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Cancer Imaging (2008) 8, 206?215
Optical imaging of the breast
S.M.W.Y. van de Ven, S.G. Elias, M.A.A.J. van den Bosch, P. Luijten and W.P.Th.M. Mali
Department of Radiology, University Medical Center Utrecht, 3508 GA Utrecht, The Netherlands
Corresponding address: S.M.W.Y. van de Ven, MD, Department of Radiology, University Medical Center Utrecht,
PO Box 85500, 3508 GA Utrecht, The Netherlands.
Email: email@example.com
Date accepted for publication 17 September 2008
This review provides a summary of the current state of optical breast imaging and describes its potential future
clinical applications in breast cancer imaging. Optical breast imaging is a novel imaging technique that uses near-
infrared light to assess the optical properties of breast tissue. In optical breast imaging, two techniques can be
distinguished, i.e. optical imaging without contrast agent, which only makes use of intrinsic tissue contrast, and
optical imaging with a contrast agent, which uses exogenous fluorescent probes. In this review the basic concepts
of optical breast imaging are described, clinical studies on optical imaging without contrast agent are summarized, an
outline of preclinical animal studies on optical breast imaging with contrast agents is provided, and, finally, potential
applications of optical breast imaging in clinical practice are addressed. Based on the present literature, diagnostic
performance of optical breast imaging without contrast agent is expected to be insufficient for clinical application.
Development of contrast agents that target specific molecular changes associated with breast cancer formation is the
opportunity for clinical success of optical breast imaging.
Keywords: Optical imaging; Breast cancer; Fluorescence; Absorption; Molecular imaging.
Breast cancer is a major global health problem. As of
2007, an estimated 1.3 million new cases of invasive
breastcancerare diagnosed
465,000 women are expected to die from this disease
worldwide[1]. X-Ray mammography is used in screening
programs and reduces mortality significantly due to ear-
lier detection of breast cancer[2,3]. For younger women,
the benefit from screening with X-ray mammography is
markedly less than for women over the age of 50 years.
This is probably caused by the lower incidence of breast
cancer at a younger age, the more rapidly growing
tumours, and the higher radiographic breast density in
young women[4]. Sensitivity of X-ray mammography
for breast cancer detection in women with fatty breasts
is approximately 88%, but this sensitivity is strongly
reduced in women with dense breasts, i.e. 62%[5]. This
is an important problem, especially since these women
have an increased risk of breast cancer[6].
Optical breast imaging is a novel imaging technique
that uses near-infrared (NIR) light to assess the optical
properties of tissue, and is expected to play an important
role in breast cancer detection. It dates back to 1929
when Cutler investigated the shadows of light transmitted
through the breast with a normal lamp (transillumina-
tion)[7]. Although large malignant lesions with high vas-
cularization could be detected, the method did not
achieve sufficient sensitivity and specificity to be used
in clinical practice at the time. During the last decade,
progress in source and detector technology, light propa-
gation modelling, and potential fluorescent contrast
agents, has resulted in a renewed interest in optical
imaging[8]. Optical breast imaging uses near-infrared
(NIR) light in the wavelength range of 600?1000nm to
assess the optical properties of tissue. Functional infor-
mation on tissue components, i.e. absorption character-
istics of oxy- and deoxyhaemoglobin, water, and lipid, can
be obtained by combining images acquired at various
wavelengths. When using only intrinsic breast tissue
This paper is available online at http://www.cancerimaging.org. In the event of a change in the URL address, please use the DOI
provided to locate the paper.
? 2008 International Cancer Imaging Society
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contrast in optical breast imaging, this is referred to as
optical breast imaging without contrast agent. The other
modality, i.e. optical breast imaging with a contrast agent,
uses exogenous fluorescent probes that target molecules
specific for breast cancer. The use of fluorescent probes
has great potential in early breast cancer detection, since
in vivo imaging of molecular changes associated with
Additional advantages of optical breast imaging are that
it uses no ionizing radiation and it is relatively inexpen-
sive, which can realize repeated use (also in young
women) and easy access to the technique. The aim of
this review is to provide a summary of the current state of
optical breast imaging and to describe its potential future
clinical applications in breast cancer imaging.
istechnically feasible.
The basic concepts of optical
breast imaging
In general, optical imaging devices transmit light through
the breast, where it is both absorbed and scattered by the
tissue components present. NIR in the wavelength range
of 600?1000nm is used to allow for sufficient tissue
penetration. After passing through the breast, the remain-
ing light is registered by detectors and advanced com-
puter algorithms are used to reconstruct the images
(Figs. 1 and 2)[9?11]. Determining tissue properties and
their spatial distribution is complex due to the irregular
and long pathways over which light travels through the
Different optical breast imaging systems have been
investigated. In transillumination, sources and detectors
are positioned at opposite sides of the breast. This gen-
erates two-dimensional projection views, comparable to
Figure 1
system used for clinical research (Philips Healthcare,
Best, The Netherlands).
Prototype of the diffuse optical tomography
Figure 2
breast imaging lay-out (A) with source and detector fibres
covering the entire breast surface. In optical breast
imaging without contrast agent (B) higher absorption by
tumour components (predominantly haemoglobin) results
in decreased light intensity registered by the detectors.
In optical breast imaging with contrast agent (C) a fluores-
cent probe is administered that ideally accumulates at the
tumour site. After excitation, light is emitted at a higher
wavelength by this agent and the excitation wavelength
is filtered to only detect the fluorescent signal.
Concepts of optical breast imaging. Optical
Optical imaging of the breast207
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compression[13?17]. In tomography, sources and detectors
are placed over the entire breast surface[18,19]. This
enables the acquisition of three-dimensional optical
breast images. Another approach is the use of handheld
devices that are placed manually at the position of inter-
est, comparable to imaging with ultrasound probes[20?22].
Although companies and academic institutions have
putvast effort into
imaging systems, only three of them are commercially
available at this moment. The ComfortScan?system,
developed by DOBI Medical, is a transillumination
system that requires breast compression to generate
two-dimensional optical images (http://www.dobimedi-
cal.com/dobisys1.html). SoftScan?,
Research Technologies Inc. (ART), is a system that
uses slight breast compression, but is able to generate
tomographic images of a chosen region of interest of
the breast. This is the only commercial system that
uses more than one laser, namely four, to be able to
transmit light of different wavelengths through the
breast (http://www.art.ca/en/products/softscan.html)[23].
The ComputedTomography
system CTLM?, developed by Imaging Diagnostic
Systems Inc. (IDSI), is a tomographic system that
requires no breast compression to generate volumetric
optical images of the breast (http://www.imds.com/
All optical imaging systems in general, use three differ-
ent illumination methods: time domain, frequency
domain, and continuous wave. The time domain tech-
nique uses short (50?400 ps) light pulses to assess the
temporal distribution of photons[15,16,24]. In this way,
distinction between scattering and absorption can be
made. This technology collects the most information on
the optical properties of tissue and therefore has
better contrast and spatial resolution compared to the
other methods. However, time domain equipment is
more expensive and acquisition times are longer.
Frequency domain devices modulate the amplitude of
the light that is continuously transmitted at high frequen-
cies (50?500MHz)[25]. By measuring phase shifts
of photons and their amplitude decay (compared to a
mammography,and usually requiresbreast
by Advanced
reference signal), information on the optical properties
of tissue is acquired and scattering and absorption can be
distinguished. Frequency domain devices could generate
the same information as time domain systems if a large
range of frequencies is used[25]. Continuous wave sys-
tems emit light at constant intensity or modulated at
low frequencies (0.1?100kHz)[26]. It is a straightforward
technique, which basically measures the attenuation of
light transmitted between two points on the breast sur-
face. Because of its simplicity, continuous wave equip-
ment is cheap and image acquisition fast. However, it is
very difficult to discriminate scattering from absorption
with this technique and data analysis requires complex
reconstruction algorithms[27].
Optical breast imaging without
contrast agent
Optical breast imaging uses NIR light to assess the opti-
cal properties of breast tissue. Light absorption at these
wavelengths is minimal, allowing for sufficient tissue
penetration (up to 15cm). The main components of
the breast all have specific absorption characteristics as
a function of the wavelength. By combining images
acquired at various wavelengths (spectroscopy), concen-
trations of oxy- and deoxyhaemoglobin, water and lipid
can be determined. Fig. 3 demonstrates an example of a
benign cyst imaged with both magnetic resonance ima-
ging (MRI) and optical imaging; spectroscopic analysis
of the optical data confirmed the high water and low
blood concentration in this lesion[28].
In a malignant tumour, haemoglobin concentration is
directly related to angiogenesis, the key factor required
for tumour growth and metastases[29]. In addition, the
proportions of oxy- and deoxyhaemoglobin change in
such a tumour due to its metabolism[30]. By measuring
the concentrations of the breast components, discrimina-
tion of benign and malignant tumours may be possible
with diffuse optical imaging (Fig. 2A and B).
Clinical studies thus far performed using optical
breast imaging without contrast agent are shown
in Table 1[13?24,31?34]. Case reports are not presented
in this overview. Most studies report the number of
Figure 3
the optical data set. The cyst shows a high signal intensity on the MRI and the enhanced-water map (high water content),
and a low signal intensity on the enhanced-blood map (low blood content)[28].
T2-weighted MRI with fat-suppression compared to the enhanced-water map and the enhanced-blood map of
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Table 1
Clinical studies on optical breast imaging without contrast agent
Author (year)
Pre-knowledge on
Detection cut-off
Detection rate
(in nm)a
Imaging approach
In situ carci-
nomas y
Rinneberg et al.
Time domain
670, 785, 843,
Yes. X-Ray and
Weak contrast, tumor only detectable provided
exact location of inhomogeneity is known
0.95 (80/84)
0.78 (7/9)
0.89 (39/44)
Floery et al.
Continuous wave
Yes. X-Ray
Increased absorption; an area clearly more
luminous than the surrounding parenchyma
0.76 (32/42)
0.38 (3/5)
0.33 (18/55)
Taroni et al.
Time domain
637, 656, 683,
785, 913, 975
Yes. X-Ray
Weak contrast
0.89 (50/56)
0.60 (101/169)
Yates et al.
Time domain
780, 815
Yes. Different
modalities (e.g.
Weak contrast
0.50 (1/2)
0.91 (10/11)
Zhu et al.
Frequency domain
780, 830
Handheld with US
Yes. US
Maximum hemoglobin concentration
495 mmol/L
1.00 (8/8)
0.04 (3/73)
G€ otz et al.
Frequency domain
690, 750, 790,
Yes. X-Ray
Clearly visible contrast
0.86 (51/59)
0.58 (14/24)
Tomandl et al.
Frequency domain
794, 850
Based on non-specified criteria developed by an
experienced radiologist who compared optical
images with X-ray and US findings
0.58 (23/40)
0.27 (6/22)
Franceschini et al.
Frequency domain
690, 810
Yes. X-Ray and
Visible optical inhomogeneity corrected for edge
effects (so-called dimensionless N value)
0.73 (11/15)
Chance et al.
Continuous wave
760, 805, 850
Yes. Unspecified
Relatively high hemoglobin content and low
0.95 (42/44)
0.94 (68/72)
Gu et al.
Continuous wave
785, 808, 830
Yes. X-Ray and
Lower absorption and/or scattering coefficients
than surrounding parenchyma
0.83 (5/6)
Hsiang et al.
Frequency domain
658, 682, 785,810, 830, 850
Yes. MRI
Optical index42.4
1.00 (6/6)
Intes (2005)[23]
Time domain
760, 780, 830,
Tomography with
breast compression
Yes. X-Ray
Malignant lesions show higher haemoglobin content and lower oxygenation than surrounding
Durduran et al.
Continuous wave
Yes. Palpation
Blood flow increases to 230% in malignant lesions and to 153% in benign lesions
Cerussi et al.
ous wave
Yes. X-Ray
Malignant lesions show increase in deoxyhaemoglobin, oxyhaemoglobin, and water (450%), and
decrease in lipid (?20%) compared to normal tissue; tumour spectra appeared age-dependent
Cerussi et al.
ous wave
Yes. X-Ray, US,
Responders to chemotherapy showed significant decrease in deoxyhaemoglobin (27%) and
relative water content (20%) compared to non-responders; oxyhaemoglobin decreased in both
groups, but significantly more in responders (33%) compared to non-responders (18%)
et al. (2002)[24]
Time domain
780, 830
combined with MRI
Yes. Concurrent
Malignant lesions show higher haemoglobin content and lower oxygenation than surrounding
US, ultrasound; MRI, magnetic resonance imaging.
aWavelengths in bold were used in all measurements, others only in part of the measurements.
bWhen there were less than 5% in situ carcinomas, this group was combined with invasive carcinomas (italic), and also when there was no information on invasiveness available.
Optical imaging of the breast209
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lesions detected on the optical images (detection rates),
irrespective of their classification (benign/malignant).
Sensitivity and specificity have not been determined
yet. Detection rates for carcinomas range from 0.50 to
1.00 in these studies. Studies performed with handheld
devices report high detection rates (0.95?1.00)[20?22].
Detection rates for the transillumination approach
range from 0.58 to 0.94[13?17]. With tomography, carci-
nomas were detected in 74%[18]and 50%[19]. Detection
rates of benignlesions
0.94[14?21,31]. Benign cysts were detected with tomogra-
phy in 83%[31]. Malignant lesions were detected by their
higher optical attenuation compared to the surrounding
tissue, mainly related to increased light absorption by
their higher haemoglobin
benign lesions were more difficult to detect, but some-
times showed increased attenuation, although to a lesser
extent than malignant lesions[14?21,31]. As opposed to the
other lesions, benign cysts showed lower optical attenua-
tion, associated with lower light absorption or scattering
by their high water content[16,24,31]. Some groups found
lower oxygenation for carcinomas compared to the sur-
rounding tissue[21,23,24,33]. In addition, Cerussi et al.
described increased water content and decreased lipid
content in malignant lesions, and age-dependency of
the tumour spectra[33]. This group also investigated the
response to chemotherapy in breast cancer patients and
reported significant decrease in deoxyhaemoglobin (27%)
and relative water content (20%) in responders compared
to non-responders; oxyhaemoglobin decreased in both
groups, but significantly more in responders (33%) com-
pared to non-responders (18%)[32].
vary between0.04and
content[20?24,33,34]. Solid
Optical breast imaging with
contrast agent
In optical breast imaging with contrast agent, fluorescent
probes are used that emit photons at predefined wave-
lengths after excitation by laser light. These photons are
detected while the light of the excitation wavelength is
filtered (Fig. 2C).
Fluorescent probes that target molecules specific for
breast cancer are currently being developed and validated
in preclinical animal studies. An overview of these studies
is provided in Table 2[35?43]. All animal studies were
performed with breast cancer mouse models with NIR
continuous wave optical imaging devices. In most studies,
transillumination was used, but two research groups
applied a tomographic approach[35,41]. A variety of opti-
cal probes for specific breast cancer cell targeting has
been designed. The group of Bremer and Mahmood
et al. developed so-called ?smart? optical probes to
target proteases[35?37]. These probes are non-fluorescent
in their native state, but convert to a highly fluorescent
active state when their backbone is cleaved by cathepsins.
In four animals with human breast cancer xenografts,
tumours showed a strong fluorescence signal in vivo
after injection of the cathepsin-sensing probe. Signal-to-
noise ratio (SNR) after 48h was 21 in tumours with
mean diameters 52mm.
tumour was 51mm in diameter[37]. This technique
using smart optical probes also showed good results in
transgenic mice that spontaneously developed tumours.
With transillumination, all 24 tumours in 10 animals
could be clearly delineated after injection of the cathe-
psin-sensing probe. Tumour fluorescence in vivo was sig-
nificantly higher compared to background fluorescence
measured in the adjacent skin (380?23 AU vs. 179?8
AU; p50.01). Tomography was performed in four ani-
mals; co-registration with MRI revealed a strong fluores-
cence signal within the tumour tissue and virtually no
background fluorescence in the corresponding slices[35].
Differences in tumour aggressiveness could be depicted
by this technique when comparing eight well-differen-
tiated, with eight highly invasive metastatic human
breast cancer models. The highly aggressive cancers,
which expressed higher levels of proteases, revealed sig-
nificantly higher tumour fluorescence compared to well-
differentiated tumours (861?88 AU vs. 566?36 AU;
p50.01). Tumours in non-injected animals were not vis-
ible due to identical autofluorescence in tumour and adja-
cent skin[36].
Three research groups focused on targeting the human
epidermal growth factor-2 (HER2) receptor with probes
containing thehumanized
antibody trastuzumab, Herceptin, coupled to an NIR
dye[39,41,42]. Hilger et al. compared such probes in
three animals with HER2-overexpressing tumours and
three animals with normal HER2-expression. Distinctly
higher relative fluorescence signals were found in
the tumours with HER2-overexpression compared to
the tumours with normal HER2-expression (e.g. 16h
after injection: 2.2?0.1 vs. 1.3?0.2)[39]. Sampath and
colleagues designed a dual-labelled probe consisting of
trastuzumab as targeting component, an111In complex
as radiotracer, and an NIR dye as optical signal genera-
tor. Fluorescence signal intensities obtained after injec-
tion with this HER2-specific probe in three mice bearing
HER2-overexpressing tumours, were significantly higher
(tumour-to-muscle ratio (TMR) 2.25?0.2) compared to
fluorescence signal intensities after injection of two non-
specific probes (TMR 1.35?0.1 and 1.44?0.18;
p?0.001), each administered in five mice. TMR in
five mice pre-injected with trastuzumab before receiving
the HER2-specific probe was significantly lower than
in the mice not pre-injected (p¼0.0048). Single photon
emission computed tomography (SPECT) fused with
computed tomography (CT) showed similar patterns
in probe uptake[42]. Montet et al. co injected two optical
probes,an NIRfluorochrome
marker (Angiosense-750) and Herceptin coupled to an
NIR dye, at the same time in an HER2-overexpressing
breast cancer mouse model. This model showed
significant tumoural uptake of both the vascular
labelled vascular
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Pornography: Anything involving partial or full exposure of primary or the main part of secondary sexual organs under any context, or anything involving sexual acts (i.e. involving primary or secondary sexual organs, or WOULD involve them if you could make it out in the picture, statue or film) of any kind (such as a love scene in a movie, though passionate kissing alone won't qualify since I think lips would be tertiary in this case). Also any sexuality of any kind depicted between non heterosexuals.
Caveat: This is NOT an intellectual definition meant to be argued over between Coastal types and "Flyover" types - it is meant to fence off an area of human activity and label it, pat each other on the back, and get on with life. It won't (and doesn't) stand up to a lot of scrutiny, and as politicians in the Midwest don't want to be seen as mideval, will end up when pressed blustering out the typical "I know it when I see it" answers - even though I doubt they really believe Michelangelo's David is not porn.
I think that ought to do it.
Even people who are from "Flyover" (even me) who think they are and try to be enlightened, will at least feel (inwardly) mild discomfort when exposed to that sort of thing, even if it is meant to be artistic or "erotic" or whatever. It has been internalized - and is not an intellectual process. I suppose this is appropriate, since sexuality itself is not an intellectual process (how's THAT for rationalization! )
Since many other types won't have been raised with the above definition, and many have - I can see how there may be "debate" about it ....
[Now if this doesn't kill the thread ... I don't know what will! ]

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Assessment of the validity of
Netemeyer et al.'s (1996) WFC
and FWC scales
Scott L. Boyar
Mitchell College of Business, University of South Alabama, Mobile,
Alabama, USA
Charles M. Carson
School of Business, Samford University, Birmingham, Alabama, USA
Donald C. Mosley Jr
Mitchell College of Business, University of South Alabama, Mobile,
Alabama, USA
Carl P. Maertz Jr
John Cook School of Business, Saint Louis University, St Louis,
Missouri, USA, and
Allison W. Pearson
Department of Management and Information Systems,
Mississippi State University, Mississippi State, Mississippi, USA
Purpose – The purpose of the current paper is to continue assessment of the construct and predictive
validity of the Netemeyer et al. Work Family Conflict (WFC) and Family Work Conflict (FWC) scales
while reassessing the scales for possible improvements.
Design/methodology/approach – Data were collected from workers in a poultry processing plant
to reassess Netemeyer et al.'s WFC and FWC scales. Carlson et al. were unable to include Netemeyer
et al.'s items in constructing and validating their new measures of WFC and FWC. This paper assesses
and extends the validation of the Netemeyer et al. scales.
Findings – This study supports the notion that a reduced model of both scales (four items for WFC
and three items for FWC) fit the data in the sample better than the original five-item measures
presented by Netemeyer et al. By deleting items from each scale more variation in the constructs was
accounted for and reduced unexplained error. By clarifying the measurement of WFC and FWC, the
substantive predictive model in the paper was supported. In addition, both WFC and FWC predicted
individuals' intention to quit, indicating potential predictive validity for these modified scales.
Originality/value – While this is a reassessment of a previously used scale, the improvements in
functionality (decreased items needed for assessment) and potential for predictive validity of the
modified scales result in an exciting new avenue for WFC and FWC research.
Keywords Workplace, Family life, Conflict, Employee turnover
Paper type Research paper
There has been considerable interest over the past 15 years in studying the conflict
between work and family (Frone et al., 1997). One of the motivating factors influencing
this line of research is current demographic trends. For example, the growth rate for
Received February 2006
Accepted June 2006
International Journal of Conflict
Vol. 17 No. 1, 2006
pp. 34-44
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While we are being asked to move past the 2002 carnage, there is no hesitation in invoking memories of the Partition or going as far back as Babar! What scares me is that let alone any remorse, apology or concern for those whose scars have still not healed, there is a fearful rise in prejudice and its legitimacy. Clearly evident in these elections is a religiously charged ethos, created through the campaign, revealing that under the 'development' story the core remains divisive politics. Amit Shah's speeches in Muzaffarnagar, Modi's refusal to wear the skull cap, while he wore every other headgear during the campaign, Praveen Togadia asking Muslims to be thrown out of "Hindu areas", to name a few.
But my greatest immediate fear is the attack on freedom of expression. Democracy works because there is room for differences that enable people to change their minds and governments and voice their dissent in ways that are civil and democratic. The BJP and its supporters have always been too eager to silence critics through blatant censorship and vandalism. I have personally suffered during the release of Fire and the making of Water. But never did I know that even making a harmless appeal to vote for secular parties would invite such wrath from the Modi supporters. Today my differing view has been responded to by such crass tweets like "Take your kid and go to Pakistan"! The dangerous subtext is alarming.
In 2008, I made Firaaq, a film on how ordinary people grappled with the aftermath of the Gujarat carnage. The film did not point fingers, yet the stand taken against violence was clear. While it got much appreciation and accolades, it also got flak from those who chose to see it with a less open mind. The release of the film saw dismal returns, and I was told that primarily it was because it came too close to the elections. Nevertheless, the film did get released. But today, if I had to release the film, even after the elections and the projected victory of the NDA, I think it would face far more blatant opposition. As an artist, I feel vulnerable and threatened much more today than I have ever felt before. For the first time, I can feel media self-censoring itself, playing safe—an indication of times to come. The silence is going to be deafening and the naysayers very few. Today I ask myself, are my fears truly unfounded?
It is unfortunate that Nandita Das has allowed her personal suffering at the hands of a few hooligans to taint her views of a man who has been repeatedly given the reins of the state by people who felt convinced about his development agenda (The Silence is Deafening...). 'Intellectuals' like her, who talk so much about democracy, conveniently ignore the massive mandate of the electorate, charging the man even before he starts. Yes Ms Das, your fears are unfounded.
V. Narasimhan, Chennai
Having lived in Bangalore and in other parts of Karnataka, I have seen first-hand the action of these fanatic criminal gangs, fearing which now even noted writer Dr Ananthamurthy has been given police protection. It might be worth remembering how the Taliban or their like came to power, first by working as social welfare organisations, then agitating against foreign 'agents', foreign influences, internal groups/communities who are 'different' etc. Then come the intimidations and physical attacks. The violence and repression comes after getting sufficient followers and access to direct or indirect power. But, as Naipaul is fond of saying, to realise this, one has to see and not ignore the obvious. There is none more blind than the one who refuses to see.
T. Nayak, Washington
Who burned the reels of Kissa Kursi Ka, had the script of Aandhi changed, and recently forcibly had several scenes of Rajneeti edited?
Swadhin Mukherjee, Calcutta
Castigating Modi for not wearing a skullcap is a bit too much. Would a Muslim agree to wear a prominent caste mark, like an Iyer vibhuti, just to show solidarity with the Hindus?
Meera, Bangalore
Did this princess just wake up from deep sleep? Where was she when the UPA passed Section 66A to block people on Twitter just because they expressed an opinion? 'Liberal' hypocrites like her only seem to be worried about 'freedom of expression' for themselves.
Krupakar Kolbatla, Mumbai
Thank you to all those who have taken the trouble to read the article and share their thoughts. Out of the arguments made here, there are two that perhaps need answering. So here they go.
1. The first part of the article compares outcomes (relative percentages of population of the religions concerned) irrespective of the process that led to those outcomes - whether immigration, relatively faster population growth or conversions. This was for two reasons. One, to put the figure of 2.3 per cent in "numerical perspective", as the article itself explained. The second reason was that outcomes are ultimately what the crux of debate is about. The rest of the article in any case dealt with process - or conversions in this case, from both a contemporary and historical perspective.
2. Some commenters have tried to cast doubts on the reliability of Census 2001. Those who do this should bear in mind that Census 2001 was conducted by a BJP government. Considering the extreme importance that BJP gives to this issue, it would be reasonable to expect that IF it had perceived a problem with the methodology that was distorting the numbers, it would have fixed it. As the article mentioned, BJP or BJP-supported governments have been in power for 10 of the last 40 years, or about a quarter of the time, and the only reasonable conclusion one can arrive at is that any misreporting of numbers, real or perceived, would be marginal and hence, not of importance.
To all other arguments made, my answer is the following: Please read the article again, with particular focus on the quotations of Vivekananda and Monier Williams, and the history of the missionary efforts in Bengal and their outcome.
Did this woman, who has a thoo year kid, still in India and if so, did she vote today? She gave it a pass in May inspite of having a thoo year old kid.
In the eyes of the intellectually superior seculars, the lives of Kasmiri Hindus count for nothing. Because they are idol worshipping savages and for McCaulay, the ancestor and Godfather of the secular tribe, there was no place for the savages in his scheme for India.
Freedom of expression is an exclusive preserve of the intellectually superior seculars. They want freedom to abuse the idol worshipping desi savages.
The savages can not have this freedom. If they express outrage against Hindu hater Wendy Doniger's rants masquerading as books, they must be asked to shut up.
Bury your conscience and you will be abe to live happily in the world of Modi.The next 5 years there will be more bomb blasts and framing innocent Muslims orchestrated by the Intelligence and police along with blatant support of media.As far as the development is concerned it will be only for the rich who fund RSS and BJP.Others will be sold a chimera and they will continue to vote.No amount of films like yours will change them.Ofcourse there will be at least a limited war with Pakistan before elections so that BJP can come out as winner again.Modi is the most wily politician I have ever seen at national level and with an evil mind.
Mariam Yehya Ibrahim, a Sudanese mother, doctor and Christian, has been sentenced to flogging and death unless she recants her Christian faith. She is 8 months pregnant and has a two-year-old son. Please join the international community in asking Sudan not to execute her for being a Christian.
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First Internet Bancorp Reports Third Quarter, Nine Month 2013 Results: Significant Growth in Loans, Deposits and Total Assets Business Wire INDIANAPOLIS -- October 25, 2013 First Internet Bancorp (NASDAQ: INBK), parent company of First Internet Bank (www.firstib.com), a premier nationwide provider of online retail banking services and commercial banking services, today announced unaudited financial results for the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2013. "We are pleased with the significant progress we have made on loan, deposit and asset growth, particularly on the commercial side of our business," said David Becker, Chairman and CEO. "Our goal is to continue to grow commercial loans and deposits while also growing our national retail business. As expected, our mortgage banking unit was not immune to the increase in interest rates which caused a reduction in our mortgage originations and spreads over the last three months. We have made significant progress in shifting our focus to purchase loans versus refinancings." Highlights for the quarter ended September 30, 2013: *Total assets were a record $738.52 million at September 30, 2013 compared with $627.68 million at September 30, 2012, up 18%. *Total loans excluding those held for sale were $434.17 million at September 30, 2013 compared with $348.84 million at September 30, 2012, an increase of 24%. Commercial loans totaled $168.40 million at September 30, 2013 compared with $89.08 million at September 30, 2012, an 89% increase. Commercial Real Estate loans increased 55% and Commercial and Industrial loans increased 338%. *Total deposits were $636.65 million at September 30, 2013 compared with $522.66 million at September 30, 2012, up 22%. *Net interest income increased 13% in the quarter ending September 30, 2013 to $4.36 million compared with $3.86 million for the quarter ending September 30, 2012. *Net income was $727,000 or $0.25 per diluted share in third quarter 2013 compared with $1.63 million or $0.57 per diluted share in third quarter 2012. The decrease in net income for the quarter was primarily attributed to the decline in revenue from the company's mortgage banking operations. Highlights for the nine months ended September 30, 2013: *Net interest income was $12.48 million compared with $11.75 million for the prior year period, an increase of 6%. *Total non-interest income rose to $8.35 million compared with $7.61 million for the prior year period, an increase of 10%. *For the first nine months of 2013, net income was $3.93 million or $1.36 per diluted share compared with $4.05million or $1.41 per diluted share for the first nine months of 2012. "Interest rate fluctuations affected all national mortgage lenders this quarter, and we too experienced the slowdown in mortgage refinancing activity that was triggered by increased interest rates," Becker said. "To reduce our sensitivity to rate adjustments, our mortgage banking unit has made significant progress during the quarter on transitioning from a refinance-based national mortgage origination platform to becoming a preferred home purchase lender. During this quarter, 51% of the mortgages we closed were for home purchases, compared to 12% in third quarter 2012." Becker also noted, "Our commercial lending teams continue to have great success in growing their loan portfolios by increasing the number and types of borrowers while achieving a balanced and diversified mix of loans. Our expanding loan portfolio fuels growth in interest income and non-interest income. Additionally, our teams are focused on building non-interest bearing deposit account relationships, which not only offers the company an attractive low-cost source of funding but also demonstrates our ability to build more robust banking relationships." Third Quarter Income Statement Highlights For the quarter ended September 30, 2013, net interest income was $4.36 million, up 13% from $3.86 million in third quarter 2012. The increase in net interest income is a result of both an increase in interest income from loan growth and a decrease in interest expense. "We have taken measured steps to grow the balance sheet in ways that will yield a positive outcome in net interest income in future periods," Becker said. "Our significant loan growth in the third quarter will lead to expanded interest income, while continued deposit repricing will have a favorable impact on interest expense." Total noninterest expense in third quarter 2013 was $5.14 million compared with $4.11 million in third quarter 2012. Increased salaries and benefits expense reflected continued investment in experienced talent in commercial banking, compliance, finance and mortgage lending. Net income was $727,000 or $0.25 per diluted share compared with $1.63 million or $0.57 per diluted share for the quarter September 30, 2012. The decrease in net income was attributed to the decrease in revenue from mortgage banking activities. Revenue from mortgage banking activities decreased from $3.21 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2012 to $1.30 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2013. Balance Sheet, Deposit Growth, Loan Activity and Asset Quality Highlights The company's total assets were $738.52 million at September 30, 2013, up 18% from $627.68 million at September 30, 2012. Total deposits were a record $636.65 million at September 30, 2013 compared with $522.66 million at September 30, 2012. Loans receivable after allowance for loan losses were $434.17 million at September 30, 2013 compared with $348.84 million at September 30, 2012, with the portfolio reflecting the strong growth in commercial lending. Commercial real estate loans receivable were $121.03 million at September 30, 2013 compared with $78.27 million a year ago, and commercial and industrial loans receivable totals grew to $47.37 million compared with $10.81 million a year ago. Commercial loans comprised 39% of the loan portfolio excluding mortgages held for sale at September 30, 2013 compared with 25% at September 30, 2012. Loan and asset quality remained strong, with non-performing loans at September 30, 2013 declining to $2.66 million from $8.97 million at September 30, 2012. Non-performing loans to total loans was 0.61% in third quarter 2013 compared with 2.55% in third quarter 2012. The loan loss allowance to total loans receivable was 1.26% at September 30, 2013. Capital Position The bank and holding company continue to exceed all regulatory capital requirements, with a Tier 1 leverage ratio of 8.36% at the bank and 8.42% at the holding company. Outlook Becker concluded, "We are committed to growing the First Internet Bank brand, which continues to be well received by a growing base of satisfied consumer and commercial customers. Our focus on asset quality has been enhanced by our investment in expanding our credit, compliance and risk management capabilities. We are solidly dedicated to building the company's value to our customers and our shareholders." About First Internet Bancorp First Internet Bancorp (NASDAQ: INBK) became the parent company of First Internet Bank of Indiana in 2006. About First Internet Bank First Internet Bank of Indiana opened for business in 1999 as the first state-chartered, FDIC-insured institution to operate solely via the Internet and has customers in all 50 states. Deposit services include checking accounts, regular and money market savings accounts with industry-leading interest rates, CDs and IRAs. First Internet Bank also offers consumer loans, conforming mortgages, jumbo mortgages, home equity loans and lines of credit, and commercial loans. Safe Harbor Statement This press release may contain forward-looking statements with respect to the financial condition, results of operations, plans, objectives, future performance or business of the company. Forward-looking statements are generally identifiable by the use of words such as "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "plan," "intend," "estimate," "may," "will," "would," "could," "should" or other similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are not a guarantee of future performance or results, are based on information available at the time the statements are made and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the information in the forward-looking statements. Factors that may cause such differences include: failures or interruptions in our information systems; growth in our commercial lending activities; declines in market values of our investments; technological obsolescence; our possible need for additional capital resources in the future; competition; loss of key members of management; fluctuations in interest rates; inadequate allowance for loan losses; risks relating to consumer lending; our dependence on capital distributions from the bank; our ability to maintain growth in our mortgage lending business; a decline in the mortgage loan markets or real estate markets; risks associated with the regulation of financial institutions; changes in regulatory capital requirements and other matters discussed in the press release. For a further list and description of such risks and uncertainties, see our periodic reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. We disclaim any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be set forth in our periodic reports. Financial Tables Follow First Internet Bancorp Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) (in thousands) September 30, September 30, 2013 2012 Assets Cash and due from banks $ 2,048 $ 1,910 Interest-bearing demand deposits 24,281 22,264 Total cash and cash equivalents 26,329 24,174 Interest-bearing time deposits 2,500 - Securities available for sale - at fair 216,662 171,323 value Loans held for sale 18,309 55,490 Loans receivable - net of allowance for loan 434,167 348,839 losses Accrued interest receivable 2,810 2,263 Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis stock 2,943 2,943 Cash surrender value of life insurance 11,835 11,442 Premises and equipment, net 6,742 853 Goodwill 4,687 4,687 Other real estate owned 5,381 553 Other assets 6,153 5,111 Total assets $ 738,518 $ 627,678 Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity Liabilities Non-interest bearing deposits $ 14,541 $ 12,072 Interest-bearing deposits 622,112 510,587 Total deposits 636,653 522,659 Advances from Federal Home Loan Bank 31,767 40,658 Subordinated debt 2,767 - Accrued interest payable 81 98 Accrued expenses and other liabilities 5,376 3,568 Total liabilities 676,644 566,983 Shareholders' Equity Voting common stock 42,037 41,366 Retained earnings 21,500 16,949 Accumulated other comprehensive income / (1,663 ) 2,380 (loss) Total shareholders' equity 61,874 60,695 Total liabilities and shareholders' equity $ 738,518 $ 627,678 First Internet Bancorp Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income (Unaudited) (in thousands) Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended September 30, September 30, 2013 2012 2013 2012 Interest Income Loans $ 5,170 $ 4,951 $ 15,073 $ 14,464 Securities – taxable 825 656 2,211 2,514 Securities – 447 424 1,146 1,269 non-taxable Total interest income 6,442 6,031 18,430 18,247 Interest Expense Deposits 1,758 1,828 5,042 5,475 Other borrowed funds 329 342 904 1,019 Total interest expense 2,087 2,170 5,946 6,494 Net Interest Income 4,355 3,861 12,484 11,753 Provision/(Credit) for (57 ) 974 101 2,108 Loan Losses Net Interest Income After 4,412 2,887 12,383 9,645 Provision/(Credit) for Loan Losses Noninterest Income Service charges and 177 162 515 523 fees Mortgage banking 1,299 3,206 7,767 6,991 activities Other-than-temporary - (112 ) (49 ) (204 ) impairment loss Gain (loss) on sale of 97 - (69 ) 49 securities Gain (loss) on asset (34 ) 113 (121 ) (37 ) disposals Other 102 100 304 290 Total noninterest 1,641 3,469 8,347 7,612 income Noninterest Expense Salaries and employee 2,512 2,161 7,737 6,066 benefits Marketing, advertising 562 278 1,389 1,010 and promotion Professional services 577 438 1,791 1,037 Data processing 247 214 693 682 Loan expenses 209 381 574 869 Net occupancy expenses 534 315 1,468 1,092 Deposit insurance 85 122 313 341 premium Other 414 200 1,263 687 Total noninterest 5,140 4,109 15,228 11,784 expense Income Before Income 913 2,247 5,502 5,473 Taxes Income Tax Provision 186 621 1,575 1,421 Net Income $ 727 $ 1,626 $ 3,927 $ 4,052 Income Per Share of Common Stock Basic $ 0.25 $ 0.57 $ 1.36 $ 1.41 Diluted $ 0.25 $ 0.57 $ 1.36 $ 1.41 Weighted-Average Number of Common Shares Outstanding Basic 2,890,369 2,870,680 2,888,274 2,867,769 Diluted 2,903,816 2,870,680 2,889,039 2,867,769 Dividends Declared Per 0.06 - 0.16 - Share Contact: First Internet Bancorp Paula Deemer, 317-428-4628 firstname.lastname@example.com
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Fair to say this has not been the best week of Brandon Knight's basketball life.
In a Sunday night instant, the Pistons guard found himself on the wrong end of powerful, stupendous, and utterly authoritative executed lob dunk by Clippers center DeAndre Jordan.
In a minute, Twitter became a night at the Improv with the sports world cracking itself up. A minute later, all corners of the internet joined in. Some of the visual gags were rather creative with this drawing standing out as my personal funny bone favorite.
Knight's Wikipedia page gained a new entry: "On March 10, 2013 Knight died in a game vs. the Los Angeles Clippers. The cause of death was determined to be DeAndre Jordan."
At least Knight took it all in stride even as the backyard hoops culture turned him into a punch line despite being around 8 inches and 80 pounds lighter than the 7-foot Jordan. Despite doing, what every coach at every level would love to see - a player sticking his nose into the fray even when outsized by a charging foe.
That's where this story goes fundamentally wrong.
Yahoo's Adrian Wojnarowski writes, "The message is clear to players everywhere, on every level: Run away. Hide. Don't try to take the charge. Don't try to disrupt the play. There's no reward. This is how backward the basketball culture has become, how twisted the value system."
This leads to a curious comment coming out of Monday's Wizards practice perhaps typifying the misguided coast-to-coast response.
As J. Michael reported on Monday, John Wall shared his thoughts upon waking to the dunk that shook the basketball world.
"That's what I woke up to," Wall said of seeing the replays Monday morning. "That's why you don't help side sometimes. I feel for anybody that's in that situation. You're doing what you're supposed to, but he just got caught in a bad situation."
Something tells me Wall's old school coach, Randy Wittman, would not agree with seemingly any rationale for not helping on defense when appropriate. It's worth nothing that for the most part the Wizards, top-10 defensively throughout much of this season, have bought into whatever ball-stopping rationale Wittman's been selling.
Seeing as Washington's point guard missed the live jocular overnight fun when Knight went from being a help defender to being helped up back to his feet, perhaps this was Wall's in the moment thought, his shot at cracking wise.
Let's hope so, because in this increasingly style over substance NBA world, it would be unfortunate otherwise.


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- Locations & Hours
- Statesville Main Library
- Harmony Branch Library
- J. Hoyt Hayes Memorial Troutman Branch Library
- Your Library Card
- Apply for a library card
- Check your library account
- Renew your books
- Sign up for Library Elf
- Library Directory
- Library Services
- Interlibrary Loan
- Meeting Rooms
- Library Policies
Library Policies
Library Card Policy
The purpose of the Iredell County Public Library's circulation policy is:
- To help residents of Iredell County easily and conveniently borrow books, audios, videos and other material from the library's collection.
- To protect public property shared by all residents of Iredell County.
Confidentiality of Library User Records
The Iredell County Public Library maintains the confidentiality of library user records. The library does not disclose any information about a patrons account or use of the library, including items charged to a patrons card, items requested by a patron, any questions directed to library staff, or any use of library computers including time and dates used or use of the Internet. This confidentiality also includes all materials used in-house, for which certain identifying information may be kept for statistical purposes.
Such records are not to be made available to any person or agency including agencies of state, federal or local government except pursuant to subpoena court order or where otherwise required by law.
Exceptions: Information about items currently checked out to a library user's account may be made available in the following instances:
- To the parent of a minor under age eighteen.
- To any person whom the library user has given written permission to obtain such information. A valid Library Card or valid picture ID is required each time an inquiry is made about this account by anyone other than the cardholder.
- In response to a subpoena, court order or where otherwise required by law. Any request from law enforcement officers should be referred to the Library Director or Assistant Director.
BASIS OF POLICY: North Carolina State Statute § 125-18 & §125-19.
Application for Library Card
Users must complete and sign a Library User Agreement to open a library account and receive a library card. Applicants age 17 and younger must have a completed application form signed by a parent or legal guardian.
Forms of Identification for Application
A current and valid photo ID must be presented to apply for a library card. This includes:
If the applicant does not have photo ID with the their current address, a library card will be mailed to the patron. Patron whose cards are mailed may check out three items before they receive their card.
Minors under age 18 must have a parent or legal guardian present driver's license or photo identification card showing their current address issued by the United States Government or a State Government when applying for a library card. The parent or legal guardian must sign the application for the minor. The parent or legal guardian signing the form is responsible for all items checked out to the minor's card.
Users under age 18 who are legally emancipated from their parents are eligible to apply for a card if they can present driver's license or photo identification card showing their current address issued by the United States Government or a State Government and court documents declaring they are legally emancipated from their parents.
Use of a library card
A valid Iredell County Public Library card is required to borrow materials from the library or use a public access computer. The cardholder should sign his or her library card before it may be used.
Non-residents of Iredell County may purchase a guest pass to use a public access computer if they present a valid current photo ID specified in "Forms of Identification for Application."
Patrons are discouraged from allowing other individuals use their library card. If someone besides the card holder uses the library card, the card owner bears full responsibility for all items or fees charged to their card, unless the card is reported lost or stolen as defined below.
Number of library cards
A patron may have no more than one active card at any time. Patrons who have lost their card should obtain a replacement. If a patron is found to have more than one card, the most recent card issued will be valid and all other cards will be declared invalid.
Patron responsibilities
By signing the Library User Agreement the patron agrees:
- To sign the Library Card
- To abide by all library policies.
- To pay all overdue fines for materials charged to their card.
- To pay for any lost materials charged to their card.
- To assume full responsibility for items charged to their card. If a patron allows another individual to use their card or to borrow items that are charged to their card, the card owner bears full responsibility for all items or fees charged to their card.
- To promptly report lost or stolen cards.
- To promptly report any change of address.
- That they have read Iredell County Code Sec. 6.5-1 and agree to comply with its provisions.
Failure to comply with these responsibilities may result in the suspension of borrowing privileges.
Lost cards
Patrons should report immediately when their card has been lost or stolen. There is a $2.00 charge for the replacement of a lost or stolen card.
Patrons will not be held responsible for materials charged to their card if the card has been reported stolen or lost. All materials charged to a card prior to its being reported stolen or lost are the responsibility of the patron.
Patrons must present a valid picture ID when getting a replacement card.
Minors under age 18 may obtain a replacement card by verifying pertinent information such as date of birth, address, phone number, etc.
Damaged cards
Damaged cards should be returned to the library for replacement. There is no charge for replacement of a damaged card.
Patrons with Inactive Cards
If a card is not used for a period of five years, the patron's card is declared inactive. Patrons with inactive cards must apply for a new card following the same requirements as a first-time applicant.
Non-Resident Annual Fee for Library Card
There is a $20.00 annual fee for a library card for persons who do not live in Iredell County or do not own property in Iredell County. The fee must be paid annually when the library card is renewed. The fee is nonrefundable.
Institutional Cards
Institutions such as assisted living centers, group homes, or childcare facilities may apply for an institutional card. Applications for institutional cards are mailed to applicants to confirm correct address. An application for an institutional card must be signed by an individual that has legal authority to sign agreements for the institution. The institution is responsible for all items charged to the institutional card.
Borrowing Materials
The Iredell County Public Library aims to provide and promote the greatest possible use of its collection of books, recordings and other items by the residents of Iredell County. Therefore, the library's policies are intended to provide convenient and quick access to the collection. However, as a steward of public resources, the library also must enforce reasonable policies for insuring that its resources are equally available to all library users and protected from loss, theft, or vandalism. The purpose of the library's policy is to balance these two goals.
A valid Iredell County Public Library card issued by must be presented each time items are borrowed from the library.
Borrowing Guidelines by Material Type
Loan Period
Late Fee
Maximum Late Fee per item
Maximum Items Charged to a Card
Books (Hardcover and paperback)
21 days
25¢ per day
New Books
14 days
25¢ per day
Audio Recordings (Books on CD, Playaways, etc.)
14 days
25¢ per day
eBooks eAudio
14 days
No late fees
No late fees
Borrowing Limits
Patrons may have no more than up to fifty items charged to their account at one time.
The library may limit the number of items that may be borrowed due to demand. A patron may also be restricted from borrowing all items in a particular subject area or by a particular author.
Blocks on Use of Card
"Block on Use of Card" means that a patron may not check out any items from the library until the block is resolved. A library card is blocked from use under these circumstances:
- Expired Card-Cards are valid for a period of one year. Cards may be renewed annually if all charges for lost items have been paid and the card has an outstanding balance of $0.00. Cards that have expired may not be used until they are renewed.
- Unpaid Balance-A card is blocked if a patron has unpaid fines and fees equaling or exceeding $10.00. Other blocks are unaffected by the payment of fines and fees. Cards blocked for exceeding the $10.00 limit must have all outstanding fines paid and the balance reduced to $0.00 before the block is removed.
- Lost Items-A card is blocked if a patron has any lost items charged to their card. The patron must pay for all lost items before the block on the use of the card is removed. Other blocks are unaffected by payment for lost items.
- The patron has been banned from the library for violating library policies.
Loan of Non-Circulating Materials
The library does not normally loan non-circulating items such as reference materials, magazines, newspapers, microforms, etc. Such materials may be loaned in rare occasions only with the approval of the Library Director, Assistant Library Director or the Reference Librarian. Items from the Local History Room may be loaned with the approval of the Local History Librarian. In such an exception, one non-circulating item may be loaned for a period not to exceed 24 hours. This privilege is available to residents of Iredell County only.
Renewing Materials
Patrons may renew items for two additional loan periods if there are no other patrons who have reserved the item. All other borrowing policies apply to renewals. If there are reserves on the item, it may not be renewed.
Items may be renewed only for one additional loan period. In rare instances, the Library Director, the Assistant Director or the Circulation Manager may prevent a patron from borrowing an item if a patron is repeatedly borrowing the same item, thereby preventing other users from having reasonable access to the item.
In person
To renew an item in person, the user should bring the items to be renewed to the check-out desk. If the items are not present, they may still be renewed by presenting a library card with the items on it to a staff member. A printed receipt with the new due date will given at that time.
Using the library catalog or web site
To renew an item using the library catalog, the user should login to their account under "My Account" on the library catalog. Users may access the catalog on any public computer in the library or from the Iredell County Public Library website at www.iredell.lib.nc.us. Users must enter their library account number and their PIN number to renew items. User should be responsible for noting the new due date. Due dates can be checked at any time using "My Account" on the library catalog.
Telephone renewal
Users may renew items by telephone using the library's automated telephone system. They should have their library card number available, as well as the titles of all items to be renewed.
Patrons may reserve items that are currently checked out. Reserves may be placed at the Checkout Desk, by telephone, or directly by patrons through the library's on-line computer catalog.
In the event there is more than one patron reserve for an item, reserves are placed on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Patrons accessing the library's catalog through the Internet may request that items that are checked out be reserved for them.
When a reserved item becomes available, the patron is notified that the item is available. The patron has seven days from the notification date to pick up the reserve. If the patron does not pick up the item by the date given, the item is then passed on the next patron on the reserve list or, if there is no other reserve, returned to the shelf.
A patron may have no more than twenty items on reserve at any one time.
Returning Materials
Items should be returned to the library by their due date. The library has an outside book-drop that is open twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.
Inter-Library Loan items should not be placed in the book-drop but returned inside the library to prevent damage.
Items returned to the book-drop by the opening hour of the library for that day are counted as being returned on the previous day.
Late fees
The following late fees are in effect as provided Iredell County Code Sec. 6.5-1.
|Loan Period
Overdue Charges
Maximum Overdue Charge per item
Books (Hardcover and paperback)
21 days
25¢ per day
New Books
14 days
25¢ per day
Audio Recordings (Books on CD, Playaways, etc.)
21 days
25¢ per day
eBooks and eAudio
14 days
No overdue charges
No overdue charges
Late notices
Notices of late materials and unpaid fees are provided to library users as a courtesy. A user is responsible for all late fees and lost items charged to his or her card whether or not a notice was sent to or received by the user. Notices are provided according to the following schedule:
Days after item due
1st notice (telephone call)
2 days
2nd notice (telephone call)
5 days
3rd notice (telephone call)
10 days
Billing Notice (mailed)
21 days
Telephone notices
Users with late items are notified through an automated telephone messaging system. The system automatically calls users two days after their items were due, five days after the item was due, and ten days after the item was due. The automated system will leave messages on answering machines and voice mail systems. Users are responsible for all late items and late fees charged to their account whether or not the automated telephone message was received.
Blocks on patron accounts
A patron's account is blocked and no additional items will be charged to the account if:
- The patron owes more than $10.00 in unpaid fines or fees.
- Any items with a lost status are charged to the card.
- The patron has knowingly provided false information for their record.
Lost Items
An item is declared lost if:
If a patron has an item on their record that has been declared lost, the item must be resolved before additional items can be borrowed. The library will not accept donations in place of paying for the cost of a lost item.
Refunds for lost items returned
Patrons may receive a refund for lost and paid item for is returned to the library in good condition along with the receipt for the payment. An original receipt of payment for the lost item is required for a refund. Refunds are not made for materials after 30 days. Any late fees up for the lost item to the maximum late fee of $5.00 will be deducted from the refund.
Refunds are not made at the time the material is returned. Refunds are processed by the County Finance Department and checks are mailed to recipients.
Damaged materials
If an item is damaged but still usable, there is in no charge to the patron. If the item is damaged beyond repair and cannot be returned to the collection, the patron is responsible for the full cost of the item. The Circulation Manager will determine if the items is still usable.
Patron disputes lost status
If a patron disputes that an item charged to their card is lost, claiming that the item has been returned or that they never borrowed the item, the library will clear their record of up to three (3) lost items. This is a lifetime limit and is not limited by time period; the three items may be lost over a period of time or at one time.
Example: A patron has one lost item in July 2009, one lost item in March 2011 and one lost item in January 2014. They have reached the three-item limit. The next item declared lost cannot be cleared if disputed.
Example: A patron has five items declared lost. They have exceeded the three-item limit. The three most expensive of the five items will be cleared from the patron's record. They are responsible for the other two items, and for any additional items declared lost in the future.
Waiving late fees or charges for lost items
The Library Director, Assistant Director or Circulation Manager may waive late fees or lost items under special circumstances. Special circumstances may include (but are not restricted to):
- Loss due to fire, flood, accident or other similar disaster or accident.
- Death of a family member.
- Serious illness or injury.
- Any other special circumstance in the judgment of the Library Director, Assistant Director or Circulation Manager.
Exceptions to circulation policies
The Library Director, Assistant Director or Circulation Manager may grant an exception to any Circulation Policy due to special circumstances.
Internet Use Agreement
All users accessing the Internet through the library must agree to abide by the following rules:
Adopted by the Iredell County Board of Commissioners 3/17/02
Public Wireless Network Policy
By using ICPL's wireless network, you agree with the following conditions:
- The user assumes all responsibility for the use of the Library's wireless network.
- The Library does not guarantee that all devices will be compatible with our wireless network.
- The Library's wireless network is not encrypted. Information sent from or to your device could be intercepted by anyone else with a wireless device and the appropriate software.
- The library is not responsible for any financial loss, interception of private information, infection with viruses or malware, or any other harm you may have while using the library's wireless network. We advise you to avoid sending sensitive information, such as online purchases or online banking, on any public wireless network.
- Wireless users requiring sound must use headphones so as not to disturb others.
- Please be considerate of other library users and refrain from displaying materials that might reasonably be considered objectionable. The library uses content filtering software on the public wireless network in compliance with the Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA). Users of the Wi-Fi network are responsible for complying with CIPA. Violations of CIPA on the library's Wi-Fi network may result in suspension of access to the network.
- Users of the public wireless network are prohibited from gaining unauthorized access to other computer systems, damaging or attempting to damage equipment or software; interfering with system operations, integrity or security; gaining unauthorized access to another person's files, and/or sending harassing messages to other computer users.
- Violations of this policy may result in restrictions on library use.
Library Behavior Policy
It is the policy of the Iredell County Public Library to offer the full range of library service to all residents of the community, regardless of age, sex, race or ethnicity, religion, economic status, etc. It is the intent of the library to provide its services with a minimum of regulations and restrictions, adopting only those which are absolutely essential to the library's operation.
The library recognizes that the users of the library are in fact the owners of the library. As users and owners, the public has certain expectations of the library. These include an outstanding collection of library materials; pleasant, attractive surroundings; and courteous, efficient and effective service.
Library users have a right to assume that visits to the library will be free from harassment, physical discomfort, danger, and psychological stress. The library staff has the same rights. Each member of the staff should be able to do his/her work free of harassment, abuse, discomfort, and undue psychological stress.
The rights of both the public and the staff are sometimes violated by the attitudes and behavior of a very small number of persons. Therefore, it shall be the library's policy to maintain a quiet, pleasant environment conductive to serious study as well as casual use. To assure the successful implementation of this policy, unacceptable behavior includes, but is not limited to:
Minor Violations
Major Violations
Enforcement of Library Behavior Policy
Persons who violate any of these policies will be addressed in the following manner:
Minor Violations
Major Violations
If criminal behavior is involved, law enforcement authorities will be notified immediately. Repeat violators of these minor violations, or any persons who commit major violations, will be subject to exclusion from the library premises. Decisions to exclude persons from library property will be made by the Library Director or the assistant Library Director. Persons may be temporarily banned by the supervisor in charge during evening or weekend operation. It is unlawful for any person to fail to leave library property after being asked to leave. Criminal behavior will be prosecuted under the law.
G.S. 14-76 Larceny, mutilation, or destruction or public records and papers.
G.S. 14-127 Willful and wanton injury to real property.
G. S. 14-132 Disorderly conduct in and injuries to public buildings and facilities.
G. S. 14-190.9 Indecent exposure
G. S. 14-269 Carrying concealed weapons
G. S. 14-277.1 Communicating threats.
G. S. 14-398 Theft or destruction of property of public libraries, museums, etc.


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Grandville Branch News
Photography Contest!
Reading Around Town
Photography Contest and Exhibition
A Fundraiser for Pennies for Peace
The Grandville Library is holding a photography contest in conjunction with Grandville Reads! One Book, One Community. Simply take a photo of someone reading in Grandville and turn it in to the library.
The top five winners will be selected by local professional photographers, with the top winner selected by community voting at the library and the Taste of Grandville.
Community members will vote with pennies for their favorite photograph, and all proceeds will go to Pennies for Peace.
Pennies for Peace is an organization that builds schools in Pakistan and Afghanistan and the subject of Three Cups of Tea, the book selection for Grandville Reads!
Complete details and the entry form are available here.Back to branch page


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Smile by orlibraorliWatch
©2012-2015 orlibraorli
Mischievous expression <3
oh gosh, so beautiful eyes
Like dat eyes :3
This reminds me of Scooter
I really love this! I really like the black and white, it makes the picture really stand out.
Stunning O.O Love the eyes too
You're welcome!! Are you a model by any chance? Cose you look so much like you should be doing modelling o.o
Yes, but for now I'm not in any modeling agency
Thats so cool, but how come you're not in any at the moment? Haha when I saw that picture I was like thinking o.O you look like you walked out of a Vogue magazine or something xD
really like the model
This is fantastic! The lighting is beautiful and expression captivating. Well done!


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November 27, 2015
ATLANTA (AP) -- Georgia Secretary of State Brian Kemp says the continuing uncertainty in the Republican primary race could mean that Georgia gets to play a bigger role in selecting the party nominee than originally expected.
As the state with the most delegates at stake in the March 6 Super Tuesday contests, Kemp says it's likely Georgia will be the focus of the candidates and election watchers on that day.
The state in the fall considered moving its primary up prior to Super Tuesday to have more influence, but ultimately decided against violating Republican National Committee wishes. If Georgia had moved its primary up, party rules say it would have been stripped of half its Republican delegates.
Kemp says having all 76 of its delegates makes Georgia an important prize for candidates.
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In Belgium's Strawberry Fields, Perfection's in the Picking
Despite stiff competition, the Wépion growers maintain a strong hold on their small share of the regional strawberry market.
Despite stiff competition, the Wépion growers maintain a strong hold on their small share of the regional strawberry market.
By MITCHEL ZOLER
By ELAINE GLUSAC
More than just places to rest your head, these properties in Paris, Vienna and other cities offer a sense of community.
By EVAN RAIL
At these four restaurants in and near Belgium's capital, beer serves a dual role for diners.
By INGRID K. WILLIAMS
Years ago, Antwerp established itself as a fashion hub, but this stylish city's creativity extends far beyond clothes.
By SETH KUGEL
During three long weekends in Barcelona, Berlin and Brussels, the Frugal Traveler saw as many performing arts shows as he could. The catch? Each show had to cost less than 20 euros.
By SETH KUGEL
When is eating French fries a job? When the Frugal Traveler is in Brussels, and he goes in search of a deep-fried taste of the Belgian capital's culture.
By CHRISTOPHER HALL
In this flourishing Belgian city, a dramatic waterfront museum is helping drive the latest neighborhood transformation.
By INGRID K. WILLIAMS
More than quiet medieval canals and cobbled lanes, this city offers ambitious restaurants, new and renovated museums and, after dark, cozy pubs selling rare Belgian beers.
By AMY M. THOMAS
Exploring three centuries of chocolate history in three days.
By GISELA WILLIAMS
From vintage reproductions made just for you to avant garde designs only available here, this small Belgian city can be a shopper's dream.
By MATT GOULDING and MATT BEAN
The cloistered Trappist breweries of Belgium are being joined by a crop of cutting-edge breweries and welcoming beer bars.


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Matt Carlino transferring from Brigham Young
Matt Carlino is off to yet another destination.
The BYU junior is leaving the school, seeking transfer to one more university with one year left of eligibility. Brigham Young announced the transfer Tuesday evening. Carlino is on track to graduate this spring from BYU, meaning he'll qualify as a one-year graduate student transfer. He will not have to sit out next season.
He'll also be one of the most coveted transfers on the market.
"I'm grateful for the opportunity coach Rose and his staff have given me," Carlino said in a statement. "I'm also grateful for my teammates, professors and advisors for making my time at BYU such a great experience and for helping me grow so much as a person. Thank you to the fans that have given me so much support. I feel very blessed that I was able to represent BYU."
Carlino originally was an Indiana commit coming out of high school, Arcadia, Ariz. He eventually switched to UCLA. But then opted to leave UCLA before ever playing a game there, enrolling at BYU in 2010. Carlino averaged 13.7 points and 4.3 assists this past season.
"We're really grateful for Matt's contribution to the success of our program over the last three years," Cougars coach Dave Rose said. "We wish Matt and his family the very best in their future endeavors. Matt was a great teammate and will be missed by the coaching staff and players."
BYU went 23-12 this season and fell as a No. 10 seed in the Round of 64 to Oregon. BYU notes Carlino leaves as a top-10 player in assists, steals and 3-pointers.