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Guyana Lesley Abroad Service Semester
South Andros, Bahamas
Spring 2015 in England
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Dish faces challenges ramping up its LTE network
The FCC has imposed some strict requirements on Dish's rollout of its recently-granted 4G LTE network.
Dish was recently given a thumbs up by the FCC to build its own LTE network, but the company is up against some stiff obstacles along the way.
Last week, the Federal Communications Commission granted Dish's request to allow it to use 40 MHz of spectrum in the 2 GHz band to create a 4G LTE network. At the time, the FCC indicated that some restrictions would apply, though it didn't reveal the specifics... until now.
The satellite TV provider must finish 40 percent of its LTE network within the next four years, and 70 percent within seven years, as detailed by blog site Electronista.
Further, if the 40 percent goal isn't reached by the due date, the 70 percent deadline will be moved up to six years. And if Dish can't meet the 70 percent timeframe, it won't be allowed to offer its broadband services in any areas not already covered.
Dish will also have to adhere to certain power limits to avoid interference on the AWS-4 spectrum that it will use for its high-speed network. Specifically, the company must run the 2000-2005 MHz portion of the spectrum at reduced power.
A limit in power usage is a restriction that concerned Dish last month before it even received official FCC approval.
The deadline restrictions also worry some who were against the deal, according to Electronista. Certain opponents feel Dish will choose the most populated markets to ramp up its network and leave less developed areas by the wayside.
The full FCC document on Dish's restrictions is available online through Scribd.


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Trial Comparing the Effects of Intermittent Vismodegib Versus Photodynamic Therapy in Patients With Multiple Basal Cell Carcinomas
Recruitment status was Active, not recruiting
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The purpose of this study is to evaluate and compare the safety and efficacy of intermittent vismodegib and of Photodynamic Therapy (PDT).
Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome
Gorlin's Syndrome
Drug: GDC-0449
Procedure: Aminolevulinic acid %20 topical solution + blue light
Phase 2
|Study Type:
|Study Design:
|Allocation: Randomized
Endpoint Classification: Safety/Efficacy Study
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: Open Label
Primary Purpose: Treatment
|Official Title:
|A Phase II Randomized, Open Label Trial Comparing the Effects of Intermittent Vismodegib Versus Photodynamic Therapy on the Maintenance of Benefit Following 7 Months of Continuous Vismodegib Treatment in Patients With Multiple Basal Cell Carcinomas
- Time to recurrence to baseline SEB burden following 7 months of continuous vismodegib treatment. [ Time Frame: A Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) will review results for an interim analysis when 12 subjects have completed 28 months. ] [ Designated as safety issue: Yes ]
i. To compare the efficacy of (i) intermittent vismodegib vs. (ii) the efficacy of photodynamic therapy (PDT) in preventing the return of the burden of surgically eligible BCCs (SEBs) to baseline level following 7 months of continuous vismodegib therapy.
ii. To compare the cumulative diameter (burden) of SEBs in patients treated intermittently with vismodegib vs. with photodynamic therapy (PDT).
- The cumulative diameter (burden) of SEBs in patients treated intermittently with vismodegib vs PDT during months 8-28 maintenance period. [ Time Frame: A Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) will review results for an interim analysis when 12 subjects have completed 28 months. ] [ Designated as safety issue: Yes ]
i. To assess the safety of intermittent vismodegib in patients with multiple BCCs (BCNS and non-BCNS) during months 8-28.
ii. To assess resistance of SEBs to treatments in patients with multiple BCCs (BCNS and non-BCNS) treated intermittently during months 8-28.
iii. To assess the degree of reduction of SEBs after 7 months of continuous daily vismodegib therapy.
iv. To conduct an exploratory evaluation in non-BCNS patients with multiple BCCs (high burden of disease) of the efficacy and tolerability of intermittent vismodegib vs PDT
|Estimated Enrollment:
|Study Start Date:
|April 2012
|Estimated Study Completion Date:
|April 2015
|Estimated Primary Completion Date:
|April 2015 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
|Assigned Interventions
Experimental: Drug (Vismodegib)
Vismodegib is a small molecule inhibitor of SMO developed by Genentech for treatment of tumors in which the HH signaling pathway appears to contribute to development and maintenance of tumorigenesis. Vismodegib, a systemic HH pathway antagonist, has been shown to have oral bioavailability and potent anti-tumor activity in a variety of primary human tumor xenografts and tumor cell line xenograft models (see the Vismodegib Investigator Brochure).
Drug: GDC-0449
150 mg per day for 7 continuous months then randomized for 3 month intervals to 28 months.
Other Name: Erivedge
Experimental: Photodyanmic Therapy
Levulan(aminolevulinic acid HCl) is a drug that has come into prominence over the last two decades for its potential use in photodynamic therapy (PDT) of superficial, benign and malignant skin disorders. Aminolevulinic acid (ALA) is the natural precursor of protoporphyrin IX (PpIX) in the biosynthetic pathway leading to heme; it has been estimated that at least 358 mg ALA per day are synthesized by the human body to support endogenous heme production.
A New Drug Application (NDA) for treatment of non-hyperkeratotic actinic keratoses of the face or scalp with Levulan Kerastick for Topical Solution, 20% and 10 J/cm2 of visible (417 nm) blue light, was approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on December 03, 1999.
Procedure: Aminolevulinic acid %20 topical solution + blue light
Randomized for 3 month intervals beginning month 7 until month 28, 3 hour treatment every 4 weeks.
Other Name: Levulan
Detailed Description:
This is a Phase II, 28 month, randomized, two arm multicenter clinical study design. During the initial 7 months of the study, all 24 subjects will receive vismodegib, 150mg/day. They then will be randomized in a 1:1 ratio to receive intermittent vismodegib, 150 mg/day, during months 10-13, 16-19, and 22-25 or to receive treatment with PDT at month 10 and at three month intervals thereafter. The safety and efficacy of intermittent vismodegib and of PDT will be assessed at the time of the subjects' visits to the Study Center and at the time of telephone contacts. A Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) will review results for an interim analysis when 12 subjects have completed 28 months. The DSMB review will focus on adverse events and efficacy results. Subjects will be monitored for the presence of surrogate endpoint biomarkers (SEBs) at each Study visit.
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years to 75 Years
|Genders Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
The subject:
- has had diagnosed at least 10 SEB (of diameter 3 mm diameter or greater on the nose or periorbital skin, 5 mm or greater elsewhere on the face, or 9 mm or greater on non-facial areas excluding the skin below the knees) during the two years before study entry, as documented histologically in physicians' records and/or diagnosed clinically by a Study Investigator at baseline.
- meet diagnostic criteria for basal cell nevus syndrome
- is willing to abstain from application of non-study topical medications to the skin for the duration of the study, including prescription and over the counter preparations. For example, topical preparations containing corticosteroids (other than Triamcinolone applied no more than 6x/month) or vitamin A derivatives are not allowed. Moisturizers and emollients are allowable. Subjects will be encouraged to use sunscreen (SPF 15) at least once daily on all exposed skin sites.
- is willing to forego treatment of BCCs unless the BCCs are documented by Study Investigators, preferably on two separate visits, except when the PSCP believes that delay in treatment potentially might compromise the health of the subject.
- has normal laboratory tests as defined by the following: Normal hematopoietic capacity, Normal hepatic function: AST and ALT greater than or equal to 2x the upper limit of normal (ULN) Total bilirubin within normal range 0.20 mg/dl to 1.50 mg/dl or within 3x ULN for patients with Gilbert's disease Normal renal function: normal serum creatinine or measured creatinine clearance less than 50 mL/minute. Fasting cholesterol greater than or equal to 220 untreated
- be willing to not donate blood or semen for three months following discontinuation of Study medications.
- is willing to avoid pregnancy in his partner as defined by the following: Male subject is willing to use a latex condom during the study and for 3 months after the last dose during sexual contact with a female of childbearing potential, even if he has had a successful vasectomy. His partner must also use a form of birth control
Exclusion Criteria:
The subject:
- has used topical or systemic therapies that might interfere with the evaluation of the study medication during the study. Specifically these include the use of: (i) glucocorticoids (other than Triamcinolone on no more than 36 days during the six months prior to study entry) to more than 5% of the skin (ii) retinoids (e.g., etretinate, isotretinoin, tazarotene, tretinoin, adapalene) systemically or topically to more than 5% of the skin during the six months prior to study entry; (iii) alpha-hydroxy acids (e.g., glycolic acid, lactic acid) to more than 5% of the skin during the six months prior to study entry (iv) 5-fluorouracil or imiquimod (except as topical treatment to discrete BCCs) systemically or topically to the skin above the knees during the six months prior to study entry. (v) treatment with systemic chemotherapy within one year prior to starting study medication.
- has a history of hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients in the study medication formulations.
- is unable to return for follow-up visits and tests.
- has uncontrolled systemic disease, including known HIV positive patients.
- has history of congestive heart failure.
- has uncontrolled hypocalcemia, hypomagnesemia, or hypokalemia
- has clinically important history of liver disease, including viral or hepatitis, current alcohol abuse, or cirrhosis.
- has any condition or situation which in the Investigator's opinion may put the subject at significant risk, could confound the study results, or could interfere significantly with the subject's participation in the study. This includes history of other skin conditions or disease, metabolic dysfunction, physical examination finding, or clinical laboratory finding giving reasonable suspicion of a disease or condition that contraindicates use of an investigational drug or that might affect interpretation of the results of the study or render the patient at high risk from treatment complications
- has a history of invasive cancer within the past five years excluding non-melanoma skin cancer, Stage I cervical cancer, ductal carcinoma in situ of the breast, or CLL Stage 0.
- has current, recent (within 4 weeks of Day 1), or planned participation in an experimental drug study while enrolled in this study.
- is a female who is pregnant, plans to ever to become pregnant, capable of becoming pregnant or is breast feeding.
- is a male who is unwilling or unable to comply with pregnancy prevention measures.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01556009
|United States, California
|Children's Hospital Research Center Oakland
|Oakland, California, United States, 94609
|Principal Investigator:
|Ervin Epstein, MD
|Children's Hospital Research Institute
No publications provided
|Responsible Party:
|Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT01556009 History of Changes
|Other Study ID Numbers:
|Study First Received:
|March 14, 2012
|Last Updated:
|July 30, 2013
|Health Authority:
|United States: Food and Drug Administration
Keywords provided by Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland:
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Photodynamic Therapy
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Hamartoma Syndrome, Multiple
Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome
Carcinoma, Basal Cell
Abnormalities, Multiple
Bone Cysts
Bone Diseases
Bone Diseases, Developmental
Congenital Abnormalities
Genetic Diseases, Inborn
Jaw Cysts
Jaw Diseases
Musculoskeletal Diseases
Neoplasms by Histologic Type
Neoplasms, Basal Cell
Neoplasms, Glandular and Epithelial
Neoplasms, Multiple Primary
Neoplastic Syndromes, Hereditary
Odontogenic Cysts
Pathologic Processes
Stomatognathic Diseases
Aminolevulinic Acid
Dermatologic Agents
Pharmacologic Actions
Photosensitizing Agents
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on August 03, 2015


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Because it will work much better with my Mac Mini iTunes server.
In honor of Chromecast, iMore is giving away Apple TVs!
Leave a comment below telling us why you'd prefer an Apple TV to a Google Chromecast and you'll be entered to win one FREE from iMore!
Chromecast looks like a great solution for people who have a select range of devices and want to stream a select range of content, so double thumbs up to Google for that, and for keeping the smart TV space interesting. However, Chromecast doesn't seem to offer Apple users anywhere nearly the power, performance, or experience of the Apple TV and AirPlay, at least not yet. But, Chromecast is only $35 and Apple TV is $99. And for some, cheapness is a feature! So, to help even the playing field for anyone torn between the two (or wishing they could more easily afford both!), we're going to give away three (3) brand new, Apple TVs! (Technically US$100 gift certificates.)
All you have to do to enter is:
- Leave a comment below telling us why you'd rather have an Apple TV than a Google Chromecast.
That's it. That's all. Contest starts now and ends next Wednesday, July 31, 2013 at 11:59pm PDT. Usual rules apply.
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In honor of Chromecast, iMore is giving away Apple TVs!
I'm currently using a crappy old PC laptop as a media center. I have ZERO love for anything Android, and an Apple TV would solidify my home's Apple domination in the neighborhood. Oh, and I NEED it! NEED NEED NEED. Lol.
Mac Mini servers rule
Because it's an Apple product!
No just kidding, I feel it offer's more right now. No HBO or ESPN on Chromecast so no 35 dollars from me!
I still prefer an Apple TV. :)
1) It has more partners.
2) My wife can figure it out easier since she already has an iPhone and understands that.
With the AppleTV, I can lose that %$*$ remote and still use the thing. If I lose this little Chromecast, game over.
If you lose the AppleTV, you can't use the remote still. [that's the equivalent in your statement not lost remote vs lost device]
I don't know how you'd lose the Chromecast since it's directly plugged in to the TV. Unless you want to manually unplug/plug in the the power supply to the Apple TV every time you want to turn it on, I highly doubt you'd want to lose the remote for it.
Because I already use Apple/iOS devices exclusively. If it ain't broke...
Apple TV has far more to offer, content-wise and ecosystem-wise. Its always good to see new streaming options though to keep the innovations flowing!
I am an apple junkie and am super excited about the mavericks extended desktop feature!!! Plus I have tons of media on my iMac that I would love to watch on my main TV in another room.
The fact that its Integrated with all my iOS devices and can use my iPad/iPhone as the remote... Win. Not to mention airplay mirror with my MacBook. My mom has one and it's so much fun to play with every time I go over. I also love the photo stream feature
I'd love an Apple TV because all I have are Apple products and a Chromecast would just be a waste of $35.
Airplay flight simulator-like games. Amazing experience.
I have an iPad, iPhone, and MacBook Air. My family has netflix, so the Apple TV would be very useful for my family and I.
Simply because my household is begging to be an Apple Only ecosystem!
I would much rather have an Apple TV than a Chromecast, simply because it is a much more functional device. Sure it it larger, and is more difficult to move between TV sets. BUT, it doesn't require your iPhone to play Youtube or Netflix videos. In addition, there are many apps you can stream to your Apple TV and view pictures using Airplay.
I want an Apple TV cuz Goggle is the Devil !!!
I use iTunes so it would work better
Because Google has tried and failed at this TV game before. What's to say that they got it right this time? What good-will have they built up with the consumer public to show that they understand the TV space?
It looks cool and interesting, so did that Dell USB dongle that was supposed to "Save the PC industry." Remember that? Me neither.
People want an integrated experience that "just works." Apple has always understood this. And maybe one day Google will too.
Apple >>> Google. Nuff said
It's Apple nuff said!
So I can mirror my mac screen.
Just purchased from Apple Store to replace my Roku box. Love, just love air play feature and Apple TV has You Tube already. Only issue is that picture gets very fuzzy for an instant and then back again. Other than that..Air Play!!! My wife likes that she can stream the Big Brother feeds from the CBS web site right on to Apple TV. I wish Amazon would work with it though. Just get audio and no picture.
I'd like an Apple TV because of Airplay, since I don't own anything but Apple stuff. :)
I'd prefer an Apple TV than a Chromecast as Google does not have the best track record when it comes to streaming devices such as the ill fated Nexus Q. The Apple TV also offers built in content on the device whereas the Chromecast seems to be a glorified Airplay receiver of sorts. The Apple TV also offers better compatibility with devices such as my Mac, as Airplay Displays make their way to the ecosystem with Mavericks.
Because I just don't want something I can stream to, I want something that can access my music, movies, and have a screen saver of my photos. Not to mention the other apps on the Apple TV, and I'm sure more are coming soon. So if I won one, I would use the crap out of it. Chromecase, not so much.
Because I want one.
The Apple ecosystem beats anything Google can do.
Apple TV feels more like an "entertainment" device than a USB drive would. Google while their ideas are good just feel gimmicky. An Apple TV would definitely help me enjoy my (very) large media collection more and hopefully help justify more future purchases. :) Thanks for the giveaway!
I'd rather have an Apple TV because I use more of Apple's hardware, software, and services than I use Google's. The Apple TV is also far more powerful, being able to mirror a device's display as well as stream things like Hulu Plus. The Apple TV includes an optical audio port, which isn't present on the Chromecast.
I'd love an AppleTV over Chromecast because Apple makes better quality products and has a lot of partners, plus I can link it to my Apple ID without even thinking about thinking about it. Would be awesome at the hotel.
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I'd rather have an Apple TV because I am pretty sure that Google is going to have to make up for the $35 cost of the Chromecast by flooding it with advertisements and/or selling tracking data!
The Apple TV would beautifully accent my Airport as it stacks perfectly on top!
I have never had one. I would like to try it out & see what its like.
I don't want one more than Chromecast, I already ordered one, I want one to find out which one is better. Sure, Apple TV has more content options out of the box - but it won't work with any ol' device. And yeah, Chromecast will work with almost anything I throw at it - but will it be as seamless? Which will be better for me to access the content I want when I want it? I'd love to find out and I'll compare the two and post my findings in the forums.
I would rather an Apple TV instead of Chromecast because of my technology choices. All of my Apple products just work together...Mac, iPhones, and iPad Mini just work together without any hassle. Adding an Apple TV to the mix would just be that much better and support things like AirPlay and mirroring.
I would rather have an Apple TV cause all my 200+ TV Shows and 200+ Movies are all in iTunes! Getting sick of watching them all on my computer monitor. Would love to watch my TV shows and Movies on my 65 inch HD 3D TV. That would be nice!
Well, duh! Apple user interface is always so much prettier and user friendly than anyone else's.
1) Apple TV, iOS device, and Made for iPhone controller = Most portable game console ever
2) Stream any content from a computer through an iOS device and AirPlay it directly to an Apple TV with a number of different apps
3) Apple TV can be controlled via the remote or any iOS device
4) AirPlay
5) Who needs a SteamBox? AppleTV plus Mac plus Mountain Lion = AirPlay Mirroring of all your games to your television
6) It's sexy
7) Have I mentioned AirPlay, yet?
8) This list is too long, and there are still plenty of other reasons. I just want one, okay?
I've been on the fence about getting a Roku or Apple TV, so this would be a good way to at least try one without a big investment, although the AirPlay feature might be the deciding factor.
We just moved into a new house and finally have room for a big flatscreen TV. Been wanting to dump Comcast in favor of an Apple TV for awhile and our contract is up next month. It's the perfect time to switch.
Why Apple TV instead of Chromecast? Design, features, Apple ecosystem, sexy, need I say more? :)
Because I have a thousand more uses for an AppleTV than Chromecast.
Apple may be more locked down or Apple TV
But, I have had mine for a year and never Had it lockup
Or freeze. Have heard some bad stories about google chrome cast. So I prefer Apple TV over most others for the reason that it isn't open source.
So I just purchased an apple tv at best buy the other day and let me say that I love using it with my iPhone and Macbook Pro to steam Movies, Pictures, and music to my 42 inch and sound system. Hahah iv'e left the media center pc off for a few days since I pluged in my Apple TV :) Hoorah!!!!!
So I can watch movies on my HDTV from my mac =D
I like the Apple TV because it's Apple. I'm an Apple fanboy and the Airplay feature would be awesome and the mirroring feature would just be amazing for doing pretty much anything on my iPhone. Plus it would be an amazing product to do a setup and review video on for my YouTube Channel as well as my blog.
iTunes Match, iTunes content, AirPlay stream & mirroring, Netflix, HGO GO, WATCH ESPN, Aereo, and the list continues, you can even stream games to your Apple TV, and the best part is that is all integrated with your iOS devices...... Or like they said today in today's Google event "It just works."
AirPlay, More Options such as MLB.TV and the like. Also it just works with my Apple Ecosystem. Best of all my Apple TV is backed with AppleCare, which makes for hassle free replacement should something go wrong with the device.
Apple TV supports a lot more apps than Chromecast, seems like a better product.
As much I like the ability to control my app in the background on chromecast. I don't see myself using the chromecast as it require developer to integrate the api/extra button on the android or ios app. Where compare to iOS with mirror the screen on the TV which is much simple and easier to use (one button for all app), apple tv has much more functionality compare to chromecast and as well as I don't use chrome but i don't see myself mirroring youtube unless it airplay .
AirPlay, Netflix and Podcasts. Always wanted one but something always comes up. My daughter would love it!
I would love an apple to so it can be used to help homework I can use 2 screens :)
I've always liked how rich the images are from Mac products. As far as features go, I'm somewhat more or less indifferent. But after using plenty of other Samsung products, the Mac stuff just looks better!
Because I really want it.
Airplay. Hands down.
(and hopefully one day some Cocoa)
Chromecast for 35$ gets you only one of the many features available on the Apple TV. With Apple TV you can Airplay, stream content and play all your iTunes content. You're also guaranteed software updates as long as the hardware supports it.
I believe the Apple TV has already ruined Cable Boxes and just like the Google TV, chromecast will never make it.
I'm completely emerged in the apple ecosystem and would only be able to access anything through Apple TV. AirPlay is really awesome too.
Give me the chromecast any day. I've got an Ipad mini for work but I just don't get on with ios. I feel suffocated with it, no freedom to do what I want like on android. And my nexus 7 is 100 times better anyway. I want a device I can stream to from any of my devices, be it my Ipad, Nexus, PC or Samsung phone. Apple just can't offer that. If your device isn't Apple it just won't work with the Apple TV box. And it way cheaper. Perfect.
I would love an Apple TV because I already have an iPhone 5, iPad Mini & my boyfriend has an iPhone 4S. It would just fit in with our entire home and we wouldn't have to keep plugging one of our laptops into our tv just to watch our iTunes content. Chromecast wouldn't fit in with us because we don't have anything Android & we have lots of iTunes stuff that wouldn't play over. Plus what's better than staying in the Apple/iOS Family?
Because I'm already hooked into the Apple ecosystem. I buy my music and rent movies through iTunes and I don't have any plans on switching anytime soon.
As household CTO, I cannot risk exposing my family to Google TV 2.0. It is my duty to provide technology that makes the lives of my wife and children better, not more complex, so I'm taking a stand.
If not me, who?
If not now, when?
May be because you people are throwing one for free... :D
Because I am in apple ecosystem
Id like a apple tv because its more versatile but the chromcast is very innovating and interesting but i would still rather have my apple tv with my apple eco system in my home
I'd like one because, well, you know what they say. An Apple TV a day keeps the little green man away.
I can stream movies/Tv show stored in my iTunes library or AirPlay from my MacBook Pro, all while using my iphone as my remote!
No weird wifi setup
ATV is just more functional for my household. We use Macs and iDevices so the Chromecast is just not as appealing. It doesn't bring anything to the table for us other than a 35$ price tag. Also- Apple could kill the CC in 5 minutes by opening it up to the rest of it's ecosystem. Which I am anxiously awaiting.
Because Apple TV looks so cool, and I love the airplay feature
Apple TV is more robust. Meaning it come with services that I use daily, such as Netflix,NBA,MLB, and amazon prime. It's nice to just have all the services when you need the bc my laptop is not always with me at home.
Apple TV looks awesome and will work with my Mac!
I am in the Apple Ecosystem and LOVE it. An Apple TV would just make this union that much better. PICK ME PICK ME!!!!
Since they are giving away 3 months of free Netflix with the device (including for existing members,) this thing basically pays for itself if you use Netflix.
But it still isn't nearly as robust as an Apple TV (think AirPlay, Airplay Mirroring, photostream etc.) It will depend in whether or not developers choose to support Chromecast and what the API allows them to do. But comparing the possible future of Chromecast against the current and possible future of the Apple TV, there's no question which has a huge leg up.
Apple TV already has content deals with kingpins ESPN, HBO, MLB, iTunes Store etc. in addition to services like Netflix, Hulu, YouTube etc.
Chromecast gives you YouTube and Netflix, which are pretty much supported by any other set top box already.
Chromecast has a promising future and is likely worth the 30$. But coming from the same company that axed the Q and many of its services, color me a bit skeptical about Google's long term support and developer evangelism for this platform.
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I would use an Apple TV to replace my gaming console for my dorm and to mirror my mac's display on my TV.
I would love an Apple TV because APPLE RULES! We have 3 iPhone 5's in our house and a few Mac computers as well as 1 iPad.. Adding an Apple TV would just be the icing on the cake. The googleCast can't touch AppleTV :-)
I need to put PowerPoint presentations on the large screen when I'm with my clients. So, I prefer the Apple TV to the Chromecast because Apple supports Microsoft Office (I cannot believe I'm promoting Apple's support of Microsoft).
I was looking for a way to get one to work with my iphone and i pad without my gf getting mad at me for spending money so what better chance then this :p. Also it's better than a Chromecast because the apple tv is a much better esthetic fit and the black box looks better than what seems to amount to little more than a dongle.
Because we have appke products in my house and everything should work fine :D
Because it allows actual screencasting, as opposed to specific-services-casting. I can already stream Youtube from my smartphone/tablet to at least three devices attached to my living room TV. I don't see Chromecast substantially improving things without a significant expansion of its capabilities.
We are an all Apple house. I would have no use for a Google product no matter how less expensive it is. I will take an Apple TV over Google thank you very much.
I'd love to have an Apple TV because our family already owns a wide variety of Apple products. (iPhone, iPad Mini, Macbook Pro, etc) This would be great for us to use because we could stream movies from Netflix, play games on our TV, and more. I'd love to also use it for personal uses and do other cool things with it.
I'd like an Apple TV because apple makes products that just work. It connects like it should with no hassles. My Bluray player that allowed me to stream Netflix died (Samsung ): ) and now my wife and I are stuck watching the same movies. We were thinking about buying one but right now we aren't able to shell out the bucks for it.
I have a few reasons why is rather have an Apple TV than a Chromecast for a few different reasons: one, because it would flow so much better with the Apple ecosystem. I only have apple products and they would work so much better with an Apple product than a Google. Second, because of the quality. Apple is notorious for great quality. I would much rather have an Apple product over a Google product. Look at every product each produces: MacBooks vs. Chromebooks, Mac is better, iPhones vs. Androids, no question there. The third reason why I'd rather have an Apple TV than a Chromecast is because my family loves looking at pictures. It would be so nice to have a quality device to do that. We could just hook it up to our TV and instantly stream videos, pictures, everything! That's why I'd rather have an Apple TV than a Chromecast.
iOS ecosystem for sure. All my movies, musics can be played. Plus Netflix.
it is better cause it will work better with my iDevices
I like the Apple TV more because it allows for full mirroring of an iOS device, allowing me to share anything, not just select content.
I want to be able to AirPlay my MBPr over to my tv.
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I would love an Apple TV to use with my Apple devices. Not to mention that Google more or less is just now catching up to the Apple TV, how much farther is Apple TV going to jump ahead in the near future? I don't know, but I'd sure like to watch it happen from my couch!
I'd still love an ATV because I don't have one and having MacBooks, iPhones it makes a lot more reasonable to own one than a chromecast. I like the idea of AirPlay. Would love to be able to use it at home. Now my baby girl is the most important so ATV exists only on my amazon wish list;P
We have 4 iOS devices in our household. I think the ease of use of AirPlay would be worth the extra cost.
I'm from a family that only has apple products so getting an Apple TV would make it easier to connect everything. Airplay is a feature I could take advantage of with my phone, tablet or mirroring on my Macbook. I am also looking to get rid of my cable subscription altogether so this would definitely help with that process since the iTunes store has a large amount of content in addition to Netflix. I'm a student so getting one for free would definitely be a bonus!
Airplay, mirroring, Photostream on my big screen!
I prefer Apple TV's integrated UI.
I have spent more money in iTunes on music and movies than I care to admit to anyone. I would love to be able to stream my iTunes movie library to my television and be able to watch netflix and huluplus all in one convenient place without having to connect my Ancient MacBook Pro via hdmi with adapter.
In spite of google claiming chromecast will work with ios, I really don't believe it for a second. The Apple TV would just work better with my already established apple ecosystem.
Plus I don't trust google or their products and services.
I can AirPlay music to my receiver using an AppleTV!
Absolutely the Apple TV. Airplay, a little iOS gaming, screen sharing from our Macs, iTunes Store, iTunes content, Airplay and Airplay....
Having an apple tv would be a fantastic addition to the living room. Its already proven technological prowess is unmatched by any home entertainment systems. You get an apple quality product with endless amounts of streaming entertainment!
Would love another Apple TV to allow AirPlay on another TV in our house.
I'd use an AppleTV because it fits into the ecosystem of devices I already own. I don't need a cross platform device because I rely on the interoperability of the Apple ecosystem.
- We already have an iPad, and Airplay will take care of what Chromecast does, and more such as stream photos, web content, and, well, everything else on my iPad all in pretty 1080p.
- Apple TV is the perfect home theater PC replacement, able to stream content from the apps on the box as well as the limitless amount of material on synced up Apple devices.
- Airplay, Airplay, Airplay! By itself, Apple TV has similar functionality to the Chromecast. Coupled with another Apple device, the content is literally infinite.
- Although Chromecast will work on Google apps in iOS, Apple TV works with ALL apps in iOS.
My family would LOVE an Apple TV for all the streaming and content possibilities, please choose us :).
I have a bunch of apple devices and would like to be able to mirror it on my tv. It will also go alone way in college this fall. Thanks!
After investing so heavily in iPads, iPhones MBA and the original Apple TV It'e aspieeoApinfast NEED. Thanks
I'm thrilled about the prospects with OS Mavericks and AppleTV, being able to use multiple desktops, one on my Mac, the other on my tv , and another on my iPad :)
Because I love the ape interface and it would go well when iOS in the car will be released. I love apple
Why would I prefer an appleTV to the google product?
Because I am already in the apple ecosystem and need an update for my functional but older appleTV (720p).
Unlike the Google products I have owned in the past, I know that Apple TV will work
I prefer Apple TV to the Google Chromecast because I can completely mirror (AirPlay) my iPhone to it, making the Apple TV a lot more functional for Apple products than the Google Chromecast!
- I would prefer AppleTV over Chromecast because of my current Tech Eco-System (Apple dominated).
- Airplay would be one of my many reasons. My daughter loves to see her iPad games over our HDTV.
For me it's easy. Apple TV let's me stram videogames from mi iPhone to the TV, and it let's me use the iPhone as a controller. Chromecast is interesting, but the best use case I find for a device like these ones is mobile gaming on a TV, so Apple TV for me.
because there is apple, and there i everything else.
nothing can compare to the style and grace Apple makes their products with. I would prefer an Apple TV over chromecast for the style and for the functionality of airplay!
Because I would be able to stream all my purchased movies and shows in iTunes to my TV without the hassle of hooking up my PC.
I would love an Apple TV because I am an educator and have an ipad for work. I dream of a classroom that is connected, where students can airplay their work to the screen via the Apple TV hooked up to the projector. I can't get the same service and ease of use with any other device.
Apple TV is the best and easiest to use, just wish I had one
because of apple's ecosystem
Because everything that works in my house is an Apple product. The new AppleTV would be a welcome addition.


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In this workshop participants will engage in a variety of improvisational "games" including drumming, vocalization, and exploring sound on melodic instruments, in an attempt to improvise music together, to be heard expressing ourselves creatively, and to work together to create something vibrant and beautiful.
Workshop Description
From our very beginnings, music has been part of what defines us as humans. We sing and dance to express our joys and our sadness. Music moves us, both physically and spiritually. Music empowers us to be heard in our most vibrant selves, and our most vulnerable. Bursting forth from silence, music expresses what we can't say in words. "Call and Response" is a workshop intended for both musicians and non-musicians alike. All experience levels will be honored as we explore the music that is inside us. Each day, we will engage in simple improvisational "games", including everything from drumming, to vocalization, to exploring sound on a variety of musical instruments, as we endeavor to create music together, to listen deeply to each other's most inner voices, and to create something new, something vibrant, something beautiful. Time will also be provided for processing our experiences together in the manner of worship sharing, as well as open-ended discussion. Participants will have the opportunity to play music together as a large group, in small ensembles, and, if they are comfortable, as soloists. No prior musical experience is necessary. Some musical instruments will be provided, but participants who already play an instrument should feel welcome to bring ther own. Before participating in this workshop, participants may want to read either The Listening Book, by W.A. Mathieu, or The Music Lesson by Victor Wooten. These readings are optional. Come each day ready to listen deeply to each other, and to discover the music inside all of us!
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I have been facilitating workshops in Philadelphia for about four years now. I have run several Improvosation Workshops at Old Haverford Monthly Meeting in Havertown, PA, and have also facilitated a workshop at PYM's Annual Sessions in summer 2013. I also led my first workshop at Gathering in the summer of 2014. With my students, I have been facilitating monthly Improvisation Workshops at DVFS, where I teach, and at local coffeeshops. Leading a workshop is like receiving a gift. To witness the ways in which participants open up musically is a deep experience. Many fear music for lots of reasons. Some of us have been taught that we have no skill musically, or that we can't really sing, or that music takes years and years to master. Therefore, being present when participants open themselves up musically is a chance to witness them expressing their deepest selves, making themselves vulnerable, and an opportunity to honor that, to respond to it, and to love them for their creativity.


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We sort of 'do' survival in the UK, but more in the way of Ray Mears than total disaster survival. So this got me thinking about the different ways you guys in the US hunt. I know you guys hunt deer, I do much the same and own a large area of shooting rights where I shoot Red stags ( This beast was shot right next to my shooting area Giant red stag Exmoor Emperor shot dead | UK news | guardian.co.uk ). We don't have limits or tags or anything like that. It's down to the deer manager to structure a cull plan.
This is an actual Roe deer I shot this year on my hunting land:
I do a lot of pigeon shooting:
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Confirmed: Kristen Stewart Will Star in Sexy Comedy With Ben Affleck
We thought it could be possible, but now we know: Kristen Stewart will be starring alongside Ben Affleck in Focus, an upcoming comedy.
According to the Huffington Post, Kristen is looking forward to trying her hand at comedy. About being in the film, she said: "I can confirm that rumor. It's a comedy. I'm really excited about it. We start shooting in April."
In the film, Kristen will be playing a newbie con artist who works with Ben, an older, wiser and more experienced con artist. We don't know much else about the role, other than the fact that there will be "passionate" love scenes between Ben and Kristen.
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- I have many large 20-25 feet scrub oak trees on my property. I would like to thin and prune them from the tops in order for them to look like the lower scrub oak I have seen in the area, about 10-15 feet. How low can I cut them from their tops without injuring them and what is the best time of year to do so?
- I have rings in my lawn that are about two feet wide. I suspect they are fairy ring, but the description for fairy ring doesn't quite fit. The inside of the circle is not lush and green, it looks the same as the rest of the lawn. There is just a semi-dead cirle surrounding good lawn. Do you have any help for me.
- I live in Riverton, and have areas in my lawn that are brown and sparse. I planted the lawn from seed, a Kentucky bluegrass blend I bought from a nursery, at least 10 years ago. It grows well in cooler weather, but by summer it looks dead in patches and is stiff, not soft lawn for the kids to play on. I would like to put down some patch seed, but don't know what kind to use and how is the best way to plant. Do I have to take out the old lawn or can I just sprinkle it on and cover with a little bit of soil. Also, is there any way to control the wide leaf weed that grows throughout my lawn as well as the entire neighborhood?
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- I saw a small, dark green, spruce tree planted next to the corner of a home in a nearby neighborhood. Are their dwarf varieties of this tree? It is not an dwarf Alberta Spuce- I have already verified this. If so, what are they called. I would like to find one for my yard.
- I sodded my back yard 3 years ago with RTF. It has not held up well, especially in the higher traffic areas where it is completely dead. Any suggestions?
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- Many years ago the back nieghbors laid sod about 6 inches higher than our sod and leaned it on the back cedar fence. They also put in small trees about 3 feet from the fence. The trees proved to be junk trees and now we have endless roots protruding above the ground 4-5 inches. If i hit them with the lawnmower cuts of a small bit of root and dulls the blade. Their are too many to cut out, if we lay sod over them will this solve the problem?? Any suggestion would be appreciated. Thanks
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- Something is digging up my bulbs (tulips, daffs, etc.) and eating them. I know I have a squirrel in my yard, but do they eat bulbs? What else would dig things up and eat them?
- We bought a new home with no turf established in the backyard. Do you offer any advice for putting in our own yard?
- We have a lot of scrub oak around our home. In some spots we have some ground cover and other area are bare. We would like to add a nice ground cover to mix in with the oak in these bare areas. Do you have suggestions for ground cover? Also, in one particular area, we have a large amount of grass growing in the ground cover surrounding the scrub oak. What is the best way to get rid of this grass? Is there a ground cover that can overtake the grass?
- We have clover infesting our grass. Each clover plant has these pod-like objects, that when picked or brushed up against causes white larva-like and red seeds to hop or pop off. The red seeds stick to skin and clothing and is irritating to the skin. The clovers also have little yellow flowers that sprout. How do we get rid of these clovers so we might play and use our lawn again. How do you keep them from coming back?
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- We live in West Jordan in an area with very clay soil. We would like to plant some low-lying evergreen shrubs in a narrow strip between our RV pad and a short vinyl fence. Do you have any plant recommendations that will work in our soil and don't require a lot of maintenence?
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Erythema multiforme is a skin condition often associated with an overreaction to an infection or medication. It can affect skin throughout the body. Erythema multiforme has two forms:
- Erythema multiforme minor—most common, is generally mild and may go away on its own
- Erythema multiforme major—rare, usually more severe, less likely go away on its own, and can be life threatening
Erythema multiforme is an overreaction of the immune system to a certain trigger. Some erythema multiforme is associated with an infection or certain medications, though the exact trigger is not always known. It is not clear why some people have this reaction.
Risk Factors
Erythema multiforme is more common in young adults.
Factors that may increase your chance of getting erythema multiforme include:
- History of erythema multiforme
Infection or history of infection caused by
- Virus (herpes infection is main cause in erythema multiforme minor)
- Bacteria
- Fungus
- Parasite
Certain medications such as:
- Antibacterials
- Anticonvulsants
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Certain vaccinations including
- Diptheria and tetanus vaccine
- Hepatitis B vaccine
- Smallpox vaccine
Symptoms can vary from mild to severe. Both erythema multiforme minor and major cause skin lesions that:
- Are itchy or burning
- Typically develop over 3-4 days, but at different times. Lesions will look different in various places of the body.
- Often start on hands and feet and spread to legs, arm, and face
- Start out as small, red areas, and grow to circular, raised areas. The middle is often a dark red which fades to a pale pink and is surrounded by a bright red edge. The different colors make the lesions look like mini targets.
- May have a blister or crust in the center
- Appears equally on both sides of the body
- May develop in one mucus membrane such as the lips, inside the mouth, or the eyes
Erythema multiforme major may also cause:
- General ill feeling, fever, and achy joints before the rash appears
- More extensive rash
- Lesions that develop in 2 or more mucus membranes such as the lips, inside the mouth, or the eyes
You will be asked about your symptoms and medical history. A physical exam will be done. You may be referred to a doctor who specializes in skin problems (dermatologist).
Most cases can be diagnosed based on your medical history and skin exam. The target lesions are usually a key for diagnosis. However, the skin lesions may not be typical and a sample of the skin may be taken. The skin sample is examined under a microscope to look for findings of erythema multiforme.
Erythema multiforme will usually go away on its own in 4-6 weeks. Mild forms usually will not need treatment.
Treatment may be needed to treat an underlying infection. This may include antiviral, antibiotic, or antifungal medications. If the erythema multiforme is related to a current medication, your doctor will work with you to stop the medication and find a replacement if needed.
Severe lesion due to erythema multiforme major may also require:
- Treatment to prevent infections of the lesions
- Hospitalization for widespread, life-threatening lesions
Management of Symptoms
Moist compresses and medications may help relieve discomfort from lesions. Medication options may include:
- Oral antihistamines to help control itching
- Topical steroid creams to help discomfort and itching
- Acetaminophen to reduce pain and fever
- Medicated mouthwash for lesions in the mouth
Steroids, or steroid-sparing medications may be needed with widespread erythema muliforme major. These medications suppress or enhance the immune system and may decrease the intensity or halt the lesions. These may be given orally or through an IV.
If the lesions were due to the herpes simplex virus, there are ways to prevent outbreaks:
- Talk to your doctor about a daily prescription of an oral antiviral medication.
- Apply sunscreen and zinc sulfate solution to the site of the herpes simplex to help prevent relapse.
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An exhaust system is usually piping used to guide reaction exhaust gases away from a controlled combustion inside an engine or stove. The entire system conveys burnt gases from the engine and includes one or more exhaust pipes. Depending on the overall system design, the exhaust gas may flow through one or more of:
Axle-back exhaust systems bolt in place of the factory muffler section and upgrades it with a sporty free flowing muffler. These exhaust systems are simple to install and take just a few minutes on most vehicles.
Cat-back (also cat back and catback) refers to the portion of the exhaust system from the outlet of the catalytic converter to the final vent to open air. This generally includes the pipe from the converter to the muffler, the muffler, and the final length of pipe to open air.
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"Gulf Power is really interested in this," said Jeff Rogers, the company's corporate communications manager. "We have been studying electric vehicles for 20 years in anticipation of them hitting the market, studying our grid and infrastructure to make sure it could handle the added load of people pulling into their garage every night and plugging it in.
"(We've been) studying the vehicles so we can help people make wise decisions when purchasing them, and studying different technologies to see what works best," Rogers added.
Southern Company, the parent firm of Gulf Power, has about 10 electric and hybrid vehicles it is testing for battery capacity, miles per gallon, charge times and charge patterns. Among the company's vehicles is the Toyota Prius hybrid, a VTRUX electric pickup truck made by Via Motors and two cars from Tesla Motors.
The Tesla Roadster was the first electric vehicle Southern Company purchased. It later bought the new Tesla Model S sedan.
"The thing about the Tesla, the coupe was the first one to break the 200-mile barrier on a single charge. Phenomenal," Rogers said. "And that was because of the battery technology and charging technology they were using and the regenerative breaking. That's not really a practical car, though. The coupe was very tight. I could hardly get in that one.
"(The Model S) is like a big, roomy sedan," he said. "Same concept, same type of battery, same type of generators, same regenerative breaking. Of course it's much more sophisticated than even (the Roadster) was."
Watch a Tesla test drive video.
The Nissan Leaf gets the best mileage from a single electrical charge and costs much less than the Teslas. The Tesla Model S has a base price ranging from $49,000 to $98,000, while the Leaf, which gets about 74 miles per charge, has a base price of $28,800. Gulf Power offers a $1,000 incentive for customers in its Energy Select program who purchase an electric vehicle.
If the electric vehicles become popular in the area, Rogers said Gulf Power likely would not build charge stations for vehicles along the roads, but still would be involved somehow.
"We would probably work with the marketplace to do that," Rogers said. "We're the experts and we've done the research. We know what works that's already out there, but there are going to be people making money off of the charging stations. That's something we would probably partner with."
James Fenton with the Florida Solar Energy Center at the University of Central Florida said most people will drive electric vehicles in the future.
"These electric vehicles are game-changers," Fenton said at the Power Up Energy Expo at the Emerald Coast Convention Center. "You may not be aware of it, but 80 percent of vehicle miles traveled in the United States is less than 40 miles per day. All of these electric vehicles can do 40 miles without a recharge, so that means you could remove 80 percent of all gasoline consumption."
If gas was $3.25 a gallon, Fenton said it would cost the average car 13 cents a mile to run. The average electric car can do the same for 4 cents a mile.
"Electricity out of the wall is effective as a transportation fuel and it is less than one-third the cost of gasoline," Fenton said. "So why in the hell are we using the damn stuff? And by the way, none of the gasoline comes from Florida, but all of the electricity comes from somebody in a company that's your neighbor. All electricity is made locally in the state of Florida.
"Do you know why the Democrats all like Bill Clinton and the Republicans all like Ronald Reagan?" he added. "It's because during both of their administrations, the price of gasoline was $1.15 a gallon. It has nothing to do with whether they were great political leaders or not. And you're going to hate whoever is president from now on."
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Speaking to the UFC 169 media scrum on Thursday, White was asked about his interest in signing Johnson to fortify its own light heavyweight division.
"Me and Joe [Silva] were talking about him the other day," White said. "I mean, I like the kid. I always did."
With Jon Jones having done away with many of yesterdays champions and contenders at 205 pounds, Johnson would add some depth and intrigue to the class. Johnson has knocked out four of his opponents on his recent winning streak, and at 29 years old is just coming into his prime years.
Asked if he had been watching Johnson in his last few fights in the World Series of Fighting, White said hed caught glimpses here and there. But even when he personally didnt, the UFC was keeping tabs.
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Greater Portland
Auditions, Calls for Art
The Portland Dyke March Committee seeks performers of all genres for an Open Mic Night held on April 17 at the North Star Cafe, Congress St., Portland, Portland Dyke March Committee, firstname.lastname@example.com.
Nominations for Portland Poet Laureate, accepted through May 1, nomination forms at Longfellow Books, One Monument Way, Portland, or Dennis Camire, firstname.lastname@example.com.
Auditions for the Westcustogo Youth Chorale, open to grades 5-12, Ann Dillon, 829-5877 to schedule audition, wyc.homestead.com.
Books, Authors
Wednesday 4/8
Freeport Community Library Annual Book Sale, 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., through Friday, call for book sale hours, Freeport Community Library, 10 Library Drive, Freeport, 865-3307, freeportlibrary.com.
USM Celebrate Writers Festival, through Thursday, daily activities, free and open to public, USM Portland, Justin Tussing, 228-8393.
Thursday 4/9
Patricia Pierce Erikson, author of "In the Shadow of the North Pole," presentation on "White Woman, White Snow, Blank Page: Josephine Peary as Arctic Author/Explorer," 7 p.m., free and open to public, Maine Women Writers Collection, UNE Westbrook College Campus, 716 Stevens Ave., Portland, 221-4324.
Tuesday 4/14
Annie Finch, poetry reading, 12 p.m., free, bring favorite poem to share, LunchBox Friends Series sponsored by the Friends of the Falmouth Memorial Library, Falmouth Memorial Library, 5 Lunt Road, Falmouth, 781-2351.
Friday 4/17
Alex Irvine, author of "Buyout," 7 p.m., Longfellow Books, One Monument Way, Portland, 772-4045, longfellowbooks.com.
Saturday 4/18
Group Poetry Workshop, with Portland Poet Laureate Martin Steingesser, 2 p.m., Childrens Museum and Theatre of Maine, 142 Free St., Portland, registration required, 828-1234 ext. 229 or email@example.com.
Marcelle Pick, author of "The Core Balance Diet," 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Apothecary by Design, 84 Marginal Way, Portland, 774-5220 or apothecarybydesign.com.
Reader's Circle, third Thursday, 7 p.m., Merrill Memorial Library, 215 Main St., Yarmouth, 846-4763.
Saturday 4/18
Gustafer Yellowgold Show, "Mellow Fever Tour," comedy show for all ages, Space Gallery, 538 Congress St., Portland, 2 p.m., $8, 828-5600, space538.org.
Open Mic Comedy, hosted by Brian Brinegar, 8 p.m. Thursdays, Slainte, 24 Preble St., Portland.
The Comedy Connection, shows Thursday-Sunday evening, Custom House Wharf, Portland, 774-5554 for reservations.
Tuesday 4/14
New Media Artists Maine Experimental Films, by various artists, 7 p.m., 102 Hildreth, Southern Maine Community College, South Portland, Randy Visser, 741-5770, email@example.com.
Friday 4/17
The Maine African Film Festival, through April 24, for daily film schedule and Portland locations, tmaff.org, Kazeem Lawal, firstname.lastname@example.com or 201-805-9429.
Friday 4/10
Spring Open House, 5:30-7:30 p.m., The Language Exchange, 80 Exchange St., Portland, 772-0405.
Saturday 4/18
"Finding Home," by Mary Bourke, artist's talk, 1:30 p.m., exhibit through April 25, Greenhut Galleries, 146 Middle St., Portland, 772-2693.
A Fine Thing Gallery: Edward T. Pollack Fine Arts,
"American & European Master Prints," various artists, through April
25, 25 Forest Ave., Portland, 699-2919, edpollackfinearts.com.
Addo Novo, 490 Congress St., Portland, www.addonovo.com/arts.
Area Gallery, "Organic Constructivism," constructed sculptures and reliefs by Sue Bennett and Laura Dunn, through May 9, Woodbury Campus Center, USM Portland campus, Portland.
Artascope, 352 Cottage Road, South Portland.
Art Gallery at UNE, Westbrook
College campus, 716 Stevens Ave., Portland, 221-4499 or
Art House Picture Frames, 61 Pleasant St., Portland, 221-3443, arthousepictureframes.com.
Art Studios at Cottage Road, newest work by Betina Clark, 352 Cottage Road, South Portland, 799-5154.
Artist & Craftsman Supply, "Zombies on Exchange Street," mixed media by PATHS students, through April, 540 Deering Ave., Portland, 772-7272.
Aucocisco Gallery, "Close To Home: silver gelatin photographs by Michael Alpert," through April 25, 613 Congress St., Portland, 775-2222 or aucocisco.com.
Biddeford Savings Bank, "Spring Returns," photography by Kirk M. Rogers, 1-3 p.m. opening, exhibit through June 28, 360 U.S. Route 1, Scarborough, 883-3004.
Cape Cottage Gallery, 179 Cottage Road, South Portland, 767-5700 or capecottagegallery.com.
Carolyn Walton Gallery, "Landscapes of Maine and New England," 39 Pleasant Hill Road, Freeport, 865-1585 or carolynwalton.com.
Casco Bay Frames and Gallery, 295 Forest Ave., Hannaford Plaza, Portland, 774-1260 or cascobayframes.com.
Christoph Gallery, Portland Pottery and Metalsmithing, 118 Washington Ave., Portland, 772-4334 or portlandpottery.com.
Constellation Gallery, work by David A. Marshall, Nathan Broaddus, Matthew Isgro and Randy Regier, 511 Plaza on Congress St., Portland, 409-6617.
Cooper Jackson Gallery, 70 India St., Portland.
Cygnet Gallery, "It Figures," Figurative Group Show by various artists, 568 Congress St., Portland, 251-9925.
Daniel Kany Gallery, 89 Exchange St., Portland, 774-2100 or kany.net.
Daunis Fine Handmade Jewelry Showroom, "Uninhabited Portraits," by Brita Holmquist, through April 30, third floor, 616 Congress St., Portland, 773-6011.
Domaine Gallery, "New: Elemental/Essential Photography," by John G Kelley, 223 Commercial St., Portland, 772-2270 or domainegallery.com.
Earth and Soul, indigenous artists from around the world and local artists, 34 Washington Ave., Portland, 775-1089.
Elizabeth Moss Gallery, 27 Gorham Road, Scarborough; 251 U.S. Route 1, Falmouth, 781-2620.
Ember Grove Gallery, 247 B Congress St., Portland, 761-0408 or embergrove.com.
emilie inc., photography, 227 Congress St, Portland, 272-2285.
Falmouth Memorial Library, 5
Lunt Road, Falmouth, 781-2351.
Filament Gallery, 181 Congress St., Portland, 774-0932 or filamentgallery.com.
Fore Street Gallery, 372 Fore St., Portland, 874-8084, forestreetgallery.com.
Four Walls Gallery for Fine Art, 564 Congress St., Portland, 221-3426 or fourwallsgallery.com.
Freeport Square Gallery, "Eggcellent Art & Mixed Bag!" 2D and 3D exhibition, through April 28, 140 Main St., Freeport, 865-1616.
Front Room Gallery, works by Jon White, Sunday Richards, Monica Walsh and others, 378 Cottage Road, South Portland, 767-9070.
Frost Gully Gallery, 1159 U.S. Route 1, Freeport, 865-4505 or frostgullygallery.com.
The Gallery at Lovell Hall, works by Chinese and Mongolian artists, through March, 463 Fore St., Portland, 871-1868, lovellhall.com.
Gallery 132, 132 Spring St., Portland, 842-9200 ext. 226.
Gem Gallery, 62 Island Ave., Peaks Island, 766-5600.
Gleason Fine Art, "Broken Symmetries: constructions in wood and metal," by Ronald Rovner, through April 25, 545 Congress St., Portland, 699-5599.
Greenhut Galleries, "Finding Home," by Mary Bourke, through April 25, 146 Middle St., Portland, 772-2693.
Harmon's & Barton's Gallery, 584 Congress St., Portland, 774-5948.
Hawk Ridge Farm, by appointment only, Pownal, 688-4468.
Holly Ready Studio, oil and gouache paintings by Holly Ready, 146 High St., Portland, 632-1027 or hollyready.com
Jameson Modern Art, 305 Commercial St., Portland, 772-5522 or jamesongallery.com.
June Fitzpatrick Gallery, 112 High St., Portland, 772-1961 or junefitzpatrickgallery.com.
June Fitzpatrick Gallery at MECA, sculpture by Roger Prince and drawings and paintings by Sharon Yates, 522 Congress St., Portland, 699-5083.
The Kate Cheney Chappell Center for Book Arts, "Studying Books: Book Arts at Maine Colleges and Universities," through June 30, seventh floor reading room,
Glickman Family Library, USM Portland, 780-4270.
The Language Exchange, 80 Exchange St., Portland, 772-0405.
Long Island Dodwell Gallery, Long Island Community Library, 7 Gorham St.
Maine Arts Workshop, 39 School St., Freeport, 831-2759 or maineartsworkshop.com.
Maine Potters Market, 376 Fore St., Portland, 774-1633 or mainepottersmarket.com.
Meg Perry Center, AVAX: ArtVan Artists Xtraordinaire, through May 1, 644 Congress St., Portland.
Moxie Studio and Gallery, landscape, still life paintings, by appointment, Cousins Island, Yarmouth, 846-0978.
Radiant Light Gallery, Thom Adams fine art and documentary photography, 615 Congress St., Suite 409, Portland, 252-7258.
Rise Photography, Matthew Robbins photography, Alicia Allen jewelry, 864 Broadway, South Portland, 799-4204, risephotography.com.
Running with Scissors Gallery, 54 Cove St., Portland, 699-4242.
Space Gallery, "Carving the Floors," by Anna Hepler, Andrea Sulzer, and other printmaking students, through May 23, 538 Congress St., Portland, 828-5600, space538.org.
St. Lawrence Arts Center, 76 Congress St., Portland,
775-5568, stlawrencearts.org.
Susan Maasch Fine Art, Petites Choses: Strong, Beautiful, Affordable Works through April 24, 29 Forest Ave., Portland, 699-2955 or susanmaaschfineart.com.
Sylvia Kania Gallery, "Mud Season: A Collaboration of 21 Artists," through May 23, 148 High St., Portland, 615-6019.
Toby Rosenberg Pottery Gallery, 293 Read St., Portland, 878-4590.
Thomas Memorial Library Gallery, 6 Scott Dyer Road, Cape Elizabeth.
VoxPhotographs, "Finding Ground: Girls and Women in Recovery," photography by Arla Patch, through April 30, for invitation and location, 232-1214 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Whitney Art Works, "Considerable Thinking," works by Adriane Herman, Tim Clorius and Melinda Barnes, through April 25,492 Congress St., Portland, 774-7011, whitneyartworks.com.
317 Main St. Gallery, Greely High School Advanced Placement Studio Art, through April 17, Yarmouth.
3Fish Gallery, "Connections in Wood & Print," new work by Suzanne Hunt and Larinda Meade, 377 Cumberland Ave., Portland, 773-4773.
Saturday 4/18
Biennial Round Table Discussions, 11 a.m. exhibit through June 7, free with admission, Portland Museum of Art auditorium, Seven Congress Square, Portland, 775-6148 or portlandmuseum.org.
Children's Museum of Maine, ongoing cultural,
educational, fun and active workshops for kids and parents, 142 Free
St., Portland, 828-1234 or kitetails.com.
Falmouth Heritage Museum, by appointment only, 60 Woods Road, Falmouth, 781-4727.
Fifth Maine Regiment Museum, by appointment only, 45 Seashore Ave., Peaks Island, 766-3330.
Freeport Historical Society Museum, Harrington House, 45 Main St., Freeport, 865-3170.
Maine Historical Society Museum, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.,
Monday-Saturday, 12-5 p.m. Sun.; 11 a.m.-12 p.m children's hour Monday
and Wednesday, $8 adult, $3 child, "Art of the People: Folk Art in
Maine," through Dec. 30, 489 Congress St., Portland, 774-1822 or
Maine Irish Heritage Center, tour the former St. Dominic's
Church, 19th-century cathedral built by Irish immigrants, 1-3 p.m.
Wednesdays, 34 Gray St., Portland, call first, 780-0118.
Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum, daily 10 a.m.-4 p.m., trains run seven days 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 58 Fore St., Portland, 828-0814 or mngrr.org.
Museum at Portland Head Light, 1000 Shore Road, Cape Elizabeth, 799-2661 or portlandheadlight.com.
Museum of African Culture, 13 Brown St., Portland, 871-7188 or museumafricanculture.org.
Neal Dow Memorial, Federal-style mansion built in 1829 for Maine
politician, abolitionist and prohibitionist, original silver, china,
portraits and furniture, 714 Congress St., Portland, free, 773-7773.
Portland Fire Museum, every Friday 12-8 p.m., $5 adults, $2 children age 7+, 157 Spring St., Portland, portlandfiremuseum.com.
Portland Harbor Museum, Southern Maine Community College, Fort Road, South Portland, 799-6337, portlandharbormuseum.org.
Portland Museum of Art, "2009 Biennial," through June 27, "Art of the Cranberry Islands," through June 28, Fridays 5-9 p.m. free, Seven Congress Square, Portland, 775-6148
ext. 3244 or portlandmuseum.org.
Portland Observatory, 138 Congress St., Portland, 774-5561.
Tate House Museum, by appointment only, 1267 Westbrook St., Portland, 774-6177 or tatehouse.org.
Wadsworth-Longfellow House, $8 adult, $7 senior/student, $3 child, Maine Historical Society, 489 Congress St., Portland, 774-1822 or mainehistory.org.
Yarmouth Historical Society Museum, "Life Along the Royal
River," 1-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Merrill
Memorial Library, Main Street, Yarmouth, 846-6259.
Thursday 4/9
Jason Spooner with the Toughcats and Adam James Frederick and the Hippie Killers, 9 p.m., $8, 18+, Space Gallery, 538 Congress St., Portland, space538.org.
Rod Picott & Amanda Shires with The Bittersweets, 8 p.m., $10 advance/$12 door, One Longfellow Square, 181 State St., Portland, 761-1757, onelongfellowsquare.com.
Friday 4/10
Ray LaMontagne with The Low Anthem, 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, $35.50-$29.50, Merrill Auditorium, 20 Myrtle St., Portland, tickets, PortTix, 842-0800 or livenation.com.
Saturday 4/11
Scott Nygaard and Crow Molly with The Bee Eaters, 8 p.m., $15 advance/$18 door, One Longfellow Square, 181 State St., Portland, 761-1757, onelongfellowsquare.com.
Monday 4/13
Rickie Lee Jones, 8 p.m., $35 advance/$38 door/$50 VIP, 21+, Port City Music Hall, 504 Congress St., Portland, 899-4990, portcitymusichall.com.
Tuesday 4/14
Bach Birthday Bash Concert, with Ray Cornils and the DaPonte String Quartet, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., $12, ages 21 and under free, Merrill Auditorium, 20 Myrtle St., Portland, 553-4363, foko.org.
Wednesday 4/15
South China, Jessica Pavone & Mary Halvorsen and White Light, 9 p.m., presented by Hillytown.com, Slainte Wine Bar and Lounge, 24 Preble St., Portland, 828-0900.
Thursday 4/16
USM Youth Ensembles Concert, 7:30 p.m., by donation, $6 adult/$3 senior or student, Merrill Auditorium, 20 Myrtle St., Portland, 780-5555.
Friday 4/17
Jazz and Poetry Celebration, 7-9 p.m., Freeport Community Library, 10 Library Drive, Freeport, 865-3307, freeportlibrary.com.
Saturday 4/18
The Grownup Noise, indie folk, 8 p.m., The North Star Cafe, 225 Congress St., Portland, 699-2994.
"Record Store Day," all Bull Moose locations, free in-store concerts, local listings at bullmoose.com or recordstoreday.com.
Sunday 4/19
"Borromeo String Quartet," Portland String Quartet Season Finale Concert, $20 adult/$18 senior, free for ages 21 and under, Woodfords Church, 202 Woodfords St., Portland, Nina K. Oatley, 761-1522 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Reindeer Rock-Off Finals, 3 p.m., $10 advance/$12 door, McAuley Performing Arts Center, 637 Stevens Ave., Portland, 857-9002, mainetoday.com/rockoff.
Community Chorus, rehearsals 10 a.m.-12 p.m., first
and third Saturday, the St. Lawrence Arts Center, 76 Congress St.,
Portland, 775-5568 ext. 102 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
David Bullard Songwriter Night, 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Andy's Pub, Commercial Street; Solo Night 6 p.m. Thursdays, Slainte Wine Bar, 24 Preble St., Portland.
House Bluegrass, 9 p.m. Mondays, no cover, Empire Dine & Dance, 575 Congress St., Portland.
Kirtan!, call & response group chanting meditation, 7-8:30 p.m., first and third Fridays, $5 donation, Portland Yoga Studio, 616 Congress St., Portland, 799-0054, portlandyoga.com.
Lazy Lightning, Grateful Dead covers and original music, 9 p.m. Wednesdays, The Big Easy, 55 Market St., bigeasyportland.com or 776-2822.
Theater & Dance
Wednesday 4/8
"Trying," presented by Portland Stage Company, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Friday; 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday through April 12, $13-$36, Portland Performing Arts Center, 25A Forest Ave., Portland, 774-0465, portlandstage.com.
Thursday 4/9
"The Passion of the Hausfrau," presented by Portland Stage Company, 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday; 3 p.m. Sunday, $18, Portland Stage Company Studio Theater, 25A Forest Ave., Portland, 774-0465, portlandstage.com.
Friday 4/10
"Alice in Wonderland," presented by The Teen Ensemble Project, 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, $6, Freeport Performing Arts Center, 30 Holbrook St., Freeport, Carol Farrell, 865-6355.
"The Passion of the Hausfrau," presented by Portland Stage Company, 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday; 3 p.m. Sunday; through April 11, $18, Portland Stage Company Studio Theater, 25A Forest Ave., Portland, 774-0465, portlandstage.com.
"Trying," presented by Portland Stage Company, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Fridays; 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sunday through April 12, $13-$36, Portland Performing Arts Center, 25A Forest Ave., Portland, 774-0465, portlandstage.com.
"Voir un Ami Pleurer," presented by Theatre du Reve, 11 a.m., $10, Portland High School auditorium, 284 Cumberland Ave., Portland, Frank Troyan, email@example.com or theatredureve.com/season/.
Saturday 4/11
"Alice in Wonderland," presented by The Teen Ensemble Project, 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, $6, Freeport Performing Arts Center, 30 Holbrook St., Freeport, Carol Farrell, 865-6355.
"Trying," presented by Portland Stage Company, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Fridays; 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sunday through April 12, $13-$36, Portland Performing Arts Center, 25A Forest Ave., Portland, 774-0465, portlandstage.com.
Tuesday 4/14
Poetry Slam Team Finals, 7 p.m. open mic, 8:30 p.m. slam, $2-$5 donation, North Star Cafe, 225 Congress St., Portland, hosted by Port Veritas, 450-1815.
Argentine Tango Practice,
Wednesday 7-9 p.m., beginner lesson 7 p.m., $10; Ballroom Dance Party,
Saturday 8 p.m.-midnight, beginner lesson 7 p.m., $7; Maine Ballroom
Dance, 614 Congress St., Portland.
Club 188, line dancing instruction, Wednesday, 7-8 p.m.
beginners; 8-9 p.m. intermediate; 9-9:30 p.m. advanced; 188 Warren Ave,
Greater Portland Community Contradance, first Saturday, 7:15
p.m. lesson, 8 p.m. main dance, $9 adult / $5 child, Falmouth
Congregational Church Hall, 267 Falmouth Road, new dancers welcome, no
partner needed, 756-2201.
Mid Coast
Friday 4/17
New York Cool: Painting and Sculpture from the NYU Art Collection, exhibit through July 19, Bowdoin College Museum of Art, Bowdoin College, Brunswick, 725-3120 or bowdoin.edu/art-museum.
11 Pleasant St. Arts Center, 11 Pleasant St., Brunswick, 319-6057 or 11pleasant.com.
Allen & Selig Realty, landscapes and seascapes by Claudette
Gamache, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 15 Vine St., Bath,
443-2200 or AllenSelig.com.
The Barn Door Cafe and Bakery, 4 Bowdoin Mill Island, Suite 102, 721-3099, thebarndoorcafe.com.
Bayview Gallery, 8 Maine St., Brunswick, 729-5500.
Bowdoin College Museum of Art, "New York Cool: Painting and Sculpture from the NYU Art Collection," "Ink Tales," through May 10, Bowdoin College, Brunswick, 725-3120 or bowdoin.edu/art-museum.
Cabot Mill Gallery, Fort Andross, 14 Maine St., Brunswick, 837-9108.
Chocolate Church Arts Center, 798 Washington St., Bath, 442-8455 or chocolatechurcharts.org.
Curtis Memorial Library, "Mid Coast Maine by Air Land and Sea," photography by Mark Royall, 23 Pleasant St., Brunswick, 725-5242.
Frontier Cafe, Fort Andross Mill, 14 Maine St., Brunswick, explorefrontier.com.
Gallery at Park Row, 185 Park Row, Brunswick, 907-4016.
Gallery at Widgeon Cove, winter hours by appointment, Route 123, Harpswell, 833-6081 or widgeoncove.com.
Gallery Framing, 12 Pleasant St., Brunswick, 729-9108.
Gallery at Schoolhouse Crossing, "Black, White & Red All Over," photography by Keith Spiro, 48 West Schoolhouse Crossing Road, Topsham, 603-674-6098 or email@example.com.
Icon Contemporary Art, 19 Mason St., Brunswick, 725-8157.
Just Framing, 149 Front St., Bath.
LaMarche Gallery, David Saul Smith Union, Bowdoin College, Brunswick, 725-3902.
Mae's Cafe, 160 Centre St., Bath, 442-8577 or www.maescafeandbakery.com/events.
Maine Art Gallery, Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Warren Street, Wiscasset, 882-7511, maineartgallery.org.
Maine Fiberarts Gallery, 13 Main St., Topsham, 721-0678, mainefiberarts.org.
Merrymeeting Arts Center, Cathance Landing, 9 Main St., Bowdoinham, merrymeetingarts.org.
Old Post Office Gallery, original oils, pastels, watercolors of five local artists, Route 127, Georgetown, 371-2015.
Points of View Art Gallery, Brunswick Business Center, 18 Pleasant St., Brunswick, 725-8920.
Sarah Greenier Gallery, Maine, marine and coastal paintings, 428 Middle St., Bath, 443-3936.
Sebascodegan Artists Cooperative Gallery, 4 Old Orr's Island Road, Harpswell, 833-5717.
Topsham Public Library, 25 Foreside Road, Topsham, 725-1727 or topshamlibrary.org.
Whatnot Gallery, Spindleworks, 7 Lincoln St., Brunswick.
Wiscasset Bay Gallery, 67 Main St., Wiscasset, 882-7682 or wiscassetbaygallery.com.
Maine Maritime Museum, open daily 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., 243 Washington St., Bath, 443-1316 or mainemaritimemuseum.org.
Pejepscot Historical Society Museum, "CSI Brunswick: The
Forensic Work of Dr. Frank Whittier," and "Pejepscot's Early
Scots-Irish History," Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., free, 159 Park
Row, Brunswick, 729-6606.
Friday 4/10
Jazz Quintet with Ralph Alessi, School for Improv Music, 7:30 p.m., free, Studzinski Recital Hall, Kanbar Auditorium, Bowdoin College, 798-4141.
Marcia Gallagher, jazz, 6:30 p.m., Solo Bistro, 128 Front St., Bath, 443-3373.
Friday 4/17
Lynn Deeves, 9 p.m., $6, Side Door Coffeehouse, Unitarian Universalist Church, 15 Pleasant St., Brunswick, 729-8515, uubrunswick.org.
Tracey MacLean and Doug Emery, jazz, 6:30 p.m., Solo Bistro, 128 Front St., Bath, 443-3373.
Saturday 4/18
Enter The Haggis, 7:30 p.m., $16-20, Chocolate Church Arts Center, 789 Washington St., Bath, 442-8455.
Theater & Dance
Thursday 4/16
"Topdog/Underdog" performance by Suzan-Lori Parks, 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, free, Boody-Johnson House, Chase Barn, Bowdoin College, 725-3375.
Friday 4/17
"Topdog/Underdog" performance by Suzan-Lori Parks, 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, free, Boody-Johnson House, Chase Barn, Bowdoin College, 725-3375.
Sage Swingers, Square and Round Dance Club, 6:30
p.m. Monday round dance workshops, Coffin School Cafeteria, Barrows
St., Brunswick, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday square dance workshops, Jordan Acres
School Cafeteria, Brunswick, 389-2568 or sage.squaredanceme.us.
Authentic Movement and Contemplative Dance session, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., first and third Saturdays through May 16, $10 donation, Bath Dance Works, 72 Front St., Bath, 725-9997.


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SMAC announces all-league team
With all seven South Mountain Athletic Conference football teams eliminated from the state playoffs, the conference released its individual honors and all-league team that included 15 players from Rutherford County.
Freedom running back David Burgess as Offensive Player of the Year and Burns High defensive lineman Damerrian Petty was named Defensive Player of the Year.
East Rutherford's Harrison Wilkerson was honored as the SMAC's Kicker of the Year.
The SMAC all-league team (with positions included for Rutherford County selections):
Burns - Gilbert Brooks, Travon Hunt, Josh Ramseur, Damerrian Pett, Tylan Ruff, Grayson Gee, Sa'Darius Byers, Quintel Houser, Diamonte Hall, Chris Montgomery
Freedom - James Caldwell, Cameron Storie, David Burgess, Shawn Fairchild, Davey Newton, Khris Gardin, Chris Bridges, DC Corpening, Javiarous Bennett
Shelby - Kris Evans, Markise Walton, Garrion Addison, Raekwon Washington, Wesley Hillman, Erik McCauley, Carlos Marion
East Rutherford - Jaman Edgerton (RB/DB), Lovell Robinson (RB/WR), TJ Watkins (QB), Brock Helton (LB), Jordan Strickland (DL), Jabbari Cash (LB)
Chase - Tyran Hunt (LB), Cody Greene (LB), Shevon Logan (DL), Tray Watkins (DL), Jordan O'Rourke (WR/RB/DB)
Patton - Jared Harbison, Hayden Caraway, Devin Mosteller, Tyler Bias
R-S Central - Jaried Foster Smith (DL), Devante Austin (RB/DB), AJ Greer (TE)
Rutherford County also had six honorable mention selections:
East Rutherford - Harrison Wilkerson (K), Donlad Wilkins (WR), Cody Hall (WR/DB)
Chase - Josh Wright (RB), Mike Helton (LB)
RS Central - Michael Murphy (OL)


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Jail Division
The Woodbury County Law Enforcement Center and Jail were built in 1987. After several renovations over the years, the main jail currently has bed space for 234 inmates. The jail houses pre-trial and sentenced inmates, along with contract federal prisoners with the U. S. Marshals Service. The staff of men and women are professional and dedicated officers assigned to maintain a safe, humane and secure environment for all the inmates.
Lt. Lynette Phillips, pictured, is the Jail Administrator and has 38 years of law enforcement experience. Lt. Phillips graduated from Sioux City East High School in 1975 and started working for the Sioux City Police Department under a CETA program as an I. D. technician, confidential records tech and part time police matron until 1978. In 1978, Lt. Phillips was hired by the Woobury County Sheriff's Office to the Jail Division.
Lt. Phillips was promoted to the rank of sergeant in 1980. Lt. Phillips was promoted and given command of the jail by former Sheriff Russ White Jr. in 1981. At that time, Lt. Phillips was only one of three female officers to hold the rank of lieutenant in the state of Iowa.
Lt. Phillips was active in the design and construction of the current Woodbury County Jail and all subsequent renovations. In March of 2000, a second minimum security facility opened at Prairie Hill to help with the overcrowding issue plaguing the jail at the time. Currently, the Prairie Hill Annex houses minimum security inmates, work release inmates and the Electronic Monitoring Division of the jail.
Lt. Phillips is a graduate of the Central Missouri State University for Management of Law Enforcement Agencies, the Natiional Institute of Corrections-Jail Operations and Management, and is a state certified jail instructor. Lt. Phillips was active in the implementation and update of the Iowa State Jail Standards and has served on the Iowa Sheriff's and Deputies Association Jail Committee since 1987, of which she has been the chairperson for the committee for over fifteen years.
Lt. Harlow has been promoted to Lieutenant by Sheriff Dave Drew.
Lt. Todd Harlow is a native Iowan born and raised in Sioux City. He graduated in 1982 from West High School and has attended several Jail Schools and received numerous certifications.
Todd began his career in March of 1987 under Sheriff Russ White Jr; and worked at the old jail to start his career. He helped with the transitional team to set up the move and training of our new jail staff. He was promoted to Corporal in December of 1987 and then to Sergeant in 1993 under Sheriff David Amick. He has worked all three shifts as a supervisor. Lt. Harlow has been part of the review and updating of the Standard Operating Guidelines and inmate rulebook. Lt. Harlow will be commanding the jail during the evening and early morning hours. Lt. Harlow assisted with installing new beds in the main jail and at the Prairie Hill Annex. He was instrumental in the improvements of new doors, locks, camera systems and control panels.
Bonding Procedures:
Verify bond amount and conditions of release by calling 712.279.6040.
All approved bondsman can be located in the local yellow pages.
If you desire to post a cash bond, the bond can be posted during normal working hours with the Woodbury County Clerk of Courts, Monday through Friday, 8:00A to 4:30P. After hours, the bond can be posted with the Woodbury County Jail.
Inmate Mail Procedures:
The letter must be addressed to: Inmates Name
Woodbury County Jail
P. O. Box 3083
Sioux City, Iowa 51102
The return address must contain the senders complete name and full address.
No packages are accepted.
Video Visitation:
Monday through Thursday 10:00A to 11:00A and 12:00P to 3:15P. You must be checked in with Jail Administration by 10:25A and 2:40P respectively.
If you have been arrested, you may not visit for: 90 days if you were arrested for a serious or aggravated misdemeanor and one year for a felony arrest.
If you were arrested on a simple misdemeanor, you may visit the following day.
Inmate Property:
The person leaving property for an inmate must have a federal, state or tribal photo identifcation card.
Property is accepted on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00A to 2:30P.
Money for inmate accounts can be dropped off Monday through Friday from 8:00A to 2:30P. Maximum amount is $50.00.
Accepted Property: Seven pair of white socks, underwear and t-shirts (no muscle shirts).
One set of white thermal underwear.
Everything must be in its original store packaging and untampered with.
Property and money is not accepted on holidays.
Inmate Phone System:
All calls are routed through Securus and are collect. To set up an account, you must call Securus at 1.800.844.6591
Persons needing fingerprints for employment purposes, etc., first need to go to the Sheriff's Office on the first floor of the Law Enforcement Center Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00A to 2:30P. There is a $6.00 cash fee per card. After paying the fees, the person will be directed to Jail Administration on the second floor of the LEC for the prints.


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Wednesday, July 17, 2013
Dorchester County Sheriff's Detectives have arrested Ikeal Emar Dacis, 23, of Reeseville today and charged him with the murder of Sierra D. Truesdale, of Goose Creek.
"After extensive investigation," said DCSO Deputy Chief Sam Richardson, Dacis has been charged with Murder stemming from a shooting incident at the Starlite Lounge at 243 Hudson Road in St. George on July 14."
Richardson said the Bond hearing time is unknown and the investigation will continue with more arrests likely. Because the investigation is continuing he can not release any further information.
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