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Arrival Experience: This is well-recognized as the city's most elegant hotel regularly hosting visiting dignitaries and celebrities when they come to Winnipeg. The Fairmont boasts views from all corners of the skyline, and following a full renovation, it boasts traditionally elegant, modern quarters with the softest beds and most on-point service in town. The lobby is narrow, but welcoming, with reception off to the right and a friendly staff that makes their first introduction via the valet parking team. Fairmont's global standards are definitely up to par here, and the hotel's main audience is the high-end business traveler audience.
Dining: Most dining takes place in The Velvet Glove, which is a tasteful restaurant known throughout town. It serves three meals throughout the day utilizing mostly Manitoban ingredients composing continental cuisine of an eclectic nature. Many guests congregate in the cocktail lounge during the afternoon and evening hours for an classy spot of tea or craft cocktail. When groups are in house, the bar area is especially busy, but locals are often found mixing and mingling at one of the city's finest bars.
Accommodations: Guest rooms are all recently renovated with fresh fabrics, beds with mattress toppers and duvets, and flat-screen cable TVs facing the beds. Work desks feature a plethora of electrical outlets including USB docks and other portals that can connect laptops or smart devices with the flat-screen TVs. Amenities range from Keurig coffee machines, alarm clock radios, free wireless Internet (it carries a charge, but guests can join the Fairmont's free loyalty program to gain complimentary access), laptop-sized safes, and phones with voice mail. Guest rooms on the Fairmont Gold level have extras like access to a club lounge for free breakfast, meeting space, all-day drinks, and evening canapés. Rooms on this level also feature extras like larger toiletries and Nespresso machines. Many guest rooms have tiled shower stalls with rainfall-drenching heads instead of the combination tubs.
Conclusion: The fitness center has ample space for stretching and yoga plus a wide range of aerobic and weight-lifting equipment. Many guests choose to order the Fairmont Fit package, which comes with tennis shoes and new socks for those that want to jog in the neighborhood or work out in their room. The indoor swimming pool has excellent views of downtown plus a eucalyptus steam room and relaxation area. There is no spa, but the hotel partners with a high-quality masseur in the area. Meeting space is plentiful and modern with new carpeting, light fixtures, and the latest in audiovisual technology. The Fairmont service touch is the hallmark here, and there is no better choice in Winnipeg when searching for perfected accommodation.


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Nine Month California Ave. Street Closure Thru 11/13
DUARTE, CA - Foothill Transit Constructors (FTC) - the company constructing the Gold Line Foothill Extension light rail line from Sierra Madre Villa in Pasadena to Citrus Avenue in Azusa - is issuing a street closure notice for California Avenue in the City of Monrovia. The closure begins on Saturday, March 9 and ends in November 2013. Although this closure is in the City of Monrovia, part of the detour route will include Mountain Avenue in the City of Duarte (please see below closure notices for map and additional details).
California is still closed and will remain that way thru late Nov. In late Nov, the northbound lanes will open for traffic. South bound lanes will continue to be under construction until sometime in Feb. 2014.
Visit www.foothillextension.org and sign up to receive important progress updates and construction alerts to your email or call the Community Hotline at (626) 324-7098. For questions about construction activities, please contact Dan Kulka, FTC Community Relations Manager, at (626) 610-0300.

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RTVS welcomes yet another important new equipment solution to our arsenal.
On June 19, the IU Alumni Association utilized the new RTVS TriCaster SD production solution for two separate events in one day! The switcher and playback unit is great for live event support.
We harnessed one camera and Powerpoint playback for video monitor IMAG (and record).
Call us for a demo or to see the unit in action!
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Using the highest quality production equipment, personnel, and experience, we work with clients to create videos and audio for broadcast, web, CD/DVD/Blu-Ray, and any other possible means of distribution.
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Employment and unemployment in January 2012
February 06, 2012
Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 243,000 in January, and the unemployment rate decreased to 8.3 percent.
In January, private-sector employment grew by 257,000, with the largest employment gains in professional and business services (+70,000), leisure and hospitality (+44,000), and manufacturing (+50,000).
The unemployment rate declined by 0.2 percentage point in January to 8.3 percent; the rate has fallen by 0.8 point since August. The number of unemployed persons declined to 12.8 million in January.
The number of persons employed part time for economic reasons, at 8.2 million, changed little in January. These individuals were working part time because their hours had been cut back or because they were unable to find a full-time job.
In January, 2.8 million persons were marginally attached to the labor force, essentially unchanged from a year earlier. (The data are not seasonally adjusted.) These individuals were not in the labor force, wanted and were available for work, and had looked for a job sometime in the prior 12 months.
These data are from the Current Employment Statistics (CES) program and the Current Population Survey. Data from both surveys are seasonally adjusted, and CES data for the most recent two months are preliminary. To learn more, see "The Employment Situation — January 2012," (HTML) (PDF) news release USDL-12-0163. More information about the procedures and definitions used to estimate the unemployment rate is available in the publication How the Government Measures Unemployment.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, The Economics Daily, Employment and unemployment in January 2012 on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2012/ted_20120206.htm (visited June 28, 2016).
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ALMOST 9,000 motorists are continuing to drive despite having 12 penalty points on their licences, new figures show.
Motorists who build up 12 points or more within a three-year period are liable to be disqualified from driving under the 'totting-up' system. However, courts can use their discretion as to whether a driver is banned.
Blackpool,OldhamandManchesterhave the highest proportion of drivers with 12 points or more, the statistics, obtained by the Co-operative Motor Group following a freedom of information request to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), reveal.
The list of the top 10 locations with the most 12-point drivers in relation to the number of registered motorists is completed by:Rotherham,Liverpool,Peterborough,Bradford,Doncaster,HullandPreston.
Co-operative Group managing director Tony Guest said: 'It is concerning that motorists with so many points on their licence can legally be allowed to continue to drive.
'We would hope that at the very least these drivers are having to undertake retraining to ensure that they do not reoffend, but we understand this is rarely the case. We would push for a standard test for drivers that reach 12 points for the safety of all road users.'
A spokesman for the DVLA told the Daily Mail (Friday, May 4): 'The DVLA's role is to record the information provided by the courts.
'The courts are able to use their discretion to decide whether or not to disqualify a driver. However, the statistics are likely to include cases where drivers have served their period of disqualification and successfully re-applied for their driving licences.'


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Feb. 5, 2004
OKLAHOMA CITY - The Amateur Softball Association, the National Governing Body of Softball in the United States, and USA Softball announced today its initial watch list for the 3rd annual USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year Award. Four Bruins, seniors Keira Goerl and Claire Sua and sophomores Caitlin Benyi and Emily Zaplatosch, are on the 40-player list. Former UCLA great Stacey Nuveman won the inaugural award following the 2002 season.
This award, which is considered the Heisman Trophy in women's collegiate softball and is the only national player of the year award, is designed to recognize outstanding athletic achievement by female collegiate softball players across the country.
The initial watch list is comprised of 40 players that represent 26 colleges and 12 different collegiate Conferences. Even if a player doesn't appear on the initial watch list, they are still eligible for the award. The full list of players is available here
The first 25 finalist will be announced on April 6. The list will then be reduced to ten players on April 28,with three finalists being named on May 11. The winner of the 2004 USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year Award will be announced at the 2004 NCAA Women's College World Series in Oklahoma City. The winner will also be recognized during the ASA National Council Meeting in Mobile, AL, in November.
A replica of the award will be placed in a permanent display in the ASA National Softball Hall of Fame in Oklahoma City, along with photos of the winner. An additional replica of the award will be presented to the player's academic institution.
The Amateur Softball Association, founded in 1933, is the National Governing Body of amateur softball in the United States and a member of the United States Olympic Committee. As the National Governing Body, the ASA is responsible for identifying, selecting and training male and female athletes to compete in World, Pan American and Olympic competitions.


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Findings from the new survey show that two third of investment professionals responsible for pension funds, already integrate Environmental Social Governance (ESG) factors and/or a Socially Responsible Investment style (SRI) into their investment processes. Nearly half of this (48%) say their appetite for ESG and SRI has increased over the past six months.
Hendrik-Jan Boer, senior portfolio manager for ING IM's SRI funds: "In recent years there has been a shift within the industry towards more responsible investment products. This research underlines the importance – both professionally and personally – of ESG factors. With three quarters of investors believing that the sector is important for the future of the industry, we expect the demand for socially responsible investments to grow further in the coming years and to become even more commonplace in investors' portfolios."
A greater reliance on responsible investment criteria was expected to bear fruit in terms of investment return over the next five years. However, when it came to the reasons for incorporating this in their investment strategy, the majority of respondents (58%) did so due to "a sense of personal responsibility". In addition, just over half (52%) stated that it was the companies procedure to apply such criteria to investments.
In terms of the most proactive practitioners of these principles, developed economies were perceived to be the most keen with Western Europe (86%) cited by the most respondents, followed by North America (36%) and Australasia (24%). Turning to actual asset owners, pension funds were viewed as the most willing group to incorporate ESG factors within their portfolios – cited by 73% of respondents – while charities (62%) were the second most willing.
"It is certainly positive to see that investors not only believe in the social and intrinsic value of ESG factors, but also believe in the effectiveness of applying such criteria to their investments," adds Boer. "It is encouraging to note an anticipated shift in attitudes towards ESG from simply being a filter that investors feel they should implement in their portfolios to becoming a genuinely strong investment tool in its own right."


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Planning the Perfect Lawn
From Dean Dowd on April 22, 2008 in Landscaping
Lawns are definitely a landscaping favorite, and will bring refreshing color to any yard. Lawns are one area that can either be easy-care or a troublesome burden. Proper preparation, planting, and maintenance are the keys to having an enjoyable relationship with your lawn. The soil. The soil is the foundation of your lawn. If you dont give it a solid foundation, no amount of fertilizers and additives can correct nutrient deficient soil after the fact. First, remove all weeds. Next, work at least six inches of organic material into the soil which consists of either one or a mixture of the following substances: compost, manure, peat moss, and topsoil. Next, test the PH level and add starter fertilizer if the soil is lacking the appropriate levels of potassium and phosphorus. It is advised to thoroughly mix all of this together with a powerful rotary tiller. The irrigation system. Working within the bounds of your intended design, your landscaping contractor can plan an irrigation system that will provide ample coverage to your lawn. Water is very important to maintaining a healthy lawn, but you also want a system that doesnt break your water bill. Straight lines are easier to cover than curvy, elaborate designs. Keep it simple and youll have an easier time mowing and trimming as well. The final grade and inspection. After your soil is prepared and the irrigation system is complete, you will grade and create your slope. It is recommended to achieve a 1-2 ft drop per 100 feet of run to create proper drainage. You want to make sure the ground is free of any rocks or debris, and that it is fully settled to prevent low spots from appearing later on. The planting. The difference between sod and seed really doesnt affect the overall health of the lawn long term, it just comes down to how patient you are. If youre not in a hurry, you can plant the lawn from seed; although, it may take reseeding in some areas to reach an even appearance. Sod is great for an instant lawn, but can be more expensive. Early spring and fall are the recommended times for planting a new lawn. The maintenance. The care of your lawn is important once installed to reach that thriving point. Ask your landscaper how often it is recommended to water your lawn for your area. Too much water can be equally as bad as too little. Discuss what fertilizers are best for your soil, as well as how often to use them. Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet, and make sure the blade on your lawnmower is not too low. With proper care, your lawn should last for years. As time progresses, the roots tend to become thick and have difficulty breathing. If this occurs, you may need to aerate your lawn occasionally. Request free-estimates from expert landscaping contractors today to plant your lawn before the heat of summer sets in.


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TEMPTING: DIY Magnetic Levitating Bed Built For $1,000
This is a levitating bed built by Redditor mememetatata using plywood and hockey puck sized rare earth magnets. It can levitate a person up to 250 pounds (so probably no hover-boning) and looks really comfortable. I'm kidding -- two inches of foam on a wood base? Knock knock. Who's there? SEVERE BACK PAIN. That said, I kinda want to build one for myself. "You're gonna try to trap Magneto and steal his powers, aren't you?" Maybe.
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Thanks to thompson and Lee, who both stand on their hoverbeds pretending their hoverboards and saying things like, "McFly, you bojo -- those boards don't work on water!" F*** guys, that sounds like a great time. Sleepover soon?


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Hank Baskett checked into a motel -- allegedly: Have Kendra Wilkinson and Hank Baskett split? According to Radar Online, Hank left his home just weeks after the couple welcomed their baby girl. The NFL-er was seen leaving his house and checking into a motel on Friday.
A reporter for The National ENQUIRER told Radar Online:
"Hank was wearing a royal blue NBA shirt and long khaki shorts. He got out of the Jeep with a woman who appeared to possibly be one of the couples' baby nurses because she was wearing a medical type uniform. They went into the office of the motel and then pulled the jeep around to the other side where their room was located. Hank appeared disoriented and downtrodden. At one point, he kicked the ground."
Kendra Wilkinson and Hank Baskett may have just had a fight -- or maybe Hank wanted to get a good night's sleep, who knows? It seems unrealistic that the two would end their marriage after just having their second child together, but stranger things have happened in Hollywood.
Kendra and Hank seem to have a strong bond, but the stress of having kids can certainly weigh down a marriage. Assuming that Hank was seen "speeding away" from the couple's Calabasas home, that doesn't necessarily mean that their marriage is over. Hank could have been leaving for a number of reasons. Sometimes just a night or two away can allow the air to clear and things can be worked out more easily once both parties have settled down a bit.
Kendra Wilkinson and Hank Baskett have a lot of love for one another. Despite people having their marriage doomed from the start, they seem like they would be able to work things out.


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Transfer of tax money
Since March 2013, Israel has been transferring tax money that it regularly collects at the beginning of each month on behalf of the PA. Since the beginning of the year, Israel has transferred to the PA about 850 million USD in tax money (after subtracting payment for electricity, water and health services).
When the PA experienced a budget crisis in the second half of 2012, Israel transferred to the PA an "advance" of NIS 900 (over $254) million to help it pay salaries to its employees. As of today, the Palestinians have NIS 560 million of these advance payments still to pay off.
The Joint Legal Committee (JLC)
The Israel-PA Joint Legal Committee also renewed its activities on 15 September 2013, after a three-year break, with a meeting headed by the Israeli Director General of the Ministry of Justice and the Palestinian Deputy Minister of Justice. It was decided to hold additional meetings in the coming months. A subcommittee was established to handle various issues.
Other joint committees
The working group for tourism of the Israel – PA Civilian Committee also met to coordinate steps to develop tourism, such as tourist visas for Jordanian citizens and enabling more movement of buses. The Water Committee, which operates under the auspices of the Supreme Civilian Committee, also convened and decided to renew meetings of the Joint Water Committee (JWC).
Employment of Palestinian laborers in Israel
In light of the high unemployment in the territory administered by the PA, especially among young people, in August 2013 Israel increased the number of permits issued to Palestinians to work in Israel by 5000. This is in addition to the 10,000 permits added in 2012, making a total of 53,000 work permits (including seasonal permits for agricultural work). Today, more than 100,000 Palestinians earn their living working in Israel (including about 30,000 illegal laborers) or employed by Israelis in Judea and Samaria (aka the West Bank). Their income constitutes more than 10% of the Palestinian GDP.
Furthermore, Israel relaxed the criteria for employment in Israel and increased the number of overnight permits issued to Palestinian laborers in order to expand the number of young Palestinians working in Israel and to ease the working conditions of many others.
Industrial areas in Judea and Samaria
Increasing the number of permits to work in Israel is a short-term solution. In the medium term, Israel supports the creation of more Palestinian sources of employment and is aiding in this endeavor. To further this goal, Minister for Regional Cooperation Silvan Shalom attended a four-party meeting of ministers (Israel, PA, Jordan and Japan) that took place in Jericho in June, and the dedication of a new industrial park (Jericho Agro-Industrial Park – JAIP) financed by the Japanese. The Japanese estimate that the park will create 7000 new jobs.
In addition, the first factory in the Bethlehem industrial zone, built with French aid, has begun production. Israel welcomes this development.
Facilitating movement of people and commercial goods
Israel is working to improve the movement of people and goods in Judea and Samaria. During the last Ramadan holiday and throughout the summer, about one million Palestinians entered Israel. Today there are 12 checkpoints, which are normally open. This allows an uninterrupted flow of traffic.
Israel continues to upgrade the commercial goods crossing points. One example of this is a scanner installed at Jalama crossing in October 2013, in order to facilitate the transfer of goods including containers to Haifa port. There are already scanners in use in Tarkumiya and Shaar Ephraim crossing points. This has speeded up the passage of goods through the crossing points, which takes about 45 minutes.
In the first half of 2013, more than 190,000 truckloads of goods passed through the crossing points between Israel and the West Bank, an increase of 12% compared to a similar period the previous year.
Israel does not charge any service fees at these commercial crossing points, in spite of operating costs that reach hundreds of millions of shekels annually.
At the Allenby Bridge, work was recently completed on upgraded passenger halls for the comfort of tourists and other travelers. Israel is investing about 10 million USD to install a cargo scanner at the terminal (the scanner was donated by the government of the Netherlands). And, as of 24 October, the operating hours of the crossing have been extended and the terminal is open for passengers from 7:30 in the morning to 1:30 am the following morning, Sunday through Thursday, and on Friday and Saturday from 8 am to 3 pm.
Israeli-Palestinian trade
Export to Israel constitutes 89% of Palestinian exports, which in June stood at 63.7 million USD (acc. to PCBS – Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics). Imports from Israel make up 66% of Palestinian imports, standing in June 2013 at 256 million USD.
In addition, hundreds of thousands of Arab Israelis travel to cities in northern Samaria to purchase goods and services amounting to about 70.7 million USD annually. This commercial activity is not included in the statistics of Israeli-PA trade, but it gives a big boost to the Palestinian economy.
Four substations are being built by the Israel Electric Company to increase the supply and the quality of supply of electricity to the West Bank.
The Gaza Marine gas field is an important potential source of clean energy for the PA, and income from it could significantly contribute to balancing the PA budget. Last year Israeli and PA leaders exchanged letters about this subject.
Israel supplies to Judea and Samaria 53 million cubic meters (more than 1,400 million gallons) of water annually (about 22 million cu.m. – 582 million gallons – more than the amount set in the Oslo Accords).The water is supplied at the original cost of NIS 2.6 million (NIS 1.26 million less than the price of water sold to local authorities in Israel). In other words, Israel subsidizes the PA's water to the tune of 18.9 million USD annually.
In the summer of 2013, Israel increased the amount of water supplied to the PA in Judea and Samaria by 11,000 cu.m. daily (about 4 million cu.m – 105.6 million gallons – annually).
Israel is also working to upgrade 136 wells. In the first stage, 54 wells were approved. The PA has already installed water meters on 17 of them. Following this stage, the JWC will discuss going ahead with the rest of the wells.
Development in Area C
In recent years Israel has approved more than 300 projects in Area C (area under full Israeli control), in which live 90,000 Palestinians (about 3% of the population in the West Bank). Israel is promoting 19 master plans for Palestinian settlements in Area C and offers a "fast track" to get approval for projects sponsored by the international community.
"Price tag" incidents
Israel views with grave concern the sometimes-violent incidents known as "price tag" and has increased efforts at [law] enforcement and prevention. By government decision, the Israel Police in 2013 set up the National Crime Unit in the Judea and Samaria District, at a cost of tens of millions of shekels. Thirty police officers currently serve in the unit, which should eventually reach 80 officers. So far in 2013, 165 files related to "price tag" actions were opened, 76 people were arrested, and 31 indictments were submitted. "Price tag" has been defined as an illegal organization and, accordingly, administrative restraining orders are being used. Police Commissioner Yohanan Danino stressed that "it's impossible to exaggerate the seriousness of these acts, and we must give them top priority."
In 2013, 1.8 million tourists visited Judea and Samaria, an increase of 12% over 2011. Israel spends half a million shekels a year on the Rachel's Tomb crossing, in order to facilitate the passage of tourists to and from Bethlehem.
About 5800 Palestinians were brought to Israeli hospitals in emergency evacuations in 2012. In addition, in the first half of 2013, more than 94,000 Palestinians were hospitalized in Israel. Israel allocated about 849,000 USD in 2012-2013 to cover the hospital expenses of [Palestinian] patients hospitalized in Israel.
2455 Palestinian medical personnel participated in medical training courses in Israel during this period.
The Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics reports that 11% of the Palestinian economy is based on agriculture. More than 52 tons of agricultural products were exported to Israel in the first half of 2013, an increase of 71% compared to the same period in 2012. About 5000 tons of Palestinian agricultural products were exported via Israel to markets abroad in 2012.
Israel conducts professional training courses for Palestinian farmers in order to help them improve the quality of their produce. In the first half of 2013, 743 Palestinian farmers participated in this training in Israel.
Israel also funded a project for biological pest control targeting the Mediterranean fruit fly at a cost of 70,760 USD, and spent a little over 283,000 USD on programs to improve Palestinian agricultural products.
It is noteworthy that the Palestinian olive yield in 2012 was 12% greater than in 2011. It is estimated that Palestinian growers earned 9.1 million USD.
Gaza Strip
In the past three years Israel has approved 277 development projects of the international community in the Gaza Strip; 16 of them were approved only recently.
Israel recently approved the transfer of an additional 5 million cu.m (1.32 billion gallons) of water, which doubles the amount of water Israel supplies to the Gaza Strip. Work will begin shortly on installing an additional pipe in the Nahal Oz area that will enable more water to be supplied to the Gaza Strip.
Israel supports completion of the sewage treatment project sponsored by the World Bank in the northern Gaza Strip and approved the entry of equipment and building materials for this purpose. Israel is also aiding the World Bank to advance a project to increase the production capacity of the electrical power plant in the Gaza Strip, to enable it to supply the needs of the sewage treatment facility.
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In addition to the materials permitted to enter the Gaza Strip for approved international projects, Israel had significantly increased the amount of building materials entering Gaza for the private sector from 20 to 70 trucks per day (20 truckloads of aggregates, 20 of cement and 10 of iron rods). However, in light of the recent (13 October) discovery of a tunnel leading from the Gaza Strip into Israeli territory, which was lined with concrete, well-equipped and undeniably intended for terrorist purposes, Israel has suspended these deliveries.
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Multiple jobholding rates higher in North
November 08, 2000
Multiple jobholding rates among the States varied widely in 1999. Generally, States in the northern half of the country tended to have higher rates of multiple jobholding, while those in the southern half tended to have lower rates.
North Dakota and Montana had the highest multiple jobholding rates at 10.3 percent each. For the sixth consecutive year, Minnesota had a double-digit multiple jobholding rate, 10.0 percent.
Louisiana recorded the lowest multiple jobholding rate at 3.8 percent. This marks the fourth time in the last 5 years that Louisiana has had the lowest rate of all States. Mississippi had the second lowest rate, 4.3 percent, followed by three other States at 4.5 percent each.
The largest over-the-year percentage point declines in multiple jobholding were recorded in Virginia (-1.5), Kansas (-1.2) and Arizona (-1.0). Rhode Island and Hawaii had the largest increases from the prior year, 1.1 and 1.0 percentage point, respectively.
The 1999 multiple jobholding data are from the Current Population Survey. Multiple jobholders are employed persons who had either two or more jobs as a wage and salary worker, were self-employed and also held a wage and salary job, or worked as an unpaid family worker and also held a wage and salary job. Find out more information on multiple jobholding by State in "Regional Trends," Monthly Labor Review, September 2000.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, The Economics Daily, Multiple jobholding rates higher in North on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2000/nov/wk1/art03.htm (visited June 28, 2016).
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There is no better source when traveling to any city across the globe than to talk with an expert on that locale or region.
So, with that in mind, Stay.com, a social media travel service in app form and at Stay.com has launched their new iOS and Android apps packed with information from "Local Experts" in 150 destinations around the world. This app just came available on May 23.
Stay.com has done a great job curating information and tips from locals like chefs, baristas, artists, homeowners, and designers. There are people that know their cities inside and out, and possess travel information that wouldn't be found in a written guide.
There are currently about 1000 different travel guides offered on Stay.com. You can find information about food, coffee, nightlife, tourist attractions and more.
One great example would be a guide from Barista champion Tim Wendelboe of Oslo. He rates the best coffee shops in Oslo and it's one of the most popular guides on Stay.com.
Joachim Paasche, Founder and CEO of Stay.com couldn't be more excited about the new app release.
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After she covered Eminem and Uncle Kracker in Michigan, we advised Philadelphia Popdust readers to "bone up on their Hall and Oates and Boyz II Men" for Taylor Swift's stop at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia last night. Turns out, she is not so easily pigeonholed. She did indeed break out the covers in her little "You Belong With Me" cover medley last night, but went with the girls over the boys, choosing to play "Who Knew," by Doylestown, PA native Pink and 1999 #1 hit "Unpretty" by TLC…from Atlanta, GA. Yes, the late Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes was initially from Philly, but Swift made no special mention of that, nor did she even perform one of Left Eye's trademark raps. C'mon, Taylor—50 years of proud pop tradition in the City of Brotherly Love, you can do a little better than that.
Also, when she finally does launch into "You Belong With Me," she introduces it as "another song by an artist from Philly…wanna see if you know it." Taylor's hometown of Wyomissing is actually about 50 miles away from Philly, and is in fact slightly closer to the state capital of Harrisburg. Just saying.
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United Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Tournament 2005 Up-Date!
Charles and Ralph Gracie would like to thank you for making last year`s
tournament a very positive experience for everyone that competed in the
United Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Tournament.
The Untied Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Tournament has been growing rapidly over the
past four years; increasing in both spectators and competitors that attend
our tournaments. Every year we strive to make the tournament more
competitive, and take it to a higher level than the previous year.
Charles and his brother Ralph have dedicated their lives to the
fundamentals of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in America. You have clearly seen their
commitment and dedication in the United Gracie Tournament as it has
overwhelmingly grown in the past few years.
In the years to come you will see other tournaments, people, friends and
families come and go from the sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. However,
Charles and his brother Ralph can promise you that they are here for the
long-term, making the lasting commitment to a sport they live and love.
It is their dream to unite all Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in America under one
family for the benefit and the growth of the sport. Charles and Ralph have
dedicated their lives to bring quality to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and the
commitment to bring quality BJJ tournaments to the United States and the
rest of the world!
Once again we would like to thank you for making every United Gracie
tournament a huge success and we look forward to seeing you at this year`s
The 4th edition of the United Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Tournament is
starting to heat up.
The United Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Tournament 2005 will take place on May 14th,
2005 from 10:00am to 6:00pm at the Main Gym of San Francisco State
University located at 1600 Holloway Ave. in San Francisco, California.
1 - About Open Division / Champion of the Champions Division:
This year we will have something new and exciting. Instead of the regular
"OPEN DIVISION" for each belt, we will have the "CHAMPION OF THE CHAMPIONS
DIVISION". This will be a championship within each ADULT belt division. To
qualify for the Champion of the Champions a competitor MUST take 1st or 2nd
place in their weight division. The Champion of the Champions division will
have two weight classes, (181.0 lbs and under) / (181.1 lbs and over).
White Belts will compete against other White Belts; Blue Belts compete
against Blue Belts, etc... The United Gracie Team will be giving away a
total of $4,000 cash prize to the Champion of the Champions winners, plus a
Championship Belt and a New GI. Remember that the Champion of the Champions
will be for the Adults Male Competitors Only!
2 - Registration:
This year you can make your registration by MAIL or ON-LINE!
Reg. by MAIL: http://www.charlesgracie.com/tourn-regform.htm [2]
Reg. ON-LINE: submitted at http://register.unitedgracie.com [3]
Registration by MAIL: The Competitor MUST submits an" Individual Competitor
Registration Form", "Signed Waiver "and the "Registration Fee" at the same
time. NO EXCEPTIONS!
http://www.charlesgracie.com/tourn-regform.htm [2]
Send completed Individual Competitor Registration Form, Signed Waiver
Liability and PAYMENT to:
Charles Gracie Academy
7340 Mission St.
Daly City, CA 94014
Registration ON-LINE: The Registration On-Line and the Registration Fee
MUST be submitted at http://register.unitedgracie.com [3] at the same time. NO
For more information: firstname.lastname@example.com [4] or visit us at
www.unitedgracie.com [5]
The EARLY registration deadline for "competitors" is Wednesday, May 5th
2005 by Midnight.
The FINAL deadline registration for "competitors and coaches" is Sunday,
May 8th 2005 by Midnight.
The payments MUST be done at the SAME time of registration, and we have to
receive the registration form and payment NO later than May 8th. NO
This tournament will charge only $10 admission for spectators. Children 5
years old and under: FREE ADMISSION
EARLY registration: May 5th 2005 by Midnight. NO EXCEPTIONS!
Kids: $35.00 (4 years to 15 years old)
Juniors: $60.00 (16 years and 17years old)
Women: $60.00 (18 years and older)
Adults: $60.00 (18 years and older)
FINAL registration: May 8th 2005 by Midnight. NO EXCEPTIONS!
Kids: $50.00 (4 years to 15 years old)
Juniors: $75.00 (16 years and 17 years old)
Women: $75.00 (18 years and older)
Adults: $75.00 (18 years and older)
3 Competition Schedules:
Kids 15 years old and under all belts and weight classes Begins at 10:00am
White Belt Juniors 16 and 17 years old Male and Female Begins at 10:00am
Blue Belt Juniors 16 and 17 years old Male and Female Begins at 10:00am
White Belt Adults, Masters, and Seniors Male and Female Begins at 12:00pm
Blue Belt Adults, Masters, and Seniors Male and Female Begins at 3:00pm
Purple Belt Adults, Masters, and Seniors Male and Female Begins at 12:00pm
Brown Belt Adults, Masters, and Seniors Male and Female Begins at 3:00pm
Black Belt Amateur Adults, Masters, and Seniors Male and Female Begins at
Amateur Champion of the Champions All Belts Male only Begins at 5:00pm
Black Belt Pro Champion of the Champions All Belts Male Begins at 5:00pm
4 - Scoring System:
In order to receive the points the competitor must have control of your
opponent for 3 seconds. Once you have the opponent controlled you will
receive points. It is very important that the competitors keep an eye on
the score board and the time so that the competitors can keep track of the
This year at the United Gracie Tournament we have eliminated the
"ADVANTADGE" system for scoring all matches. In its replacement we are
introducing the "SUDDEN DEATH" system.
"12 Total accurate points" During the normal match time (NOT the Sudden
Death Overtime!); the first competitor to score 12 points is declared the
winner. The reason we have implemented this rule is that the purpose of
Jiu-Jitsu is to submit or completely dominate your opponent. If a
competitor scores 12 points in a match, we KNOW that this is a display of
total dominance over the opponent and thus a victory. This rule also has
the potential to increase the action of the match because a competitor will
benefit by aggressively pursuing points instead of stalling. This is also
adding to the enjoyment of spectators who like to see action filled fights.
"Sudden Death" overtime is 2 minutes for White, Blue, and Purple Belts, and
3 minutes for Brown and Black Belts.
During the Sudden Death overtime, the fighter to score the FIRST POINT of
any type is declared the immediate winner and the match is over. If no
score is made by either fighter during the Sudden Death Overtime, then the
referee will then determine and declare the winner of the match.
"Holding onto two arms simultaneously" Competitors are NOT allowed to hold
onto both of his opponent`s sleeves or arms simultaneously for longer than
20 seconds without attacking. This rule has been implemented to prevent the
recent trend of some fighters to grab both arms and hold on in an attempt
to "STALL THE FIGHT".
* This rule applies to all juniors and adults male and female divisions and
belt ranks in the tournament.
Scoring Points:
THROWS AND TAKEDOWNS ----------------------- 2 points
KNEE ON THE STOMACH ---------------------------- 2 points
SWEEP & REVERSE FROM THE GUARD -------- 2 points
PASSING THE GUARD --------------------------------- 3 points
FRONT MOUNT POSITION --------------------------- 4 points
BACK MOUNT POSITION ----------------------------- 4 points
TAP-OUT END OF MATCH. The competitor is declared the immediate winner.
** 12 TOTAL ACCURATE POINTS` equals a win (see the details above of 12
accrued points)
** SUDDEN DEATH applies if score is tied at the end of match (see the
details above for Sudden Death definition)
** This rule applies to all junior and adult male and female divisions, and
belt ranks in the tournament.
5 - GI / Kimono:
All competitors must wear a SOLID colored Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu GI (Kimono),
either ALL WHITE or ALL BLUE in color. NO OTHER COLORS OF ANY KIND! No
mixing of colors. Example; white pants and blue top or blue pants and white
top, etc… will NOT be allowed.
Competitors will compete with regulation GIs only. A regulation GI is four
fingers cuff clearance and sleeves are to be no shorter than 4" from wrist
between wrist and sleeve of GI.
All male competitors are not allowed to wear any clothing underneath the GI
including T-Shirts, Rash Guard, Sweatpants, etc…
6 - Weigh-Ins Time and Location:
Competitors, please note that weigh-ins will be conducted on the day of the
tournament and on the mat before your first fight WITH THE GI ON. Remember!
In the weight list the "GI" weight is already added, so make sure you are
in the correct division.
7 - Weight Classes: (With GI ON)
Be aware that ALL COMPETITORS must show up at weigh-in with his/her GI ON.
In the weight list the "GI" weight is already added, so make sure you are
in the correct division. All competitors MUST bring a valid form of
identification at the time of weigh-in.
New starting this year CHILDREN: Age 4 to 15 years old. ALL KIDS must
WEIGH-IN. We will have NEW weight divisions for all children. Children`s
brackets are based on Weight Division, Age, and Belt Rank.
New starting this year WOMEN: The weight divisions are divided into NINE
(9) divisions.
8 - Quick Check-In (Fast Way): Day before the tournament / Friday, May 13th
Competitors have the option of picking up the required "Competitor`s
Package" (Event Entry Tickets, Queuing Card, Waiver Liability, and
Tournament T-Shirt) the day before the tournament if they wish. This will
allow them to bypass the normal line for the competitors at the check-in
table the day of the tournament, and enter directly into the tournament
site without waiting in line.
You can pick up the competitor`s package the day before the tournament at:
Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy
7340 Mission Street, Daly City, CA 94014
Time: 10:00 am to 1:00pm / 2:00pm to 8:00pm
9 - Referees:
All referees MUST be a Black Belt. A referee should always respect fair
play. He should see that all competitors display their techniques to the
best of their ability. It is not enough for a referee to mechanically
conduct a match. He must exert his best efforts in each match to conduct
the match smoothly and professionally so that the results can be
satisfactory to all parties. A referee must always do his best make a just
decision and accept the full responsibility for that decision. A referee
must be impartial and non-bias to all competitors, and never favoring one
competitor over another. A referee will communicate instructions in English.
10 Coaching Corner:
ATTENTION: A Coach must submit an" Individual Coach Registration Form" to
receive a coaching pass.
http://www.charlesgracie.com/tourn-regform.htm [2]
Only Coach / Instructors will be allowed in the coaching corner and they
must show a coaching pass to access this area. A Coach must submit an
"Individual Coach Registration Form" to receive a coaching pass.
Coach / Instructors Must be a Brown Belt or higher. Coaches or Instructors
may accompany competitors onto the competition area, and MUST leave the
competition area immediately after the competitor`s match.
A chair will be placed on two corners of the mat for coaches one for each
competitor`s coach. The coach must remain seated, and no moving of the
chair from its predetermined location is NOT allowed. Coaches must obey the
referee`s commands at all times. Failure to follow these rules may result
in the PENALTY of the COMPETITOR being coached!
Just to remind everyone, 3 penalties will result in competitor`s
disqualification. Any complaints regarding referees should be directed to
the "Chief Referee" AFTER THE MATCH.
The following activities from a coach may result in a penalty:
* Arguing with the referee.
* Failure to remain seated on chair at all the time.
* Encouraging illegal techniques.
* Moving of Coach`s chair.
* Unsportsmanlike-like conduct by coaches may result in competitor
11 Access to the Competition Area:
Competition Area Access to non-competitors will be restricted to Promoters,
Volunteers, Referees, Coaches, and Instructors with the proper
identification pass. Coaches / Instructors may accompany competitors onto
the competition area, and must leave the area immediately after the
competitor`s match.
12 - Volunteers:
In order to run a smooth and organized tournament, the tournament
organizers reserve the right to choose volunteers and reassignment.
13 - Amateur Champion of the Champions Division $2,000 Prize "Adult Male
Competitors Only!
White Belt Amateur Light Weight (181lbs. & under). $100 Prize, plus a
Championship Belt and a New GI.
White Belt Amateur Heavy Weight (181.1lbs. & over). $100 Prize, plus a
Championship Belt and a New GI.
Blue Belt Amateur Light Weight (181lbs. & under). $200 Prize, plus a
Championship Belt and a New GI.
Blue Belt Amateur Heavy Weight (181.1lbs. & over). $200 Prize, plus a
Championship Belt and a New GI.
Purple Belt Amateur Light Weight (181lbs. & under). $300 Prize, plus a
Championship Belt and a New GI.
Purple Belt Amateur Heavy Weight (181.1lbs. & over). $300 Prize, plus a
Championship Belt and a New GI.
Brown Belt Amateur Light Weight (181lbs. & under). $400 Prize, plus a
Championship Belt and a New GI.
Brown Belt Amateur Heavy Weight (181.1lbs. & over). $400 Prize, plus a
Championship Belt and a New GI.
14 - Black Belt Professional Division $2,000 Prize
The Winner of each division will receive $1,000 Prize, plus a Championship
Belt and a New GI.
Black Belt Pro Light Weight (181lbs. & under)
Black Belt Pro Heavy Weight (181.1lbs. & over)
We would like to thank all of the sponsors for supporting Brazilian
Jiu-Jitsu and the United Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Tournament 2005!
With their support the Sport and Martial Art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu will
continued. Its rapid growth in popularity.
Please take a few minutes to visit our sponsors. The links are provided
below. Visit the links and support our sponsors they will continue
supporting the sport we all love.
* American Home Mortgage: https://www.americanhm.com/index.aspx [6]
* Buffy Sparacino Bail Bonds: (408) 391-5926
* Chronomix Timers: http://www.chronomix.com [7]
* Digital Edge: http://www.digitaledge.cc/new/ [8]
* Invincible Safes: http://www.invinciblesafes.com/ [9]
* Jiu-Jitsu Pro Gear: http://www.jiujitsuprogear.com/ [10]
* Koral Kimonos USA: http://www.koralusa.com/ [11]
* Preferred Building Business: (415) 861-6294
* Red Bull: http://www.redbullusa.com [12]
* Roseville Health Wellness Center: http://www.rosevillehealthandwellness.com/ [13]
* Sambazon: http://www.sambazon.com/ [14]
* Service West: http://www.servicewest.com/ [15]
* Sovereign MMA: http://www.sovereignmma.com/ [16]
* Strategic Office Solutions: http://www.callsos.net [17]
* The Window Restaurant: http://www.thewindowrestaurant.com [18]
* Zebra Mats: http://www.zebramats.com/ [19]
* The MATS and the TIMERS that we are going to use at the Tournament will
be available FOR SALE special price at the end of day of Tournament. If you
areinterested in buying, Please feel free to contact Zebra Mats and
Chronomix Timers for more information.
For additional info check out www.unitedgracie.com [5] or call us directly and
for questions concerning the rules can be address by calling Charles Gracie at:
Tel: (650) 756-7579, Fax: (650) 756-1260 or by email:
firstname.lastname@example.com [4]
United Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Tournament 2005!
Saturday, May 14th, 2005!
San Francisco State University, San Francisco, California - USA
For more info: Phone: (650) 756-7579 Fax: (650) 756-1260
firstname.lastname@example.com [20] / www.unitedgracie.com [5]


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"I've done it most of my life," Baker says. A native of Houston, Texas, she cooked in the Kettle Restaurant there." After moving to Iowa seven years ago, she was the main cook at the Best Western Regency Inn in Marshalltown for a year.
Her new restaurant, at 109 West 3rd St., is open Monday-Thursday from 7 a.m.- 4 p.m. and from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Laura's is closed on Sunday.
There's seating for 48 in the completely remodeled and equipped building owned by Ed and Gloria Hardon. Laura says Ed sought her advice and she designed the restaurant, both the front of the house and the kitchen.
Seating is available at tables and booths. The walls are decorated with a series of historic photos of downtown Tama. Laura is employing six part-time while she does most of the cooking and preparation work herself.
Laura's theme for the cafe is "Come feed your soul." For the menu, not only are there such homemade items featured as onion rings and liver and onions, Laura throws in some Texas-style favorites.
You can order a bowl of grits, fried okra, sliced tomatoes and fajitas.
For breakfast, eggs, meat selections, biscuits and gravy and omelets along with lots of kid-friendly items like rainbow pancakes are on the menu.
Every day there is a lunch special as well as burgers, tenderloins a variety of other sandwiches and full dinners. Seafood, steaks and salads round out the lunch offerings. There's also a kids menu for lunch.
Another homemade specialty are pies and cakes made from scratch, Laura says.
So far, business has been strong, she says. Not only has there full houses at noon but visitors from out-of-state have already discovered Laura's Homestyle Cooking.
Laura and her husband, Steve Baker, live in LeGrand. He is a speciality welder and a native of Iowa.
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Laura Baker in her new cafe in downtown Tama.
News-Herald/John Speer
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Fri-Sat 7 a.m.- 7 p.m.
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There is an old saying that "Birds of a feather, flock together" but this saying omits another dimension in the realm of aerial creatures.
Often when we've visited Australia's offshore territories looking for rare species of birds, we've encountered other people with a similar affliction, just with a slightly different twist. They are usually easy to identify as they wield cameras, nectar pots and large nets on long poles. Butterfly hunters or researchers often end up in the same places as bird people, probably because both animals share similar food sources and the people that follow them seem to be obsessed with flight and beauty.
Trekking around the island paths of Duaun Island in the western part of the Torres Straits, we encountered a small group of people looking for rare species of butterflies in this impossibly beautiful place. New species of butterflies for Australia turn up on Duaun quite regularly, probably given the island's proximity to mainland Papua New Guinea. The lead researcher was a gent whose vitality was an inspiration. In the muggy humidity of Duaun, walking around looking for anything takes a supreme amount of effort. We met him twice on our walks and the second time he apologised for intruding upon our quiet space, that he was getting a bit tired and didn't move as fast as he used to. All of us didn't mind. Trudging around forests in the smaller latitudes of our planet is a very demanding physical jaunt to say the least. "Well I am 82 now and I'm getting a bit slower" exclaimed the lead butterfly researcher. Before I could even think about it, I said "Well if I'm doing HALF of what you are up to at the age of 82 I'll be really happy".
People who spend a lot of time in nature seem to be endlessly curious. You can instantly tell a person who spends a lot of time outdoors by the way they observe. Some people go powering through a forest, distracted by their kids, chattering, for the exercise or just to say they've 'done' a particular trek or route up a mountain. There isn't anything wrong with any of those reasons for getting outside. However, true nature people notice so much more when they walk. They might notice the pair of Logrunners scratching around in the bush while chatty trekkers steam past or espy a tiny skink, peering out at noisy children from its hide in a layer of bark. Butterfly and bird people often stand united in this endless curiosity. Just watching throws up so many questions – why do they eat at that particular flower? Where do they go to breed? What drives them across the sea?
While our survey for birds had us scouring the skies and canopies in search of elusive migratory animals, the search for butterflies took the hunters infinitely closer to the ground. Their targets were animals with dainty, fluttering names like Birdwings, Jezebels, Glasswings, Nymphs and Cruisers.
It's not hard to see why Duaun attracts Butterfly watchers and researchers. The island's skies are a caleidoscope of different, tiny, rainbow coloured wings. Even on the boat trip to the island, it was possible to see ocean going butterflies drifting their way on sea breezes from New Guinea across a desolate stretch of water on the off chance they might hit an island with food. Or maybe the perfumed gardens of Duaun toss their fragrance several kilometres into the wind northward, providing an irresistible allure for butterflies, who take flight over disproportionately large distances following their curled probosces in search of food.
As I walked along a suburban street, a black and white Swamp Tiger alighted on to the foliage separating a local house from the road. I stopped and watched it clinging to the tendrils of passionfruit vine while it sought out an available food source. It espied a yellow blossom nearby then took off with a flutter on the next breath of air.
The local people on Duaun plant several species of Ixora in their gardens. From a distance they look like one great big flower but on closer inspection, they are actually clusters of red, yellow or pink blossoms packed tightly together like a mosh pit. On other islands I've watched children pick Ixora flowers on their way home from school and suck on the sugary nectar at the stalk end of each tiny flower. Oddly the children on Duaun don't seem to do this, which means the butterflies that visit the island have full and exclusive access to this energy filled food source. I spotted a vivid, scarlet coloured Ixora growing on the street of the local school and just as I went over to look at it, a large, female Orchard Swallowtail landed right in front of me, uncurled her long proboscis like tongue and probed to the very bottom of each straw shaped blossom, taking gentle sips of sweetness from each.
Wandering between gardens and outcrops of palms hemmed in by gargantuan granite boulders we also spotted other butterfly species including Skippers and Crows.
From a distance Duaun really looks like a lost world. Its rugged, rocky and mountainous appearance is an incongruence to the dainty, harmless creatures that migrate over the seas to explore the island's myriad of habitats and resident gardens. To people it looks formidable but to a butterfly it must seem like Nirvana.
During our visit to Duaun, the researchers were trying to identify at least three new species that they had encountered there. I haven't been able to learn the outcomes of their investigations and I'm happy to wait until their paper is published to find out more. In the meantime, my memory of Duaun will be perfumed by the smells of Ixora and Papaya flowers that were visited by creatures of whimsy who joined us on our walks.
Written by Inger Vandyke
I think the butterfly below could be one of the rarest in Australia. Forgive me, my butterfly expert friends, but is this a Wide-brand Crow (Euploea netscheri)?
Duaun Island seen from the air.
The lead butterfly researcher from the team we met on Duaun.
The children of Duaun grow up in a stunningly beautiful place filled with birds and butterflies.
Frangipanis on Duaun.
A male New Guinea Birdwing (Ornithoptera priamus)
A Swamp Tiger (Danaus affinis) spreads its wings in delight at the discovery of food.
Desert Roses growing on Duaun.
A male Yellow-bellied Sunbird (Cynniris jugularis)
The outer wing of a Swamp Tiger (Danaus affinis)
Birders on one of Duaun's streets. It was a nice place to hold 'office' for a day on 20 April 2012.


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During the Presidential campaign of 1948, at a Labor Day Address in Detroit, President Truman told the assembled labor leaders that should a Republican Congress and a Republican President be elected that year, labor could expect "a steady barrage of body blows". "And," he said, "if you stay at home as you did in 1946, you will deserve every blow you get!"
Notoriously, in 2010 Republicans won control of the House of Representatives and narrowed the Democrats' margin in the Senate. How did they do this? By formulating plans of governance that appealed to a greater number of voters than did the Democrats? By convincing the electorate that they had better programs for the deficit, for healthcare, for defense, for foreign policy than did the Democratic Congress and the Democratic President? Did they simply field better candidates than did the Democrats? No…none of these things.
Democrats stayed home.
This was not considered unusual. Democrats, we are told, don't vote in off-year elections. Conservative, mostly white, mostly older voters go to the polls to elect their Congressmen, Senators and Governors. It seems Democrats are only interested in electing Presidents. With the result that, in 2010, Republicans seized control of the House of Representatives and the country was sentenced to four years of John Boehner as Speaker.
Of course, it isn't always true that Democrats lose off year elections. In 1998, even in the midst of the Lewinsky scandal, Democrats gained seats in both the House and Senate. And in the 2006 mid-term elections, Democrats actually seized control of both houses of Congress for the first time in 12 years.
So it would appear it's indeed possible for Democrats to win mid-term elections.
In 2010, we are told, there were other reasons Democrats didn't turn out. Liberals, we are told, were disappointed in President Obama. For example, his healthcare initiative didn't include a single payer system…or even a public option. He tried too hard to compromise with Republicans…something he'd campaigned on in 2008. And blah…and blah…and blah. The plain fact of the matter was that Barack Obama wasn't liberal enough for the liberals in his party.
Willie Brown…former Speaker of the California State Assembly and Mayor of San Francisco…once said that a liberal is someone who, when offered 95% of what he wants, will refuse it because it isn't 100%. So it was in 2010. And so we came to the pass we find ourselves in today.
We are offered another chance in 2014. The Republicans, we are told, stand an excellent chance both holding their majority in the House and winning control of the Senate. This in spite of Republicans being, well, Republicans. We don't have to imagine the unmitigated hell our party…and our country…will suffer should this come to pass. And if Democrats fight, if we simply come out to vote, it will NOT come to pass.
But if we stay home as we did in 2010, we deserve every blow we get.


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Every so often, the world handles surges of fad diets. From Atkins to grapefruit to paleolithic, there's always something new and kitschy to try in the search for a foolproof weight loss technique. This one's got a good tagline with a ring of truth. It's "Japanese Women Don't Get Old Or Fat", by Naomi Moriyama.
This is the tale of the author, her husband, and their joint desire to share their experiences with Japanese home cooking. It made them feel healthier, happier, and more energetic, as well as giving them something to research- the reasons why it might do so, and the history behind it.
Opening with a wave of statistics about the Japanese lifestyle, the book touts their long lifespan, low rates of obesity and heart disease, low healthcare spending, and many other things. I'm always suspicious when statistics are used as primers, because you can use said statistics to say virtually anything you want. 78% of statistics are made up on the spot because they sound so effective!
Obligatory attempt at Logos aside, the next pages turn to Pathos. First comes a dramatic monologue in honor of the culinary skill, creativity, and devotion of the author's mother. As any mother should, she gives all for her children, even if they don't always appreciate it at the time. After that comes a stern diatribe centering on how devoted the Japanese are to freshness- foods not only dated, but *timed* at the supermarkets, and even 7-11s stocking tasty, healthy bento instead of prefab salads and suspect sandwiches. Then a detour to detail the lifestyle of the glorious and rustic countryside, how everything is so vibrantly flavored, fresh, and full of life!
It feels so transparent and false somehow, and I couldn't put my finger on why. But the understanding came later.
While the "How to Start Your Tokyo Kitchen" chapter is handy for the novice, the truth is that a good cook already knows what equipment they need to cook dinner, and if they don't have it, improvising isn't hard. Even some of the later recipes call for Japanese-exclusive cooking gear, and the author tells you how to jury-rig one. Why not add it to the starting list of equipment in the early chapter?
Time is spent emphasizing the importance of at-table garnishes and individual seasoning, in accordance with the Japanese tendency not to individually plate, but allow self-service from platters. That's perfectly acceptable, but it gets tedious and annoying when a portion of every recipe's ingredient list has 'to use at the table' as a caveat. Such a concept needs explaining one time. After that's done, make a separate section in the recipes for the garnishes and table condiments. It's easy to confuse a rookie cook by piling all the ingredients in one column without direction. Considering the prospective readership, I find this to be a glaring error.
A full third of the book is devoted to what's termed "The Seven Pillars of Japanese Home Cooking". Fish, Vegetables, Rice, Soy, Noodles, Tea, and Fruit are the vaunted pillars, and while each subsection has several anecdotes and a handful of recipes, most of them are rather banal. For a book that centers around what they term 'healthy eating', the number of recipes that use, say, refined sugar as an ingredient is more than a little bothersome.
To counteract that, there are stories aplenty that seek to emphasize the healthy, life-giving qualities of the other ingredients. There's an entire tale that centers around brown rice- the barest film of historical reference is given to the fantastic tale of Tomoe Gozen, which is used to create a veneer of confidence in the nutritional superiority of brown rice. I agree with the sentiment entirely, but the method is shifty at best.
I really wanted to like this book, but I just can't bring myself to. It's trying to be a cookbook and reference text, but it reads like a memoir, denying it the aura of legitimacy and believability that's so very necessary to creating a referential work. It's a collection of vignettes, loosely tied together around the idea of Japanese home cooking being healthy and happiness inducing. It might be true, but it's something a person has to try for themselves.
If you trust the book and the author's message, feel free to trust the recipes. Some of the 40-odd recipes sprinkled throughout the book might serve you well, and there is a recipe index in the back. I don't, however, have any recommendations on which ones are any good.
As for me though, I'm not going to bother. This is going straight back to the library.


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I am going to take a look at a group of artifacts in the Annapolis Heritage Society's collections today. I am particularly fond of working artifacts. These are the artifacts which have been used to make or build things. My classification working artifacts includes items like shipbuilding or blacksmithing tools but it could also include sewing machines, farming implements or kitchen paraphernalia. It is not so much the artifacts as their connection with the people who used them which interests me. If you spend enough time thinking about them, you can almost see the craftspeople sitting at their benches. These tools are a tangible link to human knowledge which was passed down from generation to generation.
A few years ago the AHS was given enough coopering tools that I could have gone into the business of making barrels. These tools come from a cooperage owned by the Rafuse family in the eastern part of Annapolis County. I was happy to accept these tools as coopering is a trade that interests me. In the mid nineteenth century, coopers were the most common trade in Canada. Barrels were used for shipping and storing a huge variety of goods. Today. with the advent of plastics, the only places that coopers are found are vineyards and historic village museums. I must admit that it makes me sad to see a skill of this sort passing into history.
I was lucky enough to spend the day with one of the coopers at Ross Farm Museum a few years ago. Even though we were working with pre-cut staves, I was astonished at the number of intricate steps it takes to make a barrel. From gathering the staves and winding the windlass to heating and heading the barrel, this is a complicated process.
I have included images of three artifacts in this post. The first is a croze plane. This plane is used to both ensure that the top of the barrel is level and, when you flip it over, to cut a groove so that the barrel head can be inserted. The second artifact is a hoop driver. As its name suggests, this is the tool used to drive the wooden hoops which support the barrel into place. By looking closely you can see the wearing on the end where the hoop driver has been hammered. The final tool is a cooper's adze. This was the all porpose hammer and adze around the cooperage. Note how short the handle is so the cooper can work inside the barrel.
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2007-08: Won eight matches on the season, including three at both Midlands and the Duhawk Open... earned major decisions against Ryan Farwell of UW-LaCrosse, and Seth Noland of Lincoln... finished second at the Duhawk Open with three wins and one loss.
2006-07: Went 13-12 overall and 1-2 in dual-meet competition... wrestled in his first MAC competition against Eastern Michigan... holds a 4.0 cumulative GPA... was selected to represent NIU Athletics at the NCAA Leadership Conference... elected to the executive board of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee.
2005-06 (Redshirt): Recorded a 3-4 record at 133 and a 6-2 mark at 141 in open competition... finished second in the 141-pound class at the Dan Gable Collegiate Open... wrestled in the finals of the "Flash" Flanagan Open... received the NIU Underclassmen Academic Award with a 4.0 GPA... posted a record of 9-6 on the season.
High School: 2005 Mundelein Most Valuable Wrestler... earned the school's 2003-2004 Mental Toughness Award... is a three-time all-conference selection... earned the 2005 NSC Conference Championship... captained the squad in 2004-2005... qualified for sectionals three times, including in 2005, when he also qualified for state... Mundelein Outstanding Male Athlete award winner.
Personal: Son of Cheryl and Patrick McDermott... born December 23, 1986... psychology major.
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Thad Jones & Mel Lewis: Tiptoe
Thad Jones / Mel Lewis Big Band
Consummation (Blue Note 38226)
Thad Jones (flugelhorn), Mel Lewis (drums), Snooky Young (trumpet), Danny Moore (trumpet), Al Porcino (trumpet), Marvin Stamm (trumpet), Eddie Bert (trombone), Benny Powell (trombone), Jimmy Knepper (trombone), Cliff Heather (bass trombone), Jerome Richardson (soprano sax), Jerry Dodgion (alto sax), Billy Harper (tenor sax), Eddie Daniels (tenor sax), Richie Kamuca (baritone sax), Sir Roland Hanna (piano), Richard Davis (bass).
Composed by Thad Jones.
Recorded: New York, January 21, 1970
Rating: 90/100 (learn more)
Thad Jones was arguably the most consistently interesting big band arranger of the 1960s and 1970s, and "Tiptoe" is one of his masterpieces. The childlike staccato saxophone melody bounces playfully on top of tasteful swing, humorously complimented by Roland Hanna's piano interjections. After a surprising trombone and bass unison, the horns return for some frantic conversation with Lewis's drums. The drummer's classy, laid-back brushwork calms the band and leads the way into a toe-tapping chorus by altoist Jerry Dodgion. The band enters with characteristic backgrounds—crisp, complicated, yet perfectly subtle—before strolling through a tight shout chorus led by lead trumpeter Marvin Stamm. This is the Jones/Lewis Orchestra at its peak.
Reviewer: Matt Leskovic
Tags: big band
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Sprat your pic isn't showing, all I see is "Attachment 36881" ?
LOL now you see why I want to redo it :D That carpet is on the bottom, back and all the shelves.Quote:
70's shag carpet baby!! rock on!
I figured if I'm going to go through the trouble of taking all that out I might as well make it more useful and fit my needs.
Thanks for the pics, now I have to decide how I want to set this up, for basic function or to fit as much as I can into it.
Dutigaf that's a great idea, your not filling it to the max but you got a lot in there and can still get to them all without taking a bunch of them out to get to the ones in the back.
And the strange thing is I got a lazy susan thing from work a couple months ago that was part of a store display, I'll dig that out and see how it fits in mine.
Thanks that's one route I can think about.
TWA the pic explains your padded cases better, I know exactly what your using, I thought you had the more expensive ones that were like field cases with the zippers.
I am going to use this for my Stack On cabinet, it's the heavier one and took two of us to get it up the stairs (I don't think they make it anymore), this will work great for the Mosins and other low end rifles that I hardly ever shoot.
If any of you that want to remove your pics, feel free to, and thanks again for putting them up


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Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sam Worthington, Max Martini, Terrence Howard, Joe Mangeniello
Directed by: David Ayer
In this latest outing by the former Governator (Arnold Schwarzenegger) is John "Breacher" Wharton, the head of an elite DEA taskforce that specializes in kicking butt and not taking names. His taskforce is charged with taking on the world's deadliest drug cartels. On their most recent op, the team successfully executes a high-stakes raid on a cartel safe house. During the course of the raid, the team breaks into the cartel's money room and (inexplicable) make off with some $10 million of the cartel's stash (they peal it off the top, bag it, and toss it down a drain), only when they go back to collect the cash, it is gone. This is followed by six months of intense scrutiny by the FBI who want to know where the 10 Mil went. Eventually, Breacher and his team are exonerated.
Unfortunately, no sooner are they cleared when one of their number is killed in an apparent accident (he wakes up after a bender in his Winnebago which is parked on a train track and gets itself run over by an oncoming speeding train). Because of the unusual nature of the accident it is assigned to a local hard-boiled homicide detective (Olivia Williams) who begins to piece together the possibility that this isn't an accident, especially after a second member of the team dies (this guy was literally nailed to the ceiling of his house). When evidence connects the two deaths, suddenly everyone starts coming to the conclusion that it is the Cartel that is coming after the team for knocking over their safe house and torching all of their cash.
While this film is certainly high on the action, gore, and body count, and attempts to harken back to the heady days of Schwarzenegger's gung-ho salad days of the mid '80s, and while we are certainly glad to see the Governator back in action (in a longer form appearance than his all-too-brief cameos in Stallone's Expendables series), however, one can clearly see that he is most definitely showing his age in this film. Further, this is so a much darker film than any of his pre-political film career.
The characters are all one-dimensional jar-headed, misogynist, testosterone thugs who drink hard, shoot people, and blow stuff up. To be sure, the ending is something of a surprise, but still, in spite of all the guns, and hi-octane action and thrills, this is still not really the Schwarzenegger we remember, he is darker, harsher, less humorous, and even the direction of the film is truly something different than we are really used to — much of which is very off-putting, causing us to wonder how much longer he can continue to do films like this.
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Winter can be the pits, icy winds, frost on the lawn in the mornings, chapped lips and dry skin the list goes on and on. Get moving guys, stop hibernating and head for pleasant winter weather in Durban's Umhlanga beach! Who says you can't have a beach holiday in Winter? There's plenty to do, book your winter holiday at No 5 Casa Playa and treat your family and yourself to a fun filled, warm winter holiday.
Casa Playa is a luxurious, self catering apartment ideally situated on Umhlanga's main beach, with a variety of restaurants and coffee shops within walking distance. Casa Playa has four bedrooms (with glorious sea views) and 4 stunning bathrooms, more than enough accommodation for the family and even a few friends. We have everything you need to make your stay a comfortable one with a modern kitchen, plasma screen TV, DSTV and a magnificent deck and swimming pool. There's also a cot and pushchair for little ones.
Umhlanga is the perfect family holiday destination with so much to do.
There's uShaka Marine World , Africa's largest Marine Theme park where you can go Shark cage diving (for the brave), snorkeling with a variety of marine life and have fun on the water slides in "Wet & Wild", always a firm favorite with the kids.
Then you can hop on a 7m rubber duck and go Dolphin viewing, see dolphins in their natural environment and if you like you can go swimming with them!
We have some stunning shopping centres in the area, guaranteed to delight even the most discerning shopper. You can spend a morning or afternoon at one of the centres and catch a movie, a bite to eat and enjoy some serious shopping. You can visit Gateway Shopping Centre, The Pavillion in Westville (just of the N3 highway) or La Lucia Mall.
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Aurora's 4th birthday was held at an indoor playground so that she and her buddies could do what they love most – play! The only request from the birthday girl was that the party be pink. When told I was considering a woodland theme for the party, my husband cleverly suggested we have a Woodland FOURest Party. From there I got busy designing and crafting to prepare for a pink, gold, and silver birthday party for Aurora and all of her wonderful FOURest friends.
Kids Play Café conveniently includes an indoor playground, eating, and party area. Both the dessert table and kids table were set up in the party room, where I created a back-drop by painting birch trees on long sheets of kraft paper.
Kids Play Café prepared sandwiches, fresh fruit, and crudités for the adults; and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and fruit for the kids. Drinks included fruit-infused water and lemonade. For easy distribution, kid lunches were tucked into wood grain gable boxes that I found in the dollar section at Target last year.
I worked with the talented Kelly at Sparkmymind Designs to design coordinating invitations, party signs, and a pin-the-tail on the fox poster.
Aurora and I painted branches, twigs, nuts, acorns, and pinecones with pink craft paint to use as accents throughout the party. Painting pinecones was a perfect activity for a soon-to-be four year old – Aurora painted almost all of the pinecones herself!
The woodland creature masks for the guests, which I really enjoyed creating, were crafted with felt and included touches of pink, gold, and silver. Guests could choose from raccoons, deer, owls, foxes, and bears.
For the cake flags I used both birch bark and stiff felt hot-glued to skewers.
With no time left to make a piñata, I duplicated the same vibe by creating a large "4" on poster board, then covering it with pink, gold, silver, and white crepe paper and tissue paper. Tissue tassels in various shades of pink, gold, and silver adorned the dessert table and the large confetti balloon.
To round out the table decorations, I used various animal figurines that I had purchased around Christmastime and spray-painted a few plastic animals baby pink.
The dessert table included a pink cake with coconut frosting, powdered doughnuts, and a combination of cookies from our neighborhood Italian restaurant and the grocery store. Pink jellybeans, chocolate covered sunflower seeds, yogurt covered raisins, and M&M's were set out in letter-shaped bowls spelling out F-O-U-R.
Chocolate and vanilla cupcakes with pink frosting from the local grocery store, along with woodland creatures, served as focal points on the kids table.
Taking a quick break from all of the play activities available at the venue, the kids quickly lined up to be blind-folded and play pin-the-tail on the fox.
In addition to the felt animal masks, tiny guests received a kraft paper handle bag that included a cookie, milk, woodland finger puppets, and colored pencils made of twigs. Gold decorative tape and each child's name on wood grain paper were attached to each bag to add flair.
I feel like the time flew by, and it was soon nap time for all of us FOURest friends, big and small. It was a great day spent with friends.
Vendor List
Venue/Food: Kids Play Café
Photographer: Adam Trujillo Photography
Cookies: Montesano's Italian Restaurant
Candy/Nuts: Nuts.com
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Dr. Mehmet Oz revealed how to enhance summer weight loss by eliminating your cravings for sugar, salt and carbs on May 14 episode of the Dr. Oz Show.
Dr. Oz said eating too much sugar and carbs cause weight gain, diabetes, cancer, fatty liver, and brain disorders. "Sugar is eight times more addictive than cocaine," said Dr. Mark Hyman, author of the 10-Day Detox Diet.
Protein, carbs and fats. Dr. Oz said the best way to end sugar cravings is to pair protein and healthy fats with carbs, so your blood sugar stays steady. Blood-sugar fluctuations cause hunger, so your best defense is a well balanced meal.
Red pepper flakes. As odd as it may sound, sprinkling ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes or red chili pepper on your food can dramatically curb carb cravings. Dr. Oz said this one habit can help you eat 30% less during the day.
Caralluma fimbriata appetite suppressant. Dr. Oz said caralluma fimbriata, a succulent cactus from Sri Lanka and India, is an ancient remedy to curb hunger and enhance endurance. Caralluma fimbriata has been used for hundreds of years and is a safe appetite suppressant. He said taking 50 mg twice a day, before breakfast and dinner, will help you eat less all day.
Dr. Oz shared other weight-loss and diet tips in his book, YOU: Losing Weight.
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On a separate segment, Dr. Oz revealed how to protect your hair from getting damaged, either from over-styling or summer sun exposure.
Castor oil. Coloring your hair or getting flat-ironing it dries out your hair, making it brittle. But applying a little bit of castor oil (which has follicle-protecting omega 9 fatty acids) thickens and regrows hair because it penetrates into the follicles that produce hair, said Dr. Oz.
Hairspray sunscreen. Overexposure to the sun can cause split ends and make your hair look like a Brillo pad. One way to protect yourself is to use hairspray sunscreens, which are made specifically for hair.
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~Tuesday's Top Tip and WIN a Slow Cooker/Sous Vide and GF 4
True Story…….My Mom and Dad were divorced more than 36 years ago. Up until my Dad's mother passed away, in 2007, she would ALWAYS talk about how my Mom could fold a fitted sheet to make it flat.
One weekend I spent some time with her and got a little irritated (sorry!) and said, "Well I just roll them up in a ball and shove them into the cupboard!"(I really do). My Grandmother was absolutely mortified at my lack of housekeeping skills
It took me to 43 (before my last birthday) and on my recent trip to my Mom and John Daddy's house to actually care or ask how to fold a fitted sheet. My Mom did give me a lesson which went right-in-one-ear-and-out-the-other despite me actually asking how to do it. I wasn't in the right frame of mind to absorb the lesson as I had to leave my sister that day
Still, I really do want to know how to do it and when I saw THIS picture on Facebook I really really wanted to fold all those untidy sheets in the cupboard.
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After finding their permanent home on Winston Street, DTLA's premiere wine bar, The Must, will launch lunch service, beginning Wednesday, August 27th from 11:30AM – 3:00PM, seguing directly into happy hour from 3:00PM – 7:00PM.
With a standout bottomless lunch for $15, The Must gives daytime diners the break they need during the long work day with the choice of house sparkling, white wine, red wine and pilsner, each picked out by co-owner and head sommelier, Coly Den Haan. The new lunch menu, by Executive Chef Drew Coleman, continues to bring the diverse flavors of Los Angeles into innovative dishes and integrates some of The Must's brunch and dinner originals as well. The lunch menu will include:
· Duck Sloppy Joes
· Fried Green Tomato Grilled Cheese
· Summer Salad w/ House-Made Ricotta
· Cholo Fried Rice
· Beet Loaf
· Trout Toast
The Must has established itself as one of Downtown LA's original hotspots with over 100 wines by the glass, and owners Rachel Thomas and Coly Den Haan could not be more proud of their already beloved brunch and dinner.
The Must opened in December of 2008 to rave reviews and an enthusiastic welcome from the neighborhood. The subsequent evolution of The Must was closely related to the symbiotic relationship Rachel and Coly developed with their neighborhood patrons. Within a year of opening, The Must won various awards and received numerous press pieces in Bon Appetite magazine, the L.A. Times, the L.A. Weekly, Sunset Magazine, NBC, Urban Daddy and Thrillist, among many others. It was voted best neighborhood bar in 2009 by the readers of the Downtown News Press and was lauded as best happy hour in Los Angeles by Los Angeles Magazine in 2009. Opening a tremendously successful bar and restaurant in the untested downtown market put Rachel and Coly on the map as pioneers and created a loyal local following.
Rachel and Coly went on to open Perch, an 11,000 square foot, three-story bar and restaurant. The name, design, public relations, launch, menu, logo, concept, indeed, Perch's entire identity was a product of the girls' creativity, wit, and chemistry. In August of 2011, Perch opened to rave reviews, was an instant success, and quickly became a downtown institution. Drinking and dining in this opulent rooftop bar was such a sought after experience by Angelinos and visitors to the city, that long lines formed out the door on weekends. Like the Must, Perch received numerous write-ups and awards and required no operating capital whatsoever from day one.
In early 2012 Coly and Rachel decided to leave Perch in order to refocus their attentions on reopening The Must.
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Jerry and Linda Lunsford of Jerry Lunsford Farms near Guymon have been selected as the Texas County Conservation District's 2012 Outstanding Cooperators.
This award, which is presented annually by the Texas County Conservation District, seeks to recognize a local farmer or rancher who has worked with the conservation district and the USDA /NRCS to implement progressive, sustainable, and successful conservation programs and practices in their operation.
The Lunsfords, who have been farming and ranching for 41 years, were selected by the Texas County Conservation District's Board of Directors from 18 nominations. Jerry and Linda were chosen not only for their successful implementation of the NRCS Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) and their active participation in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), but also for their progressive utilization of strip-till farming practices, grazing management, and nutrient management.
Jerry and Linda currently raise wheat, milo, corn, sunflowers, and cattle
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