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Celebrating one year in business, South Florida-based B Hotels & Resorts chain is offering its guests a room for $1 a nighton their birthdays.
The offer is available at the 240-unit B Ocean Fort Lauderdale resort when you book a minimum two-night stay in a "chic" room. The $1 price applies for the second night.
Guests also can choose a "B-Day" upgrade starting at $29 per night to move up to another room category.
"B-Day" guests receive other perks too: a free "B'licious B-Day Cocktail" from restaurant SAIA, Quench Pool & Patio Bar or B'stro on The Beach, plus a surprise in the room, the chain said.
The offer is subject to availability and must include the guest's actual birthday. Blackout days may apply.
The B-day special is expected at other B resorts too, including the B South Beach, set to open next year.
For more information, visit www.boceanfortlauderdale.comor call 888-66-bhotel.


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Monday afternoon news, August 27
Merrill To Hold Meeting Regarding 5th Street Improvements
(Merrill) -- The city of Merrill will be holding an informational meeting on this evening at 7:00 p.m. at the Merrill City Hall, Kissinger Community Center. The purpose of the meeting, according to John Meis, a civil engineer with the DeWild Grant Reckert and Associates is to focus on the improvements for 5th Street.
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Meis says the project is slated to begin in the spring of 2013. He says the street reconstruction project will coordinate with the county's work on county road K-42.
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Meis says the street is in need of repair due in part to the volume and weight of trucks that serve both the Plymouth Energy and Plymouth Oil industries. The civil engineer summarizes tonight's meeting.
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Tyson Cited By OSHA For Safety Violations
DAKOTA CITY, Neb. (AP) - Regulators have proposed more than $104,000 in penalties for Tyson Foods because of safety violations the regulators say were found at a Nebraska beef plant where a
worker was fatally injured.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration says Springdale, Ark.-based Tyson was cited for seven violations at its Dakota City plant.
Authorities say 37-year-old Rodney Bridgett was injured March 14 when a piece of equipment he was working on collapsed on him. The company has said the slaughter and processing plant was not in
operation at the time.
Tyson's options include complying with the citations' provisions, seeking an informal conference with OSHA's area director in Omaha, or contesting the citations to an OSHA review commission.
Tyson representative Worth Sparkman said Monday the company hasn't decided which course it will take.
Denison Man Pleads Guilty To Meth Distribution
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (AP) - Authorities say a 27-year-old man has admitted distributing methamphetamine in the western Iowa city of Denison.
Prosecutors say Antonio Lara-Pantoja, of Denison, pleaded guilty in federal court in Sioux City to a drug conspiracy charge. He was arrested on March 26, 2011, after officers found nearly 4 grams of
meth in his vehicle.
Investigators say Lara-Pantoja sold meth in Denison from January through March last year after obtaining it in Omaha, Neb.
He faces a minimum of five years and a maximum of 40 years in prison. His sentencing hasn't been scheduled yet.
Three People Rescued After Boat Capsizes
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - Three people have been rescued after their boat overturned at Raccoon River Park in West Des Moines.
Des Moines television station KCCI reports that the accident occurred a little before 8 p.m. Sunday.
Ronnie and Jennifer Oldham and another person were in the boat when another one came by, creating a big wave that flipped over the Oldhams' craft.
They swam to a nearby shore, where they were rescued by another boat.
No injuries have been reported.
Regents Start Search For UNI President
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - The Iowa Board of Regents has started the search for a replacement for University of Northern Iowa President Ben Allen.
The regents met by telephone Monday to authorize the board to hire a firm to help with the search.
The regents also voted to create a 20-member search and screen committee that will evaluate candidates and recommend finalists. They voted to have three regents on the committee, compared to two during the search for Iowa State's president last year.
Allen has announced that he will be retiring by next July, once his successor is appointed. He has led the university since 2006, and the campus has recently been in turmoil over a series of budget
Regents officials say the search could conclude before Christmas
and cost less than $150,000.
Farm Progress Show Expected To Attract Several Thousand
(Boone) -- As many as 100-thousand visitors are expected in Boone this week for the Farm Progress Show, the region's biggest event of its kind. Dena Morgan is spokeswoman for the 59th annual exposition, showing off everything that's new in agricultural production.
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Morgan says visitors will be seeing the latest in agricultural equipment and technology as this is the place where many companies will roll out new products and campaigns.
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Morgan was asked how this year's enduring drought will have an impact on the show.
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The show runs Tuesday through Thursday. It rotates locations every other year. Boone hosts the show in even-numbered years while Decatur, Illinois, hosts it in odd-numbered years. Learn more at: "www.farmprogress.com"
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when I try to login into zimbra admin the page cannot load, but if I want to login into the email interface the page loads and I can type admin username and password and everything works well. I stop the firewall, I stop the selinux, I run zmvcontrol status and all services are running but still I cannot access the admin page. I would appreciate if someone can help me.
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I just downloaded and attempted to install the open source version of m2 on Ubuntu. I had already installed M1 and that went pretty smoothly.
Unfortunately, it seems that the M2 source download does not include any of the servers. A quick comparison of the M1 and M2 downloads shows that indeed M1 is 150MB while M2 is 26MB. Consequently, installation is very tedious and time-consuming. In fact, I just gave up after spending more time than I had trying to find the right versions of the various servers required.
Were the servers left out of the m2 source download intentionally or is this a build error? I appreciate the work you've done with Zimbra, but I'm hoping that the installation can get a bit easier.


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Sign up for the Lums Pond State Park mailing list! You'll get updates about upcoming programs and events, announcements and job and volunteer opportunities.
Park History
Before the pond existed, St. Georges Creek flowed through the hardwood forest and was the site of several Native American hunting camps. The creek was dammed in the early 1800's when the C & D canal was built. Water from the pond was used to fill the locks of the canal and power a small mill. This area was first used as a state park in 1963.
Hiking, Picnicking and Learning
Hikers have the opportunity to explore a variety of habitats along the 7.5 mile Swamp Forest Trail circling the pond. Lums also features over 10 miles of multi-purpose trails (horses, bikes, hikers, and snowmobiles). The Whale Wallow Nature Center hosts a variety of programs for visitors during the summer season (Nature Center will be open daily from noon-6 p.m. from Memorial Day to Labor Day.). For outdoor dining, picnic areas are scattered throughout the park, and three pavilions can be reserved for larger groups.
Ball fields and game courts abound at Lums Pond State Park. Choose friendly competition in baseball, softball, football, soccer, tennis, basketball, or volleyball. Sharpen your skill in horseshoes or disc golf. Equipment rentals are available during the summer season. Children can work off their excess energy on the playground.
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As the weather grows colder, winter activities include hiking, year-round camping, cross country skiing, and snowmobiling. Hunting is also permitted, but consult the park office for maps and regulations.
Lums Pond State Park also includes the Summit North Marina (outside link) on the Canal. This modern facility offers private slips for 250 boats and fuel sales, boat storage and repair services.
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Posted by: lori on Sep 27, 2010
Tagged in: Sherwin Williams , NASCAR Sprint Cup Series , Germain Racing , GEICO Racing , GEICO , Casey Mears , Bootie Barker
Dover, DE (September 26, 2010) – Casey Mears arrived at Dover International Speedway looking to continue a roll that originated in Atlanta. After finishing 26th in the Emory Healthcare 500, he took the #13 GEICO Toyota Camry to Richmond and recorded a 21st place finish.
Mears' effort is turning heads and among those heads are the executives at GEICO's corporate office. Initially not on the 18-race GEICO NASCAR Sprint Cup Series schedule, Dover was quickly added after Mears' finish at Richmond International Raceway. Much like Richmond, Dover is just 90-miles from GEICO's headquarters in Washington, DC, and provided yet another opportunity for the Gecko to play in his own backyard.
In typical Mears fashion, the #13 GEICO Camry was swift and decisive when it took to the Monster Mile in Dover. Mears was second fastest among the 'go or go home' cars when the opening practice session concluded. His encore performance in qualifying showed him one spot better, as he was the fastest 'go or go home' car and sat 27th overall, just head of Jeff Burton and one spot behind Tony Stewart.
While rain began to fall on Sunday morning, it quickly cleared allowing the Sprint Cup Series the opportunity to go racing for 400-miles. When the race went green under overcast skies, Casey Mears and the #13 GEICO Camry dropped to 29th during the opening laps.
From the outset, Mears would battle a loose racecar. The event's first caution on Lap 39 would allow the Germain Racing pit crew to make adjustments on the #13 GEICO Camry. The adjustments would serve as little consolation to Mears, as he would continue to hold on and try to maintain control of the racecar.
The Germain Racing team received another opportunity to work on the GEICO Camry when Ryan Newman seemed to get the best of David Reutimann on Lap 52, drawing the second caution flag of the afternoon. After restarting 32nd on Lap 58, Mears seemed to pick up speed and move steadily through the field, reaching 24th by Lap 116. A few laps later, the #13 GEICO Camry dipped into the Top 10, when Mears took over the 9th position just prior to his scheduled green flag pit stop on Lap 118.
Crew chief Bootie Barker made the save of the day when he anticipated a caution on Lap 187. Mears, riding in the 23rd position, was preparing to guide the #13 GEICO Camry down pit road for a scheduled green flag pit stop when Barker yelled, "Stay out, stay out, there's going to be a caution." Barker's words proved to be prophetic as just moments later the caution flag was displayed. His quick action saved the GEICO team from going down multiple laps on the pit stop.
Mears restarted the race in the 29th position on Lap 194 and settled in there for the balance of the afternoon.
Despite battling an ill-handling racecar for nearly the entire 400-miles of the race, Mears and the GEICO Racing team managed to hustle to a 29th place finish, falling just two spots shy of their qualifying position. Mears finished just behind Kasey Kahne and was outpaced by only one 'go or go home' car, the #09 of Bobby Labonte.
"We had a tough day out there today and I'm proud of my GEICO team because we never quit all afternoon, we kept fighting until the checkered flag," Mears said. "The car was hard to handle and we really seemed to battle that all weekend, so it was nice to be able to salvage a 29th place finish today. We're excited to get to Kansas next weekend and get back after these guys."
Casey Mears and the GEICO Racing team will next head to the heart of America when they travel to Kansas City, Kansas, for the Price Chopper 400 presented by Kraft Foods.
Mears and the #13 GEICO Toyota Camry will hit the 1.5-mile D-shaped oval of Kansas Speedway for the opening practice session at 1:00 PM (EDT) on Friday, October 1st. Qualifying will follow at 4:40 PM (EDT).
The Price Chopper 400 presented by Kraft Foods NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race is on Sunday, October 3rd, and it will be televised live on ESPN beginning at 1:00 PM (EDT), while the Motor Racing Network (MRN) will carry the live radio broadcast.
To learn more about the GEICO Racing program, please visit: www.geicogarage.com
You can also follow GEICO Racing on Twitter: www.twitter.com/geicoracing
Please visit the Casey Mears Facebook fan page: www.facebook.com/caseymearsracing
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I just have a small question regarding the DataViewer example.
If you right-click on one of the column header, an ActionMenu is displayed to the user. If now I click anyWhere in the Window outside the ActionMenu, the menu is popdowned.
Which component / listener gets this click and hides the menu, by calling the popdown function ?
In my example here (http://www.zimbra.com/forums/showthread.php?t=552), the ActionMenus don't get popdowned under IE6. However, they do under FireFox. It was all working OK till I changed to M2.
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Cure and survival rates are improving significantly for hematologic cancers including Leukemia, Lymphoma and Multiple Myeloma. Hartford Hospital offers patients leading-edge research and nationally-recognized hematopatholgy expertise. With experienced oncology nurses, friendly laboratory technicians and convenient infusion services, we deliver compassionate care in a community hospital setting. With improved medications and new medical technologies, we are expanding treatment possibilities for patients with hematologic cancers – sometimes even managing these cancers as chronic illnesses.
Patients get every resource and specialist they need from a multidisciplinary team of experts lead by a hematologic oncologist. Patients and their families are considered part of the team, which also includes their primary care physician, medical oncologists, radiologists and radiation oncologists as well as our dedicated oncology nurses. An even broader group of experienced cancer specialists at the Helen & Harry Gray Cancer Center Tumor Board consults on particularly challenging cases.
Targeted therapies such as monoclonal antibodies and radiolabelled antibodies have dramatically advanced the treatment of Leukemia, Lymphoma and improved the prognosis for Multiple Myeloma. New white cell growth inhibitors minimize risk of infection, and our infusion center collaborates with lab technicians to provide same-day red blood cell transfusions. These therapies are used in conjunction with traditional external beam radiation and improved, less toxic chemotherapies. With better anti-emetic medications and complementary therapies like Reiki and acupuncture, we help patients manage treatment side effects. With the newer, less toxic drugs now available, we can treat many patients that could not previously tolerate treatment. Sophisticated molecular biology testing at Hartford Hospital finds helpful mutation information that identifies targets of treatment for illnesses like CML. Our team is supported by excellent infectious disease specialists who help us keep immuno-supressed patients as healthy as possible.
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De Marchi C+ Bib Shorts - Women's $0.00
Similar to the men's version, De Marchi's Contour Plus Women's Bib Shorts continue to win riders over with their dependable structure and long-distance comfort. In fact, these bib shorts are De Marchi's most popular due to a smart design that works to support the body for hours on end. The new shorts have been redefined with even more support features for 2013, made possible through new fabrics and revamped chamois technology. And, like all De Marchi products, the Contour Plus bib shorts are handmade in Italy using Italian materials.
The C+ bib shorts were constructed using six panels of the Pro-grade, Extra Stretch Lycra fabric. This dense material incorporates a high elastane content in order to deliver a firm compressive fit around key muscle zones. Gel prints were added to these panels as to reinforce the fabric, serving to further 'anchor' the material from shifting as you ride. The quads and glutes were targeted with a generous amount of compressive support, while the areas around the inner thighs, saddle area, and cuffs have more of a gentle hold. What this gradual hold means is that you'll be comfortable during the beginning, middle, and end of a four-hour ride, as compressive fabrics shield your muscles from oscillation and road vibration. Unlike many materials with dense and compressive characteristics, De Marchi's Pro-grade Extra Stretch Lycra is very breathable and wicks moisture incredibly well. This means that besides staying supported in the saddle, you'll also remain cool and dry.
De Marchi's Pro-grade Extra Stretch Lycra composes the bibs' front straps, before blending into a carbon fiber mesh makeup for the shoulder tops and back panel. This Mesh insert provides you with the ultimate in ventilation and comfort by targeting the backside of your upper torso.
De Marchi placed an equal focus on implementing technical fabrics into the C+ as it did refining the bib shorts' women-specific fit. The goal of the new C+ was to create a pair of bib shorts with the perfect combination of freedom of movement, stability, and breathability. This contoured fit was made possible using the company's Body Framing Technology as a means to stabilize the shorts while in the cycling position. This is accomplished using pre-shaped fabric panels that closely follow the female body while in motion. When sewn together, these panels form somewhat of a three dimensional shape on their own, mimicking the body before even reaching your skin. The result is a pair of bib shorts that eliminate all unnecessary material, leading to the best fit possible.
De Marchi paired its restyled C-WRP EIT insert into the C+ bib shorts. Built as a women-specific long distance road chamois, the C-WRP EIT incorporates flexible side wings and a high-density foam central channel to absorb vibration and keep you feeling good. Bacteria-static silver fabric in the chamois inhibits microbial growth. The crowning feature of the EIT WRP chamois is its streamlined construction to reduce compression in sensitive areas.
The De Marchi C+ Bib Shorts - Women's are available in five sizes from X-Small to X-Large and in the colors Black, Orange/black, and White/black. Please note: De Marchi relies heavily on European sizing, so please make your selection accordingly.
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(83.8 - 86.4cm)
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A great chamois is good start
- Familiarity: I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
I've used these on one ride so far (2 hours) and want to share the findings. First, I really like the chamois. It has no seams, no ridges, and no gaps. It is thinner than others I have used but is more comfortable. This bib, on sale at CC, is a great deal for the chamois alone!
Also, the inseam is a length I like (not too short, and comfortably wraps the quads.) And the leg grippers are comfortable -- they do their job without being noticed.
I have some gripes, though: there is a large seam that runs right up the center of the shorts. It is not one of those "flat" seams and creates lines on my skin around my belly button. It feels a little uncomfortable, but I end up forgetting about it after a while in the saddle.
Also, the front comes up a little high for my taste... but that is something I may get used it. This is a more flattering and supportive style than a low-cut front.
Overall, I would recommend these bibs.
But I am still looking for a bib that lets me go to the bathroom without stripping down to my sports bra. If anyone has suggestions, let me know.
Thanks for the review! Would you say the sizing is more European or American? I've never worn this brand before and am unsure what size to get.


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We just recently set up a test server to try out Zimbra as a replacement for Exchange and everything is going great except for one problem, it doesn't seem like the AS/AV system is doing anything. I've checked and everything appears to be running fine, but when you go to AS/AV Activity in the Admin Console the graphs show nothing. If I run zmcontrol status it shows everything as running, and there are no error messages.
I've searched all over the forums and haven't found anything similar. I'm sorry for not including a lot of information with this, but I'm not really even sure where to look. If I had a virus I would email it to myself and test the system, but I don't.
Right now we are in a test environment and I'm the only one using it, but we are flowing mail through it. Yesterday I had 140 sent and 142 received messages, so I would think that it would show some activity.
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HP Notebook PCs - Using Bluetooth Devices (Windows XP)
Some HP notebooks are sold with built-in Bluetooth wireless capabilities. The Bluetooth notebook adapter makes short-range radio connections to a wireless Personal Area Network (PAN) and can access other Bluetooth-compatible devices, such as other computers, cell phones, audio headsets, a mouse, and printers.
Since the Bluetooth function connects the computer by radio rather than through cables, the devices can be moved around and remain connected to the computer. Bluetooth devices can automatically connect to the computer when they enter the computer's service area. The typical service area for computers or cell phones is about 30 feet (9 meters); however, it is only about 3 feet (1 meter) for a headset or keyboard.
Some of the common Bluetooth problems will display an error message. You can search the Microsoft and HP web sites using the exact message for information on the causes and solutions.
To establish a connection and transfer a file between two Bluetooth-enabled computers or between a mobile device, such as a cell phone, MP3 player, or PDA and a computer, you should:
Verify the computer has a Bluetooth device
The Bluetooth icon may display in the system tray even if the computer does not have a Bluetooth device. The product specification documents that came with the computer specify if your computer does or does not have a Bluetooth device.
This document only applies to HP computers that have installed:
Windows XP Service Pack 2 or greater.
HP Bluetooth drivers.
This document does not support Windows Bluetooth without these XP updates.
If your computer does not have a Bluetooth device, you can hide the Bluetooth icon.
The HP Wireless Assistant can also be used to Verify the device is installed and enabled. The HP Wireless Assistant only lists wireless devices that are installed on the computer.
To hide, or show, the Bluetooth icon, do the following:
Click Start, Control Panel, and then right-click the Bluetooth icon and select Open the Bluetooth Devices window.
On the Options tab, uncheck the Show the Bluetooth icon in the notification area option, click Apply, and then OK.
The Bluetooth icon no longer displays in the system tray.
Verify the device is turned on
Most notebooks have a switch or button on the case that sends power to the Bluetooth and wireless network devices. An indicator light glows blue when the Bluetooth or WiFi communication devices are turned on. The light glows amber when power to the device is turned off. The indicator light does not glow at all when power to the device is turned off. The HP Wireless Assistant software must be used to enable or disable the individual wireless functions.
Turning off the Bluetooth switch or button ends any device connection that has been opened.
Putting the computer into hibernation also turns off the Bluetooth function.
Verify the device is installed and enabled with HP Network Assistant
The HP Wireless Assistant allows you to verify that a Bluetooth device is installed and to check the status of the wireless devices on the computer. To enable the Bluetooth device, do the following:
Click Start, Control Panel, and then double-click HP Wireless Assistant.Figure : HP Wireless Assistant
By default, the Status column shows that both of the wireless devices are either on (enabled) or off (disabled). Also, by default, the Action column does not display.If you want to control one of the wireless devices individually, without affecting the other devices, click Properties, and then select the Independent controls for installed wireless devices option.Figure : HP Wireless Assistant - Settings
If you have removed the HP Wireless Assistant, it can be reinstalled using the Recovery Manager service.
Click Start, and then select HP Backup and Recovery Manager.
Select Advanced options.
Select Software program re-installation, and then click Next.
When prompted, click Next.
Select HP Wireless Assistant, and then click Next.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation of the HP Wireless Assistant.
Configure the computer as a host
To configure the computer as a host, you must set it up to broadcast its signal so that other Bluetooth devices can find and pair with it. After the host computer is successfully paired with the desired Bluetooth device, you should return to the Bluetooth Configuration screen and turn broadcasting off to keep your computer secure.
Before using the computer to access other Bluetooth devices, some basic settings should be configured. The configuration will allow the computer to act as a host and enable it to connect to other devices. Once you verify the Bluetooth switch is turned on and the device is enabled, do the following:
Right-click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar and select Advanced Configuration.
On the General tab, check the following settings:
Figure : Bluetooth Configuration - General tab
Give the computer a unique name that will identify it to other Bluetooth users.
Set the computer type to Laptop.
On the Accessibility tab, select the Let other Bluetooth devices discover this computer option.
note:You should deselect this option after you have paired the computer to the desired Bluetooth device so that it cannot be seen by other users to ensure the security of your computer.
Select the allow Only devices listed below option, and then click Add Device to view and select your Bluetooth devices.Figure : Bluetooth Configuration - Accessibility tab
Click OK to accept the settings and close the window.
Understanding protocols for sending or receiving files
Most computers with Bluetooth wireless capabilities support the following common protocols for transferring data. To use either protocol, both devices must support the same protocol (check the other device's Bluetooth documentation). Also, for security, during the transfer of files, the Bluetooth devices will prompt you to enter a passkey or pairing code so the devices can recognize each other.
File Transfer Protocol (FTP): Files can be copied into and out of shared directories (folders) by both computers. This service is equivalent to common network file sharing. To configure FTP to share files, do the following actions:
Double-click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar.
In My Bluetooth Places, select and open Other Device to view files in its shared directory.
Use Windows Explorer or other software to copy or move files between the computer and other device.
Object Push Profile (OPP): Both computers can send certain types of Microsoft Outlook data to the other computer's Bluetooth inbox, but cannot retrieve files from the other computer. TO configure OPP to share Outlook data, do the following actions:
Double-click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar.
In My Bluetooth Places, select and open Other Device.
To send a calendar item, note, or message, right-click the device's Inbox and select the desired option, then select the file to send. The file arrives in the device's inbox directory. To send a business card, right-click the device's Inbox and select the option to send the business card.
Transfer a file from the host computer to another device
After the computer has been configured as a host and is set to be discovered by another device, you can transfer a file by using the Windows Explorer. Both devices, the host computer and the mobile device, must have Bluetooth turned on. Remember that during the transfer, you will be prompted to enter a passkey or pairing code so the devices can recognize each other. You will need to enter the same pairing code into both devices within 10 to 15 seconds.
With both of the Bluetooth devices physically located near each other so you can enter information, do the following:
On the requesting computer, right-click the file you want to transfer, select Send To, Bluetooth, and then select the desired Bluetooth device.
On the receiving computer, when prompted that A Bluetooth device is requesting to connect to your computer, click the prompt and follow the instructions to either let the devices generate a pairing code, or you can make up a unique code.
Enter the pairing code in the receiving computer and click Enter or Next (depending on the version of Bluetooth used).
When a prompt displays on the requesting device, enter the same pairing code, and click Enter or Next.
When the devices recognize each other, the file transfer begins.
Now that the devices recognize each other, it is easier to transfer a file:
Right-click the Bluetooth icon , select Quick Connect, select File Transfer, and then select the desired Bluetooth device.
When prompted by the receiving device for a pairing code, select one of the options to either:
Prompt for a pairing code every time.
Automatically accept the existing pairing code.
Connect to a Bluetooth printer or serial device
Right-click the Bluetooth icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.
Select Explore My Bluetooth Places from the menu.Figure : My Bluetooth Places
Select View Devices in Range.
Select Search for Devices in Range.
Select the printer.
Select OK at the prompt to install the printer. The notebook searches for the printer driver. The Add printer Wizard opens.
If the printer is listed on the model list, select the printer model number, and then select OK.
If the printer is not listed, select Have Disk. Insert the software CD included with the printer, browse to the driver file for the language you want, select Open, and then select OK. Then select OK again. The printer driver is installed, and the printer Properties dialog box is displayed.
Select OK.
Configure the Bluetooth audio
To configure the Bluetooth audio, you must set it up to broadcast its signal so that other Bluetooth devices can find and pair with it. After the host computer is successfully paired with the desired Bluetooth device, you should return and turn broadcasting off to keep your computer secure.
Turn on the Bluetooth headset.
Right-click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar and select the Open Bluetooth Settings option.
On the Audio tab, select the desired Bluetooth device and click Connect.Figure : Bluetooth Settings - Audio tab
Start the desired audio playback application.Sound should now be audible through the Bluetooth headset.Depending on the particular headset model, a Properties window may be available to enable advanced features.Figure : Properties window exampleSee the manufacturer's instructions for more information.
Troubleshoot Bluetooth audio problems
If the audio application was playing before you connected the headset, the headset may not work. Try stopping and restarting the playback application. Sound should be audible through the headset after restarting the playback application.
If you move out of the reception area for the headset or turn it off, an error message may display.
Figure : Error message example
If such an error message occurs, go through the startup and connection again.
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WASHINGTON (WUSA9) -- Wednesday, several national, state and local officials released statements on the 12th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
Here are some of those statements:
President Barack Obama at the September 11th observance at the Pentagon Memorial:
"Good morning.
"From Scripture, we learn of the miracle of restoration. 'You who have made me see many troubles and calamities will revive me again. From the depths of the earth you will bring me up again. You will increase my greatness and comfort me again.'
"Secretary Hagel, General Dempsey, members of our Armed Forces and most of all, the survivors who bear the wounds of that day and the families of those we lost, it is an honor to be with you here again to remember the tragedy of twelve Septembers ago -- to honor the greatness of all who responded and to stand with those who still grieve and to provide them some measure of comfort once more. Together we pause and we pray and we give humble thanks -- as families and as a nation -- for the strength and the grace that from the depths of our despair has brought us up again, has revived us again, has given us strength to keep on.
"We pray for the memory of all those taken from us -- nearly 3,000 innocent souls. Our hearts still ache for the futures snatched away, the lives that might have been -- the parents who would have known the joy of being grandparents, the fathers and mothers who would have known the pride of a child's graduation, the sons and daughters who would have grown, maybe married and been blessed with children of their own. Those beautiful boys and girls just beginning to find their way who today would have been teenagers and young men and women looking ahead, imagining the mark they'd make on the world.
"They left this Earth. They slipped from our grasp. But it was written, 'What the heart has once owned and had, it shall never lose.' What your families lost in the temporal, in the here and now, is now eternal. The pride that you carry in your hearts, the love that will never die, your loved ones' everlasting place in America's heart.
"We pray for you, their families, who have known the awful depths of loss. And in the quiet moments we have spent together and from the stories that you've shared, I'm amazed at the will that you've summoned in your lives to lift yourselves up and to carry on, and to live and love and laugh again.
"Even more than memorials of stone and water, your lives are the greatest tribute to those that we lost. For their legacy shines on in you -- when you smile just like him, when you toss your hair just like her, when you foster scholarships and service projects that bear the name of those we lost and make a better world. When you join the firehouse or you put on the uniform or you devote yourself to a cause greater than yourself, just like they did, that's a testimony to them. And in your resilience you have taught us all there is no trouble we cannot endure and there is no calamity we cannot overcome.
"We pray for all those who have stepped forward in those years of war -- diplomats who serve in dangerous posts, as we saw this day last year in Benghazi, intelligence professionals, often unseen and unheralded who protect us in every way -- our men and women in uniform who defend this country that we love.
"Today we remember not only those who died that September day. We pay solemn tribute to more than 6,700 patriots who have given their full measure since -- military and civilians. We see their legacy in the friendships they forged, the attacks they prevented, the innocent lives they saved and in their comrades in Afghanistan who are completing the mission and who by the end of next year will have helped to end this war.
"This is the path that we've traveled together. These are the wounds that continue to heal. And this is the faith in God and each other that carries us through, that restores us and that we summon once more each time we come to hallowed ground -- beside this building or in a Pennsylvania field or where the towers once stood. Here, in such moments of grace, we are renewed. And it is here that we reaffirm the values and virtues that must guide us.
"Let us have the strength to face the threats that endure, different though they may be from 12 years ago, so that as long as there are those who would strike our citizens, we will stand vigilant and defend our nation.
"Let us have the wisdom to know that while force is at times necessary, force alone cannot build the world we seek. So we recommit to the partnerships and progress that builds mutual respect and deepens trust and allows more people to live in dignity, prosperity and freedom.
"Let us have the confidence in the values that make us American, which we must never lose, the shining liberties that make us a beacon of the world; the rich diversity that makes us stronger, the unity and commitment to one another that we sustain on this National Day of Service and Remembrance.
"And above all, let us have the courage like the survivors and families here today to carry on, no matter how dark the night or how difficult the day. 'You who have made me see many troubles and calamities will revive me again. And from the depths of the earth you will bring me up again. You will increase my greatness and you will comfort me again.'
"May God bless the memory of those that we lost. May he comfort you and your families and may God bless these United States of America."
U.S. Senator Tim Kaine said: "It's been twelve years since thousands of lives were lost in New York, Pennsylvania, and Northern Virginia. As we continue to mourn those we lost, we honor their memories and keep their friends and families in our prayers. Today we give thanks for the heroic efforts of first responders who put their lives on the line that day to save others, and our servicemembers who continue to sacrifice in defense of our nation. While I will never forget the terror of that day, I will always remember how people all over the Commonwealth and the nation supported one another and united behind the belief that our best days are still ahead."
Congressman Eric Cantor said: "Twelve years ago today, al Qaeda terrorists claimed the lives of nearly 3,000 innocent Americans in New York, Pennsylvania, and my home state of Virginia.
"As we honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, we are also mindful of the continued terrorist threat we face every day. Recent events in Syria and across the Middle East are a powerful reminder of the global threat that radical extremists and terrorists pose to the United States and our closest allies.
"We will never forget the victims, their families, and the brave first responders who put their lives at risk to save their fellow Americans. We must come together and rededicate ourselves to being ever vigilant in combating terrorism in all its forms and preventing future attacks."
Virginia gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe said:
"Today we remember the men and women who lost their lives twelve years ago to a devastating attack against our nation. Let us honor our firefighters, police, and first responders who ran towards danger to help those in need and the members of our armed forces who risk their lives every day to protect us at home and abroad. Here in Virginia and across America we stand together in remembrance and share the common goal of making our communities safer and stronger."
Attorney General and Virginia gubernatorial candidate Ken Cuccinelli said:
"Today we mourn the loss and honor the lives of our fellow Americans taken from us twelve years ago today. At the Pentagon as well as in New York, Pennsylvania and across the country, families and loved ones of those lost continue to grieve over senseless acts of Islamic terrorism that shook our nation.
"At the same time, we celebrate the courage of our firefighters, police officers and individual citizens whose heroism in the face of unbelievable adversity that tragic day united us all. It is that spirit of purpose and service, demonstrated in our darkest hour, which reveals the compassion we have for one another.
"On this most somber of anniversaries, we also express our deepest gratitude to the brave men and women who put their lives on the line to defend our freedoms. We continue to pray for the safe return of those serving overseas, and we express our sympathy and thanks to the families of our brave servicemen and servicewomen who gave the last full measure of devotion in defense of liberty.
"There are still evil extremists who continue to wish us harm, as we were reminded last year on this day when U.S. Ambassador Christopher Stevens and three courageous Americans were murdered in Benghazi, Libya while serving abroad. We must remain vigilant and determined so that peace and prosperity for Americans at home and abroad is secured for Virginians now and in the future.
"For those we lost, and those they left behind, we will never forget."
Congressman Rob Wittman released the following statement:
"Walking by the U.S. Capitol building this morning, my thoughts immediately turned to the attack on freedom twelve years ago on that fateful day. The dome of the building stands tall not only as a symbol of freedom, but also a reminder of those who have worked to protect her and our citizens from attack. Freedom again came under attack one year ago today in Benghazi, Libya. The ideals of American life unfortunately face challenges every day, and yet brave men and women continue to selflessly serve our nation as first responders and in our armed services. We will never forget those lost on this tragic day and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice to uphold the banner of our nation since then. We keep in our hearts the families of the victims and those who have served and continue to serve. May God continue to bless America."
Maryland Congressman Chris Van Hollen said:
"As we mark today's anniversary of the worst attack against us in the history of our country, we remember the 3,000 men, women, and children who lost their lives to a senseless act of terror. We also honor the countless acts of heroism we saw that day - in the aftermath of those heinous attacks, our nation demonstrated the very best of the American spirit. Finally, we recommit ourselves to the sense of unity that makes America great. Much has changed since the 9/11 attacks, but our values remain the same."
Congressman John K. Delaney said: "Today is a day of remembrance, reflection, and resolve. As a country, we mourn the innocent men, women, and children who were taken from us in the worst terrorist attack in U.S. history. The horror of that morning cannot and should not be forgotten.
"This is also a day to thank our men and women in uniform. We thank the first responders - the police officers, firefighters, medical workers - who saved so many lives. Their sacrifice represents the best of our country. We thank our service members and veterans for their work to protect us, including all those who volunteered to serve after 9/11.
"Twelve years later, our message to the world is clear: our nation will not be defeated."
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer said:
"Though twelve years have now passed since that tragic day on which we were attacked, the pain and heartbreak of September 11, 2001, will never be forgotten. For the loved ones of victims and for those who survived, this anniversary marks a solemn moment to remember the lives lost and lives changed forever. For our nation, it is an opportunity to mourn those no longer with us and to recall the heroism of our first responders who rushed headlong into burning buildings with little regard for the danger to their own safety. To the military personnel who have served in harm's way since that day, in pursuit of those who attacked us and their accomplices, we extend our heartfelt gratitude and rededicate ourselves to the mission of honoring their sacrifices while meeting our commitment to this nation's veterans.
"Today, as our troops continue to come home from Afghanistan and serve in defense of our security and interests across the world, America's strength has grown as a result of the work by our courageous service members and of our holding fast to this nation's founding principles of democracy, equal justice, and freedom of expression. No one - and no act of terror - will ever shake our commitment to these enduring values. My thoughts and prayers today are with Fifth District families of those who were lost as well as with all the military personnel and first responders, including those from Maryland, who continue to stand in defense of our freedom at home and around the world."
Maryland Lt. Governor Anthony G. Brown said: "Today as we honor the nearly 3,000 innocent victims who lost their lives 12 years ago, let us focus on remembering the acts of tremendous heroism that we witnessed from our first responders, flight attendants, passengers and everyday Americans who were just starting their work day on an ordinary Tuesday morning. Let us also honor the thousands of brave Americans who stood up and accepted the charge to defend our freedom on battlefields in Iraq and Afghanistan. It's these acts of courage, compassion and sacrifice that truly defined September 11th and these are the same values that will always unite us as one American people."
Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett said: "Twelve years ago today, a terrorist attack on our nation forever changed how Americans view the world. I will never forget the horror and disbelief of that day as the tragic events unfolded that resulted in so many lost lives.
September 11 is not an anniversary that we want to remember - but it is an anniversary that we must remember. We can never forget those who were lost or their families. We can never forget the circumstances that led to that fateful day. And, we can never forget the lessons we learned about the enduring need for vigilance.
I hope everyone will join me in keeping the victims and their families in our thoughts and prayers as we offer them our love and support. We will continue to honor them and the difference they made to our country, keeping them forever in our hearts and in our memories."
Takoma Park Police Public Information Officer Catherine Plevy said: "It's hard to believe that 12 years have gone by since the day that our country was changed forever. The repercussions from the 9/11 attacks still echo in the lives of those affected by tragedy. Charities and organizations from around the country have been giving back since 9/11/01 and continue to help those in need.
"Twelve years after the unspeakable tragedy and loss on 9/11/01, Americans still remember every detail and still feel the shock and the pain of the most violent attack imaginable. So many lives were lost. So many families and friends said goodbye that morning; not knowing that they would never see their loved one again. Every American's life changed on that unforgettable day.
"Take a moment to remember your experience. The horror of that day affected all of us and so many of us realized the value of our family, our country, our lives, and the moment. We felt how fragile and unpredictable life can be on a gut level on that day.
"Take another moment to remember those we lost and the people they left behind. Pray for the families and friends whose lives were ripped apart that day. Send silent blessings, wish them well, plant a flower, or whatever you choose. Just give them a moment.
The security of the City of Takoma Park depends greatly on citizen involvement. No police department can effectively protect life and property without the support and cooperation of the citizens it serves.
The Takoma Park Police Department needs your help in countering terrorism. Much like our Neighborhood Watch Program, we ask you to be our eyes and ears. Your reporting of suspicious activity can help thwart a terrorist's criminal intentions.
Terrorists are trained to "blend in" and assimilate to their surroundings. Most terrorist's acts are well organized and well planned. Terrorists will conduct training, surveillance, and "dry runs" prior to the commission of a terrorist act. They like to strike at government and civilian targets in an effort to instill fear.
Ironically, though it is the terrorist's intent to instill fear in you, it is you and your vigilance that the terrorist fears most! So, how can you assist?
We need you to:
-Remain alert and be aware of everyday activities in your neighborhood and the city.
-Encourage the involvement of family, friends and neighbors.
-Assume responsibility to observe and report activities that appear out of place or unusual.
If you become aware of suspicious activity DO NOT:
-Take direct action.
-Confront the individual.
-Reveal your suspicions.
If you become aware of suspicious activity DO:
- Record as many details as possible.
- Notify the appropriate authorities as soon as possible.
Describing possible events:
- Who did I observe?
- What specifically did I see?
- Where did I observe the suspicious behavior?
- When did I observe the suspicious behavior?
- Why do I think the behavior is suspicious?
Ways to improve observation skills:
Employ good listening skills.
- Do not let personal feelings interfere with the incident.
- Look at the entire situation before making a judgment.
- Watch for non-verbal communication signs.
- Use feedback to obtain and verify information or observations.
- Observe and report by dialing 9 - 1 - 1.
- Do not become personally involved. "


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Independent mayoral candidate Sandra "Queen" Noble sent an F-bomb-laden email to mayoral debate organizers and Libertarian Jim Berns quit the race in protest of news that two mayoral debates hosted by The Cincinnati Enquirer and WCPO will take place after the primary election.
Under the current primary system, multiple mayoral candidates are allowed to run. But come Sept. 10, voters will select the top two contenders in a primary. Those frontrunners will then face off in a final election on Nov. 5 to pick who will take over City Hall on Dec. 1.
Noble, who's known for being eccentric and running for public office multiple times but never being elected, began the chain of events with an explicit email.
"Fuck you man. The two motherfuckers burn," Noble wrote in a July 30 email to mayoral debate organizers. "Queen Noble is being robbed of the elections thanks to motherfucker such as yourself seeing the future and shit. The fuck you mean debate after the election robbing primary. It's a rip off for the incumbents in it self (sic). Dirty motherfuckers are backed by dirty motherfuckers cheating the public out the best candidates so fuck you and the primary election. Queen Noble will debate now asshole."
Berns replied in his own July 30 email, "Queen Noble is right. The September 10th Top Two Primary's only purpose is to cheat the public out of the best candidates for Mayor of Cincinnati."
Today, Berns announced he's withdrawing from the race in protest of the primary.
The criticism isn't new to local politics. Berns has been vocally critical of the primary process ever since the mayoral campaigns, media outlets and other interested parties began meeting early in the year to set up the debates.
Supporters of the primary system say it helps narrow down the field so voters can better evaluate and scrutinize the frontrunners. Some also claim it positively extends the electoral process, so voters are forced to think about their choice for mayor from the primary in September to the election in November.
Berns argues the primary system favors establishment candidates, especially when media outlets fail to cover campaign events and debates prior to the primary vote. He also says the $350,000 to $400,000 it costs the city to hold the primary is a waste of money, and voters should instead choose from a full pool of candidates in November.
The criticisms are further accentuated by how media outlets cover the election, which affects how the public and organizations that endorse candidates learn about them. It's rare a media outlet or local organization wants to
host a debate, especially a televised debate, before the primary, and
it's even rarer the debate involves more than the two expected
But that gives the most publicity to those who lead the race from the start. Not only do the top two contenders get to participate in a televised debate, but media outlets also tend to give much more coverage to the candidates they know are going to appear on television.
This year, the expected contenders are Vice Mayor Roxanne Qualls and ex-Councilman John Cranley, two Democrats. Both have said they support the primary system, although Cranley has stated he supports moving the date so it coincides with countywide or statewide elections earlier in the year.
Cincinnati has directly elected its mayors since 2001. Since then, the primary system has been necessary twice. The other mayoral elections involved only two candidates.
Until 2001, the mayor was the City Council candidate who got the most votes.
Democratic attorney general candidate David Pepper is criticizing Republican Attorney General Mike DeWine for contesting the case that's forcing the state to recognize the same-sex marriage of two Cincinnatians, one of who is currently sick with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, a deadly neurodegenerative disease with no known cure, and expected to die soon. "Above all, an Attorney General takes an oath to support and defend the U.S. Constitution. This case is a truly sad example of constitutional rights being violated, and the deep and personal harms that result from constitutionally unequal treatment," Pepper, a former Hamilton County commissioner and Cincinnati Council member, said in a statement. "I respectfully call upon Attorney General DeWine to recognize the clear constitutional wrongs taking place here. Allow this couple to spend their final weeks together in dignity."
The Cincinnati metropolitan area received a mixed jobs report in June, gaining some jobs over the year but not enough to match population trends. Cincinnati's seasonally unadjusted unemployment rate hit 7.4 percent in June, up from 6.8 percent in May and the same as the year before. Although the jobs report was fairly negative, the area has received some good news as of late: Housing sales were up in June despite higher interest rates, and CNBC host Joe Kernen, a Western Hills native, in July 22 segment declared, "Cincinnati has successfully reinvented itself as a hub for innovation" and technology.Early voting for Cincinnati's Sept. 10 mayoral primary begins Aug. 6. The candidates are Democrats Roxanne Qualls and John Cranley, Libertarian Jim Berns and Independent Queen Noble. The top two finishers will face each other again in the Nov. 5 election. Qualls and Cranley are perceived as the leading contenders in the race.
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Even without the parking plan, the city passed a budget with no public safety layoffs and is moving forward with plans for the Uptown interchange project, a downtown grocery store, a new garage to replace Pogue's Garage, Wasson Way and the Smale Riverfront Park. The turnaround has prompted some critics to question whether city officials were being honest when they cited a list of potential problems if the city failed to semi-privatize its parking assets to raise funds, but Mayor Mark Mallory and supporters say a lot changed between the time the threats were made and now, including tax revenues coming in at $4.5 million better than projected.
The Columbus Dispatch says Gov. John Kasich has found himself "playing defense" in the current budget cycle — a sharp contrast to the budget cycle in 2011. Both the Ohio House and Senate have greatly changed Kasich's original budget plan. Instead of taking up Kasich on his plan to expand the sales tax while lowering the rate, cut income taxes by 20 percent across the board and cut small business taxes, the House approved a 7-percent across-the-board income tax cut and the Senate replaced the House plan with a tax cut aimed at small businesses. Both chambers also rejected the Kasich-backed, federally funded Medicaid expansion and the governor's education funding plan.
Democratic Councilman Chris Seelbach says he was yelled and sworn at for several minutes by Democratic mayoral candidate John Cranley's campaign manager following open questions about whether Cranley is still a Democrat. Cranley has long opposed the city's streetcar project and parking plan, which have both received support from a majority of Democrats in City Council, and tacitly supports Amy Murray, a Republican City Council candidate.
Estimates for Cincinnati's Horseshoe Casino improved last month, coming in at $2 million more than April's estimates. The $20 million estimate is still nearly $2 million less than the casino received on opening month.
Former mayor Eugene Ruehlman died Saturday night at the age of 88.
Ohio gas prices remain at nearly $4 this week, above the national average.
The self-proclaimed "whistleblower" who leaked details about two NSA surveillance programs has revealed himself in Hong Kong.
Apparently Kings Island is open, and Adventure Express was evacuated due to a "mechanical problem."
The latest design for skateboard wheels is a square.
Cold War-era radiation apparently has the answer for whether adults keep making new brain cells.
Under Ohio law, petitions require signatures from both a supporter, who must reside in Cincinnati in the case of parking petitions, and a witness, who must be an Ohio resident and witness the act of someone signing the petition.
The video shows what seems to be parking petitions placed on business counters with limited supervision — potential evidence that some of the parking petitions were signed without a witness present.
Tim Burke, chairman of the Hamilton County Democratic Party and Hamilton County Board of Elections, says the Board of Elections is currently looking into what process needs to be followed as a result of the video.
Traditionally, Burke says, someone has to file a challenge, which would then be investigated by the board. At that point, the board would rely on subpoenas to get testimony from witnesses to determine whether their petitions were valid.
"Under oath, circulators are likely to tell us the truth," Burke says. "Did you witness all the signatures on that parking petition? If he says no or she says no, ... then none of those signatures are valid."But Burke says it's so far unclear whether that process will happen.
"The video is interesting, but it doesn't prove anything," he says. "Any challenger would have to link each one of those shots in the video to specific petitions that were signed by the circulator of the petition that was on those counters."
Even if someone did bring a challenge, it would require nearly 4,000 invalid signatures to halt the parking plan referendum effort. Yesterday, the Board of Elections announced the referendum effort had gathered 12,446 valid signatures — considerably more than the 8,522 required.
"Because they are so far over, there's going to have to be more evidence by any petitioner that there are problems well beyond those five or six sights shown in the video," Burke says.
Circulators who mishandled the process would
not face charges; instead, the signatures would simply be
discarded, according to Burke.
City Solicitor John Curp says the city's law department is taking "no side on whether there's a vote," and the city administration has not taken action based on the video.
Curp says he would like to confirm whether those are parking petitions and if the video is factual in its presentation.
"If those were parking petitions, that was certainly troubling," he says. "I hope this gets worked out in a timely manner."
The parking plan would lease the city's parking assets to the Greater Cincinnati Port Authority to help balance the city's operating budget deficits for the next two years and fund development projects around the city, including a downtown grocery store ("Parking Stimulus," issue of Feb. 27).
Opponents say they're concerned the plan will lead to higher parking rates and extended hours that will hurt the local economy. With 12,466 valid signatures, their referendum effort is expected to culminate in a vote this November.
City officials previously warned that without the parking plan the city will have to lay off cops and firefighters.
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An April 19 Quinnipiac University poll found a plurality of Ohioans now support same-sex marriage, continuing a trend first noted by a Washington Post poll in September.
With a margin of error of 2.9 percent, the Quinnipiac poll found 48 percent of Ohio voters now support gay marriage, with 44 percent still in opposition. That's an improvement from a Dec. 12 poll, which found 47 percent of Ohio voters were against same-sex marriage and 45 percent favored it.
The latest results varied greatly depending on the respondent's sex. Women supported same-sex marriage 52-40, while men opposed it 49-43.
The poll also found Ohio Sen. Rob Portman, a Republican, lost support after coming out in favor of same-sex marriage, but Quinnipiac's statement says the drop was likely attributable to a drop in overall Republican support. Portman's approval rating dropped to 40 percent, down from 44 percent in Feb. 28. Respondents had mixed feelings about Portman's same-sex marriage shift: 20 percent said they think more favorably of him, 25 percent said they think less favorably of him and 53 percent said it made no difference.
Even if the small drop is attributable to Portman's new views on same-sex marriage, the shift could be a net gain for the senator through increased campaign funds. After President Barack Obama came out in favor of same-sex marriage last year, his campaign raised $1.5 million in just 90 minutes even as some political pundits criticized the president's move as politically dangerous.
The legalization of same-sex marriage could be on the ballot this year following Freedom Ohio's efforts ("Evolution of Equality," issue of Nov. 28). If approved by voters, Freedom Ohio's proposed amendment would repeal Ohio's ban on same-sex marriage and legalize it while retaining some protections for religious institutions.
A Washington Post poll conducted in September found Ohioans were supportive of same-sex marriage for the very first time, with 52 percent in favor and 37 percent against.
In response to the March 28 announcement that City Manager Milton Dohoney Jr. has begun implementing a plan that will lay off cops and firefighters, mayoral candidate John Cranley released his own budget plan that claims to avoid layoffs and the implementation of the city's parking plan. But critics say Cranley's budget is unworkable.
Cranley's budget uses casino revenue, parking meter revenue and various cuts to raise nearly $33.8 million — more than the $25.8 million necessary to balance the budget without a parking plan.
Cranley's critics have taken to social media to claim Cranley's revenue projections are "fantasy." They also claim the across-the-board budget cuts ignore the city's priority-driven budgeting process, and there's no certainty that such broad cuts can be carried out without laying off city employees.
Whether avoiding layoffs is possible through Cranley's proposal remains unclear, even according to Cranley's two-page budget plan, which reads, "We need to identify only roughly $26 million to cover the 2014 deficit and will reduce some of these cuts to ensure that there are no layoffs."
Cranley says there is no certainty that the cuts could be carried out without any layoffs, but he says he would do everything he can to prevent personnel cuts: "I believe that people should take pay cuts. … If I cut the office of the council members' staff, I can't force an individual council member not to lay someone off, but I would certainly encourage them to reduce salaries as opposed to layoffs."
In government budget terms, a 10-percent cut to any department is fairly large — particularly for Cincinnati's operating budget, which uses 90 percent of its funds on personnel. In comparison, the cuts from the 2013 sequester, the across-the-board federal spending cuts that President Barack Obama and fellow Democrats say will lead to furloughs and layoffs around the nation, ranged between 2 percent and 7.9 percent, depending on the department.
The cuts make up one-third of Cranley's proposal, while the rest of the money comes from casino and parking meter revenue. For his casino revenue numbers, Cranley cites Horseshoe
Casino General Manager Kevin Kline, who told City Council he
expects the casino to raise $21 million each year, but city officials
have said they only expect $10 million a year.
Cranley insists the extra $11 million will come to fruition. He says, "I would put my track record of being the chairman of the budget committee for eight years, which balanced budgets without layoffs, ahead of the people at the city that estimated the costs of the streetcar."
Just in case, Cranley says his plan purposely overshoots the $25.8 million deficit to leave some leeway in carrying out cuts. But without the extra $11 million, Cranley's plan would only raise about $22.8 million — $3 million short of filling the budget gap.
Jon Harmon, legislative director for Councilman Chris Seelbach's office, says the city and state were originally expecting a lot more revenue from the state's new casinos, but the legalization of racinos, which enabled racetrack gambling, has pushed revenue projections down.
In February, Ohio's Office of Budget Management estimated the Horseshoe Casino will raise $75 million in tax revenue for the city, state and schools, down from a 2009 estimate of $111 million, after seeing disappointing returns from Ohio's already-opened casinos. The local numbers reflect a statewide revision downward: In 2009, the state government estimated Ohio's casinos would take in $1.9 billion a year, but that projection was changed to $957.7 million a year in February.
Even if Cincinnati's Horseshoe Casino does much better than the state's other casinos, the way casino revenue is collected and distributed by the state makes a $21 million windfall unlikely, according to Harmon. Before the state distributes casino revenue to cities, counties and schools based on preset proportions, the money is pooled together, which means all the casinos would have to hit original estimates for Cincinnati to get $21 million — an unlikely scenario, according to Harmon.
The other major revenue source in Cranley's budget is $5.2 million in parking meter revenue, which the city manager's office told CityBeat in February is usable for the general fund after months of insisting otherwise. Some of that money is already used in the general fund under current law, but the parking plan would remove that revenue altogether and replace it with new revenue. Cranley says his plan would forgo the parking plan and secure the $5.2 million in the general fund.
Among other cuts, Cranley's proposal would eliminate some of the money that goes to software licensing. With the way the cut is outlined in Cranley's two-paged budget proposal, it's unclear whether it would hit all software licensing or just some of it, but Cranley says his plan is only reducing $531,554 of about $2.6 million, which he says still leaves a $1 million increase over 2012's software licensing budget.
"I'm telling people what my priorities are: police, fire, parks, recreation, garbage collection, health department (and) human services," he says. "I believe that elected officials should not be paying consultants from Denver to tell people in Cincinnati what their priorities are. I believe that elected officials should tell the voters what their priorities are."
Cranley's comments are critical of the the city's priority-driven budgeting process, which ranked city programs based on feedback gathered through local surveys and meetings with Cincinnati residents.
With or without the parking plan, Cranley says the city is facing structural deficit problems. He says his plan permanently fixes those issues, while the parking plan would only eliminate the deficit for the next two fiscal years.
Cranley and Libertarian mayoral candidate Jim Berns oppose the city's parking plan, while Vice Mayor Roxanne Qualls, another Democratic mayoral candidate, supports it.
The parking plan, which was approved by City Council on March 6, would lease the city's parking assets to the Port of Greater Cincinnati Development Authority to help balance the deficit for the next two fiscal years and fund development projects, including a downtown grocery store ("Parking Stimulus," issue of Feb. 27).
But the semi-privatization plan is being held up in court. Most recently, Hamilton County Judge Robert Winkler ordered a permanent restraining order on the plan pending a referendum effort. The extended injunction sparked criticism from city officials, who say delays will lead to fiscal and procedural problems.
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A new Saperstein Poll suggests Ohioans have dramatically shifted on same-sex marriage,
with 54 percent now supporting a new amendment to legalize gay marriage
and only 40 percent against it. FreedomOhio's amendment would repeal
Ohio's 2004 same-sex marriage ban and instead grant marriage rights to the
state's many LGBT individuals. CityBeat covered the same-sex marriage amendment in further detail here and the inevitability of gay rights here. Last week, Gov. John Kasich reaffirmed his opposition to same-sex marriage and civil unions, which likely holds bad political consequences because of changing demographics.
Will Portman, Ohio Sen. Rob Portman's son, wrote about coming out to his father and the experiences that followed in today's Yale Daily News. In the column, Portman explained why his father took two years to shift on same-sex marriage: "Some people have criticized my dad for waiting for two years after I came out to him before he endorsed marriage for gay couples. Part of the reason for that is that it took time for him to think through the issue more deeply after the impetus of my coming out. But another factor was my reluctance to make my personal life public."
If the Ohio Department of Education adopts the more rigorous school report cards demanded by lawmakers, many of the state's charter schools will get F's. Most schools would fall under the new standards, but 72 percent of charter schools would fail — an unwelcome sign for alternative schools often touted by Republicans for offering more school choice. The schools' advocates claim the discrepancy between charter schools and other traditional public schools is driven by demographics and greater diversity.
But Ohio's charter schools are also safer for LGBT individuals than traditional schools, according to StateImpact Ohio.
City Councilman Chris Seelbach announced Friday that City Council is poised to support a motion that will prevent companies and other groups from discriminating if they take public funds. The initiative is coming together after the Gay, Lesbian, Straight Education Network (GLSEN) was prevented from marching in the St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Western & Southern has launched the next phase of its ongoing legal attack to run the Anna Louise Inn out of the Lytle Park neighborhood: The financial giant is now accusing ALI and the city of lying and discrimination. In a letter to City Solicitor John Curp, Western & Southern's attorneys claimed ALI can't take federal funds and continue refusing services to men. The city and ALI are so far unsure whether Western & Southern has a case.
Cincinnati's Catholic schools have grown into the sixth largest Catholic schools network in the nation, serving 44,732 students in preschool through 12th grade.
New condos are opening in Over-the-Rhine.
Thousands of jobs are opening at Ohio's insurance companies.
Ohio gas prices are up this week.
A comet, not an asteroid, may have killed the dinosaurs. The study may provide fuel to those worried about an impending apocalypse: There are about two million asteroids more than one kilometer wide in the solar system, but scientists estimate that there are up to one trillion comets.


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We are in the process of migrating from a simple Linux/Postfix/POP3 email server to Zimbra, and at the same time we are trying to get our users to switch from Outlook (mostly 2000, some 2003) to the Zimbra Web Client. Because most of our users have Outlook 2000 we cannot use the .pst import tool, and instead have been copying email messages over to Zimbra through Outlook, and using Contacts .csv import and .ics import for the Calendar.
For the Calendar we found a free tool called outlook2ical, which allows us to save the Outlook calendar in ics format. We are then taking the ics file, and using the method described in the User Migration Wiki page (curl....?fmt=ics) we have been imported them into Zimbra. For the most part this has worked great and has saved us a great deal of time. However, we have run into a couple of issues.
1. On a few of the calendars (4 out of about 20 so far) the curl command starts the import, but them bombs out. I get several lines of error messages, ending in one that says "The full stack trace of the root cause is available in the Apache Tomcat/5.5.15 logs." This might help in troubleshooting the problem, except I can't seem to find anything in any logs related to this import. The other error messages on the screen don't give any indication of where in the file it stopped or why it stopped. So, I'm left with no idea of what got imported and what didn't. A couple of the problem files were small enough that I could kind of figure out what didn't get imported and work around the problem. However, the other two are rather large and I am totally lost. So, my question is am I just missing something in the logs and/or is there any way to find out what got imported and what didn't?
2. I have two COS's, the default and another one I called migrate. Somewhere along the line on both COS's the 'zimbraPrefTimeZoneId' got set to Pacific Time; I am in the Eastern Time Zone. I don't every remember being prompted to set this value, and I can't find any spot in the Admin web page to set/change it. I figured out how to change it with the 'zmprov' command, but the problem as it relates to the calendar migration is that all the events in these .ics files that I imported got stamped with the Pacific Time Zone, so they are three hours off. Of course, as my luck would have it none of the users picked up on this problem, and I only discovered it in troubleshooting problem 1. My question here is can I make a sweep of the user calendars using 'zmprov' or something and change anything with a Pacific Time Zone to Eastern Time Zone? If this is not possible, what is the best way to wipe out a user calendar so that I can start the imports from scratch?
Any help on either issue would be appreciated.