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ETMC Henderson300 Wilson StreetHenderson, TX 75652
ETMC Henderson's 49-bed facility is home to a staff of more than 200 devoted professionals committed to providing the highest quality of care. From our Level IV trauma designation to the babies delivered here each year, patients have come to rely on ETMC Henderson for quality health care close to home.
ETMC Henderson is the oldest community hospital in East Texas, and we are devoted to improving the lives of those in our community.
Our emergency room staff sees about 1,000 patients each month, and ETMC First Physicians family health clinic serves about 1,000 adults and children a month as well. Additionally, our diabetes education program is devoted to help those living diabetes to control the disease and prevent its complications.
In addition to delivering babies, The BirthPlace, our maternity center, provides a wide range of classes from childbirth preparation to sibling classes, all to help welcome new lives into the world.
We strive to exceed all expectations. For more than 80 years, ETMC Henderson has ensured that families in Henderson and Rusk County have access to care that is close to home. Our mission has never changed—providing quality health care with courtesy and compassion.


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With over 300 acres, Jones Park is a nature sanctuary to a wide variety of plant, fungi, and wildlife. Please be cautious and stay on the trails.
Do not feed, touch, or otherwise harass or harm wildlife. Please be respectful of their home.
Links to flora and fauna found in Jones Park:
Click here for Jones Park's Bio-Blitz findings.
Do not litter, or pick or break plants, including wildflowers.
All of Jones Parks' plants and wildlife are PROTECTED BY LAW!
Should you come across wildlife in peril during your visit, please inform the staff or report the location of the sighting in the nature center.
If you encounter orphaned or injured wildlife elsewhere, the following links provide important information to keep you and the animal safe:

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November 28, 2014
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) -- A man arrested in the killing of an Illinois man who was kidnapped from a Montana hotel room faces charges including deliberate homicide after investigators say he acknowledged committing the crime.
Simon Elliot Jacobson made an initial appearance in Justice Court in Billings Monday, where bail was set at $1 million. He remains in custody.
Court documents say Jacobson told investigators that he and an accomplice kidnapped Dejuan Laster of Rockford, Ill. from his hotel room and robbed him of $8,000.
Prosecutors say they drove the victim to a rural area outside Billings where Jacobson allegedly shot him in the arm and head, then smashed Laster's head with a shovel when he did not die immediately.
Alleged accomplice James Walker faces charges of robbery and kidnapping.
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.XXX registry in .porn, .adult, .sex extension grab bid
ICM Registry, which runs the controversial .xxx top-level domain, today revealed that it has applied to ICANN for the gTLDs .porn, .sex and .adult. The Florida-based company hopes to avoid "shakedown" accusations this time around - last year it faced severe criticism and a lawsuit when it raked in millions of dollars in …
They've stolen our word 'Adult'...
Does this mean we have to use the compound 'grown-up', when referring to things not childish or adolescent, if we wish not to be misinterpreted as talking about something erotic? We can't use the word 'mature', because that now seems to mean '40 years of age and older', rather than 15-24 years of age (dependant on context)?
...and my planned site
will now have to take on a whole new feel.
Landgrab alert
It's just for the money
215,000 .xxx domain names
And all of them completely irrelevant. I haven't seen a single site on the xxx domain or any ads pointing to such domains during my onanistic surfing.
Re: 215,000 .xxx domain names
I don't think the new gTLDs are live yet, but top marks for some dedicated research.
Re: 215,000 .xxx domain names
That's a lot of research to do single-handedly.
Do we really need more top level domains?
Surely there are enough! Or, lets go the whole hog and get rid of ICANN and just let everyone have their own top level domain.
Re: Do we really need more top level domains?
We seem to be moving in the direction of anything as a TLD. The happy outcome of that would be that defensive registrations wouldn't be necessary anymore.
... Brilliant idea just happened, I'm going to offer obscene defensive reg. pricing to all Scandinavian companies to protect <domainname>.bork.bork.bork
Watch This Futility
all the new TLD are worthless except the for ICANN making money
what ... makes ... anyone ... think ... Google ... will ... index ... them ... ?
Not to mention that some are already in use.
ICANN isn't the only root in the world, just the most widely used.
.xxx and several of the other TLDs were in happy use by Alternate roots for some time.
Hopefully most credible companies will wise up to the scam before much longer.
Ask an .adult
I hear that Blue Peter is setting up a new website for its model making projects that require the use of scissors and other tools that kiddies might need some assistance using...
Is it really a good idea!?
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Reischach Apartment Rental Photos and Description
Sauna in the house, free of charge. Bedrooms with mountain views
Our newly built climate-friendly house is located in the heart of the beautiful Pustertal, just 2 km away from the picturesque city of Bruneck. Spend your holiday in Southern Tyrol at our comfortable apartments and rooms with breakfast upon request.
Located directly at the Kronplatz, there is nothing that prevents a real skiing pleasure. Because: The snow-sure slopes are just a stone's throw away from your apartment in Reischach. You can park in our garage and the 500 meters away cable car can be reached with the free ski bus (bus stop next to the house). There is also a connection to Bruneck every 30 minutes.
You should enjoy the private sauna in the house after a glorious day full of skiing, before you lay back and let pass in review all the happenings of the day in your apartment in Reischach am Kronplatz.
Right in town you will find grocery stores, a large playground and pleasant walking possibilities in untouched natural surroundings.
On one side you see the Dolomites with the Three Peaks, on the other side the main Alpine ridge with its glaciers, and you´ll find yourself in the middle of it, in the perfect apartment am Kronplatz. Without any doubts: Reischach is an ideal starting point for hikes and excursions in unspoiled nature.
Experience the South Tyrolean hospitality and tradition
Yours, family Aichner
Details for Apartment with 1 bedroom, type B 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 5, 1 Bathroom
- Suitability:
- children welcome
- non smoking only
- pets considered
- wheelchair accessible
Why Aichner Martin chose Reischach
Reischach is the ideal destination: During the summer for hiking with the main Alpine ridge on one side, the Dolomites on the other side. During the winter it is ideal for skiing at South Tyrol's no. 1 mountain, the Kronplatz.
The family Aichner welcomes you at the newly built apartment house. Enjoy South Tyrol's hospitality. Get to know the country and its people.
What makes this apartment unique
Completely new built, our house has its own parking garage, large sauna area, escalator, ski room, ski boot dryer. We offer you breakfast as desired, enjoy the fantastic views of the mountains. Our house has been decorated with much love and the interior is dominated by cosy wood constructions.


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Black History Month speaker
The keynote speaker for the 18th annual event was Dr. Clifford W. Houston, associate vice president for educational outreach at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston.
Houston presented "The Journey of One Microbiologist…Still in Progress." He shared how his life experiences have driven him to improve science education for future generations.
Houston holds the Herman Barnett Distinguished Endowed Professorship in microbiology at the University of Texas Medical Branch. While maintaining his positions at UTMB, he served a two-year appointment as deputy associate administrator for education for NASA, where he guided space science outreach programs and research opportunities for students and faculty. He currently serves on the National Institute of General Medical Sciences Advisory Council and as steering committee chair for the Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students.


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Justin Bieber/Carly Rae Jepsen/Cody Simpson
Time Warner Cable Arena
333 E. Trade St.
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 688-9000
www.timewarnercablearena.com/Price: from $60
Hours: Jan. 22 – 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Justin Bieber has taken this nation by storm ever since being discovered on YouTube. The teenage heartthrob exploded in popularity with no bad nature, a great raising by his single mom, and good people around him steering him down the right path. A great role model for young men/boys out there, Beiber puts his whole heart and all of his energy into each and every show. Because he was discovered on the Internet, he does not take his celebrity for granted, so he puts everything he has into each and every performance. Expect perfection.
Taylor Swift/Ed Sheeran
Time Warner Cable Arena
333 E. Trade St.
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 688-9000
Date: March 22 – Time to be announced.
Taylor Swift always blows her fans away when a new album comes out. Everyone wants to know who she worked with, who and what relationship certain songs are referring to, and what ex of hers will react to said songs. Entertaining to say the least. She has always been known to have a huge heart and passion for everything she does — and everyone she gets romantically involved with — and she engulfs each song in her emotions. She gives 110 percent back to her audience by putting on the most spectacular display fans love. Taylor Swift spreads her music across the genres: country, rock, rap, pop, etc., making waves with every move.
Time Warner Cable Arena
333 E. Trade St.
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 688-9000
www.timewarnercablearena.com/Price: from $30
Hours: March 16 – 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Pink has been through an amazing journey in the music industry. She came out as a rebel-like rap character, and years later, married with a baby, hit the pop scene. She changed the way she performed and created music her own way, with her priorities at hand, not anyone else's. She's the kind of pop artist music lovers love to grow with, and her new performances really show how amazingly she's developed through the years.
Tyler Hilton/Ryan Cabrera/Teddy Geiger
The Visulite Theatre
1615 Elizabeth Ave.
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 358 -92000
www.visulite.com/Price: $12 advance/$15 day of
Hours: Jan. 8 – 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.This collection of young male artists has been at the top of its game in the past, but seems to be taking it easy and performing at its own pace these days. These gents perform similar types of music and appeal to a similar type of audience, so it makes sense for them to do a tour together. Not only has their music been featured on television shows and movies, but they've made appearances in those TV shows and movies as well.
Ovens Auditorium
2700 E. Independence Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 372-3600
www.ovensauditorium.com/Price: from $50
Hours: April 7 – 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.Diana Krall is a Canadian jazz singer, noted as one of the best of all time. A two-time Grammy award winner, along with many other awards and recognition, Diana Krall has been around for some time now. Her first album came out in 1993, and she hasn't gone away since. Her accomplishments have gained her recognition throughout the years, making each show an absolute honor to watch.


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►Approximately 16 failed cyberattacks and a failed distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack have been launched against the Obamacare Web site, according to CNN reports of testimony from a top Department of Homeland Security official. The unsuccessful attacks occurred between November 6 and 8, said Roberta Stempfley during a hearing of the House Homeland Security Committee. The attempted hacks were discovered by a white-hat hacker working for the Health and Human Services department, officials stated. "All of this information is a tempting target for hackers, identity thieves and other malicious actors," Rep. Mike McCaul (R-Texas) said during the hearing, according to NBC. "We already have reported cases of hacks, fraudulent websites, and documented security vulnerabilities in the system."
►In other news, Fox News reports on a school shooting in Pittsburgh, stating that "Authorities say a 16-year-old student has been charged with shooting and injuring three students as they headed to their cars outside of Brashear High School in Pittsburgh Wednesday afternoon." And the Department of Homeland Security must disclose its plans for an internet "kill switch," the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia ruled Tuesday. Within 30 days, DHS must release the protocols that govern shutting down wireless networks to prevent the remote detonation of bombs. The agency has the option of appealing the decision, according to The Washington Times.
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It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World out there, folks. As if you needed further evidence to support the claim, the video posted below is sure to reinforce the notion that the recently ubiquitous dash cam craze in other parts of the world seemingly captures every moment of life. And, as we've seen in the past, life can be scary at times.
A Boeing 747 operated by National Airlines crashed immediately after takeoff from Bagram Air Force Base in Afghanistan yesterday, claiming the lives of all seven crewmembers on board, each of them a US citizen. No other passengers were on the plane, which is said to have been carrying a slew of military vehicles.
In the dash cam video taken by a passing motorist, the airplane can be seen (about five seconds in) in what appears to be a vertical position, with its nose pointing skyward. About 15 seconds in, the plane begins listing, loses altitude and plummets to the ground. The entire episode, from takeoff to impact, happens in less than 30 seconds.
The US National Transportation Safety Board and Afghanistan Civil Aviation Authority are currently investigating the cause of the crash. Our thoughts go out to the families and friends of the seven casualties. The dash cam video can be seen below, but please understand that it is a frightening sight and contains some explicit language – viewer discretion is advised.


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Quote: I'm for sale, and I'm pretty darn cheap too! For you it was a condo in Hawaii, how cheap is that?
Quote: Delivering a product,contractor driving to and from jobsite. Mobile billboards serve no purpose other than to drive around so you can see them....not to deliver anything or transport workers, etc.
Quote: It touts the "Natural Energy Tour" or something like that, but is the gaudiest marketing vehicle I've seen this side of the Las Vegas strrip.
Quote:Rob, Did you bride the mayor of NP?
Quote:for crisp sakes are all the posts on gunks.com nothing but people bitching? a super market is marketing with a van waaa. it's hot waaa. buy local eat pesticedes not organic waaa. mel gibson is a anti simi waaa. i can't get laid in a carpet store waaa. my pee pee hurts waaa. skytop waa waa. i took a dump in the woods, slipped and fell in my poo waa. bugs waa. gas prices waaa, the war waaa. G W bush waaaa 70's bush waaa. my ankle hurts waa you wimp. your dog is annoying waa. uberfall is a long hike waaa. i need a fresh bowl pack waaa.
Quote:So it isn't enough that Super Stop and Shop has built yet another chain store monstrosity in New Paltz. Now they have the audacity to actually hire one of those mobile billboards every weekend and drive all over the area just to let the community and weekenders know they are there. Twice now I have this converted box truck with a billboard on it sitting at the entrance to Minnewaska on a weekend. Chasing CU Market out of the Ames Plaza wasn't bad enough. Now they have to assault our senses with this useless barrage of advertisement. How could some idiot head manager decide that wasting gas on this endeavor is a good idea. I urge everyone...locals and visitors alike, to steer clear of this abomination in New Paltz. We had a perfectly lovely market in that plaza, but it could never compete with 2 huge chain food marts. The box store conversion of America is affecting New Paltz too. But you can do the right thing and not frequent that store. Let them know that their advertising on the ridge is totally unacceptable.RR


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417 Third Avenue Albany, Georgia 31701(229) 312-1000
2000 Palmyra Rd. Albany, Georgia 31701(229) 434-2000
126 Hwy. 280 West Americus, Georgia 31719(229) 924-6011
807 S. Isabella St. Sylvester, Georgia 31791(229) 776-6961
361 Randolph St. Cuthbert, Georgia 39840(229) 732-2181
MTC make up about 5 percent of thyroid cancers. Most cases, about 85 percent, are sporadic and occur in the absence of a family history. Familial cases make up the other 15 percent and represent an inherited syndrome called multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 (MEN 2).
MEN 2 is a genetic disorder associated with a high lifetime risk of developing medullary thyroid cancer. MEN 2 is caused by inherited mutations in the RET proto-oncogene located on chromosome 10. Proto-oncogenes are responsible for promoting cell growth. When altered, or mutated, they become oncogenes that can promote uncontrolled cell growth and ultimately tumor formation. Having a mutation in just one of the two copies of a particular proto-oncogene is enough to cause a change in cell growth. For this reason, oncogenes are said to be dominant at the cellular level (although the change in cell growth may or may not be detectable at a clinical level). However, the process of developing a cancer actually requires mutations in multiple growth control genes. Therefore, inheriting a mutation in one copy of the RET gene is just the first step in the process. The remainder of the mutations necessary for tumor development are acquired (not inherited). What causes additional mutations to develop is unknown. Possible causes include chemical, physical, or biological environmental exposures or chance errors in DNA replication. Nearly 100 percent of patients with MEN2 will develop medullary thyroid cancer during their lifetime.
All MEN 2 cases are inherited in an autosomal dominant manner, which means that offspring of an affected person are at a 50 percent risk for inheriting the gene mutation. There are three subtypes of MEN 2, depending on what other clinical characteristics are present (in addition to medullary thyroid cancer):
Multiple endocrine neoplasia (MEN) 2A (60 to 90 percent of MEN cases). Characteristics include:
A high lifetime risk of MTC, up to between 98 and 100 percent
Average age of medullary thyroid cancer diagnosis between 15 and 20 years
Increased risk of pheochromocytoma (a tumor of the chromaffin cells, which are present in the adrenal gland; usually benign, or noncancerous) and parathyroid adenoma or hyperplasia
95 percent of cases have an affected parent*, while 5 percent are de novo (new occurrences in a family)
95 percent of cases have a mutation in the RET gene
* In some cases, a child may be diagnosed with MTC before the parent is diagnosed.
Familial MTC (5 to 35 percent of MEN cases). Characteristics include:
Average age of onset of MTC may be later than with MEN 2A
100 percent of cases have an affected parent*
No pheochromocytoma or parathyroid disease
85 percent of cases have a mutation in the RET gene
FMTC is commonly viewed as a variant of MEN 2A with decreased penetrance of pheochromocytoma and hyperparathyroidism
Multiple endocrine neoplasia (MEN) 2B (5 percent of MEN cases). Characteristics include:
Onset of MTC in infancy or very early childhood
Increased risk of pheochromocytoma
Parathyroid disease is uncommon
Ganglioneuromatosis (inflammation of the nerve cells) in the gastrointestinal tract (40 percent)
Distinctive facial appearance with neuromas (tumors) of the tongue, lips, eyes; lips may look "blubbery"
Tall, thin, Marfanoid body type (75 percent)
Problems of the joints, muscles, and spine
50 percent of cases have an affected parent, while 50 percent are de novo (new occurrences in a family)
The American Society of Clinical Oncologists classifies MEN 2 as a group 1 disorder, which means that genetic testing (in this case for mutations in the RET gene) is considered part of the standard management for first-degree relatives (parent, siblings, children) of affected individuals. People who are mutation-positive may have their thyroid removed as a preventive measure, followed by biochemical screening for the other endocrine tumors. Genetic testing of unaffected relatives is most useful when a germline mutation has already been identified in an affected family member.
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We've loved Claire Danes since her Angela Chase days in My So-Called Life and lately she's been back in the public eye and on our style radar once again. From her off-duty girly biker chick outfit (loving the peeping animal print) to some killer red carpet looks, Claire's girl-next-door quality keeps us hooked. Her natural hair and make-up are simple yet sophisticated and her style undoubtedly elegant. We loved the monochrome '50s style Oscar de la Renta dress Claire wore to a Bafta event this week, likewise the flirty, striped Gucci frock Claire is pictured in here. No fuss, plenty of fabulous.
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Identify the person Vilasrao Deshmukh
Asked by sigma, 14 Aug '12 05:42 pm
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Union Minister of Science & Technology and former CM of Maharashtra, who breathed his last today in Chenai.Answered by Anil K Chugh, 14 Aug '12 05:50 pm
Former two times cm of maharastra, union minister for sc. and tech, till his death , powerful politician in maharastra who died today at chennai due to loss of kidney,Answered by Ramesh Agarwal, 14 Aug '12 06:47 pm
Fmr. maharshtra C.M and Union cabinet Minister who breathed his last today in Chenai.Answered by neeraj pandey, 15 Aug '12 06:37 pm
No moreAnswered by APURVA GUPTA, 14 Aug '12 06:08 pm
Ex chief minister of maharashtra and father of famous actor ritesh deshmukh, i understand he passed away to his heavely abode todayAnswered by iqbal seth, 14 Aug '12 06:01 pm
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Union Minister of Science & Technology and former CM of Maharashtra, breathed his last today...!Answered by Dil Se, 14 Aug '12 05:54 pm
Chief minister of maharashtra....twice.Answered by INDER VIG, 14 Aug '12 05:50 pm
Fmr. maharshtra C.M and Union cabinet Minister was breathed his last today !Answered by ajit kulkarni, 14 Aug '12 05:46 pm
He was former Maharashtra chief minister and Union minister for science and technology, passed away of liver failure and multiple organ failure today.Answered by Avantika, 14 Aug '12 05:45 pm


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News Release
Henderson Animal Shelter Pledges "Just One Day"
June 10, 2014
Henderson, Nev. – The Henderson Animal Care and Control Facility will join with animal shelters and rescue groups across the United States on Wednesday, June 11, to refrain from euthanizing adoptable pets for "Just One Day."
Just One Day is a national campaign to bring attention to the fact that more than 10,000 companion animals are euthanized every day. Animal shelters make a pledge to not put down any healthy or savable animal for Just One Day. The goal of the campaign is to encourage those who can adopt to visit their local shelter on June 11 and give these pets a new home.
On June 11, 2013, more than 1,000 rescue organizations took the Just One Day pledge and found homes for roughly 12,000 animals. This is the first year the Henderson animal shelter will take the pledge, and it is the Animal Control Bureau's hope that the facility will be emptier by the end of the day.
The Henderson Animal Control Bureau is dedicated to rehoming pets every day of the year, through the use of educational programs (such as the benefits of spaying/neutering your pet), rescue groups, social media, and other resources. The bureau found new homes for more than 2,000 pets in 2013, an increase of 6.5 percent over the number of pets adopted in 2012.
People interested in adopting a pet may visit the Henderson Animal Care and Control Facility at 300 E. Galleria Dr. Adoption hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The dog adoption fee is $65; it is $55 for a cat. Pets available for adoption can be found online at cityofhenderson.com. Adoption information is available by phone at 702-267-4970 option 3.
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Cloudy start breaks away for Saturday sunshine
Updated On: Dec 01 2012 10:15:43 AM EST
Saturday started with clouds and fog, but some breaks of sunshine will develop for the middle part of the day.
People who live closer to the lakes may retain more cloud cover. Saturday will be a dry day, which is perfect for some holiday shopping, putting up those Christmas lights, or just getting some yard work done.
The high temperature will be near 50 degrees, perhaps into the low 50s if we can get some bonus sunshine. Clouds will increase Saturday evening, but it should be dry for your early plans, as developing showers hold off until after 11 p.m. The lows will be in the mid-40s.
After some scattered morning showers Sunday, we dry out in the afternoon, with high temps reaching the mid to upper 50s. Get ready for some 60s on Monday!
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Dear Miss Manners: My husband and I were invited to a small dinner at the official residence of a head of state and spouse. What is the correct form in which to frame a thank-you letter? Should it be signed by me on behalf of my husband and I, and couched as "Harold and I wish to thank you ..."? Or, should it come from both of us ("We wish to thank you ...") and be signed "Harold and Harriet ..."?
We have only recently become acquainted with them, and while they do seem to be informal people, I would like to be correct.


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Contact: Lan Yoon
The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)
Caption: Listeners can maneuver the location and size of sound balls to create an acoustic environment of their choice. As the sound ball forms and moves around based on the adjustment made by the listeners, they have an enhanced 3D audio perception as if the sound pops out of the TV screen.
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Jane Cox Murray, executive director of the N.C. Youth Camp Association, speaks during Business Morning Update Wednesday at The Chariot in downtown Hendersonville.
PhotoLeigh Kelley/Times-News
Times-News Staff Writer
Published: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 5:34 p.m.
Youth camps have a significant and positive economic impact on Henderson County, a 2010 N.C. State University study found, as the county pulled in $120 million from its 17 camps.
Total economic impact findings by county
Henderson – $120 million from 17 camps
Transylvania – $126 million from 14 camps
Buncombe – $103 million from 7 camps
Jackson – $11.5 million from 2 camps
Jane Murray, executive director of the N.C. Youth Camp Association, said that in Transylvania County, $126 million was generated from 14 camps, and in Buncombe County, seven camps brought $103 million to the local economy.
The 10-week study conducted by N.C. State looked at 45 camps in Henderson, Transylvania and Buncombe counties, as well as two in Jackson County.
The estimated impact in the four Western North Carolina counties is about $365 million, Murray said.
She shared this data at Wednesday's Business Morning Update at The Chariot in Hendersonville.
"Camp is part of the culture and is the life of the community," Murray said.
In 2010, Murray said 13,053 families visited Henderson County when bringing their children to the camps. These families stayed an average of four nights in the county's lodging facilities and spent about $2,300 each on shopping, dining and visiting nature areas and historic attractions.
In addition, 1,181 seasonal camp employees spend an average of $3,858 each during their stay in Henderson County.
The last economic impact study was conducted in 1999 and showed that camps in Western North Carolina generated about $96 million. The 2010 study indicated a 279 percent increase from 11 years before.
The latest survey included 53,238 families and 5,477 seasonal workers throughout the four counties.
The N.C. Youth Camp Association has 50 member camps in the state. For more information, visit www.nccamps.org.
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When it comes to saltwater fishing tournaments, few teams are as versatile or as skilled as Chips Ahoy.
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In just the past two months, Chips Ahoy won some local fun-fish tournaments, finished third in the Pompano Beach Saltwater Shootout, had the biggest fish in the Saltwater Slam - a 51.4-pound wahoo that was worth $12,550 - and placed third in the Hydro Glow Summer Swordfish Slam.


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An astounding revelation took place at the May 9 meeting of the BOE. In the context of responding to BOE member Dean Nardone's question on a financial subject, Ms. Mary Callahan, Assistant Superintendent for Business, informed the BOE and the audience that the Town of North Hempstead is pervasively late in its payment to the school district of its share of taxes collected by the town. This practice is so exacerbating that according to Ms. Callahan, either she or a messenger has to go to Town Hall to collect the check, have it signed by the town's treasurer, and run to the bank to deposit it before the town has the opportunity to use these funds for a float of an overnight draft and/or any other such instrument, in order to make money using these funds which rightfully are not the town's to invest. Simply put, if Ms. Callahan's office doesn't resort to the aforementioned collection process, the town uses the school district's money to lend it out and collect interest on it. This is an absolute outrage not to speak of its illegality, immorality and total disregard of ethics! In effect, the town thumbs its nose at the PW School District! This practice by the town begs an investigation by the proper Nassau County authorities and possibly by the State Comptroller's office as well. Suffice it to say, that this abuse of power at the expense of the hard-working taxpayers must not be allowed to continue. Shame on you Town Supervisor Jon Kaiman, shame on you town board for your wanton disregard of the trust placed with you by your constituents.
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1. Ringgold. The Tigers boast five players who made either first or second-team preseason all-state in Class AAA and have one goal in mind this season: a state title.
2. Calhoun. The Yellow Jackets are perennial contenders in Class AA and this year will be no different with a strong top of the pitching rotation and a stout middle of the lineup.
3. Heritage. Seniors abound on the Generals' roster, including strong pitchers Cody Sherlin and Jake Sampson.
1. Matthew Crownover, Ringgold. The senior pitcher, who has signed with Clemson University, is one of the top-rated left-handed pitchers in the country and is expected to be one of the Tigers' top hitters.
2. Josh Shubert, Calhoun. The slugging senior outfielder is the latest in a long line of big-time prospects for the Yellow Jackets.
3. Adam Weldon, Ringgold. The 6-foot-5 senior first baseman hit nearly .500 last year and will anchor one of the Tigers' pitching rotation spots this season.
RINGGOLD, Ga. — As the construction crews and work trucks buzz around the still-being-renovated Bill Womack Field, the Ringgold Tigers are busy trying to ignore them as they prepare for one of the most anticipated seasons in the successful history of the program.
The Tigers went 24-4 last year, losing two games to Region 7-AAA rival Cartersville and the last two to eventual state champion Columbus in the second round of the state playoffs. That Ringgold won the opening game of the three-game series and was up late in game two before losing has not left the minds of the returning players.
It is, said senior outfielder Reed Walden, very much still in their thinking.
"It definitely left a bitter taste in our mouths, and when we're working out it adds a little extra motivation," said Walden, one of six returning starters for the Tigers, who enter the season ranked second in the preseason coach's poll. "We had the talent to win it all last year, but it just didn't come together for us at the end. We've got the pieces again this year, but we've got to take care of business."
Those pieces do not include the graduated big three of pitcher/third baseman Colton Cross, the Best of Preps North Georgia Player of the Year, shortstop Zach Lance and catcher Caleb Jones, players who made up three of the top four bats in the potent Tigers' lineup last year. Ringgold, though, still boasts what coach Brent Tucker calls one of the top pitching staffs in the state, beginning with senior Matthew Crownover.
The Clemson University signee is considered one of the top left-handed professional pitching prospects in the country by scouting services after posting sub-1.00 ERAs the past two seasons. Senior right-hander Corey Kafka, who battled injury last season, and senior Adam Weldon will anchor the other two rotation spots. Each throws in the 90 mph range and will give the Tigers a very intimidating starting three.
"Pitching is still our strength and we've got enough arms for the innings," Tucker said. "Matthew has looked great in preseason workouts. I mean, he's one of the best in the country, Corey is healthy and Adam is ready to step up."
Tucker will find out early if his team has put last year behind. The Tigers play their first six games on the road, with each of the opponents ranked in their respective state. Among the games are matchup against Florida power Trinity Christian, Russell County, Ala. and Georgia Class AAAAA powers Lassiter and Etowah.
"The first six games are tough, so we'll get tested early," said Tucker, whose team will open its renovated field March 9 against region foe Gilmer County. "We've got some holes to fill, but we like the guys who are stepping in."
The veteran Kafka will assume third-base duties when not pitching, while Andy Mochabee will catch and sophomore Slade Dale will man shortstop. What the team loses in power, it makes up for in speed. In a region that also posseses third-ranked Cartersville and fourth-ranked Allatoona, Ringgold will need to find different ways to score runs.
"We will definitely be more aggressive on the bases," Tucker said. "And that's something we'll need to do because we won't hit for as much power this year. We hit 46 home runs last year and we might hit 18 to 20 this year, but we might be a better team."
Lindsey Young is a sports writer at the Chattanooga Times Free Press who started work at the Chattanooga News-Free Press 24 years ago. He covers the Northwest Georgia prep beat and NASCAR. Lindsey's hometown is Ringgold, Ga., and he graduated from Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe High School. He received an associate's degree from Dalton Junior College (now Dalton State) and a bachelor's degree in communications from UTC. He has won several writing awards, including two Tennessee Sports ...


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Broadcast Bullys pummel FCC
by Hans on Apr.12, 2010, under Government, Industry, News
You find out how tough your adversaries are when they are backed into a corner. Such is the place that the NAB finds itself these days, as the FCC works to strip valuable spectrum from the punch drunk broadcast companies and award it to the up and coming challengers in the broadband space. Gordon Smith started his early rounds with the FCC hearings asking for an objective review of all spectrum, including federal government bands, asking that utilization be carefully reviewed as well. That was December. (continue reading…)
TV's loss is Smartphone's gain…
by Hans on Mar.28, 2010, under Government, Industry, News, Opinion
According to initial hearings with Congress over the FCC's sweeping new broadband plan, there is an immediate determination to take back at least 120Mhz of spectrum from television broadcasters and allocate it to mobile phone providers. Apparently up to 500Mhz may be targeted within the next 10 years. I don't think that is going far enough. Obviously the broadcasters are not taking this well. Mobile data providers are pretty juiced though! (continue reading…)
iPhone sales to Explode outside US in 2010.
by Hans on Mar.14, 2010, under Government, Industry
The real question is, "Why not in the US?" Some might blame the lack of US sales on the crappy network service that has plagued the iPhone lately, or suggest that at it's very high price the market for people that want to shell out that kind of dough for a phone is saturated, but the reason isn't so simple. (continue reading…)
A very scary proposition….
by Hans on Oct.23, 2009, under Government, Industry, Opinion
It is that time of year when everyone starts to think about spooky things, so who can blame Charles Golvin for making the comment that headlines this article? Golvin is principal analyst with Forrester Research, and he made that remark regarding the reaction of wireless companies to the FCC's current plan to extend Net Neutrality rules to include wireless providers. The gentleman to our left here is not the star of the new "Saw" movie, or Halloween 57, or Friday the Thirteenth, part 34 – he is Federal Communications Commission Chairman Julius Genachowski. And he is the really, really spooky dude who is causing the big bad wireless providers to seriously reconsider how safe it is to go out and loot the general public with their standard trick or treat activities. The New York Times talked about it a month ago, and just today the FCC approved a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Net Neutrality. This is to those who are advocates for Net Neutrality a day to celebrate, not a day to fear! Check out the joyous coverage at Savetheinternet.


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Assemblyman Tom Alfano announced that he was able to secure $90,000 in grant funding for Elmont Memorial High School to build a new outdoor concession stand with announcer's booth and new training equipment for the Elmont Memorial High School weight room.
The grant funding comes on the heels of a new weight room Alfano secured for Sewanhaka High School that is now fully operational. The grants were secured by Alfano through the state budget process and are part of his education investment initiatives in the 21st Assembly District.
"These new additions to our high schools will enhance the high school experience for our young people and build upon other projects I was able to secure for our students," said Alfano. "The new weight room at Sewanhaka High School is sensational and has been receiving rave reviews from student-athletes. The projects at Elmont Memorial High School were sorely needed and I am very pleased to have teamed up with parents, principal John Capozzi and the Elmont Memorial High School community."
The concession stand will also house an announcer's booth for games along with a new state-of-the-art sound system. The sound system is the second audio system Alfano secured for Elmont Memorial High School as the first was secured for the high school gymnasium for the indoor sports programs ranging from the basketball to the volleyball teams.
"The grant will not only be used to build the concession stand, but it will also be used to purchase a refrigerator, stove equipment, food prep areas and other ancillary household supplies. The concession stand will be used to house the outdoor kitchen that will allow our community, parents, and student groups to offer hot food and provide refreshments during our athletic and recreational events. The proceeds from the sales will be used to support the athletic and academic programs at Elmont Memorial High School," said princial Capozzi. "I want to thank Tom Alfano for always being there for Elmont Memorial High School."
The concession stand will be located between the track and baseball fields on the Dutch Broadway side of the Elmont Memorial school grounds.
The second project at Elmont Memorial is the refurbishment of the weight room. The grant funding Alfano secured will allow the school to purchase new free weights, Cybex machines, Bo-flex machines, cardiovascular equipment and assorted weight lifting equipment. The weight room refurbishment is part of a new wellness initiative that Elmont Memorial High School has embarked upon over the last few years. Part of the initiative entails the "Walk for Wellness," raising awareness of healthy choices in eating and lifestyle as well as getting proper exercise and combating diabetes as well as childhood and young adult obesity.


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FORT WAYNE – Mike Embach has done nearly as much to keep the Komets in playoff contention as Brandon Marino, who has 26 goals and an ECHL-leading 80 points in 66 games.
The Komets (31-23-12) are clinging to the eighth and final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference with only six games remaining in the regular season as they head into today's game at Memorial Coliseum against the Cincinnati Cyclones (37-22-6).
The Komets, who are trying to avoid missing the playoffs in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 1974 and 1975, are a point ahead of Florida.
The Komets have made 12 trades this season, believed to be a franchise record, and the best may have been the one that brought them Embach and Nathan Martine from Gwinnett on Dec. 12 for Bobby Hughes and Rob Kwiet.
Embach has 21 goals and 39 points in 46 games since the trade.
It's just his competing that stands out, coach Gary Graham said. He's finishing his checks and being a rat and agitator. He's a guy who can get under other players' skins, and he's got the skill and finesse to do it.
Embach has points in eight of the last nine games, including a hat trick in a 5-4 loss to Orlando on March 19 that had a one-on-one move so good it was televised nationally on Fox Sports One.
Embach has eight goals and 14 points in the last nine games, and the Komets have gone 5-3-1 to stay in the playoff race despite injuries to Dean and Christian Ouellet, Ben Meisner and Chris Auger.
Embach's ascension has helped take the pressure off Marino, who is three points ahead of Alaska's Peter Sivak in the scoring race. The last Komets player to win a scoring title was Lonnie Loach in the now-defunct IHL in 1990-91.
Definitely, there's been more responsibility and more ice time for me, so you kind of have to step up, Embach said, and it's been working out so far.
Embach began the season with Cincinnati, tallying two assists in five games. He had six goals and 10 points with Gwinnett in 11 games.
Really, ever since we were down there in Florida for that three-game series (Feb. 19-22), he's been picking it up and he's been playing some great hockey, Graham said. It's good to see him have some success.
Notes: Aaron Clarke was selected Tuesday as the ECHL's player of the week. He had three goals and six points in two games last weekend at South Carolina, where the Komets went 1-0-1. The Indy Fuel, which will begin play next season in the ECHL, will have a five-year affiliation agreement with the Chicago Blackhawks. The Indianapolis Ice in the old IHL were affiliated with the Blackhawks.
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Civil War Trust fights subdivision opposite national park entrance
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America's biggest nonprofit battlefield preservation group is worried about what a proposed subdivision will do to the original entrance of Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park.
In a letter Monday to Fredericksburg Mayor Mary Katherine Greenlaw, the Civil War Trust expressed its concerns over Telegraph Hill, a 79-home development proposed on 29 acres opposite Lee Drive.
"We believe that building the Telegraph Hill access road at this location would be inconsisten with both the City's immediate goals as well as its longstanding tradition of thoughtful stewardship," trust President O. James Lighthizer wrote Greenlaw.
Read more in Free Lance-Star reporter Robyn Sidersky's post here.
Read all of Lighthizer's letter here.
The National Park Service opposes the subdivision as currently proposed, saying that its entrance road would worsen traffic congestion at Lee Drive and Lafayette Boulevard, an already congested area rated "D" in functionality by the Virginia Department of Transportation.
The Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization questioned the wisdom of adding more intersections to Lafayette, plagued by "peak-hour traffic back-ups," in its 2009 Lafayette Boulevard Corridor Study.
The Telegraph Hill development was recommended by the city Planning Commission late last month.
The City Council is scheduled to hear public comment on the proposal at its meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 28.
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My family was never really suburban in the traditional sense of the word. We went downtown often, attended lots of theatre and ate in interesting restaurants. But it was always a long schlep to get anywhere. We needed to leave the house an hour before any dinner reservation. And I always had to make sure to catch the last TTC ride home, curbing late-night teenage adventures. I hated walking across the deserted parking lot of Finch subway station to retrieve the family car and drive the rest of the way home. It was too quiet. I always preferred the noise and bustle of downtown to the eery silence of deserted suburbia.
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I'm still performing burlesque at almost eight-months pregnant
We had a wildly successful show this past weekend, the club was packed and the crowd was very enthusiastic and responsive, which was fantastic. I'd spent the last month wavering between being very excited about my two solos, and being very scared about how exposed I was going to be up there. Normally when I perform, I leave a waist cincher on because body issues.
How "part-time parenthood" works for us
The upside of this situation is that we found out that my husband IS the better stay at home parent. This could be because he really didn't enjoy his "on call" job very much, or it could be that he hasn't spent the last 10 months 24/7 with a little baby happily suckling his nipples, but he is happier at home, gets more done than I ever did, and our baby is happier camper for him. Instead of me waiting for him to get home at question mark o'clock from his crummy job, he knows I will be back at lunch time for breastfeeding, then at 4:30 on the dot for more breastfeeding. We get supper on the table together, take a walk as a family, then both tackle bedtime together. Sometimes we even have time for sex.
Ignoring the symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy cost me a Fallopian tube
One Saturday night I was just suddenly extremely sore in my lower abdomen — because of some historical gastrointestinal issues I assumed it was just a really bad case of bloat. Then it went on for the entire week. I made some drastic diet choices. I cut out dairy and anything with bubbles or that's known to cause gas at all. I consulted Dr. Google and tried every ridiculous thing I found in forum posts or on Web MD. Meanwhile my husband got more worried by the day and gently urged (read: tried to load me in the car while I was sleeping) me to go to the doctor or the emergency room. I was so sure it was something benign that I refused to listen to reason.
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text: HISTORY OF FLIGHTOn January 1, 2009, at 2048 central standard time, a Lancair 360, N3603R, impacted the terrain following a loss of control while taking off on runway 12 (2,937 feet by 100 feet, dry asphalt) at the Joliet Regional Airport (JOT), Joliet, Illinois. The commercial pilot and passenger were fatally injured. The airplane was destroyed by impact forces and a post impact fire. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed and no flight plan was filed. The personal flight was operating under 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91. The flight was originating at the time of the accident with an intended destination of the Watertown Municipal Airport (RYV), Watertown, Wisconsin. The first segment of the cross country flight originated from the Executive Airport (ORL), Orlando, Florida, between 1000 and 1100 on the day of the accident.The pilot landed at JOT about 1800. A pilot flying a Diamond DA-40XL who was landing at JOT at the same time stated the accident pilot asked him over the radio if he could land first as he was low on fuel. After landing, the accident pilot discovered there were no fuel services available due to the New Year's holiday. The accident pilot left a message on the airport answering machine asking that his airplane be fueled so that he could depart by 0700 the following morning so his passenger could get to work. He requested they fuel the airplane with 10 gallons of fuel in each wing. The accident pilot told several people that he landed with 4 to 5 gallons of fuel on board and that he needed fuel to continue the flight to Wisconsin. He called a friend who researched nearby airports where he could possibly obtain fuel. The friend stated she called two near-by airports one of which was closed. The other, the DuPage County Airport (DPA), was open and did have fuel. DPA personnel recalled this telephone call which was followed by another call from a person identifying himself as the pilot of the airplane at Joliet. The pilot asked if they would sell him 5 gallons of fuel in a fuel container. DPA personnel told the pilot that they normally only sold fuel that was put directly into airplanes; however, if he was stuck, they would sell him the fuel. DPA personnel stated the pilot never came to the airport to purchase the fuel. The accident pilot spoke with the Diamond pilot who landed after him and two other people who were at JOT to meet the Diamond pilot regarding his need to obtain fuel. The Diamond pilot stated he gave the accident pilot an outdated Airport Facility Directory so that he would have some information regarding nearby airports. In addition, the Diamond pilot stated he had to clear frost off the wings of his airplane prior to taking off about 30 minutes after he landed. The two other people at the airport gave the pilot and his passenger a ride to a restaurant located next to the airport. An employee and the owner of the restaurant recalled the pilot and passenger. They stated the pilot used the employee's computer to look up information regarding nearby airports. The pilot told them they were flying from Orlando to Madison and that the flight from Orlando to JOT took 4.5 hours. They landed with 5 gallons of fuel on board and talked about going to DPA to get fuel. They also spoke about siphoning fuel from another airplane at the airport and leaving money for the fuel. The pilot also stated that the global positioning unit in the airplane was not working. There were no other known witnesses who saw the pilot and passenger after they left the restaurant. The accident sequence was recorded on a security camera at a gas station located near the approach end of the runway. Night conditions existed at the time of the accident and the lights from the airplane are visible in the recording. At 2041, the airplane can be seen taxiing from the ramp area to the approach end of the runway. At 2047, the airplane's strobe lights are activated while the airplane is on the runway. At 2048, a flash is seen off the left side of the runway followed seconds later by a larger flash. PERSONNEL INFORMATIONThe pilot-in-command, age 50, held a commercial pilot certificate with airplane single-engine land and sea and instrument airplane ratings. The certificate also contained private pilot privileges for multi-engine land airplanes. The pilot was issued a second-class medical certificate on November 20, 2008. The medical certificate did not contain any limitations. The pilot's family provided a copy of a computerized pilot log. The flights in this log were dated between April 3, 1991, and February 19, 2008. The log was not complete as there were entries which did not have any flight times associated with them. The log showed the pilot had a total time of 2,058.65 hours of flight time. On his application for medical certificate dated November 20, 2008, the pilot reported having 3,425 hours of flight time of which 85 hours were flown in the previous 6 months. The aircraft maintenance logbook showed the pilot was checked out to fly the accident airplane on June 12, 1996. The co-owner of N3603R provided an aircraft flight log for N3603R. This log contained entries dated between April 10, 1996, and December 18, 2002, indicating times that the pilot flew the airplane. Those entries totaled 221.4 hours of flight time. None of the records indicated the date of the pilot's last biennial flight review. AIRCRAFT INFORMATIONThe accident airplane was an amateur-built Lancair 360, serial number 238-320-007. The Lancair 360 is a high performance, laminar flow low-wing, two place composite airplane. The airplane flight manual indicates the airplane consumes 10.5 gallons per hour of fuel at a 75 percent power setting at sea level. The total fuel capacity is 57 gallons. The airplane was built by a flying club and the first flight was logged on September 27, 1992. The pilot became a member of the flying club after the airplane was built. The pilot and a co-owner purchased the airplane from the flying club in November 2008. The airplane was powered by a 180-horsepower, Lycoming O-360-A1A engine, serial number L-663-36. The last condition inspection on both the airframe and engine was performed on February 13, 2008, at a total aircraft time of 1,429.3 hours. The aircraft total time at the time of the accident was 1,445.5 hours.METEOROLOGICAL CONDITIONSThe weather conditions reported at JOT at 2045, were: Wind from 210 degrees at 8 knots; visibility 10 statute miles; broken clouds at 9,000 feet; temperature minus 1 degree Celsius; dew point minus 4 degrees Celsius; altimeter 29.80 inches of mercury.WRECKAGE AND IMPACT INFORMATIONThe main wreckage was located in the grass on the north side of the taxiway which runs parallel to the north side of runway 12. The position of the wreckage was approximately 1,800 feet from the departure end of the runway. The magnetic heading of the debris path from initial impact to the main wreckage was 84 degrees. The initial impact ground scar was located approximately 96 feet north of the runway in an area of grass between the runway and parallel taxiway. This impact mark was approximately 27 feet long and it contained pieces of red glass consistent with the red position light which would have been located on the left wing of the airplane. The next impact area contained two slashes in the terrain, one of which contained a red paint transfer. These marks were followed by pieces of canopy and debris which led up to the south edge of the taxiway. A scattering of wreckage was present across the taxiway. Scorched terrain was visible beginning on the northern half of the taxiway up to and approximately 70 feet beyond the location of the main wreckage. The main wreckage was located approximately 140 feet from the north edge of the taxiway. The propeller separated from the crankshaft and was located between the taxiway and the main wreckage. One propeller blade was loose in the hub. Both propeller blades tips were gouged and the propeller spinner was shattered. The airplane came to rest inverted. The wreckage was burned from the engine rearward to aft of the cockpit area. Photographs taken by rescue personnel show the wings, engine, and empennage were attached to one another after the accident. However, these sections were cut and separated by rescue personnel to facilitate removal of the occupants. The left wing sustained impact damage to the leading edge. The wingtip was separated and both the upper and lower surfaces of the wing were burned. The left wing from the fuselage attach point outboard to the landing gear contained only the front and rear spar. The portion of the wing between the spars in this area was consumed by the post impact fire. The left wing flap was attached to the wing at the inboard attach point. An outboard portion of the aileron remained attached to the wing and the inboard portion of the left aileron was burned away. The entire lower surface of the right wing was burned with the exception of the aileron and wingtip. Both the flap and the upper portion of the aileron remained attached to the wing. As with the left wing, the inboard section of the right wing from the fuselage attach point outboard to the landing gear contained only the front and rear spar. The portion of the wing between the spars in this area was consumed by post impact fire. The upper surface of the right wing from the landing gear attach point outboard to the wing tip was not burned. The upper surface of the right wing tip, forward of the position light, was scraped. Both main landing gear remained attached to their respective wings and were in the extended position. The position of the flap actuator was consistent with a 10 degree flap extension. The forward section of the aft fuselage was burned. The leading edge of the top of the vertical stabilizer sustained impact damage and the top of the vertical stabilizer was split open. The rudder was relatively undamaged and it remained attached to the stabilizer at its lowest attach point. Continuity of the flight control system could not be established due to the extent of the impact and fire damage. The elevator push tube was intact from the elevator to the aft cockpit area where it had been cut by rescue personnel. The engine sustained heat and fire damage. The top of the number 2 cylinder sustained impact damage with one of the push rods separated and found along the wreckage path and the other push rod was bent. All of the ignition leads sustained fire and heat damage. The magnetos were removed from the engine and spark was visible on all 4 terminals of both magnetos when they were turned by hand. The fuel line from the electric fuel pump to the engine driven fuel pump was removed and no fuel was present in the line. The fuel line from the engine driven fuel pump to the carburetor was also removed and no fuel was present. The engine driven fuel pump was removed and no fuel was present in the pump. The pump rotated smoothly when turned by hand. The engine rotated freely when turned by hand. The top spark plugs were removed from each cylinder and the cylinders were inspected with a boroscope. No anomalies were noted with the cylinders with the exception of debris present in the number 4 cylinder. The number 4 cylinder exhaust pipe was crushed open at the flange. Thumb compression was noted on the number 1, 2, and 3 cylinders. Compression was achieved on the number 4 cylinder after debris was cleared from around the valves. Movement was visible on all of the cylinder valves with the exception of the number 2 cylinder which had the missing and damaged push rods. All of the accessory gears moved when the engine was rotated. MEDICAL AND PATHOLOGICAL INFORMATIONAn autopsy was performed on the pilot on January 3, 2009, by the Will County Coroner's Office. The autopsy report listed the cause of death as "Blunt Head and Chest Trauma." Forensic Toxicology Fatal Accident Reports were prepared for the pilots by the FAA Civil Aeromedical Institute, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The results for all tests conducted were negative. TESTS AND RESEARCHRecords obtained from ORL showed N3603R was fueled with 47.7 gallons of fuel when it arrived there on December 26, 2008. The pilot purchased a quarter bushel of grapefruit prior to departing from ORL. According to the merchant the weight of the quarter bushel of grapefruit was about 12 pounds. The baggage and miscellaneous contents were recovered from the airplane, dried, and weighed following the accident. The total weight for these items was 125 pounds. Weight and balance calculations indicate the weight of the airplane at takeoff was approximately 1,809 pounds with a center of gravity (cg) of 66.2 inches. The maximum takeoff gross weight for the airplane is listed in the operating manual as being 1,800 pounds with a cg range of 59.9 to 65.7 inches. Flight plan information was found among the paperwork scattered around the accident site. This information showed a flight planned from (ORL) to the Lebanon Municipal Airport (M54), Lebanon, Tennessee, then to RYV. Personnel at M54 reported there was no record that N3603R fueled at their airport. On January 2, 2009, a note and money were found inside a Cessna 172 operated by JF Aviation at JOT. The note stated, "We were stuck and needed 5 gal of 100LL from your left wing tank here is $30 Thanks." This airplane was full of fuel following its last flight on December 31, 2008. After the note was discovered, the airplane was fueled and it was determined that 21.1 gallons of fuel were missing. Approximately 5 to 6 gallons of fuel were missing from the left fuel tank and the remainder was missing from the right fuel tank. A step ladder and a piece of garden hose were found near the fuel pumps. The inside of the hose had an odor similar to aviation fuel. Two people contacted the investigator in charge stating that they had seen deer on or near the runway at JOT. One caller stated that around 1700 on the day of the accident he saw approximately a dozen deer out on the runway. In addition to these callers, several other people stated that it was not unusual to see deer near the runway. The south side of the airport is bordered by a portion of the Will County Forest Preserve. A 4-foot high chain link fence runs along the south, west, and north side of the airport. The southeast corner and east side of the airport are not fenced.


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My girlfriend Carin and I pulled into the Dash Point State Park, outside of Federal Way, Washington, nestled up the the southern flanks of the beautiful Puget Sound. The day was set to be clear, one of the warmest and purest of the 2013 year. This half marathon race we were about to engage in would be test for the both of us, but in different ways. Though we have disparate motivations, we have a similar goal. We want to run, and we want to travel around this continent running; finding new environments to explore and interesting races to enter.
Last month I ran my first ultra-marathon, a 31 mile race up and down hills, through mud and creeks, and across rocks and grass. Of the 65 silly people who entered the race, I finished 10th silliest, exhausted but quite proud of myself. I was now entering my second trail race, only a 1/2 marathon this time, the Dash Point 1/2 Marathon, a part of the Evergreen Trail Running Series.
Days before this race, I decided I wanted to push myself harder during this competition and see what I could really do. A wise friend advised against exerting myself too hard for this race because a week and a half earlier I was laying in a hospital bed for 6 hours after blacking out at work due to exhaustion, extremely low blood pressure, and moderate dehydration – advice not heeded.
The Dash Point race was two laps around a 6.6 mile loop through the Dash Point State Park, a web of narrow and easily confused trails. My first lap was strong and I steadily picked up my pace, passing dozens of runners, myself only being passed by one other runner. The loop doubles back on itself for the first/last mile of the course, and when I hit this part of the course I kept expecting to see runners heading my way, on their second lap…but it did not happen. I suspected the leader was a tall lanky 20-something guy with long shaggy hair and short yellow shorts. He began the race fast and in the lead from the start, and I never passed him. But instead, about 1/5 of a mile from the start/halfway/finish line, a purple-shirted runner with an excellent stride came my way and went by.
I hit the aid station and while throwing back a cup of water and jamming a PBJ in my mouth asked the attendant how many people had come through already. "You're in second place!"
"What?!?" I replied (where was yellow-shorts guy?)
"Just the guy in purple is ahead of you" he said smiling.
My eyes wide, I smirked happily, and I took off running, "Thanks!" I yelled behind me and gave a loud and high-pitched yelp, "Huuuuzaaaahhhhhh!"
Two minutes later, the yellow-shorts guy passed by me, heading towards the aid station. He must have taken a wrong turn at some point and got off course (I never passed him). Two minutes behind me…I made the decision to leave no doubt in my mind or his that I earned my standing ahead of him. I picked up the pace, smiled at the warming sun, took my shirt off, loosened my hips and shoulders and began to fly. A mob of runners were keeping pace behind yellow-shorts guy, but he looked strong…two minutes back.
I attacked hills on the ascent and descent, shuffled quickly around tight switch-backs, and caught my breath on the straights. At the water station, halfway through the loop, the little old lady who worked it hooted and hollered, putting her little fists in the air, "you're doing great! go go go!" I smiled big and threw up a fist. This is fun, I thought.
The final 2.5 miles, I kept expecting to see either purple-shirt guy in front of me, or yellow-shorts guy at my rear. But it never happened. I began lapping people still on their first loop. I would yell "on your left!" to signal my fast approach, but they would often – because of their iPod ear-budedness – not hear me. Not wanting to slow down, I would dash by them through the bushes. On three occasions I went galavanting through stinging nettles, but never slowing down. These last miles were my quickest.
At times though, I would slow down a little while, or become self-absorbed in my mounting fatigue. During those times, a mantra is very helpful. If my rhythm stumbled or my pace slowed I would say, "eat it up!" This would bring my brain back to the race and to the objective – move move move! During my last race (the 31 miler) my mantra had to do with sandwiches and was more like a poorly written song; "I feel like a chicken-sandwich. A-What? A chicken-sandwich! A-What!?! A CHICKEN SANDWICH! Curiously, they both have to do with food.
I was nearing the finish, within a mile or so of the checkered line. I saw Carin approaching, working through her second lap. Still pursuing purple-shirt guy, and fearing yellow-shorts guy, I managed to get out a few grumbly, gurgle-ish, words before I took off again.
I strode across a wooden bridge and onto a boardwalk two feet above a bog. I was not sure if I could catch purple-shirt guy at this point but I was dead-set on putting as much distance between yellow-shorts guy and myself as possible.
I crossed the finish line in 2nd place out of about 150, 1 hour 43 minutes after I started. Purple-shirt guy (Joe) was a little over 1 minute ahead of me. I began counting the clock to see when the third place finisher would cross the line (two minutes was all I was thinking). Nearly 7 minutes later the 3rd place runner crossed the finish line, and it wasn't even yellow-shorts guy! I was very pleased, I took my shoes and socks off and walked over to a nearby creek and sat on the bank, submerging my worked feet in the cold water. "This is fun" I said to myself. I stood up, filled my bottle with orange juice and went back to the finish line to applaud the finishing runners.
During the car ride home, Carin and I discussed what went well and not so well during the race and how we can improve. Our next big race, will be along shores of the legendary Lake Chelan in eastern Washington. I am eager for it. It will be my first attempt at a 50 mile race.
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"There is a saving streak of the primitive in all of us," wrote Euell Gibbons, who introduced the art of foraging to the citified masses in the 1960s and 1970s. Hunting was as popular a sport then as now, but foraging was easier and cheaper, and ought to be practiced more, Gibbons believed.
You didn't have to go to the mountains or virgin forest to gather wild foods; you could just head out your door and take a walk. Fence rows, stream banks, and even vacant lots could provide the raw material for tasty, nutritious, and unusual table fare. In books and magazine articles, Gibbons told how to identify and harvest dozens, perhaps hundreds, of wild species, and how best to cook them up.
The Pacific Northwest now has its own modern Euell Gibbons in Langdon Cook, author of Fat of the Land: Adventures of a 21st Century Forager. Although Cook grew up on factory food in suburban Connecticut, he certainly has a streak of the primitive. Cook first came to the Northwest to sailboard on the Columbia River. He returned a few years later to study creative writing and then took an editorial job with Amazon, but couldn't stay tethered to a desk for long.
Cook likes to write, and he writes well, but most of all, he likes outdoor adventure. In and near his current hometown of Seattle, Cook gathers plants that Gibbons also loved: watercress, fiddleheads, stinging nettles, and dandelions. He "jigs" for squid off a Seattle pier, along with Nicaraguans, Cambodians, and Ukrainians. (A jig is "like a miniature cigar" with a circle of hooks at the end, meant to entangle rather than impale a squid.) He casts for silver salmon from a Seattle beach, day after day, until he finally lands one.
Cook forages farther afield, too. He drives hundreds of miles to a fire-blackened forest to gather morels, avoiding crowds of recreational mushroom hunters and dodging potentially dangerous pros. He camps on the Washington coast in winter and wanders the beach at night with hundreds of strangers, all hoping to nab a few precious razor clams with their PVC suction guns.
He keeps an eye out for bears while picking huckleberries in the Blue Mountains and eastern Cascades. He catches steelhead trout (mostly hatchery-grown, but wild enough after months or years in the Pacific) on the Rogue River in southwestern Oregon and, early on a June morning, he gets in line at Bonneville Dam on the Columbia River to await the starting gun for shad season.
The more daring the foraging adventure, the more fun Cook seems to have. Instead of catching crabs by dropping pots from a boat, he likes to dive into the Puget Sound, "chase them down like a seal, pin them against the bottom," and then try to grab the crabs' back legs without getting his hand sliced by the pincers.
With his friend Dave, he deigns to use a boat to catch spot shrimp, but it's a borrowed canoe on a windy day in the treacherous fjord known as Hood Canal, and the men must pull up hundreds of feet of rope by hand to collect their pots.
Most frighteningly, Cook free-dives as deep as 30 feet in the cold water of Puget Sound to spear enormous lingcod, "long and snakelike, with a large mouth of teeth."
In his pensive moments, Cook writes lovely prose about nature. And while readers can learn plenty from Fat of the Land about where to find and how to harvest 15 or so edible wild species, Cook doesn't forget to tell how to prepare them for supper, too. Having worked to live up to his name, Cook closes each chapter with a good basic recipe.
But Fat of the Land is more memoir than nature guide or cookbook; readers hoping for a comprehensive index will be disappointed. Instead, it's a collection of adventure stories: the intrepid narrator challenging the wild, with beer-drinking buddies sporting monikers like Trouthole and Warpo. Foraging, for Cook, is a most manly sport.
But foraging Langdon Cook–style gets ever more difficult and expensive as our swelling human population and our pollutants limit safety, seasons, and harvest allowances. Cook doesn't gloss over the ecological questions involved; he is conservation-minded. But he clearly enjoys the challenge of getting his tastes of the dwindling fat of our land.
Less daring readers, like me, may turn from Cook back to Euell Gibbons, who caught fish and hunted game but mostly gathered weeds — weeds like mustard and winter cress and chicory, wild cherries and elderberries and crabapples.
These neglected plants still line our roadsides and decorate our vacant lots. We can pick their foliage and fruits and enjoy them, thank goodness, without fearing that we may never taste such things again.
Linda Ziedrich has written several cookbooks. She keeps a large organic garden on her family homestead east of Albany, Oregon.
Thanks for the wonderful review Linda! I've wondered about this one but have yet to pick it up.
Speaking of hunting/gathering, watch Extreme Chef tonight at 10/9c on Food Network. There'll be hunting, gathering, cooking, and good old fashion fun.
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Season highlights: A season ago, Wright emerged as one of Broward County's top young players and this year, she took on an increased leadership role for the defending state champion Panthers. Her athleticism and size made her a dominant inside presence for Dillard and she averaged 14.0 points and 9.4 rebounds, helping lead Dillard to a third consecutive Class 5A title.