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When you think of college, what kind of institution comes to mind?
In our experience, most people think of an ivy-covered four-year institution. It's rare that this question conjures up an image of a community college.
Yet, the 1,132 accredited community colleges in the U.S. enroll 44% of all domestic undergraduates. About half of all students at four-year colleges and universities in the U.S. attend community colleges prior to earning their degrees. In recent years that has translated into an annual community college enrollment of about 8 million students in credit programs and another 5 million for non-credit courses.
What is presented in NVCC's 2013-2016 Strategic Plan builds on the previous plan, maintaining the well-tested framework of five goals to serve as grounding forces in all that we do. Each goal then includes three initiatives, many of which got started or built momentum under our 2010–13 Strategic Plan. These goals and corresponding initiatives will drive activities on campus, focusing where in the higher education educational continuum—from pre-collegiate to program completion, graduation, employment and transfer—we think we can leverage significant impact to improve the 10 college-wide outcomes we will collectively strive for by 2016. Most importantly, they represent our efforts to even more fully realize our potential as a regional force in education and beyond.
Goal 1: Provide Relevant Academic Offerings that Meet the Need of a Global Economy and the Workplace
Goal 2: Ensure Student Engagement and Success
Goal 3: Enhance Academic Leadership and Professional Development
Goal 4: Encourage Community Engagement and Partnerships
Goal 5: Promote Student Learning and Academic Effectiveness
Goal 6: Maximize Effective Use of Technology to Ensure Student Success
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Goal 1: To increase the enrollment of the traditional 24-year-old-or-less student population.
Goal 2: To increase enrollment of the non-traditional 25-plus-year-old student population.
Goal 3: To increase the on-line enrollment of both traditional and non-traditional populations.
Goal 4: To increase FTE enrollment in Danbury.
Goal 1: To increase the traditional age student retention rate.
Goal 2: To increase the non-traditional student retention rate.
Goal 1: To increase graduation rates to meet the 100% completion rate.
View the Enrollment Management Master Plan »
Strategic Goal Area
NVCC Information Technology supports teaching
and learning with technology.
NVCC Information Technology services are easy
and simple to access.
NVCC Information Technology assists students
to learn to use technology.
NVCC Information Technology is a partner with
departments and communities that use our services.
NVCC Information Technology identifies and
cultivates alternate funding sources to support information technology initiatives.
View the Information Technology Master Plan »
Goal 1: Promote every department/division to develop a mission statement and identify goals and outcomes
Goal 2: Facilitate connections between departmental activities and institutional outcomes
Goal 3: Ensure that every department systematically assesses its outcomes
Goal 4: Ensure that every department/unit uses results to develop strategies for improvement
Goal 5: Identify, review and report performance measures indicators to ensure institutional effectiveness
Goal 6: Connect results with request for resources
View the Institutional Effectiveness Master Plan »
View the Institutional Development Master Plan »
1 American Association of Community Colleges 2012 Fact Sheet.
2 Ibid.
3 College Board Center for Innovative Thought. Winning the Skills Race and
Strengthening America's Middle Class: An Action Agenda for Community Colleges.
January 2008, p. 16.


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AUSTIN, Texas — The Battleship TEXAS Foundation has donated $2 million to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to go toward constructing a dry berth for the aging landmark vessel moored at the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site in LaPorte.
Last week's presentation by foundation Chairman Tony Gregory to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission is part of a foundation pledge of $4 million in private funds to match $25 million in Proposition 4 voter-approved bonds in 2007 to dry berth the Battleship Texas. The project involves minor structural repairs necessary for towing the ship a short distance, construction of the dry berth and returning the dreadnought to its park side location, where it was first berthed in 1948. The Battleship TEXAS Foundation is pledged to donate another $2 million to TPWD next year.
The Texas Public Finance Authority and Bond Review Board in May of this year approved the sale of $25 million in bonds authorized by the 80th Texas Legislature to help finance the $29 million project. TPWD has received proposals from engineering firms seeking approval of qualifications to bid on the dry berthing project.
The Battleship TEXAS, launched in 1912, is the only surviving U.S. warship that saw action in both world wars and was the nation's first battleship memorial museum. Saltwater is slowly corroding the aging steel hull of the almost 100-year-old battleship, forcing the pumping on average of nine tons of water out of the hull every day. Dry berthing the ship out of the salty water will go a long way in preventing future corrosion of its hull and keeping repair costs to a minimum.
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Before, Challenge participant and early riser Lindsay Michalcik ate two breakfasts: at 6:30 a.m., Cocoa Pebbles and coffee; at 9 a.m., a croissant and iced coffee with cream. The advice from dietitian Stephanie Middleberg: "Avoid refined carbs and sugar, which make you hungrier later. And swap the second breakfast for a mid-morning snack--under 150 calories."
Now, Lindsay eats breakfast at 6:30 a.m.: Kashi Heart to Heart cereal with a banana and coffee; and a snack, grapes, at 9 a.m.
The next step: "Whole-grain cereal and fruit are healthy choices," Middleberg says. (The payoff: Lindsay's lost 15 pounds!) "But she could pair the grapes (keep it to about 15) with ½ oz nuts (12 almonds). The protein will help carry her till lunch."
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Loomis handed the Sutherland girls its second loss of the season Thursday, but the Sailors came back with a vengenance to defeat Elm Creek Friday.
sutherland jumped out to a 13-6 lead in the first quarter but Loomis slowly fought their way back to trail 32-28 going into the final quarter.
Loomis got within two points as the clock wound down. After a missed shot, Loomis came up with an offensive rebound and put the ball back in to tie the game with 20 seconds left. On the same play, Sutherland was whistled for a foul away from the ball.
Loomis converted the free throw to take the lead. Sutherland missed a shot on the other end of the court. Loomis got the rebound and was deliberately fouled, then hit a free throw. Enough time remained for Sutherland to take a last second shot, but it rimmed out, Coach Jason Gunderson said.
Sam Kennedy scored 17 points for Sutherland to lead all scorers. Her teammate Joli Hopping has 10, including two three-pointers.
Paige Thorell led Loomis with 14 points and Tori Maaskie scored 10.
Score by quarters
Loomis: 6-10-12-16 - 44
Sutherland: 13-10-9-10 - 42
Team totals: Three pointers: Sutherland 3 (Hopping 2, Allison Stewart). Loomis 1 (Jenessa Bergman). Free throws: Sutherland 5-6, Loomis 12-29.
The Sailors exploded for 28 points in the first quarter Friday to overwhelm Elm Creek and win easily, 62-22.
Sutherland (7-2) applied full court man-to-man pressure against Elm Creek (1-8) and held a commanding 41-7 lead at halftime.
"I think we took out some frustrations from the night before," Sutherland Head Coach Jason Gunderson said. "Our shots were falling early and they got a little rattled."
Joli Hopping hit three treys for the Sailors in the first quarter.
Sutherland showed offensive balance with four players in double figures. Sam Staggs had 14; Kaley Stokey and Sam Kennedy each had 12 and Hopping 11.
"I was real pleased with our offense," Gunderson said. "Last night we forced the ball a little bit, but tonight we let the game come to us."
Elm Creek's Jackie Burke led her team on offense with six points.
Sutherland: 28-13-14-7 - 62
Elm Creek: 2-5-7-6 - 22
Team totals:Three pointers: Sutherland 5 (Hopping 3, Stokey 2). Free throws: Sutherland 10-16, Elm Creek 7-10.
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The Indianapolis Colts have been awarded compensatory choices in the third, fourth and fifth rounds of the April 28-29 NFL draft, the league announced Monday.
The Colts received the 98th, 136th and 173rd overall selections based on their net loss of three free agents in 2006. The compensatory picks are determined by a formula based on salary, playing time and postseason honors.
The Colts lost running back Edgerrin James, linebacker David Thornton, tackle Larry Tripplett and kicker Mike Vanderjagt and signed kicker Adam Vinatieri.


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PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- Should New York's new veteran relievers perform as the team hopes, the Mets could be on the hook for some significant cash. Both right-hander LaTroy Hawkins and lefty Pedro Feliciano will earn $1 million if they make the Opening Day roster, and up to $300,000 in incentives apiece. They will each earn the full amount if they appear in at least 65 games.
Hawkins can request his release if the Mets have not promoted him to the active roster by March 26.
Right-hander Brandon Lyon, whose base salary of $750,000 is guaranteed on a Major League deal, can also make up to an additional $1.65 million in incentives.


text: Fall reunions are a pleasant time By Alyce Faye Bragg August 31, 2012 Story Share It was a splendid pre-fall day when my sister Jeannie and I journeyed to Ravenswood to meet our other two sisters who live in Jackson County. It was a spur of the moment plan to get together for a sibling picnic, and the trip up I-77 was pleasant.There was a definite yellowish haze on the trees, as the leaves were losing their summer greenness and beginning to fade. Here and there a few trees had turned a light red, and it was evident that fall was fast approaching. There was an anticipatory feeling in the air, which matched the expectant feeling in our hearts at the idea of being together again.My sisters are my dearest friends. We have always been close, and distance has not diminished the love we have for one another. Our destination was the River Front Park, which is situated between Ravenswood and the Ohio River. We spread our picnic on one of the tables, and watched the river flow onward.Tall trees overshadowed the park area, and a cool breeze rippled across the river and blew through the park. It was altogether a perfect, peaceful day. I looked at my sisters and memories began floating through my mind. I was the oldest sister; actually the oldest child in our family of seven children. Mary Ellen is five years younger than I am, and I am 10 years older than Jeannie. I was almost 12 when Susie was born, who was the last child.I remember my Aunt Lucille remarking with a grin, "Gay [our father] let all the kids run footloose and fancy free until Susie came along. He knew she would be the last one so he fenced in the yard!" We adored our little bald-headed baby sister.Mom had all seven of us in 12 years, so she had to have all the help she could get. Susie was Mary Ellen's special baby, and Jeannie was mine. It was our job to get them ready for bed and tuck them in, which was easy since we had two iron bedsteads in one bedroom and we slept with our babies.Jeannie was plagued with eczema, and I remember rubbing eczema salve in the bends of her elbows and behind her knees. Then I dressed her in Dr. Denton's with the feet attached, while Mary Ellen dressed Susie. This was the best part of our day, when we took our babies out on the front porch and swung them in the old porch swing.There were woodbine and heavenly blue morning glories twined up to the top of the porch, which made shade and seclusion from the world. With our babies cuddled on our laps, we sung them to sleep. Sometimes Grandpa would sit on a rough wooden kitchen chair tilted back against the wall. He smoked a pipe, and the fragrant scent of the tobacco drifted through the air. Whether he enjoyed our singing or not I don't know, but he did say he wanted "Precious Memories" sung at his funeral. We would warble, "Twilight is stealing over the sea; shadows are falling dark on the lea," We didn't have the foggiest of what a "lea" was, but it sounded sad and romantic, and we loved it. "Borne on the night winds voices of yore, come from that far off shore." Now I understand. I can hear those "voices of yore" in my memoryThe chorus went like this, "Far away, beyond the starlit sky, where the love light never, never dies, gleameth a mansion filled with delight, sweet happy home so bright." No, the love light never dies, not even here, as long as memory lasts. "Come in the twilight, come, come to me . . ." Ah, memories! They do come in the twilight, in the evening shadows, when the day draws to a close, and the mind is free to drift.I see Mary Ellen when she was a youngster, with her blonde hair in pigtails, except one of them always came loose and hung about her face. She was a sweet-natured child with a mild temperament. She rarely fussed with the rest of us children. Her buddy was her brother Mark, who was next to her in age. She became a compassionate, loving lady, whose greatest desire is living for the Lord. In fact, the virtuous woman described in Proverbs describes her exactly. In spite of the pain from a severe case of fibromyalgia, she still extends love and help to others. Jeannie (or Glenna Jean) was my very own baby. She seemed rather frail when she was little but outgrew the eczema and other ailments to become a beautiful lady. I remember when she fell off the front gate and broke her arm. I was devastated. I always felt protective toward her. She began singing when she was a tot, and in church services she was usually asked to sing. She has a lovely voice and still sings. A retired RN, she spends a lot of time with her grandchildren. Ah! Susie! She was envious of Jeannie's singing (because people gave her money) and announced one time -- she had a lisp -- "I got just a good a boice as Jeannie!" She can sing, too. I guess we made a monkey out of her. She got mad at Daddy once and told him, "You look like thomething walking around the barnyard!" She always had a delightful sense of humor, and my children adored her.She had a terrible automobile accident several years ago on her way to church and hit black ice coming down a hill. She's never fully recovered from that, but manages to cope and keep her sense of humor. She is a special sister.The Lord has blessed us abundantly, and I'm so thankful for my wonderful sisters. ************** We received more apple butter recipes from some of our readers. In fact, June Walker of Hurricane sent two envelopes full of slow cooker apple butter recipes. (Thank you, June) Della Coleman writes from Paintsville, Ky., and sends her recipe, which she says "tastes just like Grandma's!" (Nine cups apple sauce, 4 cups sugar, 2 drops cinnamon oil, 4 teaspoons cinnamon, and 2 teaspoon ground cloves. Cook in crock pot 4 hours on high.) The parched corn recipes will have to wait for another week. Don't forget the Hagar School reunion today at Bethel ME Church Fellowship Building. Everyone is welcome! Story Share Story Share Trending Now 1 Former State Police captain now chief in Winfield 2 WVU seeking improvements during off week 3 Innerviews: Dual-identity surgeon riding high in horse racing world 4 Huggins, WVU tap South Florida hoops talent 5 Man charged after motorcycle pursuit early Sunday August slips into autumn Previous Story Loss of state troopers devastates Clay County Next Story


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DETROIT - For many people, sitting in front of a fireplace is a relaxing and enjoyable time to unwind.
This is especially true in Michigan when the winter temperatures can get extremely cold. Joy Breeze of Macomb has a fireplace in her home, but never really loved how it looked. Last January, she decided to order a new improved model.
Joy says she hired Peter Pone with the Fireplace Design Center. Pone had done some repair work on Joy's existing fireplace, and that experience had been very positive.
"Everything looked legit in every way. I just thought he was a fine young man," said Breeze.
She says Pone asked for a hefty deposit.
"He wanted a 75 percent down and at that point, I blinked and thought that this was a lot to put down," Breeze said.
Despite her initial reaction, Joy says she wrote a check for $2,500, slightly less than the 75% that was requested. She says he quickly cashed
the check.
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After her check was cashed, Breeze waited for the project to begin. She says there was a series of delays, and it became more and more difficult to contact Pone.
"He didn't call back. I waited a significant period of time and didn't hear a thing," Joy said. When he failed to respond, she finally contacted Ruth to the Rescue.
Ruth to the Rescue Responds
The Ruth to the Rescue unit tried to call Peter Pone over a few weeks. Local 4 Consumer Expert Ruth Spencer went to some of the addresses listed for Pone, but could not find him. Joy Breeze is left to wait and wonder if she'll ever get her money back, if she'll get her new fireplace, and if she'll ever hear from Peter Pone.
"To know that somebody just turns around, and doesn't keep their word, doesn't show integrity, it just broke my heart, because I believed in this young man," said Joy.
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The Better Business Bureau has given the Fireplace Design Center an "F" for failure to respond to a customer's complaints. It offers the following the guidelines if you are planning a big project in your home.
*Get Multiple Estimates
When hiring a contractor to do any type of work get at least three estimates. Make sure the contractors have proof of their licenses and insurance. Ask if a permit is required for the project. Qualified contractors are able to acquire any permits before starting the job. Double check the information provided with the Better Business Bureau and see how long they have been in business, if they are accredited, and if there are any complaints against their business.
*Look Carefully at References
Look at more than what the contractor supplies. If it is possible ask to go to or call previous jobs and interview the given references. Ask the previous customers if the job was completed to their specifications and if it was completed on schedule. Ask why they would recommend that particular contractor and if they would use their business again. It is also important to find out if the original estimate was close to what they paid or if the contractor charged unforeseen costs along the way.
*Do Not Pay for the Whole Project Upfront
Try to arrange for the lowest down payment as possible. Pay the contractor according to how much work has been completed. The customer should not make the final payment until the job is completed and the final project meets their standards. Always pay with either a credit card or check because it provides proof of payment. And make sure the contractor pays their subcontractors after the job is completed.
*Put Everything Into a Contract
Ask the contractor to make a written agreement that includes all the project details very clearly. The contract should consist of: the contractors information, a payment schedule, an estimated completion date, all the materials being used and their prices, warranties, and any other specific promises. Make sure to include that the contractor is accountable for cleaning-up the area after completion of the project. Never sign any blank contracts or any contracts without reading them thoroughly. Keep a copy of the contract after the job is completed in case there are any issues.
*Avoid Contractors Who:
Sell door to door
Ask for payments in cash
Have extra material from their last job
Pressure customers to sign a contract
Want the full payment upfront
Tell the customers to borrow money from their lender
Ask customers to get the building permit
If you have a consumer story you would like Ruth to the Rescue to investigate, you can call (313) 298-WDIV or send an email to firstname.lastname@example.com.
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I love it when dairy farmers ask me questions. Sometimes they ask the right questions and sometimes there are questions they should be asking me. As a veterinarian, it is difficult to sometimes point out things to a farmer about their operation. Sometimes there are lots of things we need to address and we need to do a few steps at a time. As a business owner, I ask questions about how I can improve my business. I ask various people these questions — employees, farmers, consultants, and other veterinarians.
So, what are the questions you should be asking your veterinarian?
What is the No. 1 bottleneck on my farm?
You might view your veterinarian as someone who just palpates or ultrasounds cows for pregnancy, or perhaps he or she is the person who treats sick cows or designs treatment protocols. But he is the one person who can be involved in all facets of your dairy operation. He can be involved with and have expertise with heifer-raising, milk quality, reproduction, health, nutrition, and cow comfort. I know the answer to this question for every one of my clients' dairy operations, but very few have point-blank asked me this question. If we cannot remove the No. 1 bottleneck on the farm, everything else we are doing is not maximizing its potential return. You might have a different answer than your veterinarian, but you should consider what his/her answer is to this question. Once we identify what that bottleneck is on the farm, the next step is to take action to correct this bottleneck. Sometimes this is a big step —either in terms of management, labor or facilities. However, removing the No. 1 bottleneck on a farm is one of the most important areas to address in evaluating your operation.
How can I reduce my treatment costs and improve effectiveness of treatments for sick animals on my farm?
I think one of the biggest impacts a veterinarian can have on ANY size farm is evaluating your treatment protocols. It is very common for a veterinarian to see wasted drug costs due to inappropriate treatments or misdiagnosis. Ask your veterinarian to review your treatment protocols and to review your treatment records. Evaluate your drug inventory and compare it to the number of fresh animals over a given time period. If you do not keep treatment records, it is very difficult to thoroughly evaluate the effectiveness and cost efficiency of your treatments.
What should I be using my veterinarian for and what should I not be using my veterinarian for on my dairy?
On some farms, we see missed opportunities in the name of reducing veterinary expense. Ask us what we should be doing. Often, there is an area on the farm that we can help and it is being overlooked. Likewise, there are things I do on farms that I should not be doing. I can train employees or owners to do some of these things, and this money could be put to better use hiring me to do something else.
Can you evaluate my facilities and cow comfort?
This should be done on a routine basis on the farm. Have your veterinarian walk the entire farm and ask him or her for suggestions on what needs to change to improve animal comfort. A comfortable animal is a healthy and productive animal. It is our duty to design facilities and handle animals so that they can live a comfortable life. Too often, we see facilities in need of an update that are causing injury and lameness to animals. Ask your veterinarian for an assessment of the comfort of your animals.
Consider what questions you want your veterinarian to answer for you. Ask us and expect an honest assessment.
Some of the biggest improvements I have seen on dairy farms were after a critical assessment. I always tell people that if they ask me a question, they are going to get an honest answer — even if they don't want to hear it. Be prepared to ask your questions and be prepared to work with your veterinarian to improve your farm for future success.


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Alla....it is great to hear that the pain has been reduced significantly. I hope for both of you to get some rest now.
Alla, we have had numerous postings on bowel obstructions. I am enclosing a link for you:
http://www.cholangiocarcinoma.org/punbb … 233#p66233
Fingers are crossed for things to move in the right direction now. I am thinking of you and am sending tons of good wishes your way.


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Check out this photograph of the New York Philharmonic Orchestra in 1960. What is missing from this orchestra?
That's right, women! Look at all those bald pates. Exactly how many women were in the Philharmonic in 1962? Zero. A program from that year turns up names like Leopold, Oscar, Carlo, Mordecai, Engelbert, Stanley, Sol, Rudolph, Eugene...
In contrast, here is a recent photo of the Philharmonic. At present over one third of the orchestra is female; in fact there are more female violinists than male ones. That percentage in NY is still low - across all professional orchestras in the US about 48.6% of the musicians are female. But compared to European orchestras we're doing pretty well - less than 14% of the Berlin Philharmonic is female, and don't even get me talking about the Vienna Philharmonic.
So what has made the difference? Why have American orchestras increased the number of women in the ranks, but European orchestras have not?
The difference is almost universally chalked up to the institution of the blind audition, in which the auditionees play for an audition committee from behind a screen. These began to be common in the US in the 1970s, and eventually the norm in the 1980s, after prominent anti-discrimination suits, mostly involving racial discrimination, were won by professional musicians. Women were warned not to wear high heels or perfume, or to speak aloud, so that their gender could not be used against them. All of a sudden, as many women were winning auditions as men. The institution of blind auditions was a seminal moment in women's rights in the arts. (And yet, the proportion in the major orchestras is still not even - probably because auditions are held only when there are retirements, and many of the male musicians from the 1960s and 70s are still playing. And only one major US orchestra is conducted by a woman - but then, how could you have a blind audition for a conductor?)
In Europe, however, blind auditions are not the standard, and in some orchestras (notably the Vienna Philharmonic) the anti-woman bias is a part of the culture of the organization.
So what, you ask, does any of this have to do with running? Well, gdionelli has been pondering her future as a runner. How many of you have said, "I want to be SeniorRunner when I grow up?" I know I have, but as I look around at races there are very few over-60 women, and at the little local races most of those are walkers. I've also been looking at race results for the age groups older than my current one, and I'm not impressed.
Since I used the NY Phil as an example, I'll stick with NY. This is not a scientific survey, just a sampling, but I always have my eye on my age group and older when I look at race results, and usually see something similar. Look at the geezer finisher demographics from the 2011 NYC Marathon:
Age Group Men Women
60-64 1,106 291
65-69 363 87
70-74 158 28
75-79 35 6
80-89 9 4
Anybody see a discrepancy here? And yet, if you look back at the younger groups, there were actually more 25-29 year old female finishers than male ones. Perhaps older women aren't doing the longer marathon distance for some type of physical reason? After all, we all know that women are more susceptible to, for example, ACL injuries than men. OK, then let's look at results from a shorter distance, the 2011 NYC Half Marathon:
Age Group Men Women
60-64 135 49
65-69 45 18
70-74 12 5
75-79 5 1
80-89 2 0
Yet in the same year, women in the 25-29 age group outnumbered men 1333 to 765. It seems clear that, in New York, at least, fewer women are running in their geezer years. What's up with this? Is there something physiological that causes women to stop running at a certain age? Are there lifestyle factors, such as grandmother duties, that make women gradually give it all up? Or was there a seminal moment like the introduction of blind auditions in orchestras that gave younger women the push, hence the larger numbers amongst the younger age groups? If that is the case, the demographics should continue to change so that the race results in a couple of decades will show more equal numbers of male and female codgers.
Perhaps the seminal moment was the passage of Title IX in 1972? Certainly it opened up doors for female athletes, leading to cultural changes that were more accepting of women in athletics. Or maybe it was the example of a trailblazer, such as Kathleen Switzer, that started the swing of the pendulum? I welcome your speculations and theories.
Of course, the human body does wear out, and one can't always return from injury. But do I have as good a chance as, say, Atombuddy, to continue running into my 70s? I submit that I do, and I have every intention of running the Marshall Marathon in 2030. I won't be fast, in fact I may be last, but I'll finish. Women of the Loop, who is with me?


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Outside of Las Vegas, the best hotel I have ever stayed at. A newer property with every amenity, and old school southern hospitality. Instead of jumping on the 'hip, edgy, party ' bandwagon, the Ballantyne exudes the class and charm of a true luxury hotel. Located out of downtown, it's within 30 minutes of all Charlotte attractions. A real gem I'll return to many times.
The weekend was a birthday gift from my husband (which he set up over the internet while deployed overseas) It was the best birthday I have ever spent by myself. The room is beautiful. The piano player in the evening was very good. The spa is INCREDIBLE! You must have a hot rock massage. Though I'm sure some families stay here I didn't see one child. The pool and hot tub were so relaxing. My husband is home now and we will be staying here again for our anniversary. For military couples - ask about the military discount. (Find a sitter and enjoy a perfect romantic retreat.) The discount is a real testiment to how much this resort supports the troops and their familes - THANK BALLANTYNE!
stayed in charlotte on business and this hotel was close to office. it was very nice, more like a four seasons hotel but wasn't too expensive. the bed was the most comfortable i have experienced in a hotel. overall good value
Definately one of the nicest hotels I have stayed in the USA and for a much better value than other major cities. Excellent service by all employees and a top notch facilty with a great golf course and highly rated spa
This was absolutly the best hotel I have ever stayed at. The room was decorated very nicely. It is a great place for a getaway with your significant other.
Loved and enjoyed our stay. Room was comfortable, clean, quiet, everything we needed. Serviced at every level was friendly and professional, concierge outstanding!
The moment that you step into this hotel you feel as though you are enveloped by luxury. The Great Hall has an exquisite decor that provides an elegant atmosphere, but the comfortable chairs placed near the roaring fire make it seem like home. The rooms are very well-appointed and the beds are extremely comfortable. The property has a beautiful spa that provides treatments for a much more reasonable rate than many other facilities. There is an incredible golf course, a well-equipped fitness center, an indoor pool with a hot tub, and even a sauna in the locker rooms. We have traveled extensively and found this hotel to be five star quality at a very reasonable price. We have already visited a second time!
My stay was excellent and appreciated the cleanliness of the room and hotel overall.
The resort is very beautiful.The staff attends to all your needs and is very professional. I would recommend the resort for all types of travel. Staying at the Ballantyne is a vacation all by itself.
The Hotel was so cozy and regal at the same time. The staff was so friendly! I loved it there! I would go back just to stay at that hotel. I cant say enough about it. We had breakfast there and the food was great and the service was great there too. I checked out the pool area and would have loved to have more time to spend there. It was a quick trip but I will be back!


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When roasting Hatch, N.M., chili peppers, I found it helpful to have a sales pitch ready.
Especially for customers who had never eaten a fresh chili, much less seen a batch being roasted in an iron drum rotating slowly over propane-fueled, hot blue flames.
"Good chili warms you twice," I explained as I handed a sample, wrapped in a flour tortilla to the curious customer. "It warms you in the bright sun of today, certainly. But you have to imagine this same sensation a few months from now. You know, when it's 10 degrees below-zero outside?
"That's when you take a bag of chili from the freezer, peel and chop up some of these babies into a stew or pot of beans. Then, let that robust dose of capsaicin — the heat from the chili — surge through your body, opening blocked sinuses, warming you from the top of your head all the way to the tips of your previously frozen toes."
The line was always good for a sale.
OK, so the whole, chili-roasting scene is more common in the Southwest. (And setting up a roasting program is as much work as it is fun). But every produce department ought to include chili education as part of its training program.
First, because all categories include some unit of quality measurement (sugar or crispness levels for apples, for example), realize that chili does too. Called the Scoville Heat Scale after pharmacist Wilbur Scoville, who established it in 1912, the graduated scale indicates the amount of the chemical capsaicin within the chili peppers. The higher the number assigned to a variety, the hotter the chili.
Then, while there are numerous chilies on the market, providing a simple reference is helpful.
Consider a bell pepper: sweet and few (if any) heat units. Anaheim has 1,000-2,000 Scoville units. The Hatch, anaheim and jalapeno can register from 3,500 to 8,000 units. Serrano has 10,000 to 23,000 units, and the habanero/Scotch bonnet chili heat units can range from 100,000 to 300,000.
Gives new meaning to the phrase, "Hot enough for you?" doesn't it?
Why the wide ranges in Scoville units within each variety? To finish the lesson, I explain the variables are like any other commodity. Factors such as source, variety, seed, climate and soil all play a role. We've all had some jalapenos, for example, that were tolerable, while others instantly sear the roofs of our mouths, right?
Chilies are low in calories and have been found to speed up metabolism. More than this, chili adds zest and interest to a growing number of dishes and the category continues to expand in popularity.
As the summer chili harvest season heats up, it's a topic worth reviewing.
Armand Lobato works for the Idaho Potato Commission. His 30 years of experience in the produce business span a range of foodservice and retail positions.
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National Parks TV Series May Turn Texan Eyes To State Parks
AUSTIN, Texas — Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns' PBS series "The National Parks: America's Best Idea" is firing the public imagination about parks at a time when the Texas State Parks system is reinventing itself to engage a new generation of visitors. State park officials hope to capitalize on the enthusiasm, reminding Texans their own system of 93 sites has a diverse history that includes new offerings for the 21st century.
The 12-hour national parks series is airing on PBS in six two-hour segments that began Sept. 29 and continue through Friday, Oct. 3. Months before the series, TPWD video producers began communicating with Texas public TV stations about possibly providing video material to run alongside the Burns series.
Producer Ron Kabele ended up putting together four 20-minute state park specials using material produced for the weekly, half-hour series Texas Parks & Wildlife that airs on all Texas PBS stations. The regional segments cover West Texas, Central Texas, North Texas and the Gulf coast. The TPWD episodes will run during fall pledge drives, with Texas stations running the modular episodes for 20 minutes, then soliciting viewer pledge calls for 10 minutes. KUHT-TV Houston already did this Sep. 12. The state park specials brief feature introductory and closing comments by TPWD Executive Director Carter Smith, shot at McKinney Falls State Park.
Also, just as the PBS Web site offers multimedia options for people to learn about national parks, TPWD has recently unveiled a number of new online tools relating to Texas state parks.
Visitors to the Texas Parks and Wildlife YouTube Channel can view more than 120 short videos online. This includes more than 75 videos showcasing nature, history and things to do at individual state parks across Texas. The department's YouTube channel is one of four "social media" outlets TPWD is currently piloting, the others being Twitter, Facebook and Flickr. TPWD YouTube videos cover individual state parks, fishing, hunting, wildlife, boating safety, how-to topics and news reports on a variety of subjects.
The department also recently launched two CCC Web Sites that explore the historical and architectural links between the Texas state parks system and the Civilian Conservation Corps. The CCC was a New Deal-era federal works program that helped construct dozens of state parks across Texas, as well as many of the national parks featured in Burns' documentary.
TPWD is also preparing to spend tens of millions of dollars on major repairs and improvements at state parks, money approved by state voters and the Texas Legislature. And, with additional funding from lawmakers provided in 2007, the department has hired new staff and launched new programs to manage and showcase state parks.
A flagship example of new state park offerings to reach new audiences is the Texas Outdoor Family program. No experience is necessary for these weekend workshops, which teach parents and kids to pitch tents, cook over campfires and reconnect with nature. These cost $55 for a family of up to six people, and that fee covers all necessary equipment and instruction, everything except food and bedding.
More information is on the TPWD Web site, or see lifesbetteroutside.org for a simple one-stop menu of family adventure options for nature and the outdoors. Or, pick up a Texas State Park Guide booklet at any state park or at most local tourism offices. Campers can make state park reservations online, or by phoning (512) 389-8900.
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So the Ipad 3 is about to come out.. With some new shiny features. Those of you that have Ipads or know about them, what do you think I should do?
I recently decided I would buy an Ipad. When I started looking around I noticed the Ipad 3 was coming out soon so I decided I would wait for that, because when that comes out, it throws out a new shiny option as well as lowers the price on the one that is currently out.
Which should I get?
A new Ipad 2?
Or new Ipad 3?


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Paradoxically, in this time of almost crushing concern over the state of our nation, the inauguration of a new President ushers in, at least briefly, a period of palpable hope.
Hope for a better economy, for demonstrable progress in Iraq, Afghanistan and the Middle East, and for improvements in everything from climate change to education to Social Security to health care. Indeed, optimism abounds even as things seem to be falling down all around us. It's the American way.
But those aren't the only things we have to feel hopeful about. Or, for that matter, to worry about.
CATS has breathed its last breath.
After several attempts in recent years, Kentucky lawmakers have finally agreed on a plan to hammer the final nail in the CATS coffin.
So, after 10 years of working toward the 2014 proficiency goal, we're changing course. Sounds kinda discouraging, doesn't it?
But the fact is that stuffing CATS back in the bag could be the boost that education in Kentucky needs.
"Hello, Supreme Pizza, Carmen speaking, how can I help you Dr. Applebaum?"
How do you know my name?
"Caller ID, my friend, would you like the usual, vegetarian with extra onions delivered to 23 High Side Lane?"
That would be great.
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Sure, thank you, goodbye.
Sun - shine [suhn-shahyn] n.
1. the shining of the sun; direct light of the sun
2. brightness or radiance; cheerfulness or happiness
3. the effect of the sun in lighting and heating a place
4. a place where the direct rays of the sun fall
Say you have gone to a government or school board meeting to hear and maybe even participate in a discussion about why a certain action is being taken.
Then, to your surprise, a vote is taken without that discussion taking place.
What happened?
It always seems as if something breaks down or needs replacing whenever large bills are due.
If it's time to pay the homeowner's insurance premium, then one of our vehicles needs new tires. If it's time for property tax bills, then the hot water heater goes out. That's just the way life is.
Somehow, though, while there might not always be money for the things we want, there always seems to be enough for the things we need.
But for those people who have more money than they know what to do with, companies are now making more and more "must have" items.
As my colleagues and I returned from the 2009 session's five day hiatus, we quickly resumed our work attending meetings, hearing testimony, studying proposed legislation and approving bills in the House chambers as only 12 days remain in this year's legislative session.
Legislative committee meetings were full of debate and action this week.
Rumors. They can be thorns in the side of reporters. Rumors abound in the newsroom. Folks call us quite often to tell us the latest one. We welcome them all. Some turn out to be true and become news stories. Others are not and are promptly forgotten.
A case in point - a submerged vehicle in City Lake.
I'd heard this one several times, always just after lunch for some reason. A reader would call and say they either saw a car go in the lake or that someone told them a car was in the lake.
As spring approaches, many consider it the perfect time for house cleaning. Because of that, I figure it's time to clear a few items out of our closet that appear to be causing some problems.
Item No. 1
We wasted taxpayer money last week. At least, that's what Judge/Executive Eddie Rogers tells us.
It's really just a love story, and that's something we can all - adults and teens alike - enjoy reading.
It just so happens, however, that the love story is laced in between a lengthy series of good versus bad vampire battles, sagas of werewolves who fight with those vampires and fall in love with humans and some very bad vampires from far away who want to do lots and lots of harm to the good vampires.
I, like so many others, have gotten swept up in the "Twilight" fanfare.
At age 56, I'm quite happy to still have the majority of my hair. Much of it is starting to turn gray, but I can live with that.
I still have dreams of growing my hair really long and becoming a rock star. I'll just have to accept the fact that American Idol won't accept contestants my age. Maybe I could replace Simon. I can do what he does with at least a bit more diplomacy and I already have more hair. I certainly wouldn't mind being paid the salary he receives.
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Blake, I was reviewing a post you made on the PDGA board nearly a year ago (it took a long time to find it) about the characteristics of many of the top putters being manufactured, or at least the noteworthy ones.
Anyway, a couple of the low profile putters you immediately tossed aside because of their non-existant glide...the rhyno and the bulldog (which I don't know whether or not is low profile since I've never held one). Then you sorted out the putters based on being slow and accurate, thus eliminating another low profile putter....the classic roc.
Anyways, my question stems from a problem I seem to have with my current putter, the wizard. I have small hands, and I notice that I have a flutter problem on my drives. I'm not sure if it is because of the bead or because of the size of the wizard, but it causes quite a bit of unpredictability. I don't seem to have this fluttering problem with my classic roc.
Now for the question....Which low profile putter has the best characteristics? I read once that you suggest picking a putter with the best characteristics and learning from that.....but unfortunately, the wizard isn't working for me (even though it's probably more my fault than the putters fault). And does the classic roc really possess enough qualities to consider it a putter?


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Photo Coverage: IBALONG Meets the Press; Show Opens 2/8
The cast of Tanghalang Pilipino's IBALONG, led by (center) Jenine Desiderio (photo by JR Sala)
By Precious Lee Cundangan
Manila, Philippines, February 2, 2013 -- Tanghalang Pilipino (TP), the resident theater company of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP), is facing herculean task -- artistically, physically, and economically -- with the staging of "Ibalong," an epic dance drama.
For "Ibalong," TP wants to break the norm in theatrical presentation with elaborate sets and costumes, and with highly energetic fight choreography.
"Ibalong," inspired by City of Legazpi's (capital of the Bicol Region) week-long, non-religious festival, tells the story of a league of warriors, led by Handyong, who arrive in Bicol (formerly Ibalon), where these men face vicious attacks from beasts and monsters -- a cyclops, winged sharks, wild carabaos, and snakes.
Directed by Tuxqs Rutaquio, featuring music by Carol Bello and libretto by Rody Vera, "Ibalong," also tells an unlikely love story between Handyong (Remus Villanueva) and Oryol (Jenine Desiderio), a beast.
When Handyong introduces Ibalon to civilization, Oryol, a mistress of deceit, transforms herself into a young lady to seduce the handsome warrior. But the quick-witted Handyong turns the tide by making Oryol fall in love with him instead.
"For Oryol, I had to co-create something that's quite different from what I've done in the past. I've to make this character appealing; and it's not that easy -- emotionally and artistically," explained Desiderio, a "Miss Saigon" alumna, at a press conference held last month.
She continued, "Singing the songs from the show [whose musical style is based on indigenous Filipino rhythm and melodies] is also very challenging."
Besides Desiderio, "Ibalong's" cast also include May Bayot, Myke Salomon, Red Nuestro, Delphine Buencamino, Trixie Esteban, Cheeno Macaraig, Tara Cabaero, Hazel Maranan, Opaline Santos, Kristofer Kliatchko, Cyril Balderama, and Philip Palmos.
The production runs Friday, February 8 to Sunday, March 3 at CCP.
For tickets, call TicketWorld at (632) 891-9999 or visit ticketworld.com.ph.
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Helton lands on DL with left forearm strain
PHOENIX -- The Rockies placed first baseman Todd Helton on the 15-day disabled list with a left forearm strain and called up infielder Ryan Wheeler from Triple-A Colorado Springs to start Thursday night's opener of a four-game series against the D-backs.
Helton's placement on the DL is dated to April 20, and he will be eligible to return May 5. Helton sustained the injury while playing in the cold at Coors Field during a doubleheader with the Mets on April 16. He went 2-for-4 against the Mets two days later, but hasn't played since an 0-for-2 showing against the D-backs last Friday.
Helton hoped the injury would heal quickly, and the Rockies gave him nearly a week. But on Thursday, they decided to place him on the DL, so they would not continue to essentially play a roster spot short. Helton, 39, nearly went into Wednesday afternoon's 12-inning, 6-5 victory over the Braves at Coors Field, but said the wrist was "not as good as I wanted it."
He will hold off on swinging the bat until he is sure he won't set himself back, but is improving.
"It's those tendons that go into the wrist," Helton said. "It just bothers me to swing. It's gotten a lot better but I'm sure one good swing, I'd be right back where I started. So I'll let this thing get healed up and get right back after it."
Helton hopes to be playing as soon as possible after he is eligible.
"We wanted to give him every opportunity to get healthy," Rockies manager Walt Weiss said. "He's so important to our club. It got to the point to where it was still going to be a few more days at least before he felt good about really letting it go with the bat."
Helton is hoping to bounce back from a 2012 season that ended in August because of right hip surgery, hitting .268 with one home run, three doubles and 10 RBIs in 13 games.
Right-handed-hitting Jordan Pacheco is batting .316 with four RBIs in 38 at-bats, and is 5-for-14 since Helton left the lineup.
The left-handed-hitting Wheeler, 24, obtained from the D-backs during the offseason for left-handed relief pitcher Matt Reynolds, hit.348 with two homers and 16 RBIs in 15 games at Colorado Springs. Wheeler made his Major League debut with the D-backs last season (.239, one home run, 10 RBIs in 50 games) while playing primarily third base. He has been playing mostly first base at Colorado Springs.
Weiss went with Wheeler on Thursday rather than right-handed-hitting Chris Nelson because the Rockies were facing D-backs righty Trevor Cahill. Weiss said Nelson would be back in the lineup Friday.
Thomas Harding is a reporter for MLB.com. Read his blog, Hardball in the Rockies, and follow him on Twitter @harding_at_mlb. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.