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Tuesday, April 30
Agencies mull Enterprise Zone
With "cautious optimism" the city of Cascade Locks agreed on Monday to devise a tentative plan for sharing its Enterprise Zone with other Hood River County agencies.
Bilingual teens share value of reading
Most foreign language teachers would agree that the best way for students to learn a new language is to immerse themselves in the culture.
HRV baseball now focused on playing spoiler
HOOD RIVER — Just one short week ago, the HRV baseball team was considering playoff possibilities as it entered the season's final stretch.
Luhr Jensen fined for excess metal discharges
The City of Hood River has levied a second fine against Luhr Jensen and Sons in as many months for dumping heavy metals into the wastewater treatment system.
Softball cruises to third straight win
SANDY — After finding itself on the losing end of some close ballgames the past couple weeks, the HRV softball team has finally figured out how to get over the hump, winning its third straight barnburner Monday over Sandy.
Sports briefs
Lacrosse fundraiser BBQ Friday
Sports briefs 2
Little League Opening Day today
Track teams bury Broncos
HOOD RIVER — Eager to get their first dual-meet win of the season behind them, the HRV boys tracksters finally squared off against a team their own size.
County candidates trade views on development
The four Hood River County Commissioner candidates registered strong opinions on Wednesday about Wal-Mart, a tribal gambling casino and a Mt. Hood Meadows destination resort.
The future appears bleak in Blazerland
Another year, another disappointment. How much more can Portland fans endure?
Court to hear round one in Meadows case
The first round of legal arguments over the disputed land exchange between Hood River County and Mt. Hood Meadows, Ltd., of Oregon will be aired on Friday.
Homeschool makes for one full Decker
Student wins National Merit Scholarship
Student wins National Merit Scholarship
'Code Blue': Hospital does the drill
Most of the people who needed to hear the "Code Blue" announced over the hospital PA system on Wednesday didn't.
Smith goes to D.C. -- and beyond
It might come as a surprise that a daring spirit lurks in the heart of soft-spoken Anita Smith, recorder for the City of Hood River.
Exchange students weigh in on food, language, school
By HANNAH KINGREY
Retiring forester remembers 'territorial bees'
The Hood River County Forestry Department honored Keith Zacha on Tuesday for 30 years of service.
Huskies no match for Hawks' speed
HOOD RIVER — Perhaps borrowing a chapter from the Seattle Mariners' playbook, the Horizon Christian baseball team pulled off an amazing comeback Tuesday to beat Sherman County 6-5.
Girls help charge electric car program
The hot pink seat was the highlight. It ripped, though, when someone sat in it (a boy, of course) and now they have a dark green one. But the Cover Girl make-up mirror remains.
Local bluegrass artists offer a unique musical flavor to the region
If you've ever gone strolling through downtown Hood River the first Friday of the month, you may have seen bands of local folks strummin' on the strings.
Wednesday, April 24
Every 15 minutes
The Grim Reaper visited Hood River Valley High School on April 19. He walked into classrooms throughout the morning, sidled among students sitting at their desks and picked out some to "die."
A dog kills
Today, April 17, my cat was peacefully lounging in the sun on our backyard deck on downtown Columbia Street, when in seconds he was brought to his demise by a burly black Lab/Rottweiler type-mix who treated him like a rag doll. I am very disturbed by this incident for two reasons: Firstly, my cat of 8 years is dead, and secondly, I feel extremely violated. As far as I'm concerned, this particular dog is of the same caliber as a wild coyote living in the countryside feasting on small pets. I have two small children and want to know that my pets and children are safe in my own backyard. There are entirely too many dogs constantly running lose downtown that are not necessarily safe for the general public. Would those of you whom have dogs that occasionally or always roam free please take responsibility for your role as a "Dog Owner" and contain your dog at all times? This is a serious responsibility and it would be nice to feel safe in our neighborhoods and yards and not feel the necessity to build fences, barriers, or walls between us, just so we can be safe from dogs within the city limits. Since I needed to tend to my dying cat, I was unable to track down the dog. If there is anyone who has information regarding this incident please call county animal control at 386-2098.
Soapbox derby offers a wheel-good time
First-time drivers and veterans join the fun<BR>
First-time drivers and veterans join the fun
Uphold librarians
With the dismissal of librarians from our schools, we tell our kids very clearly that books and the search for knowledge in libraries aren't very important.
District cuts teaching jobs
The proposed budget for the 2002-03 school year was presented to the Hood River County School Board Tuesday. And the tone of the message was, as Superintendent Jerry Sessions said, somber.
`Project Graduation' seeks support
Parents of the Class of 2002 are asking for support from the community as they continue to plan for the annual Drug and Alcohol Free Graduation Party to be held immediately after Graduation on June 7.
Friendly Dissent
It is with regret I must disagree with my good friend John Wood. In a couple of recent letters, Mr. Wood called for the defeat of the city equipment bond and all incumbent county commissioners. In regards to the equipment bond, the last time this measure was submitted I asked city (Council Member) Paul Thompson if the City really needed the bond. (Paul is someone I view, with great respect, from the other end of the political spectrum. He's slightly right of Barry Goldwater and I'm a tax-and-spend liberal.) This avowed conservative gave me an emphatic "Yes!" 'Nuf said for me. On the County Commissioners race, it must be noted that Carol York has been the voice in the wilderness in opposing the Super Wal-Mart. In contrast, I believe her opponent Mr. Henderson actually owns the property, or property directly adjacent to, the proposed Super Wal-Mart site. Talk about a "special interest" candidate.
County wants Residents' lawsuit dismissed
Hood River County is seeking to have the lawsuit brought against its timber exchange with Mt. Hood Meadows, Ltd., dismissed, arguing it was incorrectly filed and has no merit.
Listen to tapes
This is in response to Keith Fredrickson's letter of April 20:
City hikes parking fines, adds new meters
The city of Hood River will soon install another 170 parking meters throughout the downtown historic district that is expected to add $66,000 of yearly income into the general fund.
`Fruit basket' budget
Well, well, well, Dear John (Arens) has accomplished his "fruit basket" budget again. As a former Senior Service Advisory Council member, I was appointed to the Mid-Columbia Council of Governments' budget committee for 1999-2000. After two ineffective meetings, I think fiscal officers must have completed the budget. It was always interesting how two or three modifications were made during the year.
Woman embezzles St. Mary's funds
The former secretary of St. Mary's Catholic Church admitted on April 19 that she had embezzled at least $45,000 from parishioners to support her gambling addiction.
Fires ruin Odell homes
Electrical cord overload is the suspected cause of two destructive house fires in Odell over the past week.
Everyday is Earth Day for farmers
On Monday, April 22, we celebrated another Earth Day. What a great opportunity this year to remember those who produce our food and fiber and ask how we can do our part to ensure that a strong agriculture economy survives.
County assembles work group to help farmers
The Hood River County Commission is assembling an agriculture work group to help unite local efforts on behalf of economically-distressed farmers.
Blossom Fest attracts plenty of sun and sunny faces
The weekend weather cooperated nicely for Blossom Fest 2002.
Take county back
It is ludicrous that the county is paying Franklin Drake and Mt. Hood Meadows $1.1 million dollars in this land trade. Money which could be used to take care of the present school funding shortage. I know, the money comes from a different account, but don't you juggle money in your household budget when there is an emergency? Is our current county finance system so inflexible that we can't make changes that would help our children become better educated citizens. I would consider that an emergency. Oh yeah, our commissioners don't do emergencies, they might get sued, and the corporations would rather have non-thinkers working for them. Let's just keep the status quo and line the pockets of a couple of rich developers with our children's education. Tell me, where did that money we are paying Meadows come from? Tell your kids their favorite teacher is being let go because our elected officials acted like most of the other elected officials in this country, who represent special interest groups and corporations, instead of the poor moms and dads trying to get their kids housed, clothed and fed. Now, you are going to have to educate your children also. Oh well, when we can't afford to fund our schools we can just send our kids to be slave labor at Meadows or Wal-Mart. They don't need an education for that besides they could help you pay your higher property taxes. (I'll save that for another letter.)
State board hears HRV's plea on OSAA
Sen. Rick Metsger, D-Welches, made a "poignant" plea on behalf of Hood River Valley High School (HRVHS) athletes and their families.
County enacts Plan B to save historic house
Hood River County is enacting Plan B for the relocation of a historic house that stands in the way of a library expansion.
Tuesday, April 23
HRV baseball rolls to second straight win
GRESHAM — Last year at this time, the players on the HRV baseball team were already thinking about next year.
Gophers put kink in playoff plans for HRV softball
HOOD RIVER — Monday's game versus Gresham was to be a measuring stick for the HRV softball team.
Wednesday, April 17
Meadows growth good
Month after month I have read every nasty thing said about Mt. Hood Meadows.
Parkdale man violated probation by using meth
A Parkdale man was sent to prison last week for violating his probation with three "dirty" urinalysis tests.
Save-the-school group starts work in Mosier
By DAN SPATZ
HRV bats quiet in losses to Barlow, Central Catholic
HOOD RIVER — After a 2-2 start in league play, no one on the HRV baseball team expected the road to get any easier.
Blossom Festival unfolds
The pear, apple and cherry pedals seem to say "it's Blossom time again."
Tapes not edited
An April 10 letter from Barbara Sexton of Gorge Reality contained several factual errors.
Man faces deportation for rape of girl
What began as a lark for a teenage girl last December turned into a "date rape" horror story that ended in court on Monday.
`Grim Reaper' visits HRVHS
The Oregon State Police is facilitating the "Every 15 Minutes" program at Hood River Valley High School Thursday and Friday. The anti-drinking/driving program aimed at helping students make better choices, according to OSP. Members of the school's OSSOM (Oregon Student Safety on the Move) club have helped organize the two-day program.
City of Hood River ponders layoffs
The city of Hood River is wrestling with a severe budget shortfall that could bring job losses and a reduction of services.
Entertainment briefs 4/17
Mayfield Road, Area 54 to play River City
Contrails in the sky
By MARTIN TREES
Sports briefs 4/17
Emmerson, Oates win tournament
A look back at 20 years of windsurfing in Hood River
Twenty years ago, few Hood River locals had ever heard of a "boardhead."
Helen Caldicott at HRMS
`You are physicians to our dying planet'
`You are physicians to our dying planet'
School district hasn't given in to redistricting
By SUE MCCARTHY
`Smart, not scared!'
Escape School will be Monday at Westside
Escape School will be Monday at Westside
Enough ski areas
The northside of Mt. Hood may be my favorite place in Oregon and I have climbed and skied there in all seasons. I have also skied at Mt. Hood Meadows and enjoyed myself there, but I am deeply disturbed by the plans that Mt. Hood Meadows has for developing the Cooper Spur Ski area and even more disturbed by the way they are going about it.
Softball team stymied by two league powers at home
HOOD RIVER — Flying high after an early-season three-game win streak, the HRV softball team looked to continue its good fortunes against league-leaders Central Catholic and Barlow.
Arsonist's accomplice enters guilty plea
The accomplice in a Hood River arson case pled guilty in Hood River Circuit Court on Monday.
Individuals excel at Blossom Invitational
HOOD RIVER — With only two meets down, it may be difficult for some members of the HRV track team to assess where they stand.
Cooper Spur project could be welcome development
By MIKE SIEVERS
Go to `flat tax'
This is in reply to John Ihle's letter of April 6, in which he calls for even higher levels of taxation than the 50 percent average total burden that already threatens to choke the life out of this country. To provide one local example out of thousands of government programs which deserve to be eliminated, consider CAT (Columbia Area Transit). The State of Oregon spent a million dollars in its first year, and who knows how much since, to fund a bus system which virtually no one uses, with the exception of a few elderly people going to the grocery store and back. For one-tenth the cost, you could pay two full-time taxi drivers with minivans to simply sit around on call and provide taxi service as needed. It won't happen because to do so would be to admit that public transportation is a colossal failure and a monumental waste of resources.
Not Measure 13
Oregon's unbalanced tax system is incapable of generating the cash necessary to adequately fund public education. The passage of Measure 5 in 1990 shifted the burden of school funding to the state. This resulted in pitting the funding requirements of public schools against needs of other vital state government programs and services. Even during a decade of unprecedented state economic growth, and despite the efforts of the legislature to make public school funding a priority, school resources have not kept pace with inflation. Current K-12 school funding falls short of providing the resources necessary to assure students the opportunity to achieve the level of academic achievement set for them by Oregon's Educational Act for the 21st Century.
Blazers dig deep, but are they playoff ready?
Sports commentary
Sports commentary
Monday, April 15
Just send the money
What's wrong with this picture? Social Security cost of living increase, 2.6 percent; interest on CD, 2.8 percent; rate increase on water and sewer bill, 42 percent, and that's just for openers. Now, presuming I continue to live in the city of Hood River and don't go broke like the sewer fund, I will spend the rest of my life making monthly payments on a water pipeline that will handle the growth of Hood River for the next 55 years. That's like a 95-year-old man putting lifetime siding on his house. This is like the resort that keeps sending me flyers saying I can qualify to live there if I make at least $55,000 a year. So if any of you are planning to move here, don't bother, just send your money.
Candidate forum scheduled April 24
HOOD RIVER -- Groups representing agriculture, business, education, social services and land-use issues will pose questions April 24 at the only candidates forum scheduled during the primary election season in Hood River County.
Wal-Mart architects talk plan process with county
Wal-Mart's structural designers met with Hood River officials April 10 to learn more about the jurisdictional chain of command.
Double whammy faces schools
OSAA fight is on; budget committee meets on Tuesday
OSAA fight is on; budget committee meets on Tuesday
Opponents face off over `retail sprawl'
The "guru of the anti Wal-Mart movement" has been invited to Hood River by the Citizens for Responsible Growth (CRG).
Keep on OSAA issue
I have just read your front page article (March 23) regarding Hood River Valley moving into the Intermountain Conference. I am very dismayed and quite upset with Dr. Jerry Sessions' comments.
Rotary at 75
Doctors says club was good medicine
Doctors says club was good medicine
Work with personnel
According to the latest article in the HR News, HRV is now in the Intermountain Conference. This means that most of our activities will now be scheduled on Fridays and Saturdays. Most of our students that are involved in student activities will have to leave Hood River on a Friday and return on a Sunday. Football would be an exception. The team would return either very early Saturday morning (sometime after midnight Friday) or spend the night and return around 1 or 2 p.m. Sat. There will be additional expenses for housing and food as well as transportation. I doubt that rooters buses will be a possibility.
Gorge Reality
On March 21, 2002 the Gorge Commission released a press release entitled "Plan Review Roundup: Commission to look at land uses". Allen Bell was quoted as saying "More than 200 people submitted comments stating mining threatens scenic vistas, wildlife and plant habitat, water resources and other sensitive resources."
One morning at `Tadpole Central'
Rain peppered the pavement April 9 as a gentle Gorge shower rolled up the river, bringing with it a thin fog which scattered in and out of the trees.
Buddy Werner girls ski to third place at regionals
MISSION RIDGE, Wash. — 2002 was no typical year on the hill for the local Buddy Werner girls ski team.
Golfers on game at Indian Creek
HOOD RIVER — Senior Andy Murphy was feeling very much at home Thursday when HRV hosted its first and only Mt. Hood Conference match of the season at Indian Creek Golf Course.
Parkdale Water Co.
Residents want district to go public
Residents want district to go public
Snyder chases adventure halfway around the world
No one ever tried to tell Nelson Snyder he couldn't do something. Either that or he just chose to defy them.
The Big Triangle
How resilient can a small community be against the forces of the Big Triangle? With one point to the East, one to the West and the long and subtle encroachment to the South, the small community of Hood River must muster those who believe in community pride, local ownership of business and above all in resisting the control of Big Corporations.
Supportive skiers
Mt. Hood Meadows Race Team and Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Area have had the opportunity to host many races this season. Two of which I have attended. Feb. 16, 17, 18 and 19 they hosted a J3 Junior Olympic Qualifier and last weekend they hosted the J3 and J4 Western Regional Junior Olympics. They did an awesome job on both races. The races were efficiently and professionally run and they were great hosts! But it was exciting for another reason. The J3 qualifier brought to Hood River over 130 racers, their coaches, and families. The Junior Olympics brought to Hood River 170 skiers, coaches, and parents. Coming down the mountain I saw family ski cars at the Mt. Hood Store in Mt. Hood filling up on deli goodies, filling up with gas at The Pine Grove Store. Cars parked in front of every restaurant in town. Kids with goggle line tans dashing in and out of Andrew's Pizza, Doug's Sports, Hood River Bagel Co. Their parents shopping at Safeway and Rosauers to keep up with busy appetites. All over town motels and hotels spilling over with kids and the smell of hot ski wax. A large number of people came to town and spent money in many different places. It was very exciting to see all these businesses share in the wealth of the weekend. I wonder if Mt. Hood Meadows is allowed to build their resort at Cooper Spur if any of those people will make it to Hood River to spend their money in the future. Just a thought.
Step up and pay
Local governments, law enforcement agencies, school districts, etc. which serve us all in many ways are being forced into drastic cuts in services. I think it is time for those who voted for reduced taxes to step up and tell us what services they enjoy they are now willing to give up in order to share in the suffering. Or, are they just wanting others to take the losses so they can have more to save and spend?
Thursday, April 11
Track team posts monster PR's
GRESHAM — When the HRV track-and-field team steps to the start line, the athletes aren't only up against the day's opponent. They're also competing against themselves.
Speakers to examine bridges, famous book
A landmark book and remarkable bridges form the topics when two history experts give separate Chautauqua lectures in Hood River County on Sunday, April 14.
Singing Across Ireland
HRV students sense the magic of music
HRV students sense the magic of music
Hospital begins mammogram fundraising campaign
Peggy Dills Kelter never had a lump. In fact, the cancer growing in her breast appeared as something resembling grains of sand during a routine mammogram last summer -- something she never would have detected on her own.
MCCOG hikes funding for HR seniors
Senior citizens in Hood River County will soon receive $131,390 in additional services from the Mid-Columbia Council of Governments (MCCOG).
City wants county help on `visual clutter'
The Hood River City Council wants to eliminate "visual clutter" within the Urban Growth Area (UGA) by having the county adopt new commercial sign standards.
Supreme Court denies Gorge hearing request
The Columbia River Gorge Commission has lost its bid to have the nation's highest court rule on a "vested rights" issue.
Boys tennis loses close one to Gresham
GRESHAM — Looking like a group with something to prove, the HRV boys tennis team battled Gresham down to the wire Monday. But despite winning three of four singles matches, the Eagles fell 5-3.
Busy 13th: one active Saturday
This weekend, thirteen is a busy number.
Family and Children's Fair comes April 13
The Family and Children's Fair 2002 comes to Hood River Valley High School Saturday, April 13. The day-long event features educational workshops for adults and teens as well as activities for children and free child care for kids 3 and under.
Cadet wrestlers seize control at state
COTTAGE GROVE — Five members of the Airtime Wrestling Club competed at the State Cadet Wrestling Tournament April 7-8 at Cottage Grove High School.
Scenic Area sales `Relief valve' under pressure
Pressure is mounting over a "relief valve" intended to alleviate financial hardship brought by down-zoning under the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Act.
Police Sunshine Division
Community to fill `ray of hope' coffers
Community to fill `ray of hope' coffers
DUII offender imprisoned after 12th conviction
A self-admitted alcoholic was sent to prison this week following his 12th DUII conviction over a 35-year time span.
Tuesday, April 9
Eagles slap Centennial, but slip vs. Sandy
GRESHAM — Still trying to develop a midseason rhythm, the HRV baseball team took on league rival Centennial Friday.
Hinman sliences Sandy sluggers
HOOD RIVER — The blazing sun and freshly mowed grass at Westside Field couldn't have been any more appropriate for what was about to happen to the Sandy Pioneers' lineup on Monday.
HRV spring sports schedules
Wednesday, April 3
Vote no on debt
I know the City and County are different entities, but their tax base is the same. You. City residents will soon be asked to vote to allow the City to borrow a half million dollars via a bond measure to replace a fleet of aging trucks.
Class series aimed at parents of teens
The teen years can be confusing to both parents and youth. The "Parents Who Care" program offers support to parents to make a positive difference in their teenagers' lives.
Schultz imprisoned in child porn case
Hood River Circuit Court Judge Donald Hull took a tough stand on Wednesday against probation violations related to an Internet child pornography case.
OSAA ruling upheld
A hearings officer would not bend, so Hood River Valley High School athletes had better prepare for Bend.
Softball falls to Gresham
GRESHAM — Still waiting for the lumber to emerge from its slumber, the HRV softball team took to the field Monday against Gresham.
Folk master McCutcheon to perform
Master guitarist and songwriter John McCutcheon will bring his tradition-steeped sound to Hood River Middle School auditorium on April 20 for a 7 p.m. show.
`Project Independence'
Elderly MCCOG clients face funding test
Elderly MCCOG clients face funding test
Bring on optic
A very powerful technological advance is soon to become a part of Hood River County's everyday life. While I am certainly not an expert in the area of fiber optics, or the digital technologies made possible by the use of fiber optics, I have been faithfully keeping up with world-wide developments in this arena. I do this mainly on the Internet via my computer modem.
Mosier's `fools' work on
Residents of Mosier celebrated partnerships and progress on the city's waterfront improvements during an early celebration of April Fool's Day.
Fleet Levy
A personal touch might do the trick
A personal touch might do the trick
Ten-year plan review
Gorge Commission adopts revised land use discussion list
Gorge Commission adopts revised land use discussion list
Sports briefs
Boy Scouts want to share outdoors
Dining out will benefit Helping Hands program
Helping Hands, a local non-profit organization dedicated to assisting victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, has teamed with local restaurants to give you a great reason to treat yourself to a meal out -- five days in a row.
Tree Dilemma
Council decision painful, but correct
Council decision painful, but correct
Scenic Area landowners await buy-out
One year ago, the deadline passed for some Gorge landowners to get relief from property down zoned under the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Act.
more briefs
Downtown gears for Soapbox Derby
Another Voice: Fight OSAA decision for the sake of the kids
By KATHY NISHIMOTO
A new `Triangle'
Nancy Moller's letter (Saturday, March 23) about The Dalles using $73 million for public improvements and economic stimulus could be a wake-up call for interested citizens and concerned groups in Hood River.
Mosier woman donates blood for 125th time
When Harry Truman was in office, Jean Bagge donated blood for the first time.
Entertainment briefs 4/3
New show opens at art gallery
Fruit Loop receives ODA grant
The Hood River County Fruit Loop has received a $25,000 grant from the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA).
Obituaries 4/3
Business waste collection events set
Businesses that generate small amounts of hazardous waste will have the opportunity to dispose of that waste safely and legally at a collection event scheduled in Hood River on April 19. Pre-registered businesses and agencies can bring their local waste to a local site.
Lions Follies presents "The Laff Inn"
The 26th annual Lions Follies hits the stage at the Hood River Middle School auditorium Friday for a five-night run. This year's show is called "The Laff Inn," and promises to bring guffaws as well as some silly sentimentality as it harkens back to the variety shows of the 1960s and '70s.
Library expansion plans near final chapter
The Hood River County Library has reached the final chapter in its plans for a major expansion and renovation project that is set to begin in July.
Kids First?
OSAA ruling goes beyond athletics
OSAA ruling goes beyond athletics
Governor sued over severe OSU program cuts
Gov. John Kitzhaber has been legally challenged for making $81 million in program cuts that critics say could dramatically decrease agricultural services to Hood River County.
Smith presents first funds for Hood River tech center
U.S. Sen. Gordon Smith, R-Ore., gave the Port of Hood River the first installment of federal funding for an Integrated Technology Center on Thursday.
Nothing notes time passages like a clock radio
Staff "Round Table"
Staff "Round Table"
Mariners find a home away from home
Ichiromania hit Portland for the first time ever last Friday when the American League West champion Seattle Mariners tussled with their Cactus League "roomies," the San Diego Padres.
McCarthy saves best for biggest stage
Three local Pacific Northwest Ski Association team members competed at the United States Ski Association Junior Olympics, held March 21-24 at Mt. Hood Meadows and March 17-23 at Mt. Bachelor ski area near Bend.
HRV girls tennis bedevils La Salle
HOOD RIVER — The sunglasses and shorts were finally out Monday as the HRV girls tennis team cruised to an easy 6-2 victory over La Salle in the final tune-up before the conference season begins.
Find a balance
Your paper's coverage of the casino issue has been abysmal. The latest installment (A1, March 9) makes me wonder if any local news stories are reliable. I understand that we are all tired of the issue and wish it would go away. But that is no excuse for the paper to become the passive mouthpiece for a high priced spin doctor, hired from the tribes' supposedly empty coffers. He's been spinning for over a year now. Is it too much to ask that the Hood River News balance Mr. (Greg) Leo's glib assertions with some real facts?
Obituaries 3/27
Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA)
Volunteers act as `every person' for abused children
Volunteers act as `every person' for abused children
Cut school personnel
I haven't attended all the school board meetings, but on the occasions that I have attended I am usually the only representative of the general public. It is rare that anyone not directly linked to the school district is in attendance. A few teachers, vice-principals, principals, administration staff, a school system secretary and attorney, sometimes a representative from the Hood River News, and the board members are usually the only ones there. If there seems to be no public input, that is because the public couldn't be bothered to attend, they just want to complain after the fact.
Residents county, Meadows over land trade
A land-use watchdog group has filed a lawsuit challenging Hood River County's timber exchange with Mt. Hood Meadows, Ltd., of Oregon.
Don't promote gambling
Regarding Cascade Locks Mayor Roger Freeborn's March 20, Another Voice column, Mr. Freeborn seems to be in denial about the facts. His basic assumption depends on believing a casino on the eastside of Hood River is inevitable, that is a poor location, so why not Cascade Locks, a location we all should love?
Armory gear taken
Guardsman, wife face charges for drugs, theft
Guardsman, wife face charges for drugs, theft
Forced to move
I am surprised that no one has written a letter to the editor about the decision of Ladd and Jeanette Henderson to close Evergreen Terrace.
Monday, April 1
Gorge Games able to af-Ford upgrades
No one can be sure how much wind to expect at this year's Gorge Games, but the competitors can still expect big air — or rather, airtime.


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Newsday: NY Senate Passes Government Reform Bill
By JAMES T. MADORE
June 4, 2009
ALBANY - Attempting to reduce property taxes, the State Senate Wednesday night adopted a bill streamlining the process for consolidating local governments, and the governor is expected to sign it into law.
The 46-16 vote came after the Assembly approved the bill, 118 to 26. The debates were similar, with supporters of the legislation saying it would allow citizens to strip away layers of government that increase taxes. But critics warned that counties would compel the mergers of villages and special districts, with diminished services.
Inspired by Newsday stories, the legislation was written by state Attorney General Andrew Cuomo. He lobbied hard for it recently to combat intense opposition from volunteer firefighters, mayors and others.
"Taxpayers may soon be truly empowered to create long overdue efficiencies in local governments and special districts," Cuomo said.
Before the Senate vote, Gov. David A. Paterson told Newsday the bill was "quite admirable," but also said, "I would be willing to take a look at some of the concerns of the local governments."
Sources close to the governor said last night he would sign the measure.
The bill seeks to shrink New York's 10,521 local governments by establishing three avenues for consolidation: a county could create a master plan, a local governing board could start the process, or residents could mount a petition drive.
Inside the gilded Senate chamber Wednesday, tempers flared during the two-hour debate as Republicanssought to change the legislation.Democrats defeated amendments that would exempt fire and library districts.
Only two of Long Island's nine senators backed the bill.
Sen. Brian X. Foley (D-Blue Point) said Cuomo assured him that the pair would work together on a future amendment to address firefighters' concerns. "This is a major initiative of the attorney general and deserves our support," Foley said.
A Cuomo spokesman declined to comment.
Sen. John Flanagan (R-East Northport) said the bill "empowers the voting public" to change governmental structures. He also stressed that the provisions were voluntary.
Detractors raised the specter of overbearing counties forcing the dissolution of smaller entities that are allegedly more in tune with residents' needs. "We should be talking about consolidating state government, that's where the savings lies," said Sen. Carl Marcellino (R-Syosset).
Officials at the 130,000-member Firemen's Association said they hope lawmakers keep their promise of future amendments. President Thomas J. Cuff Jr. of Levittown said, "We're disappointed the fire service wasn't excluded and the school districts were. They have so much more impact on property taxes than special districts have."
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Pogoplug has just announced the availability of its new Pogoplug Mobile device, featuring a new, sleek design which should look great on your desk. For those who are unaware, Pogoplug Mobile allows you to free up your smartphone and tablets of content by letting you stream them from the Pogoplug instead. You can stream your entire photo, music and video libraries over WiFi or your cellular connection. This means that your phone or tablet will now have more room for more apps. Pogoplug Mobile also automatically backs up photos and videos taken using your devices to your Pogoplug device at home. The device has a USB 2.0 slot and to make it even more useful, the new Pogoplug Mobile also has an SD card slot.
Together with the release of the new Pogoplug Mobile, Pogoplug also announced that owners of the older devices will receive an upgrade later that will bring the Pogoplug Mobile features to your device. To use the mobile backup feature, you need to download the Pogoplug app from the App Store or Android Market and set your upload preferences for backing up photos and videos from your devices' camera roll. You can choose to back up automatically, or upload content manually. Pogoplug Mobile is available now for $79.99.
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Marcellino, Long Island Senate Majority Delegation And Long Island Housing Partnership Highlight Affordable Housing Program
Senator Carl L. Marcellino and members of the Long Island Senate Majority Delegation, the Long Island Housing Partnership ("LIHP") and BAE Systems located in Greenlawn today held a press conference in Huntington Station with BAE Systems employee Cindy Howard who is one of the first new homeowners who received downpayment assistance though the Senate Majority Delegation's Homeownership and Economic Stabilization for Long Island Program ("HELP").
"Owning a home is one of the most rewarding experiences in our lifetime. Congratulations to Cindy and Jazzmen and welcome to the 5th Senate District, it will be an honor to represent you." said Senator Carl L. Marcellino (R-Syosset) "The partnership of the public and private sectors ensured the success of the Senate Majority's program. I applaud the Long Island Housing Partnership for their work in administrating this grant program and to BAE Systems for having the vision and foresight to participate. I look forward to many more success stories in the future."
Senator Skelos said, "The HELP program is quickly becoming a tremendous success and a model for the rest of the nation. In a short period of time, HELP has placed 12 families in new homes and committed funding for 75 more. Through this public-private partnership, we are making a real difference for the families and employers most affected by the region's affordable housing crisis. I applaud BAE Systems and the 26 other employers who have already joined this program. They recognized that we have a shared responsibility to address this challenge. They are setting an important example and leading the way."
Long Island Housing Partnership President Peter Elkowitz said, "Long Island Housing Partnership is pleased that the Long Island Senate Majority Delegation put real dollars towards an issue that's affecting all Long Island businesses and working families. This infusion of $25 million dollars leverage with employer contributions will have a significant impact on Long Island's economy. We thank them for their efforts."
In 2006, Long Island Senate Majority members—Dean G. Skelos (R-Rockville Centre), Owen H. Johnson (R-Babylon), Caesar Trunzo (R-Brentwood), Kenneth LaValle (R-Port Jefferson), Kemp Hannon (R-Garden City), Carl Marcellino (R-Syosset), Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (R-Merrick) and John J. Flanagan (R-East Northport)—secured $25 million in state funding to address the region's shortage of affordable housing.
As administered by the LIHP, HELP is a first-of-its-kind, public private partnership that provides (1) a 3-to-1 matching grant, up to $40,000, to eligible homebuyers who are employed by participating Long Island businesses, (2) up to $20,000 to rehabilitate existing homes purchased through the downpayment assistance program and (3) $25,000 for affordable housing in new developments.
Cindy Howard is an employee of BAE Systems. Through the HELP program, she received $20,000 in downpayment assistance ($15,000 from HELP and $5,000 from her employer) enabling her to purchase her first home.
Cindy Howard said, "It's a miracle. I'm a single parent and I just didn't think I could ever buy a house. It's a dream come true."
Paul Markwardt, Vice President and General Manager of BAE Systems said, "Attracting and retaining employees is always a priority for our company; however, this can be a challenge in the Long Island area with the high cost of housing and cost of living. "I am grateful for the Housing Partnership and happy that BAE Systems can do its part to make the program a success."
During the last five weeks, six individuals have received HELP downpayment assistance grants enabling them to purchase homes. In addition, HELP has provided $150,000 to place six new homeowners in affordable houses in Central Islip, with $1.125 million pledged for another 45 affordable houses in that development. Prospectively, the LIHP has committed HELP funding for 30 more affordable houses in Massapequa.


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Nearly 200 troops, most Nigerian, took up position around the airfield and other strategic locations Monday to pave the way for a larger, 3,250-member force.
The force, deployed by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and authorized by the United Nations, faces "the very difficult task to try to bring Liberia back to normalcy," Gen. Daniel Opande, commander of the U.N. force in Sierra Leone, told the troops.
The head of the largest rebel group, Liberians United for Reconciliation and Democracy (LURD), pledged to cooperate with the new force and to withdraw from critical locations as the peacekeepers arrived.
"We are going to work with them," said LURD leader Sekou Conneh from Rome where he is attending talks with international mediators. "They should be able to provide security for civilians, then we can withdraw."
Although the LURD leadership has pledged to work with the international force, officials have expressed concern that the group may be splintering and that Conneh may not have control over commanders in the field.
Despite the reservations, word of the troops' arrival sparked huge celebrations in Monrovia. Hundreds rushed the airfield where the ECOWAS troops arrived, chanting, "We want peace."
More than a thousand civilians have died in the capital in the last few months as forces loyal to the government of President Charles Taylor battled LURD and another key rebel group, the Movement for Democracy in Liberia (MODEL).
The leaders of the new peacekeeping force said they recognized the high expectations that awaited them in Liberia.
"We know everyone is expecting us, and we hope to live up to their expectations," said the new force's chief of staff, Col. Theophilus Tawiah of Ghana.
Off the coast, two of three American warships carrying 2,300 U.S. Marines took up position Monday. Their mission is to aid the West African soldiers, but it was unclear if any of the Americans would come ashore during the deployment.
The African peacekeepers will work to stabilize the capital and then move to other major cities, Nigerian Brig. Gen. Festus Okonkwo, the commander of the force, told reporters late Sunday.
"We are going in with as much troops as possible," Okonkwo said. "We know that the situation is bad in and around Monrovia."
By October 1, 2003, the ECOWAS force will hand over control of the military and political operation to a U.N. force.
Taylor, a powerful warlord who was elected president in 1997 following a devastating civil war, has promised to leave office on Aug. 11. He has not said whether he will leave the country as the U.S. and other nations have demanded.
"Charles Taylor needs to keep his promise to his people, on whom he's wreaked a lot of havoc over the years, to leave the country and allow a constitutional transfer that will ultimately lead to a political process that will help to stabilize Liberia," U.S. National Security Adviser Condoleezza Rice said on the NewsHour last week.
Officials in the Taylor government have said he will leave the country only after the arrival of the bulk of the peacekeeping force. They have also said Taylor wants the U.N. to drop a war crimes indictment issued for his support of rebels in neighboring Sierra Leone's bloody civil war.
More than 100,000 Liberians have died since Taylor's forces invaded Liberia, sparking a 14-year battle for control of the small West African nation.


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If you're a parent of a homeschooled teenager, you've probably been thinking about college for a while now! As you and your student prepare for that not-so-far-away event, now is the time to start visiting colleges that interest you. Visit colleges in the spring of your student's junior year or earlier. Colleges can look very similar on paper, with brochures full of sunny days and beautiful fall leaves. Even when pictures and statistics look the same, you really don't know what a college is like until you visit.
Let them know you're coming
Whether you visit a campus on a special-preview day or regular school day, or for an overnight visit, you should sign up with the admissions department and let its staff know you're coming. It's very easy. Most college websites will have a place to register for a visit. Don't miss this opportunity to let colleges know you're interested in them! Some colleges keep records of how often prospective students come to visit. If you decide a particular college may be "the one," and you've visited it four times, the admissions staff will look at this very favorably and value the prospective student more because of it.
Meet the admission representative
When visiting a prospective college, your student should dress neatly and be clean, pleasant, and charming. The school staff will likely be watching you just as closely as you are watching them. Students should make a point to talk to the college admission staff. It's easy for parents to take control and run the show, but this is actually a mistake. This time, your student should do most of the interacting. On the other hand, it's important for parents to find out the college's policy for homeschooled applicants and to determine what sort of records it needs from your homeschool. There are many colleges that treat homeschoolers the same as all other applicants. However, other colleges will have certain hoops that homeschoolers have to jump through—perhaps additional testing or something unique to that college. It's important to know this information up front, so make sure to ask about it during your visit.
Take a class, take a tour, and take notes
Prospective students are usually asked if they want to visit a classroom and take a campus tour. These are great opportunities—don't miss them! Choose a class that interests your student, or attend a general freshman-level class to see what the first year of college will be like. As you tour the campus, remember that the tour guide will usually show you only the places that make the school look good. Throughout all these activities, you and your student should be taking notes. Write down the details (names, classes visited, impressions, strengths, and concerns). This information will help you remember each college you visit and will provide your student with great content as they prepare their application essays.
Use your five senses
While you're visiting, use all your senses as you walk around: look, listen, feel, taste, and touch. Does this college seem like a positive environment? Can you picture your child living here for four years? Do the students appear happy and respectful? Is it a pleasant atmosphere? How does it make you feel about safety and security? Is the food healthy and appealing? Your answers might help you choose between colleges that seem to be equal on paper.
Say thank you
After each campus visit, make sure your student writes a thank-you note to the admissions staff and professors. This simple act will show the staff that the student is interested in the school. You may even help develop relationships with individuals who may become long-term mentors for your child. Both e-mailed and handwritten notes are helpful. If your child doesn't intend to go to the school, then e-mailing a thank-you note is fine. But if he or she does want to apply to the school, then a mailed thank-you note is best. Some colleges keep a record of how many contacts a prospective student makes with them, so it can actually help to write a letter by hand.
Buyer beware
Visiting a college is a critical step in finding a college for your children. Assess each college carefully. You want to know their views. You need to know whether a college with "Christian" in its name will match your family values. You can tell very little by the name of a college; you can tell only a little more from its marketing materials. You don't really know the personality of the college until you encounter it in person—during a college visit. There is no perfect college, just like there are no perfect people. But a purposeful visit can help you find the college that's best for your child.
Lee Binz is the The HomeScholar, and her mission is to help parents homeschool high school. Lee homeschooled her two sons through high school, and both earned four-year, full-tuition scholarships.
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DNR Forestry in Park Rapids loses 600 trees in Memorial Day tornado
The berm off Highway 34 shows only part of the tree damage suffered by the Park Rapids DNR Forestry office. (Sarah Smith / Enterprise)
"We aren't 100 percent sure at this point but it's probably going to be a combination of red pine and white pine" to replace the forest lost, said Mark Carlstrom, DNR Forestry supervisor.
"You look at this block and anything with big trees on it is ours. We have 13 acres."
But Carlstrom said storm damage isn't unusual any summer. "We have enough land, I've always got to deal with this. For us, it just happened close to our office. That's the only difference." A logger cleaned up the mess in a day.
Carlstrom now turns his attention to the terrestrial invasive species found in the cleared land. "The birds were dropping seeds and stuff so we're gonna have to deal with that, there's buckthorn in there and a lot of junk," he said. "So as part of this we're gonna work on cleaning that stuff off."
DNR will pull the brush and chemically eradicate the buckthorn and Mountain Ash that tend to take over. New planting will begin next spring.


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Dec 28 (Reuters) - The following are the top stories in the Wall Street Journal. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.
- General Motors Co is facing calls to add air bags as standard equipment on its popular compact cars in Mexico, mirroring broader pressure on auto makers to provide basic safety equipment even when governments don't mandate it. (on.wsj.com/1YGZlEw)
- A powerful cluster of tornadoes roared through North Texas on Saturday night, killing 11 people and causing widespread damage, police officials said. (on.wsj.com/1IxtXkG)
- China's antigraft watchdog detained the chairman of China Telecom Corp Chang Xiaobing on suspicion of "severe disciplinary violations," according to a one-sentence statement posted Sunday on the website of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, the Communist Party's top anticorruption agency. The phrase is the agency's byword for corruption allegations. (on.wsj.com/1ZvTcrC)
- Grossing a tremendous $153.5 million on its second weekend in theaters, according to studio estimates, Walt Disney Co's "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" continued to break records, including the biggest second weekend of all time. On a global basis it reached $1.09 billion this weekend and became the fastest movie in history to pass $1 billion. (on.wsj.com/1QQNiAh)
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For the first time in four years, Guns N' Roses have announced UK arena shows for the next leg of their mammoth Chinese Democracy World Tour.
This event takes place at Genting Arena, which has achieved Bronze Status for disabled access from Attitude Is Everything.
Guns N' Roses
After rising to fame in the late '80s, gaining worldwide recognition with their hit single 'Sweet Child O' Mine', the band went on to release five albums including the double 'Use Your Illusion I' and 'Use Your Illusion II', which was the first in history to walk off with both top spots on the Billboard chart. VHI has also named 'Welcome to the Jungle' Best Hard Rock Song - a fitting accolade for such a rock anthem.
Guns N' Roses' most recent release, and fifth studio album, Chinese Democracy went straight to the top of the charts in thirteen countries, as well as going platinum in 15. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012, GNR are still the most talked about hard rock band of the past 20 years.
Rock legends? You'd better believe it.
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Morphettville was once again the home to eight exciting races today March 26, 2011, and here at Races.com.au you will find the Morphettville race day results.
The first group race of the day began in Race 3 when Triple Honour took out the Group 3 The Janz.
Triple honour, who was favourite for the $115,000 race, won the 2011 The Janz in stunning style, blitzing his nearest competition by three lengths.
The Group 1 Australasian Oaks was won in astounding fashion by Peter Moody's Lights Of Heaven.
The three-year-old filly, who was $2.40 favourite to win the race at Luxbet, has now won four races in a row and remains unbeaten across her career.
Response won the headline event of the day, the Group 1 Robert Sangster Stakes, ahead of the favourite, Beaded.
Response has now won four of her 13 race starts and is sure to find more success in the remainder of the Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival.
Morphettville Race Day Results – Saturday March 26
Morphettville Race 1 Results – Sportingbet Handicap
#3 Public Holiday from #7 Generous Beau, #6 War Ends and #10 Honourable Kind
Morphettville Race 2 Results – Allan Scott Park Morphettville Handicap
#7 Amy's Glen from #1 Obsidan Dragon, #4 North Beach and #2 Belfast Boy
Morphettville Race 3 Results – The Janz
#3 Triple Asset from #6 Win For Wilson, #7 Gone Skiing and #2 More Awesome
Morphettville Race 4 Results – Parlamat Manihi Classic
#10 Conservatorium from #4 Dr Doute's, #9 Mother's Milk and #12 Goon Serpent
Morphettville Race 5 Results – Schweppes Adelaide Guineas
#12 Booklet from #10 Ain'tnofallenstar, #8 Willow Creek and #2 Population
Morphettville Race 6 Results – Australasian Oaks
#3 Lights Of Heaven from #6 Absolutely, #2 Southern Speed and #8 Jeter
Morphettville Race 7 Results – Robert Sangster Stakes
#3 Response from #2 Beaded, #9 Miss Octopussy and #8 Valentine Miss
Morphettville Race 8 Results – Boag's Draught Handicap
#3 Lightly Spiced from #11 Beldara, #1 Kenny Kid and #10 Ace Or Joka


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Minister urged to back integrated education for all
Northern Ireland's education minister has been told to "step up to the plate" and pave the way for an integrated system of learning for children.
John O'Dowd was on Sunday night urged to help roll out out integrated schools here by Alliance education spokesman Trevor Lunn.
Consultation is taking place over a mass shake-up of post-primary education, with the latest proposals made public last week.
With International Integrated Education Week getting under way today, Mr Lunn called on Mr O'Dowd to back an integrated system after a poll last week showed 79% of people here support all-inclusive education.
"There is an opportunity for Government and the minister to show he means it in terms of integrated education," Mr Lunn, Alliance MLA for Lagan Valley, told the Belfast Telegraph.
"Clearly there is a public appetite to see our children educated together. It is time to step up to the plate on integrated education."
This year's event takes on an international flavour with children from across the world joining with integrated schools here in promoting the work of their schools in encouraging respect and reconciliation through education.
The Northern Ireland Council for Integrated Education (NICIE) said it hopes to "create a Tweet storm" in favour of the system, with social media.
The event was launched on Friday in Ballycastle, where the first radio signals were sent in 1898.
A NICIE spokeswoman said: "Children and young people will explore their place in the local and international world.
"They will share their experiences of how they have been connecting to other countries."
In Northern Ireland around 93% of children attend schools which are exclusively or predominately Catholic or Protestant. The first integrated school here, Lagan College, opened in 1981. There are currently 62 integrated schools in Northern Ireland, 20 second level colleges and 42 integrated primaries, educating 21,000-plus pupils.
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Back in August 2012 Walmart kicked off the "Scan & Go" pilot program. The initial availability was limited to just one location in Bentonville, Arkansas, however Walmart has recently announced an expansion. In short, the program will soon be available in more than 200 stores. This is up from the current count of 70.
For those not familiar with Walmart's Scan & Go, this is essentially an as-you-go self check-out process. You actually scan the barcode on your items as you add them to your cart. This has the obvious perk of being able to easily keep track of your spending, however it also allows you to bypass the regular register and pay at the self-checkout line. Walmart has said that "more than half of the customers who have tried the "Scan & Go" feature have used it more than once."
While this sounds interesting enough, it is not yet anything that Android users will be able to take advantage of. You see, the Scan & Go program requires the smartphone user to be running an app. As you have likely guessed, that app is currently available only for iOS. There is some good news for Android users, Walmart has promised an Android app is coming. We have yet to learn a specific timeframe, however Walmart has said that it "should be out soon."
In keeping with the growing Scan & Go program, Walmart also has plans to add self-checkout registers in additional stores. At this time self-checkout registers are in about 1,500 stores and the retailer has plans to add those in another 1,000 to 1,500 stores before the end of the year. Of course, while the doubling of the self-checkout registers and the Scan & Go going to 200 stores — those numbers still fall short of the more than 4,000 total Walmart locations.
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Van Meter Hall
Designed by Moore and Hutchins
Completed 1949
Renovations 1999 by Ziger/Snead
On June 14, 1947, cornerstones were laid for three buildings on the Towson campus. Among these three was the Humanities Building, later named Van Meter Hall. Alumnae and trustee Lulie Poole Hooper, class of 1896, laid the cornerstone for the building, designed by Moore and Hutchins. Due to financial constraints, the ground floor would be built first and the rest as funding became available.
Miss Lulie Poole Hooper, class of 1896, lays the cornerstone for Van Meter Hall, 1947
The Faculty Planning Committee was very involved in the planning of the Humanities Building, because, along with the science building begun at the same time, it was the first academic building on the new campus. The Humanities Building was to accommodate all classes that did not need labs. To ensure the building fit their needs, the humanities departments presented to the Faculty Planning Committee their requests for offices, classrooms, and lecture halls. Moore and Hutchins then designed the building to meet the faculty's needs, to be constructed in stages, and to reflect the style of Mary Fisher Hall. Harry Hudgins, who built Mary Fisher Hall, also constructed the Humanities Building.
The ground floor of the Humanities Building opened the third term of the 1947-48 school year. Although uncompleted, the ground floor section was thoroughly useable and several classes were taught in the new building, providing some of the first classrooms on the Towson campus.
Students resting on the steps of Van Meter Hall, ca. 1950s
Early in the development, the alumnae decided that the Humanities Building would be their gift to the College. As a result, they undertook the fundraising process for the building. Lead by Florence Hooper, class of 1907, and Hester Wagner, class of 1921, the alumnae donated 300,000 dollars to the building, and therefore the building was initially known as the Alumnae Gift Building. Although the gift of the alumnae did not cover the total costs of construction, which was $541,980, their contributions allowed the College to quickly complete the building. Furthermore, due to their gift, the alumnae were given the honor of naming the building, and they chose to name it for Dean John Blackford Van Meter, the first Dean of the College. Van Meter Hall was completed and dedicated in the fall of 1949. It was not fully occupied until Goucher Hall on the City campus was sold the following year and all classes were forced to relocate to the new building. Upon completion, it had 17 classrooms, 17 faculty offices, an art studio, speech studio, lounges, conference room, and a lecture hall. Until the College Center was built in 1962, Van Meter housed the administrative offices of the College.
In the summer of 1997, Van Meter Hall was closed down for the school year for major renovations. Designed by Ziger/Snead of Baltimore, the renovations enhanced the existing building by extending the wing of faculty offices, reconfiguring classrooms and offices, and adding a new larger lecture hall. A new stair tower became the focal point of the building, and this addition included an elevator. All the classrooms were modernized and made compatible with digital technology and the number of classrooms increased from 16 to 18 and faculty offices from 47 to 52. Van Meter was also connected to the Heating and Cooling Plant. Reopened in 1998, over fifty years since the building was first occupied, the renovations, which greatly improved the learning environment, received the 1998 Excellence in Design Award from the Baltimore Chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
The stair tower of Van Meter following renovations, 2008
Currently Includes:
Faculty Offices
Lecture Hall
Muuss and Velder Lobby
Office of the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies
Welch Center for Graduate and Professional Studies
Service Learning Office
Faculty Lounge
Video Studio
The Van- a grab and go food kiosk
Art Slides Collection
Undergraduate Academic Departments:
Communications and Media Studies
History and Historic Preservation
International Relations
Judaic Studies
Modern Languages
Peace Studies
Philosophy and Religion
Political Science
Sociology and Anthropology
Women's Studies
Writing Programs
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Stop Pretending that Your Blog Isn't About Your Ego
The following is a 200 word post inspired by a discussion with @TomCopy about self-promotion, blogging and ego.
Too many people think self-promotion is a bad thing. That you shouldn't ever submit your own content, that you should spend your days promoting other people's work, that the world will do you a favour.
They think that blogging isn't about your ego.
They're wrong.
Stop Pretending – Your Blog is All About Your Ego
If you didn't honestly think that you were clever/experienced/fascinating enough for people to learn from, you wouldn't be blogging. So stop pretending you're doing this for charity. And start embracing your ego.
Why Your Ego is Good for your Blog
Creating Great Content – Your ego drives you to be the best. Which means you're constantly trying to prove yourself. How? By creating great content.
Spreading the Word – The world doesn't owe you a favour. If you're not egotistical enough to promote your own work, nobody else will.
Creating Authority – The number one tip for new bloggers is to write with authority. And who's more authoritative than someone who can convince you that they know it all?
So, what do you think? Should we all embrace our egos, or is it time for bloggers to show a little humility? Please, share your thoughts.
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Good post (and not just because it came from my tweet).
I suppose some might argue that blogging is about self-expression, as distinct from ego. A lot of my posts are certainly things I want to get off my chest – but I feel a bit embarrassed if no-one is that interested in them. A blog is a way to get some social 'stroking' and validation from people in your extended circle, so it's always egocentric in that sense. And you're quite right that getting a positive response is about proving yourself.
For freelances like me, it's also a business necessity. As you obviously know, a blog is really the only way to get links in decent volume over the long term, whether through guest posts or just pingbacks. So the quality of the blog, and the quantity of visitors, is key to building SEO profile, which has a direct influence on new business enquiries.
That means striking the tricky balance between pimping your own stuff and irritating your audience, which I still struggle with. Just how many tweets is enough?
The best way to mitigate that is to offer real value, whether by researching new info, compiling or reworking existing info, sharing original opinion or just entertaining the audience. If you can do one or more of those things, you can justifiably claim to be 'sharing' rather than just bigging yourself up. The worst blogs are transparently self-promotional, while the best are valuable resources that are still very much for and about their authors.
Like you, I really can't understand the unwritten rule against sharing your own stuff. Recently, I've had very positive responses to older posts that I've re-shared. While people do occasionally pick up older posts that way, I think it's too much to expect people to trawl through my back pages looking for gems. So I see nothing wrong with pushing golden oldies to my more recent followers.
On Twitter at least, a lot of Tweets without links can be more egocentric than those with. People talking about their own successes – client wins, press coverage, awards – annoys me far more than pushing a blog post. A blog post is, in theory at least, a considered, developed argument. A 'look at me' tweet is genuinely shallow self-promotion.
Now click the link to visit my blog and read all my posts. They're fantastic!
I agree that ego is one motivation to produce great content, but it also includes identifying hot topics that lots of people will want and perhaps share with their friends and followers. A point Tom eluded to in his article, err comment.
Ego is not a four letter word. Everything we do is about ego, like it or not. Even this comment, otherwise why would I be making it – I believe what I think is of interest to someone, which boosts my ego.
For some reason this discussion of ego and old, missed posts brought up this Flaming Lips song in my head:
I was wanting you to love me
But your love it never came
All the other love around me
Was just wasting all away
I must have been tripping
Was just wasting all away
Just ego tripping
I was waiting on a moment
But the moment never came
But the moment never came
I imagine little anthropomorphic blog posts crying and singing woefully. But I digress.
There's nothing wrong with seeking out some online love and attention for your ego, your business, appreciation of your self-expression or whatever other 'egotistical' motives might go into blogging.
And speaking of ego and blogging, I don't know why CommentLuv never picks up the posts for my B. Ligerent blog. I need to get that figured out.
Interesting discussion going on here. I totally support talented people who have mastered the art of subtle self-promotion. I believe that all people are good at something, and I don't think there is anything wrong with sharing your strengths via blogging or any other medium, for that matter. I think that's how we grow and improve, learn and evolve. I also think it's important to remember that there are people out there who are better at what we do than ourselves, and we should remain humble nonetheless. It's also a good idea to keep in mind how we got to where we are today, and what the journey was like for us in the beginning of our careers or lives in general. That makes charitable blogging far more philanthropic, since we can still relate to someone who is just starting down a similar path. Hopefully that inspires us to share our knowledge and reach out to others in an effort to help them out, before anything else.
Just my two cents. Enjoyed reading this post, as well as the comments.
Precisely! There are few things in the world that are done without purpose. For sure, blogging isn't one of them.
It's rather difficult to separate yourself from your ego – so why pretend that what you do isn't tied to it? Humility definitely has its place in our lives but if you have a modest view of your importance then how are you going to pull off having a successful blog – much less get others to read what you wrote.
It's a funny thing. You'll get the most back from giving something that makes people think. Or giggle. You know, the visceral connection stuff – giving something people want to share cos it's good. The ego might always be looking for a pat on the back for being terribly clever, but it's quality that brings the most back in. Ego always falls on it's arse in the end.
Anyway, I'm ace.
I'm so full of myself I have my own Zipcode… and a blog
I think a lot of small business owners write their blogs against their will because they have been told they must by their design agencies. For them it's not about ego and it's often not something they really want to do.
That said, I write my blog because it shows how utterly ace I am too!
Good post.
This really gives me confidence in writing. Ego's are the one that drives writer to be at their best. But if it is their ego that drives them to stop on writing because of a one mistake they did. Egos may not be a help at all. But having your ego is good because as you said its creating authority & spreading the word.
Thanks for sharing.
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Cupertino resident and former mayor Patrick Kwok has been selected as the new chairman of the board for Asian Americans for Community Involvement. The former mayor will serve as top member of the board through June 30 of next year.
Kwok served on the Cupertino City Council in the mid-2000s through 2007 before stepping down to serve as a board member of the Santa Clara Valley Water District. He has more than 45 years of water resources management experience and retired from the city of San Jose's Environmental Services Department.
Kwok is a registered civil engineer and holds masters degrees in civil engineering and public administration. He has served on numerous other boards and committees including the Chinese Historical and Cultural Project, Northwest YMCA, League of California Cities, Cupertino Rotary and the Bay Area Water Quality Management District.
Kwok has also been the recipient of AACI's Gordon N. Chan Leadership Award, the Northwest YMCA Veteran Golden Triangle Award and a Cupertino CREST Award. The city-issued award recognizes Cupertino residents who take the extra step to serve their community.
Kwok joined the Asian Americans for Community Involvement's board in 2009. Kwok has been married to his wife, Susan, for 48 years and has six children and 14 grandchildren. He emigrated from Hong Kong in 1968.
"AACI is honored to have Patrick Kwok leading our board of directors during this time of organizational growth," said Michele Lew, AACI President and CEO in a press statement. "Patrick is passionate about AACI's focus on supporting healthy lives and building healthy communities."
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O'Brien resigns as Water Authority commissioner
By Robert J. McCarthy
Christopher J. O'Brien, a Buffalo attorney who had made reforming the Erie County Water Authority a priority during a brief tenure as a commissioner, resigned Tuesday.
The Buffalo News today obtained a copy of O'Brien's resignation letter, in which he cites time demands on his family and law practive. O'Brien also said he believed the time was right for him to leave.
"We have now appointed a new executive director and have set a budget for the next five years," he said, "so I believe this is the proper time for me to turn over the duties to another qualified individual."
O'Brien's move now sets the stage for the new Republican majority in the County Legislature to flex its muscles far before O'Brien's term was set to expire.


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Koumas quits Wales over injury problems
Wales midfielder Jason Koumas has quit international football three days before his country's World Cup qualifier against Russia.
The Wigan player, who has struggled for several months with hamstring problems, believes he can extend his Premier League career only by taking the maximum rest time between matches.
Wrexham-born Koumas informed Wales boss John Toshack of his decision yesterday, conscious that his injury would rule him out of Wednesday's Millennium Stadium clash anyway.
Koumas has taken a similar line to former Wales captain Ryan Giggs, who also quit to extend his first-team career at Manchester United.
Koumas has won 34 caps and would almost certainly have retired before next year's Euro 2012 qualifiers — but with just away games against Finland and Liechtenstein to follow the Russia game in World Cup Qualifying Group Four, he decided now was the time.
Toshack accepted the decision and told the 29-year-old he wishes him well with his future career at Wigan and thanked him for his services to Wales.
Koumas made his Wales debut against Ukraine in 2001 and has scored 10 goals for his country. He has made his decision, it is believed, after discussions with new Wigan boss Roberto Martinez.
Sadly, Koumas never fulfilled his early potential for his country. He had an unfortunate reputation for failing to play in away games, believed to have been partly caused by a fear of flying.
This week, it was clear Koumas was struggling for fitness — when Toshack reported: "This is a worrying injury; we have had reports from Wigan to that effect."
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More than 1,000 people rallied in Ottawa today to protest the federal government's approach to aboriginal Canadians.
They are calling it a day of resistance. While aboriginal people and supporters arrived by the busload on Parliament Hill, protesters also took to the streets in Kahnawake, Saskatoon, Sudbury and Winnipeg.
The protesters said they are frustrated about the federal government's proposed education reforms for First Nations, and about Ottawa's refusal to call a national inquiry into missing and murdered aboriginal women.
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"When people are starting to be desperate, you see people like this turn out on the street," said Ontario Regional Chief for the Assembly of First Nations Stan Beardy.
"I think we'll see more and more of that. People are getting very desperate."
The protesters are determined to be listened to, something they say the Conservative government isn't doing. The poverty, social and health problems continue for many, both on and off reserve.
For Kitigan Zibi Chief Gilbert Whiteduck, change will happen if Canadians realize one thing.
"When First Nations are doing better, Canada is doing better," he said.
First Nations education
This morning, dozens of Kahnawake Mohawks marched along Highway 138 toward the Mercier Bridge, before heading to Ottawa to join the protest on Parliament Hill.
'It was very important to my mom to bring the culture and the language back and it did come back, people know who they are and this bill is gonna do the exact opposite.' - Diane Beauvais
They carried signs that read "Kill Bill 33" and "Protect our education." Many of the protesters were students who say the bill is an insult.
"It's our culture and I don't think they should take that away from us," said Rihanna Dibo, a Grade 9 student at Kahnawake Survival School. She is afraid the proposed changes would take away her language and culture classes
Diane Beauvais is also worried. Her mother was instrumental in introducing culture and language classes in schools
"It was very important to my mom to bring the culture and the language back and it did come back, people know who they are and this bill is gonna do the exact opposite," said Beauvais. "It's going to turn it around."
She said schools in Kahnawake are constantly improving their graduation and literacy rates, and what they need from the government is financial support ... without interference in their curriculum.
Chiefs from across Canada are in Ottawa to craft an official response to the proposed First Nations control of First Nations education act.
For his part, AFN Quebec Regional Chief Ghislain Picard said the bill is unacceptable.
"It's one ideology imposing its way to another one," said Picard.
Chiefs plan to unveil their formal position on the legislation at the end of the month.
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The Absconding
The Bachelorette is twenty-five eligible bachelors competing to win the hand of a single woman. There is an elimination ceremony at the end of every episode, and the Bachelorette agonizes over her decision. These bachelors are men of rare distinction. Attractive and broad-shouldered, they practice karate, speak Italian, hunt for truffles. They woo the comely Bachelorette against increasingly lavish backdrops. They dine on tropical beaches and in medieval courtyards surrounded by thousands of candles. They take helicopter rides. Each date is an opportunity for endless rumination about misunderstandings, expectations, and feelings of insecurity. Around the third or fourth date the Bachelorette starts asking the bachelors if they are willing to move.
"The Rose Ceremony is a ritual as ancient as mankind himself," says thirty-one year old Vincent at a casting session in a steakhouse in Cincinnati, "Going back all the way to Eve being tempted by the big snake."
The panel learns that Vincent enjoys shooting pool, has worked in information technology, and if something bad came out about him it would be his arrest at the culmination of a feud with some former neighbors. He has never been convicted of a felony, and wants to be a comic book creator. He does not smoke. He tells them he really likes sex and drama, and he's sure if he got on the show he'd really stir things up.
"I'm a passionate, emotional guy, who's crazy about showing his feelings," Vincent says. "I model myself on the films of Nicholas Cage. He really feels! Just like me."
He is flown to Los Angeles with twenty-four other bachelors and two alternates. The contestants are told their Bachelorette is the third-runner up from the previous season of The Bachelor, a former professional cheerleader. The producers confiscate their watches, passports, and phones.
"We need your clothes. Don't worry, you get them back at the end," a production assistant tells Kyle, an advertising account executive who is reluctant to part with his bolo tie. "And you're getting your teeth bleached and a haircut."
The bachelors don unwieldy sunglasses. Their lips are propped open in ghoulish smiles with cheek retractors. A dental clinic stays open past midnight laser whitening their teeth. The mood in the waiting room is grim. Stripped of their phones, it is the first time most of the contestants are meeting. They eye one another and flip through Men's Health.
At the inaugural cocktail party Vincent sidles up to the Bachelorette and whispers something suggestive. Responding instantly, the Bachelorette licks her upper lip and purrs an Alveolar trill. She presents Vincent with the First Impression Rose. The producers are puzzled. They thought the recipient of the First Impression Rose would be Jesse, an entrepreneur from Warren, MI, or the black-haired, grey-eyed restaurateur Malone, an angry, lantern-jawed drunk from Barrington, RI.
Vincent monopolizes the Bachelorette during a group date in Las Vegas. He tells an explicit story about losing his virginity on a motorboat. He impersonates Robert De Niro in Cape Fear and sticks his thumb in the Bachelorette's mouth. The producers refuse to give him a one-on-one date with the Bachelorette. She abseils down the Citigroup Center with Mitchell from Park Ridge, IL, and visits a vineyard in the Napa Valley with Malone. The Bachelorette is flat and completely disinterested. Dangling above Bunker Hill in a harness, she cringes away when the helmeted Mitchell leans in for a kiss.
The production moves to France. Motorways, forests, and rolling hills race past the tinted windows of their coaches and trains. The weeks unfold in a miasma of boat rides, forced laughter, market visits, and bottles of wine. At night the jet lagged bachelors wake up parched and disoriented, overwhelmed with terror and despair.
They are comfort eating. They eat chocolate croissants every morning, and devour cheese plates and bowls of potato dauphinoise. The crew encourages them to use the fitness equipment in the hotels, but the bachelors have grown saturnine, shuffling from their rooms to graze on crusty loafs of butter and jambon like broken circus animals. They call one another "bro," and exchange low-key high-fives at the slightest pretext. Malone gets blind drunk and punches a wall in Valence. When he goes up in a hot air balloon with the Bachelorette the next day he's wearing a brace on his hand.
There is a cocktail party before the Rose Ceremony, where the bachelors can petition the Bachelorette for a reprieve. The Bachelorette always ignores everyone except Vincent. She sits on his knee, and they neck; long, slow, deep, full-tongue kisses, which make everyone else feel awkward. In a week the production will return to America so the Bachelorette can meet the families of the three finalists. The almost-lovers are frantic at the thought of a prolonged separation, and Vincent is almost out of his mind with jealousy.
He absconds with the Bachelorette in Lyon. The producers have their passports and bank cards but suspect the principals were hoarding their per diem. The show's host arrives at the bachelors' hotel wearing blue jeans, and gravely breaks the news to Ryan, Laszlo, and Malone. One by one, they are cast before the cameras to display their wretchedness.
Vincent and the Bachelorette hide in plain sight. They buy wine, an opener, and a bag of madeleines in a Petit Casino near the hotel. They spend the day on a quai of the Rhone watching the ducks and the riverboats and different patterns of sunlight on the surface of the water.
"I'm not a comic book artist," Vincent tells the Bachelorette. "That blog was completely made up for the show."
"That's okay," she replies, "I'm not really a Hospital Events Coordinator."
Bells peal. The cobblestones rattle when cars and scooters roar up and down the narrow roads. They stroll past churches, marble fountains, galleries, newsagents, bars, and kebab shops. Storefronts display mink teddy bears, suede ballet slippers with pink leather petunias on the toes, and porcelain tea sets with hammered gold tops. Shelves are stacked with handmade chocolates, raspberry truffles, and fruit brandies from Switzerland. One window is given over to green objects: green rhinestone shoes, green silk underwear, a belt made from green clay discs, and three green baby bottles filled with lotion for men, each item costing hundreds of euros.
They call each other Tomas and Karin. The Bachelorette's highlights have faded and Vincent has grown a moustache and a beard. They try to have a peek at the French newspapers every day and have never seen anything about themselves. They visited an internet café and learned the network has filed a one hundred million dollar breach of contract lawsuit. The Bachelorette found an issue of People with a story about them but Vincent said it wasn't safe to keep it.
They have both started smoking. Vincent stops outside a bar and tries to cadge a cigarette off the patrons. He has picked up some French, though not as much as the Bachelorette. No one will give him a cigarette.
"Walking is still free!" he says to the Bachelorette.
Their footsteps echo in humid stone passages. Spiral stairways rise up from small round courtyards with wells. Vines tumble over peach and mustard walls marked with graffiti. A nun in a grey habit and orthopedic shoes trudges past them holding a basket of vegetables. Twilight encroaches. Blue clouds mass at the horizon of the white sky like a mountain range.


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(Las Vegas, NV) — The woman known as the "Marilyn Monroe of Burlesque" has died in Sin City.
Eighty-six-year-old Dixie Evans passed away at an assisted care facility after suffering a stroke earlier this year.
Evans performed during the 1950's and 60's in clubs around the country, attracting such notables as Frank Sinatra and Joe DiMaggio.
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"This dramatic sequel to Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry is a powerful novel, capable of touching readers of any age." (The Christian Science Monitor)
"Narrator not as good as 1st in series..."
My daughter loved Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry in this series. Ms. Lynne Thigpen narrated it to perfection. Unfortunately, this narrator, Ms. Johnson, does not live up to Thigpen's performance. My daughter would not finish listening to this audiobook as she said the narrator's voice annoyed her and took away from the story. Now, I understand why some sellers on Amazon are asking for $200 or so (ouch!) for the CD set with Ms. Thigpen as the much better narrator. I wonder why Audible used this inferior narrator for all the other books in the series, except Roll of Thunder. How unfortunate!!! I would advise listeners to skip this audiobook and get the book instead, unless you can find a reasonably priced CD with Lynne Thigpen as narrator.
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i had to read this book for school, but i would certainly recommend this book to anyone who is interested in learning about racial discrimination.
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"Good story...not so great narrating"
After hearing Lynn Thigpen's narrating, it was hard to get used to Ms. Johnson's voice. She doesn't sound authentic to the story and tended to "overact" in my opinion which sometimes distracted from the story.
"This trilogy goes full circle"
This sequel to "Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry" did not disappoint. It continued to add on factors that you think would break this family, but they pulled through the difficult times. I didn't realize this book would include "coming of age' material, and would have liked to know that before listening to it with all of our children, but it wasn't so heavy that we had to turn it off. What we did have to turn off was the graphic nature of the white supremesists at the latter part of the book. It got a little too detailed and suspenseful for little ears, as did the language. But, even as an adult, we were always eager to hear the next part of how this family survived these difficult times of maltreatment and suppresion.
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IOWA CITY, Iowa, Jan. 19 (UPI) -- Greg Brunner had 17 points and 23 rebounds Wednesday night as No. 25 Iowa beat Minnesota, 76-72, in triple overtime.
Erek Hansen had a career-high 20 points and six rebounds; Jeff Horner registered 10 points, 10 rebounds and five assists; and Adam Haluska added 12 points and four rebounds for the Hawkeyes (14-4, 3-1 Big Ten), who won their third straight game despite going 1-for-20 on three-point shots.
Maurice Hargrow had 16 points and six rebounds; Vincent Grier had 15 points and 10 rebounds; Adam Boone scored 14 points; and Jonathan Williams added 11 points and 10 rebounds for the Golden Gophers (9-6, 0-4), who have lost four straight games.
Iowa out-rebounded Minnesota, 51-49, and committed 16 turnovers to 14 by the Gophers.


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A City Full of Design is more than just the motto of the largest Austrian design festival Vienna Design Week. It is a true reflection of the reality of the event where the city itself breathes and lives design. Taking place throughout various locations around town, the festival showcases the multitude of facets of design and production in our everyday lives, be it as an aesthetic background, cultural identification or purposeful usage. There is so much to explore, from workshops, performances, exhibits, or tours, we suggest you get cracking on the programme and go for total immersion!
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