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My manager has givin me all of our gear in order sell everything. It's been in storage for over six months and it needs to go. That means, super cheap prices, and most importantly quality. We were a semi-professional paintball team. Most of our starter's equipment is already gone but our backups, practice equipment, and everything is still here.
Our team website is http://www.team-aon.com/index.php but over the past months it's been shutdown, hacked, and is slowly being deleted. My name is Joshua and I was a front/snake player. I've been playing paintball off and on ever since I was a kid and now only play rec.
If you're interested in anything or have questions you must email me first. I will then give you my phone number if you're a serious buyer. Read ALL the rules before emailing me at email@example.com or PM me here.
1. Cash only.
2. Your money first, than I ship.
3. I understand trust is a huge factor in buying/selling over the internet. That is why I REQUIRE phone call conversations and email. To insure the well being of both individuals.
4. Paypal will be used. It keeps track of payments and can be a huge factor in making sure both of us don't get scammed.
5. If you can find cheaper at a legit website, tell me and I'll lower my price at least 10% from theirs or 15% if you're local. I will require a link for proof. Those percentages can change. I'll do my best to make it worth while. could be 10%, could be 50%...
6. You pay shipping. I get a VERY reasonable discount from my families business so I can assure you I will make it as cheap as possible.
7. All gear will be cleaned and maintained properly. If there is something wrong with an item I will state it in the description.
8. If you buy over 100$ I will include something free. I don't know what, but I'll be cool about it. I'll have choices for you to pick something. It wont be stickers thats for sure.
9. If you buy over 300$ I'll pay shipping. (again, if you're close I'll be cool about it)
10. Don't low ball me or offer. The only way I will lower my price is if I see proof you can get it cheaper somewhere else. Read rule 5
*****I have researched on the manufactures websites, and player posts to do my best to make these items are as cheap as possible. I'm only human so I can mess up. I WILL be guessing prices on some things to save time. I don't have hours and hours a day to research prices. If you see something that's insanely overpriced let me know. My prices aren't set in stone by any means. Basically, if you want something on here, you WILL get it at the cheapest price available.*****
Here is what we're dealing with...
Stock everything I believe.. I don't know a lot about it anymore. There is a leak in the reg, I think it's just a bad O-ring. So it can be fixed easily. I don't have any extra to try and fix.
Stock parts. proto 12'' (?) barrel (if still available)
proto rail (?) frame $20
4 proto masks: $10 each
1 JT mask(broke): $5
3 I4's: $75(only 2 with warrenty card still) -all used maybe 3-4 times. Perfect condition. all come with cloth bag.
Events: $60. in box but has been opened. Never used though. comes with cloth bag.
Dye packs 45$ WITH 4 dye pods (while they last)
karnage packs: 15$ each WITH 4 karnage pods (while they last)
Empire pack: 20$ WITH 4 extreme rage/fatboy(only have 2 though)/karnage pods (while they last)
(paint not included)
Dye pods: 3$ each
other (2 fatboy-clear, 4 extreme rage-blue, rest are karnage: 1$ each
ANIMAL CUSTOMS team AON jerseys. Great practice jerseys, Top quality $25
Medium: 2 (names "Lane" and "Deuce" on back)
Large: 1 [karnage blue jersey]
XL: 2 (one blank, one with "Polar Bear" on back)
2X: 2 (one blank, one with "Madjax" on back)
Karnage Large never used Jersey $30
Black/Grey Proto Pants. Either 07/08 I have no idea. 30$ each
Medium: 3 total (1 never used)
Large: 1 total (never used)
XL: 1 total
Top is a case.. I'll give it to the first person who buys a barrel
cp barrel 14'' 15$
Empire 14'' 15$ each
proto 12''(?) 10$, Unless SLG is sold
Still have tanks, misc (tank covers, barrel plugs, sandanas, headband, random crap +more)


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It is a touch of New England or Canada on the West Virginia slopes.The area is to be managed in an undisturbed condition for study and enjoyment. The forest only survived because of a surveying mistake decades ago. Today, the Gaudineer is one of the few old-growth forests in West Virginia easily accessible to visitors.It sits atop Shavers Mountain in West Virginia's sprawling 919,000-acre Monongahela National Forest. It's just north of Gaudineer Knob on the border between Randolph and Pocahontas counties. The 4,432-foot peak is the highest spot on Shavers Mountain, a ridge in the heart of the Allegheny Mountains.It is about 5 1/2 miles from Durbin off U.S. 250 and U.S. Forest Service roads.The Greenbrier River lies to the east. Shavers Fork of the Cheat River lies to the west. The scenic area is the headwaters of Glade Run and Old Road Run, tributaries of the Cheat and the West Fork of the Greenbrier, respectively.The Gaudineer Scenic Area was designated in October 1964 by the U.S. Forest Service. It has also been designated a National Natural Landmark, one of 15 in West Virginia. In 1983, the Society of American Foresters honored the scenic area as an outstanding example of a vegetative community in near-natural condition dedicated for scientific and educational purposes.It includes 50 acres of virgin and second-growth red spruce and 90 acres where selective timber has been cut in salvage operations over the years after storm blowdowns. Most of the original growth in the 90-acre tract is still standing. Today you can explore the area on the half-mile loop of the Virgin Spruce Trail off Forest Service Road No. 27. The yellow-blazed trail is an easy hike with interpretive signs into a world of green: needles, moss-covered trunks, leafy green understory.There are thick-trunked 100-foot-high giants, plus birch, ash, cherry and maples. The understory and ground cover include rhododendron, moosewood, new-growth spruce and birch, ferns, wood sorrel, mosses, wood shamrock, trilliums and foamflowers.The trees, standing and downed, are big, very big. The downed trees have massive root systems that may stand 10 to 12 feet tall off the ground, twisted into grotesque shapes.The giants are starting to come down from old age, disease and winds. New trees are springing up from the rotting, moss-covered trunks of old trees that were toppled earlier. There are huge gaps in the canopy above where the giants have fallen.Signs are posted warning visitors against hiking the Virgin Spruce Trail (Trail No. 374) on windy days because of danger from falling branches and thin-rooted trees. There are great views to the west from the Gaudineer picnic area.Federal officials say the entire 140-acre tract contains at least 1.5 million board feet of timber, but a surveyor omitted the 1,000-acre triangular tract because he failed to correct between true north and magnetic north.The area around Gaudineer was thoroughly clear-cut between 1900 and 1930. Major wildfires followed. The giant trees survived, although there is extensive evidence of those fires on charred trunks.The tract was eventually purchased by the Forest Service at the insistence of former Monongahela Forest Supervisor Arthur A. Wood, who believed that future generations should know what an Appalachian spruce forest was like. It was named after a federal ranger, Don Gaudineer, who died in 1936 trying to rescue his children from a house fire.West Virginia once had about 469,000 acres of red spruce. Those forests produced 100,000 board feet per acre. Most have been logged. Only about 50,000 acres have produced second-growth red spruce forests.The Gaudineer Scenic Area is part of a larger primitive backcountry that is popular with backpackers, hikers and cross-country skiers. Gaudineer Knob is well known to birders because of the warblers and thrushes that can be found in its boreal woods. A 1940 study by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service reported that Gaudineer had the highest concentration of birds per acre in the United States. The birds are at their best from May to July.You can also access the yellow-blazed cross-West Virginia Allegheny Trail in the scenic area. It will eventually stretch 330 miles from Preston County on the West Virginia-Pennsylvania border south to Monroe County on the West Virginia-Virginia border. About 20 miles are yet to be completed. For information, visit www.wvscenictrails.org/alleghenytrailoverview.aspx.To get to Gaudineer Scenic Area, take U.S. 250 west from Durbin for 4 miles. Turn right and head north on Forest Service Road No. 27 for 2 miles. The road will fork. The left fork goes to a picnic area; the right fork to the big trees. It's another mile.Not far away is the site of Summit Cheat Fort, built atop Cheat Mountain by federal troops in 1861 to control the historic Staunton-Parkersburg Turnpike. The fort is no longer there, but interpretive signs tell the story of the fort, also called Fort Milroy.For more information, contact the Greenbrier Ranger District at 304-456-3335 or www.fs.usda.gov/mnf.One of the biggest tourist attractions near Gaudineer Knob is the Cheat Mountain Salamander. The Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad offers rides on the historic train, a self-propelled John Deere-powered railcar. The Salamander's 2013 season ended in October when a logging truck crashed into the train.The Salamander, named for a local amphibian, runs on a onetime lumber and coal route that parallels Shaver's Fork of the Cheat River.The railroad offers nine-hour, 128-mile trips from the Elkins Depot. The train goes to the old logging town of Spruce on Cheat Mountain with its red spruce forests. Trips are offered from July to October. Tickets are $79 for adults, $68 for children 4-11, $77 for senior citizens and $76 for military. You can also board at Cheat Bridge for a three-hour, 30-mile round trip: $42 for adults, $40 for seniors, $34 for children 4-11 and $39 for military.The railroad has several other train options too. For reservations and more information, call 304-636-9477 or 877-686-7245 or http://mountainrailwv.com. 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text: Smell the Coffee: Let's agree to disagree over what's comic or crude By Karin Fuller October 12, 2013 Story Share CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Apparently, the author of that famous children's book was wrong.Everyone doesn't.Or if they do, some aren't capable of seeing the humor. I pity their poor dogs, which I'm certain are receiving more than their fair share of blame.For those who aren't falsely disgracing their dogs--especially those who were kind enough to email about being able to laugh over those unpleasantly scented parts of life that I wrote about last Sunday, you're my buds. My people. I've got your back. Well, I would if I wasn't nervous about standing behind you.The emails after last Sunday's column were so fun, even the haters. It was like reading a play-by-play of a ping pong match.The first one loved it.Second one hated it.Third said I should have my own sitcom.Fourth proposed removing my fingers so I could never type again.The back and forth continued at a fairly even pace. In favor. Opposed. Hilarious. Disgusting. Never before have I written a column that provoked such a divisive response. Who'd have thought something as natural as a little air soiling could prompt proclamations of both hatred and love? Still, it got me to thinking about what makes people laugh, and how wildly ranging the idea of what's funny can be.When my daughter was small, she'd attach herself to a joke and tell it so many times the words "knock-knock" became the spoken equivalent of fingernails down a chalkboard. Over the years, she's honed her sense of humor to the point where she's one of the funniest people I know. Her sense of timing and ability to twist words around often send me over the edge, laughing so hard I'll have tears running down my leg. My boyfriend is also unfailingly funny, as are most of my relatives. It occurred to me, as I was painting my 20-year-old nephew's toenails the other day while he napped, that our prank-prone gatherings would be intolerable for most of those haters of last week's column. We are admittedly childish and occasionally crude. It's been that way as long as I can remember.And I'm so grateful for that.To be able to find the funny in the worst situations has been the biggest blessing to me. When I was a scrawny, flat-chested pre-teen with braces and glasses and unfortunate hair, being able to make the joke about myself before some cruel classmate could do it tended to disarm my tormenters. And as an adult who has landed in one difficult situation after another, being able to root out the parts that are laughable has saved my sanity. Still, I get that there is no universal funny. Some love clowns, while for others, they're the stuff of nightmares. I can go into hysterics over an old Mystery Science Theater, but that same show once caused a friend to get carpet burns because she dove for the remote to change the channel when it came on.The thing to remember is that no one hits a home run every time they're at bat. There are writers I love, even though I don't love everything they write. Adored singers with songs I skip past. Favorite actors with movies I dislike or performances I feel are weak.But I've never wanted to cut off their fingers when they missed the mark.And never unjustly laid blame on my dog.Reach Karin Fuller via email at email@example.com. Story Share Story Share Trending Now 1 Correctional officers need raises, lawmakers told 2 Gazette editorial: Is it time for health care for all yet? 3 DHHR: WV medical marijuana law will need $2 million in upfront costs 4 Joe Manchin: WV delegation must not support mine safety cuts (Gazette) 5 Putnam board suspends former Poca principal charged with DUI SC is home to new businesses with unique offerings Previous Story Downtown ArtWalk is an evening of culture and commerce Next Story


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(AP) PITTSBURGH - A trade group for drone aircraft manufacturers and operators has released the industry's first code of conduct in response to growing privacy concerns.
The Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International said Monday that the recommendations for "safe, non-intrusive operation" are meant to guide operators and reassure a public leery of the possibility of spy drones flying undetected over their homes.
"We understand as an industry that we've got a public relations problem," said Paul McDuffee, a director of the association who helped draft the recommendations.
Drones, small airplanes or helicopters operated remotely by pilots from the ground, can be equipped with sophisticated cameras and even weapons. They have been used to spy on and hunt down al Qaeda terrorists in Pakistan, but the rapidly-declining size and cost of them has prompted fears that thousands could be operating in the U.S. within a decade, with little effective oversight. Some of the drones weigh just a few pounds and can fit in a person's hands.
Citizens, civil liberties groups and politicians have voiced worries that the small aircraft raise the specter of a "surveillance society." Currently there are only about 300 authorized federal permits to operate such aircraft, along with an unknown number of unlicensed amateurs, who are supposed to keep their aircraft within sight.
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The new recommendations by the association, a non-profit based in Arlington, Va., that has members in more than 60 countries, pledge to "respect the privacy of individuals" and the concerns of the public and to follow all federal, state and local laws. They also pledge to ensure that remote drone pilots are properly trained and to respect "other users of the airspace."
The language on privacy is good, but it's not enough, American Civil Liberties Union lobbyist Chris Calabrese said.
"I think it's really important that they're paying attention to privacy. That's to their credit," Calabrese said. "But I can't imagine they expect this to quell privacy concerns."
Calabrese added that ultimately even well-meaning guidelines from a private group aren't legally binding on public and private organizations around the country.
"I think Congress needs to step in. This is new technology. It's potentially incredibly invasive," he said. "People are profoundly discomforted by the idea of drones monitoring them."
Some law enforcement agencies have already purchased powerful drones.
A county sheriff's office in Texas used a homeland security grant to buy a $300,000, 50-pound ShadowHawk helicopter drone for its SWAT team. Randy McDaniel, chief deputy with the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, said earlier this year his office had no plans to arm the drone, but he left open the possibility the agency might decide to adapt it to fire tear gas canisters and rubber bullets.
McDuffee, who works for Insitu, a Boeing Co. subsidiary that designs and builds drones in Port Orange, Fla., called the wide range of drone aircraft "the next latest and greatest thing in aviation," noting that there's interest from law enforcement, first responders, scientists and private industry, such as farmers who want to monitor or spray crops. The permits are issued by the Federal Aviation Administration, which is working on new rules that will greatly expand legal uses.


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Washington, D.C. -- U.S. consumer spending averaged $86 a day in April 2013, according to new figures from Gallup. This number is essentially flat compared to $89 in March and $83 in February.
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While "DiSO's Italian Sandwich Society" might sound like just another trendy food truck name with no real meaning behind it, at this revived deli-on-wheels you get the idea that there might actually be a society involved. On their website you can see that there's actual history here—some cool very photos of the truck's different incarnations over the years, starting with an image of a cart on wooden wheels in 1927, then a modest truck displaying their four-digit phone number in 1939, then flanked by a couple of mobstery-looking guys in 1951, and so on. As of May, the truck is back and in action, run by the same family that started it way back when. Its location varies, but it tends to hit Midtown, the Flatiron, the Financial District, and beyond.
All the meats and cheeses are sliced fresh to order right in the truck, which means you'll probably have to wait. But it also means that you'll be treated to the sandwich makers occasional calls of, "Who needs pro-JOOT? Anyone wants a taste of pro-joot?" at which point you can step up to the counter and grab a paper-thin curl of proscuitto to snack on.
The menu is loaded with appealing sandwiches named after [real or imagined] Italian mobsters. We couldn't help but chuckle while reading about such amusing options as the "Tommy the Wig," and the "Vinny Chins." Considering the high caliber of the ingredients (the meats and cheeses are from Di Palo's, our favorite real-deal Italian dairy and charcuterie shop, and the areas they frequently park in, the prices are reasonable. The half heroes run from $6.50 to $8.00, and are almost large and brimming enough for a filling lunch on their own. Full-sized heroes run $9 to $11.50.
We ordered four heroes on the "rustica" Italian bread, though they also offer focaccia, ciabatta, and whole wheat. The rustica is a far cry from your average squishy hero roll, but it's a matter of taste whether that's a good thing or not. Half of us loved the crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside bread, which was dusted with flour and resembled a baguette, while the other longed for the softer bread more typical of Italian heroes.
The vegetarian Tony Cheeks (Hero: $9, Half: $6.50) was our runaway favorite. We didn't miss the meat at all in this flavorful sandwich, which is packed with an amply salted pairing of two oft-screwed up vegetables: eggplant and broccoli rabe. The fried (but not breaded) eggplant was silky, sweet and devoid of bitterness, leaving the broccoli rabe to add a sight bitter kick. That kick was amplified by a layer of vinegary and hot pickled cherry peppers, and calmed down by a few thin slices of fresh, buttery provolone.
We wish the Italian combo-esque Don Vitone (Hero: $11.50, Half: $8), with both proscuitto and sopressata, worked better than it did. The two meats competed for attention and almost canceled each other out. Di Palo's mozzarella was moist and full-flavored, though the sweet roasted peppers shone through as our favorite element. The menu claimed it would have tapenade, though it tasted more like the balsamic glaze.
Salami proved to be a better player on its own in the The Frankie Wop (Hero: $10, Half: $7), especially in conjunction with the smoked mozzarella and hot cherry peppers. The sweetness of the balsamic glaze was not as noticeable against the powerhouse of salt, smoke, and spice going on here.
For daily locations, check their Facebook or Twitter pages, and expect a line; sandwiches this good won't stay under the radar long.
About the author: Lauren McInnes is an intern at Serious Eats. You can read about her brave forays into German cuisine at thedailyberlunch.blogspot.com


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Book a flight to Khartoum with Qatar Airways and you'll be introduced to a city that is the classic example of modern life in ancient surroundings. The city's skyline now glitters with glamorous glass buildings and sparkles with light. While it may be home to Ancient Egyptian temples and historic palaces, 21st Century Khartoum is as much for those who want to enjoy the present as for those fascinated by the past.
Booking a break here will not only introduce you to this great city, but allow you to explore some of the secrets of Sudan.
No trip to Khartoum would be complete without visiting pyramids. Meroë, the remains of an ancient city, boast around 200 of these structures. It's one thing to see them on TV or in books, but it's only when you see them in the flesh that you're suddenly aware of just how impressive they are. For those who want the full experience, there are camping trips available led by local guides. There's nothing quite like watching the sunset over these extraordinary monuments.
Most of Khartoum's attractions are linked to the past, such as Mahdi's Tomb and the Palace Museum. However, if you travel to Khartoum to see history in action, then head to Omdurman to see the traditional Nuba Wrestlers in action. While you're there, pay a visit to the Hamed el-Nil Mosque, where you'll see the sensational spectacle of Sufi dervishes whipping themselves and spectators up into a colourful, whirling frenzy.
You can't take a trip to Khartoum and miss visiting the Nile. Not only is it the lifeblood of the city, but it's also far more beautiful than you might expect. There are plenty of boat cruises available. However, if you're feeling up to it, you can hire your own boat from places such as the Marin Water Sports Club. This is popular, so you'll need to book in advance.
If you'd like to appreciate the local plant life, you can't get much better than a visit to the Aswan Botanical Gardens on Kitchener Island. In fact, the Gardens are the island and you can book a trip in a felucca – a traditional, wide sailing boat – to take you across the Nile. While motorboats and cruises can be fun, this method of transport is a must for any trip to Khartoum. Just remember to take mosquito repellent!
On your trip to Khartoum, it'll be virtually impossible to not find yourself at a souk, bazaar or other street market. Amongst the silks, leather and spices, you'll no doubt find street vendors selling food. The rule here is to be careful. While the lamb and beef are excellent and you may find yourself tempted by traditional kebabs, be wary of eating anything uncooked (such as salad) during your trip to Khartoum.
As far as restaurants go, Khartoum has a fantastic selection, offering food from across the globe. From traditional Sudanese food, through to international cuisine such as Indian and even fast food outlets, there's something for everyone here. Most restaurants serve a variety of local dishes including shawarmas, kebabs, grilled chicken and lamb stews, all accompanied by plenty of bread.
For an outdoor shopping experience in Khartoum, head to the Omdurman Souk. Your best bet is to get there early; around 9am, as it fills up fast and bargains go faster. Haggling or bargaining is de rigueur, but never haggle unless you're going to buy and make sure it's as good-natured as possible. At Omdurman Souk, most people come for the ebony wood carvings, gold and silver jewellery and the clay coffee pots – although there is much more to be found, including traditional, handmade goods, which are a trademark of this vibrant city.
However, if you'd rather go shopping more conventionally, then head out to the Afra Mall.
Flights to Khartoum will land at Khartoum International Airport, where there will be plenty of taxis waiting. A word of advice: agree your taxi fare before you get in or you may find yourself paying over the odds.
Visa restrictions for entry into the country will depend on your country of origin, length of stay and whether your trip is for business or pleasure. So before you fly to Khartoum please check the visa and passport requirements.
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HOUSTON - A southwest Harris County bank was robbed in the drive-through on Monday.
Harris County sheriff's deputies said the Chase Bank in the 14600 block of Alief Clodine near Addicks-Howell Road was held up about 9:45 a.m.
Detectives said the robber in a white pickup truck went to the motor bank and passed a teller a note demanding cash.
The teller gave the robber an undisclosed amount of cash.
A detailed description of the robber has not been released, but investigators said he was wearing sunglasses and a dark-colored hooded sweatshirt.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
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Hands-on demonstrations and tips shared on minimizing shrink, maximizing yield and rebuilding after drought at Landmark Services Cooperative event.
Landmark Services Cooperative recently hosted the Planting for Production Forage Producers Field Seminar in Stoughton, Wis. Nearly 200 crop growers and producers attended the annual Forage Producers Field Seminar to hear crop forecasts, market outlooks and management advice from industry experts.
"For this year's Forage Producers Field Seminar, we worked to bring technology and tradition together," says Cassandra Strommen, Vice President Marketing Development for Landmark Services Cooperative. "Growers from across the Midwest had the opportunity to work with new technologies hands-on and discuss time-tested and innovative industry trends as well as advice with leaders in the industry."
Research and advice was shared throughout the day to help growers remain profitable.
Keynote speaker Dr. Mike Hutjens, University of Wisconsin-Madison professor emeritus discussed a positive forecast in Midwest crop sectors and encouraged growers to calculate their bottom line before marketing crops to alleviate risk.
Trent Loos, recognized as the "Voice of Rural America" for his 3-million listener audience radio broadcast Loos Tales, also shared information on his countrywide experiences in the agriculture industry. Loos encouraged producers to become educated on key industry facts and then discuss the industry with those not connected with production agriculture.
Breakout sessions were presented by members of the Landmark Services Cooperative team with hands-on demonstrations including: staying connected and informed through social media, field scouting with tablet-controlled drones, silage covering to avoid shrink and increased feed digestibility via shredlage.
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Maximizing forage yield:
· Adding value-added products to fertilizer mixes can help increase forage quantity and quality to maximize the potential of each acre. Products to add to mixes include: copper, manganese, sulfur and zinc.
· Collecting tissue samples throughout the growing season can help pinpoint the need and use of micronutrient previously overlooked. Collecting samples at the end of the season can help determine nutrients which may have been deficient or provided in excess during the growing season.
· Fungicide applications can help decrease mortality rates in alfalfa stands going into winter dormancy.
· Strategic planning with an agronomist can help producers lay out their goals, prevent issues and make every dollar count.
Minimizing forage shrink:
· An estimated 20 percent of corn silage is lost to shrink, totaling $1.3 billion in corn silage lost to shrink in the U.S. each year.
· The goal should be to have single digit shrink. Shrink can be minimized by properly packing, covering and management of silage piles.
· When piling and packing piles, maintain a 3:1 ratio, pack front-to-back and side-to-side and strategize about how the pile can be packed for easiest and safest feedout.
· Cover piles with an oxygen barrier film to prevent losses; this type of film is proven to protect silage as well as 60 sheets of black and white plastic.
· Apply inoculants to every load of forage; this can reduce shrink by 2 to 5 percent.
· Feedout, or removal rates, must be consistent to prevent exposed silage from heating; this is especially important in warm weather. Smooth silage faces allow for cooler temperatures and less heating.
Rebuilding after the drought:
· Accurate forage and cattle inventory is critical: it's difficult to manage and improve profitability without measuring results and calculating potential growth.
· The biggest opportunity for many producers is to harvest corn silage. Corn silage has the greatest tons per acre and is very consistent; however, more variation is expected this year due to the long planting season.
· Because of expected variation in starch levels in corn, the old rule of thumb for corn silage pricing (7 times the price of corn, typically) is not accurate. Utilize spreadsheets and market trends to determine marketing prices to help remain profitable.
· Feed to keep the rumen healthy. Particle size can improve digestibility and shredlage is becoming a growing option to improve particle size.
· Now is the time to plan; secure an accurate inventory, evaluate fields for this year's trends and utilize an experienced nutrition team to help plan for a successful harvest and next year's growing season.
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LOS ANGELES -- There were plenty of raised eyebrows here when word spread that five-time All-Star and 18-year veteran Reggie Miller was not selected as one of the finalists for induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame, but there was also a sense of mild apprehension when it was announced who was selected. That's because one of the names on the list of 12 candidates is Dennis Rodman.
Rodman, of course, hasn't been a great ambassador for the sport. His oft-dyed coiffe and wedding-dress antics aside, he has been arrested several times, was in drug rehab in 2008 and again in 2009, and clashed frequently with coaches, front-office executives and referees throughout his 14 years in the league. If Rodman were to be chosen for the Hall of Fame, former teammate David Robinson, for one, would be on the edge of his seat.
"What would I expect?" Robinson wondered. "That is one of the challenges with Dennis, you never know what to expect."
Rodman's basketball credentials certainly put him in the Hall of Fame conversation. He averaged just 7.3 points per game in his career, but his defense and rebounding were unmatched in his era. He averaged 13.1 rebounds per game, and led the league in rebounding seven-straight years. The 18.7 rebounds he averaged in 1991-92 are the most in the post-Wilt Chamberlain era. Nothing better sums up Rodman's career than the famed photo of him stretched out while with the Bulls, diving as a rebound sails out of bounds -- for better and worse.
"Dennis put up ridiculous numbers, there's no question about it," Robinson said. "He was a controversial figure -- I was laughing at that picture, because he is just laid out four feet above the ground, and you could just see disaster coming. If you've been around Dennis a little bit, you kind of see disaster coming sometimes. But he, as a basketball player, was truly unique. A strong case could be made for him making it to the Hall of Fame. He was a very unique player, tremendously talent, and really put his stamp on the game."
Still, you have to wonder how seriously the committees at the Basketball Hall of Fame will take Rodman's checkered history on and off the court. After a player goes through the first-step Screening Committee, he is reviewed by the Board of Trustees before the Honors Committee gives its yes-or-no vote on enshrinement. According to the Hall's website: "At this time, should it be determined by the Board of Trustees that an individual has damaged the integrity of the game of basketball, he or she shall be deemed not worthy of Enshrinement and removed from consideration."
Rodman was a character and certainly a fascinating player in his era. But if he hasn't damaged the integrity of the game, it's hard to imagine who has.
As Robinson said, "I wouldn't call him the best teammate I ever had. He's not one of those guys, I think that if you're building a team, you'd want to have on your team. But what he brings on the floor can really elevate your team to another level. I think the Bulls were the perfect situation for him, the Pistons were another great situation for him -- they had really solid players, a core, and Dennis came in and helped take them to another level."
Rodman's rebounding numbers are impressive. But so are the number of off-court incidents and on-court weirdness. If he's not someone you'd want on your roster if you're building a team, he shouldn't be in the Hall of Fame.


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Visitors to Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park Sunday may listen in on conversations from the past as residents of the mansion go about their daily lives and engage in Victorian pastimes.
The Bidwell Mansion Association invites the public to celebrate John Bidwell's 195th birthday by participating in interactive activities and entertainment from 6-8 p.m. at 525 The Esplanade.
Guests may shop at the Visitor Center, where birthday cupcakes will be given out and guests may enter an opportunity drawing for a gift basket.
Admission is $5 per person and free to children ages 5 and younger when accompanied by an adult.
Bidding will begin on an original watercolor painting by Nell Chapla of the Bidwell Mansion, which will be on display. Bidding continues until Dec. 5.
For information, call the mansion, 895-6144, Nancy Leek at 898-8016 or visit www.bidwellmansionassociation.com.


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This summer, Elizabeth Lanier '12 and Kyle Brumley '12 have had to wear many hats—literally. As Georgia Shakespeare interns, they have been acting in the company's summer productions, performing in The Tempest, Antony and Cleopatra, and The Jungle Book, all in repertory through late July. Both Kyle and Elizabeth are the first Georgia Shakespeare Scholars to work as interns during the summer season, and though they may be trainees, their schedules alone suggest that their jobs are the real thing.
"Jungle Book is a blast," exclaims Elizabeth, who hopes to work as an actor, choreographer, and a costume designer after graduation. "During the rehearsal period we worked 14-hour days…now that [most] shows are in repertory, we typically do Jungle Book in the morning and then either The Tempest or Antony & Cleopatra at night, plus three shows on Saturday and two on Sunday. During the day we have been having understudy rehearsals which is another great opportunity for character development. The internship is 200 percent worth it!"
But, Elizabeth and Kyle aren't the only Petrels making their marks in the world of theatre. Within the past year, several OU theatre students have been awarded exciting professional opportunities.
- Alexandria Ducksworth, a 2011 graduate, was a member of the Apprentice Company at Horizon Theatre in Atlanta and her play, Tell-Tale Board, was produced in a festival of plays by young playwrights.
- Weston Manders '13 and Kyle Brumley '12 completed prestigious internships at the Alliance Theatre Company in Atlanta.
- 2011 graduate Britton Buttrill became an Artistic Associate for Pinch 'n' Ouch Theatre. Check out their edgy current season: www.pnotheatre.org
- Jessica DeMaria '11, was hired as the Education Coordinator for Horizon Theatre. She also directed The Compleat Wrks of Wllm Shkspr (Abridged) at North Fulton Drama Club. (Ben Silver '13 performed in this production.) She also works as an Instructor at The Center for Puppetry Arts.
- Ben Silver '13 is teaching improv at Camp Barney this summer.
Several students worked with Georgia Shakespeare on various projects, or are a part of GS's 2011 Summer Season:
- Danielle Hitchcock '13 was production manager for the 2011 High School Acting Competition and currently is a Box Office Assistant.
- Seth Langer '13 is the Company Manager Assistant and Assistant Stage Manager for The Jungle Book.
- Ryan Boland '14 is a Front of House Assistant and Box Office Assistant.
- Justin Munson '14 is a Front of House Assistant.
- Racheal Sharp '13 is House Manager and Box Office Assistant.
- Chris Richardson '14 is a Directing Assistant for The Jungle Book.
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BHP Billiton chief executive Marius Kloppers insists his company is ''very serious'' about finding an affordable way to expand its Olympic Dam mine, despite rejecting long-held expansion plans in August.
Mr Kloppers made the comments in Adelaide on Tuesday after winning a four-year extension to the legal agreement that sets the terms upon which BHP can expand its existing mine at Olympic Dam.
The extension was granted by South Australia's ruling Labor Party, but must pass both houses of SA Parliament before it is approved.
Greens MP Mark Parnell confirmed last night he would move to disallow the four-year extension in the Upper House of South Australian Parliament, saying the previous agreement was based upon mining methods that will not be part of any new model devised by BHP.
''If they want to come back with a different project we should renegotiate another deal with fresh eyes,'' he said.
The previous agreement was approved by the Upper House despite opposition from the Greens, and the extension will also be approved so long as both Labor and Liberal MP's support it.
Under the deal, BHP has agreed to spend $650 million in South Australia over the next four years on a range of topics, including technological research, environmental studies, development of the mining services sector in South Australia and indigenous projects.
BHP is trying to develop a cheaper way to expand Olympic Dam after the previous model for expansion was ruled to be uneconomic in August. The high cost of building mining projects in Australia was one of the factors that cruelled the previous expansion model, but Mr Kloppers said he was already seeing a reduction in costs across the Australian mining sector.
''Those costs are starting to mitigate … if the cost environment mitigates as current projects roll off, those are all going to obviously be enablers [to Olympic Dam going ahead],'' he said.
But Mr Kloppers was unable to guarantee that BHP would approve the expansion at the end of the four-year extension.
''All the parties here, specifically BHP Billiton, [are] working very hard to giving this project the best chance that it has got. We are committing over half a billion dollars in new technology in order to do so,'' he said.
''We wouldn't be doing so if we weren't very serious about making this a reality.''
Similar comments were made in October last year when BHP promised to spend $1.2 billion in ''pre-commitment'' spending on Olympic Dam as a condition of winning the first indenture agreement that was set to expire next month.
''We are very, very happy with the opportunity of this extension to continue to work the technologies that will enable this magnificent ore body to come into production,'' he said.
Mr Kloppers was not asked about his tenure as chief executive during the 23-minute press conference.
SA Premier Jay Weatherill said BHP had ''recommitted'' itself to South Australia.
"We have extended the indenture to allow BHPB to develop a revised plan, involving new and innovative ways of mining and processing,'' he said.


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2008 Chevy Tahoe Custom - Tuckin' 28s
Cut-Up, Candied, And Clearly Incredible
Some guys collect baseball cards, others tinker with model airplanes, but for Rafael Ramirez, of Rialto, California, creating rolling works of auto art is what he calls his hobby. Occupying most of his free time and a large portion of his wallet, this '08 Chevy Tahoe is his latest creation. Wanting a truck that would rise to the top of the custom scene in SoCal, Rafael surrounded himself with talented builders and in just 11 months, turned a stock Tahoe into this month's cover feature.
Needing his Chevy on the ground, Rafael made the short drive to Chino, California, home to Master Image Customs (MIC). Once a plan was created, Adam and Andy got to work making this Tahoe lay frame. Up front, custom upper and lower A-arms with uniballs were fabricated and bolted to McGaughy's 2-inch drop spindles. With the huge wheels planned for the Tahoe, MIC notched the firewall and hand-rolled inner fenders that were welded in place. Slam 'bags drop the Chevy down over beautiful 28-inch Lexani LT704 wheels that are wrapped in Pirelli 295/25R28 rubberbands. Out back, MIC welded in a custom six-link and installed an aluminum fuel cell due to clearance issues. With the air out of the Slam 'bags, the Tahoe's frame gently kisses the California pavement. Excited about the new slammed stance, Rafael drove his Chevy over to Speed Tech Auto Body in Santa Ana, California, to receive a paint makeover.
While in the care of Speed Tech Auto Body, the guys covered the Tahoe in House of Kolor Oriental Blue and Blue Ice Pearl Flake. Danny D, from La Puente, California, was then called upon to really make the paint jump off the canvas. Daddy D applied his custom graphics and pinstriping talents in a big way by adding a water droplet effect to the upper body line, adding candied silver leaf to the sides and hood, and by creating a 3-D line effect in the center of the hood. Finishing off the wild paint scheme, Danny D striped each graphic and added a gold leaf hot-rod stripe on the hood. The end result is a Tahoe that looks as if it's in constant motion and after looking at the paint over and over again, you'll always find something new. Completing the body transformation, projector headlights fitted with HID bulbs were bolted in place, along with a new Lexani grille, fender vents, and bumper pieces.
Inside the cabin, Rafael went wild with fiberglass and animal hides. Providing a luxurious feel, Fineline Interiors, in Bell, California, wrapped the dash, seats, headliner, and even floor in blue two-tone ostrich and elephant leather. To make jaws drop at first glance, a 22-inch plasma was fiberglassed into the dash, as was a center stack that is home to three 7-inch LCD screens. J&B Auto Designs handled the fiberglass work, and they also created a fiberglass center console that features the Alpine DVD head unit, airbag controller, and serves as the mounting location for the window switches. The console is connected to the rear cabin by a massive fiberglass bridge.
Removing the rear seats allowed room for a titanic-sized enclosure that houses two Diamond Audio amps, two JL Audio 13W7 subs, and a set of Diamond Audio component speakers. Working in conjunction with the center enclosure, the rear fiberglass sub box is stuffed with two huge 1000/1 JL Audio amps, one more JL Audio 13W7, and four Kinetik 2400 power cells (two of which are inside the box and not visible). Flanking the sub box are two 22-inch Insignia plasma TVs, with one more facing the rear for good measure. Both front and rear door panels were fiberglassed and fitted with Diamond Audio components and 7-inch LCD monitors. With the screens playing a movie and speakers blasting, Rafael's ride is more like an IMAX theatre than an SUV.
Powering all of those electronics required a ton of juice and Chuy's Auto Electric installed a dual 300-amp chrome alternator setup complete with a heavy-duty rectifier box. With the four Kinetik batteries, dual alternators, and 120V hookup, Rafael can keep the party going all night. East Lake Designs took care of the wiring. Other mods to the engine include a K&N cold-air intake, Magnaflow exhaust, and several painted pieces to add style points.
Rafael was eager to thank his friends and fellow Xplicit car club members for their help and support, and he especially wanted to thank MIC, Danny D, Speed Tech Auto Body, Kinetik, and K&N.


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Patricia Davies Clarkson (born December 29, 1959) is an American actress. After studying drama on the East Coast, Clarkson launched her acting career in 1985, and has worked steadily in both film and television. She twice won the Emmy for Outstanding Guest Actress in Six Feet Under. Film roles included The Green Mile, Far From Heaven, The Station Agent and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in Pieces of April (2003).
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