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BUFFALO, N.Y. – Facing another big deficit following another poor first period on their long road trip, Ducks captain Ryan Getzlaf was intent on sending a message to some sleepy teammates.
As soon as the puck dropped to open the second period, Getzlaf dropped his gloves to engage Buffalo center Cody McCormick in a fight that ultimately didn't get him a decision.
And while the scuffle's impact didn't carry any immediacy in a 5-2 loss to the Sabres, the Ducks saw the moment as one that they hope will resonate.
"I think so," Bobby Ryan said. "I think he's trying to instill something through everybody. If he's going to go out and set an example in that sense, the guys got to follow. Not by fighting but by carrying through in the physical play and doing other things like that."
As a rule, Ducks coach Randy Carlyle doesn't want his star players fighting to get the team going. "That's hockey," he said. "If you want to take that out of it, I'd rather have to tone people down instead of instill it in people. That's the way I look at it."
Getzlaf acknowledged that he was trying to stir something within the group after it got down, 3-0, to the Sabres on goals by Drew Stafford, Nathan Gerbe and Tyler Ennis.
"That's all part of the motivation thing and trying to get involved in the game," Getzlaf said. "I thought it relatively worked, for a couple of minutes anyway. We just weren't able to get back from the deficit that we were at."
Getzlaf is navigating through his first season in the role he inherited from the retired Scott Niedermayer. Little has been made of it but there have been times when he's addressed the team within the dressing room.
Some Ducks viewed it as a captain's moment to display leadership on the ice. Ducks winger Teemu Selanne called the fight "awesome" and said, "That shows how much he cares. It shows his character. How much he wants to win."
"When you see the captain is sacrificing himself like that, it's just great leadership," he added. "Because he doesn't have to fight. He's growing into the big shoes. It's great to see that."
Bonino hobbled
Center Nick Bonino sat out first game because of injury, but he's hopeful the upcoming rest period will be beneficial for the bone bruise in his right foot that he suffered Tuesday in Boston.
"None of the big bones were broken," Bonino said. "Hopefully the swelling will go down. It's good we have a few days off. Just keep after it and keep icing it."
Bonino said he was struck by a Zdeno Chara slapshot on the inside of his foot and that it was decided that it wasn't worth the risk of playing on it and further injuring himself.
"Went to the locker room and walked around on it for about 10 minutes," he said. "And it hurt obviously but I was trying to walk it off. I got up with about five minutes to go and it just gave out on me.
"It was pretty swollen. I iced it all day today and tried to get it back to (being) playable but it hurts."
Blake ejected
Left wing Jason Blake drew a five-minute boarding major and a game misconduct in the first period for slamming the Sabres' Patrick Kaleta into the glass near the penalty box. It didn't help the cause for a clearly tired team.
"When we lost Blake too, we were forced to use less people in more situations," Carlyle said. "That's always taxing. I just didn't think we showed that we had much energy or much sharpness at all."
Carlyle wondered aloud if Blake might face supplementary discipline. "We'll let the league decide on what that is, if it's more than what we think it is," he said.


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For anyone who has ever fantasized about a picturesque house among nature's finest, this five-bedroom English Cotswold may be the answer to your dreams.
Proudly displaying a stone hearth, wood-beam ceilings, and stained glass, this 1950s house has multiple fireplaces, including one with a carved mural.
West Mt. Airy Bang for the Buck: Mansion With Nine Bedrooms for $650,000
Built in 1925, this home must have been quite grand in its day, with an interior to match its exterior. These days it still cuts a grand figure but has quite a surprise to offer: Inside, it's completely renovated, with stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, and distinctly contemporary notes like glass vessel sinks and recessed lighting. There's even new stucco, new electrical and new plumbing. The house is positively bathed in newness, but still fits in with the Mt. Airy aesthetic.
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After more than a year on the market, a sale is pending on the almost 10,000-square-foot Anglo/Norman manor that was built for famed inventor and electric engineer Morris Leeds. It has ironwork by Samuel Yellin and was designed by architectural firm Mellor, Meigs and Howe, whose signature gestures can be seen in every room–from the mahogany beamed ceilings to the hand-carved stonework.
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Which Is the Least Violent Neighborhood in Philadelphia County?
That would be West Mt. Airy, according to the what Technically Philly's Juliana Reyes calls the Inquirer's "beautiful" crime app. "In the last 30 days, West Mt. Airy has been the most peaceful neighborhood in the city. That is to say, its violent crime rate clocks in at zero," wrote Reyes today. So which neighborhood had the most violent crimes?

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Blade / Hammer Tank Build by Rhyse
Blade/Hammer: A Versatile Approach to Dual Weakness
Nightmare Dungeon Tank Build
Active Abilities
- Blade Torrent – AOE Frenzy with an immense aggro modifier.
- Crimson Theatre – Fire and forget PbAOE ability with a large aggro modifier.
- Aftershock – Strike ability that gives Minor Ward if the enemy remains close to you.
- Art of War/Stoicism – AoE Impairand guaranteed glances/Defensive CD with aggro generation buff.
- Beatdown (Replaceable)- Basic impair.
- Trial By Swords (Replaceable) – Basic impair (be aware of its actual activation being ~1 second after the animation starts).
- Provoke (Replaceable) – Panic button for losing aggro after a transition.
Passive Abilities
- Shoot Em Up – Sets afflicted and the DoT gives more hate than one would expect.
- Punisher – Allows Aftershock to also Debilitate enemies, doing 3% less damage per stack, up to 30% less.
- Shadow Play – Gives you an additional 10% glance chance for 8 seconds after activating Crimson Theatre.
- Hardcase – Anytime you apply weakened, you gain 30 Physical and Magical Protection rating, up to 150.
- Breakdown – Allows Hammer and Sword abilities to apply Exposed, causing attacks to do 3% more damage per stack, up to 30% more.
- Agitator – 300% aggro gain rate on all abilities.
- 7. Flight of Daggers – AoE damage and a DoT every 5 abilities.
What is the rotation for this build?
The rotation begins with a Blade Torrent -> Crimson Theatre -> Aftershock. Following this, it is all Blade Torrent spam using Aftershock and Crimson Theatre on cooldown, with priority going to Aftershock to both maintain Minor Ward and stack more Debilitate.
If Stoicism is your choice for Elite Active, then activate it before your 1st Blade Torrent and use it religiously every time the cooldown recycles.
Art of War doubles as both a great asset for when surrounded by 5+ enemies (guaranteeing 10 glances), and also acts as your fastest recycling impair, meaning it should be used 1st when impairing a spell/ability, as it will return to you the quickest.
Beatdown and Trial by Swords, in that order, serve their purpose as backup impairs when AoW is on cooldown or Stoicism was included.
Finally, Provoke is your panic button incase things go wrong, as it instantly puts you in the lead on aggro by 110% making it more valuable than most Snap-Aggro abilities, as it allows you to keep the instant aggro past a few seconds, maintaining aggro control on the mob.
Are there any specific gear requirements for this build?
This build does not require any special gearing needs beyond the standard tank expectations.
I, myself, 1st built to 600+ block to push penetrates off the table, and then gearing evenly between defense rating and physical protection. On my attack rating pieces I included some hit rating to make sure I was getting the most out of my Blade Torrents, and to make sure Aftershock connects for Debilitate.
What makes this build 'tick'?
The beauty in this build is in the amount of passive damage mitigation you are getting fueled entirely by your own abilities, while at the same time freeing up 4 active slots to customize basically as you please.
Every Blade Torrent and Aftershock will stack Exposed, leading to 10 stacks in no time (usually 11 to 12 GCDs). At the same time, Aftershock will give you Minor Ward for 8 seconds, provided you stay within melee range of the enemy you hit with it after 3 seconds (and are you ever not in melee range when not dodging an ability/mechanic?), while still stacking Debilitate, causing the damage coming from the enemy to fall further and further.
Along with this, you can put on 3 impairs for interrupt heavy fights, or several defensive CDs, a mix of the two, or some utility abilities for specific encounters (for example, I use Surging Blades, Stoicism, Martial Discipline and Brick Wall with Machine Tyrant).
Using Aftershock as your 1st priority after every 4 second cooldown allows you to completely debilitate the boss within 45 or so seconds, and that along with its innate Minor Ward allows you to have a straight 37.5% damage reduction from all sources, before counting in your own physical/magical protection, and the additional amount from Hardcase, and all of this without relying on another player.
Blade Torrent with its 400% modifier (1200% with Agitator), along with a fire and forget Crimson Theatre, and the DoTs from Shoot Em Up and Flight of Daggers is plenty of aggro for all but the most outgeared tanks in all NM situations. Even in this case, an early Stoicism and then further Stoicisms either on cooldown or directly after a Provoke will keep you in the lead.
One final note, at the cost of Minor Ward, it is possible to run with First Blood, a Strike Builder, instead of Aftershock to speed up the stacking of Debilitate (with Stoicism just incase, First Blood can max both Exposed and Debilitate within 11 to 12 seconds), which is useful for highly mobile fights/those that have long periods of disengaging the boss, such as Machine Tyrant, Ur Draug, Dr Klein (2), and so forth.


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Synopsis by Maureen Knight
Notes and links by Steve Vander Ark and Michele L. Worley
U.S. hardcover edition: pages 624 - 650
U.K. hardcover edition: pages aaa - bbb
U.K. paperback edition: pages aaa - 715
Timeframe: a Tuesday and Wednesday in April,
In which Umbridge replaces
Dumbledore as Head of Hogwarts, the students (with the help of Fred's
and George's inventions) rebel while the staff sit back and watch, and
Umbridge tries to get Harry to tell her where Dumbledore is
hiding. Harry confronts Cho about her friend Marietta, continues
his Occlumency lessons with Snape, and while poking around in Snape's
Pensieve discovers that his father may have been every bit as arrogant
as Snape had previously told him.
Interesting facts and notes about the text of this chapter:
Characters introduced in this chapter:
(unnamed) girl in
eyeing Sirius
(unnamed) students in
watching James and Snape
Characters returning in this chapter:
Black, Sirius
(as Padfoot, in
Chang, Cho
Crabbe, Vincent
Filch, Argus
Finnigan, Seamus
Flitwick, Filius
(also in Pensieve)
Goyle, Gregory
Granger, Hermione
Lupin, Remus
(as Moony, in
Macmillan, Ernie
Malfoy, Draco
McGonagall, Minerva
Pettigrew, Peter
(as Wormtail, in Pensieve)
Potter, Harry
Potter, James
(in Pensieve)
Potter, Lily Evans
(in Pensieve)
Snape, Severus
(as Snivellus, in Pensieve)
Weasley, Fred
Weasley, George
Weasley, Ron
Characters mentioned in this chapter:
Brown, Lavender
Dumbledore, Albus
Edgecombe, Marietta
Fat Friar, the
Filibuster, Dr.
Fudge, Cornelius
Giant Squid
Longbottom, Neville
Moody, Alastor (Mad-Eye)
Thomas, Dean
Umbridge, Dolores
(unnamed) second year girls whom Harry overhears discussing Fudge's pumpkin head
Settings and locations introduced or returning in this chapter:
Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
Entrance Hall
Great Hall
(in the Pensieve)
Gryffindor Tower:
common room
Harry's dormitory
lake, the (in Pensieve)
Snape's Office
Umbridge's Office
Settings and locations mentioned in this chapter:
Dumbledore's Office
Hospital Wing
St. Mungo's Hospital for Magical Maladies and Injuries
Exceptional character moments:
Still to come....
Locomotor Mortis
and countercurse
Vanishing Spell
Links and Resources:
blood status
D.A., the
Educational Decrees
food and drink
Harry's dreams
house points, OP
Moony, Wormtail, Padfoot and Prongs
Vanishing Cabinet
Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes
Memorable lines:
Harry overheard one second-year girl assuring another that Fudge was now
lying in St. Mungo's with a pumpkin for a head.
"Dear, dear," said Professor McGonagall sardonically, as
one of the dragons soared around her classroom, emitting loud bangs and
exhaling flame. "Miss Brown, would you mind running along to the
headmistress and informing her that we have an escaped firework in our
"Thank you so much, Professor!" said Professor Flitwick in his squeaky little
voice. "I could have got rid of the sparklers myself, of course, but I wasn't
sure whether I had the authority...."
Beaming, he closed the classroom door in her snarling face.
Harry could still hear the distant bangs of
escaped firecrackers when he and Ron went up to bed an hour later, and
as he got undressed a sparkler floated past the tower, still resolutely
spelling out the word POO.
"Did you like question ten, Moony?" asked Sirius as they
emerged into the entrance hall. "Loved it," said Lupin
briskly. "'Give five signs that identify the werewolf.'
Excellent question." "D'you think you managed to get all the
signs?" said James in tones of mock concern. "Think I did," said
Lupin seriously,k as they joined the crowd thronging around the front
doors eager to get out into the sunlit grounds. "One: He's
sitting on my chair. Two: He's wearing my clothes. Three:
His name's Remus Lupin...."
What was making Harry feel so horrified and unhappy was not
being shouted at or having jars thrown at him - it was that he knew how
it felt to be humiliated in the middle of a circle of onlookers, knew
exactly how Snape had felt as his father had taunted him, and that
judging from what he had just seen, his father had been every bit as
arrogant as Snape had always told him.
Strictly British:
Catherine wheel
All we know is that, since the previous chapter took place on a Monday
in April, this chapter must take place Tuesday and Wednesday of the
same week. Hermione also says that the Easter holiday begins
Friday, but since the calendar doesn't align to a real-world calendar,
it still doesn't help determine exact dates.


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25 comments:
- Gramercy Home said...
Such a great color combination. And, he keeps it looking sophisticated. Love it.
- August 24, 2010 at 9:40 AM
- Ludmila {creamylife.com} said...
I love the look of a blue ceiling in a kitchen - brings so much light and some airy feeling to it!
- August 24, 2010 at 9:47 AM
- Pam @ diy Design Fanatic said...
Love the living room in the first photo! Really love the kitchen, but wish they had left a little space on either side of the range hood. The ceiling is fantastic!
- August 24, 2010 at 9:48 AM
- StarletStarlet said...
ooooooooooooooh, what a great idea to paint the ceiling that happy color!
Feels like summer sky is always upon you.
And do you happen to know what that kitchen wall/backsplash is? silver tiles? Gorge!!!
- August 24, 2010 at 9:52 AM
- Vanessa@decor happy said...
All of these rooms are so bright and happy!
- August 24, 2010 at 9:52 AM
- michelle said...
That first room is my favorite! It is so bright and cheery! Not to mention that those are my favorite colors!! :)
- August 24, 2010 at 9:58 AM
- Dale at Hospitality Design Inspirations said...
Thanks again for my morning smile. I love the carpet in the first 2 photos.
- August 24, 2010 at 9:58 AM
- Melissa @ Veranda Interiors said...
Love love love that last image, the backsplash, the ceiling color, the marble, the hardware. True love.
- August 24, 2010 at 10:39 AM
- debra said...
The living area in the first pic is my favorite . I have used it as my inspiration for my beach condo for the last few months of decorating. I love the colors.
- August 24, 2010 at 10:39 AM
- Lila said...
He uses great cool tones and makes them seem so warm and inviting! Love all of the rooms, especially that kitchen!
Lila Ferraro
- August 24, 2010 at 12:11 PM
- Candi said...
Love it, especially the kitchen!
- August 24, 2010 at 1:50 PM
- simply seleta said...
Now that I'm out of my hole [new blog design] I'm excited to start reading your blog again! Ahhhhhh, seeing all the pretty here makes me happy. Thanks for your incredibly kind words, Erin! xoxo
- August 24, 2010 at 2:05 PM
- Lovely Scribbles said...
I'm a huge fan of the lime and turquoise combo! I have to say, though, that the picture of the kitchen only adds to my obsession with re-designing my own! *Sigh*
- August 24, 2010 at 2:33 PM
- Castles Crowns and Cottages said...
I would have never thought of that green, but that is superb!!!!! Checking Tim out now!!!! Anita
- August 24, 2010 at 4:30 PM
- Castles Crowns and Cottages said...
I just saw his site....I am hooked! The living room with the light blue French chairs...looks like mine...only mine is sage green! I then AM doing something right! Anita
- August 24, 2010 at 4:35 PM
- Yanet @ 3 Sun Kissed Boys said...
I LOVE that back splash!!
- August 24, 2010 at 4:39 PM
- 123Dview said...
Lovely home! The colors are so alive and chic perfect match for the furniture. Great post, check out 3D Rendering
- August 24, 2010 at 7:31 PM
- Trish said...
That kitchen is to die for.
And I seriously want that chair in the first pic.
- August 24, 2010 at 7:59 PM
- Sarah said...
The colors are beautiful and the entire house looks so comfortable - not an easy task to be both!
- August 25, 2010 at 12:38 AM
- Trish @ A dream house for Trish said...
I love the colours in the first pics, who would have thought such bright colours would look so refreshing. What a clever & daring designer... I love it!!!
- August 25, 2010 at 12:46 AM
- ceo said...
The first pic is amazing... I love it.......
- August 25, 2010 at 5:13 AM
- LeAnne said...
Please follow my newly created blog - first time home builder documenting the journey! Love your blog - its my absoloute favorite!! - thanks :)
- August 25, 2010 at 8:03 AM
- Cristin @ Simplified Bee said...
love those cane chairs!
- August 25, 2010 at 11:40 AM
- Ms. Manor said...
What a sexy kitchen!
- August 26, 2010 at 6:09 PM
- Maxine Watkins said...
I'd love to paint my door a version of turquoise but I'm afraid it would be too vibrant for a 50+ year old brick ranch in the south. Any suggested paint colors? Perhaps something muted & weathered looking. Thanks for your help.
Maxine Watkins
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Is My Thrift Store Better Than Yours?
This is just about the only hard hitting piece of investigative journaling that you will see from me this year. And by investigative I mean, I hit up a thrift store in Salt Lake while I was there last weekend.
So its bound to be fantastic.
Lets start this discussion the way that I feel most comfortable.
Hi, My name is Mandi and I am an addict.
(Hi Mandi!)
I am addicted to thrifting. There is something just so exciting about the thrill of the hunt and not knowing what treasures you may (or may not) find. Like this brass and glass table I swiped up last week for $15.00.
I frequently instagram/FB/blog (when I get around to it) my thrift store scores. And without fail, someone always says something along the lines of "MANDI. That is IT, I am moving to St. George. Your DI has THE BEST STUFF!!" I dont want you guys to get the impression that the DI in St. George is this treasure trove of amazing furniture and just quirky enough to get your hipster juices flowing figurines.
I am actually here to let you in on a little secret. I believe (for the most part) that thrift stores are created equal. Now, I am sure that this is not true everywhere, but if we are looking at the broad scope of things, like my fellow investigative journalists do, for the most part I think this is pretty accurate.
I know what you are thinking. " Dude, she is such a liar, she just doesn't want everyone stealing all the good crap before she gets to it." And while this may be true, I have a secret to tell you…
I go to the DI almost every day. Now, before you schedule an intervention, you should know that it is LITERALLY right up the street from my house. And I pass it every time I go anywhere. So to stop is not a huge deal. I have a route. I can be in and out in under 5 minutes. Hmmm. maybe I do need an intervention…but back to the point.
8.5 out of 10 times I am there I find nothing.
When I do find something most often its a small tchotcky, every once in a while I find something a little better (like my awesome industrial lamp) and every once in a blue moon I find a piece of furniture that I lick to stake my claim on. Just kidding, I don't do that…(as far as you know.)
Rarely when you are thrifting do you find something that you instantly love. Most often the first thought I have (or words I say if I am with someone) is "Well, I don't hate it." Then like a beautiful friendship that morphs into a lifelong love, this thing that I initially didn't hate turns into something that I have to have.
So just for fun, and to show you that the DI is no better than your Goodwill, I brought my camera along for the ride with me today.
Please enjoy.
This is the indoor furniture section. Lots and lots of particle board.
Your thrift store has over priced semi wooden dressers? Mine does too.
Oooh oooh!! How about sofas that would NEVER work in this decade? (please note that the light blue one would look pretty fab with a navy velvet on it but that is the only piece that could be resurrected.)
How about a bad lamp or 13?
This is the point of my route that we head through the swinging double doors you see on your left. This area is known as The Yard.
This is where most of the tables, chairs, art, doors, bikes, luggage, etc. are.
After I walk past the chairs I check out the art. There was an ESPECIALLY special piece in there today that I just had to share with you.
Now its time to head back inside, to the housewares.
A quick glance in the small pictures/frames and we spot these lovely beauties. (side note: When I was younger I ALWAYS wanted a picture like this. I mean, the artist captured her nose shine just so.)
Then we round the isle to the glass/ceramics. This is where I always find my sweet figurines like the Pomeranian statue that I spray painted in Sierra's guest room.
Today it was full of green dragons. I literally don't know how ANYONE could part with a collection like this. It must have been harder than giving birth.
The one item that I didn't hate (but didn't love enough to buy) was this little bird statue.
Then its on to the wood.
Unfortunately today there were no wooden bowls, only horrifying tole painted elfin creatures wearing lederhosen and a polar bear (or is it Frosty?) riding a burro.. YEEEE HAW! LOVE that bandana Frosty!! Please note the outhouse wind chime that is thankfully still in its package.
Actually I lied. There was this little fellow that would be great a bright solid color…
You know how they say things were built better in days gone by? I can attest to the fact that furniture was indeed stronger back in the vintage. Oh and don't forget about cars. But what about pantyhose? Don't you let that worry you for one more second. You can compare the run test between today's new fangled control tops to the wonderful firm-hold of yesteryear.
Now in all seriousness I actually really did love these books, I just might head back over there tomorrow and get them. Wouldn't they be so perfect in my house?! The Handyman Do It Yourself Encyclopedia series. I am sure that there is a thing or two I could learn in there.
Can you believe that with all of those treasures I left empty handed? Shocking.
Do I find great crap at my local thrift store? You bet I do. Do I find awesome crap at other peoples thrift stores? Yep. In fact over the weekend I stopped by the DI in West Jordan UT and found these brass deer statues.
I am constantly in awe over Jilly's thrift store scores, but when we were in her stomping ground doing Kelsey's room makeover we found next to nothing at the numerous Goodwill's that we stopped at.
So if you are feeling like you never find anything good at your thrift store, there is a good chance you aren't as big of an addict as I am.
And that may just be a blessing and a curse.
Oh and because I love you, here are a few posts I have written on HOW I shop at a thrift store:
No More Buyers Remorse: 8 Questions to ask yourself BEFORE you buy from a thrift store.


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The Week Ahead in Lancaster will be the coldest since the polar vortex chill earlier this month but that is not putting the freeze on activities! Art galleries throughout the City offer a variety of exhibits. A new cafe is opening this week. Musical events this week include the Willie Marble Xperience. F&M offers several talks on a variety of issues. And these only scratch the surface of The Week Ahead in Lancaster.
PPL Electric Utilities plans to begin a project this week to replace old power lines and related electrical equipment in Lancaster's Old Town neighborhood. The project will improve service reliability, according to PPL. Approximately 720 feet of underground and 480 feet of overhead power lines and six transformers will be replaced to improve reliability for about 65 customers on Church, S. Duke and Vine streets.
Over 30 paintings and drawings by the late Robert Cunningham (1924-2010) will be on display at the Pennsylvania College of Art & Design (PCA&D) from 10 January through 28 February. PCA&D is handicapped accessible. The school is located at 204 N Prince Street.
Gallery360 will hold a Closing Reception for the Juried Landscape Show that's been exhibited this month. The reception will begin at 5 p.m. Enjoy the art, hors d'oeuvres and non alcoholic beverages. The cash bar will be open downstairs as well. The Gallery360 is located on the second floor of Tellus360, located at 24 East King Street.
Ruth Bernard, David Brumbach and Michael Allen are the three featured artists currently at Lancaster Galleries. The exhibit continues through Saturday, 15 February. The Gallery is located at 34 North Water Street.
On Friday, the Parrot Gallery features Elizabeth Schrock Rosenfeld's "The Masked Identity" exhibit. Liquid light emulsion on cotton cloth is sealed with beeswax to create Rosenfeld's unique photography. The Parrot Gallery is located at 328 West Orange Street. Her exhibit runs through 23 February.
Civil War Reenactments
Do you history, in particular the Civil War? Company D of the 1st Penna. Reserves (30th PVI) is recruiting. Privates and civilians alike are needed. Get the whole family involved! If you are interested, go to http://www.1stpennsylvania.webs.com/.
Food & Drink
PAR Café has opened serving a variety of Hispanic and American foods. It is located at 604 Manor Street.
Health & Fitness
The Lancaster Road Runners Club (LRRC) will meet up Tuesday run at Long's Park. The First Saturday run will be at Weiser State Forest in Pine Grove. Car pools will leave from the Oregon Pike Sheetz parking lot. Run, walk or ride. Each Sunday the group meets at the Lancaster County Park.
The Run FAR (For A Refugee) Campaign ends Friday, 31 January. Rich Lucchese set out six months ago to run 1,050 miles for TAK(E) CHARGE, a fundraising organization supporting Church World Service's work with refugees. On Saturday, 1 February, Tellus360 will celebrate with Lucchese with a "wrap up run" beginning at Oregon Dairy and continuing to a "wrap up reception" at Tellus360.
Registration is now open for Run 4 Luck. The run itself will be Saturday, 15 March and runs through the School Lane Hills Neighborhood. The race benefits the Junior League of Lancaster. Run by yourself or with a team. For more information, go to http://www.run4luck.com/index.html. Registration closes on 13 March.
Biking more your thing? The Lancaster Bike Club has several rides scheduled. For more information, go to www.lancasterbikeclub.org.
Is getting fit your New Year Resolution? Try a yoga session at Tellus360, 24 E King Street. Classes this week are at 6 p.m. on Monday and Wednesday and 9:30 a.m. on Saturday.
Library Events
Knitting can be a relaxing craft. Learn how to knit at the Library! This free session is held every Monday at 6:30 p.m. and is for children and teens. Tuesday, the Library offers Legos & More as well as a Teen Gaming session. The Library is located at 125 North Duke Street.
Poet Katie Peterson will be at F&M's Philadelphia Alumni Writers' House on Wednesday. She has authored several poetry collections. A Reading with Katie Peterson is open to the public. The session is scheduled for 7 p.m.
The Unitarian Universalist Church will host a concert on Sunday, 26 January. The concert will be put on by the Music for Everyone Lancaster Community Chorus at 3 p.m. The church is located at 538 West Chestnut Street. The concert will be offered as a free will donation. Reservations are required due to limited space. Reserve your seat by calling 717-393-1733.
The Ware Center presents An Evening of Chamber Music on Friday, 31 January. The 7:30 p.m. performance is open to the public. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online at MUTicketsOnline.com.
The Willie Marble Xperience will perform Thursday, 30 January at Tellus360. The blues group will start off a new series at Tellus360. The series will benefit local non profits. This month's beneficiaries are the Lancaster County Conservancy and LIVE Green. There is a $10 cover charge. Doors open at 7 p.m. The show is scheduled to start at 8 p.m.
Local artist Mike McMonagle is up for Acoustic st of the Year as well! Do us a favor and vote! You can vote every 12 hours, so bookmark this page and vote often... Spread the word! THANKS! Artist of the Year. In addition, Tellus360 is up for the New Venue of the Year award at the Tri State Indie Music Awards! Readers can vote at http://awards.tristateindie.com/vote-2/.
Open House
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Lancaster County is celebrating its move to new offices by hosting an open house on Friday, 31 January at 53 N Duke St, Suite 218 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Those who attend will receive a tour of the new location, light refreshments and an opportunity to view a video about CASA and its important mission and the effect it has on the lives of Lancaster's young people. The open house is free but space is limited. Readers should reserve their space by calling CASA at 717-208-3280 or emailing firstname.lastname@example.com.
School Events
There will be a District PAC Meeting Monday at 6:30 p.m. at McCaskey East High School. Tuesday Wharton Elementary School students will attend a Career Fair. On Wednesday, 29 January, there will be a Parent SIP Meeting at 6 p.m. at the Fulton Elementary School and an IB Recital at 7 p.m. at JP McCaskey High School. Thursday, students at Hamilton Elementary School will enjoy a Skating Party at 5:30 p.m. There will also be a Parent PSSA Night at King Elementary School and the District Spelling Bee at Reynolds Middle School.
The Lancaster Convention Center will be home to the Keystone Beach Blast Cheer and Dance Tournament on Saturday, 1 February. This is a cheerleading/dance competition.
Win a 10 game pack to the Lancaster Barnstormers for their 10th season The Lancaster Barnstormers wants your 10 favorite memories of the last nine years with the Barnstormers. Share them with the team. Ten winners will be selected. The deadline is 28 February. Winners will be announced on 1 March via the Barnstormers' website and social media.
PA Superior Court Judge Jacqueline Shogan will speak on Privacy Rights in the Digital Age on Monday at 4:30 p.m. at F&M. The talk, which is open to the public, is part of the Bonchek House Presentation on Contemporary Issues. The talk will be held in the Benjamin Franklin Hall.
At 7:30 p.m. that same evening Michael Deibert will speak on his book "In The Shadow of Saint Death: The Gulf Cartel and the Price of America's Drug War in Mexico." The free talk will be in the Kauffman Hall and is open to the public. It is sponsored by the International Studies Program (ISP).
On Tuesday, the ISP at F&M presents "Looking for a Humanitarian Purpose: Endurance and Its Limits in a Palestinian Refugee Camp." The speaker will be Ilana Feldman, Associate Professor of Anthropology, History and International Affairs at George Washington University. The free talk will be in the Kauffman Hall and is open to the public.
Arsenic and Old Lace opens at the Fulton on Tuesday. The comedy runs through 16 February. The Fulton is located at 12 North Prince Street.
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The 4th of July falling on a Friday this year is pretty amazing, not only because it means a 3-day weekend, but also because brunch can begin a day early! We all know that brunch is one of Angelenos' favorite pastimes, and several restaurants all around the LA area are offering up brunch hours and special items to celebrate America the right way. Here are some local hotspots from every part of Los Angeles that are putting weekend brunch to shame and starting it a day early this Friday for 4th of July.
Restaurant: Brick + Mortar
Brunch: Before heading to the beach, stop by Brick + Mortar for their infamous brunch, complete with a live DJ to pump you up for the day's festivities. Both the bottomless mimosas as well as DIY Bloody Bar will be available, giving brunchers the ultimate decision of choosing between mixing B+M's refreshing tomato concoction with either vodka, tequila, or beer. All normal brunch items will be available, with favorites such as the Fried Chicken & Waffles w/ Maple Butter, Breakfast Pizza, and Chorizo + Egg Burrito.
Restaurant: Open Air Kitchen + Bar
Brunch Special: If you find yourself in West Hollywood for the 4th, make your way to Open Air Kitchen + Bar. Boasting the perfect outdoor patio, complete with ceiling fans to block out the warm weather, Open Air K + B is ideal for your 4th of July brunching. The standard bottomless mimosas and DIY Bloody Bar will be in full force, and an apple pie shot will be offered in honor of America's favorite dessert. Don't miss out on the Fried Chicken Sandwich or Eggs Benedict either!
Restaurant: The Rockefeller
Brunch: The South Bay is undoubtedly one of the best spots to celebrate the 4th of July. Opening at 11AM for all Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach-goers, The Rockefeller will be dishing out brunch favorites like the Sausage and Bacon Frittata, Doughnut Holes, and Pork Belly Benedict. Wash it all down with bottomless mimosas served with the choice of 4 fresh juices.
Restaurant: Little Dom's
Brunch Special: Red White & Blue Sangria - This Captain America themed sangria, created by head bartender Nikki Sunseri, is perfect for backyard barbeques and summer soirees with family and friends, as it can be batched and served to the masses. Made with strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, pineapple, white wine and rum, Nikki's sangria is healthy and boozy enough, so you can enjoy more than one.


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Gretchen Wilson in a Bikini
The 'Redneck Woman' is red hot and ready for summer in this bikini and jean shorts set. Carrie Underwood might be known for the best legs in country music, but Gretchen Wilson lays claim to the flattest stomach. The dog tags and belt buckle are a great way to accessorize this country girl look.


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This is a profoundly heavy subject, that will alter your financial life for some time
Definition of 'Bankruptcy' – A legal proceeding involving a person or business that is unable to repay outstanding debts. The bankruptcy process begins with a petition filed by the debtor (most common) or on behalf of creditors (less common). All of the debtor's assets are measured and evaluated, whereupon the assets are used to repay a portion of outstanding debt. Upon the successful completion of bankruptcy proceedings, the debtor is relieved of the debt obligations incurred prior to filing for bankruptcy.
Practical Explanation of 'Bankruptcy' – Bankruptcy offers an individual or business a chance to start fresh by forgiving debts that simply can't be paid while offering creditors a chance to obtain some measure of repayment based on what assets are available. In theory, the ability to file for bankruptcy can benefit an overall economy by giving persons and businesses another chance and providing creditors with a measure of debt repayment.
Bankruptcy filings in the United States can fall under one of several chapters of the Bankruptcy Code, such as Chapter 7 (which involves liquidation of assets), Chapter 11 (company or individual "reorganizations") and Chapter 13 (debt repayment with lowered debt covenants or payment plans). Bankruptcy filing specifications vary widely among different countries, leading to higher and lower filing rates depending on how easily a person or company can complete the process.
Each topic and question is handled from the question to the complete answer from our experts.
Some of you may be in a dire financial situation and may be wondering if you should file for bankruptcy.
Before we begin, realize that the only way to be sure bankruptcy is the right thing for you to do is to discuss your financial situation with a bankruptcy lawyer. Understand that every case is different and laws are continually changing. With that said, here is some basic information that you can consider.
First, ask yourself if you are having problems paying your debts. Are you being threatened with wage garnishment? Are you possibly facing foreclosure or repossession? If you answered yes to any of these, bankruptcy may be a way to deal with your financial problems. (read the entire article…)
5 Tips to Follow After Bankruptcy – In my years as a Temecula bankruptcy attorney, I have seen too many people find themselves in financial trouble more than once. To prevent this from happening to you after your bankruptcy is discharged, there are some simple steps you can take. Here are some tips you should follow after your bankruptcy: 1. Make Sure to Keep Copies of Your Bankruptcy Paperwork
You have copies of your bankruptcy petition, schedules, and order of discharge. Make sure you have them in a safe place because even though you can get other copies, it will cost you. And why do you need this paperwork? Creditors may still try to collect on a debt that has been discharged so you have the documentation to show them. In addition, you may need these copies with any problems of your credit report. You may also need copies the next time you apply for a loan. (read more…)
Published on April 20, 2013 by TFrahm in Bankruptcy
Tips for Avoiding Personal Bankruptcy – You may be facing some serious financial problems and trying to figure out if filing for bankruptcy is the right thing to do. But even though you might be overwhelmed with huge credit card bills, debt collectors wanting money, and that feeling that you can't see any hope with your finances, experts say that there are ways to keep creditors off your back without filing for bankruptcy.
Understand that filing for bankruptcy can hurt your credit score for years and you should try to take action to avoid bankruptcy whenever possible.
My years as a Temecula bankruptcy attorney have allowed me to see almost every situation possible. So with that in mind, here are a few tips that may help: 1) Call Your Creditors. Back in 2008 during the financial crisis, there was a wave of personal bankruptcy filings which left creditors with a plethora of unpaid debt. Due to this, creditors became more willing to work with the consumers to hopefully create many different types of "repayment plans."
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Gary McKinnon's mother Janis Sharp is overjoyed with UK extradition decision
She thanks all those who helped the campaign for her son
GARY MCKINNON'S MOTHER Janis Sharp has spoken about her relief on hearing that the UK government will deny the extradition request for her son.
The decision was announced on Tuesday in the House of Commons by Home Secretary Theresa May, who explained that the potential for McKinnon to commit suicide due to his Asperger's syndrome meant it was too much of a risk to extradite him.
Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday attended by The INQUIRER, Sharp thanked all those that helped raise attention to his situation and protest in his favour, arguing that the decision today has helped save his life.
"It's been a life-saving decision because Gary doesn't travel abroad, he doesn't go on holiday, so to be taken from everything you know, thousands of miles away, is so terrible to him and so I can understand he felt he would rather be dead," she said.
Sharp also said that even though the decision did not remove the possibility of a trial in the UK, this was a far better situation than the threat of extradition.
"We can deal with that here," she said. "The only thing we asked was for him to be tried here. He's lost 10 years of his life but we can deal with this now."
Sharp also spoke of the darker moments during the 10-year ordeal, explaining how the issue had affected her son.
"It was horrendous, it was like being in the dark all the time. Gary used to be musical but he hasn't touched an instrument for years because he couldn't face it, he wasn't allowed online, so he didn't have an outlet. He used to run but he stopped that too," she explained.
"It's such a waste of talent. [Governments] should look at these hackers, people with Asperger's syndrome because they are such an asset, and would work so hard.
"It's been awful watching Gary going downhill so badly, but it was such a relief to see him smile for the first time in so many years today." µ
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Sadie is a 4 year old Pug/Beagle Mix. The Arizona Animal Welfare League describes her with the following: "Hi guys! It's me Sadie. I'm a perfect companion if you are looking for a new life-long friend. I get along great with everybody and I know how to sit. i like to get in daily exercise and well and getting out to the dog park every week. I love going to the dog park to meet all my friends. I'm here at Arizona Animal Welfare League waiting for you."
Sadie is located in Building 5 at the Arizona Animal Welfare League. Her adoption fee is $125. For more information about Scooby, and how to adopt her; please visit Scooby's Fan Page, or call the Arizona Animal Welfare League at 602-273-6852 Ext 116. Her Animal ID number is 12075446.
This pet might have been adopted by the time you visit the shelter, however, the Arizona Animal Welfare League has many more wonderful pets that also need loving homes. Please take a moment to meet some of the other homeless dogs, cats and other companion animals at the shelter! To see all the animals that are waiting for forever homes please visit our website at www.aawl.org. AZ Animal Welfare League does not have a formal affiliation with the author of this article or Examiner.com
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Men's Basketball Rolls Past St. Francis (IL), 92-56, In Exhibition Finale
Nov. 11, 2003
Chicago, Ill.- The UIC men's basketball team capped its exhibition season on Tuesday night, downing St. Francis, 92-56, at the UIC Pavilion.
Senior guard Cedrick Banks led all scorers with 27 points on 11-of-16 shooting. Banks, the Horizon League Preseason Player of the Year, drained five of his first seven shots for 12 points in the first half, including 10 during the first eight minutes of play, then scored 15 of UIC's first 29 points in the second period. Banks also finished with six rebounds, four assists, and five steals.
The Flames put the game out of reach with a 14-2 run to open the second half, led by senior forward Armond Williams' seven points in the first four minutes of the period. Williams finished with 17 points and eight rebounds.
UIC made the most of their extra opportunities, taking a 26-7 edge in second-chance points. The Flames were equally dominant underneath the basket, outscoring the Saints in the paint, 56-24.
Senior Aaron Carr scored 10 points for the Flames, while Martell Bailey added eight assists.
St. Francis was led by Brandon Krug and Bob St. Leger, who each chipped in 11 points.
UIC will open the regular season this Saturday, November 15th at the Dell BCA Classic in Cincinnati, Ohio, against UC-Irvine at 5 p.m.


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Grammy Award winner Terence Blanchard today releases Magnetic, his first album since 2009 and what a beautiful melange it is.
The 10-track project features a diversity of sound easily moving between ballad to bop to electronic. Joining him on the record are band members Kendrick Scott, Brice Winston, Fabian Almazan, and Joshua Crumbly. Some marvelous guests grace the album as well, including the legendary Ron Carter as well as Blue Note label-mates Ravi Coltrane and Lionel Loueke.
For a taste of the album, take a listen to "Magnetic" below and watch a making of the album studio session after the jump.
Terence will be performing at the Jazz Standard in NYC tomorrow, May 29. Enter our contest below to win tickets!
And on June 15 through June 30, Terence will be premiering his first opera! Titled Champion, the St. Louis based production will follow the story of boxing champion Emile Griffith. More on tour dates after the jump.
Purchase Magnetic on iTunes | Amazon
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Tour Dates
May 29, 2013 – June 2 – Quintet- New York, NY – Jazz Standard
June 12 – Quintet – St. Louis, MO – Whitaker Music Festival
June 15 – Opera- St. Louis, MO – Premiere of Champion
June 19 – Opera- St. Louis, MO – Champion
June 21 – Opera- St. Louis, MO – Champion
June 22 – Quintet- Lincroft, NJ – Christain Brothers Academy
June 25 – Opera- St. Louis, MO – Champion
June 27 – Opera- St. Louis, MO – Champion
June 30 – Opera- St. Louis, MO – Champion
August 2 – Quintet- Boston, MA – Sculler's Jazz Club
August 3 – Quintet- Newport, RI – Newport Jazz Festival
August 8, 2013 – August 11 – Quintet- Washington, DC – Blues Alley


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New Content for TESO
The first Adventure Zone for TESO, Craglorn, introduces a new challenging storyline for groups from four-player quests to up to twelve=player trials. Check out the latest video release to learn more.
GW2 Megaserver is Only the Beginning
April is going to be a big month for GW2 as they implement a number of game system changes in what they are calling the April 2014 Feature Pack. Changes include updates to the trait system, repair bills going away, new abilities for each class, wardrobe changes, social improvement, PVP gear changes, and account-bound gear. Find out more in-game April 15.
Budgie Week Returns in Rift
Ride the adorable Budgies in daily racing games for special loot, or acquire the brand new Umbral Budgie from one of the Umbral Budgie Troves for a limited time. The Umbral Budgie has a heart of gold…and murder.
SWTOR Double XP Weekend Returns
For those who are still leveling characters or interested in starting an alt, it's that time of month again. April 11-14 is Double XP Weekend.


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The 2014 NFL playoff TV and live online schedule resumes in just a little over 48 hours when the much anticipated AFC and NFC Championships are schedule to take place this Sunday afternoon. Championship games in the NFL are always intense and exciting, but this year's match-ups have the potential to be some of the best ever.
According to a Gather.com report on Jan. 16, the first game on Championship Sunday will feature the No. 1 and No. 2 seeds in the AFC when the New England Patriots take on the Denver Broncos from the Mile High city.
Led by two of the best quarterbacks to ever play the game, New England's Tom Brady and Denver's Peyton Manning will once again try to lead their team to a trip to the Super Bowl. When these two teams met during the regular season the Patriots rallied from 24 points down to win in overtime.
The NFC Championship will feature the 49ers taking on the Seahawks from the always loud CenturyLink Field in Seattle. This will be the third time these two teams will face each other this season, with the home team winning the two previous match-ups.
Unlike the past five season, this year's NFL playoffs brought no surprises.
The final four teams standing on Championship Sunday are actually the top four favorites to win the Super Bowl, and have been since last August.
Putting that into perspective makes picking the winners to these key games a very difficult thing to do. If the underdogs win both games it really wouldn't surprise many people.
Here is a look at the Championship schedules, current odds, picks and TV start times.
- AFC Championship: New England Patriots vs. Denver Broncos -- 3: 00 p.m. EST
- NFC Championship: San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks -- 6:30 p.m. EST
Las Vegas odds:
- Vegas line: Denver -4.5, Over/Under 55
- Vegas line: Seattle -3, Over/Under 39.5
TV and online information:
- AFC Championship: Patriots vs. Broncos - CBS National, CBS Sports live stream
- NFC Championship: 49ers vs. Seahawks - FOX National, Foxsports.com
Picks: Seattle -3, Denver -4.5


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By Eddie Graveline, Glovedropper.com
After taking a relatively short road trip up to Dawson Creek, British Columbia the previous weekend, the NAHL Fresno Monsters kicked off a 2-game home series against the Wenatchee Wild at Selland Arena on Thursday night. With the playoffs drawing ever closer, every potential point has become crucial and the Monsters were hoping to start the weekend off in a good way.
Wenatchee has been a tough opponent for the Monsters all year and unfortunately, that didn't change on Thursday. The Monsters held the Wild at bay for a while, but they scored 10:17 into the first period to take the game's first lead. The goal came on a rush, where Wenatchee capitalized on speed coming into the zone and a one-timer right in the slot.
The Monsters didn't fair any better in the second period. It wasn't too bad, except for a 77 second sretch where Wenatchee scored twice. The first came at 12:18 on a scramble in front of the net. The Monsters couldn't clear the crease and paid for it. The second came from in close at 13:35 and the Monsters found themselves trailing 3-0 going into the second intermission. Even more telling, perhaps, was the fact that they were outshot 11-26 in the first 40 minutes of play.
It only got worse in the third period. Wenatchee added three more goals, while the Monsters were unable to put a single puck in the net. In addition to the score, the Monsters were frustrated even further by penalties and played much of the final twenty minutes short-handed. In terms of analysis, there's not a whole lot to say about this one. The Monsters got out-skated and out-played all night and continued to leave Wild players open in scoring positions. Despite surrendering six goals, Louie Puig actually played fairly well in net for the Monsters. He made a lot of good saves, but just didn't get much help, especially right in front.
As you might expect, the coaching staff was pretty frustrated after the game. "This is one of those games that you just have to forget about and come back tomorrow night," Assistant Coach, Mike Perkins said. "There's not a lot to say, but we just have to come back with a strong effort tomorrow."
Tomorrow it is. The NAHL Monsters will host Wenatchee for the second and final game of the week Friday at 7:35 at Selland Arena.


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We are not running the MTB as an event in 2013. It has been replaced by an awesome small group Mountains to Beach Tour. See here for details
Sunday 3 March to Friday 8 March 2013
Imagine a week of mountain biking, a week of racing, that will take you from the highest mountains in Australia, across snowgum lined plains, down along rainforest lined creeks and out to finish with your wheels in the sand and surf. Snaking singletrack, 'wind through the helmet' downhills, challenging uphills and some of the most varied scenery you could want.
Join us for the 2013 Mountains To Beach and come on a journey where entrants, solo or pairs, will ride some 380km from Thredbo in the Snowy Mountains of NSW to Narooma on the South Coast of NSW.
The majority of the riding will be in race stages that will test the full range of mountain biking skills - uphill, downhill, cross country, marathon, riding under lights. Whilst timed race stages will range in length up to 100km, there will also be a number of non timed, non race cruising stages along the way.
- Ride just under 400km on a range of superb tracks and trails
- Take the challenge of the race and enjoy the journey
- Stay in a range of accommodation from 'sheer looxury' to camping
- Test your range of mountain biking skills
- Win yourself some great prizes and giveaways


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Academic Senate Meeting Minutes
Thursday, May 3, 2007
12:45 -2:00 pm
Student Service Building,
Conference Rooms A & B
Senators Present
: Yolanda Bellisimo, Barbara Bonander, Hank Fearnley, Ron Gaiz, Erika Harkins, Patrick Kelly, Arthur Lutz, Radica Portello, David Rollison, Ingrid Schreck, John Sutherland, Blaze Woodlief
Senators Absent:
Theo Fung,
Deborah Graham,
Sheri Rollison
Hoa-Long Tam, Sara McKinnon, Bernie Blackman
Approval of Agenda & Minutes
Motion made to approve the agenda
Motion adopted
Motion made to approve the minutes
Motion adopted
Officers' Reports
The President reported the following:
written report
was submitted.
The Vice President reported the following:
Joe, Eric and Patrick will meet with Pres. White to discuss Bolinas.
AS VP met with V-Anne to discuss the meeting for the gateway building
After the November 2008 election we will find out if the bond passes and we will know for certain which buildings will be part of the Gateway.
Faculty should attend the Gateway planning session to discuss the plans and offer input.
Standing Reports
Academic Standards Committee
The committee is working on College Petitions Committee procedures and guidelines.
AS should review and pass on to College Council, then it goes to the Board.
They have also been working on updating the enrollment services handbook.
The Math Dept. approved ap credit for Mat 115 with a score of 3, 4, or 5
AS gives consent to give approval of AP credit policy for Math 155
Community Education
The Community Ed teachers who teach at night usually have mailboxes in the Emeritus room. Until recently there was one person there until 7:30 to allow access to the building. There is no longer access to that room at night. Several teachers cannot get their mail.
Pres. of the AS will research this issue and find out whether the Community Ed mail can be moved to the mailroom.
Action Items
Investigation & Negotiation of Senate Units
Senator Bonander made a motion for the AS to
determine the required work for Senate consideration prior to any negotiation of officers.
The AS will list officer's roles and bring it back to the AS for consideration. If the AS determines that we should be asking for more units, that would then be negotiated.
Roll call vote:
Shreck: Y
Woodlief: Y
Harkins: Y
Lutz: A
Portello: Y
Bonander: Y
Gaiz: Y
Rollison, David: N
Sutherland: Y
Fearnley: No
Kelly: A
Bellisimo: Y
Motion adopted
MOU on Program Review
Definitions of program review were discussed.
Pres of the AS stated that the MOU document was drafted so that program review will be used to "grow ad sustain" programs. The document was written to protect programs.
Concerns were raised about the wording and language of the document concerning the budgeting role.
Suggestions were made to add into the preamble "as applied to academic programs" as opposed to any other unit.
Concerns were raised about mixing program review with student learning outcomes.
Senators discussed adding a bit more to the program review draft.
AS pres will revise and send the draft to Senators; this will be voted on next week.
Requests to Address the Senate on Non-Agenda Items
No requests
Meeting adjourned at 2:03
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DALLAS - Gridiron Heroes Spinal Cord Injury Foundation fulfilled one of its Road Trip for Heroes goals this week, donating a wheelchair-accessible van to the family of Chris Sartor, a former Pine Tree High School (Longview, Texas) football player who suffered a spinal cord injury two years ago.
Road Trip for Heroes is a 2,500-mile trek across Texas to raise funds and awareness for the non-profit organization. It kicked off last week in San Antonio, where Gridiron Heroes was formed. Father and son co-founders Eddie and Chris Canales are leading the trip throughout September to five Texas high school football games in five cities, which include San Antonio, Dallas, Austin, Houston and El Paso.
The goal for Road Trip is to raise a minimum of $100,000, which is being used to purchase two wheelchair-accessible vans for injured athletes and their families in Texas. Gridiron Heroes announced that $83,000 of the $100,000 goal has been raised. The donation today marks the tenth van that Gridiron Heroes has awarded in its 10-year history.
A press conference was held on Thursday at Gerald J. Ford Stadium on the SMU campus to announce the van donation to the Sartor family. Since his injury during a game in 2011, the family has had to transport Chris in their personal vehicles, making travel nearly impossible. SMU Football Coach June Jones, a longtime Gridiron Heroes supporter and member of the Road Trip for Heroes Steering Committee, hosted the press conference.
"Those of us who love the game of football have an obligation to do all we can for those who experience life-changing injuries on the field," said Coach Jones, whose Foundation is a Road Trip for Heroes sponsor. "This is why I support Gridiron Heroes and their campaign Road Trip for Heroes."
"We've had a good start, but we're not there yet," said Gridiron Heroes co-founder Eddie Canales. "We're about $17,000 away from being able to purchase another van. People can help by going to www.RoadTripHeroes.org."
About Gridiron Heroes Spinal Cord Injury Foundation
Gridiron Heroes was formed in 2003 with a specific mission - to provide immediate and long-term resources and support to individuals sustaining catastrophic spinal cord injury in high school football. Gridiron Heroes is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization based in San Antonio, Texas. For more information about the foundation, its mission and resources for spinal cord injury, call (210) 849-9250, or visit www.gridironheroes.org.


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Poppy, the pug, will make you laugh and chuckle.
Poppy has mischievous adventures and endears herself to the family who are bitten by the "Pug Bug."
Enjoy this book for yourself. Read to children and grandchildren. Great for pug groups and gifts.
This book is a memoir of childhood on Sefton Avenue in the Hamilton neighborhood in Baltimore, Maryland. It covers the magical time of early childhood in the 1950s in an Italian immigrant family. My experiences growing up in a Catholic school system are also chronicled. The book ends when the family joins the post-WWII migration to the new suburbs that were springing up all over the United States.
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NHL.com continues its preview of the 2013-14 season, which will include in-depth looks at all 30 teams throughout September.
After making the Stanley Cup Playoffs in each of Dave Tippett's first three seasons behind their bench, culminating in an appearance in the 2012 Western Conference Final, the Phoenix Coyotes experienced a sudden fall during the lockout-shortened 2012-13 season.
With goaltender Mike Smith struggling through injuries and inconsistency and the team's offense suddenly failing to find scoring at opportune moments, Phoenix failed to gain any traction and missed the postseason.
Rather than panic and make sweeping changes, general manager Don Maloney banked on the key pieces making up the core of the team that came within three wins of advancing to the 2012 Stanley Cup Final. It started with signing Smith and Tippett to contract extensions, important moves that were followed up with the arrival of top-line free agents and some important prospects.
With training camp underway, the questions surrounding these moves could ultimately decide whether or not the Coyotes return to the playoffs.
1. How will the top line do? -- The signing of center Mike Ribeiro, who starred with Tippett when both were with the Dallas Stars, gives the Coyotes an offensive element they haven't had in some time. That presence of a marquee playmaker in his lineup was something that immediately excited Maloney.
"He's underappreciated without the puck," Maloney told NHL.com. "Since I've been here, we've been searching for a creative playmaking center, which should help players like Mikkel Boedker or Lauri Korpikoski or Shane Doan, the players who will be able to play with Mike."
Sure enough, Ribeiro started training camp centering a line with Boedker and Doan, two of Phoenix's most talented offensive players. On paper, this move immediately gives the Coyotes a potent top line, something they haven't really had under Tippett. As with every Coyotes trio, the line will be expected to execute efficiently at both ends of the rink. But if the group finds chemistry, it could provide an impressive offensive flair to a team that ranked 21st in goals last season.
"I'm enjoying it. [Ribeiro] is so good with the puck and we know what [Boedker] can do," Doan said in the opening days of camp. "I just want to stay there as long as possible."
2. Can Mike Smith rebound? -- Phoenix's breakthrough 2011-12 season, in which it finished atop the Pacific Division standings before advancing to the conference final, was keyed in large part by the emergence of Smith. After spending some time with Tippett in Dallas, Smith established himself in Phoenix as a franchise goaltender.
In his first year in the desert, Smith established career bests in wins (38), goals-against average (2.21) and save percentage (.930) before struggling with injuries and inconsistency last season. But armed with a new six-year extension, he'll be counted on to lead the Coyotes back to the playoffs. If he can regain his form from the 2011-12 season, Phoenix could potentially find its way back to the conference final.
Having a full training camp should help Smith rebound. A lack of a proper camp, coupled with the rigors of the compacted 48-game season, caused a number of goaltenders to struggle last season. Smith is now looking to move on.
"Coming off a shortened season, I didn't have the year I would've liked to have. But I'm excited to be able to tip-toe into the season," Smith told NHL.com. "With a full camp, some exhibition games -- stuff we didn't have last year -- that definitely will be beneficial.
3. Which prospects will step up? -- For the past few years, Phoenix has done a fine job of stockpiling prized prospects. And for the first time during their tenure together, Tippett and Maloney are looking to unleash that young group on the rest of the League. Long before camp started, they made it clear that a number of young players would get their first real chance to compete for roster spots in training camp.
"I feel we're going to get a good push at training camp from a couple of younger players," Maloney said. "We made a concerted effort to leave three open scoring spots available. Whoever wants to step up and grab them, we like that push. Hopefully somebody will seize the opportunity and take it."
The Coyotes have a number of youngsters who could make a play for an opening-night roster spot. They include forwards like 2013 first-round pick Max Domi, Lucas Lessio and Chris Brown, who in his first pro season with the team's American Hockey League affiliate in Portland scored 29 goals in 68 games.
The team's back end features plenty of veteran talent, but prospects like David Rundblad, Connor Murphy and Brandon Gormley could also compete for a spot and provide insurance should one of the vets get hurt. If a couple of these young players can step in and give the veteran-heavy Coyotes a little extra jump, the team should rebound nicely from a tough 2012-13 season.
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How would you feel unlocking a powerful world? Melissa, had planted the most magical, and beautiful seeds - otherwise known as the sunflower, growing before her eyes it unlocks a powerless world under the command of pixies. It's all up to Melissa to save this magical world and save the pixies trying to take over it, once and for all. But, can she do it with the help of her friends?
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(Ovibos moschatus wardi)
Habitat and Distribution: Found in arctic prairies and tundra in Greenland and northern Canada; reintroduced to their former range along the arctic coast of Alaska in the 1960s.
Size: 5-7.5 feet long; 4-5 feet at shoulder; 400-800 pounds. Males are larger than females.
Wild Diet: Grasses, roots, bark, grains, nuts, flowers, lichen, fungus, willow, herbs, shrubs, and grasses.
Predators: Usually wolves; sometimes brown bears or polar bears.
Reproduction: Females generally produce one calf every other year, between April and June, after a gestation of 8-9 months. Newborn calves can stand and nurse within an hour, start eating vegetation within a few weeks, and depend on their mothers for warmth and food to survive their first winter. A calf follows its mother for about a year, sometimes hiding underneath her skirt of guard hair.Behavior: Muskoxen are harem breeders: A bull gathers a group of cows, guards them from other males, breeds all the females in the group, then stays with them and protects the offspring. The bull establishes dominance over other males by posturing, roaring, fighting, and spreading his scent. Fights involve 10 or more head-to-head collisions until one bull gives up--although they may charge at speed of up to 25 mph, this behavior is rarely fatal. The harem system also gives muskoxen good defense against predators.
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Muskoxen were exploited for meat and hide in the 19th and 20th centuries, but the Northwest Game Act of 1917 enacted conservation efforts allowing for their recovery. They are widely distributed and their large populations are stable, with an estimated total of 80,000 individuals in the wild.
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- Muskoxen have two-layered coats. Their soft underwool, called qiviut ("kiv-ee-ute"), is shed every spring. Qiviut is warmer than sheep's wool and softer than cashmere.
- When threatened, the herd forms a circle with heads facing outward and rumps and young animals protected in the center. This is the best defense against predation because they overheat quickly and can't outrun bears or wolves long enough to escape.


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Comparisons of pay between metropolitan areas
December 29, 2005
The pay relative averaged across all occupations for workers in the San Francisco, California, metropolitan area was 117 in 2004, meaning that pay on average was 17 percent higher in that area than in the nation as a whole.
By contrast, pay averaged across all occupations in the Brownsville, Texas, metropolitan area was 19 percent below the national average.
A pay relative is a calculation of pay—wages, salaries, commissions, and production bonuses—for a given metropolitan area relative to the nation as a whole. The calculation controls for differences among areas in occupational composition, establishment and occupational characteristics, and the fact that data are collected for areas at different times during the year.
Pay relatives have been prepared for each of 9 major occupational groups within 78 Metropolitan Statistical Areas and have been averaged across all occupations for each area. Pay relatives averaged for workers in all occupations in San Francisco and Brownsville were, respectively, the highest and lowest among the 78 areas.
These data are from the BLS National Compensation Survey program. Note that the San Francisco metropolitan area also includes Oakland and San Jose; the Brownsville area also includes Harlingen and San Benito. Learn more in "Occupational Pay Relatives, 2004," news release USDL 05-2382.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, The Economics Daily, Comparisons of pay between metropolitan areas on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2005/dec/wk4/art03.htm (visited June 29, 2016).
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Kalyn Harker enters the series with a five-game hitting streak.
April 11, 2014
|SIU (17-18, 5-6 MVC) at Bradley (17-21, 8-4 MVC)
|April 12-13, 2014
|Saturday, April 12
Game 1: 12 p.m.
Game 2: 2 p.m.
Sunday, April 13
|Peoria, Ill. -- Laura Bradley Field (500)
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|SIU leads, 54-24
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Southern Illinois is traveling to Bradley for the middle series in the Missouri Valley Conference's nine-series conference slate. The series marks SIU's three away games in the middle of a stretch of 10 home games in a 13-game stretch. SIU is coming off a 2-3 record in a five-game hone stand, and it will return home for five MVC games following the series with Bradley. The Salukis are starting the back half of the conference after facing the four teams, along with SIU, picked to finish in the top-half of the conference. SIU made it through that stretch with a 5-6 MVC record, but Bradley is third in the Valley through four series with an 8-4 MVC mark.
The Salukis have won four-straight games in the all-time series with Bradley and hold a 54-24 overall mark in the 78 games between the two schools. Southern swept the three-game set with Bradley last year, winning all three games by only one run. Southern had three-run leads in the seventh inning of two of those games before Bradley threatened with two runs before SIU closed the games out. In the series finale, Southern rallied from a one-run deficit in the bottom of the seventh to win. Michelle Glenn scored the game-tying run in that game before Morgan Barchan scored the game-winner on a pair of Bradley errors. Bradley took two of three games the last time the teams played at Laura Bradley Park in Peoria.
Southern Illinois has played around .500 softball for the entire season. SIU has been within one game on either side of .500 for 13-straight games and recently are on the wrong side of .500 after dropping two of three to Illinois State last weekend and losing a 7-6 decision to Eastern Illinois on Wednesday.
Bradley is 2-4 in its last six games, with both wins coming last weekend in a series with Loyola at Laura Bradley Park. Bradley's offense has struggled recently, scoring three or fewer runs in four of the last five games, including a 2-0 shutout loss to SIU-Edwardsville on Thursday afternoon.
Bradley has a 17-21 overall record, but the Braves have been great in MVC play, going 8-4 to put themselves in third place in the conference race. Bradley was picked seventh in the MVC preseason poll, but they've won three of their first four series, with their only series loss coming against current MVC frontrunner Wichita State.
The Braves have used pitching to get to third in the conference. BU has scored five or fewer runs in nine-straight games, but they've managed to win five of those games, including tight 4-2 and 3-2 wins.
Madeline Lynch-Crumrine has been the staff ace, posting a 2.89 ERA and appearing in 28 of the team's 38 games. Lynch-Crumrine has limited opponents to a .250 batting average against her, and she pitched a complete-game shutout in BU's only win over league leader Wichita State--who boasts the most explosive offense in the MVC. From the plate, Alyson Clemente leads the team with a .303 average, six doubles, three home runs and 23 RBIs. Lynch-Crumrine also hits well, batting .293 with three home runs to help her own cause. She has the team's best slugging percentage at .467.
SIU senior Allie VadeBoncouer has reached base in 19-straight games for the Salukis, the longest mark on the team this season. It's the longest for SIU since teammate Taylor Orsburn reached base in 26-straight games overlapping the 2013 and 2014 seasons. Orsburn reached base in the final 23 games of 2013 before reaching base in the first three games of this season. VadeBoncouer has posted a .516 on-base percentage in that 19-game swing, raising her OBP to an MVC-best .500 on the season.
Did you know?
Allie VadeBoncouer has a 19-game reached-base streak, the longest since teammate Taylor Orsburn reached base in 26-straight games overlapping the 2013 and 2014 seasons.
Through 11 games, SIU senior Jayna Spivey is dominating in MVC play. She's hitting .556 (20-for-36) with astronomical slugging (.917) and on-base percentage (.628) numbers. Sixteen of her 30 RBIs this season have come in the 11 conference games, and she's committed just one error in conference play. She's totaled five doubles, a triple, two home runs, seven runs scored and 33 total bases. The senior has broken SIU's career RBI record and ranks eighth in MVC history in career RBIs, just five away from breaking into the top-five in conference history.
Third baseman Kelsea Ashton has just a .179 average at the plate this year, but she's been a tough out so far in MVC play. In conference games, Ashton is hitting .304 with two doubles and two runs scored. She's also posted a .360 on-base percentage.
Kelsey Gonzalez hits in the No. 9 hole for the Salukis, but she's anything but a typical No. 9 hitter. Gonzalez's .318 batting average is tied for second on the team. She has also pounded four doubles and two home runs, leading to her .435 slugging percentage, and she's walked 11 times for a .380 on-base percentage. She's also been able to drive runs in. Gonzalez has four sacrifice flies on the year. With three entering the week, she was ranked No. 29 nationally in sac flies, and she added another one on Wednesday vs. Eastern Illinois. She also hit a homer against EIU.
SIU senior Allie VadeBoncouer ranks second the Missouri Valley Conference in on-base percentage at .500. VadeBoncouer is hitting .267 this year and has just half as many hits (20) as SIU's leader Jayna Spivey (40). In fact, VadeBoncouer has walked (22) more times than she's gotten a hit (20), and she's added 13 hit-by-pitches on top of that. All told, VadeBoncouer's .500 OBP this late in the season puts her in the hunt for a second career .500 on-base percentage season after posting a .505 OBP as a sophomore in 2012. All told, VadeBoncouer has an amazing career OBP of .452 in more than 550 career plate appearances.
SIU senior Allie VadeBoncouer has been hit by 13 pitches this year. That marks the 68 times in her career that VadeBoncouer has been hit by a pitch, second in NCAA history. VadeBoncouer passed Auburn's Myesha Finney (2006-09) for sole possession of second place on the NCAA's all-time HBP list by wearing one against Eastern Illinois on Wednesday. VadeBoncouer probably will have to settle for second on the list; the NCAA's career leader, Mariah Gearhart of Okahoma State (2008-11) blows away the field with an amazing 92 career HBPs.
Southern was no-hit in the first game of a doubleheader at Saint Louis, but the Salukis have been on fire at the plate since then. As a team, Southern has hit .303 in the nine games since they were no-hit. Jayna Spivey is hitting a remarkable .467 in that span, and Kalyn Harker (.406), Kelsey Gonzalez (.333), Shaye Harre (.308), Meredith Wilson (.304) and Michelle Glenn (.300) are also hitting well.
On the season, four SIU hitters have posted batting averages of better than .300--Spivey (.357), Harker (.318), Gonzalez (.318) and Harre (.303)--and that's not including Allie VadeBoncouer, who boasts a .500 on-base percentage.
Jayna Spivey's name is already plastered all over the MVC and SIU record books, and she's again threatening to add her name on another record. Spivey has hit 13 doubles, which leads the conference and ranks 17th nationally. That's already tied for fifth in a single season in school history and just two away from tying teammate Taylor Orsburn's 2013 campaign for the all-time SIU lead. With five more doubles, Spivey will jump into the top-10 in MVC history in single-season doubles.
Another Southern Illinois senior, Taylor Orsburn, is also among SIU's all-time RBI hitters. Orsburn hit a grand slam to center field that started SIU's 9-1 romp over Murray State on Tuesday. The four RBIs gave Orsburn 124 for her career, which tied her with Katie Wilson for fifth on SIU's all-time list.
Orsburn and Spivey are both knocking on the door of SIU's top-10 career list in hits. Orsburn has 184 career hits and Spivey has 178. With two more hits from Orsburn and nine more hits from Spivey, both players will leave their careers among the top-10 hit producers in school history.
With Spivey, Orsburn, and Harre batting in the heart of the order, Southern has one of the nation's best lineups for producing doubles. SIU ranks No. 21 nationally in doubles per game, led by Spivey, who ranks 17th.
SIU junior Kalyn Harker has gone 13-for-32 (.406) in her last nine games, including a 3-for-4, 4 RBI outing in the second game of the SLU doubleheader. Not traditionally an RBI hitter, Harker has piled up eight of her 16 RBIs in 2014 in those games. She's also gone a perfect 6-for-6 on stolen base attempts and scored seven runs. With her hot streak in the last nine games, Harker has raised her season batting average from .255 to .318. Harker is hitting a team-leading .429 with runners in scoring position this year (15-35). Harker is currently on a five-game hitting streak, the longest current streak for SIU.
SIU junior Katie Bertelsen has emerged as the staff ace over the last month. In her first seven appearances after MVC play started, Bertelsen had a 1.83 ERA and threw six complete games in her seven starts. She threw a complete-game shutout in the series opener against Drake and allowed more than two earned runs only twice. She went pitch-for-pitch with 2012 MVC Pitcher of the Year Jamie Fisher of UNI in a 10-inning 2-1 loss and backed it up by only allowing six earned runs over her next 24 innings (2.14 ERA).
Bertelsen has posted just a 3.17 ERA in MVC play and thrown five complete games. She's recorded the W in four of SIU's five conference wins. With 44 career wins, Bertelsen ranks eighth in SIU history and also ranks 10th in school history with 79 career appearances, 23 of which have come this year.
SIU senior first baseman Taylor Orsburn, pitching for the first time in her SIU career, had a 1.95 ERA in her first 32.1 innings this year. In that span, she allowed hitters just a .242 average against her. To start MVC play, she was even better, posting an 1.21 ERA in her first 17.1 innings, which spanned five appearances. Hitters managed only a .215 average over that time. Orsburn had a 15-inning scoreless streak heading into the seventh inning of SIU's 9-3 win at SLU on Wednesday before giving up an earned run in the blowout. After a rough stretch, Orsburn was back to her dominant ways with 2.2 scoreless innings on Wednesday against EIU to lower her season ERA to 2.77.
True freshman Shaye Harre has jumped right in and been one of the best hitters in the conference from the start of her career. Harre's older cousin, Amy, is one of SIU's all-time great pitchers, but Shaye Harre has shown her potential from the batter's box. Harre ranks 11th nationally among freshman in RBIs per game as of the last NCAA stat report last Monday and, along with Jayna Spivey, has led SIU to the No. 21 rank nationally out of 288 schools in doubles per game. Harre leads the team in home runs (4), RBIs (33) and triples (2), and she's done all that despite hitting just .194 with five RBIs in her first 13 games.
Through 13 games, two key cogs in the middle of the SIU lineup were struggling. Senior Jayna Spivey was hitting just .237 and freshman Shaye Harre was hitting .194. In the 22 games since, both players have been playing at an All-American level. Spivey is hitting .419 and has raised her average all the way to .357 for the season. She's posted an OBP of .500 and a slugging percentage of .703. She has 10 doubles, a triple, three home runs and 22 RBIs in that 21-game span alone. Harre has been nearly as good. She has hit .365 with a .481 OBP and .698 slugging percentage. She's hit seven doubles, a triple and four home runs in addition to her 28 RBIs in that span.
SIU's series finale at Missouri State marked her 800th career game, all of which have come at SIU. Blaylock also picked up her 500th career coaching win on March 21, 2013, with SIU's doubleheader sweep of Saint Louis. In her 15th season, she is the second SIU coach and the eighth MVC coach to reach the 500-win milestone. Her career .661 winning percentage is the highest among the MVC's 500-win coaches.
SIU has gone 5-1 on Sunday this year since the first weekend of the season, including a perfect 3-0 mark in MVC play. Each of the last two weekends, Southern has been swept in a doubleheader on Saturday only to come back and win the series finale on Sunday. Southern has won those games by an average of 3.5 runs per game. Eleven different Salukis are hitting better than .300 on Sundays, and seven players are hitting .400 or better.
Southern Illinois gave its lineup a major shake-up in its midweek game against Murray State. For the first time in 25 games, Taylor Orsburn did not hit leadoff for the Salukis. Instead, Orsburn was moved down to the No. 5 hole. Kalyn Harker, who had hit .381 in the six games prior to the Murray State game, took over the leadoff duties, and both players played great in their new roles. Harker went 3-for-4 with two runs and 3 RBIs in the leadoff role, and Taylor Orsburn hit a grand slam to bust the game open in the third inning.
SIU senior Jayna Spivey broke the school record for career RBIs on a game-tying two-run double in the top of the seventh inning in the first game against Missouri State on Saturday. The record was shared by Jamie Schuttek (1994-97) and Alicia Garza (2007-10). Schuttek and Garza each reached 132 career RBIs, and Spivey now has 141 total, which is good for eighth in MVC history.
Last year, Spivey tied Schuttek's 1997 season for the sixth-most single-season RBIs with 44. Another current Saluki, Allie VadeBoncouer, holds the single-season record with 51 RBIs in 2012, while Taylor Orsburn holds third place on the single-season list with 49 RBIs in 2011. Orsburn isn't far behind Spivey in career RBIs; with 124 career RBIs, Orsburn is fifth on the school's all-time list, and VadeBoncouer (97 career RBIs) is knocking on the door of the top-10.
Southern led the MVC in drawing free bases last season with a combined 259 free bases via walks and hit-by-pitches. The Salukis ranked second behind Illinois State for the MVC's lead in bases on balls with 201, and the Salukis' 58 free bases on hit by pitches was the league leader by 19.
This year, the Salukis have continued the trend. Southern leads the conference in walks by 15 and ranks third in both hit-by-pitches and on-base percentage. As a result, the Salukis are second in the conference in runs scored and rank in the top-three in the MVC in nearly every offensive category.
|Lineup Quick Notes
|Merri Anne Patterson
|Played in 25 games, starting 4 ... First career RBIs at SLU ... 2-3 stolen bases ... Started last games @ SLU & @MSU
|Allie VadeBoncouer
|2nd in MVC w/ .500 OBP ... Current 19-game reached-base streak ... 2nd in NCAA history w/ 68 career HBP (13 in 2014)
|Jayna Spivey
|.357 BA ... .419 BA in last 22 games ... SIU career RBI leader and 8th in MVC history (141) ... t3rd in SIU HRs (32)
|Kelsea Ashton
|Played in all 35 games, starting 32 at 3b ... Has two doubles and one triple ... .304 BA in MVC play
|Lacey Newbold
|Has played in 27 games, primarily as a pinch runner ... 6-for-7 in stolen bases ... Scored 12 runs
|Jessa Thomas
|Played in 7 games and started 6 ... Has not committed an error ... Looking for her first career hit
|Kelsey Gonzalez
|2nd on team with .318 BA ... Reached base in 16 of last 19 G ... 4 Sac Flys (21st nationally) ... 5-5 SB ... .520 avg. leading off inn.
|Caylee Cook
|Played in 28 games, starting 17 ... Has hit 2 HR and 3 doubles ... .400 success advancing runners
|Michelle Glenn
|.293 average and .418 OBP ... Team-best 12-12 SB ... Started 27 games and played in 31
|Kalyn Harker
|.318 avg ... .414 avg in last eight games ... On 5G hitting streak ... .429 avg. w/ RISP ... 10-11 SB
|Kara Kimball
|Played in 29 games, primarily as a pinch runner ... 2-2 SB ... Scored 11 runs
|Taylor Orsburn
|.248 average ... Also has 2.77 ERA ... 5th in SIU history in 2B (38) ... Hit grand slam vs. Murray State
|Alyssa Wunderlich
|3-4 record ... 5.41 ERA ... 33.2 IP ... 19 SO ... Went 4.2 IP scoreless 3/8 vs. St. Joseph's
|Shaye Harre
|.365 avg & 28 RBIs in last 22 games ... 11th in nation among freshmen in RBIs/game (33) ... .714 avg. w/runner on 3rd & LT 2 outs
|Katie Bertelsen
|1.83 ERA in 7 app. (6 CG) from 3/15 - 4/1 ... CG SHO vs. Drake ... Team-best 9 Ws ... 4-3 in MVC play
|Taylor Harris
|Played in 25 games and started 11 ... In a 1-19 slump ... Singled and scored in G3 vs. Drake ... 3-10 as pinch hitter
|Meredith Wilson
|Preseason All-MVC ... Broke out of 1-11 slump with 2B at SLU (7-23 since) ... Hit in 5 of last 7G ... 10 2-out RBIs
|Brook Womack
|Has played in 18 games, starting 5 ... Has scored 4 R and has 1 RBI
|14-3 with 6+ runs; 3-15 with 0-5 runs ... .334 team BA in wins; .203 BA in losses ... Outscored opp. 33-12 in 4th inn.
|Kerri Blaylock
|Coached her 800th career game--all at SIU--on March 30 @ Missouri St. ... Highest Win% among MVC 500-win coaches
Senior second baseman Jayna Spivey was named a candidate for the Senior CLASS Award. Spivey was a 2013 Capital One Academic All-District selection and First-Team Missouri Valley Conference Scholar-Athlete who holds a 3.761 cumulative GPA in biological sciences. The Rosiclare, Ill. recorded 44 RBI's in 2013 to lead the Missouri Valley Conference, which ties as the sixth-best season in SIU history. She also led SIU with 12 multi-RBI games and ranked second in the MVC with 11 home runs, which is tied for seventh in school history. Thirty NCAA softball student-athletes who excel both on and off the field were selected as candidates for the 2014 Senior CLASS Award® in collegiate softball. To be eligible for the award, a student-athlete must be classified as an NCAA Division I senior and have notable achievements in four areas of excellence - community, classroom, character and competition.
SIU softball has a new Facebook fan page at Facebook.com/SalukiSoftball. Fans who like the page will get links to follow games, promotions, and photos from the season.
The official Twitter of Saluki softball is @SIU_Softball. This account features team news as well as live in-game updates. Fans can also follow Saluki Athletics @SIUSalukis for news on all SIU sports.
SIUSalukis.com is the official website for SIU Athletics. It is the best source for up-to-date information on the Saluki softball team. Rosters, box scores, cumulative statistics, pre-game notes and other materials are available on the site. You will need Adobe Acrobat to read PDF files.
Coverage for every Saluki softball game is available online though Saluki All-Access at www.SIUSalukis.com/allaccess. A live audio stream will be available for every game and live video will be available for all home games. Saluki All-Access also has on-demand content for all 18 Saluki sports.


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I am logging the output of:
top -b -n1 -c so I can keep track of which processes are using how much memory and CPU each minute. When top shows the full command line (
-c), the command line text gets truncated at the edge of the screen. This is perfect when running and displaying in a terminal. However, I am sending STDOUT to a file for parsing later and want the full command name logged. Is there a way I can tell top to use a specific screen width? (I know it maxes at 512, that would be fine)
Is there a better way to achieve a similar goal: get periodic stats about which processes are running and how many resources they are consuming?