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TAKE THE LEAD (not rated, PG-13) is based on the story of
the man who started the New
York City program that was the subject
of last year's popular documentary
Mad Hot Ballroom (available on DVD
and one of my favorite films of 2005).
Over 7,000 elementary school students
have participated in this competition,
where students also learn self-esteem,
communication skills and
respect for others.
Dirty Dancing (1987) put ballroom
dancing on the pop-culture
radar. This film was a moral
metaphor for class differences and
coming of age in a world that had
left Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers
far behind. Baz Lurhmann's quirky
Strictly Ballroom (1992) used caricature
to reveal that a father and
son shared a passion for creative
freedom. Shall We Dance, both the
Japanese original (1996) and the
Hollywood version (2004), used
ballroom dancing to frame stories
of men having a midlife crisis.
MTV's Save the Last Dance (2001)
integrated racial issues and coming of
age with ballet and hip-hop. ABC's
Dancing With the Stars has been hugely
popular, as were the Olympic pairs
dancing on ice.
Perhaps British psychologist Havelock
Ellis explained the attraction of ballroom
best when he wrote, "Dancing is
the loftiest, the most moving, the most
beautiful of the arts because it is no
mere translation or abstraction from
life; it is life itself."
Take the Lead moves the story line to
high school students. Pierre Dulaine
(Antonio Banderas) is a ballroom-dance
teacher who witnesses a young man
named Rock (Rob Brown of Finding
Forrester) destroying a car. Near the car,
Dulaine finds an identification badge
that belongs to Augustine James (Alfre
Woodard), principal of a high school.
Dulaine returns the badge to the
principal and offers to teach ballroom
dancing to students in detention: One
of the students is Rock. Dulaine challenges
the kids with the chance to win
a city-wide ballroom-dancing contest
and they introduce him to hip-hop.
This could have been a much stronger
film with better writing. More sequences
of the actual ballroom dancing, especially
with Banderas, would have helped.
We never really care about the characters
in the same way that Mad Hot Ballroom made us want to get up and cheer
for the kids who won and cry for those
who lost.
Yet Take the Lead reinforces what similar
films have said: Ballroom dancing is
about communication, trust, optimism
and relationships with others. And it is
good for us. Some problem language.
JOYEUX NOËL (A-2, R): This Oscar-nominated
film focuses on a miracle
that occurred in 1914 during World
War I. After a terrible battle on December
23 that left many dead on both
sides, the soldiers retreat to the trenches
along the Western Front. The Germans
face the French and their Scot allies
across a no-man's-land.
Nikolaus Sprink (Benno Fürmann),
a German soldier, has a reputation
for being a renowned tenor
(singing by Rolando Villazón).
When called to headquarters to
sing for the Kaiser's son, Nikolaus
finds Anna (Diane Kruger), a soprano
(singing by Natalie Dessay).
The next day, they sing for the
troops in the trenches.
Nikolaus places a Christmas
tree, sent by the Kaiser, in no-man's-land and sings "Stille Nacht"
("Silent Night"). Pastor Palmer
(Gary Lewis), who has accompanied
his fellow Scots to the front,
accompanies on the bagpipes. The
commanders decide on a Christmas Eve
truce that culminates in the burial of
the dead, a Christmas prayer service
and a soccer match. When their superiors
discover their actions, there are
serious consequences.
Although director/writer Christian
Carion telescopes many events that happened
during that period, the story is
true. He researched letters, journals and
newspaper articles in British and French
archives to authenticate the details.
The acting is excellent, convincing
and poignant, although the lip synch
is off for the singers. Joyeux Noël belongs
in that cinematic canon of feature films
that comment on the stupidity of generals
in The Great War, as did Stanley
Kubrick's Paths of Glory (1957) and Peter
Weir's Gallipoli (1981). These films
remind us that politicians—not soldiers—
make war. Amid tears, we ask
about the meaning of the Incarnation in a world in which war and killing
have become the normal way to resolve
conflict. Some war violence.
TSOTSI (L, R): Near Johannesburg, South
Africa, a young man named Tsotsi
(Presley Chweneyagae) and his gang
kill and rob travelers. Tsotsi is thoroughly
cruel and cold, as is Butcher
(Zenzo Ngqobe). Boston (Mothusi
Magano), now a drunk, once studied to
be a teacher.
Tsotsi shoots Pumla (Nambitha
Mpumlwana), a woman who tries to
stop him from taking her car. When he
hears a baby crying in the back seat, he
realizes he needs help. So he pulls a
knife on a beautiful young mother
named Miriam (Terry Pheto) and tells
her to suckle the child.
As Tsotsi cares for the child, he remembers
his own mother dying of AIDS and
his homeless childhood in a dangerous
place. His inner journey is etched in his
facial expressions throughout the film.
Based on the novel by Athol Fugard,
this film was written and directed with
realism and sensitivity by South African
filmmaker Gavin Hood. It takes place in
post-apartheid South Africa, still struggling
to create a social infrastructure
that will provide basic needs and jobs.
It tells the story of a young man's struggle
to become a decent human being
and do the right thing when being a
criminal has worked well enough.
Tsotsi is not a comfortable film. It
will evoke much thought and conversation
about personal responsibility and
respect for the rights of others in a
socially disorganized environment and
nation. The story is as violent as the
ending is redemptive. For the thoughtful
viewer in the global village, it is
worth the cinematic journey. Graphic
violence and language.
MONK (USA, Fridays): When
we lost the determined, feisty,
intelligent and caring Jessica
Fletcher from Maine in Murder, She Wrote (1984-96), who would have thought
she'd be replaced by Adrian Monk, a
San Francisco detective with an endearing
obsessive-compulsive disorder and a
little agoraphobia?
Murder, She Wrote continues in syndication
but is missed by adoring fans
of the older demographic. Fans of the
show rightly felt snubbed by network
executives who admitted wanting to
use the time to reach younger audiences
more willing to dispose of their
income to advertisers.
Monk stars Tony Shalhoub (Big Night,
The Man Who Wasn't There) as Adrian
Monk, a finicky, repressed and germ-hating
gumshoe. But this provides his
cover for investigative brilliance and
crime-solving that surprises crooks and
cops alike.
Monk is a man of character with a
good heart. With the help of a rather
whiny assistant, Natalie (Traylor
Howard), the quirky and kind Monk's
idiosyncrasies extend to the rest of the
cast, including the police department.
Although it's hard to tell if this is a
comedy, a drama or both, Monk continues
to be a fresh spin on an enduring
genre that has found its home on
cable—too good for the networks to
hold onto, I suspect.
BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN (O, R): Based
on a short story by Annie Proulx and
filmed against a rugged, beautiful landscape,
this film lacks depth. It focuses on
a love affair between two cowboys
(Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal). The
gay theme has offended some audiences.
Problem sexual situations, language
and violence.
This Academy Award-nominated short
documentary was filmed, directed and
written by two American women
(Kimberlee Acquaro and Stacy Sherman).
It tells the stories of five incredibly brave
Rwandan women during the genocide of
1994 and describes how they and others
are rebuilding Rwanda today, from families
to government to roads. Awesome.
MATCH POINT (A-3, R): Physically,
director/writer Woody Allen stays out of
the picture in this film, starring Scarlett
Johansson, which was nominated for
numerous awards. But Allen's existential
angst transcends every layer of this gripping,
sad drama about utterly selfish
human beings who cannot distinguish
between bad moral choices and those
that are worse. Problem language and
theme of adultery.
FREEDOMLAND (L, R): A white mother
(Julianne Moore) reports that her son
has been kidnapped in a carjacking,
which implicates the African-American
community. Samuel L. Jackson, as the
investigating detective, gives the story
heart. But this pseudo-crime thriller suffers
from an identity crisis, lost direction
and dangling story lines. Problem language
and violence.
A-1 General patronage
A-2 Adults and adolescents
A-3 Adults
L Limited adult audience
O Morally offensive
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Dear Neil: I've been married for 37 years. My husband no longer notices me. For Christmas, he bought me a book I'd already read, the same calendar I'd already purchased and a lovely pair of earrings. I had told him about the book and calendar when I read and bought them. Last evening, I put on a nice nightgown and perfume and he didn't even say anything - we just had sex.
I've given up trying to reach him and I don't know how much more I can take. I've asked him to give me one compliment a week, as I don't think that's too much to ask. But recently he said he thinks I'm being selfish for asking for that. An example is: "I wish you'd tell me I look nice" and the response is: "You know you look nice, so why should I say anything?" I feel invisible and am concerned that my marriage is over. Could you address this issue?
- Invisible in Denver
Dear Neil: I've been seeing this man for more than seven months. In some ways he makes me feel cherished, but in other ways it feels like he does many little things to prevent a successful reciprocal relationship. He's very passive. I feel like I'm the only one managing to keep the relationship going much of the time. He acts very ambivalent, and I don't feel he makes an effort to show me I'm valued.
- Confused in New Orleans
Dear Invisible and Confused: One of the most common power struggles couples fight about is related to the theme in your two letters. It's the question, "How important am I to you?"
If I'm important to you, I need for you to show it - through words, being "sweet," being affectionate, romancing me, treating me as if I am valued and cherished, and being responsive to what I say. If you will show me how much I matter to you, I will feel blessed to have found you and I will richly reciprocate, as long as I am still invested in our relationship.
But if you ignore my requests, are insensitive to my needs or wishes, if you act like it isn't necessary to romance me, if you hold back affection or sweetness, if you wait for me to put forth all the effort, then I will feel unwanted, un-nurtured and not valued. It will feel to me that you've lost your desire to please me, and I will interpret that as you saying you no longer care how I feel. That feeling will eventually turn into anger or resentment, and at some point, I will respond to you in kind: I will start ignoring your requests and being insensitive to your needs or wants.
We are talking about a basic tenet of how intimate relationships function (and malfunction): show me how important I am to you, and do so frequently. To do otherwise is to let our relationship become withdrawn, detached and disengaged, which is what happens to a large percentage of relationships over time. Intimate spouses become intimate strangers.
They quit trying to please, quit giving as much, quit feeling lucky for having found having found someone who can be theirs, quit romancing, quit working at it - until one day the relationship has grown empty, void of friendship or depth, disconnected, passionless.
My advice is similar to both women whose letters appear above. You're going to have to tell your man exactly what you need.
It is not selfish to ask your husband to offer you a sincere and genuine compliment once a day, let alone once a week. If he doesn't want to, he has grown complacent and remote, and he has quit trying to keep the relationship connected and engaged - or perhaps he just doesn't think highly of you anymore. That's when the decision is in your court about exactly how invisible you are willing to be in this marriage.
For the reader who is in a relationship with an ambivalent, passive man who doesn't make much of an effort to show you he values you, I would recommend that you offer him very specific guidance. Tell him what you need for him to do. Don't just complain about what he's not doing, tell him in very clear terms what you need and desire. If he wants the relationship to continue, he will take seriously what you say. If he doesn't, he is saying that you're not all that special to him, and that he is not willing to put forth any more effort in order to make the relationship closer.
Neil Rosenthal is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Westminster and Boulder. His column is in its 21st year of publication, and is syndicated around the world. You can reach him at 303-758-8777, or email him through his website: www.heartrelationships.com. He is not able to respond individually to queries.


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Let the rejoicing begin. The Tippmann TPX Paintball Pistol is now availble for pre-order at TippmannParts.com. The Tippmann TPX Pistol Paintball gun has been a long time coming. I first saw the TPX at it's mysterious debut at Oklahoma D-Day 2008. Just a shadow then. Now, 10 months later, you get to put one in your hands.
The TPX .68 Caliber Paintball Pistol is an exciting new compact design. It's light weight design is easy to maintain and is more customizable than other paintball pistols. It uses 12 gram CO2 cartridges but can also be converted to accept a remote line connection. You can fit Hammer Head barrels and muzzle breaks to it also.
The Tippmann TPX Paintball Pistol has all the benefits of being a Tippmann Sports Product: excellent customer service and manufacturing and the Tippmann Warranty.
This paintball pistol will be one of the hottest paintball products of 2009.
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Hello and Happy New Year!
What I'm trying to achieve:
- play Bluray MKVs with the highest quality without stuttering
- display subtitles
- use the play/pause and seeking functionality on the TV remote
How it fails:
- if I have the highest quality without stuttering + play/pause and seeking functionality, I don't have subtitles (tsMuxeR)
- if I have the highest quality without stuttering + subtitles, I don't have play/pause and seeking functionality (Plex Media Server)
- if I have the highest quality + subtitles, I have stuttering (Mencoder, highest quality)
- if I have subtitles + play/pause and seeking functionality + no stuttering, I don't have the highest quality (Mencoder, lower quality)
- Somehow make AVC work with subtitles
More details:
I've recently purchased a Sony Bravia 46HX850 TV and because the set doesn't have any SMB connectivity to just read and natively play the video files I need to stream and transcode all files via DLNA. I've traced the stuttering problem I'm having to network bandwidth limitations. I'm using wired Gigabit, but the set only uses 100Mbit, and all stuttering starts when the bitrate gets to 87Mbit. This obviously only happens when I play 1080p files, and even then the stuttering only happens when a zone of frames is full on details. The same problem happens when using either Mencoder or Avisynth/Mencoder with the highest quality. Problem disappears when lowering quality, but doing so defeats the purpose of viewing Blurays, so I'm not considering it. PS3MS's processor is an i7 which never goes above 10% usage with Mencoder or 1% usage with Avisynth+CoreAVC accelerated by my ATI card.
What I'm trying to accomplish here is playing Bluray MKVs with subtitles, but the Mencoder+the 100Mb network fail.
I then played with AVC streams output by tsMuxeR and found out that everything works perfectly. Everything except subtitles that is..
The picture is of the highest quality while the peak bitrate fits well inside the 87Mb cap.
I've tried most transcoding DLNA software out there and all of them fail in one way or another (with respect to my requirements above). None of them can play subtitles over AVC. None except Plex. This server is unique in that it plays the subtitles over the wonderful AVC codec, but the DLNA play pause and seeking functions bound to the TV's remote are shit. Pausing or seeking restarts the video. So this defeats the purpose of using a DLNA server (for my needs). I'm better off playing directly from the PC over HDMI, where I get both subs and the best of quality.
I've seen a thread on these forums dating back to 2010 where people were saying that there was no way (at that time) to get subs on tsMuxeR.
But then how is Plex doing it?


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Sue Zwick, a fine art
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solo shows have included venues such as The Durst Organization (NY), Johnson
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Ann Cannon Brown has done a remarkable job of building an online yarn empire for herself. Since I started purchasing from Elann four years ago, Ann has continually updated the site's technology. In late October 2000, she completely relaunched the site.
New features include an auto-email function to email you your password when you forget it, an auto-email function to email you confirmation of your order, three new search engines, and a new index of all the latest products added to the site.
Elann also now offers a new member discounts program on books. Every book you purchase from Elann now comes with vouchers, each worth $2.50 USD off a $25.00 USD yarn purchase. Each book displayed at the website now shows the number of vouchers you'll earn when you purchase it, and the number of vouchers shown will automatically be added to your customer account when you go through the checkout, and then automatically deducted from your future yarn purchases.
Bravo Ann!
A monthly newsletter tells of new specials, closeouts, and oddballs. Books come individually wrapped in paper to prevent damaging the cover -- a very nice touch.
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Mike Gordon,
Friday, 08/15/2008
Waterfront Park, Burlington, VT
Set 1: Another Door, Crumblin' Bones, She Said She Said, On a Bad Day[1], Milwaukee Here I Come[1], Andelmans' Yard[2], Traveled Too Far[2], Voices[2], The Walls of Time[2], Makisupa Policeman[2], Morphing Again, Meat
Encore: Alphabet Street
[1] Brett Hughes on guitar & vocals, Marie Claire on vocals.
[2] Page on keyboards.
Notes: This free gig was part of the Lake Champlain Maritime Festival and also featured an appearance by Bernie Sanders. "On a Bad Day" and "Milwaukee Here I Come" featured Brett Hughes on guitar vocals and Marie Claire on vocals. "Andelmans' Yard" through "Makisupa" featued Page on keyboards.
Musicians: Mike Gordon, Scott Murawski, Craig Myers, Tom Cleary, Todd Isler, Page McConnell (Guest), Marie Claire (Guest), Brett Hughes (Guest)


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New video - "GO GREEN" - Prolyphic & Buddy
"Go Green"
This was debuted on MTV Hive today:
Apparently, embedding youtube videos on this forum now makes them play automatically when you open the page. If anyone knows how to stop that please let me know.
Many thanks to Aupheus for putting together that video. It's magical. When we all watched it in the office together there was a collective giddiness. haha. Shit is awesome.
Working Man is available in all stores now! And, obviously, we have the MP3 and CD package deals at SFR:
The digital version is also available on Bandcamp:
Release days are always a mix of excitement and nervousness.
CONGRATS to Pro and Buddy on a job well done!
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Ahh, it's been a wonderful day. I've said it countless times before, I know, but I'm truly and sincerely honoured.
It's very exciting seeing/hearing the reaction to the album and the videos, so awesome. I'm really glad to have been a little part of this one - Aupheus damn near broke his neck getting this one finished, homie is an insane person. Carving 'Lil' Pro' (as he was known) and the animals from scratch & editing, and roping in some awesome assistants for the shoot, manually rocking the lip-synch. Crazy.
Unquantifiable love to Strange Famous and all within for everything, always. I don't have the words to thank y'all enough but it's a beautiful thing to see this out and about at long last.
And naturally, massive props and love to SFR followers and supporters for the shouts and airtime. Thank you!
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The beat, rap and video are fantastic.
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what a unique video! SFR continuing to pave roads. Buddy - SICK beat.
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That video is awesome.
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Fucking great.
But songs like this and Sim's One Dimensional Man make me want to give up recycling and drive a cadillac...
Is the green movement a dead end? Will businessmen ultimately win?
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Roger Craig Smith spoke to CBR news about playing Captain America on "Ultimate Spider-Man" and "Avengers Assemble," how stand-up comedy led to voice work, physically getting into character and more!
Courtesy of DC Comics, CBR presents an exclusive preview of the digital-first "Batman '66" #14 by Jeff Parker & Ruben Procopio. The sinister somnambulist, the Sandman, returns Oct. 2!
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The annual Montevideo St. Patrick's Day Parade is scheduled for Saturday, March 16, at 5:30 p.m.
Those participating in the parade will be lining up at 5 p.m. at the parking lot across from the Post Office.
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About the Book
"Colin Thubron is the intrepid, resourceful and immensely talented writer who has made a career out of going to out of the way places and then writing brilliantly about them."—Jonathan Yardley, Washington Post Book World
"Thanks to Thubron, we encounter a world which, in its beauty and awe, exceeds our imagination." —Ryszard Kapuscinski, author of Shah of Shahs and Imperium
New York Times bestselling author Colin Thubron returns with a moving, intimate, and exquisitely crafted travel memoir recounting his pilgrimage to the Hindu and Buddhist holy mountain of Kailas—whose peak represents the most sacred place on Earth to roughly a quarter the global population. With echoes of Peter Matthiessen's The Snow Leopard, Peter Hessler's Country Driving, and Paul Theoroux's Ghost Train to the Eastern Star, Thubron's follow up to his bestselling Shadow of the Silk Road will illuminate, interest, and inspire anyone interested in traveling the world or journeying into the soul.
Colin Thubron's To a Mountain in Tibet is a memoir of discovery and loss, chronicling the author's journey to the holiest mountain on earth, the solitary peak of Kailas in modern-day Tibet. To Buddhists and Hindus, it is the mystic heart of the world and an ancient site of pilgrimage. It has never been climbed.
Thubron undertakes this journey in the wake of his mother's death, using the pilgrimage as a lens to examine both his deeply felt loss and his lifelong need for solitude, which has shaped his career as a writer—one who travels to places far outside his own history and culture. A vivid and powerful travelogue through an evocative landscape, To a Mountain in Tibet provides a fascinating encounter with the mythic and spiritual traditions of a foreign culture—encapsulated in the wondrous insights of an intimate personal voyage.
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"Thubron walks for the dead and writes for the living, and I can't remember when I have been so thoroughly and deeply moved by an author's outward journey." — Bob Shacochis, Boston Globe
"One of the greatest contemporary travel writers. . . . As he guides us along these braiding trails, Thubron's moving evocation makes for an unforgettably enlightening journey." — National Geographic Traveler "Book of the Month"
"A powerful and hauntingly elegiac hybrid of travelogue and memoir" — Kirkus Reviews
"Engrossing and affecting…poignant evocations of his mother and sister, interwoven with his profound respect for the Tibetan culture and landscape, make Thubron's memoir an utterly moving read." — Publishers Weekly (starred review)
"The journey is the reward, for both writer and reader, in this rich, beautiful account of the landscape, people, culture, and politics of Tibet." — Booklist (starred review)
"Thubron has, as always, thoroughly researched his subject, so his descriptions of shadowy Buddhist shrines and wildly various religious supplicants are interspersed with eloquent accounts of Tibet's place in the imaginings of the West..." — New York Times Book Review
"Thubron has spent four decades writing in forceful and respectful ways of foreign lands, and To a Mountain in Tibet is no exception." — Wall Street Journal
"Like the works of Bruce Chatwin and Paul Theroux, Thubron's gorgeous, evocative writing transcends the genre and reads like great literature." — Carmela Ciuraru, Readymade.com
"More meditative than his sweeping Shadow of the Silk Road. . . . Walking with Thubron up the sacred mountain, strenuous as it is at times, is well worth the effort." — Philadelphia Inquirer
"With great elegiac precision…Thubron adroitly navigates the difficult line between an emotive personal memoir…and a vivid description of one of the most spectacular mountain journeys…" — Times Literary Supplement (London)
"[Thubron has] been called one of the world's greatest living travel writers. Few will doubt it, after they accompany him on this search for earthly sanctity." — Christian Science Monitor
"Thubron's descriptive writing is as dazzling as the scenery. His scholarship on the area's religious and political history is enthralling." — Financial Times
"One of the greats of contemporary travel writing . . . Thubron's transcendent prose places the reader directly on the path to Kailas, culminating with the final glimpse of the sacred site." — Seattle Times
"A masterpiece of travel writing..." — Hugh Thomas, Telegraph
"Not only the most revealing book he has ever published but also the most profound. . . . The telling . . . is masterly, with that sharp poetic eye for detail that is Thubron at his best." — Charles Allen, Spectator
"Thubron is a versatile painter of place…an expert guide for the region's complex topography…He is refreshingly clear and unintimidated…" — Los Angeles Times
Product Details
- Imprint: Harper Perennial
- On Sale: 03/06/2012
- Trimsize: 5.313 in (w) x 8 in (h) x 0.577 in (d)
- Pages: 256
- List Price: 15.99 USD
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Raiders turning to former star to coach football
Torrington's Gaitan Rodriguez had a pretty busy week. His wife, Amy, gave birth to their son, Gaitan III, on Tuesday morning. Later that day, he found out he was being recommended for the head football coaching position at Torrington High, where he was a two-way standout 16 years ago.
"I wish I would have bought a Lotto ticket on Tuesday," joked Rodriguez, 35.
On Thursday, he met with the returning players for an introductory meeting.
Rodriguez still has to be approved by the Board of Education, but he will almost certainly replace Dan Dunaj, who resigned in early January after a five-year tenure. Dunaj compiled a 30-21 overall record, including 6-4 in 2012.
"My first encounter with the kids was to tell them that I was excited to be their coach," said Rodriguez. "I wanted them to know it was not about me, but about them and Torrington football and what a privilege and honor it is to be their coach and to come back and lead a program that gave so much to me."
His former coach, Chris Medve, encouraged Rodriguez to be an educator and football coach.
A 1997 Torrington graduate and All-Naugatuck Valley League running back, Rodriguez coached with the Red Raiders from 1999 to 2005 before moving on to become the offensive coordinator with Sheehan of Wallingford.
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able to develop my coaching skills and know what it takes to run a program," he said.
Communication is among Rodriguez's top qualities. His career as a social worker in the Waterbury school system at two elementary schools will come in handy. He earned a master's degree in social work from UConn in 2010.
"My communication skills that I use every day will come in handy with the parents, the community and the kids," he said. "Growing up in Torrington, I can relate to them. I have that bond."
While Sheehan head coach John Ferrazzi, a former Kennedy standout, is sad to see Rodriguez leave Wallingford, he's glad to see him get an opportunity.
"Gaitan has been more than ready to be a head coach; he's been ready for a while," said Ferrazzi. "In many ways, it comes down to his knowledge of the game and his X's and O's. He's very sharp. As far as him developing relations with kids, on and off the field, he is really strong in that area. He has a genuine caring about kids and people, and that's what separates him. He's a very detail-oriented coach who I believe he will do great things."
Ferrazzi and Rodriguez were football teammates at Springfield College. Rodriguez later transferred to UConn.
Former Torrington quarterback Mike Ciesco, the current president of the '29 Club, which honors Torrington football players each year, was in high school when Rodriguez began his coaching career at Torrington.
"Gaitan wore the same helmet and uniform as we did," said Ciesco. "He was a real great player's kind of coach. He relates so well with kids. He's also so familiar with everything in Torrington, having gone from the midget level through high school. He's a real community person."
Former '29 Club president Ora Curry agreed, saying Rodriguez is the right person for the job. "Gaitan is very passionate about football, especially about Torrington," said Curry.
Rodriguez won the '29 Club award in 1996.
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Rated 2 out of 5 by Seth Beautiful denim, crude construction and details The unsanforized Japanese denim is gorgeous: deep blue, three dimensional, softening nicely with wear. However, I tried on three pairs to find the right size, and all three had construction issues. On the pair I'm wearing now, the stitching doesn't follow the curve of the pocket. Also the denim panels behind the front pockets are too small to stay hidden; so when I walk or sit, the seam between the denim and white cotton liner pops up through the top of the pocket. Disappointing for a garment at this price point, made in the USA for J. Crew's premium line. Sizing runs slightly large, and the waist has stretched about an inch with wear. In the proper size, the fit is flattering. February 11, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5 by Lawyer16 Beautiful dark denim Beautiful dark denim that softens amazingly over time. These jeans are definitely made to last! The dark denim goes just as well with a t-shirt as it does a button down and blazer. Despite what another review stated, I have not had any issues with the pockets or seams showing. However, keep in mind that W&B fits slightly different than 484 or 770 so be sure to try them on first unless you know that size you need. March 18, 2015
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Rated 5 out of 5 by SeanT great with some nice details These jeans are very well made. I like how they have hidden rivets on the back pocket, and the visible rivets have been shorn off and sanded down to look like they are made by hand. The weight of the denim is nice. They are rigid, but not overly stiff. These will be great in the winter, and can probably be worn on all but the warmest summer days. There is a review here that criticized the pockets. I compared these to another pair of jeans I have, and I don't see what the reviewer is talking about. This is a solid pair of premium jeans, and I look forward to wearing them for a long time. March 13, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5 by DJSazon Great denim Quality Japanese selvedge denim. Probably one of the nicest offerings of denim J. Crew has ever had. Right out of the package they have a really nice feel to them. I wasn't a fan of the W&B slim fit in jeans when it first came out but it has grown on me a lot. It's a very modern fit without being hipster skinny. I'm a 35-35.5 waist and the 34 fit me well, especially after a few days of wear and some stretch. One thing though - the denim has an odd smell to it...almost like a moth ball smell. I got two different pairs from two locations and they both had the same smell. Tried Febreezing it twice but it still remains. Still, I recommend these. June 27, 2015


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William Craig
William Craig, a controversial political leader from Northern Ireland who founded the Ulster Vanguard, died April 25 at the age of 86. Craig's political career ended in 1979 but his influence on Northern Ireland's politics will not soon be forgotten.
While studying to become a solicitor at Queen's University in Belfast, Craig founded the Unionist association. A few years later in 1953, he became chair of the Young Unionist Council, a position he held for several years. Throughout his political career, Craig worked in many areas of government, but he is most known for his time spent as Northern Ireland's home affairs minister, during the beginnings of the early Civil Rights marches in the 1970's. He was known for his willingness to use violence to suppress anyone who supported republicanism.
In 1972, he formed the Ulster Vanguard, a right wing group that vowed to resist a non-British regime.Craig began to develop a reputation for giving very provocative and threatening speeches. During one of his speeches he announced, "We must build up the dossiers on the men and women who are a menace to this country, because one day, ladies and gentlemen, if the politicians fail, it will be our duty to liquidate the enemy." For the last 25 years, Craig has been out of the political spotlight. He was born in Co. Tyrone in 1924 and is survived by his wife and their two sons.
John Delaney
John Delaney, an Irish businessman and founder of the online prediction market website Intrade, died on May 21, 2011, within 160 ft of Mount Everest's summit.
John Delaney was born near Dublin, Ireland in 1969 and raised in Ballinakill, Co. Laois. He earned an M.B.A. in finance from UCD and worked as an accountant early in his career. In 1999, Delaney founded Intrade, an online non-sports betting site.
On April 9, 2011, Delaney left for the Mount Everest expedition. An avid climber, this was his second attempt to climb Mount Everest after his first attempt five years ago ended due to bad weather. He was one among a climbing team of eighteen, including seven other climbers, eight Sherpas and two additional guides. On Friday, May 20th, the team left their camp at 27,230 feet to attempt to reach the summit. At approximately 28,870 feet, Delaney began to have difficulties and was moved down to 28,700 feet. He collapsed there and was pronounced dead after resuscitation attempts failed. Due to the hazardous conditions at that elevation, his body will remain on the peak.
Delaney is survived by his wife, Orla, his mother, Marcella, his brother and sister, two sons, Caspar and Alexander and his daughter Hope, born three days before his death.
Ryan Dunn
Ryan Dunn, 34, a star on the MTV show Jackass, passed away June 20th after a fatal car crash near his home in West Chester, PA.
Born in Ohio, Dunn moved to Philadelphia when he was 15 years old. On the first day of high school he met his future co-star Bam Margera. The duo began documenting their outrageous stunts and skateboard routines in the 90s, and eventually caught the eye of Johnny Knoxville who featured this footage on Jackass in 2000. Dunn began co-hosting the new show, Proving Ground, a week before he died.
Devastated fans have flocked to the scene of the accident, leaving flowers. A deeply saddened Bam Margera was interviewed at the crash sight. He told the New York Post, "He was the happiest person ever, the smartest person, with so much talent. He had so many things going for him. It's just not right, it's not right."
Police believe Dunn's Porsche 911 was going 130 mph when it jumped a guardrail, crashed into the woods, and burst into flames. A passenger, Zachary Hartwell, 30, also died in the accident. He had recently been married.
Dunn leaves behind his parents, Ronald Dunn and Linda Piscitello; his stepparents, his fiancée and siblings.
Garret FitzGerald
Leading politician, intellectual, economist and two-time Taoiseach of Ireland, Garret FitzGerald left behind a legacy of transformation, integrity and scholarship. The former Taoiseach passed away on May 19, in Dublin's Mater Private Hospital, following a short illness.
FitzGerald entered politics in 1965, when he was elected to Seanan Éireann. In 1969, he was elected to the Dáil as a TD for the Fine Gael party. There he served as spokesman for education and then spokesman for finance, until Fine Gael came to power in 1973, when then Taoiseach Liam Cosgrave appointed him Minister for Foreign Affairs. His broad understanding of and respect for Europe served him well in this role, as did his fluency in French, and he made many in-roads in terms of Ireland's relations throughout Europe.
In 1977, Fine Gael lost the general election and FitzGerald was chosen as leader of the party following Cosgrave's resignation. He served a brief term in office from June 1981 to March 1982, and was again Taoiseach from December 1982 until March 1987. His leadership was marked by great improvements in Ireland's relationship with Britain. The poignancy of the fact that he died as Queen Elizabeth made her historic trip to Ireland cannot be ignored.


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Honda's Troubles Multiply with Thailand Floods
Maybe you've been watching the photos coming out of Thailand. This one is of Honda's underwater assembly plant near Bangkok, which is likely to be out of commission for up to 6 months, affecting 3 percent of global output.
And who can forget the pictures from the earthquake/tsunami disaster in March that humbled Honda big-time? Plus the strong yen, which has contributed to Honda's recent announcement of quarterly profit falling 56 percent. U.S. sales dropped 22.3 percent, and revenue from nearly all regions was down.
The company is really taking it on the chin—and this at a time when U.S. auto sales are predicted to rise. Other companies, like Toyota, have also been affected by the floods, and there are all kinds of supply chain shortages.
We've written before about Honda's 2.5 million recalls and how Consumer Reports dissed the Civic. Now the bad press about the car has forced Honda to move up its efforts to redo the cheapened Civic, to sometime in 2013. By which time, the damage may have multiplied.
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A true queen of urban fantasy—the New York Times bestselling author of the wildly popular series featuring bounty hunter witch-turned-daywalking demon Rachel Morgan—the phenomenal Kim Harrison explores the Hollows more deeply than ever before in Into the Woods, her first collection of short stories.
Rachel is here, as are Jenks the pixie, elven tycoon Trent Kalamack, and an unholy host of vampires, demons, shapeshifters, ghosts, and other assorted supernatural beings, friends and foes.
Into the Woods combines original work, including a new Hollows novella, as well as all of Kim Harrison's previously published short fiction gathered together in one volume for the very first time. No true Hollows aficionado will want to pass this up—and readers of Laurell K. Hamilton, Kelley Armstrong, Patricia Briggs, and Jim Butcher; fans of Stephanie Meyer's Twilight novels and of paranormal romance superstars Christine Feehan and Sherrilyn Kenyon, will be likewise enchanted.
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For centuries, the woods have been a pivotal part of the wonder and danger of fairy tales, for once you enter anything can happen. Elves, druids, fairies—who knows what you will find once you dare step into the forest?
And now, New York Times bestselling author Kim Harrison ventures into these mysterious, hidden lands of magic and mystery in her first short-story collection. Into the Woods brings together an enchanting mix of brand-new, never-before-published stories and tales from Harrison's beloved, bestselling Hollows series.
The tales here include an original Hollows novella, Million-Dollar Baby, about Trent Kalamack's secret elven quest in Pale Demon; two original short stories, "Pet Shop Boys" and "Temson Woods," that explore just what happens when humanity and the supernatural collide; and two novelettes, "Spider Silk" and "Grace," set in new worlds of imagination and adventure. Into the Woods also contains all of the previously published Hollows short stories—together in one volume for the very first time.
Step into the woods and discover the magic for yourself.
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Critical Praise
"Hollows fans will be enthralled.....Harrison's talent for making supernaturals understandable, likable, and engaging is amply demonstrated in this strong collection." — Publishers Weekly on Into the Woods
"For the first time, all of Kim Harrison's shorter pieces are gathered together in one volume...A must read for Harrison fans." — Booklist on Into the Woods
"Whether exploring the backstory of Mia the banshee ("Dirty Magic") or trying out a different sort of supernatural creature (e.g., the dryad in "Temson Estates"), this collection should attract Harrison's sizable fan base." — Library Journal on Into the Woods
"I wouldn't miss a Kim Harrison book for anything." — Charlaine Harris
Product Details
- Imprint: Harper Voyager
- On Sale: 10/09/2012
- Pages: 528
- List Price: 9.99 USD
- BISAC1: FICTION / Fantasy / Collections & Anthologies
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Brand new in 2004 to the Maxum line-up of fun, family machines is the 2400 SC. Developed as the inspiration for the next generation of Maxum boats, the 2400 SC meets the needs of customers wanting a modern, cuddy cabin boat. Engineers incorporated all their best ideas of space management and utilized convertible seating, making the SC a versatile, overnight boat to use for skiing, fishing or just cruising on a beautiful day. Wrapped in a 22-degree deadrise hull with a high freeboard and a tempered glass windshield, the 2400 SC produces a secure, dry ride.
Transom Storage
At the stern of the boat is an innovative touch to a runabout. Most cruisers use the concept of a transom trunk, but Maxum has proven that it works great on day boats as well. It is the best spot to store snorkel gear, fenders and lines. The extended swim platform is large enough for several people and includes a hideaway ladder for boarding. Another good idea is the small, padded transom seat that is notched into the trunk's hatch. Finishing off the stern on the starboard side is a roomy transom walk-through that can be secured by a padded door.
Cockpit Layout
The cockpit layout is available in two slightly different variations. Our test boat came equipped with the standard plan, which is comprised of an aft bench seat for three adults, a bucket seat for the captain, and a sleeper seat for the companion and observer. The convertible aft seating can be changed by removing jump seats, or by swapping in the snack table for any variety of seating arraignments. The center section is a fiberglass engine hatch that is assisted by a pair of long gas struts. Once opened, there's plenty of room for checking fluids, but performing some maintenance items will be tough. Neatly recessed into the starboard side gunwale is a removable insulated cooler for beverages. You'll also find sturdy, vinyl grab rails and padded coaming panels mounted throughout the cockpit.
Forward in the cockpit, on the port side, is a mechanized sleeper seat for two. By moving a couple of levers and sliding the seat forward, then aft, the seat becomes a sun lounge for one. Under the seat is a small storage compartment for sunscreen and charts. In the sole of the boat, between the forward seating, is a ski locker that is wide enough for several wakeboards.
The Helm
The helm is where the designers at Maxum really excelled. The dash is high-tech with its pod style layout and aluminized trim and gauge bezels. The Premium Package displays eight separate instruments, giving you all you'll need to keep an eye on the engine. Accessory power switches and the JBL stereo are mounted next to the steering column for easy access. A tilt steering wheel and flip-up bottom bolster on the captain's swivel, bucket seat, will make for a more comfortable ride and complete the helm.
One of my favorite aspects of this boat is the large, molded steps in the helm console. Theses steps, two- stainless steel grab handles and a sure-footed, non-skid deck, make the bulbous foredeck easy going. At the bow, is a jumbo anchor locker with securing hardware inside and anchor roller forward for quick deploying of the hook.
The Cabin
A one piece sliding acrylic door, reveals a cozy, yet comfortable cabin. The fully lined cabin offers plush, V-berth style seating with a thick cushion. A filler board and cushions, convert the area into comfortable sleeping accommodations. Or, you can insert the snack table for a simple dining area. On the starboard side, an optional porta-potti is stowed neatly and concealed by a folding door. Topping off the foredeck is a large round Bomar hatch which supplies fresh air and light into the SC's cabin.
Swim Platform
With the bolt on swim platform attached, the SC's overall length measures in at exactly 26 feet. The hull's beam of 8 feet, 6 inches will draw 36 inches of water with the Bravo One's propeller in the down position. Her well appointed amenities brings the weight of this boat to a hearty 4,600 pounds. As you might expect, the boat does feel a bit heavy during acceleration and handling, but makes up for it when the water gets choppy.
If you opt for the upgraded engine package, which comes with a MerCruiser 350 Mag MPI, then top speeds of 49.2 miles per hour can be reached with the engine turning at 4,700 rpm. Cruise speed will be around 34.3 miles per hour at 3500 rpm, delivering 3.3 miles to the gallon and a 206 mile cruising range before fill up. Combining great fuel economy with modern conveniences and attractive styling cues, the 2400 SC is one cuddy cabin boat that should not be overlooked.
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by Maria K. Robinson, Seattle University
Traditionally, mathematics courses are not heralded as participation courses. Many students come to their math classes expecting simply to listen or at most take notes rather than to actively participate. Typically, they are rarely called upon to answer questions that have been asked by the professor. As the effects of Reform Calculus are hitting the country many professors are now expecting more interaction with their students. But how can this participation be assessed? This note describes a quantitative way of assessing class participation that reaches students with different learning styles and promotes interaction between the students and the instructor.
I believe that students learn better when they are actively engaged in the lecture. In order to promote this, I ask my students questions that I expect them to answer. I try to avoid ?yes/no? questions; the questions I ask are generally open-ended. I may ask a question to introduce the topic, or for an idea on how to approach a problem. In many classes the participation grade may be assessed at the end of the course when the instructor is trying to decide if students with a border-line grade should receive the higher grade or not. This system relies on the instructor?s memory of the entire semester. Others assess participation by recording the student?s name as soon as they participate. However this method interrupts the flow of the lecture and gives the appearance of grading students. I have devised a way of assessing the participation grade that does not rely on my memory and minimizes the interruption to the lecture. When a student answers a question, either correctly or incorrectly, I toss him a Koosh Ball. Also, when students ask their own questions or answer each other?s questions, I toss them a Koosh. I typically only let a student earn one Koosh per class meeting. An exception can be made if a student provides a really insightful response or asks a really insightful question. At the end of class the students who have received a Koosh come to the front of the classroom. While there they write the number of Kooshes they received during that lecture on a spreadsheet with their name and the date of the class. They also use this opportunity to return the Koosh to me. The spreadsheet facilitates tabulating each student?s participation grade. Since the participation grade is only 5% of a student?s total grade there is not much incentive to cheat.
I try to create an environment where every student is encouraged to participate in class. However, not all students are comfortable speaking in front of their peers. In order that these shy students not be penalized, I have devised other ways of awarding Koosh points. A shy student who has many questions can earn a Koosh point by attending office hours and asking questions about the material. If my office hours are inconvenient a student can also earn a Koosh point by emailing me questions. However, not all shy students will attend office hours or email me. They can also earn Koosh points by completing a variety of small written assignments. In a proof class, for example, these assignments might ask the student to prove a statement that is beyond the scope of the standard exercises. By this I mean that either the proof technique required has not been taught in class or the concepts in the statement have not been covered in class. In other classes I may ask the students to write a paper on a topic that was covered briefly during a lecture. For example, in a Calculus II class I ask the students to research Gabriel?s Horn. I may ask students in an Introduction to Linear Algebra class to write a summary of an article from either a journal or the Internet where concepts from linear algebra are used. They may choose any article they desire. I only ask that when they submit their written report that they also submit a copy of the article. Because these writing assignments are often more intense than answering a question in class or attending office hours, I will award up to five points per assignment.
I have used this system, with slight modification, for six semesters. This past year, I collected feedback from my students. The following questions had an answer that was significantly (a=0.05) above neutral. Students in my Introduction to Statistics course at the sophomore level agreed with the statement ?Participation of other students helps me learn the material.? Students in Calculus II also agreed with that statement. Students in Linear Algebra agreed with the following statements: ?I like the ?Koosh? method of assessing class participation? and ?I feel the ?Koosh? system is fair to all students.? Finally, students in Engineering Math, a junior level course, not only agreed to all the statements already mentioned, but they also agreed to the following: ?Participating in class helps my performance (grade),? ?The participation grade has encouraged me to pay more attention in class,? and ?I learn more by participating in class.?
I am quite excited by the results of the survey, especially for Engineering Math. I was apprehensive about incorporating the participation grade in this particular class because the stereotypical engineering student does not participate in class. Therefore they would thrive in environments where they only take notes. This particular class was comprised of hard-working individuals who really enjoyed the stimulating interaction of the class. I think that the participation grade actually made the course easier for some students because in order to participate in class they needed to stay current with the material that was being presented.
The survey to which the students responded also allowed them to make
additional comments or suggestions. Here are a few of these comments:
?In general, I like it. The class atmosphere tends to be more enjoyable.?
?I know that there are some kids who are shy and don?t like to speak up in class, and I think this encourages them.?
?People told me that it was a difficult class, but it has been made so easy.?
?I like to participate when I want to, not have to for a grade.? {I see this as a negative comment ? but it?s fine that not everyone is happy with the system, particularly if the class learns more.}
?While the system did not completely motivate me to overcome my reluctance to speak in class, it did help considerably.?
Overall, I believe that the Koosh system is a successful way to encourage
students to participate in a mathematics class and to assist students to
be successful in the class because they are motivated to stay current with
the material. It promotes an active-learning environment, most students
believe that they benefit, and it does not disrupt the flow of the lecture.
The Innovative Teaching Exchange is edited by Bonnie Gold.


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Authorities have identified a man who died while scuba diving near Vergas.
The Otter Tail County Sheriff's Office says he was James Reardon, 51, of Pierz.
Reardon was diving Saturday afternoon with a friend on Lake Seven when he went missing. His friend summoned help, and Reardon was found about 20 minutes after authorities arrived.
Sheriff Brian Schlueter (SHLOO'-ter) says Reardon was an experienced diver and no problems were found with his equipment.
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Justin Beiber and Selena Gomez are back together enough to where they were spotted skiing in Utah with ... Taylor Swift and Harry Styles.
It's all I can do to keep myself from screaming.
No ... really.
That's a lot of star power for one mountain. According to People.com, the quartet was spotted at The Canyons resort in Park City the weekend before Christmas, with experienced skiers Swift, 23, and Styles, 18, hitting the slopes. The more novice Gomez, 20, also skied after a lesson. Bieber, 18, went snowboarding with his bodyguards.
That's right. You better not be a tree that looks at Chilly Biebs the wrong way with that posse.
The two couples stayed in separate rental houses at the Colony in Park City, and Swift and Styles had a cozy lunch together at the resort's Red Pine Lodge.
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Yesterday I went to beCamp 2008 along with four roomfuls of other people interested in technology (perhaps close to 100 people total). The conference was a lot of fun. Not everything went as planned, but that was as planned. This was an Open Spaces conference and I thought it worked very well. From an email Eric Pugh sent:
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The macintosh OS (not sure about OSx) uses a dual forked file system, unlike the rest of the world ;-). Every macintosh file has a data fork and a resource fork. When a dual forked file hits a single forked file system, something has to go, and it is the resource fork. This was recognized as a problem (bad idea to begin with) and apple started recomending that developers avoid sticking vital file info in the resource fork portion of a file, but some files are still very sensitive to this. The main ones to watch out for are macintosh font files and executables, once the resource fork is gone from a mac font or an executable it is useless. To protect the files they should be stuffed or zipped prior to upload to protect the resource fork.
Most mac ftp clients (like fetch) allow files to be uploaded in Macbinhex, which will also protect the resource fork when transfering files via ftp. I have not seen this equivilent in any mac browser (but I haven't done too much digging either).
FYI, apple does have an old utility called ResEdit that lets you manipulate the resource fork portion of a file.


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Friday August 10, 2012
Martinez, Ga--In high school football, one thing you learn to adapt to is the turnover from one year to the next. But every now and then, the graduation somehow skips you over. That's Augusta Christian in 2012.
Keith Walton's Lions don't have every starter back, but it might feel like it when you watch them play. Starting with four-year starting quarterback Tyler Roberson, to running backs Thomas Banks and Sean Sweeting, and on from there, A.C. is full of experience, and that will be huge.
"We've all been going together since 7th grade and middle school, and we all just have that chemistry and stuff. That's the reason we'll probably be better than we were last year because we're just like a group." said Sean Sweeting
"We went from spring to 7-on-7, and we were able to put stuff in at 7-on-7 that we hadn't worked on since the year before, but they all knew it because they've been in the system so long. That helps out a lot." added Keith Walton
Of course, that doesn't mean it's smooth sailing on the way to a state title. Hammond has sent the Lions home the last two seasons and has won five the past six state titles, so the lions know who their competition is
Still beat Hammond. That's the king of the crop right now. They're on top. Until we beat them, they're the kings." added Walton
"When we see Hammond, we're going to end their season this year. It's going to be the opposite. It's not that we don't like them. It's just that we don't like them because they win." said Sweeting
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MILLS RIVER — Helen Kimzey Evans, 94, of Mills River, died on Monday, November 5, 2012 at The Haven in the Village at Carolina Place. She was born on October 19, 1918 in Mills River, NC to the late Daniel L. Kimzey and Ellen Corpening Kimzey. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Floyd Evans, a brother, Albert Kimzey, and her sister Carolyn Kimzey.
Helen was a life long resident of Mills River, NC until her health declined and she then moved to The Haven in Pineville, NC. She graduated from Blanton's (formerly Cecil's) business school in Asheville, NC. She worked as a secretary at Olin Corporation for many years, and then as a receptionist for Dr. H.B. Norton for over 20 years. She was a life long member of Mills River Presbyterian Church where she served as treasurer for 42 years. During her active membership she served on the board of Deacons, taught Sunday school and sang alto in the church choir. She was active in the Presbyterian Women's Association and received an honorary life membership award in 2004. Helen loved gardening, music, the Blue Ridge Mountains and spending time with her family and friends. She was a wonderful cook and seamstress. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy.
Helen is survived by her three daughters: Nancy Vaeth, and her husband John of Slidell, LA, Robin Essex and her husband Walter of Gastonia, NC, and Janie Jackson and her husband Leland of Belmont, NC, three granddaughters: Jessica Vaeth, Jennifer Jackson, and Catherine Jackson, one great grandchild: Dean Watts, and a sister in law, Roberta Lowe.
A visitation will be held on Thursday November 8, 2012 from 6:00-8:00 P.M. at Mills River Presbyterian Church, 10 Presbyterian Church Rd., Mills River, NC 28759. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday November 9, 2012 at Mills River Presbyterian Church Cemetery with the Rev. Randall Boggs officiating.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in memory of Helen to Mills River Recreation Foundation, Inc. P.O. Box 111 Horse Shoe, NC 28742.
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On Jan. 9, with her family by her side, Arnetta Ann (Clark) Eaton peacefully made her journey to heaven after a brief yet courageous battle with advanced brain cancer.
Arnetta, an only child born to the late Robert (Bob) and Lillian (Suits) Clark, began her life in Santa Monica, Calif., on Feb. 5, 1945. She spent the early 1950s in Casa Grande, Ariz., where her parents farmed cotton with her aunt and uncle, Bob and Regina (Clark) McIlveen, their son Robert and her paternal grandparents, John and Callie (Ferguson) Clark. The remainder of her formative years were spent growing up and attending parochial school in California, where she formed what became two lifelong friendships with Janie Schiesl and Patricia (Rex) Kelly-Brown.
She moved to Eagle in 1961 when her father was appointed to assume the position of Undersheriff following the shooting death of her grandfather, John Clark, while in the line of duty.
Arnetta had a love for all things Colorado. Her favorite things included spending time with her much loved "Granny" Callie. When she met that boy with the "beautiful eyes and the 46' Ford Coupe" while working at the Eagle Theatre for her aunt and uncle, Johnnie and Lloyd Greve, it made her decision to stay in Eagle an easy one when her parents decided to return to California. She graduated from Eagle Valley High School in 1963. "That boy" was Herb Eaton of Eagle and he became the love of her life. In May 1964 they began what would become 46 wonderful years together. Together they built their entire lives around their family. They had two children, Michael A. Eaton and Tiffeny M. Eaton.
As an only child, Arnetta had a great appreciation for all those who were a part of her life. She often referred to her cousins Connie (Greve) Bunton, Sue Greve, Susan (Davis) Gardner, and MaryAnn Davenport, and sisters-in-law Linda (Eaton) Propernick and Brenda (Eaton) Nunn (deceased) as the sisters she never had. They each meant the world to her and had a very special place in her heart.
Arnetta worked for Vail Associates at Vail/Beaver Creek in ski school and ticket operations. She also worked for the Eagle County Clerk and Recorder's office until she became a full-time homemaker and grandmother in the late 1980s.
Her most precious gifts in life were her grandchildren. She dearly loved and cherished every minute she had with all of them. Affectionately known as "Grammie" or "Netta," she looked forward to planning or hosting a favorite birthday or holiday dinner, attending a baseball or football game, making costumes for Halloween or school performances, or simply sitting for hours just visiting about life with each one of them. In recent years she was most proud of her ability to master the computer and text messaging; she did it solely with the intent to communicate daily with her now-grown grandchildren.
A true lady with such beauty and grace, it only seems fitting she had a passion for her surroundings outdoors and the nature it encompassed. With much delight, she anticipated the arrival of a herd of elk in the winter or the return of a bald eagle perched on a tree above Brush Creek. She spent countless hours each summer trying to make her creation - her wildflower garden - more beautiful than it was the year before.
Arnetta joined her deeply missed son Michael in eternity. She is survived by her husband, Herb Eaton; and daughter, Tiffeny Eaton, both of Grand Junction; her beloved grandchildren, Kayla (Jimmie) Neeley of Weesatche, Texas; and her three children, Trey, Taitlyn and Tripp Mead of Carbon County, Utah; Catherine Eaton of Phoenix, Ariz.; Tyler Conway of Grand Junction; Travis Conway of Eagle; and her precious little Callie Eaton-Bruckner of Grand Junction; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; all of which she cherished so very much.
There will be a memorial service for Arnetta at 2 p.m. on Saturday Feb. 4, at Callahan Edfast Mortuary, 2515 Patterson, Grand Junction. A celebration of her life will follow immediately at the home of Bob McIlveen and Lisa Hanlon, 323 31st Road Grand Junction. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made at any First Bank location or by calling the First Bank of Avon (970) 949-0100 c/o the Arnetta Eaton Memorial Fund.


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DOE Delivers $354 Million for Energy Efficiency Projects in 22 States
DOE awarded more than $354 million in funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act on September 14 to 22 states in support of energy efficiency and conservation activities. Under DOE's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program, these states will implement programs that lower energy use, reduce carbon pollution, and create green jobs locally. States receiving funding include: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, Texas, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
The awards to the State Energy Offices will be used to support energy efficiency priorities on a state level as well as to fund local conservation projects in smaller cities and counties. At least 60% of each state's award will be passed through to local cities and counties not eligible for direct EECBG awards from DOE. The EECBG Program provides formula grants to states, cities, counties, territories, and federally-recognized Indian tribes to implement energy efficiency projects locally. Eligible efforts include the development of energy efficiency and conservation strategies, the development and implementation of advanced building codes and inspections, the creation of financial incentive programs for energy efficiency improvements, the delivery of energy efficiency audits and retrofits, the creation and implementation of transportation programs, and the installation of renewable energy technologies on municipal buildings. See the DOE press release, and for a full list of awards to date, visit the EECBG Program Web site.


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STOCKTON - The San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office dispatched deputies to three west Stockton locations on reports of residential burglaries over a span of about 90 minutes Friday, authorities said.
Deputies went to the 2200 block of Edgewater Court about 10:15 a.m. after homeowners were awakened by intruders, authorities said. The intruders stole a black Lab puppy and fled in a maroon Toyota, which was later located by the Stockton Police Department. The driver of the vehicle, whose name was not available, was arrested, and the puppy was returned to its owners, authorities said.
At 10:48 a.m., deputies responded to the 6500 block of North Pershing Avenue after two men were seen trying to enter a vacant house. One of the men, Joshua Roberson, 36, was arrested on an outstanding warrant for parole violation, authorities said.
An hour later, deputies were dispatched to the 6000 block of Harrisburg Place on a report of a burglary in progress. Kevin Hanes, 22, and Tinisha Mamberry, 22, were arrested on suspicion of burglary, receiving stolen property and conspiracy to commit a crime, authorities said. A third burglar escaped through the back of the house, deputies said.
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