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Drew Neitzel's inaugural professional basketball season was a good news, bad news, good news scenario.
The good news was Michigan's 2004 Mr. Basketball and high school All-American from Wyoming Park played pro basketball in Germany.
The bad news was Neitzel's team was in a small, isolated town. The All-Big Ten and Academic All-American from Michigan State competed as a rookie for the Artland Dragons in the German Basketball Bundesliga (first division league).
The team is located in Quakenbruck, Nieaersachsen, Germany, a town of only 13,000 in the northwest part of the country.
"The owner lives in the town and wanted something to do on weekends, so she built a pro team," Neitzel said. "There wasn't much to do in town, but it did allow me to save money and stay out of trouble."
That was the other good news.
Since there wasn't a whole lot to do in Quakenbruck, the down time allowed MSU's all-time leader in free-throw percentage (86.6 percent), to stay awake until the wee hours of the morning in Europe to watch his beloved Spartans experience successful football (a 9-4 record and No. 19 national ranking) and basketball (Big Ten champions and national runner-ups) seasons during 2008-09.
When:7:30 p.m. June 17
Where: Cornerstone University
Tickets: $5 at the door
Pro team
Coach: Tim Kisner (Hopkins/Central Michigan/Grand Rapids Hoops/Finland/Poland)
• Drew Neitzel (Wyoming Park/Michigan State/Germany)
• Zach Ingles (Greenville/Eastern Kentucky/Slovakia)
• Callistus Ezuikwu (Muskegon/Grand Valley State/France)
• Jason Jamerson (GVSU/France)
• Brandon Voorhees (Tri-Unity/Cornerstone and Park, Mo., University/Portugal)
• Thomas Kelly (Union/MSU/Hungary)
• Kyle Visser (Forest Hills Central/Wake Forest/Germany)
• John Jonker (Forest Hills Northern/Cornerstone/Germany)
• Kyle Carhart (Forest Hills Central/GVSU/Finland)
College senior team
Coach: Burt Paddock (Davenport University)
• Pedja Lazic (Forest Hills Northern/Aquinas College)
• Jordan Torres (South Christian/Aquinas)
• Matt Barczak (Byron Center/Davenport)
• Pete Trammell (Jenison/GVSU)
• Jesse Reimink (Hudsonville/Hope College)
• Tony Gugino (Holland Christian/Hillsdale College)
• Travis Worst (Forest Hills Northern/Hillsdale)
• Alex Rusticus (Unity Christian/Trinity Christian of Illinois)
• Kurt Gruppen (Unity Christian/Trinity Christian)
• Kevin Ludwig (West Ottawa/Spring Arbor College)
"I stayed up until 3 and 4 in the morning sometimes to watch every football and basketball game, and it was a great year to be a Spartan," Neitzel said. "People told me it was crazy around campus.
"A lot of people said the Big Ten wasn't strong this past season. But coach (Tom) Izzo and his staff has always been great getting his teams ready for March Madness."
Neitzel helped MSU to a '05 Final Four berth as a freshman and four NCAA tournament bids. As a European professional, he scored 12 points on 42.9-percent shooting (35.1 percent from 3-point range) and averaged 2.7 assists and 2.6 rebounds for the Dragons, who went 18-16 and just missed Germany's playoffs.
"It's totally different playing the game now," Neitzel said. "It's a job now. A business. It's how you have to approach it.
"I got better. I got acclimated to European ball, the 24-second shot clock, the 8-second backcourt clock, what you can get away with in the pros compared to the college game."
Neitzel signed a one-year contract with Artland, meaning he is a free-agent in the overseas pro leagues. He is interested in playing in Belgium or Italy. He still has dreams of making an NBA team, though he wasn't drafted or signed as a free agent after his senior season at Michigan State.
"I plan on playing in the (NBA) summer league, and all my options are open while I see which teams draft point guards and which teams don't," Neitzel said.
Neitzel and several other European pros with ties to West Michigan high schools and colleges are coming home to play in the June 17 Champions of Character College All-Star Game against graduating college seniors at Cornerstone's Mol Arena.
"I think all these guys who play overseas and are coming home to play in this all-star game speaks a lot about Grand Rapids and the basketball competition we have in this area," Neitzel said. "It's about giving back to the West Michigan community and fans.
"This proves we have good players on the west side of the state. This all-star game will help people realize that guys from around here are making careers playing overseas."
It shows that Neitzel and the other European pros are proficient pro basketball players and are true to their West Michigan roots.
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Is their such thing as zero. mouthpiece pressure
I am trying to play with less by holding the horn a different way with my left hand very little pressure but I can get as high as 3rd space C
maybe E on a good day Anthony
Is their such thing as zero. mouthpiece pressure
I am trying to play with less by holding the horn a different way with my left hand very little pressure but I can get as high as 3rd space C
maybe E on a good day Anthony
Perhaps not, but as little as possible is favorable. Higher ranges come in time with lots of practice. Personally the music I play seldom is above the C on second ledger line above the stave, and even that is a "piece of cake" with a piccolo trumpet as I would use for extended play above the stave.
There is no such thing as "zero mouthpiece pressure" in a practical sense; a certain amount of pressure is required to make the seal between mouthpiece and chops.
There are various schools of thought which include "use minimal ['zero'] pressure", "counteract the backwards pressure with a forward pucker", all the way up to "press until it hurts". Not all of these are necessarily a good idea... If you're wanting to reduce the pressure used, I recommend pp long tones, much like the "sotto voce long tones" exercise demonstrated by Nick Drozdoff on his YouTube channel. Concentrate on good tone, and on keeping the note going without blowing harder or using pressure. This will work the corners no end to start with, but you will soon notice an improvement.
Zero pressure is a fallacy. I think players swing from one side of the road to the other. I've seen "zero" pressure videos and can tell they are using some pressure. I know a guy totally sold out to a particular "ZP" method and his intonation and range have suffered since. He says it'll just take a little more time to get there but it will be worth it. It's been SIX years and he's still waiting for the magical moment. What is sad to me is that he paid hundreds for the materials to achieve this. Too much pressure will damage your muscles and render you unable to play, so that isn't good either. Playing softly works as well as playing loudly (crescendo/decrescendo)!
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Knowledge is freedom, and ignorance is slavery - Miles Davis
The difference between a beginner and pro mouthpiece is practice - tobylou8
Nobody has learned how to play the trumpet. It's endless. - Maynard Ferguson
Don't be afraid to try something different. The Ark was built by an amateur and the Titanic was built by a group of experienced engineers.
By the inch it's a cinch, by the yard, it's hard!
You need some pressure to keep a seal. The point is to not use any additional pressure as you ascend in an attempt to force out higher notes.
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Other Buescher horns 1939--1955
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Humes and Berg mutes
Plenty of long tones played very softly - best advice out there.
I would also mention mouthpiece buzzing while holding the MP with only the index finger and thumb works for some people. I personally find that it is nearly impossible to generate much pressure beyond what's necessary for a good seal, in addition to being something I can do while driving to and from work.
Bb cornet: 2012 Getzen 3850 Custom (copper bell)
Bb trumpets: 1980 Bach Strad 37
Euphonium: Jupiter Capital Edition 460
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"Practice, not procurement, is the secret." -- me
Something else that needs to be said is, don't try and do this over night. If you've previously used the "armstrong method", suddenly switching to palming the horn (for example) whilst trying to play the same stuff as before is a recipe for disaster. If it's going to happen, it's going to be a gradual change. I think it was Doc Reinhardt (someone correct me if I'm wrong) who said words to the effect of "do whatever you need to do on the gig". Practice playing your long tones etc with minimal pressure in the woodshed if you want, and that will eventually transfer into your other playing. However, whilst you're performing the audience only cares how you sound, not whether you're trying to reduce pressure; if you're in a situation where it matters if you sound and play well, make sure you do.
"No pressure, no tone, no job." William Vacchiano. "More air equals less work." Charlie Schlueter.
Of course some pressure is used. Do you think even the greats don't get tired at the end of a Mahler Symphony or a long gig as a lead trumpet? Maynard Ferguson once cut his lip while performing.
One must learn to use the "right" pressure to get the job done and that is learned by diligent, intelligent practice. How quickly one gets tired is entirely dependent on the proper use of air AND embouchure development. This is called learned skills from practice.
I fully believe that if more folks on this site read the blogs/websites of the great players who have given us their thoughts, these folks would truly learn something. Here is Dave Bilger's site.
Recently, Dave has had some serious time off the horn due to a major injury occuring during the Shostakovich 7th and other personal issue - one a very happy one. If you don't know who Dave Bilger is, he is principal trumpet in the Philadelphia Orchestra and is one of the world's finest trumpet players.
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[FRESH CLASSIC] Can a rose by any other name smell as sweet? The trio formerly known as Wet Confetti—a moniker one journalist described as "likely to convince listeners you're washed up"—aims to find out. While the previous name was sure to be the only thing netted in a "wet confetti" Google search, it also yielded limited results in terms of ink. "If there was a review of an album, they wouldn't even talk about the music," says lead singer Alberta Poon. "They'd rip apart the band name and then end it."
But Reporter isn't just a name change—it's a new project. The once art-rock band wanted to adopt a new sound—a feat none of its members thought they'd fully achieve under the same name. Indeed, a fresh-yet-classic, guitar- and melody-driven sound has emerged. Reporter became an outlet to "start focusing more on songs [and] having a stripped-down setup," says drummer Mike McKinnon from behind horn-rimmed glasses. Rather than jamming and creating songs in a freestyle manner, Poon and guitarist Dan Grazzini now write on their own and flesh things out during rehearsal. Reporter has also allowed Grazzini to drop the keyboard he carted around with Wet Confetti and pick up more vocal duties. Though Poon and company say Wet Confetti isn't necessarily dead, its angular math-rock is certainly in the rearview for the moment.
Just a few months after playing its final Wet Confetti shows, Reporter joined the Thermals for a monthlong North American tour armed with only 10 songs, Stephen Hawking's latest in audio format and an appetite for burgers (which the East Coast's beef recall temporarily hampered). According to the spunky Poon (who readily admits she's the "first to fight"), antics most definitely ensued: From an incident of "shotguns and rockers" here in Oregon to a Vancouver, B.C., thrift store where a man physically backed into Poon before she and Grazzini were challenged to a showdown, to the drunken American Chopper-host lookalike they encountered in Eugene—Reporter has more than a few stories under its belt.
Such drama—plus a decade-melding sound that embodies the heydays of both CDs and 8-tracks—ought to give folks more to chew on than a simple name. As Poon says, "You couldn't just talk about the band name!" Then again, I'm sure those clever reporters will come up with something.
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BAY CITY -- The streak is alive and well.
Bay City Western made it 12 in a row over city rival Bay City Central with a 54-45 win Tuesday night.
After Warriors point guard Connor Foley nailed a 3-pointer in the opening 20 seconds, his team never trailed.
"We always want to beat this team, they want to beat us, it's the first thing on your mind when the season starts," Foley said. "I don't know how many years in a row we have beat them, but its something we wanted to keep going and they wanted to stop."
The streak goes all the way back to the 2008-09 season when Foley was just an eighth grader.
RELATED: Photo gallery from Bay City Central vs. Bay City Western boys and girls basketball double-header
For Western (2-11), the win on its rival's home floor, in front of a packed house, is easily the highlight of what has been a tough season for first-year coach Dan Snover.
"This means a lot for us," Snover said. "We've been battling all year and its nice to have one come our way cause these kids deserve it. You can get down after losing a bunch of close games, but our kids never hung their heads."
Snover said he was worried his team might be tired playing its third game in five days, but Western didn't show any signs of being worn down.
When Central (2-12) cut the lead to 33-29 at the end of the third quarter, the Warriors responded by outscoring the Wolves 11-2 to open the fourth.
"We couldn't sustain a run," Central coach Mike Maciejewski said. "When you are playing from behind all game it's tough, and it's real tough when you aren't shooting very well."
Maciejewski's team shot less than 35 percent from the floor and 50 percent from the free throw line.
"You can't win like that, especially when a team is more athletic, more muscular and bigger than you are," Maciejewski said.
Foley helped seal the win for Western by going 5 of 6 at the free throw line down the stretch. For the game, he was 8 of 9. He hit three 3-pointers in the first half and finished with 19 points.
"He's been doing it all year," Snover said. "He looks for other guys, he looks to be unselfish, but also understands when his shot is there he needs to take it. He's our leader on the floor, and it was nice to see him have a big game."
Robert Craver led Central with 16 points and Devin Clifford had 10 points.
Central will have at least one more chance to end the streak this season when the teams play at 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at Western. The teams could potentially face each other again in the postseason.


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Choices and Consequences
Going 70.3 miles is always a challenge. I entered this race knowing that just the day before I had experienced some semi-random leg cramps. I had made some poor nutrition choices on the drive from Knoxville, TN to Williamsburg, VA on Friday. My choices had consequences. I had too much sugar and caffeine trying to stay awake on the drive. I figured that since this was a not a major goal race, I could cheat for just a few hours. That may be a reason, but I was well aware that it does not constitute an excuse for a poor performance. Time to buck up and tough it out. I entered the swim stage of the Williamsburg Half with determination to not let this ruin my day.
Lesson/Reminder: You can't outrun a poor diet.
The Swim
I have made very slow progress on my swim over my 2.5 years in triathlon, but it is progress. I entered the water thinking an average swim time would be fine. I did not try to push it. I told myself repeatedly: "Do not race; just get into a rhythm and swim." This worked well for me. I did start to feel a cramp trying to happen in my right calf. Every time it began to threaten to active, I simply relaxed my leg and started my rhythm anew. That got me through the swim with an average official pace of 1:54 per 100 meters. It was a solid start for a B race. I was happy.
The Bike
The bike course was beautiful! We went down scenic back roads and the course was mostly flat. There were a few wrecks, unfortunately. I was happy to stay healthy and upright. I did face some minor cramping episodes. Each time it started, I would relax until it dissipated. I tried salt, water, food, fancy hydration mixes… none of them helped for very long. This was not an issue that started in the race. I don't know why I thought I could solve it quickly during the race.
In between a few breaks for stretching and a visit to the porta-potty, I was able to keep my moving pace around 19 to 20 mph for a lot of the time. After a while, my breaks saw a familiar set of people pass me as I stayed there stretching, fueling, etc. Then I would get on my bike and very gradually pass them again. It was déjà vu all over again as I took another break and then caught the same athletes. It was kind of fun. More importantly, I knew that I was maintaining my overall average pace at the goal of 18 mph. I didn't care if I looked good doing it. The breaks eased my cramping for a while. I was managing just fine.
The Run
When I started the run, I had in mind to maintain a 9 min pace per mile. That did not last for very long. The cramps were catching up with me. It was hot. I drank an enormous amount of liquid (by my standards) and never got that sloshy feeling. I was sweating it out as fast as I could pour it in. The first half of the run was solid, but I was getting more crampy. The second half of the run saw me walking a lot more. I did not walk because I was tired. I was not tired. I had more energy than my body could use. I only walked when the crampy twitches were about to turn into a full-fledged cramp. I have dealt with cramps for years, so I know when that moment has arrived. I would only walk as many steps as it took for that feeling to subside. It stayed longer each time as the miles went on. My right hamstring finally locked up with 0.2 miles to go. I stood for about 45 seconds before my muscle calmed down enough to walk and then jog. I ended up averaging 10:12 per mile on the run. That is a full 1:12 per mile slower than the planned pace, but not bad for the heat and my present situation.
The End Results
I finished the whole thing in about 6:05:30. This was a little slower than my goal of sub-6.
Regardless, this race was a success for several reasons:
- It was a Personal Best for a half distance triathlon (70.3) by 17 minutes!
- The swim was solid and a slight improvement.
- The bike goal of 18 mph was met, a big improvement.
- I had fun on the run.
Again, this was not a goal race. My big goal race is the Rev3 Cedar Point Full Triathlon in September. This was a test. I failed at nutrition before the race, but the race itself was a solid success.
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Flushing -- It may not be the lead, but Kelsey Shaw, 17, is still playing an integral role in the Flushing High School's upcoming production of "Anne of Green Gables".
The junior is working on the costumes for the production, helping to turn cast members from modern-day Americans to rural Canadians at the dawn of the last century.
"I've been sewing since I was 6," Kelsey said. "A lot of people are surprised when they find that out. It's been fun working on a period piece like this."
The theater department will be presenting its production of "Anne of Green Gables" by Alice Chadwicke, based on the novel by L.M. Montgomery, at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 25- 26 and 2:30 p.m. on Jan. 27.Tickets are $7.
The play is about an fanciful orphan, Anne Shirley, who goes to live at Green Gables, the farm of Matthew Cuthbert and his stern sister, Marilla. Expecting a boy, who could help out with the farm work, the Cuthberts are surprised when Anne shows up. She's immediately able to win the quiet Matthew over with her vivid imagination and giving spirit, but winning over Marilla takes some time.
Anne's overactive imagination can make her a challenge to play, as Laura Jo Hassold, 15, discovered during rehearsals.
"She talks so much with that big imagination of hers," Laura Jo said. "It makes it hard to memorize everything, but I like her imagination and her optimism."
That's in contrast with Matthew Cuthbert, who doesn't talk unless it's absolutely necessary. The character is well-suited for Matthew Maske, 18, who is making his debut in a speaking role.
"I've been in two musicals, but this is the first time in a speaking role. I thought it would be fun to give it a shot, but I'm a little nervous," Matthew said. "It's a major advantage that he doesn't talk much."
Junior Brett Lutz, 17, is also making his debut, playing the role of Gilbert Blythe, Anne's one-time nemesis and later love-interest.
"It's been cool," Lutz said. "I'm not nervous as long as the lights are up and I stay blinded and can't see anyone. Then I'm fine."
Since it was written by L.M. Montgomery back in 1908, "Anne of Green Gables" has become a beloved classic, translated into 36 languages and made into a popular television series. Cast members have found fans in their own families.
"My mom loves it," said Kristen Carter, 14, who is playing the role of Diana Barry. "She's excited but I'm sure she'll be picking it apart and comparing it to the book."


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Such beautiful churches & architecture thanks for sharing.
Well the 'Shire' has been pretty much infected with snots, sniffles & coughs for the past few weeks but apart from that we are all doing well. Dave had a gig last Thursday at Delius and on Sat at Bradford Uni for Metal Awareness week, it was a quiet turn out, but the sound, venue & smoke machine made up for the lack of punters! If you go onto Dave's YouTube Chanel http://www.youtube.com/user/DaveMcKinleyMusic you can catch a few of his gigs on there.
Just finished reading "An Optimist Tour Of The Future" which I think you might enjoy - http://www.amazon.co.uk/Optimists-Tour-Future-Mark-Stevenson/dp/1846683572
Also my music recommendations of the week are -
Nightmares On Wax - Carboot Soul
Lianne La Havas - Is Your Love Big Enough
Jake Bug - Jake Bugg
Grizzly Bear - Shields
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A couple of weeks ago, in order to give our aching muscles, shattered joints and frazzled nerves a respite from dizzy mountain passes at lung-squeezing altitudes, we spent a few days travelling down the coast, sampling the tidy, pretty, yet generally unexceptional beaches of Ecuador
In Banos, we had the pleasure of being given a room (with a double bed and private bathroom) by our first Ecuadorean Couchsurfing hosts (we've stayed with a Colombian, Germans, Americans, and as I write this: Canadians). Monica, a university student, and her family have lived their whole lives on a tomato farm near the base of the beautiful volcano Tungurahua. A quick Google will tell you that this volcano has erupted a handful of times in the last few years (most recently about two months ago), and so we were most excited to be living right underneath the "Throat of Fire" as its name translates to in the ancient local tongue. Whilst staying with Monica (who spoke excellent English) and her wonderful family (who spoke not a word of English, but who helped us with a little honing of our Spanish), we were fed like farmers for each meal, did our part by helping with the weekly tomato harvest, and learnt the strangely tricky art of extracting milk directly from a cow's bosom (squeeze and pull at the same time – it should be so simple, but it's just not…!?). We were made to feel like part of the family, and for our own part must have been model guests, as they kept asking us to stay longer. On top of all the labour, we did manage to find time to enjoy the town's namesake (Banos = Bath); the natural hot spring baths which sit beneath a local waterfall and afford the (very) early-morning venturer a beautiful view of the surrounding mountains as day breaks, watery blue sneaks into the cloudless sky, and the sun climbs into position to fiercely fight back the chilly night air. Relaxed much? We felt like angels of pudding, soaking in the choice, steaming Dom Perignon of God's wine cellar, wrapped in pink fluffy clouds, and smothered in the kisses of fairies. Yes, relaxed much.
Our current position on your globe is the third biggest city in Ecuador (a mere few hours north of the border with Peru), lower in altitude than any mountain location we've been so far, and so milder in climate (yet as rainy as a British summer these last few days), with eye-grabbing Europeanish colonial-esque buildings, snuggly sandwiching the endless cobbled streets of a town famed for not much more than its charming architecture, yet deserving of every praise it surely ever received. We have been staying in the apartment of a Canadian couple, who have truly shown us what the spirit of Couchsurfing is all about (we've been offered so many places to stay for free so far that you may begin to think of us as a couple of scrounging scallies – I'll allow it). So kind are our hosts Ruth and A.G. that they offered us their home while they have gone hiking around the local mountains for a few days. The only thing they asked in return was that we take good care of their two beautiful dogs while they're away; a task we feel more than equal to as all we needed to do right now is make plans for Peru, catch up on this blog, and enjoy the cleanest kitchen we've seen in a long time. A raging river outside their front door runs through the town and past a collection of Incan ruins (which actually equate to little more than a set of short stone walls sunk into a hillside, but which are interestingly evocative of old-timey moon-worshippings and mythical Pagan-like doings nonetheless), and we're about ten minutes walk from the town's central square and the single most vibrantly and spiritually alive cathedral I've ever been in
This week in Cuenca has been punctuated with two trips
The other trip we took while in Cuenca was a day trip, traveling by bus between three local villages of Gualaceo, Chordeleg and Sigsig, famous in all the guide books we read, but for what exactly we couldn't figure out. We took a short walk through each of the towns and were certainly pleased that we did, as, while none was extremely impressive on its own, together they made a quaint and beautiful trip away from the city
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First of all : congratulation to the world champion !!
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was it a Pure Evo or an Evacid ?
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By the looks of it, it must have been a board shaped by Sean Ordonez (maybe a Rocket Fish kind of board?). If it was, it will be interesting to see what will filter trough to the next generation of Starboard waveboards. Kevin?
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Thanks!! It was a 7'10" round pin board. It is a bit shorter and wider than the Acid. I have been learning alot on my wave boards and yes they should be filtering through the line up.
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After Jessica Camerato reported Thursday that Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo took several teammates to a J. Cole concert (which happened last month), I decided to search on Twitter to see if anyone spotted the Celtics All-Star at the show.
Yes, people did. And yes, some of them freaked out.
These people went crazier for Rondo at the J Cole show than J Cole— Donnie (@donnieafterdark) September 25, 2013
J cole and wale concert was dope - even better RONDO was there— Emily McArthur (@emcarthurrrr) September 25, 2013
Stop apparently Rajon Rondo made an appearance at the J. Cole concert I was supposed to go to tonight I'm gonna cry— Mia (@ohmymia9) September 25, 2013
J cole was talking about wearing a Rondo jersey last night while meanwhile , Rondo was in the stands. 👌— Matti-Annette (@ms_akickted) September 25, 2013
Rondo was seriously at the J. Cole concert last night ???!!!!!!!! 🍀🏀💚 @JColeNC #WhatDreamsMayComeTour— Jennifer Freitas (@jen_freitas) September 25, 2013
PSA: Rajon Rondo is at the j.cole concert!!!— Cindy N. (@nguyencin) September 25, 2013
Those all revealed excitement, but the one below is definitely my personal favorite.
The fact that @ek9mclovin peed next to Rondo at the J. Cole concert is amazing— Tori Bird (@toribird31xo) September 25, 2013
Boom. Cross "urinating next to an NBA assists leader" off the bucket list.


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Prior to joining Founders Fund, Howard was a Partner at Hogan Lovells, an international law firm, where his practice included representing venture funds, investment advisory firms and other financial services institutions, as well as providing corporate governance advice and representing clients in connection with securities litigation and Securities and Exchange Committee investigations and reviews. Howard graduated from Stanford University with a degree in Political Science, and from the Columbia University School of Law.


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Old friends, DeBoer and Maurice, to coach against each other again
Devils coach Pete DeBoer and Carolina Hurricanes coach Paul Maurice first became friends when they were junior teammates with the Windsor Spitfires from 1985-86 through 1987-88. As head coach of the Detroit Junior Red Wings in 1994-95, Maurice later gave DeBoer his first coaching job as an assistant while DeBoer was also attending law school.
They've remained close through the years as they went their different ways in the coaching business and then went head-to-head six times a season in the NHL's Southeast Division while DeBoer was coaching the Florida Panthers.
When DeBoer was fired by the Panthers after last season, Maurice was one of those he turned to for advice.
On Monday afternoon at Prudential Center, DeBoer and Maurice will face each other again, this time with DeBoer coaching the Devils. They both say they're past the point, however, of their meetings having any extra meaning.
"I think we're past the spot where there's anything extra other than two critical points for teams in the conference," DeBoer said. "They haven't been off to a great start with one point (0-1-1) in their first (two games) and we obviously weren't happy with our (first game). So, I think you're going to see two desperate teams going at it tomorrow."
DeBoer said he probably wouldn't even see Maurice before or after the game.
"That's more off-season stuff," he said. "We hook up with each other. But we're both in the heat-of-the-battle mode right now."
"You get over it real quick," Maurice said. "The fact is you don't see each other. I think we had dinner once and that was it over the three years (DeBoer was in Florida). Then, between travel and coming in and out, you don't have time to get together. We talk on the phone occasionally – rarely before or after we play each other. It was unusual at first, but after that he was just like any other coach you really want to beat."


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The community includes lakefront condos, estate lots and cottage sites. Prices for the four remaining condos start in the $350,000s.
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The Official Prospect(s)
I've been watching Bryan Anderson since the beginning of last year, following an interview and story I did with him. At the time, he was mostly notable for being the youngest player in camp, but also because he'd hit pretty nicely in his pro debut at age 18. Throw in the fact that the guy has a beautiful swing, and I was definitely intrigued.
Of course, Anderson went on to have a very nice year at Quad Cities, and he's raking at Springfield. He is jokingly, but frequently, referred to in the press box as the Official Prospect of StLCardinals.com. If there's a list of things I love to see in a hitting prospect, he's pretty much got them all — very young for his leagues, an idea of the strike zone, promising offense at a premium defensive position. If I were really being picky, I'd like to see some more power, at least more doubles power, but a catcher hitting 320/380/450 at Double-A at age 20 is a really, really nice prospect.
Well, now there's an official Prospect 1B of StLCardinals.com — right-hander Tyler Herron, a sandwich pick in that same increasingly fruitful 2005 draft. He was a little rough in his pro debut, but of course he was 18 and 19, and even then he had an excellent strikeout rate. Herron went on to hold his own in his second year, and this year he's really stepping forward. His outing on Saturday night looks like a real coming-out party. Herron dominated, striking out 10 with no walks in six innings.
In seven June outings, four starts (QC had been using the tandem-starter system), Herron threw 31 2/3 innings, allowed 24 hits, struck out 37 and walked 2. I'm not sure, but I think an 18.5:1 K:BB ratio is considered good. The list of Cards pitching prospects generally includes Jaime Garcia, Chris Perez, Dennis Dove, Blake Hawksworth and Adam Ottavino, and I like them all to varying degrees.
I'm eager to see Herron pitch, but from what I know of him and from what he's doing at QC, I think he's exciting. Of course, the higher levels of the Minors tend to sift out a lot of guys, so we'll know more in a couple of years. But it's surprising to me how much a supplemental first-rounder has flown under the radar thus far.
-M, listening to Pandora Internet radio.
Eck still out
The lineup is posted, and David Eckstein is not activated today. More later.
Miles SS – Schumaker CF – Pujols – Duncan – Rolen – Encarnacion – Kennedy – Molina – Wainwright
Friday tidbits — CORRECTION
Greetings from Great American Ball Park, where I intend to consume between six and 10 Skyline Cheese Coneys over the next three days. Good times.
Here are a couple of tidbits pregame today…
* Fairly standard lineup tonight, given who's available. Taguchi CF, Miles SS, Pujols 1B, Duncan LF, Rolen 3B, Encarnacion RF, Molina C, Kennedy 2B, and then the interesting one — Thompson P.
* Wainwright has been pushed back to tomorrow. Maroth will make his second Cardinals start on Sunday. Looper will then slot in on Monday,
with Wellemeyer Tuesday. Reyes does not have a start in the next five days. I'll ask shortly what the plan for him is, but I'd imagine they'd send him to start at Memphis rather than using him in relief here. I don't know that though; I'm just fielding a guess.
* Correction/backtrack on the above. Early in the afternoon, I was told that it would be Wellemeyer on Tuesday. However, both TLR and Dunc say that it is in the process of being decided as to who will start Tuesday. So I'll keep following that. I'd still guess that it will be Wellemeyer, with Reyes the odd man out, but neither the mgr nor the pitching coach would announce/divulge/confirm that.
* Spiezio is still in the hospital in NY. According to media relations rep Brian Bartow, he's getting better, but he remains in NY for now. The team didn't get out until well past midnight last night — ugh.
* No other roster moves as of today, but of course, stay tuned.
* Oh and one other thing, Tool is playing at the arena next door tonight. Hmmm, if we can get a really quick game and a really quick postgame, maybe I could get there by show's end. Nahhh.
-M, fresh off four solid hours of live Pearl Jam on the drive over here.
The Shameless Plug Returns
I'll be on KFNS' The Press Box from 10 am till noon, Central Time, today. I believe KFNS has a listen-live-online capacity for those who are interested — ie, hi Mom! Hi Mrs. Dude!
Hopefully I can win Frank over to some college football and NASCAR talk. Failing that, I guess we'll settle for baseball, the NBA Draft and if I'm lucky, perhaps a little Wimbledon.
Welcome, Mike
With the way the schedule shakes down, I'm going to Cincinnati over the weekend but not to New York, so I'll miss Mike Maroth's Cardinals debut tonight. I'm curious like the rest of you, so I'll definitely watch (though maybe on the TiVo, since a free night at home with Mrs. Dude is a rare treat, so dinner and a movie is more likely during the evening).
Anyway, in the meantime, I got a note that Maroth has launched a website, which includes his blog, so I wanted to get a link up for y'all to check out if you want.
It's at MarothBaseball.com, and the blog can be found here.
Hope y'all are well.
-M, doing exciting stuff today like cleaning out my car and putting laundry away.
Just in case you were wondering
I just wanted to let y'all know, in case anybody has noticed, and cares, about my lack of bylines on the site recently.
I'm still on the beat, and still at the park, and picking up some game coverage this week. But for this homestand, MLB.com has me working on a bunch of other projects, with Daniel Berk taking the bulk of the game coverage. You may have seen my Darryl Kile piece on Thursday/Friday, and I'm also working on another story for MLB.com. Taking the NYM series off, but back on duty in Cincinnati.
Not that anyone was crying in their beer or anything, but just in case it seems that I'm neglecting the beat, now you know. And knowing is half the battle.
Strange days indeed. Most peculiar, mama. Whoa!
Maroth is obviously a done deal. He'll start Monday in New York. Brad Thompson goes to the 'pen for the weekend. Kip Wells still starting Sunday, Wellemeyer still on Tuesday. Wednesday TBA, though I'd guess Thompson slots back in for that game.
The weirder part today is in the bullpen. According to a release from the team this afternoon, Tyler Johnson is on the disabled list with biceps tendinitis. However, Johnson was listed on the lineup card. TLR and assistant GM John Mozeliak both say he's NOT, in fact, on the DL yet. Muddling things even further, Tyler said that the discomfort is more in his shoulder than in his forearm.
Just another day on the carousel. This team is definitely keeping us busy.
-M, digging the new White Stripes album.
Maroth, plus one tidbit
Here's what I know as of this moment:
* Maroth is very much in play, but not done yet, per the latest I've heard. I expect that it will happen, and soon, but no official confirmation and I get the impression it isn't completely, 100-percent done with I's dotted and T's crossed.
* I still have no word on what they are giving up.
* For what it's worth, I thought this was an interesting stat: In 18 career starts against National League teams, Maroth has a 3.75 ERA and has allowed only 10 homers in 112 2/3 innings.
-M, iTunes on shuffle and home-brewed Intelligentsia coffee in hand.
Tomo in Memphis
For those who are interested, here's a link to the live boxscore of tonight's Memphis-Round Rock tilt, with Tomo Ohka toeing the rubber for the M-Birds.
-M, iPod back from the shop and on shuffle.
"You hate people." "And yet I love gatherings."
It pretty much gets crazier every day here. Or as an old associate of mine once said about NASCAR driver Dale Jarrett, "gettin' weirder every week."
Anyway. Here's what's going on…
* Kip Wells came to the park today thinking he was the starting pitcher. He arrived, looked at the lineup card, and saw the same thing the rest of us did — that he was not, in fact, the starting pitcher. Instead, Brad Thompson starts tonight, Todd Wellemeyer tomorrow, and Wells is bumped back to Sunday. TLR told Thompson and Wellemeyer last night that they'd be moved up, but said he did not get an opportunity to tell Wells. Nor did he call him this afternoon. So Wells came to the park and found out by leading the lineup card. Urp.
* Adam Kennedy is sitting for a fourth straight day. TLR basically said, he had the benefit of the doubt because of his track record earlier in the year. Now, he still gets some of that, but the better player plays. So it's Spiezio at 2B and Ryan at SS against a RHP tonight. In talking to Derrick Goold and myself, Kennedy was a very good sport, said he understands that he's not the best option right now.
* Yadier Molina played catch, said he was encouraged, and we'll see how he comes through tomorrow.
* Tomo Ohka will start in Memphis tomorrow night. Coincidentally, that's the night Wellemeyer now starts for STL. I'm going to go out on a limb and guess that that's not a coincidence, but we'll see.
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A visual snapshot of the rowdy American debate over the Keystone XL pipeline played out Thursday on one of the world's most famous stages.
A couple of dozen people noisily protested the pipeline, and an assortment of news cameras followed them around. One or two project supporters heckled them. In the meantime, hundreds wandered past — some of them curious, others indifferent, and many apparently oblivious to the cause of the ruckus.
Native American drummers beat a drum during a rally on the National Mall in Washington Thursday to protest the proposed Keystone XL oil pipeline. — Photo by Manuel Balce Ceneta/The Associated Press
It all happened between the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and the famous reflecting pool on Washington's National Mall. Protesters had been promising an act of civil disobedience during demonstrations this week, and they speculated there might even be some arrests.
In the end, protesters left without incident, after a couple wandered into the water — which is not allowed. Police kept an eye on the group, but issued only a verbal warning, and let everyone leave.
Two protesters who stepped into the pool between the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument carried a banner saying: "Standing in the water could get me arrested. TransCanada (Corp.) pollutes drinking water and nothing happens."
It was like a microcosm of the entire Keystone discussion.
A new public-opinion poll issued this week suggested the pipeline was more popular than ever — with 61 per cent support from likely U.S. voters. The same Rasmussen poll of 1,000 Americans found 27 per cent opposed.
But the project has been stalled by the energetic effort of activists in Nebraska and in the ranks of of the Democratic party. It now appears unlikely Keystone would be approved before next year, if at all.
One of the protesters on hand Thursday was a junior member of Obama's own transition team and a former Democratic congressional staffer. Wizipan (Garriott) Little Elk served as Obama's liaison to aboriginal peoples in 2008.
"Let's not capitulate to multinational corporations and their greed," he said. The event was part of a week-long demonstration by a group of landowners and aboriginal groups, who have dubbed themselves the "Cowboys and Indians Alliance."
Little Elk was dismissive when asked whether the thousands of construction jobs might warrant an approval: "They're going to create, maybe, 30 permanent jobs? I run a corporation for our tribe and we've created 22 jobs over the last two years."
As the crowd approached the water, there was a bit of an argument in the background.
A man shouted: "We want the pipeline!" When a protester asked him to leave, he refused. Many bystanders quietly walked past. Some stopped to watch or take pictures — including Matt Dempsey, who works for an oil-industry group.
"It's not surprising there weren't too many people that actually showed for this event today," Dempsey said.
"There's overwhelming bipartisan support across the country for Keystone XL. So when you have a handful of protesters show up in Washington, D.C., on a beautiful day — I think it shows that the opponents are clearly losing momentum in their opposition to Keystone XL."
He also took exception to Little Elk's claim that the oil would end up being sold entirely on foreign markets, although proponents of the project can't say how much of the oil would stay in the country.
The Keystone debate raged on this week, in other forums.
The alumni association at University of California-Berkeley trumpeted a study challenging a main argument of project supporters, including the Canadian government and the oil industry.
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PERRY -- The Perry nuclear power plant is making electricity again, following a five-day shutdown because of an electrical problem on the non-nuclear side of the plant.
Operators synchronized the reactor to the high-voltage grid late Sunday afternoon. It was operating at about 35 percent of capacity Monday and is expected to reach full power later this week.
Perry shut itself down early in the morning on Jan. 22 after a blown fuse in the nearby turbine building cut power to pumps that supply water to the boiling water reactor as needed when the reactor is operating.
When this "feed-water" supply is interrupted, the plant automatically shuts downs, said Jennifer Young, spokeswoman for the FirstEnergy-owned reactor.
Engineers determined that the fuse had blown because of the cold temperatures in an area of the turbine building where the circuit box is located near a very large overhead door. Maintenance teams have installed electric heaters in the area of the door while engineers figure whether a more permanent solution is necessary.
Electrical circuits have occasionally been a problem in the past during periods of extremely cold weather, as occurred early last week, said Young.
In addition to the blown fuse on the system the troubleshooting team also found a switch on an inverter (which converts DC power to AC power) in the circuit did not function as expected, causing the power interruption.
Plant equipment powered by this circuit has been switched to an alternate power supply while testing and investigation on the initial circuit continues, Young added.
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Tom Hayes was a focal point on the Westfeld practice facility field Saturday during Tulane's spring football finale. A trim 60-year-old with thick white hair sticking out of the bottom of his Tulane cap, Hayes has the mobility of a fiery 20-something, seeming to cover the entire field in quick bursts of coaching.
Yes, he's back on a New Orleans field again. Hayes, a former Saints secondary coach (2006-07), was working outside of football last season, but got his coaching fix from hanging out with Green Wave defensive coordinator Steve Stanard and Hayes' good friend, head coach Bob Toledo, throughout the fall.
"Those two guys (Hayes and Toledo) go way back, so Tom was coming around during the season," Stanard said. "We got to be friends, and it was great just having him around talking ball. . . . He'd come around once a week last year, so we developed a good friendship. So when the time came and Greg (Jackson, former safeties coach) left (to take a job at Wisconsin), it was an easy deal. Wow, was it easy, the transition there."
The secondary is clearly benefitting from the addition of Hayes. Phillip Davis and Alex Lauricella -- the starting corners -- helped hold the Tulane passing offense scoreless in Saturday's scrimmage.
"Both he and Jason (Rollins, cornerbacks coach) are doing a good job back there with the secondary," Stanard said. "I'm pleased with it. He's a good teacher, he's been around football for a long time."
Hayes has a continuous chatter with the players throughout practice. It's his trademark.
"It's a position that doesn't have much margin for error," Hayes said. "Any mistakes they make at practice need instant feedback so they can learn on the spot, instead of waiting until after practice film sessions or the next day."
The addition of Hayes and interim linebacker coach Doug Colman, who is expected to be added permanently this summer, freed up Stanard to address concerns with the defensive line. The Tulane defense ranked 109th nationally (out of 120 teams) in run defense last season, giving up 204.83 yards per game.
Running back J.T. McDonald poked through that middle at least once during Saturday's spring game, but by and large, the defensive line did some work. Dezman Moses, who sat out last season as a transfer, had a sack, and teammate Justin Adams had another.
Rushing the leaders: The Tulane offense -- particularly the second team -- thrived on the ground in Saturday's scrimmage. With first-string tailback Albert Williams out with turf toe, McDonald led the rushers with 76 yards and two touchdowns on 11 carries. Stephen Barnett had 12 carries for 61 yards and a touchdown.
The passing game didn't have many big plays. Ryan Griffin completed six of 10 passes for 77 yards (12.8 yards per throw). Griffin's longest throw was a 21-yarder to Devin Figaro. Backup Kevin Moore played more downs, completing 10-of-20 for 53 yards. Joe Kemp, who was used more at receiver Saturday, did not complete any of his three passes.
Walk in the park: Devon Walker, who walked on the team last fall, had a team-high five solo tackles in the scrimmage. He, Trent Mackey and Taylor Echols led the defense with eight total tackles each.
Mackey had perhaps the biggest hit of the day. Griffin quick-snapped under center and handed off to McDonald. Although the defense wasn't lined up correctly when the ball was snapped, Mackey burst to McDonald for a smothering 5-yard loss.


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The cast is excellent, and the decision to set the play as a sort-of 50s television sitcom was inspired. I laughed a lot and really enjoyed the production.
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It was hard to get into the play specially understanding the language.
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The NVA Ensemble takes on Shakespeare in this uproarious farce about mistaken identity, love and mayhem. Imagine entering a strange land where all of the inhabitants are alien to you, but you are well known, even notorious, to them all. So is the story of Antipholus and his servant Dromio, when they visit a small town and accidentally step into the lives of their long-lost identical twins. A hilarious escapade for the audience and the actors together.


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Modern times call for modern attitudes in the modern workplace.
Xcel to donate $300,000
Xcel Energy announced Tuesday its plans to contribute $300,000 to Salvation Army centers in Amarillo, Pampa and Lubbock and to community action agencies in New Mexico to help people pay their electric bills.
Commander Cody
Twelve days ago, Craig Yenzer was in his Midland home, watching television during the last five minutes of Texas Tech's game at Nebraska. The 77,000 Cornhusker fans were in full throat, there's 65 yards and a swarming Nebraska defense in front of the Red Raiders and momentum against them, but there was a calm amidst all the chaos.
Divorces Granted: Potter County
Camilo Alarcon Guevara, Lee Ann Sultzbugh Alarcon
Potter Court At Law
Tia L. Williams. Judgment. Issuance of a bad check, Class C. Punishment assessed $200 fine and costs.
Randall County District Courts
James Andrew Russell. Judgment to revoke probation on two charges. Burglary of a habitation and possession of a controlled substance, more than 1 gram less than 4 grams. Punishment assessed five years in Texas Department of Criminal Justice Institutional Division on each charge.
Potter County District Courts
Vickie Diane Jackson. Deferred adjudication. Drug possession. Defendant received four years probation, $1,000 fine and costs.
Potter County Civil Court
The People's Federal Credit Union vs. Aaron Lane and Jennifer Geiger Lane. Default Judgment. Plaintiff to recover from defendants $23,423.81, attorney's fees, interest and costs.
Marriage Licenses Issued: Randall County
Mark Daniel Grady, Colleen Anne McMillan
Marriage Licenses Issued: Potter County
Patrick Dewayne Clemons, Sonya Denice Anderson
Potter County Court at Law No. 1
Barry Anthony Willis Jr. Judgment. False report, Class B. Punishment assessed 45 days in Potter County Detention Center and costs.
Divorces Granted: Randall County
Teodoro Castillo Campos, Mary Campos
Potter Court At Law No. 2
Joe Angel Montoya. Judgment. Theft, Class A. Punishment assessed 120 days in Potter County Detention Center, $450 fine and costs.
Randall County Court At Law
Amy Jo Ward. Deferred adjudication. Violation of protective order. Defendant received nine months probation and costs.
'Women of the Bible' artist plans events in Amarillo
Santa Fe, N.M., artist Sara Novenson will be honored at an art exhibit and champagne reception Saturday in the Galleries at Sunset Center, 3701 Plains Blvd.
Dr. Gott: Today's X-rays still require protection
DEAR DR. GOTT: A few months ago I went to the dentist, and the dental technicians (nurses) did not put the lead apron or shield over me (as I sat in the examination chair) when they took a single X-ray of a tooth. They positioned the point of the X-ray machine at my tooth and took the X-ray so quickly that I did not think about it until several hours later.
Sports humorist Stan Silliman will speak about "Finding Humor in Sports" and sign his new book, "Silliman on Sports," from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at Hastings Entertainment, 4301 W. 45th Ave., and from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday at Hastings Entertainment, 2001 S. Georgia St.
Fit for the Cure event today at Dillard's
Wacoal is sponsoring a Fit for the Cure event from noon to 6 p.m. today at Dillard's in Westgate Mall.
Dr. Gott: Castor oil not just for arthritis anymore
DEAR DR. GOTT: One of the participants in an arthritis self-help class (sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation) shared your column from April 20, 2004, and asked if anyone in the class had any experience with using castor oil for arthritis pain. Well, I had a lot to share with that class and a lot to share with you.
Heloise: Guide offers help with those stains
DEAR READERS: Has this happened to you? You find that perfect outfit ... you wear it one time, and ... it's stained. So, what can you do?
Dear Abby: Two share blame for drunken-driving crash
DEAR ABBY: "Lost in San Mateo" asked how she should deal with her longtime friend, "Heather." The two of them had been drinking, and Heather, who was driving, got into a car accident. Now Heather refuses to discuss the accident, and "Lost" asked you, "Don't you think I'm the victim?"
Heralds Of Spring: Think ahead for gardening
Area gardeners are gearing up for the inevitable first freeze of the year.
Dear Abby: Excuse of nudity doesn't wash
DEAR ABBY: My son-in-law insists on walking around naked after his shower. He claims that he's hot and must let his hemorrhoids air-dry. Abby, this man has four children, three of whom are girls ages 9, 7 and 4.
Heloise: Keep butter frozen
DEAR READERS: Here's a quick quiz for you: Where's the best place to store butter? The refrigerator or the freezer? You might learn something new, so read on.
Recipes offer treats you can make at home
Wine of the Week: Martin Ray Mariage Pinot Noir 2000
Dining By Design: Dinner to feature new rage in meat
Combine laughter with great food and you are in store for a memorable evening.
Girl Scouts selling nuts, chocolates
The Girl Scouts - Five Star Council is in the midst of its annual Fall Product Sale. Girl Scouts are taking orders for nuts and chocolates and will deliver orders beginning Oct. 31.
Sing Up Roundup
Club Amarillo Volleyball will hold tryouts for its Junior Olympic teams, ages 12-14, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 29 and 30; and ages 15-18 on Nov. 19 and 20 at Amarillo College.
Family Support Services needs store volunteers
Family Support Services is in need of volunteers at the thrift store to sort clothes, price items and assist the manager with everyday duties.
Burglar Alert
BURGLARIES ON OCT. 7 were on the 3600 block of Pine Street; the 2400 block of West Interstate 40; the 7700 block of Tripp Avenue; the 3500 block of Sleepy Hollow Boulevard; the 2100 block of Southeast 10th Avenue; the 900 block of East Amarillo Boulevard; the 2100 block of South Fairfield Street; the intersection of Southwest Third Avenue and South Ong Street; the 2300 block of Northwest Fifth Avenue; the 2800 block of South Van Buren Street; the 1300 block of Smiley Street; and the 5000 block of Rose Drive.
Student Crimestoppers: Thieves take collections; Crimestoppers asks help
While someone was moving into a residence in the 4700 block of Virginia Street, thieves took a highly valuable cowboy western spur collection, valued at $20,000, and an antique fishing lure collection, valued at $2,000.
Seventh-Grade Football: Austin Bears beat Houston Rangers
Austin Middle Schools seventh-grade teams beat Houston in games played Oct. 11. The Bears gold team defeated the Rangers, 27-8; Austin Silver blanked Houston, 24-0.
Eighth-Grade Football: Bowie Braves sweep Mann Buffaloes
Bowie Middle School's eighth-grade football teams swept Horace Mann in games played Oct. 12. The Braves' gold team triumphed, 16-6; as did silver, 6-0.
Students cited
Sanborn Elementary School named its students of the week for the past six weeks. Each grade honors two students, said Principal Margaret Mehringer.
Family Portrait
Five generations of the Higgins family recently gathered during the 96th birthday of Mildred Higgins.
Fannin Fencing Team to host tournament
THE FANNIN FENCING TEAM WILL HOST THE FANNIN OPEN ON Friday through Sunday at Fannin Middle School, 4627 S. Rusk St.
PARD Volleyball & Flag Football
Schools reward positive behavior
The first report cards have gone out, measuring students' achievements for the first six-weeks grading period.
Middle School Volleyball: Volleyball races heat up
The seventh-grade middle school volleyball teams tuned up in matches played Oct. 12 in advance of the seventh-grade volleyball tournament at Austin Middle School.
Club Amarillo wins bronze bracket at tournament
Club Amarillo 12-1's Ikaika recently competed in the Junior National Olympic Volleyball Championships in Salt Lake City and finished 17th by winning the bronze bracket.
Organizers of the recent Just Between Friends Childrens and Maternity Consignment Event at Paramount Terrace Christian Church Gymnasium donated a portion of sales to the Eveline Rivers Christmas Project.
Guild to present arts, crafts show
The Amarillo Little Theatre Guild will present its 33rd Annual AFWC Arts & Crafts Show from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the Amarillo Federation of Women's Clubs, 2001 Civic Circle.
Sweet Winner
Bluebell Creameries came to Whittier Elementary School on Sept. 27 and presented bilingual teacher Cindy Lewis with four half-gallons of ice cream, including her favorite, Dutch Chocolate, and 565 students and their teachers and staff with ice cream sandwiches to honor Lewis as one of the Texas regional teachers of the year.
The Amarillo Globe-News Friends & Neighbors section publishes team sports photographs as a free public service.
Equestrians garner awards at meet
Youth from Amarillo and Canyon recently participated in the American Quarter Horse Association's Region 8 Regional Experience in Tulsa, Okla.
Lone Star Ballet's New Facilities: To Die For
Lone Star Ballet has taken some major steps toward loss prevention since mice devoured the Christmas tree used in the annual production of "The Nutcracker" last year.
Lions eyeglass program helping children to see
The Lions High Plains Eyeglass Program has been dedicated to collecting, cleaning and recycling used eyeglasses for more than 40 years, concentrating on the vision needs of children.
Camp Fire to sponsor open houses Thursday
Camp Fire USA will celebrate Lights On Afterschool with open houses Thursday at three Amarillo Independent School District campuses to raise awareness of the critical need for after-school programs.
Kids Inc. honors volunteers
Kids Inc. named Roy Harkins and Bill Bandy its volunteers of the month for July and August, respectively, at its board meeting Sept. 27.
Globe-News moves Docket to daily pages
The Docket has found a permanent home in the Today section of Wednesday's Globe-News beginning today.
Necessity leads to this mother's invention
More than 10 years ago, Tanya Sluder was a mom to the rescue on "invention day" when her daughter Jill was a first-grader.
Bonham to host Dallas Brass concert Nov. 9
Bonham Middle School will host a concert by the Dallas Brass on Nov. 9 after the school's music students spend the afternoon in rehearsals and clinics.
For A Good Cause
Shaun Lawson, from left, Will Hopper and Kasey Wilson, members of a Canyon High School freshman dodgeball team, won a tournament Oct. 7 to benefit the United Way of Amarillo & Canyon.
Wesley Menus
Lunches are served at noon.
Bowling Results
School Lunch Menus
Globe-News High School Football Honor Roll
Metro High School Football Capsules
Lahnert: Dippel isn't big on numbers, but 250 isn't bad
Larry Dippel is sitting at a Golden Corral table Wednesday at just past noon talking with the media about tonight's game with Lubbock Coronado.
Heath: Bushland volleyballers not playing like rookies
If there is a more interesting situation developing in the area right now than the one developing in Bushland, I'd love to know what it is.
Amarillo Globe-News - Team of the Week
Plainview Bulldogs
Stats Requested
Area football coaches are asked to call or fax statistics to the Globe-News sports department by 3 p.m. each Wednesday.
Harris Ratings, Sixmanfootball.com Rankings
H.S. Volleyball: Tascosa surprises Coronado, clinches share of playoff spot
Tascosa clinched at least a share of third place in District 2-5A in style Tuesday night, going on the road and knocking off district leader Lubbock Coronado, 25-14, 25-18, 17-25, 19-25, 16-4.
Globe-News High School Football Class Acts
Can Houston bounce back?
ST. LOUIS - Brad Lidge could become just a forgotten footnote.
Blast off: Astros head for Series
ST. LOUIS - All that for nothing. All that conjecture about the Houston Astros flapping out of control like a punctured balloon following Monday's ninth-inning debacle.
Historical museum to host fashion show, champagne buffet
Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum will host "Encore! An Elegant Evening" fashion show and champagne buffet beginning at 7 p.m. Friday in the Hazlewood Lecture Hall on the West Texas A&M University campus.
Chisum backs effort to ban gay marriage
Railroad relocation, bail denial and judge oversight were talked about some, but the definition of marriage dominated a League of Women Voters forum Tuesday night.
Gorillas' Andersen sparked by interest for a better life
Eric Andersen is the first to admit the city of Amarillo has been good to him.
AC nursing program to benefit from grant
More than 500 students are waiting to enter Amarillo College's nursing programs.
Panel OKs expansion at tennis center
The Parks and Recreation Commission approved park ordinances and reviewed the proposed plan for the expansion of the tennis center Tuesday.
Amarillo Nursing Center cleared
Separate investigations by the Amarillo Police Department and the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services found no evidence that two nursing home patients were sexually assaulted at Amarillo Nursing Center earlier this year, officials said Tuesday.
Local business gives 3,500 free WT tickets
Backyard Adventures purchased 3,500 tickets to Saturday's West Texas A&M University football game to distribute for free.
Schools: Security system worked
Two gun-related incidents at local schools have raised a few eyebrows, but school officials say they're not adopting any new safety procedures. They believe systems are already in place to secure the campuses.
Missouri killings may have Pampa link
A Missouri investigation has caught the interest of Texas authorities trying to solve the slayings of three people in rural Pampa.
A pet project
Karen Song, owner of Sweet Creations in Amarillo, has created another product that's pretty sweet.
WT pares candidate list to 10 president hopefuls
A field of about 35 candidates for West Texas A&M University president was cut by about 10 applicants at a search committee meeting on campus, though the application period has not closed, the committee chairman said.
2 men, a woman rob two boys at knife point
Two men and a woman threatened two juvenile boys with a knife during a reported robbery Monday night.
CISD parents hear boundary proposal
Enrollment at Randall High School would increase by about 270 students over the next four years under proposed boundary line changes designed to alleviate crowding in the Canyon Independent School District.
Amarillo soldier killed by explosion in Iraq
From the day Tommy Folks Jr. enlisted in the Army, his father never stopped worrying about him. He hoped a casualty-assistance officer wound never come to his door.
Fast Eddie's wins initial OK from city
A new Fast Eddie's Billiards in Wellington Square cleared a hurdle at City Hall on Tuesday, but it's not out of the woods yet.
Conference expected to draw 2,000
About 2,000 women are expected to attend the Total Freedom Fest conference Friday and Saturday at the Amarillo Civic Center.
Randall jail still under lockdown
The entire Randall County Jail remained locked down Tuesday as the investigation of what officials call an attempted escape continued.
Ones to Watch: Christy Phommasak
A photo cpation in Tuesday's Amarillo Globe-News incorrectly identified Edie Davis as a client of Consumer Credit Counseling Service. Davis is an employee who was part of a photo illustration.
Blaze causes $15,000 in damage to home
Amarillo firefighters battled a blaze that erupted in an Amarillo home Wednesday afternoon and caused about $15,000 in damage.
Independent prosecutor set for Perales case
CLOVIS, N.M. - The 9th Judicial District Attorney's Office announced Wednesday that an independent prosecutor will proceed with the prosecution of a Curry County commissioner charged with false imprisonment.
Church members pursue lower speed limits on Soncy
Paramount Terrace Christian Church members who want slower traffic near their new property may get part of what they want in the short run and the rest in the long run.
New airport eyed in Randall
The state and Randall County are studying putting a new airport in the county to service businesses.
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Larry Dean Culwell
BORGER - Larry Dean Culwell, 56, died Monday, Oct. 17, 2005, in Amarillo.
Rosa Lee Dunn
DUMAS - Rosa Lee Dunn, 91, died Saturday, Oct. 15, 2005.
Ila May Niles
Ila May Niles, 99, of Amarillo died Monday, Oct. 17, 2005.
Martha Mesta Amador
OPTIMA, OKLA. - Martha Mesta Amador, 27, died Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005.
Hilda Gerber Heiman
Hilda Gerber Heiman, 92, of Amarillo died Monday, Oct. 17, 2005, in Panhandle.
Charles Jackson Wesley
HAPPY - Charles Jackson Wesley, 93, died Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005, in Amarillo.
Herman Darryl
TEXARKANA - Herman Darryl, 93, died Monday, Oct. 17, 2005.
Rosa Rojas
DALHART - Rosa Rojas, 89, died Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005.
Louise Byrd Hancock
TULIA - Louise Byrd Hancock, 94, died Monday, Oct. 17, 2005, in Canyon.
Isabel Esquibel
OPTIMA, OKLA. - Isabel Esquibel, 6, died Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005.
Stella Kirkland
SHAMROCK - Stella Kirkland, 74, died Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005, in Amarillo.
Sherry Youngblood
Sherry Youngblood, 68, of Amarillo died Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005.
Ralph E. Cote
Ralph E. Cote, 45, of Amarillo died Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005.
Mary Anna Walters
Mary Anna Walters, 80, of Amarillo died Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005.
Leticia Martina Ayala Villa
Leticia Martina Ayala Villa, 28, of Amarillo died Monday, Oct. 17, 2005.
Hilda Gerber Heiman
Hilda Gerber Heiman, 92, of Amarillo died Monday, Oct. 17, 2005, in Panhandle.
Charline McDowell
HOLLIS, OKLA. - Charline McDowell, 76, formerly of Hollis, died Sunday, Oct. 16, 2005, in Amarillo.
Geraldine Hearn
Geraldine Hearn, 75, of Amarillo died Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005.
Barbara Lynn Guzman
Barbara Lynn Guzman, 44, of Amarillo died Sunday, Oct. 16, 2005.
Billy Joe Clayborn
Billy Joe Clayborn, 72, of Amarillo died Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005.
Dicky Ray Mitchell
BORGER - Dicky Ray Mitchell, 51, died Monday, Oct. 17, 2005, in Amarillo.
Mackey Don "Mack" Boyett
Mackey Don "Mack" Boyett, 52, of Amarillo died Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005.
Lloyd Agee
FRITCH - Lloyd Agee, 69, died Monday, Oct. 17, 2005.
Editorial: Of note: Roller's legacy is music to Amarillo's ears
Imagine a legacy that leaves a community rejoicing to the sound of music. Such a legacy is real. It is the gift that A. Clyde Roller leaves to Amarillo and the Panhandle.
Guest Column: Commission should reflect city's diversity
It is unfortunate that "lawsuit" rather than "litigation" has been used to describe the interaction between the Concerned Citizens for Fair Representation and the city of Amarillo.
Editorial: Student help is key weapon
Ask a parent or a schoolteacher to identify the most efficient communication system possible and they'll likely respond in kind: the student population in any school in America.
Henry: Making a list of who's naughty, nice
When Robert Bauman, Jr., former chairperson of the Amarillo Advisory Library Board, was told of The Washington Post's list of the Top 10 "Most Frequently Challenged Books in 2004," he wondered about an omission.
Guest Column: Humans aren't 'supreme,' as fun as that would be
Many people worked for years designing and producing a robot that would be usable to some extent. The computer, also of human design, was in the works for several years before it finally emerged in its present form.
Editorial: Amarillo need not go down without a constitutional fight
It appears all but certain that Amarillo's at-large city election process will come under fire in court.
Editorial: Discharge military from relief effort
Gov. Rick Perry is right and President Bush is wrong about the role of the U.S. military in responding to domestic disasters.
Local Charities
Trained volunteers appointed by judges make recommendations on the quickest and best possible placement for children removed from their homes due to abuse, neglect or abandonment. Volunteers serve as the eyes and ears of the courts.
Lending a helping hand
No child wants to go home to an empty house after school. Thats where Buckner Children and Family Services comes in.
Lady Buffs host ENMU
The West Texas A&M volleyball team returns home after an eight-match road streak to play host to Lone Star Conference South Division rival Eastern New Mexico at 7 tonight in the WT Fieldhouse.
Scherr leads Lady Buffs past Lubbock Christian
LUBBOCK - Jessica Scherr had 23 kills and 14 digs as the West Texas A&M volleyball team knocked off Lubbock Christian, 30-23, 19-30, 30-25, 30-26 on Tuesday night.
My Two Cents: With three regular-season football games left, who is West Texas A&M's most valuable player?
He might not be the most visible player on the field, but if you look closely enough he's difficult to miss.
Different QB, same results
What happened Saturday at Abilene easily sums up the quarterback situation at West Texas A&M.
Giles: Buffs' success puts fans in the seats
There is no substitute for winning. It's a statement as old as time itself where athletics are concerned.
Lady Buffs goalie Anderson earns Lone Star Conference honor
West Texas A&M goalie Sarah Anderson was named Lone Star Conference defensive player of the week for recording a pair of shutouts in soccer games last week.
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DAPHNE, Alabama -- A site plan for a 19-building, 240-unit apartment complex on the city's south side off U.S. 98 received the green light by the Daphne Planning Commission last week.
Mobile-based Big Sandy LLC is developing the 20-acre site, southeast of the intersection of Johnson Road and the state highway, as Colonnade at Eastern Shore. Heritage Construction Company out of Madison, Miss. is handling the project engineered by Hutchinson, Moore & Rauch LLC of Daphne.
The complex's three-story apartment buildings will be serviced by 619 parking spaces, one 5,697-square-foot clubhouse, a pool, one mail kiosk, a dog park and a maintenance area, city documents show. A 50-foot undisturbed buffer will remain intact on the south and east boundaries and a 10-foot buffer will be left on the northeast boundary.
The main access point will be on U.S. 98 south of Johnson Road. A second access will be on Johnson Road near the Daphmont Subdivision.
The entire project is expected to be complete in 2015. The Daphne Planning Commission approved the development's site plan during its March 27 meeting and will not go before the council.
The project is the same site as the proposed Springs at Eastern Shore subdivision that was rezoned from B-2, general business, to R-4, high-density multi-family residential, in 2008 for Big Sandy LLC.
According to city documents, the developers are still working to get approvals from state and federal agencies for traffic and drainage improvements.
A traffic study conducted for the project shows that vehicle volume on U.S. 98 has decreased since a daily peak of 33,060 motorists in 2007 but is slowly increasing with a project volume of 30,950 by 2015. According to study, Colonnade at Eastern Shore will generate 1,596 two-way driveway trips per day with most significant impact being 98 exiting vehicles during the morning peak and 96 entering at evening peak hours.
Road improvements will include upgrading the U.S. 98 and Johnson Road intersection at the existing traffic light, a deceleration lane for the U.S. 98 access point and a new turn lane on Johnson Road for westbound traffic.
A large area of the site is an old dirt pit. In a staff review of the project, Public Works Director Richard Johnson said, "Plans indicate the retrofit and expansion of the drainage structures under and along U.S. 98 will greatly improve the functionality, serviceability and safety of the drainage system post construction. This work will also result in the fill and stabilization of a severe head cut of the drainage way.
"Overall the design appears well executed and is a good redevelopment of an impaired tract of land."
The project will incorporate terraces with "massive retaining walls," Johnson noted in his report. He cautioned that "engineers and contractors will need to take extraordinary care during construction to contain and control stormwater runoff."


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Oswego, NY -- A complaint has been filed against Oswego County Legislator Shawn Doyle, R-Richland, concerning his use of an office in the Barclay Courthouse in Pulaski.
Legislature Chairman Barry Leemann, R-Amboy, said the complaint has been turned over to the Oswego County Ethics Board. The board's next meeting will be sometime in January.
Leemann said "more than one" Republican legislator filed the complaint stating the "improprieties may be against our ethics policy." He would not name the legislators who filed the complaint.
Leemann said he looked into the complaint a bit himself and found Doyle was using an office in the Barclay Courthouse, which is owned by the county, for non-county business. He said Doyle possibly was using the office in his role as town of Richland historian and as president of the Half-Shire Historical Society in Richland.
The Half-Shire Historical Society covers the towns of Albion, Amboy, Boylston, Orwell, Osceola/Florence, Parish, Redfield, Richland, Sandy Creek and Williamstown, according to its website.
Doyle, who ran unopposed in November for a fourth two-year term as legislator representing Pulaski and most of Richland, said "I have nothing to hide."
"This action is retaliation because I led the charge to fairly bid the IQS data management contract," Doyle said Wednesday. "The way that contract was bid was absolutely corrupt."
The county Legislature has been trying to award a new contract for data management work on documents such as deeds, mortgages and court records filed in the county clerk's office. Each time bids were received there was a problem that led to bids being thrown out and the contract being rebid.
Clay-based firm Info Quick Solutions, also known as IQS, has had the contract and has submitted bids for the new contract. Doyle said the office complaint against him "is part of my advocacy for the contract to be bid fairly and fully transparent."
Doyle said an agreement was reached between former Legislature Chairman Russ Johnson and former Richland Supervisor Jim Atkinson to allow Doyle to use a small room in the Barclay Courthouse to store historical records and meet with residents and students doing research projects.
Doyle said Richland pays the county rent for town offices in the courthouse.
Leemann said his information shows the town of Richland pays the phone bill at the Barclay office, but the county pays for the Internet connection. Doyle said he bought the computer he uses at the courthouse and there is no phone in the office.
"Some of the comments made to me are 'does any legislator have the right to use a county office for non-county purposes?'¤" Leemann said.
Contact Debra J. Groom at this email address, 470-3254 or 251-5586


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Diva Martha Stewart has a lot to celebrate - not
only is she just 48 hours away from freedom, but
Wednesday morning, her cancelled syndicated show
"Martha Stewart Living" received three
Daytime Emmy nominations.
Stewart is said to be so excited about returning
to work that she'll report to her corporate headquarters
in midtown Manhattan as early as Saturday. "I
would imagine that's what she wants to do,"
agreed Martha's billionaire buddy, Donald Trump.
Trump will serve as an executive producer of Stewart's
upcoming "Apprentice" spin-off, and
inside sources tell "Extra" that The
Donald will provide one of his personal aircrafts
to fly Martha from prison to her estate in Bedford,
New York, where she'll finish out her sentence
under house arrest.
Meanwhile, Martha is getting advice from celebrity
publicist Lizzie Grubman, who knows all about
bouncing back from a scandal. "Martha is
going to be fine," Grubman insisted. "She's
great. She's a good friend of mine.
Lizzie earned notoriety following an infamous
traffic accident in the Hamptons. But later this
month, she's starring in her own reality show
called "Power Girls" on MTV. "I
can't wait to see Martha," Lizzie added.
"She's a survivor, and she's going to be
on top of the world."
And last night there were air kisses and warm
wishes for Stewart at a star-studded party, hosted
by socialite songwriter Denise Rich, celebrating
Joan Collins' new book.
"I think the woman is incredible," Rich
told us of Martha. "I just hope she's going
to be hugely successful. If she wants, I'll write
a song for her!"
"She's coming back big time," Joan Collins
added. "Good on you, Martha. I approve."
Even Regis Philbin had warm wishes for Martha:
"America loves a comeback and this in every
sense of the word is going to be a comeback for
Martha Stewart."
For more Martha, check out the current cover of
"Newsweek," which shows Martha's head
pasted onto a model's body, illustrating that
America's favorite home maker is coming home 20
pounds lighter -- but bigger than ever.


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LOPATCONG — On Sept. 11, at about 12:40 a.m. Lopatcong Police Officer Louis LaFord stopped a motor vehicle on Route 22 west at the Key Diner after seeing it swerve out of its lane several times on Route 57 west approaching Route 22, police said.
LaFord smelled alcohol coming from the vehicle while speaking with driver Jose Andres Morales, 26, of Washington Borough and asked him to perform a field sobriety test. Morales was "physically unable" to do so safely, police said. While LaFord attempted to confirm Morales' identity, Morales began to urinate on the driver side rear tire.
Morales was charged with lewdness and disorderly conduct and issued motor vehicle summonses for failing to maintain lane, driving under the influence, reckless driving and for being an unlicensed driver. He was released pending a municipal court appearance.
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