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Stormwater Facility Maintenance & Inspection
The Stormwater Facility Maintenance Program is responsible for inspecting and ensuring maintenance of all public and private stormwater management facilities within Montgomery County. It is vital that the structures be maintained in working order so they function as intended, providing protection and stormwater management for our parks, schools, and businesses. The program is paid for by the Water Quality Protection Charge .
What are Stormwater Management Facilities?
Stormwater facilities have two functions:
Stormwater facilities help to slow the stormwater down and clean it before it is allowed to discharge into local streams, which helps to safeguard our waterways. They are vital infrastructure in the urban environment. The State of Maryland regulates the management of stormwater facilities to prevent stormwater pollution in our waterways.
Inspection and Maintenance
Stormwater facilities can become clogged by trash, debris, sediment and mud, or other stormwater pollutants. The facilities themselves can develop structural cracks and leaks over time and need regular maintenance to prevent problems. When this valuable infrastructure functions well, stormwater management can:
The Stormwater Facility Maintenance Program inspects stormwater facilities at least every three years. There are more than 7,000 stormwater facilities in the County that require inspection.
The inspection is used to determine a facility's condition and to identify its need for maintenance. Without proper inspections and maintenance, we would not know when a facility has failed. Once a facility fails, the cost of repairs are expensive and can result in property damage or other loss. Providing routine maintenance and inspections can keep the stormwater facilities working as intended, save money, property, and protect public safety.
Who can Maintain Stormwater Facilities?
All stormwater facility maintenance contractors working in Montgomery County are required to have a Certificate of Attendance from the Department of Environmental Protection's Stormwater Facility Maintenance Contractor Training. Once contractors have been certified, they will be placed on a list of contractors approved by the County for maintenance of stormwater facilities.
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Where are the County's Stormwater Facilities?
The interactive map below shows all of the County's stormwater facilities. The colored dots represent different types of stormwater facilities. Clicking on a dot will reveal that particular facilities type. Look for your property on the map!
Facility Maintenance Fact Sheets
Looking for help and tips on how to maintain your stormwater facility? Find and download the appropriate maintenance fact sheet for your property!{C}
Easements, Right of Entry, and Maintenance Agreements
A property owner of any stormwater management system is required to have an easement or right of entry and a maintenance agreement with the County for all stormwater management systems on their property.
The table below provides links to blank easement, right of entry and covenant documents. Developers and property owners should use these documents when creating new easements, rights of entry, and covenants for their stormwater facilities. The templates are used on all stormwater facilities throughout the County and should not be modified. There are specific documents for residential and non-residential properties.
Because easements, rights of entry, and covenants are legally binding documents, all property owners of stormwater management systems should keep copies of the documents related to their property. Developers should provide these documents to the property management company or HOA after transferring ownership.
If you need to obtain a copy of the recorded stormwater covenant or easement for your property, please visit the Montgomery County Circuit Court Land Records Department or search online at the Maryland Land Records .
Maintenance Transfer Program
If you own a stormwater facility and would like to transfer it into the County's Stormwater Facility Maintenance Program, use the guidance outlined here. Residential and select non-residential facilities are eligible for transfer into the County's maintenance program.
The transfer process has three stages:
Once you have completed these stages, the County becomes responsible for structural maintenance of the facility, such as leaks, stone replacement or replacing concrete and pipes. You (the property owner) however, remain the owner of the facility and continue to be responsible for non-structural maintenance around the facility, such as trash removal, grass cutting, and landscaping.
DEP highly recommends that you contact the Department before you submit your transfer paperwork to ensure that all the necessary documents have been prepared and to learn more about the transfer process.
NOTE: Although DEP encourages homeowners' associations to submit transfer documents as soon as possible, transfer documents will not be forwarded to the County Administrative Officer until the facility has an approved final inspection and the facility is in as-built condition. However, DEP review of the transfer documents can occur concurrently with repair work to bring the facility to as-built condition.
Stage 1: Gather Documents and Contact DEP
A variety of documentation is required for the transfer. This documentation helps to ensure that you are the verified owner and that the former owner (in many cases the developer) transferred the common area property, such as the stormwater facility, as required. The documents required include:
Use the following outline as a guide for gathering the appropriate information for the application:
Do You Need Help?
DEP is happy to assist you with this process. Please email us at email@example.com or call 311 and provide the location of the stormwater facility. DEP can provide the structure type, the facility number, and insight into what to expect during the transfer process.
Stage 2: Submit Application to DEP
Once most or all of the information described under Stage 1 has been collected, fill out the Stormwater Facility Maintenance Transfer Application form . Instructions for filling out the form are available. You must complete, sign, and notarize all the appropriate transaction documents, such as grants of easement, declaration of covenants, or covenant amendments. Submit the application form and supporting documents for legal review by DEP and the Montgomery County Office of the County Attorney.
After legal review and certification, the County Attorney returns the documents to DEP for submission to the County Administrative Officer. After the County Administrative Officer has signed the documents, DEP returns the fully executed documents to you so they can be recorded in the land records (see below).
Stage 3: Record Documents
Once DEP returns the fully executed documents to you, the transfer process is almost finished. All that remains is for the signed documents to be recorded at County Land Records . You must record the document with County Land Records and receive a certified copy. Be sure to record only documents that have been signed and approved by the County. You can obtain a certified copy of a recorded document by taking a document that has been numbered and indexed to Room 219 of the Judicial Center at 50 Maryland Avenue in Rockville, Maryland.
The official approval letter will not be sent out until you obtain a certified copy of the recorded documents from County Land Records and submit the copy to DEP. Once DEP receives the certified copy of the recorded documents, Montgomery County becomes the only entity responsible for structural maintenance of the stormwater facility.
The time needed to complete the full transfer process varies depending on:
Before submitting your application to DEP, contact us at firstname.lastname@example.com or call 311 to confirm that you have all the information you need to submit an application.
Contractor Resources
DEP's Stormwater Facility Maintenance Program relies on skilled and knowledgeable contractors to perform maintenance on stormwater management facilities. A company that performs maintenance on a stormwater management facility must hold a certificate of attendance from an approved training program. DEP offers a list of all the companies that have completed the required training.
List of contractors approved by the County for maintenance of aboveground structures to inlcude LID/ESD ( PDF, 124KB)
List of contractors approved by the County for maintenance of underground structures ( PDF, 50KB)
How Can My Company Become Certified To Perform Maintenance in Montgomery County?
Montgomery County regulations require that a company that performs repair or maintenance on a stormwater management facility must:
A company that performs repair or maintenance on an underground stormwater facility must also have the training and credentials required under applicable state and federal law, including an Oil Operations Permit from the Maryland Department of the Environment and a Confined Space Certification from the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
DEP Stormwater Facility Maintenance Contractor Training
A company interested in obtaining a Certification of Attendance for stormwater facility maintenance training must:
Scheduled Training Sessions
The DEP training program is usually held twice a year in the spring and winter. Email DEP to request email notification of upcoming training events. In the subject line, type "Send me dates of contractor training for Stormwater Facility Maintenance Program."
DEP Training Materials
The following documents provide the information you will need to learn to pass the Interim Certification Test .
Interim Certification Test
Successful completion of the Interim Certification Test (minimum score of 70 percent) will allow your company to maintain and repair stormwater management facilities in Montgomery County, Maryland. To maintain your Certification of Attendance, however, it is necessary that supervisory representatives of your company attend the next Stormwater Facility Maintenance Contractor Training class.
Before being allowed to maintain stormwater facilities in Montgomery County, you will have to take this interim test and attend a training, OR attend a training in person.
Download a copy of the Interim Certification Test ( PDF, 107MB)
Once you have completed this test, please return it to:Montgomery County Department of Protection
Stormwater Facility Maintenance Program
255 Rockville Pike, Suite 120
Rockville, Maryland 20850
ATTN: Audra Lew
Problems and Concerns
If you have a problem with a stormwater facility, such as odor, standing water, or trash and debris, contact DEP at 311 or submit an online complaint form . Your questions can also be emailed to firstname.lastname@example.com .
Stormwater facilities that are functioning as they were designed will not cause mosquito problems. Most facilities, except wet ponds, are designed to drain within 72 hours. DEP has developed a webpage and brochure with all the information you need to identify if mosquitoes are coming from a mal-functioning stormwater management facility and how to prevent these issues. The webpage also contains general information on mosquito biology and prevention.
Visit the DEP Mosquitoes webpage
Storm Drain Problems
If you believe a storm drain is not operating effectively, you may call the Division of Highway Services (DHS) at 311. DHS addresses issues such as blocked storm drains along roads.
Stormwater Ponds
Questions about stormwater ponds? Visit the stormwater ponds page to learn about maintaining ponds and pond signage.


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Rated 4.5 out of 5 by 71 reviewers.
Rated 4 out of 5 by CupcakeGrenade worth it! I love this jacket, & love that it comes in plus sizes. I love how I can layer underneath, it's pretty roomy. I probably could have sized down, but I was unsure if the sizes were true to size. The wrist cuffs with thumb holes are a plus! I also like how every pocket has a zipper, plus added interior pocket is a bonus! I'd like to see this jacket in more colours. It's very warm, but you don't get overheated or under heated. I'd like to see this jacket come with a attached hood, & maybe a bottom cinch cord to tighten around the hips. I also found that the arms were a tad long, but I don't mind that. THANK YOU for thinking about us plus size ladies out there! October 20, 2016
Rated 5 out of 5 by LittleRae Very Warm This jacket is very light,But very warm. Almost too warm when you are walking in the winter. With temp. -10c to -15c, have to unzipped the jacket. October 11, 2016
Rated 5 out of 5 by JacobieMum Great light fall and winter jacket This jacket is thin and light, but very warm and comfy. I like that it's not heavy and easy to roll up into a backpack or suitcase. Warms up within minutes and is a perfect jacket to take to the airport or any place you're traveling. Fits true to size and looks slimming. September 5, 2016
Rated 5 out of 5 by Nature55386 Thrilled! I bough this as a last minute purchase to head North for Ice fishing and snowmobiling. I was skeptical of the warmth such a thin jacket could provide but I was able to snowmobile for 7 hours in high teens to low 20's without getting even chilled. awesome jacket and I plan to buy another. February 14, 2016
Rated 5 out of 5 by Mary36 Great Coat I was really surprised by how lightweight and seemingly thin this coat was when it arrived. But, with the omniheat lining- this coat is very warm and cuts the wind -really maximizing your body heat. The thumb holes are super soft and warm and the interior zip pocket and zip exterior pockets are great features! Great for outdoor exercise or activities- not ideal for temps below 20 degrees if you're going to be outside and inactive. January 20, 2016
Rated 4 out of 5 by chigirl79 Thin and warm, but too short I will admit I kept this jacket even though it is a little too short. It's perfect for weather 30-60 degrees, more layers if colder, and i'ts lightweight. January 14, 2016
Rated 5 out of 5 by JenV Lightweight but perfectly warm! I read all of the reviews on this jacket and did buy one size larger than I thought I needed. I should have fit in a 2X based on the sizing guide but I am glad I bought a larger size. It's very warm (despite its thin nature and lightweight). I love the sleeves with the thumb holes. Honestly, that probably sold me on the jacket. I have long arms and the sleeves are actually long enough. The thumb holes are a little tight for my long arms but useful for short wear. I don't think I'll always use them though because I feel like I am pulling on the jacket a little. It's stylish and not too billowy. I really wanted a jacket that was lightweight, warm and not bulky and I found it! December 17, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5 by Akiko62 Lightweight knockout! I bought this item after I'd purchased the vest version a while ago; its quality, fit, and features had wowed me enough that I treated myself to the jacket. It's a great outerwear with a lightweight feel. While I almost live in hoodies, this item is a fashionable change up. I got the jacket in a 2X so I can wear bulky clothes under it; I haven't worn it in freezing conditions, but I don't think it would give the maximum warmth for 25 degree (or lower) weather without something warmer worn underneath. I love the snug cuff lining at the wrists with the thumb-hole; I slipped on my gloves over them and there is no gap for cold air to get to my arms! The tip of the zipper has an ergonomically shaped rubber tip for easy grasping, even with gloves on; smooth action on the zipper, no snags! The reflective dot lining helps me stay warm without over heating, nor do I get a static zap when I slip out of this coat like I do with other like coats. I know most of my points are little details, but it's the little things that round out a great jacket. The only thing I wish for on this otherwise great product is a detachable hood. Thanks for making an awesome jacket! December 15, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5 by Jenner268 Great all around jacket I purchased this jacket for every day wear that I could also wear on the ski hill. I run very hot so a traditional ski jacket to too warm. On cold windy days -15 C (-20 C with wind) I was comfortable with a t shirt under it. It handles humidity and rain well and is warm with out the bulk. I love this jacket, I'm so glad I bought it. December 3, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5 by Mellie Warm warm and warm I was very surprised at how warm this coat is given how thin it is. It is less bulky than your average sweatshirt, and very similar I'm feel to wearing a wind breaker. However, it keeps me warmer than my bulky wool coat. I was out in the snow for two hours and didn't get cold. I love this coat, and I should highly recommend it. December 1, 2015
Rated 4 out of 5 by Jen79 Happy so far! A lightweight down jacket - not sure it will survive the -40 temps we get, but so far I'm happy with it. Definitely keeps you warm in this transition time - especially in the wind! Body is pretty true to size, arms are really long though - will have to get those shortened! November 17, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5 by judypom drivability I wanted a warm jacket, without bulk and too much weight .Hate driving with a restrictive jacket. This jacket is great for driving and keeps me warm on cold days. Only wish it was a little longer. February 28, 2015
Rated 4 out of 5 by RoxyM Love the jacket but... I really love the jacket, it keeps you warm. It's so nice that it's really light weight. The size does run small. I usually wear a large or extra large, but with this jacket I got a 1XL. It allows me to wear something like a sweatshirt if I need to. The only problem is it'd be nice if there was a drawstring or something at the bottom of the jacket to tighten to prevent the wind from blowing under. Because of the bigger size, the bottom of the jacket is not fitting to my body type. Other than that it was nice to finally find a light, warm jacket for winter. February 24, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5 by Jellybean0729 Absolutely lives up to its name! Perfect errand jacket and wearing while working out... light-weight incredibly warm and always getting compliments (purchased the jacket in coral glow) - warms up the grey dismal coloring of a Chicago winter. February 6, 2015
Rated 4 out of 5 by cinnamon322 good fit Many of the reviews stated this coat ran small. I feel the fit is great and true to size. My only complaint is the fabric used to line the pockets. It is very cheap and feels awful when I put my hand in my pocket. February 2, 2015
Rated 4 out of 5 by ColdKansas Great jacket Beautiful red jacket runs small so order a size larger than normal. It is so lightweight and comfortable-not bulky at all. I love this jacket and had looked all over for light weight warm one that was comfortable. February 1, 2015
Rated 3 out of 5 by Christine0o218 Not what I expected.... Runs a little small, I recommend going the next size up and than you still won't be able to layer underneath. Also, jacket is not that warm. Better for a Fall jacket, will not keep you warm enough on a cold day. January 26, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5 by bcpdance Love love love!! I got this jacket delivered today and LOVE it!! It does run a little small. Usually I wear a L or XL, and i purchased a 1X and fits perfect. Maybe with a little room for a sweater underneath. I am tempted to buy another!! January 23, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5 by jcc53 love this jacket I had been wanting this jacket for some time. It is very lightweight that makes it very packable for traveling. But don't let that fool you in to thinking that this is a lightweight jacket. It is very warm and comfortable. Had to order up a size to fit comfortable with layering underneath. Love the Omni Heat. I have slippers and vest that also has the same lining. January 19, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5 by sharon24 So comfortable. This is a great jacket. So light weight but nice and warm. I don't like heavy restricting jackets so this is perfect. I originally bought the Mighty Lite 111 vest and liked it so much that I bought the jacket too for an Alaskan cruise I am going to be taking. Love the weight and the cuffed sleeves with the thumb holes. Would highly recommend this jacket as well as the vest for slightly warmer uses. January 15, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5 by BostonFan BEST JACKET EVER!!!! I do not like wearing jackets/coats but this is SO comfortable it's like not wearing one at all. I'm actually going to purchase the long one too. January 13, 2015
Rated 5 out of 5 by Kp1954 Best jacket ever! Warmest jacket I have ever owned and prettiest! It's nice to have name brand quality items for plus size December 25, 2014
Rated 2 out of 5 by NewYorkWeather Disappointed Initially, I wanted to buy another Columbia Sportswear Jacket due to my previous purchase of a Water Resistant technology winter jacket last year (2013). So I purchased the Women's Mighty Lite™ III Jacket – Plus Size 2X, but it was not as warm as I thought it would be (or advertised). Even worn with a hooded sweater underneath, it was not warm enough to withstand the 35-40 degrees NY weather. The Women's Mighty Lite™ III Jacket – Plus Size's zipper would not zip all the way to the top. The product is not worth this price. It is more like a 60+ degrees spring jacket rather than a winter jacket even with the Omni-Heat and Water Resistant technology. It would be better with an adjustable hood, more plush, and warmth. I really regret this purchase. December 21, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by Pinkpetunias wonderful color I got the pink and the color is amazing. Unfortunately I followed the reviews and sized up in this jacket. It is too big but I have already worn it once. I wish I had of sized down! I am probably going to order another one but what a waste of money...I should have followed my instinct and sent it back right away but I kept thinking it would be great with a sweater...nope still too big. Love, love, love the color and the weight...you will ove this nice jlightweight jacket but don't size up! December 18, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Daisysnana Daisys Nana loves this jacket!! OMG love this coat...love it so much I'm going to get my daughter one.. She will love it.. Thank you!! December 18, 2014
Rated 3 out of 5 by Bluey40 Mighty Lite III Jacket First of all this jacket is so cute, I love that. But it is made so small. I normally wear X-Large in outerwear but I went up to a 1X in this coat and it was tight, in the arms, not only the upper but forearm also. The chest and waist area were doable but definitely didn't fit like a 1X in other outerwear. I'm new to Columbia, so I'm learning the sizes and fit of their line...But I too would say go up a size maybe two, if you're a little bigger in the chest area....I'm keeping it but in the future I will order 2X but I really wish Columbia would re-size their clothing so it's not so tight and you could order your normal size instead of having to guess....Thank you December 18, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by WindyCityLady LOVE THIS JACKET! I ordered up one size because I wear layers here in Chicago. That being said, love this jacket because it is so lightweight, but very warm. If you put the jacket on a few minutes before going outside - it is toasty. December 16, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Vicky58 Love love this jacket The most comfortable winter jacket I have ever had. Lightweight not bulky and keeps you warm. Live in Minnesota and this jacket is a must for any cold climates. Couldn't be happier with this purchase. December 9, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Jordana SO HAPPY AND BEYOND SATISFIED!!! I've been hunting for a good winter jacket that doesn't add a ton of bulk and make me look ridiculous/huge (as I am plus sized) for months...took a chance and ordered this jacket online on Black Friday and the beauty just arrived in the mail today!!! Let's just say I'm THRILLED!! I absolutely love this jacket!! Ladies, if you are curvy/plus sized and are sick of most stores' winter jackets that not only look extremely unflattering but are also physically uncomfortable...bulky...restricting, then this is the jacket for YOU!!! This jacket is SO lightweight and comfortable, barely adds any bulk to your body shape, but the Omni-Heat feature keeps you VERY warm and dry!! We had light snowfall in Massachusetts today and it was freezing. I tested this jacket out for the first time and it kept me nice and toasty! It is so easy to move around in and I can't stress this enough, SO comfortable. It's very flattering too. I ordered this in Black in a 2X. I normally wear an XXL or 1X, but something told me to order this jacket a size up as I have broad shoulders, wide hips and a full chest. I didn't want it to feel tight. I would recommend ordering a size up. I definitely have room to wear a sweater underneath but probably not a very bulky hoodie. I got this jacket for a good deal on Black Friday. It took awhile to ship but it was worth the wait. My only complaint is I wish it had a hood. I notice the longer version of this jacket has a hood but I'm pretty short so I tend to look ridiculous in long jackets. All in all, I am SO HAPPY with this jacket!! It wasn't super expensive, will keep me warm all winter and it is definitely one of the most flattering jackets I've ever seen for a curvy figure. SO LIGHTWEIGHT!! Did I mention that already?? Haha. The Omni-Heat is just magic!! December 8, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by J651 Fun coat I love this coat! It is bright(pink) and it is light in weight and keeps you warm. Great for shopping and doing errands when you don't want a bulky coat. I do wish it had a hood and I am not thrilled with the weird inner sleeve hand thing with the thumb hole. It just gets in the way. December 5, 2014
Rated 3 out of 5 by K8ttop Sleeves too tight and confining From the other reviews, I knew others were ordering up a size. I wear an XL in TNF. But trying this on in the store, the sleeves and waist were too tight. I thought I could apply ordering up to the sleeves. Unfortunately, for me the sleeves are just too tight and then the bust is very large. I would have needed to have it tailored to fit. Why must the sleeves be so tight? Arm movement is important...had to return. December 3, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by murphysmom Awesome coat! This is the second Columbia coat I have purchased. The first one was about 15 years ago. I am still wearing that one by the way! I wanted a lighter coat than the one I already had and chose this one. I could not be happier with it! I purchased a size larger so I could wear sweaters and sweatshirts underneath if I wanted. The size is just right. It is large enough for a hoodie, but not so large that I can't wear it alone. December 1, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Jules82 Love it! When I first received it in the mail I thought, oh no this will never keep me warm. What a nice surprise! It's light weight and yet keeps me nice and toasty. I shoveled snow, kept warm and didn't sweat. Perfect for outdoor sports. I ordered another in hot pink! November 28, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Michelle6291 Love this Jacket I purchased this jacket in Quill in 2x. The fit is a little small, but it is perfect under a light sweater or tees. The color is beautiful and a have received many compliments already. It is warm. November 20, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Stacy72 Love this coat so much I am ordering another! I live in Wisconsin so I am anticipating a very cold winter this year. I bought this coat in the coral glow...absolutely beautiful! This color is bright and bold so know this when you buy it it's not a boring coat. Everyone will notice you. Had several people ask where to get it! I also like the fact it is not bulky like down..so you won't get the Michelin man effect. The only issue I have with any of the Columbia jackets is the arm openings are way to small. I bought a 3x in order just to be able to move properly with a sweatshirt or a thin sweater. This coat can not have a bulky sweater underneath. It would be too cramped. November 17, 2014
Rated 2 out of 5 by Midwest66 This jacket needs to be more durable The jacket is extremely light weight and comfortable but is too flimsy and looks wrinkled after only 2weeks of wear. Was looking for a more substantial coat. Would be good in moderate temps but not in real cold weather. More of a wind jacket, which it does keep wind out. November 17, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Kbrackett Great product! Received my jacket today in the coral color. I knew it would be bright and I love it! Wore it outside with cold and heavy wind and it felt great! I would recommend to anyone. It does run a little small. I'm glad I ordered a size bigger so I can wear a heavy sweater under it. November 11, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by gordo123 LOVE IT! I've been searching for a nice light weight, but warm jacket for several years and never found the right one. I was hestiant to order online without trying it on - but fits great. I ordered the size I typically would, but I tend to order a bit larger anyway. Extremely warm, but not bulky, and didn't get feathers all over my sweaterh when I wore it!! Definitely worth the price November 6, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by ExplorerJ Great Jacket - Warm, trendy and packable Being in the outdoor industry, I've tried several different light down jackets, and this to date, is my favorite. It's breathable, packable and is perfect for chilly mornings and nights. I bought it a little larger so it's longer and more space to bundle layers underneath it, and so far, is holding true to it's value. Sometimes I wish it had a hood, but it's the perfect addition to my street-wear wardrobe and my new go-to-jacket! I love it so much that I may buy another one in a different color. October 31, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by ZooKeeper Great fit, and very flattering! I love my coat! My husband bought this coat for me after looking for one for over a year. I had a hard time finding a coat that was flattering and fit comfortably, this one is perfect. It's not boxy at all and is very low profile for a 'puffy' coat. It is also very warm, especially for being so thin. I highly recommend it! October 29, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by kas111375 Love it, but a bit small I am 5'8" and normally wear a 1x/2x in clothing. I bought this in size 2x. While it fits, it's a bit snug in the chest/hip area as the jacket is fitted. I am sending it back and ordering a 3x, unfortunately. I want to be able to wear sweaters/sweatshirts under it and there is no way any of that will fit. The jacket itself is gorgeous, I absolutely love it. I bought the Quill color (purple) and it's a bit darker than the picture, which I'm fine with. I can't wait for my new one to arrive so I can actually wear it! No complaints, but maybe Columbia should adjust their size charts so I don't have to order this twice? October 23, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by fern21 my dream coat I love this coat. It is so nice. I love the comfort cuffs. The omni heat technology is amazing. I will wear this beautiful white coat until it wears out and I will then buy another! October 13, 2014
Rated 3 out of 5 by Shanno Way too small I should have listened to all the previous reviews when they said this runs small! I got the same jacket in a longer version last year, so I went ahead and got the same size as I had previously (even doublechecked by trying it on again before I made this order, just to be positive on the size.) This jacket fits perfectly if you're just wearing a t-shirt underneath, but definitely no room for an extra sweater or layers. My main use is for my commute to and from work where I'm standing outside waiting for buses, so it essentially works for that, but I'm not planning on wearing it all day at work, so I'd have to bring my sweater separately in a bag or something. I'm going to the store this afternoon to return it :( September 18, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by shayshay great Love it. Its light weight and I love the way it fit me. I never wear it out doors let due to the fact it just now turning fall season in USA. I bought this coat for the winter. September 8, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by julie19 Finally pulled the trigger and so glad I did! I have been looking at light-weight jackets like these for a few seasons. I'm so glad I finally purchased it and wished I had done so earlier. SO light and warm, very compact (have worn under softshell to ski). Every member of my family has one now and those days of super-puffy, giant winter coats are gone! The reflective inside of coat really does the trick. I go between XL and 1X for coats and on this one I needed the 1X since it is fitted at the hips. December 16, 2013
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Change is good, but ...
It pays to pay extra money and attention when changing the oil
By Jennifer Hadley 03/19/2009
Since I decided to keep my car indefinitely, I am trying to do a better job of keeping up with regular maintenance. But I'm also pinching my pennies. Since the last time I took the Xterra in for an oil change, I spent more than $400 on services, which seemed to make absolutely no difference in the way it drives. This time, I decided I would not be taken for a chump.
I was especially excited about this oil change. I'd recently gotten a tip from a colleague who felt she'd been coerced into an unnecessary and potentially harmful engine flush when she took her SUV in for an oil change at an EZ Lube in Glendale. This all happened around the same time that NBC-4 News released the findings of its undercover investigation, showing chains like EZ Lube and Jiffy Lube were misleading customers into believing manufacturers recommend such services (which, for the record, they don't). But I know that I've got sucker written all over me, so I was certain I'd be offered the flush.
Imagine my disappointment when I showed up at that same EZ Lube, only to find that I wasn't even offered, let alone pressured into the bogus service. Instead, what I received was, frankly, decent, expedient service. Danny, the technician who greeted me, offered me the choice of synthetic or regular oil for my car. Synthetic oil, at $52.99, was better, he explained, and would allow me to go 5,000 miles or five months without needing another oil change. By comparison, regular oil, at $34.99, would last three months or 3,000 miles. Since I've never taken the Xterra in on time for its oil changes, the time and mileage didn't make any difference to me – I'd just drive it 5,000 miles on 3,000-mile oil anyway. So the decision came down to money. I opted for the cheap change.
Danny next suggested a tire rotation. OK, so I went for it, but in my defense, my tires hadn't been rotated since June, and he said they should be rotated every 6,000 miles. I have no idea if that is true, but even if he was grossly exaggerating, I had gone almost 10,000 miles without rotating them, so he up-sold me there by $24.99. Still, he was nice and accommodating, even when I flat out refused to divulge my address for their customer records.
Feeling like a real hard-nose for not falling for the pricey oil, I went to sit in the waiting room, bored with the fact that my "investigation" was such a snore.
Aha! Upon examination of my estimate, I saw that it stated that I was the driver of a 2005 Toyota 4Runner. I marched right outside and pointed out the error. Nothing was getting past me. I would not be taken for a ride! The manager said he'd change it immediately in the computer, and that it was an accident.
Twenty minutes passed as I sat desperately trying to find fault with anything that was happening at the lube shop. Nada. Thanks for taking the wind out of my sails, Channel 4. Then the manager called me out to my car. Here he showed me the oil level. He also showed me my air filter, which he said was moderately dirty, but didn't need to be changed just yet.
Wow! Maybe I don't look like such a sucker after all. Or maybe all the negative publicity has lube and oil shops cleaning up their acts.
Unfortunately, he did try to sell me on changing the rear differential fluid, as it was a "recommended service." I pointed out to him that this was a "recommended service" for a Toyota 4Runner, not a Nissan Xterra. With seeming sincerity, he apologized, told me that I was correct, and made one final offer: some fuel injection thing. I asked him if that was a manufacturer recommendation, or an EZ Lube recommendation, and he responded immediately and honestly that it was an EZ Lube recommendation. I declined the service, and he didn't push it. All the same, if I hadn't been media-primed to pay close attention to details, I might have elected the service.
But instead, less than an hour later, I was on my way, with fresh oil and rotated tires for a reasonable $62.67.
Although my big break into investigative journalism went up in smoke that day, I felt proud that my hard-earned money hadn't. Nor did my faith in the humanity of oil and lube technicians. Sometimes, I decided, you just get fair, honest service — particularly if you're paying attention.
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The panorama of Case 1 shows that the focus of the exhibit was on the five WASP that were associated with Klamath County, Oregon; left to right, Blanche Osborn Bross, Margaret DeBolt Christian, Peggie Parker Eccles, Margarete McGrath Armstrong, and Gail G. Sigford.
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Margaret DeBolt Christian
MARGARET DE BOLT CHRISTIANA graduate of Klamath Union High School, Margaret DeBolt lived with her parents in Klamath Falls, before going to the University of Oregon in 1941. She also clerked for the JNN Company of Klamth Falls. In late September 1943, she left Klamath Falls by train to join her WASP class, 44-W-3, at Avenger Field in Sweetwater, Texas. She flew AT-6s and B-26s. After she received her wings, she was assigned to Dodge City Army Air Base.
|Courtesy of James Christian, from the Christian Family Archives
Five WASP in flight suits- Margaret DeBolt Christian, 2nd from rt.
Debolt met her future husband, Charles D. Christian, while they were both stationed at Merced, California. After the WASP were disbanded in December 1944, she turned her attention to raising her family. Margaret returned to flying in the 1960s when she taught ground school and instruments at Mount San Antonio Junior College in Los Angeles County. She also taught flying privately for many years. She kept flying until she was in her 70's. The Christians owned three airplanes at different times; Cessna Cardinal RG, Cessna 210, and Beach Barron.
|Courtesy of James Christian, from the Christian Family Archives
circa 1980s Margaret DeBolt Christian in her Beach Baron
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February 13, 2013 —
Tony Cellini, the supervisor of the Town of Thompson, said, "We have a handful of naysayers; let's not let the naysayers run our community." He then urged the people in the crowded clubhouse to pack the public hearing of the Thompson Planning Board on February 13 and support the proposed expansion of the Monticello Motor Club (MMC).
There were no naysayers in the room as Ari Straus, president of MMC, laid out his vision for the future of the sprawling facility. Straus said investors have so far sunk $40 million into the facility, and in the next 10 years are looking at investing an additional $42 million.
Straus described the facility as a "high-end racing resort catering to high-end motor enthusiasts who love having their own playground," and who come to the facility to drive their cars fast around the custom-built race track.
Among the additions to the facility would be 70 condominiums. Straus said some of the 250 members who come to the facility would like to stay "on site" when they visit.
The condos would also help attract more car manufacturers to the site. Straus said, "Porsche, as an example, will come with a team of 40 people, that start at 6 a.m. and work to 10 p.m." setting up for a consumer event, "and they would love a place on site."
Straus said there is also a need for more private garage spaces. Most of the cars that are used on the track have been modified for racing, and are no longer able to be used on the street. The cars are left at the facility, but the club is out of garage space.
Another item on the expansion wish list is a larger clubhouse, because on many weekends the current one is packed.
Also, MMC would like to bring a maximum of three professional races a year to the track, which would include professional drivers and spectators who buy tickets. He said the number of spectators at these races would range from 2,000 to 5,000.
Before professional races can be considered at MMC, a couple of modifications would be needed, such as professional pits, where crews work on the cars during a race. The track would also need a larger parking area to accommodate the trucks that transport the race cars.
In order to allow spectators to view the race on the irregularly shaped track, there would be a trolley system "kind of like Disney World," which would move people to various locations around the track.
Addressing the complaints of some neighbors regarding noise, Straus said a sound study was recently published and the authors said that some sound walls might be beneficial. Straus said, "You're talking about $.5 million to $1.2 million that looks like it might have a positive impact on a handful of people."
He said no part of the operation produces noise louder than an operating airport, which is what the property was formerly used for. Still, he said, "We will adhere to whatever conditions the planning board gives us."


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Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: http://hdl.handle.net/1959.3/198859
- Title
- Layer-by-layer growth of multicomponent colloidal crystals over large areas
- Author(s)
- Singh, Gurvinder; Pillai, Saju; Arpanaei, Ayyoob; Kingshott, Peter
- Abstract
- Self-assembly of different sized colloidal particles into multicomponent crystals results in novel material properties compared to the properties of the individual components alone. The formation of binary and, for the first time, ternary colloidal crystals through a simple and inexpensive confined-area evaporation-induced layer-by-layer (LBL) assembly method is reported. The proposed method produces high quality multicomponent colloidal crystal films over a broad range of particle size-ratios and large surface areas (cm 2) from silica/polystyrene colloidal suspensions of low concentration. By adjusting the size-ratio and concentration of the colloidal particles, complex crystals of tunable stoichiometries are fabricated and their structural characteristics are further confirmed with reported crystal analogues. In addition, complex structures form as a result of the interplay of the template layer effect, the surface forces exerted by the meniscus of the drying liquid, the space filling principle, and entropic forces. Thus, this LBL approach is a versatile way to grow colloidal crystals with binary, ternary, or more complex structures. Evaporation driven layer-by-layer self-assembly of different sized colloidal particles yields a variety of well-ordered binary and ternary colloidal crystals depending on the size ratio and volume fraction of the small particles in the suspension. These complex crystals can be grown reproducibly to over a centimeter length scale.
- Publication type
- Journal article
- Research centre
- Swinburne University of Technology. Faculty of Engineering and Industrial Sciences. Industrial Research Institute Swinburne
- Source
- Advanced Functional Materials, Vol. 21, no. 13 (Jul 2011), pp. 2556-2563
- Publication year
- 2011
- FOR Code(s)
- 0303 Macromolecular and Materials Chemistry; 0904 Chemical Engineering; 0912 Materials Engineering
- Keyword(s)
- Binary crystals; Colloidal self-assembly; Evaporation; Patterning; Ternary crystals
- Publisher
- WILEY-VCH Verlag
- Publisher URL
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- Copyright © 2011 WILEY-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim.
- Peer reviewed


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Elkins man arrested after high-speed chase
An Elkins man is free on bond following a high-speed chase this week.
Justin Andrew Morgan, 27, was arrested Tuesday for reckless driving and intentionally attempting to flee in a vehicle from a law enforcement officer while operating the vehicle in a manner showing reckless indifference to the safety of others, a felony.
The maximum penalty for these charges carries a fine of not less than $1,000 nor more than $2,000 and one to five years in a state correctional facility.
Elkins City Police Officer Corporal C.D. Cross attempted to stop Morgan, who the officer said was allegedly traveling 60 m.p.h. on a motorcycle on the Beverly Five-Lane at 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, heading toward Elkins.
According to the criminal complaint, Cross turned on his lights to signal Morgan to pull over, and the motorcycle began to weave recklessly through traffic in both northbound lanes, increasing in speed to 75 m.p.h. Cross wrote that Morgan refused to stop and turned left onto Wilcox Street, then failed to stop at the stop sign on Wilcox and Barron Avenue.
Following this, Cross said Morgan continued on Barron Avenue, and turned onto 11th Street without stopping at the stop sign. Next, Morgan turned onto Cole Avenue and attempted to turn right onto 12th Street, when Morgan lost control and laid the bike down on its side, ending the pursuit, the complaint states.
Morgan was transported to Davis Memorial Hospital for treatment of cuts and abrasions to his right knee, forearm and wrist caused by the crash. The complaint noted that Morgan did not appear to be under the influence of any drugs or alcohol. Morgan possesses a valid West Virginia motorcycle instruction permit. The motorcycle was properly registered and contains a valid insurance card, the complaint stated.


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Biology Department Matches Students with Alumni Mentors
On Wednesday, January 30, a total of 21 current Biology students had the opportunity to meet and network with alumni who are working in the industry through the department's peer mentoring program.
The program has been in place for two years, and matches first-year students with more experienced students in the major. Peer mentor/mentee teams are then matched with an alumni mentor who serves as a resource for information and support to students throughout the semester.
The event included a dinner, a brief presentation about mentoring, and a time for networking. A total of 14 alumni attended.
Samantha Kelly '13, a Biology major, and Dr. Jeffrey Dolgos, DDS, '92.


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WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Auto Safety Kit, Auto Aid in a Bottle, Winter Safety Kit, and Outdoorsman in a Bottle
Units: About 4,100
Distributor: L.L. Bean, of Freeport, Maine
Hazard: The products have a flashlight that relies on a powerful magnet and copper coil for manual recharging. The magnet adversely affects the polarity of the compass rendering it unreliable. The magnet could be powerful enough to disrupt a heart patient's Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD). The product's packaging lacks appropriate warning information.
Incidents/Injuries: There have been no reported incidents or injuries.
Description: Each kit contains a variety of safety equipment including a "Forever Flashlight," which does not use batteries. Shaking the flashlight for 30 seconds provides about 5 minutes of light. The Outdoorsman in a Bottle kit contains a compass. Other items which could be included in the kits include gloves, a blanket, emergency vest, a water bottle, a rain poncho and a knife. L.L. Bean is written on the bottle or blanket with these kits.
Sold by: L.L. Bean's stores, catalogs and Web sites sold these kits from August 2005 through November 2005 for between $20 and $60.
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: Consumers with recalled kits should contact L.L. Bean immediately to receive a free warning label for the flashlight. Consumers with Outdoorsman in a Bottle kits will receive a free replacement compass/whistle.
Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers can contact L.L. Bean at (800) 555-9717 between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm ET Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.llbean.com
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with the use of
thousands of types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product incidents cost the
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mechanical hazard. CPSC's work to help ensure the safety of consumer products - such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters and household
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Federal law bars any person from selling products subject to a publicly-announced voluntary recall by a manufacturer or a mandatory recall ordered by the
To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury go online to www.SaferProducts.gov or call CPSC's Hotline at 800-638-2772 or teletypewriter at
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We believe that we CAN achieve a U.S. foreign policy toward Latin America that we can be proud of... but we have our work cut out for us! We must raise our collective voices in our communities, in the media, and to our policymakers. Don't worry if you have not visited your member of Congress or written a letter to the editor before. This section will provide you with some tips for successful activism.


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There is so much more to college than academic rankings. Find out how much you know about some of these less publicized U.S. News and World Reports lists with this quiz.
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General Subject Committees
General Subject Matter Codex Committees develop standards, codes of practice or guidelines that apply to all commodity committees.
Food Additives
Establishes or endorses permitted maximum levels for food additives.
Host country: China
Contaminants in Foods
Establishes maximum or guideline levels for contaminants and naturally occurring toxins in food and animal feed.
Host country: Netherlands
Food Hygiene
Drafts basic provisions on food hygiene for all foods.
Host country: United States
Food Import & Export Certification & Inspection Systems
Develops principles and guidelines for food import and export certification systems.
Host country: Australia
Food Labelling
Studies issues related to food labeling, endorses labeling provisions, and considers issues of mislabeling.
Host country: Canada
General Principles
Considers rules and procedures referred to it by the Codex Alimentarius Commission.
Host country: France
Methods of Analysis & Sampling
Endorses methods of analysis and sampling proposed by Codex committees except for residues of pesticides of veterinary drugs in foods.
Host country: Hungary
Nutrition & Foods for Special Dietary Uses
Drafts provisions on nutritional aspects for foods and develops guidelines, general principles and standards for foods for special dietary uses.
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Protecting your data from drive failures, theft, fire, flood, and dinosaurs.
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How to utilize cloning for backup and other chores.
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Larger drives are faster.
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Tips for networking, internet, etc.
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Suggestions for setting up your Mac for performance and data safety.
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Camera cards and readers.
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When and Why to Upgrade Your Mac.
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Reduce the chances of security breaches.
Use high quality passwords, identities, logins conveniently.
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What you should know about CS5 performance.
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Learn about Activity Monitor and understand how CPU cores, processes, memory use, and software scalability affect performance.
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Monitoring tips and application CPU core scorecard.
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Mountain Lion tips and how-to.
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Headaches and hassles encountered with OS X.
When an upgrade brings more downgrades and bugs than value.
How fast and reliable can RAID-0, RAID-5 and RAID-6 go using an 8-drive mini-SAS box and a hardware RAID card?
Choosing among 4/6/8/12 cores, and is 2010 Mac Pro faster or better than 2009 model?
Why 4 cores are often faster than 8!
Maxing-out your MacBook Pro Core i7 with memory and drives.
Ultra-fast solid state storage with hardware RAID for a Mac Pro in a PCIe slot.
Huge capacity in a speedy SATA SSD.
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Fast 6 Gbps solid state drives eclipse prior generations with 500+ MB/sec.
Fast 6 Gbps high capacity SSD.
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First Thursday: Slam Poetry WorkshopThursday, November 7th, 2013
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Jazz Hudson has been rocking East Bay mics since the eighth grade. From her first writer's workshop at the West Oakland Library — where her father sent her to "curb that mouth of hers" — she has performed everywhere from the streets of Oakland and Richmond to the national stage. Jazz will help students refine pieces already in progress or come up with something new—perhaps something for the Slam Poetry Competition in March.
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Dear Editor,
The Belmont County commissioners are discussing a $10 license plate fee for the residents of Belmont County.
Not surprising, they are not even mentioning an expiration date. Expiration dates are ignored anyway.
In the 90's they increased the sales tax in the county. Although the expiration date has long passed the tax is still being collected.
When I served on Bellaire's Downtown Revitalization Committee we floated the idea of a $5 license fee for the residents of Bellaire. Our intention was to use if for matching funds for a grant. The village council like the idea.
They passed it without hesitation but decided that it would be used for some other purpose. That was many years ago and I think it is still being collected.
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The two Woodsboro men have worked on the aging house behind the Woodsboro bank for a good while as have other community members – up to 30 people at one time.
Wilson explains that he and Blashke are members of a nonprofit: Good News Inc. And they do the work with God's guidance.
Once the house is refurbished, they have in mind to let a widow and her grandchildren live there, just for the cost of utilities.
"She has been excited for months," Wilson said.
They had set a goal last year to let her move in at Chritmastime, but that deadline passed and then Valentine's Day was set, but that passed, too.
"Maybe this Christmas," Wilson added.
A long time ago, Lillian Bridges owned the house. But when she died, the house's ownership passed to her son, Fred Vernon, who lives in California.
Last fall, Vernon donated the house to Good News Inc.
But, sadly, the house had been empty and unattended for 15 years. So it fell in really terrible shape.
So far, the house has a new roof, new porch, new plumbing, new paint and new electrical work. This week, new sewer lines should be connected, too.
But much more work is to be done, including replacing some rotten flooring, sheetrock, more painting and general cleanup.
Much of the work was donated. A retiree mows the grass. A local electrician who is a member of the Lion's Club donated his labor. And Blaschke keeps the weeds and insects in control.
Wilson said miracles are happening. For example, workers got 37 bundles of shingles for the new roof. Only three were left after the work was done.
He said the economics teacher at the high school – Jimmy Blaschke – had his class participate. Supervised by teachers, the students scraped paint, flipped window screens and painted them, pressure washed and tore down a rotting garage.
Those students who participated in the project were allowed to drop their lowest grade in the class.
But Wilson said the students also benefitted from learning about community involvement and doing good works.
"We're going to retain ownership and let the lady use the house as long as she is alive," Wilson said.
Wilson and Mark Blaschke are quick to credit God for the work on the house so far.
"We've been meeting together since I retired from the military in 2000. One of the things we wanted to do early on was help. This is a culmination of all those prayer days we put together," Blaschke said.
And the community has been instrumental in helping.
"We're so blessed with individual donations. Valero has been great for us. They've been giving us nice grants," Wilson said.
Also, Wilson said the Coastal Bend Community Foundation in Corpus Christi has helped.
"And the churches: The Lutheran church has had garage sales and the Baptist church gives money. People from the other churches come help, too," Wilson said.
Good News Inc. began in 1969 and Wilson became a member in the 1970s. Since then, 10 years ago, he started a latchkey program for kids: an after-school facility he calls the Woodsboro Family Center.
"It's free, but they're going to get scriptures," Wilson said.
At this point, pertaining to the old house, Wilson said more people are needed to volunteer labor to get the house finished.
"We need help," he said.
They plan to put sheetrock on the ceiling soon, and any who would help are welcomed.
Wilson said members of his church – Grace Temple in Goliad – had painted the house and prepared the roof. They plan to come again soon to tape and float.
People should phone Wilson at 543-4979 if they want to help refurbish the house.
"We've done nothing but good for the community. That's for sure," Wilson said, reluctantly.
He and Blaschke said they don't want any credit for their work.
"We don't need any glory; it's all His glory."


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Singles Scorecard: Reviewing new tracks from Justin Timberlake, Drake, Postal Service and more
Years of no new music, and now two song introductions within a couple of days of each other, Justin Timberlake is making up for lost time.
Trouble is, "Mirrors," the track from his forthcoming "The 20/20 Experience" he released to YouTube and iTunes, isn't so great. »Read Full Blog Post
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Craft breweries give Madison a heads up among college football towns
On the same day that U.S. News & World Report announced college rankings, a different college list came out. CraftBeer.com announced 15 craft beer obsessed college football towns.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison held steady in the U.S. News Report. It didn't do badly on the nationwide craft beer list, either. »Read Full Article
Weigel stations hit with two bias complaints
Weigel Broadcasting-owned stations in Milwaukee have been hit with two bias complaints.
In May Carlos Vergara filed a discrimination claim with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission alleging that he was passed over for promotion in favor of "less experienced Anglo anchors." »Read Full Blog Post(3)
WISN anchor-reporter Portia Young moves to Sargento
After 14 years in broadcasting, 10 of them at WISN-TV (Channel 12), anchor-reporter Portia Young has left the station to join Sargento Foods as public relations manager, it was announced Tuesday.
"I would say ever since I came back from maternity leave I was thinking about" leaving broadcasting, she said. »Read Full Blog Post(21)
New wine list at c.1880 focuses on Wisconsin roots of vintners
Diners at c.1880, 1100 S. 1st St., will notice a new wine list that supplements the one recognized by Wine Spectator magazine; it shines a light on former Wisconsinites making wine elsewhere in the country and the world.
It includes a Cotes du Rhone from an estate owned by metro Milwaukee native and cookbook author Patricia Wells, and a Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon made by brothers Chad and Corey Braunel, formerly of the Marathon area, in Washington. »Read Full Blog Post
Jim Crace, Jhumpa Lahiri, Colm Toibin top Man Booker prize shortlist
Jim Crace's "The Harvest," Jhumpa Lahiri's "The Lowland" and Colm Toibin's 'The Testament of Mary" lead the Man Booker prize shortlist, which was announced Tuesday.
Eleanor Catton's "The Luminaries," Ruth Ozeki's "A Tale for the Time Being" and NoViolet Bulawayo's "We Need No Names" round out the list of finalists. »Read Full Blog Post(1)
On Tap Today: J. Roddy Walston celebrates album release in Milwaukee
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Wisconsin Dells tight end Shane Wimann will sign his National Letter of Intent to play football at Northern Illinois Wednesday.
He'll be the football player from Wisconsin Dells High School to get a Division One football scholarship since Jason Manecki went to Wisconsin in 1989.
Wimann is a straight-A student and a two-time basketball player of the year in the South Central Conference.
A year ago, Wimann wasn't really on anyone's football recruiting radar. But the 6-4, 215 pound tight end got plenty of help from his high school football coach, Aaron Mack, who was an assistant coach at Wisconsin a few years ago.
Mack says "there just needed to be that bridge to connect that gap to get his name and his tapes into the right peoples hands."
Now, Wimann will head to Northern Illinois, a team that played in the Orange Bowl last season.
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July 3, 2003: Resembling the puffs of smoke and sparks from a summer fireworks display in this image from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope, these delicate filaments are actually sheets of debris from a stellar explosion in a neighboring galaxy. Hubble's target was a supernova remnant, denoted LMC N 49, within the Large Magellanic Cloud, a nearby, small companion galaxy to the Milky Way visible from the southern hemisphere. This filamentary material will eventually be recycled into building new generations of stars in the LMC. Our own Sun and planets are constructed from similar debris of supernovae that exploded in the Milky Way billions of years ago.
The Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC) supernova remnant N 49 as seen in this Hubble image is only a few thousand years old. However, the Earth's distance to the LMC is 160,000 light-years, meaning that it takes 160,000 years for the light from the LMC to reach Earth. Although the remnant is from a massive star that died in a supernova blast thousands of years ago, by our Earth calendars the blast actually occurred over 160,000 years ago.


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In addition to FSIS Form 9060-5, Meat and Poultry Export Certificate of Wholesomeness, many countries require other health certificates when importing meat and poultry products to the United States.
Some of these health certificates reference specific directives and or criteria of the importing country, i.e., European Council directives or the World Organization for Animal Health/Office of International Epizootics (OIE) criteria.
While FSIS import inspection personnel may not know the full content of these directives, the Office of International Affairs (OIA) spends a great deal of time researching and/or discussing the directives with the importing country. Therefore, when additional health certificates are issued, they contain only valid certification statements. If the content of the importing country's directive is revised, the FSIS is notified. If the agency is no longer able to validate the certification statement, then the health certificate is amended or withdrawn and the country requirements are revised to reflect the change.
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Haverhill, Massachusetts - Adamson Industries Corp., a leading provider of public safety vehicle equipment and installation services, introduces Copeland Engineering's Dock Master, vehicle laptop computer management. Eliminate computer downtime. The Dock Master warns users of pending shutdown with a five-minute warning window prior to executing safe automatic shutdown. This becomes 15-seconds when an electrical system fault is detected.
Benefits and features of the Dock Master include the ability to selectively discharge a laptop by intentional activation of the discharge feature. USB connectivity allows reliable data transfer without worrying about the allocation of serial ports. Intelligent power switch monitors vehicle system voltage and ignition switch conditions, taking appropriate action when predefined levels are encountered. All essential parameters for Dock Master can be easily customized by authorized personnel through the Graphical User Interface.
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Finger Lakes Health is a community owned, not-for-profit organization dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of all people in the central Finger Lakes region. Governed by a board of directors held in trust for our community, we serve as a vital safety net, serving our communities with access to quality healthcare services.
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OCZ Technology Group, the company primarily known for its memory modules and other types of computer components, on Monday released its keyboard that features programmable keys with OLED screens inside. The Sabre keyboard is primarily aimed at gamers.
"The OCZ Sabre keyboard offers the best of both worlds when it comes to OLED technology and a truly functional yet affordable gaming keyboard. With nine dedicated OLED keys, the Sabre is able to leverage both the infinite customization benefits of the technology with the reliability and feel of a high-quality gaming keyboard, making for the ultimate all-in-one solution," commented Eugene Chang, vice president of product management at the OCZ Technology Group.
The nine dynamic OLED (organic light emitting diode) user-programmable hotkeys help manage time and efficiency while surfing the web, gaming, emailing, and CAD applications or any avenue the user sees fit. The unique OLED keys can convert any digital image or text into distinctive icons, reminding the user of the personalized shortcut. The keyboard is equipped with 128MB of internal storage and is compatible with USB 2.0 bus.
The OCZ Sabre features an ergonomic design and construction with keys lasting over 5 million cycles (for keys without screen) and will remain comfortable even through prolonged usage with its clean layout, tilted design, and superior tactile feedback, according to OCZ.
Even though OCZ supplies Saber under its own brand, the device was likely developed by United Keys company and is produced at manufacturing capacities of Foxconn Electronics. It is interesting to note that United Keys declares 3 million lifecycle for standard keys, 1 million lifecycle for its OLED keys and 40 thousand hours lifetime for OLED screens (1666 days or 4.5 years). Meanwhile, OCZ claims that its keyboard has adjustable keys, whereas United Keys' device does not.
OCZ has not revealed pricing of its Saber keyboard. Meanwhile, United Keys sells its OLED Display Keyboard for $259.
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Malaysia Focus Guest Post – Malaysia Night at the 2013 Asian Festival of Children's ContentThursday, July 18th, 2013
Drawing to a close our series of guest posts by author Peter Duke about the Malaysia-focused/perspective presentations at this year's AFCC.
Peter has written a number of children's books that have been published under the name Peter Worthington by the exciting Malaysian publisher Oyez!Books. Originally from the UK, Peter has lived and worked in different countries in Asia, including Indonesia, Singapore, Hong Kong and Malaysia. He first served in the British army and was global partner of a major management consultancy firm until his retirement.
During AFCC, Malaysian Book Organisation Kota Buku hosted an evening of Malaysian music, fun and food for more than 120 guests. As the guests assembled and moved to their seats the youth orchestra and singers from the Malaysian School of Art Sekolah Seni Johor entertained us with some excellent music and songs, both traditional and modern.
The guest of honour for the night was HRH Raja Zarith Sofiah, the Sultana of Johor. She and all the guests were made to feel very welcome by Tan Sri Dato' Asiah Abu Samah, the chairman of Kota Buku. In her welcoming speech, Tan Sri also thanked AFCC for inviting Malaysia as the country of focus at AFCC 2103 and stated that she and all the members of the Malaysian delegation extended their heartfelt thanks to Ms Claire Chiang and Mr Ramachandran and their staff for making this possible. In addition, she said she hoped that this was the start of many years of close cooperation between Kota Buku and AFCC and the first step in a journey of bringing like-minded organisations from Asian countries together in close cooperation.
After Tan Sri's speech, Emila Yusof of the Malaysian delegation, and this year's Guest illustrator at AFCC, presented The Sultana with one of her iconic pictures and two of her latest books. Ain Maisarah, Malaysian author of the 'Wannababe…' series presented the Sultana with a set of her books. Then it was time for music food and fun. The tables groaned under masses of excellent Malaysian-style food including giant prawns, Nonya style curried chicken, beef rendang, fried rice, steamed vegetables and noodles followed by a typical Malaysian desert and fruits; a seemingly endless stream of food to suit all tastes.


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The two shirtless guys with "Free Hugs" written on their chests are delicious. I don't think I'd want to stop with a hug.
This list was a lot of fun! I was there as "Slutty Mario" and "Slutty Sora" helping at the Geeks Out booth (an organization built to provide a safe, fun space for everything LGBT geek culture) and had a blast taking pictures with some of my favorite costumes as well. I think you'll find a few more costumes you will smile at if you want to check out my Instagram: The handle is "AedanRoberts". It was a great weekend!
Agreed! I want to know if there's a limit, or can I take all the hugs I want?
The Adventure Time Finn boy was great, too, but that makes me sound pervy.
And fat Wonder Woman was the best!
It's a mix bag. I mean, you're kind of glad, that what you're into is now kind of popular, but then conventions become a fucking drag because there
s too many damn people. But then more people means more publicity and sneak peak viewings. Dressing up was always for out there personalities, Then all these good looking people look better in costume then legit fans. Insecurity sets in. I'm chubby, but whatever i'll be Doctor Who, then you see a good looking guy who looks better, then you feel like a wanna be. But how are you a wanna be if you've been doing this for years and most of these people don't know the difference between marvel characters and DC???!!!
I like when I see all out cosplay
Half-assed cosplay is like cold coffee
I'll take that silver x-man on the left.
@Jayb3369: you mean Colossus
He's gay in an alternate Marvel timeline, "Ultimate Colossus"
I'm 17 and this guy might be too old for me, but i don't care, i want him!!! SO HOT!!!!!
The answer is Deadpool.
The answer is ALWAYS Deadpool.
@Greg Garavani: I thought that too!!! He's fine!!!
Asian Robin won my little black heart over…
Bonus points for Jean-Baptiste Emanuel Zorg, the wicked witch, Inspector Gadget and the boyscout/grandpa from Up! Dressing up as Wolverine, Spiderman and Deadpool is so random.
@stranded: The point is to get out there and enjoy what you're into. Coming from personal experience you'll regret it forever if you don't. The way I look at it is if you see someone pretty, enjoy.
@elbertdijkgraaf: Dressing up as Wolverine/Spider-man/Deadpool is so random? At Comic Con? What?
Very good comment, stranded.
Last year a female friend went to the Toronto show as Princess Leia, and as she was walking by some of the "beautiful" cosplayers, she heard one girl say, "She's too fat to dress like that." After going to the T.O. show for 20 years, that was the first time she heard someone say something negative about her body, and she felt like shit. And the sad thing is, she isn't fat at all. Just not rail-thin.
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I am surprised how durable this shoe has been. After 135 miles the wear is minimal.
The Flywire lacing system takes a little time to get used to. You have to double knot the laces or they will come undone. Also, you have to lace them up tighter when you first put them on because the lacing system will loosen up as you wear them, even if they are double knotted.
The outsoles tend to pick up small stones. So, this may not be an ideal shoe if you run on trails.
Just a great all around shoe!
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Comments: By far, my favorite version of the LunarGlide to date. Fit is greatly improved, especially in the forefoot. Shoe feels lighter than previous versions. My only complaint is the traction in wet weather. On a wet asphalt road these shoes slip very easily. They lose grip so easily I will not wear them on wet pavement. Poor wet weather traction is pretty surprising for a company based in the Pacific Northwest. I hope this is corrected in upcoming versions.
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