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Windows Phone marketshare reportedly overtakes the iPhone in China
All eyes were on Microsoft's rather important launch of Windows Phone in China earlier this year. Nokia followed up with the Lumia 800c, released on China Telecom. According to Michel van der Bel, COO of Greater China Region at Microsoft, the company has achieved 7% marketshare in the country, overtaking the iPhone (sitting at just 6%).
Before you think "well 7% isn't something to get excited about", remember that the platform has only officially been available for just under two months. Windows Phone has captured 7% of the Chinese smartphone market in just 60 days, and the campaign has only just begun. This kind of growth is a struggling goal for the platform in other markets, so it's positive to see Chinese consumers choosing the Windows Phone experience. Plus, it's always a great headline when Windows Phone beats the popular iPhone.
With manufacturers also on-board and attacking supported countries, Windows Phone should look to repeat the success story currently being written in China, especially with Nokia powering through marketing budgets. There's still much more to do in China though, as van der Bel went on to admit the company understands the difficult task ahead and has deployed a 2,500 head strong team in its R&D department to focus on the Asian market.
There are 48 comments. Sign in to commentWinFan1 says:
Awesome AWESOME AWESOME !!!
GTechQuest says:
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Dorknight says:
Wooot!! *high five*
alaskanjackson says:
I am wondering why some of the recent impressive Russian/China WP success has not been reported into any of the financial news outlets like CNBC, YH finance, MS finance. Hell even the proprietary research I get through TD Ameritrade has none of this info?
lippidp says:
I wonder about that, too. Maybe no one can believe it. Maybe it's just an anomaly. Maybe it's not true. When 2Q Gartner report comes out and if WP has shown some gains then people will take notice.
bt66 says:
Media is too much in love with AAPL & everything else is thrown under the bus at the moment. We need a really good quarter from Nokia to get some love from these outlets. Hope it's aroound the corner..
dynamic_cast says:
Maybe many people became more AAPL share holders in the past years.
gorebashd says:
That's awesome news! Go WP!!
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vault21x says:
yo, but we need to get som WPs on China Mobile, ASAP. that the largest carrier in the world (by far), FYI..
they also don't have the iPhone officially on there (though many use it on the network, like t-mobile), but I heard Apple's in talks. it would be a major win for WP if the Lumias came there first..
mrolympia74 says:
This is very important for windows phone. China is the biggest cell phone market in the works by far. If windows phone does well in china and by the looks of it will do well in the US. It will be a huge success. I'm very happy to here this. WP7 FTW!!!
rodneyej says:
Now, we need more share in the US! Hopefully companies like Samsung and HTC will catch on to this, and push WP on American consumers... Just goes to show how much better Asians are at making decisions than Americans....
Daniel Rubino says:
All indicators point to Nokia having more success here in the States over Europe (except Finland and Germany), which is a bit ironic.
mythos13 says:
You might have a better source of information but when looking at the statcounter.com data there are several other European countries ahead of the US in WP data usage share: France, Italy, Belgium and Luxembourg are clearly ahead while Greece and the Netherlands generally are still ahead of the US but it's getting close. I do expect the US to start passing some of these countries in data usage share soon though.
Bruno H says:
That's because the Nokia marketing is non-existent over here! When they launched the Lumia 800 in Sweden they made some marketing for a week, and after that nothing. People have already forgot about the Lumia phones and gone back to buy what all the other guys are using... iPhones... :-(
But I am more happy that Nokia gets a good market share in US and china than in Sweden... For now...
Nakazul says:
Thru, but it was almost a month before the carriers stopped and it all went down. Im not so sure about my own patience thou being left out.
Martin_Kostka says:
1. Marketing in the US
2. Unavailability of Lumia 900 for non-US markets until June
Mystery solved.
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adamopinheiro says:
I think it's clearly due to the fact that they launched the 800 in Europe and the 900 in the us.
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mjrtoo says:
Reminds me of the movie 'Spinal Tap' :-)
zacman says:
Haven't seen anyone with a WP in Shanghai yet, only lots of iPhones...
albertico says:
It's gotta take millions of devices to reach 7% and beat the iPhone--sounds too good to be true.
funkyGeneral says:
Now I would like to see some quality Chinese OCR software. Engkoo is good but it is missing vital components. MS should buy Pleco...
infamousdaveman says:
Amazing!!!! WP rules! Soon, the whole world..muahahahahahahaha!
TechAbstract says:
Windows Phone has taken over iPhones in Russia too and 98% of the people with WP are happy with them.
mmoses1978 says:
Hell yea lol
Strangis says:
7% market share or 7% of phones sold in the last quarter?
alaskanjackson says:
I am guessing sales in the last qtr. Still great news.
erasure25 says:
Yea but did it overtake the iFone? Or the iPhoone? Or the eye-ya-Phone?
erix_2pac says:
Lol. :-D
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GoodThings2Life says:
Let's face it... a lot of Apple's failure in China probably has something to do with the number of Chinese sweat shops that Apple is using to make iCrap devices.
Bee Mon says:
Or it could just be that Nokia Lumia phones are more affordable and way better looking :-)
smoledman says:
It probalby means that they've captured 7% of the marketshare of phones sold in the last 2 months, not total installed base. That's absurd.
ejlee072006 says:
Yes sir
kigen says:
This goes to show that windows phone doesn't need to capture the US market for it to succeed. Microsoft needs to focus their efforts beyond US only, especially the emerging markets where there are many first time smartphone users.
welsbloke says:
China is a key market for both Microsoft and Apple. I am assuming this is only a comparison to the last two months and that the Windows Phone as a whole has not captured 7 percent because that would be huge. After all Apple made up shortfalls in other markets by doing extremely well in China so I think it is unlikely.
What is exciting though is that they are neck and neck with Apple in the region right now, so the Windows Phone looks like it is finally selling in serious numbers or Apple stopped selling.
Couple this with the good vibe coming out of the states and the Windows 8 release and we can see some strong signs of growth.
adamopinheiro says:
The success is more related to Nokia than Windows Phone. Anyways, that's a good thing since China alone is enough to keep the platform alive.
coldside says:
Even though I would love to hear this news, I doubt this is the case. All of the Chinese people here at my university in the UK have iPhones. Yes, 100% of them have iPhones. Not Android, not BB, not WP7. They are "fresh off the boat" as in they have come to the UK from China directly, solely for university purposes.
Though I do notice that there has been an increase in Chinese comments on Apps on the Marketplace. So this is a good sign, nevertheless.
Airgetlam says:
The iPhone isnt officially for for sale in china so beating it by one percent isnt really any special feat. (edit: it seems I had the wrong information. If so, good job for wp)
djay_434 says:
My question - if its such a big leap for windows phone, why hasn't Microsoft or Nokia come out with a huge ad campaign or news broadcast for this?? broadcast comeon, this is BIG news for all of us windows users.
glonq says:
It would be incredible if this story were true, but sadly few journalists (especially fanboy sites) bothered to fact-check this propaganda piece. Thankfully Tomi did:
satyen4uall says:
wow! this is ultimate phone I have ever seen I hope we enjoy this phone with all apps as we have in iphone... usually visit appdictions.com for all best free iphone apps
iSeeiSheep says:
Go NOK NOK and Microsoft!!!!


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Because every family deserves the blessing of a child with Down Syndrome... |
SAMUEL and SARA for the Taylor family –
The Taylor family is excited to start yet another adoption journey. With three adopted and four biological children the Taylor household is abounding in love and noise! Phrases frequently heard in the Taylor household are, "Mom, Dad, when do we get to adopt again?" and "It feels like someone is missing. Who are we going to adopt next?"
The Taylor's adoption journey began because of the faithfulness of fellow believers. After watching friends foster and adopt children for many years the Taylors humbled their hearts and obeyed God's call to love children who were not theirs biologically and who they might not even be able to adopt. By God's grace, the first two children placed with them became permanent Taylor-Tots in a joyful adoption ceremony 16 months later. The foster/adoption journey gave the Taylors a glimpse into the pain experienced by children who have been severely neglected, and the joys of having God use them to bring healing beyond all expectations.
Two months after that adoption God gave the Taylors their fourth biological child, who happened to have many special dietary and developmental needs. Those needs introduced them to the world of medical and dietary specialists, which would come in handy two years later when God literally dropped the opportunity to adopt a special baby into their laps. This baby came with her own special needs and spunky personality.
Somewhere between Taylor-Tots #6 and #7 God introduced the Taylors to the Musser family, who were in the process of adopting their little girl from Bulgaria. The Taylors 'knew' that special needs orphans did not receive adequate care in orphanages around the world, but through the Musser's adoption they realized just how little hope special needs orphans actually had. After much prayer, God provided the way for the Taylors to begin a special needs international adoption.
God planted the seeds of love in their hearts for Sara & Samuel long before they knew the siblings existed. The Taylors have been reading the blog of Julia Nalle for quite some time and had their hearts broken for The Lost Boys. When Julia announced that Samuel & Sara were available for adoption, the Taylors quietly began to petition God for them. After reading about the children's special needs the Taylors rejoiced to see how God had been preparing them all along to parent Sara & Samuel, through their other adoptions and through the support of a sweet and determined friend who also happens to ride a wheelchair.
The Taylors are in absolute awe at how God has ordained each of their adoptions. They can't wait to see what God has in store for Sara & Samuel as well. All the Taylor-Tots are clamoring to bring Sara & Samuel home as soon as possible! Now the phrase, "When do we get to bring Samuel & Sara home?" reverberates through the house.
2/25/13—HOMESTUDY in PROGRESS
Follow the family's adoption journey on their blog at taylor-made-for-his-purpose.blogspot.com
JUSTICE for the Ramirez family — TX
Roberto and Louisa have been married for 20 years. They have been blessed by God with four children, ages 12, 12, 9, and 6. They were each welcomed home through the blessing of international adoption from Russia (three) and Guatemala (one). When Louisa discovered Reece's Rainbow, she recognized God's merciful, perfect love among a group of people who were joyfully caring for and rescuing the most outcast littlest members of our world—the child with special needs. Shortly after they welcomed home their fourth child, an older boy from Russia in 2011, they made plans to return to Russia to adopt another child from Russia. But then Russia decided to close its doors to American adoptions. This was a bitter disappointment. As in all trials, when God closes a door, he opens a window. After a time of prayer, He showed them a beautiful baby girl in Eastern Europe who happens to have Down syndrome. After talking over the prospect of a fifth child and sibling, and a baby at that, with their other children, Robert and Louisa decided they wanted to bring baby Justice home for their fifth child, youngest daughter, and sister to her two brothers and two sisters. The Ramirez Family would like to express to their family, friends, and Reece's Rainbow community, and most of all, to our Lord Jesus Christ, their sincerest thanks for making this special adoption possible.
4/2/13—-HOMESTUDY UPDATE in PROCESS
LEAH KATE for the Tyler family — KY
Adoption has always been a part of Brian & Sara Tyler's plan for their family. They currently have 2 biological children. Will who is 3.5 years old & Megan who is just a little over 1. Brian & Sara say they couldn't imagine a child not getting the same love & support as they pour over their biological children.
When Brian & Sara first saw Leah, it was love at first site. They just knew that she was the perfect fit for their family. Leah was born with a cleft lip & palate, which was repaired when she was 6 months old. Since her surgery, Leah has now developed moderate hearing loss. She is just 2 months younger than her sister, Megan, so she will have an instant playmate! Sara & Brian can't wait to bring her home & have her meet her forever family!
2/25/13—HOMESTUDY in PROGRESS
Esther and Ruthie for the Fristoe family — MO
Dewey and Suzanne met in Lexington, MO in 1995 while taking care of a terminally ill patient and his family. With much encouragement, by the family, Dewey asked Suzanne out. After 3 short months they married and have now been together over 17 years. When they married Dewey had 3 children, living with him, and Suzanne had none. She had been told, by Doctors, that she never would have any. Dewey knew Suzanne had a desire to go to China and adopt and that she had been saving money for that reason. But, God is kind and gracious and two months later, Suzanne found herself pregnant. They now have 7 living children (ages 29-3), one in heaven, and 5 grandchildren and twin grand daughters due in June 2013. They still have 5 children living in their home, but know there is room for more. Daniel and Abby are both home schooled and in the 10th and 9th grades. Aaron currently attends early childhood education at the local school, to receive speech therapy, to correct a speech deficit, caused by frequent ear infections and hearing loss. Hannah (who has down syndrome) started attending early childhood education this year, where she gets speech, physical and occupational therapies.
Clara joined our family in May of 2012, through the Special Needs Adoption Program from China. Clara, like Hannah, has down syndrome. She also came to them with many other medical needs. Since her arrival in the US she has had her cleft lip and palate repaired, tear ducts enlarged, tubes in her ears, which returned hearing to her right ear, had her tonsils removed and major dental work done. In January of 2013 she had open heart surgery to repair her ASD, VSD and PDA. For the most part her surgery was a success. After surgery it was discovered that her PDA had partially burst open, due to high pulmonary pressures, and at her post-op visit it was noted that her pressures were decreasing and they are hoping that in 6 months she will be able to have her PDA ligated during a cardiac cath. Clara and Aaron will both start kindergarten (home schooled) in the fall.
Shortly after returning home, they were approached about a little girl they had met while in China. After much prayer and discussion they agreed that they should return and bring this sweet girl home. She too has down syndrome and a heart defect called ASVSD. They are in a race against time to get her to the USA for surgery. They kept getting updates and pictures wand there was always a second little girl in them. They prayed more and decided they should bring home both girls. The second little girl has down syndrome and a repaired TOF.
They are waiting for the girl's files to be finished and working on their home study and dossier. They are hoping that once the girl's files are finished they will be able to lock them and expedite the remaining parts of the adoption.
3/5/2013–HOMESTUDY in PROCESS
Follow the family's adoption journey on their blog at bringinghomeourchinesebutterfly.blogspot.com
SHELLEY for the Reffett family — IL
Chris and Jill met on a blind date then married 5 years ago on New Years Eve and now have two beautiful girls.
When Jill was pregnant with their oldest daughter in the Fall of 2008, they learned that their baby might have Down Syndrome. The doctor was tickled, and outwardly expressed so, when they said they didn't need an amniocentesis to confirm, nor any discussion of their "options," because they were having a baby, not a diagnosis.
You see, Jill and Chris had an advantage… Jill's sister, Lisa, was born with arthrogryposis 43 years earlier, and Jill's brother-in-law, Joe, was in an accident with a drunk driver as a young man, suffering a head injury and leaving him with some intellectual challenges. All of this helped Jill and Chris to know that Down Syndrome was hardly an insurmountable issue. A year later, after a scary, yet amazing year in which their 2 month old had open heart surgery to repair 3 holes in her heart and then started developing through therapies and their determined focus, the Reffett's brought home their second daughter. The two girls, just 13 months apart, have grown, pushed, and challenged each other while being fun, fast friends.
After her oldest daughter was born, Jill changed her career path to help as many people with intellectual disabilities as possible to find their own ability to do anything they set their hearts on. Chris, quietly strong, shifted his already focused educational passion to helping those kiddos and families who are trying to navigate the special education system. Chris is a principal and special education coordinator in a small, rural school district and Jill is an area director for Special Olympics Illinois.
Shortly after having their oldest daughter, a friend shared the Reece's Rainbow site with Jill and the couple began to discuss their plan for "someday"… then, Tabitha's story impacted them and their journey began to bring Tabitha home. This little girl who looked so much like their biological daughters called to them… it could have been their daughter that was in an orphanage just because she had Down Syndrome, and so they decided that, well, yes she is going to be their daughter! For now, they are on-hold with little Miss Tabitha, until things change in her country. THEY ARE NOT GIVING UP ON TABITHA, just adding to the loving home she will be a part of when she can come home to them.
The journey to bring Tabitha home has strengthened the Reffett's conviction, as well as that of their extended family and friends, that no child should be left without a home or without love. This conviction has led the Reffetts to work to bring home another little one, little Miss Shelley. Little miss Shelley, this beautiful little 2 yr old, needs and deserves to be loved and cared for by a family that is ecstatic for her to join them soon. . What started as a journey to save one child just got a whole lot bigger!!
The Reffett's greatest joy is experiencing all that every child CAN do… the hardest part of this journey is knowing just how many kiddos need a family to love them and to help them grow into a productive member of our society. But, they hope that sharing their journey will show other families that they too can do this…
Please help Jill and Chris bring home little Miss Shelley, they can't do it alone.
3/7/13—HOMESTUDY in PROGRESS
Follow the family's adoption journey on their blog at justclimbingdown.blogspot.com
GWENDOLYN for the Goocher family — GA
Isaac and Amy will be married for seven years in May of 2013! They have five biological children, Elizabeth, Naomi, Abigail, Maverick and one little princess in heaven, Eden Rejuvenate. They always dreamed of having a big family and knew from the beginning that adoption would play a role in growing their family. They had considered adopting a special needs child even before their sweet Eden was born. She suffered a severe birth injury resulting in a diagnosis of cerebral palsy. She graced them with her presence for 2 1/2 years. She taught them so much. Though she could not eat, speak or walk, her smile said it all. She taught them that they were stronger than they ever knew. She taught them what it means to be selfless and to have a deeper expression of love than they knew they were capable of.
When their family saw beautiful Gwendolyn on Reeces Rainbow, they knew she was the one! Gwendolyn has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy. They are so excited to make her a part of their family. They have a lot of knowledge and skills to help her thrive to her fullest, and look forward to nurturing and loving her. Naomi especially likes to brag that she has a new sister and likes to draw pictures of their family, including Gwendolyn. Please partner with the Goocher family in bringing this precious child of God home to her forever family. Donations and prayers are deeply appreciated! Thank you!!!
4/3/13—-HOMESTUDY in PROCESS
BRYCE for the Longenecker family — MO
Some might refer to The Longeneckers as the real life family that the movie "Cheaper by the Dozen" was based on! YES! Even the frog on the dinner table. The Longeneckers are abundantly blessed with 9 children (working towards that dozen!), ranging from 3 in college all the way down to one in Preschool.
It was love at first sight for Mark and Jan who have been happily married for over 20 years. They had always talked about adding to their family through adoption and finally had the opportunity in 2008. God made it abundantly clear to them that Special Needs is the way He wanted them to go. They began the process of pursuing a child with Down Syndrome Internationally, but God had another plan. They received a call about a little boy in the US and after submitting their info to the birth mother they were selected to parent this precious little boy.
Chase was not what they expected. They were very familiar with Down syndrome, as a matter of fact; Jan has never known life without it. Her only brother Jason has Down syndrome. Down Syndrome however, was the least of Chases problems. He was born cocaine/ heroin positive. His heart defect was more complex than anticipated. He spent 310 days in the NICU. Two open-heart surgeries later and the diagnosis of pulmonary hypertension and interstitial lung disease as well as failure to thrive resulting in a g-tube and he is stable and beginning to thrive. He was not what they expected… He was so much more! They were forever changed! Not just Mark and Jan each of the children. Just like the verse in Proverbs 24 says…. "Once our eyes have been opened we cannot pretend we do not know what to do. God, who weighs our hearts and keeps our souls knows we know and holds us responsible to act"!
The most utilized machines in their home…. you guessed it, the dishwasher and the washing machine, doing 30 loads a week! Although the grocery carts and laundry baskets are overflowing, so is the love and laughter in the Longenecker home. Mark and Jan receive the greatest joy out of hearing the banter and play that occurs daily among their children. They would be thrilled to add another voice to this fun-loving atmosphere. What keeps a family like this running?? Glad you asked! The most important element of the Longenecker family is their faith in God. They understand that God has given them a great responsibility to care for and raise children who will continue sharing God's love with the world. They rely on God to give them wisdom and patience, love and compassion for each child they are privileged to parent. With God, all things are possible. They would count it an honor to be able to parent another child with Down syndrome.
9/26/12—HOMESTUDY in PROGRESS
Follow the family's adoption journey on their blog at http://www.chancedavid.blogspot.com/
ANDREA for the Bradford family — IN
Dale and Carrie have been married seven years and have two sweet children named Patricia (5) and Brayden (4). The call to adopt has been a growing nudge on the Bradford's hearts as they considered growing their family. Dale works as an IT director in mental health and Carrie works in Special Education. She has been working with children and adults with Disabilities for ten years in various activities including Special Olympics, Special Needs Sunday School, tutoring, and Special Education. God has orchestrated so much in leading this family to Reece's Rainbow. Early on in Carrie's life, her parents made an example of investing in the lives of two children in need of love through the foster care system. Carrie's brother, a source of inspiration and much love to both Dale and Carrie, also has special needs and has been a primary motivator for their commitment to special needs and the tender spot in their hearts for each of these children. However, loving children through a career did not feel like enough, and they are ready to open their home to a precious child with Down Syndrome. They humbly and prayerfully ask for your support as they begin this journey to bring a child in need of a family into a forever family.
Follow the family's adoption journey on their blog at brad4dadoptionjourney.blogspot.com
KURT for the Biggs family — KS
Eric and Elizabeth have been married for 8 years and have three children – their oldest, a boy named Isaiah Victor is 7, next is Annie Faith who is also 7 and then is Eva Isabelle who is 1. They have been amazed to see how God has perfectly orchestrated their family… combining them into something beautiful. Their family is excited to add Kurt to their lives. They first saw Kurt's picture and short profile on an advocacy website. His big, brown eyes were worth remembering! Their previous adoptions (of Isaiah and Annie) have centered around children who were at significant risk of being "lost in the system." We believe strongly in the verse from Proverbs 31 that we are to "defend the rights of the poor and needy; speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves." They want Kurt to know that he is loved and that he is a precious child of God who was created for a purpose. Please join them as they pray specifically for God to protect Kurt physically and emotionally and that Kurt would be ready to receive them as his family.
3/25/13—-HOMESTUDY in PROCESS
Follow the family's adoption journey on their blog at holdingoutmyheart.blogspot.com
WILSON for the Butler family — VA
Jeff and Molly Butler are celebrating 20 years of marriage this year. After college and before becoming a mom, Molly was a special education teacher and absolutely loved teaching kids with more significant needs. As Jeff visited her class from time to time, they both developed a keen understanding of the beauty and value all people have, regardless of their abilities. Since becoming a stay at home mom, Molly (especially) has longed for the (re)connection with kids with special needs. It has been something that has never left her heart. Jeff loves all children and has always wanted a big family.
Jeff and Molly have six wonderful children ranging in age from 5-15 years old that they homeschool. They were given a heart for adoption early in their marriage and have been seeking to follow God's call as He leads. It has been 5 years since their youngest child came home and they thought God had closed the door to more children. They were content, believing it to be His will, and looking forward to the next phase of life. Little did they know that God had bigger and more wonderful plans! Through a series of events, as they learned about the fate of children in institutions in Eastern Europe, especially those whom society deems much less valuable because of imperfections, they knew they were being called to step out in faith and bring one or two of those dear children home.
Through all this they were led to Reece's Rainbow and have fallen in love with "Wilson", a tiny 6 year old boy with Down Syndrome and a significant heart condition that requires a pace maker. Everything about him seems perfect to them. They are head over heels for him. Their kids are really excited to welcome another brother into the family. They have even offered their savings to help bring him home! He's going to be surrounded by love and attention!
Little "Wilson" is in imminent danger of aging out of his orphanage and being sent to a mental institution. The Butlers are hoping to get him home before that happens as it would be a very traumatic change for him…especially with his medical needs. Jeff and Molly are working diligently to do all that it takes to bring him home. He has spent six long years without a family or parents. It's time he had the love and care he deserves.
Please join Jeff and Molly and share the JOY of bringing little "Wilson" into a family. They need your help through prayers and support. They are opening their hearts and home, but need your help to make it all happen. They can't do it alone. Even small contributions add up and help and they would be so grateful! Thank you so much!
4/8/13—HOMESTUDY in PROCESS
Follow the family's adoption journey on their blog at helpbringwilsonhome.com
STELLAN for the Birnie family — AZ
Matt and Shilo are a corn-fed, Nebraska-born couple about to celebrate their 6th wedding anniversary and currently calling Phoenix, Arizona "home". And if that didn't spark your interest: Matt is a network administrator (that means computers) and Shilo has a high school teaching certificate, though she is currently at home with their three biological children, ages 4, 3 and 2.
Adoption has been on Shilo's heart since volunteering at a children's home in Romania in 2004. Deciding it was time, they began paperwork to adopt a boy born in July 2008, the same age as their oldest son, or younger. Connecting with Stellan's profile caught Shilo offguard, but she knew he was theirs. Matt felt the same. They did not expect to find their child on Reece's Rainbow, but they cannot wait to get to Stellan and bring him home.
4/6/13—-HOMESTUDY in PROCESS
Follow the family's adoption journey on their blog at midaia.blogspot.com
DECKER for the Thomas family — LA
We are a big family of seven my husband and I have been married almost 12 years and are very much involved in church love the Lord and wouldn't be where or who we are today without the Lord. We currently have fie beautiful girls that are blessed with. We never thought about adoption that is until God showed me Decker in my dreams. I didn't understand what it all meant at first until I saw his sweet face online and we fell in love with him right away! we knew the journey would began from that moment on. We looked at Decker as if he was someone that was missing from our home all this time, I knew we would not only be helping a child, but more so God would be blessing us so much more with such a sweet gift. I have always wanted a son and my mind set was always why didn't I have a son?.. now I know because I wasn't suppose to have him persay,but adopt! I know this is going to be an adventure that we as a family can only walk through with God and with the support of family and friends. The end result will surpass anything we ever imagined and we are so glad we can share and bless everyone with our journey.
4/6/13—-HOMESTUDY in PROCESS
SHAWNA for the Araya family — OH
Arturo and Jennifer came from different parts of the globe: Arturo from Santiago, Chile and Jennifer from West Virginia. Their shared passion for music brought them together while studying with the same cello teacher in college, and their shared passion and love for Christ has enriched their marriage ever since.
Jennifer has known since she was a child that God was calling her to serve orphans through adoption. As their relationship grew, Arturo came to recognize that same calling from God in his life as well. While perusing pictures of waiting children on Reece's Rainbow, the plight of many deserving children touched their hearts deeply. However, it was through Shawna and Seth's photo that God told them that now was the time to begin their adoption journey. They started slowly, first signing up as "Guardian Angels" for the siblings and committing to pray for the children daily and fundraise for their adoption grant. Barely a week passed, however, before God was again working on their hearts. Being Guardian Angels was just the beginning. They realized that their role in Shawna's and (hopefully) Seth's lives will be as parents, not only as prayer warriors.
Arturo and Jennifer are thrilled to be starting their family with these two beautiful children and are excited to begin this journey of faith. They trust God to provide and guide, as He has always done for them. As Jennifer's favorite Psalm exclaims, "I lift up my eyes to the mountains; where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth."
4/6/13—-HOMESTUDY in PROCESS
Follow the family's adoption journey on their blog at www.fromhouse2home.us
CONNIE for the Walters family — TN
Glenn and Vashti Walters live in Oak Ridge, Tennessee and have three children, Amelia, Grant, and James Ivan. In 2011, God gave them a love for a child whose Reece's Rainbow picture they had seen on Facebook via a Christmas Warrior. "Dillon" became James Ivan Walters in August of 2011 and has rocked the Walters' world ever since!
Amelia and Grant started asking for a sister almost immediately and would peruse the Reece's Rainbow "available children" looking for a sister. But it wasn't until Amelia showed them Connie's profile that God worked in Glenn and Vashti's hearts and they knew they had found their daughter. Amelia and Grant both said they prayed about Connie without saying anything to their parents! God certainly does use children to do HIS work!
Connie is almost 10 years old and has been asking for a family of her own. God truly cares about the plight of orphans and Glenn and Vashti are so thankful for His mercy toward them and toward Connie!
"And the King will answer them, 'Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.'" ~Matthew 25:40
3/20/13—-HOMESTUDY in PROCESS
Follow the family's adoption journey on their blog at wonderfullymadebyhim.blogspot.com
ZOEY and EDWARD for the Winslow family — NH
Let me introduce you to a New Hampshire family whose mission field is adoption! Residing on a small farm they have named Grace Abounding Farm, this family has 2 biological daughters and 6 adopted children. They take seriously God's command in James 1:27 which states.."Care for the orphans". Glenn and Mary have been married for 24 years. Glenn is a self employed carpenter, and Mary is blessed to be a keeper of the home and a homeschool Mom. They are in their 13th year of homeschooling. Their eldest biological daughter is married and age 22. She and her husband have the Winslow's 2 beautiful grand daughters who live just a few towns over. The Winslow's other biological daughter is 17, and a senior in high school for homeschooling. Glenn and Mary first stepped out in faith to adopt 2 children from Haiti, 7 years ago. Grace, now 16, and Jon, now 9, are thriving in their home. Their next adoption came 4 years later, in 2010, when they adopted a set of 10 year old twins from the NH foster care system. Edward and Elisha are now 13. Next came little 5 year old Nicole. She was also a NH foster care child. She was adopted officially in August of 2012. She is 7 now. Their latest adoption came in the form of a private adoption of a little drug addicted baby that no one wanted. Rosalinda is now 10 months old and doing really well!
God first put a Bulgarian adoption on their hearts with a plea that came out from Adeye's No Greater Joy Mom blog for a family for Theodore. Glenn and Mary stepped out in faith willing to bring Theodore into their family. God had other plans for Theodore, and he was matched with another family. God also had plans for the Winslows. It was last week that God made known the needs of Zoey. Glenn and Mary immediately fell in love with precious little Zoey. Knowing that according to God's word, whatever they did for the "least of these" they would do for God Himself! They also felt called to Edward, too. Now, God is moving mountains for both Zoey and Edward to join the Winslow family! Thank you all so much for taking the time to read about our family, and to encourage us in this way! Please visit our blog for updates!
"We thank our God upon EVERY remembrance of you!" Philipians 1:3
12/11/12—HOMESTUDY in PROGRESS
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DYLAN for the Kindall family — UT
Gavin and Mali Kindall have been married for almost nine years; after only seven weeks of dating! You could call them crazy, but when you know you know, right! They have a beautiful two year old boy named Jeton, they call him Jet! It has always been in their plans to adopt one day. In their minds it would happen in a few years, but what they didn't know, was that their beautiful daughters Harmony and Penelope were already here and waiting to be brought home. One night Mali happened upon Reece's Rainbow and after a few days of falling in love with all the children and being forever changed, Mali knew God had his own plans for them. It didn't take long before Gavin knew, too.
While in the process to adopt Harmony and Penelope, their girls' country banned Americans from adopting. Gavin and Mali have complete faith that the ban will be lifted one day and they will bring them home. They will never forget or give up on their sweet little angels! In the meantime, they have prayed about and have decided to change countries and bring a big brother home for the girls and Jet!! Through much heartbreak has come something very beautiful and that is bringing home another son. They cannot wait to bring home their handsome and amazing Dylan!
So much love has already been shown and given to our Dylan that will help bring him home…..we would like to thank everyone with our whole hearts!


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- JUN 13 2013 Bourbon Dinner at Fredericksburg Herb Farm Join us for another bourbon pairing dinner! We are excited to partner again with Garrison Brothers, the oldest legal whiskey distillery in Texas. Join us inthe bar from 6 to 7 pm for bourbon cocktails and a meet and greet with Dan Garrison. Dinner will be served with a straight bourbon nosing/tasting of muiltiple vintages [...]
- JUN 15 2013 Fredericksburg Wine Road 290 "Vino al Pastor" The Wine Road 290 Wineries partner with the finest restaurants in the area during normal winery hours – this time pairing Texas wines with dishes featuring savory pork shoulder cooked "al pastor" style. Free, but normal tasting fees may apply. No ticket required!
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Woman jailed on assault charge after weekend arrest
A Henderson woman was jailed during the weekend after law enforcement officials said she drove drunk and later attacked a man with her vehicle, all while her child was in the vehicle.
According to an arrest warrant, a Texas Department of Public Safety trooper responded to a report of a disturbance at 9:14 p.m. Friday on Texas Highway 322.
A witness told the trooper that the driver of a blue Nissan pickup, Lorena Cly, 44, of Henderson, was intoxicated.
When the pickup stopped, the woman's older sister removed the child from the pickup. But Ms. Cly continued to follow the witness to a Shell gas station in Elderville at the intersection of Texas Highway 322 and Farm-to-Market Road 2011, according to the arrest warrant.
When both vehicles pulled into the gas station, the older sister removed the keys from Ms. Cly's pickup and went inside the store. The witness told officers that Ms. Cly walked up to the witness' vehicle and began to "try to smash the windows out to remove the young child."
The witness then pulled forward after Ms. Cly retrieved a second set of keys to her pickup and began to chase the witness around the station. Ms. Cly allegedly began to ram her pickup into the witness' vehicle, according to police reports.
A Lakeport police officer arrived at the scene and asked Ms. Cly to step out of her vehicle, but the woman became argumentative and physical, reports state. Two other law enforcement officials soon arrived at the scene.
The trooper stated in his report that he smelled "the strong odor of an alcoholic beverage, and (the woman had) red bloodshot eyes.
Ms. Cly is accused of failing a field sobriety test and was taken to Good Shepherd Medical Center, where a blood specimen was obtained before she was taken to Gregg County jail.
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I think that muscle woman was in that movie Skin Deep with John Ritter, which is weird cuz I was JUST thinking about that movie.
do it with her right there in the kitchen
just hope later my balls won't be itchin
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Nice little maid
Id throw her over the counter and mount her
the puffy pussy is a tad too meaty, looks like a package she be sportin'


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This course is flat and fast and has the potential to be a PB for most runners... if the weather cooperates. This course is on average in a Northwesterly direction which is opposite to prevailing winds. The 30+km per hour WNW headwinds were definitely a factor in the 2012 and likely the reason the top 10 percent of the field ran second half splits on average more than 10 minutes longer than their first halves. Water stations were great, volunteers enthusiastic and supportive but the local population doesn't seem to notice that the event is going on (thin spectator participation). Buses leaving at 7 a.m. for a 10 a.m. was inconvenient. While an international marathon is exotic, it doesn't feel exotic when sitting on a floor for 2 hours at the starting line. A start near Point Abino would avoid the border, make the course on average more northerly (less prone to headwinds) and would probably allow for a start a full hour earlier (or a bus ride a full hour or more later). The small field allowed us plenty of room to run which was great and a good reason to choose this marathon.
I saw a number of comments from 2011 that indicated that the water stops were too few and far between, so want to give the race organizers kudos for fixing that. After mile 3 there were water and cytomax stops every mile I think, and the volunteers were terrific and friendly. The organization was great, very easy from beginning to end and Canadians are delightful and friendly. My only complaint was that most of the route had hardly any spectators. The long (and gorgeous) Niagara Parkway was very, very lonely so if you like or need crowds this isn't a great race for you. Finally, the wind was brutal - strong and steady and in my face for the last 14 miles (no kidding), but one can hardly blame the organizers for that.
Pros: * great organization, particularly considering the logistics of a cross-border race; * beautiful course / scenery; * Knox-Albright art gallery in Buffalo was an excellent pre-staging / start area; * fast course (almost entirely flat, a little bit bendy - winds were not too bad on race day, but they can be at that time of year in Niagara). Cons: * there was only one aid station that served sport drink in the first 8 miles (one other served water only); * almost no spectators so the run feels at times like an ordinary weekly long run; * Niagara Falls, Ontario is an attractive destination only for the kitsch-inclined (but the surrounding areas can be quite nice - see Niagara-on-the-Lake, for example); * the finish line is over a mile from most hotels with no shuttle service Depends on your view: * small field of runners means that you may be running the last 15-20 miles entirely alone (I was - finished at 3:09); * aid stations were manned by local high school students - some groups were great and brough much-needed enthusiasm and energy; at one station I had to take my own drinks off the table;
On a clear day, this is a spectacular course. It is mostly flat and very scenic throughout, especially with the finish at the Falls. 2011 was my 3rd time running this marathon (I PRd here in 2002). The organization has only improved over the years. Although spectator turnout is nothing like what you will see in the big cities, those that do come out compensate in terms of encouragement and enthusiasm. I highly recommend this race, especially if you get to run it in good weather.
Great weather, great scenery, fantastic volunteers. Even the border guards were friendly. Canada Rocks.
Niagara Falls is definitely not a fitness and wellness town. The time I spent there I could immediately tell who was running the marathon just by looking at them. Otherwise, it's very much a casino town where everyone smokes and is heavy, or it's a bunch of 'Jersey Shore' looking kids who are thin not from working out (fill in the blank). You are on your own with this run, and if you like that, it's fine. For 2011 we had a perfect, sunny, peaceful day to run the event. Small field of entrants, no pushing or shoving; I loved that. The medal and Brooks apparel were great. If you're single, don't have kids and are coming to Niagara Falls alone, it's a lonely, depressing place. Find someone to tag along or something. Other than the race, there'll be nothing to do.
This race is probably great for faster runners (under 4hrs) - flat & not crowded. However, there were very few water stops for those of us in the back. The race advertised stops at 2, 4, 6 then every mile. This wasn't even close! Mile after mile with nothing! Not even a table with someone apologizing for running out. The organizers must have known they couldn't staff all the stops and should have told us at the expo - then I would have carried my own water! It was very disheartening to push myself to the next mile marker just to find it empty.
I have run over 30 marathons all over the world. This course rates as one of the most scenic and varied I have ever run. Mason City part is pretty typical small town sights, but the course swings out into broad Iowa farmland and come in and out of very pretty parks that surround Mason City. The parts along the various rivers and streams are charming. If you want to get a taste of life in the heartland of America, this is surely the race to see it. As a bonus, the course is well organized and the volunteers are very friendly and accomadating, e.g. they kept the Sat registration open for me when I arrived after closing time. Another bonus is hot showers, towels, shampoo in the HS where the race finishes. Course is generally very well market, with mile markers at every mile but no clocks or people with the time of race so you are on your own for time keeping. Abundant water, gator aide and bananas along the course. Bottom line: this is an unbeatable small town marathon.
Why run this course? 1. Only marathon to start in one country and finish in another 2. Gorgeous route and finish line Why you should skip it? 1. Inconsistent water stops that you can't depend on for either location or supplies 2. Having to move the aid volunteers to the side to get your own water 3. Picking up aid stations and mile markers well before the race was finished leaving some runners in the lurch This was my first marathon and thus special. However, I won't likely do it again and I might encourage you to think twice about it. Side note - heard reports that the relay teams were met at the 13.1 mark with no food and no water - fail.
I ran the 2010 Niagara Falls Full, and this year I'm actually considering it as my fall race once again! Here's why: - It's incredibly flat, I ran a PB here last year. - the number of runners is small, it feels small-town in a larger center. - I may be the only runner to have loved the jacket they gave out - very appropriate to a race in a town notorious for rain and - of course - a little wink and a nod to the famous yellow slickers you have to wear to visit the falls themselves up close. FYI, runners who thought it was 'useless' - that jacket does NOT breathe, as such, it got me through this spring's training on chilly almost-winter mornings as an insular layer. I've worn it so much, it's starting to wear out on me. I've never worn my other technical shirts from marathons previous, they're more like souvenirs. - love the resources for runners at the start line and also the ease with which they got us across the border. great logistics in a post-9/11 world, you have to hand it to them. - After you cross the line, you can go play some blackjack at the tables at the casino and have a cheap beverage. The only criticism I have is that the growing pains of a small marathon becoming larger are evident - a little more organization at the finish line for finishers - maybe a shuttle up the hill even? a little more notification for the local community itself - maybe it needs a better marketing strategy. It's true, no one actually IN Niagara Falls even knew there was a marathon on - and it's helpful when they do, because they understand your need for a late check out or for expedient pasta service ;) More pacers would be great as well. Also, thanks guys, the medal is very fun - a great addition to the medal hook.
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The high-tech world of endurance sports cars visits Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in the form of the American Le Mans Series (ALMS). Highlighting cars that compete in the legendary 24 Heures du Mans, high-speed, high-tech race cars from Mazda, Accura, and Aston Martin vie for the event title over a gruelling six-hour race that tests man and machine. Throughout the race weekend fans are treated to autograph sessions, tech talks, and the ever-popular pre-race grid walk. Although the stars of the ALMS series take center stage, other on-track action includes races for the Porsche
The Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix featuring the MotoGP World Championship returns to Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca for its ninth consecutive year in 2013.
MotoGP is the premier motorcycle racing World Championship; an eighteen-race series visiting fourteen countries, four continents and with global television coverage. Nine nationalities of the world's most skilled riders line a grid armed with cutting edge motorcycle technology with prototype machinery fielded by three manufacturers; Ducati, Yamaha and Honda.
More than 2.5 million people came through the gates of the circuits to watch MotoGP in 2012.
The Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion is a cornerstone of Monterey Peninsula's Classic Car Week. The 2013 event's featured marque is the iconic Corvette. Only around 550 vehicles will be accepted, based on the car's authenticity, race provenance and period correctness. Nearly every decade of motorsports history will be represented in what is described as a museum springing to life.
The stars of the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series will visit Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca September 7-8. The Continental Tire Sports Car Series, powered by MAZDA, will feature competition in the Daytona Prototype class, and the Grand Touring (GT) category. Grand-Am racing events typically feature some of the most exciting competition in all of racing, with drivers bumping and barging their way past each other in the race to the checkered flag.
Next year's race schedule for Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca is shaping up to be the best season ever for motorcycle race fans with organizers announcing today that the eni FIM Superbike World Championship will be joining the MotoGP World Championship on the 2013 calendar. World Superbike will take place September 27-29, 2013 and is the series' only U.S. appearance.
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Robert H. Shmerling, M.D., is associate physician at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and associate professor at Harvard Medical School. He has been a practicing rheumatologist for over 20 years at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He is an active teacher in the Internal Medicine Residency Program, serving as the Robinson Firm Chief. He is also a teacher in the Rheumatology Fellowship Program.
"ITB syndrome" is short for iliotibial band syndrome. It refers to a common cause of knee pain.
The iliotibial band is a tough fibrous (scar-like) tissue that extends from the region of the hip to the knee along the outside of the leg. Along with other muscles of the leg, the IT band helps stabilize the knee, especially when the knee is stressed during physical activity.
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DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Mark Reuss, president of General Motors North America, will drive the honorary pace car for Sunday's Daytona 500.
He'll be behind the wheel of a 2014 Chevrolet SS. The Chevy pace car already led The Sprint Unlimited and both Budweiser Duels.
"I can't wait to drive across the start/finish line and on into Turn 1," Reuss said. "I know it will be difficult to turn down onto pit road when it's over because I will want to make that moment last as long as possible."
NASCAR's new cars, dubbed "Generation 6," look considerably closer to the ones sold on showroom floors. It's NASCAR's way of putting the "stock" back in stock-car racing and possibly making the cars stars once again. Drivers and fans often complained about the look and the racing of the old Car of Tomorrow.
Chevrolet, Ford and Toyota demanded a change. By some accounts, Chevy even threatened to leave NASCAR if the on-track cars didn't become more relevant. NASCAR listened, and allowed the three manufacturers to develop unique versions of the Gen-6 car. That led to cars that closely resemble the Chevrolet SS, the Ford Fusion and the Toyota Camry.
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text: Main Content Section 205.737 friendly link Printer Friendly TAX TRIBUNAL ACT (EXCERPT)Act 186 of 1973205.737 Determination of property's taxable value; equalization; burden of proof; joinder of claims; motion fee; interest; motion to amend petition to add subsequent years; notice of hearing; appeal without prior protest.Sec. 37. (1) The tribunal shall determine a property's taxable value pursuant to section 27a of the general property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.27a. (2) The tribunal shall determine a property's state equalized valuation by multiplying its finding of true cash value by a percentage equal to the ratio of the average level of assessment in relation to true cash values in the assessment district, and equalizing that product by application of the equalization factor that is uniformly applicable in the assessment district for the year in question. The property's state equalized valuation shall not exceed 50% of the true cash value of the property on the assessment date. (3) The petitioner has the burden of proof in establishing the true cash value of the property. The assessing agency has the burden of proof in establishing the ratio of the average level of assessments in relation to true cash values in the assessment district and the equalization factor that was uniformly applied in the assessment district for the year in question. (4) If the taxpayer paid additional taxes as a result of the unlawful assessments on the same property after filing the petition, or if in subsequent years an unlawful assessment is made against the same property, the taxpayer, not later than the filing deadline prescribed in section 35 for a proceeding before the tribunal that is commenced before January 1, 2007 or section 35a for a proceeding before the tribunal that is commenced after December 31, 2006, except as otherwise provided in subsections (5) and (7), may amend the petition to join all of the claims for a determination of the property's taxable value, state equalized valuation, or exempt status and for a refund of payments based on the unlawful assessments. The motion to amend the petition to add a subsequent year shall be accompanied by a motion fee equal to 50% of the filing fee to file a petition to commence an appeal for that property in that year. A sum determined by the tribunal to have been unlawfully paid or underpaid shall bear interest from the date of payment to the date of judgment and the judgment shall bear interest to date of its payment. However, a sum determined by the tribunal to have been underpaid shall not bear interest for any time period prior to 28 days after the tribunal's decision. Interest required by this subsection shall accrue for periods before April 1, 1982 at a rate of 6% per year, shall accrue for periods after March 31, 1982 but before April 1, 1985 at a rate of 12% per year, and shall accrue for periods after March 31, 1985 but before April 1, 1994 at a rate of 9% per year. After March 31, 1994 but before January 1, 1996, interest shall accrue at an interest rate set monthly at a per annum rate based on the auction rate of the 91-day discount treasury bill rate for the first Monday in each month, plus 1%. After December 31, 1995 but before July 1, 2012, interest shall accrue at an interest rate set each year based on the average auction rate of 91-day discount treasury bills in the immediately preceding state fiscal year as certified by the department of treasury, plus 1%. The department of treasury shall certify the interest rate within 60 days after the end of the immediately preceding fiscal year. After June 30, 2012, interest shall accrue at 1 percentage point above the adjusted prime rate. As used in this section, "adjusted prime rate" means the average predominant prime rate quoted by not fewer than 3 commercial banks to large businesses, as determined by the department of treasury. The adjusted prime rate is to be based on the average prime rate charged by not fewer than 3 commercial banks during the 6-month period ending on March 31 and the 6-month period ending on September 30. One percentage point shall be added to the adjusted prime rate and the resulting sum shall be divided by 12 to establish the current monthly interest rate. The resulting current monthly interest rate based on the 6-month period ending March 31 becomes effective on the following July 1, and the resulting current monthly interest rate based on the 6-month period ending September 30 becomes effective on January 1 of the following year. The tribunal shall order the refund of all or part of a property tax administration fee paid in connection with taxes that the tribunal determines were unlawfully paid. (5) A motion to amend a petition to add subsequent years is not necessary in the following circumstances: (a) If the tribunal has jurisdiction over a petition alleging that the property is exempt from taxation, the appeal for each subsequent year for which an assessment has been established shall be added automatically to the petition. However, upon leave of the tribunal, the petitioner or respondent may request that any subsequent year be excluded from appeal at the time of the hearing on the petition. (b) If the residential property and small claims division of the tribunal has jurisdiction over a petition, the appeal for each subsequent year for which an assessment has been established shall be added automatically to the petition. The residential property and small claims division shall automatically add to an appeal of a final determination of a claim for exemption of a principal residence or of qualified agricultural property each subsequent year in which a claim for exemption of that principal residence or that qualified agricultural property is denied. However, upon leave of the tribunal, the petitioner or respondent may request that any subsequent year be excluded from appeal at the time of the hearing on the petition. (6) The notice of the hearing on a petition shall include a statement advising the petitioner of the right to amend his or her petition to include or exclude subsequent years as provided by subsections (4) and (5). (7) If the final equalization multiplier for the tax year is greater than the tentative multiplier used in preparing the assessment notice and as a result of action of the state board of equalization or county board of commissioners a taxpayer's assessment as equalized is in excess of 50% of true cash value, that person may appeal directly to the tax tribunal without a prior protest before the local board of review. The appeal shall be filed under this subsection on or before the third Monday in August and shall be heard in the same manner as other appeals of the tribunal. An appeal pursuant to this subsection shall not result in an equalized value less than the assessed value multiplied by the tentative equalization multiplier used in preparing the assessment notice. History: 1973, Act 186, Eff. July 1, 1974 ;-- Am. 1976, Act 365, Imd. Eff. Dec. 23, 1976 ;-- Am. 1982, Act 57, Imd. Eff. Apr. 6, 1982 ;-- Am. 1983, Act 163, Imd. Eff. July 24, 1983 ;-- Am. 1985, Act 63, Imd. Eff. June 19, 1985 ;-- Am. 1987, Act 23, Imd. Eff. Apr. 24, 1987 ;-- Am. 1992, Act 172, Imd. Eff. July 21, 1992 ;-- Am. 1993, Act 21, Imd. Eff. Apr. 14, 1993 ;-- Am. 1994, Act 254, Imd. Eff. July 5, 1994 ;-- Am. 1995, Act 232, Imd. Eff. Dec. 19, 1995 ;-- Am. 1996, Act 505, Imd. Eff. Jan. 9, 1997 ;-- Am. 2003, Act 131, Eff. Jan. 1, 2004 ;-- Am. 2006, Act 174, Imd. Eff. May 30, 2006 ;-- Am. 2012, Act 220, Imd. Eff. June 28, 2012 © 2009 Legislative Council, State of Michigan


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Hey baseball fans!
Today's Baseball with Matt blog post is about a very special baseball player. This person is one of the most inspirational, famous, and well-liked baseball players of all time. He is in the Hall of Fame and has an award in the MLB named after him that is given every year to the most charitable player on and off the field (it was recently awarded to Dodgers pitching ace Clayton Kershaw). I think you all know who this person is: Roberto Clemente.
Besides probably being one of the most charitable athletes in history, there's a reason Clemente is in the Hall of Fame. In his career from 1955-1972 with the Pirates, he went to 15 All-Star Games, won the Gold Glove Award for right field 12 times, and won the 1966 NL MVP Award. He was overshadowed by guys like Willie Mays, Hank Aaron, Frank Robinson and Mickey Mantle, but nonetheless managed to get 3,000 hits in his career (exactly 3,000) and bat .317 lifetime. With his help, the Pirates won the World Series in 1960 against the Yankees and in 1971 against Baltimore, with him winning World Series MVP in '71. He remains the only player ever to hit a walk-off inside-the-park grand slam, which he did in a 9-8 win over the Cubs on July 25, 1956. Going back to him being very charitable, during the off-season, he was very involved in donating baseball equipment and food to those in need in Latin American countries. If he wasn't doing that, then he was holding baseball clinics for kids. Sadly, he died in 1972 at the young age of 37 because of a plane crash he was involved in while flying to Nicaragua to try to help survivors of a recent earthquake that struck the country. His body was never found. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame the following year in a special election, instead of the usual five year minimum wait.
So, what is the point of this post you ask? The point is that you should really appreciate what you have, not take it for granted and be charitable. A lot of people have had great suffering because of Hurricane Sandy and if you aren't as bad off, then you should be thankful for what you have and try to help. Anyway, I hope you appreciated this post. Thanks for reading!
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Another great article Matt. You keep writing about players that I followed when I was young! I always wore #21, which was Clemente's number and even had a Roberto Clemente glove. If you write an article about Dick Allen, who was my all-time favorite player, I'll be amazed!


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A special City Council Meeting was held Monday evening with the 2nd Reading of Ordinance #2013-006, which set the new fire protection boundaries.
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Faces 4 Autism had their Bubbles Of Hope Celebration Monday at the Manchester Elementary School. Students participated with not only kids in America but across the world as well. Carmen Reid the Parent Engagement Coordinator, Alenen Stivers the Special Education Teacher and Principal Dwight Harris spearheaded the event to raise awareness for autism.
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Recent FIS NewsBelow you will find a listing of recent FIS News Find your newsFIS Freestyle Junior Worlds 2011 in Jyväskylä The FIS Freestyle Junior World Ski Championships in moguls will be held in Jyväskylä, Finland, on March 19th-20th 2011. The title competitions in both moguls and dual moguls will see approximately one hundred athletes from 16 countries competing. Jyväskylä has traditions as a Freestyle town already since the 1970's and the Laajavuori ski resort, only a five-minute drive from the city center, has served as a venue for many competitions until the late 90's. It has hosted the FIS Freestyle Junior World Ski Championships twice before, in 1994 and 1997, respectively. The World Championships 2011 project required some course construction to meet the latest FIS course specifications and last autumn, the traditional Laajavuori mogul course was rebuilt in close co-operation with the city of Jyväskylä and the ski resort. The venue is in perfect shape to stage the battles for the World Championship medals as this year's event effectively returns Jyväskylä back on the freestyle map. Expectations are high on the Finnish Freestyle Team, too. Both Ville Miettunen and Jussi Penttala have made great runs at the FIS Freestyle World Ski Championships at Deer Valley (USA) and three skiers from the hosting Jyväskylä Freestyle Club will also compete: Lassi Mustonen, Veli-Valtteri Vanhala and Jimi Salonen are going to thrill the home crowd. FIS European Cup moguls competition at Laajavuori on Friday 18th before the title events will provide even more momentum for the weekend. For more information visit www.jwc2011jyvaskyla.fi/ Contributed by OC Jyväskylä |
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Charlotte Motor Speedway: NC's "Home Track"
Charlotte Motor Speedway makes NASCAR history both on and off the track. Located minutes from many of the racing teams' shops, this 1.5-mile track has been hosting events for almost five decades and offers fans racing excitement throughout the year.
Every May the speedway and Charlotte comes alive for more than a week and it all begins with the All-Star Challenge. The race, which awards no championship points, has a unique, multi-segment format. It pits recent race winners against the top finisher from a qualifying race and another driver voted in by the fans.
During the days after the All-Star Challenge, the racing world's attention turns to Uptown Charlotte and NASCAR's Hall of Fame. Annual induction ceremonies for five pillars of the sport add importance to this race week while fans and participants re-connect with racing's roots.
Each Memorial Day weekend, the track hosts the longest race on the Sprint Cup series schedule - the Coca-Cola 600. It's at this event that former track promoter "Humpy" Wheeler set the standard for pre-race festivities. From mock military invasions in the infield to flyovers from the military's latest hardware, you never know what to expect each year as a lead-up to the historic race.
During the annual October race, points are on the line. The Bank of America 500 is the only race run entirely under the lights during the 10-event Chase for the Sprint Cup that decides the series champion.
Race enthusiasts have the opportunity to get behind the wheel at one of the many driving schools, including the Richard Petty Driving Experience or the Jeff Gordon Driving School. Both schools offer rides in two-seat, NASCAR-type cars chauffeured by instructors. If you are more adventurous, sign up for a session that allows you to drive.
In addition to the 1.5-mile oval, the speedway grounds is home to the only four-lane concrete drag strip in the country - the ZMax Dragway. The schedule is highlighted by visits from the NHRA in the fall and in the spring when the facility hosts the only four-wide drag racing in the country. The state of the art Dirt Track at Charlotte Motor Speedway hosts the top touring dirt race cars in the country during NASCAR weekends. In November, the World of Outlaws sprint cars, late models and big-block modifieds complete their cross-country seasons at the .4-mile clay oval, bringing fans from nearly every state.
Inside the oval used by NASCAR, the speedway has built a quarter-mile track used weekly by Bandoleros, Legends Cars and Thunder Roadsters as part of a national racing series. In October 2010, NASCAR's oldest division, the modifieds, raced here for the first time.
With its variety of venues, Charlotte Motor Speedway meets the needs of many race teams and series. But its fans haven't been forgotten. In 1992, a MUSCO lighting system was installed that puts all of its night racing action in plain view from each of its 160,000 seats or fan-packed infield. If you want to stay close to the action, the speedway offers a variety of camp sites from basic tent to full hook-up for RVs. Shuttles run on race days to bring you from your site to the track.
Charlotte Motor Speedway also gives you the chance to get on the track. Beginning at the gift shop, a van tour takes you through the garage area, down pit road and right to victory lane. The tour finishes with a ride around the track so you can feel the pull of 5-degree banking down the straight aways and the 24-degree banking in the corners.
Not far from the Charlotte Motor Speedway in Uptown Charlotte lies the NASCAR Hall of Fame. This state-of-the-art attraction hosts 50 hands-on exhibits, nearly 1,000 artifacts and a 278-person theater. Here fans can get a behind-the-scenes look at the history of NASCAR and how it has become an iconic sport today.
For ticket, camping or schedule information, visit charlottemotorspeedway.com.
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