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The Feb.12 State of the Union address from President Barack Obama highlighted several points of interest to the agricultural community, including immigration reform, the minimum wage, trade agreements, energy policy and climate change
Obama on immigration reform:
Our economy is stronger when we harness the talents and ingenuity of striving, hopeful immigrants. And right now, leaders from the business, labor, law enforcement, faith communities -- they all agree that the time has come to pass comprehensive immigration reform. Now is the time to do it. Now is the time to get it done. Now is the time to get it done.
Real reform means strong border security, and we can build on the progress my administration has already made -- putting more boots on the Southern border than at any time in our history and reducing illegal crossings to their lowest levels in 40 years.
Real reform means establishing a responsible pathway to earned citizenship -- a path that includes passing a background check, paying taxes and a meaningful penalty, learning English, and going to the back of the line behind the folks trying to come here legally.
And real reform means fixing the legal immigration system to cut waiting periods and attract the highly-skilled entrepreneurs and engineers that will help create jobs and grow our economy.
In other words, we know what needs to be done. And as we speak, bipartisan groups in both chambers are working diligently to draft a bill, and I applaud their efforts. So let's get this done. Send me a comprehensive immigration reform bill in the next few months, and I will sign it right away. And America will be better for it. Let's get it done. Let's get it done.
TK: No mention of the needs of agriculture for a reformed guest worker program, unfortunately.
Obama on the economy and minimum wage:
We know our economy is stronger when we reward an honest day's work with honest wages. But today, a full-time worker making the minimum wage earns $14,500 a year. Even with the tax relief we put in place, a family with two kids that earns the minimum wage still lives below the poverty line. That's wrong. That's why, since the last time this Congress raised the minimum wage, 19 states have chosen to bump theirs even higher.
Tonight, let's declare that in the wealthiest nation on Earth, no one who works full-time should have to live in poverty, and raise the federal minimum wage to $9.00 an hour.We should be able to get that done.
This single step would raise the incomes of millions of working families. It could mean the difference between groceries or the food bank; rent or eviction; scraping by or finally getting ahead. For businesses across the country, it would mean customers with more money in their pockets. And a whole lot of folks out there would probably need less help from government. In fact, working folks shouldn't have to wait year after year for the minimum wage to go up while CEO pay has never been higher. So here's an idea that Governor Romney and I actually agreed on last year -- let's tie the minimum wage to the cost of living, so that it finally becomes a wage you can live on.
Tonight, let's also recognize that there are communities in this country where no matter how hard you work, it is virtually impossible to get ahead. Factory towns decimated from years of plants packing up. Inescapable pockets of poverty, urban and rural, where young adults are still fighting for their first job. America is not a place where the chance of birth or circumstance should decide our destiny. And that's why we need to build new ladders of opportunity into the middle class for all who are willing to climb them.
Let's offer incentives to companies that hire Americans who've got what it takes to fill that job opening, but have been out of work so long that no one will give them a chance anymore. Let's put people back to work rebuilding vacant homes in run-down neighborhoods. And this year, my administration will begin to partner with 20 of the hardest-hit towns in America to get these communities back on their feet. We'll work with local leaders to target resources at public safety, and education, and housing.
We'll give new tax credits to businesses that hire and invest. And we'll work to strengthen families by removing the financial deterrents to marriage for low-income couples, and do more to encourage fatherhood -- because what makes you a man isn't the ability to conceive a child; it's having the courage to raise one. And we want to encourage that. We want to help that
Stronger families. Stronger communities. A stronger America. It is this kind of prosperity -- broad, shared, built on a thriving middle class -- that has always been the source of our progress at home. It's also the foundation of our power and influence throughout the world.
TK: Perhaps Obama will find traction on the minimum wage issue, but the still struggling economy may ice the issue.
Obama on energy:
Today, no area holds more promise than our investments in American energy. After years of talking about it, we're finally poised to control our own energy future. We produce more oil at home than we have in 15 years. We have doubled the distance our cars will go on a gallon of gas, and the amount of renewable energy we generate from sources like wind and solar -- with tens of thousands of good American jobs to show for it. We produce more natural gas than ever before -- and nearly everyone's energy bill is lower because of it. And over the last four years, our emissions of the dangerous carbon pollution that threatens our planet have actually fallen.
But for the sake of our children and our future, we must do more to combat climate change. Now, it's true that no single event makes a trend. But the fact is the 12 hottest years on record have all come in the last 15. Heat waves, droughts, wildfires, floods -- all are now more frequent and more intense. We can choose to believe that Superstorm Sandy, and the most severe drought in decades, and the worst wildfires some states have ever seen were all just a freak coincidence. Or we can choose to believe in the overwhelming judgment of science -- and act before it's too late.
Now, the good news is we can make meaningful progress on this issue while driving strong economic growth. I urge this Congress to get together, pursue a bipartisan, market-based solution to climate change, like the one John McCain and Joe Lieberman worked on together a few years ago. But if Congress won't act soon to protect future generations, I will. I will direct my Cabinet to come up with executive actions we can take, now and in the future, to reduce pollution, prepare our communities for the consequences of climate change, and speed the transition to more sustainable sources of energy.
Four years ago, other countries dominated the clean energy market and the jobs that came with it. And we've begun to change that. Last year, wind energy added nearly half of all new power capacity in America. So let's generate even more. Solar energy gets cheaper by the year -- let's drive down costs even further. As long as countries like China keep going all in on clean energy, so must we.
Now, in the meantime, the natural gas boom has led to cleaner power and greater energy independence. We need to encourage that. And that's why my administration will keep cutting red tape and speeding up new oil and gas permits. That's got to be part of an all-of-the-above plan. But I also want to work with this Congress to encourage the research and technology that helps natural gas burn even cleaner and protects our air and our water.
In fact, much of our new-found energy is drawn from lands and waters that we, the public, own together. So tonight, I propose we use some of our oil and gas revenues to fund an Energy Security Trust that will drive new research and technology to shift our cars and trucks off oil for good. If a nonpartisan coalition of CEOs and retired generals and admirals can get behind this idea, then so can we. Let's take their advice and free our families and businesses from the painful spikes in gas prices we've put up with for far too long.
I'm also issuing a new goal for America: Let's cut in half the energy wasted by our homes and businesses over the next 20 years. We'll work with the states to do it. Those states with the best ideas to create jobs and lower energy bills by constructing more efficient buildings will receive federal support to help make that happen.
TK: I don't see how push for climate change regulation is a winner for Obama.
Obama on trade:
Now, even as we protect our people, we should remember that today's world presents not just dangers, not just threats, it presents opportunities. To boost American exports, support American jobs and level the playing field in the growing markets of Asia, we intend to complete negotiations on a Trans-Pacific Partnership. And tonight, I'm announcing that we will launch talks on a comprehensive Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership with the European Union -- because trade that is fair and free across the Atlantic supports millions of good-paying American jobs.
We also know that progress in the most impoverished parts of our world enriches us all -- not only because it creates new markets, more stable order in certain regions of the world, but also because it's the right thing to do. In many places, people live on little more than a dollar a day. So the United States will join with our allies to eradicate such extreme poverty in the next two decades by connecting more people to the global economy; by empowering women; by giving our young and brightest minds new opportunities to serve, and helping communities to feed, and power, and educate themselves; by saving the world's children from preventable deaths; and by realizing the promise of an AIDS-free generation, which is within our reach.
TK: How much would be gained in the produce sector with "fair and free" trade across the Atlantic?
Overall, how did you think President Obama did with his list of priorities? Which deserve industry support?


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WILLITS - Reconfiguration of Willits schools was the topic of a public forum held Wednesday at Willits High School. More than 50 parents and Willits Unified School District staff participated in a workshop to develop ideas for moving grade levels at Willits schools.
Interim Superintendent Debbie Pearson presented an overview of the situation as the district faces a budget crisis largely due to declining enrollment and overspending by the district over the past five years.
Pearson started the meeting by quelling rumors the decision to relocate several grades to different schools had already been made. She assured the group no decision has yet been made and encouraged their ideas on the subject.
"Tonight is for community input because we value your opinion," Pearson said.
She explained the board asked her to take a look at how the district is doing business and if changes would make it more effective. Her presentation showed a dramatic 21 percent drop in enrollment during the past five years, prompting the reconfiguration discussion.
She outlined the questions to be considered. "What are we doing; where are our kids going; and, what are some next steps?" Pearson said. "The bigger question is 'can we do a better job of educating our students with the resources that we have?'"
Citing a combination of economic downturn and relocation out of the district as possible causes of the decline, she got to the heart of the issue.
"Currently, as of today, we are losing 267 students to our charter schools," she said. "What are they doing that we're not doing?"
The initial reconfiguration proposal offered by Pearson would move third-graders to Brookside Elementary School, creating a traditional kindergarten through third-grade primary school; and moving the sixth grade from Baechtel Grove Middle School to Blosser Lane Elementary School, again, a traditional configuration.
Pearson has also suggested reconfiguring Sherwood School to a kindergarten through eighth-grade campus with an emphasis on independent study.
A review of district test scores for third- and sixth-graders suggests the current transitions to those grades may affect student test performance adversely, Pearson said.
Following the presentation, the audience worked in small groups for about 45 minutes to discuss ideas and prepare suggestions.
During the group presentations that followed, most participants expressed concerns over the proposed changes rather than actual suggestions for going ahead with the plan.
Parents were concerned about how the possible switch would affect student participation in sports and other school activities. A number of comments related to the needed logistics for the switch, although logistics are the responsibility of the administration rather than parents or teachers.
The written suggestions were collected and will be presented to the board.
The idea of reconfiguration has been considered before in 2006 and 2009, however no action was taken by the board of trustees.
Reconfiguration of the schools will be an action item at the next regular meeting of the school board on Wednesday, May 1.

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LAKEPORT -- The alleged accomplice in the 2010 killings of two Maine residents in Lower Lake testified Friday about what he claimed the defendant said happened the night of the incident.
Robby Alan Beasley admitted fatally shooting Frank and Yvette Maddox off Morgan Valley Road Jan. 22, 2010 after suspecting the couple stole marijuana from his apartment, Elijah Bae McKay told jurors at the Lake County Courthouse.
Beasley, 32, of Clearlake pleaded not guilty to three felonies, including a pair of murder charges.
Beasley reportedly recruited Frank Maddox, 32, and his wife Yvette, 40, to assist in a Lower Lake marijuana operation run by McKay in October 2009. The couple's decomposing bodies were found down an embankment in early March 2010.
McKay, 30, of Lower Lake faces murder charges as well after allegedly giving Beasley the 9 mm handgun used in the shooting and helping Beasley after the fact. He is not standing trial at this time.
Beasley talked about killing the couple two days before their deaths, according to McKay, who claimed the defendant even tried to pay him $20,000 to kill them.
McKay testified he convinced Beasley to instead scare the Maddoxes by shooting at their feet and telling them to go back to Maine.
The plan allegedly involved Beasley asking the couple for a ride to the airport because his grandmother died.
McKay said he sent Beasley a text message on Jan. 22, 2010, warning that the 9 mm jammed in the past.
McKay testified that when he picked up Beasley on Morgan Valley Road that evening, an "extremely distressed" Beasley said the scaring scheme "didn't work out as planned."
"He told me that he shot them," McKay said.
The two drove to McKay's Lower Lake house, according to McKay, who said he burned Beasley's clothes, backpack and cellphone before burning his own phone as well.
McKay said he helped Beasley move the Maddoxes' truck the next day. Beasley revealed more details about the shooting on the ride back from hiding the truck, according to McKay.
Beasley said Frank and Yvette Maddox gave him a ride, and he had them pull over by saying he had to urinate, according to McKay.
Frank Maddox got out of the truck too and heard Beasley cock the gun, McKay testified.
Beasley said he made Yvette Maddox get out of the truck and he interrogated the couple about the marijuana theft, according to McKay. When the two denied the allegation, Beasley first shot at their feet and then fired a round into Frank Maddox's leg, McKay added.
Beasley said Yvette Maddox dropped to the ground and Frank Maddox told him, "You shot me. You better kill me or I'll kill you," according to McKay.
McKay testified Beasley admitted to shooting the couple each in the head once, dragging them down the hill and firing another round into each of their heads because they were still twitching and making noises.
A few days later when the two men talked, Beasley tried to pay McKay $20,000 to bury the bodies, according to McKay, who said he refused the offer.
Additionally, during the days after the shooting, Beasley expressed second thoughts about whether the couple actually stole his marijuana, McKay said.
Defense counsel Stephen Carter began cross-examining McKay after lunch.
The majority of Carter's questions during the hour and a half focused on marijuana cultivation and McKay's 2009 growing operation off Morgan Valley Road.
The defense attorney hadn't broached the night of the shooting before the trial adjourned for the weekend. The proceedings will reconvene Wednesday morning.
Jeremy Walsh is a staff reporter for Lake County Publishing. Reach him at 263-5636, ext. 37 or email@example.com. Follow trial coverage live on Twitter, @JeremyDWalsh or #RobbyBeasley.


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Based on talk out of Indiana and New York, the Heat soon could be facing two decisions in its convoluted situation at point guard.
With Indiana's Jamaal Tinsley, the situation is pretty basic. If the Pacers are willing to take on Marcus Banks, a deal quickly could be consummated. If the Pacers remain focused on Udonis Haslem, the conversations will remain cursory.
With New York's Stephon Marbury, the issue is a bit more clouded. Unlike Indiana, which insists it will not buy out Tinsley at anything short of pennies on the dollar, New York apparently is moving closer to an outright release of Marbury, at least that's the latest from The New York Times.
If Marbury is waived, the Heat would be first in position to make a waiver claim, because of its league-worst 2007-08 record. Of course, lacking the cap space or financial interest in such a move, the Heat, like each of the other 28 remaining teams, would have to wait until Marbury clears waivers.
Adding Marbury in free agency would mean also remaining on the hook for Banks' three remaining seasons, as well as having four point guards in camp, when counting Marbury, Banks, Mario Chalmers and Chris Quinn.
Common sense would say that if Marbury truly wants to regain his stature, the Heat would be the most logical landing point. Where else, perhaps beyond Indiana, would he have as solid a chance to emerge as an opening-night starter?
Yet is that where a team of the future should be headed? It's a tough call. At a point in the post-Shaq era when the Heat is trying to get everything to again be about team, is adding a veteran trying to resurrect his personal star the way to go?
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We've been missing Granger since Game 1. I'm not gonna cry or be even a little bit disappointed if the other team's down a player. Them's the breaks.
It's a very real possibility that we're going to end the season fighting with New York for playoff positioning. I don't care about style points, I want the win. We can see both teams at full strength in the playoffs.
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Cool, so can we.
Right now I am in full on playoff positioning mode, this helps our chances to win and thus helps playoff chances.
Pacers vs Knicks is Pacers vs Knicks, no matter who suits up. With Reggie in the building, I'll take anyone's tickets who isn't going and my wife is having surgery tomorrow. O.O
I get that some hype is gone, but as a Pacers fan, you make your own hype for a Knicks game. Let's just take care of business on national TV and get some recognition. Coming out party for Paul George, anyone?
It's a new day for Pacers Basketball.
I get that. I was bummed when I had my first seats in the first few rows with a chance to see Shaq up close, and then he got hurt that week.
But since you were going to see Melo get humiliated anyway it wasn't like it was going to be a true representation of him anyway.
It's like you're reading my mind.
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^^^^ This ^^^^
We're only 3 games back from first in the East after beating Miami. If we take advantage of the breaks and we can seriously make a push for great seeding when Danny gets back. Imagine thinking this after the first 15 games.
How does Lance receive a technical for staring at the bench, but Garnett can say whatever he wants?
Don't get me wrong, I'm all for trash talking - I love the Reggie days, but its silly when only certain players get punished for it.
I wanted to see him get humiliated. I want to see PG win every match up.
Although this is good news, I would feel more comfortable if Tyson Chandler was out because he manhandles Roy every time they play.
DG for 3
"Nobody wants to play against Tyler Hansbrough NO BODY!" ~ Frank Vogel
"And David put his hand in the bag and took out a stone and slung it. And it struck the Philistine on the head and he fell to the ground. Amen. "
Laugh all you want but unlike you I have people visiting from out the country(family), so my only way to convince them to go to the game tomorrow(because they don't care about the Pacers) was to tell them that Carmelo Anthony(a well known player out of the country) was playing, now that he is not playing I don't think they want to go.
Tell them Melo is playing and then act surprised when he's not
Lucky break for us, but we're still going to have to come to play. We've lost to worse teams than the Melo-less Knicks.
Amare is offended that no one wants to come watch him.
If games are won and lost on a calculator and piece of paper, then why do we bother to play them?
To be fair to Vnzla... I get it. Family or not. When you are expecting a marquee matchup you hope to see both teams at full strength. It's like watching the Colts last year without Manning. The appeal of the matchup is less sexy since we all now assume the Pacers have the upper hand. I for one was really looking forward to seeing how PG matched up against Melo and seeing them go toe to toe. I will still watch the game and enjoy it, but it is less intriguing now to be honest.
I'm firmly in the "This helps us and that means it's good" camp. Who cares about the matchups? I want a W. This is a team we're fighting for playoff positioning.
Do we also wish that Dwight Howard had been healthy for Orlando in the playoffs last year? Maybe you say that publicly, but all Pacers fans were thrilled he wasn't playing, let's call a spade a spade.
My 'out of state fan' game reports over the years
Pacers.com Guest Blog Post: Area 55 Conquers Staples Center -- (Honorary) Area 55 Family Invades Target Center 2014! -- Target Center Invasion 2015
Shut your sanctimonious asses up about when and why you should go to a game, all of you.
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I don't understand, I thought the NBA and david Stern were always out to get the pacers and yet they decide to suspend Mello for this game. I mean the Knicks play the Bulls tomorrow night


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Overcriminalizing the Wolverine State: A Primer and Possible Reforms for Michigan
At present, Michigan's vast, disorganized criminal law inherently places the Wolverine State's residents at risk of unintentionally violating a growing array of regulatory crimes that are difficult to discover and understand. The complexity of administrating such a criminal code threatens to divert scarce resources away from the enforcement of serious violent and property crimes. This study analyzes the size and scope of Michigan's criminal law and makes policy recommendations aimed at curbing this "overcriminalization." … more
Proposal 2 of 2012: An Assessment
The study examines how the proposed constitutional amendment would enshrine collective bargaining in the state constitution, which would allow government union collective bargaining agreements to invalidate numerous state laws meant to improve the quality of public services and would likely negate a projected $1.6 billion in annual taxpayer savings.
The Policy Brief was co-authored by Vernuccio and other Mackinac Center analysts: Senior Legal Analyst Patrick J. Wright, Executive Vice President Michael J. Reitz and Assistant Fiscal Policy Director James M. Hohman. Also co-authoring was Paul Kersey, director of labor policy at the Illinois Policy Institute. … more
Loar v. Michigan Department of Human Services Brief
The Mackinac Center Legal Foundation sued to end the DHS' illegal diversion of so-called "union dues" from state subsidy checks received by home-based day care providers who watch children from low-income families. The "dues" were funneled to a government-employee union that purports to represent more than 40,000 of Michigan's home-based day care providers, who are actually private business owners and independent contractors.
The case was ruled moot by the Michigan Supreme Court after the DHS ceased to collect the dues and the DHS director stated that these home-based day care providers are not public employees. … more
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Mackinac Center Amicus Curiae Brief in In re Complaint of Rovas Against SBC Michigan
The Mackinac Center's brief urges the Michigan Supreme Court to hold that the judiciary need not defer to administrative agencies' interpretations of ambiguous statutes. Alternatively, because Michigan courts (unlike federal courts) have not determined that agency rules created through formal adjudication are equivalent to rules created through notice-and-comment rulemaking, the Court could hold simply that there is no judicial deference to rules created through adjudication, leaving aside the question of deference to notice-and-comment rules.
The Michigan Supreme Court decided the case in July 2008. The justices held that the rulings of state agencies should not receive deference from the courts and that the Michigan judiciary hence plays an integral role in reviewing the legality of agency actions. The ruling places a direct check on the power of state agencies to interpret and to act upon laws passed by the Michigan Legislature.
The decision is a landmark in Michigan jurisprudence, particularly since it diverges from federal jurisprudence, which grants almost unlimited power to federal agencies in implementing laws passed by Congress. The court's ruling was substantially in agreement with the arguments presented in this brief. … more


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Falcons Star Says Man Holding Jerseys Hostage
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. -- Atlanta Falcons Pro Bowl receiver Roddy White says a man he hired to frame football jerseys took the jerseys and wont give them back.
Channel 2s Kerry Kavanaugh obtained an application for an arrest warrant filled out by White in Gwinnett County.
White claims he agreed to pay a man to frame two regular season Falcon game jerseys and his Pro Bowl jersey.
White said the men agreed on a price of $400 for each framed jersey, but now the man is asking White for $10,000 and wont return the jerseys, according to the document.
Kavanaugh exchanged text messages with White on Thursday, and the star receiver told her he did not want to make a big deal out of the situation.
White told Kavanaugh he could not speak on camera because he was training out of state.
Kavanaugh visited the home of the man listed in the warrant application but found no one home at the time.
The man called Kavanaugh a few hours later and said that he has performed several odd jobs for White in the past and he is owed the $10,000.
A judge will hold a hearing and decide if an arrest warrant should be executed next week.
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Sanchez again sidelined with shoulder pain
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Recurring soreness in catcher Hector Sanchez's right shoulder will force him to rest for at least a couple of days.
Sanchez was scratched from Thursday's starting lineup against Japan. Manager Bruce Bochy had hoped that Sanchez could serve as the Giants' designated hitter. But swinging a bat pained Sanchez as much as throwing did.
Due to the fluctuations in Sanchez's health, "there should be some concern at this point," Bochy said.
Guillermo Quiroz, who has played in the Majors for five teams in nine seasons, likely would become San Francisco's backup catcher if Sanchez were sidelined for a prolonged period. Bochy also cited Jackson Williams, who has spent six years in the Giants' Minor League system, as a possibility.
"We think we have some coverage there," Bochy said.
Johnny Monell, another catcher, will have to maintain his torrid hitting (.600 in Cactus League games) to keep pace with Quiroz and Williams. Monell also has logged six years as a Giants farmhand while playing all but five games below the Triple-A level.
"He's made a lot of noise here. He's done a pretty good job," Bochy acknowledged. "He'll get more catching time. We're not ruling anything out. We like his bat. It works."
Sanchez was aching before he even changed into his uniform.
"It scared me, because it felt really painful," he said. He added that the team's medical staff told him that he had no structural damage in the shoulder.
After showing promise last year by batting .280 in 74 games, the switch-hitting Sanchez has appeared in only eight of San Francisco's 19 games this spring. He owns a .211 average (4-for-19) with three RBIs.
Chris Haft 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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The Blackwood Brothers Quartet was formed in 1934 with brothers Roy, Doyle, James and Roy's, son R.W. That heritage of gospel music is carried on today as James' younger son Billy, along with tenor Wayne Little and bass singer Butch Owens and lead voice of Mike Helwig re-create that famous Blackwood sound. Read more. . .
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The Northridge Earthquake - 20 years later
Read more special coverage on the 20th anniversary of the Northridge Earthquake, where you can see these items and more:
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* The Northridge Earthquake: Then and now in a slideable photo interactive
The Los Angeles News Group asked readers across the region to share their memories of Jan. 17, 1994 when a 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck Northridge at 4:30 a.m. What we received were some touching, frightful, and honest responses from many residents who remember their harrowing experiences, feelings of fear, and some wonderful stories on how neighbors and communities came together to help one another.
To read their stories, use the map above and click on the individual icons to see each entry. The markers on the map represent where each person was at the time of the earthquake.
As Laura Gonzalez-Ellis of Sun Valley said, and her remarks echo that of all the others, "It was a day I will never forget."
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Los Angeles, Sep 15 (IANS) Singer Melanie Brown aka Mel B says she would love to bring back members of former band Spice Girls for another reunion.
The popular girl band, which consisted of Mel B, Victoria Beckham, Melanie Chisholm, Geri Halliwell and Emma Bunton, last time came together for a performance at the closing ceremony of 2012 London Olympics.
"I'd love to do it. I'm going to make it happen one day. I'm hoping in the next year or two, when everyone's cleared their diary a little bit. I'm hoping," Mel B said on chat show "The Ellen DeGeneres Show".
But she clarified that she will have to talk to all the members before committing to anyone, reports femalefirst.co.uk.
"They're going to kill me for this. I'm saying it, but I have to go and ask them all. I'm in so much trouble," she said.


text: Hamline Law Alums Recommended for 6th District Judicial VacanciesThe Commission on Judicial Selection has recommended four candidates to Gov. Mark Dayton for consideration to fill two vacancies in Minnesota's Sixth Judicial District. Hamline Law alums Jill Eichenwald Cornwell JD '92 and Theresa Neo JD '01 were among those recommended to fill the vacancies created upon the retirements of the Honorable Heather L. Sweetland and the Honorable Dale A. Wolf. Judge Sweetland's seat will be chambered in Duluth at St. Louis County and Judge Wolf's seat will be chambered in Carlton at Carlton County. Cornwell is currently an assistant public defender for the Sixth Judicial District, where she represents individuals charged with misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor, and felony offenses. Previously, she was an adjunct instructor at the College of St. Scholastica, and, prior to that, was the sole practitioner of the Eichenwald Law Office. Cornwell is a member of the board of directors for Center City Housing and has volunteered as a mock trial judge for the Minnesota State Bar Association. Neo is an assistant city attorney in the Duluth Attorney's Office, where she prosecutes traffic cases and petty misdemeanor, misdemeanor, and gross misdemeanor crimes. Previously, she has served as the staff attorney at the Indian Legal Assistance Program and the Safe Haven Shelter for Battered Women. She is a former president of the 11th District Bar Association and previously served on the board of directors for the Red Cross of Northern Minnesota.


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Sponsored by Rescued Pups, this year's breakfast features buttermilk and chocolate chip pancakes, sausage, bacon, vegetarian sausage, coffee and orange juice.
It's Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013, 8 a.m. - noon this Saturday at Pilgrim Church (2592 West 14th).
Get in, get here.
Tickets are available at the door — $12 for adults, $5 for kids. The event raises money and awareness for dogs with heart worm.
Parking is available in the Pilgrim Church lot, behind the church. On-street parking is also available in Tremont. You can also connect to the RTA #81 bus via downtown or rapid Red Line at West 25th.
A little history.
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Rodney is a young explosive swingman listed at 6'6" or 6'7" everywhere, and as detailed below, has been competing with Willie Green for the starting shooting guard job in Philly. nba.com lists him as a F.
October 21: Philly Daily News says Carney is still competing with Willie Green for a starting position alongside Dalembert, Reggie Evans, Iguodala , and Andre Miller.
From espn, notes on October 17: Status Alert: Carney, competing for the starting shooting-guard spot has hit 12 of 30 shots from the field but is just 1 of 9 from beyond the arc in the preseason. http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/player...?playerId=2995
October 10, Philly Inquirer: one of the most interesting battles is at shooting guard, where Willie Green and Rodney Carney are competing
listed as backup SG on rotoworld depth chart http://www.rotoworld.com/content/Dep...aspx?sport=NBA
listed as a guard/forward on the rotoworld player page http://www.rotoworld.com/content/pla...1262&sport=NBA
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It sounds like a good job offer, but how do you know for sure? Find out how frequently you can expect performance and salary reviews. Is the salary on a par with those of other professionals in your field? Should you negotiate for a better offer? Are bonuses or profit-sharing plans included? Will you travel? Is overtime expected? Will you need to relocate? You might make a list of pros and cons to help you consider the offer. It's a big decision--take your time.
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Is that offer to retire early as good as it looks? Make sure that you review the offer carefully before you accept or reject it. Is the severance package enough to carry you into the next phase of your life? If you accept, what will happen to your retirement benefits, and will your pension be smaller? Is adequate medical coverage included? What happens to the other benefits you were getting, such as life insurance? You'll want to map out your complete financial picture before making a final decision.
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A higher salary. More job security. Doing what you love. Fewer hours. More travel. Changing careers can be rewarding for many reasons, but career transitions don't always go smoothly. Your career shift may take longer than expected, or you may find yourself temporarily out of work if you need to go back to school or can't immediately find a job. Planning for the financial impact can make the transition easier.


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jameswang wrote:piotr wrote:Sylvester's argument is that based on the grammar one can inferre that the "walking passage" refers to the establishment of sati and not to the jhānas.
Oh.... Hmm.... But that doesn't proof OP wrong, does it?
Reading the sutta as it is, I get the idea that the jhanas are the result of establishing sati, and one progresses to higher jhanas through establishing of sati. So, greater jhanas are simply greater establishment of sati. How else can it be?
I'm not even sure if the "argument from grammar" is conclusive. If you read whole sutta you can conclude that it's not the establishment of sati that makes Buddha's walking, standing, sitting or laying down divine or noble, but states which proceed after the establishment of sati, namely: jhānas, brahmavihāras and retrospective knowledge of attainment of arahantship.


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S. Darko: A Donnie Darko Tale (BLU)
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Daveigh Chase (Donnie Darko, The Ring) stars in the riveting follow-up to the smash cult hit Donnie Darko! Co-starring Ed Westwick (TV's Gossip Girl) and Briana Evigan (Step Up 2: The Streets), this edgy and intriguing psychological thriller takes you through the wormhole into a world where time means nothing and the end is near! Seven years after her brother's death, Samantha Darko (Chase) is on the run...from her shattered home, from her bizarre past, and even from herself. But when she and her friend Corey (Evigan) are stranded in a desert town, they witness a meteorite crash that fractures time...and beings a countdown to the end of the world. Now Sam must rely on the frightening visions that plague her dreams to overcome her own dark destiny and set time back on course before everything she knows is destroyed!
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- Starring: Daveigh Chase, Ed Westwick, Elizabeth Berkley, Briana Evigan, Jackson Rathbone, James Lafferty
- Format: Color, Dolby, Widescreen
- Language: English, French
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- Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
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Family Events Highlight Free Fishing Day June 2
AUSTIN, Texas — A "Free Sportfishing Day" will highlight National Fishing and Boating Week, allowing anglers to fish any public waters in Texas without a fishing license on Saturday, June 2.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department officials said the special day in this state, authorized by the Texas Legislature, is intended to promote fishing and encourage people to enjoy the state's fishing resources. Both resident and nonresident recreational anglers will be allowed to fish without a license and will not be required to have special stamps such as the saltwater or freshwater fishing stamps.
The seventh annual National Fishing and Boating Week is June 2-10 with thousands of local events in communities across the country. Events will provide hands-on opportunities for families and friends to share fun, quality time together while learning about two of our nation's favorite pastimes — boating and fishing.
Numerous youth fishing activities are scheduled around the state during National Fishing and Boating Week, including special fishing events in state parks and fish stockings in community lakes. Park entry and facility use fees will still apply for those who wish to fish in state parks. Camping reservations are recommended.
National Fishing and Boating Week is a key component of the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation's national awareness campaign, Take Me Fishing. Funded by the federal government's Sport Fish Restoration Program, the non-profit Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation was created to increase participation in fishing and boating and focus attention on the need to protect the nation's aquatic resources.
Similarly, TPWD fisheries and state park officials began the Free Fishing in State Parks program a few years ago to encourage folks to fish and visit state parks. The program, which is currently set to run through August 2008 but may be extended for future years, allows anyone to fish inside a Texas state park without a fishing license.
Texas also offers a wide variety of urban fishing opportunities. Fun fishing can be found on the various lakes and along the banks around some of Texas' metropolitan areas — Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston and San Antonio. Shore and bank fishing sites can be found on many small urban lakes, as well as the bays and the Gulf of Mexico. Some sites have public piers and handicap access, and are set up to accommodate large groups, such as at state parks, the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center in Athens and Sea Center Texas in Lake Jackson.
Following is a calendar of special events coordinated by TPWD during Free Fishing Day on June 2:
Bastrop State Park — Jr. Angler Fishing Clinic — Let's go fishing! Instructors will be teaching the basics of freshwater fishing and giving out prizes. After new anglers complete all learning stations, the kids will become Certified Junior Anglers and we will all go fishing. Open to boys and girls ages 6-13. Fishing rods, reels and bait supplied; bring drinking water, hat, closed-toed shoes, insect repellent and sunblock. Kids should be accompanied by parent or guardian. 9 a.m.-noon (512) 321-2101.
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway — Fishing Fun — Bring the family and cast your lines for largemouth bass, channel catfish, crappie and sunfish in tranquil Lake Theo. There will be a fishing derby for kids 12 and under with prizes awarded in various categories. Fishing license requirements and park entry fees waived for participants. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; call for more information (806) 455-1492.
Cedar Hill State Park — Wal-Mart Kids All-American Fishing Derby — Kids can test their fishing skills. Casting, reeling and hitting the target are all part of the fun. Lots of door prizes will be given away at the end of the event. Food and drinks are available for purchase. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (972) 291-3900 Ext. 232
Coastal Conservation Association/Central Power and Light Marine Development Center State Fish Hatchery — National Fishing Day — Come and enjoy an open house to celebrate National Fishing Day. Visitors will have an opportunity to tour the state-of-the-art hatchery and learn about the marine stock enhancement program and are invited to participate in catch-and-release fishing in two stocked hatchery ponds. Bring fishing poles and bait due to the limited supply on-site. 8 a.m. noon (361) 939-7784.
Eisenhower State Park — 4-H Kids Fishing Derby — Come and fish beautiful Lake Texoma with the experts for fun, awards and prizes. This is a great way for families to take kids fishing for free with everything provided, including lots of help from expert anglers. Tackle available or bring your own. Fishing 8 a.m.-noon, prizes and activities noon-2 p.m. (903) 465-1956.
Fairfield Lake State Park — 5th Annual Kid's Fishing Derby — Kids ages 2-16 fish for lots of great prizes and enjoy free food and drinks. 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. (903) 389-4514.
Lake Arrowhead State Park — 15th Annual Kid Fishing Tournament — Prizes, donated by local businesses, awarded in different age groups. For ages 3-16. A limited number of fishing poles and bait are available. Adults may assist, but not catch fish for kids. Sign up at the Group Dining Hall. 2-4 p.m. Annual Rough Fish Contest — Prizes, donated by local businesses, will be awarded in different categories. For ages 17 and older; sign up at the Group Dining Hall; 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; sign up fee $2 per person (940) 528-2211.
Lake Livingston State Park — Wal-Mart Kids All-American Fishing Derby — Kids of all ages, join us for some fishing fun and maybe win a prize! There will be prizes awarded in different age groups. Attendees should bring their own tackle. 7 a.m.-noon (936) 365-2201.
Lake Texana State Park — Fishing Fun Day — Celebrate National Free Fishing Day fishing at the Day Pier with a ranger. Bait and cane poles provided; no fishing license needed. Afterwards, come to the Nature Center for more fun with a clinic that includes fish printing, casting, knot tying and fish identification. Fishing 9 a.m.-noon, clinic 2-3:30 p.m. (361) 782-5718.
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historical Site — Annual Fishing Day — Bring the children for a morning filled with fun, fishing and a fantastic fishing clinic held on the banks of the Pedernales River. Fishing equipment and worms provided or bring your own equipment and favorite bait. There will be drawings for door prizes. This event is co-sponsored with Fredericksburg Wal-Mart. 10 a.m.-noon (830) 644-2252.
Purtis Creek State Park — Adam Reilly's Take a Kid Fishing — Fishing is only half the fun! The day will also include a free hot dog lunch, door prizes, fishing clinics, kid fishing tournament, climbing wall, archery and paddle boats. 8 a.m.-noon (903) 425-2332.
Ray Roberts Lake State Park/Isle du Bois Unit — Wal-Mart Kids All-American Fishing Derby — Bring the kids and your equipment, and go fishing at the pier! Enjoy free fishing with door prizes every 20 minutes, free kids goodie bags, angling advice and assistance, exhibits and more. 9 a.m.-noon (940) 686-2148.
Sea Center Texas — Youth Fishing — Be sure to pack sunscreen, hat, lawn chair and fishing gear for a couple of hours of catch-and-release fishing at the marine fish hatchery and visitor education center. This event is open to guests ages 16 and younger should accompanied by an adult. Anglers must bring their own gear and bait with barb-less hooks, no artificial bait or treble hooks. Volunteers and staff will be on hand to assist first-time anglers. 8-10 a.m. (979) 292-0100.
Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center — National Fishing Day — Celebrate National Fishing Week with a fun day filled with fishing contests, games, food and door prizes for kids. Regular admission for adults. Children 12 and under free. 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. (903) 676-BASS.
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Durante has been on the radar of New Zealand football fans for some time, and in March will have completed the five years' residency necessary to qualify for the All Whites.
With that date fast approaching, Durante has decided to apply to Fifa for eligibility and he may even be able to take the field for his adopted country in their World Cup qualifiers in late March.
The news comes at the perfect time for the All Whites, reeling from the impending retirement of their captain. Durante, one of the best centre backs in the A-League, will be seen as an heir apparent for Nelsen and, with Winston Reid and Tommy Smith, will allow Ricki Herbert to retain the back three of which he is fond.
Durante's eligibility is no certainty, with Fifa notoriously strict in their criteria for players wishing to switch nations. While Durante has never stepped foot on a football field for Australia, he has been in several Socceroos squads and even sat on the bench during an Asian Cup qualifier in 2010.
For those reasons, Durante was remaining cautiously optimistic about his chances of pulling on the silver fern.
"I'm kind of cautious but in the back of my head I'm keen to play for the All Whites," he said. "I've been on the bench for a Socceroos game so there's always that that Fifa can look at, but the process is in motion and hopefully it all turns out all right and in March everything's all rosy."
Durante said the switch has been in the pipeline for some time and was not triggered by Nelsen's decision to take up the managerial reins at MLS side Toronto FC.
"It makes no difference to me, really. I'm going to pursue going down that path, regardless of if Ryan was around," he said. "Obviously, not being selected in the Socceroos has made the decision a lot easier. It's my birth country and obviously very close ties with it.
"But I've got very close links to New Zealand now - I've been here for five years, I'm captain of the only professional football club here, my daughter was born here, I own property here. It's home to me at the moment, it feels right and Ricki's quite keen for it to happen, which is always a positive, and the players have also been really positive about it."
With a large contingent of his Phoenix teammates also internationals, Durante was confident he would be made to feel welcome in the New Zealand dressing room.
Once the red tape is cut and his switch is confirmed, Durante's next task is to brush up on the Maori verse of the national anthem.
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President Obama's visit to Israel this week has created great excitement in Israel and in America's Jewish community. This will be his first visit as president to that country, and the country is responding accordingly.
It is always an honor to host a presidential visit, especially when the two countries involved have had an intensely close relationship since 1948, the year of Israel's birth.�
Yes, there have been disagreements, occasionally public bickering, just like in a close family, but similar to such a family the bed rock of the relationship is never questioned.� In the U.S.-Israel example it is a matter of two paths to reach mutually shared goals.
This point is critical, as the President has made it clear during his entire term of office that the U.S.-Israel alliance is almost in a category of its own; Israel is deeply appreciative of such an attitude from the world's superpower.
So how will this two-day visit affect the issues in the most difficult region in the world? As to furthering the relationship between these allies, this visit makes it absolutely clear to all that it is deep and permanent. It is an alliance that is concurrently dealing with the ongoing Iran nuclear threat; the uncertain Arab spring (or autumn?); the real danger of enormous stockpiles of sophisticated arms (including chemical and biological weapons of mass destruction) falling into terrorist hands; state-wide breakdowns in Egypt, Syria, Libya, and possibly in Lebanon, Jordan, Tunisia, and Yemen; and of course the ongoing Israel-Palestinian tension. Oh, and did I mention political differences between these allied friends?
Before speaking further about this most special relationship, let me comment on a couple of the above points. First, the Iranian threat is not something created by Israel's politicians to get re-elected; it is certainly not on a par with tying a dog on one's car roof or who is one's pastor.� Iran has stated on dozens of public occasions that she plans to wipe Israel off the map, and is intensely producing the nuclear means that could do so.�
If we consider how the U.S. is (justifiably) strengthening its nuclear defense against distant North Korea, then we can understand Israel's existential fear of Iran, a relative neighbor. And if Syria were to become a failed state it would be impossible to control or track conventional and WMD stockpiles.
Israel's concern is beyond political; it is the recognition of a real threat to her physical existence.� While tactics and timing differ between the United States and Israel, President Obama has consistently made it clear that the strategic goals of both countries are identical: no nuclear Iran, no WMD falling into hostile hands from Syrian armories.
In these and countless other situations, Israel has looked to U.S. support and has consistently received it.� Whether it is the supply of important weapons systems, strong international support in the U.N., scientific, business, or cultural collaboration, these allies are united. Several leaders of Israel's military have publicly stated that the level of military cooperation between these two nations has never been as great as during the Obama administration.�
Not all Israelis, not all Americans (or American Jews) feel this way. Yes, it is true that Barack Obama is not "warm and fuzzy"--the First Lady will take care of that. But overall, Israel is delighted and deeply honored to host this visit; it is impossible to get tickets for the president's planned address to Israeli students though the auditorium has space for a thousand.
Concerning the American Jewish community: This community gave the President two thirds of its vote in November, a slight decline from 2008 but still undeniably strong. It is difficult speaking for this community but it is widely acknowledged by its members that a presidential visit is a great honor and is being viewed accordingly. Again, not by all but by the overwhelming majority.�
One does not have to study Jewish history too closely to know that such an honor was rarely given to the Jewish people during its very long history.
The visit's impact on the Israel/Palestinian dispute?� Since Moses, Jesus, Mohammed and every U.S. president since Harry Truman have not been able to figure it out, President Obama most likely will not either. He will visit with President Abbas of the Palestinian Authority but there are no detailed plans on how to address a truly intractable issue. While It is difficult to come to this conclusion, the facts clearly point in this direction.� One of the genuine highlights in Israel's history was the joint peace-making work of Israel's Premier Menachem Begin, and Egypt's President Anwar Sadat.� They were peacemaking geniouses, and Israel and the Palestinians need such leaders again.
The presidential visit's impact on the Arab world in this time of change and tumult? The main impact will be demonstrating that Israel has the United States' full support at this both invigorating and worrisome time. It may take a while for true democracy to take root in the Arab world; let's not forget that this is a decades- or centuries-long process if England's political evolution is any indication.
To sum up, President Obama's Israel visit is unlikely to work miracles, but that's not its purpose. Its purpose is to unequivocally affirm the U.S.-Israel alliance and America's support of a strong Jewish state at peace.
Les Goldstein is a West Bloomfield resident and the regional director of American Friends of Bar Ilan University (an Israeli institution of higher learning).


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Hello, my name's Charlotte and I live in Australia.
I've been taking Buddhist classes and courses based on the New Kadampa Tradition for a while now. I know a lot of people have bad things to say about them, but it's basically given me a new perspective on life, and as far as I can see they're good people.
I was a Christian for fourteen years and learnt more about self-improvement in the first few hours of studying buddhism than I even learnt in all those years, so I'm keen to continue!
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Macrophages in Smokers' Lung
This study has been withdrawn prior to enrollment.
Imperial College London
Royal Brompton & Harefield NHS Foundation Trust
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Last updated: May 27, 2015
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Cigarette smoking causes an increase in inflammation in the lungs. In about 20% of smokers this inflammation leads to damage in lungs including making holes in the lung tissue. This damage can not be repaired and these people find it very difficult to breathe. One of the problems with this disease called chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD for short, is that by the time patients visit their doctor with symptoms, the damage has already been done. At the moment, there is no way to predict which smokers will go on to develop COPD. The aim of this research is to look at smokers who breathe normally and use an imaging technique called a CT scan, to look at their lungs in more detail. Some of these people will have spots on their scan which may be caused by inflammation. We want to look at the cells at these spots to see if they make more proteins and enzymes that cause lung damage when compared to people that do not have these spots. We would then be able to predict which smokers are likely to develop COPD and treat them early before they have damaged their lungs.
|Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Emphysema Chronic Bronchitis
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|Observational Model: Case Control
Time Perspective: Prospective
|Official Title:
|The Role of Macrophages in the Pathophysiology of Smokers' Lung
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|October 2005
|Estimated Study Completion Date:
|October 2007
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD for short, will be 3rd biggest killer in the world by 2020. The major cause of this disease is cigarette smoking, but only about 15-20% of smokers will develop COPD. In this disease, the lung becomes damaged and patients can not breathe properly. This damage can not be repaired therefore at the moment there are no good treatements for COPD. By the time a patient visits their doctor with symptoms the damage is already done. Therefore in this study we want to look at the lungs of smokers that feel well and can breathe normally. We believe that much of the damage to the lung in COPD is caused by inflammation. In particular, there are more inflammatory cells called macrophages in the lungs of these patients. These macrophages normally protect the lung when we inhale particles like dust and are also inportant to fight infections. In COPD, these macrophages are out of control and produce huge amounts of enzymes that break down lung tissue and more proteins that cause inflammation. We want to see if we can find these macrophages in the lungs of smokers before they get COPD. Recently, a 5 and a half year study showed that some smokers that can breathe normally have increased inflammation in their lungs. This can be seen using a scan called a CT scan. On the CT scan, these areas look like spots. When these smokers had another scan 5 and half years later, in some cases these spots had become holes in their lung. This is called emphysema and is one of the characteristics of COPD. We want to know whether the macrophages in these smokers cause this damage. If this is the case, we have two separate findings from this study. Firstly, we could look at macrophages and predict which smokers will develop COPD and secondly, try and develop new treatments to stop the macrophages from producing all proteins that cause inflammation.
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|21 Years to 70 Years (Adult, Senior)
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All healthy smoking volunteers in trials will meet the following criteria:
Age 21-70 years. Smoking history of at least 10 pack years. (1 pack year = 20 cigarettes per day for 1 year).
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|Imperial College London
|London, United Kingdom, SW3 6LY
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Imperial College London
Royal Brompton & Harefield NHS Foundation Trust
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|Athol Wells, MD
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|May 27, 2015
Keywords provided by Imperial College London:
CT scan
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Lung Diseases
Lung Diseases, Obstructive
Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive
Bronchitis, Chronic
Respiratory Tract Diseases
Pathologic Processes
Bronchial Diseases
Respiratory Tract Infections
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- Meeting rooms 14
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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired Internet
Free self parking, Free valet parking, RV, bus, truck parking
Room Amenities
- Premium TV channels
- Fireplace
- Premium bedding
- Patio
- Access via exterior corridors
- Air conditioning
- Free local calls
- Refrigerator
- Coffee/tea maker
- Daily housekeeping
- Designer toiletries
- Hair dryer
- In-room massage available
- In-room childcare (surcharge)
- Desk
- Iron/ironing board
- Cable TV service
- Flat-panel TV
- Free WiFi
- Room service (limited hours)
- Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
- Yard
Where to Eat
Sunriver Resort - Destination Hotels & Resorts has 4 restaurants, some with outdoor seating. Room service during limited hours is available.
Carson's American Kitchen - Serves meals throughout the day, with views of the golf course.
The Grille at Crosswater - Serves dinner on Fridays and Saturdays.
Twisted River Tavern - Cocktail bar overlooking the golf course serving American-inspired lunch and dinner.
Nearby Things to Do
Sunriver Resort is located near a ski ares, with 13 ski lifts serving 71 runs. The resort is also home to three 18-hole championship courses; advance reservations are strongly recommended. The Meadows Course, designed by John Fought, is a modern tribute to the great American courses of 1920s and 1930s. Seven holes border the river. Crosswater, designed by Bob Cup, is a heathland-style course on 600 scenic acres of woodlands and preserved wetlands. Robert Trent Jones Jr. designed the award-winning Woodlands Course, where an abundance of water and outcroppings of lava rock place a premium on shot accuracy.
The resort also features one large outdoor pool, a stable, and a marina. Thirty-seven miles of paved trails for walking and bicycling wind through the resort (bike rentals available). Sage Springs Club & Spa includes an indoor lap pool, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, a fitness center, personal training, and classes (use of indoor pool and fitness center complimentary for resort guests).
The recreational activities listed below are available on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Snowboarding nearby
- Downhill skiing nearby
- Cross-country skiing nearby
- Snowmobiling nearby
- Snowshoeing nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Scooter/moped rentals nearby
- Ski lessons available nearby
- Ski equipment rental shops nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Snow tubing nearby
- Fitness classes on site
- Basketball on site
- Bicycle rentals on site
- Fishing on site
- Golf driving range on site
- Golf lessons on site
- Golfing on site
- Hiking/biking trails on site
- Horse riding/rental on site
- Ice skating on site
- Mountain biking on site
- Pilates classes on site
- Playground on site
- Rowing or canoeing on site
- Tennis lessons on site
- Volleyball on site
- Yoga classes/instruction on site
Spa Services
Sunriver Resort - Destination Hotels & Resorts has a full-service spa featuring massage/treatment rooms, facials, and body treatments.
- Steam room in spa
- Manicures and pedicures
- Body wraps
- Body scrubs
- Sauna in spa
- Spa tub in spa
- Massages
- Body treatments
- Facial treatments
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them at check-out when you book your room.
- Accessible bathroom
Property Policies
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Special check-in instructions:
Check-out time is 11 AM
Payment types
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 7.00 per stay.
- Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per night
- Specific rooms only
- Pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
- Resort fee
Optional extras
- Breakfast fee: between USD 8 and USD 19 per person (approximately)
- Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per night
- Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 7.00 per stay
Property Name
- Sunriver Destination Hotels Resorts
- Sunriver Resort Destination Hotels & Resorts
- Sunriver Resort Destination Hotels Resorts
- Resort Destination Hotels Resorts
- Sunriver Resort Destination Hotels
- Resort Destination Hotels
- Sunriver Destination Hotels
We should mention
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September. Reservations are required for golf tee times. Reservations can be made by contacting the condominium resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. A resort fee is included in the total price displayed. This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.


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Recovering from dual injuries, Crain does drills
KISSIMMEE, Fla. -- Astros right-hander Jesse Crain has progressed so well from his strained right calf suffered last week than he was able to perform some agility drills Tuesday. Of course, that's not the biggest issue with Crain, who is recovering from October biceps tendinitis surgery.
"The calf's getting a lot better," he said. "I should be out and hopefully running within the next week. The good thing is if I was on the mound throwing and getting ready for the season and this happened, it would be a setback.
"As far as where I am with my throwing program, it didn't affect any of that. That's a good thing and it's still a process, day-by-day thing and building my arm strength back up. Hopefully every day it's getting stronger, which it is."
Crain, who signed for $3.25 million in January, was an All-Star in 2013, a season in which he posted a 0.74 ERA in 38 games with the White Sox, striking out 46 and walking only 11 in 36 2/3 innings, including a 29-inning scoreless streak. He didn't pitch after being traded to the Rays on July 29 because of the injury.
"To have two injuries at the same time [calf and biceps], you hope you can progress both simultaneously and not sequentially so he doesn't have to recover from his calf injury and spend time build up arm strength," general manager Jeff Luhnow said. "It's important he can make progress on that so he can continue to build up his arm strength."
Pitchers Jorge De Leon (quadriceps) and Raul Valdes (knee surgery) could both throw bullpen sessions in the next few days.
Brian McTaggart is a reporter for MLB.com and writes an MLBlog, Tag's Lines. Follow @brianmctaggart on Twitter. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Baylor freshman shares to improve 'PinK Girls' lives in Ethiopia
For Baylor freshman Ansley Bridges, a trip to an impoverished nation led to an organization that is improving the lives of girls as they advance through the educational system in Ethiopia.
Bridges, a second-semester freshman at Baylor, first visited Ethiopia at the age of 13. Even at that age, she noticed a problem.
"In Ethiopia, students take national exams from seventh grade through 12th grade. For 10th and 12th graders, students who do not pass their exams are kicked out of school and not allowed to continue," says the California native. "They have the option of retaking the national exam, but due to the fact that they are not allowed back in school, passing the exam is nearly insurmountable. Nationally, only 30% of girls would pass their exam."
What Bridges saw spurred her to act, and what started as a passion — helping girls in Ethiopia pass the exam — has become her mission.
In 2011, she started PinK Girl (PinK stands for "Power in Knowledge") to "provide young Ethiopian women with educational assistance and life skills in order to successfully graduate high school and attend the university."
Bridges spent two months in Ethiopia last year working with her "PinK girls," tutoring them and sharing life skills to help propel them to a passing grade in the national exams.
Together, their hard work is paying off — this summer, every one of the group's 12th graders passed the national exam; now, each is headed to an Ethiopian university.
Sic 'em, Ansley!
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Printers have persecuted me without a cause.
["]Then Mrs Blue Hen rumpled up her feathers and got mad with herself, and went to setting. I reckon that's what you call it. I've heard some call it 'setting' and others 'sitting.' Once, when I was courting, I spoke of a sitting hen, but the young lady said I was too prissy for anything."
"What is prissy?" asked Sweetest Susan.
Mr. Rabbit shut his eyes and scratched his ear. Then he shook his head slowly.
"It's nothing but a girl's word," remarked Mrs. Meadows by way of explanation. "It means that somebody's trying hard to show off."
"I reckon that's so," said Mr. Rabbit, opening his eyes. He appeared to be much relieved.
[Joel Chandler Harris, "Mr. Rabbit at Home"]


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— Love dilemmas abound, and here, in our first installment of a weekly advice column, a TODAY.com panel answers questions from two readers dealing with relationship issues. Have your own question? Submit it here.
First, let's introduce our panelists:
The wise grandma: Kitty Schindler
At age 87, retired nurse Kitty Schindler is TODAY.com's oldest regular contributor. As one of 10 children raised by a Pennsylvania coal miner during the Depression, she shared her advice on getting through tough times in her Ask Kitty column; now she offers advice from the perspective of a successful long-term relationship — a 61-year marriage.
The relationship expert: Dr. Robi Ludwig
Dr. Robi Ludwig is a National TV commentator and psychotherapist who practices in New York City. She is also the author of the book, "Till Death Do Us Part" as well as a contributor for both Care.com and TODAY.com.
The dude: Alex Smith
Alex Smith is a 44-year-old journalist and native New Yorker. Despite possessing a worldview some might describe as "bleak" and/or "cynical," Alex has been very happily married for a decade, and is the father to two incandescent little children, Charlotte (age 7) and Oliver (age 5).
Kitty says: It's not much of a conversation then, is it? Women sometimes tend to hold on to relationships long beyond the expiration date because it's too painful for them to let go. Ask yourself where you want the relationship to go. What future do you see for yourself? It's time for a mature meeting of the minds. You need honest answers and a change of attitude on her part. Put all your cards on the table and don't allow her to expect the status quo. Tell her you are unhappy and changes must be made. If she says she needs time to think about it, set a deadline for her answers.
Dr. Robi says: It sounds like your lady love could be suffering from an Internet addiction problem. Internet addictions are similar to impulse-control disorders and are becoming increasingly problematic for people these days. Perhaps you can ask your girlfriend the following questions:
The other symptoms of unhealthy Internet use can include neglecting friends or family in order to stay online, a withdrawal from other pleasurable activities and feeling guilty or ashamed as a result of this online behavior. If these signs and symptoms appear to apply, you may want to suggest the two of you go for counseling. Counseling can help prevent further harm from happening to your relationship and also help the two of you learn healthier ways to communicate and be with each other.
Alex says: It's a little mystifying that your lady friend's continuing to tirelessly surf the Net even after you expressed your displeasure with it. Are you sure she's not pursuing a covert relationship in cyberspace? Not to be too blunt, but perhaps you're just not holding her attention the way you used to. Maybe it's time you either stepped up your game or asked a few more pointed questions.
Kitty says: After the work involved in 17 years of marriage, you are entitled to pleasant evenings out. Next time it happens, bring it to his attention right then and there. Tell him if he doesn't stop immediately, you will ask the waiter to call a cab for you and go home. That will get more of his attention than some woman across the room.
Dr. Robi says: It sounds like your husband has a tremendous need to build his ego and test out how attractive he is to other women. This might be fine if he wasn't married and if you didn't care. The best way to handle this situation is to address it. Let him know you appreciate how attractive he is to other woman, but that it really makes you feel bad when he engages in these long flirtations, especially when he's at a party with you.
Perhaps he's unaware of how you feel and you need to make him aware. You can also ask him how he would feel if you did this to him when the two of you were together at an event. Let him know you appreciate how normal it is to find other women attractive, but to be so obvious about it in front of you makes you feel very uncomfortable and upset. Hopefully this new awareness will help your husband treat you in a way that makes you to feel more loved and appreciated!
Alex says: Lots of married guys console themselves with the ol' "there's no harm in looking" defense, but if your allegations are correct, it seems like your man might be crossing the line between being harmlessly flirty and, well, sleazily predatory. I understand that you've already called him on it, and maybe you don't want to make a federal case out of it, but if it's making you feel underappreciated, you need to be heard. For a start, you could give his obviously very active libido a jolt by creating a little distance and withhold any physical intimacy. Honestly, he needs to cut that crap out.
Do you agree with this advice? Share your own thoughts in the comments below!


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Top Honors for Fairfax County in Budgeting, Financial Reporting and Investment Policy
Fairfax County Office of Public Affairs
12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 551
Fairfax, VA 22035-0065
Contact: Merni Fitzgerald, Director of Public Affairs
703-324-3187, TTY 711, Fax 703-324-2010
Media Pager: 703-324-NEWS (6397)
Oct. 15, 2007
Top Honors for Fairfax County in Budgeting, Financial Reporting and Investment Policy
Once again, the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has recognized Fairfax County for excellence in financial reporting and budgeting. For the 22nd consecutive year, the county received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its annual budget for the fiscal year 2008. This award represents the highest form of recognition in governmental budgeting and reflects the commitment of the governing body and staff in meeting the highest principles of public budgeting.
For the fourth consecutive year, GFOA also recognized the county's Integrated Sewer System for the Wastewater Management Program with the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Award for its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for fiscal year 2006. The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting. Earlier this year, the county received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Award, for the 30th consecutive year, for its countywide CAFR for fiscal year 2006. For more information, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/2007/122.htm.
The county also recently received the Association of Public Treasurers' (APT) Investment Policy Certificate of Excellence Award for the ninth consecutive year. The county's investment policies submitted to the APT received vigorous peer-team review for conformity with principles of sound investment management, careful public stewardship and adoption of the profession's best practices.
For more information, contact Robert L. Mears, director of the Department of Finance, at 703-324-3126, TTY 711.
For more news and information, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news.


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Topic: We have had no time!
My father (age 70) was just diagnosed at the end of May 2006 with phase 4 bile duct cancer, and last week was given 3 weeks to 3 months to live!
We need time to sort all this out! This can't be true from a man who has been healthy all his life.
He is jaundiced, has two stents draining his liver, ascites, kidney failure and now internal bleeding!
He has been too sick to receive any chomo treatment, but finally on Friday started his first treatment with 5FU with Leucovorin.
Am I kidding myself to think there is any hope to spend Christmas together?


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The BFA and MFA programs of the Film School offer students a chance to learn about both the aesthetics and practices of filmmaking. First, by exploring film as an art form, students learn to "see" the physical and metaphysical world, and then find ways to conceptualize and represent it. Through the mastering of the basic techniques of writing, producing, shooting, directing and editing, students learn how to make narrative films. The intention, ultimately, is to help students find their unique voices and learn how to tell the stories that move, captivate, and inspire them.
While we embrace the idea of film as an art, it is also a business, and students need to learn what makes for a successful film career and how to achieve the profitable exhibition of one's work. Time is spent understanding the various aspects of development, financing and promotion.
While the general paradigm for filmmaking is the narrative film, we aim to provide other opportunities for students. It is possible to make documentaries, music videos and web series through independent study of specialized courses.
Exposure to the filmmaking community is an important part of the learning process and we bring visiting artists into the classroom as guests in person and through the internet whenever possible, thereby increasing the students' exposure to working professionals. Internships are also encouraged as a way to further enhance one's skills and make contacts in the professional community. A successful graduate of the Film School will know how to create films and how to find the audience for them.
The faculty and I have had, and continue to have, the pleasure of being professional filmmakers, and now we look forward to helping you on your own journey.
Richard Gershman
Associate Professor and Chair
The Film School


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Hi all,
I am generating a number of samples (which control movement in another part of my code) via DAQmx functions. This works fine, but I would like to synchronise these movements and use them as triggers for capturing frames of a camera (PCIe-1427).
My DAQmx channel is configured to write to a RTSI0 line and I have verifed that the outputted frequency is correct by oscilloscope. I am using IMAQ configure Trigger3.vi and am setting the type to RTSI. However, I would like my camera to capture the same number of times as there are samples being generated (set by me). In essence I would like my the samples and the image capture synchronised.
Attached in a screenshot of my code. Although there are other posts related to triggering of images, I wish to trigger an image capture with samples created within the code. Is this possible? Am I going about this is the right way?
Any help would be greatly appreciated!!
Ps. In MAX, I have set Tirgger Mode to Internal, Trigger Source to CC1, I have unticked the CC Lines source box and CC1 is set to External trigger 0.
It seems like you have the IMAQ code set to trigger the start of the acquisition via RTSI, but from what you described you seem like you want to trigger each buffer individually. Perhaps just change the trigger constant from triggering the start of the acquisition to triggering each buffer?
Hi Eric,
Thanks a lot for your reply. I implemented what you suggested and although the code now seems to work (all 3 parts), they are out of sync. I also have an optical switch in the mix!
What I would like is for any one position**, the switch to switch between my two optical channels and also acquire an image of what each optical channel 'sees' at each position. I have outputted the CO Pulse Frequency to my camera via RTSI (as described before) to my camera and to my switch (/Dev1/Ctr0Out) via the DAQmx channel node.
Besides declaring the trigger type to be RTSI as in the attached figure, I control the number of images by nested for loops for the number of A and B-scans desired.
Please help!!
**The number of samples generates the number of scanning positions - I keep track of these by calling then B-scans and A-scans, I am raster scanning mirrors.
Hi Miika,
I realise it's been a week since the last post. Are you still looking for help with your RTSI triggering or have you managed to solve the problem now?
Best Regards,
Hi Oli,
Thanks for the reply. Although I've now verified that the camera is being triggered (hardware 'external' trigger from counter output to TTL Trigger lines - no RTSI) I am still having difficulty obtaining an image per position. To recap, if I have a counter output of frequency N, I would like N images (these samples correspond to mirror positions, I want to capture images at each position).
I posted a frame timeout query here: http://forums.ni.com/t5/LabVIEW/Timeout-error-using-grab/m-p/1960051#M650437
and am currently trying to work though those issues. If you would be so kind as to take a look and possible proffer some help, I would be very grateful.
Kind regards,
Hi Miika,
Having a look through that other post, it looks like my colleague Alex is already on the case. I'll go and have a chat with him, he will probably be able to reply to your last questions some time today. It will be more efficient for one of us to work on the issue as we might overlap what we are suggesting if we both troubleshoot at the same time.
I'll give Alex my thoughts so he can work that into his reply.
Best Regards,
Great, thanks Oli!!


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6500 sq ft Underground Bunker
Featured On DOOMSDAY PREPPERS
Rising S Company was recently featured on the National Geographic TV series Doomsday Preppers. Starting Tuesday March 19th the episode "Bunker Vacation" will begin airing on the NatGeo channel. Check your local listings for the broadcasting schedule and go watch! There are so many new things are happening at Rising S Company and we are excited to be able to share it with you.
There a numerous daily threats to life as we know it. Reasons that might constitute making a purchase of a steel underground bunker. Many of these threats are obvious scenarios such as nuclear war or terror attacks with dirty bombs… and civil / social unrest that will follow such an attack. Currently there are 9 countries that are nuclear powers in the world. (United States, Russia, United Kingdom, France, China, India, Pakistan, North Korea and Israel) Not all of these countries are our allies. North Korea threatened nuclear retaliation against the US in 2013. Another big concern centered around these threats of modernized weaponry is the possible use of bombs with EMP's. (Electro Magnetic Pulse) These types of weapons take aim at our dependence on electrical systems and power grids. A collapse of our nation's power grid would be equally as crippling as a nuclear weapon if not more so. Our nation has become totally reliant on electrical systems and power grids. This kind of attack would impair almost every facet of life as we know it.
Our world is changing rapidly and from these rapid changes in climate and temperature we are seeing more and more extreme storms and natural disasters. Natural disasters are major threats that we must face today. Hurricanes and tornadoes are just tip of the problem. In 2004 the biggest tsunami ever recorded took place in the Indian ocean. The aftermath left over 230,000 people dead from 14 different countries.
Shifting governmental power also generate major concerns and justifications for going underground. Over the past several years; we have seen our right to bear arms fall under attack by our own government leaders, and they are taking more and more of our liberties. There is no shortage of educational videos and articles available to the public highlighting the numerous concerns surrounding the trustworthiness of our world leaders and their true agendas. Governmental conspiracy is no longer a theory.. there are many pieces of evidence and data that we know can't be explained by the excuses given to us by or nation's leaders and still there is no attempt to properly inform the people. Everything from covert government programs such as HAARP (which is manipulating the weather) to false flag operations.. we have it all happening today in the world we live in.
A underground bunker may be the first line of defense in any of these scenarios. Don't be caught unprepared! Contact us today to get more info about steel underground bunkers.
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Typically; our shelters are installed at a depth of approximately 10ft. In most cases there is no real reason to bury a shelter any deeper than this. There is nothing stronger on the market today – no exceptions. That is no empty claim! Rising S is committed to producing the safest, most dependable bunkers on the market. Ensure your family's future with a Rising S bunker. Anything else is a gamble.
Tour Videos
Tour a Steel Underground Bunker – 10×50 Silverleaf Series – Luxury Edition
Experience the difference between a Rising S steel shelter and all of the imitators. This video rendering of a Rising S steel bunker 10'w x 50′ Silverleaf Series shows what your underground might look like. Imagination and budget are the only limitations at RSC!
Made from 100% steel; these units offer several upgraded features such as NBC air-filtration systems, 12v solar generator, fully functional plumbing and septic systems, infrared surveillance systems and escape tunnels just to name a few. These bunkers are completely custom built to each customer's specific requests and there is no request too extravagant. These individual units can be designed to attach to other units allowing elaborate floor plans and comfortable underground living. Rising S is redefining the word "survival" with our luxurious line of underground bunkers. Take a tour and you'll understand what a difference there is. Call us to schedule a consultation and let Rising S start building your "Plan-B" today!
Underground Bunker Commercial – As Seen On The Blaze Tv
Ensure your familiy's future with an underground bunker or steel storm shelter. Rising S makes the biggest and best underground bunkers and shelters on the market today. The highest level of quality and attention goes into every structure. Find out why our underground bunkers are a better product than ALL other shelters.
HIGH CAPACITY STORM SHELTER – RSC Super Shelter
Even the most modern structures are incomplete with out adequate protection against the forces of nature. This video will give you an in depth look at the Rising S line of high capacity "SUPER" storm shelters. Each can hold hundreds of people, can be built for handicap access and the craftsmanship will last for generations. Call us today to learn more about these incredible shelters.
Double Bunker Tour
Complete tour of another Rising S underground steel bunker. This unit is 1000 square feet and boasts enough room sleep 14. Additional amenities include energy efficient appliances, shower, 2 NBC air filtration units (NBC = nuclear, biological, chemical), 4 blast valves/over-pressure valves, ample heavy duty shelving and storage, custom aluminum cabinets, 2 panel solar generator, bullet resistant door, escape hatch and a custom gun vault. This unit also has an upgraded septic system with a traditional wet toilet. This bunker is perfect for larger families or just those with lots of storage needs.
Walk through a basic 8×40 steel survival bunker
Don't take our word for it! Matt Williams of www.infowars.com came by to review a Rising S steel survival shelter. Watch this to see why RSC is the best bunker builder in the country.
Quote: Matt Williams ~ InfoWars.com
"The bunkers they showed me today are by far the VERY BEST I've ever seen! Rising S craftsmanship, quality and experience exceeded my expectations and completely redefined for me what should be involved in a survival bunker."