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10 QUESTIONS the Marvel/Disney Acquisition Raises
The sheer magnitude of Monday morning's news that Disney purchased Marvel for $4 billion in cash & stock is enough to knock Galactus on his giant purple keister.
This is very likely the biggest shockwave to hit the comic book industry since Todd McFarlane, Jim Lee, and Rob Liefeld jumped ship and started Image Comics in the early 90's. Maybe even since the King, Jack Kirby, left Marvel for DC in the early 70s.
As with any deal of this size and with two iconic companies involved, there are oodles of questions demanding to be answered.
So as fans everywhere ponder the philosophical conflict caused by having Frank Castle and Geppetto under the same corporate roof, and when the Dazzler musical movie will debut on the Disney Channel, here are 10 big questions regarding the new Disney/Marvel behemoth:
1) What does being a cog in the Disney machine mean for Kevin Feige and the Marvel Studios team?
The autonomy that Feige and the team behind "Iron Man," "The Incredible Hulk" and the upcoming "Thor" and "Captain America" movies have enjoyed is often singled out as a key reason for Marvel Studios' immediate success. By financing their own films, Marvel has basically been its own boss. Paramount and Universal just distributed and marketed those movies. They had no say in production, which meant Jon Favreau didn't have to navigate a gauntlet of studio lackeys to make "Iron Man." Such a streamlined approach to making tent pole pictures is unusual in Hollywood, and it's why an onscreen Marvel Universe, that Fanboy Utopia where Tony Stark pops up in the Hulk's film, heroes and villains can meet for a drink at the Bar With No Name and everything builds up to a big "Avengers" cinematic clam-bake, is happening.
Will that all change now? Or will Disney take the same hands-off approach it does with Pixar? Initial comments from Disney execs suggest the hands-off approach is their intention, but let's be serious. Pixar is Pixar. Early success aside, Marvel Studios has a long way to go before it can command the same kind of respect that John Lasseter's group does. Either way, the Disney folks would be well served to look at the struggles DC and corporate sibling Warner Bros. have had in forming a consistent film strategy, as they lay out future plans. In other words, if it ain't broke, don't call the handyman.
2) How soon can Marvel's film division take advantage of having Disney's marketing and publicity support?
When it comes to pitching and promoting its characters and brand name, no media company can hold a Tinker Bell to the House That Walt Built. But when the time does come for them to start marketing Marvel, it won't be a slam-dunk.
The same pitch that works for "High School Musical" won't work for "Luke Cage Noir." We're talking an entirely new set of promotional skills.
Every Wall Street analyst quoted on the Disney/Marvel deal keeps citing the fact that Disney needed this deal to reconnect with young, impressionable boys that the company has lost step with in recent years. That makes perfect sense, except for the fact that the comics buying crowd skews older and older each year and Marvel, like every other comics publisher, has struggled to attract new young male readers for years. Finding a way to reverse that trend, which is actually more of an unfortunate fact of life in the comics world, could be the biggest challenge of the entire deal.
A more immediate problem is that it will be years before Disney can help plug Marvel movies. Marvel's next half-dozen films are already spoken for in terms of distribution & marketing. Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Hulk, the big Avengers team-up, are all tied up with Paramount and Universal. So it will be some time before Disney can flex its marketing muscle for its new corporate sibling.
3) What happens to characters such as Spider-Man, the X-Men, Daredevil and the Fantastic Four, which are licensed out to other studios?
These characters offer up one of the biggest problems for Disney, because rival studios maintain creative control as well as distribution rights. Disney chief Robert Iger indicates that all current deals with other studios will be honored, but the goal is to bring all the Marvel characters back in-house at some point. But again, that's easier said than done.
Sony's committed to making 3 more Spidey movies. The first 3 earned nearly $3 billion, so it could be a decade before the theatrical destiny of Marvel's flagship character is back in house. The same goes for the X-Men. Fox is already moving forward with a second Wolverine film, and has plans for numerous X-spinoffs (such as Deadpool). Fox also has the rights to Daredevil and Fantastic Four, two properties currently in limbo which seem ripe for rebooting. Disney may have to pay up to get those back in the family. But considering the importance of those characters to the Marvel Universe, it may be worth it.
4) Will this help or hurt Marvel Comics?
Again, looking at the relationship with DC and Time-Warner provides some clues as to the answer to this question. Being part of a huge, multi-billion dollar conglomerate could ultimately pay off for Marvel Comics. Losses of a few million don't look as bad on a spreadsheet filled with 10 figures. Considering the comics arm is now viewed as Marvel's R&D unit for film, TV and games, in all likelihood this could be hugely beneficial. Disney's deep pockets can absorb any losses from publishing without weighing too much on the company's overall bottom line.
Of course, downsizing and streamlining is one of the realities of any corporate merger. So there is always the possibility the comics' line is trimmed. And let's not forget Disney is synonymous with family entertainment. While they owned the Weinstein's horror imprint film label Dimension and they underwrite Jerry Bruckheimer's action movies, now it owns the deed to the home of the Punisher and Wolverine. Will they remain hands off with the comics publishing unit that publishes several books that don't exactly fit in with "The Happiest Place on Earth?" EIC Joe Quesada doesn't seem worried. He posted on his Twitter feed that this is a new dawn for Marvel and the comics industry.
5) How many variant covers will the first issue of the new Hannah Montana comic series have?
Given that 'tween girl programming is the backbone of Disney's operation these days, it seems to be a matter of "when," not "if," Miley Cyrus's famous alter ego gets a Marvel series. A comic book series could be a lucrative, if short-term, licensing venture for its most popular cash cows. And it's not like Marvel hasn't had success with books based on licensed properties before. The "Star Wars" series in the 70's basically saved the company from bankruptcy and "G.I. Joe" was one of its bestselling books in the 80's. Like those comics, new Disney books could attract new readers. There is also the possibility that Disney could use the comics division as an incubator, soft-launching new female characters to see which one has the potential to be their next multi-media 'tween star. Which leads to our next question.
6) Will comic books be part of the Disney brand plan?
Disney builds its homegrown brands for quad-domination: film, TV, music and merchandising. High School Musical, Hannah Montana, Lizzie Maguire, the Jonas Brothers, all are platformed across these four areas. Comic books could be used to turn them into five-tool earners. Given how rabid fans of the above-mentioned shows are, it doesn't seem likely Disney's bean counters will pass up the chance to siphon off more $$ from parents of young girls. So expect a Bendis-written Ultimate Jonas Bros. fairly soon.
7) How soon can we expect M.O.D.O.K. bedsheets and Vision lamps?
While Marvel is no slouch in the licensing department (in fact, their post-Chapter 11 recovery has been on the back of licensing), anyone who has ever visited Orlando or Anaheim knows there isn't a product made that Disney won't put their characters' likeness on. Don't expect Marvel characters to avoid the fate of Mickey, Donald and Woody. In fact, given the vast range of heroes and villain in the Marvel camp, fanboys could see an avalanche of merchandise heading their way. Look on the bright side. Disney products tend to be high quality, so at least you know that $40 Captain America t-shirt you get at the Magic Kingdom gift shop won't shrink two sizes the first time you wash it.
8) What happens to Universal's Islands of Adventure theme park?
Today's press release did not mention Disney's theme parks, so one would guess that Universal, which licenses Marvel characters for its Orlando and Osaka, Japan attractions, has long-term deals in place. But this has the potential to be the most contentious battle to rise from this merger. Nikki Finke's www.deadlinehollywooddaily.com has a statement from Universal regarding the Disney/Marvel deal and how it could impact Universal's Orlando theme park that says, "Marvel Super Hero Island at Universal's Islands of Adventure and the Marvel characters are a beloved and important part of the Universal Orlando experience…We believe our agreement with Marvel stands and that the Disney/Marvel deal will have no impact on our guest experience."
From that statement, it would appear that for the foreseeable future, if people want to check out the Spider-Man 3D adventure or the Dr. Doom ride, they will have to visit Universal's park. But considering how important Disney's theme parks are to the company, it's doubtful the company's lawyers aren't looking at any possible ways to figure out a solution. The Marvel rides at Universal could also help Disney address a long-standing problem at their parks: providing 'cool' rides for people over the age of 10. Let's face it. After riding the Hulk rollercoaster, Space Mountain doesn't really cut it.
9) How deep into Marvel's library of characters will Disney dig?
Marvel's 5,000+ character library has been cited by nearly every business analyst as one of the big positives of the deal. And while no one should hold their breath for a Tigra movie, Disney can leverage Marvel's 2nd and 3rd teamers across many other platforms. One can envision a scenario where a Luke Cage series runs on ABC, while a Power Pack serial airs on Disney Channel. A New Mutants show for ABC Family doesn't seem too far-fetched, either. Disney XD already runs about 20 hours of Marvel programming, with plenty of room for more animated adventures. So the opportunities are theoretically endless.
10) Can we expect a Pixar/Marvel Team-Up?
One of the most exciting scenarios conjured up by the Dream Team corporate merger is the possibility of seeing a Pixar film with Marvel characters (although some would say we've already seen that happen with "The Incredibles"). Today's press release mentioned that Pixar's Lasseter has already met with key Marvel honchos. About what we have no idea, though it was said both sides were "very excited." This seems like one of the surest bets of the entire transaction. It makes too much sense for Pixar and Marvel to not Hero Up! on some project. Then again, it's Hollywood. When does sense ever figure into anything?
- Comic Fan and Industry Reaction to the Merger
- POLL: Is Disney/Marvel Merger Good or Bad?
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Model Lineup: Dodge Durango SXT 2WD ($26,455); SXT AWD ($29,735); SLT 2WD ($29,785); SLT AWD ($33,065); Adventurer 2WD ($31,710); Adventurer AWD ($33,930); Limited 2WD ($34,995); Limited AWD ($37,215)
Standard Engine: 5.7-liter ohv V8
Engine Options: 210-hp 3.7-liter sohc V6; 303-hp 4.7-liter sohc V8; 335-hp 5.7-liter Hemi ohv V8
Standard Transmission: 5-speed automatic
Transmission Options: four-speed automatic (V6); five-speed automatic (V8)
Basic Warranty: 3 years/50,000 miles
Assembled In: Newark, Delaware
Model Tested MSRP: Dodge Durango SLT AWD ($33,065)
Standard Equipment: front and rear air conditioning; tilt steering wheel, cruise control, Yes Essentials cloth upholstery, front bucket seats, eight-way power driver seat 40/20/40 folding second-row seat, two-passenger third-row folding bench seat; heated power folding mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, four-speaker AM/FM radio with six-disc CD changer, cargo cover, theft-deterrent system, rear privacy glass, roof rails, Sirius satellite radio, floormats, fog lights, and 265/60R18 on/off-road tires on alloy wheels
Options As Tested: 5.7-liter Hemi V8 with two-speed AWD transfer case ($990), leather upholstery ($1175)
Standard Safety Equipment: dual-stage front airbags, side curtain airbags with roll-over sensors for all three rows, anti-lock brakes (ABS) with electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), advanced airbag system, electronic stability program (ESP)
Optional Safety Equipment: rear obstacle detection, tire-pressure monitor, rear backup cameraDestination Charge: $745
This second-generation Durango, which first appeared as an '04 model, slips between the Chevy Tahoe and Ford Expedition in exterior dimensions.
Standard seating is for five, seven or eight (depending on model); optional second-row bucket seats provide six- or seven-passenger capacity. With all seats folded, there's more than 100 cubic feet of cargo space. You can slide full-size sheets of plywood in back. And a properly equipped Durango with the optional Hemi engine is rated to tow up to 8,950 pounds.
A V6 is standard, but two V8s are available and both are superb. The flex-fuel 4.7-liter V8 is upgraded from 235 to 303 horsepower for 2008 without a fuel economy penalty. It can run on gasoline or up to 85 percent ethanol (E85). It's smooth and powerful, but drivers who want or need more can opt for the celebrated 5.7-liter Hemi. Both V8s come with a five-speed automatic transmission that's smooth, refined, and responsive. This transmission includes a Tow/Haul feature we like that holds lower gears longer when towing to reduce gear searching.
Newly offered for 2008 are a rear backup camera, a cargo management system, and Dodge's MyGIG hard drive radio that can hold songs, pictures, and navigation system map information.
The 2008 Dodge Durango is offered in four models: SXT, SLT, Adventurer, and Limited. Each is available with two-wheel drive (2WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). (All prices are manufacturer's suggested retail prices and do not include destination charges; MSRPs can change at any time without notice.)
A 210-hp 3.7-liter V6 with four-speed automatic transmission is standard in 2WD SXT and 2WD SLT models. The 303-hp 4.7-liter V8 and five-speed automatic are optional ($785) for those models, and standard for all others. Dodge's 335-horsepower 5.7-liter Hemi V8 is optional for 2WD SLT ($1780), AWD SLT ($990) Adventurer ($990), and Limited ($795). It comes with a five-speed automatic transmission. A two-speed transfer case for low-range gearing on AWD models is optional ($195) when ordered with the 4.7-liter V8 and standard with the 5.7-liter V8.
Standard features for SXT 2WD ($26,455) and SXT AWD ($29,735) include front air conditioning, tilt steering wheel, cruise control, cloth upholstery, front bucket seats, 40/20/40 folding second-row seat, heated power folding mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, four-speaker AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo, cargo cover, theft-deterrent system, rear privacy glass, roof rails, and 245/70R17 on/off-road tires on steel wheels. A Technology Group for SXT ($1030) includes a six-disc CD changer, Sirius Satellite radio, remote engine starting, and laminated side glass.
SLT 2WD ($29,785) and SLT AWD ($33,065) add upgraded Yes Essentials seat fabric that Dodge says is odor and stain resistant, rear air conditioning and heater, eight-way power driver seat, two-passenger third-row folding bench seat, AM/FM radio with six-disc CD changer, Sirius satellite radio, floormats, fog lights, and 265/60R18 on/off-road tires on alloy wheels. SLT is offered with the Technology Group II ($2105). It includes rear obstacle detection, rearview camera, Alpine sound system, MyGIG Entertainment System that replaces the six-disc CD changer, leather-wrapped steering with radio controls, UConnect wireless cell phone link, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.
The off-road oriented Adventurer 2WD ($31,710) and Adventurer AWD ($33,930) come with all SLT features, plus special off-road equipment that includes tubular side steps, reversible slush mats, a rubberized washable cargo liner with built-in cargo organizer, unique machine-finish wheels and Mineral Gray moldings and fascias. Adventurer also comes with a Thule roof rack with a choice of six rack systems or a unique Adventurer accessory kit. Adventurer reverts to 17-inch wheels, with 265/65R17 on/off-road tires.
Limited 2WD ($34,995) and Limited AWD ($37,215) are the plushest models, with dual-zone automatic climate control; leather upholstery; heated front seats; four-way power passenger seat; power-adjustable pedals; memory for the driver seat, mirrors, radio, air conditioning and pedals; three-passenger third-row 60/40 split folding seat; leather-wrapped steering wheel with radio controls; Alpine eight-speaker AM/FM/CD/MP3 player; MyGIG Entertainment System; rear obstacle detection; rearview camera; auto-dimming rearview and driver side outside mirror; universal garage door opener; automatic day/night rearview mirror, power liftgate, automatic headlights, overhead console with driver information center; security alarm; and 265/60R18 on/off-road tires on chrome alloy wheels. This model deletes the six-disc CD changer.
The MyGIG Entertainment System is new for 2008. It includes a 6.5-inch touchscreen and a 20-gigabyte hard drive to hold songs and pictures. It is included in the Technology Group II for SLT and Adventurer and is standard on Limited. Also available for Limited is Technology Group III ($1435), which includes UConnect wireless cell phone link, remote engine starting, laminated side glass, and the MyGIG Multi-Media Infotainment System, which adds a navigation system with voice controls and real-time traffic information to the
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Dodge Durango offers an imposing presence in rearview mirrors, with its big crosshair grille and shotgun headlights that have become a Dodge signature.
The Durango features a high beltline that suggests great mass. The short front and rear overhangs, not typical of a full-size SUV, contribute to Durango's forceful expression. The short hood and flared fenders give the Durango the look of a big-rig truck. That short hood leads into a steeply raked windshield and sloping roof. The front fenders make the hood look as narrow as it is short. The windshield is aerodynamically efficient and offers good visibility.
Eighteen-inch aluminum wheels are standard on SLT models with either black sidewall or outline white letter tires, and 18-inch chrome-clad aluminum wheels come standard on Limited. Available 20-inch chrome-clad wheels are optional on both the SLT and Limited. All of these big rims are framed nicely by Durango's bold wheel arches. The larger (6x9-inch) rearview mirrors are heated and folding on all models.
The roofline dips slightly at the rear, and the liftgate window curves in to meet it, which keeps Durango from looking entirely like a box. Afterburner tail lamps are another Dodge hallmark. The center high-mounted stop lamp is integrated smoothly into the rear roofline. A wide chrome applique accentuates the rear liftgate and features a centered, three-dimensional ram's head.
Despite its modern aerodynamics, the Durango takes its styling cues from the 1946-68 Dodge Power Wagon, which was essentially a World War II T214 military truck with a longer wheelbase and a civilian-style, fully enclosed cab. In the immediate postwar era, when the Willys Jeep pretty much had the quarter-ton utility-vehicle market to itself (and mainstream pickups didn't yet offer four-wheel drive) the 3/4-ton Power Wagon was the first choice of rural contractors, firefighters, and forest rangers who needed serious off-road capability and more load capacity than the Jeep could provide.
The Dodge Durango feels spacious inside. Large amounts of glass contribute to that feeling along with lots of cargo space. Durango is officially classified as a midsize SUV, like the Ford Explorer, but it's bigger than that and inside it feels like a full-size SUV.
The front seats are comfortable, neither too soft nor too firm, and the four-spoke steering wheel is nice. The YES Essentials fabric in SLT models is said to be stain, odor, and static-resistant, though we didn't see any mention of dog hair. The SLT has orange-hued wood trim, while the Limited presents a cleaner look with its brushed aluminum. And that trim is real wood and real aluminum, not plastic.
Second-row bucket seats are available to replace the standard 40/20/40 bench. A second-row floor console is part of the bucket-seat package. And if you order the optional heat for the front bucket seats, the second-row buckets get it, too. As a compromise for customers who need to carry five adults, the 40/20/40 bench has a recline feature on all but SXT. Separate rear-seat climate controls are also standard on all but SXT, where they are optional; that's a useful feature when carrying dogs.
Details are carefully thought out, including convenient grab handles cleverly molded into the stubby rear leg of the second-row seat, which ease climbing back to the third row. Once back there, a small bubble in the ceiling provides additional headroom for third-row passengers. A one-piece third-row bench is optional on SXT and standard on SLT and Adventurer. On Limited models, the third row is split 60/40 for additional convenience. SLT and Adventurer (but not SXT) buyers can order the 60/40 split at additional cost.
The second and third rows are notably easy to access because the rear doors open an exceptionally wide 84 degrees. The second-row seat easily flips forward with the touch of one hand, and the seatback flops flat just as easily. This is no small virtue.
Cargo capacity is quite impressive. Behind the second row of seats is 68 cubic feet of cargo space, equal to the total for many SUVs. Put the second row down, and there's 102 cubic feet of cargo capacity. The distance between the wheel housings is 48 inches, so full-size sheets of plywood can be loaded flat. Speaking of loading cargo, this task is aided by the liftgate, which opens easily and is power-operated on Limited models. The cargo floor is relatively low, thanks to the rear suspension design, making loading and unloading easier.
Instrumentation is clean, handsome, easy to read and easy to operate. It is simple and utilitarian. We especially like the black-on-white gauges and rectangular black Venetian-blind style heating and cooling vents. The center console is deep, under a removable tray. On Limiteds, it is covered in leather. Forward of that is another important compartment designed to serve as a fast-food bin. Two integrated cup holders with removable neoprene for different sizes of drink containers are provided.
We found the SLT's manual heating controls and the wiper controls fussy, and the high beams seemed a little lacking one wintry night. The Limited model's high-tech climate-control panel with automatic temperature adjustment is better. And we welcome the availability of seat heaters.
The MyGig Multi-Media Infotainment system can hold 1600 songs. The MyGig Entertainment system doesn't have a navigation system and all its associated map information, so it holds almost twice as many songs.
Driving Impressions
With its size and refinement, the Dodge Durango can be a good compromise between the medium and extra-large SUVs available from other manufacturers. It's smaller than the Tahoe and Expedition. As with all truck-based SUVs, it lacks the pleasant handling and frugal fuel economy of the new generation of larger crossover SUVs. That said, the Durango is smooth and quiet, quite different from earlier noisy, rough-riding sport-utilities. Both V8 engines are good choices but for overall power, cost, and fuel economy we'd opt for the 5.7-liter Hemi.
The 3.7-liter V6 lacks the power to adequately move this heavy vehicle, and it doesn't offer much of a fuel economy gain. Its estimated EPA fuel economy rating is 14 mpg City and 19 Highway, only a small gain versus Dodge's more-competent V8s. The V6 comes with a four-speed automatic and is rated to pull a 3750-pound trailer. We recommend one of the V8s instead.
The 4.7-liter V8 engine has been upgraded for 2008, adding 68 hp for a total of 303 horsepower and 30 foot-pounds for a total of 330 pound-feet of torque. The 4.7-liter does a better job of moving the Durango than the old version. It is generally competent and smooth, but it still struggles to provide passing punch in this heavy SUV. With the 4.7-liter V8, the Durango can pull up to 6050 pounds. But it still rates only 13/18 mpg with rear-wheel drive, using 87-octane regular.
The 5.7-liter V8 Hemi is rated at 335 horsepower and 370 pound-feet of torque. It provides more immediate power and passing punch than the 4.7-liter, with around-town mileage improving slightly at 13/19 mpg with 89 octane recommended, 87 octane acceptable. The 5.7-liter Hemi's fuel economy is enhanced by Chrysler's Multi-Displacement System, which disables four of the eight cylinders when cruising by deactivating the valve lifters. We found the transition between cruising and power modes nearly indiscernible. The Hemi seems like a good value. Plus, it can tow up to 8,950 pounds with the optional 3.92 rear axle. The two-speed transfer case comes standard on AWD models with the Hemi, while it's optional with the 4.7-liter.
Hemi, by the way, refers to the overhead-valve, hemispherical combustion chamber design, and harkens back to the 1960s when the 426-cubic-inch (7.0-liter) Hemi dominated NASCAR stock car and NHRA drag racing. That engine was itself a revival of the original 1951-58 Hemi. Chrysler modernized the basic design in 2003 after it had been gone (but not forgotten) for decades.
The Hemi didn't feel like 335 horsepower to the seat of our pants. The 5.7-liter Hemi felt a little more powerful than the 4.7-liter, but it wasn't a night-and-day difference. The double overhead-cam, 5.6-liter, 317-horsepower Nissan Armada feels more responsive than the 5.7-liter V8 in the Durango, which feels solid, but heavy.
We were most impressed by the five-speed automatic transmission that comes with both V8 engines. The shifts are smooth, shifting up or down between third and fourth gears is undetectable. The transmission features a Tow/Haul mode, which holds the gears longer and will downshift under deceleration, as might be needed with a trailer on mountainous terrain. It's cool when you come toward a turn at high speed and back off, and your automatic transmission drops a downshift for you.
The Durango has good brakes. When you need to slow down or stop, they'll be there. They're big vented discs with twin-piston calipers in front, just the thing for holding back this heavy beast. ABS helps the driver maintain steering control by eliminating wheel lockup, while electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) balances braking forces front and rear for more stable stopping. We slammed on the brakes several times from 70 mph and found the Durango stopped steady and true.
Cornering and handling are good for a big SUV, but the Durango is far less nimble than a car or crossover SUV. The earliest Durangos bor
Dodge Durango is smooth and powerful with either of the two V8 engines. It rides well, handles well for its size and weight, and has excellent engineering touches and details. If you need a large SUV for towing or managing rough terrain, the Durango is a fine choice. If not, a car-based crossover SUV would provide a more pleasant driving experience and deliver better fuel economy.
NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Sam Moses filed this report from Austin, Texas; with nctd.com editor Mitch McCullough reporting from Detroit, and correspondent Kirk Bell reporting from Chicago.
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CONCORD, N.H. � New Hampshire Episcopal Bishop Gene Robinson says he chafed for several years at being branded the first openly gay bishop of the Anglican Church until he realized that he was wasting a pulpit from which he could advocate for equality. "I'd been given this really remarkable opportunity and it would be selfish of me not to be the best steward of that opportunity," he recently told The Associated Press in an interview as he prepares to retire in January. "We went from my consecration, which set off this international controversy, to nine years later seeing gay, lesbian and transgender congregants welcome at all levels of the church, including bishop." By Lynne Tuohy.
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� RABBITS-SHELTER � Thirty-two of the 49 rabbits that were recently surrendered to a Manchester, N.H., animal shelter will be available for adoption starting this weekend.
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MUSTANG HOOFPRINTS: Sure been really quiet here lately
Hello Mustang Fans!
The days have been quiet in the Southwest Minnesota State University Department of Athletics.
Our winter teams are approaching the end of a seven-day winter break with no practices, workouts or competition. They can begin practicing again Monday.
Coach Bigler on E:60
If you have not been able to watch the E:60 feature on the Bigler Family on ESPNU, here are the times it will be on the rest of this month: Dec. 27 (5:00 p.m.), Dec. 29 (11:00 p.m.) and Dec. 31 (6:30 a.m. and 11:00 p.m.).
It is a compelling feature that will touch your heart.
Gold Rush Raffle
Mark your calendars, the Gold Rush Raffle will be held Feb. 14 in the Conference Center Ballroom.
Last year, the Gold Rush Raffle raised a little more than $53,000. This year, the committee has set a goal of raising more than $75,000 with all proceeds going to aid the Mustang Booster Club's effort to support SMSU Athletic Scholarships.
The Mustang Booster Club contributed $100,000 to athletic scholarships in 2012-13.
One change the committee has made is this year's Gold Rush Raffle ticket prices, which will increase to $75. The $50 ticket price has been in place for 10 years, and the committee felt it was time to increase the price of the raffle tickets based on inflationary increases of expenses and the value Mustang Supporters find in the event and raffle.
Tickets will be available for purchase starting Jan. 1, 2014.
Check the SMSU athletics website, www.smsumustangs.com, for all the latest information on Mustang athletics and Gold Rush Raffle ticket information.
Upcoming SMSU Athletic Events
The SMSU men's basketball team (7-5 overall, 4-2 NSIC) and women's basketball team (2-8 overall, NSIC 0-6) will be in action next weekend. On Friday, the Mustangs welcome Northern State to the R/A Facility with the women's game starting at 6 p.m., and the men's game following at 8 p.m. On Saturday, Minnesota State-Moorhead comes to Marshall with the start times being 5 and 7 p.m.
The SMSU wrestling team (3-2 in dual meets) will host an NSIC dual match versus Minot State at 4 p.m. Jan. 11 in the P.E. Gym.
The SMSU wheelchair basketball team (3-9 overall) will have its next competition on Jan. 17-18 when it travels to Champaign, Ill., to compete in the University of Illinois Tournament. The Mustangs will battle Illinois, Arizona and Wisconsin-Whitewater that weekend.
The SMSU men's and women's indoor track and field team will compete for the first time at the Minnesota State Alumni Open hosted by Minnesota State University at 11 a.m. Jan. 11 in Mankato.
I would also like to wish everyone safe travels and a Happy New Year!
Go Mustangs!
Trivia Contest
Congratulations to Randy Johnson who provided the correct response to last week's Mustang Hoofprints Trivia Question: Learfield Sports sponsors the Director's Cup award each year in Division I, II, and III in support of the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics. The Director's Cup is a program that honors institutions for maintaining a broad-based program and achieving success in both men's and women's sports. Following the fall sports season, where does SMSU rank out of the 311 members competing at the Division II level?
SMSU ranked 52nd out of the 311 members of Division II-based on the performance of the fall sports.
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Who was the first head coach for SMSU track and field?
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LAGRANGE, Ga. – It had been five days since the Georgia Southwestern Lady Hurricanes had last played. During that break, inclement weather had forced the postponement of four total games to be played during that time. The Blue & Gold finally got back into action at LaGrange College on Sunday, and the Lady 'Canes, led by Jessica Martin, took no time getting after it. The Lady Hurricanes went on to sweep LaGrange by scores of 2-0 and 7-1.
GAME ONE: Georgia Southwestern-2 LaGrange College-0
It didn't matter if GSW scored one or ten runs in this game because Jessica Martin was dominant on the mound. The senior from Woodstock would no-hit LaGrange going all seven innings, walking three and striking out nine for the complete game no-hitter.
Offense was few and far between for both teams in the first three innings of the game. Both starting pitchers, Kayla Folds from LaGrange and Martin from GSW, would throw no-hit ball through their first three innings. Martin appeared to have eaten her Wheaties as she recorded six strikeouts in the first three innings.
Georgia Southwestern would strike first after Avery Purser and Rachel McElroy would get the game's first hits. Shortstop Janna Anderson would deliver a clutch two-out RBI single, which scored Purser in the top of the fourth inning.
Kayla Folds would continue to keep Coach Ward and company at bay, and she would do so until the top of the 7th inning when Jessica Chewning would score on an error. The 2-0 lead would hold as Martin would overcome a Mason Moreland error and a walk to close the door in the ninth with two strikeouts to complete the no-hitter.
Martin's win puts her record to 4-2 on the season. Her no-hitter is her second in a Georgia Southwestern uniform. The senior no-hit Anderson University in March of 2009, and she helped Katie Mueller to combine for a no-hitter against Wesleyan College on February 27th of 2010. Martin has either recorded or assisted in every no-hitter thrown by Georgia Southwestern in the NCAA Division II era.
GAME TWO: Georgia Southwestern-7 LaGrange College-1
While waiting for four innings to score in game one, the Lady Hurricanes wouldn't let any time pass before scoring in game two. The Blue & Gold would score three runs in the initial inning courtesy of RBI's from Rachel McElroy (1) and Katie Wooten (2).
GSW would push the three-run lead to four runs when Mason Moreland stole second base and then came around to score on an error by LaGrange. The one-run second inning by GSW was answered by LaGrange with their own one-run second inning when Jordan Berryman singled in Kelbi Burgering.
The Lady Hurricanes would never look back up 4-1. They would get three more insurance runs in the sixth inning as Mason Moreland would drive in Erin Vick. Two batters later, Gabby Buck would drive in two runs with a single that scored Moreland and Kiley Doster.
After pitching the first five innings, Casey Burns would leave the game surrendering only one run and a walk while striking out six. Fellow senior pitcher Katie Maddox would throw the last two innings of the game closing the door on LaGrange without giving up a hit and racking up four strikeouts.
The pair of wins pushes the Georgia Southwestern record to an even ten wins and ten losses. The Lady 'Canes will have one more non-conference series with Lynn University before beginning PBC play. Lynn University will pay a visit to GSW at Lady Canes Field on Wednesday, March 7 with the first p itch being at 4:00 p.m.


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Editor's note: Douglas A. Ollivant, a senior fellow with the New America Foundation, served as director for Iraq at the National Security Council during the Bush and Obama administrations and is now senior vice president of Mantid International, LLC, a strategic consulting firm that has business interests in the south of Iraq, including security, defense and aerospace clients. The opinions expressed in this commentary are solely those of the author.
(CNN) -- The new ISIS offensive in the North of Iraq has both shaken the Kurds and threatened the Yazidi minority with not only genocide, but also cultural extinction. In response the United States early Friday morning used airpower against ISIS targets inside Iraq. This is the first use of force against ISIS both since ISIS rebranded from al Qaeda in Iraq and since the departure of U.S. forces at the end of 2011.
So what can U.S. airstrikes accomplish? Airpower is incredibly potent when properly used, but nearly useless in the wrong situations. ISIS will present both these alternatives in Iraq.
Put very simply, airpower is incredibly effective against an enemy who is on the offense. If an enemy—be it a person or a vehicle or a weapon system—is on the move and/or fighting, they create a "signature" that is easy to spot from the air.
Since there will be no U.S. forces on the ground as target designators or air controllers, being able to see a target from the air will be crucial. So, a column of ISIS trucks or—as seen early Friday morning—a captured artillery piece firing against Kurdish positions, each make easy acquisition. Against these targets, airpower is nearly invincible. One thinks of the devastation released over two decades ago by U.S. airpower on the "Highway of Death" (albeit these forces were not attacking, but retreating—but the signature is the same).
So when President Obama talks about targeted airstrikes to protect American personnel in Baghdad or Irbil, he is, in essence, saying that if ISIS attacks toward these cities, we will use airstrikes on their then-vulnerable forces.
Note that the President did not say that airstrikes would be used to eject ISIS forces from Mosul or Kirkuk or Fallujah. For in densely populated cities like these, airpower has real limitations. An enemy in defensive positions, particularly in urban terrain, is very difficult to engage with airpower. Even if the target can be hit, the possibility for collateral damage that causes civilian casualties is very real. And if the target is missed, the collateral damage can be exponentially higher, even catastrophic.
So while mission creep is always a danger in any war, in this case the chances of it seem rather minimal. The President has chosen one means—airpower—and given it a mission at which it excels; prevent enemy forces from attacking prepared positions, whether in Irbil or Baghdad. This mission is well within the capacity of U.S. airpower. When and if unleashed, U.S. warplanes can absolutely prevent ISIS from moving against these two Iraqi cities.
But reclaiming territory from ISIS will be another matter altogether. This will require a unified Iraqi effort—Arab and Kurd alike—under a new government with the will, legitimacy and resolve to accept the casualties that a ground offensive will require. We need only look at the U.S. experience in Second Fallujah—almost 10 years ago now—to picture what this might look like. Nor will U.S. ground forces be joining in this endeavor. This must be clear. There is no—zero—appetite in the U.S. public for such a commitment.
To that end, we must hope that Iraq remains on its constitutional timeline so that a new government can be formed and begin the long, hard task of regaining control over its territory. Therefore, new Iraqi President Fuad Masum must charge the largest bloc in the Iraqi parliament with forming a government. Soon.
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Mets consider bringing back Johan in 2014
Left-hander expects to pitch next season after shoulder surgery in April
NEW YORK -- Johan Santana wants to pitch again next season, and the Mets appear open-minded about a reunion. General manager Sandy Alderson said Monday that he would consider signing Santana to a new contract for the 2014 season.
"I think that's a possibility," Alderson said during an appearance on WFAN radio. "I don't really know what Johan's thinking. We'll talk to him, I'm sure, over the next couple of weeks, but I think he wants to pitch. We'll just have to see what the market is for these guys, and how much of our resources we want to allocate to somebody coming off injury, or somebody you hope was able to pitch for you at a higher level."
Since Alderson took over as GM three years ago, the Mets have made a habit out of signing previously-injured pitchers to low-base, incentive-laden deals. But that strategy has not worked particularly well for them. Chris Young lasted merely a month before suffering a season-ending injury in 2011, and Shaun Marcum pitched only 78 1/3 innings this season before succumbing to injury.
Santana is still rehabbing from surgery to repair a partially torn anterior capsule in his left shoulder -- the same operation that required a 19-month recovery when he underwent it the first time in Sept. 2010. The two-time Cy Young Award winner re-tore the capsule last spring, undergoing a second surgery on April. 2.
Heading into the winter, the Mets' 2014 rotation includes what Alderson labeled as three sure things in Zack Wheeler, Jon Niese and Dillon Gee. The Mets are still holding out hope that Matt Harvey will be able to avoid Tommy John surgery, which would give them a fourth lock for the rotation.
Alderson has said that he would like to complete the starting five with a relatively cheap innings-eating pitcher -- think Bronson Arroyo, Chris Capuano or a similarly reliable veteran. While Santana would likely come cheap, he certainly would not qualify as a workhorse at this stage of his career, having amassed a total of 117 innings over the past three seasons.
Santana is technically still under contract with the Mets, though only for a few more weeks. The Mets will soon exercise the $5.5-million buyout on the rest of his contract, rather than pay him his $25 million team option for 2014. Santana appeared in 109 games over the six guaranteed years of his contract, going 46-34 with a 3.18 ERA.


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Here is another character from the animated series that airs on Nickelodeon called Legend of Korra which is the new Avatar cartoon. Today I will be showing you "how to draw Tarrlok", step by step. He is a villain in the show, and since I have been uploading just good guys, I thought a character with a mean streak would be a nice change of pace. I don't really watch the new Avatar, but my little sister has watched it before. I don't know if she is still into it because I haven't heard her talk about any of the episodes. Tarrlok is one of the meanest figures in the series so I'm sure that he is going to be a well known character as the series progresses. He sort of has that sniveler type of face which automatically gives you the sense that this guy is no good. Anyways, I will be back tomorrow or maybe later with other stuff for you guys to do, so have fun now and hopefully you learn something new. Adios people.
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ESPN's Buster Olney tweets that other teams are beginning to weigh interest in Blalock, in case the Rays are willing to trade him. Olney guesses his opt-out date is May 15th. He adds that "once Blalock informs the Rays that he wants to opt out, they have 48 hours to deal him or put him on their roster." Olney's sources presume the Mariners and White Sox would get in the mix if Blalock becomes a free agent.
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Yo (Jesus Crunchy, man) what happened?
The POP!
Nahmsayin I digs, nahmsayin I digs
[Verse 1: Homeboy Sandman]
I came up in Queens, had not much, more than enough
A pure-bred sort of a mutt, if that could exist
My moms/pops made livings but had limited funds
We shopped at Keyfood for lunch, and Fayva for kicks
We had wreaths, lights, mistletoe, garland and such
All the most Christmassy stuff, except for the gifts
Partied potluck, mom's ain't have a million bucks
But when I came home with a bump, she gave it a kiss
In grade school I was always at the head of the class
And was the first head in the class to get any head
Not that I condone pre-teens gettin it on
But there is much more I know now, than what I knew then
Whenever cats dissed momma I had honor to defend
When I was done throwin the fists, I'd made a new friend
Even at 9-10 wasn't bout no money to spend
The only 'dough' that I would sweat, began with 'Ninten-', ya heard?
When mi madre hollered "behave!"
I would always say "mommy I'm being haved"
We'd in the street getting wild everyday
What you might see on TV was Ricki Lake
When mi madre hollered "behave!"
I would always say "mommy I'm being haved"
We'd be in the street getting wild everyday
Bow wow wow yippy yo yippy yay
[Verse 2]
I ran with a team of cats too square to be hoods
But we was too hard to be marks, to cool to be nerds
Did our homework but if you tried to play us for herbs
We'd quickly assert you wasn't sayin nut'n but a word
This when Hip-Hop really started making it's turn
Cats had stopped doing the Wop, for doing the Worm
But major venues still felt there was too much to lose
Security at major concerts was a major concern
Weekends, I'd be hooping from the dawn to the dusk
Don't mean to boast, but in the post I couldn't be held
My handle was type shaky but my drive to the hole
Was such a fine sight to behold that people beheld
But let me not front or fabricate a falsehood to tell
Sometimes a cat'd drop me a dime, at times I would sell
But I never made a call unless I really got fouled
And almost always hit the free throw anytime I held
[Verse 3]
...My moms didn't do time-out
We want'd to cry she'd give us something to cry 'bout
I'd hump the mattress every time that I layed down
This years before I thought of writing this rhyme out
Grown folks would threaten putting soap into my mouth
I never seen a red cent of my allowance
But loved finding out whenever something was not allowed
Because I was down...(yeauh!)
Up until to which chicks cuttin was the topic of choice
I spent more time cuttin on friends, than cuttin from school
I never got too crazy but I'll readily admit
I used to hock loogeys from roofs and pee in the pool
Before Timbo was a brand and only a boot
I rocked gel tryina be cute, and got ridiculed
Told the same to every gang that ever tried to recruit
I don't want no trouble, homey I'm just tryina be cool (peace)


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Easter Week in Cuenca
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- When?: From Apr 5, 2020 to Apr 12, 2020
- Where: Cuenca
- More information : http://www.juntacofradiascuenca.es
- Autonomous region: Castilla-La Mancha
- Province/Island: Cuenca
- Category: Festivity of International Tourist Interest
- Theme: Religious
Easter week is one of the most spectacular and emotional fiestas here.
Cuenca's unique urban layout, with its hills and narrow streets, make it a very special setting to celebrate Easter week. These traditions date back to the 17th century, when the first Easter brotherhoods were founded. More than 30,000 people take part in the nine processions. The Camino del Calvario procession, which takes place in the early hours of Good Friday, is especially noteworthy. It is accompanied by the famous "turbas": these are drums and trumpets that precede the statue of Jesus.
Religious devotion, art, colour and music combine in acts to commemorate the death of Jesus Christ: the processions. Members of the different Easter brotherhoods, dressed in their characteristic robes, parade through the streets carrying religious statues (pasos) to the sound of drums and music – scenes of sober beauty. Cuenca Religious Music Week coincides with the Easter week celebrations. Every year it features important international orchestras and soloists.
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I've been thinking about it a lot lately, and noting that many things I've learned in the process of becoming an "adult"* are applicable here. Namely, the lessons I've learned on how to protect myself from disappointment, from embarrassment, from the criticism of strangers. These are small suggestions that have helped me get to a much more calm and happy place personally, and I hope some or all of them ring true for authors at any point in the publishing journey.
These are just some things I've implemented in my life that have made me happier overall. But what do you think? Do you have any other tips for how to protect yourself, emotionally and creatively?
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Do You Hear What I Hear?: A Palette of Latte, Light Sage, Camel, Antique Gold + White
Or maybe it's because I just feel a certain warmth radiating from this color and I just can't deny how cozy it feels. Whatever the case may be, one thing is for sure... I'm loving the color gold for weddings! Are you having a Winter wedding?
Have you ever thought of incorporating a holiday spin or simply some holiday ideas into your big day? I love the idea of having an egg nog bar! Especially if you're a December bride.
It's a special sentiment that your guest will likely keep forever. I personally would love the idea of knowing that my guests would think of us every time they pulled out their ornaments to decorate each year.


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Lily & Jamie at Comic-Con
Lily Collins and Jamie Campbell Bower were in San Diego on Friday to present The Mortal Instruments. Last week, I wrote about their relationship status, especially after he was seen hanging out rather intimately with a fashion blogger – click here for a refresher. Did they assuage fan anxiety with this joint appearance? Well… yes and no. There didn't seem to be any weirdness and they did pose for photos. But only in a group and not as a couple which, I mean, it's not like they've ever been averse to it before so…
The next night, Saturday, Lily was back in LA, celebrating Selena Gomez's 21st birthday. She drove, presumably because Selena's legal now and took full advantage. Click here to see photos. Jamie was not in the car. Single girls and no boys. A sign?
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The grain market saw a two-sided trade during the session. May Corn finished 8 3/4 cents lower at $7.28 3/4. May soybeans finished 2 cents higher at $14.05. May wheat finished 8 3/4 higher at $8.25.
Before the open the USDA announced a sale of 120,000t of US old crop beans to China. Also, Informa released world production number today at 10:30. They raised the 2011 Brazil bean crop by 2.1mmt to 71.4 and they raised the Argentina bean crop by 3.0 mmt to 52.0. Also, Informa dropped the 2011 World corn crop by 1.7 mmt due to lower South Africa and Mexico production.
The USDA S&D report will be released on Thursday and we should see the analyst estimates early next week. However, the trade still seems to be focused on the March 31 acreage report. The consensus is that beans going receive the short stick in the acreage battle, which is obviously providing support to the bean market. However, if we do see large production numbers confirmed out of South America this should take some pressure off the US and potentially help offset a lower acreage number.
Despite the bullish potential of the markets there is still are still numerous factors that could cause grain prices to quickly drop from these levels. For producers who are behind on cash sales we recommend getting caught up before Thursday's report and re-owning the market using bull call spreads.
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Lime Kiln Investigation - Harrison-Crawford State Forest
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The lime industry developed along the limestone cliffs in southern Indiana during the 19th century; although the process of transforming limestone to lime dates back over 2,000 years. Limestone was burned in kilns, forcing the carbon dioxide from the rock and creating a powdered or lumpy substance called quicklime. This lime was spread on agricultural fields or mixed with other ingredients to form mortar, plaster, whitewash, etc.
Several lime kilns have been identified within the Harrison-Crawford State Forest in southern Indiana. These features represent pit kilns, into which alternating layers of wood and stone would be piled and burned. Pit kilns were typically used to create a lower quality lime to spread on agricultural fields.
Archaeological Investigation
A survey was conducted in 2004 to record all known lime kilns within the Harrison-Crawford State Forest. Interviews with local residents and field surveys were conducted in an attempt to locate these features. As a result of this investigation, three separate areas were documented containing approximately two dozen kilns.
Kilns were typically discovered grouped together along the side slope of a ridgeline below the limestone cliffs, where the quarries for the kilns were located. Groupings generally consisted of six or more kilns in a rough linear formation.
The study continues to grow as previously undocumented kilns are identified and added to the inventory. Further studies of the lime industry in the State Forest are planned in hopes of identifying the specific dates that the kilns were in operation as well as a comprehensive understanding of the lime industry during the 1800s.
Artifacts and Results
Several of the sites retained cut limestone blocks, some of which are still stacked where they were left 100 years ago, and hydrated quicklime within the kiln structure. Slag, a by-product from the burning process, was also identified during the survey of the lime kilns.
Studies of these items can help to identify the stage in the burning process each kiln was in at the time that the site(s) was abandoned. Further investigations may also help to reveal more detailed information on the lime industry in Harrison and Crawford Counties.
Nearly two dozen lime kilns have been identified within the Harrison-Crawford State Forest. Investigations on these sites and similar archaeological sites indicate that the kilns were in operation during the mid 1800s to early 1900s. By the turn of the century the lime industry had declined due to advances in artificial cement, which was stronger and harder than mortar created from quicklime, and other lime based products.
Case Study Credits
A. J. Ariens, Archaeologist
Indiana State Division of Forestry


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Yesterday afternoon, a man crashed through the gates of a draw bridge, flipped his truck after hitting a Ford pickup, got out, stripped naked while bleeding and running, and dashed into a fort nearby.
Oh, Florida!
The driver, who is yet to be identified, ran the length of the bridge while bleeding from his head. Then, like any crash survivor, he stripped naked while on the move and dashed to the nearby Castillo de San Marcos, which is the oldest masonry fort in the United States.
But it doesn't end there. Once he got to the fort, the driver ran inside and up to the second floor. Police cornered him, but the buck naked badass wasn't about to go away quietly into the night... well, afternoon.
He climbed over the edge of the balcony and jumped, hitting the ground about 15 feet below where he hit his head on the ground. He was taken to the hospital with a fractured skull. The police are awaiting results of a toxicology test on the driver, which could take a few months. He could be facing charges of fleeing an accident and violently resisting arrest.
Thankfully, the people in the Ford that the driver hit were uninjured.
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Gear Up for the Holidays
The 2010 Texas Parks & Wildlife Holiday Gear Guide.
By Russell A. Graves
With a slow economy tightening holiday belts, outdoor manufacturers have rallied to refine products and develop innovations that help enhance our outdoor experience with value in mind.
Never before have so many outdoor products been available at such reasonable prices with such a high level of craftsmanship. Considering both cost and quality, we present the 2010 Texas Parks & Wildlife Gear Guide.
The following are items meant for utilitarian use by a broad stripe of outdoor enthusiasts. In this year's guide you'll find items that campers, hikers, bikers, hunters, photographers and anglers will all find appealing. Some are unique to a particular activity, but most are useful for a variety of purposes, making them valuable all year long.
With items starting at less than $10, this year's guide features a variety of products with your budget in mind. So pick one for yourself and another for a gift — your wallet will thank you.
Coleman Retro Rechargeable Full-Size Lantern
This lantern is a cool one. Made with the same styling as the original Coleman lantern, this retro lantern features a bright and cool-to-the-touch 11-watt fluorescent bulb and a rechargeable battery that lasts up to nine hours. The lantern recharges with a 120-volt AC outlet or with a 12-volt DC adapter. When it's time to sleep, the lantern even has a built-in night light.
Bushnell Backtrack Point>5
Based on the popular Backtrack personal GPS system, the Point >5 is a feature-rich device that's made to take the mystique out of global positioning technologies and simple navigation with a push of a button. Not only does the Point >5 provide an easy way to find your way in the wilderness, it also features a digital compass and latitude and longitude readings, as well as the current time, temperature and altitude. You can even store five locations so you can find your way back to your car, camp, trailhead or hotel.
Primos Rechargeable Spotlight
Primos Rechargeable Spotlight
At 15 million candlepower, this is one powerful spotlight. With cord-free convenience, the light is a great accessory for the boater, camper or creative outdoor photographer. The easily replaceable halogen bulb creates a tight, powerful beam, and the battery recharges with either a 110-volt wall charger or a 12-volt in-vehicle charger. An ergonomic carrying handle makes toting easy, and the broad bezel props the light for hands-free use.
Eastman Outdoors Gourmet Grill
Eastman Outdoors Gourmet Grill
Do you subscribe to the notion that food tastes better when cooked outdoors? Then Eastman Outdoors has a product for you. Whether you tailgate at ballgames, cook while camping or test your culinary skills in the backyard, the Eastman Outdoors Gourmet Grills fit your needs. While several configurations exist, most grill sets consist of the Revolution Burner with a regulator hose assembly and safety shut-off that connects to a propane bottle. From there, choose from a variety of pots and woks for cooking everything from deep-fried turkeys to your favorite stir-fry.
From $159.99
Sanuk Rasta Walkabout Sandals
Here's a gift for the environmentally conscious: the Sanuk Rasta Walkabout Sandals. Handmade from 85 percent flax and 15 percent jute, these sandals use recycled and sustainable materials throughout, including a latex and cork footbed, a rubber and cork outsole that's made from recycled material and a soft inner liner that's also made from recycled material. Sanuk's motto is "Helping the environment, one comfortable step at a time." Walkabouts help you walk that mantra.
Plano Bucket Topper Stowaway
The Plano Bucket Topper StowAway is an inexpensive little product that yields big value. Designed to fit on top of a standard 5-gallon bucket, the topper is a compartmentalized solution to provide extra storage on the lake, in the shop or in the blind. This product has 14 storage compartments and provides additional storage under the two removable trays.
SmartWool Socks
SmartWool Socks
I know, you're probably underwhelmed at the thought of socks under the tree, but have you ever tried SmartWool socks? Made chiefly from Merino wool and a little nylon, SmartWool socks are carefully constructed with extra wool on strategic areas of the heel and forefoot for shock and abrasion protection. These socks also feature a four-degree fit system, so your socks stay put. The best part of these socks? They do wonders to regulate body temperature, moisture and the associated odor that you find with socks made from other materials. If you hike, camp, hunt, fish or walk, you need these socks.
From $11.99
Redhead Stretch Rainwear Jacket
Redhead Stretch Rainwear Jacket
Made for people who spend their time outdoors, this jacket screams comfort. Made from a 100 percent waterproof fabric, the jacket is breathable, lightweight and quite portable as it packs down to a bag about the size of a water bottle. The jacket comes with a drawstring-adjustable hood and two zippered front pockets and is made from a material that stretches four ways for freedom of movement and comfort. It comes in a variety of colors as well as popular camouflage patterns; companion pants are available separately.
Danner Pronghorn Boots
Danner Pronghorn Boots
A standard for hunters, the Danner Pronghorn boot has a new design for 2010. Made from full-grain leather, the boot features a 100 percent waterproof lining, fatigue-fighting footbeds and arch supports, an aggressive tread pattern for superior traction and durability and an 8-inch boot height for superior ankle support and protection. At only 3.5 pounds per pair, these lightweight boots are made for years of reliable use and are available in a variety of camo patterns and insulation amounts.
Crooked Horn Outfitters Backpack Trail Light
This product falls into the "Why didn't I think about that?" category. This ingenious little light attaches to your backpack straps, binocular straps or shirt pocket and is stabilized by your torso for steady, hands-free light whenever you need it. The Backpack Trail Light has an anti-glare shield that preserves your night vision and depth perception, and has pivoting bulbs that illuminate 180 degrees around you.
SealLine Baja Dry Bag
Just about anyone who ventures outdoors needs a way to keep equipment dry. Whether it's protecting a change of clothes or camera gear, hikers, campers, anglers and hunters all have the same basic need for dry gear. With SealLine's family of Baja Dry Bags, ample, watertight storage is available in an affordable bag. The bags are made with heavy-grade vinyl sides and an even heavier bottom, and the seams are scrim-reinforced for long-lasting toughness. The dry bag seals at the top with a roll-type closure; the attached D-ring lets you secure the bag to a kayak or truck or another piece of gear. Available in sizes from 5-liter to 55-liter in black, blue, green, orange or yellow.
From $16.95
Yeti Coolers – Tundra Series
Yeti Coolers – Tundra Series
This is the gold standard in coolers. Yeti touts its coolers as tough enough to withstand a grizzly bear attack and rightfully so — the molded polyethylene body has insulation two inches thick and is made of food-grade material. The lid has three inches of insulation; a rubber gasket locks in the cold. Add no-skid rubber feet, nylon rope handles and T-latch keeper straps, and it's plain to see why the Yeti is a durable choice to keep your food cold in the field. Available in capacities from 35 to 250 quarts.
From $239.99
Day 6 Outdoors PlotWatcher Time-Lapse HD Video Camera
Day 6 Outdoors PlotWatcher Time-Lapse HD Video Camera
While game cameras have been around for a while, this little device takes the technology to a new plateau. The Day 6 Outdoors PlotWatcher Time-Lapse HD Video Camera doesn't work on a trigger mechanism; instead, it automatically takes images every five to 10 seconds, producing a 10-minute HD video, so you can monitor the activity around an area from dawn till dusk for up to seven days. The images are recorded on a USB drive; the package comes complete with viewing software. While valuable to hunters, this product also can be used by nature watchers and wildlife photographers.
Browning Tactical Hunter Control Point Light
Browning Tactical Hunter Control Point Light
A tough little flashlight, the Control Point boasts all-aluminum construction and is sealed with O-rings for water resistance. Its bright, 175-lumen bulb shines a beam 150 yards. It has three brightness settings and two flashing modes (one of which strobes SOS for emergency situations), and battery life is extended thanks to advanced digital circuitry that makes efficient use of its two lithium batteries. With a deep pocket clip and lock-out switch, this flashlight is an easy carry at only 5 1/2" long.
White River Fly Shop Lost Lake Open-Front Float Tube
Fishing from a float tube is a blast. There's something special about being down low in the water and being able to move about slowly and quietly. The open-front float tube from White River Fly Shop is a feature-packed angling solution that includes a tough 420-denier nylon construction outer shell and rugged PVC air bladders. With built-in tackle storage pouches, quick-release seating, a casting apron, a rod holder and a passel of other features, the tube lets you stay out on the lake all day.
Canon Underwater Camera Housing
Canon Underwater Camera Housing
Want to take your outdoor photographer to a new creative level? An underwater housing can open up a whole new world. Once thought to be the realm of only the most experienced adventure photographer, underwater and wet-weather photography is now available to the masses with digital photography and low-cost housings. Made with clear polycarbonite, these economical housings are made for Canon's line of point-and-shoot cameras. The external buttons and dials allow access to all the camera's functions. Most housings are submersible to up to 130 feet and allow for external accessories such as an underwater flash.
From $157.00
OtterBox Defender Phone Cover
OtterBox Defender Phone Cover
Smart phones are definitely the rage, and cell phones, as a rule, are an indispensable piece of outdoor equipment to connect you and your loved ones (as well as to provide emergency help). Because of dirt penetration and rough use, smart phones are susceptible to failure in the field. The OtterBox Defender Phone Cover fits popular smart phone models like the iPhone and Blackberry, protecting the phone from dust and the shocks associated with dropping the phone.


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Nevada Ballet Theatre crowned its year of milestones on Dec. 17-24 with a version of the "Nutcracker" that was a sweet sip of tradition and contemporary creativity. This year, the company turned 40, the "Nutcracker" tradition turned 30 and this year marked NBT's third year performing at Paris Las Vegas. Don't let the long history fool you, though. Artistic director James Canfield's partnerships with choreographers like Ballet Idaho's Peter Anastos contributes to the progressive feel of classic works like "The Nutcracker."
Anastos was the choreographic brain behind this year's production and his whimsical movement, while not vintage "Nutcracker," somehow suited the Las Vegas aura. Holly Madison of "Peepshow" at Planet Hollywood also had a brief cameo in a matinee performance. Balletomanes might be cringing, but it's hard to argue with something that makes a classical ballet more approachable to a wide audience.
As a whole, the ballet fit the bill as a sugary-sweet holiday confection. Warm pantomime set the scene in the first act, with children carrying garlands and gifts madly dashing around decked-out adults. An air of geniality mantled the party scene and the exuberant academy students lent a rosy glow.
Marcus Bugler as Herr Drosselmeyer was wisely cast; his effervescent animation of the magician was infectious as he ushered the children and the plot along. Josue Calderon and Betsy Lucas as Fritz and Clara, respectively, embodied bubbly excitement admirably. The brief pas de deux between Clara and Preston Swovelin's Nutcracker Doll in the first act was delightfully sweet and sincere.
Leigh Hartley's Ballerina Doll would have been the perfect object of a young girl's affection, blowing kisses and tottering about. The Mouse Doll, danced by Ariel Triunfo, was spunky and precise, eliciting laughs from the audience in short order. The battle scene, populated as it was by munchkins in mice costumes, continued the adorable ambience.
The Snow King and Queen, danced by Grigori Arakelyan and Leigh Hartley, amplified the dreamlike nature of Anastos' choreography. Hartley's airy suspension suited the role, although the multitude of partnered penches left the audience with an inkling that Hartley could do more — with one of her exemplary side extensions, perhaps. Nonetheless, the delicately falling snow was another Las Vegas Easter egg and the frosty royalty, accompanied by flurries of Snowflakes, concluded the first act well.
The Kingdom of Sweets, enchanting as it is, was further exemplified by Anastos' playful choreography. Sarah Fuhrman's pert Sugarplum and Amy Von Handorf's Arabian variation stood out as especially fresh, and Jeremy Bannon-Neches as a grandiose Cavalier was a strong complement. While purists might dispute the contemporary riffs, the modifications were refreshing for a ballet with such tenure. Zachary Hartley was outstanding in an unorthodox, one-man Russian variation, wowing the audience with robust displays of double fans, coffee grinders and high-flying leaps.
Alissa Dale's Dewdrop Fairy flounced delicately with a company of flowers in the iconic waltz, the length of which was offset by the activity that remained at a nice simmer. The Spanish chocolate was full of spice and sass and the reed flutes number was a gilded and candy-sweet affair. The bright and chipper Chinese tea number and NBT's signature saltwater taffy sailors rounded out the act in fanciful style.
Overall, NBT and Peter Anastos seem to be a good match. Perhaps the biggest tragedy in the show was the lack of live music, especially in a city that is full of more-than qualified musicians.
Beyond the holidays, though, Canfield's willingness to experiment bodes well for a company that will soon have large slippers to fill. In May, the company will be stepping into a theater at the Smith Center that will seat more than 2,000 people, which is a daunting prospect for any regional company. However, NBT seems well positioned to make this transition, and being backed by the Las Vegas Philharmonic (also at the Smith Center) likely won't hurt either.


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Picture This: Doing What it Takes to Keep Running
Keeping a Winston Cup car in the race after an altercation takes some real ingenuity
In the aftermath of a race crash, teams launch into action to assess the possibility of continuing a race. Unfortunately, the situation is often terminal, and during those times, it's time to pack up and go home. In other cases, though, the car may be able to continue. The only way to know is to get the car to its pit to check it out and, hopefully, get it back on the track.
The need to stay on the track is vital because in today's racing environment, every point lost can literally cost thousands of dollars, so it stands to reason that teams will do whatever it takes to keep running.
That was the situation for the Square D team in the Pennsylvania 500 race at Pocono. Driver Kenny Wallace got caught up in a track melee with Geoffrey Bodine and Jerry Nadeau going into Turn 1. After the crash, the #55 car managed to get back to the pits, where the damage assessment began.
To get the real skinny of what happened during this sequence, we turned to Crew Chief Jimmy Elledge. Here is what he told us about the event:
The first thing we did was to talk to Kenny and make sure he was OK--that's the most important communication that we have. Once we knew he was all right, we asked about the oil pressure and water temperature. In a crash of any kind, you can lose an oil-pump belt, oil line, or have a break in the water system. If the water temperature or oil pressure were bad, you wouldn't want to have the car driven any further. It would be a waste to blow an engine just limping into the pits.
Once we were satisfied that the vital signs were good and the car could still roll, we got Kenny to the pit stall. With the car in the pits, the first obvious thing was to change the flat tires on the right side--the left side was still up. Then we tore off the fenders and did a quick assessment of the rear deck. All of this was being done while our spotter kept us informed about the location of the pace car.
When the car was patched up enough to go back out and the NASCAR inspector gave us the OK, Kenny went out ahead of the pace car so we could stay on the lead lap. During this lap, Kenny radioed that the car was not handling. When he came back in, we jacked the car up and saw that there were some real problems. The rear clip was bent and the whole rear section was too low to the ground, so we took the car behind the wall to take a closer look.
In the garage, we saw it was terminal because there weren't enough laps left to fix the problems.
It wasn't an end that we wanted, but we have to deal with it. When a car is wrecked, sometimes you can luck out and are able to finish the race, but other times you can't. This was one of those times when lady luck did not smile on us, so we put it behind us and started thinking about the next race.


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