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BEIJING (Caixin Online) — An important policy meeting is expected to be held this week, setting the tone for economic work in 2013 and beyond. This year's conference will garner even more attention because it will offer the first glimpse of economic policies from the new leadership that came to power in November.
The Central Economic Work Conference is jointly organized by the Central Committee of the Communist Party and the State Council, China's cabinet.
It is held in December each year and usually reviews that year's government policies on the economic front and plans for the next year. Although the conference will not spell out policy details, it sets the direction, often indicated in subtle word changes, and will soon be followed by specifics from ministries and departments.
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The following is a review of what directions economic work conferences in the last five years have taken.
2007 Central Economic Work Conference (Dec. 3 to 5)
Keywords: Prevent overheating and inflation
Background: China's economy is red hot in 2007. Its revised growth rate reaches 13%. The consumer price index, which measures inflation and gives food prices high weight, was higher than 6% for four straight months.
Investment and trade surplus also increase rapidly, so does the supply of money. All figures point to economic overheating and the risk of runaway inflation. Many economists wonder whether China could suffer a hard landing.
Focus of conference: The conference asks for "prudent fiscal policy and tight monetary policy." It is the first time since the 1997 Asian Financial Crisis that government calls for a tight monetary policy.
The goal of macro regulations in 2008, says the conference statement, is to prevent two trends — fast economic growth from becoming overheating and structural price increases from turning into obvious inflation. It listed four targets for macro control: control economic aggregates, stabilize prices, adjust economic structure and promote balance.
The conference also touches upon measures to improve people's well-being, including increasing income distribution reform and subsidies to low-income groups, expansion of social security and medical insurance, exploration of social security mechanism in rural areas, and implementation of free, compulsory education nationwide.
On liquidity, a mounting trade surplus results in the central bank's massive money printing — with the country's control over the exchange rate, the bank buys foreign currency from domestic companies — and more liquidity to the market to fuels inflation. The conference also calls for control of total credit and the pace of delivering credit to the market.
2008 Central Economic Work Conference (Dec. 8 to 10)
Keywords: Expand domestic demand
Background: The year 2008 witnessed the outbreak and spread of the global financial crisis. China's economy, long heavily reliant on investment and export, suffers a setback as external markets become sluggish. China's growth rate in 2008 dropped from 13% in 2007 to 9%.
To change the growth pattern from relying on external demands to domestic demand seems a must. But what's more urgent is to keep the economy humming. In November 2008, before the conference, the government comes up with a stimulus package of 4 trillion yuan ($641 billion) for the next two years.
Focus: The unofficial slogan of the conference is "baoba" — a reference to the central government wanting to maintain the growth rate at 8%, a number significantly lower than the average of 9.8% growth rate between 1979 and 2007.
The goal of the conference changes to implementing a proactive fiscal policy and a moderately expansive monetary policy — tightening is no longer appropriate. In addition, it calls for substantially increasing public expenditure and total supply of money and credit.
The government wants to both expand domestic demand and stabilize external demand, and maintain a stable exchange rate and improve the country's balance of payments.
The housing industry is singled out. "Make the property market play an active role in expanding domestic demands," the conference statement says.
It also says that it will "spare no effort to maintain social stability."
2009 Central Economic Work Conference (Dec. 5 to 7)
Keyword: Maintain growth
Background: The financial storm continues to rage across the globe. China maintains relatively high growth, but is still suffering a significant slowdown compared with previous years' performance.
It's still unclear when the global economy will be out of the woods. Calls for China to change its old economic pattern, which relies on export and investment, are growing louder.
Focus: This year's conference states that "2009 is the toughest year for China's economic development since the new century." It reassures that the proactive fiscal and expansive monetary policy will continue along the same line, but admits that the country needs reforms to its economic structure.
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The conference lists five major areas for structural optimization: boost consumption, accelerate the process of urbanization, cultivate strategic emerging industries, restrain overcapacity and coordinate regional development.
Other policy goals include relaxing hukou restrictions in small cities and towns, pushing forward reform of monopolistic industries, improving people's well-being and maintaining social stability.
Worried about the consequence of hasty and massive investment on projects in the 4 trillion yuan USDCNY, +0.0159% stimulus, the conference concludes that the focus is finishing existing projects and tight control of approving new projects.
2010 Central Economic Work Conference (Dec. 10 to 12)
Keywords: Inflation control
Background: The Chinese economy survived the global crisis relatively unscathed. But the inflation hazard is back. At the beginning of 2010, the prices of grain, vegetables, cooking oil and other consumer products have jumped significantly.
Chinese officials repeatedly signaled their concerns over growing inflationary pressures and the overheated property market. Excess currency since 2008 is blamed as the fundamental reason for this round of inflation.
Focus: The conference, making a blueprint for the first year of the 12th Five-year Plan, highlights the importance of managing the expectation of inflation and the development of modern agricultural industry.
The three primary objectives of the conference are to "maintain stable and relatively fast economic growth, adjust economic structure and manage inflationary expectations."
Still upholding "proactive fiscal policy and prudent monetary policy," the government wants the policies to be "targeted, flexible, and efficient."
Policy makers attach more importance to the agricultural sector, planning to steadily raise the purchase price of grain and invest more in farmland water conservation.
On liquidity, the central government calls for more credit to small and medium-sized companies. It also mentions the debt raised by local governments, calls for better management of local debts and warns against hasty investment projects.
2011 Central Economic Work Conference (Dec. 12 to 14)
Keywords: Steady growth
Background: With high unemployment rates, major advanced economies lack growth impetus. Protectionism is mounting across the world. Emerging economies face the dual pressures of inflation and slowing economic growth.
Domestically, China needs to solve structural problems and change the mode of unbalanced, uncoordinated and unsustainable development. There are many new headaches, such as slowing economy, effectiveness of the control over real estate market, difficulties for small businesses and excessive capacity.
Focus: The main tone of 2012 is to "advance steadily" with three targets: steady growth, control over prices and economic restructuring. Stabilizing the overall price level isn't a priority anymore. And the central government warns against economic slowing.
The government still wants to have a "proactive fiscal policy and prudent monetary policy," but is focusing on "preemptive fine tuning," meaning more active steps to combat the risks of economic slowdown and unexpected turbulence.
The focus on social welfare continues to be in the conference statement, which says more emphasis should be put on "social protection and improvement of people's livelihood, development of the service sector and (the need to) increase the proportion of the middle-income population."
The conference vows to continue control measures of the property sector and plans to launch pilot programs on changing business tax to value-added tax and property tax.
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Some dogs are perfectly happy to wait patiently outside businesses. And some just don't understand why they have to stay in the car.
A dog that was left inside the car while their owner went inside Subway to pick up food was not happy to be on the outside. The dog kept honking the horn while barking, to make sure his owner didn't waste any time.
Tim and Yvonne Blankenship spotted the scene when they stopped to pick up lunch at a Grove City Subway, and started recording video while laughing.
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Blackhawks take 2-0 series lead against Wild
No need for a 'showtime' tie-breaking goal this time around for the Chicago Blackhawks.
Goalie Corey Crawford didn't allow things to reach that point.
Crawford, an oft-forgotten part of the success story for the defending Stanley Cup champions, provided the highlight-reel save his team needed at the key moment to hold on for a closer-than-it-appears 4-1 win over the Minnesota Wild, which has Chicago holding a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven Western Conference semifinal series.
With the Wild pushing for the equalizer early in the third period, moments after making it a one-goal game, Crawford came up a big-time save that winning teams need.
The key wasn't just getting a piece of Zach Parise's offering from the slot, but when the puck went over him and was headed into the net, Crawford reached back and batted it out of the air with his stick to preserve the lead.
"It kind of popped up and I wasn't sure if it was falling back toward the net," Crawford said. "I just tried to whack it behind the net. I just caught enough of it. I almost missed it, where it might have gone in. Just enough to land on top."
Soon enough, Bryan Bickell added the insurance goal and Brandon Saad's empty-netter, his second goal of the game, rounded out the scoring.
Game 3 will be Monday in Minnesota.
A second three-goal difference — Chicago won the opener 5-2 — is indicative of the difference between these teams in the sense the Hawks truly are a Cup contender and the Wild will have a tough time matching them.
However, much like the opening loss in which it took Patrick Kane's third-period goal to break open a 2-2 deadlock, the Wild are coming close.
"They have chances and we have chances, and they got some lucky bounces and we don't," Wild netminder Ilya Bryzgalov said. "It's tough to say. Sometimes it's a game, score on a lucky bounce and the game goes in a different direction right away. They score a goal on lucky bounce."
More importantly, the Hawks also got that save on a fortunate break, on top of the fortunate goal Bryzgalov talked about, but it was hardly a moral victory.
"We didn't play nearly well enough to win. I think that's what we're upset about, not so much being down 2-0," Parise said. "That's not fun either, but the way we played tonight wasn't good enough, and definitely not good enough to beat the Blackhawks."
Chicago captain Jonathan Toews and Saad both scored to give the hosts a 2-0 lead after the second period to the delight of the United Center standing room only crowd of 22,018. But the sense of deja vu was palpable when Cody McCormick finished an excellent passing play with Erik Haula and Clayton Stoner to make it a one-goal two minutes into the third period.
The equalizer couldn't be found, which has the Blackhawks filling their room full of playoff heroes and the Wild looking for a spark, with the hopes a trip home will provide it.
"We have to put that in our heads that we can still come back, we've done it before, and that's it," said Wild winger Charlie Coyle, alluding to his team's first-round series win over Colorado which came after a 2-0 deficit. "We've got to put these games behind us. It's not going to do any good to worry about them now. So just think ahead and we've got to win that next one."
Bickell finished with three points and Marian Hossa netted three assists, while the Wild need somebody to drum up the key goal at the right time.
The saving grace for the Wild is that resiliency which came through in the Colorado series, and even stay in the hunt during the first two games, is part of the team's DNA.
"Last series, I thought we did a great job staying positive," head coach Mike Yeo said. "Despite the fact that we were down 2-0, we still believed we could win. That to me is the No.-1 thing. When I look at these last two games, I know we can be better, we're not that far off. We're a play or two each game away from being at least with a split right now. I think there's positives in that."
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"The dead do not rest easy in Lewiston, and they like to remind the living that they refuse to be forgotten."
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Whether you're just out to have some fun or learn something of the paranormal, Lewiston's Marble Orchard Ghost Walks showcase Lewiston's rough and tumble frontier past as well as its gloriously ghost-filled present.
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The Marble Orchard Ghost Walks begin promptly at 7 p.m. on Saturdays starting Sept. 7 and continue every Saturday night through Oct. 26. Meet in the Peace Garden, 476 Center St., Lewiston, rain or shine. No reservations are necessary.
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Walk through the Historic District, and always (as in life) ending up in the Village Cemetery. Have an eerie and fun-filled adventure as you learn about curses, graveyard etiquette and bizarre early medical practices, all told by costumed actors channeling the spirits of yesteryear.
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My 2 week old son is eating constantly. After doing some searching around on this site I know that he is probably going through a growth spurt, but it worries me that he spits up pretty often after eating lately. Today he spit up around 4 times - not projectile or anything, just flowing out. He usually will spit up after he has fallen asleep on the breast and while I am burping him. He doesn't seem bothered or in any pain. Each time he spits up, he immediately beings rooting, sucking on his hands and eventually crying if he is not nursed again soon. Many times he will just fall asleep right after I put him back on the breast.
My question is - how do I know the difference between when he wants to comfort nurse and when he is actually hungry. I know that I should be feeding on demand and that there is no harm in comfort nursing if that's all he wants to do - but on days like today when he spits up so often, I wonder if I'm doing the right thing by continuing to put him on the breast when I don't believe he is truly hungry anymore. Tonight I ended up giving him a pacifier after he spit up twice and he fell asleep pretty quickly.
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Jean-Baptiste Couture, LewistonItem 18880 info
Franco-American Collection
Jean-Baptiste Couture (1866-1943) was a leader in journalism, politics and theater in the Franco-American community of Lewiston-Auburn for more than half a century.
One of 18 children of a Québec school teacher, he left school at age 13 to become a typesetter for a Québec City newspaper.
Four years later, he immigrated to Lewiston where he found ready employment at Le Messager, Lewiston's French language newspaper.
Jean-Baptiste Couture, Lewiston, 1926Item 18864 info
Franco-American Collection
By the end of Couture's career, he had received awards from the Maine Press Association for his contributions to journalism and from the government of France for his contributions to French language and culture.
In addition to being the owner-publisher of Le Messager for more than 50 years and founder of WCOU, a bilingual radio station, he also was active in politics and in local theater.
Theater production, Lewiston, 1896Item 18874 info
Franco-American Collection
Jean-Baptiste Couture directed and starred in dozens of plays, operettas and operas.
For instance, he had the title role in an ambitious production of Gounod's Faust.
Couture named one of his sons "Faust" in honor of the famous literary character.
'Les Cloches de Corneville,' Lewiston, 1896Item 18878 info
Franco-American Collection
Couture directed and starred in an 1896 production of Les Cloches de Corneville.
The actors, singers and musicians all were local talent. Members of the Franco-American community made costumes and stage sets.
Actresses, Lewiston, 1896Item 18873 info
Franco-American Collection
The light-hearted comic opera proved to be so popular that it was produced several times over four generations.
It was last staged in Lewiston in 1983.
Program, 'Les Cloches de Corneville,' Lewiston, 1983Item 18876 info
Franco-American Collection
The opera is a story of concealed or unknown identity, love, and greed set in Normandy when Louis XIV was king.
This is the cover of the program from the 1983 Lewiston production of Les Cloches de Corneville.
Les Défenseurs, Lewiston-Auburn, 1915Item 18859 info
Franco-American Collection
Robert Rumilly, a noted Québec historian, referred to Lewiston as "the French Athens of New England" in his Histoire des Franco-Américains because of its large number of literary and cultural organizations.
Les Défenseurs, shown here, and their older counterparts, the Association Saint-Dominique, were a French Catholic version of the Y.M.C.A.
Moral instruction was combined with sports and cultural activities. These all-male groups presented plays where swashbuckling and chivalry were de rigeur.
'Les Francs-Tireurs de Strasbourg,' Lewiston, 1920Item 18871 info
Franco-American Collection
L'Institut Jacques-Cartier, founded in 1872, was the first Franco-American fraternal organization in Lewiston. It produced its first play, La Malédiction, in 1874.
As the immigrant population grew, so did the number of groups offering theatrical presentations.
The Défenseurs was a Sts. Peter and Paul organization with men's and boys' sections. Though largely devotional in purpose, it offered a number of wholesome activities to its members.
Le Cercle Théâtral des Défenseurs presented this play, Les Francs-Tireurs de Strasbourg in 1920.
Les Francs-Tireurs de Strasbourg, Lewiston, 1920Item 18872 info
Franco-American Collection
Among the theatrical organizations were Le Club Musical-Littéraire, Les Défenseurs, L'Association Saint-Dominique, Le Cercle Canadien, L'Union Musicale and L'Orphéon.
Fra Diavolo, Lewiston, 1926Item 18863 info
Franco-American Collection
Amateur participants in the theatrical productions came from all walks of life — store clerks and mill workers to doctors and lawyers.
Early venues for the productions included the Dominican Block, Union Musicale Theater, the Music Hall, the Lyceum Hall, City Hall, Saint Peter's School Hall and the Empire Theater.
M. Alphonse Cote, Lewiston, 1918Item 18862 info
Franco-American Collection
Alphonse Coté (1876-1933) was at the center of the musical community in Lewiston-Auburn for decades.
A full time professional musician, he was the organist and choir director at St. Louis Church in New Auburn.
He sang the tenor lead in several local operas, including Roméo et Juliette, Il Trovatore, La Traviata, and Rigoletto.
He was also an early recording artist for Victor Records.
Program, 'Faust,' Lewiston, 1930Item 18857 info
Franco-American Collection
Coté was the musical director for this production of Faust and Couture was the dramatic director.
L'Amour A Bord, Lewiston, ca. 1930sItem 18870 info
Franco-American Collection
This French version of Gilbert and Sullivan's H.M.S. Pinafore was most likely a world premier.
J-B. Couture provided an original translation of the popular work, staying faithful to the plot line while accommodating the rhythms of the music.
It is not known whether he obtained permission for the project or attempted to copyright his rendition.
He did, however, secure the starring role.
Program, 'L'Amour A Bord,' Lewiston, 1939Item 18881 info
Franco-American Collection
The program for the production of L'Amour A Bord, Jean-Baptiste Couture's translation of Gilbert and Sullivan's H.M.S. Pinafore.
The comic opera was a benefit for Sts. Peter and Paul Church. The performance was at the Music Hall in Lewiston.
Ses soeurs, ses cousines et ses tantes, Lewiston, ca. 1930sItem 18869 info
Franco-American Collection
The sisters, cousins and aunts from L'Orphéon production of L'Amour A Bord, a French translation of Gilbert and Sullivan's H.M.S. Pinafore.
Actresses, from left, are Yvonne Reny, Jeanne Hébert, Charlotte Michaud, Zéphirine Poulin, Lucienne Lavoie, Harmonia Hallé, Rosilda Hallé, Yvonne Hallé, Yvette Couture Hasham, Irma Ferland, Bernadette Desjardins and Marie Guilbeault.
Comic opera production, Lewiston, 1930sItem 18868 info
Franco-American Collection
Jean-Baptiste Couture, translator, director, and star of L'Amour A Bord with actress Marie Michaud.
'La Fille du Tambour-Major,' Lewiston, 1936Item 18867 info
Franco-American Collection
This popular comic-opera was first produced by the Club Musical-Littéraire in 1900.
The 1936 revival was held at the Music Hall in Lewiston as a fund raiser for what is now the Saints Peter and Paul Basilica.
Front row, from left, are unidentified, Lionel Bolduc unidentified, Jeannette Roy, Zéphirine Gosselin and Simone Payeur.
Back row, from left, are Victor Caron, Fernand Desphins, Liliane Michaud-Marcotte, Raoul Raymond, and Roméo Begin.
Musical score, 'La Veuve Joyeuse,' ca. 1975Item 18855 info
Franco-American Collection
Another perennial favorite for Lewiston-Auburn companies was Franz Lehar's La Veuvre Joyeuse (The Merry Widow).
The 1941 production featured Liane Michaud-Marcotte in the title role.
'The Merry Widow,' Lewiston, 1976Item 18858 info
Franco-American Collection
In the 1976 production of La Veuvre Joyeuse, Ken Rancourt and Anne Finley-Caldwell performed the leading roles.
'La Veuve Joyeuse,' Lewiston, 1976Item 18866 info
Franco-American Collection
On stage in the 1976 production of La Veuve Joyeuse or The Merry Widow are, from left, Robert Wade, Richard Simard, Ken Rancourt, Richard Martel, Richard Charette, Robert Légendre, Gerard Lajoie, Paul Coté and Maurice Morin.
Christmas pageant, St. Peter's School, Lewiston, ca. 1900Item 18860 info
Franco-American Collection
At one time, the majority of Lewiston's school children attended bilingual parochial schools where music and theater were part of the curriculum and part of ongoing fund-raising efforts.
Pageants, plays and concerts were a regular part of parish life.
St. Peter's School pageant, Lewiston, 1903Item 18861 info
Franco-American Collection
Students re-enacting the Nativity in a Christmas pageant at St. Peter's School in Lewiston in 1903.
St. Dominic High School theater production, Lewiston, 1978Item 18882 info
Franco-American Collection
Saint Dominic Regional High School also contributed to the French theatrical tradition.
Under the guidance of Sister Soulange Bernier and Roland Gosselin, the French Department for many years presented an annual play by a Québécois or French dramatist.
Theater program, 'Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme,' Lewiston, 1978Item 18865 info
Franco-American Collection
Some of the plays the school presented included Le temps des Lilas by Marcel Dubé, Un Simple Soldat by Marcel Dubé and, in 1978, Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme by Molière.


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BRIDGEPORT — Firefighters on Tuesday battled a three-alarm fire in the former Remington Arms factory.
The fire was reported about 11:30 a.m. in the vacant structure near Barnum Avenue and Helen Street. Firefighters also answered a call at the same time to a fire a block away in the office section of the old factor.
Although the fires remain under investigation, firefighters are treating them as suspicious, city spokesman Bill Kaempffer said.
When they arrived, firefighters found heavy fire in the five-story brick building. Because of previous fires, the structure was deemed unsafe so firefighters battled the flames from outside the building.
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March 19. 2014 7:34PM
Hess seeking permission from zoning board to build Bedford facility
By SUSAN CLARK
Union Leader Correspondent
— Residents are urging the Zoning Board of Adjustment to reject variance approvals for Hess Corp. to build a 1,660-square-foot convenience store and 12 self-service, gas pumps on Route 101 and Hardy Road.
About 25 people attended the ZBA's March 18 meeting, where opponents said the gas station is against a town ordinance that prevents service stations along the commercial zone on Route 101 and told company representatives they should build in the performance zone along South River Road, where such a project is allowed.
The ordinance prohibiting gasoline filling stations has been in effect since 1967, and in 2002 the town conducted a Route 101 corridor study and stressed the exclusion of automotive-oriented uses in the commercial zone.
"The ordinance was designed to steer professional offices, business and retail establishments, restaurants and banks and similar uses into the Route 101 corridor, while steering gas stations and big box stores and fast food drive-thru restaurants into the Route 3 corridor," said resident Heidi Cole.
Hess Corp. is seeking three variances — to permit a gasoline service station within the commercial zone; to permit a retaining wall, gas pump canopy and monument sign within the 50-foot wetland setback; and to permit a changeable sign.
"Granting the variances will not result in substantial justice to Hess, where it doesn't even own the property. In contrast, granting the variances will yield a substantial injustice to residents," said Cole.
She also said the applicant bears the burden of proving the project will not diminish surrounding property values.
"Why is it that Hess, a multi-national corporation with unlimited resources cannot shell out $5,000 for an appropriate study? Perhaps it is because they know what it will say. It will say that the risks of environmental contamination, especially in a town that is served by private wells, risks of criminal activities, traffic and noise, etc., would diminish neighboring properties," she said.
After hearing testimony from several residents, the board decided to continue the meeting to April 15 because the hearing was running close to 11 p.m. The station, if approved, would be located diagonally across from Hannaford supermarket on a 30,000-square-foot lot.
Bill Tucker, of Wadleigh, Starr and Peters law firm in Manchester; Luke DeStefano, of Bohler Engineering; and Jeffrey Dirk, of Vanesse and Associates, told the board the station is not contrary to public interest, would not alter the safety of the community, would not devalue surrounding properties, would not impact adjacent wetlands, and traffic flow will not be impacted.
Tucker said the station is within the spirit of the town ordinance because it is not a gasoline service station, it is a "fueling facility."
"Your ordinance prohibits in this zone gasoline service stations. I think it's important to look at the definition of what a gasoline service station is," said Tucker. "The key here is supplying goods and services. Everything sold here is at retail. No service is provided, Nobody will change or check your oil. Nobody's going to check the pressure of your tires. I think the facility should be called a fueling facility. Retail is specifically permitted in this zone. We feel it is consistent with the commercial zone."
Speaking in favor of the project, resident and town Councilor Jim Scanlon said the opponents have hidden objections — abutters will say "not in my neighborhood, you don't" and the existing gas stations on Route 101 will say, "not in my wallet, you don't." The board also received a few letters in favor of the project from a local real estate broker, an owner of some units at the adjacent Pine Tree Place office park, and an nearby resident.
Resident John VanUden said the decision should not be up to the ZBA.
"This whole section of Bedford was put to the townspeople and it should be put back to the townspeople. If they want to make a change, put it to a town vote next March or beyond. There are 20,000 somewhat people in this town and we need the voice," he said.
Resident Eric Anderson said the town has been able to maintain its character due to planners, zoners and well-written ordinances, and it would be a mistake to approve the variances and the project.
"It seems to me as a layman that the applicants are essentially creating their own hardship by purchasing or contracting to purchase a piece of land that does not allow gas stations, and are now coming before you guys to build a gas station," Anderson said.


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Whether Jerry brown was firm or conflicted in his controversial legislative decisions last night was unclear but may be swayed by news he received this morning.
Jan brewer, Arizona's governor notorious for her signing of the state's racial profiling bill, SB1070, issued Brown honorary residence in her state. "Anyone who can manage to deny basic protections to domestic workers, farm workers, and entire immigrant families, all in one night, is bound to need some friends," explained Brewer. "I want him to know, Jerr, you've got a friend in me."
Many Californians awoke reporting a mix of both confusion and disappointment in their governor. Juan Castillo, a Central Valley student questioned, "It was dreamers and the immigrant community who got Brown elected. Did he forget that or just not care?"
An embarrassing but revealing moment may shed some light when Arizona's Brewer amplified on a mic that had yet to be turned off post-official announcement. She was heard saying, "I mean... I got elected by making up beheadings in the desert. I gotta give it to him... To be able to pull off that fearmongering and still be positioned as a friend to the immigrants. I tip my hat to him on this one."
Sheriff Arpaio also caused a stir with a twitter exchange between himself and Los Angeles' Sheriff Lee Baca. "@LeeBaca glad to see civil rites won't be getting in yr way. Keep up the good work." Baca in what he thought was a private message made public when Arpaio retweeted it responded, "Thanks Joe. Aiming to hit 30k this year. YOLO," referring to the level of deportations in Los Angeles under the federal Secure Communities program, the highest in the country.
As of publication Governor Brown was unable to comment on whether or not he would accept Brewer's offer. However, for many in the Golden State, his decision to veto the TRUST Act, domestic worker bill of rights, and the Farmworkers bill already places Brown squarely in Brewer's ranks.
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On Monday, June 25, in a 6-3 vote, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed that a federal law mandating that mushroom growers pay into a collective advertising fund was unconstitutional. The case was brought when a Tennessee mushroom company, United Foods, Inc., refused to pay check-off funds since 1996.
What does this have to do with Delta-grown crops? Plenty, because the program United Foods objected paying into is akin to check-off funded programs for other commodities. Check-off dollars for cotton, soybeans, milk, beef, eggs and a host of other products are now in jeopardy. How much jeopardy is the question.
David Fraser, the Cotton Board vice president of communications, says the organization is in the process of "digesting the decision and going over it with our board and whatnot. It will have an affect on the cotton check-off, but to what degree we aren't sure. This definitely opens a can of worms for all the commodity programs."
The case had been brewing for some time. While not generating much attention nationally, it was being watched by commodity group insiders with a keen eye.
Justice Anthony Kennedy, who authored the majority opinion, said a U.S. appeals court had been correct in an earlier ruling saying the mushroom assessment was unconstitutional. The court found mandated check-off funds violate the First Amendment guarantee of free speech. Why? Because the company involved was forced to help pay for advertising benefiting its competitors.
Kennedy said free speech is severely curtailed if the government can require someone to subsidize speech the government smiles on.
Despite the ruling, Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman staunchly defended check-off programs.
"USDA generally regards promotion activities conducted under federal marketing agreement and order programs and federal research and promotion programs to be effective tools for market enhancement.
"USDA continues to believe the national commodity research and promotion programs offer opportunities to maintain, develop and expand markets for agricultural products both home and abroad," she said.
The ruling comes on the heels of a 1997 Supreme Court decision that denied free speech was at risk in a similar program for California tree fruits. In his writing, Justice Kennedy says that situation was different because the mandated check-offs for the California fruits were part of a comprehensive program restricting marketing autonomy.
"The tree fruits ruling (Wildman vs. Glickman) was based on the fact that the whole industry was under marketing orders. There was what was termed a 'very comprehensive regulatory scheme in place.' That essentially eliminated competition due to quality concerns, fruit and nut sizes — basically everything that affects the tree fruit and nut industry," says Fraser.
As competition had been eliminated, all growers were working from equal footing anyway. So the court ruled the promotional tree fruit program was just a natural extension of that.
In the case just decided (U.S. vs. United Foods), "the Supreme Court is saying for mushrooms there is no such broad or comprehensive regulatory scheme in place. Therefore, the producers aren't being forced to cooperate with each other. Forcing them, or compelling them, to conform to this kind of speech isn't legal according to the court," says Fraser.
Fraser hasn't talked to any of his counterparts from other commodity groups. "But we're having a conference call at noon (on June 26). The call will basically be a review of what's happened. A commodity attorney out of Washington, D.C., will interpret this ruling for us."
At this point, the Cotton Board isn't going on record about how this ruling will affect operations, says Fraser. "We just don't know enough. Will it affect us? Yes, it will. From what quarter and in what manner, we don't know. It'll be at least a few weeks before this shakes out."
Has there been much dissent from cotton growers about paying the check-off funds? Not much, says Fraser. "The overwhelming majority of cotton farmers know the program is very effective. Over the last 10 years, the program essentially more than doubled per capita consumption of cotton from 15 pounds to 37 pounds.
The program is unique and works. We went from a low retail market share of 34 percent in 1975 to 61.5 percent now. So over 61 percent of all fiber sold retail is cotton. That's very strong."
But Fraser admits there are producers who balk at handing over check-off dollars.
"Whether cotton or some other crop, growers are facing economically tough times. They're looking at every way to make a buck and stay afloat."
If you ask the average producer if, despite the current economic conditions, the program is strong and working for them, they'd overwhelmingly say yes, claims Fraser.
"Our program builds demand. Prices are a function of supply and demand. We can only have influence on domestic demand, not on world supply. And world supply is where the big problem is," he says.
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Meyer's passion for 'The Game' runs deep
- Written by MATT HAMMOND
COLUMBUS — This Saturday will be Urban Meyer's first experience as a head coach in the Ohio State-Michigan rivalry, but his passion for "The Game" goes back a long way.
Ohio State's Johnathan Hankins, left, attempts to get away from a blocker as Michigan quarterback Denard Robinson looks for running room during their game in 2010 in Columbus. (EXAMINER FILE PHOTO | MATT HAMMOND)
Growing up in Ashtabula, Meyer was introduced to the heated rivalry at a young age.
"This is all I knew growing up," he said Monday. "It's all anybody knew. In the era I grew up, there really wasn't much other than three channels on your television and this game. It was Bo Schembechler, Woody Hayes, Pete Johnson, Archie Griffin. That's all."
Meyer would later take part in the OSU-Michigan battle in 1987 as a graduate assistant coach under Earle Bruce. Along with the rest of the staff at the time, Meyer was informed early in the week of the Michigan game that year about the firing of Bruce.
A few days later, the inspired Buckeyes beat Michigan in Ann Arbor and carried Bruce off the field on their shoulders following the game.
"I can tell you everything," Meyer stated. "I can tell you walking into Coach Bruce's office right here, this facility just opened, and (athletic director) Rick Bay was leaned up against the wall and looked at me and said, 'close the door. Are you the last one?' I said, 'yes, yes, sir.' And I sat down.
"I saw a bunch of coaches with their arms on the table, with their face in their arms, and tears and the whole deal. I was like the last guy to walk in, and he said that Coach Bruce will no longer be the coach after this game, and I have resigned as athletic director. I knew Mr. Bay very well and have great respect for him. That was just an incredible moment in Ohio State history."
Instead of being on the fringe of the rivalry, Meyer is now thrust right into the middle of it. After going a bit stale for a while, the hiring of Brady Hoke at Michigan and Meyer at Ohio State seems to have added fuel to the series.
Hoke has irked Buckeye fans by refusing to say "Ohio State," instead simply using "Ohio" to refer to the Buckeyes.
On the other side, Meyer has taken Woody Hayes' lead by referring to Michigan as "the school up north."
Although the Buckeyes will not play in a bowl game this season because of a ban for NCAA violations under Jim Tressel, there is still a lot on the line for this year's version of "The Game."
The Buckeyes can cap a perfect season with a win. As it has done many times over the years, Michigan can spoil what was an otherwise successful OSU season.
"I think this is just a pure, intense rivalry," said Meyer. "It doesn't matter who's undefeated, who's fighting for what, who's playing for what."
Michigan comes in playing perhaps its best football of the season. The Wolverines have enjoyed a boost by the play of junior quarterback Devin Gardner, who took over three games ago for the injured Denard Robinson.
The electric Robinson returned in Saturday's 42-17 win against Iowa, but was mainly used as a running back.
Meyer expects Michigan to try to keep the Buckeyes off-balance by using Robinson in a variety of ways Saturday.
"I saw it last week with the handoff to him and then he pitched the ball," said Meyer. "I just know something's coming. It's a question of what. I'm going to try to help (the defensive coaches) because I've been in those situations where you can utilize two skill sets."
Buckeye bits: Meyer confirmed that he will continue the traditions of Senior Tackle and Tunnel of Pride this week. The Senior Tackle event gives the seniors one last chance to hit the blocking sled, while the Tunnel of Pride is formed before the game by former OSU players ... Michigan will be without starting tailback Fitzgerald Toussaint, who suffered a leg injury against Iowa. An Ohio native, Toussaint rushed for over 1,000 yards last year.


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Before we begin, I would like to sincerely thank all of the people who provided me with valuable feedback regarding my last article "The Very Verbose Debian 3.0 Installation Walkthrough". I am grateful for your insights, corrections and comments. Also, I would like to apologize for the lateness of this article. My life has taken many twists and unforeseen paths during the last few months. I'm glad to finally feel back on track.
So why would you want to mess with the kernel? Well, all the people (who are a step beyond mere mortals and a lot smarter than I am) that work on the Linux kernel are constantly adding support for new hardware, new technologies, new bug fixes, and making myriad other improvements to the Linux kernel. By upgrading our kernel, we increase the abilities and support of our Linux system. Also, a computer has not been built, that I know of anyway, which utilizes all the hardware and other support available in the Linux Kernel. Therefore, why carry around support for a lot of things you don't need if you don't have to.
In this walkthrough, I will attempt to describe the process of updating and compiling a Linux kernel under Debian. I will try to explain the necessary steps in a way that will dispel all mystery and fear. My hope is that somebody new to Linux will be able to go through this comfortably and end up with an updated system when they are done.
As much as I want to make this a painless process, and one devoid of failure, one thing I cannot provide is a detailed description of your hardware or the things you want your system to support. Therefore, I am focusing on the three most requested topics, sound, journaling filesystems, and the ability to burn CDs. However, I feel I am giving enough detail that you shouldn't have any problems with the rest of the configuration process and enabling things like USB.
Knowing what hardware is in your system is absolutely necessary if you want to optimize your kernel specifically for the hardware you have. For example, to compile in support for your sound card, you must know what kind of sound card you have. Often times you can find this information in the manuals that came with your computer, from Windows Device Manager (if you run Windows), or from the manufacturer's web site if you bought your computer from a company such as Gateway, HP or Dell.
Please don't be completely discouraged if you don't know what hardware you have in your machine. While you may be out of luck as far as configuring the kernel for your motherboard's specific chipset, there are still many improvements you can make to your system, such as support for the EXT3 journaling file system, which will be worth while.
One more thing before we begin. Parts of what I will present in this walkthrough are applicable to all Linux distributions, while other parts are specific to Debian and distributions, such as Libranet and Xandros, which are derived from Debian. While I will not cover the non-Debian way of updating and compiling the kernel, the configuration part of the article is applicable to all versions of Linux (as long as they are running X that is).
Okay. Let's update our kernel.
If you read and followed "The Very Verbose Debian 3.0 Installation Walkthrough", you should now have the 2.2.20 kernel installed on your system. This kernel lacks support for things like USB and the EXT3 file system. If you have a very large drive and have ever had to sit through your next three birthdays waiting for Linux to check your partitions after an unclean shutdown, you will love journaling filesystems like EXT3 and definitely want to have support for them in your kernel.
In this walkthrough, we are going to upgrade our kernel to version 2.4.20 (which was the latest stable kernel when I started writing this. Please feel free to grab a later kernel you want to). In order to do so, we need to download the source for that kernel. To download the kernel source, you can use any of your favorite methods (wget, ncftp, etc.), however, in this tutorial I am going to download the 2.4.20 kernel via Mozilla since we should already have it installed and most people are familiar with downloading files through a web browser.
In order to download the latest kernel (2.4.20), launch Mozilla (or your favorite web browser) and go to The Linux Kernel Archives (http://www.kernel.org). On the main page you will see a box under the title, which has links to an HTTP server, an FTP server, and an RSYNC server. Below this box, you will see the line, "The latest stable version of the Linux kernel is 2.4.20" (or whatever it currently happens to be), with "2.4.20" highlighted as a link. For this tutorial, you do not want to download from this link since it is just a patch. However, this information is important since it will tell you what the latest kernel available is, so when you go to the correct download area, you will know which kernel to download; assuming you want the latest one.
To go to the download area where you can obtain the full updated kernel, click on the HTTP link in the gray box at the top of the page.
You should now be on a page titled, "The Public Linux Archive - (As if there were a private one you could get to)". There is another gray box at the top of this page. Please click the first link listed (http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux).
You should now be on page titled, "Index of /pub/linux". In the directory structure on this page, click on the "kernel" link.
Now you should be on a page titled, "Index of /pub/linux/kernel". In the directory structure shown on this page, click on the "v2.4/" link.
You should now be on a page titled, "Index of /pub/linux/kernel/v2.4". This is where we will find the kernel. There are oodles of files listed in the directory on this page. You want to make sure to download the file called "linux-2.4.20.tar.gz". You will notice that there is also a bz2 and a bz2.sign file. Bz2 is another compression format, but the utility to uncompress this file is not loaded on your Debian machine by default (although it wouldn't take much effort to install it using apt). The tar utility, however, is already installed on your Debian machine, so I have chosen to download the linux-2.4.20.tar.gz file for this walkthrough. Download the file and save it in your home directory (/home/


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Music Industry Folks Worried About iTunes Variable Pricing
from the it's-going-to-annoy-people dept
"This will be a PR nightmare. It is for the music industry what the AIG bonuses are for the insurance industry."And the manager of Nine Inch Nails noted something similar:
"Wouldn't it make sense to try to price it cheaper instead of squeezing the handful of people who are still willing to pay for music?"Oddly, the LA Times article claims that the new pricing scheme is "true to supply-and-demand economics," but, as Gizmodo notes, that's not true at all. The supply is infinite. So if it were true to supply-and-demand economics, the price would be free. The actual price is based on an artificially limited supply and a made up demand.


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The sun shone for the annual summer fair, held on Ironville Church lawns.
Organised by the united parishes of Christ Church, Ironville and St James, Riddings, the fair took place on Saturday, June 14.
The event was officially opened at 11am by the High Sheriff of Derbyshire David Coleman.
Fair-goers were treated to attractions and numerous stalls, including a host of games for children, quality white elephant items, a cake stall, a tombola and raffles.
Organ-grinder Patrick Cooke performed throughout the day, playing musical interludes with his fairground organ, said a spokesman.


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I have been reading and listening to everything I can about what can be done to cut down on crime everywhere. My opinion is that passing more laws to stop selling guns is redundant.
There was just a statement on the news that there are now 90 guns for every 100 people in the United States. So now it becomes a problem of stopping the use of them for illegal purposes.
One thing I think that would help is to commit to life imprisonment any felon caught with a gun. Also make being in prison a punishment, not a stay in a life-embellishing resort. Forget about many of the things they keep claiming are inhumane treatment unless you think much of the crime committed is humane treatment.
Give the money wasted by our legislative branch of government to the law enforcement agencies where it would actually help. They are legally all we have between us and that gun.
Don Caveny
Growing up in a military family, I learned early on that weaponry - shotguns, rifles, pistols, machine guns, assault rifles etc. - is all meant for one thing: killing.
Am I the only person revolted by the idea that the citizens of the United States feel it is not only OK but necessary to have our children attending schools protected by armed security personnel? Has anyone in our county, state or nation ever had to attend school under those circumstances? Did your parents or grandparents?
A school day should be about lessons, learning, field trips, friends and fun. Not fear.
Will we need armored school buses? Sentries posted at recess? Checkpoints for parents picking up their children?
What will be next? Our churches, our hospitals, our libraries, our colleges and universities, our malls and markets?
Was the Second Amendment meant to guarantee anyone the right to buy and to own and therefore, to use the weapons of the 21st century to attack our children, our families, our neighbors, our community?
Pat Stockard
Valley Springs
I don't understand why everybody is so upset about all these guns. We should be dealing with gun problems the same way that we do everything else that goes wrong in this country.
If somebody drives their car into my house, I don't get in my car and drive into theirs. I get a lawyer and sue them. That way I don't wreck my car, too.
There are just as many guns as there are lawyers in this country, and a lot of lawyers need the business. We should have our elected officials make it easier to sue the people and companies that mess up with guns.
That would put a lot of lawyers to work, and as soon as the lawyers get going, the insurance industry kicks in, and that employs a lot more people and revs up the economy even further. As soon as the insurance companies get involved, they will demand proof that a gun owner is safe in order to get insurance, and there you are with private enterprise managing gun control. This is how most of us want our country to run.
Sue them and let our free economy kick in and do the rest. This is the American way!
Jack Laughman
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Concerning the ongoing construction of the beautifying strip on Pacific Avenue near the Calaveras River bridge, I wholeheartedly disagree with the spending of money. It's a waste.
As a large sign that stands nearby as one is approaching it, the cost will be $995,000. That money could have been used for new police officers on the force.
The area is not an eyesore. It has the beautiful University of the Pacific campus, the United Methodist Church, and the Hospice of San Joaquin there. Every time I travel in that area, I get angrier.
Let's spend taxpayer money better.
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|2012-03-21, 21:04
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Join Date: Dec 2010
Age: 24
Tbh I don't think Touma will appear in the next volume. When he returns, he'll be with Glorious He and Half-Assed Majin to save Aleister and Academy City's ass from annihilation.
Remember, Othinus can probably walk into Academy City and have a 50/50 to make Aleister her slave and test puppet for her grand plan. She might not even wait for Gungir to do that.
|2012-03-21, 21:10
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|2012-03-21, 21:11
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The way it was described I'd say it was more suppressed than crushed. I doubt that it showed all that its capable of.
Besides at the end of WW3 didn't Touma basically suppress it himself before growing his arm back.
|2012-03-21, 21:12
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Oshite mairu!!!
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Ware wa Kuu. Ware wa Kou. Ware wa Jin!
Hi! It's my first post in this thread so please go easy on me. I was actually thinking that TAMNI has lost a little bit of that something that gave it it's charm after transitioning to the New Testament series. But after reading the entirety of the new volume I felt compelled to post to at least one forum this feeling welling up in my chest... SH*T JUST GOT REAL!!! WOOOOT!!! BUT A CLIFFHANGER!!! WHY!!! Haah... haah... There... I'm good. Whew.
|2012-03-21, 21:30
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Well, every person has your own vision about the novel.
Anyway, lets not forget that the power inside Touma does not have a real form. Aleister already pointed this mistake in Fiamma.
"It was not an issue of the type or amount of power. It was nothing more than an issue of how you used it,"
Since Touma does not know anything about this power he can't grasp its true potential. And lets not forget about "he" who talked with Touma after Fiamma sliced his arm. This is also something he needs to get across to understand his power's nature.
|2012-03-21, 21:40
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Oshite mairu!!!
Join Date: Jan 2012
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It maybe just me feeling that way because the last volumes feel like transitional types. But this latest one was great. 10 stars! The only thing I'm peeved about is the fact that we need to wait another 3 months for the resolution of the conflict in this volume. Sigh. I wish I could just build a time machine and travel to the future or something. And I was expecting Othinus to be a b@d@ss eye patched dude but it turned out she was a b@d@ss eye patched babe... in leather! Which is pretty cool lol.
|2012-03-21, 21:40
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Exactly which means that the fact that Othinus suppressed IT is no real indicator of what IT is capable of.
P.S. Bairway just made an appearance.
Now the real question everybody should be asking is, given how contagious the Kami-yan disease is, how long do you thinks it will take Othinus to fall victim to it.
|2012-03-21, 21:42
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So Touma basically rejected something which he only had a vague idea of and so he's suffering the consequences of having someone else easily suppressing it (and being able to do nothing about it)?
So did it ever say why Touma rejected the being inside him? Was it due to the immense power? The fact that the power has a mind of its own? Or is it just because he doesn't want to rely on such a power? All I got in the fight against Touma was he just suppressed the mysterious power and regrew IB after rejecting whatever is inside of him...
|2012-03-21, 21:48
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|2012-03-21, 21:51
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Oshite mairu!!!
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We don't actually know for sure bec we only heard his side of the conversation. Fiamma observed that he seemed to be talking to "something" but only Touma could hear and converse w/ it. In order to form somewhat educated speculations we first need to find out the exact nature of the power he suppressed. And I don't see this happening anytime soon.
And as for Othinus contracting the Kami-yan disease... it should only be a matter of time...
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|2012-03-21, 22:17
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1. I don't think that would be good to make Othinus like Touma. Just saying.
2. Even if she's not the manly guy we wished for Othinus to be Othinus can possibly be a cool bitch.
3. I think there is a 50/50 chance that she'll appear next volume.(bad joke)
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One of the most popular analogue synths ever made, the MS-20 is very much loved for it's thick sound and iconic, screaming filter. More than that the MS-20 is a semi-modular synth, so it gives you control over the routing, audio and control voltage sources without overwhelming or complicating too much. Particularly the External Signal Processor could be used to trigger the MS-20 with an external source such as a guitar or your voice. This lead Aphex Twin to put it to use creating wild bubbling high tempo synth lines and Goldfrapp used it to great effect on their track Lovely Head, see how Alison Goldfrapp essentially "sings" the synth line with an alternative microphone.
MS-20 Mini, so you can get this classic analogue synth sound without trawling Ebay or car boot sales. The new MS-20 is even more portable at 86% the size of the original, it also has USB and MIDI connectivity to bring it up to date.
The KingKorg - Korg's New King Of SynthsOf course a company with a reputation for innovation like Korg wont sit on it's laurels, the KingKorg uses eXpanded Modeling Technology to push things even further. You can get true analog sounds alongside digital effects, huge banks of presets and real tube warmth. Interestingly the KingKorg also has a Control Voltage out so now you can control vintage synths with modern keyboards. All this doesn't mean much without hearing it in action, so take a gander at this great little demo from NAMM 2013.
MicrokorgThe KingKorg is far from Korg's first virtual analogue synth, indeed the MicroKorg is a familiar face in studios, practices and venues worldwide. One of the earliest VA synths and still amongst the most affordable the MicroKorg is a classic. Until the end of April 2013 a promotion is running where you get a natty USB memory stick and a change to win a Korg Krome if you purchase an XL or Anniversary Edition MicroKorg.
Krome KeysSpeaking of the Krome series it wouldn't be a celebration of Korg keyboards without mentioning their range of workstations. The Kronos is their flagship model and with 9 synthesis models you can get the classic analogue sounds of yesteryear and so much more. Including 62GB of solid state memory you can get vast libraries of realistic sounds, then tweak all that with masses of included effects all played on realistic hammer action keys. It would almost be easier to say what you can't do with Kronos than what you can do.
The Krome series offers a lot of this high-end functionality at a lower price point, being a bit lighter it's perfect for gigging as it still gives you masses of tones and features.


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Davis was pastor of Miles Memorial CME Church in Louisville
Davis was preceded in death by her parents, Joe Robert and Geraldine Butler Owens. She is survived by her children, Markita Davis-Humphrey (Charles), Montez Davis (Darcellia), James Davis (Kevin-Marie), her sister Joena Owens-Howard (Cecil), her brothers Landal (Ronda) and Kelton Owens, seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, church family and devoted friends.
A visitation will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, May 10 at Phillips Memorial CME Church, 3535 Grand Ave. in Louisville. A funeral will take place at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 11 at the same location, with burial in Woodsonville Memorial Cemetery in Munfordville, Ky.


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This post has been updated - with another child-related security breach.
Throngs of Secret Service agents are always on watch for suspicious packages near the White House gates, and anyone who might be looking to infiltrate the grounds. But Thursday night, they had a slightly smaller-scale security breach to contend with: a toddler who squeezed through the fence in the front of the residence.
The brief kerfuffle as agents scrambled to intercept the pint-sized intruder confirms what most people know: toddlers are sneaky, and fast. This one was promptly returned to his parents.
The little guy didn't get in any trouble -- at least, not with the feds.
And he was unavailable for comment -- to anyone -- for at least a few more months.
"We were going to wait until he learned to talk to question him," Secret Service Agent Edwin Donovan said in a statement, "but in lieu of that he got a timeout and was sent on way with parents."
It turns out that babies - and their stuff - are becoming a security issue in Washington.
The visitor's center of the U.S. Capitol was closed briefly Friday morning after authorities found an unattended stroller outside. A U.S. Capitol Police spokesman said the stroller was "deemed non-hazardous."
Victoria St. Martin contributed reporting.


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I feel your pain. My DS is almost 8 weeks, has reflux and nursed a lot like that until we started the reflux meds. Now he can go a couple of hours during the day and up to 3 at night but has started wanting to be at my breast for 4-5 hours at a time at least once if not twice a day. We had latch issues that resolved but since he started this marathon nursing schtick my nipple have been hurting again.
I surely don't know even a fifth of the info about breastfeeding but here is a suggestion anyways... I noticed that you work from home, so I assume that your always around your LO. I have noticed that when I would leave my son with dad or another family member immediately after he finished eating (I wouldn't even stick around for burping) and shut myself in the bedroom with no distractions and another shut door to drown out any noise from the baby. I would get better rest even if it was just the hour. He seemed to be soothed easier by others with a pacifier or rocking etc., while with me he would only settle with the breast. My DH or mom would basically try soothing him and keep him away from me until he was crying loud and clear (I know that sounds awful but they even thought I needed the rest that badly) I was still exhausted but that would give me some good rest although short. My husband did this at night even though he'd have to be at work and I didn't. He was awesome about that.
Also: it takes me forever to go to sleep too. So this didn't always work but when it did it felt like a God send.
Hope this gets better.


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Luiz Felipe Scolari has insisted he is not disappointed after his Brazil side was defeated 2-1 by England on Wednesday night.
Wayne Rooney scored the opener after Ronaldinho's saved penalty and, though Fred capitalized on Gary Cahill's awful error to equalize, substitute Frank Lampard secured the friendly win with a typically well-struck goal.
"I'm not disappointed," Scolari told reporters after the game at Wembley. "We faced a strong England team with strong players and in good form, so no, I'm not disappointed.
"I have to credit all of their team, all of their players, their style and the work of their manager because their team is playing very well; it's very strong and very organized. I was not surprised. We have seen all the data, and we know this is the way England play when they are on form. Let us see how they play on June 2 [at the World Cup next year].
"I am used to losing my first game, but after the first game I am used to winning games and competitions. I'm not disappointed or sad."
Ronaldinho - whose goal knocked England out of World Cup 2002 - had a penalty saved by Joe Hart in the first half, but Scolari insisted the former Barcelona star has a future in the international setup if he keeps his form up.
"[Ronaldinho] He played 90 minutes in the first game in Brazil," he added. "There is some work for him to do, but he played well and if he keeps working he will be capped again."
Another player he reserved praise for was Bayern Munich center back Dante, who made his international debut for the Selecao against the Three Lions.
"I'm very satisfied with him, and we have won another great center back for the future."


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I've shared a few delicious food ideas and a refreshing "Gridiron punch", so I think it's fitting to share a little something sweet, don't you think? The tailgating table definitely needs a little something sweet (for the kids and adults alike) and these pennant cookies are the perfect treat.
Tailgating at home? Set up a cookie-making station for guests to make their own pennant cookie. Or create them ahead of time and display down in grass-filled galvanized pails. Take a look…
How to make these pennant cookies? Here are the instructions!
This is a great recipe for cookie cutters because it doesn't spread too much when baking.
2-1/2 cups (5 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
5 cups flour, sifted
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
- In an electric mixer fit with paddle attachment, cream together butter and sugar. If your butter is straight from the refrigerator, let it sit out for at least 30 minutes. Cream for just one minute (don't overbeat).
- Add eggs one at a time and extracts. Beat for additional 15-20 seconds.
- Add dry ingredients to bowl (the mixing bowl will be very full, so turn the mixer on very slowly to avoid it from going over the edge). Mix on low speed for 30 seconds to 1 minute or until it starts to come together into a ball.
- Roll out dough (about ¼-1/2" thick) and refrigerate for one hour (at least).
- Use a knife to cut triangles in different sizes.
- If making a pennant banner, use end of dowel rod to make two holes a top of cookie.
- If making flag cookies, gently insert dowel rod or lollipop sticks into cookie dough.
- Preheat oven to 350°F and bake for 8 minutes. Let cookies cool.
2 cups powdered sugar
1-1/2 tablespoons meringue powder
3 tablespoons warm water
food coloring gel
In an electric mixer, beat together powdered sugar, meringue powder, and warm water for 5-7 minutes or until stiff peaks form. For lining icing, you want stiffer icing. For filling icing, add water to loosen it. Fill icing in piping bags with small tips (Wilton #1 or #2) and line your cookies with a thicker icing. Add water to same cooler and "fill" your cookies. Use a toothpick to help spread the icing and tap cookies gently to break up any air bubbles. Be sure to drape a damp kitchen towel over icing bowl so it won't dry out when you're working on your cookies.
To make the pennant banner cookies that you inserted holes into, just string a ribbon in and out of the holes and ta-da! This is a super cute addition to any tailgate table!
Or display your cookies in a bowl, galvanized pale, or even a glass vase.
So make cookies in your team's favorite colors, add a fun ribbon, and get tailgating! Your guests will love these pennant cookies.


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Welcome to DeLucca's. An intimate Italian restaurant serving an assortment of Italian dishes and Pizza. We have something for everyone, from fresh Veal to Calzones, fresh Salmon to hand tossed NY Style Pizza. We make everything in house including fresh bread baked daily and pizza dough batches mixed every morning. We have become known for our compound butters, most popular being the fig butter. So stop in and try some of our compound butters on fresh baked bread.
We try to provide the best quality ingredients and service to all of our guests. We are very serious about our food and service, however we are very laid back and have a lot of fun while we are here. It makes for a better environment for both us, as employees, and to you as our guests. But when it is time to work, we work to please you. We also work very hard to accommodate all dietary needs and questions. So if you have any questions just ask we will be happy to accommodate you in any way we can.
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School safety in NH called balancing actBy BARBARA TAORMINA
Special to the Sunday News
December 14. 2013 11:03PM
Londonderry schools have been equipped with new panic buttons that directly alert the town police, Concord High School has a new blue strobe-light warning system that flashes both in and outside of the building, and Nashua has installed Columbine locks in classrooms through the city's school district.
Throughout New Hampshire and the rest of the country, school districts have been auditing, assessing and upgrading security in response to the tragedy in Newtown, Conn., where, one year ago, 20 first-graders and six members of the Sandy Hook Elementary School staff were fatally shot by 20-year-old Adam Lanza.
According to Bloomberg News, annual spending on school security and safety measures is expected to increase from $2.7 billion to $4.9 billion by 2017.
Still, some security experts have cautioned that school safety is not a single-solution problem and technology and equipment upgrades alone are not enough to protect school communities.
"School security is a constant discussion for our administration, and our feeling is our policy is effective," said Milford Superintendent Robert Suprenant. "We are trying to balance safety with maintaining a school environment."
Striking that balance has been a concern for many educators and policymakers, including Nashua school officials, who have invested $2.4 million in security upgrades in the wake of Sandy Hook.
"We want to make sure that everyone feels safe, but at the same time, we don't want to turn the schools into armed fortresses," said Board of Education member William Mosher, who serves of the board's Policy Committee, which reviewed the district's procedures and protocols.
Schools everywhere are trying to determine how much security is enough while acknowledging at the same time that it is virtually impossible to protect students from every potential threat.
Over the past year since Sandy Hook, while school security has been at the top of most agendas, there have been 25 school shootings, including Friday's attack at Arapahoe High School in Centennial, Colo., which ended with one student gravely injured and the shooter taking his own life. According to the Daily Beast news website, which compiled those numbers, those shootings resulted in 25 deaths and 26 injuries.
But many of those incidents were the results of fights and conflicts between individual students or troubled teens who brought guns into schools and then turned then on themselves. Much of the equipment and security now being put into place would have done almost nothing to prevent those deaths.
Many districts have hired consultants and formed committees to review school safety. Portsmouth hired the Ogontz Group, a team of four retired U.S. Navy SEALs based in Virginia Beach, Va., to assess that district's security needs.
The New Hampshire Division of the Department of Homeland Security has released a brief outline of security measures for local schools that focuses on three areas: surveillance, access to buildings and emergency warning systems.
School districts can apply for grants up to $50,000 to help with the cost of new technology. Concord's new blue light system was paid for with a $24,500 grant from Homeland Security. Like many districts, Nashua has focused on the entrances to school buildings and installed new intercom systems with surveillance cameras and buzzers that can unlock doors.
Hudson added eight surveillance cameras to monitor the exterior of Alvirne High School, but Homeland Security also suggests installing surveillance cameras in hallways and other common areas of school buildings.
Security consulting firms have advised schools that one of the more effective measures is to design an entrance that channels visitors directly into a school's main office, a design measure that Windham opted for a few years back when the town built its new school.
David Pearl, a member of the Hooksett School Board, said the town has reviewed security measures and policies and has done some refurbishing, but so far has not opted for any major investments.
Even with the help of the homeland security grants, districts are also having to shift funds from other accounts to pay for safety upgrades. Nashua picked up a $50,000 grant, but as Mosher said, it was a drop in the bucket compared with what was actually spent. The new Columbine locks alone, which allow teachers to lock classrooms from the inside, were a $407,000 investment.
And some security firms urge schools to focus more on training than technology.
"We have to have something, or someone, to help identify these mentally unstable people responsible for these shootings," said Mosher. "There are certain things we can learn from the past, you can spot erratic behavior."
Mosher said part of that battle is persuading people to speak up when they sense something is wrong. A lot of people may not want to get involved or may worry their impressions might be off, but Mosher said people have to understand that it's better to be wrong than sorry.
"That's where I think we can continue to make a difference," he said, adding that he feels Nashua has done a good job in protecting its schools and students.
"Short of putting our classrooms on another planet, I think we've done just about everything we can."


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Obama's NSA: Trust me, he saysEDITORIAL
January 18. 2014 1:27AM
President Obama's Friday speech outlining changes to National Security Agency surveillance programs was a convoluted mess. The dead giveaway that Obama meant none of what he said about protecting the privacy of American citizens came in the repeated philosophical contradictions he so blithely espoused. Those and the dishonest allusion to Paul Revere.
Obama's deceptions began with the opening paragraph, where he asserted that Paul Revere and the Sons of Liberty were the Revolutionary era's version of the NSA. As he framed it, "a small, secret surveillance committee borne out of the 'The Sons of Liberty'" was our first American spy operation, and from that we changed with the times until we wound up with the NSA collecting millions of phone and Internet records.
But Revere's Boston committee was a citizens committee kept secret from government spies so they could keep tabs on their own oppressive government. Obama presented them as the exact opposite of what they were.
He went on to say that we can trust the government not to abuse our data because the people who have access to it are our friends and neighbors, regular Americans just like us. He then criticized Edward Snowden, one of the people he just said we could trust with keeping our secrets. He then said that trusting those people was no solid safeguard, which is why we need strict laws to oversee intelligence operations. Contradictions all around.
Some changes he announced on Friday, such as limiting government access of the phone call database to either an emergency or a court-ordered search, are welcome. But in sum his changes provide little protection against possible abuse.


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The Voice This new episode features performances from Rod Stewart and Cee Lo Green. 8 p.m. NBC
Arrow Malcolm (John Barrowman) puts on his black hood and prepares to conclude his business with seismologist Brian Markov (Eric Floyd) in this new episode. 8 p.m. KTLA
The Middle Frankie (Patricia Heaton) lets the kids know exactly what she wants from Mike (Neil Flynn) for Mother's Day. 8 p.m. ABC
American Idol The remaining contestants visit their hometowns and perform three songs. 8 p.m. Fox
Nature The new episode "The Private Life of Deer" focuses on the more than 30 million white-tailed deer that live in the U.S. 8 p.m. KOCE
Family Tools Jack and Darren (Kyle Bornheimer, Edi Gathegi) take jobs in a corporate office. Leah Remini, Johnny Pemberton and J.K. Simmons also star in this new episode. 8:30 p.m. ABC
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit When Tutuola (Ice-T) is discovered to be the common link between two surprise sniper attacks on the NYPD, he and his former partner (Yul Vazquez) review their old narcotics cases in search of a possible motive. With Kathryn Erbe. 9 p.m. NBC
Supernatural After reuniting with Castiel (Misha Collins), Sam and Dean (Jared Padalecki, Jensen Ackles) dig through the Men of Letters' files and find an undiscovered film that could be the key to the third trial, in this new episode 9 p.m. KTLA
MythBusters Captains Johnathan and Junior from the series "Deadliest Catch" join the team for this new episode. 9 p.m. Discovery
How to Live With Your Parents (For the Rest of Your Life) Now that her mom (Sarah Chalke) is dating again, Natalie (Rachel Eggleston) wants her dad (Jon Dore) to find someone too. Elizabeth Perkins and Brad Garrett also star in this new episode. 9:30 p.m. ABC
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation The team investigates the mysterious death of a ghost hunter. 10 p.m. CBS
Psych Gus (Dulé Hill) accidentally tampers with a crime scene in this new episode. 10 p.m. USA
Don't Say No Until I Finish Talking: The Story of Richard D. Zanuck This new special takes a look at the life and work of the celebrated film producer. Steven Spielberg, Johnny Depp, Clint Eastwood, Tim Burton, Morgan Freeman and Michelle Pfeiffer offer commentary. 8:30 p.m. TCM
CBS This Morning Colleen Hoover; Vanessa Williams and her mother, Helen Williams; Tony Wheeler. (N) 7 a.m. KCBS
Today First lady Michelle Obama; Daisy Martinez; Wendy Williams; Molly Ringwald. (N) 7 a.m. KNBC
KTLA Morning News (N) 7 a.m. KTLA
Good Morning America Leonardo DiCaprio; Gin Wigmore performs. (N) 7 a.m. KABC
Live With Kelly and Michael Jessica Alba; Katie Couric. (N) 9 a.m. KABC
The View Amy Schumer; Whoopi's NYC; Bill O'Reilly; the cast of "Duck Dynasty"; Pistol Annies perform. (N) 10 a.m. KABC
The Talk Brad Garrett; Sophie Kallinis Lamontagne. (N) 1 p.m. KCBS
The Doctors Getting a flatter abdomen; fertility drugs. (N) 2 p.m. KCBS
The Dr. Oz Show Wendy Williams. (N) 2 p.m. KABC
Dr. Phil A couple who lost custody of their son. (N) 3 p.m. KCBS
Katie Craig Ferguson; Brad Goreski; Zooey Deschanel; Kym Whitley; Will.i.am performs. (N) 3 p.m. KABC
The Ellen DeGeneres Show Harry Connick Jr.; 4-year-old Kai Langer performs. (N) 4 p.m. KNBC
Tavis Smiley Joyce Carol Oates. (N) 11 p.m. KOCE
Charlie Rose (N) 11 p.m. KVCR; 11:30 p.m. KOCE
The Daily Show Carey Mulligan. (N) 11 p.m. Comedy Central
Chelsea Lately La Toya Jackson; Michael Yo; Kerri Kenney-Silver; Matt Braunger. (N) 11 p.m. E!
Conan Simon Helberg; The Paper Airplane Guy John Collins. (N) 11 p.m. TBS
The Colbert Report Dr. Richard Besser. (N) 11:31 p.m. Comedy Central
The Tonight Show Craig Ferguson; Connie Sawyer; Emeli Sandé performs. (N) 11:34 p.m. KNBC
Late Show With David Letterman Michael Strahan; Alyson Hannigan; Natalie Maines performs. (N) 11:35 p.m. KCBS
Jimmy Kimmel Live Zoe Saldana; Bill Simmons; Fitz & The Tantrums perform. (N) 11:35 p.m. KABC
Late Night Rachel Maddow; Zachary Quinto; Lady Antebellum performs. (N) 12:36 a.m. KNBC
The Late Late Show Lauren Graham; Ben Dukes performs. (N) 12:37 a.m. KCBS
Last Call Zach Braff; Neil Gaiman; METZ performs. (N) 1:36 a.m. KNBC


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Just as summer grilling moves into high gear, herecomes news that the cost of supermarket beef has hit an all-time high — up at least 5 percent so far this year, and still rising.
Recently, I caught up with Teri Gault, founder of the TheGroceryGame.com, to find out what's going on. Teri and her TGG crew closely monitor national food prices on a daily basis, so they're my go-to source for all things related to the cost of food. But more than that, Teri has great ideas for how to overcome this kind of unhappy news so we can afford to keep our grills fired up this summer.
It's a problem of supply and the environment, reports Teri. The U.S. cattle herd is at its lowest level since 1952. Cattle producers have been hard hit by drought, late freezing weather, doubling of feed costs and poor pasture conditions. Supplies are down, which drives prices up both at the grocery store and restaurants, too. But not to worry. Teri says that overcoming the high cost of beef is a matter of changing our thinking, habits and behaviors.
STOCK UP ON SALES. Review the front page of store circulars for weekly specials — often as much as 50 to 67 percent off the original price. Instead of buying a variety of meats at full price, buy multiple cuts of one or two types of meat on sale and freeze for later use.
SLOW COOK CHEAP CUTS. Slow cooking cheap cuts of beef like tri-tip, chuck and flank steak turns them as tender as T-bones, but for a lot less money. And when the cheap cuts are on sale? That's a double-whammy that will make beef as cheap as chicken. As a bonus, using your slow cooker this summer will keep your kitchen cool.
INVEST IN A DEEP FREEZER. Store extra sale meats in a deep freezer, enabling a variety of choices, from chicken and pork to beef and ground turkey. The savings earned by purchasing meats and frozen products on sale will pay for the cost of the deep freezer within a few months or less.
SWITCH TO LOW-PRICED MEATS. Chicken and turkey are the cheapest meats available, so incorporate more of them into meals by switching out higher priced beef or pork one to two times per week.
MEATLESS MONDAY. Dedicate at least one day per week to a meatless meal. Incorporate new sources of protein through legumes, such as beans and lentils. Look to eggs and cheese as the basis for delicious dinner entrees.
MEAT AS A SIDE DISH. There is some thought that Americans eat way too much red meat, and I suspect there's something to that. But as an alternative to going vegetarian, consider ways to serve less meat and more vegetables. Think of meat as an accompaniment rather than the main attraction in a meal. Meat sauce over pasta is a great example, too, of how you can use meat as an ingredient.
I've been a member of TheGroceryGame.com for many years. I rely heavily on Teri's List to make sure I'm spending the very least at the grocery store. I just don't have time to do all the work myself. Trust me, it's a lot of work to track sales, gather coupons and figure out when a sale is really a sale; when to stock up and when to wait. TGG is amazing. I've learned so much, not the least of which is to shop the sales! I rarely pay full price for any grocery items. The cost of TGG membership at TheGroceryGame.com is about $1.25 per week. Check it out, then accept TGG's kind offer of a free trial. You won't be disappointed.
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posted by Thom Holwerda on Wed 23rd Mar 2011 22:55 UTC
"Sony has filed a new document arguing that the legal action against the noted hacker George Hotz should proceed in California. One of the arguments Hotz's legal team made against California's jurisdiction was the lack of a PlayStation Network account, which means he didn't agree to the Terms of Service, but now the company claims to have 'proof' that Hotz did in fact have a PSN account. An interview with a company based in California, and the number of downloads from California, are being used as evidence."


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Arkansas' unemployment rate creeps up to 7.3 pct
Arkansas' unemployment rate creeps up to 7.3 pct
Arkansas' unemployment rate rose one-tenth of a percentage point to 7.3 percent last month.
The Department of Workforce Services said the increase mirrors a trend seen at the national level. In May, the national unemployment rate rose to 8.2 percent from 8.1 percent in April.
The agency said eight major industry sectors posted gains in Arkansas last month, led by the addition of 1,800 manufacturing jobs. Employment in professional and business services rose by 1,000 — thanks to seasonal gains at landscaping companies and at employment agencies.
Construction jobs increased by 500, as did leisure and hospitality jobs.
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RECAP: And the waiting continues. With four favorable games starting with Sacramento on Wednesday, Minnesota failed to start a winning streak to get into the playoff picture. The Wolves (18-20) shot 44 percent from the field at Target Center as they lost consecutive games for the first time since Dec. 20 and 22.
Rudy Gay, who was acquired via trade Dec. 8 from Toronto, had 33 points as the Kings (14-23) shot 55 percent from the floor. Kevin Love led the Wolves with 27 points and 11 rebounds, including two three-pointers as the Wolves dashed back to make it a one-possession game in the final minute.
MEANING: The Wolves are 2-3 in home games in 2014. Their longest winning streak of the season (three) came in the season's first three games Oct. 30-Nov. 1.
ETC.: The Kings were 3-0 last week before a 24-point loss Tuesday night to the Indiana Pacers.
— Andy Greder
UP NEXT: at Raptors, 6 p.m. Friday, FSN, WCCO-AM 830


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The Arrow of Light Award is Cub Scouting's highest award. With such an honor, your Scouts deserve the highest quality award. This Arrow of Light plaque is perfect for your Cub Scout to recognize this great achievement in Cub Scouts.
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