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ATTICA - The finalists, representing 12 area schools, have been chosen for "So You Think You Can Sing" at Seneca East School.
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Finalists in the middle school category (grades 6-8):
- Cassie Hartzell, Seneca East.
- Alexa Brooks, Riverdale.
- Ryan Outland, Upper Sandusky.
- Kayla DuBois, Shiloh.
- Macey Butchko, Firelands.
- Bobbie Hall, Seneca East.
- Megan Brunty, Upper Sandusky.
Finalists in the high school category:
- Cheyanna Littlejohn, Monroeville.
- Makayla Wilkinson, Old Fort.
- Ian Holbrook, Willard
- Courtney Barber, Plymouth
- Kaelan Vogt, Seneca East
- Raven Moloney, Carey.
- Hayley Arnold, Norwalk.
- Caytlyn Cok, Willard.
- Ellen Lange, Calvert.


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The couple that scares together stays together?
Jennifer Aniston reveals in a new interview that fiancé Justin Theroux frightens her all the time – but don't worry, in a good way.
Turns out he likes to ambush her around the house when she least expects it. He even has some favorite hiding spots.
"He calls it trickery," the actress says in a segment airing Thursday on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. "But he's constantly hiding behind drapes. And I'm constantly scared. It's like, it doesn't get old on me."
Aniston, 44, would like to get him back, although planning revenge on TV might not be the best idea.
"Do that to him. He's not expecting it now," Ellen says. Aniston replies: "Okay, shhhh … I'm going to do that!"
As for the rumors of a Friends reunion that swept through the Internet this week – which have since been debunked – Aniston says that was news to her.
"You're hearing it here first," she says, "as am I."
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Friday, February 7, 2014
Palmetto Christian laid claim to the SCISA AA Region II championship Tuesday with a 44-32 win at Dorchester Academy.
The Eagles move two games above second-place Dorchester in the region standings with two region games to play. Palmetto Christian owns the tiebreaker over Dorchester with a win Jan. 17, and a second Tuesday.
Eagles wing Joe Siegwald continues to improve since returning from injury in January. Siegwald turned in his best game of the season with a game-high 14 points on 6-7 shooting. Chris DeMarco added 10 points and four steals, Will Tuchfarber 10 points, and J.T. Waters eight points, seven assists. The Eagles shot 49 percent from the field as a team.
Holding on to a three-point lead headed into the fourth quarter, Palmetto Christian (11-9, 8-0) saved its best for last. The Eagles outscored Dorchester 17-8, with their highest-scoring quarter of the game.
Vance Collier led Dorchester with 11 points. Palmetto Christian didn't allow Dorchester to score in double digits in any quarter Tuesday.
Lady Eagles win fifth straight
The Palmetto Christian Lady Eagles jumped on Dorchester early Tuesday for a 48-37 road win.
Palmetto Christian (11-10, 6-2) opened a 19-point lead through the first quarter, limiting Dorchester to just five points. The Lady Eagles cooled off in the second but defensively held firm, allowing eight points to maintain a sizeable lead.
Corey Caulder led all scorers with 22 points to go with seven rebounds and six steals. Lizzie Wilson added nine points, four assists, and Annie Pascutti score six with seven rebounds.
The win is the Lady Eagles' fifth straight, fourth in Region II.
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And what better way to recount the biggest drama from the Big Apple than with the juiciest lines from Part One of their reunion?
I Tossed a Liquid When She Was in Liquid!
Ramona Singer didn't exactly apologize to Kristen Taekman for tossing her wine glass at her while the model swam in the Berkshires, but she did (finally) admit "it was unladylike."
"It was plastic!" Ramona protested. "My intention was not to hit your face."
"She had a good gash in her lip," Countess LuAnn de Lesseps (a former nurse) summed up.
How Are 23-Year-Olds in Bed?
Host Andy Cohen asked Sonja Morgan about her penchant for boy toys this season, including 23-year-old Big Ben, whose relationship ended after Singer called his mother.
"[Ben] was a good dancer, let's put it that way," Morgan coyly stated.
You Don't Pick Your Parents
Ain't that the truth, especially when it comes to Aviva Drescher, whose 76-year-old father, George, stirred up lots of emotions this season, from his never-ending sexual innuendoes and engagement to a 25-year-old to his touching of Taekman's breast and feud with Singer.
But he did go too far with the Pinot Princess?
"I can never be in his presence again," Singer told Drescher, insinuating his remarks were about necrophilia. "What he said was beyond b-a-d … I know I can be unedited … but what he did shocked me."
"He's vulgar," agreed Drescher. "He's inappropriate … unfortunately, you don't pick your parents."
You Are Delusional!
Taekman accused Morgan of not living in the real world when she described the many successful "lifestyle" businesses she runs and the numerous staffers she employs.
"There's not a person in this room who wouldn't call you delusional," said Taekman, while Heather Thomson added, "The only staff I've ever seen are interns."
"Why don't we ever see your businesses on camera?" asked Carole Radziwill, referring to Morgan's varied ventures, from toaster ovens to perfumes.
"I have to stay very focused on the 45 people I'm paying," said Morgan. "People pay me for branding advice."
But it was the Countess who called her out.
"Sonja doesn't live in reality," said de Lesseps. "You're scattered."
"You're a bully!" countered Morgan, but de Lesseps kept up the heat, saying, "You're a liar, and you believe your own crap."
The drama continues with Part Two of The Real Housewives of New York City reunion on Tuesday (9 p.m. ET) on Bravo.


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Dear students:
Greetings and good wishes to you as we begin the 2010-2011 school year. I hope your summer was filled with rest and replenishment and that you took time to reflect upon the past year—your accomplishments, your blessings, and your hopes for the coming year at Marquette. Indeed, last year was filled with opportunities to make a difference in the world, and this year calls us, as each new year does, to find ways to live out the mission.
Excellence, faith, leadership, service: these are the core of Marquette. We see them as separate yet intertwining aspects of a mission that binds us in our work to create a more tolerant, just world, where people are in communion with one another, endeavoring to honor this great life with which we've all been blessed. It is a calling we share. We are women and men for others.
The Division of Student Affairs takes seriously the calling to be men and women for others and cherishing the dignity of every individual. It begins here, on this campus. We are committed to making Marquette an inclusive community, and we value the richness and diversity each person brings to this community. It is through "other" that we come to know the self, and when we are aware of our own selves—our strengths, our weaknesses, our talents and gifts—we can begin to act with a greater purpose in our world.
For our part, the division has recommitted itself to the mission by rewriting our strategic plan. The plan reflects much of the work we already do: educating, embracing, engaging, and empowering students, but it also challenges us to do more. All of us in the division strive, too, to be the difference.
I challenge you to take advantage of all this campus has to offer. I challenge you to go beyond your comfort zone and use your gifts in ways that help to meet the deep needs of the world. Something as small as opening your mind and heart to other points of view, even when they are in contrast to your own, can make a difference.
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MORGANTOWN - West Virginia University officials announced today a broad partnership with IMG College designed to bring new national and corporate support and brand recognition to the University's athletic program. The agreement is effective with the 2013-14 academic year.
The 12-year agreement, guaranteed to pay to WVU more than $80 million over 12 years, plus revenue-sharing opportunities over the length of the partnership, includes management of local game broadcasts and coaches' shows for radio and television; publications such as media guides and schedules; digital platforms including social media and web sites; corporate sponsorships; at-event promotions and game day hospitality; stadium and venue signage including scoreboards and ribbon boards; and advertising in university-owned and leased athletic facilities.
WVU retains some existing sponsorships with corporate entities such as athletic apparel and footwear, health care, financial services and pouring rights.
"It was time for WVU Athletics to grow our multimedia and sponsorship sales, especially with our recent move to the Big 12 Conference," said Director of Athletics Oliver Luck. "With the resources, services and proven track record that IMG College brings, WVU now has the opportunity to expand its revenue base by engaging new national sponsors while building our athletic and university brand. I'm extremely pleased with this move."
"West Virginia athletics under the direction of Oliver Luck has done a great job building its corporate partner program, and we're thrilled to add our resources to expand on these efforts," said Ben Sutton, president of IMG College. "West Virginia is one of last major schools to handle multimedia and sponsorship sales in house. The university's decision to entrust IMG to grow its sponsor and revenue base while building the school brand continues to validate IMG's collegiate services and burgeoning national marketing platform."
WVU joins several other Big 12 schools which have partnerships with IMG College, including Baylor, Kansas, TCU and Texas. IMG currently represents more than 90 universities nationwide as well as the NCAA and its 88 championships.
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What is IMG?
IMG College is the nation's leading collegiate multimedia, marketing and licensing/brand management company, representing more than 200 of the nation's top collegiate properties, including the NCAA and its 89 championships, NCAA football, leading conferences and many of the most prestigious colleges and universities in the country. Headquartered in Winston Salem, N.C., IMG College connects brands with the largest and most demographically attractive fan base in sports through partnership opportunities in multimedia rights, sponsorship sales, licensing, marketing, ticketing, seating, fundraising, premium events and hospitality, stadium and arena development, and consulting. IMG College produces nearly 31,000 hours of radio programming on the largest sports network in the country, manages nearly 5,000 hours of local television programming, is the leading publisher of college sports publications and is the largest manager of university athletic websites. IMG College is a division of IMG Worldwide, a global sports, fashion and media business. For more information, please visit www.imgcollege.com
Under the contract, IMG will identify a dedicated team to be based in Morgantown.
Also, radio broadcasts will move to IMG Audio, the largest independent radio network in the U.S. IMG will partner with West Virginia Media Holdings to develop television inventory, including coaches shows and other ancillary TV programming to be determined.


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Thursday, May 9, 2013
Summerville High School's Navy Junior ROTC unit held its Annual Awards Ceremony April 17, 2013 in the school gym. Approximately 400 Parents and cadets attended the ceremony. Community organization leaders as well as Mr. Joe Pye, Superintendent of Dorchester School District Two, Doctor Sean Alford Assistant Superintendent of Dorchester Mrs. Linda Huffman School District Two, Members of the Dorchester Two Board of Trustees and Mr. Kenny Farrell Summerville High Principal were on hand to present awards.
The ceremony began with Master Chief Carson Burgess introducing the special guests. Captain Mike Ivey, the Senior Naval Science Instructor made the opening remarks introducing his fellow Navy JROTC Instructors Master Chief Carson Burgess and Master Chief Chris McCool. Opening comments were made by Mr. Joe Pye (District Two Superintendent).
Several organizations outside of the school help to motivate cadets toward superior performance by recognizing the most outstanding cadets each year with awards. The following cadets received awards.
The recipient of The Military Officers Association of America was presented to Cadet Allison Holiday who has demonstrated military leadership and loyalty to the school, unit, and community and who has exhibited high moral character and exceptional military potential. Mr. Keith Rodwell made the presentation.
The recipient of The National Sojourners Award was Cadet Cameron Kunce, who demonstrated and encouraged ideals of Americanism through deed, conduct and leadership. Captain Fred Massey (USN Ret.) made the presentation.
The recipient of the VFW JROTC Award was Cadet Brienne Fredericken, who demonstrated leadership and maintained a high level of academic accomplishment. Mr. John Mellert made the presentation.
The recipient of The Daughters of the American Revolution Award was Cadet Makayla Robidoux, who sets an overall example of excellence in leadership, academics, participation and military aptitude. Mrs. Lisa Tupper made the presentation.
The recipient of The Sons of the American Revolution Award was Cadet Eric Chung who demonstrated outstanding qualities of leadership, patriotism, loyalty and military excellence. DR. Scott Buckman made the presentation.
The recipient of The Military Order of World Wars presented a medal to Cadet Sarah Keplar who has established an outstanding military and scholastic record. Captain Fred Massey (USN Ret.) made the presentation.
The American Legion presented two awards. The American Legion Military Excellence Award was presented to Cadet Tracy Brown who has demonstrated military skill and excellence. She also possesses the qualities to succeed in a military career. The American Legion Scholastic Award was presented to Cadet Richard Winters who holds the highest scholastic standing in the NJROTC. CDR. Willianm Schmitz USN (Ret) presented the awards.
The Daedalain JROTC was presented to Cadet Nina Mojica who has demonstrated patriotism and high academic achievement. Mrs. Tanya Robinson presented the award.\
The U.S. Navy League Roosevelt Youth Award was awarded to Cadet Danielle Tisdale, who demonstrated excellence in academics, moral character, and patriotism. The award was presented by LT. Michael Perira.
The recipient of The Charleston Chapter of the Military Order of the Purple Heart was Cade Ronald Rountree, who was selected based on his leadership in the unit and academic achievement. Mr. Robert J. Mastrion made the presentation.
The recipient of The American Veterans JROTC award has demonstrated diligence in the discharge of assigned duties and the willingness to serve. The recipients were Cadet Michael Poland and Cody Solders. The awards were presented by Mr. Mike Schwartz
The Surface Navy Association, Stephan Decatur Jr. award was presented to Cadet Alexics Sarine and Cadet Katelynn Cone. They were selected based on their outstanding military aptitude, academics, and leadership. Presenting the award was LT. Michael Pereira
The Sons of Confederate Veterans "H.L. Hunley Award" was presented to Cadet Kaelan Fegan. Presenting the award was Mr. Dobson. The Marine Corps League was presented by Mr. Dobson the award was presented to Cadet Kenneth Hodges.
The Special Forces Association Award for excellence is presented to a cadet who has demonstrated scholastic excellence, military proficiency and leadership. The Special Forces Association Award was presented by Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Bain. The award was presented to Cadet Megan Purd.
The U.S. Navy League Roosevelt Youth Award is presented to a cadet who demonstrates excellence in NJROTC. The U.S. Navy League Roosevelt Youth Award was presented by Mr. William Schmitz to cadet Danielle Tisdale
The Daughters of the War of 1812 is awarded to a cadet who exemplifies the ideals upon which our nation was founded. The Daughters of the War of 1812was presented by Mrs. Renee Ketchel to cadet Molly Callahan.
The Honor Cadet ribbon is awarded to the one cadet in each year group with the highest overall achievement in school.
Doctor Sean Alford Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction Dorchester School District Two Presented the Honor awards: Cadet Makay Robidoux Naval Science One, Cadet Danielle Tisdale Naval Science Two, Cadet Richard Winter Naval Science Three, and Cadet Molly Callahan Naval Science Four.
The Distinguished Cadet ribbon is awarded each year to the one cadet in each year group with the highest combined average for scholastic aptitude and military excellence. Mr. Joe Pye, Superintendent of Dorchester School District Two Presented the Distinguished award: Cadet Kathleen Wrenn Naval Science One, Cadet James Tilton Naval Science Two, Cadet Brienne Frederiksen Naval Science Three, and Cadet Nina Mojica Naval Science Four.
Cadet Commanders of each Navy JROTC team presented a School Varsity Letter to cadets on their teams. The team was Rifle Team, Drill Team, Academic, Orienteering Team, Sea Perch Team, and the Cyber Patriot Team.
After all the awards were presented Captain Mike Ivey introduced Cadet Commander Brienne Frederiksen as the Commanding Officer for the coming year 2013-2014. Cadet Nina Mojica the outgoing Commanding Officer passed the NJROTC sword in recognition of a symbolic change of command. .
At the conclusion of the awards ceremony the senior NJROTC cadets were recognized in a historical and traditional Naval ceremony "Piping Ashore" symbolizing the end of their Navy JROTC high school years.
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The Ignacio High School volleyball team powered into the Class 2A regionals this year as part of a historic 2012 season.
The Bobcats extended that run when two members were selected to the All-San Juan Basin League Team in voting by the conference coaches.
Senior Michelle Simmons was voted to the All-SJBL first team this year � and for the third time in her high school career. Junior Angela Herrera was named to the second team.
Simmons also was named to the All-State team by the Colorado Coaches of Girls Sports. She represented Ignacio at the CCGS All-State volleyball match at Arvada West High School last weekend.
�I can tell you Michelle had the support of the Telluride coach (Fawnda Rogers) to get her into the all-state game,� said Ignacio head coach Thad Cano, who coached the Bobcats to a 15-9 record in his first season.
�She told me that Michelle needs to be in that game,� Cano said.
�And there were a lot of coaches around the state that knew her from track. They hadn�t seen her play volleyball, but they knew about her ... as an athlete.�
Cano said the Paonia coach was impressed with Simmons� from track (three-time state qualifier) and from the volleyball court.
Once she got on the court with the other Class 2A all-staters, Cano said the Bobcats senior �excelled.�
�She did really well, and she played different positions,� he said of Simmons� opportunity to play middle, left side and right side in the all-state match.
�Her jump serve was ... really good,� Cano said. �She stepped up and played better than she had been playing.�
Simmons, her IHS coach said, did a good job adjusting to the different lineup combinations at the all-state match.
Often undersized, he said her jumping ability enabled her to be an effective blocker in the middle of the net.
�She went in ... nervous. But she really stepped up,� Cano said.
Herrera will return to lead the team next season: �She�ll be joined by a pair of juniors and three freshmen,� Cano said.


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Q: I've been with my boyfriend for 2˝ years. He's great in many ways - cute, funny, good to my kids, hardworking. Our chemistry is off the charts. However, one thing continues to bring me down.
He feels the need to share SO much (everything ... even sexual escapades in a campground) about his past loves. If we go somewhere new to us, he wants to tell me all about his last trip there with whomever he was with before me. If a song comes on and it reminds him of when he was trying to get over some other woman, guess who gets to hear all about it? Me!
Recently I blew up at him because we were in the grocery store and he saw an unusual item that another woman had used to make him a fabulous dinner. Well, I already heard that particular story in detail before, so as I saw him pointing out the item and getting ready to "share," I exploded and stomped off to the deli case. This caused a huge fight (again), as I have told him that I don't want to hear any more about his former conquests. I would never do that to him. I think it's hurtful and unintelligent. He says it's his history, what makes him who he is, and he's with me now and that's what matters! Please, can you offer me any advice?
- L.B., Amherst
A: He is either insecure and wants to make you jealous, or he hasn't gotten over any of his past relationships.
I'm betting on insecurity here. He wants you to know that he can have other people, but ultimately is choosing you. After two-plus years together, these things are not necessary to bring up, and he needs to cut it out. I understand that an occasional conversation might require mentioning an ex, but the instances you've listed are ridiculous.
He keeps doing it because you keep reacting to it. Sit him down and calmly tell him one last time that you will no longer listen to him talk unnecessarily about his ex-girlfriends or past sexual encounters. If he does it again, ignore it and change the subject. It will be difficult, but once he sees that he's no longer getting the jealous reaction out of you, he won't find any reason to keep doing it.
However, he does come across as really immature. If he feels the need to bring up his past in order to reassure himself of your love for him, he's not ready for a serious commitment.
Breaking the news
Q: How do I tell a long-term boyfriend from 15 years in the past, who still hopes for reconciliation, that I'm seriously involved with someone else? I made the mistake of staying in occasional touch via mail and email over the years in a platonic way while I was dating others. Now I really need to terminate contact, but I think he will be crushed, which is why I haven't said anything yet.
- S.D., Buffalo
A: Just tell him the truth and stop talking to him. He's a grown man, his heart will mend, he will find another woman, and you will both go on with your lives. If you've known that he wanted you back all this time, it was selfish of you to lead him on by evading the truth about your current situation.
Do the right thing and do it soon. A simple message of "I've enjoyed keeping in touch over the years, but I'm in a serious relationship right now and I don't think it's appropriate that we keep in contact" would suffice.
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Doesn't feel American flag is a 'seasonal' item
To the editor:
How many of you think of our American flag as a "seasonal" item? To some in the retail industry, that is how they see it. Recently I was going into a local store where several shopping carts outside on the sidewalk area were filled with sale items. Imagine my surprise to see half a cart filled with several different sizes of American flags marked at 70 percent off!
An employee was entering the store the same time as I was and I asked why the flags were in the sale carts. His response was they were "seasonal" items and old inventory. He looked a bit nervous when he saw my reaction as I said "Excuse me, our American flag is not a seasonal item!" He replied that the main company looks at it that way. Hmmm, doesn't old inventory indicate outdated merchandise or items that are no longer popular or are being replaced with new and improved versions? Our flag hasn't changed in a very long time and doesn't need improved, so I'm not quite sure how that applies.
As I was looking for a greeting card to purchase, I overheard the man sharing the conversation with the lady at the cash register. Her response "whatever" Whatever? Really? How sad that our American flag is considered by some to be acknowledged only on Memorial Day or the Fourth of July.
Veterans Day will soon be here. How would a family member who would like to honor a veteran with a flag and a thank you feel, if they were told our flag is seasonal and not available? Wonder what the veteran would think. If one of those veterans passes away in the "off" season, their military marker would have to stand empty of a flag if every store had a policy of the "seasonal American flag."
Our flag represents the greatest country in the world. "Seasonal?" No it will never be nor should it ever be considered seasonal. Long may she wave.
May God bless America.
Feels Romney-based political ad is misleading
To the editor:
Something needs to be said about the misleading political ad put out on behalf of Mitt Romney. In his latest attempt to rebut the President's assistance given to the auto industry, former governor Romney claims that Jeep, manufactured in the Toledo area, plans to shift its operations to China. This is absolutely false.
Jeep plans to continue its operations in Ohio and will add to its job force here. Chrysler, which manufactures the Jeep, has indicated that it intends to open a facility in China to produce Jeeps for the Chinese.
Get it straight Mitt.


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….Mitsubishi Shoots For More Appeal With New Outlander Sport
"Not really my kind of ride." "Only if you're into that racing stuff." "Yeah, but how's the quality?"
Mitsubishi has probably heard it all when it comes to gauging US consumers about its vehicles despite the appeal of its cars in some other markets around the world. It's been a tough stigma for the carmaker to break with a lot of American consumers.
Kinda like convincing those who prefer Pepsi to switch to Coca-Cola or vice versa. No matter how you package the pitch, a lot of fans of the beverages will contest the idea that the other tastes better.
Mitsubishi is hoping to change that with the new 2011 Outlander Sport. The compact crossover aims to address a lot of those key issues that could help broaden the carmaker's appeal in the US, especially among a younger demo that might not be all that interested in zooming around racetracks.
For those not too familiar with the brand, Mitsubishi has a built quite a rep for its performance as a rally car. Trouble is, not everybody's interested in drifting or doing burnouts. In fact, most people aren't, which is why Mitsubishi has been focusing more of its attention on features that make their vehicles more appealing to the general market.
One of the key areas of focus has been styling, which is evident with the new Outlander Sport. Mitsubishi's new crossover, designed to have more urban appeal, is a lot sportier than the full-size Outlander.
The body of the Outlander Sport is completely different than the Outlander except for the side mirrors. Mitsubishi opted to use the same name for familiarity due to the popularity of the brand.
Key exterior styling cues on the Sport model include Mitsubishi's front fascia inspired the company's high-performance sports sedan — the all of which give the crossover a more aggressive look.
The Outlander Sport, which arrives to dealerships in the fall, is featured in two models, the base ES or SE model.
Ideally, I would've liked to have an opportunity to spend more time with the Outlander Sport on the road. My first test drive consisted of a short 30-minute loop with a focus on providing an opportunity to also experience some of Mitsubishi's other vehicles on the track and some obstacle courses. But for the short drive, the Outlander Sport felt solid behind the wheel.
Available in either a 2WD or 4WD, the Outlander Sport is powered by 2.0-liter that produces 148 horsepower and 143 lb.-ft. of torque. The power is decent for daily commutes but I could definitely hear that engine working up to get up some of those inclines in Southern California. Of course, some of that might be attributed to the fact that the model tested was a preproduction model and Mitsubishi is still working out a few kinks.
An obstacle course set up at Infineon Raceway during our test drive, however, provided a good feel for how well the Outlander Sport's 4WD system performs on various road conditions and some fairly challenging driving situations. After all, performance is a part of Mitsubishi's DNA.
The 2WD ES model is available with either a 5-speed manual or the Sportronic continuously variable transmission (CVT), which provides better fuel economy. The 2WD/4WD SE versions come equipped exclusively with the CVT unit. Gas mileage is 31 city and 25 highway.
While fairly basic in design, the interior of the Outlander Sport is available with a number of features for the compact crossover segment. They include cruise control with steering wheel mounted controls, tilt and telescopic steering wheel, power windows and door locks, remote keyless entry and a 140-watt CD/MP3 audio system with steering wheel controls and four speakers, digital signal processor, equalization control and speed compensated volume and FUSE HandsFree Link System with USB input jack.
Interior room and cargo space is pretty modest for the segment.
The SE model features 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, super-wide beam HID (S-HID) headlamps, rain-sensing windshield wipers, auto on/off headlamps, upgraded interior fabric, push button start and the FAST-key passive entry system.
Among the available luxury upgrades are remote engine start, super high-intensity discharge lights, in-dash six-disc CD/MP3 compatible changer, panoramic glass roof with adjustable LED mood lighting, exterior sport trim package, piano black center console and shift panel overlay, and a 40GB navigation system with music server and real-time traffic.
The Outlander Sport SE is also available with steering wheel paddle shifts.
Other upgrades include a 710-watt Rockford-Fosgate nine-speaker audio system including a 10-inch dual-voice coil subwoofer with punch control, which is practically a booming studio on wheels.
Standard safety features include front air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) for both driver and front passenger, front side-impact air bags and air curtains, a driver knee air bag, driver's seat position and passenger weight sensors, active front seat headrests and 3-point seat belts for all five seating positions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes |
Cook Time 25 minutes
3 cups organic long grain white rice, washed and drained
5 cups water, including shiitake soaking water
1 pinch Eden Sea Salt
3 Tbsp Eden Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, diced
1/2 cup Eden Sliced Shiitake Mushrooms, soaked 10 minutes in 1 cup warm water, coarsely chopped
14 1/2 ounces Eden Diced Tomatoes w/Green Chilies, 1 can, do not drain
1/2 cup organic sweet corn, fresh or frozen, blanched 2 minutes
1 cup pitted black olives, chopped
1/2 cup green beans, remove stems, slice in 1 inch lengths
1/2 cup Eden Spaghetti Sauce
1/2 tsp dried basil
Heat up oil in a heavy cooking pot. Sauté garlic and onions for 3 minutes. Add rice and sauté another 5 minutes. Add all remaining ingredients, cover and bring to a boil. Simmer over a low flame for 20 minutes or until rice is done.
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Multiple accidents back traffic up on Interstate 81
May 22, 2013
MARTINSBURG — Traffic was slow around Martinsburg Tuesday as multiple traffic accidents occurred throughout the day, according to a supervisor at Berkeley County Central Dispatch....
Do not steal more of my money to update infrastructure. It was good enough in 1970, it should be good enough now.
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"to stop the problems in the work zone is to make the trucks stay in the right lane instead of the left lane." What more regulations interfering with these small business people who are just trying to make a living. Shame on you.
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this story would have been a lot more interesting if there was a fire.
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I agree arcadian. Also once you are coming out of the construction on northbound 81 about a half a mile before you get to the bridge in the right lane there is 3 places that the ruts are so bad that when you go through them it feels like you might lose the wheel weights off your rims.
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I think the construction site running 5 or 6 miles is terribly marked and the lanes are just plain too narrow for all that truck traffic. Somebody should investigate if it complies with recognized construction safety standards. I bet it does not.
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HIMMGT - City Hospital has been renamed. It is now the Berkeley County Medical Center.
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Where is Berkeley County Medical Center?
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Great points. The ONLY thing that I could criticize is that if you require all trucks to stay right, it could potentially lead to issues for merging traffic, but I tend to agree with what you are saying.
Clearly, you and I drive the same roads- people not having the sense to stay right, tractor trailers trying to pass each other and taking 2-3 miles to pass a single truck, passing on uphills, passenger cars failing to yield/parallel driving...I could go on and on.
If the WVSP enforced the drive right/pass left laws, there would be a LOT less aggressive driving incidents because aggressive drivers are often responding (out of frustration or anger) to TERRIBLE driving by other drivers- improper lane changes, driving slow in the wrong lane, etc.
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Azeez Babatunde Banire, 20, of Brookmeade Circle, Williamsport, Md., was arrested Monday on one misdemeanor count of possession of marijuana after a small amount of marijuana was found in his car following a two-vehicle accident at the off ramp from Interstate 81 at the 20-mile marker.
Banire was arraigned and later released from custody after posting $5,000 bail.
Hmmm.... Interesting
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The point is...accidents happen. I doubt that there is a town or city with an interstate running through it (construction or not) that doesn't experience accidents. So as I see it a plan must be implemented to handle the major backups. Yesterday there was 5+ hours of backup - aside from the inconvenience, I saw 2 people who ran out of gas in the line of traffic. More delay. Didn't one person pass out in the line of traffic - I had just left a meeting where the secretary had just left to go have her baby....I kept thinking what would be going on in a car with a woman in labor. Oh one more aside..to the idiots who decided to make their own exit lane on Dry Run - that blue car that you almost side swiped was mine.
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Most municipalities lower speed limits in areas with numerous on/off ramps, whether the prevailing highway speed is 65 or 70. The speed limit is not the only factor, but a higher speed reduces reaction time and increases accident severity.
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In Maryland they monitor with cameras in construction speed zones. People seem to obey the speed limit there. If you drive 55 mph in the I-81 construction zone in Berkeley County, you're getting passed by just about everyone.
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I don't know if there is anything to do about accidents on 81. There are just a over abundance of bad drivers. People riding in the left lanes holding up traffic. Tractor trailers with governors on their speed passing a truck with the same speed backing traffic up for miles. In the work zone people obeying the work zone speed and others staying at their regular speed. I think one way to stop the problems in the work zone is to make the trucks stay in the right lane instead of the left lane. Again though there isn't much to do at the point of a bad driver who has gotten a driver liscence. I would think more training involved in achieving the ability to get a liscence and refresher courses every couple of years. Lowering the speed limit though is pointless.
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WVSP has seriously ramped up enforcement on 81 of late, but they can't be everywhere at once. I hope the increased presence remains until the construction is completed, and then is distributed across all of 81in WV.
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"There also needs to be law enforcement presence ALL those time"
AMEN!!!!!!! Too many drive recklessly,tailgating,lane changes,speeding and phone use and the police DO NOTHING.
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Too bad everyone wasn't taught to drive by my mother.
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I'm sure everyone involved was driving 55, right?
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"I suggested as much a couple of years ago -- that it made no sense for the I-81 speed limit for the 30 miles of West Virginia between Winchester and Hagerstown to rise above the posted speed limits in those other states. "
Uhhh, the speed limit in Virginia is 70. So, there is no difference in speed between the 2 states.
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"yet you fail to build a suitable infrastructure to support an efficient means for people to navigate the areas at critical times." What? you can't do it yourself?
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The speed limit in the construction zone should be lowered even lower like it is in PA. Should be 45 though there.
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Having been stuck in the southbound accident, then getting off at Dry Run and wiggling my way past the hospital, mall and out to 45 - I was so tempting to jump out and post a road guard - only I didn't have one handy. Wondering if there is a Deputy Reserve Corp in BC like Jefferson and Morgan - could they have been utilized for traffic control?
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Major - you didn't read the article, no where was there mention that someone was on a cell phone. More than likely, the mini cooper was riding in the trucker's blind spot, and lets face it - mini coopers are really small anyway. When the trucker went to change lanes, he saw it and over corrected which caused the accident. I am just glad that all are ok.
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This is nothing more than a consequence of the poor planning on the part of the local planning commissions to address needed infrastructure updates before leveling farms and rural land to create the 'country' feel in housing developments. The failure to expand I-81 to 3 lanes completely from the VA to and THROUGH the Potomac bridge at the MD state line is a continuing blemish. Throw 340 at the VA state line in there for the Jefferson County commission.
You guys want the revenue from house building and income taxes, yet you fail to build a suitable infrastructure to support an efficient means for people to navigate the areas at critical times. People need to get to and from their jobs, which are anywhere BUT the eastern panhandle. Another 5-10 years, and it will be like sitting on I-70 westbound just outside of Security Blvd at 4 pm in bumper to bumper traffic all of the time.
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I'm glad they fixed the guardrail. After all, it kept the semi on the road. Otherwise, he would have gone down the hill and spilled his load of paint.
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It seems that several of the latest accidents were caused by drivers lack of attention. Not making sure the lane beside u is clear or allowing proper distance between vehicles. Speed wouldn't have helped in those cases.
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Kirstie Alley & Gilles Marini Eliminated on Dancing
Two all-star couples got the boot on Tuesday night, following Monday's Veteran's Day tribute.
Combining their scores from Monday and the previous elimination-free week, Kirstie Alley and Maksim Chmerkovskiy were again in the bottom spot, just below Apolo Ohno and Karina Smirnoff.
Gilles Marini and Peta Murgatroyd were uncharacteristically in the bottom three.
The first to go were Alley and Chmerkovskiy.
"The second time around was very special to me," said Alley. "I learned more about dancing, believe it or not."
They were followed by a mild shock, with the departure of usually high-scoring Marini and Murgatroyd, who couldn't overcome the recent rough patch.
"In the end, it was just an incredible experience," said Marini.


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From the National Geographic book Four Seasons of Travel
Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park, Quebec, Canadawww.quebecmaritime.ca
The meeting point of the St. Lawrence River and the Atlantic Ocean is a safe haven for large marine life. In addition to the world's largest mammal, the 100-foot (30-meter) blue whale, the St. Lawrence estuary is home to 1,000 belugas. For a closer look, take a sea excursion by boat or kayak.
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The Bay of Fundy attracts the largest population of North Atlantic right whales—one of the most endangered whale species. With some of the world's highest tides, the bay amasses large quantities of zooplankton, attracting up to 12 different kinds of whales. Each summer, the Grand Manan Basin becomes the right whale's primary nursery and feeding ground.
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Every summer, the ice in the North Atlantic's Baffin Bay melts away to become a marine feeding ground, welcoming one of the longest-living animals on Earth—the bowhead whale. Reaching ages exceeding 100 years, bowheads follow a migration pattern in association with ice floes. Characterized by their large heads, bowheads are capable of breaking through sea ice at least eight inches (20 centimeters) thick.
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Close to 30 species of cetaceans (whales, dolphins, and porpoises) visit Channel Islands National Park, providing numerous opportunities to encounter these majestic creatures. Hike to a lookout, scale the visitor center tower, or—for a closer look—book a boat tour.
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After a long winter in the West Indies, humpbacks and newly born calves begin their journey to New England feeding grounds in the Gulf of Maine. By May, most have arrived and can be seen near the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary's various locations in eastern Massachusetts.
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North America's most diverse estuary system, the Indian River Lagoon is home to more than 2,000 species of plants and animals. The bottlenose dolphins found in the lagoon are smaller and have longer flippers than their ocean relatives. Encounter the fascinating behavior of these gentle and playful creatures on a daily Dolphin Discovery tour, guided by a certified Florida coastal naturalist.
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Gray whales travel 12,000 miles (19,300 kilometers) in migration—the longest of any mammal on Earth—from the freezing feeding waters of Alaska's Bering Sea to the balmy breeding grounds of Mexico's lagoons, which provide a prime destination for whale-loving vacationers.
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Aside from the Azores' magnificent mountain expanses and coastal scenery, this mid-Atlantic Portuguese archipelago is one of the world's best whale-watching destinations, attracting humpback, pilot, fin, minke, and blue whales. Pico Island ("the village of whales") offers an eight-day B&B package that includes several whale- and dolphin-watching boat excursions.
Rurutu, French Polynesiawww.tahiti-tourism.com
Surrounded by a barrier reef, Rurutu is known for being in a prime humpback whale migration pathway and plays host to much calving, nursing, and mating. Boats depart from Moerai for trips to whale-watch, witness mothers playing with their calves, and listen to the underwater opera amplified by the coral seabed.
Disco Bay, Greenlandwww.greenland-travel.com
About 15 species of whales visit Greenland each year, but the narwhal—the unicorn of the sea—is among the stars. This elusive whale is known for its long, distinctive spiral tusk. At times, males can be seen surfacing the water mid-joust.
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SL TV: An Internal Battle - Ryan Spaulding
Ryan Spaulding was destined to play baseball.
His father, Roger, played collegiately at Wright State and the duo had many father-son lessons growing up in Sweetser, Indiana.
However, two weeks before Spaulding was set to embark on his freshman season at Ball State, his future was in question.
Spaulding was diagnosed with a disease which would temporarily take away the one constant in his life - baseball.
Now, as a sophomore, Spaulding has helped the 2014 Cardinals to their first Mid-American Conference regular season championship in 13 years.
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Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria. TB primarily targets the lungs but may affect any area of the body. It can be spread through the air from person to person through droplets of respiratory secretions such as sputum or aerosols released by coughing, sneezing, laughing, or breathing.
Most of those who become infected with M. tuberculosis manage to confine the mycobacteria to a few cells in their lungs, where they stay alive but in an inactive form. This latent TB infection does not make the person sick or infectious and, in most cases, it does not progress to active tuberculosis. However, some people - especially those with compromised immune systems - may progress directly from initial TB infection to active tuberculosis. People who have HIV are much more likely to become sick if they contract TB. A person who has latent TB and their immune system becomes weakened may then develop active TB. Another increasing concern is drug-resistant forms of TB that are resistant to the antibiotics typically prescribed to treat the disease.
TB is one of the world's deadliest diseases, although it is relatively uncommon in the U.S. Still, it is a large health issue among at-risk groups. Current guidelines call for targeted screening among such groups.
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- People who have close contact with a person who has known or suspected TB disease
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- Tuberculin skin test (TST) also called the Mantoux tuberculin skin test, the TST (or PPD for Purified Protein Derivative) is performed by injecting a small amount of fluid (called tuberculin) into the skin in the lower part of the arm. Following this test, you must return within 48 to 72 hours for a trained health care worker to look for a reaction.
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Sources Used in Current Review
Mazurek GH et al. Updated Guidelines for Using Interferon Gamma Release Assays to Detect Mycobacterium tuberculosis Infection --- United States, 2010. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. June 25, 2010 / 59(RR05);1-25. Available online at http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/rr5905a1.htm?s_cid=rr5905a1_e through http://www.cdc.gov. Accessed October 2012.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Tuberculosis (TB). Available online at http://www.cdc.gov/tb/. Accessed October 2012.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. TB: Testing & Diagnosis. Available online at http://www.cdc.gov/tb/topic/testing through http://www.cdc.gov. Accessed October 2012.
Hauck FR et al. Identification and Management of Latent Tuberculosis Infection. Am Fam Physician. 2009 May 15;79(10):879-886. Available online at http://www.aafp.org/afp/2009/0515/p879.html through http://www.aafp.org. Accessed October 2012.
U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. Screening for Tuberculosis Infection. Release date 1996. Available online at http://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/uspstubr.htm through http://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org. Accessed October 2012.
MayoClinic.com. Tuberculosis. Available online at http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/tuberculosis/DS00372 through http://www.mayoclinic.com. Accessed October 2012.


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Well, Aguilera was certainly in Burlesque.
Well, Aguilera was certainly in Burlesque.
Yeah, the very first part and the end of the program was "tough lover" by aguilera, burlesque
PJKwong has tweeted from Canada's high performance camp that Virtue and Moir are indeed using Carmen as their FD.
She also says their SD starts with "something classical"- not surprising that if they are not polkaing throughout, the other 2 rhythms are waltz and march.
Pj Kwong @skatingpj
Virtue/Moir SD - gorgeous waltz composed by (actor) Anthony Hopkins!! (Who knew?) FD is Carmen - confirmed #cbcskates
8:44 AM - 6 Sep 12
Skate Canada @SkateCanada also tweeted re Carmen FD
I know at lot of you have been asking - Virtue & Moir will skate their free to Carmen!
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Did Anthony Hopkins compose any other waltz other than And The Waltz Goes On?
Here it is, performed by Rieu:
Of course what I want to know is what polka they are using!
Pj Kwong @skatingpj
Chan's SP - rachmaninoff - Free is La Boheme #cbcskates
8:46 AM - 6 Sep 12
Can't wait to see how Virtue & Moir will interpret Carmen
Still, I'm more excited to watch the FDs of Weaver & Poje and Pechalat & Bourzat.
From the GS front page article, more info about Pechalat & Bourzat's programs:
SD French CanCan (for the Yankee Polka) and Parisian Waltz by Yves Montand
The songs that they selected for the Rolling Stones medley FD are: Miss You, Angie, Sympathy for the Devil, and Start Me Up.
the CanCan counts as a polka?!
I'm not seeing it. Furthermore, the assertion that all of V&M's SD to an Anthony Hopkins waltz is even more puzzling (but may not actually be true).
This is particularly, particularly puzzling when you can lose all of your key points in the pattern dance for having the wrong timing, even if you do the steps correctly. This happened to Poulin/Servant Canada at Lake Placid JGP.
it's not like polka music is rare...
Too true. And it's not like there isn't some variety in polka music: there are country music polkas (O Susanna), grand ballroom polkas (Strauss/Die Fledermaus), French polkas, Mexican narco corridas, Bavarian polkas, joke polkas (Weird Al Yankovic), religious polka music, etc.
I'm surprised P&B didn't chose a French polka to go with Yves Montand rather than CanCan.
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Bazarova/Larionov : Dreams of Love
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TAMPA, Fla. - The Stetson women's tennis team finished day one of play on Friday at the ITA Southeast Regional in Tampa with one doubles victory.
Juniors Lindsey Cable (Gainesville, Fla.) and MayaBlue Stauffer-MacDowell (Asheville, NC) were victorious against Courtney Griffith and Sofia Baptista of UCF, winning the match 8-3. Their next match will be Saturday at 9 a.m. against Giulietta Boha and Rita Maisak of FIU.
Freshman Andrea Crespo (Valencia, Spain) and junior Diana Bukajeva (Riga, Latvia) played a tough match, but ultimately fell to Lorena Aviles and Melanie Aguirre of UNF, 9-7.
In singles, Bukajeva fell to Marina Cunningham of North Florida 4-6, 7-5, 6-1. She will play against Genevieve Lorbergs in the back draw Saturday morning at 9 a.m.
Crespo was defeated by Elizabeth Kilborn of Georgia Tech 6-4, 6-3. She will face Natalia Tomaszewicz of FAU in the back draw, also on Saturday morning at 9 a.m.


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As part of their goal to partner with community-based organizations, the Dangberg Home Ranch is hosting "Radio Memories" Saturday and Sunday.
The Carson Valley Community Theater is staging the play that takes the audience back to a day in 1940s radio, with the comedy, drama, mystery and adventure of "The Lone Ranger," "The Bickersons," "Buck Rogers in the 25th Century" and more.
"Our goal is to partner with other local nonprofit organizations so they can use the park for activities that support their missions. In the case of 'Radio Memories,' our partner is the Carson Valley Community Theater, and the income raised at the event will support both the CVCT and the Friends of Dangberg Home Ranch," Curator Mark Jensen said. "But, this isn't just a fundraising event, it's an opportunity for the park to fulfill its mission of providing a gathering place, for the CVCT to do what they love to do, and for our visitors to have an enjoyable evening with their family and friends."
Prior to the performance, ticket-holders will have the opportunity to see an exhibit in the Dangberg ranch house, with a display of artifacts and documents from the 1930s and 1940s.
"Hosting these events is something that I've hoped would happen at the park," Jensen said. "Now that the Friends of Dangberg Home Ranch is operating the park, we're able to do a lot more than when it was a state park."
The park is owned by Douglas County, but the Friends of Dangberg Home Ranch operates the park independently under the county's authority.
They work closely with the Douglas County Parks & Recreation Department in caring for the facility, however, the Friends is a nonprofit that earns much of its support through membership donations.
"I encourage everyone who cares about history and historic preservation, community parks, and education programs to join the effort," Jensen said, "and we offer more information about that opportunity on our website."
Jensen said he plans on using the Dangberg Home Ranch to host future events.
"We'll continue to present speakers and Chautauquas, as well as the themed exhibits that the park has offered in past years, including a historic clothing exhibit on Oct. 13-14 and 20-21 and toy exhibit in December," he said. "We're also working on plans for visual arts and musical performances, and we'll announce details of those events soon. We'll continue to offer guided tours, free school field trips, and to care for the park's valuable artifact collection and historic structures."
Tickets for "Radio memories" are $30 per car, and each ticket admits up to six people who arrive together in the same car, truck or SUV. Vintage automobiles are encouraged. Gates open at 3:30 p.m., with the performance at 5 p.m. Wine and beverages will be available for sale, and ticket-holders can also bring their own picnic.
The audience must bring their own lawn chairs or blankets, as no seating is provided. Pets, with the exception of certified service animals, are not permitted. This is an outdoor event.
Tickets must be pre-purchased and are available at Battle Born Wine, 1448 Highway 395, Joyce's Fine Jewelry, 1503 Highway 395, Plant It Nursery, 1346 Centerville Lane or The Entertainer, 1426 Industrial Way. Tickets can also be purchased in Stateline at Events, Ink, 152 Highway 50.
To keep up on what events are happening at the Dangberg Home Ranch visit their Facebook page at facebook.com/dangberghomeranch, or website at www.dangberghomeranch.org.


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quote: It'll take years, but if AMD survives, I have a feeling Intel will regret letting 10,000 employees go last year. I'm sure several of those were people who poured many long hours into developing the Core 2 architecture. Once they knew they had a hit on their hands, all those people were essentially dead weight.
quote: Intel didn't cut anyone from the Israeli lab which was the masterminds behind the Core 2 architecture. People cut were from old 90nm fabs, marketing, middle management, and old timers from the 200mm wafer factory.


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Being blocked, or not being able to move forward
I am glad to see that I am not the only one being heismaned on this assignment
作者 khazrn 2010年2月13日
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Getting it in the butt from the star football player, prefferably on a feild (50 yard line). Then when you go to ask for his number you get stiff armed in the face.
Chappel heisman'ed Besty last weekend, not only was her bowl movement extremely painful, but she has a black eye.
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Irene M. Ghobrial, MD
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Boston, MA
Abstract Number:
J Clin Oncol 31, 2013 (suppl; abstr 8602)
Irene M. Ghobrial, Jacob Laubach, Philippe Armand, Erica Boswell, Courtney Hanlon, Stacey Chuma, Esther Dawn Chu, Damian Handisides, Stew Kroll, Barbara Hickingbottom, Kenneth Carl Anderson, Paul Gerard Guy Richardson; Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Jerome Lipper Multiple Myeloma Center, Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA; Threshold Pharmaceuticals, Inc., South San Francisco, CA; Threshold Pharmaceuticals, South San Francisco, CA
Background: TH-302 is an investigational 2-nitroimidazole prodrug of the DNA alkylator Br-IPM designed to be selectively activated in hypoxia. In multiple myeloma (MM) mouse models, diseased animals demonstrate a marked expansion of areas of hypoxia in the bone marrow. TH-302 exhibited anti-tumor activity against MM in vitro and in vivo and synergism was seen when combined with bortezomib (Hu et al, Blood 2010; Chesi et al, Blood 2012). Based on these findings, a phase I/II study of TH-302 plus dexamethasone (dex) was initiated for patients (pts) with relapsed/refractory MM.
Methods: Eligible pts in the study (NCT01522872) had ECOG PS ≤ 2, receipt of at least two prior therapies, and acceptable hepatorenal function and hematologic status. A standard 3+3 dose escalation design was used with a fixed oral 40 mg dose of dex and 40% dose increments of TH-302. TH-302 was administered IV with dex on days 1, 4, 8, and 11 of a 21-day cycle. The objectives were to determine DLTs and the MTD; assess the safety, tolerability and preliminary clinical activity of TH-302 plus dex; and study the relationship between hypoxia within the bone marrow and response to TH-302.
Results: Eleven pts have been treated: 7M/4F with a median age 61 years (range: 53 – 86) and 6 prior therapies (range: 3 – 10). All received both bortezomib and lenalidomide/thalidomide containing regimens. TH-302 was dosed at 240 (n=5), 340 (n=4), and 480 (n=2) mg/m² for a median of 5 cycles. No DLTs were reported at 240 or 340 mg/m². Two pts treated at 480 mg/m² had DLTs of grade 3 mucositis, exceeding the definition of MTD. A dose expansion is thus ongoing at 340 mg/m2. Two patients had SAEs related to TH-302 (pneumonia). Five pts continue on study after a median of 7 cycles (range: 2–11). Nine pts have had efficacy evaluations: 2 pts with partial responses, 2 pts with minimal responses, and 5 pts with stable disease, for an overall response rate (of MR or better) of 44%.
Conclusions: TH-302 can be administered at 340 mg/m2 biweekly + dex, with dose limiting mucositis seen at higher doses. Initial clinical activity has been noted with an ORR of 44% in heavily pretreated MM pts who are relapsed/refractory to both bortezomib and lenalidomide.
Clinical trial information: NCT01522872


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on October 31, 2012 - 5:28 PM
The former prosecutor accusing District Attorney Frank A. Sedita III of giving a pass to a political ally is appealing the dismissal of his civil suit against Sedita.
Mark A. Sacha claims the judge overseeing his wrongful-termination case – he was fired in 2009 after going public with his criticism of Sedita – erred in dismissing the lawsuit last week.
"It goes against the public's right to know about government corruption," Sacha said of the ruling by Chief U.S. District Judge William M. Skretny.
In his dismissal, Chief U.S. District Judge William M. Skretny stopped short of answering the question at the crux of Sacha's lawsuit – did Sedita give a pass from prosecution to political operative G. Steven Pigeon. – but nevertheless dismissed his whistle-blower suit.
In ruling against Sacha, Skretny found that Sacha's public criticism of Sedita's relationship with Pigeon was not protected by the First Amendment or state whistle-blower law.
The ruling represents a victory for Sedita in his three-year legal battle with Sacha, the former prosecutor who questioned Sedita's political dealings with Pigeon, a former Erie County Democratic Party Chairman.
Sacha claimed that while he was investigating Pigeon, the political operative helped orchestrate a series of endorsements that allowed Sedita to win election as district attorney.
Sacha has claimed from Day One that Pigeon's political and personal relationship with Sedita and his predecessor, Frank Clark, is the reason they passed on prosecuting Pigeon on charges of election law violations. "There's been an injustice done and not just to me and my family, but the public as well," Sacha said.
Sedita and Clark have both repeatedly denied the allegations. Both have said they viewed Pigeon as a witness, not a target, during their investigation of Paul T. Clark, a 2007 candidate for county executive, and have suggested that Sacha is nothing more than a disgruntled former employee.
"The district attorney does not wish to comment because the summary dismissal of his frivolous and meritless lawsuit has already caused Mark Sacha enough humiliation," said Adam W. Perry, Sedita's lawyer.
Sacha's suit detailed Pigeon's alleged involvement in laundering a $10,000 contribution that allegedly came from the campaign of former County Executive Joel A. Giambra to Paul T. Clark's unsuccessful 2007 campaign for county executive.
Paul Clark – no relation to Frank Clark – agreed to a misdemeanor plea deal in the case, but Sacha alleged that both Sedita and Frank Clark were afraid to pursue charges because of Pigeon's power in local politics.
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EPC: 6" 07-09 Chevy Tahoe 1500 2WD Coilover Lift Kit
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This is a new 6" Pro Comp suspension lift kit with coil overs for the 07-09 Chevy Tahoe 1500 2WD . It is made by ProComp and is being offered by Top Gun Customz . This kit has just been released and is bad to the bone!
This kit is designed to only fit the 2WD models! Check our Online Store for the 4x4 kits.
Pro Comp Suspension is ready to deliver performance 6" lift systems for GM's latest Silverado and Sierra's. Stage II systems include MX 2.75c Series coil over front shocks and MX6 adjustable rear shocks for exceptional ride comfort and accurate handling. Other features include one-piece cross members and high strength extended steering knuckles that install easily and preserve factory steering geometry, turning radius and alignment specifications.
Approximate installation time for complete suspension system is 6-8 hours. Six inches of lift allows the use of 35" x 12.50" tires on 17"-20" Aftermarket rims with similar width and offset.
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Saturday, May 3, 2014
The Stratford softball team reached the District 7 title game with another sturdy defensive performance.
The Lady Knights turned a pair of double plays and pitcher Nikki Linthicum fanned six batters and scattered three hits in Stratford's 2-0 victory over North Augusta on Saturday in the Class AAAA playoffs.
Stratford (19-8) hosts Wednesday's district final against either North Augusta or Conway. The Lady Knights need one win in a potential two-game situation to make the Lower State final four, which begins May 10.
North Augusta (14-10) meets Conway in an elimination game on Monday.
"(Pitching and defense) was definitely the biggest factor," said SHS coach Debra Tolar, whose team was coming off a 2-1 win over Colleton County on Thursday. "The first team scored just one run, and today they didn't score any. Our biggest problem today was leaving too many men on base."
The Lady Knights manufactured a pair of runs in the first two innings without the benefit of a hit. Stratford loaded the bases in the first inning on a pair of walks and a fielder's choice but could only score when Kayli Miles swiped home on a throw back to the pitcher.
In the second, Stratford scored its other run on a fielding error.
Linthicum improved to 12-5.
North Augusta's Meghan Whitfield took the loss despite giving up just four hits.
The winner of District 7 will travel to meet the winner of District VIII in the first Lower State final four game.
Bluffton is the unbeaten District VIII team.
Wando (Dist. V) and Summerville (Dist. VI) are the other unbeaten in district play.
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Confidence Scoring of Time Delay Based Direction of Arrival Estimates and a Generalization to Difference Quantities
Pirinen, Tuomo
Publication type: Doctoral dissertation
Issue date: 2009-12-04
Belongs to: Tampereen teknillinen yliopisto. Julkaisu - Tampere University of Technology. Publication;854
University: Tampere University of Technology
Faculty: Faculty of Computing and Electrical Engineering
Department: Department of Signal Processing
Sensors are used for obtaining information from their operating environment. Recently, the use of multiple sensory units as arrays or networks has become popular. This has been caused by developments in sensor technology and the inherent application potential. Costs of sensory units and systems have decreased with developments in electronics. In addition, advances in communication technologies, such as wireless operation, make it easier to deploy systems with a large number of sensory units. Several applications exist for these systems in the areas of monitoring, control, surveillance, communications and multimedia devices. With developments, come additional requirements. Sensor systems are expected to operate for long periods of time, possibly unattended. Furthermore, environmental and signal conditions may be adverse. As a result, errors caused by disturbances occur in system output and hardware malfunctions may develop between scheduled maintenance. Automatic operation is still expected and even if human operators are available, manual inspection of the data from individual units is not feasible in large systems. This raises the need for error-tolerant processing, that is able to assess the quality of produced data and detect potential malfunctions. This thesis addresses these issues within acoustic direction of arrival (DOA) estimation. An array of microphones is utilized to acquire acoustic pressure signals from a far-field source. Time differences of arrival (TDOAs) between the sensors are estimated and used to compute the direction estimate. Specifically, the plane wave slowness vector (SV) formulation of the problem is examined, allowing a linear model to be used for estimation. In practice, signals are noisy and time delay estimates contain large errors making the directional estimates inaccurate. This work examines confidence scores that can be used to evaluate the instantaneous estimation error and to remove highly erroneous delay estimates from the processing. A robust and scalable DOA estimator is introduced. It is further demonstrated with experiments that confidence scores can be used for signal activity detection, outlier removal and sensor failure compensation. One of the examined confidence scores is based on closed-path properties of TDOAs. This score is generalized beyond the plane wave DOA domain to a difference quantity model. Examples of difference quantities include voltages and spherical-wave TDOAs used in source localization. The scoring principle is brought into a statistical framework and outlier detection is formulated as a hypothesis testing problem. An optimum detector is derived and its properties are analyzed. The results of this work provide simple and computationally light means for sensor arrays to diagnose their operation instantaneously in dynamic conditions.
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One dancer says to dance is to live. And he spreads life by instructing. But he lost his dance space where he taught every Wednesday for free. And now his gift is limited to once a month. This month's unsung hero is Mark Figueroa.
Mark Figueroa and his crew Kinetik-X were practicing a hip hop routine for an upcoming show. He choreographs, teaches and demonstrates.
"Movement definitely saved my life because that's how I coped," said Mark Figueroa, "So, instead of doing what everyone else was doing which was smoking weed, doing pills or getting drunk that was my outlet, I turned to dance. I got my high from dance."
And his mom, Marisol Colon, said he gave this high to others on Hamilton Street at the Arts and Development Center in Allentown for five years for free.
"He just genuinely has a good spirit and he wants to give back," said Colon.
Figueroa explained why.
"Whether you live in a good neighborhood or you don't, whether you're going through something or you just want to dance to celebrate," said Figueroa, "I feel like everybody deserves a fair chance."
But now he needs a new space.
"It would mean the world to him," explained fellow dancer, Tiara Hardy, "Because I think that shows dedication. It shows love for what you do. Not everyone would do this for free."
"A lot of studios and a lot of places they're expensive," said Figueroa, "I need to give people that don't have the money to pay for these classes another outlet."
Until he finds a studio of his own, he'll offer a free class the first Friday of each month at Dynamix Dance Center.
"I want to be happy and I want to make everybody else around me completely happy," said Figueroa, "It's who I am."
His gift of hip hop makes him an unsung hero.


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A jewish rapper, or a jewish person who is really flashy like a rapper.
That platinumstein's new track is tight
ayon kay Your Granddad ika-31 ng Hulyo, 2004
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A jewish person who acts like a rapper. From platinum + names like goldstein, etc.
Did you see David's new Bentley? That shit's straight platinumstein!
Or "That Platinumstein just bought 22s"
Or "That Platinumstein just bought 22s"
ayon kay Uncle Arvin ika-31 ng Hulyo, 2004


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Though there is no official confirmation, the friend says, "It happened earlier this evening. Jay wanted it to be a really private affair – close friends and family."
The ceremony was followed by a lavish party at the rapper's Tribeca apartment that drew Beyoncé's mother Tina Knowles, her father/manager Mathew, her sister Solange, her Destiny's Child mates Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams, and the couple's friend Gwyneth Paltrow.
(See photos of the guests arriving here.)
The wedding buzz began when the couple went to get a marriage license at a village hall in Scarsdale, N.Y., on Tuesday.
DJ Cassidy, a favorite of Jay-Z, was hired to spin. "Cassidy mentioned a week ago that he was really excited for Jay Z and Beyoncé's wedding party to happen," says another source.
Early Friday morning, workers erected a white tent atop the building in Tribeca, where Jay-Z owns a penthouse apartment. Not long after, an SUV carrying what seemed to be AV equipment arrived, followed by deliveries of party rentals and flowers.
A source tells PEOPLE that Amy's Orchids was hired to provide 50,000 to 60,000 white orchid blooms from Thailand for a "big party." At the apartment, waiters were seen practicing their service.
A couple since 2002, Jay-Z, 38, and Knowles, 26, always kept quiet about their relationship, even as they were photographed together on romantic holidays around the world.
Still, marriage seemed to be in the cards – eventually. "I never pictured myself as a bride," she told Cosmopolitan in January 2006, "but after my sister's wedding, I did start thinking about what kind of wedding I'd want. I don't think I want a big one."
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quote: Clue is in my account name
quote: very bright people who either lack knowledge or common sense, in some scenarios both.
quote: my personal opinion of Apple is not relevant
quote: In fact, scratch that. There's clearly only room for one rational poster here, and that position is occupied. I'm out!


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LISBON - The race for Ohio's 6th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives is a rematch. The difference between now and two years ago is Congressman Bill Johnson currently holds the seat he took from former Congressman Charlie Wilson.
Johnson, the Republican candidate, was among many swept into office two years ago. Wilson said he is not bitter about losing, adding he only lost by 3 percent of the vote. He said he is more concerned about going back to get things done.
"My opponent also says Washington is broken, but he doesn't look in the mirror," Wilson said. "I'm not going there to get even with anyone. I'm going there to get things done."
In his short time in office, Johnson said he is proud of his legislative record, which includes bills passing the house with bipartisan support. One of those highlights was the Stop the War on Coal Act, which was passed 233-175 by the house in late September. The act is aimed at helping the coal industry, which is seeing jobs disappear.
"I've got a track record of being able to come to the table and walk away with everyone getting something," Johnson said.
His opponent, Wilson disagrees. Wilson said he has questioned whether Johnson has talked to anyone in the Senate in order to get the bills being passed by the House to move forward, but said Johnson along with other Republicans does not seem to be doing that.
"This 'It's either my way or the highway' doesn't work," Wilson said.
Additionally, Wilson said the Stop the War on Coal Act is very similar to one passed during the time he was in office. However, Johnson claims Wilson did nothing to stop what Johnson calls (President Barack) Obama's war on coal the last two years Wilson was in office, not even by writing a letter about how utilizing less coal was going to affect this area. He also criticized Wilson voting with other Democrats 98 percent of the time.
"It took me less than two years to oppose my leadership more than 100 times," Johnson said of his voting record.
Both men talked about the opportunities the area has in the new natural gas drilling boom. They see new energy development as an opportunity to get a stagnant economy moving again along the Ohio River and across the country.
"I believe Americans can do anything," Johnson said. "We can solve our problems. We are innovators. We can do this without the federal government telling us what to do at every turn."
Johnson, 57, of Marietta, continues to criticize The Affordable Care act, known to critics as Obamacare, and Wilson, who voted for it. Johnson said the bill, which was more than 1,000 pages long, was jammed through without a single Republican vote. Further, Johnson said the health care bill will hurt 36,000 seniors in the 6th District alone if it goes entirely into effect.
Johnson would like to see the health care bill repealed and reformed, keeping some parts about non-discrimination against those with pre-existing conditions and allowing those age 26 to remain on their parents health plan. However, he would expand health savings accounts and create tort reform, which should allow doctors to spend more time with patients and less in the courtrooms.
Wilson, 69, of St. Clairsville, points out there were things in the bill he disagreed with also, but also believed it was a good first start. He likes the idea of 31,000 children with pre-existing conditions in the 6th District receiving health insurance and 116,000 seniors in the district, who he said now have affordable exams and healthcare. Additionally, Wilson said the bill saves area hospitals $49 million in bad debts.
"The thing you need to realize was that was the hardest vote I took," Wilson said. "I prayed about it. I thought about it. I couldn't vote for half the bill."
One of the arguments Wilson and Johnson's campaigns seem to have is over which one of them wants to kill Medicare. Johnson claims Wilson's support of The Affordable Care Act dips into Medicare to pay for the health care bill. Wilson criticizes Johnson's support of Paul Ryan's budget bill which Democrats are criticizing as killing Medicare. Still both men believe Medicare needs to be adjusted for its survival.
Johnson said he co-sponsored a budget where seniors 55 and older will not see a change to their Medicare. He does not believe Medicare or Social Security to be entitlements, noting the seniors have paid into those programs. Johnson also said he sponsored a Social Security preservation act, a way to save Social Security which is heading toward bankruptcy.
Additionally, Wilson criticizes Johnson's support of the Ryan budget, which he said cuts Pell Grants by 45 percent, making it harder for 10 million students to go to college. He also criticized the increase of interest rates for student loans from 3.4 percent to 6.8 percent.
When it comes to education, Johnson is critical of a system which instead of producing students excited about learning is turning education into a business. He said he agrees with New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie in his efforts to sit down with teachers and "empower" them to create better schools.