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Mayor Candance Andersen Will Not Get My Vote For Supervisor
Original post made by RJW, Danville, on Apr 29, 2012
However, although I am a Republican, like Mayor Andersen, I will NOT vote for her for Supervisor, due to her absolute failure as Mayor to stop the illegal Magee Ranch development in Danville. As Mayor, and as a long time city council member, she has the authority, the clout, the bullypulpit, and influence, to stop this illegal development. However, she has done nothing to stop this illegal development, and in fact is forcing local residents to hire an expensive attorney to sue the Town(where she is Mayor)to force the court to enforce the law that requires an election for approval to change the zoning to allow this huge development.
This Magee Ranch illegal development, will make an already horrible commute, near Green Valley Elementary School, Los Cerros Middle School, and Monte Vista High, and Diablo, that much worse, not to mention what the grading will do to the environment and beautiful setting. This is why we have laws, that require a vote of citizens, to allow this development. She claims to be an experienced attorney, but yet she seems to have little respect for the laws that require a vote. If the citizens vote for this development, so be it. But follow the laws, and use your position as Mayor, to make sure that the laws are enforced.
If you have children that attend Green Valley Elementary School, Los Cerros Middle school, or Monte Vista High, do NOT vote for Mayor Candance Andersen for Supervisor, as her failure to stop this illegal development will greatly increase the traffic around these schools, and cause safety concerns.
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a resident of another community
on Apr 29, 2012 at 4:35 pm
Dear Gina,
This commentary directly relates to key concerns in our Diablo Vista Region, Saranap to Blackhawk, and focuses on key issues of the district 2 campaign.
Government Communication is in question as the Danville town government and council have specifically avoided the issues of traffic and its diversion to Green Valley/Stone Valley corridor from an already over-burdened Diablo Road. More certainly, it is a subject for county and town of Danville review under the well-considered claims of legal violations for such planned development at Magee and Weber Ranches.
The impact is obvious and Mayor Andersen should answer the challenge of the town council claims that they are within their rights to ignore the laws restricting such zoning changes without a vote of the Danville voters and should answer for the impact of the town council's positions disregarding traffic impact on Diablo, Blackhawk and Alamo.
To qualify that responsibility is to note that the decisions to move forward with Weber and Magee Ranch development happened before Mayor Andersen's present term as mayor. In addition, other council members, some simply appointees, have been the most vocal is support of these projects. Importantly, Mayor Andersen is counsel capable of representing the interests of the people of Danville, Diablo, Blackhawk and Alamo in determining legal restrictions still remaining for the projects and any specific county involvement to protect Diablo, Blackhawk and Alamo interests. Simply, that is what a Mayor should do as a town leader and a good neighbor to impacted communities.
Most importantly, we need to know why these projects continue toward construction when significant county areas are impacted by the results. Where is Mary's representation of Diablo and Blackhawk? Where is Gayle's staff, during her illness, to protect Alamo? For that matter, where is all CCC-BOS members in this need to protect Danville and County residents?
This is a great story that deserves more than town square forum consideration! These are exceptional questions related to primary issues of district 2 voters and much can be said about districts 2 and 3 candidates in the support of resolve of this critical traffic burden.
a resident of Alamo
on Apr 30, 2012 at 8:13 am
I, too, would like a candidate to pass EVERY litmus test and agree with me on EVERY issue. Unfortunately, that is not the real world. I suggest you look beyond just the one land use issue and accept that Candace is the best candidate on most issues. She's certainly far better than the alternative...
a resident of Danville
on Apr 30, 2012 at 9:05 am
This "one land use issue" is not trivial. It will permanently adversely affect so many of us in Danville. Anybody can show up at a ribbon cutting ceremony, pose for photographs, attend worthless committe after committe meetings, and put up campaign signs all over town. A real leader has the courage to stand up and fight for what is important to her constitutents. Her failure to do anything on this important issue that actually affects us in Danville is so troubling that it is a litmus test. In good conscience, I can not, and will not, vote for her.
a resident of another community
on Apr 30, 2012 at 7:11 pm
Candace Anderson is definitely a better choice than turning over the BOS to the whims of Mary Piepho. The relationship between the two; Piepho/VandeBrooke will corrupt and already questionable BOS.
The third wheel Glover will bow to Piepho as he has shown in the past. This threesome will corrode the integrity of Contra Costa County.
a resident of another community
on Apr 30, 2012 at 9:06 pm
@ Voter,
Really? Another one of your lame attempts to disparage Supervisor Piepho (and Glover) without any real substance? I'm not sure why you keep trying to sling your mud, because no one is buying it. It is almost as if you are trying to convince yourself.
Your pathetic barbs reflect poorly on you. I'll wager that is why you post anonymously under variations of "Voter" over and over. This also provides insight into your character …and more of your jealous infatuations.
In case you haven't noticed, Piepho is Chair of the Board and Glover is Vice Chair. So much for your fears about turning the BOS over to their "whims".
Must be frustrating for you.
a resident of another community
on Apr 30, 2012 at 9:27 pm
Having read the last 18 months of County Grand Jury reports I can not imagine a more questionable leader than Mary Piepho. Understanding that many of her acts that te Grand Jury discusses occurred when Tomi Van de Brooke served as Mary's Chief of Staff causes me to reject Tomi's candidacy.
Perhaps if Tomi were to distance herself from those decisions and actions I could reconsider, but she won't ever do that. Those two are, as the saying goes, Thick as Thieves!
I don't follow the comment about Pieho being the Chair of the BOS but I expect the only reason to raise that is to add credibility to Mary. Not likely to work with anyone who understand the situation, but clearly it is intended for those who do not.
a resident of another community
on May 4, 2012 at 8:31 pm
To all the Sockpuppets constantly spewing anti-Mary Piepho vitriol-
I'd like to steal a page from Lt. Gov. Newsome:
Mary Piepho is here to stay, whether you like it or not!
a resident of another community
on May 5, 2012 at 1:22 am
Voter, errrr, I mean "Voter" of the best choice or should I be calling you Grand Jury "Voter" this time around???
My goodness, do you think we actually all share your unique dysfunction? Do you think we cannot tell that you are the very same disgruntled one baller, trying to once again fool the forum readership? Sorry, but that doesn't fly in anyone's mind except your own. You are really a case study.
I have read the grand jury reports (I always do) which makes it very clear to me, that you haven't. You know, they are on line and easily accessible; Web Link
As anyone can plainly see by reading the reports, Mary Piepho is not implicated at all. In fact she is not even mentioned! So much for your conspiracy theories. So much for you attemps at trying to lead readers to believe your rhetoric. Actually it just goes directly to the point of your odd infatuation…or is it jealousy? Quite frankly it is hard to discern and your behavior is becoming increasingly suspicious.
In the grand scheme of things you are fooling no one but yourself. You don't even live in District 2, so lets quite playing games; you don't get to vote for or against, Tomi Van de Brooke.
In closing, it is a shame you could not comprehend the value of Mary Piepho and Federal Glover being Chair and Vice Chair as well as neither of them having a challenger. It really says a lot. It is no surprise that the fundamental aspect if this importance would be lost on you. You are clearly a candidate for the Dunning-Kruger study. Web Link (It's ok if you don't see it…that is actually part of the effect).
Good luck with your witch hunt. At some point you may actually tire from beating your head against that wall. …But if not, you are providing a lot of entertainment.
Enjoy the weekend, because the "jury" is still out.
a resident of another community
on May 6, 2012 at 2:43 pm
Dear Gina,
Since the result is EMCEB libel and you are the President, do you ever read the commentary you sponsor under the pseudonym Informed Resident. Do you see such commentary as "respectful and thruthful? Does it fulfill your promise that the " Town Square will continue to be a thoughtful gathering place for sharing community information and opinion?"
In this exchange, informed resident commentary misrepresented the truth in an effort to defame positions by what is identified as Mary Piepho's enemy list, in so many words. It seems a challenge for your Express editor to fact-check the commentary and actually answer the questionable claims impacting the scope of CCC Grand Jury Reports, any claims for approval of any candidate running unopposed without voters' choice, and any current majority approval of CCC-BOS performance by Contra Costans. No reference was the complete disclosure and no claim was full reality.
This time, Gina, employ your journalism rather than your sponsorship.
a resident of another community
on May 7, 2012 at 9:50 pm
Mr. Bailey, are you respectful and thruthful in regards of Supervisor Piepho?
Not really. Don't the pot (calling the kettle...).
a resident of another community
on May 7, 2012 at 11:41 pm
Libel Hal? Really? It is amusing what a "selective" point of view you have. A certain voter, commits the act over and over, but you just choose to ignore that? Wow. You also bend the truth in many of your posts but that is ok right? But when someone clarifies your misgivings, all of the sudden that is libel? Sorry but it doesn't work that way in the real world. I think your hat is a little out of square.
This is a forum for opinions. Put on your big boy pants and stop trying to make everything fit your own definitions. That would be a great start because you sounding just like your east county buddies Don Flint and Alamo transplant, Bill Richardson. They have the very same "unique" habits that you display and their fingerprints are on quite a few documents. Twisting the truth and then crying foul when you are caught doesn't really play out very well with those of us who actually pay attention. You might just have to come to grips with being exposed for not telling the truth can be a little uncomfortable. In this case (as many others) a fact check would have you in a really bad position and I am positive you would inturn attack or try to discredit the fact checker.
C'mon Hal, read the Grand Jury reports-they are online and show us all what you come up with to support your "accusations".
a resident of San Ramon
on May 14, 2012 at 9:02 pm
Thats OK RJW, You will be in the minority anyway. Vote Candace for an honest Supervisor
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These sixteen children are standing in four lines of four, one behind the other. They are each holding a card with a number on it. Can you work out the missing numbers?
If the numbers 5, 7 and 4 go into this function machine, what
numbers will come out?
48 is called an abundant number because it is less than the sum of its factors (without itself). Can you find some more abundant numbers?
Find the next number in this pattern: 3, 7, 19, 55 ...
If the answer's 2010, what could the question be?
Explore Alex's number plumber. What questions would you like to ask? What do you think is happening to the numbers?
What happens when you add the digits of a number then multiply the result by 2 and you keep doing this? You could try for different numbers and different rules.
How would you count the number of fingers in these pictures?
Can you put the numbers 1 to 8 into the circles so that the four
calculations are correct?
EWWNP means Exploring Wild and Wonderful Number Patterns Created by Yourself! Investigate what happens if we create number patterns using some simple rules.
Well now, what would happen if we lost all the nines in our number
system? Have a go at writing the numbers out in this way and have a
look at the multiplications table.
Number problems at primary level that require careful consideration.
This problem is based on a code using two different prime numbers
less than 10. You'll need to multiply them together and shift the
alphabet forwards by the result. Can you decipher the code?
There is a clock-face where the numbers have become all mixed up. Can you find out where all the numbers have got to from these ten statements?
Find the product of the numbers on the routes from A to B. Which
route has the smallest product? Which the largest?
Number problems at primary level that may require determination.
Zumf makes spectacles for the residents of the planet Zargon, who
have either 3 eyes or 4 eyes. How many lenses will Zumf need to
make all the different orders for 9 families?
Use the information to work out how many gifts there are in each
This number has 903 digits. What is the sum of all 903 digits?
Where can you draw a line on a clock face so that the numbers on
both sides have the same total?
Find out what a Deca Tree is and then work out how many leaves
there will be after the woodcutter has cut off a trunk, a branch, a
twig and a leaf.
Use 4 four times with simple operations so that you get the answer 12. Can you make 15, 16 and 17 too?
On the table there is a pile of oranges and lemons that weighs
exactly one kilogram. Using the information, can you work out how
many lemons there are?
Can you score 100 by throwing rings on this board? Is there more
than way to do it?
Rocco ran in a 200 m race for his class. Use the information to
find out how many runners there were in the race and what Rocco's
finishing position was.
Mr. Sunshine tells the children they will have 2 hours of homework.
After several calculations, Harry says he hasn't got time to do
this homework. Can you see where his reasoning is wrong?
Can you design a new shape for the twenty-eight squares and arrange
the numbers in a logical way? What patterns do you notice?
Amy has a box containing domino pieces but she does not think it is a complete set. She has 24 dominoes in her box and there are 125 spots on them altogether. Which of her domino pieces are missing?
This magic square has operations written in it, to make it into a
maze. Start wherever you like, go through every cell and go out a
total of 15!
Can you fill in this table square? The numbers 2 -12 were used to generate it with just one number used twice.
On the planet Vuv there are two sorts of creatures. The Zios have 3 legs and the Zepts have 7 legs. The great planetary explorer Nico counted 52 legs. How many Zios and how many Zepts were there?
Use your logical reasoning to work out how many cows and how many
sheep there are in each field.
This multiplication uses each of the digits 0 - 9 once and once only. Using the information given, can you replace the stars in the calculation with figures?
A game for 2 people. Use your skills of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division to blast the asteroids.
Put operations signs between the numbers 3 4 5 6 to make the highest possible number and lowest possible number.
This problem is based on the story of the Pied Piper of Hamelin. Investigate the different numbers of people and rats there could have been if you know how many legs there are altogether!
The Scot, John Napier, invented these strips about 400 years ago to
help calculate multiplication and division. Can you work out how to
use Napier's bones to find the answer to these multiplications?
Here are the prices for 1st and 2nd class mail within the UK. You have an unlimited number of each of these stamps. Which stamps would you need to post a parcel weighing 825g?
Use your logical-thinking skills to deduce how much Dan's crisps and ice-cream cost altogether.
Ben's class were cutting up number tracks. First they cut them into twos and added up the numbers on each piece. What patterns could they see?
Can you work out the arrangement of the digits in the square so
that the given products are correct? The numbers 1 - 9 may be used
once and once only.
Go through the maze, collecting and losing your money as you go.
Which route gives you the highest return? And the lowest?
What is happening at each box in these machines?
Using the statements, can you work out how many of each type of
rabbit there are in these pens?
On my calculator I divided one whole number by another whole number and got the answer 3.125. If the numbers are both under 50, what are they?
Find at least one way to put in some operation signs (+ - x ÷)
to make these digits come to 100.
Suppose we allow ourselves to use three numbers less than 10 and
multiply them together. How many different products can you find?
How do you know you've got them all?
In this investigation, you are challenged to make mobile phone
numbers which are easy to remember. What happens if you make a
sequence adding 2 each time?
In a Magic Square all the rows, columns and diagonals add to the 'Magic Constant'. How would you change the magic constant of this square?
Can you arrange 5 different digits (from 0 - 9) in the cross in the
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Kate Upton Goes High-Fashion For 'Vogue' Shoot
While we're used to seeing the blonde bombshell break it down in skimpy bikinis, she takes on a whole new, chic image for her fashionable spread. Get ready to see the model in a whole new light!
From bikini babe to big-time! While Kate Upton sizzles in scantily-clad shoots for men's mags and, of course, the infamous Sport's Illustrated swimsuit issue, now the model is taking on a whole new role as a fashion model in the November issue of Vogue — but don't fret! Loyal Kate fans will be happy to know her ample assets are still on display, (at least in part of the shoot).
From swimwear to sportswear, Kate still looks sexy — but oh-so-chic. Check out the pics and get ready to see Kate like we never have before — (and no, we don't just mean clothed). What do you think of Kate's high-fashion transformation?
Browse the gallery and check for the mag when it hits newsstands on Oct. 23.


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Publisher: Enlight
Developer: Mercury Steam Entertainment
Release Date: November 2004
Platform: Xbox/PC
Genre: Third-Person Action Adventure
Game URL: http://www.scrapland.com/
Scrapland is a third-person 3-D action-adventure game set in a futuristic robotic world where humans are feared and frowned upon. The game delivers a solidly engaging, sometimes humorous adventure narrative that combines a unique blend of combat and racing. Players take on the role of D-Tritus, an intergalactic traveler who finds himself involved in a series of mysterious murders committed in a world where death had been previously unheard of. With the ability to transform into any of 15 character types each with their own unique powers and the skill to pilot hundreds of gunships found in the game, D-Tritus attempts to solve this murderous conspiracy plaguing the city of Chimera .


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Vendégek száma6
Hálószobák száma3
Méret160 m²
Floor No.1
- Légkondicionálás
- Erkély/terasz
- Törölköző
- Családi / Gyerek barát
- Beltéri kandalló
- Konyha
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|ARGENTINA, 07459 SON SERRA DE MARINA, Spanyolország
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This is a modern 160 m2 chalet that counts with 3 bedrooms, so it's ideal for families and little groups of friends. There is one room with two single beds, one with a single bed and one room with a double bed and AC. We can provide you with fans for the other rooms if you request them. There are two bathrooms, one with shower and the other one with bathtub.
The property is all fenced to enhance your security. It has a little garden and a 300 m2 terrace. There is a barbeque where you can cook a tempting dinner and the terrace is furnished with table and chairs. The 7.5x3.6 pool is perfect to refresh yourself during hot summer days or sunbathe in one of the 5 sun beds on the pool area. Due to the house is located in a urbanization, it has neighbours but the house facilities are totally private.
The house is furnished with 6 chairs, satellite TV and fireplace for autumn nights. The living room has air conditioning. The kitchen is equipped with everything you might need: toaster, coffee machine, microwave, vitro ceramic hob, electric oven, cutlery, kitchen appliances, fridge with freezer and a lot more. Of course you will find as well washing machine, dryer, iron and ironing board. Pets are not allowed.
Son Serra beach is only 850 meters. There aren't big hotels in the area and it isn't very crowded during high season. Just you, the sun and the sea! You can choose between rocks or sandy beach. You might find seaweeds, especially during low season, although you will always find a place without them so the beach is very long. The urbanization counts with a pharmacy, a little supermarket and some very good restaurants.
Nearby in Can Picafort, you will find a sandy beach with sun beds and sun umbrellas, bars, restaurants and a lively environment. It's just 10 minute drive. Between Son Serra and Can Picafort you will find the prehistoric site Son Real and the public old estate of Son Real. From there you can do a nice day trip walking along the beach to Son Serra, especially during low season, when it's not so hot.
This is a welcoming house that will make you feel at home and will make your holiday an unforgettable experience in one of the quietest places of Mallorca!
Sand beach: 850 m
Grocery: 1.2 km
Supermarket (Can Picafort): 8 km
ATM (Can Picafort): 8 km
Airport: 70 km
Hospital: 16 km
Golf course (Capdepera): 18 km
Train station (Petra): 8 km
Bus stop: 100 m
Pharmacy: 800 m
HázirendCheck-in: 4 pm
Check-out: 10 am
Very late check-in (from 24 pm) has an extra cost of 50 €
Damage deposit: 300 EUR (will be returned cash on your departure day)
Pets are not allowed
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Really enjoyed our stay great location. Well equipped kitchen for self catering. Would stay again as such a quiet family location. Owner lovely and welcoming.
Really nice stay in Can Picafort. We would recommened to other people. Good bed, lots of comfort and a very very nice terrace. We will come back next year.
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Everything was perfect. Nice Finca and good communication.
We was very satisfied with the house. One interesting things, was that the stove was heatest on number 1 in stead of 6! It´s takes two days to get that information.
Will strongely recommended the house.
Kindly Regards
Ulla Qvickstrom
Stockhollm, Sweden
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Managing the Program
Under the Program, grains include those grown for seed use and all:
- corn (including popcorn, but excluding sweet corn and flint corn)
- wheat
- barley
- oats
- sorghum
- rye
- oil seeds
- soybeans
- other agricultural commodities as approved
- Collect a two-tenths percent (.002) premium from the gross sale price of each producer payment
- Document and maintain records of the premium paid by the producer
|October 31
|- For July, August, and September premiums
|January 31
|- For October, November, and December premiums
|April 30
|- For January, February, and March premiums
|July 31
|- For April, May, and June premiums
The Indiana Grain Buyers and Warehouse Licensing Agency will perform all audit and inspection functions for the program. Audits consist of verification of the calculation, collection, and remittance of the appropriate premiums.
The Indiana Grain Indemnity Corporation's board consists of 13 members (ten voting) who represent farmers and grain, feed, and banking interests. The Grain Indemnity Program is administered by the board.
If you have questions or would like more information call (317) 232-1360.
- Indiana Grain Indemnity Corporation
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Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
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1) Any word or idea about when Canty comes back?
2) I havn't heard much about Austin this year and, tbh, havn't been watching the DLine this year like I'd want to. How has he looked to those of you that have watched? Is he serviceable or what? I feel like I've seen Joseph, Bernard and Kuhn only out there.


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Faith Aird January 27, 2013
Open house … George Alim of U C US with a garage camera. Photo: James Brickwood
GRIPES about car-repair rip-offs have prompted some mechanics to expose their inner secrets to sceptical customers via the internet and in person.
Before a likely crackdown on the industry, the NRMA is giving car owners the option of turning up to the workshop to watch mechanics at work.
And what is believed to be the world's first fully transparent automotive service centre now exists on the northern beaches, where customers can view the full repair job in real time online.
Chemical engineer and founder of U C US Mechanics in Brookvale, George Alim, designed the business model after seeing people being taken for a ride too many times.
''When I went to uni, I had a lot of lemons and so spent a lot of time at the mechanics,'' he said. ''I could see that what some of the mechanics were doing to customers was wrong - taking advantage of them not being able to see what was happening. As a result, I would stay at the mechanics for three to four hours to watch what was happening and that the job was done properly.
''I got the idea of the cameras from seeing stories on Today Tonight and A Current Affair, where they put hidden cameras in and catch people doing the wrong thing. I realised that we can have a place with cameras surrounding every corner.
An NRMA spokesman, Peter Khoury, said its servicing and repair centres now had wrap-around glass windows ''so that car owners can sit and have a coffee and see exactly what is going on while their car is being serviced. We know transparency is something that consumers have been looking for and we believe anything that brings more of it is better.''
More than 1300 complaints about automotive repairs and servicing were logged in NSW in 2012. In the 12 months from November 2011, the NSW Consumer, Trader and Tenancy Tribunal received 362 applications relating to repairs and the servicing of motor vehicles.
And in April 2012, the NSW government released an issues paper to commence a review of the Fair Trading regulation of motor vehicles. The issues paper focused on ensuring consistency between the motor industry legislation and the national Australian Consumer Law. The government will decide on reforms early this year.


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For the past six years, I've dedicated myself to the craft of branding in all its elaborate definitions and executions. SmartBrand (and this blog we've called SmartBrandBlog,has been my passion and focus throughout those years, and I've had the pleasure of working with truly talented people for some amazing clients. Throughout my experience, it became apparent that my clients really all wanted one thing: a single source, turnkey effort for their communications through marketing, advertising, pr, web and social channels.
The problem was, quite frankly, within the term "brand" itself. For me, a "brand" is your business and personal communications strategy. The same kind of detailed planning and strategy a competent attorney or accountant would bring to your business; you need for your integrated communications as well. Branding is strategic planning, competitive positioning and creative consistency that lives in every aspect of your business, from both personal and business perspectives.
Where does your brand reside? Not on a well designed piece of paper; but in the minds and hearts of your customers and prospects. Their perception is really your brand, and not simply how you want to be perceived. Branding is, at its very core, about building your own community of loyal fans and participants: people who love what you do; and why you do it. Branding is so much more than graphic arts, media, or photography – yet it is at the core of all those, and so much more.
As a collaboratively structured company, SmartBrand assembled a pool of amazing freelance teams to meet client's goals and needs; and we were pretty darn successful at it. Still, the many individual interpretations of the term "brand" simply didn't communicate the scope of our work and focus to a majority of our client roster.
Which leads me here today to BLG (Biggest Little Group). A new, fresh, small, talented agency that singularly addresses and solves your brand's communication needs. A full service, turn-key, kick-butt group of professionals who have already worked together as partners.
I hope you'll continue to check back with our blogsite as we talk about the many people, places, events and images we help our clients create and celebrate. And certainly, please return to contribute to the love we feel for this amazing community – our Biggest Little City In The World.
Because you, the good people, amazing places, engaging events and lively discussions of northern Nevada – are at the very core of our agency brand.


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Dairy industry's optimism soars as the world's largest yogurt plant opens.
by Dennis Halladay, Hoard's Dairyman Western Editor
A funny thing happened on the way to the new Chobani Greek Yogurt manufacturing plant that the company announced a year ago it would build in Twin Falls, Idaho.
It got a LOT bigger.
By the time the official ribbon-cutting ceremony happened on Monday this week after a stunningly fast construction time of just 326 days designers had skipped their initial start-up capacity of 2.0 million pounds of milk per day and jumped to 3.0 million pounds. Instead of 120 employees that were projected at start-up, Chobani already has 300.
Although it is already the biggest yogurt facility in the world, plans are for the plant to get much bigger. The original design called for an ultimate capacity of 6.0 million pounds of milk per day, and there is certainly plenty of room to get there: only 22 acres of Chobani's 200-acre site have been utilized so far (see photo).
For Idaho dairy producers, the plant has been a shot in both the emotional arm and the wallet. The arrival of a huge new milk buyer has drastically increased optimism about the long-term prospects for their industry. More immediately, it translated into higher local producer prices just weeks after the announcement to build was made, as the state's two other largest processors sweetened the way they paid for milk.
Chobani, its owner and its yogurt have taken Idaho by storm, and are right up there with Hewlett-Packard and Albertsons as a darling of the state's economy. In Twin Falls it is already a hometown hero. When construction began, the city's unemployment rate was 8.1 percent. This week it stood at 6.6 percent and Chobani says it hopes to hire up to 300 more employees by the end of 2013.
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It's all about the food….
For the Robertsons, family is typified by the dinner table, where both food and fables are dished up with equal care. Anyone with a good story - whether it be a hunting escapade or one of the children's antics - is welcome to share. And that's what this family is all about - sharing, caring for one another, and the love of good food. Chapters are built around recipes that represent each stage of the Robertson life - chapters like...
An Up-Close View of America's Favorite Backwoods Family
What do faith, family, ducks, and money have in common? The well-known stars of A&E's hit show Duck Dynasty - Korie and Willie Robertson! From Louisiana's bayou comes the story of how the Robertson family went from eating fried bologna sandwiches to consuming fine filet mignon.
Ask anyone in Louisiana, and they'll tell you that the bayou state's favorite family doesn't live in the governor's mansion but in the backwoods, where the Robertsons' Duck Commander has become a sporting empire by making top-of-the-line duck calls.
Part redneck logic, part humorous family stories, combined with family-business tips and faith, this book is the inside sneak peek for everything you wanted to know about being a Robertson.
In the pages of this book, you'll find out things about this lovable family that you won't see on the popular TV show - such as how the family survived while Miss Kay worked days and left the boys in the care of eight-year-old older brother Alan. You'll get to know the beautiful Korie Robertson - how she met Willie, what their dating days were like, and how she juggles being a mom to their children, a wife to Willie, and an active partner in the family business.
You'll get a taste of the Robertson clan's famous food, through recipes included in each chapter, and you'll see childhood photos of Willie and Korie, photos of Willie before the beard, and photos of their children and all of the Robertson clan.
©2012 Willie Robertson and Korie Robertson (P)2012 Simon & Schuster
Can't hear you....I'm reading!!
Awesome book!! I am in love with the Robertson Family. This book shares their experiences, recipe and most importantly love for each other.
It makes me Hap-pay, Hap-pay, Hap-pay!
@natesrandomisms Believer (27yrs), Husband (15yrs), Dad (3yrs), Son (35yrs), Broken neck survivor.
"Building Blocks of a Family!"
Yes, this is a book full of life principals.
The recipes!
They have some of the greatest voices that make you feel like they are speaking directly to you.
Yes, and we almost did. (We were on a road trip.)
"Love this book!!"
Really enjoy listening, so glad it is narrated by Willie and Korie!
I love chapter 12!
Love them all!
Laughed Alot!
"Wonderful Story... Entertaining and Inspiring!"
I recently discovered the Robertsons on A&E. I love their story. I enjoy their family bond and their faith in God ... and they are FUNNY!
The book provides insight into their testimony and it's read by Willie and his wife. Willie won't be able to make a living as a narrator - LOL, but I like him reading his own story.
If you like the show, you will enjoy the book.
If you've never watched the show, get the book and you will want to watch the show.
It's all about love of God and love of family....
"thank you for sharing!! loved reading about them!!"
There were many more details of the Duck Dynasty family in this book that I didn't see by watching their family on TV. I loved hearing how their stories have unfolded and about each sibling. Most importantly, their faith in Christ and with him their unconditional love for each other. Thank you so much!
"Excellent job Willie !"
Were able to live vicariously through the reader. I could listen another 5 hours . Love this family!
"Bought it 2 times"
Great book! Bought one for Kay to sign on the 4th and bought the audio to listen to at work. Loved it, your family makes my family smile.
Mike Busick
"Great book."
Inspiring &funny book. I loved it. I was glad that their voices were reading it.
"great books"
loved hearing Willie and kori reading. kept me engaged in the story. I can't wait for the next book I'm reading.
"loved it"
just as good as watching the show, loved how they told the good and bad
"Easy to listen to"
Love duck dynasty love the recipes
Not sure if there life was as hard as they would like you to believe
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Efficacy Study of Weekly Taxotere and Topotecan for Recurrent Gynecologic (GYN) Cancers
This study has been completed.
Montefiore Medical Center
Information provided by (Responsible Party):
Mark H. Einstein, Montefiore Medical Center
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
First received: September 30, 2005
Last updated: April 22, 2012
Last verified: April 2012
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The primary aim of this study is:
- To determine the overall clinical response rate of weekly Topotecan and Taxotere in women with recurrent ovarian, primary peritoneal, endometrial and uterine cancers.
The secondary aims of this study are:
- To evaluate the safety and tolerability of the combination therapy with weekly Topotecan and Taxotere in patients with recurrent ovarian, primary peritoneal, endometrial or uterine cancers.
- To determine the progression free survival and overall survival in women treated with weekly Topotecan and Taxotere in patients with recurrent ovarian, primary peritoneal, endometrial and uterine cancers who have been previously treated with chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy.
Ovarian Neoplasms
Uterine Neoplasms
Drug: Topotecan and Taxotere
Phase 2
|Study Type:
|Study Design:
|Allocation: Non-Randomized
Intervention Model: Single Group Assignment
Masking: Open Label
Primary Purpose: Treatment
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|Phase II Trial- Weekly Taxotere and Topotecan for Recurrent Ovarian, Primary Peritoneal, Endometrial and Uterine Cancers
Resource links provided by NLM:
Genetics Home Reference related topics: ovarian cancer
MedlinePlus related topics: Uterine Cancer
Drug Information available for: Docetaxel Topotecan hydrochloride TopotecanU.S. FDA Resources
Further study details as provided by Montefiore Medical Center:
Primary Outcome Measures:
- To determine the overall clinical response rate of weekly Topotecan and Taxotere in women with recurrent ovarian, primary peritoneal, endometrial and uterine cancers
Secondary Outcome Measures:
- To evaluate the safety and tolerability of weekly Topotecan and Taxotere in patients with recurrent ovarian, primary peritoneal, endometrial or uterine cancers
- To determine the progression free survival and overall survival with weekly Topotecan and Taxotere in patients with recurrent ovarian, primary peritoneal, endometrial and uterine cancers who have been previously treated with chemotherapy
|Estimated Enrollment:
|Study Start Date:
|November 2004
|Study Completion Date:
|March 2007
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years and older (Adult, Senior)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- Histologically documented recurrent endometrial adenocarcinoma, papillary serous (UPSC), or mixed mullerian tumor (MMT) for which a cure or substantial palliation is unlikely using surgery and/or radiotherapy. Patients must have measurable disease or disease felt to be reproducibly measurable on CT scan, chest x-ray and/or tumor marker elevations .
Recurrent ovarian or primary peritoneal cancers as defined as either:
- Measurable disease either by physical examination or by imaging or
Non-measurable evidence of disease such as any or all of the following standard Rustin criteria:
- Peritoneal implants <2 cm
- Abnormal densities on computerized tomography (CT) scan and/or loculated fluid collections
- Elevated CA-125 (>100 U/mL on 2 measurements at least 1 week apart) and disease- related symptoms.
Patients with the following histologic ovarian or uterine epithelial cell types are eligible:
- Serous adenocarcinoma
- Endometrioid adenocarcinoma
- Mucinous adenocarcinoma
- Undifferentiated carcinoma
- Clear cell adenocarcinoma
- Mixed epithelial carcinoma
- Transitional cell
- Malignant Brenner's tumor
- Adenocarcinoma NOS
- Age ≥ 18 years.
- ECOG performance status of ≤ 2.
- Peripheral neuropathy must be ≤ grade 1
- Previously treated patients must have received no antineoplastic treatment for at least 4 weeks. Patients will not have received more than two previous chemotherapy regimens.
- In patients previously irradiated, the recurrent disease should be outside of the radiotherapy portal or have developed disease progression within the radiated field.
- No concurrent chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, or hormone therapy.
- Total bilirubin ≤ ULN
- AST and ALT and alkaline phosphatase must be within the range allowing for eligibility.
- Patients must be alert, oriented, and have signed an informed consent in accordance with institutional policies and be aware of the investigational nature of the study.
- Women of childbearing potential must be willing to consent to using effective contraception while on treatment and for at least 3 months thereafter
Exclusion Criteria:
Patient has impairment of hepatic, renal or hematologic function as defined by the following baseline laboratory values:
- Serum creatinine clearance ≤ 50 ml/min
- Platelets <100,000/mm3
- Absolute neutrophil count (ANC) <1500/mm3
- Hemoglobin <8.0 g/dl (the patient may be transfused prior to study entry)
- History of chronic or active hepatitis
- Patient has severe or uncontrolled medical disease (eg. uncontrolled diabetes, unstable angina, myocardial infarction within 6 months, congestive heart failure, etc.)
- Patients with dementia or altered mental status that would prohibit the giving and understanding of informed consent at time of study entry.
- Patients with a history of severe hypersensitivity to Taxotere®, Topotecan®, or other drugs formulated with polysorbate 80.
- Women who are pregnant or breast-feeding
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Choosing to participate in a study is an important personal decision. Talk with your doctor and family members or friends about deciding to join a study. To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the Contacts provided below. For general information, see Learn About Clinical Studies.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT00231855
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT00231855
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|Montefiore Medical Center
|Bronx, New York, United States, 10461
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Montefiore Medical Center
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|Mark H Einstein, M.D., M.S.
|Montefiore Medical Center and Albert Einstein College of Medicine
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|Mark H. Einstein, Director, Clinical Research for Women's Health, Montefiore Medical Center
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|NCT00231855 History of Changes
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|Study First Received:
|September 30, 2005
|Last Updated:
|April 22, 2012
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Epithelial Ovarian Cancer
Uterine Cancer
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Ovarian Diseases
Adnexal Diseases
Genital Diseases, Female
Genital Neoplasms, Female
Urogenital Neoplasms
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Gonadal Disorders
Uterine Diseases
Topoisomerase I Inhibitors
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Apple: iPhone Momentum Continues, Says Societe Generale; Android Slipping?
Société Generale's Andy Perkins today raises his rating on shares of Apple (AAPL) to Buy from Hold, setting a $575 price target, writing that data he's gathered from Taiwan and China, which "correlated to Apple handset revenues," indicate "strong rises" in the iPhone 5S and 5C since the two phones hit 9 million in unit sales in their first weekend of sales, in September.
"Additionally, looking out further we believe we may be seeing the first signs of weakness in Android/Samsung handsets," adds Perkins.
Shares of Apple are up $11.18, or 2.2%, at $520.07.
Combined sales for Hon Hai Precision and Pegatron, assemblers of the iPhone, are up 20% in September, combined, he notes:
We believe that this signals an impressive start for the manufacture of the new handsets. Additionally, Chinese September export data shows handset value up 30% yoy. As there has historically been a close correlation between Apple iPhone revenues and Chinese export value (Hon Hai and Pegatron's main manufacturing facilities are based in China), we believe that this also bodes well for Apple's third quarter results.
Adds Perkins, phones based on Google's (GOOG) Android operating system, especially those from Samsung Electronics (005930KS), are showing some signs of weakness, at least, based on select U.S. and global data points:
Over the last few months we have been wondering whether the Android domination has peaked. Data from comScore shows that in the US in June there were no net Android additions. And since that time, the numbers of new Android users has fallen behind the number of new iOS users. This trend is obviously likely to continue as iOS additions are likely to peak over the coming months due to the new models. Part of the weakness may in fact be due to Samsung. The latest Kantar data for Europe shows Samsung's share has slipped over the last year. Given that Apple has just announced its new handsets, Samsung's share may have further to fall. Additionally over the last few months we have noticed that Apple has been increasing its share of the top position in the uSwitch UK charts (please see charts opposite). Even before the launch of the new iPhone 5s and 5c models, Apple was regularly scoring the top three spots (iPhone 5, 4S and 4 models). In the September and October reviews, uSwitch estimated that Apple had five of the top ten spots, with the new 5s and 5c models joining the top ten. The main loser appears to be Samsung. The Galaxy S4 remains its best seller, achieving third position in September and October. However, the Galaxy was previously dominant: between May 2011 and February 2013, the Galaxy S was No.1 every month save one. Additionally, the number of top ten positions held by Samsung is also falling. While this may be a temporary impact caused by five iPhone models on sale in the same month, it could indicate a deeper problem. In November 2011, we saw a sharp fall in the popularity of HTC handsets (position and quantity), which almost directly coincided with a sharp fall in HTC's revenues. However, the data is far from conclusive. The dips in both Android and Samsung's market shares may be temporary or another company/operating system may take up the challenge. Certainly in the US the Android share continues to climb, albeit from much lower levels than markets elsewhere. But for now we believe that the momentum is with Apple, especially its new 5s model.
Perkins is modeling $188 billion in revenue for Apple in fiscal 2014, and $46.20 in EPS. That is above the consensus for $181.7 billion and $43.29 per share.


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SCAD presents collaborative new sculptures by New York-based philosopher, writer and artist Robert Gero and artist Michael Rees. "Interactions and Paradoxical Structures" presents pieces that are based on the architectural elements and floor plan of the gallery. The artists combine theoretical and practical systems of art making to create unique sculptural forms and site-specific environments. Using 3-D modeling software, they engage in a dynamic exchange of digital files creating a "ground of play" from which the resulting designs are selected and fabricated via 3-D printing (rapid prototype), CNC milling and handworking the sculptures.
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Entertain this fantasy for a moment: You cut your holiday to-do list way down―skip the shopping, cooking, gift wrapping, and 24-hour hostessing―and make a quick break for the beach instead. Have we piqued your interest? With the escape mentality in mind, we scanned coasts from the Caribbean to California for diversions with the highest irresistibility quotients. Choose one of these getaways and start a new holiday tradition basking in the sun or lounging by someone else's crackling hearth.
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We loved our Baltic cruise to Russia .
Yes Gail we are still married , if we didn't have architects and a builder we wouldnt have survived , ps how are you poor tired feet ..
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Our plan today is to rendezvous with Pam & Rob at 11.30 AM at their hotel before making our way back to the ship by for a 5.00 PM sail away.
The ship has berthed at a new terminal that is 2 miles further to the north of the usual cruise ship berthing (and city) whilst the hotel that Pam & Rob had booked to stay the night before, had emailed them that due to unforeseen circumstances they could not provide accommodation and had found them alternate accommodation 2 miles further south of it (and city)
Our planned 1 mile easy walk to meet them has turned into a 5 mile marathon. Nevertheless, we are fit and healthy, enjoy a nice brisk walk and have fuelled up with an extravagant breakfast. So with an hour plus time up our sleeves we set off.
"I thought this wind had abated" I mutter as we plough headlong across the wharves in our quest. Half a mile later (and clear of the docks) we look up the first long road we must travel before the streetscape will change from industrial to residential. Half an hour into what has become a trek, Gail is complaining her feet are hurting and we need to catch a cab. No problem with that other than I do not have any Danish Kroner, and it is still some way before the housing units appear to end and the shops begin. At last, we reach some shops, a railway station and a main road with other forms of transportation. The credit card goes into the ATM and I proceed to request some cash. I begin at 10,000 DK (may as well save on those ATM fees) but progressively request lower amounts as the amounts are denied and the waiting line behind becomes more agitated. I finally reach 1,000 DK (about $140) before giving up and starting back on that road to perdition.
"No, I am not going to ask that stranger for some money!"
"Unless you want me to steal a bike (and there are plenty just lying everywhere) your choice is to keep walking with me to another ATM or wait here and I will come back to collect you when I am in a cab."
We walk another 10 minutes (now just over an hour with only half the distance covered) and I spy another ATM. Surely, this one will work! The card is inserted and I request a modest 2,000 DK. The screen flashes "daily limit exceeded". "That's not possible" I exclaim as I try again with 1,000DK. The same message appears and I am starting to envisage someone living it up on the proceeds of my credit card. One last try and I key in 500 DK – about the lowest amount nominated on the screen. I hear a whir and a buzz. Then a purr and a splutter and out pops some paper akin to monopoly money. I snatch my card from the machine whilst the going is good and in a flash we are sitting comfortably in a Danish cab heading south for our rendezvous with just 3 minutes to spare.
The rest of the afternoon is spent predominately waiting outside various retail shops whilst the two sisters reacquaint themselves with each other and habits of long ago (2 months!)
Arriving back at the ship and completing the usual formalities we all settle down to what we hope will be a most enjoyable tour of the Baltic Sea and the ports of call that we have on offer.
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The genome nucleotide sequence has been determined of the bacterium GFAJ-1, which has been suggested to survive in high levels of arsenic and in fact incorporate arsenic into macromolecules. The sequence does not address the controversy over whether the bacterium can utilize arsenic. I suppose that it is so easy to sequence genomes now that it is worth doing an experiment with no benefit. Thoughts?
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Some content in this article is derived from information featured in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, and, as such, spoilers will be present.
- "When travelling by Floo powder it is important that you speak clearly, take care to get out at the right grate, keep your elbows tucked in, shut your eyes, don't fidget and don't panic."
- —Description[src]
Floo powder is a glittery powder used by witches and wizards to travel through the Floo Network. The Network connects most wizarding households and buildings. This powder was invented in the 13th century by Ignatia Wildsmith.
Floo powder was invented by Ignatia Wildsmith in the thirteenth century. Its manufacture is strictly controlled. The only licenced producer in Britain is Floo-Pow, a company whose Headquarters is in Diagon Alley, and who never answer their front door.[1]
No shortage of Floo powder has ever been reported, nor does anybody know anyone who makes it. Its price has remained constant for one hundred years: two Sickles a scoop. Every wizard household carries a stock of Floo powder, usually conveniently located in a box or vase on the mantelpiece.[1]
Although it can be said that Floo powder's main ingredient is Floo, the precise composition of Floo powder is a closely guarded secret. Those who have tried to 'make their own' have been universally unsuccessful. At least once a year, St Mungo's Hospital for Magical Maladies and Injuries reports what they call a 'Faux Floo' injury — in other words, somebody has thrown a homemade powder onto a fire and suffered the consequences. As irate Healer and St Mungo's spokeswizard, Rutherford Poke, said in 2010: "It's two Sickles a scoop, people, so stop being cheap, stop throwing powdered Runespoor fangs on the fire and stop blowing yourselves out of the chimney! If one more wizard comes in here with a burned backside, I swear I won't treat him. It's two Sickles a scoop!"[1]
The powder turns a fireplace's flames harmless and emerald green. It is tricky to use; one must toss a handful of powder into a fireplace connected to the Floo Network, walk into the flames, and state the desired destination loudly and clearly to ensure arrival in the proper location. Otherwise, one could end up at the wrong location which Harry Potter did in 1992.
Transportation by Floo powder is much quicker than by broomstick, but slower than Apparition. However, unlike Apparition, one does not require a licence to use Floo powder. It can also be used when one places only a part of their body into the flames, to partially transport themselves to another location for direct communication.
Molly Weasley kept her household stock of Floo powder in a flowerpot on her mantle.
Known instances of use
- 1992: The Weasley family when going to Diagon Alley to purchase their new school things. Harry Potter accidentally mispronounced "Diagon Alley" into "Diagonally" and ended up in Knockturn Alley instead.
- 1994: The Weasley family collects Harry from his home on Privet Drive to take him to the Quidditch World Cup.
- 1994: Amos Diggory contacts Molly Weasley through the fireplace at the Burrow. She also gives him a piece of toast before his departure.
- 1994: Sirius Black speaks with Harry through the fireplace in the Gryffindor Common Room.
- 1995: Twice, Sirius speaks with Harry, Ron, and Hermione through the fireplace in the Gryffindor Common Room. The second time, he is nearly caught by Dolores Umbridge.
- 1996: Harry uses the Floo Network to contact Sirius from Professor Umbridge's office fireplace.
- 1996: Dumbledore travels to the Ministry of Magic to save Harry from Voldemort.
- 1997: Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Ginny Weasley use the network to return to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry after Christmas holidays.
Behind the scenes
- In the novels, one must toss a handful of Floo powder onto the flames and when the fire turns green, one must speak the destination and enter the flames. However in the film adaptation of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, one stands in the fireplace recites the destination, drops the powder and the growing green flames swallow the traveller and they reappear at the aforementioned destination.
- This is changed however in the film adaptation of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix when Harry attempted to use Dolores Umbridge's fireplace to go and save Sirius Black.
- The appearance of Floo Powder when thrown into a fire is similar to Borax, which creates a yellow-green flame when burned.
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Inebriated to a point where there is a strong tendency to fool around with dangerous implements. Appears to be of nautical origin and somewhat archaic. In modern usage, is often preceded by the phrase "Hey guys, bet you can't do this!"
"Me matey was fair grapplehooked" (archaic) "That student gets grapplehooked way more often that I do." (current)
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Pequot Lakes Church to host pasty dinner Sept. 20
Grace United Methodist Church of Pequot Lakes will hold its 12th annual Fall All-You-Can-Eat Pasty dinner from 5-7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20.
Cost is $8 for adults, $4 for children ages 6-11 and free for children under age 6. There is special pricing for groups of four or more.
Iron-Range style pasties will be served piping hot from the oven, along with coleslaw, drink, dessert and a variety of toppings.
No reservations are necessary. Proceeds will benefit local church missions and programs.
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Zimbabwe journalists face criminal defamation charges
New York, July 1, 2011--Detectives today charged private weekly Standard Editor Nevanji Madanhire, reporter Patience Nyangove, and Human Resource Manager Loud Ramakgapola with criminal defamation. The three were arrested at the newspaper's offices in Harare Wednesday morning and later released, local journalists told CPJ.
Authorities arrested the three over a story Nyangove wrote on Sunday about the weekend detention of the minister of state in the prime minister's office, Jameson Timba, local journalists said.


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Self-Styled with Elliot: Parkas
With fall officially arriving this week, we check out the most stylish parkas to be seen in.
As fall sets in, one of the items I'm happy to see making an appearance on more mainstream racks is the cotton parka, a more fall-appropriate cousin of the heavy-duty winterized "snorkel" variant. It's basically a military-style jacket with a hood and big pockets — super utilitarian.
Parkas were popularized as menswear by Mods during the '60s.The idea behind the look was that you needed something durable and functional to help protect your suits from the elements when you were cruising around town. In keeping with this spirit, you should think of it as a casual coat that you needn't be too fussy about. It also goes great with dark blue jeans and a classic button-down shirt.
When trying it on, be sure you have a good amount of room in the chest and sleeves: you want enough space so you can rock a sweater or tweed blazer underneath once the temperature dips. Layers are your friends.
For a street-level take on the style, this collab between NYC retail kings Odin and Target is really well done for the price and can work with sneakers, a crew neck sweatshirt or whatever else you have lying around. Think Joy Division skater with some polish.
On the more upscale tip, look for something with clean, strong lines, like this olive joint from Swedish cool guys Our Legacy. It comes with a detachable wool lining and has just the right amount of rugged semi-baggy attitude.
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Elliot Aronow is a tv personality, editor and music and style hustler living in New York City. He is the host/producer/editor/publisher of OUR SHOW with Elliot Aronow and the Co-Founder of music site RCRD LBL. All of his hair and opinions are his own. Follow Elliot on Twitter @youngelz. Check out the rest of his Playboy.com Self-Styled columns HERE.


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A dashboard mounted camera has captured the dramatic moment a one-year-old girl was thrown from her parents' car and almost hit by an oncoming truck in Russia.
According to a report by Russia Today, the driver of the girl's SUV was overtaking on the icy Moscow-Ufa highway when it went into a spin while overtaking, before hitting an oncoming truck.
Unrestrained, the girl was thrown from the vehicle, along with many of the family's belongings, landing on the opposite lane.
Moments later another large truck narrowly avoids hitting the child, before her parents dash across the road to collect her.
The girl was hospitalised with a head injury, RT reported.
Police told RT that on the stretch of road where the incident occurred it is illegal to overtake.
The girl was not restrained in either a baby seat or regular seatbelt, instead she was asleep in the boot of the car.
The clip was uploaded to YouTube by user groshkin1983 on January 23.
Many Russian motorists opt to fix cameras to their vehicles for insurance purposes.
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BREAKING NEWS Sweden to propose expert panel on internet and human rights at the UN
WELLINGTON, New Zealand, Aug 28 (APC)
At the 18th session of the UN Human Rights Council next week, the Swedish government will propose a resolution to establish an expert panel to investigate the question of human rights on the internet. If established the panel will convene at the 19th session in March 2012.
"This is really fantastic news," said Joy Liddicoat, a lawyer and head of APC's Connect Your Rights! campaign. "We saw in the recent riots in England how some politicians were quick to suggest clamp-downs on BlackBerry phones and social networking sites. Fortunately the UK government has seen sense regarding this but at a time when the world political stage is being so changed by citizens using mobiles and the internet, the UN must be at the forefront of promoting human rights online as much as offline especially regarding freedom of expression and association."
Expert panels report to the President of the Council and can make findings and recommendations. "The Council will increasingly have to deal with internet-related cases in the future and it has the duty to ensure that there's a consistent approach to human rights and the internet across the UN," said Liddicoat. "So it's important that the panel's terms of reference should be drawn widely and enable multi-stakeholder input." APC will be seeking an opportunity to nominate diverse civil society representatives with the relevant expertise.
Building on the momentum from the annual report of Frank La Rue, the Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression and a statement in response on freedom of expression on the internet released on 10 June which was signed by 41 governments, the movement for a rights-based approach to internet policy is gaining global recognition.
"Many campaigns for internet freedom come across as efforts from the 'free North' or West to 'liberate' the South and East. This type of approach ignores the many progressive forces in the global south as well as assuming that freedoms can be taken for granted in the democracies of the rich world," said APC's executive director, Anriette Esterhuysen. "Sweden's Ministry of Foreign Affairs should be commended for their leadership in raising the profile of freedom of expression on the internet in a manner that actively takes into account developing country and civil society perspectives – and looks to the long term."
The Connect Your Rights! Campaign is supported by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida).
Joy Liddicoat, APC
Co-ordinator Internet Rights are Human Rights/Connect Your Rights!
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The Association for Progressive Communications (APC) is an international network and non-profit organisation founded in 1990 that wants everyone to have access to a free and open internet to improve lives and create a more just world. www.apc.org