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Publishing the genetic sequence of a transmissible influenza virus might be scary, but harder decisions are yet to come
Robert L. Dorit
As I write, a new controversy surrounding the publication of research on the influenza virus has erupted. This time the work involves the identification of a small number of mutations in the influenza genome that affect transmissibility. Two investigators—Yoshihiro Kawaoka, from the University of Tokyo and the University of Wisconsin, and Ron Fouchier of the Erasmus Medical Center in Rotterdam—independently obtained similar results. Their papers (one of which I have not yet seen) report the creation and characterization of a strain of avian influenza (H5N1) that, in carefully controlled laboratory settings, evolved to exhibit airborne transmissibility between mammalian hosts. The experiments used ferrets as the host species, at least partially because ferrets show symptoms similar to those exhibited by humans after contracting the flu. When they get the flu, ferrets get runny noses, spike fevers, cough and, we have to assume, feel lousy. The starting point of the Imai et al. experiment was a deliberately created H5N1 strain. Influenza viruses are classified based on their two principal surface proteins: hemagglutinin (HA) and neuraminidase (NA). These two proteins define the outer appearance of the virus, and mediate the virus's interaction with the host's cells and its encounters with the host immune system. The H5 class HA of the starting strain meant that it was particularly effective at targeting surface receptors on the cells of birds, but comparatively inefficient at sneaking into human cells with their characteristic mammalian cell surface receptors. Taking advantage of the fragmented nature of the viral genome (more about this below), the investigators created a deliberately weakened laboratory strain of human influenza capable of expressing the H5 surface protein. Equipped only with the H5 coat protein, this strain was initially not transmissible between mammalian hosts. In order to examine whether this feeble chimera could be turned into a strain capable of ferret-to-ferret transmission, the investigators used an ingenious strategy that mimicked and accelerated the evolutionary process. To do so, they first deliberately introduced mutations in the region of the HA protein that directly interacts with host cell receptors, thus increasing the raw material on which evolution depends. They then triaged millions of viruses—each with a slightly different version of the HA protein—based on their ability to bind to engineered cells that were coated with the human form of the influenza receptor. Eight—and only eight—variants of the original strain emerged from this rigorous screen, each of them capable of binding tightly to the human form of the receptor in vitro. Eventually, only one of those variants, now placed against the genetic background of a more aggressive pandemic strain, would prove capable both of binding to the mammalian-type receptor in the lab and of successfully replicating in a deliberately infected ferret. This variant (HA N158D/N224K/Q226L/CA04) was then deliberately inoculated into the nasal cavity of ferrets, and healthy ferrets were placed in nearby cages. The naive ferrets (a description that suggests they had never seen the selected influenza strains before) could not contact or interact directly with the sickened ferrets, but the cages were designed to allow air to flow between them. Six days later, two of six naive ferrets had developed influenza: The strain had evolved the capacity to survive, reproduce and be transmitted via airborne droplets from one ferret to another. In subsequent experiments, this newly transmissible strain would acquire additional mutations that increased its infectivity and transmissibility.
These experiments showed that an H5N1 virus that was previously transmitted only between birds could, after a few generations of selection, travel between mammals in airborne droplets (such as those generated by ferret sneezes). What disconcerts is the ease with which this lock was picked: Only a handful (four to five) of recurrent mutations were necessary to account for this evolution.
Impressive as these results appear, however, context is important. Ferrets, after all, are not an exact counterpart of human beings. Like all model systems, they capture important aspects of the system we are interested in (ourselves), but they are not precise replicas. Although there can be no question about the inherent value of identifying mutations associated with increased transmissibility, we cannot assert that these ferret-adapted strains are capable of infecting humans. Also lost amid the public and regulatory anxiety surrounding these results was the observation that the lethality of these viruses was comparable to, if not lower than, that of seasonal influenza (which kills less than 0.1 percent of those it infects), a fact for which the ferrets are surely grateful. Finally, it is worth remembering that the evolved version of the HA protein resulted in successful airborne transmissibility in the context of the rest of the influenza genome in which it occurs: Other strain-specific mutations in other genes likely play a critical role in the success of this engineered virus.
In 2011, when the ferret influenza papers were submitted for publication, they triggered a review by the NSABB. This time, the review board was far from comfortable with publication. Their concern, at least initially, centered on the possibility that knowledge of the sequence changes—changes presumably tied to increased transmissibility—could be misused by enemy states or other entities to engineer a particularly threatening strain of influenza. Reconstituting a virus with the 1918 genome from scratch had always been seen as a fairly daunting task that would require considerable technical expertise. In contrast, engineering a handful of mutations into an existing avian influenza strain appeared comparatively straightforward.
In December 2011, the NSABB recommended significant changes in the manuscripts and urged that critical details of the experiments be omitted. Following a significant debate in the scientific community, the committee revisited the issue. By March of 2012, it had reversed its recommendation, arguing that the benefits of the work outweighed its potential risks. Publication has been further delayed by concerns raised (and hurdles imposed) by both the U.S. and Dutch governments. On May 2nd, the first of the papers was finally published.
To be sure, the transmissibility work, the sequencing of the 1918 influenza strain, and an increasing amount of other research in the life sciences can, in principle, be misused. Fields that deal with infectious disease, in particular, often undertake research and generate results that could be used—by agents so inclined—to design more effective biological weapons, to reduce the effectiveness of current antiviral and antibiotic therapies, or to create conditions favoring the spread of infection. But the general anxiety surrounding the publication of these latest influenza papers, much as the anxiety that surrounded the publication of the 1918 influenza genome, rests on three fundamental misunderstandings: one about the nature of the scientific enterprise, one about the character of viral evolution and one about the causes of epidemic outbreaks.
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Wal-Mart fails to provide health insurance to over half of their employees. So who picks up the bill? -- You do. Wal-Mart workers are atop the Medicaid rolls in at least 16 states, costing taxpayers billions every year.
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Wal-Mart has a long and sad track record of worker abuse. From forced overtime to illegal child labor to relentless union-busting. Currently, Wal-Mart is the subject of the largest class action discrimination lawsuit in history, including over 1.5 million current and former female employees who were paid and promoted at significantly lower rates than their male co-workers.
Don't tolerate employee abuse and discrimination at America's largest employer. Demand that Wal-Mart stop discriminating against its employees and come clean on workers' rights violations.
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So we all know that one of Boba's shin tools is a sonic beam weapon. As I was listening to a podcast that I subscribe to, I came across a story about a real life 70's sonic beam weapon. I encourage you to google "leo laporte portable dog killer" and download and listen to. I got mine from Itunes. Not only is it a neat story but you will laugh your butt off. The air date of the podcast is 12/30 I think.
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I just test drove one on saturday, and boy was I impressed. With 150K miles on my 2000 Maxima, I'm ready to find a replacement, even though the Maxima could go another 50K. I was originally considering the Infinity G35 6MT sedan. After test driving the RX-8, I think I've found my next car. All of the controls in the RX-8 were better in my opinion, compared with the G35 I drove. The pedals, the shifter, the steering, they were all better. The RX-8 just seems to be incredibly easy to drive smoothly, IMO. It may not have the low end torque of many other cars out there, but it has plenty of performance for me. I like torquey engines too, but winding the rotary engine out to 8500 RPM is more fun to me. My only concern is that I've in a long term test, conducted by either MT or Auto.Mag., the RX-8 experienced occational cold start problems. Where I live, that would be less than desireable. Has anybody else in here driven/owned one, or know someone whose owned one?
A friend from work and I took one out at lunch one time. It is a very fun car. That wankel engine does a heck of a job, and when you pop the hood, its tiny. Don't know about day to day with one though.
I did a little digging. Cold start problems do happen, but they aren't very common at all. The RX8 is a beautiful car IMO.
cold start problems? no problem. just pay the extra $50 or so and get an engine block heater. the engine block heater is for cold winters. but it shouldn't just be cold start just problems because the engine hasn't been running for a while in normal weather. that'd be cause for a recall IMO.that reminds me... i hate cadillac. when i price a car at chevy.com, the engine block heater costs an extra $35 and when i price one a cadillac.com, it costs and extra $100! how dare they!
also i think mazda would do better to have this as their logo. i took the original logo into MS Paint and got a bit creative.
The RX-8 is one of the best affordable sportscars in the world. I would recommend this car to buy! It's ergonomics are perfect, it's easy to shift and has a great styling.
confession: for the logo, i just chopped off the top and bottom parts of the circle.
It is but I'm pretty sure that the Mustang Gt would smoke it in a straight line though.
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Here's a quicky logo for you bengi, I made it just for you..it's a 3D model...
Quote:It is but I'm pretty sure that the Mustang Gt would smoke it in a straight line though.
I like the Mustang GT too, but with the live rear axle, no limited slip, and all that torque, I don't think it would be as easy to drive in the snow. The RX-8 not only has a limited slip diff., but it also has less torque down low. I figure that'll make driving in the winter easier. I personally don't think the Mustang and the RX-8 are real competitors. They're two totally different approaches to sport coupes. I just don't think that there are many people out there, who can't make up there mind between the two. I still can't get over how much fun the RX-8 was to drive. The clutch engagement was easy to modulate, the shifter would snick right into gear, the gas pedal made small/smooth throttle imputs possible. To me, it is one of the easiest/most fun manual transmission cars to drive. The only other cars that I've driven, with comparable refinement are modern Porsches and BMWs. However, they cost a great deal more. Like I said before, it's refined controls make it easy to drive it fast and smooth. Many times, when I test drive cars, it takes me a little while, to get used to using the cars manual transmission. The RX-8 took no time at all the get used to. Running it throught the gears, on the freeway onramp was a breeze (and a lot of fun too). Finally, when I'd downshift, it was easy to blip the throttle, to match the revs. Many manual cars I've driven make it difficult to blip the throttle to desired RPM. Maybe its just the nature of a rotary engine, but throttle response was amazing too. Anyway, they're offering deals right now, on the last of the 2005 models, of $2,500 off sticker. I think I'll wait 'til the spring though, as I'd want my first experiences with it, to be in good weather.
Uhhh, the Mustang GT has limited slip AND traction control, which can be disabled with a button.....The solid rear axle, I will saay one more time, may not be high tech,but it works very well and you would have a hard time telling it was a solid axle when driving the car.... I don't know how well the 05 does in the snow, but the 99 does a hell of a lot better since I found tires that work in the snow....most low pro's suck in snow...The 05 should do well, it has narrower,and taller tires and they are Pirellli P-Zero Nero, which are speed rated all season tires...But you need that back seat access and the Mazda8 is a cool looking, great handling car....
Id get the BMW325i.Its four doors and has a 3.0 liter The mazda Rx-8 is neat, theres so many neat cars nowadays its hard to choose.


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Do you have a shot timer? I'm curious about your split times.
After purchasing my S&W 340PD I read a blog at http://tenring.blogspot.com/2005/01/one-from-vault.html A woman named Denise gave a very explicite description of her experience with the 340PD in .357 Mag. I was intimidated for a moment, I only continued with great apprehension.
My first rounds downrange were WWB 38 Special, 130GR. FMJ. A pleasure to shoot, even though double action only, @ 7 yards all shots were on target.Next came the Federal Premium 129Gr. Hydra-Shok 38+P. Felt the extra recoil, but kept the shots on target. Followed this with Speer 135 GR. GDHP Short Barrel HP. My .454 Casull SHR Alaskan has a little stronger recoil but much better grips. The S&W 340PD has no real grip, you are basically holding onto the frame and riding the lightning in the Magnum mode. I shot Mag Tech 158GR SJHP and PMC 158GR JSP. None of these were a pleasure to shoot. The recoil was extreme, with better grips it would have been more pleasant.
Bottom line: I was able to keep all my shots on target from 7 yards offhand. All shots were double action(of course) and this was the first time I fired this weapon. You can save $300 and get the 38+P 342PD, I was able to keep all my shots in the kill zone with the .357 with no real discomfort. I choose the .357 because I can manage the recoil and I want a definitive fight stopper. The 38+P is good, but the .357 Mag in the chest cavity is game over.
My photos of my targets will folllow this post(I hope)
The Pros: Concealable, lightweight, concealable and lightweight plus mucho stopping power. 12 ounces unloaded.
The Cons: Firing without sunlight the HI-Viz sight was nothing more than a black front post.(I have a XS Big Dot Tritium on my kitchen table)
The S&W Manual states not to fire a bullet less than 120 grains. Also says to test fire all .357 ammo, fire 4 rounds, empty the cylinder and check to see if the 5th rounds bullet has become unseated from excessive recoil.
FYI- All the .357 ammo I shot had the bullets come unseated. I will post pictures. It was not enough to cause cylinder lockup (prevent a follow up shot) but it was noticeable.
In the pursuit of science I shot WWB .357 Mag 110 Gr. for a control group. Results were the same, bullet unseated but not enough to prevent follow up shot .
Expended brass did not want to eject.(Get your first 5 on target)
My final opinion is this is a keeper! I will call S&W Monday and see if they recommend a round/load for this weapon that will keep the bullet in the brass. I jog/walk with this weapon in a belly band and it is almost unnoticable.
I did take an expended round, scotch tape across the primer and cycle it through the cylinder to ensure a primer strike before I carried it for PD. I have bought weapons that would not fire or feed out of the box.
This is a beast and not a weapon for the recoil sensitive. I will keep it because I trust the .357's stopping power(be it a human or a truck) and I feel confident I can and will get my first shots on target. Most gunfights are within spitting distance. I will sacrifice quantity and fast reload for lightweight and comfort.
38 special, 38+P and .357
All .357 loads. 3 rounds hidden under pistol. Need a trigger job.(could'nt have been the shooter)
Left, left and middle unseated. Pretty easy to tell, did not cause cylinder lockup(luckily)
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Do you have a shot timer? I'm curious about your split times.
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I can tell you one thing for sure and that is she better hit the target with the first shot. There just to light for me. I perfer a gun around 25oz up for .357's.
Everyone I know who have bought any of the lightweight S&W revolvers 357 and over don't care for them. They are great looking that I'll say but no thanks.
I don't have a timer Mike, but rest assured I would not have broken any records. I emptied the pistol in the 3 plus second range, I will get my shots on target. I am going to send Mighty Mite for a trigger job and get my XS Sight System Big Dot tritium installed.
I can understand anyones reluctance to carry this pistol and sympathize with you, but I can handle the recoil and get my shots on target. If not I would use the 38+P or the 38 Special that was a pure pleasure to shoot.


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Nature's Formulary, Chyawanprash, 1.1 lbs (500 g) (Discontinued Item)
Nature's Formulary, Chyawanprash, 1.1 lbs (500 g) (Discontinued Item)
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- Anti-Stress, Antioxidant
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Pronunciation: chah-vahn-prash
Vata · Pitta · Kapha
Chyawanprash offers anti-stress benefits. It is a rejuvenative and also offers antioxidant benefits. Chyawanprash pacifies Vata, Pitta and Kapha doshas.
In Ayurveda philosophy, good health can be achieved by balancing doshas present within us; Vata (air), Pitta (fire), Kapha (water). Nature's Formulary Chyawanprash plays an important role in balancing the doshas, when used as part of a holistic regimen including diet, exercise, massage and life-style changes. Our Chyawanprash is based on the 2,000 year old recipe from the Charaka Samhita, the first treatise of Ayurveda. Nearly 40 ingredients are used. This combination of ingredients is believed to have potent free radical scavenging activity. Scientists believe that just one serving provides many times the antioxidant power of Vitamin C!
|Purpose of Ingredients
|The herbs used in Chyawanprash are well known for their role in maintaining good health. Chyawanprash combines them in optional proportions to help support all of the body's systems.
|Support for immune health antioxidant
|Indian Gooseberry (Amla)
Vitis Vinifera (Grapes)
Apocynym Foetidum
|Support for respiratory health
|Cinnamomum Zylenicum
Adhatoda Vasica
Solanum Xanthocarpum
Piper Longum
Pistcia Integerrima
|Support for normal digestion
|Cinnamomum Tamala
Ellataria Cardamomum
Stereospurmum Suavoelen
Curcumin Zeodari
|Support for intestinal health
|Terminalia Chebula
Agele Marmelos
Premna Integrifolia
Gmelina Arborea
Cyperus Rotundus
|Support for liver health
|Phyllanthus Niruri
Boerhavia Diffusa
|Support for heart health
|Nelumbia Speciosum
|Support for reproductive health
|Asparagus Racemosus
Tribulis Terrestris
Withania Somnifera
|Support to help the body reduce inflammation
|Oroxylum Indicum
Tinnospora Cordifolia
Desmodium Gangeticum
|Support for normal energy levels
|Ipoema Digitata
Withania Somnifera
Solnaum Indicum
Uraria Lagopides
|Support for sugar metabolism
|Gymnema Sylvestre
|Support for skin health
|Mesua Ferrea
|To help the body absorb herbal ingredients and for taste
|Unrefined Sugar
|To help prepare the herbal jam
|Clarified Butter (Ghee)
Suggested Use
One teaspoonful everyday. Can be taken by itself, or with bread, crackers, milk, juice, or a soft drink.
Other Ingredients
No added preservatives
Keep away from children, refrain from using during pregnancy and while nursing. Not suitable for individuals who have diabetes.
Does not require refrigeration unless in an extremely warm and humid climate. Please use within 8 weeks of opening.
|Supplement Facts
|Serving Size: 1 Teaspoon (Approx. 12 g.)
|Servings Per Container: 40
|Amount Per Serving
|% Daily Value
|Fat Cal
|Total Fat
|0.4 g
|less than 1%
|Sat Fat
|0.2 g
|less than 1%
|0 mg
|0.02 g
|less than 1%
|Total Carb.
|8 g
|0 g
|7.8 g
|0.1 g
|less than 1%
|Vitamin A
|Vitamin C (free)
|6 mg
|Each serving contains*
|A proprietary mix of: Indian gooseberry** (fresh fruit rind), unrefined sugar, clarified butter, honey**, piper longum (fruit), cinnamomum zeylanicum (bark), cinnamomum tamala (dried leaves), ellataria cardamomum (fruit), mesua ferrea** (anthers). Extracts of: Asparagus racemosus (roots), tacca aspera** (rhizome), ipomoea digilata** (rhizome), withania somnifera (roots), piper longum (fruit), ellataria cardamomum (fruit), oroxylum indicum** (bark), solanum indicum (stem & root wood), tinospora cordifolia** (stem), terminalia chebula** (fruit), apocynym foetidum** (whole plant), boerhaevia diffusa** (roots), phyllanthus niruri** (whole plant), adhatoda vasica** (whole plant - except roots), aegle marmelos** (bark), premna integrifolia** (wood), gmelina arborea** (bark), stereospermum suaveolens** (bark), desmodium gangeticum** (leaf and tender shoots), uraria lagopoides** (bark), nelumbium speciosum** (flowers), solanum xanthocarpum (whole plant), tribulus terrestris** (fruit), gymnema sylvestre** (whole plant), curcuma zedoaria** (rhizome), pistacia integerrima** (galls), cyperus rotundus** (rhizome), vitis vinifera (fruit).
|Percent Daily Values are based on 2,000 calorie diet.
*Daily value not established.
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I have used almost all major brands of Chyawanprash available in USA and India but this one is the MOST balanced I have ever used. It is not too hot or too cold. Effects are noticed with in few days, especially on Memory and digestion . Also gives a nice boost in energy level without any jittery side effect.
Pity it's discontinued
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I've been taking it every morning for two weeks already before food followed by a glass of milk as it's traditionally recommended and feel healthier. My skin looks better, i have more energy for everyday chores. And it contains no preservatives, so can be taken for months. Hope that there will be something good like this on iherb.
Great product!
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I've started using Chyawanprash in pills and than switched to this jam. It's great, very tasty. I eat it for breakfast everyday and feel myself very good in this grey wintertime.
Easy access and soft contents are a plus!
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I had previously bought another brand of chyawanprash, which tasted very good but was solid and in a glass jar - very hard to get out with a spoon. This is more the consistency of a chocolate spread, in a wide jar, so much preferable. Not as spicy as I'd hoped, but still tasty. At the moment it's at the top of my list of available chyawanprash on iherb.
Helps energy levels
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I have tried different brands of Chyawanprash, with varying results. This one definitely does give me an energy pick up. Just suck it off a teaspoon and gulp some tea to get the stickiness out of the mouth. 5 minutes later I am noticeably more awake and can continue typing at my computer, like right now. Don't know what it does to prevent illness, since I hardly ever get sick anyway.
great price!
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The only chavanprash I will use. Take it first thing with warm water. Taste great and I use in place of a multi. AYA945 @checkout and save!


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A confidential memo proposing a massive fossil-fuel corporation funded campaign to build opposition against wind power was uncovered this week. As our transition to using windmills, solar panels and electric vehicles gains momentum, it's easy to see how peddlers of oil and coal might be freaked out. What if we don't want to buy what they are selling anymore?


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Historic judgment for Gautam Das murder in Bangladesh
Almost eight years have passed since the murder of Bangladeshi journalist Gautam Das, but the slow wheels of justice have finally rotated. Late last month, a court sentenced nine individuals to life in prison in connection with the scribe's murder. Many local journalists have hailed the verdict as a landmark, the first time a Bangladeshi court has successfully prosecuted a murder of a journalist.


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Quick start helps Patriots cruise past Panthers 88-47
The Pequot Lakes Patriots girls' basketball team assumed an early 16-0 lead and cruised past the Park Rapids Panthers 88-47 in a Mid-State Conference game on Tuesday, Jan. 29.
Kayla Miller had eight points in the early run while teammate Vanessa Lane added six. The Panthers didn't score until Charity Ridlon hit a 3-point shot with 12:55 left in the opening half.
The Patriots assumed a 32-7 cushion midway through the first half. Pequot Lakes' Vanessa Lane later scored the 10 straight points to help her team lead 42-13 with 5:00 left in the half. Katie Klein answered with a pair of 3-point baskets for the Panthers, but the Patriots would lead 56-22 at intermission. It was a big half for the home team as Lane had 21 points and Kayla Miller 16.
Katie White helped Pequot Lakes start fast in the second half as she nailed two 3-point shots and added a layup to make it 64-23. The Patriots then substituted freely as nine players scored. The last six points came on a layup by Morgan Lohmiller and a pair of baskets by Kelsey Hart.
Lane led Pequot Lakes with 25 points and 11 rebounds. White had a season-high 21 points and Miller had 16.
The Patriots took 75 shots from the field, and made 40 shots.
"The girls all came out ready to play tonight, after we didn't play well at Detroit Lakes," said Pequot Lakes coach Jon Dale. "We played great defense and shot well from the field."
It was parents' night as team manager Rosie Mitchell sang the national anthem and the varsity and junior varsity players handed out flowers to their parents.
The Patriots, 4-2 in the conference and 12-7 overall, played at Wadena-Deer Creek on Tuesday, Feb. 5, and were then scheduled to host two Mid-State Conference opponents - Staples-Motley at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 7, and Crosby-Ironton on Tuesday, Feb. 12.
JV girls defeat Panthers
The Pequot Lakes junior varsity girls' basketball team defeated Park Rapids 52-35 as Catie Ryan scored a team-high 10 points.
The Patriots jumped to a 9-2 lead, but the Panthers rallied to cut the deficit to 14-11. Pequot Lakes eventually led 26-15 at intermission on baskets by Jessica Faacks, Kelsey Hart and Emilee Buell. The Patriots then pulled away in the second half as Faack's 3-point shot made it 49-22.
The Panthers reduced the deficit to 52-35 on a rare four-point play and two 3-point baskets by Justine Rittgers. Buell, Squires and Faacks each had eight points, Morgan Lohmiller and Hart each had six, Barb Miller had four, and Caitlyn Carkhuff and Alex Nelson each added free throws.
Park Rapids 22 25 — 47
Pequot Lakes 56 32 — 88
Morgan Olson 3, Hope Johnson 5, Megan Grimes 2, Katie Klein 15, Tori Lauderbaugh 2, Charity Ridlon 12, Bria Wolff 8.
Caitie Ryan 4, Hayley Wiebolt 4, Brittny Bzdok 2, Kelsey Hart 4, Vanessa Lane 25, Morgan Lohmiller 4, Katie White 21, Kayla Miller 16, Jessica Kreitz 8. FG 40-75 (53 percent), FT 6-17 (35 percent).


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