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Fairfax County Board of Supervisors to Recognize Citizens and Staff, Issue Proclamations
Fairfax County Office of Public
12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 551
Fairfax, VA 22035-0065
March 31 , 2005
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors
to Recognize Citizens and Staff, Issue Proclamations
and Adopt a Resolution
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, at its meeting on Monday, April 4, beginning at 9 a.m., will recognize the following citizens and staff for their accomplishments, issue proclamations and adopt a resolution as listed below. For more information, call 703-324-3187, TTY 711.
Urban Search and Rescue Team To Be Recognized
Team members assisted in tsunami recovery effort
The Board of Supervisors will recognize members of Virginia Task Force One, Fairfax County's Urban Search and Rescue Team, for bringing their skills, techniques and experiences to the December 26, 2004, tsunami recovery effort.
Up for the Challenge
Firefighters compete with their skills
The Fairfax County 2004 Firefighter Combat Challenge Teams will be recognized by the Board of Supervisors for competing with more than 80 teams from the United States and Canada in the World Firefighter Combat Challenge XIII held during the week of Nov. 9 - 13, 2004, in Las Vegas, Nev.
Recognition of a Valiant
Robert Mankin's selfless act
Robert Mankin, of McLean, will be recognized for his personal and selfless act of courage, without regard for his own safety, in making several attempts to rescue the victim of a fatal fire.
Small Business Week
Noting the entrepreneurial spirit
The Board of Supervisors will designate the week of April 25 - 29, 2005, as Small Business Week in Fairfax County.
Public Health Week
Encouraging residents to plan for long-term family health
The Board of Supervisors will designate the week of April 4 - 10, 2005, as Public Health Week in Fairfax County. Residents are urged to plan for the long-term health of their family members; wash their hands frequently to prevent the spread of disease; keep their homes clean, safe and healthy; and ensure that immunizations, necessary tests and physicals of family members are current.
Three Decades Promoting
Volunteer Fairfax celebrates anniversary
The Board of Supervisors will commend Volunteer Fairfax on the occasion of its 30th anniversary. Through a network of more than 700 nonprofit agencies, Volunteer Fairfax promotes resident volunteers who provide essential assistance to the success of community service organizations. In 2004, Volunteer Fairfax listed more than 4,500 volunteer opportunities, assisted more than 5,000 volunteers with direct service, provided more than 70,000 volunteer hours and contributed more than $755,000 in volunteer service to the community.
Volunteer Recognition Day
More than 150 individuals and groups to be recognized
The Board of Supervisors will designate Thursday, April 21, 2005, as 2005 Volunteer Recognition Day. More than 150 individuals and groups will be recognized on that day at the 13th annual Fairfax County Volunteer Service Awards. Desire to build a better community motivates thousands of residents in Fairfax County to volunteer their time and services to the needs of others each year.
Sign Up with Leadership Fairfax,
April 20 is Ask Me About LFI Day
The Board of Supervisors will designate Wednesday, April 20, 2005, as Ask Me About LFI Day. Leadership Fairfax, Inc. is a nonprofit organization established in 1987 to provide programs and opportunities that enhance the quality of life in Fairfax County by developing leaders at the county, state and regional level.
April is Fair Housing
Enhancing the quality of life for the community
The Board of Supervisors will designate April 2005 as Fair Housing Month in Fairfax County. This year marks the 31st anniversary of the enactment of the Fairfax County Human Rights Ordinance that provides equal housing opportunities for all residents of the county regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, familial status, age or marital status.
The Curtain Rises
Applause, applause, applause
The Providence Players of Fairfax will be recognized by the Board of Supervisors for providing affordable and quality theater to Fairfax County residents and visitors. Through their art, the Providence Players demonstrate the spirit of community theater by encouraging and inviting residents in the county to participate in theatrical productions. These thespians have formed community partnerships with the James Lee Community Center Theater and the Washington Area Theater Community Honors and provided leadership based on theatrical experiences.


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How many times have shoppers been turned off, because they weren't turned on by the sales help?
Kirt Manecke of Milford has written a book for sales people that starts with the fundamental message, "Smile."
His small soft bound book is a quick read, outlining the basic principles of customer service and sales.
The book, "Smile: Sell More with Amazing Customer Service," is a customer service and sales training solution.
Manecke wanted to promote and teach the simple premise that good service is good business -- that if customers are treated well, retailers will be rewarded.
Manecke is the owner of a public relations company in Milford. He is a sales, marketing, fundraising and business development specialist with 30 years of experience.
"I launched my publishing company, Solid Press, LLC to be an information provider and help business owners, nonprofits and individuals solve customer service, sales and fundraising problems," Manecke said.
He helps companies build relationships with clients through strategic marketing and expert customer service.
"I'm an entrepreneur first, and an author second."
Manecke's interest in customer service and sales began years ago, when he co-founded an award-winning start-up, a specialty retail business in Michigan. Having worked at other businesses during college, Manecke wanted his own company to be different and better -- to train its employees in ways that would result in more sales and profits.
This desire led to the development of an extensive and innovative six-week training program for new employees, where they were introduced to techniques and had to pass a test before joining the sales floor.
The training made a huge difference, giving employees confidence and dramatically increasing customer satisfaction and sales. This program taught employees many of the skills presented in "Smile: Sell More with Amazing Customer Service."
Manecke is currently at work on two more books. The first is an advanced version of "Smile" to help individuals maximize sales. The second is a how-to manual for retail business owners to help them design and maintain a winning sales environment.
Manecke is a member of Birmingham Toastmasters. He is the chair of the Animals Asia Michigan Volunteer Group, a group devoted to supporting the nonprofit Animals Asia effort to end bear farming and rescue animals from cruelty, raise awareness and funds, and improve public policy that affects animals.
Manecke is also a strong proponent of buying local to create thriving downtowns and supports The 3/50 Project. He is also passionate about supporting local farmer's markets along with dog and cat animal rescue groups.
Manecke grew up in Farmington Hills and Orchard Lake and graduated from Eastern Michigan University.

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I got this old heavy cast iron stand along with a gumball machine some time back, it was VERY rusty. Had planned to restore them as a pair and sell them but decided to convert this base to be used as a stand for a long shaft buffer/grinder I just purchased. Had some time to kill and had this large fishtail Coke decal someone had given me so though what the heck, why not "doll-up" this stand. LOL it wont stay clean long in my shop but I like it!
I believe this stand to be made by Oak mfg (has no markings I could find), they used to make a multi-machine stand called "the oak tree" and I think that is what this is.


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Fairfax County Citizen Corps
About the Fairfax County Citizen Corps
The purpose of the Fairfax County Citizen Corps is to harness the power of every individual through education, training and volunteer service to make communities safe, stronger and better prepared to respond to the threats of terrorism, crime, public health issues and disasters of all kinds.
Citizen Corps builds on community strengths and develops action plans to involve the whole community, including local businesses.
Citizen Corps is FEMA's grassroots strategy to bring together government and community leaders to become involved in all-hazards emergency preparedness and resilience.
Citizen Corps asks you to embrace the personal responsibility to be prepared; to get training in first aid and emergency skills; and to volunteer to support local emergency responders, disaster relief, and community safety.
Working directly with the Fairfax County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue, Police and Health departments, the Fairfax County Citizen Corps Council brings together first responders and other community organizations crucial to emergency preparedness and the development of volunteer opportunities and training to meet community needs.
In addition, the Council serves as an official Fairfax County advisory
body to promote federal and state volunteer initiatives, enhance
services, facilitate the exchange of information and training, and
support partnerships. Learn more
about the Council.
The Citizen Corps
Read the latest issue of the national Citizen Corps Bulletin newsletter available from citizencorps.gov.
Core Programs
Please click on the program's logo for additional information.
Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS) provides support for the police department by incorporating volunteers so that law enforcement professionals have more time for frontline duty. VIPS includes auxiliary police officers, administrative volunteers and the Citizen's Police Academy.
Neighborhood Watch brings private citizens and law enforcement together to reduce crime and improve the quality of life in our neighborhoods. It brings to life the simple concept of neighbors watching out for neighbors. Volunteers may join an existing group or establish one in their neighborhood.
Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is a program operated by the Health Department that is composed of medical and non-medical volunteers trained to assist the community in dispensing medication during public health emergencies.
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) trains people in neighborhoods, workplaces, and schools in basic disaster response skills, such as fire suppression and search and rescue, and helps them take a more active role in emergency preparedness.
Fire Corps volunteers are trained to perform non-operational administrative duties at the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department Headquarters and at volunteer fire stations.


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Joseph Young led Houston in scoring in 2012-13, averaging 18.0 points per game. That's why the sophomore's reported transfer to Oregon is such a big deal—and could become an even bigger deal if he's allowed to play immediately.
The news, which was reported by 247Sports.com (subscription) and CBSSports.com, said Young will transfer to Oregon, which has had great success integrating transfer players into its program in recent seasons. That achievement may have played a big part into why UNLV's Mike Moser will end up there this season.
Young sought a transfer after his father, Michael, an assistant coach with the team, was reassigned within the athletic department. Michael Young refused that assignment, and that led to Joseph Young looking for somewhere else to play.
Joseph Young will seek a waiver to be immediately eligible because of his father's hardship, but it's unlikely to be granted, CBSSports.com reported. However, there is a possible precedent that could work in Young's favor. Central Michigan's Trey Ziegler transferred to Pitt and was immediately eligible after his father, the Chippewas' coach at the time, was fired.
In Young's case, however, his father wasn't fired. He willingly did not accept reassignment.
When Young is eligible, that's another high-quality transfer that Dana Altman can add to his roster.


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The Center of Prevention & Evaluation (COPE) is an outpatient research program for teenagers and young adults experiencing changes in thoughts and feelings that have led to problems in relationships, school or work. Our research focuses on the causes and course of these symptoms. Individualized treatment is provided.
COPE was developed to provide a setting for the evaluation and treatment of prodromal symptoms. These are symptoms which develop relatively early in life (from childhood to young adulthood) and which resemble symptoms found in some psychiatric disorders, but occur in individuals who do not have a definite psychiatric illness. In some individuals, these symptoms may represent the early stages of a disorder which will develop over time, while in others the symptoms seem to fade with time or remain mild, and no psychiatric illness develops.
Examples of prodromal symptoms include:
COPE has three primary goals, reflecting our dual focus on research and clinical treatment:
We believe that this work will help in the development of more specific and targeted treatments to reduce prodromal symptoms and to prevent the development of psychiatric disorders in those individuals at highest risk.
While working to understand the meaning of prodromal symptoms, the clinicians at COPE (psychiatrists and psychologists) will provide a range of treatment options for individuals who are appropriate for and desiring of treatment. Depending upon individual need, these can include:
We recognize that changes in thoughts and feelings can be very confusing and even frightening. Our research clinic provides an opportunity for young people and their families to discuss these problems with mental health professionals and learn how to handle these upsetting changes.
All clinical services (with the exception of any medications that may be prescribed) are provided for up to 2.5 years and are free of charge for participants in research.
All services are confidential.
New York State Psychiatric Institute
1051 Riverside Drive
Fourth Floor, Rooms 4800, 4804, 4808, 4817, 4818
Ragy Girgis, MD
Assistant Director
Gary Brucato, PhD
Research Coordinator
Leigh Arndt, BS
COPE Researchers and Clinicians
David Kimhy, PhD
Tiziano Colibazzi, MD
Larry Yang, PhD
You may be eligible for participation in the COPE clinic if you are between the ages of 14 and 30 and are experiencing changes in thinking and behavior which may include:
Call (646) 774-5232 for more information about the clinic and to schedule an evaluation. We may ask about your interest in the program, and problems for which you are seeking help.
All evaluations and treatment, with the exception of medication, are provided free of charge.


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Bengals coach Marvin Lewis needs surgery for torn ankle tendons
August 21, 2007
CINCINNATI (AP) -- Bengals coach Marvin Lewis will have surgery Wednesday to repair torn tendons in his left ankle.
Lewis, whose ankle has been wrapped during training camp, isn't sure how much time he'll miss because of the surgery. The team is scheduled to practice Wednesday.
Assistant head coach Paul Alexander will fill in for Lewis.
"The timing of this is not what I wanted," Lewis said in a statement. "But I've been counseled it's the best plan to ensure that I can be fully productive during the regular season."


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Lemon Cupcakes
One of hubby's coworkers, George, has been asking for Lemon cupcakes ever since I made these lemon cookies. Hubby and I both weren't huge fans of the cookies, but George LOVED them.
After the January DB challenge, I had about a cup or so of leftover lemon curd. I could have eaten it all with a spoon, but I figured I could mix them into a cupcake instead.
I used the vanilla cupcake recipe from Vegan Cupcakes Take Over the World and added about 3/4 cup of lemon curd to the batter at the end. Then I put a teaspon of lemon curd directly on top of the cooled cupcakes. Last, I topped them with cool-whip frosting with the rest of the lemon curd mixed into it. I also threw some lemon zest into the frosting for texture.
These cupcakes were great. The lemon flavor was subtle and the cool-whip frosting balanced the flavors well. The recipe made 14 cupcakes, 12 of which went to work with hubby. He reported back that George ate 4 and said that he loves me 🙂
Lemon Cupcakes – adapted from Vanilla cupcakes from Vegan Cupcakes Take over The World – makes 14
1 cup soy milk
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 Tbsp cornstarch
3/4 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup non-hydrogenated margarine, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp almond extrat, caramel extract, or more vanilla extract
Preheat oven to 350 and line muffin pan with cupcake liners.
Whisk the soy milk and vinegar in a measuring cup and set aside a few minutes to get good and curdled.
Sift the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a large bowl and mix.
In a separate large bowl, use a handheld mixer at medium speed to cream the margarine and sugar for about 2 minutes until light and fluffy, but don't beat past 2 minutes. Beat in the vanilla and other extract, if using, then alternate beating in the soy milk mixture and dry ingredients, stopping to scrape the sides of the bowl a few times.
I then folded in 3/4 cup of lemon curd.
Fill cupcake liners two-thirds of the way and bake for 20-22 minutes until done. Transfer to a cooling rack and let cool completely before frosting.
Cool-Whip frosting – not sure of the original recipe, but here's what I did:
1 tub Cool Whip
1 pkg vanilla pudding
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup lemon curd
2 tsp lemon zest
Combine pudding mix and milk and stir until mostly dissolved. Add remaining ingredients and stir until combined.
To Assemble cupcakes:
After cupcakes have cooled, scoop 1 tsp of lemon curd onto the top of each cupcake. Spread lemon curd with a knife to cover top of cupcake.
Pipe frosting on top of lemon curd.
Sprinkle with yellow sugar.
8 Responses to "Lemon Cupcakes"
i love lemon! these cupcakes look great!
Vegan Cupcaks Take Over the World are one of my brother and my FAVORITE cookbooks. These look great. I love the idea of folding in lemon curd!
I am a fan of lemon after the DB challenge and putting it in a cupcake is just genius! Yummy!
Oh my gosh…these sound AMAZING! I must try them…
These look great!
Wow, my mouth is just watering looking at those!
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FEMA Disaster Recovery Center to Open in Fairfax County
Office of Public Affairs
12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 551
Fairfax, VA 22035-0065
Oct. 3, 2003
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center to Open in Fairfax County
A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Fairfax County on Oct. 6 at 10 a.m. to assist those who suffered losses and damages from Hurricane Isabel. The center will be located at:
South County Center
8350 Richmond Highway
Suite 125
Alexandria, VA 22309
The Disaster Recovery Center is expected to be open from Oct. 6 - 10. Hours of operation will be Monday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Residents of affected jurisdictions can visit any Disaster Recovery Center for assistance. Residents are reminded that they should register with FEMA prior to visiting the center.
Individuals can register with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency prior to visiting the Disaster Recovery Center by calling the toll-free number 1-800-621-FEMA (3362), TTY 1-800-462-7585. The phone lines are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. seven days a week. The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance is Nov. 17, 2003.
Representatives from FEMA, Fairfax County government, the U.S. Small Business Administration, a hazard mitigation specialist as well as voluntary organizations will be available to provide information on disaster recovery programs. Additionally, the Small Business Administration will be available to help homeowners, renters and businesses fill out applications for low-interest loans.


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EVESHAM'S Chloe Golding received her first international call-up when the West Midlands sent a team to a premier European swimming meet.
The 15-year-old was joined by five Ellesmere Titans club-mates at the Luxembourg Euro, which included competitors from Holland, Belarus, Lithuania, Switzerland, Poland, Germany, Italy, Greece and Malta.
Golding recorded five minutes 7.77 seconds in the 400m individual medley for seventh place in her division.
In the 100m backstroke, the teenager was fourth in the juniors and her time secured a place in the open finals where she managed 15th against university age girls.
Golding also came ninth in the 200m individual medley in 2.28.15.
On the third day of competition, Golding was ninth junior in the 200m backstroke in 2.24.05 and made the open finals where she improved her time to 2.23.51 for 19th.
Her final swim of the meeting came in the 50m backstroke as ninth junior in 31.62.
Ellesmere head coach Alan Bircher said: "This is the first time the swimmers have had the chance to race away from home without either their coach or the comfort of having the full quota of team-mates with them.
"They are in extremely heavy training right now with sights set firmly on the Commonwealth trials at Glasgow in April. I hope they've learnt from the experience as it will serve them well later on for international call-ups."


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Following several reports of full wine bottles spontaneously exploding in Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores, the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board is asking consumers to carefully dispose of Indigenous Selections Prosecco Brut 2013 (code 33283), 750 ml.
Consumers should not return the bottle to the store but instead dispose of it as soon as possible.
"Consumers should use caution when handling this product," said Chairman Joseph E. Brion. "While we have not had any reports from consumers who may have been affected, we want to take every precaution in order to avoid a safety issue. Those who purchased the product can contact their local Fine Wine & Good Spirits Store for a full refund."
Indigenous Selections Prosecco Brut 2013, a Chairman's Selection wine, was sold for $12.99 in approximately 180 stores starting in early June. It has been removed from all Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores. The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board is working with the vendor to determine the cause of the issue.
While the wine bottle should not be returned to the store, consumers will still be eligible for a refund. If you have questions or concerns, call 1-800-272-7522, then press 3, or email firstname.lastname@example.com.


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DO NOT BUY THIS PHONE! I just switched from the Iphone 5 to the Samsung GS4 3 weeks ago. I slipped the phone in an armband went for my first run with the GS4. The moisture sensor tripped during my run--about 4 miles in--and turned it into a brick. I contacted Samsung and they told me to pound sand. Just FYI.
Samsung Galaxy S4
That is crazy. I have gotten both of my iPhones covered in sweat and they've been ok. I wonder how the moisture got into your Samsung?
I've had the S3 and now have the Note 2. I run with it every day in an arm band and never had any issue with it. I've noticed it getting a little more wet on my longer runs since it's warmed up outside. All I do is wipe it off with a dry cloth when I get done running.
The note 2 is a pretty big phone to run with hah.
I wouldn't think that little moisture would kill the phone that fast. I have the same phone so thanks for the warning.
I am planning on making the same switch. Iphone to S4. But now you have me a little worried.
There are rumors of an "active" version of the S4. Would be water and dust proof but some of the internal specs are not as good. It would eliminate worries about moisture.
I am planning on making the same switch. Iphone to S4. But now you have me a little worried.
There are rumors of an "active" version of the S4. Would be water and dust proof but some of the internal specs are not as good. It would eliminate worries about moisture.
Same experience here!
After years with iphone, switched to S4 and after about 30 running courses sweat broke the phone.
Analysis from Samsung service: logic board and display contacts fully oxidated, out of warranty repair..........
Do not know about S4 Active version, but for me Samsung is deleted from my personal manufacturers list.
The Samsung phones are pretty good, but not nearly as robust as the iPhones. I work in IT, and comparing iPhones to other Android devices is like comparing Macbooks to cheap Dell laptops. You get what you pay for. I've been using Runmeter on an iPhone 4S with a Grantwood armband, and now a 5, and even after hour+ long runs where the back of the phone is just covered in sweat, I've never had an issue.
I personally find the whole Apple culture offensive and I'll totally admit it's a brand that appeals to narcissists, but I can't deny that their stuff is extremely well made. I'm one of those guys with an iPad and an iPhone, and I hate myself for it, but the Android stuff is just a clear tier below it build-wise.
On those occasions when I run with my phone I just wrap a layer of clingy wrap around it which seems to sufficiently sweat/water proof it. (I also have a very thin "drop-proof" cover around the phone.) I carry it in a Flip Belt instead of an armband. I don't use it when I'm running; just have it along for emergencies.
Interesting. Did you have your phone in any kind of case besides the armband? Wonder if there is any difference between the S3 and S4. Both have removable back covers. I run with an S3 in an armband and have never had an issue (including running in the rain). I don't remove my Seidio case from the phone before putting it in the armband. Maybe that makes a difference.
Thanks for the heads up. I love my iPhone 4S but am thinking ahead to what I'll get next. What I don't like about all the new Android phones (and the new iPhones!) is that they are all too big to run with. Anyone know of any good smaller Android phones?
I am the same way, I don't understand the sudden fascination with making phones so big. If I wanted a big phone I'd break out my old Motorla flip phone. I'm due for an upgrade and may go with the iPhone 5 just because it is smaller than most of the Androids. I did see the new Droids are coming out and there is a Droid Mini, but I haven't seen too much about it yet.
iPhones are not immune. My husband just killed his iphone during the first time he ran with it on the treadmill. Normally, we put our phones in plastic ziploc baggies to run, but this time he was just going for a 20 minute treadmill run so he tucked it into the waistband of his shorts. Killed it. And he doesn't sweat THAT much.
I put my phone (first my old iphone and now my samsung galaxy) in a ziploc baggie - works great. I can still use the touch screen through the plastic but the phone is completely protected from moisture. I do not use my phone for music, though (I have a cheapy mp3 player for that) -- I'm not sure how the ziploc would work with a headphone cord.
It's not sealed so you won't want to wear it while it's raining, but I've used it (and the previous 4S version) for 18 months and I've had no issues with sweat. It's expensive for what it is, but they will replace the cloth band for free if it doesn't fit or gets too funky for use.
I have the S4 and use an armband by armpocket which is fully enclosed so no moisture gets in. I've even been caught in an afternoon storm and my phone was still dry. Check it out http://www.armpocket.com/
Ziploc bag works pretty good. Carry an extra in case you tear the one you are using.
My S4 has been fine is a neoprene case so far and I sweat a lot.
I'm not very high-end about phones, I use my simple but smart LG Optimus heavily though. I have a drop proof case on it and use it in a Nathan Phantom pak when I run. Never have had any problems with it. I also had a Samsung for a very long time, before the LG. I worked in IT for a long time, and was not expecting that Samsung to last or to work very well. I was entirely wrong, and the phone changed how I think of Samsung.
I love the power and flexibility of Android, I would not have an iPhone at all.
This is a valid concern, I don't sweat that much even after running my ass off and still my S4 started to act a little twacked out after using it in the Belkin armband. The problem with the Active is that the regular S4 barely fits into the armband with the factory case so the Active isn't really an option unless they make new armbands. An additional problem that really bugs me is I've noticed my S4 case gets really gritty/dirty which I imagine is the result of salty sweat deposits. So yeah, something needs to go between the band and the case so solve both problems. Thx guys.
Actually, I think the easiest solution would be just to wear the armband over a t-shirt or a long sleeve but that doesn't solve the problem for people like myself who like to wear tank tops. Or just wipe down the back with a hand towel here and there.
I use a waterproof Lifeproof fre case on mine.
Although thin, still made it more difficult to find an armsleeve that fits, so I bought a Flipbelt.
My son recently switched from an iphone to the new Samsung S5. I have serious camera envy, but that's about it for me. (I have an iphone).
He was doing yardwork the other day and sweating rather profusely. His Samsung was in his pocket and it started doing wacky things from the moisture. It sent random texts and called random people. It actually called me and I answered of course. I wasn't sure what I was hearing (phone in pocket, etc.), so I hung up and called him back and the phone answered me. Then I called again and it sent me a text, "I'm in the movie theater". LOL! We've had a laugh about the whole thing, but bottom line, moisture and Samsungs do NOT mix well.
Love my Galaxy S4 but so frustrated with it lately. Always wear my phone in a neoprene armband when I run. Have been sweating a lil more with the higher temps and humidity here in WV but the phone has been protected. Although with the small amt of condensation my charging port was completely fried and had to be replaced. Two days ago after a short run, it began acting crazy. It was saying my headphones were in place when they were not. The different volume levels on things were going up and down on their own. Safe to say, even though I love the Galaxy, I will not be purchasing another one. Just way too fragile.
This past weekend I was hosing out rain gutters on our house and got a lot of splatter on the phone before I noticed it getting wet, so I wiped it off on my shirt and set the phone aside, no issues with the phone at all.
Can't say it won't go bonk/brick due to moisture and water exposure but so far all is well with my Samsung S4.
As always though, your mileage may vary.
I've had both IP5 and S4 but always use waterproof case like LifeProof or Incipio (prefer Incipio for the glass vs plastic front). TuneBelt makes an armband that fits either phone with the case.


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Peirce and Hill have led the charge for academic excellence. Their opponents, Jehl and Davis, received financial support from the local tea party. Neither has participated in any of the numerous FWCS board workshops held over the past four years nor attended a single board meeting.
Both advocate diverting public funds to support Catholic, Lutheran and Islamic schools. Their policies will reduce the number of teachers, delay needed technology and cause a cutback in the district's extracurricular activities, including sports and band.
Please help us reach our goals and academic excellence for all by returning Peirce and Hill to the FWCS board.
Mark E. GiaQuinta
FWCS board memberThere have been suggestions lately that all "good" Republicans should vote for Richard Mourdock for the Senate because he is a Republican. Former supporters of Richard Lugar should remain faithful to the party.
Party loyalty is valuable, but there are always exceptions. Indiana Rep. Robert Morris believes the Girls Scouts of America are part of a communist conspiracy. Rep. Todd Akin of Missouri running for the U.S. Senate believes that women cannot get pregnant if they are really raped. (The unspoken idea, of course, is that if a woman gets pregnant then it could not possibly have been rape).
State Rep. Jon Hubbard of Arkansas believes that slavery was a blessing for Africans since otherwise they would never have been able to come to America. (I guess the fact that so many died on the trip was just the cost of passage.)
Charlie Fuqua, formerly a member of the Arkansas House and currently running, believes the only solution to Islam in America is to deport all Muslims.
Are these people you should vote for simply because you are a Republican? In Arkansas, state party leaders and officials have denounced these two individuals and their comments, refusing to support them.
Republican leaders in Indiana distanced themselves from Morris after his attack on the Girl Scouts. Gov. Christie of New Jersey, as stalwart a Republican as one could hope for, in a national news show flatly stated that the Republican Party should not support Akin in his race.
When asked if he supported Akin, he gave a resounding NO!
The good Lord gave each of us a brain. Please use it when evaluating candidates and do not simply vote for a candidate — Republican, Democrat or other — simply because of party label when there are compelling reasons for not doing so.
James M. LutzU.S. Senate candidate Richard Mourdock perhaps made a tactical error by expressing his sincere Christian beliefs in the recent debate.
The Bible is clear on abortion. I respect Gov. Romney's opinion for approval of this drastic action in case of rape, incest or risk of a mother's life. Romney, a Mormon, has forgiven Mourdock, and I believe others will also.
Meanwhile, Rep. Joe Donnelly is striving to reignite his campaign by using this gaffe as a political tool. This man has an established record of voting for the current administration and its far left radical agenda.
Included in his many "yes" votes are for the failed massive bail-out monies and Pelosi's favorite, Obamacare, which each passing day brings forth new additional taxes and expensive costs to those who will be hurt most — those in the middle of Obama's class warfare system.
John Paul
WarrenIn all of the opinions and writing done on Obamacare, one problem (not issue) remains: What is the bill really for? All the surface problems are written about over and over again, that our health system is broken and we need to fix it. But I say it is something else.
The Dems have known that they have run up the debt so high they have to tax in some way, so they came up with this "undercover" bill called "affordable health." What? As our Supreme Court has already stated that this is a tax,and when you look at the real thing, it has a tax on everything, almost.
What is sad is that the Dems have to "cover up" the tax with such a needy problem, health care.
But you know what, people have bought it, and then five years from now they will find a way to blame the GOP for this mess and people will believe that.
This is sad that they have to do things this way.
President Obama has asked, "Who do we trust?"
Yes, who can I trust?
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REDBOOK Snack Watch: The 12 Best New Ways to Kick 4 p.m.'s Butt
Prep time: 10 minutes, plus soaking time for plank
Cooking time: 15 minutes
1 cedar plank, at least 12x6 inches (optional)
2 blood oranges (or other variety, like Cara Cara), juiced (about ⅔ cup)
2 tsp whole pink peppercorns, crushed
½ tsp kosher salt
1 small shallot, peeled, very finely minced
3 Tbsp light brown sugar
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
4 (6-oz) skinless center-cut salmon fillets (they should measure no more than 1¼ inches wide)
1. Soak cedar plank, completely submerged in water, at least 1 hour. (If you don't plan to use a plank, skip this step.)
2. In a small saucepan, combine orange juice, peppercorns, salt, shallot, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer until thick and syrupy, about 5 minutes. Let cool.
3. Lay each salmon fillet on its side and fold in half to form a teardrop shape. Secure with toothpicks.
4. Heat oven to 450°F. Place soaked cedar plank on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet. Place salmon steaks on plank, equidistant from one another. (If you are not using a plank, line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray generously with nonstick spray. Arrange salmon steaks on pan, equidistant from one another.) Slather salmon with marinade, reserving about 2 Tbsp. Roast salmon 8 to 10 minutes, basting halfway through with remaining marinade. Remove from oven and serve.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
1. Place 1½ lb scrubbed baby potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold water by 2 inches. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 10 to 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife. Drain. Halve potatoes; toss with 3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice and 1 tsp salt. Set aside.
2. While potatoes are cooking, in a medium skillet, heat 3 Tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 Tbsp mild curry powder, 1 tsp sweet paprika, a pinch of cayenne, ½ tsp salt, and ? cup raw cashews (roughly chopped) and cook, stirring, until spices are fragrant and cashews are lightly toasted, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn off heat and transfer cashews to a small bowl with a slotted spoon.
3. Add 1½ cups whole Greek yogurt into remaining spiced oil in pan; stir to combine. Scrape spiced yogurt onto potatoes, add 1 (10-oz) package frozen green peas (thawed), and stir to combine. Adjust seasoning, transfer to a serving bowl, and scatter spiced cashews on top.
Makes 4 servings.
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Prep time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: Overnight, plus 10 minutes
1 cup coarse yellow cornmeal or old-fashioned grits
4 cups cold water
1 cup low-fat milk
1 tsp kosher salt
⅛ tsp freshly ground black pepper
½ cup (1 stick) butter, divided
2 oz sliced deli ham, cut into ¼-inch strips
4 large eggs
1. In a 4-quart slow-cooker, place cornmeal, water, milk, salt, pepper, and 4 Tbsp of the butter. Cover and cook on low about 8 hours. (After 8 hours, switch slow-cooker to "keep warm" setting.)
2. In a medium skillet, melt 2 Tbsp of the butter over medium heat and cook ham until it begins to frizzle and brown, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate.
3. Heat remaining 2 Tbsp butter in the same pan over medium heat and crack 2 of the eggs into the pan. Fry eggs without flipping, until whites are set but yolks are still runny, 2 to 3 minutes. Repeat with remaining eggs.
4. Divide cooked polenta among 4 bowls and top each with an egg and frizzled ham. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Makes 4 servings.
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quote:Originally posted by JimeatsThe weather predictions for this weekend Temps are going to be in the 90s.Not sure I'd stand in any line in that heat.It may very well keep the croud down. Chow Jim


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The Texas Rangers and shortstop Elvis Andrus have agreed to an eight-year, $120 million contract extension, according to CBSSports.com.
The total value of the deal is slightly more than $131 million over 10 years, counting the two years remaining on Andrus' current deal. It should become official at some point this week. According to the Rangers' website, the deal includes an opt-out clause that Andrus can exercise after the 2018 season.
Andrus, 24, already has played four full seasons in the majors and is a two-time All-Star. In that span, he has hit .275/.342/.353 with 14 homers, 197 RBIs, 123 stolen bases and 23 triples. In 2012, he hit .286/.349/.378 with three homers, 62 RBIs, 21 stolen bases and 85 runs.
Other recent extensions: Verlander | Posey | Wainwright | Goldschmidt
With Andrus, who was the subject of several trade rumors during the offseason, now locked up, top prospect Jurickson Profar likely will play second base once he is promoted. Profar has played primarily shortstop in the minors but has played some second base there, as well as in the majors during his late-season call-up in 2012. Profar will begin this season at Class AAA.
Ian Kinsler, who has been the Rangers' starting second baseman since 2006, could move to first base or could be traded in the future to make room for Profar. Similarly, Profar could be used as trade bait.


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Bergman joins long list of Rockies' wounded
DENVER -- Not to be harsh, but it didn't take long for right-handed pitcher Christian Bergman to fit in with the Rockies.
Hit by a line drive from the Brewers' Aramis Ramirez on Friday night in just his third Major League start, Bergman was sporting the latest in removable-cast technology on his left hand -- the fashion craze around the injury-plagued Rockies' clubhouse. Bergman's hand regained much of its range of motion over the last several days, and he believed he would start Wednesday afternoon against the Cardinals.
However, an MRI exam revealed a break of the trapezium bone at the heel of the hand. Now Bergman will wear the cast, which can be removed and cleaned but must immediately be put back on, for six weeks. Although it's his catching hand, hitting and fielding are risks.
"It turns out the spot where it was still sore is where it's broken," said Bergman (0-2, 7.20 ERA). "It was a surprise to me. Even after learning that, I still wanted to pitch tomorrow.
"But there's a little knob that sticks off of it, and that's where it's broken. There's a tendon that runs across that knob. If I were to do something funny and sever that tendon, that would be an even bigger problem."
When the Rockies officially place him on the disabled list Wednesday so lefty Yohan Flande can make his Major League debut, Bergman will join fellow pitchers Brett Anderson (broken left index finger) and Jordan Lyles (broken left hand), third baseman Nolan Arenado (broken left middle finger) and outfielder Carlos Gonzalez (tumor in left index finger) as Rockies on the DL with hand/finger injuries.
Not only that, but catcher Wilin Rosario missed a few starts early with left hand and wrist inflammation, and left-handed pitcher Jorge De La Rosa spends time not pitching wearing a state-of-the-art splint on his bruised left middle finger.
So Bergman is part of whatever the heck is going on around here.
"I've definitely never seen this many injuries, especially all in the same place," Bergman said. "It's just crazy."
Rockies manager Walt Weiss said, "It looked like Bergman's hand was coming around, but it turns out he has a fracture in that hand. So he will join the long list of pitchers, in particular, with broken hands. It's been strange, kind of an epidemic around here."
Thomas Harding is a reporter for MLB.com. Follow him on Twitter @harding_at_mlb. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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ALL four Swindon players competing in next week's UK Open have avoided being drawn in the preliminary round.
Dennis Smith, Johnny Haines, Mark Cox and Chris Aubrey have all been drawn to begin their campaigns in round one having successfully negotiated the qualifying campaign to make sure of their places in Minehead.
The quartet have also avoided any big names for their first round matches, starting the competition against players ranked below them in the PDC Order of Merit.
Smith, the most experienced of the four players, takes on Mark Hylton on the second stage in Minehead while Johnny Haines will battle it out with Steve Douglas.
Aubrey will take on the winner of the preliminary round contest between Carl Green and Lionel Sams while Cox's opponent is Shaun Narain.
The UK Open begins a week today running through to the final on the evening of Sunday, March 9.


text: Chevrolet Introduces the 2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel at the 2013 Chicago Auto Show February 7, 2013 11:30 AM Chevrolet introduced its first domestic diesel car in nearly 30 years during the Chicago Auto Show Media Preview: the all-new 2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel. The 2014 hits showrooms this summer, and, according to General Motors, will be the cleanest diesel passenger car GM has ever produced. Preliminary numbers indicate that Cruze Diesel will obtain an estimated 42 mpg highway EPA rating. "The Cruze is the cleanest diesel car we've ever built and offers an over boost feature that allows 10 seconds of additional boost for better acceleration," said Cristi Landy, marketing director, Chevrolet small cars. "This gives it the small-car look with the fast-car speed." Landy compared the Cruze Turbo Diesel to the Volkswagen Jetta, but stated that "it is a well-contented vehicle, and we feel that it is competitive and a value versus the Jetta." Moreover, General Motors' decision to bring the Cruze Diesel to the U.S. will create more choices for consumers searching for diesel vehicles that don't come at a premium price. The Cruze Diesel sports a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that's rated at an estimated 148 horsepower and should provide a 0 to 60 mph time of about 6.8 seconds. The engine uses an onboard urea injection system and a particulate filter to keep emissions clean. One urea tank will last about 10,000 miles, so owners don't have to sweat too much about running out. With an estimated base price of $25,696, including an $810 destination charge, the Cruze Diesel comes with a 6-speed automatic transmission, four-wheel disc brakes, 17-inch alloy wheels, rear spoiler and leather-appointed seats. Back to News


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Is a Carnitine Based Food Supplement (PorimoreTM) for Infertile Men Superior to Folate and Zinc With Regard to Pregnancy Rates in Intrauterine Insemination Cycles?
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.
Verified February 2010 by Shaare Zedek Medical Center.
Recruitment status was: Recruiting
Recruitment status was: Recruiting
Shaare Zedek Medical Center
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First received: February 24, 2010
Last updated: NA
Last verified: February 2010
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Many cases of male infertility are poorly understood and regarded as unexplained. Therefore, a etiological treatment for this condition can not be offered in most cases. A beneficial effect on sperm motility was found in trails using antioxidants such as carnitine, zinc and folic acid. However, most studies lacked a sufficient power to detect a significant effect on pregnancy rates. In this study, infertile men with abnormal sperm quality parameters will be randomized to receive either carnitine-based food supplement (Porimore) or folate and Zinc Tablets.
|Male Infertility
|Dietary Supplement: Porimore - A Carnitine based food supplement Dietary Supplement: Zinc and Folate Supplementation
|Study Type:
|Study Design:
|Allocation: Randomized
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: None (Open Label)
Primary Purpose: Treatment
Resource links provided by NLM:
Genetics Home Reference related topics: CATSPER1-related nonsyndromic male infertility Y chromosome infertility sensorineural deafness and male infertility
MedlinePlus related topics: B Vitamins Dietary Supplements Folic Acid Infertility Male Infertility
Drug Information available for: Folic acid Carnitine Levocarnitine Vitamin B ComplexU.S. FDA Resources
Further study details as provided by Shaare Zedek Medical Center:
Primary Outcome Measures:
- Pregnancy Rate [ Time Frame: 3 Insemination cycles ]proportion of women becoming pregnancy following treatment with intrauterine insemination
Secondary Outcome Measures:
- Sperm quality parameters [ Time Frame: 3 months ]
|Estimated Enrollment:
|Study Start Date:
|February 2010
|Estimated Study Completion Date:
|December 2012
|Primary Completion Date:
|February 2010 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
|Assigned Interventions
Experimental: Porimore arm
Infertile men will receive 'Porimore' tablets for a period of time in which three intrauterine insemination cycles will be performed.
Dietary Supplement: Porimore - A Carnitine based food supplement
A daily dose of 2 grams L-carnitine, 1 gr acetyl L-carnitine, 500mg Vitamin C, 400 IU vitamin E, 60 mg Q10, 30mg Zinc Picolinate, 500mcg Folic Acid, 200 Mcg Selenium, 100 MCG Vitamin B12.
|Active Comparator: Folate and Zinc
Dietary Supplement: Zinc and Folate Supplementation
500 Mcg Folic acid, 30-60 mg Zinc tablets/ day
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years to 50 Years (Adult)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- infertility
- at least one abnormal sperm quality parameter
- female age < 35
- normal ovarian reserve
Exclusion Criteria:
- known allergy to one of the food additives planned for treatment
Contacts and Locations
Choosing to participate in a study is an important personal decision. Talk with your doctor and family members or friends about deciding to join a study. To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the Contacts provided below. For general information, see Learn About Clinical Studies.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01075334
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01075334
|Contact: Avi Tsafrir, MD
|Shaare-Zedek IVF and infertility unit
|Jerusalem, Israel, 91031
|Principal Investigator: Avi Tsafrir, MD
Sponsors and Collaborators
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ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on September 21, 2017
|Responsible Party:
|Avi Tsafrir, MD, IVF Unit, Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT01075334 History of Changes
|Other Study ID Numbers:
|Study First Received:
|February 24, 2010
|Last Updated:
|February 24, 2010
Keywords provided by Shaare Zedek Medical Center:
male infertility
food supplementation
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Infertility, Male
Genital Diseases, Male
Genital Diseases, Female
Folic Acid
Vitamin B Complex
Trace Elements
Growth Substances
Physiological Effects of Drugs
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Chopping Their Way Into Stores October 2013...
He's a cop... with an axe... he's AXE COP! He's the best crime fighter the world has ever known thanks to his trusty axe, his pet T-rex, Wexter (with maching gun hands!) and a group of crime-fighting partners unlike any you've ever seen.
Axe Cop is the internet comic sensation based on a story a five year-old boy narrated to his twenty nine year old brother, who happens to be an illustrator. What began as a simple tale became an award-winning comic, and upcoming animated TV series on Fox, and now makes the leap to super cool collectible with Axe Cop 4-inch Scale Figures Series 1 from Mezco.
Series 1 contains:
* Axe Cop - The star of the show, with axe, poopsucker gun (to help him conquer Planet Poop), Uni Baby, and lemon grenade (all the explosive power of a regular grenade but with a lemony freshness).
* Dr Doo Doo - One of Axe Cop's many arch enemies, with Doo Doo soldier, and sword. Also includes clear stands to create the "hover" effect.
* Avocado Soldier - Axe Cop's metamorphosing partner, with flute, machine gun, and removable unicorn horn (for magic powers, of course).
Ethan Nicolle, the artist behind Axe Cop, says: "Mezco worked closely with us to make the toys faithful to the comics and to pick the fan favorites. Many of the toys look so much like my drawings in three dimensions it's almost spooky... I'm excited to have Mezco making Axe Cop toys because they walk a great line between toys to look at and toys to play with. Axe Cop is for kids and adults and I think Mezco nails that market with their intricate but not-too-fragile designs. "
All Mezco Axe Cop figures feature up to five points of articulation. Each figure is individually packaged in a display friendly blister package covered with Axe cop artwork.
Look for Axe Cop Series 1 and Axe Cop Deluxe Figures at Toys"R"Us and other fine retailers in October 2013.
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Meadows Foundation Gives $850,000 for Bastrop Wildfire Recovery
BASTROP – The Dallas-based Meadows Foundation is making $850,000 available to help with the recovery effort in the aftermath of the devastating Bastrop County wildfire that burned much of Bastrop State Park.
"This gift, which will be divided among six governmental and non-profit agencies, is a wonderful example of private philanthropy taking the lead in helping Texas recover from this catastrophe," said TPWD Executive Director Carter Smith. "Considering the fiscal constraints facing state government, and the large and unexpected expenses associated with the wildfire, this grant from the Meadows Foundation is particularly welcome and tremendously appreciated."
The gift will be shared among the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, the Texas Forest Service, the American Red Cross, the Salvation Army, the SPCA of Texas and the Austin Humane Society.
The wind-whipped wildfire broke out the afternoon of Sept. 4. Before finally being contained, it covered some 34,000 acres, claimed two lives and destroyed more than 1,600 residences. In addition, the fire blackened 95 percent of Bastrop State Park, destroying the roofs of two scenic overlooks built in the mid-1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It also consumed equipment and structures at the nearby regional state park headquarters, but all the other historic structures on the park were saved by parks staff and firefighters.
"We are deeply grateful to the park rangers, fire fighters, and forestry workers who risked their own safety to ensure the safety of others, to the citizens of Bastrop County who helped their neighbors get out of the fires' path, the Red Cross, Salvation Army, and the countless workers and volunteers who helped provide shelter and food to those who lost so much," said Meadows Foundation President and CEO Linda Perryman Evans. "They are the real heroes, and it is a privilege to support them in their efforts."
The Meadows Foundation reacted quickly to the fire.
"Firefighters were still putting out hotspots on the park when I received a telephone call from the foundation saying they were interested in helping us, the Texas Forest Service and other first responders," Smith said.
TPWD's share of the money will be used to replace some department-owned fire-fighting equipment lost in the fire, to replace two pickup trucks and one all-terrain vehicle destroyed in the fire and for hazard mitigation and erosion-control efforts at the state park.
A large part of the money will go to Texas Forest Service as pass through funding to volunteer fire departments not only in Bastrop area, but across the state.
"In Texas, local fire departments are the first line of defense against wildfires. Many operate on little to no money with aging, battle-worn equipment. And they are made up primarily of volunteers; men and women who have other jobs," said Tom Boggus, Director Texas Forest Service. "Every penny of the Meadows Foundation's generous gift to Texas Forest Service will see its way to our citizen responders."
As plans are being made for the disbursement of the money from the The Meadows Foundation grant, work continues to get Bastrop State Park up and running again. The majority of the campgrounds and picnic areas on the park are expected to be re-opened to the public by Dec. 1 if all the tree and brush removal progresses as planned. The cabins and refectory, which were already scheduled to be re-roofed this fall, will remain closed through February 2012.
"Efforts related to the park's recovery include removing hazardous trees, contracting for the harvest of salvageable timber and debris removal, erosion control and hiking trail cleanup," said Todd McClanahan, superintendent of Bastrop State Park. "We hope to have contractors on board within the next few weeks, which will speed up recovery efforts."
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The campaign bus from Crazyville came to town the other day and my congressman, Representative Muck Flim-Flam Schmuck, Jr., got off.
I'm proud to say that I voted for Schmuck when he first ran for congress.
Everybody says we're lucky to have that Schmuck up in congress watching out for our interest. He's the finest politician that money can buy, and believe me, I understand that lobbyists are buying all they can.
It's no secret that Washington County is undergoing a lot of change right now. There are a lot of new—and improved—things on the horizon, and that's got me thinking about what the community will look like in, say, five years.
Really, not even that long, because so many projects have already been set in motion.
Some people are gifted with beautiful solo voices to bless an audience; other singers, perhaps not quite as vocally talented, bless others with quartet voices; then there are those that bless others by not singing.
I've always thought of myself as being in that latter category.
But that's changed of late.
Let me back up.
"Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you"
- God
It always makes me laugh when I hear someone question the existence of God.
I don't get mad.
I just laugh.
Why can't they believe?
Is His existence any more inconceivable than our own?
If you do look around, you will see evidence of God in all His glory, love and wisdom.
So much of what He created brings so much pleasure to us.
I've been at The Springfield Sun for two years now, and I can say without question that I still learn something new about Washington County every single week.
Whether it's meeting an interesting new person with a story to tell or discovering a place I had no idea existed, the story of Washington County is always unfolding in front of me.
There's a surprising grace that falls our way whenever someone unexpectedly sings a beautiful song.
It was a Susan Boyle moment whenever Angela Hockensmith began her solo in our church one Sunday morning. I could sense people looking wide-eyed at each other. Like me, they were silently saying, "I didn't know she could sing like that."
"Beyond Glory is as stirring as taps at dusk."
- Wall Street Journal Review
You know I come from a family that has a long history of serving in the military.
My grandfather served in France during World War I.
My father and six uncles served in both the Pacific and European theaters during World War II. One of those uncles was captured during the Battle of Kasserine Pass in North Africa and spent the next 26 months as a prisoner of war.
We're midway through September and headed straight for October. That can only mean one thing: the festivals are on the way.
It's a unique time of year for many, but especially those of us in central Kentucky.
Events and holidays come and go throughout the year, but nothing has a community feel like a local festival.
In Springfield it's the Kentucky Crossroads Harvest Festival, while Marion County has Ham Days and Nelson County the Bourbon Festival.
The real measure of your wealth is how much you'd be worth if you lost all your money.
- Author unknown
Every so often I'm tempted to buy a lottery ticket. Especially when you see the dollar figure get up into the hundreds of millions.
The chances of winning are about as likely as getting struck by a meteor or Congress doing something useful.
Still, it's a nice little dream isn't it?
Today is the day that we all remember where we were.
I can't recall speaking to a single person who doesn't remember where they were on Sept. 11, 2001.
I was in my eighth-grade language arts class at St. Charles Middle School, watching as the news unfolded. I still remember hearing that something terrible had happened, before seeing for myself when the TV was wheeled into the room from down the hall.
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We've been so busy tracking Britney Spear's ever-growing hat collection that we barely registered that the brown-eyed star had started wearing bright blue contacts! With her divorce settlement worked out, this seems like a natural moment for Britney to try out a new look, but we are so used to seeing Britney with dark eyes that we can't decide which we like better. We want to know your opinion. Tell us: Which do you like better on Britney? Her natural brown eye color or her new baby blues?
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See the Cast of 'Dazed and Confused' Then and Now
'Dazed and Confused' was an edgy coming-of-age movie that made everyone who watched it want to throw caution to the wind, crank up some Aerosmith and party the night away. Directed by Richard Linklater, whose career runs a wide gamut from cult hits like 'Waking Life' and 'Slacker' to mainstream comedies like 'School of Rock,' 'Dazed and Confused' introduced us to a group of kids that lived on the edge. Sure, you know what Matthew McConaughey has been up to, but what about the rest? Here's what the cast has been gettin' into, man, since they definitely didn't stay the same age.
Good Samaritans Rescue Child From a Burning Building
Internet videos typically bring us one of two things — either something terrible that makes you question the meaning of life, or cats… lots of cats. Well, today we present to you an internet video that might actually make you feel like you never saw the most awkward lip sync/love tribute ever.


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Not sure if this is the best sub-forum for this question?
I've recently quit my job to go university as a mature student (studying History and Politics) and already have a few ideas for possible dissertation topics. One of these is Buddhism and Empire, particularly the interactions involving the civil servants/East India Company interpreting/translating/etc. the Buddhist culture they encountered. I've come across references on various internet sites that there was significant reciprocal reinterpretation as a result of this interaction, and am hoping that some on this forum could point me in the direction of any relevant books/sites?
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Fairfax County Joins Earth Hour Observance March 28
March 23, 2009
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Fairfax County will join with governments worldwide on March 28 for Earth Hour 2009 and shut off non-essential visible lighting outside public buildings from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. Fairfax County residents also are encouraged to participate by turning off non-essential lights at home for one hour.
"Fairfax County has long been committed to responsible, progressive environmental stewardship," said Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova. "Earth Hour 2009 not only highlights the importance of addressing climate change, but also emphasizes that simple changes in habit, such as turning off lights when leaving a room, can lead to significant reductions in carbon emissions."
Fairfax County is one of the leaders of the national Cool Counties initiative, which was launched in July 2008 in partnership with the Sierra Club, to reduce local government emissions by 80 percent by 2050. The board has implemented many projects and programs to address air quality and global climate change. Further information on the Cool Counties initiative can be found online.
Earth Hour 2009, organized by the World Wildlife Fund, will cascade around the globe as people shut off non-essential lighting visible from outside at 8:30 p.m. in every time zone.
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In Ableton Live when you hit the Space Bar it triggers the transport to start or stop. Each time you hit the Space Bar the song begins playing from the last Insert Marker. I find this very useful as you can make changes to a section and listen again to the same section quickly. But what if your playing a live show and you pause the music or you know your happy with a section you have just changed? You want the arrangement to keep playing from the location you stopped it right? Hold down shift and hit the Space Bar and presto your song keeps playing without returning to the last insert marker!
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Pharmacokinetics, Safety and Tolerability of Zavesca (Miglustat) in Patients With Infantile Onset Gangliosidosis: Single and Steady State Oral Doses
This study has been completed.
Children's Research Institute
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First received: May 2, 2008
Last updated: May 5, 2008
Last verified: July 2005
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We want to see if Zavesca (or miglustat) is safe and can be tolerated by patients with acute infantile onset GM2 gangliosidosis - classical Tay-Sachs and infantile onset Sandhoff disease. We know that miglustat inhibits the formation of GM2 ganglioside, the compound that is stored in the brains of children with Tay-Sachs and Sandhoff disease. Since it inhibits the synthesis of ganglioside, miglustat may be able to reduce or delay the onset of clinical symptoms.
|GM2 Gangliosidoses Tay-Sachs Sandhoff Disease
|Drug: Zavesca (Miglustat)
|Phase 3
|Study Type:
|Study Design:
|Allocation: Non-Randomized
Intervention Model: Single Group Assignment
Masking: None (Open Label)
Primary Purpose: Treatment
|Official Title:
|Pharmacokinetics, Safety and Tolerability of Zavesca (Miglustat) in Patients With Infantile Onset GM2 Gangliosidosis: Single and Steady State Oral Doses
Resource links provided by NLM:
Genetics Home Reference related topics: GM2-gangliosidosis, AB variant Sandhoff disease Tay-Sachs disease
MedlinePlus related topics: Tay-Sachs Disease
Drug Information available for: Miglustat
Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center resources: Gangliosidosis Tay-Sachs Disease Sandhoff Disease SphingolipidosisU.S. FDA Resources
Further study details as provided by Children's Research Institute:
Primary Outcome Measures:
- Biomarkers (level of GM2 ganglioside, chitotriosidase activity, anti-GM2 antibodies) in plasma, serum and CSF will be measured at initial visit (run-in period), Week 13, and Week 25.
Secondary Outcome Measures:
- Neurophysiologic Assessment - EEG and BEAR tests will be done at initial visit (run-in period), Week 13, and Week 25.
- Ophthalmology Assessment - comparision of the "cherry-red" macula changes will be made at initial visit (run-in period) and Week 25.
|Estimated Enrollment:
|Study Start Date:
|July 2004
|Study Completion Date:
|August 2007
|Primary Completion Date:
|August 2007 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
Specific Aims
The primary objective of the study is to investigate the pharmacokinetics of ZAVESCA® (miglustat, OGT918), when given as a single dose and at steady state, in infantile patients with GM2 gangliosidosis. The secondary objectives are to evaluate the tolerability and safety of single and multiple doses of miglustat and to monitor disease progression using physical and developmental assessments and disease-specific biomarkers.
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|6 Months to 5 Years (Child)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion criteria
- Diagnosis of GM2 gangliosidosis, confirmed by demonstration of profound deficiency of -hexosaminidase A or A & B in peripheral blood leukocytes or in cultured skin fibroblasts, within the previous 1 year in non-bone marrow transplant recipients who are < 2 years of age, or prior to stem cell transplant in stably engrafted transplant patients who are < 5 years of age.
- Onset of characteristic clinical symptoms of the disease before the age of 9 months.
- Normal renal and hepatic function.
- Written informed consent from parent or legal guardian.
Exclusion criteria
- Patients who are unable to comply with the study procedures of this protocol, including the refusal to swallow the food used to mask the taste of the study drug and whose parents are unwilling to administer the drug through a nasogastric or gastrostomy tube.
- Patients receiving other investigational agents within 3 months of study initiation.
- Patients who are anemic (hemoglobin < 11 g/dl, and/or hematocrit < 34%)
- Patients who have a history of significant gastrointestinal disorders, including clinically significant diarrhea (>3 liquid stools per day for > 7 days), without definable cause within 3 months of baseline visit.
- Patients with a high probability of dying during the 6-month assessment period of the study.
- Patients who in the opinion of the investigator (for whatever reason) are thought to be unsuitable for the study.
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Choosing to participate in a study is an important personal decision. Talk with your doctor and family members or friends about deciding to join a study. To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the Contacts provided below. For general information, see Learn About Clinical Studies.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT00672022
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT00672022
|United States, District of Columbia
|Children's National Medical Center
|Washington, District of Columbia, United States, 20010
Sponsors and Collaborators
Children's Research Institute
|Principal Investigator:
|Cynthia J TIfft, MD, PhD
|Children's Research Institute
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ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on September 21, 2017
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT00672022 History of Changes
|Other Study ID Numbers:
|Study First Received:
|May 2, 2008
|Last Updated:
|May 5, 2008
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Sandhoff Disease
Tay-Sachs Disease
Lysosomal Storage Diseases, Nervous System
Brain Diseases, Metabolic, Inborn
Brain Diseases, Metabolic
Brain Diseases
Central Nervous System Diseases
Nervous System Diseases
Genetic Diseases, Inborn
Lysosomal Storage Diseases
Metabolic Diseases
Lipid Metabolism Disorders
Gangliosidoses, GM2
Metabolism, Inborn Errors
Lipid Metabolism, Inborn Errors
Enzyme Inhibitors
Molecular Mechanisms of Pharmacological Action
Anti-HIV Agents
Anti-Retroviral Agents
Antiviral Agents
Anti-Infective Agents
Glycoside Hydrolase Inhibitors
Hypoglycemic Agents
Physiological Effects of Drugs
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My childhood roots are prairie based in the metropolis of rural Saskatchewan. Across the lake from my family's farm there is a tiny ski hill called Mission Ridge with a T-bar where I spent my early days racing around and jumping hay bales.( A perfect place to cultivate a love for late night chilly ski missions!) When I turned twelve I convinced my parents that I desperately needed to spend the summer at a ski racing camp on Mt. Hood, Oregon to catch up to the mountain kids so I would have a chance to fairly compete in the winter. From there on I spent ten summers training (and washing many dishes) on the glacier and subsequently traveling and ski tracing throughout North America in the winters. In my latter ski racing years I lived and ski raced based out of Taos, New Mexico. It was in NM that I was fortunate enough to run into the simple life and learn the ways of full time mountain living.
My first summer après groomer racing life was celebrated with two months in the Karakoram, Pakistan. My time in Pakistan solidified my love for big mountain adventures and so I would continue to travel through Europe, South America, North America etc. enjoying the passions and friendships found up high. After more than a decade of travel and mountain pursuit, I have settled in Revelstoke, BC where rubber boots and a wood stove are a girls' best friend.
In 2012 I completed my apprenticeship as a ski guide and passed the Association of Canadian Mountain Guide Full Ski Guide exam. I spend my winters both ski tour guiding at Battle Abbey and Heli Ski guiding at Mica Heli Guides. I have also started a women's program called Bhumi Mountain Camps which is based out of BC remote ski touring huts. These weeks combine freeride coaching, ski touring, mountain skills and dedicated yoga practice. More information can be found regarding these camps at www.bhumimountaincamps.com
I feel fortunate to not only have work that I appreciate, but also the opportunity to continue to live with passion in the mountains and share real moments with the people that I love. Pushing what I personally think is possible helps me to find perspective in my day to day life. I think that whatever vehicle helps you to find these bright moments in life whether it be art, music, literature, people, sport, creation etc. is the ride you want to keep catching. Journey on.
If you are interested in my meanderings, you can follow me on Instagram and Twitter @kittredhead. You can also find my website regarding Bhumi Mountain Camps at: www.bhumimountaincamps.com


text: Henrik Fisker Addresses Economic Club of Chicago Audience During Chicago Auto Show February 7, 2013 12:00 PM Fisker Automotive Executive chairman, Co-founder and Chief Designer Henrik Fisker delivered the keynote speech during the Economic Club of Chicago's luncheon at the Chicago Auto Show Media Preview. Fisker emphasized the three keys to success: creativity, brand positioning and understanding the customer. The power of creativity and the desire to connect emotionally with the consumer lead to Fisker's decision to add solar roofs, reclaimed wood, EVer Powertrain, 22-inch Alloy wheels and diamond dust paint to the Karma - a luxury plug-in hybrid sedan. "I am delighted to have the chance to talk about the unique story of Fisker Automotive to such an influential group," said Fisker. "The dream I had of bringing an environmentally conscious luxury sedan from a concept to reality has been fulfilled by the Fisker Karma." Fisker shared his long-term vision of establishing Fisker Automotive as the environmentally friendly luxury brand. "In the future, we can still have exciting, sexy, beautiful cars," said Fisker. "And I'm really excited about that." Back to News


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A WINCHESTER school has appointed new catering contractors to start work next term.
Perins School, in Alresford, has appointed Innovate, a specialist school catering company, to begin in September.
It was selected from six companies and will offer meals to students and teachers alike for £2 per day.
The current catering staff members will be transferred to the new contractors under the supervision of a new head chef.
School business manager, Clive Surry, said: "Ensuring the children's opinions were taken on board was a key part of the tendering process and we even involved them in the selection of our caterers."
Part of the contract with the new suppliers is an internet portal that enables parents to pay money into their child's account to help them to buy their lunch. The student's fingerprint is linked to the account so they will not have to carry cash with them.
Headteacher, Janice Bernard, added: "We all know that a healthy diet is key to performing well at school and at Perins we want to give our students every advantage. We are very excited about what this change means to the school and the benefits to our students."
The first catering event for Innovate will be on Friday, September 5, for the Perins Alumni Association reunion.


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Downey police said this afternoon they have detained four "persons of interest," three men and a woman, in the Wednesday shooting that killed three family members and injured two others.
However, no arrests have been made, a police spokeswoman said. She wouldn't provide further details.
Meanwhile, Los Angeles County Coroner's officials said they likely won't release the names of the victims until Friday.
Police are trying to locate at least one resident, presumably a family member who needs to be informed before the identities are released, in Mexico, officials said.
Coroner's officials did say this morning that the victims included a Hispanic man in his 20 s and two Hispanic women in their 30 s.
According to police and witnesses, a gunman opened fire about 11 a.m. Wednesday at a Downey business, killing two people and injuring one, before driving the victims' vehicle to a residence less than two blocks away and opening fire again, killing one and wounding another.
Police say all of the victims - including the two who were shot but are in stable condition and are expected to survive - are related.
Two women and a man were killed, while a woman and a 13-year-old boy were injured, authorities said.
The first shooting occured at United States Fire Protection Services, 8722 Cleta St., just off Lakewood Boulevard. The second shooting was at a duplex, 8518 and 8520 Cleta St.
A property record search showed the residence where the second shooting occurred was owned by Susana Perez, and a sign in front of the house this morning read: "RIP Susana. A great mother."
Other names affiliated with the residence on property records include Cesar S. Garcia and Antonio Salinas.
Salinas is also linked to the trust that owns the business, according to the DataQuick property database.
Sources told the Press-Telegram that the suspect kidnapped two of the victims at the business and took them to the residence in the family's vehicle, after which two more family members were shot. Lt. Dean Milligan of the Downey Police Department confirmed police were investigating this as a likely scenario.
Police confirmed Wednesday that a woman and teenager were originally at United States Fire Prevention, but somehow got to the home in the Black 2010 Camaro before being shot. Police couldn't confirm if they drove themselves or were kidnapped by the suspect, but said there was no forced entry at either location.
The crime scene this morning at both the business and the residence was quiet. Police tape that had roped off the area Wednesday afternoon was gone, and no police were at either location.
Suzanne Blevins, 40, a business owner and lifelong resident of Downey, showed up this morning and placed florwers near the home. She said that the two women who were killed were both mothers, and that they had six children between them.
"This is absolutely tragic," she said. "We now have six kids without moms."
A prominent rumor circulating among neighbors and students at nearby Downey High School - which went on lockdown yesterday after the shooting began - was that one of the victims was a manager at the Coca Cola plant across the street from the family's business, and that the shooter was a disgruntled employee.
However, a spokeswoman with Coca Cola said Thursday afternoon that this wasn't true and the company had no connection to the shooting.
"All of our folks are accounted for," she said.
Police supervisors would not confirm that this morning.
Milligan said Wednesday that officials "do not believe this was a random attack," but wouldn't speculate on a motive.
Police said this morning that they were scouring surveillance video from surrounding businesses, trying to figure out what happened and locate the shooter.
Witnesses and neighbors described a chaotic scene shortly after hearing gunfire, including seeing a young boy screaming for help in the street. Other witnesses reported seeing a woman bleeding from her head, sitting on the sidewalk.
Police said the suspect fled in the family's 2010 Black Chevy Camaro, which was registered to one of the victims, officials said. The license plate number is 6 LEA010.
The suspect was described by one of the victims as a black man who is 6 feet tall, about 230 pounds and 30 years old, police said. He is armed and should be considered dangerous, officials said.


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Topic: Chemosensativity Assay - Anyone have any experience with this ?
There's a company in Long Beach called Rational Therapeutics, run by Dr. Robert A. Nagourney that does a Chemosensativity Assay based on programmed cell death. I've seen some interesting material from Cigna health treatment review and others, that calls it investigational and doesn't cover it, but actually cites some interesting studies that lead me to believe it might have some predictive merit. One review even says that it might be worth considering for cancers that have few treatment options which definitely is true of CC.
I'd like to bring this and other study info to my dad's next oncologist (current one wont even let me present the material - very closed minded) but was wondering if anyone on this site has any experience with it.
BTW - It's purpose is to test against various chemo agents in vitro to measure chemo cell death rate (should not be confused with similarly named tests from the 70s and 80s that measured growth and were discredited) in order to help guide treatment selection.


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I would like to know more about this horse. It was given to us back in the '80's for our kids who are now grown and out of the house.
Are there any maker's marks that I need to look for? If so, where on the horse can I look to see who made it? Once I get that info, where can I go to find out more? I would really like to know (ball park) the value of this horse.
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FOOTBALL royalty descended on Frome Town on Wednesday to celebrate the halfway point of the Robins' 90-day Football Pools challenge.
On December 19 last year, the Badgers Hill club received a £50,000 windfall from the Football Pools to pay for a host of ground improvements, which had to be completed within 90 days.
On Wednesday, former England striker Trevor Francis, the country's first £1,000,000 player, and Liverpool legend Kenny Dalglish were at the AlderSmith Stadium to run the rule over Frome's makover.
Despite making 52 appearances in an England shirt and winning the European Cup with Nottingham Forest during an illustrious top-flight career, Francis told the Wiltshire Times that he is well acquainted with non-league football.
"I've had involvement in non-league because my youngest son James played non-league and the highest level he got to was the Conference with Tamworth," said the former Birmingham City player and manager.
"He doesn't play any more but at every opportunity, I'd go and watch him, and I still take a keen interest in the Conference.
"It's nice to see the improvements that are taking place here and we've met some of the workers, who are very enthusiastic, as some of the supporters are.
"I know a little bit about this league because my son's best pals actually play for Leamington, who look like they're going to win it."
Dalglish, who is Scotland's joint-leading goalscorer and widely regarded as one of Liverpool's greatest ever players, was keen to stress the positive impact that improved facilities could have on youngsters in the community.
"I think it's really important that grassroots football gets the recognition and the help it deserves," said the Anfield hero.
"I think the people that donated their time freely and willingly to allow us when we were younger, and obviously (Frome Town) now, to play football deserve a lot of credit and certainly deserve the support that they're getting from the Football Pools.
"They don't look for recognition, they do it because they love it.
"I hope it's a tremendous success here. It's a very ambitious scheme and anybody who wants to help people and kids play football deserves all the help they can get."
Frome have put their Football Pools payout towards removing the wooden seats in their main stand and will be upgrading to a new tiered system.
The AlderSmith Stadium clubhouse is in the process of a facelift after the suspended ceiling, electrical wiring and air extractor systems were removed while the kitchen area will be renovated.
The Venue's skittle alley is being turned into a classroom while toilet facilities and fencing areas are also set to be revamped.


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Gibco Cell Culture Basics is an introduction to cell culture, covering topics such as laboratory setup, safety, and aseptic technique. You'll also find basic methods for passaging, freezing, and thawing cultured cells. Start here if you are new to cell culture techniques or need to refresh your knowledge.
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Purchased at auction, cheap at the end of the sale.
They have Canadian patent dates of 1905 & 1907.
The seat frame is different from others that I've seen.
The seat frame is steam bent Oak, with a tapered lap joint & dowels.
Some fool put gold paint on them, for a faux finish (antiquing).


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THE war on dog muck in Darwen is to be beefed up with town council cash.
Cash has been set aside to pay for the roll-out of new bins in the key areas of Bold Venture Park and Olive Lane Park.
The move follows Blackburn with Darwen Council piloting a tough new crackdown on dog fouling in March House and Mill Hill.
Liberal Democrat Simon Hugill welcomed the action but said it was time Darwen Town Council did its bit.
He asked it to put a small sum aside each year to buy and install at least two bins in key parts of the town so dog owners could not complain they had to carry their dirt bags around.
He said it cost around £400 to buy and install a bin, or could be as low as £200 if the council had some old bins left over after the Cathedral Quarter redevelopment of the Boulevard in Blackburn.
He suggested Sough Road in his Marsh House ward as a suitable place.
Town mayor Eileen Entwistle backed his proposal, suggesting that Bold Venture Park was another suitable place.
Sudell councillor Roy Davies said: "We need them in and around Olive Lane Park where I picked up 20 pieces of dog poo on a community clean-up last week, just says after the grass had been cut and the area tidied."
Deputy chairman Trevor Maxfield said residents who became aware of irresponsible dog owners who did not pick up their pets' dirt should be reported to the council so they could be visited and warned.
Coun Hugill said: "This is what we want – a proper 'carrot and stick' approach; places to get rid of the bags and penalties for irresponsible owners."
Sunnyhurst councillor Pete Hollings agreed to contact the borough council to see if they had any spare bins, to ensure they would be emptied by refuse staff and to seek promotional material for the drive.
Borough environment boss Jim Smith said: "I am delighted to see Darwen Town Council coming on board our drive to tackle dog muck in this way. It is a blight on the borough. We will do everything we can to help the town council with this."


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A's make Minor trade with Brewers, finish Nats deal
PHOENIX -- The A's made one trade with the Brewers and completed another with the Nationals on Wednesday.
Oakland and Milwaukee swapped Minor Leaguers, with the A's giving up third baseman Stephen Parker in exchange for right-hander Darren Byrd.
Oakland also sent lefty Ian Krol to the Nationals as the player to be named in the three-team trade that sent John Jaso to the A's, Michael Morse to the Mariners and two other Minor Leaguers to Washington.
Byrd, 26, spent three seasons in the Brewers' farm system, most recently compiling a 2.59 ERA in 50 relief appearances for Double-A Huntsville. He appeared in one game this spring before he was returned to Minor League camp on March 7.
Parker, taken by the A's in the fifth round of the 2009 First-Year Player Draft, hit .256 with seven home runs and 47 RBIs in 99 games for Triple-A Sacramento last season, after batting .287 between two affiliates the year before.
Over four minor league seasons, the 25-year-old Parker is a career .277 hitter with 43 HR and 262 RBIs in 448 games.
Jane Lee is a reporter for MLB.com. Read her blog, Major Lee-ague, and follow her on Twitter @JaneMLB. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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