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Collecting excursions were made in most of the Israeli distribution sites of the group. In Kasuy sands, southern Arava sands, and southern Jordanian Arava sands, visual searches were made and pitfall-traps were placed, but without results. Forty adults specimens were collected from the western Negev sands and were kept in two laboratories in order to study the biology of the group; rearing the larvae was so far unsuccessful. Plans were made in connection with two laboratories specializing in molecular taxonomy in Israel and in Germany.
The initial results of the impact of stabilized dunes on arthropods were presented in an ecological conference in Germany (GFO), funded by Adesman travel grant. In the conference of the Entomological Society of Israel ideas for using insects as bioindicators were presented.


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David Njoku of Cedar Grove put on a spectacular show in the Group 1 on Saturday at Frank Jost Field in South Plainfield.
With a huge crowd jammed around the fence the circles the track around the high jump apron, the 6-4, 230-pound Njoku, headed to the University of Miami on a footballs scholarship, cleared 7-1 on his first attempt to break his own Group 1 record of 7-0 and send the fans into a frenzy.
Njoku then took three very good tries at 7-3 in an attempt to break the All-Groups record of 7-2 set in 1999 by Robert Jordan of Millville, but couldn't quite get over it.
Njoku's 7-1 is tied for No. 6 in state history, tied for No. 3 in the nation this season, and the best by a New Jersey jumper since Drew Kanz of Seneca made 7-1 in 2009.
Njoku, who had no misses until he got to 7-3, came into the competition at 6-4. Then he went to 6-10 and then 7-1.
``I was feeling good today, but I know I got more in me for Wednesday's Meet of Champions,'' said Njoku. ``I really wanted that 7-3 to get the national lead (7-2 1/4), and that state record (7-4 1/2 by Paul Klemic of Mainland in 2000) is what I will be going for. I really feel that I can get 7-4 and 7-5.''


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When extended posts about specific hotels DO happen, that simultaneously means that I really DO love them. To be completely honest with you, I'm always very careful when choosing my vacation homes. But there are these shitty times when their site's photographer has these unbelievable Meisel's skills but the real deal feels kinda disappointing. Luckily this time, that's not the case.
Here we go. Andaz West Hollywood. Striking airplane views. Exquisite arty decoration. The friendliest staff. Lovely rooms. A seductive smell of roses in every turn. And the coziest little sofa overlooking the stars. Do I have to say more? See for yourself. My LA home rocked!


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HBO's "True Detective," which shot in Louisiana during the first half of 2013 and which is headed for a Jan. 12 series premiere, has released a new trailer (see below). Like all the other early-release teasers and trailers, it promises something deep and dark.
The series is a crime noir drama starring Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson as Vermilion Parish-based detectives tracking a serial killer over several years. It's conceived as an anthology series, so the first season of eight episodes will explore the Louisiana-set story, and season two will have a different setting and characters.
Best quote from the latest trailer: "I'm what's called a pessimist," McConaughey's character says. "Means I'm bad at parties."
HBO also posted new material on the show's website, www.DarknessBecomesYou.com.
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All student volunteers must understand and speak English well. Volunteers should dress neatly and wear comfortable shoes (further details below). Good customer service is very important.
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Advanced Registration Desk Assistant
This position reports to the registration coordinator and is responsible for handing out badges, programs, and answering meeting related questions from arriving registrants. This is a fast-paced job that requires you to interact with attendees. A neat appearance and pleasant attitude is desirable.
Advanced Registration Desk Lead
This is a lead position in charge of supporting advanced registration staff by: Keeping Program books, Abstracts with Programs, and Abstracts on CD-ROM stocked at each station; answering FAQ's from attendees; keeping aisle behind desk clear of empty boxes and waste; recycling cardboard, paper, and plastic; liaison to badge reprint staff member.
Candidates for this position should have experience working well in a fast paced, customer service environment. It's essential that you be able to own your voice and assist attendees in need of badge corrections, directions inside the convention center, and other frequently asked questions. You'll report to the Onsite Registration Coordinator, William Cox.
Alternates may be assigned a wide variety of positions to fill in those positions when volunteers miss assignments. Alternates are encouraged to bring course work or reading materials with them for idle periods. Alternates are strongly encouraged to attend one of the Presentation Coordinators Training Sessions which are offered Saturday through Monday from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m.
Annual Meeting Office Runner/Hotel Annual Meeting Office Runner
Must be a pleasant; helpful person to answer phones and questions from walk-in attendees. A quick learner and able to make simple decisions and handle the unexpected. Must work well with others and will be required to run errands, deliver signs, and check meeting rooms. Additionally, you will assist the office manager as needed for any requests. Wear comfortable shoes and have a neat appearance.
Badge Monitor
This position involves making sure attendees have a current badge, with a new watermark, and that people entering the Technical Sessions have a badge. Students signing up for this position would need to tell people to register for the meeting if they do not have a current badge.
Badge Reprint Assistant
The Badge Reprint desk is intended to be a self-service station for registrants who've misplaced or forgotten their badges. The Badge Reprint Assistant will be responsible for confirming the registrant's name on the meeting roster, assisting the registrant in printing a duplicate badge, and refilling printers with badge stock. This person will need to engage registrants in conversation to determine how to best meet their needs. Good customer service skills are a plus; please dress neatly.
Badge Stuffers
This position requires folding and stuffing badges into blank badge holders, and filing them in alphabetical order in preparation for pick up by Early Registration attendees. This position reports to the registration coordinator and takes place prior to the start of the meeting. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
Bookstore Set-up/Tear down
Heavy lifting of boxes off of skids onto tables per the direction of GSA Bookstore staff and floor plans. Must be organized and able to work independently and quickly after receiving instructions. Must be able to lift boxes weighing between 25 and 50 pounds. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for lifting, carrying, standing on cement floor, etc. Saturday will be a full day; break for lunch on your own.
Council Office Assistant
Answers phones and questions from walk-in attendees. A quick learner and able to make simple decisions, run errands, deliver, signs, and check meeting rooms. Additionally, you will assist the office manager as needed for a variety of tasks. Wear comfortable shoes; neat appearance.
Early Registration Desk Assistant
This position reports to the registration coordinator and is responsible for handing out badges to Early Registration meeting attendees. This is a fast-paced job that also requires you to restock tables with meeting programs. A neat appearance and pleasant attitude is desirable.
Exhibitor / GSIF Check-In
This position reports to the Exhibitor Registration Coordinator and requires inserting badges into badge holders for distribution to school representatives and exhibitors and directing them to their booth space in the exhibit hall. This is a fun, fast-paced job that requires good teamwork skills. Previous experience with laser printers is a plus. Neat appearance and comfortable shoes are preferred.
Field Trip Helper
Help check-in field trip participants and hand out material. Transport guidebooks from storage area to departure areas. Must be in good physical condition and be able to lift boxes weighing between 25 and 40 pounds. Being on time (early a.m.) for scheduled shift is very important. Neat appearance is required, but jeans and comfortable shoes are appropriate.
Foundation Assistant
Assist with unloading of the Foundation's crates in the Foundation's Booth; assist with the set-up and processing of items for the Foundation's Silent Auction, as well as packing up left-over auction items at the close of the meeting; assist with dismantling the Foundation's Booth at the close of the meeting.
GSA Registration Ambassador
It's very important that our attendees are able to register for the meeting in a quick, efficient manner. Ambassadors help to do this by directing arriving attendees to the:
- On-site Registration Desk
- Advanced Registration Badge Pickup Desk
- Exhibitor Registration Desk
- Trouble Shooting Desk
An outgoing personality and willingness to assist attendees by giving directions and answering questions is strongly encouraged. The Student Volunteer Coordinator will provide a staff vest for you to wear during your shift.
Hall of Fame Set-up/ Tear Down
Some minor lifting of poster stands. Per directives of GSA staff and floor plans, posters must be hung by Velcro on poster stands. Must be organized and able to work independently and quickly after receiving instructions and must understand English. Wear comfortable clothes suitable for lifting and working on the floor (rolling and unrolling large posters).
Headquarters Poster Set-up/Tear Down
Some lifting, reaching, and bending to hang display panels per directives of GSA staff. Must be a perfectionist about hanging things straight, able to work independently and quickly after receiving instructions, and must understand English. Wear comfortable clothes suitable for lifting and working on the floor (rolling and unrolling posters).
Poster Hall Set-Up
Tack section winner signs to poster boards; place 50 power strips throughout the poster hall; other light-duty tasks for setup.
Program Assistant
Help with setup for the program; run errands; hang signs; help generate an audience by directing people toward the area of the program; facilitate seating for attendees; crowd control; collect evaluation forms. Utilize people counter, if requested.
Presentation Coordinator Training
All presentation coordinators must take this training before their first scheduled presentation coordinator position. Alternates are strongly recommended to also take this training. The hour of training is credited toward your total number of volunteered hours (one hour only).
Presidential Address and Awards Ceremony
Greeters will hand out programs prior to the ceremony. A neat appearance and pleasant attitude are desirable.
Registration Print Monitor
This position reports to the Registration Coordinator and requires inserting badges into badge holders for distribution to on-site meeting registrants. This is a fun, fast-paced job that requires good teamwork skills. Previous experience with laser printers is a plus. Neat appearance and comfortable shoes are preferred.
Registration Ribbon Assistant
Sort through pre-printed name badges and attach ribbons onto the International Participant name badges prior to registration opening.
Registration Runner
This position reports to the Registration Coordinator. Duties include running errands for GSA staff, keeping registration materials stocked and in order, and may require lifting up to 25 pounds. The registration runners will need to familiarize themselves with the Convention Center map. A neat appearance and the ability to work well with the registration team are required.
Registration Setup
This position reports to the Registration Coordinator and will assist in unpacking crates and boxes prior to the start of the meeting. May be required to lift up to 50 pounds. Running errands and deliveries to Headquarters Hotels may be required. Jeans/work clothes and work gloves are suggested.
Registration Tear Down
This position reports to the Registration Coordinator and assists with packing crates and boxes, recycling waste, and loading pallets for shipping. You may be required to lift up to 40-50 pounds. Jeans/work clothes and gloves are suggested.
Short Course Helper
Position reports to the Short Course Program Officer. Check names at the door, help set up classrooms, pass out paperwork, ensure that all AV and catering arrive when needed.
Speaker Ready Room Assistant
Assist with directing people through the process of the Speaker Ready Room. Students must be knowledgeable with computers and have Mac, PC, Powerpoint, and PDF experience.
Student Volunteer Office Assistant
For students with a wide range of skills and experience. Must be able to help deal with many problems/people at once without getting flustered. Excellent customer service skills. Help verify proper placement of people and things. Help solve problems with a level head, fill in for absent volunteers, and assist with the posting of job assignments. Students with knowledge of Excel and word-processing are welcome.
Technical Session Presentation Coordinator
Must attend one Presentation Coordinator Training Session prior to serving as a presentation coordinator. Pre-conference presentation coordinators must have previous experience with LCD projectors and have the ability to operate a computer. Presentation Coordinator Training sessions are offered Saturday through Tuesday from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m.
Ticket Taker
Take tickets from attendees. Duties may also include selling tickets to attendees, helping with crowd control and seating arrangements, using people counters, facilitating Q&A with portable microphones; and collecting evaluation forms at end of an event.


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Editor's Column: Drug testing changes America
America finally began to change for the better when baseball players demanded that members of Congress undergo periodic testing for the use of steroids and other performance enhancers and mood modifiers.
Sure, we made a few mistakes, said artificially-enhanced slugger Jose Canseco, who was grilled by Congress last week about his use of steroids. But were only baseball players. We dont cost anyone their money or their lives.
Canseco said that in the short time he was in the hallowed halls of Congress, the peoples representatives spent approximately $500 million, or nearly twice the contract Alex Rodriguez signed with the Texas Rangers.
And this was during a recess, Canseco said. Congress was basically spending on autopilot.
Cansecos concerns about Congressional spending prompted major papers to change they way they cover Washington. The pulled out their political reporters and replaced them with sports reporters. Only then did the truth start to surface.
I havent seen so many pumped up people since I walked through the San Francisco Giants locker-room, said veteran sportswriter Fuzzy Scoup of the Examiner. No wonder these people can spend with such relentless consistency.
Scoup fingered House Speaker Dennis Hastert as one of the most likely steroid abusers in Congress.
Hes a former wrestler and wrestling coach, and he still looks like the Incredible Hulk, said Scoup. Watch him spend, and hes amazing. He doles out billions to defense, then the same to education and prescription drugs, all with no accountability. Its incredible. In fact, all of Congress might be described as The Incredibles when it comes to spending. Nobody from any other era ever came close, and we thought we had some big spenders in the Johnson and Reagan administrations. But they were pikers by comparison. Hastert just couldnt do it without steroids to keep him focused and pounding that gavel to cut off debate about balancing the budget.
In the Senate, Scoup pointed the finger not at a wrestler, but at a Boxer: Barbara, to be exact.
She fills out a suit better than Hastert, at least around the shoulders, so you know shes bulked up for the spending battle, Scoup said. While shes weaker on defense, she makes up for it in every other area of the budget, from subsiding illegal immigrants to shoveling out foreign aid to people who hate us. Bottom line, Hasterts got nothing on Boxer when it comes to rampant spending and possible steroid abuse.
Scoup also worries that illegal drugs may be to blame for the extreme partisanship on Congress, in which Democrats literally hate Republicans, and vice versa.
Have you ever looked into Nancy Pelosis rabid eyes? he asked. You call that natural? Same goes with Tom DeLays remorseless stare. Theyre just not human looking. When alcohol was the only drug in Congress, the mood was much more collegial.
Scoups scoops about Congressional drug abuse resulted in a nationwide demand for drug testing of all men and women serving in Congress. Voters no longer trusted what Congress people had to say about any issue. Dont give us your analysis, give us urinalysis! became the publics battle cry.
The people prevailed, and before long Congress was not allowed to vote until everyone tested negative for all foreign substances. And that ushered in the golden era of honest government in America.
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Surging Wolves make statement
Coach John Callaghan couldnt have scripted the holiday break any better.
And after his teams performance last week in the Oh Boy! Oberto Christmas Classic last week, why would he have wanted to?
All the South Kitsap boys basketball team did during its two-week break was add three more wins to its season total, return from a visit across the Sound with a tournament trophy, prove to itself it can play with the big boys while coming back from what looked like an insurmountable deficit and drove home the point that, yes, they are a pretty good little basketball team.
I dont think it could have gone any better, Callaghan said. We had a lot of guys that played and a lot of guys made big plays for us.
The Wolves, now 7-0 on the year and 2-0 in the Narrows League Bridge Division, return to league action tonight at Gig Harbor and close out the week by playing host to Bremerton.
And the league should take notice of a team that learned a lot about itself over the break. South took home the Oberto trophy after posting wins over Renton (82-65), Roosevelt (64-58 in OT) and Kennedy (68-46).
But it was the win over Roosevelt that gives this team a lot of momentum heading back into league play.
Facing the Roughriders and Arizona-bound Marcus Williams in the semifinals, South struggled early and found itself down 14 points entering the final period. But a stingy full-court defense and a couple of huge shots led to an overtime win in a game that ended up with a bit of a playoff atmosphere about it.
I think it gives us confidence, Callaghan said. Now we know we can come back from any kind of deficit, and thats awesome for us. The kids had confidence going in, but it gives them a little bit more now. It was a great win for us.
Williams, a 6-7 guard/forward, got his points 32 of them, in all but it was the way the Wolves responded in the end that makes that game stand out. SKs big five Derrick Webb, Jamil Moore, Conner Gehring, Tippy Burk and Josh Monagle did the job and then some.
Monagle clogged up the middle and scored nine points, while Burk ran the show, making sure everyone got the ball, and scored 12 points before fouling out. Gehring, Moore and Webb each took a turn at guarding Williams and all three hit big shots to spur the comeback.
Webb scored a team-high 16, while Gehring nailed two key free throws and ended with 10. But it was Moore, who battled with Williams the most and scored 13 points, who hit a three-pointer with just a second left that put the game into overtime.
It was a big lesson for us to learn, Callaghan said. We had to suck it up and play harder. We had a lot of guys hit a lot of big shots.
In the tourneys opening game against Renton, Webb went off for a game-high 22 points, while Burk netted 18, Monagle 15 and Gehring 12.
The Wolves took home the title by pulling away from Kennedy at the end of the third quarter behind 19 from Webb, 18 from Gehring and nine from Monagle.
Gehring, a junior wing, and Webb, a senior guard, really opened up their offensive games during the tournament.
Gehring scored 40 points in three games while Webb netted 57 to lead the team. Moore, a senior wing, also got into the scoring mix with 33 points in three games.
But Wolves also got some solid minutes and play from their bench, including Joe Pisa, Ryan Sweet and L.P. Neloms, all of whom will contribute down the road, Callaghan said.
We got what we needed, Callaghan said. We got tested by some good teams away from home.
But now the attention turns back toward the Narrows League and the task at hand will not be an easy one, starting with tonight game at Gig Harbor (4-4, 1-1).
Its a tough place to play, Callaghan said.
Senior guard Mike Fish and junior center Ryan Christensen lead the Tides, which are coming off a 1-1 performance in the Coaches vs. Cancer Tournament last week.
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The easy-to-miss, brand-spankin' new Logan Square exercise in swankery, the modestly sized Whistler features a commendably extensive cocktail and beer list, all reasonably priced (not all craft cocktails have to be $11) and, most importantly, strong. And, the owners understand one of the essential rules of bars constructed for hipsters—always have a two-dollar beer. So, amongst the craft brews and lovely gins, we find the classic $2 can of PBR. A stage at one end of the bar occasionally hosts live music, and when it goes dark, a DJ takes the reins. When we were there, we were privy to a mixture of Nirvana, Yo La Tengo and others, but we heard the bar's got a kick-ass metal night and we plan to return for sure.
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November 13th, 2008 at 6:01 pm
the metal (and punk, and hardcore) night is called Screams from the Gutter and it's held every other Tuesday from 9pm to 2am. upcoming dates are: 11/25, 12/9, and (though i haven't yet confirmed) probably 12/23 and 1/6.
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MONDAY NOV. 16 5-8PM WINTER BEER TASTING #2. Another round of great Winter and Holiday Beers for your tasting pleasure: Ninkasi Sleighr, Oakshire Ill-Tempered Gnome, Cascade Lakes Skookum Creek, Black Diamond Winter, Boulder Never Summer, Rogue Santa's Private Reserve, Sierra Nevada Clebration, Laurelwood Vinter Varmer, Fish Winterfish, maybe more...
TUESDAY NOV. 17 6-8PM BARLEY BROWN'S MEET THE BREWER NIGHT. Brewmaster Shawn Kelso of this Baker City, Oregon brewpub will join us again with another amazing lineup of his beer: On tap: WTFIPA, Cherrywood smoked Whisky Malt Ale, Chaos Double Cascadian Dark, Sledwreck Winter Ale, and Sledwreck 2008 aged with Wild Turkey soaked oak chips. Wow!
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You remember how the Denver Broncos were supposedly playing their biggest game of the season last Sunday night versus the Kansas City Chiefs?
That assessment was wrong.
The Broncos will be playing their biggest game of the season when they visit the New England Patriots this Sunday night.
The Peyton Manning-led Broncos (9-1) will pay a visit to Foxboro to face the Tom Brady-led Patriots (7-3). It will be the 14th time that Manning will face Brady.
There are too many storylines to list for this matchup, and that's exactly what makes this game so intriguing. When you factor in the history of Manning's Indianapolis Colts versus Brady's Patriots, the players who will be involved in this game, combined with the seeding implications at stake, this is simply a can't-miss matchup.
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2 unregistered: i weigh as much as you do and tend to go for the margin of the boards capacety. I like to sail my GO (range - 9.0) with an 8.8 and 52 fin and its awesome! Upwind is a bit shloggisch but thats i think more to do with my technique then something else. My flow 284 i sailed with a 7.6 which is 0.1 above recommended and i never felt such upwind and downwind power before as when i sailed that combination (untill yesterday when i went in with my now retired soul 6.2 in 19-22 knots (i wrecked that beauty, it broke my heart when i fell through the window), but that was cuz i was super overpowered). I think i could go over, especially with the GO, i think it could handle a 9.5 without too much trouble.
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"As far back as I can remember my family sang. I thought everybody could sing. I actually found out not everybody could when I was about six years old, in church, next to my mom. This guy came in and was standing next to me. All of a sudden this ungodly sound started coming out of him, scared me to death. I grabbed my mom and said, 'What's wrong with that man?' She said, 'Well, not everybody can sing,' " Jimmy remembers laughing. "That's when I figured my family had something special."
" I got my guitar when I was twelve. When I was thirteen, I started putting together a band with my cousins and some guys that lived around me. We started doing Moose lodges; we'd do churches, high school dances, stuff like that. I always had something going, always had work, and always seemed to have some place to play. I took chorus in high school. I knew that was what I wanted to do; so then I just started applying it. I always knew I wanted be involved in music."
Out of the blue, fortune changed for Jimmy with an unlikely, chance meeting. "In 1981, I had two nights off, right at Thanksgiving. I got a call from a friend to come to Wintergreen, Virginia . Some friends of mine were playing up there and they asked if I wanted to come sit in with them. I said 'Yeah, you guys are playing, I'll be up there.' Lew DeWitt happened to be there that night and he was singing. I met him and he said he really liked my voice .He was one of my heroes. I loved meeting him. I loved the Statler Brothers, they were bigger than life where I was from. I thought, 'Well, it was great that he said that, but I'll never hear from him again.' A couple of months later, I got a call. Lew was going to have to be in the hospital for a while to have surgery because he had Crohn's Disease. He was going to need about six months to recover from everything. I was the first name out of his mouth when the guys asked, 'Well, who do you think we can get to fill in for you for awhile?'"
"I went over and talked to them. They asked me about it and, I was, 'Sure, if I can help in any way I'd be glad to'. It was sad that he was sick. Sad that it would have to be the way it would happen. They called me after a couple weeks to fly to Nashville to see what it would sound like. So I came down, we sang, and the blend was there. After the audition was all over with, they asked, "Well, you want to do it?' I was 26 years old, playing six to seven nights a week, working a daytime job, sometimes two jobs during the day. I was floored, couldn't believe it. I was going from little leagues to big leagues overnight."
"I sang up until July, and Lew came back. They asked me to be in the band in case he did get sick and needed someone to fill in for him. After a couple of weeks, he came to me and said, 'Look, I don't think I can do this any more. I don't think my body's going to withstand going out on the road and the stuff that we're gonna have to do. Would you mind doing it full time?'"
"I thought, 'Well, nobody can take Lew DeWitt's place.' I knew in my heart that I would have to make a place for myself. I said, 'If that's what you really want to do, I've worked hard to get to this point, people have accepted me, it's working well, I'd really be a fool to turn this down.' So with that, I said, 'Yeah, I'll do it.'"
"It was an unbelievable time in my life. Up in Virginia, I didn't think anybody was ever gonna hear me out playing in those clubs. I felt like I was helping the group -and they were helping me too. I do believe with all my heart that God had His hand in all of it. It was meant to be, it all worked so well. I was thankful for the opportunity and I felt like God had a reason for me to be there. I worked well with the Statlers. Lew went on to pursue a solo career. He worked as much as he could. Being as sick as he was, he still worked some. He passed away in 1990. I really miss him."
The gospel foundation of the Statler Brothers became a perfect fit for Jimmy Fortune, "I was raised in gospel music, I used to go to church as far back as I can remember. I knew about Christ. I knew what I was supposed to do, but I just didn't do it. It was not that I was a bad person; I just wasn't really living it for the Lord like I should have. When everything goes wrong, of course, first thing you do is turn to God to try to help you. I'd be on my knees, 'Here's Jimmy again.' Thank God he was always there for me.
"Back in 1993, I was going through a divorce, it was actually my second divorce. I had 4 children with her. It was a pretty painful thing. I was on the road a lot. Then they called and said my father was dying with cancer. He had about a year to live. I was really close to my father. I just felt God really dealing with my life, saying 'Hey, this is reality and you really need to start getting your life together. Getting it right. I literally felt God grab me by the shoulders and say, 'Hey, you need to start living your life right. Turn your life over to me'. So I did. I was always close to God, but I never really had asked the Lord into my heart until then. When I did, my whole life started changing. I had to deal with a lot in my life. My father passed away, my divorce, and eventually my mother passed away. My hope in God, in Christ, is what pulled me through all of it, that hope that I would see them again in Heaven. There is life after this. My joy and my hope is of life after what is here on Earth. I don't know what Heaven is, but it's supposed to be really, really good. I look forward to seeing my mother and my father, some of my good friends that have gone on, one day."
When the beloved Statler Brothers decided to retire in 2002, lead singer Don and his real-life brother, bass singer Harold Reid, along with the group's baritone Phil Barsley, remained in Virginia . Jimmy launched his solo career out of Nashville , bringing his touching songs to life with his awe-inspiring vocals. His third album was released in 2006, and he is currently working on new projects. "I've signed a new publishing deal with a place in Nashville called Melrose Publishing. I love it here because you get to call your own deal and you work with a lot of great people and great writers. I like co-writing because it opens up things. I get to learn how someone else may write and apply it to what I do. I love writing, I love singing, and I love playing guitar. There are so many aspects of it I love, but I think writing is probably the part that you can actually release what's inside of you, your spirit, and your soul. Sometimes when you're writing songs, you're writing about yourself. I do, I feel that. Things just come out in song, and then, when you can actually go up and play it, it's like a release of whatever's inside of you, getting it out and letting people hear it. It's a really good release."
"Country music, as we knew it, has evolved a lot. I think country now is what rock'n'roll was going back 15 years ago. It's gone more towards that type of thing. Everything evolves. Everything changes. You just got to be willing to try to go with it and grow with it. That's what I've tried to do. I keep an open mind about music. I just try to keep up with the times as far as everything goes. I don't close my mind to different styles and things like that. I write all kinds of different styles, country, bluegrass, gospel, even some rock, contemporary Christian. To me, there are only two kinds of music. There's good and bad. I try to find the good. I try to find that in people, too, rather than the bad. I find what's good and try to apply it into my music, and into my life."
With an unfaltering sweet spirit and joyful outlook on life, even in dark times, he continues to rely on God to guide his footsteps. "We lived in an innocent age, I think, up until 9/11. Things really changed when 9/11 hit. We knew freedom like we've never known before. Then, all of a sudden that happened. I can only speak for myself; I have had to let God have the controls because I don't feel I have much to do with it any more. It's up to Him, where He leads me, where I go. A lot of times, when I try to take the controls, I wind up on a dead-end street. Let God have the controls. I know where I've been in my past, but the future is open. Even with all the bad things that are happening in the world, I have the joy of knowing that life doesn't stop here, it goes on. What if this was all we had? There wouldn't be much to look forward to. The fact that we do, that's pretty incredible. We do have a future. We've got to hold onto that hope and have faith in the right things."
"Now is about what I can do in a positive way to help other people who are struggling. That's what my music's about. I want to try to get the message out that no matter what happens in your life, God will always provide another door for us to go through. I'm singing and writing more than I ever have in my life right now. I promised Him it would always be for His glory. He needs us all trying to do the right things, things for our children, and our children's children. Try to be a good example for others."
Bringing the strength of his experience and character, Jimmy offers sound advice for those whose passion lies in making music. "Do what you love and don't give up on your dreams, but don't fall into the world, into the false things that are out here in the world. You can get caught up in the things that bring you pleasure for a little while. But, the only things that really last are love, hope and doing something for others, spending time with your family and your friends as much as you can. Love the things that can love you back."
Jimmy Fortune's voice gives those who listen, while here on earth, just a taste of what angels must surely sound like.


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I went to see The Hobbit recently. Of course, the center of the story is a dragon, Smaug, that invaded the ancestral home of the dwarves many moons ago and set them on a long diaspora. The story begins as a band of justice-seeking dwarves, having conscripted the reluctant Bilbo Baggins from the Shire, set out on their journey to take their mountain home back. Preparing Bilbo for the dangers ahead, they describe the dragon to him: "Think furnace with wings," one of them said.
So that got me to thinking. Have you ever considered heating your home with a dragon? The BTU output of one would certainly be high enough to 'git'r done,' as they say. And it could be the ultimate zoning strategy, possibly better even than mini-split heat pumps. (Well, OK, maybe not that good. Dragons can be temperamental, you know.)
Of course, you'd want to do a proper load calculation or time the runtime of the existing heating system and then choose the proper species of dragon. If you had a really high heating load, for example, you might want to choose a Ukrainian Ironbelly,* the largest species of dragon. At 60 feet long, they aren't really suited for homes, but I could see using one in a larger space, like an arena.
The smallest adult purebred dragon is the Peruvian Vipertooth, and at 15 feet long, it might work for some larger homes. Naturally, you'd want to keep your distance, because it's one of the venomous species. If you really have a deathwish, though, you'd probably go with the Hungarian Horntail, which is one of the most vicious. The Horntail also, to its credit, has one of the highest heat outputs. Because they're so squirmy, it's difficult to do controlled experiments to measure the BTU output of their breath of fire, but judging by the damage they cause, it's an extraordinary heating capacity!
For high performance homes, you'd certainly want to go with the infant and toddler dragons, not only because of their smaller size, but also because they're still in the cute-and-cuddly phase. One species you might want to consider here would be the Swedish Short-Snout. According to dragon experts, "its powerful flame is also a brilliant blue colour - and hot enough to reduce timber and bone to ashes in seconds." This dragon also the reputation of having killed fewer humans than other dragon species, although that's probably due mainly to its isolation and lack of contact with us.
If you're considering using dragons for heating your home, be sure to take all the proper precautions. My first suggestion is to find yourself a knight fully skilled in combustion safety!
*Yes, I know. I'm mixing J.R.R. Tolkien's mythical Middle Earth dragons with the dragons of the wizarding world of J.K. Rowling. I've also recently used the Aztec calendar for the Mayan and even worn clear with muddy colors in the same ensemble. The world will go on, however, even though the Mayan calendar is coming to an end in a few short hours from the time I'm typing this line.
Image of dragon by Beverly & Pack from flickr.com, used under a Creative Commons license.


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|AR 380 - (UC)Interactive Art (PL 380)
|(3 cr.) This course presents an interdisciplinary examination of the functions in art, literature and theater through readings and discussions of selected creative and critical works. Topics include self-organization, open systems, emergence, complexity, pragmatism and play. Students use the final project to demonstrate a practical understanding of interactive processes. Junior or senior status is required. As Needed
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Northwest NEWS
ugust 6, 2001
Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night' at McCormick Park
by Carolyn Butler
DUVALL - Arts Onstage in the Park presents Last Leaf Production's "Twelfth Night" in Duvall's scenic McCormick Park on Aug. 15 at 6:30 p.m. In this carnivalesque comedy, Shakespeare has created an upside-down world where customary practices are relaxed and misrule is sovereign.
"Twelfth Night" or "What You Will" is the only play for which Shakespeare introduced a subtitle. Literary historians believe that the play's title refers to the spirit of abandon that surrounded renaissance Twelfth Night festivities in which the normal rules and order of life were suspended or even deliberately inverted.
This same carnival spirit presides over Shakespeare's comedy as gender becomes a masquerade, aristocats fall in love with servants, and stewards entertain absurd delusions of grandeur.
This free performance begins at 6:30 p.m. A city-sponsored shuttle provides access for anyone who may have difficulty walking to the park. This van is not wheelchair accessible. The shuttle departs from Duvall City Hall every half hour from 5:30 p.m. until the end of the concert and provides return service. McCormick Park is located at Main St. (Hwy. 203) and NE Stephens St. in Duvall. There is plenty of free public parking at the Metro Park and Ride just north of the park. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and come early to stake out a prime spot.
In case of inclement weather, the concert will be moved to the Cedarcrest Performing Arts Center at 29000 NE 150th St. in Duvall.
For more information, call (425) 788-2983 or visit www.cityofduvall.com/dac.


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iProA is pleased to share with you the great joy of the winners of the 2010 Amway Pan-Pearl River Delta Region Universities IT Project Competition organized by iProA. The competition was a great success and fulfilled the aims of enhancing the standard of IT competitiveness of Hong Kong youngsters. Please click here for one of the congratulation letters from Mrs Rita Lau Ng Wai-lan, JP, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development.
The judging panel highly praised for quality of the participants. The result is beyond their expectation. They received a great deal of high quality works. iProA takes great pride in sharing the joy for their fine achievements.
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House of the Week: 5 Ava Road
A Tudor-style house in South Forest Hill, 5 Ava Road is an old oak shell with plenty of shiny new features. Now, this place surely won't appeal to those who laud stark, sterile, and clear glass accents, but it does demonstrate how classic design can be made contemporary. Alright, that's a lie — it's all about the chalkboard kitchen wall. That's worth $2.7 million, right?
Address: 5 Ava Road
Price: $2,695,000
Lot size: 60x120
Storeys: 3
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5
Parking spaces: 4
Fireplaces: 3
Taxes: $15,123
Exterior: Brick/stone
- Solid oak doors, paneling, and original flooring
- Leaded glass pane windows
- Two-storey breakfast room with three skylights
- Wall-to-wall French doors
- Marble kitchen floors
- Stainless steel appliances and marble centre island
- Wine cellar
- Full pantry
- Built-in bookshelves, crown moulding, and walk-in closets
Oak-enthusiasts, Tudor-enthusiasts, or those who love to write on the wall. Good for reenacting Harry Potter scenes by that cubby under the staircase, and parking multiple vehicles. Good for those who don't trust new builds.
You like open-concept, abundant steel, or shine. Move on if you need a six-burner range, not a four-burner, and you want double-sided fireplaces, not passé singles. Move on if radiator heat is a deal breaker.
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The first returns from Multnomah County elections indicate Fairview voters will pass the three proposed charter amendment measures by large margins.
2012 election
Oregon results:
The amendments are housekeeping items, changing minor procedures and making official its current practice for appointees to city council going to election.
Measure 26-147, which requires councilors' votes be entered into meeting minutes, is passing by 89 percent.
Measure 26-148, which requires reading and enactment of proposed ordinances to occur on two separate days, is passing by 66 percent.
Measure 26-149, which requires those appointed to vacant city council seats to face election at the following general election, is passing by 66 percent.


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Raleigh Park Garden Tour
Explore eight privately owned gardens, all within biking or walking distance of one another, in the established Raleigh Park neighborhood. Styles range from a backyard habitat and edible landscaping to formal floral gardens.
When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, June 1
Tickets: $15 in advance, $17 tour day
Details: raleighparkgardens.com
Benefits: West Slope Community Library and Raleigh Park Elementary School gardens
Sponsor: Fir Grove Garden Club and the Raleigh Park PTO
Friends of Historic Forest Grove
Tour gardens in Forest Grove in a range of sizes.
When: Noon-4 p.m. Sunday, June 2
Tickets: $7-$15
Details: 992-1280 or www.historicforestgrove.org
Ikebana Rose Festival Exhibition: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday, June 1-2. Flower arrangements by the Sogetsu School of Ikebana. Japanese Garden, 611 S.W. Kingston Ave.; free with garden admission ($6.75-$9.50); japanesegarden.com or 223-1321
Schreiner's Iris Gardens Bloom Season: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily, through June 9. Iris display gardens, plant sale, live music and more. See website for schedule. Schreiner's Iris Gardens, 3625 Quinaby Road N.E., Salem; www.schreinersgardens.com or 800-525-2367
Sunny Hills Garden Club Plant Sale: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Vegetable starts, perennials, succulents, pond plants, garden art and more. Hillside Park Community Center, 10203 S.E. Hillside Ave., Milwaukie
Family Field Trip Day at Columbia Springs: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Hands-on learning stations, craft projects and nature hikes for the whole family at the historic trout hatchery. Food available for purchase. Registration encouraged at website; walk-ins accepted. Columbia Springs, 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver; $5 admission per child, free for accompanying adults; www.columbiasprings.org
Peony Fields and Iris Gardens in Bloom: View more than 250 varieties of old-fashioned and new peony varieties and 1,000 varieties of bearded iris. Stroll the peony fields and the iris garden/arboretum. Potted plants, cut flowers, peony bouquets and iris plants for sale; or order bare-root peonies for fall planting. Daily 10 a.m.-6 p.m. through June 16. Brooks Gardens, 6219 Topaz St. N.E., Brooks; www.brooksgardens.com or 393-7999
English Tea: 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Fundraiser for the West Linn Riverview Lions Club. McLean House, 5350 River St., West Linn; $10; 650-0180 or email@example.com
Portland Heights and Vista Avenue Walking Tour: 1:30 p.m. Strenuous walk looks at homes ranging in style from Colonial Revival to Art Deco. Architectural Heritage Center, 701 S.E. Grand Ave.; $10-$15; www.visitahc.org/content/portland-heights-walking-tour or 231-7264
Clark County Master Gardener Foundation: 7 p.m. Emelie McKain on "Vegetation Management for the New Age Gardener." CASEE Center, 11104 N.E. 149th St., Brush Prairie, Wash.; mgfcc.com
Lloyd Center/Portland Rose Society Annual Spring Rose Show: The ice arena will be filled with thousands of blooms for the 125th annual Rose Festival show as growers from across the Northwest compete for honors (awards ceremony 5 p.m. Friday). 1-9 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, June 6-7. Lloyd Center Ice Rink, 953 Lloyd Center; $3; tickets from Ticketmaster outlets or at the door (not available online or by phone); www.rosefestival.org/events/roseshow or 227-2681
Canby Kiwanis Club Plant Sale: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Canby Saturday Market, 252 N.E. Second Ave., Canby
Sou'Wester Garden Club: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Plants and planters, garden art, silent auction, raffle and more. Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 320 1st Ave., Seaside; 738-7200
Stewardship Saturday at Columbia Springs: 9 a.m. Snacks and tools provided. Registration required. Columbia Springs, 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver; $5 child, free for accompanying adults; www.columbiasprings.org or 360-882-0936, ext. 230, or email@example.com
OSU Master Gardener Tours: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The 40-minute informational tours focus on the plants and garden areas. Wheelchair-accessible. Pittock Mansion, 3229 N.W. Pittock Drive; www.pittockmansion.org or 823-3623
Getting to Know Clematis: 1 p.m. Learn about some good beginner varieties. Portland Nursery, 5050 S.E. Stark St.; www.portlandnursery.com or 231-5050
Small-space Gardening: 1 p.m. Learn how to grow flowers as well as berries, vegetables and fruits in a small yard or on a small balcony or patio. Al's Garden Center, 16920 S.W. Roy Rogers Road, Sherwood; www.als-gardencenter.com or 726-1162
How to Grow Beautiful Roses: 2:30 p.m. Dennis' Seven Dees Garden Center, 6025 S.E. Powell Blvd.; $5; www.dennis7dees.com or 777-1421
What to Do in the Garden in June: Noon. Garland Nursery, 5470 N.E. Highway 20, Corvallis; www.garlandnursery.com or 541-753-6601
Great Plant Picks Make Great Gardens: 1 p.m. Lucy Hardiman, former president of the Hardy Plant Society of Oregon, showcases a palette of plants from the Great Plant Picks program. Joy Creek Nursery, 20300 N.W. Watson Road, Scappoose; www.joycreek.com or 543-7474
Keep Gardening as You Grow Older: 1 p.m. Portland Nursery, 5050 S.E. Stark St.; www.portlandnursery.com or 231-5050
Keeping Your Hanging Baskets Looking Beautiful: 1 p.m. The Garden Corner, 21550 S.W. 108th Ave., Tualatin; 885-1934
Paint in the Garden: Learn watercolor plein-air painting at gardens in the Portland area. Each session includes instruction and demonstrations by René Eisenbart, plus time to paint. All levels welcome. Registration at the website will be accepted until June 6 unless class fills; meeting details given upon registration. Weekly 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, June 7-21. Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden, Southeast 28th Avenue, one block north of Woodstock Boulevard; $75 series; www.rene-art.com or 890-9668 or email@example.com
Beginning Concrete Leaf Casting: 10:30 a.m. Learn the basics of creating concrete art with leaves from your backyard. Bring a sturdy box or piece of plywood to transport the finished product. Registration required. The Wade Creek House, 664 Wade St., Estacada; $25, includes supplies; http://thewadecreekhouse.blogspot.com or 630-7556
Little Sprouts -- Carnivorous Plants: 11 a.m. Kids learn about carnivorous plants, which insects they like best and how to care for them. Each child will plant and take home a carnivorous plant. Registration required. Garland Nursery, 5470 N.E. Highway 20, Corvallis; $5 per child; www.garlandnursery.com or 541-753-6601
Arriba Arriba -- Making a Salsa Pot: 1 p.m. Demonstration guides you to a summer of fresh pico de gallo from your patio or garden. Heidi Brinnich shows how to plant a salsa pot using traditional and heirloom varieties of tomatoes, peppers and herbs. Portland Nursery, 5050 S.E. Stark St.; www.portlandnursery.com or 231-5050
How to Form a Garden Community through Blogging: 1 p.m. Local garden bloggers (including Portland blogger Scott Weber) discuss what spurred them to start blogging and how they've benefited. Joy Creek Nursery, 20300 N.W. Watson Road, Scappoose; www.joycreek.com or 543-7474
The Plants You Don't Want -- Weeds: 1 p.m. Al's Garden Center, 16920 S.W. Roy Rogers Road, Sherwood; www.als-gardencenter.com or 726-1162
Bonsai Workshop: 2:30 p.m. Dennis' Seven Dees Garden Center, 6025 S.E. Powell Blvd.; $25; www.dennis7dees.com or 777-1421
Click for public gardens.
Calendar items run on a space-available basis. Please submit notices at least one month before the event to Homes & Gardens Listings Desk, The Oregonian, 1320 S.W. Broadway, Portland, OR 97201; or by email (send as a plain text file, with Homes & Gardens in the subject line) to email@example.com. Except for cancellations and corrections, notices cannot be accepted by phone.


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Over the past 18 months we have seen enormous change at Liverpool Football Club, with three managerial swaps, one boardroom takeover and a participation in the transfer market that has given the likes of Manchester City and Chelsea a run for their money.
From Benitez to Hodgson to Dalglish, the Reds have rebuilt from when they crashed out of the Champions and Europa Leagues, but have now re-established their reputation over a long, expensive summer.
Expectations have gathered for the 2011/12 season, and I will be leading you through five key lessons we have learnt over the opening three months of Liverpool's Premier League campaign.


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Accountant at Willmar, Minn., firm earns CPA credentials
The accounting firm of Westberg Eischens of Willmar announces staff accountant Mandi Vlach has successfully completed and received her certified public accountant credentials. Vlach joined the Westberg Eischens team of accountants in 2009 after graduating with a degree in accounting from Southwest Minnesota State University. She is a member of the Minnesota Society of CPAs and the American Institute of Public Accountants.
Vlach specializes in income tax preparation, auditing, compilation and review services, payroll
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The NKX3.1 gene located at 8p21.2 encodes a homeodomain-containing transcription factor that acts as a haploinsufficient tumor suppressor in prostate cancer. Diminished protein expression of NKX3.1 has been observed in prostate cancer precursors and carcinomas. TOPORS is a ubiquitously expressed E3 ubiquitin ligase that can ubiquitinate tumor suppressor p53. Here we report interaction between NKX3.1 and TOPORS. NKX3.1 can be ubiquitinated by TOPORS in vitro and in vivo, and overexpression of TOPORS leads to NKX3.1 proteasomal degradation in prostate cancer cells. Conversely, small interfering RNA-mediated knockdown of TOPORS leads to an increased steady-state level and prolonged half-life of NKX3.1. These data establish TOPORS as a negative regulator of NKX3.1 and implicate TOPORS in prostate cancer progression.
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STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- The Bayonne Bridge's overnight closures are taking a brief hiatus.
The closures slated for Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday have been postponed.
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced the temporary suspension Wednesday.
The bridge will be open Sunday as well, a spokesman said.
Closures will resume Monday night, Feb. 3.
The PA said the overnight closure postponements were not related to Sunday's Super Bowl at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.
PA spokesman Chris Valens said it "is due to contractors finishing scheduled work ahead of schedule."


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Giesbers, 32, turned to compliment the woman, but no one was there. That's when Giesbers realized -- that stunning woman must be herself.
Giesbers wasn't the only one who didn't recognize the slim new Denise. Her friends thought her husband, Brent, was cheating when they saw him on the town with his wife.
Two years ago, the 5-foot-7 Giesbers weighed more than 300 pounds. Now she weighs 150. The change -- thanks to a regimented, professional diet plan -- has landed the Forest Grove resident in the pages of this week's People Magazine. The magazine, which is on newsstands through Jan. 10, will feature Giesbers and four other people in its annual "half their size" issue.
Giesbers, the director of the information center at Pacific University, had struggled with her weight since she was young. She slimmed down in high school, but as a college student at Pacific, the freshman 15 became the freshman 25. Then she had two sons.
"The weight just kept piling on," Giesbers said.
But he knew his wife's weight was unhealthy. Her knees hurt all the time. She was often tired. And in 2008, in the middle of a fight, he confessed his worst fear to her.
"I'm worried you're going to die," he told her.
Giesbers had tried dieting. She tried doing what her doctor suggested -- eating no more than 20 grams of fat a day. But she hated all the math and planning required. She considered gastric bypass surgery, but she didn't weigh enough, doctors said.
When she heard a woman speak at a university health fair about the "Take Shape for Life" diet, she thought it seemed like a routine she actually could manage.
The diet, which researchers at Johns Hopkins University found to be safe and effective, provides five Medifast "meal replacers" a day for customers. Those range from oatmeal and soups to special vitamin-packed brownies. Dieters eat those during the day then a "lean and green" meal of their choosing at night that includes 5 to 7 cooked ounces of lean meat (or other protein, such as tofu) and three servings of low-carbohydrate, non-starch vegetables.
She's still on the diet -- she doesn't feel like her transformation is complete yet, she said -- but she can splurge every once in a while with pizza or a beer. Still, she can't eat everything. Goldfish crackers and french fries are "trigger foods," she said.
Her knees don't hurt anymore, she says, and she has more energy. And she no longer is embarrassed to have her photo taken.
"People tell me, 'You were beautiful before, but now you're just gorgeous.' I never felt pretty," she said, "but I do now."
Giesbers never imagined she'd be a health inspiration, but as she lost weight, others noticed. Eventually, her husband and her co-worker, Jerry Rice, asked for her help in losing weight. Both signed up for the Take Shape for Life diet. Giesbers even serves as Rice's health coach.
"I was wary at first," said Rice, who has lost 132 pounds since February 2009 for his current weight of 172. "I didn't want to have a coach, because I'm an individual. But Denise is special. I felt safe talking to her. It was easy to say when I messed up and had a beer or to tell her when I was doing a good job."
Though the diet worked for the three of them -- in addition to losing weight, Brent Giesbers no longer suffers from acid reflux, he said -- Denise Giesbers said choosing to lose weight is different for every person.
"It doesn't matter what size you are," she said. "It depends on how you feel about your body. Find something that works for you. I found this, but find what works for you."
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We're live at Sprint's event in New York City, where Sprint says it has "something up its sleeve." Illusionist David Blaine is schedule to appear, as is Sprint CEO Dan Hesse. What will we get? Find out in our liveblog after the break. The show gets on the road at 6 p.m. EST/3 p.m. PST. Join us!
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January 2008
Are you EMPLOYED, Mr. Leach?
Greetings, all. I am, in fact, still employed and still alive.
Took a couple weeks off at the holidays, then had family matters to tend to last week.
And now I've got a bunch of stuff I want to blog about, but it's always hard to get started again. So I'm starting with this copout post that doesn't really say anything. In the coming days/weeks/whatever, we'll touch on the end of the college football season, my music year in review (dang I wish I'd gotten the Foo Fighters album earlier), and of course the Cards.
If you posted a comment you actually wanted ME to read, rather than back-and-forth with other readers, in the past couple weeks, I'll be honest — I'm probably going to miss it. Not sure I am going to wade through everything from while I was away.
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Family Thrills in Lake County, Illinois
By Jody Sidle
Maybe you're a bit intimidated by the idea of taking a family vacation to big-city Chicago. Let me suggest, then, Lake County, Illinois – a wonderful place to take a family vacation, and it's just north of the city. Lake County offers the thrills of an amazing amusement park at Six Flags Great America, as well as the fun of an indoor water park at KeyLime Cove.
Family Outing to Six Flags Great America
I have visited many amusement parks in my time, but Six Flags Great America in Gurnee is top-notch when it comes to ultimate thrill rides.
"Batman The Ride" is the world's first inverted, outside looping roller coaster. Then you have "Superman: Ultimate Flight," where you will soar head-first along a twisted steel track! Next try "The Dark Knight Coaster" – a thrill ride where the entire trip is in complete darkness. Those who enjoy extreme speeds will love "Vertical Velocity." This ride gets to 70 mph in less than four seconds – that's super-fast!
"Raging Bull" is currently the tallest, fastest and largest roller coaster at Six Flags. My personal favorite was the American Eagle – a classic wooden coaster featuring side-by-side tracks for a real roller coaster race.
Can you believe that with seven miles of roller coaster tracks, Six Flags in Gurnee is still adding more? New in 2014, is Goliath - the tallest, steepest and fastest wooden roller coaster in the world! Don't be put off, though, if you aren't quite so adventurous, or if you're traveling with smaller children. They have plenty of family rides you can do that are just as fun.
Be sure to check the park's calendar before planning your visit, as it closes during the winter months.
All-Weather Fun at KeyLime Cove
Next on your agenda should be KeyLime Cove Indoor Waterpark Resort. This 65,000-square-foot water park looks and feels like paradise, with the interior decorated so that it seems like you are outdoors, but with temperatures kept comfortably warm. There are tube rides, water slides and a lazy river. You can go all out on the wild rides or simply relax poolside. And just like at Six Flags, there's plenty for the little ones to do.
While family members are wearing themselves out on the rides, you can head over to the Paradise Mist Spa for some relaxation. They offer massages, facials and body wraps. Even the kids can enjoy the spa, where they can make their own scrubs and oils and get a manicure just like Mom! If that doesn't appeal to your little ones, then Riptide Reef Arcade could be the answer –hundreds of games cater to all ages.
My family and I had an absolute blast in Lake County, Illinois, and I'm sure you will too!


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February was Black History Month and, for a clear understanding of our nation's history, we must acknowledge that blacks and whites have played pivotal roles in ensuring our freedom and liberty in America during the last 300 years.
That being said, every time the issue of race relations comes up in this country, it is followed up with the word slavery. Yes, slavery was a painful struggle for many of our citizens in our nation's early history, but it was not unique to America. Slavery, in fact, still exists today in some places around the globe.
It is likely many of our ancestors, at some point in time, were used by others against their will and some surrendered their freedom willingly to become indentured servants. Regardless, our ancestors, in their distinct American way, all had a part in building and sustaining these United States. Today, human abuse lives on in many ways as shown by drug trafficking, prostitution and children being abducted into slavery. Unfortunately, this evil practice of human trafficking has been one of mankind's greatest sins since the beginning of creation.
The long struggle to end slavery gave rise to some remarkable people who spoke out in an attempt to end slavery and racism. One of those people who stood large around the year 1800 was a brave, compassionate man named William Wilberforce. After failing for 26 years, he finally convinced the House of Parliament in England to ban the slave trade in England. Sixty-five years later, the slaves in America were emancipated at the end of our Civil War, which cost more than 800,000 lives. After the war, many blacks and whites who stood for freedom and liberty were persecuted and some were hung. One-hundred-and-three years after the Civil War, one such person, Martin Luther King Jr., was murdered because he stood up for freedom and human dignity.
The challenge today is for us to educate ourselves with facts rather than follow racist agitators, race baiters or politicians who pretend to stand for civil rights, when they really stand for their own influence and greed. We can continue on the current path or we can improve the future for all of our children and their children. We can be a better educated society by learning about recorded history and bringing down the walls that divide us. Education is the key and some excellent resources can be found in the following books: "American History in Black and White" by David Barton and "Capitol Men" by Philip Dray. In these books you will learn the facts about key issues and accomplished people including Wilberforce, Frederick Douglass, John Rock, President Abraham Lincoln and King, among others.
For additional references, check out the site: baic.house.gov, which will provide you with informational biographies on early black Americans in Congress. So whatever your racial identity, please take the time to learn how we have worked together in an incredible effort to form a more perfect Union.
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Once upon a time, there was a foreboding city. Once upon a time, there was a weary existential hero. Once upon a time, there was film noir.
In recent years, such a setting, hero and style seem like things from far away, a nightmarish fairy-tale cinema fans used to know and love very well.
It makes a return in Claire Denis' latest film, "Bastards" – though nothing is ever quite like anything we've seen before when it comes to the French director. Denis has long been a favorite for this reason at the Cleveland Institute of Art Cinematheque, which will screen "Bastards" along with her 2001 film, "Trouble Every Day."
Who: With Vincent Lindon, Chiara Mastroianni, Michel Subor and Lola Créton. Directed by Clair Denis. In French, with subtitles. 100 minutes.
When: 7:05 p.m. Saturday and 8:35 p.m. Sunday.
Where: Cleveland Institute of Art Cinematheque, 11141 East Blvd.
Also: The Cinemathque will also be screening director Claire Denis' 2001 film "Trouble Every Day." Times: 9:05 p.m. Saturday and 6:30 p.m. Sunday. More info: Call 216-421-7450.
Grade: B+More info: Call 216-421-7450.
In her latest effort, Denis focuses on a supertanker captain (Vincent Lindon) who hits land to investigate the suicide of his brother-in-law. By focus, we mean Denis follows the man in her trademark style -- mixing moody shots with close-ups to create a portrait of an existential hero set against a larger setting outside his grasp or control.
That's not to say that this is "Out of the Past" all over again -- with Robert Mitchum and those sleepy eyes, stuck in a treacherous city. Denis is not a re-creator; she establishes a moody vision of present-day Paris that borders on sleepy – yet she always finds a subtle way to jar us.
Like the investigator, we discover layers and layers of seediness in a society stocked with unsavory characters. His brother-in-law is dead; his sister is going bankrupt; his niece has been abused.
Why? Denis connects the faces with a larger milieu, as she has done so brilliantly before, in films such as "Beau Travail."
Here, we find sex, power, money and corruption in Paris. But the themes are as universal as her faces are personal.


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Today the European Parliament gave the green light to the European Markets Infrastructure Regulation (EMIR) designed to regulate shady 'over the counter' (OTC) derivatives. NGOs welcomed the introduction of clearing and reporting obligations for these financial products as a crucial step towards regulating vital agricultural commodity derivatives markets.
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How to get two floors worth of Armani suits and Margiela knit dresses from one spot to another? Enlist your customers to help? Don't go looking for Butch Blum near the Sassoon salon anymore. They've moved to 1332 Sixth Avenue, and this fun slideshow shows how they enlisted their customers to help them do it. Now that's teamwork!
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East Jefferson's 2013 playoff matchup against McDonogh 35 was all about revenge, and then some. Having not won a playoff game since 1970 and with two of their previous five post-season losses coming at the hands of the 'Roneagles in 2012 and 2010, the undefeated Warriors seemed like a freight train on the loose. Inevitably it's going to hit something, hard.
The game started slowly for East Jefferson, as it only managed to take a 7-0 lead into halftime. But standout running back Ronald Green paved the way rushing for 200 yards and three touchdowns.
Green set up his third touchdown with this amazing punt return. After faking the handoff to a teammate, the Northwestern State commit sprints up the right sideline before juking a Roneagle defender and then stiff-arming another, finishing the play off by diving toward the end zone.
Though it didn't end up as a touchdown, this kind of play was a big reason East Jefferson went on to win the Class 4A state title. The Warriors defense finished up the rest of the way, notching its eighth shutout in 11 games to down McDonogh 35, 24-0
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Girl, your hand brushed mine
Shouldn't be no big deal
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How it makes my heart feel
You've got my imagination running
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To find out how good it could be
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And keeping you as my best friend
Would be okay but
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On January 11, eleven young men of Troop 457 from Mercer Island will celebrate achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. The new Eagle Scouts are Mark Anderson, Chris Apacible, Devlin Conway, Nolan Conway, Matthew Hanson, Alex Kovar, Chris Merritt, Ryan Newell, Thomas Rall, Nathaniel Tate, and Ethan Vu.
They started as the Jackalope patrol in 2007.
Their Scoutmasters included: Dan Hanson, Dana Melick, Jeff Peterson, Jeff Garrett and Karl Forsgaard.
At one point, the patrol was as large as eighteen boys. Through the years, these young men have shared a love of scouting and the values of the Boy Scout law. These young men have been on many adventures, supporting and encouraging one another. Their journeys have included 'High Adventure' camps to Philmont in New Mexico and Seabase in Florida, the National Jamboree in Washington, D.C. celebrating 100 years of Scouting, Camp Grizzly, Camp Easton, Order of the Arrow ordeals, kayaking to Blake Island, building snow caves, and many backpacking trips. This summer five of the boys organized a ten day hike of their own, and ventured through Montana.
Earning the rank of Eagle Scout is an accomplishment that less than ten percent of Boy Scouts achieve. This required earning at least 21 merit badges, hours of volunteering, holding leadership positions within the Troop, completing an Eagle project that helps their community, and living up to the Boy Scout law.
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At will, he seems to kick his speed into overdrive, zooming right by people before they know hes there.
When he needs to, he can enlist his superior jumping abilities to scale over or around any opponent in his way.
And while he can easily take control of a situation, he is equally skilled in creating opportunities for others to help out the common mission.
While these attributes may sound like those belonging to a super hero, these are the skills that Central Kitsap senior JR Gordon uses to outwit, outhustle and downright outplay his opponents.
But aside from his physical attributes, its Gordons persona that make him so valuable to the team, CK coach Tim Fryer said.
JRs a special kid, Fryer said. Youll never meet a nicer kid.
Gordon is one of six seniors on a CK team hoping to drive back to districts and ultimately, back to state. Gordon knows that it will take a total team effort to get there. But he also said thats no problem.
Thats exactly how practice is, Gordon said of the team getting along. It all starts at practice. Its fantastic. It does help that we are all good friends. Were just there for everybody. Our bonding this year is great. The chemistry is there.
And Gordon is a big reason why.
Fryer said in addition to being voted the unanimous team captain, Gordons example is followed by his teammates.
In practice, he responds to every question with a, yes coach or a no coach, Fryer said with a chuckle. Now theyve all started doing it. I had to say, OK, thats enough.
And while being looked upon highly by your peers can be a bit of pressure, Gordon said just like the ball, he knows the pressure of leading the team will fall on many shoulders. At the same time, hes grateful he was chosen to lead the charge.
Its a big role, but thats what I look forward to, Gordon said. I consider that pretty big. But being the guy to go to isnt necessarily
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Following are some to the top softball performances in the Tennessee Valley for April 7-12. Nominees are selected from games called in to AL.com or games that were covered. Coaches can call in game details to 800-283-4024 on the night of the game (by 11 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and Saturday; and by 11:30 p.m. Friday).
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March 31-April 5: Morgan Wall, Huntsville
March 24-29: No poll
March 17-22: Sydney Gothart, Madison County
March 10-15: Kailey Stoker, Sparkman
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Annie Willis, Westminster Christian: Came within a pitch of a perfect game in an 8-0 win at Hatton. Willis tossed her fourth no-hitter of the season, fanning 12 and hitting a batter. She also hit a two-run double.
Anna Jackson, Huntsville: Fanned 10 in five-inning, one-hitter as the Panthers beat Lee 11-0. Jackson walked two, and helped her cause at the plate by going 3-for-3 with a double and an RBI.
Sydney Gothart, Madison County: Went 2-for-3 and drove in six runs, and threw a two-hitter with four strikeouts in an 15-0 win over Lee.
Hannah Page Clayton, Randolph: Hit a pair of solo home runs in a 15-5 loss to Madison County.
Shellie Barber, Belgreen: Went 4-for-4 with an RBI double in a 10-3 win over Vina.
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SEMMES, Alabama -- Semmes resident Lacey Martin, owner of Ruby Blue boutique, will be featured in an episode of "Toddlers and Tiaras," a reality show on the TLC network, at 8 p.m. on Jan. 2.
Martin said the episode involves a pageant contestant who comes into the boutique to shop for dresses, along with her parents. Martin's sister, Julie Davis, and a Ruby Blue sales associate, Brittany Dodge, were also part of the episode.
Martin describes her pink-themed boutique as representative of her own "fashionista personality."
"It's all me," she says. "I'm the girliest person you've ever met. I love lace, pearls, and the color pink!"
The 23-year-old business owner opened the store in September 2010.
She describes it as "trendy, but not snooty."
The merchandise includes dresses ranging from $32 to $39; blouses ($19-$25); jeans ($32); jewelry sets ($32); and hair accessories ($5). There is almost always a $10 clearance rack, which Martin uses to rotate out the old fashions with the new.
She strives to keep items affordable, but stylish.
"I think I bring a fresh shopping experience," she said. "It's more about making my customers feel great about themselves. I want them to feel better when they walk out my door than when they come in."
Martin is partners with her husband Buddy, 25, an instrumentation tech at Amvac Chemical Plant in Axis. The couple, who were high school sweethearts at Faith Academy, started painting and working on the boutique's renovations the same day they got home from their honeymoon.
"I am so blessed to have such an amazing husband," Martin said.
"He has really supported me in this venture and is the reason I've been able to spread my wings. I really appreciate him giving me the opportunity to chase my dream."
Before she became a business owner, Martin had been selling real estate for Harmony Reality and Development. When the housing market slowed down, she decided it was time for a second job.
"Buddy and I had just become engaged, so we needed to get serious about what I would do to supplement my income," she said. "It all happened very fast. I remember having the conversation with my mom and how someone needed to open up a ladies boutique with nice clothes where prices weren't crazy expensive. It hit me like a ton of bricks: Why not me?"
Martin's parents, Mark Davis, a contractor and real estate developer, and mother Tina Davis, a realtor broker, founded Harmony Corners Shopping Center in 2005. Martin's mother owns Harmony Realty and Development, which is in the building next to Ruby Blue, as well as Mark Davis Construction.
"My husband and I are so proud of Lacey and her accomplishment as a successful businesswoman," Tina Davis said.
"It's great having my parents so close," Martin said. "I appreciate having parents who really understand what it takes to own, run and manage small businesses. It's not something you can really understand until you've done it."
Her parents have offered advice and support, she added. "They are great to bounce ideas off of and I really respect their opinions. They hold me to a very high standard and expect to set an example for others. They certainly don't let me get away with anything!"
After an expansion during the summer, Ruby Blue has more than 3,000 square feet of shopping space and four dressing rooms, decorated with classic pictures of fashion idol Audrey Hepburn.
"I think Audrey represents the mentality I live by," Martin said. "She is a symbol that a woman can be classy, smart and sexy all at the same time. She's proof that a lady can be fabulous, but also have a good head on her shoulders."
Martin is a member of Semmes Woman's Club, and her shop sponsors and donates to community events and fundraisers, including fashion shows.
Ruby Blue, 3958 Snow Road N., is open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3p.m. The boutique offers shopping parties, styling accessories and layaway options, as well as a drive-through laundry and dry-cleaning pick-up and drop-off affiliated with Gulf Cleaners of Mobile, along with alteration services. Phone: 251-649-0222.
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NEW YORK -- Kris Jenkins' suit didn't fit him once he got to Saks Fifth Avenue on Monday night.
The blue checkered 62 extra long had a little extra room in it, mostly because he'd gotten his fitting done just a few days after getting surgery on his left knee for a torn anterior cruciate ligament suffered just six plays into his NFL season this year.
Since then, he estimates he's lost about 10 pounds in the recovery process. He describes himself as "on vacation" but working hard to get his body primed for a grueling comeback journey ahead.
The rehabilitation process is going better than planned.
"It's a little bit better," Jenkins said in the reception room Monday during a New York Jets Foundation event and fashion show at the swanky New York clothing store. "Just paying more attention to details this time."
The details, in part, were reflected in his strategy around the buffet table. He picked up the miniature cheeseburgers and removed the buns, eating only what was considered to have nutritional value.
"You notice I'm not eating the bread?" he said. "Protein. And the vegetables. I'll get to them later."
He planned his jaunt up and down the catwalk with a simple motto: "don't fall."
As the process continues to wind on, Jenkins said he's keeping an upbeat attitude while not getting ahead of himself.
"I get to watch my team play, root them on and just relax and get my body together," he said.
A day removed from the team's second loss of the season, Jets tight end Dustin Keller said he thought the 9-0 setback might be a little overblown.
"Maybe, that might be the case," Keller said at the charity event Monday at Saks Fifth Avenue. "There's no doubt on my mind we're going to get right back on track and get back to playing the tough football that we can.
"Just when things aren't going your way in terms of officials and stuff like that it's frustrating, but you can't attribute the loss to that because you put yourself in a position where it was close anyway."


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General Motors Corp. will close its massive Willow Run transmission operation and the Flint North engine plant, among about 17 facilities that will be closed or indefinitely idled, GM just announced. Seven Michigan factories employing 9,195 workers will be affected.
Most of the closings will take place this year and in 2010. Here's the complete list:
Status / Timing
(date listed or sooner depending on market demand)
Orion, Mich.
Standby Capacity - September 2009
Pontiac, Mich.
Close - October 2009
Spring Hill, Tenn.
Standby Capacity - November 2009
Wilmington, Del.
Close - July 2009
Grand Rapids, Mich.
Close - June 2009 (previously announced)
Indianapolis, Ind.
Close - December 2011
Mansfield, Ohio
Close - June 2010
Pontiac, Mich.
Standby Capacity - December 2010
Livonia Engine, Mich.
Close - June 2010
Flint North Components, Mich.
Close - December 2010
Willow Run Site, Mich.
Close - December 2010
Parma Components, Ohio
Close - December 2010
Fredericksburg Components, Virg.
Close - December 2010
Massena Castings, N.Y.
Closed - May 1, 2009 (previously announced)
Service & Parts Operations (SPO)
Warehousing & Parts Distribution Centers
Boston, Mass.
Close - December 31, 2009
Jacksonville, Fla.
Close - December 31, 2009
Columbus, Ohio
Close - December 31, 2009
GM filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in New York this morning.Its two largest creditors are Wilmington Trust Co., which holds $22.8 billion in bondholder debt, and the United Auto Workers union, which is owed $20.6 billion to its retiree health care trust fund.
GM says it has more than 100,000 creditors. It lists assets of $82.3 billion and liabilities of $172.8 billion. The automaker's largest Michigan-based creditor is supplier Delphi Corp., which says it is owed $110.8 million.
Separately, Detroit radio station WWJ is reporting that workers have been told GM will close or indefinitely idle the Pontiac truck assembly plant in October.