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Archive » December 31, 2008
Letters to the Editor
By Community Letter
Thank You for Your Support
Mere thanks are not enough to express the immense gratitude I have to each and every person and organization that has reached out to me during this horrible time since my daughter Talia's death. From the very beginning of this terrible nightmare, when I received that first call informing me that the plane my daughter, her father and her friend were on was missing until this very moment in time, this entire community that we live in has reached out and embraced me and my family in the most heartwarming way. From making phone calls to bringing food, and most of all by sending love, prayers, and support, all of you have helped me more than any words can possibly express. Saying 'thank you' to all of you does not begin to express the deep gratitude that I have for your care and concern.
It is impossible to thank every one by name. There are so many people at Crane School, as well as here in our wonderful community of Montecito and Santa Barbara, as well as throughout our nation that have helped on so many levels that I cannot possibly put everyone's name down without accidentally leaving out someone's, simply because I do not even know everyone that has helped! That is how huge the effort to help me has been and I will be forever grateful.
Nothing can bring back my amazing daughter, or her father, nor will anything relieve me of my sorrow, but all of you have touched my life so deeply with your love, support and help, that I will never, ever, forget it. So, thank you, from the depths of my heart and soul.
Kim Klein
The Miramar: Setting the Record Straight
I'm not in the habit of writing letters to the editor but it's time. The last several editions have featured long articles by Bob Hazard, a former developer of hotels, extolling the virtues of the new Miramar plan and criticizing the slowness of the planning process in Montecito. He charges the decision makers to push this project through in six months or Mr. Caruso may back out of the deal. This is just not true. Caruso has more than $52 million invested already and he's a very sophisticated developer whose done his homework…he knows that a 200-room hotel on 16 acres on the coast in Montecito is special.
Everyone wants this project to be built and the sooner the better...no argument there, but every developer who comes to Santa Barbara County knows there is a process which must be followed (which is not much different than other counties) and believe it or not, they expect it. Much of the process is required under State law and the rest is required by the County. Mr. Caruso only submitted a complete package (which would be required by any County) a couple of months ago. The Montecito Board of Architectural Review and the Montecito Planning Commission have already given the project preliminary review. The Montecito Association's Land Use Committee and the Association's Board have been working closely with Mr. Caruso from the day he purchased the property…no one is dragging their feet.
Most people think Montecito is a special place and so do developers. The Community Plan was completed after 6 years and over 100 public meetings and approved by the County and the State in 1992. It has served us well; it is our primary planning document and it is not broken. The Montecito Association has worked diligently for 60 years to preserve and protect the community from intense development and deserves credit for this special place. Given our zoning, this Miramar project will be the only other hotel built in our community in our lifetime. It happens to be at the gateway to the community and highly visible, which is a developer's dream, but shouldn't the community have some say about the project?
If you saw the story poles at the Miramar toward the end of last year (the developer only left them up for 15 days so you might have missed them), you saw a huge project. When you exited 101 either northbound or southbound, they were huge. From San Ysidro Road, from Eucalyptus Road, from North and South Jameson and from the overpass, they were huge. The main building is 52.5 feet high from the existing grade vs. Montecito's 35-foot height limit. From the main building stretching more than 400 feet down South Jameson west to Eucalyptus, there is a line of two-story buildings that are 29 feet tall behind a 10-foot-high sound wall. The buildings are set back only 20 feet from South Jameson, creating a "fortress effect."
The rest of South Jameson going east down to the freeway access has more buildings including a huge ballroom. The Community Plan specifically refers to the Miramar and requires that it be "predominately one-story and cottage style." This is not "cottage style." The developer has used the two-story "fortress effect" to enhance the interior of his project. If approved as submitted, most of us will rarely use the project but we will drive by it and view it from many different vantage points everyday and shake our heads and ask "how did that ever get approved?"
A few more specifics: Caruso's project has 169,293 sq. ft. of floor area versus 115,797 sq. ft. in the Schrager Plan or 46% more, and the Schrager plan is the approved project by which this new plan is to be compared. Standing on the boardwalk and looking north toward the mountains, because of the building heights, 50% of the mountains are obliterated despite the requirement in the Community Plan that "mountain views are to be preserved." Part of the project calls for abandoning Miramar Lane, the street that parallels Eucalyptus and historically has been used for public parking and walking to the beach. Caruso is providing a great deal of public parking along South Jameson but by abandoning Miramar Lane, he has picked up considerably more land to build on (this represents probably a $3-million gift to the developer).
The architecture is plantation style, not Montecito cottage style. While many people are not happy with it, I don't mind it… it's attractive and tasteful. There are other good things about the project: there is more parking than Schrager's project and most of it is underground. The landscaping is attractive and the retention of the old Miramar Tennis Club is a plus for those local members. The interior layout and amenities (such as the spa) for the guests are first class and the demand for hotel rooms in Montecito should ensure its success. So what do I think needs to be changed?
The 21 two-story units from the hotel entrance west down to Eucalyptus should be one story and set back an additional 15 feet from South Jameson to eliminate the "fortress effect" for this 400 feet of road. The landscaped 10-foot-high sound wall should be set back the same amount. There is plenty of room on the interior of this 16-acre parcel to put the 21 second-story units. Tony Harbor, a very respected architect who serves on the Montecito Association Land Use Committee and Board had an excellent solution for the 52-feet-high main building...eliminate the high roof pitch and make it a flat roof. Many fine projects use modern, contemporary flat roofs and the contrast with the cottages' pitched roofs would make it a signature building. Just those two changes along South Jameson, which badly affect the community, would at the same time preserve the mountain views and come closer to achieving the "cottage style" which is a very basic requirement of the Community Plan. If you are concerned about this project, I encourage you to email the Montecito Association at: montecitoassociation.org
Dick Thielscher
(Publisher's Note: You have made excellent points and your suggestion of a "flat roof" is worthy of Mr. Caruso's consideration. A flat roof may improve mountain visibility, but we are not sure what a plantation style cottage with a flat roof would look like, or whether it would fit in with the other pitched roof cottages.
The "fortress affect" is also a concern, but the constant noise of the 101 freeway makes it almost necessary. Back when the Miramar first opened, the freeway wasn't the busy beast it is now. Also, if expansion continues on the 101 freeway and a third lane is added (and it inevitably will be), the Miramar will be that much closer to the freeway. Few people would pay top dollar to stay at a high-priced roadside motel within earshot of constant highway noise when the Biltmore is right around the corner, unless that noise level is mitigated.
We too feel the community should have some say in a project of this magnitude but it is not the community that is putting up the money to recreate the Miramar hotel. No matter the size of the developer or how deep his pockets, we should be respectful to the costs associated with delays, redesigns, and complications. – TLB)
Worried by the Looming Monstrosity
After seeing the story poles for the proposed project at the corner of Coast Village Road and Olive Mill, I would like to express my dismay. I find it hard to believe that a building so extremely large and out of scale is seriously being considered to replace our much needed 76 station.
Every time I drive by the looming monstrosity that has turned part of Chapala street into a claustrophobic corridor, I feel sad and mad. How did that get built? Please don't allow something similarly inappropriate and disturbing to be built in his neighborhood. Those poles told a scary story.
Daphne Moore
(Publisher's Note: We believe this project, if built, will be reduced in size by a considerable amount. – TLB)
Measure R 2008 Effect on Home Sales
Let's take a look at the cost and effect that the taxpayer cost of this bond measure will have on new home sales in the district. According to the latest year-end figures, the median price for a home in the district is $2,900,000.
The best estimate (could be more!) of the tax rate to fund this bond is $28.70 per $100,000 of assessed valuation. On a median-priced home sale that would equal $832 per year, for 31 years (the life of the bond); the total cost would be $25,801.
This surcharge will discourage buyers who are concerned about taxes from purchasing homes in our district and in effect lower the value of your property. If you agree, vote No Bonds... NO on Measure R2008.
David Strauss
Cold Spring School District Voter
Considering the Cold Spring School Bond
Cold Spring School District wants to make improvements to the school and that's going to cost money. The fact that the School District needs to spend quite a bit of money to make the upgrades means there is inevitable opposition from some in the community. Anything that involves a tax often receives a reflex reaction against it. However, I support the School District's desire to improve Cold Spring School and I encourage all voters in the District to vote in favor of Proposition R.
No one likes to pay taxes. But unlike income and sales taxes where most of the money leaves our community and goes to support who knows what, the taxes raised for a school bond go to an important and very specific purpose in our own community.
Our own future depends to a great extent on how well the current generation of children competes in a global marketplace. These children will succeed against counterparts in India and China by virtue of their education and their creativity. Don't we owe it to these kids to give them the best facilities in which to develop and learn?
Also consider that a key reason why the students of Cold Spring School rank in the top fraction of one percent of all California public schools is because of the outstanding faculty and staff the school has. Don't we want to support that faculty and staff by giving them modern facilities in which to instruct the students? The faculty and staff have a choice of where they choose to work. Providing them desirable facilities to work in will certainly influence whether they decide to stay at Cold Spring School or go elsewhere.
Please consider what the Santa Barbara County Courthouse would be like if those who didn't want to "waste money on public buildings" had won the day when a bond to build the courthouse was on the ballot. The County Courthouse stands as a monument to those that believe that sometimes it is necessary for taxpayers to step up and do the right thing for the entire community and for future generations. Cold Spring School is a precious community asset and it should also be a testament to those with a vision of the future.
Despite the fact that our children no longer attend Cold Spring School, my wife and I will be voting in favor of the bond and I strongly encourage all voters in the Cold Spring School District to do the right thing on February 5th, and vote in favor of Proposition R2008.
Stephen Dougherty
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WASHINGTON — Residents congregated in the municipal parking lot here last Friday afternoon to buy food from local vendors and meet Sherman "the famous pig" as a part of the borough's weekly farmer's market.
Sherman is a pot-belly pig and member of the Delta Society Pet Therapy Program. Attendees took turns petting Sherman.
"He was kind of just moving and grooving and hanging out and having a good time," said Sandi Cerami, executive director of the Washington Borough Business Improvement District.
Because times are tough economically, Cerami said she sees particular value in events like these. "It's great to see a community with a center and a focal point for people to share," she said. "We're trying to make it a lot of fun."
Cerami said the BID is excited about two upcoming farmer's market events: a pie-baking contest on Friday, Aug. 3, and a Kid's Craft on Friday, Aug 10.
She also said the market is important to sustaining the local community's farmers. "We're really trying to bring the community together and make it a vibrant community. That's the message here and that's how the farmer's market will sustain itself and the community."
This year's vendors include: Maxwell's Farm, Aspen Ridge Farm, Stone Row Acres, All in the Icing, Grandma Jo, The Sausage Man and Around the World in 80 Cakes.
The farmer's market runs every Friday, 3-7 p.m. from June 22 to Sept. 28.

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I have a confession: I had never made cinnamon rolls before. I love them, and I've eaten more than my fair share over my lifetime, but I've never actually attempted to make them myself. I've had my eye on several cinnamon roll recipes over the last year and finally decided last weekend that it was time. Cinnamon rolls had to be made. Steve gave me The Pioneer Woman's Cookbook for Christmas and her delicious-looking, mouth-watering recipe for cinnamon rolls seemed perfect for the occasion.
I made the cinnamon rolls and immediately cursed myself for not making them sooner. Why did I wait so long? Why hadn't I made them every single weekend? How foolish of me. These cinnamon rolls are even better than they look. They are soft, cinnamon and sugary, and very gooey. They are the kind that you have to eat with a fork. And then lick the plate clean.
This recipe is definitely a keeper and one that I'll be making again very soon. In fact, I have one pan frozen in the freezer that I'll enjoy later this weekend. You should make some this weekend, too. You won't regret it.
Cinnamon Rolls
From The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Recipes of an Accidental Country Girl
Makes approximately 2 dozen rolls
For the rolls:
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons (1 package) active dry yeast
4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 tablespoon salt
About 1 cup melted butter
1 cup Sugar
3-4 tablespoons ground cinnamon
For the maple icing:
1 bag (2 lbs) Powdered Sugar
2 teaspoons Maple Flavoring
1/2 cups Milk
1/4 cups Melted Butter
1/4 cups Brewed Coffee
1/8 teaspoons Salt
Combine the milk, vegetable oil and sugar in a pan and bring just to a boil, when bubbles appear at the edges. Turn off heat and leave to cool for about 30 minutes. When the mixture is lukewarm to warm, sprinkle in the yeast and let it sit for a minute. Then add 4 cups of the flour. Stir mixture together. Cover and let rise for at least an hour.
After rising for at least an hour, add the last 1/2 cup of flour, the baking powder, baking soda and salt. Stir mixture together.
When you are ready to prepare the rolls, sprinkle rolling surface generously with flour. Take half the dough and form a rough rectangle. Then roll the dough thin, maintaining a general rectangular shape. Drizzle 1/4 to 1/2 cup melted butter over the dough. Then sprinkle 1/2 cup of sugar over the butter followed by half of the cinnamon.
Begin rolling up the dough, trying to keep it tight. Pinch the seams of the roll together to seal it. Cut the rolls approximately 1 inch thick.
Generously grease your baking pan with butter. You can use a pie pan, cake pan, rimmed sheet pan, etc. Place the cut rolls in the prepared pan. Repeat this process with the other half of the dough. Let the rolls rise for 20 to 30 minutes.
Bake at 375 degrees until light golden brown (not too dark), about 15 to 18 minutes.
For the icing, mix together all ingredients listed and stir well until smooth. It will be thick but pourable. Taste and adjust as needed. Generously drizzle over the warm rolls.
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5 Responses to Cinnamon Rolls
Sheridan says:
Hi, Annalise. What a great blog! And these cinnamon rolls look soooo good. I like The Pioneer Woman Cooks – I'm gonna have to try out this recipe too. 🙂
David says:
The pics looks soo good that you feel you'd reach out and pick 'em. Great post
Samantha says:
Every Christmas my mom bakes a pack of Pillsbury cinnamon rolls, but this year, I'm tempted to make them myself! This recipe looks amazing, but even halving the recipe would make too many for my small family of 4! Are they freezable after they're cooked? or can I quarter the recipe? Any suggestions? 🙂
Donna M says:
I have made these several times and they are well worth the work. The only change I made is I used brown sugar instead of granulated. I like the texture and flavor better. Delicious!!
Zehra says:
Best Best Best recipe of Cinnamon rolls..my son loves it …pinned!!
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Developing the future together: UNESCO contributes to the fifth Internet Governance Forum
The 5th meeting of the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) will be held in Vilnius, Lithuania, from 14 to 17 September 2010. It will focus on the following issues: managing critical Internet resources, security, openness and privacy, access and diversity, Internet governance for development, taking stock of Internet governance and the way forward, and cloud computing.
During the four-day Forum UNESCO will provide various spaces for inclusive discussion on the Organization's key contribution to the Internet Governance debate. In particular, UNESCO will organize two workshops:
- Privacy and Social Networking (16 September)
This workshop will bring together worldwide stakeholders and take a broader approach to examine the interaction between privacy protection, freedom of expression and security.
- Freedom of Connection - Freedom of Expression: The Changing Legal and Regulatory Ecology Shaping the Internet (14 September)
This event is a follow-up to a well attended discussion on Internet Censorship and Filtering by the participants of IGF 2009 in Sharm el Sheikh. UNESCO will take this opportunity to release an in-depth analysis entitled Freedom of Connection - Freedom of Expression: The Changing Legal and Regulatory Ecology Shaping the Internet. This report, conducted by the Oxford Internet Institute, builds upon previous discussions and provides a panorama of observations and useful exploration of the subject.
UNESCO will also organize an open forum to present its activities on multilingualism in cyberspace, open educational resources and open access to scientific information. This forum, which will stress the importance of freedom of expression and information along with privacy and personal data protection, is the UNESCO contribution to a main session on security and openness.
In addition, UNESCO will install an exhibition stand throughout the Forum at IGF Villages to present the Organization's overall activities and programmes.
Internet Governance is a core concern for UNESCO. The Organization will continue to advocate an open, transparent and inclusive approach to Internet Governance, echoing its consistent advocacy of the principle of openness, which encompasses the free flow of information, freedom of expression and technical interoperability. The main areas of relevance to UNESCO are the concern for ethical dimensions, the realization of multilingualism on the Internet and capacity-building.
The agenda of the Forum is available here.
All meetings will be accessed through live webcast here.
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Good news! Christians have apparently won the Christmas culture wars. Actually, 2010 appears to be the year the white flag of surrender is flying high.
According to those who keep track of such things, the percent of retailers who use the word "Christmas" in their advertising this year has reached an impressive 80%. That's off a low of only 20% five years ago." "Merry Christmas" is back in vogue, at least for a season, and Christmas trees are no longer called "family trees" at Lowe's.
But I also have bad news for you, as well. Whether or not the word "Christmas" appears in retailers' banners, ads, packaging and assorted other mercenary efforts to make a buck using the name of Christ, it's still entirely possible for those who don't know Jesus to go through the month of December and never have the REAL meaning of the Christmas Season unveiled to them, regardless of whether it's being called "The Holidays" (root word "Holy Day") or "Christmas" (root word "Christ").
That's where we come in!
As followers of Jesus, we are privileged to unveil the REAL story of Christmas everywhere we go this festive time of year. There's no better time to share the story of God reaching down and entering human history in the form of Jesus.
So how exactly should you go about bringing up the message of the gospel at Christmas time?
That's a difficult question to answer. NOT because there are no easy answers, but instead because there are hundreds of possible answers. The opportunities are practically endless. Here are a few conversation opening questions for you to select from for use with those in your life who don't know Jesus:
• Has anyone ever explained to you the real reason behind all the hoopla surrounding this time of year? Why exactly Jesus came to earth?
• Did you know Jesus was born as a babe in Bethlehem because God wants a relationship with you? …Can I explain to you how what started on that first Christmas unfolded in Jesus' life and changed the course of history forever? …Did you know that what Jesus came to earth to do is still available today to anyone open to His free gift?
• Did you know that Jesus didn't come to Earth to start a religion? ...He came to restore our relationship with God.
• What's your opinion about how gift-giving got to be such a focus of Christmas? ...Can I share with you what I believe?
• What do you think the real meaning of Christmas is? ...Can I share with you what I believe?
• Has anyone every explained to you why the angels declared, "Peace on Earth!" that first Christmas night? …Did you know you can have God's peace in your life today?
Open an honest dialogue. Share His light and life in a dark world, using both words and deeds. Clearly explain the whole story of Jesus — what happened between God and man both before and after that first Christmas. The "good news of great joy" is that from the very beginning God has been longing to draw humans into a close, personal, trusting relationship with Him. But just like all people throughout history have chosen to turn away from God – we call that sin – and have disconnected from God, so have you and I. Still, God loved us with such a deep love that He designed a plan to bring us back into relationship with Him. That's why Jesus came. God's perfect and holy nature demanded a penalty be paid for our sins. So God's loving plan to draw us back into His presence was to send His own perfect, sinless Son to die so that we don't have to. If we put our faith and trust in Him, we can receive the free gift of eternal life. He will come into our lives and be with us forever, now, here on this earth, and also in heaven for all eternity.
There's no better time of year to explain the gift Jesus came to give freely to all who will receive it. Give the greatest gift of all this season!


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Last week's winner: Canby girls basketball player Bailey Raines was named the Athlete of the Week for Dec. 22-28 by earning 184 votes (37.4 percent). The 5-foot-8 senior wing helped the Cougars (6-2) extend their winning streak to five. In the first three games of the Nike Interstate Shootout, wins over Centennial, Grant and Tualatin, she scored 12, 22 and 19 points, respectively.
See the full poll results here.
This week: Vote for the best high school athlete based on performances from Dec. 29 - Jan. 4.
Kaitlin Jamieson, Forest Grove girls basketball: We consider the start of the week Sunday, when the Vikings were wrapping up the Summit tournament, so the 6-foot-2 post was able to sneak in an extra game. Just like every other time she's taken the court this season, she delivered. The senior had a team-high 12 points in a 42-32 win over Bend, helping Forest Grove sew up third place in the tournament. On Friday, she had a game-high 18 points as the Vikings scored 87 at Cleveland -- their most in 12 years and the second-highest output by a Class 6A girls team this season.
Eli Lininger, South Eugene boys basketball: During the final two days of the Les Schwab Invitational, the Axemen junior forward scored 21 points and grabbed 12 rebounds in a loss to Beaverton, and had 21 points and eight rebounds in a loss to Lake Oswego. Lininger was the tournament's second leading rebounder at 9.8 boards a game.
Patrick Myers, Central Catholic boys basketball: The Rams junior scored a combined 61 points as Central Catholic's leading scorer in last week's games against Timberline (Wash.), Clackamas and Churchill. Myers was among the Les Schwab Invitational tournament leaders in field goal percentage and offensive rebounds.
Markus Golder, Clackamas boys basketball: The Cavaliers junior scored 31 points in Friday's 89-81 win over Tualatin, then led Clackamas with 14 points Saturday in a 60-55 win over Union (Camas).
Nate Christophersen, Aloha boys basketball: The birthday boy didn't make many shots on Friday, Jan. 3, but the one he did make was a big one. With 4.6 seconds left in Aloha's game against Putnam on Friday, Christophersen hit his only bucket of the game, a three-pointer that gave Aloha a 50-47 win against the Kingsmen. The shot came at the end of an up and down game, putting a bow on top of a rather nice birthday present to himself. "Not a bad present at all," Chirstophersen said.
Jessica Gertz, Oregon City girls basketball: The 5-11 senior wing, who has signed with Long Beach State, scored 72 points in three games at the Diamond State Classic in Delaware, including 25 points in a 62-38 win over Ursuline, Delaware's top-ranked team. She also had 22 points Friday in a 58-42 win at Glencoe.
Maegan Anderson, Marist girls basketball: The 5-9 senior post, who has recovered from two torn anterior cruciate ligaments, has helped lead the Spartans (7-1) to a six-game winning streak. She had 14 points, seven rebounds and four steals in a 48-33 win over Thurston on Friday.
Keyari Sleezer, South Medford girls basketball: The 5-11 junior wing made 6 of 7 shots from three-point range and scored a career-high 22 points to lead the top-ranked Panthers (8-2) to a 64-54 win over No. 8 Westview on Friday.
Nominations: Do you know of a high school athlete who had a phenomenal performance? Nominate them at oregonlive.com/aotw. Final decisions on nominations are made by reporters and editors who oversee high school sports coverage for The Oregonian. Voting starts Monday at oregonlive.com/highschool and ends at 5 p.m. Friday. The winner will appear in Prep Friday.


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Former NFL great Deion Sanders is officially divorced, and apparently he's really happy about it.
Sanders, a graduate of Florida State University and an NFL Hall of Famer, took to Twitter Friday to tell the world about the judge's ruling, and, later, to offer some advice.
Sanders posted this Friday:
Thank God Thank God! This 2 year Drama filled divorce is over. Prenup stood, Custody of All kids,pay yo own fees! God is Faithful! Truth— DeionSanders (@DeionSanders) June 28, 2013
According to The Dallas Morning News, Sanders filed for divorce from his wife 18 months ago, and while the judge has ruled in the case, Pilar has filed claims against Sanders for fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, mental distress and physical abuse.
While Sanders was on Twitter Friday, he decided to offer some marriage advice for the guys:


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Margaret and Robert Lucas
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Lester and Virginia Palmer
August 23, 2015 Lester and Virginia Palmer of Forestville celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. They were married on Aug. 20, 1955 in the Hanover Center Church. more »»
Louise and Michael Callahan
August 9, 2015 Michael and Louise Callahan are celebrating their 30th anniversary today. The couple was married in the Newman Center by the Rev. Patrick Keleher on Aug. 9, 1985. more »»
Donald and Mary Bull
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James and Beverly (Brown) Fisk
June 21, 2015 James and Beverly (Brown) Fisk of Fredonia celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on June 18. They were married June 18, 1955 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Brocton. more »»
Milton and Dorothy Schneider
June 7, 2015 Milton and Dorothy Schneider will be celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary at a party given by their children, to be held on Sunday, June 14 from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Sheridan VFW. more »»
Janice and Jim Rundell
June 7, 2015 Jim and Janice (Schroeder) Rundell of Creek Road in Forestville, recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a cross country train trip to Oregon. more »»
Jane and Anthony Sinare
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The Trickle - Volleyblog
August 21, 2012 - Brian Ferry
The Volleyblog is back. I won't claim it's better than ever. I heard this morning that a friend was featured in the Pittsburgh Post Gazette over the weekend. This friend is Mike Ressler, volleyball player/coach and, in this case, statistics nut. Mike's product, StatEasy, was the focus of the story. I've seen Mike using this stat software at some volleyball events, and he explained it to me in his very technical style. I tried to explain to him that I'm a journalist, but then I just let him roll. He was in his element. So, according to this story, Mike is looking to get his product out there and create some buzz. Anyone looking for stat software (it works for other sports, too (I suppose I can't hold that against him, it's a business decision)) might want to check it out. For free.
(Yep, free.) ".. StatEasy is currently being offered to coaches and athletic directors for free, while students and parents pay $150 to create an end-of-season highlight reel or $300 for a reel that covers the entire season."
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SHELBY COUNTY, Alabama -- To celebrate the country's Independence Day this month, the Shelby Humane Society is offering $17.76 adoption fees throughout July to encourage pet adoptions.
In addition, the organization's campaign for "Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Adoptions" will offer a special for active military personnel and veterans: Adoptions fees will be waived.
"The $17.76 adoption seeks to make pet adoptions as easy and fun as possible to give many homeless pets a loving family to care for them," Shelby Humane Society Executive Director Sara Shirley said in a press release.
"We are eager to celebrate this third annual adoption event for the entire month of July. Our goal is to find homes for at least 235 homeless Shelby County pets," Shirley said.
Visit www.shelbyhumane.org to view the adoptable pets available, or stop by the organization's shelter in Columbiana during regular adoption hours between noon and 5:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
Anyone with questions can call the Shelby Humane Society at (205) 669-3916, Ext. 21.
There are many reasons to go to the Shelby Humane Society to adopt a pet. All of the group's animals have been spayed or neutered, received age-appropriate vaccinations and deworming and undergone a medical checkup.
All of the pets come with 30 days of pet insurance and they have microchips with their information.


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But on Sunday, Bellore added one more title to his resume — receiver.
In the second quarter of the game between the Jets and Indianapolis Colts, Bellore caught a 23-yard pass from Tim Tebow on a fake punt.
Bellore had never caught a pass in high school, college or the NFL.
According to the New York Daily News, the snap went directly to Tebow, who was lined up in punt protection. Bellore's job was to sprint downfield, look up and don't jump offsides.
The play resulted in a first down and led to a touchdown.
nydailynews.com: "I could see the ball spinning," Bellore said. "Obviously with Tim it was spinning the other way. He put it on me."
"Nick was a very trustworthy receiver," Tebow said.


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Phone: 856-451-1000, ext. 556
Cellphone: 856-237-6645
U.S. Army: RA13815980
The column that pushes the envelope with some people's pay in it.
Good afternoon!
Don't you love this February weather?
One more winter like this and Florida will be obsolete.
Levoy Theatre, 126-130 N. High St., Millville
Phone: 856 327 6400
Website: www.levoy.net
• Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes
Friday, March 1 at 8 p.m.
• How I Became a Pirate
Saturday, March 9, at 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.
• The Golden Dragon Acrobats Cirque Ziva
Wednesday, March 13 at 12:30/7:30 p.m.
• Tartan Terrors
Saturday, March 16 at 8 p.m.
• Sons of Cream
Thursday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m.
• Joan Osborne
Friday, April 5 at 8 p.m.
• Jackie "The Jokeman" Martling presents who's new (an evening of stand-up comedy)
Saturday, April 6 at 8 p.m.
• A special unplugged evening with Dave Mason
Thursday, April 11 at 7:30 p.m.
• Off Broad Street Players Once Upon a Shoe
Friday, April 12 and Sunday, April 14
• Renassaince
Sunday, April 14 at 7 p.m.
• Kutless/Luminate/Ashes Remain
Thursday, April 25 at 7 p.m.
• The Amazing Kreskin
Saturday, April 27 at 8 p.m.
• Dustin Lynch
Sunday, May 5 at 7 p.m.
• Get the Led Out — The American Led Zeppelin
Saturday, May 11 at 8 p.m.
Good news, Art Cox and Jay Gandy.
Flavai Alaya, whose picture is in the dictionary under the word history is tackling saving the Ferracute office building in Bridgeton.
She will be trying to do what no other historian has been able to do.
Somewhere, Oberlin Smith smiles.
The Bridgeton VFW travels on its stomach.
Beef stew will be served at Post 1795 Friday night from 5 till.
Cost is $6, which includes a salad.
To place or reserve an order, call 856-451-9839.
At 7 p.m., DJ Shades will play all your favorite music.
The Fairton United Methodist Church has their $5 Discount Cards for sale.
They offer a discount on a variety of 48 local businesses.
Cards can be purchased from any church member or by calling the church at 856-451-4182.
Leave a message and someone will return your call.
All proceeds will be used to maintain and preserve our church.
"Bruce McCormick has returned home to grace our stage with a riveting solo.
"Born in Vineland, Bruce began dancing with Maxine Chapman and then the VRDC.
"He attended the School of American Ballet, Boston Ballet and Pennsylvania Ballet on full scholarship.
"Bruce is a BFA graduate of Juilliard.
"Besides studying with world renown teachers and in Argentina, McCormick performed the principle role in the premiere of Jiri Kylian's'Stoolgame.'
"Bruce 's professional career spans Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montreal, Bavarian State Ballet in Germany, Bern Ballet Switzerland, and North Netherlands Dance.
"In June, Bruce will be moving to Seattle to pursue his MFA in dance at the University of Washington.
"To see Bruce and the talented VRDC dancers in action get your tickets for 'Seize the Dance' on March 10, at 2 p.m., at the Cumberland County College Frank Guaracini Fine and Performing Arts Center.
"Visit www.vrdc.org for ticket information.''
— Vineland RDC
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With the holiday travel season upon us, now is a good time to put some thought into preparing a Winter Weather Car Survival Kit. It just might come in handy should you or your family become stranded during a winter storm.
The first item to set aside for your winter weather car survival kit is a couple old blankets to help keep you warm if your vehicle gets stuck in a snow drift. You might also consider placing a stocking cap and extra set of gloves in your kit, which you will appreciate if you need to change a tire when the outside temperature is 15 degrees!
Another good item is a flashlight, and one or two extra sets of fresh batteries. If you've ever tried to change a tire after dark you'll know how valuable this item is. A flashlight will also come in handy if you need to signal someone for help. For a few extra dollars, consider a flashlight that doesn't require batteries, one that you shake for 30 seconds to get light.
Now add a bright red or orange cloth to use as a distress flag. This can be an old red T-shirt, a used shop rag, or some fabric you have in storage. During a winter storm when visibility is poor, a bright red shirt or rag tied to your car's antenna will alert law enforcement that you need assistance.
Okay, it's time to add a snow shovel to your kit. Chances are a shovel you use for gardening won't really be needed until spring and can serve you well in the trunk of your car in winter. A shovel can make the difference between remaining stranded for hours, or being able to continue on a journey. Some department stores even carry shovels where the handle can be collapsed to make for easier storage.
Something else to consider is something to use for traction, such as sand or cat litter. I carry a couple one gallon milk cartons filled with sand from my daughter's sandbox. Cat litter also works great. Place sand or litter under the wheels and the additional friction may be enough to help free your vehicle.
Now complete your kit by adding a small amount of non-perishable food in the event you become stranded for any length of time. Gather some food items which will not spoil such as granola bars, candy bars or beef jerky. Even small cans of fruit work well if you remember to get cans which have a pull top. Another item to pack is water. Just fill any type of jug or bottle with tap water. Another option is to pack a mug and simply collect snow for drinking water, but be careful if you go this route because the water from melted snow will be very cold and could actually lower your body temperature a bit.
So there you have it...your Winter Weather Car Survival Kit. Most of these items can be placed in a large plastic bucket or a duffle bag. Remember the old saying about an ounce of prevention... Be safe this winter travel season, and remember to check the latest weather forecasts and road conditions before venturing out this winter at weather.gov/goodland.
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Mazel Tov!Tuesday May 31st 2005
Mazal Tov Shoshana and Chaim!! Such lovely news, I was actually wondering where you are in the world-so I an idea.May u both build a Ba`ayis Ne`eman B`Yisrael. All our love Motty, Adina and Reut Erlich,(Lazenga, Michlalah)Sunday May 22nd 2005
Mazel tov Shoshana and Chaim! thanks for posting the pictures! you look beautiful- we are so sorry that we weren't able to make it- love, the zaghisTuesday May 17th 2005
Mazal Tov Ms. Klein and Rav Poupko. Best wishes from myself as well as my whole chevra (yey 901). Hope you will be able to have as joy as the knowledge and wonderous thoughts you have given to us. Truely best wishes!!!!Sunday May 15th 2005
MAZELL TOV!! I am soo happy for you. you were an amamzing teacher and i learned so much from you. please be in touch May you and Chaim build a bayit neeman b'yisrae l-DeenaWednesday May 11th 2005
MAZEL TOV!!!!!!! Ms. Klein (well not anymore)- We are so happy for you and we wish you all the best. Mazel Tov again! All our love, Marielle and Tamima (Haftr, Class of '03)Wednesday May 11th 2005
Mazel tov- you were such a fabulous teacher (in Ateret) and you deserve all the happiness and mazel in the world! Most Sincerely, Jordana BrownWednesday May 11th 2005
yay mrs. Klein!!!!!!!!!Wednesday May 11th 2005
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Mazal Tov from the Schaffels of WRPWednesday May 11th 2005
Dear Shoshana and Chaim, It was very exciting to open "onlysimchas" and find your photo "featured". A big Mazel Tov. It gave us great pleasure to see your smiling faces. Love, from Yaacov and Abby Lerner and all your Great Neck fansWednesday May 11th 2005
Mazel Tov!Wednesday May 11th 2005
heeey Poooupko(s)! I was very excited to see the great news! Wishing you many years of happiness together. Give us a call next time you come to the Holy Land! ~ malka and shlomo hub-scherWednesday May 11th 2005
Hi Guys! Just wanted to say mazal tov again, the wedding was really wonderful. Tali PS Anyone got a ring?Wednesday May 11th 2005
Dearest Shoshana, I can't believe I actually got track of you... First of all MAZAL TOV! Since our Michlala Machal year I was always wondering how you are doing. Hope to hear from you and only Mazel and Broches Love EllaWednesday May 11th 2005
Mazal Tov!! May you have endless bracha and hatzlacha!! Nissan and Rena LifschitzWednesday May 11th 2005
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MAZAL TOV, SHOSHANA AND CHAIM!! i'm sooo happy for you, and I was dancing for you here in Stern :) Can't wait to come for shabbos!! Yehi Ratzon that you should have much bracha and hatzlacha and you should know of onlysimchas together :)Wednesday May 11th 2005


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FYI: Folk Recipes for Stains
Coffee, tea and wine stains
Erase coffee, tea and wine stains by putting the stained tablecloth over the sink and pouring boiling water over the stain until it disappears.
To remove grease, make a paste of granulated sugar and water. Rub it into the stain and let it set before washing. Dry in the sun.
Scorch marks
Scorch marks, if not too brown, will disappear if dipped in borax and water, then dried in the sun.
Spilled wax
To clean up spilled wax, first harden using ice cubes. Scrape off excess with a dull table knife. For washable fabric, stretch over a bowl and pour boiling water through the stain. For nonwashables, place between several layers of clean white cotton or muslin fabric and press with a warm iron.
Just some more recipes!
Pre-Wash Stain Spray
1⁄2 cup white vinegar
1⁄4 cup baking soda
3 cups water
Stir together and fill a labeled spray bottle. Spray on soiled spots just before washing. Always test a hidden spot first.
Bleach/Brightener Substitute
1 cup hydrogen peroxide
1⁄4 cup lemon or grapefruit juice
12 cups water
Store in a labeled plastic jug. Add 2 cups per load along with detergent.
Extra tips:
For extra-clean clothes, follow your detergent with ½ cup of borax, an all-natural laundry booster. Add baking soda to wash water at the same time as detergent to soften and freshen clothes and linens.
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How do you figure I would get beeswax out of my pot?!?!
lol! I didn't think that until I read the next post. Honestly, I have no clue. I use dawn and hot water, and that seems to manage mine.
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Cooking pot-not pot pot, lol!!
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The Colofonia Ensemble is a newly formed youth orchestra in Warren County. Based
in Hackettstown, it currently has members from Morris and Warren County. Its goal is to
provide students in elementary though high school with the opportunity to play string
instruments in an ensemble.
In addition to twice yearly public performances, the Colofonia Ensemble's purpose is to
bring classical music to residents of local nursing homes. The musical group has performed at The House of Good Shepherd and Warren Haven Nursing Home. The experience is a one for both the nursing home residents and the young musicians.
Their next concert will take place on Sunday, May 4, at 1:30 p.m., at the First Presbyterian Church of Hackettstown, located at 298 Main St., Hackettstown, NJ. All are welcome
and encouraged to attend to support the next generation of musicians.
Colofonia Ensemble is currently accepting new members for the 2014-2015 season.
Cofounders Ved Fernandez and Joan Kiedes look forward to the growth of the ensemble and thank all parents, teachers, and the community for their support of the arts.
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Boston loves Scal. Of course, we didn't always. People tend to forget that early on in Scal's tenure here, a lot of people hated him. But they were under some impression that him popping wide open 3's as a result of being set up by Jason Kidd would continue without him when he joined a crappy team. People also tend to forget he was part of two losing seasons in Boston before the Kevin Garnett/Ray Allen trades that turned Scal into a loveable human victory cigar.
Scal was never "terrible." Scal is a fundamentally sound player who does everything the right way… he just lacks the physical tools to execute a lot of the things he wants… or used to be able to do. But he does have a pretty solid knowledge of the game. It's why Doc would often stick Scal in the starting line up when KG went down because while he would never do a ton for you on the floor, he wasn't going to make stupid mistakes and he'd do everything he could to spring other players for open shots and play intense defense.
The lack of physical tools means he's probably not going to get any more phone calls from NBA GM's looking for his services. But it's that knowledge of the game that will keep in on an NBA bench… as a coach.
When NBA training camps open in a little over a month, there's a good chance that like the last two seasons, Brian Scalabrine will be in Deerfield, Ill., at the Berto Center with the Bulls–just not as a player.
According to sources familiar with the situation, the fan favorite is in line to join Tom Thibodeau's coaching staff for the upcoming season, CSNChicago.com has learned.
I love it. Imagine how much fun it would be to play for Brian Scalabrine. In addition to understanding the game pretty well, he's just flat-out fun to be around… as I found out a couple of years ago (I'm playing the role of dishwasher at the :45 mark). I'd love to spend some time on the court during a practice with Scal.
It's tough to be told your career is over rather than choose for it to end on your terms. But I think this is a nice next step for him.
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I bought gas in Slidell Monday for $3.23 a gallon. Mandeville and Covington area gas stations averaged over $3.50. A friend said the price in the West Bank is $3.15. The price of oil fluctuates every minute as the company-owned gas stations push a button and raise the price immediately. When oil drops in price, it takes weeks to lower the price of gas and only then does it creep lower -- and, I might add, not at the same ratio.
I know this is not news, but it seems the gas stations and oil companies must think everyone around here has lots of money. Everyone in this area might want to drive the extra 14 miles to the Slidell area to fill up. With at least 25 cents a gallon in savings, one would realize a large sum in a year. I don't know how legal it is to set gas prices so high in one area as to another nearby. The naysayers out there will argue it's free enterprise, but with a commodity such as gasoline, it's more like we got it and you need it to exist, so we got you by the (you know what). The price may very well be set per capita income in the area. The greed displayed in this area by these gas stations and oil companies permeates the air with a foul stench of collusion. That might not be true, but one has to voice such transgressions.
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This Whynter Dual Temperature Zone 21 Bottle Wine Cooler drops from $329.99 to $249.99 at Meijer.com. Plus, use code SHIPSAVER to bag free shipping, making this the best deal we could find by $79. It features LCD displays for each temperature zone. There is room for 6 bottles in the upper zone, and 15 in the lower zone. Sales tax is charged in states with Meijer retail locations.No longer available


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A giant elephant seal drew the attention of scores of Albany locals as it moved out of the water, crossed the road and sunbaked outside a home for two hours.
Rhonda Bell, owner of The Esplanade property the seal temporarily called home, said neighbours had a good laugh at the bizarre incident at the weekend.
"It was amazing - all the neighbours thought it was hilarious," she said. "It just laid itself down on the front lawn."
Mrs Bell and husband Ken are building a new house on The Esplanade and she suggested the front lawn looked somewhat like a beach.
"It started getting closer and closer to the house and I started getting worried," she said.
The elephant seal beached itself at the Bells' home on Saturday and again on Sunday afternoon.
The Department of Parks and Wildlife said the seal was male, 2.5m to 3m long and estimated at between 500kg and 700kg.
Nature conservation regional leader Deon Utber said the animal was malting, causing its blood to move to the skin, resulting in loss of body heat.
Elephant seals migrate in search of food, spending months at sea and often diving deep to forage, holding their breath for up to 100 minutes.
They regain body warmth on land.
Mrs Bell was told the seal could repeat the behaviour for five weeks or five months.
Mr Utber suggested attention from residents would cause the seal to find another spot to warm up.


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text: SOUTH JORDAN, Utah - Ruth Marion Felt Simmons passed away August 7, 2012, in South Jordan, Utah. She was born December 22, 1923, in National Mine, Mich., to Verner Spencer Felt and Ruth Anna Pearce. She married John K. Simmons December 19, 1942. Ruth retired from Smith's Food King with 20 years of service. Her favorite job was that of wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She leaves behind a great legacy.


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The online search specialist will make an unusual foray offline, buying Portland newspaper ads and billboards to feature businesses that are especially popular on the Internet.
It's starting with Voodoo Doughnut, the offbeat downtown shop whose imaginative, deep-fried treats help keep Portland weird.
"They gave us a call," said Kenneth "Cat Daddy" Pogson, Voodoo's co-owner. "Google's a big name. You want to latch on there when you can."
Google will pay for the ads, which tout both the local shops and its new recommendation service -- Hotpot. The California company hopes to compete with Yelp, Citysearch and other sites that point people to popular local businesses.
Google dominates the online search business, and is enjoying great success in the smartphone business. But it's a consistent laggard in social networking.
The company's Buzz service met mixed reviews early this year, and Google is widely reported to have bid unsuccessfully last week for the group buying site Groupon.
Like its online competitors in the local marketing, Hotpot gives its users the opportunity to rate and review businesses. Google plans to use those ratings to customize search results, according to product marketing manager Jeff Aguero.
So if you like one pizza place, he said, Google hopes to suggest others that would suit you, too. And if you've identified friends on Hotpot, it will use their ratings to improve your search results.
"It's is more attuned to what I like based on what I've rated and based on my friends and family, what they've rated," Aguero said.
Hotpot is available to Google's English and Japanese audiences anywhere. But Aguero said the company chose Portland because it's a "tech-savvy, forward-thinking community" with a "high level of engagement" online.
Portland has occasionally been a test bed for other new technologies. Clearwire launched its wireless Internet service in Portland first, for example, saturating the city with ads last year ahead of a nationwide rollout.
Comcast has also used Portland to test new products and services, including a short-lived cell phone plan.
Google has itself grown more active in the Portland area. It operates a large data center in The Dalles, and it opened a downtown Portland office this year after acquiring an Oregon software company, Instantiations.
Google has occasionally advertised offline -- notably in a Super Bowl ad last year. But Aguero said his company's Portland Hotpot campaign is still something of an experiment.
"This is the only marketing we're doing for it," he said. "It's a very different thing for Google."
With previous social networking efforts, Google Buzz and Google Wave, the company targeted tech savvy audiences first, according to Carri Bugbee, who teaches social media marketing at Portland State University and whose firm, Big Deal PR specializes in social media.
While those efforts generated enormous initial excitement within the tech community, Bugbee said the services never found a broad audience.
Using billboards and newspapers flips that strategy on its head, Bugbee said,
"They clearly mean to make a dent beyond the early adopter crowd," she said.
After testing Hotpot herself, Bugbee said she found the interface itself surprisingly plain. Perhaps, she speculated, Hotpot is still a "trial balloon," in line for upgrades if it catches on here.
"I think they're going to have to step it up if they're going to compete with Yelp and Citysearch," Bugbee said.
Google is experimenting in other ways, using the Hotpot marketing campaign to promote another new technology. For highly rated businesses, Google will offer Zagat-style window stickers, equipped with Near Field Communication chips.
Passersby who have NFC technology in their smartphones will be able to place their phone against the sticker to learn more about a business and its rating.
There's a big drawback -- only a handful of phones have NFC technology, so few people will be able to access the information. But Google is betting on the technology, building NFC into the Nexus S, a new Google-branded phone introduced this week.
"Obviously NFC is limited right now in terms of use," Aguero said. "We think it's going to get pretty big."
Google hasn't decided how long the Portland campaign will continue, Aguero said, or whether it will duplicate the effort to promote Hotpot in other cities.
"We'll see how Portland goes," he said. "I'm very hopeful it will go well."
-- Mike Rogoway; twitter: @rogoway; phone: 503-294-7699


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Road delays and closures for SR-522 construction this week
Road construction update.
The Washington State Department of Transportation has announced the following road construction closures this week due to work on State Route 522:
• Monday, Jan. 13 to the afternoon of Friday, Jan. 17 - One westbound and eastbound lane of SR 522 from the 102nd Avenue Northeast Bridge to Hall road will close daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for construction work.
• Thursday, Jan. 16 to the morning of Friday, Jan. 17 - One westbound and eastbound lane of SR 522 from Northeast 180th Street to Hall Road will close from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. for restriping work.
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Some days have been a bit on the cool side and I haven't heard anyone complain. Countryside came and mowed everything here and we wonder if it is the last mowing – probably not. Bob and Dana have taken advantage ...Read More »
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My sympathy to the Chambers and Curtis families on the loss of their loved one. Donna Dodson and Macee Breeding came by on Monday. Reece Goforth went to the doctor and stayed home the rest of the day. Keith and ...Read More »
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Wednesday evening service began with singing praises to the Lord. Sis. Lorrinda Coulter took the service. Prayer requests and praise reports were thaken. We have many concerns and much to be thankful for. Sis. Janice Lafferty led in prayer. Sis. ...Read More »
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TRENTON — The Assembly today will vote on a package of 20 firearm-related bills, many of which are intended to make New Jersey's gun laws — already among the strictest in the country — even stricter.
The measures range from reducing the maximum capacity of magazines from 15 to 10 (A1329) to a symbolic resolution urging Congress to enact more gun-control measures (A3797). Other bills would require ammunition sales to be conducted in person (A3645), disqualify those included on the federal terrorist watch list from buying guns (A3687) and require the seizure of guns from people who mental health professionals deem a threat to themselves or others (A3754).
Hundreds of gun-rights advocates fiercely protested most of the measures at a seven-hour hearing last week. Today, they are not expected to show up in as much force.
"It's sort of a non-event in a way," said Frank Fiamingo, president of the New Jersey 2nd Amendment Society. "We understand they've already made up their mind. They're going to pass these bills … We are going to save our resources and our energy to concentrate and focus on the Senate Law and Public Safety Committee should they decide to entertain these bills."
Although dozens of firearms-related measures have been introduced in the Senate, it has not scheduled any hearings on them. State Sen. Loretta Weinberg (D-Bergen) has said she intends to advance many of them.
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All but 65 of 238 recommendations for downsizing state government and making it more efficient have either been enacted by Gov. Bobby Jindal's administration or are in the process of being implemented, state Sen. Jack Donahue, R-Covington, said last week.
According to the annual report by the Commission on Government
Streamlining Government, 139 of its suggestions were enacted by
administrative fiat, while 26 were incorporated through the state's
operating budget and another 41 were implemented through legislation.
"I think the administration in most of these instances has stepped to
the table," said Donahue, who chaired the commission that submitted its
initial report in December 2009.
But it remains unclear how much money was saved by the exercise, or
whether the panel itself had much influence, as many of its key
recommendations were simply rubber-stamps for projects that were already
under way, such as the effort to transform the Medicaid program into an
HMO-style managed-care model.
Some of its more controversial proposals, such as changing the retirement system for new state employees into a 401(k)-style defined-contribution model, failed to gain traction at the Legislature and have little prospect of becoming law. Other cost-saving recommendations were shelved when state agencies discovered they would actually cost the state more cash, such as a plan to privatize food-service in the state prison system.


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This character has the ability to tap into your imagination at so many levels because Stephanie Meyers has left so much unsaid or fades to black in pivotal moments, so it's your imagination that fills in the gaps, and he can be different every time you read the books, he is an outline created by SM and we as the readers are the ones that fill in the behind the scenes detail to suit ourselves.
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Rob has afforded us the rare opportunity (at least to me) to put a face and body to a beloved character, he has translated the written word into a voice and a style that suits my imagination. Fortunately for Rob he can peel Edward off at the end of the day and move on to other roles and if his fans are truly his fans they will NOT allow him to be defined by his role as Edward Cullen...he is essentially a 21st century Renaissance man, multi talented, concerned more about what he creates than fame or fortune, ferociously loyal to friends and family, selfless and generous and furiously private... hey maybe he does have some Edward like qualities.


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Acoustic folk 'afire': Ungar & Mason
The theme song from Ken Burns' Civil War documentary, the one made so unmistakeable by the bittersweet sound of that haunting violin, is perhaps Jay Ungar's most well known composition. It's called "Ashokan Farewell".
But it's only one of many original tunes Ungar has penned over the course of a celebrated career devoted to acoustic Americana.
Ungar and guitarist, and pianist extraordinaire Molly Mason, the duo married in 1991 and have been performing together ever since, will light up Friday Harbor with timeless renditions of hard-driving Applalachain melodies, and Cajun and Celtic fiddle tunes, at an evening performance, Saturday, at San Juan Community Theatre, 7:30 p.m.
Expect the evening playlist to included sassy songs from the golden age of swing and country, and waltzes and orginals as well.
The duo will be joined by master fiddler James Mason of the Gypsy Jazz band "Swing Papillon" for its performances in both Eastsound and Friday Harbor.
But that's not all.
On the day of the show, the duo will join local historian Mike Vouri and Friday Harbor's own folk fiddle master, Mike Cohen, to offer a free pre-concert musical workshop, entitled "History Sings: An Exploration of 19th Century Folk Music", beginning at 2 p.m., at SJCT.
Tickets for the evening performance: $24 adults, $12 student reserved, $5 Rush; online or at the box office.
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With sleek lines and reflective chrome accents, the 7th generation Sentra is a choice so smart, it teaches other cars a thing or two. Sporting a sophisticated grille and a lower aerodynamic body that slips through the wind with ease, Sentra looks and feels like a premium sedan.
Comfort-Driven Innovations
Built with long journeys in mind, the all-new Sentra boasts a quiet cabin, and plush interior materials -- like premium cloth and leather appointed seats -- for maximized comfort. You'll feel like you're being upgraded to first-class every time you step inside.
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With 60/40 split rear seats that fold flat, and a trunk with 15.1 cubic feet of functional cargo space[1], forget about packing light. Whatever you need, just bring it along.
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With the available NissanConnect[SM] with Navigation[2], Sentra comes loaded with innovative options that you don't usually find in this class. You'll feel like you brought your home computer along for the ride.
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Forgot to check your tires before leaving for that road trip? Not to worry. Sentra's Tire Pressure Monitoring System[3] warns you when tires aren't properly inflated. And when that time comes, the Easy-Fill Tire Alert[4] will tell you -- with a friendly beep -- when you've filled them to the recommended pressure.
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Want to reply to a text message? No need to reach for your phone. Sentra's Hands-Free Text Messaging Assistant[6] keeps you connected through voice recognition technology. Or use the Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System[7] to make a call without diverting your attention.
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At the heart of Sentra's performance is a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine, mated to Nissan's newest Xtronic CVT®. Together they achieve a 34 MPG combined Best in Class[8] fuel efficiency, while dodging a first-name relationship with the gas-station attendant.
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The Harahan City Council meeting tonight will include presentations from Veolia Water on the state of the city's sewerage system and a company introducing recycling options for the city. Veolia Water, the company that runs the city's sewer system, performed an audit of needed repair work and will present a ranked list of projects they deem necessary to keep system operational, according to Mayor Vinny Mosca.
A representative of Allied Waste Services of New Orleans will present the Council with various recycling options.
The Council is schedule to take back up an ordinance first introduced in May that would require new real estate developments to shoulder the costs of drainage and sewer infrastructure. But the ordinance's sponsor, Councilwoman Cindy Murray said she plans to ask to defer the proposal until January while officials continue to iron out the language.
Murray said she will also ask the Council to defer another ordinance requiring a buffer zone with commercial developments.
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text: By Robbie Blakeley, Senior Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – The Seleção (Brazil national team) were unceremoniously dumped out of the FIFA World Cup after being thrashed 7-1 by Germany at the Mineirão this evening (July 8th). A sensational six minute period in the first half saw the Germans score four goals, snatching away Brazil's hopes of a sixth world title, not to mention a first on home soil. Brazil suffered their worst ever defeat after losing 7-1 to Germany, photo by Jefferson Bernardes/VIPCOMM. Germany simply had too much. Before the tournament there was much talk of the Maracanazo (curse) of 1950, when Brazil lost the final 2-1 to Uruguay. This was worse. The heaviest defeat in the history of the World Cup semi-finals and the heaviest defeat the Brazilian national team has ever suffered. Cheered on by a packed house, the wheels came off the hosts' bus in spectacular style. Thiago Silva and Neymar were missing for Brazil but no one expected the humbling that was so brutally dished out. As each goal went in it felt like an out of body experience. The cameras panned around the stadium to looks of incomprehension and grief. Germany went ahead after eleven minutes. Toni Kroos whipped in a corner and Thomas Muller, inexplicably unmarked, calmly volleyed home. Marcelo tried to surge forward down the left flank but was excellently checked by Phillip Lahm, but then Miroslav Klose doubled the German advantage and the floodgates opened. Less than 60 seconds later Lahm's cross was mishit by Muller. The loose ball fell to Kroos, who rifled home from the edge of the penalty area. Brazil were now 3-0 down and the fans barely had time to register what was happening. Fernandinho lost possession, Sami Khedira teed up Kroos and the fourth hit the back of the net. The hosts were now in a shambolic state and the worst was not over. Before the half hour mark, Germany had made it 5-0. Mesut Ozil centered for Khedira to coolly slot the ball past a beaten César. The game, and the day, was now as good as over. Andre Schurrle added two more after the interval before Oscar scored a consolation for the hosts. By then, though, the damage to this Brazil team had long been done. * The Rio Times Daily Updates feature is offered to help keep you up-to-date with important news as it happens. 117 Responses to "Brazil Humiliated by Germany in World Cup Semi-Final: Daily" ← Older Comments speedy July 9, 2014 at 6:44 PM Thanks to Brazil for that great evening yesterday! B-) In 4 years we will meet again and you´ll get your chance to make your mistakes from yesterday forgotten. ;) I´ll hope your fans are with you in the last game of this WC and will give you a fair farewell. :) Good luck!! Greetings from Cologne / Germany michael jay July 10, 2014 at 1:32 AM Is it possible to love a team and yet still feel betrayed? Yes. greenie July 10, 2014 at 6:06 AM BRA777777-1111111LLLLLLLL Haha Robert July 10, 2014 at 6:10 AM We Germans love Brazil and brazil football is always a ideal for us. Dont be sad look forward! You can always be proud of Brazil! Philip Unsworth July 10, 2014 at 6:32 AM Some time ago I questioned myself as to what it is about football that brings millions of people globally to watch a 90 minute epic played out in front of supporters with a round ball. It's not just entertainment and for many it's not just sport because the crowd becomes a part of the event. Furthermore, there is something that appeals innately to our humanity, as though much of what we experience in life plays out in front of us, encapsulated by 90 minutes on a rectangular pitch. We identify with players and a team and suffer the heartache and elation, the failure and success along with our team. In the current World Cup I've also seen much compassion; not only between players on the same team but between opposing players. This speaks much of our humanity. I personally felt great compassion for the Brazilian players and supporters after the defeat to Germany on the 8th July. If I could have given you a hug I would have. However, great teams and clubs have risen out of tragedy(I am a Manchester United supporter). To become strong one has to know the taste of failure and disappointment. I am sure that Brazil's players and supporters will rise again; the samba will play and the beautiful game will continue. Gee July 10, 2014 at 3:30 PM I feel like a lot of Brazilians could not understand its past history. Its a long time ago 1950, people said in the street. In which many of the people were already saying Hexta Campeon. In the advertising, in the media, in the streets. Winning the world cup before the final whistle blew. Sounds familiar? Reminded that the Brazilian psche didn't learn from 1950. Its a bit arrogant of some of the people I met in Brazil while I was in Rio. Those who said. Don't worry we will win. Brazilians said- Bye , bye, to every other country when those countries lost. In the end , sportsmanship and humbleness won. Germany didn't really celebrate the win that much. Lessons from the past. Thanks for a great time in Rio. michael jay July 10, 2014 at 10:58 PM Hello from the land of the Maple Leaf Philip (Unsworth). I thought your submission was very eloquent. Well said. I agree wholeheartedly with your sentiments. A hug? That made me smile–both my wife and I are "natural born huggers" :) Honestly, all jokes aside when I saw how upset Oscar was I was greatly moved and that is exactly what I would have given him if I could have. But then again I have a soft spot in my heart for him. I do not know him on a personal basis but I believe that he has a good heart that compliments his soccer/football skills. I had made an earlier comment in which I said that I had felt betrayed by these boys. Well, perhaps the words 'let down' would be better used. Our hopes were so high for this team and then to see them crash in such an ugly fashion it was lke having the rug pulled out from beneath us. But as I have said, I still love this team. I am not one to "love them then leave them'. I am in this for the long haul and I will not have it any other way. Once again Philip I enjoyed your post and warmest wishes to you from Canada. Pingback: Tite Could Replace Scolari as Brazil's Seleção Coach: Daily Update | The Rio Times | Brazil News S. Wolf July 11, 2014 at 6:41 PM Brazil's humiliation began long before the game started. It began the day the government decided the $30 BILLION could be better spent on a two-week dog-and-pony show, rather than on things of lasting benefit to the population, such as alleviating poverty, reducing crime, improving education, health care and the like. Philip Unsworth July 12, 2014 at 3:33 AM I absolutely agree with you S. Wolf. In 2006 my wife and I were robbed on the beach at Copacabana. I was really angry and if I had a gun I probably would have used it. However, I'm glad I didn't have a gun because on reflection I could see what the social problem is – anyone with half a brain could. There is a huge disparity in wealth. If you walk along the beach it is there staring you in the face with huge blocks of apartments behind razor wire, guards and security cameras. Those that have lock out those without. Later on the flight out of Rio I read a Times article about disparity in wealth. I didn't realise it but there are indices to measure this disparity and to my surprise Brazil was at the top of the (OECD?) list in terms of greater disparity; the USA came second by a country mile. So yes S. Wolf educational opportunity for everyone and free access to health are the key. Also I don't believe in the trickle down theory – the money brought into Brazil through soccer tourism will largely benefit the wealthy and little will find it's way into the pockets of the poor. As for the Brazilian wealthy – share your wealth through taxes. In soccer parlance the less well off are a part of team Brazil so share that ball of money. This way you may eventually be able to dispense with razor wire and enjoy the company of fellow Brazilians in team Brazil. JT LEWIS July 12, 2014 at 7:31 AM After the 1st goal the Brazil team gave up…..couldn't get organized and looked shocked that they got punched in the face…..after the 2nd goal they stopped playing…..they looked like spoiled children who's Mom told them that they were great and always right and were surprised when they found out that you have to work hard for success….no leadership…..no imagination….too much HUBRIS……they thought that just that famous blue and yellow uniform is what made them great….. 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Free concert series continues with John Reischman and the Jaybirds
Concerts in the Park returns to Bainbridge Island's Battle Point Park through Aug. 20. This week's show features John Reischman and the Jaybirds.
Grab the kids, a picnic meal and enjoy an evening of music and dance. Free concerts will be held at Battle Point Park from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Parking is available off Arrow Point Drive; follow the signs.
The summer schedule:
• July 23: John Reischman and the Jaybirds: Stylish, elegant bluegrass.
• July 30: Laura Love Trio: Vocalist and strong songwriter.
• Aug. 6: The Senate: Face-melting acoustic music from a Seattle band.
• Aug. 13: Jessica Lynne; Pure country.
• Aug. 20: Shaggy Sweet; Classic rock and originals with a twist.
More on John Reischman and the Jaybirds:
With a fourth critically-acclaimed album and expanded touring schedule, John Reischman and the Jaybirds are a top-flight band delivering a truly fresh blend of original songs and instrumentals, old-time heritage and bluegrass power.
The band features Reishman on mandolin, Jim Nunally on guitar, Trisha Gagnon on bass, Nick Hornbuckle on banjo and Greg Spatz on fiddle.
Nunally is a San Francisco Bay-area veteran of several decades as a leading guitarist, songwriter and high, lonesome singer. Nunally appeared with Reischman on the Grammy-winning CD "True Life Blues, The Songs of Bill Monroe," is a producer and session stalwart, and plays select dates with David Grisman. Audiophile Audition describes Nunally as "one of the best bluegrass tenors working today," with equally impressive speed, clarity and tone as a guitar man.
Chilliwack, B.C.-based Gagnon is portrayed by SingOut! as "one of the most versatile" and "irresistible" vocalists in bluegrass, her strong and distinctive style ranging from "mournful and plaintive" to "hopeful and yearning." Gagnon anchors what Dirty Linen magazine calls "gorgeous three-part harmonies" and her singing and heart-felt songwriting is complemented by her right-on-the-money bass rhythm.
Nanaimo, B.C.-based Hornbuckle has developed his own voice on the five-string banjo, a unique sound with a two-finger roll unlike other contemporary banjo players.
"Nick Hornbuckle's banjo can be downright spine-tingling," wrote the L.A. Daily News. "The resonant yet lively Cleo Belle is just right," Bluegrass Now says of the prolific instrumental composer's, original Stellar Jays offering.
Spatz, from Spokane, is hailed as a "world-class bluegrass fiddler" by Fiddler magazine. Another Stellar Jays instrumental composer with the lightning-fast Bash Bish Falls, Spatz's "virtuosic playing is flawlessly delivered time after time," noted Audiophile Audition. His wide-ranging chops have made him a popular West Coast player for years, including stints with the legendary Frank Wakefield, and resophonic guitarist Rob Ickes.
As FolkWax says, John Reischman and the Jaybirds offer "clarity, energy, good ensemble work, classy originals, and an adventurous approach" to the world of bluegrass and folk music — along with engaging stage humour in powerful live shows. They are what SingOut! calls "a thoroughly professional ensemble with a rare ability to produce music that is simultaneously traditional and contemporary . . . the Jaybirds are a band that continues to hit on all cylinders."
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The 115 acre Montaza complex is surrounded by great walls from the south, east and west, and with the beach on its north side. This area used to belong to the Mohamed Ali family, that ruled Egypt from the mid 19th century until 1952. The construction was started in 1892 by King Abbas II, who built a large palace inside the complex called the Salamlek. In 1932, King Fuad built a larger palace and called it the Haramlik. His son, King Farouk, built a bridge to the sea to act as a water front. The rest of the 115 acres is nothing but beautiful gardens. Palm trees and gazelles cover the area. This is a wonderful spot to enjoy the beauty of Alexandria.
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