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Legislators approve regs for legal marijuana use
But voters will have the final say in November
The Colorado Statesman
Lawmakers this week had their last dance with Mary Jane for the legislative session after passing three bills to tax and regulate the budding marijuana industry, ending a tumultuous and trying six-month process.
The two chambers sent to Gov. John Hickenlooper House Bill 1318, sponsored by Rep. Jonathan Singer, D-Longmont, and Sen. Cheri Jahn, D-Wheat Ridge, which asks voters to approve a 15 percent excise tax and a separate 10 percent special sales tax this November. Cannabis will also be subject to a 2.9 percent statewide sales tax and any local taxes that might be imposed.
The governor is also expected to sign House Bill 1317, sponsored by Rep. Dan Pabon, D-Denver, and Jahn and Sen. Randy Baumgardner, R-Cowdrey, as well as Senate Bill 283, sponsored by Jahn and Baumgardner, and Rep. Jenise May, D-Aurora, which together would pioneer rules and regulations for the new industry.
But before passing the historic measures, there was one last dramatic moment — as has been the case throughout the entire long, strange trip that is cannabis regulation. A bipartisan group of senators attempted a last-ditch effort to offer voters a chance to repeal the retail portion of Amendment 64, which voters passed in November to legalize recreational marijuana.
Led by Democratic Senate President John Morse and Republican Senate Minority Leader Bill Cadman — both from Colorado Springs — the Senate introduced the concurrent resolution with about 48 hours to go in the session.
The bill was introduced and immediately assigned to committee, before the language of the bill had even been posted online. The Senate Finance Committee quickly assembled and met within minutes, forcing lobbyists from both sides of the debate to make a mad dash for the third-floor committee room in the Capitol.
On Twitter, marijuana activists began mobilizing, calling the process antidemocratic and motivating supporters to contact lawmakers to urge them to reject the bill. They had little time to make it to the committee to testify on the measure.
Legislators in the House were also frustrated by the move, after having worked tirelessly to craft a tax question for voters.
"This is quite possibly the most significant piece of legislation that will be introduced this year, it is a concurrent constitutional amendment that is being introduced and we're hearing it 48 hours before the last day. I think it raises serious questions and concerns about what the path forward is on this," declared Pabon.
But despite the outcry, the Senate Finance Committee still backed the bill 4-1.
The proposal would have first asked voters to approve a 15 percent excise tax and a separate 15 percent special sales tax on retail purchases. The second question would have asked voters to repeal the retail portion of Amendment 64 if that tax question failed.
"I don't see how this is anything more than an affront to our system of government, and how we do things here," Christian Sederberg, who led the implementation lobbying effort for Amendment 64 proponents, said at the hearing.
From Finance, leadership needed to schedule the measure for a second reading debate on the same night, or the bill would not have had time to complete the legislative process, and it would have died. But it still had no House sponsor.
Rep. Frank McNulty, R-Highlands Ranch, said he would have carried the bill in the House if he were asked. But Senate leadership was out of step with House leadership. Pabon, the assistant majority leader, said the bill had no chance in the lower body, and would have been assigned to a kill committee, never even making it to the floor.
As public outrage grew and the bill's uphill climb in the House became more apparent, some Senate Democrats became concerned. The bill had 24 sponsors — which was enough to garner the two-thirds needed to pass the resolution through the Senate — but opinions were shifting. The Democrats decided to caucus, and Cadman joined them.
Huddled in Morse's office, some Democrats began to question their president's direction.
"It's our job to implement this and it's our job to respect what the voters did," opined Sen. Pat Steadman, D-Denver. "I think the voters understood what they voted for. I think they know that there's a follow-up tax question coming… You must hold them in pretty low regard."
Morse explained to his colleagues that he simply wanted to offer some assurance: "What we're afraid of is that in Amendment 64 they promised $40 million in school funding and didn't deliver a dime… That's why we came up with this plan, because now they would have skin back in the game," he said.
But as fears grew, Morse turned to his majority leader, Sen. Morgan Carroll, D-Aurora, and asked whether there was other work left to do that night.
"Oh, yea," replied Carroll, who did not co-sponsor the resolution. "There's House bills on thirds, there's Senate amendments to House bills and there's some time sensitive stuff there that would be nice to go ahead with."
With that, Morse said he would take care of the time sensitive matters and then move to adjourn, effectively killing the proposal. When the Senate adjourned, he took to the well to explain why he had moved the effort in the first place.
"The industry can oppose it with their millions of dollars, most of which will come from out of state," he said. "The voters wanted legalized marijuana and a tax that funded schools, but it's a strong reality that that tax won't pass. I've yet to meet an industry that supported increasing a tax on themselves.
"[The resolution] was an attempt to get the industry's attention…" continued Morse. "I hope the representatives of the marijuana industry will stick to their commitment and support this tax and stop the shenanigans."
Authors of Amendment 64 were baffled by Morse's comments. They pointed out that they had always supported a tax in order to regulate the industry. Proponents had lobbied for a lower tax, but that was because they felt a high tax would defeat the purpose of Amendment 64 by encouraging the black market.
On Thursday, proponents held a news conference stating their support for the tax question, but stopped short of committing any campaign resources to passing the ballot question.
"We will gladly stand with the governor and state legislators at a press conference to voice support for this tax measure," said Mason Tvert, co-author of Amendment 64.
He pointed out that polling suggests that the tax question will pass by as much as 77 percent.
Amendment 64 opponents, Smart Colorado, also would not commit resources to the tax question, but said it supports the initiative.
"Advocate? What does that involve?" asked Gina Carbone, with Smart Colorado. "If that's money, we have no money… But we support a tax."
Hickenlooper — who opposed Amendment 64 — also committed to supporting the tax, suggesting that proponents should pledge their own resources because failure of the tax question would be a nightmare for the campaign.
"I think they will commit resources… because if it doesn't pass, their lives will become chaos," stated the governor. "And I don't even want to speculate what the federal government will do, I don't want to speculate what the people of Colorado would do.
"Anyone connected with recreational marijuana has a huge vested interest in making sure we have an appropriate regulatory environment, and they can take it nonchalantly at their own risk," Hickenlooper continued.
The tax bill passed the Senate by a vote of 25-10 and the House by a vote of 37-27. Republicans opposed it, connecting the issue to their philosophy of keeping taxes low, so as to not create a "slush fund," they said.
Regulatory framework advances
Pabon was stunned by the GOP's rejection of the tax bill, pointing out that without the revenue to fund regulation, the state is at risk of federal intervention. Federal officials have still not officially said how they plan on reacting to retail sales.
He also points out that in order to address concerns around keeping marijuana within the state and out of the hands of children, money is needed to empower the soon-to-be-created Marijuana Enforcement Division.
"When it comes to the House chamber, public safety suddenly becomes a partisan issue," exclaimed Pabon. "That's disappointing. It's shocking, frankly, because I don't think there's a Democratic way to protect children, or a Republican way to protect public safety. But apparently that's where it turned to."
While not directly attached to the two regulatory bills, one of the key components to public safety has been curbing driving under the influence of marijuana. The legislature tried on six separate occasions to pass a DUID bill, but the proposals faced dramatic deaths.
In the last week of the legislature this year, Reps. Mark Waller, R-Colorado Springs, and Rhonda Fields, D-Aurora, and Sen. Steve King, R-Grand Junction, resurrected a DUID proposal that was killed earlier in the session.
The latest bill, House Bill 1325, would also set a 5-nanogram limit of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana, at the time of a suspected driving offense.
This year, at the urging of legislative leaders, lawmakers got behind the resurrected proposal. It passed the House by a vote of 54-11 and the Senate by a vote of 23-12. Hickenlooper is expected to sign the bill.
"After six attempts in the last three years, the victims and the families of those who were killed or injured by drivers impaired by marijuana can have some comfort that this law will serve as a significant deterrent to impaired drivers," King said following the vote in the Senate.
"At a time when marijuana use in Colorado is on the rise, this bill is desperately needed," he continued.
Attorney General John Suthers, who had adamantly opposed marijuana legalization, said he has a bit more comfort now knowing that the legislature passed a DUID component.
"I believe that Amendment 64 is bad public policy, and that as a practical matter, it is difficult to do a good job of implementing bad public policy…" he said. "I am particularly relieved that the General Assembly passed a marijuana-impaired driving statute."
The two regulatory bills — HB 1317 and SB 283 — saw less drama than the other components of regulating the burgeoning industry. But there was still a divide, which crossed party lines.
HB 1317 passed the House by a vote of 35-29 and the Senate by a vote of 32-3. SB 283 passed the Senate by a vote of 32-2 and the House by a vote of 62-3.
There were some last-ditch amendments, including:
• Banning cities from growing, as had been proposed by Aurora;
• Outlawing marijuana coffee shops, similar to those in Amsterdam where people are allowed to use cannabis inside;
• Prohibiting retail marijuana trucks;
• Banning incorporated pot collectives;
• Prohibiting cannabis stores from selling non-related items;
• Restricting manufacturers of edibles from adulterating copyrighted foods with marijuana;
• Requiring marijuana mobile push notifications only be sent to those who are over 21 years old;
• Greater restrictions on marketing cannabis to kids; and
• Treating marijuana publications like pornography by requiring such magazines to be kept behind store counters.
Other key aspects to regulation include:
• Existing medical marijuana centers will have a nine-month head start on converting to retail. They will be allowed to apply for a license starting in October. Only Colorado residents can apply. The Department of Revenue expects applications to take about three months to process. The first retail stores will likely open in January 2014.
• Through Sept. 30, 2014, a system known as vertical integration will be in place, meaning the supply chain is required to be under common ownership and 70 percent of marijuana grown must come from such ownership. After Sept. 30, 2014, the industry will be open to a more free market approach, permitting growers to operate separately.
• Colorado residents will be able to buy up to an ounce of marijuana. The enforcement division plans on using seed-to-sale tracking in order to keep watch over cultivation and sales. But concerns continue as to whether residents will be able to scam the system by visiting multiple retail locations to buy much more than an ounce.
• In an effort to keep marijuana away from children, products will be sold in child-resistant packages. Also, clear labeling will be required with potency levels, and edibles will be required to have serving-size limits. Another public health aspect is that marijuana will be added to the indoor smoking ban, meaning there will be no smoking pot inside public places.


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December 22, 2011
Justin Rowland
Boston College is making the defensive line a priority between now and Signing Day but the Eagles are also looking ahead to junior prospects that could help the program in the trenches.Rashard Budd is one of several junior defensive tackles that BC is keeping an eye on and will be evaluating going forward."They came to see me the other day at school," Budd said of the Eagles. "That was about it so far but I know they're interested."I've spoken with Coach Ryan Day and he's just talked to me about my grades. I need to bring them up a little bit. I feel like it will be okay but there are a few classes I need to improve in. He told me he likes my highlight tape."At 6-foot-6 and 275-pounds, Budd has the built of an offensive tackle but he only played on the defensive side of the ball this season."I just played defense this year. I play defensive tackle now. I'll probably either play that or defensive end (in college)," he said."Right now I'm more of a run stopper."Budd hasn't had a lot of contact with colleges, nor has he taken any visits. He did say that Virginia and Maryland have shown some early interest but it's not clear whether they may be on the cusp of offering.While Budd doesn't know a lot about BC that's true of every other school out there."I don't know much about them at all," he said. "I really don't know much of anything about Boston College. I hadn't put much thought into them but I'm interested."I'm really looking for a place where I can feel comfortable. I'd like to find a good coaching staff and players that I would like to be around. That and a good education."WANT TO GO INSIDE BOSTON COLLEGE? Try our 7-day free trial now, just CLICK HERE to start getting the inside scoop on the Eagles and becoming a part of the biggest online community for Boston College sports. ...More... To continue reading this article you must be a member. Sign Up Now!
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Washington, DC -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has made federal funds available to help fight two more uncontrolled multiple wildfires in Washington State, bringing to six the number of state fires designated for assistance in the last three weeks.
The state's latest requests for federal fire suppression aid were approved late last night after it was reported that populated areas were being threatened by the 1,500-acre Tonasket Complex Fire in Okanogan County and the 500-acre Spruce Dome Complex Fire in Yakima County.
According to the agency, 50 homes in the town of Tonasket were at risk from the Tonasket fires, while another 100 dwellings in the community of Cowiche were endangered by the Spruce Dome fires. Evacuations were underway in the Cowiche area at the time of the request.
State fires previously designated for FEMA assistance were the Icicle Complex Fire in Chelan County (August 14); the Brewster and Virginia Lakes Complex Fires in Okanogan County (August 14); and the Union Valley fire in Chelan County (July 28).
Under the authorizations, FEMA is paying 70 percent of the state's eligible firefighting costs that are above $1,061,941. The figure, called a floor cost, is derived through a formula based on the state's five-year annual average cost for fighting fires.
Federal fire suppression aid is provided through the President's Disaster Relief Fund and made available by FEMA to assist in fighting fires when they threaten to cause a major disaster. Eligible state firefighting costs covered by the aid can include expenses for field camps; equipment use, repair and replacement; tools, materials and supplies; and mobilization and demobilization activities.


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Thursday's Caption Contest
We chortled our way through your captions last week! Finally, unable to decide between references to white shoes, Project Runway, or Baltimore, we turned to our guest, Susan Cooper, Director of Communications at the National Archives.
Congratulations to Rebecca! Susan thought that her quote by Cecil Beaton best communicated the spirit of this picture. Indeed, Sir Cecil—English photographer, diarist, interior designer, and Academy Award–winning costume designer—would have surely found these ladies inspiring.
So what are they looking at? This image is from the DOCUMERICA series, and "Elderly ladies watch as grape/lettuce boycotters march, 08/1973." Must have been a shocking march indeed.
And nothing is more shocking than . . . nuns! Put your caption in the comments below!
Posted by Hilary on February 10, 2011, under Uncategorized.
Comments: 15
Comment from Emily Mecca
Time February 10, 2011 at 11:46 am
Okay, girls, vote for who you want to leave OUT of the fallout shelter.
Comment from Tommy R.
Time February 10, 2011 at 11:48 am
"Now ladies, this handy device, a byproduct of the Manhattan Project, gauges the level of sin in any person at whom you wave the peccatemeter wand."
Comment from Bob
Time February 10, 2011 at 11:56 am
So now everyone understands, when the needle goes above 60 we start paying the rosary; but if it get above 98, we are Toast!!!
Comment from Gary Starin
Time February 10, 2011 at 12:36 pm
The school will soon be enrolling boys so before you ladies are various types of over active hormone detectors.
Comment from Shepherd Johnson
Time February 10, 2011 at 12:45 pm
"…and remember your Civil Defense geiger counters may be used to detect both radiation and sinful acts."
Comment from Janis Comstock-Jones
Time February 10, 2011 at 12:57 pm
OK, ladies, our Civil Defense lesson for today is, "You, your Geiger counter, and baking a pineapple upside-down cake."
Comment from Carrie Tallichet
Time February 10, 2011 at 1:22 pm
How do you solve a problem like…Maria? Maria, are you listening to me?
Comment from Kevin Fitzpatrick
Time February 10, 2011 at 1:26 pm
Yes, the items in your Civil Defense Kit can be combined to make a wonderful souffle!
Comment from Rosemary Paul
Time February 10, 2011 at 3:39 pm
Hurry girls before Monsignor notices the windows are open!
Comment from Dave Miller
Time February 10, 2011 at 4:55 pm
Sister Mary Alice explains to her students, that uranium is an excellent power source for their Easy Bake Ovens.
Comment from Marene Baker
Time February 10, 2011 at 4:57 pm
The students of Mount Saint Holiness are shocked to learn if their new and improved chastity belts are removed God will "go nuclear" on them.
Comment from Ginnyvette
Time February 10, 2011 at 8:21 pm
"Now girls, this Geiger counter only works if you have not exposed yourselves to anything that could disrupt the signal."
Comment from Ken Damrau
Time February 11, 2011 at 6:07 pm
Who burned out the Impure Thought Detector? Some of the local boys are making inquiries.
Comment from Ken Damrau
Time February 11, 2011 at 6:08 pm
Ladies, for the last time, the Impure Thought Detector is supposed to be used DEFENSIVELY.


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Harold Reeves, 69, of Carthage, passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2011 at his residence.
No services are planned at this time.
He was born September 24, 1941 in Galloway, LA to Looney Earl and Margaret Lafaye (Barnett) Reeves.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Looney Earl and Margaret Reeves.
He is survived by:
Rhonda Williamson & John Soto of Logansport
Lauren Curry Holman & husband, William of Logansport
Zachary Curry & fiancé, Sara of Shreveport
Great Grandchildren:
Drayden Holman
Harleigh Holman
Salaura Holman
Boston Lemione
Bob Reeves & wife, Kathy
Billy Reeves
Johnny Reeves
Host of Nephews, Nieces, & Many Friends
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Kennith Edward Lock, 64, of Center, passed away Saturday, May 28, 2011 at his home. He was born January 1, 1947 in Center to Elzie E. Lock and Willie Ballard Lock. Mr. Lock was a member of North Jericho Baptist Church in Shelby County.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, June 4, 2011 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home with Rev. Michael Hale and Bennie Boles officiating. Interment will follow at North Jericho Cemetery in Shelby County.
Pallbearers will be Tommy McMahon, Mike Hurst, Michael Lee Hurst, Jeff Young, Toby Robertson, Randy Carroll and Jimmy McMahon. Honorary pallbearer will be Wayne Bittick.
He is survived by:
Wife of 33 years, Mary Ann Jefferson Lock of Center
Daughter, Bronwyn "Bee" Lock Hart of League City
Granddaughter, Sarah Elizabeth Hart of League City
Grandson, Colby Wayne Hart of League City
Jeanette Lock Watkins of Wimberly
Lynn Lock Nolte and husband, Harold of Waxahachie
Kathy Lock Bailey & husband, Chuck of Center
Nieces and Nephews:
Greg and Stacy Watkins of California
Steve and Toresa Watkins of Pennsylvania
Luke and Ginger Garrett of Joaquin
Toby and Melissa Robertson of Center
Kathryn Nolte of Waxahachie
Kristi and Travis Tucek of Austin
Great Nieces:
Alyson Garrett, Lauren Garrett, Whitney Garrett, Savannah Robertson Alexis Robertson, and Brenna Kate Tucek
Special Relatives, Bennie and Anita Boles of Center
Also numerous other relatives
Preceded in death by:
Parents, Elzie E. Lock and Willie Ballard Lock
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonandsonsfuneralhome.com
Bennie Ferne George, 83, of Pasadena, passed away Saturday, May 28, 2011 at her residence.
Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 1, 2011 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. John Bender officiating. Burial will follow at Old Center Cemetery in Panola County. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 1, 2011 at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born August 15, 1927 in Shelby County to James Burke and Willie Grace (Cammack) Samford. She graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University with a Master Degree and received her Bachelor's Degree from Sam Houston State University in Education. She was also an Education Diagnostician for Pasadena ISD. In 1973, she received Outstanding Elementary Teachers of America award. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Pasadena.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Burke & Grace Samford, Husband, Jimmy George, Sons, Skooter George and Billy Burke George, Sister, Mae Morrow, Niece, Lynn Johnson and Great Great Nephew, Justin McIntyre.
She is survived by:
Ronnie Morrow & wife, Lajuanda of Spring
Roger Johnson of Mt. Enterprise
Great Nieces:
Rhonda McIntyre & husband, Lakel
Melissa Love
Rhonda Carmody & husband, T.J.
Susan Edgar
Great Great Nieces:
Macy Mader
Payton Herrington
Great Great Nephews:
Jason McIntyre
John Mader
Matt Carmody
Tom Carmody
Cody Carmody
Landon Love
Great Great Nephews, Jason McIntyre, John Mader, Matt Carmody, Tom Carmody,
Cody Carmody, Landon Love, Great Nephew, T.J. Carmody and Nephew, Roger Johnson
Bernadine Bessie Leetch Christian, 91, of Center, she went home to meet her Lord, on May 29, 2011 at Green Acres Nursing Care Center.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 1, 2011 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Jerry Hopkins and Dr. Charles Christian officiating. Burial will follow at Clever Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, May 31, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
She was born February 7, 1920, to Jesse and Edna Leetch in Oto, Iowa.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, Clarence Whitfield Christian on November 15, 1976 and son Charlie, September 8, 1959, Infant Daughter, Nadine Bessie Christian on September 27, 1950 and Brothers, Duane Durman, Darrell Durman, Verlin Leetch and Leland Leetch.
She is survived by:
Wayne Christian and wife Ava Christian, Bedford, TX
Linda Christian Bomar and husband Irvin Bomar, Joaquin, TX
Millie Christian Alford and husband Rick Alford, Houston, TX
Laura Ruth Christian-Crawford and husband Lyle Crawford, Roanoke, TX
Teresa Lemoine and husband, Joey Lemoine, Center, TX
Dr. Charles Christian and wife Edna Christian, Kent, OH
Kevin Christian and wife Christa Christian, Euless, TX
Lisa Hassler and husband James Hassler, Crocker, MO
Capt. Brandon Alford and wife Cara-Lee Alford, Las Vegas, NV
Brian Alford and wife Nori-Lyn Alford, Frisco, TX
Leslie Walter and husband Jason Walter, Murfreesboro, TN
Mylinda Elana Quijada
Tana Bomar McKenney, Joaquin, TX
Curtis McKenney, Joaquin, TX
Ashley Alford Brodie and husband Steven Brodie, Waco, TX
Lyndee Crawford, Roanoke, TX
Great Grandchildren:
Crystal Lemoine Kennon and husband William Kennon, Tuscon, AZ
Jeremiah Reese Lemoine, Center, TX
Weston Lane Christian, Euless, TX
Whitney Lemoine McLemore and husband Patrick McLemore, Center, TX
Alexander Nathan Coutinho, Joaquin, TX
Alana Jade McKenney
Elijah Oliver McKenney
Kiara Cheree Guzman, Center, TX
Jacob Ryan Christian, Kent, OH
Zachary Austin Christian, Kent, OH
Caleb Christian Alford, Frisco, TX
Madison Noel Brodie, Waco, TX
Gabriel Alexander Brodie, Waco, TX
Baby Alford, Las Vegas, NV (12-11)
Great-Great Grandchildren:
Emelia Cheyanne Kennon, Tuscon, AZ
Alivia Skye McLemore, Center, TX
Christian Edwin Kennon, Tuscon AZ
Raymond Modiz, Wildwood, TX
Numerous Nieces and Nephews
Funeral services for Gary "Rip" Ritnour, 53, of Huntington will be held Wednesday, June 1, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Carroway Funeral Home Chapel in Lufkin with Brother Jackson Colwell officiating. Graveside services with military honors will follow in the Jonesville Cemetery.
Mr. Ritnour was born September 4, 1957 in San Augustine, Texas to the late Sarah "Marie" (Warr) and Herman "Pete" Ritnour, and died Saturday, May 28, 2011 in a Houston hospital.
Mr. Ritnour was a lifetime resident of the East Texas area, and had resided in Huntington since 1984. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era and retired from Lufkin Industries following 26 years of service. Mr. Ritnour was an avid motorcyclist and rode a Harley Davidson Street Glide. He was a member of Gypsy MC International - Lufkin Chapter. Mr. Ritnour was a member of the Solid Rock Missionary Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Vickie Ritnour of Huntington; daughters and sons-in-law, Holly and Joshua Glover and Sarah and Cody Spears, all of Lufkin; son, Morgan Ritnour and girlfriend Megan Frazier of Lufkin; grandchildren, Ethan Glover and Sophie Glover, both of Lufkin; sisters and brothers-in-law, Janis and Chick Harris of Huntington and Tonja and Johnny Gladden of Georgia; brother and sister-in-law, Stan and Deanna Finn of Van; and a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Ritnour was preceded in death by his stepfather, William Finn; and grandparents, Simion "Tommy" and Almedia Ritnour and Hooker and Nell Warr.
Pallbearers will be Larry Moore, Ray Mack Mathews, Michael Rowland, David Pirtle, James Covington and James McIntire.
Honorary pallbearers will be the members of Gypsy MC International - Lufkin Chapter.
The family will welcome friends and loved ones from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at the funeral home.
Memories and condolences may be added at www.carrowayfuneralhome.com.
Services are under the direction of Carroway Funeral Home, Lufkin, directors.
Joel Edward (Ed) Morgan Sr., 80, well known and respected East Texas businessman, died Wednesday, May 25, at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, May 28, 2011, at Sunset Memorial Park, located at 5127 North Street in Nacogdoches.
Mr. Morgan He was born in Houston, Texas, to Charles and Callie Stevenson Morgan on October 2, 1930.
Mr. Morgan was a lifetime resident of Nacogdoches and a graduate of Nacogdoches High School and Stephen F. Austin State University. He served in the air force during the Korean War from 1950 until 1954. Mr. Morgan was the CEO and President of Morgan Oil Company for 56 years.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Ellen Morgan, his parents Charles and Callie Morgan, his brother, Dr. Charles Morgan, and nephew, Charles Morgan III.
Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Dorothy Shelton Morgan, their children, Callie Morgan Bricker and husband, Randy; Claire Morgan Jordan and husband, Doug; Julie Morgan Taylor and husband Rick, and Ed Morgan, Jr. and wife Kristen. 10 grandchildren: Jennifer Jordan, Morgan Jordan, Ellen Jordan, Robert Jordan and wife Emily, Caroline Jordan, Shelton Taylor, Grayson Taylor, Ian Morgan, Sam Morgan, and Jed Morgan; 3 great grandchildren; Extended family members include Ab and Hazel Abernethy and their children, Luanna, Robert, Deedy, Maggie, and Ben. Nephews Steve Morgan and Wesley Morgan. Also, his lifelong family friend Clara Jean Flemons, and his beloved co-workers at Morgan Oil Company.
Ed loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. Throughout his life, he continued to be proud of his athletic accomplishments and his nickname, "Rabbit." Ed's life revolved around his family; he was a devoted son, husband, father, and friend. Ed was loved and will be missed by many. He loved life and lived every day to its fullest.
Pallbearers are Morgan Jordan, Robert Jordan, Ian Morgan, Grayson Taylor, Sam Morgan, Jed Morgan and Travis Clark.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Heart Association.
Arrangements are under the direction of Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, located at 5400 North Street in Nacogdoches. Online obituary posted and condolences may be offered at www.casonmonk-metcalf.com.
Sandra "Sandy" Cooper, 39, of Brookeland, passed away Thursday, May 26, 2011 at her home. She was born June 23, 1971 in Center to Harry Cooper and Delois Tarver Cooper.
Visitation will begin at 4:00 pm, Sunday, May 29, 2011 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Monday, May 30, 2011 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home with Bro. Arnold Green and Bro. Robert Horn officiating. Interment will follow at Broaddus Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Shon Cooper, Kyle Tyler, Jason Sims, Stephen Wallace, Scotty Tyre, Dustin Luna, Cade Cooper and Ricky Kelley.
She is survived by:
Mother, Delois Sims and husband, Wayne of Brookeland
Father, Harry Cooper of Center
Missy Cooper Phythian and husband, Charlie of Center
Kristen Miller and husband, Ryan of Center
Harry Cooper, Jr. and wife, Melissa of Silsbee
Robert Redmon and wife, Misty of Silsbee
William Hutto and wife, Jessica of Cincinnati, Ohio
Robbie Sims and wife, Shannon of Lumberton
Shea Sims and wife, Carla of Foley, Alabama
Stepsister, Paula Sims of Fair Hope, Alabama
Also a host of other relatives and friends
Preceded in death by:
Grandparents, Earl, Sr. and Mary Ann (Mag) Cooper, and Thelma Tarver
Cousins, Chad Sims, Louie Cooper, Jr., and Christopher Sigler
Uncle, Sam Cooper
Mrs. Ora Mae Beard, 83, longtime resident of the Broaddus Community, in San Augustine County, passed away early Tuesday, May 24, 2011, in Lufkin, after an extended illness.
She was a custodian for the Nederland Independent School District, and was married to the love of her life James Nelson Beard for 60 years of whom preceded her in death on May 25, 2009. Being baptized as a young women by Luther Blackmon at Pt. Arthur, Texas. She was a very faithful member of the Broaddus Church of Christ where she would attend church in her motor scooter wheelchair.
Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 26, 2011, at Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with interment to be in the Broaddus Cemetery, in Broaddus. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 25, 2011, from the hours of 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, 316 West Columbia Street, San Augustine, Texas 75972
Survivors include: her Daughters: Pat and her husband, Joe Simmons of Pineland, and Pam and her husband, Jimmy Evans of San Augustine; Grandchildren: Scott and Crystal Simmons of Broaddus, Heather and Joey Woods of San Augustine, Cody and Kayleigh Evans of San Augustine; Great-grandchildren: Jessie Logan Woods, Case Aaron Woods, Brenden Gage Evans, Kacen Lane Evans, and Caleb Nelson Evans and Naomi Rene' Simmons, Sister: Medallion Poteet of Magnolia. Brother: Dewey Rash and his wife, JoAnn of San Antonio; Sisters-in-law: Lois Rash of Baytown, Joyce Rash of Lumberton, Sis Rash of Houma, La., Brothers-in-law and Sisters-in-Law: Orvis and O'Neida Beard of Nederland, Wilton and Jane Beard of Lumberton, and Tilton and Louise Beard of Jasper.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Mr. James Nelson Beard on May 25, 2009.
Pallbearers will be Clifford Kingsley, Michael Taylor, Mickey Beard, Kirk Hensarling, Garland Wood, and Doyle Davis
Online obituary and condolences may be posted at www.timeformemory.com/wymanroberts
Mrs. Sally Louise Jenkins, 78, of Lufkin, passed from this life late Sunday evening, May 22, 2011, in Lufkin.
A native of Shelby County, Texas, she was born to Mamie (Dixon) Jackson and Samuel Jackson on February 22, 1933. She was a homemaker and a member of the Mt. Horeb Baptist Church in the Bland Lake Community of San Augustine County, Texas.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 28, 2011, at the Mt. Horeb Baptist Church, with Rev. George Cartwright, Rev. Anthony Jackson, and Rev. Wilbert Simmons and Leland Whatey officiating. Interment will be in the Mt. Horeb Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday evening, May 27, 2011, from the hours of 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. at the Wyman Roberts Funeral Home, 316 West Columbia Street, San Augustine.
Survivors include: Husband: Rev. Melvin Jenkins of Lufkin; Daughters: Mary L. Jenkins of Lufkin, Linda F. Cuney of San Augustine, and Shirley J. Bass of Houston; Son: Melvin R. Jenkins of Lufkin; Sister: Mozelle Smith of Center; Brothers: Maurice Jackson of San Augustine, and Dennis (Nick) Jackson of San Augustine, along with 11 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Melvin R. Jenkins, Jr., Greggory D. Jenkins, Tharin L. Jenkins, Sr., Leland Watley II, Darrian T. Watley, and Kevin McQueen.
David Robinson, 51, of Timpson, passed away Saturday, May 21, 2011 at his home. He was born September 23, 1959 in Houston to David O. Robinson, Sr. and Yvonne Robinson Doggett .
Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at Watson and Sons Chapel with Deven O'Neal officiating. Interment will follow at White Rock Cemetery in Shelby County.
Pallbearers will be Brandon Simmons, Jimmy Snider, Wesley Bailey, Devin O' Neal, Chris Snider, Wade Angelo, John Wright and Andy Depaepe.
Toni Robinson of Timpson
Carri Robinson Simmons and husband Brandon of Garrison
Dana Robinson of Garrison
Yvonne Robinson Doggett and husband Billy Ray of Shelbyville
Kenneth Robinson of Louisiana
Curtis Robinson of Shelbyville
Franklin Doggett of Shelbyville
Billy Doggett of Center
Special Friend:
Jimmy Snider of Timpson
2 Grandchildren:
Justus Hooper and Kaydence Simmons
Martha Graves Jousan, 83 of Joaquin, passed away Friday, May 20, 2011 at Willis Knighton Norht. She was born January 25, 1928 in Brookland, Texas to B.A. Graves and Amy Viola Jones. She was a memeber of the First United Methodist Church of Joaquin. She retired from Joaquin ISD where she worked for 20 years.
Visitation will be held from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, Sunday, May 22, 2011 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 11:00am, Monday, May 23, 2011 at Watson and Sons Chapel with Rev. Randy Smith and Rev. Paul Silvey officiating. Interment will follow at New Hope Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Glenn Gill, Larry Hennigan, George Doyen, Randy Shaw, Rodney Dean, Scott Doyen, and Michael Shaw.
Husband, Frank Jousan Sr. of Joaquin
4 Grandchildren:
Lance Jones and special friend Tiffany of Center
Dr. Dean Jousan and wife Heather of Pontotoc, Ms.
Dr. Mark Jousan and wife Kristin of Center
Sonny Mawson and husband Brian of Kingsland, Ga.
5 Great Grandchildren:
Ethan Mawson, Bradley Jones, Erik Mawson, Cody Jones and Cheyenne Mawson.
Also Numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and a host of friends
Preceded in death by:
Daughter, Elizabeth Jousan Jones and both of her parents.
Online condolences & tributes can be sent at www.watsonand sonsfuneralhome.com
In Memorary of Ms Martha Jousan the family request flowers and donations to be made to the First United Methodist Church of Joaquin.
Patrick Steven Gandy, 52, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, May 15, 2011 in Paris, Texas. He was born September 27, 1958 in Laruel, MS to Mr. and Mrs. Winston Allen Gandy.
Visitation will be held from 9am to 10:30am, Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside services will be held at 11:00am, Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at Mt. Herman Cemetery.
Former wife, Donna Voyles of Elizabethtown, KY
Christopher L. Mayhorn and wife Beatrice, of Center
Patrick S. Mayhorn, of Jackson, KY
Joshua Gandy, of Taylorville, MS
Patricia Gandy of Baysprings, MS
Janelle Gandy of Baysprings, MS
5 Grandchildren
Our beloved Grandmother, Fannie Bell 'Polly' Windham, passed away April 17, 2011 at the age 91. Graveside services will be held at Strong Cemetery on Saturday, May 21st at 2 pm. She was preceeded in death by her husband Dartis Windham and two sons Gene Braxton and Tom Braxton. She is survived by her brother, Jessie Martin sister, Christine Carter two sons, Paul Braxton and Kelton Braxton 11 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.
Lorene Chandler passed away on May 16, 2011, in Nacogdoches. She was born on August 3, 1936, in Swift, Texas to Henry Raines and Dollie Durrett Raines.
Lorene grew up in the Caledonia area of Rusk County, graduated from Mt. Enterprise High School and completed nursing school in 1954. She began her nursing career in the emergency room at Memorial Hospital and continued caring for patients in private practice for 25 years. She went on to co-own and operate Chandler Equipment Company. She became a very knowledgeable business woman in a man's world and was well known and respected by many farmers and ranchers of East Texas.
Lorene loved, guided and had precious relationships with her children. She loved antiques and spent many happy hours at her farm, seeing after the cattle, watching the calves play and flowers grow. She touched many people's lives with acts of kindness and generosity that went untold. She will be remembered for her enthusiasm and quest for a full, happy, productive life.
Survivors include a son, Robert Weaver of Dallas; one daughter, Beverly Heaton and husband, Donald of Redland; two grandchildren, Sara Hutto Thomson and Mark Hutto; great-grandchild, Briley Kate Thompson; sister, Lerlene Raines of Caledonia; two brothers, John Raines and Buck Raines of Timpson; former spouse and close friend, Troy Chandler.
Pallbearers will be Mark Hutto, Tommy Chandler, James Chandler, David Chandler, Augustine Calderon, and Josh Thompson.
Funeral service will be on Thursday, May 19, 2011, at 10:00 am at Laird Funeral Home with Bro. Kyle Ross officiating. Burial will follow at County Line Cemetery in Rusk County. Visitation with the family will be on Wednesday, May 18, 2011, from 6-8 pm.
To offer condolence or to sign an online register book please log onto www.lairdfh.net.
Joe A. Wright, 95, passed away Sunday, May 15, 2011, at Nacogdoches Medical Center.
Mr. Wright was born Feb. 13, 1916.
He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Jan and Jim Kingham of Nacogdoches.
Services have tentatively been set for 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 17, 2011, at Sunset Memorial Park, located at 5127 North Street in Nacogdoches.
Services are under the direction of Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, located at 5400 North Street in Nacogdoches. Online obituary posted and condolences accepted at www.casonmonk-metcalf.com.
Bruce Dalby, 89, of Center, passed away Sunday, May 15, 2011 in Center. He was born August 12, 1921 in Center to Ira Dalby and Inez Crenshaw Dalby. Mr. Dalby served in the Navy and was a deacon at Providence Missionary Baptist Church.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Monday, May 16, 2011 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at Oaklawn Memorial Park in Center with Bro. Rob Merriman officiating.
Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Ed Matthews, Judd Matthews, Jody Matthews, Johnny Matthews, Dude Matthews, George Matthews, Duane Lout, Mac Warren and Larry Warren.
Vicky Warren and husband George of Shelbyville
Brenda Carroll and husband Gary of Center
Granddaughter, Jennifer Gregston of Livingston
Grandson, Danny Carroll of Thibodaux, Louisiana
Preceded in death by:
Wife, Louise Dalby
Great Grandson, Beau Carroll
Audria Regina "Mama" Robertson, 59, of Tenaha, passed away Saturday, May 14, 2011 in Center. She was born March 10, 1952 in Galveston to Omer Ray Cochran, Sr. and Audria Mae Cobb Cochran. Mrs. Robertson was a homemaker, mother and grandmother. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Tenaha. Mrs. Robertson was a longtime resident of Tenaha and proudly served her community for over sixteen years.
Visitation will be held from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm, Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at Union Cemetery in Tenaha with Judge "Dude" Jones officiating.
Pallbearers will be Michael Vaughn, Johnny Vaughn, Kenneth Robertson, Jason McDonald, Jeff Stewart, and James Watson. Honorary pallbearers will be Jack Thompson, Matt Linebarger, Rodgers Cochran and Troy Parrish.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to assist with final expenses.
Husband, Kelly Robertson of Tenaha
Jack Thompson and wife Leslie of Anthem, Arizona
James Watson of Beaumont
Michael Vaughn and wife Carrie of Longview
Johnny Vaughn and wife Consuella of Longview
Kenneth Robertson and wife Meagan of Tenaha
Renee Acker and husband Dwayne of Tenaha
Michelle McDonald and husband Jason of Tenaha
Daughter-in-law, Pam Whitton of Joaquin
Eighteen Grandchildren
Raymon Cochran and wife Stacy of Pasadena
Ronal Cochran and wife Diane of Longview
Sister, Roxanne Kent and husband David of Commerce City
Numerous family and friends, as well as a number of "Adopted Kids" of Tenaha
Preceded in death by:
Parents, Omer Ray Cochran, Sr. and Audria Mae Cobb Cochran
Brother, Omer Ray Cochran, Jr.
JoeAnn Vaughn Stolich, 67, of Center, passed away Saturday, May 14, 2011 at her residence in Center. She was born February 12, 1944 in the McClelland Community of Shelby County to Forrest Glynn Vaughn and Annie Bell Reynolds Vaughn.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Monday, May 16, 2011 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at Watson and Sons Chapel with Pastor Keith Rose officiating.
Regina Danley and husband Rowdy of Center
Melinda Williams of Center
Son, Michael Stolich of Center
Brandi Adkison, Shawn Danley, Kyle Danley, Miranda Williams, B. J. Williams, William Blake Gann, Morgan Gann and Kyle Denby.
Five Great Grandchildren
Brother, Glynn Vaughn of Center
Sister, Judy Guidry of Orange
Sister, Betty Jones
Very Special Friend, Jerry Russell of Center
Preceded in death by:
Parents, Forrest Glynn Vaughn and Annie Bell Reynolds Vaughn
Son, Edwin Biondillo
Edward Ray "Ed" Furlow, Edward Ray "Ed" Furlow, 86, of Joaquin, passed away Saturday, May 14, 2011 at Schumpert Hospital in Shreveport, LA.
Services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, May 16, 2011 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Elumbaugh and Bro. Mike Fodge officiating. Burial will follow at Wimberly Cemetery in Huxley. Visitation will be Sunday, May 15, 2011 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born October 2, 1924 in Shelbyville to James Thomas and Vera (Permenter) Furlow. He retired from Enterprise Products and he also retired from Joaquin ISD where he drove a school bus for 10 years. He was a member of Fellowship Missionary Baptist in Joaquin and a member of Teamsters Local 568 in Shreveport, LA. Mr. Ed loved hunting and fishing & he dearly his family and will be greatly missed.
He is preceded in death by Parents, James and Vera Furlow, Wife, Ima Furlow, Brother, Harold Furlow and Sister-in-law, Gracie Furlow.
He is survived by:
Carla Adkison & husband, David of Shreveport
Morris Wayne Brown & wife, Sally of Joaquin
Beth Brown Lee & husband, Harold of Lake Conroe
Cheryl Clemens, Billy Watson, Tim Brown,
Shannon Wheless, Douglas King, Jr.,
Casey Adkison and Shane Adkison
12 Great Grandchildren
Brothers and Sisters-in-law:
J.T. "Shorty" Furlow & wife, Sally of Huxley
Royce Gene Furlow of Many, LA
Alma Furlow of Logansport, LA
Numerous Nieces, Nephews & Cousins
Harry Furlow, Larry Furlow, Lennis Holt,
Wendall Coker, Tom Permenter and Tony Davis
Honorary Pallbearers:
Tommy Lilly, Bert Furlow, Clifford Hamilton & Randy Garrett
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Rosa "Rose" Lee Holloway Willoughby, 64, of San Augustine, passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2011 at Lufkin Memorial Hospital. She was born September 16, 1926 in Shreveport, Louisiana to Leo Holloway and Daisy Alberta Noble Holloway.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Friday, May 13, 2011 at Watson and Sons Funeral Home in Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, May 14, 2011 at Watson and Sons Chapel with Bro. Pat Windham and Rev. Dale Carter officiating. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery in Shelby County.
Pallbearers will be Wayne Willoughby, Shane Willoughby, Alan Willoughby, Justin Willoughby, Clayton Wright, Shelby Willoughby, Kevin Whitton and Dillon Benefield. Honorary pallbearers will be Ronnie Borders and Nowell Borders.
Husband, Wayne Willoughby of San Augustine
Son, Shane Willoughby and wife, Sylvia of Zavalla
Daughter, Shannon Willoughby Benefield of San Augustine
Step Son, Michael Willoughby and wife, Dori of Colorado
Cody Thompson, Ryan Gray, A.J. Thompson, Alan Willoughby, Amanda Thompson, Justin Willoughby, Jazmin Moody, Shelby Willoughby, Clayton Wright, Dillon Benefield, Ashlyn Willoughby and Kristen Willoughby
Seven Great Grandchildren
Uncle, Dee Noble and wife, Ella
Aunt, Ola Nobles
Niece, Wynelle Houston and husband, Rueben
Great Niece, Rachel Houston
Also numerous nieces and nephews
Very special cousin, Marilyn Johnson
Brother-in-Law, Alvis "Buddy" Willoughby
Sister-in-Law, Maxine Oswalt
Brother-in-Law and Sister-in-Law, Charles Chambliss and wife, Betty
Preceded in death by:
Mother, Daisy Holloway
Sister and brother-in-law, Nelda Jean and Leon Bartley
Son, Ray Thompson
Charles Ray Walker, 69, of Center, passed away Wednesday, May 11, 2011 at his residence.
Graveside Service will be 4:00 p.m. Friday, May 13, 2011 at Old Salem Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, May 13, 2011 1:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born June 30, 1941 in Center to Austin and Ruby (Smith) Walker. He worked for Tyson for 12 years and he also worked for Quick Lube here in Center.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Austin & Ruby Walker, Wife, Tina Stanfield and In-Laws, Ernest & Essie Stanfield
He is survived by: Son:
Keith Walker & wife, LaDonna of Camden, Ark
Carla Meshell & husband, Ernest of Center
Richard McGee & wife, Glenda of Center
Numerous Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren
Robert Stanfield & wife Melissa
Numerous Friends
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Harry J. Surginer, 79, of Tenaha, passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2011 at Willis Knighton North in Shreveport, LA.
Services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 12, 2011 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Old Center Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday, May 11, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born April 10, 1932 in Longview to Gilliam Henry Surginer and Kate "Bea" (Soape) Hoard. He was retired from the US Air Force.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Kate "Bea" Soape and Gilliam Surginer and Brother, J.P. Surginer.
He is survived by:
Betty Surginer of Tenaha
Linda Spencer of Springdale, Ark
Gwen Maxwell of Shreveport, LA
Patty Harantcavage of Diana, TX
Kathy Bounds of Carthage
Roy Surginer of Tenaha
Brandy Beasley of Carthage
Amber Isbell of Carthage
Randall Behrens of Shreveport, LA
Ryan Bailey of Longview
Brandon Bounds of Carthage
Alexia Ford of Henderson
Gregg Spencer, Jr. of Springdale, Ark
Haley Landtroop of Carthage
Garrett Spencer of Springdale, Ark
10 Great Grandchildren
Host of Nieces, Nephews and Friends
Greg Spencer, Sr., Greg Spencer Jr., Ryan Bailey,
Joey Maxwell, Dale Walace and Randall Behrens
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
Betty Jean Merrill, 63, of Shelbyville formerly of Huxley and Louisiana, passed away Monday, May 9, 2011 at her residence.
Family and Friends will have a gathering on May 21, 2011 from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. in Hosston, LA.
She was born February 18, 1948 in Vivian, LA to James Richard Graves and Jonnie Ruth (Moore) Graves.
She is preceded in death by her Husband, Billy Merrill, Father, James Richard Graves and Sister, Rita Schmidt.
She is survived by:
Jonnie Graves of Shelbyville
Tonya J. Black & husband, Doug of Derry, NH
James A. Merrill & wife, Tanya of Atlanta, TX
Larry P. Merrill of Tulsa, OK
Robert J. Black of Derry, NH
Kyle C. Black of Derry, NH
Tiffanie M. Merrill of Shreveport, LA
Jon R. Merrill of Shreveport, LA
Sandra Garren & husband, Johnny of Blanchard, LA
Great Grandchildren:
James Richard of Shreveport
Mathew Dwayne of Shreveport
Nieces & Nephews:
Stan, Danna & Micki
In Lieu of flowers you may make a donation to the charity of your choice.
You may sign the online registry book at www.mangumfuneralhome.com
Services are under the direction of Mangum Funeral Home Center, Texas
A graveside service for Mr. Alan Charles Williams, age 59, of Carthage, TX, will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 12, 2011, at New Hope Cemetery in Milam, TX, with Rev. Steven Shotzman officiating under the direction of Jimerson-Lipsey Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home. Mr. Williams passed away on Sunday morning, May 8, 2011, at his home in Carthage.
Alan Charles Williams was born on Feb. 28, 1952 in Center, TX to A C Williams and Jimmie Opal Williams. He graduated from Hemphill High School with the class of 1971. Mr. Williams served his country in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged. He married Alice Marlene Wright on Oct. 9, 2008, in Texarkana, AR. Mr. Williams worked as an operator for Luminant Mining for over 30 years. He moved to Carthage over 30 years ago from Sabine County, TX. Mr. Williams was a member of the First Freewill Baptist Church in Carthage. He was preceded in death by his parents and one infant brother, Daniel Earl Williams.
Mr. Williams is survived by his wife, Marlene Williams of Carthage; two step-daughters, Heather Allen and husband George of the Woods Community and Allison Charles of Carthage; two step-sons, Warren Noble and wife Angela of Little Rock, AR and Colin Noble and wife Shay of Marshall; six step-grandchildren, Devoni Allen, Rebecca Galloway, Ben, Nikki, Connor, and Cannon Noble; one step-great-grandchild, Elizabeth Galloway; two brothers, Wayne Williams and wife Frances of Lumberton and Martin Williams and wife Debbie of Brazoria; one nephew, Channon Williams and wife Brandy of Kountze; four nieces, Cindy Parrie and husband Eric of Zwolle, Delana Williams of Lumberton, Holly Soderman and husband Sam of Pearland, and Marci Reyes and husband Jason of Brazoria; two uncles, Waydean Williams of Center and Carmon Williams of Milam; and one aunt, Sandra Newman of Spring.
Serving as honorary pallbearers are Channon Williams, Larrah Wright, Mike Hildebrand, Kevin McAlister, Aalon Williams, Wesley Boren, Jessie Adams, and Cabot "Kabo" Baker.
If desired, memorials may be made to the Panola College Foundation, 1109 W. Panola, Carthage, TX 75633.
A guestbook may be signed online at www.jimerson-lipsey.com.
Benna Dell Russell was born February 18, 1919 in Bronson, Texas to Matthew Hamilton (Hamp Stephens) and Dovie Smith Stephens. She died May 5, 2011 at Woodland Heights Medical Center, Lufkin, Texas.
She was graduated from Center High School as Valedictorian and was also Valedictorian of her Nacogdoches Beauty College graduating class. She was married to Desmon Sidney Russell on November 17, 1937 until his death May 17, 1996. She was an active member of Lufkin's First Baptist Church for over 70 years and was secretary of the Rebekah Sunday School Class. She enjoyed singing and was a member of the Senior Choir. She loved her God, her church, her family and her many friends. She loved flowers and was an avid gardener, an accomplished seamstress and a wonderful cook. In her later years, she pursued genealogy and authored her own biography. She also enjoyed birdwatching.
Left to cherish her memory are her four children and their spouses: Charles Ray and Suzanne Russell, Lynda and Bob Melton, Carlyn and Duncan Garner, all of Lufkin, and Deborah and Alan Webb of Vidor. She is also survived by her ten grandchildren and spouses: Craig and Melissa Russell of Austin; Robin Melton Allen, and Bob Melton, Jr. and Mona of Lufkin; Carl Russell, Houston; Cathy and Mark Kettering of Diboll; Angela and Ismael Monroig, Pembroke Pines, Fla.; Tamara and Phillip Adamo, Cannonsburg, Penn.; AIC Alan David Webb, Moody AFB, Ga.; Tammy and David Miller and Amy and Allen Rush, all of Lufkin. She also had 21 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.
She is also survived by her sisters: LaFaye Perkins, Sue Farris, and Maxine Malnar and brother-in-law, Harold, all of Lufkin. Also brother and sister-in-law, Steve and Margie Stephens and sister-in-law Murel Thomason, all of Center.
She is also survived by her loving care givers Sherry Johnson, Elvia Silvia, Rebbecca Reeves, Demicia Mandoza and many other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was pre-deceased by her husband, Desmon Sidney Russell, a brother, T.O. Stephens, and an infant grandson.
Pallbearers will be: Bob Melton, Jr., Alan David Webb, Craig Russell, Carl Russell, Robert Russell, Russell Allen, Zach Allen, and Mark Allen.
The family extends our appreciation to the doctors and nurses at Woodland Heights Medical Center for their compassionate care. We also thank the staff of The Meadows for their loving care of our mother over the past 4 years.
Services for Mrs. Russell will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 7 in the Carroway Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Andrew G. Pittman officiating. Interment will follow at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery. The family will receive friends and family from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday evening at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lufkin's First Baptist Church, 106 E. Bremond St., Lufkin, Texas 75901.
Memories and condolences may be added at www.carrowayfuneralhome.com.
Carroway Funeral Home, Lufkin, directors.
Donnie Ester (Joe Boy) White, age 75, of the East Liberty Community passed away Monday, May 2, 2011 at Lufkin Memorial Hospital. He was born October 16, 1935 to Donnie White and Lillie Ratcliff.
Visitation will be held Saturday, May 7, 2011 from 12 noon - 1 pm prior to the services which will began at 1 pm at East Liberty Baptist Church, Shelbyville, Texas. Officiating will be Pastor Curtis Archie with interment to follow at Thompson Cemetery, Shelbyville, Texas.
Wife, Betty White of San Augustine, Texas
Daughter, Machelle Lathan of Center
Donald White of Center
Joe Nathan White and wife Sue of Center
Two grandchildren and four great grandchildren
Brother, Lorenzo White of Anderson, AL
Verna Smith of Dallas, Texas
Roena White of Center, Texas
John Ray Cooks, Sr, 64 of Tenaha passed away April 28, 2011. He was born to James Cooks and Evelyn Ford in Gloster, LA. He moved to Tenaha where he met his wife of 48 years, Lula Mae Cooks. They lived and loved one another for 48 years honoring the covenant that they made with and for the Lord, being a dedicated husband, father, and a dedicated friend.
Services will be held Thursday, May 5, 2011 at 11am at St. John Baptist Church, Tenaha, Texas with Minister Natalie Nelson officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Center, Texas.
He is survived by:
Wife, Lula Mae Cooks
Son, Johnny Ray Cooks
Jarhonda Cooks
Isharicka Roland
C.L. Cooks
Willie T. Cooks
Sister, Pearlie B. Boykin Cooks
Grandchildren: Jericka Lanea Moore, Jarhonda Keyshun Cooks, Jasmine Monique Cooks, Malique Antwan Cooks, John R. Cooks, III, Zaykivious Tutt, D'KayDen Moore, Ladarren Cooks
Special Friends:
Robert Jean Richard
Steve Arline
Betty Jo Cooks
Claudia Goodwin
Special Sister-in-Law, Patsy Ann Goodwin
Asie B. Goodwin
Romie L. Goodwin
Larry W. Goodwin
Preceding him in death: Son, John Ray Cooks, Jr.; brothers, Harvey Lee Cooks and Jessie James Cooks; his mother-in-law, Sarah Goodwin; sister-in-law, Sarah Goodwin; sister-in-law, Juanita Roland.
Arrangement are under the direction of Community Funeral Home, Center, Texas.
Terry Raymond Burch, 57 of Stanley Louisisana, passed away at his residence on May 3, 2011.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, May 4, 2011 from 5pm to 8pm at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Logansport, Louisisana.
Services will be held at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 5, 2011 with Bro. Dennis LaFleur officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
He was born on July 12, 1953 in Orange, Texas to Troy and Emily Burch.
He is survived by wife Linda Burch.
Two Sons, Terry Gene Burch and wife Kim of Center Tx, Jason Troy Burch and wife Tammy of Center Tx.
4 step sons Colin Broadus of Long Branch Tx, John Blunt of Stanley La, Jason Blunt and wife Becky of Stanley La. Jeremy Blunt of Logansport,La.
Mother, Emily Burch of Stanley La.
Sisters, Lonna Crawford and husband Steve of Stanley La, Carla Caston and husband David of Stanley La, Joanna Cortinez and husband Shane of Stanley La.
Brothers, Jeffrey Burch of Longview Tx, Jacky Burch of Stanley La.
15 grandchildren, and a host of famliy and friends that love, respect, and will miss him dearly.
Preceeded in Death by his GrandParents Martha and Lonnie Burch, and Raymond and Hazel Boyd, Father Troy Burch, and Former wife Tonja Hughes Folsom.
Elton Fenley, 75, of Center, passed away Sunday, May 1, 2011 at his residence.
Services will be 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Charles Williams and Bro. Jerry Lewis officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Herman Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, May 3, 2011 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Mangum Funeral Home.
He was born January 17, 1936 in Nacogdoches to Elva Norris and Viola (Bates) Fenley. He was a member of Old Salem Missionary Baptist Church.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Elva Norris and Viola (Bates) Fenley; wife, Ruth Fenley; daughter, Patsy Lander; sister, Thelma Fenley; brothers, Zeno Fenley, B.J. Fenley and Johnny Fenley; and son-in-law, Tommy Moss.
He is survived by:
Glenn Fenley & wife Laurie of Baytown
Tommy Fenley & wife Francine of Splendora
Anita Moss of Center
Misti Whittley & husband, Bill, Brandon Fanestiel & fiancé Nickie Hughes, Lacy & Lucas Fenley
Noah Fenley & wife Amanda, Eric Moss & wife Karen, Barrett Moss, Justin Moss & Vincent Page & wife Stephanie
Great Grandchildren
Truit, Christopher & Taylor Whittley
Aedan, Connor & Nolan Fenley
Kale Moss
Blake, Madison & Camden Fanestiel
Ryder Fenley
Chloe Fenley
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Chicago's El Line Could Become A Park, Just Like NYC's High Line
Chicago's El is as famous as its hot dogs and pizza. But what can you do with an old line of track?
Even though it's not the only city in the world to stick a train track above street level, Chicago is famous for its El (elevated) train lines. You'll never hear a person in the city take "the subway" somewhere—even if their route technically runs underground. It's always "the El."
So maybe that's why, even though New York beat Chicago to it, Chicago's plans for the Bloomingdale Trail feel so significant. The project, which is being designed by ARUP and still seeking funding, proposes to convert a 2.7-mile stretch of abandoned elevated track into a park in the sky (or, okay, a park that's just a bit off the ground). It will make room for bikers riding up to 20 mph as well as pedestrians. And the view should be spectacular.
A skeptic might say that it's less an ambitious project than it is a purely practical one. The existing rail line hasn't been in use for over a decade, and the decade before that, it was only running about one freight a week. Yet at the same time, it's an incredible infrastructure that runs through popular Chicago neighborhoods: Several miles of steel have been bolted and concrete has already been poured. As is a persistent problem in the U.S.'s relatively young infrastructure, these valuable urban build-outs can either rot (and eventually cost money to deal with the remains), or they can be retrofitted and repurposed. They're just a redesign away from obsolescence.
In the Bloomingdale Trail's case, it's already a path on which people exercise and explore—even though it's technically trespassing. A $100 million (or so) investment will make it safer, increasingly usable, and far more beautiful. As a Chicago native, I'm a bit biased to see the project work out. And I'm also curious, once you get up into the park, um, how will you get down?
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You're a little confused. The Bloomingdale Trail (now renamed The 606, and due to be dedicated June 6, 2015) has nothing to do with Chicago's El, or elevated train system.
The 606 has been constructed on an old abandoned freight train line, built on an elevated embankment with viaducts.
The elevated rapid transit system, commonly called the El (or L), runs on a steel framework above city streets (except for a few places where it goes underground and becomes a subway). It is entirely separate from the freight and passenger railroad system. The freight line that is now The 606 was never a part of the El.
This is great stuff. Getting up into and down from The High Line is still a little mysterious, even for those of us who have been around it for a while. Hard to remember what streets the stairs are on except for the north and south ends.
Are there commercial opportunities along the way that would benefit from people coming off it and allow people to go up? We have Chelsea Market about 1/3 of the way along. With 2.7 miles, I'd think you'd need quite a few reasons for people to leave and join the trail.
Chicago is not the only city with these kind of plans. I live in Rotterdam, Netherlands and the same plans are there. A railway track is replaces by a undergroundline ans is now unused. It will be very nice.
I dig it! I'm all for revitalization/beautification of unused urban space.
@ It's always "the El."
Not really, I've mostly heard that term from non-Chicagoans. Maybe it's a northsider thing. We just call
them trains, the CTA, or the specific color line. "Subway" is not off
the table, especially your route is all underground - very possible
depending on your commute.
I lived in Chicago for 6 years and my wife is from there and "Subway" is definitely OFF the table. Nobody says "taking the subway" in Chicago and most people do call it the El.
This park idea is also genius, I would just guess once it got to the city council, there would be too many unions and too many croneys fighting for the contract, it would end up never happening. That's Chicago.
I actually run this trail about once a week in the summer. It's a really unique/undiscovered part of the city but the trash, broken glass, rough terrain & occasional sketchy characters probably make it pretty unappealing to the average park visitor.
The idea of doing a big makeover has been floated for years. I think it would be great if it happened, but it's hard to picture the political will or budget coming together for an ambitious project like this given Chicago's current cash-strapped state.
Re: getting down from the trail... it's a bit tricky at the moment & involves climbing through a hole in the fence in several locations, but presumably if it was fully built-out there would be ramps as shown in the images.
Agreed re: the political will. Took NYC's High Line a while, and Mayor Giuliani's deputy (finance officer) was against it in addition to private developers. Only when Bloomberg got behind it did it take off. And now, $2 billion+ in private investment has been poured into the neighborhood. Some neighbors don't like the extra noisy foot traffic on weekends, but consensus is that it's a win all around.


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MADISON, Wis. -- Gov. Scott Walker's executive budget will order the Department of Natural Resources to create new deer mini-hunts as well as provide funding to create updated maps of the state and continue chronic wasting disease surveillance, he announced Friday.
The moves mirror recommendations Texas researcher James Kroll made to the state Department of Natural Resources last summer on how the agency can improve deer management and minimize conflicts with hunters, who have been feuding with the agency for years over what they see as draconian herd control strategies. Walker, a Republican, promised during his 2010 campaign to respond to hunters' complaints. After he took office he hired Kroll for $125,000 to review agency policies.
"This is not a report that is going to sit on a shelf and collect dust," Walker said in a statement Friday. "The budget language paves the way for progress, giving DNR the tools necessary to implement (Kroll's recommendations)."
Walker offered only a vague outline of his plans Friday. He didn't provide any details on how much any of the initiatives would cost or how he would pay for them.
He said the budget will authorize the DNR to establish what's known as a deer management assistance program, which would allow landowners and hunting clubs to run their own mini-hunts after consulting with DNR biologists and pledging to share data on kills' gender, weight and antler spread.
Twenty states have similar programs, according to Kroll's report.
Walker's spokesman referred questions on the plan to DNR officials. The agency's land division administrator, Kurt Thiede, said the budget will authorize the DNR to establish fees for participation and hire a program coordinator with money from either state hunting licenses or federal fish and wildlife dollars. The agency would set participation fees as the program develops, Thiede added, saying it won't be implemented until 2014.
"It's something that's going to be evolving over the next few months," Thiede said.
Walker's statement said the budget will invest in new satellite imagery technology to give deer managers better data about the landscape and help them make decisions. Kroll's report notes the DNR's maps are 20 years old and should be updated to reflect ecological changes. Thiede said the effort likely would cost about $450,000. It's unclear where that money would come from, he said.
The governor also said the budget will call for charging fees for antlerless tags in counties where CWD has been detected. Currently, those tags are free. A portion of the fees would go to fund disease surveillance work and speeding up CWD tests.
Kroll wrote in his report the lack of fees implies deer in those counties have "little or negative value" and suggested the fees could range from $5 to $10 for a set of four tags. Thiede said the DNR would determine fee amounts through its rule-making process.
The United Sportsmen of Wisconsin, a sporting advocacy group, said it was pleased by Walker's proposals.
"Deer hunting has been a tradition ingrained in Wisconsin hunters as much or more than the Green Bay Packers," Scott Maves, a United Sportsmen of Wisconsin board member, said in a statement Friday. "We all have been encouraged with Dr. Kroll's report and it is good to see that we have the funding in place to begin implementing a new deer management plan."
Walker is expected to unveil his full budget on Feb. 20. The spending plan then will go the Legislature's finance committee, which will make revisions before sending it on to the full Senate and Assembly for a vote. From there the budget will go back to Walker for his signature. The whole process is expected to take months.
The DNR already is working to enact a number of other recommendations in Kroll's report. The agency has named a report coordinator and established teams to study how best to implement Kroll's ideas. Thiede said the agency hopes to solidify its plans over the next few months.


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I was wondering what slim fitting hiking pants are out there. I currently use REI Saraha Convertibles, which work great. I wear track pants at home to lounge around in and was thinking it would be nice to find some hiking pants that fit like them. I don't ever use my pants as shorts. Anyone know of relatively inexpensive slim fitting pants that can be used for hiking? If my track pants weren't black, I would try using them.
I like slimmer pants as well and haven't found anything yet. Not skinny or tight, more classic jeans fit. I am also skinny and everything looks kinda baggy on me. Some plain, synthetic khaki style pants with a low profile would be a nice find.
Edited by justin_baker on 04/19/2012 14:21:50 MDT.
I've just bought a pair of these :http://marmot.com/products/trail_wind_pantThey are very thin fabric,slim fitting, no fly, one small mesh lined thigh pocket, simple elasticated waist (comfortable under a pack belt) and 140g in size small.
Edited by dapperdave on 09/20/2011 04:21:18 MDT.
I noticed the Prana and Marmot pants, and one of the high-end REI items, are definitely slim fit. If you've got a store near you, hands-on is the best way to tell and I think you'll find several choices to check.
Check out Outlier.cc. Their stuff is expensive, but they are slim fit softshell pants. Another option is you could start with a standard pair of hiking pants and have a tailor slim them down.
Have a look at the Prana Zion pant. Available at REI.
Arc'Teryx Ramparts are slim-ish, with flat cargo pockets. They are available from REI, too, so they are sometimes on sale.
Thanks for all the suggestions. Looks like I need to head to REI to try on some pants. It will be nice to have some suggestions in mind rather than searching for a slim fit and getting frustrated. I have some nice fitting marmot softshell pants, so marmot may be a good choice for my body type.
I have two different types of Northface pants that I would consider slimmer then most hiking pants.
+1 on the Ramparts. I bought them for rock climbing, but also love them for hiking.
Climbing pants often have tight fit ... Dead bird ramparts/gamma lt, patagucci some of the guide pants, prana, etcIf u have a tight azzz u can always wear the womens sizes ... In hawt pink of course ;)
I wouldn't describe the Ramparts as a slim fit. The Palisades are better for that. I'd describe the Ramparts as a typical cargo pant/khaki type fit (making them great for warm weather).
+1 on TNFI have searched for slim fit hiking pants for years! The REI Sahara pants are so baggy it is difficult to lift my knee up in them.I had the Arcteryx Ramparts, but I too like the slightly slimmer fit of Palisades pant. The Gamma AR pant take slim fit to extremes... looks like I'm wearing tights.My favorite has been (believe it or not) The North Face Outbound pant. For convertibles, I like The North Face Paramount Peak (they are still a tad baggy, but much better than the REI Sahara).None of these are inexpensive though. :/
Edited by colinm on 09/20/2011 22:28:54 MDT.
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1+ Railriders. Love mine, best fitting pants I have.
http://outlier.cc/ indeed does have some slim-fitting pants. I have the Climbers and they are the best pants I've ever owned, because they look good, feel good, and work in the city and on the trail. They were my only pair of pants for nine days while traveling around the city and hiking/camping in Oregon. However, they cost a pretty penny and because they are softshell, they run hot when you really get going in the sun in them. Rolling them up doesn't help since the slim fit will seal in the heat and really cook the eggs...I bought a pair of Marmot Rockstar pants which are more of a thinner softshell with a straight leg cut. I've yet to test them out in the heat. I've tried the Arc'teryx Ramparts and they are too baggy. Marmot Matthews look like they can be a winner though. Good luck. Let us skinny boys know what you find!
Edited by jimdbui on 08/24/2012 00:44:07 MDT.
Stoic pants are cheap and pretty slim on backcountry.com. Arc'teryx ruined the ramparts 2 seasons ago and now the palisades with making them looser at the bottom and with more seams. Outdoor research ferrosi pants or equinox aren't bad and they have some new pants for fall out now.
Glad to know Im not the only one! I hate almost all trail pants. You don't see military ECWCS the size of parachute pants so why do they think its better? You end up snagging on everything. I have found that buying womans trail pants seems to work best as most of them are a slimmer fit. You just have to make sure they dont have the flared cut, ha! If your over 6'-2" this may be a problem. Yeah it sounds kinda weird I guess, but hey what ever makes you the most comfortable on the trail.
@robert cowman Good suggestion on Stoic. I took a look at their pants and they are pretty nice. It seems like the Microlith is fuzzier and warmer than the Overhang. The general consensus seems to be that you have to size up for your waist and your troopers...
This year I just switched from REI sahara to the AT Palisade. They have a 35" inseam for size 32 waist that fits me perfectly. They are also more comfortable, seem to be very durable, and a few oz lighter including a very good belt. The cost if way higher, of course.
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Around 1975, smart home technology was already formulated. Gadgets and appliances were connected to one another via electrical wires, and they were manipulated through keypads and remote controls. Even so, this method had its limits; interference regularly occurred in the power lines, particularly if 2 or more equipment were being controlled at the same time. Systems that make use of radio waves to connect with each other have also been engineered. Also, there are "mesh networks" that enable devices to be connected to one another in lots of ways.
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Through smart homes, you possess the option to automate as much or as little as you desire. The fastest way is through the usage of basic security devices and lighting starter skits. Alternatively, if you're about to automate most of your home, you should consider the system design carefully; you may need to do some serious rewiring or renovation.
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This clock kit comes complete with three custom circuit boards, 72 ultrabright LEDs, pre-programmed ATmega168 microcontroller with Arduino bootloader, tactile button switches, aluminum standoffs, 20 ppm quartz crystal, custom clock face, gnomon spike, universal-input plug-in power supply, stainless mounting hardware, plus the resistors, capacitors and other little parts needed to build the Bulbdial clock. We even included a laser-cut acrylic case!
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Miami Police officer Luis Hernandez charged with armed kidnapping, sexual battery
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A judge denied bond Thursday for a City of Miami Police officer charged with armed kidnapping and armed sexual battery by a law enforcement officer.
Luis Hernandez, 27, was arrested Wednesday.
Hernandez is a seven-year veteran of the Miami Police Department.
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Discussion related to multiple format tests' resul, Split from AAC @ 128kbps listening test
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Split from here. This topic has been discussed to death in the threads related to the multiformat listening tests.
If you want to add something here, re-read these threads first. Only post here if you have something new to say, please
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There is something else that I think would give all codecs a fairer chance. Even though using VBR whenever possible it would be helpfull trying to achieve similar filesizes.
(I remember the multiformat 128kpbs test where Musepack was a winner but at the expense of files 11,7% larger than the close second QT AAC.)
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A Valley Springs man convicted on gun and drug charges was sentenced to five years and eight months in county jail Thursday in the Calaveras County Superior Court.
Edward Pereira, 38, pleaded guilty in April to charges of possession of marijuana packaged for sale, cultivation of marijuana, illegal possession of an assault rifle and two counts of receiving stolen property.
Pereira almost withdrew his plea leading up to Thursday's hearing. Visiting El Dorado County Judge Thomas Smith said at the outset that he had discussed that possibility in his chambers with Pereira's attorney, Mary Ann Bird.
Bird told the judge Pereira "indicates he wanted to proceed today without the appointment of independent counsel" to grant him a second opinion as to whether or not to accept the plea deal.
As part of a "package" plea agreement, Pereira's wife, Alicia, and son, Andrew Adams, pleaded guilty to misdemeanor possession of more than an ounce of marijuana. Charges including criminal conspiracy and cultivation and possession of marijuana for sale against Alicia Pereira and Andrew Adams were dropped. Both were found eligible for a deferred entry of judgment, meaning the convictions could be erased in 18 months if a probation program is successfully completed.
However, charges would be reinstated against both if Edward Pereira pulled back from the deal.
The charges are related to an undercover narcotics operation that found more than 1,700 marijuana plants at the Pereiras' McCauley Drive home and another on Chile Camp Road in Campo Seco where his cousin, Eric Nelson lived.
Nelson has pleaded guilty to marijuana cultivation in connection with the case and was sentenced June 4 to a three-year suspended jail sentence after serving 113 days in jail and is now on probation.
Smith said an 18-page letter written by Pereira "makes it sound like you thought you were coerced" into accepting the plea deal and that he would entertain a motion to withdraw the plea and appoint independent counsel to review the agreement.
"I met with my client this afternoon … and we did discuss a motion to withdraw the plea," Bird said. "There was an indication that he felt uncomfortable but that he wanted to proceed. I am satisfied if the court is satisfied."
The plea deal is a unified agreement with the San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office, which also prosecuted Pereira for possession of marijuana for sale. He will serve no time in relation to that case but pleaded guilty.
Bird asked the judge to consider permitting Pereira to serve at least part of his sentence on electronic monitoring or community-supervised release, noting he has extensive family ties in the county, and a "minimal record" of three prior misdemeanor convictions.
"He is not a threat to this county and we wants to become a productive member of this community again," she said.
Deputy District Attorney Dana Pfeil adamantly opposed that stance.
"He really should have thought about that before he decided to get most of his family in a drug-growing operation," Pfeil said.
She added that the plea deal was explicit about no use of alternative sentencing.
"I have a very specific recollection of asking Ms. Pfeil … and Ms. Pfeil said no, this will just be a straight sentence," Smith said. "I don't think this is an appropriate case … so I would deny any sentencing to an alternative sentencing program."
Pereira received 202 days' credit for time served and is required to register as a narcotics offender.
Bird told the court several firearms were seized in a warrant search of Pereira's home that are not related to the charges against him, some of which are family heirlooms, and requested they be released to Pat Pereira, her client's mother. The District Attorney's Office will verify that the guns were lawfully acquired and a transaction can then take place through a licensed gun dealer, Pfeil said.
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"Mt. Gretna History As Seen Through the Camera Lens" will be the focus of the Mt. Gretna Area Historical Society's annual winter program at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Mt. Gretna Fire Hall, sponsored by Rhoda Long, a Realtor with Brownstone Real Estate.
The program, which will be presented by Fred Buch, president of the historical society, will feature a PowerPoint presentation of historic photographs and postcards depicting the building of the Cornwall & Lebanon Railroad including its Mt. Gretna stop; the beginning and development of the Pennsylvania National Guard Encampment in Mt. Gretna; the transition of the original picnic grove in Mt. Gretna into an amusement park; and the establishment of the Pennsylvania Chautauqua, the United Brethren Campmeeting, the Heights and Kauffman Park in Mt. Gretna.
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WWII veterans will get to see their memorial this weekend after all
PORTLAND, Ore. – The federal government might be shut down, but somebody found a way to let WWII veterans see their memorial.
A group of vets from Oregon flew out of PDX on Friday morning courtesy of a nonprofit organization called Honor Flight.
The trip was booked well before the federal government shut down earlier this week, closing down most of the sights in Washington, D.C.
Among the places that closed was the WWII memorial – which was, of course, at the top of the list of places to visit on the trip.
"I wish they would get together and make some kind of an agreement," said Navy veteran Bill Albright of Lebanon, who is making the trip. "The way I feel about Congress right now, I can't use that kind of language on TV."
Honor Flight visitors earlier this week found their way into the memorial despite the shutdown. So, somehow, the veterans found out they'll be able to visit after all.
"If there's not too many steps I'd like to see it," said 89-year-old Shirley Heermans. "Something should change. People should work together, get along and make things work out. I always had to do that. I was raised to get along with somebody any way you can get along. And if you can't along with people just smile and walk away but don't cause any problems."
The veterans will return on Sunday – probably after shedding a few tears.
"I'm quite sure it will be an emotional thing," Albright said. "They gave us a bunch of Kleenex and said we'll probably use it."


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Unbelievable Chocolate Cake
Source: Marlene Koch's 375 Sensational Splenda Recipes
A very simple, delicious, low-carb chocolate cake!
0 1/4 cup canola oil
1 each Eggs, large, raw
1 tsp vanilla extract
0 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 cup SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener, granulated
1 cup low fat buttermilk
1 1/4 cup Flour, cake, white, enriched, unsifted
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp low sodium baking powder
0 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder, unsweetened, Dutch processed
0 1/4 cup cold water
1 each cooking spray
2 tsp powdered sugar
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