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More than 30 firefighters from Fort Bragg, Mendocino, Albion-Little River and Comptche went through intensive training this past weekend. CAL FIRE firefighters also attended as instructors and participants. Two firefighters from Kelseyville, Scott Crawford and Brian Bartko, brought Kelseyville's mobile fire training unit.
The interior of the trailer simulated a room on fire, with a metal couch and metal stove at opposite ends of the room. While inside, firefighters practiced different spray patterns and how to take their time to observe what the fire was doing.
The fire was ignited with propane and controlled by one of the Kelseyville firefighters in a booth inside the trailer. One propane line in the trailer's ceiling imitated a rollover. A rollover is when gases in a room heat up to ignition point and flames roll across the ceiling searching for an escape.
A second team, stationed on the simulated roof, practiced cutting through to vent the room. When the roof was punctured, the firefighters inside saw firsthand how venting changes the behavior of fire. The rollover flames instantly escaped out the opening, along with a large portion of smoke.
David Latoof, Mendocino assistant fire chief, explained that the two teams work in cooperation. The team inside has to be ready to react, because venting a room not only allows combustible gases to escape, it also adds oxygen, which could fuel other areas of the fire.
Albion-Little River and Mendocino each brought pieces of their obstacle courses, to make one large course for the firefighters to use.
The obstacle course was designed to teach firefighters how to find their way out if they are in a structure that collapses and fills with black smoke. The firefighters were blindfolded and instructed to follow the hose while carrying their tool, most often an ax.
Ed O'Brien, Mendocino fire chief, said the likelihood that a firefighter would be trapped in a collapse is slim. The most important part, he said, is that the exercise builds confidence. Firefighters know that as long as they remain calm and work methodically, they can find their way out.
In between stations, the firefighters took recovery breaks, had their vitals checked and worked out best decision-making practices in various scenarios.
The multi-agency training was planned by Latoof, Randy MacDonald, Comptche assistant chief, and Marshall Brown, Albion-Little River captain.


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Supervisor-elect Estelle Fennell, and Supervisors Rex Bohn and Mark Lovelace will begin four-year terms following a swearing-in ceremony on Monday.
The ceremony will begin at noon in the Board of Supervisors Chambers at the County Courthouse, 825 Fifth St. Eureka. Judge Dale Reinholtsen, the presiding judge for the county, will deliver the oath.
Fennell won her seat in June to represent the 2nd District, replacing Clif Clendenen.
Bohn was elected in June to represent the First District, and was appointed the next month by Gov. Jerry Brown to fill the term of former Supervisor Jimmy Smith, who retired due to health issues.
Third District Supervisor Mark Lovelace was re-elected in June.
A reception sponsored by Supervisors Virginia Bass and Ryan Sundberg follows the ceremony at the Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center, 921 W. Waterfront Drive, Eureka, Room 203, to allow the public an opportunity to meet and greet the supervisors.

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Keighley's Jam on Top has become part of a lottery-funded project to train young people for jobs in the music industry.
It has become one of 100 'music hubs' across the UK that will provide a wide range of opportunities for teenagers.
Jam on Top, in Dalton Lane, already houses rehearsal space for local bands, a recording studio and community radio station, Jam Radio.
As part of the project, it is now likely to create a space for young people to jam, create music and hold open mic sessions.
There could also be DJ workshops, as well as training in record production and other technological aspects of the music industry.
The music hubs are being created as part of the Big Music Project, run by UK Youth, a consortium of youth and music industry organisations.
The hubs, including Jam on Top, will provide free accredited training and recruit 'music champions', aged 16 to 24, to help run projects for other young people.
Several youngsters are already involved in the work of Jam on Top, either as musicians or volunteers with the radio station.
Brian Leach, who runs Jam on Top with his wife Tracy, said the Big Music Project offered an excellent opportunity for young musicians.
He added: "We can't believe Jam has been chosen to be one of the national music hubs, but Keighley is full of talented musicians.
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On Friday, July 31st, Hawthorne Fred Meyer celebrated the Grand Re-opening of their newly remodeled store. The new "Green Living" store is the first of its kind in the Fred Meyer family (owned by Kroger) and is designed to be an Earth-friendly grocery experience. The store is certified under the US Green Building Council's LEED program. New store features include an expanded Nutrition Center (where our products are found), a fresh sushi bar, gourmet cheeses and desserts, an expanded deli and even an electric car charging station!
Bob was asked to come out and celebrate the Grand Opening. With Jan Chernus and Jessica Olson (both from our Western sales team) in tow, Bob made a grand spectacle by handing out samples of our Gluten Free Brownie Mix (which was a big hit) and taking photos with customers. The event had a great turnout and Bob was the star of the show. People were continually amazed that he is indeed a real person and right in their own back yard.
For those of you in the Portland area, there are still Grand Opening events going on through the end of next week. Visit FredMeyer.com for a schedule of events.


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Real Time Myocardial Contrast Echocardiography and Dobutamine Stress Perfusion Magnetic Resonance Imaging (ECHOBIKE)
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The present study is designed to:
- investigate the safety and efficacy of Real time myocardial echocardiography (RT-MCE) in adolescents and adults ages 13-40 with congenital and acquired congenital heart disease
- compare RT-MCE with dobutamine stress perfusion MR for determination of coronary flow reserve and ventricular wall motion
- assess regional myocardial mechanics using myocardial speckle tracking and MR tagging.
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|Quantification of Ventricular Mechanics and Myocardial Blood Flow Reserve in Adolescents and Adults Ages 13-40 With Congenital or Acquired Heart Disease Using Supine Bicycle Stress With Real Time Myocardial Contrast Echocardiography and Dobutamine Stress Perfusion Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- The present study is designed to: (1) investigate the safety and efficacy of Real time myocardial echocardiography (RT-MCE) in adolescents and adults ages 13-40 with congenital and acquired congenital heart disease. [ Time Frame: 2 years ]
- Compare RT-MCE with dobutamine stress perfusion MR for determination of coronary flow reserve and ventricular wall motion (3) assess regional myocardial mechanics using myocardial speckle tracking and MR tagging. [ Time Frame: 2 years ]
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|June 2010 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
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Individuals will be identified from the cardiology database and consented during their routine follow up visits. Exercise stress, transthoracic echocardiography and cardiac MR are part of standard medical care in the follow up evaluation of adolescents and adults with repaired congenital heart disease. The use of contrast (with transthoracic echocardiography) and dobutamine stress testing (with the cardiac MR) will be performed as part of the research study. After signing consent/ assent, a study subject will have pertinent medical history (e.g. past palliation and operative repair dates and type, current medications, review of systems) and physical exam findings extracted from the medical record, especially the recording of the most recent clinic visit. If the subject is a female of child bearing age, a serum pregnancy test will be done at this time. This data will be recorded using standardized case report forms for history and physical exam. The study patients will complete a standardized interview to determine their exercise tolerance according to New York Heart Association (NYHA) classification. All patients who consent to the additional testing will require an additional 1 hour of time to the regular Echo and CMR testing.
Each patient will have the protocol supine bicycle stress with contrast echocardiogram performed at UNMC Echo lab.. The study subject will then have the clinically indicated CMR study (Philips Achieva 1.5T magnet), scheduled and performed by a qualified CMR technologist, working with a pediatric or adult cardiologist. An attempt will be made to have CMR and Echo performed on the same day to minimize physiologic variability, but will at least be done within 1 week each other. Further post-processing (wall motion analyses, speckle tracking and myocardial tagging) and image analyses will be performed by the principal investigators on standard workstations.
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Inclusion Criteria:• Age between 13 years and 40 years.
- Male or female.
- History of repaired congenital heart disease including atrial septal defects, aortic valve disease, tetralogy of fallot, transposition of great arteries and anomalous left coronary artery from pulmonary artery.
- History of sequelae of heart disease acquired as an infant or child, including Kawasaki disease and coronary ectasia, and patients post anthracycline chemotherapy.
- Ability to perform Supine bicycle stress with contrast echocardiography as determined by primary cardiologist and/or Dr. Shelby Kutty.
- Ability to perform CMR with dobutamine stress as determined by the patients primary cardiologist and/or Dr. Shelby Kutty
- Signed informed consent and assent as applicable.
Exclusion Criteria:• Atrial or ventricular arrythmias that cannot be controlled to heart rates < 70/min
- Intracardiac shunts
- Known hypersensitivity to perflutren
- Known hypersensitivity to Dobutamine
- Congestive heart failure in NYHA class II, III or IV
- Claustrophobia or any other reason patient is unable to perform CMR (i.e. ferromagnetic implants causing significant artifact that alters image quality, presence of pacemakerr, AICD, etc.)
- Pregnant or possibly pregnant (based on history/information obtained from the patient) or breast feeding
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT00861848
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|University of Nebraska Medical Center
|Omaha, Nebraska, United States, 68196
|Principal Investigator:
|Shelby Kutty, MD
|Principal Investigator:
|Thomas Porter, MD
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|Erin Sandene Clinical Research Coordinator, Pediatric Research Office
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|Study First Received:
|March 12, 2009
|Last Updated:
|September 17, 2009
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Mucocutaneous Lymph Node Syndrome
Heart Diseases
Cardiovascular Diseases
Vascular Diseases
Lymphatic Diseases
Skin Diseases, Vascular
Skin Diseases
Cardiotonic Agents
Autonomic Agents
Peripheral Nervous System Agents
Physiological Effects of Drugs
Adrenergic beta-1 Receptor Agonists
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Adrenergic Agents
Neurotransmitter Agents
Molecular Mechanisms of Pharmacological Action
Protective Agents
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MONTEREY >> The water was calm and the fog had just begun to recede a few minutes before the starting gun went off on Monday morning.
Eighteen rowers in seven row boats, all chatty an hour earlier, gripped their oars in nervous anticipation.
The eerie quiet on the water was only interrupted by the dull hum of sailboat motors and the occasional bark of a sea lion.
At 10 a.m. the race director, aboard a boat a mile offshore from Cannery Row, fired the starting gun and the first Great Pacific Race was on.
With South Korean Junho Choi, 33, sitting on the bow, the four-man Team "Uniting Nations" dug into the Monterey Bay, 2,400 miles ahead of them to the finish.
"Go! Go!" yelled a spectator on a nearby sailboat.
The inaugural Monterey to Hawaii man-powered boat race had its share of onshore problems, so much so even the Monday start seemed in question.
Weather concerns pushed the start back two days. One boat is still stuck in customs, and five others were delayed until Monday evening or later because of packing or technical issues.
"(I'm) a little bit envious," said Aoife Ni Mhaoileoin, 26, of Ireland, as she looked from Monterey Municipal Wharf No. 2 as other boats prepared to take off.
Her team, "Boatylicious," still has its boat in customs in Oakland, but Mhaoileoin is hopeful they can launch on Wednesday.
For everyone else preparing around 7 a.m. Monday, it was mostly all smiles.
"I feel really excited," said Andre Kiers, 42, of Team "Uniting Nations." "We've worked quite hard the last couple weeks so it's good to go."
The Netherlands native said he would most miss coffee and hot showers during the roughly month-long journey.
Nestled inside the sleeping quarters of her 24-foot boat, Rebecca Berger, 41, of Canada, said her two-woman "ClearyContacts.ca" team was more worried about bad weather out at sea than the occasional shark or whale.
"We've been working towards this day for 2 1/2 years," she said. "So, it's a special day."
Berger had a tomato she bought from Wharf Marketplace sitting on the boat when they pushed off for their anticipated two-month journey.
Single rower Daryl Farmer, 39, seemed the most serious, although it probably had something to do with having to spend the next three months at sea.
"It's mixed emotions," he said. "It's exciting. I'm looking forward to it."
Jack Carter, 22, of England, said his "NOMAN is an Island" team was trying desperately to get their desalination system working.
"We didn't get much," he said of sleep the night before. "We were (at Municipal Wharf No. 2) testing the water maker until midnight."
The team ended up leaving Monday afternoon.
All boats hoped to leave by Wednesday. One boat was delayed because a member had just finished the Everest Marathon in Nepal, two boats were finishing packing.
Race Director Chris Martin, the 33-year-old Briton who came up with the event, said it cost roughly $668,000 to put on. He is hoping to break even.
Even with the uncertainty of a new event and boat delays, Martin plans to bring the event back to Monterey in 2016.
It's unclear how the event will pay off for Monterey or local tourism.
The crowd to send off rowers, split between Municipal Wharf No. 2 and McAbee Beach, appeared to be around 80 to 90.
"The race, because it is such a unique event, is going to bring national and international attention to Monterey," city spokeswoman Anne McGrath said Monday afternoon. ". . . It yet again puts the name Monterey out in the mind of people who may be visiting here from this country to any other country that may be following this race."
Hosting the event, technically, did not cost the city anything. McGrath said it gave organizers a deal on parking — a monthly instead of daily rate — but it was the race that paid Monterey roughly $4,000 in fees.
Around 11:10 a.m. Team Uniting Nations crossed a line of no return about a mile offshore from the Point Pinos Lighthouse in Pacific Grove and headed out into deep waters.
"Thank you," Kiers yelled as a substantial fog rolled in and the temperature dropped to 54 degrees.
As of 4 p.m., Team Uniting Nations was significantly in the lead according to GPS tracking at GreatPacificRace.com/race/tracker.
The team was traveling at a speed of 1.3 knots and was roughly 17 miles from the start line. "ClearlyContacts.ca" was in second and the four-man Team "Battleborn" was in third.
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October 26, 2012
How the local economy is doing depends on where you sit. If you are a retired with a pension and medical or a business owner that is doing well or a public or private sector employee with a steady paycheck, things look pretty good. But if you're a single mother or a married couple trying to get more hours for wages or insurance, you might not see it the same way. The same goes for a business that might be barely surviving. Unemployment is still way too high in this community. Recently released figures have unemployment at 12.3 percemt for the City of South Lake Tahoe compared with 6.5 percent for Mammoth and 7.2 percent for Truckee. I guess it's a matter of your perspective.
Several years ago people were clamoring for more events, but this past summer there were lots of them. My favorite was Neil Young and Crazy Horse at Harveys. Though I am sure everyone had their favorite, that was mine. We have been seeing an increase in niche events, those events that can get done with minimal permitting and hassle and don't require hundreds of thousands of dollars to start. A great example of this was the successful bike parade down Highway 50. Simple, creative, successful. Some of the events will continue to grow and attract media and visitors for South Shore and they complement the major events the area has. Keep it up, South Shore.
It looks like the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency's Regional Plan Update is making its way to approval. While it's not perfect it is much better than what we have had. Perhaps the most important aspect is the change in thinking that is occurring as a result of the plan. You see, for the past 30 years the mantra from the environmental industry has been "building is bad for the environment" but, years later, we know that thinking has in fact hurt the environment. There has in fact been an environmental cost to doing nothing as no building just preserved the mistakes of the past. It may have made some people feel good that they were "helping the environment," but in most cases they weren't. The new plan acknowledges that rebuilding with the latest and best environmental practices is a must. It's about time. You owe it to yourself to find out as much as you can about the new Regional Plan.
I am already missing the fresh tomatoes from the farmers market. Isn't it amazing how many farmers markets we are seeing? The USDA is reporting in 2012 there are more than 7,800 farmers markets in the United States, up from 1,755 in 1992. Consider that McDonald's has about 14,000 outlets in the U.S. and farmers markets are halfway there.
What happens if Proposition 30 fails? By now you have probably heard about this proposition to increase sales taxes on wealthy Californians as well as a sales tax increase and, one would assume this proposition – put forward by a democratic governor in a democratic state – would pass. But what if it doesn't? A funny thing is happening on the way to election day: Californians are beginning to take a closer look as support for this measure is trailing in the polls. Voters are realizing the collected taxes go to the state's general fund and not to education; they realize that legislators will take the money that currently goes to schools and replace it with these new tax revenues so there is no new money going to schools. The governor has long intimated that, if Proposition 30 does not pass, school funding will be cut. What the citizens may be saying is, "go ahead, legislators, make your move and we'll remember come the next election." What is emerging is a big game of chicken. Given this state's politics, I thought this proposition would pass no problem, I might be wrong.
Even if you are a casual fan of baseball, don't miss the World Series. It's some of the greatest sports you will see. While I know everyone is football crazy; in the World Series, every play and crack of the bat is important. If it's on, watch it. Better yet, grab a couple friends and head to a local restaurant for some beer and wings and enjoy it even more.
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It's sad to see the passing of Zan Barker. I first met Zan years ago when he ran Ski Run Marina and have always enjoyed talking with him over the years. His big, booming voice and community support will be missed. Rest in peace, Zan.
– Carl Ribaudo is a contributing columnist to the Tahoe Daily Tribune. He is also a consultant, speaker and writer who lives in South Shore. He can be reached at email@example.com.


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ALR-LRI Collaboration to Accelerate New Lupus Treatments Moving at Fast Pace
155 Potential Lupus Therapies Identified for Further Analysis
The Alliance for Lupus Research (ALR) and the Lupus Research Institute (LRI) are excited to report rapid progress on the cooperative project we launched just months ago to fast-track scientific analysis and identification of potential new treatments for lupus. The lupus community participates with comments, ideas and input on the program's dedicated LinkedIn site, LRxL STAT.
The proactive initiative focuses on identifying new treatments from among those that are approved for other conditions. We are encouraged that progress has been even more rapid and comprehensive than anticipated with 155 potential therapies analyzed and identified from an initial analysis of 6,800 therapies approved for human use. A prestigious expert committee will soon review these results and prioritize the best candidates for clinical trials in lupus.
Developer of scientific content, Amrie Grammer, PhD comments, "We are very grateful to the entire lupus community for helping us to identify candidate drugs and treatments for repositioning into lupus based on mechanism of action, safety profile and feasibility for testing. After the list is prioritized, the goal is to conduct small, science-rich, proof-of-concept trials as the shortest path to new treatments."
LRI CEO Peggy Dowd notes, "The number of drugs with potential for use in lupus is extremely encouraging, and we look forward to identifying the drugs and treatments which hold the greatest promise to improve patient care. This partnership has moved the lupus field forward in a way we have never seen before."
"We are very excited at the rapid progress of the joint initiative of ALR and LRI," says ALR President Kenneth M. Farber. "It is very promising that there are so many drugs and therapies that are intriguing candidates to be repositioned for lupus. We look forward to the opportunity to test as many of these candidates as we can. Developing safer, more effective therapies for lupus patients is our highest priority."
Moving on Several Fronts
In addition to this project, the ALR and LRI are also funding members of the Accelerating Medicines Partnership (AMP) launched earlier this month by the National Institutes of Health to understand the molecular pathways underlying lupus. It is hoped that AMP will identify additional pathways that can be targeted with novel therapies for lupus.
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THOUSAND OAKS -- Two missing teenagers whose disappearance raised concerns of possible suicide have been found unharmed in a recreational vehicle behind a friend's house, Ventura County authorities said Friday.
Nicholas Marino, 13, and his 14-year-old girlfriend, Kaylee Rebert, were found about 3 p.m., some 36 hours after they were reported missing, said Sgt. Eric Buschow.
The Ventura County Star reports Marino was reported missing early Thursday, after he had snuck out of the house through a window and left behind a suicide note. Chuck Marino quickly contacted the family of his son's girlfriend, who also left a suicide note and ran away.
"He's been depressed for several months. His girlfriend has been depressed," the father said.
Authorities searched for the pair for more than 12 hours Thursday at a 1,750-acre regional park after a scent picked up by a police dog led them to the area. The search of the park was called off Friday, and investigators turned to social media and family and friends to try to look for them.
The teens were discovered when one of them peeped out of the door of the RV and was spotted from inside their friend's house in Newbury Park. Buschow said the pair had snuck into the RV, which was unlocked.
Buschow declined to say what upset the teens, saying it is a private family matter.
Chuck Marino told reporters that sleeping pills and razor blades were found with the two.
The teens were being interviewed Friday afternoon to find out why they ran away and what they've been doing the past two days. They could be kept on psychiatric hold if they deemed to be likely harm to others, Buschow said.


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TPWD Voices Concern About Spread of Giant Salvinia
AUSTIN, Texas — The expansion of one of the world's most noxious aquatic weeds — giant salvinia — on Toledo Bend and possible spread to Sam Rayburn represents a serious threat to two of the state's largest reservoirs, according to Texas Parks and Wildlife Department fisheries biologists.
Biologists fear the plant will take over shallow coves where largemouth bass spawn and could therefore seriously impact the fishery. Giant salvinia forms thick floating mats that block sunlight and prevent the production of microscopic organisms vital to healthy fish populations. With good growing conditions, the plant can produce nearly 100 tons of biomass per acre, and once the floating mass dies and sinks, the decomposing material can use up all the oxygen in the water.
"One of our biggest problems is giant salvinia is transported easily," said Howard Elder, a TPWD aquatic vegetation biologist. "The proximity and accessibility of these two reservoirs makes transportation a very real threat."
That's why department officials are urging boaters to take precautions to minimize unintentional spread of this noxious plant. Boaters should flush livewells and clean boats and trailers thoroughly after each trip to Toledo Bend to avoid carrying giant salvinia fragments.
"We are concerned that some anglers and boaters use both Toledo Bend and Sam Rayburn and trailer boats from one lake to the other," Elder added. "If you do not remove giant salvinia from your boat or trailer before you leave the lake, you can be charged with possessing and transporting harmful exotic plants. These charges carry penalties of fines and/or jail time."
First discovered in Texas in 1998, giant salvinia was probably sold for use in water gardens by nurseries that had no idea its importation or possession is prohibited by both the U.S. Department of Agriculture and TPWD. "One good flood empties out somebody's backyard and infests the whole watershed," said Elder. "Giant salvinia is easily transported over land to new locations by boat trailers, propellers and the intakes of personal watercraft. Considering the proximity and popularity of Toledo Bend and Sam Rayburn, its introduction to Sam Rayburn must be considered inevitable unless extreme measures are taken."
TPWD and the Sabine River Authority have been battling the invasion with herbicides, but the rains of 2004 kept Toledo Bend Reservoir full and allowed the plant to spread into shallow, stump-filled areas where spraying boats can't go. "In 2004, it overwhelmed us. We were able to treat only 228 acres," Elder said. "Our goal is to keep it contained in Toledo Bend and keep it from reaching Sam Rayburn."
This floating fern, a native of South America, can double in size weekly and if left unchecked can cover large areas in a relatively short time. In 2003, giant salvinia covered 124 acres on Toledo Bend; in 2004, it spread over 3,070 acres despite ongoing herbicide treatments by both Texas and Louisiana. Sam Rayburn Reservoir may be the next target.
"The mild winter allowed the spread to continue, and we can expect an increased expansion this year, which will warrant increased treatment," Elder said. "We have ongoing chemical treatments on Toledo Bend; the problem is because the lake is so large we cannot get to it before it spreads."
TPWD has begun large-scale introductions of a bio-control agent, the salvinia weevil Cyrtobagous salviniae, which feeds on the plants and may have long-term potential. It takes the weevils about two years to establish, and the department has deployed more than 300,000 statewide thus far.
"We are optimistic establishment will occur by spring of 2005, and will continue introductions through summer of 2005. The success of the salvinia weevil has been documented in several countries. I hope they do as well in Texas," Elder said.
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Hard Hero reveals the newest character in their line of ThunderCats statues: Mumma-Ra. The demon-priest follows the sold-out debut of Lion-O (read our review HERE) and soon to be released Cheetara. Sculpted by Paul Bennett, Mumma-Ra stands 10-inches tall and includes his faithful companion Ma-Mutt. Pre-orders are currently being accepted at hardhero.com, the statue priced at $199.00 and scheduled to ship 3rd quarter 2010. Mumma-Ra is available in the US and UK only.


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Friday, October 3
Alumni & Friends Golf Outing
Quicksilver Golf Club
2000 Quicksilver Rd.
Midway, PA 15060
12:30 p.m.
Grab your clubs and join fellow alums at Quicksilver Golf Club for a friendly round of golf. The cost is $40, which includes 18 holes of golf and cart rental and is payable to the course when you arrive. You can register your foursome or you can be paired up with other alumni golfers.
For more information contact Warner Johnson at 412-397-6409.
Alumni Welcome Party
Sheraton Pittsburgh Airport Hotel
1160 Thorn Run Rd.
Moon Twp., PA 15108
7 - 9 p.m.
Gather with your alumni friends at the Sheraton for drinks & appetizers to kick-off Homecoming 2014. Includes complimentary drink, appetizers, prizes, and DJ by EventuresLIVE.
Saturday, October 4
Campus Tour
Noon - 1 p.m.
Take a tram ride with us to see how RMU has grown. If you haven't been back to campus in awhile, then you won't want to miss the tour led by a Colonial ambassador. You will see the latest additions to the campus landscape and stop by for a selfie with Bronze Bob.
Reunion Receptions
Sewall Center - 3rd Floor
1 - 2:30 p.m.
Whether you went to classes in downtown Pittsburgh or in Moon, there are plenty of events and good times planned for your reunion.
Join your friends and former classmates at the reception to enjoy free hors d'oeuvres and drinks.
Special recognition for the 10th, 25th, 40th, and 50th year classes.
Special gift for alumni from class years ending with 4's & 9's who pre-register by September 26.
Young Alums Festival Tent
Tailgate Alley
Noon - 2:30 p.m.
NEW FOR 2014! Especially for young and young-at-heart alumni. Meet up with your former classmates under the Young Alums Festival Tent and enjoy free food, drink, and fun.
Commemorative "Young Alum" shirt for Class of '04 grads who pre-register by September 26.
Alumni Zone
Joe Walton Stadium
2:30 - 6 p.m.
NEW FOR 2014! See the game from up close with reserved bleacher seating on the field, plus a lounge area with food, beer, and pop included. Cost is just $20 per person or $30 a couple and includes game ticket(s) and a $10 donation benefiting RMU Athletics.
Homecoming Game
Joe Walton Stadium
3 p.m. Kickoff
The Colonials will host the Monmouth Hawks for John Banaszak's first Homecoming as head coach. Get your game tickets here.
'80s Concert
The Ginger Beards
After The Game
We celebrate the Class of '89 with a live '80s concert outside Joe Walton Stadium after the game. Rock out with the Ginger Beards and post your favorite '80s songs on our Facebook page and maybe it will show up on their playlist.


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Something that is often misunderstood is the idea of armspeed and how fast you have to be moving.
While more arm speed has more distance potential than less arm speed, it's not the real meat of the subject here.
I'm not sure how many people are familiar with roller coaster design but there are several tricks involved in design, the key is this: inside the car you feel like you are moving faster than the car is actually moving.
To provide a safe yet enjoyable ride, roller coaster designers understand how to employ certain tricks to give the illusion of speed. Basically, they know how to use angles and directional changes to manipulate the feelings of inertia, angular velocity, etc. without needing the car itself to be moving that fast. When you whip around a turn it may feel like you're flying around the corner out of control. In reality the car is moving quite slow but you are feeling the angular velocity of the arc.
Throwing with snap employs a similar concept. The disc is the rider but instead of staying in the car, it goes flying out with the forces generated by the angle and direction changes. It doesn't require tremendous arm speed to make this happen, just a good sense of timing and precise directional changes.


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Festive Tossed Salad with Walnuts Recipe
5 5 5
This is a delightful salad that has a wonderful blend of flavors. It has a crunchy texture and looks good, too, with its variety of colors.
Recommended: 30 Fall Harvest Salads
VERIFIED BY Taste of Home Test Kitchen
- 1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 12 cups torn mixed salad greens
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
- 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh parsley sprigs
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- In a skillet, cook and stir walnuts in butter until toasted, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in the sugar, pepper and salt.
- In a salad bowl, toss the greens, cranberries, cheese and walnuts.
- Place the dressing ingredients in a blender or food processor; cover and process until smooth.
- Drizzle desired amount over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately. Refrigerate leftover dressing. Yield: 12 servings.
Originally published as Festive Tossed Salad in Country December/January 2001, p49
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Reviewed Feb. 27, 2014
"This was delightful. Sever it at a hospitality room. They thought it was wonderful."
Reviewed Nov. 20, 2011
"Whoops - meant to add that I have used blue cheese in place of the feta and it was equally as good! Also, do not skip toasting the walnuts - this is what makes this recipe so good."
Reviewed Nov. 20, 2011
"I wish I could give this recipe 6 stars - it is HANDS DOWN the best salad recipe I have ever made. I have lost track of the amount of times I have been asked for the recipe."
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"This is my husband most favorite salad. He is always asking for it. I double the dressing recipe. He can't get enough of it. Thanks for such a good recipe."


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Worldview & Culture
The Wages of Spin
Book by Carl R. Trueman
There is an increasing tendency in Evangelical circles to regard disagreement in our allegedly post-modern world as inherently oppressive. Too many people sit on the fence and ignore, or are unaware of, the fact that Christianity is an historical religion. … Learn MorePaperback $18.00 $14.40 Add to Cart
Do Hard Things: A Teenage Rebellion Against Low Expectations
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Most people don't expect you to understand what we're going to tell you in this book. And even if you understand, they don't expect you to care. And even if you care, they don't expect you to do anything about … Learn MorePaperback $15.00 $12.00 Add to Cart
Think: The Life of the Mind and the Love of God
Book by John Piper
We often pit thinking and feeling against each other, especially when it comes to the Christian experience. Glorifying God with our minds and hearts, however, is not either-or, but both-and. Focusing on the life of the mind will enable you … Learn More
Simple Gifts
Music by Saint Andrew's Strings
The gifts of God are both simple and profound. We see and hear the beauty of His world, yet such daily enjoyments are under girded by an awesome Providence. A strong and omnipotent hand sustains all we know. All things, … Learn MoreDownload $0.00 Add to Cart
The Disappearance of God
Book by Albert Mohler
More faulty information about God swirls around us today than ever before. No wonder so many followers of Christ are unsure of what they really believe in the face of the new spiritual openness attempting to alter unchanging truth. For … Learn MorePaperback $15.00 $12.00 Add to Cart
To Live is Christ
Music by Nathan Clark George
Nathan Clark George is a singer/songwriter and church musician who is passionate about creating thoughtful and meaningful worship through turning to the Scriptures in song. To Live is Christ includes twenty-two tracks from the Old and New Testaments. This two disc … Learn MoreCD $15.00 $12.00 Add to Cart
Can Man Live Without God?
Book by Ravi Zacharias
This book celebrates one of the most classic messages of our day. In Can Man Live Without God?, Ravi Zacharias provides a brilliant and compelling apologetic defense of the Christian faith — the likes of which we haven't seen since C.S. … Learn More
The Battle for the Beginning: Creation, Evolution and the Bible
Book by John MacArthur
Many Christians who claim to believe that the Bible is God's revealed truth seem willing to allow modern scientific theories to replace the Genesis account of creation. Such compromises present a conspicuous danger. Bible teacher and pastor, John MacArthur, believes … Learn More
The Gagging of God: Christianity Confronts Pluralism
Book by D.A. Carson
A leading evangelical scholar presents clear, compelling thoughts on salvation through Christ alone. The book addresses the growing popularity of pluralistic theology. The Gold Medallion Award-winning book that presents a persuasive case for Christ as the only way to God. … Learn MorePaperback $30.00 $18.00 Add to Cart
God's Alphabet for Life: Devotions for Young Children
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Using the alphabet as a guide, this book provides 26 devotional meditations for young children (ages 4-9), based on Bible texts that children can easily memorize. God's Alphabet for Life stresses that, like adults, children must be born again, come … Learn MorePaperback $8.00 $6.40 Add to Cart
The Next Story: Life and Faith After the Digital Explosion
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Classical Apologetics
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Drs. R.C. Sproul, John Gerstner, and Arthur Lindsley provide a rational defense of Christianity and a friendly refutation of Cornelius Van Til's presuppositional apologetics. They assert that Christianity is eminently reasonable and provide tools for sharing the faith. This book … Learn MorePaperback $26.00 $20.80 Add to Cart
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North Yorkshire trainer Micky Hammond, on the mark at Catterick yesterday with Alderbook Lad, can click again at Sedgefield today with Kathlatino, who carries the nap vote.
The seven-year-old finished a good third at Wetherby's Christmas meeting and that form received a boost yesterday when runner-up Getabuzz won well at Catterick.
Joe Colliver, good value for his 5lb claim, gets the leg up on Kathlatino in the Furlongs Racing Novices' Handicap Hurdle and a bold bid is expected from the Middleham raider.
Hammond's neighbour Phil Kirby can also figure on the Sedgefield scoreboard.
Kirby saddles Moscow Presents in the Horse Racing Free Bets At bookmakers.co.uk Handicap Hurdle and the recent Haydock winner is fancied to oblige again off a 7lb higher mark.
Moscow Presents was rediscovering his form at Haydock and, now that he has got his head in front again, he needs following. Adam Nicol again has the mount.
Pamak D'airy should go well in the Compare Bookmakers Odds At bookmakers.co.uk Handicap Chase.
Harry Hogarth's gelding has finished in the frame in all his three starts this season, twice at Hexham and once on this course.
He is overdue a winning turn and may find opportunity knocking here under the accomplished Tony Kelly.
Also worth noting are Baltic Pathfinder (1.15) from the in-form Sue Smith yard and Donald McCain's promising Master Dee (3.45) in the bumper.
On the Flat at Wolverhampton, Tim Easterby's Mappin Time is fancied to gain his second win in just over three weeks.
The sprinter came good at Southwell last time with Adam Carter in the saddle and the 5lb claimer takes the mount again in the Compare Bookmakers At Bookmakers.co.uk Handicap over six furlongs.
Lexi's Hero, runner-up to Mappin Time, may again be his main danger after finishing a good runner-up again since.
Richard Fahey, trainer of Lexi's Hero, can clinch the claimer with Kiama Bay, the mount of George Chaloner.
Far from disgraced in a hot handicap at Lingfield last weekend, the Malton gelding will appreciate this drop in class, especially as it comes on a course where he has been successful in the past.
Derek Shaw has his horses in excellent heart and the Nottinghamshire trainer can win the opening sprint with Borough Boy (4.00), the mount of Dale Swift.
A Southwell winner on his penultimate start, Borough Boy finished a respectable third on the same course last Sunday.
He is running very well at present and is a previous winner at this venue.
RACING selections
Wolverhampton today
4.00 Borough Boy, 4.30 Mappin Time, 5.00 Tracks Of My Tears, 5.30 Kiama Bay, 6.00 Kashmir Peak, 6.30 Sweet Vintage, 7.00 Zamra.
Sedgefield today
12.45 Sir Mangan, 1.15 Baltic Pathfinder, 1.45 Kathlatino (NAP), 2.15 Pamak D'airy, 2.45 Moscow Presents, 3.15 Willie Hall, 3.45 Master Dee.
Today's other meeting: Lingfield.
Tomorrow's meetings: Kempton, Lingfield, Warwick and Wetherby.


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catmoon wrote:Every time I sit, getting up is like trying to crawl out from under sedation, and the frequent result is an immediate nap. Is that normal? Expected?
IanAnd wrote:Bhikkhu Pesala's suggestion from Ajahn Chah regarding "sitting on the edge of a deep well" is an excellent example of what is mean by the establishment of sati. If you let your mindfulness wander for even a moment, you might fall into the well. Best to establish it at the outset and take advantage of the intensity of alertness that it produces. If you practice this way, you should never feel sleeeepy after meditation again. It should be an invigorating experience, with the mind bright, sharp, malleable, and steady.
Six things are conducive to the abandonment of sloth and torpor:
Knowing that overeating is a cause of it;
Changing the bodily posture;
Thinking of the perception of light;
Staying in the open air;
Noble friendship;
Suitable conversation.
Guy wrote:Hi Catmoon,
What meditation object are you using? What kind of things are you doing when you are not meditating?
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For months, there have been questions about who would fill the void created by the Baltimore Ravens from the trade of Anquan Boldin.
The answer to that question appears to be veteran wide receiver Brandon Stokley.
MORE: Jets QB situation | Aaron Hernandez case
Stokley, 37, will sign with the Ravens, according to The Baltimore Sun. Last season, Stokley enjoyed a comeback season with Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos by hauling in 45 receptions for 544 yards and five touchdowns.
Stokley provides a sure-handed possession receiver for a team that traded Boldin to the 49ers this offseason and also lost tight end Dennis Pitta for the season with a fractured and dislocated hip.
Signing with the Ravens will bring Stokley back to the team that originally drafted him. The Ravens drafted Stokley in the fourth round of the 1999 draft and he played four seasons with the team.
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Touching Base: A Message from the ChiefDecember 2, 2012
Dear Community Members and Department Personnel:
For your Information:
On December 1, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) published their preliminary report regarding the Pasadena Police Helicopter accident, which occurred on November 17. You can read the preliminary report at:
www.ntsb.gov/aviationquery/AccList.aspx?month=11&year=2012. The NTSB, which is the lead agency in this investigation, will publish a factual report in about a year. The final report (Probable Cause) will be ready in about three years.
Save the Date:
On December 7, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Anthony Portantino is hosting a Holiday Open House & Community Appreciation event at the Armory Center for the Arts, 145 North Raymond Avenue. The event is features a book drive to benefit local public school libraries and nonprofit organizations. Attendees are encouraged to donate a new, unwrapped book, appropriate for kindergarten through 6th grade readers.
On December 8 from 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. the Salvation Army is hosting its Second Red Kettle Ring-Off at the Paseo Colorado. Mayor Bill Bogaard, City Manager Michael Beck, Fire Chief Calvin Wells and I will attempt to raise the most money during this friendly competition. All the donated funds will go toward serving Pasadena families in need. Salvation Army Major Darren Norton will be on hand at the Red Kettle Ring-Off to help direct your favorite city official.
On December 9, from 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) officials and Urban Homestead City Farm, A Pasadena model for sustainable living, will join Pasadena Mayor Bill Bogaard for the United Nations Association's and City of Pasadena's Human Rights Day event. The event will celebrate the 64th anniversary of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and as a kick-off for 2013 as the United Nations' Year of Water Cooperation. The event will be held at the Pasadena Central Library, 285 East Walnut Street, Donald Wright Auditorium. Admission is free. For more information visit www.unapassadena.or or call Rhonda Stone, Field Representative to the Mayor, at (626) 744-7147.
On December 27 from 3:00 – 7:00 p.m., The Pasadena Police Activities League (PAL) is hosting a Sneak Peek Preview of the 2013 Rose Parade floats before they head down Colorado Boulevard. The preview will be held at Phoenix Decorating Company, 835 South Raymond Avenue. Admission is $25 for adults, $10 for kids (under 15). Food/drinks will be available. For more information, or to RSVP, please contact Jill Hawkins at firstname.lastname@example.com, or (626) 791-1225.
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On November 14, the California Board of State and Community Corrections informed the Pasadena Police Department of the award approval in the amount $492,520 for the 2013-2014 California Gang Reduction, Intervention and Prevention (Cal-GRIP). The Pasadena Police Department and the Flintridge Center partnered in submitting an evidenced-based grant to fund community programs to reduce gang violence, youth participation in gangs, and providing reintegration programs for those recently released from incarceration. The Pasadena Police Department would like to thank the Flintridge Center's Executive Director, Jaylene Moseley, Sarah Orth, and Commander John Perez for their leadership in the successful award of the CalGRIP grant for a second consecutive year.
On November 18, I met with Judges Dorothy Nelson, Raymond Fisher, and Richard Paez to discuss public safety, use of force, and the law. All serve on the United States 9th Circuit Court of Appeals and have experience dealing with police litigation. The judges provided informative insight about the use of force and police conduct within the context of the law.
On November 26, Deputy Chief Darryl Qualls, Officer Anthony Russo, Brian Biery (Flintridge Center), and I attended a meeting hosted by Senator Carol Lui to discuss the impact of parole reentry. There were several other law enforcement representatives at the meeting to share their perspectives, concerns, and opinions. California is in the second year of the Parole Reentry Program (early release from state prisoners), which was mandated by the United States Supreme Court in 2010 to reduce the prison population. The Pasadena Police Department developed the Pasadena Reintegration and Enforcement Program (PREP), which is facilitated by Officer Anthony Russo. Compliance checks are routinely conducted by detectives assigned to the West San Gabriel Valley-Anti Crime Taskforce (WSGV-ACT_, uniform patrol officers, other units within the department. As part of a comprehensive approach to ensure early release prisoners have every opportunity to succeed, the Pasadena Police Department collaborates with about 324 nonprofit organizations through the Pasadena / Altadena Reintegration Council (PARC). PARC has served approximately 460 formally incarcerated people since June 2011.
On November 27, I attended the Swearing-in Ceremony for Sierra Madre Chief of Police, Larry A. Giannnone. There were several Los Angeles County Chiefs at the ceremony, numerous community members, and public safety personnel. Larry served as the Interim chief for the past year prior to his appointment.
On November 27, Pasadena Police Sergeant Marie Sell, Sergeant Vasken Gourdikian, Corporal Robin Stinson, and Officer Lynda Mercado attended the Historical Highlands community meeting. The meeting was well attended and Marie, Robin, and Lynda talked about public safety issues, prevention measures, and property crimes.
On November 28, Pasadena Police Department hosted a Community Training Day (for Spanish speaking community members) at the range. The course was facilitated by Police Specialists Arlene Ramos, Communications Operator Diana Parra, Officer Veronica Burris, Corporal Alonzo Wilkins, Sergeant Bobby Lomeli, and Communications Center Supervisor Melissa Trujillo. Lieutenant Rodney Wallace provided opening remarks. The class consisted of approximately 20 Spanish-speaking adults (all Pasadena residents) and the topics included: public safety, use of force, and communications.
On November 28, Forensic Specialist Ralph Chapman and I stopped by the Jackie Robinson Center (JRC) to talk with community members attending the hot meal program. Ralph and I spent some time talking with Pastor Burrell and community members.
Pasadena's Finest:
On November 20, Commander John Perez and Flintridge Center's Director of Prevention and Intervention, Ricky Pickens, met with representatives from the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP), a non-profit research organization based in New York and Washington D.C. The meeting was held at the Pasadena Police Department and the group discussed the 2012 global peace index and neighborhood peace strategies to enhance the quality of community life for all people. The peace index measures various social characteristics such as homicide rates, frequency of violent crime, incarceration levels, and the economic impact of violence in society. We look forward to working with IEP in the future and developing peace strategies for our community. The Institute for Economics and Peace research publications can be accessed at http://economicsandpeace.org/publications.
On November 20, I received an email from a Private Investigator commending Pasadena Police Officer Doug Hamblin. The author was pleased with Doug's overall response to a very delicate and potentially dangerous situation. He wrote, "… I am personally grateful to Officer Hamblin for his professionalism and help, and on behalf of my client I wish to extend their gratitude as we….."
On November 20, I received an email from Pasadena Police Corporal Glenn Thompson commending six Pasadena youths on their achievements while attending the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Explorer Academy. The Pasadena Explorers recruits completed their class run and earned their patches (which is a very big deal). Our recruits are: Viridian Flores, Wendy Realegno, Jose Orsorto, Bryant Huerta, Deanna Quiros, and Janet Hernandez. If you are interested in learning more about the Pasadena Police Explorer Program, please contact Glenn at email@example.com, or visit the department website at cityofpasadena.net/Police/.
On November 20, Pasadena Police Sergeant Mario Ortiz and Motor Officer Derek Locklin attended a Motivational Media Assembly at AGBU Vatche and Tamar Manoukian High School. The drug prevention and highway safety assembly was presented by Motivational Speaker Dave Cornett. The program includes popular music videos, movies, and television clips to educate young people about making informed choices. There were about 100 students participating in the program. Pasadena Police Sergeant Vasken Gourdikian helped to coordinate the program at the school.
On November 27, the Pasadena Youth Center's (PYC) Board of Directors held their quarterly meeting at the Pasadena Police Department to discuss the outcome of the 2012 Adelante Young Men's Conference. The session also established the goals for the 2013 Adelante Mujer Latina Conference. PYC is led by Executive Directive Stella Murga and board members include Ana Olgaz, Diane Medina, Kristi Lopez, Gerda Govine, Jack Ochoa, and John Perez. The Pasadena Youth Center continues to be a community leader in developing our youth to realize their vocational and leadership abilities. If you are interested in learning more, volunteering, or being a sponsor, please visit their website at http://pasadenayouthcenter.org/home.
On November 28, The Armenian Relief Society of Western United States, and Pacific Clinics held a Community Forum at Saint Mary's Church, located at 500 South Central Avenue in Glendale. This was one of five workshop series which will be held between November 28th and January 9th. Pasadena Police Sergeant Greg Afsharian served on a panel of experts speaking about the issues surrounding substance abuse and addiction. Additional panelists were Garo Ghazarian, Esq; Angelique Shirvanian, Action Parent & Teen Support Programs; Kevin Babayan, MA, CDAC; and Glendale Police Officer Matt Zakarian. Suzanne Douzmanian, Chairperson, Armenian Advisory Board, Pacific Clinics/PUSD-Armenian Liaison Specialist, served as the moderator. The focus and objective for the evening was drug addiction and prevention for young people.
On November 29, several Pasadena Police employees attended the City of Pasadena 25 Year Club Luncheon to honor employees for their service to the community. Each honored member had a minimum of 25 years of service to the City. There were employees from the following departments: City Clerk, City Manager, DoIT, Fire, Libraries, Planning, Police, Public Works, Transportation, and Water & Power. The police honorees included: Andrea DeLeon, Thomas Gonzales, Christopher Gutierrez, John Luna, Robert Mercado, Alex Padilla, David Reavis, Lisa Rosales, and Robert Tucker.
On November 29, several Pasadena employees joined with coworkers from other city departments to wish farewell to Deputy Planning and Development Director, Stephanie Wolfe. Stephanie served the community for more than 18 years and was recently selected as Planning Director for the City of West Hollywood. Pasadena Councilman Terry Tornek spoke on behalf of the city council and presented Stephanie with a proclamation highlighting her service. City Manager Michael Beck, Assistant City Managers Steve Mermell and Julie Gutierrez, and Planning Director Vince Bertoni all spoke about Stephanie's dedication and talents.
On November 29, several Pasadena Police employees, family members, friends, and Pasadena Police Foundation Representatives attended the Youth Accountability Board (YAB) Graduation, which was held at the police department. The graduation was facilitated by Pasadena Program Coordinator, Olivia Siciliano, and Pasadena Police Officer, Bryan Marin. Maria and Angel Benavides (parents of one of the graduates) talked with parents about their YAB experience with their daughter. The YAB is funded in part by the Pasadena Police Foundation (PPF). PPF Board member Myron Yanish was in the audience. The following Pasadena Police employees attended the graduation to support our youth: Darryl Qualls, John Perez, Cheryl Moody, Tory Riley, Marcia Taglioretti, Jessie Carrillo, Monica Cuellar, Schuyler Sandeen, Van Kim, Alex Padilla, Rodney Wallace, Anh Ly, and Josh Jones. Explorers from Post 19 and Pasadena Volunteers also participated in the graduation.
Critical Incidents:
Prior to September 2011, a White Male adult committed several bank robberies throughout Los Angeles County. Two of the bank robberies were committed in Pasadena. The two Pasadena cases were assigned to Pasadena Police Detective Robert Mercado, who solicited the assistance of the Pacific Southwest Regional Fugitive Taskforce (PSWRFTF) to identify and apprehend the suspect. In September 2012, Pasadena Police detectives assigned to PSWRFTF received information from a reliable source implicating the responsible person for the bank robberies. Robert developed the information which subsequently identified the suspect. The investigation determined the suspect was possibly in Memphis, Tennessee. On November 29, the suspect information was shared with the United States Marshal's Service in Tennessee. The US Marshals later located and arrested the suspect without incident.
On October 11, Pasadena Police officers investigated a residential burglary in the 1100 block of Paladora Avenue. The suspect stole jewelry, an iPod, and digital cameras. Pasadena Forensic Technician Allen Brogdon processed the scene and recovered some physical evidence. The case was assigned to Detective Deanne Nestlerode. On November 18, Deanne received notification from Forensic Technician Danielle Biglin that a suspect had been identified by the evidence collected at the scene.
Deanne contacted detectives assigned to the West San Gabriel Valley Anti-Crime Taskforce (WSGV-ACT) and told them about the burglary suspect. WSGV-ACT detectives developed the information and determined the suspect was likely living with his girlfriend in Pasadena. The detectives observed the suspect exiting his girlfriend's house and detained him. Deanne was notified and applied for a search warrant. Once the search warrant was approved, WSGV-ACT detectives, Detective Andrea DeLeon, and Deanna searched the location where they discovered much of the property stolen from the Paladora address. The suspect was arrested without incident and the case was presented to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office, where felony charges were subsequently filed.
On November 20 at about 10:00 a.m., police detectives assigned to the West San Gabriel Valley Anti–Crime Taskforce (WSGV-ACT) conducted a parole compliance search at the home of a local gang member in the 100 block of Penn Street. During the search, ACT detectives recovered a firearm. The gang member was on active parole and was arrested for possession of a firearm. The WSGV-ACT has seized four guns in the past few weeks. All the recovered firearms will be run through NIBIN system. The task force is supervised by Pasadena Police Sergeant Vasken Gourdikian.
On November 23 at about 4:15 p.m., Pasadena Police officers responded to the 300 block of South Mentor Avenue regarding an armed robbery that just occurred. On arrival, officers talked with the victim who said he and a female friend had just finished shopping when they were approached by the suspect (Male Hispanic). The suspect pointed a gun at the victims and demanded their property (cell phone, purse, and a camera). Fearing for their safety, the victims complied with the suspect's demands. The suspect then ran to a nearby car driven by a Female Hispanic adult. The two suspects fled the location in their car, but not before the victim obtained a license plate number and vehicle description.
Officers Sean Porter, Jack Rappuchi, and Sergeant Tory Riley began their investigation and determined the vehicle used as the get-a-way car was registered to an address in Pomona. Sean contacted Pomona Police Department and requested their officers check the address of the registered owner. Several house later, Pomona Police officers stopped the vehicle. Sean, Jack and Tory responded to Pomona and interviewed the suspects. The suspects subsequently made a statement regarding the robbery. Stolen property taken in the robbery was found in the suspect's vehicle along with the weapon (BB gun). The suspects were arrested and transported to the Pasadena Police Department jail where they were booked.
On November 24 at about 7:30 p.m., Pasadena Police officers responded to La Tierra Street and Vinedo Avenue regarding a solo vehicle traffic collision. The driver and only occupant, was seriously injured when his car impacted a tree. The victim was transported to a local hospital. Alcohol was believed to be involved. Pasadena Police Lieutenant Randell Taylor and officers assigned to the department's Traffic Section investigated the collision.
On November 25 at about 4:30 p.m., Pasadena Police officers responded to the 700 block of Elmira Street regarding a suicide investigation. On arrival, officers talked with relatives who said they discovered the victim lying on the floor, apparently deceased. Evidence at the scene suggested the victim closed and sealed the doors and windows and started a BBQ grill. The relatives indicated the victim had been depressed over the past few years. The Los Angeles Corner's Office responded to take custody of the victim's body.
Phillip L. SanchezChief of PolicePasadena Police Department207 N. Garfield AvenuePasadena, CA 91101(626) 744-4545Mission First, People Always


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The Auckland opener, so effective in the white ball games, has battled for runs in the last five tests. But Carter dropped a broad hint there won't be a move down the order in the second test against South Africa, starting at St George's Park tomorrow night.
Against India, Sri Lanka and in the first South African test, Guptill has mustered just 118 runs at 11.8.
Against the West Indies in July-August, Guptill rattled up 277 runs in four innings at 69, but it's been a different story since. And his ODI (37.73 in 65 games) and T20 (33.93 in 38 games) numbers suggest he's got his short game well in hand.
However, Carter is confident Guptill, who looked bewildered on his second innings dismissal at Cape Town last week - turning a ball heading towards the leg side straight to short mid wicket - will come right.
"Martin's been searching for the ball a little in front of himself," Carter said.
"We're trying to talk to him about that technically and he's been putting in a little bit of work on that. It is something we need to monitor."
Carter had heard the idea put about of a change at the top, but made it clear he's backing Guptill to come through this challenge.
"Gup is a person who can handle it at the top and hopefully he'll do that again."
And Carter raised an interesting theory. In their last two series in India and Sri Lanka, New Zealand were poor in the first tests, but bounced back noticeably in the second - particularly at Colombo, which they won by 167 runs.
Carter didn't want to suggest New Zealand may be slow starters in series, then effectively said it another way. "It's almost like we seem not to be prepared for that intensity we did face," he said. In technical terms, Carter reckons New Zealand batsmen have the wherewithal, just not consistently enough.
"I think sometimes technically we are right up there," he said.
"For example the innings BJ Watling played (42 in 3 hours at Cape Town) was technically very good. We've got [centurymaker] Dean Brownlie, who I thought technically played well. But there's always that step up to the mental pressures."
The challenge may be slightly less relentless without the hamstrung Vernon Philander in the South African lineup. But there's general acceptance the ball will swing at St George's Park where Rory Kleinveldt, a big strong lump of a fast-medium bowler, will play his third test in the outstanding Philander's place.
"We know it will swing. It always swings here," Carter said.
New Zealand left arm swing bowler Trent Boult concurred.
"There's swing there, definitely, with the new ball but I'm not sure how much it's going to hang around like the conditions in Sri Lanka or India. It's a crucial part of it to swing that new ball and use it as effectively as possible."
And Boult gave an insight into the experience of bowling at South Africa's champion batsmen like captain Graeme Smith, Hashim Amla, Jacques Kallis and AB de Villiers.
"You hear the crowd behind them," he said. "At the same time it's something pretty exciting. I definitely live to get the big players out and it's a great challenge."
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Converted pitcher Baez impressing in relief
LOS ANGELES -- When Don Mattingly looks at right-hander Pedro Baez, the Dodgers' manager can see shades of closer Kenley Jansen.
Both are converted pitchers -- Baez from third base, Jansen from catcher. Both are primarily one-pitch relievers -- Baez with his fastball, Jansen with his cutter.
Mattingly said he still wants Baez to refine his secondary stuff, add something "softer that goes down," but the manager has been pleased by what he's seen out of the 26-year-old this month. In two August stints with the Dodgers, Baez has thrown seven scoreless innings, allowing just four hits and walking two.
"He looks like a guy who has a good chance to be a part of what we do. If not this year, then moving forward," Mattingly said. "Right now, he's growing up. He's getting better. We'll take it for what it is."
Mattingly said he was impressed with how Baez performed in recent series against the Angels and Brewers. Baez faced Mike Trout, Albert Pujols and Josh Hamilton in Anaheim, then faced Brewers sluggers Jonathan Lucroy, Ryan Braun and Aramis Ramirez, and came away unscathed.
"You hope that he gains confidence," Mattingly said. "The two times I used him, I gave him the total heart of the lineup. He did great.
"I think with a young player and a guy who just switched to pitching not too long ago, if they come up and have success, it's something that inside you says, 'I can do this.'"
Michael Lananna 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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The 2006 ground breaking for the Vaughn International Studies Academy (VISA) in Pacoima, California represented the delivery on a promise by nationally known principal Dr. Yvonne Chan to create a pre-K-12 "educational corridor" in this poverty-blighted community. VISA is the 9-12 extension of Chan's pre-K – 8th grade charter school, the Vaughn 21st Century Learning Center, that has achieved remarkable success in accelerating the achievement of its low income, Latino student population, many of whom come to school speaking virtually no English. VISA was to be the capstone of their journey, preparing them for college and developing in them the knowledge, skills and dispositions needed for success in the 21st century global environment. Amid the celebration of hope for Vaughn students' continued success at VISA, a reporter asked the question, "But why do those kids need to know about the world?"
The meaning of the reporter's question was clear. Given where they come from, it's enough of a challenge to boost academic outcomes for these students so they even have a chance for college. Why bother to teach them, and why should they be expected to know about the world beyond our borders? VISA is one of a national network of international studies schools operating primarily in low income communities that are defining success precisely in terms of their students' academic prowess and global competency, and are implementing a school model designed specifically to achieve these two critical goals.
Globalization and Its Implications for Educating All Students
Two intertwined imperatives face American education. The first is the problem of persistent underachievement by American students, especially low income and minority children, against U.S. standards and international benchmarks. On the 2007 National Assessment of Educational Progress, for example, less than 33% of all eighth grade students nationally score at or above the proficient level in math (NCES, 2007a) and less than 32% score at or above theproficient level in reading (NCES, 2007b). Moreover, there is consistently a sizable difference between minority and non-minority students, and between poor and non-poor students on these indices. For example, 42% of white eighth graders are categorized as at or above proficient in mathematics and 40% in reading, whereas less than 12% of eighth grade African Americanstudents and nearly 16% of Hispanic students at grade 8 are at or above proficient in math, and less than 16% of students from both groups are at or above proficient in reading. Results from the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) 2006 Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) show nearly 25 percent of U.S. 15-year-olds scored at the lowest level of proficiency or below in science. (OECD, 2007).
A second imperative is to prepare students for work and civic roles in a "globalized" environment where success increasingly requires the ability to compete, connect, and cooperate on an international scale. Globalization—the ongoing acceleration of economic, social and cultural exchanges across the planet (Suarez-Orozco & Sattin, 2007)—has forever changed the stage upon which today's students will act out their lives. Over the past two decades, with the addition of millions of increasingly well educated Indians, Chinese, Russians and others into the worldwide labor force, the competition for living wage jobs is truly international (Friedman, 2005). One in five U.S. jobs is now tied to international trade (U.S. Census Bureau, 2004, p. 8) which means, according to the Committee on Economic Development (2006), that U.S. employers will "increasingly need employees with knowledge of foreign languages and cultures to market products to customers around the globe and to work effectively with foreign employees and partners in other countries."
The nature of work, itself, is changing. The demand for complex cognitive and communication skills has risen sharply over the past four decades, with fewer jobs requiring simple analysis skills or manual labor (Levy and Murnane, 2007). As more routine jobs can be done by computer or outsourced to cheaper labor markets, the economic advantage will go to those students who can analyze and solve novel problems for which there are no known solutions, who can recognize patterns and similarities among myriad facts and figures, and who have the capacity for nuanced interaction with other people, especially those that do not share the same cultural context—skills that cannot be duplicated by technology or workers with limited education (Gardenfors, 2007; Levy and Murnane, 2007).
Globalization is about the increasing connections worldwide between people and events. Virtually every major issue people face—from global warming to terrorism—has an international dimension (Stewart, 2007). Information technologies enable cross cultural communication at the click of a mouse key. And with between 185 and 200 million migrants worldwide (Suarez-Orozco & Sattin, 2007), migration and immigration are creating enormously more culturally and linguistically diverse societies, including U.S. communities and schools. Deep content knowledge about other cultures, as well as the disposition to not just tolerate but to seek opportunities to positively interact with individuals from varied backgrounds, are needed foundations for work and citizenship in the 21st century.
Many U.S. students are at risk of being unprepared for the demands and opportunities of a global economy. Most vulnerable are disadvantaged youth for whom American schools have historically fallen short of providing the quality of education needed for truly equal opportunity for success. In fact, the very notion of education being the means for equal opportunity appears to have lost ground. The No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) has effectively substituted the idea of "closing the achievement gap" between racial and socioeconomic groups on standardized tests for the more robust earlier goal of creating "equal educational opportunity" (Crawford, 2007). Of course it is important to close the achievement gap on basic skills. But standardized tests by and large do not measure the expert thinking and complex communication skills that spell success in college (Conley, 2005) or in the knowledge-driven global economy (Levy and Murnane, 2007, Darling-Hammond, 2007). For low income and minority students, closing the basic skills gap is an essential step toward real equality of opportunity in the global age, but no substitute – a necessary but insufficient goal. What all students need, including those students at VISA and millions like them, is rigorous, world-wise intellectual engagement toward the development of nimble thinking skills, that, unfortunately, instructional practice driven by today's standardized tests is unlikely to provide.


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The crew of Frozen Planet knew that shooting with regular equipment probably wouldn't cut it at the extreme temperatures at the poles, and they couldn't risk malfunction because of the remote filming locations. "If you call and say, 'This piece of kit's broken, can you send me another?' " says producer Mark Linfield, "it'll be 'No,' or, 'Yeah, just hang around for three weeks.' " So the crew tested all of its equipment in a house-size freezer. "We were surrounded by frozen baguettes and bits of meat," Linfield says. "We discovered that lots of our cables for attaching monitors to cameras would go stiff and snap, and the LCD screens would go pale—you just couldn't see anything. And things with oil-based lubricants would stiffen so much you couldn't pan the tripod head." Armed with that information, the filmmakers sought out equipment that could withstand the temperatures: "We replaced the cables with what's called Arctic cabling, which remains flexible at low temperatures, and we sourced monitors that we knew wouldn't let us down in the field."
Frozen Planet's crews took a plane, helicopter, or icebreaker to a location, then traveled over the ice on Ski-Doos. "In the winter, the ice feels like a rock-solid platform," Linfield says. "But in the spring, the ice starts to melt, and you can fall through ice that's too thin." The crew relied on local guides to keep them dry. "We'd have really experienced locals who rode out a considerable distance in front of us," Linfield says, "and when we saw them vanish, we'd put the brakes on!"
But thin ice wasn't the greatest threat to the crew. That would be polar bears, which are a major part of Frozen Planet. The crew relied on local guides to help them find the bears, and many of the shots were filmed by mounting a gyrostabilized Cineflex camera with a telephoto lens to a helicopter. That system let them film from a distance that wouldn't distract the bears, but still get closeups that weren't wobbly. Some shots, however, had to be captured from the ground—a task left to some very brave cameramen. "We had a system where we had a tripod on the back of a Ski-Doo," Linfield says. "If the polar bear would come too close, or lick its lips longingly, you'd jump on the Ski-Doo and floor it."
At night the crew stayed in old trapper's cabins, rigging an electric tripwire around the perimeter. If a bear wandered through the wire, a loud noise would sound and a flare would fire, hopefully scaring the bear away. But that didn't always work, so the crew slept with flare guns and firearms close by. "If a polar bear comes inside the cabin—which we had more than once—you can shoot a flare inside the cabin, and that will scare them away," Linfield says. "We do have firearms with us, just in case. But if you end up having to use your gun, you're doing it wrong."
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TRAFFIC chaos on a Blackburn town centre road will continue for days after tram tracks and a service pit were unexpectedly discovered under the highway surface.
Work at the Salford end of Railway Road was due to fin-ish by the weekend, but then the 70-year-old iron rails and 10ft by 6ft underground chamber were discovered.
They were part of the last tram route in the borough from The Boulevard terminus to the Intack shed, which closed on September 3, 1949, to make way for buses.
The work was the final stage of digging connected with the £30m Cathedral Quarter, which started in November after closing the old bus station and moving stops to a temporary site on the old three-day market. It involved the third set of temporary traffic lights on Railway Road starting by the railway station, moving to opposite the Adelphi pub and Morrisons, then to the Salford end.
The work is to allow the highway to be dug up to divert services such as gas and electricity mains, sewers and water mains off the construction site.
The latest unexpected discovery has led to the digging of a 35 yard-long trench, pushing the temporary traffic lights back beyond the Adelphi side of the pedestrian crossing.
It also required widening the road works to accommodate a mechanical digger.
Tory highways spokesman Alan Cottam said: "They should have seen this coming. There are tram tracks below the road surface all over Blackburn.
"The council should not be saying the road will reopen by the weekend and on Monday be digging a huge trench."
Borough regeneration boss Maureen Bateson said: "While we were aware tram lines were present, their exact location could not be determined fully until we dug down as there are no historic plans for the area.
"A chamber under the old tramlines, at the junction with Morrisons, has been discovered. We think this would have been a service chamber for trams.
"We apologise for the disruption to the travelling public, and we hope this will be resolved in the next few days."


text: WitchLord 4678 Report post Posted April 7, 2013 (edited) I've just checked in the last changes to get delegates fully working in the AngelScript library. If you're interested in trying it out, then you'll need to download revision 1613 from the SVN. The solution builds upon the existing function pointers in AngelScript, and the syntax for creating delegates is similar to C#'s delegates. class Foo { void Bar() { counter++; } void counter = 0; } // Declare a funcdef, which is basically the desired signature for the delegates funcdef void CALLBACK(); void main() { Foo f; // Create the delegate as a construct call for the funcdef // Observe that the single argument gives the object reference and the name of the method CALLBACK @callback = CALLBACK(f.Bar); // Invoke the callback like a normal function callback(); } The delegate is an actual object instance, which is slightly different from function pointers to global functions that doesn't create any new object instances. Even so delegates and function pointers are interchangeable as long as the function signature is identical. Delegates cannot be created for value types as the delegate need to be able to hold on to a reference to the object. Currently it is not possible to create delegates for global functions either, but I'll probably have that implemented in the near future. I hope you like the new enhancement. And please let me know if you find any problems with the implementation, so I can preferably have them fixed before the next release. Regards, Andreas Edited April 7, 2013 by Andreas Jonsson 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites