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2012 Subaru WRX Hatchback Road Test and Review
2012 Subaru WRX Hatchback: Introduction
For a performance car whose main appeal and success has come from the younger (and for some reason backward baseball cap wearing) segment of the buying public, the 2012 Subaru WRX hatchback has what amounts to one of the most pitiful standard audio systems we have experienced in a car at this price. At even moderate volumes the sound inevitably dissolves into enough obnoxious buzzing that you may become convinced that a swarm of bees has taken up residence in the door panels.
Either Subaru needs to redesign their standard 6-speaker audio system (with USB/iPod integration, CD and XM, Sirius pre-wiring) or savvy buyers will need to fork out the extra cash for the upgraded 10-speaker premium unit that comes with the optional in-dash navigation system (a $2,000 option). It is available with every WRX model barring the base version so it will push your out the door price very close to $30,000 mark but seriously, AC/Delco GM radios in the 1970's radios were about as fun to listen to as the base WRX's stereo system.
Now, we apologize for just bringing up the 2012 Subaru WRX's one real Achilles Heel (besides the fact that it did not move over the new platform introduced with the mainstream 2012 Impreza that just launched), but you can always just decide to simply evel in the glorious warble that the 2.5 liter 265 horsepower horizontally opposed "boxer" 4-cylinder turbo emits as you approach the reverberating thrum of redline.
But to our way of thinking, driving a serious hot hatch like this requires driving music to go along with that perfect stretch of tarmac. Other options like leather upholstery in the top of the line Limited model can wait for when you get a junior executive cubicle but with the 2012 Subaru WRX we feel there needs to be a sound system as capable as this car's very unique engine and proven all-wheel drive system.
Now, everyone knows Subaru has built a reputation for its all-weather capability but did you know that they are the only mainstream car company besides Porsche which still builds engines with cylinders that are "horizontally opposed?" No, they don't belong to opposing political parties which means the pistons in the cylinders would appear to be punching at each other like boxing gloves when looked at from above.
Hence this is also one of the reasons that this engine also has been known as a "Boxer" engine but part of that could also stem from the throatily macho thrum these motors tend to make. The main benefit of this engine design is the fact that they are not as tall as other motors and can thereby be mounted lower in the engine compartment thereby improving handling. But a lower center of gravity and the laws of physics are only part of what makes Subaru models like the WRX so fun to drive. Have we mentioned the turbo yet? If not, we will.
2012 Subaru WRX Hatchback Road Test and Review
2012 Subaru WRX Hatchback: Exterior
Now, we don't want to get any WRX owners angry enough to attack Autobytel headquarters with pitchforks and torches, but has Subaru ever built a single one that was ever actually considered to be pretty or handsome? Usually they come out bug eyed, freakish and out of proportion which is why the 2012 Impreza, what with its casual stylishness, seemed like it would make for a great WRX line RIGHT NOW! But perhaps Subaru's sports car engineers were busy with their recently launched joint project with Toyota/Scion that Fuji Heavy Industries (Subaru's parent company) is simply calling the BR-Z.
So even though Subaru is replacing the Impreza with a totally restyled model for 2012, the company saw fit to give its hot hatch icon a wider track, more aggressive wheel arch flares, an angrier front fascia and a serious injection of visual bad ass during the last model year. A 5-door 2012 Subaru WRX like our blue tester essentially now looks like a Venice Beach steroid cautionary tale as a result but just as with our favorite Finnish Rally Car Drivers, we like a Subaru WRX to look mean, ornery and to be the visual antithesis of a slick and shiny VW GTI.
2012 Subaru WRX Hatchback Road Test and Review
2012 Subaru WRX Hatchback: Interior
Despite the subpar audio quality from the standard 6-speaker audio system, the interior of our base model 2012 Subaru WRX 5-door hatchback ($25,695 to start) felt expertly assembled from materials that were spare, simple and utilitarian but what do you want from Subaru? A headliner lovingly covered in Chenille and seats made from the finest Bavarian cowhides that were softened by trained artisans over a grueling 3 month treatment process? No, the WRX has simple cloth sport seats that are comfortable and are meant to hold you in place during illegal maneuvers around town.
Our WRX came standard with a five-speed manual transmission, 17-inch alloy wheels with summer tires, automatic climate control, Bluetooth, power windows, door locks and mirrors, aluminum alloy pedal covers, USB/iPod integration and a leather wrapped sport steering wheel with cruise and audio controls. The interior layout was simple and some have said "unimaginative" but when you really only came to drive the car does it matter how visually stimulating the dashboard is?
Considering the performance on offer from the 2012 Subaru WRX (especially its improved handling due to a revised suspension set-up that debuted with the 2011 model), this all-weather performance hatchback still stacks up as a pretty good deal. Just check with your insurance agent about the cost of your premiums if you happen to be under 25 of age as rates could then be prohibitively expensive. The 2012 Subaru WRX is a quick car and trouble will one day find you and haul you to traffic court should you buy one. It is a car that is difficult to resist.
The dashboard design and gauge cluster appearance (which does glow a sporty red) was very simple in appearance much like you would find in a Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart, which is another admittedly less well known rival performance car that does compete with the WRX in price and power. But the Subaru's interior differs from the Lancer's cabin in that the Subie's plastics don't scratch at the first sign of a dog's toenail or heaven help you—a work boot!
So while the 2012 Subaru WRX may not have an interior that will inspire and amaze for its revolutionary design flourishes, it is roomy enough for four adults and the hatchback body style is very handy. Also, all of the controls and switches are straightforward and easy to use. Also consider the fact that the sedan variant has a rather minute 11.3 cubic foot trunk while the hatch offers 19 cubic feet behind the second row and that this figure can grow to 44.4 cubic feet when you fold the 60/40 split rear seats. So given all of that extra utility it is easy to see that the 5-door WRX variant is the smarter buy.
2012 Subaru WRX Hatchback Road Test and Review
2012 Subaru WRX Hatchback: Driving Impressions and Safety
Only once you are safely ensconced behind the wheel of the 2012 Subaru WRX and you start up the engine will you finally see what makes this unique sporting icon so special. The WRX drives, steers, sounds and feels like no other hot hatch that tries to compete with it and it is that free thinking spirit that makes it compelling. It's not for everyone but then the most interesting cars always build their reputations based on their one of a kind spirit and not how well they followed the herd.
For starters, the 2.5 liter 265 horsepower/244 lb. feet of torque turbocharged 4-cylinder emits a throaty rumble at low revs which surprisingly sounds well suppressed from a noise perspective at cruising speeds. But once you near the redline this low slung 4-cylinder becomes another beast entirely, emitting a beastly roar one might only ever hear coming out of the mouth of a and surly Home Depot employee who had a 6-pack of Bud Light, half a hot dog and a Tic-Tac for breakfast. Yes, you hear the WRX's engine but this is a sports car so the noise it makes was never meant to whisper a dainty warning that it might just kick your ass if you keep pressing the accelerator pedal to the floor.
One of the biggest complaints that WRX loyalists had about the pre-2011 facelift WRX version was that the suspension felt too soft and that there was far too much body roll. Well, after taking an ex-owner of a 2009 WRX for a ride, he confirmed for us that this problem had been solved. We took him at his word thanks to this 2012 WRX's knack for flat cornering at ludicrously high cornering speeds which made for a low stress drive for all in the car that day.
Also, if you live in a part of the country that has rain, ice and snow (meaning anywhere but Southern California), then you will no doubt appreciate the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system which usually divides power 50:50 front and back but can apportion up to 100% to the opposite set. We didn't have any bad weather during out test time with the WRX but the benefits of this system were apparent even on dry roads.
Steering feel was nicely weighted and there was no unfortunate tugging at the wheel under hard acceleration like you get in turbocharged MINI Cooper S models and the MazdaSpeed3. But then it's not quite as finely weighted as a VW GTI's steering or as direct as the unit in a 2012 FIAT 500 Abarth that we recently drove. It's odd that all of these hot hatchbacks use turbocharged engines yet due to unique suspensions, interiors and engineering decisions, they couldn't be more different to live with and drive each day.
Only the 2011 VW GTI is easier to live with on a day to day basis than the WRX thanks to its greater refinement and smoother 6-speed manual transmission. The 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth would also be great as long as you never needed to drive anyone anywhere with any cargo. And forget the back seat of that admittedly intoxicating Italian.
The 2012 Subaru WRX is only available with a rather mechanical feeling yet predictably notchy 5-speed manual that is only a disappointment in comparison with the amazing 6-speed self-shifter Subaru offers in the more powerful and far more expensive WRX STi variant. Clutch feel was a bit heavy during around town traffic endeavors in the WRX but pedal take-up was easy to modulate during aggressive driving with the brakes proving themselves fade resistant and not the least bit grabby.
No buyer of any Subaru model will have to be disappointed with their new car's crash test ratings as for the last two years each and every one of their models has been named an IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety) "Top Safety Pick." Apparently Subaru has been flying under the radar as the new Volvo for the past few years.
EPA fuel economy estimates are 19 city/25 highway on premium unleaded for the 2012 Subaru WRX but due to some unforeseen heaviness with our right foot, our average during the week turned out to be 17.3 miles per gallon. The pain from that figure was lessened by the WRX's more than adequate power which affords it an estimated 5.3 second 0-60 time.
2012 Subaru WRX Hatchback Road Test and Review
2012 Subaru WRX Hatchback: Conclusion
You really have to admire Subaru for its seemingly never ending need to tinker with the WRX's engineering, exterior design and driving characteristics over the course of each generation's production run. What other car company would perform such extensive alterations to the chassis, body panels, front end and track width just one model year before a total replacement was due to arrive? Perhaps Porsche at a much higher price.
But the strangest part of the 2012 WRX's ever changing history is the fact that Subaru doesn't constantly tinker with the Forester, Outback or Legacy during their normal model runs. And despite some competition from models the 2012 MazdaSpeed3, 2012 VW GTI, 2012 Hyundai Veloster Turbo and slightly oddball 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Ralliart—none of them can match the Subaru's unique mix of overwhelming power and supreme control at an affordable price.
Subaru didn't need to go ahead and tighten up the suspension and return some aggression to the exterior styling of the WRX a year ago but they did it anyways. Perhaps it's this spirit of always going the extra mile that has been one of the key motivating factors of this car company's sales success over the past few years. It's either that or their engineers just really like tinkering with their fast and fun turbocharged toy. We know we enjoyed driving it.
2012 Subaru WRX Hatchback Road Test and Review
What We Love About the 2012 Subaru WRX
- The tightened up handling characteristics when cornering compared to when this latest generation WRX was first launched as with a rather soft and wobbly suspension set-up.
- The angrily agricultural thrum that emanates from the engine compartment every time you manipulate the standard (and a bit notchy) five-speed manual to bring the turbocharged boxer 4-cylinder engine to its rorty redline.
- Spacious and practical inside with a no-nonsense design and comfy sport seats. Not overpriced, either.
What We Loathe About the 2012 Subaru WRX
- The 2012 WRX is still on the old generation platform as it didn't yet move over to the new platform debuting with the all-new Impreza. The new 2012 Imrpeza hatch cries out for the full WRX treatment!
- The stereo sound quality from the standard 2012 WRX audio system is utterly atrocious and one of the worst examples of cost cutting we've ever seen from Subaru.
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Kyle Weaver: The Forgotten Man
MEMPHIS — The two-inch scar on his left thumb knuckle serves as a reminder of how harsh this game can be.
It's a symbol that marks the latest bump in the road Kyle Weaver.
First there was the trade for Thabo Sefolosha at the February trade deadline, a move that added another wing player to the roster and effectively sliced into the shooting guard's playing time. Then the Thunder drafted over the second-round pick out of Washington State when it selected James Harden with the No. 3 overall selection in June. That move could knock Weaver to mop-up duty this season.
The last thing Weaver needed was to come into training camp with a torn thumb tendon, an injury he sustained in the Orlando Pro Summer League and needed surgery to repair.
But that's the predicament Weaver finds himself in as the Thunder opens its preseason schedule tonight in Memphis. Against the Grizzlies, though, Weaver might finally catch a much-needed break. Sefolosha sustained a mild concussion in Monday's practice and did not travel with the team. That leaves an open spot at the starting shooting guard position that Weaver is itching to fill. It's an opportunity for playing time that Weaver must take advantage of and show Thunder coach Scott Brooks he's worthy of minutes. Fail to do so and Sefolosha and Harden are waiting in the wings to turn a three-man battle for minutes into a headache-free, two-man rotation.
It's a challenge Weaver has accepted.
"Every day we're out here, whether we're doing a drill or scrimmage, when we get in between those lines it's a fight," Weaver said. "Not only am I trying to get better myself, but I'm trying to show that I belong out there. I'm still trying to prove that. Every time I step out here it's a fight. I'm trying to get better, and I want to do what I can when I'm on the floor to make my teammates better as well. So it's definitely a fight every time I'm out there."
Weaver's value is in his versatility. He's a playmaker in a shooting guard's body, capable of playing and defending both guard positions. He spent the off-season improving his shooting stroke, working on a quicker release, better range and deadlier accuracy. He also worked on his ball-handling and decision-making skills so that in emergency situations he can provide relief at point guard or give Brooks more options with his flexible lineup.
"Individually I feel a lot better on the floor," Weaver said. "I'm feeling more comfortable. I'm feeling confident. I'm talking a lot more. Just the small things I want to just keep up and get better at during the season."
The thumb injury set Weaver back in his goals. Just days before training camp Weaver shed all protection he wore on the finger. But ask him to bend the thumb and he still struggles with range of motion.
"I'm still doing my rehab hoping to try to get some more movement back in it in the next couple of months," Weaver said. " I can bend it, but it's just still so stiff."
Weaver averaged 5.3 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 56 games last season. It was considered a successful rookie season since he made the most of his 19 starts and 20.8-minute average on the year. But despite the odds, Weaver is doing everything he can to carve out a role for himself and build on last year's performance this season. He played in both summer leagues in Orlando and Las Vegas. He then spent most of his summer working out in Oklahoma City with assistant coaches and a few teammates.
He knows his hard work didn't go unnoticed, but he's hoping it pays off in 2009-10.
"Everybody saw it," Weaver said of his diligence. "The coaches saw it. The managers were here helping me out, too. And I think they appreciated seeing me out here working during camp as well. The main thing now is just to make it a snowball effect and carry it over now."

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There are few things more deliciously fall than biting into a
juicy apple just plucked from a tree. Fortunately there are plenty
of orchards where you can discover the simple pleasure of picking
apples for yourself.
But before you load up the car, there are a few things to
Many orchards add entertainment on weekends to create a family
environment, which tends to bring crowds. If you're looking for a
quieter farm experience, weekdays are your best bet.
"Different farms offer different things," says Carey Garwood of
Garwood Farms. "They should think about what interests them."
Orchards tend to be open rain-or-shine (except if there's
lightning), so dress appropriately-high heels aren't a good idea on
uneven ground. If your kids can't do much walking, bring a
wagon-especially helpful for bringing back your haul.
Remember, this is nature, so be prepared. Wear sunscreen and bug
spray. If you or your child has a bee allergy, bring along an
"Bees are part of it," says Nancy Tipton of Tree-mendous Farm.
"Without the bees, we have no fruit."
Pesticides are also part of it, but most orchards say their
fruit is safe to be eaten from the tree. If that concerns you, call
and ask about the spray protocol.
Check whether you should bring your own containers for the
fruit. And know how you want to use the apples-sauce? pies? school
lunches?-so you easily can choose between the many varieties. Many
orchards offer taste-tests so you can discover which variety you
and your kids prefer.
"The advantage to u-pick is they can pick exactly what they want
and know what they're getting," Tipton says.
You'll also want to look into what the cost covers. Some
orchards charge an admission or parking fee on top of the u-pick
prices; others charge for the wagon ride to the field or containers
for your fruit.
On the car ride there, discuss appropriate behavior with your
kids: no climbing trees, throwing apples or discarding apples after
a single bite. Garwood says the more you prepare your kids for what
they'll see, the more engaged (and better behaved) they'll be.
Consider bringing along a picnic lunch (if that's allowed) and
making a day of it. When you get home, look up some recipes for
your apples or do a blindfolded taste-test between the
Above all, keep this perspective from Royal Oak Orchard Farm's
Sarah Bell in mind: "It's just a fun time to spend with the
family," she says. "We try to provide a nice relaxing atmosphere
here, a getaway from city and busy suburban life…It's definitely a
tradition for families."
Once you chomp into that first juicy apple, it just might be a
tradition your family enjoys for years to come.
Elizabeth Diffin is the senior editor at Chicago Parent. She lives in Wheaton.
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Fans cheer for Elton & Leon at the Palladium
It's certainly sweet and gracious how Elton John has lent his superstar clout lately to spotlight one of his primary influences, Leon Russell, partly in the hopes of resurrecting the once-mighty piano man's reputation via their terrific first album together, The Union. The Decca Records release -- a simultaneously rousing and poignant return to early-'70s form for both legends, produced largely live in the studio by a rather hands-off T Bone Burnett -- is indeed, as David Fricke put it in his astute and uncommon five-star review for Rolling Stone, "a rare gesture in a dying business: an act of gratitude."
Leon, 68, has clearly gleaned inspiration that hopefully won't dissipate too soon: he hasn't sounded so growlingly great in years, and his keys work, never less than sterling, has regained the sparkle that made his initial solo records (plus his work for Joe Cocker and Delaney & Bonnie) such infectiously soulful fun. Long marginalized, his fundamental role in rock history often overlooked or undervalued, the somewhat frail yet unstoppable Oklahoman with the ever-growing Santa beard has good reason to thank his hero-worshipping progeny in the disc's liner notes, "for giving me new air for my lungs and a reason to use them a little longer."
Yet it's Elton, 63, for whom this teaming, nearly four decades since he and Leon last appeared together, has done a world of good. Not only is The Union a glowingly received hit, his highest-charting album since Blue Moves in 1976 -- something his ego badly needed after the sadly abysmal showing for his fine 2006 throwback The Captain & the Kid -- but it has fully re-energized him as a performer, both in the studio and, more importantly, on stage, as evidenced Wednesday night during a marvelous, nearly three-hour sprawl from he and his idol at the Hollywood Palladium, nearly 70 years to the day that Frank Sinatra and Tommy Dorsey opened the landmark. (Elton & Leon appear again Friday night at Citizens Business Bank Arena in Ontario. Be on time: the Palladium gig started at 8 sharp.)
Granted, in many ways this is merely the fruition of an Elton revival that has been gestating since right around 9/11, when he began to show signs of renewed vitality with the album Songs from the West Coast. At that time, ditching the gloss of his '80s output and setting aside the Broadway balladry of his '90s tunes, he set about satisfying two impulses: his aging audience's need for nostalgia (placated via tours with Billy Joel and his Red Piano production in Las Vegas) and his own desire to forge ahead musically, ironically by treading over much the same ground that made him an international sensation in the first place.
Yet, though Peachtree Road (2004) and The Captain & the Kid greatly expanded the retro-fresh blueprint of West Coast, despite having almost no commercial impact, the high-profile attention garnered by The Union (with assists from Brian Wilson, Neil Young and Booker T. Jones, the latter of whom joined in for a few numbers at the Palladium) has led Elton to summon that fearless, peerless gusto he exhibited back in the days of his timeless works from 1970, his self-titled launch pad and the superior Tumbleweed Connection.
Mind you, the rejuvenating effect this pairing has had on Leon cannot be overstated; he may be stoic as ever behind those perpetual shades, his still-nasal and now-grizzled voice more like Willie Nelson's than ever before, but throughout Wednesday's set you could sense a young man's enthusiasm bursting out of his barrelhouse ivory-tickling and the dazzling filigree he added to the new material, which, performed in its sequential entirety, serves as the show's centerpiece.
His six-song starter, focused strictly on staples from 1970-73 ("Tight Rope," "Delta Lady," "A Song for You," "Stranger in a Strange Land") kicked things off in grand style. But it was the gospel joy and high-end razzle-dazzle he displayed during the Union tunes -- from roof-raisers like "Hey Ahab" and "Monkey Suit" to portraiture like the Band-ish Civil War study "Gone to Shiloh" and evocative reminiscences like "There's No Tomorrow" and the fitting "A Dream Come True" -- that more vibrantly indicated what a redeeming infusion of fresh life has taken place in his old soul.
Elton, in fancily embroidered tails, shined on the new stuff as well; he delivers "Eight Hundred Dollar Shoes," another great one to add to his later canon, as if singing a salute to Leon, and he was noticeably electrified during "Monkey Suit," a barnstorming stomper like he hasn't devised since Honky Chateau. Indeed, for all the well-meshed piano bluster between them during the new disc's rowdier moments, the whole enterprise would collapse into hackneyed formula if it weren't for Sir Reginald's suddenly fired-up vocal passion. What really impressed, however, was how much his enthusiasm for this project has rubbed off on older go-to fare.
It isn't just that this celebratory collision of New Orleans jubilation, country comfort and two-stepping Sunday-service uplift has reminded him to once again dig up gems like "Burn Down the Mission" and the even more neglected "Ballad of a Well-Known Gun," for not everything he offered in his nine-song solo portion was from 1970. Those moments were robust, sure, but the effect that this current direction took on later material was positively remarkable: I've never heard such a rich rendition of "Levon," I never imagined "Sad Songs Say So Much" could sound so souped-up and sexy, I never thought I'd get to hear horns so punchy on "The Bitch Is Back."
Where this inspiration leads next is anyone's guess -- this brief tour is ending almost as fast as it began, and come mid-December Leon is back to playing the Coach House. This Palladium gig was the sort fans never expect to see, like Keith Richards playing here with the X-pensive Winos in '88; even if it had been mediocre (far from it), the show still would have ranked high in these legends' lore. Here's hoping, however, that the experience keeps a torch burning in both men. Neither has been so revelatory in decades.
Setlist: Elton John & Leon Russell at the Hollywood Palladium, Nov. 3, 2010
Leon: Tight Rope / Prince of Peace / A Song for You / Delta Lady / Roll in My Sweet Baby's Arms > Stranger in a Strange Land
Elton & Leon – The Union: If It Wasn't for Bad / Eight Hundred Dollar Shoes / Hey Ahab / Gone to Shiloh / Jimmie Rodgers' Dream / There's No Tomorrow / Monkey Suit / The Best Part of the Day / A Dream Come True / When Love Is Dying / I Should Have Sent Roses / Hearts Have Turned to Stone / Never Too Old (To Hold Somebody) / In the Hands of Angels (Leon alone)
Elton: Burn Down the Mission / Levon / Tiny Dancer / Ballad of a Well-Known Gun / I Guess That's Why They Call It the Blues / piano vamp > Take Me to the Pilot / Sad Songs Say So Much / The Bitch Is Back / Your Song
Elton John & Leon Russell perform again Friday night at 8 sharp at Citizens Business Bank Arena, 4000 E. Ontario Center Parkway, in Ontario. Tickets are $66-$167.
Photo by Armando Brown, for The Orange County Register.
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Cass McCombs, with Frank Fairfield
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Cass McCombs may be something of a songwriting genius, but his elevated mind state is
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Cass McCombs may be something of a songwriting genius, but his elevated mind state is a bit of a handicap onstage. Overthinking his every step, he loses his audience--and the unhurried quirkiness that fill his albums--in the process. His heady, calculated brand of rock is ideal over the radio, but the live sound didn't translate into much of a show.
For starters, opener Frank Fairfield might have stolen it. The one-man band had the look of Depression-era America down solid, dressed in a well-worn wool blazer and equally worn-in wingtips. Playing old-timey, traditional folk on an assortment of vintage string instruments--including an old banjo that appeared to be the actual prototype--Fairfield was a lively player and a hell of a lot of fun. His last song, "Rye Whiskey," was a foot-stomping storm of fiddle that nearly destroyed his bow and had the sparse crowd whooping as he left stage.
The Tractor was as primed as it was going to get, but by the time McCombs and his band of four arrived onstage, you could already feel the weight of his awkwardness. Someone yelled out, "Happy Mother's Day!" while the band was setting up, and McCombs just shrugged, as if the random comment didn't fit into his plans for the evening. The group played a few songs before the singer asked for the lights to be turned down, which he continued to request again and again throughout the show. The band seemed unfazed by the singer's need for total darkness, but they also seemed downright bored, and the remaining set of droning, repetitive music put nearly everyone in attendance in a catatonic state.
It was a total downer. Which isn't surprising if you're a fan of his work (and I am), but expectations run a little different when a tour comes through town. If McCombs had thrown us a bone--had more audience interaction, shared a joke with his band, genuinely laughed, even--a little personality could have overridden the blah. In the end, McCombs seemed tired, weird, and just not that into it.
Overheard at the show: "Can you turn these lights down anymore? It's Mother's Day, and it's a drag." --Cass McCombs.
The scene: Lots of men in their 30s, intellectual, emo types. Mellow, well-mannered crowd.
Random notebook musing: Cass McCombs and Elliott Smith--separated at birth?
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Leading Retail Chain Implements RFID With Checkpoint Systems To Improve Availability Of Merchandise
Checkpoint Systems, Inc., (NYSE:CKP), a leading global supplier of merchandise availability solutions for the retail industry, today announced that a leading North American retail chain completed the deployment of Checkpoint's Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) solutions in all of its 1,000+ retail stores. The retailer selected Checkpoint as its end-to-end solution provider based upon many criteria, including Checkpoint's performance during a pilot in a significant number of its stores and its capability to scale-up deployment of hundreds of stores per week. Checkpoint's software architecture and its licensed technologies also minimize the risk of RFID patent licensing litigation which enabled the retailer to achieve a rapid return on investment.The retailer's objective in deploying RFID is to improve the consumer's shopping experience through improved inventory accuracy and merchandise availability, both omni-channel and in-store. As a result, consumers will find exactly what they are looking for when they are ready to buy. RFID will provide the retailer with improved operational visibility, enabling the retailer to move products from stock rooms to the sales floor at the right time, and to optimize the location of inventory throughout the supply chain and stores. To accomplish this, the retail chain deployed Checkpoint's Merchandise Visibility enterprise software centrally in its data center, together with handheld RFID readers to perform regular in-store inventory counts, Checkpoint's RFID tags and labels for initial store tagging, tagging at distribution centers, and source tagging. Based on its solution architecture and deployment methodology, Checkpoint was able to complete the implementation of this solution chain-wide in more than 1,000 stores in just 100 days. "RFID provides rapid benefits and a platform for competitive advantage. We are excited to be the systems integrator and program lead for this implementation, and we are committed to a successful and evolving RFID program as this innovative retailer aims to leap-frog its competition," commented Per Levin, President and Chief Sales Officer, Merchandise Availability Solutions, Checkpoint Systems.
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Do you have an OS installed on your USB thumb drive? Booting from it in a VM is now possible, you'll just have to use a simple trick to get it to work.
We have discussed installing Ubuntu on a USB thumb before. This time, we're doing it differently, to make it cleaner and easier to store your files.
OpenELEC is an installation and optimization tool for XBMC that aims to make installing and using XBMC. the beloved but sometimes technically challenging media server software, as simple as using a DVD player.
Windows XP just isn't secure anymore! If the expense of the new Windows operating systems is too great, here's an easy and painless way to get a completely free Linux, keep your old Windows XP installation, and start surfing securely.
This week we learned how to encrypt and hide your personal files inside of a photo, "display image size in Google Images, preserve tabs while using CCleaner, & what to backup on your Windows box", look up Event IDs from the Event Viewer using a free tool, turn your friends into zombies for Halloween (in Photoshop), found out what your favorite Windows Explorer alternatives are, and more.
This week we learned how to get the Windows 8 Explorer ribbon in Windows 7, make ghosts in Photoshop or GIMP, remotely use a PC's DVD drive across your network, install or enable Hyper-V Virtualization in Windows 8, enjoyed the latest set of Geek Deals, and more.
Windows/Mac/Linux/iOS: Popular screen-dimming software f.lux is now available for jailbroken iOS devices. Install f.lux to enjoy gently adjusted brightness based on the time of day for easy-on-the-eyes computer use.
Have you installed Ubuntu 11.04 as a virtual machine in VirtualBox but have had problems getting the Shared Folders feature to work? We were able to add a shared folder, but were unable to access it.
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Thomasville Drives Retail Momentum With New Stores Slated For Dallas And Chicago
Thomasville is opening two new dedicated company-owned and operated stores in Dallas and Chicago scheduled for late April and early May. The retail openings are among the first by the company, a Top 100 furniture manufacturer/retailer, in more than two years. They signal an improving and revitalized retail climate which Thomasville, a premier holding of Furniture Brands International (NYSE:FBN), intends to maximize. "We're ready to grow," said Thomasville President Ed Teplitz. "Thomasville is a different company from what we were three years ago, and major markets like Dallas and Chicago present significant opportunities for our brand."The new Dallas store, scheduled to open in late April, is located in the Galleria area, a vibrant retail district with flagship stores such as Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, Macy's and Williams-Sonoma. The new Thomasville store will be one of two in the market, serving the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex along with an existing Southlake location. A new store in Chicago's Lincoln Park opens in early May, bringing the Thomasville store count in the Chicago metro area to four. Existing Thomasville stores are in Geneva and Naperville, along with an Orland Park store owned and operated by an independent dealer. Additionally, major regional retailer Walter E. Smithe offers Thomasville in three of its area showrooms – Lincolnshire, Arlington Heights and Glendale Heights. "Thomasville is a retailer with a variety of footprints and distribution types to best serve the customer," said Teplitz. "With the new store openings, the Thomasville brand will be represented in more than 100 dedicated stores across the United States." Looking ahead, Thomasville is also finalizing plans for an additional store in the western suburbs of Chicago. A real estate search is currently underway. About Furniture Brands Furniture Brands International (NYSE: FBN) is a global operating company that is one of the nation's leading designers, manufacturers and retailers of home furnishings. It markets through a wide range of retail channels, from mass merchant stores to single-brand and independent dealers to specialized interior designers. Furniture Brands serves its customers through some of the best known and most respected brands in the furniture industry, including Broyhill, Lane, Thomasville , Drexel Heritage, Henredon, Pearson, Hickory Chair, LaneVenture and Maitland-Smith.
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PeaceTreaty Presents: Big Room Radio 006 Mix
The guys are back with another 'Big Room' mix, divided into 2 separate hours of tracks- one from PeaceTreaty, the other from their colleagues No Body. Details after the jump.
Steve Aoki 400,000 Likes Contest – WHAT IS THE NEXT CRAZE
What is the next craze? Is it treehugging? bottlebalancing? triangulating? You make it up! You can create the next craze! Submit Your Video of what u think the next craze is with #AOKICONTEST in the Header. Details & video after the jump.
Video: Atari Teenage Riot "Black Flags" 1st Edit
After bringing LA fans an aggro-jolt performance, Atari Teenage Riot release the 1st edit of their viral video, "Black Flags" featuring Boots Riley . Every fragment of footage was supplied by fans and friends of Atari Teenage Riot. Watch after the jump…
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Vote Now for Dan Sena's "Song Of Siren" for mtvU's The Freshmen!
With the next installment of mtvU's The Freshmen, our fans are being called out in support of Dan Sena and his new video-release of "Song Of Siren", featuring Del The Funky Homosapien and Kylee Elizabeth Swenson. Show us some love by putting in your vote after the jump.
Get ready for Mustard Pimp's "No Title Or Purpose" with their latest Mini-Mix
Mustard Pimp is getting everyone freshly prepared for their first full album, "No Title Or Purpose", due for release on October 25th. Much like us, waiting is always the hardest part… But have no fear, the mini-mix is here!!
Tall Tales Podcasts
Make sure you check out Them Jean's Tall Tales Podcasts. Details and links after the jump.
Kid Cudi wearing a Dim Mak shirt on a shirt.
Check out this shirt of Kid Cudi wearing a Dim Mak shirt, available at Karmaloop.com. Photos and purchase link after the jump.
Big love to Jenna Ushkowitz from Glee rockin' Dim Mak
She tweeted a photo of her rockin' the Dim Mak Sour Lips tanktop lookin' superfine! Photo after the jump.
LA Weekly x Identity Festival x Steve Aoki
Identity Festival recently kicked off its 20-city tour of the United States, and it comes to Hollywood Palladium this Sunday.
LA Weekly talked to many of the biggest name performers and asked them a simple question…details inside.
Paris Hilton Rocking Dim Mak (Stickers)
Much love to our homie Paris Hilton. Check out the photo after the jump.
A BIG THANKS to Collaborative Media & Pacific Fest!
We'd like to thank Mike Tunney of Collaborative Media & Pacific Festival for working with us on Pacific Festival and look forward to the future events! Photos inside…
Dan Sena's "Song Of Siren" video featured on MTV HIVE and mtvU!
Our very own Dan Sena is now being featured on MTV's HIVE and mtvU for his latest video and single, "Song of Siren". Video after the jump.
All Leather, Live Re-cap from U-31
All Leather played an amazing raw, and all-out live performance at U-31 on August 24th. To re-cap the night, we've included a few great photos from their set. Check out the photos after the jump.
Hear Felix Cartal's "Solar" featured in Benny Benassi's new Radio Mix!
Felix Cartal and Keatch's massive track "Solar" continues its praise around the globe, this time with Benni Benassi's new Radio Mix (ep. 168). Link to listen after the jump.
Aaron Paul wearing an Aoki tee on hit TV show Breaking Bad.
Check out the photo after the jump of Aaron Paul of Breaking Bad(Steve Aoki's favorite TV show) wearing an Aoki tee shirt from yesterdays episode.
Dim Mak : 15 Year Anniversary tee available now!
Started in 1996 by Steve Aoki whilst still a student at UCSB, Dim Mak Records proudly turns 15 years old this year. In celebration of this milestone Dim Mak produced a special 15 year anniversary t-shirt, available in black or white. Featured on the back is all the artists, DJs and bands who have released music on Dim Mak all the way back to day one.
Desigual Undie Party!
Desigual, the fun-loving Spanish apparel brand that's rapidly expanding in the U.S., has announced an in-store promotion for the brave: Undie Party! The first 100 people arriving at Desigual's new Third Street Promenade store in Santa Monica – wearing just their underwear – will walk out in a FREE two-piece Desigual outfit. Any 1 top, any 1 bottom – their choice. The value can exceed $1,000 per participant, depending on which items they nab.
IDENTITY LA show (9/4) moving to the Palladium!
"IDENTITY" // THIS SUMMER'S TRAVELING ELECTRONIC MUSIC FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES THE HOLLYWOOD PALLADIUM AS THE NEW VENUE FOR LOS ANGELES METRO AREA SHOW SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 // Details after the jump.
Dim Mak in Marrakech Morocco
We've managed to get some rare photos of the REAL Cobrasnake out in Morocco. Check the pictures after the jump.
Steve Aoki Tattoo #2
Props to Blake Hunter from North Carolina who got some fresh Aoki ink! Photos after the jump.
Mixhell Presents: My Definition of Hard Vol.4 with Drumcorps
"We are sooo proud of the exchange of musical ideas that "My definition of Hard" series is bringing, not only we all get to know a bit more about our music partners, but is pure pleasure to go deep into their darkest musical tastes."- Mixhell 2011
tokidoki x Dim Mak Merch Now Available Online!
Dim Mak and tokidoki have teamed up to bring you limited edition product including; tees for guys and girls, a New Era custom embroidered hat, a iPhone 4 case as well…
Listen & Download: The Weeknd – Rolling Stone (Grandtheft Extended Dub)
Check out this piano house version of The Weeknd's 'Rolling Stone' sent over to us yesterday. Listen & Download after the jump.
Stay Up-To-Date with IDENTITY on the road!
IDENTITY kicked off with a great start last night in Noblesville, IN. The entire lineup KILLED it and we got to see Kaskade and Steve Aoki's mega-setups in action. We've got a bunch of places where you can see photos, videos and more from the road each day. Details and video after the jump.
Steve Aoki Interview with Miami New Times
Miami New Times managed to get Steve on the phone for a Q&A while on tour for Identity Festival…Steve gives some insight on his live show, the Dim Mak stage, and the Dim Mak pop-up shop. Details after the jump.
Do you love cucumbers as much as we do? Check out these 13 reasons why cucumbers rule!
"No Beef" hits #1 on Beatport
Since debuting at #28 on the Beatport Top 100 charts, "No Beef" has quickly climbed to #1. This is the first time Steve Aoki has made it to #1 and will be the first Dim Mak artist to accomplish the feat. Details after the jump.
Dim Mak for Adidas
As part of their "All Originals, All Icons" marketing campaign, Adidas fitted Dim Mak with a pair of shell toes emblazoned with the Dim Mak logo looped through the bottom lace. Check out the pics after the jump.
London Riots August 2011 | By: Alec Empire
Check out this post from Alec Empire about the London Riots. Write up and photos after the jump.
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Afrojack & Steve Aoki – No Beef feat Miss Palmer (Official Video)
Official video for Afrojack & Steve Aoki "No Beef" feat Miss Palmer. Watch the insanity after the jump!
Get Ready to Meet Justin Pearson of All Leather
"Parallel Planes" – a documentary essay film portraying 13 american musicians from an avant-garde & punk-rock background. This is a journey between genres, meeting people of free-thinking. This film takes a personal view on what music can be like. Video after the jump.
Atari Teenage Riot in WIRED Magazine
Atari Teenage Riot was featured in Septembers Issue of Wired Magazine. Article and Photos after the jump.
Video: Afrojack & Steve Aoki – No Beef ft. Miss Palmer (teaser)
"No Beef" comes out next week on Ultra/Dim Mak in North America and Wall Recordings internationally. Watch the teaser video after the jump.
One of a kind Pioneer DJ CDJ-2000 turntable hand designed by Steve Aoki and Dim Mak up for auction!
Win an incredible one of a kind Pioneer DJ CDJ-2000 turntable hand designed by Steve Aoki and Dim Mak! Dimensions: 12.6″ x 15.94″ x 4.19″. Details and photos after the jump.
Bloody Beetroots at Lollapalooza!
Dim Mak's very own Bloody Beetroots AKA Bob Cornelius Rifo along with Death Crew 77 have planned an electrifying performance with Dennis Lyxzen, frontman for Swedish Hardcore Punk band Refused at Lollapalooza. Details after the jump.
Dim Mak Pop Up Shop now open at DM HQ!
We now have a fully functioning retail store at the Dim Mak Records HQ!! Due to popular demand we have opened a pop up store at our label offices on Hollywood Blvd. It's a one-stop shop for all things Dim Mak related.
Dim Mak Pop Up Shop now open at DM HQ!
We now have a fully functioning retail store at the Dim Mak Records HQ!! Due to popular demand we have opened a pop up store at our label offices on Hollywood Blvd. It's a one-stop shop for all things Dim Mak related. We have the full line of Dim Mak t-shirts & merchandise, accessories, vinyls & CDs, as well as tickets to Dim Mak events and festivals.
Video: Atari Teenage Riot – Blood In My Eyes
Atari Teenage Riot 'Blood In My Eyes' featured on Rodney on the Roq's playlist! Time for Nic Endo to put focus on the main message of the song. She filmed this a few days ago. Watch the video after the jump.
Atari Teenage Riot wants YOU to be in their video for "Black Flags."
Atari Teenage Riot puts a great deal of thought into their videos and if you are an ATR fan and this is something you might be interested in. Learn more about "Black Flags," the political ideals of ATR, and how to get involved after the jump.
Video: Dada Life x Marching Band x EDC
In full Dada Life fashion, the duo led a full marching band for their hit White Noise / Red Meat during their Electric Daisy Carnival performance. Watch the video after the jump.
Dim Mak Post Punk Vol. 1 on Napster!
Dim Mak's Post Punk Vault was released on Tuesday July 26th, 2011. Napster, the original file sharing client that started the digital download craze, is highlighting the Steve Aoki curated collection as a "Featured New Release." Details after the jump.
Steve Aoki & New Ivory performing "A Knight – Modek Remix" at Optimus Alive!
Check out this great video of New Ivory performing "A Knight – Modek Remix" during Steve Aoki's set at Optumis Alive!
DJ Mag's Top 100 DJs 2011
Steve Aoki has been working tirelessly both behind the scenes and behind the decks to bring you the best tracks of 2011, now it's time to show some support! DJ Mag, one of the main authorities on DJ culture, is letting us pick the top 100 DJs of 2011…Details after the jump.


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Rated 4 out of 5 by Happycamper70065 Slammed in a Crowd Visited this hotel as part of a convention group. Room comfort, bed, temperature, desk staff, and location we great. Waiting was a primary downfall. Waiting for elevators, breakfast service, Starbucks lines in the morning, and bar lines in the afternoon was not convenient. Additionally, not being able to request that fellow travelers to assigned to rooms on the same floor caused additional inconvenience. July 2, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by cat2281 Great location to get to around downtown without needing a taxi. Excellent hotel- The staff was friendly and very helpful. July 2, 2014
Rated 2 out of 5 by Engr340 High Price for Low Class Food was cold and terrible, the ice machine sounded like it was in my room, Valet..forget about it..just like they do. Each day the Valet seems to forget you called, then you have to wait in long line to finally get your car. Zip up your luggage.. this hotel has roaches, don't take them home with you. Gold member amenities.. GET THEM IN WRITING. Staff seems to forget what they offered at check-in. July 1, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Feather10 Very nice rooms. Staff was very courteous and helpful. June 30, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by TheCount Great place for conference Week long conference was my reason to travel here. Very comfortable room. Warm and helpful staff. Location was perfect for downtown Atlanta. June 30, 2014
Rated 3 out of 5 by SMarie614 Sadly disappointed My son and I stayed here last Saturday night prior to starting engineering camp at GA Tech. I would love to stay again because the view is great and it's such a cool hotel BUT: 1. There were greasy smudges on the floor to ceiling window. 2. Wet stains on the carpet. 3. A used packet of shampoo on the tub rim. 4. One of the bottles of water on the counter had been half consumed. 5. The running map was very confusing and possibly incorrect. 6. Checking in was incredibly slow and frustrating. I'm really not sure that our room was actually cleaned??? So disappointing but SUPER view and overall good memory. Just expected more. June 28, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Sandie7 This hotel is in a great location Close to all night life, shopping and great attractions. June 28, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by coolkiwi Great hotel experience I stayed here for a convention and was very pleased with our room, with the staff, the cleanliness of our room - in general all aspects. If I'm in Atlanta again,I would stay here for sure. June 27, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by CDHough Great facilities and great staff Everything with the room, exercise facilities and club breakfast were great. I accidentally left my iPad in my room when I checked out but after calling later that afternoon, the staff returned it to me. June 27, 2014
Rated 1 out of 5 by Nosleep14 Skip at all cost Place is old and not well kept. Did not sleep for 2 nights due to the ice machine running from 10pm to 7AM nonstop. No one did anything about it. Staff pretty uncaring. All my colleagues had different issues. Pretty disappointed especially for a Westin. Never coming back! June 26, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Planner7 This hotel has an excellent service Everyone in the staff I contacted for any inquiry was very courteous, helpful, and responsive. I enjoyed my stay and would definitely recommend it and stay there again. The hotel meeting and event manager, Ms. Lawanda Saxton was excellent and worked diligently to make sure the events I planned at the hotel were executed to perfection. Ms. Saxton went above and beyond my expectations in service and making sure I had the needed support for every single event. I also want to recognize Mr. Raymond Alexander for an excellent service during our meals. Mr. Alexander exceeded our expectations and all my event attendees personally came to me to comment on his extraordinary service. With an excellent service like this, I have to say that I would not look anywhere else for my events. The Westin is a step above in quality service. June 26, 2014
Rated 1 out of 5 by WendySue Hotel disappointed us We had such high expectations at check in. However our stay was riddled with negative experiences. I stood at the concierge desk for 10 minutes while your employee dealt with another Westin Employee on a room issue, and she never once greeted me or apologized for the wait...no eye contact even. We finally walked away. When we arrived at our room, the bathroom smelled terrible. There was toilet paper and other "unpleasants" in the toilet and when we tried to flush it backed up and more stuff came up. It was clearly broken. Upon our first call for assistance, the phone rang and rang. Finally, we reached someone and they did switch our room. Each time when we went to get our car from the valet, they were very unorganized and it took a long time...not just for us but for most people waiting. The men working there were very nice and doing their best, but I think they were over worked. And finally, I was there as an author and guest of my publisher. When we checked in they told us the room was being paid for by publisher (and that is what my publisher told us); however, we just examined our statement, and the Westin billed us for the room. I have let my publisher know all of these issues. I rarely write a bad review; in fact, I love to write good reviews and often go out of my way to do so. And if any one of these things happened it would have been fine, but the combination of them all reflects poorly on the management of this hotel. June 25, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by MM3678 We enjoyed our stay. I received a copy of my folio (invoice) and it was in error. I know this seems tacky to complain about .36 cents, but I paid in cash and it seemed to me that your attendants were not prepared for cash. I was to receive $50.36 upon checkout. I received $50.00…your Guest Representative did not have change and awkwardly communicated with me that she didn't have change, which left my last experience with your hotel as one of "you've got to be kidding!" There was no effort made to rectify making change, so left with not really knowing how to respond… my response was "never mind." The experience did leave me with a very unimpressive last experience of what was a good experience overall. I guess I expected better. How would you have felt as the patron? My last impression of your hotel (which was not good) is what has stuck with me. I guess the thought to remember is "how .36 cents can leave a lasting negative impression." June 25, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by StaycationLady Birthday Staycation Great place for a staycation! The upper level rooms have the best views of the city. You are in walking distance to everything. Once you park your car, you don't have to move it until check out day! June 25, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by SMQueen Excellent Team I was there for a meeting and Javier is the best I have ever worked with. I would like to have him for all my meetings. His team was great!! Sydney and Q were a big help!! The meeting could not have been so relaxing as one of the planning team that helped put on the meeting. Big Thanks to you Team!!! June 25, 2014
Rated 3 out of 5 by Douglas2014 ICRS Conference When I checked in I was given a card to open my door, when I got to my room it would not work. I found someone from housekeeping and they called to have someone come to open my room. After a 15 minute wait i decided that no one was really coming so I went back down to the main desk and got new keys. I then went to make a reservation at the Sundail restuarant for that evening, when i came back for dinner the man had made it for the next night and the young woman at the desk was not very sympathetic and told me that the restaurant was full and I would have to wait for a open table, I went up the elevator and was seated immediately in a restaurant that was 50% empty. Overall your staff is rude and not at all customer friendly June 25, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by King954 Great view from every room. Everything was good except the coffee maker. It definitely need to be upgraded. The coffee maker was dripping from everywhere except were it was supposed to drip. I didn't expect to see that from Westin brand hotels. Also $22 for parking for hotel guests is little bit steep when you can park across the street for much less. June 24, 2014
Rated 3 out of 5 by algoth Needs Work Overall, I would say your hotel was an enjoyable experience. The support for the conference I attended was excellent. What I found lacking was the general room service. The daily cleaning left much to be desired. In the exterior hallway, I noted the same piece of paper on the floor for three days. One last note involves the layout of the room. I must say that if one was a large person, they may not be able to get into the bathroom. That had to be the narrowest bathroom door entrance I have experienced. Regardless, I enjoyed my stay and would return. June 24, 2014
Rated 3 out of 5 by englshivy Mixed bag. The public spaces of the Westin are beautiful. The rooms are comfortable. Most staff members we met were friendly. And the pool area itself is wonderful. However, one experience sort of soured our experience. The first time we used the hotel pool, my daughter (14 years old) forgot to bring her goggles. She went to the elevator to exit the pool area and there was a post-it note on the button saying "out of service." This was the elevator we had JUST taken into the pool area and there had been no note on the other end, so we were unclear about whether the elevator was really out of service or not- but we were a little spooked that we had been able to use it, if it was. To be safe, we didn't want to use it again until it was cleared by the staff. We could not figure out how to leave the pool without using the elevator so we used the phone to ask the front desk, who told us to use the stairs to exit through the fitness center. My daughter got lost and locked in a utility closet on her way back to our room. Fortunately someone came along who was also trying to find their way out of the pool area after about ten minutes, but she was pretty freaked out by the experience. None of the staff members I approached in the pool area about the issue were at all responsive. That was frustrating. I do want to point out that our housekeeping staff was friendly and most other staff members we met were also. However, when we checked in I asked for a room with a good view and we were placed on the highway side of the hotel, beside the hotel's external elevator which obstructed the view. Perhaps it was the only room left (we did check in quite late) but it was also disappointing. Staff responsiveness could be improved and the incident with the elevator could have been prevented with clearer directions for guests to use while the elevator was out of service. No one associated with the hotel seemed very concerned about it, but we and several other guests were confused. June 24, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Anne37 Great Stay The staff was super friendly. Location is great. Everything I wanted to do was within walking distance. I plan to stay there again in a couple of months for my son's birthday weekend. The view from my room was breathtaking. June 23, 2014
Rated 2 out of 5 by Mills26 Wow, this is the Westin? I stayed for three nights here and experienced no water in my room, construction noise while trying to listen to presenters and suffering through AV issues during presentations. Ironically, I received the email asking to complete the short survey and the link doesn't work. If I was going to spend that much money on a hotel, I would probably choose another one. June 23, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by why21 great staff without going into great detail I am a breastfeeding mother who was away from my 5 month old traveling for work and several staff went above and beyond to help me June 23, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by Renee123456 Pros and cons The hotel was loud in the evenings because of loud guests and doors that slammed loudly. The elevators were also slow but it was nice that there was a Starbucks there. The air conditioning was also loud at night. The room was comfortable and everything seemed clean. There were many local attractions and restaurants close by. June 23, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Brian714 Excellent. Another Starwood Hotel exceeds my expectations. Though it was difficult getting inside with alot of valet traffic, I was greeted by a warm face and ended up getting mentioned as a Platinum member and being put it in a great room for a low rate. The room itself was remarkable, comfortable beds and awesome showers. The view from my room was fantastic and I wanted to stay another night! It did take awhile to get "on the list" to go up to the skybar just to grab a nightcap though. All in all, very impressed and great location, great service and great value! June 23, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by AKevin This hotel provide excellent customer service and has excellent features. Customer service was excellent. Employees are very courteous.The beds are very comfortable and the linen was very soft and clean. The room was very clean. We had a beautiful sight of downtown Atlanta from our room. The food from the Cafe and Sun Dial was excellent. June 23, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by billy75 Great Hotel Will stay again. The location was great. June 23, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Meg52 I slept so well My room was most comfortable, temperature was perfect and the bed was scrumptious. I slept so well!! I was also in the hotel for a conference. My only complaint is that there were too few restrooms. Especially on Peachtree floor where we were in a huge meeting room and had to walk to the other end of the hotel to get to restrooms. Made slipping out of the meeting a long trip. June 23, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by Javag01 Excellent location for tourists This hotel is in an excellent location to explore down town Atlanta. The revolving restaurant at the 72nd floor provides a good view of the city. Attractions as the centennial park, world of Coca Cola and the Georgia Aquarium are at walking distance. The hotel itself is modern. Parking cost are high. June 23, 2014
Rated 3 out of 5 by btraveler79 Need to pay attention to detail When I arrived, my lights did not work due to missing lightbulb. In the early morning a room next door had a water over flow. There were 4 fan blowers going for 3 days. My room should have been changed due to the noise of the blowers. My room was also missinga blow dryer. I did the Green service and did not receive any vouchers. June 23, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by DCDan SPG Diamond among Gems This hotel continues to move to the top of my list as an SPG Platinum guest. Just when I thought my room couldn't be any better than the last time, my stay this weekend was beyond belief. The staff of the hotel was very responsive to social media mentions of the hotel and also made sure my stay was amazingly special. I am in Atlanta a lot and I had shied away from this hotel in favor of other SPG properties. Due to the caring staff, this is now my #1 hotel! June 23, 2014


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by Amish Patel - February 29, 2012
– 411Mania's Greg De Marco reports that independent women's wrestler Buggy Nova received another tryout match against AJ Lee at this month's WWE SmackDown tapings in Fresno, California.
Earlier this year at the RAW in Anaheim, WWE officials had Nova do promo work and brought her back at the SmackDown tapings the next night, where she completed a physical, did a photo shoot and wrestled AJ Lee. She also took part in a WWE/Kmart commercial with Sheamus and Lizzy Valentine.
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Location: Reigate, Surrey
Member since March 2013
Location: Reigate and Banstead, GB
Condition: Used
Postage: have access to courior service at work. approx £15 for next day delievery. Also at all BSA and BWA events this year
Brand: North
Sail Area: 6.3 m
Range of use: Race
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October Is National Art & Framing Month
Leibrock, Amy, Art Business News
It's not often that I'll use this column to point out an advertisement in this magazine, but this month is special. October is National Art & Framing month, and the Art & Framing Council's newest promotional effort is announced on page 49.
In an effort to promote art and framing to consumers, the AFC teamed up with actress and artist Jane Seymour to produce an advertisement that will run in consumer publications throughout the year. In the ad, Seymour tells consumers that buying art and having it custom framed will help support young artists.
Here is how it works: Participating art publishers and framing manufacturers donate a percentage of their sales to the AFC, which in turn supports the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, a national art and writing competition that provides more than $1 million in cash and scholarships to talented high school students.
The consumer ads are designed to drive more people into art and frame shops so more money will trickle down to the AFC, the awards program and--most importantly--to you, the retailer. …


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Get an overview of this hotelSuburban hotel with restaurant and fitness center
Situated in the suburbs, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Arkansas Heart Hospital and Arkansas Skatium. Baptist Health and Kanis Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Hotel Features
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a coffee shop/café, a snack bar/deli, and a 24-hour business center are onsite.
Room Amenities
All 119 rooms feature kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves, plus free WiFi, free wired Internet, and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Guests will also find iPod docks, coffee makers, and pillow menus.Would you like to give us feedback? Share it! Opens in a new window
Holiday Inn Little Rock West - Financial Pky10920 Financial Centre Parkway Little Rock AR 72211
Hotel Amenities
Hotel Amenities
Holiday Inn Little Rock West - Financial Pky features a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Dining options at the hotel include a restaurant, a coffee shop/café, and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary high-speed wired and wireless Internet access.
This 3-star property offers access to a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Event facilities measure 1440 square feet (134 square meters). This business-friendly hotel also offers tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in the lobby. Onsite self parking is complimentary.
Holiday Inn Little Rock West - Financial Pky is a smoke-free property.
- 24-hour business center
- Bar/lounge
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Coffee shop or café
- Coffee/tea in common areas
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Conference space size (feet) - 1440
- Conference space size (meters) - 134
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Elevator/lift
- Express check-in
- Express check-out
- Fitness facilities
- Free self parking
- Free WiFi
- Free wired high-speed Internet
- Grocery/convenience store
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- Meeting rooms 3
- Multilingual staff
- Number of floors - 3
- Outdoor seasonal pool
- Porter/bellhop
- Restaurant
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Smoke-free property
- Snack bar/deli
- Television in common areas
- Total number of rooms - 119
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Wedding services
Family Friendly Amenities
- Cribs/infant beds (complimentary)
- Free Wi-Fi
- Grocery/convenience store
- Kitchenette
- Laundry facilities
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Rollaway/extra beds available
- Snack bar/deli
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired high-speed Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired high-speed Internet
Free self parking
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Cable TV service
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Free newspaper
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Daily housekeeping
- Desk
- Flat-panel TV
- Free WiFi
- Free wired high-speed Internet
- Hair dryer
- iPod docking station
- Iron/ironing board
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Phone
- Pillow menu
- Premium TV channels
- Private bathroom
- Refrigerator
- Rollaway/extra beds available
- Shower/tub combination
Where to Eat
Breakfast is available for a surcharge and served each morning between 6 AM and 10 AM.
The West Rock - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
The Hub - This lobby lounge specializes in American cuisine. Happy hour is offered.
Nearby Things to Do
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Boat tours nearby
- Golf lessons available nearby
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the "Special or Accessibility Requests" section of "Trip Preferences" when you book your hotel.
- In-room accessibility
Hotel Policies
Check-in time ends at 11 AM
Minimum check-in age is 21
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Check-out time is noon
Payment types
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! Children under 18 years old stay free when using existing bedding.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available.
- Free cribs (infant beds)!
- Pets not allowed
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
Optional extras
- Breakfast fee: USD 9.99 per person (approximately)
Hotel Name
- Holiday Inn Financial
- Holiday Inn Financial Pky
- Holiday Inn Financial Pky Hotel
- Holiday Inn Financial Pky Hotel Little Rock West
- Holiday Inn Little Rock West
- Holiday Inn Little Rock West Financial Pky
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Children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.


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If you've ever seen the movie 'Wind Talkers' with Nicholas Cage (During the war, the Navajo Indian language was used so the Japanese could not break our code), or if you are a WWII history buff, then you've heard of Saipan. If not, you probably don't even know that it is a Commonwealth of the United States.
Located in the South Pacific, it was a major strategic turning point of WWII. In fact you can still see the 60+ year old U.S. tanks that got stuck in the coral when they were coming ashore, sitting just off the beach. Tourists swim out to them and use them as diving boards.
The island is mostly jungle, and while hiking, the tourists still find hidden caves filled with WWII relics.
This last June, the Emperor of Japan came to Saipan to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Saipan. He promised his father, Emperor Hirohito, that someday, Japan would return to Saipan.
One of my favorite things about Saipan is the flame trees. During peak season, as you drive down the street along the beach or in the hills, it literally looks as though the tree tops are on fire. It's one of the most beautiful things you've ever seen. You can't imagine how many times I've almost crashed my car because I couldn't keep my eyes on the road.
By now you're thinking I have a thing for trees. OK, it's true. I'm a sucker for the beauty of nature. But look at these trees...aren't they magnificent?
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Minshall Trail leads to Kelley's Ditch off state Route 79
Kelley's Ditch Trail
Thomas Bros. Map: Page 1176, D-5, where state Route 79 makes sharp curve to east; trailhead is off state Route 79 just before Engineers Road.
Before you go: Download a map of these trails at the state parks pages for Cuyamaca Rancho State Park's brochure, parks.ca.gov.
Rules: Dogs are not allowed on state park trails.
Trailhead: Park at the Trout Pond parking area, off state Route 79 where it intersects with Milk Ranch Road (Thomas Bros. map, Page 1176, 7-E). Cross the highway to find the Marty Minshall Trail's western portion where it intersects with Milk Ranch Road just off state Route 79. Continue about 1.3 miles to Kelley's Ditch Trail, on the west side of state Route 79 a short way past the lake's dam.
Distance: About 4 miles round-trip.
Difficulty: Fairly easy with about 400 feet elevation gain.
Combining the western portion of the Marty Minshall Trail with the southern portion of the Kelley's Ditch Trail in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park offers pretty Lake Cuyamaca views and lots of wildflowers in spring and summer.
Begin at the Trout Pond parking area off state Route 79 and head west across the highway to find the Minshall Trail at the highway's junction with Milk Ranch Road.
Hikers, equestrians and bikers skirt the west side of state Route 79 for a little more than a mile before reaching the trailhead for Kelley's Ditch Trail. Note that dogs are not allowed on state park trails.
This part of the Marty Minshall Trail winds through deep grasses where wildflowers, such as mariposa lilies and blue-eyed grasses are sprinkled along the way. At some points, the grasses are so thick, they obscure the trail. But if you lose the trail, just look around for it uphill a bit and you should find it again.
The Minshall Trail here climbs a bit above the road and wanders into some old oaks and conifers, including some mighty specimens that clearly escaped the destruction of the 2003 Cedar fire. Parts of the trail are even covered in pine cones from some tall, mature pine trees.
This part of the Minshall Trail, named after longtime park volunteer Marty Minshall who once lived by Lake Cuyamaca, eventually connects to the Sugar Pine Trail that heads up to 5,883-foot Middle Peak. Cross this connection and continue straight ahead, still winding along the west side of state Route 79, passing the Lake Cuyamaca store and restaurant on the shoreline.
Near the lake's actual dam at its northwest edge, the Minshall Trail will end at the highway, where you walk along its shoulder a short way north to the Kelley's Ditch Trail on the left.
The Kelley's Ditch Trail heads northwest from here around the western flanks of 5,993-foot North Peak for about 1.1 miles to its junction with paved Engineers Road — this portion is open only to hikers and equestrians. From Engineers Road, Kelley's Ditch Trail (from here open to hikers, equestrians and bikers) heads north about 4.8 miles to William Heise County Park in Julian. But this latter portion of Kelley's Ditch Trail has been closed for some time now due to impassable brush.
And as it happened, I was able to go on Kelley's Ditch Trail only about two-thirds of its way to Engineers Road where a huge dead tree had fallen, making the trail impassable any farther.
But lots of wildflowers decorate this hike, including purple bush lupine, yellow velvety false lupine, wine cups clarkia, bush mallow, pink wild pea, pink rock rose, wild blue flax, purple thistle, red Indian paintbrush and yellow Mule's Ears. I also saw lots of butterflies, including a Mylitta Crescent, a West Coast Lady, an Orange Sulphur, a Pacific Fritillary and a couple of Great Spangled Fritillaries.


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I just had someone angrily lecture me for passing too closely and for not calling out, "on your left". The cyclist was in the middle of a bike lane and I passed in the vehicle lane while climbing (SW Terwilliger in Portland). They were going ~10 mph and I passed at ~14 mph.
1. When a cyclist has a 5-6 foot wide bike lane to themselves and I enter an arterial lane to pass, I am never going to call out "on your left". (I almost always call out, "on your left", when passing in a wide shared lane/trail/mup.)
2. When a cyclist in the middle of a 5 foot bike lane passing ~2-3 feet to the left of the white stripe is a safe pass .


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