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Minneapolis, MN – June 3, 2014 — Epoch Lacrosse has officially signed on as a sponsor of Team Adrenaline Lacrosse and the LXM Pro Tour. Epoch will be providing Team Adrenaline's elite players with the most technologically advanced lacrosse equipment including its cutting edge carbon composite Dragonfly shafts, game changing "Otter Mesh" and the company's much-anticipated "HAWK" head.
"Epoch is approaching lacrosse in the same manner that we do at Adrenaline. By actively looking to partner with companies in our great sport that have an inclusive and proactive vision for the future of the game they are undoubtedly the right partner for Adrenaline. I am excited to work together with Epoch to help them push their great brand and products throughout the lacrosse world. To me this is another great move towards like-minded partnerships that will unify and help the game leap to the next level." Alex Cade CEO Adrenaline Lacrosse.
"We could not be happier to partner with Adrenaline and LXM at this exciting point in the evolution of professional lacrosse," said James Miceli, Principal at Epoch Lacrosse. "Adrenaline and LXM have done an outstanding job bringing the best players on the planet together and giving them and their sponsors the ultimate stage on which to shine."
LXM PRO is professional lacrosse done the right way for the right reasons. Epoch's relationship with Adrenaline and LXM includes hard goods sponsorship of Team Adrenaline, Official Sponsorship of LXM with use of LXM trademarks, images and videos from events. Epoch will also receive exposure at LXM events including game day product demonstrations, field, tenting and flyer signage.
LXM PRO has had tremendous success creating the only up close and personal mission based professional lacrosse experience. Talent laden rosters are composed of some of the best players in the world who have chosen to compete on an authentic stage that affords them the opportunity to engage with young players, connect with fans and truly give back to the sport.
About Adrenaline Lacrosse:
Adrenaline is the most impactful company in lacrosse due to its multi-faceted and authentic nature. Through cutting edge team, performance, and lifestyle apparel, Adrenaline represents the core of lacrosse. Adrenaline dedicates much of its efforts towards enacting a positive social change by utilizing the power of sports in the Adrenaline Awareness program. Adrenaline owns the LXM PRO tour and executes the top events programs in lacrosse with Training Programs, Recruiting Programs, Clubs, and Tournaments. The Adrenaline Recruiting System features the #1 program in the nation, The Adrenaline Blackcard, and boasts the nation's top Collegiate Placement Success Rate (CPSR). Adrenaline Starz is the largest Club network in the sport including the nationally top ranked Adrenaline West Coast Starz Teams. In moments of stress and adversity Adrenaline makes you #AllFightNoFlight. Visit our website at adrln.com or contact us at email@example.com.
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Epoch Lacrosse delivers the finest manufactured lacrosse equipment designed to increase playability and maximize performance by utilizing world-class materials and manufacturing techniques. Epoch tests and re-tests each of its designs to ensure optimal durability, playability and performance. Epoch's goal is simple, to give players every opportunity to reach their true potential. Live. Play. Be.
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Preparing the Files to be Scanned
The most important and time-consuming part of the scanning process is prepping the files for scanning. Before files can be scanned all staples and paper clips must be removed and all Post-it notes must be taped into position to ensure that they can pass through the scanner without jamming it. It is important that all messages and notes containing information are attached to a page in a way that it can easily be referenced in the new digital format. Another important step during the file preparation is the insertion of bar coded cover sheets. These sheets identify document index data, as well as provide section or document break information.
Preparing the files takes time and care. Skilled and experienced professionals, like the staff from OptiScan®, can process thousands of sheets per hour and take the strain off of an already busy office staff allowing them to focus on what they do best.
The Scanning Process
First, let's take a moment to talk about scanners. Not all scanners are created equal and it is important that your Scanning Service works with your practice to select equipment appropriate for your needs. Scanners come in different shapes, sizes and speeds – and are generally priced accordingly. The average page rates for medium to high level scanners range from 60-100 pages per minute. Scanning companies, such as OptiScan, will use their experience and assess each clients needs individually and select equipment based on these needs.
Once the equipment has been chosen and the files have been prepped it is time to scan the data. As the pages are scanned they are imported directly into a software system, like OptiScan®ChartWorx, where the barcodes are read and key index data is retrieved and entered into the database.
After the Scan – Quality Control
Once the scanning is complete, the work is far from over. The newly scanned data enters into the quality control phase, where data is carefully reviewed by experienced professionals to ensure that it meets the company's quality standards. These professionals enhance the scanned images to improve readability and orientation, as well as delete irrelevant scans. The next step of the quality control phase is the index validation. During this phase, the quality control professionals will validate the barcode index data and section break location. Additional index information can be efficiently keyed in or merged with external databases, if required. Once this step is complete, the documents are ready to be exported to PDF's and delivered according to the clients' requirements. The new files can then be imported into the clients' EMR system and linked with the patients' information.
As you can see, there are many steps involved in transitioning from paper-based patient charts to digital charts. With the importance of the legacy paper-based chart information, it is essential to understand the entire process and the value that a Scanning Services company, such as OptiScan, brings to it.
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Week 2 is upon us, and if this is your first look at the schedule, then you're going to like what you see. Heck, you might be all hot dogs and apple pie about it.
There are plenty of divisional games on the docket: Jets-Patriots, Vikings-Bears, Browns-Ravens, Saints-Buccaneers, Titans-Texans, 49ers-Seahawks, and Steelers-Bengals. That's seven games that matter in the standings now. This week will paint a picture of how the AFC North stacks up -- let's hope they don't turn the ball over 680 times, like the NFC East did in Week 1.
@Harrison_NFL I love under the radar games. Browns@ravens plus jags@raiders. Also want to see cards@lionsâ Rory anderson (@holistic_pickle) September 12, 2013
OK, Rory. Does Dolphins-Colts count? That matchup has my curiosity piqued. Otherwise, it's a tough call between the latest installment of the Manning Bowl and Niners-Seahawks when it comes to the premium game of Week 2. Of course, it's also cool whenever Dallas and Kansas City get together. You history buffs might recall that those franchises both were based in Dallas once. In fact, Cowboys general manager Tex Schramm and Chiefs owner Lamar Hunt secretly met at Love Field Airport (which had its own eerie history in the 1960s) to help forge the AFL-NFL merger. But that's a column for another day.
So let's dive into the here and the now with this weekend's games. As always, your take is welcome. We read 'em all ... @Harrison_NFL is the storefront for such things.
Elliot Harrison went 12-4 on his predictions for Week 1. How will he fare in Week 2? His picks are below, with home teams listed second:
If there's one potential true upset pick of the week with which you could impress your friends, taking the Rams here might be it, as most are expecting the Falcons to be fired up to get back on track. Too bad I don't have the guts. This will, of course, be an interesting affair for veteran Falcons running back Steven Jackson, who ran for over 10,000 yards and caught 407 passes in a Rams uniform. He should be relied on often by Atlanta, both through the air (five catches for 45 yards against the New Orleans Saints in Week 1) and on the ground. Going to the run will be the most appropriate way for the Falcons to keep Matt Ryan off his back, considering how effective the Rams' front four can be -- after all, Robert Quinn had three sacks against the Arizona Cardinals last Sunday by himself. The feeling here is that Falcons tight end Tony Gonzalez will present matchup problems in the red zone. ... Oh, and Sean Payton doesn't coach the Rams. So that just upped the Falcons' chances of winning by about 350 percent. #STLvsATL
Cleveland usually plays Baltimore very tough ... that's why I'm predicting a blowout. Actually, my sense is that the Ravens -- particularly their defense -- will be extremely fired up to put kickoff night in Denver behind them. New Browns coach Rob Chudzinski is going to get this deal turned around eventually -- just not in Week 2 against an angry Terrell Suggs-fueled pass rush that will aim to do what the Dolphins did to the Browns in Week 1: collapse the pocket around Brandon Weeden. So Chudzinski will have to "max protect", which means either leaving tight end Jordan Cameron in to block more or choosing to not send the backs out. Figure on the latter scenario, as Cameron was the most heavily used target in the passing game last Sunday (nine catches for 108 yards). What a bright spot for the Browns he's becoming. #CLEvsBAL
Against the Seahawks last Sunday, the Panthers couldn't get their offense going. They ran the fewest plays in the league in Week 1 (49); by contrast, New England ran 89 in Buffalo. If Carolina picks up the tempo, that could prohibit the Bills' defensive line from making plays, thus putting the game on a depleted secondary. Buffalo, meanwhile, will have trouble scoring against this defense, which allowed Seattle to gain just 2.69 yards per carry. Challenging the Panthers' secondary and throwing the ball to running back C.J. Spiller is the Bills' best bet; get the Carolina linebackers out in space. At the end of the day, though, I'm thinking Cam Newton will have to win this one for the Panthers. #CARvsBUF
The Bears had more trouble stopping the Bengals last Sunday than you might've thought. The key? Turnovers. Thus, Vikings quarterback Christian Ponder can't throw three picks again, while Adrian Peterson can't revert to his fumble-prone self of 2008 and '09. Vikings receiver Jerome Simpson had a huge game against the Lions (seven receptions for 140 yards), but I don't see him doing the same against Bears cornerbacks Tim Jennings and Charles Tillman. Minnesota's Kyle Rudolph should be pertinent to the outcome of this NFC North battle. Can Bears linebacker D.J. Williams stay with the tall tight end? How much will Chicago safeties Chris Conte and Major Wright be covering him and not staying over the top of Simpson and Greg Jennings? If Williams can shut down Rudolph, it'll be "game over," because Peterson isn't winning this one by himself. Meanwhile, expect a moderate but effective day from Bears quarterback Jay Cutler -- something like 22-of-30 passing for 244 yards and two touchdowns. #MINvsCHI
All signs point to a shootout in Green Bay. One wonders if
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Aaron Rodgers. Actually, don't wonder -- he will. Here's why:
A) With the Packers' pass protection and Rodgers' tendency to hold the ball, Redskins pass rushers Ryan Kerrigan (who was all over the field against the Eagles on Monday) and Brian Orakpo have the potential to do some real damage -- unless you can tire them out.
B) Washington's defense is in prime position to be run down, as it will be operating on a short week.
C) The Packers have the personnel to do it.
After all, even Jermichael Finley looked good against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 1 -- though he did, of course, hurt his toe. If he can avoid missing much time, Finley has a chance to put up over 800 yards and eight touchdowns this year. What is Robert Griffin III going to put up? It's a fair question, as neither he nor his support system -- the Washington ground game -- overly impressed on Monday. But let's not overreact until we see more from RGIII. #WASvsGB
It won't surprise me if Tennessee comes out ballin' en route to an early 14-0 lead. Houston sometimes has a tendency to come out of the gate slowly; over the last nine games (including the postseason), the Texans have been outscored 127-93 in the first half. That's not what you want to see from a " Super Bowl contender." Now, let's hope the Titans don't spot this week's opponent a quick two because their kick returner needs Google Maps to figure out where the goal line is. ( Was that strange or what?) The interesting aspect of this game will be how Jake Locker handles the Texans' rush. Can he make Houston pay for sending five and six by completing accurate throws, like Philip Rivers did Monday night? In the end, Tennessee is going to find the Houston running back tandem of Arian Foster and Ben Tate to be a hair better -- and tougher to stop -- than the Isaac Redman-LaRod Stephens-Howling train was last Sunday. #TENvsHOU
Indianapolis does it to Miami again. When these two AFC clubs hooked up last year, the Colts stopped a last-gasp Dolphins drive. At that time, the matchup was a battle of rookie quarterbacks. Now, in Year 2, Andrew Luck and Ryan Tannehill presumably will take a step forward. What does that entail? For Tannehill, it hopefully means throwing more touchdown passes; in 17 career games, he has just 13 scoring strikes. Tannehill also has to get Mike Wallace more involved -- throw it deep twice and make the Colts defend the whole field. That will at least loosen things up for what was an awful running game in Week 1. Look for Luck to sprint out of the pocket more this week than he did against the Raiders last Sunday, as the Dolphins' pass rush is pretty doggone good (six sacks to open the season) -- and the secondary isn't much worse. #MIAvsIND
If Miles Austin can repeat the results of his first career start -- 10 catches for two touchdowns and a franchise-record 250 yards in 2009 at Arrowhead Stadium -- then the Cowboys will be in good shape. Austin will probably be matched up against Chiefs cornerback Sean Smith, which should be an advantage for a bruised -- if not battered -- Tony Romo. Dez Bryant, who isn't fully healthy, will be on the other side, where perhaps the most underappreciated corner in the game ( Brandon Flowers) resides. Cowboys tackle Doug Free will have his hands full with Justin Houston; it should be interesting to see how the Dallas offense fares. Kansas City should be able to move the ball, but the Chiefs will need a better outing from Dwayne Bowe, as Dallas' defense > Jacksonville's defense. This should be one of the best games of Week 2. #DALvsKC
San Diego's defense is better than the Redskins unit that Philadelphia faced on Monday; of course, we shouldn't anticipate the Eagles tapping the brakes in the second half this time, either. Philip Rivers has to avoid the costly turnover. Look, the pick by Texans linebacker Brian Cushing in San Diego's Monday night loss to Houston was spectacular, no doubt ... but it was not the result of a boneheaded play by Rivers. Still, the more he turns the ball over, or the more the Chargers go three-and-out, the more tired that San Diego defense will get. If Manti Te'o returns to action, this will not be a fun debut for the rookie linebacker. San Diego could do a lot for its defense by turning to Ryan Mathews in the second half. The starting tailback got all of three carries after halftime on Monday. Chip Kelly's offense should get a lot of 7-yard slants and out-routes to DeSean Jackson and Riley Cooper, as Chargers corners tend to give up too much cushion. Eagles win. #2-0Chipmania #SDvsPHI
This is certainly a tough one to call. Reggie Bush is not going to put up 190-plus yards again; after tweaking his groin on Sunday, Bush wasn't feeling the best. Of course, it's always nice to have a soft pillow to land on ... like your head coach saying, "It's life in the big city." Hey, if it were your groin, you wouldn't want to do so much as the NordicTrack. But we digress. This game truly will test Matthew Stafford's mettle, as Arizona's linebackers and back four are more talented than the Vikings defenders Stafford faced in Week 1. If Bush can't get it going for Detroit, then Nate Burleson and guys not named Calvin Johnson will have to come through. Arizona, meanwhile, must protect Carson Palmer. Though the Cardinals gave up four sacks last Sunday, Palmer had enough time to hit his top three wideouts ( Larry Fitzgerald, Andre Roberts and Michael Floyd) 20 times. This should be a very tight ballgame. #DETvsAZ
Not that this is going to be a recurring theme for the Saints or anything, but they came up with a huge goal-line stand the last time they played the Buccaneers in Tampa, and it was a major factor in New Orleans' 35-28 win. Does anyone remember the second matchup between these teams last season? It was decided by a score of 41-0 -- and no, the Bucs didn't take that game, either. I expect this to be simultaneously close and wide open. There's no way the Saints shut out the Tampa Bay offense. Drew Brees, meanwhile, will avoid Darrelle Revis, using his tight ends and backs to consistently make the Bucs' linebackers sprint out in coverage; Jimmy Graham could easily catch eight balls, while I could see the backs snagging something like 15. To stay with Brees, Tampa Bay quarterback Josh Freeman has to be more accurate than he was against the New York Jets last Sunday, and his receivers have to get more separation. This is a critical game for a Buccaneers football team that has lost six of its last seven games going back to 2012. #NOvsTB
Big Blue is always capable of responding to adversity -- after all, there are few teams more resilient than Tom Coughlin's squad. But this is a bad matchup for the Giants. With the injuries in their secondary, it will be difficult for them to cover Broncos receivers Demaryius Thomas, Wes Welker and Eric Decker -- and let's not forget tight end Julius Thomas, who caught two touchdown passes in the season opener. Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten put up two scores on New York's defense last Sunday, partially because the Giants were so focused on bracketing Dez Bryant. The G-Men also mostly manned up on Dallas' third receiver, rookie Terrance Williams. Decker is a far bigger threat. The best thing that could happen for the Giants is for David Wilson to start and pop a 30-yard run early. Get his butt going. Oh, did we mention this is Peyton vs. Eli? Cool. #DENvsNYG
Neither defense is exactly dominant. But don't worry, the offenses make up for it ... by not being any great shakes, either. The question here is this: What can Terrelle Pryor give this Raiders team? Will he repeat his performance against the Colts last Sunday, when he was the only guy all day to rush for over 100 yards? It's important for Pryor to not hastily throw the ball into coverage or take some of the unnecessary risks he took versus the Colts and in the preseason. Meanwhile, Jacksonville coach Gus Bradley's defense will have the challenge of staying disciplined, so as not to give Pryor such easy escape routes. The Jags have had a week to study how the Colts responded to the athletic quarterback; remember, defense is Bradley's side of the ball. What will the Jaguars get from Chad Henne, who didn't fare well last year in Oakland, where he was sacked three times in less than a full game's worth of work? Jacksonville's best bet might be to double the number of carries Maurice Jones-Drew had in Week 1 (15). Bring the ground game back, somebody. Please. #JAXvsOAK
This NFC West showdown could easily end in a 23-20 win for the Seattle Seahawks after a Russell Wilson-led comeback, much like the Seahawks' season opener. Not feeling it, though; my sense is that the 49ers' defense will atone for the embarrassing loss in Seattle last December. Two issues arose in that defeat ... First, San Francisco abandoned the ground attack early, putting the whole game on Colin Kaepernick, who had just five career starts under his belt at that point. The second issue for the Niners was their lack of pass rush. With Justin Smith out with a torn triceps, Aldon Smith pretty much became a non-factor. Things can't go that way in Seattle this time. Meanwhile, the Seahawks are without Bruce Irvin and ( quite possibly) Chris Clemons, which is important, given how Kaepernick played last Sunday. Usually, we take Seattle at home, but we're sticking with the hot Niners this time. #SFvsSEA
When these teams last met in Cincinnati, Pittsburgh won predominantly on the strength of two factors: Jonathan Dwyer rushing for 122 yards on 17 carries in probably the finest game of his Steelers career, and tight end Heath Miller catching six balls, including a touchdown grab in tight coverage. Uh, it's safe to say neither will happen this time around. Dwyer, who was recently cut by the team, just got re-signed, but without injured starting center Maurkice Pouncey, Pittsburgh won't gain 122 rushing yards -- total. And Miller (knee) isn't ready to play yet. The Bengals? They should be fired up after giving away their season opener in Chicago. The Bengals moved the ball effectively against a solid Bears defense (gaining 340 yards and converting seven of their 11 third-down chances), but they turned the ball over three times. Andy Dalton and Co. right the ship this week. #PITvsCIN
Stevan Ridley can't be dropping the ball on the carpet for the Patriots, who are a better football team than the offensively challenged Jets. The last thing Pats coach Bill Belichick wants to do is provide Gang Green's offense with short fields. If Ridley fumbles, expect a large dose of LeGarrette Blount. On the other side, while the Patriots' secondary can be beat, the Jets don't necessarily have the receivers to threaten it ... at least not with an unproven rookie like Geno Smith throwing the ball. That's where veteran tight end Kellen Winslow (seven receptions, including one for a touchdown, against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last Sunday) becomes extremely important. The thought here is that the Patriots' short passing game wins this AFC East contest. #NYJvsNE
Follow Elliot Harrison on Twitter @Harrison_NFL.


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SAN FRANCISCO (MarketWatch)—Tiffany & Co. jumped Wednesday after the luxury retailer posted stronger-than-expected earnings, while Netflix Inc. rose after announcing plans to expand services to six European countries.
Tiffany TIF, -1.18% shares rallied 8.9%. The jeweler on Wednesday posted first-quarter results that beat estimates, reporting per-share earnings of 97 cents on sales of $1 billion. Tiffany raised its fiscal 2015 earnings outlook to a range of $4.15 to $4.25 a share and said it expects sales to rise by a percentage in the high single digits.
Netflix NFLX, +1.46% shares gained 4.3%. The video-streaming company said Wednesday that it will launch in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, Belgium and Luxembourg later this year. Netflix will release details on pricing and programming later.
U.S.-listed shares of Trina Solar Ltd. US:TSL soared 32% after first-quarter earnings beat expectations. The Chinese company on Wednesday swung to a profit of $26.5 million, or 37 cents a share, from a year-earlier loss of $63.7 million, or 90 cents a share. Net revenue rose to $444.8 million from $260.2 million in the year-ago period. Analysts polled by FactSet had expected earnings of 3 cents on revenue of $441.9 million.
TJX Cos. TJX, +0.83% shares climbed 5%, recovering from the previous session's steep losses. The retailer said Tuesday its first-quarter earnings edged up but trimmed the top end of its fiscal-year earnings outlook.
PetSmart Inc. US:PETM shares dropped 8%. The company on Wednesday reported first-quarter sales of $1.73 billion, which fell short of estimates. PetSmart also said it expects fiscal 2014 same-store sales to be "relatively flat," net sales growth in the low single digits, and per-share earnings of between $4.29 and $4.39. "We did not achieve our sales goals, which were impacted by a challenging and volatile consumer environment and a competitive market," said David Lenhardt, PetSmart's chief executive.
Salesforce.com Inc. CRM, -0.12% shares fell 5.1% after the Web-based business software applications company late Tuesday reported a first-quarter loss of $96.9 million, or 16 cents a share, compared with a loss of $67.7 million, or 12 cents a share, in the year-ago period.
Hormel Foods Corp. shares HRL, +0.79% shed 2.8%. The food manufacturer posted second-quarter earnings of 52 cents a share, which missed Wall Street expectations. Hormel said it expects full-year earnings to be toward the lower end of its previous outlook of $2.17 to $2.27 a share, pressured by higher costs of pork, beef, turkey and avocado.
Frontier Communications Corp. FTR, +0.00% shares fell 5.3%. The stock is up roughly 20% so far in 2014.
Tickers to Watch
EBAY: EBay Inc. EBAY, +0.57% shares fell 0.4%. The online commerce site on Wednesday notified customers to change their passwords following a cyberattack that compromised a database containing encrypted passwords.
INTU: Intuit Inc. INTU, +1.02% shares recovered from earlier losses to rise 0.8%. The tax software company on Tuesday said its fiscal third-quarter profit rose 20% to $984 million, or $3.39 a share. Excluding items, the company said it earned $3.53 a share. The company had previously forecast per-share earnings of $3.46 to $3.51.
TGT: Target Corp. TGT, +0.30% shares rose 1.1% after the retailer early Wednesday reported first-quarter adjusted earnings of 70 cents a share, below the 71 cents a share forecast by analysts in a FactSet survey.
AIG: Shares of American International Group Inc. AIG, +1.35% climbed 1.9%. The stock was upgraded to buy with a new 12-month price target of $63 at Goldman Sachs.
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Calhoun County fishermen believe they are not being informed on the effects of the oil that has made its way south from a shipwreck in the Houston Ship Channel.
As the result of this concern, more than 60 fishermen, shrimpers, oyster harvesters and bait-stand owners met with a Port Lavaca attorney Sunday to talk about the situation.
"Obviously, people want to know what's going on because it could affect their livelihood," said Jane Lane, an attorney whose office is in Port Lavaca. "We are looking at this as an investigation."
Lane organized the meeting at her Port O'Connor home after receiving several concerned phone calls from community members.
The 90-minute meeting was about sharing information, gathering information and conducting an investigation, she said. No litigation has been filed at this time.
"Community members are grateful for the cleanup and containment efforts," she said. "We would just like to have a little more input as to what is going on and how it is affecting everybody. If we got information, we wouldn't have had 60-plus people turn up to my house."
The Port O'Connor Community Center became a Matagorda Bay incident command post Wednesday in response to oil headed toward Matagorda Island.
Members of the community attempting to access the public building have been blocked by a Calhoun County sheriff's deputy.
"The fishermen around here think they're hiding stuff," said Johnny Williams, 59, of Port O'Connor. "They've been giving answers like needles in a haystack."
Williams, who is a commercial shrimper and oysterman, said he went to the community center several times to get information and volunteer to help and was given a claims phone number to call. He called the number, and it was disconnected, he said.
On Saturday, Williams and his wife again went to the community center. When Williams attempted to gain access to the community center, he was told to leave or he would be arrested by the deputy on duty, he said.
"They got Coast Guard and everybody in the world down there except the local people," Williams said.
Having a deputy at the door of a command center is routine, said Greg Beuerman, a spokesperson for the Joint Information Center in the Unified Command.
"Responses to these incidents are not public events. Certainly, anyone who has questions will be directed to the right person. Sometimes that person is on site, and sometimes they are not," he said.
Beuerman said local officials are invited to take part in a daily phone call about the response efforts. There are 65 people who represent communities along the Texas Gulf Coast who take part in the call now.
These people are elected officials on the county and city level, county emergency management and port authorities, he said. None of these officials have expressed a desire for a public hearing, he said.
Port O'Connor is an unincorporated community and does not have any elected officials.
Calhoun County has a presence at the command center through Calhoun County Emergency Management office, Beuerman said. While a representative of Calhoun County Emergency Management is present at the command center and receives daily briefings, no one from the office has been on the site of the oil wash up on the Gulf-side of Matagorda Island, said LaDonna Thigpen, emergency coordinator for Calhoun County.
Matagorda County's interests are being represented by Texas Parks and Wildlife and U.S. Fish and Wildlife, Beuerman said.
Matagorda County Judge Nate McDonald said he was contacted when oil moved into the area last week and has continued to receive updates from the regulatory agencies responding to the oil spill.


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Storage Space, Outline
A Storage Space sign supplemented by a word message storage distance sign should be used where there is a highway intersection in close proximity to the highway-rail grade crossing and an engineering study determines that adequate space is not available to store a design vehicle(s) between the highway intersection and the train dynamic envelope. The Storage Space signs should be mounted in advance of the highway-rail grade crossing at an appropriate location to advise drivers of the space available for vehicle storage between the highway intersection and the highway-rail grade crossing.
Federal Highway Administration Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, 2003 Edition (including 2004 and 2007 revisions) (Washington, DC: United States Department of Transportation, 2007)


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The year was 2007. Franklin and I had just witnessed one of the ugliest wins of the season against the Lions, but a win nonetheless in a very long season. It would've been an otherwise forgettable game except for two events:
1) Brett Favre became the NFL's all-time completions leader, and
2) Afterward we went barhopping with Bubba Franks
No, Bubba didn't drive around with us in my Packer Tercel. No, Bubba doesn't know us from Adam. But he did end up at 3 of the 5 bars we were at that night, including the one-and-only Anduzzi's. And that basically means he was partying with us that night.
A weird thing happens when you see a celebrity in public. First, you can't help but stare. Are you watching TV, or is this real life? Your brain needs a few moments to process this rare encounter. Then, you deliberate whether you should approach said celebrity and make contact. After all, this might never happen again and you'll always have that memory and bragging right.
Franklin and I decided not to bother poor ol' Bubba. He had been having his worst year ever as a pro and was getting consistently booed for uncharacteristically dropping passes all season long. (I think he even dropped a TD pass or two that day.) That last thing he needed was some random bar fan telling him things would get better for him and the Packers, but it sure was an honor to meet him, etc. But what was he doing out at the bars? And just who was he looking for? He was speed-walking around the bars on a mission for something/someone. Franklin and I merely observed (when not gnawing on deep-fried curds and dancing with the local cougars).
At the 5th and final bar of the night, we found Bubba yet again – still pacing around by himself, beerless and aimless. This Ranter had seen enough. I had to know what the deal was.
"I'm going to buy him a beer," I told Franklin, who was busy playing paddy cake with a blonde in a Santa hat and therefore completely ignorant to my actions.
"Can I shake your hand?" I asked Bubba as he turned the corner. He was surprised, I think, because I was the first person to approach him all night. And he obliged… mostly. He kinda gave me one of those casual slapping of the hands and quickly moved on before I could ask him whether he wanted a Red or a Honeyweiss.
Yes, awkward. Yes, unnecessary. But it was totally worth it because I learned something about Bubba no one would've guessed: his hands were really soft! I'm talking baby soft! I turned around to Franklin and announced, "He totally moisturizes!" It was incredible. This was not some afternoon in July when a man's hands are naturally moisturized without the aid of lotions and potions. This was below-freezing December weather in Wisconsin and this 6'6, 265-lb. gladiator had just been out there in spandex and a T-shirt battling living giants for three hours. You'd think his hands would've been bleeding, cracked and calloused – totally not the case.
Now the only thing that bugs me is why would a TE with such soft hands have dropped two TD passes that day? The world may never know, but this guy might.
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Barhopping With Bubba Franks
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pup will retrieve dummies but not birds
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2010 10:08 am
Hi y'all. I'm new to the forum. I have a seven month old German Shorthaired Pointer, Annabelle. She has been retrieving dummies since she was 3 months old. Now we fetch with a canvas dummy with duck wings sewed on. She will stay and wait for the fetch command. She has successfully made water retrievals, but will NOT fetch a duck if it falls on land. I do not understand this at all! Any one have a similar experience or any advice??? I am stumped on what to do.