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CareVan Provides Daily Free Health Clinic
St. Joseph's Medical Center CareVan presents a free, walk-in health clinic for low-income and no-insurance individuals or families, 16 years old and older. The hospital's mobile health-care services will be available to handle most minor urgent health care needs. Diabetes screening and blood pressure screening are offered on special days as noted. If you have questions, contact (209) 461-3471. Clinic schedule is subject to change without notice.
- Feb. 24 (today) 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Health clinic includes diabetes and blood pressure screening clinics; Rite Aid, 1050 N. Wilson Way, Stockton.
- Feb. 28 (Tuesday) 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Wagner Holt School, 8778 Brattle Place, Stockton.
- Feb. 29 (Wednesday) 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Rite Aid, 1050 N. Wilson Way, Stockton.
- March 1 (Thursday) 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.: San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, 1658 S. Airport Way, Stockton.
Feb. 25 (Saturday) 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.: The seriously fun Asthmanology event at the World of Wonders Science Museum, 2 N. Sacramento St., Lodi, is aimed to bring asthma awareness and education to the community. Joined by Respiratory Works, the museum will be filled with activities aimed to increase awareness of asthma. Experienced staff from Respiratory Works will be on site to advocate and bring asthma education and awareness to kids and families. If you have asthma, know someone with asthma or want to learn more about asthma, this event is for you. You'll learn what causes wheezing and what triggers are. Regular museum admission applies. Information: www.wowsciencemuseum.org.
Cancer Care Symposium for Health Care Professionals
Feb. 25 (Saturday) 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.: This one day symposium – Cancer Kaleidoscope: The View Keeps Changing – will address issues that past participants have requested to better understand and care for those experiencing cancer. Experts from across the region will share their expertise about hormone receptor considerations for treatment of breast cancer, new treatments for prostate cancer, acupuncture for pain control, ethics and the myths regarding cancer and cancer care. This symposium will be a truly eclectic combination of cancer related items to expand your knowledge of cancer care. Who should attend? Physicians, pharmacists, nurses, social workers, laboratory personnel, and anyone involved in cancer care will benefit. This symposium is sponsored by St. Joseph's Regional Cancer Center in cooperation with the American Cancer Society. Information on fees and registration: (209) 467-6331. Symposium will be held at O'Connor Woods Main Clubhouse, 3400 Wagner Heights Road, Stockton.
Free Eye Clinic at Chinese New Year Festival
Feb. 26 (Sunday) 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.: Vision Service Plan Mobile Eyes is a deluxe clinic on wheels. It's outfitted with state-of-the-art exam rooms and dispensaries, plus a finishing lab. Midtown Optometry optometrist Derron Lee has arranged for the lab along with optometry students from the University of California, Berkeley College of Optometry to assist in providing free eye exams and eyeglasses for the needy. The clinic will be outside the Stockton Memorial Civic Auditorium, 525 N. Center St., Stockton, during the Stockton Chinese New Year Festival.
$50,000 in Scholarships for Students Pursuing Health Studies
Feb. 26 (Sunday) deadline: Health Plan of San Joaquin is offering $50,000 in scholarships to graduating high school seniors in San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties for the 2012 academic school year. Health Plan of San Joaquin's Health Careers High School Scholarship Program provides the opportunity for high school seniors to apply for a $2,500 scholarship based on their desire to pursue a career in the health care industry at an accredited college or university. The scholarship application will be accessible online through www.ScholarshipExperts.com, an online portal for scholarships. Applications may be submitted through Feb. 26. To learn more about the Health Careers High School Scholarship Program, contact Shani Richards at (209) 461-2284 or at firstname.lastname@example.com. "We're hopeful that students will take advantage of this funding opportunity," said Richards, HPSJ's scholarship program coordinator. "Student financial need remains high, parental support is challenged in the wake of the economy, and the area continues to experience a shortage of new health care graduates. These scholarships really can make a difference for students, and, in the longer term, our community." The objective of the program is to support education and community health by investing in students who seek to become health care professionals and return to practice in San Joaquin or Stanislaus county. "The significant deficit of health professionals available in the region is expected to continue into the future, so encouraging students from our local communities to consider health care careers is critical. The HPSJ Scholarship program does just that by offering the potential of sustained financial support for students who may be challenged by educational expenses," said Dr. Dale Bishop, medical director at Health Plan of San Joaquin.
A Place to Begin
Feb. 28 (Tuesday) 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.: Need a tool to help you stay in the moment? Discover the gift of the present as you design your own personal prayer strand using the Sacred Wheel of Peace, a piece of string, and a pile of beads. In this hands-on experiential workshop you will be guided through a process to create your own prayer beads to use as your personal centering tool. Eleanor Wiley is a bead artist conducting interfaith, health and peace workshops nationally and internationally. She is the author of A String and a Prayer, There Are No Mistakes and Changing Bead By Bead. Eleanor created the Sacred Wheel of Peace that honors all faith traditions and cultures. Visit www.prayerbdzs.com. St. Joseph's Medical Center Mind, Body and Spirit Wellness Series, Auditorium, 1800 N. California St., Stockton. The cost for the entire four-week series is $20 per person. Space is limited and preregistration is required. Information: (209) 461-6889 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Childbirth Preparation Series
Feb. 29 and March 7, 14 and 21 (Wednesdays) 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. (also Series 3: May 2, 9, 16, 23. Series 4: July 11, 18, 25, 27 Aug. 1. Series 5: Sept. 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3.): Class One: Understanding Pregnancy. Class Two: Understanding Labor and Birth. Class Three: Understanding Medical Procedures and Cesarean Birth. Class Four: Understanding Postpartum. Are you ready for labor and birth? This four-class series prepares mom and her coach for the emotional and physical changes of labor and birth. The series includes relaxation and breathing techniques to increase comfort during labor. Please bring three pillows, a blanket and/or exercise mat each night of class. You should attend this series during your third trimester. St. Joseph's Medical Center, Classroom 1, 1800 N. California St., Stockton. Information: (209) 461-5213 or www.StJosephsCares.org/Baby. Preregistration is not required for this free class.
Advance Directives Forum
Feb. 29 (Wednesday) 10 a.m.: Lodi Memorial Hospital, 975 S. Fairmont Ave., Lodi, offers a community forum on advanced directives. Lodi Memorial social workers will be on hand to talk about the importance of advance directives, answer questions and provide assistance with filling out advance directives. Sample advance directive forms will be provided. This is a complimentary service open to all. Notary services are available. Those interested in learning more about advance directives can visit the hospital's website, www.lodihealth.org, and click on "Advance Directive" for a sample form, instructions and other helpful information.
Growing GREENS/Eating LEAN
March 1 (Thursday) 11 a.m. to noon (or March 15, 29; April 12, 26; May 10, 24; June 7, 21): This free program at the Nutrition Education Center at Emergency Food Bank, 7 W. Scotts Ave., Stockton, is a combination of vegetable/fruit gardening workshops and nutrition/cooking demonstrations incorporating fruits and vegetables. Information: (209) 464-7369 or www.stocktonfoodbank.org.
Breastfeeding: Getting Off to a Great Start
March 1 (Thursday) 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.: Lodi Memorial Hospital, 975 S. Fairmont Ave., Lodi, offers "Breastfeeding: Getting off to a Great Start," a one-session class covering the advantages of breastfeeding, basic anatomy, the breastfeeding process, common problems and solutions. An additional breastfeeding class for working moms is held Tuesdays, March 13 and May 15, 6:30 to 8 p.m., and is available only to participants who have already attended "Breastfeeding: Getting off to a Great Start." Call (209) 339-7520 to register. For information on other classes available at Lodi Memorial, visit its website at www.lodihealth.org.
Childbirth Preparation
March 3 (Saturday) 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Lodi Memorial Hospital, 975 S. Fairmont Ave., Lodi, offers an all-day childbirth-preparation class. Cost is $45 per couple. For more information or to register, call (209) 339-7520. For information on other classes available at Lodi Memorial, visit its website at www.lodihealth.org.
VN CARES Pacific Family Health Fair
March 4 (Sunday) 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: University of the Pacific pharmacy students and Vietnamese Cancer Awareness and Research Education (VN CARES) are hosting the fifth annual Pacific Family Health Fair at St. Luke's Catholic Church Gymnasium, 3847 N. Sutter St, Stockton. Families will be able to participate in free health screenings, scavenger hunts, health education and more. Health screenings include blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol, osteoporosis and more. Many local businesses and organizations will also be offering free services and information. There will be activities for children of all ages about mindful eating, staying active, healthy lifestyle tips, and all sorts of fun and games. There will be many door prizes. Information: (209) 946-2561.
Welcome to Life Tour
March 5 (Monday) 7 to 9 p.m. (also April 2, May 14, June 11, July 9, Aug. 6, Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 5 or Dec. 10): This class gives you specific information about where to go and what to do when it comes time to have your baby, including pre-admission registration. Includes a tour of the maternity area and birthing options tailored to individual needs. St. Joseph's Medical Center, Auditorium, 1800 N. California St., Stockton. Information: (209) 461-5213 or www.StJosephsCares.org/Baby. Preregistration is not required for this free class.
Big Brother – Big Sister in Stockton
March 6 (Tuesday) 6 to 7 p.m. (Also May 15, July 10, Sept. 18 or Nov. 13): This class helps siblings learn about new babies, how it will feel to be a big brother or sister, and see new babies and where they are born in our birthing area. Families are welcome. St. Joseph's Medical Center, Pavilion Conference Room (1st floor), 1800 N. California St., Stockton. Information: (209) 461-5213 or www.StJosephsCares.org/Baby. Preregistration is not required for this free class.
Asthma Summit for Health Professionals and Public
March 10 (Saturday) 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. for physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, health educators and pharmacists; 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. for general public; registration deadline March 5: San Joaquin County Public Health's Obesity & Chronic Disease Prevention Taskforce will be presenting a two-part summit – Connecting Community to Combat Asthma – at the San Joaquin County Office of Education Wentworth Education Center, 2707 Transworld Drive, Stockton. The two components to the event: 1) a session at the beginning of the day will be targeted to health care professionals. CME's will be offered for physicians and BRN credits for nurses and other professionals; 2) the general public is invited to a community summit that will include an expert speakers panel with time to ask questions, and interactive breakout sessions including an inhaler clinic and coaches clinic on asthma and athletes. There is no cost for either event. View the fliers for more information, Healthcare Professionals or General Public. Free continental breakfast provided with morning registration. Free lunch provided with public registration. To register, send your name, organization if any, mailing address, phone and email address by fax to (209) 468-4960 or mail to San Joaquin County Office of Education, P.O. Box 213030, Stockton, CA 95213-9030. Information: Mikey Kamienski, executive director, Charterhouse Center for Families, at (209) 476-1106.
11th Annual Autism Collaborative Forum
March 17 (Saturday) 7 to 8 a.m. registration; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. forum: 11th annual Autism Collaborative Forum brings Dr. Peter Gerhardt, expert on adults with autism and Asperger's syndrome, to the San Joaquin County Office of Education Wentworth Education Center, 2707 Transworld Drive, Stockton. Costs varies from $20 to $50. Registration deadline: March 5. Information: Gail Brodigan-Dalton at (209) 468-4907 or email@example.com or www.sjcoe.org/calendar/calendarDetails.aspx?ID=2283 to print registration flier. The drastic increase of autism and related disorders is now one case per 110 people, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Given this information, there are a steadily growing number of adolescents and young adults affected. Gerhardt will present on how to identify and plan for the future of these individuals, including transition from adolescence to adulthood, employment goals, community integration, social competence, sexuality and quality of life concerns.
Stork Tours for Parents-To-Be
March 21 (Wednesday) 6 to 7:30 p.m.: Parents-to-be are invited to attend a free stork tour at Lodi Memorial Hospital, 975 S. Fairmont Ave., Lodi. Prospective parents may view the labor, delivery, recovery and nursery areas of the hospital and ask questions of the nursing staff. Call (209) 339-7520 to register. For more information on other classes available at Lodi Memorial, visit its website at www.lodihealth.org.
Big-Brother/Big-Sister Class for Kids 3-8
March 21 or May 16 (Wednesday) 3 to 4:30 p.m.: Lodi Memorial Hospital, 975 S. Fairmont Ave., Lodi, offers a big-brother/big-sister preparation class. This class, for children ages 3 to 8, will help youngsters adjust to the arrival of the new baby. The cost is $10 for the first child and $3 for each additional child. Call (209) 339-7520 to register. For more information, visit the LMH website at www.lodihealth.org.
Central Valley – Recovery, Awareness, Preventing Strokes
March 28 (Wednesday) noon to 2 p.m.: Healings in Motion is bringing Dr. Ernest Yankee to Stockton. Yankee, who holds 127 patents, is part of the core management team at SanBio, a scientific leader in cell therapies for regenerative medicine. SanBio is currently partnering with University of California, San Francisco, on a clinical trial on stem cell therapy for stroke survivors. The Central Valley was not a recruitment area until Mary Nicholson, president of Healings in Motion, made contact with organizers. Now Yankee is kind enough to come here from San Jose to share with information about stem cell therapy and to recruit survivors from this area. If you know someone who has had a stroke or if you want to better understand clinic studies, please plan to attend this lunch-and-learn program at the Stockton/San Joaquin WorkNet Building, 56 S. Lincoln St., Stockton. Cost: $10. Reservations and information: (209) 234-2802 or register online at http://cv-raps2012.eventbrite.com.
Prenatal Nutrition and Exercise
March 28 (Wednesday) 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Also Aug. 8, Oct. 10 or Dec. 5): Nurturing your baby starts by taking good care of yourself during pregnancy. Come learn about healthy weight gain guidelines, good nutrition, how to manage common pregnancy discomforts, and more. This class will give you an introduction to exercise during pregnancy including body mechanics, posture and basic back care. Please wear comfortable clothing to allow for movement. Please bring three pillows, a blanket and/or exercise mat to class. St. Joseph's Medical Center, Classroom 1, 1800 N. California St., Stockton. Information: (209) 461-5213 or www.StJosephsCares.org/Baby. Preregistration is not required for this free class.
Breastfeeding Class
March 28 (Wednesday) 7 to 9:30 p.m. (Also June 6, Aug. 8, Oct. 10 or Dec. 5): This class offers mothers and their partners information on the benefits of breastfeeding, the importance of exclusive breastfeeding and the basics of breastfeeding management. Topics include latching, the effect of analgesia/anesthesia on infant behavior, and the rationales of care practices such as early skin-to-skin contact, rooming-in and feeding on cue. Expressing breast milk, and helpful hints for your family. St. Joseph's Medical Center, Auditorium, 1800 N. California St., Stockton. Information: (209) 461-5213 or www.StJosephsCares.org/Baby. Preregistration is not required for this free class.
All Day Childbirth Preparation Class
March 31 (Saturday) 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Also March 31, June 9, Aug. 25, or Nov. 17): This class covers all information listed in our evening series in a one-day condensed class. Please bring three pillows, a blanket and/or exercise mat each night of class. You should attend this class during your third trimester. St. Joseph's Medical Center, Classroom 1, 1800 N. California St., Stockton. Information: (209) 461-5213 or www.StJosephsCares.org/Baby. Preregistration is not required for this free class.
Having a Cesarean Birth
April 4 (Wednesday) 5 to 6:30 p.m. (Also April 4, June 13, Aug. 22, Oct. 17 or Dec. 12): This class is designed to prepare a mother and her partner who are having a planned cesarean birth or may need a cesarean birth. Learn about the cesarean procedure including anesthesia options, what to expect, how to take care of yourself during recovery and also special techniques to ensure successful breastfeeding. St. Joseph's Medical Center, Pavilion Conference Room (1st floor), 1800 N. California St., Stockton. Information: (209) 461-5213 or www.StJosephsCares.org/Baby. Preregistration is not required for this free class.
The Newborn
April 4 (Wednesday) 7 to 9:30 p.m. (Also June 13, Aug. 22, Oct. 17 or Dec. 12): Parents-to-be, come learn about life with a newborn, the baby's needs and changing development. Discussion includes baby care basics such as feeding, diapering and bathing, as well as the physical appearances of newborns and practical tips for parents. St. Joseph's Medical Center, Auditorium, 1800 N. California St., Stockton. Information: (209) 461-5213 or www.StJosephsCares.org/Baby. Preregistration is not required for this free class.
Free Health and Vision Fair
April 7 (Saturday) 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Join Community Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired for its fifth annual Free Health & Vision Fair the center, 130 W. Flora St., Stockton. The San Joaquin Lions Club is partnering with us once again by bringing the Lions District 4-A1 EyeMobile to perform free vision screenings. University of the Pacific's audiology department will be performing hearing tests and Heald will be helping out with medical testing. More than 35 agencies will have information booths sharing about services and resources available in the community. Free goodies and giveaways will add to the fun. There's something for everyone, so bring your family, tell a friend, help spread the word! Information: (209) 466-3836 or www.communitycenterfortheblind.org.
Eye Safety in the Workplace
Some 100 million American workers are affected by computer eyestrain, a symptom of Computer Vision Syndrome, according to Stockton therapeutic optometrist Derron Lee. " March is Eye Safety in the Workplace Month, and as our nation has moved from a manufacturing society to an information society, Computer Vision Syndrome has become a workplace concern," Lee said. "While prolonged computer use will not damage vision, it can make you uncomfortable and decrease productivity." Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) is caused by the eyes constantly focusing and refocusing on the characters on a computer screen. These characters don't have the contrast or well-defined edges like printed words and the eyes' focus cannot remain fixed. "Symptoms of CVS include headaches, loss of focus, burning or tired eyes, blurred vision and neck or shoulder pain," Lee said. CVS can be partially alleviated by changes in the ergonomics of the work area. "Proper lighting and monitor placement can go a long way toward reducing CVS, as can giving your eyes frequent breaks from the computer. But the underlying cause of CVS – the ability of the eyes to focus on the computer screen – may only be remedied by specialized computer glasses," he said. Lee said a comprehensive eye exam, including questions about a person's computer use habits, is the first step. "If we determine that vision correction for computer use is required, we can prescribe computer lenses that are designed to improve your vision in the 18-inch-28-inch range, the optimal distance between your eyes and the computer monitor," Lee said. Click here for more information.
New Quality Indicator Tools Help Hospital Consumers
Providing consumers with more options to make informed health care decisions, the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development recently released four new Web tools allowing users quick and easy access in comparing hospitalization and utilization rates for various conditions statewide and by county in five year trend increments.
Wide Gap Between Care Patients Want and Receive at End of Life
When it comes to how they want to spend their final days, most Californians would prefer to die a natural death at home without being a burden, financially or emotionally, on their families. Yet according to a new poll released Feb. 14 by the California Health Care Foundation, a disparity exists between what people say they want at the end of life and what actually occurs. Among the results:
- Nearly 8 in 10 say that if seriously ill, they would want to speak with their doctor about end-of-life care. But fewer than 1 in 10 report having had such a conversation, including just 13% of those over 64.
- While 82% say that it is important to put their wishes in writing, less than one quarter have done so.
- Only 44% of Californians who have lost a loved one in the last 12 months say their loved one's end-of-life preferences were completely followed and honored by providers. These numbers drop to 26% for those who experienced a language barrier and 25% for those uninsured at the time of death.
- Seventy percent say their home is their preferred place of death, but only 32% passed away in their homes.
- The poll finds broad support, regardless of political affiliation, for reimbursing doctors to talk about end-of-life options: 84% of Democrats, 72% of Republicans, and 80% of Independents say it would be a good idea to pay for the conversation.
CHCF is releasing an accompanying report that profiles the state of palliative care in California's acute care hospitals. Among the findings:
- Palliative care consultation services have experienced a great deal of growth in recent years: Between 2007 and 2011, pediatric services increased by 128%, while adult services increased by 24%.
- Most palliative care services have modest budgets, with 60% operating on less than $300,000 annually.
- Every major metropolitan area in California except Los Angeles increased the number of hospital-based palliative care programs between 2007 and 2011. The percentage of Los Angeles hospitals with such programs actually decreased.
Read the complete press release now. For further details and additional resources, including a consumer guide for developing an advance directive from the American Bar Association and videos of individuals and family members reflecting on their experiences with these issues, visit www.chcf.org/endoflifecare.
Heart Medications Help Only If You Take Them
People take their prescribed medications for chronic conditions such as heart disease only about half the time. This high rate of "nonadherence" leads to an estimated 125,000 preventable deaths in the United States each year and costs the health care system between $100 and $300 billion annually. The February 2012 issue of the Harvard Heart Letter looks at this huge problem and offers practical tips on how to ensure that people take the medications they need, when they should be taking them. Cost is one barrier, of course, but so are complicated dosing regimens, hassles in getting prescriptions filled, and side effects. The February Heart Letter offers some hurdle-clearing ideas:
- Cost — When you get a new prescription, check with your health plan to make sure it's the lowest-cost option available. If not, talk with your doctor. Also, take advantage of free medication programs sponsored by pharmaceutical companies and the discount plans at large retailers and pharmacies.
- Complexity — If you take several medications with different dosing schedules, talk with your doctor about how to streamline your medication regimen. Also, recent studies have shown that using mail-order pharmacies can improve medication adherence, presumably through convenience and cost advantages.
- Side effects — Heart medications come with non-life-threatening but bothersome side effects, including fatigue, nausea, coughing, and muscle pain. Both doctors and pharmacists can offer effective strategies to ease side effects, but only if you talk with them about it.
The February Heart Letter feature on medication adherence also includes useful tips for establishing personalized memory aids for tracking which medications to take and when. Read the full-length article: "Medications help the heart — if you take them"
Kaiser Study Examines Implications of Medi-Cal Role for Diabetics
A new analysis from the Kaiser Family Foundation shows how Medicaid coverage provides access to care for adults with diabetes and how Medicaid (known as Medi-Cal in California) expansions under the Affordable Care Act could improve access for currently uninsured adults with diabetes. In the paper, published Jan. 10 in the journal Health Affairs, Foundation researchers Rachel Garfield and Anthony Damico report that adult Medicaid beneficiaries with diabetes have higher spending and service use than adult beneficiaries without the disease, but comparable access. At the same time, uninsured low-income adults with diabetes have higher out-of-pocket spending, are less likely to use services, and are more likely to report access barriers than those already covered by Medicaid. As they become eligible for Medicaid under health reform they are likely to enter the program with unmet health needs, and covering them is likely to result in both improved access and increased use of health care by this population, the study found. The full study, "Medicaid Expansion Under Health Reform May Increase Service Use and Improve Access For Low-Income Adults With Diabetes," can be accessed online at http://www.kff.org/medicaid/kcmu11012oth.cfm.
Creating Safer Sleep Environments for Kids
January through March: First 5 San Joaquin is pleased to present the Quarterly Health Messaging E-Toolkit on "Safer Sleep Environments." This quarter's health messaging toolkit focuses on increasing the awareness about the risk of fatal sleeping accidents and injuries among young children due to unsafe sleep environments. View more information and resources.
Physical Fitness Trumps Body Weight in Reducing Death Risks
If you maintain or improve your fitness level — even if your body weight has not changed or increased — you can reduce your risk of death, according to research reported in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association. In a study of 14,345 adult men, mostly white and middle or upper class, researchers found that:
- Maintaining or improving fitness was associated with a lower death risk even after controlling for Body Mass Index (BMI) change.
- Every unit of increased fitness (measured as MET, metabolic equivalent of task) over six years was associated with a 19 percent lower risk of heart disease and stroke-related deaths and a 15 percent lower risk of death from any cause.
- Becoming less fit was linked to higher death risk, regardless of BMI changes.
- BMI change was not associated with death risks.
BMI is a measurement based on weight and height (kg/m2). MET measures the intensity of aerobic exercise – specifically, the ratio of metabolic rate during a specific physical activity to a reference rate of metabolic rate at rest. "This is good news for people who are physically active but can't seem to lose weight," said Duck-chul Lee, Ph.D., the study's lead researcher and physical activity epidemiologist in the Department of Exercise Science at the University of South Carolina's Arnold School of Public Health in Columbia. "You can worry less about your weight as long as you continue to maintain or increase your fitness levels." Results of the study underscore the importance of physical inactivity as a risk factor for death from heart disease and stroke, said researchers. Researchers also found no association between changes in body fat percentage or body weight and death risk. Participants, who were an average 44 years old, were part of the long-term, large-scale Aerobics Center Longitudinal Study. They underwent at least two comprehensive medical exams. Researchers used maximal treadmill tests to estimate physical fitness (maximal METs), and height and weight measurements to calculate BMI. They recorded changes in BMI and physical fitness over six years.
Questions About Health Reform Law?
- How are small businesses affected by health reform?
- Will everyone have to buy health insurance?
- How will the new provision allowing young adults to remain on a parent's insurance work?
The FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) section of the Kaiser Family Foundation's new Health Reform Source provides concise answers to common questions about the health reform law. You can search for your question or submit a new question if yours is not addressed. http://healthreform.kff.org/faq.aspx. Additional questions addressing the affordability of health insurance, how programs like Medicare and Medicaid (Medi-Cal in California) will be financed under health reform and others are addressed in a series of Video Explainer clips featuring foundation experts answering specific questions about the law on a variety of health policy topics. http://healthreform.kff.org/video-explainers.aspx. Kaiser's Health Reform Source, http://healthreform.kff.org, an online gateway providing easy access to new and comprehensive resources on the health reform law, provides these and other new features and tools including an interactive timeline showing when health-reform provisions take effect, all the latest polling data, links to other information resources, and the latest health-reform headlines from Kaiser Health News.
Respiratory Support Group for Better Breathing
First Tuesday of month 10 to 11 a.m.: Lodi Memorial Hospital and the American Lung Association of California Valley Lode offer a free "Better Breathers'" respiratory-support group for people and their family members with breathing problems including asthma, bronchitis and emphysema. Participants will learn how to cope with chronic lung disease, understand lungs and how they work and use medications and oxygen properly. Pre-registration is recommended by calling (209) 478-1888 or (209) 339-7821. For information on other classes available at Lodi Memorial, visit its website at www.lodihealth.org.
Planned Childbirth Services
Tuesdays 6 to 8 p.m.: Dameron Hospital, 525 W. Acacia St., Stockton, hosts a four-class series which answers questions and prepares mom and her partner for labor and birth. Bring two pillows and a comfortable blanket or exercise mat to each class. These classes are requested during expecting mother's third trimester. Information/registration: Carolyn Sanders, RN (209) 461-3136 or www.Dameronhospital.org.
Say Yes to Breastfeeding
Tuesdays 6 to 8 p.m.: Dameron Hospital, 525 W. Acacia St., Stockton, offers a class that outlines the information and basic benefits and risk management of breastfeeding. Topics include latching, early skin-to-skin on cue, expressing milk and helpful hints on early infant feeding. In addition, the hospital offers a monthly Mommy and Me-Breastfeeding support group where mothers, babies and hospital clerical staff meet the second Monday of each month. Information/registration: Carolyn Sanders, RN (209) 461-3136 or www.Dameronhospital.org.
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous
Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) is a free Twelve Step recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, undereating or bulimia. For more information or a list of additional meetings throughout the U.S. and the world, call (781) 932-6300 or visit www.foodaddicts.org.
- Tuesdays 7 p.m.: Modesto Unity Church, 2547 Veneman Ave., Modesto.
- Wednesdays 9 a.m.: The Episcopal Church of Saint Anne, 1020 W. Lincoln Road, Stockton.
- Saturdays 9 a.m.: Tracy Community Church, 1790 Sequoia Blvd. at Corral Hollow, Tracy.
Mother-Baby Breast Connection
Every Wednesday 1 to 3 p.m.: Join a lactation consultant for support and advice on the challenges of early breastfeeding. Come meet other families and attend as often as you like. A different topic of interest will be offered each week with time for breastfeeding assistance and questions. Pre-registration is required. Call (209) 467-6331. St. Joseph's Medical Center, Pavilion Conference Room (1st floor), 1800 N. California St., Stockton.
Adult Children With Aging Relatives
Second Wednesday of month 4:30 p.m.: Lodi Memorial Hospital offers an Adult Children with Aging Relatives support group at the Hutchins Street Square Senior Center. For information, call (209) 369-4443 or (209) 369-6921.
Individual Stork Tours At Dameron
Wednesdays 5 to 7 p.m.: Dameron Hospital, 525 W. Acacia St., Stockton, offers 30 minute guided tours that provide expecting parents with a tour of Labor/Delivery, the Mother-Baby Unit and an overview of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. New mothers are provided information on delivery services, where to go and what to do once delivery has arrived, and each mother can create an individual birthing plan. Information/registration: Carolyn Sanders, RN (209) 461-3136 or www.Dameronhospital.org.
Brain Builders Weekly Program
Thursdays 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: Lodi Memorial Hospital and the Hutchins Street Square Senior Center offer "Brain Builders," a weekly program for people in the early stages of memory loss. There is a weekly fee of $25. Registration is required. Information or to register, call (209) 369-4443 or (209) 369-6921.
Infant CPR and Safety
Second Thursday of month 5 to 7 p.m.: Dameron Hospital, 525 W. Acacia St., Stockton, offers a class to family members to safely take care of their newborn. Family members are taught infant CPR and relief of choking, safe sleep and car seat safety. Regarding infant safety, the hospital offers on the fourth Thursday of each month from 5 to 7 p.m. a NICU/SCN family support group. This group is facilitated by a Master Prepared Clinical Social Worker and the Dameron NICU staff with visits from the hospital's neonatologist. Information/registration: Carolyn Sanders, RN (209) 461-3136 or www.Dameronhospital.org.
Group Meetings for Alzheimer's Patients, Caregivers
Thursdays 10 to 11:30 a.m.: The Alzheimer's Aid Society of Northern California in conjunction with Villa Marche residential care facility conducts a simultaneous Caregiver's Support Group and Patient's Support Group at Villa Marche, 1119 Rosemarie Lane, Stockton. Caregivers, support people or family members of anyone with dementia are welcome to attend the caregiver's group, led by Rita Vasquez. It's a place to listen, learn and share. At the same time, Alzheimer's and dementia patients can attend the patient's group led by Sheryl Ashby. Participants will learn more about dementia and how to keep and enjoy the skills that each individual possesses. There will be brain exercises and reminiscence. The meeting is appropriate for anyone who enjoys socialization and is able to attend with moderate supervision. Information: (209) 477-4858.
Clase Gratuita de Diabetes en Español
Cada segundo Viernes del mes: Participantes aprenderán los fundamentos sobre la observación de azúcar de sangre, comida saludable, tamaños de porción y medicaciones. Un educador con certificado del control de diabetes dará instruccion sobre la autodirección durante de esta clase. Para mas información y registración: (209) 461-3251. Aprenda más de los programas de diabetes en el sitio electronico de St. Joseph's: www.StJosephsCares.org/Diabetes
Nutrition on the Move Class
Fridays 11 a.m. to noon: Nutrition Education Center at Emergency Food Bank, 7 W. Scotts Ave., Stockton. Free classes are general nutrition classes where you'll learn about the new My Plate standards, food label reading, nutrition and exercise, eating more fruits and vegetables, and other tips. Information: (209) 464-7369 or www.stocktonfoodbank.org.
Free Diabetes Class in Spanish
Second Friday of every month: Participants will learn the basics about blood sugar monitoring, healthy foods, portion sizes, medications and self-management skills from a certified diabetic educator during this free class. St. Joseph's Medical Center, 1800 N. California St., Stockton. Information and registration: (209) 461-3251. Learn more on St. Joseph's diabetes programs at www.StJosephsCares.org/Diabetes.
All Day Prepared Childbirth Class
Third Saturday of month 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Dameron Hospital, 525 W. Acacia St., Stockton, offers community service educational class of prebirth education and mentoring. Information/registration: Carolyn Sanders, RN (209) 461-3136 or www.Dameronhospital.org.
Big Brother/Big Sister
Second Sunday of month: Dameron Hospital, 525 W. Acacia St., Stockton, has a one-hour class meeting designed specifically for newborn's siblings. Topics include family role, a labor/delivery tour and a video presentation which explains hand washing/germ control and other household hygiene activities. This community service class ends with a Certification of Completion certificate. Information/registration: Carolyn Sanders, RN (209) 461-3136 or www.Dameronhospital.org.
Outpatient Program Aimed at Teens
Two programs: Adolescents face a number of challenging issues while trying to master their developmental milestones. Mental health issues (including depression), substance abuse and family issues can hinder them from mastering the developmental milestones that guide them into adulthood. The Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) offered by St. Joseph's Behavioral Health Center, 2510 N. California St., Stockton, is designed for those individuals who need comprehensive treatment for their mental, emotional or chemical dependency problems. This program uses Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to present skills for effective living. Patients learn how to identify and change distorted thinking, communicate effectively in relationships and regain control of their lives. The therapists work collaboratively with parents, doctors and schools. They also put together a discharge plan so the patient continues to get the help they need to thrive into adulthood.
- Psychiatric Adolescent IOP meets Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 4 to 7:30 p.m.
- Chemical Recovery Adolescent IOP meets Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 7 p.m.
For more information about this and other groups, (209) 461-2000 and ask to speak with a behavioral evaluator or visit www.StJosephsCanHelp.org.
HOSPITALS and MEDICAL GROUPS
Community Medical Centers
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Dameron Hospital Events
Click here for Dameron Hospital's Event Calendar.
Doctors Hospital of Manteca Events
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Hill Physicians
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Kaiser Permanente Central Valley
Click here for Kaiser Central Valley News and Events
Lodi Memorial Hospital Educational Opportunities
Click here for Lodi Memorial Hospital Event Calendar.
Mark Twain St. Joseph's Hospital Classes and Events
Click here for Mark Twain St. Joseph's Hospital Classes and Events.
San Joaquin General Hospital
Click here for San Joaquin General Hospital website.
St. Joseph's Medical Center Classes and Events
Click here for St. Joseph's Medical Center's Classes and Events.
Sutter Gould Medical Foundation
Click here for Sutter Gould news. Click here for Sutter Gould calendar of events.
Sutter Tracy Community Hospital Education and Support
Click here for Sutter Tracy Community Hospital events, classes and support groups.
San Joaquin County Public Health Services General Information
Ongoing resources for vaccinations and clinic information are:
- Public Health Services Influenza website, www.sjcphs.org
- Recorded message line at (209) 469-8200, extension 2# for English and 3# for Spanish.
- For further information, individuals may call the following numbers at Public Health Services:
- For general vaccine and clinic questions, call (209) 468-3862;
- For medical questions, call (209) 468-3822.
Health officials continue to recommend these precautionary measures to help protect against acquiring influenza viruses:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water or use alcohol based sanitizers.
- Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue or your sleeve, when you cough or sneeze.
- Stay home if you are sick until you are free of a fever for 24 hours.
- Get vaccinated.
Public Health Services Clinic Schedules (Adults and Children)
Immunization clinic hours are subject to chance depending on volume of patients or staffing. Check the Public Health Services website for additional evening clinics or special clinics at www.sjcphs.org. Clinics with an asterisk (*) require patients to call for an appointment.
Stockton Health Center: 1601 E. Hazelton Ave.; (209) 468-3830.
- Immunizations: Monday 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Tuesday 1-4 p.m.; Wednesday 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Thursday 8-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.; Friday 8-11 a.m.
- Travel clinic*: Thursday 8-11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m.
- Health exams*: Tuesday 1-4 p.m.; Wednesday 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Friday 8-11 a.m.
- Sexually transmitted disease clinic: Wednesday 3-6 p.m. and Friday 1-4 p.m., walk-in and by appointment.
- Tuberculosis clinic*: Tuesday; second and fourth Wednesday of the month.
- HIV testing: Tuesday 1-4 p.m.; Thursday 1-4 p.m.
Manteca Health Center: 124 Sycamore Ave.; (209) 823-7104 or (800) 839-4949.
- Immunizations: Monday 8-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.; Wednesday 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and 3-6 p.m.
- Tuberculosis clinic*: first and third Wednesday 3-6 p.m.
- HIV testing: first Wednesday 1:30-4 p.m.
Lodi Health Center: 300 W. Oak St.; (209) 331-7303 or (800) 839-4949.
- Immunizations: Monday 8-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.; Friday 8-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.
- Tuberculosis clinic*: Friday 8-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.
- HIV testing: second and fourth Friday 1:30-4 p.m.
Protect Your Preteen from Serious Diseases
The Calaveras County Public Health Department reminds families of preteens about recommended and required immunizations for 11-and 12-year olds. Dr. Dean Kelaita, county health officer, encouraged families of preteens to schedule a doctor visit and get vaccines they need to stay healthy and meet the Tdap school entry requirement for incoming seventh-graders. During 2010, California experienced a whooping cough (also known as pertussis) epidemic that resulted in 10 infant deaths. Incoming seventh-graders for the 2012-13 school year must provide proof of having immunization against whooping cough (Tdap) before starting school. Students who have not met the requirement will not be allowed to start school. Immunity from childhood vaccines wears off over time, exposing a child to serious diseases that can lead to missed weeks of school or serious illness. Besides the Tdap shot, there are other immunizations that are now recommended for this age group, including the meningococcal vaccine, a second chickenpox shot (if they never had chickenpox disease), and the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine series. Also, everyone older than 6 months is recommended to receive flu vaccine. The Calaveras County Public Health Department offers no- or low-cost vaccines to children without health insurance or whose insurance does not cover immunizations. No one is turned away for inability to pay. Information: (209) 754-6460 or www.calaveraspublichealth.com.
Calaveras County Public Health Community Immunization Clinics
- San Andreas: weekly at Public Health Department, 700 Mountain Ranch Road, Suite C-2. Mondays 3 to 5 p.m. and Thursdays 8 a.m. to noon.
- Valley Springs: monthly at United Methodist Church, 135 Laurel St. Third Tuesday 3 to 5:30 p.m.
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Have a health-oriented event the public in San Joaquin County should know about? Let me know at email@example.com and I'll get it into my Health Calendar. I'm not interested in promoting commercial enterprises here, but I am interested in helping out nonprofit and/or community groups, hospitals, clinics, physicians and other health-care providers. Look for five categories: Community Events, News, Ongoing, Hospitals & Medical Groups, and Public Health.
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This morning I was stopped for "verification" because I was young and was driving a mkv GTI. She comes up to my window and says, Hi, I see the car is under a 50 year old (dad) and your a teenager driving just wanted to make sure its ur dad etc.... Well the plates are good she tells me and everythings fine I'll just need to check your license and ill be on my way. She comes back saying your license is suspended we will seize the car for 30 days etc.... I got a 444$ ticket and got my car seized because dumb ass saaq didn't send me a fucking notice. My friends told me when its important, they send u something in the mail that says u must go pick up an important document at pharmacie's etc... And I never got this(my proof is that I never signed for anything) . My question is would I be able to win in court if I contest this ticket? Is this enough proof? Would like to know if anyone went through this before. Thanks in advance everyone.
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Nikki Gets A Visit From John Mayer…& Pees On Kristen Stewart?Dec 11th, 2009 | By Krystal | Category: Featured Articles, Movie News
Definitely one of the most random interviews I've posted. While being interviewed by Alexa Chung, Nikki Reed got a surprise visit from John Mayer! The segment also includes an interview with Kristen Stewart, who says that Nikki peed on her while they were parasailing! Um, yeah. Lol! It's On with Alexa Chung – MTV Shows


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Not who you thought i was!
Isabella Swan never existed, but Elizabeth Thompason did. after finding the truth about alice and edward jasper leaves the cullens and ventures back to peter and Charlotte. with elizabeth being his mate and also she helped maria he ventures to find her. will he? Non-Canon, JasperxElizabeth, AlicexEdward, CarlislexEsme, EmmettxRosalie, PeterxCharlotte
1. Chapter 1
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Chapter 1-
Bella's POV
Posing as a human can be hard and it can also be very exciting, since you're not human at all. My real name is Elizabeth Jennifer Thompson and I was born in 1846 to Carol Karen Davis-Thompson and David Charles Thompson who were only in there 20's when they had me. I may have lied to the Cullen's but I did it for my safety, and my creator (who I hunted down and killed) was Linda Jones and she hunted humans!
When I was human my hair was dirty blonde and my eyes were an ice blue. People loved my eyes and loved them too so much. My….friend said my eyes were like the ice on a lake in the winter but in Texas ice on the lakes didn't happen but every few years. When I got turned my Linda I lost my beautiful eyes and I missed people commenting my eyes when they saw me but instead they ran from me and made me sad =(.
My eyes of course were red when I woke from transformation and they didn't turn gold from the animals for a few months making me a freak around all humans. Humans called me a freak when they thought I couldn't hear them but I could hear everyone around me including my family. I've went as Isabella Swan since my transformation since I can't go as Elizabeth Thompson or I would be caught and slaughtered. Ok when I was a newborn I helped Maria with her newborn army and the Volturi are still trying to track me to kill me like they did Maria.
I don't know what Maria did to me to make the volturi want to kill me but I'm mad as hell at that bitch. You could say my life was never easy and I mean my whole life! I'm not the only one who has a screwed up life on this planet I just know it. When I was free of Maria and her newborn army and…him I went back as Isabella Swan the second and I was her…daughter after 20 years of being with her!
When I moved to Forks I wasn't expecting to find other vampires here and really I knew what they were the minute I saw them but what they don't doesn't hurt them. Then I saw…him and his mate the evil little pixie who hated me. She literally hated me because when all vampires were out of ear shot or we were "shopping" she would tell me she hated me and hated that I came into their lives. I ignored her and focused on how to tell…him my secret but that surely didn't happen, now did it?
Now that they have left I can go back to being Elizabeth and hiding from the volturi ha-ha! How evil is Elizabeth Thompson? Very!
His POV (A/N- with my story I will not mention his name in POV's but with other family members but her, yes!)
I can't believe Alice hated Bella! Bella was an incident human she didn't mean to meet us she was meant to meet us not be a piece of trash to so many people. Ok, just Alice and Edward but to me that's a lot. Though Bella reminded me so much of…her. Her dirty blonde hair and ice blue/gold eyes that I fell for so hard but who knows where she is now. She could be dead she could be hiding she could be anywhere but for some odd reason I have this feeling I've seen her after back when I was with Maria.
She was an angel no doubt and I fell head over heels in love and I never felt that with Alice, and I know Alice knows it. Alice wasn't my mate and I know that, Edward is her mate and Elizabeth is mine but my mate is nowhere to be found in my life. I want to find her and I'm leaving the Cullen's and being a Whitlock just for a little to see if I can find Elizabeth Thompson, is there any chance of finding her?
A/N- I LOVE this story so far and I'm finally going to try a different Bella boyfriend and have her with jasper…maybe. Please review and read! I won't post a new chapter unless I get more reviews than 1 or 2, I'm tired of no comments and I mean it! When I mean more reviews I mean 5 to 10 and it may grow over chapters…so review!
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Lady Crusaders drop 49-43 game to DuBois Lady Beavers
The DuBois Area Lady Beavers overcame a 10-point, third-quarter lead by the Elk Catholic Lady Crusaders on Wednesday evening to pull out a 49-43 victory in a District Nine League game at the Aaron J. Straub Gym on the Elk Catholic campus.The loss dropped the Elk County girls to 3-2 on the season, while DuBois Area ran their slate to 4-1 on the season."We are extremely inconsistent early in the season. We just can't seem to put four good quarters of basketball together right now," said ECCHS Head Coach Ken Pistner. "We need for one or more of the girls to step up as leaders that our team so desperately needs."Poor foul shooting tonight also led to our downfall. We were only 9 of 21 from the line, while DuBois was 17 of 19. We had a 10-point lead at one point in the game, but after that we just couldn't find the range and began committing too many fouls. We just can't seem to finish a game at this point in the season. The good thing about tonight is that we will have five days to work things out before we take to the court again."Elk Catholic put two girls in double figures last evening. Kristie Hanes led the way with 12 points on two field goals, two treys and a 2-for-4 night at the line. Karly Carnovale was the other Lady Crusader in double figures, with 10 points on two field goals, a trey and a 3-for-4 night at the line. Lexie Meholic checked in with seven points, followed by Ellie Petrosky, Emily Gregory and Taylor DaCanal with four each and Abbi Petrosky with two points.DuBois Area was led by Lindsay Obremski with 24 points on seven field goals and a 10-for-12 night at the line. She was followed by Jordan Fairman with 11, Carly Wallock with five, Samantha Kirk with three, and Jenna Maholtz, Casey Wilcox and Jeri Watson with two each.DuBois Area's Obremski opened the game with a field goal to put the Lady Beavers up 2-0. Gregory hit a trey to put Elk up 3-2, then DuBois scored seven straight points to take a 9-3 lead. Carnovale hit a trey, Meholic two foul goals, Gregory one foul goal and DaCanal a field goal to put the Lady Crusaders in front 11-9 at the end of the first quarter.Obremiski tied the game with two foul goals early in the second period, then E. Petrosky scored to make it 13-11 Elk. Two field goals by Obremiski gave the Lady Beavers a 15-13 edge, only to have Elk score the final seven points of the half on a trey and field goal by Hanes and a field goal by DaCanal. This gave ECCHS a 20-15 halftime lead.Elk pushed the lead to 24-15 as Carnovale scored the first four points of the third quarter. A three-point play by DuBois was answered by two ECCHS field goals, one each by E. Petrosky and Meholic, 28-18. Fairman and A. Petrosky exchanged fielders, 30-30, then Kirk hit a trey for DuBois, 30-23. Carnovale added a foul goal for Elk, then Obremiski hit a field goal for DuBois, 31-25. Two foul goals by DuBois were answered by a field goal by Meholic as the period ended with Elk up 33-27.The first four minutes of the final period belonged to DuBois, as they scored nine straight points to take a 36-33 lead over the Lady Crusaders. Hanes then hit a field goal and a foul goal to tie the game at 33-all. DuBois answered with a field goal, but Hanes hit a trey to put Elk up 39-38. Carnovale scored to make it 41-38, but DuBois answered with four foul goals to go up 42-41. Hanes tied it at 42-all, then Obremiski hit a field goal to give DuBois the lead for good at 44-42. In the final minute of play, DuBois outscored the Lady Crusaders 5 to 1 to win the game 49-43.Game notesElk Catholic turned the ball over 20 times in the game compared to 28 times for DuBois Area.-----Elk Catholic will be off until the Elk County Holiday Tournament, which is slated for Dec. 29 and 30 at St. Marys Area High School. The pairings for the tournament will be released later today.-----DuBois Area 49Katelyn LaBue 0-0-0-0-0, Samantha Kirk 0-1-0-0-3, Carly Wallock 0-1-2-2-5, Dana LaBrasca 0-0-0-0-0, Carla LaBrasca 0-0-0-0-0, Jordan Fairman 5-0-1-1-11, Jenna Maholtz 0-0-2-2-2, Lindsey Obremski 7-0-10-12-24, Casey Wilcox 1-0-0-0-2, Jeri Watson 0-0-2-2-2. Totals 13-2-17-19-49Elk Catholic 43Ellie Petrosky 2-0-0-0-4, Emily Gregory 0-1-1-2-4, Karly Carnovale 2-1-3-4-10, Anna Hawkins 0-0-0-0-0, Lexie Meholic 2-0-3-8-7, Abbi Petrosky 1-0-0-2-2, Maggie Sorg 0-0-0-0-0, Taylor DaCanal 2-0-0-0-4, Kristie Hanes 2-2-2-4-12. Totals 11-4-9-21-43.Score by quartersDuBois 9 6 12 21 49ECCHS 11 9 13 10 43JVs loseThe DuBois Area JVs made it a clean sweep for the Lady Beavers as they won the preliminary game by a 41-38 score over the Lady Crusaders.DuBois took a 7-5 first-period lead, then outscored the Lady Crusaders by a 19-10 margin in the second period to make the halftime score 26-15.The Lady Crusaders cut the Lady Beavers' lead to four points in the third quarter, outscoring DuBois 13-6 to make it 32-28 DuBois at the end of three. Elk outscored DuBois 10-9 in the final period, but fell a little short as the Lady Beavers held on for a 41-38 victory.DuBois scoring: Katelyn LaBue 5, Samantha LaBorde 6, Dana LaBrasca 12, Kourtni Ball 4, Cara LaBrasca 5, Melissa Stuart 9.ECCHS scoring: Stef Zimmerman 2, Michelle Imbrogno 17, Morgan Onink 6, Haley DaCanal 8, Marla Scacchitti 3, Chiara Genevro 2.


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Happy Ending
"I would like to thank the 10-year-old girl that found my dog and Garfield School for delivering the message to her mother that we received our little Chihuahua back. The fence has been repaired so that she can get out again. Thank you."
Traffic Cameras
"Why is our state legislature wasting time talking about repealing the traffic and speeding cameras in the state. If somebody doesn't like to give money to the state because they're speeding or running red lights, then stop speeding and running red lights. In the meantime, I think it's fine for any municipality to collect money from people doing those things. Plus it leaves police officers free to do other things. Leave the cameras alone."
"The crossword puzzle that is in the paper is just fine. I personally like something that I can sit down and do in just a few minutes before I have to leave. If you want something that's really hard you can either buy a book of them or go on the Internet and get a hard one."
"I have enjoyed solving crossword puzzles for years, and your Tribune crosswords by Jacqueline Matthews is one of my favorites. The RH Line caller on Tuesday's Reporter-Herald should stick with the New York Times crossword puzzles."
"I'm glad someone spoke up about the crossword puzzles. They're mundane and not worth the time to fill them out."
"I love the daily Tribune crossword puzzles just the way they are. If they aren't broken, don't fix them."
"For the highly intelligent person who wants to improve our crossword puzzles, they should be aware of the fact there are books published especially for them. Just leave us dummies alone as there are very few other pleasures we have in life."
"Perturbed puzzle. I do believe you are 18 Across on April 1st's crossword. Good job, paper. Beautiful crosswords. Leave it alone — except you should switch the answers back like it was, upside down. You've got cheaters out there."
"For the person complaining about looky-loos. You charged admission by accepting donations and tax money for repairs. Now don't you think it's fair to let them see the sideshow?"
"We do not drive up there for entertainment, to look at you and the surroundings. We look at the majesty of all that is around us We will continue to do so. Please, it's not our entertainment, it's our respite. Besides, if I can be logical here, we do pay taxes for that road, and we have every right to use it. But just to assure you, we're not looky-loos. We're not looking at what devastation was, we're looking at the beautiful canyon on the way to Rocky Mountain National Park. Thank you, and I hope you have a better day."
"I think it's very funny that people move to the mountains, up the canyons, to be away from the people on the flatlands, but the first time they have a problem with their beautiful homes and mansions, or around the river, they want the people on the flatlands to step up and pay for their disasters. It's their choice to live up there; let them dig in their own pockets."
Flood Control
"Regarding flooding and Olympus Dam, it will require an act of Congress to alter the status to include flood control. In order for this to happen, specific needs need to be identified, including increased water diversion and storage capacity between Estes Park and Greeley, as well as increased pump and tunnel capacity into Carter Lake, Chimney Hollow complex. This will require cooperation between all city and agricultural water users and operators. Who's going to get this started?"


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The StormTracker 12 Severe Weather Video Blog is now live. Click here for real-time updates from the StormTracker 12 Weather Center.
There is a risk for severe storms to track into the ArkLaTex today. These storms could bring damaging winds, large hail, flooding and tornadoes. That means power outages are possible tonight and into Monday morning across the entire area.
Right now, a severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for McCurtain County, OK until 5:45 p.m. The storm is moving NE about 35 mph.
The set-up for Sunday's storm system has everything you don't want to see in the spring severe weather season. We'll start with strong winds near the surface out of the south, bringing in warmth and humidity from the Gulf of Mexico. We were able to feel the increasing heat and moisture throughout the afternoon Saturday. Then, as we look higher up in the atmosphere, the winds shift direction and speed up.
An upper level low pressure system tracking from Utah towards Missouri through the weekend will create a lot of spin in the atmosphere and encourage and storms that form to rotate. Follow that up with a slow moving cold front, and we make things very unstable in the air above us and have all the conditions needed for severe weather.
Storms have initially been slow to develop this morning, but as the atmosphere warms up from the sunshine, storms will begin firing up shortly after Noon. The first area to see the severe storms will be East and Northeast Texas, Southeast Oklahoma. Then they will shift into Southwest Arkansas and Northern Louisiana.
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Four of the six runners for Saturday's seven-furlong sprint at Aqueduct Racetrack have combined for 14 stakes victories since the beginning of last year, four in Grade 1 events. The other two runners have reeled off three of the top 10 Beyer Speed Figures recorded this year in races up to a mile. In fact, Carter entrants Calibrachoa, Caleb's Posse and Emcee have five of the top six Beyers put up this year in races up to a mile.
"I'd rather be watching and betting on it than actually being in it," Repole said. "If I was going to make the morning line, I'd have all those horses at 5-1."
The Carter, run as race 10, is the final leg of the $500,000 Guaranteed All Graded Stakes Pick 4, and is the premier co-featured event supporting the Grade 1, $1 million Resorts World Casino New York City Wood Memorial.
For McNeill Stables and Cheyenne Stables' Caleb's Posse, the Carter marks an opportunity to prove that he can carry the form from his terrific 3-year-old season against the ranks of older horses. In the Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile last November, he crushed a talented field by four lengths in his first try against runners outside his age group. The race also gave him his second Grade 1 victory of 2011, as he defeated Uncle Mo in an electrifying Foxwoods King's Bishop at seven furlongs August 27 at Saratoga Race Course.
In his most recent start, Caleb's Posse returned from a four-month layoff and came charging to miss by a neck to Calibrachoa in the Tom Fool. That race, however, was at six furlongs.
"We were ready to run," said Caleb's Posse's trainer Donnie Von Hemel. "The distance was not quite enough for us."
This year, Von Hemel is looking for a top-class campaign for Caleb's Posse, with an eye on enhancing his value as a stallion.
"The face that he beat older horses in the Breeders' Cup was a very good indication he would hold his form and class as a 4-year-old," Von Hemel said. "I didn't have any concerns going into this year in that regard."
The Carter appears to have three distinct types of horses: the front-running and lightly-raced Emcee, stalkers Shackleford, Calibrachoa and Tahitian Warrior, and closers Caleb's Posse and Jackson Bend.
Trainer Kiaran McLaughlin, who sends out Emcee, readily admits the Carter boasts a deeper field than contested the Tom Fool, but there is one crucial difference – his speedy Godolphin Racing 4-year-old will not face a pace war like he did last time against Royal Currier.
Emcee survived that battle only to finish third by a length behind Calibrachoa and Caleb's Posse. Yet the race was only the third of Emcee's career, and McLaughlin is showing uncharacteristic aggressiveness throwing him in with the top runners in the country.
"Look at his form, he's a top horse," McLaughlin said of the son of Unbridled's Song. "He ran first and first and then third in a Grade 3. Yes, we have a lot of confidence, and he's a really nice horse. Hopefully, he can win it and stamp himself as a stallion. Anybody who wins it will.
"It's a tougher race than last time; it's probably the most competitive race of the year with Caleb's Posse, but the pace scenario is definitely a plus."
Emcee will run as a coupled Godolphin entry with Tahitian Warrior, who comes into the Carter off a close second in a high-level optional claiming sprint February 10 at Gulfstream Park.
One of the most popular horses in the country, Shackleford, makes his second start of the year in the Carter. After returning from a three-month layoff following a second in the Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile, the winner of last year's Preakness Stakes finished seventh February 11 in the 1 1/8-mile Donn Handicap.
After that defeat, trainer Dale Romans plotted a middle-distance campaign for Shackleford, who ran in seven Grade 1 races last year, winning or placing in four of them. That campaign begins with the Carter.
"He's a very versatile horse," Romans said. "He's grown; he's bigger and stronger. He's the same horse and he likes what he does."
One of the most intriguing threats in the field is Calibrachoa, who broke a long string of in-out performances by pairing up huge scores in the Toboggan and Tom Fool. His effort March 3 in the latter earned him a Beyer Speed Figure of 111, tops this year in races up to a mile.
Three times Calibrachoa has contested Grade 1 races, and he was defeated in each of them, but Repole expresses tremendous optimism this year for the 5-year-old he claimed for $40,000 in November 2010.
"I think this is going to be his breakout year," Repole said. "Whether this is a Grade 1 he wins or it's another race down the road, I think this year's he's going to have his best year. That pattern got broken up last time, and I think it was bar far the best race of the year. When you get three really good horses on paper and all three of them fire … Caleb's Posse ran a [110] Beyer. It was like bowling a 295 and losing."
Michael McCarthy, assistant to trainer Todd Pletcher, said of Calibrachoa, "We have a lot of respect for Shackleford, and Jackson's Bend's reputation speaks for itself. We're going to go over there thinking our horse is going to fire his best race and let the chips fall where they may."
Millionaire Jackson Bend has won his past two starts at seven furlongs by open lengths, including the Grade 1 Forego last August at Saratoga Race Course. In his most recent start for Hall of Fame trainer Nick Zito, the 5-year-old son of Hear No Evil finished third in the Grade 2 Gulfstream Park Handicap.


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Friday, November 16, 2007
Maize Out? Phewy! How 'bout a "Blue Job!"
Now, a "White Out" I get. Same with a "Black Out." But I absolutely hate the term "Maize Out." That to me says, "Uh, we couldn't think of anything original so we just threw one of our school colors in front of the term 'Out'.
Thus, since some people actually own blue outerwear, I propose - maybe not this year, but next year - for the big games we tell people to dress in the color of our most well-known cheer for a stadium-wide..."Blue Job."
C'mon, who's with me!
8 comments:
- Mikoyan said...
Blue is a much nicer color than maize. It would look cool if everyone were wearing blue.
- November 16, 2007 7:00 AM
- kowisja said...
1. in 2005 the student section went blue. it basically became a blue out every game. it looked really bland.
2. much like red, blue is a common color, except it doesnt stand out nearly as much. it is soft on the eyes. our sound is low enough. if we cant distract them with noise, we have to distract their eyes.
3. The maize out cheerleader uniforms are the hottest thing I have ever seen in Michigan Stadium. if they could come up with a just as impressive looking blue jersey, I think I would be less against it.
- November 16, 2007 7:48 AM
- ChicagoWolverine said...
I agree -- Blue just doesn't stand out as much as Maize... if we did do the all blue.. those little red fuckers would stand out significantly more than us.
on another note -- i just finally watched the m/osu thing on HBO last night. Did anyone find it a bit strange that they didn't even talk about Lloyd or the 97 game?
- November 16, 2007 9:44 AM
- Dezzi said...
Only one problem with the "Blue Job"... normally the "White Out" follows...
- November 16, 2007 10:48 AM
- ChicagoWolverine said...
LOL Dez
- November 16, 2007 12:11 PM
- Katie said...
I can surmise that the intention of Blue Job is to simulate exactly what Dezzi is suggesting......I don't think that would fly at the Big House. I also agree with everyone, Blue is too bland and too many other teams have blue as part of their color. The Maize is great to see. Get a maize hoody and LAYER under it! I love to glance over at the student section and see a sea of Maize. The AD needs to send a letter to all season ticket holders, giving them instructions on game day regalia and other information such as "jingling keys is moronic, so stop it already!". (yeah, that probably won't fly either....maybe I should get a job there, then I could straighten out this issue.) :o)
- November 16, 2007 2:36 PM
- Michael said...
A Blue Job is equivalent to having a Clothes-fest. What difference would it make?
Wear Maize. If you don't have a jacket, wear a sweatshirt with layers under it. Or, buy an XXL t-shirt and put it over your jacket.
- November 16, 2007 2:43 PM
- JasonOtt said...
Yea man, blue is bland and maize looks better.
Is this seriously up for discussion among UM fans? SAD!
- November 17, 2007 2:49 AM


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Evaluations and Recommendations
If you already have a Pre-Health file, but you do not request recommendation letters and/or evaluations for at least an academic year, your file will be marked as inactive and you will have to reapply to the program to make your file active again. To avoid your Pre-Health file becoming inactive, make sure you submit recommendation letters and/or evaluations every semester.
An evaluation is a form that a professor, usually of a math or science course, uses to write a sentence to a paragraph about a student's performance and/or skill level in class. These evaluations are a great help for committee members when letter writing is taking place because it gives writers an overview of how a student has been doing across the board in science and math courses.
To request an evaluation from a professor, please complete the Evaluation Request Form (you must have the instructor's email address to do so).
A recommendation is a full-length letter, on letterhead, written by a professor, employer, research supervisor, MD, DO, etc. For more details, please see the last page of the guides on the left for tips on what the letter should include. Recommendation letters are always preferred over evaluations because they are far more detailed and professional. However, you should not ask for a letter of recommendation from everyone that you have ever worked or taken a class with. Rather than overload your file with letters that do not say very much or ones that do not portray you in a positive light, it would be to your advantage to request letters of recommendation from people who you feel will have both positive and substantive things to say about your performance in the area in which they know you. Exceptional recommendation letters that portray a student's outstanding qualities can also be included with a committee letter if committee members feel that the content of the letter may better a student's chances of admission into a health professions school.
To request a recommendation letter, please complete the Recommendation Request Form (you must have the individual's email address to do so).
MD/PhD Students **VERY IMPORTANT**
If you are intending to apply to MD/PhD programs, it is imperative that you receive at least 2 letters of recommendation from 2 different research experiences. These letters must detail the research that you conducted. Please inform the individual writing the recommendation letter that the letter must be a very detailed letter about your research project and your skills/abilities in the lab. Many times students do not request this of the letter writer and then the letter is insufficient and negatively impacts the student's chances of getting into MD/PhD program. It is your responsibility to inform your recommender that they need to be detailed in their letter; otherwise, they may just assume that they should write a regular letter about your aptitude and not one that specifies your research project and abilities in a lab.
For more detailed information about letters of recommendation, see the final page of the guide on the left.


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I would like to create two instances of WP on a single domain. For example, I would like wp1.domain.com and wp2.domain.com to use a single database (same comments/posts). One for production and one for development. Is this possible, and if so, how?
It's considered best practice to have two separate databases (one for production, one for development) then migrate the database as detailed here. If you, for example, install a database-changing plugin on one but not the other, you risk breaking one of your sites until you duplicate those changes over. If you're working late tweaking code, you might end up breaking your live site and not realizing it until the angry client calls to rip you a new one.
Really, keep your production and development sites completely separate. It will save you a number of hassles down the road.
If you only have access to a single database, set each site to use a different database prefix. This ensures easy duplication with standard SQL tools while keeping separate dev/prod environments.
The simplest way of doing that is just conditionally defining the environment variables in
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I would set your 'home' and 'siteurl' options to the production URL, and just test for the dev environment and set the constants above on your development server. Or, if they're actually in separate directories, you can skip the $_SERVER check and just define those variables there.
You've got to think about what you're doing to share the wp-content folders though, especially the uploads folder. And the plugins folder could also be an issue. If you get an error with a plugin on your dev folder, WordPress will deactivate that plugin on your production site – is that what you want?
I don't think it's possible, since there is some info on the DDBB that's specific to a certain URL, such as the siteurl and home options, plus many others like navigation links (if you're using WP's menus), etc.
Probably the best option it's to keep different databases (which it's also a good idea if you're planning to do admin stuff on the development site) or, even better, to setup a local development enviroment


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YONKERS --Hundreds of people are displaced from their homes Friday after a massive fire tore through a discount store in Westchester County.
The four-alarm blaze broke out at a Dollar K discount store on South Broadway in Yonkers around 4 p.m. Thursday, and it took firefighters six hours to get the flames under control.
About 200 people were evacuated, and dozens were being aided by the Red Cross.
Seven firefighters suffered minor injuries.
The dollar store was completely destroyed, and buildings on both sides were evacuated. A nearby school was turned into a shelter, and at least 25 people reportedly stayed there overnight.
Fire officials say 18 fire companies and 63 firefighters worked to put out the blaze.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.


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A digital piano takes the modern art of making music to new heights of creative expression - relatively inexpensive and no tuning.
Whether you're getting into this wonderful world for the first time, or you've been doing it since ADAM, point #1....
Don't trust your ears.
Point #2: a sampled piano PLAYED is ... what can I say?.... a TOTALLY different animal from a sampled piano LISTENED TO
Point #3: never... never... never... fall in love with a sampled piano (or a real one for that matter).... take the good moments ...when you're gigging alone or in front of folks...you love the sound....you thought "that was great"... but always look for better... cause there IS better
Point #4: Big money = no does NOT equal BIG piano sound..... Sooooo much more complicated than that...
Well yes you can go for digital piano. It is considered as d best supplementary for standard pianos. It does not have a feature of tuning, need less care and also quite reasonable. It has a piano as well a keyboard and it is fun to play. So I think you should go with digital piano as it is also latest in demand.
I would prefer here for a digital piano. It is what which Im using now and it is also very flexible with modern music.
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Some years back, I latched onto the Roland FP3 digital piano. Great sound, never needs tuning, and with a full-size keyboard (that has enough weight to not 'feel' like a Lowery organ) whose action is close to a lighter European grand than a Yammi or Steinway, realistic enough to be used in concert by some well-known performers as a way of guaranteeing that the piano in whatever venue will be consistent and good quality. It does rely more than a little on the quality of your amplification system, but comes with a quality Roland preamp for headphone practice.
No, it's not the same as having a 6ft Yamaha or (insert your own preference here) in your living room, but you can travel with it, set it up in about two minutes, and store it in a closet if you're short of room, to boot.
And for my laptop, I compose n the Garritan Steinway. Nothing else comes close in the price bracket.


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Two blowout wins against much larger schools last week impressed local basketball fans, and have the Monticello Buckaroos dreaming of a state championship in March.
On December 1 in Monticello the Buckaroos blasted the Grand County Red Devils, 72-43.
Had the regulars stayed in the game longer, the blowout would have been worse for the Devils.
On December 5, Monticello embarrassed the 4-A Panthers of Montezuma County in Cortez, 57-39.
Coach Rhett Maughan is starting four juniors and one senior, which bodes well for the future. Starters are Dallin Duncan, (Jr) Devin Wright, (Jr) Kendal Maughan, (Jr) Steven Redd (Sr) and Cory Young (Jr). Reserves are Sean Getter (Sr) Tyler Ketron (Sr) Hendrik Benally (Sr) Josh Anderson (Sr) Colby Draper (Jr) Adam Black (So) and Terek Esplin (So).
Six foot six inch junior Dallin Duncan poured in 29 points against Moab, and will be a powerful force inside. Wright and Maughan are fast and love to lead a sophisticated fast break. Redd (at 6'2") and Young (6.1") add size and strength under the basket.
The team (and the fans) like the up-tempo, fast break style Coach Maughan has taught. Defense is also impressive with the Buckaroos winning the turnover battle by margins similar to the point scores.
In his third year as the head of the basketball program at MHS, Maughan reports that this team "loves to play basketball. They work hard, are coachable, are willing to work as much on defense as offense, love the run and gun game, have amazing team chemistry, and have demonstrated more heart than any group I have ever worked with."
Coach Maughan says if they can get by the teams in the region, the Buckaroos will have a great challenge in teams like Rich, Piute and Valley at state. Rhett says the top teams in 1-A are just as tough as anyone in 2-A because some of them do not play football, and focus on basketball year around.
He said he expects Whitehorse to be tough again this year in the region. The Raiders are perennial winners at state, and Maughan says they have a player this year that is as good as anyone he has ever seen in 1-A.
I asked Rhett why he would spend the time he does with the basketball team for a wage of about $1.50 an hour if you divide the hours he spends each year into the his annual salary of $2,000.
Obviously, he could make many times that amount if he spent those hours in his medical practice. "I love the game. I love the kids. There is nothing like seeing these great young men we have in Monticello set a goal and then give their all to achieve it."
"Is there anything you would change in this 'moonlighting' gig of yours?" he was asked.
"The politics of trying to please everyone is hard on coaches. We really try to do the very best we can for the good of the team, the school and the community," he said. It is a problem anywhere you coach high school age boys, and is not unique to Monticello, Coach Maughan added.
"I am so appreciative of the support I get from my assistant coaches, Tony Esplin and Josh Keyes, school administrators and my family. Community support is so important. These young men are tremendously motivated by the positive feedback they get from their fans and supporters at the games and in the community. Our support will be a big factor in how successful we are this year," Maughan concluded.
This writer hopes Monticello will come to the games and catch the spirit of these young athletes. They are really fun to watch. If we could pack the gym for every home game this year, like we did back in the years when many of us played round-ball, Monticello has an excellent chance of bringing home a state championship this year.


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London: Fresh leaks about a wrist-wearable version of Apple's iPhone have suggested that suggested that development of the device, dubbed the 'iWatch', is far more advanced than previously thought.
Unnamed insiders have disclosed that a team of 100 Applestaff, headed by senior executives, has been assembled to work on the product.
This implied that the iWatch is "beyond the experimentation phase," the Telegraph reports.
A report by Bloomberg claimed that Apple's senior director of engineering, James Foster, and another manager are part of the iWatch team.
According to the paper, earlier this week it was reported that the design would let the watch link wirelessly to the iPhone and allow wearers to easily access some of the features of the smartphone.
The device could use Willow Glass, a new type of flexible glass, allowing it to have a curved touchscreeen, The New York Times said.
An Apple watch could be used to make mobile payments, for navigation, to access messages from the wearer's phone or to monitor health and activity, the newspaper speculated.
It would run iOS, the same mobile operating system as the iPhone and iPad, the Times added.


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ELIZABETHTOWN - A proposal to increase Essex County's bed tax to 5 percent is taking a little nap.
On Tuesday, the county's Board of Supervisors voted 15-1 to table a resolution that would begin the process to hike the 3 percent occupancy tax on hotel and lodging stays by 2 percent. Several lawmakers said they weren't clear on how the additional revenue would be used and wanted to take more time to discuss details of the plan.
To increase the bed tax, the county first has to request home-rule authority from the state Legislature. If approved, it would be sent back to Essex County lawmakers, who would need to adopt a local law and set a public hearing, according to county Attorney Dan Manning.
"When it goes to Albany and the Legislature deals with that, they're assuming that you've thought all of these things out," Newcomb town Supervisor George Canon said. "And if we're still discussing what we want that legislation to say, we're going to look pretty silly. ... You ought to argue out all of these little details on percentages and come to an agreement before you send it to Albany."
Ninety-five percent of the revenue collected through the 3 percent bed tax goes to the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism for marketing efforts. That funding wouldn't be affected under the current proposal. Instead, the additional 2 percent would be split up four ways:
25 percent for operating and management of the county fish hatchery in Crown Point
25 percent for a tourism product development fund
4 percent for visitor transportation
46 percent for offseason marketing programs
Those figures were proposed by Wilmington town Supervisor Randy Preston at a meeting last week. When Moriah town Supervisor Tom Scozzafava asked for more details about them on Tuesday, Preston said they were only suggestions, but he was firm on his proposal to use bed tax revenue to fund the fish hatchery.
"What maybe the average public doesn't understand out there is every year the fish hatchery is on the chopping block - every single year," he said. "We need to come up with some ideas to get some of this off the property tax."
Earlier in the meeting, Fred Balzac, owner of the Book and Blanket Bed and Breakfast in Jay, told supervisors that adding 2 percent to the bed tax hurts customers who are looking for cheaper lodging. His bed and breakfast charges $75 to $105 per night.
"This economy has not been very good for the small lodging properties," said Balzac, who belonged to the Occupancy Tax Committee in the late 1990s when the bed tax was first implemented. "We really have to work very hard at filling rooms. I think what we're finding is that people at the lower end really have to think hard about whether they want to spend money on a room."
Balzac urged supervisors to speak with hotel and motel owners. He said the board should look at increasing the bed tax on "premium rooms."
Supervisors like Preston and Keene's Bill Ferebee said they've spoken to lodging property owners in their communities and that most of them aren't concerned about losing customers to a 5 percent bed tax.
"I can't see where 2 percent on a room is going to turn anyone away," Preston said.
Balzac also said that hotel and motel owners outside of Lake Placid "really don't see a lot of benefit from the marketing that they do.
"They do a great job for Lake Placid and for the Adirondacks as a whole," he said. "They don't really help us in Jay, and I believe, if you talked to other property owners in other towns, that they would say the same thing."
Elizabethtown town Supervisor Margaret Bartley agreed. She said her local chamber of commerce doesn't benefit from ROOST's efforts and that the additional revenue should be made available to towns like Moriah, Minerva and Newcomb.
"Right now, ROOST money is not available," Bartley said.
Minerva town Supervisor Sue Montgomery-Corey said her community is preparing for the state to open up former Finch, Pruyn timberlands to public use, but her town doesn't have the resources to market the new tourism opportunities.
Before the discussion ended, Canon reminded supervisors that 85 percent of the revenue generated by the bed tax comes from Lake Placid hotels and motels.
"That 2 percent that we're talking about adding is going to come from Lake Placid; that's where the money is going to be generated that we're all spending right now," he said.
"Thank you," North Elba town Supervisor Roby Politi responded.
Politi has expressed reservations about increasing the bed tax.
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Wednesday's Afternoon Update
What you need to know about Florida today
Florida: No. 1 "innovation" state
Florida has been named the No. 1 "Innovation State" by Fast Company magazine. In a story titled, "A Sunny Outcome: Why Florida's Startups are Soaring High," Fast Company cited the state as the nation's second-highest rate of new business production, No. 2 ranking for annual revenue per startup, and a high venture capital ranking. More at the South Florida Sun-Sentinel and Fast Company.
See also:
» Statement from Gov. Rick Scott about Florida being named No. 1 state for innovation
Banks again compete for realty loans
With funds in their coffers again, local banks are competing to lend for commercial real estate. "We've come full circle," said real estate attorney Ross Manella, a partner at the law firm of Hinshaw & Culbertson. "Banks are calling to let me know they have a lot of money available. More at Miami Today.
Emerging markets fuel Tupperware's quarterly sales increase
Tupperware Brands Corp.'s first-quarter profit was essentially flat, though earnings per share and sales increased, the Orlando-based company reported Wednesday. Tupperware's net income was $58.2 million, or $1.06 per share, compared with $58.3 million or $1.02 per share the previous year. More at the Orlando Sentinel.
Sales tax ahead for online buyers?
The Senate is expected to vote this week on the Marketplace Fairness Act, which would give states the authority to collect sales taxes for Internet purchases. If enacted, the measure has the potential to affect online retailing as well as the shopping habits of millions of consumers. More at the McClatchy.
Sequestration cuts in 2014 put NASA timetable in peril
A flight to corral an asteroid and explore it in 2021 as well as a crewed journey to Mars sometime during the 2030s — which some critics say isn't soon enough — are among projects that would be pushed back by continued budget-trimming, William Gerstenmaier, NASA's chief of human exploration, told members of a Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation subcommittee. More at Florida Today.
Florida Trend journalist Lilly Rockwell won the regional magazine investigative reporting category this week in a contest run by the Society of Professional Journalists. Rockwell's piece, "Crime, no punishment," dissected the massive problem the state has with Medicaid fraud, and how for decades, authorities have not been able to stop it.
» Read more from the Tampa Bay Times and The Society of Professional Journalists
» Read Rockwell's story: Medicaid Fraud: Crime, no punishment
» See more stories by Lilly Rockwell
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