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By Jake Seiner / Special to MLB.com | June 14, 2013 9:53 PM ET
San Francisco sent Chris Johnson straight to the Northwest League after signing the 17th-round Draft pick last summer. And even though the short-season league kept the right-hander more or less in his backyard, the experience was something of a whirlwind.
A year later, the Giants have sent a more comfortable Johnson back to Salem-Keizer. And on Friday, the Volcanoes' Opening Day starter rewarded that decision by pitching six shutout innings in a 3-2 win over Hillsboro.
Johnson (1-0) allowed two hits while striking out three and walking one in the best start of his pro career. The outing was that much sweeter for the 21-year-old because his dad, Craig, was able to make the trip down from his hometown in Washington.
"I'm glad he got to see me pitch well," Johnson said.
The University of Portland product struggled in his 2012 debut, going 2-4 with a 6.84 ERA in 16 appearances, including six starts. He struck out 47 and walked 11 but gave up 56 hits, including seven homers, in 48 2/3 innings.
Johnson was strong from the outset Friday, striking out Brian Billigen in the first at-bat in Hops history. He allowed a single to the next hitter but retired the next 10 in order.
Johnson said his biggest goal this summer is improving his early-count command, something that produced immediate results.
"I think it's both mental and mechanical for me," he said. "My mechanics, if I can be fluid, it's a lot easier for me to get ahead. At the same time, from the mental side, I have to envision and kind of see every pitch before it happens in your mind to be able to repeat that through the game."
Mechanically, Johnson's goal is to work toward the plate in a smoother fashion. He's had the tendency to lunge too early in his delivery, and kicking that habit will allow him to better control his fastball to both sides of the plate.
"I'm working on staying back on my back leg a little longer," he explained, "staying balanced and through the delivery and have everything going toward the plate."
Johnson hopes the improved command early in counts will allow him to more effectively use his off-speed pitches. The best of that bunch is a slider on which he leaned heavily Friday. He also has a changeup and a curveball.
"I think I threw [my slider] the most [tonight]," he said. "I had a pretty good feel of it and I was throwing it both for strikes and to put some guys away, managed to generate some awkward swings. I had some swings and misses on the changeup to lefties, too."
Ben Eckels (0-1) started and took the loss in Hillsboro's first game since relocating from Yakima. He struck out seven and allowed three runs -- two earned -- on four hits over four innings. Ryan Gebhardt got the Hops' first hit, while Jordan Parr scored their first run on Billigen's single in the eighth.
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I am trying to install Virtual Box-4.1 on Backtrack 5 x64. This is the error I am getting:
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Reading package lists... Done
Building dependency tree
Reading state information... Done
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Posted: Tue Jan 11, 2011 11:20 am
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mo wrote:
You guys were right Maehl has been really good tonight, he would be a good pick up if we was there in the 5th
But he's too slow for Al.
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I have been checking out prospects but am far from an expert. Wondering if anyone can give me any feedback on the following players as to whether they would be a good fit for the Raiders and what round they would likely be picked in.
Curtis Brown CB Texas
Late 2nd-3rd
Marcus Gilbert OT Florida
3rd-early 4th
Jason Pinkston OT Pittsburgh
Kenrick Ellis DT Hampton
No idea
Any help/comments appreciated.
And i'm no expert either. I actually like Gilbert for us in the 3rd. I'd rather get Orlando Franklin but if he's gone, Gilbert would be a good option. Both are huge, strong guys but seem athletic enough to fit any scheme. Gilbert might actually be more athletic.
2nd - Johnny Patrick CB Louisville
3rd - Marcus Gilbert OT Florida
4th - Rashad Carmichael CB VT (could be long gone though)
5th - Jake Kirkpatrick C TCU
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I love Andrew Datko at LT. 6'6, 305 of almost pure muscle. Has great footwork and technique, probably one of the only good LT prospects in the draft. Know as a leader at FSU as-well. Three seasons starting at LT also helps him some. He might not declare though, which makes sense as he should be a first round pick next year. Great prospect though.
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Curtis Marsh
CB/KR 6'0 193 Utah State. Projected 4th round.
He has only 2 years of experience at CB, was a RB before that, so he needs a bit of polishing on his skills. Played in a mostly bump and run D. Should have good numbers at the combine (around 4.4). Looks like the kind of project Al davis would draft. He'll be at the Senior Bowl, so look out for him during the week.
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Is Marcus Gilbet still projected to go in the 3rd round? Or has he shot up draft boards?
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early43 wrote:
Is Marcus Gilbet still projected to go in the 3rd round? Or has he shot up draft boards?
Higher i have seen him is mid 2nd. Lower is early 4th. 3rd sounds about right.
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early43 wrote:
Is Marcus Gilbet still projected to go in the 3rd round? Or has he shot up draft boards?
Higher i have seen him is mid 2nd. Lower is early 4th. 3rd sounds about right.
Great news! Hope we land this guy cuz I've been calling for him all offseason with our 3rd round pick.
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Now that the Raider's roster is essentially set and college football is about to begin, this is an early (way early!) look at future Raiders. I love mocks because I'm always introduced to players that I may have missed and enjoy watching them progress and dream about their contributions to the Raiders. Here are some of my favorite prospects:
Round One
Vontaze Burfict l OLB l Arizona State l ht: 63 l wt: 252lbs l 40: 4.67
Although Burfict doesnt appear to be a physical specimen with his shirt off, Burfict possesses uncanny football instincts and vicious closing speed. A fiery emotional leader Burfict does have a tendency to play out of control to the point of hurting his team. Questions about his ability to play in control should put Burfict within the Raiders draft range. Prototypical Raider size/speed ratio in a 250lb+ package with California ties makes Burfict an easy sale to fans and his persona makes Burfict a perfect Raider. This acquisition not only continues to make the Raiders front 7 one of the heaviest in the league but also makes Goethel a quality backup at all 3 LB spots.
Outlook: Replacing 2012 Free Agent OLB Quentin Groves ( 27yrs old)
Alternative Pick(s): QB Luck, Landry, Barkley, CB Morris Claiborne or Dre Kirkpatrick
Round Two (TRADE )
I dont want to project exactly how this trade will happen as any suggested offer will be deemed unrealistic. Rather, I think the Raiders will definitely be looking at a QB late 1st middle 2nd.
Dayne Crist l QB l Notre Dame l ht: 64 l wt: 235lbs l 40: 4.68
Coming out of high school Crist was ranked higher than Andrew Luck. In an upset, Crist signs with Notre Dame over a number of West coast schools specifically to be under the tutelage of Charlie Weiss who has a reputation of developing NFL ready prospects. Weiss is fired and a couple of knee injuries later and Crist is not as highly heralded. Crist possesses an excellent mix of size, mobility, and experience in a pro-set. Despite Crists experience in a Pro-set he will be characterized as spread-option system QB when he finds success in Brain Kellys spread offense this season. Although Crist will need to tweak his accuracy it doesnt need major work. The Raiders will attempt to capitalize on the unfortunate set of circumstances that have beaten down Crists stock. HueJax will fall in love with Crists prototypical NFL size and leadership skills but will wait until the 2nd to maximize the value of this pick.
Why this will FINALLY work:
o Continuity: HueJax has the rare combination of deference to Al Davis & energy to remain in Raider Nation long enough to see the development of a rookie QB through
o Protection: The #1 reason rookie QBs fail is shell-shock. Somehow the Raiders will acquire a premium OT to form mammoth bookends to protect a rookie QBs flanks.
o Top TE More and more I am starting to take to the idea of Kevin Boss as the outlet for a QB trying to become acclimated to NFL coverages. Boss run blocking ability will allow him to stay on the field more often as an extra blocking OT in heavy packages.
o Strong running game HueJax maintains that he wants to build a bully. A physically imposing OL built around a running a strong running game will shelter the Raiders new signal caller. Not being the 1st option offensively will allow the Raiders rookie QB to use play action to loosen up NFL secondarys.
Outlook: Replacing: 2012 Free Agent QB Jason Campbell (30 yrs old)
Alternative Pick(s): Possible trade with 49ers for QB Colin Kaepernick (if the 49ers are in position to draft Luck) or SD QB Lindley
Round Three
JerMarcus Yoshi Hardrick l OT l Nebraska l ht: 67 l wt: 330lbs l 40: 5.32
Hardrick, who has freakish long arms, has all the tools of an elite OT. Lack of exposure, splitting time at LT and a brief resume suppresses his draft stock.
Outlook: Replacing 2012 Free Agent OT Stephon Heyer
Alternative Pick: NT Dontari Poe
Round Three (Compensation →CB Nnmandi Asomugha)
Janzen Jackson l CB l Tennessee l ht: 60 l wt: 190lbs l 40: 4.43
Janzen Jackson has the speed, agility and ball skills to easily make a full-time conversation to CB in the mold of Nnamdi Asomugha. Jackson is physical despite his lack of prototypical safety size, which also suggests a conversion to CB. Legal woes (armed robbery) and personal problems that caused him to temporarily leave the team will suppress his draft stock.
Outlook: Replacing 2012 Free Agent CB Chris Johnson (32 yrs old)
Round Four
Jason Campbell l QB l Auburn l ht: 66 l wt: 295lbs l 40: 4.70
This pick was dealt in a 2010 trade w/ Washington
Outlook: Resigned as QB2
Round Four (Compensation → OG Robert Gallery)
Ronnie Wingo l RB l Arkansas l ht: 63 l wt: 231lbs l 40: 4.52
Wingo possesses excellent agility in addition to Raider prototypical size/speed ratio. While Wingo does have physical attributes that grade higher than the 4th round, the logjam at RB at Arkansas will suppress his draft stock. Wingo wont have a huge body of work by which to be judged entering the 2012 draft. Excellent CoP compliment RB prospect.
Outlook: Replacing 2012 Free Agent RB Michael Bush (28 yrs old)
Round Five
Josh Gordon l WR l Baylor l ht: 63 l wt: 220lbs l 40: 4.43
Gordon, who has prototypical Raider size/speed ratio, has recently been suspended indefinitely by Baylor for violating unspecified team rules. Eventually, Gordon will find a Div II school to finish out his college career before entering the draft. Character concerns will chase away many of his suitors as he is a multiple offender. However, there is a point where value exceeds risk and taking a 5th round flier on Gordon becomes well worth the risk. Gordons plummeting stock and dismissal from Baylor will be the wake-up call he needs to mature.
Outlook: Replacing 2012 Free Agent WR Chaz Schilens (26 yrs old)
Round Five (Compensation→ TE Zach Miller)
Antoine McClain l OG l Clemson l ht: 65 l wt: 330lbs l 40: 5.34
#12th ranked 2012 OG. Historically the 5th is approximately around where this type of prospect is drafted. 3rd team All-ACC. Lead the team with 69 knock-downs. Won team strength training award. Average blocking grade 76%
Outlook: Replacing 2012 Free Agent OG Cooper Carlisle
Round Six
Ray Polk l FS l Colorado l ht: 61 l wt: 215lbs l 40: 4.48
Center-fielder with Raider size/speed ratio. A project with upside but a lack of production.
Outlook: Replacing 2012 Free Agent SS Tyvon Branch
Round Seven
Mikhail Marinovich l DE l Syracuse l ht: 64 l wt: 245lbs l 40: 4.69
His father played for the Raiders, his brother played for the Raiders, so to shall Mikhail play for the Raiders. The sense of legacy will be too strong for Mr. Davis to pass up.
Outlook: Replacing 2012 Free Agent DE Trevor Scott
Nodisrespect wrote:
(on building inside out) teams without highly draft DT's make the playoffs and win the superbowl regularly.
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Teams that win Superbowls and make the playoffs aren't picking in the Top 5, clearly
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Posted: Wed Oct 12, 2011 4:36 pm
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Not sure if he going to come out this year, if so I wouldnt spend the 1st on him, but if he comes out the following year, what are thoughts on ASU QB Brock Osweiler with a 3rd or 4th Pick
Recipe for a playoff birth.
Win all of the games you should, Win half the games you shouldn't.
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Sammy Watkins WR Clemson is a freaking boss.
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Tyvann Mathieu the CB/FS/playmaker for LSU is filthy. He is a sophmore so if we have a 1st in 2013 we should go hard at him.
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I'm absolutely shocked my favorite college prospect Alabama OL Barrett Jones returned to school. I'm not surprised Osweiler came out. I think he will develop into an excellent career backup similar to TJ Yates or Tui.
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(on building inside out) teams without highly draft DT's make the playoffs and win the superbowl regularly.
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Teams that win Superbowls and make the playoffs aren't picking in the Top 5, clearly
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Michael Brockers l DT l LSU l ht: 65 l wt: 306lbs l 40: 4.95
I'm going to put this here. Brockers might be the best value in the upcoming draft and my latest favorite prospect. Initially he was projected as a 2nd rounder and has immediately shot up to a top 15 selection. The Raiders have NO shot at this guy. Brockers could easily be a cornerstone 3-4 DE.
Nodisrespect wrote:
(on building inside out) teams without highly draft DT's make the playoffs and win the superbowl regularly.
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Teams that win Superbowls and make the playoffs aren't picking in the Top 5, clearly
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Alabama NT Josh Chapman played the final eight games of his senior season with a torn ACL and meniscus in his left knee.
"Dr. (Lyle) Cain said he's never seen a guy that can have a torn ACL and still stay that stable," explained Chapman. The 2011 second-team All-SEC pick and Senior Bowl invitee finally underwent reconstructive surgery on Tuesday and will probably begin his rookie career on the PUP list. Chapman still intends to do the bench press at the Combine and interview with teams.
Thats pretty impressive. I have watched Champman extensively at Bama and I honestly believe that this guy will be one of the top 3-4 NTs in the NFL. The injury will probably hurt his draft stock. I hope we can land this guy in the fourth or fifth round and let him heal up before we unleash him.
Note I think he could be an excellent DT in a 4-3 as well, but he wouldnt put up flashy numbers. I want this guy regardless of what scheme we run next season.
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I'm going to start randomly listing and giving information about 2013 prospects I feel that will be possible positions of need (CB, S, OT, TE, RB, LB, QB) and guys that I can see the Raiders going after. I'll list players projected to go anywhere from round 1 to round 7.
Jonathan banks, CB Mississippi State
6-1 188
Projected round: 1-2
Jonathan Banks*, Mississippi State, CB (6-1, 185): Banks doesn't receive the national fanfare of his SEC brethren, but his game is certainly on par with his counterparts. He is silky smooth in coverage, displays exceptional ball awareness and is a legitimate playmaker in the clutch. Factor in his underrated blitz skills, and there is a lot to like about Banks' game.
#13 CB Jonathan Banks, Mississippi State - Long lean frame, with long arms. Perfect build for a CB - Active in run support, doesnt shy away from contact - Struggled to get off block, which lead to rushing TD - Rarely is thrown at, WF very cognisant of where he is at all times - Good timing on the CB blitz, aggresive at the LOS - Has played in mostly as zone today, but has the ability to play all coverages
Banks is a very good coverage corner. He basically shut down one side of the field against Wake Forest. He has very good size and length for a CB, something valued Tachighly by NFL scouts right now. One of the most active CB in run support I have seen this year. Banks is a versatile CB who is used on blitzes. I think Banks could excel in press man, off and zone coverages. It will be interesting to compare him to Vanderbilt CB Casey Hayward who I am scouting next game.
If Banks declares he is firmly in the second round with the ability to move up the board. Certainly his combination of size, speed and the ability to return kicks will be highly attractive to the NFL.
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Tackles: 66
Solo: 43
Assist: 23
Sacks: 3.0
INT's: 5
int yards: 26
pass deflection: 9
TDs: 1
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The thing with skunk weed, which happens to be very popular with people who smoke weed (particurlarly, and very sadly, youngsters) it has such high levels of thc (tetrahydracannibinol - the active ingredient that gives individuals the high) that it is seriously affecting mental health. Young people who have very bright futures smoking skunk, and has ended up having serious affect on their education and relationships with family and friends. Another thing with skunk is that other substances are added to it to increase the weight of it (so the dealer selling it, makes more money because it weighs more.) Only thing is, what's being added to make it weigh more are the following.. sand, fiberglass, crushed glass. Pretty fucking scary!
There has been an increase in young people being admitted to psychiatric units who have been smoking skunk with skunk psychosis. I'm not stating that's the only reason as it could come down to people who may be more susseptable to a mental health condition than others but I find it alarming. Also, I'm not saying that everyone who enjoys a spliff after training or at weekends is going to end up in a psychiatric unit, it's just my view and my experience where I have witnessed the affects of skunk.
Have to agree with, Dickie, on the alcohol. Legal, yet the costs (financially, emotionally, physically, psychologically, family break up, domestic violence, driving under the influence) outweigh all the other drugs. Nasty drug, man.


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Update 2004: DNA Testing has proven that the family of Alfred Hirton Barlow and of John Barlow and Martha Wadell are of this lineage. If anyone can connect these families, we'd sure love to hear from you. It has also proven that their is no relationship to the family of William Barlow and Edith Mathoda who lived in close proximity to this family.
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ANDERSON, S.C.- The Brevard College softball team won their seventh straight game while snapping an 11-game win streak for first-place Anderson with a 4-1 defeat of the Trojans in the opener of a doubleheader at Smethers Field on Wednesday. BC fell 14-3 in game two to earn a split.
The Tornados were the home team for both games after the doubleheader was moved from Brevard to Anderson because of inclement weather.
Game 1: Brevard 4, Anderson 1
Jamie Hrobak (W, 15-8) earned her seventh win in as many games in the opener, holding the Trojans to one run on six hits and a walk in the complete-game effort. The sophomore fanned 7 in her 16th complete game of the season.
The Trojans scored their lone run in the top of the 1st before BC answered with two runs in the bottom half of the inning and added two more in the 6th.
Kinsey Parrish connected on a two-run homer in the 1st to give BC a 2-1 lead before Alyssa Miller knocked a solo shot in the 6th to make it a two-run lead. Emily Boykin added an insurance run later in the 6th with a two-out RBI single.
Game 2: Anderson 14, Brevard 3
Anderson jumped on BC starter Alyssa Miller (L, 3-10) for nine runs in the 1st inning of game two, knocking the senior from the circle in favor of Casey Whitaker with two outs in the opening frame.
The Tornados responded with two runs in the bottom of the 1st on an Boykin's two-run single, but the Trojans tacked on four more runs in the 4th and one in the 5th put the game out of reach for BC.
The Tornados didn't go down without a fight, scoring their third run with two outs in the bottom of the 5th on a Parrish RBI triple.
The Tornados return to action on Friday as they visit the Catawba Indians for a SAC doubleheader at Whitley Field.


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This higher expectation of surface quality challenges producers to closely monitor the surface condition of their casting beds. Many production managers are now spending some of that "saved" crew pouring time on care and maintenance of the bed's surface.
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Engineers at MILCO Concrete Concepts wanted to develop an approach for precast operations that used a special adhesive as the glue to an inexpensive forming system. Introducing the MILCO Spray Adhesive System accomplished this.
At the heart of the system is the MILCO adhesive-based form attachment. Working with engineers from 3M, developers created an adhesive that sturdily anchors forms for the tough demands of precast pours. The manufacturer reports that some producers have been able to use their set-ups for 50 pours.
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Figgie, I have no words.
Quote from: GreenEyedHawk on April 25, 2013, 10:34:40 PMFiggie, I have no words.POD. That is absolutely appalling.
An interesting article on sample gluttony. One man was actually arrested and charged with 3 misdemeanors for filling produce bags full of samples and freebies. He did a year of probation but is now suing the store for violating his civil rights.http://money.msn.com/saving-money-tips/post.aspx?post=9bd235ea-6fe7-4486-89bf-30e6ce887e7d
Quote from: Bottlecaps on April 25, 2013, 10:43:10 PMQuote from: GreenEyedHawk on April 25, 2013, 10:34:40 PMFiggie, I have no words.POD. That is absolutely appalling.I agree, appalling. And despicable.
I was once cajoled to watch a knife demo at Sam's Club, whereupon watching it, I'd get a free knife. I watched but could not bring myself to join the horde getting their knives because I knew I was not going to buy.
That reminds me of some my best friend's relatives (yes, there's more than one or two persons who actually do that) who will bring tupperware to any family gathering, be it weddings, birthdays or funerals.
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'"We're in real tough shape," Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said. "You take out three of your top "D' and that hurts the team."'
Archives for February 2004
Sabres' free fall continues
Buffalo sees its future as Amerks come to town
'The Sabres dressed rookie tough guy Andrew Peters for only the second time in 17 games Saturday night against the Ottawa Senators in the Corel Centre. Eric Boulton was a healthy scratch.'
Jeanneret visits hospital
'Jeanneret, 61, had been experiencing chest discomfort for a few days and decided to seek medical attention upon arriving at the Corel Centre. He was taken to a nearby hospital, where tests ruled out a heart problem. He was given a clean bill of health and flew back with the team following the Sabres' 7-1 loss.'
Lucky 7's for Senators
'Coach Lindy Ruff has been openly critical of netminders Noronen and Martin Biron, having hooked his starting goaltender in three of the Sabres' previous seven games. Last night, he opted to let Noronen finish what he started, throwing up his hands about what to do next.'
Big Z a big-time player
'Chara is now plus-37.'
Rayser's got sharp wit
'Heading into his first NHL game of the year, and his first time facing the team for which he had 3,189 PIMs in 889 career games, Ray admitted he had some butterflies. "I was nervous, more nervous today than before the first game I played (for Ottawa) last year," he said afterwards. "Playing friends, and an organization that was so good to me and I'd been around 15 or 16 years … it was difficult."'
Game story
'The distinctive voice of Sabres play-by-play man Rick Jeanneret was missing after he was taken to hospital before the game after experiencing chest pains.'
Ottawa 7, Buffalo 1
'"We started well, we got the first goal and, after that, they kept coming,'' Noronen said. "From my point of view, I let in one or two easy goals and we couldn't bounce back.'''
Ottawa 7, Buffalo 1
'The Senators held a 16-5 advantage in shots during the period and poured it on in the third. Peter Bondra scored at 5:40, Marian Hossa tallied two minutes later and grinder Chris Neil hit the net at 16:08.'
Sens Big Guns Shoot Down Buffalo
'Meanwhile, the Buffalo defense has started a dangerous trend for a team trying to chase down the final playoff spot. In the last four games Buffalo has been out-scored 23-5.'
Sabres vs. Senators
'The Senators are 14-0-3-2 in the Corel Centre since Dec. 13.'
Sens aim to dull Sabres
'"There's no question that Buffalo is a big thorn in our side because they play such a patient game. For us to win, we can't afford to give an 80-85% effort. We have to make sure that we're all giving 100%."'
Game Day
'The Senators will be starting G Patrick Lalime tonight, but who will be in net for the Sabres is anyone's guess. Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff pulled both G Martin Biron and G Mika Noronen in the club's two games before last night's tilt with the New York Islanders. In fact, the Sabres' starter has been replaced in three of the last six games.'
Sabres flunk four-point test
'"We didn't give up very much," said Sabres coach Lindy Ruff. "We created three times more chances than we gave up. I thought we did everything but score. What's demoralizing is that a couple of their goals were tough goals. We need a little better goaltending performance. We needed a couple more saves. We can't give up four goals a game."'
Time's up for Sabres, party's over
'Yeah, I know. The Sabres still have 18 games remaining and can rescue their season if they get on another tear. The truth is the first hot streak was nothing short of miraculous. Everything, and I mean everything, fell into place when the Sabres took off with a 9-1-1 record. Yes, it could happen again. Mika Noronen might score again, too.'


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By John Boyle Herald Columnist
TACOMA — On a weekend when Washington's state wrestling tournament was celebrating its 25th year, one unfortunate distraction hung over Mat Classic XXV.
No really, it was hanging there from the Tacoma Dome's upper deck, a big banner that read, "Save Olympic Wrestling."
Earlier this week, as hundreds of wrestlers prepared for state, the International Olympic Committee's executive board voted to eliminate one of the Olympics' oldest sports after the 2016 Games. And while that vote did not seal wrestling's Olympic fate — a final vote will be held in September — it did deal a huge blow to the sport.
"It's a tough blow," said Marysville Pilchuck coach Craig Iversen. "Our sport is very successful. We're filling up the Tacoma Dome, kids are excited to be here, and for the top level to not be recognized would very damaging to this sport."
Losing Olympic wrestling would be damaging not because a bunch of the kids competing this weekend have that in their future, but because of the ripple effect that would occur if the sport's most visible stage was taken away. For years, the number of colleges offering wrestling has been shrinking, and that trend would likely only worsen if the sport is dropped at its highest level.
"Many colleges keep wrestling because it's an Olympic sport," said longtime Lake Stevens coach Brent Barnes. "If it's no longer an Olympic sport, it will definitely have a ripple effect."
And as Lake Stevens junior Logan Johnson points out, he and most everyone else here know the Olympics aren't in their future, but that doesn't mean kids getting into the sport shouldn't have that as a dream like he did when he began wrestling years ago.
"That goal should be there for kids," he said.
If wrestling, a sport that can trace its Olympic origins to 708 B.C., is eliminated, it will go down as one of the dumbest, biggest money-driven moves in Olympic history. And that's saying something. After all, it was just three years ago that Vancouver Winter Olympic organizers had a public relations nightmare on their hands when it became evident that the standing-room-only space they had sold for events at Cypress Mountain did not exist because there wasn't enough snow to cover the hay bales on which fans were supposed to stand. So yeah, the bar's been set pretty low, yet the IOC seems hell-bent on slithering under it.
In the past, Olympic events have been eliminated because too few countries can compete. But while that may have been the reason for softball's elimination, that is most definitely not the case with wrestling. In London last summer, wrestlers from 22 different countries medaled, and 14 countries earned multiple medals. Four years earlier, athletes from 28 different countries medaled. Yes, Russia seems to always take home the most wrestling medals, but this sport is as diverse — 71 countries were represented in last year's games, and women's wrestling is one of the fastest-growing sports in this country and many others — and competitive as there is at the Olympics.
"It's truly an international sport," Barnes said. "It drew from more countries than any other sport at the last Olympics. Knowing that, the diversity of it, women, men, all ethnic backgrounds, all sizes and shapes, it is a unique sport that way.
Despite all of that, wrestling is very much in danger, and sadly, the reason is almost entirely financial. Wrestling wasn't a top-selling ticket in London, and it doesn't get good TV ratings, so if it can be replaced with something newer and flashier that will produce ratings, the IOC says to heck with history and tradition.
"It's stupid," said Lake Stevens senior Eric Soler. "I'm pretty sure the Olympics used to be, what, wrestling and running?"
See, the kids get it. So why can't the IOC? Oh yeah, money. So much good comes from the Olympics, but more than ever, it's a bottom-line-driven entity, just like nearly every other sport we watch. Two years ago, NBC Universal bid $4.38 billion for Olympic broadcasting rights through 2020, and that's just for this country. And apparently if a few more bucks can be squeezed out of the Olympics, well, what's a few thousand years of history, right?
Fortunately wrestling still has a shot. Just as it was the talk of the Mat Classic, this topic has been a big talking point all around the country, not just in the wrestling community, but also for athletes ranging from NFL Pro Bowlers like Roddy White, a former high school wrestler, to winter-sport athletes who are standing up for their summer-Olympic brethren. And that's just in this country.
"It's not done yet," Barnes said. "The outcry around the world is pretty loud right now, and hopefully people can maintain that until they have a vote in September."
Hopefully the IOC can get this one right. Why can't a new event be added — that was the impetus for voting on a sport's removal — without eliminating one? And if a sport absolutely has to be eliminated, why in the world does wrestling get the axe over something like modern pentathlon? And while we're at it, should we really be referring to a sport as "modern" when it debuted at the 1912 Olympics? Or why can't we eliminate trampoline, an event that most closely resembles, well, practice for other sports that involve flipping?
But if Tuesday's vote was the beginning of the end for Olympic wrestling, the impact will be felt at all levels, from the world's best wrestlers who are medal hopefuls, to the kids just hoping to survive until the second day at state.
"It's a crying shame," said Stanwood coach Ray Mather. "It's going to hurt a lot."
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NEWBERRY, S.C.-The Brevard College softball team fell 9-3 and 7-1 to the Newberry Wolves in a South Atlantic Conference doubleheader at the Smith Road Complex on Saturday afternoon.
Game 1: Newberry 9, Brevard 3
Brevard scored three runs over the final two innings but it wasn't enough to overcome an early 6-0 Newberry lead.
Casey Whitaker got BC going in the 6th with an RBI groundout to score Kinny Davis before Kinsey Parrish singled in Dallas Heaton to make it a four-run game.
The Wolves added three more runs in their half of the 6th against BC starter Jamie Hrobak (L, 7-5), who was charged with all nine runs (eight earned) in six innings in the circle.
Michelle Ray and Lauren Parker started the 7th with singles, but BC was only able to push one run across before Newberry's Madison Burn (W, 4-3) halted the rally.
Game 2: Newberry 7, Brevard 1
The Wolves tagged BC starter Alyssa Miller (L, 2-5) for seven runs (six earned) over the first two innings, although the righty didn't record an out in the 2nd inning before being replaced by Hrobak.
The sophomore held the Wolves scoreless for the final six innings but BC struggled to get their offense moving against Newberry's Brittany Mid (W, 9-2).
The Tornados scored their only run of the game in the 3rd when Davis scored on a Newberry fielding error.
The Tornados open South Atlantic Conference on Wednesday as they host the Carson-Newman Eagles for a doubleheader beginning at 1 p.m.


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Lincoln : a president for the ages (original 2012; edition 2012)
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Lincoln : a president for the ages by Karl Weber (Editor) (2012)
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To expose my bias, I am a lover of all things Lincoln. I favor Lincoln yes, but I am also a sharp critic of authors and works when I see flaws in research or writing. When I first saw this book I became exited. Here was something new in the Lincoln field. Here we have serious scholarship about Lincoln. But we also have hypothetical situations that could not possibly ever be answered.
I went in with reservations about what to expect. What I found delighted me and relieved me in a sense that these guys really did know what they were writing about. Even theoretical examples show the abilities of these writers and researchers. Since none of these essays are longer than 24 pages they can be read quickly and can be read in any order without worry of missing something from a skipped chapter.
A good companion to the movie and a good addition to any Lincoln Library. Though I would not highly recommend this, I would say that if you are looking for something a bit different from the usual Lincoln-fare, Woman's Suffrage, Atomic bombs, The Roosevelts, the War on Terror would fit the bill and then some.
Speculative history is always a tricky subject. No one can tell for certain how Lincoln would have performed in the 20th century or even in the years following his unfortunate assassination. I would not recommend the book to an undergraduate history class; however, I think it could be used with fascinating results as an example of historical bias among authors (not a negative as it is present in all works). I personally found it an interesting study in our need to make history contemporary... as well as a lighthearted, interesting read!
This is a good way to describe what this book is largely about. A variety of scholars take a chapter each and consider what Lincoln might have done had he lived in a different time. Would he have dropped an atomic bomb on Japan? Would he have supported women's suffrage or gay rights?
Speculation? Sure. And yet it is not the answer to these possibilities that make this book so fascinating. In trying to address the question, each author has to take a close and intimate look at who Abraham Lincoln was in the context of his own time. It is not "what would Lincoln do?" but "what DID Lincoln do and why did he do it?" Therein lies the appeal of this book, at least to this reader! I am a devoted fan of Lincoln and all I can truly say about this book is that it was extremely satisfying and that I highly recommend it. I can't wait to watch the movie which I just bought!
A companion book to the film, "Lincoln: A President for the Ages," produced by Participant Media and featuring a picture of actor Daniel Day-Lewis as Lincoln on the cover, has found an intriguing way to match this aspect of Spielberg's movie. After introductory essays more closely tied to the film, its characters, and its themes, several Lincoln scholars are asked to consider how Lincoln might have faced subsequent challenges in American history.
Frequently, counter-factual history involves flights of fancy that veer towards the ridiculous. Here, though, significant historians who have experience writing about Lincoln and his era offer speculations rooted in the 19th Century context of Lincoln's decisions and actions. Three scholars consider Lincoln and the World War II era: Daniel Farber on executive power, James Takkach on the Hiroshima bomb, and Allen Guelzo on the end of the war. Jean Baker explores Lincoln and women's suffrage, while Frank Williams imagines how Lincoln might approach the war on terror. Two others consider Lincoln as public speaker and writer in today's media climate: Douglas Wilson on how Lincoln might shape public opinion with television and the Internet and Richard Carwardine on the specific issue of religious rhetoric. And the ubiquitous Harold Holzer concludes the book with a look at Lincoln and the culture of celebrity.
By and large, each of these essays is strong and most take a similar approach. After introducing their chosen anachronistic issue, the historians plumb the Lincoln record, describing how Lincoln approached similar issues in his own time, such as the development of military technology or Lincoln's calculated shaping of his public image. This analysis is followed by consideration of how the similarities between Lincoln's period and the more recent and then delicate inferences of how Lincoln might have reacted to those later issues. Surprisingly, the most gingerly argument is made by Baker, who concludes that Lincoln could barely imagine women having the right to vote -- an issue one might reasonably assume Lincoln must actually have considered at some point in his life, as opposed to dropping an atomic bomb or dealing with television.
The opening chapters cover more expected ground in a movie companion-book. The book's editor, Karl Weber, contributes an essay, "The Faces of Lincoln," which chronicles the physical portrayal of Lincoln in photographs during his lifetime and in other art forms, including movies, in the generations thereafter. The actress Gloria Reuben, who portrays Mary Lincoln's confidant Elizabeth Keckley in Spielberg's movie, writes of her research and the process, and the deep emotion, of bringing the former slave turned businesswoman to the screen. And, as the abolition of slavery is the central drama of the movie, it is appropriate that Henry Louis Gates contributes an essay evaluating Lincoln and his approach to slavery and race relations; Gates has spent recent years considering this issue and his scholarship, along with his judicious approach, shine in the book's most sophisticated contribution.
Overall, the essays are interesting and informative. The one exception is an interview with Andrew Ferguson, author of the highly enjoyable "Land of Lincoln," which considers the pervasive Lincoln in modern American culture. Partially, this is due to the form: next to the other carefully crafted essays, the question and response format seems haphazard; mostly, though, it is due to Ferguson not offering much of interest in his answers. Still, this is hardly reason to ignore the otherwise strong collection assembled here.
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Spatula ice cupcakes. Tint remaining buttercream icing various colors. With tinted icings, on flower nail, pipe tip 104 roses with tip 12 bases. Position roses on cupcakes. Pipe tip 352 leaves.
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WATCH: PSY & Snoop Dogg Discuss Superman's red underpants on 'GGN News'
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Despite being busy working on his next viral hit, PSY managed to find some time this week to stop by Snoop Dogg's YouTube show, GGN News. Things got a little edgier than PSY's usual safe interviews, with the pair discussing their favorite booze, how the toilet scene from "Gangnam Style" came about, and best of all, the alluring charm of Superman's red underpants.
"Superman," said PSY when asked to choose his favorite superhero. "Because of his sexy red pants. In fact, we've lost how sexy it is, but it's really sexy. The red pants on, outside the pants, that's a really sexy thing."
How you doin', PSY!


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We serve children and families from twelve weeks to kindergarten age with specially designed infant, toddler, preschool and kindergarten classrooms, which emphasize developmentally appropriate experiences for the children and is regarded as one of the finest facilities of its kind in California. Children are admitted into the various programs regardless of income, religion, ethnicity, gender, culture, language, or developmental differences, based upon enrollment space availability.
Our program is proud of our highly trained and qualified staff certified in early childhood education, many of whom hold advanced degrees in child development or related fields. The Fairplex Child Development Center also serves as a professional development school for students enrolled in the University of La Verne's early childhood education program. This partnership with the University ensures that the Center's program incorporates the highest standards to encourage optimum child development opportunities.
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Rebecca Norris, Psychologists, LCPCs, LCSWs and MD
Appalachian Behavioral Health Center (301)724-7277
507 Henderson Avenue, Cumberland, Maryland 21502
ABHC offers Marriage/Couples and family counseling. Our professional staff consists of Psychologists, LCPCs, LCSWs, and Psychiatry. We want you and your significant other and/or family to work togther as a team and build a foundation that will last a lifetime!!


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Peanut Butter Brownies
Popular food blogger, Tracey Wilhelmsen of Tracey's Culinary Adventures, made these brownies just for BettyConfidential readers!
-Tracey Wilhelmsen of Tracey's Culinary Adventures; recipe adapted from Butterwood Desserts, West Falls, New York via Gourmet, October 2007
Tracey Wilhelmsen is the attorney-slash-cook behind the uber-popular (and fun!) food blog, Tracey's Culinary Adventures. When she first started her blog, she was a complete novice in the kitchen. But, through determination and a lot of research, Tracey now churns out delicious recipes for desserts, baked goods, and more — sharing all of her delicious finds with her readers.
We are honored that Tracey has baked these Peanut Butter Brownies just for BettyConfidential readers and is sharing the recipe with us. She says of the brownies:
"If you like chocolate and peanut butter, these fabulous brownies are for you! They have a ton of peanut butter flavor and a texture that is reminiscent of a blondie. I added peanut butter chips for extra peanut butter goodness, but you could definitely use all chocolate chips if you prefer. The brownies are delicious even without the ganache (my favorite way to eat them), but if you want to take them to the next level, the ganache adds shine, richness and even more chocolate flavor."
All we can say is thank you, thank you, thank you Tracey!
Ingredients for Brownies:
2 sticks (1/2 pound) unsalted butter, softened
1 3/4 cups sugar
1 cup creamy peanut butter
2 large eggs plus 1 large yolk
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup peanut butter chips
Ingredients for Ganache:
1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips (9 ounces)
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
1. To make the brownies: Preheat your oven to 350 F. Spray a 13x9x2-inch baking pan with cooking spray, then line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper and spray the parchment with cooking spray.
2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the peanut butter to the mixer and beat until incorporated. Beat in the whole eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla. Reduce the mixer speed to low, then mix in the flour and salt until just combined.
3. Add the chocolate and peanut butter chips to the mixer bowl and mix briefly to distribute them evenly, then spread the batter in the baking pan, smoothing the top.
4. Bake until the brownies are deep golden, puffed on top and a toothpick inserted in the center come out with a few crumbs attached, about 40 to 45 minutes. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, about 1 1/2 hours.
5. To make the ganache: Place the chocolate chips (1 1/2 cups) in a heatproof bowl.
6. Bring the cream to a boil in a small saucepan, then pour over chocolate chips and let the mixture stand for one minute. Gently whisk in the butter until it is incorporated, the chocolate is melted, and a smooth mixture forms.
7. Spread the ganache on the cooled brownies and let stand until set, about 15 minutes. The brownies will keep for three days when stored in an airtight container.
For more recipes, visit our Recipe File. And, make sure to check out Tracey's blog, Tracey's Culinary Adventures.


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Sierra Nevada > Yosemite National Park > Pywiack Dome > Climber's Log
Pywiack Dome Climber's Log
[ Sign the Climber's Log ]
|Route Climbed: Zee Tree Date Climbed: July 2003
|Weather looked a little iffy for an alpine rock climb (Tenaya peak was slated for that day) so we decided to try something where it would be easy to bail if the weather turned. This seemed better than sitting around camp wondering if the thunderheads would attack or not. At the top of the third pitch the attack came. The water was pouring off the slabs, filling our shoes and chalkbags. The ensuing pea sized hail gathered up to a meter deep at the base of the slabs as it fell and slithered down the rock face. Needless to say we rappeled off, and got a further soaking as our plates effectivly wrung out our ropes in our faces. Those stories about climbers on domes and big walls wondering if they were going to drown in a thunderstorm suddenly didn't seem so silly.
We thought we had it bad until we remebered seeing little tiny climber dots on Cathedral Peak as we were racking up at the car. Bet they had even more fun....
|Posted Aug 10, 2004 6:31 am
|Route Climbed: Dike Route Date Climbed: July 25, 2004
|I really enjoyed following this. I thought the walkoff down the backside was way scarier than the climb - I guess because I was following my excellent partner, Rob.
|Posted Jul 27, 2004 12:18 am
|Route Climbed: Zee Tree Date Climbed: June 2004
|What a great climb and a gorgeous day. Very fun dihedral near the top. Beautiful views and fabulous company.
|Posted Jun 28, 2004 8:34 pm
|Route Climbed: Dike Route Date Climbed: Summer 1994?
|Typical Tuolumne runout route... Rusty 1/4" bolts protect the crux (as of 1994 or so).
Have also done Zee Tree twice.
|Posted Jun 25, 2004 10:43 am
|Route Climbed: Various Date Climbed: 1990's
Golden bars 11.b
Needle and spoon 10.a
Dike route 5.9 (twice)
|Posted Jun 25, 2004 12:56 am
|Route Climbed: Zee Tree Date Climbed: 19 June, 2004
|Went up this gem of a climb with Lara (her first multi-pitcher). Got a late start of 11.43, topping out at 18.52 (due to it being her first multi-pitch climb, & only my 2nd weekend trad' climbing of the season, it took us an extraordinarily long time!). Nonetheless a great climb- great friction climbing with just the right amount of bolts, + a sweet lieback to finish off the climb. For me, getting to the 1st anchor above the "4th class (yeah, right- I'd call the last 15-20' to it 5.3 or so, with major exposure)" was the crux. The rappel incident was an interesting way to end the day :)
|Posted Jun 24, 2004 4:53 pm
|Route Climbed: Zee Tree Date Climbed: Multiple
|May 30, 2004 - With Etsuko
July 24, 2005 - With Pavel
June 24, 2006 - With Etsuko after getting turned back from Pennyroyal Arches due to difficult creek crossings
A modern classic, no doubt!
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Meat Loaf launching second Vegas engagement
Listen to Meat Loaf on iHeartRadio
Meat Loaf is back in Las Vegas. The rocker is kicking off another run of his "RockTellz & CockTails" show at Planet Hollywood Thursday night. He says his show is packed with hits mixed with a bit of standup and with moments where he plays different characters and interacts with the audience.
Meat tells Fox411 he does his best to sing everyone's favorites, but admits that's "impossible," because "everybody wants a different song." But he says he has no problem singing the hits.
The singer adds that he's performed "Bat Out Of Hell" and "Paradise By The Dashboard Light" in every show he's ever given since 1977 -- and "it's like the first time" every time. But Meat confesses there is one song he always dreads performing. He says it's "like being attacked by vampires" when his band launches into "Anything For Love," because that song was such a huge international hit that the pressure to deliver "is immense."
Meat Loaf will give a total of 24 "RockTellz & CockTails" shows over the next two months. He's scheduled to perform on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays through April 8th. More information is available at www.PlanetHollywoodResort.com.
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SAN FRANCISCO -- Cantaloupe Systems has entered into a partnership with Unified Strategies Group to offer the buying consortium its Seed Telemetry, Seed Pro and Seed Cashless solutions.
Cantaloupe said its remote machine monitoring and reporting technology will allow USG to offer its 700-plus operator members a fully integrated platform that reduces the overall investment needed for telemetry, cashless and advanced vending management systems. USG members now benefit from a special "buy one, get one free" offer on Seed devices for companies committing to full telemetry and cashless rollouts.
Cantaloupe Systems reportedly has more than 30,000 machines online with USG's installed base and said it plans to double that number by the end of 2012.
"USG is committed to supporting its members that are transitioning to a business model built on telemetry and cashless vending," said USG vice-president Chris Stave. "The use of telemetry devices, integrated with analytic software and cashless processing, provides vending operators the tools to gain great efficiencies in their businesses and transitions them to a more retail-oriented business model."
Cantaloupe Systems' Seed Platform enables cashless purchases and supports Google Wallet and other mobile payment solutions. It gathers data from machines wirelessly over the Internet, enabling optimized scheduling that delivers maximum route and merchandising efficiencies. By analyzing inventory levels, cash in the machine and geographic considerations, the Web-based application automatically generates the most efficient delivery schedules and pick lists based on real-time, item-level sales data.
Warehouse personnel use this information to load orders for each machine, providing drivers with more time to focus on servicing their routes.
The platform also gives vending operators tools to reconcile daily cash collection and capture spoilage and inventory variances. SeedSync, a customizable tool that is part of Seed, integrates all collected data with existing vending management or other software packages. Seed technology is currently installed in more than 70,000 vending machines.
USA Technologies (Malvern, PA) struck a similar agreement with USG in December as a preferred telemetry and cashless vending provider to the buying group. | SEE STORY


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This stylish Jenn-Air® Ice Machine, ready for your custom panel, provides a generous, continuous and conveniently accessible supply of clear, fresh ice. Perfect for entertaining, this frost-free Ice Machine stores 25 pounds of ice and creates up to 50 pounds in 24 hours. Custom Overlay Design - Cabinet Depth but Not Fully Integrated (Comes Right-Hand Door Swing but Reversible)
Replaceable water filter reduces unpleasant tastes, odors and contaminants to provide fresh, clean water for crystal-clear ice. Status lights remind you when to order and replace a filter.
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Google's Nexus One is manufactured by Taiwan-based High Tech Computer (HTC). This device features dynamic noise suppression from Audience, a large 3.7-inch OLED display and a 1GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset.
Running on Android 2.1, the software includes innovations like a voice-enabled keyboard so users can speak into any text field.
The Nexus One also comes with popular Google applications, including Gmail, Google Voice and Google Maps Navigation.
The Nexus One can be purchased at the Google hosted web store without operator service or with service from T-Mobile USA.
- Wireless broadband developments in Southeast Asia markets
As of 2013, the 10 ASEAN nations had a total of over 700 million mobile subscriptions, with the CAGR from 2003-2013 reaching 24%. This Digitimes Research Special Report analyzes the various mobile broadband markets in ASEAN and looks at the respective trends in 4G LTE development for those markets.
- 2015 global tablet demand forecast
This Digitimes Research Special Report provides a 2015 forecast for the global tablet market and analyzes the strategies of key market players such as Google, Apple, Intel, and Microsoft.
- 2015 China smartphone panel trend forecast
This Digitimes Research Special Report analyzes the strategies of key China-based major panel makers BOE, Tianma and IVO for attacking the different market segments through technology and pricing, and their relationship to local vendors Huawei, Lenovo, ZTE, Xiaomi and Coolpad.


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Orleans Parish Athletic Director Ron Gearing To Collect Eddie Robinson Award
Friday, August 2, 2013
Ron Gearing loves New Orleans. He loves his job of governing public school athletics in the Crescent City. He embraces the opportunity to promote and provide opportunities for the young men and women in the public school system who do not have the financial resources of other more fortunate young men and women.


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Kiere - from Pearland, TX
You don't indicate which icing you are preparing. For any icing, sifting your powdered/confectioners' sugar before using is a good first step. Once sifted, make sure you treat the sugar gently (for example, spoon into measuring cups, don't scoop, which can compact the sugar again).
For buttercream, it's also important to cream (beat) the butter/shortening or just shortening well so that it's smooth, with no lumps, before adding the sugar. Large lumps of fat can cause the sugar to clump/lump as well.
Finally, if you're doing all of the above and you're still getting lumping, check how well your mixer is working. Sometimes if the beater(s) isn't/aren't aligned correctly, they can cause the ingredients to lump.


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PHOTOS: H&M Releases New Pics of David Beckham
David Beckham is showing his sumtin' sumtin' for another H&M underwear campaign.
There are no words for his godly body. This is the BEST we've seen him EVER look! H&M released pics of the 38-year-old soccer player modeling swimshorts, boardshorts and tighty whiteys.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE PICS: dailymail.co.uk
Source: Glen Luchford / H&M via dailymail.co.uk
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REPORT: Robin Williams Cremated, Ashes Scattered in San Fran Bay
The late Robin Williams is reportedly free at sea.
Citing what it says is the actor's official death certificate, TMZ.com says Williams was cremated the day after he died and that his ashes were scattered in San Francisco Bay.
According to the website, the document says cause of death is "pending investigation." Toxicology tests are also still pending. Williams was found dead in his home in Tiburon, California last Monday, August 11th.
Marin County authorities said the actor died from "asphyxia due to hanging" and that a belt was found around his neck.
His widow, Susan Schneider, said Robin had been suffering from anxiety and severe depression at the time of his death but said his sobriety was intact.


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November 16, 2012 -- The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Brass Ring Awards, recognizing the best of the best in the attractions industry, brought hundreds of finalists from amusement parks, water parks, zoos, aquariums, museums, and family entertainment centers around the world to hear the 2012 IAAPA Brass Ring Award winners announced. The ceremony took place in the IAAPA Theatre presented by the Wanda Group located on the IAAPA Attractions Expo 2012 trade show floor.
The tradition of the brass ring in the attractions industry dates back to the carousels of the late 1800s when rings were suspended above riders; low enough to reach, but high enough to pose a challenge. Most rings were made of iron, so grabbing the brass ring was the rare and cherished prize. Skilled riders who grabbed a brass ring earned a second ride on the carousel. Today, the term 'brass ring' is synonymous with high achievement in the attractions industry.
The top honors are given to companies and individuals for excellence in: marketing, live entertainment, human resources, retail, family entertainment centers, new product development, trade show exhibits at IAAPA Attractions Expo, and new this year, food and beverage excellence.
The 2012 IAAPA Brass Ring Awards Winners are:
*Some marketing awards are divided into the following class distinctions:
Class 1: Family Entertainment Centers (FECs) and attractions with annual attendance less than 250,000
Class 2: Zoos and aquariums
Class 3: Amusement parks and attractions—including water parks—with annual attendance of 250,001-1 million
Class 4: Amusement parks and attractions—including water parks—with annual attendance of more than 1 million
Television Commercial
Class 1: Triple Play Family Fun Park, Hayden, Idaho, USA; www.3play.com Class 2: St. Louis Zoo, St. Louis, Missouri, USA; www.stlzoo.org Class 3: Calgary Stampede, Calgary, Alberta, Canada; www.calgarystampede.com
Class 4: Grona Lund, Stockholm, Sweden; www.gronalund.com/en
Radio Commercial
Class 1: Triple Play Family Fun Park, Hayden, Idaho, USA; www.3play.com Class 2: The Florida Aquarium, Tampa, Florida, USA; http://www.flaquarium.org
Class 3: Elitch Gardens, Denver, Colorado, USA; elitchgardens.com Class 4: Legoland California, Carlsbad, California, USA; Carlsbad, California, USA; california.legoland.com
Public Relations Programming
Class 1: Adventure Landing, Jacksonville Beach, Florida, USA; www.adventurelanding.com
Class 2: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, Cleveland, Ohio, USA; www.clemetzoo.com
Class 3: Six Flags America, Upper Marlboro, Maryland, USA; www.sixflags.com/america
Class 4: Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, USA; www.dollywood.com
Outdoor Advertising
Hopi Hari, Sao Paulo, Brazil; www.hopihari.com.br/home/Default.aspx
Integrated Marketing
Detroit Zoological Society, Detroit, Michigan, USA; www.detroitzoo.org
Digital Marketing
Ocean Park Hong Kong, Aberdeen, Hong Kong, SAR, China; www.oceanpark.com.hk
The Heart Beat Award recognizes the show that demonstrates superior overall ability in reaching the hearts of its audience.
Winner: "Iceploration," Busch Gardens Tampa, Tampa, Florida, USA;www.seaworldparks.com/buschgardens-tampa
The Spirit Award recognizes IAAPA members committed to excellence in training and professional development in the area of entertainment.
Winner: "Meghan Hakey," Santa's Village, Jefferson, New Hampshire, USA; www.santasvillage.net
Best Atmosphere/Street Show Performance/Act
The Longshoremen in Bubble Trouble," SeaWorld Orlando, Florida, USA;
Best Live "Edutainment Show"
Dollywood's Imagination Playhouse Featuring the Penguin Players," Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, USA; www.dollywood.com
Best Sports Show
"Iceploration," Busch Gardens Tampa, Tampa, Florida, USA;
Best Female Performer
Chandler Nicole Sherrill, Hersheypark, Hershey, Pennsylvania, USA; www.hersheypark.com
Best Male Performer
Peter Vawter, Universal Studios Japan, Konohana-ku, Osaka, Japan; www.usj.co.jp/e
Best Overall Production: Budget of $25,000 or Less
"Skulls Eye - The Search for the Enchanted Crown," Legoland California, Carlsbad, California, USA; california.legoland.com
Best Overall Production: Budget of $25,001 - $50,000
"Carnevil," Six Flags Over Georgia, Austell, Georgia, USA; www.sixflags.com/overGeorgia/index.aspx
Best Overall Production: Budget of $50,001 - $100,000
"Scaremonies," Ocean Park Hong Kong, Aberdeen, Hong Kong, SAR; www.oceanpark.com.hk
Best Overall Production: Budget of $100,001 - $200,000
"Liseberg Isshow," Liseberg, Goteborg, Sweeden; www.liseberg.com
Best Overall Production: Budget of $200,001 - $400,000
"Imperio Show," Europa-Park, Rust, Germany; www.europapark.de
Best Overall Production: Budget of $400,001 - $700,000
"Pop City," Pacific National Exhibition, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; www.pne.ca
Best Overall Production of $700,001 - $1,000,000
"Mysteria," Europa-Park, Rust, Germany; www.europapark.de
Best Overall Production: Budget of $1,000,001 or More
"Disney Dreams!," Disneyland Paris, Marne la Vallee Cedex 4, France; us.disneylandparis.com
Best Innovation in Food and Beverage
Co-winner:Country specific food in European Section, Europa-Park, Rust, Germany; www.europapark.de
Co-winner: Polles Keuken pancake restaurant, Efteling, Kaatsheuvel, The Netherlands; www.efteling.com
Best New Menu Item
Boardwalk Blonde and Horsetale Ale, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz, California, USA; www.beachboardwalk.com
Best Innovation in a Training Program — Over 1 million attendance
The Disneyland Resort, Anaheim, California, USA; www.disneyland.disney.go.com
Best Innovation in a Training Program — Under 1 million attendance
Rainbow's End Theme Park, Auckland, New Zealand; www.rainbowsend.co.nz
Best Employee Reward and Recognition Program – Over 1 million attendance
Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, USA; www.dollywood.com
Best Employee Reward and Recognition Program — Under 1 million attendance
Rainbow's End Theme Park, Auckland, New Zealand; www.rainbowsend.co.nz
Soft Good – Over 1 million attendance
Morey's Piers, Wildwood, New Jersey, USA; www.moreyspiers.com
Soft Good – Under 1 million attendance
XPlor, Cancun, Mexico; en.xcaretexperiencias.com/Xplor
Hard Good – Over 1 million attendance
Movie Park Germany, Bottrop, Germany; moviepark.de
Hard Good – Under 1 million attendance
Walibi – Campagnie Des Alpes, Boulogne-Billan Court, France; www.compagniedesalpes.com
Visual Display – Over 1 million attendance
Ocean Park Hong Kong, Aberdeen, Hong Kong, SAR; www.oceanpark.com.hk
Visual Display – Under 1 million attendance
Dolphin Quest, Waikola, Hawaii, USA; www.dolphinquest.com
Judges Choice Award
Disneyland Hat, The Disneyland Resort, Anaheim, California, USA; www.disneyland.disney.go.com
North America
Funspot America, Orlando, Florida, USA; www.funspotattractions.com/index/index.php
Skemmtigardur Smaralind, Iceland; http://www.skemmtigardur.is
Impact Award recognizes the best new product or service in the amusement parks and attractions industry.
Winner: Hydromagnetic Mammoth, ProSlide Technology Inc., Ottawa, Canada; www.proslide.com
Major Theme/Amusement Park Ride/Attraction
Kiddie Ride/Attraction
Sky Tykes, Ropes Courses, Inc., Allegan, Michigan, USA; www.ropescoursesinc.com
Waterpark Ride/Attraction
Hydromagnetic Mammoth, ProSlide Technology Inc., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada; www.proslide.com
Family Entertainment Center Ride/Attraction
Thunder Volt Speedway Gas Go-kart operating system, Amusement Products, Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA; www.amusepro.com
Coin-Operated Kiddie Ride
Skatebart, MPGroup Srl- Dedem Automatica, Reggio Emilia, Italy; www.mpgroup-italy.com/oldsite/esp/chi-siamo.html
Technology Applied to Amusement
SilkGel, WhiteWater West Industries Ltd., Richmond, British Columbia, Canada; www.whitewaterwest.com
Coin-Operated Arcade and Redemption Equipment
Stinky Feet FEC, Bob`s Space Racers, Inc., Daytona Beach, Florida, USA; www.bobsspaceracers.com
Revenue & Admission Control/Wristbands/RFID Technology
Q-Band, Lo-Q plc, Twyford, Berkshire, United Kingdom; www.lo-q.com
Services/Equipment and Supplies
Avius Optimus, Avius, Bournemouth DORS, United Kingdom; www.AviusInsight.com
Arcade Video Game or Prize Dispensing Attraction
Dark Escape 4D, Namco America Inc., Elk Grove Village, Illinois, USA; www.namcoamerica.com
Games and Merchandise
GSX, Picsolve International Ltd., Orlando, Florida, USA; www.picsolve.biz
Food Services
Robofusion Frozen Yogurt/Ice Cream Single Arm Kiosk, RoboFusion Inc., Charleston, South Carolina, USA; www.robofusion.com
Show Production & Entertainment/Displays
RT-ES4 Retrofit 90-watt Luminaire, Crossroads LED LLC, Owasso, Oklahoma, USA; www.crossroadsled.com
Image Award given to the best exhibit based on booth design, branding, staffing and overall appeal at IAAPA Attractions Expo. Winner: Daniels Wood Land Inc., Paso Robles, California, USA; www.danielswoodland.com
100 - 299 square feet
Themendous, Booth #1067, Union City, New Jersey, USA; www.themendous.com
300 - 599 square feet
Hopkins Rides, Booth #2031, Richmond, British Columbia, Canada; www.hopkinsrides.com
600 - 1,099 square feet
Funtopia, Booth #457, Sofia, Bulgaria; www.funtopia.eu
1,100 + square feet
Daniels Wood Land Inc., Booth #3062, Paso Robles, CA, USA; www.danielswoodland.com
The IAAPA Brass Ring Awards are presented annually during IAAPA Attractions Expo, the largest worldwide gathering of amusement park and attractions industry professionals. The conference and trade show is produced by the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA).
The Silver sponsor for this year's event is SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc.
Supporting sponsors include: Heartbeat Productions, Inc., Holy Land Experience, Matt Davenport Productions, Inc., RWS and Associates Entertainment, Inc.


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Journey Stories is here!
July 11th, 2012
When you hear the word "journey" what comes to mind? A road trip, moving to a new place, or overcoming an obstacle? This summer there will be numerous opportunities to explore the theme of "journey stories" as Cecil County Public Library is proud to partner with the Cecil County Arts Council and the Cecil County Historical Society to welcome the Smithsonian exhibit, "Journey Stories."
We invite you to share in the musical journey story of Bernard Purdie, who grew up in Elkton and went on to international success as the world's most recorded drummer. On the evening of Monday, July 16, Mr. Purdie will share what he learned as a boy of Cecil County and the development of his skills and career. Click here to sign up.
On Tuesday, July 17, journeys of a very different kind will be shared by three diverse panelists that cover interesting time periods of the 20th century. Bishop Basil Losten will describe the migration of Ukrainian immigrants to the Chesapeake City area in the early part of the century, where they settled to help work on the C&D Canal. They brought traditions and religion from their homeland. Olga Stavrakis will share the harrowing tale of her family's escape from wartorn Europe after years of drifting from country to country in search of peace. Her father, Dr. Peter Stavrakis was forced to work for the Nazis and later helped his family escape the persecution of Stalinist Russia. The Stavrakis family escaped to America with little in their possession except hope. Learn this family's harrowing story and their eventual settlement in Cecil County. Elkton Commissioner Charles Givens will then share his experiences in the educational arena through the civil rights era. Click here to sign up.
If the journeys of this panel capture you, consider attending two in-depth discussions on these topics. Olga Stavrakis will delve into the details of her family's escape from Europe and the hardships they endured, detailing the fascinating series of events that led to their arrival in America. She will speak at the Cecilton Branch Library on Monday, July 16 at 2pm. Bishop Losten will offer an in-depth discussion of the Ukrainian community of Chesapeake City at a talk at the Chesapeake City Branch Library on Tuesday, July 17 at 10:30 am.
These events are only the beginning of the wide-reaching discussion of Journey Stories programs that will be offered from now until October. We encourage you to attend and invite you to share your stories. Call 410-996-5600 ext. 481 for more information or to sign up for any of our Journey Stories programs.
Get a sneak peak of the wonderful programs and exhibits to come by clicking here to see a gallery of historical Cecil County photos. Many thanks to the Cecil County Historical Society for sharing these gems. What programs are you planning to attend?
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We are very proud to announce that we have now successfully affiliated with the BWA.This means we are now officially a wrestling team as well as MMA. anyone who wants to register with the BWA and compete in wrestling can do so through us.Anyone registered with us is entitled to train with the Sottish wrestling team.Sean Keogh is the teams head coach who has competed in the Commonwealth games and came second in the all American national championships whilst completing his scholarship.This is just to mention few of his achievements.
Hopefully this is a step in the right direction for MMA as we are affiliated with a recognised governing body of a Olympic sport.BWA is also part of FILA which is one of the worlds biggest grappling governing bodies.I would like to thank BWA for recognising us as a official wrestling club and giving us the oppertunity to be on board and hopefully progress MMA.


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Burton Youth Tinder Backpack
On the trail or trekking to class, add an adventurous flair to the everyday with rucksack styling, laptop storage, and accessory stashes.
Vintage rucksack styling plus tech function gives the Youth Tinder Pack all the personality and function needed to make school days a breeze. Digging a bit deeper, this everyday pack features a separate padded laptop compartment and an easy drawstring closure that speeds the task of packing up at work, class, or the coffee shop. Faux leather detailing and dressed up fabrics display a scholarly appearance over the standard, stock backpack.
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