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Too often, when luxury carmakers introduce a less expensive, next-step-down version in a series, there can be cause for disappointment depending on whether corners were cut or quality of craftsmanship and materials were sacrificed. Dumbing down is marketing brilliance, of course, when it succeeds in getting people who otherwise couldn't afford a particular luxury car to now rethink their automotive consumer choices. With a lower price point, the less-costly but typically less-quality cousin in the luxury series becomes the new entry-level model that has the potential to woo car buyers.
Fortunately, that didn't happen with the new 2011 Infiniti G25. If anything, this extraordinarily well-rounded four-door sedan's chief competition is itself — or, more precisely, its slightly more expensive sibling, the ballyhooed G37, and BMW's wildly successful 328i.
Favorable comparisons like this right out of the gate bode well for a vehicle that seemed, well, almost flawless following a week of test-driving it under all manner of road conditions.
Can the G25 be that good?
So good in fact that if we didn't have the G37 to compare it to, you might swear the G25 is nearly perfect.
Problem is we do have the G37.
Gearbox Gladiator
Far from being a sell-out or a G37-lite, the rear-wheel-drive G25 quickly establishes itself as a stand-alone luxury midsize sedan whose solid handling and road heft is (almost) reminiscent of its same-class European counterparts. On a drive to Baton Rouge the car clearly demonstrated tight steering and independent front and rear suspension designed for comfort (though you can turn off the traction control for a sportier ride). Cabin noise was kept to more than a passable minimum. Equally important is that on highways the transmission was no wimp — slap it into third gear and the revs quickly reach 7,000 rpms, providing some thrilling acceleration and ample proof you're not driving your little brother's junkyard jalopy.
Elsewhere, a seven-speed automatic transmission (powered by a 2.5-liter V-6 that pumps out 218 horses and 187 pound-feet of torque), while no match for the G37's athletic 3.7-liter powerplant (with 330/270 horsepower and pound-feet of torque, respectively), nonetheless provides one zippy ride around town, especially when using the clutchless manual mode that screams to play Gearbox Gladiator.
The engine note is so sweet and polite that you really have to torture the horses under the hood to produce a decent growl, but chalk it up to Infiniti's lesson from Europe on how to create crisp and tight as opposed to show-offish powertrains.
"I like the color," my traveling companion said.
With a base MSRP of $31,825 (my loaded Journey trim level tester cost $34,225), color it seems should be the least of anyone's worries. But Infiniti's palate-savvy designers crafted a duo-tone dark-beige-and-sand combination that looks elegant enough to belong in a car costing twice as much. Some designers have a seemingly unbreakable habit of using — nay, overusing — shiny alloy trim to ruin otherwise pleasant cabin interiors. But the folks at Infiniti used a beautifully burnished alloy as a trim in between the beige upper dash and lower sand-colored console in such a way that it pulls together all three colors superbly. This kind of attention to subtlety and nuance rarely goes unnoticed. All the more so in an automobile of this class and price segment, where it's not entirely uncommon to find a color palate borrowed from a Hello Kitty lunchbox.
'Subversive choice'
While the new entry-level G25 is undeniably an econo-version of the G37, this isn't to say my Journey trim level tester didn't come to the table packing some serious standards like foglights, LED tail lights, 17-inch wheels, a chrome front grille, zero-lift front aerodynamics, leather-appointed seats and an eight-way power/heated driver's seat. Other perks included dual-zone climate control, rear-seat climate control vents, a six-speaker AM/FM/CD audio system with satellite radio, USB connection, rearview monitor and seven-inch color display. Infiniti even tossed in a tilt-telescoping, leather-wrapped steering wheel, analog clock, vehicle dynamic control and traction control systems.
The leather used at the base of the shifter knob feels as soft as calf's skin driving gloves. There's even a pull-down backseat armrest with a pair of cupholders.
Oddly, though, there's no navigation system available even as an option. Why? Because Infiniti wants you to upgrade to the beefier G37, which costs about $4,000 more than the G25 and does offer a navigation system. Is it worth the upgrade? For people like myself who make a living driving other people's dream cars fast and loose and spending their money just as easily, the answer is a resounding … maybe.
Sure the powerplant in the G37 coupe I tested last year opened my eyes to the fact Infiniti had created a car almost as fun to drive as a Porsche but for one-half to one-third the sticker shock.
No, it may not have the same prestige as one of my favorite German sports cars, but that didn't stop me from spending a week taking it through its paces and never failing to be impressed with what it could do.
That said, if power performance is not at the top of your must-have list and you'd rather I not spend an extra $4,100 of your money, the G25 without question offers a little bit of everything that helps make it a terrific highway and around-town luxury car whose appeal seems destined to reach far beyond (in the snarky words of one respected auto zine) the "well-heeled secretary set."
Some have referred to the G25 as "the smart, subversive choice" in the same way those in the know nod with understanding when someone passes up Mercedes, BMW and Jaguar and opts instead for an Audi. There is no skirting the fact the G25 delivers an immensely satisfying, smooth and peppy drive and at the right price.
Plus there is little room to squabble that Infiniti's G series since day-one has given consumers a car they can be proud of. No matter the engine size.


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With the number of Android users growing daily, the Android OS-powered devices are becoming dime-a-dozen, ranging from your extremely affordable smartphones and tables, to the high-end flagships of the most recognizable brands in the market. But the more we get acquainted with the latest Jelly Bean Android operating system, the more we crave and desire from our devices. Aside from being used as a business phone, the Android smartphone is also used as a gaming device – many consumers are using their Android devices as an alternative to handheld systems like the Nintendo DS and PlayStation Vita. But the touch interface of the typical Android "gaming" phone or table is somewhat limiting to an average gamer, as these devices tend to lack the mobility offered by a physical controller with a joystick, and an emphatic, interactive experience delivered by mashing different control buttons.
This handheld gaming experience is what the Nvidia Shield brings to Android: it literally gives you something rigid to grasp, similarly to the controllers of full-fledged gaming consoles, all while retaining the ease and convenience of a mobile gaming OS. But before you rush to your car and speed to the nearest electronics store, there are important bits of information you need to know about the Nvidia Shield before you part ways with your hard-earned cash.
Android Mobile Gaming – No More, No Less
If you're new to the Android gaming scene, it's best to get acquainted with the system before choosing the Shield as an entertainment option. Try and see for yourself all that the Google Play store has to offer in terms of mobile games, and see if the options are in line with your current gaming habits. While there is a boatload of games available through Google, not everything is truly worth your time and money – just like any smartphone and the applications available for it. Some games are repetitive, while others are knockoffs of other successful titles. A great place to start is to take some time and skim through the "Editor's Choice" along with the top apps that other users are downloading. Another avenue you should implore is to do some online research for the top Android games of the year. Though, it should be noted that many of these games are streamlined for mobile use, so the graphics and control won't be the same as the ones you currently play on a traditional gaming console.
Can't Find the Right Games? Emulate!
One way to circumvent the lack of "quality" game sis to download emulators and run games from older consoles on the Nvidia Shield. This method is done by Android gamers to make the most out of their devices, especially if they've exhausted all of their Google Play store options. Others may contest that the ability to emulate old console games shouldn't be considered a plus for the Shield, but it is undoubtedly a great way to add more value to the $299 gaming device.
Handheld Gaming with a High-End Price
Yep, you read that right: the Nvidia Shield costs $299 – a significant price increase over the handheld PS Vita and Nintendo 3DS XL, both priced at $199. And even when they are cheaper, it could be argued that these two are the top choices in the handheld gaming community, and industry Android devices have yet to dominate. So with that premium price point, it's difficult to convince gamers to switch from their old portable devices to the Shield. And that's before you even get into the number of quality games available for both devices. These aren't your typical pixelated, side-scrolling hack-and-slash style of games. Some of these titles are HD, open world RPGs and FPS games that are right on par with their console counterparts. Each of these devices carries exclusive titles, but they also offer thousands of games from third-party developers.
You've Been Warned
You may not be sold on the Nvidia Shield, not only because of its price, but also because of the better options available on the market. But the Shield, on its own, is a quality gaming device. It comes packed with the zippy NVIDIA Tegra, 1.9 GHz quad-core Cortex-A15, and 2 GB of RAM. These are high-end specs by traditional Android standards, capable of running even the most resource-demanding Android titles. The Shield also allows you to stream PC games, provided you have a GeForce GTX 650 or higher GPU on your computer. So, if you want to play Skyrim without being bunkered down at your desk, the Nvidia Shield is the best way to do it.
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RTÉ Sport has a double-bill of English Premier League soccer this weekend.
Premier Soccer Saturday, beginning at the earlier time of 7.45pm, features Arsenal, Liverpool and Newcastle.
Arsenal will be hoping to bounce back from the disappointment of losing at Old Trafford when they host Stoke at The Emirates.
Alan Pardew made a fantastic start to his career as manager of Newcastle as they beat Liverpool at home but can he follow that result with another victory? Newcastle travel to Birmingham this Saturday.
Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson insists he is not feeling the pressure at Anfield but his team need a win after the poor showing at St James' Park. Hodgson's old team Fulham have struggled since he left in the summer and new manager Mark Hughes needs something from the trip to Anfield after an indifferent run of form.
West Ham manager Avram Grant is under intense pressure to keep his job. It is believed he needs to win one of his next three games if he is to remain in charge at Upton Park. The first of those matches is a trip to manager less Blackburn.
I'll be joined by Kenny Cunningham and Ray Houghton in the studio.
The match of the weekend is the meeting of Chelsea and Manchester United at Stamford Bridge on Sunday. That game is the centre-piece of Premier Soccer Sunday on RTÉ 2 at 8.00pm.
Chelsea showed serious signs of improvement at Tottenham last weekend but that will be seriously tested by the league leaders who are coming off the back of a confidence-boosting victory over Arsenal.
Also featured on the show is the visit of Tottenham to Blackpool and West Brom versus Wolves from the Hawthorns.
Premier Soccer Sunday presenter Peter Collins is joined by Eamon Dunphy and Ray Houghton.


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Home to Ireland's oldest city, to the breathtaking Comeragh Mountains and The Copper Coast UNESCO Global Geopark, you'll have only one difficulty in Waterford: leaving
Back in 1170, a gentleman by the name of Henry II came sailing up the River Suir in search of the Norman lord, Strongbow. Passing the Hook peninsula to his right, and the tiny village of Crook to his left, he vowed to reach the city "by Hook or by Crook".
Out of such offhand quips, legendary phrases are born.
Touring Waterford's coastline today, you can still see that estuary, that peninsula, and that tiny village. You can also still see the city that Strongbow claimed for the Normans in 1170. Waterford is Ireland's oldest city, founded in 853, and you can predate even Henry II by exploring its three-part Museum of Treasures.
But it's not all ancient history – as stylish stores, lively festivals and the brand new Waterford Crystal Visitor Centre will tell you.
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County Waterford also hosts Ireland's only Michelin Star outside Dublin at The Cliff House Hotel, a seal of approval for a broader gourmet scene taking in everything from artisan breweries to freshly-baked blaas (the county's unique, floury white bread rolls).
Waterford's Copper Coast UNESCO Global Geopark is a seriously gorgeous strip of shoreline. Stretching 16 miles from the Victorian resort of Tramore to leafy Stradbally, this short drive spills over with cliffs, coves, sea stacks and coastal views. In wintertime, you may even see passing whales.
The Copper Coast gets its name from the copper mines that once dotted the area. And historical landmarks crop up as often as hidden coves. Watch out for the Metal Man at Newtown Head, for instance. Perched on a white pillar, the 15-foot sailor was erected by Lloyd's of London to stem the costly flow of ships mistaking Tramore Bay for Waterford Harbor.
In complete contrast, to the north of the county lie the Comeragh Mountains. Wow-moments are aplenty here, courtesy of the Mahon Falls and the glacial lake Coumshingaun. Stashed away near Kilclooney Wood, Coumshingaun is black as the night, and said to be bottomless.
Don't forget west Waterford, either. Ardmore is where you'll find the remains of a 5th century monastic settlement established by St Declan. A striking round tower is the highlight, though you'll find much more – including the saint's hidden retreat – on a 3 mile walk around the nearby cliffs.
Remember Henry II. Get there, by hook or by crook.
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The way the National Retail Federation sees it, many average people get "hooked" by the "addictive qualities" of selling items online. So great is this addiction that when people run out of things to sell, the retailers claim, they start stealing to get more.
Thus eBay and other online auction sites are encouraging, and profiting from, crime, the retailers say.
The idea that online auctions are insidiously turning masses of law-abiding citizens into crooks is about as valid as the belief that getting the car washed creates harmonic vibrations in the atmosphere that produce rain.
Undoubtedly some purloined goods end up getting sold online. And sometimes rain does fall after the car is washed. But whether it's autos or online auctions, it is a mistake to assume one thing automatically leads to another.
Nonetheless, traditional retailers are lobbying for federal legislation that would force internet auction services to become internet inquisitors. The auction sites would have to snoop on sellers to sniff out transactions that might involve stolen goods whenever a retailer asked, even if the retailer merely suspected something about an offer was dicey because of a low price.
This would be an impossible burden. Some 112 million items are for sale at online auctions at any given time. And online auctioneers aren't in the best position to catch thieves. Retailers are. Indeed, some half of all retail theft is committed by store employees.
Impossible regulatory requirements should not be used to force eBay and other auction sites into acting as shadow police, interrogating large numbers of sellers about where and how they obtained items listed for sale.


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There's no need to ever feel left out again at the water cooler conversation. Here's a rundown of the stories currently trending in the world, the country and your backyard.
Not being charged: Authorities in Florida say they will not charge George Zimmerman with assault after his girlfriend recanted charges against the former neighborhood watch captain. Samantha Scheibe said she was felt overwhelmed during the argument with Zimmerman, and intimidated by the police into making charges against Zimmerman. Full story: The Associated Press
Space station troubles: Operations on the International Space Station have been scaled back following the discovery of a leak in the station's cooling system. According to NASA, no one on board the station is in danger. A malfunctioning valve may have caused the problem. A spacewalk to fix the leak is a possibility. Full story: CNN
Festivus, for the rest of us: A Festivus pole, decorated with beer cans, has been erected at the Florida state Capitol. The pole, says Chaz Stevens, is a form of protest over a Nativity scene on display on the grounds there. Festivus, made famous in an episode of the sitcom "Seinfeld," was created in the show to protest the commercialism of the Christmas season. Other cities have also seen Festivus poles popping up. Full story: Fox News
He thinks he's staying: Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron says he thinks coach Nick Saban will stay at the university instead of leaving the school to coach at the University of Texas should the head coaching job there become available. Saban's name has come up as a possible replacement for Texas coach Mack Brown should Brown be fired or resign. McCarron made the comment while he was in Lake Buena Vista Wednesday in advance of Thursday's College Football Awards Show. Full story: The Associated Press
Katrina shooting: A former New Orleans police officer who was sent to jail in 2010 for killing a man in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, was acquitted Wednesday of the manslaughter charge in a retrial and released from jail. David Warren had spent three years in prison on charges he fired a shot from a second-story balcony at a strip mall he was guarding, mortally wounding Henry Glover. Glover was taken to a police compound where he died. His body was burned in a car by another police officer. Full story: The Associated Press
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It looks like today is the day that the NHL will announce that hockey is being move out of Atlanta and relocated to Winnipeg. I believe most of us thought that we would be seeing the original Jets team (the Phoenix Coyotes) come back to it's home instead of the Thrashers being taken. The city of Atlanta has gone through the loss of an NHL team once before when the Atlanta Flames were moved to Calgary in 1980 less than a decade after it's founding in 1972. It took 19 years for Atlanta to get their franchise back and just a mere 12 years later, it's being taken away again.
Condolences to the true Atlanta Thrashers fans who supported their team when no one else did.
Today is also apparently the day that Manitobans and Peggers alike have been looking forward to since 1996 when their franchise was taken from them. Granted, no one saw this playing out as it has but it seems that the people of Winnipeg will be watching NHL hockey front and center sooner rather than later. I have heard from Manitobans since the team left that they wanted their team back. Now this team that is being moved there, It's not their team but it's a team. Here's hoping the city of Winnipeg embraces this new hockey club, whatever team name that they choose to call themselves, and the fans that ultimately will come with them when they move. Cherish this team and come out to support them in full force to prove to the rest of the NHL that a mistake was not made in this move.
Congratulations Winnipeg you have gotten what you wished for.
As a Detroit Red Wings fan, I cannot imagine the pain or longing that both of these cities and their hockey fans have gone through and are continuing to go through. Seeing that the city of Atlanta has gone through this process twice, I would hope that the fans in Winnipeg are sensitive and understanding towards the Thrasher fans. I also hope that the Thrasher fans do not act hostile towards the fans of Winnipeg. Both cities have dealt with the loss of a team in the past and should relate on some level on how the other is feeling. This next season is going to be a season of adjustment and change. Here's hoping it will all work out for the best.
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Sunday, May 29, 2011
Oh no! I've gone cross-eyed!
Vancouver is awarded one point for being a Canadian team and Boston is awarded two points for being an Original Six team.
Vancouver gets one point for having a Swedish Captain while Boston gets zero for lack of Swedish Captain.
Vancouver collects one point for having had current Red Wing Todd Bertuzzi on their roster in years past and Boston collects one point as well for Brad Stuart.
Vancouver collects one point for having former Red Wing Mikael Samuelsson on the roster while Boston gets zip for number of former Red Wings.
The Red Wings are filled with Swedes so the number of Swedes on a roster matters. Vancouver collects five points for their Swede collection while Boston fails to collect a point or Swede.
The Red Wings lost a great American player on their roster so in honor of Rafalski the number of Americans is a factor. Vancouver obtains six points and Boston gets on the board with four.
Seeing that most of us are from Michigan, our fellow Michiganders count too. Boston is awarded four points (two for each Michigander) and Vancouver collects two points for Livonia native Ryan Kesler.
Two extra credit points are awarded to both teams for having former Detroit Vipers players Sami Salo and Tim Thomas on their rosters.
Vancouver is docked three points for Robert Luongo.
Boston is docked three points because Chara scares me.
Vancouver is docked two points for having someone on their roster who's name is too close to Janik.
Boston is docked two points for having an in with the officials... er... I mean... Gregory Campbell on the roster.
Illogical as it may be, Once it all shakes out, It looks like we should be rooting for the Vancouver Canucks to win the 2011 Stanley Cup.
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
No, No, they can't take that away from you
A great American.
A great Michigander.
A great player.
A great man.
Brian Rafalski gave everything he had to the Wings and today announced his retirement. Unlike other players who would have stuck around to collect a paycheck, Brian opted to pursue life away from hockey and walked away from a six million dollar purse. It just goes to show that some players aren't all about the money.
There is so much that I could say about Brian. Instead of rambling on about statistics and silver medals, I'd just like to say:
Thank You Brian Rafalski for everything you did for the Detroit Red Wings, Hockey in Michigan, and USA Hockey.
They say that life begins at retirement. So Brian, Here's to your new life.
Congratulations on your retirement!
Monday, May 23, 2011
Gone before his time
This morning, University of Michigan hospital confirmed that Ian passed away at 7:54AM after fighting all weekend long. It is the most heart-wrenching thing anytime a parent loses a child. I cannot imagine what Ian's parents are going through right now.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Jenkins Family, All of Ian's friends, Classmates, Teammates, Coaches, and anyone who is affected by this tragedy.
Ian Jenkins
Rest In Peace
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Spin Thed Spin!
Sarah, SP, Spin, Spin Thed, wondrous being of light and splendor....j/k ;)
Favorite team?
Oh, there are other teams besides my Red Wings? Weird....
Who is the most underrated player?
Hate me for it or whatever, but the Tuzz has been better for us than anticipated. I dislike all the Tuzzi hate.
Who is the most overrated player?
On our team or from all teams? In the league, I think it's Cindy.
What is your favorite jersey (regardless of if you own it or not)?
Stevie Y.
What is the most important piece of hockey memorabilia you own?
The puck that Steve Yzerman skated the length of the ice to give me. Worth more than gold.
What's one rule you'd like to get rid of and why?
I don't pretend to believe that I know what's best for the league.
What one rule would you add in it's place and why?
See the last question.
Who's creepier- Ovie or Crosby and why?
Have you seen those commercials with Ovie? Yeah, that's what I thought. However, even though Ovie's creepier, Crosby is infinitely more annoying.
Which team has the best logo?
I think I'm a tad biased here.
Who is your favorite all-time player?
Stevie Y.
Who is your favorite player now?
What team do you love to hate?
What player do you love to hate?
Joe doesn't-deserve-to-wear-19 Thornton
What do you think about puck bunnies?
Can of worms: opened. I think they exist, clearly, but I think too many people assume they spot a Puck Bunny based on clothing alone. I disagree. I think the essence of the Puck Bunny has more to do with her intentions than what she's wearing. Then again, at 12, I was convinced I was going to eventually become Mrs. Kozlov. So maybe every young hockey fan has moments of delusion.
What player do you like that's not on your chosen favorite team?
Steven Stamkos
What team surprises you the most this year?
TBL - however, I shouldn't be surprised based on who's at the helm.
What is your favorite hockey memory?
Too many to name. Probably when I saw Stevie lift the Stanley Cup for the first time. Tears!!
Which team has the worst jersey (third jerseys included)?
So many ugly options....but I've always hated the Sharks' jersey. Teal doesn't look good on anyone.
Of the floundering teams which team should pack up and move to a new market?
I hate the thought of moving teams because I can't imagine losing my team, so I will remain neutral on this.
Do you think the NHL will ever let that happen?
See last question.
Do you follow other sports besides hockey or are you a one-sport fan?
Compared to hockey, I find most sports to be extremely boring - so I don't 'follow them.' But I do enjoy going to all live sporting events.
What player from all the other teams that would you love to have on your team?
Do you believe that a fan can cheer for more than one team and still call themselves the biggest (insert team name here) fan?
Eh, it depends. I believe people can root for more than one team, but when it comes down to it, I think they should choose where their alliances lie. But I'm not the fan police, so I don't really care who you're rooting for...the Wings have my heart forever.
Keep it or Get rid it
Ticket Stubs: keep - I'm the biggest packrat known to man so this is a no-brainer.
Kesler Dancing: keep - Whatever would I do to celebrate if we got rid of it? The Kaner shuffle? I think not.
Swedish Style Tailoring: keep
Stephan Walkom: Honestly, I didn't know who he was so I had to look him up. I think our refs need a huge overhauling.
Sergei Fedorov: keep - The Russian Five stole my heart when I was 12. He was one of them.
TimBits at the Joe: keep - om nom nom.
Shoot out: Ughhh...get rid of. I hate that games are determined by this.
Colin Campbell: get rid of.
Tickets to an Atlanta game: keep - Atlanta deserves a team just as much as anyone...and I happen to know a pretty cool fan who adores them. ;)
Gap in a Flippy's teeth: keeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeep. Shed a tear for the Eldest Flippy, who is leaving us. Boo.
Puck Bunnies: keep - I like to be entertained
Wooden Sticks: keep - all about preferences.
Crazy Nicknames for players: keep - I love me some Hobo.
A signed Bertuzzi picture just for you: keep - I've been a Bert fan since he got here...
Biz Nasty on Twitter: keep - my favorite lovable jackass.
Friday, May 13, 2011
No, No, Thank YOU
Thank you to the Ilitch Family for owning and maintaining the greatest franchise in professional sports.
Thank you Ken Holland for being the best general manager in the league.
Thank you to Jim Nill and the scouting staff. You guys bring the best of the best to our team year after year.
Thank you to former players Jiri Fischer, Kirk Maltby, and Chris Chelios for sticking with the organization after your careers were concluded.
Thank you to Mike Babcock. The man who ultimately knows what is best for the team even when we think he might be wrong.
Thank you to the coaching staff. You get the most out of these players night in and night out and we really appreciate it.
Thanks to the team doctors and trainers who keep (or at least try to) the guys healthy all year.
Thank you to the equipment guys who keep the boys armed with sticks long after they've broken.
Justin Abdelkader-
Thank you for being the grit and youth that this team needed. Also, thank you for holding your head up high and trying your hardest despite growing pains. Sparty on.
Todd Bertuzzi-
Thank you for proving every critique wrong. No matter what anyone says you've paid your dues and you belong in this league and on this team.
Dan Cleary-
Thank you for allowing us all to do the Newfie Stomp along with you all season. Watch out for Huds next time. Apparently, he's dangerous. Who knew?
Pavel Datsyuk-
Thank you for not being up for the Lady Byng this year. Your fight with Corey Perry was perfection. Thank you for out playing every player in this league regardless of if the mass media recognizes it or not. Thanks for sharing your amazing sense of humor. You truly are special.
Kris Draper-
Thank you for being the guy to push your teammates harder on and off the ice. Thank you for challenging everyone to be better and being light in the dark. Thanks for being a gym rat.
Patrick Eaves-
Ohhhh, Hobo. Thank you for interacting with the fans as much as you did this year. You give back so much of your time to the fans. It's really honorable. Thank you for letting us see your ridiculous huge "I just scored a goal" smile. Thanks for sharing your love of animals and ping pong this season.
Valtteri Filppula-
Thank you for showing up when we needed you. And I'm sure the Grand Rapids Griffins are thankful you allowed your older brother to tag along with you to Detroit this year.
Johan Franzen-
Thank you for sacrificing yourself for this team. Thank you for Mule-tricks and explicit language after goals. Thank you for coming back and battling hard even after someone jacked up you face.
Darren Helm-
Aw, Our little Helmer is all grown up. Thank you for all your speed and for finding your finish. Thank you for dealing with the crazies that stalk you because "you're so dreamy". Thank you for interacting with the fans nearly as much as Patrick Eaves. Thank you for walking on your hands, dressing up as Todd Bertuzzi, and doing the worm.
Tomas Holmstrom-
Thank you for enduring the punishment that you do in front and around the net for this team. And thanks for not sharing your candy with Mule.
Jiri Hudler-
Thanks for finally getting a hang of the NHL ice again. Thanks for starling people (i.e. me) when they're not paying attention to you during warm ups. And by thanks I mean KNOCK IT OFF.
Drew Miller-
3,2,1 MILLER TIME. Thank you for doing your part to make this team a success. Thank you for dealing with a rotation that must have been maddening. Thank you for not using "Just for Men Gel".
Mike Modano-
Mikey Mo! Thanks for battling back from the injury that took most of this season away from you. Thank you for coming home.
Henrik Zetterberg-
Thank you for coming back strong after injuries and producing the way you did all year. ALSO-Thank you for getting married and making your teammates wear adult onesies. We all really appreciated that.
Jonathan Ericsson-
Thank you for dealing with obscene nicknames and people ripping on you all year.
Jakub Kindl-
Thank you for stepping up when we needed you. Thank you for taking harassment at training camp. Next time, go inside if you're cold.
Niklas Kronwall-
Thank you for growing into an amazing defenseman. Thank you also for delivering bone crushing hits that change games. Thank you for introducing Swedish style tailoring into the locker room and wearing those awesome glasses.
Nicklas Lidstrom-
Thank you for being the best defenseman that I have ever seen play. Thank you for being as great this year as you ever were. Thank you for coming back this year and if it's not too much to ask... Can you come back next year too?
Brian Rafalski-
Thank you for being a rock on the blue line and bringing experience to the locker room.
Ruslan Salei-
Thank you for giving us hours of entertainment with your goofy interviews. "Tom Brady"
Brad Stuart-
Thank you for being a physical presence when it was needed. Thank you for battling hard to come back after than devastating broken jaw.
Cory Emmerton-
Thank you for stepping up in the game you played this year. ALSO, Thanks for whatever you do to those eyebrows of yours.
Jan Mursak-
Thank you for taking time away from the Griffs to help out the big club.
Thomas McCollum-
Thank you for coming up and dealing with an impossible situation. Sorry you got booed.
Joey MacDonald-
Ohhhh Mac. Thank you signing with the team on a whim and being a strong capable back up when called upon.
Chris Osgood-
Ozzie. Thank you for being awesome. Thank you for dealing with the media that were sometimes too hard towards you. Thank you for 400. Thank you for drinking Pepsi on the ice. Thank you for being the best mentor that Jimmy Howard could ask for. Thank you and I hope to see you in September.
Jimmy Howard-
Fellow Lefty. Scrappy goalie. Awesome guy. Thank you for proving everyone wrong. Thank you for giving your team every chance to win. Thank you for uttering the battle cry "Why Not Us?". Thank you for dealing with the Nabokov situation with poise and grace.
So what I'm saying is...
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Let's DO this
The stuff that hockey fans love to see.
The most exciting game that there is.
The most nerve wracking game if your team is in it.
The Wings have treated every game from Game Four on as a Game Seven.
"Take it one game at a time. One win at a time."
That's the mentality that the Wings need to still come with. Just one win. One game. Everyone from players to fans are filled with nervous excitement about this game. Everyone will be watching this game looking to see if the Detroit Red Wings can pull it out again.
Tonight is the night.
Let's Go Red Wings!!!
Monday, May 9, 2011
FYI- They can hear you
"The crowd really willed us to a victory in Game 4, We're hoping they can have that same type of impact in Game 6."
-Justin Abdelkader
Believe it or not, the support of the fans does mean something to the players. Why? Because THEY CAN HEAR YOU. Boo them? They hear that. Cheer them? They hear that too. So with game six looming tomorrow I implore everyone that will be at the Joe tomorrow to cheer the guys. No booing. Support the team. Give them that extra push. Stay loud the entire time. Never stop being loud even if the Sharks try to take you out of it.
Friday, May 6, 2011
It's only fear that makes you run
continued effort to do or achieve something despite difficulties, failure, or opposition
The quality of being dedicated or committed to a task or purpose
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Tonight is one game. One game to stave off elimination and show everyone who Detroit is. Now is when the Wings have to pressure on in the face of adversity. Show the world that they can fight harder, dig down deeper, and deliver when their season is on the line. Losing is not an option tonight. Now is the time to show this league that the Wings will not go out without a fight. Now is the time to show the world just who the Detroit Red Wings are and what they are capable of doing. Now is the time to rally and stand behind our boys. Now is the time to cheer and support them like never before.
Now is the time.
Thursday, May 5, 2011
It always seems impossible until it's done.
Three games does not win a series. Three is not the magic number. I fully understand that we're all different types of people who look at this game that is hockey differently. Some people are calling for the Wings to surrender now that their backs are against a wall. That's not what I want. That's not how my team reacts. My team... they fight. Those people can throw in the towel and take the cowards way out but I'm not giving in. And I get the distinct feeling that those men in the dressing room aren't ready to either. Am I happy that we lost? No. Am I pleased about the steep hill we now have to climb? No. Do I have faith in my team and organization? Absolutely. It's not an impossible task. As Jimmy Howard said after the game "Others have done it, Why not us?". They deserved that win last night and did not get it. But that's not to say that they can't get the next one. One game at a time. One win at a time. It can be done regardless of what the pessimistic cynics believe. It's not the time to turn your backs on the team. But if you choose to do, keep walking because obviously you don't belong here. Hockey is not for quitters or the weak of heart.
Contrary to what some believe:
It's not over.
Contrary to what some believe:
It's not over.
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Winners never quit
No day like today.
No time like now.
Let's Go Red Wings.
Monday, May 2, 2011
Way to take the class out of hockey, San Jose.
To act as if the Sharks are unintentionally snowing Jimmy Howard, diving, or embellishing situations would be completely naive. It seems to happen nearly every time we play the San Jose Sharks. Following questions and prodding by the media regarding the snowing of Jimmy Howard, San Jose Sharks Head Coach Todd McLellan had this to say-
And to address the Sharks fans themselves--
Sorry to shatter your hopes and dreams, but there is only one Hockeytown and it is NOT in California.
I have no time for gimmicks and that type of crap. If our players are doing that [intentionally], they're going to hear from me firstYesterday was not the first game in which Jimmy was snowed by Sharks players. In fact, this is not the first year in which this has continuously happened. That leads me to believe one of two things. Either Todd McLellan has absolutely no control over his players or that he is lying. If the Red Wings started behaving as the Sharks are there would be serious consequences. Not only from inside our own organization but from the league. I'm sure you've heard the old riddle "If a goalie falls and there's no one around him... send Tomas Holmstrom to the box". In addition to the pathetic display of the snowing, there has been a rash of diving and embellishing (selling if you will) calls. Diving takes the integrity out of the sport. In my mind, diving is much akin to cheating. "Oh someone is within two feet of me. ANNNNNND fall" It is beyond disgraceful. If the players on this team cannot play the game without resorting to such low class actions, than perhaps they should quit hockey and make the six hour or so drive to Hollywood to work on their acting careers. After practically every call on the Red Wings you hear "He really sold that one to the referees". In the game of hockey, you shouldn't have to sell anything. You either got interfered with or you didn't. You either got tripped or you didn't. The referees should be competent enough to be able to call the games fair or as close to fair as they are possible of doing without these low class moves being performed. With diving and embellishing in this series, there is no way to judge legit calls from successful acting calls. Maintaining the dignity of this sport seems to mean nothing to a franchise that is younger than the average age of the hockey fans that I know. Many Sharks fans have claimed that this is just their team stirring up a rivalry. The Sharks, as a team, don't have to behave objectionably for us to dislike them. It comes naturally in the battles of a war that one does not enjoy the sight of their competition.
Sorry to shatter your hopes and dreams, but there is only one Hockeytown and it is NOT in California.
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FOXBOROUGH – The New England Patriots will be without Danny Amendola this week against the New York Jets due to a concussion suffered Sunday against the Saints.
Defensive tackle Tommy Kelly (knee) and running back Leon Washington (ankle) have also been ruled out. Cornerback Aqib Talib, who returned to practice Friday, is listed as doubtful with a hip injury, meaning he has a 25 percent chance to play.
The full report is as follows:
WR Danny Amendola (concussion/groin)
DL Tommy Kelly (knee)
RB Leon Washington (ankle)
CB Aqib Talib (hip)
RB Brandon Bolden (knee)
OL Dan Connolly (concussion)
OL Marcus Cannon (shoulder)
WR Julian Edelman (thigh)
TE Rob Gronkowski (back/forearm)
TE Michael Hoomanawanui (knee)
WR Matthew Slater (wrist)
DB Tavon Wilson (hamstring)
CB Devin McCourty (shoulder)
CB Kyle Arrington (groin)
DL Rob Ninkovich (groin)
OL Nate Solder (back)


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Matt I-wouldn't-know-a-great-stadium-if-I-fell-into-one-drunk Hayes at SportingNews.com ranks the Big Ten stadiums. PSU came in at #4. Not in the country. Just in the Big Ten alone. Sure there are actually eleven teams--but four is still four.
1. Ohio State: Come on, of course the Shoe is No.1. It's enormous, it's loud and the fans ... let's face it, they're sick. Frankly, I'm intimidated minutes before kickoff by the Best Damn Band In The Land.You can see from the comments that PSU fans had their feathers ruffled. Some of the comments make good points:
2. Wisconsin: Love Bucky's place. Beautiful campus setting, raucous atmosphere and devoted junkies that feed off the Badgers' lunchpail attitude. And then there's the Fifth Quarter.
3. Iowa: Kinnick always has been a pit over the years, even when Hayden Frye's teams were underachieving. Now that Kirk Ferentz has built this program into an every-year monster, the place is downright nasty.
4. Penn State: If the 'Nits aren't winning, an afternoon at the science center is more intimidating. When they are, it's a loud joint. And that constant Lion screech piped through the PA system? Enough already.
Penn State was lousy in '04, but Joe Tiller said after the Purdue game that stadium noise totally threw his team out of sync. Granted, PSU still didn't win, but whatever.At least we got more respect than NW or Indiana:
10. Northwestern: The soccer moms at my nephew Matthew's soccer game are more intimidating. To say nothing of their beauty.I personally have been at games in Ann Arbor, East Lansing, and Columbus, and the atmosphere doesn't come close to a game at the Beaver when the crowd is really rocking. I'm hoping to take one in at South Bend, but I fear I haven't donated enough of my children to qualify for tickets.
11. Indiana: Pffffft.
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A loyal reader sent this update in:
I was just checking out the Kansas City Star sports section for some Tamba Hali updates and an article contained the following:Ringing endorsement?--sounds more like a busy signal.
3 How about that other rookie?
When asked last week which draft picks had impressed him the most, Edwards said he wasn't going to mention defensive end Tamba Hali. "He is what he is," Edwards said. "What you saw in college, he's doing the same thing out here. He doesn't impress me; we expected that out of him." Hali was running with the No. 1 defense for much of the spring, but part of that was because Eric Hicks is recovering from shoulder surgery. We know Tamba will play a lot. He may even start.


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Oscar-winning screenwriter Dustin Lance Black comes to New Orleans on April 21, joining local thespians for a benefit reading of "8," his courtroom drama about marriage equality. The play, which is based on trial transcripts, details the arguments for and against Proposition 8, the California law that forbids same-sex marriage. That California case was the subject of oral arguments before the U.S. Supreme Court in March.
"I could have done '8' as a film, but getting a play on stage is a much faster process – and everything about this civil rights issue is changing rapidly." Black said in a phone interview. "Progress is happening at lightening speed after years of slow, individual efforts."
The play has had more than 400 readings across the country since its 2011 New York premiere, including a much-discussed Los Angeles production that featured film stars such as George Clooney and Brad Pitt. The New Orleans performance is a collaboration between Southern Rep Theater and the Forum for Equality.
The legal arguments of both sides are aired in the play.
"I was in the courtroom during the trial and I found it to be a very powerful experience to see both sides make their arguments, " Black said. "To me it was obvious that there was a successful strategy at work, and I wanted to share that. But I wasn't interested in preaching to the choir. I hope that people with differing views will come to see '8.' My goal is to get beyond the red-blue divide on this issue. In fact, the hero of the play is a conservative Republican who supported equality."
Most productions of the 90-minute play end with a talk-back session where audience members can interact with the actors – and with each other.
"This play is a community outreach project," Black said. "I hope it's entertaining and compelling, but it's meant to bring individuals together, to get conversations started. I want '8' to build on the essential storytelling effort of individual gay and lesbian people who have come out about the impact of discrimination in their lives. This is a movement built on storytelling. We get closer to victory every time someone comes out at home, at work or at church."
Black, who grew up Mormon in a military family, is no stranger to the gay rights struggle. He won a 2009 Academy Award for "Milk," the biopic about San Francisco activist and politician Harvey Milk. In Black's Oscar acceptance speech, he spoke about his experiences as a gay man and pledged to a worldwide audience that marriage equality would become law throughout the United States.
"I grew up as an outsider," Black said. "I thought I was going to hell – and I know how that kind of experience effects kids. Still, I'm thankful for my wounds. That's what motivates me to make change, to make art with a purpose, to do what I can to help."
What: Dustin Lance Black's courtroom drama about the legal debates over same-sex marriage gets a staged reading. Black will attend the performance and a gala cocktail party that benefits NOAIDS, Project Lazarus, Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays, the Human Rights Campaign and the Forum for Equality.
Where: Civic Theatre, 510 O'Keefe Street.
When: Sunday, April 21, 7 p.m.
Admission: Tickets are $15 for the second balcony, $30 for the first balcony and $50 for the orchestra. Tickets to the pre-performance party are $100 and include reserved orchestra seating for the performance. To purchase tickets, go to forumforequality.org


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Looking for a last-minute sweet treat to serve your Valentine? Look no further! I have a simple and light, yet elegant dessert to share with you, one that's sure to please without making a mess of your kitchen, and won't leave you feeling too guilty afterwards.
It involves three main ingredients— strawberries, chocolate and whipped cream. It takes just 5 minutes to make (plus some chilling time). And nothing says romance quite like strawberries and chocolate.
I've made you a fool before, and if you don't remember, the name comes from the French word fouler which means "to crush". To make this dessert all you have to do is fold mashed strawberries and chopped chocolate into whipped cream. It's hard to get much easier than that with a homemade dessert.
Think of this as a whipped cream mousse, with spoonful after spoonful of bits of chopped chocolate and sweetened strawberries suspended in a whipped creamy cloud.
My husband and I usually downplay Valentine's Day, opting to stay in and enjoy a meal at home together instead of battling the crowds. I like to also serve a romantic dessert, but something that's easy and not too heavy (you don't want an over-stuffed stomach interfering with any post-dinner plans), so I was quite excited when I daydreamed this little treat up last week. It's perfect! Everything you could want in a romantic dessert and more. But there's no need to limit yourself to Valentine's Day, strawberries and chocolate are a scrumptious combination all year long.
Note: Utah readers can see me demo this recipe on KUTV Channel 2's Fresh Living program Tuesday, February 14th at 1:00pm. Added bonus, perhaps, you'll get to see my now undeniable baby bump! Update: Here's a link to watch the segment online.
- 2 ounces (56 grams) chocolate, finely chopped*
- 2 cups (240 grams) strawberries, sliced
- ⅓ cup (70 grams) sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- ¾ cup (6 fluid ounces) heavy whipping cream
- Place ¾ cup (90 grams) of the strawberries in a medium bowl. Add the sugar, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt. Use a fork to mash the berries and chill the mixture in the fridge for 30 minutes.
- Whip the heavy whipping cream to stiff peaks with a stand mixer or a hand mixer. Fold the chilled strawberry mixture and the chopped chocolate into the whipped cream.
- Spoon into glass serving dishes, alternating in layers with the remaining chopped strawberries. Top with additional chopped chocolate and a strawberry.
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10 Responses to Strawberries and Chocolate Fool
Rebecca says:
Some of the best desserts are simple, and this one looks amazing! Can't wait to try it!
Stuff Valentines Day, I want these all to myself. They look so yummy!
Blog is the New Black says:
Looks simple and tasty- perfection!!
Kelley says:
Annalise, this looks perfect! Even better than I imagined. Light, tasty, and totally romantic!
Deborah says:
We also stay in – I don't like all the crowds!! This looks like the perfect v-day dessert, and I need to set my dvr to see you today on tv!
Julia says:
I have been craving a berry fool for a few weeks. So dumb that I haven't made it, because you're right, it is SO easy! And not heavy, so it won't interfere with 'post dinner plans.'
Simply Tia says:
This looks sooooo good!!! I want this now!
Happy Valentine's Day to you and yours.
Barbara @ Barbara Bakes says:
You were to cute on TV. I'll have to give this one a try. So easy and delicious!
Alicia says:
Scott and I made these last Saturday and loved them so much we made it again on Sunday! What a great idea! Yum!
Annalise says:
So happy to hear that you tried it and both liked it!
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D10 All-Star
Eisenhower defensive back/wide receiver Carter Farrell has been selected to participate in the 2014 District 10 Football All-Star game at June 14 at Thiel College.
During the event, two student athletes from each squad will be recognized for outstanding academic achievement, community service, and leadership, through the awarding of scholarships for attending higher education next year. Each organization will also be recognizing the Coaches of the Year for each organization from the 2013 season last fall.
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Girls Majors All-Stars
Warren's Girls Majors (11-and-12-year-old division) all-star fastpitch softball team will open Little League tournament play at 6 p.m. Monday at St. Marys. Girls Majors all-stars include, from left, in front, Lexi Head and Julia Lobdell and, in back, Trinity Wennberg, Gracie Wood, Kelsey Stuart, Kiersten Hoffman, Alexis Nyquist, Celia Chase, Marissa Grubbs, Ellie Lobdell, Alex Neureiter, Grace Wortman and Jordan Sitler.
The South Team will be made up of schools from the Western Pennsylvania Football Coaches Association, which is actually in its 24th year of sponsoring an all-star game. However, this will be the third year that they will be playing the northern region of District 10 and the newer NWPFCA. Both rosters consist of graduating seniors from District 10 schools along with a handful of District 9 schools, and players have been selected from schools as far south as Karns City and Wilmington to as far north as Erie and North East, featuring many players who were All-State selections and most of the players will be playing at the collegiate level.
Kickoff for the 2014 all-star game is scheduled for 7 p.m. Immediately following the game, two players from each team will be recognized as the Most Outstanding Offensive Player and Most Outstanding Defensive Player.
Youth football camp
The Northern Area Youth Football camp will be held Monday through Thursday, June 16 to 19. Players will meet at the Eisenhower High School football field. Anyone wanting to register can at the ticket booth the night of the event.
Co-Ed Softball
Here are last week's game results, standings, home run leaders, and this week's schedule for the Friday Night Co-Ed Softball League at Betts Park:
Game Results
Wendy's Cafe/Grumpy's 23, Curtis Contracting Catfish 13
Pascuzzi Acct & Tax Service 23, Shenanigans 4
Sheffield Sports Boosters 24, Fat Daddy's 11
United Refining 11, Sheffield Sports Boosters 1
Fat Daddy's 18, Concrete Unlimited 8
Thundercats 25, Geraci & Co Accounting 11
Thundercats 13, Shenanigans 11
United Refining 3-0
Wendy's Cafe/Grumpy's 3-0
Pascuzzi Acct & Tax Service 2-1
Curtis Contracting Catfish 2-2
Geraci & Co. Accounting 2-2
Sheffield Sports Boosters 2-2
Thundercats 2-2
Fat Daddy's 1-2
Shenanigans 1-3
Concrete Unlimited 0-3
Home Run Leaders: Josh Watson (Geraci & Co Accounting) 8, Doug Trapani (Wendy's Cafe/Grumpy's) 7, Wes Schwanke (Thundercats) 5, Brandon Schott (United Refining) 5, Dave Stuart (Curtis Contracting Catfish) 4, Zach Spinks (Fat Daddy's) 4, Mark Crossley (Pascuzzi Acct & Tax Service) 3, Andrew Morrison (Pascuzzi Acct & Tax Service) 3, Cody Vincent (United Refining) 3, Josh Abbey (Wendy's Cafe/Grumpy's) 3
This week's schedule
Week 6 - 6/13/14
6:30: Shenanigans vs. Geraci & Co Accounting
7:45: Wendy's Cafe/Grumpy's vs. United Refining
9:00: Concrete Unlimited vs. United Refining
6:30: Thundercats vs. Concrete Unlimited
7:45: Fat Daddy's vs. Curtis Contracting Catfish
9:00: Sheffield Sports Boosters vs. Pascuzzi Acct & Tax Service
6:30: Pascuzzi Acct & Tax Service vs. Fat Daddy's
Golf results
Matt DeLong shot a 36 for low gross and Greg Certo and Derek Harrison tied at 32 for low net in the Cable Hollow 2-Man Golf League. Through June 10's competition, the team of Greg Senyo/Chuck Hazeltine leads with 87 total points, Shawn Williams/Bill Kuppinger are in second with 86, and Roger VanEvery/Gregg Kolstee are third with 85.5.
In the Fitch Disposal Scramble League at Cable Hollow, Mark Kulka/Bob Hunter had the low gross of 33 and Dave Bortz/Rick Nasman tied with Terry Moldovan/Justin Norris with 34 for the low net. Bob Orbanic/Richard Schuler lead the season standings with 42 points, Robin Copely/Jamie Steffan have 41.5, and Kulka/Hunter have 39.
The team of Rick and Jeff Eaton shot a 1-under 35 for the low round in the Peterson-Blick Scratch League at Blueberry Hill Golf Course. Kyle Wilson and Jerry Nelson finished second at an even par 36.
Jerry Bancroft had the nine-hole low gross of 35 at Men's Day Thursday at Conewango Valley Country Club.
First flight: Jerry Bancroft 35, Doug Swanson 36, Dick Kimball 36
Second flight: Bill Andrews 36, Bob Gray 38
Third flight: Gary Evans 40, John Zawacki 41, Joe Hedman 41
Fourth flight: Myron Turfitt 39, Larry Vicini 41
Fifth flight: Bob Follett 45, Ed Kavanaugh 48
Over 30 softball
Dave Johnson homered and doubled for Meridian Hardwood in a 21-6 Over 30 Modified Softball League win over American Legion. Drew Wilcox doubled twice and tripled for Meridian, which slugged out 24 hits in the win.
Meridian Hardwood 0(11)3 61 - 21 24
American Legion 110 22 - 6 11
2b-B. Thurman (M), Johnson (M), Vanatta (M), Wilcox (M) 2. 3b-Wilcox (M). HR-Johnson (M), Bob Mika (M). WP-Johnson.


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A day will come when New Jersey children will read about the celebrations this weekend and wonder how it was possible that official bigotry against gays survived for so long.
It will puzzle them, as many of us were once puzzled, to learn that Woolworth's refused to serve hamburgers to black customers in the old South. Once these thresholds are crossed, it becomes hard to imagine living on the other side.
For more than 10 years, gays and their allies in New Jersey have been pressing for marriage equality. The state came close in 2006, when the state Supreme Court ordered full legal equality for gay couples, but allowed the Legislature to cop out with civil unions. In 2010, marriage equality fell in a close Senate vote. And last year, when a bill reached his desk, Gov. Chris Christie used his veto.
So New Jersey, which was at the forefront of this fight a decade ago, saw one state after another achieve full marriage equality. We fell behind.
Friday's thunderous ruling by a unanimous state Supreme Court puts New Jersey back where it belongs in the vanguard. Gay couples are free to marry as of 12:01 a.m. Monday.
Yes, it is possible the same court could rule differently after hearings scheduled for January. Today's ruling only leaves a lower-court ruling in force; it does not settle the issue. But the logic of Chief Justice Stuart Rabner's 20-page decision is inescapable, and points directly to full marriage equality.
Rabner notes that the court in 2006 required full legal equality. Plaintiffs had argued that civil unions fail that test, and that discrimination continued in health care, employment, insurance and other areas.
As the case was in the pipeline to the state Supreme Court, the federal Supreme Court struck down the Defense of Marriage Act and required federal agencies to extend full rights to gay couples who are legally wed in one of the 13 states where they are permitted to. Social Security's spousal benefits, for example, were granted to gay couples.
But couples joined in civil unions or domestic partnerships do not get these same rights. So New Jersey, by refusing to grant these couples the right to marry, left them without federal benefits. As Rabner pointed out, that plainly denies these couples legal equality.
The decision finds that delaying implementation of marriage equality in New Jersey would impose irreparable harm on these couples, and that the Christie administration had failed to show that it is likely to win this case on appeal in January anyway. This is a slam dunk win.
Still, our hope is that Democratic leaders press their plan to override Christie's veto. They shouldn't take even the small risk that the court will reject that right. And voters in New Jersey have a right to know what side their representatives are on.
For now, it's time to savor this win. Our guess is that this will be one of the most romantic weekends in New Jersey history, measured by how many men and women drop to one knee and pop the question. Congratulations to you all.


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Kerr and Dennis Lefevbre made the trip to Sparta to compete in Saturday and Sunday's ninth annual STA-BIL Great Lakes Summer Nationals Race for Huntington's Disease. And the two Canadians showed West Michigan what they race over in the Western Ontario Outlaws Club.
Think a suped up, modified lawn mower built for racing is radical? That doesn't begin to describe what Kerr and Lefevbre have. Their machines don't look like lawn mowers, and they don't sound or move like lawn mowers, either.
In fact, the two said their mowers sometimes are mistaken for go-karts. After all, they crank out 108 horsepower. But Kerr said his Midwest Super Cub-sponsored Cub Cadet is all lawn mower.
"I actually used to cut my grass with that lawn mower frame," said Kerr, of Petrolia, Ontario. "They are all lawn mower parts, body, frame and engine. Those are the rules. You have to have all lawn mower stuff. A lot of people think they are go-karts with lawn mower hoods on them, but that is all lawn mower.
"They look this way because we made them safe. We flattened them out and lowered them. It was an evolution of the lawn mower. I sketched it out, and we built this right from scratch. Every single piece on that machine is homemade. It takes hundreds and hundreds of man hours to make something like that."
This weekend's United States Lawn Mower Racing Association sanctioned event was contested on a field at the Paul C. Miller Airport in Sparta. Kerr put on a show throughout the weekend. His success included a victory in the Open Twin 12-lap feature race, which he won by two laps.
Kerr and Lefevbre brought three of their homemade lawn mowers with them, and Larry Benning of Coffeyville, Kan., purchased one of them.
"I got with a guy online about a month ago and talked with other people and checked it all out, and (Kerr) delivered it to me (Saturday)," Benning said. "I raced it for two days now, and it's a lot different from what I'm used to.
"It's easier to drive, but harder to drive at the same time. It's easier, because you don't have to worry about flipping it. But it's harder because it has a lot more horsepower than most of them. It's really radical for lawn mowers."
The races served as a fundraiser to help fight Huntington's disease. The event had raised approximately $100,000 in eight years entering this weekend's races.
"It has been so exciting for us," event organizer Donna Mikula said. "For one, this has brought lawn mower racing to West Michigan, which it had never been before. And with that, we have brought knowledge of Huntington's disease, which a lot of people didn't know about. Look what we have done by coming together as a group."


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The Northeast Regional Office of the National Park Service provided the $204,000 in storm damage funding and Classic Site Solutions was contracted to perform the stair replacement work. The other four guarded ocean beaches in the seashore were not as seriously affected by the winter storms and were not closed including Coast Guard Beach, Eastham; Head of the Meadow Beach, Truro; Race Point Beach, Provincetown; and Herring Cove Beach, Provincetown.


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7/30 Samardzija rumors "far fetched"
The Trade Deadline is Wednesday at 3 p.m. CT, and manager Dale Sveum doesn't expect Jeff Samardzija to be doing anything but prepping for his next start with the Cubs. Rumors continue to swirl about the Cubs listening to offers for Samardzija.
"If somebody asks, sure," Sveum said on whether the Cubs were keeping an open mind. "That's not my job, so I don't know what goes in those kind of meetings. It's not realistic [to deal Samardzija]."
The Cubs would have to be offered a lot to part with the 28-year-old right-hander who is under team control for two more years.
"This is me speaking, but I would think it's very, very far-fetched to think that you have a guy under control for that long and possibly a No. 1 guy to do anything with him," Sveum said. "Those are things that pop up and somebody will say, sure you'll listen. But are you going to want to trade half your team [to get Samardzija]?"
Meanwhile, Kevin Gregg and Nate Schierholtz wait to see if they will stay with the Cubs past the deadline.
"It is a compliment to be rumored," Sveum said. "Some people get to be part of a pennant race and get to the playoffs and do some fun things."
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Keep Smardijaja. Trade Gregg and either DeJesus or Nate. But I'd keep Nate over DeJesus.
And I like Mrs. Kim DeJesus over Nate.
So do u get it now? Shark not going anywhere…
I would put Shark out there to see what you could get in return ,I don't think he is an ACE on there staff or could be an ACE on another team ,value would be very high now with his contract and you would get back multiple pitchers and prospects in a .trade hopefully a left-hander or two plus relievers or catching prospect.Trade Schierholtz to Pirates for a good prospect or major leaguer like Tabata and DeJesus to Reds or RedSox for pitching prospects or catchers,Gregg and Russell package should bring a nice return from a contender
He is showing the stuff needed to be a very good pitcher but I agree with you as far as him being or becoming an ACE, I think he will fall just short of that moniker as he does not dominate on a regular basis as I said in another comment (regular basis being my point…). The Shark has too many games that are just below ACE quality to group him with other ACEs. Plus his ERA should be closer to 3.0 (or lower) than to 4.0 and it stands around 3.75 right about now. I think he is settling into a role of a quality no. 2 or no. 3 pitcher on a very good team, which is not the Cubs at this point. I certainly would listen to offers too Mark. He may have the potential to be an ACE but so do many other pitchers that are even younger than The Shark.
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Maybe Theo does not like what is being offer now for Shark…….so Theo will seek an extension….or next year this time, Theo will be more serious of trading off Shark………no matter what Shark says, it is all about the money. So Shark, don't insult your fan base.
He is still learning how to be a starter. With his stuff he can be very good. Time will tell. We have two years to find out. Go Cubs!


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What I Wanted to Eat vs What I Ate: Day 25
Today was another day of careless eating habits taking control of the wheel. There is a blizzard coming tomorrow afternoon and I was trying to get my preschooler in to see the doctor before we lost our window of opportunity to do so. Breakfast was skipped out of worry. All I wanted was coffee and more coffee and I had absolutely no interest in food.
The doctor visit cleared up some things I had been worrying about so my appetite returned in full force, but I made the mistake of not thinking about what I was eating. Lunch was a snack of Prosciutto and Mozzarella, but I should have eaten something more substantial. Did I mention I found a box of Mango Cremes today? I'm actually really embarrassed to admit I ate it. Yes, it. I thought I could just leave that part out, but then realized the point of these diet posts is honesty – for me more so than the few people that read them.
Dinner was a well thought out and healthy meal of baked fish and spinach. I felt so much better, but was upset at my recent eating habits. I mean really upset. There was only one thing to do. Eat more cookies. And I did. I'm sure someone is saying, "have some self-control, woman!" And I wish I did. I wish I could just put them down and slowly back away. Up until Mango Monday I had been feeling great. My moods were better, I was calm, I was full, I was excited at creating a healthier me. With just a few days of sugar under my belt all of that is but a distant memory.
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What I Wanted to Eat:
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– 2 cups coffee w/half & half
What I Wanted to Eat:
– A cheeseburger and fries
What I Ate:
– 2 or 3 Prosciutto-wrapped pieces of Mozzarella
What I Wanted to Eat:
– Cookies
What I Ate:
– Cookies
– Venti Latte
What I WAnted to Eat is What I Ate:
– Thin Mints (portion classified)
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GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- Business in Eastown just got a bit sweeter.
Two new businesses, Connie's Cakes and Spoonlickers, recently opened in Eastown -- joining the nearly dozen businesses that have moved into the city's east side neighborhood within the past year.
"We wanted to get more visibility and be in a neighborhood with other businesses that we could support and they could support us," said Mary Scheidel, owner of Connie's Cakes. "Eastown is a growing community and we're excited to be part of that growth and excitement."
Connie's Cakes moved from South Division in Byron Township to its current Eastown location in the historic Kingsley Building, 1416 Robinson Road SE, in mid-January. The store that was previously surrounded by used car lots and mechanic-type businesses is now in a centralized area with quaint specialty shops, eateries and boutiques.
If you go:What: Eastown Community Association Pancake Breakfast & Annual Meeting 2013
When: 8-11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 9
Where: Calvin Christian Reformed Church, 700 Ethel Ave., Eastown
Admission: Suggested donation of $2 per adult, $1 per child, and $5 per family
For more information: 616-451-3025 or eastown.org
"The visibility will be very helpful. I think we'll be able to reach more families," Scheidel said. "I love being part of a historic building. It's a comforting place to come in and shop."
Many say the comfort of living and being able to walk to your favorite bakery, restaurant, bar or boutique is a common appeal, luring people to the area.
"People want to be in walkable districts and they're beginning to see the value in older buildings," said Baird Hawkins of Bazzani Associates. "We like seeing these old buildings that are in need of some attention and TLC and turning them into something that brings viability back to the neighborhood again."
Bazzani Associates, an Eastown business, has resurrected some of the district's older buildings, like the now historic Kingsley Building, and transformed them into lively business spaces.
In the past year, a dozen businesses have opened in Eastown, with a majority of those happening in the last six to seven months. The Trillium Haven restaurant opening was among those that created a buzz.
But that growth didn't just happen overnight, Hawkins said. The behind-the-scenes planning and discussions by volunteers, neighbors and district leaders have been in the works for the past few years.
"We're just seeing the pay off now," said Hawkins, also an Eastown resident. "You might have seen the results overnight, but there was a lot of work on the front end to get that to happen."
Jaye Van Lenten, past president of the Eastown Business Association and co-owner of Spirit Dreams on Lake Drive, said the district's business capacity is at about 90 percent -- the highest she's seen since moving her business there nearly 20 years ago.
"Eastown has been re-tooling itself in the business capacity and has been climbing since 2011," she said. "There's a definite synergy of growth of businesses and support of the local residents on shopping local."
Van Lenten, who was the area's business association's president for four years before stepping down in January, attributes Eastown's growth to the popularity of today's culture investing in their communities and choosing to live in walkable neighborhoods with nearby retail and food shops – a "reverse flight" from some of the sprawling non-walkable suburb developments.
"You don't find them in the malls. You don't find them on 28th Street. You find them in the neighborhoods," she said of Eastowners. "It's wonderful to see the growth and development. It's always been a great neighborhood and it always will be. I can't imagine having a business anywhere else in Grand Rapids. We're very fortunate to have a number of innovative and dedicated business owners in the area."
David and Dianna Darling, owners of Spoonlickers, said opening a store in Eastown has always been a part of their plan.
"Eastown seems to be a place that understands what we're trying to do," David Darling said. "We wanted to be in a place where the community sees the value in what we're doing."
Spoonlickers' Eastown location, 1551 Wealthy St., opened in early January. It is the biggest of its three locations and offers a private party room that seats nearly 20 people. It also has a larger kitchen and has become the local frozen yogurt company's centralized location.
"It's been very well-received. The feedback from our customers in Eastown has been overwhelmingly positive," Darling said. "We've been thrilled with the feedback and engagement from our customers."
So what's on Eastown's horizon? Continued growth in sustainable businesses that value the funky and eclectic neighborhood that Eastown is.
"I think in 2013 we're going to see a lot of the newer businesses – instead of the longstanding businesses -- gaining the spotlight," said Josh Hogeterp, co-president of the Eastown Business Association. "I think the main thing we'll see in Eastown is revitalization in terms of investment put into the area."
Hogeterp said Eastown's business district is looking positive – something that he might not have said four or five years ago.
"Developers are starting to see the advantages of spending money to renovate buildings in Eastown and make them look nice, which in turn, brings in revenue," he said.
Hogeterp foresees continued business growth in Eastown with upscale food and beverage establishments and health and wellness businesses. He also projects that there will be some improvement plans to the city-owned hub parking lot near Ethel and Wealthy.
"In previous years, we would see businesses come in and leave at a higher rate," he said. "Now businesses are sticking around and people see a real value in that."
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A tale of two Professors in new 'X-Men: Days of Future Past' images
(CBR) Total Film has posted three new photos from Bryan Singer's anticipated "X-Men: Days of Future Past," featuring Hugh Jackman as past-Wolverine, Jennifer Lawrence as human-form Mystique, Michael Fassbender as Magneto, James McAvoy as past-Professor X and Patrick Stewart as future-Professor X. Plus, the official X-Men Movies Twitter has posted two comparison close-up looks at Fassbender as past-Magneto and Sir Ian McKellen as future-Magneto.
Directed by Bryan Singer and opening May 23, "X-Men: Days of Future Past" also stars Nicholas Hoult, Lucas Till, Peter Dinklage, Evan Peters, Ellen Page, Shawn Ashmore, Halle Berry, Booboo Stewart, Fan Bingbing, Adan Canto and Daniel Cudmore.
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Cam McDonald (77) and Robert Davis (4) of the CIBC Wood Gundy Ramblers dig for a loose puck in front of the Bridgewater net. Amherst won the game 7-2.
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Travis Howe of the Amherst CIBC Wood Gundy Ramblers drives to the net in MHL action on Saturday. Howe had his first junior goal in a 7-2 win over Bridgewater.
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Amherst Ramblers' forward Nick Cass gets dumped in front of the Bridgewater net in MHL ation on Saturday. Amherst won the game 7-2.
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Defeat Bridgewater 7-2
The Amherst Ramblers scored six times in the middle period en route to a 7-2 win over Bridgewater in MHL action.
AMHERST – The Amherst CIBC Wood Gundy Ramblers exploded for six second period goals en route to a 7-2 win over the Bridgewater Lumberjacks in Maritime Junior Hockey League action on Saturday.
Trailing 2-0 after one period, Brett Shute started the onslaught when he drilled a slapshot past Bridgewater goalie Corey Peterson 8:33 into the second period. That began an outburst that saw the Ramblers scored six goals in a span of just over 11 minutes.
"We were a little loose in the first period and I reminded them that we couldn't take these guys lightly," Ramblers coach Jim Bottomley said after the game. "We had a little talk in between periods and the boys responded."
Connor Hilton on the power play and Ryan Groom scored in the opening frame for Bridgewater. After Shute pulled Amherst to within a goal, Travis Howe scored his first goal of the season less than two minutes later, while Robert Davis, Ross Martin, Cam McDonald, on the power play, and Jamie Bishop, shorthanded, scored before the period ended.
"It's a big win, we definitely needed it," said Howe, who scored his first ever junior hockey goal. "It's good to get that one out of the way, hopefully there'll be more to come."
Howe said he got a pass from Shute in front of the net and he just reacted getting it on the net.
"It was a bit of a surprise. I didn't know it went in at first," he said. "It's a great feeling."
Daniel Walsh added a power play goal of his own midway through the third period when his blast eluded Jeff Arkin, who replaced Peterson to start the final period.
"We're not a finesse team. We have to get pucks deep and pucks to the net," Bottomley said. "When we're successful we're doing that."
The Ramblers are off until Friday when they travel to Campbellton to face the Tigers before playing in Miramichi in Saturday.
The club returns home Nov. 30 to face the Weeks Crushers in the Skate for Prostate game.


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Nevertheless, Wal-Mart cheered many by promising a job to any veteran who was honorably discharged within the last 12 months.
Here's CBS's story: "Veterans like the sound of Wal-Mart's promise."
Wal-Mart chief executive officer Bill Simon unveiled the plan Tuesday in New York. He said at the time, "Not every returning veteran wants to work in retail. But every veteran who does, will have a place to go."
Oddly, there's no press release on the Wal-Mart website as I type this, but here's a link to the company's Careers page.


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Admiral Loy is the 21st Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard.
Rear Admiral William J. Holland, U. S. Navy (Retired)
Argument is at the heart of growth of ideas; the Naval Institute has performed some of its best service when the arguments aired have not been congruent to current service policy That the arguments may be wrong or pig-headed is less important than that they are focused, logical, and direct. Until opened and examined, one cannot be sure of the issues or their merits (unless, of course, the argument proposes that the United States buy biplanes or conventionally powered submarines).
No organization can claim to be professional without a formal means to communicate ideas and opinions through and among the body of members. The quality of this communication is indicative of the intellectual vitality of the organization as well as its morale. At the same time, no organization can endure and prosper without continually refreshing its knowledge of past successes and failures. It is from these lessons that the institutional traditions have meaning and utility.
Any organization without a little chaos is dead, and the Naval Institute provides one of the best tools for creating and maintaining some disorder, debate, and argument within the naval services. Proceedings in particular provides a forum in which every level of the organization is able to contribute and participate. That wide participation as much as the variety and quality of argument is a source of pride to the members of the profession and the envy of every other service.
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Hurricane Arthur will not hold onto that title much longer.
The first hurricane of the 2014 Atlantic season was barely a hurricane late Friday as it swirled south of New England, but it was making its presence felt with high winds and heavy rain.
At 10 p.m. CDT the National Hurricane Center said that Nantucket, Mass. reported sustained winds of 49 mph and a gust of 62 mph as Arthur passed to the south.
Heavy rain and extreme flash flooding were reported earlier Friday in parts of Massachusetts.
Arthur, which began Friday as a Category 2 hurricane with 100 mph winds at its peak, had lost a lot of steam by Friday night, according to the hurricane center.
The storm had 75 mph winds, making it a weak Category 1 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson scale.
At 10 p.m. CDT Arthur was located about 75 miles east-southeast of Chatham, Mass., and was racing northeast at 31 mph. That forward motion was expected to slow a bit over the next 24 hours.
The center of Hurricane Arthur was expected to be near Nova Scotia early Saturday.
Tropical storm warnings covered Nantucket and Cape Cod from Provincetown to Woods Hole in Massachusetts on Friday.
Coastal flooding was also possible in Cape Cod overnight.
A high wind warning was issued Friday for part of eastern Maine, where winds from Arthur coupled with an approaching cold front were expected to exceed 40 mph at times.
There were even tropical storm warnings in Canada, where Arthur was expected to make its second landfall after coming ashore late Thursday in North Carolina.
New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island were the next areas that would be in the path of the storm.
The hurricane is expected to weaken more over the next two days, and transition from a tropical storm to an extratropical storm by Saturday morning.
The hurricane center said late Friday that Arthur was already beginning that transition. The eye has disappeared, and the main cluster of thunderstorms has shifted to the northeast from the center of circulation.
Arthur should completely lose its tropical characteristics in about 12 hours, the hurricane center said Friday night.
Arthur is now moving over cooler Atlantic waters, and the hurricane center said the wind shear will increase, which will further the weakening process.