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Letter to the Editor: Squaw/KSL fights back against locals
April 8, 2013
Substantial concern about and opposition to the proposed KSL expansion of the Village at Squaw Valley has come from the citizens from all over North Tahoe.
This, together with the absence of any overt public support for their project, appears to have driven KSL to mount a counter campaign.
First, they have hired a high-powered and well-credentialed person named Anthony Brunello of the Sacramento firm called California Strategies to aid their Squaw-based KSL agent, Chevis Hosea, in selling the proposed village concept to us. Next, they have created a hand-picked KSL-sponsored and -supported Community Advisory Committee, the members of which are not known at this time.
All this appears to be in response to the activities of the somewhat rag-tag group known as the Friends of Squaw Valley and their ally Sierra Watch (you know of them from their Martis Valley and Royal Gorge efforts environmental-preservation efforts).
KSL appears to ignore the fact that Squaw Valley already has two Placer-County-appointed committees made up of locals to advise the County on the valley's needs and desires: One is the Squaw Valley Municipal Advisory Committee (SVMAC), and the other is the Squaw Valley Design Review Committee (SVDRC) which was established as part of the 1983 Squaw Valley Master Plan and has the responsibility of reviewing and advising on all commercial development in the valley and any along Squaw Valley Road.
Better get ready for a PR blitz from the KSL organization. And hey: This has to do with the village expansion, not the good things being done by Squaw/Alpine Ski Holdings on the mountains.
Dave Brew
Olympic Valley

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Active searching.
As my time in academia shortens, day after day, I am trying to get a head start by getting certifications and really focusing my attention to security and the technologies around it. Besides this, I understand experience is important. I know how hard it is to break into security so I am going "active" in finding an internship.
I was searching on Dice, Monster, Careerbuilder, etc. and I see a lot of posts for security professionals. Now it ranges from Management, to analyst, to engineer. Any of these are ok with me, as long as I get my foot in the door. I want to know if you think it's ok that I contact the Hiring Manager about an internship. None of these job advertisements are directed towards an internship, but a lot of them read, "As a Sr. Security Engineer/Analyst/etc., You will join our security team and help secure...". "Security Team". Is it ok that I contact the Hiring Manager and say, "Hey, I read your ad and I am inquiring about a position as an intern or volunteer to your security team." list my credentials, etc.
Is this proper? Will Hiring Managers react negatively? "Oh I don't have time for this kid, what does he think he's doing, I need a Sr. Analyst now!" Mind you that somewhere in my inquiry I would be saying I'll intern for free or similar non-hassle job title.
Then my next question is, how do I go about doing it? Phone? E-Mail? Is it ok to call and ask if they are willing to take on an intern and then send my resume/cover/etc?
If any of you have hired security professionals/interns before or any of you have just gone through what I have to get into the field they love, share with me some of your insight.
Thanks a lot for reading again, and sorry for the long posts.
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Spamming set to become illegal in the Netherlands and other legislative news…
Spamming is about to become illegal in The Netherlands, after the upper house of the Dutch parliament approved changes to telecoms legislation late last month. However, the legislation – which is likely to become law in May or June – only covers spam sent to individual users; spam sent to businesses is unaffected.
Under the new law unsolicited commercial email may not lawfully be sent to consumers unless they have opted in to receive messages. The Dutch Minister of Economic Affairs, Laurens Jan Brinkhorst, has answered critics concerned about the lack of protection afforded to businesses, by promising to undertake 'initiatives' to ensure that anti-spam protection is extended to the business community.
In other legislative news, the Federal Spam Act 2003 took effect in Australia on 11 April. Companies found to be in breach of the legislation will be fined up to AU$220,000 per day or AU$1.1 million for repeat offences. The Australian Computer Society has released a five-step guide for businesses to make sure they are compliant with the new legislation.


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Actually, no.
Still no rebuttal. I guess you just know you are wrong.
You may think it's cute to just spew nonsense then pretend it's real, but it really just makes you subtracts from the good points you do make.
I certainly wish you'd take talking about the Hornets a little more seriously and take a few opportunities to learn about the team rather than just hold to ideas that are outdated or unsupported.
You know how ironic it is that you keep bringing up ad hominem???
I made my point, you made it personal. But of course, you don't see it that way. I'll let the court of public opinion make the final verdict (you can campaign if it makes you feel better). It was fun forcing you into a 100-page meltdown last time, but I'm sure it will be more tiring the second time.
With that said, I bid you sir a fond adieu.
Rivers has a good deal to learn about how to be an NBA player, on and off the court.
I think Monty wants Austin near him so he can get all the other kinds of coaching that line outside the X's and O's
This is fatherly concern speaking. Monty Williams, the close family friend who has known Austin since he was 3 years old, when Williams and Doc were San Antonio teammates, has a similar coaching worry. What strikes the Hornets coach is the surprising difference between father and son. "His dad has played more golf than I thought humanly possible," said Williams. "Austin does nothing else but basketball. I'm trying to get him to pick something up." So Williams has taken Austin fishing. Maybe the rookie can learn that it's OK to downshift occasionally.
. I'm going to trust Monty on this one. Not everything is going to work out. I'm not going take trust away until I see a pattern develop. At that point, of course, it's `too late', but I'm ok with that.
He needs to at least be above .500 next season, IMO
what do y'all think about Chandler Parsons?
I like him, but I think houston wouldn't give him up. they're trying to build a core team to improve also and chandler parsons is a building block imo.
He's not particularly strong in any aspect, but a solid gut on a good contract, if young.
How'd you propose to get him?
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Millions of anguished conversations about the murder of so many small children at a Connecticut elementary school have produced new resolve to do something. This new commitment to at least talk about gun restriction is heartening. Nevertheless, those, such as myself, who have watched previous waves of horror sweep in, and then recede in the wake of other gun-murder outrages, know we need a broad and resilient coalition against gun violence.
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Antonia Juhasz: BP Funnels Millions into Lobbying to Influence Regulation and Re-Brand Image
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
We speak with Antonia Juhasz, author of The Tyranny of Oil: The World's Most Powerful Industry – and What We Must Do To Stop It. "The entire oil industry, will continue to use its vast wealth – unequaled by any global industry – to escape regulation, restriction, oversight and enforcement," Juhasz writes. "BP, now the source of the last two great deadly US oil industry explosions, has shown us that this simply cannot be permitted."


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Release: Summer 2001
Developer: Click Entertainment
Format: PC
Product Overview:
Japanese mythology and fast-paced action make Throne of Darkness a must-have
title for action-oriented RPG fans. Ben Haas and Doron Gartner, founders
of Click Entertainment and Diablo team alumni, have taken action-oriented
role-playing to a new level, invigorating the genre with a new visual
style, groundbreaking multiplayer capability, and advanced martial tactics.
Guide your seven unique samurai as they seek to overthrow the evil
that has overtaken the kingdom and avenge their slain Daimyo. From the
gates of the clan citadel to the spire of the Dark Warlord's castle,
you'll face more than 30 varieties of fantastic creatures from Japanese
myth, including legions of undead warriors, fearsome demons, and giant
dragons - all animated in breathtaking 16-bit color. Ten unique levels
and dozens of side quests combine to create a truly original combat
Throne of Darkness introduces an innovative multi-character control
interface that allows for the simultaneous command of up to four characters
through a series of tactical "plays," or formations. Each play is designed
to combine the unique strengths of each samurai - such as the ranged
attacks of the archer and the two-sword technique of the berserker -
into a distinct tactical advantage. Play calling allows for a high level
of control and coordination between the player and computer-controlled
samurai never before seen in the genre.
In Throne of Darkness' multiplayer mode, up to 35 simultaneous players
vie for the mantle of Dark Warlord in a king-of-the-hill style competition.
Through competition and cooperation, four clans of seven samurai challenge
the Dark Warlord, his seven lieutenants, and his countless minions,
all of which can be controlled by a human player. Once the Dark Warlord
is defeated, the conquering team becomes the new warlord.


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Kamalame Cay, The Bahamas
This private island is just a 15-minute flight from Nassau and offers an isolated sanctuary surrounded by crystal-clear water and shaded with rustling palms.
Stay: At Kamalame Cay Resort, you'll get as much (or as little) attention as you want from the staff. Grab a cocktail and stroll across the sandy path to the dock to catch a stunning sunset; 800-790-7971.
Eat: At the resort's Great House restuarant. Begin the day with a made-to-order breakfast with local fruits and freshly made Bahamian breads. Situated in a wraparound veranda, you'll enjoy gourmet cuisine in an elegant atmosphere.
Do: Discover the beauty of underwater life with a scuba expedition at the island's PADI rated Dive Centre. The centre offers all levels of certification for non-divers, snorkelers, and children. Diverse marine life and 100-foot visibility promises an unforgettable adventure.


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When your are anally fucking a whore in the ass while wearing rubber, you then shoot your load into the rubber then remove your shaft from the rubber leaving the rubber still hanging out of her ass much like the procedure of plugging a tire.
I gave that skank a tire plug last night!!!!
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How to Be the Ultimate Gentleman: Beer, Coach & the Sopranos

What beer you need, what bag you must have & what food you should be eating in this week's Ultimate Gentleman.

Photo Courtesy of Flickr.
If you're caught with one of these confections you'll be the talk of the office, your street and, in some cases, the town. Dominique Ansel Bakery in New York City is the latest bakery to have fallen into the foodie spotlight with their half-croissant, half-doughnut pastry, the Cronut. Although the bakery opens at eight, a line starts to form down the street at around six A.M. They only make 250 a day, and people are willing to wait hours in line to get their allotted two. Some are even hiring people on Craigslist to wait in line for them at a fee of $70 for two cronuts. So the question is will you be seen in line, or will you be seen doling out a hefty price for one of these?
Backpacks are becoming permissible to wear again outside of the eighth grade, and we're all for it. While our beautiful pinup queen Mosh posed with Bexar Goods backpacks late last year, our eyes and hearts have been set on the Bleecker Leather Backpack by Coach. "Equal parts rugged and refined," this backpack is perfect for the modern businessman who needs to be connected via tablet or laptop at all times and doesn't want to succumb to lugging around a subpar bag. You can grab the bag online for about $700 on the Coach website.
Few characters have better embodied the moral complexities of being a man in modern times than Tony Soprano. Part parent ("When you're married, you'll understand the importance of fresh produce"), part patriarch ("You don't shit where you eat. And you really don't shit where I eat"), James Gandolfini's legacy as the Don of New Jersey requires watching (and re-watching), the Catcher in the Rye for in the 21st Century. Pick up the complete six season series for $280 on HBO.com.
Don't let the ad fool you. The Urchin isn't some kind of new-wave sex toy; it's a water-resistant, shockproof Bluetooth speaker made by Boom. Whether you're singing Miley Cyrus in the shower, taking business calls from the kitchen or biking down to the beach, you can bring the Urchin along. We're amazed by the quality of the sound that this speaker can dole out; we've even heard of some people using it instead of their car stereo! The Urchin has an interchangeable skin (choose from three colors) and a battery life of about eight hours. If you're looking for an affordable ($150) high-quality Bluetooth speaker this summer, this is the one you need.
There are a few times you've probably sighed after taking a swig of cold beer, and "Sweet Baby Jesus" may have been one of them. DuClaw Brewing are no strangers to unusual beer names (their staple blonde is fittingly titled "Bare Ass Blonde Ale") and their porter, the aforementioned Sweet Baby Jesus Beer, is a chocolate peanut butter creation we never thought we needed in our lives until it hit our lips. Unlike other novelty beers, this rich, creamy stout really does taste like chocolate peanut butter and packs a nice alcoholic punch of 6.5 percent. If you're ever around Maryland, drop by for a pint!


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Contact EPA Pacific Southwest Air Program
Pacific Southwest, Region 9
Serving: Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Pacific Islands, Tribal Nations
Assessing Outdoor Air Near Schools
October 2011
Data Available for three Southern California Schools | Datos disponibles para la escuela
- Felton Elementary (Lennox)
- Bright Kids Montessori Academy (Formerly Santa Anita Christian Academy) (El Monte)
- Soto Street Elementary School (LA)
October 2011
August 2009
- Data Available for Stevens Creek Elementary School
- Monitoring to begin at Southern California schools this week
National Information
Regional Links
En Español
- Hoja Informativa Escuela Felton Elementary
- Hoja Informativa Escuela Bright Kids Montessori Academy (Antiguamente Santa Anita Christian Academy)
- Hoja Informativa Escuela Soto Street Elementary
- Hoja Informativa Escuela Stevens Creek
On this page:
- What is EPA's School Air Toxics Monitoring Initiative?
- How Many Schools Will Be Monitored Under This Initiative?
- How Did EPA Decide Which Schools To Monitor?
- Which Schools Will EPA Be Monitoring in Region 9?
- Why Isn't My School On the List of Schools for Monitoring?
- What Can Schools Do to Improve Air Quality?
- Other Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- For More Information
- National Press Release
- Regional Press Release
What is EPA's School Air Toxics Monitoring Initiative?
As part of a new air toxics monitoring initiative, EPA, state and local air pollution control agencies will monitor the outdoor air around schools for pollutants known as toxic air pollutants, or air toxics. The Clean Air Act includes a list of 187 of these pollutants. Air toxics are of potential concern because exposure to high levels of these pollutants over many decades could result in long-term health effects.
EPA selected schools after evaluating a number of factors including results from an EPA computer modeling analysis, the mix of pollution sources near the schools, results from an analysis conducted for a recent newspaper series on air toxics at schools, and information from state and local air pollution agencies.
EPA, and our state, local and tribal air pollution control partners are:
- collect samples of outdoor air near selected schools over 60 days,
- analyze those samples for air toxics of potential concern,
- report on levels of air toxics found and their potential for long-term health impacts,
- evaluate actions that may be needed to reduce levels of pollutants of concern, and
- take action as needed to ensure that nearby industries are in compliance with clean air regulations.
This web site provides information on this initiative in EPA's Pacific Southwest Region (Region 9). For additional information, please visit the national Web site.
How Many Schools Will Be Monitored Under This Initiative?
The initial monitoring will take place at 62 schools in 22 states. If your school is not on the initial list of schools to be monitored, it does not mean it might not be monitored in the future. We will use what we learn from the initial round of monitoring to help us determine whether we may need to conduct additional monitoring.
How Did EPA Decide Which Schools To Monitor?
EPA identified schools for monitoring based on the best data available to us about air pollution in the vicinity of the school, information about wind direction and speed, results of a computer modeling analysis, results from a recent newspaper analysis, and information from state and local air agencies.
Which Schools Will EPA Be Monitoring in Region 9?
EPA Region 9, in partnership with the Bay Area Air Quality Management District and the South Coast Air Quality Management District , will initially be monitoring at the following school locations. Please click on the school name for information regarding the monitoring efforts at each school, and on the name of the pollutant(s) for additional information.
|School Name
|Pollutant(s) to be monitored*
|Felton Elementary School
|Metals in TSP, PAH, VOC
|Bright Kids Montessori Academy (Formerly Santa Anita Christian Academy)
|El Monte
|Metals in TSP, PAH, VOCs
|Soto Street Elementary School
|Los Angeles
|Metals in TSP, PAH, VOCs
|Stevens Creek Elementary School
For information on all schools being monitored nationwide, please refer to the Assessing Outdoor Air Near Schools Web site.
Why Isn't My School On the List of Schools for Monitoring?
EPA is going to start by monitoring at 62 priority schools in 22 states near large industrial facilitates and in some urban areas. If your school is not on the initial list of schools to be monitored, it does not mean it might not be monitored in the future. We will use what we learn from the initial round of monitoring to help us determine whether we may need to conduct additional monitoring
EPA Region 9 received a significant number of inquiries about monitoring schools in West Berkeley and Bayview/Hunters Point in San Francisco. EPA has prepared responses to these inquiries, which can be viewed below:
- Letter to West Berkeley Residents (PDF) (2 pp, 24K)
- Letter to Bayview-Hunters Point Residents (PDF) (2 pp, 23K)
What Can Schools Do to Improve Air Quality?
The air children breathe impacts their health. People exposed to toxic air pollutants at sufficient concentrations and durations may have an increased chance of health problems including damage to the immune system, and neurological, developmental, respiratory and other health problems including cancer. In some cases, children may be more vulnerable to these health effects than adults because:
- their bodies are still developing; and
- their behavior can expose them to more chemicals.
Learn more about children's health issues
In addition to assessing outdoor air near schools, EPA has several existing programs that take action to help make the air in and around schools safer for children to breathe:
Indoor levels of air pollutants can be two to five times higher than outdoor levels. Sources of poor indoor air quality in schools range from inadequate ventilation systems to fumes from pesticides and cleaning agents. More than half of the nation's schools are implementing indoor air quality management programs, most of which are based on EPA's Tools for Schools Program, which helps schools identify, resolve and prevent indoor air quality problems using low- and no-cost measures.
EPA launched the Clean School Bus USA Program in 2003 to address the condition of America's aging school bus fleet and the health effects that result from exposure to diesel exhaust emitted by idling school buses. EPA has provided grants to many school districts to fund the replacement of old school buses with new buses that use cleaner fuels.
EPA's Healthy School Environments web site is a "one-stop shop" for resources and information on topics related to environmental health and safety in schools.
EPA is also taking action to be sure that levels of lead, ozone, and fine particle pollution in the air protect children's health. Learn more about each:
Other Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
For More Information
If you have questions or need additional information about the School Air Toxics Monitoring Initiative in Region 9, you can email@example.com, or call Michael Bandrowski, Chief of the Air Toxics, Radiation, and Indoor Air Office at EPA, Region 9, at (415) 947-4194.


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Used successfully for more than a century in storm sewer and culvert applications, corrugatedsteel pipe (CSP) has undergone a renaissance of sorts over the last 50 years, resulting in better materials with a longer service life in challenging environments. Here's an overview of ways to choose the appropriate CSP products using an estimated material service life for various environmental ranges. When estimating the average invert service life, engineers and designers should also refer to the National Corrugated Steel Pipe Association's (NCSPA) CSP Selection and Service Life Guide or the Durability chapter of the Corrugated Steel Pipe Design Manual.
Environmental Considerations
When determining which CSP product is bestsuited for an installation, first determine the site's water-side environmental conditions for pH and resistivity. Normal environmental conditions have a pH range of 5.8 to 8 with a resistivity of R > 2,000 ohm-cm (ohms centimeter); mildly corrosive conditions have a pH range of 5 to 5.8 with a resistivity 1,500 . R . 2,000 ohm-cm; and corrosive conditions have a pH < 5 and a resistivity of R < 1,500 ohm-cm.
The presence of soluble salts must be considered as well. Soft water has a significant affect on galvanized coatings but does not affect the longevity of aluminized type 2 or polymer-coated CSP. Natural water contains calcium carbonate (Ca-CO3) in varying concentrations. Hard water has an excess of this dissolved salt, which is deposited on the pipe wall in the form of scale, serving to protect the underlying coating and extend the pipe's service life. When the calcium carbonate concentration in the effluent drops to less than 50 parts per million (ppm), the water is considered soft. At this concentration level there is no excess CaCO3 to deposit on the galvanized pipe, which prevents buildup of the protective scale layer.
There is a correlation between water softness and resistivity. A high resistivity level indicates a lower calcium carbonate concentration. Therefore, if a site has a resistivity = 10,000 ohm-cm, this could indicate that soft water is present. The design engineer should then consider using aluminum- coated type 2 or polymer-coated corrugated steel pipe.
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) established a classification system of abrasion levels based on flow velocity and bed load.
A study conducted by Corrpro Companies in 2002 found that soil-side durability often is not the limiting factor in designing CSP systems. Results indicated that 80% of plain galvanized installations have a soil-side service life in excess of 100 years and that nearly all have a soil-side service life in excess of 75 years.
The study also found that soil moisture contents below 17.5% did not exhibit any accelerated corrosion. Under most circumstances, corrosion rates are directly related to soil moisture content. However, for galvanized steel pipe, the soil moisture content primarily affects the activity of any chloride ions present and the chloride's acceleration of the corrosion. When the soil moisture content was below 17.5%, the chloride ion concentration did not significantly affect the corrosion rate of the zinc coating.
All corrugated steel pipes have a metallic coating for corrosion protection. When the coating selected does not provide the required service life or is outside the appropriate environmental conditions, an alternate coating system can be selected. Often the required service life can also be achieved by increasing the sheet thickness; this alternative should be weighed against the cost of supplemental coatings.
Service Life
Zinc-coated (galvanized) steel (AASHTO M36, ASTM A929) is produced with a coating weight of 610 grams per square meter (g/m2; 2 ounces/square foot) of surface (total both sides) to provide zinc coating thickness of 43 micrometers (?m; 0.0017 inch) on each surface. Zinc's excellent corrosion resistance is achieved in two ways: through the galvanizing process and through cathodic protection. Galvanizing provides a barrier coating of zinc over the steel, while in cathodic protection the zinc acts as an anode, sacrificing to oxidation before the steel. High corrosion rates in strongly acidic and strongly alkaline solutions can be attributed to the absence of film on the metal surface; stable films are present on the surface when the corrosion rates are low.
The service life of zinc-coated galvanized steel is determined using the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) Chart for Estimating Average Invert life for Galvanized CSP (see chart). The service life of CSP can be reasonably predicted based on the environmental conditions discussed above. This chart is based on 16-gauge galvanized CSP with a 610 g/m2 coating and can be applied to other thicknesses with the appropriate factor.
The other options are aluminumcoated type 2, polymer-coated, and pipe with other coating materials. Polymer coating (AASHTO M245, ASTM A742) is a laminate film that is applied over protective metallic coatings and is typically galvanized. The 10/10 grade (10 mils thickness, each side) is the product used most often. Polymer coating provides excellent adhesion to the base steel and extended corrosion- and abrasion resistance. The service life recommendations are based on extensive lab and field tests. Although polymer-coated CSP has not been in use quite as long as the galvanized or aluminized coatings, polymer CSP installations still go back nearly 50 years.
Polymer-coated CSP has been found to perform with essentially no deterioration, despite installation in some extreme environments. NCSPA and the Dow Chemical Co. have conducted laboratory tests to provide additional data on the service life of polymer-coated CSP. Sites contained environmental conditions with resistivity as low as 100 ohm-cm and pH as low as 2.1.
Testing indicates that polymer-coated CSP can withstand abrasion Level 3 conditions, and since polymer is a barrier coating, it exhibits uniformly predictable durability performance within defined environmental ranges. These criteria and the defined ranges for polymer-coated pipe are shown in the chart.
Aluminum-coated type 2 (AASHTO M274, ASTM A929) is a pure aluminum coating (no more than 0.35% silicon). The aluminum-coated type 2 is the most widely used supplemental coating for CSP. Aluminum is a reactive metal, but it develops a passive aluminum oxide coating or film that protects it from corrosion in many environments. This film is quite stable in neutral and many acid solutions, but is attacked by alkalies with pH greater than 9.
From a corrosion standpoint, aluminum coating has an advantage over galvanized coating in lower pH and in softwater conditions due to the formation of the oxide film. The coatings are essentially equal under abrasion and in waters where the zinc oxide film forms rapidly. Over the past 50 years, aluminum-coated type 2 CSP has been installed at thousands of sites ? many of which continue to be monitored for performance.
Additional service life can be gained by increasing the thickness of the base steel in accordance with the factors shown in the Chart for Estimating Average Invert Service Life, or with the use of additional coating systems. These coatings offer advantages over metallic coatings in the form of increased abrasion resistance, wider environmental ranges, and longer service life. Inherent in these coatings is less variability in performance, which is why specific add on service life values are recommended under various abrasion levels.
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Business Building, UTSA 1604 Campus
UTSA adds construction science master's
By Wendy Frost
Director of Communications, College of Business
(Aug. 27, 2008)--A new master of science degree in construction science and management has been approved in the UTSA College of Business. Prospective students can apply now to enter the program in spring 2009.
Today's headlines
- La Prensa Foundation is newest member of UTSA Lone Star Society
- UTSA alumna Jordan Kaufmann wins $50K for new stent-graft start-up
- UTSA begins new way-finding sign installation this summer at Main Campus
- USA Today: UTSA long jumper Tyler Williamson rescues three-year-old boy
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The 33-hour degree program is a collaborative effort between the College of Business and the College of Architecture at UTSA. The program will focus on the managerial aspects of the real estate finance and development industry and will complement the technical side of the undergraduate construction science program offered through architecture. Offered in a flexible format to accommodate individuals who are working, the new degree program is one of only five graduate construction science programs in Texas housed in a business school.
Coursework will cover such topics as advanced construction management, real estate finance, real estate investment, real estate development, modeling of financial decision making, international practice and construction practice in a global setting.
In collaboration with the San Antonio real estate community, students in the program have the opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience in conjunction with their academic preparation through guest lectures, internships, mentorships and participation in industry activities year-round. The program is advised by a founders council and an advisory board of industry representatives who will work directly with the college to enrich the program.
The College of Business also offers a bachelor's degree in real estate finance and development, an M.B.A. concentration in real estate finance and a master's degree in finance with a real estate finance concentration.
The real estate development, home building and construction industry employs more than 131,000 in San Antonio. It has an economic impact of $19.4 billion each year, second only to the health care industry as an economic generator. Statewide, more than 784,000 are employed in the industry.


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Sullivan County Sheriff requesting 17 percent pay raise for employees
SULLIVAN COUNTY, Tenn. - The wheels are turning for another funding request from the Sullivan County Sheriff's Department.
Sheriff Wayne Anderson told News 5 he is formally requesting a 17 percent pay raise for his employees just days after a judge grants them a two percent pay raise, ending the sheriff's lawsuit against the county.
News 5 looked into why this is needed and what could mean for taxpayers footing the bill.
The call of duty comes too cheap if you ask Sullivan County Sheriff Wayne Anderson. "They are overworked, overstressed, and underpaid. It's really sad," said Sheriff Anderson.
He told News 5 a two percent pay raise isn't enough. "We had a law enforcement expert to look at Kingsport and look at Bristol and the surrounding area, and he said that we were 17 percent below our counterparts," the sheriff explained.
We found out the sheriff is in the process of requesting a 17 percent salary increase for all of his 270 employees. The paperwork is expected to be filed by Tuesday. "It would run roughly about $2 million," Sheriff Anderson said.
For those 80 employees the sheriff has already requested in his current proposal, he wants their pay 17 percent higher, as well.
That cost has yet to be figured as of Monday afternoon, but we're told, it's a mission to raise the bar on public safety. "The biggest problem we have is trying to attract people with degrees or what have you that are qualified to be a good deputy," said Sheriff Anderson.
We asked Eddie Williams, who heads the budget committee, what this means when it's time to crunch the numbers. "Sizeable increases will have to be dealt with individually. I'm sure as anything like that would necessitate a tax increase," said Williams.
With the sheriff's request heading over $8 million dollars, it could all add up. "Each request of $340,000 takes one penny added to the tax rate," Williams explained.
We did the math and discovered that's like adding an extra quarter come tax time.
That's something residents we talked to aren't ready to fork out unless it's 100 percent necessary. "I'm already paying taxes, enough all I can stand," said David Smalling, a Bluff City resident.
"If it's needed and they can show a need for it; alright," said George Mallard, who lives in Blountville.
Sheriff Anderson said he won't stop asking the commission for what he feels is needed to keep the county safe; not this year, or any year after. "If they [the county commission] will work with us, we'll work something out, but if not, then I'll have to do what I have to do," said Sheriff Anderson.
Another fact we found out -- the sheriff told us during litigation, he had a list of former deputies willing to testify that they had to leave the sheriff's office to make more money elsewhere.
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Oh, goodness, I find the headline of this thread ridiculous and off-putting. You can have a debate about the results, but shouldn't it be something along the lines of, "Who do you think deserved to win the ladies competition at Skate Canada?" Instead, the headline assumes that something so egregiously wrong happened that the debate it wants to start is not whether the result that happened was wrong or right, but whether it was so wrong that there needs to be an inquiry. Pfftt.


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CU-Boulders Wellness Program for staff and faculty will present a free public Wellness Wednesday talk on April 9 by noted cancer researcher and Distinguished Professor David Prescott of biology.
Prescott will discuss skin cancer in a mini medical school talk at noon in the Student Recreation Center conference rooms 3 and 4. Attendees are welcome to bring brown-bag lunches.
An internationally recognized expert in cell biology and cancer research, Prescott has received awards from faculty colleagues and students for his teaching in the molecular, cellular and developmental biology department. He was named Distinguished Professor of Biology in 1980.
Free skin cancer screenings will be on April 8 from noon to 4 p.m. and April 23 from 9 a.m. to noon in Wardenburg Health Center. For appointments call 492-8885.
The May 14 Wellness Wednesday event will feature the third annual Poker Walk from noon to 1 p.m. beginning and ending outside the Student Recreation Center. Staff and faculty will walk or run to five designated campus locations to pick up a playing card. Those drawing the best five-card poker hands will win a prize.
A 20- to 30-minute ongoing walking program called Walking for Your Health is held on Monday and Wednesday at 7:05 a.m. and 12:10 p.m. The campus program began in February and welcomes new participants at any time. The walkers meet in front of Balch Fieldhouse by the buffalo statue to walk outdoors or inside the fieldhouse during bad weather.
For information on Wellness Committee events call Betty Greene of Wardenburg Health Center 492-8885.


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Lambert depicted this view of rugged wooded country from the north side of the Grose Valley in the Blue Mountains, New South Wales. He painted the scene from high ground, including a wooded copse in the foreground sloping to hills in the distance. He created a harmonious balance of browns, pinks and purples, blues and greens, all within a close tonal range. He emphasised the pattern of the hills rising up from the valley, highlighting their undulating forms.
Responding directly to nature, Lambert depicted what was in front of him, but simplified the scene with an emphasis on the underlying sense of pattern and rhythmical structure. He captured the largeness of space and the hazy light of the area.
Lambert visited Leura in the Blue Mountains in April 1928 and again in November 1928, and would have painted this view directly in front of the motif. He demonstrated an interest in reducing a landscape to its
basic design.
Basil Burdett responded to this work when it was exhibited in Lambert's memorial exhibition and wrote in the Sydney Morning Herald on 24 September 1930 that Mountain landscape achieved 'a great effect in the faint glow over the distant hills', and suggested in Art in Australia , October–November 1930, that the painting was of great interest in its preservation of form and that 'as an object lesson in direct landscape painting, it was of first importance'.


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This article, entitled "Healthy Cookie Recipe," comes from Amanda Lanum, MomsEveryday correspondent from Topeka, KS.
You need sweet treats for your on-the-go family, but you don't want to load your little cookie monsters down with tons of sugar. Jessica Kellner from Mother Earth Living magazine offers a tasty alternative.
2 ripe bananas
1 c. rolled oats or quick oats
1/2 c. walnuts
1/2 c. raisins
1/4 t. salt
Mash the bananas, then add in the salt, oats, walnuts and raisins. Roll the mixture into balls and place on a cookie sheet.
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Smokin' On The Back Nine: Best Cigars For The Course
Everything you need to know about picking a good cigar to enjoy on the golf course.
What makes a good golfing cigar? While the ideal cigar is well-constructed and has good burn (so you don't have to re-light it), if you're planning on picking up a couple of cigars for your next round of golf, there are a few more things to consider. Cigars come in all different sizes, tastes, strengths and prices. To us, the perfect golfing cigar should be easy on the lungs, tongue and wallet.
Strength/Taste: A too-strong cigar can overwhelm, leaving you dizzy and buzzed. You've got beer for that, and it's not like you'll have a mind for the subtleties of an intense taste profile anyway. Go mild.
Size: The larger the cigar, the longer it will last. A typical Robusto (5") will take about an hour to smoke, while a Churchill (7") can last more than two. A full round of golf will have you on the course for a while, so we recommend something on the Churchill side. Plus, you'll have something to enjoy while your buddy 3-putts to save his 8.
Value: You want to strike a balance between quality and cost. No one wants a horrible cigar, but you don't want to feel like you just threw away a $20 bill if your cigar finds its way under the golf cart wheel. Your attention will be divided anyway, so there's no sense wasting a super-premium when all you want is a tasty smoke. Aim for $5.
To recap: Go mild, go big and go cheap (but not too cheap).


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Sept. 12, 2003
MARYVILLE, Tenn.
University of Tennessee junior Brooke Novak ran to a second-place finish and charted a school course record Friday evening as the Lady Vols finished third at the season-opening Tennessee/adidas Cross Country Invitational at Lambert Acres Golf Club. Cranking out a time of 17:39.20 on the hilly 5000-meter course, the Kaukauna, Wis., native posted the best 5K clocking by a UT woman at that venue since the team began competing on it in 1998. Sharon Dickie, who graduated last season, previously held the record at 17:41.65, which she produced at the 1998 Southeastern Conference Championships meet.
Novak's effort, however, wasn't enough to spur the Big Orange to victory, as No. 14 North Carolina State and No. 23 Wisconsin proved too strong for the home team at this point in the season. The perennial NCAA distance powers finished one-two with totals of 28 and 39 points, respectively, while unranked Tennessee took third with 60. N.C. State, which bunched its five scoring runners into first, fifth, sixth, seventh and ninth places, was led by individual champion Kristin Price, the fourth-place finisher at the 2001 NCAA meet. Her 17:15.68 effort rated as the fourth-fastest pace ever run on the 5K trail at Lambert Acres.
"Overall, it was a good start for us," second-year UT Head Coach J.J. Clark said. "We knew going in what we were up against, so in that respect I thought we ran very competitively. I look for us to make progress as a group as we continue to improve our fitness levels and packing."
Novak received scoring assistance from sophomores Carly Matthews (Winston-Salem, N.C.) and Megan Cauble (Knoxville, Tenn.) in 11th
and 12th, respectively, at 18:04.08 and 18:04.99, as well as junior Elizabeth McCalley (Knoxville, Tenn.) in 18th at 18:30.17 and senior
Jessica Southers (Ashland, Ky.) in 19th at 18:44.48. Other Lady Vol finishers included sophomore Mindy Sullivan (Lubbock, Texas) in
22nd at 18:58.54 and Rachel Zamata (Henderson, Tenn.) in 26th at 19:42.16.
"Brooke getting the school course record was obviously a plus," Clark said. "It is a great indicator of what she is capable of doing down the road. Carly definitely came in and made an impact in her first race as a Lady Vol, and Megan dropped about a minute-and-a-half off her time from a year ago at this meet, which is a really strong showing."
It should be noted that Clark opted to hold out seniors Christy Baird (Knoxville, Tenn.) and Lindsay Hyatt (Auburn, Calif.), sophomore Felicia Guliford (Gallup, N.M.) and redshirt freshman Katie Flaute (Dayton, Ohio) in favor of continued training. Guliford was an All-South Region performer as a rookie, Baird was a 20th-place SEC finisher in 2001 and Hyatt is a transfer from Stanford who contributed to both the cross country and track & field programs for the Cardinal the past three seasons before coming to UT to attend graduate school. With that quartet expected to make its debut, the Lady Volunteers return to action next Friday, as they travel to Tuscaloosa, Ala., to compete in the 5K Crimson Classic Invitational at Harry Pritchett Golf Course. Race time is 6 p.m. Eastern.
Tennessee Cross Country Invitational - 9/12/2003 College Division Lambert Acres Golf Course, Maryville TN Women 5k Run CC
1, Price, Kristin, North Caroli, 17:15.68. 2, Novak, Brooke, Tennessee, 17:39.20. 3, Lilienthal, Michelle, Wisconsin, 17:40.30. 4, Edmondson, Hilary, Wisconsin, 17:42.23. 5, Gunning, Renee, North Caroli, 17:43.32. 6, Hull, Lucinda, North Caroli, 17:48.73. 7, Lauber, Josianne, North Caroli, 17:48.84. 8, Guiney, Megan, Wisconsin, 17:56.84. 9, Coombs, Megan, North Caroli, 17:57.44. 10, Lane, Heidi, Wisconsin, 18:00.31. 11, Matthews, Carly, Tennessee, 18:04.08. 12, Cauble, Megan, Tennessee, 18:04.99. 13, Price, Kara, North Caroli, 18:07.72. 14, Blaisdell, Linsey, Wisconsin, 18:11.60. 15, Nelkie, Abigail, North Caroli, 18:15.20. 16, Arnold, Amy, North Caroli, 18:24.01. 17, Kolpin, Sarah, Wisconsin, 18:26.35. 18, McCalley, Elizabeth, Tennessee, 18:30.17. 19, Southers, Jessica, Tennessee, 18:44.48. 20, Wheeler, Ginger, North Caroli, 18:46.14. 21, Haynes, Ahavahla, Wisconsin, 18:46.80. 22, Sullivan, Mindy, Tennessee, 18:58.54. 23, Popple, Michelle, North Caroli, 19:04.72. 24, Patterson, Leslie, Wisconsin, 19:06.03. 25, Vadnais, Janelle, North Caroli, 19:23.55. 26, Zamata, Rachel, Tennessee, 19:42.16. --, Bennett, Kameisha, Tennessee, DNF. --, Gorham, Antoinette, Tennessee, DNF. --, Hull, Claudin, North Caroli, DNF. --, Olupona, Toyin, Tennessee, DNF.


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Click on grey boxes to view regional maps; click on park names to view park pages
This site is a guide to hiking California's old-growth redwoods and giant sequoias. It contains descriptions, photos, and maps of almost every trail that has a significant amount of old-growth redwoods and is open to the public. Many nearby trails without old growth are also covered.
This is the main page for the coast redwoods. There's another page for the giant sequoias of the Sierra Nevada.
In Big Basin, the Skyline-to-the-Sea Trail is closed just east of Berry Creek Falls due to a large landslide. However, the Sunset Trail is now open.
All of the Big Sur state parks are closed until mid-June 2017 due to mud flows. In addition, Highway One is closed just south of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park through September 2017. See the Caltrans Quickmap for the latest highway closure information.
In general, the further north you go, the better the redwoods. To really experience the redwoods I'd suggest visiting at least three parks:
Currently, the tallest tree in the world is the Hyperion Tree in Redwood National Park. The tree is not accessible by trail and its location is kept secret to prevent visitors from trampling the soil around the tree. The tree is on a hillside, not in the Tall Trees Grove.
California's redwood forests are famous for being home to the tallest living things on the planet, but there's much more to these extraordinary woodlands than the size of the trees. At their best, redwood forests are suffused with a sense of openness and serenity. Sun-dappled, elegantly fluted tree trunks shoot straight as an arrow into the sky, while below are burbling streams, spectacular fallen trunks, and a lush accumulation of ferns, sorrel, moss, and lichen. Many redwood trails are also a pleasure to walk because they're so well constructed: wide, smooth, and easy to walk, with a springy mud-resistant carpeting of needles, and bridges to span even minor obstacles. The forest is cool in the summer but rarely below freezing in the winter, and (except for Muir Woods) the parks are almost never crowded.
Foothill Trail, Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park
California has six major redwood parks, each with its own character. Prairie Creek, for example, is an aggressively lush and green coastal forest, while Jedidiah Smith is filled with light and is the most photogenic. Del Norte has a unique location on a prominent coastal bluff, while Redwoods National Park occupies a large and heavily-logged inland valley. Humboldt Redwoods is best known for its dark, dense, and flat lowlands, and Big Basin has the mixed-species woodlands typical of southern redwood forests. Of these six parks, Jedediah Smith and Prairie Creek clearly have the best-preserved ecosystems and most scenic hikes.
At least 15 other parks have small old-growth groves and should not be overlooked. Many of these parks are just as enjoyable as the big parks and, in addition to outstanding redwoods, offer a wide variety of other scenery, from the dramatic coastal bluffs of Big Sur to the rolling farmlands of the Anderson Valley.
Total area of and amount of old growth in some of California's redwood parks
Within each park, the largest trees are normally found in the flat bottoms of creek valleys, where the soil moisture is the highest. These alluvial flats host the spectacular, cathedral-like groves that redwoods are famous for. Most redwood parks are centered around an alluvial flat that originally inspired the creation of the park. These alluvial flats, which usually aren't very big to begin with, are often the site of highways and parking lots, making it difficult to appreciate their unique and serene character. The most striking example of this type of forest is the Bull Creek area in Humboldt Redwoods State Park.
Pfeiffer Falls Trail, Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
Uplands tend to have fewer big redwoods and more trees of other species. The difference is more pronounced in drier and hotter parks like Big Basin and Humboldt Redwoods. On the other hand, in Prairie Creek, Del Norte, and Jedidiah Smith parks, large redwoods can cover the hills right up to the ridgelines. Uplands can make great hiking because the hills make the trail more interesting. A great example of redwood uplands is the Miners' Ridge Trail in Prairie Creek State Park.
Redwood forests generally get more scenic as you go north. The northernmost parks tend to have the biggest trees and the lushest, healthiest appearance. The southern parks tend to be drier, have less greenery and more dead tanoak leaves on the ground, and often have a a dense layer of shrubs that obstructs views of the redwoods. On the other hand, the southern parks have better weather and there's more to do after the hike.
The tallest redwoods are found in Redwood National Park, Humboldt Redwoods, and Montgomery Woods, but their exact locations are not public knowledge. For the most up-to-date list of the world's tallest redwoods, see Michael Taylor's Landmark Trees website.
Park visitor count is from the National Park ServiceClimate data is from the Western Regional Climate Center
All the redwood parks can be visited year-round.
Most people visit in summer, which is understandable — it hardly ever rains, all the trails are open, and with the long days you can spend more time outdoors. And although the campgrounds fill up most summer weekends, none of the parks (except Muir Woods) ever get crowded, even on major holidays. However, keep in mind that the same fog that rolls in through the Golden Gate 300 miles to the south also keeps the North Coast parks cloudy and under 70 degrees for most of the summer.
Fall is also a good time to visit. The weather doesn't turn really rainy until mid-November and there are fewer visitors and fewer cloudy days than in summer. Although it's not quite New England, Humboldt County gets a little fall color as the maples turn yellow, usually from mid-October to mid-November.
For sheer scenic beauty, winter is the best time to visit the redwoods. If you're willing to take a chance on the weather, the payoff can be a truly special experience; all of my best visits to the redwoods have been in the winter. The rain washes the dust off the foliage, the woods are filled with the sound of rushing creeks, and when it's sunny, the light has a sweet, gentle quality because the sun is always low in the sky. When it's not sunny, the frequent mist, fog, and drizzle really enhance the scenery. And although the parks aren't really that busy in summer, there's a certain serenity that you can only get in winter when you have the park practically to yourself. However, even if it's not raining during your visit, trails and roads can sometimes be closed due to wind or water damage.
Spring is best known for rhododendron blooms. The rhododendrons don't all bloom at the same time; maybe I haven't been timing my visits right, but I've yet to see any trail with more than a few isolated trees in bloom. Trees in warmer locations, such as by the side of the road, seem to bloom a few weeks before the trees under the old-growth canopy. The blooms start in mid-May and can sometimes be seen in cooler locations like the Lady Bird Johnson Trail as late as early July.
Click on the links below to view the regional, park, and hike pages. Parks are listed from north to south. Each park and trail has been rated from one to five stars based on how enjoyable it is overall, with an emphasis on redwoods.
Key to table colors
Redwood sorrel in Rockefeller Grove, Humboldt Redwoods State Park
Trails are rated for scenery, not safety. The fact that a trail is discussed or shown on a map on this site does not imply that it is safe for all visitors, even under ideal conditions. Furthermore, trails may not be well-maintained and may have become impassable since the last time I walked them. Notices may not posted at the trailhead when this happens, so always ask about trail conditions at park headquarters before your trip.
Trails and some roads were mapped with a handheld global positioning system (GPS) receiver. Roads outside of park boundaries are mostly derived from county or USGS street data and are therefore more likely to be outdated or contain inaccuracies. Most other features are derived from GIS data and satellite imagery provided by the USGS and/or the USDA.
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Volume 23 - Article 12 | Pages 335-364
Contraceptive use and intent in Guatemala
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Guatemala is characterized by low contraceptive use rates and one
of the highest fertility rates in the Western Hemisphere. These
rates are particularly extreme for the poorest segment of the
population and for the indigenous population. The purpose of this research is to
enhance understanding of the modern contraceptive revolution in
Guatemala through identification of the segments of the Guatemalan
population at most need for contraceptive and family planning
services. Using the most recently available survey data, the 2002
Reproductive Health Survey data set (RHS), classification trees
will be used to determine the women with greatest need for
reproductive health services. The results highlight the persistent
marginalization of the poor and the indigenous and provide further
insight into the impact of education, place of residence and
couple characteristics on contraceptive use and intent.
Author's Affiliation
Kathryn Grace - University of Utah, United States of America
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Lou Stoppard invited pupils from London College of Fashion, Central Saint Martins and Royal College of Art, from disciplines including fashion design and journalism, to discuss the Alexander McQueen show live on 4 March 2014 at 19:30 GMT in a special student panel discussion. Students featured are Emma Hardstaff, Millie Cotton, Rauwanne Northcott, Rebecca Deakins, Elizabeth Waldmann and Elena Saraceni.
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C. Oregonians react to Supreme Court rulings
Supreme Court knocks down DOMA, allows same-sex marriage in Calif.
BEND, Ore. - Bend residents Lindsey Lombard and Gretchen Boutin have been waiting to get married for more than 30 years.
On Wednesday, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the Defense of Marriage Act and declined to rule on Proposition 8, allowing same sex-marriage to resume in California.
"It's always been kind of this dream, or this hope or goal, that you're always moving toward," Lombard said of same-sex marriage.
What Lombard and Boutin call a victory, others on the High Desert call a slap in the face for the very definition of marriage.
"Marriage is an institution that predates both the state and the church," explained Bishop Liam Cary of the Diocese of Baker, the Roman Catholic church's leadership division in Central and Eastern Oregon. "It's a natural institution, because that's the way the human race continues, is through the union of a man and a woman."
The court's ruling will not have an immediate affect on Oregon, even though Lombard and Boutin have a recognized domestic partnership here.
"We file two separate federal tax returns as singles," Lombard said.
Due to the overturning of the Defense of Marriage Act, now same-sex couples who are legally married in one state can receive federal benefits, no matter what state they live in.
But the ruling only applies to marriages -- civil unions and domestic partnerships are left out.
"The race isn't finished. For Oregonians, we haven't crossed the finish line," Boutin said.
And for her, a separate but equal type of union isn't really equal.
"The whole story isn't about benefits," Boutin said. "Marriage is about love and family and making a commitment."
Cary said marriage is also about history -- and what's right in the eyes of God.
"That Defense of Marriage Act is an interesting statistic, it's what, 15 years old?" Cary said. "When there's 2,000 years of widely (held views disapproving same-sex couples) way beyond the Catholic Church, way beyond the Christian church, that would have never endorsed such as thing."
But more and more Americans are endorsing gay marriage.
And for Boutin and Lombard, wedding bells might be right around the corner.
The pair could get married in another state, like Washington state or California. But to them it's important to get married in their home state, so they said they are waiting until Oregonians legalize same-sex marriage.
Backers of such a move are campaigning to get the issue back on the ballot in November 2014.


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Elegant and functional apartment located in a classic Eixample building, located close to Plaza Spain, a few minutes from the exhibition La Fira de Barcelona and 3 metro stops from the historic city center. The apartment equipment includes air conditioning, heating, WiFi and flat-screen TVs and necessary appliances to meet your needs.
The apartment has a separate living room and kitchen fully equipped with fridge, oven, microwave and everything you need to cook during your stay. It also has a spacious bathroom with tub, sink and toilet. The apartment is reviewed periodically, especially the dishes and utensils, so that everything is in perfect condition and nothing is missing.
Fira de Barcelona 2 has two beautiful bedrooms, the first with a double bed and the second with two single beds in bunk. Both rooms have closets so you can organize your belongings during your stay.
Nearby you will find supermarkets, bars, cafes, nightclubs, shopping centers and entertainment areas. In Espai Barcelona we have made a guide that will be delivered via email in which there is the best places to go near the apartment and also throughout Barcelona. In addition we give you tips for your visit to the city as pleasant as possible.
The apartment is very well connected to all parts of the city and surroundings. The nearest Metro stop is Rocafort (L1) and is 2 minutes away. In addition, it is also located very close to the Sants station, where trains operate to various parts of Catalonia, Spain and France.
House rulesSECURITY DEPOSIT
Less than 24 days 300€
More than 24 days 1200€
Parking is available at 5 minutes walk with agreed prices of € 12 / day or € 60 / week.
Tourist Tax: 2,48€ per person/night. Children under 17 are exempt.
Late check-in and check-out: 50 Euros after 20:00 hrs; 70 Euros after 24:00 hrs and before 08:00 hrs. To avoid unnecessary delays, you should call the contact person from the airport or when you are 20 miles away from the city by car, to confirm the exact time of check-in. At check-in you must submit photocopies of passports or photo ID of all adult occupants staying in the apartment. At check-in you must pay all amounts in cash (Deposit + Tourist Tax), in case you need to make a card payment you should request this prior to arrival.
This is strictly a NO SMOKING apartment. If you are travelling with a baby/ young child we can provide a baby cot/high chair. Please advise before you travel so we can confirm availability and price. We can offer Nespresso Coffee makers to our customers upon request and advance booking. If you have a car, please note that you cannot park on the street and you will need to use a public/garage car park, which can usually be quite expensive. No pets are permitted.
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Reviews of this property
Очень понравилось,уютная квартира)хорошее расположение)чистая,все работает,никаких подводных камней не оказалось))
En general la estancia fue buena. Excelente comunicación vía metro. El trato con propietario fue bueno. Como pegas diría 1) mala conexión WIFI en el apartamento, 2) el ruido del tráfico en en salón y habitación matrimonio - ventanas antiguas- y 3) la inflexibilidad a la hora de la llegada en cuanto al recargo a partir de las 20.00
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Very good location. Near place Espanya ans also Place Catalunya. The metro is on the front of the bulding. Kitchen full equiped. No Nose, no problem with neighbors. Verry clean appartment.
The Owner is verry nice and helpful.
Verry good for family with Childs.
Very nice apartment. Everything was in working order and clean.
Francisco & co were great hosts and the apartment was impeccable. Good location, good amenities around - including a big supermarket and mini mart full of essentials open daily until 2am - and the transport links were good. Would definitely stay again.
Spacious, well located and means of transport nearby, supermarket across.
Own accommodation, sheets changed and towels provided.
The bathrooms are tastefully renovated. For cons, the kitchen is little shabby provides kitchenware. No coffee pot, pots and pans had a little more than lived!
Last flat neighborhood more than noisy, sleepless night, the neighbor making the wolf!
We called the owner, who has arranged and everything is back to normal thereafter.
Finally, suitable apartment for a few days at lower cost to many.
Appartement spacieux, bien situé et moyens de transports à proximité, supermarché en face.
Logement propre, draps changés et serviettes fournies.
Les salles de bains sont rénovées avec goût. Par contre, la cuisine est délabrée peu fournit en ustensiles de cuisine. Pas de cafetière, les poêles et casseroles avaient un peu plus que vécues!
Dernier bémol voisinage plus que bruyant, une nuit blanche, le voisin faisant le loup!
Nous avons téléphoné au propriétaire qui a fait le nécessaire et tout est rentré dans l'ordre par la suite.
En conclusion, appartement convenable pour quelques jours à moindre coût à plusieurs.
Very nice apartment, good location and a friendly landlord.
Sehr schöne Wohnung, gute Lage und ein freundlicher Vermieter.
The apartment from francisco was very beautiful. Located directly at the main beach in Barceloneta (2min work). perfect! - only the supermarcet in this area are not so cheap as somewhere else but that was no problem-. 3mins work there is the metrostation and from ther u can drive where ever u want :)
Barcelonaaa see u again in june 2015 !!! :)
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Italy's Year at the Helm of the G8 Comes to an EndAs 2009 draws to a close, Italy's stint at the helm of the G8 group of countries has reached its conclusion. It has been a year packed with meetings and initiatives that culminated in the Summit in L'Aquila in July, when the heads of state and government leaders of the G8 countries met and debated with over 30 delegations, making for a total of 40 participants ranging from the G8 member countries themselves to the countries in the G5 group, the countries in the MEF (the Major Economies Forum), the member countries of the African Union, the international organisations and a host of other countries invited by the Italian Presidency. With the start of 2010 the presidency now passes to Canada, which will be organising meetings at the ministerial level and hosting the G8 Summit in the region of Muskoka, in Ontario, in the summer.
The Baton Passes to Canada: The Muskoka G8 2010 Gets Off the Ground
31/12/2009 Canada's tenure of the G8 presidency is about to begin: the 2010 Summit is due to be held in Muskoka, a spectacular region of central Ontario rich in lakes, picturesque towns and villages, and beautiful natural scenery. The symbol of the Canadian G8, a pine tree with windswept branches yet whose trunk is solidly rooted in the rock, perfectly embodies the spirit of the region.
All the Official Documents of the 2009 G8 Summit
31/12/2009 The official documents of the G8 Summit under Italian Presidency, which was held in L'Aquila from 8 to 10 July 2009, can be consulted in the pages of this website by clicking on "Summit Proceedings" under the "Summit" menu. The documents can be consulted and/or downloaded in Pdf format in the original English version and, where applicable, also in the Italian version.
A Year With the G8 Website: Over Half a Million Consolidated Visitors, and Millions of Hits
30/12/2009 More than 536,000 consolidated visitors, peaks running into millions of hits during the three days of the Summit in L'Aquila, over 180 news items published, 26 official documents explained and commented on, 48 HD photo galleries and 25 video galleries: these are but a few of the figures regarding our website in 2009, the year in which Italy has held the G8 duty presidency. The photo galleries and news items are the sections that have attracted the highest number of visitors.
G8: A Year With Italy at the Helm
30/12/2009 A year is drawing to a close that has been marked by intense hard work on numerous issues at the heart of the international debate such as combating the worldwide economic crisis, imparting a fresh boost to international trade, fighting climate change, promoting development in the world's poorer countries, guaranteeing food safety and security, ensuring access to water, health, the struggle against terrorism, and peace and cooperation amongst peoples and nations.


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Peter Bourne Wine Weekend
Hayman together with Gourmet Traveller WINE hosted a fantastic 'Wine & Dine Weekend' hosted by one of Australia's foremost wine educators, Peter Bourne aka 'The Wine Man'.
The weekend included a Three Island Pinot Masterclass in which Peter guided guests on a vinous voyage to discover the seductive delights of Pinot Noir from 3 Islands; Tasmania, Martinborough and Central Otago. Guests had their skills tested as they had to pick the regional differences in a blind taste off.
Following the Masterclass, a special hosting of The Chef's Table, Hayman's premier culinary experience, was held. The event included a spectacular 8-couse degustation menu which was prepared and presented by the Hayman Kitchen Brigade, and each course included a matching wine personally selected and introduced by Peter Bourne. Following the dinner, guests were treated to a tour of Hayman's famous kitchens, superb wine cellar and delectable chocolate room.
Official opening of the DVF Penthouse on Hayman
World-acclaimed fashion designer, Diane von Furstenberg, unveiled her stunning two-bedroom penthouse on Hayman, Saturday 27 October 2012.
Guests from media, fashion and business were invited to celebrate the official opening of the DVF Penthouse, which is elegantly styled with unique furnishings designed and crafted with Diane's spectacular signature fabrics.
The evening commenced with a stylish cocktail reception in the DVF Penthouse, where Diane announced the Penthouse to be officially open.
Lloyd Donaldson and Diane von Furstenberg
Peggy Yeoh, Seng Huang Lee and Diane von Furstenberg
Following the reception, there was a breathtaking 8-course degustation dinner in the Hayman rainforest. Diane and invited guests were treated to the famous Hayman Frozen Igloos (pictured below), and where the combination of food, location and enchanting setting created an impressive sensory feast.
To find out more about the DVF Penthouse, click here.
DVF on her way to Hayman
Iconic fashion designer, Diane von Furstenberg will arrive on Hayman this weekend to unveil her personally-designed Penthouse.
The stunning two-bedroom DVF Penthouse is styled with unique designer furniture and signature fabrics and accessories. Contemporary, light and fresh, the Penthouse features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, living room, dining area and secluded wrap balcony which offers spectacular views over Hayman Beach to the crystal waters of the Coral Sea.
The DVF Penthouse will accommodate up to four adults and is inclusive of Butler service, dining and other inclusions.
The DVF Penthouse will be unveiled on Saturday, 27 October 2012.
Ready… Set… Serve!
Looking to improve your game? We are proud to announce our new Tennis Escape. It doesn't matter if you are a beginner, the Hayman Tennis Escape is for everyone.
Set amid lush tropical gardens with views of the surrounding forested hills, Hayman Activities offers three all-weather artificial grass courts and one championship Plexicushion court – all lit for night play.
Don't miss out on a chance to improve that back swing and serve up your best whilst enjoying a well deserved break on Hayman! Are you up for the challenge? We'll see you at the courts!
Hayman is now on Instagram
If you'll allow us to put modesty aside for a few moments, we'd love to share the news that this private island of astonishing beauty and indulgence is now providing a feast for your eyes through Instagram.
Our new Instagram account (found at @HaymanGBR) is a virtual invitation to experience the island every day – no matter where in the world you may be. We'll be sharing our favourite moments as they happen, but we'd also love to see and share your memories too. If you have captured a beautiful moment on Hayman please be sure to tag your photograph with #Hayman or @HaymanGBR, and perhaps your picture will get featured on our profile.
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Aug 7, 2013 at 6:40 am #1306266
OK, so I have never seen a hiker box since most of the trails I am on aren't long trails and thus no thru-hikers and re-supplies. Sounds kind of fun and it gave me an idea along the PIF sharing. It also happens that I am in a 'purge' mood at the moment and there is plenty of items laying around that someone might get some use out of.
So here's the plan — I am going to put together a 'travelling hiker/PIF box' and ship it to another BPLer. They then get the excitement of checking out its contents and swapping some for other stuff out of their gear closet that they no longer want/use. Pack it up and send it to the next BPLer… Fun, right?
Some suggested guidelines (dare I say rules) —
1. The person receiving the box is welcome to pillage as much as they like as long as they put some of their unused stuff back in (good judgment on like value taken/replaced here would be appreciated).
2. Since shipping is involved, the person sending on to the next BPLer can suggest and pick a recipient based on how far they are willing to ship the box (or if they just want to focus it in a specific area). Hopefully, the goal is that it travels around pretty well.
3. If you are requesting to be a recipient, please keep the box moving as quickly as you are able.
4. As a recipient, please post what you 'found/claimed' out of the box so that everyone can enjoy your fortune. I think it will be also interesting to see what type of stuff interests different people.
5. Keep the mystery (i.e. don't spoil the surprise) by NOT listing the contents of the box that you haven't claimed.
I am in Ohio and since Ohioans typically will not locally experience a hiker box, I will send the first box to an Ohio BPLer.
Any takers? We'll use the first come, first served method unless Sender chooses otherwise for personal reasons.
Adding the reservation and tracking spreadsheet thanks to Jeff M. — Tracking SpreadsheetAug 7, 2013 at 6:52 am #2013221
Evan ChartierSpectator
This is a great idea! Once I am back at school I would love to participate, I have a few things that I could contribute.Aug 7, 2013 at 7:32 am #2013227
Adam RothermichBPL Member
@aroth87Locale: Missouri Ozarks
I'd liketo get in on this. I've got a few items I've been meaning to PIF but haven't taken the time to post them.
I seem to recall something like this a few years back, maybe it was over at TLB though. Regardless it sounds like a lot of fun!
AdamAug 7, 2013 at 7:46 am #2013231
Mark RiesSpectator
@mtmnmarkLocale: IOWAHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!
Iowan kinda rhymes with Ohioan could that count. I wanna play and we don't see hiker boxes here either.Aug 7, 2013 at 8:17 am #2013236
A little teaser – still waiting for an Ohioan, but I am sure it will make it around to Iowa and any one else interested (at least I hope so). Ready to ship…Aug 7, 2013 at 8:25 am #2013238
Lou ZBPL Member
@lugeeLocale: Southern California
I gotta dig through my closet but I am sure I will find gear to PIF. kind of reminds of geocaching.Aug 7, 2013 at 8:45 am #2013247
Actually, I remember hearing about something similar when I was more into geocaching some years back (2,000+ finds! – probably not much by standards now). Glad to see some excitement around here.Aug 7, 2013 at 8:45 am #2013248
I'm in. I've done a few PIFs on both ends, and it's a great way to try out some stuff for those of us who don't get to hang out at REI. I just finished up a major project at work and promised my son another hiking trip now. Be glad to pass it along. I'm south of you, and also miss out on some of the spectacular hikes out west, but I also don't worry about a bear eating me, so I suppose they're always trade offs…Aug 7, 2013 at 9:49 am #2013263
Nate BoyerBPL Member
I'm in.
Minneapolis, MN!Aug 7, 2013 at 9:55 am #2013269
Reggie GarrettBPL Member
@regarrettLocale: Lost in the mountains
Fantastic idea! Good for you for doing this.Aug 7, 2013 at 9:58 am #2013270
IanBPL Member
This is sounds like fun! Add me to the list please. I already have a few items to add.
I think it'd also be fun to add an interactive map where we can drop pins. I'm in eastern Washington.Aug 7, 2013 at 10:26 am #2013279
Gary RozancBPL Member
I'm in. I have quite a few things I can contribute as I just moved to Baltimore and unearthed quite a bit of unused gear.Aug 7, 2013 at 10:53 am #2013296
William RoddeyBPL Member
@draickinLocale: Southeast
I'm in.
I have quite a few things to add to the box.
I am in South Carolina.Aug 7, 2013 at 10:54 am #2013297
Adam RothermichBPL Member
@aroth87Locale: Missouri Ozarks
Guess I should add that I'm in Kansas.
AdamAug 7, 2013 at 11:51 am #2013311
Package is headed out today to Adam Littell. Adam – looks like you have plenty of BPLers to pick from for its next destination.
Can't wait to see how this progresses!Aug 7, 2013 at 12:21 pm #2013317
Reggie GarrettBPL Member
@regarrettLocale: Lost in the mountains
I have a few things to add. Still think this is a great idea.
In Arkansas, but do I ever miss Colorado.Aug 7, 2013 at 12:55 pm #2013325
Kevin SchneringerBPL Member
@slammerLocale: Oklahoma Flat Lands
"OOOOklahoma where the wind comes sweeping down the plains"
I have stuff just begging for a fun box ride.Aug 7, 2013 at 1:47 pm #2013338
Gregory AllenBPL Member
@gallen1119Locale: Golden, CO
I have some stuff to contribute. Put me on the list if the box desires to go west to Colorado.Aug 7, 2013 at 2:53 pm #2013359
I told Mark, it feels like Christmas! I'll hopefully remove some things, definitely add some things and send it on to Greg Rozanc in Baltimore, since it will save a little bit in shipping. After that I guess it's up to him. Greg, PM me your address and we'll keep it moving quickly!Aug 8, 2013 at 1:49 pm #2013667
Got the box today. Lots of neat things there, but in the "spirit of the box" I only grabbed the things I was most interested in. I got several things I was getting ready to order, like some small fire starters and mini bags. I also grabbed some large velcro straps, a pack towel and a very interesting pliers/knife carabiner. I've added a bunch of new things and I'll send it out tomorrow. Thanks for kicking this off, Mark.Aug 8, 2013 at 1:52 pm #2013668
TAG in AZBPL Member
@tagiamLocale: PHX
put me on the list for when the box makes it out west. I'm in Phoenix.Aug 8, 2013 at 1:59 pm #2013671
Chad BBPL Member
@cenazwalkerLocale: Southwest
You can add me to this list. In Arizona.Aug 8, 2013 at 3:07 pm #2013692
Mike ProhoroffMember
@mjprohoroff1Locale: Southern Oregon
Please add me to the list, I'm in Oregon, and have some things collecting dust.Aug 9, 2013 at 8:35 am #2013887
Tom HolbrookBPL Member
@zandarLocale: Central Coast of California
I am in…. would love to participate.
Z.Aug 9, 2013 at 4:52 pm #2014033
Rodney MrukBPL Member
@rodney-mLocale: Northeast Oregon
This is a fabulous idea. I'm in NE Oregon and have a whole bunch of things that I have been holding on to which others might like to have. So, I am in.
Now, if those east of the Mississippi do not want to share with us Westerners, maybe we need to start another box. I'll give it a couple of weeks and see how it goes. Otherwise, I'll start a second box if the interest continues to build.
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So, using an average of 12.4 ug/g of total pesticides in wax, that's about 110 ug of pesticide per wax coated frame. Wax foundation would contain 100s of ug of total pesticide per sheet.
So, at least we have a baseline showing that we can eliminate milligram quantities of pesticides from hives by going foundationless.
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Hi- I'm a new bee guardian and I'm trying to figure out what's happening with my hive. Maybe it's completely normal, but I feel like something is off.
Here's a little timeline for you...please let me know what you think.
May 4th: Swarm installed. Quickly started building comb.
May 10th: Hot day--one comb fell and I removed it the next morning. They had already begun to rebuild the comb. (now I have a little double comb on this bar--should I remove the extra comb?)
May 21st: I moved the hive about 30 miles. Move was uneventful and only lost a few bees.
May 30th: Up until this day, everything seemed to be going well. They built comb out on about half of the bars, good activity every day, bees coming back with pollen, etc. This day, however, something was wrong. My parents checked on the hive before I got home and said it was very windy and a large cluster of bees was on the backside of the hive. I went back to check on them later and I could tell something was wrong. There were bees that looked like they were wandering aimlessly around the outside of the hive. Some on the house nearby and many dead or dying on the ground. Everyday, I've noticed guard bees at the entrance, but today, no activity at the entrance and not a lot of buzzing.There was also a small cluster of bees on the underneath backside of the hive.
May 31: Lots of dead bees from the previous night. Still no guard bees, but more normal activity. I went into the hive to look for the queen. I started in the back and tried my best to differentiate the types of comb, but since I'm new, I don't exactly know what I'm looking at. The closer to the front I got, the more agitated the bees became. I had to close it up before I looked at the final 2-3 combs.
I went out of town for a few days and came back yesterday. There are a LOT of guards/bees at the entrance to the hive. They have continued to build new comb and there are lots of bees coming and going with pollen. I'm wondering....did I lose my queen? How would I confirm? What do I do now...? Or is this completely normal cycle of life? How often should I be going into the hive and how important is it that I know what different types of comb are being built?
I know that's a million questions, but I'm just trying to figure out if I need to intervene or if they will work this out. Thank you in advance.


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Size75 m²
Floor No.2
- Family/child friendly
- Air conditioning
- Washer/dryer
- Pets allowed
- Internet/WiFi
- Kitchen
- Balcony/terrace
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|Calle Mateos Gago, 41004 Sevilla, Spain
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In the same building there are several rental apartments and can accommodate large groups.
This particular apartment has two bedrooms and room for five people. It is perfectly equipped as a house with all amenities, has free internet.
It has a large terrace with stunning views of La Giralda.
Calle Mateos Gago is the main tourist street of Seville, next to La Giralda. It can find bars, restaurants and shops of all kinds. And since she can walk to all places visited in Seville. Is accessible by subway, bus and tram.
The airport bus leaves them just minutes from this house.
Its unique location allows you to experience the atmosphere of the city in all its fullness, they live in the neighborhood of Seville is quintessential Santa Cruz as
House rulesNo partys.
Smoking only allowed in the balcony.
|Weekly rate for up to 5 guests
|500 €
|Monthly rate for up to 5 guests
|1684 €
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Reviews of this property
Wonderful location right in the middle of the city. Second bedroom was very narrow for twin beds and a little claustrophobic. The front rooms opened out on to a busy street life and as a result could have benefited from better insulation from lively life
Only the sound element stops me from recommending what was a lovely place to stay
Nice apartment in the centre of the city. Because it is situated in a busy area with lots of bars it can be noisy at night (in the weekend). Maria was very helpful.
The apartment was like the photos and it was in a very central position, less than one minute by feet to the cathedral. The apartment was very very tidy and in the kitchen there was everything you need for cooking. The wifi was perfect.
We were in 5 and our stay were very good, but we think the aparment is better for only 4 people because the 5th bed is in the living room, but it isn't a big problem for short stay.
Very central location in the center therefore more noise (between the hangouts!)
Kitchen insufficient. We had booked for 5 people and were able to fetch a stretcher from the basement. Hostess not very involved.
Ligging zeer centraal in het centrum daardoor meer geluidsoverlast ( gelegen tussen de horeca gelegenheden!)
Keukeninrichting onvoldoende. Wij hadden voor 5 personen geboekt en konden zelf een stretcher uit de kelder gaan halen. Gastvrouw niet erg betrokken.
We stayed in this delightful apartment for four days in July. It was perfectly located with all necessary conveniences nearby. Our host was very accommodating and informative about the area. I will for sure be back for another stay. Thank you for a great stay!
Beautifully located in the center. Fine reception by Maria.
Prachtig gelegen in het centrum. Prima ontvangst door Maria.
Good welcome and available trust
Bon accueil et disponible
Bonne confiance
Perfect accommodation very good, no problem for the arrival, stay and departure
Logement parfait très bien situé, aucun problème pour l'arrivée, le séjour et le départ
All great
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Robert M. Hanson
Robert M. Hanson
Robert M. Hanson passed away Aug. 23, 2013, at Essentia Health in Brainerd.
Robert was born July 29, 1924, to Olaf and Adeline (Mathison) Hanson in Detroit Lakes, Minn. The family moved to Chokio, Minn. He was baptized June 12, 1938, at Artichoke Baptist Church in Correll, Minn. They farmed at Chokio until 1942, when they moved to Nisswa, Minn.
Upon graduation from Pequot Lakes High School in 1943, he entered the Army and served in the South Pacific, Papua New Guinea, Philippines and Japan where he was a master sergeant. During World War II he served in radar, as a supply sergeant and chaplain's assistant. He returned home in March 1946 as a reserve and was called back in 1950 to serve in the Korean War.
He married Betty Lou Kruger on Feb. 4, 1947. They had five children: David, Nancy, Bonnie, Gregory and Peggy. He attended Dunwoody Institute and worked as an electrician at St. Peter State Hospital and Cambridge State Hospital. In 1955, he became an electrical representative for the State Board of Electricity and worked out of Grand Rapids, Minn. From there he moved to Brainerd and was the power use advisor at Crow Wing Power Electric Cooperative for seven years.
He opened Bob Hanson Electric, Inc. in 1964 and was in business for more than 30 years. He was in the electrical field for 47 years.
Bob was a member of the American Legion Ben Krueger Post 49 in Pequot Lakes, belonged to the Gideons in Brainerd and had jail ministry for many years. He attended Christ Community Church in Nisswa.
He'll be sadly missed by family and friends.
He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Betty; children, David (Cathy) of Texas, Nancy (Paul) Schmidt of Jenkins, Bonnie (Bruce) Toftness of Brainerd and Peggy Thomsen of Nisswa; 17 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren; sister, Marion Alleva of Florida; brothers, Don of Ohio and Jim of Pine River.
He was preceded in death by a son, Gregory in 2002; parents; brother, Oliver, and wife Lee; sister, Ileane, and husband Marlin Swanson; and brother-in-law, Nicholas Alleva.
Services were held Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, at Christ Community Church of Nisswa.
Interment was at Evergreen Cemetery in Nisswa following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Christ Community Church of Nisswa.
Halvorson-Johnson Funeral and Cremation Care, Brainerd/Baxter, was in charge of arrangements.