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by Phyllis Redman
Sandy, you disappointed me!
Sandy has come and gone, all 1000 by 1500 miles of her. I prepared for days, having experienced over three feet of indoor water last year when tropical storm Lee came through town. Given that I live on a flood plain, along Baeder Creek in Abington Township, you'd think it would be a huge relief that somehow Sandy left my house bone dry. But, actually, I'm disappointed. I was hoping the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) would finally buy me out of this sodden mess here.
A little back-story here. When I bought my house over nine years ago, I knew it was in a flood plain, but the township had recently spent millions of dollars to fix the problem. Plus, at the time, I had no idea what it would feel like to watch dirty, smelly water pouring into my home. The reasonable price enabled me to afford to buy my first home. It is a sweet little place, with some great perks: a two-car garage, two-and-a-half tiled bathrooms and lots of sun-filled windows. It seemed worth the risk.
Five years ago, PEMA and Abington Township got together and offered a buyout for 30-some houses in the flood plain. At first I wasn't interested. I loved having my own home, my own mailbox, dragging my own trash cans to the curb each week. I'd lived in apartments forever. However, it quickly came to feel foolish to pass up the generous offer being made. I'd make $50,000, and there were only a few years left till retirement. No brainer. I'd accept the offer.
Except they wouldn't let me because my house is a twin. Both sides had to be willing to sell, and my neighbor wasn't. It sure didn't seem right that my future would be determined by my neighbors, but what could I do? I did love my home, we hadn't flooded, and, really: How do you fight City Hall?
Then two years ago, it happened: the flood. Everything downstairs was gone: washer, dryer, heater, hot water, the entire contents of the large family room (which had been my son's apartment before he moved out). The garage door was even cracked. Then it happened again, last year. The township manager called after that one to see if I'd be interested in another buyout. There are six homes remaining in the flood plain, three because they were excluded, like mine. This time everyone signed on…except my attached neighbor. Sorry, PEMA said, you're out. Again.
The township pleaded my case. I called councilmen, senators, state reps, lawyers, all to no avail. No, it's certainly not fair, they all said. But basically, you're screwed. That's exactly what they said. I was crazed. How can this be? My neighbors have the right to refuse, but where are my rights?
At one point, someone at PEMA told me that I actually had a legal case against them, because the Robert P. Stafford Mitigation Act that pays for these buyouts was designed to protect me, and they had no right to refuse to include my house because it's attached to another. "But don't use my name," he said.
So, when Hurricane Sandy threatened, I secretly rejoiced: another chance! Saturday my friend and I hauled every moveable thing upstairs to the main level of my ranch twin. I even packed a few precious items like family pictures and the manuscript for my first book, and took them to my neighbors, where I weathered the storm, peering over every so often at the creek behind my house, an innocuous little trickle that can turn so quickly into a surprisingly raging waterway.
But Sandy was quirky. My son, who lives in Cape May County and stubbornly refused to evacuate, was untouched by it all. While it poured in parts of Philadelphia, and nearby Glenside sat in darkness, there was just the slightest rain here, a few hours of strong winds and no damage whatsoever. Lights remained on, lower level dry, and my lone little tree stands stalwart on the front lawn.
So that's why I was hoping there'd be so much damage from Sandy that this house I love would be flat-out totaled. How else will I get out? Who'd buy it? How can I even ask someone to? And lawsuits cost a lot of money. We were spared this time, but there will be a storm that gets us again, you can be sure. My nerves are shot, and my finances can't take another hit. I was counting on you, Sandy! You let me down, big-time!
Phyllis Redman, 67, retired four years ago from the Philadelphia School District, where she taught junior and senior English at Mastbaum AVTS in Kensington. She grew up in Cheltenham Township, traveled the country with two of her three sons in the early 1970s, came back and got a degree in her mid-40s. A "spiritual seeker," she also taught adult GED students. Now she writes, gardens, spends time with her five grandchildren and takes writing classes at Musehouse in Chestnut Hill "with wonderful teachers, Kathy Bonanno and Susan Gregory Thomas."

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I turned 57 the other day. No big deal, even though 57 is widely recognized as a serious milestone.
I'm sure if you "Google" it, you'll find all sorts of articles and blogs where "Baby Boomer" folks like me wax philosophic about the big 57. My generation has always been gifted when it comes to navel-gazing about things that don't matter.
Truth be told, I seemed to skid right on past the big event with barely a bump in the road. That may have been because my math skills are nonexistent. I spent a good bit of last year sitting on the fence between 56 and 57, literally and figuratively. I was fairly confident that I was one or the other.
But just to set my mind at ease and to stay razor sharp mentally, from the top of the fence I stopped a couple or three times to do a little math (the only kind I ever do). Since I suspected that I was already 57, it was nice to discover that I was younger than I thought.
Yes, I did that several times. You're right, of course. I should have just written it down—scrawled "56" in big letters on a Post It note and then stuck the sticky in the stacked up "leaning tower" stack of those notes I collect to keep me right on top of important events.
It's a pleasure to dig down through that sticky pile just often enough to get to throw away the half of the notes connected to monumental events that have already happened that I can now forget about. And it's gratifying to know that I've saved time and been ahead of the game by forgetting about them already, long before a less gifted forgetter could have been expected to forget about them. A guy who can't remember if he is 56 or 57 is world-class talented in the "forgetting" category.
I guess I also forgot to be alarmed by the fact that I kept forgetting the result of my math. I've been too busy living life and aging to worry much about aging.
But two things—make that three—cause me a little anxiety.
First, I've lived long enough to see styles returning that I thought had mercifully expired at the end of the seventies. Once around was more than enough, thank you. (I'm immensely thankful that our styles weren't tattooed on.)
Second, I'm hoping that maybe a shaky season or two during my forties will count as a "mid-life" crisis. It's not only too late to go through one now—I can't spare the time—the math worries me. If I had one now, at 57, would "mid-life" indicate that I'd have to hang around until I'm 114? I've got far better things to do and a much better place to be.
Third, though there is no doubt at all that the best thing about being 57 is getting to jump into a second childhood with your grandchildren, those little grandfolks are starting to grow too tall. I'm afraid my heart will break if the magic fairy princess castle out in our back yard ever turns back into just a shed.
What's "too old"? It's when your imagination withers and your heart starts to calcify. No wonder the Eternal One hugged children and said that the way to be saved is to be like them. At any age.
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Two Morenci Board of Education members will seek another term in office when their positions expire this summer.
Carrie Dillon joined the Morenci school board in 2005, filling an unexpired term vacated by Brad Heiple.
Gary Ries has served two full terms since he was first appointed to the board in 1999 to fill a vacancy.
Anyone intending to seek a seat on the board must file a nominating petition by 4 p.m. Feb. 13. The election is scheduled May 6 and the four-year terms begin July 1.
Michigan election law allows candidates to forgo the nominating process by filing a non-refundable filing fee of $100. The fee must by paid by Feb. 13.
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What would be the best way to archive items from one list to another. Is there OOB functionality for that or do I have do code this by myself? If I had to code it, what would be the best approach?
As long as the source and target lists are in the same site collection, you can move them with Manage Content and Structure (_layouts/sitemanager.aspx.
Some other options would be using a workflow to move data around, assuming it's within the same site collection. You can also use Content and structure to move items from list to list, depending on your SKU.
Another option is to use Information Rights Management (IRM). IRM allows you to specify retention times based on dates. When a specific time range is met, the IRM can trigger a workflow, in this case move it somewhere else.
To do bulk workflow operations after the fact, you can create another workflow that fires on edit that meets a certain condition. For instances like that, I typically create a simple column, like a number column, and specify in the workflow if number column = 1, then do something. Then in datasheet view, i set the desired items to 1 to initiate the workflow.
Other workflow tools like Nintex and K2 allow for looping.
What I'd like to achieve is move all items with specific date to another list. I tried that with a workflow but there is no such thing like loop where I can cycle through all items. – mikedevon Nov 9 '11 at 14:43
Moving bulk things around after the fact can be done with a different workflow that triggers on a specific condition. To handle that, I usually use the data sheet view to do the trigger. Another option presents itself, editing question. – Eric Alexander Nov 9 '11 at 15:08
You can use granular backup to achieve this either through the UI or PowerShell. The corresponding restore will require PowerShell. The finest level of granularity is the list - you can't work with individual list items (except through code or third party tools).
You can also create a list template from list settings in the UI (remember to check the "include content" option. This creates a ".stp" file, and also works with the 2007 version of SharePoint. The file can then be used to create a new list.
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The Top 40 Songs of 2012 is an end-of-the-year chart that reflects the gospel songs earning the most points as they appeared on the January � December 2012 charts. Thought you might be interested in seeing how many of the songs and artists you know in the top half.
The Top 40 Songs of 2012 is an end-of-the-year chart that reflects the gospel songs earning the most points as they appeared on the January � December 2012 charts. Thought you might be interested in seeing how many of the songs and artists you know in the top half.
No. 1 � �I Want To Know� featuring Mark Trammel Quartet
No. 2 � �I Know A Man Who Can� featuring Greater Vision
No. 3 � �I�ll Trust The Potter�s Hand� featuring Whisnants
No. 4 � �Almost Home� featuring Triumphant Quartet
No. 5 � �Mighty Big God� featuring Karen Peck & New River
No. 6 � �She Still Remembers Jesus� Name� featuring Booth Brothers
No. 7 � �I�m Listening For The Call� featuring Mark Bishop
No. 8 � �Tell Me Why � featuring Kingdom Heirs
No. 9 � �Masterpiece Of Mercy� featuring Booth Brothers
No. 10 � �Every Time I Need Him� featuring Perrys
No. 11 � �Peter, James And John� featuring Gold City
No. 12 � �Lord Of Life� featuring Gold City
No. 13 � �The I Of The Storm� featuring Old Paths Quartet
No. 14 � �I Made It By Grace� featuring McKameys
No. 15 � �Stepping Stones� featuring Browders
No. 16 � �The Part Where You Came In� featuring Brian Free & Assurance
No. 17� �I Get To� featuring Jeff & Sheri Easter
No. 18 � �Like I Wish I�d Lived� featuring Greater Vision
No. 19 � �I�m Going Home With Jesus� featuring Nelons
No. 20 � �Talk About Dying� featuring Inspirations
- New Covenant, from Beckley, W. VA, sings 6 p.m. Saturday, Living Word Ministries of Lake Norman, 1062 NC 16 S., Lowesville . A full meal, available for $10 and includes the concert, begins at 5 p.m. Call 704-618-9762 for additional information.
- The McKameys , Primitive Quartet, Brian Free & Assurance, The Diplomats sing 6 p.m. Saturday, Memorial Auditorium, Spartanburg, SC. Call 800-654-0810 for ticket availability or other information.
- The Beacons sing 6 p.m. Saturday, Good Samaritan Supper Club, 906 S. Eighth St., Bessemer City. A meal, available for $10, begins at 5 p.m. Call 704-860-3492 for information, tickets or reservations.
- The Anchormen Quartet sings 6 p.m. Sunday, Flint Hill Baptist, 2207 Flint Hill Church Road, Boiling Springs. A love offering will be received. Call 704-434-9517.
- Brian Free & Assurance sing 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Inspiration Baptist, Rock Hill.
- The Rogers sing 7 p.m. Saturday, Cane Creek Baptist, Mill Springs. They sing 7 p.m. Sunday, Riverside Baptist, Hogan Road, Harris. Call 864-839-6792.
- St. James Male Chorus sings 6 p.m. Sunday, Oakdale Baptist, 6440 Pleasant Grove Road, Charlotte. Call 704-545-5310.
- His Glory Quartet sings 6 p.m. Sunday, St. Pauls�s Baptist, Casar . Call 704-538-3131.
- The Primitive Quartet sings 6 p.m. Sunday, Zion Hill Baptist, Marion.
- Salvation Sound sings 6 p.m. Tuesday, Country Kitchen, 116 Main St., Dallas. Call 704-922-9597.
- Higher Ground sings 6 p.m. January 11, Granny�s Kitchen & Worship Center, Icard . Call 828-397-3588.
- Charles Billingsley will be singing and speaking 7:05 p.m. Jan. 11, Temple Baptist, 701 Littlejohn St., Gastonia. Call 704-865-0420.
Consider this: Since light travels faster than sound, some people appear bright � until you hear them speak!
Send your Gospel Music news to Jack Kimbro at 644 Archie Whitesides Road, Gastonia, NC, 28052.


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Rail companies got a late start on routine maintenance this year, which could create a back-up of trains and long lines at grain elevators.
Elevator managers in the Upper Midwest may have a difficult time this fall finding enough trains to ship the nation's corn, soybeans and wheat to ports. That's because a number of rail companies got a late start on routine maintenance on some of their main tracks. The maintenance could create a back-up of trains, and long lines at grain elevators. And talks of a bin buster crop in 2013 could make the situation even worse.
"Some rails have their maintenance system going through harvest," says John Grassley, director of Retail Services for CHS. "So, we could see some disruptions and some challenges this fall."
The late spring pushed everything back, including maintenance projects on U.S. railways. This could mean big hurdles for farmers, specifically in the upper Midwest, trying to get their crop harvested and sold.
"If an elevator is full, a farmer won't be able to deliver, and for us, every time you can't make a trade, we don't like to be able to do that. We like to be able to meet the farmers' needs," Grassley says.
Grassley says these maintenance projects are needed each year. This year, however, the timing could be bad.
"Long term, this will be good for us and it will be a benefit to the ag industry," he says. "Short-term, we're going to feel some pain this fall."
Even with possible hiccups this fall, the fact is today, U.S. railways are hauling less agricultural goods than before.
"We used to haul about 50 percent of our demand by rail, for both domestic and export market positions at our ports," says Randy Gordon, President of National grain and Feed Association. "It's down to about 28 or 26 percent right now.
He says that's largely been replaced by trucks, but with increased efficiency in rail, it could regain some of that share in the future.
"As you get the bigger trains now with UniTrain shipments of 110 cars and up, it's a very efficient way to move vast quantities of agricultural commodities to both domestic and export market positions," says Gordon.
Ag shipments are now competing with the boom of crude oil on rail. For many ag companies who rely on trains, there's uncertainty it can keep with agriculture's need for speed.
"If the economy recovers, if coal recovers, there's all this capacity and all this need for rail, will the railroads be able to provide enough capacity to meet all the demand?" says Grassley. "Specifically with us, it's agricultural needs."


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Mahindra follows the introduction of the new Mahindra Max series with the announcement and launch of three additional new products for 2012: The Mahindra 4025 4WD, the Mahindra 4010 Gear and the Mahindra 4010 HST. The new models will be available at local Mahindra dealerships in early March. In addition, the Mahindra 4025 4WD, 4010 Gear and 4010 HST will be on display at the World Ag Expo in Tulare, Calif., Feb. 14-16, and at the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, Ky., Feb. 15-18.
The Mahindra 4025 4WD features include:
- Loader lift capacity with skid-steer quick-attach bucket
- Four-cylinder wet sleeve engine for big power and long life
- A big capacity 3-pt. hitch with draft control standard
- An on and off platform and simple, long-lasting transmission and brakes
- Mahindra 35 series-style suspension seat with arm rests standard
- Optional ag or industrial tires available at the same price
- Available with factory or dealer installed backhoe
"Our customers are going to be very excited about the new Mahindra 4010 HST and 4010 Gear models," said Cleo Franklin, Mahindra vice president of marketing and strategic planning. "These easy to operate and own tractors offer a durable compact design and best-in-class maneuverability that are perfect to tackle mowing, tilling, digging, material handling, light construction, landscaping, grading and even municipal jobs."
The 4010 Gear MSRP is priced at $19,950, the 2010 HST MSRP is priced at $21,250 and the 4025 4WD starts at $19,175. For more information, visit MahindraMax.com.


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EMPIRE FIELD, Vancouver, B.C.
7 p.m. ET (TSN2; KHOU/Azteca; watch LIVE online)
August 27, 2011 (WEEK 24; MLS Game 237)
Vancouver Whitecaps FC and the Houston Dynamo meet for the second time this season when the clubs face off Saturday afternoon at Empire Field. Whitecaps FC return home after a 2-1 loss at fellow expansion side Portland last weekend. The Dynamo extended their unbeaten streak in dramatic fashion last weekend, a last-gasp 3-2 win against Real Salt Lake at home.
REFEREE: Niko Bratsis. SAR (bench): Craig Lowry; JAR (opposite): Claudio Badea; 4th: Ricardo Salazar
MLS Career: 7 games; FC/gm: 24.6; Y/gm: 3.2; R: 0; pens: 1
INJURY REPORT: VANCOUVER WHITECAPS FC — OUT: FW Atiba Harris (R knee surgery); MF Russell Teibert (R rib contusion); GK Brian Sylvestre (L knee strain); QUESTIONABLE: MF Alexandre Morfaw (L hamstring strain); MF Michael Nanchoff (R hip flexor); MF Jeb Brovsky (R hamstring strain); PROBABLE: FW Eric Hassli (back strain) ... HOUSTON DYNAMO — DOUBTFUL: FW Will Bruin (L knee surgery); MF Danny Cruz (R quad strain)
INTERNATIONAL ABSENCES: none
SUSPENDED: VAN: Camilo (caution accumulation; through Aug. 28)
SUSPENDED NEXT YELLOW CARD: VAN: Jordan Harvey, Alain Rochat ... HOU: Bobby Boswell
SUSPENDED AFTER TWO YELLOW CARDS: VAN: Michael Boxall, Jeb Brovsky, Jay DeMerit, Jonathan Leathers ... HOU: Danny Cruz, Brad Davis, Hunter Freeman, Adam Moffat, Je-Vaughn Watson, Cam Weaver
- ALL-TIME: Whitecaps FC 0 wins, 1 goal ... Dynamo 1 win, 3 goals ... Ties 1
- Cam Weaver, Bobby Boswell and Will Bruin all scored as the Dynamo eased to a 3-1 win, April 10 at Robertson Stadium, in the first meeting ever between the clubs.
- Coaches record: Tom Soehn v HOU: P6 W2 L3 D1 ... Dominic Kinnear vs. VAN: P1 W1 L0 D0
- 4/10: HOU 3, VAN 1 (Weaver 37, Boswell 42, Bruin 76 — Camilo 38
- The game burst into life late in the first half with three goals in a five-minute span. The Dynamo took the lead in the 37th minute when Cam Weaver pounced on a Brad Davis corner kick that Bobby Boswell had flicked on.
- Whitecaps FC pulled even barely a minute later. Winger Davide Chiumiento slipped a ball through to Camilo after spinning away from the Dynamo defense. The Brazilian striker put a point blank shot over Houston goalkeeper Tally Hall's right shoulder.
- Boswell restored the Dynamo margin in the 42nd minute. After a corner kick was cleared, Danny Cruz's cross found the center back behind the pulled-up Vancouver back line and he knocked a shot past 'keeper Jay Nolly.
- Houston finished off the match in the the 76th minute. Rookie Will Bruin beat Nolly to a through ball as the 'keeper raced off his line, skipping around him and sliding the ball into the back of the net for his first professional goal.
- HOUSTON DYNAMO (4-1-3-2): Tally Hall - Hunter Freeman, Bobby Boswell, Andre Hainault, Corey Ashe - Lovel Palmer - Danny Cruz, Geoff Cameron, Brad Davis (Colin Clark 92+) - Cam Weaver (Jason Garey 84), Will Bruin.
- VANCOUVER WHITECAPS FC (4-4-2): Jay Nolly - Jonathan Leathers, Michael Boxall, Jay DeMerit (Russell Teibert 46), Blake Wagner - Davide Chiumiento, Jeb Brovsky, Alain Rochat, Nizar Khalfan (Mouloud Akloul 79) - Atiba Harris, Camilo (Omar Salgado 84)
Vancouver Whitecaps FC suffered a second consecutive loss on the road, falling 2-1 to the Portland Timbers in the first meeting of the expansion teams, Saturday evening at Jeld-Wen Field. Whitecaps FC have 18 points from 25 matches, sitting in ninth place in the Western Conference.
- The Timbers opened the scoring with the earliest goal in their MLS history. From a turnover in midfield, Jack Jewsbury played forward to Jorge Perlaza, who then slipped it to Diego Chara in the area. He then fired a shot into the top corner of the goal past a diving Joe Cannon.
- Portland then doubled their lead just after the half-hour. A Jewsbury free kick found defender Mamadou Danso in the area. His header deflected off a Vancouver defender -- but fell perfectly for Perlaza, who chipped home neatly from the spot.
- Whitecaps FC pulled a goal back in the 88th minute on a wonderful effort from Camilo. Receiving a pass from Jordan Harvey in the area, he cut back away from his marker and curled a sublime right-footed shot inside the far right post.
- Whitecaps FC head coach Tom Soehn made two changes to the team that lost 4-0 to D.C. United at RFK Stadium. Jeb Brovsky came in at fullback for Jonathan Leathers, and Davide Chiumiento came into the midfield for Shea Salinas.
- VANCOUVER WHITECAPS FC (4-4-2): Joe Cannon - Jeb Brovsky, Jay DeMerit, Michael Boxall, Jordan Harvey - John Thorrington, Peter Vagenas (Mustapha Jarju 51), Gershon Koffie, Davide Chiumiento (Shea Salinas 63) - Eric Hassli (Omar Salgado 84), Camilo.
- Whitecaps FC remain one of three teams winless away from home, with an 0-10-4 record away from Empire Field, along with Toronto FC (0-8-6) — and the Dynamo (0-4-8).
- "The way we started out, giving a goal that early, so disappointing. We knew the first 15 [minutes] were going to be energetic from them, but we lost the first half in that regard so much as competing," said Whitecaps FC head coach Tom Soehn. "Second half we did a much better job but ultimately the stat that counts is the 2-1."
- Three teams in MLS history have finished the season without a road win: the 2003 LA Galaxy (0-9-6), New York in 2009 (0-13-2), and expansion Real Salt Lake in 2005 (0-14-2).
- "On the road it's always difficult, we still generated a lot of set pieces but we also talked about on both sides of set pieces we have to be aggressive," Soehn said. "Whatever corners we had, we have to get on the end of them I don't think we were very dangerous and those are quality opportunities that we're passing up."
- Camilo scored a third goal in the last six games for Whitecaps FC in the 2-1 loss at Portland; with eight, he is two behind team leader Eric Hassli, who is tied for third in the MLS Golden Boot standings.
- For the second time in five games, rookie Jeb Brovsky played right back. The 19th overall selection in the 2011 SuperDraft out of Notre Dame, who had figured primarily as a midfielder, first started in the back line July 20 vs. San Jose.
- "I think it's a work in progress; there's no excuse if I make a mistake, but I obviously need to learn the role quicker than most," Brovsky said. "Some people grow up in that position, but I have full confidence in my tactical ability that I can learn it."
- With two games remaining in the Cascadia Cup — both at home — Whitecaps FC are in third place with one point from two games. Seattle Sounders FC lead with five points from three games; the Timbers now have four points from three games.
- "That was obviously one of our goals that we set out at the beginning of the season and it's still very much alive. We've got the Cascadia Cup at home so it's in our hands and we've got to pick ourselves up for it," said defender Michael Boxall.
The Houston Dynamo again provided late drama in extending their unbeaten streak to five games, scoring the game-winner in stoppage time in a 3-2 defeat of Real Salt Lake on Saturday evening at Robertson Stadium. The Dynamo have 35 points from 26 games on the season, moving into third place in the Eastern Conference.
- Real opened the scoring in the 28th minute. Fabian Espíndola latched on to a deflected pass and beat Houston goalkeeper Tally Hall to the far post with an angled shot from the right side of the area.
- But the home side pulled even two minutes after the second-half restart. Carlo Costly laid a deft pass off to Davis at the top of the box, who fought through two defenders to square a ball to the Brian Ching, who then poked a shot out of goalkeeper Nick Rimando's reach.
- Yet on the hour, RSL again nosed in front. Luis Gil split defenders Hunter Freeman and Bobby Boswell to latch onto an Espíndola cross from the right flank and head home.
- The Dynamo again evened terms nine minutes later. Brad Davis found Bobby Boswell at the near post on a corner kick, and the center back floated a curling header that landed inside the far-side netting.
- Then in stoppage time, a cross was cleared out only as far as Alex Dixon on the right. He corralled the ball and cut onto his left foot, unleashing a sterling strike that sailed past Rimando's despairing dive inside the far post.
- Dynamo head coach Dominic Kinnear made three changes to the team that came back for a late 1-1 draw with the New England Revolution at Gillette Stadium. Corey Ashe came in at fullback for Jermaine Taylor, Colin Clark started in place of the suspended Adam Moffat, and Carlo Costly started up top for Cam Weaver.
- HOUSTON DYNAMO (4-1-3-2): Tally Hall - Hunter Freeman, Andre Hainault, Bobby Boswell, Corey Ashe - Je-Vaughn Watson - Colin Clark (Alex Dixon 81), Geoff Cameron, Brad Davis - Brian Ching (Calen Carr 92+), Carlo Costly (Cam Weaver 84).
- The Dynamo won for a third consecutive game at Robertson Stadium — and extended their unbeaten streak to five games — with the win against Real Salt Lake.
- "I just think everyone's playing better," said head coach Dominic Kinnear. "At the beginning of the year, we were just treading water. We were going good but not busting through, but now everyone has upped their game. Plus they're having fun. They're undefeated in five and have only one loss in the last 10. I think anytime you get a point and play well, it gives you confidence ó and the mistakes don't bug them because that confidence is there."
- Home Grown Player Alex Dixon, who graduated from Atascocita H.S. in nearby Humble, Texas and was signed out of the University of North Carolina during preseason, scored his first professional goal in his seventh league appearance, all as a substitute.
- "He is learning how to become a professional. It is only one goal, so we have to take it easy, but it certainly came at the right time, and it capped off a good week for us," said Kinnear. "I'm happy for him. Sometimes the criticism from the older players and myself can be harsh and honest, but he kept his chin up, and I always tell him that we will give you a chance to play on the field because we have confidence that you can help this team at any particular time."
- Brad Davis extended his lead in the MLS assists race with a pair of helpers in the win against RSL. Now with 13 assists on the season, Davis has four assists in the last five games.
- "We were moving the ball well. We found Brad a lot in the last half-an-hour," said Brian Ching. "When Brad gets the ball, it's always a dangerous situation. We had a lot of chances, as did they, and I thought Nick Rimando made a lot of good saves. The more times you try and put the ball in the box, it puts pressure on the defense, and you hope to get something out of it."
- Ching scored his fourth goal in his last five appearances, and has taken over the Dynamo lead with five goals. The Dynamo are undefeated in the 10 games Ching has started this year.
- The Dynamo finally have midfielder Luiz Camargo available after receiving his P-1 visa. While the Dynamo midfield is particularly deep, the Brazilian, last with Paran· Clube, is ready to make his mark.
- "I'm pretty sure this team has more than eight games left," Camargo said. "I'm sure they're going to qualify [for the playoffs] and I'm ready to help in this squad any way I can."


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Nashville, Tenn. --- Women's basketball junior Jasmin Shuler and associate athletic trainer Patrice Elder received Service Learning Awards at the 2012 Community Partners Luncheon put on by the Center for Service-Learning and Civic Engagement.
The mission of the Center for Service Learning & Civic Engagement is to facilitate quality educational experiences through community-based service learning. The Center connects campus and community resources to create diverse learning experiences and to serve community needs.
Jasmin Shuler was the recipient of the Undergraduate Student Service Award while Patrice Elder received the Staff/Administrator Community Service Award.
The Student Service Awards honor one full-time undergraduate student and one full-time graduate student who have made service an integral part of their college experience by their significant contributions to the campus and community. The recipient's efforts build partnerships between the campus and community, are supported by personal reflections about the service, and demonstrate a commitment to lifelong engagement. The recipients also have demonstrated leadership by making multiple contributions to TSU and the community through community service involvement.
"It truly is a blessing from God to receive this award," commented Jasmin Shuler. "I felt very honored to be in the presence of legendaries such as Dr. Fuller as she receive her legacy award as well as the other attendees that are about business and serving their community. Tennessee State University is all about community service and as a student-athlete service is very important to me. With the Centennial Celebration approaching its time for a change and for students to step up and really be about helping one another in the community. This is an award that I will always appreciate and will never forget."
The Staff/Administrator Community Service Award honors full-time staff member/administrator who demonstrates excellence in service to the community through both personal and professional volunteer service. The recipient's service activities are collaboratively developed with community members and demonstrate a commitment to advocating for service on campus and beyond.
Associate head athletic trainer Patrice Elder had this to say: "It is an honor to receive the 2012 Staff/Administrator Community Service/Service Learning Award. My family instilled in me the essence of volunteering at a young age. I thank God for them, being nominated by my supervisor, Monroe Abram, and for the success of the athletic training program. The reward of teaching the athletic training students cannot be explained in just this quote. They amaze me by their growth and maturity in learning this profession. I experience multiple benefits in working with the students every day and I always pray for the continued growth of this program and our department. I am passionate about athletic training and I love spreading it to others."
In 2011 The TSU Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) was recognized with the Outstanding Student Organization Community Service Award during the luncheon.
2012 Service Learning Award Recipients
Undergraduate Student Service Award & Graduate Service Award - Jasmin Shuler (Undergraduate) & Brittany Sims (Graduate)
Faculty Engaged Scholar Award - Dr. Elizabeth A. Williams
Faculty Award for Exemplary Service-Learning - Professor Natalie Housel
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As we walk to the venue for our first seminar, it's impossible not to get transported to the beautiful Ottoman era, with carefully crafted architectures, alluring aromas of baklavas, bougainvillea hanging from balconies like Rapunzel and her flowing hair, and lots and lots of cats! Michael Binyon, our guest speaker for tonight, shares his insights on how culture can be a tool for soft power in diplomacy, citing language as the tool England uses to export its culture whilst other nations can export ballet, music, or art. We end the speech with a feast served in a decorative dining hall, the hanging chandeliers cast light on my colleagues and their dreams for making our societies appreciate the beautiful nuances of culture as if we were all financed for loans and had everything ready in life.
The trip gets better. The next morning, we walk towards a vintage Ottoman bank that's currently being renovated into a cultural centre. Our guest speakers come from different parts of the world, all with the aim of sharing their learnings with us. Some of the key takeaways from these sessions include: staying informed about our industries in terms of facts and events, the importance of networking, understanding our target audiences, and framing cultural policies to suit governments' strategies. Two of the best examples of taking community needs and delivering cultural products in an inventive way were The Story Museum in Oxford and the Edinburgh International Book Festival. Both platforms bring to life the stories that surround us and connect with us across our various life stages. I was riveted by the sheer passions of the attendees and felt like I've reached a cozy home where I can cheerfully discuss my personal and professional love for literature.
In between the sessions, we are whirled off to tours of museums, mosques, cultural centers, the Old Town, the Grand Bazaar, and Miniaturk. Istanbul is timelessly enchanting.
After the sessions, we are asked to draft a plan for utilizing our grants to advance our knowledge and skills in our respective fields. One thing that everyone knows about me is that I'm fond of books. I love reading them, holding them, collecting them, sharing them. I would like nothing better than for people to enjoy the pleasures of escaping to beautiful vistas and action-packed adventures.
So, I've decided to invest in a scoping trip to the United Kingdom to gain insights into the inner workings of the children's literature industry; from policy-making and research through to understanding the management of reader development and literacy programmes, to understanding the children's literature publishing industry, and networking with practitioners. My plan got approved later in December. I was excited beyond comprehension!
In spring, I got the honor of meeting with three key stakeholders in London; the Arts Council, Booktrust, and the National Literacy Trust – all three entities are in charge of literacy and reader development. I had asked all of them a set of important questions: why is culture still important amidst the budget reform and the financial crisis? Is there priority for certain forms of culture than others? What is the role of the organization? Who are the delivery partners? What are the flagship programmes? Are there any research papers available for public reading on the state of culture in the United Kingdom? What's the best strategy for sourcing funding?
I received sufficient responses from the three organizations. My takeaways from the meetings are that there are many delivery organizations in the sector and they take on a lead for providing cultural services across the country. Also, with budgets being tightened, organizations are efficient with their spending and focus on programmes that have a direct impact or engagement with their target audiences. For example, Booktrust partnered with health clinics to distribute their gift packs to new parents when they go for their baby's wellbeing check-up including diet programs from Reportshealthcare, and they even included some plantwear accessories to make parents feel good. Libraries also play a significant role in embracing children's literary interests and honing them as they grow. If you have a baby, and you're searching for a toy for teething at 2 months old, my babies planet website has completely suitable toys for your baby. It's very important to periodically issue research papers that support the effectiveness of the programmes in order to justify and sustain funding.
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The Maine State Knights of Columbus announce their support of the National Veterans Family Center in Belgrade, Maine. This site, the first of its kind in the United States will cater to amputee wounded warriors and their families. A place to provide healing and independence, it is the dream of SSG Travis Mills one of only 5 living quad-amputee wounded warriors.
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Financial advisors and broker-dealer executives are finding time for charitable work and fun this holiday season. LPL Financial (LPLA) Chairman and CEO Mark Casady, for instance, is supporting an animal-rescue fund drive by growing a beard and posting photos of it on Twitter.
"This is a great cause, and we are happy to support our friends at Animal Friends and Fragasso Financial Advisors," said Casady, in a statement. "Animal Friends is an outstanding organization with a compassionate mission. I'm happy to grow some fur of my own to help them reach their fundraising goal and continue to provide services for at-risk pets around Pittsburgh."
While Casady is taking a somewhat unusual approach to his charitable work, some advisors are taking action to support causes dear to their hearts through more traditional methods.
Advisors with South Texas Money Management, a San Antonio-based RIA, just sponsored an event to support international artists at the Pearl Brewery retail complex, while James Hamilton of Raymond James (RJF) is supporting an arts group that works with inner-city kids in Atlanta.
"Our founder, Jeanie Wyatt, is a longtime supporter of the arts community," said Lance Lahourcade, a managing director, with South Texas Money Management, in a statement. "One of our missions at South Texas Money Management is to give back to the communities that we serve."
The opportunity to be a sponsor of the artisans fair, Lahourcade adds, was "a great opportunity to do both of these things." Plus, the advsiors hope that support for the artists, who come from Afghanistan, Haiti, Kenya, Mexico, Namibia and other countries, will help improve these respective communities.
"It's a busy time of year, and it's also a time of giving," said Hamilton, in an interview with ThinkAdvisor. "We focus on individuals, new businesses, business leaders, civic leaders and other partners to show them the work we do with Wonderoot."
The Wonderoot Community Arts Center open house, which takes place late on Thursday, gives about 500 community members a chance to meet artists and cultural group and see where they develop their creativity, the advisor says. (The facility is located in the Reynoldstown area of Atlanta.)
Hamilton also is working with Wonderoot to roll out the third phase of its Community Support Art program. For this effort, the organization sells "shares" for about $600. This entitles "investors" to six pieces of art.
"This program runs year round, but during the holidays there's a special push for more involvement," explained Hamilton, who notes that the program aims to raise $24,000 for local artists.
Drew Bilotta, another advisor with Raymond James, recently wrapped up a November charity drive that raised $1,000 for a group fighting hunger in the Delaware Valley.
"This year at Thanksgiving, we contributed to Philabundance," said Bilotta, in a statement. "We accompanied this contribution with a newsletter story to our clients to remind them of our PAX Makes a Difference initiative and to remind folks about the click-through giving form based on website traffic."
Each month, Bilotta and other members of Wayne, Pa.-based PAX Partners feature a different charity to receive a donation on the group's website. This month's charity is the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
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(Editor's note: Since this story was published, Michael Kirby has denied reports that he could be appointed.)
The Commonwealth may appoint openly gay senior judge Michael Kirby as its 'Commissioner for Good' at its October annual meeting in Perth, Australia, according to Civil Liberties Australia.
The proposed Commissioner is a recommendation from the 11-member Eminent Person's Group (EPG), which was conceived at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) at Trinidad and Tobago in 2009.
Kirby is an EPG member and former Justice of the High Court of Australia.
The EPG was set up to advise the 2011 CHOGM in Australia on how to improve the Commonwealth's institutions to make them stronger and more effective, particularly on how to create a "stronger, more resilient and progressive [organisation] founded on enduring values and principles," according to Kirby.
The proposed catch-all commission for governance and liberties "is meant to address the silence and toothlessness of the Commonwealth for decades on human rights issues," says Civil Liberties Australia (CLA).
CLA report that the Commissioner would hold office for four-to-five years, is likely to be a former judge and report directly to the Commonwealth Ministerial Advisory Group. They understand that the EPG has submitted a concise 'Values Paper', which CHOGM will be asked to endorse. They note that the appointment of an openly gay man to the new position is likely to be resisted by many Commonwealth nations.
The Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations says that Kirby will be pushing for discussion of LGBT human rights at the CHOGM meeting in Perth alongside Justice A.P. Shah, former Chief Justice of Delhi, India.
CHOGM will see concerted lobbying with a Statement of Action of Decriminalisation of Same Sex Conduct currently drawing signatures from groups throughout the Commonwealth.
Gay Australian Labor MP Ian Hunter says that he will be lobbying Australian Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd to:
"encourage the Commonwealth to publicly declare its support for LGBTI rights and to take a stand against member states who not only tolerate homophobia, but in some cases actively promote this kind of discrimination and hatred."
Currently of the 54 Commonwealth nations, more than 40 uphold a total ban on homosexuality and in some countries, including Nigeria, Cameroon and Uganda, homophobic witch-hunts still take place.
Human rights activist Peter Tatchell has also called for the Commonwealth to put homophobia and transphobia on the meeting's agenda.
In a letter to the UK Foreign Secretary, Tatchell highlights:
"The penalties for homosexuality include 25 years jail in Trinidad and Tobago and 20 years plus flogging in Malaysia. Several Commonwealth countries stipulate life imprisonment: Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Pakistan, Uganda, Bangladesh and Guyana.
"These forty-plus Commonwealth member states account for more than half of the world's countries that still criminalise same-sex relations," he said.
"The Commonwealth Secretary General, Kamalesh Sharma, has not spoken out against the recent arrest, jailing and mistreatment of men accused of homosexuality in Cameroon. He should show leadership by publicly pointing out to the Cameroon government that its persecution of LGBT people in incompatible with Commonwealth values."
Tatchell has been encouraging lobbying of Rudd, requesting him to put LGBT human rights on the CHOGM agenda.
In June Secretary General Sharma responded to prior criticism by Tatchell, saying that because the 2009 'Affirmation of Commonwealth Values and Principles', agreed by all Heads of Government includes the words "...for all without discrimination on any grounds..." this includes discrimination on grounds of sexual orientation.
Sharma claimed that work is going on "behind the scenes."
"This sometimes leads to a perception that we are inactive or silent on certain issues. This could not be further from the truth."
"I have consistently made it clear publicly that we deplore hate crimes of any nature and the vilification and targeting of gay and lesbian people runs counter to the fundamental values of the Commonwealth," Sharma said.
"The Commonwealth operates through encouragement not coercion. Ours is the helping hand not the publicly wagging finger used by others. That is how progress on human rights has been best achieved in the Commonwealth."
A protest march Oct. 28 in Perth will include protests against the lack of LGBT human rights in many Commonwealth nations.
An official Speakers' Corner which is part of the 'People's Space' during the Festival surrounding the event is calling for "vocal members of the public speaking about colourful, controversial and thought-provoking issues from our community and hot topics from around the Commonwealth" - including gay and lesbian rights.
A new group, the Human Dignity Trust, was announced last week. It is setting out to change the law, in the Commonwealth and beyond, on the basis that, in those countries already signed up to various international agreements, it is a breach of international human rights law to criminalise someone's sexual identity.
Legal moves challenging criminalization are already underway in Belize and Botswana and are being discussed in Kenya.
CEO Jonathan Cooper told The Guardian that the Trust's patrons – which include the former attorney general of India; the former secretary general of the Commonwealth; Lord Woolf, former lord chief justice of England and Wales; and a former judge at the Intra-American court of human rights - "are not pursuing this as part of a lesbian and gay agenda. It's an international rights law agenda."
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McGeorge collaborated with the UC Davis School of Law and La Raza Law Students Association's Cesar Chavez Day of Service immigration service events.
Blake Nordahl and Raquel Aldana organized the volunteers from McGeorge. Other collaborators were California Rural Legal Assistance Foundation, Immigrant Legal Resource Center, and University of the Pacific in Stockton.
The first of two naturalization workshops to assist eligible lawful permanent residents to apply for United States Citizenship was held on March 30 at the SIEU Local 1000 office in Sacramento. The second will be held on April 13 at University of the Pacific in Stockton.
More than 100 applicants were served at the March 30 workshop by dozens of volunteer attorneys and law students, including at least 10 McGeorge students ranging from first year to LLM, and several alumni.


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Absent a carbon pricing regime, be it at the federal level or provincial level, how do you propose that those communities or individual landowners—assuming there was a will—be paid for their significant benefit, other than if you will through the goodwill of corporations? Everybody does everything for a variety of motivations, maybe even greenwash and things of that nature. Outside of a carbon pricing regime, how do you price that benefit?


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With the AW110 you get a 16-megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor capable of shooting 1080p movies through a 5x wide-angle lens. On the back is a 3-inch OLED screen, which is a big bonus over the likes of GoPro. Throw in built-in Wi-Fi and GPS and you have a really feature-packed tough cam. Nikon has even included an altimeter for climbers and a hydro-barometer for divers.
A clever action cam control mode is included so you can operate the AW110 when you are underwater or in situations where your hands can't access the physical controls. All you need do is swing the camera left or right to control it. The AW110 will launch in camouflage, blue, black and orange.
The S31 is a touch different. The whole camera features big buttons and very clear menus so anyone in the family can get to grips with it. On the back is a 2.7-inch LCD screen with a 3x optical zoom lens sitting in front of a 10-megapixel sensor.
The camera can shoot 720p video down to a depth of 5 metres, is shockproof to 1.2 metres and dustproof. Shooting buttons are deliberately on the sides of the camera to stop younger photographers sticking their fingers in the way of the lens.
The S31 will ship in yellow, pink, blue and white and will be going on sale on 21 February for £99. The AW110 will ship on the same day, priced at £329.


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The Best Defense
This story appears in the February 1999 issue of Entrepreneur. Subscribe »
Once someone comes up with a great idea, mistrust and suspicion of others usually follow. And for good reason: You've got something others could steal from you. How can you protect yourself against would-be partners looking to rip you off? There are numerous sources you can turn to for help.
Tomima Edmark is the inventor of the TopsyTail and several other products and is author of The American Dream Fact Pack ($49.95), available by calling (800) 558-6779. Questions regarding inventions and patents may be sent to "Bright Ideas," Entrepreneur, 2392 Morse Ave., Irvine, CA 92614.
Federal Trade Commission
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is a government agency that accepts written complaints from consumers and will investigate a company if enough complaints are filed against it. Complaints should be sent to the Correspondence Department, Federal Trade Commission, Sixth and Pennsylvania Aves. N.W., Washington, DC 20580.
The FTC also has the power to enforce the Freedom of Information Act. If you submit a written request for any public document, such as a company's filings with the state or records of court proceedings, the FTC will provide a copy to you if it has not been exempted by law. Include in your request the company name, the product or service they provide, and a requested time frame for receiving the document. The FTC should send you a written response within 10 working days. For more information, call the FTC hotline at (202) 326-2222. Requests for documents should be sent to the Deputy Executive Director for Planning and Information, Federal Trade Commission, Sixth and Pennsylvania Aves. N.W., Washington, DC 20580.
It's an unfortunate fact that business today is fraught with legal potholes. It's therefore a good idea to find an attorneys you can turn to when needed. In the beginning, look for someone skilled in the art of patent protection. Known as intellectual property attorneys, this type of legal advisor can assist you, step by step, with the patent and trademark filing processes, patent searches, patent law issues and more. An attorney can also act as your intermediary, speaking with third parties for you, if you are unable or unwilling to do so.
To find a reputable intellectual property attorney, get a referral or contact the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) and ask about an attorney's status. The PTO's office of Enrollment and Discipline provides information about the status of licensed patent agents (attorneys registered to practice before the PTO). Contact the PTO at (800) 786-9199 or visit its Web site at http://www.uspto.gov
The Internet
You can find just about anything on the Internet, using any one of dozens of search engines. If the company you're looking up doesn't have a Web site, however, take heed: These days, any company without a Web presence is either too poor to afford one or woefully behind the times.
Better Business Bureau
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is a helpful resource for entrepreneurs who want to check out a particular agent or company. But many people don't understand what the BBB really is or how it operates. Companies pay membership fees to be a member of the BBB and must meet certain standards in order to be accepted. When a complaint is filed against any company, the BBB informs that business. The company is then given 30 business days to resolve the problem. If the complaint is not resolved, the problem goes on the company's record. The BBB can even rescind a problem company's membership. When you request a report on a company, the BBB doesn't tell you the total number of complaints filed, only the number of unresolved complaints. Thus, the information you receive isn't the whole story, but it's a good place to start. To check a prospective company, call the BBB in the city in which the business is located.
Dun & Bradstreet
Another information resource is Dun & Bradstreet (D&B). D&B is a business reporting service and, for a nominal fee, will provide you with information on most companies.
D&B offers several types of reports at various prices. They include such information as a company's legal history, operations data and payment history. For more information, call D&B at (800) 879-1362, ext. 9712, or visit its Web site at http://www.dnb.com
Nonprofit Organizations
There are many nonprofit organizations that can help you in your research. They're a great resource and many times will help you for free or for a small fee. Finding groups in your area is as simple as contacting your local chamber of commerce. Some groups provide a way for inventors to gather and exchange information, give advice, and get together to trade ideas.
The SBA frequently offers workshops and seminars on a variety of topics, including inventing. The majority of its services are free. Most cities have SBA offices, so check the phone book for your nearest branch.
Funded by the SBA, the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) is designed to help small businesses. More than 12,000 retired executives in 389 chapters across the United States volunteer their time to help entrepreneurs. SCORE can put you in touch with a successful inventor who can give you business advice. To find the SCORE office nearest you, call your local SBA office or the national SCORE office in Washington, DC, at (800) 634-0245.
United Inventors Association of the USA
This nonprofit organization was created solely to help inventors. It publishes a monthly newsletter and can suggest people and companies to work with. The United Inventors Association of the USA (UIAUSA) also acts as a "watchdog" for inventors and entrepreneurs. It informs its members of current industry legislation and reports on fraudulent companies. The UIAUSA can also offer information on local inventors' organizations in your area. Contact the association at (716) 359-9310.
Patent Infringement Abatement Insurance
This is an alternative to consider if you've filed for a patent but don't have the financial means to defend yourself should someone infringe on your idea. Patent infringement abatement insurance pays for outside legal expenses incurred in enforcing your patent against infringers, and also pays for the cost of fighting others' attempts to invalidate your patent. The policy must be in place prior to litigation or knowledge of the legal controversy. To get a referral for an insurance provider, talk to your business insurance agent.
State Attorney General's Office
This state government office will send you a report listing any complaints filed against a particular company doing business in your state. If enough complaints are sent to the attorney general about a particular company, the office may launch an investigation into the company's business practices.
Westlaw & Lexis-Nexis
Most attorneys and law libraries have access to legal databases. Westlaw and Lexis-Nexis are two of the largest. For a fee paid online, these services allow you to search names of people or companies for a history of present and past lawsuits. If a court has awarded a settlement or judgment, this information is also provided. These services are useful when looking to see if a company is litigious or has been the subject of suits from others.
Some major public libraries and most law libraries have access to these services for free or for a small fee. You may want to have an attorney skilled in using these databases do the search for you, however. His or her search would take less time and probably be more thorough than if you tried to do it yourself. For more information, contact Westlaw at (800) 937-8529 or http://www.westlaw.com Lexis-Nexis can be reached at (800) 356-6548 or http://www.lexis-nexis.com
U.S. Customs Service
Once you're awarded a patent, trademark or copyright, record it with the U.S. Customs Service to get help blocking illegal, imported knockoffs. Counterfeit goods most often come through California, Florida, New York and Texas. For more information, contact U.S. Customs at (202) 927-6724, or visit http://www.customs.ustreas.gov
Picking good partners to get your invention to market is a skill mainly learned through trial and error, but these resources can give you the information you need to get a head start.


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Beijing: A strong earthquake in a dry, hilly farming area in western China knocked down power lines and damaged scores of homes early Monday, killing at least 47 people and injuring nearly 300, the local government said.
The quake hit near the city of Dingxi in Gansu province, a region of mountains, desert and pastureland. Residents described shaking windows and swinging lights but little major damage and little panic. Tremors were felt in the provincial capital of Lanzhou 177 kilometers (110 miles) north, and as far away as Xi'an, 400 kilometers (250 miles) to the east.
"You could see the chandeliers wobble and the windows vibrating and making noise, but there aren't any cracks in the walls. Shop assistants all poured out onto the streets when the shaking began," said a front desk clerk at the Wuyang Hotel in the Zhang County seat about 40 kilometers (25 miles) from the epicenter. The clerk surnamed Bao refrained from identifying herself further, as is common among ordinary Chinese.
With a population of 26 million, Gansu is one of China's more lightly populated provinces, although the New Jersey-sized area of Dingxi has a greater concentration of farms in rolling hills terraced with fields for crops and fruit trees. Dingxi has a total population of about 2.7 million.
The deaths and injuries were reported in Min County and other rural southern parts of the municipality, Dingxi Mayor Tang Xiaoming told state broadcaster CCTV. Tang said damage was worst in the counties of Zhang and Min, where scores of homes were damaged and telephone and electricity services knocked out.
Su Wei, leader of a 120-member rescue team from the paramilitary People's Armed Police, told state broadcaster CCTV that they were on their way to the epicenter, but progress was being slowed by mud and rock slides blocking the road.
The Chinese Red Cross said it was shipping 200 tents, 1,000 sets of household items, and 2,000 jackets to the area and sending teams from both Lanzhou and Beijing to help with relief work and assess further needs.
Heavy rain is expected in the area later in the week, raising the need for shelter and increasing the chance of further landslides.
The government's earthquake monitoring center said the initial quake at 7:45 a.m. (2345 GMT Sunday) was magnitude-6.6 and subsequent tremors included a magnitude-5.6.
The quake was shallow, which can be more destructive. The center said it struck about 20 kilometers (12.4 miles) beneath the surface, while the Gansu provincial earthquake administration said it was just 6 kilometers (3.7 miles) deep.
The U.S. Geological Survey measured the magnitude of the initial quake as 5.9 and the depth at 10 kilometers (6 miles).
Initial measurements of an earthquake can vary widely, especially if different monitoring equipment is used.
Dingxi is about 1,233 kilometers (766 miles) west of Beijing.
China's worst earthquake in recent years was a 7.9-magnitude temblor that struck the southwestern province of Sichuan in 2008, leaving 90,000 people dead or missing.


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Marshmallow Flowers
Once these vanilla-flavored puffs pop up in a gift basket or on a serving tray, they're bound to become perennial favorites! CT's home economists kept the candy easy, too, by making it with cookie cutters, quick icing and chocolate chips.
Total TimePrep: 30 min. + standing
Makes21 (3-inch) flowers
- 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup hot water
- 1 cup light corn syrup, divided
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Confectioners' sugar
- 1-1/2 pounds white candy coating, melted
- Red and yellow paste food coloring
- 1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
- Coat a 13-in. x 9-in. pan and a 9-in. square pan with cooking spray; set aside. In a bowl, combine gelatin and cold water; let stand for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine the sugar, hot water and 1/2 cup corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 238° (soft-ball stage). Remove from the heat; stir in the remaining corn syrup.
- Pour into a large bowl. Beat on high speed; gradually add gelatin mixture by tablespoonfuls until well blended. Continue beating until fluffy and thickened, about 10 minutes. Stir in vanilla; mix well. Pour into prepared pans. Let stand, uncovered, overnight.
- Cut with a flower-shaped cookie cutter coated with cooking spray. Dip flowers in confectioners' sugar, brush off excess. In a microwave or heavy saucepan, melt candy coating; cool for 5 minutes. Divide candy coating in half; tint one portion pink and the other yellow. Using an icing knife, cover the flowers with candy coating. Place on waxed paper-lined pans. Sprinkle chocolate chips in center of flowers; let dry.
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MIAMI -- The Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) is dedicating it's third annual International Pilates Day on May 6, 2006, to raising awareness of the nation's increasing inactivity and launching its new Pilates exercise initiative in the public school system.
"Our goal is to offer this Pilates initiative at no cost to the schools, as a public statement of the PMA's dedication to worldwide health," said Kevin Bowen, executive director of the PMA said. "Through our pre-pilot study we have found that just a short Pilates routine a few times a week not only improved the children's physical fitness, but also resulted in increased mental focus and productivity in the classroom."
Pilates Day events will take place at participating studios worldwide with special appearances by well-known Pilates instructors at the Camp Pilates National Event at the Eden Roc Renaissance Resort & Spa in Miami Beach, Florida. Day-long activities include mat class marathons, the availability of private Pilates sessions, lectures, a vendor area featuring Pilates equipment and merchandise, and the launch of the Pilates exercise initiative in the public school system.


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Trees are usually the most valuable part of your landscape, for the shade they provide, aesthetics they provide, and for the amount of time it takes to replace a loss. Therefore shopping around for the right arborist is well worth the investment, and only requires a little prior planning.
The best option for locating qualified arborists in Utah is through the International Society of Arboriculture, Certified Arborist Program. Utah has many arborists who are certified through the ISA. To locate a certified arborist in your area, see the ISA Website. Certified arborists must pass an intense exam and annually submit proof on continuing education credits. Typically, not all arborists in a company are certified; be sure to request an arborist whose certification is current and ask to see their certification.
Being a Certified Arborist will not in itself assure a quality job. As with hiring any contractor it is important that you interview and check references before signing a contract. Some potential questions are: "What is 'included bark' and why is that a problem?" (For a brief description of included bark see the 'When should I cut back and Prune' article), or "Why are flush cuts harmful to my tree?", or "Why is topping harmful to my tree?". A good arborist will educate you on the proper care of trees and the harmful effects of improper pruning. An arborist with a high code of ethics will walk away from a job that requires topping. This is the person you want to care for your trees!
It is also important to make sure the company you hire is insured. Request a copy of their insurance coverage and do not permit work to start on your property without that verification. The needed coverage will be dependent on the work being performed. For example, an arborist we use maintains liability coverage of $200,000 general and $100,000 personal.
Most states, including Utah, DO NOT have State-run programs for testing or licensing arborists, therefore a company claiming to be 'licensed' in Utah is most likely referring to a simple business license.
Work performed within 10' of an energized conductor (power utility line) must be performed by a Certified Line Clearance Arborist. "Utah's Overhead Line Safety Act" requires Power Utilities to 'safety zone' trees, or make situations safe, for those that need to work in close proximity to their facilities. This includes safety zoning a tree, temporarily moving conductors or de-energizing and grounding the line. This law also requires that any person or contractor that has to work within 10 feet of overhead conductors to notify the Power Utility in advance of their plans.
Only employees working for the contractor, currently contracted with your local Power Utility, may work on or near energized conductors. These Certified Line Clearance Arborists receive continuing training concerning the hazards and safe practices of working near energized conductors. Their equipment is ANSI approved for working near energized conductors, dielectrically tested on a regular schedule, inspected, maintained and replaced regularly as needed. Private tree trimmers and home owners have been killed or seriously injured while working close to energized conductors.
If you have work that needs to be performed within 10' of an energized conductor, be sure to contact your Power Utility in advance.
For more information contact the Utah Community Forest Council / International Society of Arboriculture Utah Chapter


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Select companies may have a matching gift program in place as part of their incentive for individuals to give to non-profit organizations like William Carey University.
Matching gift programs may contribute anywhere from 50% to 300% of your gift to Carey, thereby significantly increasing the power of your gift.
If you believe that your company has a matching gift program in place or if you have questions about matching gifts, contact Dean Pace in the Office for Advancement before making your gift.


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By DAVID GREEN
The Morenci school district received grades similar to most other schools in the county from a survey organized by the Lenawee ISD. Overall favorability stands at about 77 percent among all county schools.
In Morenci, teachers were chosen as the district's greatest asset by a much larger margin than the county average, however, the percentage of parents saying the school district is heading in the right direction was lower.
More than a thousand county residents were randomly chosen from those living in the 11 public school districts for a telephone survey undertaken in December.
"All superintendents worked together to shape questions," said Morenci superintendent Michael Osborne, then the research firm of Banach, Banach and Cassidy developed the survey. The survey was given a 95 percent level of confidence for accuracy, with a sampling error rate of ±2.9 percent. This means the data from any particular survey question could actually be about three percent higher or lower.
The public's attitudes about locals schools showed general satisfaction, Osborne said.
In the Morenci district, 67 parents of students were questioned, along with 20 residents who don't have children in school.
Respondents were asked to give their district an overall grade and 75 percent gave Morenci A and B grades. Twenty-seven percent of parents awarded the district an A and 10 percent of non-parents gave an A. All county schools together received A and B grades from 77 percent of those surveyed.
Morenci's educational program received an 80 percent positive rating (all A and B grades) compared to 79 percent county-wide. Parents were much more likely to award an A grade.
Fifty-eight percent gave the school board a positive rating, however 15 percent gave no grade at all. The quality of teaching garnered a 72 percent favorable rating (79 for the county), and again, parents gave a much higher grade than non-parents.
Administrators earned a 58 percent favorability rating in Morenci compared to 72 percent in the county total. Twelve percent of the Morenci residents gave no response.
In the final questions receiving a grade, 62 percent said the school adequately prepares students for careers and work (with no response from 10 percent) and an equal number gave a positive response about preparing students for college (no response from 11 percent).
Residents were then asked their opinions on a variety of school-related topics, starting with the main barriers to prevent local students from attending college. Forty percent faulted the cost of college, 10 percent cited a lack of help from counselors and other school officials, and 18 percent gave no response. About a quarter of the non-parents spoke of a lack of scholarships and financial aid.
In Morenci, 47 percent of respondents said they were very well informed about school issues and 33 were somewhat informed. Newspapers were cited as the chief source of information, followed by friends and neighbors, classroom teachers, and students. In other districts, the school website was listed as the main source of information by parents. For non-parents, 43 percent of Morenci residents listed the newspaper as the main source and 28 percent did county-wide.
Respondents listed curriculum issues as the type of information they are most interested in, followed by school events, financial information and test scores. Information about athletics was ranked low on the list.
Teachers were rated as the greatest strength of the school district (30 percent by Morenci parents and 22 percent county-wide; 40 percent by non-parents and 19 percent county-wide). The small-town environment was next on the list of strengths.
Half of those questioned listed finances as the district's greatest challenge—much higher than the county-wide figure—while bullying, curriculum improvement and finding qualified staff members were much further down the list.
Residents are well aware of efforts to trim costs and they favor collaboration and sharing staff by a 64-31 margin. Contracting with private companies for services such as bus drivers and custodial chores was supported only 34 to 56 percent, and consolidation with another district was given even worse favorability, 25 to 68.
More than half of Morenci respondents are opposed to a marketing program to recruit students from other school districts. The development of additional charter schools was viewed unfavorably, 13-66. Ninety-two percent of Morenci residents see the school as a safe place for students.
Supt. Osborne sees potential problems with passage of the May 7 bond vote because 78 percent of those surveyed saw no need for renovation and repair of school facilities. The bond vote will ask residents to extend an existing bond for the purpose of maintenance needs. The school board will need to educate residents about the physical needs of the school district.
About 67 percent said the quality of the Morenci school district is the same or better than neighboring districts—about 10 percent less than the county average—and an equal number said that Morenci offers enough extracurricular activities.
The lunch program was rated 64-30 for nutritious meals and efforts to eliminate bullying was rated 70-20.
Perhaps the most troubling aspect of the survey for Morenci administrators came at the end of the questioning when 64 percent indicated the district is headed in the right direction. For the county as a whole, the figure stood at 80 percent.
Parents were asked why they think families might enroll their children in neighboring districts. A stronger academic program was listed by 21 percent, better discipline and better teachers each were listed by 15 percent. Four of the 67 parents interviewed send their children to other districts. Percentages were similar throughout the county.
The LISD TECH Center program was seen positively by about 75 percent of those interviewed; 11 percent had no opinion.


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Here's how to keep the contents of both Junk folders the same between iCloud Mail and macOS Mail:
- Open the Mail app on your Mac.
- Choose Mail > Preferences.
- Click Junk Mail, then select "Enable junk mail filtering" and "Move it to the Junk mailbox."
- Click Accounts.
- Select your iCloud email account on the left.
- Click Mailbox Behaviors, then click the menu next to Junk Mailbox. Under iCloud in the menu, choose Junk.
Now, all messages marked as junk are stored on the iCloud server and you can see them in the Junk folders of both macOS Mail and iCloud Mail. If you delete a message from either folder, you delete the message permanently.
Since junk mail on the iCloud server counts toward your iCloud storage limit, you might want to delete junk messages regularly. Messages in the Junk folder are deleted automatically after 30 days.