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By Karen Thomas, USA TODAY
The sexy red-satin corset top Kellie Pickler wore on American Idol Tuesday night set a record: It represents the most money ever spent by a contestant on fashion, says Miles Siggins, the show's wardrobe stylist for the past four seasons. He won't reveal the cost.
Pickler has become Idol's style stickler, and she has cranky Simon Cowell to thank for it.
He was particularly crabby March 14, when the 12 finalists hit the stage with fashion guidance for the first time. Cowell told Pickler she looked like Dolly Parton, and she "freaked," says Siggins, who gives style advice to contestants. The singers decide what to wear.
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That night was full of style missteps: Pickler said her false eyelashes felt like "tarantulas." Mandisa's stilettos were unwearable. Cowell said Bucky Covington's stylized mane made him look like Jessica Simpson, and then he embarrassed Kevin Covais, who has since been voted off, by asking, "Are you wearing makeup?"
In recent weeks, judges have been paying attention to style, says celebrity stylist Gena Tuso, who has worked with Pink. "It's the first thing you notice when someone walks on stage."
This year's finalists are the most style-savvy to date, Siggins says. He says they're also more apt than past contestants to supplement the undisclosed fashion stipend they get from the show. But the group still has its fashion challenges:
•Size. Mandisa's Rubenesque figure has become a blessing, Siggins says. Plus-size companies are flooding her with offerings to wear on the show. They "see that she is very comfortable in her style." Questions about her outfits dominate Siggins' Idol blog.
•Balance. Contestants strive for a memorable look, but being too daring results in "cartoony" outfits that are more memorable than the songs, Siggins says. When Paris Bennett wore a yellow frock as she crooned a '50s tune, "she looked fantastic, but no one can remember what she sang."
•Denim. Many in the 2006 class hail from the West Coast and the South, where denim rules. Tuesday's country show was a planned showcase for denim, but singers stick to denim most weeks, anyway. "It limits what you can do," Siggins says. "I'm all for dressing up."
Despite spending "a fortune" and more than 3½ hours shopping for that corset top, Pickler's look was still jeans and a tank top, Siggins says.
"It's been frustrating" how she took Cowell's comments to heart. She has worn only jeans since the critique, Siggins says.
But "who listens to what Simon says about style?"


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FCS recently completed development of a 3-week integrated operations training program for the Alabama Electric Cooperative McWilliams Generating Station simulator. The training program was designed as a guide for training operating technicians on the McWilliams Simulator manufactured by Siemens and ESSCOR. The simulator is a near replica of the McWilliams Station control room and is installed with a duplicate of the actual plant Siemens Teleperm XP DCS. The simulated DCS controls use a new advanced product, TXP-SIM™, developed by ESSCOR that allows the actual plant control screens, control algorithms and controls database to be incorporated into the simulator.
This approach allows the operators to manipulate replica controls and allows the simulator to be maintained current with the plant as changes are made, thus leading to a very realistic training environment. The training program is designed to support consistent and quality training and includes a comprehensive student training manual, instructor and malfunction lesson plans, and performance-based exercises ensuring that all plant personnel can be trained in the most realistic manner possible leading to a more productive workforce.
FCS developed a comprehensive text suitable for use in the instruction of both courses. Instructor support materials included lesson plans, simulated plant systems operating procedures, overall plant startup and shutdown procedures, and overhead transparencies for use in presenting the Systems Review Course and classroom portion of the simulator operations training course. FCS validated the training material by making pilot presentations of both courses with Coffeen Station training and senior operations personnel serving as trainee/evaluators. The quality of the operating procedures incorporated in the program was ensured through validation by senior operations personnel using the simulator. The performance-based technique used to develop the training programs ensures that the CIPS Coffeen Station will receive maximum benefit from their simulator investment.
The simulator was built by Foxboro and ESSCOR and includes FSIM™, an advanced product that allows the entire Foxboro control system, including control blocks, graphics, and data-base, to work in a simulator environment. This will allow PEPCO to keep the simulator current with the plant controls and work in the control system engineering environment on the simulator, greatly expanding the utilization of the simulator beyond operator training.
PEPCO selected FCS to serve as a consultant in their simulator procurement effort based on many successful years of assistance by FCS principals in simulator procurement and training and the direct experience of developing the procurement specification for this simulator. FCS developed a simulator training program and trained the PEPCO simulator instructors. Other areas of assistance included design reviews, factory inspections, validation of plant models to plant data, validation of specification requirements, and factory acceptance testing (FAT). FCS is presently supporting PEPCO providing similar services on their Dickerson Simulator Project.

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I got interested in investing when, as a teenager, I was handed a book that discussed the magical power of compounding. The idea of bringing forward my future retirement by a couple of decades by investing early and allowing compounding to work for me seemed quite delightful. My initial investment forays were into mutual funds and then real estate. I got turned on to investing in publicly traded stocks when, a few years later, I started reading Warren Buffett's letters to shareholders. His concept of taking a business valuation approach to investing in order to beat a volatile and volatile Mr. Market intrigued me. I continued reading Buffett's shareholder letters and armed myself with his basic principles and set out to battle Mr. Market.
The one Buffett principle that I try and keep first and foremost in my mind is his famous rule No. 1, which is "don't lose money." I also try and stay aware of Buffett rule No. 2, which is "don't forget rule No. 1."
Wildcat Exploration Drilling -- How Do You Apply Rule No. 1?
The business model of an offshore exploration company is to go out into the middle of the ocean and drill a well that costs over $100 million, with a success rate that is likely somewhere around 1-in-5. The prospect sizes are enormous, so if they hit oil chances are it is going to be a monster find. However, if they don't hit oil, you have just flushed $100 million down the toilet.
The business model of an exploration company obviously does not fit well with my investing style, which is based on Buffett. Exploration success equals a big win for investors, while exploration failure equals a big loss (all of the cash invested in the well). It is hard to invest in these companies and believe you are following Buffett's rule No. 1.
This presents a bit of a problem for me because I really enjoy following wildcat exploration companies.
Exploration Wells That I Have My Eye On -- Cobalt International
Cobalt International (NYSE:CIE) is my favorite offshore explorer to follow. It isn't hard to see why, as the company is a pure explorer that has amassed a large portfolio of elephant-sized deepwater prospects. Cobalt is an explorer on two fronts, the Gulf of Mexico and offshore Africa.
At the start of 2012, Cobalt's share price roared from $10 to over $30 on news of a monster discovery in offshore Angola, which tested at 7,400 boe/day. Since then, Cobalt shares have drifted back down near $20 as Mr. Market, with his constant need for action, has grown bored. That has me wondering if now might not be a good time to get interested in Cobalt again before it drills its next exploration wells.
That next well is Cobalt's Mango prospect, which is also in offshore Africa, this time Gabon. The Mango prospect is the first of several prospects identified on Cobalt's blocks in offshore Gabon. Like offshore Angola, success here could result in a monster discovery.
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But before the first Gabon well is drilled, Cobalt shareholders will already have news from the Gulf of Mexico where Cobalt's North Platte prospect "spudded" (the process of beginning to drill a well) in the third quarter of this year, and from which results are expected by year-end.
The North Platte complex has six exploration prospects with over 2 billion barrels of resource potential. The first North Platte well is targeting 400 million to 850 million barrels of that. Again, success would be a step up in value for Cobalt shareholders.
With the recent fall in Cobalt's shares from over $30 back close to $20, I think Mr. Market may have already forgotten about the Angola success. If either of these next two wells are successful, both $20 and $30 share prices could well be in the rearview mirror for Cobalt shareholders.
Of course, offshore exploration is risky business, and both wells could also come up dry.
Disclosure: I have no positions in any stocks mentioned, and no plans to initiate any positions within the next 72 hours. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article.


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Octomom: Ready to Get Real?
Uh-oh; Kim Kardashian's not going to like this.
First Nadya "Octomom" Suleman stole her look. Now the super-breeder is preparing to follow Kim's footsteps and become a reality TV star.
People magazine reports that Suleman and her attorney, Jeffery Czech, have met with four production companies and are set to meet with execs at an undisclosed network within the next few days, in an effort to land Suleman a reality-series deal.
"There's some decisions for her to make over the next few days. I think she's heard enough," Czech says of the potential deal. "Like anyone else, she wants to be portrayed in a positive light and she feels she needs to do something to get her side out."
Czech says that most of the ideas for the series revolve around following Suleman as she deals with the trials of her everyday life. Octomom learns to drive a 14-passenger van! Octomom goes on a date! Octomom plans a big family Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner!
"For the most part, the idea is generally to follow her and her family around when the babies get a little older," Czech says.
Czech adds that, while his client has tired of the publicity surrounding her multiple births, she also wants to be able to support her children without the aid of public assistance.
Well, at least someone's finding work these days. Is that all it takes?
Have your say in the comments section: Would you watch a reality series starring Octomom and her mega-brood?


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J.Crew's Big Year in 2009
J.Crew's Crazy Cool Year!
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There was a reason why we went J.Crazy for J.Crew in '09. Creative director Jenna Lyons took the brand to a whole new level, surprising every stylista — from prepsters to hipsters — with its girly tomboy aesthetic. There were tailored blazers, ruffly jeweled-embellished tops, beautiful baubles, and boyfriend jeans abound. CEO Millard "Mickey" Drexler was showcased on CBS's Sunday Morning, and who can forget J.Crew's presidential endorsement: Michelle Obama. Indeed, it was a crazy cool year. Click through to see the best from J.Crew in '09.


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The Office executive producer/showrunner said today that James Spader will not return to the NBC comedy next season. The actor, who parlayed a two-scene appearance at the end of last season as Robert California into a full-season gig, had only signed a one-year deal. "James always wanted this to be a one year arc, and he now leaves us having created one of the most enigmatic and dynamic characters in television," Lieberstein said. "He's been a great friend to me and the show, helping us successfully transition into the post-Michael Scott years, and I'm grateful for that."
James Spader Not Staying At 'The Office'
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I gotta say Robert California had my at attention every time he entered frame. hilarious.
I have loved The Office all these years.
Let's be honest: This year it's been a stinking pile of crap.
It's a totally different show – like a stupid sitcom shot single camera.
It's not James Spader's fault – but Lieberstein is fooling himself if he thinks the transition has been 'successful.' It hasn't. And the ratings have been tumbling – the ultimate test of success or failure. Biggest mistake was not trying something bold once Michael Scott left. Sure – it could be risky – but a leaderless cast (even with Spader as at most a recurring guest star, truly a secondary character) is a sure failure as this year has proven.
Stop being in denial Office producers! Get it together – or phone it in and expect the inevitable. Don't die like 30 Rock has. Go out with dignity!
Hank, I couldn't agree more.
Spader has been a useless addition to the show — but truth be told, "The Office" itself needs to come to an end…asap. Everything about it is old, tired and the performers look like they're going through the motions. Next season ought to be the final one.
Lame. I still love the show. Is that your solution to everything? Give up when things begin to change? Stop watching then. I'm sure youwill be happy with New Girls or another Sex and the City movie
Spader was the only reason to continue to watch this show, it was a good idea and he is excellent in that role albeit only on occasion.
However now it feels like a promo for the new Dwight spin-off and milking whatever they can. It was a good run.
Spader has been the highlight this season for sure.
I don't agree with Hank that it's been a stinking pile of crap but do think a bigger risk would have been better like keeping Spader on as the regional manager.
They bet on Ed Helms, who if you consider his starring roles in both Hangover movies, is one of the biggest comedy stars on Earth, so it makes sense.
But…they need to do something new with the Andy Bernard character. I still like the show, but they need some kind of new angle — the unrequited romance with Ellie Kemper is played out.
Keep in mind that even an off episode of The Office and 30 Rock is better than 20 "on" eps. of Two and a Half Men and The Big Bang Theory.
Ithink it is for the best. He was never meant to be Michael Scott's replacement, only another colorful character. This frees the show up for some new blood. Because the best part of the office, is how character driven the show is. I am excited to see more new cast members in the future!


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Baby Math Smart Ebook
by Gynnie Ann De Jesus
About the Ebook
Every healthy preschooler has the potential to excel in mathematics during his or her primary educational experience. Even "Special Needs" children have that potential. We live in a democracy and capitalist state requiring a well-rounded off education in academics, a college degree and that in the sciences to obtain what a level of comfort easily acquired here in the United States. Sure, many make it through vocation, however, the best paid jobs are in engineering. There is a specific purpose for publishing this two hour lesson plan for parents of preschoolers. That is, so that you, or the parent of a preschooler may administered to the preschooler, two days before the first day of school. In doing that, the child is provided with basic elementary fundamentals in arithmetic, and given two days to mentally process the information on a subconscious level, mainly in his or her sleep. By the time the child attends to his or her first math lessons, two or three days later the information has formed a memory path, and is easily associated to the lessons provided in those first math lessons. The reintroduction, in class will trigger the memory to reactivate that area of memory and it is very likely that the child will be able to respond logically to many of the first questions posed by the teacher. That will build confidence in the area of mathematics.
This became a theory after the author's own daughter about to enter kindergarten, two days after receiving the lesson plan detailed in "Baby Math Smart" and from that day excelled in mathematics throughout her kindergarten through twelfth grade public school experience. Mathematics is a science of logic everyone has the potential of mastering it. The author's guard became activated, and remembered the words her seventh grade math teacher told her: Mathematics is logic and anyone can master it. She called her daughter over for a chat. She informed her daughter of the fact that in two days she would begin school and therefore there was some information regarding numbers she would have to know. The lesson provide in "Baby Math Smart" was born during those next two hours as I broke-down the elementary fundamentals of arithmetic to her daughter. It all paid off.
That little girl on the cover, today, is a mechanical engineer working as a project manager for defense. She's only 28 years old. A 28 year old female living the American Dream. More important when the child was tested by the State of New York, for the very first time in the second grade, she scored 99% above all American children, her age tested across the nation that year. She never scored below the 90's in percentile during her entire public school experience. Yes, that child was declared a master of mathematics in the second grade. This theory has not been scientifically tested, however it is the belief of the author that providing the fundamentals of mathematics a precisely the time the child is able to absorb it gives the child an opportunity to easily retain it, because he or she has received the information in a simple language they are already familiar with at that that tender age of four and one half years of age. I provide the lesson plan electronically, at an inexpensive cost $3.99. Considering that the author's daughter is earning six figures today she feels it is an investment well worth it. Please read introduction in "Baby Math Smart" for more on this story.
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- Category Children
- Version Fixed-layout ebook, 40 pgs
- Publish Date Oct 29, 2011
- Last Edit Oct 29, 2011
- Language English
About the Creator
Gynnie Ann De Jesus was born in 1959 in New York City. A child of the early 60's and 70's, having lived both in East New York, Brooklyn, and over 25 years in Astoria, Queens, New York. For the last nine years she resides in Hudson County, New Jersey; found on the west side of the Hudson River. She's the third of four siblings from a marriage that ended prior to her birth. Therefore she is a product of a single stay at home parent family household. The Spanish Pentecostal Church played a major role in the first 16 years of her life; however at that age was excommunicated by an over zealous pastor. Current, Gynnie Ann De Jesus is a Colorado Technical University Psychology major student. Work experience in Insurance, wholesale, retail, office, government and food services industries. Gynnie Ann De Jesus believes in celebrating the difference among the many cultural differences she has explored, and in experience life to the best that is made able.
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The Catholic Church's last ditch stand to control Ireland shows the danger in allowing churchs to meddle in government.
In a Christmas message to the Irish people, the head of Ireland's Catholic Church, Cardinal Sean Brady, campaigned against the Irish government's plans to allow a small window where Irish women can have an abortion to save their lives. The whole issue has been brought to a head by the death of Savita Halappanavar. She died after repeatedly pleading for an abortion while she was miscarrying in an Irish hospital. Irish doctors refused because they knew they could be sentenced to long prison terms if they acted to save her life. Ireland is the only country in the European Union where a medical miscarriage is also a misarriage of justice like this. Why does a religion feel that they can dictate the laws of a whole country to match their own views?
I remember spending a beautiful three weeks in Ireland a few years ago. I found the country charming and the people friendly. But it was the most repressed place I have ever been. As an example, I remember attending a play at a theater in Dublin, a revival of the Broadway classic "Gypsy". Just to remind you, the Broadway critic Ben Brantley said Gypsy, "may be the greatest of all American musicals." After the original run on Broadway, it was revived four times in New York and was made into a major motion picture twice.
We're not talking about some sordid, shameful production here.
But the play is based on the memoirs of Gypsy Rose Lee, the famous striptease artist, even though it's mostly about her mother and an uncovered ankle was about the extent of the skin shown in the play. In spite of all this, it's the only time I have ever felt like the cops might actually raid the place. Not that I can point to anything concrete. It was just the total atmosphere. The actors on stage seemed ... nervous.
You may recall that Cardinal Brady is also the person leading the effort to bury the crimes of the Irish Catholic Church revealed in the Murphy Report, where an official investigation brought to light decades of abuse of Irish children by dozens of Irish priests. Relations between the Irish government and the Vatican (also a government) have descended to a historic low. The Vatican has recalled their "ambassador" (called a "nuncio" by the Vatican) over the Irish government's insistance that the Catholic Church accept responsibility for their crimes. Cardinal Brady seems intent on "doubling down" and insisting that the Catholic Church doesn't have to follow the moral rules of ordinary people.
The point here is that this is a Christian example of the sort of religious repression that we see all too often in places like Pakistan, Iran, and Israel. I freely admit that America isn't as bad as they are ... yet.
But we could be. The Mormons rule Utah with unrivaled control. The Zionist lobby makes sure that Israel's goals have priority ahead of America's. And throughout the South, Christican evangelicals make sure that their viewpoints are the only ones taught in schools.
We're a good distance down the slippery slope already. It wouldn't take much for women like Savita Halappanavar to start dying in our hospitals because the doctors are forbidden to save their lives.
Oh ... and by the way ... Have a great Saturnalia!


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Fowlers Hollow State Park
The 104-acre Fowlers Hollow State Park is in a narrow valley created by Fowler Hollow Run. The park is on the edge of Tuscarora State Forest at the intersection of several multi-use trails. The campground of the park is a good base for adventures into the huge tract of public land.
Hiking - Mountain Biking - Horseback Riding - Picnicking - Fishing - Hunting - Cross-country Skiing - Snowmobiling - Camping
Seasons and Hours: The park is open every day of the year, sunrise to sunset. Day use areas close at dusk. Contact the Colonel Denning State Park office for facility seasons and hours.
Picnicking: Picnic tables and a limited number of grills are available in a wooded setting. The one picnic pavilion may be reserved up to 11 months in advance for a fee. If unreserved, the picnic pavilion is free on a first-come, first-served basis.
Fishing: Fowler Hollow Run traverses the park and provides trout fishing. The stream receives a mid-May stocking of brook trout.
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission laws apply. Complete information on fishing rules and regulations in Pennsylvania is available from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission Web site.
Hunting and Firearms: Hunting is permitted on adjacent Tuscarora State Forest lands. Terrain is moderately hilly to mountainous and favors turkey and deer.
Law enforcement officers and individuals with a valid Pennsylvania License to Carry Firearms may carry said firearm concealed on their person while they are within the park.
Complete information on hunting rules and regulations in Pennsylvania is available from the Pennsylvania Game Commission Web site.
Hiking: Fowlers Hollow State Park is a trailhead for a variety of hiking trails within, and connecting to, the extensive trail system in Tuscarora State Forest. The Tuscarora Trail is nearby. Be sure to acquire a Tuscarora State Forest Public use map before hiking on forest lands.
Mountain Biking: Alfarata and Beaston trails, which are extensive trails in Tuscarora State Forest, meet in Fowlers Hollow State Park. Mountain biking is also permitted on park roads.
Horseback Riding: Alfarata and Beaston trails, which are extensive trails in Tuscarora State Forest, meet in Fowlers Hollow State Park
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Camping: rustic sites
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Free Camping for Campground Hosts: 1 host position
Winter Activities
Explore the Winter Report for the current snow and ice depths.
Cross-country Skiing: There are two miles of designated trail southwest of the campground. Skiing is also permitted in all areas of the park.
Snowmobiling: Fowlers Hollow has parking and a restroom. The park is a trailhead to the 46-mile trail network in Tuscarora State Forest. Snowmobiles may be operated on designated trails and roads from the day following the last deer season in December until April 1, weather permitting.
Access for People with Disabilities
If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities due to a disability, please contact the park you plan to visit.


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Butch Nieman
Elmer Le Roy Nieman
- Bats Left, Throws Left
- Height 6' 2", Weight 195 lb.
- School Kansas State University
- High School Marysville (KS) High School
- Debut May 2, 1943
- Final Game September 30, 1945
- Born February 8, 1918 in Herkimer, KS USA
- Died November 2, 1993 in Topeka, KS USA
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Butch Nieman dominated the class C Western Association from 1947 to 1950. In 1947, the Topeka player-manager led the league in homers (29), RBI (114) and walks (144). A year later he again took all three titles - 34 homers, 146 men batted in and 143 bases on balls. In 1949, he coaxed 132 walks, slugged 26 long balls and drove in 110, again showing the top mark in each category. In 1950 he completed the trifecta for a fourth year in a row with 149 RBI, 145 walks and 28 four-baggers. The 4th year saw a strong challenge from Joplin shortstop Mickey Mantle, who drove in 136 and hit 26 homers. In 1951 Nieman won his 5th straight HR title in the league with 28, but his 94 RBI fell 9 short of the league lead.
In the major leagues, he spent three seasons with the Boston Braves. Nieman's scratch infield hit in the 1st inning off St. Louis Cardinals 3B Whitey Kurowski's chest was the only one allowed by Max Lanier in a complete game one-hitter on August 22, 1944 at Sportsman's Park in the second game of a twinight doubleheader.


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SIMO SCORES POLE FOR PIKES PEAK TRANS-AM FOUNTAIN, Colo. (October 2) - Brian Simo scored his eighth pole of the season to front a 23-car field in Sunday's 74-lap, 99.16-mile BFGoodrich Tires Trans-Am Series at the Pikes Peak ...
FOUNTAIN, Colo. (October 2) - Brian Simo scored his eighth pole of the season to front a 23-car field in Sunday's 74-lap, 99.16-mile BFGoodrich Tires Trans-Am Series at the Pikes Peak International Raceway in Fountain, Colo. Simo, in the No. 2 Valvoline Ford Mustang Cobra, posted a top time of 0:53.084 (90.874 mph) on the 11-turn, 1.34-mile PPIR stadium road course, almost a half-second quicker than second-fastest qualifier Michael Lewis, who qualified his No. 12 AmeriSuites Mustang Cobra at 0:53.573 (90.045 mph). "Unfortunately, the one point I gained in the Championship isn't quite enough to make a real difference," said Simo. "I've got to win this race, and I have to wish a little misfortune on my friend (Gentilozzi), which I don't like to do, in order to win the Championship. Qualifying third was BFGoodrich Tires Cup Drivers' Championship points leader Paul Gentilozzi, in the No. 1 Johnson Controls/HomeLink Mustang Cobra. Gentilozzi, with a qualifying time of 0:53.729 (89.783 mph), lost one point of his lead and now tops Simo by 12, 278 to 266, with two races remaining in the 1999 championship. "Unfortunately, right now we don't have a very good car," said Gentilozzi. "The handling got worse from practice this morning – the changes we made were definitely in the wrong direction. There's still 200 miles of Trans-Am racing left this year, and anything can happen – and usually does." Leighton Reese, in the No. 66 Banner Engineering/Phillips 66 Pontiac Grand Prix, qualified fourth at 0:54.107 (89.156 mph), followed by Johnny Miller IV, who drove his No. 64 Automationdirect.com Chevrolet Corvette to a time of 0:54.139 (89.103 mph). Sunday's PPIR Trans-Am Series race will be televised live on The Speedvision Network beginning at 4:00 p.m. EDT.
FOUNTAIN, Colo. - Lineup for Sunday's 74-lap, 99.16-mile BFGoodrich Tires Trans-Am Series race at Pikes Peak Internation Raceway, with starting position, car number in parenthesis, driver, hometown, car, time and speed in miles-per-hour.
1. (2), Brian Simo, Carlsbad, Calif., Ford Mustang Cobra, 0:53.084, 90.874. 2. (12),Michael Lewis, San Diego, Calif., Ford Mustang Cobra, 0:53.573, 90.045. 3. (1), Paul Gentilozzi, Lansing, Mich., Ford Mustang Cobra, 0:53.729, 89.783. 4. (66),Leighton Reese, Minnetonka, Minn., Pontiac Grand Prix, 0:54.107, 89.156. 5. (64),Johnny W. Miller IV, Johnson City, Tenn., Chevrolet Corvette, 0:54.139, 89.103. 6. (28),Lou Gigliotti, Garland, Texas, Chevrolet Corvette, 0:54.146, 89.092. 7. (83),Max Lagod, Barrington, Ill., Chevrolet Camaro, 0:54.244, 88.931. 8. (88),Chris Neville, Scottsdale, Ariz., Ford Mustang Cobra, 0:54.382, 88.705. 9. (4), G.J. Mennen, Austin, Texas, Ford Mustang Cobra, 0:54.451, 88.593. 10.(49),Randy Ruhlman, Greensboro, N.C., Ford Mustang Cobra, 0:54.474, 88.556. 11.(10),Don Sak, West Bloomfield, Mich., Oldsmobile Cutlass, 0:54.604, 88.345. 12.(59),Simon Gregg, Jacksonville, Fla., Chevrolet Camaro, 0:54.768, 88.080. 13.(70),Peter Shea, Irvine, Calif., Ford Mustang Cobra, 0:55.037, 87.650. 14.(23),Bob Ruman, Munroe Falls, Ohio, Chevrolet Camaro, 0:55.503, 86.914. 15.(15),Tomy Drissi, Hollywood, Calif., Ford Mustang Cobra, 0:55.513, 86.898. 16.(40),Steve Pelke, Lansing, Ill., Chevrolet Camaro, 0:55.632, 86.712. 17.(8), Tom Coleman, Asheville, N.C., Chevrolet Camaro, 0:55.944, 86.229. 18.(26),Jerry Kinn, Anchorage, Alaska, Chevrolet Camaro, 0:57.338,84.132. 19.(81),Kevin Neilson, Edmonton, Alberta Canada, Chevrolet Camaro, 0:58.949, 81.833. 20.(6), Frank Cioppettini, Far Hills, N.J., Chevrolet Camaro, 0:59.011, 81.747. 21.(37),Jeff Simunaci, Omaha, Neb., Chevrolet MontCarlo, 1:00.242, 80.077. 22.(42),James Briody, Cherry Hill, N.J., Chevrolet Camaro, no time. 23.(87),Wayne Lee Hartzler, Colorado Springs, Colo., Chevrolet Camaro, no time.


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Telling their Miami bosses that Sydney Harbour can't cope with their floating mega-liners may soon be a thing of the past for cruise ship executives, after the federal government announced a review of Garden Island's facilities.
The independent review will examine whether cruise ship access can be enhanced without damaging the island's role of supporting the navy. It will aim to encourage opportunities for civil-military co-operation for extra-large vessels.
Most of the local cruising industry – worth more than $150 million a year to the Sydney economy – applauded the review, which wants to attract more floating behemoths such as the 3800-passenger Voyager of the Seas.
Some like Royal Caribbean chief executive Gavin Smith support the use of Garden Island, although the navy issue could be "problematic". He will continue pursuing Botany Bay as an alternative – just in case. "Botany is adjacent to the airport. It has good availability of fuel and security of the precinct. We just need to work to a passenger experience of downtown Sydney in a different way," he said.
At Carnival Australia, representing Cunard and P&O Cruises Australia, chief executive
The cost of upgrading Garden Island to accommodate cruise ships is yet to be addressed.
Ms Sherry said she had previously told her bosses in Miami that she was keen to host Queen Mary II for longer periods but "the lack of certainty on Garden Island has meant we have not been able to have the opportunity to date".
NSW Premier Barry
Defence Minister
He said cruise ships were having trouble fitting under the Sydney Harbour Bridge, which was just one of the difficulties that made Garden Island attractive.
The review will be handled by former senior public servant and diplomat Allan Hawke.
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New MA law gives suspended, expelled students options
Students who have been suspended or expelled from Massachusetts schools will now have more support to stay on track with their education thanks to a new law signed last week.
The law, which goes into effect in July 2014, requires that school districts provide options for their suspended or expelled students like referrals to alternative schools, access to online academic materials, and offers of tutoring.
According to a Boston Globe report on the law, school districts will be required to report the number of days each student is suspended or expelled during the school year to the state. School officials say this will allow the state to better investigate racial and ethnic disparities in these punishments.
The Massachusetts Elementary Principals Association called the legislation "unrealistic in many ways," citing that school administrators do not have time or resources to collect work for students who have been put out of school. However, the state's Elementary and Secondary Education commissioner, Mitchell Chester, says the law is necessary because "we shouldn't be washing our hands of school-aged youth by expelling them."
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Presentation by Rosane G. Collevatti at the 2013 GBIF Science Symposium
Presentation by Rosane G. Collevatti at the 2013 GBIF Science Symposium. Title: Coupling paleodistribution modelling and statistical phylogeography to trace the history of Neotropical savannas and seasonally dry forests.
Recurrent climate oscillations throughout the Quaternary Period raise general questions about the long-term stability and dynamics of vegetation communities and the role of past climate change on their current patterns of genetic diversity and geographical distribution. Currently, coalescent analyses has been coupled with ecological niche modelling (ENM), for which the GBIF and PMIP/CMIP databases were extensively used, to trace the demographical history of tree species from Neotropical savannas and seasonally dry forests (SDFs) and to test hypotheses concerning their dynamics in response to Quaternary climate oscillations. The study's analyses follow the framework recently proposed by Collevatti et al. (2012), which, in sum, is based on coalescent simulations performed under demographic expectations from a priori biogeographical distribution hypotheses and potentially new hypotheses suggested by ENMs. The results from competing simulations are compared using a model selection framework. The study results showed different demographical dynamics for species from SDFs and savannas through time. The current pattern of genetic diversity found so far for SDF species is in consonance with a scenario of demographical expansion, whereas savanna species showed range retraction during the Last Glacial Maximum (LGM), leading to multiple refugia.
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Posted 16 February 2013 - 02:52 PM
I've just read the heart breaking article about the little girl who died under her dresser. It's made me pull my finger out and get our drawers attached to the wall - I've been meaning to for ages.
The kids don't have drawers in their room, they do have expedit shelves that are attached to the wall but these came with the fittings so my question is, where do you buy the bits you need?
It's a tallboy and a smaller chest of drawers of DH and mine - can I get something at Bunnings? I wouldn't know what section to look in?
Posted 16 February 2013 - 02:58 PM
You can get them from Bunnings, but since you have an IKEA furniture you could go to the returns and exchange counter of IKEA and say you needed to attach your expedit to the wall they'll give you some. Can't promise it would be free, but might be cheaper. You'd still need to purchase the right screws to nail into your wall. Make sure you nail into the studs if possible.
Posted 16 February 2013 - 02:59 PM
You just need brackets. Talk to someone at Bunnings and tell them what you need to fix to the wall and what sort of wall it is (plasterboard, solid brick, concrete) and they'll help you.
Posted 16 February 2013 - 02:59 PM
I just read your post again. You have the parts. Ok. Depends on your wall. You'll need to go into bunnings. The nails section tells you what parts you need for the type of wall you have.
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With all that love and time spent on your handmade gift, it deserves a special tag. These are just the tags! They measure a generous 2 inches by 3 inches, leaving plenty of room on the back for a personal message, note or care instructions if you need to. They are stamped with a dark teal at the top and the flourish in chocolate brown. I then softly aged the edges to give them a sweet vintage feel. Topped with ivory twine. Created on heavy light green cardstock. :: Set of 8 tags :: Measuring 2" x 3" :: Prestrung with ivory twine :: Packaged in cello bag :: Shipped in rigid mailer ===================================================== CUSTOM ORDERS: If you have any questions or would like a custom listing, convo me. I can create these in any colors that you may need. ===================================================== Looking for more tags? http://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetlyScrappedArt?section_id=7614526 And the rest of Sweetly Scrapped.... http://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetlyScrappedArt =====================================================


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I've been knitting slowly lately. I think it might be the advent of summer or perhaps it's all of the stress we've been wading through lately, but whatever the reason my knits have been hanging on the needles longer than usual.
Here's a pair of longies I knit for Henry. I didn't even enter this project into Ravelry, if you can believe it. I thought I'd show you here instead. I knit the toddler size of Picky Pants from Little Turtle Knits.
Normally I would shake my head at a $12 pattern, but in this case it is totally worth it. The pattern covers such a wide range of sizes and is so, so, so well written that the designer has earned her fee on this one. She even incorporates a gusset in the crotch of the pants to make this better than the typical longie pattern. I've knit these again and again.
I used Briggs and Little Heritage yarn in the Brown Heather colorway. Can I tell you how much I love Briggs and Little? This is a yarn that knows what wool is meant to be. This is the wooliest wool and I love the affordable price. I'm knitting a sweater for my not inconsiderable frame and it is only costing me $45. It makes me want to burst into song.
I've also just finished a pair of socks. I'd love to show you, but this silly blogging software is being uncooperative. I'll have to try again in another post. I've been considering a switch to a different format. My biggest complaint with this Blogger set up has been that it doesn't allow me to easily respond to your comments. So often I've wanted to send back an email saying, at least, "Thanks for reading and I appreciate your comments!", but there is no straight forward way of accomplishing it. My husband Peter has a blog and uses a format that lets him do this.
With everything going on I don't know that I'll be getting to it soon, but I thought I'd let you know it's been on my radar.
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Tried to leave you a comment the other day from my phone. Ba! Technology. Wanted to say I always enjoy your blog even without remarks to my comments.
Love those woolies -- wish I had known about them when I had little ones. Love your golden sock up top, too.
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Not that he ever planned to engage in the controversy directly.
When either side will not collide, it is an axiom of controversy that it desires to prevent the truth from being elicited.
In the controversy, the people were successful, as they were nearly unanimous.
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Hollywood Private Hospital successfully went live with MEDITECH patient administration applications on the 1st of May 2009. This is the first implementation of MEDITECH software in Western Australia.
Ramsay Health Care is in the process of rolling out MEDITECH's patient administration software across more than 65 hospitals and day surgery units in Australia. To date 30 sites have gone live with a further 35 to be completed by the end of 2010.
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Hollywood Private Hospital is an award-winning, acute-care private teaching hospital situated in the Perth suburb of Nedlands, in Western Australia. The hospital has 474 beds for in-patients and day stays and provides comprehensive care for private patients, including the privately insured, entitled veterans and war widowers and self-insured patients. Hollywood is recognised as a centre for excellence in surgery, medicine, psychiatric care, rehabilitation and palliative care, and is accredited with the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards. Visit hollywood.ramsayhealth.com.au for more information.
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Kendall & Kylie Jenner Show Off PacSun Line on "Good Morning America"
Taking a break from their fashion week bliss, Kendall and Kylie Jenner stopped by "Good Morning America" on Friday (February 8).
While at New York City's ABC studios, the "Keeping up with the Kardashians" duo showed off their brand new fashion line, which is available in PacSun stores starting today.
After their interview, Kylie tweeted, "Just wrapped Good Morning America with Ken..oh and this is Drew our protector :)"
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Vasquez's March 2 fight moved to Vegas
Sam Vasquez Sr. got some good news and some bad news on Friday regarding the upcoming fight for his son, Sammy Vasquez Jr.
The elder Vasquez was told that the scheduled March 2 fight between Vasquez Jr. (6-0, 4 KOs) against Larenzo Wilson (1-1-2) has been moved from Harlem, N.Y., to the bright lights of Las Vegas at the Hard Rock Cafe.
"I think it is really good news that his seventh professional fight will be in Las Vegas," Vasquez Sr. said. "The bad news is that a whole bunch of his fans won't get to see the fight."
When the bout was originally announced as part of the undercard of Golden Boy Promotions and Showtime Championship Boxing's Daniel Ponce De Leon versus Jayson Velez WBC Featherweight Championship match, Vasquez Sr. quickly put together a package for a trip to the Apollo Theater where the show was to take place.
For $100, fans could get a ride on the bus and a general admission ticket to the fight.
"I had filled two buses and was in the process of taking names for a third," Vasquez Sr. said. "Plus a lot of people were just going to make the drive up there on their own to see Sammy fight.
"I can't take buses to Las Vegas. That changes everything. Sammy will be fighting, but about 150 people won't get to go there from home to see it."
Vasquez Sr. said he received a call from Golden Boy Promotions vice president Eric Gomez with the news Friday morning.
"They said that Ponce De Leon's opponent got hurt, so that fight is scrapped," Vasquez Sr. said. "But they still want to see Sammy fight in person and they are having him fight in Vegas instead. I don't even know if he will be fighting (Wilson) because it is a different commission. All I know is he will be fighting March 2 in Vegas for Golden Boy."
Golden Boy Promotions, based in Los Angeles, Calif., was established in 2002 by former champion, Oscar de la Hoya, and is one of boxing's most active and respected promoters, presenting shows in venues around the country on networks such as HBO, Showtime, and Fox Sports Net.
"I just want all of our fans back home to understand that things are out of our control and Team Vasquez apologizes for the inconvenience that we have to cancel the buses," Vasquez Sr. said. "I told (Gomez) that Sammy's fans are all blue-collar people and won't be able to make the trip to Las Vegas. It's disappointing for his fans, which are very devoted. But it is a good move for his career."
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Over the years one can put, without exaggeration, that Tomidi has become part of the Port of Ostend, and the scenery along the Belgian, Dutch, English & French Coasts and Harbours.
No wonder that the City of Ostend itself, together with a number of clubs and companies have associated themselves with this eye-catcher. Even at its berth in Ostend - being the turntable of all Belgian coastal traffic (car, bus, tram, train, cruise ship, ferry), throughout the year - but especially during summertime - Tomidi is thé signboard to be seen!
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Apart from our charterprogramme we also participate in international events & offshore racing. In 2016 we'll participate at Oostende voor Anker, sail The Tomidi Tall Ships Race 2016 and participate at The Tomidi North Sea Tall Ships Regatta 2016.
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Close Beach 10/10, Facilities 8/10, Sea Views 8/10, RVC rating 9/10, Overall 9/10.
Protaras Holiday Villa PD38 Dorothy is a new and spacious villa just 2 minute's walk to the Pernera Beach, one of the most famous beaches in Cyprus and the central Pernera Area which offers a great variety of bars, restaurants and shops .
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Just when I think I've seen all the mash-ups in the world, the internet produces a more awesome one. The talented James Hance came up with this Firefly and Scooby-Doo combo, and it's fabulous. All the choices are perfect, but I especially adore Wash as Shaggy and Inara as Daphne. I'd go hunting for ghosts with this crew any day.
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Excellent stay
Nice atmosphere. Great location in town.
Great service from the valet and front desk staff. Great location with two main entrances on both sides of the hotel.
clean, friendly staff, nice central location had to pay to park, was requested to put a 100 hold on my card at check in, they did drop it to 50, but all the website said was a card would have to be on file, nothing about a hold. The shops inside were all abandoned. Only a few open. $4 water offered in room. no fridge
We had a good time. Great view, such a comfortable bed! The additional 30.00 for one night parking.
Pleasant and helpful staff. Dirty, dirty, dirty...stained carpets, broken tiles, torn upholstery on furniture, moldy shower curtain - GROSS!
The hotel itself has a super cool environment and the building is spectacular... until you go in the room. This was our second attempt at The Arcade and both times we have requested a bath tub and paid an uncharge for a room with a view. Both times the view that we upgraded to was a concrete wall 6 feet from the window. They moved us to a room with an actual view this time at least, but the room was just cleanish and had no bath. We actually think that this may be the room where employees take breaks as the table had pretty clearly had drinks on it not long before we arrived and the TV was on. If they charged $100 or even $150 for rooms here, it would be fine. In fact, it would be good. For $360 a night though, we were really expecting something more than a few steps above a Holiday Inn.
The Arcade is a beautiful Hotel. Staff are courteous and knowledgeable about their facility and surrounding amenities. Centrally located, making everything you want to do in walking distance. First stay was perfect. Great room, extremely comfortable bed, and perfect view of 4th St., cannot complain. Second stay....room was dated, carpet appeared to have water damage, bed was old with ruts and was extremely stiff. Called to ask possibly change rooms and were shot down. I understand hotels fill up fast, especially during big events in downtown Cleveland. However, don't ask me my room preference through email four months in advance and again at the front desk when your going to ignore or know you have no intentions of accommodating a single preference. Just be honest and up front about availability.
There was a lovely gentleman working the front desk who was able to let us check in early. It was a huge help to us considering we had been traveling for over 10 hours with no sleep. The room was very nice; my only complaint would be that there are no fridges available in the rooms.
Staff was super friendly.
Staff friendly n professional, elevator wouldnt take us to 12th floor only to 10th floor had to take steps up too room to unload bags. Had to go to front desk and ask why elevator would take us up to correct floor. Also drinks at bar for two beers 12 dollars pricy,and heard motors running outside room all night
Location,staff Very small room
Beds were perfect. Very comfortable. Pillows were spot on. That is only thing was nice to say about my whole stay. Room was dirty, hair in tub and in the sink. Also smelled funny. Not sure where it was coming from. Parking was very close. My van had door dings. The room size was so small a king size bed was just as big as the room. This place was NOT worh the money.
amenities, proximity to points of interest, great adjacent restaurant lacking microwave in room, option to request one was not mentioned by the staff; learned about option by default as we were checking out...
The bellmen were outstanding with holding our luggage in storage while we waited 2+ hours for our car at check-out on new years day. They were what made an otherwise unpleasant experience tolerable and actually enjoyable. The valet service was horrible. The wait was long yet tolerable because of the westin's staff and pleasantness. The valet staff had 8 people standing around the podium (not moving or running any cars) sitting there cursing in front of guests during a verbal argument- very off-putting.
Fitness room great! 1. The hotel facilities are not kept in good repair. For example, the telephone in the room had keys broken or removed from the key pad. 2. Could not check out because the computer system was frozen. I received a email of folio that appears to contain incomplete expenses.
Good locatoon, easy walk to local attractions, restaurants, athletic venues. Rooms were comfortable and clean, hotel bar was nice but always under-staffed. Hotel was probably sold out for NCAA tournament, they did not staff the hotel properly. 2 working elevators for 20+ floors after a Thursday night game, plus they closed the bar/restaurant as people returned from the game. Check-in was slow on a Thursdsy, room not ready until after 4:30. Staff were nice, just not enough of them.
Front desk was very friendly and quick to get us checked in and out. Parking was very expensive.
The hotel was convenient to the Convention Center. The room was clean, hotel was quiet, and the decor modern and relaxing. The attached restaurant is very expensive--if you're traveling on a budget, you're going to have to walk a few blocks to find something cheaper.
The room was clean, we were put on a high floor with a great view. The staff was excellent. I guess I'm just too picky about the cons. I'm a stickler for good service and the Westin did exactly what they were required to, but nothing more. For example, I asked for a fruit platter & champagne to be put in the room. It was my husband's birthday and it sucked we were stuck in a hotel after a business trip, so I wanted to make it a bit more exciting. Most the fruit was fine, but they didn't pick out the moldy grapes and shriveled berries. There were two glasses for coffee, but provided only one cup serving of grounds. The bag of coffee itself couldn't be opened easily, and since we were traveling, we had no sharp objects. The vanity mirror was broken. Little stuff adds up and I was overall disappointed for a $250+ night.
Cleanliness and layout of rooms. No breakfast included with stay. No garbage can in bathroom or recycling in room period.
The place was clean and comfortable with a higher end business vibe. No complaints.
Location to playhouse square. Breakfast good. Dinner good but extremely expensive. Staff friendly. Beds comfortable. Pool was cold. Room was hot. Hot tub out of order. Two elevators out of order. Very frustrating.
We had to wait online forever to get into our room. They only had one lady checking in reservations and customers were definitely getting erritated.
Room had a nice view Staff were pretty rude ... parking not included in rate .. it was 24 bucks to park ... room wasn't very clean
Very close to Progressive Field. Decided to stay here because of ability to park car during 2 day stay and be close enough to walk everywhere. Only a few blocks from Progressive field, restaurants, bars, as well as sights in downtown Cleveland. Had an excellent stay. Beds were very comfortable, rooms were quiet. Shower had very low pressure. TV remote did not work and was stuck on the Hotel Movie Preview channel. Was trying to check local weather before going for a walk before a game but remote did not work, and there were no change channel buttons on the TV itself.
Darryl at reception & the rest of the reception & housekeeping staffs were very helpful & friendly. The location is perfect for walking around the city to all the local attractions. The room was clean & comfortable but basic. I had a nice view of the square & the lake. I just wish the room had a fridge and/or a minibar. The coffeemaker also didn't work very well & leaked half the water out. Not a big deal as there were coffee shops nearby.
Location Bedding had stains on it, full-length mirror looked like someone had poured coffee down the bottom of it, stains on everything- carpet, ironing board, comforter. No in-room fridge, room service closed early (only have it until 11pm, but no one answered the phone even before that at 10:50 pm). Staff was courteous, location was great; but completely unimpressed with the cleanliness of our room (or lack thereof).
Comfortable bed and room. Decently clean. Breakfast "buffet" was never replenished when food ran out. Never any plates or silverwear. For $15 a person I should be able to get as much food as I want. I was seated by the employee hangout hole in the dining room where I had the pleasure of listening to them complain about customers. Staff needs fired. Also checking out was a joke. They claimed they had no record of us being in that room rather someone else by a different name. Hire some employees with brains and manners.
This location was chosen for it'so proximity to FirstEnergy Stadium, but it also has a multitude of shops and restaurants very close by. Lack of a greeting by hotel staff.
The cost of valet. Also mark from valet insisted I had to pay him separately before he would run to get my car.
We had no hand towels, wash cloths, or shower floor mat. One of the bath room bulbs was out. The floor had crumbs from the list visitor and the room had to tv cabinet stand but only 1 tv. The room was also missing a mini fridge and microwave.
Everybody that worked there was very nice. The front desk helped me immediately. Very nice place to stay. If I ever come back to Cleveland, this will be my first choice to stay Nothing. everything was great!
We enjoyed the location. Also the lobby was decorated beautiful for Christmas. To get our room cleaned we had to ask specifically for it...2 separate times. There were wet towels molding in the floor before we got someone to come clean.
Room was cleaner than expected and the King size bed was about as comfy as it gets! Staff was personable and helpful, Super old elevators
Location and bed Wait to check in
I wish I could come up with something nice to say about this place, but there really isn't anything nice about it. A mediocre hotel. The view was okay. Mildew in grout on tub. Furniture in ratty condition. Room smelled musty/old. Tub drain clogged. Towels thread bare and had burnt linen smell. Elevator to garage was old and dirty.
The location was the best part Compared to other hotels that I have started at I felt like I didn't get my full value out of it. It was the little things that weren't available like a little fridge, a DVD player. The AC didn't work very well if at all. Even at 60 degree I was still sweating.
Location was close to what we needed. Staff was super friendly. Sheets were dirty. No reasonable parking. No breakfast amenity.
Comfortable bed Small bathroom
Everyone was very friendly.
bed location DIRTY BATHROOM-HAIR EVERYWHERE valet took 8 dollars from car no breakfast 26 dollars to park-above hotel costs coffee creamer in in room coffee curdled
Proximity to the Q - super easy walk across the street for a CAVs game with my 10 YO son.
The location was perfect for our use and the staff was very helpful. The room could have used a better cleaning. There were cobwebs in the corners and on the curtains.
Location Understaffed. Dated
The room including bed was comfortable. Facilities were very clean and updated. The valet was super! He was the most helpful and friendly of all the staff. Valet parking fee was expensive. We booked through an online service thus our breakfast was not included in our room reservation. For what we paid $$ it should have been included as there were no sporting events thus low vacancy. It was still a long walk to many attractions that we wanted to go to but if you are going for basketball baseball or convention center it would work.
The location was great, just a short walk to Quicken Loans Arena. The staff was friendly and the hotel was clean. Very comfortable beds. Parking was expensive and should have been included. We had dinner in the hotels restaurant and the food was good but the seating was too close to the doors, we were freezing the whole time.
The manager on duty was accommodating and kept her cool in the midst of the problem. The room was comfortable. They oversold themselves, even though I only made the reservation on the way from the airport. Took a long time to sort it out. I did eventually get a good room that was comped.
Staff and facility was excellent
The staff was very friendly and exceptionally helpful. All questions were answered above expectation. Room was outdated. City side drapes did not close, let in lots of light at night. Overpriced for expectation, but not for location.
Complimentary refreshments in the lobby. Great cookies, coffee, tea and water. After walking around the city its wonderful to be able to grab a quick bite and drink upon entering the hotel without having to dig for $. Staff was friendly and more than willing to help. Pool and spa were also great. Lobby couches were worn out, hotel shuttle was limited.
Liked the location next to Progressive Field. Older Hotel, but was kept clean and easy to get to. Parking in the back. Only 1 choice for breakfast, all you can eat for about $12. Tried to get a drink at the bar after an Indians gamed on a Sat. night, only 1 person working the bar and no waitresses. The bar was mostly full, but we sat at a table. Asked for a wine list at the bar after being ignored waiting to order a drink. " Didn't have one and the wines are right there", pointing to a shelf in the back. Of course we left. She wasn't getting our business there. Another couple left without getting a drink before us too. The bed was soft and lumpy and uncomfortable and the pillows were too soft. I'll stay somewhere else next time.
Location was perfect Had no dislikes
Room booked via kayak was not room given upon checkin. Air conditioning did not work. Hotel charged my card $25 fee without authorization or advisement. When I called to inquire I was advised it was displayed at the counter. I told the woman that the man never said a word to me about it, regardless of whether it was displayed or not I should still be advised at the time he took my card. She refused to see it that way and transferred me to a voicemail where I left a message for a manager. It has been nearly a week and I have still not received a call back. Ac didn't work. Poor customer service. Hotel was doing remodel so was dirty and run down.
Great location, great people, and great shuttle service. Parking lot should have been compt.
Location Very strong air freshener in the room, almost to the point of overwhelming.
Location to Progressive Field and downtown area. Staff was very nice and helpful
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was a very nice size and had everything we needed. Parking fees were understandable considering the location. Beds were comfortable. There was no fan in the bathroom. Not a huge deal but hard to get ready when everything is fogged up and you can't open the door cause the others in your room are sleeping! Could also hear the people in the next room coughing up a lung through the bathroom vent...not a pleasant sound first thing in the morning but obviously not the hotels fault!
Overall clean, good breakfast. Wifi worked well. Room was modern, but the bed was soft. Had complimentary fridge and microwave which was nice. Would have loved this hotel if traveling for work, but not really the best set-up for a family with a baby. Drunk person wandering around front of hotel when we went to check-in at 8pm on a Friday. Had to carry our infant through group of smokers that congregate at the front door (gross.) Nobody manning the front desk, had to find someone to check us in. Only offer valet parking option. The free "crib" provided was just a pack and play, not really good for sleeping baby (or easy to clean!) and overall the hotel was on the noisier side. Also no bathtub in the room for bathing kids.
Recently opened after multi million dollar historical restoration...beautifully done well appointed and great central downtown location. Although not crowded during my stay I would imagine the hallways will become very noisy due to the beautifully restored marble floor and half wall wainscot.
Loved the whole feel of the retrofitted space! Extraordinarily comfortable, great safety features, and amazing location.
The mattress and pillows were very comfortable. The staff was very helpful and friendly. Ice only on even floors
Typical Hampton inn amenities...Everything I have come to generally expect. Clean and comfortable overall. Breakfast provided--but could have used a bit more variety in hot food options. First...Parking. Granted, I'm used to downtown areas, but I had no idea that the only parking options here were private surface lots and garages, or paying for hotel valet parking. I guess I'm just used to a hotel parking garage or lot of some sort with permitted or validated parking. On the plus side, the valet rate I was charged was a flat $24 for the entire stay. Not terrible. I didn't go in and out, just walked where I needed to go for the most part. Second...The staff. For the most part they were friendly, but I arrived in the very early AM and the night attendant almost seemed like they would rather not deal with checking me in (sorry--our system is in the middle of an update...You're going to have to wait 15 minutes before I can check you in). Third...Overall condition of the property. Not bad, but definitely shows signs of wear and tear and could use a good refresh. Fourth...The room. It was a nice enough room, but was equipped as an accessible room with an adjoining room, neither of which I had asked for. The bench in the shower could not be completely moved out of the way, leaving the only options to either fold it down and use it or deal with it leaning out from the wall slightly. A clip to keep it folded against the wall would have been helpful. Finally...Noise. It should have tipped me off when one of the amenities in the bathroom was a set of earplugs. I was given no warning about this. Things were quiet...at first...until sirens started blaring overnight at street level down below. I was clear up on the 6th floor and could still hear them. The last night I was there (remember the adjoining room I mentioned) the group in the adjoining room was either very loud, or this set of adjoining doors had the worst noise isolation characteristics in the world. Probably a combination of both. I finally had to call the front desk and ask them to send someone up. I hate to be "that guy" but this Hampton really let me down overall.
Close to rock hall and bars No room service and breakfast buffet was inadequate for the number of guests, they ran out of food and the wait was ridiculous
Great room - good breakfast, although when we were there, so was everyone else. The staff had trouble keeping up with the crowd. I like a firm mattress - it was ot
Location very good close to everything that walking distance ? very nice hotel the stay in and the breakfast are very good ,I will stay here again when I come back in Ohio.best place to stay in Cleveland.
The cleanliness of the entire hotel as well as my room. Breakfast was a plus! The frown on the front desk lady, she wasn't nice at all. The night one
Very friendly staff, clean
It was a nice place close to where I need to be cost of room was good also was the breakfast Wish the room had a frig to keep the food I got at the West side market cold. That's the only that was missing
We regularly stay at Hampton's so are very familiar with them. This one was perfect for visiting the Rock Hall and Progressive Field. Everything was expected for a typical Hampton Inn. The breakfast was probably the worst part. They didn't seem to keep the food stocked up so there was scraps left both mornings that we ate there. Our room only had 2 towels, which I found strange, usually there are 4. I had to ask for a 3rd for the 2nd morning. We didn't bother having maid service because they didn't show up until 3pm and by that time we had been out and back and were relaxing for a bit. Valet parking was good but it does cost $20 per night.
Location. Cleanliness. Comfortable bedding. Found room very quiet even being next to a young family. Easy and efficient air conditioning. Overall a good place to stay. Did not make up room second day during my stay. Returned to room late afternoon to find no clean towels when we wanted to shower. Front desk said they were behind on laundry and they would run towels up as soon as they could. It was not long after that towels arrived, but to be 5pm and not have made up rooms with fresh towels falls below expectation. Shortly after towels arrived, we were asked if we wanted room service. Late in the evening to be offering, but at least they were checking still.
nicely appointed rooms, clean, fairly comfortable. Located within walking distance of several restaurants and attractions and close to the lake. Staff was a bit harried, not helpful when it came to directions. The 90 East is closed right now, making it a challenge to get in and out of there with GPS. Difficult but not impossible. Staff did not seem to know about this and were not a good source of information for alternative directions.
Great location. Nice breakfast. Comfortable room. No easy access to evening meals. Price of daily parking.
Had booked this room months in advance. Called the week of our stay to confirm our reservation and notify them we would be a late check in. At check in they no longer had a room for us, and sent us to another hotel nearby where we were given a king bed for multiple people. The room was really expensive, and we ended up getting something less than satisfactory.
Check in and check out were fast. Everything was clean. They make staying there hassle free.
We spoke to 3 different people on the phone and they were all rude and unhelpful to the point that we cancelled our stay and stayed at the doubletree where EVERYONE we spoke with was helpful and the request for double beds specifically which was the simple request we had was met with a no problem and see you soon. The 3 Marriott women were very rude and said it wasn't their job. Stay at the Doubletree they are friendly and give you delicious cookies!!!
Comfortable and easy
Just very expensive for less than 24 hours in the hotel and it cost me over $300 for the room and the valet parking was $25 per day which totaled $50, to park my car for 27 hours. Arrived at 11:30 am left the next day at 2:30 pm.
Close proximity to every major item in downtown Cleveland. Easy walk to the Browns stadium. This Sunday morning breakfast buffet continue to run out of food. You would be waiting in line and get up where the food is and trays would all be empty
Location, rooftop bar, valet parking no complaints
Fabulous modern room with wonderful upgrades, very relaxing comfortable bed. Room was quiet and like an oasis. Views of downtown Cleveland all around. Incredible picture windows on entire wall. The room was just unbelievable! A bit small. The shower and bathroom so open and in the middle of the room felt a bit awkward but it was okay for a short stay.
Loved the rooms...not very large but very efficient and comfy!
It was new and a ok location. Staff was great. The pillows had a make up stain on them when we showed up. Tlake to a guest acrsss the hall from us and his room was dirty as well. It was so load at night. The bathroom doors are sliding barn doors and you can hear other rooms using the bathroom all night. We will not be back at this hotel
The hotel was very nice and the staff was very accommodating. I really appreciated the snack and refreshments area as I was able to grab a quick snack after a late night of working. The price was very fair. The room was comfortable and clean, and I got a very nice view of the lake after marking view as a preference. The only thing I did not like was the party vibe that the hotel seemed to support. Their W XYZ bar stayed open until 2 am and guests returning from their adventures out or at the bar were very noisy returning to their rooms. This is not really the hotel's fault, but guests obviously felt like they could be loud and disruptive after a night of partying, and I think this speaks to the hotel's atmosphere.
The check in and out was fast and friendly. The rooms were nicely appointed and new. The bedding was comfortable and the view of Lake Erie was fantastic. Many restaurants close by. Complimentary coffee in the Morning. No complimentary breakfast at this location.
Nice place, friendly/helpful staff, easy to walk to great places. The Flats is a great place to use as a base for exploring when you flee to the Cleve. When I got drunk I forgot which elevator bank went to my room and which went to the parking garage. I guess you can't fault the hotel for that.
Not much actually. The yellow stains on the linens. Other stains on the furniture I am hoping were not bodily fluids. The thermostat for the a/c did not work, and after an hour, I figured out how to manually turn it on. Not a very professional establishment. Checking into the front desk was like buying a ticket to a funhiuse.
Staff was very nice, and the building was sleek and modern. The Aloft might have been better for a businessperson looking to make a quick stop in town. The room was very, very small, and the train (our room was on the opposite side of the building, away from the train and overlooking the courtyard/office building) shook the room. All in all, it was ok--but I think we could have had a better experience for what we paid.
The location was good, walking distance to the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame, which is what we came into town to see. The room was a little small, but they made great use of the space. Everything was clean, and the bed was super comfortable. There was a market attached to the back of the hotel where we got lunch for a more reasonable price than if we had probably found a resturant. Because we were only there for one night they offered us a reasonably priced alternative for parking. We would stay here again if we eve came back. It was next to the Amtrak track, and so was a little more noisy than expected. Bit since I normally wear earplugs to sleep anyway, it wasn't really an issue. Also, there was no dresser, just a small closet, which might be a bigger issue for someone staying more than one night, but wasn't a huge issue for us.
The beds were super comfortable. The bathroom needs more privacy. Especially when staying with a group of friends.
Rooms were clean and well designed. Slept well because beds were comfortable, drapery kept light out, and room well insulated from noise. This is a large hotel and yet whenever we contacted the staff via text, room phone, or in person they responded to every one of our requests quickly. The hotel is within walking distance or short taxi ride of tourist attractions and restaurants etc. Also the view is nice. I wish there had been charging outlets on the long desk/counter.
Stayed two nights in July 2013. Very clean rooms. Accessible location. Tower City mall is at connected and you don't have to go outside to get to the Horseshoe casino. Nice facility and the staff was very warm and friendly. Will make this my Cleveland hotel of choice when I am in town. I've stayed in major hotels across the USA for many years and this is at the top of my list for excellence. You get what you pay for.
Our check-in was fine. Upon arrival to the room it was uneventful which is less than what I would expect from the Ritz. My wife and I live just outside of Cleveland and I wanted to pamper her with an impeccable stay at the Ritz and all the ammenities and services which are to accompany a stay at the Ritz. Upon returning to our room, we opened the refrigerator to poor a Grey Goose mixed drink only to find that the seemingly sealed bottle was previously consumed and filled with water. After calling room service, rather than a sentiment of surprise and apology, found this to be routine and simply offered a replacement. For starters, I am amazed that anyone would do this. I am also concerned of the source of the replacement water. I cringe when I think that at the Ritz, I consumed an unknown substance which could have been toilet water for all I know. After 30 minutes, there was no promised call from the server and no replacement bottles of Grey Goose. I called again and he assured me I wo...
Our room was the cheapest, on the 8th floor, sounds high but the lobby is on the 6th and the 7th is meeting rooms and lounge / restaurant. We could hear lounge music at night while in the bathroom / tub but it wasn't terrible in the sleeping area. What impressed me most is that our room already had the crib set up - a real crib (small size but not a pack-n-play) and they had included for the first night anyway baby shampoo and outlet covers - it was so thoughtful. She loved walking to and fro around the room and looking out the window at the cars below. There was a mini bar but I would have preferred just a standard mini fridge so that we could keep our water and apple juice cool without worrying about my daughter getting into the alcohol. The valets were very nice if a bit pushy - we ended up street parking because our car is not very expensive and Cleveland parking is free on weekends rather than pay $*each time we come or go from the hotel. The hotel provides a map to go jogging and...
It was very clean abd the staff were very friendly.
Comfortable beds, happy hour, free breakfast and great staff. Valet parks the cars a couple blocks away in a public lot. Trust me when I say park the car yourself. It takes them over 10 minutes to retrieve each car and when we were there only 1 person was working to run for the cars. We took a walk that morning and watched the valet drivers pathetically meandering to the cars, not jogging or even fast walking. It makes it difficult if you are trying to be somewhere on time. Budget 30-40 minutes to get your car the next morning if you use valet.
The location to everything downtown. Walked to many locations. The wood floors in my room. Friendlies of the staff, very helpful! The smells of the building. Old building wit a slight sewer smell. No fan in the bathroom. Had another light in the ceiling but couldn't figure out how to turn it on.
Good hotel that is located downtown. Different from normal hotel, a mix of old with new. The location is great, everything is within walking distance, Tower City, the Q, Progressive Field and numerous bars and restaurants. Rooms are newly updated and the hotel itself is under renovation. Try to request a room across the arcade, you get an interesting walk through the top of the arcade as you find your room. Great hotel, with a cool, architecture location. The staff was perfect as well; doing anything to help. Currently under construction, but they are updating so I'm sure it will look great once they are done.
Staff for sure, location was clutch and breakfast, yeah I want to stay Swimming pool would have been the only thing


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