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The Iowa Ethics and Campaign Disclosure Board voted today to investigate the National Organization for Marriage, the virulently anti-gay group, for refusing to disclose the names of donors who funded its efforts to oust Iowa Supreme Court justices during the 2010 and 2012 elections.
Marc Solomon, national campaign director of Freedom to Marry, released the following statement:
"For years, NOM has taken huge contributions from a few anti-gay donors in exchange for shielding their names from campaign finance authorities, whether or not that required flouting the law. Those days are quickly coming to an end. NOM's desperate appeals to the US Supreme Court have been rejected, and soon the public will see who bankrolls NOM's anti-gay campaigns, which — according to NOM internal documents — inlcude a goal 'to drive a wedge between gays and blacks.' "
This investigation was spurred by a complaint by Fred Karger's Rights Equal Rights in June arguing that NOM's filings never revealed the donors behind its contributions of more than $600,000 in 2010 and its in-kind donations to help oust justices in 2012. In Maine, where Karger filed a similar complaint against NOM in 2009, the state's highest court ruled in May that it must reveal the names of donors to its 2009 efforts to block the freedom to marry in Maine. Twice in 2012, the US Supreme Court rejected NOM's requests to hear challenges to the Maine public disclosure law.
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Well that makes sense then! The thing I got says Meriter and St. Mary's so maybe they let me pick (first time I ever had kickass insurance and I'm loving it, my copay for the entire pregnancy is $10?? oh yeah) I'll check when I have my dr appt.
So did you like Meriter? I have an appt tomorrow at the perinatal clinic they want to check the meds I'm on (tho I already cleared it with my drs before ttc oh well I guess they can do what they want). This is my first pregnancy, I'm so excited and scared to death at the same time. My best friend is super excited and insisted on beginning "belly shots" because I'm all puffy already now I'm all bummed that I just look fat and I want to tell everyone no I'm not normally this thick! Ha.
I'm hating that I can never find a thread I posted on and have to search half the time I don't remember what the name of it was surely there must be a better way.
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Walking is one of the easiest fitness activities. Almost anyone can start a walking routine and you don't really need any gear to get started. As time goes on many of us do get more serious and slowly we can collect special clothing, accessories and gadgets. To get started - what do you really need? Below are a few items to consider. The first four are essentials. The rest are nice to have if you are training for an event or walking is a primary fitness activity.
Shoes - The most important item you need is a good pair of walking shoes. Shoes should fit comfortably, have a flexible sole and plenty of toe room.
Socks - As important as what shoes to wear is your choice of socks. Be sure to wear the socks you will walk in when trying on shoes. Choose Thorlo or any socks made of cool max, rather than the standard cotton sock. Your feet will be much more comfortable, dryer and more likely to stay blister free in this fabric.
Clothing - Wear what is comfortable for you. Wicking fabrics can make walking more comfortable. Also be sure to dress for the weather. On cold weather days, layer your clothing so items can be removed as you warm up. Add a hat, suncreen and sunglasses on a sunny day.
Water - Please be sure to drink plenty of water. If walking around the block drink some water before you head out and more when you return. If walking for longer than 30 minutes take your water along. Be sure to drink every 20 minutes. There are many convenient water carriers - from waist packs to shoulder carriers. Choose what works best for you.
Heart Rate Monitor - The serious walker may want to invest in a heart rate monitor. This is the easiest way to measure exertion. Wireless types are best because they give an accurate readout and are comfortable to wear. They're comprised of a belt worn around the chest and a wristwatch display.
Pedometer - A pedometer is a device that counts your steps and/or mileage. They must be accurately adjusted to your stride length to get a good reading. They come with a variety of features. Some will even calculate calorie expenditure. The most sophisticated versions are are the new GPS systems. These actually calculate speed and distance based on satellite readings.
Personal Stereo - A personal stereo or MP3 player can be a great walking companion. Music can motivate you and energize your workout while helping to pass the time by creating a distraction. Be sure to keep the volume at a low enough level so you can hear what is going on around you, and use good judgement. There are locations/times safe for listening to music and those that are not.
A Training Diary - A diary or fitness log is a great tool. Use it to write down your goals, and keep track of your fitness program. A wide variety are available or make you own. (There are also many sites where you can track your progress online.)
Fanny Pack - Of course when you get too much gear you will need something to carry it in. There are fanny packs, waist belts, and back packs of all shapes and sizes. A fanny pack that is big enough to carry your essentials and a water bottle is a good investment.
Below are links where you can get info or purchase many walking and fitness products:
The Walking Site Store - Our Amazon.com store. Sales from this store help to support this site.
Road Runner Sports - Online catalog that includes clothing, shoes, nutritional supplements, etc. One of my favorite online stores.
Athleta.com - Women's fitness clothing
Title Nine Sports - Women's fitness clothing
Champion Jogbra - For who you are
Junonia - Active Wear for Plus Size Women
Volks-ware - The Volks-Ware Catalog And Walking Event Guide (Featuring: t-shirts, sweatshirts, caps and patches in your favorite outdoor, hiking and walking designs.)
Fogdog Sports - Sporting equipment, clothing, and accessories
REI - All kinds of camping, hiking gear - from tents to clothing
Campmor - Your quickest link to the outdoors
Gear.com - Name brand sporting goods at closeout prices
RYP Sports - RYP Sports offers a wide selection of pedometers, heart rate monitors, stopwatches, etc.
Proform - Fitness Equipment for you and your physical health
Fitness Zone - Fitness Equipment, Treadmills, Bikes and More
Body Trends - Health, fitness and exercise equipment, accessories and information
Treadmill By Net - Treadmills, home gym, & a treadmill comparison wizard
Toneup Music - Original music designed for paced exercise
Polar Heart Rate Monitors - A Polar HRM can help you get even more out of your walking program.
Camel Bak - Hydrate or die!
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|Effect of telmisartan on functional outcome, recurrence, and blood pressure in patients with acute mild ischemic stroke: a PRoFESS subgroup analysis.
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|BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: High blood pressure (BP) is common in acute ischemic stroke and associated independently with a poor functional outcome. However, the management of BP acutely remains unclear because no large trials have been completed.
METHODS: The factorial PRoFESS secondary stroke prevention trial assessed BP-lowering and antiplatelet strategies in 20 332 patients; 1360 were enrolled within 72 hours of ischemic stroke, with telmisartan (angiotensin receptor antagonist, 80 mg/d, n=647) vs placebo (n=713). For this nonprespecified subgroup analysis, the primary outcome was functional outcome at 30 days; secondary outcomes included death, recurrence, and hemodynamic measures at up to 90 days. Analyses were adjusted for baseline prognostic variables and antiplatelet assignment.
RESULTS: Patients were representative of the whole trial (age 67 years, male 65%, baseline BP 147/84 mm Hg, small artery disease 60%, NIHSS 3) and baseline variables were similar between treatment groups. The mean time from stroke to recruitment was 58 hours. Combined death or dependency (modified Rankin scale: OR, 1.03; 95% CI, 0.84-1.26; P=0.81; death: OR, 1.05; 95% CI, 0.27-4.04; and stroke recurrence: OR, 1.40; 95% CI, 0.68-2.89; P=0.36) did not differ between the treatment groups. In comparison with placebo, telmisartan lowered BP (141/82 vs 135/78 mm Hg, difference 6 to 7 mm Hg and 2 to 4 mm Hg; P<0.001), pulse pressure (3 to 4 mm Hg; P<0.002), and rate-pressure product (466 mm Hg.bpm; P=0.0004).
CONCLUSIONS: Treatment with telmisartan in 1360 patients with acute mild ischemic stroke and mildly elevated BP appeared to be safe with no excess in adverse events, was not associated with a significant effect on functional dependency, death, or recurrence, and modestly lowered BP.
|Philip M W Bath; Reneé H Martin; Yuko Palesch; Daniel Cotton; Salim Yusuf; Ralph Sacco; Hans-Christoph Diener; Danilo Toni; Conrado Estol; Robin Roberts;
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|Type: Clinical Trial; Comparative Study; Journal Article; Multicenter Study; Randomized Controlled Trial; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't Date: 2009-09-24
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|Title: Stroke; a journal of cerebral circulation Volume: 40 ISSN: 1524-4628 ISO Abbreviation: Stroke Publication Date: 2009 Nov
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Minnesota topped the list released Thursday for the third straight year, while Mississippi came in last for the fourth year running.
The report's author, William O'Hare, questions why a state like Illinois, which is ranked 14th in median family income, comes in 31st in child well-being.
The 2004 Kids Count report says statistics from 2001 show that eleven percent of Illinois' children didn't have health insurance and 15 percent lived in poverty.
But the report did find some improvements, including a drop in the number of teens giving birth.
Jerry Stermer of Voices for Illinois Children urged the state to set its sights on displacing Minnesota atop the list next year.
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It now appears he won't make 18 years.
He claims at least 62 workers have received letters, telling them they are losing their security clearance because of credit problems. And that means they will lose their jobs.
Marshall claims he now owes about $6,000 on credit card and medical bills for he and Sheba, his teenage sweetheart who became his wife.
Marshall has a defibrillator and diabetes. His wife has leukemia and needs costly treatments.
He also had problems because he co-signed for a son's car.
Sheba is about to lose her job at Kent State University. Their health care coverage will disappear sometime in April.
Marshall is union president. He was heavily involved in the crusade five years ago that saved and expanded jobs at DFAS.
Now he's hoping officeholders, publicity, and community support can help him and his colleagues at risk.
The local DFAS office public relations spokesperson referred us to the Pentagon.
A spokesman there said no one could discuss Marshall's case for privacy reasons and said it would take more time to explain what is happened and why.
DFAS workers in Columbus and Indianapolis have lost jobs because of credit issues.
Marshall had a long military career and is hurt DFAS bosses think he might betray his country to pay his debts. And he doesn't think his money problems should disqualify him from his job.
He makes $47,000 and helps to make sure workers and officers are properly equipped and staffed.
Ohio Congresswoman Marcia Fudge said she is "outraged" by what's happening to veteran DFAS workers suddenly faced with new standards.
She vowed to seek meetings, maybe with the Secretary of Defense, to address this.
Ohio Congressman Dennis Kucinich is trying to rally the Northeast Ohio delegation to tackle this problem together.
Marshall claims Social Security numbers and maiden names are the most classified information DFAS handles. He said no information involves national security.
"We are people. We are not just numbers. We are not just credit reports...Look at the whole person," Marshall said.
Noted Cleveland civil rights and workers' rights lawyer Avery Friedman believes workers fired would have a good case in court.
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. - For the second consecutive year, the University of Charleston Enactus team (formerly SIFE) secured a finish among the top 40 teams in the country on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at the Enactus National Expo in Kansas City, Mo.
UC Enactus completed over 2,000 community service hours this year. The team conducted 14 sustainable projects, including mentoring over 50 students at the St. Albans Boys & Girls Club, installing water bottle filling stations across UC's campus to combat plastic waste and providing business and marketing support for Timothy's at the Quarrier Diner.
National competition began yesterday at the National Expo, with over 130 teams vying to be named the national championship. Teams across the country work throughout the year with businesses and organizations to improve their local communities and then prepare a 17-minute recap to present in front of business leaders. Students also have the opportunity to network with business leaders from some of the world's top companies, including Wal-Mart, KPMG, Hershey's, Hallmark, Sam's Club, Lowe's and Coca-Cola.
On Tuesday evening, the UC Enactus team won the Lowe's Community Improvement Grand Prize and a $5,000 check. The Lowe's Community Improvement Project Partnership mobilizes Enactus teams to empower communities to raise their quality of life and standard of living by improving public spaces. The team applied for the award based on their volunteer work at the Boy's & Girls Club of St. Albans. Over the last two years, team members have spent hundreds of hours mentoring children and teaching them the importance of staying active to combat West Virginia's obesity epidemic. The money won on Tuesday evening will help fund an outdoor classroom and new playground at the club.
UC was awarded the Campbell's Soup Silver Spoon Award for collecting over 5,000 pounds of food over the year to support the "Let's Can Hunger" campaign. Also, UC Enactus President Adam DeBriae was awarded a $2,500 Jules and Gwen Knapp Scholarship.
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Kitchen Part 3
So if you are jumping on the kitchen paint job train for the first time, we are in the process of painting our cabinets for the second time. They were originally white, then we painted them black, now they are bright white with a grey island.
The garage became the painting den. Willie created a system where he could hang the cabinets and spray them. This was the best method in terms of getting the project done in a week and having perfect paint coverage.
Because the cabinets were going from dark to light, he sprayed primer on them twice. After they dried, he sanded any imperfections and sprayed the final coats of the paint. He did the same for the island. Black is a very forgiving color, white shows tons of imperfections that you cannot ignore, so this required an extra step, but a needed step.
Inside the kitchen, all the bases were primed and painted without a sprayer. We decided to spray the shelves and the interiors of the cabinets as well. Everything will look crisp and consistent.
I am excited to see the final product. We were away when we decided to do this because of the fumes, but I knew that it was a project that would be completed in more than capable skilled hands.
A Hint of Lilac
Lilac isn't just about those beautiful flowers. It can transcend into fashion as well. I bought Miss P some lilac jeans and she looks adorable in them. But the color is not just for the young at heart.
A hint of lilac with those killer shoes.
Here is a sweet version in this dainty dress. I love the pleating on the bottom.
She is absolutely beautiful. She is so delicate looking and the Alexander McQueen solidifies that.
This would be so pretty for a summer wedding. The shoes have to go though.
Do you have any lilac in your wardrobe?
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Lilacs remind me of being a child and running down to the farm. Mama and Jaju up the farm had beautiful lilac trees surrounding their home right by the kitchen. It amazes me how a smell can transport you back decades into a memory. Lilacs always remind me of innocence and my great grandparents.
When we built our first home, the Mr bought me a lilac tree. We planted it right next to the side door. Most people used that door and it was such a welcoming sight.
The second home he built, that we currently live in, we bought a lilac tree and planted it right next to the front porch. This week, I saw the first emergence of buds. Brought a smile to my face.
Do certain flowers or plants remind you of a time in your life?
I snapped this outside in the front of my home.
I loved how delicate the petals looked.
The shadows they cast upon each other.
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Kayla Dobrinski and Al Chamberlain, cousins and teammates on the Suffern bowling team.
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Suffern's Al Chamberlain is having arguably the best season of any bowler in Section 1. With a game average of 214.6 and a tremendous series average of 723 the junior is turning heads in Rockland.
"He's gotten very consistent with the strike ball," coach Bill Gonzalez said. "But his consistency in making spares is almost automatic. A lot of kids can throw strikes but if they have that one bad frame it will throw them all off."
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The student is generally nominated by the instructor whose class he or she is taking. The instructor submits a letter of recommendation to the selection committee, together with an essay written by the student in which he or she answers a few questions about his or her background. Individual committee members will then review all applications submitted for a given month, and subsequently inform the committee chair of their vote. There will be three students selected each semester: Oct., Nov., Dec., and Feb. March, April. The student of the year is selected from all previous six submissions for a given academic year. Success can be defined as each committee member sees fit: key criteria include academic grades, and course load, service clubs, holding jobs, family commitments are all considered in the decision process.
The committee chair tallies the votes, then notifies the winning candidate, as well as Merced College's photographer, who will then proceed to make an appointment with the finalist for his or her picture to be taken. The student's picture and a publicity write-up will be exhibited in the ASMC office. Generally, local newspapers take an interest in publishing an article on the winner which in the past have varied from short paragraphs to half-page articles. The highlight of the selection process is the student's introduction to the Merced College Board and Administration. At that time, the committee chair will introduce the student to the governing bodies at Merced College, and, generally speaking, the nominating instructor will explain the student's merits to the Board and Administration. The student then is presented with a certificate and a check of $50 ($200 for the student of the year). In addition, a special parking spot has been reserved for him or her during the tenure of his term.
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From the beginning, The George Zimmerman case touched a lot of nerves among all races in the South and elsewhere.
Minutes after the conclusion - Zimmerman deemed not guilty of second-degree murder in a Florida courtroom late Saturday night in the shooting of 17-year-old Travyon Martin - we asked people on our Facebook page if the verdict was just or an injustice.
Here's some of what was posted:
Megan Mims Kyle
None of us were on the jury. None of us know all the facts.
Jennifer Lively
I think the media wasted too much time and money on this case when there are more serious and worse cases. For example, all the child rapists and murderers, that's where we need to be concerned at.
Misti Hudson
God is all of our judge. Let him do the judging now. But I'm thankful it's over. ... I mean that's sad that a young man is dead. But the verdict is kind of right in a way. They know more about it than what the media is reporting.
Wanda Atkins Lenoir
AN INJUSTICE it is!! If society doesn't get him GOD surely will, and no earthly man or woman will have a say in that.
Marjorie McLemore Jones
I think that Zimmerman is guilty, sad day for all peace-loving people. Open season on African-American young men.
Sherri Henderson
A just verdict. Everyone should be able to protect themselves and their property.
Jarvis Berry
No way GZ should have walked ... So sad - prayers for the Martin Family smh (shaking my head)!!
Terry-Lisa LaForme
Why do most people have to throw the race card? If someone comes after me and pounds my head off the sidewalk, they're going to get shot. I could care less what color they are. Look at this kid's record, but he's a good kid because he's black? I don't think so. He could have been pink and still got shot.
Tab Wilkerson Jr.
The jury had the truth and rendered a verdict accordingly. I hate to say it, but I told you so. Based on the question the jury asked a little while before rendering said verdict, I suspect negligent criminal manslaughter would have been the result had such an option been available. ...
Murder in the second degree or nothing. Not even the lesser charge could stick because it's obvious GZ had no intention of killing TM when he exited his vehicle! ... It is a sad day for the Martin family. Another sad day in a series since their 17-year-old son was tragically killed. Another day nonetheless. The chapter is over. Turn the page.
Kristie Holmes
A child was killed and the murder(er) laughs. Really. This was a race issue simple as that. It is sad. What if this was one of your children?
Georgia Chain
Jurors did their job. Justice served
Mandy Self
I think if you were not there to witness what happened, you shouldn't say a word. Not much in the way of evidence either ... I believe the jury was fair in their decision.
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Everyone throwing the race card around needs to get a grip! Notice the only time "race" is an issue is when it's a white person doing something to a black person.
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Awesome! As it should be!
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Male rats and female rats have many similarities, but also several distinct differences. It's best to keep only one gender at a time, or to keep a mixed sex colony with all rats of one or both genders spayed or neutered. Most rat fanciers prefer one sex of rat over the other. If you're considering your first pair of rats, deciding between two males or two females can be tough. Here's some information to help you choose.
Male rats are much larger at maturity, on average, than female rats. My largest male rat is over 800 grams, while my female rats average 400-500 grams, with the smallest girl under 300 grams. Male rats are also more prone to obesity in old age, and may balloon to over 1,000 grams if their diet is not well-monitored!
The large size of male rats may be a benefit if your household includes children. Kids should always be supervised when handling pets, but an escaped 800-gram squishy buck is probably less likely to get into trouble than an excited 300-gram doe, should a child open the cage or drop a rat.
By contrast, the small size of females is advantageous in some living situations. All rats need at least two cubic feet of cage space per rat. However, females can use smaller wheels, hammocks, igloos, and other items. They also tend to prefer a taller cage with more levels and climbing room, rather than a wide cage with lots of room to sprawl.
All young rats are energetic and playful. However, from middle age onward, males and females have distinctly different personalities. Most male rats tend to be laid-back and more interested in staying on a lap for a long petting session, while female rats are explorers who love to play. Of course, there are exceptions to every rule. Some male rats stay bouncy and squirmy into old age. Some females love nothing more than a good cuddle. But, in general, male rats are more mellow while females are more playful.
Both bucks and does need daily handling and playtime. However, rat-proofing a playroom might be more difficult if you have female rats. Simple measures like removing cords and sealing any holes in the wall near the rats' play area aren't always enough. A particularly determined female rat looking for something nice to use for nesting or to add to a stash can get into all sorts of interesting places. My female rats once stole and shredded my energy bill. Somehow, I don't think the customer service representative at the call center believed my excuse for requesting a duplicate bill!
Males also present unique challenges for the owner. They tend to enjoy attention and cuddling, but particularly mellow bucks might not get enough exercise without encouragement. I find that my boys will play until they're out of breath if I get down on the floor with them and tickle them, then let them chase my hand across the floor.
One other potential disadvantage to buck ownership is hormonal aggression. A well-bred male rat will rarely become territorial or aggressive, but it's always a possibility. Neutering usually solves aggression between bucks. If for some reason you lack a vet that you can trust to neuter a rat if necessary, reconsider rat ownership; a competent vet is essential. However, hormonal aggression can be annoying and frustrating for rat and owner until a neuter is scheduled. If you simply can't imagine coping with your rats fighting, does may be a better choice.
Both male and female rats have unique health concerns. Male rats may develop testicular cancer. Removing citrus fruits from their diets and feeding a healthy variety of fresh foods can help reduce the likelihood of these conditions. Males are also more prone to hind-leg degeneration, a condition common in old age that can cause varying degrees of hind leg weakness, from a wobbly gait to complete paralysis of the rear limbs.
Female rats are very prone to develop mammary tumors. By some estimates, as many as half of all does will develop a mammary tumor in their lifetime. Spaying at a young age can decrease the risk of mammary tumors, as well as eliminate the risk of pyometra, another fairly common and life-threatening condition. Pyometra is an infection of the uterus. If not treated promptly, pyometra will cause death.
Some people feel that male rats smell much worse than females. I personally don't notice much of a difference in smell between my males' cage and my females' cages. Males are harder to litterbox train, but with diligence and a large enough litterbox, both genders can be taught to use a box fairly reliably.
Bucks do, however, dribble. They leave a trail of urine whereever they go. Some females also use urine to scent mark their territory, but all males do it. They also may pee on you, each other, their food, their favorite hammock, or just about anything nearby. If you have snow-white carpets, rats probably aren't the pets for you. But if you simply prefer to decrease the net amount of urine on your clothing, females may be a more pleasant pet.
However, females do come into heat approximately every four days. Some dominant females will become very excitable during heat cycles and attempt to initiate mating with humans. If that pushes one of your gross-out buttons, males may be the best choice.
Don't worry too much if you can't decide between male and female rats. If you've done your homework and chosen a good rescue or breeder, that person will be able to guide you toward individual rats who are a good fit for your lifestyle. Males and females need the same amount of space, the same amount of handling and attention, and the same diet (except that males should avoid citrus). You'll come to love whichever rats you choose.
When it comes right down to it, if you find that rats are suited to your family and lifestyle, you'll have plenty of chances to try out each gender or even keep a mixed-sex colony by spaying or neutering some of your rats. Rats' short lives are the biggest disadvantage to rat ownership, but also mean you'll have many opportunities to own different types of rats. Besides, they're like potato chips: You can't have just one, and I bet you can't stop at just two for very long!
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I was wondering if these rats are trainable???
And will they die if I will give them a bath???
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Rats are highly trainable
You can give baths, some rats LOVE to swim. Males get greasy if unneutered, so baths every othe rmonth is recommended. Just use puppy, ferret, or hamster shampoo.
Rat pee isnt too smelly, just remember to clean the cage and leave a bit of their smell in it, so they do not feel the need to mark their territory, which WILL smell worse than before u cleaned it.
do male rats really leave a trail of pee where ever they go?
My little guy pees EVERYWHERE lol. I have five rats. Four female one male. He is my heart rat and he just pee pees everywhere lol.


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Former Vice-President Dick Cheney heavily criticized the Obama administration and Attorney General Eric Holder last week over their handling of the five alleged 9/11 conspirators who are set to be tried in a civilian court in New York City, according to Newsmax.com.
Cheney referred to the decision to try Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the self-confessed architect of the 9/11 attacks, in civilian court as a "big mistake" and accused the administration of treating the acts of terror as "law enforcement problems."
"We had 3,000 dead Americans that day," Cheney said in an interview with talk radio host Scott Hennen on WFZN. "That is not a law enforcement problem. That's an act of war. And you need to treat it as an act of war," Cheney added, quoted by the news source.
Meanwhile, President Barack Obama has taken additional criticism for his strong defense of the decision to try the suspects in such a venue.
"I don't think it will be offensive at all when he's convicted and when the death penalty is applied to him," the president said in an interview with NBC, quoted by the Daily Telegraph.
Charles Stinton, a lawyer and former Pentagon official, believes that the president's words could backfire and adversely affect the government's case.
"The defense will file a pre-trial motion seeking to have the charges dismissed," Stinton told the news source. "It will say 'what juror is not going to want to now fulfill the president's and the attorney general's desire?'"


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Tripoli/Benghazi, Libya - Libyan rebels occupying four eastern oil ports agreed with the government on Sunday to gradually end their eight-month petroleum blockade, which has cost the North African state billions in lost revenues.
Zueitina and Hariga ports, held by federalist rebels demanding more autonomy from Tripoli, will open immediately while the larger ports, Ras Lanuf and Es Sider, will be freed in two to four weeks after more talks, the government said.
Ending the oil port standoff will be a major advance for Libya's fragile government, which has struggled to impose its authority over an unruly nation still in flux nearly three years after the fall of Muammar Gaddafi.
"The ports Zueitina and Hariga will be handed over to the state with the signature of this agreement. The protesters are banned from returning or obstructing work at the ports," Justice Minister Salah al-Marghani said, reading out the agreement.
He said the two larger ports will be reopened in no more than four weeks, after more discussions with the rebels.
Top rebel leader Ibrahim Jathran confirmed the blockage of Zueitina and Hariga ports had ended. "We did this out of goodwill to build trust, have a dialogue and solve all problems between Libyans by peaceful means," he said in a short speech broadcast by a rebel television station from Zueitina terminal.
"We will undertake more measures to strengthen these intentions provided the government fulfills its part," he said, in an apparent reference to the reopening of the remaining ports. "We serve Libya's interests."
Neither side commented on what rebel demands still needed to be negotiated with the government, leaving room for possible delays in reopening the larger ports.
Zueitina and Hariga ports account for around 200 000 barrels per day of export capacity, while the larger ports previously shipped around 500 000 bpd of Libya's crude.
Storage tanks are full at the ports, and loading the crude will be straightforward. But getting the tanks resupplied from oilfields will take time.
The re-opening of the eastern oil ports could bump up Libya's output from around 150 000 bpd, but nowhere near the 1.4 million bpd it produced before last summer.
Disputes over Libya's oil resources underscore how weak the government is to confront brigades of former rebels and militias who refused to disarm after Gaddafi's fall and often use their military muscle to strong-arm the state.
With its national armed forces still in training, Tripoli's government often finds itself at the mercy of rival militias who are loosely allied with competing political factions in the country's parliament.
Rebel leader Ibrahim Jathran, who seized three of the ports with thousands of his troops, is a former anti-Gaddafi fighter, who later become head of a state-run oil facilities guard before he turned against Tripoli.
Hariga port was closed by another group of federalist protesters who sympathised with Jathran's cause.
Jathran's movement set up its own self-declared federal government in the east, where many feel they have long been neglected by Tripoli. They made three key demands on the government, including a system to share oil revenues, a probe of corruption and a committee to oversee oil exports.
The minister said the agreement calls for all charges to be dropped against Jathran's oil protection force, and for them to receive their oil guard salary payments according to the law.
A committee would be formed to investigate financial and administration corruption since Libya's liberation from Gaddafi, one of the demands made by Jathran's movement.
The body will be made up of Libyans from different regions, a fact which the rebels' self-declared prime minister, Abd-Rabbo al-Barassi, pointed out in a speech. His group had demanded that oil sales be monitored by representatives from all regions.
But the one-page agreement did not mention the rebels' other key demand, a greater share of oil revenue for their eastern region, known as Cyrenaica and one of Libya's three regions before Gaddafi. They also have been campaigning for regional autonomy.
"We will continue the dialogue and our efforts to completely gain Cyrenaica's remaining rights," Barassi told rebel and tribal leaders assembled in Zueitina.
"We won't give up Cyrenaica's rights whatever happens but when the government started a dialogue we talked and thank God ... we reached an agreement for the good," he said.
The shutdown has cost the state more than $7 billion in lost oil revenues and forced the central bank to start burning its reserves to keep the state running. Parliament has failed to approve a budget for 2014, as there is almost no state income at the moment due to a wave of oil protests across the Opec nation.
Support had been waning for Jathran's protest in the east, where divisions had begun to emerge over whether to continue the blockade.
Talks to end the standoff advanced after the federalist rebels last month managed to load crude onto a tanker at Es Sider and forced it out to sea in an attempt to export the cargo.
US commandos later boarded the formerly North Korean-flagged vessel in international waters and returned it to Libya, in a major blow to the federalists' plan to bypass Tripoli and sell oil independently on the global market.
The oil deal does not necessarily end protests that have shut western oil production facilities such as the 340 000-bpd El Sharara oilfield for weeks. Protesters in the west have few ties with the east and are splintered into small groups lacking a joint leadership, which makes it hard to negotiate with them. - Reuters
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BELL COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) - Officials say vandals are damaging historical artifacts used in the Civil War that are on display at the Cumberland Gap National Historical Park.
Park Rangers are now using surveillance cameras to catch those responsible.
The cannon on top of the Pinnacle in the Cumberland Gap National Historical Park is part of history.
"The gun tube itself was used in the Civil War. We're talking a real artifact here, not just some decoration," said Chief Ranger Dirk Wiley.
Chief Ranger Wiley says some people are vandalizing the part of history. People are carving initials, names, even profanity into it.
"These are tangible links to our past and it's very disrespectful to do that to all the soldiers who lost their lives in this conflict," said Martha Wiley, the Park Historian.
To catch those responsible, Park Rangers set up surveillance cameras. Chief Ranger Wiley says they have already caught five people on video. All face federal charges.
"We do get tired of people vandalizing the cannon and there comes a point you have to do something about it," Chief Ranger Wiley said.
"These are parts of our history and it does make me very angry to see people just be so casual and just desecrate," said Martha Wiley.
Officials say this not only damages historical artifacts, they also have to spend money to clean it up.
"In a time when everybody is concerned about the federal budget, where's our federal money going and where's it wasted? I can't think of a bigger waste of time than law enforcement rangers having to constantly keep an eye on the cannons and maintenance workers having to constantly re-paint the cannons," said Chief Ranger Wiley.
In the court cases, the park is seeking restitution from the accused vandals. Those convicted could also be ordered to pay fines.
Park officials say the internet helped them identify some of the accused vandals. They say some out of state suspects posted pictures of themselves and the cannon on Facebook.


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The landline phone is in decline in today's social media-driven world, and going with it may be traditional political polling techniques.
Experts, including political scientists, social scientists and pollsters, say a need for change in those polling techniques is both necessary, and on the rise.
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There was once time when silence really was quiet for you personally. However, things transformed and you have this constant tinnitus. It simply keeps buzzing and stifling your entire day. The next article provides you with good quality advice that will help you with coping with that buzzing, that is also known as Tinnitus.
If you're coping with tinnitus, try to lessen the strain inside your existence. Just like many health problems, excess stress could make your tinnitus signs and symptoms worse. Have a look at the existence to determine in which the extra demands might be originating from, and do something to lighten your load.
You will find medications which are available on the market that are ototoxic. This means that the medicine is toxic towards the human ear. These medicines will damage the body. You will find anti-biotics, loop diuretics, chemotherapy agents, and lots of NSAIDS which have all been proven to become ototoxic. Sometimes this damage from toxicity can result in permanent and irreversible damage.
If you're recently going through tinnitus, your very best approach might be to merely neglected. A lot of the installments of tinnitus disappear by themselves. Even when they do not, they subside enough that they don't disrupt your existence. When the tinnitus remains an issue, however, you need to talk to your physician.
Reduce your consumption of caffeine and salt. Caffeine is really a stimulant that does not only increases your heartbeat but additionally improves tinnitus levels. Salt functions similarly by raising bloodstream pressure and growing irritating noise levels inside your mind. Making nutritional changes will reduce tinnitus levels and help you to get a much better night's sleep.
Get the teeth fixed. Any dental problems may cause and worsen tinnitus. Seriously consider ensuring veneers are correctly fitted should you put on them. It's also wise to be examined for that potential presence of the temporomandibular joint disorder. These things might have a bad impact on tinnitus.
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Go for it Rick, you are still one of the better candidates the GOP has to offer (and they don't have much to offer).
I like Rick Perry but think he has reached the highest post he is capable of as Texas Governor and he has done a great job. We need a Republican candidate who is capable of functioning on a higher level which probably means someone who has more education and training, particularly in international relations and economics from a place like Stanford. A lot of highly educated people lack the leadership capacity or common sense to hold the position as POTUS. Christie has some of this but his New Jersey style has problems, to say the least. Ben Carson is a smart doctor but hasn't held political office. Jeb Bush would be like a dynasty and there are a lot of anti-Bush votes out there. There are a few midwest governors that would be good--my favorite is still Paul Ryan. I hope the field of candidates is better than in 2012. We had Romney, who is Mormon and a little out of touch who was probably the most capable, and the rest were mainly from the right wing, social conservatives. I think the prospect of Hillary Clinton as the opposition calls for a GOP centrist with good common sense solutions to offer against the prospect of another Clinton in the White House.
We don't need another Warmonger in Chief from Texas ... Lyndon B (Bomb Them Back to The Stone Age) Johnson and George W Weapons of Mass Deception) were more than enough!
Sad.It used to be the party of leadership.We need a tough as nails ex military type. Any body know one now?
With due respect, Mr. Perry, you are definitely being victimized by "The Peter Principle".
Sorry Mr. Perry, I was a big fan until you exposed your short comings. While I enjoy hearing you talk and also the comedy you sometimes provide, I don't think you stand a chance. We Republicans need a strong candidate, NO Jeb Bush, NO Rick Perry, NO Chris Christie. I still like Romney, but doubt he runs. If he doesn't run, what chance does Rick Perry have?
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Mr. Oops! doesn't belong in Washington. Keep him and all other Texas GOP cow patties in Texas where they belong.
I guess he didn't learn his lesson last time.
The goose stepper doesn't have a chance
Proves that he is a hopeless fool.
Just another shmegegge.
Please let this idiot stay in Texas. We don't need a tea party president.
Gov. Perry is an accomplished executive. By now we should all know that is the last thing we need as President. Better to keep the string going by following up Obama with Hillary. Competence is overrated.
Vote for better government - Carter 2016
Ted Cruz or Perry? FatBridge Christie, loony tunes Rand Paul?
Look again behind the brush.
I would not vote for Perry for dog catcher, But Ted Cruz, yes I will vote for him. Sure hope he runs. He has tried to do more for the people than any other person in congress I think. If you don't agree, keep your stupid opinion to yourself
Rick Perry is your next President. Live with it, Democrat/commies!
Rick Perry, Rand Paul, Sarah Palin =YES!
Jeb Bush, Chris Christie = Not no but HEL L NO!
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Yet Perry himself doesn't believe in giving others second chances. The defining feature of Executive Clemency is to give unfortunate criminal offenders a second chance, a just exception, to severe punishment.
It is a rare day indeed when Texas Governor Rick Perry gives anyone a second chance. And America should give Rick Perry the same level of kindness.
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KDWB's annual Jingle Ball brought two of the year's most talked-about hitmakers -- Robin "Blurred Lines" Thicke and Miley "The One with the Tongue" Cyrus -- to St. Paul on Tuesday night and filled the Xcel Energy Center with about 14,000 screaming fans.
Over 3 1/2 brisk hours, eight pop acts offered 15-25 minute, hit-packed sets, barely giving the large-lunged crowd the chance to catch a breath. And there was a little something for all (pop radio-friendly) tastes, including TV-bred newcomers (Fifth Harmony, Ariana Grande), a pre-Obama emo rock band (Fall Out Boy), this year's version of Justin Bieber (Austin Mahone), a high-energy rapper (Flo Rida) and one for the moms (38-year-old Enrique Iglesias).
Thicke, 36, showed up surprisingly early as the second act of the evening, with his uncomfortable hit "Blurred Lines" earning waves of affection from the young, mostly female crowd. Then again, the audience seemed to adore everyone, giving as much love to Fall Out Boy as Flo Rida.
But 21-year-old Cyrus stole the show, with her infectious radio hits ("Party in the U.S.A.," "We Can't Stop") and naughty Santa Claus outfit that barely -- barely! -- managed to keep her legal. Cyrus clearly enjoys getting a rise out of folks, but she was still business-minded enough to remind the crowd several times that she's already booked a return headlining gig at the X on March 10.
In keeping with the abbreviated nature of the evening, here's a quick review of each artist, haiku-style:
Five-piece girl group was
Formed on "The X Factor" show
That no one watches
"I know you want it"
He sang for the little girls
Creepy? You, betcha
Emo rockers are
Long in the tooth, but the kids
Still seemed to like them
Actress slash singer
Covered "Last Christmas," a song
Older than the crowd
Does anyone know
How to say "Lose the hat" in
Spanish? (No one fooled)
Beefy baller was
Sweaty so he tore off shirt
Screaming did ensue
A Texan Bieber
Had all the tweens squealing hard
Even played guitar
She came in like a
Wrecking ball, showed us all her
Private parts (almost)
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Update: Although Governor Palin is not a lawyer, there have already been several legal issues mentioned with regard to her candidacy. Just last month, her own state legislature opened an investigation into allegations that she tried to get her ex-brother-in-law fired from his state trooper job
Law professor Ann Althouse has already gone on record with a furry opinion about Palin's credentials.
Without a professional legal background to pontificate on (compare Joe Biden), we here at ATL will continue to scour our sources to bring you the latest on Palin's positions about the things that matter to lawyers, big and small. Anyone know her views on SCOTUS nominations?
McCain Chooses Palin as Running Mate [New York Times]
Alaska's Palin Faces Probe [Wall Street Journal]
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The Vision Tour shares a very important trait with the Cross Country - its handling belies its size. For a bike that tips the scales with a dry weight of 395kg, the motorcycle tracks where you point it and holds its line well when tipped over.
It's also decked out to make the long haul as easy on the rider as possible. The seat is ultra comfy and has ergonomics that keep pressure off the lower back. The ample-sized floorboards allow riders to easily shift their body weight or to stretch their legs on long runs. There are plenty of creature comforts like a push-button adjustable windshield, dual-zone heated seats and handgrips and cruise control as standard features. Throw in factory ABS and a linked braking system and you've got an American-made luxo-tourer with features comparable to its Japanese counterparts. Touring riders will also appreciate the 110 litres of trunk and saddlebag storage.


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Diversified Business Communications and Alimentaria Exhibitions announced the launch of Seafood Barcelona which will take place in the Autumn of 2012. The event is the newest addition to Diversified's global portfolio of seafood events which include the European Seafood Exposition( Brussels), the Asian Seafood Exposition(Hong Kong) and the International Boston Seafood Show. Alimentaria Exhibitions is the organizer of the global Alimentaria events which take place in Barcelona, Lisbon and Mexico City.
Seafood Barcelona will be held at Fira de Barcelona and will focus on bringing buyers and sellers together focusing on Spain and Southern Europe. "Barcelona is the perfect location to hold a fair that brings all aspects of the seafood and seafood processing industry" said J. Antonio Valls, deputy managing director of Alimentaria Exhibitions.
The first event in 2012 will host 300 companies from seafood and seafood processing/ technology companies and will attract high-level seafood buyers. According to Mary Larkin, Group Vice President of Diversified's seafood events and publications, "Seafood Barcelona provides a new opportunity for seafood buyers and sellers to target the important Spanish and Southern European marketplace."
Spain is a leading seafood producing and consuming nation. Data provided from the Ministry of the Environment and Rural Marine Affairs shows that seafood is consumed in 70% of Spanish households with consumption of 2.2 kg per capita per month. Spain is the world's third largest manufacturer of canned seafood generating €2.2 bn. Spain exported 992,489 tonnes of seafood in 2010, being the first exporting country from the EU and representing the 17% of the whole Community, according to Anfaco-Cecopesca, the Spanish fish canning association. For its Secretary-General, Juan Manuel Vieites, the holding of a fair of Seafood's magnitude in Spain is "very positive for businesses, given our country's importance in fishery and fish farming produce."


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Joe Kazda has ventured into scores of downtown Manitowoc taverns, all in the name of comprehensive research and, maybe, a cool glass of beer.
"Now, this bar has a clean exterior of cream brick, and when you walk in you see the old original oak bar," said Kazda, 54, sitting on a stool at Replay Sports Bar, 1502 Madison St., a corner tavern built in 1893. Kazda has created a Web site dedicated to "the many colorful characters of Manitowoc that are known as tavern keepers, bar owners and purveyors of fine drink."
He started collecting stories, photographs and memorabilia of downtown Manitowoc bars in winter 2008 after selling a Madison-based pet-supply business.
Nearly 200 bars are cataloged by name or street address on Kazda's site, manitowoctavernhistory.org.
He shared a drink menu from Del's Cardinal Lounge, 806 Buffalo St., circa 1960, listing a glass of wine for 35 cents, a 12-ounce glass of domestic beer for 40 cents and a grasshopper cocktail with ice cream at 75 cents.
The bar — now called Shoot the Bull — is an example of taverns that have had several names and multiple owners over the years.
At Replay, owner Steve Gauthier is clear about why he bought the bar in 2004. "The best part about running a tavern? You don't have to answer to anybody but yourself."
By 1:30 on a recent afternoon, a dozen regulars were watching the Wisconsin Badgers basketball team in the Big 10 tournament at the south-side bar, with previous owners including Bernard Kowalski, Fred Pilster, Chas Pekulik and Ed Peaschek.
Replay's was known as Nick's for 35 years. Gauthier has no blenders on his bar for ice cream drinks or margaritas. "We're a beer and whisky kind of bar," Gauthier said.
He didn't say it with the attitude of Nick the bartender in the movie "It's a Wonderful Life," who tells Jimmy Stewart's angel wannabe, "We serve hard drinks in here for men who want to get drunk fast, and we don't need any characters around to give the joint 'atmosphere.' "
Kazda, who lives in Markesan, said he pieced together dates and addresses using old phone books and city directories. He acquired images from the Manitowoc Public Library and Manitowoc County Historical Society.
"What is rare is to find a picture of a bartender standing outside his own bar," Kazda said.
"But the great bars in town always had the owner behind the bar, like Joe Koral behind Koral's and Del behind his bar ... that would define classic Manitowoc taverns," Kazda said.
His Web site attempts to give vignettes of Manitowoc bars going back to 1940. Kazda has a photocopy of a newspaper ad from that year for Rod's Tavern, 901 Buffalo St.
It touts "the finest wine" at 40 cents a quart or $1.29 a gallon and 4-year-old Kentucky bourbon for $1.25 a pint and "a full-size drink only 10 cents."
Kazda also collects historical barware. "However, I rarely see, even in antique stores, memorabilia from local taverns. They used to give out all kinds of things like cards and coin purses with their name on them," he said.
Kazda pointed approvingly to a wall at Replay featuring a wooden sign advertising "Red Garter Cocktail Lounge — Cocktails $1." The Red Garter stood at 908 Washington St. in the 1970s.
The tavern historian credits four Manitowoc buddies for helping him get his project going, including a cousin, Craig Kazda, and bartender Mike Gallagher.
"My wife, Elizabeth, also supports my tavern project, even though she is a teetotaler," Kazda said.
He welcomes submissions from individuals with bar items or photographs, such as those he got from Del's wife, Gwen Brault, of Del's Cardinal Lounge. Photographs may be e-mailed to Kazda, or he can scan original photographs during his frequent visits to Manitowoc.


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Konami has posted the Tokyo Game Show 2005 trailer for Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots on the official Web site for Kojima Productions, the development studio responsible for the series.
Hideo Kojima says he has no plans to bring any Metal Gear Solid game to a non-Sony next-gen platform, but he has high praise for the Xbox 360.
Rumor has it that Best Buy will soon begin offering a PS3 that comes with both Metal Gear Solid 4 and Killzone 2. This would be the second attractive PS3 bundle in the last few weeks. Is Sony trying to clear the channel of old consoles?
Metal Gear Solid Rising is promising better graphics than Metal Gear Solid 4. But is better graphics really what the Metal Gear series needs?
Konami has updated its Web site for "Metal Gear Solid 4 Touch," the iPhone version of the hugely popular "MGS" series.
Sony announces yet another PS3 bundle--this time with a 160GB hard disk, the biggest yet on a home game console.
Don Reisinger is here to correct the same old stereotype. Believe it or not, women do play video games, and they might even be better than you.
Don Reisinger thinks first-party developers are the key to the future success of consoles. Is he right?
It's the latest attempt to leverage branding.
Konami's hotly anticipated PlayStation 3 exclusive, Metal Gear Solid 4, will be bundled with two new versions of the PS3 hardware. One is strictly for collectors, while the other may be the best PS3 value yet.


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Kenneth Hartman, Jr. of Severna Park died on December 4, 2012 at Anne Arundel Medical Center with his family by his side.
Kenny was born on July 28, 1959 in Camden, NJ and was raised in Joppatowne, MD. He also lived for a period in Orlando, FL and Oakland, MD. He graduated from Joppatowne High school and went on to graduate from Clemson University with his Bachelor's degree. From 1982-2000 Kenny worked for Walt Disney World before finding his true passion in life when he became Chief of Visitor Services at the Maryland State Park Service in 2000. He last served as the Manager of Sandy Point State Park. Kenny was a dedicated leader who was service oriented. He was committed to the concept of Children in Nature which led to the vision and development of the new Nature Center at Sandy Point. He reached into the neighborhood schools by bringing the Junior Ranger program to students and having rangers read to students on Dr. Seuss Day. Kenny always put others before himself and was determined to help others have the opportunities they needed to reach their full potential. His ability to use his sense of humor and people skills made him endearing to most he encountered.
He loved to spend his free time camping, gardening, bowling, biking and hiking.
Kenneth was the beloved partner of Richard Benfer, of Severna Park, MD. He was the son of Kenneth Hartman, Sr. and Patsy A. Hartman of Joppa, MD; brother of Larraine Tompkins of Belcamp, MD and Richard Hartman of Chesapeake, VA.
Friends may visit on Friday December 7, 2012 from 3-5 & 7-9:00pm at the Barranco & Sons,P.A. Severna Park Funeral Home 495 Ritchie Highway Severna Park, MD 21146. Services and Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Kenny's name to the Friends of Maryland State Forests and Parks, Inc. Checks can be mailed in c/o Treasurer Wendell Jones, 1172 Latrobe Drive, Annapolis MD 21409.


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EVENT Report - Men's Long Jump
The reigning World champion landed at 8.34m with his first round leap, the third farthest ever in World Cup/Continental Cup history. Only competition record holder Larry Myricks (8.52m, 1979) and Cuban Ivan Pedroso (8.37m, 1998), have sailed farther in variations of this competition.
Phillips fouled his remaining three leaps but setting the tone early, his big opener put the competition well out of reach.
"I was disappointed with my performance in Zagreb couple days ago and I wanted to jump over eight metres for the Croatian crowd here," said Phillip, the Samsung Diamond League winner in the event this season. "And the fans were outstanding."
Over all, the competition was on the modest side. European silver medallist Kafetien Gomis of France was second with an 8.10m best which didn't come until the final round, the sole jump other than Phillips' to stretch beyond the eight-metre line.
European champion Christian Reif, the world leader at 8.47m, struggled with consistency and finished third at 7.99m. Li Jinzhe of China and Team Asia-Pacific, was fourth with a 7.92m best, just ahead of Tyrone Smith (Bermuda, AME), who reached 7.91m.
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RECOMMENDATION: Authorize the City Manager or designee to enter into Amendment No. 2 to contracts with Allways Towing and Transport, AM/PM Towing and Recovery, Central Towing, Jack James Towing, Mission Pass Towing and Transport, and Pro Star Towing to continue providing towing services for the Police Department for an additional 18-month term, with two optional one-year extensions, for a total contract term not to exceed 60 months (5 years).
BACKGROUND: The purpose of the tow services contract is to provide Police-initiated vehicle towing and storage for the Fremont Police Department in the interest of preserving public safety and enforcement of state law. In response to competition for the tow contracts and issues raised by the tow companies, research was conducted in early 2011 to improve the RFP process for this service. Council approved transitioning from a zone towing system, which limited the number of vendors, to a rotational program, thus allowing all qualified tow contractors to participate. Because of the increased number of tow vendors, the number of required storage spaces for each vendor was reduced from 75 to 45 spaces.
Staff conducted site visits, background checks, and reviewed the documents provided by the tow vendors to assure all of the qualifications were met. After the vendors were determined qualified, six vendors entered into a contractual agreement to provide tow services for the City in May 2011. The contracted vendors were as follows:
· Allways Towing and Transport
· AM/PM Towing and Recovery
· Central Towing
· Jack James Towing
· Mission Pass Towing and Transport
· Pro Star Towing
The term of the contract was originally eighteen months in order to evaluate the new rotational system. Since that time, the rotational tow system and current vendors have provided adequate service. In November 2012, the contract was extended an additional two months in Amendment No. 1, in order to allow staff time to obtain and convert the rates in the multiple CHP contracts to an average, as listed in Exhibit D of Amendment No. 2.
DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS: A meeting with the vendors occurred in July 2012, at which time it was determined there was a mutual interest to renew the contracts with minor amendments. The vendors requested they not be required to maintain a payphone on the property. Fremont is the only municipality with this requirement, which is a costly one for the vendors, and there has been little to no usage of the payphones.
Staff proposed an increase to the tow and storage fee schedule based on the vendor fees listed in the towing contracts for each vendor utilized by the California Highway Patrol, Hayward office. In addition, the proposed language would require the City to review and adjust the fees on an annual basis. Rather than returning to Council to annually adjust the fee, the Chief of Police would have authority to set the fee at the average of the rates used by the CHP contract at the time of review. The attached Exhibit D Fee Schedule reconciles the classifications of the CHP schedule with those in the Fremont contract.
The current contract automatically disqualifies tow truck drivers who have been convicted of or have criminal charges pending against them. Language is proposed to afford the Chief of Police the authority to review convictions and pending criminal charges on a case-by-case basis. This would allow discretion to exclude or permit participation in the program depending on the crime and length of time since the incident in question.
All the proposed amendments to the contract were deemed acceptable by all vendors. None of the modifications affect the operational guidelines of the vendors.
Historically, the term of tow contracts has been thirty-six to sixty months. The term of the existing tow contracts is proposed to be extended from the original eighteen months to thirty-six months, with two optional one-year extensions, for a total of sixty months. Since the contracts began on May 9, 2011, the contracts would expire at the latest on May 8, 2016. Following the expiration of these contracts, the Police Department plans to rebid the contract every five years in order to provide opportunities for new tow truck companies to participate in the program.
FISCAL IMPACT: None. The tow and storage fees are charged to the public by the towing company.
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Overview of the legal system and the legal principles that govern the delivery of healthcare. Covers patient confidentiality and the disclosure of patient information. Discusses codes of ethics and bioethical issues facing today's healthcare professionals. English communication skills necessary. Audit available. (For detailed information, see the Course Content and Outcome Guide ).
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This elegant Chardonnay from Stéphane Brocard hails from Pouilly Fuissé in the Mâconnais subregion of Burgundy, and this more southerly location makes it richer, fleshier and more gastronomic than his Bourgogne Chardonnay. A fine pairing for smoked fish.
Yapp Brothers are members of 'The Bunch', a group of Britain's best independent wine merchants.