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The 2011 vintage in California presented growers with a number of challenges throughout the season. Overall, it was cooler and wetter than normal, with yields down from 2010, which was also smaller than normal. In these conditions, growers who managed their crop loads and canopies well and worked hard in the vineyards made some very elegant wines with good flavors, better known for their cool elegance rather than power. Those who did not struggled, and as a result the quality of the wines is more variable than normal for California.
A wet, cool spring slowed the onset of bud break, and the delays continued through flowering and fruit set, with crop loads reduced due to shatter. Some regions suffered from frost in April, severely reducing yields, especially in parts of the Central Coast. In Napa, rainfall was about 30% above normal for the year, good for the drought, but the cool temperatures and grey skies were no help to the grapes. The stage was set from the beginning for a smaller-than-average crop and a later-than-normal harvest. Summer was no help at all and was cooler than normal, slowing ripening and pushing harvest back further. Work in the vineyard included opening canopies to allow more light and circulation of air, to encourage ripening in the cool conditions, and to minimize the risk of rot and mildew. The start of the harvest in Napa was one of the latest in memory, with even the sparkling wine growers not starting until August 29th.
By the time September came, vineyard managers were working overtime to salvage what they could, hoping that the low yields would offset the cool temperatures and the vines could focus what energy they had into their lighter fruit load. If the weather improved and held through September and October, they could eke out a small but good quality harvest.
But it was not to be. In mid-September, conditions improved and spell of warm, dry weather ensued, sparking a late burst of ripening — but would it be enough? Early-ripening grapes took advantage and fared better, with Merlot, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, and some of the white varieties faring the best. But it wasn't to last. With rain and cool temperatures forecast for the first week of October, growers faced a decision to pick before the rains and deal with the devil they knew — namely grapes that weren't as ripe as they ideally would like — or roll the dice and hope things improved after. Cool rain arrived on October 3rd, followed by a few nice days before the next round.
With rain again in the forecast, growers faced the same decision again. It arrived on the 10th, this time in a warm, humid weather pattern. After the rains, botrytis set in and the fight was on. Those who had hoped to wait it out and get late-season ripening now faced another dilemma: waiting for ripeness and combating the rot, trying not to be forced to pick before optimum ripeness was achieved. That said, conditions were variable, with some sites affected dramatically and others faring surprisingly well. All of these problems contributed to the variable quality of the year, and winemakers were earning their keep in this difficult year. After the rain on the 10th, the weather cleared and was bright through November, but rot continued to cause problems, and unfortunately much of the damage was already done.
In the end, it's a variable crop of wines in terms of quality, as one would expect in this scenario. It's a vintage to buy with caution. There are some lovely wines — cooler, more elegant and less alcohol — a more European-styled vintage. But there also many that display unripe, green notes that are the results of the difficult season.
Cabernet Sauvignon has been the flagship red grape of the California wine industry for decades, and its popularity shows no sign of abating. Napa Valley is the heart of Cabernet Sauvignon production and is clearly an ideal region for creating world-class wines. If any Cabernet-based wine is capable of giving Bordeaux a run for its money, it's Napa Valley's examples. However, due to the extremely high cost of purchasing and developing vineyards in California, and the cachet of Napa Valley on the label, this has largely become a category for the well-heeled wine lover.
At their best, Napa Valley's Cabernets are characterized by fruit notes of cassis, black cherry, and licorice and sweet oak notes of chocolate, mocha, cedar, and tar. Today, most of the best wines are aged entirely or almost completely in French oak barrels, which tend to produce somewhat more refined wines than do most American barrels. (These latter barrels often introduce exotic and pungent suggestions of scotch, bourbon, tar, coconut, and dill.) But the use of expensive French oak is no guarantee of a good bottle: too many wines today, due to high crop levels or insufficiently ripe fruit, do not have the stuffing to support their oakiness and can quickly be dominated or even dried out by their wood component. The best California Cabernets mellow and soften with five to ten years of bottle aging, developing more complex and less fruit-dominated notes of tobacco, leather, and earth, with mellower wood tones. Compared to the top Bordeaux, however, many California Cabernet Sauvignons merely endure in bottle rather than truly become more interesting. There are no shortage of quality producers, even if these wines are rarely values. And it remains to be seen if today's outsized showstoppers, made from superripe grapes and undeniably impressive on release, will reward extended bottle aging or will turn out to have been best suited for drinking in their youth.
Many wines labeled Cabernet Sauvignon contain small percentages of other so-called Bordeaux varieties -- chiefly Merlot and Cabernet Franc but also Petit Verdot and even Malbec (varietally labeled wines in California must contain at least 75% of the variety named).
Cabernet Sauvignon also flourishes in Washington State, Australia and even Chile. In Washington, prices have been creeping up at the high end, with some producers aiming to compete with cult wines from the Napa Valley. Consider Chateau Ste. Michelle and Woodward Canyon. In Australia, look to the Coonawarra and Margaret River regions. Chile can reveal excellent bargains to those who know where to look: Montes makes a strong range of quality bottlings, as does Casa Lapostolle.
As Cabernet Sauvignon is bold and assertive on the palate, it pairs best with foods like grilled red meats. Taken together, the proteins and fats in the food neutralize some of the stronger tannic qualities of the wine, leading to a harmonic combination that enhances both partners.
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INDIANAPOLIS -- Brian Shaw hardly sounded surprised Lakers star Kobe Bryant played the first quarter against Indiana despite feeling pain the past two days stemming from a severely sprained right ankle.
The Pacers' associate coach played with Bryant on the Lakers when he suffered an ankle injury in Game 2 of the 2000 NBA Finals against Indiana that caused him to miss most of that contest and Game 3. Bryant responded with big performances in games four (28 points) and six (26 points).
"That was the first time I really recognized how mentally strong he was," Shaw said. "That's the kind of the thing you hope rubs off on his teammates."
How did Bryant do it?
"You get to a point where it doesn't get any worse," Bryant said. "You can move and put a little bit of pressure on it."
Shaw wouldn't speculate whether Atlanta guard Dahntay Jones deliberately placed his foot so Bryant would fall on it after shooting in the Lakers' loss Sunday to the Hawks. But Shaw didn't sound thrilled former Pacers guard Jalen Rose has since admitted he intentionally hurt Bryant in the 2000 Finals.
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Central Coast Event Locations: Think Beyond the Winery
by Jolene Rae Harrington, Director of Creative Content
California's Central Coast, celebrated for its charming wineries and photogenic vineyards, also lures visitors with landmarks like Hearst Castle, and the chance to golf, surf or go horseback riding amidst spectacular natural scenery. The less adventurous flock here for shopping, beachcombing, spa treatments and, of course, wine tasting! If you're planning a honeymoon or destination wedding in one of the area's picturesque towns, you might think beyond the winery. From beach-chic to wine country rustic, we've discovered a delectable selection of wedding-friendly resorts, bed & breakfasts, restaurants and golf clubs. (Even if you do host your main event at a winery, you'll also need a place for your rehearsal dinner, day-after brunch or wedding night, right?)
So read on, be inspired, and consider the intriguing possibilities…
High Ridge Manor
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Known for its warm service and forever views, High Ridge Manor overlooks a spectacular valley vista and Paso's oak-studded peaks. Say your vows beneath a pergola on an elevated stage, with the awe-inspiring view as your backdrop. Garden paths wind through the lush grounds, and a tiled pool area and covered patio are sleek cocktail settings. Deluxe suites take in the expansive views, while treating guests to canopy feather beds, whirlpool tubs, fireplaces and tasty gourmet breakfasts.
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Avila Beach Resort
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Avila Beach Resort is a full-service golf course that can accommodate events for up to 3000 guests! The primary event area is an expansive, manicured lawn embracing breathtaking ocean views and glorious sunsets. If you'd like an outdoor party with an indoor feel, set up a clear-sided tent (or two!), and you'll still have a water view. Nearby, you can host a more intimate reception or ceremony inside Mulligan's Restaurant, whose cozy fireplace banquet room is also terrific for rehearsal dinners.
Cambria Pines Lodge
Tucked within the forested hills of a quaint seaside village, Cambria Pines Lodge is famous for its hospitality and gorgeous, world-class gardens. Landscaped pathways meander among fragrant blooms and flowering herbs, lend a fairytale quality to wedding ceremonies. A splash of green lawn hosts open-air receptions, and a neighboring patio makes a natural dance floor. In the Main Lodge, the spacious Peacock Ballroom stands ready for indoor gatherings. Accommodations range from rustic log cabins to luxurious fireplace suites with private garden patios.
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The posh Casitas put a luxurious polish on Early California design. The hilltop Bed & Breakfast encompasses 7 landscaped acres—a private wedding paradise. Tiled garden courtyards with trickling fountains and wisteria-decked trellises inspire outdoor celebrations. With so much abloom, little additional floral décor is needed—the lush panorama of the Arroyo Grande Valley and nearby vineyards is a dramatic, natural embellishment. Guest suites have picture windows, lavish interiors and fireplaces, inviting lazy mornings and late-night intimacies.
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This award-winning blufftop resort presides over a pristine beach. The service-oriented staff produces swanky celebrations on the Oceanfront Pavilion, Waterfall Terrace or in the Grand Ballroom. All-inclusive packages, customizable menus and snazzy upgrades are offered, too. First-class restaurants, shops, and a spa are right on site, and even the fitness center has an ocean view. Cliffs is pet-friendly—walk down to the sand for wedding photos with your furry ring bearer, or stroll the scenic Shell Beach promenade right outside the hotel door. At night, the lullaby of the waves inspires sweet dreams.
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The welcoming resort encompasses 30 acres of tree-studded golf greens with picturesque vistas of Morro Bay. In the Wedding Garden, couples say their vows beneath a classical pergola accompanied by a trickling fountain. Serve cocktails on the Clubhouse Patio, and then dine in style inside the Wedding Pavilion, an elegant clear-sided tent. The Clubhouse Grill also works well for indoor gatherings. The resort's lodge has 44 rooms-with-a-view to house your guests. Perhaps the best thing about Sea Pines is the price—their catering packages offer exceptional value along with gracious service.
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At this boutique beachfront hotel, you can wed right on the powder-soft sand, with the ocean waves and a vibrant sunset accompanying your vows. Adding to the scene are wind-sculpted sandbanks and a neighboring tidal marsh bustling with native wildlife. The hotel does have comfortable accommodations, but for the ultimate privacy, reserve the 3-bedroom Beach House. SeaVenture's 3rd-story restaurant boasts view-filled banquet rooms and delicious cuisine. The covered terrace is a refreshing spot for cocktail gatherings or a moonlit after-party.
Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort
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In the wooded hillsides above Avila Beach, this natural haven has plenty to melt your cares away, like their spa, Meditation Labyrinth and outdoor hot tubs. So you'll be relaxed and refreshed for your wedding in the Gazebo Garden, sweetly perfumed with star jasmine; afterwards, invite your guests upstairs to the cathedral-ceilinged banquet rooms. All accommodations have cozy fireplaces, but the West Meadows Suites give newlyweds luxurious privacy amidst a flowering glen. Note: The resort's Gardens of Avila restaurant is consistently voted "Most Romantic on the Central Coast."


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Aug. 4 Board of Supervisors Meeting Features 6 Presentations
Aug. 1, 2008
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- Fairfax County Department of Public Works and Environmental Services, Vy Nguyen, Michael Rierson, Ifty Khan, HOT Lanes replanting volunteers and Judith Rosen to be honored.
- A downloadable photo and synopsis of each presentation will be posted on the county's Web site.
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The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, at its meeting on Monday, Aug. 4, scheduled to begin at 9:30 a.m., will make the following presentations to residents and county staff. For more information, call 703-324-3187, TTY 711. For information on the Aug. 4 meeting, including an agenda, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/government/board/meetings/2008.htm.
Platinum Peak Award
The Board of Supervisors will recognize the Department of Public Works and Environmental Services' Noman M. Cole Jr. Pollution Control Plant for receiving a Platinum Peak Award from the National Association of Clean Water Agencies. The Noman M. Cole Plant is the largest advanced wastewater treatment plan in Va., and has achieved 100 percent compliance for 10 consecutive years with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit.
Vy Nguyen
The Board of Supervisors will recognize Vy Nguyen for her work on the Asian-American History Project Task Force. As part of the task force, she developed the Vietnamese-American History Project Web site.
Michael Rierson
The Board of Supervisors will recognize Michael Rierson for 35 years of service with the Fairfax County Park Authority. As a preservationist, Rierson has worked tirelessly to protect valuable artifacts and historic properties, as well as cultural and natural resources in Fairfax County. Projects he managed include the first cultural resource park, Mount Air, and the Laurel Hill Project.
Ifty Khan
The Board of Supervisors will recognize Ifty Khan for 25 years of extraordinary service to the Fairfax County Department of Public Works and Environmental Services (DPWES). Through his vision and dedication as the director of the wastewater collection division, DPWES has been recognized for managerial excellence by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Governing magazine.
Replanting Native Flora and Vegetation
The Board of Supervisors will recognize volunteers who joined in partnership with Capital Beltway Express LLC and the HOT Lanes project team to replant indigenous plants from the staging areas and environs to be impacted by the HOT Lanes project. The volunteers collaborated to identify, remove, transport and replant native flora and vegetation at numerous Fairfax County Public Schools.
Judith Rosen
The Board of Supervisors will recognize Judith Rosen for 33 years of service to Fairfax County. As the founding director of the Department of Family Services' Office for Children, she has developed a thorough and harmonious program for childcare and education that has served an estimated 500,000 children in Fairfax County. Rosen has received numerous honors for her work including a Fairfax County A. Heath Onthank Award and the 2008 Outstanding Service to Children Award from the Virginia Association for Early Childhood Education.
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It was the hottest July on record for many parts of the United States, but that didn't stop milk production from increasing 0.7 percent from the same month a year earlier.
On Friday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture reported that average milk production per cow was 7 pounds higher than July 2011, which accounted for much of the increase, along with fact there were 29,000 more milk cows nationwide. (Note: these figures are for all 50 states. The USDA includes numbers for the top 23 dairy states and the nation as a whole.)
In the top 23 dairy states, milk production was up 0.8 percent from July 2011.
The states showing the largest increases in July were: Colorado (5.8 percent), Utah (5.6 percent) and Missouri (4.7) percent. All of these states experienced hot, dry weather in July. Surprisingly, Washington state, which escaped the worst of the heat, was down 3.3 percent on a year-over-year-basis.
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SANTA CLARA -- The 49ers put running back Kendall Hunter and returner/receiver Kyle Williams on injured reserve Tuesday, ending the season for two valuable role players.
Hunter, the No. 2 back behind Frank Gore, sustained a torn left Achilles during Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints. Some of his carries are expected to go to rookie LaMichael James.
"To see Kendall go down is like losing one of your brothers," special teamer Anthony Dixon said in the 49ers' locker room on Tuesday. "He's in good spirits. He had a good year for us."
Hunter ranked second on the 49ers in carries (72) and rushing yards (371). He averaged 5.2 yards per carry, the same as Gore.
Williams announced via Twitter a day earlier that he was done for the season after a torn left ACL -- a knee injury sustained on the same play that wiped out Hunter.
The 49ers made several transactions in the wake of the developments. Running back Jewel Hampton was activated to the active roster from the non-football injury list.
The team also released Eddie Whitley from the practice squad and signed former Eagles returner/receiver Chad Hall to the practice squad.
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The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) recommends that exercise performed at a moderate intensity should be undertaken most days of the week. The duration of an exercise session interacts with the intensity to result in the expenditure of a sufficient number of calories to achieve health, fitness, and weight management goals. The duration of exercise recommended by ACSM includes 20 to 60 minutes of continuous or intermittent (minimum of 10 minute bouts)aerobic activity accumulated throughout the day. For many participants, this may be accomplished best with moderate -intensity, long-duration exercise, such as walking. A desirable weight loss program is one that implements healthy eating and physical activity habits that can be continued for life in order to maintain the achieved lower body weight.
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Note: These are being sold as factory seconds because our Quality Assurance Team found that the colors may fade in strong, direct sunlight. We recommend displaying them in shade or in a sheltered location. Sold as is.
- Endearing handcrafted accents for your garden and landscape
- Display them freestanding or "plant" them in the garden with the included stake
- Set of 2, one holding a heart, the other stars
These folk-art friends are individually handcrafted with endearing details from head to toe. As they watch over your garden, each delightful sculpture holds a special gift: one holds a big red heart, the other a handful of stars. Concealed ground stakes let you "plant" them out in the garden or in a big container on your deck or patio, where they'll gradually take on a rusty patina. Or display them freestanding without the stake in your entryway or sunroom. Set of 2 Garden Munchkins includes one of each style.
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These two munchkins are just plain cute. They make everyone smile. I did what other reviewer suggested and sprayed with a protective coat so the paint doesn't fade.
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These little guys are just about the cutest characters in my yard. They bring a smile to everyone who sees them! I do keep them out of the bright, hot sun and I did spray a clear finish before placing them on my patio. I've had no problem with fading. Would definetly recommend these darling nomes to anyone looking for a little color and cuteness in the yard.
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After I spray seal them, they will start in the front garden. I expect them to move from one garden setting to another. Because they are currently unsealed, they stand in the window, gazing out to the early spring days.
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- They Are Just Cute
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They are sitting in a plant looking cute.
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I bought both of these munchkins, because they were so colorful and I wanted to add some bright colors to my yard. I have had them less then a year and they have completely faded to almost all white.
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- Excellent size
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Good size to place around most flower arangements. excellently made and can be sealed with an aerosol product.
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These make wonderful accents to my native flower beds, especially by the front porch where they are happy greeters for visitors.
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Gave one set as gift that they placed in their front flower bed. Mine will go in my butterfly garden.
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We bought both figurines. They looked cute in garden initially but after a short while the front of them that were facing the afternoon sun for a short while, started to fade. By the end of the summer, the front was almost completely white! We will not be able to use them again next summer. For the price, I would expect them to last more than one season.
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just makes me happy to see my garden stakes when I'm in my garden! The Garden Munchkins, Set of 2 will be around for a longtime, many hours of enjoyment!
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TAKING THE MYSTERY OUT OF THE PERMIT PROCESS Presentation and Pointers about City Regulations for Businesses in Berkeley
Berkeley, California (Wednesday, June 05, 2013) - Confused about what you need to know to open a business in Berkeley? The City wants to help!
At the request of the Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Berkeley Association, Wendy Cosin and Terry Blount from the City Planning Department recently provided an overview of regulations and processes that apply to new businesses.The focus of the presentation was on the business license and zoning regulations. Chamber CEO Polly Armstrong said, "This was a good example of the Chamber and the City working together to get out the message that Berkeley is 'open for business' and eager to add transparency to the process."The presentation was filmed by Berkeley Community Media and will be posted on the Planning Department's website when it is available. The power point presentation and handouts are available under the "What's New" sidebar from the following link: http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/landuse/
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Andrew McFadden's old-school style has brought the Warriors some rewards. Now it's brought him a long-term contract.
Brought in as acting head coach following Matthew Elliott's resignation early last month, McFadden's Warriors have followed two hard-fought losses with impressive wins against Melbourne and Canberra.
The performances were enough for the club to sign McFadden, nicknamed Cappy, as head coach until the end of 2017.
McFadden's players say he has been a hard taskmaster, but it's something second rower Ben Matulino says they've needed.
"There's no beating around the bush when it comes to decisions or if you do something wrong, he's just a straight shooter. For myself that's how you get the best out of me," Matulino said.
"If you ask most of the boys everyone's pretty scared to make a mistake on the field, because Cappy's going to pound you on video. It's good, knowing that he's going to put some pressure on us and there's always guys coming through and he's not afraid to give you the chop."
Konrad Hurrell, dropped after some defensive lapses but now playing well, agrees McFadden deserves the job.
"I think he's just been a lot harder on myself, pushing me harder on the day off, trying to push me to do extra training and trying to improve my mental toughness," he said.
"Obviously it helped me a lot. I need to stay focused from now on and keep improving. I'm not a little kid anymore that needs a pat on the back."
Among those to have flourished since McFadden took over is fullback Sam Tomkins, who struggled at first after joining the team from Wigan.
"He's been neatening up the little one percenters that we weren't quite getting right. He's come down on those, and there's a little bit more discipline in the way that we train," Tomkins said.
"I think intensity's picked up a little bit, and I think on the field we're a little bit more of a complete team."
McFadden said he'd made a point of demanding more of his players, and trying to bring out the best in them.
"I've just stepped back and had a look at that and identified areas where we can improve, and intensity was a huge one. Unless you train intensely, you won't get it on the field," he said.
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That photo you see before you is of dubstep master Datsik hanging with Tampa DJ Ryu during the Sunset Music Festival last weekend at Raymond James Stadium. Ryu uploaded the shot to Instagram with the hashtag #TampaBayLive -- making it one of the first photos in tbt*'s summerlong project of the same name.
All summer, we want you to share your music photos from around Tampa Bay via Twitter and especially Instagram. All you have to do is hashtag them #TampaBayLive, and they'll be automatically updoaded to our #TampaBayLive gallery. So if you're going to Downtown Digital or the big Kenny Chesney/Tim McGraw concert this weekend, get our your camera phones.
But this thing isn't open only to concertgoers. We want everyone to get in on the action. Does your band have a gig coming up? Have someone take your photo and upload it with #TampaBayLive. Are you a promoter who wants to capture an awesome scene at one of your events? #TampaBayLive. Did you meet a musician backstage? #TampaBayLive. Bar singers, karaoke singers, piano bar singers, the guy on the street corner with a guitar case filled with pennies -- we want your photos of all things musical in the Tampa Bay area. Soundchecks, meet-and-greets, crazy band T-shirts, even cool concert posters -- it's all fair game.
All summer, we'll be featuring some of our favorite #TampaBayLive photos in tbt* and the Tampa Bay Times. We hope you'll play along, because we know there's a lot of great music out there that you guys are just dying to share.
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Through abstract collages, English artist Fiona Curran explores how colour, composition and space affect us.
Accustomed to working with paint and cut paper, for the first time Curran makes use of the exceptional quality of handmade rugs and tapestry with her collection for The Rug Company. Her designs invite us to experience bright and plentiful colour through something soft and tactile, rather than from looking at a computer screen.


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When one city falls, others shudder.
The city of Philadelphia will end up paying hundreds of thousands of dollars more in interest costs for the next 20 years because Detroit filed for bankruptcy last week, the week before Philadelphia planned a major bond offering.
The market jitters were aggravated by the fact that two days before the Detroit filing, Moody's sharply downgraded the city of Chicago's credit because its municipal pension fund is taking on water. Sound familiar?
It all made investors a little more wary of municipal bonds, once thought to be the safest investment you can make.
"We will be paying more to borrow," Philadelphia City Treasurer Nancy Winkler told me in a phone interview Tuesday.
She estimates the Chicago and Detroit events will add a about a quarter percent to the interest rate the city will pay for its $197 million bond offering, adding around $500,000 a year to the annual debt service the city will pay for those bonds.
In addition, the city decided to postpone a planned refinancing of another $167 million in previously issued bonds to take advantage of lower interest rates. That deal, which would have saved the city about $20 million in overall interest costs, is off the table for now.
The good news, Winkler noted, is that Philadelphia's credit rating has improved enough in recent years to more than offset the interest cost of the recent market shudders. She says the city's net interest cost on this week's bond issue will be close to a half percent less than when the city last did a general obligation bond issue two years ago—saving close to $900,000 a year in interest costs.
Which is good, but it would have been better without the tremors from the Midwest.
Why it matters
I found my way to Winkler's door this week because I wanted to explore some troubling issues raised by Detroit's bankruptcy filing.
Detroit went to court saying there's just no way it can pay its creditors in full, raising the touchy question of who will get paid what.
Among the big creditors are city pensioners who count on monthly checks and investors who hold Detroit bonds.
On the face of it, the most humane thing seems to be to preserve those pensioners' life support and let the investors go away hungry.
But it's not so simple. For one thing, a lot of the investors are other pension funds who count on returns from bonds they've purchased to support their people.
Beyond that, in the real world, cities everywhere rely on the bond market to borrow money needed to finance capital projects and manage cash flow. The interest rates they pay depend on how confident investors are that they'll get the bond payments they're promised.
For decades, municipal general obligation bonds, in which a city pledges its "full faith, credit and taxing power" to pay bondholders, were considered a safe harbor.
"It's your basic bonds that the proverbial Aunt Mary would buy, and for years, they were regarded as sacrosanct," said Paul Burton of the Bond Buyer, a specialty publication that covers the municipal bond market.
Because city bonds were considered so safe, investors would accept lower interest rates on them, saving taxpayers money on annual bond payments.
But what happens if a city as big as Detroit can get a federal bankruptcy judge to say it's OK to renege on its pledge to bondholders? It hasn't happened yet and it may not—there will be lengthy court battles on this. But a bankruptcy filing that raises that prospect two days after a credit downgrade for Chicago is enough to rock the municipal bond world.
"Our market's in sort of a delicate state," said Katherine Clupper, a managing director for the firm Public Financial Management. "So news like Detroit's bankruptcy as well as the downgrade of Chicago, that all goes to make investors nervous."
So suddenly, Aunt Mary's bonds don't seem quite so safe, just as Philadelphia is about to issue a couple hundred million dollars' worth of bonds. And we pay more.
The point is that stiffing investors affects a lot of people besides the investors. It's a reflection of how tough these policy decisions become in a world where the financial system is so connected to everything in the economy.
Philly next time?
One of the things you see now in the media is speculation about which city is the Next Detroit.
The Wall Street Journal's Sunday editorial "After Detroit, who's next?" mentions Philadelphia and Chicago in the same sentence along with the entirely inaccurate statement that Philadelphia is "spending 20 percent of its budget on pensions to make up for shortchanging the system."
It's true past leaders have shortchanged Philadelphia's pension system, but Winkler said there's plenty of proof in the pudding of improved credit ratings that Philadelphia has managed its way through the recession in relatively decent shape.
She noted that when Moody's Investors Service issued a list earlier this year of about 20 particularly troubled public pension funds, Philadelphia wasn't on it.
I asked Bond Buyer's Paul Burton who, trust me, can bend your ear for awhile about financially distressed cities in the Northeast, what he thinks of the chances for a financial meltdown in Philadelphia's future.
"Philadelphia is in an improving situation," Burton said. "They've got some good people running it. Nancy Winkler, the city treasurer, is well regarded in her field ... the city of Philadelphia is not Detroit, no."
He did say the school district is a financial "red flag," which is probably an understatement.
It's comforting to know that, at least from the viewpoint of creditworthiness, Philadelphia is in relatively good shape. Nobody thinks we're about to default on a bond payment.
But it's troubling that we've kept our books balanced with a series of tax increases that can't be good for the economy, and we still aren't close to funding the school system, much less giving our kids the education they deserve.
But that's a topic for another day—and the next mayor's race.
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First, the bad news: I'm not sure we're going to have as many trades this year as you might have hoped. The Magic are unlikely to move Dwight Howard, the Suns are reluctant to move Steve Nash and virtually every front office exec I've talked to has described things as more quiet than usual.
With all that said, we still have nine days until the trade deadline, and veritable torrents of water can go under the bridge between now and then. Obviously, Howard and Nash remain the focal points, but today I wanted to dig a little deeper.
There's a second category of trades that a few teams specialize in, and it's one that's especially useful for teams trying to fill out a roster or rebuilding squads looking to build their talent base. I call it "body snatching," but the big-picture idea is to grab a promising player who has fallen out of favor with his current team. Often these players are available as throw-ins to a larger trade, and can represent some great value.
Take Portland for instance. Everybody knows the Blazers are looking at assorted deals, especially for point guards, and would move valuable pieces to get them. And everybody, obviously, will ask for Nic Batum first. But what of Luke Babbitt and Elliot Williams? Those are two other promising players who have gotten very little run in Portland, and for that reason they might be had cheaply. Babbitt hasn't done jack in the NBA but put up huge numbers in the D-League; most players who do that eventually become respectable pros.
As for Williams, the 22-year-old guard has just played some brief snippets this year after missing all of last season, but looked quite capable in his limited cameos. A scoring, slashing wing, he's a useful source of bench scoring on the right team.
Those are two guys I'd be looking at if I were cutting a deal. Let me introduce you to a few other names that might make sense:
Robin Lopez: Aside from all the Nash business, Phoenix is looking to dump its bad contracts. One option for a team dealing with the Suns is to ask for Lopez as the price of taking on a Hakim Warrick or a Josh Childress. From Phoenix's perspective it makes some sense too, as Marcin Gortat has taken over as the starting center and the Suns could make Channing Frye a fulltime backup 5 -- the spot where he's always played best.
As a 23-year-old 7-footer Lopez obviously has some value; he may not be the league's most mobile big man but he plays hard and scores around the basket. The lone drawback is that the team acquiring him also needs to pay him; he's a restricted free agent after the season.
Chase Budinger and Marcus Morris: Houston is heavily in the hunt for star talent, and these two would be near the top of my list if I were dealing with the Rockets. Budinger has fallen out of favor because of his defensive shortcomings -- it's very difficult to pair him on the wings with Kevin Martin, especially since they don't exactly have Bill Russell playing behind them -- but he can score and has arguably the best contract in the league ($885K next season). Morris was the 14th overall pick and thrashed the D-League during a brief stint down there, but has played only 19 minutes for the parent club after second-round pick Chandler Parsons beat him out.
Austin Daye: The background stuff is all good -- Daye is 23, under contract for a reasonable $2.9 million for next season and 6-11 with skill. There's just the little matter of his shooting 30.1 percent this season, which has caused him to fall out of Detroit's rotation entirely. I can't just dismiss a 400-minute sample with a 6.67 PER; on the other hand, he was a viable rotation player in his first two seasons, and I have to think the Pistons' glut of combo-forward types has made it more difficult for him to gain traction. A change of scenery might be good for everybody.
Jordan Farmar: I've always been intrigued by Farmar's talent but he seemed to be heading nowhere fast. This year he's finally figured things out, it seems, averaging 19.5 points per 40 minutes and blowing away his career best in true shooting percentage at 60.0. Unfortunately, he's also backing up Deron Williams and would be better served by going someplace where he could start.
He's still just 25 and has a favorable contract, although he may opt out of it and become a free agent; if so, keep an eye on him as an under-the-radar free agent. In the meantime, it's worth investigating if he can be had as a rider to any blockbuster deal involving the Nets and an unnamed Florida franchise.
Tyrus Thomas: A "pay me to take him" type because of a contract that pays him $25 million over the three years after this one, Thomas nonetheless might be intriguing for the right team. He was devastatingly effective a year ago but has been suddenly awful this season, partly because he's played out of position at the 3 and partly because, well, he's been awful. He can be a handful, too. On the other hand he's only 25 years old and averaged nearly a point every two minutes a year ago; his 8.53 PER this year is dreadful but I have a hard time believing he's truly become this bad this quickly.
Craig Brackins: OK, does anyone have any idea if this guy can play? Any at all? He's been in the NBA for two years but played a total of 60 minutes for the Sixers. With Philly's roster overstocked in the combo forward department, I don't see many more minutes in his future, and the Sixers didn't pick up his option for 2012-13. His D-League numbers from 18 games last season suggest he might be a useful pick-and-pop weapon; I'd imagine he'd be worth a flier for a rebuilding team.
Tobias Harris and Jon Leuer: File this under "we'll take Stephen Jackson IF " Milwaukee's two rookies have both been very productive in limited minutes; Harris is obviously the more alluring of the two due to his youth and upside, but Leuer is a solid player, too -- a low-mistake, midrange shooting big who has the potential to develop a 3-point game. Both have PERs above the league average in limited minutes this year, and obviously getting one or both would make it much easier to swallow the $10 million Cap'n Jack is owed next year.
Anthony Randolph: I know what you're thinking: been there, done that. But Randolph still may be worth a flier. His per-minute production remains extremely high; this season he's shooting a career-best 50.6 percent, and in four seasons he's never had a PER below 16.
The Wolves seem in fairly good shape at the power forward position and would appear to have no need to keep Randolph beyond this season, but as a running 4 (or even a 5) in the right system Randolph should be able to thrive -- provided he can ditch that eyes-glazed-over routine and do a more convincing job of trying at both ends. He's still just 22, and the potential is obvious. With his being a restricted free agent after the season, the risk is also very low if he's obtained cheaply.
Toney Douglas: It's not working out in New York, but I still think he can play, just not at point guard in a pick-and-roll-heavy system. Douglas forgot how to shoot this year (31.8 percent overall, 23.5 percent on 3s), but his two seasons before that he shot in the high 30s on 3s, suggesting he can be a lot more effective as a spot-up shooter if another ball handler is around to handle the decision-making. And defensively, Douglas is potentially very good. He's still too manic and plays guys too close, but he can defend both guard positions; he also still has one year left on a very favorable rookie contract.
I'd love to take a flier on Anthony Randolph is he came fairly cheap. He'd be a great low-risk, high-reward pickup, and, honestly, I don't see how he could possibly be as bad as Hansbrough has been this season.
I think we should do everything we can to get Boris Diaw. He is a team guy that could give us quality minutes. What I love about Diaw, is his passing abilty. He would be an outstanding facilitator with our second unit. With Tyler's sub-par play, you could put Diaw in as our backup PF.
Randolph is talented, but Danny and Randolph don't get along. I don't think this would be a good chemistry fit.
i hope your joking diaw is fat and awful
For most of his career he hasn't averaged a single double. Im not sure I would call him a triple double threat.
I would take him over Tyler right now though.
I guess you must not know Henry started over Mayo last year b4 he got injured and was out the rest of the season. Mayo was extremely upset over Henry starting over him.
Robin Lopez - Pass if the price is to take on Warrick's contract. I'd rather wait and make him a contract offer when he becomes a RFA and see if the Suns blink...which would likely be the case.
Chase Budinger - I don't mind adding him as as scorer to the bench that can play the SF spot......but the question is how much the price is.
Austin Daye - Likely pass...based off of KStats assessment of him.
Jordan Farmar: I'd take him on only if the Nets sent an additional 1st for him.
Tyrus Thomas: Pass, he's too much of an impact on the salary cap for the foreseeable future and is injury prone.
Craig Brackins: Have no clue about him. Was he one of Seth's Players that he scouted?
Tobias Harris and Jon Leuer: pass if the cost is SJAX
Anthony Randolph: Pass unless he could be had for cheap.
Toney Douglas: Pass unless he could be had for cheap.
Ash from Army of Darkness: Good...Bad...I'm the guy with the gun.
Over the offseason, the Indiana Pacers were pursuing some of the top free agent centers such as Nene and Marc Gasol. Larry Bird, Indiana's president of basketball operations, met with Nene in Denver. There was a rumor that the Pacers had offered Roy Hibbert to the Memphis Grizzlies in a sign-and-trade for Gasol.
we did that ??
Pretty sure the Mavs are going to want at least a first-rounder for him. Cuban said recently that they don't have any plans to buy him out or trade him. And with Dallas hoping to make another playoff run this year, I'd guess they aren't going to trade him at all.
Hibbert, Pacers Make Huge Strides: Over the offseason, the Indiana Pacers were pursuing some of the top free agent centers such as Nene and Marc Gasol. Larry Bird, Indianas president of basketball operations, met with Nene in Denver. There was a rumor that the Pacers had offered Roy Hibbert to the Memphis Grizzlies in a sign-and-trade for Gasol.
Garbage players get 1st round picks, (WTF)! All of the NBA must hate the Pacers! LOL
Andray Blatches extension haunts him and the Wizards
In hindsight, the Washington Wizards forward thinking was probably a mistake. Back in the summer of 2010, the Wizards were looking ahead two summers when they signed Andray Blatche to a three-year, $28 million extension that would keep him with the franchise through the 2014-15 season.
At the time, Blatche had two seasons left on his deal and was slated to become an unrestricted free agent in 2012. Fearing there might be a lockout that would wipe out the entire 2011-12 season, Wizards President Ernie Grunfeld made a bold move and locked up the versatile, 6-foot-11 big man who was coming off an impressive two-month statistical stretch. He even structured the deal to ensure that Blatche would receive an early salary bump.
The alternative was letting Blatche play out his deal in which he wouldve earned $3.52 million in the last season and risk letting him walk without compensation.
Right now, that would likely be the preferred option for both sides, as the Wizards have aggressively sought to move Blatche by the March 15 deadline and fans at Verizon Center have soured on Blatche to the point that he is booed every time he enters the game, touches the ball or makes a mistake.
A separation is probably best for Blatche and the team, and he recently admitted that he wouldnt let the speculation surrounding his future affect his play. Ive been here for seven years. Ive seen a lot of people come and go, Blatche said. If in any way and form they feel like its time for me to go, its part of the business. No hard feelings in this at all.
Grunfeld declined to comment when asked specifically about Blatche on Tuesday, but he acknowledged that the Wizards have actively spoken with several teams about possible deals. In the past two seasons, the Wizards have dealt Antawn Jamison, Caron Butler, Brendan Haywood, DeShawn Stevenson and Kirk Hinrich near the trade deadline, with those deals yielding current starters Trevor Booker, Jordan Crawford and Chris Singleton.
Before the trade deadline, its always very busy. Theres a lot of conversations, Grunfeld said. Weve been busy the last two trade deadlines. A lot of things have happened. Well continue to work the phones and see if there are some opportunities there. But I think things will get busier as the week progresses. But will anything happen? Only time will tell.
If the Wizards are unable to deal Blatche, they would still have at their disposal the amnesty provision, which would allow them to waive a player, pay him the remainder of his salary but have the contract removed from the salary cap. But they wouldnt be able to make such a decision until before next season.
Injuries and other distractions have prohibited Blatche from building upon that impressive two-month stretch late in the 2009-10 season in which he averaged 22.1 points, 8.3 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.5 steals. He had a broken foot when the deal was signed, arrived in training camp out of shape last season, struggled with injuries and poor conditioning and even got into an altercation with JaVale McGee at a local club.
After pledging to make amends for past indiscretions and assuming more of a leadership role this season, Blatche got off to a rough start this season when he complained about his role in the offense after the first game. He started getting booed in pregame introductions before he was eventually benched, then missed five weeks with a strained left calf, setting up an even more hostile environment at Verizon Center when he returned.
Blatche now has to work out the rust of not playing for several weeks as his every move is the source of derision for the home fans. The jeers reached an all-time high on Monday against Golden State, as Blatche finished with four points and four rebounds, lost a battle for a rebound with 5-9 guard Nate Robinson and looked confused and short on confidence.
Every time I touch the ball, Im second-guessing. Im trying to avoid the boos. Trying to play a perfect game so I dont have to hear it so I can help my team win, said Blatche, who is averaging just 9.5 points and shooting a career-low 37.3 percent this season. Its got to the point now where I come in and sub and the boos are coming. Its not even a point of giving me a chance. Im going to continue to try and work. Hopefully something will happen for me. I dont know.
Coach Randy Wittman has encouraged Blatche to play through the ridicule but with more expected to come when the Wizards host the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday, he shrugged when asked how thats possible.
It happens. You hate it. Like I said, the fans, Id never do something like that to a team Im rooting for, but thats their it is what it is, Wittman said. Im sure thats something that if you walked into the arena every day and that happened to you, you wouldnt feel too good about yourself.
I don't have any interest in Blatche whatsoever, but it would be interesting to see him land somewhere with more veteran influence in the locker room.
yeah dont think blatche will be going anywhere soon good luck finding a team that wants him
NBA Trade Deadline 2012: Rashard Lewis' Contract Buyout Will Cost More Than Expected, According To Report
As has been noted several times, the Washington Wizards will have a chance to get out from under the final year of Rashard Lewis' massive contract next summer by buying him out for a partial amount of the money he's guaranteed. Previous reports suggested that number was around $10 million of his $22.7 million salary, and it was based on incentives that seemed impossible to reach. However, according to Michael Lee, Lewis' buyout number will actually be around $13.7 million due to incentives he hit while with the Orlando Magic.
Lewis has additional incentives for his time with the Wizards that could push his number all the way to $17.25 million, according to Sham Sports, but those appear unlikely to be met. I had been told a while back that the buyout number was always going to be a bit higher than $10 million, but wasn't sure how much more. Now, we know.
It'll be interesting to see if this changes anything or if the Wizards knew this all along. I suspect it's the former. Keep in mind: if the Wizards buy out Lewis, the $13.7 million number still counts against the salary cap. If they choose to use the amnesty clause on Lewis, it'll completely wipe that number off the cap, though the Wizards would still need to pay him.
Only thing is, using the clause on Lewis would mean the team wouldn't use it on Andray Blatche, who has three years and $23.4 million left on his deal after this year. That, of course, assumes Blatche is still on the team past March 15.
For being a low-salary team, there is a lot of contract status drama in DC. I would be interested in signing Lewis as a backup 3/4 (after he is bought out this summer), probably as an 8th/9th man that comes in to rebound and hit open shots. Despite his poor 3PT shooting this year, he is still very effective off the catch-and-shoot and could have a role on our team.
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Manchin's office says the tour includes stops in Barbour, Greenbrier, Pendleton, Pocahontas, Tucker and Upshur counties.
Manchin will kick off the tour today with an informal town hall discussion in Buckhannon. He also plans to visit Philippi and meet with students at Tucker County High School.
On Tuesday, Manchin will visit Pendleton County High School in Franklin, the Sugar Grove Naval Base in Sugar Grove and the National Radio Astronomy Observatory Science Center in Green Bank.
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This offense is officially terrible.
Karma is a ***** huh?
Why is my post count running chronologically?
Interception! Finally, now let's get a TD!
I am so Glad I have June on my fantasy team.
Bulger hurt
Why Not Us ?
Classy.Originally Posted by Frank Slade
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Bulger... Another one bites the dust....
Why Not Us ?
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James really ****ing sucks at holding onto the ball.
Fumbled...somehow I'm not suprised.
And there's the mandatory Edge fumble near the goal line.
Thank goodness we recovered.
I should have expected this, but I must say I'm surpised. I didn't think the Colts would be this out of it so early. Ugh.
We damn well better get our asses in gear or it's already over.
Take me out to the black, tell 'em I ain't coming back. Burn the land and boil the sea, you can't take the sky from me.
Hilarious hearing Peyton miced up.
Why Not Us ?
Btw, good to see your original moniker again.
EDIT: And my post count has corrected itself. Spooky.
EDIT 2: Now it's messed up again. I'm going to be sick(er).
EDIT 3: It seems to fix itself when I edit posts. WTF?
I'm having a really ****ty day today, too. I could really use a Colts win to make me feel better.
There is that Sam Girl again
Why Not Us ?
Watch for the knee
They're just running it down our throats.
oh triplett hold onto to that ball
Jackson Stuffed
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On Friday, Rangers president Nolan Ryan told the Fort Worth Star-Telegram that the team had made Berkman an offer. Berkman will serve primarily as Texas' DH but also could get occasional playing time at first base.
Berkman, who will turn 37 next month, was limited to 32 games in 2012, mainly because of a knee injury. However, a knee injury also limited him in 2010 before he won NL Comeback Player of the Year honors in 2011 with the St. Louis Cardinals.
According to FoxSports.com, the Rangers also have restarted trade discussions with the Arizona Diamondbacks about right fielder Justin Upton. Texas has lost center fielder Josh Hamilton (free agency) and DH/infielder Michael Young (trade) this offseason and also is expected to lose catcher/first baseman Mike Napoli (free agency). Thus, it needs to replace a lot of offense. The Seattle Mariners, San Diego Padres and Atlanta Braves also have expressed a desire to acquire Upton.
Berkman recently told the St. Louis Post-Dispatch that he had received two offers but that he wasn't sure if he wanted to play in 2013. He also admitted that money would be a factor in his decision.
"In a way they have to buy me out of retirement, and I know that sounds crass — I wish it didn't — but it's a big commitment, it can put a strain on the family," Berkman told the newspaper. "If I'm going to play, I'm going to give my heart and soul to the team. But if the carrot's not big enough, the mule isn't going to want to go."
The Houston Astros, who drafted Berkman in the first round in 1997 and for whom he played until being traded in July of 2010, also were in the mix to sign him. Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow told the Houston Chronicle that he has had a continuing dialogue with Berkman since November.
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According to the New York Post, the New York Yankees also were interested in Berkman. He played briefly for the Yankees in the second half of the 2010 season after he was dealt from the Astros.
The Baltimore Orioles also were in the mix to sign Berkman, though The Baltimore Sun speculated Berkman might be a long shot because of his injury history and because he would "clog" the DH spot — something the team would prefer not to do. In addition, Berkman likely priced himself out of Baltimore's range.
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Escondido Councilwoman Olga Diaz filed papers this week to challenge incumbent Sam Abed for mayor in 2014, setting up a stark clash between two longtime political opponents.
Diaz, 37, is the council's only liberal voice and one of only two Latinos ever elected in Escondido, even though the city's population is 49 percent Latino.
Abed, 61, is a staunch conservative focused on shrinking city government and spurring economic development.
He's also an advocate of Escondido's traffic safety checkpoints and a Police Department partnership with federal immigration officials, two policies critics have called anti-Latino.
Diaz said she's aware that unseating Abed will be difficult.
Registered Republicans outnumber registered Democrats nearly 2-1 in Escondido, Abed has broken city fundraising records the last two elections he's run, and he's visited more voters door-to-door than any candidate in city history.
But Diaz said Abed has alienated many voters by supporting the closure of a branch library in 2011, sharply increasing recreation fees and scaling back hours at municipal pools and the East Valley gym.
She said the 2014 mayor's race would be a chance for Escondido voters to decide whether their city government is about more than economic development.
"I share his commitment to economic development, but it's not the only priority," she said. "If you want to be the mayor, you have to care about everything."
Diaz was first elected to council in 2008. Abed won a council seat in 2004 and was elected mayor in 2010.
Abed said he welcomed the challenge because it would be an opportunity to show how out of step Diaz was with most city voters.
"She represents a very narrow constituency on the far left," he said. "Her vision is big government spending and anti-economic development."
Abed said he planned to run on his record as mayor.
It's included balancing the city budget after years of deficits and attracting millions in development dollars, including a comprehensive renovation of Westfield North County mall and a new Walmart under construction in East Valley.
"We have made Escondido a model for fiscal discipline and economic development," he said. "The overwhelming majority of people support the new direction."
Former Councilman Dick Daniels, who lost to Abed in the 2010 mayor's race, said he gives Diaz little chance of winning.
"Sam's an extremely competitive candidate to run against," Daniels said. "He's been very visible, and I've never seen a work ethic like his."
Daniels said another challenge for Diaz would be that both her election victories, in 2008 and 2012, coincided with the presidential campaigns of Barack Obama. Turnout among Democrats and Latinos was especially high during those elections.
In addition, Daniels said Diaz has struggled to widen her support and make new allies.
Diaz disagreed. She said Escondido's agricultural community supports her, and she noted that the conservative Building Industry Association has worked with her on the Escondido Creek project.
Diaz said she has "crossover appeal" to Republicans because she combines fiscal conservatism with her liberalism on social issues.
Mary Azevedo, a North County political consultant, said defeating Abed would be a daunting challenge.
But she said Diaz might be bolstered by the city's settlement this spring of a voting rights lawsuit that claimed city elections discriminate against Latinos.
"That might really energize her base because Latinos weren't being properly represented in city government," Azevedo said.
It also figures to be an expensive race, especially with the city increasing campaign donation limits from $500 to $4,100 per person last month.
Diaz said she plans to raise more than $100,000, while Abed said his goal is $200,000.
"It's going to be the most effective campaign the city has ever seen," Abed said. "My mailers will draw the clear distinctions between us. She won't be able to hide her record."
Diaz said she would avoid negative campaigning and let the voters decide whose vision for the city they preferred.
"We have very different philosophies about what's important to the community," she said.


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