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Fabiola Jourdain was last seen leaving her home that morning.
Police believe Jourdain may be with her boyfriend, a man named Davonte, who lives in Wynwood or North Miami.
Jourdain is described as 5 feet 2 inches tall and 112 pounds. She has black hair and brown eyes.
Davonte is described as standing 6 feet 4 inches to 6 feet 6 inches tall. He has black hair and brown eyes, and sleeves of tattoos on both arms, including a date on his left wrist. He also has a heart tattoo on his left calf.
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Development of the orleans variety may hasten the departure of the beauregard as the major alternative sweet potato variety to the covington, according to researchers at Louisiana State University's Sweet Potato Research Station in Chase, La.
Variety development, as well as upgrading production efficiency and yields, is a major part of the station's work, said Tara Smith, extension specialist.
"The covington in North Carolina has really transformed that industry," Smith said.
The covington had replaced the beauregard there, she said.
"The majority of their acreage is planted in that variety, and they realize yields and packouts and quality are better, and it does real well for that state."
The orleans offers improved yield compared to the beauregard, and the new variety likely will be widely adopted across the Gulf South growing region, Smith said.
"Particularly the breeders are trying to develop varieties that help the industry and the growers with not only yields but quality packout consistency that will meet the needs of the buyers," she said.
The beauregard remains the predominant variety in Louisiana, Mississippi and Arkansas, Smith said.
"You have some covingtons and some evangelines, which is another variety that was released in 2007, but the covington and beauregard dominate the orange-flesh sector of the market," Smith said.
Scientists at the research station, working with grant money from the U.S. Department of Agriculture from 2009, looked into developing a variety that can withstand enemies like early season moisture, cool weather and other climatic factors specific to the Gulf South, Smith said.
"We're looking at growing-degree day models and other things, and we're making management decisions for the crop," Smith said.
Researchers also have looked at issues like optimal timing for planting to avert crop stress when it's most vulnerable, Smith said.
"The growers are really capitalizing on that research, and they're implementing some of these recommendations and monitoring some of these factors on their farms," she said.
The orleans is one of two varieties under development in Louisiana. The work focuses on developing varieties with good shape, appealing color and texture, and a high degree of disease resistance, Smith said.
"They're multifaceted programs," she said. "They work closely with plant pathologists, entomologists and postharvest physiologists," she said.
The beauregard remains the chief variety at Iota, La.-based Garber Farms, but Garber grew 200 acres of orleans in 2010 and will expand on that this year, said Matt Garber, partner.
"We like the orleans so far. It's very similar to the beauregard and has a better shape that gives us a better packout," Garber said.
He said the orleans also has a "little bit brighter color inside," which consumers like.
The company first got involved with the orleans four years ago, Garber said.
Rene Simon, executive director of the Baton Rouge-based Louisiana Sweet Potato Commission, said the orleans has promising potential for the state's industry.
"It has an overall yield equal to the beauregard, but the orleans outperforms it in the amount of No. 1 potatoes produced, thereby increasing the packout," Simon said.
Growers are excited about the orleans, Simon said.
"They will be increasing its acreage again this year, but it is hard to leave the beauregard since it has been such a great variety."

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You come to expect the worst with this team. A lack of chemistry, injuries, its all become the same scene for us Pacers fans. We can sit here and dream of scenarios in which the team gets fixed, but the chances are very slim. The really only logical conclusion to an ever changing league is to rebuild, which is a hard concept to accept considering we've been technically rebuilding for several years now.
Something along the way has fallen of course, and well, completely failed.
A team is a team for a reason, 5 players play as a unit and each player presents a unique talent that contributes to an overall agenda to score and limit the opposing team from scoring. Different teams have different talents, some score the ball more than others, some defend more than others. The idea is to end the game with more points than the other team, which is something we're not use to seeing.
When we beat a bad team, we often feel good about the win, look at the positives and try to analyze why we won and how to keep it going. Problem is, when you beat a bad team, you're flaws aren't exactly shining and the opposing team makes you look good. That is why Conseco Fieldhouse is a favorable destination if you're an NBA player on any other team.
Basically, I have a theory that could lead to a brighter future. Danny is hurt, and the best thing for the team, and him, is for him to remain on the bench. We're not going to win anything this year, and ultimately its the attitude of Larry Bird that hurts us the most, when we play hard down the stretch. Take a chance that a high lottery pick could turn our team around.
Troy Murphy and Mike Dunleavy CANNOT be traded. We can fantasize about it all we want to, but no one wants to touch them. I'm sure Golden State laughed their heads off when we took them on. Of course Golden State still sucks so I'm sure they're not doing to much laughing. Murphy will be traded if he proves he can stay healthy and produce, but thats a long shot hypothetical scenario.
That leaves Jeff Foster and T.J. Ford. Foster makes way to much, and truth be told, he has value to a championship contending team with contracts to match, not looking to rebuild, willing to part with a 2nd round pick and baggage. Foster's allure could come from Portland or San Antonio. Portland could very well be interested with their big man crisis, something that needs to be exploited. Problem is, they don't exactly have contracts matching Foster's, and it'd come down to whether they'd feel comfortable dealing Steve Blake AND a 2nd round pick. It could free up Bayless who has been producing as of late.
T.J. is even harder to move. Figuring on many different levels, the lack of production, lingering health concerns, T.J. is slightely less than impossible to trade. The only way we'd be able to move him is if some team wants another point guard for insurance during a playoff push, but so unlikely I don't want to waste time talking about it.
After that you have a plethora of cheap contracts mixed with youth. My plot thickens here. If you want to desperately move T.J. or Jeff, I'd suggest throwing Brandon Rush in with it. While sounding like a silly move, Rush's quality at this point is hardly there, and the only thing that'd make him remotely appealing is that he's still young, and cheap. Could sweeten the pot.
The eventual idea is that we bench Danny for most of the season, tank it if you will, sit on our fat contracts, but try to move a player or two for some lesser picks. We let Troy, Mike, Jeff, and T.J., run out their contracts after next season. We re-sign Troy, Mike, and Jeff to more reasonable contracts, and we enjoy the services of a lotter pick or two. We're far enough under the cap to search for more talent and not have to settle for bargain players anymore.
Now, I know I am a bit of a ranter, but I have another point to my whole theory to getting our franchise back on track. FIRE JIM O'BRIEN.


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It's time for the holidays, and I know what that means around here…parades, trade shows, employee gatherings and of course the annual Holiday Sale. Yes, don't worry; I have been very busy planning events for next summer such as Education Extravaganza, Beach Jam and the new Beach Bop. But this has become a nice change of scenery for me. For most people, you say, "Holiday Season" and their stress level rises and they break out in sweats. I say, "yessss more events!" Besides it gives us a chance to see everyone during the off season. Anyway, we are busy making floats and buying candy for the local holiday parades and gearing up to start our Holiday Sale. Check us out at one of the parades, Sunny C. Gull will be there in his Christmas gear!
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AUSTIN, Texas — For wildlife habitat conservation to happen on a landscape level in Texas, it will have to occur on private property, which makes up the bulk of land holdings in the state. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Sand County Foundation are looking to recognize those who have shown exemplary efforts to manage their property as ambassadors of conservation.
On May 23 at the Omni Southpark Hotel in Austin, TPWD will recognize eight regional land stewards, representing private ranches in various ecological regions, plus three separate categories recognizing achievements for wildlife management associations, special contributions and corporate efforts. Also, the Leopold Conservation Award for Texas will be presented to the 2007 statewide land steward, still to be announced.
The 12th annual Lone Star Land Steward Awards recognize and honor private landowners for their accomplishments in habitat management and wildlife conservation. The program is designed to educate landowners and the public and to encourage participation in habitat conservation. TPWD's primary partner in the awards is the Sand County Foundation, with sponsors that include Texas Wildlife Association, Alcoa Rockdale Operations, The Nature Conservancy of Texas, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and Texas Farm Bureau.
"Each year we see a diverse group of dedicated landowners managing their wildlife and natural resources in innovative ways," said Linda Campbell, TPWD Private Lands Program director. "They are models for others to emulate in today's changing Texas."
Lone Star Land Steward Awards program objectives are to recognize private landowners for excellence in habitat management and wildlife conservation on their lands, publicize the best examples of sound natural resource management practices, encourage youth education and participation in promoting responsible habitat management and improved ecosystem health, promote long-term conservation of unique natural and cultural resources, promote ecosystem awareness and acknowledge the best conservation practices in the state's 10 ecological regions, enhance relationships between private landowners and Texas natural resource agencies, and illustrate the important role of private landowners in the future of Texas natural resources.
For the third year, the Lone Star Land Steward Awards are benefiting from an association with Sand County Foundation, an international non-profit organization devoted to private landowner conservation. Each ecoregion award recipient and the wildlife management association recipient will receive $1,000 from the Foundation, while the Leopold Conservation Award recipient will receive $10,000 and the Leopold crystal award.
"We are once again proud to participate in the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's Lone Star Land Steward Awards program," said David Allen, Sand County Foundation Vice-President. "Texas has a great tradition of private landowners who practice sustainable conservation. The Leopold Conservation Award is an opportunity for us to honor their work."
The Leopold Conservation Award honors the legacy of Aldo Leopold (1887-1948), who is considered the father of wildlife ecology. His collection of essays, "A Sand County Almanac," remains one of the world's best-selling natural history books. Leopold's godson, Reed Coleman, formed Sand County Foundation in 1965 to protect the Leopold farm from encroaching lot development along the Wisconsin River.
For TPWD, the Leopold Conservation Award is the highest honor bestowed for conservation and responsible stewardship as part of the Lone Star Land Steward program. For Sand County Foundation, the Texas award is one of six Leopold Conservation Awards planned for private landowners in various states across the U.S this year.
This year's recipients characterize the unique cultural and natural heritage of Texas. Landowners restoring degraded habitats while conserving flora and fauna are a common thread. For the first time, the awards recognize a residential conservation development in the special category. Following are summaries of stewardship highlights for each of the ecoregion and category recipients.
The McFaddin Ranch was established in Victoria County in 1877 by James Alfred McFaddin. A century later, the property was divided among heirs and Bob McCan continued the family land management tradition on his share of the ranch. The family ranch holdings and a 55,000 acre lease ranch in Refugio and Bee counties are operated as one management unit under the family name of McFaddin Enterprises.
The McFaddin Enterprise ranches include three divisions covering more than 75,000 acres managed holistically for both livestock and native habitat and populations of wildlife. Rotational grazing and a systematic approach to applying brush management techniques to the landscape to compound each technique has improved diversity and production. Land management practices on the McFaddin ranches focus on an ecosystem management approach including preservation of the soil, improved water availability and increased vegetative diversity and range production.
All Divisions participate in studies on systematic brush management through the Grazing Land Cooperative Initiative grants, quail management, research on invasive fire ant management and affects of native flora and fauna, prescribed burning workshops and high school habitat judging Competitions. Riparian vegetation and water quality studies have also been conducted on these ranches.
McFaddin Enterprises has also utilized many conservation agencies in order to maximize potential income while fostering good land stewardship by partnering with many governmental and private entities.
The Litteken Ranch in Clay County is owned and operated by Arthur Litteken, who began putting the property together in the early 1990s and has increased the size since then by purchasing additional adjoining tracts as they became available. During that time he has implemented numerous improvements to the 2,950-acre ranch and has operated under a TPWD-approved Wildlife Management Plan for 11 years
Income for the ranch is generated primarily from its livestock operation and is supplemented through lease hunting and fishing . The ranch is divided into 19 pastures. A 180 acre old field was replanted to a mixture of native grasses and forbs and an additional 225 acres are maintained in coastal bermuda grass. These 405 acres of restored field and improved grass pastures, representing less than 15 percent of the ranch acreage, are used to sustain the ranch's cow-calf cattle herd for six months during the growing season while the remainder of the ranch's native grass pastures receive complete deferment.
The density and distribution of invasive brush species, primarily mesquite, are controlled mechanically (grubbing and raking) and chemically through participation in USDA NRCS cost-share programs. Herbicides are aerially-applied in alternating strips annually to maintain vertical woody structure and to minimize "forb shock." Sites that are disturbed as the result of mechanical brush control are reseeded with a mixture of native grasses and forbs.
Outreach activities hosted by the Litteken Ranch include bi-annual tours for area county extension agents, several field days in conjunction with the Cooperative Extension Service and the NRCS, a Quail Appreciation Day, "Hello Neighbor" tours for local landowners, an annual pre-season educational program for the ranch's hunters, and Boy Scout outings.
The crossroads of the Marcy Trail (an Arkansas to California trail used during the Gold Rush) and the old mail route between Decatur and Archer City occurs on the ranch. Old sandstone markers designating the intersection of these trails were recovered and permanently displayed by Litteken.
Situated in northeastern Edwards County, Llano Springs Ranch includes 5,100 acres of rocky hills and draws typical of the western Edwards Plateau. Operating as a family limited partnership, Llano Springs Ranch Ltd. targets holistic management of native populations and habitats as its primary focus. Ranch income is derived from a combination of commercial lease hunting activities for big-game species (including white-tailed deer, exotics, and turkey) and fly-fishing along the South Llano River. This income is supplemented with revenue from non-consumptive hiking, biking, jeep tours, birdwatching, and photography. Success is measured in habitat improvement and providing a quality outdoor experience.
The centerpiece of Llano Springs Ranch includes 3.5 miles of the spring-fed South Llano River. Notable increases in water quality and spring flow have resulted from a substantial brush management program initiated shortly after the ranch was purchased in 1994. There are 5 major springs on the tract, (including Llano Springs—headwaters of the Llano River) and numerous unnamed springs. Additional springs have begun to flow as a result of the tremendous cedar clearing effort.
Land management practices at Llano Springs focus on an ecosystem management approach including preservation of the soil, improved water availability, and increased vegetative diversity. Invading Ashe juniper regrowth is actively controlled through an aggressive brush management program utilizing heavy equipment and hand cutting on appropriate range sites. Much of this work has been accomplished through cost-share programs of the Natural Resource Conservation Service. Emphasis is placed on removal of cedar in mosaic patterns while sculpting the remaining woody overstory to provide excellent travel and escape cover for wildlife. Ranch owners have worked with TPWD since 1995 on implementation of their wildlife management program.
Dense mesquite thickets along the Llano River have also been manipulated in selected areas, while prescribed burns are utilized when range and weather conditions ALLOW. To date, over 2/3 of the total land area at Llano Springs Ranch (in excess of 2,700 acres) has been manipulated through the brush management program. The majority of this clearing effort has been personally conducted by Tom Vandivier.
Llano Springs Ranch continues to provide significant educational outreach, particularly to youth. The ranch has hosted various conservation-based field trips for university students and offered hunts for the Texas Youth Hunting Program. The Vandivier family takes a hands-on approach to management with all members contributing to the hunting operation as well as other recreational income-generating activities. Likewise, the family continues to participate in cooperative research efforts with TPWD.
White Rock Pasture near Trinity has integrated habitat management initiatives such as prescribed burning into their forest management to benefit wildlife and reduce the risks of wild fire. They use a saw timber management strategy on the 11,700-acre property to improve habitat for turkeys, quail and other species that benefit from mature pine timber stands.
Under previous ownership, the property was managed primarily for pulpwood production and leased for hunting. Since 2002, the property, managed according to a TPWD-approved wildlife management plan, has been active in the Managed Lands Deer Program.
White Rock Pasture is also actively involved in managing for species of concern. They participate with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in a Habitat Conservation Plan for endangered red-cockaded woodpeckers as well as a Candidate Conservation Agreement for the Neches River rose mallow.
From 1950-1999, livestock grazing was the primary business activity on the Spring Branch Ranch in Bastrop County, currently 426 acres in size. This century, the ranch switched to coastal hay production, including organic hay, and wildlife management. The result is a property with more abundant and diverse plant and animal species, lush native habitat and cleaner water for people and wildlife.
Owners Melissa Cole and Mike Reusing have re-established native grasslands through brush control, removing more than 1,000 eastern red cedar trees annually in the past two years.
They have also focused on wetland restoration and improvement, using the cut cedar to build water control structures across previously dry creeks to catch and hold supplemental water for wildlife. They also removed reeds around parts of their lake to provide access for wading waterbirds and songbirds.
The owners have planted 1,000 native trees and shrubs on the land in the past five years. The result is greatly improved cover and native forage for white-tailed deer, birds and a variety of other species.
Recognizing the value of separately owned land holdings working together for regional benefits, they re-established travel corridors for wildlife to travel from the Army National Guard's nearby Camp Swift through hay pastures. This was done by planting trees and allowing native brush, forbs and grasses to grow in strips within the pastures.
Two years ago, they became the first producer of organic hay in Bastrop County, conducting extensive experiments with compost tea and organic fertilizers, and offering advice based on their learning to numerous other ranchers.
They participate in the Lower Colorado River Authority's voluntary River Watch program, conducting regular water quality sampling under LCRA supervision of the ranch's 6-acre, spring-fed lake, the headwaters of Dogwood Creek, which flows into the Colorado River.
All these practices have caused a surge in wildlife diversity and abundance. For example, wild turkeys were common three decades ago on the ranch but had not been seen since, partly due to overgrazing by previous owners, and now turkeys are common throughout the ranch.
The owners have been gracious about sharing their knowledge, and the ranch has become a substantial demonstration facility for other ranchers and property owners for the past seven years.
The 13,622-acre Merrick Davis Ranch in Shackelford County was purchased by the Matthews family in the 1950s from the Merrick Davis Estate. The ranch is owned by John A. (Matt) Matthews and First Financial Trust & Asset Mgt. Co., in trust, for John J. Matthews and James A. Matthews. Rick Hanson, H&M Cattle Co., is the ranch manager.
The Merrick Davis Ranch places emphasis on the production of native grasses and forbs as forage for livestock and habitat for wildlife. Grazing and brush management in the last 10 years has significantly improved the quantity and quality of native grasses and forbs and stabilized the soils from erosion. The Merrick Davis "system" uses rotational grazing, prescribed burning, and brush management to enhance and maintain the habitat. All herbaceous and woody plants on hillsides and riparian areas are protected from mechanical manipulation to maintain wildlife corridors, reduce erosion, and provide escape, thermal, roosting, and screening cover for deer, upland game birds, and non-game animals.
Lake McCarty, the water source for the city of Albany, borders the ranch on the southeast. A significant portion of the watershed for the lake lies within the Merrick Davis Ranch. The land stewardship practices on the Merrick Davis have improved the water quality and reduced soil erosion into Lake McCarty.
Aeration is used on deep soil sites to promote water infiltration, stimulate annual weeds, enhance plant diversity, and increase herbaceous ground cover for future prescribed burns. Other wildlife management practices on the ranch include the construction of spreader dams to capture water, half cutting mesquites in areas where quail cover is limiting, and re-seeding old farmland with native grass mixtures.
The Merrick Davis Ranch is home to healthy populations of white-tailed deer, bobwhite quail, turkey, birds of prey, Texas horned lizard, non-game mammals, dove, and grassland birds.
The Temple Ranch is a living showcase of the benefits of hard work, proper wildlife management, and good land stewardship has on previously degraded rangeland.
Most of the habitat on the ranch was chained more than 25 years ago to remove woody cover and increase grass growth for cattle grazing. Prior to 1992, when the Temple family purchased the ranch, the property suffered from severe overgrazing, erosion, and heavy hunting pressure. Grass and herbaceous cover were virtually non-existent. The Temple family has since instituted many beneficial management practices to increase the habitat quality for both game and non-game wildlife populations on the ranch.
These management practices are applied in various designs in order to increase plant diversity and "edge" while still maintaining cover requirements for both game and non-game wildlife. Protecting the proper amount of habitat is very important to the goals of the Temple Ranch. Different management practices are applied based on soil type and habitat, and include many different mechanical treatments, judicious use of cattle grazing, selective ground application of herbicide in monocultures, and reseeding of native grasses. Prescribed fire is used extensively in areas with adequate fuel loads and as a follow up treatment after mechanical manipulation.
All riparian areas are left intact, with at least a 75- to 100-yard buffer from brush manipulation. Areas with suitable habitat and soil types have been improved to provide more feeding and nesting areas for turkeys. Natural roosting sites for turkeys are protected, and artificial roost sites have also been erected. What was once poor to marginal turkey habitat has been transformed into good habitat, and the turkey population has responded favorably.
Water sources are very important to wildlife in the semi-arid South Texas region. The Temple Ranch has increased water distribution across the landscape, establishing a water source every ½ mile. Approximately 10 miles of water line supplies water continuously to wildlife water sources on the Ranch.
The Catto-Gage Ranch near Marathon in Brewster County covers 172,609 acres and its owners are descendants of Alfred S. Gage, who began his cattle business in the late 1880s.
Goals of the ranch include, the proper management of the various habitat types that will encourage healthy game and non-game wildlife populations, including pronghorn antelope, mule deer, elk and scaled quail, while continuing to develop a cattle grazing strategy that will be commercially viable. The ranch's diversity includes habitats ranging from the desert shrub/ grasslands and rolling foothills, to higher elevation pinion pine-juniper.
The ranch is currently participating in the Managed Lands Deer Program for mule deer and continues to seek management approaches that benefit both wildlife and cattle operations.
Prior to 1950, cattle, sheep and goats were part of the livestock operation. Today the focus is on feeder cattle (stocker operation) to provide more flexibility in grazing management. Since 2002, about 50 miles of new water line have been constructed, 50 new troughs added, 11 storage tanks and 4 wells have been drilled. The ranch is experimenting with solar powered pumps and new storage tanks with lids or covers.
In 2003, 6 locations totaling approximately 1,086 acres were enrolled into NRCS — Riparian Buffer Program. An additional 4,000 acres were also included to these projects based on fencing needs and habitat enhancement projects. Habitat projects include spring restoration through the use of horizontal drilling, dirt tank construction, contour ripping with native grass seeding and prescribed burning.
Cooperative research projects with Sul Ross State University and Texas A&M include prescribed fire, archeology and the development of an "early warning" drought system for land owners using satellite imagery, weather data and forage inventories.
For 17 years, the Cherry Spring WMA in Gillespie County has strived to integrate sound wildlife management practices with passing along the state's hunting heritage to the next generation. The association is spread across 21,000 acres in three rural communities.
Members are actively involved in various habitat enhancement efforts, including rotational grazing, prescribed burning, brush control and development of food plots. These activities have resulted in higher Rio Grande turkey populations and a healthier deer population. They annually conduct deer spotlight census counts to evaluate association management goals and to set deer harvest recommendations with assistance from TPWD wildlife biologists.
The association is intensively involved in providing youth hunting opportunities on member properties through the Texas Youth Hunting Program.
LCRA was established in 1934 as a conservation and reclamation district. LCRA is involved in many conservation, restoration and enhancement projects throughout its statutory district (Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Colorado, Fayette, Llano, Matagorda, San Saba, Travis and Wharton counties). It also is involved in the education of youth, teachers and landowners, and it provides outreach activities to help meet the needs of the citizens of the district. LCRA's ability to partner with state and federal agencies with conservation responsibilities allows it to leverage resources, both monetary and human, to provide a variety of on-site demonstrations and educational opportunities for diverse participation.
LCRA manages more than 16,000 acres of public lands properly for the citizens of Texas. The lands serve not only as islands of wildlife habitat in an ever-changing landscape but also as a means for individuals to learn more about and to connect with nature. In 1996, LCRA dedicated some 2,585 acres of land to the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve to protect the golden-cheeked warbler and black-capped vireo habitats. LCRA is also active in other conservation efforts involving threatened species, including a cooperative partnership to develop a habitat conservation plan to help preserve the limited remaining habitat of the Houston toad.
LCRA is also involved in private lands management initiatives, beginning in 1993 with the North Central Fayette County Wildlife Management Cooperative. Through these efforts during the past 14 years, seven wildlife cooperatives have been created in Fayette County, and more than 125,000 acres of private and public lands are being managed for wildlife. This cooperative approach to natural resource conservation has proven to be an effective tool in helping minimize the effects of land fragmentation on wildlife resources. LCRA has partnered with TPWD on a quail relocation project in Fayette County, employing disking and prescribed burning to enhance quail habitat on about 500 acres of native grass plots.
In an effort to improve water quality and enhance aquatic habitat, LCRA developed a comprehensive plan to manage aquatic vegetation at Lake Bastrop to control excessive growth of hydrilla, worked with local residents and TPWD to add a variety of native plants to Lake LBJ. LCRA offers several water conservation programs for municipal and agricultural water customers. Municipal water conservation programs at LCRA focus on providing education, technical assistance and customer service to retail and wholesale customers.
In the mid-1980s LCRA began developing its system of natural science laboratories and centers. More than 3,380 acres in the LCRA parks and open space system are in natural science centers. Cooper Farm was the original, with an emphasis on educating landowners on providing for wildlife habitat in a traditionally agricultural area. The newer centers focus on educating youth and adults about the environment. Visitation to these centers was over 25,335 people in 2005.
For the first time, the Lone Star Land Steward program is recognizing the efforts of a residential developer/builder. The Woodson Place is a model conservation development integrating native plant wildscaping practices with residential building. It is a unique neighborhood of 38 half-acre home sites on 66 acres in Rains County, with 39 acres set aside as open space with hiking trails, meadows, woodlands and a small lake.
The development goal is to reduce the neighborhood's ecological footprint by clustering groups of homes to preserve significant, contiguous open spaces, enhancing sustainability through water conservation and energy efficient practices. The project's model home earned a top, 5-star rating from the City of Austin Green Building Program.
Habitat enhancement regimes include water development, fire ant control, erosion control, bird nesting structures, tree snag preservation and wildflower planting. When the project was initiated in 1999, the property had been severely overgrazed. A native prairie restoration effort consisting of wildflower seed plantings, as well as the first controlled burn in 2007, has helped the land recover dramatically. Each lot buyer gets six hours of free consulting with a landscape architect who specializes in native plant wildscaping.
By demonstrating how residential development and conservation can co-exist, The Woodson Place is part of an important emerging trend in the state to shape new thinking and approaches at a time when suburban sprawl and rural land fragmentation are causing an escalating loss of open space.
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Changes in Mitochondrial Uncoupling Protein 2 (UCP2) Messenger RNA(mRNA) in Type 2 Diabetes (T2DM) Patients (Diabetes)
The recruitment status of this study is unknown. The completion date has passed and the status has not been verified in more than two years.
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Many patients with Diabetes find difficulties in achieving glycemic control. Hemoglobin A1c(HgBA1c) is used as a marker for glycemic control. UCP2 is affected by high glucose levels, high free fatty acids and high oxidative stress.
The investigators intend to learn about the changes in UCP2 along the process of reaching glycemic control.
|Procedure: Blood withdrawal
|Study Type:
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|Observational Model: Case-Only
Time Perspective: Prospective
|Official Title:
|Changes in UCP2 mRNA in T2DM Patients
Further study details as provided by Tel-Aviv Sourasky Medical Center:
Primary Outcome Measures:
- Levels of gene expression for UCP2 (RQ) [ Time Frame: 6 months ]Checking UCP2 levels compared to HgBA1c
Secondary Outcome Measures:
- Improved metabolic state [ Time Frame: 6 months ]Glycemic control (glucose level and HgA1c), levels of free reactive oxygen species (ROS) and non-esterified fatty acids (NEFAs).
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Whole blood for UCP2 mRNA
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|January 2013
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|January 2014 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
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Diabetic patients
Un balanced diabetic patients
Procedure: Blood withdrawal
This is the only intervention that is part of the study. A family physician or other physician will be responsible of the diabetic treatment (common treatment, e.g Metformin).
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Exclusion Criteria:
- No current infection.
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Rudofsky G Jr, Schroedter A, Schlotterer A, Voron'ko OE, Schlimme M, Tafel J, Isermann BH, Humpert PM, Morcos M, Bierhaus A, Nawroth PP, Hamann A. Functional polymorphisms of UCP2 and UCP3 are associated with a reduced prevalence of diabetic neuropathy in patients with type 1 diabetes. Diabetes Care. 2006 Jan;29(1):89-94.
Dulloo AG, Samec S. Uncoupling proteins: their roles in adaptive thermogenesis and substrate metabolism reconsidered. Br J Nutr. 2001 Aug;86(2):123-39. Review.
Schrauwen P, Hesselink M. UCP2 and UCP3 in muscle controlling body metabolism. J Exp Biol. 2002 Aug;205(Pt 15):2275-85. Review.
Rendel M. Advances in diabetes for the millennium: nutritional therapy of type 2 diabetes. MedGenMed. 2004 Sep 1;6(3 Suppl):10. Review.
Krauss S, Zhang CY, Lowell BB. The mitochondrial uncoupling-protein homologues. Nat Rev Mol Cell Biol. 2005 Mar;6(3):248-61. Review.
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Mitochondrial uncoupling protein 2
Uncoupling Agents
Enzyme Inhibitors
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The Effects of LY2409021 on the Liver
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For Nick Mascari, 32, produce is a family passion, and he's no stranger to the hard work that success in this industry requires. In fact, since he was a young boy he has witnessed the dedication it took to build Indianapolis Fruit Co. Inc., Indianapolis.
"Just watching my father, uncle and great uncle has been an inspiration," Mascari said. "When I was young, my dad would take me into work with him at 5 in the morning sometimes."
It is clear Mascari is proud of the legacy his family started.
"They'd work all hours of the day and night building the company and still have time for family. That has definitely rubbed off on me."
However, Mascari didn't immediately join the family business. He spent a few years traveling around the country working for Dole Fresh Fruit, Westlake Village, Calif., and Chiquita Fresh North America, Charlotte, N.C., before returning to his roots as a member of the fourth generation participating in the family company.
Now he's in charge of new business development and the organic buyer for Indianapolis Fruit. In this role, he's played an instrumental role in growing the organic side of the business and helping the company continue to see growth and develop new business even during the recession.
He said he's thankful for the opportunities and experiences he's been able to learn from so far in his career. He's also proud that his recognition helps bring attention to the family company.
Some of those experiences include serving as a panelist for the 2011 United Fresh wholesaler-distributor super session and being selected for the United Fresh Leadership Class of 2010-11, as well as the Frieda Rapoport Caplan Family Business Scholarship, which allowed him to attend the Washington Public Policy Conference in 2009.
Lisa Strube, director of finance for Strube Celery & Vegetable Co., Chicago, first met Mascari at that event and was instantly impressed with his knowledge and interest in the industry.
"He thinks outside the box and is always learning and improving himself. He just has a great grasp of the industry, especially with a strong side in marketing," Strube said.
Mascari is now pursuing his master's degree in business administration at Ball State University, Muncie, Ind.
He hopes to expand his involvement with industry boards in the coming years.
"I've always had a love for politics, and this brings the two together. It's important because it's our future," he said.
Other future plans are to continue to develop as a leader in the industry and within Indianapolis Fruit, eventually stepping into his father's footsteps as the president of the company.
"I want to work my way up and contribute more. It's going to be a lot of hard work, but I'm up for the challenge," he said.


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My name is Rodrigo Farnham and I am an APS minority scholarship recipient.
I was born in Brazil and lived there until I was 11. I lived one year in Mexico and four in Erie, Pennsylvania. Currently I live in Slidell, Louisiana. I want to major in Physics and Math, and perhaps Electromechanical Engineering. I intend to pursue a PhD in Physics or Math. When I was younger, my parents gave me science books. These books sparked my interest in physics. Later, seeing the great accomplishments achieved in space exploration, I knew I wanted to contribute. After getting a PhD, I want to conduct research in theoretical propulsion-- such as the one suggested by Miguel Alcubierre--or in Numerical Relativity.
Outside of school, I enjoy playing the violin and chess. I would like to attain a master title or beyond in chess. I'm also interested in programming because of its applications in other fields and for the sake of problem solving in itself.


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Discussion in 'Mustang Sound & Shine All' started by snowman23, Mar 21, 2011.
That is the most common solution in the industry
*kills fiveoh*
But guess what? I just got a phone call informing me that I got the job.
no it isn't
Here's my Bullitt with 35% on the sides and 30% on the back:
BTW, where in CT are you located? I just moved to New Haven.
Sweet Bullitt
I am located in the good old All-American Valley, right up the street from you in Ansonia. PM me if you have any questions about the area. There will be a couple of local cruise nights near you come spring.
Oh sweet, thats real close. Yea, PM me when the cruises are going on and I'd love to come.
I had 35% all around on my fox
And 35 on the fronts and 20 on the rest of the Roush
Would you say that it is worth doing at 35%? I had 35% on some cars in the past, 20% on others, and even darker when I was in HS. I just don't want to waste the money getting something to light or waste it going darker and having to pull it.
BTW is that pic of your Roush in OCMD? I am there regularly in the summertime. Is that the part of MD you are from?
Both cars look awesome Steeda
Im currently located in salisbury about 30 miles from OCMD, the wicomico river is about 20 yards from my car in that pic or right behind my house. My next car will be 20% all around for sure. I have been stopped several times and have never gotten any grief over it, mostly they just talk about the car. Let me know if you come down this summer, we'll have to grab a brew. Are you coming down for the spring cruise?
Thanks Nate!
I think I'm sold... I'll have to get some 35% all the way around now. I don't care that it's illegal, I don't drive enough anyways for it to pose a problem and my windows are usually down anyways. It's kinda lame to have a lowered stang w/ nice wheels and a loud exhaust and crystal clear windows
heres another of the fox if it helps any... a little better angle
I know Salisbury, I have been to the mall and my sister went to Salisbury U for a bit. We have a place in OC so I will be there at some point over the summer (prob in August) and for the October cruise. I cannot make the spring one as I am a DJ and have a wedding that weekend.
I too am sold on tint. Now it is just the nagging questions, play it safe with 35% or go for the 20% and hope for the best... and hope that the local shops can do something with the dot matrix...
my buddies tint stops right at the dots and you cant really tell unless your right up on it.
With what %? I would think the darker the tint, the more noticeable it'd be.
i think its 5%
35% all around
that thing is clean!
That looks NICE
I called the local shop that I have used for the front windows of my past 3 SUVs. They now carry a different brand of tint which to get to 35% on the windows would be a 40% film (clearly not worth it). The next lowest is a 28% film (I think that is what they said), then 15% (too dark). Even the 28% would never pass an inspection here (which is apparently what happens if you get a ticket). I also asked about the dot matrix and they said they normally stop just below the matrix. I asked about doing the vinyl strip and they said they "probably could order something that may work".
So I now have uncertainty about the darkness due to different % being thrown in the mix and most likely have to find a different shop!


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This kit was manufacture by Classic Models Corp. of Laurel, Maryland. It consists of the engine and 4 cars. I assembeled the two shown in the photos. Three additional passenger cars are still unassembeled in the original boxes. The engine is a 12 volt powered worm drive. This is all I know about it. I have all the original boxes including the box it was shipped in to New Orleans but there are no dates. Classic Models Corp. no longer exists and I have not been able to find any other existing trains by them. HELP!!!


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My parents received these salt and pepper shakers as a wedding gift in 1955. Mom gave them to me many years ago. I have only seen one other pair of them. I'm not sure which early plastic they are. I've never used them as they are a bit racy for the dinning table! But they do hold a nice spot on the kitchen book shelf.


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Born Vincent Shrotenbach in Vienna in 1890, he initially received training on violin, but subsequently switched to trumpet when he heard its majestic sound. Although Vincent also displayed a strong aptitude for science and graduated with an engineering degree, he gave up a promising career to pursue his first love and an uncertain future as a musician. Performing under the stage name, Vincent Bach, he established musical success as he toured throughout Europe.
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Vipassanañāṇā has taught in 9th lesson--kammatthānasaṅgahavibhāga, of abhidhammatthasaṅgaha.
"I", "you", "we", "they" words are saddapaññatti refer to upādapaññatti.
"I", "you", "we", "they" upādapaññatti is ghana.
Ghana analysed by vipassanañāṇā.
So, paññattipariccheda (post of 8th) come before kammatthānasaṅgahavibhāga (9th).
Vipassanañāṇā has paccayapariggahañāṇa to be base of 3 or 7 anupassanās.
So, paccayapariccheda (pre of 8th) come before paññattipariccheda (post of 8th).
Paccayapariggahañāṇa is ñātapariññā, that meditate in groups of dhamma.
So, samuccayasaṅgahavibhāga(7th) come before paccayapariccheda(pre of 8th).
Groups of dhamma are codification (samuccaya) of paramattha.
So, citta(1st--cittasaṅgahavibhāga), cetasika(2th--cetasikasaṅgahavibhāga), citta and cetasika(3rd-5th--pakiṇṇka-vīthi-vīthimuttasaṅgahavibhāga), rūpa (pre of 6th), nibbāna (post of 6th) come before samuccayasaṅgahavibhāga(7th).
Conclusion, abhidhammatthasaṅgaha is a summary book of vipassanā-principle.


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Donor Stem Cell Transplant in Treating Patients With Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
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RATIONALE: A peripheral stem cell transplant may be able to replace blood-forming cells that were destroyed by chemotherapy or radiation therapy. Sometimes the transplanted cells from a donor can make an immune response against the body's normal cells. Giving total-body irradiation together with fludarabine, thiotepa, and antithymocyte globulin before transplant may stop this from happening.
PURPOSE: This phase II trial is studying how well a donor stem cell transplant works in treating patients with acute myeloid leukemia in remission.
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|Drug: anti-thymocyte globulin Drug: fludarabine phosphate Drug: thiotepa Procedure: biological therapy Procedure: bone marrow ablation with stem cell support Procedure: chemotherapy Procedure: non-specific immune-modulator therapy Procedure: peripheral blood stem cell transplantation Procedure: radiation therapy
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|Phase II Study of Haploidentical Allogeneic Peripheral Blood Stem Cell Transplantation in Patients With High-Risk Acute Myeloid Leukemia in First Remission
- Determine the safety and antileukemia activity of haploidentical allogeneic peripheral blood stem cell transplantation in patients with high-risk acute myeloid leukemia in first remission.
- Determine the early treatment-related mortality (before day 100) of patients treated with this regimen.
- Determine the incidence of acute graft-versus-host disease in patients treated with this regimen.
- Determine the incidence of graft failure in patients treated with this regimen.
- Correlate a mismatch in the expression of the natural killer cell inhibitory receptors CD158a and CD158b with engraftment and disease recurrence in patients treated with this regimen.
OUTLINE: This is a multicenter study.
Patients receive a preparative regimen comprising total-body irradiation twice on day –8; fludarabine IV over 30 minutes on days –7 to –3; thiotepa IV over 2 hours twice on day –7; and antithymocyte globulin IV over 4-6 hours on days –5 to –2. Patients undergo haploidentical allogeneic peripheral blood stem cell transplantation on day 0.
Patients are followed at day 100, at least monthly for 2 years, and then periodically for 3 years.
PROJECTED ACCRUAL: A total of 44 patients will be accrued for this study within 2.2 years.
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|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
- Morphologically confirmed acute myeloid leukemia of 1 of the following subtypes:
- Acute myeloblastic leukemia (M0, M1, M2)
- Acute myelomonocytic leukemia (M4)
- Acute monocytic leukemia (M5)
- Acute erythroleukemia (M6)
- Acute megakaryocytic leukemia (M7)
- Must have 1 of the following karyotypic abnormalities at the time of diagnosis:
- Complex cytogenetic abnormalities (≥ 3 cytogenetic clones)
- Abnormalities of chromosome 5 [-5 or del(5q)]
- Abnormalities of the long (q) arm of chromosome 3, 9, 11, 20, or 21
- Abnormalities of the short (p) arm of chromosome 17, monosomy 7, t(9;22), or t(6;9) (8)
- In morphologic first complete remission*, as evidenced by all of the following for ≥ 4 weeks before study entry:
- Absolute neutrophil count > 1,000/mm^3
- Platelet count > 100,000/mm^3
- Leukemic blasts not present in the peripheral blood
- Cellularity of bone marrow biopsy > 20% with maturation of all cell lines
- Less than 5% blasts by bone marrow biopsy
- No extramedullary leukemia, such as CNS or soft tissue involvement NOTE: *Reduced hemoglobin concentration or hematocrit has no bearing on remission status
- Haploidentical (3/6 or 4/6 antigen matched [A, B, and DR]) family donor available
- 18 to 59
Performance status
Life expectancy
- Not specified
- See Disease Characteristics
- Bilirubin ≤ 2.0 mg/dL
- AST < 2 times upper limit of normal
- Creatinine ≤ 1.5 mg/dL
- Ejection fraction > 40% by MUGA or echocardiogram
- None of the following within the past 3 months:
- Myocardial infarction
- Significant congestive heart failure
- Significant cardiac arrhythmia
- FEV_1 and DLCO > 50% of predicted
- HIV negative
- No active or unresolved infection
- No evidence of invasive fungal infection (e.g., positive blood or deep tissue cultures or stains)
- Not pregnant or nursing
- Negative pregnancy test
- Fertile patients must use effective contraception
- No organ damage
- No other medical problem that would preclude study participation
- No other currently active tumor that would likely interfere with study treatment or that would likely compromise the patient's morbidity or mortality
Biologic therapy
- No concurrent routine use of filgrastim (G-CSF) or sargramostim (GM-CSF) to accelerate hematopoietic recovery post-transplantation
- More than 4 weeks since prior chemotherapy
Endocrine therapy
- Not specified
- More than 4 weeks since prior radiotherapy
- Not specified
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT00101140
|Study Chair:
|Mark R. Litzow, MD
|Mayo Clinic
|Jacob M. Rowe, MD
|Rambam Health Care Campus
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT00101140 History of Changes
|Other Study ID Numbers:
|Study First Received:
|January 7, 2005
|Last Updated:
|July 6, 2006
Keywords provided by National Cancer Institute (NCI):
adult erythroleukemia (M6a)
adult acute megakaryoblastic leukemia (M7)
adult acute minimally differentiated myeloid leukemia (M0)
adult acute monocytic leukemia (M5b)
adult acute myeloblastic leukemia with maturation (M2)
adult acute myeloblastic leukemia without maturation (M1)
adult acute myeloid leukemia in remission
adult acute myeloid leukemia with 11q23 (MLL) abnormalities
adult acute myeloid leukemia with inv(16)(p13;q22)
adult acute myeloid leukemia with t(16;16)(p13;q22)
adult acute myeloid leukemia with t(8;21)(q22;q22)
adult acute myelomonocytic leukemia (M4)
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Leukemia, Myeloid
Leukemia, Myeloid, Acute
Leukemia, Monocytic, Acute
Leukemia, Erythroblastic, Acute
Neoplasms by Histologic Type
Myeloproliferative Disorders
Bone Marrow Diseases
Hematologic Diseases
Fludarabine phosphate
Antilymphocyte Serum
Antineoplastic Agents
Antimetabolites, Antineoplastic
Molecular Mechanisms of Pharmacological Action
Immunosuppressive Agents
Immunologic Factors
Physiological Effects of Drugs
Antineoplastic Agents, Alkylating
Alkylating Agents
Myeloablative Agonists
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on September 21, 2017


text: I often hear that kidney pain is not a symptom of Lupus Nephritis, however its something that has varied through me since I first had Lupus which leaves me a tad confused. Has anyone else with LN had kidney pain? Even in the past when ive had good results and no inflamation ive had some slight pain. There are some urinary tract infections that can cause kidney pain which is treated by antibiodicts, however could a urinary tract infection last for years if untreated? Just so confused and any knowledge on the topic would be appreciated.


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PEOPLE in Worcestershire with mental health problems are being helped back into work.
The Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust – which provides mental health services throughout the county – spoke at a business expo at Malvern's Three Counties Showground last week, telling employers about the benefits of taking on someone with a mental illness.
Representatives from the trust spoke about its Individual Placement and Support scheme – which helps people with mental health problems back into work while also providing employers with support – at the event on Wednesday, March 5 run by the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce.
The scheme has helped people get jobs in sectors including catering, teaching and engineering and has been accredited as one of only 13 National Centres of Excellence by the Centre for Mental Health.
Pete Jordan manages the programme and described it as: "like a recruitment agency without the fees which has a host of dedicated and motivated employees who are ready for work".
"Many of the people we work with have previously held down good jobs and then started to have mental health difficulties," he said.
"What we do now is to have an employment worker based in each of our mental health teams.
"They work alongside the clinical staff to help rebuild people's confidence and target potential employers, as most jobs are not actually advertised.
"Once we have placed somebody within a job we also provide on-going support to both the employer and the employee to ensure that everything runs smoothly and both parties are able to see the benefits."
Employers can find out more about the scheme by calling 01905 734 546 or emailing firstname.lastname@example.com


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It ain't easy being green.
So much is expected of freshmen entering college basketball, especially after a freshman-dominated squad led Kentucky to the 2012 NCAA championship. But most first-year players must learn basic principles of the game, how to practice and train hard, how to balance the demands of competition and travel with classwork, even how to eat.
Here's a look at how 10 prominent frosh have fared this season.
Five freshmen who've changed their program
1. Shabazz Muhammad, small forward, UCLA
The Bruins have not been perfect with Muhammad in the lineup. In fact, they lost three of the first five games he played: to Georgetown, San Diego State and Cal Poly.
Muhammad was, at the time he became eligible to compete, coming off a severe shoulder injury that limited his preseason practice time and a three-game NCAA suspension. So maybe he wouldn't have been ready to help by late November, anyway. Since the Cal Poly upset, however, he has averaged 19.6 points and 47.9 percent shooting. And the Bruins have won 10 in a row, including a 5-0 Pac-12 start.
2. Dominic Artis, point guard, Oregon
Once committed to UCLA, Artis changed his mind before signing and instead chose the Ducks. That's a huge part of why they'll visit Pauley Pavilion on Saturday as a leading contender for the Pac-12 title.
Artis has scored in double-figures in every conference game. He produced multiple assists in every game he has played as a collegian and managed six in Thursday night's escape at Southern California. He's also starting to make shots: 9-of-17 on 3-pointers over the past five games.
3. Chris Obekpa, center, St. John's
The interesting thing about Obekpa's excellence is that he ranks among the least-hyped prospects among the coach Steve Lavin's many recruiting successes. Obekpa was the consensus No. 69 player in his recruiting class, compared to teammates such as Sir'Dominic Pointer (35), Jakarr Sampson (40) and D'Angelo Harrison (47).
Perhaps it's not hard to understand Obekpa's ranking given that he's 6-9 and averaging 4 points while shooting 40.8 percent from the field. That gives you an idea what the concerns were. But he already downs the school single-season record for blocks. He averages 4.9 per game. He was essential in the Red Storm's upset win at Cincinnati, which had to hurt the Bearcats since they were the team SJU beat to land him.
4. Georges Niang, power forward, Iowa State
He can't jump, isn't fast, isn't athletic, as they say. And all of those qualities were magnified during his time playing summer ball alongside Kentucky's Nerlens Noel with Massachusetts-based BABC. Iowa State's Fred Hoiberg was smart enough to see through all that and focus on the fact Niang can play.
The consensus No. 71 prospect in his class – props to ESPN's Dave Telep, who ranked him highest at 56 – Niang uses his skill and intelligence to defeat the high-flyers. He averages 11.3 points and 5.1 rebounds. He shoots well enough that defenders have to honor his 3-point attempts. Synergy Sports Technologies ranks him "excellent" in four of the five categories that represent the vast majority of his touches, including post-ups and spot-up shooting. He does need to be careful with his fouling, an issue in two of three league games.
5. Glenn Robinson, power forward, Michigan
It has surprised many, including us, to see Robinson's classmate, Nik Stauskas, outscoring him. Stauskas' production has helped make the Wolverines great, but perhaps even more important is how Robinson's ability to handle himself along the baseline enhances the team's offense.
Robinson is 6-6, 210 pounds, but leads the team in rebounds and defends opposing power forwards. Against Minnesota, that meant veteran Rodney Williams, who went 4-of-12 for 11 points. Ohio State star Deshaun Thomas got 20, but on 18 shots. Iowa's Aaron White? Six points. Because Robinson acquits himself well in these matchups, Michigan is able to field four perimeter scorers: Trey Burke, Tim Hardaway, Stauskas and Robinson. That is hard to guard, especially when the Wolverines can get into transition. It's one reason they're the most efficient offensive team in college basketball.
Five freshmen who need to change
1. Alex Poythress, small forward, Kentucky
It's possible there's no position where the transition from high school to college is more complex than small forward. Those who manage it well more often than not will be third guards, shooters in the 6-4 or 6-5 range like Michigan's Nik Stauskas or Duke's Rasheed Sulaimon. Bigger players who'd otherwise fit the position often excel by playing power forward, as with Michigan's Glenn Robinson. Poythress, in that sense, is a victim of circumstance.
The Wildcats have had freshman Willie Cauley-Stein and sophomore Kyle Wiltjer at power forward, but no obvious answer at the "3" spot – other than Poythress. UK has tried to help by running 6-7, 239-pound Poythress on post-ups against the many smaller defenders he faces, but he hasn't shown a comfort level there or an eagerness to embrace those opportunities. A general lack of intensity has been evident in Poythress from early in practice, and it has frustrated his coaches. If only he'd play hard, the mistakes that come from struggling with his role might be overlooked.
2. Ryan Arcidiacono, point guard, Villanova
It's impossible not to love the spirit in his game, the confidence, the swagger. (Yes, there is a second syllable to that word). He is a prolific shooter for someone in charge of his team's offense, though he has been judicious enough to limit his shot attempts on those nights when they're not falling, which is admirable, as well. You won't find any 4-of-5s stat lines with him; if he's that hot, it's going up more.
But even though Villanova always has preferred a quicker game, he has to go deeper into the offense more often than he does. While playing 33 minutes per game he only has topped five assists three times, and none since November. He has a chance to be a terrific player but has to make defenders work harder.
3. Steven Adams, center, Pitt
Perhaps it's wrong to list him in this category, because the changes that needed to occur from his early season play have begun to emerge since the Panthers flopped in their Big East opener at home on New Year's Eve. Adams' problem early in the season was not using his athleticism as a weapon, playing tentatively enough that it didn't matter he was far quicker, stronger, bouncier than most 7-footers.
In the past three games, he has nine blocks, a dozen rebounds and 19 points. Those numbers are not going to thrill Pitt fans who wonder why a top-5 recruit isn't producing more. But he is learning to be an inside player. Having grown up in New Zealand during the trapezoid-lane era, he naturally was not greatly exposed to the importance of low-post play. He's getting a crash course. If he continues to embrace the course he is on, Adams will be terrific.
4. Brandon Ashley, power forward, Arizona
His freshman year has been like a pogo stick: up/down, up/down. Nine points at Clemson, zero vs. Florida; nine against San Diego State, 1 against Colorado. Ashley is quick, long, agile and skilled, but he hasn't been able to find a way to consistently impact games.
Part of that is an inability to perform in the low post. He rarely does it, rarely succeeds when he does. He is terrific at turning offensive rebounds into buckets, and for someone not deployed as a perimeter shooter that ought to be a consistent source of offense for him. He's getting fewer offensive boards than 6-5 Kevin Parrom. That ought to change.
5. Tony Parker, center, UCLA
Parker illustrates the problem that comes with being the least-ready player in an exceptional recruiting class: If they're playing, how come I'm not? It's one of the reasons it's a challenge for Kentucky to recruit "program players" along with their annual one-and-done crop. Parker would not be a one-year player in anyone's system. He needs to improve his body, to play better through contact, to develop some post moves.
He admits that various injuries have slowed him, but still complains to the media he might want to transfer in the end. Parker wouldn't be hurt by spending a year working on his body and his game, but he won't be helped by surrendering.


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Advisor: Bob Stiger
Sponsoring Organization: WinchEngineer Group
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This antique straight razor is marked "The Hackett, Walther Gates HDWE Co St. Paul MINN". That hardware store existed from 1902-1912. The handle has a design on both sides. One of the sides has an owl on it. It measures approximately 6 1/8" (15.6 cm) long when closed & 9 5/8" (24.4 cm) long when open.


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Saturday, September 23, 2017
Pulmonary Fibrosis
C2 retainer- rare case
Question: My father is a C2 retainer. He had a car accident four years ago and his ribs were broken and placed up near his heart. He has also been exposed to many harmful chemicals within the last 20 years. He is now on a v pap to help him breath as his right heart is not working very well and his lung walls wont expand. We have been told many different things but all end in him not having very long. Is there anything we should be checking into that we may have overlooked that would help? Why do C2 retainers not have long when the machine works for them? Is it that rare to be awake and functioning with blood gases of 82?
I may need a bit more information to answer the question completely.
Patients can retain CO2 (carbon dioxide) for a variety of reasons. A normal CO2 level is 40 and if his level is 87, then that is very high, indeed. Some of the common causes of a high CO2 include emphysema, obesity with sleep apnea, hypothyroidism (low levels of thyroid hormone), and restrictive lung disease due to spine or rib abnormalities. The first step is to determine the cause of the high carbon dioxide level.
BiPAP is a device that is used to help the breathing muscles work stronger in order to get rid of carbon dioxide that builds up in the blood stream. As far as how the high carbon dioxide level affects a person, it really depends on how rapidly the carbon dioxide level rises. A normal person who has a sudden rise in their carbon dioxide from 40 to 60 in a few hours will be more severely affected than a person who has a slow rise in the carbon dioxide level to 87 over many months or years. Nevertheless, 87 is quite high and indicates fairly severe lung disease.
When BiPAP no longer provides satisfactory control, one option for some patients can be a permanent tracheostomy and mechanical ventilator. This is a fairly drastic measure for many patients and may not even be an option for some patients.
James N Allen, Jr, MD
Clinical Professor of Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine
College of Medicine
The Ohio State University


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Tony Abbott says people migrating to Australia must "join our team" as he urges Muslim community leaders to back his proposed anti-terror laws.
The prime minister met with community leaders in Sydney on Monday, trying to sell sweeping new counter-terrorism powers aimed at stopping Australian militants fighting overseas.
The government is facing a backlash from Islamic groups, who fear they will be unfairly targeted by the new laws.
Mr Abbott says Australia faces a serious threat from radicals who travel overseas to fight with terror groups in Syria and Iraq and then become "militarised and brutalised" by the experience.
Speaking shortly before the meeting, Mr Abbott said his main message to Islamic leaders would be to highlight the importance for everyone to be on "Team Australia".
"Everyone has got to put this country, its interests, its values and its people first," he told Macquarie Radio.
"You don't migrate to this country unless you want to join our team, and that's the point I will be stressing."
Islamic Friendship Association spokesman Keysar Trad, who was at the meeting, said it was a good opportunity to voice concerns about the planned laws.
"The prime minister did ask for support for his proposed counter-terrorism measures," he told AAP.
"But the overwhelming sentiment at the table was that we need to see the details.
"Of course, we all support Australia's national security and we want to safeguard Australia's national security. But by the same token, we don't want laws that take away basic human rights and basic human freedoms."
Earlier in the day, Mr Abbott hosted a "multicultural media conference", which was not open to most representatives from the mainstream press, including AAP, Fairfax Media and the ABC.
Mr Abbott said it was in the "absolute interests" of every community to "expose and to counter any potential for home-grown terrorism".
"Because if there is one thing that could damage the rich and strong social fabric of our country, it would be a mass casualty event," he told the forum.
Mr Abbott said he was concerned that the 150 Australians involved in conflicts in Syria and Iraq may bring their radicalised view of Islam back to Australia.
"The last thing we should be is complacent about this," Mr Abbott said.
"We've been successful up until now in identifying and preventing potential terrorism.
"I pray to God that we continue to be successful in this very important (area)."
He was also asked about reports that shops in Sydney's southwest were flying Islamic State flags despite the group being listed as a terrorist organisation.
"I don't know what the legal position is, but frankly, the only flag that should be flying is the Australian national flag," he said.
"If people want to fly other flags - a corporate flag for instance - fine, but the Australian national flag should always be part of it."
A group of 14 Muslim organisations who were at the meeting released a statement outlining key issues that were discussed with the prime minister.
The statement noted the Muslim community had a "vested interest" in Australia's ongoing safety and security.
But it also stressed there was community concern about the "language and rhetoric that has been used in relation to security in the light of the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East".
"Concern was expressed about the continuing use of divisive language when the majority of the Muslim community is Australian born and raised," the statement read.
Dr Ibrahim Abu Mohamed, the Mufti of Australia, said "safeguarding and protecting Australia's safety and security is part of our creed".
He added that it was "important to preserve the value of freedom while maintaining the country's security".


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Hey everyone,
I just started playing about a month ago and currently have 6 discs. I have a couple I bought on impulse without research so I want to rebuild my bag.
I throw RHBH and currently in the 200-250 rannge. Looking for suggestions on what to add or remove to my beginner bag so I can learn the sport better.
In Bag:
168g - Pro-D Surge (Impulse buy, I never throw it)
175g - Star Leopard (Another impulse buy, it's an X-out)
168g - E Sabre (my go to driver)
167g - DX Stingray (just got it, haven't really used it much)
170g - DX Shark (pretty beat, I let all my friends who haven't played use it, so it's always being thrown into trees and metal posts lol)
169g - Pro-D Banger GT


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ATLANTA -- Georgia Tech has signed guard Solomon Poole, the younger brother of Yellow Jackets sophomore Stacey Poole Jr.
Coach Brian Gregory says Georgia Tech also signed 6-foot-8 small forward Quinton Stephens of Atlanta on Wednesday, the first day of the early signing period.
Poole, a point guard, is rated as the nation's 14th-best high school player by Rivals. He averaged 21 points per game last season at Terry Parker High School in Jacksonville. Stacey Poole Jr., a transfer from Kentucky, becomes eligible at Georgia Tech after fall semester.
Stacey Poole Sr. is a former University of Florida standout.
Stephens, from The Marist School, averaged 18.9 points and six rebounds last season at Marist. His father, Bob, played at Drexel.


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The author of 'The Reluctant Fundamentalist' turns a jaundiced eye on the United States.
This is the latest installment of a series of podcasts entitled Another Pakistan, a co-production of the Asia Society and the Watson Institute at Brown University. Click here to learn more. Scroll to the end of this post to listen to the podcast.
Ayesha Jalal revisits the work of Manto (1912-1955), one of Pakistan's greatest writers, and finds it almost disturbingly relevant today.
For historian Ayesha Jalal, Pakistan's present woes are inseparable from the trauma of its birth.
An Islamabad rapper sees himself as representing the lighter side of Pakistan.
Against all odds, Alia Amirali is determined to revitalize Pakistan's political left.
Economist Haris Gazdar likens US-Pakistani relations to a "sleazy affair" requiring plausible deniability.
A Pakistani media mogul launches a gutsy campaign to retire official anti-India rhetoric.
In some of the oldest fishing grounds in the world, ordinary Pakistanis fight to maintain a way of life.
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Pillars of prevention: Getting to "yes" for parasite control—a roundtable discussion (Sponsored by Merial)
During a recent roundtable discussion, leading experts in the fields of veterinary parasitology, dermatology, behavior, and client communication gathered to discuss parasite control opportunities in clinical practice. The topics they discussed included:
The Veterinary State of Mind
Dr. Vande Linde: But because veterinarians play it safe and leave the decision up to the client, the client is totally confused. I've watched people's faces when doctors give them all the choices for fl ea and tick control. I feel so sorry for these clients. They can't remember what this drug does or that drug does. They don't know what to choose, so they don't make any decision at all.
Dr. Murray: So on one hand, veterinarians today feel like they don't have control of parasiticides because pet owners have so many choices outside the veterinary clinic. But on the other hand, I'm hearing that veterinarians are struggling with the choice of products that they offer and that they often leave the decision up to pet owners. It sounds like we're talking about two sides of the same coin.
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PROVIDING top-quality food at reason-able prices is the bread and butter of an expanding Basingstoke business.
Le Caffe Aroma, run by Simon Dayer and Dawn Valler of Dayer's Fine Foods, has recently set up five new deli bars for international service office provider Regus.
The new sites are in the Thames Valley, and include Regus' head office in Slough, along with other centres in Bracknell and Theale, and two in Reading "We now have 13 sites where we run Le Caffe Aroma," said Dawn.
The first deli bar, complete with its bright red branding, opened towards the end of 2010 at telecommunications company Global Crossing, now called Level 3, on Chineham Park.
Since then, several of Basingstoke's largest employers have Le Caffe Aroma deli bars, including the likes of TaylorMade-Adidas, CareFusion and TechData.
Dawn puts down the success of the brand largely to the quality of food and beverages on offer at very reasonable prices.
"Our customers who come in to buy their coffee and a sandwich know they are buying the best," explained Dawn.
"We use the best produce and offer value for money – we believe we can give a very good lunch for under £4."
Excellent customer service also plays its part. "Our staff are carefully picked and trained, so they are people who are very happy and bubbly, offering the best customer service – that is absolutely paramount," said Dawn.
On top of this, a good business model makes taking on a Le Caffe Aroma deli bar an attractive proposition for employers. As Simon explained: "It's good for companies because in effect they get a canteen in their premises for free."
He said Dayer's install equipment, food display units and a serving counter at no charge to their clients, who invariably employ more than 200 people at a site.
In return, Le Caffe Aroma operates the facility, serving employees with the likes of hot soup, baked potatoes, freshly made sandwiches, burritos and paninis, along with hot drinks and fruit juices.
Dawn is especially pleased to operate at the Regus sites.
She said: "We were up against some very big names and to finally win the contract is an honourable achievement for a small local business, however ambitious we are."
Dayer's Fine Foods' flagship restaurant at Stagoak Lane, on Chineham Park, is also growing in popularity.
Popular among workers on the business park, the restaurant has started offering an evening service every Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, offering a range of cooked foods from a surf and turf style menu, which includes ribeye steaks, gourment burgers king prawns and pasta dishes.
Simon said: "The evenings have been a success. It's been a matter of people coming in and then telling their friends. It's about getting people to think that Dayer's is more than sandwiches."