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Everything suggests that 2015 will remain a watershed year for the environment and sustainable development in Africa. The goal of COP21 was to reach a legally binding and universal agreement on climate change. Taking cognizance, in particular, of the development needs of the second largest continent in the world. This continent possesses a very significant share of the world's natural resources, both renewable and non-renewable, as shown by figures provided by the African Development Bank (AfDB). Africa possesses:
Everything suggests that 2015 will remain a watershed year for the environment and sustainable development in Africa. The goal of COP21 was to reach a legally binding and universal agreement on climate change. Taking cognizance, in particular, of the development needs of the second largest continent in the world. This continent possesses a very significant share of the world's natural resources, both renewable and non-renewable, as shown by figures provided by the African Development Bank (AfDB). Africa possesses:
about 30% of the world's mineral reserves; 8% of the world's natural gas reserves; 12% of its oil reserves;
40% of its gold;
80 to 90% of its chrome and platinum; 65% of the world's arable land;
10% of the renewable internal sources of fresh water.
The African fisheries sector is valued at 24 billion dollars.
Natural capital is a critical asset, especially for low-income countries. Water, hydrologic regulation, soil fertility, biodiversity, climate change adaptation, etc., underpin the development of Africa's economic sectors in the same way as energy, tourism and agriculture.
In 2012, natural resources accounted for 77% of total exports and 42% of government revenue. Over 70% of people living in Sub- Saharan Africa depend on forests and woodlands for their livelihoods. Land in Africa is an economic development asset as well as a primary sociocultural resource. However, key natural capital assets continue to be used in an unsustainable manner. This means that the stream of economic and social benefits generated from these resources is being reduced over time. The AfDB reports that parts of Africa lose 50 tonnes of soil per hectare per year, which substantially reduces agricultural productivity and rural incomes. Fish catches have reduced substantively due to unsustainable levels of fishing, including illegal fishing. Deforestation continues to be a major challenge.
There is an urgent need to step up regional and national efforts and to consider natural capital valuation in decision-making in order to harness the full potential of Africa's rich endowments and to employ the competitive advantage offered as an engine for inclusive economic growth.
At the same time we need to be proud of what we have achieved. Today, all 54 African states have the established structures and mechanisms required to achieve sound natural resources management. But the harsh impacts of climate change pose an imminent danger to human life and may challenge what has already been achieved. Science shows that Africa is the continent where the rapidly changing climate will deviate earlier from what is regarded as "normal" elsewhere, making adaptation a matter of urgency.
The latest edition of the Africa's Adaptation Gap report shows that in extensive areas of Africa, the rise in temperature will exceed 2°C in the last two decades of this century, creating a predictable serious impact on agricultural production, food security, human health and, of course, the availability of water.
In a 4˚C world, projections for Africa suggest sea levels could rise faster than the global average and reach 80 cm above current levels by 2100 along the Indian and Atlantic Ocean coastlines, with particularly high numbers of people at risk of flooding in the coastal cities of Mozambique, Tanzania, Cameroon, Egypt, Senegal and Morocco. Under these scenarios, adaptation costs will reach US$50 billion annually by 2050. The only insurance against climate change impacts is concerted global mitigation action with increasing financing.
The 30 years of the vienna convention
The year 2015 also marks the thirtieth anniversary of the Vienna Convention, a major landmark in the protection of the ozone layer. The efforts, commitment, collaboration and action since then thanks to the Montreal Protocol which followed in 1989 continue to serve as a model for united action globally. The Montreal Protocol has so far led to the phase-out of 98% of the historic levels of production and consumption of ozone-depleting substances globally. Up to 2 million cases of skin cancer may be prevented each year by 2030. It is an illustration of what humanity is capable of achieving when nations reconcile their different needs and act as one on a global challenge.
The African countries should be proud of their immense contribution to global efforts to protect the ozone layer. All 54 countries in Africa are parties to the Convention and its Protocol and all of its amendments, and have demonstrated unyielding commitment. UNEP supports and works closely with them. Over the years, the Multilateral Fund for the Implementation of the Montreal Protocol has provided African countries with US$286 million for the phase-out of over 23,700 tonnes of ozone-depleting substances. This includes over US$32 million supporting National Ozone Units in 53 countries. The Fund is also supporting the world's newest country, South Sudan, in phasing out controlled substances by providing funding for institutional assistance and for preparation of a phase-out plan that would be funded once it has been completed. With the Fund's assistance, African countries were able to completely phase out the consumption of ozone-depleting substances chlorofluorocarbons, halons and carbon tetrachloride ahead of schedule.
Now there is a new challenge: HFCs. Like the ozone-depleting substances they replace, most HFCs are potent greenhouse gases (GG). Though HFCs currently represent only a small fraction of the total greenhouse gas emissions, their global-warming-potential is very high and their emissions could rise even up to 40% of annual carbon dioxide emissions by the middle of the century if they continue to be used.
Not only does energy efficiency lead to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, but it can also increase productivity and sustainability through energy savings. It also contributes to supporting social development by increasing employment and energy security. For example:
It is estimated that between 2015 and 2030, energy efficiency improvements worldwide could avoid at least 2.5-3.3 Gt CO2 annually.
About half the countries in the world have national policies for promoting more efficient use of energy in buildings.
A growing number of national policies promote electricity generation using renewable sources, reducing transport demand and modes, reducing industry-related emissions and advancing sustainable agriculture.
Such transformational policies present great opportunities for Africa.
From oil tax levies in Algeria and forest rehabilitation in Burkina Faso, to bio-trade in Namibia and organic exports in Uganda, Africa's green economy transition is already underway and reaping sustainable dividends across the continent.
The new Green Economy Africa Synthesis study, conducted across 10 African countries, shows that despite real gross domestic product (GDP) increases across Africa of, on average, 5.1% a year over the last 10 years, social and economic challenges remain acute: 48.5% of Sub-Saharan Africans live in extreme poverty, 76% of households are not connected to the grid, and 70% do not have access to improved sanitation.
The report makes clear that green investments can not only drive economic growth faster than standard investments, but represent a valuable opportunity for Africa to develop its enormous sustainable, renewable and untapped resources. Africa receives 325 days per year of sunlight and is using less than 7% of its hydroelectric potential, and less than 2% of its geothermal capacity.
Many African countries are beginning to wake up to this potential. For example, green investments in renewable energy development in Burkina Faso are expected to yield an increase in electricity generation from renewables 180% greater than traditional investments. In South Africa, a new Green Economy Accord is set to create 300,000 green jobs by 2020. In Egypt, a shift to a green economy pathway could lead to annual savings of over US$1.3 billion in the agriculture sector and US$1.1 billion in the water sector, as well as a 13% reduction in CO2 emissions, and a 40 per cent reduction in water consumption.
The illegal trade in wildlife and forest crimes
It is becoming standard practice for Africa to celebrate its Environment Day on 3 March in combination with World Wildlife Day. Its theme in 2015 is: "It's time to get serious about wildlife crime".
There is indeed an urgent need to curb the illegal trade in threatened species of wildlife and timber across Africa. Once an emerging threat, wildlife and forest crime today has transformed into one of the largest transnational organised criminal activities alongside drug trafficking, arms, and trafficking in human beings. Beyond immediate environmental impacts, the illegal trade in natural resources is depriving developing economies of billions of dollars in lost revenues.
Combined estimates from the Organisation for Economic Co- operation and Development (OECD), the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), UNEP and Interpol place the monetary value of all environmental crime — which includes logging, poaching and trafficking of a wide range of animals, illegal fisheries, illegal mining and dumping of toxic waste — at between US$70 and US$213 billion each year. This is equivalent to global development assistance of around US$135 billion.
A UN-Interpol report released last year found that wildlife and forest crime plays a serious role in financing organised crime and non-state armed groups, including terrorist organizations. The report highlights poaching across many species, including tigers, elephants, rhinos, great apes and Saiga antelopes.
The number of elephants killed in Africa annually is in the range of 20,000 to 25,000 elephants per year out of a population of 420,000 to 650,000. For the forest elephant, the population declined by an estimated 62% between 2002 and 2011. Poached African ivory may represent an end-user street value in Asia of US$165 to US$188 million of raw ivory, in addition to ivory from Asian sources. CITES reports that 1,215 rhinos were poached in South Africa alone in 2014 - this translates to one rhino killed every eight hours. The illicit traffic in live great apes is an increasingly serious threat to chimpanzees, gorillas, orangutans and bonobos in Africa and Asia, with seizures averaging 1.3 per week since 2014.
Owing to the complexity of the illegal wildlife trade, a diverse response is required, involving a range of legal measures, including regulation, legislation and enforcement, environmental management, consumer and demand reduction strategies, and the promotion of alternative livelihood opportunities for those involved.
The world stands at a cross roads. Pivotal to the success of international efforts to move forward on climate change and sustainable development will be how principles translate into policy at the international, regional and national levels. And it is only when we see key sustainability principles translated into national development planning that we will know our common efforts have paid off.
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Experiencing cave-ins
You know how sometimes you have something that you're really looking forward to and then something happens and it totally deflates you? Well, that's been happening around here quite a bit recently. Perhaps that is part of the reason I have not taken the time to sit down and write on here. I find that in those times of despair that I don't really want to talk about it. But then I get depressed and grouchy. So of late I have been a rather depressed, grouchy, sweat-clad, mean mommy. Now you get to hear about it! I have learned that it's never just one thing that "pushes me over the edge", it seems to always be a steady drip, drip, drip on the head of my emotion. Isn't that how it goes though? We have one bad morning- step on the dogs bone in my bare feet (OUCH!!!), baby spills cereal and milk all over my freshly washed floor, hair dryer breaks and the new make-up I just bought isn't the right color- and I'm not in the mood to do anything. 'Don't feel like getting out my Bible today Lord, you'll just have to understand and make due with my "HELP PLEASE!!!!" prayers today.' Then one day turns into one week... which turns into one month.. and then two. Pretty soon NOTHING is going right. Those little cave-in's that block out that light at the end of my very long tunnel, suddenly aren't so little anymore and I am feeling VERY claustrophobic. Heaven help us all if a big cave-in happens!! If only there were an oxygen mask that would drop down from the ceiling.. maybe then I'd be okay. BUT WAIT A MINUTE!!!! There is... that Bible that I didn't feel like picking up a few weeks ago suddenly has a new shine to it. All I can do now is be thankful that it didn't disintegrate while I wasn't reading it. Isn't that awesome?? I might not be in the mood to talk to Him, but my God will NEVER let me down! NEVER... even when I'm wearing sweats :) He loves me even when I don't deserve it. So armed with my trusty flashlight of prayer, and my oxygen mask of scripture and hope, I can start digging my way out of this dark nasty tunnel. Just please people... STOP THROWING ROCKS ON ME!!!!!!!!!!
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I am so thankful we ALWAYS have the flashlight & O2 mask. How God allways has a "...way of escape" for me if only I listen.yes, people will continue to throw rocks & sticks & stones, but our GOOD Father is digging in the tunnel with me & you. I am grateful He goes with us, before us, underneath are The Everlasting Arms (Deut 33:27).ReplyDelete
Thank you for the excellant reminder!!!
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High school is almost over and four friends are going their separate ways as they go to college. But they have one more chance to spend some time together: Inspection 12, their favorite band, is playing one last concert in Jacksonville, FL.
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We feel a particular bond with the winding back roads and bayous of South Louisiana, especially Charenton. Southern Fete was lucky enough to go back to this small, sleepy town to witness Jena & Brandon profess their love for each other in the most unique way.
Mother Nature always has another plan for us, but this time the rain plan outshined the original plan and Jena & Brandon's tented reception was purely magical. The grey skies added to the rich colors of the surroundings and it was all captured perfectly by Erin & Geoffrey Photography.
Special touches make a wedding and really show guests how much the couple (and their families) love one another. This wedding was chock full of special details: custom vows, an uncle officiant, family property & oak trees (swoon), cake stands from a grandmother, a tree remembering those lost, a custom painting of the couple by the bride, custom calligraphed escort cards, the bride's henna, cakes and treats made from the family bakery….the list goes on.
Check this day out… it's one for the history books!
Jena & Brandon – thank you for showing us what lasting love feels and looks like. You reminded me that two people can be individuals and one person all at once, and that is truly special. I'll never forget your sweet smiles for each other and your family's deep love for the two of you. Charenton has proved that good friends come out of the most off the map places…I think I took a few friends from your converted barn and I'm convinced those friendships will most certainly last. Cheers to my people!
Band :: BluePrint
Cakes & Sweets :: Guidry's Cake Shop
Photographer :: Erin & Geoffrey Photography
Live Painter :: Art by Christopher Turner
Florist :: Root Floral Design
Caterer :: Sam Trahan
Rentals :: Party Central
Videographer :: 63 Films
Calligraphy & Signage :: St. Blanc Calligraphy
Invitations :: Inkling Design Studio
Have you ever felt love when you walked into a room? We have! Kristin and Joe's winter wedding was nothing short of a fairy tale. This genuine couple's first look warmed our hearts as they shared emotional letters full of excitement. Their grateful spirits shine through their relationship, and are reflected by their family and friends.
Festive socks, holly berries and Christmas trees filled the venue creating the perfect start to the holidays! See for yourself in these gorgeous photos by Hannah Mulligan Photography!
These ladies were filled happiness for Kristin's big day!
Nothing compares to a mother's love!
Congrats to Mr. and Mrs. Eldridge!
Kristin and Joe – I could not be more excited that I was able to be a part of your big day! You were always so sweet and thoughtful. We enjoyed every minute of your day and wish you a lifetime of happiness. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your celebration!
There are some weddings that have me smitten from the very beginning. Meghan and Doug's was certainly one of them. I remember my first meeting with Meghan lasted at least two hours. We hit it off from the beginning and it was an added bonus that their reception was to be at one of my favorite locations of all time (it's no secret!)
Over the next several months, Meghan and I worked on bringing her winter mix of modern and vintage glam to life. There wasn't one thing they missed, and I couldn't wait to see it come to life.
As her usual, Mother Nature forced us into partial rain plan, but to me it made everything just a little bit more magical. There was no rain until an hour after Mr. and Mrs. Payne rode away – with Santa as their chauffeur – in the most adorable vintage Fiat.
There's so much more I could say, but I'll let the photos do the rest.
Meghan and Doug – Where to begin!?!?! While the photos are certainly magnificent, actually having been a physical part of your big day still gives me all the feels. Your love for one another is the most genuine and the love you share with your family and friends is equally amazing. You have become fast friends, and I hope you look back on your wedding for many years to come with the same excitement, giddiness, and anticipation as you did this December 12, 2015. Thank you for trusting us to make your day a reality – even if the tent trim had to be white 😉 – and always being open to new ideas. My only regret was not taking a spin in the Fiat myself – raincheck?
Photographer :: Hannah Mulligan Photography
Florist :: Root Floral Design
Caterer :: Chef Bobby and Dot
Cake :: Kathleen's Short and Sweet
Oyster Bar :: Teak's Sports Bar
Reception Venue :: Paul and Lulu Hilliard Art Museum
Event Rentals :: Party Central
If you ever wondered what a small, intimate Southern wedding looks like, look no further. Susan and Aaron are about as far from "fussy" people as you'll meet and were focused on their wedding reflecting that. With a private ceremony at the groom's families' house and a reception at Acadiana Center for the Arts, it turned out to be a perfect reflection of who these two are as a couple.
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Susan's art deco ring is one of the most different and beautiful rings I"ve ever seen!
Yes, that's real. Every single layer. Pure deliciousness.
Oh, and that's all real too. Aaron's love of grilling captured in one huge green egg.
Susan and Aaron – it was so fun getting to know you as a couple. You were always trusting and so easy to work with. We had an absolute blast at your wedding and hope you have a wealth of memories from that day. Thank you for including us!
Venue :: Acadiana Center for the Arts
Caterer :: Pamplona
Photographer :: Hannah Mulligan Photography
Florist :: Root Floral
Rentals :: Party Central
Cakes :: Sweet Southern Ladies
There's so much I can say about this wedding. I remember the exact day Michelle called me about her wedding. It was March 13, 2015 and we were setting up for Mandy and John Albert's wedding. I knew from the first time we talked that it was going to be spectacular, and that is certainly what it was.
By now, it's no surprise I love an outdoor/tent wedding. And by love, I mean LOVE. We had to go to rain plan, and rain it did. The moment Fr. Sibley announced Michelle and Josh as Mr. and Mrs. the skies opened. And, they stayed opened until well after the reception ended.
The photos Hannah captured prove that the very best of memories can be made even when it storms your entire reception. This crowd wasn't afraid of melting and instead grabbed another drink, rolled up their pants, and danced the night away. Here's the proof!
Michelle and Josh – I am beyond thrilled to have been part of your big day. You embraced the rain and made the very most of it. You didn't take one minute of your wedding day for granted, and we couldn't have asked for anything else. You share such a sweet love for each other, and I can't wait to see what the future holds for you!
Photographer :: Hannah Mulligan Photography
Florist :: Root Floral Design
Hair and Makeup :: Beauty by Victoria
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[S] WV: Prove This Game Is Still A Thing by RACROXWatch
After six whole months since the first preview, you all thought those promises we're filled with the emptiness of my work ethic didn't you? Well I mean, MOST of the new additions (aside from like the character assets which I posted a while back) were done in like the past week and a half, however that's because it's ALL I've been working on. I have literally done nothing else besides eat, sleep, and work in this game since last week. It's all for you guys too, yknow I love y'all, even if I am slow to show it!
New additions include text boxes, more areas and assets, and a working map. Also, if the text seems a little bit blurry, I don't know why that is, in Flash it is really sharp but when I export it sometimes it gets blurry, not much, like almost unnoticeable, but it affects the way I wanted the text to look (that is, like MSPA), so if anyone knows how to fix that I would greatly appreciate the advice.
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EDIT: I've noticed there a few typos, rest assured these will be rectified in the full release.
This is brilliant
That moment when you understand an obscure reference (at the gate )
I love you already for this.
it is so amazing like you have no idea and even though the most recent comment on this was old it's never too late to give somebody a comment. <3
Just- everything has to be adorable with WV.
it is so amazing like you have no idea and even though the most recent comment on this was old it's never too late to give somebody a comment. <3
Just- everything has to be adorable with WV.
tHiS iS bItChTiTs wIcKeD, yO.
This looks very cool. I think I first saw a preview of this even before I knew what Homestuck was. Just a couple of technical things I'd like to point out: The hitbox on either the cursor or the things that you click seems to be very small, so it only works if you click a very specific spot; this can be quite frustrating, especially in a mouse driven game. Also, when the map is brought up, clickable objects that were in the scene will still display their text from the spot on the screen they were before the map was brought up, if clicked on. Keep up the good work, I myself am working on learning the ropes of creating an adventure game. Going to have to get a firm grasp on coding. XD
The hitbox thing I've known about for some time, but can't seem to fix. It is the cursor part though. The cursor has the same hit box as a normal computer mouse since all the code is actually doing it hiding the mouse and putting a movie clip at the spot where the mouse is, unfortunately due to the size of the cursor compared to the size of the normal mouse, only the top right left corner of the movie clip can click on things. I currently have a theory of how to fix that, but if that doesn't work I'll probably just end up increasing the hit boxes on all the clickable stuff. As for the map issue, I also know why it happens but not how to fix it. The map is located on every frame, rather than just it's own, because I am not proficient enough is AS2 to get a button to go back to the frame someone was previously on, rather than just a specific frame. Basically, any objects on a frame are clickable even if they're covered completely, meaning you can actually accidentally switch frames while on the map by clicking where an arrow would be, exit the map, and find yourself in a new scene, obviously this is an issue, but because most of the stuff is placed behind the map it sort of hides that fact. The text boxes however do still appear over the map because the menu needs to be above the map, and the text boxes need to be above the menu. I have a way I think I can get around this as well, but for this preview I just left it as is.
Rad thanks for the feedback!
i just made some very concerning inhuman sounds at this
i have been waiting for this
Inhuman sounds are never concerning, they are merely a testament to amazement, something I aim for, and damnit I guess I hit my goal! WOO!
this is just
Is it bad that I literally read everything out loud in the ColabHQ Australian narrator voice
Well I mean I haven't watched Let's Read HS, but if you're telling me that my captions are narrator voice worthy then HELL YES!
wOW this is amazing! is there any chance of making the bit with the mayor partying to the trumpet music into a 24 hour loop because I want that as the continuous background music of my life now >u<
The original track is a lot slower incompetech.com/music/royalty-… but perhaps I could see if my editing skills are high enough to make the music loop.
This is looking really good~
There's still some kinks to work out, but basically I've got the code part down to a T, just gotta make the rest of the assets (mostly backgrounds).


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How To Shrink Jeans' Legs
There are a couple of ways to shrink the legs of your jeans. If you don't want the waistband or rear to shrink, then you need to be careful. Shrinking the legs of your jeans is a process that needs to be done by hand.
What you need to shrink the legs of your jeans:
- Hot water
- Sink or basin
- Dryer
- Iron
- To shrink the legs of your jeans to need hot water. Fill up the sink ora basin with the hottest water possible. If you can, boil some water for the maximum shrinkage and fill the sink with that. The hotter the water, the more the legs of your jeans will shrink.
- Soak the legs of your jeans. Put the legs of your jeans in the hot water without getting the tops of your jeans wet. Any part of the denim that touches the hot water will shrink. Let the legs soak for about a half an hour. After soaking, let the water drain.
- Use a dryer to shrink your jeans more. Drying the legs of your jeans is the last step to shrinking them. Put your jeans in the dryer on the highest heat and dry as usual. After they are dry, your jeans should be smaller in the legs.
- For maximum shrinkage to the legs, use an iron to dry your jeans. If you really want skinnier legs, you should dry your jeans with an iron. While they are still wet, lay them on the ironing board inside out. Use the highest setting of heat and steam when ironing the legs of your jeans. Please be careful not to burn yourself. Once the legs of your jeans are dry by an iron you will for sure have shrunk the legs!
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11th annual JFR Holiday Car Show Brings Joy to Kids of SoCal YORBA LINDA, CA (December 1, 2008) --- The holiday season is right around the corner and once again John Force Racing will be giving back to Southern California with the 11th annual...
11th annual JFR Holiday Car Show Brings Joy to Kids of SoCal
YORBA LINDA, CA (December 1, 2008) --- The holiday season is right around the corner and once again John Force Racing will be giving back to Southern California with the 11th annual John Force Holiday Car Show. Started in 1997 the Holiday Car Show has gotten bigger and better every year. The car show will continue to benefit California Highway Patrol's "CHiP's for Kids" Toy Drive.
Last year John Force Racing received over 8,000 unwrapped toys and this year JFR's goal is to equal that number this year and maybe even reach 10,000 toys.
The Holiday Car Show is December 7th at the John Force RaceStation store right beside the JFR shop in Yorba Linda. It will start at 10 a.m. and wrap up at 4 p.m. To get in for free bring a new $10 unwrapped toy. There will be tours of the race shop and museum all day. Fans will be able to see thousands of John Force's personal collectibles, trophies, and race cars
It's a car show so there will be hundreds of street rods, muscle cars, antiques, classics, motorcycles, trucks, boats and most importantly race cars. The featured vehicles will include Ashley Force's Pink Rookie of the Year Ford Mustang Funny Car, Jay Leno's 'Jet Cadillac,' Chip Foose's 'HemisFear,' 1934 Dodge "Crazy Junk" Truck, a very rare -- Play Car (Only 97 were produced!), Barbie's 'Pink Hummer,' all types of convertibles of All Types and antique fire trucks on display.
Enthusiasts can also participate. If you have a great looking hot rod register at the JFR website here: www.JohnForce.com/HolidayCarShowREGISTRATION
All the JFR drivers will be there signing autographs on the celebrity stage including John, Ashley, Brittany, and Courtney Force. Funny Car drivers Robert Hight and Mike Neff will also be more than happy to give fans an autograph or pose for a picture. In addition to the drivers Tom "Mongoose" McEwen, car designer Chip Foose, ESPN's "Queen of Cars" Genevieve Chappell and country star Peter Brandon.
Fans may not have heard of Peter Brandon Peter is an Orange County native who released his self-titled debut album in 2004 and his new CD, Drive Real Fast, features songs like, Drive Real Fast, This I Promise You, R U Ready, Dreams, and I Can't Fight the Fire.
Peter has opened for many national acts touring through Southern California including David Allen Coe. His concerts are energetic, heartwarming and filled with family friendly, uplifting songs.
The Answer will be performing great classic rock tunes live on the main stage.
There will be vendors on site doing all kinds of great things plus IN & OUT Burgers will be there. It will be a full day of family fun for kids and grown-ups of all ages.
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Samsung Galaxy Note7 combines sleek design with innovative features with new iris scanning technology
Samsung electronics launched its much-awaited flagship device, Samsung Galaxy Note7 in India. According to the company it is the most powerful smart-phone with cutting-edge features that enable consumers to explore experiences beyond boundaries and achieve what is impossible.
The large-screen devices, Galaxy Note7 offers seven meaningful innovations with refined design, a premium curved screen, upgraded S Pen (IP68) and top-of-the-line security with new iris scanning technology.
Completely new wearable portfolio of Gear Fit2, Gear IconX and Gear VR was also introduced with the Galaxy Note7. Each product in the wearable segment has been designed keeping the consumers' lifestyle needs in mind, said HC Hong, President and CEO, Samsung Southwest Asia during the launch.
"Galaxy Note7 is the combination of all our learnings to take smart-phone experience to a whole new level and I am confident that the new edition will help Samsung Note loyalists to achieve more in life," Hong added.
Samsung has pioneered the large screen market in India, and with the introduction of Galaxy Note7, it takes another giant step towards sustaining the leadership in the smart-phone market.
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Dick Tracy Vs. Cueball, 1946 Original 1 Sheet movie poster starring Morgan Conway and directed by Gordon Douglas. This original vintage movie poster was made by a process called Stone lithography. Because of this the colors are resplendent and the tone is dark and menacing. This is a beautiful piece of artwork that is not only highly rare, but features the classic American character Dick Tracy which has captured the hearts and minds of generations of children and adults. the
This poster has been linen backed and while the colors remain vibrant and there is no original paper missing, the poster was incorrectly linen backed at an unknown origin and there are wrinkles in the paper. There has been also numerous amounts of touch up work done.
Condition is C5. Regular Price $395.
On Sale Price $320
To see this poster and others visit our gallery the Limited Edition in old town Katy, Texas. Providing poster sales, Linen Backing, Restoration and Framing services to the Houston, San Antonio, Austin and Dallas regions since 1994.
The Limited Edition Art and Antiques was established in 1994 in Historic Downtown Katy, Texas and features an eclectic variety of antiques, ephemera and original folk art created by the proprietor Elizabeth Proctor.
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It's time again for a Berry Acres Open House! Come check out our property, vendors, catering, decor and more! Hope to see you Sunday, August 28 from 3-6 pm! Please RSVP–as always, no charge!
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Greetings. The Mets will field their 93rd different lineup today against San Diego at Citi Field. In what says it all about the 2016 Mets, only two players, second baseman Neil Walker and lefty Steven Matz, were either in the Opening Day lineup or roster.
Here's the batting order and the projection of where they'll be in 2017:
Jose Reyes – SS: Has contract for 2017, but where he'll play is to be determined.
Ty Kelly – LF: Likely in the minor leagues.
Walker – 2B: Can leave after this year. Mets interested in bringing him back.
Jay Bruce – RF: Acquired from Cincinnati at deadline. Team has player option.
Wilmer Flores – 1B: Opened season on bench. Same role projected.
T.J. Rivera – 3B: Opened season in minors. Could make team as reserve.
Alejandro De Aza – CF: Opened season on bench. Could be out of the organization.
Rene Rivera – C: Acquired in trade. Could be out of the organization.
Matz – LHP: In Opening Day rotation. Expected to have surgery in offseason on elbow.


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I was just a POS 3531 with 3rd MAR DIV...got out, went USAR...started as a 35L and ended, this year, with 37F.
I'll speak on my lil bro's behalf....0311 to 0321, 1st MAR DIV
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Apolo Anton Ohno is back for more.
He's not fazed when people want to turn him into a fashion icon or an object of international resentment, or when they only tune in to short-track speedskating for a few days every four years.
He's still voracious about winning -- maybe more so because he's a marked man and it keeps getting harder.
"Now is not the time to relax,'' Ohno said. "I have the rest of my life to do that.''
Ohno became a darling of the home crowd at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City for the warrior's head bandana that held his mane of brown hair in check, his Velcro strip of a goatee and the agility and survival skills that resulted in two medals. U.S. fans warmed to the story of his father, Yuki, a Japanese-American hairstylist, raising his son alone to be a champion.
So what's Apolo been up to since Salt Lake? Some of it is same-old. Ohno, 23, still lives in a dormitory suite at the Colorado Springs Olympic Training Center, where he's spent the last eight years.
It's a cocoon that would make some people feel claustrophobic. But Ohno, a seasoned pro who has been at his game for nearly 10 years, said being surrounded by young, ambitious athletes helps him maintain discipline and perspective.
"I didn't want to lose that hunger that I had going into 2002,'' he said. "I thought it was important to stay grounded.''
Ohno trains, travels to competitions and doesn't take a lot of vacation time. That drive has kept him among the leaders of the jostling pack-style sport in the lead-up to February's Turin Olympics. Ohno has finished first overall on the World Cup circuit in two of the last three seasons and won a silver medal at the World Championships earlier this year, winning the 1,000- and 3,000-meter events.
"He's got a big appetite,'' said Shani Davis, the long-track world champion who also competes in short-track and is one of Ohno's closest friends. "He wants to be the best there ever was. It all comes down to how bad you want it, and he wants it badder than anyone I know. It's a beautiful thing to be in his presence.''
The 5-foot-8 Ohno, whose weight is listed at 165 on his Web site, says he's leaner -- he won't say how much -- and stronger than he was four years ago. He's also thicker-skinned, by necessity. Success dunked him into a heady post-Olympics swirl of high-profile appearances and celebrity parties, and bought him the Lexus he parks at the OTC.
But it also had a dark side that continues to throw a shadow.
The weekend of Oct. 7, Ohno will face one of the most interesting challenges of his career when he competes at a World Cup event in Korea for the first time since the Salt Lake Games. Some fans from that nation have not forgiven him for taking home the gold medal in the 1,500-meter race after Korean skater Kim Dong-Sung, who finished first, was disqualified for blocking.
It mattered little that DQs are commonplace in short-track, where officials try to bring order to a chaotic sport with a sticky web of subjectively imposed rules. Or that Ohno was gamely skating with a stitched-up thigh courtesy of a crash in the 1,000-meter race, where he stumbled across the finish line for a silver medal. Or that Ohno had Korean friends growing up in Seattle, knows the culture and craves yuk gae jang, a spicy Korean beef-and-vegetable soup, on a regular basis.
Furious fans flooded the U.S. Olympic Committee with e-mails, causing the server to crash, and Ohno received death threats that prompted Olympic officials to give him special protection.
Hostility was still evident on a different playing field later that year, when a Korean soccer player performed a mocking pantomime of a speedskater after scoring a goal in the World Cup. In late 2003, the U.S. speedskating team decided to withdraw from a competition in Korea because of an orchestrated Internet campaign that was inciting fans against Ohno.
"It was hard for me to know that someone in an organization was directing people's anger toward me,'' Ohno said. "I'm no politician. I'm a sportsman. Sports is supposed to be pure. We're all trying to achieve the same thing.''
U.S. Speedskating president Andy Gabel said officials have been working to ensure that the competitive environment is safe for Ohno. "We have some concerns, but we've worked very closely with the Korean Skating Union and the U.S. Olympic Committee to make sure it's OK,'' Gabel said.
Ohno said he thinks the truly obsessive fans are in the minority and is determined not to let malcontents keep him from racing in Seoul. "I really am looking forward to going back,'' he said. "Hopefully it'll be a good experience.''
The team is competing this weekend in China, the first of the season's four World Cup events, where Ohno already had a goal medal on Friday. That circuit, which also includes two weekends in Europe, is shorter than the usual six because it's an Olympic year. Ohno must still skate in the U.S. Olympic Trials in Marquette, Mich., in December.
Another continual test for Ohno is the murky matter of team skating, a tactic outlawed but widely practiced anyway. Short-trackers, who race in groups of four to six at a time on a 111-meter oval, are supposed to compete as individuals. When they gang up and box someone in, it's frequently hard to distinguish from what could occur in the normal course of racing.
Some have called for the rule to be abolished because it can't be enforced, but for the time being, Ohno is often the lone American among platoons of Korean, Chinese and Canadian rivals and has to live with it.
He's armed himself by becoming one of the toughest skaters in the world to pass, deftly closing lanes behind him and occupying as much space as he can, and finding Houdini-like ways to slip out of jams. It's probably no coincidence that he regularly beats his friend Davis at a video game called "Street Fighter.''
"Many Asian cultures operate on a team level and they operate to win medals for their country,'' Ohno said. "They work against me as a team. Imagine Lance Armstrong with four [Team] CSC guys around him trying to mess him up, and no protection. That's the position I'm in every time I race these guys.
"To be able to break that chain is almost impossible. That's what makes me stand out.''
Davis said Ohno's "killer focus,'' constant self-analysis and thirst for learning has, and will continue to, keep him on top. Ohno attributes that approach to his father, whose counsel was infused with Zen philosophy.
"It's about dedicating 100 percent of your lifestyle to trying to perfect that one thing,'' Ohno said. "It's about mindfulness, not thinking, but being aware.''
The Turin Olympics will call for all the skills Ohno's been refining over the last four years, along with perhaps the hardest task -- keeping these fast times from going by in too much of a blur.
"More now than before, I'm telling myself to enjoy this,'' he said. "I have to have no fears. The energy that people radiate off each other during the Olympic Games is amazing."
Bonnie DeSimone is a freelance writer and frequent contributor to ESPN.com.


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After the February 2010 earthquake most of the city's hotels either fell down or were so badly damaged they had to be permanently closed. Accommodation around the edges of the CBD were largely fine though, but it's fantastic news for tourism that the Ibis Hotel is about to open on September 4th.
Meanwhile I've been staying in 2 properties on my whirlwind #RebuildChch tour to let everyone know what is open and the good news stories of businesses who have fought the good fight of red tape and are now in business – and needing your custom.
The historic home is opposite the Arts Centre on Worcester Blvd. It originally opened in 1897 as the chaplain's house for Christchurch Boy's High School. In 2005 Peter Morrison bought it, added a new wing out the back and opened 12 rooms. During the earthquake he was closed for only 2 weeks for minor repairs, but mainly because power and water was off. Incidentally he found an old artesian well in the back garden from a tap he thought was a remnant of another era. They had fresh drinking water right from the start.
The Classic Villa is a cute "boutique hotel". More of a bed and breakfast really. A large communal dining table greets you when you walk in the door in front of Peter's kitchen from which drinks and snacks are made available any time. A Continental breakfast is served from 6.30am until 10.30 and the island bench is laden with fruits, cereals, pastries and breads, cheeses, cold meats and juices – and Berocca and Eno for those who've had a large night on Christchurch's newly opened tiles! Peter will do dinner for groups by arrangement.
This location is also opposite the Christchurch Museum who have a very moving earthquake exhibition in there at the moment. Well worth going to see. You're easy walking distance from Restart, the new shopping precinct in the CBD, and about 10 restaurants and cafes are within a 10-minute walk.
The George is a 5-star hotel and part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World. It's located opposite Hagley Park which is about to burst into blossom as I type. Again, it's location meant it was not badly damaged, apart from some cosmetic work needed. Immediately following the February 2010 earthquake, the George was the accommodation base for police. Today I am sitting in my suite with a gas fire, 2 flat screen TVs and a view over the park.
As with most of Christchurch, it's pretty easy to walk around. One block over is Victoria Street which is enjoying new restaurants and bars just opening their doors for the first time even this week. Their own restaurant Pescatore offers fine dining or you can choose 50 Bistro. Expect to spend about $35+ for a main course.
But the cutest touch of all is each guest is given a cuddly bear named George. George has his own Facebook page and photos of him doing exploits all over the world are up there.


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How Long Do Hair Transplants Last
How Long Do Hair Transplants Last?
"Hair transplants are permanent", is the phrase that loves to be said again and again within the hair loss community. The belief is that you simply come in to have a procedure and you will stay happy for the rest of your life. It sounds great doesn't it?
However, how accurate and true are these claims? Just how long do hair transplants last?
We could answer this question on whether hair transplants are permanent with either a yes or a no answer as it depends on a few factors. To better understand this we first need to run through some basic information in regards to hair loss and hair transplantation before we can answer this question.
How Long Do Hair Transplants Last – The Permanent Aspects
Hair transplantation surgery is the process of first extracting hairs from the back and sides of the scalp known as the donor region. A high percentage of these hairs within this region are said to be "permanent hairs" because they are resistant to the hair miniaturization effects of the hormone known as DHT (dihydrotestosterone). Once removed and dissected, these tiny pieces of skin holding 1, 2 or 3 hairs known as follicular units are then transplanted into the thinning region of the scalp. This is done with the aim to replace as many hairs as possible that have been lost. These permanent hairs are transplanted amongst hairs on top that are prone to hair loss. This means that while some hairs on top will stay the rest will fall.
How Long Do Hair Transplants Last – The Statistics
The patient must realise and understand that the end density achieved from a hair transplant whilst significantly better than before will never mirror the density it was when they were a teenager.
In the long term most hair transplant patients should expect some degree of density loss. We stated "most" because there are a small percentage of lucky patients that do not experience this and do stay happy for life.
It is also common knowledge that about half of all hair transplant patients will have a second hair transplant within the 10 years that follow their first. We do not have exact stats but know from transplanting thousands of patients that it does work out to about 1 in 2 or perhaps a little over half.
The Life Span of Hair Loss and Hair Transplant Surgery
Based on the above information it is evident that a majority of patients lose more hair in the longer term. So why is this? There are a few reasons:
- The surrounding non-transplanted hairs keep thinning
As stated above, transplanted hairs taken from the donor region are mostly permanent and the hair already on top is prone to hair loss. Over the long term if a person is suffering from androgenetic alopecia and has had a transplant, they should expect that any hairs prone to hair loss will continue to thin over time. Even if every transplanted hair survives for life, the surgery will not be deemed a permanent solution if thinning exists within surrounding regions.
- Refusal of patients to consider taking medication
Hair transplant Doctors will spend time educating patients about point 1 above and state that considering medication such as minoxidil or the prescription drug finasteride is a good idea to remain happy after surgery for many years to come. If the person transplants the front of their scalp while still having hair on the back, if they take a tablet which pauses the hair loss, doing this will maximise their chances of remaining happy 10 or 15 years later without the needing a second procedure.
- The true ratio of permanent hairs within donor region
As far as the donor hair at the back being permanent hair, this is true for a high percentage of them. Therefore some of the donor hairs do miniaturize in the same way as rest of the scalp that is prone to hair loss. However this percentage varies considerably from person to person. Some people may only lose 10% of their donor hair density over a 30 year period whilst others can lose as much as 40% or more. This figure represents the survival rate in the long term. Therefore if you lose 25% of your donor hair density you will also lose 25% of the hairs transplanted as they will mirror the donor. This is one reason why having transplants at an older age is an advantage. If you extract hair out from the back after 20% has already been lost, then there is a higher percentage of permanent hairs in what is planted.
- Where the donor hairs are extracted from
An FUSS patient will usually have a higher percentage of grafts survive over the long term compared to an FUE patient. The reason for this is because all grafts are extracted from the middle band of the donor. Hairs taken from the top third or bottom third of the donor are likely to miniaturize as a person ages. Therefore FUE which often takes many hairs from these sections will result in a higher percentage not surviving long term as less where taken from the middle of the donor region.
- Losing hair shaft diameter with age
A 70 year old person will notice that their hairs are not as thick as when they were in their 30s. So even if all the transplanted hairs are still growing on top, the result will not look as dense if each hair has half of the diameter that it used to.
How Long Do Hair Transplants Last – Summary
So because of the above five reasons, it is typically a minority can report that one transplant is all a hair loss sufferer requires to remain happy for an entire life. A large percentage of patients will be recommended medication and a second hair transplant may be considered at some point in the future.
It all depends on how much you have transplanted early in life when hair loss bothers you. If you are happy with your hair condition at 60 or 70 years of age then you may be happy with the status quo.


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At which rate does xp convert to money at level 60 for completing quests? I have no idea, and this information would be good content for this page. Harem 11:37, 3 April 2006 (EDT)
I think it's 10 copper per experience point at 70. Adius 13:32, 26 April 2007 (EDT)
Checked Wowhead, actual rate is 6 copper per EXP point. -SpoiltCheese 03:42, 17 December 2007 (UTC)
Wowhead isn't perfect. You'd have to verify their sources. BobNamataki (talk) 22:10, November 21, 2009 (UTC)
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In the Gold limit section, the american screen doesn't show the limit, it's shows a really close amount to the final limit. --Rga 16:16, 25 March 2008 (UTC)
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Why do people want money? To have power isn't it? You can do whatever you wanted to do if you have the money. People now are very money oriented. In everything that they do, they use money. Especially now that everything is very expensive. People would do something or anything just to earn much. Even though it is stupid but they would grab it just to earn money.
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What are peon coins? Rolandius (talk) 10:29, 9 June 2008 (UTC)
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When it comes to language learning few things are more important in the grand scheme of your project than the ability to listen. It's arguably the most difficult of the three primary aspects of language learning – speaking, listening and literacy – and in my opinion requires the most time and energy to master.
One way you can improve your listening comprehension as well as by extension improve your pronunciation is by listening to audio books from Audible. Here's why you should check it out:
Audible, an ebook extension of Amazon, has an amazing collection of audio books available in an array of the world's most widely spoken and learned languages. And you can get in on it for free.
Why audio books?
Unlike written literature audio books give you a listening component that is going to be vastly more relevant and directly useful to most language learning. Yes, literacy is important and some folks are actually exclusively interested in reading but this is generally not the case for the vast majority of us learners.
And this is definitely not to suggest that you should stop reading in your foreign language, only that if your ultimate goals are anything like mine, speaking and understanding others are your primary objectives, and are far and above the more difficult aspects of language learning to master.
Audio books can add an engaging listening tool to your repertoire of language aides and are usually presented by native speakers who are by far the best equipped persons to provide you with ideal pronunciation.
Furthermore audio books are highly portable, and these ones are free.
Audio books can be taken anywhere you can take your mobile device, laptop and a pair of headphones. This means you can listen while you work out at the gym or during your morning run, while driving in the car or while performing chores around the house. It's unobtrusive and a somewhat passive way to inject more of your target language into your life.
Don't have a smartphone or tablet? No big deal, you obviously have a computer and you can still access your audio books from that whether you're working or just playing solitaire.
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If you've ever tried to buy an audio book as a download from another source or perhaps on CD from a bookstore (back when people used that kind of primitive, archaic stuff), you may have noticed that they aren't exactly cheap.
Audible takes the cost of audio books and slashes it dramatically. Audible will even give you two free audiobooks just for signing up, something I'll get to shortly that you definitely don't want to pass up.
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Furthermore – and perhaps the coolest single feature Audible has – is that it can sync with your Kindle account, even allowing you to switch back and forth between audio and non-audio in the same book! Picking up seamlessly wherever you left off in your reading and returning you to your place with the tapping of a few screens!
This particular feature is fantastic for language learners who are interested in literacy as well because it gives you the ability to get native – and non-robotic – pronunciations on words or passages you're struggling to read by yourself. You can even listen and read along concurrently. What's not to love?
If you're not already using the free Kindle Reader app you should be. It's also available for all your devices, including your computer, offers a vast selection of free books (including foreign language editions and learning titles) and if you sign up for a Kindle account I earn $3. So you get to support me without actually paying anything. You don't actually have to own a Kindle. Any mobile device or computer will suffice.
Huge selection of multilingual books and courses!
Audible offers a stupendous selection of foreign language titles as well as over 900 language learning books!
The foreign language books – including a lot of classical literature – are available in German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Russian and of course English. Perhaps not the largest selection on the planet but enough to cover the majority of language learners.
As for the language instruction books I couldn't even begin to tell you how many languages are available but with over 900 titles to choose from I would imagine that the selection offers something for most learners. These titles even include Pimsleur and Michel Thomas programs.
You can check out this link to take a peek before committing to anything. I'm confident you'll find something there to pique your interest.
It's free, for minimal effort.
Technically Audible is a paid monthly subscription. It costs $14.99 USD per month and you receive one book of your choosing each month. There is also a 2 book per month plan that costs $22.99. Even with these monthly prices when you take into consideration the cost of buying books individually (which you can also do, even without a subscription) you end up saving a lot of money.
However! When you sign up for an Audible account you are given a 1 month free trial that also includes two free books of your choosing. You can cancel your subscription before you're ever charged a cent and make off like a bandit with your two free audio books – some of which retail for hefty prices.
Furthermore just by signing up for the free 1 month trial, I earn a $5 bounty, which is awesome for me and costs you nothing at all except a few minutes of your time. You get to feel good about helping keep LATG afloat while you vegetate with your brand new free language books.
You can cancel your trial or membership at any time and keep your free or paid books forever, no strings attached. You can cancel immediately after snagging your freebies. There's pretty much no reason not to do it.
The one downside:
You still have to enter your credit card info, and if it isn't your intention to keep your subscription you need to remember to cancel within 30 days. You can cancel immediately if you like. You won't be charged anything until the 1 month trial is over, so you have some time to make a decision, but some people are turned off by having to do this at all. Just a heads up. I still think it's worth it.
How to cancel an Audible account
I include this because Audible obviously doesn't want you to unsubscribe and I had a fun little Easter egg hunt for this myself when I did my own trial.
If you aren't interested in paying for a continued membership at a rate of $15 per month after the trial period ends, you can cancel your subscription immediately after downloading your two free books.
However, Amazon is sneaky and lots of people seem to get frustrated with this part, which is probably what they're hoping for.
In order to unsubscribe you have to go into your Audible account at audible.com. Log in with your account info and click "cancel my account". It should be over on the left side. It's small, naturally.
It'll give you the usual garbage about continuing your subscription, ask you if you're certain, express a sad sentiment, and then graciously tell you to come back soon.
That's it, you're done. You have successfully unsubscribed from Audible and made off like a bandit with your two free language audiobooks!
Audible is a really great, affordable (free, even) source of audio books for you to add to your language learning toolkit.
When I signed up for my own subscription the books I chose were the original French edition of 20 Thousand Leagues Under the Sea and Michel Thomas's French Lesson 1. For about 5 minutes of my time I snagged two free audio books.
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HELENA -- Join State Superintendent and U.S. House Candidate Denise Juneau and Democratic State Superintendent Candidate Melissa Romano in Missoula at noon on Wednesday (10/12) for an early vote rally and check out the many other rallies happening at the same time around the state in Indian Country.
"Indian Country is going to be the margin of victory for Democrats like Denise Juneau and Steve Bullock in November," said Amy Croover, Native Vote program director for the Montana Democratic Party. "Indian Country has a lot at stake in this election. It's important that we get our people out to vote early."
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Flathead Reservation: Polson County Courthouse
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Last year's inaugural Charleston Classic showcased the brand-new Carolina First Arena to the whole country. The second edition brings some powerhouses to town looking to tune up for the upcoming season. Eight teams — including Miami, Tulane, NIT champion Penn State, UNC-Wilmington, USF, Davidson, and South Carolina — face off in one game per day, with the two undefeated teams playing for the title.
Last year's championship game pitted Clemson against Temple, resulting in a 76-72 win for the Tigers, who wound up in the NCAA Tournament. Attendance averaged around 2,000 fans per game, with the majority showing up for the Cougars' first victory in the new arena over SIU-Edwardsville.
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