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I'm hoping that by the time this is printed the aspens will at least be budding — a sure sign that summer is almost here.
Another sure sign? Pagosa Folk 'N Bluegrass is only three weeks away!
On Friday, June 4, the festival will get underway with Free Friday, a free concert in Town Park at 5 p.m. featuring festival artists Halden Wofford and the Hi-Beams and the Quebe Sisters Band.
On Saturday and Sunday, the music moves up to Reservoir Hill for an exciting weekend of music on three different stages.
The festival lineup includes 13 bands representing an array of musical genres — from Western swing and Hank Williams-style honky tonk to folk rock and bluegrass. 2010 Pagosa Folk 'N Bluegrass performers (in addition to the two bands above) are: Darrell Scott, the Belleville Outfit, Darol Anger's Republic of Strings, Bearfoot, the Black Lillies, Matt Flinner Trio, Michael Cleveland and Flamekeeper, The Badly Bent, Honey Don't and this week's featured band, Missy Raines and the New Hip.
It's sometimes said that great bass playing vanishes, supporting the music without drawing attention to itself. But history also shows us that when the best bass players step forward as bandleaders, remarkable things can happen and it does in the case of Missy Raines and the New Hip. Missy, a trailblazer in her field for as long as she's been playing music, formed this dynamic quintet to bridge the musical worlds of newgrass, jazz, singer/songwriter and any others they take a notion to explore.
The New Hip's name is at once a subtle tribute to "Birth Of The Cool," the heraldic 1950 album by Miles Davis that Raines cherishes, as well as a wry joke about a life-changing surgery that has allowed Raines to play in her famously physical style without pain for the first time in decades. That liberation resembles the musical freedom enjoyed by this young and vibrant band. The New Hip lets Raines compose and exchange ideas with four players ranging in age from 18 to 28 who grew up enthralled by traditional American roots music and its modern offshoots, just like their boss.
The project's first recording project, "Inside Out," was released on Compass Records in 2009. Their live show, slated for prestigious stages in 2010 and beyond, is a balanced diet of the arranged and the improvised, the sung and the picked.
Raines is the most decorated bass player in the history of the International Bluegrass Music Association and a popular figure in the bluegrass community for her warmth and her passion for the music and its practitioners. She spent years as a valued member of the Claire Lynch Band and half of a remarkable duo with guitarist Jim Hurst. But for much of that time she was dreaming of something beyond that familiar terrain.
"This has been in my head for a long, long time," Missy says. "As early as 1990 when my husband and I first moved to Nashville and I was working for (bluegrass banjo player) Eddie Adcock, I thought that I would love to have a band one day and that it would have drums. How I was going to do that as a bluegrass bass player I didn't know, but I could see it happening."
The journey is clearer now in retrospect than it was on the way. She joined her first full-time band, the eclectic Cloud Valley, upon graduating high school in her hometown of Short Gap, W.V. Later she toured and recorded with the Brother Boys, a band she says expanded her mind about what could be achieved by a band playing spontaneously and communicatively. There were eight years with Eddie Adcock, a bluegrass master who always thought outside the box and who collaborated with legends. With Adcock, Missy distinguished herself playing with titans such as Mac Wiseman, Josh Graves and Kenny Baker.
Then in 1995, Missy joined Claire Lynch, a high-profile singer and songwriter whose democratic style allowed Raines to carve out her own voice in the band. It was an even better spot to get noticed. In the late '90s, she won the first of her seven IBMA awards, released her first solo album, and teamed up with Jim Hurst. The Hurst-Raines duo proved one of the most distinctive and creative acts in bluegrass, one that let both players stretch as musicians and singers.
"That was integral in getting to where I am," says Missy. "Because it changed the way I approach music. Taking the bass out of the background and leading off songs with it and writing songs on it – that was something people hadn't seen much of. That put it right in their face, and they responded to it."
Assembling the new band took years of diligent recruiting and rehearsing, and the journey led her to the bluegrass world's growing cadre of amazing and eclectic young players.
"I had to find musicians who could do a wide range of stuff. But I didn't have the music sitting on a record so I could say: 'can you do this?' I needed people who were invested enough to help me create this sound and who were good enough to pull it off, and that's not many people. So I started looking in the very young pool."
The band consists of 27-year old Dobro player Michael Witcher, brother of Gabe who plays fiddle in a similarly exploratory string band, Chris Thile's Punch Brothers. Mandolin and guitarist Ethan Ballinger, 23, is a son of Kris and Dale of the respected band the Cluster Pluckers, and he grew up surrounded by traditional music. The very young Dillon Hodges recently won the Winfield Flatpicking Championship at age 17. Drummer veterans, Doug Belote and Tommy Giampietro share duties on the percussion side.
"It's invigorating to be surrounded by that much excitement and drive and expertise," says Raines. "They challenge me all of the time. It helps me remember what it was like for me at that age and keeps me motivated and on task."
For songs, Raines turned among other places to former Brother Boys bandmate Ed Snodderly, a songwriter's songwriter who's "Basket of Singing Birds," recorded on the album with amazing grace, sounds like the work of a down-home Leonard Cohen. The New Hip's instrumentals are by Missy and/or the band, including the scintillating groove of "Stop, Drop and Wiggle."
"We've only begun creating new sounds," Missy says. "Everybody in the band writes, and I sought them out for that reason, because I wanted a band sound. I've always imagined it having the input of everybody and featuring everyone's talents."
The New Hip puts Raines on a path trod by bass player/band leader/composers like Ray Brown, Charles Mingus and Edgar Meyer. If her past is any indication, she'll be one more shining example of why it's not wise to underestimate the musician — male or female — back there in the band with the big, low instrument.
Missy Raines and the New Hip will play the main stage at Pagosa Folk 'N Bluegrass on Sunday, June 6 at 3 p.m. Admission is free for children 12 and under accompanied by an adult. Tickets and additional information are available online at www.folkwest.com or by calling (877) 472-4672.
Pagosa Folk 'N Bluegrass is supported by a grant from the Colorado Council on the Arts, a state agency funded by the Colorado General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.


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After major disasters such as 9/11, the Newtown massacre, and now, the Boston Marathon bombing, the conspiracy theorists tend to come out in force.
One anonymous person, however, is doing his or her part from allowing the theories to gain a foothold on the Internet, purchasing BostonMarathonConspiracy.com to keep it out of the hands of those who might wish to use it.
"I bought this domain to keep some conspiracy theory kook from owning it," the site's only content reads. "Please keep the victims of the event and their families in your thoughts. Thank you."
As it happens, the theorists had already tried.
The first question asked at the press conference in Boston Monday was from Dan Bidondi, an analyst from Alex Jones's InfoWars, asking if the bombing was staged by the government:
"Why were the loudspeakers telling people in the audience to be calm moments before the bombs went off? Is this another false flag staged attack to take our civil liberties and promote homeland security while sticking their hands down our pants on the streets?"
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La Tourangelle handcrafts this Roasted Almond Oil in Woodland, California strictly following the 150-year-old traditional methods of its French sister oil mill. Slowly roasted to perfection, expeller-pressed and lightly filtered, this oil adds a rich almond taste to salad dressing, pasta, grilled meat or fish, baked pastries, and is perfect to dip with bread.
Roasted almond oil is an outstanding product in the kitchen. With its fresh roasted almond flavor, the oil reveals subtle nuances when combined with other ingredients. Its delicate character makes it a good substitute for olive oil in cases where walnut oil and hazelnut oil are just too powerful. When combined with any salad, fish or vegetable dish, almond oil helps to fashion a gourmet meal. Almond oil is very popular in India with duck and curry, and in China it is also used with chicken and duck. Give almond oil a try - you are sure to love it!
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Almonds are clearly good for you. Almond oil or almond milk is used in almost all cosmetic products. Rich in vitamins E, B and P, almond oil contains high levels of monounsaturated fatty acid (like olive oil), but it usually also has a decent amount of linoleic fatty acid. This balance makes for a very healthy oil that will help to protect your heart and fight against bad cholesterol.
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La Tourangelle is the first oil mill in California to produce almond oil using traditional French methods. After harvesting, the nuts are washed, sorted, sun-dried for several days and stored for further drying. The almonds are then ground and roasted in cast-iron kettles. The resulting warm paste is pressed in a hydraulic press. Following mechanical extraction, the oil is lightly filtered and bottled.
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Pets' rights explored in 'Citizen Canine'
David Grimm discusses our evolving relationship with cats and dogs
Citizen Canine
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Cats and dogs have become furry little children in the eyes of many Americans. Pet owners call themselves "mom" or "dad." Some celebrate their animals' birthdays and spend thousands of dollars on toys, food and veterinary care. Others even risk their lives for pets, as when owners refused to enter shelters that wouldn't take in animals before Hurricane Katrina.
And now pets appear to be on the path to full citizenship, writes Grimm, a science journalist. "Dogs and cats have reached a critical juncture in their social evolution: As they inch towards personhood, we must decide whether to embrace them as fellow members of society or limit them to being mere pets."
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Location: Healthy Processed Foods ResearchTitle: Decontamination of nuts and spices Author
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Publication Acceptance Date: 4/30/2011
Publication Date: 1/1/2012
Citation: Atungulu, G.G., Pan, Z. 2012. Decontamination of nuts and spices. In: Demirci, A., Mgadi, M.O., editors, Microbial decontamination in the food industry: Novel methods and applications. Cambridge, UK: Woodhead Publishing. p. 125-162
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When considering a career in broadcasting, one might conjure up images of being the next Diane Sawyer, Peter Jennings, or even Howard Stern. But whether you aspire to be the news anchor at the microphone or the sound engineer controlling the microphone, you still need to know how that microphone works. In short, both a career and education in broadcasting requires a lot of hands-on and technical expertise, making it difficult to learn online.
To date there are no degree programs in broadcasting offered entirely online. However, there is a small selection of online courses offered for both students pursuing a degree in broadcasting and professionals trying to further their education.
Approximately 50% of the coursework required for a typical Bachelor's Degree program in broadcasting involves hands-on education in the studio or lab. However, there are also lecture courses such as mass media law, writing for television or radio, and broadcast sales, which can be translated into an online curriculum. Typically, an online course requires that students need only a computer with internet access, but the specific method of delivery is dependent on the college or university.
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I do not condone violence and I do my best to avoid it whenever possible; however, I have been in many fights and I can think of only one that I believe was not justified.
I was raised with two younger sisters and my father has always told me that it was my job to protect them and to stop anyone who might threaten them. My parents said this of not just my sisters but of my family and as I grew and this became one of my characteristics I placed my protection on my friends as well. This was very common in my family among my relatives and my cousins and I always defended each other. This does not mean we are like a gang going around beating people up but rather the opposite. We feel safe around each other and that gives us a greater sense of freedom because we never fear violence.
When an older bully at my school would not stop harassing me and school authorities did little to stop the abuse my father taught me how to fight properly so that I can be more effective at stopping some one quickly and efficiently.
I have never gone into violence easily. In over 34 years I can still count with the fingers on my hands how many times I have been in a fight that was not for sport. I can almost always win a fight with my brains and I have learned to use it effectively in that way. But there are those who would resort to violence because they lack the intelligence to defend themselves without it. I refuse to be a punching bag for those people and I will fight back and hit them hard and effectively.
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@Unseen: I'm not sure I understand your point... it looks like you're trying to say that violence is justified in expelling an oppressive invading force, but it's not obvious. You ask a question that seems to be rhetorical, but condemn someone who does the same to you...
So I'll ask the obvious: are you arguing that violence is ok when used to fight against a group that previously invaded another?
If so, would Native Americans would be justified in fighting against the US Government today? If not, why would it apply to Tibet and not Native Americans? Why is Afghanistan off-limits for discussion? As Albert asks, why is one political and the other not?
Is there a statute of limitations on violence in responding to an invading force?
Perhaps the American Indian has cause to rearm themselves then.
Don't they?
A simple fist fight back in the day (when I was growing up) was as bad as it got. Today, a fist fight or a confrontation can easily end up with a gun or knife being drawn and rather than just defending someones honor or reputation, you are now defending your very life. That's not a matter to be taken lightly.
Having practiced self-defense since my early 20's, and having a concealed handgun license, I'm not a strange to preparedness and at 57, it has become no less of an issue.
I stick to my motto that I will not kill man nor beast unless they try to kill me first.
Avoid confrontation unless it will simply not avoid you, then fight like its your last.
Some really good comments on this thread by Danny, Misty, Unseen and BryanPaul. I'm probably repeating some stuff but here's my two cents:
Violence shouldn't be the go to reaction to a problem but there are times (more than some people seem to think) that it is warranted. Violence can solve problems and it can make them worse the key is know when to fight and when to back off. I'd love it if all the people in the world could use their words and reasoning to solve problems and violence was never necessary but that's not the world we live in. The world we live in is sometimes messy and violent, human beings are no different it's part of our nature. Like any other part of our nature we cannot completely suppress it nor would it be healthy to do so. I agree with the sentiment in Misty's posts... in some places in the world *cough USA cough* we take for example a couple teenage boys throwing a punch a little to seriously. I'd much rather be punched a few times than deal with the psychological warfare that my gender is notorious for. I have and will again throw a punch or two if it's necessary. I grew up with two brothers, a group of neighborhood boys and a bunch of wilderness to run around in for hours every day. I would have never survived without using some violence occasionally. Sometimes it takes throwing a punch to knock some sense into someone and sometimes it takes taking a punch to have some sense knocked into you and sometimes it just makes you or the other person feel better (a release) so you can actually move on to dealing with the problem in other ways.
Physical violence is nowhere near as damaging as mental violence. Black eyes and broken lips heal long before the accusations of being called worthless recede into our forgotten past.
I'm of the attitude, and I've taught my kids the same, to not start a fight. However, If you cannot get out of it then you finish it quickly. In other words, put the person 'down hard'. In my experience this has prevented additional future violence/fighting. I know there are situations where this would approach would not work, but as a general rule it has worked for me.
I think it is indisputable that there are some situations where violence has to be used. At an absolute minimum, one must recognize the right to use it to defend oneself or others against unprovoked or unjustified violence.
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Let me see if I understand this despite that unnecessary obfuscation:
The Chinese invading Tibet is not a political event. But the US invading Afghanistan is political.
Weird! But as long as you are not going to state next that resistance against political invasions are not permissible whereas resistance against non-political invasions are, then this distinction shouldn't be relevant to the argument.
Why would I deny it? I don't. It's just that it's nothing to do with the discussion. Poeple fight wars based on their perception of right and wrong. It's common (almost the rule) that both sides view their position as justified.
@Phil Tibbs...
@Unseen: I'm not sure I understand your point... it looks like you're trying to say that violence is justified in expelling an oppressive invading force, but it's not obvious. You ask a question that seems to be rhetorical, but condemn someone who does the same to you...
So I'll ask the obvious: are you arguing that violence is ok when used to fight against a group that previously invaded another?
If so, would Native Americans would be justified in fighting against the US Government today? If not, why would it apply to Tibet and not Native Americans? Why is Afghanistan off-limits for discussion? As Albert asks, why is one political and the other not?
Is there a statute of limitations on violence in responding to an invading force?
I'm not saying it's justified, I'm asking how can you say it's not? Take the Native Americans and Afghanis for example. (Were you writing under the delusion that I didn't think either had a good case?)
International politics, like all politics, is power politics, so in that context it's never too late to rebel, if you think you've got the wherewithal to succeed. Now is obviously not the time for Native Americans to rebel. It would be a disaster. Probabably always will be, so I think it'd be unwise to rise up at this time, or ever, even were it morally justified.
At the same time, who lives where and who governs what is in a state of perpetual evolution. Certainly YOU aren't arguing that we should insist on no further changes in who occupies or governs what territory, thus locking the oppressed into their situation with no glimmer of hope for relief, ever(?).
Statute of limitations? Don't be silly. That's not how these things are done/settled. If some third party intervenes to defend an existing status quo, that is just further evidence that these things aren't settled on the basis of actual right and wrong, but rather on perceptions.
"Right" will be judged by your descendants, if you survive long enough to have any. Use violence pre-emptively if necessary, in self defense if necessary, run away if necessary...whatever you gotta do.
I am very similar to you in your approach to violence, and when it is justified.
Background: I'm short - 5'5". I've always been the shortest in HS, etc. I usually fended off fights in two ways: humor, and having very big friends. In HS I got into 3 fights - I won one (against a bully); I tied one - a guy that didn't like me, and I didn't like him - we fought behind the school afterschool, beat the hell out of each other until we were both exhausted, and eventually became good friends; and I lost one (I picked a fight, and shouldn't have - I got my ass handed to me, and rightfully so - I apologized later).
Later on I learned to fight properly - in the service, from martial arts friends, etc. Once I had a family my two sons, and two of my three daughters and I studied martial arts for years - and now both sons, a daughter, and I are all black belts (I'm also an instructor). One of the core precepts in virtually all martial arts is that fighting is a LAST option - and only to protect yourself or others. Additionally you should never enter into combat in anger; anger makes you impulsive, and that leads to mistakes (which are usually bad).
I have also taught my sons (and black belt daughter) to only use your skills in defense - of yourself or others - and only to the point of subdual, NOT unnecessary injury.
Both of my sons have had encounters where they protected someone else, not themselves.
My eldest son, Rocky Jr, protected a mentally handicapped boy in his school who was getting picked on and hit. Rocky stepped in, asked him to stop, the guy swung at him and Rocky took him to the ground with a hip throw and arm bar. A teacher came over, took over the situation, and eventually called me - not to condemn Rocky, but to say thanks for raising such an admirable young man. She had seen the entire situation, realized that Rocky didn't start it and was protecting the other boy, and did not injure the bully. She was amazed - and Rocky was in 5th grade when this happened.
My youngest son, Tommy, found himself in a similar situation recently. His best friend is a smaller boy. They were in our neighborhood, walking to the lake to fish, when an older teen stopped them and tried to get the friend to give him his fishing gear. He pushed the boy, and Tommy blocked it and got in front of him. The bigger kid threw one or two more punches, Tommy block both, and then unfortunately hit the kid with his hand in the wrong position - and broke it. He knocked the bully out - one punch. Once again the other boy, and his mom, came to Tommy's defense when the bully's mom tried to cry foul about the situation. Once it was explained to her, she backed off.
So, I do feel that violence is necessary, sometimes; but almost always only in self defense of yourself or others.
Oh, there's one more corollary to this stance - never start a fight, but always end it. ;)


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In March 2010, President Obama fulfilled a promise that Democrats have pursued for nearly a century: making health care available to all Americans. Despite unanimous opposition from Republicans, Democrats were finally able to pass comprehensive health reform into law.
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These cute little jelly boats are set in orange quarters and are great for kids' parties.They make a brilliant pirate party food!
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- 4 oranges
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- 1 packet green jelly
- Slice the oranges in half and scoop out the flesh.
- Make up the jelly as per the packet directions.
- Use the 2 quantities of blue jelly to make the sea, pour into a clear rectangular container and refrigerate.
- Make paper sails with rectangles of heavyweight paper and stick them on toothpicks to form a mast.
- Place the orange halves into a muffin tin and fill half with the green jelly mixture and half with the red jelly mixture. Refrigerate until set.
- When the jelly has set, slice oranges in half again to make quarters and place the paper sails into each quarter. Place boats on the blue sea and serve to a delighted crowd.
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These cute little jelly boats are set in oranges halves and are great for kids parties.They make a great pirate party food.
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- This recipe was created by Jennifer Cheung for Kidspot, Australia's best recipe finder.


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MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company and Port of Duqm are pleased to announce the arrival of the first MSC containers at this growing transportation hub.
The containers were carried by the MSC Laurence from Antwerp to Jebel Ali, picked up by an Oman Container Line feeder service, and discharged at the Port of Duqm on 5th August.
The cargo includes equipment for Serka Taahhut Insaat – the construction unit of Turkish conglomerate Adali Holding – and will be used to help develop the infrastructure of the commercial quay.
Reggy Vermeulen, CEO of Port of Duqm, said:
"MSC is amongst the first shipping lines to put Port of Duqm in its register as an end destination and we expect many other lines to follow soon. Clients active in and around the Duqm area will now have many more options to ship their containerized cargoes in and out of the port to destinations all over the globe. This will enhance the competitiveness of the port and we expect volumes traded through Duqm to grow substantially over time."
Tariq Khattak, MSC's local representative in Oman, said:
"The Duqm Special Economic Zone and Port represent one of the largest development projects in the region. The port has the potential to attract significant amounts of project cargo, supporting trade development in Oman, in particular in the government initiatives in the Al Wusta Governorate in Oman. MSC already operates services calling at the Omani ports of Salalah and Sohar and we are delighted to complement our presence in the country by contributing to the growth of Port of Duqm."
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It looks like Jay Leno has some apprehensions about Top Gear America, and we're guessing he hasn't even seen the poorest imitation yet. In his column for The Sunday Times, he lists the reasons why he thinks the program is doomed (and he doesn't even mention Adam Corolla as host). Most importantly, he thinks the show is going to lose the edge it has because it'll bow to sponsors who don't like having their cars criticized. In addition, he feels as though the show is going to be produced by people not interested in cars. Don't believe us. Check out his conversation with producers below the jump.
So someone calls me from the network and is clearly not a car person. He says: "You like cars, right?" I say yes. "Like, all kinds of cars?" Well, yes. I like all kinds of cars. Why? "Well, the network has bought the TV show . . . um . . . High Gear? Top Gear? Top Gear! Top Gear, yes. We know you like to build cars."
I ask: what's the plan for the show? "Well, like, one week you build a car that flies and the next week you make a car that goes under water." So I said: you know you can't build these things in a week.
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Netherland's Meeuwsen expected to return to FIVB World Tour in May
Meeuwsen, who injured his right knee two weeks ago, didn't show up at this week's FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour Fuzhou Open in China. His usual partner, Alexander Brouwer, teamed up with Michiel van Dorsten and were knocked out in the quarterfinals by eventual winners Nicolai Paolo and Daniele Lupo of Italy 2-1 (18-21, 21-15, 15-11).
"Robert has been out of training, and he still needs three more weeks to get fit," Ronnes said. "He will probably be back at the Puerto Vallarta Open in Mexico."
Ronnes said he felt satisfied with the performance of Brouwer and his current partner van Dorsten.
"They did pretty good, and I think they did better every game," he said.
When asked about the Dutch team's goal for the 2014 season, Ronnes said, "To medal at the European Championship, also in Mexico, and some other World Tour events. That's where our goal are."
Meeuwsen won gold along with Brouwer at the 2013 FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championship in Stare Jablonki, Poland.


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2 1/2 lb. chicken (2 skinless thighs; 2 large boneless, skinless breast halves)
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tbsp. Creole seasoning
1 tsp. garlic powder
5 tbsp. canola oil
12 oz. andouille sausage links
4 large bell peppers (2 red, 2 green)
1 medium onion
6 c. low-sodium chicken broth
1 can diced tomatoes
2 1/2 c. sliced frozen okra
4 c. cooked rice
1/2 c. fresh chopped parsley
Sprinkle chicken with salt and let sit for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large resealable plastic bag, combine 1/4 cup flour, Creole seasoning, and garlic powder. In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons oil. Add chicken to bag, 1 piece at a time, and shake to coat. Transfer chicken to pot and cook over medium heat, turning once, until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
Transfer chicken to a paper-towel-lined plate and add sausage to pot. Cook until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Add peppers and onion, and cook until slightly softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer sausage-vegetable mixture to a bowl and set aside.
Wipe pot clean and set on medium-low heat. Add remaining flour and oil, and stir constantly until a deep-brown roux forms, about 10 minutes. Add reserved sausage-vegetable mixture and stir to combine. Stir in chicken broth, increase heat to medium-high, and bring to a boil. Add chicken, reduce heat to medium-low, and allow to simmer for about 40 minutes.
Remove chicken from pot and shred into bite-size pieces, discarding thigh bones. Return chicken to pot and add tomatoes and okra. Simmer until okra is tender, about 10 minutes. Serve over rice. Garnish with parsley.


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Senior Digital Production Manager – Scanline VFX (Los Angeles)
Scanline VFX is Hiring for a Digital Production Manager
Current projects in production: Batman vs Superman, Pan, The 5TH Wave, Ben-Hur, King Arthur, Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children
Those applying should be available for a Summer start.
Digital Production Manager:
The Digital Production Manager (DPM) reports to the VFX Producer. He/she is responsible for watching over the day-to-day operations of the show within the facility. He/she works with the VFX Producer to define the "broad strokes" deliverable and milestones of the show and with the CG and Compositing Supervisors, and Pipeline Technical Directors to determine specific and detailed milestones in order to support the schedule, budget and technological needs of the show.
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· In tandem with the VFX Producer, helps determine show crewing and scheduling.
· Manages day-to-day operations of the show within the facility, including IO, editorial, and coordination.
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· Works closely with Pipeline as well as the CG and Comp Supervisors and department leads to maximize efficiencies within the production and the facility.
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2009 Spring/Summer Birding Calendar
Family-friendly birding events happening all over the state.
By Shelly Plante
In addition to the events listed on the following pages, a regularly updated calendar of all events at Texas Parks and Wildlife Department facilities can be found online at www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar. Search this calendar by "Events and Activities" or by "Regions" of the state to find more outdoor adventures for you and your family year-round! Bird walks, butterfly hikes, hawk watches, breakfast with the birds and owl prowls are only a few of the many activities available at parks and other places throughout the state.
Year-Round Events Second Saturday of Each Month
Beginner's Bird Walk — Judson Nature Trails, Alamo Heights. Binoculars are provided. All are welcome. Helps newcomers and beginners learn the birds of the area. 8 a.m. each month except June, July and August, when groups meet at 7:30 a.m. Free. (210) 342-2073; www.saaudubon.org.APRIL
All Month
Houston Audubon's Birdathon 2009 — Houston and surrounding areas. Teams gather pledges for the number of different bird species they see within a 24-hour period, competing for prizes such as gift certificates, outdoor equipment and birding tour packages. This is a pledge drive; call for details. (713) 932-1639; www.houstonaudubon.org.
Every Weekend (except Easter Sunday)
Birdwalks — Blucher Park, Corpus Christi. Birder-led walks through Blucher Park and the expansive lawns of the homes across the street from the park. Blucher Park is the site of large spring migrant fallouts. Free. (361) 443-0744; www.ccbirding.com.
Every Wednesday – Saturday
Guided Bird Walks — Goose Island State Park. Spend the morning with birding experts as they lead a walk through the park identifying the birds of the Gulf Coastal Bend. 8 a.m. Free with park entrance. (361) 729-2858; www.tpwd.state.tx.us/park.
April 18
Vida Verde Family Festival — Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center, McAllen. Celebrates Earth Day with activities including live birds of prey shows, live reptile shows, music, food, art shows, speaker series, green expo and more! 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Free. (956) 681-3370; www.quintamazatlan.com.
April 17 – 19
15th Annual Migration Celebration — Lake Jackson. This event includes informational booths, exciting speakers and birding field trips of the area's diverse habitats including coastal prairie, hardwood forests and southern bayous along the Central Flyway. Cost varies. (866) 403-5829; migrationcelebration.org.
April 21 – 26
Nature Quest — Texas Hill Country River Region, Uvalde County. Learn from world-class experts about native plants, wildflowers, butterflies, insects, birds and mammals through field trips, workshops, seminars and evening programs. Cost varies. (800) 210-0380; www.thcrr.com.
April 24 – 27
Balcones Songbird Festival — Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge, Lago Vista. A celebration of nature to experience birds, butterflies and wildflowers. Join birding nature walks and enjoy family events, including searches for the endangered golden-cheeked warbler and black-capped vireo. Cost varies. (512) 965-2473; www.balconessongbirdfestival.org.
April 25
16th Annual Bluebird Festival — Wills Point. Includes educational and entertaining programs, driving tours to hundreds of bluebird nesting boxes throughout town as well as arts and crafts, games and food and educational booths set up throughout the downtown area. (903) 873-3111; www.willspointbluebird.com.
April 26 – May 3
13th Annual Great Texas Birding Classic — Texas Coast. This friendly birding for conservation tournament is held each year to coincide with the spectacular spring migration. To date, $651,000 has been donated directly to habitat conservation projects through this event. Entry fees vary. (979) 480-0999; www.birdingclassic.org.
May 2
Festival on the Bayou — Houston Audubon's Sims Bayou Urban Nature Center, Houston. Come celebrate International Migratory Bird Day with the Houston Audubon Society. Fun for all ages. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Ticket prices vary, available in advance or at the door. (713) 640-2407; www.houstonaudubon.org.
May 2 and 23
Day on the Bay Wetland Kayak Trip — Matagorda Bay Nature Park. Escape from the everyday world while paddling through a unique natural wetlands habitat. Discover why Matagorda County is number one in the nation for bird species diversification. Bring water shoes, sunscreen, bug spray, water and snacks for this two and a half mile excursion. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. $50 with boat and equipment rental, $25 with your own boat and equipment. Additional dates: June 20 and August 15. Ages 8 and up. (512) 369- 4740; www.lcra.org/matagorda.
May 9
Guided Bird Walk — Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, Lewisville. Accompany a master birder on a guided hike for birders of all skill levels. 7:30 a.m. $5 per person, reservations required. Ages 10 and up. (972) 219-3930; www.ias.unt.edu/llela.
May 9
5th Annual Birdathon — Mitchell Lake Audubon Center, San Antonio. Annual fundraising event where birders raise pledges based on species seen. Expert guides make this event fun for birders of all experience levels. Call to sign up or for details. 7:30 a.m. (210) 628-1639; www.mitchelllakeaudubon.org.
May 15
Dragonfly Days Family Nature Day — Valley Nature Center, Weslaco. Crafts and games, nature walks and lectures. $3 per child, adult admission is free with child admission. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (956) 969-2475; www.valleynaturecenter.org.
May 21 – 24
Dragonfly Days — Valley Nature Center, Weslaco. This festival includes speakers on dragonflies, field trips to different nature destinations, seminars and lots of opportunities to see birds, butterflies and, of course, dragonflies. Cost varies depending on activity. (956) 969-2475; www.valleynaturecenter.org.
May 23 – 24
Ranch Open House — Hill Country. The Texas Hill Country Nature Photography Alliance will open the ranch gates to visitors wishing to see what nature photography is all about. Visitors must contact each ranch individually in advance to reserve space. Free. (512) 264-1741; www.hillcountryphoto.org.
May 30
Wings Over the Wetlands — Matagorda Bay Nature Park. Join us for a beginners' program on birding. Learn about birding equipment and migration routes, how to identify common Texas bird species and why birds are considered environmental indicators. Binoculars provided upon request. 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. $10 per person. All ages welcome. (512) 369- 4740; www.lcra.org/matagorda. Every Tuesday – Friday through AugustJUNE
Kids Nature Discovery Camp — Quinta Mazatlan World Birding Center, McAllen. Children will discover the wonders of nature during each weeklong summer camp. There is a new camp each week for children ages 6 – 12. 9 a.m. – 12 noon. $60 per child/per week. (956) 681-3370; www.quintamazatlan.com.
June 1 – 5
Kids Summer Nature Camp — Valley Nature Center, Weslaco. Contact center for more information. Ages 6 – 8. (956) 969-2475; www.valleynaturecenter.org.
June 6
Kids Birding 101 — Mitchell Lake Audubon Center, San Antonio. Children will learn more about birding, including how to use binoculars and identify birds they see. Participants will also have a chance to explore the habitats at Mitchell Lake. 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Free, reservations required. (210) 628-1639; www.mitchelllakeaudubon.org.
June 8 – 9
Kids Summer Nature Camp — Valley Nature Center, Weslaco. Contact center for more information. Ages 9 – 12. (956) 969-2475; www.valleynaturecenter.org.
June 13
Guided Bird Walk — Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, Lewisville. Accompany a master birder on a guided hike for birders of all skill levels. Second Saturday of every month, weather permitting. 7:30 a.m. $7 per person, reservations required. Ages 10 and up. (972) 219-3930; www.ias.unt.edu/llela.
June 22 – 26
Birds, Bayous, and Beyond — Houston Audubon's Sims Bayou Urban Nature Center, Houston. Get ready for some birding fun and adventure. Our most popular camp is back with new activities and new birds to discover. 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. $125 for non-members, $100 for members. Ages 8 – 12. (713) 640-2407; www.houstonaudubon.org.
June 25
Introduction to Ornithology — Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, Houston. The first in a series of classes to study the remarkable physiology of birds that makes them such amazing creatures of flight, migration and beauty. Instructor: Glenn Olsen. Call for cost and time. (713) 932-1639; www.houstonaudubon.org.July
July 2, 9, 16 and 23
Introduction to Ornithology — Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, Houston. The first in a series of classes to study the remarkable physiology of birds that makes them such amazing creatures of flight, migration and beauty. Instructor: Glenn Olsen. Call for cost and time. (713) 932-1639; www.houstonaudubon.org.
July 14 – 17
Kids nature Photo Camp — Valley Nature Center, Weslaco. Contact center for more information. Ages 8 – 13. (956) 969-2475; www.valleynaturecenter.org.


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A second Camp Lejeune Marine accused of urinating on dead Taliban corpses in Afghanistan will face trial by special court-martial on Camp Lejeune this week.
A second Camp Lejeune Marine accused of urinating on dead Taliban corpses in Afghanistan will face trial by special court-martial on Camp Lejeune this week.
Staff Sgt. Edward Deptola, of 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, will stand trial on Wednesday for violations of the Uniform Code of Military Justice and his alleged involvement in the desecration of human casualties and posing for unofficial photographs with human casualties, according to a press release from Marine Corps Combat Development Command.
The incident, which allegedly occurred during a counterinsurgency operation near Sandala, Musa Qala District in Helmand Province, Afghanistan in July 2011, was videotaped and uploaded to YouTube last January. The video showed what appeared to be four Marines urinating on the corpses of two dead Taliban soldiers.
Deptola is also charged with other alleged misconduct that took place during the same operation, including being derelict in his duties by failing to properly supervise junior Marines, failing to require junior Marines to wear their personal protective equipment, failing to stop and report the misconduct of junior Marines, failing to report the negligent discharge of a grenade launcher, failing to stop the indiscriminate firing of weapons, failing to stop the unnecessary damaging of Afghan compounds and wrongfully and indiscriminately firing a recovered enemy machine gun, according to the release.
Another Camp Lejeune Marine has already pleaded guilty to some of the charges Deptola will face on Wednesday.
On Dec. 19, then-Staff Sgt. Joseph Chamblin pleaded guilty to Article 134 of the UCMJ, General Article, for charges of urinating on the body of a deceased enemy combatant and was reduced in rank to sergeant/E-5 and required to forfeit $500 from his pay, according to a December press release from Marine Corps Combat Development Command. Chamblin also pleaded guilty to Article 92 of the UCMJ, Dereliction, for failing to properly supervise junior Marines and wrongfully posing for photographs with human casualties, according to the release.
Three other Marines allegedly involved in the incident received nonjudicial punishment in August for their misconduct in the video. Marine officials said because there were other pending cases related to the same incident, they will not discuss evidence or specific findings of the investigations.