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The past week has been an exercise in futility, to say the least. Last Thursday, we had a little snow. Didn't amount to much; in fact I don't think it was more than three inches. Even though it was just a dusting, the flakes were wet and dense, sticking to the trees and making the walkways slippery-—especially for me, since I'm still having difficulty navigating around the house, relearning how to use my abdominal muscles and overwhelmed with cabin fever. Then, booting up the computer on Friday morning, I couldn't get an Internet connection and blamed it on snow, cursing the sensitive wiring, which seems to fail constantly here in the mountains.
After a few hours of it melting I tried again, to no avail. Looking outside, it was difficult to believe that such a tiny amount of snow could (IMHO) really cause a communications failure, so I picked up the phone to call my internet service provider (ISP). Adding insult to injury, there was no dial tone on the cordless, and I shook my head, making sure the battery was fully charged and checking the connection to the wall jack. Perplexed, I powered up the cell and called the help line, since both phone and Internet services were provided by the same company, who shall remain nameless. After being on hold for more than 20 minutes, I reached someone at a call center in Elmira, NY, who checked my account and announced that I had requested cancellation of both services. Still confused, but not yet fully enraged, I calmly explained that this was not the case and patiently answered all of the questions directed at me, including requests for my mother's maiden name and the street I grew up on. "Oops, it looks like we made a mistake," said the young lady assisting me. "I can't imagine how that happened," she declared just before the line went dead.
I redialed and reached a different tech support center, located in Peoria, IL. After going through the entire process again, this time giving the guy on the other end the name of my first pet, along with my SSN, I was told that the errant disconnection order was "still in the computer" and that my service would not be restored until the next day. I made it clear that I was "slightly annoyed" and requested a free month of service for my trouble. "No problem," said Peoria. "After all, it was our error."
Saturday came and went, with more than three phone calls, five transfers to different departments and a U.S. geography lesson thrown in for good measure, since each call landed me in a different city, while I repeated every detail to a new operator. My incision began to smart a bit, as my aggravation level rose with every transfer and I struggled to retain my composure, explaining that I was housebound from surgery and completely dependent on my ISP to not only get my work done, but also be connected to the outside world. More apologies and the promise of an additional free month of "quality service" did not serve to soothe my jangled nerves as I was told that there would be no one to help me on Sunday and that my "patience in this matter was greatly appreciated."
Feeling neither patient nor appreciated, I threw my hands in the air (which hurt a bit), cursed my fate and took a much needed nap, silently praying for a miracle. I rose early Monday morning and started dialing. By now, I wasn't surprised to get San Francisco on the other end, explained my predicament and was put on hold for 19 fun-filled minutes, which ended in my being redirected to a "sales manger" in Sri Lanka. The language barrier added a fresh challenge, and I lost it. I hung up on Sri Lanka and furiously dialed again, only to be put on hold, while operators "assisted" other customers.
While waiting for help from someone in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Sri Lanka had the nerve to call me back and attempt to sell me a new service contract, as if he had never spoken with me, while informing me that his name was Jonathan Fox. "That would be my name," I (literally) screamed into the phone, stomping my foot, which popped a stitch and provided a perfect catalyst for me to shriek like a banshee, while the dog ran for cover.
Today is Tuesday. I still have no Internet connection, although my land line is inexplicably working. Unsure how to proceed from here without Valium coursing through my veins, I am trying to figure out how to get these very words to The River Reporter's computer in Narrowsburg, since I'm still unable to drive there myself to deliver them. Although my ISP has upped the ante to three free months, I'm thinking it might be prudent to switch service providers at this point. I placed a call this morning and am presently on hold with someone in New Delhi. Can't wait to see how the day unfolds...


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Comments: Initially, I disliked the feel of this shoe, but after a short break-in period (just 10 mi), it has become one of the best shoes I've worn for long training runs. I still use the Nike Free Run 2, but the Free Run 2 feels too bulky and high in comparison... and I loved the Free Run 2. The ride of the Free Run 3 is a lot more responsive than the Free Run 2, yet more cushy if that makes sense. I believe this is due to the lower profile midsole. The tongue doesn't bother me as it always stays in place. Reducing the space in between the grooves of the outsole has prevented sticks and stones from getting caught in them. While I like the styling and color combinations of the the Free Run 2 more, the Free Run 3 is still a good looking shoe. Plus, looks don't matter as much to me as comfort and I am very comfortable in these shoes. This is a truly great training shoe and for me, an upgrade. Some info on me: narrow-to-normal foot, 6:30 pace for half-marathon, forefoot striker, and I use this shoe for training, but not for racing/uptempo runs.
From: Gio, Irvine, CA, USA
Comments: I got the volt color, they look great. They are super comfortable but I am a little bit distracted by the iPod dock area. It seems the be noticeably different feeling than the other shoe. I wish the fom insert was more accurately designed. It's not like the shoe with it is uncomfortable but I am so picky about being symmetric and I don't use the nike+ feature. I never expected the insert to be so large. Still, overall, these are awesome, they really fit like a glove, and look cooler than any other running shoe I have seen. You can remove the top part of the iPod dock and it makes it a little bit better feeling.
From: Sean, Florida
Comments: I like Free Run+ 2s more on the condition there is no tongue sliding around while I am running. However, I did like the 5.0 v4 midsole, and the volt colorway looks nice.
From: Malakai, Johannesburg, South Africa
Comments: Can't disagree more - I luv the return to the tongue and style of the 5.0 v4 - the bootie was an ill-conceived concept and suited none of the group I run with.
From: Bruce, Calgary, AB, Canada
Comments: I absolutely love the 2, I sent the 3 back (and bought another pair of 2's). I don't know why they changed the no tongue, sock-like fit of the 2, which was perfect. The 3 is softer, and bouncier, and still feels like a Free, but the tongue and lace area needs to go back to something more like the 2.
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Comments: The 3 feels more cushioned than the 2, but I still like the overall fit and ride of the 2 better. Adding the tongue was a mistake..
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There's no argument about it — Adobe Photoshop remains, hands down, the best photo-editing software on the market. But unless you've undergone formal training, Photoshop proves a difficult program to master, and is expensive to use.
Related: Adobe brings new Lightroom features to Android in version 2.0
For the home user, Photoshop isn't necessary for basic and semi-advanced tasks, such as resizing, cropping, and exposure correction. Downloadable photo editing tools have advanced way past MS Paint, and you really can do almost anything you could do in Photoshop–and sometimes more. The best part? Many of them are completely free.
Desktop options
Often heralded as the best free alternative to Photoshop, GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) is an open-source application that relies on a community of volunteer developers who maintain and improve the product. Available for Mac and PC, you get a lot of professional-level editing and retouching tools – perfect for designers who can't or won't shell out hundreds of dollars to Adobe.
Once you launch the program, you'll find a dedicated window that displays the image, and separate windows to organize the toolbox and layers.When using a large display, or two displays, you have a nice, big workspace to play with your images. Icons in the toolbox represent actions such as the crop, lasso, paint and brush tools, and you can apply various effects to your photos. It may seem like Photoshop, but GIMP has its own look and feel.
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Besides image editing, PhotoScape also lets you create slideshows and animated GIFs, capture screenshots, and combine and split images. You can customize your toolbar, so you can organize the features you use most, and then revert to the default toolbar when you want to dig deeper into the software's offerings.
Free comes with a price, however. PhotoScape software is free to download. But it's part of the Open Candy network, and runs ads for other "recommended" software. This is isolated to PhotoScape, and won't infiltrate the rest of your computer with adware, but worth noting.
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The Nik Collection
The Nik Collection is a full image-editing suite offered by Google… and it's now totally free. This is one of the most powerful and complete online photo tools at the moment, and Google providing it all for free was pretty big news. The Collection includes seven total plugins, each with a different focus. Analog Efex Pro focuses on effects that produce vintage looks or make digital photos appear more natural, while Color Efex Pro provides a ton of filters. Silver Efex Pro, on the other hand, is tailored for black-and-white images, while Viveza allows you to alter specific colors in the photo without using filters. Sharpener Pro allows you to improve clarity and Dfine gives you noise reduction capabilities, and so on.
This allows you to either download whatever tool you need at the time, or download them all and use them interchangeably. The tools may take a little time to learn, but by separating out the different functions, the software makes it easier for people to pick and choose what they need in any given moment.
Related: Google's advanced desktop photo editing software are now free downloads
The only downside here is that the Nik Collection is basically one-and-done. It doesn't look like Google will be offering patches or updates to these tools, so they may not have much longevity. Get them while they still work!
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This is a case where the apprentice becomes the master. Paint.NET was originally developed as an college undergraduate senior design project mentored by Microsoft and it continues to be maintained by alumni of the program. It was originally developed as a free replacement for Microsoft Paint, which comes as part of Windows. Paint.NET has surpassed Microsoft Paint in functionality and has some advanced features.
Paint.NET features an intuitive user interface that supports layers, an "unlimited undo" to back out of any mistake no matter how disastrous, various special effects, and other tools. Where Microsoft Paint was able to do little more than resize images, Paint.NET is able to handle more advanced photo editing that you'd expect from Photoshop and other paid programs.
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Serif PhotoPlus Starter Edition
Serif created Photo Plus Starter Edition as a free version of its paid software suite to give users elementary tools for editing photos. The software has the basics covered, with tools that let you re-size, apply filters and effects, and reduce red eye, among other functions. Because it lacks certain features of the paid version — the goal is to entice enough that you'll upgrade — it will only get you so far in your photo editing. It does however, provide tools in an easy-to-use format that allows you to polish photos for your albums. Take note of Cutout Studio, in particular, which is a toolset designed to help create collages and similar scrapbook-style products.
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Action Alerts
Tell President Obama to End Family Detention. Join the Ignatian Solidarity Network, Jesuits of the United States and Canada, and the U.S. Bishops in calling for the Obama Administration to end this unnecessary and inhumane practice and immediately release these mothers and children from detention.
HELP PREVENT HUMAN TRAFFICKING! Urge Your Representative to Support the Girls Count Act.
"Guided by the teachings of the Church on social justice, we advocate through education, promote opportunities for social action, and strive for partnerships that enhance human dignity for all God's creation."
Immigration Reform--how are we called as Catholics to respond?
The reasons why people leave their homelands vary. For some it's due to internal causes such as civil wars while for others, it is a result of dominant nations influencing the internal affairs of less affluent countries. An example of the later would be how NAFTA twenty years later has cost Mexico two million jobs and increased poverty to more than half the nation. In any event, the number of people trying to immigrate to the U.S. continues to rise. The debate on this issue has now shifted to the House. As Catholics, our faith perspective calls us to honor the dignity of those seeking a better life in America. There are a number of issues involved that people should be aware of as this debate goes forward.
Refugee camps are a humanitarian response to people fleeing unjust and violent confrontations. They are only a temporary solution and are not necessarily safe. Predators within camps prey on the vulnerable. Host country citizens' resent aid given to refugees that are greater than what they themselves possess. Food and water shortages occur, employment and agricultural opportunities are minimal, and a life of waiting is all too common. Permanent solutions to this problem include voluntary repatriation, integration into the host country, and resettlement to a new country.
The U.S. Farm Bill--what's really involved and what's at stake?
The U.S.'s current Farm Bill will expire on September 30th. Our faith perspective considers food to be essential for life, and that all life is sacred. The USCCB, Catholic Charities USA, Catholic Relief Services, St. Vincent de Paul Society, and National Catholic Rural Life Conference all supported feeding the millions of people in poverty at home and abroad. In particular they supported continued funding for the following programs:
The latest USDA statistics for hunger in America cover 2011. 14.9% of U.S. households have difficulty providing enough food for their families due to a lack of resources. The demographic breakdown includes 38.6 % single women households, 25.1% African American, 24.6% single men households, 20.6% households with children. Assistance programs that help these people survive include all the above listed in the Farm Bill except the Food for Peace program. The average monthly income of families seeking pantry, kitchen, or shelter assistance is $940. 70% of these families live below the poverty line.
As Congress grows closer to making decisions about immigration and the farm bill, they need to be made aware that real people will be affected by their decisions. Contacting your representative, and senators is the first step in that process. Utilize the SFX web page to find their phone numbers and email addresses.
Health Insurance Coverage
In 2011, over 48 million Americans, or 15% of the US population, did not have health insurance. Considered by age, 9.6% of children 18 years of age and younger and nearly 30% of people 19-34 years lacked health insurance in 2011. Examined by race, 30% of all Hispanics/Latinos and nearly 20% of all African Americans in the United States lacked any health insurance coverage. Nearly 8% of families with an annual income of $75,000 or greater did not have health insurance coverage.
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We engage in advocacy as an avenue to identify issues of concern to the parish community, educate the parish community about issues of social justice, and provide constructive responses to issues of concern.
Our Advocacy Committee functions to provide education, opportunities for social action, and build partnerships in the community. As a parish, we recognize that unless there is systemic change, there will continue to be a community of those disenfranchised. It is our responsibility to become agents of change of unjust and inhumane systems and structures we observe or uncover. We want to become public advocates for those who bear the brunt of these injustices.


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A couple of November workshops will aim to teach the parents of high school students how to finance their kids' college education.
The workshops, scheduled for 7 p.m. on Nov. 8 and Nov. 29, will discuss FAFSA applications, reasons for increasing college costs and money-saving strategies.
They'll be held at the Woodstock Public Library, 414 W. Judd St., Woodstock.
The workshops are put on by the College Funding Team, which maintains that few parents are aware of the funding options available to them. The group tries to educate the public on tools, loans, grants and techniques for lowering college costs.
The workshops are free, but reservations are required. They can be made by calling 847-888-3888 or visiting www.collegefundingteam.com.


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Dear Heloise: What is the best way to clean CDs and DVDs? Some of mine look grimy, but I don't want to damage them.
— Eugene in Wisconsin
Dear Eugene: You need to be careful, because cleaning them the wrong way can cause more harm than good.
• Hold the disc by the edges. (You should always hold a CD or DVD this way.)
• Take a soft microfiber or lint-free cloth and wipe the surface, starting at the center and moving outward in a straight line. Do not wipe in a circular motion; following the grooves can cause microscratches on the surface.
• If wiping alone doesn't clean the CD or DVD, use a gentle soap-and-water mixture to dampen the cloth and wipe the surface again using the straight-line motion mentioned before.
This should clean any dirt and debris off your discs. It won't remove scratches, so be careful with your discs.
To protect your discs from scratches, store them in their covers when not in use.
Dear Heloise: Many of us hang a tea towel over the handle on the oven door.
I used to, until one day when I was making a meatloaf in a pan that was too shallow. Some fat must have sputtered out of the pan, hit the heating element and sent out a quick flash of flame — just enough to set the tea towel on fire. I happened to walk into the kitchen, and there it was, burning away!
Now, I hang the towel on the refrigerator door.
— Linda M., via email
Dear Readers: More and more of us use reusable bags when shopping, but how often do you clean those bags? Here are some hints for using and cleaning reusable bags:
• When checking out in the grocery store, ask that foods such as meats and fish be placed in plastic bags before being packed in reusable bags. This will cut down on any leaks and cross- contamination from these foods to the bags.
• Have separate reusable bags for nonfood items only.
• Plastic-lined reusable bags should be hand-washed using soap and hot water. Let them air-dry.
• Cloth reusable bags should be washed according to the care label. Otherwise, wash them in the washing machine with laundry detergent. Dry them in a dryer or let them air-dry.
Dear Heloise: Recently, I couldn't find my small funnel to refill my salt and pepper shakers. I grabbed a round icing tip from my cake- decorating set and used it. It worked well, as there were no spills.
— Lisa Z. in Texas
Dear Heloise: It seems there is always a report or article on how a kitchen sponge is loaded with bacteria. What is the best way to clean sponges?
— Stephanie L. in Ohio
Dear Stephanie: The U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends two methods to rid the sponge of almost
100 percent of bacteria: Microwave a wet sponge for 60 seconds, or run it through the dishwasher.
Try to remember to clean sponges daily, let them dry out as much as possible between uses and replace them frequently (especially if they start to smell).
Vinegar also works. Put the sponge in a bowl. Pour vinegar over the sponge and let it sit for five to 10 minutes. This kills more than 99 percent of germs.
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Minnesota Twins Offseason Recap and Preview
As a Yankee fan they are a gift (up to this point) because of their record both in and after the season, which is somewhere between .200 and .300 in the 21st century. As an appreciator of cost efficiency, there playoff results absolutely kill me:
Now by talking with other baseball fans I realize that many just wondered "What? How are the Twins going to even come close to last year's success when they lost that much talent?" First, Joe Nathan was the second best closer in baseball since he became a closer after his trade from San Francisco (still one of the worst trades in MLB history even after the hype died down). Do you not think that would make up for at least two of the reliever's departures (Pat Neshek making up for one other)? Second, had Justin Morneau finished the season like he started, .345 AVG 36 HR 120 RBI. Now I realize this would have been pretty unlikely but that would have at least put him in the MVP discussion if not won it for him and he is typically a second half guy. Thirdly, the Twins always outplay their expectations. For example, SI predicted them to finish in last place in 2008 after they lost Johan, and Torii. What did they do? Only tied for the lead in the division and eventually lose their playoff spot to the White Sox in a one game playoff:
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Yes it certainly is a powerless feeling being a fan in the offseason but from seeing people get cut at the high school level I must say that cut day is the one day not to be envied. Although, I must clarify that the Twins are not my favorite team. For those who don't know, the reason why my background was that of the Twins is in the Read About Me section on the right hand margin. For those too lazy to click on that, I wanted to leave my team biases behind as a writer ( I am a Yankee fan). Having a Twins' backdrop was symbolic of that. I wanted to show that I appreciate all teams which I thought the Twins best exemplified. Though, I have grown an attachment to the Twins through this process.
Thank You again for commenting,
You are preaching to the choir here.
Sometimes you just want answers to some of the horrifc decisions or deletions that tend to happen over the Winter.
Sure some were financial, others were guys who either did not fit the system or did not produce numbers that made the elevating salary a reality.
But in the end, it is the final 25 guys that make up the roster on April 1st that you hope are the best 25 in camp.
Guys come and go, but when there is an exodus you wonder if the ratys are deserting a sinking ship, or just looking for more morsels of food………Hopefully it is about the cheese.
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Burglar gets 7 years in prison
A Parkersburg man waived his right to a pre-sentence investigation report and was immediately sentenced to seven years in prison Wednesday after pleading guilty to three second-degree felony counts of burglary in Washington County Common Pleas Court.
"He wants to get this moving ASAP," said defense attorney Shawna Landaker of her client, 32-year-old Lucas A. Heiss.
Heiss, of 17 Kings Row Court, Lot 14, Parkersburg, listened as prosecutors recounted details of three area break-ins and admitted to Washington County Common Pleas Court Judge Ed Lane that the accounts were accurate.
The first burglary occurred in July 2010 at 14880 Waterford Road, the home of Todd and Monica Hilverding, said Washington County Prosecutor Jim Schneider.
Heiss entered the house while the family was at church and stole jewelry, digital cameras, gaming consoles, credit cards and the family's Toyota RAV4.
"The Sheriff's (Office), through finding where the credit cards were being used, were able to track him down to a motel in Wood County," said Schneider.
However, Heiss had to serve time on charges in West Virginia before being transfered to the Washington County Jail on July 14 to face charges on the burglary, said Schneider.
Heiss posted bond on July 19 and committed two more local burglaries, said Assistant Washington County Prosecutor Jared Erb.
On Oct. 12, Heiss entered the home of Dennis Sarver, at 1774 Deming Road, Vincent, and stole checks and Sarver's vehicle.
Then on Nov. 5, Brett Arnold, of 1163 Mines Road, Waterford, returned home to find Heiss burglarizing his home.
"Mr. Arnold actually caught the defendant piling up items near the front door to steal," said Erb.
Heiss fled the residence and was later located and arrested in Wood County.
"For what it is worth, he is ashamed he is here again today. He can only make it about a month before he starts using again," said Landaker, citing Heiss' history of drug abuse.
Lane noted that Heiss' extensive criminal history indicated that community control and prior punishments had not been successful in helping Heiss kick his addictions.
Heiss said he feels like his time spent in prison and jail has enabled him to put his addiction problems on the shelf.
"I haven't faced them," he said.
In return for Heiss' guilty pleas, the prosecution agreed to dismiss other charges in relation to the three break-ins, including a fifth-degree felony county of theft and a fourth-degree felony county of grand theft of a motor vehicle.
Attorneys for the defense and prosecution were also in agreement on a sentencing recommendation -five years for the first burglary, six years for the second and seven years for the third, to be served concurrently, said Schneider.
That means Heiss will serve a total of seven years in prison. He could have received up to 24 years if he had received the maximum eight years on each count and had been ordered to serve them consecutively, said Schneider.


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So we are down to one nurse a day-about 6-6:30am DD will wake up. I bring her to bed with me, we cuddle and nurse, then snoooze for about 30-45mins. Monday will be the last time for this, but I am not sure what to do. Do I give her a bottle of milk? Just rock her back to sleep? I'd like her to sleep a little longer if possible, till maybe 7ish. But not sure how to do it. THe other nurse sessions have been so easy to take away-just replace with a bottle.
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My Virus scanner is stopping/crashing mid way through a scan. What can I do to resolve this?
There can be multiple causes to these errors. In the majority of cases you will need to submit a verbose scan log to Norman technical support. This will allow them to see exactly where the error is occurring and what the scanner is doing. The attached guide will take you through the process of enabling verbose scanning and how to prepare the log file for submission.


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The average cost for a Mass Airflow Sensor Replacement is between $459 and $519. Labor costs are estimated between $70 and $89 while parts are priced between $389 and $430. Get a personalized estimate based on your location and specific car. Estimate does not include taxes and fees.
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A failing mass airflow sensor can cause the Check Engine Light to come on and engine starting/running problems.
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098 Pre-Technical Mathematics (4-0-4). Credit not applicable toward degrees. A study of fundamental topics from arithmetic, algebra, and geometry. Designed for freshman enrolled in engineering technology programs who have insufficient mathematical background and/or ACT scores in mathematics of less than 19 or COMPASS Engineering Math score of 58 or less.
101 Technical Physics I (3-3-4). A study of mechanics and heat. Topics discussed include vectors, concurrent and nonconcurrent forces, kinematics and linear motion, work, energy, simple machines, impulse, momentum, thermal expansion, specific heat, and change of state. PR: ACT score in mathematics of 19 or above, or GNET 098 or COMPASS Engineering Math score of 59 or higher.
102 Technical Physics II (3-3-4). A study of the basic concepts of electricity and the application of these concepts to fundamental direct and alternating current circuits. The principles of electromagnetism and electrostatics are also studied and applied to problems involving the production and utilization of electric energy. PR: ACT score in mathematics of 19 or above, or GNET 098.
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Yankee outage good for economyMarch 05,2013
For several weeks this spring, Windham County will get a huge financial boost. About 1,200 skilled, well-paid people will roll into the area, spending money on rooms, meals, gasoline and whatever else they need. Retail stores, hotels, restaurants, and sales and service providers of all kinds will benefit from this shot in the arm.
The happy event were talking about here happens every 18 months, and it creates about $2.5 million in economic activity. Its the refueling outage at Vermont Yankee nuclear power plant, where the spent fuel is removed from the reactor and the new fuel is inserted. Along with the refueling, the 600 Vermont Yankee employees and the 1,200 workers who travel to Vernon work on upgrading the plant to ensure the safe operation of a generator that can provide 24/7 base load power to our grid.
While Vermonts elected officials celebrate quite rightly the infusion of workers into the Northeast Kingdom for the expansion of ski areas, etc., they say nothing about the economic benefits that come to southern Vermont during the refueling cycles at Vermont Yankee. Many Vermont business owners in southern Vermont need to keep the employees and Vermont Yankee support contractors as customers at their business. They too want a stronger bottom line at the end of the month so that they can continue to live in Vermont and provide for their families.
One of the cruelest things one person can do to another is to deprive another of their livelihood. Why is it that when Wall Street closes a plant somewhere, its heartless, but when Montpelier tries to do it, they get a pass and we all have to suffer the economic consequences?
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This is Christina's fourth year to raise money for the project that provides food for hungry children.
Christina will open up her bake shop at 8 a.m. Friday, June 21, at 1414 W. Houston St.
But interested supporters had better get up early and get there in time to make a purchase. She is usually sold out by 10 a.m.
The project aims to help feed the one in five kids in America that does not have enough to eat.
A 14-year-old A.C. Jones High School student, Christina began her involvement in the Great American Bake Sale at the age of nine.
That first year, Christina raised $227 for the organization, but last year, she raised $1,087, with the help of one local donor.
Christina has become a familiar face on KIII Channel 3 Domingo Live show by appearing with Beeville native Rudy Treviño and Barbi Leo to promote her annual sale.
Christina said the Great American Bake Sale organizers are celebrating their 10th year this time, so the event is really pushing for activity.
This year, Christina will be assisted by Maria Bastida, a local student who Christina has been mentoring.
"One dollar can provide a hungry child with 10 meals," Christina said. "Nine dollars can connect a child with healthy lunches during summer when school is out. Sixty-five dollars can provide a grab-n-go breakfast cart to an elementary school so that students can start their school day with a meal."
This year, Christina was asked by Great American Bake Sale employee Sylvia Vidal to share her story by making a video presentation to send to the event's sponsors. She recently completed the video and sent it to the program organizers.
Supporters of the bake sale include Domino Sugar, C&H Sugar, Duncan Hines, Family Circle, Food Network, Kmart and Solo Foods.


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WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in cooperation with Family Dollar Stores Inc., of Charlotte, N.C., is announcing the voluntary recall of 1.8 million toy dart gun sets, due to an aspiration hazard. CPSC and Family Dollar have received reports of two asphyxiation deaths involving a 9-year-old boy in Chicago, Ill. and a 10-year-old boy in Milwaukee, Wis.
If a child places the soft, pliable plastic toy dart in his/her mouth, the toy can be inhaled into the throat and prevent the child from breathing.
The toy dart guns, imported by Henry Gordy International Inc., of Plainfield, N.J., were sold exclusively at Family Dollar stores. Family Dollar is working cooperatively with CPSC to announce this recall because Henry Gordy International has refused to recall the toy dart gun sets.
The "Auto Fire" toy target set is sold with either an orange and yellow toy gun (item #P238) or a blue and yellow toy gun (item #9328), eight orange darts and a small target with numbers from 1 to 20. The gun's item number is located on one side of the handle in raised lettering. The soft plastic darts measure just over one inch in length and have a small suction cup at one end with a diameter of about ½ inch. The target board is black, yellow, red and green, and measures five inches in diameter. "Gordy Toy" for "Ages 8+" is printed on the packaging.
The toy sets were sold exclusively at Family Dollar stores nationwide from September 2005 through January 2009 for about $1.50.
The products were manufactured in China.
Consumers should immediately take the toy target sets from children and discard them. Consumers can also return the guns and darts to a Family Dollar store for a full refund. For additional information, contact Family Dollar at (800) 547-0359 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.familydollar.com
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Grand Valley named Best College Buy for 16 consecutive years
Posted on September 22, 2011
For the 16th year in a row, Grand Valley State University has been named one of America's 100 Best College Buys by Institutional Research and Evaluation, Inc. in Georgia.
Each year, Institutional Research identifies the 100 American colleges and universities providing students the very highest quality education at the lowest cost. Grand Valley has made the list far more times than any other Michigan institution; authors of the report say it is because of Grand Valley's high academic performance coupled with its low cost. No other state public institution made the list.
To be considered for the designation, an institution must:
• Be an accredited, four year institution
• Offer full residential facilities
• Have an entering freshman class in the fall of 2010 with a high school GPA and/or SAT/ACT equal to or above the national average for entering college freshmen
• Out-of-state tuition in 2011-2012 below the national average or not exceeding the national average cost by more than 10 percent
The average GPA for incoming freshmen at Grand Valley for fall 2010 was 3.53, compared to the national average of 3.31, according to Institutional Research. The average ACT score for incoming freshmen at Grand Valley for fall 2010 was 24, compared to the national average of 23.
Grand Valley State University attracts more than 24,500 students with high-quality programs and state-of-the-art facilities. Grand Valley is a comprehensive university serving students from all 83 Michigan counties and dozens of other states and foreign countries. Grand Valley offers 81 undergraduate and 29 graduate degree programs from campuses in Allendale, Grand Rapids and Holland, and from regional centers in Muskegon and Traverse City. The university is dedicated to individual student achievement, going beyond the traditional classroom experience, with research opportunities and business partnerships.
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(Bluefield)—The West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission has funded a Bluefield State College faculty member's grant proposal to defray costs associated with the creation of a Transitional Studies Emporium at BSC. Dr. Sean Connolly, Chair of the new Department of Basic Studies and Strategic Programs at BSC, wrote the grant, which will address two key HEPC requirements to meet students' developmental education needs.
"A top priority for state institutions of higher education in West Virginia is developmental education," Dr. Connolly explained. Our proposal is consistent with HEPC requirements that outline skills requirements for students and also establish freshman assessment and placement standards." The $9,000 HEPC grant will underwrite the purchase of a Smart Board (an interactive computer screen), train staff, and cover costs associated with attendance at an accelerated learning placement conference in June, 2013.
BSC's Developmental Education Renovation Plan, which will be launched at the start of the Fall 2013 Semester, implements new and emerging techniques in developmental education. "Our plan is consistent with HEPC requirements that outline skills requirements for students and also establish freshman assessment and placement standards," he added. Through accelerated learning placement, students are concurrently co-enrolled in developmental education courses and college credit (100-level) courses. BSC's new Transitional Studies Emporium includes a computer laboratory with dedicated tutors to assist students with homework.
"The Emporium will also nurture a feeling of community among students, which should in turn help with retaining students during the vitally important period from freshman to sophomore year," Dr. Connolly continued.
The Transitional Studies Emporium is Bluefield State College's focused, coordinated plan to meet students at their point of need and support their academic success, Dr. Connolly explained. "The 21st Century economy is technology-driven and requires a skilled workforce," he stated. "The Emporium will play a very important role in helping our students strengthen their reading, math, and writing abilities so that they are equipped to graduate and embark on fulfilling and productive careers."


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Timeline: Nomura's hokey-cokey markets business
Nomura's top management appears to be unsure as to whether it should include its equities and fixed-income units in or out of a combined markets business.
In less than 24 months, the Japanese bank has gone from running its fixed-income and equities teams independently, to combining them, to splitting them up, to combining them again.
Here we outline Nomura's dance in the markets business.
March 2011
After operating independent fixed-income and equities teams, Nomura decided to create a merged global markets business. Jesse Bhattal, newly-appointed as chief executive of Nomura's wholesale business, named Tarun Jotwani to the newly-created role of head of global markets. Jotwani was given oversight of the equities business in addition to his responsibilities running fixed income.
Bhattal also hired Benoit Savoret, a former head of European equities at Lehman Brothers, as joint head of global equities alongside Matsuba. Rachid Bouzouba, who had previously co-ran the business prior to Savoret's arrival, later left the bank.
In a statement at the time, Bhattal said: "These appointments represent a critical next step in meeting the increasingly sophisticated needs of our global clients through an integrated product offering, building even greater partnership between the businesses and regions, and driving overall profitability across the firm."
January 2012
The beginning of 2012 marked comprehensive change at Nomura with Bhattal and Jotwani both leaving the bank.
Sources at Nomura said at the time that it was restructuring its global markets division, with equities and fixed income to be managed as separate businesses, undoing the changes made in the previous March.
Under the revised structure, Savoret was to continue as global co-head of equities, while the bank initiated a search for a new global head of fixed income. Steve Ashley, who had been head of the global macro products business in London, was promoted to that role before the end of the month.
December 6, 2012
Nomura today announced it would once again combine equities and fixed income, marking a second about-turn within a year. Ashley will become head of global markets, with Matsuba as co-head. Savoret is to become a senior adviser to Ashley and Matsuba.
In a statement, Atsushi Yoshikawa, chief executive of Nomura's wholesale business and group chief operating officer, said: "We are confident that this new structure will combine the best talents at the firm for the benefit of all Nomura stakeholders, and ensure that we leverage the strengths and expertise of our teams across the Global Markets businesses."
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W.Va. Wesleyan to host research conference
For the 10th year running, undergraduate students will have an opportunity to share what they have learned when West Virginia Wesleyan College hosts the Mid-Atlantic Undergraduate Research Conference March 22.
The conference, which features a variety of research topics in several academic discipline areas, is free and open to public in WVWC's Martin Religious Center at 11 a.m.
Conference organizer Vicki Phillips, PhD, assistant professor of religion, said the event engages students, especially when outside participants ask questions and find out more about the scholarly research. Wesleyan students will be joined by undergraduates from other Appalachian College Association colleges and universities.
Jess Scott, WVWC coordinator of gender studies and 2004 alumna, will present the conference's key-note address. Scott holds a master's degree in music from the University of Illinois and a Master's degree in gender studies from the University of Cape Town, South Africa. She has traveled extensively outside of the United States as a performer, volunteer, and researcher to South Africa, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, Austria, the Czech Republic, the United Kingdom, and South Korea.
Scott has served as a guest lecturer in South Korea and a visiting professor in Kenya. Her research interests include legal recognition of same-sex relationships in South Africa and LGBT visibility in Appalachia. While living in South Africa in 2009 and 2010, she was a researcher for the Gender, Sexuality, Law project at the African Gender Institute of the University of Cape Town.
Since beginning her role as coordinator of gender studies at Wesleyan in 2010, Scott has hosted internationally recognized guest speakers on campus. She has represented the college at multiple conferences and continues to present her research to diverse global audiences.
Most recently, she served as a representative to the 57th Commission on the Status of Women at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City.
Her book chapter, "'They respect you more': Meanings of Marriage for Four South African Lesbian Couples in Cape Town," was published by the United Nations University Press in a collection entitled "Jacketed Women: Qualitative Research Methodologies on Sexualities and Gender in Africa 2013." In addition to her role as a faculty member and scholar, she serves on the board of directors of Fairness WV, the statewide advocacy organization for LGBT issues. Through these various roles, Scott seeks to provide experiences for her students in presenting their own research and in developing their role as participants in civic engagement.
The Undergraduate Research Conference participants with the best research submissions will be awarded with cash prizes. Areas of academic research that will be included are science, social science and humanities.
Wesleyan began hosting the Mid-Atlantic Undergraduate Research Conference when former philosophy professor Robert Hull, PhD, wanted to recognize the efforts of students contributing to academic research before the graduate level.


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Kidzapalooza's Rock Star Yoga
Having interactive yoga sessions for parents and their broods was one of my favorites! I loved watching new and veteran yogis have a blast with their yoga poses. Kids of all ages rocked sun salutations & meditation from New York's Sweet Soul Yoga. Little yogis even got to play Yoga Jenga! Each piece had a new pose for everyone to do. Genius!


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We are in the home stretch in labor negotiations, but of course, this will not be a simple process. The owners are meeting in Atlanta Thursday, and hopefully, the 2011 NFL lockout is in its final moments despite any last-minute issues.
Labor meetings bring confusion … In a perfect world, we'd have a new CBA by the end of today and everyone would be happy. The players would have all voted "yes" yesterday in Washington, and the owners would all vote "yes" in Atlanta today. But if we've learned anything over the last four months of lockout living, it's that nothing is ever easy when it comes to labor disputes. The players' meetings in Washington were filled with confusion yesterday, delivering us conflicting reports and uncertainty as to how things would play out. Still, the owners expect to vote today, and we should have a settlement and new CBA in the near future. Let's try to recap what is happening through the words of those covering the situation (keep in mind that the situation is developing by the minute):
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South Coast Winery Resort & Spa recently uncorked highly anticipated plans for its 2013 expansion efforts when it received approval from Riverside County to proceed with plans to build a new winery in the region. The new winery and resort is set to be named Carter Estates Winery and Resort (TM). The new 5,470 square foot winery, which will also house a tasting room, is part of the project that will include construction of 23 buildings on 42,000 square feet of space slated for resort, winery, spa, and office and meeting space. The construction plan also calls for a pool and plenty of parking for visitors and guests.
And while construction will begin shortly on Carter Estates Winery and Resort (TM), South Coast Winery Resort & Spa is still on target to open their new three-story, 50–unit, all–suite structure, and additional meeting and event space in Spring of 2013. This boutique property will feature 50 additional spacious guest suites, measuring in at a full 538 to 850 square feet. Each suite comes complete with a fireplace, soothing tub, and peaceful lanai deck placed in the vineyards at South Coast Winery Resort and Spa. After all, few things help bridge the romance gap like a good glass of wine and an intimate, elegant, romantic, private roof top perch at our new guest suites.
When one thinks of California Wine Country, minds often times evoke images of Northern California, yet few know about the little known treasures found in the award winning wine country found in Southern California's beautiful Temecula Valley – particularly South Coast Winery Resort & Spa. Awarded Best California Winery of the Year in both 2008–09 and 2009–10 by the California State Wine Competition, this 39–acre resort not only serves up award winning wines, but offers guests a one-stop getaway retreat in the heart of Temecula wine country. Guests are invited to live the life of a vintner with overnight stays in spacious, luxury villas tucked away in the vineyards, enjoy food and wine pairing menus at its highly acclaimed Vineyard Rose Restaurant & Tasting Room, get down to business in the 7500 square feet of meeting and function space, soar on hot air balloon rides high above the valley, plus peek behind the scenes with walking–tours of a real working winery culminating in a private sit–down food and wine pairing.
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Hammock was super easy to install and after about a month of nearly daily use, all is well. Appears sturdy and my 54# dog often places his full weight against the front seats, which means he's suspended above the back seat foot well. We have placed a rectangular dog bed on top of the hammock for added comfort.


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And they're off. Berlin Fashion Week opened for the Fall/Winter 2013-14 season on Tuesday with an art-influenced collection by young Laotian, Berlin-based designer Hien Le. Moving away from the boldly contrasted color that has trademarked previous collections, Hien softens his palette this season — midnight blue, cream, and burnt gold are hallmarks — turning to monochrome blocks of material instead for visual texture. Single bands of crochet or faux fur break up blouses and sweaters in what the designer claims is a reference to abstract expressionist master Mark Rothko.
It's a formal reference at best. The material shifts do imitate the subtle vibration found in the artist's more monochrome works. However, the collection's signature print, which features in blouses, men's shirts, and a tea-length, loose dress and is Hien's second ever, the colors dissipate into one another rather too gradually to be truly Rothko-esque.
That conceptual reaching doesn't disqualify F/W 2013 from being Hien's most successful yet. The womenwear especially is a mature step forward for the designer. Rather than referencing a well-established trend such as the deluge of color-blocking seen in numerous Berlin collections for more than two years, Le is innovating a look that is forward-looking and sophisticated rather than hipster trendy.
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I'm so happy for this forum! My son is 3.5 mos and aprox. 15.5 lbs (he's big!). When I'm home with him breastfeeding he gets enough milk, this is evidenced by his adequate weight gain when I was home with him for the first 3 months exclusively BF. However, now that I'm back at work and he's in daycare, usually for 4-5 hours day, he needs more food when bottle fed. When bottle fed (at day care or when I leave him with someone) he usually needs 6oz every 1-1.5 hours! I'm fairly certain that he doesn't get that at my breast per feeding. I don't know why he needs so much more food. More importantly, I can't pump enough to feed him at day care. It's impossible for me to, in addition to feeding him, pump at least 3 6oz bottles. I do pump at work when I can but I don't have too much time and can get maybe 6oz. total. I try to pump at home as well but it's not enough for daycare.
Starting tomorrow I have no choice but to also feed him formula at daycare. I'm frustrated b.c I know if I was home with him I could exclusively BF. Any ideas about what might be going on? and/or how to get more milk from pumping.
Thanks so much!


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Just over half of Indiana County's 89,000 citizens are female. That would put our number at about 45,000. Using that figure, a new report by the Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council says about 80 of those women had breast cancer surgery in 2011.
The report on surgical treatment for breast cancer studied trends from 2002 to 2011. It shows that Pennsylvania has an estimated 140,000 women living with breast cancer. 13,000 women were diagnosed with it last year, and there were 2,090 deaths from breast cancer in 2011. 58 percent of the surgeries were for women over age 60 and 39 percent for women ages 40 to 59.
The report studied the three surgical categories for breast cancer: a lumpectomy, a mastectomy, and both a lumpectomy and mastectomy.
It shows a rate of 17.6 breast cancer surgeries for every 10,000 female residents in Indiana County. Among our neighbors, there were 21.7 surgeries for every 10,000 females in Westmoreland County, 21.0 for Clearfield County, 19.5 in Cambria County, 16.7 in Armstrong County, and 15.4 in Jefferson County. The most surgeries for breast cancer in the state were in Union and Delaware counties, at 28.9 per 10,000 women. Union County is next to Centre County, which had the second-highest rate of surgeries, 27.5. Clinton County, which also borders Centre County, had the lowest rate, 5.4.
The report does not cover other non-surgical treatments of breast cancer. It does note that an increasing number of Pennsylvania women are opting for preventive breast cancer surgery, including the removal of healthy breasts in women who are considered at risk.
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After the death of Western workers in an attack on a gas plant in the Sahara, Defense Secretary Leon Panetta vows to hunt down the militants responsible. NBC News' Annabel Roberts reports.
Twenty-three hostages and 32 militants were killed in the attack on a natural gas plant deep in the Sahara, the Algerian interior ministry said on Saturday, according to news services.
The official also said 107 foreign hostages and 685 Algerian hostages had been released, several news outlets reported.
Earlier, British Defense Secretary Philip Hammond said, speaking on information received by the British government, that the hostage crisis had "been brought to an end."
The militants took over the In Amenas plant on Wednesday, but Algeria's military launched a rescue attempt on Thursday.
The Algerian Press Service reported that a during a final attack by Algeria's military, the militants killed seven hostages, whose nationalities were not revealed. All of the remaining militants were reported killed.
At a joint press conference with U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta, Hammond described the loss of life as "appalling and unacceptable."
"We remain in close contact with the Algerian government," Hammond said. "We remain determined to defeat terrorism and stand with the Algerian government."
Hammond said that the latest Algerian military operation had resulted in further loss of life. "We are pressing the Algerians for details on the exact situation and the numbers that have been killed and, if any, the numbers rescued," he said.
The Associated Press reported that around 100 of the 135 foreign workers on the site had been freed by Friday. The U.S. government confirmed Friday that one of the dead hostages was Frederick Buttaccio from Texas.
The militants claimed Friday that they were holding two American hostages and would exchange them for two people being held in the United States — the blind sheik Omar Abdel Rahman, convicted in the 1993 bombing of the World Trade Center, and Aafie Siddiqque, a 40-year-old Pakistani neuroscientist and mother of three, who was convicted of attacking U.S. soldiers in Afghanistan.
That would appear to account for all five Americans thought to have been at the plant, one U.S. official said, if the militants are telling the truth.
In a statement Saturday, President Barack Obama said: "The blame for this tragedy rests with the terrorists who carried it out ... This attack is another reminder of the threat posed by al Qaeda and other violent extremist groups in North Africa."
In a news release Saturday, British Prime Minister David Cameron said he feared for the lives of five British citizens who remained unaccounted for, Reuters reported.
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Two British hostages -- Peter, left, and Alan, right (no family name available) -- are seen after being released, in a street near the gas plant where they were kidnapped by Islamic militants.
"One British citizen has already been killed in this brutal attack and we now fear the worst for the lives of five others who are not yet accounted for," Cameron said, according to Reuters.
British Petroleum said Saturday that four of its employees were among the hostages who remain missing.
In a conference call with reporters, Chief Executive Officer Bob Dudley said 14 of the 18 BP employees who were working at the site are "safe and secure" but four remain missing. Dudley said at this time he could not reveal the identities or nationalities of any of the employees. Dudley said the situation remains "very fluid and complex."
Based on information from those hostages freed, Dudley said they suffered a "terrible and agonizing ordeal" and the situation inside the facility was "horrific." Before "pre-judging" the actions taken by Algerian security Dudley said "we need he entire picture."
The In Amenas plant, in a remote part of the Sahara Desert in eastern Algeria close to the Libyan border, is jointly run by BP, Norway's Statoil and Algeria's state-owned oil company.
The hostage standoff in Algeria is proving frustrating as both media and governments struggle for information. The Washington Post's Joby Warrick discusses the situation with MSNBC's Alex Witt.
Reuters and The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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- 1 American killed, 2 escape in Algeria hostage crisis, US officials say; militants seek to trade 2 others for blind sheik
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The event will be held July 18-20, 2013. Children ages 8-12 are welcome to participate in archery, perfect their casting skills during the backyard bass activities, learn how to set up a tent, and experience the wonderful outdoors through a modern day treasure hunt called geocaching.
"Adventures in Camping" events are on Thursday, July 18 from 8 a.m to 5 p.m. On Friday, July 19, camp will start at 8 a.m. with dinner at 6 p.m for the whole family and conclude with an optional family campout.
Registration forms are are available at Goliad State Park. Participation fee is $20 per child and space is limited. For more information, call Goliad State Park at 361-645-3405.


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Writing Life Short Stories
The Writing Life Short Stories course is an innovative workshop course offering advanced practice in the creation of popular and/or literary autobiography and biography-based manuscripts. Students learn to transform and draft meaningful life stories into traditional and mixed-genre pieces suitable for publication or agenting. Particular emphasis will be given to market-ready creative nonfiction and literary journalism, memoir and travel writing, and may also include long-form poem cycles and personal essays.
This class provides an understanding of the basic techniques of transforming life stories into various forms, ability to analyze the potential of life story and its relationship to form and markets, and knowledge of the personal importance of life stories and their relationship to various markets. Topics covered include finding forms, poetry and prose, scene and life, metaphor and meaning, finding language, life as theater, markets for lives and editing lives.
Coursework may includes weekly writings and serving as constructive and encouraging critics of peers' work. For a final project, students may have to submit, as they might in a professional setting, two complete chapters and a full proposal for publication.


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As many as 50,000 people are expected at Ala Moana Beach Park for Independence Day as the Ala Moana Shopping Center puts on its 22nd annual fireworks display.
But with elbow room at a premium, authorities say they'll be strictly enforcing park rules, which means no pets, no tents, no fireworks and no alcohol.
"We have no wish to have someone cited," said Rosalind Young, West Honolulu manager for the city's Department of Parks and Recreation. "It would be nice if they have a nice day and follow all the rules."
The Honolulu Police Department said undercover officers would be patrolling the park throughout the day and evening hours to crack down on open alcoholic beverages and other violations.
"Officers that are going around, they'll be checking for alcohol as far as enforcement," said Lt. Dee Ann Koanui of HPD District 1. "Obviously, if it's not in visible bottles there's not much we can do about it, but we will try to warn, and if we have to, cite. If we have to arrest, we will."
Ala Moana Beach Park will close at 10 p.m. Wednesday, but the city is allowing up to two people to remain at the park overnight to stake out picnic areas.
"The policy has worked well in recent years and we want to keep the park available for families to enjoy this great American holiday," Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell said Friday.
The park will reopen at 4 a.m. Thursday and parking will be first come, first serve.
"Do not save stalls for other people," warned Koanui. "Whoever gets their stall gets that stall."
Two miles east of Ala Moana, Kuhio Beach Park will host thousands of beach goers hoping to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Fourth. The Walter J. MacFarlane Regatta is expected to attract as many as 30,000 people, while an unsanctioned offshore party known as the "flotilla" will attract hundreds more.
Begun more than a decade ago as a way to cheer on racers in the regatta, the flotilla has become an annual tradition. However, last year the fun was overshadowed by concerns over safety as 175 to 200 people were assisted back to the beach through 4 to 6-foot surf. Many of those reaching the shoreline had been drinking, according to officials with the Department of Ocean Safety.
"It's probably not a really great idea to mix any excessive amount of alcohol and water," said emergency room physician Jon Buras. "You do run the risk of potentially aspirating water, and you can go as far as drowning if you're not careful."
Although the same park rules in effect at Ala Moana apply at Kuhio Beach, there's no law against drinking alcohol a quarter of a mile out to sea while bobbing on a rubber mattress, surfboard or other flotation device. Adding to the difficulty for law enforcement, many of those who are drinking use indistinguishable cups or other receptacles.
Deborah Ward, spokeswoman for the Department of Land and Natural Resources, said conservation officers would be monitoring the flotilla throughout Independence Day, but declined to discuss the number of officers involved or other aspects of the operation.
Meanwhile, a conservation group plans to collect trash generated by the flotilla for the second year running. Sustainable Coastlines Hawaii will utilize a 50-foot catamaran, a canoe, two boats and 15 standup paddle boards to pick up bottles, cans and other garbage before it hits the water.
"We devised a plan to go out there and create trash stations and be able to collect as much of it out of people's hands to keep it from going to the ocean floor," said SCH executive director Kahi Pacarro.
Pacarro said his organization's main boat would be alcohol free, but many of the volunteers taking part in the trash gathering effort are young people who enjoy a few beers or cocktails.
"If we see somebody in danger, we're going to help them," said Pacarro. "But at the same time, we're not taking responsibility for everybody out there. Let's all be responsible for ourselves."
After last year's Fourth of July flotilla, police officials met with counterparts from DLNR and Ocean Safety to discuss a possible ban of the offshore party, but backed away from such a move.
"If there are enough people that aren't using their heads when they're out there, they're going to ruin it for the majority of folks, and it's about keeping people safe," said Buras.
Law enforcement plans strong presence on Fourth of July
As many as 50,000 people are expected at Ala Moana Beach Park for Independence Day as the Ala Moana Shopping Center puts on its 22nd annual fireworks display.
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The Coulee Region Humane Society had its own love story this Valentine's day.
A black lab, now named Raleigh, was spotted out in the cold. When an animal control officer approached, Raleigh would run away and always go to the same spot.
The officer followed and discovered a cat soaking wet and shivering in the snow. The officer picked up the cat, named Felicity, and brought her to a van with Raleigh happily following along.
The two are now warm and comfortable at the humane society.
Neither one wanted to be separated and now the humane society hopes they will be adopted together.


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Yeah yeah, so I'm supposed to be writing about my favorite family dinners, but I just have to take a quick break from the main course and get right down to delicious dessert business. I'm sure you won't mind, right? I mean, I would be happy to combine these amazing oatmeal chocolate chip cookies and a tall glass of cold milk and call it a day.
What's so downright amazing about these cookies, you ask? The magic is in the oats, semi-sweet chocolate and salt. Those key ingredients keep the cookies from tasting too sweet, and the result is addictive. Trust me, I know some of you weren't too keen on venturing into kale chip land last week, but trust me, you'll make these cookies again and again and again!
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
- 12 ounces Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup unsifted flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- 3 cups oats, uncooked
- 1 cup chopped walnuts, optional
Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, beat butter with sugar and brown sugar at medium speed until creamy and lightened in color (about 4 minutes). Add vanilla and egg, and mix on low speed until incorporated. Stir flour with baking soda, salt, and spices; add to creamed mixture, mixing well. Stir in oats. Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased cookie sheets.
Bake 8 to 9 minutes for a chewy cookie, 10 to 11 minutes for a crisp cookie. Cool 1 minute on a cookie sheet; remove to wire cooling racks. Store in tightly covered container.
Makes about 5 dozen 2-inch cookies.
I'm making a huge batch of these for my son's upcoming bake sale. What are your favorite bake sale recipes?
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by fryshannon34October 12, 2011 at 3:12 PM
looks like a good recipe
by KTMOMOctober 13, 2011 at 2:16 PM
That sound so good right now.
by alliesmom112October 13, 2011 at 11:21 PMLove these.
by alliesmom112October 13, 2011 at 11:22 PMCup cakes are my go to for bake sales
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By By Greg Heyman
The Alabama Baptist
A circuit court judge who believes there has been a breakdown in the state's incarceration program is taking his case to Alabama's churches.
Judge Dale Segrest, Circuit Judge Fifth Judicial Circuit, said churches are essential to the success of his "probation sponsorship," a program he believes will not only lower the state's incarceration rate, but also give inmates a better chance at making something of their lives.
"The basic idea for probation sponsorship is that defendants can enlist the help of members of their communities to assist them in successfully completing the term of probation," he said.
Segrest said probation sponsors sign a contract that outlines the nature of the sponsor's duties, with no financial responsibility on the part of sponsors.
The judge recently made presentations to the Randolph County, East Liberty and Tallapoosa Baptist associations.
"I'm going to make an all out effort to put this program into the hands of the churches, wherever I can find them," Segrest said, prior to a recent presentation before the Macon County Minister's Association. "I'm going to go into the individual churches and make the program available to them."
Segrest said he isn't trying to tell churches how to do ministry, "I'm just making the opportunity for ministry available to them." Segrest, who imposes probation sponsorship in his court, said he hopes the concept will become commonplace across the state and eventually the nation. The idea seems to be finding favor among Alabama Baptists.
Firm believer
Ray Baker, correctional ministries consultant with the State Board of Missions, said his office is committed to supporting Segrest. He said his experience serving as sponsor of someone on probation makes him believe the concept will work. "I know it works, and I approve of it," Baker said.
The program will not only reduce the prison population, but also helps families of inmates, according to Baker.
"The church can help become involved in their lives, so that they can stay together as a family and work on their problems," Baker said.
"It is necessary for us as Alabama Baptists, because there are so many people who are caught up in the criminal justice system who are Baptists or identify (themselves) as Baptists," he added.
Community effort
Baker said he has been involved with similar programs in other counties, but Segrest's initiative is the first time there has been a formal proposal for churches to sponsor inmates on probation. Baker said a program is planned for churches that will train members how to serve as sponsors.
"This is a way for the church to become involved in the total community and not just specifically the people who are members of their church," Baker said.
Segrest said the program "assures a safer human environment by focusing helpful attention on those who have violated the law." He offered statistics pointing to the increase in Alabama's prison population. Segrest said the Alabama Department of Corrections prison population has increased from 5,892 inmates in 1980 to the present 24,778 — 321 percent. At the same time, the budget for the state's board of pardons and paroles has increased from $2.5 million in 1980 to $12.3 million — 378 percent.
"What we're doing is not working very well, and I think the churches may have a better solution to some of our problems," Segrest said. Segrest admits he doesn't know if the number of inmates in Alabama is a failing of the state or a failing of the church.
"I think there are many missed opportunities for ministry," Segrest said. During his presentation, Segrest said probation officers have caseloads that are too large and contact with defendants is "inadequate."
"They meet with them once a month," he said.
For more information on probation sponsorship, call 256-234-7901 or visit Segrest's Web site at http://hometown.aol.com/pdsegrest.


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Writers Workshop – Session 6
Join the Mill Valley Public Library in nurturing the creative spirit of our community. Aspiring and seasoned writers are invited to join a session of the Mill Valley Writers Workshop. Members will have the chance to meet other writers, write, and share feedback, all under the guidance of a talented moderator.
Please do not register if you have already attended a previous Mill Valley Library Writers Workshop, or you cannot attend all four evenings. Session 6 will consist of the following dates: June 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24thTime: 7:00pm -9:00pm at the Library.To register, visit the Writers Workshop page under the Programs and Events tab.
About our Moderator:Jessica Gruner is the co-author of four Emily the Strange novels and a metric grip of comic books. She's also taught high school English, owned a clothing boutique, worked in mergers and acquisitions, studied opera, and edited the quasi-legendary pop culture zine Bunnyhop. She lives on an island in the San Francisco Bay with her family and a smattering of chickens.
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