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"Little Brother's" preparing to fight
With their recent verbal commit of the massive 6' 8" OT from Iowa, MSU and dantonio are putting together one hell of a recruiting class. With some research, MSU has (according to Rivals):
- (3) four star OT's
- (2) four star RB's
- (1) four star QB
- (1) four star WR
- (1) four star OLB
Yes, ratings this early really don't mean much, but come-on, "Little Brother" is going through puberty and looking to take a couple of swings at ol' "Big Brother" for pushing him around for the past few years.
This rivarly is really going to start to get interesting ......finally.
MSU will be competitive with Michigan and tUOS on the field under Dantonio and then have the one great year when they possible beat both.
As much as I hate to say it but Dantonio is slowly turning MSU in the right direction
That would assume a lot of things
- Every 4-5 star lives up to potential on the field
- They don't get in trouble
- They don't leave early
- They have enough of a balance that their 5 star QB isn't playing behind a crumbling line of fatsos
- Nobody get hurts


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BREAKING: Women's death investigated as homicide
The death of a woman in Newton on Saturday morning is being investigated as a homicide, according to the Newton Police Department.
Maggie Daniels, 31, was found dead in her apartment at W. 17th Street in Newton at 10:37 a.m. on Saturday.
After a preliminary autopsy, a medical examiner suspects "foul play" is involved.
Daniels, who spent this past year at Discovery High School, is a former teacher and coach at Newton-Conover High School. She was named Newton-Conover City Schools Teacher of the Year in 2011.
As more information is available, it will be featured in The O-N-E and posted on observernewsonline.com

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After the train has passed the Netherlands (with a very successful press event in Amersfoort on 1 August) and Belgium, it entered France on the same dayin the evening. From its temporary home base Paris, Le Bourget, the EuropeTrain shuttled 10 times to Lyon, once to Marseille and 3 times to Metz, achieving in total 15.000 km on the French network. On 23 August, 4:15 the train returned to Minden again via Belgium and the Netherlands after 24 days of successful operation.
Directly after the return, the measurements of wheels and brake blocks started as usual. Before the next run, the EuropeTrain's International Analysis Team (IAT) will again discuss the results, define further activities and especially decide on the wagons that will participate in the next run. This will be the second run of the Transalpine Loop in Austria and will start on the 06/07 September via Vienna, where a press event is planned in Deutsch-Wagram on the 09 September. The return is planned for the end of September.
In parallel, again special tests with five wagons on special tracks near Minden have been performed according to UIC 518 (running behaviour).The results have to be analysed by the IAT in addition to the results of the stationary measurements and been taken into account for the subsequent runs of these wagons.


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Lewis rides into retirement with another Lombardi Trophy
NEW ORLEANS -- It almost wouldn't have been appropriate for Ray Lewis' storied career to end any other way.
With the Baltimore Ravens clinging to a 34-29 lead and 2:39 remaining in Super Bowl XLVII, the San Francisco 49ers had a first-and-goal at the Ravens' 7-yard line. Baltimore's defense was banged up and clearly winded, having allowed 466 total yards to that point in the game.
After San Francisco's LaMichael James rushed for 2 yards on first down, the Ravens received a quick breather with the two-minute warning. Courtesy of tight coverage -- and some questionable play-calling -- 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick threw three consecutive incomplete passes intended for wide receiver Michael Crabtree.
A few minutes later, the Ravens were officially world champions.
"How else would the game come down?" Lewis said. "Put us with our backs against the wall, and every man looked at each other and said, 'If they don't get in, we'll win.'
"Who else does that but a team that's been battle-tested? A team that doesn't waver no matter what situation it's in. We did it. That's what the Ravens are, man."
The Ravens' once-vaunted defense certainly wavered, especially as the 49ers reeled off 17 consecutive points in the second half. San Francisco averaged 6.3 yards per carry, and Kaepernick threw for 302 yards, but Baltimore buckled down on a key two-point conversation and again at the end of the game.
"The final series of Ray Lewis' career was a goal-line stand to win the Lombardi Trophy," Ravens coach John Harbaugh said. "We have said many times after many of these games, 'It was not perfect, it was not pretty, but it was us.' That is who we are."
Lewis spent the past two seasons relying heavily on bike training to stay in shape to help reduce the pounding on his legs. However, it was clear time was catching up to the future Hall of Fame linebacker even before he suffered a torn triceps on Oct. 14. The Ravens' run defense was beginning to sag, and there were whispers that the end of the 17-year veteran's career was close.
He convinced general manager Ozzie Newsome not to place him on season-ending injured reserve, and he promised he would be able to return to help the Ravens. And that he did, resuming practice in December and returning to the field for the team's playoff opener at home against the Indianapolis Colts.
Lewis announced before the playoffs that he would retire after the season. It was his "last ride," a nice metaphor to his training and the rallying cry for the three-game winning streak that brought the Ravens to New Orleans.
Lewis wasn't perfect against the 49ers -- far from it. He was often making tackles downfield and a step late in coverage, but part of his Hall of Fame resume is Lewis' legendary leadership.
"The cool thing about Ray is that it means a lot to win it for him just because -- not only did he want to win it for himself, but the bigger thing was that he wanted all of us to know what it is like to win this game," Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco said. "So the fact that he has that outlook on it just made it very special for this to come true."
Lewis took running back Ray Rice under his wing when Rice entered the league in 2008, and the two have been close friends since.
"After the season is over and after we do all our stuff, next year the locker room is going to be different," Rice said. "This is the one thing that's not going to separate us for life. We'll forever be champions because we won the Super Bowl."
Whether that locker room in 2013 includes 11-year veteran Ed Reed remains to be seen. He's scheduled to be a free agent, and he contemplated retirement last offseason. Reed maintained even after the victory Sunday that he intends to play next season.
"I am enjoying this right now," Reed said. "I plan on doing it. I love football. So long as I am healthy in the offseason and everything is good and my son if he doesn't say, 'Dad you gotta come home,' I plan on coming back."
"I am enjoying this right now as long as I can."
Reed returned to the game after suffering a knee injury in the first quarter, and he was rewarded with his first Super Bowl title. He arrived a year after Lewis won his first.
"I told him he's getting everything I have tonight," Reed said. "We gave him everything. Defense. Goal line. San Francisco has a great team, and we win on defense on the goal line. It is the way it had to be for Ray. It was so right."
Ray Lewis' last ride has one final stop -- delivering the Lombardi Trophy back to Baltimore.
"I do everything in retirement," Lewis said. "Everything around me is my kids. It is the most ultimate feeling ever. This is the way you do it. No other way to go out and end a career. This is how you do it."


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Industry sources say that RIM is possibly acquiring the Seattle based start up company Gist.
For those that are not familiar with Gist, it creates profiles of those in your business network, much like rivals Rapportive and eTacts by using publicly available information from sources such as Rapleaf, a San Francisco-company that has been receiving close scrutiny for its data collection techniques. This profile data is made available anytime someone emails you.
Gist led by CEO T.A. McCann, (ex-Microsoft) was started and initially funded by Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen's Vulcan Capital. The company launched in 2008 and raised $6.75 million in Series A funding from The Foundry Group and Paul Allen's Vulcan Capital.
In a recent news release, Gist claimed that it had 100 million social business profiles. The company makes plugins for popular email clients such as Outlook, Lotus Notes, Google Apps and other platforms as well as others.
For RIM, the idea behind acquiring Gist would be to possibly re-invent the phone address book and make it integral to its core offering. It would actually make a lot of sense for RIM to do so as it plays to its core strength – messaging. By making the address book more networked and more social, RIM can build a social inbox, much like the one being championed by Facebook.
RIM has been on a buying frenzy lately, acquiring Dash in 2009, Torch Mobile and The Astonishing Tribe earlier this month.
What do your think? Are you concerned about apps that collect profile data on you and your contacts? Would you like to see your contact list look more like FaceBook? Let us know.


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To celebrate the 2012 Olympics and mark its 50th anniversary, WFP's London office has launched – together with Crossrail* - an inspirational exhibition of photos in the capital, showing children from the developing world playing games.
The Hunger to Hope exhibition is displayed on Crossrail hoardings at two major sites – in Paddington and Holborn. The images of children at play have been donated to WFP by some of the world's leading photographers.
The aim is to remind Londoners and visitors that adequate food and nourishment are needed by children around the world to give them the energy to play. WFP provides food assistance to nearly 26 million children in schools in some 66 countries.
The images are uplifting and demonstrate the link between WFP's work and the "Olympic spirit" – mutual understanding, friendship, solidarity and fair play.
The images and exhibition have been provided entirely free to WFP, which is voluntarily funded.
*Crossrail is increasing London's rail-based transport network across the capital.


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Short and sweet, here it is: Thursday is already Thanksgiving.
Short and sweet, here it is: Thursday is already Thanksgiving.
Traditionally a time to spend with family and friends celebrating the things we have received purely by God's grace and love for us. I wish you safe travels to your destination and sincerely hope you have a wonderful day.
My hometown plays in the state championship game on Friday for nine-man football which my nephew Shane is a team member. Good Luck Clinton, Graceville, Beardsley Wolverines! I hope to be there to cheer you on.
Saturday is Mom's birthday. Happy Birthday Mom as I know you read this space faithfully every week. I love you and I'll see you on Thursday!
Happy Thanksgiving from your friends and neighbors at the Herald-Dispatch!
Thought for the week:
An Irish Blessing
May there always be work for your hands to do,
May your purse always hold a coin or two,
May the sun always shine on your windowpane,
May a rainbow be certain to follow each rain,
May the hand of a friend always be near you,
May God fill your heart with gladness to cheer you.


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With September and the end of summer just around the corner, your Leavenworth Public Library has a variety of events or programs lined up for our customers.
From the return of Smart Photography to walks through history, your library has quite a line up just for you.
Mark Uhart returns Sept. 7 with his next installment of Smart Photography. Mark offers a two-hour free workshop designed to provide an overview of how to use Adobe Lightroom 5 and Photoshop CS6 Creative Cloud to process and enhance images. Be sure to bring your camera and a notebook for his program, which begins at 1 p.m.
On Sept. 11, beginning at 6:30 p.m., Mark M. Hull, Ph.D, J.D, FRHistS, presents "The Forgotten Germans: POW Executions at Fort Leavenworth 1945." The first installment of "A Walk Through Military History," Mark challenges the audience with, "What are your choices when you suspect a traitor in your midst?" Members of the Fort Leavenworth Historical Society are your tour guides for this four-part series scheduled through December.
Afternoon with an Author returns on Sept. 14 at 2 p.m. when your library welcomes local author Yvonne Doll. Doll is the co-author of the newly released "Refined by Fire," the first book in the Guardians of Peace series. Doll, with co-author Ruth VanDyke, follows the fictional lives of four women who enter the male-dominated military in the 1970s. Join Yvonne as she shares her book journey with her community.
At 2 p.m. Sept. 21, Carol Zimmerman of Nova Creations joins your library to present an informational program, Soapmaking as a Cottage Industry. Carol touches on four topics in her program. She discusses her soapmaking journey which chronicles what she has learned along the way. Carol explains why once you understand the chemistry, soapmaking becomes an art. Join this successful local entrepreneur to discover the secrets of soapmaking and how she turned a passion into a business.
In recognition of the State of Kansas Deaf Awareness Week, your library is very proud to host "The American Deaf Culture: A Culturo-Linguistic Minority" on Sept. 24 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Presenter Kim Andersen explores the journey of being deaf with her audience. Sharing life experience and valuable resources, Kim shares the culture of the deaf community. I hope you can join us.
At 2 p.m. Sept. 27, your library once again takes a walk through history when we bring you "Introducing Beatrix Potter." Linda Hartman and Barbara Diment, both retired school librarians, share a biographical sketch and works — 23 little books — of Beatrix Potter. Their program features an extensive look at Potter's life in England, Scotland, and Wales, where the presenters have toured several times to research their topic. Exhibit of collectibles, and handouts are included.
Be sure to check our online calendar at http://leavenworthpubliclibrary.org for more events and programs at your library.
It is our pleasure to be the staff of the Leavenworth Public Library. As always, we look forward to talking books and more with you soon.
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Note: The dough recipe makes enough for two galettes.
Galette dough:
2 cups all-purpose flour
6 ounces unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
About 1/2 cup ice water
1/3 cup sugar
3 tablespoons flour
8 ripe peaches, sliced
Splash of almond extract, optional
Melted butter
2 tablespoons sugar, garnish
1. Combine flour, salt, and sugar in a bowl. Cut the butter into 1/2-inch cubes. Freeze the butter and dry ingredients separately for 30 minutes.
2. In an electric mixer or food processor, briefly mix the dry ingredients together, then add the butter. Mix or pulse until the butter is incorporated but some chunks still remain.
Heirloom varieties of peaches are showing up on menus from California to New York. Enjoy them in your own home :
4. Form the dough into 2 disks; wrap in plastic. Let one disk rest in the refrigerator for at least 45 minutes; freeze the other for later use.
5. Preheat oven to 400 degrees (or 375 degrees, if convection).
6. For the filling, stir flour and sugar together. Gently toss with fruit and almond extract, if using.
7. Roll tart dough into an 11-inch circle. Spoon fruit filling into the pastry. Don't over fill your pastry or your crust will become soggy. Fold the outermost edges of the pastry over onto the fruit to form a 1-inch crust. Brush the edges with melted butter or water and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar.
8. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until edges are light brown and fruit juices are bubbling. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
(Recipe courtesy Becky Courchesne, Frog Hollow Farm)


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Desperate for a sun lounge and a spa? Jane Reddy has the quick fix.
School's back, work's back, the holiday is over. And so is the mental space to daydream, let alone plan a break. For a quick escape, here are six hotels that are destinations in themselves, all less than seven hours from Sydney. Barring flight and traffic delays, you can be unpacked and ensconced by the pool, or the fireplace, before the day is done.
The W Retreat and Spa, Seminyak, Bali
Best for: A chic beach break.
Star feature: Food and drink for all tastes, from Asian to pizza.
Good to know: An all-hours spa includes wet and dry treatment areas, a facial room, uplit massage beds, hair salon and an oxygen enriched room.
A glamorous resort that fronts the beach, the colours of the surrounding jungle and rice paddies are reflected in the 237 retreat rooms and villas of up to three bedrooms. All have terrazzo and floorboards underfoot, 350-thread-count linen and goose-down duvets.
Beside the winding pool there are lounge chairs, double day beds and hand or foot massages on request. A lounge serves live DJ mixes and more than 50 martinis. There's also a private dining room for six or the more social beachside restaurant. Head to the two reflective ponds for a frozen cocktail or a moment of introspection. A Wonderful Garden Room costs from $300 a night, twin share. starwoodhotels.com/whotels.
Matakauri Lodge, Lake Wakatipu, New Zealand
Best for: A mountain break.
Star feature: Views of the Remarkables mountain range.
Good to know: Matakauri is a sister property to The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs and The Farm at Cape Kidnappers, both on the North Island.
Respite from the heady adventures of the region in the South Island - skiing, snowboarding and bungy jumping - is at hand on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. It's 20 minutes from Queenstown Airport and only seven minutes from downtown. Suites have a relaxation area with fireplace, twin vanities, walk-in wardrobe and an XL bath tub. Outside the suite is a heated infinity pool, sauna and jacuzzi.
The spa has two treatment rooms that open to a private deck. Rooms cost from $NZ684 ($555) a person a night; suites $NZ874. All meals, mini-bar and domestic beers are included. matakauri.co.nz.
Dolphin Island, Fiji
Best for: A private escape.
Star feature: A "sleepover" on a hilltop bure with open-air bedroom.
Good to know: It's exclusive-use, with a maximum of eight guests.
Located off the tip of Fiji's main island, Viti Levu, it's a 2½-hour car ride from Nadi International Airport then 20 minutes by boat to the private island. Four guest bures have shell and coral mirrors, stone tiles, a free-standing bath and indoor and outdoor showers.
It's your hideaway, your rules. Eat when and wherever you want; next to the infinity pool or on a lanterned floating pontoon. Papaya facials and massage are on the treatment menu or take a catamaran or sea kayak out for a paddle. One bure costs from about $NZ9000 a night, twin share. All meals and a standard bar are included. thehukaretreats.com.
Otahuna Lodge, Tai Tapu, Christchurch, New Zealand
Best for: A stately break.
Star feature: A five-course degustation menu of local produce with wine pairings.
Good to know: Children over 13 are welcome when the lodge is reserved for exclusive use.
At the start of a secluded valley on New Zealand's South Island and a 25-minute drive from Christchurch International Airport, owners Hall Cannon and Miles Refo will welcome you to the largest private historic residence in New Zealand.
Built in 1895 and once the residence of politician Sir Heaton Rhodes, seven suites with home-grown flowers and a bedside biscuit jar, replenished daily, contain original features. In a library of more than 1000 titles, settle into a leather chair next to the wood fireplace or stroll the 12 hectares with manicured lawns and a garden producing fruits, mushrooms, nuts and vegetables. Suites cost from $NZ1265 a night, twin share. A degustation dinner and breakfast is included. otahuna.co.nz.
Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, Natadola, Fiji
Best for: A family holiday.
Star feature: A family pool separate from an adult infinity pool.
Good to know: In club suites, a butler service, before arrival, to help plan activities during your stay.
Set on Natadola Beach on Viti Levu, the resort is about 45 minutes' drive from Nadi International Airport. Besides an 18-hole championship golf course, there are four swimming pools and four restaurants, including cabana dining with personal waiter on the beach. Don't be put off by the resort's 200-plus rooms. All look to verdant gardens or white-sand beaches; plunge pools feature in some of the 90 suites. There's a kids' club for ages four to 12 and nanny service for under fours. Garden view rooms cost from $F567 ($308) a night, twin share; two-bedroom club suites from $F1792 a night. intercontinental.com/fiji.
Ayana Resort and Spa, Jimbaran Bay, Bali
Best for: A pampering retreat.
Star feature: The Rock Bar, accessed by travelator down the side of a cliff for sunset cocktails.
Good to know: Non-guests are welcome at the Rock Bar but at the travelator queue, guests trump any waiting outsiders.
About 15 minutes from Denpasar International Airport and atop limestone cliffs above the Indian Ocean, Ayana's 290-room hotel also has 78 freestanding villas, each with a round-the-clock butler. The spa complex is as large as its treatment menu long, with steam and sauna rooms as well as an 18-hole golf course and tennis. Popular choices include the bamboo massage and the Aquatonic seawater therapy pool, a 12-station circuit of "fizzy" jet streams to work your way around.
For a secluded treatment, there are two spa villas below the cliff face that can be booked for a private five-course dinner. Rooms cost from $US302 ($290) a night and a one-bed ocean view villa from $US927. ayanaresort.com.


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The Bears have rebooted things by firing veteran defensive- minded head coach Lovie Smith and bringing in an offensive guy, Marc Trestman, to hopefully build a 21st century offense around talented but enigmatic signal-caller Jay Cutler.
First and foremost Chicago needed to upgrade its porous offensive line in front of Cutler and was able to bring in a new left tackle during free agency, ex-Saint Jermon Bushrod. More needs to be done, however, since Lance Louis, who is a pedestrian player and has now moved on to Miami in free agency, was the Bears' best offensive lineman in 2012 before he went down with a torn ACL.
Depth at receiver, specifically a vertical threat, behind All-Pro Brandon Marshall and emerging possession receiver Alshon Jeffery is also a concern.
Defensively, linebacker is the key issue since the Bears have decided to move on from long-time middle linebacker Brian Urlacher, and lost Nick Roach in free agency to the Raiders.
Tight end, however, has become a little less concerning because the team signed Martellus Bennett, an inconsistent player who is coming off a solid year with the New York Giants.
Chicago currently has only five picks in the draft and doesn't have a third- rounder so hitting on its early picks is a necessity. Georgia linebacker Alec Ogletree and Notre Dame mike Manti Te'o are possible options for the Bears with the 20th overall selection.
2012 Record: 10-6
Top Needs: OL, MLB, WR
First Three Picks: No. 20, No. 50, No. 117
Number of Selections: 5 (1, 2, 4, 5, 6)
RECENT FIRST ROUND HISTORY: 2012 - Shea McClellin (DE, Boise State); 2011 - Gabe Carimi (OT, Wisconsin); 2010 - none; 2009 - none; 2008 - Chris Williams (OT, Vanderbilt); 2007 - Greg Olsen (TE, Miami-Florida); 2006 - none; 2005 - Cedric Benson (RB, Texas); 2004 - Tommie Harris (DT, Oklahoma); 2003 - Michael Haynes (DE, Penn State), Rex Grossman (QB, Florida); 2002 - Marc Colombo (OT, Boston College).


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ATLANTA — A low-flying police helicopter searching for a runaway boy hit a power line pole before it plummeted to the ground and exploded, killing both officers on board but leaving those on the ground unharmed.
Federal authorities were investigating what caused the copter to crash into power lines along a busy Atlanta street. Electricity was knocked out to nearby homes and businesses in an area filled with shopping plazas, fast-food restaurants, and a gas station.
The 9-year-old boy was found wandering on a city street a couple of hours after the crash late Saturday night, Officer John Chafee, an Atlanta police spokesman, said Sunday. The boy had run away after being scolded by his mother.
The two officers were identified Sunday as pilot Richard J. Halford, 48, of Lithia Springs, who had been with the department for 26 years, and Shawn A. Smiley, 40, of Lithonia, a tactical flight officer who joined the department two years ago.
Atlanta Police Chief George Turner praised the two officers as public servants who died honorably in the search for the missing boy. Both men were fathers. Smiley had three children under the age of 10.
''Every day, they provided air support for our officers, assisting in major events and searches for suspects and missing persons,'' Turner said in a news release. ''Their value to our citizens and our officers on the street is incalculable.''
The families have asked for privacy, and trust funds have been set up at Wells Fargo bank locations to help them, said Atlanta police spokesman Carlos Campos.
Their deaths shook not only the police force, but the entire city.
''It's sad. It's tragic. . . for someone to lose their lives trying to find a kid, trying to keep another family together,'' Rodney Christian, 22, said as he and more than a dozen others looked at the scene in the early-morning darkness Sunday.
Christian said he thought of his 1-month-old baby. ''It makes me want to rush home and get back to my kid.''
The wreckage of the OH-6A helicopter had already been moved as investigators worked to piece together what happened, said Eric M. Weiss, a spokesman with the National Transportation Safety Board.
Part of the helicopter's landing gear had to be removed from the cables with the help of the power company.
The NTSB investigators were going over maintenance records and had talked to witnesses.
''They saw the aircraft, they heard the aircraft, and then they saw a flash of light when it hit the pole and then it crashed into the roadway,'' investigator Ralph Hicks said.
'It's sad. It's tragic. . . for someone to lose their lives trying to find a kid, trying to keep another family together.'
Records with the Federal Aviation Administration showed the helicopter was a Hughes OH-6A manufactured in 1967. The Hughes has historically been a military workhorse.
Atlanta police referred questions about what caused the crash to federal investigators.
Bystander Darryl James, 42, said he had gone with a companion to a check-cashing store Saturday night when he heard the helicopter flying overhead and thought it was rather low.
''The tail end went down and then there was an explosion,'' James said. He said he tried to get close to the wreckage. ''As soon as I got close enough to it, poom! It exploded.''
James said people are often waiting at a normally busy bus stop near the crash site, adding, ''Thank God nobody was out there.''
After the crash, firetrucks and police cars with lights flashing converged on the area, blocking surrounding roads. Police put up yellow crime-scene tape and kept bystanders so far back they were unable to see the crash site behind a small rise.
Mayor Kasim Reed of Atlanta said he was saddened by the accident. ''We mourn these two brave men and offer our deepest condolences to their families,'' he said.
''Losing an officer is the most difficult thing a police chief can face,'' Turner said. ''Losing two is an unthinkable tragedy.'' Funeral arrangements have not been set.


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Steelers to honor local Purple Heart recipient at game
A capacity home crowd will be cheering Saturday at Heinz Field as the Pittsburgh Steelers host the Baltimore Ravens in a pro football playoff game.But before the action begins on the field, these same fans will be saluting several Purple Heart recipients-- including Leo "Jerry" Geibel of Kane-- in a pre-game ceremony at the stadium."It's a privilege to be part of the Purple Heart ceremony," Geibel said. "I want to thank the Steelers, who made it possible."Geibel, a 2001 graduate of Kane Area High School, was wounded March 20, 2004 while serving near Baghdad, Iraq as a Seabee with Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 74. He is believed to be the first Seabee wounded in Operation Iraqi Freedom.Geibel was on the street inspecting a damaged school building when he was struck in the lower left leg by a rocket-propelled grenade. Geibel, who saw the missile coming but had no time to react, said the grenade "went through my leg" and exploded about 60 meters away. "If it had exploded when it hit me, I'm dead," Geibel said. "If it had hit me just a half inch more to the left, I would have lost the leg."Calling himself "the lucky one," Geibel has undergone 22 surgeries at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, Md. Surgeons saved his leg and Geibel has made a remarkable recovery. He currently works as a corrections officer at the state prison near Marienville.For more information on this story, see the Jan. 13 edition of The Daily Press.


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Whether you're married or in the bloom of a new relationship, a romantic dinner for two is likely at the top of your Valentine's Day to-do list. If crowds and overpriced menus are mood killers, why not create a romantic dining experience in the comfort of your own home? From linens to lighting, we have everything you need to transform your everyday dining space into a romantic restaurant for two.
Dress up the table
"White linens with red accents is elegant and romantic," says Carrie Colton, interior designer with Ottawa's CKY Design Group. Add some texture to your table with a silk or lace tablecloth and add red accents such as red charger plates beneath white dinner plates, red napkins dressed with silver napkin rings, red flowers and, of course, red wine.
While red is the colour of romance, too much of it can be overwhelming and anxiety inducing - not what you want for a romantic evening. "Red is the colour of passion, desire and love, but it is also a symbol of danger, anger and pain," says Colton, who recommends using white as a base colour and mixing in accents of red, pink and silver to create a sophisticated, romantic atmosphere.
Because it is Valentine's Day, flowers are almost a given, but avoid a tall bouquet so you're not straining your neck all night to see your sweetie over the long-stemmed roses. Instead, scatter red rose pedals around the table or collect small bud vases or egg cups and place one red or pink flower in each.
"They can be set up in a heart shape or scattered in and around the dishes," Colton says.
If flower allergies are a concern, place a white candle in a short three-or four-inch vase and fill the bottom with red cinnamon hearts to create a festive centrepiece.
Dim the lights
Lighting is key to setting the stage for romance.
"The lighting should be warm and low," Colton says. Bright overhead lights can be harsh on the eyes and make your date feel tense.
To create a relaxed atmosphere, replace 100and 75-watt light bulbs with soft 40-watt ones. Replacing your regular switch with a dimmer can also give you more control in setting the mood. Turn dimmers down low to create a warm glow and add some candles to illuminate the table.
While taper candles are most often associated with a romantic dinner, opt for a more modern twist by using tea lights in small glass holders. Scatter them around the table to create a soft romantic glow.
Eliminate distractions
Clear the dining room of any unromantic items that can distract from the mood you've created.
If your dining room is also used as the children's homework space or is where you pay your bills, hide all the evidence in a drawer or drape a satin fabric around the room to cover it up.
"Edit the space so that any papers, books or accessories that remind you of anything other than being in the moment with your loved one are put away," Colton says. The last thing you want to discuss during your Valentine's dinner is the bills.
Decorcrazy ... not
"It's important not to go overboard with the hearts, candies and red everything," Colton says. While your local supermarket is full of all sorts of cupids and cute stuffed animals, Colton says these are best left on the shelf.
"The dining area can easily end up looking tacky and juvenile," she says. Elegant, sophisticated decor will create an atmosphere more conducive to romance.
Ambient noise
Set the mood with mellow music to help you both relax. Soft jazz or instrumental is best to set a romantic mood, turning the music low enough so you can talk during the meal.
Dress the part
You may be dining at home, but your sweatpants and favourite hoodie can quickly spoil a romantic mood. You've gone through all the trouble to dress up the table, why not dress yourself up, too?


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Sarah R. (Saillant) Dunnigan
Sarah R. (Saillant) Dunnigan, 96, of Warwick, RI, passed away peacefully at home on May 11, 2013.
She was born in Providence, a daughter of the late Emile and Emily (O'Connor) Saillant.
She is survived by her loving husband of 71 years, John J. Dunnigan; and her children, Mary D'Ambrosio, Maureen Dunnigan and her spouse, Edward Benson, Kate Dunnigan and her spouse, Josh Schurman, John Dunnigan and his spouse, Wendy Wahl. Mrs. Dunnigan leaves three grandchildren, Christopher and Thomas D'Ambrosio, and HannahWahl-Dunnigan, and their families; and one great granddaughter, Rachel D'Ambrosio. She is also survived by her brother, John D. Saillant, of Warwick; and many nephews and nieces. Mrs. Dunnigan was preceded in death by her brothers Richard, Charles, William and Edward, and by her sisters Mary Virginia, Elizabeth and Claire.
Her funeral will be held on Wednesday, May 15, at 9 a.m. from the Barrett & Cotter Funeral Home, 1328 Warwick Avenue, Spring Green, Warwick, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Peter Church, 350 Fair Street, Warwick. Visiting hours are Tuesday 4-7 p.m. Burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society at St. Peter Church.


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|French Conversation Club
Event Type: Adult Program
Age Group(s): Adults, Senior Adults
Date: 11/29/2012
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 3:00 PM
Practice your French in a relaxed settings!Library: Cy-Fair College Branch Library
Location: LRNC 215
Other Information:
Spanish and French Conversation ClubsContact: Lone Star College-CyFair Library Reference Desk
¡A Spanish or French speaking native will facilitate this program.
¡No sign up is necessary. Basic conversational skill in Spanish or French is required.
Some basic Spanish or French is required for participation.
Spanish Schedule:
Mondays: 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. in LRNC 215
Thursdays: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in LRNC 118
French Schedule:
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Contact Number: 281-290-3214
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MAC Heavenly Creature
Available July 5th- August 19th
Let me start off by saying that I LOVE the whole "planet look" of the Mineralize products in this collection. So fun.
So fun, in fact, that MAC needs to create a HUGE collection based on space. Just my thoughts...
Anyway, this collection is anchored by the Mineralize products- Mineralize Skinfinish, Mineralize Eye Shadows, and Mineralize Blush. With some lipsticks, Cremesheen Glass, and random re-promoted skincare products and brushes thrown into the mix. So if you're a fan of Mineralize products (particularly the eye shadows because they are GORGEOUS) then go ahead and get all over this.
Personally, the Mineralize Eye Shadows are not my favorite thing. Not because the quality is bad or anything, but just because I wish they were more pigmented. They are just made to be more sheer. Especially the ones (like in this collection) that are very swirly with several different colors that make up the eye shadow. So when it's all blended, it usually turns into a shade that is nothing like what it looks like. Not that that is a bad thing. I just crave for them to look like the actual shades in the pot. Yes, you can use a (very small) brush and carefully get each color onto your brush. But let's be real, that drives me CRAAAZY. My favorite Mineralize Eye Shadows are the ones that have larger shapes of color within them that you can actually work with separately or the super dark ones that contain very few colors swirled together. Those are just easier to work with and provide the best color payoff in my opinion.
As for the Mineralize blush, I've always been a fan. Just love them. Same with the MSF's. Just love.
Here are the products I received from the collection. There's lots more of the collection to see so be sure to check it out when it's released!
Also, to make things a little easier, I added a little star next to the names of products that are my favorites from the collection.
Mineralize Skinfinish in Star Wonder
(would work best as blush, or layered over blush)
Mineralize Blush in *Supernova
swatch: Star wonder MSF on left, Supernova blush on right
Mineralize Eye Shadows: (l-r) Aurora, Universal Appeal
Cremesheen Glass: (top) Celestial Kiss, (bottom) *Meteoric
Lipstick: (l-r) Cut a Caper, Fire Sign
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Tuesday, 25 December 2012
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All thats fall
Fall Guide Calendar
A quick guide to some of the festivals, celebrations, and other events that make fall special in Springfield and Illinois. Look for additional information in weekly editions of Illinois Times.
Sept. 1-4
Chicago Jazz Festival: Feeling funky? Head north to one of the best jazz festivals in the country. Featuring such world-renowned jazz musicians as pianist John Medeski and the Zawinul Syndicate. Grant Park, Chicago, www.cityofchicago.org/specialevents.
Sept. 1-5
Prairieland Chautauqua: A celebration marking the 175th year of Illinois College, Jacksonville. Featuring food and live music. Community Park and Rammelkamp Chapel, Jacksonville.
Sept. 1-5
62nd National Sweet Corn Festival: Hoopeston's children of the corn have boasted this festival of the cob for more than 60 years. The magic includes music, demolition derbies, and a beauty pageant. Route 1 & West Penn Street, Hoopeston, www.hoopestonjaycees.com/page5.html.
Sept. 1-5
Colchester Labor Day Celebration: This five-day festival stretches throughout the town, with a carnival in the business district, live entertainment in the park, and food and craft vendors along sidewalks all over town. Downtown Colchester, 309-776-4813.
Sept. 2-4
Nauvoo Grape Festival: Wine tasting, custom-auto show, entertainment tent, arts and crafts, flea market, and parade. A free shuttle provides service from the festival grounds to area businesses. Nauvoo State Park, Nauvoo, 217-453-6648.
Sept. 2-4
Springfield Ethnic Festival: Local nonprofit groups share their heritage with a taste of food, music, and cultural activities from their respective native lands. Illinois State Fairgrounds, Ethnic Village, Springfield, 217-629-7871.
Sept. 3
Fine Arts Fair on the Square: The fourth annual art fair boasts more than 40 exhibitors in media including fabric, glass, jewelry, painting, photography, and pottery. Leisure Time barbershop quartet and Suns of Circumstance provide the soundtrack. Route 4, Chatham Town Square, 217-483-4471.
Sept. 3
The Modern Landscape Opening Reception: Juried exhibit includes the work of 34 artists who have explored the impact of human beings on the American terrain. Exhibit closes Nov. 5. Springfield Art Association Gallery of Art, 700 N. Fourth St., Springfield, 217-523-2631, firstname.lastname@example.com.
Sept. 3 & 4
Shawnee Hills Wine Trail Festival: Featuring music by Shady Mix and St. Stephens Blues. Alto Vineyards, Alto Pass, www.altovineyards.net.
Sept. 3-5
Illinois Renaissance Faire: Visit the days of Queen Elizabeth I and delve into the history of the 16th century during this re-creation of the period. Ellsworth Park, Danville, 217-649-4217, www.prairieplayerstheatreacademy.org.
Sep. 3-5
Casey Popcorn Festival: Carnival, crafts, and, of course, popped corn. The festival has a car show, a music stage and from what we hear, all the free popcorn festival-goers can eat. Casey Fairview Park, East Monroe Street, Casey.
Great Godfrey Maze:A Wizard of Oz-themed maze that sprawls 2.4 miles. Oct. 15-31, the merry old land of Oz will be abandoned for spooky Halloween fun in the maze. Glazebrook Park, Godfrey, 800-258-6645 .
Sept. 3-5
32nd Annual Amish Cheese Festival: The good folks of Arthur have planned a celebration replete with a cheese-curling contest, cheese-eating contest, and, well, lots of cheese. Arthur, 800-722-6474.
Sept. 4
Fulton County Arts Council's Children's Art in the Park: Coupled with the third annual Dulcimer Gathering, this festival is music to any art lover's ears. Activities and displays for tiny art lovers. Dickson Mounds, Lewistown, 309-547-3721.
Sept. 5
Labor Day Pops Concert: Free concert featuring the Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra bids farewell to the summer season. Nelson Park Amphitheater, Lake Decatur, 217-424-6318.
Sept. 5-7
Oktoberfest: German bands, brats, polka-pace race, and more. Including fireworks Friday and Saturday. Downtown Havana, www.havanail.net/oktoberfest.
Sept. 9 & 10
Arenzville Burgoo: This century-old small town tradition boasts 1,500 gallons of burgoo, grilled steaks, hamburgers, and all the fixins. Carnival rides, games for the kids, and free music. What the heck is burgoo? A soup made of chicken, beef, and vegetables. Village Park, Arenzville, www.burgoo.org.
Sept. 9-11
Pow-Wow: A weekend of competitive and social dancing by American Indians from across the country. Traders' booths and refreshment stands. Cahokia Mounds, Collinsville, www.cahokiamounds.com.
Sept. 9-11
Pekin Marigold Festival: A family festival in honor of the late Everett Dirksen, a longtime member of Congress who loved marigolds. Features more than 350 booths. Mineral Springs Park, Pekin, 309-346-2106, www.pekin.net.
Sept. 9-11
Greene County Days: Celebrate all things Greene with a countywide festival. Food, crafts, barn tours, yard sales, music, parades, pageants, and car shows. Greene County, 217-589-5251.
Sept. 9-11
35th Annual Broomcorn Festival: Who knew that sweeping could be so competitive? The Broomcorn Festival's weekend events include a sweeping contest, an antique-tractor display, a broom tent, arts-and-crafts booths, and a flea market. Downtown Arcola, www.arcola-il.org
Sept. 9-Oct. 31
Great Pumpkin Patch: Pick your own pumpkins or just take a gander at the Wall o' Squash and the display "A to Z of Squash." Near Arthur, 217-543-2394.
Sept. 9-11
Golden Fall Festival: This charming small-town festival in the heart of Golden (near Quincy) has food, vendor booths and, this year's highlight, professional bull riding on the first night. Throughout Golden.
Sept. 10
Brinkerhoff Home Fall Arts & Crafts Fair: Arts-and-crafts booths, silent auction, country kitchen, tours of the Brinkerhoff Home, and more. Brinkerhoff Home, 1500 N. Fifth St., Springfield, 217-529-8227.
Sept. 10
Jam Fest: Hosted by the Friends of Nelson Center, this annual fest is a fundraiser for a second sheet of ice at the center's skating rink. With bands in the evening and children's activities during the day, this one's for the whole family. Nelson Center, Lincoln Park, Springfield.
Sept. 10
Third Annual Afternoon of Earthly Delights: Hay-wagon tour of the Baugher Hill Prairie and Savanna, followed by lunch and a silent action of earth-friendly goods and fine arts. Hosted by Friends of the Sangamon Valley. Hill Prairie Winery, Rte. 97, Oakford, www.fosv.org.
Sept. 10 & 11
Fall Indian Art Show: Fine art works on display and for sale created by American Indians. Interpretive Center, Cahokia Mounds, Collinsville, www.cahokiamounds.com.
Sept. 10 & 11
Springfield Ballet Company's Rockballet : Who says rock music and ballet don't mix? Watch SBC perform an energetic recital to the tunes of rock giants Queen. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, Springfield, 217-206-6160.
Sept. 10 & 11
29th Annual Cedarhurst Craft Fair: A weekend of entertainment and fun for a good cause. Slurp down a lemon shake-up or munch on roasted sweet corn; some proceeds go to civic, church, and other nonprofit organizations. Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, Mount Vernon, 618-242-1236.
Sept. 10 & 11
Prairie Celebration: Join woodworkers, tailors, blacksmiths, and artisans to learn their crafts; while you're at it, enjoy the Irish folk music, wagon rides, and reptile programs in this celebration of the prairie. Rock Springs Center, Decatur, 217-423-7708.
Sept. 10 & 11
The Whip "Bigger Stick" Fall Festival: Music festival packin' so much rockabilly and alternative acoustic that your head will spin. Lineup includes the Tommy Castro Band, Ronnie Baker Brooks, Monte Montgomery, Robbie Fulks, and the Bottle Rockets. Mustang Sally's, Route 150, Leroy, 309-928-9876, wwhp.com.
Sept. 11
Traditional-Music Festival: A showcase of traditional 19th-century music and dancing throughout the pioneer village. Lincoln's New Salem, 632-4000, www.lincolnsnewsalem.com
Sep. 11
Green Acres Farm Grand Opening Festival: Festivities include lawnmower races, a firefighter relay challenge, a craft fair, inflatable attractions, a 12-acre corn maze, hayrides, and a you-pick pumpkin patch. 16339 Springfield Rd., Pekin, 866-FUN-MAZE, cornmaze.com.
Sept. 13
Central Illinois Beer Tasting & Chili Cookoff Championship: More than 150 beers from special import houses and microbreweries available. Chili samples available, too. Lincoln Square, Urbana, 217-344-3872.
Sept. 14-16
Chicago's Berghoff Oktoberfest: The Berghoff Restaurant in Chicago pulls out all the stops for this German-themed festival. Adams & Dearborn Streets, Chicago, 312-427-3170, www.berghoff.com.
Sept. 14-17
Morton Pumpkin Festival: Weekend of family entertainment includes a parade, carnival rides, merchants' tents, and, of course, lots of pumpkins. Downtown Morton, 309-263-2491.
Sept. 15-17
Atlanta Fall Festival: Parade, carnival, plenty of food, and a pie-baking contest. Throughout Atlanta, 217-648-2351.
Sept. 17
Loco-Motion Cruise-In: Antique, classic, and custom cars cruise in for display. Museum open house. Chatham Railroad Museum, 100 N. State St., Chatham, 217-483-7792.
Sept. 17
Fourth Annual Monticello Celebration: Annual celebration offers a pet parade, arts-and-crafts vendors, and the "Taste of Monticello." Look for the Tag Sale — an upscale rummage sale with resale items of the highest quality. Main Street, Monticello.
Sept. 17
Chatham Community Bazaar: Our friendly neighbor to the south hosts a bazaar featuring antiques, garage-sale items, a dunk tank, entertainment, and food. Chatham Village Park on the Square, Chatham.
Sept. 17 & 18
Route 66 Film Festival: Meet filmmakers and celebrate films you won't see at your neighborhood multiplex. Contest winners and feature films of all lengths and genres will be on hand from around the world. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., Springfield, www.route66filmfestival.org.
Sept. 17 & 18
Sacred Harp State Singing Convention: A weekend of sacred songs, hymns, odes, and anthems. Old State Capitol, Springfield, 217-793-0024.
Sept. 17 & 18
Ninth Annual Celtic Fest: Put on your kilt and head north for Chicago's Celtic Fest. This year's performers include the Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra, the Chicago Rovers, the Different Drums of Ireland, and the Trinity Irish Dancers. Grant Park, Columbus & Jackson, Chicago, 312-744-3370.
Sept. 17 & 18
Edwards Place Fine Arts Fair: More than 70 artists from across the country will be on hand to display fine arts and crafts at this 17th annual fair. Artist demonstrations, live music and free tours of Edwards Place are part of the festivities. Springfield Art Association's library holds a used-book sale in conjunction with the fair. Springfield Art Association, 700 N. Fourth St., Springfield, 217-523-2631.
Sept. 17-Oct. 10
Prairie Festival: An educational display focusing on all things prairie — from different varieties of plants found in the region to the importance of natural ecosystems. For all ages. Washington Park Botanical Garden, 1740 W. Fayette, Springfield, 217- 753-6228.
Sept. 19
U.S. Constitution Day Forum: Panel discussion titled "Politics, the Constitution and Supreme Court Appointments" features keynote speaker Professor Martin Redish of Northwestern University's law school, plus U.S. District Judge Jeanne Scott and University of Illinois at Springfield Dean Pinky Wassenberg. Brookens Auditorium, UIS, Springfield, 217-206-6576.
Sept. 23 & 24
Next-to-New Sale: Attention bargain hunters and vintage vixens! Hosted by the Junior League of Springfield, all clothes are $1, except for the cream of the crop and household items. Illinois Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, 217-787-7802.
Sept. 23 & 24
The Cabin Concerts presents Rickie Simpkins & Wyatt Rice: Two nationally recognized bluegrass musicians play an energetic set featuring traditional duets and original compositions at the intimate setting of the Cabin. 6495 Lehmann Rd., Pleasant Plains, www.thecabinconcerts.com.
Sept. 23-25
Little Flower Fall Festival: Weekend-long festival features plenty of food, live music, dancing, a pumpkin-decorating contest, face-painting, and live and silent auctions. Little Flower Parish Center, 800 Stevenson Dr., Springfield, www.little-flower.org.
Sept. 23-25
Steam Show & Fall Festival Days: Threshing, tractor pulls, and baling, oh my. Experience all things country at the show, including the music of Freight Train Mike. Corner of Lincoln & Michigan., South Jacksonville, www.jacksonvilleil.org/prairieland.
Sept. 24 & 25
Johnny Appleseed's Birthday Party: He's a staggering 230 this year, so come party down with the apple man himself, have some birthday cake, and ride wagons out to the orchard to pick — what else? — apples. Eckert Farms, Millstadt, Grafton, and Belleville, 618-233-0513.
Sept. 24
Corn Day Celebration: Everything corn, including a corn king and queen contest, family activities, contests, and food. Downtown Vandalia, www.vandaliaillinois.com.
Sept. 24 & 25
Brooms Orchard Apple Festival: Whether it's Golden Delicious, Jonathan, or Red Delicious apples you fancy, Brooms Orchard has a little something for everyone. Sip an icy cider slush or crunch on a juicy caramel apple at this annual favorite festival. Broom's Orchard, 12803 Broom Rd., Carlinville.
Sept. 24 & 25
Peoria Art Guild 43rd Annual Fine Art Fair: This fine-art fair, which draws more than 40,000 visitors, is one Illinois art show you shouldn't miss. One hundred fifty artists from 29 states exhibit original works, and musicians perform free hourly jazz shows. Peoria Riverfront, 309-637-2787, www.peoriaartguild.org.
Sept. 25
Enos Park 100th Anniversary: Music in the Park's final performance for the year, "Jazz and Blues," celebrates the Enos Park centennial. Performers include Real Time, the Mighty Mudbugs, and Tempus Fugitive. Enos Park, Springfield, www.springfieldpark.org.
Sept. 24-Oct. 31
Didier Farms Pumpkinfest: Take a tractor-drawn hayride to the 20 acres of pumpkins and the 5-acre corn maze. Prairie View, 847-634-3291, www.didierfarms.com.
Sept. 25
Fur, Feather, Fin Fall Fling: The Henson Robinson Zoo hosts a free day featuring carnival games. Henson Robinson Zoo, 1100 E. Lake Dr., Springfield, 217-753-6217.
Sept. 25
Celebration of Children's Art Festival: Kids create art projects and experience visual art, music, dance, and theater performances by youth arts organizations and young artists at this event. Sponsored by the Springfield Area Arts Council. Lincoln Park, 1601 N. Fifth St., Springfield, 217-753-3519.
Sept.30-Oct. 2
Barry Apple Festival: Enjoy apple treats, a parade, bands, crafts, and food. Downtown Barry, 217-285-2971.
Sept. 29-Oct.2
Wall-to-Wall-Guitar Festival: The Krannert Center takes a weekend to celebrate the guitar with performances by some of its most famous players, including Taj Mahal, Daniel Lanois, and Dan Zanes. Krannert Center, Urbana, www.krannertcenter.com.
Sept. 30
Dance-and-Drum Presentation: In conjunction with the ongoing 50 Years of Powwow exhibit, members of Chicago's American Indian Center will present an authentic drum-and-dance circle. Illinois State Museum, 502 S. Spring St., Springfield, 217-782-7386.
Sept. 30, Oct. 1 & 2
International Route 66 Mother Road Festival: The annual street festival features a car show of approximately 1,000 vehicles and two stages of live entertainment. Downtown Springfield, www.route66fest.com.
Oct. 1 & 2
Taylorville Chillifest: The chili cookoff is the main attraction, but don't forget about the Christian County beautiful-baby contest and the cutest-pet contest. South side of Taylorville Square, Taylorville, 217-824-3395.
Oct 1 & 2
Annual Gem, Mineral, and Fossil Show: The largest show of its kind in downstate Illinois, this show really rocks, with a 6-foot skull of a "super croc" on display and jewels, gemstones, and fossils to boot. This year's theme is "Super Croc and Lincoln in the Rock." Illinois Building, State Fairgrounds, Springfield.
Oct. 1, 2, 8 & 9
Spoon River Scenic Drive: Rendezvous at Spoon River: Get ready to rough it with members of the Mackinaw Valley Longrifles Association on this trip to a primitive encampment representing the French-colonial period of Illinois. Demonstrations of wooden-spoon carving, outdoor cooking methods, and ax-throwing. Dickson Mounds, Lewistown, 309-547-3721.
Oct. 1, 2, 8 & 9
Fall Festival of Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive: Along approximately 100 miles of scenic Fulton County, 15 towns participate in this festival, which features arts, crafts, entertainment, and food. Throughout Fulton County, www.spoonriverdrive.org.
Oct. 2
An Evening with Bill Cosby: Funnyman Bill Cosby will presents his sensible brand of comedy twice in one day. Sangamon Auditorium, UIS, Springfield, 217-206-6160, www.sangamonauditorium.org.
Oct. 1 & 2
Galesburg Scarecrow Festival: Shake a tail feather with the acoustic and country bands, enjoy the pumpkin-painting booths, and choose your favorite straw man in the scarecrow contests. Standish Park Arboretum, Galesburg, 309-343-2485.
Oct. 6
Downtown After 5: An Evening at Maldaner's: The sixth annual auction and fundraiser benefits Rutledge Youth, a charity for abused and neglected youth in Sangamon County. The live and silent auction includes unique gifts and hotel and sports packages. Maldaner's, 222 S. Sixth St., Springfield, 217-525-7757.
Oct. 7
The Network Presents Expressions in the Dark: Open-mic night showcases some of the best local, regional, and national musicians, poets, hip-hop artists, and comedians. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., www.thenetwrk.org.
Oct. 7 & 8
Oktoberfest: Presented by the Springfield German-American Club, this festival includes German food, beer, and bands, as well as prize drawings. Exposition Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds, www.gac-springfield.org.
Oct. 7 & 8
Candlelight Tour of New Salem: Tour the pioneer village in the dark, guided by hosts dressed in period clothing for a trip back to the time when Abraham Lincoln was a resident of New Salem. Lincoln's New Salem, 217-632-4000, www.lincolnsnewsalem.com.
Oct. 8
Fall Colors Family Day: Get into the Halloween spirit with a marshmallow roast, haunted hayrack rides, a children's candy hunt, and more. Comlara Park, Rural Hudson, Bloomington, 309-726-2022.
Oct. 8 & 9
Indian Summer Festival: The scenic fall colors of the beautiful Memorial Garden complement a day of games, music, and crafts. Lincoln Memorial Garden and Nature Center, 2301 E. Lake Shore Dr., Springfield, 217-529-1111.
Oct. 8 & 9
Broom's Orchard Pumpkin Festival: Weekend festival and you-pick pumpkins. Broom's Orchard, 12803 Broom Rd., Carlinville.
Oct. 8 & 9
Fall Color Fest: Head down to the Shawnee National Forest region for music and award-winning wines, with the changing colors of fall as your backdrop. Alto Pass Winery & Vineyard, Alto Pass, www.altovineyards.net.
Oct. 13
Lincoln Legacy Lecture Series: "Lincoln's Declaration of Economic Dependence," presented by Dr. Allen C. Guelzo, director of Civil War-era studies and the Henry R. Luce Professor of the Civil War Era at Gettysburg College. Brookens Auditorium, UIS, Springfield, 217-206-6576.
Oct. 14 & 15
Porcelain Art Show & Exhibit: Beautiful handmade porcelain gifts and demonstrations by the artists. Days Inn, Route 150 & S. Lake Storey Rd., Galesburg, 309-343-2485.
Oct. 14 & 15
The Cabin Concerts presents Michael Reno Harrell: Jack-of-all trades incorporates songs, storytelling, and witty banter into an exciting, upbeat stage show. 6495 Lehmann Rd., Pleasant Plains, www.thecabinconcerts.com.
Oct. 14-16
Early Tindusters Fall Color Run: Rev up your engines for a street-rod show for cars built in 1948 or earlier. Downtown Quincy and Moorman Park, Quincy, 217- 964-2426.
Oct. 14-16 & 21-23
Little Theatre on the Square presents Late Nite Catechism : Catechism classes led by Sister in the hit comedy by Vicki Quade and Maripat Donovan. The Sister teaches an adult-catechism class to a roomful of students — the audience. Little Theatre on the Square, Sullivan, www.thelittletheatre.org.
Oct. 15 & 16
Pike County Fall Color Drive: Take a scenic drive through Pike County. Local roadside stands selling produce and baked goods will be set up along the route. Pike County, 285-2971, www.pikeil.org.
Oct. 15
Marbold Farmstead Fall Festival: Pick your own pumpkin and watch (or participate in) the apple-pie contest at this 155-year-old farm. State Route 29 S., Greenview.
Oct. 15
Jerome Fourth Annual Craft Sale: This craft sale offers handcrafted goods made mostly by village residents, with some outside crafters' creations as well. Jerome Civic Center, 2901 Leonard St., Jerome, 217-546-2203.
Oct. 15 & 16
Stitching Stars Quilt Show: The Illini Country Stitchers Guild of Champaign hosts this quilt show, at which more than 200 quilted items will be displayed. Linden Banquet Hall, 224 W. Wheat, Rantoul, www.prairienet.org/quilts.
Oct. 16
Horseshoe Cookoff: Local restaurants will dish out their best and most inventive recipes, and a panel of celebrity judges will vote for the best horseshoe. Contest categories include best sauce, most original horseshoe, best french fries, and best overall presentation. Illinois Department of Transportation Atrium, 2300 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, www.springfieldparksfoundation.org.
Oct. 20
Lincoln Legacy Lecture Series: "Lincoln's Whigs: Expanding Economic Opportunities," presented by Dr. Michael F. Holt, Langbourne M. Williams Professor of History at the University of Virginia. Brookens Auditorium, UIS, Springfield, 217-206-6576.
Oct. 21-23 & 28-30
Wildlife Scary Park: Take the kids on a hair-raising train ride through the Haunted Forest and trick-or-treat for goodies. Wildlife Prairie State Park, 3826 N. Taylor Rd., Hanna City, 309-676-0998 .
Oct. 22 & 23
Punkin Chunkin' Festival: For all things "punkin," visit Green Acres Farm and this rural Pekin fair boasting a 12-acre corn maze, hayrack rides, and you-pick pumpkins. 16339 Springfield Rd., Rural Pekin, cornfieldmaze.com.
Oct. 22, 23, 28, 29 & 30
Ride the Halloween Train: All-ages train ride takes the brave through Camp Creek Hollow and makes a stop at Cemetery Road. Check out the Haunted Boxcar, but be warned: It's not for the faint of heart. Monticello Railway Museum, Monticello, www.mrym.org.
Oct. 23
Oktoberfest: Annual dinner of pork chops and sauerkraut. Golden Windmill, 902 Prairie Mills Rd., Golden, 217-696-2360.
Oct. 24-Nov. 20
Chrysanthemum Festival: Mums on display. Washington Park Botanical Garden, Springfield, 217-753-6228.
Oct. 26
Lincoln Legacy Lecture Series: "Lincoln and the Right to Rise," presented by Dr. Gabor S. Boritt, professor of history and director of the Civil War Institute at Gettysburg College. Brookens Auditorium, UIS, Springfield, 217-206-6576.
Oct. 27 & 28
Conference on Illinois History: Features traditional academic papers, local-history studies, teacher workshops, and roundtable discussions. A full list of sessions is posted on the Web site. Prairie Capital Convention Center, 217-785-7933, Springfield, www.illinois-history.gov/conference.htm.
Oct. 29
Harvest Celebration at the Old Capital Farmers' Market: Bring in the harvest with a costume parade, crafts, live music, and, of course, some of the best produce in Illinois. Old Capitol Building, Springfield, 217-544-1723, www.downtownspringfield.org.
Oct. 28-30
Halloween Dreams: A 30-song musical revue of all things Halloween. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., Springfield, 217-523-2787.
Oct. 29
Halloween in Boootiful Nauvoo: Festivities include a lighted pumpkin walk, a haunted house, music, and a parade. Parade starts at Nauvoo Elementary School, Young Street, Nauvoo, 217-453-6648.
Oct. 29
Eighth Annual Halloween Party: A safe alternative to trick-or-treating and a costume parade are being offered to Jerome residents and their children. Jerome Civic Center, 2901 Leonard St., Jerome, 217-546-2203.
Oct. 30
28th Annual International Festival: Celebrate multiculturalism with an evening of dancing, skits, and musical performances from around the globe. Studio Theater, UIS, Springfield, 217-206-6678.
Nov. 4
The Network presents Expressions in the Dark: Open-mic night showcases some of the best local, regional, and national spoken-word poets, musicians, hip-hop artists, and comedians. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., www.thenetwrk.org.
Nov. 4 & 5
The Cabin Concerts presents the Claire Lynch Band: As the air starts to get colder, let this band's blistering set of contemporary and tradition music keep you warm. 6495 Lehmann Rd., Pleasant Plains, www.thecabinconcerts.com.
Nov. 4-6
13th Annual Holiday in the Village Fine-Crafts Sale: Twenty-seven artists from nine states will be on hand to display jewelry, pottery, textiles, woodcarving, painted silk, handmade purses, blown glass, and more. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth St., Springfield, 217-546-0769.
Nov. 5
The Place of the Arts: The last Prairie Art Alliance exhibit of the year explores the importance of art in society through interpretations by featured artists Joan Gardner and Chery Miller. Exhibit ends Dec. 22. Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 S. Sixth, Springfield, www.prairieart.org.
Nov. 10-Dec. 25
Holiday Treasures Exhibition and Sale: Hosted by the McLean County Arts Center, this fine-arts event, now in its 30th year, showcases more than 100 locally and nationally recognized artists. The gala opening features music, hors d'oeuvres and plenty of vino. 601 N. East St., Bloomington, 308-829-0011, www.mcac.org.
Nov. 11-13
Greater Downstate Indoor Bluegrass Music Festival: Live music by the Dillards, Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver, and the Dry Branch Fire Squad, among others. Crowne Plaza Hotel, Springfield, 217-243-3159, www.bluegrassmidwest.com.
Nov. 11-13 & 18-20
Little Theatre on the Square presents Rave On! A Revue of the Music of Buddy Holly: Billy McGuigan plays musical legend Buddy Holly. Little Theatre on the Square, Sullivan, www.littletheatre.org.


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Alan Tate's testimonial match against Manchester United postponed
Alan Tate's testimonial match between Swansea and Manchester United has been postponed.
Last Updated: 20/06/13 12:48pm
The game was due to take place on Tuesday, August 13, and will be rescheduled for a later date.
The scheduled date was just four days before the opening weekend of the Premier League season, which United will start with a trip to Swansea in David Moyes' first game in charge.
Tate started his career at Old Trafford but joined Swansea for the first of two loan spells in 2002, before making the move permanent in 2004.
The 30-year-old is one of a select band of players, along with Garry Monk and Leon Britton, to represent the club in all four divisions.


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IT might be known as Organs of the Ballarat Goldfields, but there is far more to the 10-day festival than just organs.
Preparations are already under way for next year's festival, with founder and director Sergio de Pieri recently arriving in Ballarat from Venice.
Over 10 action-packed days in January, the 18th OBG festival will feature 23 different concerts based around classical music.
Featuring everything from cello to vocalists, and of course the staple organs, next year's event promises to be the biggest and best yet.
About 300 people attended each concert on average last year, adding up to about 6000 people overall.
Mr de Pieri said the festival was as much a cultural event as much as it was a celebration of organs.
As well as directing the festival, he will wear his chef's hat throughout the festival to cook for a number of musicians and their families.
"It's the only festival of its sort in Australia and nearly the only of its kind in the world," said Mr de Pieri.
"Even a lot of Australian festivals go for two or three days. This is a real festival that lasts for 10 days."
Performers from Italy, Spain, Belgium, France, America and Guatamala are expected to perform alongside some of Australia's finest musicians.
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Kinky Koily Sistahs presents an AU Naturel Holistic workshop with a licensed stylist and herbal specialist. Get advice on your hair and body, and participate in a product swap (donate your gently used products). Win prizes and see demos! Register by March 3rd. (All Ages)
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Brittany Connor
Coastal Puts 27 on Big South Outdoor Track & Field All-Decade Teams
17 Women, Nine Men and Head Coach Alan Connie Represent CCU on the All-Decade Teams
**2010: NCAA East Regional Qualifer for hammer throw and discuss... Name Big South Field Performer of the Year...2009: NCAA East Regional Qualifier in discus... Big South Champion in discus... All-Big South in discus, shot put and hammer throw... 2008: All-Big South in discus, hammer.
2011 Outdoor: Did not compete.
2011 Indoor: Did not compete.
2010 Outdoor: Qualified for NCAA 1st and 2nd round in hammer throw and discus...Named Big South Field Performer of the Year... Finished sixth in discus and fifth in hammer throw at Georgia Tech... Won both events at the Duke Twilight... Finished third in hammer throw and second in the discus at Coach O Invite... Won both shot put and discus and placed third in the hammer throw at Big South Conference Championships... Season-best distances were 178'10" for the hammer throw, 155'9" in the discus and 42'5.25" in the shot put... Placed first in the discus at Joe Hilton Carolina Fast Time... Had the longest throw in the hammer at Asics/Winthrop Carolina's Cup... Finished tenth in the hammer throw at Florida Relays... Placed third in the discus and fifth in the hammer throw at Weems Baskin... Finished eighth in the discus throw at Shamrock Invitational... Won the discus, placed second in the hammer throw and placed fourth in the shot put at CCU Invite... Won the hammer throw and the discus at Battle of the Beaches.
2010 Indoor: Threw 39'9.75" to earn fourth in shot put and placed seventh in weight throw with a throw of 48'1.75" at Big South Indoor Championship... Threw 14.09m in weight throw and 12.33m in shot put at Tiger Paw Invite... Threw 38'0.75" in shot put and 48'0.50" in weight throw at Sykes-Sabock Challenge Cup.
2009 Outdoor: Had a season best in the discus of 152'5" at the Tar Heel and Aggie Classic, which is sixth on Coastal Carolina all-time list... Earned All-Big South honors with second-place finish at Big South Championships in the shot put and had a personal best of 43'0.25"... Placed second in the hammer throw, earning her third All-Conference honor... Had a personal best in the hammer throw of 168'2" at the Tar Heel and Aggie Classic.
2009 Indoor: All-Big South in shot put with second-place finish at Big South Championships... Had a season best of 40'11"... Finished fifth at Big South Championships in weight throw with a season best of 46'6.25".
2008 Outdoor: Competed at the 2008 Junior Nationals in the hammer throw... Ranks sixth in school history with a 40'8.75" toss in the shot put and seventh in the discus at 140'4"...Placed second at the Big South Championships in the hammer with a throw of 155'0"... Had regular-season best throw of 156'2"... Had third-place finish in the discus at the Big South Championships... Took home three first-place finishes at the Chanticleer Classic in the shot put, discus and hammer... Placed in the top-10 in the shot put at the Shamrock Invitational (eighth) and the Big South Championship (sixth)... Earned three top-five finishes in the discus at the Coastal Carolina Invitational, along with the Chanticleer Classic and Big South Championships... Earned three top-five marks in the hammer throw in the Asics/Winthrop Invitational (second), Big South Championship (second) and Chanticleer Classic (first).
2008 Indoor: Finished fourth in weight throw at the Big South Championships with a season best throw of 50'11"... Took seventh at the Championships in the weight throw with a season-best toss of 39'3"... Won the Dick Taylor UNC Relays with a throw of 39'3" in the shot put... Took home a pair of top-10 finishes in the weight throw at the Dick Taylor Relays and the Texas Roadhouse Carolina Classic.
High School: Four-time letterwinner in track and field... State Class 2A Champion senior year in discus... All-State selection in the discus her senior year... Four-time All-Region III AA in the discus and three-time All-Region honors in the shot put... Female Field Athlete of the Year her freshman, sophomore and junior seasons... Track and Field MVP as a senior... Was also a four-year letterwinner in basketball... Garnered All-Region honors for basketball as a junior and senior... Recipient of the Coaches' Award for basketball as a junior... MVP and All-State selection for basketball as a senior... Three-time letterwinner in volleyball... All-Region in volleyball as a junior and senior... Selected as the MVP for volleyball as a junior and senior.
Personal: Full Name: Brittany Reneah Connor... Daughter of Patrick and Betty Connor... Computer science major.


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Johnson Controls exceeds 18 million AGM batteries
Technology helps to establish European Start-Stop vehicle market with U.S. adoption on the way
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Jan. 14, 2013 06:30 AM
DETROIT, Jan. 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Controls, Inc., today announced it has sold more than 18 million Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) batteries since the technology launched in 2001, topping 4.5 million annually in Europe.
AGM is the most advanced lead-acid battery and is ideal for Start-Stop systems, which help improve fuel economy in vehicles by 5 to 10 percent.
Over the next five years, Start-Stop vehicles with Johnson Controls' AGM batteries will reduce CO2 emissions by 12.6 million tons and save more than 1.2 billion gallons of fuel.
"As the world's leading supplier of AGM batteries, Johnson Controls is committed to supplying our customers with the most advanced technology," said Ray Shemanski, vice president and general manager of the Original Equipment Group for Johnson Controls Power Solutions. "Our AGM batteries have longer life and provide outstanding performance for vehicles with the most sophisticated power demands, including Start-Stop applications."
Start-Stop vehicle technology has taken off in Europe, with more than 70 percent of the new car build expected to include Start-Stop by 2017, and the global Start-Stop market for new vehicles reaching 35 million annually in that same timeframe. According to recent consumer research commissioned by Johnson Controls, 90 percent of Start-Stop vehicle owners in Europe say they are very satisfied and likely to purchase such a vehicle again.
"Start-Stop vehicles represent a major step forward in the mass commercialization of more energy efficient vehicles," said Shemanski. "To support this growth, Johnson Controls is investing $520 million globally to increase AGM production capacity to support production programs in the U.S., Europe and China."
In addition to producing AGM batteries for global automakers, Johnson Controls supplies the European Aftermarket through its VARTA® brand. Boasting three times the cycling durability of a conventional technology battery, and able to deliver an unprecedented energy throughput even in the most demanding conditions, the VARTA® AGM battery outperforms all others offering a significantly increased service life.
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International experts discuss the use of small satellites at a symposium in Berlin
The International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) is holding the 6th IAA Symposium on Small Satellites for Earth Observation from 23 to 26 April 2007 in Berlin. The conference is organised and sponsored by the German Aerospace Center (DLR), which is also hosting the event.
Some 150 experts and engineers from 24 countries will present and discuss both proven and new uses for small satellites. The individual workgroups will also discuss the development of integrated applications for aeronautics. This involves combining the data collated from Earth's orbit with that taken on the ground, to produce a synergistic effect in the overall evaluation of the data. For the third time, there will also be a student conference which will entail in-depth presentations and discussions.For many years, the IAA symposium has served as a successful forum where experts, engineers and managers can exchange information. The forums provide an arena not only for voicing ideas and problems about small satellites but also for raising technological and management aspects.
Technology in Earth orbit - small satellite BIRD detects forest fires
A concrete example of the uses of small satellites is that of BIRD (Bispectral Infra-Red Detection), a small satellite launched in October 2001, and developed and built by DLR. This small satellite demonstrated for the first time that we can detect the full extent of forest fires and the resulting flame temperatures from orbit. The scientific objective of this project also embraces the accurate observation of volcano activity as well as cloud and vegetation analyses.Furthermore, the launch of the first satellite from the RapidEye fleet is scheduled for 2007. A public-private partnership, this project aims to provide an observational study of the Earth. There are ongoing plans to put Tetrahedral Explorer Technologies (TET) into orbit. Similar to a small satellite, this platform will test hardware in the space environment. The project will be co-led by DLR and the Astro- und Feinwerktechnik Adlershof company in Berlin-Adlershof.


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Website offers incentive to advertisers, cash for schools
Tim and Cathy Shalvey may not live in Rhode Island anymore, but that doesn't mean they can't help raise money for local schools. Through a website the pair developed called MySchoolSwap.com, the Shalveys can help schools not just in Rhode Island, but around the country, all from the comfort of their new home in Gainesville, Va.
MySchoolSwap.com, a brand new, classified advertisement website with a twist, aims to give advertisers great exposure while putting cash in schools' coffers.
Cathy Shalvey said she drew her inspiration from being a parent and active volunteer in her community.
"I thought it would be great to have a communication tool that could reach school communities and have schools reach outside their own school for fundraisers," she said.
Shalvey, noting the growing popularity of sites like Ebay, Craig's List and Etsy, decided to brainstorm her own website. She realized that the millions of ads posted on those sites could be redirected elsewhere, and for a good cause, namely education.
"Some of those [millions of] people have to be connected to schools either through their kids or because it's their alma mater," she said. "So what if a percentage went to the schools?"
And that's where the idea for MySchoolSwap.com came from.
It took a year-and-a-half to conceptualize and create the website, which was designed in part by Shalvey and developed by Blue Key, Inc.
The site did a soft launch in January, and had the official launch in April. Since then, Shalvey said things have been steadily picking up.
On MySchoolSwap, people can purchase credits for advertisements on the site. Each basic advertisement is $1, and each credit is $1. Each ad runs for one month. Half of an advertiser's total purchase goes to the school of their choosing. Shalvey said it's a great way to get advertisers to the site, not only so they can support schools, but also to increase their visibility from the school community.
"It's great for tutors, dance studios or even realtors," she said.
And for the schools, it's a win-win.
Schools and community groups can advertise fundraisers and events for free on the site.
"We encourage people to use it as a community forum," said Shalvey.
Shalvey said MySchoolSwap is different from other classified ad websites in that it's very community-oriented and doesn't include personal ads or discussion boards.
"It makes it familiar for people," she said. "It's a school and family type environment. Safety and security are our priorities."
The MySchoolSwap database currently has 134,000 schools, so although it's based in Virginia, Shalvey said donating to a local institution won't be a problem. People can also add schools to the database.
Shalvey said she's not sure how many users and viewers the site has had but knows there are 125 members. Last month they sent out their first batch of checks to seven schools, six in Virginia and one in Vermont.
The grand total of the seven checks was $232.
The money raised is sent out every four months, and schools must earn at least $20 before they receive their first check.
The checks are mailed directly to the school unless otherwise specified.
So far, most of the users have been from Shalvey's home state of Virginia. Both Cathy and Tim Shalvey are originally from New England; Cathy having grown up in Fall River and Tim in Warwick, where he attended Pilgrim High School. The pair spent some time living in Cranston before moving to Virginia for Tim's job. Despite their local ties, there are no Rhode Islanders on MySchoolSwap just yet.
Shalvey said she is producing materials to distribute to schools so they can promote MySchoolSwap in order to fundraise for their school.
"We hope in five years' time if just 10 percent of those [134,000] schools in the database post an ad, that becomes 13,000 schools. That's a lot," she said.
She went on to say that if each school has an average of 50 supporters who buy $10 in credits, that would bring $3.25 million to supported schools. It's a long way away from $232, but Shalvey is hopeful it will happen.


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The curb can be a confusing place at Logan Airport. Where is my friend supposed to pick me up? Which way is the Silver Line? Why can't I find a cab?
Logan officials are trying to help bewildered passengers navigate the airport by reconfiguring the transportation options on the arrivals level of each terminal.
Bus, taxi, and passenger pickup areas are being relocated and marked with new color-coded signs, and digital countdown clocks showing bus arrival times are being added.
One shuttle will pick up all rental car customers.
And at Terminal B, part of the first-floor parking garage will be converted into a cab stand to help alleviate long waits for American Airlines and US Airways passengers, who fly into that terminal.
The $4 million project, to be rolled out starting Wednesday at Terminal A and ending Sept. 20 at Terminal C, is needed to accommodate the growing number of transit options as passenger volume hits record levels, airport officials say.
Logan International Airport serves about 30 million passengers a year on 2,400 acres, a "postage stamp" compared to, say, the 33,000 acres at Denver International Airport, said Thomas Glynn, chief executive of the Massachusetts Port Authority, which runs Logan.
"We have a size 12 foot in a size 10 shoe," he said. "It can be sort of chaotic for people."
To help with the transition, Massport is deploying 20 people to roam the terminals to help passengers as changes are rolled out throughout the month. They will wear blue shirts that say "Ask Me."
The opening of a $310 million rental car center at the end of September will allow the airport to replace nine rental car company buses with one shared shuttle, reducing the number of Massport buses rumbling around the airport from 100 an hour to 28. This will cut down congestion at the curbs and reduce pollution by 35 percent, Glynn said.
In an effort to get more people to use mass transit, Massport is moving the stops for the MBTA's Silver Line bus and for the shuttles to the Logan Express suburban parking lots into a more central location.
The airport is putting up color-coded signs inside the terminals and at the curb: green for the passenger pickup areas; blue for the Blue Line, rental car, and airport shuttles; yellow for taxis; silver for the Silver Line; orange for Logan Express and scheduled buses.
Digital signs showing arrival times for the Silver Line, Logan Express buses, and airport shuttles will be installed above baggage carousels and at the curb.
The biggest changes are at Terminal B. Currently, there is room for five taxis to load passengers on each side of the U-shaped terminal, which causes long waits. The new cab stand, in the former first-floor parking garage between the two sides of the terminal, has room for 25 cabs and will serve both sides. Limousines will take up the rest of the former parking garage floor.
The airport, already tight on parking, is giving up 450 spots to make these changes and will continue to use valets to move cars on busy days.
Moving cabs and limos into the parking lot will also make room for a designated passenger pickup area at Terminal B, the only terminal without one. Previously, motorists had to squeeze in along the curb wherever they could, competing with buses and shuttles.
A longtime Logan Express driver, Brian Collette, said he has to battle for space at the curb and has seen pedestrians almost get hit by cars whose drivers are trying to find a place to pick someone up.
The new configuration will be "a lot safer," Collette said.
Jess Boucher, a passenger from Manchester, N.H., who was waiting for the shuttle to the economy parking lot last week, was also optimistic about the upcoming changes.
"It could be less complicated," Boucher said, looking around at the Terminal A curb. "There's always room for improvement."Katie Johnston can be reached at email@example.com. Follow her on Twitter @ktkjohnston.


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Winners of the March Skiving Snackbox Contest Announced
Apr 06, 2010
In March our Contest Team brought you their Skiving Snackbox Contest, which asked you to create an edible joke shop product to sell to Hogwarts students in order to get them out of lessons. The judges received many fantastic entries and have now picked the winners as follows:
First Place: NealieZealbie – Sickly Sticks
Second Place: BookNookKara – Aah-chews (a.k.a. Head-cold Hearts)
Third Place: Rachezee – Polka Pox
Honourable Mention: SiriusKingsley – Comatose Caramels
Honourable Mention: MalfoyDiva – Jolly Good Jelly Beans
You can find the winning entries on the Skiving Snackbox Contest page, at this link. The first place winner will receive a custom made wand donated
by Wizard Wood Wands and 200 MyLeaky points. Well done to the winners and everyone else who entered!