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Emily is an intelligent, well-rounded high school student. She is in advanced classes and is president of the student government and captain of the cheerleading squad. She has many friends and has a job to help her parents, who are struggling financially. Emily is stressed from balancing schoolwork, extracurricular activities and a time consuming job.
The best place to raise a child in Arkansas, according to Bloomberg Businessweek, is Springdale, a bustling community with a strong agrarian heritage in the northwest corner of the state. The headquarters of massive corporations such as Tyson Foods, Wal-Mart and J.B. Hunt Transport are based in or near town, fueling a recent economic boom that has brought the region new schools, recreational facilities and housing. Last year, the Springdale School District became the second largest in Arkansas, with more than 18,000 students—double its size in 1995.
San Antonio's (Texas) North East Independent School District (NEISD) grows by about 2,000 students per year, says Superintendent Richard A. Middleton, because when new families move to town, many prefer his district out of the 19 others in the city.
Online learning providers have long touted a variety of advantages of their solutions. But the H1N1 epidemic has given new reasons for schools to invest in such technology.
It's not only the treatments of viruses that can have side effects. The H1N1 epidemic itself has created a variety of "side effects" around the country, as well as in nearly every school district. Among them have been opportunities for companies to cash in with new products and services. Not all are legitimate.
Serving meals and snacks at school is fraught with politics and pitfalls. While the battle rages in school cafeterias over menu choices, beverage sales, vending foods, and outright bans on what students can buy or even bring to school, there is some good news. More school districts are reducing the number of fried foods, increasing the levels of fruits and vegetables, and paying attention to fat, calories and the sugar content of the meals they serve.
Northern California native Jim Rowan is passionate about food. A self-taught chef, Rowan had his own catering business, cooked in resorts and hotels, and was a private chef before becoming culinary director at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Wash. But in July 2008, Rowan made the switch from higher ed to K12. He is now the food service director at Astoria (Ore.) School District and Naselle-Grays River Valley (Wash.) School District, which use Chartwells as their food service provider.
If the schools in your district are like most in the United States, there is a good chance that today's lunch features pizza, hot dogs, chicken nuggets or maybe hamburgers with processed cheese. Is serving these types of foods really in the best interest of our children's health? Common sense says no, as do the statistics, which are startling.


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Since the beginning of 2005, MLS has added 10 teams, including New York City FC, which will begin play in 2015. And the league isn't done there.
MLS commissioner Don Garber announced at halftime of the All-Star Game in Kansas City, Kan. that he aims to include four more teams by the end of the decade, in 2020.
"We look forward to adding new partners with the same commitment to the sport and love of the game," Garber said. "As MLS enters a period of accelerated growth, the addition of new teams will allow us to expand our geographic coverage, grow our fan base and help us achieve our vision of being among the best leagues in the world by 2022."
A release said that the league had started discussions with multiple markets. USL Pro side Orlando City SC made a pitch to the MLS board of governors this morning. Additionally, rumors link David Beckham with an expansion side in Miami. And the New York Cosmos will begin play in the NASL this season.
The release said factors taken into consideration will include "committed and engaged ownership; a comprehensive stadium plan; demonstrated fan support for professional soccer in the market; support from sponsors, television partners and other constituents; geographic location; [and] a strategic business plan for the launch and successful operation of the club."
NYCFC reportedly paid $100 million in an expansion fee.
Recent expansion sides such as the Seattle Sounders, Portland Timbers, Vancouver Whitecaps and Montreal Impact have contributed to a significant boost in attendance figures for the league.
"These expansion clubs have brought new ideas that have contributed to our strategy for growing the league and the addition of new markets has expanded our geographic reach while increasing our fan base," Garber said.


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Louisville coach Rick Pitino had expected to have big man Gorgui Dieng, a dominant defensive force and an All-American candidate, to be ready to go against rival Kentucky on Dec. 29.
Turns out, it was wishful thinking.
Dieng, a 6-11 junior, has not played since breaking his left wrist while drawing a charge against Missouri on Nov. 23. He is doing individual work and on Sunday was cleared to practice with the team.
Pitino had hoped he could play a bit Saturday against WKU and then be ready for a full load in the Kentucky game on national TV.
"Gorgui's latest exam with the doctor didn't go as well as my optimism was," Pitino told reporters Tuesday. "The last X-ray we thought it would be healed, and it was not."
"Original estimates of doctors of 4-6 weeks were probably closer to right than my hope of 3-4 weeks."
The coach did say that Dieng -- who averaged 8.2 points, 8.0 rebounds and 2.0 blocks per game – "is in excellent shape now" and that Jan. 2 Big East opener against Providence is the new target date for a return.


text: Chicago Auto Show Announces Best of Show Winners February 18, 2007 12:00 AM FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT: Paul Brian Director of Communications Chicago Auto Show 630.424.6069 email@example.com http://chicagoautoshow.com Consumers pick their favorite vehicles and exhibit at the Chicago Auto Show CHICAGO--Consumer voters proclaimed their auto show favorites in five categories, in the auto show's second annual Best of Show balloting. Winners in the contest's five categories were: Best All-New Production Vehicle: Audi R8 (26% of vote) Best Concept Vehicle: Chevrolet Camaro Convertible (31% of vote) Best Chicago Auto Show World Introduction: Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Ron Fellows Special Edition (45% of vote) Best Exhibit: Jeep (31% of vote) Vehicle I'd Most Like to Have in My Driveway: Chevrolet Camaro (8% of vote) Ten finalists in four categories were selected by a panel of elite automotive journalists. The fifth category, "Vehicle I'd Most Like to Have in My Driveway," allowed voters to choose from any vehicle on the show floor and write in their selection. According to the results, more than a quarter of voters considered the Audi R8 the Best All-New Production Vehicle at the 2007 Chicago Auto Show. It was followed by the new BMW 3-Series convertible. In the Best of Show's tightest category, four percentage points separated the top three finishers in "Vehicle I'd Most Like to Have in My Driveway." In the vote, the Chevrolet Camaro convertible gathered eight percent of the vote, followed by both the Chevrolet Corvette and the Ford Mustang at four percent. Camaro convertible also took Best Concept Vehicle honors. In 2005 the Camaro hardtop was bested by the Dodge Challenger. This year, the bow-tie brigade returned with a ragtop version that was easily one of the most popular vehicles at the show. The star power of the Corvette helped the Ron Fellows Special Edition Z06 top the competition in Best Chicago Auto Show World Introduction. Runner up was another new General Motors product, the Pontiac G8. About one-third of attendees considered the Jeep display to be the Chicago Auto Show's best exhibit. It featured a test track that included a steep hill, water and rocks. Runner up for best exhibit with 16% of the votes was the Dodge display that also featured a test track. The Chicago Auto Show is produced by the Chicago Automobile Trade Association. -END- Back to News


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Limited number of callups to reinforce roster
CHICAGO -- The White Sox expect to call up somewhere between five to eight players when rosters expand in September. Players such as infielder Marcus Semien and catcher Josh Phegley appear to be near certainties, while other candidates would be infielder Carlos Sanchez, first baseman/designated hitter Andy Wilkins and third baseman Matt Davidson.
General manager Rick Hahn would not commit to a September decision for Carlos Rodon, the left-handed pitcher who was the White Sox top pick in the 2014 First-Year Player Draft and third pick overall. He also mentioned outfielder Jared Mitchell as in play for September, with the team's top pick in the 2009 First-Year Player Draft having knocked out nine hits in his last 19 at-bats for Triple-A Charlotte, after hitting .299 with 10 homers in a return to Double-A Birmingham.
"Another guy who has seemed to find a consistent approach that he is now going to stick with and is reaping the benefits from that," said Hahn of Mitchell. "We'll see. Even if for whatever reason he isn't in the mix, he's learned a lot from this season and his arrow is pointing back up again."
Wilkins, who leads the International League in home runs (29), RBIs (82), extra-base hits (65) and total bases (260), is not on the 40-man roster. Rodon also would need a 40-man spot.
Scott Merkin is a reporter for MLB.com. Read his blog, Merk's Works, and follow him on Twitter @scottmerkin. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Evolution Hoax
A9 TV; September 19th 2011
It is me who published the first book on Masonry and Judaism. Alhamdulillah, Allah made me instrumental in introducing this subject through documents to the entire Turkish world and the Islamic world. Our friends are in America today. They are fiercely communicating the message of Islam and the Qur'an in masonic lodges. We expound the adequacy of the Qur'an, the beauty of the morality brought by the Qur'an, the invalidity of Darwinism and materialism, Insha'Allah.
What is so peculiar with Richard Dawkins? He goes and argues with kids, with clergy, Catholic priests, Protestants, rabbis and high school students. There is one single person in the world that he avoids; me. He is assured that I will, in the ideological sense, crush him like a bulldozer.
People have overrated him, but I lifted his veil. In that sense, right now no one takes Dawkins seriously. He has lost his credibility. In the past people used to see him like a legend. Now that we have lifted his veil, they simply ask, "Is that him?" and the case closes. He is in a stalemate in all respects. He used to freely say whatever he wanted. He used to say, "Proteins come into being by chance." When we sent the Atlas of Creation in abundant amounts, all Europeans awakened. They asked him to explain how proteins came into being by chance. Then he said, "Surely it can't be, my brother." "So explain how does it happen?" they demanded. " It was aliens who made them " Dawkins answered. This is the outline. When we asked, "Who made the aliens?" As a response, we hear nothing other than a long pause. Right at the level of protein, I killed him in the ideological sense. From Turkey, from where I sit, I ideologically crushed the guy. In fact there is no need to come face to face with him but, by default, only to display how I crushed his ideas. Otherwise, there is no particular reason for it. Indeed, I have already crushed him in the ideological sense by raising awareness of the people in European countries. I educated the people who asked that question to him; they learned from my books. He asked that question from my book; otherwise, they did not know that a protein could not have come into being by chance. We taught it. They awakened after us. The person who questioned him was the person to whom I sent the Atlas of Creation. He wanted him to explain, but Dawkins has nothing to explain. He merely looks at the ceiling.
What else could he say? He says that it cannot be by chance. He says that what Darwin said was impossible. He says that protein could only come into being through high intelligence, a very high consciousness. He says, "It could be the aliens, what else can I say?" He can not say that it "is Allah Who created them." The issue is over.
(About those who misinterpret the hadiths relating that Hazrat Mahdi (as) will appear in every home"
It is said that he will come in three forms. One; as an image. As the image of his face. Two; as a sound. It is said that a sound will come to one's ear. Three: "His body will form as an image; as a three-dimensional image. It is said that he will come in these three forms. Then they say; "Hazrat Mahdi (as) is in occultation." How can he be? He has already come, how can he come for a second time? Where will he get into prison? Why should he get into prison in that state? Why should he have suffering? In this state, does he have to communicate the message together with his followers? According to this mindset, he already accomplishes his task since he enters every house and every place, and since he demolishes buildings with reciting one takbir (saying Allahu Akbar-Allah is the Greatest). Also keep in mind that everyone will follow him. Then this means he has not just 313 followers but millions of them. That is to say, he has already accomplished his task since everyone will be following him. In this case, there is no need for the appearance of Hazrat Mahdi (as). That is why they don't want him to appear. They want to use Hazrat Mahdi (as) as an imaginary being. They want to say that Hazrat Mahdi (as) will come when one gets into difficulty. They will say, "What will happen to us?" and they will answer. "Hazrat Mahdi (as) would come and save us." They attempted to present him like a refuge in case of a deadlock. In a way, to form something of a psychological satisfaction because they actually do not want him to come.
We ask, "When will he come?" They answer, "We don't know." Don't you say that he enters everyone's home. Then he has already come. He comes at any one's house at any time. He appears at any time you want, and you can consult him as you wish. Also they say that it is obligatory to submit to him. That is to say, when Hazrat Mahdi (as) says something, it is obligatory to do it. [What if he says], "I heard a whisper, go and bomb Turkey." Then it is over. They will just push the button to bomb. That is why all of Europe and Turkey are showing reaction. Now the missile shield system is being installed in Turkey. That is because of the [notion of] this ghost Mahdi. This is a very great peril. A very awkward belief. They almost burn Muslims. You completely deny the spirit of the Qur'an. This is a totally different incident. A state that no other prophet ever experienced. They sit down and demagogue . They attempt to resemble him toProphet Jesus (as).Ashab al-Kahf and Prophet Jesus (as) are related in the Qur'an. Is there such a provision about Hazrat Mahdi (as) in the Qur'an? He is a distinguished servant of Allah.You attribute a power to him that is superior than all prophets. You attribute him a power that no other prophet has ever had and make him a person who is not tried in this world. How would Hazrat Mahdi (as) have his trial in this state? He enters each home, penetrates each wall and exits from everywhere. Having said that, they say, "He will go into prison." So is this occultation? Since he can come whenever he wishes, what kind of an occultation is this? He meets whoever he wishes. You can call him to your home any time. Then what kind of an occultation is this? It becomes an occultation if he enters prison or if he hides by his own will. No one can see him then. This is what we call "occultation". This is what our Prophet (saas) meant when he said "occultation". That is why he links him to Prophet Joseph (as). He will hide in the real sense of the word.
(In response to the question, "Muslim, Christian and Jewish scientists have put down their signatures and admitted to evolution. They acknowledge evolution, why don't you?")
Because I am on the side of Hazrat Mahdi (as). They are not aware of what they are doing.We are on the side of Creation. In his timePharaoh was also trying to convince the public saying, "You have been created from the mud of the Nile", he too was trying to collect signatures from the people there and trying to make them believe. What did Prophet Moses (as) do? Allah made him throw his staff. When the staff turned into a snake, they understood that Creation is a definite fact and the notion of evolution is wrong. So they believed. Therefore those who advocate Creation are with Hazrat Mahdi (as). We, as the followers of Hazrat Mahdi (as), surely advocate Creation.


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Celebrate Fairfax! June 10 - 12 Government Center Parking, Bus Schedules and Roads Affected
Fairfax County Office of Public
12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 551
Fairfax, VA 22035-0065
June 3, 2005
Celebrate Fairfax! June 10 - 12
Government Center Parking, Bus Schedules and
Roads Affected
Celebrate Fairfax! will pitch its tents in the Government Center parking lot from Friday, June 10 to Sunday, June 12. The annual festival celebrates Fairfax County, its employees, its communities and its resources with exhibits, concerts, performing arts, rides, food and fireworks. The festival's hours are: Friday 6 p.m. – midnight; Saturday, 10 a.m. – midnight; and Sunday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
County agencies will highlight their resources. These include emergency preparedness at the Office of Public Affairs booth where festival goers can sign up for the CEAN, the Community Emergency Alert Network, and enter a free drawing for NOAA weather radios. The Office of Emergency Management booth will feature the Fairfax County Citizen Corps, American Red Cross (demonstrating home emergency supply kits) and the Amateur Radio Emergency Service (displaying new emergency communications systems). E-government technology with interactive games will be featured at the Department of Information Technology's tent and at the Health Department's "Healthville" there will be a rockin' and rollin' sock hop – and maybe an Elvis sighting.
There will be no parking at the Government Center for Celebrate Fairfax!, however, nearby parking will be available behind the Pennino and Herrity buildings located on Post Forest Road and Government Center Parkway. Free buses will transport festival goers from the Vienna Metro and off-site parking lots.
Free shuttles will be available at Fair Lakes Circle and Fair Oaks Mall, running from 5 p.m. Friday to 12:30 a.m. Saturday; 9 a.m. Saturday to 12:30 a.m. Sunday; and 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Sunday.
On Saturday and Sunday only, Fairfax Connector will shuttle passengers for free between the Vienna Metro and Celebrate Fairfax! Starting at 9 a.m., this service will run every half-hour, with the last shuttle returning to the Metro half an hour after the festival's close.
Every effort has been made to minimize the impact on county residents access to the building – while providing a festive celebration. To accommodate festival activities, however, general parking at the Government Center will be extremely limited, bus routes will be adjusted and some roads and entrances will be closed.
- Road Closures Start Thursday, June 9 – From 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 9, until 6 a.m. on Monday, June 13, the center entrance roads to the Government Center, across from Post Forest Road at the stoplight, will be closed. At 9 a.m. on Friday, June 10, the north entrance to the Government Center, located nearest the intersection of Monument Drive and Government Center Parkway, also will be closed until Monday, June 13, at 6 a.m. From 6 p.m. Friday, June 10, until 6 a.m. Monday, June 13, Government Center Parkway will be closed between Monument Drive and Post Forest Road.
- Visitor Parking at the Government Center on Friday, June 10 – Visitor parking will only be permitted in the lot on the left, closest to the building. If no spaces are available, visitors will be directed elsewhere by security officers. On Friday, cars will only be able to enter the Government Center from the south entrance at Forum Drive. All other entrances will be closed.
- Government Center Business – Government Center offices will be closed to employees and visitors from 5 p.m. Friday, June 10, until 6 a.m. Monday, June 13. Many of the activities that residents come to the Government Center to transact also can be performed on the county's Web site at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/eservices where there is an extensive list of county services that can be handled online, from renewing library books to paying property taxes. To obtain vehicle decals or pay taxes online, residents can visit the county's Department of Tax Administration Web page at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dta.
- Absentee Voting – During Celebrate Fairfax! the Government Center will be open for absentee voting from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 11, for the June 14 Democratic and Republican primary elections. Absentee voters who are not attending the festival should go to the "Green Gate" (south entrance) where they will be given priority parking and assistance. Further information is available at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/eb/absentee.htm or by calling 703-222-0776, TTY 711.
Fairfax Connector Route Changes (Monday, June 6, to Sunday, June 12) –
From Monday, June 7, to Sunday, June 12, Connector buses will not enter
the Government Center. Routes 605, 621 and 623 will be altered as
- Route 605 Northbound: This route will start at the Yellow Gate of Celebrate Fairfax! on Government Center Parkway, turn left onto Post Forest Road, turn right onto West Ox Road and then turn right onto Legato Road where regular routing will be resumed.
- Route 605 Southbound at Monument Drive and Government Center Parkway: These buses will continue on Monument Drive to Government Center Parkway, make a right on Government Center Parkway and proceed to the Yellow Gate of the festival where the route will end.
- Route 621 and Route 623: Afternoon trips will continue on Government Center Parkway and make a left turn onto Post Forest Road.
- Route 623: In the mornings, these buses will continue on Government Center Parkway to Monument Drive.
For more information about Fairfax Connector route changes or to make reasonable ADA accommodations, please contact Karen Robinson with the Fairfax County Department of Transportation at 703-324-1442, TTY 703-324-1102.
For more information about Celebrate Fairfax!, please visit www.celebratefairfax.org
or call 703-324-3247, TTY 800-828-1120.


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Donaldson undeterred by lack of Cactus League hits
PHOENIX -- Numbers would indicate that Josh Donaldson is Oakland's worst hitter this spring. But there's plenty of evidence proving otherwise.
Donaldson entered Saturday batting .111 through 11 games, before he went 1-for-2 with a home run to bump it to .138. Still, that's the lowest mark of any A's player with at least 15 at-bats. Donaldson has 29, with just four hits in that span. But he thinks he should have a lot more.
"I actually feel pretty good about where I am right now," Donaldson said Saturday. "I think I've lined out about 15 times. It's one of those things where, by the time the season rolls around, they're falling in."
The A's third baseman does have two more home runs in his pocket that he literally saved for a rainy day. Both came in a rained-out game against the Mariners but didn't count.
Then again, do any spring numbers?
Not when you have job security, as Donaldson does. Since last August, when he was promoted from Triple-A to replace an injured Brandon Inge, manager Bob Melvin has consistently supported Donaldson as the everyday guy at the hot corner. The team even moved Scott Sizemore from third back to second to accommodate Donaldson.
"When I came up the last time, I remember Bob telling the media, JD is our starting third baseman from here on out," Donaldson said. "That's huge for me. Him saying that I was going to get the playing time kind of allowed me to take my mind off the hitting and concentrate on defense. I've always been able to hit a little bit, and when I wasn't thinking about it too much, I started coming around."
After batting .153 with one home run in 28 games over two stints with the A's before the All-Star break, Donaldson returned in mid-August and hit .290 with eight home runs over his final 47 games. He also started all five games of the American League Division Series, batting .294.
"At times last year he was trying to do too much, trying to hit the ball out of the ballpark, which is something that he probably continually fights with a little bit," Melvin said. "But when he was successful last year, he knows he was hitting the ball all over the ballpark.
"They may not be falling in right now, but we're not worried about him. We like his approach."
Added Donaldson: "I feel like my approach is getting better every day, that I'm seeing the ball well and swinging at pitches that I want to swing at. Right now I'm just honing in on the zone, and that was a big part of what allowed me to turn it around last year. I was kind of swinging at everything, not really focusing on pitches I can hit. Now, I wait for them to show up. With two weeks left here, I feel like I'm right on pace."
And his defense, constantly in question since the day he removed his catcher's gear to play third base last spring, is now a non-issue.
"That's his strength," Melvin said. "He ended up being one of the top defenders in the league the last few months of the season -- one, because of hard work, [and] two, because he's a good athlete. He could literally probably play anywhere on the diamond."
Jane Lee is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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State of California Department of Justice
Clan Lab Safety Supervisor
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Class Description:
This course if required by 29 CFR 1910.120, for all clandestine laboratory safety supervisors, or law enforcement officers at a clandestine laboratory site who may have to act as the on-scene supervisor. The class is taught with the emphasis placed on the legal issues of supervisoring a clandestine laboratory crew when working with hazardous chemicals and dangerous situations
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We called them Pop-Eye Eggs because the yolk of the egg looked like an eye popping out, but eggs fried inside a hole cut in a piece of bread are called by a large variety of names including Toad in a Hole, Eggs in a Basket, Eggs in the Hole, Eggs in a Blanket, Bird's Nest Eggs, Cowboy Eggs, Bull's Eye Eggs, Gas House Eggs, and Sunshine Toast. If your mom used to make something like this, I'd love to hear in the comments about what you called it.
When I started making these for myself a few years ago they eventually evolved into the healthier version you see here, with the eggs and toast fried in olive oil. I sprinkle them with a little low-fat cheese that melts over the egg, and then eat them with salsa drizzled over. For South Beach Dieters, this is one of my favorite phase two breakfasts because you're not eating even one whole piece of bread, but one Pop-Eye Egg with Cheese and Salsa is a filling breakfast for me.
Pop-Eye Eggs with Cheese and Salsa
(Ingredients given are for two servings, recipe adapted by Kalyn with memories of Pop-Eye Eggs made by her mother.)
1 tsp+ 1 tsp olive oil
2 pieces whole wheat bread (I use Jack Spratt Bread sprouted wheat bread.)
2 large eggs
salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup low-fat grated cheese (I use Four Cheese Mexican Blend)
salsa for serving, optional but good
South Beach Diet Suggestions:
Find More Recipes Like This One:
Nutritional Information?
More Bloggers Cook Eggs in a Hole:
(Recipes from other blogs not always South Beach Diet friendly; check ingredients.)
Heart-Shaped Egg in a Nest from Pinch My Salt
Toad in a PattyPan Hole from A Veggie Venture
Egg-in-a-Hole from The Pioneer Woman Cooks
Egg in a Hole Grilled Cheese from A Cozy Kitchen
French Toad in the Hole from The Amateur Gourmet
(Want even more recipes? I find these recipes from other blogs using Food Blog Search.)


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December has been an active month in the simulation labs. Fundamentals of Nursing students returned for their third and fourth sessions in the sim lab. During session three the students were assigned a patient and were charged with administering medications. Students know the importance of following the guidelines for safe administration of drugs using the Five Rights (right patient, dose, route, drug and time). They appreciated the opportunity to practice this important skill. During session four, SimMan served as the patient for a NSG 201 (second year) student who demonstrated how to perform a head-to-toe assessment. Students then practiced their skills on live "patients" (second year student vounteers) and were observed and evaluated by faculty.
Ryan's enthusiasm and creativity are proving to be quite an asset to our program. He is adept at discovering ways to improve our processes and has a talent for trouble shooting the many little technical issues that can crop up. We are especially pleased that our CSP server is now housing podcasts on custom blogs. Using this familiar platform makes a very user friendly site for students to access videos of simulations. Next we want students to be able access our server from off campus and Ryan has initiated the process to allow this to happen!
Social Work in Practice Students were in the simulation labs for their first experience. Members of Shelley Cohen Konrad's class had an excellent introduction to the benefits of practicing interview skills in the lab setting. An actor played the role of a homeless person who was dealing with a difficult diagnosis. Two students interviewed the "client" while the rest of the class observed via video feed. During the debriefing session students reacted to their experience and received feedback from fellow students and the client actor.
"Everyone has to try this, it was a very valuable learning experience."
Cynthia has offered to meet with faculty from all of the health professions disciplines on the Westbrook College Campus (WCC) and recently was invited to speak about "Simulation Opportunities" in nursing. The faculty of the Nursing Department are proponents of simulation and continue to develop plans for further integration of this teaching modality into nursing courses.
During this December faculty development session, participants were given an overview of the program and the many possibilites for utilizing simulation to prepare nursing students. There was extended discussion related to development of interprofessional opportunities for students at UNE. Faculty are looking at developing connections with colleagues from other health professions on the WCC.
Cynthia has also presented at an Occupational Therapy faculty meeting and looks forward to invitations from other departments who are interested in a Clinical Simulation Program update.
Nursing Anne is one of our medium fidelity simulators who was reintroduced to the Nursing faculty at their December faculty development workshop. Nursing 101 faculty are enthusiastic about using Nursing Anne for their students as they prepare for their first rotations in the hospital setting. They will use her to hone their auscultation skills and will practice urinary catheterization during open lab times in January.
Fifty-two Medical Surgical second-year nursing students were in the simulation labs at various times throughout the semester. They cared for patients with a variety of clinical issues and were enthusiastic about their experiences.
"This was a wonderful learning exsperience. I completely enjoyed everything and realize the value of sim. :-)"
"Today was an awesome learning experience!"
"More sim :-)"
We'll be back in January. In the meantime, Happy Holidays to you all!


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BENICIA -- City leaders have approved a $30,000 public art piece for the Benicia Community Center as part of a package of "green" projects.
The piece will be comprised of recycled glass and metal and will be accompanied by a permanent interactive component, according to the city's arts and culture commission.
"This piece is an art piece that speaks to the heart and soul of what we want to do" to promote environmental awareness, arts and culture commission member Patty Gavin told the City Council on Tuesday. "... It will resonate for many years."
The commission selected the LEED-certified community center at 370 E. L St. as the site of the future installation because of the building's environmental integrity. The center's capacity to reach citizens of all ages was also cited.
According to the project proposal, the installation will be 22 feet long and 6 feet high on a wall near the center's reception area.
The project is a collaboration between the city, the arts commission, the Benicia Historical Museum and six internationally or nationally known local artists. The artists will include Micheal, Nicholas and David Nourot, Mike Kendall, David Nourot and Brian Giambastiani.
Larry Lauber, an electrical engineer from the historical museum, will design and implement audio capabilities for interactive listening.
Commissioners say administrators and teachers in schools throughout Benicia will be notified about opportunities for "eco-sustainability" learning when planning field trips to the center to view and experience the piece.
The final art rendering design still must be recommended by the arts and culture commission to the council.
"For $30,000 ... this is something that will be permanent and will be a treasure for Benicia," said Constance Beutel, vice chair of the Community Sustainability Commission.
The project will be funded with cash from a settlement agreement between the Valero refinery, the city and a community group, the Good Neighbor Steering Committee.
Councilman Tom Campbell wasn't convinced that public art would further the city's climate action goals. However, he agreed to support the project "because everyone else is."
"I hope it winds up being really pretty, and I look at it and claim I was all in favor of it," Campbell said.
The council approved the art project Tuesday as part of a package allocating roughly $467,000 of the funding to various environmental projects. Councilman Alan Schwartzman said he supported the public art component, but voted against the package for other reasons. Schwartzman said he opposed the amount of funding earmarked for salaries in grants to the Benicia Tree Foundation and Arts Benicia.
The council also agreed to spend $300,000 this year, and $205,000 in 2014, on a program to help Benicia Industrial Park businesses save money through energy and water conservation.
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If you're local to Portland, you're probably familiar with OMSI (The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry). If you haven't been, it's truly a wonderful way to spend the day. Whether you're a child of 8 or 80, OMSI has exhibits that will grab your attention and hold you spellbound. This weekend's events are no different and are a wonderful time to explore this Portland attraction.
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Demonstrations and food tastings make up the majority of the day on Saturday, August 4th and Sunday, August 5th. Events start at 11 am and run through 4 pm. It's going to be a hot and sultry weekend, why not escape to the waterfront and enjoy some good *free* food?
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Firefighters made quick work of a spot fire along San Dimas Canyon Road near San Dimas Sunday afternoon, hours before a second blaze ignited in the same area, officials said.
The initial grass fire was reported at 3:27 p.m. along San Dimas Canyon Road, north of Golden Hills Drive, Los Angeles County Fire Department Dispatch Supervisor Cheryl Sims said.
Los Angeles County firefighters, aided by La Verne firefighters, extinguished the 50-foot by 30-foot spot fire in just over 15 minutes, Sims said.
Firefighters returned to the area about 5:30 p.m. after smoke was again spotted emanating from the same area, Sims said.
It was not immediately clear if the second fire was a separate incident, or a flare-up related to the earlier blaze, Sims said.
Water-dropping helicopters were quickly brought to bear on the fire as it remained less than an acre in size, officials said.
No structures were threatened by the flames, Sims said. The fire had initially been burning uphill through brush, but appeared to be, "backing down on itself."
Some of the assisting firefighters were cancelled as their counterparts were getting the upper hand on the second blaze, which was declared "under control" about 6:15 p.m.
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This Week in Catcher Framing, 8/23
Haven't done one of these in a while, but absence from framing makes the heart grow fonder. Time to play catch-up!
We'll start with Vin Scully, who just decided to return for season no. 65. If you don't follow me, you might've missed this, and we can't have that:
Welcome, rookie receivers
In mid-April, I emailed the BP Prospect Staff to ask about the best receivers in the minors. This was before Max Marchi debuted his method for estimating minor-league framing, so we were reliant on scouting info alone. I received three responses: Austin Hedges, Max Stassi, and Travis d'Arnaud. Hedges, who can do everything on defense, was promoted to Double-A early this month, so he doesn't have the sort of sample in the upper minors that would allow us to assess his receiving statistically. But both Stassi and d'Arnaud are in the majors as of this month.
We've seen Stassi make an embarrassing rookie mistake on the bases, and the next day get drilled in the head, but since he's only DH'd to this point, we've yet to see how he looks behind the plate. (Max had him rated as a run worse than average over 76 games for Double-A Corpus Christi.)
D'Arnaud is a different story. Not only has he caught, but his receiving skills have already received some serious praise from his pitchers. Matt Harvey went so far as to suggest that d'Arnaud has Molina-like qualities, and d'Arnaud himself revealed that he emulates Russell Martin's ability to make the low strike look good (something we've heard Martin describe). That jibes with what Jason Cole told me this spring: that a pitcher friend of his had raved about d'Arnaud having the strongest wrists he'd seen, enabling him to throw sinkers below the zone for strikes throughout the game. According to Max's method, he was two runs better than average in a combined 26 games between Double-A and Triple-A this season.
After his start against Atlanta on Tuesday, Mets starter Zack Wheeler said, "When the balls are down, he does something that makes them look like they're strikes. It's ridiculous. I had a couple that I threw and I knew they were balls, but they looked like strikes after he framed them up." This is what he was talking about: the lowest strike d'Arnaud has received so far.
And here's another, this time a little higher but slightly off the edge:
D'Arnaud is quick to bring the ball back into the strike zone, but he doesn't disguise that movement quite as well as Jonathan Lucroy (for comparison's sake, check out the third Lucroy GIF below). The snap back is slightly exaggerated, which is something an umpire could pick up on, but the body is still. We'll see what the stats say over a larger sample, but according to Brandon McCarthy, pitchers can get a good feel for a catcher's receiving skills quickly. And d'Arnaud's batterymates are already big believers.
2013 League Leaders (Out-of-zone strikes and in-zone balls, not adjusted for other factors)
The Best (min. 180 OZoneStrikes+ZoneBalls)
The Worst (min. 180 OZoneStrikes+ZoneBalls)
This Week(s) in Jose Molina, 7/25-8/21
Weekly Net Strikes: 5
3. Date: 8/17
That ball would have hit Molina's right foot if he hadn't intercepted it.
2. Date: 8/17
The first of a few frames this week that make the batter freeze.
1. Date: 8/10
I missed this series.
This Week(s) in Jonathan Lucroy, 7/25-8/21
Weekly Net Strikes: 32
3. Date: 8/14
"Maybe if stay very, very still, he'll reverse the strike call."
Not quite the cleanest catch by Lucroy. When he's at his best, you can blink and miss all the movement. Speaking of which:
1. Date: 8/3
Yeah, that's the one.
Best Frames of the Week
5. Date: 8/7
Conger sets up at an angle here, almost Ryan Hanigan-style. That pitch is not suitable for Mitch Morelands.
4. Date: 7/31
Nieves almost seems to frame this one the wrong way, pushing it back a bit toward the corner, but he doesn't move any more of himself than he has to.
3. Date: 8/18
Gosewisch makes me pay for leaving him out of the "Welcome, rookie receivers" section. Just so we're all clear on this, there's now a major leaguer named Tuffy Gosewisch.
2. Date: 8/2
This isn't exactly subtle, but with the strike zone swollen on 3-0, it doesn't have to be. Still, the strike call sends Johnson staggering out of the batter's box.
1. Date: 7/25
Romine gets low with a wide stance here, but he also does an almost Doumit-esque sweep of his throwing arm concurrent with the catch. Kinsler can only wonder what kind of screwed-up world would work this way.
Worst Frames of the Week
5. Date: 8/8
This bears a certain resemblance to the Little League scoop frame.
4. Date: 8/16
Not sure what either of the people behind the plate is up to here. Close as I can tell, Ron Kulpa said "BOOGA BOOGA BOOGA," and Castillo got scared and slid to safety in the left-handed batter's box.
3. Date: 8/11
Tony Cruz had to be taken out of cold storage when Yadier Molina got injured, so you can understand why he might look sort of stiff. This motion is too stabby to get the strike.
2. Date: 8/16
Same as above, but worse. Torrealba looks like the ball caught him.
1. Date: 8/4
Getting crossed up is never fun, but it's worse than usual when you get a nasty curveball from Cliff Lee.
Bonus Worst Ryan Doumit Frame of the Week
A tentative attempt, but not as bad as some of the things we've seen Doumit do.
Ben Lindbergh is an author of Baseball Prospectus. Follow @benlindbergh
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Councilman Rich Cline asked the city staff how the city planned to enforce the food truck fees, given the mobility of the vehicles. The staff said that the city would likely conduct random inspections and respond to complaints.
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The Belle Haven program for school-age children saw a slight increase ranging from $20 to $40 a month, and eliminated a category of subsidized fees applicable to participants with incomes higher than the "extremely low income" category as defined by San Mateo County. According to city staff, 99 percent of the program participants qualify for the "extremely low income" subsidy by earning between $22,000 to $41,800 per year based on family size, so there was no point in establishing fees for those who make more.
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Activity note: Hotel check-in from 3:00 p.m.
Afternoon: Program Registration: After you have your room assignment, come over to the Road Scholar table in the lobby to register with the program staff and get your welcome packet containing your name-tag, up-to-date schedule that reflects any last-minute changes, and to learn when and where the Orientation session will take place. If your arrival is delayed, please ask for your packet when you check in. Join us for a reception to meet and start getting to know your fellow participants.
Dinner: At the Inn, we will have a 3-course welcome dinner buffet, plus one house wine or beer.
Evening: Orientation: The Group Leader will greet everyone with a warm welcome and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date program schedule and any changes, discuss roles and responsibilities, logistics, safety guidelines, emergency procedures, and answer any questions you may have. All lectures and field trips will be led by our Group Leader or a local expert unless specified otherwise. All transportation will be provided via motorcoach. Free time is reserved for your personal independent exploration. Evenings at leisure offer opportunities to make the program more meaningful and memorable through personal independent exploration, engaging in available activities on your own, or simply relaxing and making new friends among fellow participants. The Group Leader will always be happy to offer suggestions. Program activities, schedules, personnel, and indicated distances or times may be changed due to local conditions/circumstances. In the event of changes, we will alert you as quickly as possible. Thank you for your understanding.
Activity note: Walking up to 3 miles throughout the day on wooden boardwalks and uneven terrain.
Breakfast: At the inn, we will have a selection of hot and cold items including fresh fruit, plus coffee, tea, water.
Morning: We'll hop aboard the motorcoach and head to Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, where a naturalist will provide commentary and then lead us around parts of this 14,000-acre sanctuary. Encompassing several distinct habitats from marsh, to flatland, to the oldest Bald Cypress forest in North America, Corkscrew Sanctuary is managed by the National Audubon Society. The sanctuary protects and helps maintain native flora and fauna that have thrived for thousands of years. Depending on the time of year, wildlife found in the sanctuary includes bears, alligators, otters, red-bellied turtles, white-tailed deer, Anhinga, woodpeckers, and more. From the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, we will ride to the Ah-tah-thi-ki Museum on the Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation.
Lunch: At the Ah-tah-thi-ki Museum, we will have a boxed lunch with bottled water.
Afternoon: Our afternoon is dedicated to visiting the Ah-tah-thi-ki Museum on the Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation. Members of today's Seminole Tribe of Florida can trace their roots back 12,000 years. Today, we will experience Seminole culture and history in the scenic Everglades. Our visit will begin with a panoramic orientation film. Then, an expert will lead you through the diorama-style exhibits that will transport you back in time to explore Seminole culture of the 1890s. Other displays, including a new exhibit featuring beadwork, will show contemporary life. Afterwards, we will create our own work of art using watercolor pencils to draw and paint the inspiring beauty of the cypress dome before us. In the Seminole language, Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum means a place to learn, a place to remember.
Dinner: At a local restaurant, we will have a plated meal, plus coffee, tea, soft drinks, or water.
Evening: We will be joined by a local expert to further expand our knowledge of South Florida.
Activity note: Walk approximately 2.5 miles on pavement; marsh walk on dry terrain.
Breakfast: At the inn.
Morning: Start the morning off with a walk to the Museum of the Everglades. We will hear from a local author on the history of the Everglades and the conservation of the unique environment. Learn the background to the founding of the National Park and the struggle to maintain and protect the Everglades, and future developments in the Everglades' restoration. In the late morning, we will learn the history of this unique region on a guided walk through Everglades City.
Lunch: At a local restaurant, enjoy a plated lunch.
Afternoon: We will set out on a marsh walk through the 10,000 Islands National Wildlife Refuge. This 35,000 acre plot of mangroves is home to about 200 species of fish, 190 species of birds, as well as a variety of reptiles and mammals, some of which are endangered. A wide variety of wildlife is able to call this region home thanks to the brackish water where fresh and saltwater meet. At the end of our field trip, we will return to the Ivey House.
Dinner: This meal has been excluded from the program cost and is on your own to enjoy what you like in Everglades City. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions.
Evening: At leisure after a long day. Relax, recharge your batteries, and prepare for a full day tomorrow beginning with early morning check-out and transfer to Florida City.
Activity note: Drive to Florida City is about 2 hours with stops along the way. Walking up to 2 miles on uneven terrain.
Breakfast: At the inn.
Morning: Check out of the hotel and board the motorcoach, beginning our journey to the east side of Florida's peninsula, stopping for our field trip to Shark Valley. Once here, we will ride an open-air tram along the 15 mile trail perched on the northern border of the park, teeming with flora and fauna. This loop takes us through a saw grass prairie for close-up views of biological diversity as our naturalist shares "hidden aspects" of the ecosystem that makes the Everglades a world-renowned wetland. Halfway along the trail, we will stop at the 45-foot-high Shark Valley Observation Tower for a panoramic view of the heart of the Everglades. When the Everglades' flow was stronger, the water from Florida Bay would reverse and sharks would be found well up into the slough. As a result the name of "Shark" Valley stuck. The Loop Trail is an ecological highlight of Everglades National Park. At the end of our field trip, we will board the motorcoach and head to Three Sisters Farm.
Lunch: At Three Sisters Farm, enjoy an organically sourced meal from the farm in the second story tiki dining room.
Afternoon: At Three Sisters Farm, we will join a farm expert for a walk through the farm. As we walk, learn the story of Three Sisters, why they live in a culinary paradise, and the process of farm to table cuisine. We then transfer to the Fruit & Spice Park and celebrate the annual Redland Heritage Festival. Local community members will showcase traditional and natural arts and crafts, and nurseries will display native plants and tropical fruit trees. This is the only tropical botanical garden of its kind in the United States and hosts over 500 varieties of fruits, vegetables, spices, herbs, and nuts, and other commercially important plant specimens from around the world. At the end of the field trip, we will make the final portion of our transfer to Florida City.
Dinner: At a local restaurant in Florida City.
Evening: At leisure.
Activity note: Walking up to 1 mile on flat surfaces. Participants prone to motion sickness, please remember to take tablets before the field trip.
Breakfast: At the hotel.
Morning: The motorcoach takes us to R.F. Orchids in Homestead. This third-generation family enterprise has become one of the most highly respected orchid-growing operations in the South. We will have an expert-led look through the house and see thousands of exotic orchids growing in a hammock-like setting accented with gazebos, ponds, tiki huts, and lush landscaping. A ride to Key Largo then brings us to the headquarters of REEF, the Reef Environmental Education Foundation. A private presentation discusses the work of this grass roots environmental education foundation that seeks to conserve marine ecosystems by educating, enlisting and enabling divers and other marine enthusiasts to become active ocean stewards and citizen scientists. We will experience a special lionfish dissection and feeding demonstration! Then return to the motorcoach for our ride to John Pennekamp State Park.
Lunch: At John Pennekamp State Park, we will have a boxed lunch with bottled water.
Afternoon: At the state park, we will embark a glass-bottom boat for a nautical field trip into John Pennekamp State Park with commentary from our captain. Ride above the first underwater state park in the continental U.S. with a fully-intact coral reef consisting of many varieties and species of living coral.
Dinner: At a local restaurant, we will have a plated meal, plus coffee, tea, water.
Evening: At leisure.
Activity note: Drive about 1 hour. Walk up to 2.5 miles on uneven terrain.
Breakfast: At the hotel.
Morning: Our day begins at the Deering Estate, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The site of two 3-story buildings – one stone and one wooden – the 444 acre property is also an archaeological site containing bones of animals from the Pleistocene and early human bones and artifacts. The site is dedicated to preserving the unique experience offered by the natural resources of Florida. At Deering Estate, we are guided through the estate's historic houses with a local expert. After a short break, you will walk an ancient Tequesta path to the Cutler Burial Mound to learn about some of the 40,000 year old fossils and artifacts that were left behind by the Tequesta Native American Tribe. Enjoy dinner at the Village Chalet, tucked away in the gardens in Cauley Square and catch a glimpse of Old South Florida.
Lunch: Enjoy a boxed lunch on the Deering Estate grounds.
Afternoon: Continue to the site of our next activity; Biscayne National Park and the Dante Fascell Visitor Center and Gallery to learn more about the park and the history within its borders, both above and below the water. Inhabited for more than 10,000 years, Biscayne National Park preserves many traces of human and natural history. Each island including Elliott Key, the northernmost of the Florida Keys, has evidence of human civilization. Beneath the surface, shipwrecks add to natural reefs while preserving a more violent time of history.
Dinner: Enjoy a plated meal at a local restaurant.
Evening: At leisure.
Activity note: Drive approximately 1 hour round trip. Walk up to 1.5 miles on flat, paved and boardwalk trails.
Breakfast: At the hotel.
Morning: The motorcoach takes us to begin our morning at the Ernest F. Coe Visitors Center at the Main Entrance of Everglades National Park. We will enjoy an informative film on the Everglades in the comfortable theater before having an opportunity for a self-led walk among their self-provoking exhibits. The center has a giant diorama with life-size replicas of Everglades denizens on the prowl.
Lunch: We will ride to the Long Pine Key picnic area a few miles from the Visitors Center where we will have a box lunch including a choice of sandwich, chips, cookies, fruit, and water.
Afternoon: We are off to hike at the famous Anhinga Trail at the Royal Palm area of Everglades National Park. Follow the trails and boardwalks to get a close-up view of wild gators, turtles, Roseate Spoonbills, and abounding varieties of wading birds and aquatic species. The Anhinga Trail was so beautiful and indicative of the Everglades that a group of women petitioned for its protection as a state park in the early 20th Century. This state park was the genesis of Everglades National Park, dedicated in 1947.
Dinner: At a local restaurant, we will have a plated farewell dinner, plus a choice of house wine or domestic beer, coffee, tea, fountain drink, or water.
Evening: At leisure. Prepare for departure in the morning.
Activity note: Hotel check-out by 11:00 a.m. The Road Scholar shuttle will leave for the airport at 10:00 a.m.; do not book departure flights before 1:00 p.m.
Breakfast: At the hotel.
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NEW YORK ( TheStreet) -- Intel ( INTC) shares were walloped, off 6.1% to $21.30, after the world's largest chipmaker reported fourth-quarter earnings and guidance that disappointed Wall Street. Santa Clara, Calif.-based Intel earned 48 cents a share on $13.5 billion in revenue during the period ending Dec. 29. Gross margins, an important metric for Intel, came in at 58%, 100 basis points better than the company was expecting. Analysts surveyed by Thomson Reuters were looking for Intel to report earnings of 45 cents a share on $13.53 billion in revenue. A lower-than-expected tax rate aided the earnings per share. Intel's first quarter and full year 2013 guidance disappointed Wall Street, coming in lower than consensus. For the first quarter, Intel expects to generate revenue of $12.7 billion, plus or minus $500 million. Gross margin is expected to be 58%, plus or minus a few hundred basis points. Thomson Reuters surveyed analysts, who expect $12.9 billion in sales and earnings of 39 cents a share. For the full year, Intel expects a low single-digit percentage increase in revenue. Gross margins are expected to be around 60%.
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text: 5 questions with Allan Sizemore of The Wild Rumpus By Bill Lynch January 16, 2013 Story Share Courtesy photo The Wild Rumpus brings its patented brand of Appalachian Stomp Grass to the Clay Center Saturday night for Carnaval New Orleans. The fundraiser also features music by the Rebirth Brass Band and Davell Crawford. WANT TO GO?Carnaval New OrleansA fundraiser for the Clay Center WHERE: The Clay CenterWHEN: 6:30 p.m. SaturdayTICKETS: Advance $175, at the door $200INFO: 304-561-3570 or www.theclaycenter.orgNote: Black tie optional event. Masks and costumes encouraged.CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- The Wild Rumpus has been one of those bands to watch for some time. Founded by songwriter Andrew Adkins, who's joined by Allan Sizemore and Clint Lewis, the band has become a regular on the regional festival circuit and occasionally plays in Charleston. On Saturday night, the band performs at the Clay Center's Carnaval New Orleans fundraiser, along with the Grammy Award-winning Rebirth Brass Band and Davell Crawford, which is a pretty good gig for a three-piece outfit from Fayetteville.The Gazz spoke with guitarist Allan Sizemore about the origins of the band, how it's not a bluegrass band and why it has developed a following outside the state but still has trouble finding places to play in West Virginia.Q: How was The Wild Rumpus founded?A: "We came together late 2006/early 2007. We were all in other bands. Andrew brought this project to me. Actually, it was going to be a solo project for him."He kind of had this blues band called The Wild Rumpus Together, but it wasn't very serious -- and before we even really got started, half of those guys dropped out. But the new band took on a life of its own. We all left our other bands and have been at it ever since." Q: What do you call the kind of music you play?A: "We call it Appalachian Stomp Grass. That's a phrase I coined for my other band, but The Wild Rumpus personifies that. "People want to call us bluegrass, but we're not. We have some of the same instrumentation and play some bluegrass, but we're more of a rock n' roll band that throws all kinds of things together, including bluegrass and swing."Q: How much do you play in West Virginia?A: "We play about 80 percent out of West Virginia. We do a lot of big music festivals. We have one of the main stage performances this year at MerleFest [in Wilkesboro, N.C.], and we've played there before. We've also played the Bristol Rhythm and Root Festival and the Americana Music Association [Festival and Conference] in Nashville."We're from here, but we don't really call ourselves a local band because we just don't play locally that much."Q: Is that because you're more of an outdoors, festival kind of band?A: "I wouldn't say that. We play the Boulevard Tavern in Charleston, and we love that because it gets a little crazy. You can kind of get that audience participation going. On the big stage, you're so removed from the audience. It takes a little getting used to, to be honest. "There just aren't a lot of places for us to play in West Virginia, I guess."Q: What's ahead for The Wild Rumpus?A: "We had a hard year with the [June] storm and all. It kind of knocked us all about. We're also a three-piece now. I used to play banjo for the band, but now I'm on guitar, which is fine. I know how to play both."We kind of took a couple of months off and hope things are better for us in 2013. We've got a new album coming out called 'Shake Yer Rumpus.' That will be out before MerleFest, maybe around the first of April."Reach Bill Lynch at email@example.com or 304-348-5195. Story Share Story Share Trending Now 1 Deer in 8 WV counties found dead from EHD 2 New company planning $73M synthetic fuel plant in Greenbrier County 3 Morgantown coal operator Laurita indicted in alleged campaign finance scheme 4 US attorney general to go after doctors who overprescribe opioids 5 RB Trey Rodriguez leaves Marshall football team Shinnston council bans synthetic drugs Previous Story Appalachian Power braces for heavy snow Next Story


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Parker And Jarrell's 'Meteor Men' Coming In September From Oni Press [Preview]
Check your longbox for space because this September Oni Press is going to bring some competition for your back issues of Marvel Comics spinoff of a certain superhero movie starring Robert Townsend with Meteor Men by writer Jeff Parker and artist Sandy Jarrell. Known for their collaboration on DC Comics' Batman '66, the duo have something quite a bit different in mind in this original graphic novel… namely the potential obliteration of the human species by strange visitors from another world (who don't wear red shorts).
From Oni's official announcement:
On a summer night, Alden Baylor sits in a field watching the largest meteor shower in human history. What began as teenage adventure becomes something more–the celestial event brings travelers who will change the world completely, and Alden discovers a connection to one of them. How does a young man who had to grow up fast handle the invasion of his planet? Can Alden keep humanity from oblivion?
Though this preview is essentially unlettered, I already love how the creative team is integrating the alien's seemingly psychic communication with its wider environment. It should be interesting to see what other tricks are up Parker and Jarrell's combined sleeves this September.
You can see the black and white art from five pages of Meteor Men below, although expect to see the final product in full color care of Kevin Volo.


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Malcolm wrote:But if you start insisting people must conform to your limitations, I will point out that this is not so.
I have not insisted others to conform to anything. I merely pointed out that (a) most of us have a lot of limitations, (b) we should be honest and aware of it as much as we can, (c) please don't diss the lower yanas, since they are precious in helping us overcome limitations.


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At 16:42 Goenka asked the difference between his method and Thich Nhat Hanh's. Although he seems to be refusing in comparing but I think he says the other method can be mindful of others, even your own body which is still related to one's own misery while we want to get out from the misery?
Is that what he says?
Vipassana which means insight is about observing the rising and falling of phenomena, so how would this differ in terms of their instrinsic nature? Can anyone share some of your thoughts? If you have participated in those retreats, thoughts are most welcome. Thanks.


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The installation was fairly simple but you should make sure to "scrub" clean your exhaust pipe and use a metal polish to finish the job before installing the Gibson slash exhaust tip. The exhaust tip I ordered was 12 inches long but it could have been up to 14 or 15 inches long. I would have gladly paid more to get a longer exhaust tip. Very smart looking on my Explorer and it really dresses it up.


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You will hardly believe that you are located near Covent Garden, West End theatres and adjacent to the British Museum - or for that matter, close to London's financial. This beautiful four star townhouse hotel overlooks a private and secluded garden - yet within moments you can enjoy all of the wonderful sights and pleasures that London has to offer. Dedicated to providing business and leisure guests with outstanding personal service, exceptional comfort and every modern convenience this intimate boutique hotel is proud of its AA Four-Star Deluxe, English Tourist Board Five Silver Crown and 'Best Floral Hotel in London' awards.
The Montague's charm and relaxing décor coupled with the service accolades benefit business and holiday clients alike. The fully air-conditioned luxurious guest rooms and deluxe suites engender a feeling of a fine country hotel located on a quiet side street. The beautifully appointed conservatories and wood deck are ideal for summer barbeques and al fresco dining as well as regular live jazz entertainment overlooking a secluded private garden square. For the summer months The Montague on the Gardens offers Al Fresco Dining. This includes both The Terrace and Garden Grill - a peaceful and secluded, open-air space in the heart of the city, overlooking the sculptures in the gardens of the Bedford Estate. The Garden Grill is the ultimate in al fresco dining, featuring a selection of mouth-watering à la carte dishes and barbecues cooked from the grill. With the tantalising aromas from the sizzling grill and the unique and beautiful surroundings dining al fresco at The Garden Grill, the perfect summer venue, is an experience to remember. Bookings for 10 people or more carry separate terms - the hotel will contact you directly to advise.
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Farm Field Trip
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Saturday, February 23, 2013 from 8:45 AM to 4:00 PM (PST)
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Join the Food and Agribusiness Institute, CLASP, and the Forge Garden for a
Sustainable Agriculture Farm Field Trip!
Saturday, February 23rd
8:45am - 4pm
We will visit two local farms, Veggielution Community Farm, in San Jose, and Full Circle Farm in Sunnyvale. Both farms are non-profit organizations that focus on sustainable agricultural practices, community engagement, and local food distribution.
8:45am - Meet at Mission Church*
9:30am - Depart SCU to Veggielution*
10:00am - Veggielution Tour and Farm Activity
Lunch Break - lunch will be provided!
1:00pm - Full Circle Farm Tour and Farm Activity
3:30 - Depart Full Circle Farm back to SCU
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This feature describes five key plays from Saturday's USC-Vanderbilt football game.
Vanderbilt fails to capitalize on a turnover
In the first half, it wasn't an exaggeration to say the Gamecocks' best offensive play was a punt. Stephen Garcia had a nightmare half, throwing three interceptions and repeatedly missing receivers. His second pick set up Vanderbilt in prime scoring position at the Gamecock 22-yard line.
In a game where Vanderbilt had 77 yards of total offense, it was imperative to capitalize on the short field. Instead, South Carolina forced Vanderbilt to go interception, pass for 7 yards, and a rush for a loss of 1 on third down (thanks to a big stop by Chaz Sutton). The Commodores settled for a 33-yard field goal, their only points of the game.
Ingram scores again
Of all the unconventional ways Melvin Ingram could score, this might be the most unusual. That being said, the play had a familiar ring to it.
With the offense looking completely lost, the Gamecocks needed a big play from the defense, and some familiar faces came through. On third-and-7, Vanderbilt quarterback Larry Smith dropped back to pass and faced heavy pressure. He tried to escape the pocket, but Jadeveon Clowney stripped the ball. The fumble bounced to Antonio Allen, who scooped it up and ran toward the end zone. Allen returned the ball about 20 yards before a Vanderbilt player caught up to him and knocked the ball loose from behind. The ball squirted into the end zone, but fortunately for the Gamecocks, Ingram stayed with the play and pounced on the ball for a touchdown. The play gave South Carolina a lead it would never relinquish.
Halftime momentum
South Carolina still led 7-3 when it called its final timeout of the first half and forced Vanderbilt to punt with 59 seconds left. Ace Sanders got a nice 17-yard return to his own 43 to give the Gamecocks a chance to get some points before the half. On first down, Garcia scrambled for 5 yards. With the clock still running, the Gamecocks spread the field and threw a little inside screen to Marcus Lattimore. Lattimore knifed his way through the defense and outran everyone for a 52-yard touchdown. The score gave South Carolina a 14-3 lead at intermission, but it may as well have been 28-3 as dominant as its defense had played.
Sanders wins the tip drill, and Lattimore capitalizes
As poorly as the Gamecocks played on offense, they needed a little luck. It came on their first drive of the second half, when facing a third-and-22, Garcia heaved a prayer to Alshon Jeffery. Jeffery was covered and had the ball knocked away, but Sanders was trailing the play and snatched the deflection out of the air just before the ball hit the turf. The result was a 52-yard gain and a first down at the Commodore 22. After a timeout, Garcia took the shotgun snap and handed off to Lattimore. Lattimore burst through a hole on the left side and scampered easily toward the end zone for the 21-3 lead.
Clowney strikes again
The Gamecocks appeared to take a 28-3 lead on a touchdown pass to Jeffery, but after an official review, the play was overturned. Jay Wooten missed a 46-yard field goal, but once again Vanderbilt went nowhere. On the first play after the change of possession, Clowney hurdled the running back and stripped Vanderbilt's Larry Smith. Quin Smith recovered the fumble for South Carolina, and more critically for Vanderbilt, Larry Smith was lost for the game after he was injured diving for the ball. Without its starting quarterback, Vanderbilt's already overwhelmed offense had no hope left to move the ball.
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MTV International is making a docu-series about young marrieds, and they want Dallas folk — even the gay ones.
If you are between the ages of 18 and 24 and are recently married, or getting married in June, July or August — whether through legal, church-approved hetero-bliss or just a commitment ceremony between same-sex couples — MTV wants to meet you. They will be holding casting session this weekend. From noon to 8 p.m. on Saturday — during Razzle Dazzle — you can find them under the MTV banner along Cedar Springs. They will also be staked out at the Indigo Hotel Downtown from noon to 3 p.m. on Sunday. To schedule an appointment in advance, email email@example.com.