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STAPLETON - The assistant coach is sometimes one of the more overlooked people in the sports world. Except for usually the players and head coach, nobody may truly understand how instrumental an assistant can be for the success of a team.
Apparently, someone is paying attention to Al Escalante, who serves as the assistant coach for the New Dorp High School varsity lacrosse team.
The Stapleton resident recently was presented with the Jamaica Lacrosse Alumni (JLA) Foundation's George Baron Lacrosse Excellence Award, which honors achievements in community lacrosse programs and promoting the game of lacrosse in the New York public schools system.
"When (the JLA Foundation) explained the criteria, I told them I was honored," said Escalante. "If I told you (getting recognized) didn't make a difference, I'd be lying. It shows that you're doing something good. But it's never really about someone giving you a hand."
The award is named after Baron, who along with Walter Glenn started the first lacrosse program in the PSAL at Jamaica High School in 1983. Although now defunct at Jamaica HS, the program is credited as the foundation for PSAL lacrosse.
The inaugural award was given to Baron in 2008 and Midwood coach John Murphy received the honor last season after it was renamed after Baron when he died in late 2008.
During this past season, the three directors of the Foundation - Don O'Buckley, Jim Healy and Mynor Mazariegos - conversed with the numerous PSAL coaches as well as with CityLax (a non-profit lacrosse organization dedicated to growing the game of lacrosse in New York City) about possible candidates.
During their interviews, the members were briefed about Escalante.
"He really works with the kids. They tell us stories of how he mentors the kids. He does things after school beyond coaching," said Healy. "He really gives back to the community. It's not just being a coach, but going beyond that and Al fit the bill this year."
Those who know Escalante know the award is certainly fitting for the 28-year-old, who played against Baron's team when he was at Curtis HS. Through the years, Escalante has driven players to Randall's Island for Empire State Games tryouts as well as taken kids on recruiting trips to colleges and to numerous tournaments.
For going above and beyond, Escalante is certainly worthy of the honor. Yet, he is quick to deflect the praise to others, like New Dorp head coach Brian Murphy, who gave him a chance, and his mom Rosa Isela Escalante and his brother Albert Escalante.
Escalante was named Metro Lacrosse Association (MLA) Assistant Coach of the Year in 2008 and last year he helped New Dorp to a 17-0 league record and its first PSAL championship.
After receiving his award, Escalante can now turn his attention to Manchester, England, for the FIL World Lacrosse Championships in July where he is as a member of Mexico's first-ever national lacrosse team.


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Friday's caravan notes: Dombrowski, Knapp, Everett
There wasn't really much media time for the Tigers on the second and final day of their winter caravan, certainly on their local bus. However, there were a few tidbits that came out of some of the events, including the stop at the Henry Ford.
- Dave Dombrowski acknowledged the idea that the Tigers haven't been in the conversation among the AL Central contenders. He kind of likes that. "I think that's good if people look past us. I think it's a mistake. And in some ways, I hope they do, because you can sneak up on people."
- Dombrowski on the makeup of last year's lineup compared to what they have now: "We almost had an All-Star at every position. … And it's apparent it didn't work. Sometimes you have to change the mix."
- The longer the caravan rolls on, the stronger pitching coach Rick Knapp's comments seemingly become about pounding the strike zone. He gave the pitching staff a vote of confidence Friday, but he also emphasized the point that a repeat of last year's control woes can't happen. "There's no reason for us to lead the league in walks. There's absolutely no reason for that. We want to come out and set a precedent. But with the stuff our pitchers have, there's absolutely no reason to lead the league in walks."
- If there's a question and answer session at a Tigers stop, it's a safe bet the question will come up of who made the biggest impact on a player's career growing up. Most players say their parents. Adam Everett gives a nod to Hall of Famer Bruce Sutter, who happens to be a family friend. He was also a mentor and instructor for Everett growing up.
- Given the news on Freddy Garcia's deal with the Mets, it's worth noting that the Tigers had minimal contact with Garcia's agent on a deal as the offseason wore on. The club seemed to decide early on that it would at least pursue different options.
- Former Tigers minor league reliever Ian Ostlund will be part of spring training with the Cardinals. He signed a minor league contract with St. Louis early in the offseason.
- I booked my flight for spring training today. That's neither here nor there — well, it's out of the weather here and down to some warm sunshine there. But given the winter we've had in Michigan, it felt good to do. Hopefully some of you get the chance to make the trip down to Lakeland.
Hope to see some of you at TigerFest on Saturday. It'll be cold, colder than today, but at least no snow.
Winter caravan notes: Lyon, Rogers, Larish
By now, you probably already know that the Tigers are close to a deal with Brandon Lyon. I would anticipate an agreement to come out at some point on Friday. By now, I think the closer topic has been discussed pretty thoroughly, so you can discuss as you please. As for other notes from the caravan …
- Still wondering what Kenny Rogers is going to do? So is manager Jim Leyland. He said at the media luncheon Thursday that he received a very nice voicemail from Kenny recently, thanking him and saying how much he enjoyed his time here. However, the message left no answer as to whether he plans to continue playing. "It was a great [message]," Leyland said. "I don't know what he's doing."
- If you're wondering whether the Tigers will allow one of their relief prospects from last year's draft to make the jump to the big leagues out of camp, the answer is yes. Leyland said he has received assurances from Dave Dombrowski that he could if he wants. "If you run into another Verlander or Zumaya, he's on the team," Leyland said.
- I mentioned this is one of the stories tonight about Leyland not wanting to tinker, but Leyland said that Jeff Larish will be battling for the last spot on the roster. That would seemingly suggest that the Tigers will decide whether to keep a corner infielder/left-handed bat or a fifth outfielder.
- For someone who barely spends any time in the winter weather, Carlos Guillen keeps a very stylish, very expensive winter coat.
Good news on Hollimon
Forgot to mention this last night, but talking with Michael Hollimon at the caravan stop in Toledo, there's good reason to think that he should be ready for the start of the season. He estimates his left shoulder is at 90-95 strength following surgery to repair a labrum tear last September, and he's doing all baseball activities in his workouts in Dallas. He's planning on reporting to Lakeland a couple weeks early and picking up his program under the watch of the Tigers athletic training staff.
There was an initial fear after the surgery that Hollimon could miss half of the 2009 season.
Between Hollimon's progress and the Tigers' optimism that Clete Thomas could be back sooner than expected, those are two big pieces of depth at Triple-A Toledo should Detroit face any early-season injuries in the lineup. It also translates into a full season of development for Hollimon, which can only help him and the Tigers depending on how the middle infield pictures looks at season's end.
Bullpen move + Zumaya = upbeat Leyland
Jim Leyland wasn't saying a whole lot about his bullpen plans when he talked with reporters Thursday at a charity dinner in suburban Toledo, but he did sound optimistic that he was going to get more help in the form of a move or two coming up, plus hopefully a healthy Joel Zumaya.
"We're still working hard," Leyland said. "We're not done yet. We're still trying to put our team together. Hopefully that could involve maybe a couple more people, but we don't know. We have nothing done, but we think there's some encouraging signs."
"Up to this point, we've done as much as we could. I think Dave has been pretty creative so far, which he said he was going to have to be this year. And I don't think we're done yet. Will we get something done? I don't know. But is it possible? I definitely think it is."
"We had a lot of money to play with, but we already played with it. And I think everybody knows it. So we weren't going to be in the hunt for a lot of the big names that were out there and everything. And there's still some guys that we might have some interest in at hopefully a little better of a bargain."
Leyland sounded particularly upbeat about Zumaya, enough so that he said the Tigers' bullpen plans will depend in large part on how he fares this spring in his comeback from the stress fracture in his shoulder.
"That will change the whole bullpen, probably," Leyland said. "Zumaya's health will be a significant factor in the bullpen. You might almost need two guys to replace Zumaya. He could be that good for us. He was that good in 2006. If we can get in that scenario again, we'll be pretty good."
Asked how Zumaya's progress is going, Leyland said:
"Typical Zumaya, he was throwing bullets from 90 feet the other day already in Lakeland. It's a process, but it's way too early to know what he's going to look like when he has to get a hitter out, max effort and stuff like that. Right now, he looks good. We're thinking that he made a lot of progress. But it's still a wait and see."
Other quotes from Leyland …
On Bonderman's rehab: "Tremendous. He looks stronger and better than ever."
On Dontrelle Willis: "Very good. Outstanding. Better than they saw him at any point last year. But once again, he's not facing hitters. I'm just going to lay low on that. I don't want to put expectations or be talking about that kind of stuff every day, because I just think it makes it worse."
On the competition for the final spot in the rotation: "We obviously need a fifth starter, and I'm going to let that play itself out. I'm not going to comment on it every day. I'm not going to get excited if somebody looks good for three innings one day and somebody looks bad for three. I'm going to sit back. I'm going to play it calm. I'm going to see how things develop. And at the end of Spring Training, we'll come out there with the best possible team we can."
Brandon Lyon update
The Tigers and Lyon's agent, Barry Meister, are talking. But Meister is still talking with other teams at this point, so nothing is close to being done. There was some belief that Lyon would be matching up with a team around mid-week, but that timetable appears to be out. Just figured I'd pass that along to temper some expectations out there.
I'll be heading down to Maumee, Ohio tonight for the start of the Tigers winter caravan at the Monsignor Schmit Youth Foundation Dinner. Jim Leyland is scheduled to be the keynote speaker. Players slated to attend include Marcus Thames, Mike Hessman, Ryan Raburn, Jeff Larish, Clete Thomas, Eddie Bonine, Brent Clevlen, Michael Hollimon, Chris Lambert and Clay Rapada, along with broadcaster Mario Impemba. Tickets are still available at $50 a person or a table of 10 for $500. More information is available at mudhens.com or by calling the Catholic Youth Organization at 419-244-6711, ext. 609.
Arbitration — four down, one to go
Another busy day for Tigers legal counsel John Westhoff, who was able to settle on one-year deals with all but one of the remaining arbitration cases. Gerald Laird gets a reported $2.8 million, Edwin Jackson a reported $2.2 million, Bobby Seay $1.3 million and Joel Zumaya $735,000.
That leaves Justin Verlander, whose agent exchanged figures with the team today and have a significant gap to cross before they can settle. Verlander asked for $4.15 million, while the Tigers submitted a figure of $3.2 million. In case you haven't heard this already, the Tigers have not had an arbitration case to go to a hearing under Dave Dombrowski.
13 Tigers on World Baseball Classic rosters
Before you read the list, keep in mind two things: These are 45-man provisional rosters, not the final 28-man rosters that will be announced next month, so a few of these guys might not make the cut. Plus, some of these players weren't going to spring training with the big league club, so they won't cut into the camp population. With that in mind, here's the list, sorted by country:
Curtis Granderson, OF, USA
Justin Verlander, P, USA
Miguel Cabrera, IF, Venezuela
Armando Galarraga, P, Venezuela
Carlos Guillen, OF, Venezuela
Magglio Ordonez, OF, Venezuela
Placido Polanco, 2B, Dominican Rep.
Fernando Rodney, P, Dominican Rep.
Fu-Te Ni, P, Chinese Taipei
Cale Iorg, IF, Canada
Max St. Pierre, C, Canada
Andrew Graham, C, Australia
Brendan Wise, P, Australia
Mailbag: Tigers on MLB Network, Clevlen, Jackson, Thomas, Gomez
Some of you might know this already, but we've moved away from the mailbag as a published article on the site every week. Quite a few of you seem to like the format, though, so I'm going to try to move it over to the blog in a smaller format and crank out some answers every so often, hopefully once a week. I think it makes more sense on the blog, anyway. It's more conducive for feedback, and since it's not actually an article, hopefully there will be less hassle on why I selected certain questions or didn't answer others.
Anyway …
As a Tiger fan outside of Michigan, I am excited about the MLB Network. Should I be? Are the Tigers going to be featured on it ever or will it be the same Red Sox/Yankees/Cubs/Dodgers games that have been on Fox and ESPN?
– Jeremy H., Hartford, Wisc.
Actually, you're in luck. The network will be re-airing some 2006 postseason games this weekend, starting with Game 4 of the ALCS Saturday at noon ET and continuing with the first two games of the World Series that night at 6 and 9 p.m. ET. They'll show Games 3-5 on Sunday starting at 1 p.m. ET, if you wanted to relieve those games, too. Another neat item will be highlights of the 1945 World Series between the Tigers and Cubs on Wednesday, Jan. 28 at 11:30 p.m. ET.
You can go here for the TV listings.
Okay, say Brent Clevlen does clear waivers and the Tigers outright him to Toledo. What happens with his "options" then, or does he have to clear waivers every time he gets sent down?
– Nick R., Mayville, NY
Clevlen would have to be outrighted and clear waivers each time. Once the options are done, they're done.
I was sad to see Matt Joyce go, but if Tampa had Andy Sonnastine open for trade talks why not go after him instead of getting Edwin Jackson? He had a better record.
– Ryan C., Greenville
First, Jackson is eligible for arbitration, while Sonnanstine is not. The Rays had more motivation for dealing Jackson and clearing up payroll to add another outfielder. Second, Jackson is arguably more of a stuff pitcher than Sonnanstine. He throws harder and has more in his repertoire. That doesn't make him more successful, of course, but he fits the profile of the pitcher the Tigers like. And while plenty of people have said this about Jackson over the years, you can still make the case that he has a ton of upside if/when he puts everything together. Pitching coach Rick Knapp's resume of building strike-throwers fits Jackson very well.
With the signing of minor league free agent Alexis Gomez, do you think that he has a shot of making the team since Matt Joyce is gone?
– Gareth R., Okemos
Probably not at the start of the season, unless the roster picture changes with injuries or other moves. I think moving Joyce means Jeff Larish is the Tigers' best option for a left-handed bat off the bench, if he wasn't already, and even he could be in a roster squeeze. Gomez gives the Tigers some depth if they need help during the season, but I think that depends on Clete Thomas (another left-handed hitting outfielder) and how quickly he returns.
Clete Thomas was a nice surprise for the organization last year. He proved that he could hit consistently, and field very well at the Major League level. What do you think will become of Clete this year? Will he earn a roster spot?
– Alan F., Grosse Pointe Woods
If he's healthy after Tommy John surgery last fall — and keep in mind that position players return from that procedure quicker than pitchers — Thomas is in a very good spot in the organization. He can play all three outfield spots, bats left-handed, has some speed and plays solid defense. Does that mean he can make the team out of Spring Training? It would be tough. Marcus Thames and Ryan Raburn would seemingly have the edge on the reserve outfield spots, especially since Raburn can fill in on the infield as well.
Braden Looper is still unsigned as a free agent picther. Looper had some good years in Florida as a closer and might be a great option for Detroit's closer. What are the chances of that happening?
– Frank A., Livonia
Not much, by all accounts. Enough teams are looking at Looper as a starter that he'll probably sign as such. It's his better route financially, and he has enjoyed starting for the last two years.
Want to submit a question? Let's make it easy. Click on the link here and ask away. Just try to include your name — first name and last initial is fine — and hometown.
Fossum joins Mets on Minor League deal
Casey Fossum, who ended up becoming the second lefty in the Tigers bullpen last summer, has agreed to a Minor League contract with the Mets, according to the Buffalo News. The 31-year-old was cut out of Spring Training with the Pirates last year before signing with Detroit soon after the Tigers released Tim Byrdak. Fossum went 3-1 with a 5.66 ERA in 31 appearances, allowing a .243 batting average to left-handed hitters but giving up a .310 average and .920 OPS against right-handed batters.
Why the scoop out of Buffalo? Fossum would presumably join the Triple-A Bisons, the new Mets affiliate after years with Cleveland, unless he makes the Mets roster out of camp.
Closing the deal … eventually
By this time next week, the Tigers should hopefully, finally have a fairly good idea who their closer(s) is/are going to be, whether it's Fernando Rodney, Jason Isringhausen, Brandon Lyon, another free agent, Guillermo Hernandez (not really), Franklyn German (definitely not), or some sort of combination.
If they don't, then there's a good chance this is going to be real interesting in spring training.
True, I don't think anybody expected the Tigers' closer search to go this long to begin with. Think about it: It has been over a month since talks for J.J. Putz fell through, and since Dave Dombrowski first said there's a lot of time before April 6, when the Tigers open the season.
On the flip side, I don't think any of the free-agent relievers — save for maybe the recuperating Chad Cordero — expected to sit on the market for this long. Last week, coming out of the holidays, was supposed to be the week that the markets really defined for a lot of these guys. That really didn't seem to occur until this week. Now that it's starting to happen, though, I expect you'll see these guys make their decisions quickly, and clubs doing the same. Once Isringhausen or Lyon reach a deal, maybe by the middle of next week, the other might soon follow, since some of the same teams seem to be involved. Russ Springer, who seems to be attracting a surprising amount of interest on the market, might not be far behind. So could Juan Cruz, whose status as a Type A free agent who will cost a signing team a draft pick really seems to have dampened interest. Eric Gagne is out there, too.
Somebody's going to get a good reliever in Cordero, as long as he's healthy. The risk in focusing in on him alone is that if he has to take it slow and isn't ready when the season starts, or if he ends up signing somewhere else — keep in mind, a dozen teams are reportedly monitoring him — then what? Wait for a team to dump a closer at the end of spring training?

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Police said the man spent a few minutes in the bank and told a manager that he was waiting for someone.
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HOUSTON (AP) - In a government report that comes as little surprise to sales tax critics, the poorest Texans shoulder a disproportionate amount of the state's total tax burden, the Texas Journal of the Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday.
In its biennial study, the state Comptroller's Office found that while the lowest income residents pay the greatest percentage of state taxes, the highest income Texans benefit most from exemptions on sales and franchise taxes.
Exemptions on sales and franchise taxes will total $20.5 billion in fiscal 1999, which ends Aug. 31, the newspaper reported. By comparison, the state is budgeted to spend $43.1 billion.
Some common exemptions tend to benefit the wealthiest one-fifth of Texas families more than the poorest one-fifth. For instance, the top fifth saves $174.4 million under the food exemption while the bottom fifth saves $142 million.
Opponents of the sales tax are criticizing Gov. George W. Bush's stated intention to use an estimated $5.6 billion surplus to reduce school property taxes by $2 billion. The comptroller's report says property taxes are less regressive than sales taxes, the Texas Journal reported.
"Even though the governor says he's giving the money back to the hands that earned it, he's taking a surplus created by sales taxpayers and giving it back to property taxpayers - and those are not necessarily the same people," said Dick Lavine, a tax analyst with the Center for Public Policy Priorities, an Austin-based advocacy group for low-income Texans.
Many poorer Texans who pay sales taxes don't own homes and could only benefit from property tax breaks if their landlords pass along the savings, Lavine said.
Critics are missing the big picture, according to Bush spokeswoman Karen Hughes. The tax-cut plans are designed not only to lower the tax burden on property owners but to make the state - as opposed to local property taxes - the primary funding source for schools.
Lavine and state Sen. Eliot Shapleigh, the El Paso Democrat who sponsored the 1997 legislation requiring the tax study, propose applying the comptroller's analysis to legislation that would significantly affect state revenues.
Other, more influential lawmakers, aren't convinced such tax incidence analyses would make much a difference whether or not a bill passes.
"Simply because some economist makes a statement that a tax impacts one segment or another, it doesn't necessarily translate into members' votes," said Sen. Bill Ratliff, R-Mount Pleasant, who chairs the Senate Finance Committee.
As an example, the comptroller's numbers don't seem to affect Ratliff's viewpoint on the sales tax:
"While people always talk about the fact it's the most regressive, our constituents also tell us the sales tax is one tax you don't have to pay if you don't buy anything."
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CLEVELAND, Ohio – American Idol Season 8 winner Kris Allen
has spent the the past month plugging away in a studio, hoping fans will feel the same way he does about his new music.
"I think we're doing some really creative things in the studio," says Allen. "Who knows? I might be the only one that's enjoying this stuff, but I like it."
The Arkansas native has been hard at work recording his next album with producer Charlie Peacock (The Civil Wars; Switchfoot) in Nashville.
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It's a different experience this time around for Allen. While the 28-year-old still has the loyal backing of "Idol" fans that saw him beat out Adam Lambert back in 2009, Allen no longer has the record deal that came with that victory.
In 2012, Allen parted ways with RCA records. Now, he's a free agent. But that doesn't seem to bother the singer-songwriter who recently phoned in to talk about his new album, recording on his terms and whether or not he's watching the new season of "American Idol."
People talk about Nashville being this magical city. What has it been like recording there?
It is a great place. Not just for music, but the music scene is definitely special. I've never seen a place like this where music is such a bug part of the town. In every restaurant or bar you can find some kind of music going on every night of the week. There's some great food here too.
You live in Arkansas where you and your wife just had a baby boy. Has it been hard balancing being a father and recording a new album?
It makes it tough to leave home. But you gotta do what you what you gotta do. My wife and son have come up here to Nashville and I've gone down there to see them. One of the great things about Nashville is that no one likes to work on the weekends, so I get to go home fairly often.
You're going into this album without a record deal. What's the plan going forward?
I'm making this record on my own. Once we get done with making the music, we may look at some other options. For now, though, I wanted to do this on my own. It seemed like an inspirational thing to do.
How has the process been different without a record label?
It is a lot faster. There is a lot more freedom, but we also have the producer we're doing the record with. He's helping out with making sure we're just not putting crap on the record.
You're talking about Charlie Peacock?
Yes. The great thing about him is that he's willing to be creative. That's not something that you can say about a lot of people. I think it will come through in the music as well.
How is this album different from your last album, 2012's "Thank You Camellia?"
As far as production goes, it's not trying to be something that I'm not. I'm a singer-songwriter. That's the kind of artist that I am. I think that this music is really just based around the songs and my vocals as well. If we were to get away for that I would think we haven't done what we wanted to do with this record.
Does your life change at all around this time of year, when the new season of "American Idol" begins?
Not particularly. I feel like these five years have gone by so fast. Once a new season roles around, you do get friends and people you meet asking if you watch it.
Do you watch it?
Not really. If I watch the show or try to catch up on it, it's usually just short highlights on the Internet.
Since you competed on "American Idol" there's been a boom in the popularity of singing shows.
It's crazy. It was like 18 shows popped up out of nowhere. It is weird that there are so many of them now. I guess people like watching other people sing.


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Bill Butcher has spent with 35 year career making golf easier and better for those who love to play.
Now it is time to return the favor.
Fran Johnson's Golf & Tennis in West Springfield will honor Butcher with his own "Bill Butcher Appreciation Day,''Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The open house at the Riverdale Road store will allow his acquaintences to celebrate his contributions to local golf.
Butcher began his career as an assistant pro at The Orchards Golf Club in South Hadley, before spending 17 seasons as head pro at Cohasse Country Club in Southbridge.
He later worked at Granby Family Golf Center as a master craftsman and club repair specialist. He has spent the last eight years in the same capacity at Fran Johnson's.
"He is a tremendous man who has touched so many people in golf,'' said Robert Bontempo, who worked with Butcher at the Orchards GC and Granby Family Golf Center.
The day includes: Raffles, coffee, donuts, numerous equipment and re-gripping specials; and a 1 p.m. clinic with Butcher and other are pros.
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An outsider looking over the Knights' stat sheet would see that Myles Mack - the centerpiece of Rutgers' heralded freshman class - is the team's third leading scorer with 8.8 PPG and second ranked passer with 2.2 APG. But take away his 20 point performance against a horrid UMBC squad and he would be sixth on the team with 7.6 PPG. And the poor stats don't stop there: 37 percent from the field (ninth on team,) 29.7 percent from beyond the arc (sixth on team,) 2.5 turnovers per contest ("leads" the team) - and all of that includes the game against the Retrievers.
While Dane Miller is the clear catalyst of this team, Mack has the pure, unfiltered skill set that cannot be matched by anybody on Rutgers' roster, let alone many of the teams that we have already played. His star power will undeniably show itself this season; but first, a little kick start seems necessary. Here is my five point plan:
1. Let him nosh on the weak - Our next two games (vs. Stony Brook, vs. NJIT) are easily winnable. So give Mack permission to work out the kinks in his shot. Tell the offense to give him the ball whenever there is a sliver of daylight between him and his defender, and make sure he knows that he will not be punished for shot selection. This will build his confidence, something that appears to be lacking. But
2. Don't run plays for him - Force the 5'9er to create his own shots. It takes the pressure off of him and coerces his desire to be a scorer.
3. Have Dane Miller guard him in practice - Sure, Seagears and Mack are adequate defenders. But shooting over 6'1 and 6'2 is what he is used to from high school. How many athletes has he played against that have length like Miller? Probably none. Forcing Mack to shoot over 6'6 will improve his instinct to pump fake and find an easier, shorter-range shot. Not to mention that the intensity Miller brings to defense will frustrate Mack into playing angry, something that might trigger his game.
4. Feed his ego - Everybody in St. Anthony's knew who Mack was - and it probably gave him a sense of divine power. Things probably changed when he ran into Rice's mouth. So, tell him he's the best player on the team - he is, isn't he? But don't make it a "you're the man" type of relationship in which he stops working; make it an "I thought you were supposed to be the greatest" rapport. Challenge him to climb over his current plateau and fight for his spot on top of the college basketball world.
5. Focus elsewhere - If it gets to the point in which Mack just isn't scoring, turn to his complementary skills. Work on his passing instincts and tell him to crash the boards to look for Jason Kidd rebounds. He has three years to be a dominant scorer and, while he figures out the ins-and-outs of the NCAA brand of basketball, building upon the abovementioned abilities may be a blessing in disguise.Now it's your turn! Tell me how you would get Myles Mack on track. Also, do you think these are just the growing pains of a freshman or is there something more alarming at work? Comment below and let me know - and be sure to check back on Sunday morning for my thoughts and reaction to the Stony Brook game. Is anybody else making the trip to MSG?


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The Pac-12's game of the year could be Nov. 3 when Oregon meets USC in Los Angeles. Both teams will be highly ranked and potential BCS title contenders when the 2012 season starts, and their Nov. 3 meeting could set up a rematch on Nov. 30 in the Pac-12 championship game.
Oregon State has seven home games – the most since 2006 – including a Reser Stadium matchup on Sept. 8 with Big Ten Conference champion Wisconsin and the Nov. 24 Civil War game with Pac-12 champ Oregon.
Wisconsin is the first Big Ten team to come to Corvallis since Iowa in 1971.
Oregon's seven-game home schedule lacks marquee attractions, with three non-conference games against mid- to lower-level teams and with the USC and Oregon State games on the road. Stanford had the best 2011 record of the teams that visit Eugene, but the Cardinal will be without All-America quarterback Andrew Luck.
The Pac-12 schedule release noted that with the new ESPN and FOX media rights agreement as well as the launch of the Pac-12 Networks in August, every Pac-12 football game will be available to fans nationally. Exactly how many fans will have access to the games will depend on programming decisions of cable-TV companies, but the TV package will eliminate regional distribution, which was prevalent in the prior broadcast arrangements.
There will be 44 games on the combination of ESPN's family of networks, Fox Broadcast and FX, while 34 games are scheduled to air on the Pac-12 Networks.
Utah is currently scheduled to get the 2012 season started on August 30 with a Thursday night game against Northern Colorado in Rice-Eccles Stadium. It will be one of 10 games hosted by Pac-12 teams in the opening week. Only UCLA (at Rice) and Washington State (at BYU) open on the opponent's home field.
The Pac-12 Conference schedule begins September 15 when Stanford and USC renew their rivalry at Stanford. Everyone else, except Washington, begins Pac-12 play the following week, including three-time defending champion Oregon, which will begin its title defense at home against Arizona on Sept. 22.
The Thursday night schedule will include Stanford at Washington on Sept. 27, USC at Utah on October 4, Arizona State at Colorado on Oct. 11 and Oregon at Arizona State on Oct. 18.
Friday games will include Washington at Cal on November 2, and three rivalry games on Nov. 23, Thanksgiving weekend: Arizona State at Arizona, Utah at Colorado and Washington at Washington State. The Pac-12 championship game also will be on Friday, Nov. 30.
The Ducks' nonconference games are against Arkansas State, Fresno State and Tennessee Tech. Oregon hosts Arizona and new coach Rich Rodriguez on Sept. 22, and one week later meets new coach Mike Leach's Washington State Cougars on Sept. 29 at Century Link Field in Seattle.
Notes: When the Ducks host Washington Oct. 6 at Autzen Stadium former UO players Justin Wilcox and Peter Sirmon make their return as Huskies' assistants. … OSU opens Sept. 1 with the first-ever visit by the Nicholls State Colonels of Louisiana led by former OSU assistant coach Charlie Stubbs.
--From reports by Paul Buker and The Associated Press.


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The honor roll for third marking period was announced for The Christian School of Grace Baptist Church.
Grade 5, A Honor Roll
Benjamin Cook, Jeffrey Endres and Meredith Hinthorn.
Grade 6, A Honor Roll
Andrew Clancy, Ethan Lucas, Alexis Morrow and Caleb Van Grouw.
Grade 7, A Honor Roll
Matthew Praestgaard, Sarah Smith and Verity Stine.
Grade 8, A Honor Roll
Alyssa Endres, Julia Ledgett, Erik Praestgaard and Emma Van Grouw.
Grade 5, B Honor Roll
Katherine Manti, Daniel Pfeiffer, Hunter Rickrode and Brian Trayer.
Grade 6, B Honor Roll
Joseph Dimino and Noah Rasmus.
Grade 7, B Honor Roll
Nicholas Douglas and Kaylin Kimmel.
Grade 8, B Honor Roll
Emily Reisinger and Alexis Rickrode.


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Phuket Shopping Guide
Phuket has shopping oportunities to satisfy all but the most fanatical shopaholic. In addition to the roadside stalls and markets there are plenty of shopping centres and department stores, as well as a good selection of boutiques and specialty shops around the island. Fine examples of traditional handicrafts, textiles, gems, jewellery and antiques, as well as clothing and everyday items are also easily purchased.
The best bargains and widest range of goods are found in Phuket City and Patong, though there are plenty of shops and stalls to be found in beach areas such as Kata and Karon.
For a complete list of all the shops in Phuket take a look at our Phuket business directory.
What to Buy in Phuket
Many items which you might expect to be cheap in Thailand can actually be fairly expensive due to high import duties on luxury items. However, there are still plenty of bargains to be had. Clothing, art and handicrafts are excellent buys and Phuket is well stocked with items that will surprise and delight shoppers from all over.
VAT Refunds
Tourists shopping in designated establishments are eligible for a VAT refund. See VAT Refunds for more info.
Prices are fixed in department stores and larger shops, but at most other places bargaining is expected, especially at markets and shops where the prices are not displayed. Roadside stalls will often quote double the price, and sometimes even more, which the seller will accept. So start low, maybe at a third and aim for half.
Some small shops that have prices marked can also be cajoled into giving a "special discount". Don't expect to able to bargain down too much though. If the prices are already displayed, this should mean that they are fair. Nevertheless, its quite rare to find a merchant who won't budge at all.
Generally, shopping in Thailand is easy and fun. But remember to shop smart, go around and compare prices and obtain a receipt for expensive items. Be wary of touts, tour guides, taxi/tuk tuk drivers or friendly strangers who offer to take you shopping. In nearly all cases they will receive a commision, which of course is added to the price you pay.
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Flint Mayor Don Williamson answers questions posed by The Flint Journal on crime, the economy and City Council. Each candidate was given a maximum of 50 words to respond.
What will you do to reduce crime if elected in November?
I will start new crime-fighting programs and continue recent strategies put into place -- such as stronger neighborhood coalitions, enhanced directed police patrols, one-officer patrol vehicles for more coverage, continued operation of city lockup, and cooperative arrangements with the state police and federal officials.
What will you do to bring more jobs to Flint and improve the local economy?
My administration and I have paved and continue to pave our roads. We rebuilt three major bridges. Our infrastructure is being revitalized. Businesses (Rowe Inc., Wade Trim and ParkingCarma) are moving downtown, the city increased its economic development investment, and the downtown is working with investors and foundations to improve.
The City Council and administration (under several mayors) have often been at odds. What is the appropriate relationship between the two? What will you do to develop that relationship?
As mayor, I have kept the budget balanced and worked on many projects with the City Council. There will be times of strain, but I will strive to meld their ideas with mine. The new sidewalk program is one example of teamwork. My door is open to each council member.


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Mission College English Department
Welcome to the English Department!
Dept Chair: Aram Shepherd
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The Mission College English Department offers composition, literature, and technical writing courses designated to provide students with the skills needed to be successful in both their academic and work lives. Through these courses, students develop reading, writing, and critical thinking skills needed to attain an AA-T degree, transfer to a four-year college or university, or move directly into the workforce.
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Steuben Gas Storage Company
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Effective Date: 10/01/2002, Docket: RP02-429-000, Status: Effective
First Revised Sheet No. 156C First Revised Sheet No. 156C : Effective
Superseding: Original Sheet No. 156C
18.4 Condition to Firm Service Agreements.
(a) Seller may issue an effective OFO to any Customer under
Rate Schedule FS to (1) increase/decrease quantities
Tendered to Seller for storage at Customer's Point of
Injection, up to Customer's Maximum Daily Injection
Quantity; (2) increase/decrease quantities requested to
be withdrawn from storage at the Point of Withdrawal,
up to Customer's Maximum Daily Withdrawal Quantity.
Customer will be required to comply with such OFO
within twenty-four (24) hours prior notice.
(b) Seller will require, as a condition in each firm
service Agreement, that Customer guarantee that Seller
will have the right to issue an effective OFO to any
transporter or owner of Gas being supplied to any
Customer, whether such OFO is required to be
effectuated at the Point of Injection/Withdrawal.
Seller shall issue an OFO pursuant to this Section
18.4(b) only if (1) Customer has elected to grant such
authority to Seller for the issuance of all OFO's; or
(2) Seller is required to issue the OFO without
providing the twenty-four (24) hours notice referenced
in Section 18.4(a) above.
(c) Seller shall develop a rotating schedule of Customers
at the Point of Injection/Withdrawal to establish the
priority of the Customer that will receive an OFO in
the event Seller requires additional supplies.
18.5 OFO NOTICE, CONTENTS AND PROCEDURES. Seller shall issue an
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circumstances, utilizing electronic communication,
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delivery mechanism prescribed by NAESB or other mutually
agreed communication methodologies used to transmit and
receive information, including communication by telephone).
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information concerning the status of operations variables
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University of Massachusetts senior Matt Cadwallader has a really great audio slideshow over on the UMass homepage.
Matt is the former president of UMass for Barack Obama and took part in a pre-election debate hosted by The Daily Collegian and UVC-TV 19 last fall.
It seems he decided to reward all the legwork he did to get the new president elected by making the long journey to see inauguration in person, and he does a good job of making you feel like you're there.


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This deal has ended.
This Tory Burch Amanda Cross-Body Bag, originally $235, is now $176.25 at Nordstrom. Plus, shipping is free, making this the lowest price we found by $60. This leather bag is available in fuchsia and electric eel (pictured), has a magnetic closure and three interior card slots. Sales tax is charged in most states.No longer available


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This deal has ended.
Horchow.com takes 20% off all new arrivals and 10% off everything else sitewide via code HAPPYNY. Take a look at this Vera Bradley Note Cube, in Provencal, which drops from $16 to $8.90 down to $8.01 with code and the matching Provencal Ball Point Pen, which drops from $20 to $11.90 to $10.71, the lowest price we could find on both these pieces by $17. Also check out this Reed & Barton 5-Pc Coco Place Setting, which drops from $55 to $44, the best price we could find by $11. Shipping starts at $8 or is free over $50 and sales tax is charged in states with Neiman Marcus retail locations.No longer available


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One should always do their best to ensure minimal access to make changes to public-facing systems.
A rule which was apparently ignored by some protest group in Oregon.
Big kudos to AOSHQ for their stunning victory over internet calendars! I'm reposting the screenshot of the calendar below, as the server is acting a bit dodgy right now. I echo Ace's dire warning: If you do make it through to the calendar website, do not click on any of the event links. Trust me on this.
Update: Schadenfreude, x2. Or, as Aceitler puts it, Lebensraumen!
It's not like these folks don't have what's coming to them.


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SELINSGROVE: A week has passed, but there has been little change with Duane Mausteller's condition.
Mausteller remains listed in critical condition at the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville after suffering head injuries in a three-car accident during the Empire Super Sprint Series feature last Saturday night at Selinsgrove Speedway.
The 41-year-old Bloomsburg ace underwent procedures last Sunday night to deal with those head injuries.
According to speedway officials, Canadian Jamie Collard, who was also involved in the incident, was released from Geisinger earlier this week. He suffered back and rib injuries.
The third car in the crash was Shawn Donath, of South Onondago, N.Y. He was uninjured in the accident.
In other news at Selinsgrove, Sunday's Ray Tilley Classic featuring the 410 Sprint Cars, 305 Sprints and Super Sportsman has been postponed.
The setback was due to a medical emergency in promoter Charlie Paige's family. It has not been determined if the race will be made up.


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AUBURN HILLS – The Detroit Pistons would cite several reasons for their turnaround if you asked why it happened. One reason everyone would list is Jason Maxiell.
The Pistons' power forward kept his team in the game during a woeful first half, came up with a thunderous dunk when the Atlanta Hawks drew within two points in the fourth quarter, then watched Tayshaun Prince hit a game-winning shot with 24.3 seconds left in an 86-85 win.
Maxiell had 19 points and 12 rebounds – his second consecutive double-double, and second of the season – as the Pistons won for the eighth time in their last 11 home games and improved to 11-11 at The Palace of Auburn Hills.
The only time Maxiell scored more points in an NBA game was April 11, 2008, when he scored a career-high 28 against Washington.
The night Maxiell moved into the starting lineup, the Pistons fell to 4-20 overall, which might have been their season low point if they hadn't competed so well in that three-point loss at New Jersey.
The emboldened Pistons are 10-6 since then, Maxiell has become one of their most reliable performers, and Prince said he knows why.
"That's what happens when you get more playing time and you get used to playing on a consistent basis," Prince said. "You end up finding yourself in the offense at some point."
The victory came three days after the Pistons scored a riveting overtime win over the Los Angeles Lakers, who were on a 16-2 overtime streak before the loss. They can extend the win streak to three tonight against Toronto before beginning a five-game western swing.
"When you look at where we started, and how we started, we're making some progress," Pistons coach Lawrence Frank said.
Maxiell made his first seven shots, finished 9 of 11 from the floor, and none of his points was bigger than his last two, a rebound dunk of a Prince miss, after the Hawks had pulled within two, to make it 84-80 with 3:22 left.
"My eyes were closed on the dunk, as usual," Maxiell said, "but it's just about attacking the glass."
The Pistons struggled offensively after that and fell behind 85-84 when Jeff Teague stole Greg Monroe's post dribble and drove all the way for a layup with 36.6 seconds left.
After Prince put the Pistons ahead, the Hawks had one final shot, but Joe Johnson missed from the left baseline. The rebound squirted to Josh Smith, who made an 18-footer from the right wing, but it was ruled too late. An official review confirmed it.
The Hawks made their first nine field-goal attempts during a first half which ended 50-41 after 13 Pistons turnovers.
The Pistons held the Hawks to 12 third-quarter points, and 2-of-15 shooting from the field, to take a 67-62 lead entering the fourth.
They extended that lead to as many as 12 points before the Hawks charged back to take the lead with a half-minute left.
Earlier in the season, the Pistons had difficulty closing close games.
"The difference now is we're a team that, when we get down, we fight to get back in it," Prince said. "Usually, when teams hit us first, we would have a hard time getting back into it. But luckily, they hit us very early in the game and we were able to respond."
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When I can, as I can, I work on my Spanish. This involves watching telenovelas (like soap operas but with shorter runs); news and interview shows on Univision, reading back issues of People en Español given me by my Puerto Rican sister-in-law; chatting with Hispanic acquaintances (and making lots of embarrassing mistakes); and reading Spanish-language books with a dictionary close at hand. This latter practice, though slow and sometimes exasperating (meaning, as in any language, is not always literal), has proven by far the best at building and cementing vocabulary and comprehension.
Most recently I completed a moving memoir recommended by my sister-in-law, "Cuando Era Puertorriqueña" (Vintage, paper, $14.95) by Esmeralda Santiago. This book is somewhat unusual in that Santiago first wrote and published it in English ("When I was Puerto Rican," 1993). Santiago immigrated to the United States as an adolescent, was educated at Harvard, married an American who speaks no Spanish, and now works as a writer and activist. Given the early success of the English-language version and the story's resonance for both immigrants and Latin Americans in general, Santiago's publisher logically approached her about translating it into her native tongue.
But what must have at first seemed a relatively simple task quickly proved more daunting. As Santiago writes in her "Cuando Era Puertorriqueña" introduction, "I never imagined that the process would make me confront how much Spanish I had forgotten" (excerpts are my own translations). As she discovered with something of a shock, the Spanish she uses as an adult is in reality a corrupted Spanglish, which works fine in her North American context, but is vastly different from the rural Puerto Rican speech of her childhood (I dare say that even native Spanish speakers from, say, Columbia or Mexico would have to look up some of the same words I did to understand their Puerto Rican meaning). In order to successfully and accurately translate her memoir into Spanish, Santiago explains, she had to simultaneously think in what amounted to three languages before she could put down anything — "the Spanish of my childhood, the English of my adulthood, and the Spanglish that crosses from one world to the other like we crossed from our Puerto Rican barrio to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn." Relearning the idiom of her formative years proved salutatory, however, allowing her to more fully embrace her dual identity.
Santiago was born in 1948 and grew up poor, living in a metal shack with her parents and seven siblings. Dirt, mud, stone, livestock, drumming rain, hills, palms, guavas, buses belching exhaust, and an inconstant father are just a few elements of this vivid story of young Esmeralda growing into her own being. Her mother was a close and mostly loving presence, whose frustrations eventually led to their emigration. To say that there were few modern conveniences in their little abode would be an understatement. In most respects, life was similar to that in the rural South during the 1930s. Chickens and hogs were killed, prepped and cooked on site; reliable electricity and hot-and-cold running water were, at best, dreams; and bathrooms were outside. To read this memoir is to come to a profound appreciation for just how difficult many immigrants have had it.
New York, by contrast, was a world apart, but fortunately Esmeralda had family there who had already become somewhat settled and could help ease the transition. Even though the Puerto Rican community was quite large, Esmeralda found it less rooted than at home and was irritated that she couldn't wander as freely. Like most children, however, she quickly adapted and set about learning English, becoming proficient enough that she was soon translating for her elders. Those Americans who decry immigrants failing to learn English should be aware that their children and grandchildren quickly do, to the extent that often the youngsters cannot speak with their own grandparents in the mother language.
Whether read in English or Spanish, Esmeralda's warm memoir is a hymn to the determination and hard work that it takes to persevere and come to this country in the first place, not to mention successfully making a life once off the plane or boat. More than that, it is a valuable record of one childhood in very distinctive circumstances, the recollection of which surprised even the woman who lived it first, then wrestled with its vocabulary before writing about it in two languages.
John Sledge edits the Press-Register's Books page. He may be reached at the Press-Register, P.O. Box 2488, Mobile, AL 36652.


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A 36-year-old Carlisle Road man was taken into custody early Sunday afternoon following a four-hour standoff in the age-restricted Silver Ridge community in Berkley, police said, according to a report in the Asbury Park Press.
The report said the standoff started after a 911 call about 8:45 a.m. Sunday from a woman who said she escaped from the home with a 14-year-old girl after the woman had been assaulted by Darin Gordin of Carlisle Road, township police Detective James J. Smith said. Police said Gordin assaulted the victim during the night, then held her against her will.


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Costa Calma Holidays
If you're thinking of trying Fuerteventura but are unfamiliar with all its delights, then a holiday in Costa Calma will certainly introduce them to you. Known as the Calm Coast, the town lies on the southern part of the island and is known the world over for providing great holiday activities along with plenty of peace and relaxation. If you're looking for a family break in a safe and pleasant Canary Island town, then a cheap Costa Calma holiday is definitely the place for you!
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Costa Calma Weather
If you're thinking of a cheap holiday then rest assured that Fuerteventura enjoys fabulous Mediterranean climates of around 30° in the peak months of July and August. During this time it also receives north-westerly winds, providing a cooling breeze as you relax on the beach. In the autumnal months, the weather stays very pleasant, peaking at around 23° Celsius, providing a warm and sunny break from October to February.
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Costa Calma holidays are great for anyone who enjoys the beauty of an unspoilt landscape. The town's most splendid quality is its beach, which is cleaned daily, and offers spectacular sunset views. The town in general though is a highly pleasing view, with grand trees lining the streets, and large pockets of greenery scattered throughout the elegant and quaint homes of the villagers.
Costa Calma was originally built around a small village called Canada Del Rio, and began its development as a popular tourist resort in the 1970s when the first hotel was built, which has since seen it grow and grow in the wonderful resort it is today.
As a typical traditional Spanish island, Fuerteventura enjoys a bustling calendar of cultural events and celebrations. Costa Calma's Sunday market is a hugely attractive spectacle, with enough crafts and foods to keep you browsing all day. If you're visiting in February, a visit to the capital town of Puerto del Rosario is in order as that's when they hold their fabulous Carnival celebrations. You may also want to visit the town of Corralejo, which will provide you with ferry visits to the volcanic island of Lobos, and even Lanzarote!
A holiday in Costa Calma is certainly a good choice for those who like their holidays to be serene and peaceful. The town's beaches are highly regarded and perfect for a day of lounging, with fine white sands and crystal clear blue waters. If you feel like exerting yourself a little, there are windsurfing and fishing opportunities too. The town has a thriving Sunday market selling food and crafts, and also well worth a visit is the National Park near the Jandia Peninsula, which is home to all kinds of exotic flora and wildlife, and will make an excellent location for a picnic. Because Fuerteventura is relatively small, other towns are also easily reachable, and well worth visiting.
The Canaries have long enjoyed a reputation for being a top clubbing destination for young people, but Fuerteventura is an exception to this, as its towns are very traditional and quiet. In this respect it is much more family-orientated, though it still of course provides a hugely entertaining night out. Your hotel in Costa Calma will offer you a fine night of viewing, while the town's many excellent bars and restaurants are hospitable, friendly and provide exceptional meals and drinks.
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Perth Amboy police believe a lone gunman committed two robberies in less than 30 minutes, taking cash from three victims outside two ATMs about two miles apart, authorities said today.
At 10:20 p.m. Wednesday, a 40-year-old city man was sitting in his car at a ATM at the Bank of America on Convery Boulevard and a man in a black clothing and baseball cap approached, pointed a revolver at the victim and said "Give me your money," Deputy Chief E.J. McDonald said.
After taking an undisclosed amount of cash, the bandit fled north on Convery Boulevard.
At 10:45 a.m., two men, ages 36 and 25, were standing at an ATM at the Pinnacel Federal Credit Union on Front Street when a man fitting the same description as the robber approached the men, pulled out a revolver and demanded money, McDonald said.
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A version of this post appears on the CSIS Asia policy blog, Cogitasia.
Is Canberra about to revolutionise its military to confront Beijing, alone if need be? You would be forgiven for thinking so, if you had read Australia's Strategic Edge in 2030, the startling new report from prominent defence analyst Ross Babbage.
The reality is more complex. Yes, the rise of China is markedly altering Australia's security outlook and the shape of its future defence force. But this change is not as fundamental or as single-minded as certain dramatic newspaper articles and blog posts would suggest.
Babbage's report implies that China's growing military power could one day pose a direct threat to Australia's national security, even to its democratic way of life, and that therefore Canberra needs a complete defence policy overhaul.
It also leaves the impression that senior Australian security bureaucrats are comfortable with the thrust of its recommendations. Yet former Defence Deputy Secretary Paul Dibb and others have disputed this, and no representative of the Australian Government is on record as having endorsed the report's radical conclusions.
In recent decades Australia has developed a balanced, if overstretched, military, intended to adapt to diverse contingencies. Professor Babbage calls for much of this to be jettisoned in place of rugged attack capabilities designed somehow to cripple China, were this authoritarian great power ever to use its military to coerce Australia.
This is extraordinary stuff, much of it outside the boundaries of normal Australian strategic debate. Australia, the paper argues, should seriously consider a range of drastic options. These include to:
To be fair, some of Babbage's other proposals — such as increased US access to Australian bases, or Australian involvement in US-Japanese ballistic missile defences — are consonant with the way Canberra already seems to be moving.
In general, Canberra's security community has — rightly — become more focused on the way China is changing Asia's power balance, and what Australia and other US allies and partners can realistically do to cope with this changing situation. The 2009 Defense White Paper, driven by former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd, planned for a substantial and costly expansion of Australia's strategic weight against regional uncertainty, though it looks relatively low-key and affordable alongside Babbage's new maximalist wish-list.
It would be a mistake to conclude that Professor Babbage's report either represents Australian policy or the way that policy is likely to develop, at least in the near term. Professor Babbage led the external advisory panel for the 2009 White Paper, has considerable government experience, and was recently honoured, deservedly, for his long contribution to Australian strategic debate and education. But it is important that readers, domestic and foreign, appreciate that his report is the work of an independent scholar and policy entrepreneur, published by the non-government Kokoda Foundation.
Does it speak, instead, for the people? The paper asserts that Australian opinion could readily be persuaded to support something like the huge, currently uncosted upgrade of firepower it advocates. This remains untested.
It is true that Australians have traditionally been anxious about their unique strategic environment, and have at times accepted defense budgets considerably higher than the current 1.9% of GDP. And the 2010 Lowy Opinion Poll showed a rise in fears of Chinese military might, with 46% of respondents saying it was likely China would become a military threat to Australia in the next 20 years, up five points since 2009. (Mind you, the poll also shows that most Australians feel about the same slight warmth towards China as they feel towards Russia, India and Indonesia.)
But are we ready to pay? Australian tax dollars are set to come under increasing strain from a growing welfare burden as the population ages and infrastructure degrades, and nobody yet knows what the future policy trade-off between, say, submarines, hospitals and a national broadband network will look like. Moreover, in the wake of devastating floods and bushfires, and with a government fixated on an 'all-hazards' approach to national security, the prospects of a defence budget boost devoted exclusively to high-end warfighting remain distant.
Still, perceptions matter, and any false impression that the Babbage paper equals policy will have ripples in the region. If part of the strategy for dealing with a rising China is to try to minimise the paranoia in the policy debates within China, then provocative public proposals for capabilities to sow civil strife and figuratively behead Beijing's leadership could have precisely the wrong effect.
Admittedly, the Babbage paper also acknowledges, even advocates, the need for diplomacy, engagement and a stance of not seeking to confront China. But these elements of the proposed strategy hardly seem to mesh with others.
The Babbage report also rightly notes that a strategy to deal with rising Chinese power and assertiveness should involve security and diplomatic cooperation with multiple regional countries, from Japan to India to South Korea to Indonesia, not to mention Vietnam. After all, these states have every reason — indeed, perhaps more reason than Australia — to be troubled by China's strength.
It follows that, in almost any conceivable scenario in which Canberra found its and Beijing's security interests at odds, Australia would hardly be alone, even if for no other reason than the deep reliance of Japan and India on Australian resource exports.
At the same time, we cannot ignore the fact that Australian acquisition of 'game-changing' offensive weapons could have all sorts of unintended side-effects, not least in the way Indonesia might see things.
None of this is to say that Australia cannot or should not do more to support the US and other partners in the region as they seek to balance China's military modernisation. Babbage rightly poses the question of how Australia should plug into the Pentagon's concept of AirSea Battle (though I have difficulty with Babbage's assumption — shared by others — that conflicts would not escalate to the nuclear level and might drag on, World War Two-style, for years).
The question of how to prevent China from becoming destabilisingly dominant in Asia, without generating fresh instability, remains devilishly difficult. Of course, doing nothing is not an option (I emphasise this because page 58 of Babbage's paper mis-attributes to me the suggestion that Australia would be best off 'standing aloof' from a US-China conflict, a point that is made nowhere in my cited publication). And it is not impossible that some great future crisis might yet prompt Australia to put military priorities first.
Ross Babbage has at one level done his country a favour by confronting policymakers with a limited menu of unpalatable choices. Some of the ideas — for instance, nuclear propulsion for submarines, enhanced US access and logistics arrangements, and Australian cyber and space efforts — deserve a closer look. But Australia's Strategic Edge 2030 should be read as provocation, rather than policy.
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Nike's Elite socks have been cool kid garb for a minute now, with the padded cotton pairs being a way to set yourself apart from the crowd a bit. Things really got serious last month though when, amidst the 'Galaxy' frenzy, this tie-in pair popped up as a killer consolation prize and quite the hot ticket item on the secondary market. For the time being Nike Basketball is apparently continuing down the road of Elite socks to go with specific sneakers, as the Nike Zoom Kobe VII 'Poison Dart Frog' and the Nike LeBron 9 'Summit Lake Hornets' are both shown here with accompanying pairs (not to mention some slick customized AW77 hoodies as well). Click through for the full photos and let us know: would you cop a set to go with your sneakers or is that overkill?
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Damn 70 bucks for a pair of socks. Just plain stupid for tha people buying that.
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Cool artsy photos but I was rather hoping to actually see what the socks look like.
Now if they would just start making more than one shirt to match the shoes we could all be happy. At least its a start though.
The Lebron socks are overkill, but the Kobe socks aren't
i think im da only 1 dat likes da kobes.. their jus real alien like & shit... and da color scheme is real smooth... so coppin both kobe & lbj summit lakes tomor mornin
all this shit is over kill
Your finnaly getting it NIke ! Making matching socks !!! Boom!
Only want the poison frog socks.
i get the socks by themselves
Stretch pants are next lol
@ Shamari: I agree, the socks are just a-tad too much. But, granted it's simplicity in terms of design, the hoodies can be a great cop along with their respective footwear...
i WOULD GET THE HOODIE BUT I MIGHT PASS FOR FEAR OF GETTING SHOT #WhereIsTheJustice
i would get the socks and not the shoes
I would only get the hood the socks is a over kill
beautiful i love both but ima kobe fannnnnnnnnn
Here's an idea..next I'm gonna customize my underwear to match my socks which in turn will match my shoes..this way if I ever actually get some tail wearin these socks the chick will see my custom undies..seriously stop with the custom bs please and just stick to shoes smh..
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I love decorating with candy and fruit. I think it makes the holidays a little more fun! Now that Baby Girl is almost 5(~sniff~), it makes it easier to have it out all the time because she knows when she can have some :) I found these little pumpkins at a thrift store in a pack of 4 for $0.50, so I snatched them up.
One with tootsie pops
One with pixie sticks
I have a couple more to surprise the kids with between now and Halloween. They love seeing the candy pop up around the house :)
And of course for Christmas, we have candy canes everywhere!
What's your favorite way to decorate with candy?
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SAGINAW, MI — Firefighters responded to a house fire at 1503 Monroe overnight Saturday, March 29, that a Saginaw Fire Department official says may have been caused by a space heater.
Acting battalion chief Tom Raines said the call came in about 11:52 p.m. Saturday, and officials were at the scene for about 45 minutes.
"It looks like it's possible that a space heater (was) located too close to a couch," he said.
No one was home at the time, Raines said. No injuries were reported as a result of the fire.
— Heather Jordan covers business for MLive/The Saginaw News/The Bay City Times. She can be reached at 989-450-2652 or firstname.lastname@example.com. For more business news, follow her on Twitter and Facebook.


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Episode: May 18, season finale "The Gun Song; Free"
I admit it, I am a "desperate husband." I won't let my fear of being ostracized prevent me from enjoying a firecracker of a show like this.
Season four's finale epitomizes everything that is right with this show. Its mysteries are mysterious, and its humor is humorous. "Desperate Housewives" is also crawling with plot and character development.
Sunday's finale did what a finale is supposed to do, give you a big payoff, and leave you with a new plot by way of cliff-hanger. Most series regulars were in attendance, notably tying up those loose ends in their stories. That almost made up for the conspicuously missing Edie, although she had her moment in the spotlight during last season's finale.
"Desperate Housewives" is not afraid to add new characters and let them carry their weight, incorporating them seamlessly into the show. Season newcomer Katherine, played with poised fierceness by Dana Delaney, took center stage and gave up the secret recipe of her past to Bree, while her enraged ex waved a gun tirelessly in front of them.
I read gossip about the show diving either five years into the past, or future, and it looks like the future won. The final scene had me confused and worried (it's a doozy,) but I have decided to keep trusting the writers.
Often "Desperate Housewives" would zig when I thought they should zag, but I am always rewarded with a bigger and better payoff. The writers were always five steps ahead of me. This time I think they are five years ahead of me.


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As the seasons change, we must remember our four-legged friends have needs too. Yes, our furry companions who live only to love and be loved might need to prepare for the heat with a haircut or the drizzle with a raincoat. And to ensure those needs are met locally, we have six indie options for you to stock up on all your pets' needs—and probably a few treats too—without having to step into the big box alternative.
NoPo Paws
Not by coincidence, NoPo Paws opened on Earth Day 2011 and has been providing the Overlook neighborhood with environmentally friendly pet products ever since. Combining her experience working for small businesses, volunteering at the Oregon Humane Society, and being a dog owner, Sarah Fuller opened NoPo Paws to, as she says, "impact the lives of pets in a positive way." With an assortment of natural, holistic and organic pet food, as well as toys and accessories, your dogs and cats will be well taken care of here. What's more, Fuller donates 10 percent of her proceeds to nonprofit organizations and hosts regular events to further the cause of good animal care.
NoPo Paws, 2148 N Killingsworth St., 503.477.8381
Green Dog Pet Supply
Being green isn't just for humans; we can share our sustainable ways with our furry friends too. And that's what Green Dog Pet Supply aims to do with its core value of providing "environmentally friendly pet supplies and gifts for dogs, cats, and their people." Going even further, owners Mike and Christine Mallar created their Beaumont store with mostly reclaimed materials and have no problem discontinuing brands that don't meet their standard for safe and healthy ingredients. With their focus on good customer service, the quality of the ingredients in the pet food they sell is of paramount importance, so it's no wonder they were named Spot Magazine's best Holistic Wellness Merchant in 2012.
Green Dog Pet Supply, 4327 NE Fremont St., 503.528.1800
Family Pet
Family Pet is no newcomer to the pet supply market—it's been serving Portlanders for 20 years. Located in the Hazelwood neighborhood, Family Pet seeks to price all of its products competitively so the needs of your pet can be met affordably. And there is no shortage of pets or supplies for all types of animals. As its website states, "You will find all the necessities for the furry, scaly, wet, or flying members of your family."
Family Pet, 11916 NE Halsey St., 503.254.5490
Lexi Dog Boutique & Social Club
Pearl District, South Portland
Some make no excuses for spoiling their dogs, and Lexi Dog has no qualms with helping you achieve that goal. "Every dog deserves to be spoiled," states its website. And to that effect, Lexi Dog wants to make it easy for you. From boarding, grooming and playgroups, to birthday parties and adoption services, Lexi Dog makes it easy for pups to beautify and socialize. And with a boutique selling everything from toys to rainwear and quality food, your four-legged friend will thank you for shopping at Lexi Dog.
Lexi Dog Boutique & Social Club: Pearl District, 416 NW 10th Ave., 503.243.6200; South Portland: 6100 SW Macadam, 503.245.4363
Tré Bone
Hillsdale, St. Johns
Carol Ellis is confident her customers will save more money shopping at Tré Bone than they would at a big box competitor. "We get to know our customers... get to know their needs," she says. And in doing so, Tré Bone can address the health and behavioral needs of the dogs and cats it serves, which ultimately leads to healthier pets and less visits to the vet. Tré Bone is "one of the only corn- and wheat-free pet stores in Portland," Ellis says, and it strives to make the smallest ecological footprint possible, which is also evident in its selection of locally made leashes, collars, treats, and beds.
Tré Bone: Hillsdale, 6325 SW Capitol Highway, 503.265.8060; St. Johns: 8236 N Lombard, 971.255.0772
Sellwood Dog Supply & Cat Annex
Stemming from a retail business selling dog coats, Sellwood Dog Supply has evolved over the years. With its Gold Paw coats still available for order, Sellwood Dog Supply has expanded to include all the toys, treats and food your dog needs. And with the recently opened Cat Annex, the feline variety need be no stranger. Although specializing in dog and cat supplies, Sellwood Dog Supply also provides training, grooming and adoption services through its partnerships with other organizations. It also works with a nutritionist and hosts regular in-store events, so this one-stop shop has all your pets' needs covered.
Sellwood Dog Supply & Cat Annex, 8334 SE 17th Ave., 503.239.1517
Check out all your indie options for pet supplies in The Localist, Portland's locally owned business directory.
As Portlanders, we are fortunate to have local options for the food we eat, the clothes we wear, and the amenities we enjoy. Our pets don't have that choice, but you can make it for them. Where do you shop for your pet that supports the local economy?


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Ron Paul hints at post-Washington plans, community college cuts hours and blames Obamacare, and two campus legal victories
A fertile field: Congressman Ron Paul (R-Texas) evidently plans to head back to college when he leaves Washington at the end of the year. Paul, who unsuccessfully sought the GOP nomination for president in the spring, did not seek re-election to the house seat he's held since 1997. But he's far from done with politics. Although he hasn't been specific about his plans, Paul appears ready to continue preaching his limited-government message to college students. In a recent interview with The Hill, he said college is "where the action is."
During the primaries, Paul drew some of his biggest crowds on college campuses, where more liberal politicians typically hold sway. But Paul says students are eager to embrace the Libertarian ideals he has advocated since before they were born: "The young people don't like the debt they are inheriting, the violation of their civil liberties. They don't like the war, and it's a fertile field. The people up here sort of ignore them," he told The Hill. Paul gave what likely will be his last address before the House of Representatives last week, an hour-long speech that touched on some of this favorite themes: less government and lower taxes.
Unintended consequences: The president of a community college in Pennsylvania announced this week he would cut hours for 400 temporary workers, including 200 adjunct faculty members, to avoid having to pay for their health insurance. President Alex Johnson told the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette that budget cuts made it impossible for Community College of Allegheny County to take on the added expense. Obamacare opponents warned the healthcare legislation, which requires employers to provide health insurance for employees working more than 30 hours a week, would lead to layoffs and reduced hours, a consequence supporters brushed aside. Last week, a business owner who supported President Barack Obama's re-election to the tune of $2 million, announced he would cut 1,000 jobs from his company's 20,000 workforce. Grocery store chain Kroger also announced it would restrict part-time employees to 28 hours a week.
Legal victories: Alliance Defending Freedom announced victories last week in two cases we reported on earlier this year. In Florida, state officials agreed to give students at Kissimmee's Florida Christian College access to a state grant fund previously closed to them. FCC students previously did not qualify for the state's Florida Resident Access Grant program - which provides up to $2,000 per year to students at private colleges - because state education officials ruled the school did not serve a "secular purpose." But after ADF filed suit on the school's behalf in March, state officials decided they couldn't exclude FCC students from the grant program simply because they thought the school was too religious.
In another case out of Texas, conservative students at Texas A&M University in College Station successfully persuaded administrators to stop withholding student fee funding from political and religious groups. In December 2011, school officials denied a request for funding from the Texas Aggie Conservatives, which wanted to bring black social conservative Star Parker to campus. Administrators said only clubs not formed for political, religious or social purposes could qualify for the money. But in its suit challenging the policy, ADF lawyers noted administrators applied the policy inconsistently, granting funding requests from the NAACP, the Muslim Student Association and the Black Student Alliance. Rather than take the case to court, school officials agreed to change the policy to allow all student groups to apply for funding.


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Journal of Social Policy, vol. 32, 2003, p.607-621
In terms of current labour market policy, the individual's employability is defined in terms of their ability to sustain work by adapting to more flexible patterns of employment and lifelong learning. Article presents the results of qualitative research with young people not in work, education or training which examined the extent to which these concepts of adaptability and self-management were reflected in their attitudes and job seeking activity. Findings indicate generally negative attitudes to working outside a traditional ideal of standard, permanent employment and also towards improving prospects by updating skills. Reasons included a disinclination to enter training or temporary work due to short-term risks to benefit status, but more significant concerns reflected the increasing "churning" of low-skilled youth between work and welfare.
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Working Brief, issue 149, 2003, p.13-15
Reports results of an investigation of the capacity of voluntary sector organisations in the City Fringe area of London to offer work experience and other programmes to improve the employability of local people. Found significant weaknesses in voluntary organisations' ability to work in partnership and co-operate with employers, in their management structures, and in their handling of diversity issues.


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Safe House
- Directed by Eric Steven Stahl
===Story=== This unusual film begins deceptively, seeming to be yet another high-tech spy flick laden with futuristic weaponry, computers running top-secret software (with the requisite flashy graphics), and the talented actor Patrick Stewart slumming at the center of a nonsensical mishmash. Stewart's presence itself is something of a tip-off, but when his character is soon glimpsed hanging upside down from an exercise device, watching a wall of security cam monitors while quoting H.L. Mencken, it's apparent that this isn't just another action film with an outsized firearms budget. In fact, nothing much seems to be what it appears. Mace Sowell, Stewart's character, claims to be a retired intelligence agent, but his daughter, who doesn't believe a word of it, trots him around to a succession of skeptical shrinks. And while his daughter interviews potential caretakers for her apparently deranged father, Sowell is viewed through the patio doors of his lavish house taking rather acrobatic target practice in the back yard. There is the plot of a thriller in all of this, but make no mistake about it, the most entertaining aspect of this quirky film is watching Stewart have a wonderful time playing an endearing curmudgeon who might be the craziest man alive, or perhaps a totally rational man who really does know some secrets that put himself and others in danger. ''--Robert J. McNamara''
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- Director: Eric Steven Stahl
- Producer: Showtime
- Length: 112 min
- Aspect ratio: 1.85:1
Theatrical Release North America Jan 24, 1999 Europe Oct 15, 1998
Ratings North America R Europe 15
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Baderin, Mashood A. (2005) Islam and Human Rights in the Muslim World: A Reflection on Approaches. In: International Conference on Reframing Islam: Politics into Law, 10-11 September, 2005., Irish Centre for Human Rights, National University of Ireland, Galway, Republic of Ireland.. (Unpublished)
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