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Somebody who finds great pleasure in the art of Computer Programming.
Synonymous with: Hacker, Programmer
Synonymous with: Hacker, Programmer
That weird geek spends time programming all day, what a coder.
af Yo Mama 23. januar 2003
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Slang word, used by idiots, for the term 'programmer'. Often used by communities for Private Servers. There are related words such as 'Code' or 'Coding'.
He's our Coder.
af PhosphorusX 5. august 2010
The low end of the scale as far as software engineers go.
When you've finished the design, give it to the coders and let them implement it.
af Kurt N. 25. marts 2004
a bitchy old, pregnant man with a beer belly. not just old but he ancient, he was in the same class as jesus when they were kids.
ugh he's such a coder!
why is he being such a coder?
he needs to stop being such a coder!
why is he being such a coder?
he needs to stop being such a coder!
af noah delia 6. juni 2011
short for code infraction, used at Delbarton, get three and you're strongly encouraged to leave the school.
shizzle got a coder.
af impreza 15. december 2003
All who say 'coder' or 'codar' are fagots. It is correctly said as 'programmer'
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quote: Don't be daft Swash
quote: If Moto were to use Gorilla Glass 3 coupled with a newly designed Kevlar body...
quote: ...Moto could even make them water resistant and dust proof...
quote: If anything, this was either heavy lobbying on Apples part, of the decision makers simply already use apple devices for personal use (don't forget, most lawmakers are old farts who need simplified devices) so they felt more comfortable with that than considering other options.
quote: Plus presumably the military would be hoping to get OS updates which are guaranteed on iOS and are rare on Android
quote: They could engineer their own android distro with insanely secure measures and then deploy that to all the Android devices. With Apple... fat chance of getting more security software side.

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Heartbreak: A Pitcher Trapped Inside a Catcher's Body
What does a Cubs player do when he realizes that he is a pitcher trapped inside a position player's body? Well, he goes to Fitch Park for a Transpositional Assignment Conversion.
How does it work?
Although hormones are usually not required, the former position player does have to throw away his bats and batting gloves, and (in the case of catchers) his shin guards, chest protector, mask-helmet, and industrial-strength protective cup.
The player (er, pitcher) then has to start running. A lot. And then he has to learn to bitch and moan about having to run. But it's all part of the transition from position player to pitcher.
And so in the grand tradition of Carlos Marmol, Randy Wells, Blake Parker, Adalberto Mendez, Leonel Perez (and others), still another Cubs minor league position player will be making the conversion to pitcher.
And, no, it's not Ryan Harvey (yet).
With the best arm among the catchers in the Cubs system, Jake Muyco consistently throws out 50%+ opposing base-stealers each season. But he also struggles to hit .200 and has no power (although he makes up for it by being a slow runner).
So tomorrow 23-year old Jake Muyco (2005 8th Round draft pick out of NC State) will be arriving at Fitch Park (Extended Spring Training) to begin life as a pitcher.
As part of the move sending Muyco to EXST to become a pitcher, C-1B Steve Clevenger has been promoted from Daytona to Tennessee, C-1B-3B Blake Lalli moves up from Peoria to Daytona, and 2B-LF Elvis Lara (supposedly) will be going from EXST to Peoria. To that end, the Cubs had Lara play 2B today (he was moved from 2B to LF at the start of EXST), presumably because he will be playing some 2B at Peoria.
2B-OF Jeffrey Rea (rehabbing a sore arm at EXST since the end of Minor League Camp) was supposed to get the promotion to Peoria, but he strained a quad running the bases in a game on Tuesday and so he will apparently be remaining at Fitch Park until he can get that problem resolved.
Also, 18-year old Korean RHP Dae-Eun Rhee is supposedly in Chicago getting an MRI on his sore arm, after which (depending on the outcome) he could return to Peoria, or (more likely) he could be diverted to Mesa for a rehab stint at EXST. Hopefully he won't need surgery.
As fans of Cubs Extended Spring Training well know, Thursday is Camp Day, which means an early morning work-out followed by an intrasquad game of indeterminable length.
Rehabbing RHP Billy Petrick (shoulder) threw an inning today, and got hit fairly hard. RHP Chris Huseby (at EXST to work on his mechanics) made his first game appearance of EXST, and looked OK (not great, but OK). And RHPs Billy Muldowney and Todd Blackford (both rehabbing from 2007 TJ surgery) threw two innings each, and Blackford was especially sharp today (he couldn't throw strikes last time out). I would think it's quite possible that Blackford could replace Rhee at Peoria if the Cubs wish to maintain a 13-man pitching staff there.
Today's intrasquad game was kind of weird and complicated, because there weren't enough healthy position players to field two teams (Rea is out with the quad strain, Bryan Jost is down with a groin injury, Gian Guzman is sick with the flu, Brandon Guyer still can't throw, and one or two of the catchers were constantly busy warming-up pitchers in the bullpen for most of the game). I offered to play LF in exchange for a free dinner at the Olive Garden, but they said they don't give away gift cards this time of year.
So although the pitchers threw for either Squad "A" or Squad "B," the position players rotated back and forth from the field to the bench. There was really only one "team" and no "batting order" as such (or maybe I should say the batting order changed with each inning). For what it's worth, Squad "B" beat Squad "A" 4-3.
So here is a goofy looking abridged box score, but it's the best I can do given the circumstances:
Dwayne Kemp, 2B: 0-1 (2 R, BB, HBP, SB)
Starlin Castro, SS: 1-3 (R, BB, K, GIDP, SB, CS)
Luke Sommer, 1B-LF: 0-3 (R, BB, K)
Nelson Perez, RF: 2-3 (2 RBI, R, SB)
Luis Bautista, 1B: 0-3 (K)
Drew Rundle, CF: 1-2 (3B, RBI, 2 BB)
John Contreras, 3B-1B: 1-4 (2B, 3 RBI, 2 K)
Elvis Lara, LF-2B: 2-2 (R, HBP, 2 SB)
Jose Made, 2B-SS: 1-3 (CS)
Roberto Sabates, DH: 0-4 (K, GIDP)
Junior Lake, SS-3B: 2-4 (K, CS)
Andres Quezada, CF: 0-3 (K)
Kevin Soto, RF: 0-4 (2 K)
Alvaro Sosa, C: 1-2 (CS)
Carlos Perez, C: 1-2 (R, BB)
Jose Guevara, PH: 0-1
1. Chris Huseby - 1.0 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 1 BB, 0 K, 1 GIDP
2. Billy Muldowney - 2.0 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 1 K
3. Rogelio Carmona - 2.0 IP, 3 H, 1 R, 0 BB, 0 K, 1 HBP
4. Carlos Rojas - 1.0 IP, 2 H, 3 R, 2 BB, 1 K, 1 HBP
NOTE: Rojas outing cut-short with three runs scored & no outs in inning
1. Billy Petrick - 1.0 IP, 2 H, 2 R, 0 BB, 1 K (15 pitches - 3 BB/12 K)
2. Dionis Nunez - 3.0 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 1 BB, 3 K
3. Cody Hams - 2.0 IP, 1 H, 1 R, 2 BB, 1 K, 1 GIDP
4. Todd Blackford - 2.0 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 3 K
1. Jose Made fumbled ground ball at SS
2. D. Nunez overthrew second base on pick-off attempt allowing baserunner to advance to 3rd.
3. Hams threw pick-off attempt over first-baseman's head allowing runner to advance two bases
C. Perez: 2-4 CS
Sosa: 2-5 CS
WEATHER: Hot and sunny again (and it will probably stay like that until November)
ATTENDANCE: 2 (me and some other guy)
Re: Heartbreak: A Pitcher Trapped Inside a Catcher's Body
AZ Phil - thanks for the updates, as always most appreciated. Quick question - are the Cubs the leaders in doing these kinds of transitions with their players? I know other clubs have converted position players into pitchers, but it seems like the Cubs have more experience with it than most.
Re: Heartbreak: A Pitcher Trapped Inside a Catcher's Body
The Humorous side of AZ Dr. Phil? Will he be here all week? Tip your waiters!
Re: Heartbreak: A Pitcher Trapped Inside a Catcher's Body
I like the fact that the club is willing to spend time and money on the chance that prospects not working out in their original intent may be able to contribute in another role. For all the grief we've given the Cubs for their farm system in the past, this seems like an innovative way to maximize your resources.
Re: Heartbreak: A Pitcher Trapped Inside a Catcher's Body
True. It wasn't that long ago Carlos Marmol was catching. Now he's a god (Zeus, actually). If you object to my calling him a god, check out his career MLB numbers:
3 Years in the MLB:
Take out 2006, when he was a starter and his ERA drops well below 2.00
... one more thing about Marmol, it's conceivable that he'll win a Cy Young or two someday.
Re: Heartbreak: A Pitcher Trapped Inside a Catcher's Body
Unless he becomes Mariano Rivera or the Cubs make him a starter again, it seems like a bit of a stretch for him to win a Cy Young. He'll be competing in his prime with guys like Zambrano, Yovani Gallardo, Cole Hamels, Oliver Perez, Chad Billingsley, Adam Wainwright, Aaron Harangue, Dan Haren, Brandon Webb, Tim Lincecum, Matt Cain, and Jake Peavy. So even if we assume he's going to be by far the best reliever in the majors, which is not exactly a safe bet (though so far he has been great and will likely continue to be great), he'd have to also prove more valuable than any of the rest of those starters, plus any young guys who might emerge on the scene.
Delivery Man of the year? That seems more within his reach. He's definitely handicapped in the Cy Young contest by being a reliever, and a setup man at that. Not to mention he might pitch 120 innings out of the pen this year and screw up his arm because Piniella loves him so much.
Re: Heartbreak: A Pitcher Trapped Inside a Catcher's Body
Game time... which one is Mariano River, which one is Carlos Marmol?
Player A -------- 2007 71.1 IP, 74K, 3.15 ERA, 1.12 WHIP, .248 BAA 2008 9.0 IP, 8K, 0.00 ERA, 0.44 WHIP, .133 BAA Player B -------- 2007 69.1 IP, 96K, 1.43 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, .169 BAA 2008 15.1 IP, 20K, 1.76 ERA, 0.65 WHIP, .137 BAA
And let me add that it would be one thing if this guy were a 'flash in the pan', but watch him pitch. There is *no doubt* why this guy is putting up these numbers. He's absolutely electric.
Re: Heartbreak: A Pitcher Trapped Inside a Catcher's Body
Actualy, I messed up. I noted Rivera because I was under the mistaken impression that he had won a Cy Young award as a closer.
What closers have? In a very, very brief search I've found only Eric Gagne.
That was basically what I was trying to say--that few relief pitchers are seriously considered for the Cy Young and that Marmol will have to be otherworldly out of the pen to even get votes against starters.
I completely agree that Marmol is a great pitcher, but I suspect that if you want him to have a real chance to win a Cy Young award you'll also have to hope they make him a starter again, just based on the biases of the award.
Re: Heartbreak: A Pitcher Trapped Inside a Catcher's Body
Alright, cool. But I'm contending that he is otherworldly, and someday, maybe a few years down the road when people take him more seriously, yes, he could win a Cy Young.
Re: Heartbreak: A Pitcher Trapped Inside a Catcher's Body
Relievers who have won Cy Young Awards:
Mike Marshall 1974
Sparky Lyle 1977
Bruce Sutter 1979
Rollie Fingers 1981
Willie Hernadez 1984
Steve Bedrosian 1987
Mark Davis 1989
Dennis Eckersly 1992
Eric Gagne 2003
It happens, just not all that often.
Re: Heartbreak: A Pitcher Trapped Inside a Catcher's Body
MLB was reliever crazy in the late 70s into the 80s...
eck and gangne deserve theirs, imo...
most of those guys in the 80s didnt.
to note just how f'n crazy reliever-love got...willie hernandez in 84 also won the MVP.
Re: Heartbreak: A Pitcher Trapped Inside a Catcher's Body
woah...muyco pitching?
it makes a lotta sense, but it should be interesting.
i dont recall him pitching at NCSU, but that's not unusual for these transition guys. it's a huge change...but so is not playing organized baseball because you've dead ended in your traditional area.
Re: Heartbreak: A Pitcher Trapped Inside a Catcher's Body
Hey AZ Phil,
Can you give any news on pitching prospect Scott Meyer? I saw in one of your earlier posts he was recovering from injury. Any news would be appreciated.
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If it's any consolation, Corey Patterson and Jerry Hairston J(uice)r. got picked off first base yesterday.
Re: Oh-Man
No worries, E-Man. We dumped not only him, but also Infante, for a kid with a really, really, live arm.
Re: Heartbreak: A Pitcher Trapped Inside a Catcher's Body
Yeah, but Oh - Man was still a jerk here, and not a great guy to have in your clubhouse (at least if you're the Cubs) - so less is more in this instance. Sometimes a change in scenery does wonders for your attitude.
Another Outstanding Column by Doug Glanville is up
I recall seeing an electric young pitcher, Kerry Wood, when he was the ripe old age of 19. He had yet to set foot in a major league stadium when we watched him pitch in an instructional league game in Arizona. Nevertheless, that didn't stop me and everyone else from realizing that he was a man among boys.
It Gets Late Early Out There
Re: Heartbreak: A Pitcher Trapped Inside a Catcher's Body
"With the best arm among the catchers in the Cubs system, Jake Muyco..."
With all due respect, I believe that distinction goes to Wellington Castillo. I've seen both players extensively at Peoria and there is no question that Castillo has the superior arm. In fact, Oscar Bernard had a better arm than Muyco. I guess that's why the Cubs tried converting him to a pitcher as well.
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Soler likely to return Sunday, Maddon says
Right now, I'd like to see the Mets first, Giants 2nd.
I believe that since most of the team from last years' NLCS is on the squad this year, they will really amp their game up even more to kick their ass in payback for 2015.
The Giants just do not have the depth in years past, and I think all things equal - and at Wrigley - they could handle them.
I do not want to see the Cards, period. Or their fans, media, or Joe Buck.
I don't want to play Braves in the first round. Any friggin team in the league can win 3 of 5..I hate the first round. Furthermore, I wanted to play the Marlins in 2003 and the Mets over Dodgers last year.
With that said in reverse order:
3. Cardinals: It will be devastating to lose in the first round, but even worse to their main rival. It is increased incentive for the Cardinals, especially after last year. Cards would have nothing to lose, Cubs have everything to lose.
2. Giants: Rotation in the playoffs scare me a bit, but what a lousy team.
1. Mets--because of the losses in the rotation
2. Giants--because they're not the team they were BUT they maybe have bullshit even-year magic?
3. Cardinals--because rivalry and not making the playoffs hurts them more than losing in the NLDS plus getting eliminated by them in the playoffs would make for horrible sports commentary next throughout next season.
Who's asking?
CLE/DET rained out last night already, possible rain-outs in New York (vs. Baltimore), Boston(vs. Toronto) and Philly(vs. Mets) this weekend too.
Not only games involving playoff spots that would need to be played, but any that involve home field advantage.
I got the first one! Second one I'm not even sure what even/odd betting is.
any opponent preference for NLDS?
Mets are down to 1 great pitcher instead of 4. Syndegaard may pitch Sunday which means if Mets win the WC game, he'd be set up for Game 1. There's a chance they clinch a spot by Sunday so he'd pitch the WC and then we'd probably get Colon for Game 1. They've certainly had the hottest bats over the last week and month out of the WC options.
A couple of Cub related puzzles.
Can't teach height and thinness
Hopefully Pirates don't call up A. Lincoln.
j.buchanan going friday...should be...baseball...or something like it.
Wow. I didn't know they could do that.
Nice for Willson, not so much for Addy.
Game is officially called...also officially a tie.
Stats count, no make-up date of course.
Yeah -- seeing the weather -- I hope KB and Rizz are inside, wrapped in blankets and drinking hot chocolate.


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The coal-fired power plant in Dunkirk officially won a two-year reprieve from a threatened shutdown Wednesday, under an agreement that will keep the facility operating at a reduced capacity through May 2015.
The plant's owner, NRG Energy, and National Grid have signed the agreement that will keep one 80-megawatt unit operating at the Dunkirk plant in order to maintain the reliability of the region's electricity supply while more extensive studies are done to determine whether the power plant is needed in the long term.
A second unit now operating will be shut down, resulting in the loss of about 14 jobs at the plant, which employs 82 people. Most of the positions will be eliminated through transfers, attrition or retirements, said David Gaier, an NRG spokesman.
"This will keep the station open for two years," Gaier said. "It's good news."
NRG filed a notice with regulators in March 2012 to mothball the Dunkirk plant, which has a generating capacity of 520 megawatts, because low prices for natural gas and an ample supply of power plants across New York have depressed electricity prices and led to steep losses at the facility.
The Dunkirk plant lost about $73 million during the 12 months that ended in February 2012, according to a filing the company made with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
NRG mothballed two of the Dunkirk plant's biggest generating units last year, and the agreement filed this week will result in the mothballing of a third unit, with a generating capacity of 80 megawatts, after the end of May. At that point, the Dunkirk plant will have only one generating unit in operation.
The agreement is the result of a continuing study of the impact that mothballing the Dunkirk plant would have on the region's electricity supply. National Grid already has made some initial improvements to its electricity transmission and distribution network, which will allow the Dunkirk plant to drop to a single operating unit this spring.
National Grid last month completed a review that determined it would need to make $60 million to $70 million in improvements to its transmission lines and equipment to compensate for the loss of the Dunkirk plant.
NRG, which has proposed an ambitious $714 million project to switch the Dunkirk plant and the Huntley Station in the Town of Tonawanda into facilities that can run on natural gas, currently is preparing a report, due March 19, on the costs associated with repowering the Dunkirk facility.
Once the NRG report is filed, National Grid then will have 30 days to evaluate the transmission and repowering options.
Under the terms of the agreement, National Grid will pay NRG up to $72.7 million to operate the generating unit. The utility agreed to pay nearly $51 million for the power it generates through May 2015, in addition to $13.1 million for property taxes at the plant and $8.7 million more in potential coal transportation charges.
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Quality Education in the Benedictine Tradition
Nov. 12, 2012
The Dominion Foundation recently presented a $25,000 award to Saint Vincent College that will be used to develop and implement laboratory modules on sustainable energy resources and the impact of energy on the environment. The grant is part of the Dominion Foundation's Higher Education Partnership Program, which has awarded a total of $1 million in grants to 32 college and post-secondary schools across 10 states for projects in renewable energy, environmental studies, engineering and workforce development. "They will be integrated into undergraduate courses targeted for both science and non-science majors," noted Dr. Caryl Fish, associate professor of chemistry and project director. "The purpose of the modules is for students to better understand contemporary energy issues and gain experience with alternative energy (biofuels and solar energy) and the effects of conventional energy sources on the environment." "By varying the questions asked and the type of data collected, these modules would be transferable to other courses in subsequent years, expanding the curriculum so that a majority of future graduates will have enhanced knowledge of environmental energy issues," she added. "Two of the modules will focus on measuring the amount of energy from different sources such as solar energy, biofuels, coal, etc. In the other two, students will evaluate whether conventional energy resources (coal mining and natural gas drilling) impact the aquatic environment through water sampling and analysis. The lessons will emphasize the science of evaluating these energy sources. The funds provided by this award will provide the equipment needed to develop and implement these modules. In addition to my work as project director, the modules will be developed by faculty members Dr. Steven Gravelle, associate professor of chemistry, and Dr. Cynthia Walter, associate professor of biology, as part of their ongoing efforts to enhance and improve education at Saint Vincent College." The presentation was made by Jim Mesloh, executive director of the Dominion Foundation, during a recent visit to campus accompanied by Benjamin Kroeck, Dominion Foundation representative; Dan Donovan, director of media relations for Dominion; and John Frith, manager of public affairs for Dominion. The group toured the newly-completed Sis and Herman Dupré Science Pavilion and its Environmental Science Center, greenhouse and organic chemistry laboratory. "On behalf of the faculty, students and staff of Saint Vincent College, I want to express my appreciation to Mr. Mesloh and the Dominion Foundation for their support of this project, which will enhance our students' educational experience and their understanding of the world in which they live," Br. Norman commented. The development of these modules is the next step in expanding Saint Vincent College's Environmental Sciences Program which already serves a diverse audience through its academic coursework and community outreach. Academic programs provide instruction, experiential activities and research opportunities for undergraduate students in environmental science and environmental chemistry degree programs, an environmental education teaching certification and a master's degree in science education. The new modules will prepare environmental science students for careers in several of the fastest-growing industries including biotechnology, wind power, environmental consulting and solar power. Dominion is one of the nation's largest producers and transporters of energy, with a portfolio of approximately 27,400 megawatts of generation. Dominion operates the nation's largest natural gas storage system and serves retail energy customers in 15 states. For more information about Dominion, visit the company's website at www.dom.com.---Photo: Jim Mesloh, left, executive director of the Dominion Foundation, presents a $25,000 award to Br. Norman W. Hipps, O.S.B., center, president of Saint Vincent College, and Dr. Caryl Fish, right, associate professor of chemistry, that will be used to develop and implement laboratory modules on sustainable energy resources and the impact of energy on the environment.
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Virtual Earth: MSN's answer to Google Maps
- Posted: May 24, 2005 at 12:22AM
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My favourite result from google maps - go to maps.google.co.uk, zoom in to an area, search for "pub" in tha map area below.
It takes you Pueblo Memorial Airport, Colarado, USA.
Err... I'm not sure thats in my local area...
No credit to the TerraServer?
daSmirnov wrote:Shame it could be a while to get UK arial/satellite shots, I think the only lot done have been commerical (and pretty expensive).
ScanIAm wrote:Still downloading the video, but I was wondering if this might push the MSFT stock up in the Google range
nik wrote:ok, i take back some part of that scepticism after seeing the overlay view, as well as the navigation.. these guys have done a good job, I just think it should have been done a lot earlier. Ajax is only new as a term, as a technology is has been around for years..
This service is said to be launched in early July and it's already the middle of that month - has it already been launched? Is it open for public testing? If yes, can somebody post a link to the service?
VIRTUAL EARTH MUST INCLUDE ALL SIGHTS WHERE CHANNEL 9 GUY HAS BEEN SPOTTED OR PHOTOGRAPHED BEFORE GOING LIVE. (I think the little guy is gonna be on the space shuttle soon, so these guys better get live yesterday... )
Do you think Microsoft virtual earth will ever be able to compete with Google's service?
Especially with them both being huge companies, and am I correct to assume Google has had more time to allow for growth than Microsoft!?
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COLUMBIA — Tajh Boyd wanted to be remembered as a great quarterback, as a winner and, yes, as a legend.
Clemson's senior quarterback had his opportunity Saturday night inside Williams-Brice Stadium. The Tigers' offense was driving for a potential game-tying touchdown deep in South Carolina's territory. It was the kind of drive that could cement a legacy.
Instead, the football — and Boyd's chance to finally beat the Gamecocks — fumbled from his hands.
No. 10 South Carolina beat No. 6 Clemson, 31-17, before a crowd of 84,174 at Williams-Brice Stadium. The Gamecocks forced six turnovers, including three from Boyd in the fourth quarter. After Boyd's fumble, he threw two interceptions.
USC (10-2) won its fifth straight game over Clemson for the first time in the rivalry's 111-game history. It's the furthest one team has extended a streak since 1940, when Clemson (10-2) won its seventh straight.
"It's obviously disappointing," Boyd said. "I've just got to make sure everybody's spirits are lifted. Can't dwell on it. Clemson will beat Carolina again."
Just not this night. Not in the past five years. And, with a young team coming back, USC coach Steve Spurrier would like to think not for the foreseeable future.
How steadfast is the foundation South Carolina has built? Boyd's two interceptions went to freshman linebackers Skai Moore and T.J. Hollomon.
Spurrier was beaming afterward, a proud papa who'd watched his youngsters come of age, much like the Gamecocks' football program has under his leadership. For the third straight season, USC reached 10 wins. South Carolina didn't get the Missouri loss they wanted, thus finishing second in the SEC East while Mizzou will play Auburn in next week's SEC Championship Game.
Regardless, Spurrier was proud of his team.
"It's pretty neat to go 10-2 with this team," Spurrier said. "At one time, it was called the youngest team in America. So they've really achieved. I'm really proud of this team. I was thinking back, of all the teams I've had, these guys may have achieved the most for a bunch of young guys that hadn't played all that much and didn't have a bunch of experience. They've really played well this year."
The future is bright for South Carolina. On Saturday, the focus was more on the ending of one era.
Senior quarterback Connor Shaw finished his home career 17-0, a remarkable record worthy of being put on his tombstone many years from now. Junior defensive end Jadeveon Clowney — the highest-rated recruit to ever sign with the Gamecocks — also played his final game inside Williams-Brice Stadium.
The two stars led another double-digit win over their rival. Shaw only completed 14 of 26 passes for 152 yards and a touchdown, but his speed was too much for Clemson's defense. Shaw ran for 94 yards on 22 carries, including a 3-yard touchdown in the first quarter.
"This is special, man. It's special to me, it's special to the players, us seniors," Shaw said. "This is why we came to South Carolina. To finish out with the seniors not losing to them is huge."
While Shaw and South Carolina's offense rolled, Clowney and the defense handed Boyd a long, frustrating night.
Boyd was sacked five times, never able to get into a rhythm. Clowney got his first sack since Sept. 14. Defensive tackle Kelcy Quarles had 2.5 sacks, another huge game for a junior who said he will enroll early in the NFL Draft.
Boyd's 225 passing yards were overshadowed by the two interceptions. Surprisingly, Clemson's best offensive player was running back Roderick McDowell, who ran for 111 yards on 14 carries.
McDowell's 4-yard touchdown run tied the score at 17 with 3:01 left in the third quarter, but Clemson's offense fell apart in the final 15 minutes.
"Every year, we talk about the same thing when we play against them," said Clowney, who called Boyd "scared" in the offseason. "We watch them play against other teams, and nobody is really getting good pressure against him. We know if we can get him a little pressure and contain him, hit him a few times, he starts getting the jitters back there and starts throwing crazy balls. And that's what he did."


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As winter keeps its frigid grip on the region, people bundle up even when only having to spend a few minutes outside while moving from their cars to a heated home or business.
Now imagine having no place to stay when the temperature plummets, snow or rain falls and the wind seems to cut right through no matter how many layers of clothing you have on.
It's a situation some men might be facing, especially after the Altoona Rescue Mission shelter for men closed in October amid a financial strain.
That shelter at 815 Lexington Ave., which could accommodate 15, was one of two Blair County facilities that offered men who didn't have a certain need - such as trying to get off drugs or alcohol or escaping domestic violence - a place to stay. Family Services Inc. also operates a shelter for men but can only accommodate 16 people at a time.
Once those beds are filled, men looking for a warm place to sleep must look elsewhere.
The rescue mission shelter served 100 to 200 men a year.
A 2004 fire that destroyed an earlier shelter left the group saddled with a mortgage, and donations and proceeds from a thrift store at 1308 Ninth St. weren't enough to keep up with the bills. After getting behind on its mortgage and with funds dwindling, the mission had to close its shelter.
According to GuideStar, which tracks reports that nonprofit organizations file with the Internal Revenue Service, Altoona Rescue Mission in 2011 had revenues of $76,165 and expenses totaling $86,895.
Since the group - with only $200 in its bank account at the time - closed the shelter in October, it has received some donations to get current with its mortgage. But much more will be needed to provide a financial footing that will allow the shelter to reopen.
That's where Reliance Bank is stepping up to help.
The Altoona-based financial institution is offering to match donations, up to a total of $25,000, to the rescue mission. That $50,000 influx would get the Altoona Rescue Mission in good financial order and allow it to reopen the shelter.
But that won't be possible unless area residents open their hearts and their wallets to raise the $25,000 that Reliance Bank will match.
The Altoona Mirror is helping with the effort by providing awareness about the Altoona Rescue Mission and including an addressed envelope in today's edition to make it easy for readers to mail in donations.
Even small donations will help, especially if a lot of area residents chip in.
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5 Personal Finance Lessons from NASCAR
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Having grown up on Long Island, I didn't have many opportunities to watch NASCAR on television (or sports in general, I didn't discover televised sports until I left for college) so I never truly understood the intricacies of the sport. Since college, I've come to appreciate the difficulty of NASCAR and the skill required of its drivers.
Well, last weekend I was watching a few laps of the Goody's Cool Orange 500 at Martinsville Speedway and I finally understood why NASCAR fans love the sport. By the way, for all the junk people say about NASCAR not being a sport, I dare you to tell a trucker to get a real job. 500 laps is an unreal amount of time. Can you imagine the concentration and endurance it takes to go 500 laps at nearly two hundred miles an hour, constantly maintaining vigilance, and your life constantly at stake? If you accept golf as a sport, NASCAR certainly is a sport.
That being said, you can learn a lot about personal finance (since that's always swirling around my head), and life in general, by watching NASCAR because the race (and hence the season) is like a marathon. The story told in the first hundred laps may be, and usually is, totally different than the second hundred and last hundred laps. The reason people watch is because the story is so compelling. (before you scoff at what I just said, watch a few laps and listen in… then recognize those race cars are going very fast)
Here are five lessons you can learn about personal finance from NASCAR:
1. A Lot Can Happen
You can be in the last starting position but you get a shot at taking home first place every single time you fire up the engine. One of the great things about America is that your starting lot in life by no means completely dictates where you will go, that's the appeal of America. There is no caste system, no House of Lords, it's based primarily on merit and what you're able to bring to the table.
Starting last does make it difficult to finish first but it's not impossible. How many people start off in poverty but through their own ability are able to bring prosperity to themselves and their family? Certainly more than zero, which is the case in many other countries. Just because you're $30,000 in doubt right now doesn't mean you can't pull yourself out of the hole and retire a comfortable millionaire if you're willing to make some sacrifices.
The reverse is also true, just because you start off wealth doesn't mean you will stay that way. You could start off first but one little error could cost you the entire race. One bad bump into the wall and your day could be over. Finances are no different, you could be born into the wealthiest family and one mistake (like not filing taxes!) will wipe you out.
2. Take A Few Smart Gambles
Very few personal finance writers will talk about taking some gambles because slow and steady can often win the race. If you contribute to your 401k, get that company match, you have a great chance of having a tidy sum in there when you're ready to retire. However, to truly take advantage of the opportunities available in America, you have to be willing to take a few chances on things you believe in.
I don't mean you need to put your life savings on a spin of the roulette wheel, that's just stupid, but try to test your boundaries little by little to see what happens. If all of your money is in nice safe Treasury bonds and CDs, consider moving into the stock market. If you have a few index funds, consider shifting some into international indices or equity stakes. Don't go to Vegas, don't invest your life savings in your cousin's crazy idea, and don't believe the same and invest in Forex – that's for entertainment. (I mean no disrespect to either Vegas, your cousin, or Forex, I'm not experienced enough in any of them to make a recommendation either way)
3. Little Things Matter
In NASCAR, a little front side damage to your fiberglass fender and you lose significant fuel efficiency because of drag. A small problem in the quality of a tire and it can cost you the race. In NASCAR, everyone pretty much has the same types of vehicles (especially with the Car of Tomorrow) and so it's the little things, and driving skill, that separate the winners from the losers. In personal finances, we talk ad nauseum about little things like Latte Factors and snowflaking. As small as these things may be individually, they can have a tremendous impact on your finances. We all pretty much work, save for retirement, pay for expenses, get married, have kids, repeat (not always, but that's seen as the main, fairly or unfairly, path). It's the little things along the way that separate the prosperous and the indebted.
4. Patience, Patience, Patience
500 laps… that's a long time, even longer if you're sitting behind the wheel of a race car jockeying for position at nearly 200 miles per hour (you thought that watching it took a long time? Ha!) NASCAR drivers have to be very patient because they know that the race is long, there will be plenty of stories between 0 and 500, and that they have to bide their time. Sometimes opportunities present themselves, sometimes you have to go out there and make them, but either way you have to have the patience to wait for the right conditions to make your move. In personal finance, you have to be patient to wait for your opportunities. The most obvious example is with the stock market – it's far more prudent to wait for the right opportunity than it is to force action. Many stock investors track hundreds of stocks at any one time. They aren't looking to making hundreds of investments, they're looking for the right opportunity to present itself and then they'll invest in the one.
5. Tactics Are Crucial but Strategy Is Paramount
Tactics govern how a race is raced that day, but strategy is what will get you the Championship at the end of the year. While each driver wants to win every single race, when it gets to the end of the year the priorities start to shift and strategy takes over. The Sprint/Nextel Cup is a points based championship so ultimately whoever is in first place going into the last race will invariably not have to win the race to be season champion. Since being season champ is the goal, that driver will drive more conservatively to ensure total victory versus single race victory.
Your personal finance world is very much like this in that your strategy should drive your tactics. If your strategy is to save the maximum for your Roth IRA and 401(k), then your tactics may be frugality to get more on hand cash to contribute to those funds. Frugality is important by its own right, but it's more important because you're working towards the goal of contributing to a Roth IRA. If you just save money and put it in a savings account, ignoring the Roth IRA, you may be spinning your wheels and not getting your full potential. So, review your strategy and how your tactics are working towards your goals.
By the way, that guy with the NASCAR tattoo is hardcore!
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David Anson, Senior SDE in the Silverlight controls toolkit, and Dave Relyea, Senior Dev Lead on Silverlight mobile team, introduce the controls available in the first release of the Silverlight for Windows Phone Toolkit. The toolkit is open source—not only do you get good controls, but you get primitives you can reuse. Additionally, you get to learn how to build controls that are theme and orientation aware.
This first release includes: DatePicker, TimePicker, ContextMenu, ToggleSwitch, WrapPanel, and a GestureService you can use on any Silverlight App.
Nice job, "Team Dave" and the rest of the toolkit team!!
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Still having trouble viewing the MP4's of videos on IOS devices, left a message last week and Charles said he logged a bug report, any idea when the encoding will be fixed?
I don't think that this context menu is a good idea in the phone. Its ugly, small, and dont seen to ok with metro UI...
Well done video with helpful instructions.
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Another Great Show, that toolkit is great!
Thx 4 the info,
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Friday, October 4, 2013
Goose Creek Police Department Victim Advocate Levolia Rhodes is gearing up for the city's first National Domestic Violence Month vigil featuring speakers who have been victims.
Joint Base Charleston Family Advocacy has partnered with the city and the Goose Creek Police Department for the Oct. 10 event at 7 p.m. at the Goose Creek Municipal Complex at 519 N. Goose Creek Blvd.
Domestic violence has become an epidemic over the last few years, according to Rhodes.
"It's bad," she said. "There are a lot of programs and activities to bring awareness to the seriousness of domestic violence."
South Carolina is No. 2 in the nation for the number of women killed at the hands of male intimate partners. More than 36,000 domestic violence cases are reported statewide each year.
According to S.C. Attorney General's office statistics, in 2010 there were 34 females killed and 10 males killed in domestic violence incidents. In 2011 there were a total of 52 fatal cases across the state – 39 women and 13 men.
The 2012 statistics are expected to be released the first week of October. Over the past 13 years an average of 33 women have been killed each year by their intimate partner.
"It seems to keep going up," Rhodes said. "I can only be hopeful that the (2012) number is lower."
Last year there was one incident in Goose Creek where a man stabbed his wife to death.
"Domestic violence," Rhodes said, "is very complex to deal with. You're dealing with relationships, families, couples. It crosses all lines – socio-economic, race."
There are a variety of causes. An abuser is usually a controlling person who feels the need to control and dominate somebody else.
"They make a lot of victims feel like it's something they did," Rhodes said. "They start to believe it. It makes it even harder."
According to Rhodes, abusers tend to say things like, "Look what you made me do."
When this happens there is emotional, physical and even sexual abuse, Rhodes said.
Physical abuse is hitting, slapping, kicking, burning and choking. It often results in black eyes and bumps. Physical abuse is the easiest to detect and prosecute.
"If you show pictures to a judge it's a more compelling story," Rhodes said.
Another form of abuse is when partners are forced to participate in sexual acts in which they have no choice, according to Rhodes. Some victims have been in relationships or marriages for five, 10 or 15 years, Rhodes said.
A controlling person can cut off a spouse from friends, family, their social life and even their job. In some cases an abuser tells their spouse to quit a job so they can "take care of them," which results in financial control, Rhodes said.
Financial dependence makes it more difficult for a victim to leave an abusive situation because they likely would have no place to live, Rhodes said. "Many victims feel like they are caught in a web."
Abusers will also tell victims things like, "Nobody wants you."
Many victims of domestic violence may not even know they are being abused.
Verbal and emotional abuse consists of put-downs, insults, attacks on self-esteem, threats of violence, suicide, custody fights, deportation, isolating victims from family and friends and controlling their food, sleep and social life.
Financial abuse and property destruction includes destroying items that have value to the victim, taking the victim's paycheck, forcing them to quit a job and using financial threats to keep the victim in the relationship.
"Help is out there," Rhodes said. "We have to get the message out."
Organizations like My Sister's House, an emergency shelter for domestic violence victims and their children, are available for Berkeley, Dorchester and Charleston county residents. Counselors can be reached 24/7 at (843) 744-3242.
The S.C. Victim Assistance Network (SCVAN) provides victims with emergency needs such as medicine, food, glasses if they get broken, dentures, new locks, lodging, transportation and crime scene cleanup.
Liza's Lifeline is an organization that can buy a victim a bus ticket back home to another state to get them out of harm's way.
There is also the S.C. State Office of Victim Assistance (SOVA), which offers compensation and assistance for crime victims with expenses resulting directly from a crime that are not covered by other payment sources.
This includes coverage of some medical bills, counseling, burial bills for a deceased victim and lost wages. SOVA is not supported by tax dollars. It takes money from persons convicted of criminal offenses and puts it in a special account for crime victims.
A support group meets each week at GCPD at 6 p.m. Support groups welcome women who understand what victims are experiencing. Victims gain strength from others who have overcome abusive relationships.
Rhodes said the Department of Social Services sent one woman to their support group who was initially reluctant.
"The light bulb went off (for her)," Rhodes said. "She wanted to stop it. She saw her grandfather do it to her grandmother. Her father did it to her mother, then it was happening to her."
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The next in a series of classical ballets presented in high definition at Sutton Cinemas will screen Tuesday and Wednesday. Last month's sold-out showing of a historic performance of "Swan Lake" starring Rudolph Nureyev and Margot Fonteyn was a memorable event for dance lovers in the community. This month the stage moves to Madrid, where the Antonio Gades Company performs two famous flamenco ballets: "Blood Wedding (Bodas de Sangre)" and "Suite Flamenca."
In 1974, Spanish dancer and choreographer Antonio Gades took a huge step forward for Spanish dance with the creation of his ballet, "Blood Wedding," or "Bodas de Sangre," based on the play by Federico García Lorca, who in turn was inspired by the news of an incident that took place in Nijar in 1928. It was adapted for ballet by Alfredo Mañas, who had already collaborated with Antonio 10 years before in Don Juan.
The company, which at that time had under 20 members, was in charge of staging the work, and the venue chosen for the world premiere was the Olympic Theatre in Rome, April 2, 1974.
In reflecting about the ballet, the dancer and choreographer said: "With 'Blood Wedding,' I wanted to pay homage to the poet, though I had to go to Rome for its premiere. I was born into a Mediterranean culture, which is a culture of jealousy, love and death that doesn't just exist in dance but also in literature and painting and other arts. A sense of tragedy is always present. 'Blood Wedding' is really a Spanish story, a tragedy imbued with folklore. I've always been interested in Lorca's work, mainly because it describes the density and intentions of the Andalusian people in depth," he said.
Antonio referred to one of the most exciting scenes in the ballet, the fight at the end between Leonardo and the Groom, which in a way sums up his attitude to creativity and performance in his art: "That fight is the most difficult thing I've done in my whole life. I expect a lot of myself, I expect everything. I want to synthesise that pain, dance like a man that is going to die and is meeting his death with austerity, without becoming frantic or making a spectacle," he said.
Antonio Gades passed away at the age of 67 in 2004, but his legacy lives on with his company, made up of people who were intimately known and trusted by Antonio. His ballets "Blood Wedding," "Carmen" and "El Amor Brujo" were famously captured on film by director Carlos Saura in the 1980s. Don't miss this rare opportunity to see a live performance of these sensational works.
Tickets for Ballet in HD are $9 for adults and $7 for seniors and children. Advanced tickets are available at Sutton Cinemas box office or at http://sierratheaters.com.
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Cast on with knitwear natural Stefanie Japel and master circular knitting skills as you make a headband, a hat with colorwork, a pair of fingerless mitts, and even a cable and lace cowl! First, knit a headband in the round using double-pointed needles, as well as a flower that makes a lovely accent. Then, Stefanie will teach you to use the magic loop method to knit a shaped hat with colorwork, while giving you tips for managing yarn in both hands. You'll even learn to knit a pair of fingerless mitts at the same time using two circular needles. For your final project, Stefanie will take you step-by-step through a breathtaking cable and lace cowl that uses the easiest technique you'll learn in class.
Learn about the advantages of knitting in the round, review the tools and get started making a trendy headband.
Cast on a small number of stitches on double-pointed needles and expand your knitting in a circle to make decorative flowers.
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Designed with an ultra light, breathable, 4-way stretch material, the Ascent Jacket is your go-to piece for warm weather early season hunts.
Designed for warm weather hunts and charging through brush and undergrowth, this durable, ultra-breathable outer layer expels heat and perspiration. Use the Ascent Jacket when you wish you could wear a T-shirt, but need full concealment and scratch protection. It is the ideal early season outer layer for Big Game and Whitetail Systems.
At just over 15 ounces, the Ascent Jacket is built for hunters on the move. The athletically cut 4-way stretch woven polyester fabric offers maximum range of movement and impressive abrasion resistance. The full front zip makes for easy peel off and pile on, while the silent finish of brushedfabric lets you come to full draw in stealth. Two hand pockets and one chest pocket are positioned so as not to conflict with your pack's waist and chest straps.
Stopped the wind and kept me comfortable during my Idaho elk trip. That's a game changer! I will also be wearing this jacket when whitetail season starts next month.
Another excellent Sitka product is about all can be said. Every product feels like it's supposed to, like its a part of you not hanging from you. I wear the ascent jacket from early archery @ end of August through the later hunt in mid December. The only downfall is the higher cost of all the products. But w/that being said I've always been one to ignore that if a product enables me to do what I love. And I can say I have never had to worry about a Sitka product failure. Just finished my 4th season on ascent jacket,mountain pants and probably get another 4 or more. Now if Sitka only made boots I'd have it made. Hint hint.
After years of buying "other" brands I finally was talked into buying my first Sitka pant and jacket. Comfort has always been a must for me and I can't compliment this jacket enough! This last September was my 3rd season wearing this jacket (and pant) and you can't tell they had been used hardly at all. 16 days in the field for one Rocky Mountain Bighorn hunt this season; it wouldn't have been the same if "Sitka" wasn't there with me...
This thing is great for having an extra layer "just in case". Packs down and works well on scouting trips or early season hunts in the morning or evening when temps can be a bit cool compared to the rest of the day. I also use this piece during the winter for off-season workouts. Breathes really well and moves with you but doesn't bind given the four-way stretch material. I test gear for Gore, and have found that this is one of those pieces that actually performs a bit better than advertised! One of the most under-stated pieces in the line.
A. Sitka Gear does sell direct to individuals online within Canada and the USA.
A. Sitka Gear products are available from specialty retailers across North America. Please see our Dealer Locator for a list of stocking dealers near you. Most retailers will special order Sitka products not in stock. We are also glad to assist you in locating a specific product; call our gear experts at 877-SITKA-GR.
As well, you can purchase online directly through our website.
A. Yes, we have gear experts available from the hours of 8:00am MST to 5:00pm MST that are able to answer any of your technical questions as well as process and place orders. During hunting season and other times of the year in which we experience high call volumes please do not be discouraged to leave us a voice message. We will return your call ASAP.
A. Our products are built to be used together as a complete system and are designed for very specific end-uses. For general guidelines on how to build an appropriate system for a specific hunt please check out our System Builder. As well, our gear experts are all avid hunters and are here to assist you in building your system. Don't hesitate to call them with specific questions at 877-SITKA-GR.
A. We stand behind every product we make. If you are unhappy with any of our products at the time your receive them, feel free to send them back. Damage due to wear and tear will be repaired at a reasonable cost. For more details, visit our Repairs and Warranties page.
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We update our website regularly as products become available throughout the season, so please do check back on SitkaGear.com to stay updated.
A. All of our orders are shipped via FedEx. Standard Ground, 2-Day or Overnight deliveries are available. Additional charges do apply for express shipments, oversized items and/or duties & customs into Canada.
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A. We make every effort possible to get your order processed and shipped in a timely fashion. Most orders are shipped within 2 business days of order placement. If an item on your order is backordered or out of stock, you will be contacted by a Sitka Gear customer service associate to discuss alternative options.
A. Creating an account with us helps speed up the ordering process for you and allows you to keep track of your order history, as well as manage your profile information online.
A. Sometimes credit/debit card statements contain two transactions, but this is only a temporary scenario. When a purchase is made, an authorization is placed on your card to temporarily hold the funds on your account. This is not an actual charge on your card. Once the order has been shipped, this authorization becomes an approval and charges your account at that time. The authorization will drop off your account within 2-3 business days (depending on the financial institution).
A. We may be able to cancel your order but can only do this by telephone. Please call us at 877-SITKA-GR as soon as possible after you have placed your order. Otherwise it may be too late, as we try to process and get orders out the door as quickly as possible.
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If your product is damaged or requires repair and you would like to find out more about our warranty policy, please visit our Warranty page.
A. Please visit our Product Care Information page for detailed care instructions for all your Sitka Gear products.
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Pets in danger: have no fear, Miranda Lambert is here!
The country singer – and avid animal lover – rescued an adorable pooch from the side of the highway in Tishomingo, Okla., on Tuesday. Now she's helping him find a home.
"He was in the middle of the hwy with his food bowl and bed," she Tweeted. "If it wasn't an accident someone is really sick."
The proud pet parent of an ever-expanding brood of dogs herself, Lambert, 29, is now caring for the stray until he finds a home. But until then, she's decided to give him a name.
"I'm calling him 'Pistol Andy' in honor of the [Pistol Annies] record [Annie Up] being announced today!" she added. Here's hoping the pup, nicknamed 'lil Andy,' finds a forever home soon.
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Representatives of the Pittsburgh Pirates braved the first snowfall of the season -- albeit a mild one -- to visit Altoona Tuesday evening.
Pirates team president Frank Coonelly, along with team broadcasters Steve Blass and Greg Brown, drove two hours on a cloudy, cold, and dreary day to greet Altoona Curve Booster Club members at their annual dinner at the UVA Club.
It was another testament to the extradordinary commitment that exists between the Pirates and their Class AA affiliate, the Curve.
We love coming to Altoona, said Coonelly, who has also been a regular here on the Pirates Winter Caravan tour. But it seems that every time I come here, its snowing. [Tuesday] wasnt a problem. There was a little snow on the mountains as we were driving on Route 22.
The snowfall was an offshoot from Hurricane Sandy, which hammered the eastern coast early this week.
Ive always enjoyed my trips to Altoona, said the personable Blass, who pitched the Pirates to victory in the 1971 World Series. The ballpark here is so pretty. It reminds me of all the good memories I had in the minor leagues. But I wish I had played in a minor league ballpark like the Curves ballpark.
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One of the biggest individual mysteries surrounding the Pirates second-half collapse in 2012 was the difficulty experienced by righthander James McDonald in July and August. McDonald was as bad in the second half of the season (when he sported a 3-5 record with a 7.52 earned run average) as he was excellent in the first half (9-3, 2.37).
Blass has some good first-hand knowledge of that type of tailspin. He went from being on top of the baseball world in 1971 to having no clue to where home plate was just a couple seasons later.
Blass even had an ailment -- Steve Blass Disease -- named after the affliction that prompted his retirement from baseball in 1974.
McDonalds downfall this past season wasnt nearly as pronounced, but he did wind up laboring in the bullpen late in the season when he couldnt come up with an answer.
McDonald appeared to be fighting himself in the last two months of the season.
When you arent pitching well, you are fighting yourself, Blass said. James McDonald was fabulous during the first half of this past season, then he wasnt, Blass said. Thats just the way it is. Maybe there is a mechanical problem, maybe not. I dont know why. Im not a pitching coach, and Im not James McDonald.
Houston, no problem
With the jump of the Houston Astros from the National League Central Division to the American League West Division, there will be an equal number of teams -- 15 -- in both leagues in 2013. There will also now be five teams in each of the three divisions in each league.
The Astros move could be viewed as a negative for the Pirates, who beat a young, inexperienced Houston 12 times in 2012. But Coonelly doesnt see it that way.
I dont think its going to hurt us, Coonelly said. I think it makes a lot of sense. Ive said for awhile that each of the divisions should have the same number of teams. We were always in a division [the NL Central, which had six teams, including Houston] that had one more team than the other divisions. This puts our division on equal footing with the rest of Major League Baseball.
Deadline rumors false
Its almost comical that every season near the trade deadline, names are bandied about, but the trades most often dont come to fruition. The Pirates were rumored to be in the thick of the market for either of two sluggers, Chase Headley and Josh Willingham, who stayed put at San Diego and Minnesota, respectively.
There are a lot of reports at the trade deadline, most of which are not accurate, Coonelly said.


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OCALA, Fla. – The Stetson Hatters went into the MSU Ocala Spring Invitational as the defending tournament champions, and play in the first round on Sunday indicates they aren't going to relinquish the title without a fight.
The Hatters posted their first round of under 300 for the year on Sunday and stand just four shots behind Mercer after the first day of play.
"We shot 297, which is the first time we broke 300 this year," Hatter coach Floyd Kerr said. "I didn't know if I'd live long enough to see that again."
Led by juniors Ryan Ashburn and Sammi Smith, both of who have won A-Sun Player of the Week this year, the Hatters have three players in the top 10 after the opening round of play. Both Ashburn and Smith are tied for eighth after shooting one-over par scores of 73. Jenna Hoecker is tied for 10 after a two-over par 74.
"It is good to see Ryan continue to play well," Kerr said. "She has played four solid rounds in a row, and that is encouraging. We are showing signs of coming together. It is pretty exciting to see what this group is doing. Hopefully the entire team will keep playing well."
The Hatters also got an opening round score of 77 from Mallory Viera, good for a tied for 32nd. Claudia Redinger was the only Stetson player to struggle in the opening round, finishing with an 82.
"Claudia has struggled a little bit, but she will come around," Kerr said. "We gave away a couple of shots at the end, but 17 and 18 are both pretty hard holes."
Mercer leads the overall team race after posting an opening 293. Toledo is third, one shot behind Stetson with a 298. None of the other 11 teams in the field cracked the 300 barrier.
Kara Brinkman of Ohio University has the individual lead after shooting a three-under par round of 69 on Sunday. She was one of five players to break par in the first round.
The Hatters will continue in tournament play with another single round on Monday. The final round of competition is scheduled for Tuesday at the Juliette Falls Golf Resort.


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i'm so electric blue right now. i don't know whether to get out my cyndi lauper records or sit on the couch and cry over 'children of a lesser god'.
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The brightest color blue ever. its so bright it will blind your face, with its electrical properties. when someone shoots lighting balls out of thier hands, they are normally this color.
almost the same as highlighter blue. but different
almost the same as highlighter blue. but different
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A new integration between Quark Publishing System with Microsoft SharePoint 2010 supports knowledge workers and creative departments what want to collaborate within one system to create, edit, revise, and publish brand-compliant, cross-media marketing communications.
Quark Product Manager Akshay Mahajan talks with Microsoft ISV Architect Evangelist Bruce Kyle about the new product. In the demo, Akshay shows how the product takes the same content and publishes to a white paper, Website, and to a mobile phone. Aksay describes the lessons learned and advises software developers on what they can do to help make their next SharePoint project successful.
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The biggest landmark on the upcoming horizon is March 12 – the open of free agency and the Detroit Lions have many players eligible for some form of it, including some key starters.
Let's dive deeper into the most significant pending free agents for the Lions.
Today's free agent focus: Cliff Avril
2012 Recap
Avril ended 2011 as the team's top pass rusher, registering 11 sacks, six forced fumbles and scoring two touchdowns. All of this while playing on a one-year tender, which he received as a restricted free agent.
As one would assume, Avril wanted a long term deal before 2011 but – when that failed to materialize – he signed his tender on the eve of training camp and felt he earned the contract and payday he was seeking.
Well, the long term deal never happened. In fact, the closest the team got to a deal was a three-year, $30 million dollar contract offer that Avril rejected.
So, similar to the year prior, Avril played under a one-year contract with no long-term security – although, this time it was accompanied by an eight-figure pay day ($10.6 Million).
The soon-to-be 27 year old struggled along with the rest of the team to reach the benchmarks established in 2011. With 9.5 sacks and two forced fumbles, Avril put up respectable totals but also had six games where he registered two or less tackles with no sacks.
It also should be noted that Avril suffered a back injury in a September loss to the Minnesota Vikings that kept him sidelined for several practices and may have lingered throughout the year. He also suffered a concussion in 2012.
2013 Value
Lions general manager Martin Mayhew has spent the last two years evaluating Avril's value and will not be able to put off a decision any longer.
Franchising Avril is out of the question this year, so the team must either present a contract that is satisfactory to the five-year pro or let him walk for nothing.
Avril's situation is compounded by many factors. First, he plays a position that is one of the highest paid in the league. Second, the team has only one defensive end – sophomore Ronnell Lewis – currently under contract.
Last year, some significant contracts were signed by defensive ends around the league. Each signing certainly is on Avril's radar.
Mario Williams signed a six-year pact worth up to $100 million with $50 million guaranteed with the Buffalo Bills. These are undoubtedly appealing numbers to Avril – although one must take into account the fact that the deal gives the Bills opportunity to terminate the contact after two seasons.
Aiming for the contract Williams received might not be realistic but there are more comparable players out there that work favorably for Avril.
Carolina's Charles Johnson signed a six-year, $72 million deal. Johnson has registered 37 sacks and 11 forced fumbles over the last four seasons compared to Avril's 34.5 sacks and 12 forced fumbles. The two are the same age.
Arizona's Calais Campbell, who is not the same mold of defensive end as Avril, signed a five-year, $55 million dollar deal with $31 million guaranteed. Campbell has registered seven less sacks and eight less forced fumbles than Avril over the last four seasons.
It is also important to note that both Johnson and Campbell re-signed with their respective clubs, so their contracts are not inflated through an open-market bidding war.
It seems that Avril should be in line for a deal spanning between five and seven years worth between $10 and $12 million per year and about 60 percent of the money guaranteed.
The only choice the Lions have is whether or not they want to pay him that much.
As the Lions have proven over the last two seasons by having Avril play on one-year deals, this is a business. There is no doubt that the player has the same right to look at contract negations from that same perspective.
Don't expect Avril to be an exception.
"I don't know. It depends on the situation, honestly," said Avril on the likelihood of giving the Lions a discount during an interview with 'Pro Football Talk' on NBC Sports. "It depends on why I would be taking less money, first off. I don't know, but we just have to get the numbers going and we'll see. I really don't know if I would take less right now."
It doesn't appear as if the career-long Lion is prepared to shun more lucrative offers to remain in Detroit. In fairness to Avril, there is no reason he should and – although some think his contract expectations are unrealistic – there is an established market value that suggests he is worth what he may be seeking.
"Last year, going into it, I felt like with all the deals made around me, that wasn't significant enough for what they were trying to offer me," said Avril during an interview with SiriusXM NFL Radio. "I didn't think that was the right deal to take, so I just played the (franchise) tag. Here we are again. Hopefully, we can figure something out and get my worth."


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A person who acts out in public without second guessing his or her actions. that one wild dude everyone seems to get along with.
"hay lil buttnaked! why you up in that tree peeing on people when they walk by?" "man! i had to pee" "lil buttnaked"
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TAHOE, Calif. — Public transportation has become a form of entertainment on the North Lake Tahoe Water Shuttle. And, through Sept. 30, ride for half price.After years of planning, the North Lake Tahoe Water Shuttle was launched as a pilot program to provide visitors with an alternative means of public transportation in addition to the region's bus and transfer services. Many visitors, however, are taking the shuttle for the sheer pleasure of being on the water."Public transportation is a critical piece of the equation in keeping Lake Tahoe pristine," said Executive Director Jan Colyer of the Truckee/North Tahoe Transportation Management Association, the sponsor of the North Lake Tahoe Water Shuttle. "It gets people out of their personal vehicles. Less personal vehicles on Lake Tahoe's roadways, of course, means less traffic congestion and less air pollution. But an interesting phenomenon has happened. We're finding that the North Lake Tahoe Water Shuttle provides an element of fun that might otherwise have been missing from some of our other public transportation alternatives."According to Colyer the North Lake Tahoe Water Shuttle can accommodate up to eight bicycles and many passengers take the shuttle with their bikes in tow one-way then bicycle back through visiting museums, shops and restaurants.Early guest research is indicating that the North Lake Tahoe Water Shuttle is especially popular with families."You don't need to own a private boat to experience Tahoe's waterways," said Colyer. "For a nominal fee, the entire family can soak up the sun, see the country's largest alpine lake, cruise in style — all while reducing their carbon footprint."After taking the North Lake Tahoe Water Shuttle, passengers can also take Tahoe Area Regional Transit (TART), the area's public bus service, for their return.The North Lake Tahoe Water Shuttle can carry up to 12 passengers and crew. It is a 30-foot, state-of-the-art boat manufactured and operated by Fine Line Industries.The shuttle will continue service through Sunday, Sept. 30. One-way rates start at $10/adult, now $5 and $7/children up to 12 years old, now $3.50. Service is provided to and from the West Shore Caf andamp; Inn in Homewood, the Tahoe City Marina, Gar Woods Grill andamp; Pier in Carnelian Bay and Captain Jon's in Tahoe Vista. Hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 6:46 p.m. Ticketing kiosks are available at some of the participating docks. Seats are limited, so those interested are advised to book ahead.The North Lake Tahoe Water Shuttle is funded through Placer County TOT/North Lake Tahoe Chamber/CVB/Resort Association.For North Lake Tahoe Water Shuttle reservations, schedules and detailed information, visit www.NorthLakeTahoeWaterShuttle.com or call 530-581-8707 between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.To learn more about North Lake Tahoe visit the North Lake Tahoe Visitors Bureaus' website at www.GoTahoeNorth.com.
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Record label magnate�Suge Knight�is in the intensive care unit of a California hospital after being shot six times at a pre-VMA party thrown by Chris Brown,�TMZ�reports.
Witnesses reported hearing shots around�1:30 a.m.�at the 10AK nightclub in West Hollywood, and Knight was subsequently taken by ambulance to a hospital and rushed into surgery, according to TMZ. He's expected to make a full recovery.
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Two other people were also shot; their conditions are unknown.
The party's host, Brown — who infamously beat�Rihanna�the night before the 2009 Grammy Awards — took to Twitter to lament the fact that the awards show was marred by violence.
"It's disappointing that we as a society can't have fun or enjoy ourselves without any altercations sometimes," the born-again pacifist�tweeted. "Miss me with the bulls---!!!"
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NIAGARA FALLS – When Angela Berti got her job as a state park public affairs coordinator here, with an office view of the bridge her grandfather Joe helped build, it was a thrill to tell him.
"He was elated," she said, remembering how as a child he loved to tell his family about the things he helped build in his job as a construction worker. Whenever they passed the now-defunct Native American Center called "The Turtle," still on Rainbow Boulevard, he loved to joke that he had brushed the "teeth" on the turtle head.
Now after six years working on public relations for state parks in the "Western District," her connection to the city has deepened, as her own experiences with this famous tourist city pile up. Her projects have ranged from last summer's international media convergence for Nik Wallenda's tightrope walk across the falls to Canada to coordinating the stop Blackhawks hockey player and Buffalo native Patrick Kane made on the day he got to spend with the team's Stanley Cup and arranging the wedding episode of the TV show "The Office."
One of her biggest on-the-job surprises was how moving Wallenda's walk was. She was among the people doubting whether the June event, with its protracted negotiations of terms and conditions, would really happen.
"That was by far one of the most daunting and exhilarating tasks I've ever had to perform at this job," said Berti, who feels a strong Niagara County connection even though she lives in Buffalo.
What was hard about Wallenda's walk?
When we got news that it was going to be happening and we looked at the short turnaround time for that, it seemed insurmountable. It was announced Feb. 15 that it was happening. We didn't get a date of the event until, I believe, it was May 2. So looking at what had to be done in such a short time frame was daunting. We all huddled together.
What was your job?
I was in charge of credentialing the media. Dealing with media from around the world was amazing … Trying to turn our pretty natural park into a media center. For 24 hours it was the center of the universe for the media around the world. The next morning every newspaper around the world had a mention of it.
It was personally gratifying to know that I had a hand with that.
What was it like to watch?
We couldn't believe what we were seeing. We had been so absorbed in the planning of it that we had never stopped to think about what it was. So when he finally got on that wire, we were all blown away by what we had done as a team and what Nik had accomplished.
What was another highlight?
I stayed in the city that night. I didn't really sleep. I was really wound up and excited. So I got up at about 6 a.m. I was walking back into the park, and there was a coffee vendor who had set up for the week leading up to the walk, and he was from Kenmore. And I stopped to buy a coffee and asked him how business had been during the event ... We both sat there with tears in our eyes. To me it was really like a new day.
I was just thinking of the hope that the community felt and the excitement that the community had that day. Being part of something that was such a global event.
I'm tearing up thinking about it. Whenever I tell the story I tend to tear up. It was just really meaningful on so many different levels. The primary one for me, just most intimately, how the park staff came together.
That morning, the guy cutting the grass had a spring in his step I had never seen before.
We were having an issue running all the cables for the media and so one of our carpenters worked above and beyond, and fashioned the cable cover. And came over to Terrapin Point to install it. (That's the one on Goat Island. That's the Horseshoe Falls.) He just said he hadn't been out to Terrapin Point in years and was happy to be a part of the activity.
Just little stories like that. The teamwork. The joy we all got out of working toether was probably my number one takeaway.
With Niagara Falls getting about 8 million visitors a year, why is this kind of exposure important?
We're a natural attraction. We compete for people's attention, vacation dollars. We have to compete with places like Disney, the Grand Canyon, Europe. All those places where people have money to spend.
We have a really small budget compared to what Disney has ...
The Maid of the Mist ride is unlike any ride at Disney. It's real and it's authentic. Cave of the Winds, where you can stand on the Hurricane Deck, where you can stand directly beneath the Falls…
The time NHL player Patrick Kane brought the Stanley Cup to the Falls was another experience that moved you?
You get a day with the cup to do anything you want with the cup. He did this in August 2011.
He felt like coming to Niagara Falls was a way to honor his family and his roots as a Western New Yorker.
That was another day when I cried. I'm a big wuss. I'm a huge hockey fan. He had his entire family with him. His friends that he had grown up with ...
Staff in the Cave of the Winds has a break room down there, and there are a bunch of guys who adore hockey. So they had fashioned, out of tin foil, a little Stanley Cup that they had sitting on the table in the break room. And so before Patrick went back up to see the public who had come to see him, he went into that break room with the Stanley Cup to change his clothes and dry off and he set the cup on the table next to this little foil Stanley Cup, and I just kind of teared up thinking, 'Oh my gosh, the Stanely Cup is in these guys' break room, how exciting for them.' It was exciting for me, for those guys, to have the Stanley Cup in that fishy smelling damp break room. Those guys work there all day, so it's kind of their place to hang.
I look out my window and see a bus full of Asian tourists or Indian tourists. So many of those people have probably saved money their entire lives to come here and get a glimpse of this wonder in our backyard.
I think, all too often, we take it for granted and we save the Falls for special occasions and when "Aunt Betty" visits.
Instead of saving it for those special occasions, I really wish that people would come and enjoy the Falls year-round and take advantage of what we have here.
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its a "line up" but in bk where im from its a shape up, jus shapin up the front sides and back of ur hair cut, no fade jus a usin the small clippers to shape up the around ur head and gettin those tight side burns.
(to barber):yo let me get a shape up, no fade jus a shape up.
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To fix up your hair line, on the back, or side of your head. Also the front if you want it.
damn yo! I gots to get me a shape up
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For someone to get the hair around the perimeter of their heads shaped up neatly by clippers and or any sharp object.
Hey! You guys like my fresh shape-up?
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Used when someone isn't doing the things he was supposed to do to achieve certain goals.
1_ - You'd better shape up if don't wanna fail that Math exam!!
2_ - Your pad is disgusting.... Shape up!!
2_ - Your pad is disgusting.... Shape up!!
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Phrase used to initiate a fist fight.
similar to 'come at me, bro'.
Coined in Western Sydney.
similar to 'come at me, bro'.
Coined in Western Sydney.
'Oi, you broke me last durry; shape up, cunt'.
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shape-up bassically getting a hair cut
yo give me a shape-up going out today
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Philly term for a fade (the haircut)
Las' week I got a shape up at ma barbashop
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1 1/2 on da sidez an bac
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