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Elkton-Lake Benton boys extend win streak to 6
LAKE BENTON – Prior to Thursday night's game with the Arlington (S.D.) Cardinals, the Elkton-Lake Benton boys' basketball team had compiled a 16-2 overall record and were in the midst of a five-game winning streak.
Behind a 25-point performance from senior forward Tyler Schindler and 41 team rebounds, the Elks stretched that win streak to six games and improved to 17-2 with a 60-53 victory.
Playing under South Dakota state rules in a Minnesota gym, the Elks took a while to find their stroke inside the unfamiliar confines of the Lake Benton public school. After taking a 9-3 lead midway through the opening quarter, the Elks watched the Arlington shooters heat up and use a 13-6 run to lead 16-15 after eight minutes.
Elkton-Lake Benton head coach Steve Erickson felt that the change of scenery for a home game had some impact on the Elks' start.
"It's different than our place," Erickson said. "Our court is a little bit bigger than this, a little bit longer. We talked to the kids, it's obviously a home game for us with our crowd, but it's kind of an away game too because we don't get to practice over here. But our kids were ready and they weren't going to have any excuses."
The Elks found their touch in the opening moments of the second quarter when Ethan Pearson knocked down a 3-pointer to give E-LB an 18-16 lead, a lead they would not relinquish over the remainder of the game.
Pearson's 3 also kicked off a 10-2 run for the Elks, capped off by Nathan Krog's bucket with three minutes, 34 seconds remaining until halftime, to give the Elks a 25-18 lead.
Arlington attempted to work its way back, but was unable to find any second chance shots on their few misses in the opening half. The Elks dominated the glass in the game, grabbing 41 rebounds as a team.
"It was huge for us, especially in the second half," Erickson said of the rebounding advantage. "In the first half (Arlington) didn't miss much, so there weren't many boards to get. But that's kind of what we talked about, making them work for shots and when they miss a shot we had to make sure we rebounded instead of giving them extra opportunities. I thought we did that for the most part."
After hitting four 3s in the opening half, the Cardinals (12-4 overall) knocked down a pair of deep balls as part of an 8-2 run to start the third quarter. Tage Hargens nailed a 3 from the right wing with 4:45 to play in the quarter to tie the game at 36-36.
It would remain tied for another minute before Schindler scored on a putback to give the Elks the lead for good. The offensive rebound was one of 18 for the Elks, while the bucket counted for two of Schindler's game-high 25 points.
"Tyler's an outstanding player," Erickson said of his 6-foot forward. "Looking at him, you're not going to think he's a huge scorer, a big post player, but the kid just works his tail off. He knows how to use his body. We've got kids on the floor that can shoot it and we like to play inside-out and when Tyler gets on a roll he's tough to stop. As long as it's working we'll go with it."
The Elks closed out the third quarter on an 8-2 run to take a 44-38 lead into the final eight minutes of play.
In the final quarter Elkton continued to pound the ball inside, while defensively they held the Cardinals to contested jumpshots. Arlington did not help itself out any, missing a handful of bunnies down the stretch. It was all part of the plan, according to Erickson.
"Our kids have bought in since day one on the defensive end of the floor and they, really, gave a great effort on that end of the floor," Erickson said. "(Arlington) can put five kids on the floor that can shoot it and we just had to make sure that we contested, make them work for shots, and then down the stretch we were hoping to wear some legs down a little bit. I think we did that and they maybe missed some shots towards the end because of it."
Cole VanBockern scored on a layup to cut the Elkton-Lake Benton led to 52-47 with 4:52 to play, but the Elks got the next six points as Schindler got a pair of buckets and Pearson converted both ends of a one-and-one. The Elks took their largest lead of the night at 58-47 with 1:42 remaining on Schindler's second basket of the run.
Despite missing four free throws down the stretch, the Elks kept the Cardinals at bay and held on for the seven-point win. Elkton-Lake Benton used eight made free throws in the final minute to secure a 69-60 win over Arlington back on Jan. 19.
The Elks have just one game remaining before playoffs and will close out their regular season on Tuesday with a home game back in Elkton versus Great Plains Lutheran. A win would give the Elks a seven-game winning streak entering the playoffs, and hopefully secure a home game during districts.


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March 30, 2014
Postgame: Seattle
Arguably the most basic of conversations preceded the most dramatic goal of a young Crew season.
With the game tied at 1 at Seattle's CentryLink Field and his team playing with a man advantage, Crew coach and sporting director Gregg Berhalter was set to insert attacking midfielder Justin Meram into the lineup for defensive midfielder Wil Trapp. It was the 89th minute.
"(He said,) 'Go score a goal,' " Meram said. "His exact words, to be honest. I said, 'All right.' "Continue ReadingPosted by Adam Jardy on March 30, 2014 01:50 AM
March 28, 2014
Berhalter 'Open To Change' Regarding Lineup
Will he or won't he?
As the Crew enters its third game of the season, coach and sporting director Gregg Berhalter has used the same starting lineup in both games so far. It's hard to argue with the results – the Crew is 2-0-0 for the first time in club history – but last weekend's 2-1 win against Philadelphia caused many more moments of concern than did the 3-0 season-opening win against D.C. United. In addition, last year's leading scorer, Dominic Oduro, opened the game on the bench after missing the opener due to suspension.
Last season, the Crew used 25 different lineups in 34 league games under Robert Warzycha and then Brian Bliss. The team used the same lineup in consecutive games nine times.Continue ReadingPosted by Adam Jardy on March 28, 2014 12:26 PM
March 28, 2014
Anor Dedicates Performance To Venezuela
As you (hopefully) read in today's paper, last weekend's performance was an emotional one for Bernardo Anor.Continue ReadingPosted by Adam Jardy on March 28, 2014 10:52 AM
March 27, 2014
Parkhurst Excited For Call-up
When the email finally arrived, Michael Parkhurst was able to breathe a sigh of relief.
With the United States set to face Mexico in a friendly April 2 in Phoenix, the Crew's captain was a likely candidate to make Jurgen Klinsmann's list of players. But it wasn't until yesterday afternoon that Parkhurst finally saw the message he was waiting for in his mailbox telling him he was one of 22 players being called into camp.Continue ReadingPosted by Adam Jardy on March 27, 2014 03:41 PM
March 25, 2014
Five Things We Learned Yesterday
Five things we learned from yesterday's news.
1. Anthony Precourt isn't very interested in discussing why the move to part ways with president Mark McCullers was made, only the future that lies ahead.Continue Reading
The very first question the Crew's chairman and investor-operator fielded during his press conference was about whether the team's television deal with Time Warner Cable SportsChannel led to the ousting of McCullers. Here was his response: "This is really about the future direction of the club and the vision I see for the Columbus Crew. Mark and I have had an opportunity to work together for the last eight months. We worked well together, but obviously the offseason is the most important time of the year for our front office. We've got a number of things going on here at the club that Mark and I were working on and we didn't have a lot of time to talk about the future."< /p>Posted by Adam Jardy on March 25, 2014 08:02 AM
March 24, 2014
Precourt Furthers 'New Era' After Parting Ways With McCullers
The vision Anthony Precourt has for the Crew has increasingly not included team president Mark McCullers, and today that resulted in the news that McCullers has resigned his post with the club.
After 15 years with the Crew, McCullers will remain on staff until April 30 but all his decision-making powers have been transferred to investor-operator Precourt, who will assume the role of president on an interim basis. On a teleconference, Precourt said the decision was necessary as the Crew begins to look toward its 2015 business plans – plans that would not have included McCullers, whose contract was up in November.Continue ReadingPosted by Adam Jardy on March 24, 2014 03:37 PM
March 24, 2014
McCullers Resigns As Crew President
The Crew has parted ways with team president Mark McCullers after 15 years with the club.
According to a release, McCullers has resigned after a discussion about his future during the weekend with team investor-operator Anthony Precourt. He will remain in his role until April 30. For now, Precourt will assume McCullers' duties as a national search for his replacement will get underway.Continue ReadingPosted by Adam Jardy on March 24, 2014 12:01 PM
March 22, 2014
Berhalter: Crew Still Has 'A Lot Of Work To Do'
Gregg Berhalter tried to warn us all, he said.
Heading into tonight's home opener, the Crew coach and sporting director heard the opinions and preemptive awards being tossed around concerning his team. A 3-0 win that looked every bit as dominating on first glance against D.C. United had enthusiasm about the Crew as high as it has been in years at Crew Stadium.Continue ReadingPosted by Adam Jardy on March 22, 2014 10:27 PM
March 22, 2014
Precourt Leading New Era
Since he took over as the Crew's investor-operator, Anthony Precourt has been vocal with his desire to reenergize the club. Fans that stream into Crew Stadium today for the home opener against Philadelphia will see a number of improvements, most noticeably a new scoreboard that is clearly visible to drivers on nearby I-71.
But that desire to improve isn't confined to splashy investments that are publicly noticeable. At the company Christmas party, Crew Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing Mike Malo said Precourt made a gesture to the Crew's employees that shows his commitment.Continue ReadingPosted by Adam Jardy on March 22, 2014 08:44 AM
March 21, 2014
Crew Coped With Week Off
An open week on the schedule can be a blessing and a curse at the same time. For a Crew team coming off an impressive preseason and a dominant season-opening win, being forced to watch from the sidelines during week two of the Major League Soccer regular season made for somewhat of an awkward break.
As the Crew has prepared for Saturday's home opener against Philadelphia, coach and sporting director Gregg Berhalter said he approached the break as an extension of the team's preseason.Continue ReadingPosted by Adam Jardy on March 21, 2014 01:02 AM
March 20, 2014
McCullers: 'There Is Not A Blackout'
The Crew hosted its annual media day this morning/afternoon at Crew Stadium. In addition to the buzz generated by a strong preseason and decisive season-opening win for the Crew, a number of off-the-field business items were addressed as well.
Here's a look at a few of them. You can also watch a video on the Crew's business pursuits by clicking here.
Time WarnerContinue ReadingPosted by Adam Jardy on March 20, 2014 05:25 PM
March 20, 2014
Bedell Enjoyed 'Whirlwind' Of Opening Week
The beginning of a new season signals a fresh start for all players on a roster. But even with that in mind, what happened leading up to and during the Crew's season opener still caught Adam Bedell by surprise.
After being taken in the third round of the 2014 Major League Soccer SuperDraft, Bedell was the final player to sign to the team's roster when his contract was announced March 5. Three days later, Bedell became the first Crew rookie to make his season debut when he came on in the 87th minute of a 3-0 road win against D.C. United.Continue ReadingPosted by Adam Jardy on March 20, 2014 07:59 AM

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"The Bulldog Ball, A Black Tie Event" is nothing new for Union College students. They've attended it annually for several years. This year, however, it's in disguise.
More commonly known as the "Spring Formal," the dance, sponsored by the Student Government Association, is traditionally a way for students to celebrate the near-completion of a successful academic year. The inauguration of Union's 19th president has added a reason to celebrate and inspired them to reinvent this annual event.
While the ball is still very much student-focused, a few things have been modified. For one, the date of the ball is intentionally scheduled for the night of President Marcia Hawkins' induction ceremony, making this an official inauguration event. Also, the guest list has been expanded, and the formal aspect emphasized.
Caitlin Scheidt, SGA vice president of academic affairs and an organizer of the ball, said SGA chose to sponsor this event because it will serve not only as a celebration of the inauguration, but also of the hard work that students have put in all year. Additionally, it could provide students with unexpected benefits.
"One major difference between the (Bulldog) ball and spring formals we've had in the past is that not only students are invited, but so are faculty, staff, trustees, alumni and community members," Scheidt said. "This will give students a chance to mingle with some of the most successful people that have ties with Union. The relationships formed at this event could last a lifetime and prove useful to students in the future."
Erin Porter, also a committee member, said that while the atmosphere may be different, it will still be an end-of-the-year gathering students should look forward to.
"It will be a lot more of a prestigious environment, with formal attire and more distinguished guests," Porter said. "But it is still a social event - one students should be a part of."
The formal nature of the event has been enhanced by key donations. Brenda Corey and Donna Garland Corey, both of Barbourville, have loaned a variety of things, such as furnishings, lights, accessories and expertise for decorating and planning. Pioneer Food Service is catering the event free of charge.
The event is April 26 at 8:00 p.m. in the Barbourville City School Old Gymnasium and will last until midnight. Tickets are limited to 500 and must be reserved online at www.unionky.edu/bulldogball. While many people connected to the college have been invited to receive complimentary tickets, the community is welcome to attend by purchasing tickets at $25 each. Money will be donated to the Union College Lakeside Pond Reclamation Project, a student initiative.
Attire for the event is black-tie: a tuxedo or black suit is acceptable for men, and a tea-length or floor-length gown is acceptable for women. Attire meeting these requirements can be found at Carreen's Prom and Pageant, located in the Court Square.


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ASID Quarterly Interior Design Billings Index Slips Slightly
WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 6, 2013) | The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) Interior Design Billings Index reported its first decline in the quarter ending December 31, 2012 following 14 consecutive months of growth. The December 2012 Billings index of 47.2 indicates a contraction in sales from the November level of 58.9. However, an Inquiry index of 54.4 in December 2012 implies that a greater percentage of ASID respondents expect to experience growth in the coming months.
According to ASID economist Jack Kleinhenz, the drop may reflect a seasonal adjustment rather than an actual slowing of quarterly activity. "Looking back over the last three years, the Billings Index has always declined in December relative to November," said Kleinhenz. "Based on the historical data and the positive status of the Inquiries index, it is reasonable to expect a return to moderate growth this year."
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Sector and Regional Index Averages
Residential: 50, Commercial: 43, Institutional: 41
Midwest: 49: Northeast: 40.9, South: 48, West: 49
Residential Sector Posts Strongest Showing: Only the ASID firms serving the single-family residential sector showed consistent billing growth over the quarter. While the multi-family residential sector varied above and below 50 during the year, the single-family sector has reported steady increases in billings month over month.
In the commercial sector, for the first two months of the fourth quarter, the office and hospitality sectors reported increased billings. However, in December the entertainment and retail sectors showed downturns. While institutional billings earlier in the year appeared to be healthy across all sectors, recent monthly scores of below 50 indicate revenues have fallen off across the board in government, education and healthcare.
Billings Down in All Regions, but Positive for the Year: All regions reported a reduction in billings from November to December. Throughout 2012, the Northeastern region appeared to see-saw around the 50 mark for the Billings Index while the other regions generally exceeded the 50 index level. Based on size of firm, sole practitioners and firms of between 10 and 24 employees reported reduced billings in December compared to November. Only small firms of between 2 and 9 employees reported positive billings for the month of December.
Designers Remain Cautiously Optimistic:
When asked what conditions presented the greatest challenges to their business, respondents most frequently cite cautious clients and uncertainty about the U.S. economy. Designers continue to be optimistic, with more than two-thirds saying they expect business to improve in 2013.
About the ASID Index
Launched in November 2010, The ASID Interior Design Billings Index tracks performance data for billings, inquiries and product sales specific to the interior design industry. The index is based on a monthly survey of 300 firms and provides a tailored perspective on billings, business conditions and economic outlook. The results are compiled into diffusion indexes centered on 50, with scores above 50 indicating an increase in billings, and scores below 50 indicating a decline. More information on the index can be accessed at www.asid.org/idindex.
About ASID
The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) is a community of people—designers, industry representatives, educators and students—committed to interior design. Through education, knowledge sharing, advocacy, community building and outreach, the Society strives to advance the interior design profession and, in the process, to demonstrate and celebrate the power of design to positively change people's lives. Its more than 30,000 members engage in a variety of professional programs and activities through a network of 48 chapters throughout the United States and Canada. Learn more at www.asid.org.


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Click HERE to read Hayley Williams of Paramore's answers to 20 Questions from Audrey Kitching on Buzznet.com.
"I am laughing things off a lot more easily these days than I was at 19, when I wrote the last album. A lot of change… a lot of positivity. Even the songs with the more serious subject matter feel less toiled and troubled. Musically, I am most inspired by the personality captured in every instrument. That, to me, is actually what is making up this newer sound that is happening."


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2013 General Assembly Report of the Dept. of Inter-Orthodox and Inter-Faith Relations
The Self-Ruled Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of North America
51st General Convention—Houston, Texas, July 21-28, 2013
Christian Churches Together in the USA: Very Rev. Olof H. Scott
Our archdiocese continues in its participation as a member of Christian Churches Together in the U.S.A. (CCT). CCT is a coalition of five Church Families, Historic Protestant, Roman Catholic, Orthodox, Evangelical/Pentecostal, and Historic Black along with Christian service organizations. The Orthodox representation in this organization continues to be the same six Orthodox jurisdictions, three Eastern (Antiochian, Greek, OCA) and three Oriental (Armenian, Coptic, Syrian). All proclamations and statements issued by CCT are the result of consensus by the member bodies.
Fr. Olof Scott serves on the Steering Committee which is charged with the planning and work of CCT in between annual meetings. He is currently one of three Orthodox members, one Eastern and two Oriental, on this committee.
The 2012 and 2013 Annual Meetings of CCT were held in Memphis, TN, and Austin, TX, respectively, with Steering Committee meetings held in between in Chicago and Washington, DC. The meeting in Memphis focused on the topic of domestic racism/civil rights–past, present and future with visits to the Slave Haven Museum, Mason Temple (site of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s "Mountain Top" sermon) and the National Civil Rights Museum/Lorraine Motel (site of MLK Jr's assassination). The meeting in Austin involved discussions regarding immigration and resulted in a "Statement on Immigration Reform."
CCT held a symposium on racism in Birmingham, AL, on April 15, 2013, which coincided with the fiftieth anniversary of MLK Jr's "Letter from Birmingham Jail." As part of this symposium the gathered church leaders signed a document entitled "A Response to Dr. MLK Jr's Letter from Birmingham Jail." This response is a bold and prophetic work addressing the sin of racism and can be accessed at http://christianchurchest....
In response to a request by our archdiocese CCT issued a letter to the White House dated June 3, 2013, urging their involvement to procure the release of the two kidnaped Metropolitans from Aleppo, thereby joining many other national and international pleas for their release.
Plans for the 2014 annual meeting to be held in Newark, NJ are underway; the topic chosen to be addressed is mass incarceration.
A special thanks to the V. Rev. Fr. David Barr, who represented our archdiocese at the meeting in Austin, and to His Grace Bishop NICHOLAS, who represented us and who was a co-signer of the historic document in Birmingham.
North American Orthodox-Catholic Theological Consultation: Dr. Robert M. Haddad
This semiannual Consultation met four times between October 2011 and June 2013. Each meeting usually runs for an afternoon, a full day and a morning, and is usually divided into seven sessions: one business; two informational; and four theological. The business session draws up plans for the next meeting—time, place and theological subjects to be examined. The informational has various members of the Consultation report briefly on recent developments in each Church. The theological sessions normally involve presentation of pre-assigned papers for discussion. Because the theological sessions comprise the heart of each meeting, this report focuses on them. The papers presented at the four meetings to which this report is devoted dealt mainly with the role of the laity in Church governance and the issues raised by a celibate clergy among Eastern Catholics.
Eighty-First Meeting, Oct. 27-29, 2011, held at St. Paul's College, Washington, DC, chaired by The Most Rev. Gregory Aymond, Roman Catholic Archbishop of New Orleans. The Orthodox co-chair, His Eminence Metropolitan Maximos, Greek Orthodox Bishop of Pittsburgh, was absent and has announced his retirement. His replacement will soon be appointed.
The first theological session, held on Oct. 28th, had Fr. Brian Daley read Sister Susan Wood's paper, "A Theology of the Parish" in her absence. Fr. Patrick Viscuso followed with his paper, "Canonical Reflections on the Orthodox Parish." The second theological session on the same day was taken up by a paper by Fr. Nicholas Apostola on "The Role of the Laity in the Church" and another by Chorbishop John Faris on "Synodal Governance in the Eastern Catholic Churches." The third theological session, also held on Oct. 28th was devoted to a discussion of the contributions Metropolitan Maximos has made to the Consultation over the years. A festschrift dedicated to Metropolitan Maximos is planned that would include contributions from members and former members of the Consultation. During the fourth and final fourth theological session, held on Oct. 29th, Fr. Brian Daley presented for discussion an article by Henrique Noronha Galvao, "The Mystery of the Church in the Theology of Joseph Ratzinger."
Eighty-Second Meeting, June 5-7, 2012, held at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology, Brookline, MA., chaired by His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios of Boston, the newly appointed Orthodox co-chair. Archbishop Aymond, the Catholic co-chair, was absent.
The first theological session, convened on June 5, opened with Fr. Patrick Viscuso's paper, "Canonical Reflections on the Rights of the Laity in the Orthodox Church." His presentation was followed by another Orthodox contribution, "Further Reflections on the Laity from Ancient Syriac Sources," by Dr. Susan Harvey. The second theological session, held on June 6th, saw Sister Susan Wood present her paper, "The Lay-Clergy Distinction in Recent Roman Catholic Theology." She was followed by Chorbishop John Faris' presentation, "The Role of the Laity in the Code of Canons of the Eastern [Catholic] Churches." Fr. John Erikson of the OCA then delivered comments on that paper. The usual third and fourth theological sessions were eliminated in favor of an extensive information session devoted to various subjects of immediate interest.
Eighty-Third Meeting, Oct. 25-27, 2012, held at St. Paul's College, Washington, DC, co-chaired by Metropolitan Methodios and Archbishop Aymond.
The first theological session, convened on Oct. 26th, consisted of Fr. Theodore Pulcini's paper, "Lay Charism and Ecclesial Renewal: The Orthodox Youth Movement's Revitalization of the Antiochian Patriarchate." This was followed by John Allen Jr.'s "Expanding Lay Roles," presented by Fr. Brian Daley. The second theological session, held on the same day, opened with "Presbyteral Celibacy: Church Discipline or Divine Marriage" by Fr. David Petras. Fr. Patrick Viscuso followed with an Orthodox presentation, "Canonical Reflections on Clergy and Marriage." Dr. Vito Nicastro, a Catholic member, then discussed two books on this question by Basilio Petrà. The third theological session, also convened on Oct. 26th, was devoted to a draft statement on the meaning of Sunday by Metropolitan Methodios and Dr. Vito Nicastro. The fourth theological session, held on Oct. 27th, was devoted to further discussion on the Consultation's work.
Eighty-Fourth Meeting, June 4-6, 2013, St. Vladimir's Seminary, Crestwood, N.Y., Fr. Brian Daley and Fr. Thomas Fitzgerald substituted for the absent co-chairs.
The first theological session, convened on June 4th, consisted of Dr. Despina Prassas's paper, "Lay Reception of [Orthodox]Church Teaching," and a paper authored by Fr. Robert Stephanopoulos but, in his absence, read by Fr. Patrick Viscuso, "Lay Movements in the Church of Greece." The second theological session, held on June 5th, began with Msgr. Paul McPartlan's "Priesthood, Priestliness and Priests," and was followed by Bishop Alexander Golitzin's "The Priesthood of the Laity." The third theological session, held later on the same day, featured Fr. Peter Galadza's "Official Catholic Pronouncements Regarding Presbyteral Celibacy: Their Fate and the Implications for Catholic-Orthodox Relations" and Fr. David Petras's "Cum data fuerit (1929) and Historical Objectivity," an analysis of the separation of the Carpatho-Russian Ruthenian Church from Rome and its integration into the Orthodox Church. The fourth theological session consisted on Fr. James Dutko's "Manditory Celibacy among Eastern Catholics: A Church Dividing Issue."
World Council of Churches: Anne Glynn Mackoul
The World Council of Churches (WCC), founded in 1948, arose out of initiatives for inter-Christian contact and cooperation that began in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including an influential 1920 encyclical of the Ecumenical Patriarchate that first called publically on all "churches of Christ" to form a fellowship. The WCC continues to be a point of reference for Orthodox theologians, leaders and representatives of the various patriarchates of the Orthodox Church to engage with one another and with representatives of the 350 member Christian churches from around the globe. Since the WCC's Eighth Assembly (Harare, December 1998), the presence of the Orthodox Churches within the WCC has remained constant. Representatives of the Patriarchate of Antioch take leading roles on the staff, governing bodies, commissions and conferences of the WCC.
Commitment on the part of the Church of Antioch to the World Council of Churches was quite strong during the primacy of our late patriarch, His Beatitude Ignatius IV of thrice-blessed memory, who had been engaged in ecumenical work throughout his ministry and who also served as a president of the WCC for a term. The Enthronement Speech and First Encyclical of His Beatitude John X indicate that His Beatitude John X plans to continue strong ecumenical engagement and leadership in ecumenical and inter-religious affairs. The delegation of the Church of Antioch to the planned Tenth Assembly in Busan (November 2013) numbers twelve persons, will be headed by His Eminence Metropolitan Damaskinos of São Paolo and will include bishops, priests and lay persons from Syria, Lebanon and Europe, as well as two from the North American archdiocese: NAC Teen SOYO President Ms. Laney Wagoner and Mrs. Anne Glynn Mackoul.
The current General Secretary of the WCC, the Rev Dr Olav Fykse Tveit, a Norwegian Lutheran theologian, was elected in August 2009, following the Rev. Samuel Kobia, Methodist from Kenya, who had served one term. The Rev. Dr. Tveit has demonstrated great respect for the Orthodox churches, including in his handling of many sensitive issues. He also has a deep understanding and appreciation for the Christians in the Middle East, having served as a moderator of the Palestine Israel Ecumenical Forum.
Christian Presence and Witness in the Middle East
Of particular concern to the Church of Antioch—and by extension its North American archdiocese—is the Christian presence and witness in the Middle East. Most parishes in the archdiocese include families with roots in Syria, Lebanon, Jordan and Palestine. The continuing illegal occupation of the Palestinian territories and illegal Israeli settlements outside of its 1967 borders, the war in Iraq, and the current turmoil in Syria all have resulted in recent extreme stresses on the Christians in the region. The World Council of Churches, working with the churches in the region, including the Patriarchate of Antioch, has been responsive to the calls from Christians and Christian church leaders for support and solidarity.
The Palestine-Israel Ecumenical Forum (PIEF) initiative launched in Amman, Jordan in June 2007 continues to be a priority of the Council. This programme, which has attracted wide interest and support from member churches including in North America, facilitates networking to produce measurable increased profile and effectiveness among those churches, church-related institutions, NGOs and Israeli peace groups engaged in efforts for peace and justice in the Holy Land. Among the important results of PIEF networking was the Kairos-Palestine initiative, drafted and agreed to by all of the churches in the Holy Land, calling for specific actions and solidarity in prayer and advocacy. http://www.oikoumene.org/...
An additional long-running program of the WCC is its Ecumenical Accompaniment Programme for Palestine and Israel (EAPPI), which program places volunteers from WCC member churches in various locations throughout the West Bank. The program offers an unparalleled opportunity to witness first-hand the impact of Israeli policies on the Palestinian people and to engage in meaningful solidarity with Christian Palestinians. www.eappi.org
In May 2013 the WCC and the Middle East Council of Churches (MECC) co-hosted in Lebanon a gathering of 150 church leaders and representatives of almost all of the churches in the Middle East and from thirty-four countries. The conference participants met "in order to be the witnesses of our common Christian faith. We believe that the Gospel calls us always to love God and love our neighbours and all people, as did Jesus Christ, the revelation of divine love. In Him, the whole of humanity is reconciled and united in the bond of God's plan of salvation." The statement that resulted from the meeting elaborated twelve agreed-upon principles, called for specific actions of solidarity and advocacy, and offered guidance for ecumenical actions in support of the local Middle East churches over the next years. http://www.oikoumene.org/...
The Permanent Committee on Consensus and Collaboration /Orthodox Relations
The WCC has a broad array of programs and initiatives in addition to the programs related to the Middle East. Following the 2006 Porto Alegre Assembly, the WCC established the Permanent Committee on Consensus and Collaboration to continue the "authority, mandate, concerns and dynamic of the Special Commission on Orthodox Participation in the WCC," and give "advice and [make] recommendations to governing bodies of the WCC during and between assemblies in order to contribute to the formation of consensus on matters proposed for the agenda of the WCC." Additionally, the Permanent Committee is charged with facilitating improved participation of the Orthodox in the entire life and work of the Council, offering counsel and providing opportunity for action on matters of common interest, and giving attention to matters of ecclesiology." By addressing in a small, dedicated group issues that might prove, or have proven, neuralgic in the larger governing bodies, approaches have been found to frame the issues and programs in ways that enhance the possibilities for meaningful participation.
The 2009 Central Committee initiated extensive review of the governance structure of the WCC including study of all aspects of WCC organization and government. It was found necessary to clarify the roles, responsibilities and authority at the various levels of leadership, to better articulate the distinction between management (staff) and governance (elected representatives of churches), and to consider adjustments that might address the new financial realities felt by all churches and ecumenical institutions, particularly in the aftermath of the global economic crisis, increasing transparency and accountability. While the Central Committee approved the proposed changes during its final meeting before the Busan Assembly last August and September, the Assembly in Busan must confirm some details of the revision.
Public Statements
At each meeting of a governing body, the public issues committee offers for consideration public statements on a number of issues as well as minutes to the churches recommending action or study. Disparate political positions from the Middle East, particularly Syria, were accommodated in the very careful drafting of a WCC statement issued from the August/September 2012 meeting of the central committee, involving thoughtful consultations among experts from within the WCC staff, church representatives and resource persons. Following this same deliberate, thoughtful drafting process, many statements and minutes have been issued by the WCC over the last two years. www.oikoumene.org.
Delegates from North American churches encounter a different ecumenical milieu at the WCC level than exists in North America, especially in the United States. Few Orthodox from North America are delegates to the WCC. No North American Antiochians participate in the National Council of Churches of Christ USA. When the WCC convenes regional meetings, it is never clear whether it would be better for a North American representing the Church of Antioch to attend the North American meeting or the Middle East meeting, although the opportunity to serve as a bridge of understanding exists in both contexts.
These disparate levels of ecumenical engagement and identity co-exist with some dissonance. Some Protestant churches in North America evince great interest in the churches of the Middle East and invite as speakers representatives from the Church of Antioch from Syria and Lebanon, while other communities here in the US betray little awareness of the east or the indigenous Christians living there. No doubt many reasons exists for misunderstanding exacerbated by great distance, however, the presence of so many faithful Orthodox Christians within the North American archdiocese provides an opportunity to build additional bridges of understanding and cooperation between east and west, emphasizing the best of both worlds and overcoming the worst.
Orthodox participation in the ecumenical movement means different things to different churches, but for the Church of Antioch, the WCC often has provided a forum for our serving the Church as model of dialogue and engagement with "other," as bridge between cultures, communities and peoples. This is a primary purpose, as the WCC member churches work towards "visible unity." In addition, ancillary opportunities are found for the Orthodox engaged in the ecumenical movement, such as the useful back channel provided by ecumenical encounters among its representatives from the various Orthodox churches.


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>Runner's World - My Event Ratings>
In short: Enough mud to make a hippo have an orgasm...!!!In full: Words cannot convey how much fun this race is. That fact that some choose to take their time & wallow in every muddy puddle they can find enroute says it all really...Enter quickly as they always sell out. Beg, borrow or steal a race number if need be but, if you only ever take part in one race - make it this one.Date of review: November 12, 2013
In short: Loved it!!! The flattest & fastest 20 miler I've ever been a part of.In full: Horribly cold - fair play to all those who braved the weather & wore shorts - until you warmed up that is... Fairly flat rural route (1 lap for the 10 milers & 2 for the 20 milers) with only a couple of hills, at the 6 & 8 mile points, which were, obviously, repeated again at the 16 & 18 mile point. Good support from the locals out in the sticks as well as at the crossroads & the start/finish area. Plenty of water stops, including a group of 'singing' army cadets, & a nice goody bag & medal. Lovely day out! And to cap it all - Smashed my PB by 5:33 !!!Date of review: February 12, 2012
In short: Mud, hills, & carrots In full: The inaugral Trionium Bath Hilly Half Marathon is muddy mad mayhem. 13.75 miles (stupid bloody marshall) at an average 7:38/mi, 2723ft of ascent, 1483 calories burnt, and finished in 5th place with a time of 1:45:01 Geddin there!!!Not bad for a 42 year old bloke who only gave up smoking a couple of years ago... But, oh, my poor aching feet. I think my off road shoes must have shrunk as I have big man-size blisters under the arches of both feet & on the ends of several toes. I may well have another crack at this next year - as long as they still give you a carrot along with a medal & a t-shirt at the end of the race!!!Date of review: November 27, 2011
In short: Oh dear...In full: I'm lucky enough to finish big city races like this in the first 150-250, so thankfully I don't get to suffer as much as the guys & gals at the back, but I could see that there were going to be a few problems later on...* Thanks for hiding the start behind the Welsh Assembly building. A narrow street crammed with thousand of runners & supporters was always going to be a bad idea.* Out on the course, upon being handed a screwtop bottle of water, I thought "these tops are gonna be everywhere later", and from the sound of things I was right...* The course most certainly wasn't flat, therefore a lot of folks struggled on the inclines. Add a boring stretch of dual-carriageway between miles 6-9 & some must have found it almost soul destroying...* At the end of the race I struggled across the line, staggered to a kerb & continued to pour water over my swollen feet. Ten minutes I was there, in obvious pain, but not one medic or volunteer ventured to ask if I was okay... 0/10 for powers of observation. Good job I didn't need to go to hospital.* I have never seen so many boxes of X-L shirts and why do runners come to them first? Even the faster guys had to ask where the smaller shirts were...10/10 for ambition, 5/10 for managing what you did.Have a look how Bristol do it & make notes. Don't get me wrong, Bristol has committed some monumental cock-ups in their organisation but at least they're getting it more right than wrong these days... Date of review: October 17, 2011
In short: The worlds lonliest second lap...In full: A very enjoyable race.The organisers know that Wolverhampton doesn't have as much to offer as its bigger neighbours & this is reflected in the whole set-up. But what it does have is charm & friendly natives, well on the first lap anyway... Those running the marathon pass the end of the half marathon & run off down roads & paths that have suddenly become quite deserted. Roads where St John Ambulance & TA personnel barely look up from their picnic or mobile phones as you trot by... Unless you are running in a group, prepare for some lonely miles.Nice t-shirt at the end, terrible cheap medal, & a goody bag from Greggs the baker(!) Well worth the trip up the M5 - especially as I PB'ed.Date of review: September 5, 2011
In short: Fun, fun, fun, in the sun, sun, sun...In full: This race is a nailed on certainty in my running calendar. I travel up from Bristol every year to run it & I must admit - I love it! It's one of those small town races that doesn't try to be something it's not & the whole community gets behind it...This year it was run in glorious sunshine (after a couple of days of heavy rain) and the crowds came out in droves to support it. Nice glass & medal in a reusable jute goody bag. Brilliant.Thanks Evesham Vale RC!!!Date of review: July 14, 2011
In short: A must for the calendarIn full: I love this race, running in it whenever my calendar allows...A slight downhill from the Market Square, past the pub from 'Hot Fuzz', takes you out to, a mixture of road, footway, bridle path, through the village of Dulcote, and of course, not forgetting, up Constitution Hill. When you reach the top then it's downhill to the Bishops Palace, & along Silver Street, taking you back out for another lap before finally finishing on the small green outside the entrance to the Bishops Palace.It's a challenging run that brings a smile to my face. I love it.This year I even got given a medal & a t-shirt with the event & date on it - that's more than the Edinburgh Marathon could manage...! Date of review: May 30, 2011
In short: A bit of a mess, & a bit of a disappointmentIn full: Take a good race, 'tweak it', and watch the complaint levels rise... You put your 'festival hub' on the edge of the city, making it awkward for those who wished to visit; your 'big city marathon' only spent approximately 3 miles in your city; the part of the course that ran through Gosford House wasn't on a decent road surface; don't even get me started on the way that the relay runners were allowed to just charge out into the race, straight into the marathon runners; you prevented the crowds of supporters from being at the finish line, ensuring that you went from a caucophony of noise to a relatively muted few, resulting in a bit of an anti-climax; the walk to the medals & water was a fair old traipse after a 26 mile run; on a day that had produced high winds & cold rain there was no foil blankets handed out, the medal must rank as one of the most imaginative on record (just 'EMF Marathon' really doesn't cut it after 4 months of training, especially when the ribbon states'jnr, 5K, 10K, team relay, half marathon, marathon), the baggage reclaim was a shambles (for some reason all the higher numbers were offloaded first, leaving the elites & faster runners standing around in the cold waiting for their bags); the runners village & reunion area was a disaster, putting everything at the bottom of a field, further away from the baggage area & even more further away from the bus pick-up points, and consisting of very little by way of facilities; and finally, do you really think that it is acceptable to expect people who have just completed a marathon, people who are stiff, cold, exhausted, hungry etc to then walk over a mile to catch a bus back to the centre of town, especially when those self-same people have to then probably cover another few miles to get back to their hotels etc??? Date of review: May 26, 2011
In short: Tricky ups alongside near suicidal downsIn full: A very friendly race that was well worth turning up for.Even though the weather was very hot & dusty there were still some glouriously muddy sections for the big kid in everyone. The only way to descend the last mile from the obilisk though was to switch your brain off & just run!Great fun & a lovely glass as a momento.Date of review: April 11, 2011
In short: A good first attempt...In full: The course consisted of a fair bit of downhill & a nasty uphill in & around the town & the surrounding countryside...There was a very long queue at the race HQ in order to pick up chips & numbers (putting them in the post would have solved that problem) and an even longer queue for the mens toilets (opening more loos would have sorted that problem out) where we were subjected to an awful local rock band who sounded as if they were in pain...There was talk of them trying to make this race bigger next year... Best of luck with that, but unless it improves drastically, I won't be there to join in.The race was run mainly on pavements as there was no road closures. Not too bad at the front end where you could dodge dog walkers, railings, bollards etc but it must've been difficult further back. Also, it WAS NOT an accurately measured course - my Garmin didn't register 13 miles & some of the mile markers were a long way from where they should have been... The finishing medal was inoffensive, but the 'goody bag' consisted of nothing more than a Rice Krispie bar & 3 tonnes of flyers for local companies...Date of review: March 27, 2011
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The Art of Strategy
One of the things that I find fascinating is the "volleyball canyon" regarding the mental game. To read about more of these gaps between what the game itself contains, and what coaches train in practice, CLICK HERE to read "Volleyball Canyons to Bridge." In this article my amazement comes from when you ask a coach first, what percentage of the game do they think is mental - and they reply on the average, "eighty percent." Then I ask how much they feel they are training mentally in practice, and the response is on average "ten percent."
I also think this is why my coaching philosophy can be summed up in three words " Develop Amazing Leaders," as even these writings and suggestions are working to that end. Thus in my practices, my goals include as examples to:
...get my players to understand why a coach is doing what they are doing
...teach where to serve themselves (and why) - so that during the match - you will never see me calling serving zones in a match
...understand and guide how they can impact the flow and speed of a match - so that by the end of the season, I seek that the captain/team can be calling the match
...hear and guide their thoughts and decision making - so that time outs go from coach input only, to player input/discussion by season's end.
So to those coaches reading this blog, you have seen, as part of the effort to grow the game, several books to read to better assist you as a leader of our sport into bettering the experience everyone has in our sport. That is a core concept within our sport on the court - to better the ball - and is no less important to everyone off the court. Today's reading suggestion, The Art of Strategy, will help anyone, including coaches and parents, on how the science of Game theory impacts every part of our lives.
Perhaps I should first quote Steven Levitt, coauthor of Freakonomics. I have raved about Levitt's book before, so when he says "This wonderful book proves that game theory is too interesting and important to be relegated to arcane academic journals. I am hard-pressed to think of another book I've read that can match the combination of practical insights and reading enjoyment in The Art of Strategy. I liked it so much I read it twice" - I react.
Game theory is a relatively new science - some seventy years in existence is all. You might have seen it first in "The Beautiful Mind" movie. There have been two Nobel prizes awarded in the science - in 1994 to Harsanyi, Nash and Selten, and in 2005 to Aumann and Schelling. When you add in work in mechanism design and information economics, both closely game theory connected, we can add the 1996 Nobel Prize to Vickrey and Mirrless, the 2001 prize to Akerlof, Spence and Stiglitz and as recently as 2007 to Hurwicz, Maskin and Myerson. I share these names so you might google more on their writings, after you get through reading Avinash Dixit and Barry Nalebuff's book, who also authored Thinking Strategically in 1991.
If I have not scared you off yet by noting all this Nobel Prize stuff, I think you will find this book a great guide to being a better coach. Unlike their first book, this new one not only brings to light new research, applications and development in game theory - it is far better in weaving how cooperation, not just competition, to make the best strategic decisions. The author's first preface in 1991 wrote "strategic thinking is the art of outdoing an adversary, knowing that the adversary is trying to do the same thing to you." They now add "It is also the art of finding ways to cooperate, even when others are motivated by self-interest, not benevolence. It is the art of convincing others, and even yourself, to do what you say. It is the art of interpreting and revealing information. It is the art of putting yourself in others' shoes so as to predict and influence what they do." Indeed, Nalebuff even coined the word, and wrote a book in 1996 called Co-opetition.
Some might think, from my previous reading suggestions, like Predictably Irrational, that it is not possible to bring game theory into the mix. The authors write "some of the most exciting new insights have come from the recent advances in behavioral game theory, which incorporates human psychology and biases into the mix and thus adds a social element to the theory. As a result, game theory now does a much better job dealing with people as they are, rather than as we might like them to be. We incorporate these insights into our discussions....game theory is too interesting and important to leave to the academic journals. The insights prove useful in many endeavors - business, politics, sports, and everyday social interactions. Thus we translated the important insights back into English and replaced theoretical arguments with illustrative examples and case studies."
When a book by page five is showing what game Microsoft CEO Steven Ballmer is using in job interviews, and by page eight, has asides called "Trip to the Gym" (thanks to Financial Times book critic Andrew St. George saying back in 1991 "it is a trip to the gym for the reasoning facilities"), and their #3 strategy tale as "The Hot Hand," -- I am hooked. I know it is part of a coach's way of adding deliberate practice to our training, so we can better train our athletes and interact with those we are impacting.
http://www.teamusa.org/USA-Volleyball/Grassroots/Grow-The-Game-Blog.aspx for all the blogs written to date
The following comments were made on our previous web platform and have been transferred here to maintain the historical record.
On February 18, 2009 Jon Bennett wrote
John, I love these thoughts. I tell my team they are not only permitted but encouraged to call timeouts in practice. It takes a little time but soon they are calling TOs and asking questions or more importantly fixing each other and talking volleyball. One of my favorite practice shirts said "we dare because we care". When asked why that saying. The reply was we take chances so we can get better. One girl said we aren't afraid to make mistakes so we just play.
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At No Cost - Page 2
I walked the trails and GPSed 2.9 miles. I hoped the turns would be obvious and that my runners would get to run an honest race. But the course turned back on itself and if not marked well enough, they'd miss a turn. The uphills pushed back and the downhills grinded you to a nub. The strawberry flies were more bloodthirsty than Dracula. Perfect.
That night I went to bed with eyes wide. Would they show? Would they have fun? Would they get lost? I barely slept.
So, at 5 a.m., three hours before the "gun," I crafted signs and tacked them up, the last at a confusing crossroad they would encounter twice. I'd have to tell them to ignore the sign the first time, to turn left instead of right.
Eleven showed. Ken, Alex, Renee, David Jones, AJ Allen, Jonah Allard, Jon Stillman, Lisa Soeller and her son Gary, Edward Cody and Jillian King.
They gathered around me, I showed them the map of the course and explained the confusing fork.
"You guys ready?" I asked, as the pack lined up. "Go!"
Twenty-two feet bolted, a cacophony blitzing over root and rock.
Ken led with Alex close behind. Ken handled the descents with a fearlessness Alex lacked, yet they remained tightly packed.
I waited at the start/finish line and saw Ken and Alex coming by for the first time … from the wrong direction. They missed the turn I feared. "Serious?" Ken asked.
"Go, back, take a left where you took a right, about a quarter-mile back," I said. They jetted. Three minutes later the rest of the pack came by for the first time … from the wrong direction.
They laughed. "The good news is everyone made the same wrong turn," I said.
"It's like choose your own adventure!" David said.
Soon I saw Ken from the correct trail. He muscled for the final loop. Alex trotted, 15 seconds behind Ken, bludgeoned by the trail. They had just about two-thirds of a mile left.
Then, shockingly, Alex came charging up to the finish, "Where's Ken?"
"Haven't seen him," I said.
"Ken took a wrong turn. I'll wait for him."
Alex collapsed on the ground 10 yards shy of the finish. Two minutes later Ken charged up. "What are you doing? Ken asked.
"I didn't finish yet," Alex said. "You took a wrong turn. Go finish."
Ken crossed as the victor in a time of 23:16. He ran closer to four miles instead of 2.9.
The rest of the field finished together, Renee leading the pack.
"My group ran 3.6 miles!" Renee said. "We decided to stay together. 'Which way do you want to turn?' It was turn by committee!"
I awarded the winners six packs. They jawed about the race, smiling. It cost them nothing. Just time. But they are runners and that's what they do. Runners run.
"It really is about the roots and spirit of running," Beidleman told me. "There's something very pure about that notion, not too commercial, not too organized, not too thought about, just go out and charge it and have a good time. Then it disappears, like a wave in the ocean."
Brendan O'Meara is the author of Six Weeks in Saratoga: How Three-Year-Old Filly Rachel Alexandra Beat the Boys and Became Horse of the Year. Follow him on Twitter @BrendanOMeara.


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We are providing only the address at this time, there has been an error in the MAPQUEST link application. While we work on a resolution, we are providing the street address information and provided notes to playing fields. In addition, we are providing a DIRECT link to MapQuest - from which you can generate driving directions. Shortly we will restore the Mapping function.
Below you will find the address to Playing Field Soule Recreation Center for BRONOTES: From Rt 9 eastbound, right on Hammond St just after shopping center. Pass Heath St (traffic light), then turn left into driveway through a stone wall. Lower field (1A) is next to entrance; upper field (1B) is on other side of Recreation building further down the road. DO NOT PARK IN THE FIRE LANES - park only in designated parking spots. Note: Lower Soule has a synthetic surface
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By TONI MONKOVIC Mark Viera ended his live blog of the Giants-Cowboys game early Tuesday morning with this:
The last time The Fifth Down noted the success and promise of the two New York/New Jersey teams, they had each started 3-0. It wasnt decades ago. It was last year. The Jets were promptly buried by Mark Sanchez interceptions (but scrambled back to make the playoffs), and the Giants went to 5-0 and then had a defensive collapse not unlike what the Cowboys are experiencing.
There are so many momentum swings and injuries to go. But the debate is inevitable. The Jets have won five in a row. The Giants, after beating the Cowboys on Monday night, have won four in a row. Which team has the best chance to reach the Super Bowl?
If fans are worried that the Giants will become too big for their britches after leaving Texas, Tom Coughlin is on the case.
After the game, he said: Sometimes were just not if the word is smart, we dont play smart.
Mike Garafolo, The Star-Ledger:
The Giants defense is a revolving door. They get a bunch of sacks but sacks aren't everything clearly! their defensive secondary sucks and they let up A LOT of points. Jets are the new kingpin.


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text: With a critical mass of new large-scale or "utility-scale" solar projects (including PV, CPV, and CSP) now online and in some cases having operated for a number of years (generating data in addition to electricity), the utility-scale sector of the solar market is ripe for analysis. This report, which is envisioned to be the first in an ongoing annual series, meets this need through indepth, data-driven analysis of not just installed project costs or prices – i.e., the traditional realm of solar economics analyses – but also operating costs, capacity factors, and power purchase agreement ("PPA") prices from a large sample of utility-scale solar projects in the U.S. (where utility-scale is defined as any ground-mounted project larger than 2 MWAC). As such, it provides a more-integrated and holistic view of the market than is commonly found.


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It's cold outside ... will we break the record set 20 years ago?
The Columbus Dispatch - January 03, 2014 12:18 PM
On Weds., Jan. 19, 1994, the official record low temperature for Columbus, set in the 1800s, was broken at 5:45 a.m. when the National Weather Service station at Port Columbus registered 22 degrees below zero.
The old record had been minus 20 degrees and had been set three times, on Jan. 3, 1879; Jan. 6, 1884; and Feb. 10, 1899.
The average temperature on this day back in 1994 was 14 degrees below zero. That was 40 degrees below normal.
The Dispatch reported that Ohio State University students had to "chill out" as classes were canceled. Seven students had suffered frostbite the day before while walking to classes, and that was a factor.
In Athens, Ohio University shut down for the rest of the week because of the deep snow and extreme cold.


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HIST 289L (Q*) History Lab: Careers (Credit Hours: 1) This laboratory introduces students to various fields of historical work and potential career opportunities in history through a possible combination of hands-on projects, readings, discussions, field trips, and invited speakers. It assists students in understanding their personal academic and career goals and helps to train students in the skills necessary to navigate their goals.
This course focuses on students' career goals. Students are introduced to potential career paths in history through research, contact with guest speakers, interviews with professionals, and worksite visits. Each student will develop a hands-on project that immerses them in a possible career choice. The final portfolio consists of the job materials, such as a resume, cover letter, mock interview, etc., that will be compiled over the course of the semester. It also contains reflective writings regarding their project (which is much like a "mini-internship"). The estimated number of experiential contact hours (25-20) includes the hands-on activities and the time spent outside of class while performing the tasks that relate directly to their potential career.
HIST 495 (Q) Internship in History. (Credit Hours: 3) (Pre-requisites: permission of the Department Chair required) Open to Senior History majors with a minimum 3.00 GPA and subject to availability. The supervised internship requires 120 hours of on-site employment, a journal, and a term paper. The purpose of the internship is to provide students with practical training and experience in history-related work and introduce them to local and regional employers in fields of applied history.
The Internship in History is an experiential learning opportunity requiring that students pursue applied activities based on their theoretical understanding of historical perspectives and analytical methods. Internship students reflect on their expectations as well as their learned experiences in their journals, and will produce a final paper analyzing what they have learned and how it relates to their newly expanded understanding of historically-informed activities. Students are required to spend 120 hours in their internship activities over the course of a semester.


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You get to the point where you evolve in your life where everything isn't black and white, good and bad, and you try to do the right thing. You might not like that. You might be very cynical about that. Well, f*** it, I don't care what you think. I'm trying to do the right thing. I'm tired of Republican-Democrat politics. They can take the job and shove it. I come from a blue-collar background. I'm trying to do the right thing, and that's where I'm going with this.
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The Republican politician said this statement to reporters about his decision to support same-sex marriage legislation. McDonald was the 31st senator to support the Marriage Equality Act. McDonald is a Vietnam veteran and former steelworker. As a politician, he's put his energy behind autism awareness and property tax cuts. Now he's being heralded as a champion for civil rights.
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A lime may be one of the smallest things when you go shopping for fruits and vegetable shopping, but it is one of the richest. The health benefits that a lime carries are just too many, and it packs in too much of goodness. While the vitamin C is what immediately comes to our mind, there is more to it. Read on to know some of the most common benefits of the small, powerful lemon.
- A powerhouse of essential vitamins and minerals: A lime is a source of various vitamins and minerals, including potassium which is essential for heart health, good nerve function, and maintaining blood pressure levels. It also reduces cancer as it contains antioxidants and bioflavonoids.
- Fights infection: We all know lime to be very good at fighting cold and cough. Not just that. It even is useful in more severe infections like cholera and E.coli infections. As cholera is transmitted by food, adding lime to foods helps prevent this transmission.
- Heart healthy: Lime is rich in antioxidants which keep the arteries healthy and improve blood circulation. They also reduce the buildup of plaque in the walls of the arteries. This also reduces hardening of the arteries, reduces the onset of blood pressure, and improves overall heart health. Including lime peel and lime oil in the diet can provide these benefits.
- Drink to your health: Starting the morning with a glass of lime juice (with some honey added to taste) can be the best way to start the day. It provides energy and boosts you to begin the day like nothing else can.
- Glowing skin and hair: After squeezing out the juice from the lime, rub the lime onto your face and see the skin glowing. If that sounds not feasible, apply lime oil to your face to keep the skin elastic and youthful. Applying lime to the hair is a natural way to keep the hair shiny and black.
- Moving the joints: Uric acid can accumulate in the joints and cause bone pain and discomfort. Citric acid from the lime ensures this uric acid accumulation is reduced, thereby reducing gout and inflammation.
- Weight loss: The citric acid is an excellent fat burner, and drinking two glasses of warm lime water per day can show obvious results in a week's time.
- Add fragrance to your food: Lemon oil which is made from the peel can be used as a good flavouring agent to many dishes including curries and pickles. While the tanginess is not considerable like using a full lime, it still gives the fragrance and flavour of a lime.
With these benefits, the next time you go vegetable shopping, don't forget to throw in a couple of lemons.
The lifestyle we lead plays an important role. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is important to overcome many diseases as it helps in bringing the blood pressure to normal and in turn reduce the risks of diseases, such as diabetes and hypertension. Factors like smoking, diet, stress and sedentary lifestyle can lead to hypertension and diabetes. Hypertension is known as silent killer as it is symptomless.
There are various traditional medicines known to lower the blood pressure. Also, there are certain herbs that help in controlling blood pressure and preventing other diseases.
Some of these herbs are:
- Basil: This herb has a strong aroma and can be used in the preparation of many foods. It also helps in lowering the blood pressure, though for a brief time. Adding freshly chopped or torn basil to soups, salads, pastas and casseroles not only enhance the taste but are also beneficial for health.
- Cinnamon: This herb requires some effort to add in the diet, but is helpful in maintain the blood pressure. Diabetic people should have cinnamon everyday in some or the other way. Cinnamon can be included by sprinkling over cereals, oats, coffee, stews and curries.
- Cardamom: Cardamom if consumed daily can be helpful in bringing down blood pressure and in turn controlling hypertension and diabetes. Cardamom is very popular in South Asia, the seeds can be powdered and used in stews, soups or baking. It not only has an enhanced flavor but is also packed with numerous health benefits.
- Flaxseed: This is very rich in Omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids are believed to lower the blood pressure and also protect the body against atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. They are known for reducing cholesterol levels, and improving glucose tolerance thus acting as antioxidant. Flaxseeds can be added in smoothies and soups or baked goods.
- Garlic: Garlic often synonymous with bad breath and pungent seasoning has immense health benefits. It dilates and relaxes the blood vessels allowing the blood to flow freely and in turn reduces the blood pressure.
- Ginger: Adding ginger to the diet helps to control the blood pressure. It relaxes the blood vessels and improves the circulation of the blood. Ginger can be used in sweets, savories and beverages and is very common in Asian food.
- Celery seed: This is a diuretic and in China it is used to treat hypertension. This can be used to flavor stews, soups, savory dishes and casseroles. Both the seeds and the plant have various benefits and uses of their own.
- Hawthorn: This herb is used to treat high blood pressure in China. Decoctions of the herb have health benefits such as reduction of blood pressure, controlling hypertension and blood circulation. If you wish to discuss about any specific problem, you can consult a dietitian-nutritionist and ask a free question.
Why do feet stink?
Smelly feet can be a cause of great embarrassment and discomfort for anyone. Also known as bromodosis, the primary cause of smelly feet is the sweat glands in your feet. This part of the human body has more sweat glands than anywhere else in the body. Additionally, compared to sweat glands in the other parts of the body that secrete to control your body temperature when exposed to hot weather or while exercising, the sweat glands in your feet produce perspiration all the time.
When this happens, bacteria living on your skin break down the perspiration that oozes from your skin pores and a cheese-like smell is produced as the sweat gets broken down by the bacteria.
Apart from the explanation of the origin of this kind of smell, the causes that lead to you having smelly feet are:
- Wearing the same footwear on a daily basis and not letting them dry
- Poor hygiene habits like not washing your feet and drying them thoroughly
- Changes in the body's hormones level especially during pregnancy and puberty
- Too much stress
- Hyperhidrosis (a condition wherein you sweat excessively)
- Athlete's foot (infection of the soles of the feet and between the toes)
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My 10 years old son having skin allergy (both hands alone) It seems It is increasing due to mosquito byte but some doctors giving medicines for blood purification.
Got my LFT done yesterday. Below are the results Bilirubin 0.84 AST 54 ALT 85 GGT 131 Is this a cause of concern.
Sir I have a problem of excessive urination. And when it comes in night my sleep also affect. And because of sleep problem I feels very tired in days. I have also a problem of piles. I am taking a ayurvedic treatment for piles. So what do I sir, pls give me suggestion.
I am suffering from diabetes past 6 months and I am using human insulin and I want to know is there any cure fr diabetes.
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As our lifestyle and living habits change, we experience a lot of new phenomena and changes in our body systems. One of the biggest changes that we can actually see is the change in the digestive system and the regularity or the irregularity of our stools. When we eat healthy and lead an active lifestyle, we are more likely to have a better digestive system, whereas if we eat more junk or take meals at irregular timings and do not set a system for the body, we put it at great risk of diseases and health issues. One of the most common problems that a lot of people face is constipation.
While constipation in itself may be tackled without much problem, the real issue arises when it turns into something more troublesome such as piles. The issue of piles arises when the veins in the anal region start to swell because of a disturbed blood flow. The swollen regions and the lack of fibre in the stools combine to make the process of passing stools very uncomfortable, painful and it may also lead to the bleeding of the anus.
Treating the issue of piles:
Piles is a health problem that is mainly supported and aggravated because of wrong eating habits, sedentary lifestyle and excessive constipation. One of the most important things that you can do in the course of getting the problem under control is to start eating right. Eating foods with high fibre content and foods that speed up the digestive systems may go a long way in easing out the pain. It may also be important to keep liquid intake under check so that more and more liquid and other healthy drinks are consumed. Choosing to exercise regularly and indulging in workouts that help keep the intestines strong are the best alternatives.
Apart from things that you can do on your own, it may also be important to make sure that you take the right professional medical help. When you have the best help on your side you may be able to make sure that you get the issue treated within a short span of time without having to suffer greatly. However, it is also essential to make sure that the best type of treatment is chosen. In most cases, choosing Homeopathy for treatment may be your best bet. When you opt for homeopathy for piles, you may be able to treat the issue without having to use chemically charged and loaded antibiotics and it may be an easier route to a healthy living.
Why take homeopathic treatment?
The reason why homeopathy is most demanded in the case of piles is because of the fact that conventional medication may lead you to go through surgery for getting relief from the issue. Not only does a surgery increase the burden of increased finances, but also means that it is physically more straining. While homeopathy offers natural and chemical free medicines that treat the root cause of the disease.
Interstitial Cystitis is also known as painful bladder syndrome. It is characterized by the inflammation of the bladder wall. It is the chronic inflammation of the bladder. The exact cause has not been identified yet, though some believe that it might be due to the defect in the bladder lining or an autoimmune disorder. Interstitial cystitis is believed to resemble a bacterial infection, but the short term antibiotics have been found to be of no or less use.
The symptoms of interstitial cystitis are:
- Frequency of urination during the day and night
- Urgency of urinating
- Pain associated with urinating or pain in the abdomen, vaginal and urethral area
Ayurvedic Treatment for Interstitial Cystitis
- Chanderprabha Vati: This is a blend of 23 natural ingredients. This herbal remedy is useful in patients who are suffering from excess urination problem. This formulation has properties, which are helpful in the urine retention and reduce the inflammation in the pelvic areas. Dosage of this is two tablets twice a day with lukewarm water.
- Chandanadhi Vati: This consist natual ingredients like Shweta chandana (Santalum album), Maricha (Piper cubeba), Gandha biroja satva (Pinus longifolia sap), Kattha (Acacia catechu), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Rala (Vateria indica extract), Karpura (Cinnamomum camphora), Chandana taila (Sandal wood oil) and Daruharidra (Berberis aristata). The product helps to resolve interstitial cystitis by controlling urination, reduces inflammation and burning sensation. Two tablets twice a day with lukewarm water are taken.
- Punarnava Mandur: This is a pack of the herbal remedies and has quite satisfactory results in the patients. This balances the vata and pitta, the major dosha and causes of interstitial cystitis. Two tablets twice a day with lukewarm water is the ideal dosage.
- Varunadi Vati: This is a blend of natural products like Varun (Crataeva nurvala), Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Gokshur (Tribulus terrestris) and Shuddha guggulu (Comniphera mukul). The ingredients have the property to treat the symptoms of interstitial cystitis. This is helpful in urine retention and reducing inflammation. Dosage of this is two tablets twice a day with lukewarm water.
- Boswellia Curcumin: This is prepared by the extracts of Shallaki (Boswellia serrata) and Curcumin (Curcuma longa). This herbal product has anti-inflammatory properties and provides relief from inflammation in the pelvic area and other symptoms associated of interstitial cystitis. The dosage of this herbal product is one capsule twice a day with plain water. Also, if had after meals then it is very effective.
Do you have a permanent tattoo which you want to remove because of certain circumstances? According to studies, almost 50% of people with tattoos in the US want to have their tattoos removed via the laser tattoo removal technique.
This tattoo removal technique eliminates your tattoo without having much side effects. In the procedure, lasers are used to remove your tattoo by breaking up the pigment colours of the tattoo, using a high-intensity beam of light. Black tattoo pigment absorbs all the laser wavelengths and is easiest to remove, while other colours can be removed by using certain selected lasers.
Laser Tattoo Removal Procedure-
The number of treatments or sessions you require depends on the colour and size of your tattoo. It may take about two to four sessions in the case of normal tattoos, while for those having large tattoos; it may take more than 10 sessions to get the tattoo removed. A consultation session with a trained professional is required to help you in evaluating your situation and whether you should go ahead with the procedure.
The laser treatment varies from person to person and depends on factors such as age, size and type of the tattoo. The patient's skin colour and depth to which the tattoo pigment extends also affects the removal process.
Here are the steps involved in a laser tattoo removal process:
Protected eye shields are placed on you.
Your skin's reaction to the laser is tested for determining the amount of energy to be used.
A handpiece is placed again on your skin surface, which activates the laser light. This process is extremely painful to undergo.
Small tattoos require less pulses while large tattoos require much more. After every session, your tattoo tends to get lighter, progressively.
Right after a treatment session, an ice pack is applied to your skin to soothe the areas treated. You will have to apply a topical antibiotic ointment and a bandage is used to protect the treated skin region. You must cover the area using a sunblock whenever you go out in between the treatment sessions.
In some cases, local anesthesia is used during the treatment procedure.
Because of modern-day technology, laser tattoo removal is now a common thing undertaken by many who want to get rid of their unwanted tattoos. The procedure is safer than the traditional tattoo removal methods like excision, salabrasion and dermabrasion.
Libido, also known as the drive for intimate activities, is a person's general sexual drive or yearning for sexual desire. A person's drive in this area depends upon biological, psychological as well as social factors. Sometimes both physical and mental factors may cause this problem.
Physical issues that can bring about low drive include low testosterone, professionally prescribed meds, too little or a lot of work out and excessive liquor or drug use. Mental issues can include depression, stress and issues in your relationship.
Homeopathy treatment has some capable and fruitful solutions to increase the libido or drive without any symptoms or side effects. Homeopathic cures are prescribed based upon the symptoms instead of the conditions, as the symptoms of a specific disease can differ in different individuals. All these medicines must be prescribed only by a trained homeopath or doctor. Here are a few homeopathic cures for low libido issues:
Agnus castus: It is used for the following symptoms faced by patients with low libido:
• Sexual despair
• Anxious depression and mental premonitions
• Yellow discharge from the urethra and low or no sexual desire
• No erections
• Scanty periods in women
Lycopodium: It is used for the following symptoms faced by patients with low libido:
• Losing libido after some time that is, steady loss of sexual craving
• Despair, the need to be distant from everyone else, feeble memory, decreasing brain power
• Poor processing, dyspepsia, waking up during the evening feeling hungry, experiencing hepatic illness
• Delayed menstruation in women
• No erection, fatigue and feeling feeble, untimely discharge
• Vaginal drying
• Skin breakouts
• Delayed inadequate periods, obstruction, spinal pain
• Too soon or no ejaculation in men, aversion to sex, herpetic ejections
• Uncertain, anxious feeling
• Headache in the mornings on waking up
• Individuals who are susceptible to to skin infections
Phosphoricum acidum
This homeopathic medicine is used in the following cases:
• Low sexual desire in men, delicate and swollen genitals, skin inflammation of scrotum
• Early and heavy flow periods
• Pain in liver for women
• Pimples, skin inflammation, hair fall
• Spasms in the upper arms and wrists, tearing pain in joints
• Ladies who were strong and tough, but have ended up irritable, depressive and not interested in friends and family
• Loss of sexual desire after pregnancy, labour, or unnatural birth cycle
• Loss of sexual craving during menopausal stage
• Psychical impotence in men, loss of sexual desire, insufficient erections
• Sexual craving totally crushed in ladies, extreme uterine pain, periods too soon and excessively drawn out
• Drained and numb feeling in the legs
Since low libido is a fundamentally important issue, homeopaths trust that it can be dealt with exceptionally well by homeopathy. Homeopathy can treat your low sex drive brought on by an assortment of reasons going from stress, hormonal imbalances to low self-esteem.


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