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AB De Villiers turned into AB de Villain on Friday when television evidence proved he had grounded a catch at slip off Andrew Strauss. It is the kind of thing they remember on the Western Terrace and De Villiers was booed to the wicket when he set out on an innings that would last for more than eight hours.
"It is the first time I have walked out on the field and been booed," he said after an innings of 174. "That hurt a lot and motivated me to do better. I'm very satisfied to sit here with a hundred under my belt. I would never have been able to go to bed at night if Strauss had been given out, so to be booed on the field hurt a lot."
The Western Terrace is at least fair when it dishes out criticism. Plenty of England players down the years have enjoyed their words of wisdom.
Having been described recently by Michael Vaughan as "the most intelligent bowler" he had worked with means Stuart Broad doesn't need any of the local know-how to point out his precarious place in the side.
Since establishing himself during the winter, when Steve Harmison and Matthew Hoggard were cut adrift in New Zealand, Broad's main contributions have been with the bat. No need for worry there. Runs are in his genes and a Test match hundred will one day come his way.
But that is for the future. In the here and now, Broad will be judged on wickets and concern centres on his failure to take enough of them at an affordable cost.
De Villiers was yesterday his 19th in eight Tests but only the third of this series. He was England's most expensive bowler at Headingley, conceding runs at just under four an over, and his Test bowling average is now more than 48. The South Africans have not budged an inch for the best part of a week and Broad has borne the brunt of it.
Yesterday he was unable to find a consistent line and looked flat after a week which has seen him send down 79 overs on two pitches lacking heart for the bowlers.
The physical burden has left him with an ankle injury that needed treatment here and may give the selectors enough reason to give him a break from the Test scene.
His two quick-bowling colleagues in the England team - James Anderson and Andrew Flintoff - both offered consolatory arms around the shoulder yesterday. Their empathy comes from personal experience. Both found it impossible to grow up in Test cricket without secondments back at Lancashire.
Even when the conditions provided some inspiration for the England bowlers, Broad looked innocuous and the return of Simon Jones looms larger. That would leave one tricky issue. Broad's batting at eight offers an alternative if Flintoff fails and both Jones and Ryan Sidebottom would only lengthen the tail. That means the spotlight may fall on the out-of-form Tim Ambrose, who has kept wicket tidily at Headingley but bats today with pressure building on his place. With pace bowlers scenting victory and South African fielders circling close by, he will need to replicate some of the discipline showed by his counterpart at No?6.
Despite a fierce spell and a few words from Flintoff while he was on 99, De Villiers held firm yesterday. But just like the Headingley crowd, De Villiers showed South Africans have long memories. "It is part and parcel of the game," he said. "But I think we will see a few fascinating Test matches after this one."


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Guide By: PerpetualHeaven
There are 10 achievements with a total of 1000 points.
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- Estimated achievement difficulty: 3/10
[XBA would like to thank Rusty Nail zh for this Roadmap]
|Clear Inphyy
|Complete all of Inphyy's missions.
Complete the game as Inphyy, pretty straightforward.
Klausorus: Attack power & range Plus 50%, Orb attack length plus 30 % - S rank reward at Eaurvarria Mountains.
L2: Bloody Rose: +15% to range - Chest near start of Eaurvarria Mountains - First N/W dead end.
L3: Blaze Sword: Attack and critical rate + 10%, Range +20% - Chest near Eaurvarria Mountains Boss.
Orb Sword: Range +25%, Orb appearance +15% - Chest in Outside Wyandeek mission. Center of goblin camp near a large boulder. Also found in Fort Wyandeek mission in the last area west path.
L4: Phoenix Blade: Range +30%, Attack + 20%, Defense and orb attack length +10% - Chest in the Fort Wyandeek mission. Final area at the end of east path.
L6: Amethyst Saber: Attack +40%, Critical +50%, Orb appear +10% - Chest in Ywa-Ue-Uar.
L7: Prominence: Attack range plus 50%, critical rate & orb gauge charge rate plus 30%, Trample attack power x2 – "A" rank reward Pholya Flatlands.
|Clear Aspharr
|Complete all of Aspharr's missions.
Complete the game as Aspharr.
L1: Temple Spear: Default. No bonus effects.
L2: Earth PikeAttack range & critical rate + 10% - Treasure chest in Eaurvarria Mountains. Northeast dead end.
Knight Lance: Attack& defense +20%, speed + 10% - Random drop in Eaurvarria Mountains. I got it after a 500 hit combo.
L3: Blue Lance: Attack Power + 10%, Attack range + 40 %, Critical + 30 percent, and speed plus + 15 % - Chest in Fort Wyandeek mission. Look behind your starting position.
Water Spike: Attack Power+ 20%, range up 30%, Orb appear + 15% - Chest in Castle of Varrvazarr mission. Located in the top right of the main area through a blinding blizzard. Make it to the end and you'll see a chest.
L5: Bryunak: Attack power plus 70%, Speed and red orb appearance plus 30 %, Attack range plus 50% - Castle of Varrvazzar S rank award.
Crystal Spear: Attack + 30%, Range +50 %, Orb attack duration +20% - I got it in the upper left dead end in his Fort Wyandeek mission. It's the village where he and Inphyy have their moral discussion about civilians
L7: Neredis Spear: Attack range +40%, critical rate +50%, Orb gauge charge rate +30% -
|Clear Myifee
|Complete all of Myifee's missions
Complete the game as Myifee
Weapon Locations:
Level 1: Double edge: Default. No bonus effects.
L2: Double sword: Range +15%, critical rate +10% - Felppe village, rescue 2 villagers first - chest behind church.
L3: Tornado: Attack +10%, Range + 20%, defense + 25% - Chest in Bastide of Varrgandd. South of main courtyard before you meet Tea Tea.
L4: Dual Crescent: Attack & critical rate +20%,Range +30% - Chest in Ice gate. North of Gate 4.
L5: Tempest: Attack & critical rate +60%, range +50%. Null critical damage received. -Bastide of Varrgandd. To get the Tempest, if you look at the last area (the huge open area) you see a trident shaped thing on the map. On the middle of that trident there is a circular shape. In the actual game there is a statue there. There should be a chest near that statue.
L6: Black Ox: Attack & range +40%, defense +20% - Chest in Everr Mountains. On the S/W path from your starting position.
L7: Ansalar: Attack & range +50%, Speed, orb attack and orb appear all +30% - Chest in Pholya flatlands. When you go to defend the bridge, it's a short distance N/E of the bridge.
|Clear Tyurru
|Complete all of Tyurru's missions.
Complete the game as Tyurru
Weapon Locations:
L1: School Staff: Default. No bonus effects.
L2: Antique rod: Orb appear rate plus 20%, critical rate plus 40%, speed plus %10 - Bastide of Varrgandd get an A rank.
L3: Mana wand: Allies attack power +20%, Speed +10%, Orb attack& appear +30% - Eaurvarria Mountains chest..
Rainbow wand: Attack + 60%, Speen and orb appear rate +20% - Eaurvarria Mountains clear stage with 2,000 + kills.
L4: Prime Key: Attack & orb gauge charge +20%, critical rate +40%, Orb appear +10%. Chest in Fort Wyandeek - N path.
L5 Memory mace: Attack and Critical rate plus 50%, speed plus 20%, item drop rate plus 60% - Pholya flatlands achieve A rank.
|Clear Klarrann
|Complete all of Klarrann's missions.
Complete the game as Klarrann
L1: Antique Icon: Default. No bonus effects.
L2 Roar: Attack & range +10% - Kill the first troll you meet.
L3 Punishment: Attack power, Attack range and Defense all plus 20% - In bastide of Varrgandd get an A rank award.
Sentence: Attack, orb attack and orb spark gauge +50% - Bastide of Varrgandd save all the citizens then item drops.
L4: Sentinal: Attack & range +30%, critical rate + 20 - Chest in Fort Wyandeek. After passing the last gate into the final area it's in a nearby cul-de-sac to the west.
L5 Staff of slumber: Range +40%, Critical rate +100%. Kill all foes near start of stage in Pholya Flatlands.
Cane of Faith: range +40% Defense and Guard break +50% - Chest in Pholya Flatlands. On the southern edge of the map, it's on the east side near some trees.
|Clear special mission
|Complete the special mission.
The special mission is Inphyy's final mission against the king of nights. To unlock this secret mission, you must beat the game with every single character than load up Inphyy's file. Once that has been done, look under Ywa-Ue-Uar and there should be a mission called "Another World".
Beating the King of Nights can be fairly difficult if you don't know what you're doing. First things first, if you can't beat it, keep killing yourself and eventually the difficulty will be lowered. If you look at the loading screen it should show "Mission Name – Level #" (the # states the difficulty. Lower the number the easier it is). Now, what you should do is make sure Inphyy is level 9 because you need the Seraph Butterfly move. After you've become level 9, start the mission and zip through the middle using the to dash. Don't stop to fight the army of night or branch off and do other things. There's no point as it would consume too much time. If you have time to spare might as well do it. Once you've reached the king of nights, you will see Goblins and Trolls fighting him with an insane amount of army of night soldiers surrounding him. This is definitely a good thing (because of red orbs). What you want to do is make sure that your orb gauge is full, than press , and than to pull of Seraphs butterfly. You have to make sure he's standing on the ground and not flying because if he's flying than it won't work at ALL. It could take anywhere from 3-7 hits to finish him off. If you're lucky you'll find the armband that allows for no orb consumption while using deadly attacks. Also, make sure if you see those silver balls flying at you, Dash and don't stop because they hurt you real bad. Keep Seraph Butterflying while the king of nights is on the ground and you should finish in no time. It's not a difficult task at all once you get the hang of seraphs butterfly. You can also use your orb spark and it'll do a very nice amount of damage to him.
|Clear Dwingvatt
|Complete all of Dwingvatt's missions.
Complete the game as Dwingvatt
Weapons Locations:
L1: Twin fang: Default. No bonus effects.
L2: Assassin's dagger: critical rate + 20% - Chest in Bastide of Varrgand. Path on way to temple.
L3: Devil tooth: Attack +40%, range +80%, Speed +20%, Orb gauge charge +50% - Ice gate. Destroy a lamp(torch) post. At the main Ice gate's ... well gate (last area) hug the fortress wall and go east until you hit the mountains. Now follow the mountains north past 2 sets of 2 large pillars. A very little bit further (still hugging the mountains) you should find this elusive lamp post in a small almost hidden alcove. Destroy it with Orb spark (blue gauge) it should be in the base of the ruined Post.
Khukuri: Attack and range +20%, critical rate +10% - Chest in Bastide of Varrgand. Dead end West of Temple.
L4: Black Scimitar: Attack +40% range +30% - Chest in Ice gate. N/E of gate 5.
L5: Nemesis: Attack +40%, Defense and Critical rate +50% - Chest in Castle of Varrvazzar mission. When you have to kill the king and his three sons, head east until you run into some REALLY thick fog. Hidden in the fog is a chest containing Nemesis.
L6: Hell's Dagger: Attack & guard break +50%, Critical +100% - Chest in Pholya Flatlands. Going south from the center of the map it's near some pillars. Or conversely, going north from where you rescue Dwykfarrio it's near some pillars.
|Clear the mystery character
|Complete all of the mystery character's missions.
Complete the game as Vigk Vagk (he is unlocked after you've beaten every characters story mode)
Weapon Locations:
|Earn A-ranking in all missions
|Earn A-ranking in every mission of every character.
Basically, all you have to do is get an "A" ranking or "S" ranking on every mission of all 7 characters. It's quite easy and should take you no time at all. This is the specific amount of points you need for each mission to get an "A" ranking and there is a specific way how these point are attained. Follow these xbox360achievement.org forum board links to know how these work (special thanks to TheMollyWhopper):
If you're having any trouble at all attaining an "A" ranking add me to your friends list and message me (gamertag: Perpetualheaven) or refer to the xbox360achievements.org ninety nine nights forum board.
|Reach the highest level
|Build every character up
This achievement is extremely deceiving. Most people assume that all you have to do is get every character to level 9 and you'll get the achievement. That's not true. What you really have to do is get every character to level 9 than re-beat the entire game (redo every single mission) with all 7 characters at level 9. I know it's dumb but that's how it works. Some people think it's a glitch but it isn't.
Where to level for each character:
Inphyy: Fort Wyandeek (explore all areas branching off)
Aspharr: Fort Wyandeek (explore all areas branching off)
Myifee: Pholya Flatlands (when you have to stop the goblins going across the bridge which is the area with the block rate, don't let the block rate hit 100.. just keep waiting and waiting until you get bored than finish it off)
Dwingvatt: Bastide of Varrgandd (make sure to kill as many guys as you can)
Tyurru: Pholya Flatlands
Klarrann: Pholya Flatlands (not a lot of kills but the orbs received are A LOT and it will save a lot of time instead of Fort Wyandeek)
Vigk Vagk: Pholya Flatlands (there is 4 bosses in this and you gain a lot of experience off them. Don't use Bastide of Varrgandd even though you receive more orbs, your experience doesn't add because the bosses drop 3 bonuses XP tombs and you get 12 in total. If you want to save time do Pholya Flatlands).
If you're having any trouble at all just send me a pm on x360a or go look on the xbox360achievements.org forum board for ninety nine nights and your question might be answered. If you do decide to go to the forum boards first and your question isn't listed, just message me and I'll be more than happy to help you.
CREDIT TO: TheMollyWhopper, Darkbola, and Vox Nihil (from gamespot).
Q Entertainment / Phantagram
August 15, 2006
September 01, 2006
April 20, 2006
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Kyoto Protocol: Bill
There is green that resists excessive emission of polluting gases.
For the United States of America's signature of Kyoto Protocol.
Advertising Agency: +2/Loucos, São Paulo, Brazil
Creatives: Guilherme Martins, Alexandre Santos
Published:March, 2008
6 comments
ChuckNorrisMar 04, 2008 - 12:22
The text actually says:
No green can resist.
Meaning that no even the US money will resist if they don't sign the protocol.
A little Blah IMHO
dansheppy52Mar 04, 2008 - 20:29
thats what it actually says.
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$25,000 reward for missing Madison "Maddy" Scott
VANDERHOOF, B.C. – Dawn and Eldon Scott, parents of Madison (Maddy) Scott who has been missing since May 2011, have raised the sum to $25,000 reward for information leading to the whereabouts of their missing 20-year-old daughter.
An extensive police search was launched on Sunday May 29th, after Scott failed to return home from a Saturday night party at Hogsback Lake.
At the peak of a three-months investigation, some 150 police search and rescue personnel including volunteers from Vanderhoof and neighbouring communities participated in air, land and water searches of the area for the missing woman.
Efforts to date have failed to uncover any trace of her.
"This investigation remains a priority for North District Major Crime," said RCMP spokesperson, Sgt. Rob Vermeulen. "(We) appreciate the level of community interest in Madison's disappearance… and still believe there is information out there, and that there ae people who have not come forward."
The search for Madison Scott has been "both hopeful and emotionally disappointing," said Vanderhoof Mayor Gerry Thiessen. "Everywhere in town, on cars or business windows, there are posters looking for Madison. I get calls from residents on summer vacation hoping that there is something new to report, something that will help us find her. Now it's time for both Madison and the Scott family, that those with information to come forward and talk to the RCMP."
Detectives are following up on more than 780 tasks and various interviews connected to the investigation.
Police are again urging people to come forward with information that can help them piece together Maddy's movements and actions before her disappearance. "What can often happen in an investigation like this is that people think their information is not that important or that someone else has likely told police already, but we often find that is not the case. It's very likely that not everyone at Hogsback Lake that weekend Madison disappeared has come forward yet, or has provided us with all the information we need," Vermeulen said.
Anyone with information should contact the Vanderhoof RCMP immediately at (250) 567-2222 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Maddy's parents Dawn and Eldon Scott, released the following statement on Thursday September 1, 2011.
"It has been three difficult months since our daughter Maddy was last seen out at Hogsback Lake, just south of our hometown of Vanderhoof.
It is hard to express the concern, sadness, and frustration that we have been going through as we wait for answers but our commitment to finding Maddy, and the truth of her disappearance has not wavered.
There is a possibility that Maddy's disappearance may be the result of foul play and, while the RCMP continues to follow up on information and tips – we have chosen to support their efforts by increasing our reward. Therefore, we would like to announce that we have increased our reward up to $25,000 for information that will lead to the arrest and conviction of the individual or individuals responsible for her disappearance.
It is our hope and belief that there is information out there that will help us locate our daughter.
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September Select Gross and Average Fall at Keeneland; Median Equals Record
The select market at the Keeneland September yearling sale isn't as strong at the top as it was a year ago.
The select market at the Keeneland September yearling sale isn't as strong at the top as it was a year ago.
The boys from Coolmore added another stellar purchase to their already impressive stable, spending $2.6 million for a full brother to grade II winner and stallion Half Ours.
Evenings in Saratoga bring another feeling, one of frantic energy, and of adrenaline, and of the intensity of short, fast-paced hours. No place emphasizes this more than the Fasig-Tipton sales grounds, where the vigorous pursuit of Thoroughbred yearlings at auction began with yesterday's opening session for the two-day select sale.
Top sires such as Unbridled's Song, A.P. Indy, Distorted Humor have well-regarded yearlings in the Fasig-Tipton Saratoga select yearling auction's opening session Monday.
A son of Storm Cat will be the first horse in the sale ring during Tuesday's second session of the Fasig-Tipton Saratoga select yearling auction.
There may have been questions about Octave's winning desire after five consecutive runner-up efforts dating back to last year's Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies (gr. I). But not after the quality filly made it back-to-back grade I victories Saturday in the $300,000 Coaching Club American Oaks (gr. I) for 3-year-old fillies at Belmont Park.
Unbridled's Song shook things up in a big way June 30 at Belmont Park when he sired the winners of both the Suburban Handicap (gr. I) and Mother Goose Stakes (gr. I).
Joseph Allen's homebred Political Force exploited an opening at the head of the stretch and, in spite of drifting out late, rolled to a 1 1/4-length win in Saturday's $400,000 Suburban Handicap (gr. I) at Belmont Park.
Second in each of her last five starts, odds-on choice Octave defeated three rivals while becoming a grade I winner for the first time in the $237,500 Mother Goose for 3-year-old fillies at Belmont Park Saturday.
Graded stakes winner Quite a Bride looks to better a bridesmaid-like performance in the May 5 Churchill Distaff Turf Mile as she stretches out for Saturday's renewal of the Early Times Mint Julep Handicap (gr. IIIT) on Churchill's Stephen Foster Day undercard.
Glencrest Farm's Honey Ryder, handled patiently by Garrett Gomez, swept past stablemate Safari Queen inside the final sixteenth of a mile to make it back-to-back victories in the $150,000 Sheepshead Bay Handicap (gr. IIT) on the Belmont Park inner turf course Saturday.
The opening session of the 2007 Ocala Breeders' Sales Co.'s March select 2-year-olds in training sale benefited from the appearance of a large contingent of West Coast trainers and bloodstock agents, with California residents walking away with the session's top-priced colt and filly.
Trainers and bloodstock agents from across the country converged on the Ocala Breeders' Sales Company's grounds March 25 to inspect the 520 horses catalogued for the annual selected 2-year-olds in training sale March 27-28 in Central Florida. Here's a look at some of the leading prospects.
Favored Half Ours remained unbeaten in five starts when he staved off the hard-charging Park Avenue Ball in the closing strides to take the $225,000 Richter Scale Breeders' Cup Sprint Championship Handicap (gr. II) by a half-length at Gulfstream Park Saturday.
Half Ours eked out a victory in an allowance/optional claiming race at Aqueduct Thursday in his first start since being sold for $6.1 million at the Keeneland November breeding stock sale.
Trainer Todd Pletcher has elected to include his personal "package" of stallion seasons for 2007 in the Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) Stallion Season and Art Auction, which will begin Nov. 27 and conclude with a live auction at Dec. 1. The live auction will be conducted by Fasig Tipton auctioneers.
Unbridled Sidney, ridden by Corey Lanerie, rocketed to the front and never looked back en route to a 1 1/4-length victory in Friday's $285,000 Cherokee Run Breeders' Cup on the turf at Churchill Downs.
A daughter of Unbridled's Song topped the third and final session of the 2006 Fasig-Tipton Kentucky fall yearling sale at the sale company's Newtown Paddocks near Lexington. The three-day sale registered declines in gross, average, and median.
Empire Maker, whose first foals are yearlings, will stand for $100,000 in 2007, the same fee he commanded in his first three years.
Taylor Made Farm announced Wednesday that the two stallions it stands for six figures will both have stud fee increases for the 2007 season.
Germance, beaten just once in her career in France, and Magnificent Song, who closed significant ground to capture her last two in New York, headline a solid field of 11 3-year-old turf fillies in the Queen Elizabeth II Challenge Cup Stakes (gr. IT) at Keeneland Saturday.
The Keeneland September yearling auction turned in a solid performance Wednesday in Lexington during the first open session following two days of select offerings.
Trainer Todd Pletcher opted to keep his ace Wait a While in the barn for Saturday's $246,000 Garden City Breeders' Cup (gr. IT) but Magnificent Song proved quite a capable substitute, winning by two lengths on the Belmont Park inner turf course.
Relative newcomer Ahmed Zayat went to $1.6 million for an Empire Maker filly Wednesday night to top the 86th annual Fasig-Tipton selected yearling sale in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. The historic sale, now with a two-day run, had yet another solid performance with the average virtually mirroring last year's figure and the gross increasing significantly.
Fasig-Tipton Kentucky kicked off the 2006 yearling sale season on a strong note Monday as a Forestry colt was purchased by agent John Ferguson for $1.2 million, the first seven-figure offering at the auction in Lexington, Ky., since 1983.
Trainer Todd Pletcher is having a perfect day at Churchill Downs Friday, winning all three of the races in which he had entries. The third was Magnificent Song, who won the $114,900 Edgewood Stakes, the first undercard stakes on Kentucky Oaks day.
Fox Hill Farms' Rockport Harbor, who has had more than his share of bad luck during his racing career, came out of his fifth-place finish in the March 12 Razorback Breeders' Cup Handicap (gr. III) with a foot injury that may force his retirement.
Even-money favorite Rockport Harbor, making his first start in more than nine months, put away the challenge of Cougar Cat in the final eighth of a mile to post his first win since 2004 in the $100,000 Essex Handicap (gr. III) at Oaklawn Park Saturday.
Spanish Steps, a full brother to Unbridled's Song (Unbridled--Trolley Song, by Caro) was represented by his first foal Jan. 2 when Ribot's Flair delivered a bay colt in Florida.
Doug Cauthen's Unbridled Energy, rallying from far back, wore down favored Greeley's Galaxy in the lane and held off an unlucky Canteen close to home for a three-quarters of a length victory in the San Fernando Breeders' Cup (gr. II) for 4-year-olds at Santa Anita Saturday.
The 16th annual charity stallion season and art auction conducted by Thoroughbred Charities of America and the Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association on Dec. 3 at CandyLand Farm in Delaware and audiocast to Cross Gate Gallery in Lexington, Ky. raised $1.9 million.
David Greathouse won a 2006 guaranteed live foal season to Songandaprayer in a raffle to benefit Habitat for Humanity and the victims of Hurricane Katrina. A representative of Habitat of Humanity drew the winning ticket inside the Keeneland sales ring Nov. 11.
Unbridled's Song, a prominent sire for years, will stand in 2006 for $150,000, up from his $125,000 fee in 2005, at the Taylor family's Taylor Made Farm near Nicholasville, Ky.
Robert N. Scanlon, a perennial leading 2-year-old sale consignor and operator of the Scanlon Training Center near Williston, Fla., passed away Oct. 13.
Lucky Spell, whose grandson Unbridled's Song won the 1995 Breeders' Cup Juvenile (gr. I), died Oct. 4 at Rich and Gaby Sulpizio's Magali Farms near Santa Ynez, Calif.
Day four of Keeneland's marathon September yearling sale "might have been a little softer in spots," according to director of sales Geoffrey Russell, but business was still plenty good Thursday in Lexington, Ky. as the world's largest yearling sale rolled on. Overall, the gross revenue for the first four days is up 17.3% from last year's record sale.
Jess Jackson went to $900,000 for a son of Distorted Humor during the fourth session of the Keeneland September yearling sale Thursday.
Day four of the Keeneland September sale was just underway for about an hour when a colt by Unbridled's Song sold for $700,000.
An Unbridled's Song colt sold for $950,000 Wednesday early during the third session of the Keeneland September yearling sale. Stonestreet Stable, owned by Kendall-Jackson winery founder Jess Jackson was the buyer. Taylor Made Sales Agency consigned the colt as agent.
A day after the third-highest price ever recorded for a yearling sold at public auction, things were much calmer at Wednesday's session of the Keeneland September Yearling Sale. But there was a $1-million horse sold and the gross and average were up.
With the horse racing industry responding to the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation's need to care for a rapidly increasing population of retirees--now numbering 1,037--the charity raised $629,000 at its annual fundraiser Monday night at the Saratoga Golf and Polo Club in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
Forest Music, making her first start for Jess Jackson's Stonestreet Stables and trainer Steve Asmussen, took early command of the Honorable Miss Handicap (gr. II) at Saratoga Friday afternoon and never let go, cruising to a two-length victory. The win marked a milestone for trainer Steve Asmussen's career: win number 3,000.
The New York State Racing and Wagering Board on July 22 revoked the license of owner Ernie Paragallo, whose Paraneck Stable sent out numerous stakes horses over the years.
The Fasig-Tipton July sale Monday and Tuesday offered public-auction buyers the first opportunity to acquire yearlings of stallions represented by their first crops.
Songandaprayer will move from Hartley/deRenzo, Walmac South, to Walmac Farm for the 2006 breeding season.
Splendid Blended became the first 3-year-old filly to capture Hollywood Park's Vanity Handicap (gr. I) since It's In The Air in 1979 when she won by a head over determined Island Fashion in a desperate finish Sunday.
Touched by the recent stories of the late Alex Scott and her Alex's Lemonade Stand, Ernie Paragallo of North Mass, New York and a part owner of the Kentucky-based stallion Unbridled's Song is contributing $62,500 to Alex's Lemonade Stand and $62,500 to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation based in New Canaan, Connecticut.
The Fasig-Tipton Midlantic juvenile auction ended its sizzling two-day run Tuesday at Timonium with all-time highs for gross revenue, average price, and median price. In addition, the hot market generated a high price for a horse of $450,000, which equaled the Maryland-based sale's record.
Ivywood Angel, a racy-looking Unbridled's Song filly with a big white blaze, equaled the record for the Fasig-Tipton Midlantic sale of 2-year-olds in training when she brought $450,000 Tuesday during the auction's second session at Timonium, Md.
A gray Unbridled's Song filly brought $280,000 Monday to top the opening session of the Fasig-Tipton Midlantic sale of 2-year-olds in training, which was basking in the glow from the Preakness (gr. I) success of its graduate, Afleet Alex.


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quote: Meanwhile at home, people are complaining and crying about people on welfare needing to survive, crying about how their Tax Dollars are being wasted on human scum, yet think nothing of $millions being wasted on Tech we don't need, making a few people VERY VERY rich.
quote: Also, I'd rather be called a progressive, not a liberal.
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quote: So the military just wants to kill "brown" people, costs too much, and anyone who has a problem with Welfare is racist.
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Storm-battered Rockaway Beach is opening as promised Memorial Day weekend despite some tough odds, and it's time for Queens residents to support the peninsula by going out for the day to play.
Hurricane Sandy destroyed the boardwalk, pummeled businesses along the oceanfront, gutted playgrounds and displaced tons of sand from the beach.
Rockaway Beach is still a work in progress and a small miracle in the making after city Parks Department crews put in a Herculean effort to restore the borough's summer playground.
The boardwalk has not been replaced yet, but the stanchions remain like so many sentinels guarding the beach. There are concrete ramps leading down to the water from Ocean Front Parkway and new benches planned for the main plaza.
This year's trip to Rockaway Beach may take a little imagination, although the ocean is the same, still drawing surfers to the waves.
A number of restaurants, bars, shops and food stands remain closed, but the reopened ones need an influx of customers.
Tourism is the economic engine of the Rockaways, which was undergoing a small renaissance last summer as hipsters from Brooklyn began flocking to the beach scene. That ended Oct. 29.
Queens opened its heart and wallets to the Rockaways after Sandy and, even though this outpouring is continuing, at some level it's time for the borough to help return these beach communities to some sense of normalcy.
The reopening of the A train is a big step toward resuming life's regular routines after Far Rockaway residents endured long commutes to other parts of the city by car and bus. It also means visitors can once again hop the subway for an easy ride to the beach.
The future of the ferry to Manhattan and Brooklyn, put into action after Sandy, remains uncertain. But the city should continue the service to bring day-trippers to the beaches throughout the summer and to get the word out that there is affordable transportation to the Rockaways, which are open for business.
We should set aside some time to go out to the Rockaways by car, subway, bus or bike and drop a few dollars at the local pub or food vendor and look around at how Mother Nature decided to rearrange the landscape.
And after returning to the mainland, some of us might also be inspired by the indomitable spirit of Rockaway residents and business owners to rebuild and survive.
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Rahul Gandhi on Sunday asked voters in the city to give a fourth term to Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit, saying the national capital has seen unprecedented development under her rule and she has changed its face.
The Congress vice-president touched on his family's and Dikshit's connection with Uttar Pradesh in an apparent attempt to reach out to the sizable Poorvanchali population in the city.
"The opposition BJP makes tall claims but Congress has done it on ground," he said at a rally in Ambedkar Nagar.
"Delhi international airport is considered the second best in the world. Look at the transport infrastructure. Two million people are traveling in Delhi Metro daily. Earlier, there used to be shortage of electricity while we have 24-hour power now. The whole infrastructure has changed," he said.
Speaking on the issue of corruption, which has been used by BJP to target the UPA government, Rahul said Congress gave people the RTI Act to fight it.
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Rahul also underlined social amity in the city and said BJP and Shiv Sena have tried to disturb peace in places like Maharashtra and Karnataka.


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The state-owned Asset Management Corp. of Nigeria, or Amcon, said it plans to sell 2.5 trillion naira ($16.6 billion) of three-year, zero-coupon bonds to finance the purchase of toxic debts from banks.
The first tranche of the bonds will be sold by Dec. 31, the company's managing director, Mustafa Chike-Obi, said in an interview in the commercial capital, Lagos, today. Most of the bonds will be sold by the end of March next year, he said.
The debt purchases will help the banking system, which almost collapsed in 2008 after extending billions of dollars in loans to investors in the stock market, to resume lending to companies and revive economic growth. The central bank fired the chief executive officers of eight lenders last year and bailed out the industry with $4.1 billion.
The market will determine the value of the zero-coupon bonds and therefore, how much Amcon raises in funds, Chike-Obi said. The central bank said in a statement on Nov. 9 that Amcon would buy 2.2 trillion naira of bad debts from the banks, more than a previous forecast of $10 billion naira.
When the bonds expire in three years, Amcon will sell seven-year, coupon-bearing bonds, Chike-Obi said. The company's major activities will be concluded within 10 years, he said.
Amcon valued loans backed by shares in listed companies at about a 60 percent premium on the 60-day average price of those shares as of Nov. 15, Chike-Obi said.
The reason for the premium was because shares are probably undervalued at the moment, he said. Nigerian banks are trading at 1.2 times their book value, the difference between a company's assets and liabilities, compared with a historical average of 2.
"So the valuation derives from trying to get the 1.2 close to 2 times book," he said. "We think it's fair, it's consistent, it's transparent."
Amcon is acquiring all loans for share purchases provided by Nigeria's 24 banks and the non-performing loans of the rescued banks, Chike-Obi said.


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Have you ever been the last one picked for a team?
Everyone knows what its like to have a bad day. And when Norbert comes home from school, he has had a really bad day. As he and his mother talk through the day's mishaps, she gently imparts The Blessing on him through spoken word, meaningful touch, attachment of high value, portraying a special future, and genuine commitment.
By the end of the book, Norbert knows he is loved, and that even if he wasnt the first pick for the team, he will always be chosen by his parents . . . and by God.
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beagleladyUSAAge: 55-65Gender: female5 Stars Out Of 5October 1, 2011beagleladyUSAAge: 55-65Gender: femaleQuality: 5Value: 5Meets Expectations: 5My brother is adopted so I grew up knowing it was a wonderful experience because I love my brother. It turns out that both of my children are adopted also, they are Korean born. My 29 year old daughter is a mom now to a 5 and 3 year old. I purchased the book for my grandkids so they parents can give them the blessing! I can hardly wait to give it to them when I visit in November for a birthday.
CAChristianAge: 35-44Gender: female5 Stars Out Of 5June 14, 2011CAChristianAge: 35-44Gender: femaleI love this book!!! So does my child...a must have for all parents.
Jenny RoseDallas, TXAge: 35-44Gender: female4 Stars Out Of 5Cute encouraging book for kidsApril 9, 2011Jenny RoseDallas, TXAge: 35-44Gender: femaleQuality: 5Value: 5Meets Expectations: 4I'd Choose You by John Trent is an illustrated story that can both show parents how to encourage their children as well as remind children that everyone can have their bad days—even when you get to ride a roller coaster to school.
Nothing is going right for Norbert the elephant from sitting by himself on the ride to school to Heidi the hippo falling in his mashed potatoes and being left out of the ball game. After school, his mother informs him that even though he thinks there are lots of kids at his school that are better than he is, she would choose him out of them all.
This is a fun story with lively illustrations that can be a useful tool for parents as well as an entertaining book for kids. We all need reminders from time to time on how to encourage our kids (and each other) in different ways. I wish Trent had come up with a different ending, however. Ending the book with Heidi the hippo waiting outside I think was a little inappropriate for the overall tone of the book. I would still recommend this book.
I received this book free from the publisher in order to read and give an honest review.
The Phantom ParagrapherTauranga, New ZealandAge: 18-24Gender: female5 Stars Out Of 5February 25, 2011The Phantom ParagrapherTauranga, New ZealandAge: 18-24Gender: femaleQuality: 5Value: 5Meets Expectations: 5Review: I'd Choose You - John Trent - May 2011
As a child throughout school, if you don't exactly fit into what others expect it can be quite difficult, as I was never very good at sports or art so nobody picked me to be on their team till last which by then it meant that they had to have you on their team as nobody was left, you know the order they call it - the real sporty ones go first, then the average ones and then left as stragglers are the non-athletes- the ones left behind.
"The Lord your God has chosen you out of all the peoples on the face of the earth to be his people, his prized possession " Deuteronomy 7v6
Poor Norbet has had the worst day ever , and feels like he is unloved and nobody wants him, can Norbet's mother show him that he is the most special thing in the world to her and that God wants Norbert just the way he is and wouldn't have him any other way.
A story that is bound to put a smile on every child who has ever had a bad day whether it be at school for one reason or another -on their faces.
Everyone knows what it's like to have a bad day. And when Norbert comes home from school, he has had a really bad day. As he and his mother talk through the day's mishaps, she gently imparts The Blessing on him through spoken word, meaningful touch, attachment of high value, portraying a special future, and genuine commitment.
By the end of the book, Norbert knows he is loved, and that even if he wasn't the first pick for the team, he will always be chosen by his parents . . . and by God.


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As writer and performer, Adelaide Mestre mines the autobiographic material of her childhood and family history, chronicling the trials and tribulations of growing up in an eccentric family among artists and over the top personalities.
Her latest solo-show, Top Drawer: Stories of Dysfunction and Redemption from Park Avenue to Havana, begins on Manhattan's Upper East Side and follows a fractured journey to Havana to seek out her deceased father's cherished piano, left behind when her family fled in 1960. The show takes place in both the past and present, as the audience follows her on her quest to reclaim her family's heritage. In flashbacks, she chronicles her life growing up with her mother, a thrice married, opera-singing socialite with impossible top-drawer standards and , and her father, a gay, Cuban, manic-depressive concert pianist. In story and song, she shares about her parents doomed love affair, her father's struggle with his homosexuality, and his eventual tragic suicide. On her journey, she learns of a famous speech her grandfather gave against Castro and recovers old recordings of her father playing the piano with an orchestra in Havana in 1954. With sentiment and humor she spins a tale of dysfunction and redemption and, ultimately shares the discovery that are can be a kind of alchemy that transmutes loss and abandonment into freedom.
Upcoming pefromances of Top Drawer:
East Hampton
- Tuesday, July 26th at 7 p.m.
- John Drew Theatre at Guild Hall
- 158 Main Street
- To order tickets: www.topdrawer.brownpapertickets.com
Back by popular demand - Top Drawer at The Triad!
- June 21st & 22nd at 7 p.m.
- The Triad
- 158 W. 72nd Street (2nd Fl.)
- To order online: www.triadnyc.com
- or purchase by phone at 1-888-596-1027


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Definición de awry en inglés:
adverbio& adjetivo
1Away from the usual or expected course; amiss: [as adverb]: many youthful romances go awry [as predicative adjective]: I got the impression that something was awry
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- Obviously little would need to go amiss for the financial plan to go awry.
- Of course, when things go awry we always single out and punish somebody, usually the coach.
- Some people whose expectations go awry never do get back on their feet.
amiss, wrong, not right
informal up
1.1Out of the normal or correct position; askew: [as predicative adjective]: he was hatless, his silver hair awry
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- Hair of an unruly curling black hung awry upon her crooked shoulders and cascaded to the waist.
- Her hair was badly done, her skirts were awry, her hands were red.
- But King George's smile was a bit awry tonight.
askew, crooked, lopsided, uneven, asymmetrical, to one side, off-centre, skewed, skew, misaligned;
Scottish agley, squint, thrawn
informal cock-eyed
British informal skew-whiff, wonky, squiffy
Palabras que riman con awryally, Altai, apply, assai, ay, aye, Baha'i, belie, bi, Bligh, buy, by, bye, bye-bye, chi, Chiangmai, Ciskei, comply, cry, Cy, Dai, defy, deny, Di, die, do-or-die, dry, Dubai, dye, espy, eye, fie, fly, forbye, fry, Frye, goodbye (US goodby), guy, hereby, hi, hie, high, I, imply, I-spy, July, kai, lie, lye, Mackay, misapply, my, nearby, nigh, Nye, outfly, passer-by, phi, pi, pie, ply, pry, psi, Qinghai, rai, rely, rocaille, rye, scry, serai, shanghai, shy, sigh, sky, Skye, sky-high, sly, spin-dry, spry, spy, sty, Sukhotai, supply, Tai, Thai, thereby, thigh, thy, tie, Transkei, try, tumble-dry, underlie, Versailles, Vi, vie, whereby, why, wry, Wye, xi, Xingtai, Yantai
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Opened in June 2011, the Carterville Heritage Museum is a beautifully renovated building showcasing architectural detail of the former 1924 area high school, hundreds of photo and memorabilia. It also serves as a gift shop, offering nostalgic custom-designed t-shirts, retro candy, gift baskets, a few antiques and popular hand-made cards made by community volunteers. It features books on the Tri-C community for sale, covering Cartervile, Cambria, & Crainville.
The library was named for Civil War veteran Robert B. Stinson, who left his estate for the establishment of a library. The building was the work of Walter B. Griffin, who designed it in a Frank Lloyd Wright style.
Provides a scenic riding trail for riding enjoyment. Two acres fenced in for horses, several electrical and water hook-ups. Located west of Grand Tower, the site overlooks the Mississippi River. Horse trails are open year 'round.
CITY:Grand Tower
Southern Illinois University McLeod Theatre
See an affordably priced play at this 500-seat theater that's the home base for the Southern Illinois University Carbondale Department of Theatre.
A brand new in a "fancy farm setting", offering soothing decor & pampering So IL style. 3 special gardens – butterfly (featuring a stunning bronze butterfly seating area), heirloom plantings, & seasonal. Close to SIU, shopping, & many area attractions.
The origin of Memorial Day can be traced to this cemetery, where in 1866 General John A. Logan organized the first post-Civil War service. More than 60 graves of Civil War soldiers are found here.
Golf the par 9 course at this country club.
Jackson County Historical Center
The museum has expanded, adding about 1,000 square feet to its headquarters building for more exhibit area. Included in its displays is a pump organ, a collection of early cameras, a display of Daniel Grocery Store items, and many textile items, military uniforms, 1850-era Chandler Printer Press and county courthouse records containing hundreds of files available for genealogy study.The museum also has an exhibit of women's vintage clothing ranging from 1865-1970s and continues to add exhibits.
Located between Marion and Carbondale, this 18-hole, semi-private par 70 course features lush zoysia fairways and a practice area with target greens. Crab Orchard made Golf Digest's 2008/09 "Best Places to Play" list.
Locally owned shop features collectibles, decorating and household items, greeting cards, gift items and extensive Christmas and holiday items.
Locally owned Motel with 20 rooms. Located near Crab Orchard Lake and optimal space for boat parking. Pub attached with live entertainment and drink specials each weekend. Get pizza from locally owned Italian Village at the pub.
Deep pan pizza, thin crust pizza, pasta, sandwiches and salads.
Oversize lobby with fireplace, beautiful, quiet location, expanded continental breakfast, pay per view movies. Free local calls, 800# access calls. 100% satisfaction guaranteed. Hilton Honors Bonus Program.
Serving fine Mexican cuisine.
Authentic Italian food and excellent pasta. Family oriented, dine in or carry out.
Global Gourmet is often described as a hospitable slice of the world nestled in downtown Carbondale. An eclectic and soothing atmosphere with a diverse menu that changes every day are just two attributes that make this restaurant so popular. The dining room serves ethnic inspired dishes, the bar is a casual imbibing spot, and the patio is a relaxing oasis.
The Train Inn features 4 rooms, they are called "Chicago, Memphis, New Orleans and Carbondale". The house is an Arts & Crafts Bungalow with a masterfully refinished interior and many antiques including a Mission Oak staircase.
West Walnut Street Historic District
Registered as a National Historic District in May 1975. 54 historic residences are located here. Some homes date to early 1850's, most are early 20th-Century. Homes are private residences and are not open to the public.
Down Home Country Cookin'. Homemade food for breakfast, lunch and Dinner.
Governor Shadrach Bond State Memorial
Notably, this is the burial site of the first Governor of Illinois and of U.S. Senator Elias Kent Kane, Illinois' first Secretary of State.
Randolph County Museum & Archives
Built in 1864, the museum is a repository for French-Colonial-era records and special exhibits. Next door, the Randolph County Courthouse offers a panoramic view of the Mississippi River Valley from a 5th-floor, glassed-in observation deck, a mini-museum in the Jail lobby, and a flag display in the courtyard.
Super 8 Worldwide - Carbondale
We guarantee the cleanest rooms in town. 25" TV with cable, including HBO and pay per view movies. Our beds are either Queen or King size and many rooms include a recliner. Life is great at Super 8 !
Located near a variety of shopping and eating establishments, including the University Mall. Also offers meeting space and staff with foreign language ability.
Praise the Lard Murphysboro Barbecue Cook-off
They come from miles around and from out of state for the fish fry, for the barbeque, for dancing and fun at this annual event, which is held at 17th & Pine Streets. For further information call, (618) 684-8902 and ask for Lisa or Becky or check out their web site for all information. http://www.17thstreetbarbecue.com
The present church is the original structure, built in 1860. Dedicated in 1861 as Evangelical Lutheran St. Paul's Church, it features a 50-ft.-tall steeple, pews made of native yellow poplar, and balconies that span the full length of the building on both sides of the stairway.
Specializing in Cannondale, Schwinn and Giant bicycles, also accessories and repairs to all makes.
This 34-acre park located next to the Big Muddy River includes a public boat ramp, picnic areas, ball fields, hiking trails, a pavilion, historic band shell and playground areas.
A collection of everything that sparkles - such as, Blenko, Cambridge, Carnival Glass, Fenton, Heisey & Fostoria Glass. Pottery - Hull, McCoy, & Roseville. Crockery,furniture, primitives and much more.
The memorial is located next to the Heritage Museum downtown. It features plaques citing the names of WWI and WWII Veterans on one side and other wars featured on the opposite side. In a fitting tribute, the Veterans Memorial in downtown Carterville was dedicated on 11-11-11, Veterans Day.
Sells shoes and Western clothing.
Renowned family restaurant, local favorite for breakfast, lunch specials and homemade pies.
Devil's Backbone/ Devil's Bake Oven
A ridge that runs parallel to the Mississippi River. Offers spectacular views, but with a steep ascent and descent (not an easy hike).
CITY:Grand Tower
The Wedding Garden & Event Center
Whether you're looking for an event venue or simply wish to be amazed, the Wedding Garden & Event Center is perfect for you! This gorgeous venue has both indoor and outdoor facilities, each carefully constructed to create a sensual atmosphere. While the garden is conveniently located in the commercial district, you would never know it based on the surroundings. It really is one of Carbondale's hidden gems!
Remodel and Renovations in 2000, convenient location in the heart of the city. Close to the SIU-C campus.
The Bluff's fine dining restaurant, Legends, offers the area's most gourmet cuisine, largest selection of fine wines and spirits, elegant atmosphere, and most spectacular service.
The Stone House Bed and Breakfast
A choice of three guest bedroom await you as well as a private sitting parlor with firesplace; two larges porches with Mississippi River view. Full breakfast served in formal dining room.
Established in 1921 Tom's offers an enchanting blend of fine dining with a reich, fascinating history. Crisp linen, fresh flowers & soft candelight create an atmosphere of comfortable elegance while enjoying any of the wonderful gourmet dishes.
CITY:De Soto
Quality collectible furniture from the 1940's through the 1970's is the specialty. Also, a variety of items, including glassware, china and collectible appliances.
Since 1971, Carbondale's largest dealer of bicycles, apparel, parts and repairs on all makes.
Prehistoric dwellers left their marks on the rock walls. Petroglyphs depict animals, humans, geometric figures, and crosses.
Live jazz bands on Sunday; Thursday and Saturday live local bands; DJ on Friday.
Looking to catch the big one? The Crappie Pro Shop has bait of all kinds including Bobby Garland baits. Take home a new rod and reel from the Crappie MaXX or Falcon line. This store carries most all your fishing needs including fish finder technology.
Whether you need accommodations for a business trip or are looking for warm and inviting lodging during a vacation, our new facility is a great place to stay. Relax in our spacious guest rooms that have features like a flat-screen television with cable, in addition to many other amenities. Ask about our rooms that have sofa sleepers and hot tubs. Connecting rooms can be requested. There is also an onsite coin-operated laundry facility.
The legendary Heritage Motel offers clean and quiet rooms at reasonable rates. The rooms are equipped with a fridge, microwave, free WiFi internet, and 75 channels of cable TV (with HBO) in every room, as well as an on-site laundry room. Deluxe rooms with kitchenettes and apartment suites are also available. Conveniently located just one block from a 24 hour grocery store, gas station, numerous restaurants, and one mile from the SIUC campus.
Southern Illinois' largest general interest used bookstore, with more than 50,000 titles. If you having trouble finding a long out-of-print or an obscure subject, chances are The Bookworm has it or can locate it. Located in the East Gate Shopping Center.
For more than 50 years Italian Village Pizza & Pasta has been a social gathering place for great food and fun in Carbondale. Thousands of locals, Salukis and area visitors have provided their autographs and notable memories on the walls of their main dining rooms. Enjoy delicious pizza, complimentary ice cream, and a full salad bar, all in the presence of good company!
Local antique store specializing in American art pottery. Also offers twentieth century glassware, dishes and much more.
Shawnee Trails Wilderness Outfitters
Outdoor equipment store, features climbing and rappel gear, packs, tents, sleeping bags, books, boots, outdoor and ski clothing, canoes and kayaks.
Located 1.7 miles west of Illinois Route 148 on Grassy Road just south of the Crab Orchard Wildlife Refuge. Waterfowl hunting on 960 acres. Guides available. One of the top three harvest clubs in the southern Illinois quota zone.
Stay at this Du Quoin Hotel offering " a small town touch with large city amenities" Located adjacent to the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds. The Fairgrounds Inn is situated in the heartland of Southern Illinois Illinois. Adjacent to Du Quoin State Fairgrounds with easy access to Southern Illinois University, Southern Illinois Center, Illinois State Police Headquarters and Sparta World Shooting Complex. The hotel's proximity to Pyramid State Park and Rend Lake make it an Ideal Spot for guests to enjoy a variety of outdoor actives.
CITY:Du Quoin
Situated in one of downtown Carbondale's oldest buildings, Cristaudo's Cafe and Bakery is definitely worth a stop! Treat your taste buds to the sweet flavor of their famous sugar cookies, or enjoy a delicious sandwich during lunch. And, if you give them enough notice, Cristaudo's will prepare vegan and gluten-free baked goods to your liking!
Known for its bottomless coffee, mouth-watering foods, and welcoming atmosphere, Harbaugh's Cafe' is one of Carbondale's most popular breakfast joints. While the menu includes unique dishes such as ranch potatoes, it encompasses all of the classic breakfast dishes too. Salads and sandwiches are also available after 11 a.m. If you're in a rush, no sweat! Harbaugh's will have you in-and-out faster than you can say "ranch potatoes"!
We offer an alcohol-free, family environment with speedy service and positive attitudes. Children and adults of all ages enjoy our large-scale model train display that is suspended from above and in full operation while they dine. So come in and enjoy some of the best homemade Pizza and Pasta dishes found in the area. Be sure to try our famous Double Decker Pizza & award-winning Italian beef subs and salads.
Southwestern Lakes Golf Course
This nine-hole golf course opened in 1967.
Through its delicious crepes, refreshing tea and unique atmosphere, Blend has made a name for itself as Carbondale's favorite hangout. Conveniently located close to the SIU Campus, Blend is the perfect spot for a quick lunch or long study session. With its sweet (or savory crepes) and a large selection of customizable drinks, perfect for everyone!
The focal point of this park is a monument dedicated to fallen soldiers from WWI, WWII, Korea, and Vietnam.
Mississippi River Museum & Interpretive Center
Grand Tower is a city rich in history that is inseparable from the history of the Mighty Mississippi River itself. To preserve the history and culture of life on the water dating back to the heyday of steamboats, the museum houses artifacts from this bygone era. For a step back in time and a glimpse of the life experiences along the Mighty Mississippi River, stop by this newly opened museum and explore.
CITY:Grand Tower
"The best American and Mexican cuisine in southern Illinois" serving steaks, ribs, quail, bbq, tacos and enchiladas.
Family restaurant, owned and operated by the Alongi family since 1933. Order pasta, pizza, steak or seafood.
CITY:Du Quoin
Carries a general line of antiques, specializes in furniture and clocks -- and if you're looking for a claw-foot bathtub, this is the place to visit! The shop offers restoration and stripping. Located in the City of Oraville, IL.
Vibrant, trendy and absolutely delicious are just three ways to describe Carbondale's premiere Thai restaurant. High ceilings, inviting windows and contemporary decor make the restaurant ravishing. Featuring an all-encompassing menu that includes both traditional and unique dishes, all offered at various levels of spiciness, Thai Taste has something for everyone.
Family style restaurant with dine in or carry out option. This restaurant features home cooked meals including pies made from scratch. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Daily lunch specials available.
Randolph County Conservation Area
Amid rolling hills and abundant game cover, this area is a hunter's paradise offering quail, deer (archery only), squirrel, dove, and rabbit hunting. Bass and channel catfish are found in its 69-acre lake. Equestrian trails, picnicking, and camping.
The Great Outdoors Company, Inc.
Unique gifts, art, home décor and apparel, with the largest selection of crocs in the Southern Illinois Area. Great shopping for the sporting, outdoor enthusiast and anyone looking for something unique. All this and their friendly staff make for a wonderful shopping experience. Also located at the World Shooting and Recreational Complex in Sparta.
breakfast included, non-smoking rooms available
Family dining, dine in or carryout. Buffet everyday and always different.
Weller florist has all your floral needs for weddings, funerals, or just any occasion. Professional designers are on staff to help you create the perfect piece for your home or occasion in silk or fresh flowers.
Pioneer's Cabin offers "A Taste Of The Good Old Days," with their homemade meals. They offer Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
This beautifully restored home has cobalt blue windows. Tours by appointment and open for special events.
Fabulous foods of the Pacific, including Chinese, Japanese, and Thai in a pleasant atmosphere with wonderful service.
Located in the heart of Carbondale's Town Square, Mo Wallace is one of the most beloved hole-in-the-wall stops in Southern Illinois. Feast on the mouth-watering selection of soul food and finger-lickin' barbecue, and enjoy the company of the friendly staff. This truly is one of Carbondale's culinary gems!
Randolph County State Recreational Area
96 sites, electricity available, dump station.
El Greco is a greasy spoon — said in the BEST way. This delicious joint makes some of the best gyros around. Locally-owned and operated, El Greco has become a staple in downtown Carbondale. Don't forget to try the fried mushrooms!
Francie's Inn, a Bed & Breakfast Inn where warmth and an inviting atmosphere await your arrival! DuQuoin's first "B&B", the Inn is the place for a perfect getaway vacation, a romantic adventure or business retreat. Over-night guests are served a full, hot breakfast in the beautiful, formal dining room.
CITY:Du Quoin
Country Settings Bed & Breakfast
This small town get away is perfect for your need to just get away and relax or to spend time with that special someone. Relax in the jetted tub or gaze at the stars on the spacious patio. Maybe enjoy a walk down the peaceful lane and let the sound of the country take you in.
CITY:Du Quoin
A gift shop that brings out the kid in you. Specializing in hand crafted gifts, doll clothes and doll accessories, inspirational signs and country decor. Doll clothes to fit the 18 inch and 14-15 inch dolls, like American Girl dolls. You can also stuff your own plush animal. Birthday parties are available.
Tequila Mexican Restaurant offers delicious Mexican food at a great price with fabulous, fast, and friendly service.
Hot Fish. Cold Beer! For the best in food, fun and atmosphere you've gotta get to Crazy Joe's!
The Ol' Farmhouse Cafe has wonderful food in a casual atmosphere, also on site is a small gift shop and bakery.
120 sites, electricity, dump station, showers, reservations.
Grumpy's Smokehouse BBQ started out with a love for BBQ and cooking which led to the creation of a successful catering business and a restaurant which opened in 2010.
Reids' Harvest House Smorgasbord serves good, home-style, traditional American food. Their 35-foot buffet line is packed with so many wonderful, mouth-watering dishes. At Reids' there are no gimmicks to attract attention, just good food and plenty of it.
Lollies Cafe offers different specials every day, and is best known for their all-you-can-eat blue gill Friday nights and all-you-can-eat fried chicken Sunday.
This annual Christmas celebration encompasses the entire downtown area of Carterville. Santa and his helpers will be on hand for photos. There will be hot chocolate and cookies, caroling, chili supper, gingerbread contest, festival of trees, Sugar Plum Dance Fairies, face painting, Candy Land Path, horse and carriage rides and much much more. This event is held in downtown Carterville.
Since 1934, Old Landmark Captain's Table has been offering great food, here are some of their delicious menu items: clam chowder, buffalo wings, fried calamari, burgers, homemade cole slaw and potato salad, and seafood and live music on the weekends.
Marcello's has a large selection of delicious pizzas made with only the freshest ingredients for a little taste of Italy.
Big Vic's offers delicious, smokey barbeque in a variety of meats, served with great sides.
Try a Moof Burger, or one of the other many delicious items on the menu, with a friendly and welcoming staff. Moof's is a great place to stop when in Chester, Illinois.
Getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life at the Wine Country Cottage. Just one mile away from Blue Sky Winery, we are located in the heart of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. Spend a couple days or a weekend exploring the award winning wineries, shops and restaurants along the Trail! The quaint cottage on 29 acres offers a private and serene getaway. Conveniently located 1.4 miles from Blue Sky Vineyards, 2.9 miles from Orlandini Vineyard, 3.9 miles from Owl Creek Vineyard and 5.8 miles from Starview Vineyards!
The Fred G. Harrison Annex at the Carterville Community Center is a large banquet facility that offers the renter options such as using a full kitchen or just renting one half of the banquet hall. Special events such as bridal showers, baby showers, and children's birthday parties, reunions and other events can be held here.
Through its eccentric decor and delicious desserts, Cafe Melange has become a local and regional favorite for gourmet cuisine. Guests can sit on the patio and enjoy the lively atmosphere of downtown Carbondale, or enjoy a quiet meal near the fireplace inside. Enjoy a stone baked pizza, avocado salmon wrap, or simply treat your taste buds to the decadent taste of their signature cheese cake.
This cabin is a great place to stay for families or couples on romantic getaway. The cabin property is quiet with large old trees surrounding it for privacy. The view from is beautiful and you can see for miles and miles. A great place to have your morning cup of coffee is the back deck were you can take in all the beauty of Southern Illinois. The deck has a table and chairs for you to enjoy and gas grill for your use. Just inside you will find the full kitchen stocked with all the necessities you may need on during your stay. The living room has a grand TV with just the local channels. We have some DVDs for you to watch or you may bring your own. There are 3 bedrooms all with luxury sheets and beautiful bedding. The smallest has a Full Tempur Pedic bed and the larger rooms each have a queen bed.
Shawnee Hills Wine Trail - Wine & Food Pairing Weekend
Shawnee Hills Wine Trail presents Fall on the Wine Trail: A progressive tour of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. Each of 12 unique wineries will present you a sample of a wine/food pairing! Tickets are $35/person - advanced purchase only.
CITY:Alto Pass
Scratch Brewing Company is a farmhouse brewery and restaurant located 5 miles from the Shawnee National Forest in Ava, Illinois. Named one of the top four breweries for foraged beer by Outside Magazine, and one of the most beautiful places to drink beer in the world by All About Beer Magazine, Scratch Brewing Company focuses on farmhouse beers and other styles brewed with home grown and locally farmed and foraged ingredients.
Midsummer Picnic Pairings, a Wine & Food Pairing Event
Join us for a Midsummer Celebration and enjoy delightful picnic style pairings with your favorite Shawnee Hills Wine Trail Wines. With summer in full force, a relaxing outdoor picnic is just what the doctor ordered. Grab a few friends and enjoy fresh, local foods of the season with award-winning reds, whites and rose's from your favorite wineries. How it Works: Pre-purchase your ticket online and select your starting point. The first winery that you visit will give you a souvenir wine glass and your tasting ticket. Bring your ticket to each location along the trail to enjoy your pairings. Leave your completed/stamped tasting ticket at the last winery visited to be entered for a chance to win a great prize from one of our associate members. We invite you to join us for a progressive tasting along the trail and enhance your appreciation and enjoyment of our wines paired with delicious samples.