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Published: Wednesday, January 8, 2014 at 4:22 p.m.
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Southport Police Officer Bryon Vassey was protecting another officer when he shot and killed 18-year-old Keith Vidal at the teenager's Boiling Spring Lakes home on Sunday, according to a statement released Wednesday by the N.C. Police Benevolent Association (NCPBA).
Boiling Spring Lakes Officer John Thomas, Brunswick County Sheriff's Office Deputy Samantha Lewis and Vassey used appropriate procedures for armed domestic calls, according to the statement.
Mark Wilsey, Vidal's stepfather, said Wednesday afternoon that the family is planning to hold a press conference to respond to the benevolent association's version of events
During the initial 911 call, Wilsey said the teenager wanted to fight his mother and was carrying a screwdriver. Vidal repeatedly refused to surrender that screwdriver after police arrived, according to the NCPBA statement.
Shortly after Vassey arrived on scene, two officers tased Vidal. In a statement on Wednesday, Brunswick County Sheriff John Ingram confirmed Lewis used her stun gun, but not her firearm.
"After being tased, Vidal made physical contact with Officer Thomas using the hand holding the deadly weapon," the NCPBA statement said. "The officers present realized the immediate and deadly threat to Officer Thomas's life. Detective Vassey employed authorized law enforcement action to stop the continuing threat of deadly harm to Officer Thomas and others."
On radio traffic with Brunswick County 911 dispatch, Vassey can be heard saying he used deadly force to protect himself.
"He was protecting himself and Officer Thomas," said John Midgette, the NCPBA's executive director, Wednesday afternoon.
Midgette added evidence he's seen proves "it was clear beyond doubt" that Vassey's actions were appropriate.
Thomas and Vassey are both members of the NCPBA, a trade association that provides officers with legal aid if they need it as a result of events that occur in the line of duty.
Lewis is not a member.
Vassey is being represented by James Payne and Thomas is being represented by Mike McGuinness. Payne confirmed Wednesday that his client allegedly fired his weapon during the encounter.
During a press conference Monday, Wilsey said he and two officers were struggling with the teenager after Vidal was tased, but before he was shot. At that point, Vassey reached around Wilsey and fired his gun.
"He could have hit the officer," Wilsey said.
Tuesday, Boiling Spring Lakes and the Brunswick County Sheriff's Office cleared Thomas and Lewis, respectively, of any wrongdoing in the incident.
Vassey, however, is still on paid administrative leave and the Southport Police Department's investigation into his conduct is still open, said Chief Jerry Dove on Wednesday afternoon.
Dove said he is likely to wait until the N.C. State Bureau of Investigation finishes its ongoing investigation before completing his agency's inquiry.
"I have turned it over to (the SBI), basically," he said.
All three officers are still subject to the ongoing SBI probe, McGuinness said.
Speaking specifically about the decision to return Thomas to the force after about two days with an SBI investigation ongoing, Midgette said, "We are not surprised by the chief's decision in the sense that we believe both officers acted as per their training."
Family members on Monday praised the manner both Lewis and Thomas approached Vidal, who suffered from schizophrenia and depression.
Emergency personnel have been to the President Drive home where Vidal lived nine times since Jan. 1, 2013, according to Brunswick County 911 records.
At least three of those occasions were for medical calls, but it is unclear from records if those situations involved the teenager.
Of the other calls, five were officer-initiated and one was related to a possible probation violation, according to records. Again, it is unclear if any of those calls were related to Vidal.
Wilsey said Monday that Thomas was familiar with Vidal.
The teenager did not have a criminal record, according to N.C. Department of Correction records.
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GLEN DALE - If the Wheeling Park baseball team achieves its goals this season, it might look at Monday as a watershed moment.
The Patriots scored eight runs during the final two innings - four in the sixth and four in the seventh - and rallied twice in the late going to stun John Marshall, 9-7, at Monarch Field.
Park trailed 5-1 after five innings. But even as the situation looked bleak, its coach, Mike McLeod, never even thought about getting on the bus with an 'L.'
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''We've been fightin' and scratchin' every game like this,'' Mcleod said as his voice choked up with emotion. ''We have a lot of heart. We have kids that just won't give in ... they won't.
''I'm proud of them.''
Meanwhile, JM coach Bob Montgomery said the game was a missed opportunity for his club.
''Park put the pressure on us,'' he said. ''They've won a lot of games this way.
''We gave them opportunities. But I'm proud of my guys. We'd let some slip away before, but this one is tough because we had the game in control.''
It's true.
The Monarchs scored three times in the fifth to take what looked like a commanding 5-1 lead.
Mitch Whorton led off the frame reaching on an error. Shane Wellman followed with a single. Then, Zach Winland sliced a ground-rule double to right that scored Whorton to make the score 3-1 with no outs.
With Wellman on third and Jeremiah Fromhart batting, Patriots' starter Michael Grove uncorked a wild pitch and Wellman came home to make the score 4-1.
Moments later, Fromhart hit a sacrifice fly that scored pinch runner Cody Frazier to make the count 5-1.
Justice Jackson started the sixth with a single. Two batters later, Andrew Kowalo hit a shot between second and third. JM was unable to make a play and both runners were safe.
Grove followed with a hit that bounced off second base and into the outfield. Next, Trevor Stewart hit the ball into the infield. Again, no play was able to be made and Kowalo scored to make the score 5-3.
Jesse Hartley rapped a double to left a few pitches later scoring Grove to trim the deficit to one. And, when Chase Moffett grounded out, Stewart scored to tie the game .
Just when it looked like Park had seized the momentum, JM regained the lead in the bottom of the inning without getting a hit.
Tanner Filben walked to start the inning. Groundouts by Chris Minder and Whorton moved Filben to second and third, respectively. Moments later, with Wellman facing a 2-1 count, a Grove pitch got past Park catcher Matt Hackathorn and Filben raced home to give JM a 6-5 lead.
Needing a run to stay alive in the seventh, the Patriots got that run and three more for good measure.
Kowalo laced an RBI double to tie the game with one out. Then, Grove slapped a single to center scoring pinch runner Grove Calvert giving the Patriots their first lead, 7-6.
Later, with two outs, Hartley provided some insurance with a mammoth two-run homer to left.
''We've been here before,'' McLeod said. ''We didn't play well early, no question. The Wellman kid is an awesome pitcher ... he's a college-level pitcher.''
Wellman took the loss, but held the Patriots to a run and two hits through five innings.
''I think we'll be the top seed for the (Class 5A) OVAC Tournament,'' McLeod said. ''We have to be focused on that and go from there.''

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North Marion falls at Santa Fe
Published: Friday, March 8, 2013 at 6:30 a.m.
Last Modified: Friday, March 8, 2013 at 12:34 a.m.
ALACHUA — Santa Fe scored two runs with two outs in the bottom of the sixth inning, one on an outfield error and the other on a passed ball, to beat North Marion, 4-2, on Thursday at Matt Schwartz Memorial Field.
The game, which was originally scheduled to be played at North Marion on Wednesday, was moved to Alachua because of a hole discovered on the field and fears of a possible sinkhole.
The Colts (4-4) , which had the bases loaded on Raiders starting pitcher Clint Duke in the first, scored just one run, leaving two on base after back-to-back strikeouts.
Down 2-1, North Marion tied it in the top of the sixth when Dalton Southerland, who opened with a single and moved to second on a sacrifice bunt from Matt Grubb, scored after back-to-back singles from Walker Burgess and Daylyn Jones. Burgess had two hits in the game.
Colts starter Garrison Vandeventer, who struck out the side in the second inning, allowed six hits in five innings with five strikeouts. Reliever Alec Hayes, who came in relief in the sixth, took the loss.
"I thought Garrison Vandeventer did a great job for us today," North Marion coach Dale Hall said. "He made plays all the way until we had the bobbled ball in the sixth inning.
"The bottom line is we didn't swing the bat tonight. We had numerous opportunities to go up early and when you are on the road you have to do those type of things. We just could not get the job done. Our hitters have to do a better job at making adjustments."
As to the Colts' field, Hall said it was the result of a rotted oak tree stump.
"It turned out not to be a sinkhole," he said. "It was an old oak tree stump that finally gave way. They filled it up this morning and we are good to go."
North Marion hosts Belleview today at 6:30 p.m.
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Clone Zone Classics: 1991 ISU-Missouri
COLUMBIA, Mo. - Quarterback Kevin Caldwell's record-setting performance helped the Cyclones win a 23-22 decision over the Missouri Tigers.
The Cyclones scored first on a 12-yard touchdown run by Caldwell and on a 26-yard field goal by placekicker Ty Stewart, putting ISU up 10-0 with 5:07 left in the first quarter. Mizzou came back with two field goals of its own to cut the ISU lead to 10-6. Stewart connected once again, hitting a 38-yard field goal with 3:08 remaining in the first half, but the Tigers scored a touchdown with :53 left to tie the game, 13-13 at halftime.
In the second half, ISU jumped out to a 23-13 lead on a successful 43-yard field goal by Stewart and a 14-yard touchdown run by fullback Jim Knott. Nevertheless, the Tigers pulled to within a touchdown with 2:25 left in the fourth quarter on a 33-yard field goal by placekicker Jeff Jacke. Then, with four seconds left in the game, the Tigers' Kenny Holly caught a four-yard touchdown pass to pull Missouri within one point. The Tigers elected for a two-point conversion and the victory instead of the tie. Johnson's pass attempt to the same receiver, Holly, was intercepted by ISU defensive back Weylan Harding to end the game.
Caldwell rushed for more yards than any Iowa State quarterback ever, gaining 164 yards in 30 attempts.
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Jackson County Sheriff's office have determined the body found Saturday in Liberty Township is a 63 year old female from Addison.
Jackson County Sheriff's office is working with Lenawwee County Sheriff's office during the investigation.
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John Daly joined Will Wilcox with the lowest round of the day in the third round of the Sony Open, spinning a 6-under-par 32-32=64.
Jordan Spieth made a splash during round two of the DEAN & DELUCA Invitational, signing a 4-under-par 31-35=66 to reach the midpoint at 7-under 133, just one stroke off the current clubhouse leader Webb Simpson.
Webb Simpson kept his foot on the gas pedal with a 3-under-par 34-33=67 during round two of the DEAN & DELUCA Invitational, grabbing an early claim of the clubhouse lead at 8-under 132.
Danny Willett tacked on a 4-under-par 29-39=68 to his opening 66 and has a three-shot clubhouse lead in the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth.
Webb Simpson styled a 5-under-par 33-32=65 during the opening round of the DEAN & DELUCA Invitational, placing him at T2 just one stroke off the leader Bryce Molder.
Bill Haas survived a cold putter en route to a bogey-free, 3-under-par 33-34=67 during the first round of the DEAN & DELUCA Invitational, placing him three strokes off the early pace set by Bryce Molder.
Afternoon starter Joost Luiten made it a three-way tie atop the first-round leaderboard at the BMW PGA Championship after shooting a 7-under-par 31-34=65.
Bryce Molder fired out of the gates with a bogey-free, 6-under-par 29-35=64 in the opening round of this week's DEAN & DELUCA Invitational.
YE Yang recovered from an opening bogey to paint a 7-under-par 32-33=65 on day one of the BMW PGA Championship in England and shares the lead with Scott Hend and Joost Luiten.
Scott Hend torched the West Course at Wentworth for a 7-under-par 31-34=65 on Thursday, good enough for tied first spot after day one of the BMW PGA Championship.
Prior to the start of the event, Brian Stuard has backed out of this week's DEAN & DELUCA Inviational, citing a nerve issue in his back. Tim Wilkinson will take his place in the field.
Chris Kirk makes his way back to Fort Worth, Texas, in anticipation of his title defense at this week's DEAN & DELUCA Invitational.


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Book your room at Wyndham Garden - Manhattan Chelsea West
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This Midtown Manhattan hotel is 2 blocks from the Flatiron Building and 9 blocks (a half-mile) from the Empire State Building. A subway station is 1 block from the hotel. Times Square is 1 mile north.
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Opened in 2008, the Wyndham Garden Hotel is entirely smoke-free. Tre Stelle, the hotel's Italian restaurant, features homemade pastas and seasonal menus.
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Wyndham Garden Hotel is on West 24th Street, a half-block from the intersection of Broadway and Fifth Avenue. The immediate area abounds in architectural gems, including the wedge-shaped Flatiron Building, 2 blocks away. The 1909 MetLife Building and the 1928 New York Life Building tower majestically over Madison Square Park, 1 block from the hotel. Danny Meyer's popular Shake Shack is also located in the park.
The hotel is 100-percent nonsmoking. Tre Stelle, the hotel's Italian restaurant, serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktails. An outdoor seating area is open seasonally. Room service is available from early morning until late evening. Complimentary small plates of seasonal appetizers are served during happy hour with the purchase of a cocktail or glass of wine. Self parking is available (surcharge).
This property does not allow pets.
- 24-hour front desk
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- Conference space size (feet) - 12000
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Tre Stelle: Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine with a modern twist at Wyndham Garden - Manhattan Chelsea West's trendy hotel restaurant. With a chic and swanky ambiance, this modern Italian restaurant serves innovative Italian fare with the freshest ingredients and seasonal menus. Enjoy an entrée, appetizer, cocktail or wine at the bar, lounge, and lovely seasonal outdoor patio overlooking New York City. Reservations are recommended. Tre Stelle is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner from 7 AM - 10:30 PM. Happy Hour is from 5 PM - 8 PM.
Hotel Room Service: For a private dining experience, room service provided by Tre Stelle is available between 7 AM - 10:30 PM. Grab snacks and beverages at Wyndham Market, open 24 hours every day in the lobby.
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Minimum check-in age is 21
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No rollaway/extra beds available
- Deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
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- Breakfast fee: USD 12.25 per person (approximately)
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 75 per vehicle (roundtrip)
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I'm running Zimbra 7.1.4_GA_2555 + patch-7.1.4_GA_2568 on Ubuntu 8.04 32-bit. Now I have to move the Zimbra installation to a new server because we are migrating from XenServer to VMware.
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Enormous progress has been made during the past few years in getting Ohio state government out of the fiscal wilderness. For several years during the administration of former Go....
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last year my buddy and I started hunting for the first time. We were extremely excited to get started, we have both been fishing and camping since we were young but nether one of our fathers hunted so we had no one to show us the ropes. We tried hunting D7 last season near wishion and it was NOT a good experience. We had no idea what we were doing and it just became frustrating. Of course since then we have had a year to research and read up, but we are still wet behind the ears. This season we are determined to get a deer! We do NOT want to go back to wishion.
would anyone be kind enough to give us some ideas of where to hunt in D7 or D8?
I have read about people saying above the timber line but have no idea where that is or how to get there.
I have also been told to try Aheart meadows?
Also what kind of techniques should we use? last season we just went walking around for hours and it was incredibly ineffective. Even when we did get to a high point the vegetation was to dense to glass.
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Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert
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|Running Time: 75 mins.
|MPAA Rating: G
|Box Office: $65,280,346.00
|Genre: Documentary, Family, Music
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Summary:Captures 14-year-old singing sensation, Miley Cyrus, in concert at several venues on her 2007 54-city tour. She performs as both a solo artist and as her popular television character, Hannah Montana.


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Lonestar Roundup Event - Trucking Texas StyleWritten by Gerry Burger on August 11, 2010 The Lonestar Round Up Rides Again
There was a time when rod runs were events put on by local car clubs, meant to bring local hot rodders together. As hot rodding enjoyed a big period of growth in the late '60s and early '70s national associations were formed to bring larger groups of hot rodders together with a series of regional and national events. Suddenly there were a lot of big events and many of the local club rod runs began to drop from the scene. There are still many club events that draw a good crowd and have a proud heritage, but what is really refreshing is to see a resurgence in club events in recent years. The Lonestar Roundup in Austin, Texas, is produced by the Kontinentals Car Club and in nine short years they have gone from a local event held at a high school to an event that filled the Austin Fairgrounds with over 1,200 cars and trucks this year. It is a success story based on attracting young, energetic hot rodders and mixing cool hot rods with great music and a laid-back, fun atmosphere. Like many fun events, there is a certain intangible ingredient that makes this event blossom while others fade. In this case the location is a great one, with Austin, Texas, being a good destination for hot rodders who enjoy basic hot rods. The Lonestar Roundup now has national and international buzz going on making this one of the premier club-produced events today.
The event began on Friday with a garage crawl that took about 100 hot rods on a tour of three shops and culminated with a short car show at the Dell Children's Medical Center; bringing some joy to these great kids is one of the best parts of the entire event. Mark Gustafson and his '59 GMC pickup lead the crawl this year that began at Austin Speed Shop, then on to Mercury Charlie's, and finally to Pipeworx. Each shop had interesting cars under construction and cruising to shops in the early morning sunshine is simply a great way to start any car weekend.
After the car show at the Dell Children's Medical Center, we motored out to the fairgrounds for the first day of the event. What we found was a great bunch of trucks and hot rods ranging from perfect patina to highly finished trucks, and the diversity of makes, models, and styles represented every commercial vehicle you could imagine.
Perfect weather and lots of good live music provided a festive atmosphere this year, and of course the cursory trip through the swap meet and car corral ended with time spent watching mini-bike races inside one of the stock buildings. As Friday wound down folks headed into Austin to hang out down on South Congress, do some cruising, and listen to some live music.
No doubt the anticipated Friday night partying was a key part of the decision to open the gates at 10 a.m. on Saturday; a laid-back and leisurely start to any event. By 11 a.m. the fairgrounds were full and by midday it was difficult to even find a parking spot. Spectators filled the place and once again picture perfect weather made for another great day. The fun continued in downtown Austin Saturday night, bringing the official part of the Lonestar Roundup 2010 to an end. If you like good music, good people, and over 1,000 traditional-style hot rods and trucks, mark April 15-17, 2011 on your calendar for the big 10th Anniversary of this great event.
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Olive drab is not so drab when you lay it down over a low-slung roadster pickup. A Buick Nailhead powers the early truck.Now here's a study in contrast from the stock and primer stance to the slammed patina pickup. Randy Ruiz owns the '55 in the foreground, while the slammed truck runs zoomie exhaust and a unique cooling system.Candy green over a silver base is a great way to do a traditional panel and scallop paint scheme. Steve Szymanski's '63 Ford was loaded with traditional touches.This pretty well sums up the Lonestar Roundup: painted, primer, or rust. It's all good at the Austin Fairgrounds.We're not sure what came first, the name or the truck, but Red Gonzalez sure has a super-straight '41 Chevrolet panel painted an appropriate hue.This F-1 was looking good at the Austin Speed Shop. Dark blue suede covers some very nice Ford tin. See a full feature elsewhere in this issue.Very cool door art is supported by a vintage Mercury outboard motor in the bed. Marc Britt brought his "Hydro Race Truck" in from Granbury, Texas.
D.W. Pitt drives this '56 F-100. The black primer, wide whites, and hubcaps make this truck look like something straight out of 1961.Nathan Hale and Colin Edwards both hale from Lewisville, Texas, and Hale's Speed Shop is where they can be found. Both the '63 Ford and the '49 Chevy have bumpers slammed on the ground.J. Ferriera kept things simple and effective with a white paint scheme and red rims. The '55 F-100 rolled in from Round Rock, Texas.The two-tone paint scheme caught our eye first, but closer examination showed a truck that was loaded with details, and an interior as nice as the exterior.Raul Silva rides with Early Times of El Paso, Texas. His '53 Ford was one of the standout trucks at this year's event.Vintage gas station motif is a natural on an old truck, and Chris Andrews decided his '50 Chevy would look good sporting the famed flying A on the doors, and we agree.Jimmy Baker's two-tone F-100 has all the contemporary tricks from the front-hinged hood to the proper stance. The truck is detailed from top to bottom.A nice mix of flames and scallops grace the faded red finish on T. Wall's '63 Ford. The patina appears to be true aged paint, but it's getting more difficult to separate faux finish from the aged paint patina.
This '46 International Harvester owned by Terry Montsomer mixed primer and surface rust in equal proportions. The '53 Buick headlight trim adds a traditional look to the truck, and you'll notice the pickup also has the original Texas nerf bars on the front.Talk about rare, when was the last time you came across a '47 Dodge Panel Delivery? Don Sawyer was lucky enough to find one and give it the vintage hot rod treatment.Cruising is a big part of the fun at the Lonestar Roundup and is a great way to see the 1,000-plus hot rods in attendance.Basically stock sheetmetal remains on this '48 F-1, but the hot rod stance, color choice, and wheels let you know this is no stocker.


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Miami, August 20, 2013 – Prestige Cruise Holdings' two upscale cruise brands, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, took top honors at the Virtuoso® Gala Awards in Las Vegas for the third year in a row. Virtuoso travel advisors named Oceania Cruises as "Best Premium/Contemporary Cruise Line" and Regent Seven Seas Cruises as "Best Luxury Cruise Line."
Virtuoso, the leading international luxury travel network, revealed the winners of its prestigious 2013 Virtuoso Supplier Awards on August 15 during its 25th annual Virtuoso Travel Week.
In addition to taking top honors this year, Oceania Cruises won "Most Innovative Cruise Line" in 2011 and "Best Premium/Contemporary Cruise Line" in 2012. Regent Seven Seas Cruises has won "Best Luxury Cruise Line" three years running.
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though he tries to sign talib (i sign or tag)
of all the pieces needed in fa and draft, he and i differ only at one possition, adding a top pass rusher which i put at priority 1. he doesnt address at all.
otherwise he has, wr/cb in rd 1, wr. cb in rd 2 (i have both of these IF WE get a pss rusher in fa, which is my preference [otherwise i go pass rsuher in rd 1 and cb/wr in rd 2 adn 3]), and offensive tackle in rd 3 (since he lets volmer go).
for free agents he has stretch the field x receiver as #1 priorty (i have as tied for #2 priority after pass rusher).he says get the best one on the market (AND draft one in rd 1 or 2).
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Glendale, AZ (Sports Network) - Paul Konerko and Conor Gillaspie each clubbed
two-run home runs to help the Chicago White Sox earn an 8-4 decision over the
Texas Rangers on Wednesday in spring training action.
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scoreless innings of one-hit ball to earn the victory.
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MOUNT VERNON, Maine (NEWS CENTER) - Firefighters from several neighboring towns were called to the scene of a fire at a home on Bean Road in Mount Vernon.
The homeowners called for help around 7:30 Friday night when they noticed smoke coming from the eaves of the home.
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Deputies say they may upgrade charges against a may who is accused of trying to holdup a pharmacy Wednesday.
Ryan Mullins is charged with attempted robbery with a dangerous weapon and assault by pointing a gun.
The attempted robbery happened around 12:40 p.m. at Allen Drugs in Pollocksville. The pharmacist, Billy Allen, says he was pushed down during the crime.
Deputies say Allen is now in the hospital due to those injuries and he will be there at least until Saturday.
The 20-year-old Mullins is jailed on a $50,000 bond.
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About 12:40 Wednesday afternoon, the Jones County Sheriff's Office responded to a call at Allen Drugs in Pollocksville in reference to an attempted armed robbery.
Deputies were told a man wearing a motorcycle helmet and brandishing a firearm entered the business and demanded prescription narcotics. Deputies say the owner of the business was shoved to the ground by the suspect who fled before he could get the drugs.
Deputies and Troopers and Jones County searched nearly 2 hours and found 20 year old Ryan Mullins near Mill Creek Road in Pollocksville. Deputies recovered multiple items the suspect had cast off during his flight, including his t-shirt, motorcycle, cell phone and motorcycle helmet.
Ryan Mullins of Swansboro is charged with Attempted Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon and Assault by Pointing a Gun. Mullins was booked into the Jones County Jail under a $50,000 secured bond.
Authorities say a man they believe tried to rob a pharmacy this afternoon in Jones County has been arrested.
Allen Drugs in Pollocksville was the scene of the attempted hold-up that happened around 12:45 p.m.
The suspect is 20 year old Ryan Mullins.
Sheriff Danny Heath says his deputies and the Highway Patrol were searching the area off Mill Creek Road when troopers came across the suspect.
"When I say zero tolerance, I mean just that: zero tolerance," said Sheriff Heath. "Robbing a pharmacy is criminal activity that will not be tolerated in this county. We're not playing around, here."
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Lawmen are investigating the attempted robbery of a pharmacy in Jones County.
Deputies say someone tried to rob Allen Drugs in Pollocksville around 12:45 p.m.
The pharmacist tells WITN News that the robber jumped over the counter and demanded from him something that he didn't understand. The robber knocked the pharmacist down and then ran out. It doesn't appear the robber got anything in the holdup.
The pharmacist says he believed the man had a gun.
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Gary Antonelli from Ohio sent in some pics of his (we're guessing, since Gary didn't specify) '55 Dodge truck after years of reading CLASSIC TRUCKS without seeing enough "off-brand" trucks. This is something we always try to address when it comes up by saying there just aren't that many out there, so we're thankful for your submissions!
Anyway, Gary traded a '57 Chevy two-door wagon for the old truck, which he says came from the West Coast about five years ago. He drove the Dodge for a few years in its stock form until sudden frozen brakes and a fire hydrant "sidelined the old warrior," as he puts it. Afterward, Gary installed a small-block 400 and TH400 trans along with a 10-bolt rearend with good cruising gears, and a new front clip. He also used a Buick steering column with a '61 Chevy wheel, '56 Ford headlight rings, '32 Ford bumper, '58 Imperial taillights, and Olds wheel covers and whitewalls to round out the old school custom look.
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Close to $1 million in improvements are planned this spring at the Garfield County Fairgrounds in Rifle, County Manager Drew Gorgey told a fairgrounds study group on Thursday, March 21.
The group, headed by the Rifle Economic Development Corp., has recently started looking at the best use of the fairgrounds. President Michael Langhorne and others stress that relocating the fairgrounds is not the objective and hope to gather community input in the near future.
Gorgey said the improvements were scheduled so this summer's fair, the 75th, "can be the best one ever."
"It's an eyesore right now," Gorgey said. "I'm embarrassed by what I see out there. Cleaning up our yard is an easy thing to do, so we'll do it."
The improvements include more pavement at the entrance and around the events hall, where vehicles now park on a gravel lot. A retaining wall and fence around the outdoor arena will be taken down and pavement poured there as well, Gorgey continued.
"The back of the grandstands now looks like a construction yard, and we want to square off the fencing that's there," Gorgey said.
Three flag poles behind the grandstands will be relocated to the west, along Railroad Avenue and the east side of the fairgrounds along Railroad will see a 6- to 7-foot tall berm constructed, with grass and other landscaping, Gorgey said.
An animal "warm up" area southeast of the grandstands will be retained, Gorgey said, and sidewalks will also be constructed in certain areas.
"We think the enhancements we've planned will favor rodeo users and the area between the arena and parking areas will be more practical for use," he added. "We're trying to do all this so it can be a real rodeo destination. There really isn't one like that between Denver and Grand Junction. We know the fairgrounds are a huge economic asset to Garfield County and to Rifle, so we wanted to take a look at what we can do to make it better and at what cost."
A contract for the project is expected to be presented to the County Commissioners in early May, he added, so construction can be finished by the fair in August.
The fairgrounds sits on an 8- to 10-acre site donated to the county for that use, but its usable area has been reduced by the construction of the county human services building and the Mountain Family Medical Center in recent years.
Langhorne said it was good to see the county invest in the facility.
"We all know it's very difficult to run any fairgrounds facility in the black," he added. "But this community is passionate about having it here. But if the size and the arrangement of what we have now means it can never be more than what it is, what should happen?"
Rifle Parks Director Tom Whitmore said it was important to have a unified vision of the fairgrounds future, and added he'd like to see more city recreation programs offered at the fairgrounds.
Fair Board President Levy Burris said utilizing the facility in the best and most appropriate way is possible.
"We need to plan for a realistic future use that's in the best interests of everyone, that's fair and what the community wants," Burris said.
Former fair board member Paul Bernklau said "You can't put a monetary value on the education that's gained from the programs [such as the county 4-H program] and these uses."
Gorgey said the fairgrounds will be included in a facilities master plan that's due to be completed this year.
"This committee can help with a real focus on what is an ideal fairgrounds, then we can decide where to put it," Gorgey said. "I also think you need to ask everyone in the county, since it's a county facility."
"The last thing we ever want to see is the fairgrounds leave Rifle," Langhorne said.
Bernklau said the fairgrounds needs to be a good facility for user other than rodeos, perhaps similar to the state fairgrounds in Pueblo.
"Absent a $75 million donor, we'll do the best we can," Gorgey said.


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2 Fla. men and a dog aboard boat that ran aground
Published: Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at 9:00 a.m.
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PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. — Two men went taken to a hospital after their sailboat ran aground on a north Florida beach.
Officials say 86-year-old Francis Saunders and 71-year-old Jerry Willis were heading to Grand Bahama Island when their boat lost power. It drifted for seven days before coming ashore on Ponte Vedra Beach late Monday.
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission spokeswoman Joy Hill says Saunders' dog, Alfy, was also aboard the boat. The dog is being taken care of by the St. Johns County Animal Control.
The Florida Times-Union reports the men left Port St. Lucie in a 32-foot sailboat built in 1976. They told rescuers they lost their bearings, then lost power and began to drift.
Authorities said the men appeared tired and confused when they came off the boat.
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NYPD Surveillance, Infiltration Campaign Revealed by News Service
The New York Police Department has been using invasive methods of spying on entire mosques and Islamic organizations, under the auspices of a law that allows such methods if an organization has been labeled a terrorism enterprise, the Associated Press reported.
Since the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the NYPD has launched several "terrorism enterprise investigations" into mosques, which allows police to use informants to record sermons and spy on imams, or initiate surveillance on anyone who worships there, often without specific evidence of criminal wrongdoing.
The allegations are based on hundreds of previously unpublished police files and interviews with current and former NYPD, CIA and FBI officials that are included in a new book, Enemies Within: Inside the NYPD's Secret Spying Unit and bin Laden's Final Plot Against America by AP reporters Matt Apuzzo and Adam Goldman.
The two reporters won the Pulitzer Prize for investigative reporting for their work uncovering the NYPD's clandestine campaign against American Muslims.
According to an excerpt of the book published in New York Magazine this week, the NYPD's program, "the likes of which America had never seen," was launched by Ray Kelly almost as soon as he was sworn in as police commissioner in January 2002. The new approach was meant to empower the NYPD to prevent terrorist attacks rather than just react to them.
In terms of local and national law enforcement dragnets, "the NYPD went even further than the federal government," the book alleges. "The activities Kelly set in motion after 9/11 pushed deeply into the private lives of New Yorkers, surveilling Muslims in their mosques, their sporting fields, their businesses, their social clubs, even their homes in a way not seen in America since the FBI and CIA monitored antiwar activists during the Nixon administration. It was a proactive approach, but, in constitutional terms, a novel one."
The news of the NYPD's infiltration of their lives has angered many Muslims, especially those affiliated with groups that have cooperated and collaborated with the department.
"When you lose your hope; when you lose your freedom; when you don't find justice; when you don't find democracy in a country always talking about these things, I think you have a right to be angry," said Zein Rimawi, of the Islamic Society of Bay Ridge, which was infiltrated by the NYPD, in a AP video report.
This past June, the ACLU, along with the New York Civil Liberties Union and the CLEAR Project at CUNY Law School, filed a lawsuit against the NYPD, challenging the program.
The program is discriminatory and unconstitutional, as it profiles people and organizations based on religion and race, alleges the lawsuit, Raza v. City of New York. And, as a result of the spying, the plaintiffs said, their religious goals and practices have been "profoundly harmed." Religious leaders censor what they say to their congregations, limit their religious counseling, and record their sermons, for fear that their statements could be taken out of context by police officers or informants. Newcomers are also looked at with distrust out of fear that they are NYPD informants.
"No one questions that the NYPD has a job to do," Hina Shamsi of the ACLU, said in the AP video, "but it can't do that job by singling people out on the basis of their religious belief or the color of their skin."
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Often in Hip Hop, there is a conscious choice made to keep content as grimy as possible for fear of coming off soft. It's an issue that's encountered constant censorship and protest among parents and certain pockets of society practically since the inception of rap music. Yet Dequincy Coleman–McRae (Moosh) and Oliver Feighan (Twist, a play on his first name) decided while still in high school to go against the grain by making a conscious decision you rarely see in Hip Hop. Wanting their music to carry a universal feel-good message, they chose to quit cursing in their songs. Rather than worry about how their brothers or grandparents would view any offensive content, they instead kept it positive, bypassing the issue altogether and creating a message literally anyone could get behind.
As Twist relayed during our interview, it's a point of pride for them, and according to their numbers on YouTube, they've tapped into an audience that identifies with the clean and hopeful sound that's come to define OCD. These two recent high school grads first struck it big with "City Kids," a Philly anthem whose video just surpassed a million views. Highlighting their chemistry, Moosh spits "Philly's very own, we packing the terror / That tag team double, I'm 'Melo, he McNamara," an apt analogy that highlights how well the two complement each other on tracks. Moosh is the pure spitter, coming with a more laid-back and technical flow while Twist's signature growl and frenetic delivery instantly delivers the adrenaline.
HipHopDX spoke with both Moosh Money and Twizzy by phone during a recording session in Pittsburgh a few weeks back, and during the conversation, they opened up about Black Thought being a mentor, revealed why they decided to quit cursing in their music, and offered up some relationship advice pertaining to a line from their recent YouTube hit "Hold It Down."
Meeting Back in Elementary school: As Twist recalled, "We met in first grade. We were like six years old. We went to grade school all the way up to eighth grade [together] then we went to different high schools but kept making music, and we started rapping together [in] about eighth grade? At this point, it'll be like five years ago almost. We just graduated from high school this past June."
Their 8th Grade Spanish Teacher (and Engineer): Moosh explained that a teacher helped them record their first song. "We had this Spanish teacher and he was also a music teacher. We had this little studio set up in like the basement of our school, and he just pretty much taught us the basics of recording, all that stuff. That's how it started, man. He was our first engineer."
Looking Back on First Track: Twist mentioned that looking back on their first track helps put everything in perspective. "It's such a crazy feeling because the first song we ever made, we probably thought it was so cool at the time. We just listened to it like a week ago and it was complete garbage, but it was the first step, and at the time we showed all our friends and stuff. They told us they liked it but they had to have been lying. I know they had to have been lying."
Conveying just how far they've come since, Twist continued by saying "We just had a show at the TLA [Theatre of Living Arts] in Philly, and that's one of like our favorite venues. We sold it out there, and four years ago we made our first song ever in our middle school, so that was extra, extra crazy. It felt great, man."
Philly As Inspiration: Moosh explained that their inspirations to start rapping were almost purely local: "[It was] pretty much like the upcoming scene in Philly during that time, around like 2007. We just had some close family and friends who did the music thing, a lot of musicians. We just kind of wanted to follow in their footsteps and create our own path at the same time."
Music or College?: Moosh let DX know that "Right now, for this time being, man, it's just music full time. We're gonna see what it's doing. College, we're putting it to the side but it's not completely out of the question. For right now [though], we're doing this music thing."
Touring Colleges When You're Under Age: Moosh admitted that "At first, it was kind of weird. It was something we had to adjust to. Now, we pretty much know how to adapt to different crowds. At this point, man, we just cater to the crowd. Whoever's out there, we give them a good show."
Handling Growing Buzz and YouTube Hits While Still in School: Twist remembered the dynamic well: "In high school when we put out 'City Kids,' it was December. I think it was December 22nd or 23rd, and we didn't really think anything big of it at the time. That was the first video that really got like a lotta lotta views quick and it just kept building. High school was great because we were seniors so we were already excited to be grown up and about to graduate, so [with] the music thing on top of it, it was stressful going to school but it was extra cool. It was like a natural high, you know?"
He continued by recalling that " we would be at parties and we would just talk to kids and they would love our music and what we created, so it was such a rewarding feeling because everybody was stressed out about getting into colleges and we were stressed out about performing in a different state at a show. It was some different issues but it was overall such a cool experience growing the buzz while we were still in school, still with the same kids we went to school with in 9th grade."
Their newest release, The Vestibule compared to previous releases Up Before The World and The Welcome Mat: Twist noted the distinction this way: "I think with The Vestibule, we made most of it after graduation, so I think our mindset in life was a little bit more mature, a little bit further ahead than The Welcome Mat and Up Before the World. I think with The Vestibule, we wanted it to be a little bit more on a serious note – still feel-good, still fun, but [with] Up Before the World, [we] had like a lot of younger sounding tracks, you know? [With] The Vestibule, I think we just wanted people to know that we can do the 'City Kids' thing, but we can also do 'Hold It Down' and serious tracks like 'Street Life' and 'Ridin' Slow.' We wanted to let people know what we can do besides all the stuff they're used to."
Moosh chimed in by mentioning that The Vestibule is "where we were at that time. I just feel like each song is different. It provides something else. 'Hold It Down' is an amped-up track. It's a great performance song, and just like even like Twizzy was saying, man, songs like 'Ridin Slow' have kind of a different feel. It's kind of like a vibe-y track, you know? It provides a good contrast for the record."
Significance of title The Vestibule: Twist broke down how one line was inspiration for their recent titles: "We had this song called 'Black Forest Gummy Worms' on Up Before The World and there's a line Moosh says, he's like 'Standing at the door while they be sitting in the vestibule,' so the first project was called The Welcome Mat. You get to the door. We're about to graduate high school. We're knocking on the door, wiping our feet off. [Then] we get inside, and now we're standing in the vestibule and we think we're in a stage where [we're] in between. We want to break out huge so bad, but we still have to get our mindset right – get everything straight [and get] a little bit more mature – and The Vestibule is kind of like saying 'We're so close but we're not inside.'"
Chiddy Bang Comparisons: Twist acknowledged the comparisons but countered by saying "I think it's more of a coincidence, you know? I think sound-wise, there might be some early tracks that we've done that sound a little bit like Chiddy Bang, but I think now, we've tried to solidify our sound. I think [it's because of] the whole black and white thing and the whole Philly thing and the young, feel-good [sound]. Their music is super cool and we support them. Xaphoon [Jones], he's a great dude. We've met him [but] I've never met Chiddy."
He did admit that "At first, when we were getting those comparisons, to be honest, that was really cool. It was like respect, because we were looking up to them [at the time]. We still do. Overall, Philly supports Philly, which is cool."
Future Collaborations with Xaphoon?: Twist said that they're "definitely fans of [Xaphoon Jones'] production. We've met with him before and just talked. He saw the 'City Kids' video a little bit after we put it out and he actually hit us up, just giving us advice about the industry and a lot of different stuff. He's working with a lot of cool people like Big Sean and Kendrick [Lamar], but if it happens one day, that would be super cool."
Playing The Roots Picnic: Moosh remarked that getting the invite was "just a great feeling [because] it's a big festival in Philly. That's a big annual thing that we were just happy to be a part of. Black Thought of The Roots crew, we're like personally close with him. He's kind of like a big brother figure to us, and them reaching out and letting us rock the mic that day, it was incredible, man. The set went great and it was just real fun."
Black Thought A Mentor?: Moosh made sure there was no speculation whatsoever when he said, "Definitely, man. We've been in the studio with him multiple times. He laid a verse for us on our remix for 'Mathematics.' It's a great relationship. He always asks us questions like 'Where do you want to go with this?' and stuff to keep us on our toes, so it's a good relationship to have."
Twist spoke on Black Thought further, mentioning their partnership was "just crazy because he's a legend. We always say he's like every rapper's favorite rapper. He might not be the most famous or the most whatever, but that dude is a legend."
The Philly Mentality: Twist mentioned that "The Philly mentality is crazy. The people who are in Philly, man, I think it's like more than New York. Every New Yorker thinks New York is the best, but if you're from Philly, you gotta fight for it more because it's not as critically acclaimed as New York or L.A."
Moosh on What Twist Brings To Tracks That He Doesn't: Moosh was direct, explaining that "[Twist has] a lot of enthusiasm. He's very charismatic. We attack the track differently, and I think that provides an awesome contrast, man. He goes in there, he kind of has this growl, and it's pretty good, man. It sets the tone for the record every time."
Twist on What Moosh Brings To Tracks that He Doesn't: Twist went grand with his response, stating that "I would match this dude up against anybody in the game right now. This dude writes the best hooks in the world. Honestly, it sounds cocky, but that dude, he's a genius when it comes to hooks, man. And then just when it comes to conceptual songs, you know, I'm always giddy and laughing and he's like 'Just chill out. Let's get this done.' He's kind of like my dad in the studio in some way, and then when it comes to lyrics and everything, dog, it's so cool to go back and forth because he'll come with his stuff, I'll come with my stuff, and every time he goes in and lays a verse down, I get pissed because I want to go re-write mine a little bit better."
Keeping It Positive: Moosh related that the choice to remain positive was "Just to have our horizons broadened, because our fan-base is a wide range [of people]. I know for a fact that my little brother, man, he's eight years old, him and his friends listen to our music on a constant basis, and also our parents, being in their forties, they listen to the music on a constant basis [too], so [the choice is] just to keep the message right but also cool and dope at the same time."
As Twist explained further, "We can pull up one of our videos and show our grandparents and we don't have to mute it when we curse because we don't curse. On a positivity note, it's just kind of like, that's one way that we really try and live life. [It's] like the song 'It's All Good.' At the end of the day, everything's all good, you know? People stress about a bunch of stuff, including us. The music business is crazy, but at the end of the day, you just gotta take a deep breath and just [remember] we're alive and we're doing what we love."
Choosing Not to Curse: Twist first recalled a time when they still hadn't made that decision: "Actually, that same Spanish teacher that we first recorded with back then, we used to like not curse a ton, but we would occasionally in songs, and he would just tell us 'You don't really need to do that.' Growing up, when we listened to rap music, that's what you hear a lot, and obviously in everyday life we curse when we talk, but he was just like 'Yo, just maybe think about it.' At the time, we were like 'Nah, that's soft. Of course we're gonna curse,' and then it got to a point where we grew up a little bit [and] we were like 'He's right. Let's be able to play our music for every type of age.'"
Twist went on to admit that "It's something we take a little bit of pride in just because, I don't know, reading all this Shakespeare poetry in middle school and stuff, it's a challenge sometimes to not just curse in our verses. You might be writing a line and it fits perfect, but then you're just like 'Nah, I'm not gonna curse,' and you gotta go back and re-write it somewhat, so it's kind of like a challenge within our own skill set. If people recognize it, great. If not, that's great too."
Why You Should Never "Settle For That Chick Who Rock Stilettos": Twist started by explaining what he and Moosh look for in the opposite sex. "Well, personally, me and Moosh, I mean I know for a fact [that] we like girls that we can be best friends with, that can wake up in a dorm room or in the crib and just eat cereal in sweat pants and pajamas."
He also explained there's a literal meaning behind the line. "We're short dudes, so personally I've never liked my girlfriend ever to wear heels to dances. I always say 'Yo, wear some flats so I don't look like a midget,' you know? That's just a personal thing. For that line, it was literal – I'm short, you know – but it's also metaphorical. You don't need all the glitz and glam all the time. You don't need to be flashy. We're not really flashy dudes, so it's like stilettos, that's great if it's a fashion show, but I just like my chicks to wear flats and sweat pants or something."
Selling Readers on Visiting Philly: Moosh started by saying "I don't want to give you the regular friggin' cheesesteak spiel. They are pretty much good, but it's like we can't even eat cheesesteaks no more because it's something we already had like all our lives, so there's no point in eating it."
Twist highlighted how Philly holds countless memories for he and Moosh: "Look, I'm gonna just keep it simple. You got downtown, you walk outside, man, and there's this place called Rittenhouse Square, Rittenhouse Park. [When we were] in middle school, after school we used to go to the park with all our friends and just freestyle or just lay in the grass and just get Rita's Water Ice when it was a little bit hot out. We grew up there our whole lives, and pretty much every memory we have is in Philly. We met in first grade at the Philadelphia School, man, and we grew up there and we played basketball there and played baseball there. We fell in love with music and we fell in love with different girls and out of love with different girls, and to be honest, Philly is like the only place that we'll ever have our heart set in, you know, so a reason that you should come personally, it's just because we love it, you know?"


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Ned Yost media session: July 19
Heading into Tuesday's 7:10 contest vs. the Chicago White Sox at Kauffman Stadium, Royals manager Ned Yost commented on rookie right-hander Aaron Crow taking on a possible role in the Royals starting rotation for the 2012 season. Yost explained that he hadn't spoken with Royals General Manager Dayton Moore about Crow's possible position for 2012 but that it's something that the organization was going to take a firm look at. The Royals skipper spoke about the All-Star's development so far into this, his rookie season.
"He's [Crow] got a real good fastball, a real good slider," Yost said. "Being a starter you pretty much have to have three pitches to be successful and he has two real good ones right now."
Left fielder Alex Gordon will start in the leadoff spot in the Royals lineup for tonight's game. After experiencing some slight swelling in his right foot from a fouled off ball on Sunday's contest at Minnesota that caused him to miss last night's game, Gordon is good to go tonight. Yost shared his enthusiasm about placing Gordon in the leadoff spot.
"Your one, two, three, four, five guys get your most at-bats over the course of the game and I wanted Gordo [Gordon] at the top of that order," Yost said. "I like what he did before. He's got a little more pop out of that spot."
Despite the Royals 5-2 loss against the Chicago White Sox in last night's game, Yost explains that it's all about perspective and teamwork for the squad. The skipper commented that the team not only needs to increase run production but use that offense to cover any errors defensively.


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Fifth Annual International Speedsters Trials and Reunion - Back To The StartWritten by on August 1, 2012 Exploring Hot Rodding's Roots In Primitive Ford Speedsters
"Are these cars fast?" asked a passing observer during the Fifth Annual International Speedsters Trials and Reunion, held in June 2011 at the Smith Collection Museum of American Speed in Lincoln, Nebraska.
It's not an easy query to answer.
Powered by modified Ford Model T, A, and B four-cylinder engines, most of the 40-plus stripped-down speedsters at the reunion had top cruising speeds ranging from 35-70 mph and would have a tough time winning a modern freeway encounter. But strap yourself into (or onto) one of these primitive machines, and the open-air experience is sure to send a tingle down the spine of even the most jaded speed junkie.
Sponsored by Speedway Motors, and hosted by Smith Collection founders "Speedy" Bill and Joyce Smith, the Speedsters Reunion was a celebration of the earliest days of hot rodding—an era before the term "hot rod" even existed. Back in the 'teens, '20s, and '30s, thousands of young American lads scratched their performance itch by stripping a Model T or A down to its bare essentials, crafting a custom body, and hopping up the four-cylinder engine using parts from the burgeoning speed parts aftermarket. These speedsters were put to the test on dusty fairgrounds, racetracks, and county roads throughout the country, laying the groundwork for much of the racing and hot rodding we all enjoy today.
There's nothing quite like the bark of a hopped-up four-cylinder Ford engine. Get dozens of them together and you've got an experience like no other. Their distinctive tone wafted across the countryside during the reunion's 135-mile road tour, as Speedsters navigated a series of two-lane country roads around Lincoln. The tour began with a summer rain shower, but that didn't deter this hearty, fun-loving bunch. They simply donned raincoats and goggles and let the rooster tails fly from their tall, skinny tires!
Staying true to the notion that these cars should be driven, reunion participants also competed in an old-fashioned hill climb, racing their machines from a standing start on a 530-foot-long inclined course. A few of them achieved speeds of 60 mph or more climbing the hill—an impressive feat for technology that's nearly a century old.
Other activities included a show 'n' shine in Lincoln's renowned historic Haymarket district, and performance testing on a chassis dyno at a local business known simply as The Shop. Participants also had several opportunities to tour the Smith Collection Museum of American Speed, which houses hundreds of Model T and A racing engines, plus thousands of pieces of early speed equipment from pioneering companies like HAL, Miller, Roof, Craig-Hunt, Frontenac, Winfield, Rajo, and many others. The museum is also home to the Model T Ford Club of America Speedster and Racer Hall of Fame, which inducted seven new members and two new vehicles during the reunion's closing banquet.
For an event that celebrates such primitive machines, the Speedsters Reunion is much more active than typical street rod events. Sure, the cars may not be particularly fast by modern standards, but they're definitely a lot of fun. Want to join the action? Visit www.museumofamericanspeed.com for more information on upcoming reunions, activities, or tours of the Smith Collection Museum of American Speed.
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David Coleman's wood-bodied yellow speedster and Dan Erceg's silver Model T highlight a parking lot full of neat vintage iron during a tour stop at the Strategic Air and Space Museum near Ashland.Many participants don period attire for driving activities, as demonstrated here by driver David Coleman and riding mechanic Nathan Edwards.A Frontenac OHV head and Ruckstell rear axle improve the performance of Larry King's 1915 Model T speedster, seen here driving through the Nebraska countryside during the road tour.Speedsters Hall of Fame inductee and renowned restorer Dan Erceg blasts up the hill in his silver 1913 Model T speedster, one of many period-correct speedsters he has built.Howard Genrich's Indy-style Model T speedster was originally built 40 years ago and has competed in dozens of hill climbs and endurance runs. It features a lot of rare vintage speed equipment, including a twin-plug Rajo cylinder head, Warford auxiliary transmission and Parker eight-spoke steel wheels.Reunion participants had an opportunity to run their cars on a chassis dyno to see just how much power they put to the ground. Results ranged from 40-100 hp, which is impressive considering that original Model Ts produced 20 hp and stock Model A's made 30 hp.Mike Bender refers to his Mercury-bodied Model T speedster as "a poor man's Stutz Bearcat." Equipped with a Frontenac OHV head and Ruxtell two-speed rear axle, the speedster was converted to righthand drive in the '80s when a previous owner had it shipped to Australia.The hill climb competition was governed by rules and classes from Ford A Speed Technology (F.A.S.T.). Flagman Bill Devine made sure to aim his microphone at the cars' exhaust so he could broadcast the 'banger roar.
The Smith Collection Museum of American Speed and Speedway Motors campus provided an ideal base of operation for the Speedsters Reunion. An informal car show took place before and after most of the reunion's activities.Watching the speedsters in action during the hill climb is a highlight of the event. Kurt Flannery's sleek black speedster is based on a '29 Model A chassis and engine and features a handmade body and a T-5 five-speed transmission.Larry Young's '23 Ford was inducted into the Model T Ford Club of America Speedster and Racer Hall of Fame as the Restoration of the Year. The bright blue speedster has an original ABC boat-tail body, Disteel wheels, and a Model T engine with a Rajo head.After the hill climb, the speedsters gathered in Lincoln's renowned historic Haymarket district for a public display that drew hundreds of spectators.


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It's official: Jelena Jankovic is in a full-blown Serbian Slide.
The former top lady baller was shocked by rising 17-year old Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova 6-4, 6-4 in the second round at Indian Wells. The former junior Grand Slam champ will face Karin Knapp for a spot in the fourth round.
I suppose it's not a total shock since JJ has been struggling mightily recently and also admitted her game is lacking that explosive first step after building up to much bulk in the off-season (not to mention some questionable training practices.) I can think of one aspect of her game that really could've used some beefing up though: her serve.
In any case, she really needs to get back to the basics of her game and what got her to the WTA Penthouse: speed, consistency, and accuracy of shot. It's never too late.
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Sunday, March 15, 2009
PHOTO OP: JJ dumped out of Indian Wells by Anastasia, continues seasonal slumber
Labels: Indian Wells, Jelena Jankovic, photo op, tennis
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Haha! Awesome pic. How fitting with the post, and great title!ReplyDelete
The dress is not bad.
- Tennis ObserverMarch 15, 2009 at 1:48 PM
She looks like Marylin Manson. I shit bricks!ReplyDelete
Says JJ:ReplyDelete
"I'm struggling in this moment to find my game overall and find the confidence on the court,''
"My whole concept of the game, it's kind of off, especially during the points. I don't feel some of my shots that were my weapons before.''
"Overall everything is wrong. I need a lot of work.''
If only she could fix her problems! I like it when she brings the dramz but not that way...
I really wonder what's in the water there in Indian Wells! The favorites are dropping like flies!
- AnonymousMarch 15, 2009 at 2:27 PM
Maja - I don't think the water there has anything to do with the favs dropping like flies, LOL! The problem has been going on way before IW, save Elena D who's been actually playing well.ReplyDelete
I think the other problem is these favs have been been playing way too many tourneys. They should take a page from the W sisters. Even Ana or Shrieka know when to say "no" to tourney directors.
- AnonymousMarch 15, 2009 at 2:32 PM
lol - I bet Maja knew the water has nothing to do with dropping of favorites!She was kidding man.ReplyDelete
She needs to:ReplyDelete
1) take a break to let her body and mind rest
2)get back to basics and work on the serve
3)burn that outfit.
- AnonymousMarch 15, 2009 at 3:03 PM
Anon - I was kidding too hence the LOL! Maja can see that I knew she was kidding. I'm agreeing with her.ReplyDelete
I quite like her dress and dont think its all that bad. At least she is realising what her problem is that is the most important step admitting and realising what your problem is. Now she has to work on getting back all the elements that made her a great player.ReplyDelete


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I must admit I didn`t actually think about using this feature (as you say on the blog "it might not get your attention right away").
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I have now used this feature already on a little job where I had to use 2 sheets of only A4 size material, this method is so simple to use and quick to 'drag' and reposition stuff.


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|Wireless card readers a benefit to business
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The world of wireless communication has expanded by leaps and bounds. Thanks to the availability and adaptability of new wireless technology, many small businesses are conducting their work on-the-go without the need for a formal retail space or office.
Another way small businesses can further their wireless efforts is through the investment in wireless credit card readers. It wasn't too long ago that businesses preferred cash or checks over credit simply because of the hassles involved with accepting credit. Credit required paying processing fees that tended to be high and would eat into profits. However, the vast majority of today's shoppers prefer credit to cash and make swiping plastic their primary way of payment.
In its 2010 "Survey of Consumer Payment Choice," the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston revealed there are more than 600 million credit cards held by American consumers, with the average person having 3.5 cards. According to the J.D. Power and Associates 2012 Credit Card Satisfaction Study, American Express and Discover are ranked as the most preferred consumer cards because of satisfaction and customer service.
It has never been easier or less expensive for small business owners to accept credit and debit cards. With the advent of wireless credit card readers, individuals are now able to process credit card payments for their businesses in a stationary location or on the go.
PayPal and Square are two companies that have paved the way for the wireless credit card reader revolution. In the past, businesses would have had to issue clients an invoice through a pay-for-service site and then wait for the site to follow through with payment. Now, credit card readers can process payments instantly.
The readers hook up to many smartphones and tablets and only require a download of a free application. The company making the wireless card reader also may even ship the reader free.
The technology employs a 3G, 4G or WiFi signal, and the credit card reader is able to capture the credit card information and process the payment. The funds (minus a small percentage for transaction processing) are then deposited into a bank account that has been set up with the payment service. Generally the funds are available in one to two days.
If the credit card is denied or there is a problem, business owners will know about it immediately through the transaction. Therefore, there will be no exchange of goods or services without payment having been received or no tracking down customers who bounced checks.
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These card readers can be handy for those who do traveling sales or frequently set up at vendor events. Payments can be processed as long as there is an available Internet connection.
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5-5½ pound certified Angus beef New York strip roast
2 Tblsp. Kosher salt
1 Tblsp. ground pepper
2 Tblsp. extra virgin olive oil
Preheat oven to 500 degrees.
Place roast, fat side up, in roasting pan.
Pat dry with a paper towel.
Rub with olive oil and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Season all surfaces with salt and pepper.
Place in pre-heated oven for 12 minutes. (you'll hear it crackle and pop as the juices are all sealed in)
Reduce the temperature to 300 degrees and roast for 15 to 20 minutes per pound for a medium rare roast.
Loosely tent with foil and let stand 20 minutes.
Slice roast across the grain.
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~ This was fabulous! And the 20 minutes that the roast "rested' was just enough time to pop the rolls and a couple of other dishes back into the oven to warm. I was able to gather the family, we prayed, they started their salads and serving hot, holiday-pretty food was accomplished!
~ DO ask the meat man for a disposable meat thermometer that will pop up to signal your roast is "done' to your preference.
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I am really, really lucky when it comes to mean bugs. Knock wood. I've declared war on cabbage worms, and had flea beetles move in a couple of times, but that's about it.
This spring however I had a bunch of aphids show up on my lovage plant and nearly destroy it. Having never faced in infestation like this, my guard was down and I didn't really notice a problem until the seed heads popped up and the whole plant started yellowing. It was pretty bad, so I decided to cut the whole plant back and burn the tops. This seems to have done the trick.
But while doing dishes, I look out on my lovely mountain ash (which is doing very nicely, thanks for asking). I had noticed when we got back from our trip that one branch seemed to have died back–shriveled leaves and all. I didn't think much of it until this week, when another branch near it started doing the same thing. Having been focused on catching up the veggie patch, the front garden had been neglected and sure enough, when I went to investigate, I found aphids cozied up all over, with ants coddling them right along. Luckily, a few diligent ladybugs had already showed up to do their part, but I doubt they can take care of the lot all alone.
This is why the experty people tell you to do a tour of the whole garden once a week, looking for stuff like this, isn't it? Maybe I should hire someone…
Now, cutting back my tree like I did the lovage is not an option. I sprayed the tree down with a jet of water–I seem to remember reading that somewhere–but what advice do you all have for my entomological conundrum? I'm going to go ask Google, but I'd like to hear from some of you in the trenches–what really works for you?


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Floyd Valley Hospital Seeks Opinions of Public
(Le Mars) -- In the near future, representatives of the Floyd Valley Hospital will hold a series of meetings in which hospital officials will invite various people from the community to an informative seminar asking residents questions about the hospital and the possible expansion of the facilities. Mike Donlin, Floyd Valley Hospital administrator says the meetings will take place in January and February and will be helpful in determining the level of support from Plymouth County residents before any final decision is made to start a capital fundraising campaign.
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Donlin says the feasibility studies will confirm whether or not the people support the expansion of the hospital's facilities and services, but he does say initial conversations have been positive. Although, he admits, many people have questions. The hospital official is hoping the U-S Department of Agriculture's Rural Development will support the plan and offer a guaranteed loan to help with the financing of the potential project.
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Donlin says during the feasibility study meetings, the hospital will not be asking for financial pledges and commitments, only to gather information and feedback. But he anticipates sometime in the spring, should the study indicate positive reaction, is when the hospital will begin its capital campaign. He says the hospital staff and the board of trustees believe this is the perfect time, and the perfect size of project, to position Floyd Valley hospital to provide health care in the future.
Sioux City Man Given 10 years In Prison
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (AP) - A 24-year-old man has been given 10 years in prison on charges stemming from a drive-by shooting in Sioux City.
Patrick Craft, of Sioux City, was sentenced on Thursday. He'd pleaded guilty last month to intimidation with a dangerous weapon and possession of a firearm by a domestic abuser.
Authorities say Craft was a passenger in a vehicle driven by 20-year-old Melvin Spencer on Sept. 16 when Spencer drove by a house and fired a handgun at it. Three people were outside. Two
children and an adult were inside.
Authorities say Craft fired at the house after Spencer turned around and drove past the house again.
No injuries were reported.
Spencer, also of Sioux City, has been given seven years in prison.
35 Female Lawmakers Ready For General Session To Begin
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - The 35 women who will serve in the Iowa Legislature this year ties the state record for most female legislators.
The 25 women elected to the Iowa House and the 10 women elected to the Iowa Senate ties
a record set in the 2009 session.
Two women also will hold top legislative leadership roles. Republican Rep. Linda Upmeyer of Garner will serve as House majority leader and Democrat Sen. Pam Jochum of Dubuque will be
Iowa Senate President.
Political experts say a record number of female candidates ran for office in Iowa this year. And they received a boost from a post-redistricting election that meant more open seats.
Iowa mirrors national trends. More than 1,700 female legislators will serve across the country this year.
EPA Tells Iowa To Strengthen Rules On Run-off Pollution
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - Federal regulators have told Iowa that the state's plan to stem runoff pollution lacks an adequate system to measure results.
The Environmental Protection Agency told state officials that they shouldn't have any doubts about setting numeric standards for nitrogen and phosphorous, which are key fertilizer components.
Under the Iowa plan released in November, wastewater treatment and industrial plants would be asked to make costly upgrades to cut pollution while farmers would do so voluntarily in an effort to
reduce harmful nutrients in Iowa waterways and the Gulf of Mexico.
In 2008 the EPA ordered Iowa and 11 other states along the Mississippi River to develop strategies to prevent nitrates and phosphorous from reaching the gulf, which experiences a seasonal
dead zone.
Sediment Increases In Iowa Lakes
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (AP) - A new study says sediment buildup in Iowa's natural lakes has accelerated despite soil conservation efforts.
The Iowa State University study authors say the buildup could damage wildlife habitat and contribute to other environmental problems.
In the study, core samples from 32 natural lakes were taken to track sediment deposits over the past 150 years.
ISU professor John Downing says the study showed that in 1900 it took more than 23 years for an inch of sediment to settle at the bottom of a lake. He says it takes only four years for that to
occur now.
Bird Conservation Area Created
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is proposing to establish a bird conservation area in a wildlife management area along the Chariton River in southern Iowa near
Bird conservation areas are at least 10,000 acres and include permanently protected bird habitat.
The proposed location is part of the Sedan Bottoms Wildlife Management Area, a 5,500-acre region of grassland, woodland and wetlands home to at least 113 nesting bird species.
DNR Wildlife Biologist Bruce Ehresman says many are declining in population at an alarming rate. They include the red-shouldered hawk, wood thrush, red-headed woodpecker, northern mockingbird, the northern bobwhite and bobolink.
The DNR plans a public meeting Jan. 24 at the Rathbun Lake Fish Hatchery to discuss the plans.
If approved, it would be Iowa's 18th bird conservation area.
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