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New health exchange launches TuesdayBy Neal P. Goswami
VERMONT PRESS BUREAU | September 29,2013MONTPELIER Vermonts health care exchange is set to launch Tuesday thanks to an influx of $172.6 million in federal funding to help the state meet the requirements laid out in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act signed into law by President Barack Obama in 2010.
While many states have opted to allow the federal government to create the required online marketplace for health insurance, Vermont has embraced the federal requirement and set out to create its own unique version. The Obama administration has rewarded the state handsomely dishing out five separate grants totaling $172,641,000 to complete the work.
Vermont already has the federal money in hand, so its health exchange is not immediately threatened by a weekend move by Republicans in the U.S. House, who are trying to delay the launch of Obamacare, by a year.
The long-term effects of such a move, if successful, on Vermonts health reforms were unclear Saturday.
In the meantime, state officials say the Vermont Health Connect online portal will launch as planned Oct. 1 for individuals and small businesses with fewer than 50 employees, allowing them to begin reviewing and comparing plans offered by the states two insurance carriers Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont and MVP Health Care.
About 100,000 Vermonters are expected to enroll in insurance plans offered on the exchange. In total, 18 different insurance plans will be available. Each carrier is offering different levels of insurance bronze, silver, gold and platinum. Depending on income, Vermonters can receive subsidies and tax credits to help offset the cost of insurance.
Vermont Health Connect is the largest overhaul of health care in Vermonts history, and the cost of implementing it is massive. The entire cost of setting up the exchange is covered entirely by federal grants, however, according to Lindsey Tucker, deputy commissioner of the Department of Vermont Health Access.
Much of the work has been performed by outside contractors. As of the end of June, the state had spent about $24.6 million of the $172.6 million allocated by the federal government in grants, according to Tucker. Significantly more has been spent during the current fiscal quarter and will be reflected when it closes at the end of the month, she said.
The spending, thus far, has largely been on several major contracts of more than $5 million.
The largest contract, with CGI Technologies & Solutions, will total about $91.4 million by the end of 2014, Tucker said. The company is charged with creating the actual online portal where Vermont residents and small businesses will purchase insurance.
They are the ones building the exchange, building Vermont Health Connect, Tucker said.
The platform created by CGI will also serve other health programs in the state. The company is simultaneously working on other IT improvements for the state, which is why some general fund dollars will be spent on the contract with CGI, according to Tucker. A recent amendment to the contract shows about $2.5 million in state funds allocated.
CGI is using software created by Oracle to build the exchange portal. Tucker said the state has a $10.2 million contract with Oracle for software and licensing fees. The contract also includes the assistance of Oracle staff to help create the exchange, Tucker said.
The state has also contracted with several consulting firms. Wakely Consulting Group is receiving $6.1 million for planning and design work. Tucker said the group helped state officials design the insurance plans offered on the exchange, including the co-pay structure and benefits.
The contract also called for assistance in creating the navigator program a statewide team of 250 individuals who are helping small businesses and individuals enroll.
A $3 million contract was awarded to 22nd Century Technologies to provide technical expertise to the state. Tucker said the state did not have staff with the knowledge to build and implement some of the technology needed for the exchange portal.
Desai Management Consulting won a $6 million contract to provide experts in project management and business analyst services. Tucker said the personnel provided by Desai will assist the state only through the completion of the exchange system.
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How does God give what He does not possess?
Quote from: Paul Hazelwood on February 11, 2010, 09:45:40 PMInteresting way to look at it. For instance, I know 2+2 add up to 4, I am not sure I could consider that I have faith that 2+2 adds up to 4. Although perhaps, true faith is just that knowledge. hmmmWhen Thomas had to touch the wounds of Jesus to believe it was Jesus didn't Jesus say something like "how much greater is the faith of those who believe without seeing"For me that links uncertainty to faith.
Interesting way to look at it. For instance, I know 2+2 add up to 4, I am not sure I could consider that I have faith that 2+2 adds up to 4. Although perhaps, true faith is just that knowledge. hmmm
Hb 11:1 . Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.According to this verse, faith deals with substance and evidence.
Quote from: Paul Hazelwood on February 14, 2010, 02:12:22 AMHb 11:1 . Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.According to this verse, faith deals with substance and evidence.But that's not my point Paul.It doesn't say all evidence.Example. If you look into secular records you will find information about a person called Jesus that was crucified.That's evidence. But there is no certainty that the records are flawed. Neither does it prove He was/is the Son of God. Or that He walked on water.My points are:Faith = build on few or lots of evidence of all types.Fact = having all evidence and all knowledge.The verse also mentions "hope". Hope is not a certainty. Many people hope to win the jackpot very few actually do.
I see your point, but if you are uncertain about something, how is that faith?
Howdy All,I asked about 30 people who name the name of Jesus and who basically believe in ET if they believed God had faith in them. 2 out of the 30 said yes. Others replied but with questions and bewilderment. I am anxious to question others because I just can't see any way around the obvious. The obvious being that if God has faith in us and faith moves and removes mountains then what is it in any person that the 'faith' of God can't get rid of? Jesus said even faith as little a mustard seed could do great things, think of what perfect faith can do.I think 'mountains' represent all kinds of 'sin'. I'm sure even the most hardened literalists don't believe that Jesus was referring to literal mountains but I suppose there are some who think so. Maybe those in the landscaping business! ha ha haAlso I think about God having faith in the work of His own hands. I would think He does. He does not lack self esteem. He knows what he is about. Of course this is obvious so the conclusion is that God has perfect faith in all He creates and His faith will remove any mountains of doubt and sin that stands in the way of His perfect love and cast them into the proverbial sea.Then I think about what having faith in another can do. Some people brought a person to Jesus and let him down through a roof and Jesus looked at the, (those who lowered the person) and said to them that because of THEIR faith, the man on the cot is healed. Think of parents who have great faith in their kids.They (the kids) tend to do better in life than those who have no one who puts faith in them. Faith moves mountains indeed.Anyway I thought I would post this to encourage others that in speaking with others about God saving all, this seems to be a good approach as anyone who denies that God has faith in us is walking on thin ice.Any thoughts or ways that this line of thinking is wrong?cp
So who believes God has faith in us?cp
I hear ya and agree Paul. It just gives me such a good feeling to be able to say to myself that God has faith in me. It makes me want to leap for joy and do wild, crazy and insane things for God.
If Faith is the fact that God knows we will one day be all in all with him, then YES I believe he does.However, I don't think people in the thread are so much in doubt as much as questioning if Gods knowledge equals "Faith".
Quote from: claypot on April 18, 2010, 08:40:44 PMSo who believes God has faith in us?cpQuote from: Paul Hazelwood on April 19, 2010, 04:46:17 PMIf Faith is the fact that God knows we will one day be all in all with him, then YES I believe he does.However, I don't think people in the thread are so much in doubt as much as questioning if Gods knowledge equals "Faith".It's not only that God knows we will one day be with Him, it's that this is what God is working out within us. He is doing it. So maybe what I am asking is, does God have faith in the work of His own 'hands'. Of course any sane person will say yes but consider the fantastic implications of this. It is God who works in us to get exactly what He wants.I have a bit of trouble thinking of 'Gods knowledge'. I tend to see true knowledge AS God. So because Perfect Knowledge (God) is doing all the work to have us all be with Him then I suppose God has perfect faith that this work will accomplished exactly as He desires.Make any sense?cp
Great thread. Not much to say that hasn't already been said. For me, what God sees as complete is not the current state of this natural realm, but it's the finished state of all realms. So when he looks "back" to where we currently are, it's encouraging for me to know he "believes" in me. He knows I'm going to make right choices just as much as I'm going to make wrong choices. But when I make the right choices, knowing he believes in me is a great thing, but it doesn't have as much impact in my own faith as it does when I make wrong choices and know he has faith in me regardless. It'd be like looking at your own child and telling them you believe "in" them. Does that mean you think they're going to make perfect decisions? No. It means that when they make the wrong decisions, they will have the ability to learn and grow from those bad choices. I pursue the finished state, but this body of flesh must continue to go through the procession of current state. Strength comes to me when in my current state, God reveals to me the finished state results. When I see the end from where I am, I can then call it out as though it is and walk in that which this realm has not yet seen.
It'd be like looking at your own child and telling them you believe "in" them.
what does "receving the END of your faith, the salvation of your soul" mean? to me, it sounds like at some point, faith will end. ??


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Ninety years is a long time, and so much has changed all over the world. But have the cultural perceptions about science and religion changed since the Scopes Trial in 1925?
American thinking about religion and science before the Civil War was substantially informed by the powerful "concordist" metaphor of God as the "author" of two "books," nature and Scripture, which ultimately must agree.
I am growing in my appreciation for a diversity of ears to hear Scripture and a diversity of cultures to interpret God's call on our lives.
In none of these cases was Newton inserting God into a "gap" into our knowledge that science would someday fill. Rather, his prior belief in God helped him arrive at attitudes and ideas that have unquestionably advanced our understanding of nature.
Historian Peter Harrison argues that harmony between faith and science is not as simple as it seems, and some versions of "harmony" can do damage to the Christian faith.
By getting rid of the miracle stories in the Bible, Bultmann and his followers hoped to make the Christian story more palatable to modern man. Although I recognize the emotional weight of this sentiment, I am not convinced that it is an intellectually coherent approach, mainly for reasons of self-consistency.
Studying the basis of life's design cannot meaningfully be separated from the character of the One responsible for it. By living in relationship with him through whom all things were created and in whom all things have their being, we experience the purpose and meaning with which this universe is infused.
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We now take for granted an understanding of the Christian story that was largely worked out by Paul and later theologians. Even though the Gospels were composed after Paul's letters, they were concerned to tell the story itself in all its strangeness as it had been preserved by the first generation of Christians. And what we find in the stories themselves is the shock and wonder and surprise that the resurrection caused.
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The Stratford soccer teams capped their regular seasons on a high note last Thursday, sweeping crosstown rival Goose Creek.
The Lady Knights won 4-1 while the Stratford boys team won 9-0. It gave the teams momentum heading into the postseason.
The girls, who finished third in the region, were set to travel to Beaufort on Monday, while the boys were to host Summerville. The Knights were second in Region 7 behind Wando, the No. 1 team in the country.
"I thought that Goose Creek started the game more ready to play than us," said Lady Knights coach Peter Heusinger, whose team improved to 5-11. "Despite the score of our first game (a 9-0 Stratford win), they played with a lot of heart and were competitive the whole game. We started out flat and they were very aggressive. I was proud of our girls for being able to turn things around after Goose Creek scored. The girls that came off the bench did a good job of getting the other girls back in the game …
"I think the rivalry between the two schools helps make these games competitive."
Chrisia Class, Essence Buie, Heather Blaszak and Grace Smith scored goals for the Lady Knights.
Maddie Ellison had the lone goal for the Lady Gators.
In the boys game, the Knights scored two goals in the first 10 minutes and coasted to a 9-0 victory. Stratford upped its record to 14-6 overall and finished the region slate 6-2. The Knights also defeated Goose Creek 5-0 earlier in the season.
Luke Wardman and Tristan Ray had two goals apiece to lead the Knights, while Tyler Tekac, Zach Wombwell, Felix Martinez, Logan Wright and Justin Overstreet had one each.
Overstreet and Taylor Riser combined for the shutout in goal.
A night earlier, Stratford defeated Cane Bay 5-0 behind three goals from Tristan Ray. Tekac and Wright also had goals, while Overstreet and Riser combined for the shutout.
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This morning in Breaking Bad Land there seems to be much flat-out confusion about what happened at the end of last night's episode 511.Which is totally understandable. Because much of the crucial action of the back story concerning Jesse's revelation about Walter poisoning Brock takes place off camera at the end of season four. Here's a step by step explanation of what happened in 511, and the Season 4 events leading up to it.
A recap of the confusing action at the end of Episode 511:
At around the 48-minute mark of the episode, we see Jesse is standing on that very creepy corner with the blocks that look like tombstones, waiting for Saul Goodman's vacuum cleaner guy to "disappear" him.
- Jesse is fidgeting, and suddenly begins frantically searching all his pockets.
- He's looking for the bag of weed that Saul had tried, unsuccessfully, to grab from him in Saul's office.
- The weed is missing.
- Jesse finds his cigarettes instead.
- Looking at the cigarette pack and thinking about the missing weed, Jesse has an epiphany.
- Jesse thinks back to the action of Episode 412 and 413 , when he thought that his girlfriend Andrea's young son Brock was poisoned by the Ricin cigarette that Walt had made and gave Jesse to poison Gus Fring.
- Jesse now realizes that he didn't just misplace the weed.
- Jesse figures out that Saul's very large bodyguard, Huell had pickpocketed it from him. Just as he had lifted the pack containing the Ricin cigarette in Season 4. (You can actually see Huell lift the weed from Jesse just before Jesse leaves the office, and Huell says "Excuse me."
- Jesse now realizes that Walter White had actually poisoned Brock, returns to Saul's office, and generally raises hell.
The chunk of backstory you'd need to make this leap of logic can be found in Episode 412 and 413. This off-camera action was discussed at great length's on Breaking Bad discussion groups, but not fully explained within the show itself.
At the 27:00 mark of Episode 412, Jesse comes over to Walt's house and confronts him, accusing him of poisoning Brock. At gunpoint. You can see a bit of that confrontation starting at 2:03 in the video below.
Crucially, Jesse, while pointing a gun at Walt, lays out the complicated scenario.
Walt: "You said it yourself. You had [the Ricin cigarette] this morning. When could I have possibly…?"
Jesse: "You had Saul do it. I went to his office. He called me and just had to see me today. His big Man Mountain body guard patted me down and that's when he must have stole it off of me, right? Was that the plan?"
Yes, that was the plan. Jesse had it perfectly right down to the last detail, but Walt convinces him–and us–that he couldn't have done it. "Jesse," Walt argues. "Why would I poison a child?"
Fast forward to the very end of Episode 413. Walt has already killed Gus. Jesse tells Walt that Brock is going to recover.
Jesse: "They're still saying it wasn't the ricin."
Walt: "What was it?"
Jesse: "They're saying it was a flower called Lily of the Valley."
The very last shot of Episode 413 and indeed the last shot of the season shows the Lily of the Valley Plant in Walter's yard, revealing to us that Walter had, indeed, poisoned Brock
But how exactly did Walt poison Brock?
You can hear Vince Gilligan's somewhat cursory explanation starting at at 30:50 in this Comic-Con panel, with the showrunner joking, "My writers and I would always tell the story to ourselves about the Evil Juice Box Man."
The complete timeline goes something like this:
- Walt is sitting in his yard with the gun, waiting for Gus's men to kill him. He sees the Lily of the Valley plant on the patio. (5:30 into Episode 412)
- Off camera, Walt crushes up some of the poison from the Lily of the Valley plant and injects it into a juice box.
- Also off camera, Walt delivers the juice box to Brock's school. (Having seen Brock the day before at Jesse and Andrea's place.)
- Walt puts the juice box in Brock's lunch. (Again off camera)
- Walt calls Saul, and has Huell lift the pack of cigarettes from Jesse. (More off camera)
- Huell, Saul's bodyguard, lifts the pack with the Ricin cig from Jesse, and replaces it with a clean pack with one cigarette missing. (This can be seen in Episode 412 if you know what you're looking for)
- Walt lies to Jesse about all this in Episode 412 about this and Jesse believes him and is now willing to help him kill Gus.
(For his part, Bryan Cranston hadn't read the Episode 413 script so he, too, believed that Walt was telling the truth, making it easier to give a convincing performance.)
"The way we worked it out, [Walt] had just enough time to do it but it would have been very tricky indeed. It was improbable perhaps, but not impossible," said Gilligan about the missing backstory. "But he was a very motivated individual at that point."
(Reader Andrea Ball reminded me of this scene below from Epside 502. In the aftermath of Brock's near poisoning, Jesse is freaking out, wondering what happened to the ricin cigarette, worrying that someone else will get poisoned with it. Walt comes over to "help Jesse look." But before arriving at Jesse's, Walt makes a dummy ricin capsule out of salt, stashes the real ricin behind the switchplate–where it stays until the flash forward scene in the beginning of episode 509. Walt "finds" the Ricin in the Roomba and helps Jesse dispose of it, easing his mind, while further manipulating him.)
Random Notes:
- What next?
- It was pretty clear that the writers wouldn't find it dramatically satisfying to put Jesse on a bus to Alaska. Which sets up the inevitable climactic confrontation with Walt.
- At the end of 511, we see Jesse splash gasoline all over the White household, but the flash forward in Episode 509 reveals no fire damage to the house.
- Who stops Jesse? The smart money seems to be on Walt, Jr, in a face off between Walt's real son and his surrogate son that reveals to Flynn just what Mom and Dad have been up to this last year.
- Does rampaging Jesse give Hank the actual evidence he needs to go after Walt?
- Let's not forget about Todd and Uncle Jack moving the meth operation from Arizona to New Mexico.
- If you're interested in hearing more about Breaking Bad from the people who made it, check out Kelley Dixon's awesome Breaking Bad Insider Podcast which features showrunner Vince Gilligan as well as writers, producers, and actors.
- Five more episodes, and a lot of action in store.
What's your take? Add your comments about this week's episode and all things Breaking Bad below.
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John Curley has been Burning since the relatively late date of 2004, and in 2008 he spent the better part of a month on the playa, documenting the building and burning of Black Rock City in words and pictures. John is a longtime newspaper person and spent many years at the San Francisco Chronicle, where he was a deputy managing editor in charge of Page One and the news sections of the paper. Since leaving the Chronicle in 2007, he was a contributing editor on Blue Planet Run, a book about the world's water crisis, and for the past two years has been a lecturer at UC Berkeley's Graduate School of Journalism. He has also started an event and editorial photography business, and is also working on a book about the "Ten Dollar Doc" from Arco, Idaho, which will make a lovely film someday.


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Commissioner Larry Rhodes was nominated as chairman of the Ashe County Board of Commissioners during the boards organizational meeting on Monday, Dec. 3.
The former board chair Judy Porter Poe made a motion to nominate Rhodes, and Commissioner William Sands seconded the motion. Rhodes was nominated after a 4-1 vote from the board, with Commissioner Gerald Price dissenting.
Although Poe is no longer the board chair, she was elected as its vice-chair after a 3-2 vote, with commissioners Price and Gary Roark dissenting.
"I never would have dreamed of doing this when I was younger," said Poe about her time as Ashe County's BOC chair. She also said "to be the first female chair in history was something else."
"I'll continue to work for this county because this is my home; this is where my friends and family are" said Poe.
After the meeting, Rhodes expressed his gratitude towards Poe.
"I appreciate the time and work Commissioner Poe has put into the job as chair for the past four years. She has handle the job well and spent many hours in meetings,traveling and research to give the best results possible. As the new vice chair, I will depend upon her to continue to represent Ashe County in many events and keep me informed of her learnings from these meetings," said Rhodes.
Rhodes also said his new position as board chair comes with added responsibilities, which are more demanding on his time.
"I will need to prepare more for each regular meeting and review new items being discussed and placed on the agenda, and items resulting from present situations or upcoming events," said Rhodes after the meeting.
Rhodes also said the boards success would require a "team effort" from the board.
During Mondays meeting, the board also voted to re-instate John Kilby as Ashe County's attorney and Ann Clark as the county's clerk. Both were re-instated with 5-0 votes.
The final order of business for the organizational session was bonding the sheriff, the register of deeds and the tax collector each. The setting of bond and the rules of procedure for the board were both adopted in a 5-0 vote.
Once the organizational session ended, other appointments were also made.
• Deatte Roten was officially appointed as the new register of deeds in a 5-0 vote.
• Elliot Bigman, Jeff Badger and Tom Fowler were appointed to the Airport Advisory Board in a 5-0 vote.
• George Rembert was appointed to the Economic Development Commission in a 5-0 vote.
During the meeting, the board also approved a resolution designating Dec. 3-Dec. 7, as "Industry Appreciation Week.
"Therefore, be it resolved, that the Ashe County Board of Commissioners declared Dec. 3 through Dec. 7, 2012, as industry appreciation week in recognition of the many contributions of local industry to the Ashe County economy and to the community at large," read the resolution.
The final order of business for Mondays meeting was selecting a voting delegate for the Legislative Goals Conference. The board selected Poe.


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Work and a busy schedule can leave you craving some fun and relaxation. A rejuvenating quick Caribbean cruise break not only gets you away from it all but returns you to your life inspired, refreshed and feeling ready to be more productive than ever.
East of Central America is the Caribbean Sea and the vast array of islands that make up the Caribbean region. Some of these are island nations such as Jamaica or a nation comprised of several islands such as the Bahamas.
The Caribbean is a great choice for a quick getaway as it not only offers an exotic holiday close to mainland USA but the number of islands in a relatively small area means a fun and varied Caribbean vacation is possible within a short time frame and without a lot of travel time between destinations. Ports of call are not far from each other so traveling between them will take a few hours at most. This means that you spend most of your Caribbean vacation at the destinations rather than at sea.
Another advantage to choosing a Caribbean cruise is the variety among the islands. From night life, authentic Caribbean cuisine, sports, places of historical interest and friendly, vibrant local communities the full range of relaxing and exciting holiday activities can be found in the shortest Caribbean tour. Cruises can range from six to fifteen days and the peak season for weather is June, July and the first half of August. This period has little strong wind. Winds are at their strongest from mid August until October.
Most inhabitants of the Caribbean islands speak English (with differing dialects) which is an additional advantage to US travelers. Different currencies are used throughout the Caribbean but many of these are linked to the US Dollar and often have a fixed exchange rate. This offers the advantage of avoiding exchange rates which leave you paying out more than you bargained for.
A Caribbean cruise presents the opportunity for many unique activities such as scuba diving and snorkeling for both beginners and experts. Impressive coral reefs and ghostly ship wrecks give the Caribbean its reputation as one of the best places to dive in the world. Various locations offer the chance to swim with stingray, dolphins and even sharks. If the idea of an underwater adventure appeals to you then you might consider a ride in a Scenic Underwater Bubble submarine which works a bit like an underwater moped and does not require familiarity with diving equipment and procedures.
Hiking in the Caribbean takes you through some of the most beautiful landscapes imaginable. Wildlife fanatics can head to nature reserves to try and glimpse creatures such as the green tail monkey or Caribbean fruit bat. It is possible to go on Jeep tours of plantations and tropical areas.
Golfers will be spoiled for choice with a range of challenging and unusual courses. Sailing enthusiasts can hire boats and either enjoy the waters or visit nearby islands. With the white sandy beaches and crystal clear water there may never have been a better place to indulge in some surf.
The Caribbean is a paradise for the active traveler as well as those who like to sit and appreciate the sunset as they enjoy a beach barbecue buffet and a rum cocktail. With so many options within easy reach on a Caribbean cruise there's no reason not to have and do it all.
A hop, skip and jump away from the United States, the Caribbean is just the place you want to go for a getaway in the midst of calm seas and some fantastic adventure in a cultural hotspot.
A Caribbean cruise is much more than sun, sand and surf. And the proximity of islands allow you to sample the regional flavor and local adventures, that have earned many an island a sobriquet.
Carnivals, pageants, Calypso music, casinos, shopping and cricket, the Caribbean vacation experience has plenty for all. Walk around its many historic sites, and explore pirate and plantation legacies. Visit volcano sites and take treks through densely forested mountain areas amidst mangrove swamps. Sail by privately owned islands, and see firsthand the hideaways of the rich and famous. Sample tropical concoctions at plantations and a myriad of flavors in Caribbean cuisine.
For sporty adventures, sailing, paragliding and kayaking are activities for you. The steep walls of coral reefs, underground caves and calm waters, offer you some of the most exciting sites for diving and snorkeling.
Re-trace the course of Christopher Columbus, as he discovered them in late 15th century.
Leeward Lesser Antilles
The Lesser Antilles, a chain of 15 volcanic islands, sports active volcanoes and geo-thermal activity. Bordered by the Puerto Rican Trench to the north-west with depths of 9200 ft, these islands offers some of the most excellent diving sites, like those at Montserrat and Barbuda.
At Barbuda, go rock climbing and take trails, sail or go paragliding. Explore its 17 miles of pink-shell beaches and the Codrington Lagoon, nesting site of the endangered Frigate birds. And you cannot miss Nelson\'s Dockyard National Park at Antigua, a restored naval dockyard set amidst a mangrove park and home to the African cattle egrets.
U.S. Virgin Islands
The highlights of St Thomas are shore excursions to the Magens Bay, Fort Christian and the famous Blackbeard\'s Castle. The Buck Island Reef National Monument is a less known but a sheer haven for even amateur snorkeling and scuba diving. The spectacular coral reefs and endangered turtles are unforgettable marine encounters that you can experience as a family.
St. Croix Salt River Bay National Historic Park has endangered animal species you will not see elsewhere. Part of the park, the underwater canyon, is a huge draw for divers.
British Virgin Islands
You will know the moment you enter British territory of the 600 British Virgin Islands. The reason? It is as though nature has hit overdrive. Most islands, even those that are mere specks on the map, are magnificent. All this is much at odds with their quaint names, like Dead Chest, Necker and Moskito! These islands are also associated with colorful pirate stories of the British Pirate Blackbeard and other famous legends, just asking to be explored.
Sage Mountain National Park at Tortola offers two trails that take you up the 1700 feet high mountain. While trekking the Devil\'s Bay at Virgin Gorda is a popular activity, Anegada has some fantastic trails to the saltwater ponds in mangrove forests, where you come across some exotic bird species. Norman Island, the inspiration for the R.L. Stevenson\'s \"Treasure Island\" will excite you with its many coves, reef and caves along The Bright. Tobago islands are protected areas with a \'no anchor policy\'. But the cliffs plunging a 160 feet deep into the sea offer some great diving opportunities.
Windward Islands
The Windward Islands, are so named as they are on the windier and wetter side of the Lesser Antilles.
St. Lucia has two famous sites. The two Pitons, natural volcanic formations, and the Pigeon Island National Park, home to the red-necked pigeon. St Vincent's drive-in volcano to the Soufriere sulphur springs site, 4000 ft above sea level, is a one-of-its-kind stinky experience!
\"The Island of Spices\", Grenada, takes you on a memorable trail through a lake, mangrove swamps, and a bird sanctuary to sight tropical parrots at its Levera National Park. Grand Etang Park with the Grand Etang Lake, is however more popular amongst naturalists, for the rare orchids, giant gommiers and mahoganies with some exciting fauna.
Tobago Cays, Trinidad and Barbados, are popular stopovers offering plenty of activities. The long colonial history has earned Barbados the name \"Little England". Dominica's dense forested mountains, rare flora and fauna, and a World Heritage Site, is a boiling lake of grayish-blue water, make it truly the \"Nature Isle of the Caribbean".
French West Indies
Explore the amazing gray-black beaches of Martinique, delight in its old-world charm and splendid Creole and French cuisine. Surf at Tartane and trek through forested mountains to view Mont Pelee. And do not miss sampling Guadeloupe\'s rich musical heritage.
Although often grouped together in the minds of outsiders, the Caribbean islands of Trinidad, Tobago and Barbados form two nations: Barbados is politically separate from the other two. The islands are located in the Lesser Antilles group in the north western Atlantic Ocean. Trinidad & Tobago lie just off the coast of Venezuela and to the south of the island of Grenada, while Barbados is situated some 200 miles (320 km) further north. The three islands share a similar climate, history and culture and are often visited together on a Caribbean cruise.
All three islands, and the lesser islands of the nation of Trinidad & Tobago, were created by forceful contact between the South American and Caribbean geological plates, assisted by a volcanic eruption. Coral deposits 300 feet (90 meters) thick have been laid on what is now Barbados. The islands were first inhabited by successive waves of Amerindian tribes – the Saladoid-Barrancoids, the Arawaks and the Caribs - beginning at least 7,000 years ago according to archaeological evidence. The warlike Caribs ousted their farming and fishing oriented predecessors in Barbados, but they in their turn were removed by enslavement and European diseases after the arrival of Spaniards in the Caribbean at the end of the 15th century. Some indigenous people remain in Trinidad & Tobago.
Tourism, and offshore finance attracted by the low tax regime, have replaced sugar cane as the main players in the economy of Barbados, but the importance of sugar cane is still emphasized in the annual Crop Over carnival held in July and early August. The ethnic origin of the population is predominantly African. The Grammy-winning musician Rihanna one of the island nation's most famous current citizens.
Trinidad & Tobago is the leading Caribbean producer of oil and gas, and its economy is mainly industrial, including petrochemicals, steel, aluminum and plastics, as well as manufactured goods. It is also a regional financial center. The tourism sector is growing, but is less important than in many other Caribbean islands. South Asian and African origin ethnic groups of approximately equal size account for about 80% of the population. The music forms steelpan, calypso and soca, as well as limbo dancing, originated in Trinidad & Tobago, and it also claims to be the birthplace of the Caribbean and South American carnival tradition.
Cricket is the primary national sport of both nations, and they provide players for the regional West Indies international team. Barbados produced renowned payers Sir Garfield Sobers and Frank Worrell, while Trinidad & Tobago was the birthplace of Brian Lara.
Tourists in Barbados can enjoy national delicacies like cou cou (a blend of cornmeal and okra with the local spicy bajan seasoning) and steamed or fried flying fish. Other fish, such as mahi mahi and blue marlin, feature in a typical menu, and are often accompanied by macaroni cheese pie. Black-eyed peas and rice and candied sweet potatoes are also popular.
The citizens of Trinidad & Tobago also enjoy their fish and macaroni cheese pie, but their cuisine shows a strong Asian influence too. Curries of chicken, duck and seafood are regularly served with the flat bread known as roti and spicy sauces. African-inspired dishes include the creamy and spicy callaloo, made with local dasheen leaves, okra and coconut milk.
Barbados measures 21 miles (34 km) long and up to 14 miles (23 km) wide in the south, with an area of 166 square miles (430 square km). Trinidad is much larger, and Trinidad & Tobago together total 1,980 square miles (5130 square km), with Trinidad representing more than 90% of the area.
Barbados, the most easterly island in the Lesser Antilles, is relatively flat. Its highest mountain is the 1,120 feet (340 meters) high Mount Hillaby. The capital and main population center is Bridgetown, and the island's population is estimated to be about 287,000. Coral reefs surround much of the island, and there are many limestone caves in the north east as well as limestone stacks on the east coast.
Trinidad lies less than seven miles (11 km) off the coast of Venezuela. It boasts much higher mountains than Barbados, having its highest point of 3,084feet (940 meters) in the north, at El Cerro del Aripo. The nation's capital is Port of Spain in Trinidad, while Tobago's largest town is Scarborough. Trinidad & Tobago's population stands at just over 1.2 million.
Barbados was visited by both the Spanish and Portuguese, but claimed as a colony by Britain in 1625. Trinidad, as well as Tobago and other smaller islands, became part of the Spanish empire. Large numbers of English settlers arrived in Barbados in the 17th century to farm tobacco and cotton. The introduction of sugar cultivation from the middle of the century led to the importation of thousands of slaves from Africa to work in the plantations. Large-scale agriculture developed more slowly in Trinidad, boosted by the arrival of French-speaking sugar planters from the island of Martinique during the Napoleonic Wars, during which era Trinidad also became a colony of the British crown. Slavery was abolished in the British Empire in 1834, and in the second half of the 19th century large numbers of Indians arrived in Trinidad to work on the sugar plantations, together with a smaller number of Chinese immigrants. Both Barbados and Trinidad & Tobago gained full independence from Britain in the 1960s, following the failure of the proposed West Indies Federation.
After achieving independence from Britain in 1966 Barbados became a parliamentary democracy using the British Westminster system as a model. The reigning British monarch remains as its head of state, represented by a local Governor General, and the country is a member of the British-led Commonwealth of Nations. The Democratic Labour Party and the Barbados Labour Party are the dominant players in the two-party political system.
Trinidad & Tobago also has a Westminster-based two-party system, led by the People's National Movement and the United National Congress, but it is a republic with a president (elected by both houses of parliament) as head of state, advised by a prime minister. As in the British system, the prime minister is the leader of the party holding most parliamentary seats after a general election.
For some years Barbados was involved in dispute with Trinidad & Tobago about maritime boundaries, but this was resolved in 2006. The two countries have recently agreed to the construction of an undersea pipeline to deliver natural gas from Trinidad and Tobago to Barbados.
Barbados and Trinidad & Tobago are two small neighboring nations with a shared history and climate and many points in common in culture and cuisine. Though they differ in their political systems they are both members of Caribbean trading and economic zones, and their futures is likely to be one of mutual co-operation and collaboration.
The best time to visit on a Caribbean cruise is during the first half of the year. Both nations enjoy a tropical climate, largely free of major hurricanes, divided into two seasons. The dry season occupies the first half of the calendar year, while the wet season dominates the second half. Annual rainfall can vary from 45 to 90 inches (1.1 meters to 2.2 meters), while temperatures range from 70°F to 88°F (21°C to 31°C) in the dry season to 73°F to 88 °F (23°C to 31°C) in the wet season. Easterly winds serve to moderate the effects of heat and humidity.
Species that make these Caribbean islands their home include the mongoose, the red-footed tortoise, the leatherback and hawksbill turtles, the whistling frog and various types of bat, lizard and toad. Imported species who have flourished in Barbados include the European hare and the West African green monkey, mostly found in woodland areas where natural vegetation still exists. The monkeys' fur is brownish-gray in color, with specks of yellow and green that can sometimes make them appear to be predominantly green, hence their name.
The islands of Trinidad & Tobago in particular abound in colorful bird life, notably the scarlet ibis, the flamingo and the hummingbird.


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ITEM#: 11043791With an intricate design and amazing detail, this sterling silver ring by Tressa Collection features a band with a uniquely etched metal design that showcases a lovely round-cut CZ gemstone. This exquisite bridal jewelry is beautifully crafted with brilliant shine for a stunning vintage inspired engagement ring.
Pop the question in style with this Tressa Collection sterling-silver Art Deco bridal engagement ring. The band features shimmering silver construction with a high-polish finish for a dazzling effect. The cubic zirconia stone boasts a contemporary round shape displayed within a delicate square-shaped prong setting for a unique vintage-inspired appearance.
- Gemstone colors: White
- Gemstone shapes: Round
- One prong-set round-cut cubic zirconia measures 4.5 mm
- Six prong-set round-cut cubic zirconia each measure 2.2 mm
- Metal: Sterling silver
- Finish: High polish
- Metal weight: 3.4 grams
- Ring setting dimensions: 14.4 mm wide x 9.3 mm long
- Band dimensions: 2.4 mm wide
All carat weights and measurements are approximate and may vary slightly from the listed dimensions. Treatment code CR (cubic zirconia). See Gemstone Treatments for further information.
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|Sterling Silver
|Cubic Zirconia
|Ring Style
|Anniversary Engagement Fashion Pave Vintage
|Diamond Cut
|Pearl Type
|Gemstone Color
|Multi Silver White
|Stone Shape
|Band Width
|2-3 mm
|Diamond Grade
|Jewelry Setting
|Metal Color
|Black White
|10 mm H x 12.6 mm W x 5.8 mm T
|Sterling silver, cubic zirconia
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Growing on me
The picture of this ring gives it a darker richer white gold color. It actually is very light toy-ish looking. I had read another review that stated the same.... However with wear it does get a better patina. That being said. I do like it very much. CZ size perfect for a more realistic looking diamond and fit was perfectRead More
Nice ring
I have had this ring for a couple of years. wore it everyday and never had any problems with it. It's a nice looking ring. I wore it in a pool and that tarnished it really bad. I forgot to take it off.. the tarnish was my fault not the fault of the ring.Read More
Vintage Ring
This ring is GREAT.......totally believable and truly looks like an antique!!! I would recommend this to anyone!!!Read More
CZ no way!
This ring never lost it's shine and luster. Absolutely loved the Vintage design and received tons of compliments on it.Read More
Received many compliments
This is a very pretty ring -- it looks like an antique when worn. You can tell it's not real by the "tinny" sound it makes, but I'm so hard on jewelry, that it's not worth it for me to have the real mccoy. I'm happy with this purchase.Read More
Vantage looking sparkler!!!
This ring is perfect. It is dainty and the detail really shines. I have shorter fingers and it's the prefect ring if you have smaller hands. Shipping was fast! Sizing is pretty good, maybe runs a quarter size big. I normally wear a 7 and it's a tad bit looser than the other rings I've ordered. The stone is totally real looking, big enough to be noticeable in the ring but not large enough to look fake. I honestly can not believe how beautiful this ring is. I'm wearing it as a stand in for an engagement ring until we have the money, but wanted something believable. Looks like an antique...order it if you're looking at it. I'm happy I did.Read More
I was slightly skeptical after reading the reviews. It was either a 5 or a 1 for various reasons, but I took a chance and I couldn't be happier! The sparkle is wonderful, the sterling silver bright and perfect and the size was spot on. The photo really doesn't do the ring justice at all and the concerns some people had about the weight of the sterling silver doesn't seem to be a problem for me at all as it has a nice weight to it. A wonderful fashion ring and I love the little vintage touch it adds to my wardrobe!Read More
Great ring
I love this ring. It is comfortable, an eyecatcher, and very believable. I would recommend it to anyone.Read More
Make your friends jealous!
It doesn't matter what this ring is made of --it is beautiful. It has a sophisticated vintage charm that works well for every day sparkle or out on the town bling. The ring fits comfortably on my finger and fits true to size. The detailed gallery and understated bezel setting enhance the "real" factor. No one knows it isn't a diamond set in white gold and I don't disabuse them of the notion. The ring was at my house in two days and I have been wearing it ever since. This is my second ring purchase from overstock. I love shopping with overstock because I can always find small beautiful rings in my size (5). This ring is WELL worth the money...I spend more on coffee in a week.Read More
Good Value
I am a Vintage Jewelry fan, and this ring really looks like an Antique.Read More
Questions & Answers
For the beauty of it, classic
Its elegant and looks like a heirloom
like the way it looked
love the style and need a ring that looks authentic yet is ok if something happens to it based on the value.
Because my cousin ordered it and loved it. She ordered the one I bought from you so we pretty much enable each other - a lot!
Just because
Wanted a vintage-style ring that I could afford. It's my birthday gift to myself!
pretty ring for the price.
I live the vintage look
This looks like my grandmother's engagement ring from the early 20th century. I like filigree styles.
I was looking for an antique type diamond ring so I decided to give this a try. Will advise upon receipt if I'm happy.
It reminds me of my mother's engagement ring.
Like the style
It is a gift and I have one I dearly love. I have been wearing it for three years.
Good reviews. Looks vey expensive
I like vintage jewlery and this ring is beautiful
Like vintage
I just like the way it looks.
I wanted an 8.5 sized ring and liked the way this looked.
I ordered black plated ring and was very disappointed that then center diamond was white and not black like the picture shown. Will be returning for refund.
this picture shows clear center diamond not black
Does this ring come with the matching band?
Hello kawagner88, thanks for your inquiry. Unfortunately there is not a matching band with this ring. Thanks for shopping with us.
unfortunately no, but if it did I would buy it :)
I bought this to remind me of my grandmother's ring, and this is even more beautiful. I didn't see a matching band available.
How do i get the black plated vintage ring??
Hello Harley269123, we are currently out of stock in the black plated ring. Items are restocked as they become available; however we cannot guarantee an item will be restocked. Thank you for shopping with us. A.S.
Is this RING stamped with .925? if not then its not really sterling silver.....please advise if it is stamped thanks!
Hi, I have had this ring for a couple years and I can't find anywhere that it is marked with .925 on it. I will say that it was initially too shiny when I first got it---but now it has a patina similar to an antique platinum ring---if you know what that looks like. I love how "flat" it is & how it doesn't ever catch on anything. I wear it anytime I don't want to wear my real ring and still have a wedding ring on. I wash dishes etc. and it has never tarnished or un-plated. I am very pleased with the quality for the dollars spent on it. (I hope this helps you even though I don't see the.925 mark on it.)
I've had this ring for a couple of years, also and just love it. Whether it's real silver or just silver-plated, I'm not sure, but like the other reviewer, I seldom take mine off and it's never turned my finger green or anything. I've received so many compliments on this ring.
I have only worn this ring for a month but I have had zero problems with it. The finish is pretty bright, granted, but if it were only silver plated it would have tarnished on me by now. I don't know what it is but I can't wear anything "plated", no matter what the sellers claim about it (believe me, I've tried them all). I can't even use metal knitting needles and have to use platinum cross stitch needles because I manage to tarnish them within hours. Stamped or not, I believe it is sterling silver.
Yes it is. It is located inside the band. Not that hard to see.
Mine is marked very faintly in very fine letters S925.
I have had this ring for a year and it must be sterling because I have never had to clean the metal. It has held up beautifully!
Both my rings are stamped very clearly 925
Yes, it is .925. I've gotten lots of compliments on it and I never let on it's not real.
Hi, I just recently bought this ring and just now looked inside and yes mine is stamped S925 so it is sterling silver. I love this ring. It is beautiful and delicate looking. I hope this helps.
I bought this ring about 2 years ago and let my granddaughter have it. She has worn it ever since and it still looks like the day it arrived. I just ordered one for myself...waiting on it now.
My ring is stamped 925 - although it is really hard to see. I'ave had this ring almost 2 years and have received many compliments. Everyone thinks it is a real antique!
I just received this ring today, and it is stamped with S925. It's a beautiful piece.
What is the size of the main stone? One review says about 1/2 carat. It seems larger??
The center stone on this ring is 5 millimeters wide. Cubic zirconia stones are not measured in carats.
I have this ring, and I thin 1/2 carat would seem fairly accurate.
Half carat sounds about right. It is not 'in your face' big, but big enough.
I think it's certainly no more than half a carat. It doesn't seem flashy.
half carat
The main stone regardless of what the size says is in perfect proportion with the rest of the ring. Not to large.
The stone probably looks larger in the photo, anyway, or because of the outer square in which it's set and the filigree edging around the square. Unless you have super dainty, small fingers, the size is just perfect. I've had the ring for a couple of years and have received many compliments on it. People think it is an heirloom.
My wife expressed that she really likes this ring. Unfortunately she wears a 7 1/2 ring size. How are the rings sizing on this ring?
Sterling can be sized. Buy an eight as it is easier to remove than add. A jeweler will charge about 20.00 to size the ring, Your other option would be to take a chance and try the size 7. The reviews seem to indicate it runs about a quarter size large
I wear a 7 and a half. I got the 8. It's quite big.
The sizing is precise in my opinion.
My wedding band is a 7 1/2 but I bought this ring for my right hand in a size 7 and it fits great.
Is this .925 sterling silver?
Yes, it is .925 sterling silver.
Are there smaller stones on either side of the center stone?
Yes, there are smaller stones on the sides of the center stone.
Does this ring come in a box?
Yes, it is shipped in a box.
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BOONE COUNTY, W.Va. — Last week, all across Boone County the sounds of chainsaws and generators could be heard, as power companies and local residents attempted to recover from one of the worst storms in recent memory.
Although power has been restored to most in Boone County, a large amount of Boone County residents went without power for most of last week in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.
At one point the number of Boone County customers without power was 10,489 of 12,938, or 81.1 percent of all customers in the county. Some parts of the county still had downed power lines and power was being kept on by power company generators.
Shelters opened in Boone County, including the Fountain of Life Church in Rock Creek; Racine Fire Department; Morrisvale Community Center; Orgas Community Center; and the Madison Memorial Building for those without heat and Boone Memorial Hospital had a disaster plan in place to also assist county residents.
Meanwhile, Senators Jay Rockefeller and Joe Manchin, along with Congressman Nick Rahall, urged the President to approve Governor Earl Ray Tomblin's request that federal disaster assistance be made available to help West Virginia recover from this week's storm.
Last week, the governor declared a state of emergency for the entire state and President Barack Obama declared a federal state of emergency in West Virginia, which authorized FEMA to provide emergency protective measures for all counties in West Virginia.
Rockefeller, Manchin and Rahall agreed with the Governor's request for additional measures, which include an expedited Major Disaster Declaration. The request is for Individual Assistance for six counties (Fayette, Nicholas, Preston, Randolph, Tucker, and Webster); and Public Assistance for 21 counties (Barbour, Boone, Braxton, Clay, Fayette, Grant, Greenbrier, Kanawha, Lewis, Nicholas, Pendleton, Pocahontas, Preston, Raleigh, Randolph, Summers, Taylor, Tucker, Upshur, Webster, and Wyoming.)
"The devastation in some areas of our state is extraordinary," Rockefeller said. "And while I'm very pleased the President acted quickly in including West Virginia in the emergency disaster declaration, we need more help beyond clearing roads. That's why this Major Disaster Declaration is so important. Thousands of West Virginians were impacted by this storm, and I'm fighting to make sure every possible federal resource is available in the days and weeks ahead."
"Incredibly, this is our state's fourth disaster request this year. This brutal year has taken a significant economic toll on our families and businesses, not to mention the emotional distress and heartbreak so many have endured," said Rahall, top Democrat on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee which holds jurisdiction over FEMA. "Having toured several counties and spoken with multiple state and local officials about the critical and urgent need for assistance in clearing our roads and restoring electrical power and communications, I will continue to work with the rest of the Congressional Delegation and push hard to expedite our State's disaster assistance request."
Gov. Tomblin, Senator Manchin and Congressman Rahall stopped by the Boone County Operations Center last week to speak with local emergency management officials and residents, and also continued to access damages. The men updated the county on what they and others were doing to help the county and state recover from the storm.
"We're making progress, but I understand when it's your power that's off or your road that's closed, it can be very frustrating. I ask for your continued patience as local, state, and federal agencies—as well as utility crews—continue to work around the clock to get utilities restored and roads open," Tomblin said.
"As I've toured some of the hardest-hit areas of our state with Governor Tomblin, Congressman Rahall and the National Guard, it's clear that we need additional federal aid to fully recover from this major disaster," Senator Manchin said. "We're still trying to reach some mountain areas that have been inaccessible because of the heavy snowfall, and tens of thousands of West Virginians are still without power. Our message is: Help is on the way. I fully support this request for a Major Disaster Declaration, and I will work with the rest of our Congressional delegation and the Administration to make sure that this request is expedited."
Manchin also met with federal officials on Saturday.
"I truly thank my friend Janet Napolitano for everything she and this administration have done to make sure that the people of West Virginia get the help we need to recover from this storm. She has worked hard to make sure that we've received anything we've asked for: more than a million liters of water, more than a million MREs, chainsaw crews and generators," Senator Manchin added. "This is the kind of storm that will take months, not days to recover from, and I appreciate the opportunity to brief the Secretary on the damage and our needs in the future. After traveling around the state for the past several days, I've seen the devastation firsthand, but I've also seen the determination and resilience from our first responders – as well as the families whose lives were changed because of this storm. I know that West Virginia will come back stronger from this storm by working together, like we always do."
"Two days ago, I toured Fayette, Nicholas and Raleigh Counties and witnessed firsthand the response and recovery operations deployed to help our citizens. We continue to have extreme and urgent situations with pressing need for speedy action," said Rahall. "This brutal year has taken a significant economic toll on our families and businesses, not to mention the emotional distress and heartbreak so many have endured. I have spoken with multiple state, county and local officials and I will continue to push hard at the Federal level to expedite our State's disaster assistance request to help everyone who is struggling in this aftermath get their lives back to normal as quickly as possible."
Boone County residents also reported loss of cell phone service, landline telephone service, cable television services and home Internet services.
It could be weeks before the state fully recovers from the storm.
AccuWeather.com reports Hurricane Sandy may turn out to be the most expensive storm to hit the U.S. — causing damage to 15 states and power outages to over 8 million people — yet the National Hurricane Center did not issue hurricane warnings north of North Carolina.
Meanwhile, The United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) announced that it is donating $10,000 to help the victims of Hurricane Sandy.
A $5,000 donation is going to the American Red Cross for disaster relief in the devastated communities along the Atlantic coast that took a direct hit from Sandy, and another $5,000 donation was made to the Mountaineer Food Bank to help that organization provide assistance to local food banks in particularly hard-hit areas of West Virginia.
"The images of devastation all across the eastern United States are heartbreaking," said UMWA International President Cecil E. Roberts. "Millions of people have lost everything they have. Millions more remain without power.
"Our brother and sister first-responders-police, firefighters, EMTs and other state and municipal workers-are giving of themselves night and day, often when their own homes are destroyed and their own families are displaced," Roberts said. "Even though our membership is far removed from the Atlantic coast, we wanted to do something to help.
"The overwhelming snowfall in the mountains of West Virginia caused severe and lasting power outages for tens of thousands closer to the coalfields, including many of our own members," Roberts said. "For those who can't get to work, or are retired on fixed incomes and who have lost all their perishable food, local food banks are a critical lifeline. The Mountaineer Food Bank helps to supply food and other goods to these local food banks.
"In addition to these direct donations, we are encouraging our members to donate as well," Roberts said. "Whether it be a financial donation, a blood donation or an in-kind donation, our fellow citizens need help now, and I urge everyone to take a few moments to do their part. Someday, it may be your turn to need this kind of help."


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(Catheter Angiography; Arteriography; Angiogram)
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Reasons for Procedure
- Help doctors identify narrowed, enlarged, and blocked blood vessels
- Determine if there is blood leaking out of the vessels and into other parts of your body
Possible Complications
- Allergic reaction to the chemical used
- Abnormal heart beats, called arrhythmias
- Bleeding at point of catheter insertion
- Damage to blood vessels, which can cause damage to organs and tissue
- Kidney damage from contrast material
- Infection
- Stroke
- Allergies, especially to x-ray dye, iodine, medications, or certain foods, including shellfish
- Kidney problems
- Diabetes
- Bleeding disorder
What to Expect
Prior to Procedure
- Ask about your medical history
- Perform a physical exam
- Do blood tests
- Recommend stopping certain medications
Description of the Procedure
How Long Will It Take?
How Much Will It Hurt?
- Brief sting when local anesthesia is injected
- Pressure when catheter is inserted
- Hot and flushed sensation when contrast material is injected
Post-procedure Care
- You will need to lie flat for a period of time. The length of time depends on your overall health and the reason for the exam.
- You may need to have pressure applied to the entry site to control bleeding.
- Tell the nurse if you notice any swelling, bleeding, black and blue marks, or pain where the catheter was inserted.
- You will be encouraged to drink a lot of fluids to flush the contrast material from your system.
- You may be allowed to leave the hospital after this recovery period. The length of your stay will depend on your other medical problems.
Call Your Doctor
- Signs of infection, including fever and chills
- Redness, swelling, increasing pain, excessive bleeding, or any discharge from the catheter site
- Extreme sweating, nausea, or vomiting
- Extreme pain, including chest pain
- Leg or arm feels cold, turns white or blue, or becomes numb or tingly
- Difficulty breathing
- Any problems with your speech or vision
- Facial weakness
American Heart Association http://www.heart.org
Radiology Info—Radiological Society of North America http://www.radiologyinfo.org
The College of Family Physicians of Canada http://www.cfpc.ca
Health Canada http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca
Angiogram. VascularWeb website. Available at: http://www.vascularweb.org/vascularhealth/Pages/angiogram.aspx. Updated January 2011. Accessed March 12, 2015.
Angiogram (arteriogram). California Pacific Medical Center website. Available at: http://www.cpmc.org/learning/documents/ir-angioarterio-ws.pdf. Updated October 2013. Accessed March 12, 2015.
Catheter angiography. Radiological Society of North American Radiology Info website. Available at: http://www.radiologyinfo.org/en/info.cfm?pg=angiocath. Updated February 12, 2014. Accessed March 12, 2015.
What is coronary angiography. National Heart Lung and Blood Institute website. Available at: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/health-topics/topics/ca. Updated March 2, 2012. Accessed March 12, 2015.
Revision Information
- Reviewer: Michael J. Fucci, DO
- Review Date: 03/2014 -
- Update Date: 05/02/2014 -
This content is reviewed regularly and is updated when new and relevant evidence is made available. This information is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with questions regarding a medical condition.
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PRESTONSBURG — Sam Howell remains the qualified winner of the Martin mayor's race, following a recount of the election's tallies Tuesday in the Floyd Circuit Court.
Both Howell and former Mayor Thomasine Robinson were in court Tuesday with their attorneys, as a recount of the November election proceeded. A recanvass of the votes was performed one week after the election, at which time Robinson picked up two more absentee votes that had gone uncounted.
On Tuesday, the voting machines for the two precincts were brought into court, and their respective tallies run again. Both John Possum and Martin city precinct voting machines printed the same results as on Election Day.
Copies of the absentee ballots were presented to the court by representatives with the state Attorney General's Office because the originals are currently being reviewed as part of an ongoing criminal investigation by the Attorney General and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
The final results of the election following both the recanvass and the recount is now 161 votes for Sam Howell, and 158 votes for Thomasine Robinson.
From here, the issue of the election becomes a strictly legal affair, as Robinson has filed a lawsuit claiming that there were several irregularities in regard to the race, including improper assistance, voter intimidation and a failure on the part of election officials to respond to voter challenges. Robinson claims that at least 19 people who were not residents of the city voted in the race.
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