text: Senior lifetime license program remains a work in progress By John McCoy January 12, 2013 Story Share CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- West Virginia wildlife officials are hoping to launch a totally electronic licensing and game-checking system by 2014.Until then, they'll probably continue to get complaints from hunters and anglers upset about the current licensing system.I received an email recently from a senior citizen who has tried several times this fall and winter to pick up an application form for one of the new senior lifetime licenses. Each time, the reader went to his local license agent - a Walmart store - and each time, he was told they had no senior-license applications.Ultimately, a Walmart clerk told the reader he should drive to a DNR office to pick up the application. Needless to say, the suggestion didn't go over too well."It shouldn't be this hard to get a license that I wouldn't have had to get if I was just one year older," the reader wrote. "You would think that the [Division of Natural Resources] would have applications at every license station since they had two years to get ready for this fiasco. I should not have to go out of my way to get a license."I contacted DNR officials to find out if applications are really that hard to get, or if the reader's problem had been an isolated instance.Curtis Taylor, chief of the agency's Wildlife Section, said all license agents have a special phone number they can call to request additional forms, licenses and stamps."When we get those calls, we usually get the stuff in the mail that very same day," Taylor added. "If a license agent has run out of forms and hasn't requested additional ones, we have no way of knowing to send out more."He said large-volume agents such as Walmart ordinarily are sent more of everything. "Those [senior-license] applications are duplicate forms that come in pads, 25 to each pad and 200 to a box. Any Walmart would have been sent a bunch of forms. If they run out, all they have to do is let us know and we'll send them more."Taylor said the reader's inability to get an application was the first senior license-related complaint he'd received."All the information so far has been positive," he explained. "We're right there in the ballpark with [the number] we thought we would sell in the first year. Sales have been good. So far, we're pretty pleased."DNR officials began selling the licenses to gain a larger share of federal excise taxes specially earmarked for fish and wildlife programs. License sales are one of the factors that determine how much money each state gets, and West Virginia was losing money because it didn't require people 65 and older to purchase licenses.Rather than burden seniors with having to purchase annual licenses, DNR officials got the bright idea of creating a one-time $25 "senior lifetime license" that had to be purchased by anyone who turned 65.The feds agreed to give West Virginia 10 years' worth of benefit for every senior lifetime license sold. The money will benefit many of the state's fish- and game-enhancement projects. Every new DNR initiative, including the senior license, has growing pains in its initial stages. My reader's difficulty getting an application is a case in point.All this should be rendered moot within a year or so, which is when agency officials hope to do away with traditional licenses and go to a fully electronic system. All licenses would be purchased via computer, smart phone or electronic tablet, and all big-game animals would be checked electronically.At least that's the plan. Story Share Story Share Trending Now 1 Facebook founder visits Cabin Creek Health Systems 2 Chuck McGill: Barry Switzer takes a special interest in former George Washington star 3 SBA board OKs canceling Logan's construction management contract 4 Parole board seeks report on Lavigne for possible release from prison 5 Hoffman, Poca take regional golf title Outdoor notes -- Jan. 13 Previous Story Wildlife center still recovering from Sandy Next Story


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HE will walk away from South Sydney after next season but Rabbitohs co-owner Russell Crowe last night declared: "South Sydney 'til I die - one red eye, one green eye."
Crowe will sell his 37.5 per cent stake in the club after a difficult year professionally and personally.
Speaking exclusively from New York, Crowe said: "I have loved the responsibility of bringing South Sydney back to being a competitive force."
Crowe and co-owner Peter Holmes a Court bought 75 per cent of the club in March 2006, the club's members owning the remaining 25 per cent. They have tipped in a combined total of about $11 million.
There was anxiety last night among Souths fans, worried who might buy their famous club. Members will only get the chance to buy back the club if the Rabbitohs go into administration, an unlikely possibility given the NRL's $1 billion broadcast deal.
MEDIA CONFERENCE: The reality is South Sydney is in Redfern and always will be
The Daily Telegraph contacted Holmes a Court in New York but he would not reveal his plans for the club.
Crowe's long-time antagonist, Souths legend George Piggins, said: "Football clubs aren't easy to sell."
Holmes a Court and Crowe share four seats on a seven-man board.
The Rabbitohs' 2012 season was the most successful in decades, with new coach Michael Maguire getting them to within one match of the grand final appearance.
Crowe lured some of rugby league's best players to Redfern including Craig Wing, Roy Asotasi, Sam Burgess and Greg Inglis.
Crowe secured proud old club's future
Souths enjoyed their strongest year since re-admittance in 2002, reaching the preliminary final before losing to Canterbury.
"It's pretty simple, I have to make more time for my family," he said. "I have loved the responsibility of bringing South Sydney back to being a competitive force.
"With many player contracts long-term and a great coach in place it's the right time. This will only be a change at the corporate level of Blackcourt, the company that Peter and I control.
"Members and fans should understand that nothing will change at a club level."
He then added: "South Sydney 'til I die - one red eye, one green eye."
Peter Holmes a Court added:"Russell has announced that this will be his last season as an owner of the Rabbitohs," he said. "There are so many great things that he has done over the last six seasons that will never be seen.
"One thing that will always stay with the club is his pursuit of excellence in everything we do, a drive that has to be seen to be believed.
"This passion and focus is now in the club's DNA and it won't ever leave.
"All praise to him for his investment, his passion, his time and his love of the Rabbitohs. I consider myself fortunate to have been by his side for some of the ride. The club's never been stronger."
Piggins said Crowe's decision had come quicker than he anticipated.
"I don't know the reasons but I do know it's left Souths in a very poor position," he said.
"Football clubs aren't easy to sell. This has come a little quicker than I thought.
"I was worried about this in the first place.
"Souths now have to find someone to buy them. They don't have leagues club backing so they have a lot of thinking to do.
"Homebush (ANZ Stadium) is hard enough to get to. The new owners might take it further away. If the club goes out of the state or to country areas, the fans will be watching it on TV like I do."
Asked would he now attend matches, Piggins said: "If they came back to Redfern or the SCG I might wander back.
"But I'm not 40 anymore. I am nearly 70 and it's difficult getting to the western suburbs.
"It's not just Russell Crowe. Every club has a few billygoats (in their fan base) and if they have a shot at you, you may not hold your temper. I've had enough (of attending games)."
Pressed on whether he would he buy Crowe's shares, Piggins said: "No way in the world."
Acting NRL chief executive Shane Mattiske also added: "Russell has demonstrated a real passion for the club and a real dedication to help the club succeed. It will be a real change if Russell isn't at the club next season."
Originally published as Crowe set to quit Rabbitohs

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Excellent pure raw organic manuka honey from New Zealand.
Caeruleaにより 5 13, 2014 に掲載 | 認証済の購入
Not all honey is created equal. Manuka honey is the queen of it all. What gives it this title is its unique phytochemical composition. All honey has some antibiotic and healing properties because it contains hydrogen peroxide. But in addition to it, manuka honey is the only type of honey that has a high concentration of methylglyoxal, a powerful antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antibiotic, antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiviral, antifungal, analgesic, antispasmodic, tonic, cicatrizant, soothing, emollient, and healing agent, which comes the conversion of dihydroxyacetone, a compond found in high concentration in the nectar of manuka flowers, and gives manuka honey its exceptional properties. Its antibacterial power is determined by the concentration of methylglyoxal: the higher the concentration, the stronger the antibiotic effect and potency of manuka honey. The potency of manuka honey is called UMF, which stands for Unique Manuka Factor. The UMF rating corresponds to the concentration of methylglyoxal. Not all manuka honey contains significant levels of methylglyoxal. To be considered potent enough to be therapeutic, it needs a minimum rating of 10 UMF. To be labelled manuka honey, at least 70% of its pollen content should come from the manuka tree. Another unique thing about manuka honey is that it's very thixotropic and has the highest viscosity among different types of honey, which means that it's gel-like in liquid form, and becomes less solid when stirred or shaken. It's also slow to granulate and forms coarse crystals, that's why genuine manuka honey has a smooth and creamy texture. This Wedderspoon Organic Raw Organic Manuka Honey is an excellent product: it's 100% pure, raw, organic, free of chemicals and pesticides, unpasteurized, GMO free, delicious, comes from New Zealand (which means that it's genuine, because manuka trees grow only in New Zealand and southeastern Australia), has a smooth and creamy texture (which proves once again that it's genuine) and a rating of 16 UMF, which means that it's therapeutic grade. This manuka honey is truly a superfood loaded with health benefits. In addition to methylglyoxal, it's a great source of manganese, iron, copper, pota ssium, zinc, selenium, calcium, magnesium, riboflavin, vitamin B6, vitamin C, niacin, folate, pantothenic acid and effective in treating infections, colds, flu, fever, respiratory tract conditions, nasal congestion, sore throat, bronchitis, tonsillitis, laryngitis, sinusitis, asthma, gastritis, acid reflux, Helicobacter pylori, indigestion, stomach ulcers, IBS, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, hay fever, high cholesterol, cardiovascular conditions, heart disease, diabetes, kidney and liver disease, arthritis, rheumatism, osteoporosis, aching muscles, earache, chronic fatigue syndrome, migraines and headaches, stress, anxiety, insomnia, cataracts, diabetic foot ulcers, sunburn, acne, rashes, eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, shingles, hives, scabies, sciatica, ringworm, chicken pox, dandruff, seborrhea, scalp infections, cavities, caries, tooth decay, plaque and tartar build up, sore gums, gingivitis, parodontitis, gum infections, canker sores, mouth ulcers, as well as many other conditions. When used internally, manuka honey boosts and strengthens the immune systems, removes toxins out of the body, aids digestion, prevents heartburn and acid reflux, relieves nausea and bloating, heals gastric ulcers, soothes the stomach lining, reduces colon inflammation, facilitates healing, improves liver and kidney function, balances the intestinal flora, helps stabilize blood sugar and regulate insulin levels, normalizes blood pressure, lowers triglycerides and LDL or "bad" cholesterol levels while increasing HDL or "good" cholesterol, stimulates blood flow and improves circulation, protects against strokes, atherosclerosis and peripheral arterial disease, neutralizes free radicals, improves brain function, helps maintain healthy bones, teeth, joints, skin, nails, and hair, aids sleep, relieves the symptoms of stress and depression, and reduces the risk of cancer. It does wonders when applied topically, as well: it fights infection, heals wounds, sores, dry, sore, and chapped lips, cuts, abrasions, peeling skin, bruises, insect bites, stings, abscesses, boils, blisters, burns, carbuncles. A manuka honey facial mask calms itching, reduces redness and inflammation, improves the complexion, evens out the skin tone, detoxifies the skin, exfoliates dead skin cells, draws out excess dirt, oil, and product buildup, removes impurities and debris from under the skin without stripping the skin's protective layer, unclogs and tightens pores decreasing their size, regulates sebum production, improves cellular circulation, stimulates cell renewal and regeneration, tones, firms, nourishes, invigorates, revitalizes, and rejuvenates the skin helping restore its elasticity and protecting it at the cellular level, supports and strengthens the skin's defensive mechanisms, and prevents premature aging. A manuka honey hair mask soothes and heals the scalp, calms itching, removes dandruff and flakiness, strengthens the root bulbs and follicle connection, slows down hair loss, pro motes keratin production and hair growth. A manuka honey compress stimulates blood circulation, relieves pain, and aids in coagulation of wounds for faster healing. A manuka honey mouth wash soothes and heals sore gums, prevents inflammation and tartar buildup. I use this amazing organic manuka honey both internally and externally and I really love it: it relieves the symptoms of my acid reflux and gastritis, helps normalize my cholesterol levels and blood pressure, boosts my immune system and I don't get sick easily, helps me sleep better and feel rested and refreshed when I wake up, clears up my acne, improves my complexion and skin tone, smoothes out some fine lines and reduces my pigmentation spots, makes my scalp healthier. So glad I discovered this amazing product. Totally recommend it.
Супер продукт высокого качества!!!
Sibirychkaにより 5 02, 2014 に掲載 | 認証済の購入
Непастеризованный 100% сырой мед Manuka с активностью 16+, в стеклянной баночке объемом 325 грамм от компании Wedderspoon Organic, Inc. Мед насыщенного темно-желтого цвета, с легким коричневым оттенком. Консистенция густая, кремовая, вкус ярко выраженный, медовый, с ароматом чайного дерева. Очень вкусный мед, Если съедаю больше 3 чайных ложек меда, глаза просто слипаются, спать хочется.... Думаю, что этот мед окажется очень кстати тем, кто страдает бессонницей, вечером кружечку чая с 2 ложечками этого меда выпьешь и ночью спишь, как младенец.
Favorite Honey!
iHerbのお客様により 4 08, 2014 に掲載 | 認証済の購入
This honey is hands-down THE BEST! It has an extra sweet, medicinal taste to it and it is very potent. Although I use this topically, I mainly eat it raw or with smoothies. Over the last several years I've had several issues with food sensitivities, tested positive for celiac and as lactose intolerant so my GI system has been a little problematic. Even after eliminating all the food triggers from my diet I was left with horrible and painful GI issues. In an attempt to alleviate my "gut issues" I first began using live probiotics, which are very helpful. After several months of using probiotics I still felt I needed something more to improve my stomach/GI symptoms and found several testimonies about Manuka Honey online. I read about this honey's antibacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal, and anti-parasitic abilities as well as it's healing abilities (The most important factor is using a grade at least 15+). I was so impressed with how good I felt, how my symptoms disappeared, how my acne cleared up, and how strong my immune system has become since using it! I've even tried other brands of organic manuka honey 20+ and they didn't work as well as this one. It's pretty expensive for a tiny jar, but it's worth it. I went through the first two jars of this in less than two weeks and my health improved dramatically! Now I only need to use a few teaspoons a day to maintain.
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iHerbのお客様により 10 16, 2013 に掲載 | 認証済の購入
Super sweet, but a little goes a long way! I mainly use this as a face mask for my acne. Really calms the redness and reduces flare ups.
The magic of honey
iHerbのお客様により 10 10, 2013 に掲載 | 認証済の購入
This is a great product.Tastes slightly medicinal but the anti-bacterial benefits far outweigh that. This product comes from New Zealand who are renowned for their manuka. Remember not to heat your honey as it can destroy its properties
ممتاز جداً و جودة عالية
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شريته اكثر من مره ، يمكن طعمه مو لذيذ لما تقارنه بالعسل البلدي ، لكن كعسل عضوي و مضمون و مانوكا وفعاليّة عالية انا اشوف انه من افضل انواع العسل اذا لم يكن الأفضل غير عن ألقوه و النشاط ، أعطاني وقاية من نزلات البرد و الإنفلونزا و التهاب الحنجرة 💉💊😇
Very good
iHerbのお客様により 9 15, 2013 に掲載 | 認証済の購入
I like the taste
I guess it's ok?
kei-rylieにより 9 30, 2013 に掲載 | 認証済の購入
I bought this for my parents since manuka honey is known for it's healing properties. My parents are healthier now but I'm not too sure if it's the ACV or this particular honey that's aiding the process.
Delicious, nourishing and healthy product
5lanvianvilにより 9 13, 2015 に掲載 | 認証済の購入
This honey has a thick consistency and tastes really good. It is a RAW, unpasteurized product so it is a good source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. I love it with my breakfast cereals, muesli, oat, yogurt etc. Miel de textura espesa que tiene un sabor realmente bueno. Es cruda y sin pasteurizar, por tanto una buena fuente de vitaminas, minerales y antioxidantes. Me encanta con cereales de desayuno, muesli, yogur, avena etc.
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Dear Suds Buds,
Okay so one day last week I get a frantic call from a reporter from Star Magazine. Seems that the brouhaha over the last Super Bowl half-time show – which gave new meaning to the phrase "Boob Tube" -- has most broadcasters scrambling. Seven-second delays have been incorporated into live broadcasts. Radio shock jock Howard Stern's days are numbered, as the parent company that owns the radio stations on which he broadcasts are no longer willing to absorb the hefty FCC fines caused by the raunchiness of his program.
And then, Michael J. Copps, the FCC commissioner who has led the agency's campaign against adult-oriented radio programs, opened another Pandora's box recently when he told reporters that they – the FCC -- should review whether soap operas violate the agency's indecency prohibitions. This as reported in the Washington Times and attributed according to the Times, to Television Week, an industry trade publication.
Copps, one of two Democrats on the five-member FCC panel, allegedly said he stumbled across a racy soap-opera scene while channel-surfing recently.
Suddenly those involved in daytime were being hounded by the press. Network publicists from ABC, NBC and CBS declined to comment. When Star Magazine contacted me last week, and I told the networks and publicists of some of the soaps that they were asking around, a few publicists gave me their candid responses on the issue, that being, that there is really no issue here and we agreed that Soaps are not about elicit sex. They are all about romance. However, some network execs cautioned, be careful what you say to the Star. You know that magazine. Were they implying that the Star might twist my words? One network exec was rather cold in saying, we are not commenting. The magazine is talking to anyone who will talk to them.
But I felt confident that my responses to the emailed questions of the Starr reporter were so positive and promotionally oriented, they would only show the industry in a good light.
Here is what they asked me and here are my answers:
Star Mag: Many soaps are nearly half a century old. Do you know if they've always been so sexually explicit and/or when it began to be so?
Me: "I wouldn't call soaps 'sexually explicit.' Soaps are all about love and romance. Yes, there may be love scenes in soaps, but they come from character and character relationships. They are more romance and not explicit sex. I think that romance has always been an integral part of soap storytelling."
Star Mag: After so many years uncensored, do you believe, given their afternoon airtime, that they should be censored now?
Me: "No. American Soaps have never used off color language, or exploited nudity. Soaps are a socially responsible medium, often bringing health-oriented messages and/or constructive information, such as rape crisis management, home to the viewer. The CDC (Center for Disease Control) in Atlanta recognizes the soap industry as key in spreading the word on such issues as HIV awareness and other health concerns, and via the Soap Summit, awards storylines and soaps for their conscientiousness in this regard. Watching of favorite soaps is a generational thing, handed down from grandmother to daughter to granddaughter, etc. Kids have always watched soaps with their mom or grandmom and grow to love the same show(s). Soaps have always been fully aware of the age range of their viewers, and write to that audience."
Star Mag: How do you think soaps will deal with the watchful eye of the FCC?
Me: "I think it's a non-issue for soaps."
Star Mag: Do you think scripts will be re-written to eliminate graphic sexual scenes?
Me: "Again, I wouldn't consider the love scenes in soaps as 'graphically sexual.' They are tender, loving and romantic, and do not, in any way, predominate storytelling. I don't think that the recent Super Bowl debacle – which gave new meaning to the phrase 'boob tube,' should or will have an impact on the writing of soaps."
Star Mag: Do you think soap actors would prefer not to have so many graphic love scenes?
Me: "I think that the actors work very hard to stay in good shape and condition – just in case they do have a love scene coming up! Imagine being a guy and being bare-chested in front of millions of viewers. But then, there are some actors who would prefer not to have so many close-up shots either, and close ups is what television is all about. Soap actors are all beautiful and stunning people and the camera loves them. Close ups are part of the job, as are romantic scenes."
Star Mag: Do you think people within the soap industry are nervous about the FCC scrutiny?
Me: "Nervous is not the proper word. I think that they are certainly aware of the current climate, but don't anticipate any fallout, as I believe it is a non issue for them."
Star Mag: And any comment you'd like to add?
Me: "The soap industry works very hard to entertain and educate its audience. Soaps air five days a week, 52 weeks a year, with never a re-run and hardly a pre-emption. They provide for the viewer, 30 to 60 minutes of escape each day."
Well, guess what, my dear Suds Buds! My comments were so positive, and so lacking sensationalism, they did not make it into the published article for Star Magazine! But it is gratifying to know that Lynn Leahey, editorial director of SOD and SPW shares similar sentiments, according to the article in the Washington Times: "The bottom line is, these shows are about romance, not sex. It's always been that way; it will always be that way," Leahey is quoted as saying
But could the brouhaha about indecency in soaps be all for naught? When The Washington Times attempted to reach Copps subsequent to his comments about channel surfing and finding a racy soap, they were unable to contact him as he was traveling. But, according to one of his aides, the commissioner's remarks do not necessarily mean he will seek an investigation into soap operas or daytime television in general.
Guess like on the soaps, we will just all have to stay tuned to see what happens next.
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Linda Marshall-Smith
CEO, Soapdom, Inc.
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Last summer I bought my husband, Rol a video camera for his birthday. We never owned one before and it was a hit. About a month later he shot a lot of footage, (I guess its not called that anymore since nothing is on film, but what else?), of an every night spectacle at our B&B in the summer. Let me explain.
Here at Adobe Nido Bed and Breakfast we have a couple of Sacred Datura plants in our backyard. They are: (D. wrightii, aka Jimson Weed). The flowers last less than 24 hours, blooming at dusk when the temperature is just perfect. Some nights there are only a few blooms, and sometimes there are over 40 on one plant in one evening. They remain in the morning until the sun hits them. Then they wilt and are gone. I have to cut the flowers off the plant because they form these hideous thorny pods full of hallucinogenic seeds. It is not a good time, being a completely altered reality for about three days, depending on how many seeds are ingested. The substance in these seed has been, and probably still is, used by indigenous peoples for ceremony. Our neighbors dog got into these seeds and was really weird for many days. He was luck to survive. But the flowers are something to behold.
Along with the flowers comes a moth, (see video below). We have a love/hate relationship with these creatures, as the larvae is the dreaded hornworm, (Manduca sexta L), that can devour your tomato, potato, chili plant in one day. They eat anything in the "Nightshade" family, including tobacco, so they are certainly the source of much angst of tobacco growers. The moth, however, is a wonderful, beautiful thing.
This is the video that Rol shot in our Albuquerque bed and breakfast backyard. I procrastinated almost a year before I finally put this together. Please excuse the shakyness, but it is really cool and worth it!
I know the best things to do in Albuquerque!
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Abilene State Park Commemorates 75 Years
TUSCOLA, Texas — Abilene State Park, renowned for its huge swimming pool and rustic water tower built by the Civilian Conservation Corp during the 1930's, RV camping, roaming bison stately oak and pecan trees, will commemorate 75 years of operation on Saturday, May 16.
An entire day's worth of activities have been scheduled to commemorate the anniversary, beginning at 9 a.m. range. They will include historical re-enactments featuring soldiers in 19th century dress from Fort Richardson, Fort Concho, Fort Chadbourne and Fort Griffin, archery events, birding and nature hikes, and a Kidfish fishing area. The park is waiving its customary $4 per-person adult entrance fee (kids ages 12 and younger are always free) all weekend long.
On hand, too, will be the Abilene High School marching band, considered to be one of the oldest marching band programs in Texas, which will play during the morning ceremonies just as the high school band did in 1934 during the park's original.
"I think the significance of this park is that it has always been a gathering place for citizens of this area, and for visitors to enjoy," said Okie Okerstrom, who is in her 16th year as park superintendent. "Maintaining this public land and resource and keeping it accessible emphasizes the importance of its history and preserving it for future generations. The Comanche people camped here; pioneer settlers settled here. The buffalo hunters were here. It's always been a popular gathering spot."
Abilene State Park's cultural heritage will take center stage during the festivities with a stagecoach on display to honor the park's Butterfield Trail history, a covered wagon that will host chuck wagon cooking demonstrations and interpretive panels highlighting the CCC's critical role in developing the Texas State Park system. In addition, there will be a classic car show and food vendors are scheduled to be on site selling concession items.
On Friday, May 15, the night before the anniversary event, the Friends of Abilene State Park will be hosting a Dinner and Dance Under the Stars at the nearby Perini Ranch Steak House restaurant in Tuscola. The special fundraiser is reminiscent of weekly juke box dances held at the park's pavilion during the 1940s, which were known to be popular among soldiers from Camp Barkley. After dinner, guests can dance to traditional Big Band sounds from the 1930s and 1940s. Reservations for the Dinner and Dance Under the Stars fundraiser must be made by May 8. Contact the park for information and reservations.
Over the years, Abilene State Park has become a symbol of both an unchanged landscape for traditional family fun, as well as one of how parks can adapt to the changing needs of their customers' recreational interests. The park's CCC-built swimming pool, scenic pecan groves and RV camping loop remain popular attractions that bring groups of people back year after year.
The park's recent history, however, includes some notable changes. Four years ago, the park expanded by roughly 1,000 acres with the addition of Lake Abilene to its original 529 acres. The lake acreage, which includes restrooms and a security fence, adds a new fishing and boating dimension to the park visitor experience. Abilene State Park also boasts the only Yurt tent sites in the state park system. A Yurt is a large, canvas tent structure with a floor and furnishings, giving campers yet another option of overnight accommodations.
Abilene State Park represents a significant economic contribution to the Taylor County area, generating more than $1 million to the local economy in sales, some $560,000 in impact on personal income, and more than $5,000 in sales tax.
For more information about Abilene State Park, the 75th anniversary celebration or the Friends of Abilene State Park fundraising dinner and dance, contact Abilene State Park at (325) 572-3204.
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Knitting Plastic
Hand knit knit knit, go for a run, hand knit knit knit, have a nervous break down laugh on the couch, and go back to knit! That resumes my week-end!
I am glad that it was sunny, I got to enjoy some of the sun as I ran across Greenpoint's cool avenues and streets.
It is now Monday morning, 8:30 AM, me and my roomate Elin (she also is in knitwear, final year), are already in the knit lab. We could feel the pressure as people walked in. We merely have a few weeks left and crazyness is upon us. Each and every student has to deal with different sorts of issues. Unfortunately, machines are over-booked for the weeks to come, and we all have to use our time wisely!
Here is a bit about my inspiration and what I am doing:
versus Nature.
It all started on a sailing vacation. I kept seeing pop color supermarket plastic bags on the beaches. I thought it was very interesting to analyze the paradox "plastic versus nature", and how, inevitably, plastic bags become part of our every day landscape scene. I did some trials over the Christmas break, and decided that, indeed, I would want to continue researching and experimenting with plastic.
I started my research looking at landfills in Cambodia and Brazil. What I found to be interesting is that, seen from far, plastic landfills can be very colorful and charming.
I started to collect all sorts of plastic bags, and denim as well. Cotton denim, which is a natural fiber, is in fact, a very polluting one. Entire river ecosystems are being destroyed in china because of waste denim discharge from the factories.
And so, I have tried to manipulate plastic with knitwear.
I glued plastic bags with liquid latex on top of machine knitted fabric.
I knitted "plastic jacquards". Jacquard is a machine knit fabric that has a print knitted in. At school, we can only use a maximum of 4 colors, so I have re-worked photos of plastic garbage, and narrowed down the colors to 4 on photoshop, and running the image as a jacquard.
I experimented knitting the actual plastic bags, and introducing denim and a mixture of natural fibers. The results were pretty awesome and I decided to make an entire coat from it!
And…I did dozens of other experiments, but no all were successful, so I am only talking about the cool ones :-*
Here is a picture of some of my swatches, the left one is plastic turning into denim and other natural fibers, the middle one is a pop jacquard made from picture of plastic bags, and the one on the right is a Dubied machine lacey fabric I created last year.
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Hi Olga
The post title "Knitting Plastic" caught my attention.
I was intrigued about how you could do it.
I didn't realize there is a technique/technical aspect of knitting.
Thanks for showing the swatches. I do like the Dubied machine lacey fabric.
Hi Bess,
thanks for your comment. Yes, you can knit plastic! You just need to cut the plastic in loops, and attach them together. It becomes your "yarn". I will post more picture of the technique.


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Recent reports of patients being abused at two Minnesota nursing homes have raised concerns about the potential for abuse at other care facilities.
Two cases, one in Montevideo and the other in Albert Lea, have angered and worried many who have loved ones in nursing homes.
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Despite contributing just 9 percent of the greenhouse gases, agriculture tends to take the brunt of climate change criticism.
That's what USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack said this week as the keynote speaker at a Drake University forum on climate change, according to the Des Moines Register.
"Everyone assumes what's happening globally is happening nationally," he said. "Clearly, there are challenges globally in terms of agriculture and its contribution to greenhouse gas emissions. That's not necessarily the case in the United States."
By comparison, farming contributes a smaller percentage than other industries. Transportation contributes 28 percent of the nation's greenhouse emissions. Public utilities (32 percent) and other industries (20 percent) aren't far behind.
Even so, Vilsack points that agriculture will still need to adapt to climate change.
"We all have to be aware of the fact the climate is changing, and the warmer temperatures will change the way in which we approach agriculture, and we need to be prepared for that change," Vilsack told reporters.
According to Vilsack, the country is already confronting several environmental farm issues driven by climate change, including drought and shrinking water supplies.
"Our challenge is to educate farmers about the vulnerability of agriculture, when it comes to climate change. We've seen temperatures increase since 1970 accelerate at three times the rate prior," he said. "So there are warning signs."
Read, "Vilsack: Agriculture unfairly blamed for climate change."
The Quad City Times reports these changing temperatures will affect what farmers can grow and how those crops are grown.
Vilsack also announced the USDA has created seven climate hubs across the country to study the impact of climate change and what should be done to mitigate its negative effective. He also pointed to the National Institute of Food and Agriculture recent award of $6 million to 10 university to study the effects of climate change on agricultural production. Read more here.


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Jan's Corner
Prenatal Care
For mothers: Prenatal care is what you do between your visits to your midwife or doctor. No one can do this for you. Each day, eat 80–100 grams of protein with lots of fruits and vegetables, salt your food to taste, and drink 8–12 glasses of water. And don't believe all of the medical myths. Remember: everything done to you, your belly and your baby has consequences. Protect your baby from ultrasound, including Doppler, unless there is a really clear reason to use this technology. We just do not know the problems caused by what we are doing. As Carla Hartley says, "Birth is safe, interference is risky."
For practitioners: My friend Verena, a midwife from Italy, says, "If you really prepare a woman for birth in the prenatal period, most of your work is done. She will do well." It is interesting that a midwife needs to be a counselor to help women in their prenatal course. Think of all the garbage most women have picked up about birth from her culture. Most women's birth stories are horror stories. Many are stories of outright abuse at the hands and mouths of medical professionals. Rare and refreshing is the woman who grows up unscathed in this strange (birth) culture. Those abused women tell their stories to others, and because there are so few good stories—maybe 1–2%—the cycle continues. Television shows such as TLC's A Baby Story, along with other hyped-up media messages, mess with their minds even more. The battle really is in the mind. Couple this with one out of three or four women suffering from sexual abuse, and midwives, doulas and childbirth educators have their hands full.
Yes, all who love, nurture and help pregnant mothers need counseling skills to help turn the tide of birth. You are our hope. From your practices will emanate good, amazing and joyful birth stories. Let's break the cycle in our lifetime— or at least in the younger ones' lifetimes. Each one, teach one (or many) about how truly glorious birth was designed to be.
— Jan Tritten, mother of Midwifery Today
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In recent years, thousands of massage therapists have trained to become pre- and perinatal massage therapy specialists. Not that nurturing touch during pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period is a new concept. Although not massage therapists, midwives have been valued for centuries for their highly developed hands-on skills. Massage and movement during the childbearing experience was and continues to be a prominent part of many cultures' maternity care.(1) Most of the world's more peaceful cultures use touch prominently during pregnancy and early childhood.(2)
Profound local and systemic changes in a woman's physiology occur as a result of conception and the process of labor. Changes during pregnancy span the psychological, physiological, spiritual and social realms. A typical session performed by a therapist specializing in pre- and perinatal massage therapy can address pregnancy's various physical challenges: edema, postural changes, and pain in the lower back, pelvis or hips. The stress-reducing effect of massage not only can relax mom, but it will also improve uterine blood supply and fetal and maternal outcomes.(3)
Swedish massage may facilitate gestation by supporting cardiac function, placental and mammary development, and increasing cellular respiration. It also reduces edema and contributes to sympathetic nervous system sedation.(4) Deep tissue, trigger point and both active and passive movements alleviate stress on weight-bearing joints and myofascial structures, especially the sacroiliac and lumbosacral joints, lumbar spine, hips and pelvic musculature.(5) Structural balancing and postural re-education reduce neck and back pain caused by improper posture and strain to the uterine ligaments. Prenatal massage therapists find that they also can facilitate ease of labor by preparing selected musculature and joints for release and support during childbirth.
Beyond these physical effects, an effective prenatal massage therapy session provides emotional support. In the safe care of a focused, nurturing therapist, many women unburden their worries, fears and other anxieties about childbearing. Therapeutic massage and bodywork can help the mother-to-be develop the sensory awareness necessary to birth more comfortably and actively. If laboring women whose partners learned and provided basic massage strokes to their backs and legs had shorter, less complicated labors, imagine the benefits generated by the skilled hands and compassionate heart of a trained touch specialist!
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Q: Because of my deep interest in all things birth I tend to get in many conversations with new mums about their birth stories and these often lead to tales of interventions and women's hurt at the traumatic processes. It seems 9 out of 10 stories include mum being hooked up to a foetal monitor and soon being told that it is picking up [decelerations of the] baby's heart rate during contractions and, therefore, that some form of intervention is needed.
Is baby's heart rate dropping normal during contractions or is it cause to intervene? If so, what are the guidelines for interventions such as caesareans, induction, etc.?
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A: I have used alternatives to suturing (especially Super Glue) but these are for surface tears, or small hanging pieces. I think it's important to remember that with a second-, third- or, God forbid, a fourth-degree tear that muscle is torn.
When muscle tears, it retracts. Each side of the muscle pulls back into the mucosa. This is why, when the anal sphincter is torn, it may require grabbing the ends of the sphincter muscle and holding them with clamps to suture the ends together. If muscle tissue is not pulled together by sutures, I have been taught that the mucosa will heal together, the skin will probably heal together, but the underlying muscle layers will not, and the integrity of the mother's perineal floor will be compromised.
Mary (guest writer Mary Cooper, CPM) has done many more births than I have, and I don't know if she sutures, but I know that many midwives do not. I believe that if the midwife isn't able to provide that service for her clients, and needs to transfer in for it, the client is more likely to decline and tears that really should be sutured don't get properly repaired.
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text: SessionCam provides a market leading solution for recording and analysing the interaction and activity generated by a customer using a web site. SessionCam records all of the data exchanged between a web site and a visitor. This information is stored securely and can be replayed to show exactly what a visitor did during their web session. To complement the session playback capability, a number of reports are provided via a web-based interface to allow recorded sessions to be listed, organised by collections of pages or online processes, searched and analysed in significant detail. Reports are used to highlight any issues with online process conversion by showing drop-off within a process or collection of pages and within a page by reporting field-level analytics. Reports can also be generated to allow further understanding of the behavioural activity of site users. For example, customers that enter data in one or more input fields across one or more web pages could be identified for further investigation if that activity was considered to be outside of the normal, expected behaviour. The SessionCam Optimisation module allows business rules to be defined to analyse the collected data and trigger further processes enabling an organisation to really optimise online sales activity for maximum value by creating a response across multiple channels. For example, customers that fail to complete a quotation process can be automatically identified, prioritised and their data seamlessly passed back into an outbound dial process within a cell centre. Lastly, SessionCam includes a Session Monitor module which uses an understanding of expected customer volumes to compare against current traffic levels. Thresholds of minimum and maximum activity can be configured to create a unique and effective tool for monitoring end-to-end performance and availability of a web site and its online processes. Email and SMS alerts are generated when actual activity tips any of the pre-defined thresholds limits.


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Selflessness key to Reds' first-half success
CINCINNATI -- If there's a central theme to the first half of the Reds' season, manager Bryan Price said on Sunday it's selflessness.
"I think coming into Spring Training, some of the players would have admitted that it was one of our Achilles' heels as a team, was playing a bit selfishly," Price said.
He added that much of what the Reds have been able to accomplish over their successful run of the past six weeks or so -- particularly with the increased capability to come back when down early in games -- stems from that unselfish attitude.
"When you see the effort by a run-producer, a middle-of-the-order guy, to advance a runner with a ground ball or maybe drive something through the right side, it's infectious," Price said. "With people that know baseball -- and I think everyone in our dugout has a pretty good understanding of what good situational baseball is -- you get a lot of praise when you sacrifice your personal statistics for the betterment of the team."
Price hopes to cultivate that selfless mindset beyond 2014.
"I like to think that it can be something that is maintained and increased and improved upon," said Price, "not just over the course of a season, but over the course of an era."
Manny Randhawa is an associate reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Back with my exclusive NECA studio tour (HERE) I announced the line up for NECA's Kick-@$$ Series 2 action figures. While I was allowed to show off Armored Kick-@$$ from that wave, Colonel Stars and Stripes was still pending licensor approval. San Diego Comic-Con revealed both figures, Jim Carrey's character including his modified baseball bat "Betsy Ross" and pet dog Sophia (click for a look). Look for Kick-@$$ Series 2 this November.
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WASHINGTON —A new national poll focused on Louisiana shows Gov. Bobby Jindal with only a 37 percent approval rating and it also indicates that Sen. Mary Landrieu, D-La., leads several potential opponents in her 2014 re-election bid.
The poll, conducted by Public Policy Polling, of North Carolina, which conducts polls for Democrats and progressives, focused on Landrieu's re-election chances, but also took note of Jindal, whom the firm polled at a 58 percent approval rating in 2010. The poll was not done for the Landrieu campaign.
The new poll that places Jindal at a 37 percent approval rating was conducted Friday to Tuesday by surveying 603 Louisiana voters through automated telephone interviews. Jindal had a 57 percent disapproval rating in the new poll.
The margin of error was plus or minus 4 percent.
The poll summary describes Jindal — a potential 2016 GOP presidential contender — as having a "massive downward shift" to the point that "he is now one of the most unpopular governors in the country."
As for Landrieu, she had a 47 percent approval rating with 45 percent disapproving, according to the poll.
The poll also put Landrieu up against Jindal, Lt. Gov. Jay Dardenne and most of the Republicans in the Louisiana congressional delegation and she bested all of them in head-to-head matchups, according to the poll.
Out of the delegation, only Reps. Bill Cassidy, R-Baton Rouge, and John Fleming, R-Minden, are openly flirting with running against Landrieu.
Landrieu led Cassidy 50 percent to 40 percent and Fleming by 50 percent to 38 percent.
But Cassidy, Fleming and the rest of the delegation all had more than 50 percent "not sure" responses, indicating low name recognition.
"Most of the Republicans have low name recognition so it will get closer," Dean Debnam, president of Public Policy Polling, said in the release. "But Mary Landrieu's near 50 percent and in a much stronger position for re-election probably than most people would have expected."
Dardenne, who may be more likely to consider running for governor in 2015, had the second-highest favorability rating at 41 percent, but Landrieu still narrowly beat him 46 percent to 43 percent.
Landrieu would have beaten Jindal on a 49 percent to 41 percent split.
The poll also included former Rep. Jeff Landry, R-New Iberia, who left Congress in January after being forced into the same district against Rep. Charles Boustany, R-Lafayette, and losing. Landrieu led Landry 48 percent to 39 percent.
Out of those surveyed, 54 percent said they voted for GOP nominee Mitt Romney in November compared with 40 percent for President Barack Obama.


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So the Draft Lottery Gods look kindly upon us and we land a top 2 or 3 pick, and we do end up drafting Evan Turner. Turner is 6'7", 210 pounds (likely to add a little weight leading up to the draft camps). His natural position seems to be more of a SG/SF. I think we're set at SG with Rush, if for no reason other than his defense. If he can chip in 10-15 points a night, then we're really set at the position.
Then we have Turner, this uber-talented kid who is being compared to Brandon Roy, who would most likely fit into the role of a do-it-all SF. Here's the big question...
Do we look at possibly trading Danny for an all-star caliber PF, ala the Granger-for-Al Jefferson deal?
I realize it would be a bit of a risky move since we don't know for sure how Turner is going to produce in the NBA. But if he turns out to be the player that most professionals think he will be, he will likely at least match Danny's production level, and possibly eclipse it. Danny seems to have settled into this mindset that he has to have the ball in his hands in order to be productive. Problem is, he's not really a playmaker.
Turner seems to be just that. Seems like the kid can pretty much do it all with relative ease. I'd say it's something that's at least worth discussing.


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Toronto Police Chief Bill Blair at City Hall on Friday (Photo by Dave Thomas/Toronto Sun)
Talk about standing by your man.
Mayor Rob Ford came out in full support of Toronto Police Chief Bill Blair Sunday.
Blair was under fire again last week as another report came out criticizing the police response to the G20 summit back in 2010. The chief was at the Toronto Police Services Board Friday asking permission to charge a handful of officers under the Police Services Act for alleged conduct during the G20 (story here).
Ford hasn't talked much about the G20 since he came to office so his unprompted and enthusiastic support of the chief is interesting. The mayoral shout-out came in the last minutes of Ford's Sunday radio show on NEWSTALK 1010.
"I just want to tell our chief of police Bill Blair, keep your head up," Ford told his listeners. "He's going through some rough times right now with this G20 stuff and I think he is taking an unfair rap if you ask me."
The mayor added Blair should "hang in there."
"You'll be OK," Ford said.
Councillor Doug Ford also voiced his support for Blair.
"Chief, keep going, you're a great chief," Ford said.


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8 Phrases That Get His Attention Every Time
We get it—you love your husband and want every one of his Facebook friends (and exes) to know it, but consider saving those emojis for a private text. A study from the University of Oxford's Internet Institute revealed that messaging your husband on social media could put a strain on your relationship. Why? Blame the stress and time pressure of trying to maintain various threads of communication. "It's important to be accessible without being overbearing," says researcher Dr. Bernie Hogan. That's solid advice both on and offline, but why not start with Facebook?
When something funny happens at work—like the time you didn't realize your headphones were unplugged while you were jamming out to Christmas music… in June—tell your husband before calling your gal pals. "When people laugh at the same thing, they validate each other's opinions," says psychology professor Doris Bazzini, Ph.D. "Sharing inside jokes strengthens ties between couples." Just spare him the stuff about the Real Housewives. He probably won't find your Teresa Giudice commentary as witty as your work BFF does.
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text: Home saves energy in many ways By Rosalie Earle March 9, 2013 Story Share Chris Dorst Robert Dorsey holds a chunk of structural insulated panel (SIP) that was cut out of his study wall for a window. Six inches of foam is sandwiched between sheathing to provide support and insulation for the exterior walls. Chris Dorst The Nu-Air ventilation machine ensures that equal amounts of fresh air comes into the house as stale air leaves it. In airtight houses, like Dorsey's, the heat recovery system is necessary for air quality and to prevent condensation from forming in the house. Chris Dorst Tubes distribute water to each faucet throughout the Dorsey house. Chris Dorst The wood beams were made from ash trees cut on Dorsey's farm in Lincoln County. CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Robert Dorsey said he wanted to save money when he asked architect Joe Sinclair to design a house that would fit on the concrete-block foundation of a previous house.And he insisted that's why he recycled materials such as using leftover pipe for closet rods and scraps of wood for bathroom shelving."I already own this tree," he said, explaining why he used ash for the ceiling beams in the contemporary living room. Dorsey has ash trees on a farm he owns in Lincoln County.Sinclair agreed that economy is important, but equally so is the natural environment and people. It's a philosophy known as the "triple bottom line."Sinclair pointed out that the ash was locally harvested and is sustainable, in that trees can be replanted. The hickory for the wood floors came from an Appalachian forest, certified as a stand in which the trees are planted at a rate faster than they're being cut.The wood burned in the fireplace insert is cut from trees on Dorsey's land, and even the mantel is milled from a branch of a walnut tree that was on his farm.Obviously, a lot of energy is saved when wood is harvested on site or nearby."When they bring bamboo for floors from China to West Virginia, it makes my heart sick," Dorsey said.The biggest energy savers are the structural insulated panels (SIP) used for the exterior walls and ceilings. Six- and 8-inch-thick foam is sandwiched between sheathing to provide both insulation and support."There are no studs," said Sinclair, explaining that inside heat is lost through the wood framing, a term called thermal bridging."SIP eliminates thermal bridging. It keeps heat in in winter and out in summer." In traditional construction, fiberglass insulation is secured between the supporting studs of an exterior wall. In West Virginia, insulation with an R-13 value would be recommended. But with the loss of heat from thermal bridging, the rating would actually be R-7, Sinclair said."With SIP, you're getting all of the R value -- well over R-20."Which raises the question: Is the Dorsey house too airtight?"You can't neglect interior air quality," Sinclair replied. That's why a heat recovery ventilation system was installed in the basement. Fresh air from the outside is brought in through a vent that passes by, but doesn't touch, the exhaust air that is exiting through another vent. The incoming air is heated or cooled by its proximity to the exhaust from the gas furnace or electric air conditioner. The Nu-Air machine that makes the exchange ensures that the same amount of stale air leaves as fresh air enters.Sinclair said the heat transfer system is used mostly in Canada, and is becoming a trend in Europe. Energy is also saved through the double-pane Pella casement windows that seal tighter than other window styles.And unlike most houses in the Kanawha Valley, a feature of the Arts and Crafts-style design is roof overhangs -- three-foot overhangs in the case of the Dorsey house. They help shade the house in the summer and keep water off it."If you keep a house dry, it will last forever," Dorsey said.The wood-burning insert will supplement the gas furnace, and, in case of power outages, heat the house. The surrounding interior wall made of artificial stone will hold heat from the fireplace. Dorsey hopes captured rain and spring water will be the main water source. He installed an underground collection system that holds and slowly releases rainwater into an old hand-dug well, also fed by spring water. The ground and spring water is pumped from the well into a 1,100-gallon tank in the basement.Dorsey said the tank will probably supply water for the garden, to flush toilets, to wash clothes and to provide water during emergencies. There's city water for drinking and cooking and for backup when the well is dry. The water systems never mix.A PEX plumbing system is used to distribute water inside the house. From a manifold in the basement, plastic tubing carries water to each individual faucet instead of a major line with feeds off of it.The always-practical Dorsey said, "It's a cheaper way than using copper."And the "tri-bottom line" advocate Sinclair pointed out that water is distributed more efficiently and "it's a healthier alternative to running water through PVC piping."Dorsey is now studying a solar water heating system. He's not sure it's economical for a sole residence, but he believes the solar panels would be perfect for large consumers of hot water such as nursing homes.What works in his house may not work elsewhere, Dorsey concedes. Still, he likes to use the house to demonstrate that there may be a better way to do things. He's a longtime member of the Home Builders Association and has hosted several open houses for that group. And he's escorted busloads of students from Carver Career Center and Ben Franklin vocational schools through the house.Last month, the house won the West Virginia GreenWorks Placemaker award for "sense of place."Sinclair translated: "It means the house fits into the context of its landscape and culture."At the Morgantown building conference he was among three architects recognized individually for leadership, inspiration and stewardship in green, sustainable placemaking."I couldn't have done it without his input," said Dorsey, who believes architects are essential for the detailed plans that all can follow."Robert is the owner and builder. He made the final decision on everything. All I could do is provide recommendations," said Sinclair.Reach Rosalie Earle at firstname.lastname@example.com or 304-348-5115. Story Share Story Share Trending Now 1 Facebook founder visits Cabin Creek Health Systems 2 Safety shutoff disabled prior to June coal-mining death, report says 3 Huggins, WVU tap South Florida hoops talent 4 Teen pleads guilty to voluntary manslaughter in Oakes Field shooting 5 WVU hopes to get injured defenders back for TCU Sustainable house is a triple non-threat Previous Story Residence built to accommodate bad hips, knees Next Story


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My fellow wrestling fans,
After three years of passively observing this and other websites, I recently made my first post in response to Kevin Nash's inflammatory, asinine comments towards smaller, mat-based, technical wrestlers - specifically Eddie Guerrero and Chris Benoit. I was particularly called to action by Nash's derisive view toward "smarks" as irrelevant, cultural
To my fellow members of the Internet Wrestling Community,
I have been a fan of professional wrestling my entire life and a reader of this website for the last 3 years; yet, I have never posted before. Nevertheless, I am unable to bite my tongue now due to Kevin Nash's recent controversial remarks.
I will recognize certain things that I have always respected about Kevin Nash:


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MIAMI - As America's love of dogs has grown, so has the popularity of leash-free dog parks. These parks provide open spaces for our four-legged friends to roam and socialize while their owners get to meet and greet with other dog parents.
But as dog parents, it's our responsibility to keep these parks safe and fun. Below are a few guidelines that experts suggest you review and follow before taking your canine kids to a dog park.
Obey The Posted Rules
This sounds like a no-brainer, but some people who visit dog parks live by the "Rules Are Made to Be Broken" motto. Don't be one of them. Rules are there to protect dogs and their owners. They also insure that the park follows the legal mandates of the city or municipality in which it is located. Worse case scenario, if people don't follow the rules, the park can be shut down.
Rules Begin At The Gate
Let others out before you go in. Once inside, don't let your dog hang out in front of the gate. "A dog entering the park should not have to face other dogs head on, which could lead to a confrontation and fight," says Dawn Hanna, owner of Oh Behave Dog Training.
Immunized, Licensed Dogs Only
Make sure your dog's vaccinations are up to date. Note that puppies younger than four months have not yet had all their shots and are not allowed into most dog parks. Unvaccinated dogs could bring diseases, some fatal, to puppies and other dogs, says Krista Mifflin of About.com. Get your dog licensed and make sure he's wearing his tags to prove it. If your dog is caught without proper licensing, you will be fined.
Bring Only Healthy Dogs To The Park
Diseases can spread at the dog park faster than a greyhound can run a quarter mile. Tend to your sick dogs at home and bring them out to socialize only when you get clearance from your veterinarian.
Socialized Dogs Only, Please
Do not take a dog that has a history of aggression to a dog park. Doing so puts other people and their pets in danger and you will be financially liable for any injuries or damages that may result. Other dog owners depend on you to be responsible enough to admit that your dog does not play well with others.
The Whole Dog Journal suggests that dogs be reasonably confident and social. Dogs which are aggressive or scared have behaviors that are not appropriate for dog parks.
Avoid Fights
If your dog exhibits any form of aggression, remove him from the park immediately. And be prepared to remove your dog if another dog becomes aggressive. Do not discipline someone else's dog and never, ever try to break up a fight by getting into the middle of it. Distraction is the best defense when breaking up a fight.
Clean Up After Your Dog
Arm yourself with baggies on the way in. Dog parks supply these bags for a reason.
"We are all watching and we will all talk behind your back the same way we talk about people who don't wash their hands after using the restroom," Hanna says.
No People Food
Dog parks are great places to socialize with other dog owners, but that should not be considered an invitation to bring your lunch and eat it while your dogs are playing. Something as innocent as a dropped French fry can start a fight, Hanna says. As for dog food, it's OK to bring training treats but never offer your dog's treats to another dog, and be sure to keep the quantity of treats to a minimum.
Leash Your Human Kids
OK, we're kidding about the leash, but keep the small kids at home. Their idea of affection -- chasing or hugging a dog too closely -- can scare an otherwise friendly dog into aggression.
Don't Bring Female Dogs in Heat
This invites aggressiveness in male dogs and may lead to unplanned puppies.
Don't Bring Too Many Dogs
Some parks limit the number of dogs you can bring at once. But even if there are no restrictions, use common sense. Bring only the number of dogs you can handle. Three is usually the limit, Hanna advises.
Don't Bring Cats To The Dog Park
It's called a dog park for a reason. You may love your other pets as much as you love your canine companions, but dog parks are for dogs.
Your Dog Should Obey When You Call
Be prepared for the unexpected. Your dog should come when you call and stay beside you until you give the command that it's OK to go play again. If not, keep him on a leash. Better yet, keep him at home until he learns to obey your voice commands.
Be Responsible For Your Dog's Behavior
In addition to cleaning up after your dog, be responsible for whatever other mischief she gets into. If she knocks something over, pick it up. If she digs holes, cover them up. If she starts drinking another dog's water, coax her toward her own water bowl. You get the idea.
Keep Your Dog in Sight At All Times
Your dog may be off her leash, but that doesn't mean the leash should be out of your hand. Be ready to call and leash your dog at all times.
Know When It's Time To Leave
Dogs are like children. When tired, they get cranky and can spoil the fun for everyone. If your dog starts exhibiting signs that he's had his fill of fun, it's time to call it a day.
"A good dog owner strives to be a good ambassador in all situations," Hanna says. "A little courtesy, consideration and knowledge can go a long way to achieving that goal."
If you're still not sure, check out this handy, fun quiz from Animal Planet.
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Siegrist sent down to seek regained confidence
ST. LOUIS -- Kevin Siegrist insisted after Saturday's implosion that he was feeling healthy but otherwise had few answers for his recent struggles. He'll now get time to reflect and rework in Triple-A.
Sensing that Siegrist needed a change of scenery in order to work his way out of a funk, the Cardinals optioned the left-hander to Memphis on Saturday. The move came immediately after he served up a grand slam to lose a lead against the Padres in the third game of a four-game series.
"We want him feeling good again about his stuff," manager Mike Matheny said. "Hopefully he'll find a good rhythm. I think he's always going to have to continue to work on that breaking ball that will help him be successful against left-handed hitters. And we've seen a drop in velocity from when he feels physically strong. There's something that is just a click off. We've talked about this before, trying to get somebody right here isn't always the right answer."
Excluding a recent rehab assignment, Siegrist hasn't been in the Minors since June 2013. Upon being called up last season, he dominated opponents -- allowing 17 hits and two runs in 39 2/3 innings -- and opened this season as one of the Cardinals' setup men.
It's been a rocky road since, especially after he returned from a two-month stint on the disabled list three weeks ago. In nine outings since coming back, Siegrist allowed 11 runs on 13 hits in eight innings. Opponents have hit .351 against him. Command has been off, and velocity has been down. It's been a volatile mix.
"I think all season it's been a little different than what we saw last year," Matheny said. "We gave him a long rest trying to get past that. I don't think you ever discount everything. When a guy does have an injury and gets back healthy, there are usually some modifications that they were making along the way to survive at the time. That could be part of the equation. But right now, it just seems like something is off mechanically. And then that affects the confidence."
Siegrist will have to remain in the Minors for a minimum of 10 days (unless the Cardinals place someone on the disabled list), meaning that he'll be ready to return when rosters expand on Sept. 1.
Jenifer Langosch is a reporter for MLB.com. Read her blog, By Gosh, It's Langosch, and follow her on Twitter @LangoschMLB. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Please bare with me as the spacing on this article is horrible and i have trouble with it. Anyone can help me with that? Daniel Bryan vs Dolph Ziggler - WWE Championship (Iron Man Match) Winner: Dolph Ziggler John Cena vs The Undertaker: The Face vs The Streak Winner: The Undertaker The Shield vs The Wyatt Family: Losing Team Disbands Winners: The Wyatts The Rock vs Brock Lesnar:
Darren Young is one half of the Prime Time Players, a heal tag team that would do the job every week. Then one day from the airport from TMZ, Darren Young announced that he was a homosexual. Then everything changed. The entire tag team turned face. Fine. Darren Young's fist singles victory was against Antonio Cesaro. That is where I cross the line. I felt like WWE has really treated this the wrong
The Shield and The Wyatt Family are the future of WWE. These two trio factions have made their present felt in distinct ways. But now that they have each gotten at least one PPV appearance I think a comparison is in order. And I am here to do just that. The other day I called The Wyatt Family Bray Wyatt and The Hillbillies but they will now be compared as a unit. I will be comparing everything. And
This could have been a special party of the summer. This could have been the PPV that we have all been waiting for. But because of WWE's lackluster creative team, we will succumb to another PPV that makes me resort to watching pay-per-views via online streams. When I look at the card, there are only three matches I'll be tuning into:
Kane vs Bray Wyatt
John Cena vs Daniel Bryan
WWE has actually decided to add a curveball to this year's Money In The Bank Pay-per-view: unpredictability. Last year's winners were John Cena and Dolph Ziggler, two obvious choices. But this time, they are making us guess at who could win, why they should win, and whether or not curveballs will be thrown. Also, we have, for the first time, a Money In The Bank ladder match with all heels. I don't


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Family-School Partnerships
Research shows that family involvement promotes student success. Students with involved parents are more likely to
- Earn higher grades and pass their classes,
- Attend school regularly and have better social skills,
- Go on to postsecondary education.
When families, schools, and communities work together,
- Student achievement improves,
- Teacher morale rises,
- Communication increases,
- Family, school, and community connections multiply.
A comprehensive and practical guide to family involvement: The National Standards Implementation Guide
Building Family-School Partnerships the PTA Way
PTA's process for building successful partnerships starts with the National Standards for Family-School Partnerships and consists of three steps:
- Raising awareness about the power of family and community involvement.
- Taking action to cultivate involvement through specific programs and practices.
- Celebrating success as your school sees increased involvement and its impact.
Discover the power of partnerships at your school with these links and the resources below.
- The Power of Partnerships: A Guide to PTA's Building Successful Partnerships Process
- El Poder de las Asociaciones: Una Guía al Proceso de Edificación de Asociaciones Exitosas de la PTA—en Español
Take Your Family to School Week
The event that provides local PTAs and school leaders opportunites for families to engage in their child's education and well-being in school.
National Standards for Family-School Partnerships
Introduction to the National Standards, a framework for how families, schools, and communities should work together to support student success.
PTA Military Alliance for Parents and Partners
The Alliance works together to provide resources to and advocate for military-connected families.
Raise Awareness
The first step in PTA's process for building successful partnerships.
Take Action
The second step in PTA's process for building successful partnerships.
Celebrate Success
The third step in PTA's process for building successful partnerships.
Hearst Awards
National recognition and monetary awards for PTA's efforts to build family-school partnerships.
PTA Three for Me
Get Three for Me started at your school, or organization today and put a new face on parent involvement!


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Man wanted for questioning of woman's death in McFarland
McFARLAND, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) A man is wanted for questioning and believed to be fleeing to Mexico after a woman was found injured and unresponsive late Thursday on Isabel Court in McFarland.
Penelope Stephanie Sanchez, 31, couldn't be revived and died, according to McFarland police. Her name was released by the county coroner's office.
Alfonso Rojas Tafoya, 32, of Delano, was named a person of interest, and police released his photo in hopes that someone will spot him. Anyone with information on Tafoya's whereabouts should contact local law enforcement. He's to be considered dangerous, police said.
Anyone with information helpful to the investigation should call Detective Ruben Ortiz at 1 (855) 435-7623.