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Robert Therrien Reveals Big Truths in Small Sketches
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Robert Therrien's work references Pop and Conceptual art, Marcel Duchamp, childhood experiences, cartoons, and American design. Primarily known as a sculptor, he has also worked in painting, drawing, printmaking, and photography. While his early work was less representational, he arrived at a breakthrough with his 1993 work No Title (Yellow Table Leg) and Under the Table (1994), a wooden dining set blown up to gigantic proportions that viewers can walk under and around. By forcing the viewer to adjust his relationship to familiar objects, Therrien pushes his works toward the status of classical Greek sculpture.
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U.K., Scotland to set out terms of independence vote
EDINBURGH, Scotland — It's not a meeting David Cameron is likely to enjoy.
The British prime minister is due to visit the leader of Scotland's separatist administration on Monday to agree the terms of a referendum that could break up the United Kingdom — the country Cameron leads.
Britain's Prime Minister David Cameron, right, shakes hands with Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond ahead of the men's final match at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships at Wimbledon, England on Sunday, July 8, 2012. (AP P/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
Cameron does not want to be the leader who presides over the demise of the 300-year-old political union between England and its northern neighbour. But, practically, there is little he can do to stop politicians in semiautonomous Scotland asking voters whether they want to break free.
With Scotland, like much of Europe, facing recession and economic uncertainty, the answer is hard to predict.
"I can't find a job and my prospects are slim," said Sally Murray, an unemployed office worker in Edinburgh. "I've got nothing to lose. Perhaps my prospects would improve by going independent."
Officials from London and Edinburgh have been meeting for weeks to hammer out details of a vote. Sticking points included the date and the wording of the question.
On Friday the two sides said they had reached a deal, which is expected to be approved Monday by Cameron and Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond.
It is likely to call for a referendum in October 2014, as Salmond's nationalists had desired. Cameron and other pro-union politicians had pressed for the vote to be held earlier, because opinion polls show that only between a quarter and a third of Scots favor splitting the nation.
The referendum will involve a single yes-no question on leaving the United Kingdom, as Cameron's government wished. Salmond's Scottish Nationalist Party favored including a third option of greater autonomy short of full independence.
The deal is likely to give 16- and 17-year-olds votes, another proposal backed by the Scottish nationalists. The voting age in other British elections is 18.
Scotland and England have a complex relationship. They fought one another for centuries, and Scottish children are still raised on tales of Robert the Bruce and William "Braveheart" Wallace. The latter's story was told, with Hollywood artistic license, in the Mel Gibson film "Braveheart." Many Scots are also brought up in the Unionist tradition and have a strong affinity with England and the monarchy.
The two countries united in 1707 to form Great Britain, with a common monarch, currency and London-based government. (Wales is also part of Great Britain which, along with Northern Ireland, constitutes the state known as the United Kingdom).
Scotland gained significant autonomy after voting in 1997 to set up a Scottish Parliament with substantial powers. But Salmond's party, which has a majority in the Edinburgh legislature, wants to go further and make the nation of 5 million people an independent country within the European Union.
Salmond has successfully marketed a kind of aspirational nationalism — a sort of Scottish Scandinavia — that accentuates building a cozy social safety net and welcomes Scots of all races and creeds.
He insists independence will bring greater prosperity, allowing Scotland to better exploit its oil, gas and other energy resources.
But the European economic crisis has forced him to alter some of his pitch. He once said an independent Scotland would join the euro single currency. Now he says it would retain the pound, though it's unclear whether London would agree to that.
There are many more thorny questions raised by the prospect of separation, including the future of Scotland's nuclear submarine base and British Army regiments, and its European Union membership.
As in many divorces, there is also likely to be a battle over assets and liabilities.
The SNP says independent Scotland would be entitled to 90 percent of revenue from North Sea oil and gas — which stood at 6.5 billion pounds ($10.4 billion) in 2009-2010 — but only liable for 8 percent of 1 trillion pound ($1.67 trillion) national debt, based on Scotland's share of the U.K. population. The British government disputes that breakdown.
Pro-union politicians also claim Scotland lacks the economic clout to go it alone, pointing out that its two biggest financial institutions, the Royal Bank of Scotland and the Bank of Scotland, are now largely owned by British taxpayers after nearing collapse during the 2008 global banking crisis.
Then there are factors beyond the U.K.'s borders. Europe's crisis is boosting breakaway movements across the continent, from Belgium's Dutch-speaking Flanders to the Spanish region of Catalonia, whose regional parliament has voted to hold a referendum on self-determination.
"I don't want independence and I am concerned that people will think if Catalonia can do it, so can we," said David Mackenzie, an insurance salesman from Edinburgh.
For now, the "Yes" campaign — a loose coalition that includes Greens and Salmond's SNP — has the momentum. Its slick campaign effectively uses social media such as Facebook and Twitter to mobilize support.
The pro-union "Better Together" campaign, which includes both Cameron's Conservative Party and its arch-rival Labour, has had a lackluster start.
Political commentator and former Labour spin doctor Simon Pia said the pro-union side needed to raise its game.
"The SNP has stolen a march with its campaign which is very savvy and concentrates on positive reasons to split," he said.
He said pro-union forces "need to offer a vision of positive and emotional alternative to independence and not just focus on the negatives of the impact of separation."


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Finding that �improper manipulative police tactics� were used by two Webster detectives while questioning a robbery suspect, a judge has precluded prosecutors from using the man�s incriminating statements as evidence against him at trial.
Trent Nicholopoulos, 23, of 38 Prospect St., Webster, is awaiting trial in Worcester Superior Court on an armed robbery charge stemming from the Jan. 13, 2012, robbery of a diamond engagement ring from a woman and her boyfriend at the McDonald�s restaurant on East Main Street in Webster.
Police said the victims, Cassidy Mann and Harvey Jackson, said they were robbed at gunpoint by two men after Ms. Mann offered the ring for sale on Craigslist and arrangements were made to meet with a potential buyer at the restaurant.
Salvatore Albanese, 23, of 42 Prospect St., Webster, who was identified by Mr. Jackson as the man who displayed a handgun and took the ring, was sentenced to 3 to 5 years in state prison July 3 after pleading guilty to armed robbery. Mr. Nicholopoulos was arrested after Mr. Albanese was questioned by police and identified Mr. Nicholopoulos as having been with him at the time of the holdup.
Shown a photo array that included a picture of Mr. Nicholopoulos, Mr. Jackson identified him as the man who was with Mr. Albanese at the time of the robbery. Ms. Mann was unable to identify Mr. Nicholopoulos.
When questioned by Detectives Gordon Wentworth and James Hoover 10 days after the robbery, Mr. Nicholopoulos initially denied any involvement in the robbery, but later admitted that he went to McDonald�s with Mr. Albanese to see some people about a ring. He told the officers he was not armed at the time and did not know Mr. Albanese was going to steal the ring.
Mr. Nicholopoulos� lawyer, Thomas W. Brousseau, filed a motion to suppress his client�s statements to police, contending false and deceitful statements about the evidence made to Mr. Nicholopoulos by the two detectives rendered his statements involuntary.
Judge Janet Kenton-Walker allowed the motion in a 14-page ruling issued Feb. 12.
�While one mistaken falsehood is not sufficient to suppress an otherwise unobjectionable interrogation, the deliberate falsehoods used by Wentworth and Hoover represent the type of improper manipulative police tactics that, in this case, deprived Nicholopoulos of his ability to make an �unconstrained, autonomous decision to confess,� � Judge Kenton-Walker said in her ruling, which cited case law.
The judge found that Mr. Nicholopoulos� �will was overborne� by the officers and said the prosecution had not sustained its burden of proving beyond a reasonable doubt that his statement was voluntary.
Assistant District Attorney John H. Melander defended the officers� actions in his written opposition to the motion, saying the detectives did not intentionally mislead or deceive Mr. Nicholopoulos. �Furthermore, numerous cases have held that misinformation by police does not necessarily render a confession involuntary, but is a factor to be considered,� the prosecutor wrote.
According to the judge�s ruling, Detective Hoover made a �misleading� statement to Mr. Nicholopoulos during the interrogation that he had been identified by both victims.
Mr. Melander said Mr. Nicholopoulos had been identified �as one of the two robbers� by Mr. Albanese and Mr. Jackson. While it appeared that Detective Hoover may have accidentally told Mr. Nicholopoulos he had been identified by the two victims, that should not be construed as an attempt on his part to intentionally mislead the suspect, the prosecutor wrote.
Judge Kenton-Walker further found that Detective Wentworth falsely told Mr. Nicholopoulos he and Mr. Albanese had been captured on surveillance video from McDonald�s and that independent witnesses had seen the two men running through their yards that night.
In reality, police were unable to identify two individuals depicted on the surveillance video because of its poor quality.
In a footnote to her ruling, Judge Kenton-Walker said Detective Wentworth admitted during a Nov. 26 hearing on the motion to suppress that what he told Mr. Nicholopoulos about what was revealed on the video was not true.
�He also claimed to not recall telling Nicholopoulos about the two independent witnesses, but admitted that if he did say that, it was not true. Wentworth denied that he had misled Nicholopoulos, and described his false statements as interrogation techniques,� the judge wrote.
Mr. Nicholopoulos is being held on $2,000 cash bail. His trial is scheduled for June 24.


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Bariatric Surgery Cuts Pounds, Adds Years
NEW YORK – Obese individuals may add years to their lives by drastically cutting pounds with bariatric surgery, according to a new review of clinical trials of popular gastric bypass and banding procedures.
Italian researchers found that undergoing one of the two operations reduced a patient's odds of dying by nearly half over an average study period of seven to eight years.
Bariatric surgery can produce a sustained reduction in body weight, at a level that is very difficult to achieve with other common obesity-management strategies, Dr. Luca Busetto of the University of Padova, in Italy, told Reuters Health in an e-mail.
This can be life-saving, as people who are morbidly obese carry a two-to-three fold higher risk of death compared to normal-weight people, due in large part to obesity-related conditions such as diabetes and hypertension, added Busetto, who was not involved in the review but led one of the included studies.
About 220,000 Americans underwent some form of weight-loss surgery in 2009, most often gastric bypass, according to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. The procedures cost between $14,000 and $26,000, with the price tag for bypass usually slightly higher than for banding.
In gastric bypass, a patient's stomach is reduced from about the size of a football to that of a golf ball. This smaller stomach is also attached to the middle of the small intestine, "bypassing" a section of the intestinal tract and thereby limiting calorie absorption. Gastric banding, on the other hand, involves wrapping a saline-filled silicone band around the upper part of the stomach, causing patients to feel full more quickly. Saline can be added or removed, making the constriction adjustable.
To help guide doctors and their patients in choosing the best strategy, Dr. Antonio Pontiroli and his colleague Alberto Morabito, both of the University of Milan, looked to the literature on both gastric bypass and banding. They identified eight trials, which included an average of seven-and-a-half years of follow-up on a total of more than 44,000 men and women. About 14,000 of the participants actually underwent bariatric surgery, the rest served as control subjects for comparison.
The researchers tallied about 3,300 deaths across the studies: 2.8 percent of those who had a bariatric procedure and 9.7 percent among similar patients who did not have surgery. This translated into 45 percent lower odds of dying with bariatric surgery.
A similar benefit was found when the team looked specifically at heart-related deaths.
Overall, death rates were comparable for the approximately 10,000 gastric banding and 4,000 gastric bypass surgeries, although the protective effects on heart-related deaths differed: compared to no surgery, banding provided 29 percent lower odds of heart-related death versus a 52 percent risk reduction with bypass, report the researchers in the Annals of Surgery.
Busetto noted that gastric bypass generally provides "more rapid and important weight loss" than banding. On the flip side, bypass is irreversible and introduces a greater chance of severe complications and even surgery-related death. These risks, however, are still very small: about one in a thousand patients dies during a gastric bypass.
Further, while either operation may cost more than other treatments in the short term, said Busetto, "weight loss obtained by bariatric surgery may also save money over time."
After drastic reductions in pounds, patients tend to find that they need fewer medications for the treatment of obesity-related conditions, and that they take fewer sick days.
For obese individuals considering bariatric surgery, Busetto recommends going to a center that has the ability to perform both bypass and banding and making sure there is an honest discussion of the short- and long-term pros and cons of each procedure before choosing one.
"Patients should be aware that bariatric surgery is highly effective, but it is not a 'magic bullet,'" he added. "Failures and complications still exist."


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Life is short
We often take the people who mean the most to us for granted. It's not intentional; just human nature. They simply become so much a part of everyday life, like the chore list on the fridge, that we stop noticing them. Sometimes, it takes a kick from life to remind us to notice.
I write this as my wife has been fighting a medical condition since October. Her health crisis scared everyone who loves her, because no matter how optimistic you are, there's always a fear of losing someone you love.
Her illness was a surprise. Sure, she could exercise and eat healthier foods, but she's physically active and always on the go. But a few days of extreme pain, loss of arm function and tears led to doctors, emergency room, tests and spine injections.
At the doctor's office, my daughters and I were upbeat with her before her first injection. On my own, I was worried and saying prayers. I realized I couldn't recall the last time I'd told her what a good person she is.
When we met, I didn't know, of course, the role she'd have in my life. She sat in the front row of calculus class. She had a wicked sense of humor, she was smart and we became friends and married.
Over the years, the more time I spend with her, the more I like her: Family comes first, and she's been a great friend, spouse and mother. Honest, hard-working, forgiving. Willing to help anyone, yet never wants anyone "to bother" for her.
She's emotionally complex, yet so clear-eyed and down-to-earth about herself and life. What you see is what you get with Cynthia. And, she can size up a situation or person quickly - and accurately sum them up in a sentence or two.
Seeing Cynthia so ill reminded me of how lucky I am that she's my best friend. It made me realize, too, that I'd forgotten what my dad told me long ago: Don't take anyone you love for granted. Tell them often you love them - it's only three words - because time can be so short.
Charlie Christensen
Hood River
Vote for Tiffany
If I were to have the opportunity to poll each of the sheriff candidates and ask each as to whom he considered to be the second best choice, I would expect the results to be: Matt English would vote for Gerry Tiffany; Gerry Tiffany would favor Neal Holste; and Neal Holste would select Gerry Tiffany.
My choice is governing by the one who in my opinion, best exemplifies integrity, honesty, empathy and leadership - and the winner is - envelope please! - Gerry Tiffany!
Alan Winans
Hood River
'Captains' steered wrong
Mr. Davis's recent letter (March 31) about the captain of the ship was, as usual, poetic, but it prompted me to review the history of our national debt.
When George H.W. Bush left office, we had a $300 billion deficit. When Bill Clinton left office, that had become a $100 billion surplus. When George W. Bush left office, that number was a $1 trillion deficit. Much of that money was spent on wars in two countries led by despicable tyrants who, nonetheless, had no ties to the 9/11 attacks.
One has large oil reserves and now both are being rebuilt by Halliburton, et al. The former president proved he was a tough guy who didn't need facts to make a decision, and the former vice president is lining his pockets with oil and reconstruction money.
I know we are all impatient for a rebound in the economy, but are we so shortsighted as to think the party that dug this hole is the answer?
I would prefer a government with no parties, so that our leaders would be able to think about us instead of toeing the party line. Until that happens, I want a captain who doesn't represent the same interests that steered us into the rocks.
Tom Hart
Hood River
Mirrors might help safety
I have a suggestion for the City of Hood River. How about looking into getting some special mirrors placed on the street corners to see around the block for streets Third through Sixth that connect with Oak Street.
I bring this up because in order to make a right-hand turn facing south to Oak, I have to stick the nose of my car out into the street, especially Fourth Street, because cars parked on Oak block my view. Secondly, my car is in the crosswalk, as well.
I think the mirrors would help in this matter, and like I said it only a suggestion.
Ron Dunn
Hood River
Yes, we see
the trains
Ted Hansberger's letter of April 4 concerning the dramatic increase in coal trains passing through the Gorge claims that we coal-train opponents overstate the hazards of escaping coal dust. He wonders if we realize coal trains already pass through, claiming to have never seen any dust escaping.
Eyewitnesses report seeing clouds of dust escaping coal trains passing through Dallesport, a windy area. Perhaps Mr. Hansberger drives only on calm days.
Of course we know about the trains that pass through the Gorge. Nine per week supply the Big Hanaford coal-fired power plant at Centralia Wash.; these trains are 100 cars long.
Our concerns are not about these. Rather, we're concerned about the possibility of much longer trains, each 1½ miles long, running the Gorge every hour of every day, essentially an assault on our Gorge communities by one of the dirtiest industries in the world. This is nearly a 20-fold increase in trains that are 30 percent longer.
This is what we know:
Six terminals dedicated to coal export are proposed to be built; four along the Columbia River, one on the Washington coast and one on the Oregon coast. We know their capacities from the state and federal permit filings, more than 140 million tons per year, all to pass through the Gorge; 137 million tons by rail and 8 million tons by barge.
BNSF Railroad's own studies show that between one and three tons of coal dust escapes from each car during transport.
This coal, from the Powder River Basin, Wyo., has a fragile structure that fractures easily into small particles and is not easily contained.
We don't know how much mercury-laden coal dust we will breathe from this coal export juggernaut; nor do we know how much of this dust will foul our precious, world-class pears, wine grapes and other commodities that define our valley. Do we really want powerful corporations to experiment with us to find out? I think not.
Coal in our Gorge? Get outta here!
David Hupp
Hood River
Nestlé plant
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Yes, there ARE folks in the Gorge who are opposed to the Nestlé water buying project, contrary to what Rep. Johnson thinks (Commentary, April Gorge Business Review, Page 5). Had he attended the first meeting Nestlé hosted in Cascade Locks he would have learned that only about 40 jobs would be created, not dozens. And these are not top-salary positions. Managers will be brought in from other Nestlé facilities.
Mr. Johnson makes Sen. Dingfelder sound like an outsider who does not have Cascade Locks' interests at heart. She is an Oregonian, something he can't say about the Nestlé company. She no doubt looks at the bigger picture - increased traffic, noise, air pollution, more plastic bottles being put into the environment.
Everyone would like to see Cascade Locks do better. But a Nestlé water bottling facility is not the answer.
Maria Kollas
Hood River
are public
Mr. G.P. Taylor makes several significant errors in his letter of April 7. First of all, Naito Development does not "own" the Nichols Boat Basin. Its 5 acres consists of 4 acres of land to the south of the basin and about 1 acre of submerged land.
The Port, a public agency, owns the rest of the basin, about 14 acres, and the developers hope to secure a lease for at least 10 of these publicly owned acres for their proposed cable park.
Secondly, the public use doctrine provides a "floatage easement" - or the right of the public to use (not own) a navigable waterway for recreational uses, including boats for pleasure and fishing, as well as swimming. This easement holds true even if the submerged land is privately owned and the land owner pays taxes on the land beneath the water.
Mr. Taylor would appreciate this easement if he has ever drift fished in a waterway where the submerged land beneath the water where he fishes is privately owned. A land owner cannot prevent someone from floating in the water over his land in a navigable waterway. For a land owner to obstruct the public easement in favor of a special interest group (in this case cable park riders and the developer) runs counter to the public trust doctrine in the State of Oregon.
The waters of the boat basin, flowing into and out of the Columbia River, are not for sale or lease. They belong to all of us.
Leighton Hazlehurst
Hood River
Public does have say
G.P. Taylor's April 7 letter, implying that "Whether the cable park and surrounding development fits within the commercial zone or not is the [only] question …" is misleading. As the same issue's front page story notes, the Port of Hood River, as owner of two-thirds of the port basin "...holds a powerful hand in the fate of the project."
The port is a public or government organization with its governing body elected by the people. That means that the wisdom of the whole proposed project, pros and cons, is up for public debate.
I don't think that the Naito family would help their own self-interest - much less the public's - by fencing off their property and walking off in a huff, as Mr. Taylor suggests.
Dave Dockham
Hood River
English for sheriff
After attending the public candidate forum at Hood River Middle School on Wednesday night our conviction that Matt English is the best candidate for Hood River County Sheriff has never been stronger. Matt made it evident that he is the most knowledgeable, and experienced person in local law enforcement when it comes to the protection and service provided to our community. He showed the depth and detail of that knowledge with every answer.
Matt has been immersed in the workings of the HR sheriff's office at every level for the past 12 years. His experiences with the diverse community partners that collaborate with the sheriff's office have allowed him to develop critical relationships that cannot be matched by the other candidates.
Matt is a man of integrity, ethics and grit. When you talk to him you know exactly where you stand. He is a seasoned veteran deputy with a notable track record and an impressive investigative resume. No one works harder, trains more or brings more forethought to the job.
But the most impressive thing about Matt English is his leadership. Today Matt is already a leader in the sheriff's office. He is respected for his work ethic as well as his expertise. His peers in local law enforcement support him.
Living in a safe community is critically important to us as we raise our family in Hood River. We need a sheriff with a clear direction, and the skills to take our local law enforcement services through the next 20 years. Matt English is our choice for sheriff.
Amy and AJ Kitt
Hood River
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View the City of Topeka Snow Plan
View the live, interactive snow plowing map.
With the exception of emergency requests from police dispatchers, individual requests for snow removal cannot be taken until after major operations have been completed.
The Winter Operations Plan: A Systematic Approach for Treating Streets
The Winter Operations Plan focuses on using a systematic approach for treating streets. The goal is to have streets treated and safe for travel within 24 hours of the end of an ordinary snowfall. Our operational plans are based on efficiently routing snow treatment equipment. This equipment is deployed using weather predictions provided by local and national weather forecasting services.
How does the city develop a plan for each winter storm event?
The City assesses road conditions from local forecasts, weather websites and professional weather services to form an operations plan for each storm. Every snow storm is different, and the planning for each storm takes many factors into account, including snow accumulation predictions and temperatures before, during, and immediately after the end of the snowfall. These factors drive the planning process.
How will you keep the public informed about street conditions?
The Department of Public Works utilizes every means possible to improve communications to better inform the public. The City partners with the local news media and utilizes social media and website to keep citizens informed. Updates are available at:
- SeeClickFix or by calling (785) 368-3111
- Facebook.com/cityoftopeka
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What methods does the City use to treat ice- or snow-covered streets?
The City uses three treatment methods when addressing snow accumulation:
- Anti-icing is a pre-treatment product used on the streets to prevent snow or ice from binding to roadways.
- De-icing occurs by using calcium chloride and salt on streets during the storm to melt snow or ice precipitation.
- Plowing uses snow equipment to remove higher accumulations of snow before using de-icing products. Plowing may leave rows or ridges of snow in front of driveways and is the slowest treatment process.
When do you plow the streets to make them passable?
There is a flexible standard of plowing streets when snow accumulation reaches four (4) inches and additional accumulation is expected. There are other factors to consider before we include plowing in our snow removal plan, such as temperatures before, during and right after the snowfall — as well as the amount of additional snowfall that is expected. Plowing slows down our operation because the trucks must plow at 15 mph. Managers determine whether plowing will increase the efficiency of the overall operation for each snow event.
When do you plow residential streets?
Plowing in residential areas is only executed during a major event, upon directive from the Public Works Director. Should the decision be made to plow residential areas, the work will be started as soon as adequate plowing has occurred along the arterial and collector routes to permit the smaller plow vehicles to access the needed areas.
Plowing along residential streets will be limited to a single pass, except for known problem areas (Hot Spots), bus routes, or collector streets that pass through a residential area and are listed within the primary and secondary route sheets.
How do I know what streets will be plowed?
Priorities have been established to help the City provide the most effective and efficient snow and ice control. The City has created an interactive map of city snow routes.
My street has been treated, but it is still not passable without a lot of difficulty. What should I do?
Several elements increase the melting action of the salt, including sun, heat from your vehicle's tires and time. The process is actually helped by traffic moving carefully on the street. Use your winter driving skills to maneuver on streets that are treated and the salt will do its job. Allow extra time and drive carefully.
How can I help the City with its snow removal plan?
Please, exercise extreme caution when snowfall begins. You can also help by shoveling your sidewalk and limiting travel as much as possible during extreme winter snow events.
If my car gets towed because of a snow emergency, how do I get it back?
If a snow emergency is declared, citizens are given adequate time to move their cars from posted snow emergency routes before any tickets are issued or vehicles towed. For information about where your vehicle was towed, please contact the Topeka Police Department. You will be responsible for the costs of any violations.


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The Dodge City Athletics had the breaks going for them early, but couldn't capitalize as the Hays Larks hit home runs in three straight innings towards a 6-1 victory in Jayhawk League action at Cavalier Field.
The loss was the seventh straight for the Athletics (2-7, 0-7 Jayhawk) and the first against the defending league champions.
Hays had a chance to get runs on the board in the top of the first inning, but Athletics' starting pitcher Ryan Peterson pitched out of the trouble and leaving the bases loaded.
Dodge City took a 1-0 lead in the bottom of the second when Louis Diaz walked, went to second on a second walk, went to third on a groundout and scored on a groundout by Cole Davis.
Hays hitter Jake Placzek hit what looked to be a game-tying home run in the third, but the ball hit the top of the leftfield wall and came back into the field. Centerfielder Kyle Young took the bounce and was able to get Placzek out at third base.
The Larks (8-1, 5-1) tied the game in the top of the fifth when Clayton Garland got a single off Dodge City starter Ryan Petersen, stole second, went to third on an infield hit by Placzek and scored on an error by shortstop Nick Osuna trying to throw out Placzek.
Hays wasn't finished in the inning as Taylor Petersen hit a two-run home run to make the score 3-1 after 4 1/2 innings.
The Larks' Desmond Roberts hit a home run off the top of the leftfield wall in the sixth inning to make the score 4-1 and Josh White capped off the scoring with a two-run shot in the seventh.
Chandler Hawkins was the winning pitcher for Hays, giving up three hits, two walks and one run while striking out 10 in seven innings of work. Petersen was the losing pitcher for Dodge City with four earned runs, nine hits and three walks while striking out six in 5 2/3 innings.
The two teams play again tonight, this time at Larks Field in Hays. The first pitch is scheduled for 7 p.m.
A's hammered by Larks 6-1
The Dodge City Athletics had the breaks going for them early, but couldn't capitalize as the Hays Larks hit home runs in three straight innings towards a 6-1 victory in Jayhawk League action at Cavalier Field.


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Funding focused on first responder communications and 9-1-1
Gov. Ernie Fletcher's support of emergency responders is reflected in the 2007 homeland security funding awards for local agencies, which the Governor announced on Sept. 18, 2007.
Grants were awarded in four categories: first responder communications infrastructure, radios, mobile data computers and 9-1-1 center equipment. Gov. Fletcher previously announced that Kentucky received just over $11 million in discretionary funds for local and state agencies. Of that total, more than $7.2 million will go directly to local agencies under the competitive grant program. The balance of funds will go to the state exercise and training program for first responders, citizen preparedness and outreach initiatives, Kentucky's "hazmat" response teams and the state intelligence fusion center.
"This announcement represents our continued commitment to the security of our commonwealth's communities and families," said Gov. Fletcher. "The Homeland Security grant process continues to focus on the greatest needs of our first responders and reward the highest scoring grant applications. Over 70 percent of our discretionary dollars will go directly to local agencies to support emergency communications capabilities of first responders."
Local agencies will receive more than $3 million for purchase of mobile data computers, which will be installed in first-response vehicles. Agencies will also receive or benefit from more than $2.5 million in communications infrastructure, $852,000 in new radios for first responders, and more than $800,000 for local 9-1-1 centers.
In addition to its grant application, the Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government was awarded a $500,000 grant for the MetroSafe project to help offset cessation of Urban Area Security Initiative funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
This year the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security (KOHS) received more than 200 grant applications requesting more than $74 million. Some 30 peer reviewers from the fields of law enforcement, fire, emergency medical services, emergency management, technology, and the private sector scored the applications. Peer reviewers were asked to evaluate each application according to how effectively it would address a need and increase Kentucky's capability to meet state and national homeland security priorities.
Communications infrastructure applications scoring one standard deviation above the average score were funded at 30 percent of the dollars requested. Radio applications were funded at 40 percent and 9-1-1 centers were funded at 20 percent. Mobile Data Computer applications scoring from average to one standard deviation above average were funded at 10 percent while those scoring above one standard deviation were funded at 20 percent.
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: MOD_AUTOLOAD is deprecated as of initscripts 2011.06.1-1. See [[rc.conf]]. --[[User:Fengchao|Fengchao]] ([[User talk:Fengchao|talk]]) 03:17, 28 May 2012 (UTC)
: MOD_AUTOLOAD is deprecated as of initscripts 2011.06.1-1. See [[rc.conf]]. --[[User:Fengchao|Fengchao]] ([[User talk:Fengchao|talk]]) 03:17, 28 May 2012 (UTC)
== Rebuilding ==
== Rebuilding ==
My mistake on an article edit, I was running an older virtualbox_bin from AUR. It is now /etc/rc.d/vboxdrv setup, this changed in 3.2.2.
My mistake on an article edit, I was running an older virtualbox_bin from AUR. It is now /etc/rc.d/vboxdrv setup, this changed in 3.2.2.
--[[User:VitaminJ|VitaminJ]] 19:09, 2 July 2010 (EDT)
--[[User:VitaminJ|VitaminJ]] 19:09, 2 July 2010 (EDT)
Revision as of 03:26, 28 May 2012
- 1
Clean up
- 2 vmware
- 3
Make guest and host clear
- 4
Corrected USB-problem
- 5
Using host interface networking (the Arch way) & udev rules
- 6
vboxdrv module
- 7
- 8 vboxusers group
- 9 Arch Host vs. Arch Guest
- 10 Page overhaul by dev request
- 11 Module building is now obselete isn't it?
- 12 vbox-service
Clean up
I really think this article should be cleaned up and simplified. It is a little confusing- specifically the "Using host interface networking" section. I would atempt to do it myself, but I am not super knowlegable about this topic. Even Breaking this into sections with advice on which way would be best to use would be helpful. ~meskarune (Fri, June 26, 2009)
Anybody, any experience with how to use existing vmware virtual machine in virtualbox? I tried, but without success. I'll retry using: http://liquidat.wordpress.com/2007/11/23/howto-transform-a-qemu-image-to-a-virtualbox-image/ and post my findings.
Make guest and host clear
The main problem I find with this article is that it is not always clear which parts refer to an archlinux host and which to an archlinux guest. I think ideally the whole article should be re-structured to make this super-clear. maninalift
Could someone please update the wiki with instructions on how to install Guest Additions on an Arch Linux virtual machine? I have been trying to figure this one out for a while now and I can't seem to get the proper daemons/modules to install. ~Thayer (Thursday, 19 July 2007)
I'm bumping this again, because the current instructions don't seem to work.Nevermind, got it working =) ~Thayer (Weds, Aug 6, 2008)
Corrected USB-problem
The fstab entry contains the group-id 85 which can vary on other PCs. I added a possible solution...
More USB
Can confirm that you can use mass storage USB passthrough with 3.0.4. But you must mount /proc/bus/usb as described in the article for any other types of USB devices such as mice & Blackberries
For me an entry in the fstab was also necessary to use my USB flash drive in the WinXP guest. But instead of the line in the wiki article I had to use this one:
none /sys/bus/usb/drivers usbfs devgid=108,devmode=664 0 0 (see this thread: http://bbs.archlinux.org/viewtopic.php?pid=640440)
Using host interface networking (the Arch way) & udev rules
the wiki ask to set a file called 60-vboxdrv.rules under the directory /etc/udev/rules.d, but when I've tried, a file named 60-virtualbox.rules is already here, with the same setting. I don't know if the name matter, how from where the file come (virtualbox-ose via pacman ? guest addition ?)
So I report this. --Gkrnours 04:38, 13 May 2009 (EDT)
vboxdrv module
Since Arch uses MODULES_AUTOLAD=yes by default in /etc/rc.conf, is it still mandatory to add vboxdrv in the MODULES array? I don't think so but I'm not totally sure.
- MOD_AUTOLOAD is deprecated as of initscripts 2011.06.1-1. See rc.conf. --Fengchao (talk) 03:17, 28 May 2012 (UTC)
My mistake on an article edit, I was running an older virtualbox_bin from AUR. It is now /etc/rc.d/vboxdrv setup, this changed in 3.2.2. --VitaminJ 19:09, 2 July 2010 (EDT)
vboxusers group
It would be nice if someone explained why you might need to add your user to
vboxusers group. I did not add my user to this group and everything worked as expected. --Bhobbit 19:11, 12 April 2010 (EDT)
Arch Host vs. Arch Guest
I think the whole article is a bit unclear with regard to instructions for setting up VirtualBox on Arch Linux and Arch Linux in VirtualBox - particularly when it comes to obtaining Guest Additions etc. Unless there's really no difference, I think a great improvement would be adding this clarification wherever applicable.
IMHO article should be refactored
I know that this article follows common pattern used at least in VirtualBox and VMware articles, but usage of VirtualBox instead of VirtualBox on Arch Linux is too misleading.
- It causes difference of real content within translations.
- We really need separate articles about virtual machines, their functions and installation to be linked to from Beginners'_Guide/Preparation#Install_on_a_virtual_machine. As many newbies come from Windoze© content of VirtualBox article should not be Arch-specific.
Splitting main article into two articles with mentioned names and linking VirtualBox with VirtualBox on Arch Linux and Arch Linux in VirtualBox seems to be good idea. The same should possibly be done with VMware and other virtualization articles. Please share your opinion on this topic or maybe do things yourself. --AlexanderR 20:25, 13 October 2011 (EDT)
- Even this talk page is disorienting!
- I understand your point about windows converts (and many others reading the beginners' guide for the first time), but I'm not clear on what you're proposing. Here's my take:
- Beginners'_Guide/Preparation#Install_on_a_virtual_machine is many people's entry point and already lays out the general ideas clearly and links to specific VMs. The four links at the bottom are a bit excessive and could be removed.
- Instead, each of the particular VM pages would start out with general information (brief description, what can it do, etc) and early on link to relevant "installing ___ from ___" & etc articles. Arch specific stuff could come later in the main articles.
- I think this could be done in such a way as to be clear for people who might want to install from a VM for the first time, while staying out of the way of people who are already on Arch and want to use a VM more generally. I don't know enough about this topic to do much myself, but if I get some time to research and play around with these things I might try. | Emiralle 21:31, 13 October 2011 (EDT)
- To clarify: I disagree with having separate "VirtualBox" and "VirtualBox on Arch" articles, for example. I think a well written article can cover both cases without confusion. Emiralle 21:34, 13 October 2011 (EDT)
- Agree with you: ideally we should have perfect virtualization guid with topics of all kinds for both Windows and Arch users and for various situations. --AlexanderR 21:57, 13 October 2011 (EDT)
Page overhaul by dev request
Just bringing attention to this thread from the mailing list.
The page would be linked from the official package and should look something like:
- how to install it
- what modules to add in rc.conf and a short description of modules functionality
- how to run it
- how to run guest additions on arch(as a section rather than a new page like is it now)
No systemd.
On the last item, Arch Linux VirtualBox Guest would be merged in.
According to dev: "What i want is to have a page describing how to run virtualbox on archlinux, as a host and as a guest(for additions)
A short descriptions of our packages at the beginning, what to install when running as host and as a guest.
- virtualbox
- virtualbox-modules
- virtualbox-addtions
- virtualbox-source
- virtualbox-sdk
- virtualbox-archlinux-additions
- virtualbox-archlinux-modules
Install 1,2,3 to run as host add x,y,z modules to rc.conf(descriptions for modules), 4 if you run a custom kernel(run vboxbuild to compile modules), 5 nobody cares, 6,7 in a guest arch linux system, a,b,c modules in rc.conf (see the above link for additions that i pasted)"
--Emiralle 22:45, 26 October 2011 (EDT)
- I decided to be bold and implemented some of these changes.
- Arch Linux VirtualBox Guest could now be redirected to VirtualBox#Arch Linux guests.
- There is now a VirtualBox Extras page for odds and ends.
- I'm not sure I got the right content in the right places, but now it should be easier to shuffle things into place. --Emiralle 00:25, 28 October 2011 (EDT)
--BlackEagle 2011-10-28 21:10 (CEST)
- I moved the vboxbuild stuff a little down, since this will no longer be required from 4.1.4-3 and up
Module building is now obselete isn't it?
Should we remove the section for the module building process? Is it obselete?
- Please sign edits in discussion pages with
- Yes, /usr/bin/vboxbuild doesn't even exist any longer, the article needs some little adaptations to the latest release. Also pm-utils mentions vboxbuild.
- -- Kynikos 08:07, 14 November 2011 (EST)
So, which is the new command for modules rebuild? --Maevius 05:34, 11 December 2011 (EST)
- There's no longer need for rebuilding the modules manually, they come with the virtualbox-modules package, whose current release, 4.1.6-3, depends on 3.1<=linux<3.2. -- Kynikos 15:50, 15 December 2011 (EST)
In section "Synchronise guest date with host" it should be noted that starting vbox-service is also required for the auto mounting feature to work. For example, creating a Shared Folder with the options Make Permanent and Auto-Mount selected will NOT auto mount in /media/sf_<SHARE_NAME> if vbox-service has not been started. --sjroe 19:13, 30 December 2011 (EST)


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The Wilderness Society joins the Department of the Interior in thanking veterans past and present for sacrifices made in service of our country.
Native American Heritage Month offers all Americans the opportunity to recognize and honor tribes who understood the value of wilderness long before European Americans ever laid eyes on bison or redwoods—or, indeed, decided to call certain places "wilderness."
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General: Holly Family (Aquifoliaceae). Yaupon is a native, perennial, evergreen shrub or a small tree (8 m tall). The leathery leaf blades (1 to 2.5 cm long) are alternate, elliptical or oval with shallow teeth at the margins. The upper surface is a lustrous green with a lighter green lower surface. The leaves contain caffeine. Yaupon is the only native plant in North America that contains caffeine. Flowers (5 to 5.5 mm) with four greenish white petals appear from March through May. Blooms appear on axillary clusters on year-old wood. Male flowers appear in clusters while female flowers grow either solitarily or in pairs. Young stems are covered with a purplish down which changes to whitish gray with age. The bark is light in color, from white to gray. The heartwood is hard and close-grained. Female plants have beautiful, round fruits that are a translucent red (5 to 6 mm in diameter) and contain four nutlets. The fruits frequently stay on the bush until the following spring.
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jules21 wrote:kirky92au wrote:My ride this morning, however otherwise uneventful.
i might have had a bit to say to him!
Haha normally I would yell something, I guess I was a bit taken aback really.
warthog1 wrote:I hope that is going to the local police stn. There was absolutely no excuse for that
I took it down there (Along with the template letter) however the local station isn't manned 24/7, and they were out so I'll try again tomorrow.


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If so I think the 210mm is the longest I'd hand hold for any extended or frequent use.
Thoughts and opinions from those who have considerable experience with both of these lenses would be great. It would be fantastic if you have sample photos comparing the two...
I vote 100 with extension tubes.
I have the 100mm, 150mm, 210mm. Yes, you can get a beautiful portrait out of the 100mm. It's a magical lens. That said, I probably use the 150mm the most for portraits and headshots. Great lens, see images. The 210mm does a great job of headshots, but you need to be very sure about your focus and know your dof (although that's true of mf in general). Use that lens at 7' to subject at f8 and dof is 2.3". Go to f11 and it goes to 3.3". The 150 at the same distance and f-stop the dof is about double (but the same if you move in to 5' from subject). So basically I will use the 210mm for headshots if that's all I'm doing. If I'm doing portraits and 3/4 length simultaneously I'll use the 150mm. The 100mm is my first choice for groups and family portraits and full length.


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Introduce younger students to squamates and some of scaly lizards and snakes that are part of this group of animals. Then put their exhibit-designing skills to the test.
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This online article is from the Museum's Science Explorations, a collaboration between AMNH and Scholastic designed to promote science literacy. Written for students in grades 3-6, this article from SuperScience magazine has the following content.
- An interview with AMNH herpetologist Darrel Frost, in which he discusses the upcoming Lizards & Snakes: Alive exhibition
- A hands-on activity, Create an Exhibit, that challenges students to design a museum exhibit that includes lizards and snakes
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Supplement a study of biology with an activity drawn from this online Science Explorations article.
- Send students to this online article, or print copies of it for them to read.
- Working in small groups, have students complete the hands-on activity, Create an Exhibit.
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Learning community
A learning community is a group of people who share common academic goals and attitudes, who meet semi-regularly to collaborate on classwork. Such communities have become the template for a cohort-based, interdisciplinary approach to higher education. This may be based on an advanced kind of educational or 'pedagogical' design.[1]
Community psychologists such as McMillan and Chavis (1986) state that there are four key factors that defined a sense of community: "(1) membership, (2) influence, (3) fulfillment of individuals needs and (4) shared events and emotional connections. So, the participants of learning community must feel some sense of loyalty and belonging to the group (membership) that drive their desire to keep working and helping others, also the things that the participants do must affect what happens in the community; that means, an active and not just a reactive performance (influence). Besides a learning community must give the chance to the participants to meet particular needs (fulfillment) by expressing personal opinions, asking for help or specific information and share stories of events with particular issue included (emotional connections) emotional experiences[2].
Learning communities are now fairly common to American colleges and universities, and are also found in Europe.
In a summary of the history of the concept of learning communities, Wolff-Michael Roth and Lee Yew Jin suggest that until the early 1990s, and consistent with (until then) dominant Piagetian constructivist and information processing paradigms in education, the individual was seen as the "unit of instruction" and the focus of research[3]. Roth and Lee claim this as watershed period when, influenced by the work of Jean Lave[4], and Lave and Etienne Wenger[5] among others, researchers and practitioners switched to the idea that knowing and knowledgeability are better thought of as cultural practices that are exhibited by practitioners belonging to various communities;[6][7][8][9] which, following Lave and Wenger's early work,[5] are often termed communities of practice.[10][11].
Roth and Lee claim that this led to forms of praxis (learning and teaching designs implemented in the classroom, and influenced by these ideas) in which students were encouraged to share their ways of doing mathematics, history, science, etc. with each other. In other words, that students take part in the construction of consensual domains, and "participate in the negotiation and institutionalisation of ... meaning". In effect, they are participating in learning communities. Roth and Lee go on to analyse the contradictions inherent in this as a theoretically informed practice in education.
Roth and Lee are concerned with learning community as a theoretical and analytical category; they critique the way in which some educators use the notion to design learning environments without taking into account the fundamental structures implied in the category. Their analysis does not take account of the appearance of learning communities in the United States in the early 1980s. For example, The Evergreen State College, which is widely considered a pioneer in this area,[12] established an intercollegiate learning community in 1984. In 1985, this same college established the Washington Center for Improving the Quality of Undergraduate Education, which focuses on collaborative education approaches, including learning communities as one of its centerpieces.
Learning communities began to gain popularity at other U.S. colleges and universities during the late 80s and throughout the 90s.[13] The Washington Center's National Learning Commons Directory has over 250 learning community initiatives in colleges and universities throughout the nation.[14]
Learning communities can take many forms. According to Barbara Leigh Smith of The Evergreen State College,[15]
The learning community approach fundamentally restructures the curriculum, and the time and space of students. Many different curricular restructuring models are being used, but all of the learning community models intentionally link together courses or coursework to provide greater curricular coherence, more opportunities for active teaming, and interaction between students and faculty.
Experts frequently describe five basic nonresidential learning community models:[16][12]
- Linked courses: Students take two connected courses, usually one disciplinary course such as history or biology and one skills course such as writing, speech, or information literacy.
- Learning clusters: Students take three or more connected courses, usually with a common interdisciplinary theme uniting them.
- Freshman interest groups: Similar to learning clusters, but the students share the same major, and they often receive academic advising as part of the learning community.
- Federated learning communities: Similar to a learning cluster, but with an additional seminar course taught by a "Master Learner," a faculty member who enrolls in the other courses and takes them alongside the students. The Master Learner's course draws connections between the other courses.
- Coordinated studies: This model blurs the lines between individual courses. The learning community functions as a single, giant course that the students and faculty members work on full-time for an entire semester or academic year.
Residential learning communities, or living-learning programs, range from theme-based halls on a college dormitory to degree-granting residential colleges.[17] What these programs share is the integration of academic content with daily interactions among students, faculty, and staff living and working in these programs.[18]
Universities are often drawn to learning communities because research has shown that they improve student retention rates. Emily Lardner and Gillies Malnarich of the Washington Center at The Evergreen State College note that a learning community can have a much greater impact on students:[19]
The camaraderie of co-enrollment may help students stay in school longer, but learning communities can offer more: curricular coherence; integrative, high-quality learning; collaborative knowledge-construction; and skills and knowledge relevant to living in a complex, messy, diverse world.
Studies show that enrollment in a learning community has a powerful effect on student learning and achievement.[20][21]
There are also criticism on learning in groups. According to Armstrong (2012), people put in groups lose their sense of individual responsibility, and typically the things learned through taking individual responsibility are the things remembered by adults.[22]
See also[edit]
- Collaborative learning
- Community of practice
- Learning organization
- Online learning community
- Professional learning community
- Angehrn, Albert A.; Gibbert, Michael (2008). "Learning Networks - Introduction, Background, Shift from bureaucracies to networks, Shift from training and development to learning, Shift from competitive to collaborative thinking, The three key challenges in learning networks".
- Gabelnick, Faith; MacGregor, Jean; Matthews, Roberta S.; Smith, Barbara Leigh (1990). Learning Communities: Creating Connections Among Students, Faculty, and Disciplines. New Directions for Teaching and Learning. 41. Jossey-Bass. ISBN 978-1-55542-838-9.
- Smith, Barbara Leigh; McCann, J., eds. (2001). Reinventing Ourselves: Interdiciplinary Education, Collaborative Learning, and Experimentation in Higher Education. Bolton, MA: Anker Publishing.
- ^ Goodyear, P., De Laat, M., and Lally, V. (2006) Using Pattern Languages to Mediate Theory-Praxis Conversations in Designs for Networked Learning. ALT-J, Research in Learning Technology, 14,(3), pp211-223.
- ^ Bonk, C. J, Wisher, R & Nigrelli, M. (2004) Chapter 12. Learning Communities, Communities of practices: principles, technologies and examples in Littlton, Karen, Learning to Collaborate. Nova. USA.
- ^ Roth, W-M. and Lee, Y-J. (2006) Contradictions in theorising and implementing communities in education. Educational Research Review, 1, (1), pp27-40.
- ^ Lave, J. (1988) Cognition in practice: Mind, mathematics and culture in everyday life. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
- ^ a b Lave, J., & Wenger, E. (1991). Situated learning: Legitimate peripheral participation. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
- ^ Brown, J. S., Collins, A., & Duguid, P. (1989) Situated cognition and the culture of learning. Educational Researcher, 18(1), pp32–42.
- ^ Roth, W.-M., & Bowen, G. M. (1995) Knowing and interacting: A study of culture, practices, and resources in a grade 8 open-inquiry science classroom guided by a cognitive apprenticeship metaphor. Cognition and Instruction, 13, 73–128.
- ^ Scardamalia, M., & Bereiter, C. (1994). Computer support for knowledge-building communities. Journal of the Learning Sciences, 3, pp265–283.
- ^ The Cognition and Technology Group (1994). From visual word problems to learning communities: Changing conceptions of cognitive research. In K. McGilly (Ed.), Classroom lessons: Integrating cognitive theory and classroom practice (pp. 157–200). Cambridge, MA: MIT Press.
- ^ Bos-Ciussi. M, Augier. M, and Rosner, G. (2008), Learning Communities Are Not Mushrooms - or - How to Cultivate Learning Communities in Higher Education in Communities of Practice: Creating Learning Environments for Educators, C. Kimble, P. Hildreth and I. Bourdon (Eds), Information Age Publishing. Vol 2, Ch 14, pp. 287-308..
- ^ Habhab. S. (2008), Workplace Learning in a Community of Practice: How do Schoolteachers Learn? in Communities of Practice: Creating Learning Environments for Educators, C. Kimble, P. Hildreth and I. Bourdon (Eds), Information Age Publishing. Vol 1, Ch 11, pp. 213-232.
- ^ a b Tinto, V. (2003). Learning Better Together: The Impact of Learning Communities on Student Success. In Promoting Student Success in College, Higher Education Monograph Series (pp. 1-8). Syracuse, NY: Syracuse University. Retrieved September 22, 2009, from http://faculty.soe.syr.edu/vtinto/Files/Learning%20Better%20Together.pdf.
- ^ Smith, B.L. (2001, Fall). Challenge of Learning Communities as a Growing National Movement. Peer Review, 4(1). Retrieved September 22, 2009, from http://www.aacu.org/peerreview/pr-fa01/pr-fa01feature1.cfm.
- ^ National Learning Communities Directory Search
- ^ Smith, B. L. (1993). Creating Learning Communities. Liberal Education, 79(4), 32-39.
- ^ Kellog, K. (1999) Learning Communities. ERIC Digest. Washington, D.C.: ERIC Clearinghouse on Higher Education. (ED430512). Retrieved on September 21, 2009 from ERIC database: http://eric.ed.gov/ERICWebPortal/recordDetail?accno=ED430512
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- ^ Brower, A.M. & Dettinger, K. (1998) What is a learning community? Towards a comprehensive model. About Campus, (Nov/Dec), 15-21.
- ^ Lardner, Emily, and Gillies Malnarich. (2008, July–August). New Era in Learning-Community Work: Why The Pedagogy of Intentional Integration Matters. Change Magazine Retrieved September 25, 2009 from http://www.changemag.org/Archives/Back%20Issues/July-August%202008/full-new-era.html.
- ^ Taylor, Kathe, William S. Moore, Jean MacGregor, and Jerri Lindblad. (2003). Executive Summary. Learning Community Research and Assessment: What We Know Now. Washington Center for Improving Higher Education. Retrieved on September 15, 2009 from http://www.evergreen.edu/washcenter/resources/upload/Pages_from_ImpactLC.pdf.
- ^ Price, Derek V., (2005). Learning Communities and Student Success in Postsecondary Education: A Background Paper. MDRC. Retrieved September 22, 2009 from http://www.mdrc.org/publications/418/full.pdf.
- ^ J. Scott Armstrong (2012). "Natural Learning in Higher Education". Encyclopedia of the Sciences of Learning.


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Rochester police, federal officials hosting 5th annual prescription turn-in this monthBy John Quinn
Union Leader Correspondent
April 19. 2013 1:30PM
ROCHESTER – Area residents have a chance to clean out their medicine cabinets and rid their homes of extra prescription pills and medicine to help battle abuse nationwide.
Members of Rochester Police and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) are collecting "potentially dangerous expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs" during an event scheduled April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rochester Police Department at 23 Wakefield St.
Once turned-in, the medicine will be properly disposed by the DEA of as part of the free and anonymous service, according to Capt. Anthony Triano.
"This is our 5th take back event," Triano said in an e-mail. "The last event in April of 2012 we turned in 112.5 pounds of prescriptions."
Since its inception, local police and federal authorities collected more than 1,000 tons of pills from across the nation in the past five years, according to a release.
Triano said surveys show about 20 percent of high school students have used prescription drugs for non-medical reasons.
"Many of these drugs are obtained from their own medicine cabinets," Triano said, adding there were 200 drug related deaths in state in 2011 and 82 percent of the incidents were related to prescription drug abuse.
Triano said area residents can turn in their prescriptions - no questions asked - to an officer who will be collecting them from a window office in the lobby of the station. He added the medicine will be place into lined boxes provided by the DEA and will be sealed when full.
The program offers an alternative to traditional means of disposing of medicines – flushing them down the toilet or tossing them in the trash – which could cause safety or health hazards, according to the DEA.
Until federal officials implement regulations provisions of the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act of 2010, area residents can turn in their prescription pills to police, who will continue to hold prescription drug take-back events every few months, according to the release.


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scrubwebdesigns needed a new web page design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 22 designs submitted by 7 freelance designers.
Scrub Web Design
We design websites. We target small businesses, startups, and home-based businesses. We have an in-house design team, but want to get a fresh approach for this new company. We are wanting to come across as the newest, easiest, most simple web design company for any small business. Our culture is clean, simple and fresh. We take care of all SEO, CSS, design, logos, etc. We are wanting our potential clients to feel like we really do, do the dirty work for them, at the most competitive pricing available on the web. One on one custom design, consulting, and development.
We target small businesses, startup businesses, and at-home businesses. Our main product is Websites, then others: logos, prints, graphics, etc.. We have yet to find a small business web design website that is web 2.0, friendly, clean and refreshing to visit. You are designing this for us.
Be creative.
We want a clean, professional web 2.0 look, without the confusing cutesy look on so many web 2.0 sites. We target small business owners, so we need professionalism with web 2.0 integrated into it.
Be clean.
We like the web2.0 portfolio look, bigger is better, but NOT HUGE. We want this to feel refreshing to a small business owner, where they can be taken from home page to signup to client.
Fresh Colors.
As the name implies, SCRUB web design, so a fresh scrub logo, with scrubbing actions, maybe bubbles (not cutesy), or something where scrubbing is involved making a website.
Small business owners don't like the technical web stuff, so we really want to show them we take the dirty work out of web design, or we do the dirty work for them.
Fresh, whites, blues, greens, color themes of your choice. Really we are open to anything, but want it to be fresh and clean leaning more towards sky blues, or the like, colors that are earth tones could work, but keeping in mind professionalism.
We are to beat sites like
hitwebdesign.com (no competition on design) site is hideous and ugly, we don't want anything like it... but web 2.0 fresh and clean...
our current old site (5 years old, you are designing new site design on scrubwebdesign.com )
simplesolutionswebdesign.com (don't follow this theme, but use your creativity for a completely new theme)
we will follow similar process (not this design)
some sites we like ( no preference, just design concepts and colors and themes):
psd layout of home page
psd of logo
We will do all CSS, HTML, etc. just let your creative juices flow...
I have uploaded some sample images of colors and themes we like... your creativity though


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Seven arrests at government roadblock in Bow
August 25. 2013 10:19AM
BOW - State Police say they got five intoxicated drivers off the road at a government roadblock Saturday night.
The checkpoint, on Route 3A and Hall Street near the ramp to Interstate route 89, resulted in seven total arrests. In addition to the drunken driving suspects, one of whom was also charged with possession of drugs, one motorist was charged with a subsequent offense of driving after suspension and another for possessing drugs. One person was deemed to require placement in protective custody until the effects of their alleged intoxication were sufficiently diminished.
Those arrested will face charges in Concord District Court. Police said 180 vehicles were stopped at checked at the roadblock.


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It looks like I've got a pesky infection on my hands that I can't get to go away.
Yesterday I was checking one of our client's servers, and found that its memory was getting eaten up by many, many multiple update.exe processes that were running in the background. A google search quickly revealed this:
(Link)Process File: update or update.exe
Process Name: Downloader.W32.Gen
update.exe is registered as the W97M.Exedrop downloader. This process usually comes bundled with a virus and its main role is to do nothing other than download other viruses to your computer. It is a registered security risk and should be removed immediately.
Note: update.exe is also a process belonging to the BargainBuddy advertising program by eXact Advertising LLC. This process monitors your browsing habits and distributes the data back to the author's servers for analysis. This also prompts advertising popups. This program is a registered security risk and should be removed immediately.
So this server already has Panda installed, so I ran a scan. Found 0 infected files. So next I tried online scans -- Housecall wouldn't run for some reason, but I got the Kapersky online scan to run. Interestingly enough, Kapersky found 4 infected files that Panda never caught; however, after even removing those, I still have tons of update.exe processes running.
You can kill the processes, but they immediately crank right back up.
So next I ran Spybot, and it found a handful of problems as well, but still failed to do anything about update.exe. Meanwhile, all these processes continue to eat away at ther server's memory.
So what should I do now? Before someone says "scan in safe mode", please note that's a last resort (though life would be a lot easier if I could). I work on these client machines remotely through RDC, so if I rebooted into safe mode, I'd lose access to the machine. If push comes to shove, we can send someone out there to do it in person, but that's a last resort.
What's funny is the client still has no clue they're infected. I just happened upon it while checking up on the server. That being the case, I hope I can get it cleaned out before they discover they have been infected -- just makes us look that much better when we fix problems before they know they have them!


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5 Headboards Made From Wall Hangings
Have a favorite rug, piece of fabric, or vintage tapestry and looking to add some color and pattern to your bedroom? Consider hanging them behind your bed. You can install a curtain rod or nail the textiles directly to the wall — a simple DIY that won't take much time or space.
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2. Stacey's Everything from Somewhere on Apartment Therapy
3. Design*Sponge via Apartment Therapy
4. Dean's Stylish & Social Greystone on Apartment Therapy
5. Design Mom
- Bedroom Inspiration: Unusual & Beautiful Wooden Headboards
- Blanket Headboards
- Ideas & Instructions: 9 Woody DIY Headboards
- Stick It! Colorful Decal Headboards
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101 Apparel x Djinns
Vinyl Athlete
Product Details
- 32.0 oz
- Blue; Red
- new (we only sell new items)
- 101 Apparel
This design is a take on the vintage aesthetics of baseball tees from the 1970s; a style that is a bonafide classic of the genre by this point. Taking that design concept as a template and adding our own urban record nerd twist to the mix by grafting 33 RPM as a stand in for the jersey number creates a fresh and unique shirt that will please those who like retro design work with a sporty feel. The text reads "Vinyl Athlete" with half a record show in between 33RPM and "Vinyl Athlete". This one is for the DJ's, record collectors, or those who take their vinyl seriously like an athlete.


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Paris is known for many things including beauty, culture, romance and iconic landmarks. It is believed that it is the most popular tourist destination in the world. The city has a notable influence over many realms of culture: art, cuisine, and fashion. The city is so beautiful and influential in fact, that major areas of the city and the River Seine are preserved as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. When you visit, you should make time to climb the Eiffel Tower, marvel at the Gothic beauty of Notre Dame, explore the Louvre Museum and see a show at the Moulin Rouge. The choice is yours to design your own adventure. Wimdu allow you to tailor your trip to your own personal preferences, offering apartments for rent in Pairs' most famous and trendy districts, as well as a good range of accommodation is some of the lesser-known and therefore cheaper areas. This has the dual effect of not only slashing your accommodation bills during you time in Paris, but allowing you to see the city from a more localised point of view.
Where to stay – Accommodation and apartment rentals in Paris' trendiest districts
There is no denying that Paris is a pricy city when it comes to accommodation. Hotels and hostels alike are able to charge a lot of money for even the most modest of rooms due to the enormous popularity of the city. More savvy travelers often look to rent an apartment in Paris. These self-catering apartments offer visitors not only great accommodation at affordable prices, but also the opportunity to mingle with real Parisians, away from the tourist bubble. You can also tap into your new short term rental landlord or roommates wealth of local knowledge. It's an excellent way to find out the best local bars and restaurants often just minutes away from you accommodation. So if you would like to travel like a local, and personalized your trip make sure you check out Wimdu great range of holiday apartments and other accommodation options in Paris.
Fun Facts
- Did you know that the Eiffel Tower is given a makeover, including a new coat of paint, every seven years?
- Despite being the defining image of Paris, the Eiffel Tower is not the most visited attraction. That title goes to Disneyland Paris, found on the city's outskirts.
- On the first Wednesday of every month, the civil service alarm is sounded at midday. Do not worry there is no imminent attack - it is just a test.
- There are more dogs in Paris than children. (About 300,000 dogs for those stat lovers)
- Its nickname of the City of Lights was coined not because of the wattage output but for the renowned amount of intellectuals that resided in the city.
Before Amsterdam, New York, and Las Vegas, Paris was the original 'sin city' of lively entertainment. The Moulin Rouge is known as the world's first cabaret theatre show and remains today, amongst tourists in particular, one of the hottest ticket in town. For those who prefer the more gritty and underground bar, for which continental Europe is famed, head to La Piano Vache. This great bar is the perfect introduction into Parisian underground culture. It is advisable that you take a detour off the tourist track when looking for the bets nightlife. We recommend asking your apartment host for tips on where to head at night. Nobody can beat a local on knowledge of the best drinking spots. In terms of daytime entertainment, Paris has a diverse array of activities to offer. Whilst sightseeing will keep you occupied for much of your stay , it is also a great idea to check out the City Zoo and waterparks that serve the city during the warmer months. If you are staying in Paris for longer its rewarding idea to try out a French language course and brush up on the world most romantic language.
In terms of daytime entertainment, Paris has a diverse array of activities to offer. Whilst sightseeing will keep you occupied for much of your stay , it is also a great idea to check out the City Zoo and waterparks that serve the city during the warmer months. If you are staying in Paris for longer its rewarding idea to try out a French language course and brush up on the world most romantic language.
The best sights and attractions
Paris is one of the most famous and visited city in the world. Its world-famous attractions roll off the tongue of even the most untraveled amongst us. Here is but a few of the sights you should check out during your stay.
• In the heart of Paris, on the banks of the Seine, lies the world most famous and most visited museum The Lourve. Over 30,000 objects from today all the way back to the dawn of time are exhibited in the 60,600 square meter museum , originally built in the late 12th Century as a fortress.
• Located in the former railway station, The Musee d'Orsay hosts some of the world's best impressionist paintings. It is one of the largest permanent collection of the genres in the world.
• Walking along banks of the River Seine offers the best view of some of Paris' most important landmarks. From the famous Pont Neuf bridge, walk to the Ile de la Cite to see the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Palais Justice.
• In the wealthy suburb of Paris lies the majestic Palace of Versailles. The stunning building has a fascinating history as the symbol of the system of absolute monarchy of the Ancien Régime.
• Stroll along the Champ Elysees towards the famed Eiffel Tower, it is cheaper to go half way up the tower and you still get a great view of the city.
• On the western tip of the Champ Elysees lies one of Paris' most famed monuments. The Arc de Triomphe, stands 50m high and honours those who fought and dies in the Napoleonic and French Revolutionary ward. Inscribed on both the inner and outer façade are the names of all the French victories and the generals that led them.
Transportation and Day trips
A wonderful feature of Paris is that there are a number of modes of transport to explore the city. Ride the metro or drift along in a boat. Or travel through Paris like the locals do, on a bike or on skates, a great form of exercise plus you can stop pretty much anywhere you want if something catches your attention. A wonderful, albeit haunting excursion in Paris is a visit to the Catacombs of Paris, an underground resting place that holds the remains of about 6 million people. Paris is also considered one of the fashion capitals of the world, and is home to such labels as Chanel, Christian Dior and Yves Saint – Laurent. In terms of shopping, explore Le Marais for many "Parisian" style clothing stores. Or visit Quartier Saint-Germain-des-Prés for a range of vintage clothing stores. If you are lucky, you may even be able to pick up some great deals on some world renowned labels!


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Earlier Event: December 16Cambridge | Junction
Later Event: January 19Colchester | Arts Centre
This tour is ANXIETY SAFE.
I suffer from anxiety myself so I know that live gigs can be terrifying. We all have our 'thing' and it can be hard for me to predict what would make you the most comfortable. So if you somehow feel inhibited by your anxiety and there IS something I can do, like, letting you in before the crowd, saving a specific seat for you or letting you know about the show in advance, you can email me at email@example.com and we will try and sort something out.
This tour has GENDER NEUTRAL TOILETS.
Going to the toilet can be both terrifying and genuinely dangerous for a lot of people, who don't necessarily identify with a specific gender - or who are trans. I wish for everyone to be and feel welcome on my tour. So the toilets will either be gender neutral already - or I will bring signs saying GENDER NEUTRAL on them. Some will say GENDER NEUTRAL WITH URINAL so you know where to go, should you need one of these. This is absolutely not up for discussion. Assume that I have heard ALL the arguments AGAINST gender neutral toilets and that I have made a decision based on logic and empathy. We did this on my last tour - and all venues, apart from a few, said yes - and no one complained. It's doable.
This tour has DISABLED ACCESS to all venues.
If you are disabled, I am so sorry - I had no idea how few venues had disabled access. As an able-bodied person I am so unaware of these things - and trying to make sure all venues were accessible was more difficult than it should have been. But we made it. All the venues should be completely accessible. However, it is advised that you contact the venue and let them know what you need specifically, just in case.


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Former Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary trustee, Sterling B. Williams, died May 19, 2013. He was 72. He was vice president of education at The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (The College), where he led The College's education division and directed the Council on Resident Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2001. Williams was scheduled to retire on June 1.
Williams was born and raised in Little Rock, Ark. He earned a bachelor's degree in Zoology from the University of Illinois-Champaign/Urbana, a master's degree in physiology from Northern Illinois University, and his medical doctorate and PhD from the University of Arkansas. He served his ob-gyn residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center.
He was a professor at Columbia University, and residency program director at the Harlem Hospital Center in New York City, from 1987 to 1997. From 1997 to 2001, he was the Kermit E. Krantz Professor and chair of the department of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Kansas until accepting the position of Vice President of Education at The College.
Williams published an extensive list of articles and book chapters and received many honors including Alpha Omega Alpha Scholastic Honorary Society membership, induction into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame (2008), the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Distinguished Alumnus Award (2012) and the Castle-Connelly Lifetime Achievement Award (2013).
His many educational leadership positions led to national initiatives. He served on the board of directors of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME). He also served as secretary of the Council of Medical Specialty Societies, president of the Kermit E. Krantz Obstetrical & Gynecological Society, and vice president of the New York Gynecological Society.
Besides his many educational contributions, Williams sang baritone for The Washington Chorus. He is survived by his wife, Joice, and three children, Sterling, Spencer and Angela.


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Jets sign defenseman Pardy
The Winnipeg Jets have signed defenseman Adam Pardy.
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The 29-year-old Pardy, who reached a deal with the Jets on Saturday, played in 17 games last season with the Buffalo Sabres. He had four assists and 14 penalty minutes.
Pardy also played in 21 games with Rochester of the American Hockey League and had two goals, seven assists and 22 penalty minutes.
In 200 career NHL games with Buffalo, Calgary and Dallas, Pardy has recorded four goals, 29 assists and 171 penalty minutes.
Selected in the sixth round of the 2004 draft by Calgary, the 6-foot-4, 220-pound Pardy also had a pair of assists in six playoff games with the Flames.


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Why don't any boys like me?
It's normal for you to want to be liked by boys as you get older, especially if your friends have official boyfriends and you don't. To answer the question, there's no way of knowing for sure that a boy doesn't like you right now. Someone might like you and just be too shy to say anything. Or maybe a boy that you consider a friend likes you, but you never thought of him that way.
The middle school years are a funny time for romance. Some kids are thinking a lot about the people they like, but other kids aren't too interested yet in having a girlfriend or boyfriend. Some girls or boys start to "go out" with someone and then say to themselves, "Oh, my. This is too weird!"
Chances are excellent that a boy will like you someday, and hopefully he will be brave enough to say so. Until then, enjoy your friends who are boys and think about the qualities you like in a boy. Do you like boys who are funny, smart, or athletic? Or maybe all three?
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12 U.S. Code § 1883 - Insurance rates; report to Congress
§ 1883.
Insurance rates; report to CongressThe Federal supervisory agencies shall consult with
insurers furnishing insurance protection against losses resulting from robberies, burglaries, and larcenies committed against financial institutions referred to in section 1881 of this title, and
State agencies having supervisory or regulatory responsibilities with respect to such insurers
to determine the feasibility and desirability of premium rate differentials based on the installation, maintenance, and operation of security devices and procedures. The Federal supervisory agencies shall report to the Congress the results of their consultations pursuant to this section not later than two years after July 7, 1968.
(Pub. L. 90–389, § 4, July 7, 1968, 82 Stat. 295.)
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