text: About Trout Unlimited Trout Unlimited is a national organization with about 300,000 members and supporters organized into over 400 chapters and councils nationwide. These dedicated volunteers are paired with a respected staff of organizers, lawyers, policy experts and scientists, who work out of more than 40 offices across the country. Our mission is to conserve, protect and restore North America's cold-water fisheries and their watersheds. Position Summary Trout Unlimited is seeking a Web Developer responsible for building, improving and managing multiple web properties. We are looking for someone to help us improve our overall web presence, to assist in the creation and maintenance of a new fishing lifestyle web property, and who is as passionate about web development as s/he is about fishing. Day to day, the position will be involved in improving Trout Unlimited's existing web content and tools. S/he will help create new content and fishing-centric functionality while working with a tight-knit team including some of the finest writers and photographers in the outdoor industry. If you are not quite full-stack (or a bit more than just front-end)–and have a passion for building compelling web content–this position would be a great fit. There is a strong preference that the position be located and performed from Trout Unlimited's Arlington, Virginia office. Duties and Responsibilities Building, improving, and managing multiple web properties using Wordpress and Drupal 7 Building a library of reusable code and accompanying documentation Ensuring the visual consistency of Trout Unlimited's web properties Collaborating with Trout Unlimited's wide range of departments to develop compelling and engaging web content Planning and executing projects of varying scope Managing and completing incoming web development and site change requests Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field. Proven experience in web development as well as experience working and thriving in a fast-paced quickly changing environment. Ability to write clean, semantic HTML5, CSS3 and jQuery Familiarity with CSS preprocessors such as SASS or LESS Basic image editing and web preparation skills, Adobe suite familiarity is a plus Strong understanding of SEO best practices Working knowledge of Git Strong Wordpress experience Working knowledge of Drupal 7 site building, views and contexts Comfortable with front-end frameworks such as Foundation or Bootstrap Experience with RESTful services and APIs Basic understanding of PHP Strong verbal and written communication skills Detail-oriented and self-motivated Capable of planning, organizing and completing multiple concurrent projects Ability to work on multiple complex tasks with firm deadlines Passion for the outdoors and Trout Unlimited's mission is essential, fly fishing is a plus How to Apply Please send a letter of interest, resume and 3 professional references to Vivie Yen at email@example.com. Please insert the words "Web Developer" in the subject line. No phone calls please. This is not an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. Please fill out this voluntary form and submit it as an attachment to this email address. TU is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action Employer pursuant to Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act & Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistant Act. TU hires staff without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status or disability.


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Building Safety Week May 9-15
April 27, 2010
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At its meeting today, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors declared May 9-15 as International Building Safety Week 2010 in Fairfax County. This week focuses public attention on the importance of the building code and the role of code enforcement professionals.
The Fairfax County Department of Public Works and Environmental Services also presented the Building Safety Community Partnership Award. This award was given to Henry Green, president of the National Institute of Building Sciences. This annual award recognizes individuals and organizations for their contributions to advancing building and construction safety in Fairfax County.
The county will celebrate the week along with five other Northern Virginia local governments: Arlington County; the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax and Falls Church; and the town of Herndon. This collaborative effort includes:
Monday, May 10, 11 a.m.: Free brunch and presentations, Herrity Building, 12055
Government Center Parkway, Rooms 106/107, Fairfax. Reservations are
required. Call the Department of Public Works and Environmental
Services' Land Development Services
Division at 703-324-1910, TTY 711. "High Performance Buildings" and
"Natural Disasters and the Importance of Building Codes" are the topics
for the presentations. The speakers are Henry Green, National Institute
of Building Sciences, and Sean Kennedy, O'Donnell &
May 15-16, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.: County, city and town staff
will be at Home Depot stores to answer questions about building
permits, code requirements and safety in the home. Staff will be at
thefollowing four stores: 6201 Arlington Boulevard, Fairfax; 3201 Old
Lee Highway, Fairfax; 1651 Reston Parkway, Reston; and 400 South
Pickett Street, Alexandria.
- May 15, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: The Herndon Housing Fair will offer the public information about property maintenance, building and zoning permits, home improvement and energy conservation.
For more information about building week activities, reservations for the May 10 brunch or to schedule a presentation about safe home construction or repair, call the Department of Public Works and Environmental Services at 703-324-1910, TTY 711.
Contact: Merni Fitzgerald, Director, Office of Public Affairs
703-324-3189, TTY 711, Media Pager: 703-324-NEWS (6397)
To request this information in an alternate format, call 703-324-3187, TTY 711

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FEARS are growing for a 43-year-old police inspector who is missing from home after suffering a head injury.
Jon Percival, of Greenleaf Close, Boothstown, was last seen leaving his home at about midday on Thursday.
Mr Percival, who was wearing a long black coat and dark clothing, is 5ft 8in tall and slim, with green eyes and short dark brown hair.
He suffered short-term memory loss after an off-duty car accident and police are worried about him.
Ch Supt Mary Doyle said: "We know that Jon left his home around midday yesterday, leaving behind his mobile phone and house keys.
"He was dressed in a long black coat and dark clothing which was slightly unusual due to the weather being so warm yesterday.
"Jon was recently involved in a car accident and is currently off work recovering from a head injury which has left him with some short-term memory loss.
"I would ask anyone who knows where Jon is or if anyone has seen a man matching this description to contact officers on 101."


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The International Genetically Engineered Machines (iGEM) Competition is an annual undergraduate research competition hosted by MIT. The project aim is to develop Synthetic Biology through the creation of a registry of parts. Each part in the registry is an analyzed strain of DNA with several specific restriction sites at each end of the fragment. These strains can be anything from promoters to genes, allowing easy assembly and reassembly of these parts into genetic circuits. The 2006 jamboree consisted of 37 teams from 12 countries whom presented their findings.
The PSU 2007 iGEM team is currently developing projects radiation detection and ethanol production. More information can be found in the Project Section.
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I thought a follow up piece on the Option Pit Volatility Report might be in order since we have been getting some noise on the low CBOE Volatility Index (VIX). The first thing to remember about options is that all the prices are relative. The low VIX is low relative to what, the impending doom of the Fiscal Cliff negotiations?
Taken against those potential moves I would say yes but that ship has sailed. The VIX is now looking at a move 30 days since that is what it measures. The only real thing on the horizon is earnings season but those are usually a volatility bust. Why do I say that? Well look at the implied volatility before earnings and after and compound the after number by all stocks that report, and it is clear the IV should recede through Earnings Season. It is actually a nice seasonal play if there is a small bid in the IV prior to the time CNBC starts cranking out the updates. Back to our question of, is the VIX low?
The chart below is the term structure of the VIX futures on January 1 and today. In the blue circle is the near-term spot price Jan VIX future. Note how it really dropped off of the map in price relative to the Feb VIX future between January 1 and January 7. The Feb VIX future is lower just not as much as the Jan. What this tells me is that the extra "premium" for volatility is not in the VIX cash or the Jan VIX Futures (which expires next Wednesday morning) but in the Feb VIX future. Right now a product that is very dependent on that Feb future is the VXX. Around 70% of its value is coming from the Feb VIX future. Note the two parallel lines that enclose the rest of the outer term structure in VIX futures. Those relative positions did not change much which I think is saying the real volatility is in March or later. That is coincidentally when the noise should start heating up over the budget again. Remember VIX did not really take off until two weeks prior to January 1, 2013. We mostly watched the market beat around in the meantime.
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In her 15 years in the graphics design industry, there are plenty of areas of the field where Lawrene Suarez has practiced her skills.
Suarez earned an associate degree in interactive media from Columbus State Community College in 2012. She had already worked for years in the design industry in freelance design, graphic design, web design, interactive media and animation, and as an art director, marketing director, and multimedia designer. But she elected to go to Columbus State to increase her expertise in the interactive world.
She currently serves as the lead multimedia designer for Central Power Systems, and also owns her own successful freelance design company called 33 Engines.
"Columbus State taught me the necessities needed to prepare me for the interactive world," says Suarez. "After taking each class, I felt I had more experience to showcase in my portfolio, and it really helped me to land a great career. I was also grateful to learn about resume and portfolio development to prepare me for interviews that I nailed each time."
"After taking each class, I felt I had more experience to showcase in my portfolio, and it really helped me to land a great career."
Suarez is so enamored with her experience that she is a very active pro-Columbus State cheerleader. She recommends Columbus State to just about everyone, telling them they will never regret the decision.
She said the attraction to Columbus State begins in the classroom, with the instructors.
"Shawn Holmes was not only an amazing teacher," she says, "but also a phenomenal advisor. Taking his video editing and cinematography classes helped me expand my career even further, and opened those once-closed doors to multimedia positions. Without his influence and structured teaching method, I would not be where I am today.
Jon Lundquist was another very influential instructor who never allowed us to give up for even a split second. He showed us the light at the end of the once-scary tunnel of job searching. And he also taught me great project management skills, time management skills and professional world skills that were extremely valuable when interviewing and presenting myself to a potential client or job."
Lundquist had this to say about Suarez: "In class, I frequently used her work as the bar for the rest of the students to get to. I am proud to say Lawrene graduated from the Interactive Media program at Columbus State."


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Everything parents need to know about raising happy, healthy little ones. more
Lyme disease is an illness carried by ticks and is the number one tick borne illness in the world. People who live or spend time in heavily-wooded, grassy areas are more likely to get Lyme disease. There are 15,000 diagnosed cases of the disease every year and some experts believe that there are many more that go undiagnosed.
Lyme disease is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi. It is spread via deer ticks, scrub and paralysis ticks.
If left untreated, Lyme disease can be extremely serious, causing chronic joint inflammation, neurological symptoms, cognitive defects, and heart irregularities.
Lyme disease is best prevented by wearing protective clothing when spending time in wooded or grassy areas. Wear long sleeves and pants. If you find a tick on your child, make sure that you remove it quickly and properly. As transmission of the bacteria usually takes about 36 hours, it is really important to check your child's body for ticks every day.
A tick bite looks like a small bull's eye. A few days after getting bitten, your child may develop a rash, most likely at the site of the bite but this only occurs in about 40 percent of cases. Your child might also experience flu-like symptoms such as a fever, chills and body aches.
Lyme disease can be treated with antibiotics. Minor symptoms may be treated with a course of oral antibiotics for up to three weeks. Serious infections may need intravenous antibiotic treatment for up to 28 days.
If your child has been bitten by a tick and shows signs of Lyme disease, call your doctor right away. Even if your child seems better after a few days, you should still call the doctor. Left untreated, Lyme disease can cause lifelong health problems and may lead to meningitis and hepatitis.
Written by Rebecca Stigall for Kidspot, Australia's parenting resource for family health. Sources include Better Health Channel, NSW Health and Health Insite and Lyme Disease Association of Australia.
Last revised: Tuesday, 12 January 2010
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Fragments of a dream. All the Italians lying by a body of water, clutching onto a little piece of coastline, in the summertime. Their thoughts floating out into space, like smoke rings from Mt. Etna.
In southern Italy, with a room by the beach, and a fan. Looking from the window at this yearly ritual of recharge and rest. Only a distant memory now, while the Italians listen to the waves lap the shoreline, talk about what they will have for dinner, think about their fantasy lovers. Another endless Italian summer.
For the next six weeks or so, the Italians have put all manner of tasks on hold. Along the way, the grapes are calling, this time it's an early harvest from prolonged early heat and sun. Grape pickers, some who are scheduled to work a rice or a peach harvest, might be hard to obtain for the delicate work of bringing in the grapes. That isn't part of the dream. Not in the plans for the Italian's summer. Winemakers will have already planned to stay home, or at least delegate to their vineyard managers: find some bodies and keep the cell phones on in the fields.
As the car leaves Potenza we have to decide if we head towards Salerno in Campania, or make the longer trek south into Calabria. There are several winemaker friends to visit in Campania and the thinking is to get there before they disappear for a few weeks. In Calabria, they are already gearing up for the grapes, coming on the heels of their other crops. They will vacation in October, when it is still warm.
Funny how a trip to Italy, while one is drawn to the water, always leads back to the interior. So while the Italian is dreaming of their time on the beach, others drill deep into the heart of other matters.
On the phone with a winemaker in Trentino, who is not happy. He hasn't raised his prices in three years and this time he want to go up 20%. Combine that with a weak dollar and sluggish consumer pull (read: buying cheaper wine), and he is in for a very rude awakening. I wish him luck and say good-bye, probably forever. How do you tell someone, making a Sauvignon Blanc in northern Italy, that the New Zealanders have just handed you your head on a plate? Folks might be buying Classic 7 apartments in NY for $2.5 million, but they aren't springing for $30 Italian Sauvignon Blanc for housewarming gifts. Next.
Gravina, Falanghina, Greco, Mantonico, Grillo, Inzolia. We will make it up in The South.
A pack of wild dogs cross the Super Strada, stirring the dreamer. The car comes to a halt. They stare at us, we stare back. What? Four, maybe five seconds of that and it's time to pull the car over and take a break. As that happens, the animals continue on their path. Wild rabbits have been seen in great numbers causing the dogs to move into the area, to feed on the bounty. A few small children have been reported missing, and occasionally, one comes across one of the dogs, shot, dead, hanging from a fence. A talisman for the pack to change direction. A middle aged man was found nearly dead, slumped in a field, with a bullhorn and an empty canteen of water. It was said he had gone looking for his young son and now the wife has nearly two members of her family gone. Barely two miles away other families play on the beach and plan their meals. The dream, intersecting with the unthinkable.
All the while the waxing moon heads towards fullness. And Mt Etna waits patiently, stirring slightly in her slumber, sending signs that have yet to be understood.


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Beginning farms or ranches account for about 22 percent of the nation's 2 million family farms, 11 percent of family farm acres and 10 percent of the value of production from family farms according to a new report from the USDA Economic Research Service.
The report, titled "Beginning farmers and ranchers at a glance," notes that the number of beginning farmers – those with 10 years or fewer experience farming – has declined for the past 20 years. In 1982, 38 percent of family farms fit the beginning farmer category. By 2007, that percentage had declined to 26 percent.
By USDA's definition, about 98 percent of all U.S. farms are family farms.
As we might expect, beginning farmers tend to be younger than established farmers, but the age range continues to creep upward. In 1982, 16 percent of all principal operators were under 35 years old. By 2007, only 5 percent were under 35 years old. The average age of principal operators of beginning farms in 2011 was 49, compared with 60 for established farms.
For beginning and established farms, the most common specialty is beef cattle, but fewer beginning farmers than established farmers specialize in raising cattle.
The report's authors define farms as producing and selling $1,000 or more of agricultural products in a year, but it is clear many of the beginning farms are "hobby farms" that generate income only in some years. In 2011, 30 percent of beginning farms and 25 percent of established farms did not produce any marketable agricultural commodities, according to the report.
Of farms with positive values of production in 2010, 19 percent of beginning farms and 15 percent of established farms sold products directly to individual consumers or to restaurants or stores that sell to consumers. Beginning farms that sold directly to consumers, rather than to local retail intermediaries, were less likely than other beginning farms to make a profit.
On average, off-farm income accounted for 83 percent of farm- household cash income in 2011. Most farm families operating small farms have lose money on their farming operation most years after depreciation. The average farm income of beginning farm households in 2011 was $1,902 versus $18,119 for established farms.
However, off-farm incomes were higher on beginning farms, averaging $89,015 versus $68,172 for established farms. The average beginning farm was 200 acres in 2011, compared with 434 acres for established farms.
The price of land is one of the biggest barriers for beginning farmers. The report notes the per-acre value of farm real estate in 2012 averaged $2,650, up 10.9 percent from 2011, although there was considerable variation between regions.
Read the full report from USDA/ERS.


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Our membership includes dealers of new and used motorsports, repair shops, performance shops, salvage, manufacturers, distributors, transporters and related associations.
We employ a lobbyist to watch out for our best interests on Capital Hill in Des Moines. IMDA's lobbying efforts have kept the powersports industry in Iowa safe and enjoyable. We also work with the IOHVA and DNR to establish and keep operating off highway parks in Iowa.
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With over thirty years of direct industry experience, Chesapeake Shipbuilding has become a leading designer and builder of a notable array of commercial ships up to 450 feet in length. Our vessels operate all over the world and are suited for inland waterway or ocean service. Our specialization in the design and construction of passenger vessels, tugboats, ferry boats, etc., has enabled us to develop an unrivaled expertise in this field.
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DAVID VININGAffiliation:
Soloist, Clinician, Author and Faculty at Northern Arizona University
Artist's BiographyTrombonist David Vining is a dynamic teacher and performer who has delivered hundreds of recitals and masterclasses nationwide to critical acclaim. Currently professor of Trombone and Euphonium at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona, Mr. Vining has also served on the faculties of the University of Kansas, the University of Cincinnati's College-Conservatory of Music and Temple University.
Mr. Vining is a popular clinician, presenting clinics and workshops throughout the country as a clinician for Conn-Selmer Musical Instruments. He is a certified member of Andover Educators, a consortium of music educators dedicated to preserving and enhancing the careers of musicians through accurate anatomical information and somatic awareness as applied to music-making. Through a unique and powerful tool called Body Mapping, Professor Vining helps students in all disciplines avoid injury and become better musicians.
As trombonist with the Chestnut Brass Company from 1985-1990, Mr. Vining toured the United Stated and Europe performing recitals, master classes, and concerts with orchestras. Mr. Vining may be heard with the Chestnut Brass Company on the Crystal, Musical Heritage, and Newport Classics labels.
Mr. Vining has performed orchestrally with the Flagstaff Symphony, Cincinnati Opera Orchestra, Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Kansas City Symphony, Kansas City Chamber Orchestra, Kansas City Camerata, Fort Wayne (IN) Philharmonic, Toledo (OH) Symphony, and Philadelphia Orchestra.
Mr. Vining holds degrees from Bowling Green State University and Florida State University. He is the author of the method book Daily Routines for Trombone. He is also the author of Long Tone Duets and Long Tone Duets, Ralph Sauer Edition and What Every Trombonist Needs to Know About the Body.
A native of Cocoa, FL, Mr. Vining resides in Flagstaff, Arizona with his wife Leslie, daughter Sarah, and son Benjamin. Visit his personal web page at: www.davidvining.net


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The Fraternal Order of Eagles is looking for the area's best meatloaf cook (and probably the recipe) at its Annual Meatloaf Cookoff on Feb. 23 from 1:30 to 5 p.m.
There is a $5 per entry fee with the money going toward win, place and show awards. Entries must be brought in by 12:30 p.m. for judging at 1 p.m.
For those not adventuresome enough to put their meatloaf out there, or meatloaf challenged, you can pony up a $6 donation and have a meatloaf dinner with all the fixin's of mac and cheese, mashed potatoes and gravy, salad, veggies, bread and dessert.
Contestants can sign up at the Eagles club at Third and B Streets in Cedar Key.
For carryout meals, call 352-543-9879.
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Zihuatanejo is an ideal Mexico vacation destination for leisure travel and romantic getaways. Filled with an expansive menu of things to do, our Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo resort offers a 1,000-foot long beachfront and three swimming pools, including a large infinity pool next to the beach. Two lighted tennis courts, a Tennis pro and an air-conditioned fitness center are located on property, while an activity desk can arrange snorkeling, SCUBA diving, Tennis lessons, wind surfing, horseback riding, waterskiing, sailing, fishing, surfing, kayaking (seasonal), and other activities nearby. Browse our featured Zihuatanejo activities below to discover which adventure excursion, culinary experience, or other activity appeals to you.
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A variation of stand up paddle boarding & yoga. If you're looking for a new challenge, yoga on a stand up paddleboard will reinvigorate you and help you become calm & healthy. Paddle Board Yoga aims to introduce you to a unique yoga experience while enjoying the natural splendor of floating on water.
Participants will paddle board to 'Playa Las Gatas' where they will perform yoga on their paddle boards prior to returning to 'Playa La Ropa'.
Kayak, Bike and Snorkel on Ixtapa Island
Experience eco-tourism in Ixtapa with a four-mile bike ride along the Ixtapa bike paths of the Aztlan ecological park. Kayaking (seasonal) and snorkeling at Ixtapa Island follow, with a gourmet picnic lunch before the return ride to Playa Linda. An expert guide, bikes, kayaks, snorkel gear, lunch and bottled water are included.
Tropical Forest Zipline Canopy Adventure
An exhilarating two-hour adventure tour through the beauty of a unique tropical forest reserve along the coast! Enjoy 11 different canopy adventures, such as hanging/navy-style bridges and 11 thrilling ziplines ranging from 50- to 98-feet high.
Jungle Excursion
This tour ventures into the jungle and across the virgin beaches of the region. Launching from a fisherman's village, a boat will take you on a trip through the Laguna de Potosi and onto the beach for a horse ride on the sand. A lunch of traditional fish "a la talla" and handmade tortillas follows.
Viceroy Fish Market
Meet the fisherman at the beach every Saturday at 1:00 pm for our local fish market. As you relax on the sand, make your selection for a dinner entrée from one of Viceroy's own Chefs. In presentation of the season's best, choose from a variety of local seafood like red fish or lobster straight from the Pacific waters.
Later in the evening join us at La Villa restaurant as Chef prepares your earlier selection for a romantic evening in the chic ambiance of our waterside restaurant. As Chef introduces your catch, thoughtfully prepared and seasoned to perfection, learn about the Mexican Pacific inspired cuisine and the personal recommendations from Chef himself.
La Cava
From the old to the new world we bring you a special selection of 1250 bottles of world renowned wines selected by sommeliers and enologists, this experience combined by our Tyrol crystal glasses and decanters will help you enjoy the characteristics & qualities of our wines.
The six course tasting menu is prepared by our executive chef Paco Isordia who has carefully paired each dish to compliment the individual tastes of each wine creating a memorable dining experience in La Cava, Viceroy' wine cellar. La Cava accommodates a maximum of six diners per night.
Lunch on the Beach
An elegant beach lunch will be delivered on a white linen-set table directly to a private palapa. Guests enjoy gourmet cuisine while reclining in a beach chair, toes wriggling in the sand.
Cooking Classes
A delicious experience to take home. The adventure is organized in two stages: At 9:00 AM guests meet their Chef host at the hotel lobby and then are transported to the town market for an extensive visit where they see and learn the Spanish names of the different herbs, spices, fruits and vegetables, while they shop for the ingredients of a delicious Mexican meal. The next step, the preparation of their very special dish, will take place in a beach setting. Hotel guests may participate or just take notes of the cooking instructions. They will, of course, receive their recipe and detailed explanations in writing. While they feast on their creation, they may want to review some of the new Spanish expressions they have learned during the day. Buen provecho! Cooking classes are not offered Dec. 17-31.
Tequila and Ceviche Tasting
Our Maestro Tequilero will reveal the secrets and history of Mexico's signature, age-old liquor, Tequila. The classic spirit will be paired with three creative and delicious Ceviche combinations. Enjoy a tour through the very best with the resort's Tequila Maestro - from the peppery flavor of mid-aged reposados and the woody aroma of aged añejos to the freshness of blancos. Each is accompanied by a different Sangrita to cool and complement. Maestro will discuss the origins of blue agave and share proper drinking techniques. Reservations are required.
By Land
City Excursion
See the cultural sights and learn the history of Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo as you become familiar with the beaches, shopping and markets of the two towns.
Mexican Riviera Cultural Excursion
This tour provides an excellent opportunity to enjoy a combination of cultural experiences first hand in and around Zihuatanejo. Learn about one of Mexico's traditional art forms at a local tile factory and visit Petatlán, an old Mexican town in the outlying foothills.
La Soledad de Maciel Excursion
Enjoy a tour of one of Guerrero's pre-Columbian treasures. While smaller than many archaeological sites in Mexico, La Soledad was an important ceremonial site of Cihuatlán, the capital of an indigenous city-state. Guests will see rock art, the remains of a ball court and the site's famous "El Rey" stone idol.
By Sea
Ixtapa Island Excursion
Swim and snorkel along a fantastic playa with coral reefs and explore other unique areas on the island. A full day of fun and relaxation. Snorkel gear, tour guide, transportation and lunch included. Other water sports available for additional cost.
Private Luxury Yacht Excursions
Set sail on a 45-foot Voyager yacht to enjoy the beauty of the Mexican Riviera's coastal waters for fishing, snorkeling, a delightful meal or just relaxing.
Sunset Cruise
This romantic cruise takes you along the Pacific coast for a two-and-a-half hour voyage through sparkling twilight waters. An open bar and snacks guarantee relaxation.
This is for one hour of instruction for all ages' levels and abilities, from beginners to advanced beginners to intermediate players. I am a USPTA (United States Pro Tennis Association) certified tennis pro by Stanford University and the University of San Diego and also certified by Dennis Van de Meer, a world renowned tennis instructor in the United States and Europe.
You may contact the instructor, Rory Federico, at firstname.lastname@example.com, or by phone: from the United States or other countries outside of Mexico, please call: + (52) 1 7551141562.
Go fishing in Mexico's newly-discovered, exciting sport-fishing destination. Ride aboard in different boats that will take you for a full day in deep water or a half day near the coast, in an area where anglers thrill at the profusion of sailfish, black and blue marlin, yellow-fin tuna and dorado/mahi-mahi. Viceroy Zihuatanejo offers the perfect arrangements for you to experience this excitement first hand. And upon your return, you can relive your adventure when the hotel prepares your fresh catch according to your exact specifications.
The activities desk can arrange a variety of different fishing adventures for you and your guests upon seven hour charters on specialized cruisers or pangas with expert and caring bilingual skippers. Transportation is provided to and from the Zihuatanejo Pier.
While you can catch sailfish and yellow-fin tuna year-round, please call Viceroy Zihuatanejo to confirm marlin season.
Viceroy Zihuatanejo offers golf vacations in Mexico with two completely different, 18-hole courses just minutes from our door. Choose from either the challenging "Dunes-style" of the Robert Von Hagge, or the more traditional but equally testing Robert Trent Jones, Jr. designed course.
Marina Golf Course
The Marina Golf Course in Ixtapa was designed by Robert Von Hagge, renowned golf course designer. This exclusive 18 hole, par 72 course is 6,793 yards long and is situated on 55 hectars of land characterized by attractive landscaping and natural canals requiring 12 bridges.
Palma Real Golf Course
Ranked as one of Mexico's finest, this 18-hole course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr. and boasts spectacular scenery and wildlife.
Embark on a scenic kayak adventure that takes you through different ecological environments and appeals to nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. The tour takes place in the scenic and extensive mangrove reserve of Laguna de Potosi, located 12 miles south of Zihuatanejo at the southern end of Playa Larga. The route to the launch site takes you through several local villages and agricultural areas and five distinct ecological zones with many opportunities to observe the diverse bird and plant life that makes this area so unique. Laguna de Potosi itself is home to thousands of waterfowl and migratory birds, and you can see an average of 50 different bird species per day.
Tours are approximately 6-mile flat-water paddles through mangrove channels and tunnels, remote back bays, wetlands and short open water sections. You can choose from four different routes that can last up to 4 hours. Shorter routes will afford mountain and headland vistas at a slower pace.
There are a variety of options for shopping in Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo for accessories and items inspired by Mexico's rich culture. Most stores break for lunch followed by "siesta time." Usually their business hours are from 9:00AM to 2:00PM and 4:00PM until 8:00PM, Mondays through Saturdays. During high season many shops extend their business hours and are open on Sundays.
Some of the popular shopping novelties found in Zihuatanejo and Ixtapa include Mexican crafts such as ceramics plates and whole dinner sets; carved hard-wood fish sculptures; colorful wooden or clay ceremonial masks; paintings on tree-bark; decorated handcrafted boxes; and the world famous hamacas (hammocks).
Downtown Zihuatanejo
Offers you a variety clothing shops, boutiques, jewelry stores and souvenir shops
Ixtapa has a boulevard with Shopping Centers and stores alongside. There, you will find something to suit every taste from national and international clothing, leather goods, silver, etc. to traditional Mexican merchandise such as hammocks, clothing made from manta linen, embroidered and woven crafts, cigars, and coffee from one of the best coffee-producing regions in the country.
Artisan Markets
Zihuatanejo - on Ave. Cinco de Mayo (near the main pier)
Ixtapa - located on the Boulevard
Large and colorful artisans markets, Mercado Turístico de Artesanías, boasts more than 200 stands in Zihuatanejo and 80 stands in Ixtapa. In both artisans markets you will be able to find silver; huaraches (handmade leather sandals); and as scarves, ties and handbags inspired by Mexico's rich culture and traditions; one-of-a-kind silver jewelry by leading Mexican artisans.
You can find numerous jewelry stores and platerias - where they sell silver jewelry only.
Most of the sterling silver is from the mines in Taxco, a colonial city within Guerrero.
Shells Market
Zihuatanejo - along the Municipal Pier Walk
Walk along the sandy beach and you will see stands selling art made of shells, including, jewelry, decorative pieces, and the shell itself. Just next to the Shells Market, you can visit the base where the fishermen return from the sea with their morning catches to sell them directly to local vendors, chefs, and housewives. The market is open from 10AM to 8 or 9PM
Fly Boarding
Fly Boarding is the newest seaside craze employing a water-powered thrust to take you airborne. Standing on a device attached to your feet with directional controls, you can soar high above the water, practice acrobatics, or dive and swim like a dolphin. It's safe, fun and easy to learn. Anyone can do it, and it takes just 10-15 minutes to master.
Scuba Diving
Experience the magic of the Mexican Pacific deep blue seas. Dive into the Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo oceans and become amazed by the area's prodigious rock formations, colorful coral reefs, and vast variety of sea species. Exclusive and personal service ensures groups of less than eight per boat.
Viceroy Zihuatanejo also offers guests PADI certification courses while staying at the hotel. Join us at La Marea pool with the Team of 'Dive Zihua' on Thursday afternoon at 5pm for an introductory class of Scuba in the pool, cost is $15 and will be credited to your final cost in case you want to continue with lessons and open water scuba dive course, DSD - Discover Scuba Diving for beginners, a full dive experience at a cost of $120.
Sailing & Snorkeling
Cast off for the beautiful and secluded white sand beaches and coral reef of Playa Manzanillo. A relaxing sail into the Pacific, snorkeling, and an open bar and lunch complete the perfect day.
Take part in a scenic kayak excursion that guides guests into the extensive mangrove reserve of Laguna de Potosi, a four-mile long saltwater lagoon that is home to thousands of waterfowl and migratory birds. The six-mile paddle on flat water travels through mangrove channels, remote back bays, wetlands and short open water sections. Affords excellent opportunity for nature photography and observation.
Deep Sea & Small Game Fishing
Go deep sea fishing and try for a marlin, sailfish or tuna. Or enjoy small game fishing where you can reel in bonita, yellow fin, roosterfish and more. We offer seven-hour trips with fishing licenses, equipment and light refreshments. Available from 7AM to 2PM with three different boat sizes to choose from: small, medium, and large.


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The difference is that Keaton was making a giant leap from his known roles in comedy, whereas we have seen Affleck in similar roles, in fact a very close comparison in Daredevil. I think he could have made it prior to Batman 1989 or before the Chris Nolan's series, but the character has evolved beyond Affleck's depth and presence on screen.
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Local couples and singles put on their dancing shoes Friday evening for a Ballroom Bash at the San Clemente Community Center, where a group gathers monthly for an evening of foxtrot, cha-cha, East and West Coast swing, waltz, tango, rumba, meringue, samba and more.
This month's class, taught by Melody Sandeen, her husband, Eric, and her mother, Marilyn Dumford, featured a lesson in East Coast swing.
To join in the evenings of dancing, call 949-361-8264 or visit ballroombash.com. The cost is $10 per person, including refreshments.


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A man who is accused of sexually touching a 13-year-old boy has been released on bail by a judge.
Pascoal D'Souza is also said to have caused a child to look at images of a person engaging in sexual activity.
The two offences are said to have taken place on consecutive days in mid-November last year.
No charges were formally put to the 38-year-old and he did not enter any pleas during the brief hearing at Swindon Crown Court.
D'Souza, of Graham Street, had the assistance of an interpreter in Konkani, a language from the Goa region of India.
Judge Tim Mousley QC released him on bail to Friday, July 25 on condition he does not go to The Vine church in Swindon or reside in a house with children.


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BWW Reviews: THE PITMEN PAINTERS at ACT Showcases Terrific Ensemble
I'll have to admit I'm a sucker for those stories where people find new and wondrous things about themselves and succeed against all odds. Yes, I'm a sap, which is why I found myself tearing up a few times during ACT's current production of "The Pitmen Painters". It's not the most glorious script I've seen but it is a wonderful story of overcoming your given station in life and I have to say has one hell of an ensemble performing it.
In this true tale, it's the 1930's in Ashington, Northumberland (a tiny mining community in England) and five Pitmen (miners) have gathered to take a class on art appreciation put on by their local workers association. Pitmen George (Charles Leggett), Oliver (Jason Marr), Jimmy (Joseph P. McCarthy) and dental mechanic Harry (R. Hamilton Wright) and the unemployed young lad (Daniel Brockley) have never really even seen a piece of art before but they want their teacher Robert Lyon (Frank Lawler) to tell them what art means. But as this becomes more and more impossible, Lyon decides to have the men make their own art in order to get in touch with what it makes them feel. And this sends the five men on a path of artistic expression that gains them international notoriety but also threatens to change the only lives they've known and drive them apart.
As I've said the ensemble is terrific. Seattle staples Wright and Leggett are their usual powerhouse selves. Leggett with his by the book sweetness and Wright with his political ideals provide a great backbone for the play. As does Lawler with his flustered teacher just trying to get these men to open up. And McCarthy is hilarious as the uncomplicated Jimmy and his stirring monologue near the end showed off his marvelous range. But the incredible Marr and Brockley made the show what it meant for me. As the younger members of the group they showed the most growth over the play. Marr's gentle eagerness coupled with his intense passion completely drew you into his character and made you ache for him to succeed. And Brockley's naïve yet overly fervent young lad was an absolute joy to watch which he turned on a dime as he exploded on atrocities of the looming war. That coupled with his dual role of highbrow painter Ben Nicholson showed off some incredible talents and made me want to see him in more. I remembered how magnificent he was in Seattle Shakes "Two Gentlemen of Verona" and I hope this is the beginning of a lot more from him. I should also mention Morgan Rowe as the Pitmen's art patron Helen Sutherland who seemed to completely command the stage every time she set foot on it.
With a very sparse set coupled with gorgeous projections of the art and very able direction from Kurt Beattie, the two and a half hour show could have been a labor to make it through. And even though I found it a little verbose at times, with the amount of passion and heart the cast pour into these men, it just flies by and was an absolute pleasure to watch.
"The Pitmen Painters" performs at ACT through May 20th. For tickets or information contact the ACT box office at 206-292-7676 or visit them online at www.acttheatre.org.
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Obamacare Effects Account for Most of Income, Spending Increases
The Affordable Care Act, President Barack Barack Obama's signature health law, is already boosting household income and spending.
The Commerce Department reported Monday that consumer spending rose a better-than-expected 0.4% and personal incomes climbed 0.3% in January. The new health-care law accounted for a big chunk of the increase on both fronts.
On the incomes side, the law's expanded coverage boosted Medicaid benefits by an estimated $19.2 billion, according to Commerce's Bureau of Economic Analysis. The ACA also offered several refundable tax credits, including health insurance premium subsidies, which added up to $14.7 billion.
Taken together, the Obamacare provisions are responsible for about three-quarters of January's overall rise in Americans' incomes.
Of course, what the government gives, the government can take away. Case in point: The late-December expiration of a federal program that provided extended aid to unemployed Americans reduced benefit payments $16.7 billion.
Excluding special factors, the Commerce Department said personal income increased a more moderate $23.7 billion, or 0.2%, in January, after falling $15.1 billion, or 0.1%, in December. So it hasn't been a very good winter for American households.
Also worth noting: The payments are categorized as "transfer receipts." That is, the money is transferred from one household to another via government taxes.
On the spending side, the BEA is assuming Obamacare is responsible for a $29 billion increase in health-care services. Separately, spending on utilities also saw a big jump due to rising demand for heat during the cold stretch.
Outside of the two categories, consumers spent less: Overall spending on goods declined for the second straight month.
"So there is indeed evidence of a shift in the composition in spending — consumers in January spent more on heating bills and health care at the expense of other goods and services," said Michelle Girard, economist at Royal Bank of Scotland.
To be sure, the health-care numbers only represent the BEA's best guess based on preliminary data. "Information on Medicaid benefits, on ACA insurance exchange enrollments, and other related information was used to prepare the estimates of consumer spending on these services," the agency said.
So the figures could be heavily revised as more information — directly about the new health-care law — becomes available.


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ESPN is citing sources that the Mountain West "may" target Tulsa, UTEP, SMU and Houston for expansion.
With Boise State confirming that it is staying in the Mountain West instead of joining the Big East, the conference will have 11 football members next year, and San Diego State could also decide not to join the Big East and stay in the Mountain West.
Conference USA and the Mountain West have a loose alliance, so it is unclear if UTEP would have to pay an exit fee to C-USA if it leaves.


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The bears are working hard to crack this market but without success. It bounced back very quickly from a weak open and immediately shook off a poor consumer sentiment report. There is still good dip-buying support. The bears' growing confidence that this market has to fall apart soon is also giving it a little short squeeze.
Trading in individual stocks is sloppy and pockets of momentum have shrunk, but the bulls aren't ready to back off. Breadth is negative with about 2400 gainers to 2500 decliners and there is more weakness in the high-momentum names, but there isn't any big rush for the exits.
Strong markets have a tendency to stay sticky to the upside as there are plenty of folks who want to buy dips. That is one reason tops are processes that have to play themselves out over time.
I'm trying to knock out trades and I have been cutting my market exposure as the stocks I'm holding aren't doing what I would like. I mentioned YPF SA (YPF), Opko Health (OPK) and PBF Energy (PBF) yesterday and I have taken profits in all three into strength. My shopping list of potential buys is shrinking, so I'm becoming less bullish by default. The market is still acting well overall, but individual stocks seem less stable.


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Tigers pleased with revision of transfer rule
MINNEAPOLIS -- The Tigers only had one issue with the new transfer rule this season. But once was enough to convince manager Brad Ausmus that something had to change.
That change arrived on Friday, as Major League Baseball announced a clarification in the rule that determines whether a player has control of the ball when transferring it from his glove to his bare hand. Essentially, the change takes the rule back to the way it had been previously called -- that if a player drops the ball while transferring it from glove to hand, it's still considered control.
"I think they did the right thing," said Ausmus, who might have played at least a small role in convincing the league to make the change. "I think it was an unnecessary revision. I think it's more common [sense] the way the rule is written now."
The Tigers requested a replay review the first week of the season in a game at Baltimore. Shortstop Andrew Romine fumbled a potential double-play toss from second baseman Ian Kinsler off a ground ball hit by Nick Markakis. Baltimore's Steve Lombardozzi was called safe at second on the play. Ausmus challenged the ruling that Romine had lost the ball on the exchange from his glove to his hand after tagging the base. After consulting with an official at Major League Baseball's Replay Operations center, the umpires confirmed the ruling on the field.
The next week, when the Tigers traveled to Los Angeles to take on the Dodgers, Ausmus pled his case with MLB executive vice president of baseball operations Joe Torre. Torre was part of the committee that issued Friday's rule clarification.
The revision should go a long way toward eliminating most of the confusion over this rule.
"I think you'll still have some plays," Ausmus said. "The true 'did he have control' play where the second baseman is trying to catch it and throw at the same time, I think those will still probably [happen]. You might see them go either way. But the ones where the guy's clearly caught the ball, I don't think are going to be an issue anymore."
Patrick Donnelly is a contributor to MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Business & Funding Coordinator
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- Carnegie Wave Energy Limited
- Location
- Hayle, Cornwall
- Salary
- Up to £40,000 per annum
- Posted
- 07 Feb 2017
- Expires
- 17 Feb 2017
- Sector
- Administration & Office
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- Hours
- Full Time
- Exciting Australian Stock Exchange -listed wave energy developer
- Based in Cornwall, UK
- Opportunity for grant coordination and Government liaison
Carnegie Clean Energy Limited (CCE) is an Australian publically listed company (ASX:CCE) focused on developing and commercialising its CETO wave energy technology. Carnegie is regarded as an industry leader on the back of over 10 years of technology development and the successful commissioning and 12 months' operation of the Perth Wave Energy Project at Garden Island, Western Australia. The Company recently announced that its UK subsidiary, CWE UK, had been granted £9,551,962 from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) to design, construct, install and operate a grid-connected CETO 6 wave energy converter device at the purpose built, Wave Hub test site in the UK. The £14.7m project will be delivered by CWE UK Limited.
The team at Carnegie is vital to the success of the business. Carnegie has a strong, positive workplace culture and seeks talented, innovative professionals to join the team. Carnegie holds the company values strongly and seeks applicants that are aligned to our values.
CWE UK has a requirement for a full-time Business & Funding Coordinator with at least 5 years' experience. A bachelor's degree in Commerce, or equivalent will be well regarded. This role will be based at CWE UK's offices located in Hayle Marine Renewable Business Park, working closely with the CCE Australia team and reporting to the CETO Wave Hub Project Manager.
The position will be responsible for ensuring ongoing compliance with the Project's ERDF obligations including managing grant claims and ongoing communications with the UK Government's Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG). In addition this position will be responsible for establishing, organising and running a range of administrative functions in support of CWE UK, including finance, IT and marketing & communications. The role will be supported by the team in the UK and by Carnegie Clean Energy in Australia.
The successful Candidate will possess previous experience in administering large European grant funded projects and/or in office and business processes management. Direct experience with ERDF funded projects will be well regarded. This position requires a candidate with advanced working knowledge of MS products, the ability to collate financial information and produce financial information to meet reporting requirements and good written and oral communication skills. The successful candidate will demonstrate attention to detail, the confidence and ability to work autonomously as well as within a team and a professional, enthusiastic, flexible and positive approach with the ability to prioritise workload to meet strict deadlines.
In applying for this role there is an expectation that candidates will highlight the above specific skills and experience and how they relate to the position.
This is an opportunity to work for an exciting company and on a ground breaking project at the forefront of renewable energy development, well regarded for its innovation in the clean energy sector.
A competitive salary applies to this position and will be negotiated based on the successful candidate's experience. The position is available for immediate start.
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Toronto StarThe Minnesota Timberwolves have come to a mutual agreement with Kevin McHale that he will not return as coach next season.
A person with knowledge of the decision, speaking on condition of anonymity because an announcement had not been made, told The Associated Press on Wednesday that McHale and new boss David Kahn had decided to part ways.
That confirms a Twitter message posted by the Timberwolves' Kevin Love early Wednesday that read, "Today is a sad day ... Kevin McHale will NOT be back as head coach this season."


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Applying For Scholarships
Upon admission to Washburn Law, each student is automatically considered for institutional scholarships. For most scholarships no additional information is required.
Generous contributions from alumni and friends make it possible for the School of Law to award more than $2.2 million annually in institutional scholarships:
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It's going to be a trap game if we don't focus. This could be a SD/STL kind of game. Have to start fast and cover Fitzgerald. If we establish a run game, ARZ is in trouble. We should be able to control the clock in the second half
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It's going to be a trap game if we don't focus. This could be a SD/STL kind of game. Have to start fast and cover Fitzgerald. If we establish a run game, ARZ is in trouble. We should be able to control the clock in the second half
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Cards aren't a bad team. Arians is gonna have a few tricks up his sleeve. It's in Arizona.
We could lose this game. I don't do scores though. Pointless, lol.
There are two types of quarterbacks in the league: Those whom over time, the league figures out ... and those who figure out the league.
It will be interesting to see the match between Pagano and Arians. Arians obviously knows the Colts and especially Luck very well. He will try to throw him off. This isn't going to be an easy game. The Cardinals are solid and it's on the road. I'll be very very impressed if the Colts win this game to go to 8-3.
I have a bad feeling about this game. Though, historically, we usually beat Arizona. Have to start fast this game
Being unable to close out a game in which you have a comfortable lead in the 4th Q = Pulling a Frank Vogel
Yeah not feeling us winning this game. West coast and a bad start on the road here is going to make life difficult. Zona's defense is pretty good
Don't ask Marvin Harrison what he did during the bye week. "Batman never told where the Bat Cave is," he explained.
TE Justice Cunningham to the active roster from the practice squad. Griff Whalen waived. That's 4 active TEs, I don't get it.
http://www.silverandblackpride.com/2...ice-cunninghamCunningham isn't particularly tall or fast, measuring 6'3" and running a 4.8 forty time. He is very strong and can break tackles but isn't athletic enough to be a premier pass catcher like Antonio Gates and Jimmy Graham have become. His strength is blocking and he is one of the best blocking tight ends in the country. He had a role somewhat similar to Richard Gordon except he was in on nearly every play and not solely utilized as a blocker. He has Gordon's level of blocking skills but is a far better receiver. His lack of size will hurt him but in a power running attack his blocking ability will be most beneficial.
Sounds like they're trying to get pieces to keep this power running game moving smoothly.
Einstein's definition of crazy is starting to sound pretty accurate.
Just because you're offended, doesn't mean you're right. ― Ricky Gervais.
**** yeah. More TE's. Pep's wet dream. I also hope their best ability is at blocking and not catching the ball. God forbid we have a receiver that can catch it. We don't want that. No, hell no.
Build the monster, man. Run it down their effing throats.
Interesting that they kept Da'Rick Rogers over Griff Whalen. Rogers hasn't played a snap yet. We knew what we had in Whalen.
Whalen looked good both years in preseason. Had the injury last year. Did not do much to impress this season though with opportunity.
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I hope Trent just gets pissed off for this game. Bust a few - will ya ??
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We got to double down on the power running game! We can have even more TEs out there so the defense knows that we are running and TRich can get tackled for no game!
What I expect is the Cards to be up at half time after we throw away a half trying this power run game crap and then after half time they will get this bright idea like always to give the ball to our best player and hope Luck can pull another victory from his ***.
I understand them wanting to be more balance, but I feel like we are going to far the other way and forgetting for long portions of the game that our best player is Andrew Luck. Hopefully we do not do this because if we start slow the Cards are a good team that could run away with it.
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Greg Toler was back at practice. Good news that.
Pretty much. There's about two dozen Griff Whalens sitting on the couch right now. Of course, there's probably even more Justice Cunninghams.
I just want to see Da'Rick get more playing time. If that means we have to pick up another tight end (one will probably be on the inactive list anyway), then so be it.
I thought Cunningham was a preseason standout as well. I'd rather have him than Saunders.
I don't see the concern really, split Fleener out to do what he does best and keep Saunders or whoever in to block...
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We also have nothing but a useless player in Reed yet he's still part of this team.
#colts injury report: OUT-Toler, Havili, Conner; Q-Gordy, Landry, Richardson; P-Herron, Heyward-Bey, Howell.— Mike Chappell (@mchappell51) November 22, 2013
Maybe this is why we added Cunningham to the roster:
Pagano: WIth Havili out, a TE assumes his duties.— Mike Chappell (@mchappell51) November 22, 2013
Toler living up to the injury-prone rep that preceded him here. Unfortunate. Their D is tough, especially on the run. Their offense, on the other hand, is shaky. But they way our D is playing lately, I'm not sure we can take advantage.
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COUNCILLORS will next month give their verdict on a proposal to redevelop land on which Northwich Victoria's now former home – the Victoria Stadium – is built.
Thor Specialities (UK) Ltd, a chemicals manufacturer based next door that bought the nine-acres plot last January, wants to build two new storage warehouses there.
It hopes members of Cheshire West and Chester Council's strategic planning committee will approve the change, part of an £11m expansion, at their February meeting.
The stadium, officially opened in 2006 following Vics' relocation from the Drill Field via a ground share at neighbours Witton, hosted its last match a year ago this weekend.
Thor offered the club a lease to stay on until last season's climax, but owner Jim Rushe declined to sign it.
Instead the team continues to play home matches in Stafford, more than 40 miles away.
The old pitch was effectively closed in July when councillors agreed unanimously that Thor should be allowed to increase production across the street.
As a result the firm can now to store up to 60 tonnes of n-Butyl Isocynate, classed by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) as very toxic.
The HSE insisted on a bigger safety zone around the factory, so the site can no longer be used for football.
At the time, the club did not make an objection.
Since then the council, with Sport England, has discussed with Thor ways in which it can compensate – in the form of a legally-binding agreement – for the loss of a ground at which Vics sealed promotion back to non-league football's top tier at the end of their first season.
The Guardian understands that those talks are close to a conclusion although a new, like-for-like stadium will not be a condition attached to their outcome.
"There are other material considerations that warrant a flexible approach that is unlikely to meet in full the policy requirement for a replacement facility," wrote planning officer Paul Friston in a report last summer.
"Thor's [financial] contribution is not expected to meet the cost of one either."
Sport England, which was against Thor's request for permission to increase production in July, has yet to comment on its application to change the use of the Victoria Stadium site.
Managing director David Hewitt says the chemicals firm could employ an extra 50 people if its plan is given approval.
"It's a unique opportunity," he told Wincham Parish Council.
Cheshire West and Chester Council's strategic planning committee meets at the authority's headquarters in Chester on Thursday, February 21 from 4pm.


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Donald Lewis Wilson passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, Oct 19, at the age of 102. He moved to Santa Rosa five years ago from his home of fifty years in Los Altos.
He was born Feb 23, 1911, in Tarkio, Missouri to Guy Wilford and Ida Myrtle Wilson. When he was six weeks old, the family immigrated to Saskatchewan, by train, to join his mother's parents in a farming venture—his mother and the younger children traveled in the Pullman car—the rest of the family in a box car--living off a crock of pork and beans prepared for the four day/2000 mile journey.
The family returned to Nebraska in 1919, settling on a farm in Randolph.
His siblings eventually numbered seven: Earl, Irvine, Virgil, Russell, Friel, Woodrow and Grace.
Graduating from high school in June 1929, he describes this as, "The worst of times." The stock market had just crashed; there was 30% unemployment; his family had had 3 crop failures, and "grass hoppers ate everything but the fence posts." In spite of that, he became engaged to his high school sweetheart, Margaret Isadore Wilson, asking her to wait for him until he had established himself.
Two of his brothers had found employment in California and, in 1930, he followed them. His first job was as a ranch hand on Mt. Diablo. Returning to Nebraska seven years later, he married Isadore in 1937. He went on to become an agent for State Farm Insurance, moving quickly to district manager in the counties of: Solano, San Francisco and San Mateo.
He was married for 68 years to Isadore who passed away in 2006. He then remarried and is survived by Marilyn Wilson who remained by his side, nursing him in his final years.
His career with State Farm Insurance spanned more than three decades, and he spoke fondly of his fortunate choice of a career path which helped him achieve "success in life, liberty and happiness."
He is survived by his five children: Roger (Dao), Larry (Ann), Joyce Hodgkinson (Bill), Gordon, and Nancy Milner (Rick).
His stories, riddles and domino games will be especially missed by his ten grandchildren: Kevin Hong, Donald Wilson (Charis), Craig Wilson (Alison), Chris Elkins (Luisa), Anna Paris, Eve Lundsten (Lonny), Joey Hodgkinson, Kiersten Deen (Nathan), Aaron Helgeson (Jen), and Bret Milner (Rebecca). He remained close to his loving niece, Nancy Brixey-Brasser (Gary) and sister-in-law, Ida Mae Arnold. He was very proud of his great grandchildren: Kaya Berry, Lake and Olive Lundsten, Logan Deen, Samuel Wilson, Elizabeth Helgeson.
His only living sibling, Grace (Wilson) Reese, lives in Paradise, CA with her husband, Bob.
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St. James' Way – a European pilgrimage trail for the body and soul. Follow in the footsteps of medieval pilgrims on this historical route of approx. 170km from Nuremberg to Lake Constance.
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One theme and one event connects 1,200 kilometres across the federal states of Thuringia, Saxony-Anhalt and Saxony. The Luther Trail is part of the Luther Decade culminating in 2017, which marks 500 years since Luther nailed his theses to the church door in 1517 – the anniversary of the Reformation.
The scenery of Upper Bavaria is divinely beautiful and the 85km Meditation Trail, right at the foot of the mystical Ammergau Alps, offers a wonderful opportunity for walking meditation, spiritual contemplation and pilgrimage. It runs from the Wieskirche Church to Linderhof Palace with many cultural treasures along the way.
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There are a number of pilgrimage routes all over Europe that lead to the grave of the apostle James in Santiago de Compostela in Spain. The scenic Palatinate Forest is home to two such routes that cover almost 300km from the pilgrimage town of Speyer to the Benedictine abbey in Hornbach.
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