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Was it hot yesterday in Brazil?
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Donning a red bodysuit and shaking her truth-telling hips, The Voice judge helped close out the 2014 World Cup by performing "La la la (Brazil 2014)" on the
field pitch prior to Germany playing Argentina in the final match.
The German would go on to win 1-0, but many viewers would go on to only remember the sight of Shakira singing, shaking and gyrating in front of thousands in the stands and millions watching at home.
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Shakira , with all the plastic surgery she had, and the botox, bleach her hair and one of her ribs was removed to look small , she still looks old and ugly. She has no talent, it was hard to understand what was she talking about on American Idol . She should just go back to Colombia and stay there. She is irrelevant.
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Grand Canyon Facts from the National Geographic Visitor Center
The Grand Canyon is a wonderful year-round vacation destination and has millions of facts, info, stories, history, geology and areas to study. Learning the hisory and interesting facts about the Grand Canyon can be a life long venture of research and exploration.
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The Grand Canyon
- Is a chasm 277 miles long and up to 18 miles wide
- Below Yavapai point is 2,400 feet above sea level, about 4,500 feet below the South Rim and 5,400 feet below the North Rim for an average depth of about one mile
- Took 3-6 million years to form; erosion continues to alter its contours
- Includes approximately 70 species of mammals, 250 species of birds, 25 types of reptiles and five species of amphibians
- Was formed by the Colorado River, which flows west through the canyon and averages about 300 feet width, 100 feet in depth and flows at an average speed of four miles per hour
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- More sustainable, cleaner and quieter and more energy efficient trains contributing to a better environment
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This review is from: TP-LINK Archer C2 AC750 Dual Band Wireless AC Gigabit Router, USB Port, IPv6, Guest Network
Pros: Reliable.
User friendly while still having decent power user options.
Small and sleek design allows you to place it just about anywhere.
I've always been a fan of TP-Link for a wide amount of reasons. They are pretty regular with releasing a quality value product that is reliable and more often than not allows a way for power users to install a custom firmware if you fancy that sort of thing. Personally I've always found the standard UI to be snappy and easy to follow. They are also one of the few that don't release products with bloatware along side any software they may send with their product.
Cons: I had no issues or cons with the product. It met expectations and never dropped outside of extreme ranges (as you'd expect). Never had to reset the router (or any TP-Link product in recent memory).
Other Thoughts: In recent years, TP-Link has been my go to recommendation for my less tech savvy friends.READ FULL REVIEW
This review is from: Flash Furniture Mid-Back Leather Office Chair with Nylon Arms - Black
Pros: Assembly is simple, instructions are provided, but not really necessary.
Material seems nice enough.
Movement is nice, you get about 30-40 degree of tilt back, mostly for those of us that tend to be kind of restless sitters. You can lock it of course so it doesn't have any tilt. Spinning is spinning of course, no squeaks.
Decent amount of height adjustment.
Cons: Locking the tilt on the chair makes the chair feel odd and rigid, also it adds noise to the chair if you try to lean back with the lock in place (the handle that you push in to lock it clacks and clanks as you attempt to lean back).
Armrest is pretty bad.
1. The nature of how it holds the back and bottom of the seat together and how it loops forward means sitting with your legs crossed or anything but straight forward, both feet on the floor, means there is VERY little room and makes sitting uncomfortable for long periods of time.
2. They are solid/hard and provide nothing but support, you won't be leaving your elbows on them for long before it becomes uncomfortable. If you are using them with your arms flat then they are fine and probably won't cause much fuss. (never seen anyone with their arms flat and relaxed on office armrests unless they are idle and not using a computer/writing/ect.)
Price was a huge problem when I was first looking at this, pricing was in the $200+ range for whatever reason. This is far from that sort of worth. Now it's sitting at a ~$90 pricetag, I managed to pick it up on sale for somewhere around ~$50 and it does what it needs to as a ~$50 chair. I believe anything more than $80 is probably too much to spend on this chair.
Other Thoughts: I don't really think I expected much out of this chair, I think it met expectations considering the huge price drop it had. I'm using it right now over the rocking/reclining lounge chair I had been using prior mostly just due to the height to reach my desk better and it forces a better posture out of me when I am sitting, however comfort-wise I prefer my old chair.READ FULL REVIEW
This review is from: NETGEAR R8000-100NAS Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band Gigabit Wireless Router
Pros: I want to start by expanding on my title, there are so many features that I'd be surprised if it didn't meet someone's needs.
The design is probably the best I've seen, and the lights can be turned off which is a huge plus if that sort of thing is a bother.
The speed and range doesn't disappoint. I've had to use repeaters in the past to get sufficient range before, this solves that for me and frees up some of the clutter around my house.
There are some good convenience buttons on this such as a power button (these are becoming a lot more common thankfully) and a button to turn wireless off without having to turn off the whole network or go into the web settings to turn it off.
Cons: The only con that could be said is possibly the size and price, what you pay for in price is certainly the best of the best though and I wouldn't consider that a negative.
Other Thoughts: The size is a concern for some though I'm sure. For me it wasn't an issue and won't be for anyone that uses shelving to hold all their network appliances. If you are planning to stick this on a desk or in a drawer then this probably is a tad too large. For those that would pay for this extreme of a router though, I would expect it to be given the optimal space and location it needs.READ FULL REVIEW


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Published June 19, 2013
The death of a dolphin in China that was photographed with beachgoers handling it shortly beforehand has sparked outrage on the country's social media sites.
Tourists on the South China beach near a resort in Hainan Province reportedly flocked to the stranded dolphin to take pictures, with a group of men lifting the animal out of the water to pose with it. They posted photos to China's version of Twitter, called Sina Weibo.
According to official Chinese news agency Xinhua, lifeguards arrived to disperse the crowds and protect the dolphin until fisheries officials arrived around 7 p.m. local time to take the mammal for treatment. It died around 11 p.m. local time.
Social media users blamed the dolphin's death on the handling it received from the tourists, according to news reports.
It's hard to say how much, or if, the physical contact with humans contributed to the mammal's death, said Erin Fourgeres, a marine mammal biologist with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Marine Fisheries Service in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Fourgeres said that one of the pictures of the dolphin out of the water showed the animal arching its back, which is a stress response.
"[But] if animals are stranded, there's generally something wrong with them," she explained. So the dolphin in China was likely sick or injured to begin with. "With that said," Fourgeres continued, "we would never advise anyone to go pick up the animal."
She also emphasized that handling a stranded animal can be dangerous for humans. Dolphins have strong tails and sharp teeth, she said, and "you can get hurt if you don't handle the animal appropriately."
It's hardly the first time that questions have been raised about how humans interact with dolphins and other marine mammals.
In several recent U.S. incidents, people have been photographed riding or attempting to ride manatees off the coast of Florida, while others have been filmed doing cannonballs onto the slow-moving mammals from a dock.
Another man was given a warning after photographs surfaced of him climbing on the back of a stranded sperm whale, also off the coast of Florida, in December of last year. (Related: "Famous Wild Dolphin 'Beggar' Killed After Illegal Feedings and Pettings.")
The U.S. Marine Mammal Protection Act, along with several state laws, makes it illegal to harass marine mammals.
This China incident "points to the fact that we need to have increased global protection for dolphins and whales," said Diana Reiss, who studies dolphin behavior at Hunter College CUNY in New York City, and has also been involved in dolphin and whale rescues.
"These animals, from my own research, are quite aware of what's going on around them, and [they] can be distressed easily," she said.
If you come across a stranded marine mammal, the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has a list of do's and don'ts in dealing with the situation.
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League City to downtown Houston is 30 minutes on a good, clean drive. Clear Creek High School to Minute Maid Park is always 27 miles. Jarred Cosart learned it all as a kid. He memorized the streets and turns and signs. A long left, I-45 North, then surface roads to a baseball stadium Cosart immediately […] [Read More]
Astros beat A's for first time with wild win
It wasn't a near-no hitter. But it was just as promising. Making his first start at Minute Maid Park, League City native Jarred Cosart threw seven confident and sharp innings Tuesday during the Astros' 5-4 come-from-behind victory against the Oakland A's in an American League West matchup before an announced crowd of 32,249. Cosart struggled […] [Read More]
Astros broadcaster Milo Hamilton receiving cancer treatment
Former Astros announcer Milo Hamilton said Tuesday he is undergoing chemotherapy for treatment of the chronic form of leukemia from which he has suffered since 1974 and that he has called the final major league game of his 63-year career in radio. Hamilton, 85, had hoped to make a road trip with the Astros this […] [Read More]
Astros report: Younger players will have to lead
The earlier-than-expected departures of veterans Carlos Pena and Ronny Cedeno — who were recently designated for assignment — created ripple effects for the Astros. A team in the early stage of a massive rebuilding project is again the youngest club in baseball, with an average age of 26.5, edging Miami (27.5) and St. Louis (27.8). […] [Read More]
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Jarred Cosart already proved he can make a name for himself in Major League Baseball. Tuesday, the 23-year-old rookie righthander will make his big-league debut at Minute Maid Park, pitching in front of family and friends who once watched him at nearby League City's Clear Creek High School. Cosart (1-0, 0.00 ERA) is set to […] [Read More]
Final pitch: Porter takes responsibility for Altuve's ill-fated steal attempt
Astros manager Bo Porter took responsibility for sending Jose Altuve when the Astros' second baseman was thrown at attempting to steal third base for the second out of the eighth inning. Trailing 4-3, Altuve led off the eighth with a walk and then took second on a wild pitch. One out later with Chris Carter […] [Read More]
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When Jonathan Villar was growing up in La Vega, Dominican Republic, his late grandmother Dinora Mejia would usher him out the door to play baseball. Whether there was a thunderstorm or a clear sky, he was encouraged to go outside and practice. As far as Mejia was concerned, it was always baseball weather on their […] [Read More]
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- Old St. Francis School - Old St. Francis Hotel |
- Saturday, January 17, 2015
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DreamHack 2014: The Final Eight
28 Nov 2014 -
The first day of DreamHack 2014 saw some great matches. With half the teams eliminated, eight remain as the quarter-finals get under way. The action starts on the 28th at 10am CET ( 1am PST ).
Catch it all as it happens on GOTV or on Twitch with a linked account. Also, make sure to make your DreamHack 2014 Pick'em Challenge picks before the matches begin.
DreamHack 2014 CS:GO Championship
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Sixteen teams have completed the long journey to DreamHack Winter 2014, where they'll battle for a share of a $250,000 prize pool. Get ready for the first day of action, showcasing all sixteen teams in the group stage.
Watch the matches on GOTV, or on Twitch with a linked Steam account and you'll have a chance to receive a souvenir package commemorating the event!
You can also support your favorite team by purchasing their DreamHack 2014 sticker, or by purchasing a DreamHack 2014 Legends capsule, which contains holographic and foil versions of the Legends' stickers.
Team stickers also serve as game pieces in the DreamHack 2014 Pick'em Challenge. Don't forget to make your picks each day as the tournament progresses for your chance at the gold Pick'Em trophy!
DreamHack 2014: Linking with Twitch
24 Nov 2014 -
We're just days away from The DreamHack 2014 CS:GO Championship! When you watch a match on GOTV or on Twitch with a linked account, you'll have a chance to receive a souvenir package commemorating the event.
Don't have a linked twitch account? Head over to Twitch and follow the instructions to link your accounts.
Each souvenir package contains a weapon from the collection of the map that was being played (e.g., a Dust 2 Collection weapon if the teams were playing on Dust II), with a pre-applied sticker from the two competing teams, along with a special 2014 DreamHack event sticker.
There's no wrong way to watch the DreamHack event, so choose the experience that fits your style. You can take charge over the broadcast in GOTV (all while listening to caster audio), or watch from pretty much anywhere on Twitch!
Get your account linked with Twitch, and make sure your DreamHack 2014 Pick'em Challenge picks are locked and ready before the event begins!
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21 Nov 2014 -
Ready to support your favorite teams? The 2014 DreamHack CS:GO Championship is still a week away, but you can start playing the DreamHack 2014 Pick'Em Challenge today!
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Welcome to Operation Vanguard, featuring unlimited free access to a collection of six top-rated community maps, and introducing Campaigns – a new and rewarding way to play CS:GO.
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Arms Race gets an overhaul with new rules and three maps previously restricted to Demolition mode. Will you charge through the weapon progression, or focus on taking down the enemy team's leader? Check out this Arms Race Guide for all the info on the Arms Race update.
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|Wed, 07-11-2012 - 8:48pm
|Sat, 08-18-2012 - 6:57am
For your headaches, make sure you're drinking plenty of water. I'm sure stress is a big part of it, but especially in the summer, you have to stay extra hydrated.
I hope everything works ou with JJ's therapy and preschool. It sounds very stressful.
Andrew did great at dinner! He liked the food and the atmosphere. I also wonder if he was hungry, because it was late-ish (an hour later than we normally eat dinner). Leah ate her baby food and puffs and she was pretty happy too.
DH did something political Thursday - he met with someone running for a local office, gave him some materials, and offered to help his campaign if he went over the materials. DH said the guy was realy impressive, and DH made an impression on him. I just love that he felt rewarded.
No plans for this weekend! I really need to catch up on cleaning, even though I need to try to stay off my ankle.
Gotta go - I slept in today and the dogs need to get out yet - my ankle icing time is up! I hope you have a great weekend!
|Sat, 08-18-2012 - 7:53am
I haven't been drinking as much water as usual for some reason. I'll make sure I start doing that again. I'm pretty sure it is stress related, but the heat certainly doesn't help any.
I'm so glad your dinner out went so well! Julia has always done well at restaurants, and JJ used to. Hopefully, as he ages, we will be able to do those types of things more often.
That is awesome that dh went out and did something fulfilling like that! I hope he ends up helping his campaign so he has even more fulfillment!
Prayers for your ankle to heal quickly.
Sorry this is so short, but my furbabies and human babies are waiting for breakfast. So I must run. Have a great weekend!!
|Mon, 08-20-2012 - 9:53am
I re-injured my ankle! I took the kids for a walk because Andrew was sad that his friend couldn't play. I got through the walk no problem, but when I got home and was across the street from my house talking to a neighbor, and then twisted my ankle and WOW did it hurt! Today I wrapped in in an ace bandage for work since I'll be walking a bit and giving a lecture. At least I managed to do some cleaning before re-injuring the ankle.
I'm taking Tuesday off of work. I'm going to sleep in, maybe take a nap during the day if the kids schedules allow, and go shopping for a bunch of stuff. (I probably shouldn't go shopping on my ankle, but my coupon might expire otherwise.)
Hope you had a great weekend!
|Tue, 08-21-2012 - 7:35am
Oh no to re inujuring your ankle! I will be praying for it to heal. Are you taking ibruprofen or anything. I have heard ibruprofen reduces swelling.
I hope you are getting some good sleep this morning, and then get some good deals at the store! I say just take it slow and easy. You can't let those coupons expire!
I have a lot to do today. I have to get the house ready for JJ's therapy because I may not be home at 12 when he has it. I am taking Julia to get her hair cut at 10, and we may walk the mall and have some lunch. This afternoon I have to go to the dentist for a filling. Somewhere in all that, I need to get garage sale stuff ready to drop off at the church tomorrow. We have until Thursday to drop off, but they are pricing on Thursday and morning, so would like to get it there a little earlier. I may have to skip cleaning bedrooms this week and just work on that.
|Wed, 08-22-2012 - 8:19am
I did get some good sleep yesterday - no naps though. And I did get some good deals shopping. Nothing crazy good, but still good savings. I bought Leah her first hair clips with my savings!
Hope you filling went okay - ugh I hate getting those done.
Will you make money from your garage sale stuff or will it go to the church?
I really need to go through my house and see what I can put together for a garage sale. I don't have the patience to run it myself, but my MIL does them occasionally. That of course brings up the issue of baby stuff, and I'm still not 100% sure we're done having kids. Good thing I have a big enough basement to hold all that clutter!
|Thu, 08-23-2012 - 7:42am
|Fri, 08-24-2012 - 10:13am
That's a great idea to donate stuff to church and let them sell it. If our church ever did that, we'd do that.
I'm not one of those women that wants a baby because of the baby stage. Well, maybe I am and I just don't know it yet. Its more about having more kids. But this week has been interesting. I had one day when it was just so clear to me that I didn't have the physical energy for more than 2. And these calm moments that I just enjoy Leah and Andrew and don't worry about all the "doing" of being a mom, just enjoying them. And thinking about what I have to look forward to with them, like school and sports.
After our pugs pass on, we are done with dogs for at least a little bit. DH says indefinitely, though I'm sure once the kids get bigger they'll want a dog and maybe they'll even help with one. You just had a dog die, right? You're probably going through dog withdrawal - I know my parents barely went 2 months before getting a new dog.
I'll be praying for your DH's family. That is so sad. I don't think I could be there either, but I've never been in that spot before. My grandmother was on a lot of machines after her strokes, but when she died, she somehow choked in her sleep. She was nearing the end anyway - she would tell my aunts that she could see her husband (who had died 40 years ago). I hope your grandma in law has the same comfort.
|Sat, 08-25-2012 - 8:22am
I still have moments of wanting another, but for the most part I am happy with the family I have. Especially on the days when caring for JJ is such a struggle. People don't realize how tiring he is to deal with on a daily basis. My arms hurt every night from having to carry a struggling JJ whenever he disagrees with where I want him to go. Thankfully, he has gotten better and is improving slowly. At least he walks holding my hand now. It was really difficult back when he refused to walk. Whew!
Our big dog died a year ago. She was my sweetheart. We still have two Miniature Pinschers. They were my babies before I had human ones. They are getting up there in age, 9 and 10 next month. After they are gone, we want to get a German Shepherd. I can't imagine a house without a dog, and I want one for protection because dh works nights.
Grandma in law passed yesterday afternoon. She was very peaceful when she went. Her husband didn't go to the hospital. He stayed home with mil and her boyfriend. It was just too hard for him to be there. They have been married for 62 years. I just can't imagine how hard it must be.
|Tue, 08-28-2012 - 6:26am
I'm sorry I've been so bad lately. I've been overwhelmed.
|Wed, 08-29-2012 - 7:17am
Don't worry about it. I haven't been on much the last few days myself. The Wake was on Monday and the funeral was yesterday. It was all so physically and emotionally draining. Now today starts our new lives without her.
I have a ton of housework to catch up on. A lot changes next week, and I want it all in good working order before it happens. With school starting, gymnastics starting, and I am going to start Julia in Girls Ministries at church, and put JJ in the 3 & 4 year old group. Life is going to get a little more crazy around here.
Praying for your life to settle down a bit so you are not overwhelmed.


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It pulled me through many emotions and expectations about what was going on, and in the end it was satisfyingly complex!
I can't give that away.
Crazy about books. Romance and military suspense junkie. Reviewing books is just plain old fun.
There are a couple of things that I really love about this book. The first is that in the beginning it reads kind of like a murder mystery, opening with a grisly crime scene and the question of who dun it and why? For a moment its like watching a good episode of CSI.
Then there's the matter of the nail-biting action scenes; Vince Flynn usually writes those well, so no surprise there.
And lastly, my favorite books in this series are the ones where Mitch is happily married. During that time he had something to live for and readers got to see Mitch Rapp the husband. He laughed more, showed a bit more caution in his decision-making and was overall a happier guy. As a female reader, I love to see the my tough guys soften up occasionally for one reason or another. In The Last Man, Mitch Rapp has some moments that make him wonderfully vulnerable and beautifully human. I fell in love with him all over again.
George Guidall is a class act. He has a great voice for this type of book. He has been Mitch Rapp, more or less, from the beginning. He seems to be at a point where he knows the character very well which makes reading him fairly easy.
Giving Mitch Rapp a voice just makes him feel more real.
I had begun to feel a bit sad for Mitch Rapp for the loss of his wife and unborn child and how it affected him in the years following. Rapp seemed to lived for his work and didn't seem to have much of a life outside of it. I'm not entirely sure that he allowed himself to properly grieve and for a while I thought he would live the remainder of his life alone - which would've been a trajedy unto itself.
In The Last Man, I felt a profound since of relief and hope upon hearing that Rapp wanted to find love again.
"good story"
I enjoyed this latest installment in Mitch Rapp -- Good guys bad guys . and the good guys wins
"Rapp is stil a Bad A**!"
Yes. This is a great series but this book stands on it own. As always the narrator does a great job.
Others in the Mitch Rapp series, (I've enjoyed them all!).
Yes. Good as usual.
"Vince Flynn - the master of suspense"
Many twists and turns, Flynn does not disappoint! I could listen to it all over again, which would be a first for me.
I really appreciated how he captures the flavor of Washington, seemingly more corrupt as each year passes. Also, how Washington insiders fail to understand the mentality of the middle east.
Can't wait till the next Mitch Rapp book.
"Rapp is human"
One of the best yet. Rapp is more human and the other characters sre more prominent. I really liked this one.
I have read all of Flynn's books
"Another Home Run"
It is not my favorite of the Rapp series, but it was another great one, with just enough comic relief to lighten the mood at the right time. Vince Flynn is really hitting his stride, starting with Extreme Measures.
Mitch Rapp of course. He losses out on the Top Spot of my favorite characters to only Jack Ryan.
It is his voice. I was reading the books before I started listening to them and George Guidall's voice is exactly what I though Rapp would sound like. It actually makes me not want to listen to other similar series read by Guidall because his voice is Rapp's. It would be like listening to another book read by Jim Dale, who read the Harry Potter series.
While this book is a stand alone book in the series, like most. To really understand everything that happens, you need to go through the whole series.
"Classic Flynn"
The Mitch Rapp books are always a lot of fun and this one was no exception. Fast paced and ends leaving you wanting more.
"Great as the rest of this series"
Flynn's quality is unmatched and so does Guidall's. This series is by far the best of its genre and this book is as great as the rest of them.
Flynn you're a true genius.
I no longer live in Worcester. I now live in Brooklyn, NY.
"In this genre, Mitch is the superstar!"
All year I look forward to a new Mitch Rapp THRILLER and then I feel let down when it is over. I don't want it to end and this is no exception! I'll miss Stan in future stories.


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The opportunity to advance the preservation of born-digital news is real. That's my takeaway from the Dodging the Memory Hole: Saving Born-digital News Content forum, which was held Nov. 10-11 at the Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute at the Missouri School of Journalism.
To help you navigate our fast-changing industry, RJI collects and assembles some of the top stories from around the Web of interest to journalism innovators and entrepreneurs.
When Taylor Swift removed her music from Spotify this month many people were surprised. Swift said she wasn't willing to contribute to streaming services like Spotify that don't "fairly compensate the writers, producers, artists and creators of this music." But streaming is becoming increasingly important as tech giants such as Apple/Beats and Google/YouTube roll out their own services.
Could text messaging be a good way to engage communities? And how do you handle mistakes sent out on Twitter?
There are so many new startups that it becomes difficult to get a handle on the actual new companies being launched and what they hope to do. All are attracting investment — albeit for what I think are different reasons.
Long-form journalism is seeing something of a resurgence on the web. While many people believe digital media has pushed people toward short, bite-sized listicles, deeper stories continue to resonate when they hit the right audience.
On Nov. 6, PBS MediaShift convened a group of media technologists and entrepreneurs to apply the "Yes, and…" rule to media innovation at Collab/Space DC at the Washington Post. This was the fifth Collab/Space event hosted by MediaShift and the second such event sponsored by RJI.
How are documentary video and online technology being combined to give audiences a new kind of journalistic experience?
Videos from "Dodging the Memory Hole: Saving Born-digital News Content," held at RJI on Nov. 10–11, 2014.
Transforming journalism education may seem like a daunting task — thanks to continual changes in the industry and dwindling college budgets — but teachers and professors are finding ways to equip the next generation of journalists with new technologies, strategies and ideas.
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Live sketches from mid-term election night 2014 by Reynolds Fellow Dan Archer.
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REGISTRATION FOR CLASSES/PROGRAMS/EVENTSYou can register for all YMCA programs in person at the front desk as you enter the building. Registrations are open according to our six-week cycles. Some classes operate on the cycle. With these classes members can register two weeks before the beginning date of a cycle and potential members, one week ahead. Other programs/events do not strictly follow a 6-week cycle. Generally speaking, registrations for non-6 week programs/events will be open a month in advance.
New Users - Are you a new member to the Y or just recently decided to try out our online registration process? We simply need to have your e-mail address on file in order for you to access the system. To see if we have your address, please click on the link below and then select the Forgot Login/Password link. You will then be prompted to enter your e-mail address. If the system finds a match, then it will e-mail your login instructions to you. If not, please contact Kim Heberling or Jim Sloan at 814-375-9622 and ask them to input your address into our database. Please see How It Works below prior to registering.
Returning Users - If your original login and password do not allow access, click above, then please click the Retrieve Login link and the system will e-mail your new login details.
View Classes/Programs Only - You may view without a login. Click above, then click "Browse Classes" to see what is currently offered.
How it Works - First, locate the program and session for which you wish to register. You will find current programs and sessions or dates in our program book. If you are a Y member, please make sure your membership is current before registering to ensure you pay the member price.
Our Child Development Centers provide care in a nurturing environment starting at six weeks of age. Our quality staff provides an instructional program you're your child will be sure to enjoy. Daily activities are centered on weekly themes to include plenty of stories, songs, arts, and crafts. They also enjoy the great outdoors with walks in the park. We must not forget our swimming activities on Tuesday and Thursday; a very beneficial program for your child during their developmental years. We also provide your child with breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack.
Infant, Toddler and Preschool Child Development is provided Monday thru Friday at the YMCA on Parkway Drive.
Enrollment is arranged thru the Child Development Director. All participants must be pre-registered.
Monday thru Friday; 6:30 am – 5:30 pm
Member & Potential Member $135 Weekly
Member & Potential Member $130 Weekly
Note: No daily rates for Infants, Toddlers or Preschool. Part-time and full-time rates are available. Contact Darlene Stuart, Child Development Director for more information
The YMCA Child Development Program is licensed by the State. Office of Child Development and Early Learning (ODEL).
The YMCA participates in DPW Subsidized Child Care Programs.
We offer quality alternatives for the working parent with before and after School Programs. The children will have time to relax, play and get started on their homework.
State licensed facility located at the YMCA on Parkway Drive. Children from all area elementary schools are welcome.
Enrollment is arranged through the Child Development Director. All participants must be pre-registered.
Before School 6:30 am – 9:00 am
After School 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm (5:30 is final pickup)
COST: SCHOOL AGE PROGRAMS (Grades K-5)
Before OR After School Member $55 weekly, $14 daily | Potential member $60 weekly, $15 daily
Before AND After School Member $80 weekly, $21 daily |Potential member $85 weekly, $22 daily
June – August
A day camp for children that have completed Kindergarten through 5th grade. Children enrolled in Camp Summer of Fun have the opportunity to participate in many activities throughout the summer based on weekly themes. There are games crafts, sports and water activities, which include the opportunity to swim each day. There are also several special one day field trips. Enroll daily, weekly or for entire summer. Call Darlene Stuart for information.
Boys & Girls Ages 5-18
This is the YMCA winter competitive swimming program. All participants must be a DuBois YMCA member (league rule). An organizational meeting will be held Wednesday,September 17 at 6:00 PM. All interested swimmers and parents are encouraged to attend. Click here for a registration form.
Practice Schedule (begins October 6)
Assigned times. See Coach for Schedule
Coach: Chris Snyder
Ages 10 & under $95
Ages 11 & up $105
HS Swim Team Member $35
2nd additional child(ren) from the same family are ½ price (excludes High School swim team members). Oldest child is always registered first.
SUMMER Swim Team
Similiar to our winter program, this is competitive swimming for boys and girls, ages 5-18. Unlike our long-season winter program which follows league rule for participation, this program has a shorter season and schedule. It also allows children which are not YMCA members to particpate.
Organizational meeting usually held third Wednesday of May
Both new and returning swimmers, and their parents, should attend this meeting for important information about the summer season. Registration/application will be available at the meeting.
PRACTICE SCHEDULE: Age-graded practices will be 5 days a week beginning soon after last day of school. Practices are in the morning and vary in length from 1-2 hours depending upon the age group. A complete schedule will be provided at the organizational meeting.
Our aquatic staff strives to make your child(ren) the best swimmer(s) possible. We believe that our small classes and comfortable water temperature (85°) will provide an enjoyable learning experience for both child and the parent who observes. Grouping by age may be dependent upon the ability of the swimmer and the overall group registration for that particular cycle.
Swim Lessons run on 6-week cycles from September through May. See Cycles under Schedules on Home Page. Lessons resume Fall 1 cycle.
Pre-School (Ages 3/4-6)
These half-hour lessons allow your preschooler to be introduced to the water and teach basic arm and leg movements that will build a strong foundation for the strokes that are taught in advanced levels. Water safety is also stressed so that children at this age level can enjoy water and be safe around it also.
Saturday: 9:30-10:00 am or 11:00-11:30 am
PIKE (beginner) – This level helps children develop safe pool behavior, adjust to the water, and develop independent movement in the water. No water experience.
EEL (intermediate) – This level is for children who are comfortable in the water and reinforces skills learned in Pike level. Willing to participate.
RAY (advanced) – At this level children review previous skills, improve stroke skills, build endurance by swimming on their front and back.
Member: $19 | Potential member: $38
Progressive (Ages 6 & up)
Children learn the basic arm and leg movements for strokes that will build a strong foundation for more advanced techniques and strokes. Advanced swimmers learn proper technique for all five strokes, diving, and advanced water safety.
Saturday: 8:30-9:30 am Advance (High School/Adult) Levels
10:00-11:00 am Beginner & Intermediate Levels
POLLIWOG (beginner I) – Developing the total person in a YMCA swim class starts at the Polliwog or beginning level. No water experience.
GUPPY (beginner II) – At the Guppy level, students are building confidence and abilities they developed in the Polliwog level.
MINNOW (intermediate I) – At this level, students are moving from a beginning to an intermediate swimming skill level.
FISH (intermediate II) – As the name implies, Fish are swimmers. At this level, students perfect their skills and acquire new ones – from the elementary backstroke to the basic skin diving.
FLYING FISH (advanced I) – By this level the swimmer has advanced to a high level of comfort and confidence in the water.
SHARK (advanced II) – At this level, students learn the relevance of swimming skills, lifesaving techniques, conditioning and decision-making.
Member: $36 | Potential member: $72
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS (All ages)
Learn to swim or enhance your technique with our qualified swim instructor, Denise Dennison. Please pick up a private swim lesson application at the front desk or click here.
Member $11 | Potential member $22
Prices are per person per 1/2 hour
BASKETBALL (Boys & Girls Grades 1st - 12th)
Boys & Girls Grades 1-4 Program October 28 - December 13
Meeting twice weekly for a practice (Tue eve) and games (Sat am), participants will learn the basic skills of the game of basketball such as shooting, passing, dribbling and game rules. Registration begins October 1.
Grades 1-2 -- Practice 5:00-6:00 pm; Games 9:30-10:30 am
Grades 3-4 -- Practice 6:00-7:00 pm; Games 10:30-11:30 am
Head Instructor: Zac Wilcox
BOYS Grades 5-6 League October 24 - December 12
GIRLS Grades 7-8 League November 8 - January 10
Games played Friday evenings (boys); Saturday afternoons (girls). Individual player registration, teams selected by draft by YMCA staff and coaches. Mandatory substitution schedule. Parents/siblings are encouraged to coach a team. Register up to the skills day at 1:30 pm on Sunday, October 5 (boys); Sunday, October 26 (girls). Coaches' meeting to draft immediately following at 3:00 pm
Member $20 | Potential Member $40
BOYS Grades 7-8 League March - mid April
GIRLS Grades 5-6 League mid Jan - Feb
Games played Friday evenings (boys & girls). Individual player registration, teams selected by draft by YMCA staff and coaches. Mandatory substitution schedule. Parents/siblings are encouraged to coach a team. Register up to the skills day at 1:30 pm on a Sunday three weeks prior to start of league. Coaches' meeting to draft immediately following at 3:00 pm
BOYS & GIRLS High School and Jr High/Middle School League June & July (primarily designed for school-based teams)
League runs June 11 through August 7. General Schedule: HS Boys games on Monday, Wednesday evenings. HS Girls games on Tuesday, Thursday evenings. JH/MS games on Friday evenings. Depending upon responses from schools, we will "flex" the schedule (e.g. boys' teams playing on Tue/Thu as needed; vice-versa with girls; JH/MS on Mon-Thu if open times). The schedule aims at playing each team at least once, but is dependent upon the number of teams entered.
BOYS Grades 5-6 December 5, 6; 12, 13 Grades 7-8 late March
GIRLS Grades 7-8 January 2, 3; 9, 10 Grades 5-6 mid Jan-Feb
Bring your own team and coach. 3-game guarantee. Separate tourneys by grade, if possible. Teams/players can play up a grade, but not down. Games to be played on Friday evenings and/or Saturdays over two weekends, if necessary. Registration opens 6 weeks prior to tournament. Deadline is one week before. Registrations are limited.
$75 per team
SOCCER (Boys & Girls, ages 5 - 18)
INSTRUCTION/GAMES (Co-ed; Ages 8 & under/ U-6, U-8) (Co-ed; Ages 9-12/ U-10, U-12)
Meets weekly for a practice and on Saturday mornings for games. Participants will learn the basics skills of the game of soccer such as foot coordination, passing, dribbling and game rules.Program runs Jan-Feb.
(HS Boys/Girls: Grades 9-11; MS Co-ed: Grades 6-8)
This is a mini-adaptation of outdoor soccer, emphasizing foot skills. League is a 5x5 format, primarily designed for school teams. Individuals without a team, contact Zac Wilcox. Runs mid-January through mid-March.
Pee-Wee (K-2nd) Junior (3rd-5th) Senior (6th-8th) High School (9th-12th)
Meets weekly for a practice and on Saturday mornings for games. Participants will learn the basics of hockey while enjoying the benefits of regular exercise, team building and most of all, having fun. Program runs Feb -April
Boys & Girls Ages (7-11, 12-16)
For the love of the sport! Get involved and have some fun without the pressure of winning! One practice and one game are scheduled once a week. Season runs 6 weeks during May and June.
The DuBois Area YMCA is pleased to announce that the "7th Grade Initiative" has expanded to include all middle school age students in the 6th-8th grade. This program offers a free YMCA membership to students who register, participate and complete the program requirements. The goal of the Initiative is to inspire youth to discover their passions, seek a healthy lifestyle, and gain the developmental assets needed to avoid risky behaviors as they pursue success in school and life. This Initiative is available to students in the DuBois Area School District, Brockway Area School district and the DuBois Area Catholic Schools and Christian Schools.
Why Middle School Students?
Research shows that middle school is a critical time in a young person's life when exposure to risk factors greatly increases. Risk factors are conditions or influences that have been shown to increase the likelihood for unhealthy behaviors including substance abuse, delinquency, teen pregnancy, school drop-out and violence. It is also during the early teen years that youth begin to distance themselves from family and positive support systems. Through knowledge and implementation of the 40 developmental assets, this Initiative will help provide a framework for action that encourages middle school students to make a difference no matter who they are or what their life experiences are.
How do students join the program?
Click here for an Informational Flyer
Membership Restriction Details:
1. Does not apply to current YMCA members through either a student membership or a family membership. There will be no refunds or extension of time for current members.
2. Does not apply to students who have had a YMCA Student Membership within 90 days of the first day of school.
3. You may only receive one free membership during your 6-8th grade years.
4. Any student who received a 7th grade Initiative membership during 2013-14 school year is not eligible to receive another free membership.
What does the membership include?
The use of YMCA facilities (in accordance with policies) during operating hours. Also includes after-school programs designated and conducted for middle school aged youth.
Meet your friends after school or
come in to do some homework.
Food and drinks are allowed.
All activities are free of charge.
Equipment checkout required with a minimal deposit, if deemed necessary by YAC supervisor. Open to children 7-17 years old.
ACTIVITIES: Pool Table, Foosball, Ping-Pong, Carpet Ball, Dance Dance Revolution,Sport Wall, XBOX 360 Kinnect
HOURS: MON-FRI 3:00-7:00 pm; SAT 12:00-5:00 pm; SUN 12:00-4:00 pm
3:00-4:30 weekdays
Monday and Thursday: Dodgeball Tuesday or Wednesday: Game Day Tourneys or Middle School Initiative programs Selected Fridays: Volley/Wally Ball or Basketball
COST: Member Free | Potential member Daily Day Pass
Boys and Girls Grades 2-5 Sept 20 - Oct 25
A good introduction and/or alternative to the game of football without the contact and expense of equipment. 7 x 7 non-contact, non-blocking flag games to be played on Saturday mornings at the City Park football field. Practice on a weeknight prior to game day as arranged by coach. Mouth guard and rubber cleats recommended. Individuals may register at the front desk of the YMCA anytime during regular hours. Register up to Skills Day at 1:30 pm on Sunday, September 14
Head Coordinator: TBA
Member $20 | Potential Member $40
Pricing and Attendance Information for Taking A Class
~ STEP AEROBICS M, W 6:30-7:30 pm -- Instructor: Amy Wruble
Uses steps for aerobic conditioning, strength training and floor work at an intermediate to high impact level.
Member Free | Potential member $48
~ TNT TONED & TIGHT M or W 9:30-10:30 am; Tu 5:00-6:00 pm; Th 5:30-6:30 pm -- Instructor: Randa McEachron
TRUE or FALSE…..Cardio is the best way to burn fat. FALSE! To re-shape your body and melt the fat, high intensity interval training is the way to go! Have you heard of Tabata training? 20 seconds of working hards and 10 seconds to recover….4 minutes of Tabata burns as many calories as 20 minutes of traditional cardio. TNT also incorporates powerful strength training exercises to keep your heart pumping! Work out using bars, steps, hand weights as well as bands, gliders and/or balls to lose inches, shape your body, firm your abs, strengthen your back and help prevent bone loss!
M, Tu, W or Th Member $12 | Potential member $24 -- Prices apply for each separate class on various days
~POWER FLEX (TL) W 5:30-6:30 PM -- Instructor: Ruth Ann Barbazzeni
A basic fitness and exercise class using aerobic techniques and light weightlifting for a total body workout.
Member $12 | Potential member $24
~ ZUMBA® Tu 6:15-7:30 pm; W 5:30-6:30 pm -- Instructors: Sandy Stom or Randa McEachron
When you see a ZUMBA class in action, you can't wait to try it! ZUMBA is a high energy class with Latin, international and current music and what a fun way to torch 600 calories! Before you know it you're getting fit and your energy levels are soaring! There's no other fitness class like a ZUMBA fitness party! (And that's what it feels like…..a party, not a workout!)
~ ZUMBA® Toning M 6:00-6:45 am; Sa 8:00-9:00am -- Instructor: Sandy Stom
~ ZUMBA® Step Sa 9:30-10:30 am -- Instructor: Randa McEachron
Member $12 | Potential member $24 -- Prices apply for each separate class on various days
SilverSneakers® FITNESS PROGRAM
M-Th 8:00-8:45 am; Circuit & Classic
Tu, Th 10:30-11:15 am (TL) Circuit
Instructors: Lori Snyder & LuAnn Varacallo
The SilverSneakers® Fitness Program promotes the health and well-being of Medicare beneficiaries through specialized, non-impact classes that focus on improving strength, flexibility, balance and coordination. Persons who are eligible for Medicare Part B and have supplemental insurance through either designated Highmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield or Geisinger Health Plans are eligible for free participation in the program. Participants are not limited to specialized classes and enjoy the privileges of a member.
F 9:30-10:15 am -- Instructor: Randa McEachron
Based on the teaching of Joseph Pilates, this workout focuses on strengthening the "powerhouse" – the core muscles of the abdominals and the back – through a series of challenging – primarily floor – exercises that flow together. Great for strengthening upper body, abs, and back; toning legs and hips; and improving posture. Standing Pilates challenges your muscles and balance in a whole new way!
Member $12 | Potential member $24
Mon 5:30-6:15 pm -- Instructor: Randa McEachron
BELLY DANCE is a beautiful form of dance! Taught in the American classic style, instruction includes basic hip and torso circles, shimmies, combinations, choreography, and other fundamentals of the dance. It is a fun and wonderful way for building self-esteem, as well as developing a supple spine, elegant posture, and strong abs while you burn calories.
Member $12 | Potential member $24
Adults: M 8:00-9:00 pm (optional); F 6:30-8:00 pm | Youth: 6:30-8:00 pm
Instructor: Matthew White, Sam Dan/ 3rd degree Black Belt -- Assistant:John Petrick, 1st degree Black Belt
Classes operate all year round. Join in any time! Open to ages 5-12 (youth) and 13 and above (adult)
Member $20 | Potential member $40 -- Prices are per person on a monthly bank draft basis
Other costs (pay instructor directly): 1-time WTSDA membership fee $50, Uniforms (optional) Youth or Adult $50
~ AQUACISE M-W-F 8:30-9:30 am T-Th 6:00-7:00 pm -- Instructors: Barb Murray and Donna Lockwood
This low impact, low intensity water class is a great way to be introduced to the therapeutic environment that the pool has to offer while gaining flexibility and improving your overall health.
Member Free | Potential member $72
~ WATER TONING T-Th 8:00-9:00 am -- Instructors: Lillian Smith & Donna Bowers
This intense aerobic class is designed to improve aerobic conditioning, muscular endurance, and flexibility while providing little to no impact on knees and hips since it is done in the water.
Member Free | Potential Member $48
6:00 am M-F; 9:00 am M-F; 12 Noon Tu & Th; 5:30 or 6:00 pm M-Th; 9:00 am Sat -- Instructors: Joann Dowling, Jill Hathaway, Lori Snyder, Sandy Stom, LuAnn Varacallo
KEISER GROUP CYCLING – Come and experience group cycling at a whole new level! The Keiser bike gives a ride closer to outside cycling and incorporates a computer that creates a training experience second to none. Must be at least 4'11" and 13-16 years olds must be with a parent. Maximum enrollment per class time is 12 participants Taught by trained instructors.
Member $25 | Potential Member $50 -- Price applies for a total of twelve 45-minute classes used during a 6-week cycle. Must purchase a Flex Pass/Punch Card.
~ MENS ADULT BASKETBALL (17-34, 35 & up)
-4x4 format in auxiliary gym; unlimited roster
-One 30-35 yr old player allowed as per league rule
-League runs December – early March
-Games on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
Captains' meeting of November 19 @ 6 pm
$150 per team, $125 if paid in full by captains' meeting
-5x5 format in main gym; unlimited roster
-Current HS juniors/seniors and college allowed as per league rule
-League runs mid-December – mid January
-Games on Monday and Wednesday evenings.
Captains' meeting of December 14 @ 6 pm
$75 per team, $50 if paid in full by captains' meeting
4x4 format in auxiliary gym, unlimited roster (seniors and recent graduates are allowed). Games on Thursday evenings in June & July.
5x5 format on outdoor courts in City Park. Games on Sunday evenings June-July
Games played on Monday and/or Wednesday evenings January - April. League divided by, if possible, two levels of play in a 6x6 format; power and recreation. Required number of females on court at all times (Power-2; Rec-3).
AGES 16 & up September 13– November 8
5 v 5 non-contact flag football. Games will be played on Saturday
mornings at DuBois Schools Fields. League is open to the first 8 teams to register.
Captains' meeting on September 3 @ 6 pm
$200 per team, $175 if paid in full by captains' meeting
Offered February – March
Get ready for the links indoors while it is cold outdoors. You can learn proper fundamentals of the grip, set-up, swing, and balanced follow through. Ages 12 and over are welcome to register. Class size: minimum of 5 up to 8 registrants.
Offered May - July
9-week group lessons for players at beginner and intermediate levels. Separate arrangements made for advanced. Meet on Monday evenings (Beginners 6-7 PM; Intermediate 7-8 PM) at DuBois City park tennis courts. Rain alternatives: use YMCA racquet-ball courts/aux gym indoors OR move lessons to Tuesday.
Open Play - Available each day during normal hours. Call to reserve a court during peak times especially.
W 7:00-9:30 pm Sa 9:00 am-12:30 pm Coordinator: Elvie DelaTorre
This is open play in the auxiliary gym. If possible, bring your own equipment.
Equipment may be available on a temporary basis upon request. Schedule
may change from cycle to cycle dependent upon seasonal programming. Ages 18 & up.
Member Free | Potential member Daily Day Pass
TRIATHLON & TRIPLE CHALLENGE RUN (1/2 Marathon)
Held on Saturday in June
Bimini Beach, Treasure Lake, DuBois, PA - located off Rt 255
Course Information
Swim: 1/2 mile Much of the swim will be in water 12 feet and deeper. If necessary, there may be heats assigned by age and gender. Water temperature varies. Wetsuits are permitted.
Bike: 8.6 miles There is approximately 1/4 mile that is dirt/gravel.
Run: 4 miles Paved challenging course with rolling hills. Challenge Run: 13.1 miles, same terrain as Triathlon run
-Minimum age is 15 years old
-Provide your own bike and helmet
-Bike helmets are REQUIRED
-Swim caps are provided and mandatory
-Headphones are not permitted
Held the first Friday of July after Independence Day
Boys & Girls ages 6-15
September 20 -- DuBois City Park Football Field
The DuBois Area YMCA hosts a local NFL Punt Pass & Kick competition. This competition is free. Ages are figured as of 12/31/14. Winners of this event will move on for a chance to compete at the state finals at Heinz Field. All participants MUST present a birth certificate and a registration/waiver form signed by parent/guardian. No cleats, metal or rubber, are allowed. For more competition rules, click here.
Click here for a registration/waiver form or register online. Reminder: If you register online, you still need to bring a birth certificate on the day of the competition.
Usually held first Sunday of May
Free Official Youth Skills Competition of Major League Baseball
BASEBALL/SOFTBALL & DISTANCES according to age & gender
PITCH….Throw strikes to a designated target
HIT …… Hit from a stationary batting tee for distance and accuracy
RUN…… Sprint from 2nd base to home plate for time
The YMCA pool, auxiliary gym, and/or room may be rented for your private birthday party or get together on Saturday and Sundays. Our Sportwall can be included for your use at an additional fee. All prices are per hour. A $25 security deposit is due one week in advance. Contact Paula DuBois for reservations.
POOL or AUXILIARY GYM Member $60 | Potential member $80
ROOM Member $20 | Potential member $25
May be scheduled on Friday evenings after regularly scheduled building hours. This includes the scheduled use of the pool with a lifeguard on duty. The gyms are available with basketball and volleyball. There are 3 racquetball courts with one equipped for wallyball play. Great idea for large groups! A security deposit of $100 is required two weeks in advance for overnighters. Contact Paula DuBois to make a reservation
Member $400 | Potential member $550
October 22; other days scheduled as needed
The Red Cross will be here for blood donations.
In conjunction with the Feeding America and 2nd Harvest Programs, the Y staff volunteers at the Salvation Army's Community Cares Food Ministry each week. For more information see Zac Wilcox.
The Y staff volunteers at The Joint Replacement Center of Excellence at the DuBois Regional Medical Center. See Paula DuBois for more information.
Tu, Th 2:00-3:00 pm
Senior Citizens, members and potential members, are welcome to enjoy our pool area FREE for an hour each Tuesday and Thursday.
In conjunction with attendance at select fitness classes, the Y runs a canned food drive the week(s) prior to Christmas.
September 20
The YMCA staff will serve as event marshalls for the DuBois Mall Family's Days of Hope Walk. To register or for more information, call the Gourmet Kitchen at 375-1070 or the YMCA at 375-9622.


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Representative Democracy? ...What?Submitted by Cliff Treadway on Tue, 05/22/2012 - 11:22
Yesterday some space cadet called the United States a "Representative Democracy." That's funny... When I was in my teens, I learned that the United States was set up with a republican (representative) form of government. A democratic form of government provides a disservice to the people because only pretend representation exists.
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Free Market of Ideas?
Is the purpose of discussion to win at any cost, so long as the cost is passed onto the loser?
Is the purpose of discussion a mutually beneficial goal to compare viewpoints and by competitive analysis the best of each viewpoint is employed while the worst of each viewpoint is unemployable?
When I was a teen, 1970 thru 1976, the teachers tended to teach involuntary associations must be supported mentally and physically along with mandatory support of a single money product.
Any communications involving other less significant facts about said government were trivial by comparison to those two facts.
I had to figure out, on my own, that both common perspectives concerning government are false, and false on purpose.
Government must be financed by anyone who produces anything of value, whereby a piece of that action must be transferred to the government or said tax evader will pay in some way, no exceptions.
Government must be financed by one and only one money product, no exceptions allowed, at all, ever.
The arguments over what terms are used to describe the trivial matters of government, compared to 1 and 2 above, have been an ongoing series of lies since 1776.
In particular it is illustrative to employ the example provided by two people:
Alexander Hamilton
George Washington
Both people listed above provide the example of how trivial matters concerning labels, or names, or terms, are employed by liars so as to cover up the true facts that perpetuate these involuntary associations financed by these fraudulent processes (1 and 2 above).
Both A and B claimed to be Federalists when in fact they were well known to be Nationalists (Alexander Hamilton more in line with Monarchist which is merely a label that is interchangeable with Empire, Despotism, or Legalized Crime) and the opponents of Nationalism and the opponents of Monarchy, such as two examples to be listed below, were falsely labeled Anti-Federalists, when in fact these opponents of Nationalism (opponents of Alexander Hamilton and George Washington's Club of despots) supported a voluntary association in the form of a Democratic Federated Republic (if English language is capable of conveying accurate meaning).
Patrick Henry
James Madison
The later, or D, is a very interesting case, since he exemplifies how labels can effectively hide true accounting, or accurate accounting, for motives, and actions.
James Madison began as a Federalist on the side of the Nationalists, and then having figured out the fraud the person James Madison worked to undo the damage done by the Nationalists who hid behind the false front of Federalism, however the effort failed, and that account is well documented too.
So what is this current name calling now called?
The accurate term is whatever term can convey the meaning of dividing and conquering. The term Hegelism may fit well as in:
Thesis + Anti-Thesis = Synthesis
As in:
Democrat + Republican = Nation State
As in:
Wall Street finances Hitler + Wall Street Finances Stalin = World War II
As in:
The World Bank (now above Wall Street) finances China + The World Bank finances Nato (which is above or the same thing as The Military Industrial Complex in U.S.A. Inc. LLC) = World War III
As in:
Federalists + Anti-federalists = End of a working Democratic Federated Republic under The Articles of Confederation that worked well enough to drive off the largest invading and occupying Aggressive Military for profit on the planet and in with a Nation State under an ambiguous, or plausibly deniable, Nation State under The Constitution despite the last ditch attempt to chain that impending Nation State down with a Bill of Rights.
Space Cadet?
The ideal apparatus has yet to evolve: volitional governance where public agency is funded (or not) by individual choice and unethical mandates (ex. taxation, health insurance, etc) are abolished
What the Founders Said about Democracy...
Send this to your space cadet:
If my need to be RIGHT is greater than my desire for TRUTH, then I will not recognize it when it arrives ~ Libertybelle
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Letter - Beach to Telford, Phar Lap's Death, 07 Apr 1932 Reg. No: HT 13363
- Summary:
- This letter of sympathy was one of a large number sent to his trainer and part owner Harry Telford after Phar Lap died in April, 1932. The Telford family retained the letters, and they were donated to the museum in the 1990s.
- Acquisition Information:
- Donation from Mrs Nancy Telford, 1999
|12.60 cm (Width), 20.20 cm (Length)
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|Tagged with:
|death mourning, horse racing, horses, sport, racing industry, correspondence, making history - phar lap
|Themes this item is part of:
|Harry Telford, Race Horse Owner & Trainer (1877-1960), Leisure Collection, Public Life & Institutions Collection, Phar Lap Collection
|Primary Classification:
|Secondary Classification:
|Horse Racing
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|Date Written:
|07 Apr 1932
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