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I am 18 years old and have owned horses since I was six. I would really like to enter the Olympics in the future for show jumping or eventing – but how do I start towards this goal? Would I need sponsorship?
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YRC Instructor Alison Ritchie replies:
It's lovely to hear of your enthusiasm for the sport. Many of us dream of competing at the Olympics, and what a dream to have! It takes hard work and dedication, and the right horses.You need to start by competing regularly at local shows, build up to affiliated shows and then qualify for the bigger competitions. In each discipline you have competitions at area, regional, national and then international levels.You need to qualify for each level by doing certain competitions. At the higher levels, you then have team selectors who choose riders and horses they feel will perform best on the team. It may take years to get to this level.A good place to start is your local Pony Club. They have regular competitions and team events. This would give you a real taste of competition and what it is like to be on a team.As for sponsorship – this is difficult to get. You have to be competing successfully to be noticed by a company who feels that you will be a good advertisement for their product. Many top riders go years without sponsorship, so this is certainly something for the future.Competing is expensive, so you will need to save hard and work hard to be in with a chance.
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While the Dallas Cowboys have lost some serious talent on the defensive line, their linebacker corps remain a source of strength. According to ESPN on March 19, the heart and soul of the defense Sean Lee has been cleared to return to workout with the Dallas Cowboys following his season ending neck injury.
Lee missed the final three games of 2013. Even though he said that he wanted to come back to help Dallas try to make the postseason, his injury was too severe. Before his injury, Lee was the team leader with 99 tackles and four interceptions. The injury came in the third quarter of a game with the Chicago Bears.
The injury was torn ligaments and he couldn't pass the medical tests to return.
While Lee has been the best player on the Cowboys' defense the past few seasons, he has been severely injury prone. He has missed a total of 18 games over the last four seasons, including 10 games in 2012 with a toe injury.
Sean Lee said that he does not agree that he is "injury prone," because his injuries are not recurring injuries to the same part of the body, similar to Miles Austin and his hamstring problems. He was rolled up on when he hurt his tow and he was hit by his own teammate for the neck injury.
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Michelle Rhee's StudentsFirst Group Weighs In On Michigan's Proposal 2
As Washington, D.C. schools chief, Rhee sparred with American Federation of Teachers president Randi Weingarten over the school system's contract. Since then, Rhee, who is CEO and founder of nonprofit StudentsFirst, has said time and time again that she believes unions have a strong role in education and that collective bargaining is important.
Now, the political action committee of StudentsFirst is pumping $500,000 into a campaign against Michigan's Proposal 2, a ballot measure that would protect collective bargaining by enshrining it in the state's constitution. Mlive.com first reported the contribution Thursday morning. StudentsFirst is a national lobbying and advocacy shop based in Sacramento, Calif., that has received heavy support from bundlers for both Barack Obama and Mitt Romney. Under Proposal 2, any Michigan laws that limit workers' ability to join unions would be invalidated -


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There was a buzz around Principal Park on Wednesday and it didn't involve news on Manny Ramirez. Earlier in the day, Kris Bryant announced via Twitter that he would be joining the Iowa Cubs on Thursday. Bryant, the Cubs first round draft pick in 2013, decimated pitching in double-A during the first half of the season and will try and do the same at the next level.
With the big news out of the way, there was still a game to play. Dallas Beeler pitched a strong six innings and Josh Vitters had a big night at the plate as the Iowa Cubs (35-35) took a 3-1 victory over the El Paso Chihuahuas (34-40), holding off a late rally by El Paso.
Iowa jumped out to an early 2-0 lead in the first off El Paso starter Odrisamer Despaigne (1-3). Arismendy Alcantara led off with a walk and later scored on a single by Rafael Lopez. Lopez moved to second when Chris Valaika was hit by a pitch and came around to score when Josh Vitters singled to right.
Vitters put Iowa up 3-0 in the fifth when he pulverized a 2-0 pitch from Despaigne over the left field wall for his seventh home run of the season.
Meanwhile, Beeler (4-3) kept the Chihuahuas' offense in check. Beeler tossed six innings allowing no runs on three hits while walking two and striking out six on his was to earning the victory.
After Marcus Hatley pitched a scoreless seventh for Iowa, El Paso started to break through. Facing Zac Rosscup in the eighth, Alex Castellanos doubled when Iowa center fielder Ryan Kalish misplayed a line drive right at him, allowing the ball to go over his head. Two batters later, Brooks Conrad doubled to left, cutting the Iowa lead to 3-1.
Blake Parker came on for Iowa in the ninth. After retiring the first two batters, back-to-back singles and a walk to Castellanos loaded the bases for El Paso. Jonathan Galvez flared a ball that right fielder Brett Jackson, who had a fabulous game defensively, tracked down to end the game and give Parker another save. Parker has 14 saves, tied for best in the Pacific Coast League with Spencer Patton of Omaha.
Vitters finished 3-for-4 with a HR and 2 RBI and Lopez picked up two hits for Iowa.
Game three of the series is Thursday night at Principal Park.


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The St. Helena train depot. This is where they shot the film's opening and closing scenes.
The building is now used as offices for various businesses.
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Fabulous Post Kevin!
Can I borrow Pollyanna?
Sure. It's a great film!
Nancy Olson looks so beautiful. She'll be in El Paso tonight for the Plaza Film Festival. Nick Clooney will be interviewing her after "Sunset Boulevard" is screened. I can't wait. Gr8 blog!
Sounds like fun! Wish I was there.
I love the movie and everything Hayley Mills. I just bought the movie in San Francisco and am about to watch it with my daughter.
Thank you for researching and sharing what you found. It will make the movie even more interesting to watch!
about 12 years ago, i was working in San Fran and went to find that house in Santa Rosa-what a thrill! i'm so glad there are others like me who responded to the beauty of that film...i videotaped it 12 years ago before the renovation...plus a bass player friend of mine grew up in that neighborhood and literally 'played' in that house....i'm 60 and i still cry at that movie
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STANFORD, Calif. – With summer fast approaching, spots are filling up quickly for the 2014 Stanford field hockey camps.
There is still availability at the Overnight and Preseason Day camps. Both sessions feature instruction by Stanford head coach Tara Danielson, assistant coaches Patrick Cota and Steve Danielson, and top domestic and international coaches.
During the sessions, campers will receive instruction from Olympic and national team athletes, a high tempo environment that is fun and engaging, concentrated focus on fundamentals and technique, and progressive coaching methods and positive reinforcement. Goalkeeper specialty sessions are also available.
The Overnight Camp runs July 16-19 and the Preseason Day Camp takes place Aug. 7-9.
More information about both camps can be found via stanfordhockeycamps.com


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A sampling of some of the Pensacola Bay Area's best restaurant experiencesPensacola Dining
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We take our food seriously in the Pensacola Bay Area, but that doesn't mean we don't have fun with it.
Our historic city is home to five Pensacola Celebrity Chefs and more culinary options than you can shake a garlic press at. We've hit the highlights of Pensacola's dining scene here, so you can sample some of the best.
Best Special Occasion Restaurant: Jackson's Steakhouse
Trust me – you deserve an elegant treat like Jackson's Steakhouse. Located in a historic 1860s building in downtown Pensacola, Jackson's Steakhouse is named for Gen. Andrew Jackson (just across the street in Plaza Ferdinand VII, Jackson accepted the transfer of Florida from Spain to the United States in 1821). An intimate bar complements the light and airy interior.
Tip: Order Irv's Coastal Crab Cakes: Pensacola Celebrity Chef Irv Miller combines the richness of a fire-roasted red pepper butter sauce with the satisfying sweetness of candied pecans. It will leave you speechless.
Best Sushi: Bonsai Sushi Bar at H20
Pensacola Celebrity Chef Dan Dunn has tongues wagging about his unique "Cajun-Asian" cuisine at H2O Grill inside the Hilton Pensacola Beach Gulf Front. Adjacent to H20 is the sleek little Bonsai Sushi Bar. Sexy and modern, Bonsai is perfect for a stylish dinner followed by a walk on a moonlit beach.
Tip: Try the Pensacola Beach Roll: A combination of cilantro, jalapeno, green onion and tuna, it has the perfect "kick."
Best Tapas: The Global Grill
The best way to experience Global Grill is with a group of friends – otherwise you'll just stare at the expansive menu all night, wishing your stomach were large enough to accommodate more dishes. The Global Grill is a tapas bar, which means appetizer-sized dishes (tapas means "small plates" in Spanish) allow you to sample and experiment. If you have your heart set on a heartier portion, Pensacola Celebrity Chef Frank Taylor also offers main plates such as Hoisin-seared salmon steaks served with rice noodles, shiitake mushrooms and snow peas or roasted duck breast with Jarlsberg au gratin potatoes.
Tip: Save room for dessert: The gooey-centered chocolate cake has become one of the city's most talked-about treats.
Best Waterfront View: The Fish House
The view is so pretty you might forget to focus on the food. But that would be a mistake. Pensacola Celebrity Chef Jim Shirley shaped the menu at The Fish House, lending his "modern Southern" flavors in dishes such as Grits a Ya Ya, a divine combo of smoked Gouda cheese grits, plump shrimp, fresh cream, garlics, shallots and applewood-smoked bacon (need I say more?). The Fish House is lots of fun, too, with live music, drink specials and sushi nights.
Tip: Try out their free cooking classes during winter months on the Deck Bar.
Best Take-Out: Nancy's Haute Affairs
Sometimes you just want to kick-back in your hotel room or condo. If so, make plans to pick up breakfast, lunch or dinner from Nancy's Haute Affairs. Pensacola Celebrity Chef Gus Silivos' brioche stuffed with egg, cheese and bacon; smoked Gouda and broccoli flatbread; beautiful breaded pork cutlets… calling this food take-out is almost an insult - call it "GourmetToGo" instead.
Tip: A convenient drive-thru means you don't have to change out of your bikini or pajamas. No need to call ahead; they have everything at the ready.
Best for Kids: Flounder's Chowder & Ale House
Flounder's is a destination unto itself. Outside, a giant shrimp boat dominates the view. Inside, the rambling restaurant is full of surprises like a library-themed dining room and walls bedazzled with clam shells, road signs and ships' wheels. Take the kids for lunch and plan to stay for the day so they can frolic on the pirate-themed playground, then explore the beach and dock. The food is fresh, quick and yummy - just perfect for tiny, hungry tummies and short attention spans.
Tip: Make a contest of counting the boats suspended from the ceiling; then take the kids to see the 980-pound marlin in the Marlin Bar.
Fun Atmosphere: McGuire's Irish Pub
Eating (and drinking the homemade brew) at McGuire's is a must. This popular Irish steakhouse in a 1927 firehouse has been featured on the Today Show, and photos of celebs and politicians who've dined here mingle on the walls like a dinner party of the rich and famous. You'll also find more than 700,000 one dollar bills that patrons have signed and stapled to the walls and ceilings. Arrive early for lunch on Wednesdays because that's when McGuire's dishes up the legendary Hopkin House fried chicken recipe, served with collard greens and cornbread; this dish has made Pensacolians salivate since 1946, when the now-defunct boarding house served it three days a week.
Tip: If you'd like a little bit of privacy, request the "million-dollar deal table."
Best Dive/Honky-Tonk: Flora-Bama
Flora-Bama ain't fancy – and that's just the way the regulars like it at this classic roadhouse bar. Part honky-tonk, part dive, the Flora-Bama is legendary (some might say "infamous") in the South as the place to go to people-watch (and maybe to toss a fish or two at the annual Interstate Mullet Toss). Think beer in cans, Jimmy Buffett music and cover bands, and a group of locals with a great sense of humor.
Tip: You'll get some sand in your shoes, so wear flip-flops or at least leave the fancy ones at home.
Best Nightlife: Seville Quarter
Seville Quarter feels so much like New Orleans you might forget you're still in Pensacola. Entrepreneur and musician Bob Snow opened this night spot in 1967 in the old Pensacola Cigar & Tobacco Company warehouse. He embellished his creation with New Orleans antiques, tables and chairs from London and light fixtures and doors from Atlanta mansions. Known for its music, Seville Quarter rocks the city at night and has dubbed itself "Historic Pensacola with a bourbon chaser."
Tip: Seville Quarter is broken into eight distinct areas: Rosie O'Grady's (built in the the original warehouse); Phineas Phogg's; Palace Café; Lili Marlene's; Apple Annie's; End o' the Alley Bar; Fast Eddie's and Heritage Hall. Each one is its own little entertainment center. Plan for a late night.
Best Steak: The Angus
The Angus accomplishes something other Pensacola steakhouses cannot – it feels like a true neighborhood restaurant. Maybe it is because The Angus has been serving Certified Black Angus steaks since 1968, or because they live by the motto of listening to what the customer wants. Steaks may be topped wth four different options, and for the seafood lover, The Angus serves the freshest local fish bronzed in extra virgin olive oil or decorated with Meditteranean-inspired toppings.
Tip: Try the fresh fish topped with sliced onion, fresh tomato, feta cheese, Greek peppers, extra-virgin olive oil and spices.
Tip: Don't miss the spacious balcony for great views of Pensacola's downtown scene.
Best Bushwacker: Sandshaker
Have you ever been bushwacked? If not, head over to the Sandshaker, bushwacker headquarters on Pensacola Beach. Delectable (and powerful), this little creation tastes cool and delicious after a day spent playing on the beach. Think rich, creamy and chocolaty. Sink into that chair a bit and listen to lively music and tall tales while you sip away.
Tip: Don't miss the annual Bushwacker Festival each August on Pensacola Beach.
Best Fish Shack: Chet's
What Chet's lacks in décor, it makes up for in flavor. A true fish shack, Chet's serves fried mullet, stuffed crab, hushpuppies and fried shrimp - all the foods and flavors you want to dig into once those toes hit the sand. They serve local seafood – and the place is packed most nights.
Tip: A slight drive, you won't be sorry. Trust us, the fried shrimp and fresh mullet are worth it.
Best Down-Home Breakfast: The Coffee Cup
The Coffee Cup is where Pensacola wakes up. Nothing fancy, just good home cooking that locals have loved for decades. Leave your cholesterol count by the door and dig into their delicious homemade biscuits and sizzling bacon-and-egg breakfasts.
Tip: Try the Nassau Grits, a savory twist to the Southern staple that includes tomatoes and peppers. Yummy!
Best Fresh Seafood: Joe Patti's
Joe Patti's is what people dream of when they think of fresh Florida seafood. Park in front of Captain Joey's massive boat and head inside to see today's catch being unloaded straight off the boat and into the ice. Oysters, shrimp, crab, fish - anything and everything is quickly being fussed over by a busy, hardworking crew.
Tip: Pick up fine wine, sushi and delectable deli items in the gourmet store to complete your meal.


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Do you want to instantly look like you have had a face lift, cheek implants or a nose job -- without going under the knife? If you have ever had this desire, then contouring and highlighting are just what you need! Contouring and highlighting have been a beauty industry trick for decades, but it has recently become popular with several celebrities citing contouring when they have appeared to have gone under the knife. As a cosmetics professional, I have several women each week request to learn how to contour their faces. It is right up there with the elusive smokey eye.
In order to contour and highlight, you need to have a contour shade that is two to three shades darker than your skin tone and a highlight shade that is two to three shades lighter than your skin tone. The contour shade, which is the darker shade, is used to recede parts of your face. The highlight shade is used to emphasize other areas. You can also use a slightly shimmery, illuminating shade to highlight your cheekbones and add a bit more dimension to your face!
To contour and highlight you can use a concealer, foundation, powder or bronzer. To contour your face, it is best to use a medium sized angled brush, and a small eyeshadow brush works well to contour the nose. The most important thing to remember when contouring and highlight is to blend, blend and blend some more! You do not want it to be obvious -- especially contouring!
The areas that are usually contoured, are:
- Hallows of the cheekbones
- Sides of nose
- Temples
The areas that are usually highlighted, are:
- Under the eyes
- Center of forehead
- Top of the cheekbones
- Bridge of nose
- Cupid's bow
- Chin
There are several professional contouring and highlighting products on the market, to help you achieve your sculpted and chiseled look with ease! Both the contour and highlight shades are conveniently packaged together.
Contour Kits:
Anastasia Beverly Hills Contour Kit
Bronzer Contour Shades for Women of Color:
Cover Girl Queen Collection Bronzer in Ebony Bronze
Guerlain Terracotta Bronzing Powder in Ebony 08
Shimmery Highlighters:
Contouring Brushes:
MAC 168 Large Angled Contour Brush
MAC 159 Duo Fibre Brush -- great for highlighting


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A VPS, or Virtual Private Server, is a logical segment of a physical machine set aside for the exclusive use of a single business or other type of entity. Although a single server can run several VPS configurations, each segment offers the same functionality that a dedicated server would provide.
What is VPS Hosting?
Most small to medium-sized businesses prefer to use web hosting services instead of maintaining a proprietary, in-house server room for most, if not all, of their computing needs. Instead of making do with outdated machines or dealing with expensive upgrades, out-sourced hosting allows both individuals and organizations to have the use of state-of-the-art equipment with 24/7 support for a mere fraction of the cost.
In the past, interested clients had two choices in the hosting realm: shared or dedicated. Shared hosting is exactly what it sounds like. Multiple clients use a single server to run a variety of applications. While this works well in theory, individual systems were often impacted when another application on the shared server used more than its fair share of bandwidth, storage space, or CPU cycles.
A dedicated server eliminates this problem by providing an individual server for each client. However, this option can be very expensive for anyone on a tight budget. Virtualization through VPS hosting bridges the gap between shared and dedicated hosting by providing an affordable solution to allow clients to share a physical machine without the ability to impact neighboring systems.
How Does a VPS Work?
To create a Virtual Private Server, hosting companies often use the following two methods to partition the machines:
- Hypervisor – Also known as a virtual machine manager, or VMM, the hypervisor manages, or supervises, the resources of the virtual servers to allow multiple OS installations to run on the same physical machine. Popular hypervisor virtualization solutions include VMware ESX , Microsoft Hyper-V, Xen, and KVM.
- Container – This mode is also known as operating system-level virtualization or a kernel-based system. In this method, separate containers, or user spaces, are created for each VPS. Popular container virtualization solutions include Parallels Virtuozzo and OpenVZ.
In some cases, a Virtual Private Server is called a VDS, or virtual dedicated server. However, the terms refer to the same concept where one physical machine is configured to function like multiple servers dedicated to meet each customer's individual needs with the same level of privacy and configuration options as a true independent server.
VPS is like Your Own Server
A Virtual Private Server makes system provisioning quick and easy. When the need arises, simply let your VPS Hosting service know that you need to expand or contract the resources allocated for your system. In most cases, the adjustment can be made immediately. Some VPS Hosting providers have self-service features that allow you to make these adjustments yourself for the fastest results possible.
Resources that can be expanded or contracted on demand include:
- RAM / Memory
- Disk Space / Hard Disk
- Bandwidth
- IP Addresses
VPS and the Cloud
Cloud hosting involves spreading resources across multiple servers at one or more remote locations. The user doesn't know where or how the information is stored but is fully aware that the system or stored data is easily accessible at any time. Because the typical client is sharing large banks of servers with other customers, the cloud is inherently virtualized, just like a VPS.
Using a VPS now will help ease your transition to cloud hosting services in the future as this new technology matures because your logical process will already be separated from the physical hardware needs.


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Every Valentine's Day brings new opportunities for writers of self-help books, diet books, advice columnist and life coaches to sell their wares to those looking for love.
Amazon.com alone lists 2,419 love advice books; most of them aimed at single woman. Between television advertisements for candy, jewelry and cards, special dinners at restaurants and offices full of roses there is certain to be a surge in advice book purchases this week.
There are four books that have far surpassed their competitors in terms of positive reviews; they give advice on everything from self-love and esteem to finding the right man.
1. The Single Woman's Sassy Survival Guide: Letting Go and Moving On
Author Mandy Hale was recently named a "Twitter power house", by The Huffington Post for her tweets about single girl life and love. Although she is not a mental health professional, she was on Oprah's LifeClass Tour as a member of the VIP Press Corps, covering events in St. Louis and New York her book had an impressive five star rating with 439 customer reviews.
Ms. Hale writes in the voice of her readers, "best friend" and gives advice on when it's time to work on a relationship and when it's time to "throw in the towel."
2. Get the Guy: Learn Secrets of the Male Mind to Find the Man You Want and the Love You Deserve
Matthew Hussey, the love coach from the NBC reality series Ready for Love, gives tips and tricks for hanging onto your man. He promises to give special insight into the male mind . In spite of a Google search revealing no formal education or training in any form of psychology or business, Mr. Hussey Amazon bio states that has "coached thousands of high-powered CEOs, showing them how to develop confidence and build relationships that translate into professional success." The book has a five star rating and 653 reviews.
3. God Where Is My Boaz: A woman's guide to understanding what's hindering her from receiving the love and man she deserves
Certified life & relationship coach Stephan Labossiere gives advice on how to "recognize and overcome the obstacles in love & relationships" and find the love God as planned for his readers. Mr. Labossiere has a Master's degree in Family Therapy from Liberty University. He uses the story of Story of Ruth and Boaz in the Judeo-Christian Bible as an example of a perfect relationship. The book has received a five star rating and 112 customer reviews.
4. The Tao of Dating: The Smart Woman's Guide to Being Absolutely Irresistible
In addition to having an M.D. from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine Dr. Ali Binazir is a certified hypnotherapist who has been out on "hundreds of dates". The book spent over a year on Amazon's best sellers list. Reviews of the book claim that Dr. Binazir can tell you how to "be the best version of yourself and understand the way men think."
Acording to it's man positive reviews he book claims that women can get the men they want by learning to not care what they think and will tell women how to spot men who will never live up to their standards.


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Dana Frostick's mixed media pieces, combinations of paintings and drawings, are not created with preconceived ideas, according to an artist statement provided by Visual Art Studio.
"Into the Blue," was created without cameras or computers.
"My goal is to allow the artwork to control its eventual outcome," Frostick said in a statement to the gallery.
Frostick, born and raised in Richmond, begins her drawings using a Sharpie marker, and welcomes accidents and imperfections in the art.
"For me, the process of creation involves coaxing order out of chaos," Frostick said. "It represents the battle between fate and chance."
Frostick, who was a student at Virginia Commonwealth University in the 1980s and majored in sculpture, added in her artist statement that blue has been a dominant color in her work.
"Into the Blue" will be on display through Friday, April 11.
February marks the 17th anniversary of Visual Art Studio in its current location.
Visual Art Studio is located at 208 West Broad Street and can be reached at 804/644-1368. Gallery hours are Thursday-Friday, noon to 6 p.m. and Saturdays, noon to 4 p.m.


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I'm attempting to install Programmers Dvorak on Windows XP, however, I am meeting with no success. I can download and run the binary, and it gives me the prompt asking if I wish it install programmers Dvorak, at which point I see a loading box flash fairly quickly, then disappear.
I receive no message it installed, or that it has come across any sort of error - but "Programmers Dvorak" does not appear as a possible Keyboard layout, so it is fairly evident something went wrong during installation.
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The Philadelphia Flyers needed a win. It wasn't a "need a win to make their road easier" or "it'd be nice to win but not necessary" situation. It was win or go home.
Tuesday night at the Wells Fargo Center certainly didn't lack storylines. The Flyers were potentially looking at their first first-round playoff exit since the 2009 Eastern Conference Quarterfinals. In addition to the importance of a win, the Flyers would have to do it without one of steady, stay-at-home defensemen, Nick Grossmann, who missed his second consecutive game with a lower-body injury.
Erik Gustafsson was charged with taking over for Grossmann. It was no easy task, just ask Hal Gill who struggled in Game 5 on Sunday while filling in for the injured Swede.
Gustafsson was up to the task as he netted a second period goal to give the Flyers a 3-0 lead. "Just came out of the box," Gustafsson explained following the game. "Saw Coby [Braydon Coburn] I think just put the puck down the ice and followed the puck. [Henrik] Lundqvist was going out for the puck I think as well, but I think it just kind of stopped for me.
"Went down it was rolling and I just shot it five-hole."
It was that kind of night for the Flyers.
In the first period with Philadelphia on the power play, the Flyers were able to work the puck to Wayne Simmonds who was camped out in front of Lundqvist. Simmonds' original shot was stopped by the Rangers netminder but Simmonds kept digging for it until he finally put it home.
The second period got started off in a good way with Brayden Schenn carrying the puck in on Lundqvist on a two-on-one with Simmonds. Schenn lost the puck as he got to the crease but he lost it right to Simmonds as he blasted home his second goal of the night to give the Flyers a 2-0 lead.
Gustafsson tallied the third goal then the Flyers went to work on the power play shortly thereafter. After a beautiful pass from Claude Giroux, Jakub Voracek carried the puck into the slot and fired a shot. The shot was headed wide by Simmonds redirected it into the Ranger net to make it 4-0 Flyers and give Simmonds his first career playoff hat trick.
It was the Flyers' first hat trick against the Rangers since Simon Gange 2009 and their first playoff hat trick against New York since Eric Lindros in 1997.
"This is my first playoff hat trick and it was nice to help give Mason some support," said Simmonds after the victory. "He made some huge saves for us and he allowed us to get those couple goals, get the couple goal lead and then he sealed it for us."
The Rangers would get two goals back in the third period with a Giroux empty-netter in between the tallies to make it a 5-2 victory forcing Game 7 in New York on Wednesday.
Mason made 34 saves in the victory for the Flyers and he was tested early and often. "It's always important to feel the puck early," Mason explained. "If you're getting some big saves early on it's something to build off of towards the rest of the game.
"I was able to make a couple timely saves to start off the game and I felt good for the rest of it so it was nice to be busy a little bit earlier in the game."
As for what is next for him, Mason is pretty sure what he will do prior to Game 7.
"You hop on the train and put it behind you. I've got a few episodes of Scandal to catch up on."


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Damage Control
Wednesday, May 06, 2009 | Tips & How-Tos, application tips
Between the sun, wind, humidity and chlorine-infused pool water, the warm weather can take a toll on your tresses. Not to worry, Pür Minerals has a few hair care tips to keep frizz, flyaways and split ends at bay this season.
Cover Up
If you know you're going to be outside for a long time, cover your head. Straw hats and scarves are both stylish and sensible, helping to shield hair from dehydrating, damaging UV rays. If you're not a fan of hats, you should definitely apply a moisturizing, leave-in conditioner or hair sunscreen, such as Aveda Color Conserve Sun Protector, before you head outdoors.
Play it Cool
Washing your hair in too-hot water can suck the moisture out of your hair and scalp, causing split ends and breakage. Rinsing your hair with warm water to open hair cuticles and allow the vitamins and nutrients from your shampoo to soak in. Then rinse with cool water to close your hair cuticles. This will lock in moisture and keep hair shiny, strong and flyaway-free.
Also, avoid using too many hot styling tools, such as blow dryers, flat irons and curling irons. To limit hair damage, cut back usage to a few days a week and apply a leave-in conditioner before turning on the heat.
Give it a Rest
To help repair damage, it's a good idea to give your hair a "break" one day a week. Choose a day when you don't plan on going anywhere and don't wash or style your hair at all. Using the pads of your fingers—not your nails—give yourself a relaxing head massage to increase circulation and stimulate hair follicles. Then, apply a hydrating balm like Pür Balm to tips and work though to mend splits. Loaded with nourishing shea butter, vitamin E and essential oils, this quick fix balm provides the pür-fect dose of hair-taming hydration.


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2013 Athletics Hall-of-Fame Ceremonies Held at Bethel
Bethel honored a national championship team and three individuals with inductions into the prestigious Bethel Athletic Hall-of-Fame Friday night at the 2013 Alumni Awards and Athletic Hall-of-Fame Inductions. The event was held in the Board Room in the Vera Low Center for Student Enrichment on the campus of the school. A huge crowd was in attendance to salute and help honor the inductees.
The 2013 inductees are:
Kayla McSweeney Collins (BS '04) Women's Basketball
Glen McCadams (BS '69) Golf, Basketball, Baseball
Shorty Akers (Former Student- 58 Basketball) Contributor
2008 Men's National Championship Bethel Soccer Team
Alacia McCadams accepted the award on behalf of her late husband.
Prior to this year, seventy people had been enshrined into the hall. The 2008 soccer team is the first Bethel team to be inducted.
After the ceremonies, many of those in attendance made their way to the East Wing of the Vera Low Center for Student Enrichment for the unveiling and rededication of the Hall-of-Fame.


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If you are over the age of 50, leading a sedentary lifestyle can be extremely unhealthy. Even if you've neglected to get physical activity for most of your adult life, you can still make a big difference in your overall health if you start now. Of course, you should never start a new workout without the advice from your physician. You don't want to hurt yourself, and your doctor knows what your limitations might be.
Going to the gym doesn't need to be stressful. Be sure to pick a gym close to where you live. Visit the gym, take a tour and ask questions of the staff before you even consider signing up as a gym member. Many gyms in the Denver area have senior programs, which are there to help you save money and keep you safe. Don't worry about asking too many questions, or being too demanding. It's your right to get your money's worth, and to be safe and happy while working out at the gym.
If you've decided not to enlist the help of a certified physical trainer, there are some things you should know, so you can be sure you are getting the most out of your workout at the gym. You don't want to end up wasting either your time or money at the gym!
Too much socializing at the gym can be the biggest waste of time at the gym. Sure, it's nice to have a gym buddy, but your gym buddy is there to help motivate you and help you feel like you aren't working out among a big group of strangers. It's also nice to meet new friends at the gym, but first and foremost, you are there to get fit and stay healthy.
You also need to be sure you are getting a total body workout. Cardio and some weight training should both be part of your routine. A good idea would be to do cardio some days, and weight training on other days, so you aren't over exerting yourself, and to make sure your muscles get a break every few days. Hit the elliptical or treadmill, and pay attention to your heart rate. Add repetitions gradually to your weight routine to lose fat and tone your existing muscle, or add more weight slowly over time to build muscle.
Not working out long enough at one time can be a waste of your gym time. Stay on the treadmill or elliptical for at least 15 to 20 minutes, 3 days a week, or break it up with the weights. That way, you know you are even getting the amount of physical activity you need to stay healthy. You also need to go at least 3 times each week. Space out those days with a resting day in between. On those "off" days, you should also try to fit in some light activity, such as taking a leisurely walk around your neighborhood, and stretching.


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I need to update the comment I made yesterday about the 5% surcharge on filing fees. That surcharge is in effect until next year. Although we've referred to it as a three year surcharge stemming from judicial restructuring in 2010, in fact, the surcharge effective date was delayed into 2011. I apologize for any confusion. Next year the judiciary will be back in its normal three year rotation to review fees and will recommend extending the surcharge and build it into the base fee structure.
The retention hearing schedule is starting to firm up. judges will be in for interviews on two evenings beginning at 5PM. The first hearing will be next Tuesday, February 5th in the Ethan Allen Room. So far, Judges Cohen and Manley are confirmed for that night. The second hearing will be on Thursday, February 20th in room 10. So far only Judge Gerety is scheduled. I'll post an update as soon as I have more detail. The public hearing (which will cover all judges and the magistrate) will be on Tuesday, February 26th also at 5PM. I expect that will be in room 11.
Tomorrow the Senate Judiciary Committee will return to S. 31 and attempt to mark up and vote out the bill. I'll report back later in the day tomorrow. As always, thaks for reading.


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The Los Angeles Times has reported that obesity is linked to lack of exercise. A new study suggests that under-exercising, rather than overeating, may be at the heart of America's obesity epidemic.
Researchers from Stanford University School of Medicine report a strong correlation between the rise in obesity and a striking drop in the amount of time Americans spend exercising when not at work over the past 22 years. Their analysis uncovered no evidence that Americans have increased their daily calorie count in the same time period. However, don't think you can eat an unhealthy diet and it won't affect your health. Unfortunately, here in Hawaii we have an obesity problem. Therefore, we also have a high percentage of people that have Type 2 diabetes. If your child is obese, they may even have Type 2 diabetes.
The article states that "We wouldn't say that calories don't count, but the main takeaway is that we have to look very carefully at physical activity. The problem is not all in the intake of calories,"said Dr. Uri Ladabaum, a professor of gastroenterology at Stanford Medical School.
This does not mean that you can eat a plate lunch in Hawaii every day. Americans seem to be less active and this is causing an obesity epidemic. Have you exercised this week? No, texting on your cell phone does not count. Our society has become lazy with all of its technology. If you're going to use technology make it work for you and know when to unplug from it. You can exercise by walking or riding your bike to work. If you like to dance join a dance class. As you listen to music start walking on the treadmill or using your favorite exercise equipment at the same time. We all need to become aware of how much physical exercise we're getting. According to this study, America's obesity epidemic is linked to a lack of exercise.
Hawaii….It's time for you to get out and exercise!
Sources: Los Angeles Times
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Pat Angerer
6'0, 235 pounds | Middle linebacker | Iowa
Coverage: Angerer excels at figuring out screen plays and blowing them up. Doesn't get fooled by play action when he's asked to drop back. Has lined up against receivers on the line, but shouldn't be considered a great coverage linebacker. Still, Angerer has good enough awareness to stay on the field on obvious passing downs and cover an area in zone.
Instincts: Was a two-year starter who played in 43 career games. Has good instincts and always seems to be playing on the balls of his feet. Plays with a lot of aggressiveness and flies all over the field. Read quickly and doesn't make false movements.
Pass rush: Was not asked to blitz a lot and shouldn't be. That's because he doesn't have very good size and will engulfed by blockers. Struggles to disengage, even though he gives good effort.
Pursuit: Angerer is a super high motor guy. Although he's a little stiff in his movements, he makes plays all over the field. He may never be the first guy to the ball carrier, but he closes fast and finishes off a lot of plays.
Run defense: Very smart as a run defender. Keeps his shoulders square to the line when the play is still in front of him and shuffles down. More quick than strong to avoid blockers. May not attack the line of scrimmage as much as you'd like, but rarely allowed running backs to get past him in his area.
Size: Somewhat undersized for a middle linebacker and doesn't have much room to grow. Short arms, which is a real detriment in run defense.
Strength: Has good but not great playing strength. Doesn't look like he can get much bigger.
Tackling: Angerer is the kind of tackler who lets the ball carrier come to him a little too much instead of attacking and driving through. But once Angerer gets his hands on an opponent, he rarely lets them break free. Maintains good balance when he goes for a tackle and won't get thrown around by tight ends and bigger running backs. If nothing else, Angerer is consistent.
Versatility: Very little. Is almost strictly a 4-3 middle linebacker. Doesn't have the take-on strength of 3-4 inside linebacker or the quickness to move outside.
Final word: Angerer rates so highly mainly because he can stay on the field for all three downs and will be a great special teams player. He's smart and rough, which helps him overcome some physical and athletic deficiencies. He really came on as a junior and senior as the team's unquestioned leader on defense.


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The annual FFA Fruit and Meat Sale is here.
"This is our biggest fundraiser," Barry Rogers, Stuttgart High School agriculture teacher and FFA sponsor, said. "Every FFA member are asked to participate."
Rogers said the money that is raised provides a variety of projects such as anything to do with the animals, transportation costs for students going to the state convention, shop supplies, plants for the greenhouse and materials for the float in the Christmas parade.
"The prices this year are the same as the past years," Rogers said. "We have two new items this year — smoked turkey and smoked ham."
The fruit and meat that are in stock are:
• Red Delicious Apples — $25, 26-44 count;
• Navel Oranges — $18, 30-40 count;
• Ruby Red Grapefruit — $18, 18-20 count;
• Mixed Fruit Box —$20, apples, oranges, grapefruit, lemons and hard candy;
• Two-pound bag of peanuts —$6;
• Pit Ham — $28, 5-6 pounds;
• Cajun Turkey —$29, 8-10 pounds.
"The sale dates are from Nov. 2 to Monday Nov. 12," Rogers said.
The delivery dates are from Tuesday, Nov. 27, to Friday, Nov. 30.
"All fruit orders must be paid at the time the order is placed," Rogers said. "Make the checks out to Stuttgart FFA."
For orders, contact Lyn Brownell at (870) 672-1706.
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When making a film based on famous toys, it takes a lot of imagination. Imagining what it would be like if these toys came to life. As kids we all give them voices or see a cartoon that embodies the voice of the toy we already have. In films like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, we had the cartoon of what such toys would sound like. With Transformers, we had the cartoon which told us what Optimus Prime sounded like. With Legos, we have to truly use our imagination. Everyone had to imagine what their Lego characters sounded like. They had to imagine what to actually build out of these small (or big) building blocks. Seeing a film based on characters I have only imagined would sound like or the situations they find themselves in, was amazing. Everything was indeed awesome.
The Lego Movie is not only an imaginative achievement, but it also comments on the drawbacks of conformity and following the rules, while celebrating the power of individual imagination. The director's and co-writers, Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, use stop-motion animation and digital imagery to create the Lego universe as if you are watching the plastic material come to life. It is reminiscent of Toy Story by which the audience gets the sense that they are actually watching real toys come to life. Like Toy Story, The Lego Movie sends its viewer on a childhood journey of nostalgia. The Lego universe makes the Legos both objects and characters simultaneously, just like our beloved Buzz and Woody.
The main character Emmit, voiced by the comedic actor Chris Pratt, becomes the character we relate to. Each day along with the rest of the city, Emmit reminisces on last night's episode of "Where Are My Pants?", he gets designer coffee at a ridiculous price of 37 dollars a cup, and he sings along to the chart topper "Everything is Awesome". This is not so different from real life where we talk about last night's episode of True Blood, drink expensive lattes from Starbucks, and sing along to the latest Beyonce single. The combination of current life and childhood memories is what makes this film so captivating.
The villain of the story Lord Business, voiced by actor Will Ferrell, has the idea to super glue all the pieces of the city in place permanently. Freedom to be creative and expressive is what Lord Business is trying to eliminate. Near the end of the film, the Lego Universe peers into the real world where the Legos are just toys and the adventure being designed by a young boy. The father of the young boy played by Will Ferrell plans on gluing the Lego pieces together, giving them a sense of order and logic; building the structures as they are designated to be. The happy ending of the film comes when Lord Business falls in the Lego universe and the dad plays with his son creating imaginative characters in the real world.
This film does wonders for both children and adults, encouraging them both to use their imagination and have the freedom to be who they want to be. Who knew so much wisdom could come from something as simple as small building blocks.


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Landscaping and amenity horticulture
The Openfields library holds a variety of materials on landscaping and amenity horticulture. Landscaping covers the design, planning, creation and maintenance of designed landscapes, ranging from the management of golf courses, parks and historic gardens to the planning of domestic gardens and leisure facilities. Designed landscapes may be urban and rural, (and can include the interiors of buildings.) Amenity horticulture refers to the corresponding care and planting of flower beds, trees, shrubs, lawns, public parks, sportsfields, roadside verges and green areas around public and other amenity buildings.
A sample of Items held in the Landscaping and amenity horticulture category
- A serious threat to Lawson's cypress (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana) - Phytophthora lateralis
- Bygythiad i'n coetiroedd, gweunydd a gerddi hanesyddol / A threat to our woodlands, heathlands and historic gardens - Phytophthora ramorum
- A threat to our woodlands, heathlands and historic gardens - Phytophthora ramorum
- Apple snails (Pomacea species)
- Alpine Plant Production
- Symptom recognition of Phytophthora ramorum and Phytophthora kernoviae diseases on bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus)
- Spodoptera species
- Phytophthora ramorum - A Practical Guide for Established Parks & Gardens, Amenity Landscape and Woodland Areas
- Green Roof Systems
- Production of shrubs from liners
There are currently no subcategories in the Landscaping and amenity horticulture section.
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The OpenFields Library is a free online library contains items of interest to practitioners and researchers in the agricultural and landbased industries.


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Panama Hopes to Create a "City of Knowledge," Summer 1997
Number 20, Summer 1997
Panama Hopes to Create a "City of Knowledge": Where U.S. Forces Once Ran the Canal Zone
by Colin Woodard from The Chronicle of Higher Education, May 16, 1997
Panama City, Panama — The U.S. withdrawal from the former Panama Canal Zone is expected to open new and substantial opportunities for this country's higher-education system and for researchers studying tropical regions.
Under a treaty signed two decades ago, the United States is to turn over the entire canal system to the Republic of Panama by December 31, 1999. When the treaty was signed, the plan was to transfer the military sites to the Panamanian army. But in the aftermath of the 1989 U.S. invasion of Panama, which ended the military regime of Gen. Manuel Noriega, the country abolished its army and established a much smaller national police force. As a result, Panama is now developing other plans for the military bases.
One of the most ambitious projects is a proposed "City of Knowledge," a sprawling international university and research complex that Panama hopes will become a magnet for students, researchers, and companies up and down the hemisphere.
Under government-sponsored legislation now being drafted, the City of Knowledge would be housed primarily at Fort Clayton, a U.S. Army garrison just outside Panama City, and one of the largest military bases being turned over to Panama.
"For Panama, this is the most important project since the construction of the canal," says Irene Perurena, general secretary of the City of Knowledge Foundation, a part of Panama's Interoceanic Authority, the government agency responsible for integrating the former Canal Zone with the rest of the country. "It will bring enormous economic and educational advantages" to Panama, she says, adding that the proposal is very popular here "because of its 'bombs to books' aspect."
The project calls for the development of a vibrant university and research community, with a core campus at Fort Clayton. The base, which once housed the main Army brigade charged with defending the canal, has 1,392 family-housing units, dormitory space for 1,754, and 500 offices, as well as libraries, auditoriums, swimming pools, and other recreational and administrative facilities appropriate to a large university.
According to planners of the project, several key components of the proposed campus would be housed there:
An elite, four-year liberal-arts university with U.S. accreditation and a need-blind admissions policy that would primarily serve Panamanian students.
A diversified community-college campus, formed from what is now Panama Canal College, providing continuing-education programs, worker retraining, and contract services for industry.
Branch campuses of several foreign universities and colleges, probably including joint programs in such disciplines as tropical or marine biology, merchant-marine training, Latin American studies, Spanish, and tourism.
Specialized research institutes of foreign or domestic universities and institutes.
An industrial park, where private companies could conduct research-and-development activities that would capitalized on the campus's resources.
"Like a commercial real-estate project, the important thing is 'location, location, location,' and Panama's got that," says Ira Rubinoff, director of the Smithsonian Institution's Tropic Research Institute here and a member of the board of the City of Knowledge Foundation. "There are two oceans 40 miles apart, a land bridge between two continents, and a great variety of habitats in a very small area — all with easy communications and an atmosphere that's very conducive to research.
"In tropical research alone, there's so much we don't know. The tropics have the highest population growth and the greatest biodiversity on the planet. Yet there are very few world-class biological-research universities located here. There's so much more to be done than there are institutions to do it, and the City of Knowledge could help a great deal."
If the proposal wins final approval from the legislature — a vote on the project is expected in September — Panama would provide significant incentives to foreign institutions and companies interested in setting up programs associated with the City of Knowledge. Institutions would be eligible for "international mission" status, simplifying visa, employment, and residency requirements for staff members. Equipment and supplies could be imported to the area duty free, and other activities would benefit from tax incentives and exemptions.
'An Academic Free-Trade Zone'
"In essence, we want to create an academic free-trade zone," says Ms. Perurena. "We would provide the facilities, they would bring the programs and specific resources, and Panamanians will benefit from the new opportunities."
Interest in the proposal is strong. Panama Canal College and the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute already are associated with the project, and several other foreign institutions have expressed interest. According to the City of Knowledge Foundation, they include Florida State University, the University of South Carolina, Texas A&M University, George Washington University, and the Latin American Center for Journalism. Organizations representing European universities are also interested.
"The success of the project now depends on domestic political will and our ability to generate popular support," says Stanley Muschett, a member of the foundation's board and rector of the University of Santa Maria La Antigua, a Roman Catholic institution here. "It also must complement Panama's higher-education system. Only by involving Panamanian universities can this project really be useful."
Panama has five universities, three of them private, and some academics are worried that the City of Knowledge might drain support from them. The concerns have been allayed by government assurances that no funds from the education budget would be used to support the project, and by the inclusion of Dr. Muschett and other academics on the board of directors.
Building Political Support
"Everyone on the board is aware of the importance of insuring that the City of Knowledge enhances Panamanian universities," Dr. Muschett says. "It should have many benefits for us: new teaching opportunities for our faculty members, space where we can expand our campuses and laboratories, and access to new resources, technologies, and companies."
Now attention has shifted to the political front. The legislation that would create the City of Knowledge and grant it property rights and legal authority must receive the support of the cabinet and, ultimately, the Legislative Assembly. The project has powerful supporters in President Ernesto Pérez Balladares and former President Ardito Barletta, now the head of the Interoceanic Authority.
In addition to the physical resources of Fort Clayton, the project would need a multimillion-dollar endowment to help cover operating and start-up costs. Its staff members say that having the land will be the key to winning support from the Inter-American Development Bank and other international lending institutions.
"The hardest thing will be to convince people this investment is valuable," says Ms. Perurena. "After all, there won't be any return for five or eight years, whereas a private enterprise might show one much faster. It's much harder to get funding for long-term projects like this."


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VR-Zone Hardware has 2 reviews for you to checkout with the first being about the Hercules Gamesurround Muse 5.1 DVD.
Hercules, is one of the companies that manufacture almost all type of sound cards.Today we will be reviewing a low-end user type of sound card from Hercules. The Hercules Gamesurround Muse 5.1 DVD, the new version of the Muse 5.1 XL.Then they look at the Plextor PlexWriter 40/12/40A CD-RW.
CD-RW drives have become very popular over the last year due to the transition of High-Speed broadband internet and the low prices of CD Writable Media discs. Because of these factors almost everybody has a CD Writer. Older CD writers were very slow (1x-4x), and had serious reliability issues, and one would not dare to touch his or her computer during the burning process because of Buffer Under-Run (When a computer cannot deliver data fast enough for a burner). However the days of this common problem are long past us.


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EUGENE - University of Oregon volleyball fans can catch a replay of the No. 23 Ducks' 3-1 win over Oregon State on various Fox Sports Net stations in upcoming days.
Fans in Oregon and Washington can watch the rebroadcast featuring broadcasters Holly McPeak and Paul Sunderland on Fox Sports Northwest this Sunday (11/14) at 3 p.m., and again on Monday (11/15) at 11 a.m., and other replays around the nation are listed below.
Oregon at Oregon State Volleyball Fox Sports Net Replays
FOX Sports Arizona - Sun. (11/14) 12 p.m. Mountain Time
FSN Northwest - Sun. (11/14) 3 p.m. Pacific Time
FSN Northwest - Mon. (11/15) 11 a.m. Pacific Time
FSN Rocky Mountain - Sun. (11/14) 12:30 a.m. Mountain Time
Fox Sports South - Tues. (11/16) 2 a.m. Eastern Time
Fox Sports West - Sun. (11/14) 1 p.m. Pacific Time
Prime Ticket - Mon. (11/15) 10 a.m. Pacific Time
Prime Ticket - Wed. (11/17) 10 a.m. Pacific Time
Comcast Bay Area - Sun. (11/14) 12:30 p.m. Pacific Time
Comcast Bay Area - Thurs. (11/18) 3 p.m. Pacific Time
Comcast Chicago - Mon. (11/15) 7 p.m. Central Time
On Friday in Corvallis, the No. 23 Ducks (18-8, 6-8) polished off their fourth season sweep of Oregon State (8-20, 1-13) the last five years with a 23-25, 25-18, 25-14, 25-19 decision.
Looking ahead, UO returns home for its Senior Day weekend against No. 10 UCLA and No. 6 USC (Fri.-Sat., Nov. 19-20). The Ducks then wrap up the regular season Thanksgiving weekend at No. 11 Washington and Washington State (Fri.-Sat., Nov. 26-27).
Promotions-wise, the UCLA match on Friday at 7 p.m. is a Go 'O' T-Shirt Night, and fans that wear their 2010-11 Oregon Spirit T-shirt will receive a G.A. ticket for $2.
The next night's Senior Night match vs. USC on Saturday at 7 p.m. is a Dads & Daughters Night, and fans that buy an adult G.A. ticket will receive a child G.A. ticket for free.
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Do you have a flea problem but are afraid of spreading poisons around your pets and children? Good news, there's a solution! There are a couple of safe and effective natural flea remedies on the market. One of these is Diatomaceous Earth. Also known as, DE, this natural substance is one that fleas just cannot tolerate!
DE is made up of finely ground fossilized shells. The shells themselves once belonged to nearly microscopic organisms named diatoms.
Here's how this stuff works: When the flea comes into contact with the ground shell of the diatom, they dehydrate and die within hours. The key to DE's effectiveness is the fact that it works purely on the fact that it dehydrates as a way of killing fleas. Therefore, no flea will ever be able to build up an immunity to it. It can be used for killing fleas in your home and in the yard, so it's a versatile flea control product.
Here's how you use it: You buy it as a powder and sprinkle it in your yard, on your carpet, your pet's bedding, etc. When vacuuming the carpets after treatment with the powder, any remaining live fleas will come into contact with the DE in the bag and die, as well.
The best part of using DE ,as part of your flea killing arsenal, is that your family and pets can come into contact with the powder and leave unscathed.


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You've made the decision to lose weight — now what? If you're already following the South Beach Diet, you're on the right path to achieving your goal. Making healthy changes to your daily routine doesn't have to be a challenge. Here are four simple strategies to help you get started:
- Eat a balanced, nutrient-dense, high-fiber diet. When planning your meals and snacks for the week, make sure to include a variety of nutritious foods such as lean protein, beans and other legumes, vegetables, low-fat dairy, and good unsaturated fats, as well as whole fruits and whole grains on Phase 2. Avoid highly processed sugary and starchy carbs that can cause swings in blood sugar and lead to unhealthy cravings, and stay away from saturated-fat and trans-fat-laden snacks and fast food. Choose one of our South Beach Diet 100-Calorie Snack Bars or a South Beach Diet Protein Fit Cereal Bar instead!
- Exercise often and maximize your workout. Exercise revs up your metabolism and helps you achieve quicker weight-loss results. The level of commitment is entirely up to you, but do what you can, ideally working in some exercise every day. The most efficient way of exercising is to do intervals in which you alternate bursts of fast, intense activity with periods of slower and less-intense recovery. Doing interval walking outdoors or on a treadmill or elliptical, for example, for at least 20 minutes a day can help you shift your metabolism into high gear so that you can burn more calories and fat in less time. The key is to create a realistic exercise plan that you'll be able to stick with. Alternating interval exercise with core-strengthening exercises on different days is best.
- Get more quality sleep. You can never be truly healthy without getting enough quality sleep. When you get more sleep, you feel better and healthier. In Dr. Agatston's latest book, The South Beach Wake-Up Call, he writes that people who sleep less tend to weigh more. Sleep deprivation can alter your metabolism as well as interfere with the production of the hormones that help regulate your hunger levels and your metabolism. So when you lack sleep, you're not only tired but you're also hungry, which sets you up for long-term overeating, weight gain, and a host of other health problems. Be sure to get the recommended minimum of 8 hours of sleep each night. If you're having trouble sleeping, keep a sleep log to help you track your sleep habits. The log should include what time you go to bed and wake up each day; what foods, beverages, and medications you're taking; and what time of day you exercise, along with anything else you think is important to share with your doctor. This can be a helpful tool when you're trying to figure out what's causing your sleep issues.
- Seek out support. Look to your friends and relatives for encouragement. They may want to join you on the diet, but even if they don't, they can offer inspiration and motivation as you move toward your health and fitness goals. If close friends or family aren't available, you can always find a new friend to follow the diet with you by logging on to the South Beach Diet Online and checking out the Message Boards. Not a member? Sign up to join the South Beach Diet Online today and get access to our database of more than 1,000 recipes.


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TORONTO - Morgan Rielly is staying with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Coach Randy Carlyle said today that the 19-year-old defenceman won't be returned to the Moose Jaw Warriors of the Western Hockey League after he plays his ninth game with the Leafs.
A junior-eligible player is allowed to play up to nine games without his NHL team burning a year of his entry-level contract. Rielly will play his ninth game on Friday in Columbus.
Rielly has four assists, a minus-3 rating and two penalty minutes in eight games this season.
He was drafted fifth overall by Toronto in the 2012 draft.
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There are plenty of smartwatches on the market today. Samsung has its Gear line of products and there is the Pebble smartwatches as well. Qualcomm has had its Toq smartwatch on the market for a while. The watch launched in December of last year.
So far, the reviews of the Toq have been mixed and sales haven't been as strong as Qualcomm probably hoped. Today the announcement was made that the Toq will be cheaper. Not just a little cheaper either, Qualcomm has cut the price of its Toq smartwatch by $100.
The new retail price for the Toq is $250, it launched at $350. Other than the price cut, the watch maintains the same features. Qualcomm is selling the Toq in black or limited edition white via its website for $249.99 right now.


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Founded in 2011 by two former Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal divers, Bullets2Bandages seeks to merge fashion, utility, and social consciousness by offering products that honor those who have served our country. By hiring veterans, manufacturing locally, and donating 15% of its profits to veteran charities, Bullets2Bandages gives back to the people and organizations who deserve our thanks and support. The clothing from Bullets2Bandages is not only a thank you to your body, because the fabric is so soft and caressing, but you're thanking your country by purchasing and wearing it with pride. The art on the shirts and tshirt is very American and very fashionable. The brand carries accessories and clothing for both men and women. They are also famous for their bottle openers which are 100% made in the USA from once-fired, military grade .50 caliber and 7.62mm brass casings.
Bullets2Bandages Company Goals –strives to be the leader in socially responsible companies.While the goal of every business is to be profitable, there is still a place for businesses of all types to give something back, not only to our local community, but also to our country. We aim to build a brand that symbolizes GIVING THANKS to veterans.
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Bachelor of Property and Real Estate/Bachelor of Commerce
Course summary for local students
|2016 course information
|Award granted
Bachelor of Property and Real Estate/ Bachelor of Commerce
|Offered at Burwood (Melbourne)
|Cloud (online)
4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
|Next available intake
March (Trimester 1), July (Trimester 2), November (Trimester 3)
|CSP annual fee (indicative) - commencing 2016
|$9,993 - Commonwealth Supported Place (HECS)
|Full fee paying annual fee - commencing 2016
|Not applicable
|Faculty contacts
Faculty of Business and Law - student advisers
|CRICOS course code
|VTAC Codes
|1400514701 - Burwood (Melbourne), Commonwealth Supported Place (HECS)
1400614701 - Cloud (online), Commonwealth Supported Place (HECS)
|Deakin course code
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Professional recognition
- Fees and charges
- Career opportunities
- Course rules
- Course structure
- Entry requirements - general
- Entry requirements - specific
- Credit for prior learning - general
- How to apply
- Key dates
Course overview
The Bachelor of Property and Real Estate/Bachelor of Commerce (BPRE/BCom), brings together Deakin's relatively new Bachelor of Property and Real Estate and the longstanding Bachelor of Commerce into a four year program of study. This degree will provide you with the opportunity to undertake complementary major sequences in commerce along with studies in property and real estate.
The Bachelor of Commerce has a strong public profile and an established reputation with industry and professional bodies. Property and real estate is an established discipline in Australia and the course is designed to produce highly skilled property professionals who are able to enter the workforce with a qualification fully recognised by employers, government and professional organisations. Combining the two courses will facilitate practical experience and project work that relates theory with practice, providing a broad business educational experience.
Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Property and Real Estate has professional accreditation by the Australian Property Institute and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. Graduates will meet the academic requirement to be eligible for registration as a Certified Practising Valuer.
The Bachelor of Commerce can lead to accreditation with many professional bodies, such as CA Program of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia (ICAA)
Associate membership for the CPA Program, CPA Australia
IPA Program of the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) and
Exemptions may apply for the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Australian Computer Society (ACS), the Economics Society of Australia and the Australian Marketing Institute, provided that specific requirements within the course have been met.
Units in addition to the 16 credit points required for completion of the Bachelor of Commerce component of this combined course may be necessary to attain some of these professional accreditations.
Fees and charges
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
Under the present legislation, a Commonwealth supported place is one for which the University receives some Government funding. Students enrolled in these places are required to contribute part of their course costs. To be eligible for a Commonwealth supported place you must be an Australian citizen, or New Zealand citizen or holder of a permanent visa who will be residing in Australia for the duration of your study.
Full-fee paying place
A full-fee paying place is one which the University does not receive any Government funding. Students enrolled in these places contribute the full cost of their course. Domestic full-fee paying places are available to Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens or holders of a permanent visa.
Fee information for all domestic students
The Commonwealth supported place (CSP) or the full fee paying annual indicative course fee shown in the table above is provided as a guide only. It has been calculated on the basis of a typical enrolment of a student undertaking the course in 2015, and reflects the cost involved in undertaking full-time study within the specified discipline. The actual fees charged by Deakin University, will depend on the individual unit discipline and may vary from the indicative course fee cited, particularly if units are chosen from a number of disciplines. The cost of each unit offered in 2016 can be viewed from the Unit Search.
The fees per unit/credit point may be otherwise subject to an annual increase due to rises in the cost of course delivery and service.
This information is provided as a guide only. No representation is made that the information provided is current or accurate. Deakin assumes no responsibility for persons relying on indicative course fee to calculate the total future cost of their course. Applicants can email firstname.lastname@example.com for more information about 2016 fees.
Study Load and unit fee
Eight credit points is considered a standard full time load for one year, which equals one Equivalent Full Time Study Load - EFTSL. You can find the unit fee, credit point and EFTSL value for each unit by looking up your units in the Handbook Unit Search.
Fee payment assistance
Australian citizens or holders of a permanent humanitarian visa, enrolling in a CSP or full-fee paying place, may be eligible for HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP respectively. For more information about HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP visit the Study Assist website.
Career opportunities
The BPRE/BCom prepares you for a career in the business world and in the global property and real estate industries. As a graduate of this course you will have an understanding of the legalities, principles and processes required to fill a professional role in this field, and an appreciation of a professional ethic which emphasises responsibility and responsiveness to community needs.
Students undertaking this combined course have the option to undertake a business internship program which provides a realistic business experience in their area of specialisation. By undertaking the business internship program, you will obtain a better understanding of the business workplace environment and enhanced opportunities for future employment.
Graduates can find employment in a wide range of property-related positions in both private and government sectors including property developers, valuers, investors, asset managers, property market analysts, property management, leasing agents, funds managers and government advisors.
Course rules
To complete the Bachelor of Property and Real Estate/Bachelor of Commerce students must attain a total of 32 credit points consisting of 16 credit points from the Bachelor of Property and Real Estate and 16 credit points from the Bachelor of Commerce. Most units (think of units as 'subjects') are equal to 1 credit point. Course requirements for both the Bachelor of Property and Real Estate (M348) and the Bachelor of Commerce (M300) must be satisfied. Most students choose to study 4 units per trimester, and usually undertake 2 trimesters each year.
To complete the course students must include 12 credit points of Property and Real Estate core units, 4 credit points of Commerce core units and 4 credit points of core units common to both the Bachelor of Property and Real Estate and the Bachelor of Commerce. Students must also complete an 8 credit point major sequence from the Bachelor of Commerce, 4 credit points of elective units (which may include a major sequence from the Bachelor of Property and Real Estate) and a zero credit point unit induction unit.
Course structure
Bachelor of Commerce core units
|Communication for Academic Studies (0 credit point unit)
|Business Analytics
|Marketing Fundamentals
|Personal Insight
Bachelor of Property and Real Estate core units
|Introduction to Property
|Introduction to Property Development
|Property Law and Practice
|Sustainable Construction *
|Statutory Valuation
|Property Investment
|Property Economics
|Commercial Property Construction Studies ^
|Property Management
|Advanced Property Development
|Advanced Property Valuation
|Advanced Property Analysis
*previously coded MMP112
^previously coded MMP214
Common core units
|Accounting for Decision Making
|Economic Principles
|Business Law
|Fundamentals of Finance
Plus an 8 credit point Bachelor of Commerce major sequence
Plus completion of 4 credit points of elective units (which may include a Bachelor of Property and Real Estate major sequence)
Entry requirements - general
Deakin University offers admission to undergraduate courses through a number of Admission categories.
In all categories of admission, selection is based primarily on academic merit as indicated by an applicant's previous academic record.
For more information on the Admission Criteria and Selection Policy visit The Guide.
Entry requirements - specific
Applicants should have successfully completed VCE or equivalent. Prerequisites are units 3 and 4 a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English. Those aged 21 or over on 1 January and who do not hold VCE or equivalent should apply under Alternative Admission. This category is open to those who do not satisfy normal entrance requirements, but can demonstrate relevant work or life experiences.
Credit for prior learning - general
The University aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for approved prior study or informal learning which exceeds the normal entrance requirements for the course and is within the constraints of the course regulations. Students are required to complete a minimum of one-third of the course at Deakin University, or four credit points, whichever is the greater. In the case of certificates, including graduate certificates, a minimum of two credit points within the course must be completed at Deakin.
You can also refer to the Credit for Prior Learning System which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree.
How to apply
Some courses are available in Trimester 2 and 3 2016. Check our Midyear entry and Trimester 3 pages to see if direct applications are open for this course.
Applications for Trimester 2 and Trimester 3 must be made directly to the University through the Applicant Portal. For information on the application process and closing dates, see the Apply web page. Please note that closing dates may vary for individual courses.
Please note:The eligibility of students for membership of the accrediting body is subject to meeting the requirements of that body and that Deakin makes no representations that individuals will meet those requirements.


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Chilled rosé on the deck on a glorious summer day.
I fell in love with rosé when I spent a week in Provence, France. Rosé is for sale in the grocery stores at ridiculously low prices and you can drink them for breakfast lunch and supper if you are so inclined.
Most of my wine snob friends look down on rosé but I've noticed recently that more and more wine critics are letting down their guard and admitting that rosé has a place in the wine fridge especially in spring and summer.
This rosé that I'm sipping at the moment is IMHO the best Canadian rosé I've tasted yet and I make a point of tasting rosés, like white wine they don't stain my clothes or my face.
This one is almost iridescent pink with salmon tones. It tastes of strawberries, raspberries, roses and a hint of cranberry. It's made by Gaspereau Vineyards of Nova Scotia and made from the free run juice of Lucie Kuhlmann grapes. The taste is lush, off dry with a cool finish and the fruit flavours linger on your tongue.
Most rosés are not real rosés they are technically blushes made from blends of white and red wines. At one winery I visited last month, they even add a touch of cranberry fruit wine to add a tartness to the finish.
Some times they might be free run juice from those different grapes but you can have a Gemini effect of two different varietals battling out for supremacy. The Grange of Prince Edward in Ontario had an interesting rosé two years ago made from a combination of two reds Gamay and Pinot Noir. In the first year the Gamay was the overriding taste but if you waited a year the Pinot took predominance. Both were good and especially appealing to people who love red wine flavours more than white.
Because Gaspereau's rosé is from a single grape varietal and cool fermented in stainless steel. it has a beautiful harmonious taste. Lucie Kuhlmann is a hybrid that is perfectly designed for Nova Scotia's climate: ripening early, attaining brix (sugar levels) of 20 and up but maintaining high acids and a slight herbaceous character.
People who like Lucie Kuhlmann, love Lucie Kuhlmann hence the I love Lucie T shirts available at Gaspereau vineyards at harvest time.
Benjamin Bridge's Nova 7 at $24.99 .com is being promoted across Nova Scotia and much of Canada by wine writers as the ideal patio wine and it has a wonderful rosé flavour and colour with bubbles to boot. A lot of science and winemaking skill went into its making. I'm saving mine for people I want to impress. At that price, you don't just open it for the first glimpse of sunshine in a week.
In comparison Gaspereau's rosé is affordable at $15.99 and meets all that is required for a perfect patio rosé. It also pairs well with turkey, pork, planked salmon, and dishes with sweet or spicy sauces. Did I mention it won bronze at the Canadian Wine Awards? Did I mention that Gaspereau Vineyards was voted as the 16th best winery in Canada in 2012 by Wine Access Magazine?
My only complaint is that I now only have two bottles left and I'm back in Ontario.


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There is another cold war brewing between Mother Russia and the Home of the Free (Russia and USA). Unlike in the past, this time the weapon of choice are a pair of ice skates and the battlefield is a round patch of ice inside the Iceberg Skating Palace in Sochi, Russia. Fortunately, this cold war is only cold due to climate temperature. And the war, well there is no war actually, just some friendly games of competition. It is the 2014 Winter Olympics after all.
All eyes are on two of the warriors. Both are young, pretty, petite and ferociously skilled. 18-year old Gracie Gold hails from Los Angeles, California while 15-year old Julia Lipnitskaia calls Yekaterinburg home. Russia's darling, Julia, won her country's first gold medal and has captured hearts from around the globe while skating as if she has not a bone in her tiny body. America's Gracie Gold won't leave empty-handed either. She took the bronze medal.
The two girls twirled, jumped, spin and dazzled the audience like seasoned pros who've competed in the Olympics many times before. They skate like the average person walks…without much effort or strain.
But folks, it ain't over yet. On February 19, 2014, you can catch the Ladies Short Program and on February 20, 2014, you can view the Free Skating competition. More medals to come.
For more information on coverage of the figure skating completion, please check your local listings.
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One person died in an accident involving an 18-wheeler and a pick-up truck Friday afternoon. The crash happened on Highway 83 just north of Hamlin.
According to the DPS, an 18-wheeler hydroplaned Friday on the wet road. 26-year-old Manual Alaniz III of Hamlin was driving a pickup south on Highway 83. Alaniz was unable to avoid hitting the truck. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
His visitation is set for 6 p.m. Monday at the Adams-Foster & Ray Funeral Home in Hamlin. The funeral is set for 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Church of the Nazarene.
Traffic in the area was backed up for some time and authorities asked drivers to find an alternate route for several hours.


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I would persuade a friend me that using Using Database Components (DB Aware Controls) in Delphi is by far the best option, when developing database applications.
This debated started with him many years ago: still today he is persuaded that using simple controls like TEdit, TStringGrid etc., with a set of getter and setter methods to populate them, is the best solution both in terms of flexibility and maintainability of the whole project.
To me this sound counter-intuitive at least.
I think that using DB Aware Controls, like TDBEdit, TDBGrid etc. is the right thing to do when developing database applications.
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Thank you in advance to all of you that will post at least his own advice, whatever will be in favor of one or the other solution.
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Chromebooks appear to be taking off as of late, with more and more manufacturers debuting new models. Acer is no stranger to the Chromebook and has debuted a new model today that is based upon the model that they released last month for $199. The new model comes with beefier specs and a larger price tag.
The new model comes in at $299, and while not currently available on Google Play, it is showing on Acer's website. The outside looks identical to the $199 model, but the similarities are only skin-deep. On the inside, it features 4GB of RAM, a useful addition if you like to open lots of browser tabs like I do.
It still sports the same 1.1GHz Celeron processor, but comes with a larger battery. Battery life is expected to be over 6 hours on a single charge--not bad. The hard drive has also been upgrade and now sports 500GB of capacity, as opposed to the 320GB included in the cheaper version.


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Just weeks after the demise of the Columbia River Crossing project, a bipartisan group of Southwest Washington lawmakers is asking state transportation officials to regroup and discuss a new solution for updating the Interstate 5 Bridge over the Columbia River.
"It is time for all interested parties to come back to the table and put forward a plan that both meets the needs of the region and enjoys the support of our constituents," the letter states. "We remain committed to a long-term solution that will modernize and upgrade the current transportation corridor across the river."
The letter was sent Friday from U.S. Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler, R-Camas, to Washington Department of Transportation Secretary Lynn Peterson. It included the signatures of six Republican and three Democratic state legislators from Clark County.
Oregon Gov. John Kitzhaber and Washington Gov. Jay Inslee pulled the plug on the embattled CRC project late last month, after Republicans and fiscal conservatives in Washington's Senate declined to advance a $10 billion gas-tax package that would have committed Washington's $450 million share to the project. The CRC's failure has since made national headlines.
The letter sent Friday to Peterson says Interstate 5 is critical to commerce and to commuters. It asks Peterson to study how safe the I-5 Bridge is, and how it could be upgraded to address any safety problems.
In the letter, lawmakers added that they "stand ready to fight for funding to ensure that people's safety is protected and that the bridge is not compromised by an earthquake or other catastrophic event," but that any new plan "must focus on safety and the movement of highway and river traffic."
State Sens. Don Benton, R-Vancouver, and Ann Rivers, R-La Center, signed the letter, as did state Reps. Paul Harris, R-Vancouver; Jim Moeller, D-Vancouver; Liz Pike, R-Camas; Monica Stonier, D-Vancouver; Brandon Vick, R-Vancouver; and Sharon Wylie, D-Vancouver.
In the months leading up to the CRC's death, Republican legislators from Clark County railed against the project for a number of reasons, including its $3.4 billion price tag, its inclusion of a light rail line that would connect Portland to Vancouver, and its 116-foot clearance over the river, which would have blocked some river traffic.
Legislators who supported the CRC said that, while the plan might not have been perfect, CRC officials had tried to include the desires of both Oregon and Washington citizens when planning a new bridge.
CRC supporters also said failure to act this year would set an I-5 bridge replacement back at least a decade. It's unclear whether Friday's letter might speed up that process.
State Sen. Annette Cleveland, D-Vancouver, declined to sign the letter to Peterson. Cleveland said she agrees with Herrera Beutler's call for lawmakers to work together, but Cleveland didn't see the point in signing the letter when she's been working with Peterson for months on moving the CRC forward.
"I think some letters can spur action and other letters can say nice things," Cleveland said. Herrera Beutler's letter was the latter, she added. "I don't need to sign a letter to (Peterson) to signal that I want to work with her. We've been doing just that."
Cleveland said she interpreted Herrera Beutler's letter as a call to start over on an I-5 Bridge replacement, which would waste the roughly $170 million spent on CRC planning. Cleveland said she hopes at least parts of the CRC can be salvaged for whatever happens next.
"I can't even fathom starting over from square one," Cleveland said. "I feel very strongly that we have to be good stewards of our taxpayers' dollars."
Herrera Beutler's spokesman, Casey Bowman, said by email Friday that the letter isn't asking for officials to start over completely.
"The letter is requesting that WSDOT work with the region's legislators to make the current bridge safe while they also work on a long-term solution," Bowman wrote.
ODOT Spokesman Patrick Cooney said Friday that Gov. Kitzhaber recently asked ODOT to look for ways to upgrade the bridge now that the CRC project is shutting down. ODOT is the agency responsible for maintaining the I-5 Bridge, though ODOT and WSDOT were working together on the plan to replace the bridge.
"He asked us to see if there were any standalone work that we could do on the Oregon side of the river that would improve safety or reduce congestion, and that is what we will do," Cooney said. He added that Oregon transportation officials are "working with remaining WSDOT staff to shut down the project."
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Final confirmation of the two-day extension is pending Russian concurrence of NASA's request for a one-day delay to their Soyuz launch, currently scheduled for Saturday. That would allow Endeavour to remain docked to the Station until at least Monday to help resolve the computer problems which were first noticed Tuesday night. The Soyuz vehicle was rolled out to its launch pad at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan at dawn today.
With one of three command and control computers still up and running on board the station, flight controllers worked through the day to overcome what is believed to be a software problem with the other two command computers and their processing systems. Ultimately a decision was made to postpone the unberthing of the Raffaello logistics module from the Unity module until Friday while ground controllers worked to recover the computers. With other work on hold, the crewmembers completed packing up Raffaello with unneeded gear and trash, which will be brought back to Earth.
If at least one additional command computer can be recovered overnight, and engineers can reboot two fault protection computers in the Unity module which also shut down earlier today, the Raffaello module could be unberthed around midday Friday. Procedures to bring at least one additional computer back on line for further operations are expected to take about 10 hours.
If Raffaello can be returned to Endeavour's cargo bay tomorrow, then the crew will likely be given the green light to press ahead with the handoff of a pallet from the newly installed Canadarm2 Station robot arm to Endeavour's slightly smaller robot arm on Saturday, setting the stage for undocking on Monday.
To recover the two Unity computers, which offer a defense against other computer malfunctions by automatically rebooting them, controllers will have to perform a complex resynchronization procedure early Friday shortly before the planned wakeup of the two crews.
Endeavour has enough power and other consumables to remain in orbit until Friday, if necessary. With a two-day mission extension, landing would occur on Wednesday.
The crews of Endeavour and the International Space Station are scheduled to be awakened around 2:40 a.m. Central time Friday. Meanwhile, all of Endeavour's systems continue to function flawlessly as it orbits the Earth linked to the ISS.