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OKC Central Chat transcript, Feb. 1, 2013
The Oklahoman's Steve Lackmeyer took questions from readers in today's OKC Central Live Chat. You can join Steve's Q&A's on Fridays at 10 a.m. and submit your questions about the happenings in and around downtown Oklahoma City. Below is an unedited transcript of the chat.
10:01 a.m. Good morning.
10:01 a.m. Let's get started, shall we?
10:01 a.m. Steve--i'm guessing you might have already been asked this a few dozen times, but does Aubrey McClendon's departure from Chesapeake cast any dark shadow on the strength of CBD resurgence and development?
10:05 a.m. Good question. While Chesapeake Energy's expansion has taken place north of downtown, the company has indirectly played a significant role in the inflow of companies moving into the central business district. I can count at least a dozen companies that moved downtown from the suburbs after their previous locations were bought out by Chesapeake. One of those companies was Cardinal Engineering, led by Steve Mason. And it was Steve Mason who then revitalized a blighted Ninth Street and 1000 block of N Broadway into very vibrant urban retail and restaurant corridors.
The pattern of Chesapeake's growth, development of the surrounding neighborhood, was very much Aubrey McClendon's vision.
Downtown office space, however, is the most vibrant it's been in 40 years and it's difficult to see any immediate impact from McClendon's departure at Chesapeake.
The pattern of Chesapeake's growth, development of the surrounding neighborhood, was very much Aubrey McClendon's vision.
Downtown office space, however, is the most vibrant it's been in 40 years and it's difficult to see any immediate impact from McClendon's departure at Chesapeake.
10:05 a.m. When are we likely to see renderings for some of the hotels/apartments proposed for the east end of Bricktown?
10:08 a.m. Developers Gary Brooks and Andy Burnett are working with site layouts for their east Bricktown housing and hotel, but at this point their attention is on clearing the old Stewart Metal Fabricators site, removing contamination from the soil and relocating underground utilities. This is not an easy site to work with, and the developers have cautioned repeatedly this won't be a fast turn-around. Construction won't begin for at least another year.
10:08 a.m. It looks like they have started taking down the awnings on the Arcade Building. Any idea what is planned for it?
10:11 a.m. I noticed that too. The building is owned by R.D. and Scott Smith, who have pretty much shied away from doing interviews with reporters. They submitted renovation plans last year to the Downtown Design Review Committee.
10:12 a.m.
10:12 a.m. It seems like the Tower theatre completion is the last large piece of the puzzle to really bring Uptown back to greatness. What are some of the smaller projects going happening on 23rd that could transform it?
10:14 a.m. Development is taking place on all sides of the Tower Theater. Don't be surprised if a deal emerges soon for the former KFC building. Development of The Rise, which will completely transform the old hotel/motel furniture liquidators building, also is set to begin soon.
10:14 a.m. Since the condos/townhomes on the NE corner of NW 7th and Classen are individually owned, is there any chance we will ever see the outside of them updated?
10:15 a.m. I'm hearing that renovations are about to take place at Classen Glenn, but I don't have any specific details.
10:15 a.m. any word on what is happening over by bass pro shops where the highway once was?
10:16 a.m. I'm not aware of any activity by Bass Pro other than work starting up on the new downtown boulevard which will replace the old I-40 alignment.
10:16 a.m. The mayor seemed very focused on relocating the power grid in the core to shore area, but the ones on 10th and 235 and Robert S Kerr and Classen are more of eyesores to me than the other. Are there any plans to relocate/mask those?
10:16 a.m. Yes, there are some discussions going on that could result in the relocation of the NW 10 and I-235 substation. I am not aware of any changes planned for the substation by the Oklahoma County Jail.
10:17 a.m. When will we see renderings for the new convention center?
10:18 a.m. Another good question. I suspect the city will want to complete acquisition of the site before such advanced designs are commenced. They'll also want to get a lot more detailed information about possible site plans.
10:18 a.m. do you know what they are going to do with the area in front of the new grand entrance the the peake arena? parking lot? valet parking?
10:20 a.m. The new entrance to the Chesapeake Arena was planned and built assuming Core to Shore would be implemented as planned about eight years ago. But plans have changed. The convention center is no longer set to be immediately south of the arena, the boulevard will open in 2016 instead of 2014, and planning for the park to the southwest is still ongoing. So what does the city do with this new entrance?
10:20 a.m. What are your thoughts on the proposed consolidated rental car facility for Will Rogers World Airport and how it changes the experience for customers?
10:21 a.m. I'm aware of the proposal, but beyond that, I've not had time to think about it.
10:21 a.m. Thanks for the link Will!
10:21 a.m. How long until we know who is moving to replace Pachinko Parlor?
10:22 a.m. I'm aware of restaurant operators vying for the space. So I don't think it will be empty for long.
10:22 a.m. As cryptically as possible, can you tell us what your next major story is going to be about?
10:22 a.m. Chesapeake?
10:23 a.m. You had previously given your best estimate that a downtown tower project would be likely to be announced in the 1Q of 2013. Is that still your best estimate or is any announcement likely to be later now?
10:24 a.m. It's possible. I wish I could explain how complex these deals are to help folks better understand how difficult it is to report on them before they are done.
10:26 a.m. What is the status of the mural painting the south side of Rocktown?
10:32 a.m. The artist who planned the mural, Rick Sinnett, was tied to Tulsa civic leader Mary Beth Babcock and Flaming Lips front man Wayne Coyne. Note that Babcock and Coyne do projects together and are friends. Sinnett was running The Womb on NW 9th on behalf of the Flaming Lips. Then a falling occurred. Coyne was very vocal in his criticism of Sinnett on Twitter. I tried to talk to both men, and they declined interviews. Babcock also indicated that the public mural projects she was doing with Sinnett were to take a different direction.
Something messy happened here. I don't know all the details and those involved weren't willing to clear up the confusion. The end result is I suspect the mural project is dead, but I could be wrong.
Something messy happened here. I don't know all the details and those involved weren't willing to clear up the confusion. The end result is I suspect the mural project is dead, but I could be wrong.
10:33 a.m. do you see the arena football coming back here or is that dead and gone?
10:33 a.m. Everyone sing along....
"Once, twice, three times a failure...."
"Once, twice, three times a failure...."
10:33 a.m. (Dead and gone)
10:34 a.m. What's happened to the business coverage at the Oklahoman lately? I've yet to see articles from the woman you hired away from the Journal Record and your updates have decreased.
10:36 a.m. I've been taking some leave time to deal with some personal matters the past couple weeks. Brianna Bailey just started with the paper a couple of weeks ago. We're working on a special project that you should see in the next week or two. In the meantime, the energy team has been filling up the section with incredible coverage on the departure of Aubrey McClendon as CEO of Chesapeake Energy.
10:36 a.m. i heard they would put a skating rink downtown by the myraid gardens, what happened to that?
10:37 a.m. The Devon Ice Rink at the Myriad Gardens just ended its second season last week. The ice rink is open every November through January.
10:37 a.m. does the city still believe that the convention center is vital? seems like studies are saying that type of venue is dying and it could be a waste of money.
10:38 a.m. There is some debate among the city council as to how big an upgrade is needed and whether a conference hotel, but even critics like Ed Shadid say the city does need to make some improvement in its existing set-up.
10:38 a.m. Is everything still on track to open the downtown elementary the Fall of '14?
10:38 a.m. The last I heard, I think it's on schedule and a building permit either has been filed or is about to be filed.
10:38 a.m. In your opinion when do you think we will see the Boulevard start construction and be complete?
10:39 a.m. The Oklahoma Department of Transportation reports construction will start in 2014 and be completed in 2016. That opinion is far more important than anything I might have to say.
10:40 a.m. Is the City do anything to encourage the redevelopment along the Uptown NW 23rd Street corridor? Or, is this largely an organic effort led by local developers? This area might be a good location for a business improvement district (BID). Just a thought...
10:40 a.m. Anything is possible.
10:40 a.m. I watched "American Idol" for the first time this season to see the Oklahoma City auditions. Who is this Nicki Minaj person? And what was up with the old dude in the dress at the end?
10:41 a.m. Slush Puppie, you're an old man with a college-age son. You're not supposed to be hip on Minaj or dudes in dresses. I suggest you accept that it's time to limit your musical television viewing to the Lawrence Welk Show.
10:42 a.m. (And if this is Mrs. Slush Puppie, God bless you for agreeing to submit a question on behalf of your husband)
10:42 a.m. How are things progressing at the Edge? Anything new in the pipeline for Midtown?
10:43 a.m. Site work is continuing at The Edge, and it won't be long before we see a building coming out of the ground. And yeah, some big projects are in the pipeline for MidTown.
10:43 a.m. What is going on with the Humphrey's Waterfront? Are we going to see their ambitious plan come to fruition? Honestly, this was one of the more exciting ideas for OKC that I'd seen in a long, long time.
10:44 a.m. As with all plans announced prior to 2008, timelines changed, ambitions had to be re-evaluated, and priorities had to be reconsidered. They're still working on it, but it's going a lot slower than first anticipated.
10:44 a.m. Have you heard anything more on the proposal to develop the I-44 frontage land west of the airport for retail development?
10:44 a.m. Nope.
10:45 a.m. A few weeks ago you posted on Twitter about the possibility of the city closing Hudson between Reno and the new Blvd. for the new convention center. What are your thoughts about this?
10:46 a.m. I'm not sure this idea will be embraced by advocates of making downtown more pedestrian friendly. It's a possible scenario that was thrown out, not something that is actually being pursued. Such a move likely won't take place without a lot of discussion first.
10:46 a.m. Are you worried about Chesapeake and downtown OKC now?
10:46 a.m. Of course.
10:46 a.m. any word on the mill by the rocktown downtown building? tear it down or renovate?
10:48 a.m. I assume that you're talking about the Southwestern Producers Co-op. It's difficult to see it being being renovated for another use. And it will cost tens of millions for anyone to buy out the cotton farmers to allow them to move their operations.
10:48 a.m. That wasn't especially cryptic
10:48 a.m. Sorry.
10:48 a.m. How much of the mystery tower is speculation vs. actual inquiry work being done to find a site?
10:49 a.m. Proposals, land purchase bids, etc. are taking place.
10:49 a.m. Yep. I just gave you something new. Congrats OklahomaNick - you figured out the right question to ask.
10:49 a.m. Do you know what the plans are for the old Penn theater?
10:49 a.m. I've noticed this renovation, it's on my list to check up on.
10:49 a.m. Steve, do you have any info on when retail/restaruant space will begin to fill up at the recently renovated 1212 building in Midtown?
10:52 a.m. The owner of the Waffle Champion has indicated he has begun construction work on his planned restaurant at 1212.
10:52 a.m. Any movement on the Native American Indian Cultural Center?
10:53 a.m. We're still awaiting for an indication there are still adults left at the State Capitol who might realize it's not a great idea to abandon a state project where more than $60 million in taxpayer dollars has already been spent.
10:53 a.m. What's the latest on the St. Anthony's expansion?
10:53 a.m. It's still moving forward.
10:53 a.m. How's Continental Resources liking OKC?
10:54 a.m. When I talk to them, they seem very, very happy.
10:54 a.m. Does the city own the land between I-35 and Eastern Ave, that is south of I-40 along the northside of the river? Any chance we could see development of hotels and restaurants on that river front?
10:56 a.m. This question hurts my head. I'm going to take the coward's way out and answer "I don't know, let me get back to you."
10:56 a.m. When will we see the physical conversion and upgrade to the Century Center start. Thanks
10:57 a.m. OPUBCO has indicated it wants to move in next year, so I imagine work will likely start this year.
10:57 a.m. Okay, well I hope you're feeling better. Missed your coverage of downtown.
10:57 a.m. Thanks Guest. I really appreciate your kind words.
10:58 a.m. Thanks OklahomaNick.
10:58 a.m. Any chance that the OKC Zoo would expand outside of their current location and build an aquarium in the downtown area? Something similar to the Dallas Aquarium?
10:59 a.m. Aquariums are pretty expensive propositions. I think it's more likely that a rail line will be established someday between the zoo and downtown.
10:59 a.m. What are the chances of their ever being new mid-rise or high-rise residential towers built downtown like in Austin or Charlotte? Even smaller cities were building them in the mid-2000s
11:00 a.m. I think the chances for a mid-rise are pretty decent if the current development pattern stays consistent.
11:00 a.m. What is the official route of the street car,, It seems to change on a daily basis
11:00 a.m. There isn't an official route yet - just a recommended route by the MAPS 3 citizens advisory board.
11:00 a.m. Steve, do you have any idea of what is going on with the renovation of the I-44 & I-235 interchange? Why did they only do the NW corner then stop?
11:01 a.m. Because we would all go crazy if ODOT did the entire junction at once! The last I read, ODOT will proceed on the next phase of this project in about two years.
11:01 a.m. Anything cool in the works for Bricktown?
11:01 a.m. Yes! But I can't report on it yet!
11:01 a.m. Do you see McClendon's departure having any impact on, say, the boathouse or support for the Thunder? (Since Dunham's arrival, employee perks have been lessened, which includes previously free Thunder tickets no longer being free, only discounted; and i guess i don't know how much McClendon was personally vested in the Thunder franchise.)
11:02 a.m. Berry Tramel has a great write-up on his NewsOK blog. I suggest everyone read it: http://blog.newsok.com/berrytramel/2013/01/31/oklahoma-city-thunder-will-aubrey-mcclendons-departure-hurt/
11:02 a.m. Do you see in the near future improvements as far as retail developement for NW 10th between reno and council road?
11:03 a.m. The new factory outlet mall is out there - isn't that enough?
11:03 a.m. Any timeline when the new zip line will be open for business ?
11:03 a.m. It's under construction, but I'm not up to speed on the opening.
11:04 a.m. What's the story with Skinny Slim's bar in bricktown? I drive by everyday and not much progress seems to have been made.
11:04 a.m. It kind of reminds you of the old Larado's at Belle Isle, doesn't it?
11:04 a.m. Thanks Steve- for having these chats and for all the hard work you put into your coverage.
11:04 a.m. Thanks Chris!
11:04 a.m. i'm not familiar with the Humphrey's Waterfront mentioned above. Do you have an informative link you could share?
11:05 a.m. Guy, let me do an update on this either with a column or blog post. I promise I'll write it up this next week.
11:05 a.m. Any hints on these big Midtown projects?
11:05 a.m. Housing.
11:05 a.m. One day Steve, there won't be Mystery Tower inquiries. I promise.
11:05 a.m. Promises, promises.
11:05 a.m. Where does the Rise actually extend to/from? Along 23rd, does it start at Harvey Ave and go to Lee Ave? Or what are the actual properties that will be redeveloped?
11:06 a.m. It starts at Walker Avenue and goes west. Here's a NewsOK video we did on the project that includes animation: http://newsok.com/multimedia/video/1865158188001
11:07 a.m. Great work, OklahomaNick! We needed something new.
11:07 a.m. Is a Good Egg Group taking over the old KFC on 23rd?
11:07 a.m. Or is it the Lower group? Or someone totally different?
11:07 a.m. When does work start on the Osler?
11:07 a.m. I believe I saw work underway just the other day.
11:08 a.m. Now that OCU Law School has selected their downtown location, what's next for the old Fred Jones Building on Main? Great Building, would make an incredible aquarium...
11:08 a.m. You're awesome. Keep dreaming these great dreams.
11:08 a.m. What happened to the mixed-use development north of Quail Springs mall?
11:08 a.m. 2008 happened. The site is now home to some apartments.
11:09 a.m. Why is American Fidelity now buying up land surrounding their new headquarters? They've purchased quite a bit recently.
11:09 a.m. They're going to have a very nice campus.
11:09 a.m. Are we going to see a new garage across from the Memorial?
11:10 a.m. I'm not so sure about that. This idea is part of the Journal Record proposal submitted by Bond Payne.
11:10 a.m. Didn't someone propose one for that site?
11:10 a.m. Yep.
11:10 a.m. When will we hear the announcement on Crossroads mall?
11:10 a.m. I don't know.
11:10 a.m. at what point are the blueprints for the boulevard considered "final"?
11:11 a.m. With the boulevard? And the politics? Maybe when it goes out for constructions bids. Maybe.
11:11 a.m. Now that Midtown Renaissance owns the large plot of land between Harvey and Hudson, can you give us some hints as to what we might see there and when? They've got their hands full with other projects, but they do wonderful work and I'm excited to see what they're up to when they're starting from scratch as opposed to a conversion.
11:11 a.m. Seems like a pretty good site for housing...
11:11 a.m. Oh Steve, just give us something! We're desperate for newer and better!
11:12 a.m. Bricktown is going to get some cool, much needed new entertainment venues. There. Quit being so needy.
11:12 a.m. http://www.humphreysco.com/
11:12 a.m. That's because we'll finally know what tower it is!
11:12 a.m. Any ideas on the effect of the new downtown school on the area from a zoning perspective? Gun free zones? Drug free zones? Will it "up" the police presence with respect to the homeless population down in the area?
11:13 a.m. Good questions. I'm pretty sure the entire city is a drug free zone.... there's still a lot of planning to be done.
11:13 a.m. Are you skeptical of what is proposed for the Journal Record building or just doubting we see a garage as part of it?
11:14 a.m. I'm not hearing the sort of enthusiasm one might expect from the decision makers. But I can't explain why.
11:14 a.m. the Journal Record proposal was quite nice.
11:14 a.m. what is the projected finish of the Aloft Hotel in BRICKTOWN?
11:14 a.m. Later this year.
11:14 a.m. btw, the OKC courthouse building is a nightmare. the state of some of this city's facilities is embarrassing.
11:15 a.m. The Municipal Courthouse is about to be rebuilt just north of its current location. Ditto for the police headquarters, which will be rebuilt just south of its current location. Design work is underway.
11:15 a.m. Will we ever see a Costco come to town in the next few years?
11:15 a.m. Richard Mize indicates they're snooping around.
11:16 a.m. Folks, I've got to say goodbye now. Thanks for the great chat.

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Indianapolis, Ind. - Melanie Thornton continued her torrid start to the season, leading the team with 18 points and eight rebounds, while Lade Akande chipped in 16 points and seven boards, but visiting Dayton shot 48.9 percent from the field as a team while holding Butler to just 29 percent in spoiling the Bulldogs' opener with a 69-49 decision at Hinkle Fieldhouse on Friday (Nov. 21) evening.
The loss drops Butler to 1-2 on the season, while the Flyers improve to 2-2 overall.
A lop-sided first half on the offensive end saw Dayton convert 12-of-23 (52.2 percent) from the field while holding the Bulldogs to just seven field goals at a 21.9 percent efficiency, as the Flyers ran out to a 9-0 lead before expanding the margin to 18 just prior to the break.
Butler rallied midway through the period, cutting the difference to three at 12-9 with less than 10 minutes to go, but an ensuing 9-0 surge by Dayton put the Bulldogs back in a 12-point hole.
The Flyers maintained it significant gap through the early part of the second stanza and led by 15 at 52-37 with 7:43 remaining.
A 6-0 jaunt by Butler, however, would bring the Bulldogs back to within single digits for the first time since the eight minute mark of the first period, as Thornton connected on her first three-pointer of the season before picking a Dayton pass and running it back for an easy lay-up to cut the deficit to 52-46 with less than six minutes to go.
Dayton would answer the call, though, using a 9-0 surge to break the game back open at 61-43 and hold on in the final minutes.
Thornton finished the night with a 6-for-11 effort from the field and 5-for-7 from the line, while her 18 points tied her career-best total which she set in the season opener at Ohio State on Nov. 14. Her eight rebounds, meanwhile, gave her a team-best total for the third time in three games this season.
Akande went 7-for-14 from the floor to finish with 16 points.
Butler will have nearly a week off from competition before taking on Nebraska in the Holiday Inn & Suites Express Midtown Thanksgiving Tournament on Friday (Nov. 28) in Albuquerque, N.M.


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MULESHOE - Ted Harrison, 77, died Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2010.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in First Baptist Church in Muleshoe with Dr. Stacy Conner of Muleshoe and the Rev. Randy Miller officiating. Burial will be in Muleshoe Memorial Park Cemetery by Ellis Funeral Home.
Mr. Harrison was born Oct. 1, 1932, in Wellington to Walter Franklin and Clara Bell Simpson Harrison. He married Bettie Logan on Nov. 8, 1957, in Portales, N.M.
Survivors include his wife; two sons, Alan Harrison of Muleshoe and Kelly Harrison of Lubbock; two sisters, Jeanetta Precure of Muleshoe and Denice Simpson of Bentonville, Ark.; a brother, Jerry Harrison of Muleshoe; and five grandchildren.
The family suggests memorials be to First Baptist Church, 220 W. Avenue E, Muleshoe, TX 79347; or Oneida Wagnon Senior Center, 319 S. Main, Muleshoe, TX 79347.
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Air Marshal B Keshav Rao took over as the new Director and Commandant of the Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune.
A graduate of the AFMC, the air officer was commissioned into the Indian Air Force on March 1, 1976 as a medical officer. He completed his speciality training for MD in general medicine from Bangalore University in 1987 and served as a medical specialist in various service hospitals of the armed forces. He also served as the senior medical officer at a number of air force stations.
Air Marshal Rao brings with him versatility of command and administrative experience, having served as the deputy director of Super Speciality Veterans Hospital, commanded a 410-bed Air Force Hospital in the North East and served as director (Personnel) and principal director (Specialist) at the Air Head Quarters Medical Directorate, a statement issued here said.
In his previous tenures in the rank of Air Vice Marshal he served as the principal medical officer (PMO) at Eastern Air Command and the Western Air Command, responsible for all air force hospitals and medical centres in the respective commands.
Air Marshal Rao is an alumnus of the College of Defence Management (CDM), Secundrabad, from where he completed the Senior Defence Management Course in 2003, and of the prestigious National Defence College, New Delhi, from where he completed the National Security and Strategic Course in 2006. He was consequently awarded an M Phil degree in Strategic Studies with distinction from the Madras University.
He has a keen interest in Quality Management and Accreditation in the Health Services and has also earned his postgraduate diploma in Human Rights from the National Institute of Human Rights. He was awarded the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM) in the year 2009.
The air officer holds a unique distinction in the history of the AFMC as his father late Lt General BDP Rao commanded the college in 1975-1976.


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Spartan Athletics Reveals New Web Design
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Manchester has joined the ranks of ESPN online with its newly designed athletics website. Not only does it appear more eye-catching and modern, but it's more efficient, with information placed in easily navigated categories. The website also helps students connect directly to Manchester's Twitter and Facebook pages. It even offers a live stat postings, live audio and live video of game, in order to keep off-site students or family informed on the Spartans game days.
The mastermind behind this project is Sports Information Director Mark Adkins. "I think the university was looking for something crispier, something fresher," he said. For many colleges in Division III or Division II, a cutting-edge athletics website is expected. When prospective student athletes begin looking for a college, almost always the first place they'll look at is the website. "Even some high schools are doing this," Adkins said. "It's the way of the future."
The website includes rotating photos with the current top sport stories linked to them, a Spartan video section that allows visitors to view current highlights, a section for new recruits to browse for information on Manchester athletics, and a link to the Campus Store. The new sports page even includes a link for alumni to follow about the "Friends of Manchester University Golf Outing," which is a fundraiser for Spartan Athletics.
The actual page designing was done through PrestoSports, an online web-design company whose client list includes Penn State, Butler and Yale. A few Manchester students also assisted, especially Katie Gonzalez, who did the time-consuming task of sizing all photos to correct website format. Brianna Martinez was also a large help in typing up bios of coaches and players for the website.
The website itself is up and running and anyone can go check it out. "Coaches have told me they like it and administrators say they really enjoy it," Adkins said. "Parents are also giving me good reviews and people are finding things for us to fix, which is good." Adkins is hopeful to have these last couple bugs worked out in the next two weeks, just having to get coach headshots with their bios and Manchester record books on the website. It'll be relief, seeing as the project was started at the beginning of August.
However, the break will be short, because sport seasons change quickly, necessitating a change in what sports appear on the highlights reel and new calendar changes.


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Here's How the Canadian Government Defines the Difference Between Accelerators and Incubators
Although the terms are often used interchangeable, we've noted the differences between incubators and accelerators before.
Today, the Canadian government decided to offer its own definitions during an announcement—and they're fairly similar to what we've generally accepted in the past. This is what how the federal government defines the two different types of organizations:
Typically for-profit organizations owned and operated by venture capital investors, who intend to generate returns from equity-based investments in their client firms. Accelerators provide a range of services to early-stage firms, including financial support, business advice, office and development space and complementary services offered by partner organizations.
Typically not-for-profit organizations that offer similar services to accelerators but tend to provide longer tenure for participating firms and a broader suite of services in terms of physical space and mentorship. Incubators are often sponsored by universities, colleges and economic development corporations.


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Climate action needed now - talks continue
UNFCCC talks, 31 May – 11 June 2010, Bonn
Negotiations at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) meeting resume in Bonn, continuing efforts to establish a post-2012 global climate change regime. Following disappointment in Copenhagen, the timing for the adoption of a new legally binding agreement remains unclear, but Parties should aim at an agreement on the building blocks of a new regime for the next UNFCCC Summit in Cancun, Mexico, in November this year.
28 May 2010 | Media advisory
Wetland aliens cause bird extinction
BirdLife International announces today, in an update to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™ for birds, the extinction of Alaotra Grebe Tachybaptus rufolavatus. Restricted to a tiny area of east Madagascar, this species declined rapidly after carnivorous fish were introduced to the lakes in which it lived. This, along with the use of nylon gill-nets by fisherman which caught and drowned birds, has driven this species into the abyss. …
26 May 2010 | International news release
Spain to lead IUCN in the Mediterranean
On 25 May 2010, the Spanish Minister of Environment, Elena Espinosa, the Director of the Spanish Agency of International Cooperation and Development, Elena Madrazo, the Andalusia Regional Minister of Environment, Juan Díaz Trillo and the Director of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN), Julia Marton-Lefèvre, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to maintain the IUCN Centre of Mediterranean Cooperation and its activities in Malaga. … | French | Spanish
25 May 2010 | International news release
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Seismic threat to Critically Endangered whales
A seismic survey planned by the Russian petroleum company Rosneft in summer 2010 poses a major threat to the Critically Endangered Western Gray Whale population. In a letter to Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, the Director General of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN), Julia Marton-Lefèvre, urges the Russian government to intervene to postpone the seismic survey and prevent a serious setback for animal conservation. …
24 May 2010 | International news release
One step forward to halting biodiversity loss?
Governments have made "positive moves" towards coming up with a plan to reduce the current loss of biodiversity, which is threatening the future of our planet. Over the past two weeks, delegates at a meeting in Nairobi have been discussing the scientific and technical aspects behind a new "big plan" to save all life on earth, the planet's biodiversity. Scientists from IUCN, who have been taking part in the discussions, say that they're encouraged by the commitment shown by governments to develop a new Strategic Plan for the next ten years, which would set targets to reduce the global rate of biodiversity loss. …
23 May 2010 | International news release
Are protected areas in Africa harbouring invasive species?
Protected areas, long thought of as safe refuges for animals and plants, are under increasing threats from invasive species which not only affect biodiversity but also people's livelihoods. Protected areas can have huge social and economic value, particularly in Africa, where national parks are a major tourist attraction and a significant source of income. But according to the Global Invasive Species Programme, of which IUCN and CABI are partners, many managers of protected areas in Africa are not aware of the severity of the problem which is on their doorsteps nor how to address it. …
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18 May 2010 | International news release
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Never has the world faced a more pressing crisis than the current loss of biodiversity, which affects every man, woman and child. The gap between the pressure on our natural resources and governments' response to the deterioration is widening. IUCN is calling for governments to come up with a "bailout plan," a 10-year strategy that will help countries halt and reverse this loss. …
06 May 2010 | International news release
Science needn't cost the earth
Background: Key decisions which could help to reverse the current extinction crisis will be decided at the Subsidiary Body on Scientific, Technical and Technological Advice or SBSTTA, which takes place in Nairobi, Kenya from 10 to 21 May 2010. Decisions taken in Nairobi will provide a scientific basis for discussions that will take place in October in Nagoya, Japan, at the 10th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity. …
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DC-area teleworkers saving $90, 4 hours a week
A lot more organizations are planning to take advantage of telework this year than last year, and much of the growing interest is at federal agencies. The third annual "Telework Week Report" found that in Washington, D.C. alone, the growth in telework amounts to 392,420 fewer commutes, reports Samuel Greengard at Baseline magazine.
The rising interest in telework corresponds with reports of improved productivity, increased job satisfaction and other positive experiences. The reduction in driving in the D.C. area saved the average teleworker--who was able to skip a 45-minute drive--four hours and $90 every week. What's more, most of these teleworkers are prepared to stay busy with work during snowstorms or other major disruptions to the routine. 16 percent of the respondents surveyed by Telework Week said they will only consider taking a job if there is the option to telework.
Fierce's Take: As a long-time teleworker, I'll attest to the increased productivity and job satisfaction that comes with eliminating the long commute and the overhead fluorescent office lights with their annoying buzz. However, I was talking with a colleague yesterday who opted to change jobs rather than endure another six months of working from his home office because he missed being around people too much. As for innovation, don't worry--it can take place anywhere, anytime. So measure employees by the results they produce, not by their presence in a particular workspace.
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Visit the Grove - Mixon Fruit Farms
Gift Shoppe, Packinghouse & Groveside Café
Let Mixons treat you to a FREE cup of fresh squeezed Orange Juice, Grapefruit Juice or Lemonade, made right here in our packinghouse...Where you can watch the juice being made! Stop at our Homemade Fudge Counter for our unique & delicious Fudge Flavors...Made fresh daily! Be sure to enjoy one of our famous Orange Swirl Ice Cream Cones. Discover some of Floridas finest treats while browsing the 14,000 sq. ft. Gift Shoppe. Our Shoppe is filled with unique Florida Gifts, Gourmet Specialties, Teas, Honey, Marmalades, Salsas and much more. Store hours are Monday through Saturday, 10:00am to 5:00pm. MIXON'S WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, MAY 30 in observance of Memorial Day.
Youll find Gifts for every occasion...Jewelry, colorful Ceramic Home Décor, Cards, Children's Books & Games, intriguing Pictures and more. Dont miss the Wine Sampling Counter for a wonderful selection of award-winning Florida Wines. Some are made with Florida-grown Muscadine Grapes and Mixon Oranges. Stay for lunch...Choose from an array of delicious Sandwiches, Soups, and Salads in our Groveside Café. We now offer Javarama Coffees. How about a Cappuccino, Cafe Mocha or Latte?
Weve got lots to see and do all year round. May through October, our delicious citrus is growing and preparing for another great season. November through early May, were IN SEASON! You can sample the many varieties of seasonal Citrus as you begin your visit.
For our Groveside Café menu: http://www.mixon.com/images/deli/menu.pdf.
Tour the Grove
Come ride Mixons Orange Blossom Express! Its affordable family fun and youll learn all the secrets of citrus while discovering a delightful new world in the grove. Bring your camera, youll want to save the memories. Our tours are packed full of educational tidbits and trivia with an extra-large helping of fun. The tram will travel past the Childrens Magical Maze, Wedding Pavilion, Gazebo, and Wetlands Pond with a stop at our Wildlife Inc. Rescue. Youll enjoy an interactive educational show with rescued Florida animals, reptiles and birds, fun for the whole family. Before or after the tour, be sure to get directions to the Gazebo & Koi Pond to view the wedding area and feed the Koi. It's a beautiful Garden Oasis you won't want to miss.
For more information about our Wildlife Inc. Rescue: http://www.mixon.com/wildliferefuge.asp.
Mixon ORANGE BLOSSOM TRAM TOURS are 11:00am, 1:00pm & 3:00pm. Monday through Saturday. Closed Sundays. Closed Memorial Day, May 30th.
Tours last approximately one hour, weather permitting.
Orange Blossom Tram Tours are $10.00 (plus tax) for Adults, $5.00 (plus tax) for Children 3 to 12. Children 2 and under are FREE.
Affordable Family Fun
- See old & new farm equipment in a working citrus grove
- Experience Floridas history & cultural heritage. Learn about the citrus industry Second only to tourism in Florida.
- Discover citrus health benefits, recipes and menu planner
- View our butterfly garden, packinghouse & juice processing
- Take photos in the grove fun caricature photo stands
- Enjoy the kids play area with observation deck & sand box
- Have a picnic - great place to enjoy nature while the kids play
- Interact with Florida Wildlife
Group Tours available for Schools, Home School Groups, Organizations, Clubs and Reunions. All available with lunch for groups of twelve (12) or more. Be sure to call ahead for reservations. Adult Lunch and Tour: $18.00 plus tax, Children Lunch and Tour: $7.50 plus tax, infants are free. Call 800-608-2525 ext. 256, local 748-5829 ext. 256.
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The Changing Lives Youth Theatre Ensemble is a program that TAP and SafePlace created in 2003 to address these social problems now, and to train leaders to generate solutions for the future. This program puts the powerful tools of peer education and theatre in the hands of youth who want to stop the cycles of domestic and dating violence.
"Perhaps Tomorrow" is the group's latest original play created to engage young people in dialogue about issues of cyber bullying, girl aggression, rumors, homophobia and dating relationships. The play models ways young people can support each other and stand up for what they believe is right.
"All these issues are what we see in our high schools; its normal but that doesn't mean it's right" said Remandra Crow, Youth Member of Changing Lives.
The 13 youth members from High Schools all over the Austin area are paid to create and perform their piece during their Spring tour of the Central Texas Area.
Since 2003, more than 15,000 people have seen the powerful performances of the Changing Lives Youth Theatre Ensemble.
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Deborah Howard: Beyond the Shore
BEST BETDATE: January 10 2013, 5:00 PM to February 3 2013, 4:00 PMCost:CATEGORY: Arts and ExhibitsVENUE INFORMATION:Victoria H. Myhren Gallery2121 E. Asbury Ave.Denver, CO 80210
In her 25 years as associate professor of drawing at the University of Denver, Deborah Howard has created an extensive collection of works. Experience a smattering of Howard's pieces, ranging from traditional portraits to abstracts, at this gallery exhibition, including drawings from her portrait series of child Holocaust survivors. Opening reception Fri 5-7 p.m. Daily noon-4 p.m.
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Apparently red staters subscribe to more "adult entertainment" than blue staters. Article here.
George Lakoff discusses his models and Obama here.
How much of your political orientation is genetic? An article is here.
Brains of liberals and conservatives differ -- liberals more tolerant of uncertainty, conservatives less so. Details here.
Robert Putnam's newer research shows that diversity works AGAINST social capital. Details here.
Here is a sight that uses a different version of morality than that set forth by Lakoff. It even has a moral questionnaire. www.YourMorals.org
This study applies social science to a peculiar problem -- probably more amusing to professors than students, but I thought you might be amused too. http://www.easternct.edu/personal/faculty/adams/Resources/Grannies.pdf
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PetSmart has responded to Saturday afternoon's scabies incident at their Nags Head store location.
The organization says that standard protocol was followed, and that they will continue to monitor the situation. See their full statement below.
"The adoptions in PetSmart stores are administered by a nonprofit, PetSmart Charities, which is independent from the corporation. PetSmart Charities helps find homes for more than 400,000 dogs and cats each year. PetSmart, the corporation, donates space in every store to PetSmart Charities for adoption events to occur, featuring pets from local animal welfare organizations.
We take the safety of people and pets very seriously. We have every indication that the store followed our protocol for containing the issue, including closing off any affected areas to customers promptly, removing any pets that may have been exposed and thoroughly sanitizing the affected area.
We will continue to be in close contact with the store and the adoption group to monitor the situation."
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An Eastern Carolina branch of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says that people may have been exposed to a litter of puppies with scabies at a local PetSmart.
The Outer Banks SPCA held an adoption event at the Nags Head PetSmart Saturday afternoon where it was discovered two of the puppies had scabies.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention describe scabies as "an infestation of the skin by the human itch mite."
John Graves, Director of the Outer Banks SPCA, said there were two German Shepherd Collie puppies diagnosed with scabies. He said the puppies came to them last Saturday and were sent to two different veterinarians late last week for spay neuter surgeries, but the veterinarians did not detect the scabies.
One of the puppies was adopted last Thursday and went to the veterinarian today where the scabies was detected, according to Graves. Upon finding out about this, Graves said of the other German Shepherd Collie puppies, that were at PetSmart, "The second we found out we isolated that puppy and removed everything that it came in contact with."
Graves said two of the six puppies brought to the event had scabies.
It is unclear how many people came into contact with the scabies-stricken puppies. Graves said, "In eight years I've only seen this 3 times."
The Outer Banks SPCA made an announcement of the incident on their Facebook page:
"Announcement: We have just found out that one of the litters of puppies at the shelter has scabies. We cannot apologize enough for any issues this may cause. Anyone who may have handled these dogs should be certain to wash themselves and their clothes. This diagnosis was missed by shelter staff and two veterinarians before being caught by a third. Again, we cannot apologize enough for any issues this may cause."
We've left a message with PetSmart for comment on what happened involving the adoption even at their store but have not heard back.


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Today's appeasers, separatists, and transformers
The data, however, do indicate that Christians who see Jews through a 17th-century lens, believing that most are thoroughly religious, are thoroughly wrong. Talking with a typical Jewish American is largely the same as talking with his gentile counterpart. Both are aware of Seinfeld and Madonna, bagels and KFC. Both are likely, if they feast at a religious table at all, to be shuffling through the cafeteria, choosing whatever spiritual dish suits their fancy at the moment. Many Jews have so little faith that in one sense the idea of moving from Judaism to Christianity is akin to moving from the Mickey Mouse club to the Donald Duck club: Why bother?
While Christians do not need to search the Talmud before starting up conversations, it's important to realize that many Jews are still angry with Christianity and see persecution of Jews through the century as the result of Christianity. If they have studied history at all, they have probably been taught that medieval Jews under Islam did not face similar horrors. (They should read one of historian Bat Ye'or's books on dhimmitude, the Islamic practice of treating Jews-and Christians-as people with no inherent rights at all.) This prejudice means that most Jews believe that no religion is better than the one they think has caused their suffering.
It's important, therefore, that more Jews see the great fondness for Judaism that many Christians have. So many Christians follow Mississippi's Walker Percy in being drawn to Jewish longing or Britain's Brian Griffiths in being drawn to Chagall and Jewish painting. Numerous intellectuals and academic wannabes are drawn to Woody Allen's angst, and millions of television viewers have been drawn to Jewish humor from Sid Caesar to Jerry Seinfeld.
For those who want to communicate better with the minority who are Orthodox, it's time to reevaluate the Talmud. Periodically in medieval times the Talmud became the enemy, spoken of as a handbook in witchcraft. Pope Gregory IX commanded kings in 1239 to confiscate Hebrew books, and Pope Benedict XIII in 1415 banned the study of the Talmud in any form. But the Talmud contains, along with sections devoted to Temple worship, much about ways to follow biblical principles in complex situations. They are wonderfully moral books with teaching that, if followed more widely, would make life on earth better, although eternal life with God would be no closer. Morality, as we learn from the New Testament, is not enough, but it's better to fail while aiming high than aiming low.
Let's take one more look at those demographic figures. While last year's survey showed Orthodox Jewish adults making up only 8 percent of Jewish adults, they are the ones having big families and discipling their children in homeschools and religious schools. Some who attend Conservative synagogues have one foot in that camp as well. They are the future, while the thoroughly modern probably represent the past; the birth rate among secularized Jews is below even the replacement rate. And they are attracting those who left the farm to live in Paris and discovered it was Sodom.
The Los Angeles Times last June reported on 20 young men who were finishing a year of 14-hour-a-day Talmud study. One student, David Cohen, "a serious man with intense dark eyes" who graduated from UCLA in 1999 after majoring in psychology, spoke of the psychology of his contemporaries. "They think they are having a fun time, but they are fooling themselves," he said. "They have a blast, and the next day they have a hangover. The kind of happiness you get from studying the Talmud doesn't leave you."
That understanding is unlikely to lead Mr. Cohen and others toward appeasement. Two thousand years ago, appeasing the majority culture meant idol worship. Since secular liberalism is the dominant worldview of Europe and America, appeasement today means blending into the crowd of those who live as if God does not exist. A variant on that allows for the existence of a god who is like a sweet grandfather giving approving nods to all we do, and grateful for a short weekly visit. By that definition most Jews in both Israel and the United States are appeasers of modern secular liberal culture, as are most Americans from nominally Christian backgrounds.
The key question may be whether the new Orthodox become inward-looking separatists, as Talmudists historically have been, or outward-looking transformers. Some among the Orthodox (and some Conservatives) have realized that they can only defend what they have if they work with Christians to transform the society around them. Orthodox Rabbi Daniel Lapin (WORLD, Feb. 15, 1997) is the founder and president of Toward Tradition, an educational organization working to build a Christian-Jewish alliance. Three years ago he wrote in his book, America's Real War, "Those of us who venerate freedom, be we Jewish or Christian, be we religious or secularized, have no option but to pray for the health of Christianity in America."
He wasn't saying that core religious beliefs should be subordinated to political goals, or that either Jews or Christians should act as though religious differences have disappeared. He knows that awkward moments occur when Christians do not evade the biblical responsibility and privilege of talking with non-Christians, including Orthodox Jews, about Christ. But he understands that evangelistic efforts are signs of caring and respect, not threat.
Following the Sept. 11 attacks, Rabbi Lapin and Toward Tradition urgently renewed their pleas "for an alliance of Jews and Christians, united to defend our country by reviving the role of religion in public life." They also said, "Given that America is a Christian country, the role of Jews must largely be one of support and encouragement for Christian leaders." This means that Christian leaders must step out boldly.
Newspaper headlines suggest daily opportunities for courageous action, but the Passover/Easter observances this year offer a specific opportunity for Christian boldness. Christians should emphasize in sermons and discussions that all of us, not only or mainly Jews, bear responsibility for killing Christ 2000 years ago. As we read the Good Friday accounts in the Gospels, note that only Pilate had the power to order capital punishment in Jerusalem. We know from secular records that he often did, and those records also show that the Roman legions were made up of soldiers from many lands. As I explained last Easter (WORLD, April 14, 2001), just about everyone living on earth today probably has at least one ancestor personally involved in tormenting Christ in Jerusalem.
The best defense against anti-Semitism is an emphasis on the unity of the human race and the universality of sin. Some ministers, including some evangelical ones, do not talk about sin for fear of alienating some listeners. But if we don't emphasize our own sin, then "Jews as Christ-killers" ugliness might return, with bigots saying, "They, Jews, are sinners, but folks in churches would have done better." That is a different gospel, and an evil one.
Over the centuries, Torah-observing Jews and biblical Christians have looked at each other as opponents and sometimes enemies. Now, we are still opponents in the mission of teaching the truth about Christ, but allies in the battle against a secular liberalism that sees all religion as dangerous. We both hope to return the appeasers within our ranks to their true calling of transformation. Perhaps that movement will be helped by the pressure of an Islam that turns believers from other faiths into second-class citizens.


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Couple things that ISU has done in the past 12 months that make us a legitimate contender when recruiting highly skilled players:
#1 - The development of the new practice facility has to be a huge recruiting tool.
#2 - Hiring of Coach Robinson, imo his connections to Chicago could single handedly put ISU in line for several top tier prospects we may not of had a chance with prior to his hiring. From all reports, very highly regarded amongst his PEERS and those he's dealt with in the past.
#3 - Master Planning and future improvements to Hilton. Not sure now with the practice facility moving away from hilton if these plans are under redesign, but, i still feel that we could do something to Hilton to modernize it and create a gathering area where ISU sports is highlighted. Would make a great entry point to a legendary facility.
These three things have really and could continue to elevate the status of our basketball team in the future and it already looks very bright. This really sends a message that ISU is a serious contender when recruiting anyone.
Right now the nail in the coffin has to be the crown jewel - it will legitimize ISU in the eyes of a lot of recruits if Harrison finally pulls the trigger and does not pick Duke, North Carolina, Kansas but instead picks ISU. I think we have a legitimate shot at HB and if he looks at what the coaches are putting in place to surround him, it should look very appealing. He will have veterans around him that are succeeding (by that time) and by landing Colvin he has another legitimate top tier player on board and will be a sophomore, then having Dykstra and Kadima in his class helps, and then signing Staton for what would be his Junior year is just another piece - the pieces around HB could really help showcase his abilities.
Great job to the coaches and administration for getting ISU basketball back on track, not in wins and loses but instead the direction of the program. These are the things that help you recruit good players and then coach them to make waves come March!!!!!
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Nice post... The future is VERY bright for ISU B-Ball
holy crap....ISU basketball has potential to get back to where it was at the turn of the century. I can't wait to see it when it happens. I just hope they don't take away the cheap seats in the balcony corners. I can't afford donor seats and I don't want to miss a thing.
All true, but I'd give Greg McDermott a little more credit. He's a very genuine recruiter who's a great sale person when sitting across the table from the recruit.
those seats will be gone in a couple years.. enjoy it while you can. I still plan on buying season tickets, but I expect it to increase once we win and floor a great team.
If we get Barnes then I will up my donation to get some good seats...
We need multiple top 100 guys to get in the mix and stay there, I just hope we can keep the momentum... There is 100 of them every year, no reason we shouldn't have 4-6 of them...
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Originally Posted by cybsball20
If we get Barnes then I will up my donation to get some good seats...
I sure hope this is not the only reason you have to increase your donation level.
Lower level seats are awesome with or without Barnes.
Upper-level seats are awesome, too!!
Any seat in Hilton is awesome!
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Originally Posted by keepngoal
those seats will be gone in a couple years.. enjoy it while you can. I still plan on buying season tickets, but I expect it to increase once we win and floor a great team.
I hope they keep the cheap corner seats, at least on one side. Even when we won we didn't sell out every game, and it helps keep Hilton full.
In 2000 we averaged 10k. in 2001 we averaged a little over 12k. The cheap corners have done a lot to revive Hilton a little bit the last few years.
Last edited by BryceC; 11-20-2008 at 09:48 AM.
Originally Posted by KMAC_ATTACK
From all reports, very highly regarded amongst his piers and those he's dealt with in the past.
Great post but this part made me laugh. Is Robinson a fisherman/basketball coach?
Originally Posted by CycloneErik
Upper-level seats are awesome, too!!
Any seat in Hilton is awesome!
Amen. Just being in Hilton gets my juices flowing.
I think you guys have a real good shot at Barnes. I really think KU has no shot. If he had gone to school somewhere else in Iowa I would like our chances better. But why would he go to KU and then have to play in Hilton every year and play against ISU at least twice a year. If he goes to a top 5 program it will be UNC or Duke, I just don't see a player from Ames going to KU. UNC can't wait forever for him, they just don't have that many scholarships.
Originally Posted by RyCy04
Great post but this part made me laugh. Is Robinson a fisherman/basketball coach?
After reading your post - I laughed at myself.....Now thats funny!!!!
I corrected and made it large so everyone would know i flubbed up.....
Made me laugh though!!!!
Originally Posted by KMAC_ATTACK
Great job to the coaches and administration for getting ISU basketball back on track, not in wins and loses but instead the direction of the program.
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OOC: just ot get my head right... OOC means out of the story and IC means insde the story right?
who is on diamond island??
OOC: just ot get my head right... OOC means out of the story and IC means insde the story right?
who is on diamond island??
ooc: OOC stands for "out of character/context" and IC stands for "in character/context".
Diamond, Jessina and Yamir are on Diamond Island as far as I know.
OOC: ok i am also on diamond island
ooc: Kiki says she posted something, but it's not showing up for me; I don't see it. Ack!
"I-It's alright. So you're a Pokemon breeder, huh?" I said.
I was totally wowed when Lilith's Pokemon appeared in front of me.
"Is that an Umbreon?"
ic: "My sister bred him for me," Lil says. "He's one of a kind. I know it's strange to call him Midnight when he's white, but I named him in memory of my starter Umbreon. My first Midnight died when he was trying to save me from a fire in a forest..."
"Yup. That's how I got Azuna," Jessina says. "Very recessive alleles. I saw several Vulpix that were different from the rest, then bred them many times. I have several strangely-colored Vulpix, but I was aming for Azuna and I finally got her."
"And she also got me my Noctowl. Go, Nazuo." The white Noctowl appears. "And what's even better is that he's not nocturnal."
"Oh! Umbreon is an amazing Pokemon!" I said, staring at Midnight, "I never thought I would get to see one."
"Ralts," she said, mystified as I was, probably moreso because I was.
"Oh! Wow!" I said, "I could never be a breeder!"
ic: "Normal Umbreon are black with yellow rings," Lil says. "Jessina's an amazing Breeder. She's been Breeding Pokemon since she was four..."
"It's hard, but I already have over 10 years of practice," Jessina says.
"Keep your ego down to size, Jessina," Yamir says.
"Right," Jessina says
I giggled.
"Lithe," growlithe said, hearing me.
"This is my Growlithe. I just call her Growlithe. I think it's a great name."
"Yes... Amazing," then, snapping out of it, I said, "Breeding Pokemon!?"
IC: "Well that's weird...." I said, "Could've sworn I was at home." I felt my PokeBall opened myself and Flame appeared I took my headphones off and said, "Nice to see you buddy."
"You too." Flame replied
"Hey any idea where we are?" I asked
"Haven't the foggiest, but you know there could be lot's of new people and Pokemon to fight." Flame said
IC: Myuu walked and walked Myuu guessed that he was in an island since all he could see was beach and jungle To the horizon he could see other islands. Walking over the forest, he started to remember, and it was all too painful
*flashback* A younger Version of Myuu was running frantically from a fire. Myuu could see how it consumed everything he touch, and to his horror, it was spreading really fast. He run and run but the fire kept spreading. Then suddenly he heard a laugh, the coldest and cruelest laugh he had ever heard. Finally, he run out of the forest, and fall into a sandy white beach.
*Real Time* Myuu close his eyes, he tried to shut out those terrible memories. Suddenly he heard a rustle in a bush behind him. Myuu stopped in his tracks and use his mind to sense what was around him. An Azurril, Myuu thought.
Go Feebas!
Feebas! replied the happy yellow baby fish. Feebas cam out of her pokeball and landed on a small pool of water.
Feebas, use Hypnosis now!
Feebas said the fish, and small red waves issued from the eyes of Feebas. The waves hit the small bush and sure enough an Azurril fall from the bush, asleep.
Pokeball go! Myuu said indifferently, he use his psychic powers to toss one of his customize pokeballs. The pale blue pokeball shacked, and the seal on the middle glowed red which meant capture.
So we have an Azurril now, but none of my other Pokemons are here. Strange.
OOC: Myuu's history will be showed on flashblacks
ic: "Yeah. Haven't you ever heard of Breeders before?" Lil asks.
"Yamir has to remind me to keep my ego down because sometimes it gets a little big..." Jessina says. "I get requests from all over the world for unique Pokemon. I'm one of the youngest yet most successful Breeders in the world. I'm surprised you haven't hurd of me."
IC: "Well where should we go?" I asked Flame
"How about we go see who that guy with the Psyduck is?" Flame replied
"OK" I said as we walked over to the Psyduck guy, "Hey what's your name?"
I look up at Lilith.
"Never," I say, "What are they?"
"Sorry. I don't rememebr ever hearing of you. I think breeders are cool, but I know I could never breed Pokemon."
I make a cunfused face, the same as Growlithe's.
"I can't imagine what my Pokemon would be like if I tried."
"Hey," I say to the guy, "Name's Emerald."
"Psy?" he said looking at me.
"Silly duck," I whispered up close to Ducky, "I was talking to him, not you."
I laughed. I looekd back to the guy again.
"What's yours?"
ooc: -.- ... I'll just have to let it go....
OOCWhat do you mean?ooc: -.- ... I'll just have to let it go....
Am i to late to join?
"Pokemon Breeders are people that choose Pokemon based on pysical characteristics, be they outward or inward. Most people Breed Pokemon for more powerful Pokemon, but some, like Jessina, Breed Pokemon for looks. Of course, you can Breed Pokemon for looks and power," Lil explains.
"Most people don't have natural talent like I do," Jessina says. "Have you seen a girl with black hair and black eyes? That's my twin, Lil."
"Azurril come on out" Myuu comanded.
"Zurril" said the happy Azurril.
Azurril, conect with my thoughts, hear me now. though Myuu. Myuu wanted to establish a bond between Azurril's mind and his own mind. This was how Myuy talked with his pokemons.
"What has happen?" Asked a surprised Azurril.
"Listen to me, Where are we?" asked Myuu
"Why we are on Diamond Island," squeak Azurril. "So now you are my trainer, I hope we can have lots of fun"
"Have you seen other humans in this island?" asked Myuu ignoring Azurril last comment.
"Well no, i havent seen another human but you," said Azurril while bouncing on its tail.
"Have you seen anything strange? asked Myuu with complete indefference to this cute act.
"Yes I saw a white Umbreon just a few minutes ago" said Myuu.
"Thanks, Return!" comanded Myuu
"but wait ar-" said Azurril before a red beam trapped him in his pokeball
"A White Umbreon... that shouldnt be so strange to sense" said Myuu to himself.
So Myuu closed his eyes he concentrate on a white Umbreon
ic: Midnight's eyes grow wide, then he turns around, snarling. "Lil, somebody's trying to find us," Midnight says.
"Really?" Lil asks, blinking.
"Yes... I can sense it."
Who are you? Midnight thinks, narrowing his eyes. [Au Umbreon with telepathy. I know; strange, but whatever.]
"I am Myuu. One of the best Pokemon Trainers in the world. Are you the black vulpix i was trying to find?." asked Myuu tellepatically to the voice he had just heard
OOC: Zapdos what island are you on?
ic: Yes. I sensed you. My name is Midnight. What kind of name is Myuu for a human? It sounds like 'Mew', the Pokemon! Midnight laughs in his mind.
"Midnight, be nice!" Lil snaps, sensing her Umbreon being mean.
Just follow my trail and you'll be with us shortly.
Myuu sensed the location of the white Umbreon. While he walked to the location, he was thinking on what to say to the others. He has always hated to see other humans, let alone talking and depending from another person.
"What a nice attitude of that Umbreon" said Myuu to himself, what that Umbreon had said was true, but what could he do, his parents had loved Pokemon. That was why his name was Myuu, because of pokemon...
His parents... Myuu could feel a tear coming out, NO!! I cant be reminded of that, that was left in the past, thought Myuu.
He sensed people really near. He must control himself. Now he could see them. a group of people and a white Umbreon.
ooc: Crap! All messed up!! Midnight [the white Umbreon] is Lil's and she's on Diamond Island! Azuna [the black Vulpix] is Jessina's and she's on Pearl Island! Well, since it's not too late, let's pretend it was Midnight, not Azuna... ^_^;;; Technically, Myuu, it's your fault for making Azurill saying it saw a black Vulpix that was on another island, but oh well. It's also a bit my fault for playing along and making Azuna say:. Well, I didn't realize until just now when you saidLil, somebody's trying to find usJessina is Lil's fraternal twin and Yamir [Jessina's boyfriend] are on Pearl Island, not Diamond Island. I'm not mad; you might just not have been paying attention... Can we just act like it was Midnight? We don't have to change our posts. Glad I caught that...a group of people and a white Umbreon and the unmistakable black Vulpix
OOC: Yea i was seeing that... you beat me to it... ok lets just act as if Vulpix was Midnight... and meh ill change them
ooc: Yeah. *changes posts too*
ic: Midnight nudges Lil. She turns and sees Myuu. "He's here." Lil walks over to Myuu, Midnight behind her.
"Hello. I'm Lilith Juno, but you can just call me Lil." She bows. "You've already talked to Midnight. He can be a bit stubborn at times, but he's really nice once you get to know him."


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Talent is on loan from God
How to choose a career to help you glorify God and enjoy Him forever
NOW THAT THE SCHOOL YEAR HAS BEGUN, seniors in high school and college need to think through what they will do once it ends. It's time, therefore, to present my four-step formula for thinking through careers: End, Talent plus Enjoyment, Talent, Employment.
I can explain the first part of the formula by quoting and applying the most famous question from the catechism of the Westminster Confession, "What is man's chief end?" The answer: "Man's chief end [purpose] is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever." In our careers, we glorify God by using full throttle, in godly ways, the talents He has given us. Since God does not give talent arbitrarily or willy-nilly-what He gives we should use-it's vital to find out what our talents are, because the existence of talent is a powerful way of ascertaining God's will for our occupational lives.
Discerning talent is easier said than done. Schools for the most part applaud generalists who can do well in a variety of subjects, but most occupations demand specialization: the ability to do one thing well. Grades used to be a powerful aid to discernment, but grade inflation now pushes teachers to deliver false signals. Out of ignorance or pseudo-friendship, few people are honest enough to call a splatter a splatter; instead, we tell those we like that they have created masterful paintings. It's important to find a mentor, colleague, or true friend who will be achingly honest.
Concerning enjoyment: Since forever begins right now, we should derive satisfaction as well as sweat from the way we earn our daily bread (realizing that thorns and thistles will frustrate us at times). That does not mean we will be laughing all the way as we earn money to take to the bank. It does mean that if we're miserable on a job, sometimes we need to change our attitudes and sometimes our jobs (keeping in mind that, whenever possible, we should not leave one job until we have another).
Here's my possible leap of fatheadness: I believe that most of the time the two questions-What work am I good at? What work do I like doing?-can be reduced to one, What work am I good at? That's because most of the time, if we're good at a particular occupation, sooner or later we will derive pleasure from our competence and from the feedback we get concerning our performance. To put it simply, we either like doing what we do well, or we grow into liking it. Of course, if young people don't enjoy a task, they will probably be reluctant to put in the time needed to further develop their talent-but my advice most of the time, when a person is talented in a particular field, is to stick with it.
Here are some caveats. By enjoyment, rightly understood, I don't mean laugh-a-minute, but long-term satisfaction. I distinguish between lawful and unlawful activities, and also tell young men that unless they are called to singleness, they will want an occupation sufficiently remunerative so that wives are not required to work outside the home when they have young children. I also offer a tie-breaker question to those rare individuals who have several areas of talent: Is there a particularly great need in one of those areas, perhaps because relatively few people have the talent and inclination to achieve great things within it?
Here's the summary: TE, talent and enjoyment, often comes down to talent alone, and then finding particular employment that fits a person to a T. God does not distribute talent by chance. If God gives someone a lot of something, it's not accidental, but a signal from on high that it should be used for God's glory.
Many students ask, essentially, What do I want to be? My suggestion is that God has in most cases already answered that question by handing out sets of talents and capacities. The better question to ask is, What has God shown, by His distribution of abilities, that He wants me to be? Some people react by saying, "But I may not like what God has chosen out for me." When a person is maximizing talents, he usually learns to like his God-arranged career, even if it might not be what he would have chosen for himself. A career does not need to be love at first sight. It does need to be a good match.