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The Effect of Intensive Controlled Exercise in the Early Stages of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
This study has been terminated.
(problems with including patients and a large multicenter Trial is now starting as follow-up)
Radboud University
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Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurological disorder characterized by amongst others asymmetric muscle weakness, respiratory insufficiency and spasticity. The disease is usually fatal within 2-3 years and until now there is no cure. ALS patients are usually supported by a multidisciplinary team. One of the members of this team is the physical therapist. The aim of physical therapy might be to enhance or to preserve cardiovascular fitness and muscle strength. Some authors suggest, however, that a moderate to high intensive exercise programme might lead to overuse weakness (an undesired fast progression of muscle weakness). The primary objective of this study is therefore to investigate whether regular moderate to high intensity exercise program in ALS can maintain or optimize cardiorespiratory fitness and muscle strength. A secondary objective is to investigate whether such a programme leads to overuse weakness and if there is a positive influence on patient's disability, fatigue and quality of life.
|Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
|Behavioral: Intensive Controlled Exercise
|Phase 1 Phase 2
|Study Type:
|Study Design:
|Allocation: Randomized
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: Single
Primary Purpose: Treatment
|Official Title:
|The Effect of Intensive Controlled Exercise in the Early Stages of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Resource links provided by NLM:
Genetics Home Reference related topics: amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
MedlinePlus related topics: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Exercise and Physical FitnessU.S. FDA Resources
Further study details as provided by Radboud University:
Primary Outcome Measures:
- Cardiorespiratory fitness measured with Astrand submaximal test
Secondary Outcome Measures:
- Muscle Strength measured with MVIC (Maximum Voluntary Isometric Contraction)
- Functional status measured with ALS-FRS-r Rating scale
- Quality of life with ALS-AQ40 Questionnaire
- Fatigue measured with CIS Questionnaire
- Pulmonary function measured with FVC
|Estimated Enrollment:
|Study Start Date:
|March 2006
|Study Completion Date:
|December 2008
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years and older (Adult, Senior)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- Older dan 18 years Written Informed Consent Don't use walking adds such as a cane Patients must met El Escorial criteria for probable or definite ALS
Exclusion Criteria:
- Patients who are depending on intermittent or continuous mechanical ventilation Patients who are not able to understand and conform to the instructions Patients who already perform an exercise programme that can compare with our study Patients who have severe cardiopulmonary problems, DM or other problems concerning connective tissue.
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Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT00160004
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT00160004
|Department of Allied health Occupations, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre
|Nijmegen, Gelderland, Netherlands, 6500 HB
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Radboud University
|Principal Investigator:
|Marten Munneke, PhD
|Institute of Neurology, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre, The Netherlands
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|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT00160004 History of Changes
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|Study First Received:
|September 9, 2005
|Last Updated:
|June 5, 2009
Keywords provided by Radboud University:
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Motor Neuron Disease
Pathologic Processes
Neurodegenerative Diseases
Nervous System Diseases
Neuromuscular Diseases
Spinal Cord Diseases
Central Nervous System Diseases
TDP-43 Proteinopathies
Proteostasis Deficiencies
Metabolic Diseases
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Lia Ices, the Westport, CT bred singer-songwriter, has called New York's Hudson Valley her 'Out Of Office' for the past year and a half. She and her brother, Eliot, found a home in Livingston, NY, where Lia now spends most of time producing her new album, set to drop next spring. "I came up here with the sole purpose of writing and producing a psychedelic hip hop super pop album with my brother," Lia told us when we paid her an end-of-summer visit. She gave Marie Claire and exclusive look at the places and precious things (and furry critters) that help her escape the daily grind.
"I've always had a record player, but I've always wanted one with a walnut body…so this is a new addition and the speakers are my dad's from the '70s. All of my music is so, in a way, future music - software, applications, and so on — but this is still such a good way to listen to music…and, also, it's so fun to come up here and look for records — really rare records. I've been listening to Led Zeppelin a lot, and Muddy Waters, Electric Mud."
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BOINGO'S CLASSIC HALLOWEEN SHOWS LIVE AGAIN Throughout the '80 s and into the mid-'90 s, the musical highlight of the Halloween season were the series of Oingo Boingo concerts, usually performed at either the Verizon Amphitheatre (formerly Irvine Meadows) and the Gibson Amphitheatre (formerly the Universal Amphitheatre) in Universal City.
Alas, the band's breakup after a final Halloween gig at the Universal Amphitheatre in 1995 put an end to the tradition, until now.
In recent years, the band's longtime drummer Johnny Vatos has staged one-off Halloween shows here & there. However, this year, Johnny Vatos Boingo Dance Party, that features four former members (Vatos, saxman Sam "Sluggo" Phipps, keyboard player Doug "Legacy" Lacy and singer-keyboardist Carl Graves), and often includes that band's bassist John Avila and guitarist Steve Bartek, will play three gigs totally devoted to the music of Oingo Boingo this Halloween.
The band will play shows on Friday, Oct. 26, and Saturday, Oct. 27, at the spacious New Wave Restaurant & Bar in Bellflower. Then, the group will headline the "Day of the Dead" ("Dia de los Muertos") free concert at 9 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 at the historic Mariachi Plaza, 1817 E. First St., in Los Angeles (the Metrolink Gold Line station is right there for easy access from throughout the region).
Boingo fan Brent Richards of Garden Grove says, "The Vatos Boingo Dance Party band is incredible; they sound like Oingo Boingo because so many members were Oingo Boingo. It's a great thing seeing them continue their legacy and do the music of Danny Elfman proud."
Elfman's older brother Rick, who founded the group in 1972 when he called them The Mystic Knights of the Oingo Boingo, is a fan of this incarnation, attending several of the band's recent concerts.
ART GARFUNKEL A NO-SHOW Art Garfunkel was a no-show at two concerts in Sweden, reports the Associated Press. The 70-year-old singer had flown there, but evidently he and his staff turned around and flew home. He was set to headline the two "Night of the Proms" concerts that are a fusion of pop music and classical music in Goteborg and Malmo.
No reason for his sudden departure has yet surfaced. However, the singer, who has experienced vocal problems for the past two years, seemed uncertain and lacked confidence in his voice, said that show's organizer, who also noted that Garfunkel looked healthy.
PAUL SIMON ON "MORNING JOE" During an appearance on MSNBC's "Morning Joe," host Joe Scarborough, a highly knowledgeable rock and pop music fan, told Art Garfunkel's sometime partner, Paul Simon, that he recalled an interview Simon gave to Rolling Stone magazine in the '80 s.
During the interview, Simon was asked to name what he believed were the most important lyrics in music history, and Simon replied, "Be bop a lula, she's my baby. Be bop a lula, I don't mean maybe." Scarborough then asked the songwriter if he stood still by that. Simon laughed and said, "I may have been harboring a bit of antagonism toward that writer at the time."
GEORGE MICHAEL CANCELS AUSSIE TOUR English popster George Michael, fresh off a successful "Symphonica" European tour that features a full orchestra, as well as an appearance at the 2012 London Olympics Opening Ceremony, cancelled his upcoming Australian tour, citing "major anxiety," according to an announcement on his website.
The tour was set for Nov. 10 through Dec. 1.
The 49-year-old North London-born superstar is in the midst of the British leg of the "Symphonica" tour. He said he'll undergo treatment for his anxiety at the completion of this jaunt that will wrap on Oct. 17 at Earl's Court in London. He said his anxiety is the result of dealing with his near-fatal bout of pneumonia late last year when he was in a coma for three weeks and underwent a tracheotomy while hospitalized in Vienna.
Michael said his doctors advised him that returning to work too soon might bring on this condition. "They warned me." He continued, "I was wrong to think I could work my way through the major anxiety that has plagued me since I left Austria last December."
BEACH BOY AL JARDINE UPDATE A representative for Beach Boy singer-guitarist Al Jardine says the petition accredited to him and reported in hundreds of media outlets around the world, was, in fact, written by a fan, not Jardine, and posted on his Facebook page, according to Jardine's website director, Spud.
The petition that was posted on Jardine's Facebook page says, "To: Mike Love. In order to preserve the validity of 'The Beach Boys' as a whole, and not as a 'money saving, stripped down version' that contains 1 original member, and 1 member that joined in 1965, we ask you to reinstate the 3 other members to the touring group for your final years of performing. It's the right thing to do, and it's what the fans want."
The Beach Boys completed their successful 50 th anniversary Reunion Tour last weekend with two epic concerts in London.
UPCOMING WHITNEY HOUSTON TRIBUTE TV SPECIAL "We Will Always Love You: A Grammy Salute to Whitney Houston," will be taped Oct. 11 at the Nokia Theatre LIVE in downtown L.A. for an upcoming TV special.
Celine Dion, Usher and Jennifer Hudson are the first participating performers named with others to follow. Houston died of a cocaine-related accidental drowning in L.A. in February at age 48. The special will air Nov. 16 on CBS.
LED ZEP FILM TO HIT U.S. THEATERS "Celebration Day," the filmed documentary of Led Zeppelin's first complete concert in 27 years, at London's O2 Arena on Dec. 10, 2007, will hit American theaters beginning Oct. 9.
The film will have its U.S. premiere at the historic Ziegfield Theater in New York City. Immediately before that screening, the three surviving members of the band, bassist John Paul Jones, guitarist Jimmy Page and singer Robert Plant will hold a rare press conference at New York City's Museum of Modern Art. The trio held an equally rare press conference in London a couple of weeks ago to announce the film's DVD launch.
MORRISEY TALKS POSSIBLE NEXT ALBUM & SMITHS REUNION Former Smiths frontman, the often outspoken 53-year-old Englishman, Morrissey, says he's having trouble finding a record company to release his next album.
Morrissey told the U.K.'s Herald Sun, "We were ready to record the album 18 months ago, but there were no takers. I was recently approached by Sony, but the offer was so poor that I'd end up paying for everything with my own personal finances, yet splitting the profits with the label."
Regarding a reunion with his band that hung it up a quarter-century ago, in 1987, Smiths' guitarist Johnny Marr told NME that it wouldn't happen.
The 48-year-old Marr, who briefly joined Chrissie Hynde and The Pretenders in 1987, long enough to record a single with them, recently remastered The Smiths catalog of albums sans the assistance of the other members that also included drummer Mike Joyce and bassist Andy Rourke, in addition to Morrissey.
The reaction concerning a Smiths reunion from Morrissey's camp was, "The Smiths are never, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever going to reunite - ever," says the singer's publicist. Morrissey kicks off his latest U.S. tour in Boston on Friday. The tour includes a show at the Staples Center in downtown L.A. on Nov. 24.
EDDIE VEDDER & NATALIE MAINES RECORD SINGLE Pearl Jam singer Eddie Vedder and Dixie Chicks lead singer Natalie Maines, who has pretty much been retired since 2007, teamed up to record a live version of X leader John Doe's "Golden State," that's available for download on iTunes and on Pearl Jam's website. The duo recorded the song to note the one-year anniversary of the release from prison of the West Memphis Three, whose 1994 conviction for the triple murder of three boys was marked by controversy. The song was recorded two years ago at the West Memphis Three Rally in Little Rock, Ark. Proceeds benefit the WM3 Freedom Fund.
JON ANDERSON & LARRY CORYELL GUEST Former Yes singer Jon Anderson and jazz fusion guitarist Larry Coryell guest on the new spiritually-infused album, "Lizard's Tale," from jazz fusion guitarist Dennis Haklar. Anderson sings on several tracks and, in addition to Coryell, Haklar's band includes a couple of other noted jazz fusion guys, fretless bassist Mark Egan, who played in The Pat Metheny Group in the late '70 s, and drummer Thierry Arpino, known for his work with violinist extraordinaire Jean-Luc Ponty.
JOHN TRAVOLTA & OLIVA NEWTON-JOHN RECORDING NEW ALBUM Nearly 35 years after "Grease" became an all-time classic musical, the film's stars John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John have reteamed to record a holiday album, "This Christmas," benefitting the Jett Travolta Foundation and the Olivia Newton-John Cancer & Wellness Center.
Of the CD, Travolta is quoted by MusicFix at NineMSN.com as saying, "I wanted people to be able to play it around the house or in the car during the holidays, and make us part of your celebration."
The album that will be released Nov. 13, is also rumored to include Barbara Streisand, Tony Bennett, Kenny G and English pop singing legend Sir Cliff Richard.
TONY BENNETT & LADY GAGA TO RECORD ALBUM Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga, who cut a copy of Rodgers and Hart's "The Lady is a Tramp" together last summer, are going to record a jazz album together, the 86-year-old Bennett told Rolling Stone. "She called me from New Zealand and said 'I want to do a jazz album with you.' And I said, 'You got it.'" He said sessions will begin as soon as possible and added that they'll use arranger Marion Evans and "a big swing band." Bennett's latest CD, "Viva Duets," featuring him singing with such Latin stars as Marc Anthony, Christina Aguilera, Gloria Estefan, and Vicente Fernandez, comes out Oct. 23.
LORETTA LYNN'S 50 th AT THE OPRY Loretta Lynn celebrated the 50 th anniversary of her joining Nashville's Grand Ole Opry with help from host and Opry vet Bill Anderson, her sister Crystal Gayle, the oldest Opry member Little Jimmy Dickens, Lee Ann Womack, as well as young 'uns Trace Atkins, Miranda Lambert and her side outfit, The Pistol Annies, reports the Boot. Lynn and the crowd were read messages of congratulations from Charlie Daniels, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Rascal Flatts and others. The evening ended with Lambert and her Pistol Annies, Gayle and Womack joining the 80-year-old Lynn, who told the standing room only crowd that she still gets butterflies whenever she takes the Opry stage, in singing her trademark song, "Coal Miner's Daughter."
GEORGE STRAIT TO RETIRE FROM TOURING Country superstar George Strait, holder of the record for more No. 1 hits on any chart than any other recording artist in history with 59, announced that he'll retire from touring after one more go-round next year, the singer announced at a press conference in Nashville. The 60-year-old's 40-city tour, dubbed The Cowboy Rides Away, kicks off Jan. 18 in Lubbock, Tex., and includes a Feb. 2 date at the MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas. No SoCal dates have bee announced.
BLONDIE'S LIVE YOUTUBE SHOW Blondie will perform a free live concert on Oct. 10 available on YouTube's LIVE STREAM link. The group will perform all their biggies and participate in a Q&A session with fans in attendance at the YouTube Studios in New York City. See www.youtube.com/presents.
PROC0 L HARUM BOOK Numerous books have been written about legendary British rockers Procol Harum. "Procol Harum: The Ghosts Of a Whiter Shade of Pale" by Henry Scott Irvine can be added to the list when it's published on Oct. 15.
The bio includes recent interviews with former and current members including guitarists Robin Trower, Dave Ball and Mick Grabham, as well as bassist-organist Chris Copping, keyboardist-songwriter Matthew Fisher, lyricist Keith Reid and the band's founder and leader, singer-pianist-songwriter Gary Brooker.
Procol Harum's 1967 single, "A Whiter Shade of Pale," is one of only a handful of singles to sell more than
10 million copies and is the most played record by a British recording artist in the last 70 years.
GINGER BAKER DOCUMENTARY "Beware of Mr. Baker," a new documentary on Ginger Baker, the legendary oft-temperamental drummer for Cream, Blind Faith and the all-star contingent Ginger Baker's Air Force in the '60 s, is making the rounds at film fests around the world, including London and Vancouver, and the SXSW Film Fest in Austin, Tex., where it won Best Documentary. Among those featured in the film are his former Cream and Blind Faith bandmate Eric Clapton, fellow Cream bandmate Jack Bruce, fellow Blind Faith and Air Force mate Steve Winwood, organist Brian Auger, Denny Laine, Sex Pistols and PiL frontman John Lydon, Carlos Santana and Nigerian jazz saxman Femi Kuti.
Also featured are drummers Carmine Appice of Vanilla Fudge, Simon Kirke of Free and Bad Company, Stuart Copeland of The Police, Nick Mason of Pink Floyd, Neal Peart of Rush, Marky Ramone of The Ramones, Chad Smith of The Red Hot Chili Peppers and Jon Hiseman of jazz-rockers Colosseum.
RECENT PASSINGS Irishman Lou Martin, keyboardist in fellow Irishman, blues-rock guitarist Rory Gallagher's band, died in Dorset, England at age 63 after a series of strokes and a lengthy battle with cancer. Martin was with Gallagher throughout the '70 s and played on numerous Gallagher LPs, including the highly regarded "Blueprint," "Tattoo, "Against the Grain" "Calling Card" and the live 2-LP, "Irish Tour '74."
Johnny Perez, longtime drummer with '60 s Texas band, The Sir Douglas Quintet, died in a Los Angeles hospital at age 69 from complications of cirrhosis of the liver. He performed on the band's biggest hits, "She's About a Mover," that reached No. 13 on the Billboard Top 40 in 1965 and "Mendocino," a No. 27 hit in December 1968.
NEW RELEASES Among the recently released albums, digital reissues and deluxe box sets are "Remember" from Mickey Dolenz that sees him cover some of his Monkees hits such as "Randy Scrouse Git" and "Sometime In The Morning," as well as "Ole Fashioned Love Song" and "Sugar, Sugar," that song producer Don Kirschner offered him before offering them, respectively, to Three Dog Night and Ron Dante and The Archies; "Glad Rag Doll" from jazz singer-pianist Diana Krall; "The 2 nd Law," from spacey English alt rockers Muse and "Born To Sing: No Plan B," the first studio album in four years from former Them frontman Van Morrison.
Also "Fanatic," the 14 th studio album since 1975 from Ann and Nancy Wilson and their band Heart; "The Connection," the eighth studio album in 15 years from Vacaville hard rockers Papa Roach; "Sounds That Can't Be Made," the 17 th studio album since 1983 from Buckinghamshire, England progressive rockers Marillion; "35 Years the Definitive Shoes Collection 1977-2012" from Illinois power pop band Shoes; "Romance," an album recorded in 1985 by David Cassidy that is getting its first U.S. release; a 2-CD import, "Never Mind the Bollocks Here's The Sex Pistols: Deluxe Edition;" "The Complete Laurie Singles (2-CD)" from doo-wop pioneer Dion; and an import, "Hard to Handle: Black America Sings Otis Redding," featuring 25 covers performed by the likes of Percy Sledge, Aretha Franklin, William Bell, Buddy Miles, Irma Thomas, Clarence Carter, Arthur Conley, Lou Rawls, The Staples Singer, Etta James, James & Bobby Purify and others.
Sony Legacy released its "The Classic Christmas Album," a series of albums from Elvis Presley, Willie Nelson, Luther Vandross, Kenny G, John Denver and Barry Manilow.
Box sets include a discount priced series, "5 Classic Albums," from Soundgarden, Jimmy Buffett, Kiss, Elton John, and E.L.O.
NOW PLAYING Classic acts from the '50 s, '60 s and '70 s continue to perform. Here's what one of them is doing.
As frontman for TV's fictitious family pop group, "The Partridge Family," for four seasons on ABC in the early '70 s, David Cassidy was a teen idol who racked up millions of real-life album and singles sales. As Keith Partridge, teenage singer for the group, he scored seven Top 40 pop and adult contemporary hits, beginning with the group's debut single, "I Think I Love You," in 1970 that went to No. 1 on the pop chart here and in Canada.
The Partridge Family's first four albums went Top 10 and albums five and six reached No. 18 and 21 respectively.
However, their seventh album, "The Partridge Family Notebook," from late 1972, only hit No. 41 and its eighth, "Crossword Puzzle" from 1973, died at No. 163 and the ninth, "Bulletin Board," also from 1973, hit No. 124 on the adult contemporary chart and failed to chart at all on Billboard's pop album chart and the group's run was over. The TV show was cancelled after its final episode ran on Mar. 23, 1974.
He then launched a solo career that saw him score a No. 15 LP here with "Cherish." In the U.K., he was more successful, releasing two albums that hit No. 2, including "Cherish," and two others that hit No. 20 and 22 respectively.
As a singles artist, he scored four Top 40 singles in 1972 during the TV show's run. His solo career in Britain saw nine of his singles reach the Top 10 from 1972-1985.
The truth is that Cassidy never wanted teen idol stardom. He wanted Jimi Hendrix-style (who he idolized) stardom, i.e., genuine rocker cred.
That didn't happen, so over the past few decades he's come to accept his former teen idol stature and he forged a highly successful career, that includes extensive music theater, including runs on Broadway and London's version of Broadway, the West End. In the '90 s, he replaced Michael Crawford in the dazzling Las Vegas show, "EFX," where, with complete creative control, he retooled the extravaganza, adding and cutting tunes and turning it into one of the most popular shows on the Strip.
Now, a still youthful 62, Cassidy continues to perform concerts, delighting fans of "The Partridge Family" and of his solo career. This weekend, he's got concerts in Ashville, N.C. and Alexandria, Va., across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. Next month, he'll headline in Britain in a revue, "The Once In A Lifetime Tour," that also features English singer-songwriter Leo Sayer and British pop band Hot Chocolate.
Steve Smith writes a new Classic Pop, Rock and Country Music News column every week. It can be read in its entirety on www.presstelegram.com. Like, recommend or share the column on Facebook. Contact him by email at firstname.lastname@example.com.


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MANSFIELD — About midway through the third quarter of Friday's game, it looked like a lead Liberty Christian worked so hard to build was on the verge of evaporating, endangering the Lady Warriors' chances of moving on to the TAPPS Class 5A state championship game.
A few offensive putbacks from Houston St. Agnes' Lexi Onigbanjo quickly cut a 13-point halftime deficit to just eight points before Liberty responded like it has so many times this season, and the Lady Warriors rolled to a 68-52 win.
"That's what we've done a good job of during the district season," seventh-year Liberty coach Ken Burroughs said. "Someone would make a run, we stop the run and then go another run."
Burroughs chalked the Lady Tigers' brief comeback effort up to a mental error on the part of his team, but it was quickly fixed.
"We got confused on what we were doing defensively and didn't box out," he said. "I knew they rebounded well, and it was just one of those things where we had a momentary lapse of what we were doing. The good thing is we can turn it around, run the floor and make up for the mistakes."
The Lady Warriors (25-14), No. 10 in the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches' large private schools poll, went on two 10-0 runs — one in the second quarter and one in the third — which was the difference in the game against No. 3 St. Agnes (31-9).
"We were just kind of not pumped yet [before the second-quarter run] and then we made a run and it kept adding up," freshman guard Hannah Hand said. "We had so much momentum and we started to feel it. It was fun out there."
For Hand, it was a lot of fun. The freshman, whose twin sister, Rebekah, is the Lady Warriors' leading scorer on the season, is finally starting to hit her stride after a broken foot forced her to miss more than two months of practice and games before she made her return Jan. 8.
During that second quarter that pushed the Lady Warriors' lead from four points to 14, Hannah Hand scored nine of her 12 points.
"It was hard at first just trying to get my movement back in my foot, but I'm pretty sure I'm all the way back now," she said.
The Lady Warriors are back in the 5A final for the seventh time in eight years — after being eliminated in the first round last season — after Rebekah Hand scored a game-high 17 points to lead five Lady Warriors in double figures. Post player RayVon Christian scored 14 while point guard Sydney Goodson added 11 and post Kendall Ellig chipped in 10.
The Lady Warriors move on to face Plano John Paul II in the state championship game at 4 p.m. today at Mansfield Legacy. John Paul II beat Plano Prestonwood 42-35 in Friday's earlier semifinal and defeated Liberty twice during TAPPS 1-5A play, by five and four points, respectively.
That second loss is still a thorn in Liberty's side after it blew a big lead midway through the third quarter.
Burroughs didn't even wait until the question was finished being asked in regard to what had to be different in today's championship game to see his team come out on top against John Paul II in their third meeting this season.
"Finish it," Burroughs interjected. "We didn't finish the last time we were there. We were up 15 with three minutes gone in the third quarter and lost by four. We have to finish the deal."
If they do, Hannah Hand knows a special high school career could be in store for her, her twin sister, Goodson and Ellig — all freshman starters.
"It is hard to wrap my mind around," Hannah Hand said of the four freshman starters being one win away from a state title. "But it's awesome that we still have three more years left. We're playing for our seniors this year."
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Liberty 68, Houston St. Agnes 52
St. Agnes 11 13 10 18 — 52
Liberty Christian 15 22 15 16 — 68
St. Agnes (31-9) — Corinne Kelly 3, Shea Silvernail 2, Ava Ring 3, Marissa English 10, Danielle Wilson 6, Crystal Ike 6, Michelle Nwokedi 12, Lexi Onigbanjo 10.
Liberty Christian (25-14) — Rebekah Hand 17, Syndey Goodson 11, Hannah Hand 12, RayVon Christian 14, Maggie Quam 2, Kendall Ellig 10, Alexis Abbott 2.


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Offensive line has been a need for the Utes as they put together the final pieces of the recruiting class of 2013. The Utes got help on the line in a big way over the weekend as they landed a commitment from Salesi Uhatafe, a 6-foot-5 inch, 300 pound offensive tackle out of Trinity High School (Euless, Texas).
Uhatafe committed to the Utes at the end of an official visit that convinced him that Utah was the place he wanted to be. "I liked everything about the visit. There was nothing that I didn't like. The best part was probably just getting to hang out with all of the players and seeing how close they are. It's a good family environment at Utah and I could picture myself there," Uhatafe said.
Uhatafe was hosted on his trip by former high school teammate Hiva Lutui. "Hiva was just laid back about it. He wasn't trying to persuade me to commit. He just told me to have a good time, and he was cool about it. He answered a lot of questions about the offensive line coach," he said.
The trip gave Uhatafe the opportunity to sit down at length with Utah offensive line coach Dan Finn and learn about how the Utes plan to use him. "Coach Finn is real cool. I could tell that he's a good coach from what players are telling me. He knows what he's talking about at the end of the day and he seemed like he was being true about what he was saying," he said. "The coaches told me that they're looking at me as a tackle, and that I have a good chance to get a spot on the roster. I like their scheme because they take a lot of work from their tackles and keep it simple in the gameplan. Also, just being around those guys that have experience is going to help me out a lot."
Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham also made a strong impression on Uhatafe, who "He's cool too. He was real excited when I told him I was committed. He told me what [my commitment] means to program. He's a real cool guy. He has a real strong goals and wants all of his athletes to graduate, and that's something that I admire. He cares more about his players off field than on the field," he explained.
Despite his commitment, Uhatafe is still getting attention from other schools, most notably Texas Tech, who are trying to get him to set up an official visit. However, Uhatafe isn't sure he wants to take other trips after making his commitment. "I think I'm done, but we'll see. I might have one more visit lined up next week to Texas Tech," he said.


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Get an overview of this hotelDowntown Dallas high-rise with convention space
Popular property highlights
Heart of downtown
A $90 million remodel highlights this business-friendly hotel, located in the Dallas Arts District, 2 blocks from the Majestic Theater, 8 blocks from the Dallas Convention Center, and 1 mi from the American Airlines Center.
Convention hotel
This Dallas hotel has a 230,000-square-foot conference and exposition center with wireless Internet access; a health club includes cardio machines and an outdoor lap pool.
Work and relaxation
All 1,840 guestrooms at this Sheraton offer high-speed Internet access, roomy work desks, premium channels, pay movies with video games, Garden Botanika bath products, and city views.
Guest Highlights
- Central location
- Onsite bar
- Clean guestrooms
- Comfy beds
Sheraton Dallas Hotel
Hotel Amenities
Hotel Amenities
Built in 1959 and extensively renovated in 2009, the Sheraton Dallas hotel offers fine dining, leisure and business services for visitors to the Dallas area.
The 230,000-square-foot International Conference and Exposition Center includes five ballrooms (one is 41,000 square feet) and can accommodate up to 4,000 attendees. There is wireless Internet access throughout (surcharge). The hotel's staffed business center has six computers with high-speed Internet connections (surcharge), office supplies, and administrative and shipping services.
The hotel has an airy 24-hour health club with cardio equipment, weight and universal machines, and men's and women's locker rooms. This hotel also offers a billiards room and an outdoor lap pool complete with day beds. A golf driving range and golf lessons are available nearby.
A roundtrip airport shuttle service is available upon request for an additional fee. Guests can also take advantage of onsite covered parking (surcharge) and a limo/town car service. There is also parking available nearby (surcharge). A safe deposit box is available at the front desk. Wheelchair-accessible guestrooms are available upon request.
Please note that this is a smoke-free property and violators may be fined.
- Outdoor pool
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Bar/lounge
- Coffee shop or café
- Business center
- Meeting rooms
- Conference space
- 24-hour front desk
- Total number of rooms - 1,840
- Porter/bellhop
- Express check-out
- Multilingual staff
- ATM/banking
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Laundry facilities
- Elevator/lift
- Number of floors - 38
- Conference space size (feet) - 230,000
- Valet parking (surcharge)
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Wedding services
- Express check-in
- 24-hour fitness facilities
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Billiards or pool table
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Free WiFi
- Free wired Internet
- Limo or Town Car service available
- Poolside bar
- Luggage storage
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Long-term parking (surcharge)
- Year Built 1959
- Number of restaurants - 2
- Conference space size (meters) - 21368
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Smoke-free property
- Number of buildings/towers - 3
- Television in common areas
Family Friendly Amenities
- Family Hotel
- Outdoor pool
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laundry facilities
- Refrigerator (on request)
- Microwave (on request)
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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired Internet
Long-term parking (surcharge), Self parking (surcharge), Valet parking (surcharge)
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- Premium TV channels
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- Pay movies
- Premium bedding
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Air conditioning
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free local calls
- Coffee/tea maker
- Refrigerator (on request)
- Microwave (on request)
- Private bathroom
- Designer toiletries
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- Iron/ironing board
- In-room safe
- Desk
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- Cable TV service
- Daily housekeeping
- Bathrobes
- Room service (limited hours)
- Pillowtop mattress
- Plasma TV
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- Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
- WiFi (surcharge)
- Wired Internet access (surcharge)
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The Kitchen Table Restaurant and Lounge - Located off the main lobby, this restaurant offers "authentic American" favorites, ranging from mouthwatering breakfast selections to nutritiously filling entreés such as coffee-rubbed short ribs and chicken-fried pot roast. Seasonal menu available. Open for breakfast (6:30 AM to 11:00 AM), lunch, and dinner.
Peet's Coffee & Tea - Beverages, pastries, and snacks. Open early morning until mid-afternoon.
Chill - Dessert bar located on the north end of the lobby level. Open daily from late morning to mid-afternoon.
Draft Media Sports Lounge - A 4,000-square-foot world-of-sports nirvana, featuring 12 flavors of local and international draft beers and signature menu items. Open for lunch and dinner.
Nearby Things to Do
The hotel has a health club with cardio equipment, weight and universal machines, and men's and women's locker rooms. There are two saunas and an outdoor lap pool. The Plaza of the Americas, located across the street from the hotel, has an indoor public ice arena.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or near the hotel in the Dallas area; fees may apply.
- Golfing nearby
- Golf lessons available nearby
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them at check-out when you book your room.
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- Roll-in shower
Hotel Policies
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age is 21
Check-out time is noon
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Children and extra beds
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- Kids stay free! Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
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- Pets allowed with a deposit of USD 50 per stay
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- Breakfast fee: USD 20 per person (approximately)
- Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 14.95 per night (rates may vary)
- Fee for in-room wired Internet: USD 13.95 per day (rates may vary)
- Self parking fee: USD 23.00 per night (in/out privileges)
- Valet parking fee: USD 31.00 per day (in/out privileges)
- Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
- Refrigerator fee: USD 20 per stay
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Everything's RelativeThese brain teasers rely on your ability to recognize groups of common attributes. For each of these puzzles you'll need to figure out why the words or letters are grouped as they are. Sometimes you will be asked to pick the odd-one-out or to place a new word into the correct group.
Find the word that precedes or follows four of the five words in each group below. Then, find the bonus word that precedes or follows the five words you've eliminated. (One from each group)
1. Bean, milk, chamber, nurse, bar
2. Case, flag, pattern, tube, pilot
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4. Ball, theme, trailer, double, may
5. Cat, lily, shark, ski, moth
Answer1. Maid (milk-maid, chamber-maid, nurse-maid, bar-maid)
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Storms draw something out of us that Calm Seas don't.
Storms draw something out of us that Calm Seas don't.
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A Story of Faith in the Storm: Victims maintain faith after Rice tornado destroys home. Some days I struggle feeling overwhelmed I'm sure you know what I mean. Just when I think I've come to the end of my rope I read a story like this and fell the urge to tie on 10 more knots because if this family can set this kind of example for the world so can I.
No more than half a dozen homes in this Navarro County community were damaged by the tornado that touched down early Sunday evening, and there were no serious injuries reported.
Tom High was just outside of his sister's home when he felt the wind… heard the fury… then turned around and saw the funnel cloud. He and his sister, Sonia Butler, barely had enough time to do what they'd always been told: Get to the bathroom and cover up. Sonia's husband, Raymond Butler, did not make it that far. But he somehow picked the only room in the house that was still intact for his shelter. "I just got down on my knees and said, 'Lord be with us.'" The rest of Butler's house; his two barns; his trucks; a trailer; and a giant pecan tree were all demolished by the twister.
But then, we heard him say this:"It bypassed my daughter's grave," Butler said. "It didn't even touch my daughter's grave." Sharla Butler, who had been a track star at Lancaster High School, died last year at age 16 suffering a form of encephalitis. What's more, both Raymond and Sonia Butler lost their mothers in the past few months. As if such a tremendous losses were not enough, now this. But it is not enough to knock down Raymond Butler. "I'm going to say this," he said defiantly, standing in the midst of the debris of his home. "Satan, where's your best punch at? Because it still hasn't affected me yet."
"When the storms of life come, the wicked are whirled away,but the godly have a lasting foundation." Proverbs 10:24-26 (KVUE)
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It's Red Ribbon Week! Talk to Your Kids and 'Blackout in a Can': Alcoholic Energy Drinks Keep Wreaking Havoc (healthland.com)
You've probably seen it in gas stations or convenience stores. A tall aluminum can emblazoned with graffiti-inspired lettering, looks just like an energy drink — which it is. More specifically, it's one of the beverage industry's newest alcoholic energy drinks, and it's recently been implicated in some incidents of drunkenness and brutal criminality that made the news. The effect of combining a stimulant (caffeine) with a depressant (alcohol)? You get drunker than you think you are. the public health expert Ken Briggs says, "You have a wide awake drunk who may not feel the warning signs of dangerous drinking such as the important subjective effects of tiredness and loss of coordination, which are good signals that it's time to shut it down and stop drinking,"
That helps explain why the drinks seems to be causing so much trouble. This month, nine female Central Washington University (CWU) students were sent to the hospital from a house party after a night spent drinking Four Loko. Based on the women's behavior before hospitalization, students, reporters and police speculated that the women had been given a date rape drug. But now, the police say overconsumption of Four Loko caused the women's illness, leading them to have blood alcohol contents from .123 to .335 (for reference, the legal limit for driving is .08 and anything over .3 can be lethal).
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The Met Office are warning of 'Violent Storm Force 11' winds today as the latest storm barrels into the South West.
The gales are due to a "vigorous" area of low pressure accompanied by a "swathe of southwesterly gales across many areas which may be severe in places". Winds will veer more westerly later on Wednesday.
The Met Office says the first peak in the winds is likely over southern and southwest England around the middle of Wednesday.
Winds on Lundy, off the North Devon coast could reach Force 12, hurricane force, with huge waves, driving spray, greatly reducing visibility, severe widespread damage to vegetation and structures and debris and unsecured objects hurled about.
However Cornwall and Devon look to avoid the very worst, with the main swathe of even stronger and potentially damaging winds crossing parts of Wales then northern England later in the day.
The public should be prepared for the the risk of disruption to transport and possibly also power supplies. In addition, large waves are likely to affect some coasts.
The warning has been updated to as gust speeds have also been increased a little.
The Met Office's chief forecaster said: "Initially, southern and southwestern counties of England are likely to see southerly gales with gusts of 60-70 mph, perhaps 80 mph on the south coast for a brief period.
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Nemo wrote:but are you sure he is the right Tulku?
That is in center to all questions ... even to all TB ... even to all Buddhism
Nemo wrote:but are you sure he is the right Tulku?
Nemo wrote:Having read the article he sounds very young. Talking about living a good life by chasing money and saying "Samsara is beautiful". Doesn't he have any older wiser friends?
I can say he will think completely differently when he is 40. I have no idea about his credentials but are you sure he is the right Tulku?
YesheDron'May wrote:He is absolutely the right Tulku I have a picture of his predecessor and saw him as a very young boy and it was EASY to see the old man shinning out of the little boys eyes , its definitely him .
Save your pity for yourself. I explained my assessment of your article. Like it, lump it or ignore it. As for my root lama, at least he does not effect my mind to the degree of making completely unfounded accusations. Is that what your root lama asked of you?awildeb wrote:Your saying my article is 'crap' doesn't offend me. However, that's not an argument, more an emotional insult. If that's the effect that Buddhism and your root lama has had on your mind then I feel sorry for you.
The title was "Enlightened Tantric Yogi? Or Abusive, Capitalist Con Artist?", so one may excuse my knee-jerk reaction to such sensationalist crap, especially since you do not even deal with or justify the accusation. And you are right, the title is representative of the subject of the whole article: unfounded sensationalism. And if, as you claim, the article was not an analysis of Kalu Rinpoche but spiritual teachers in general then it should have been plural and does not require the first question mark, there should be a comma in its place.As for being 'slapped with a lawsuit', I say go ahead sue me. There is nothing in the article I am not willing to defend in a court. I have never accused Kalu Rinpoche of lying or being a fraud either. That's just your kneejerk reaction/projection to the title. The title was my idea, not the editors, but it was representative of the subject of the whole article, which is not just about Kalu Rinpoche, but about spiritual teachers in general who display apparently dubious conduct, ethics etc. and what advice students can follow in such a situation. It wasn't just about Kalu's allegations either but about his conduct and posts on social media as well.
I read the article twice. Not because it was interesting or relevant, but because I thought I may have missed something since the title had no relation whatsoever with the content.Read my article again carefully before you start flinging untrue accusations at me too...
Who's limiting your freedom of speech? You wrote an article lacking credence and evidence and some people here criticised it. Why are you being so defensive? Instead of lashing out why don't you just provide evidence and convince us of the veracity of your opinion? Anyway, sensationalist slander is not covered by freedom of speech.Why do you seek to limit my freedom of speech in any case? What are you so fearful of? That someone might agree with me and question the motivation and conduct of your teacher as well? That's called freedom of expression my friend. Something many people have fought long and hard for.
Who accused you of what? Are you representing one of the accused?The accused do deserve and should be able to demand a right to respond and defend themselves as well. If you had been accused of such a thing on Youtube, wouldn't you seek to defend yourself? Whether or not the accuser is wealthy, powerful and a Tibetan lama. This is what justice is about, all are equal before the eyes of the law. It does't matter whether you accept his word on faith or not. That's not just or fair, sorry. That's not calling anyone a liar, just demanding justice for all.
Why don't you go ask the Dalai Lama, the 17th Karmapa, Tai Situ Rinpoche etc...? If they are silent on the issue why don't you take it as an example of what you should be doing? You are smarter than them?Let's not forget his is not just the accused who have been put on public trial without a defence, this is an allegation has put the Tibetan monastic system itself on trial without a defence too, watch Kalu Rinpoche's video again, for his comments about the tulku system etc. The responses on social media and internet by westerners stating that the Tibetan monastic system is as bad as the Catholic Church etc. are outrageous and potentially slanderous too. Where are the public statements from the Dalai Lama, the 17th Karmapa, Tai Situ Rinpoche etc. on Kalu's allegations? Isn't their silence saying something? Why are you not demanding that they respond/support Kalu? Could it be because they don't agree with his Youtube method of dealing with this either?
Buddhism is not a cult based on blind faith, your comments make it sound like one. Please don't for all our sakes.
Why don't you go ask the Dalai Lama, the 17th Karmapa, Tai Situ Rinpoche etc...?
wisdom wrote:The problem is suppression of the sexual energies. Thats a huge topic in itself, but its not just in Buddhism, its also a problem in Catholicism.
reg wrote:Yeah, I'm not sure that any religious tradition has managed to deal with human sexuality in an entirely realistic or healthy manner.
Greek Orthodox Christianity has a, mainly, non-celibate clergy. It's only after a certain level in the non-monastic hierarchy that one needs to be celibate. Even then one is not required to live in retreat/monastic dwellings. Anyway, by the time you get to advance that far up the hierarchy sex starts to become a bit of a non-issue.reg wrote:Yeah, I'm not sure that any religious tradition has managed to deal with human sexuality in an entirely realistic or healthy manner.
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skillful klesha wrote:I have never met a tulku that was NOT extremely screwed up.
skillful klesha wrote:I am certain that you have met at least one extremely screwed up tulku, you were just unaware my friend.
skillful klesha wrote:I have never met a tulku that was NOT extremely screwed up.
It must be horrendous karma from "enlightened" practice in past lives.
Mr. G wrote:reg wrote:Yeah, I'm not sure that any religious tradition has managed to deal with human sexuality in an entirely realistic or healthy manner.
I think so. Non-monastic Vajrayana and Dzogchenpas.
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Protect yourself from a potential 289 percent tax increase on certain income
Obamacare and the soon-to-expire Bush tax laws could mean a huge tax increase for some Americans under certain circumstances – as much as a 289 percent increase on dividend income. Roth conversions may deliver some protection for investors.
On Thursday, June 28, the US Supreme Court voted 5-4 to uphold President Obama's healthcare reforms. I don't want to get embroiled in the politics of this decision. I am here to let you know how it can affect your future wealth.
Effective Jan. 1, 2013, our existing tax laws, based on the 2001 EGTRRA laws put into effect by President Bush, will be expiring. This will cause the top tax bracket to increase to 39 percent and will have a major effect on the taxation of investment income. This was bound to happen eventually; taxes never stay stagnant for long in this country. What is different about this change is that these taxes will be going even higher due to the new healthcare laws.
Congress has decided the best way to pay for the healthcare reform is by adding a 3.8 percent surtax on the top earners' net investment income. These changes could be huge for some people, especially those whose income is derived from investment earnings.
Sounds like a lot of our retirees might be hit with some surprising tax increases.
According to the IRS, we will see long-term capital gains go from a tax of 15 percent all the way up to 23.8 percent, a 60 percent increase. Interest income tax will go from 35 percent to 43.4 percent, and short term capital gains will go from 35 percent up to 43.3 percent.
However, the biggest change is in qualified dividend income. That will rise an astounding 289 percent, from 15 percent to 43.4 percent. Again this is largely due to the expiration of the Bush tax cuts, along with the additional 3.8 percent surtax.
The government loves to shroud our overall tax increases in increments that look smaller than the total. They say, "We are only instituting a 3.8 percent surtax," but this surtax could equate to as much as a 25 percent increase for people in the 15 percent bracket. Don't be fooled.
So how can you protect yourself from this? The good news first: Income from your retirement plans will not be subject to the additional surtax. However, this income can increase your MAGI (modified adjusted gross income), thereby causing your other investment income to bear the brunt of the additional taxes.
In my opinion, an effective option is to convert your IRAs into Roth IRAs. Because earnings in a Roth IRA grow tax-deferred (and distributions can be completely tax-free if certain conditions are met), a conversion now will protect future distributions from the higher taxes, while having no effect on your current MAGI.
As I always say, do not attempt this without first consulting your financial advisor and your tax professional. Converting too much of your IRA in one year can cause you to pay unnecessary taxes now. Let the professionals put a multi-year plan together to help keep your taxes lower throughout your conversion stage.
Joe Wirbick is the President of the Lancaster, PA financial services firm Sequinox. Joe specializes in retirement planning and distribution. This allows him to concentrate on developing strategies that help address the unique issues that confront retirees and those approaching retirement.
Tax advice provided for informational purposes only. Tax returns should be completed in conjunction with a qualified tax professional. Sequinox Financial and JWC/JRAG do not offer tax advice and are not affiliated. Mr. Wirbick is an Investment Advisor Representative offering advisory services through Jonathan Roberts Advisory Group, Inc. (JRAG) and securities through J.W. Cole Financial, Inc. (JWC) Member FINRA/SIPC. The opinions expressed are those of Mr. Wirbick and based on information believed to be reliable but not guaranteed and subject to change and do not necessarily reflect the position of JWC/JRAG. JWC/JRAG and Sequinox are unaffiliated independent entities.


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Cedar Creek scenic wooded lot, walking distance from North Schuylkill High School and North Schuylkill Elementary. Quiet newly developed neighborhood. Public sewage, water and underground electric ran to property line. Build package available starting at $185,000.00. Built to suit. Agent is relative of Seller. See additional photos for lot locations. Mailing Address Continued: Ashland
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Weekend fundraisers collected more than $10,000 for the family of a 12-year-old Wilmington boy who died suddenly at home, a family member said Monday.
Sandra Torres thanked donors who attended a car wash, a movie night and other programs scheduled in response to the death of her nephew, Gregory Martinez, on Nov. 4.
"I'm just so overjoyed and proud to be a part of a community that is filled with so much love and support, not only Wilmington, but also our surrounding cities: Carson, San Pedro, Lomita, Long Beach, Torrance," Torres said.
"Residents from all around came together and showed their support for this. We are ever so blessed and grateful. There is no doubt that Gregory is up in heaven smiling down upon us feeling like a `king.'
Gregory, a seventh-grader at Wilmington Middle School, was found lifeless in the bathtub at home. His father tried to revive him with cardiopulmonary resuscitation until paramedics arrived.
He was pronounced dead at County Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Coroner's officials determined that Gregory drowned. It's possible he had suffered an epileptic seizure.
One of 13 children ages 3 to 18, Gregory played football and baseball with the Wilmington-Carson Pilots, a youth program that scheduled the weekend fundraisers.
Visitation is set for 5-8 p.m. Thursday at All Souls Mortuary in Long Beach. Services are set for 10 a.m. Friday at Holy Family Catholic Church in Wilmington.
Donations can continue to be made at http://bit.ly/T0Gj8W.
"I started this fundraising page for the family and I'm truly amazed at how much support we're getting and how much people are grieving with the family," friend Socorro Sisneros said.
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these three best stations out there IMO
monkey radio - downbeat ( excelent for coding )dr-yo - avant garde, alternative, 70's punkWFMU - a very cool radio station located in new jersey
any more recomendations ???
Radio 2. It has a great variety. Based in the UK, it's actually a normal radio station. Mostly a mixture of oldies and newer stuff. Nothing heavy.
http://www.live365.com/index.live used to be my favourite "radio stations" until it became commercial which makes it suck now. But i'm going to try the ones you listed. they seem nice enough.
You sure can't beat Radio 2. I still haven't decided whether Terry Wogan is funny, or not...
hardtrance over there. just bought my 4th cd from their playlist (they play whole cd's, thats great to get a full impression).
still searching some of the cd's they played.. great stuff on there..
anubis: YOU LISTEN TO MONKEY RADIO?!?
in addition to monkey radio, i dig:
beat blender groove salad
both are down tempo, ambience, jazzy, trip hop, ... just good!
both hosted on somaFM
donBerto : i used to be before the whole RIAA thing happened. the other day i noticed that it's there again.
I'd say that Terry Wogan is an .... aquired taste
Monkey Radio makes me want a faster internet connection. 128kb doesn't quite cut it, even on a 56kbps stream!


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Storify: Election issues develop at Cal Poly Pomona
Voters who went to the polls at Cal Poly Pomona on Tuesday were forced to wait in long lines after the polling place ran out of ballots.
Those in line were waiting for more than two hours in some cases to cast their ballot in the 2012 election.
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Cool Summer Mornings 5K Run/Walk Series #2
Clermont's Waterfront Park
Sat 07/13/2013
5K, Elite, Military
A 3.1 mile course that starts by running one mile on the residential streets of Clermont then heads out onto the South Lake Trial for an out and back segment before reaching the finish at the Highlander Pavilion. Amenities: Accurately measured and chip timed course that is well monitored for your safety. Colorful event shirt. Post race refreshments. Awards: Top three overall, top masters, and top three in each age group. Part of the Cool Summer Mornings 5K Series. The 2013 dates are (all Saturdays): June 8, July 13 August 10, and September 9 For more information, please visit: http://triflorida.com/Events/CoolSummerMornings5KSeries/tabid/310/Default.aspxEvent schedule and timesFriday: 12:00pm - 6:00pm, Packet Pick-Up and Late Registration at Clermont Bicycles; 1712 E. Highway 50; Clermont FL Saturday: 6:00am - 7:30am, Packet Pick-Up and Late Registration at Highlander Pavilion at Clermont Waterfront Park; 330 Third St; Clermont FL 7:15AM: Start - Cool Summer Mornings 5K 7:30am: Start - Central Florida Triathlon Sprint 8:30am: 5k Awards Ceremony (approx) 9:45am: Tri Awards Ceremony (approx)
- Address:330 3rd Street
Clermont, FL 34711


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TREK, INC. 03-Apr-2012
Trek has 40+ years experience in design/manufacture of high voltage amplifiers & electrostatic measurement instruments which are used throughout the physics research community. Long term strategic partnerships with OEMs deliver innovative solutions.
www anfiber.com 30-Mar-2012
www.anfiber.com,Anfiber company is one of the largest manufacturers of Passive Optical Components and Active optoelectronic components products in the world,as a professional optical device manufacturer.
Lake Shore Cryotronics 30-Mar-2012
Lake Shore Cryotronics, Inc., manufacturers of scientific sensors, instruments, and systems for precise measurement and control.
MKS Instruments Inc 18-Nov-2008
MKS Instruments,Inc.is a global provider of instruments,subsystems and process control solutions that measure,control,power,monitor and analyze critical parameters of advanced manufacturing processes to improve process performance and productivity.
WITec GmbH 06-Oct-2004
Manufacturer of high resolution optical and scanning probe microscopes for scientific and industrial applications. A modular product line allows the combination of different microscopy techniques such as Raman, NSOM or AFM in one single instrument.
Vietnam Fiber Optic Patch Cables,Inc. 23-Mar-2012
Provides specialty materials, communications, and consumer products for the telecommuncations and optical semiconductor industries.
Shenzhen Gigalight Technology Co., Ltd 21-Mar-2012
Shenzhen Gigalight Technology Co.,Ltd is committed to being a global influential organization in optical network devices area. CWDM,DWDM Mux/Demux,PLC splitter,Isolator,MPO,Polarization products...
Fractal Engineering Solutions LTD 20-Mar-2012
Fractal Engineering Solutions LTD, UK is authorised by Indian Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) to provide Chartered Engineer Certificates for exporting used and refurbished machinery to India.
PROSFP transceiver technology limited company 20-Mar-2012
Founded in 2003, PROSFP has been devoting herself to the research, development, manufacturing and marketing of advanced optical transceivers on datacom and telecom communications.
Wextra International Limited 20-Mar-2012
Wextra International, is an integrated team that share the same idea and objective together with enterprising spirit and vigorous power. The concept of "team" has been planted deeply inside the heart of each member.
UAE Fiber Patch Cables,Limited 20-Mar-2012
Supplier of matrix and fiber switches, video distribution system, optical transceiver and cable management systems.
Fiber Optic Patch Cables, (Finland)Inc 20-Mar-2012
Manufacturer of fiber optic and copper cable assemblies for premise cabling applications.
Fiber Optic Patch Cords,Gmbh 20-Mar-2012
Manufactures and ships data cables, fiber optic cables and Telco cabling made from copper, single-mode fiber and multi-mode fiber.
China Rare Metal Material Co., Limited 20-Mar-2012
CRM services kinds of sputtering targets, Evaporation Material,Semiconductor material, high pure material, rare earth metal, rare earth alloys, and a wide range of specialist metals, alloys and inorganic chemical compounds.
World Equipment Source 15-Mar-2012
World Equipment Source buys and sells electronic test equipment, smt, production equipment, and surplus.
XFP Modules Gmbh 15-Mar-2012
High-power fiber-coupled laser diodes, optical design and optical engineering.
Transceiver Optics,Inc. 15-Mar-2012
Designs and manufactures high quality laser diode systems for industrial, commercial, medical and defence customers.
Sekels GmbH 14-Mar-2012
Design & production of magnetic shielding, magnet systems, chokes and transformers. Supply of soft-magnetic semi-finished materials (NiFe, CoFe, others), nanocrystalline and amorphous cores.
Impedans Ltd 14-Mar-2012
Impedans specialises in the delivery of high performance and high resolution plasma diagnostics solutions to customers in research and industry.
Aerotherm 13-Mar-2012
Aerotherm are specialists in industrial dust extraction, process automation, and thermal processing. As engineers, we are focused on practical process and carbon reduction solutions and high levels of innovation and technical sophistication.
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Bristol Palin and Levi Johnston announce in the new Us Weekly that they're engaged -- and in this exclusive video, they reveal how he popped question.
Watch Levi, 20, turn red as Bristol, 19, teases him about his romantic proposal two weeks ago at her condo in Anchorage, Alaska.
Levi -- whose relationship with the Palin family had been strained since he and Bristol called off their first engagement last year -- also vows that he will now be there for his 18-month-old son.
"I've missed out on a lot of his life, and I can't get that back," he tells Us in the video. "Seeing him walk or crawl for the first time, or his first word ... I missed all that. More importantly, I am here now, and I am going to make it right."
Says Bristol, "It just feels right to be family."
To read the whole interview, pick up the new Us Weekly today!


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GoodWood focuses on creating unique accessories, including phone cases, earrings, necklaces, and more, that genuinely defy description. Based in Brooklyn, NY, GoodWood's products are distinct for their customizability, which allows individual creativity and fashion to shine through. With a steady list of collaborators including Crooks & Castles, Benny Gold, Mishka, Hall of Fame, and more, GoodWood has proven to be a highly sought-after design team. In addition, GoodWood has helped countless companies with everything from signage to package design.
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These two traditional football powers haven't met since 1999, and they haven't met at Oklahoma since 1966. That's probably been a good thing for the Sooners, who are just 1-8 all time against the Irish and haven't beaten Notre Dame since 1956. Of course, none of that history has any impact on Saturday night's game. The result of the game, though, will have plenty of impact on the BCS standings.
What's on the line?
For Notre Dame, just about everything. If the Irish find a way to survive in Norman, the only major roadblock between them and an undefeated regular season is a late-November game on the road at Southern California. And if the Irish are undefeated heading into that contest with the Trojans, South Bend will once again be the center of the college football universe—even though Notre Dame might not be a BCS title-game lock. Oregon and Kansas State both still have plenty to say about that.
Oklahoma still has an outside shot at the BCS title game—in a complete chaos, everyone else loses type of way—and knocking off a team ranked fifth in the current BCS standings will only help the Sooners' case. Lose, and they're out. It's still October, and that wouldn't sit well with the fan base in the Sooner State.
Sideline view
Since the stunning loss at home to Kansas State—a team the Sooners beat 58-17 last season—in late September, Oklahoma has been playing like a team with something to prove. They've beaten up on Texas Tech, Texas and Kansas and relish the opportunity play another ranked team.
The Irish are coming off a couple of grueling weeks. After an overtime victory against Stanford—and the controversial touchdown at the end of the game—the Irish edged BYU by three points last week at home. Quarterback Everett Golson missed the BYU game after suffering a concussion against Stanford, but he's expected back, and at full strength against the Sooners.
MORE: Sporting News' midseason All-Americans
Critical matchup
Landry Jones vs. the Notre Dame defense.
The Irish have been incredibly stingy on defense this season—they're No. 6 in the nation in total defense and No. 2 in scoring defense (behind only Alabama)—but they haven't seen a passing attack like Oklahoma's. Landry Jones is all over the NCAA record books—seventh in career passing yards, 11th in passing touchdowns, 11th in total offense—and is averaging 275.5 yards passing per game this season. The Sooners are averaging 44.7 points per game.
The strength of Notre Dame's defense is its ability to stop the run, which has been tested repeatedly against rushing-heavy teams. The Irish have a dozen interceptions on the season—including four each from linebacker Manti Te'o and corner Bennett Jackson—but five of those came in one game, against Michigan. The Irish haven't shown the offensive firepower necessary to keep up with the Sooners if this game devolves into a who-has-the-ball-last contest. They can't let Jones find a passing rhythm early.
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Oklahoma 24, Notre Dame 17


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Hurricane Irene is just starting to bear down on us here in southeastern Vermont. Even in these early stages, I can't remember another storm that brought so much rain. At Vermont Woods Studios Furniture, as we brace for the predicted power outage and flooding, I'm still able to watch the news and it's heartbreaking to see all the devastation south of us.
I'm remembering a publication put out by Dr. Wilma Hammett and the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service titled, "Flood Damaged Wood Furniture" that I thought might be helpful in the coming weeks.
The good news is that solid wood furniture can usually be restored unless the piece was in water for several days to a week and the damage is severe. The trick is to clean and dry it as soon as possible. The Fact Sheet cautions not to dry furniture in the sun though, as if it's dried too quickly and unevenly it will warp, twist and crack. It may take several weeks or months to dry the furniture and make it ready for repair and refinishing.
A few other tips:
- Use a hose to clean off mud and dirt inside and out
- Remove drawers, doors and back panels if possible, although if they are stuck, don't force them
- Mineral spirits can be used to remove mold and mildew
- White spots of a cloudy film on the finish can be treated with turpentine or household ammonia
- Try to preserve the original finish of antiques- restoration is preferable to refinishing
With a little research and luck, you may be able to take care of minor salvage and repairs yourself, but extensive damage should be left to an experienced furniture doctor or cabinet maker.
If your furniture is just too far gone and you find that salvage and repair are not an option, give us a call. We'll be offering a 15% furniture discount to flood and hurricane victims over the next month. Check with your insurance company. Often customers are able to fully cover the cost of replacement furniture with insurance claims. For now… hunker down with us and we'll all hope for the best.
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If you patronize Denny's, you'd better think twice. John Metz, who operates 40 Denny's restaurants and owns the Hurricane Grill & Wings franchise, has decided to offset the cost of Obamacare (Affordable Care Act), by adding a five percent surcharge to customers' bills and will reduce his employees' work hours. He justified the move by claiming it is 'the only alternative. I've got to pass on the cost to the customer.'
Obamacare requires businesses or franchises with more than 50 workers must offer an approved insurance plan or pay a penalty of $2,000 for each full-time worker over 30 workers.
The program mandates that only employees working more than 30 hours a week are covered under their employers health insurance plan, chains like Olive Garden and Red Lobster are already considering reduced worker hours. Source: Daily Mail


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I talked to a monk who follows Ven. Ajaan Tong Sirimangal and he told me not to teach and not to convince people to meditate
i can understand why not to try to teach people - cause i might not know how to -
but why not to convince my family to meditate ? is it because its not their karma or something like that ?


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Melissa Gilbert is engaged to marry Timothy Busfield, formerly of "thirtysomething" and "The West Wing," People magazine reports.
"They got engaged over the holidays," a source told Us Weekly, which first broke the news. "They've known each other for quite some time, as their paths have crossed off-and-on over the past 20 years."
In addition to acting, Busfield is a TV director. "Little House on the Prairie" star Gilbert performed last year on "Dancing With the Stars," where she partnered with Maksim Chmerkovskiy and finished fifth.
It will be a third marriage for both actors. Gilbert, 48, is a mother of two, and was previously married to Bo Brinkman and Bruce Boxleitner. The split with Boxleitner was finalized in 2011. Busfield, 55, is a father of three and was married to Radha Delmarter and then Jennifer Merwin. His second marriage, which ended in 2007, lasted nearly 20 years, People said.


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Jay-Z has been the most consistent rap artist of the past decade, with platinum release after platinum release. The addictive hooks to his hit songs are some of the most memorable in hip-hop history. And now with he and Beyonce's baby girl Blue around he can truly feel like the king of the world.
AppealIf you thought the track "Big Pimpin'" was a fantasy, think again. When you bling bling like the Jiggaman, you can have your pick of the finest honeys around. "Money Ain't A Thang" and "Money, Cash, Hoes" are two songs that give you a glimpse into the life of Shawn Carter. With a net worth in the tens of millions and a gangsta-lean groove that would make Curtis Mayfield proud, Jay-Z is beyond the chase. When you can lace a woman in ice and Prada without even blinking, all you need to do is sit back and choose.
In 2008 Jay-Z got quietly married to Beyonce. The couple kept their relationship on the down low, but with the birth of their daughter, Blue Ivory, Jigga now has two beautiful women to flaunt around.
SuccessJay-Z is this close to being a household name, an amazing accomplishment considering his humble roots in the Marcy Projects of Brooklyn. He now held court with Michael Jordan and Michael Jackson in the same week, so formidable is his clout.
However, Jigga has not coasted to the revered position he now holds. He may just be the most industrious rapper of all-time. Since his debut hit the shelves in 1996, Jay-Z has put out eleven studio albums, and an additional five collaboration albums with a sequel to his latest platinum effort with Kanye West, Watch The Throne, scheduled for next year.
He helms his own successful record label and clothing empire, Roc-A-Fella, along with partner Damon Dash, proving that his genius is as compatible with the world of business as it is with a mic. As the title of his hit duet with Mary J. Blige states, "Can't Knock The Hustle."
Jay-Z BiographyJay-Z was born Shawn Corey Carter, on December 4, 1969, and was raised in the Marcy Projects of Brooklyn, New York. During his school days, he befriended a young Christopher Wallace, who grew up to be known as the Notorious B.I.G.
As a hustler in his rough neighborhood, Jay-Z used his money to finance a career in music and released independent records in the late '80s. His parents were avid record collectors and Jay-Z would sit down at the dining room table as a child writing rhymes while his mother cleaned the house with the music blaring. The more time he spent on the block though, the less time he had for transcribing lyrics. As a result, Jay-Z developed a genius skill that few others could emulate, even now.
jay-z starts roc-a-fella with damon dashHe invented an entire rhyme in his head and committed it to memory, without ever writing it down. That skill is still evident, as Jay-Z is known to create an entire album by playing the sample track in the studio in a trance, with the eventual lyric spewed out on the spot before recording it for good.
After scoring some underground success, Jay-Z learned from other rappers who got a raw deal from the music business, and opened his own label, Roc-A-Fella, with friend Damon Dash. His subsequent debut Reasonable Doubt went gold and spawned the hit "Ain't No Nigga" with Foxy Brown. The mainstream audience failed to take notice but the newcomer with the smooth voice and rhyme pattern astounded true devotees of the genre.
The anticipated sequel, In My Lifetime Vol. 1, debuted at No. 3 in November 1997 and featured a slew of big names in the world of rap, from Too Short to talented producer DJ Premier. The album was a personal revelation for Jay-Z as he spun the tale of his hard knock upbringing and in trademark Jigga style, had a few seductive anthems for the clubs.
jay-z releases vol. 2 hard knock and the blueprintThe true sign that a rap artist has arrived is how ubiquitous he becomes, as others clamor for a rhyme or guest appearance. With two albums under his belt, Jay-Z had become the undisputed leader of the rap pack but he still kept setting the bar higher. His soundtrack to the self-directed, produced and written short Streets Is Watching featured the smash "It's Alright."
Mainstream success and more street cred came with the album Vol. 2 Hard Knock Life. It remained atop the Billboard charts for five weeks and cemented the reputation of Jay-Z as a major talent and producer of urban anthems. Each subsequent album raised the rap and fashion mogul's status , with 2001's The Blueprint making his biggest splash with critics and fans.
jay-z retires?In 2002, Jay-Z released another #1 debut album, The Blueprint 2: The Gift & the Curse, which sold four million copies, and in '03 Collision Course, a collaborative project involving Linkin Park, came out.
In November of that year, Jay-Z held a concert at Madison Square Garden that he called his "retirement party," and performers included Missy Elliott, Memphis Bleek, Mary J. Blige, Beyoncé, Twista, Ghostface Killah, Foxy Brown, Pharrell Williams, and R. Kelly.
jay-z comes back with kingdom comeIn 2006, after a greatest hits album and several concert appearances, Jay-Z returned to music full-time with the comeback album Kingdom Come, which included producers Just Blaze, Pharrell, Kanye West, Dr. Dre and Coldplay's Chris Martin. Jay'Z's 10th album, American Gangster, followed in 2007.
In February '08, Jay-Z made the news when he became the first hip-hop headliner at the Glastonbury Festival. Noel Gallagher of Oasis fame was apparently one of the more outspoken critics of the decision so, in typical "Jay-Z" style, he opened the festival by doing a rendition of Oasis' "Wonderwall."
Jay-Z And Beyonce WedKnown for keeping their relationship out of the public eye, Beyonce and Jay-Z wed in April of 2008 at a private ceremony in New York.
Beyonce PregnantOn the red carpet of the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) Beyonce teased the press by saying: "I have a surprise!" Beyonce's publicist later confirmed the news that Beyonce was expecting her first child with husband, Jay-Z.
During her performance at VMAs, Beyonce told the crowd: "I want you to feel the love that's growing inside of me."
Jay-Z & Watch The Throne
Watch The Throne, the latest collaborative studio album by Kanye West and Jay-Z wasthe album of Fall 2011. The album is one critically acclaimed song after another. Their unique brand of immaculately produced, taboo-crushing music has become generation-defining.
Blue Ivory
On January 7th, 2012 Jay-Z and Beyonce became the proud parents of Blue Ivory. Two days later the hustler-turned-father released "Glory", a song he dedicated to his new daughter and which, after appearing on the Billboard charts, made her the youngest person ever to be credited on a hit single. Her cries had been recorded and included in the release.
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WINCHESTER civic chiefs say they like the idea of a new sports centre for the district after a petition was presented by campaigners.
Emma Back, of Winchester Fit for the Future, presented the petition with 3,334 signatures to the Council.
The group, comprising some 17 sports clubs, is pressing for the replacement of the River Park Leisure Centre with a state of the art sports and leisure centre, including a 50-metre pool.
Ms Back told councillors: "Local decision-makers must act swiftly, but not rashly. The gap in the market for a high-quality multi-sport centre is so obvious, that if action is not taken by the council, the gap will be filled elsewhere in Hampshire, or by a private company in pursuit of profit, not community benefit.
"We have a genuine once in a lifetime opportunity to bring fantastic sports facilities to our great city and district - to truly inspire a generation."
Cllr Patricia Stallard, portfolio holder for communities, culture and sport, said the council faced a decision over the future of the RPLC. Nearly 40 years old, it needs major investment just to maintain it perhaps only for another 10-15 years.
Cllr Stallard said the council was not being idle but was considering employing consultants to produce a report.
Cllr Simon Cook, who as chief leisure officer at Winchester used to oversee the RPLC, said a "reality check" was needed. There are only 29 50-metre pools in the whole country.
He said the council could only develop new facilities in partnership with the private sector. "But if you don't have a dream, as Obama said, you will never achieve what is wanted."
Cllr Stephen Godfrey, portfolio holder for finance and administration, said it was an exciting project and added "I'm keen to take advantage of the momentum that has built up around the idea. Finance does cast a shadow."
He added that interest rates are low and a £10million loan at 3.8 per cent for 40 years would cost £500,000 a year to service. "If you can put a business case together we will back you to the hilt."
Council leader Keith Wood said: "This is the biggest decision the council is likely to take in the next few years, and bigger than anything in the last 20 years. We are anxious to take it forward and make the right decision."
The campaign has been endorsed by the following:
Louise Damen GB Marathon runner
Julia Beckett GB Swimmer (Olympian)
Nick Gillingham GB Swimmer (Olympian)
Adrian Moorhouse GB Swimmer (Olympian) & 2012 Team GB Ambassador
Roger Black GB 400m runner (Olympian)
Lynn Davies GB Long jumper (Olympic champion) & President of UK Athletics
Jonny Brownlee GB Triathlete (2012 Olympics bronze medallist)
Jeff Stelling TV Sports Presenter
Prof Joy Carter Vice-Chancellor, University of Winchester
Jane Gandee Head, St Swithun's School
Kay Grimshaw ASA Board Member and former ASA President
Jeremy Evans England Hockey Coach
Julie Keefe Hampshire Junior Squash Organiser
Wendy Allsopp Principal, Lewis-Allsopp School of Dancing


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A man drove from Aardvark to Beeville. On the first day he travelled 1/3 of the distance. On day two he travelled 1/2 of the remaining distance. On day three he travelled 2/3 of the remaining distance. On day four, after covering 3/4 of the remaining distance, he was still 5 miles away from Beeville. How many miles had he covered so far?
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Indianapolis, Marsh Supermarkets Inc. posted a second-quarter loss Tuesday, reversing a year-ago profit, and said that it was considering a sale of the company.
The company posted a loss of $3.4 million, or 43? per share, compared with a profit of $1.3 million, or 16? per share, a year ago. Revenue rose 5% to $549.6 million from $524.9 million. Same-store merchandise sales fell 0.7% when gasoline sales were excluded.
The company said that it hired Merrill Lynch to help it explore strategic alternatives including a possible sale, and suspended future quarterly cash dividends until financial performance improved.


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This eco-friendly camp features is located in bushland near Kosi Bay beach and estuary in Kwa-Zulu Natal province. They offer tent-like accommodation with private bathroom and terrace. There are kitchen facilities for preparing meals. Each reed, tent-styled unit has solar-powered lighting and hot water but no electricity. Mosquito nets are provided on request.There are views of the surrounding wetlands. Guests can enjoy local specialities from the shaded restaurant or sit around a camp fire and barbecue at night. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available. Staff can help arrange some unique tours of the surrounding area such as sea kayaking in Kosi Bay or observing Loggerhead and Leatherback turtles on the beach. The border with Mozambique is a 4.5 km drive away. Tembe Elephant Reserve is 62 km away by car. اقرأ المزيد


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Groene at the Legislature: Teacher absences, substitutes
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Determined not to give up, fitness and wellness supporters met Friday morning and agreed they still want a comprehensive study of the city's recreation facilities.
Supporters still want to take a comprehensive look at the present situation and see what's needed, long term.
They plan to figure out what questions and concerns they havent addressed with the council, and address them, chairman Dave Pederson said.
Council members debated for nearly a hour at their last meeting, before the vote.
They didnt have much data to go on before the meeting, Councilman Martin Steinbeck told the Bulletin.
I had no supporting information except for the work session a couple of weeks ago and the lengthy discussions at the meeting," he said. It took me a while to grasp what was trying to be achieved.
Steinbeck voted yes once he got a sense of what was being asked for and the goals were spelled out a little more clearly."
Pederson said supporters didnt anticipate the depth of the opposition, because the city would not contribute directly. The money is already in the quality growth fund. The advisory group that oversees the fund unanimously recommended the contribution.
If nothing else, the council debate Tuesday has sparked more interest.
Pederson said a half-dozen more people are joining the wellness support committee.
They dont want the effort to die, he said.
How healthy
Recent health ratings rank Lincoln County 61st out of 75 areas in the state. The countys obesity rate is 4 percent higher than the state norm. The number of preventable hospital stays in Lincoln County are 13 percent higher than other areas, according to a study complied by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
Leland Poppe of Great Western Bank posted the study on his facebook. Poppe organizes fun runs and 5Ks and said he is on the wellness committee.
Pederson said about 15 supporters met Friday. The group includes representatives of the city recreation center, the city public service department, the college, public and private schools, the hospital and others. Mayor Dwight Livingston recently started attending.
Major employers Union Pacific and Wal-Mart are involved, although they were not able to attend the meeting Friday, Pederson said.
If the city wont support the study, the wellness group might create a non-profit organization and sponsor the study themselves, but Pederson said they prefer to work with city officials, because the city is integral part of what we are talking about.
Too big for locals
Steinbeck said the city itself cannot do a study of the required scope and magnitude.
Otherwise it would or could have been done already, he said.
I am an absolute proponent of keeping monies local, but I do have limits of sensibility to this, Steinbeck said.
Pederson said there are pre-conceived notions of what the project is.
He said it's not all about the rec center.
This is community wide. Its to talk about all the facilities, to see if they might be used more productively. Do we have enough? Do we have too many in one place? Are we missing out on some things? That sort of thing, he said. People ask us what the project is. There is no project. This is to find out if there should be a project."
He said the idea is to develop a long-range plan for the future for 10-20 years. The city could use the plan in developing its budget.
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