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Charlie Foxtrot wrote: Has a terrorist ever been known to board a plane with their child?
Sage Francis wrote: Let me guess...that was written, performed and filmed prior to 2001.
TurnpikeGates wrote:
1. Bad things have happened on airplanes before.
2. Some security measures may prevent some bad things.
Any theoretical "security measure" is permissible at airports.
That is seriously the argument you are making.
Quote: I draw three lessons from this week's experience: The pat-down, while more effective than previous pat-downs, will not stop dedicated and clever terrorists from smuggling on board small weapons or explosives. When I served as a military policeman in an Israeli army prison, many of the prisoners "bangled" contraband up their asses. I know this not because I checked, but because eventually they told me this when I asked.
The second lesson is that the effectiveness of pat-downs does not matter very much, because the obvious goal of the TSA is to make the pat-down embarrassing enough for the average passenger that the vast majority of people will choose high-tech humiliation over the low-tech ball check.
The third lesson remains constant: By the time terrorist plotters make it to the airport, it is, generally speaking, too late to stop them. Plots must be broken up long before the plotters reach the target. If they are smart enough to make it to the airport without arrest, it is almost axiomatically true that they will be smart enough to figure out a way to bring weapons aboard a plane.
Raoul DeGroot wrote: TurnpikeGates wrote:
1. Bad things have happened on airplanes before.
2. Some security measures may prevent some bad things.
Any theoretical "security measure" is permissible at airports.
That is seriously the argument you are making.
Not really.
1. Bad things happening to airplanes have been highly rewarding to certain interest groups.
2. Some security measures reduce the relative rewards of those bad things compared to the cost.
Some reasonable, logically effective, "security measures" are permissible at airports.
Further practical evidence of their effectiveness needs to be offered and refuted before significant changes should be made to something that's considered reasonable to 80% of the population.
Unless you think 80% of the population are dummies and need your expert guidance as to what they can and cannot abide.
Maybe they are dummies! I can see some truth in that. Tell me how consensus is inevitably manufactured.
Raoul DeGroot wrote: I've always thought that the best airport security can hope to be is a coarse filter and deterrent for the majority of numbskulls who may get the idea to fuck around on the airplizzle, but would be an order of magnitude less effective on people with the intellectual and material resources to sustain a insurgent cell in the US for long enough to make a credible attempt at hijacking or bombing.
Once you hit that minority of the minority, most bets are off. But let's face it - in order to be a religious or political zealot you have to be pretty fucking weird. And it's not easy for a weird person to go undetected for long enough to put something together.
The most effective work is done before creeper gets to an airport, but that's also the scariest place for our own government creepers to be operating. Don't you think?
TurnpikeGates wrote: Are you saying that because we have security theater in place, it becomes more costly to pull off a terrorist attack, and a successful one is less likely to lead to fear in the first-world population and the resultant support for foreign military misadventures? Is that your basic argument?


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Before Safari, browsers were an afterthought. Something you put up with if you wanted to surf the internet. One browser looked and felt just like another, so you chose the one that worked the best and crashed the least. They were ugly, cluttered affairs, whose interfaces competed for your attention and made browsing â" the very purpose for which they were created â" more difficult. Safari changes all that.
Safari is designed to emphasize the browsing, not the browser. The browser frame is a single pixel wide. You see a scroll bar only when needed. By default, thereâs no status bar. Instead, a progress gear turns as your page loads. And if you so choose, you can hide almost the entire interface, removing virtually every distraction from the browser window. A great browser should get out of your way and let you simply enjoy the web. Safari does just that. And it does it regardless of platform.
The first browser to deliver the ârealâ internet to a mobile device, Safari renders pages on iPhone and iPod touch just as you see them on your computer. But this is more than just a scaled down mobile-version of the original. It takes advantage of the technologies built into these multi-touch devices. The page shifts and reformats to fill the window when you turn it on its side. You zoom in just by pinching and extending your fingers. Of course, no matter how you access it, Safari is always blazing fast and easy-to-use.
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I like Safari but I'm still hooked on Chrome. I like the little things that Safari does like the "Reader" application, but that doesn't persuade me to leave Chrome because I've been using "Instapaper Text" for a long time now. I guess a browser is just based of what you want out of it.
Love its look, it's elegant. Fastest browser for mac. Becomes more powerful with GLims, Safari Adblocker, and Safari Cookies installed. No crashes.
This app is GREAT!
Safari 5 is the best browser out there for mac. READER is just awesome...
ça serait bien de parler en français aussi non?
Best Browser for Mac but for Windows is Mozzila's Firefox.
Simply excellent
Safari 4 is nice and fast on my new MacBook Pro. The new features are awesome. Startup time is really snappy which is a big plus. Haven't run memory comparisons yet with Firefox, Camino.
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LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - Police are looking for a man they say led them on a chase through three counties on Interstate 75 Thursday night.
Police say the chase began around Richmond, when they tried to pull over a man in a truck for speeding.
"One of our deputies was going down the interstate, going to a call," Madison County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Michael Marcum said. "He (the suspect) was around the 86 mile marker.. passed our deputy at a high rate of speed."
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"He just continued straight on and refused to stop," Marcum said. "I think at one point he was reckless because one of the units tried to come around, and he kept them from coming around."
Around mile marker 49, north of London, police say they placed a spike strip across the road, in an effort to stop the truck.
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Kentucky State Police brought in K9 units and thermal image cameras, to help in the search. As of 11:30 p.m. Thursday, they had not been able to find the suspect.
Police describe the suspect as a white man with a shaved head and a goatee. He was last seen wearing blue jeans and a green jacket.


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Hungary's Ruling Party Rejects OECD's Pensions Advice
Hungary's governing Fidesz party called on the government to resist any pressure to deepen its austerity measures after the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development suggested the country's pensions should be liable to income tax.
Pensions have become a particular focus for the governing Fidesz party in the run-up to the country's 2014 general election.
Hungary's demographic trends are in line with Western Europe where those in work are being steadily overtaken by a growing retired population. That trend has been aggravated in Hungary by a very low birth rate and the high proportion of working-age people seeking jobs abroad.
Winning over pensioners would give the Fidesz party a significant voter base and increase its chances of repeating its 2010 landslide victory.
"There won't be any tax on pensions," Fidesz spokeswoman Gabriella Selmeczi said Sunday, adding that the OECD's comment was one of several dangerous attacks on the country by foreign institutions.
In its report named 'Economic Policy Reforms 2013: Going for Growth,' the OECD has reignited Hungary's long-smoldering pensions debate.
The country's opposition MSZP party pointed out that the government partly taxed pensions just by calling them funds, and former Prime Minister Gordon Bajnai noted that the Fidesz-led government channeled mandatory private pension fund assets into state coffers in a 2010 move.
The OECD recommended indexing the statutory retirement against Hungary's increasing life expectancy while halting early retirement for women.
A system that allows women to retire after 40 years at work provoked a lively debate last year. Its critics said the rule flew in the face of sexual equality. Meantime, the current retirement age of 62 will rise to 65 by 2022 in the crisis-struck European Union country.
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In other Thibodaux City Council action: Dec. 19, 2012
Published: Wednesday, December 19, 2012 at 9:46 a.m.
Last Modified: Wednesday, December 19, 2012 at 9:46 a.m.
The following is a rundown of action taken by the Thibodaux City Council Tuesday night. All members were present and all votes were unanimous.
Action: Changed the date of the first meeting of 2013 to Jan. 3.
Action: Authorized the mayor to submit a grant application to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for an aviation maintenance grant.
Action: Authorized the mayor to sign a contract with Foret Contracting Group for grass cutting and debris removal services.
Action: Declared certain city property surplus.
Action: Authorized the mayor to contract auditing services for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program to Stagni and Co.
Action: Adopted a resolution of substantial completion for the Sewer and Plantation Road Project and sidewalk and drainage improvements on St. Charles Street, Martin Luther King Drive, Cardinal Drive and South Barbier Avenue.
Action: Appointed Councilman Chip Badeaux as council president and Councilman Chad Mire as council vice-president for 2013.
Action: Authorized a cooperative endeavor agreement with the Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office for the Children's Advocacy Center of Lafourche.
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Have a great time!
hey Folks,
I have a date with a gorgeous 23 year old girl tonight, I may so many fragrances but I've narrowed my choice down to several of my favorites. What should I wear to make a great Impression?
Green Irish Tweed
La Nuit Homme
Prada Amber
Bvlgari Soir
best wishes,
La Nuit
Have a great time!
green irish tweed or la nuit
Prada Amber.
GIT is too Cool Water-ish. A little too close to being "one of the crowd."
La Nuit will make it seem like you are trying too hard. I guess if you're a college frat boy it might be a good option.
Geir - well, you'll smell like you spilled fabric softener all over yourself. Clean is good and all, but wearing Geir will give her the impression that you are a little OCD about your laundry, and should you ever be forced to cancel plans in the future she'll no doubt think you had some kind of laundry emergency.
Bulgari Soir - hmm, actually, this is a nice low key choice, too. I just feel that Prada Amber is more quietly elegant and distinguished.
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la nuit w/o a doubt....ladies that age love it
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Chicks dig self-assuredness, not scents, so wear what you feel most confident in.
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"It's not what you look like when you're doing what you're doing; it's what you're doing when you're doing what you look like you're doing."
Upon further reflection I've realized that you should wear something really polarizing like say, Kouros, Yatagan, or Salvador Dali PH.
This will weed out any woman whose olfactory appreciation abilities are substandard and thus not worthy of dating. It will save you a lot of pain and frustration in the long run. You'll thank me someday.
PS - No less than 4 sprays.
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I would go with Bulgari PH Soir.....good luck.
And remember: "No" means "go!"
dude im begging you, go with La Nuit de L'homme. Trust me
A condom........just kidding La Nuit de L'homme
Habit Rouge
Oh phooey to the date , just sit in by your computer and ask a bunch of strangers to make your mind up for you
Ooh, from a woman's prospective, Green Irish Tweed - it's so addictive and gorgeous.....if I smell this one on a man, I swoon.
Petty small minded people have no place in my life.
La Nuit de L'homme. I already posted it here. But i just want to reitterate. This is a golden opportunity to leave a great impression. Choose La Nuit de L'homme
Wear self assurance & confidence. Its a clear winner.
Good luck
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Out of the blue, your post made me think of the old English Leather ad: "All my men wear English Leather or nothing at all." Good luck on your date!
Where are/did you go also makes a difference.
I'd go with LNDL or Prada.
I guess I'm one of the few who isn't impressed with La Nuit or GIT. Hopefully by the end of the night you'll be wearing what she was!
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U.S. Wind Energy Industry Installed Nearly 10,000 MW in 2009
February 10, 2010
Wind energy capacity expanded both nationally and globally in 2009, with U.S. growth outpaced by China.
The U.S. wind industry installed nearly 10,000 megawatts (MW) of new wind turbines in 2009, increasing its generating capacity by 39%, according to the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA). The industry group credited the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act for the record-breaking year, which topped 2008 by nearly 19%. AWEA's fourth quarter report, released on January 26, places wind power neck-and-neck with natural gas as the leading source of new electricity generation for the country. Together, the two account for about 80% of the new capacity added in the country last year. The new wind capacity is enough to serve more than 2.4 million homes.
With 4,041 MW completed, the fourth quarter was the strongest in the year but still lower than the fourth quarter of 2008. Overall, the 9,922 MW installed in 2009 brought the total wind power generating capacity in the United States to more than 35,000 MW. Texas strengthened its position as the top state for wind power by installing the most wind capacity in 2009, at 2,292 MW, but Indiana, a relative newcomer, followed in second place by installing 905 MW of wind power. Indiana also featured the largest wind project of the year, the 600-MW Fowler Ridge Wind Farm. See the AWEA press release and the AWEA 2009 report (PDF 842 KB). Download Adobe Reader.
Globally, wind power capacity grew by 31% in 2009, adding 37.5 gigawatts (GW), according to the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC). China added a third of the additions, growing from 12.1 GW in 2008 to 25.1 GW in 2009. That's an increase of 13 GW, about 31% greater than the wind capacity growth in the United States. The fast pace landed China in third place for total installed wind capacity, falling just behind Germany, but still about 10 GW behind the United States. Overall, the main markets driving worldwide growth continue to be Asia, North America, and Europe, each of which installed more than 10 GW of new wind capacity in 2009. See the GWEC press release and supporting tables (PDF 2.1 MB). Download Adobe Reader.


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VAIL - Calder Cahill is closer to the Cave.
The Vail native is campaigning for a spot in this year's Major League Baseball Fan Cave.
Thousands entered.
Fifty-two made the cut.
Thirty of those are headed to Spring Training for a series of interactive challenges and interviews, and Cahill is one of them. If he does well enough there, he gets to be one the Cave Dwellers.
The 30 finalists are an eclectic group and include recent college graduates, journalists, bloggers, comedians, musicians, a chef, an announcer for a college Quidditch league, and a former reality show winner.
After next week's Spring Training trip, MLB will select the final group of "Cave Dwellers," in New York City's Greenwich Village. They'll begin the season in the MLB Fan Cave with the goal of watching all 2,430 MLB games while chronicling their experiences online through videos, blogs, and social media.
During the season they'll be kicked out of the cave, with the winner crowned before the end of the World Series.
In 2012, nine Cave Dwellers started the season in the MLB Fan Cave. Giants fan Ashley Chavez was the winner.
Cahill is the only entry from Colorado.
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DARTMOUTH — Short-time resident and retiree Patrick Curran entered the race for the open Select Board seat soon to be vacated by outgoing member Joseph L. Michaud.
Curran, who has lived in town for about a year, took out papers Tuesday morning, according to the Town Clerk's Office.
A former New Mexico magistrate, Curran said he moved to Dartmouth to be closer to his daughter, a professor at UMass Dartmouth, and to find better health-care services for his wife, after living in the Southwest for more than 20 years.
Curran, 82, will face former Select Board member and state Rep. John George Jr. in the race, which is still open to newcomers until February.
In New Mexico, "I was approached to run on the basis of having no ties to any factions or families and I ran and I won," Curran said. "Coming from outside, you can look at stuff that you can't see inside."
Asked about pressing town issues, Curran said street lighting concerned him because it can be difficult for seniors to walk at night. He said he is also in favor of the South Coast Rail project and would be preparing further statements on his positions in the near future.
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Each night that Martin Sexton is on stage, he performs what amounts to musical gymnastics with his soulful voice. It's the ultimate instrument that can't be replicated, and it commands the every person's full attention. It's not surprising then that Sexton himself views his songs as "a set of monkey bars," he said.
"And I play on them differently every night," Sexton continued. "That keeps it fun for me, and hopefully for the audience."
Sexton performs at Agave in Avon tonight. Tickets are $22 and available at the door.
"Martin possesses one of the great voices of my generation," said Crawford Byers of Rocky Mountain Entertainment, who booked the show. "He's got amazing range and is a dynamic performer. I haven't been able to land a date with him in Vail since he last visited during the Club 8150 days, so I'm very excited to have the chance to bring him back this winter."
Sexton uses his voice for more than just singing. He's not afraid to speak his mind about the things happening in America right now that frighten him, like how divided the country has become when it comes to politics.
"A divided body is easily manipulated and controlled," he said. "A unified body is strong and a force to reckoned with. So I'm trying to remember we are all 99.9 percent the same, and I feel music is a powerful unifying force. While we are all busy squabbling with each other, our corporately controlled government is passing laws that diminish our ability to fight back, (like with) the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), the Patriot Act, etcetera."
Sexton believes in the America he learned about in school as a child: "The good guys, the heroes, the enemies of tyranny.
Instead, "we've become a country that can torture or assassinate, arrest or detain, without due process of law. So at the end of the day, if you are a gun lover, gun hater, straight or gay, black or white, we are all going to be in the paddy wagon together. I don't want to wait until we are at that point to realize that we are on the same team."
But that doesn't mean you'll find Sexton preaching from the stage tonight. At his shows he focuses on bringing folks from different walks of life together, "to sing in harmony."
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Born into a distinguished family in Aachen (then ruled by Prussia but formerly Aix-la-Chapelle, France), Frances ran the household after her mother's death and established a reputation for generosity to the poor. In 1844 she became a Secular Franciscan. The next year she and four companions established a religious community devoted to caring for the poor. In 1851 the Sisters of the Poor of St. Francis (a variant of the original name) were approved by the local bishop; the community soon spread. The first U.S. foundation was made in 1858.
Mother Frances visited the United States in 1863 and helped her sisters nurse soldiers wounded in the Civil War. She visited the United States again in 1868. When Philip Hoever was establishing the Brothers of the Poor of St. Francis, she encouraged him.
When Mother Frances died, there were 2,500 members of her community worldwide. They are still engaged in operating hospitals and homes for the aged. Mother Mary Frances was beatified in 1974.
She continued: "If we do this faithfully and zealously, we will experience the truth of the words of our father St. Francis who says that love lightens all difficulties and sweetens all bitterness. We will likewise partake of the blessing which St. Francis promised to all his children, both present and future, after having admonished them to love one another even as he had loved them and continues to love them."


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Take a look at http://culturedcode.com/things/blog/2009/08/welcome-bartek-welcome-igtd-users.html
Not the prettiest, but fast and responsive. Extremely useful quick entry, and the iCal integration together with the Today app makes for a great combo.
It does not work for me. The iGTD.sql error comes up and nothing works. Contexts cannot even be created. I am using Leopard.
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I've tried iGTD but found it fussy and time consuming, not to mention pretty ugly. Have since been using Things, which I'd highly recommend.
I've been using iGTD for several months, and have used it consistently as soon as I got it to sync ok with my .mac account - even to my iPhone via iPhone IGTD. I don't sync it to iCal, though - that seems to corrupt my calendar. It isn't perfect, but I've found it a good fit with my GTD system. I hoping for realms and better iPhone compatibility in the upcoming new version.
After reading the GTD book, I immediately began a search for a Mac app to implement the methodology. I was initially taken with Midnight Beep's Inbox. Talk about a good looking app (Ditto for Cultured Code's "Things".) Although Inbox doesn't have the same beauty under the hood. I then tried iGTD and was immediately enjoying how easy it is to implement "GTD." The developer seems to update and fix bugs/issues on a weekly basis. So far, a very impressive program that gets better all the time.
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Years ago, someone suggested to me that one of the keys to a happy life was to bring only loving and caring people of good character into my life. I haven't always followed that advice (to my detriment), but I have jettisoned a number of relationships that failed to meet those criteria and am happier for it.
So may I suggest that before entering any new relationship, whether it's a romantic interest or a new ski buddy, first ask yourself, "Does this person mean me well?"
If you cannot answer with an unequivocal yes, it may be time to move on.
Most of us are aware of the issues we face as a society. But how often do we ask ourselves what we've done personally to address them?
It behooves each of us to take a good look at ourselves every now and again to see if in the past five, 10 (or even 20) years we've significantly altered our views on politics, religion, social issues and even
Courage is exemplified in a multitude of ways. And one of them is expressing our real feelings. Too often we suppress our feelings in order to keep peace with others. Consequently, we settle for a less than authentic existence.
While it may be uncomfortable at first, speaking honestly and candidly is, in the end, liberating. And if it costs a friendship, then you were probably better off without that friend in the first place.
Try having a meaningful conversation with someone 10 to 20 years outside of your age bracket. Better yet, have that conversation with someone of a different race, a recent immigrant or anyone whose life position differs significantly from your own. You might be surprised at what you learn.
Do we work too hard? I'm not aware of anyone who has ever said, "I wish I had worked another day" while on their deathbed. How often do we miss our children's youth or our partner's companionship because we needed to get that last item taken care of before we leave work for the day? Stopping to smell the roses never hurt anyone.
To find out how open minded you really are, try this imaginative process: Take a social or political position that is a polar opposite from your own and then formulate it so that its proponents would be satisfied with the way you have stated it. Then, and only then, try to refute it with reason, logic and facts rather than rhetoric, emotion or name-calling.
Here's another interesting exercise. Ask yourself, "What are my proximate goals in life?" Then ask, "What are my ultimate goals in life?" This simple exercise will help you ascertain whether or not your proximate goals are leading you towards or away from your ultimate goals.
o A long-time friend of mine recently emailed to tell me that he is not going to miss another reunion of any type. Be it high school, his college fraternity or his former military service unit, my friend won't allow an opportunity to reunite with old friends to pass.
He ends all his emails with, "Take a look at your birth certificate. Tomorrow is promised to no one." There's much wisdom in those words.
o Often we don't realize the full benefits of old friends until it's too late (for them or us). We tend to become so caught up in their own lives that we allow golden friendships to slip by over the years.
o To gain a measure of your moral compass, try this simple exercise. The next time you hear a news story that appalls or outrages you, take a moment and ask yourself how and under what circumstances might you react differently.
o Are we living the life and doing the things we want to do? A common deathbed refrain is "I wish I had the courage to live a life true to myself not the life others expected of me."
When people realize their life is almost over and look back on it, it's easy to see how many dreams have gone unfulfilled. Remember this.
From the moment you lose your health, it's already too late. Health brings a freedom very few (especially the young) realize, until they no longer have it.
o True success means having: 1) Peace of mind, i.e., freedom from fear, freedom from anger and freedom from guilt. 2) Good health and a high level of energy. 3) Long-term, intimate and mature relationships with other people. 4) Enough money that we do not worry about it. 5) A commitment to worthy goals and ideals. 6) A feeling of personal fulfillment and self-actualization.
Quote of the day: "My idea of Christmas, whether old-fashioned or modern, is very simple: loving others. Come to think of it, why do we have to wait for Christmas to do that?" Bob Hope
Butch Mazzuca, of Edwards, writes regularly for the Vail Daily. He can be reached at email@example.com.


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Teen released in Columbia shooting arrested in KC
James T. Miller arrested on Saturday
A Columbia teen who was recently acquitted by a jury in a connection with a 2012 shooting at a Chuck E. Cheese restaurant now faces two new felony charges related to an armed robbery of a Kansas City cellphone store.
The Columbia Daily Tribune reported that 17-year-old James T. Miller was arrested Saturday, eight days after a Boone County jury found him not guilty of firing a .45-caliber handgun at the restaurant full of children.
Miller spent nearly 13 months in the Boone County Jail awaiting trial in the Columbia case. He remained in the Jackson County Detention Center late Tuesday on a cash-only bond of $150,000.
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No shot, no job
Some employers require protection against the flu
January 16, 2013
As cases of influenza continue to spread at the fastest rate in nearly a decade, hospitals around the country are buckling down on safety precautions, with some hospitals going so far as to mandate......
I can't even take the flu vaccine talk anymore. I can't figure out why Americans can be some of the most intelligent people in the world yet can't seem to think for themelves. I am seeing a lot on the news and on facebook posts about our NEED to get vaccinated. I'm not sure if you are seeing what is going on here folks. This year is the HIGHEST vaccination rate that we have EVER had and MORE people got the flu vaccine this year than any other year!! Did the incidence of flu go down?? NO!!! It has gone up!! So what is our answer.... more flu vaccine?? A booster??? What the*****is wrong with our healthcare..cough..cough.. I mean SICK CARE system?? Health, flu prevention, wellness comes from within. We don't get sick because we are attacked by viral and bacterial tissue, we get sick because we are not properly prepared to handle it!! Want to prevent it? Eat right! Exercise! Quit smoking! Limit your alcohol intake! Take some good vitamins! SLEEP!! AND Get Adjusted!! Is it weird that the
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People that do patient care should get the flu shot as you can actually be contagious a day or so before before you have full blown symptoms. Why take the chance of making someone else sick when you are in the medical profession? Prevention is a big part of healthcare. No one should have to tell you to do the obvious.
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I am a nurse, have been since 1993. My opinion, no shot, no work. The protection of the public outweigh the individual right (IMO). Even at 62%, that's better than zero percent.
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You're right, psulion, I'm sorry, I allowed things like facts and science to get in the way of what somebody who is trying to sell you something told you on television. My bad. But by all means, on no account should you listen to doctors or immunologists who have devoted their lives to understanding how these things work. You're obviously right because you say you're right. I feel silly not recognizing that...
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Holy moly Munster! I finally agree with you on something lol.
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Ignorance is bliss Wittynickname
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Surely the ACLU has a call coming...
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Don't believe a word you read on that quack Mercola's website. He's been ordered no less than three times in the last seven years by the FDA to stop making "illegal claims" regarding the so-called "cures" he offers on his website. It's people like Mercola, NVIC, and Jenny McCarthy who have riled up easily misled people with half-truths and outright lies.
People have got to understand that part of the reason that we are seeing a rise in preventable disease (flu, whooping cough, etc) is exactly because of a dip in vaccinations. A misguided attempt to follow a celebrity quack on the Dr. Oz show is going to cost somebody their life, and it's entirely preventable. Get the shot.
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Get the FACTS folks. Flu shots are filled with TOXINS and the CDC will say post flu season that the shot was not effective. The only thing the shots do is fill the pockets of the drug companies and you with toxins. There are other options out there including the flu nosode, getting adjusted and how about taking care of yourself. Eat right, exercise and get enough rest. Don't fall into the trap of the media and false information. Educate yourself. NVIC**** and Mercola**** have a wealth of info on why not to get a flu shot.
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On March 2, the Vail Public Safety Communications Center advised Eagle County Sheriff deputies of a domestic dispute on U.S. Highway 131. A female caller stated that she was thrown out of the car, a "few miles" north of Wolcott. She also advised that the man in the car was heading northbound on Highway 131. The couple's two children were in the car with him.
The Vail Public Safety Communications Center then received a phone call from the man. He advised them that he had a firearm in the vehicle. He also informed them that he had unloaded it and had no intention of using it. He said he wanted to have a deputy meet him at his residence in Yampa since deputies were unable to contact him within Eagle County. The officers requested assistance from the Routt County Sheriff's Office.
The Routt County Sheriff's Office made contact with the suspect in Yampa and arrested him. The children were unharmed and placed under the protected care of the Routt County Sheriff's Office until their mother was reunited with them.
Dax Crowley, age 28, was transported and booked into the Eagle County Detention Facility on two counts of child abuse, a Class 2 misdemeanor, reckless endangerment, a Class 3 misdemeanor, third degree assault, a Class 1 misdemeanor, and domestic violence.
A man called deputies Feb. 12 and said his 20-year-old daughter was missing after she had a fight with her husband.
Officers interviewed people who knew the woman and determined she left her apartment to get away from her husband while he was drunk. She did not have a cell phone and no one knew exactly where she went.
While the deputies talked to the husband, who still exhibited signs of intoxication, he became agitated and acted in a threatening manner. He was arrested for menacing and obstructing a police officer.
Deputies eventually got in touch with the woman, who said she and her son were OK and had not been harmed by her husband.
A deputy stopped a car for speeding in Eagle-Vail Feb. 12.
The officer immediately noticed that the 55-year-old man appeared to be intoxicated. His eyes were bloodshot and watery, and his breath smelled heavily of alcohol.
The man denied that he'd been drinking. The deputy asked if he was sure, since he smelled alcohol. Then the man said he had a beer with dinner.
The officer asked the man to get out of the car and saw a bottle of peppermint schnapps inside the vehicle. The man agreed to perform voluntary roadside sobriety tests but stopped partway through, refusing to finish. He refused a chemical test as well and his license was automatically confiscated for a year.
The man was jailed for driving under the influence of alcohol and speeding.
A deputy stopped a truck in Gypsum on Feb. 13 when he saw that the windows were tinted too darkly. The officer also recognized the 20-year-old driver from several previous contacts.
The officer measured the window tint and confirmed it was tinted illegally. He saw the driver talking on the phone and asked him why he was making the call. The man said he told his parents he was going to jail because he didn't have a driver license, which had been revoked for a DUI in 2010.
The deputy confirmed the man's status and arrested the teen for driving under restraint, driving without insurance and illegally tinted windows.
A deputy stopped a truck in Eagle for defective license plate lamps on Feb. 14.
The 28-year-old driver smelled of alcohol and said he was going home after playing music in Vail. He agreed to perform voluntary roadside sobriety tests and failed.
The man was arrested for further investigation of DUI. His music equipment was loaded into the cab of the truck and locked. The female passenger was given a ride home.
The officer told the man that he suspected him of being on drugs and he would be required to take a blood test or automatically lose his license for one year. The man had been agreeable to a breath test but refused the blood test several times.
He was cited for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol or both, and for the defective tail light, then released to a sober person.
On Feb. 16, a man called deputies from Vail Mountain and said his iPhone worth $500 was stolen that morning.
He said he must have dropped it near the bus stop in Eagle-Vail where someone picked it up. He activated his phone's tracking device and monitored the phone through the day as it traveled all over Avon.
The deputy started tracking the phone and followed it to a restaurant, where the tracking signal was lost, implying the phone had been turned off. Two vans belonging to the same cleaning company were parked outside the restaurant. Another deputy said she saw one of the vans stopped in the road that morning and it looked like the driver was picking up something.
The officers contacted the two van drivers and both denied having the stolen phone. After more intense questioning, one of the men said he had the phone and didn't know why he denied it earlier. The deputy said an honest person would have turned it in without skipping a beat. The 44-year-old man was arrested for theft.


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Summertime seems to have suddenly arrived in Nolita and we don't think there are enough words to describe how thrilled we are!
Finally, we can do without the layers, embrace the florals, put to use those sandals we just picked up last week hoping that we could have used them then (though the rain seemed to have had other plans!) and get back to wearing anything but BLACK!
A Summertime Must-Have that we love: the crossbody!
Without all the extra things one needs to stay warm and the fact that when it's hot the last thing you really want to do is carry more than what you actually need, it's the perfect bag.
The Lobos crossbody in Natural Sunburst is a keeper… more of a medium-sized bag than small, it's literally the perfect bag for those of you who are just stepping out of the realm of "big bags only".
We love the soft and supple leather, almost nude though it has a hint of "something else". (Not your average neautral!) Oh and lets not forget the chain detailing which adds a touch of "downtown" to this everyday boho chic style!
With the perfect bag, you'll be ready for the perfect day of strolling through Nolita!
Some of our favorite neighborhood spots to hit during the Summer:
The Prince Street Market – Between Mott and Mulberry Street – we love scouring the jewelry stalls here by local designers such as Astrid Schumacher!
The Little Cupcake Bakeshop – On the corner of Prince and Mott Street – They have the perfect iced-coffee to keep you going!
Coclico – On Mott Street between Prince and Houston – One of the best boutiques in the neighborhood – their assortment of summer dresses is kind of crazy, which is why we love them!
Bit & Piece – On Mott Street between Prince and Houston – On a budget but still wanna dress to the nines? Stop by Bit and Piece for everything from your everyday basics to the perfect bikini!
Cafe Habana – On the corner of Elizabeth and Prince – One of the best Mexican restaurants in New York, which also happens to be right around the corner from us. We're addicted to their corn and the fish sandwich, so good! Dine any time though we recommend avoiding brunch hours during the weekend, unless you don't mind a long wait.
There's so much to discover in Nolita – we'll be updating this list and sharing more of our favorite Summer Must-Haves soon.
Shop online or stop by our Nolita boutique today for your very own Lobos crossbody… and share with us what you love to do come Sunshine & Summertime!


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Give your pooch a quick snack with Honest Kitchen Grain-Free Quickies.
Made from pure, wild, line-caught haddock from the pristine waters of Iceland, Honest Kitchen Grain-Free Quickies are high in protein, low in fat, and feature just one delicious ingredient. That means these amazing treats are grain-free, gluten-free, and contain no nasty fillers or by-products.
Honest Kitchen Grain-Free Quickies come in a bite sized, heart shaped form that your dog will devour as a training treat or a special reward. The pure haddock is formed to give them a not too hard, crunchy texture that your dog will love and the small size and 1.1 calorie per serving let your dog snack guilt free. Plus, the dehydrated fish retains its nutrition, aromatic smell, and palatability.
Honest Kitchen Grain-Free Quickies
Training treats have a new name; it's Honest Kitchen Grain-Free Quickies.
Available in a 2 oz, easy serve tube.
Country of Origin: Iceland
Manufacturer: Honest Kitchen
Shipping Weight: 0.17
Ingredients - Dehydrated Haddock
Calories - 333 kcal per 100 g / 1.1 kcal per treat
Guaranteed AnalysisCrude Protein (min) 83.5%Crude Fat (min) 0.85%Crude Fiber (max) 0.75%Moisture (max) 11.85%
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Honest Kitchen Quickies are scrumptious tiny treats, just the right size for training. The easy serve tube helps you treat at high speed, and they won't fill up tummies too fast, so you can reward often without your pup packing on the pounds.
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Hong Kong Exchange Chief Sends Signal to Alibaba
The head of Hong Kong's stock exchange wants a fresh debate on whether to allow alternative shareholding structures, in a move that signals a growing desire for new rules as the bourse faces the potential loss of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.'s prized listing to New York.
Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing Chief Executive Charles Li posted a blog on the firm's website late Thursday urging market participants to rekindle the discussion on whether there is a place for alternative shareholding structures such as the one proposed by Alibaba, which, according to people familiar with the e-commerce company's thinking, sought an exemption that would allow a group of 28 partners who own about 10% of the company to nominate a majority of its corporate board.
The bourse drew criticism after talks between its listing committee and Alibaba collapsed in September, with the company publicly questioning the exchange's intransigence.
Over the past several weeks, Alibaba has been in talks with the New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq Market over a possible U.S. listing, though the company hasn't necessarily settled on New York, according to people familiar with the situation. On Monday, the company said it had received written confirmation from both the New York bourses that its proposal to let its partners have some control over its board would be acceptable.
Mr. Li may hope that his comments will prompt Alibaba to give Hong Kong another chance, though he stopped short of making a direct plea.
"Losing one or two listing candidates is not a big deal for Hong Kong; but losing a generation of companies from China's new economy is. And losing it without a proper debate is even more unacceptable," he wrote.
His views will be seen as a nod to critics of regulators who have remained steadfastly opposed to the Alibaba proposal. On the other side, analysts have said the Hong Kong Stock Exchange has boosted its reputation for corporate governance in a region swamped by opaque ownership structures by holding out against Alibaba's demand for its senior management, including founder Jack Ma, to retain control over the board after going public.
Alibaba's proposed structure is seen by the company's management as a way to preserve its culture and leadership by a group of individuals who have mapped out a long-term vision for its future, people familiar with the company's thinking said.
"Arguably, because these founders are so vital to their companies, protecting them is also a form of investor protection. In fact, most international markets are willing to allow shares with differentiated voting rights," Mr.Li wrote.
Rather than endorsing sweeping changes, the bourse's CEO said any rule change should be limited to a select type of company.
"If it is because of the uniqueness of founders and innovative companies, then we would have to carefully define these terms to limit their application. They shouldn't apply to everyone.," Mr. Li wrote.
His comments may be taken as a response to hints earlier this month that the company would revisit the idea of listing in Hong Kong.
Earlier this month Alibaba Vice Executive Chairman Joe Tsai, who leads the company's IPO discussions, told Chinese-language media site Pingwest that if a certain stock exchange—he didn't actually name Hong Kong—feels a sense of regret and tries to bring Alibaba back to the market, the company would consider that option.
Speaking with reporters from Hong Kong's local media this week, Alibaba Chief Executive Jonathan Lu said, "Hong Kong may need some time to understand the creative management structure for a creative company," according to the South China Morning Post.
Mr. Lu didn't clearly say whether Alibaba would consider resuming listing discussions with the Hong Kong exchange.
Alibaba has said repeatedly that it hasn't set either a timetable or a venue for its IPO. The company has also said that it hasn't yet appointed any banks as underwriters.
Hong Kong's exchange makes around 15% of its revenue from fees earned on new listings. In the six months ended June 30, listing fees ticked higher to 496 million Hong Kong dollars (US$64 million) compared with HK$462 million a year earlier, according to the bourse operator.


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It's hard to tell that this nondescript bottle of shampoo is actually a cleverly disguised MP3 player. If you didn't already know that it was an MP3 player, then you probably wouldn't suspect anything.
It's called the iMusic Shower Gel MP3 Player. Because it's water resistant, music lovers and those who sing in the shower will love the iMusic Shower Gel MP3 Player. You can download your favorite music, and sing along while taking a shower or bath. It has a convenient hole at the top for shower hooks so that it is readily accessible throughout your shower. Even when you have soap all over your face, it's always within arm's reach.
The iMusic Shower Gel MP3 Player has touch sensitive controls for volume and track selection on its face that allows for ease of use. It comes in two colors—white or green. This cunningly disguised MP3 Player uses a standard SD Card and is powered by AAA batteries.
Now on to the review. The iMusic Shower Gel MP3 Player has received generally positive reviews, but nearly every single one points out a major flaw. It lacks the ability to remember where it left off, so every time you take a shower, it starts over at the beginning. In addition, it lacks a shuffle feature, so the only way to move on to new songs is to skip ahead to where you left off. When it's turned on again, it'll be back where it started.
Though a major flaw, it is not a fatal flaw. The device has acceptable sound, and really, you'd only be using it for 5-20 minutes a day. I know that listening to "It's a Beautiful Day" first thing in the morning, every morning, wouldn't be a terrible way to start off the day. And to be sure, you'd hear me singing along to it. Maybe we need to start working on waterproof headphones!


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IHearChains wrote:jnecessary wrote:Red's has $6 growler fills on Green Flash until Thursday, worddd.
Whoops, that is next Monday-Thursday.
Is that Reds in North Liberty?
Customer Appreciation Weekdays with Green Flash Growlers - Monday 3-11 through Thursday 3-14. $6 growlers of West Coast IPA and Hop Head Red IPA. Because you've supported us and our love of beer, we want to fill your growlers with righteous IPAs.
also $4 pints of those during that time and they are happy to fill a growler of Miller Lite for $40 bucks


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Eye Problems in Children: Signs to Look For - Credits
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SAN FRANCISCO -- As Madison Bumgarner prepares for his Game 2 start Sunday against the Cincinnati Reds, the Giants hope the left-hander can tap into the same youthful bliss that carried him through a dazzling postseason in 2010.
Bumgarner, now a wise old 23, conceded Saturday that he was thinking too much as he was going 2-2 with a 5.47 ERA in September.
Now that the playoffs are here, he's switching his brain off.
"Once you get in the postseason, you can't think about the mechanics, can't think about any of that," Bumgarner said. "You just have to go out there and compete with whatever you've got."
His naïveté served him well in 2010 when he became the fourth youngest pitcher in history to win a World Series game. In all, he went 2-0 with a 2.18 ERA in four postseason games.
Giants manager Bruce Bochy played down Bumgarner's mechanical issues, saying the pitcher "just got out of sync a little bit there." In Bumgarner's final start, he gave up four runs in four innings and lasted just 76 pitches against the San Diego Padres.
Bochy said the pitcher is making too big of a turn in his windup and will try to "shorten it up a little bit."
Bumgarner faced the Reds once this season -- on June 28, long before his mechanical issues popped up -- and threw a one-hit shutout. He struck out eight and allowed only a sixth-inning single to Ryan Hanigan.
Bumgarner is confident he can rediscover that form in time for the October stage.
"Obviously, you're going to have ups and downs throughout the year," he said. "It's about how you can compete and minimize the damage."
Huff was told Friday that he would be a contributor off the bench -- and he was thrilled.
"I certainly wanted to be a part of this," he said. "I have a different job this year, but it's something I'll embrace."
Huff has nearly as many disabled list stints (three) as extra-base hits (five) this season. He started just 15 games and only one after the All-Star break, and that start, last Sunday in San Diego, came only because Bochy was giving most his regulars a day off.
The 35-year-old has struggled with right knee issues for much of the season, leaving him nearly incapable of making a trip around the bases. Huff had a cortisone shot Sept. 26 and said his knee feels twice as healthy as it did before.
"I'm not going to steal a bag, but when did I ever?" Huff joked.
Bochy saw enough improvement to add Huff to the postseason roster without including an obvious choice to run for him.
For more on the Giants, see Alex Pavlovic's Giants Extra blog at blogs.mercurynews.com/Giants. Follow him on Twitter at twitter.com/AlexPavlovic.


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Wharton reviews Open Meetings Law with commission
February 8, 2013
PARKERSBURG — Wood County Prosecutor Jason Wharton reviewed the state's Open Meetings Law and provided copies of West Virginia Ethics Commission advisory opinions to county commissioners Thursday....
What is so difficult about this. Just return to the old meeting dates and put everything they need to vote on to the agenda. Mr. Gainer should then just show up to work when he is suppose to. He should not try to do any voting on any item without it being on the agenda. Seems pretty direct and simple. If he does not get it, then he should quit or be removed.
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Sounds like the commission is adopting a "good ole boys" attitude of "we'll do it our way" and everything will go just fine if we aren't held accountable by the public (who elected us) and the laws that govern us. That one does not understand a particular law does not exempt one from following it.
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There is no balancing act of "governments ability to function" and "the public's right to know", the two are not conflicting concepts. The public's inclusion in and oversight of government's actions is integral to the process – it is indeed the genesis of the "Sunshine Law". If one does not grasp that concept, perhaps doing the public's business is not one's forte.
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"County officials said once they decide on a format for their agendas and other meeting procedures, they will provide the information to the West Virginia Ethics Commission for review." Geez Louise; this is not rocket science folks! It should not be necessary to get a review of your procedures. Simply: If you need to vote on something, it first needs to be specifically included on your posted agenda in advance of the meeting. You cannot take impromptu action on items that are not specifically listed on the agenda. If someone wants to make a presentation to the Commission - and action on that presentation is possibly desirable - the presentation needs to be on the advance agenda. Getting advice from the Prosecutor is fine, but any person elected as a public official should be responsible enough to educate themselves on how to conduct business according to the rules. It is the public's business; "efficiency" is not paramount, transparency, thoroughness and propriety are. There is no
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The commission went down hill when Gainer was voted in. Dunn wasn't quite as bad prior to that, now he is just as bad as Gainer.
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So Dunn says he has been told that about his salary before - seems he really doean't care what "the little people" think. I didn't like him as a dentist (tried to overbill me and my mom) - and I am thinking I don't like him much as a commissioner either.
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Hum. I wonder if "we the people" can get a petition going to make the people we hired to do a job, make them do the job or have them fired! I am sure they would have no problem firing or replacing (with a friend or relative) someone who they felt did not do their job. They should be ashamed taking those wages for working such a little bit. while other employees work a full week, sometimes with no lunch, out in the cold, or in the blazing heat for a LOT less. People wages are public record, go look it up. county website, county clerk, then finances.. make sure you check dates of service then see what people are getting paid.. it's a disgrace! Unless you know someone that knows someone.
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Gainer and Dunn have already proved that they can not handle the job.I know there are a lot of employees down their that work 40hrs. a week and do not make what DUNN AND GAINER make.Maby they should work one half day.Give us all a break you new what the job was when you ran for office.If you can,t do it step aside.
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looks like black and white advice from the prosecutor but Mr. Gainer seems to still not understand it?
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|Fuel Capacity
|51 gal.
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Vectra 2040 with Fish Package
By Capt. Rob Smith
I recently enjoyed visiting Phil Smoker and getting a chance to drive 16 of the family's new boats. When the Vectra 2040 I/O began sliding up to the docks, all I could do was scratch my head and wonder what the devil? Two fish chairs were perched on the front deck of what is supposed to be one of their most popular deck boats! Well, of course they would do that! So many of today's active families are interested in the joys of fishing, yet still want to strap on the boards and do a few tricks on top of the water themselves. It just makes good sense.
At the Bow
Starting up front, there are two fish chairs waiting to be set up on pedestals. They fold down to reduce drag or can be left in the garage when you plan to just cruise and ski. Tucked in behind the port seat is a connection for a trolling motor. An upgrade on our test boat was a stainless steel protective rub rail around the boat and docking lights to lead the way into a dark slip or boat ramp. A concealed 4-step beach boarding ladder is tucked into the nose. When you are in fish mode, there is a livewell in the front just aft the boarding ladder.
Seating in the bow section is spacious and fills both the port and starboard side. Seat bases provide long lockers for gear. The seats have heavy-duty hinges on one end that lift them high into the air. I would prefer to have simple front edge mounted hinges that don't get in the way. Low grab rails surround the top edge behind the seats for a good grip in rough water or just a little more secure feeling underway. If you have sun-worshippers on board, add filler cushions in the bow and let them relax and soak up some rays.
Time for snacks? A table sets up quickly in the bow to serve breaks on.
At the Helm
Moving aft, the helm pod creates a nice storage box itself. A courtesy deck light is just over it to shed a little light into the box and onto the deck at night. In the top, forward of the quick-release windshield, is a sink with pull out sprayer for rinsing off after a cool dip or washing up before snacks.
You have excellent leg room at the helm, even for a guy 6 feet tall. The wheel is a typical sport, three-spoke type with tilt adjustment. A Seaworthy stereo provides soothing sounds, and an MP3 jack allows you to become your own DJ. The dash has simulated aluminum accents for a more modern look and a 12-volt socket for your portables. Besides the basic instrumentation gauge set, there is a livewell pump switch in the side panel.
On Deck
Over on the port side is another nice bench seat so your family can relax with you on the way. Drink holders are molded into the hull and a three rod racks are in the aft port gunwale liner. A huge sole locker is placed between the port lounger and helm seat and has a plastic protective liner. Back in the aft bench seat is more storage and the cranking battery. Just under the small aft sunpad is the engine; in our case a 4.3-liter MerCruiser. Stepping through the port-side walk through, you reach a small aft platform for playing at anchor or setting up one of the casting chairs for fishing. An LED light provides deck illumination. Fender storage and a wet locker are also on the stern.
The 2040 I/O Fish Package measures 20'4" length overall with a beam of 102". She weighs approximately 2,325 lbs. dry and has a fuel capacity of 51 gallons. I found she handled well around the docks and cut through the heavy chop of a wind-blown inland lake with ease. Even in the rough stuff, she had smooth turns without significant loss of speed. She reached top end at 4500 rpm and 42.4 mph and cruised at 24.7 mph and 3000 rpm. She leapt onto plane in 1.8 seconds and reached 30 mph in 7.8 seconds.
Vectra is going to garner quite a following from their friends who like the deckboat style yet still want to wet a line. She had the performance to do some tricks with skis, yet had enough fishability to bring home dinner.
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Newscenter 11 has an update on a story that happened in late February.
The ticket given by an animal control officer to Judy Gibbs, for allegedly interfering with the officer's duties, has been dropped by the city of Meridian.
Gibbs said that happened after she met with city officials Tuesday.
Gibbs and others had found an injured dog on North Hills Street and someone called animal control, mistaking it for animal rescue.
Gibbs was given a ticket by the animal control officer for allegedly interfering with the officer when she asked to be able to take the dog to a veterinarian.
The officer refused to turn the dog over to her. The animal was later euthanized. That, and the injured dog's treatment at the scene, upset people.
Now that ticket has been dropped. Gibbs said her efforts are focused on forming an advisory board made up of city and county residents who are animal lovers. She said she would like to help improve the local animal control.
If county supervisors vote to approve this proposal, Gibbs says the new advisory board would look into grant money, donations, help from volunteers and local vets.
Animal control's building is also in need of serious upgrades. One area resident told Newscenter 11 i she hopes the advisory board is approved.
"I don't care if we have to raise taxes," said Sandia Butler. "That'll be a really popular subject. But something needs to be done to fund people to look after these animals."
Gibbs was not available for an on-camera interview Wednesday, but sent Newscenter 11 a statement:
"It looks like a bad situation has resulted in positive changes for our local animals and our local animal shelter. Good things are in the works."
Board of supervisors president Joe Norwood said he was just made aware of the proposal at 1 p.m. Wednesday and would have more to say about it after supervisors meet Thursday.
Lauderdale County's animal control is a joint operation of the city of Meridian and Lauderdale County. Officials say they take in about 4,000 animals annually, and have an adoption rate of about thirty percent.


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Mara #2
Brian Wood and Ming Doyle return to the world of high-stakes Women's Volleyball in "Mara" #2, a book many times more interesting than its one-line premise suggests.
|February 4th, 2013
Angel & Faith #18
"Angel & Faith" #18 heats up as Christos Gage and Rebekah Isaacs show the master plan that's been brewing throughout the series -- and in a pleasant change of pace, all the pieces fit together quite well.
|January 30th, 2013
Matt Kindt kicks off a new story arc in "MIND MGMT" #7 with not only a great summation of the first six issues, but several great twists that reinforce why this twisty puzzle box of a comic works so well.
|January 23rd, 2013
The Answer! #1
Eisner Award-winning creator Mike Norton's "The Answer!" #1, co-written by Dennis Hopeless, makes its print debut from Dark Horse this week.
|January 23rd, 2013
The Black Beetle #1
Francesco Francavilla brings both the pulp and the goodness to the pulpy heroic goodness of "The Black Beetle" #1.
|January 16th, 2013
Conan the Barbarian #12
"Conan the Barbarian" #12 from Brian Wood and Declan Shalvey is an astonishingly touching story of Conan struggling to survive against all the death stacked against him in his world.
|January 16th, 2013
Ghost #3
Kelly Sue DeConnick and Phil Noto serve up some exposition in "Ghost" #3, but the answers to a lot of the title's mysteries end up being satisfying rather than overwhelming.
|January 14th, 2013
Star Wars #1
Set shortly after the destruction of the first Death Star, "Star Wars" #1 by Brian Wood and Carlos D'Anda delivers a very solid, incredibly fun read for fans of the original trilogy.
|January 9th, 2013
47 Ronin #2
"47 Ronin" #2 by Mike Richardson and Stan Sakai reveals the single, catalytic event of injustice that leaves all of Lord Asano's samurai without a master, paving the way for a legendary and epic revenge plot.
|January 7th, 2013
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Willow Wonderland #3
Jeff Parker, Christos Gage, and Brian Ching show us a mystical coven in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Willow Wonderland" #3, and pull off an important trick: they make a potentially false happy ending seem real.
|January 7th, 2013
Hellboy in Hell #2
"Hellboy In Hell" #2 by Mike Mignola takes Hellboy on a tour of Hell, giving an idea of the character's possible role in this new setting.
|January 2nd, 2013
The Black Beetle
"The Black Beetle" #0 by Francesco Francavilla is a moody pulp action comic that scores beautifully on many fronts.
|December 19th, 2012
Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 9 #16
In "Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 9" #16, Andrew Chambliss and Georges Jeanty begin a new storyline with a newly enlarged cast, but the intersection of multiple story foci results in a lack of suspense and direction.
|December 17th, 2012
Colder #2
"Colder" #2 by Paul Tobin and Juan Ferreyra gives readers a longer look into The Hungry World. Nimble Jack continues his spree of parasitic madness while Declan and Reece have an overly expository Q&A session.
|December 10th, 2012
Hellboy in Hell #1
Mike Mignola resumes full writer/artist chores on his signature creation Hellboy, and "Hellboy in Hell" #1 is a dazzling return to form with jaw-dropping visuals as readers discover what happens to Hellboy after death.
|December 5th, 2012
Star Wars: Purge - The Tyrant's Fist #1
"Star Wars: Purge - The Tyrant's Fist" #1 from Alexander Freed with Marco Castiello and Andrea Chella on art brings an interesting story of Jedi revolution being attacked by Darth Vader.
|December 5th, 2012
The Massive #6
"The Massive" #6 from Brian Wood and Garry Brown is a character examination through a great action sequence and some beautiful flashbacks.
|November 14th, 2012
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Willow Wonderland #1
"Buffy The Vampire Slayer: Willow Wonderland" #1 by Jeff Parker and Brian Ching has fun jokes and pretty art, but the story suffers from a lack of interesting action and a derivative, unimaginative setting.
|November 9th, 2012
47 Ronin #1
Mike Richardson and Stan Sakai's "47 Ronin" #1 looks absolutely gorgeous, but the story itself feels a little slow and stilted in this first chapter telling a legend from Japan's past.
|November 8th, 2012
Colder #1
Despite an over-the-top cover, "Colder" #1 by Paul Tobin and Juan Ferreyra is not splatter horror, but the beginning of a strange and original psychological thriller with a heart-thumping cliffhanger at issue's end.
|November 7th, 2012
Ghost #1
Following the short stories in "Dark Horse Presents" (reprinted as "Ghost" #0), Kelly Sue DeConnick and Phil Noto hit the ground running with "Ghost" #1 as we learn more about our title character and start meeting villains.
|October 25th, 2012
Star Wars: Agent of the Empire - Hard Targets #1
In this pre-Original Trilogy "Star Wars" tale by John Ostrander and Davide Fabbri, Alderaanian Jahan Cross is a secret agent of the Empire whose latest job brings him back to his home planet. James Bond meets Star Wars in this all-new miniseries
|October 19th, 2012
Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 9 #14
Jane Espenson and Karl Moline unleash Billy the Vampire Slayer in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 9" #14, and what could have been cliché or even offensive ends up actually working quite well.
|October 15th, 2012
The Creep #2
Don't be scared by the title; with its investigation into the death of two teens, "The Creep" is rapidly turning out to be one of the best mini-series of the year, courtesy John Arcudi and Jonathan Case.
|October 15th, 2012
B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth: The Return of the Master #2
This 99th issue of the various "B.P.R.D." comics has evil organizations, monstrous creatures, false allegiances, psychic powers and charismatic cult leaders. Just another day from Mike Mignola, John Arcudi and Tyler Crook.
|September 26th, 2012
Star Wars: Darth Vader - Ghost Prison #5
"Darth Vader - Ghost Prison" #5 closes up the story of the revolt against the Empire, cementing Grand Moff Tarkin, Emperor Palpatine and Darth Vader as the undeniable core of the Empire.
|September 24th, 2012
For the first time in over a decade, Ghost returns to her own series written by Kelly Sue DeConnick and drawn by Phil Noto. While the pieces are all in place for a strong run, this debut issue falls flat with the focus off the titular character.
|September 19th, 2012
Lobster Johnson: Caput Mortuum #1
"Lobster Johnson: Caput Mortuum" is a thrilling pulp tale by Mike Mignola, John Arcudi and Tonci Zonjic that pits Lobster against Nazis on a zeppelin.
|September 19th, 2012
The Massive #4
|September 17th, 2012
Axe Cop: President of the World #2
In no particular order, these things make "Axe Cop: President of the World" by Malachai and Ethan Nicolle worthy of your money and time: (1) Chee-rex, (2) the ultimate fate of Seattle's Space Needle, (3) Bouncyworld.
|September 3rd, 2012
Angel & Faith #13
As someone who suffered through the original Connor storyline in "Angel," Christos Gage and Rebekah Isaacs show readers in "Angel & Faith" #13 that we actually can have a good story involving the hell dimension of Quor'toth.
|August 29th, 2012
Spike #1
Victor Gischler and Paul Lee do their best with "Spike" #1, the start of a spin-off mini-series from "Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 9," but ultimately it's just a reminder of something that didn't work in "Buffy the Va
|August 23rd, 2012
Lobster Johnson: The Prayer of Neferu #1
"Lobster Johnson: The Prayer of Neferu" depicts just enough violence and strange ideas to be a gripping one-shot and yet another fantastic addition to the Mignolaverse treasury of amazing tales.
|August 22nd, 2012
Dark Horse Presents #15
With 12 different stories in 88 pages, "Dark Horse Presents" #15 continues to offer a little something for everyone; even as one of the weaker issues, there's still more than enough for your money's worth.
|August 22nd, 2012
Mind MGMT #4
"Mind MGMT" #4 is the long awaited exposition issue as Matt Kindt tells us Henry Lyme's story and gives us the first glimpse inside the mysterious Mind MGMT organization -- and it's well worth the wait.
|August 22nd, 2012
The Victories #1
Michael Avon Oeming brings "The Victories" to life with a story of a broken city protected by a broken hero.
|August 15th, 2012
Alabaster: Wolves #5
Caitlin R. Kiernan and Steve Lieber's "Alabaster: Wolves" #5 brings the mini-series to a violent, explosive conclusion, and show that none of its main characters will be the same as when it began.
|August 15th, 2012
Conan the Barbarian #7
"Conan the Barbarian" #7 kicks off a new story arc courtesy Brian Wood and Becky Cloonan, as Conan and Bêlit travel to Conan's home village and the Queen of the Black Coast discovers a demotion of sorts to her own status.
|August 8th, 2012
The Massive #3
"The Massive" #3 wraps Brian Wood and Kristian Donaldson's introductory arc in a solemn and intelligent manner.
|August 8th, 2012
Mind MGMT #3
"Mind MGMT" #3 sends our heroine, Meru, on a quest across the world to discover more about the central mystery of the title as a dangerous trek unfolds, resulting in death and more questions than answers in the best possible way.
|August 1st, 2012
Axe Cop: President of the World #1
In "Axe Cop: President of the World" #1 by 8-year old Malachai Nicolle and his 31-year old brother Ethan, Axe Cop faces the possible return of bad guys and promises to help new friends Goo Cop and Junior Cobbb with their family issues.
|July 30th, 2012
Star Wars: Darth Maul -- Death Sentence #1
Tom Taylor writes some new adventures for everyone's favorite Zabrak Sith apprentice in "Star Wars: Darth Maul -- Death Sentence" #1, an issue that might surprise comic book readers unfamiliar with the "Clone Wars" animated series
|July 30th, 2012
Resident Alien #3
"Resident Alien" #3 brings Peter Hogan and Steve Parkhouse's first mini-series to a conclusion, but with more scheduled for later this year there isn't a sense of finality present.
|July 26th, 2012
B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth: Exorcism #2
"B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth: Exorcism" #2 brings Mike Mignola and Cameron Stewart's story of a long term possession to an attractive-looking but slightly predictable conclusion.
|July 25th, 2012
B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth: The Devil's Engine #3
"B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth: The Devil's Engine" wraps up Devon and Fenix's train-ride of terror in a satisfying way, even as the next mini-series is prepped for its debut around the corner.
|July 23rd, 2012
Concrete: Three Uneasy Pieces #1
"Concrete: Three Uneasy Pieces" is a great collection for new readers and Concrete fans like. There's a mystery, a rescue story, and a political problem/solution story, exemplifying Paul Chadwick's literary, human-focused approach to c
|July 23rd, 2012
Star Wars: Darth Vader and the Ghost Prison #3
The ruins of the Jedi Temple is just one location visited by the Sith Lord in "Darth Vader and the Ghost Prison" #3.
|July 20th, 2012
The Massive #2
Two issues in, "The Massive" is as much travelogue as adventure and the combination is fantastic.
|July 11th, 2012
Eerie Comics #1
"Eerie Comics" comes back to life, but this revival feels a bit too dated.
|July 11th, 2012
Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 9 #11
Buffy gets a new job in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 9" #11 and this time it's one that actually looks like a good fit.
|July 11th, 2012


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Hi, I am Danny Batson (Knouse) and I am a lifelong resident of the Chillicothe area. I was born in 1951 and graduated from CHS in 1969. I took over my dad's septic tank business that he founded in 1937. While I have been in every state (except Hawaii and Maine), there is no place like home! I love taking pictures of old and unusual things and sharing them. There is beauty in everything, if we look for it. I have three Facebook pages filled with local pictures that may be of interest: "Where Has Danny Been," Chillicothe Now," and "Danny Batson".
Hi, I am Gary Thomas and I was born just across from Central School in 1942. I graduated from CHS in 1960 and MU in 1964. After two years in Army, I completed a graduate degree at the University of Chicago in 1970. After working in software development for more than 40 years, I retired from Raytheon in 2007. I have an abiding interest in history and in researching past events, places, and people. My latest project is developing a history-based chronology for Livingston County from 1801-2000.
"Let's run away tomorrow. Let's see if you can stay all night with me. Then we can get up early in the morning and head down the railroad track. We'll have to be back by supper though."
That's how we would work it when we were young. There was a railroad going out of Chillicothe in every direction and we knew the first stop for each. Some were further away than we could go in a day's journey, but we would go at least four or five miles away from town.
We wouldn't get far before we were side tracked by something interesting to see or do. A good "dump dig" was a gold mine of treasures for kids. After a little exploring, it was back to the track. Walking the rail without falling off was always a challenge. The bridges took the most time to explore and were the scariest. When a train came we did not want to be in the middle of that bridge!
Throwing rocks off the bridges into the water was the most fun of all. We became good at rock throwing. If you've never hung from under a bridge while the train sped just over your head, you have never lived. Trying to catch the animals we saw along the way was the next best thing.
Putting pennies on the track and watching the trains run over with those heavy wheels was cool. We would take the flattened coins to school and show them off. I know all this was "child's play" and might sound boring; but we were young and had to make our own fun back then.
We respected private property. But we just thought that if no one saw us, it was OK to go on in. We just wanted to see new places, animals, and have fun. Sometimes we would run into the farmers and talk. Once they found out who we were and what we were doing they left us alone to do as we pleased.
Some would even tell us stories of their young life. You know, I think that helped us later on in life (we learned how to listen).
BB guns were a lot of fun to take along and as we got older we took our 22s. Of course, as young kids we never checked the weather before leaving home. We never had enough food or water either. That's how we learned to drink rain and river water. Maybe that's why I remember some of those trips so well!
Lightning and rattlesnakes were the top fears, it was the sign to leave the area. Coming home ringing wet, cold and muddy was the norm. If we got home late, which happened often, my parents would always ask where we had been and we would always have the same answer "Oh, just down the track aways."
Living next to the rails was a good life. Even when the house shook and my bed moved from the vibration. When a train came through you couldn't even hear each other until it had passed. It seems now that I'm older I can see why they call the past the "Good Ol' Days." Most people will always make do with what they have.


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November 30, 2012
£3.5bn of Christmas retail sales will be purchased on or influenced by smartphones, according to a forecast from business advisory firm Deloitte. It says consumers are using tablets and smartphones to research prices, store Christmas shopping lists and engage with friends and family using social media, as well as, increasingly, to order goods online.
As a result, it predicts that around £3.2bn of in-store Christmas sales will be influenced by smartphones, with another £330m of sales made directly through these devices. A further £500m in sales will be made through tablets.
The findings point to a fairly bright Christmas, especially for online retailers. Overall spending will be up by 1%, says Deloitte, and total online sales will increase this Christmas by 17%. And it says that click and collect — where shoppers pay online but pick up the goods themselves — is fast becoming a preferred shopping method.
Ian Geddes, UK head of retail at Deloitte, said: "There are more reasons to be optimistic than pessimistic this Christmas. Consumer confidence has gradually improved over the course of the year and despite the recent increase in inflation, it is much lower than it was 12 months ago, easing the pressure on households."
However, Geddes warns that retail success calls for a sophisticated multi-channel approach. "Increasingly, we are seeing examples of certain retailers performing strongly and others weakly within the same sector. Shoppers are responding to those retailers that combine the right products with exceptional customer service across all channels, dynamic and exciting online and mobile sites and a brand that they want to be associated with."
Colin Jeffrey, head of multi-channel retail at Deloitte, said: "As with recent years, the strongest growth will be found online, with purchases completed on mobile phones double or even triple that of last year. It is also going to be a click-and-collect Christmas, with those retailers who have invested in this service in line to do well as these customers spend more and collections drive footfall into stores. Retailers without flexible collection options and mobile services are failing to meet basic customer expectations and will suffer as a result."
He added: "We are also beginning to see the power of social commerce, with more and more consumers using Twitter and Facebook to share reviews, offers and product information."


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EASTON (AP) — A Northampton County judge says a graduate student's lawsuit over a C-plus grade she received can move forward.
The Express-Times reports Judge Emil Giodano ruled Wednesday that there's enough evidence for Megan Thode's lawsuit against Lehigh University to proceed.
The Bethlehem university had argued that the suit was without merit.
Thode maintains that the mediocre grade in one class kept her from getting her desired degree and becoming a licensed therapist — and, as a result, cost her $1.3 million in lost earnings. Her attorney contends that her teacher targeted her because she is an outspoken advocate for gay marriage.
The instructor denies that.
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