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Garden board to meet
The Warren Garden Club board of directors will meet at 10:15 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, in the Jefferson Room at the Warren Public Library.
Class to lunch
Warren High School Class of 1957 will have lunch at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, at Perkins Restaurant, Ludlow St., Warren.
AOC to ski
On Sunday, Feb. 16, the Allegheny Outdoor Club will ski the Tom's Run Ski Trail at Hearts Content on the Allegheny National Forest. Participants will meet at Musante Street in Warren at 1 p.m. For more information, call Earl Ross at 706-1198.
Class to breakfast
Youngsville High School Class of 1951 will have breakfast at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, at Richard's Restaurant in Youngsville.
Class to breakfast
Youngsville High School Class of 1948 will have breakfast at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, at Richard's Restaurant in Youngsville.


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Fiscal Cliff Smothers Market, Not Jobs Report
NEW YORK ( TheStreet) -- Even the monthly jobs report can't muzzle fiscal-cliff chatter.
Hours after the Bureau of Labor Statistics revealed on Friday that nonfarm payrolls added 146,000 jobs in November, the markets were mixed, thanks in part to House Speaker John Boehner's ability to yank investors back to post-election politics.
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Whether it was the better-than-expected payroll number or that the labor participation ticked down again, economists and analysts have dug through the data without much to sway them in either direction on the markets.
The major U.S. equity indices jumped at the opening on Friday, but quickly reversed direction and then moved in separate directions -- the Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed, the S&P 500 inched slightly higher off the flatline and the Nasdaq decreased.
Throughout most of 2012, the monthly employment situation gripped investors, politicos and citizens who were looking for any signal of improvement in the U.S. economy and what it may mean for the outcome of the presidential election.
Americans grew accustomed to Mitt Romney's doom-and-gloom statements and President Barack Obama's "it-takes-time" commentary.
Little discussion circled the so-called fiscal cliff -- when tax relief measures and deep spending cuts will automatically go into effect -- but some investors were more concerned about it than the election outcome .
Now that voters have selected Obama to a second term, they want Congress and the President to solve the country's fiscal woes, according to a Gallup poll .
The drop in labor participation rates caught the attention of many economists and analysts.
The BLS reported that the civilian work force declined by 0.2 percentage points to 63.6%, which offset the increase of the same amount in October.
"That's the part of it that is not good news," said David Weiman, an economist at Barnard College in New York City. "Overall I say we got the growth in employment numbers, and that's important, but on the other hand you can't discount the fact that we still don't have robust enough growth that's bringing people from the unemployment rolls into employment and is also taking those folks that are sitting on the sidelines."
Press release statements about the monthly jobs report had become typical during election season, but political leaders used the event to tie it to the fiscal cliff
House Speaker John Boehner (R., Ohio) blamed Democrats' budget plan for "slow-walking" the economy to the edge of the cliff.

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Tuesday, March 31, 2009
MAC Sugarsweet Tutorial on Women of Color Part I
I decided to mix things up for this tutorial. I usually do a look on myself and call it today. This time around I used my bestie for a model. I get a lot of requests from women of color to recommend shades for them since they don't think they can rock the bright colors that I do. Wrong! It just takes the right application and the right bases to use the same products. My bestie is an NW45 and she loves wearing bright colors.
This video also gives me the opportunity to demonstrate how I do makeup on others. I was pretty laid back in this video but I do explain my technique and give tips on applying makeup on others.
FYI, I had already airbrushed her foundation beforehand to save time. She also has on MAC lip erase in Dim which explains why her lips look so light, lol.
Check out part 1! I show you everything from eyeshadow to applying lashes.
Part 2 will be up on Wednesday where I show the complete look including pictures! Ciao Bellas!
Atlanta Makeup Artist
10 comments:
- Miss Yaya said...
i really like this look - great job!
- March 31, 2009 at 11:04 AM
- ♡ Nic Nic ♡ said...
your bestie look beautiful with the eye makeup so far!
- March 31, 2009 at 12:33 PM
- kandy said...
thanx so much girlie i was waiting for this!! and yes ur so rite those shades u picked are beautiful!! love it!! i have to try this!!
- March 31, 2009 at 1:59 PM
- Couture Carrie said...
I love how your posts appeal to women with all different skin colors!!
- March 31, 2009 at 3:00 PM
- Eclecticldy said...
such a treat to see you in action -loved it!
- March 31, 2009 at 7:47 PM
- Askmewhats said...
you look so happy while putting makeup on others..passion girl! :) Love it!
- March 31, 2009 at 8:31 PM
- JENSMAKEUPBAG said...
can't wait for part 2. your friend's skin is beautiful! i really like how you airbrushed her. makes skin flawless.
- April 1, 2009 at 1:45 AM
- Sharon Rose said...
Hi there-how fabulous, well done my dear!!
- April 1, 2009 at 3:22 AM
- slvrlips said...
Very Pretty!! You did an awesome job! What airbrush machine do you use?
- April 1, 2009 at 5:49 PM
- Luxe Tips said...
Wow Ren!
This is great! She looks absolutely beautiful. I am going to try some of the colors on myself!
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Sorry I completely forgot about this. I've got a nasty cold and going back outside again didn't figure much in my thinking this evening. Hopefully other people didn't forget.
I haven't been able to get hold of my friend with bankruptcy auction contacts, so no fridge from that source. But it looks like we will be in this building for a little while longer, so I think that splashing out a bit less than a grand on a new fridge would be worth it.
What is the latest on the new menu, Alex?
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Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (209 votes).
In short: Race lives up to the hype, but baggage left a sour aftertasteIn full: As mentioned by almost every other reviewer, this race was pretty near perfect until the finish, where the baggage wheels came off.Concentrating on the positives, the rest of the organization was spot-on, the supporting crowds numerous and enthusiastic, and my fellow runners very chipper. Finally, the goody bag was one of the best I have receivedDate of review: March 2, 2014
Date of review: March 2, 2014
In short: Pleasant Run around ReadingIn full: This is my first Reading Half and I was using it as a longer tempo run for my training for the London Marathon. The crowds were enthusiastic, the course was extremely fast and crowded which was great for simulating what I think London will be like. The only issue I had was with the length of time it took to pick up my baggage. The queue was more frightening than any aspect of the actual race. It took about 40 minutes in the freezing cold and rain which took a little bit of the gloss off my time which was 3 minutes faster than I was aiming for. Other than that what is there not to like. A huge event, well organised and a quick course.Date of review: March 2, 2014
In short: A good race with a great atmosphere, spoilt by dreadful organisation post raceIn full: This is a race I enjoy, and today I celebrated my 10th consecutive Reading Half. Early signs were good – not much of a queue to get off the motorway and into the race parking, not too much crowding getting to the stadium, and even the queues for the toilets were pretty short. The race itself was great – started 5 minutes late, but that wasn't a problem and the new phased start did reduce congestion for the first half a mile or so (though there was a new slight hold up at one of the corners fairly early on). Music on the course was better than ever – the drummers under the underpass are always my favourite, and the church choirs, dance music and rock band performing Yes covers all added to the atmosphere. Support from the locals is also good and of all the races I do, I always think that Reading is closest in feel to the London Marathon without having to go twice the distance. Finish processing was busy but working well (I finished in 1:55, which must have been near the peak) – the disposable bib timing chips no doubt help with this – I picked up all my bits without having to wait. Then it started to go wrong. The queues for the male baggage tents were epic. It took me 45 minutes and I think I was one of the lucky ones. This is completely unacceptable; we were all stood there in wet kit, with no dry clothing or shelter and exposed to the elements – a safety issue.For some reason, it was working fine for the ladies so I don't know what happened. As a Race Director myself, I know the Army Cadets are great at this sort of thing so can only think the organisers made some fundamental error like allocating race numbers by predicted finish time, meaning that everyone was hitting the same area of baggage tent at the same time. On my way back to join another long queue to get out of the car park, I passed another horrific queue for the shuttle bus. All in all it took longer to collect my bag and get out of the car park than it did to complete the race. For a commercial race, organised by paid professionals that charges an entry fee higher than the London Marathon I expect more. I don't think I'll be back.Date of review: March 2, 2014
In short: Great race and crowds leDate of review: March 2, 2014
In short: Huge field has pluses and minusesIn full: I was in the blue zone and finished in 1:48. Unlike some reviewers below I dropped my baggage and picked it up afterwards in reasonably good order. The queue afterwards was huge but it moved quickly and I ended up waiting for 9 minutes. Not bad but it was blowing a cold wind and threatening to rain. The cadets were working really hard and I think at times struggling to keep up with the sheer numbers. But not a disaster.Rest of the race was good. Start was fast, course was busy but no real pinch points. Plenty of water stops. Excellent chunky medal and a decent goody bag.Mass participation races aren't really my thing but this was a decent day out.There are two things that no race organizers can have too many of - loos and baggage handlers.Date of review: March 2, 2014
In short: Post-race organisation was the worst I have ever seen. In full: Queued 1.15 hours for my bag in freezing cold then another 1.15 for the shuttle bus back to the station. Unless they a) recognise that there was a problem and b) tell us what they are going to do about it I would avoid like the plague. Date of review: March 2, 2014
In short: Post-race shambles...but pb potential.In full: The race itself was great, however I had to overtake people the whole way round. Even though I stood in the correct zone for my end time, I had to swerve around the majority of the race which added to my finish time. However I got aPB so very happy. The queues at the end were shocking. Luckily for me, as a woman, I picked up my bag straightway. Then I had to queue for 45 mins with my boyfriend to collect his bag. Then a good 1 1/2 to get the shuttle bus back to Reading station. Everyone was freezing and our muscles were seizing up. I did this race 4 years ago and raved about it. I would never recommend it-worst post-race organisation I've ever seen.Date of review: March 2, 2014
In short: One to avoid unless you have the patience of a saint.In full: Good course, the crowd were great as were the bands. Drinks stations didn't seem to be signposted and the post race organisation was a shambles. It took me 2 hours to collect my bag and get back to the station. Ok I guess if you are super fast or super slow but at 1:38 and male you were 45 mins to collect your bagDate of review: March 2, 2014
In short: A biggie but a goodieDate of review: July 3, 2013
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The case of a man who went missing Tuesday and was found safely hours later demonstrated the way in which Fort Dodge police help find adults who have disappeared.
The 65-year-old man was reported missing around 3:30 Tuesday morning while walking his dog. He was later found safe near the intersection of 10th Avenue North and North 22nd Street at about 9:15 a.m.
In cases where an adult or child goes missing, the Fort Dodge Police Department is in the process of working on a policy that will state how missing persons investigations are handled.
The policy is being written, in part, by Sgt. Dan Charlson, who attended a conference on missing persons from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.
Charlson said police have different ways of responding to missing person reports, depending on whether a child or adult is involved.
"We define a missing child as anyone under the age of 17," he said. "There are several factors that will make us respond differently. These include if the child is out of their safety zone, has mental or behavioral disabilities, is in a life-threatening situation or is accompanied by someone who is endangering their welfare."
He added police response in missing children investigations is critical in leading to a successful recovery.
"How we receive the call is going to dictate how we respond," Charlson said. "If something came up where the child was abducted or circumstances make us believe they are in immediate danger, we will use the resources available to us as quickly as we can to lead to a resolution."
However, when it comes to missing adults, Charlson said the response depends on several different factors.
"Missing adult cases are a little more challenging based on the fact that adults have the ability to leave of their own volition," he said. "If they don't want to return home or they want to change their life, they can do that."
But as in the case of the man who went missing Tuesday, Chief Tim Carmody said the circumstances will help determine the type of response.
"When you consider the fact that we had an older person who had some medical issues and was gone for an extended period of time, that elevates our response," he said. "We also had concerns about his safety in the hot weather."
Other factors in an investigation can help police determine how many resources should be dedicated to the search.
"Are there indications that this is a criminal incident rather than a person who left of their own volition?" Carmody said. "We always evaluate that."
He added that not every case is the same.
"It's not a cookie cutter process," he said. "They're defined by the situation as we know it in that moment."
Carmody emphasized that there is no waiting period for reporting an adult missing. Police will respond once a report is taken, he said.
But even when an adult is located safely, that doesn't mean officers can tell family and relatives what happened.
"If we do locate an adult, we can ask them to notify their family that they're OK, but we cannot tell the family where they're at," he said. "We can't give them a phone number. It's inappropriate for us to do that because that's their wish."
The Fort Dodge Police Department can also ask for help from the Webster County Sheriff's Department and Iowa State Patrol in a missing persons case. If the case is considered critical, the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation can also be asked to respond.
Carmody said some of those agencies helped out Tuesday with the missing man.
"We alerted the Iowa State Patrol who were able to use their aircraft to help us," he said. "The Community Emergency Response Team is also available to search in situations like that."
That response showed the strength between the local agencies, according to Carmody.
"It's another good example of how good of a relationship we have with our local partners," he said. "We all work together to provide that service to the community. Every officer on duty and even some that were off were out looking for this gentleman."
"We deeply appreciate the response," he added. "It demonstrates the kind of community that Fort Dodge is."


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THE owner of a Henley newsagents says he is in shock after raiders targeted his shop twice in a less than a fortnight.
Satnam Singh said cigarettes worth an estimated �15,000 were taken from Northfield End Newsagents. The first raid happened during the night of January 19 when about �5,500 worth of alcohol, cigarettes and scratch cards were stolen.
The second break-in took place during the night of January 30 when all the cigarettes and some scratch cards were taken.
Mr Singh says he now plans to install CCTV cameras at the shop.
Police are appealing for anyone who may have seen anything suspicious to call them on 101.
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Wendy's adds chipotle sauce to 99-cent sandwiches
The Columbus Dispatch - December 23, 2013 02:08 PM
Wendy's has added chipotle sauce to its 99-cent chicken and junior cheeseburger sandwiches, for a limited time.
Both the Spicy Chipotle Crispy Chicken Sandwich and the Spicy Chipotle Jr. Cheeseburger feature melted pepper jack cheese, jalapeños and a signature chipotle sauce on top of beef or a crispy chicken fillet, the company said.
"These new Right Price Right Size Menu items deliver a bold spice flavor at an irresistible price," Liz Geraghty, Wendy's vice president, brand marketing.
More than half of U.S. consumers -- 54 percent -- say they prefer very spicy foods and sauces to mild ones, according to the recent 2013 Flavor Consumer Trend Report by food and restaurant research firm Technomic. The new spice in Wendy's menu is part of the company's ongoing brand transformation.


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|Wilson Six.One 95S Scores
Wilson really did it this time! Our playtesters' ears perked up when they heard that Wilson was adding Spin Effect technology to each of its racquet lines. An open 18x16 string pattern in a classic precision racquet like the Six.One? Needless to say, they couldn't wait to get their hands on the Six.One 95S, and once they did they knew Wilson was onto something with this added spin potential. Weighing in around 11.5 ounces strung, this stable and crisp racquet complemented each of our playtesters' games. With loads of spin, feel and precision from the baseline and a maneuverable, clean feel at the net, this racquet helped us play great offense and defense. After reading what our playtesters thought of this one, we think you might find yourself agreeing with Wilson - more spin does equal more win!
The new Wilson Six.One 95 racquets have proved to be hits with our team for their improved feel, comfort and response. Throw in Spin Technology and its open string pattern, and we couldn't wait to hit the Six.One 95S off the ground. Chris, who has really been enjoying the updates to the Six.One 95 16x18 and 18x20 made his feelings clear about the new Six.One 95S by saying, "This is my immediate favorite of the new Six.One lineup. I just loved this racquet from the baseline. I was able to hit my down-the-line shots with much more pace thanks to all the spin I was getting. The added spin had the ball to dropping inside the lines and kicking up high, making it a tough shot for my opponent to return. I was also getting great spin on my slice backhand. I was able to cup around the ball for a nice cross court angle or cut inside it to hit an inside out slice down the line. When I softened my grip on the handle I could get my slice to drop short and low. The result was a tough, low ball that was not only tough to return, but also one that I could hit with lots of disguise. If I could get my racquet on the ball I could do something to hurt my opponent - even when I was flat out on the run."
Spencer's initial reaction was just as positive. He offered, "Of all the racquets I've hit this year, this one felt the best. With its static weight around 11.5 ounces and a swingweight around 320, I liked it before I even hit a ball. Once on court there was even more to like. It had a very responsive feel from the baseline. Whether I was hitting topspin or slice, I was digging the results. I normally play with the Steam 99S, so I'm used to getting good spin on my shots. This one didn't have as much spin as the Steam 99S, but certainly more than the Six One 95 16x18 or 18x20. This racquet felt so good on groundies that I wanted to believe this was a good fit for me. Then reality took hold and I realized I was framing more balls than usual."
"This was almost the perfect racquet for me from the baseline," began Jason. "Almost! I loved the feel and response. Even though the spin wasn't as great as it is in my Steam 99S, there was still plenty to get the ball jumping off the court. I could really take big cuts on my forehands and get them to dip into the court. I also loved it on the slice. I felt like I could really knife the shots and keep them low. The directional control was also better with this racquet than my own." Coming from the powerful spin beast, the Steam 99S, Jason found himself craving a bit more power. "I'm used to the pop I get from the Steam 99S, and this racquet just didn't provide that same put-away power."
Michelle, who is known to play a bigger, flatter game, explained how Spin Effect technology in the Six.One 95S even benefited her game. "I experienced a bit of an adjustment period with this racquet. Despite my flatter game style, I still appreciate and enjoy the added spin benefits from these Spin Technology frames (and the extra spin that comes from polys). I have tried to debunk Wilson's spin technology using the Trackman device, but it has been proven to me that using this racquet does add RPMs to my game. When hitting flat with a racquet that doesn't boast any spin technology, I hit below 1,000 RPMs. With this one, I am above 1,300 without changing my stroke. I can be a bit stubborn (as most tennis players are) and I'm not a fan of having to change my game for a racquet, so with the spin technology frames I just keep my game as is. When hitting bigger, flatter balls I did experience added RPMs, but I also felt a slightly erratic response at times (some balls would go deep with ease and other balls would have more spin but drop shorter than what I like to hit depth-wise). I did find some great spin and depth coming off my stringbed when going for change-up balls, defensive balls, short angles, and lobs. I found that I could easily use this racquet successfully offensively and defensively. I also can say that being on the other side of the net from someone playing with this racquet (yes, Chris, I'm talking to you), was frustrating because, as he noted, even when I pulled him completely off the court, he still had a great defensive play on the ball to get him back into the point."
All four of our playtesters agreed that the Six.One 95S felt flawless at the net. Michelle wasn't sure if she was going to like volleying with the Six.One 95S, but she ultimately found it to be crisp, predictable and maneuverable at the net. She said, "I really enjoyed volleying with this racquet, which was a nice surprise because I have struggled with some of the other spin-friendly racquets at the net. This was a solid volleying racquet, and it was easy to maneuver and place my volleys - I could place them deep or hit some great angles off the court. I even had success with some soft drop volleys."
Spencer found the net to be one of his favorite places on the court to use the Six.One 95S. He said, "The racquet feels great at net. It's maneuverable, provides a solid punch and has plenty of feel. Even with the 95 square inch headsize, I had more confidence at net than usual."
Chris agreed that this racquet felt very crisp at net, and he liked the direct response. He added, "I was able to punch volleys deep into the court with good accuracy. The added spin was great on drop volleys, as I was able to get the ball to die faster. The Spin Effect string pattern was also lively enough to help me hit forceful volleys, even when I was off balance or in a defensive position. I also liked the pace I found on high volleys and overheads."
"I really enjoyed it when I made clean contact with the ball - great touch and spin up at net," said Jason. "But when I didn't make clean contact the racquet felt just a bit unstable to me. I'm used to 98+ square inch head sizes, so I found myself shanking more balls than usual. I did like it on overheads. It didn't feel sluggish at all."
When it came to serving with the Six.One 95S the results and feedback continued to be positive. Jason found his focus shifting to precision over pace with this racquet in hand. He didn't find large amounts of power, but he really benefited from the bite and control he found. "I really liked the amount of control I had serving with this stick. The maneuverability and the unique 18x16 string pattern had my serves hitting with plenty of spin. I didn't serve the hardest with this racquet, but it was not a check in the negative box for me."
Despite the fact that this racquet is lighter than his preferred specs, Chris found himself serving very well with this racquet. He commented, "I was getting very nice spin and impressive pace. My first serve percentage was way up, and I was able to keep a fast serve inside the box by adding spin. On second serves, I was getting enough spin to serve aggressively. I think I can get even more out of this racquet on serve if I add weight to it, and I plan on doing just that."
Michelle continued to appreciate this racquet's easy to access extra spin. She said, "Again, I found this racquet easy to serve with. There was easy access to power and spin, and it was simple to hit my targets. I enjoyed the extra access to spin and slice for my second serves. I really got some good bite with my slice serves, which helped me set up the point by pulling my opponent off the court."
"I certainly feel the Six.One 95S out-performs other 95 square inch racquets on the serve," Spencer added. "That said, I wasn't getting the pace or spin I need to be effective. Consistency was good, but I couldn't muster anything special."
The quick playing Six.One 95S helped our playtesters gain depth and height on their returns. "Fast and easy to get around, this was a great racquet to return serve with," said Chris. "I was taking a good swing at serves, and the added spin I got from the racquet helped me keep shots on target. I found I could be very aggressive with this racquet, and I also found myself taking the ball earlier. There was enough mass for my slice returns, and I was able to chip or knife slice returns well. Again, I plan to add a little bit of weight to up the power and stability slightly."
Spencer, who is used to the larger stringbed of his Steam 99S, had some issues when returning. "This was where I could have used a few more square inches in headsize. I definitely noticed more framed balls than normal when returning, though I was very happy with the maneuverability and the variety of shots I could hit."
Jason found it easy to adjust his tactics and return well with the Six.One 95S. He explained, "Defenses, especially cornerbacks, in football have to do what they call 'read and react.' The faster they do that, the better. It's the same thing when returning a serve, and with a racquet like the Six One 95S, it was easy to do. It's not sluggish at all, so it wasn't 'read and slowly react.' I was able to quickly put the racquet where it needed to be. When I had time to set up I could take a full, confident cut at the ball, knowing the spin would keep it in play."
Michelle loved being able to play offensively or defensively with the Six.One 95S, depending on what was coming at her. She offered, "I found it perfect for keeping me in the point against bigger first serves because the open string pattern helped me access easy depth. I could also chip my returns and get them to stay nice and low. I could step up on second serves and take big cuts. I found that when I was returning bigger my opponents would feel like they were being pushed back, which is the way I like to start a point - by dictating."
Chris - "I loved this racquet. I have been impressed by all of the Six.One 95 racquets this year, but this one has impressed me the most. While I love the solid feel of the 18x20 version, this S version is a better racquet on defense and provides more options on offense. I like it so much, I'm switching to it."
Spencer - "Feel and volleys."
Jason - "Spin, feel, control and maneuverability. Just about everything."
Michelle - "I enjoyed the added power from this racquet, along with the easy access to spin, which controlled my flatter groundstrokes. I really enjoyed this one at the net as well."
Chris - "None. I love it in stock form and expect to love it even more once I customize it to a slightly heavier weight."
Spencer - "The smaller headsize caused more framed balls."
Jason - "It's slightly under-powered, and I'm not used to the 95 square inch head, so I was shanking more than usual."
Michelle - "I found a slightly erratic launch angle off the stringbed at times when drilling from the baseline. I also had a slight adjustment period because of the slightly smaller head and the Spin Effect technology. I did struggle off and on in this playtest with some muscle soreness, but I think that was more the fault of the 4G string that was in the racquet than the frame stiffness."
Chris - "I loved how I could go from defense to offense with one swing with this racquet. Other racquets that enable me to do that are the Babolat AeroPro Drive and the Steam 99S, so I consider those comparable. In regards to the 16x18 and 18x20 versions of the Six.One that I have also tested, this one is more maneuverable and offers better spin, but is not as stable and solid feeling. Regardless, I can still hit a pretty heavy ball with the Six.One 95S thanks to its lively string pattern and access to spin. I was definitely able to get the ball through the court more than I could with the Blade 98S that we also recently tested."
Spencer - "From KFactor to BLX in the Six.One 95 series, the Six One 95S has been my favorite by far. It offered more action on the ball and seemed more maneuverable, with a little more pop."
Jason - "This racquet kind of sits in between the Steam 99S and the Pro Staff 95S. It has more control than the Steam 99S and more power than the Pro Staff 95S."
Michelle - "I think this racquet feels more like a player's racquet than the Steam 99S does. It doesn't have the same extreme spin or power as the 99S, which makes this Six.One 95S better suited for a player like myself. I enjoyed the Six.One 95S a lot more than the Blade 98S because it felt more stable and had the right amount of mass for me."
(Scores are determined by averaging individual play test scores)
|Chris' Scores
|Spencer's Scores
|Jason's Scores
|Michelle's Scores
Chris: 5.0 all-court player currently using the Wilson Six.One 95S. Chris uses a full-western forehand grip, has a fast swing style and hits a one-handed backhand.
Spencer: 4.5 baseline player currently using the Wilson Steam 99S. Spencer uses a semi-western forehand grip, and hits with a one-handed backhand.
Jason: 4.0 baseliner with a semi-western forehand and two handed backhand. Currently using a Wilson Steam 99S.
Michelle: Open level baseline player with a semi-western forehand and a two handed backhand. She currently plays with the Babolat Pure Drive Roddick.
Review date: October 2013. If you found this review interesting or have further questions or comments please contact us.
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The Mo State Backs Up For MovemberMonday, November 2nd, 2009
David Boon: Mo Hero
There's no doubt which state leads Australia in moustache production. That would be Tasmania.
While other states dropped the mo for a couple of decades, or only resurrected them for ironic purposes, great Tasmanians like David Boon and David Foster scaled the heights of achievement while sporting classic handlebar facial growth.
David Foster: Mo Hero
Inspired by these mighty Tasmanian heroes, the team from Scene Change Tasmania are stepping up for their second run at Movember. Last year's efforts raised an impressive sum of money toward important yet often ignored men's health issues such as depression and prostate cancer.
Movember was started in Australia in 2003, and has since spread across the world, a testament to the global appeal of the mo.
Now it's your chance to support the intrepid team of Gareth Percey, Rod Street, Ben Coombe, Damien Free, Dean Vervaart, Ben Wallace, Paul Davies, Josh Warwick and Matt Walker.
Sign up as a donor here and watch their mo's unfold during the course of the month.
A big thank you to the Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart, who have given us permission to look like pool cleaners around the hotel for the month.
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To use or not to use poles? The field is split, but I am adamantly in favor. The Black Diamond Ultra Distance Z-Poles are my carbon-fiber secret weapon for supporting the pack weight, lessening my exertion and finding little bits of traction under the ever-sliding sand. In comparing carbon vs. non-carbon options, you'll instantly feel the difference (about five ounces) and that little bit of weight savings will have a cumulative effect with each stride over the course of a week. The beauty of the Z-Poles is that they are light enough to sprint with or quick to collapse and stow.
Bonus Tip: Multi-day expert Jason "UltraPedestrian Ras" Vaughan often laminates his pace chart or elevation profile and uses clear packing tape to affix it to his poles—an easy way to have quick access to important stats. In a stage race, this might also be a great spot for a picture of a loved one or a motivational phrase.


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This week I am in Orlando, Florida for the IBM Edge conference. Here is a recap of Day 3.
- Data Footprint Reduction: Understanding IBM Storage Efficiency Options
Data Footprint Reduction: Understanding IBM Storage OptionsView more presentations from Tony Pearson on the IBM Expert Network..
Earlier this year, I wrote a Web article titled [Data Footprint Reduction] which covered data deduplication and compression, and was asked to present this at IBM Edge. I have expanded it to include:
- Thin Provisioning
- Space-Efficient Point-in-Time copies
- Data Deduplication
- Compression
After I presented the basic concepts, Sanjay Bhikot, a Unix and Storage admin at RICOH, presented his real-world experiences with data deduplication using the IBM ProtecTIER and real-time compression Beta experience using the SAN Volume Controller (SVC).
- IBM Active Cloud Engine Implementation on IBM SONAS 1.3 and IBM Storwize V7000 Unified
John Sing (IBM) presented the latest enhancements in the v1.3.2 release of SONAS and Storwize V7000 Unified.
- Introducing VMware vSphere Storage Features
Fellow blogger Stephen Foskett presented this session on VMware's storage features. This included VMware APIs for Array Integration (VAAI), VMware Array Storage Awareness (VASA), vCenter plug-ins, and a new concept he called "vVol" which de-multiplexes the "I/O Blender" that server hypervisors do by tagging individual requests to individual OS guests to provide added benefit. IBM is a leading reseller of VMware, so it makes sense that most of our storage meets all of Steve's requirements for recommendation.
- IBM's Storage Strategy in the Smarter Computing Era
IBM Storage Strategy in the Era of Smarter ComputingView more presentations from Tony Pearson on the IBM Expert Network.
Last year, I presented this on the fourth day of the conference, and feedback we received from attendees was that this should have been presented sooner in the week, as it provides great context for the more detailed product presentations.
To address this concern, the IBM executives presented IBM strategy on Monday's keynote session, but allowed me to present this on Wednesday for several reasons:
- You may have missed the keynote session. For example, you may not have arrived in time to hear the executives speak due to weather or mechanical problems causing travel delays.
- You may have attended the keynote session, but want to hear it again. Maybe you were a bit hung-over, or just may have been overwhelmed with the size and scope of this event. I have read for strategic topics, audiences may have to hear the message five to seven times before they truly appreciate and understand it.
- You may want to ask questions, and explore the implications in more detail. While keynote sessions can reach a broader audience, the communication is very much uni-directional. With break-out sessions with a few hundred people, the venue is more intimate and can afford opportunties for information exchange.
This was well attended, so the plan worked!
- IBM SONAS and the Cloud Storage Taxonomy
IBM SONAS and the Cloud Storage TaxonomyView more presentations from Tony Pearson on the IBM Expert Network.
The title of this session rolls off the tongue nicely, much like "James and the Giant Peach", "Harold and the Purple Crayon", or "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory".
When people say they are interested in "Cloud Storage", what exactly do they mean. After discussions with hundreds of clients, IBM has worked out a "taxonomy" that identifies four distinct types of storage:
- Persistent storage
- Ephemeral storage
- Hosted storage
- Reference storage
In this session, I presented how IBM SONAS addresses all four of these categories, as well as other IBM storage products that can address specific categories in the taxonomy.
In the evening, the attendees at IBM Edge joined the attendees from Innovate2012 (focused on IBM Rational products) at SeaWorld, with BBQ dinner, rides, Shamu the whale show, and a concert featuring Foreigner!
technorati tags: IBM, Stephen Foskett, Sanjay Bhikot, Data Footprint Reduction, Compression, Deduplication, Space-Efficient, Point-in-time, RICOH, SVC, Storwize V7000, SONAS, Active Cloud Engine, Smarter Computing, Smarter Storage, Foreigner, SeaWorld, Innovate2012


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Friday, September 14, 2012
EASA Grants JTI Fuel Approval for R44
Nashua, N.H.-based JTI Air Holdings has received certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to use its automotive gasoline to fuel Robinson R44s. JTI's European representative, Joop van Weele of Holland will sell the supplemental type certificates (STC) for operators and pilots to use the alternative fuel. The automotive fuel is a replacement for leaded helicopter fuel, which is discontinued due to environmental concerns.
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This is a method of writing Spanish using Tolkien's Tengwar alphabet devised by Edvin. He has based his method on Quenya and believes it is a more efficent system than other methods, which are based on Sindarin and have many "dead letters".
Todos los seres humanos nacen libres e iguales en dignidad y derechos y, dotados como están de razón y conciencia, deben comportarse fraternalmente los unos con los otros.
All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. They
are endowed with reason and conscience and should act towards one another
in a spirit of brotherhood.
(Article 1 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights)
Other methods of writing Spanish with Tengwar
Information about Tengwar in Spanish
Tengwar for Quenya, Tengwar for Sindarin, Tengwar for English, Tengwar for High Valyrian, Tengwar for Hungarian, Tengwar for Icelandic, Tengwar for Portugese, Tengwar for Scottish Gaelic (1), Tengwar for Scottish Gaelic (2), Tengwar for Spanish, Tengwar for Latin American Spanish, Tengwar for Welsh
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (April 10, 2008) – U.S. Women's National Volleyball Team Head Coach "Jenny" Lang Ping (Beijing, China) and USA beach volleyball Olympic gold medalist Kerri Walsh (Santa Clara, Calif.) were among approximately 80 individuals to take a turn running the Olympic torch on Wednesday afternoon in San Francisco, the only North American city to host the Olympic Torch Relay as the flame journeys to Beijing for the 2008 Olympic Games.
"USA Volleyball is incredibly proud to have Jenny and Kerri representing the sport of volleyball during the Olympic Torch Relay," USA Volleyball Chief Executive Officer Doug Beal said. "Not only are they among the best in their sport disciplines, they truly have a tremendous passion for the Olympic Games and the Olympic spirit. They are remarkable ambassadors for the sport and have widespread respect around the world."
Lang Ping, one of the most famous and respected individuals in the history of volleyball, begins her fourth year serving as head coach of the U.S. Women's National Team. She will lead Team USA into her native China for the 2008 Olympic Games.
"It was a great feeling running the torch," Lang Ping said. "There were lots of people waving USA and China flags creating lots of excitement surrounding the torch."
For Lang Ping, the Olympic torch and the 2008 Olympic Games holds special meaning to her in comparison to her two previous trips to the grandest international stage. Although asked to take part in the Olympic Torch Relay on two previous occasions only to decline because of coaching responsibilities, the 2008 Olympic Torch Relay happened while her current U.S. team is on a vacation period. Further, the Olympic Games are in her hometown where the torch will eventually land come August 2008.
"I feel like I am on both sides with China and the United States," Lang Ping said. "I was selected by the U.S. delegation to run in the Olympic Torch Relay and I am currently the head coach for the U.S. National Team. On the other hand, I was also representing my home country, China. I am very proud to have experienced this opportunity. The flame is going to my hometown, and hopefully I can carry this spirit on to the Olympic Games in Beijing."
After the relay, Lang Ping related her training regimen leading up to the Olympic Torch Relay. While leading a young U.S. Women's National Team on an exhibition tour of China from March 17-April 6, she ran 200-meter sprints during her spare time.
"I wish I could have run farther with the torch as I probably over-trained while in China," Lang Ping said half-jokingly as her journey with the torch was an estimated 15 meters.
The U.S. qualified for the Olympics by reaching the medal stand at the 2007 FIVB World Cup in Japan with a bronze-medal finish in November. The World Cup capped off a 26-11 season which included victories over Brazil in the World Cup, a win over then-top-ranked Russia and two victories over NORCECA rival Cuba.
Lang Ping, with a 68-38 record as head coach of Team USA, is a rarity in the international women's volleyball circles. She is the only female head coach among the top 20 countries listed in the current FIVB World Ranking. Team USA currently holds fourth place in the FIVB's international ranking.
According to FIVB files, Lang Ping will be moving into the same company of Hungary women's team coach Gabriella Kotsis as female coaches to lead teams into multiple Olympics. Kotsis led Hungary during the golden era of Hungarian Volleyball, leading the country into three Olympic Games (1972, 1976, 1980).
In Lang Ping's case, she will be accomplishing the feat with two different countries. As head coach of the 1996 Chinese Olympic team that competed in Atlanta, Lang Ping guided China to a silver medal.
Lang Ping's Olympic experience has not been exclusively as a coach. She has Olympic medal experience as both a player and coach while competing in the United States. During the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, she was a powerful outside hitter known as the "Iron Hammer" and led the Chinese squad to the gold medal over Team USA in the championship match.
Lang Ping was inducted into the Volleyball Hall of Fame as a player on Oct. 18, 2002, culminating an incredible career that saw her establish herself as one of the finest female volleyball players ever.
Lang Ping has enjoyed celebrity status in her home country. Revered by Chinese fans, she has been honored with her own postage stamp, had her wedding broadcast on Chinese national television and has stadiums named after her in China.
Similarly, Walsh has experienced a stardom in volleyball, both in indoor and beach disciplines. She grew up in Santa Clara, Calif., and attended Archbishop Mitty High School in San Jose. Walsh graduated from Stanford University in 2001 with a degree in American studies. While at Stanford, she was a four-time American Volleyball Coaches Association All-American and led the Cardinal to two NCAA championships in 1996 and 1997.
Walsh competed in the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney with the U.S. Women's Indoor National Team, which finished fourth.
In 2001, Walsh transitioned to beach volleyball with playing partner Misty May (now Misty May-Treanor) and the duo quickly found success, winning the 2003 FIVB World Championship and then the 2004 Olympic gold medal in Athens.
Since Athens, Walsh and May-Treanor (Costa Mesa, Calif.) have won two more FIVB Beach World Championships in 2005 and 2007. They had the best year of their careers in 2007, winning seven out of eight international SWATCH FIVB tournaments and 13 out of 15 domestic tournaments on the AVP Crocs Tour.
Walsh and May-Treanor are the top-ranked U.S. women's beach team and are well on their way to qualifying for the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing.
For Lang Ping's complete bio, visit her profile at http://www.usavolleyball.org/National/profiles/women/LangPingBio.asp.
For Walsh's complete bio, visit her profile at http://www.bvbinfo.com/player.asp?ID=1923.
About the Olympic Torch Relay
The Beijing Olympic Torch Relay, running under the theme of "Journey of Harmony," started its worldwide journey on March 24, 2008. The Olympic Flame was lit in ancient Olympia and will travel 85,000-miles before arriving at its final destination in Beijing to open the 2008 Olympic Games.
San Francisco served as the only North American stop on the Olympic Flame's journey to Beijing for the 2008 Olympic Games. The Olympic torch traveled via 80 runners a six-mile path along San Francisco Bay starting at 1 p.m. Pacific Time.
The Olympic torch moves on to Buenos, Aires, Argentina, as part of the 130-day, 21-stop, six-continent tour before arriving back in mainland China on May 4. The round-the-world trip is the longest in Olympic history, and is meant to highlight China's rising economic and political power.


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We ask Jean-Pierre Gabriel about his epic adventure to compile Thailand: The Cookbook.
Thai cuisine, with its hyper-flavorful spice blends and ancient traditions, deserves a place in your home�outside the�take-out box. That�s why we were absolutely thrilled at the release of the stunning, extraordinarily comprehensive Thailand: The Cookbook�(Phaidon, 2014) by renowned French author and photographer Jean-Pierre Gabriel. Packed with over 500 recipes from multiple regions in Thailand, Gabriel spent three years collecting local recipes and documenting the culture. Recently we had Gabriel answer a few questions about his experience in Thailand and the food that makes up the book. By the end of the Q&A, we hope you will be ready to book a flight, or at least try your hand at the Spicy Thai Mushroom Salad, Thai Pork Fried Rice with Fried Egg or Stir-Fry Tofu with Bean Sprouts.� [caption id="attachment_329944" align="aligncenter" width="493"] Jean-Pierre Gabriel[/caption] Relish: Can you give us a bit of background on the development of the cookbook? What inspired you to take on such an extensive project in Thailand?� Jean-Pierre Gabriel: I've always liked big projects. My friends say that I can�t live without this sort of adrenaline even if, like everyone else, I have moments of hesitation and doubt. I also like encyclopedic works and gathering as much information about a topic as possible. When I discussed the idea for the book with Phaidon and Emilia Terragni�they supported me at once. We knew that by collecting recipes from people throughout both the countryside and cities of Thailand, we could draw a beautiful picture of Thai food and culture. But we also knew that this portrait would really just be a snapshot. Thai society is evolving, and its cuisine will continue to change as well. [caption id="attachment_329937" align="aligncenter" width="493"] Jean-Pierre Gabriel[/caption] RE: What surprised you most about the way Thai people cook in contrast to those in Western cultures? JG: The thing that struck me most was their tools�specifically the use of the mortar and pestle. In Thailand, this tool is almost as useful as a knife is for a Westerner. Everyone makes chili or curry pastes and dipping sauces using the tool, and even some salads�like the Som Tam Thai or papaya salad�are prepared using a terra cotta mortar. Another difference is the use of wild edible plants�both fresh or cooked�in dishes. Since Thai dishes are incredibly spicy, you need to eat leaves and vegetables to balance out the heat. RE: What was the most challenging part of piecing together the book? JG: One of the biggest challenges was covering the incredible breadth of cuisines � We had to remain incredibly vigilant and alert when we were in the markets, on the road and among the people who cooked for us. We would often stop on the road to taste local specialties and then decide to keep the recipe for the book, meaning we would have to shoot it on the spot. Another issue was double and triple checking the ingredients, recipes and instructions, since we often only had one chance to get it right. A personal challenge was trying recipes that were extremely spicy or used strange ingredients�like rats. I tasted it just once! [caption id="attachment_329942" align="aligncenter" width="493"] Jean-Pierre Gabriel[/caption] RE: Can you tell us a story about shooting one of your favorite images? JG: There are so many. Aesthetically, I think it was during the first trip to the far north. We got up early to hike to the top of a hill. It was packed with people who came to see the sunrise, so we decided to move nearby to a settlement of the Royal Project. As we arrived, the mist that covered the entire valley lifted slowly, unveiling the graphic alignment of hundreds of tea plants. RE: Are there any particular places you visited that you would recommend to food-minded travelers? JG: At Ma Cha Rakbangpat�s restaurant (in Ban Bang Phat, a sustainable fishing village not far from Phang Nga Bay), I was fortunate enough to eat some of the best crab fried rice (Khao Phat Pu) in the world�it was so delicious and simple. Definitely worth the trip! RE: What authentic dish from the book would you like to see have more worldwide recognition?�� JG: I think that more people should try cooking with shrimp paste (Ka Pi) and candied nutmeg fruit, which I know can be difficult to find, but is delicious. In terms of dishes, I�d like to see more people try fish noodles. There are a few delicious recipes for fish noodle soups in the book. [caption id="attachment_329945" align="aligncenter" width="493"] Jean-Pierre Gabriel[/caption] RE: Thai food can feel a bit intimidating to a newcomer. What is a good technique or recipe to start with? � JG: The wok is unquestionably the easiest technique to tame. In Thailand, woks of all sizes are used for stir-frying, and to a lesser extent, for deep-frying. Cooking with a wok ensures that everything will be done quickly�so be mindful! RE: For tackling Thai food for the first time, what are must-have ingredients to have on hand?� Where can they be found (or ordered) if not at the local grocery store? JG: A few must-have and easy-to-find products are soy sauce, papaya, mango, shallots, cilantro, scallion and mint. Ingredients that can be found in most Asian markets are fish sauce, coconut milk, dried coconut paste, lemongrass and lime leaves. RE: What Thai recipe do you find yourself making at home these days? JG: As the father of four teenagers (boys from 14 to 18), cooking can be a challenge. But I really enjoy and love to prepare meals for our family, and I try to make them as healthy as possible. Fried rice is almost always a big hit. Thai pomelo salad and stir-fried ginger chicken are also some of our favorites. For more from Jean-Pierre Gabriel, add�Thailand: The Cookbook�to your cookbook collection and try the following Thai Recipes. � This article originally appeared as on Relish


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Should Pandora and Spotify Merge? (Maybe Even at SXSW)
Tim Cook should end the charade and take out Spotify. That's the obvious call here, as opposed to banging your head against the wall negotiating with the self-serving music industry.
With that in mind -- and with Pandora quite possibly silencing embarrassed bears once and for all -- it might seem like a strange time to bring this up, but what about the notion of a Spotify/Pandora merger?
Here's my thinking. Characterize most of it as thinking out loud.
There's no question Pandora crushed the quarter. Maybe not from a numbers standpoint, but its performance in mobile and, maybe more importantly, its continued hijacking of traditional radio advertising dollars, sends the message loud and clear -- we're for real.
But, there's still the music royalty issue to deal with. A few months ago, I felt like Pandora needed to be less aggressive in its fight to score an equitable royalty structure for Internet radio. Scratch that -- it's time to strike while the iron is hot and the doubters look like fools.
Of course, Pandora and Spotify are, by and large, completely different. Pandora is radio -- redefined, but still radio. That's it. You turn it on and receive the best personalized radio experience alongside discovery. Pandora sits side-by-side and, in most major markets, tops traditional radio stations in the ratings.
Spotify is everything iTunes should be, but isn't . Simple as that. While they're competitive, Pandora and Spotify are absolutely complementary. Both can and will endure over the long haul.
Pandora pays for most of its music through a regulated arrangement with the Copyright Royalty Board, also known as "compulsory licensing."
Spotify uses direct licensing, much like the way Netflix (NFLX) buys its content. In other words, Spotify negotiates separate deals with music labels, etc.
Both models -- from a cost standpoint -- stink.
That's why it might be time for Pandora and Spotify to bury their subtle hatchet and talk partnership, if not merger.
Both companies -- though to a greater extent, Pandora -- have gained and continue to gain serious leverage. There's no question the content owners have control, simply because they own and control the content. They have done an excellent, even if inaccurate, job of controlling the conversation.
However, at some point the labels must come around to the argument that Internet radio rules; as such, it's obscene to think terrestrial radio, satellite radio and cable pay so little relative to Pandora and Spotify.
Different model. Same model. This scheme. That scheme. It's all one big joke!
Pandora and Spotify play music you would never find on AM/FM radio. That, in and of itself, should trigger a mutiny of indie artists, small-time names and their sympathetic big-name acts against the oppressive music labels. They are not pro-artist. Bottom line. Don't let them fool you into thinking they are with their disingenuous marketing campaigns.


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Click HERE to read why Fun. says their upcoming show at Bonnaroo in June will be the band's best show of 2012.
"All I can think is that it's going to be our best show of the year and probably one of our best shows of all time, and probably something we're going to talk about forever." -Jack Antonoff


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Robert "Bo" Steiner is the District Director for the U.S. Small Business Administration, Illinois District Office. Bo joined the SBA in February 2013 and is responsible for managing the day to day and strategic activities for the Illinois District office and Springfield Branch Office ensuring the delivery of SBA products and services to its customers and stakeholders.
Bo joined the SBA after serving with the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Protective Service for over two years. With the FPS, he managed the development and execution of FPS Region 5 $68M budget while overseeing all human capital, logistics, procurement, and support activities for over 115 staff and contract employees. Prior to joining the Federal Protective Service, Bo working for eight years in private industry and over ten years in the U.S. Navy.
Mr. Steiner's career began as an officer in the U.S. Navy. Upon graduation from flight training as a helicopter pilot in December 1994, He deployed twice to the Persian Gulf operating from the aircraft carriers Lincoln and Kitty Hawk in support of the no fly zone over Iraq. In addition to his flight duties, he managed maintenance and operations activities. After his second deployment, Bo transitioned to a training squadron where he trained pilots and aircrew on the operation and employment the Seahawk helicopter.
In 2000, he left active duty, remaining in the reserves with Helicopter Combat Support Squadron Five. As a member of this unit, he was recalled to active duty in 2003 and deployed to Kuwait and Iraq, flying special operations combat missions during Operation Iraqi Freedom. After completing his term of active duty, he left active duty as a Lieutenant Commander.
In 2004, Bo transitioned to the private sector, working in sales and marketing roles for Stryker, a broadly based medical device company. There he led the development and rollout of new products and services that supported a wide range of surgical procedures. In 2007, he transitioned to DMX, a national provider of commercial media services and low voltage system integrator. With DMX, He took on an operational management position as Regional General Manager and VP of Operations for the ten-state Midwest region where he provided executive leadership and tactical direction for 50 personnel servicing over 14,000 customer locations. In this role he directed the sales, operations, financial and human capital activities, driving process improvement initiatives that created operational efficiencies and increased profitability.
Bo is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. In addition, he graduated from the Naval Flight Training program, earning the designation of Naval Aviator as a rotary wing pilot.


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linclink wrote:You know I'm about 90 min. from Niagara Falls and I'm not going. I went to the very first one, amazing lineup and great show! but, for me, the last three lineups have just been abysmal. After that first tour he still had some of my faves work with him (Todd Rundgren, Dave Edmunds, Ian Hunter, John Entwhistle, etc., etc.) but it would just be depressing to see him with this lineup. I was truly hoping for a return to form, so I could see him one last time...but with this show, I'll stick with the memories, rather than taint them, and hope that he keeps working and that we get one more great tour from him, someday. Blessings!
Mike wrote:I'm about 25 minutes from the Falls Casino. If I can get tickets I'm going. I've never seen Ringo live and this will be a great opportunity to see him in a great venue. Every seat is pretty good and sound is fantastic.
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Oregon State Police are looking for two suspects after an early morning Central Point car chase. The chase ended in a wreck near the intersection of Table Rock and Merriman roads in Medford.
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Ring in year with tax credit
January 24, 2007
As a working mother, Candace Montgomery uses her cell phone frequently to maintain contact with her two teenage daughters.
And the teenagers use their phones to talk for hours, text message, and download music and ringtones.
"Their cell phones are like an extra appendage," Montgomery said. "I swear it is like the phones never leave their hands."
So, including Montgomery's husband, Brad, who uses his cell phone for business, there are four cell phones and a land line in the household.
"We pay over $200 a month in phone bills," Montgomery said. "So, it can get pretty expensive."
This year, the Montgomery family and all federal taxpayers are eligible to receive a telephone tax refund between $30 and $60.
The telephone tax refund is a one-time payment available on 2006 federal income tax returns. The refund is the by-product of a recent federal court decision finding that federal excise taxes should not apply to long-distance or bundle phone service.
According to http://www.irs.gov, any individual, business or nonprofit organization that paid the tax for long distance is eligible for the refund.
Clovis Certified Public Accountant John Schonberger said the refund applies to land lines and cell phone long distance bills from March 2003 through July 2006. According to Schonberger, he is advising everyone to take advantage of the refund.
"It is a tax credit," he said, "which means it reduces taxes dollar for dollar."
Tax refund
Standard amount
—One exemption — $30
—Two exemptions — $40
—Three exemptions — $50
—Four exemptions — $60
How to get Telephone Excise Tax Refund
— Individual taxpayers may choose the standard refund and should fill out the appropriate line on their tax return. There are no additional forms to file.
—Individual taxpayers, businesses and tax-exempts can figure the actual amount of tax paid for refund by calculating the tax from old phone bills. Complete Form 8913, "Credit for Federal Telephone Excise Tax," and attach it to your tax return.
—Businesses and tax-exempt organizations can also use a special formula to figure the refund based on bills for two months. Form 8913 must be filled out and attached to the income tax return.
For more information
— Instructions for requesting the refund will be included with tax forms
—Visit http://www.irs.gov
The National Society of Accountants has highlighted tax changes for
—Charitable contributions, such as clothing and household items, donated after Aug. 17, 2006, must be in good used condition or better. However, a
taxpayer may claim a deduction of more than $500 for any single item, regardless of its condition, if the taxpayer includes a qualified appraisal of the item with the return.
—The value of each personal and dependency exemption is $3,300, which is up $100 from 2005. The standard deduction is $10,300 for married couples filing a joint return and qualifying widow(er)s, a $300 increase over 2005; $5,150 for singles and married individuals filing separate returns, up $150; and $7,550 for heads of household, up $250.
—The contribution limit for Roth and traditional IRAs rose to $5,000, up from $4,500 in 2005, for those age 50 or over. For those under 50, the limit remains unchanged at $4,000.
—A 10 percent credit is allowed for various energy-saving improvements made to a taxpayer's main home. The credit is based on the cost of new energy-efficient improvements including insulation, exterior windows, exterior doors, water heaters, heat pumps, central air conditioners, furnaces and hot water boilers. The overall credit is limited to $500.
—Dependent exemption has increased from $3,300 to $3,400.
—Cash contributions to charity must now be supported by a dated bank record or a dated receipt.
—Hope and Lifetime Learning education credits will be phased out ratably for taxpayers with modified adjusted gross income of $47,000 to $57,000 ($94,000 to $110,000 for joint filers).
—Business mileage goes from 44.5 cents per mile to 48.5 cents. Medical mileage goes from 18 cents per mile to 20 cents.
—Social Security wage base rises from $94,200 in 2006 to $97,200 in 2007.


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Topic: If Else Statement in Views
I want to simulate the way craigslist displays the date of submissions.
I want to display submission date for the entries, but I don't want to see duplicates of the submission date.
My pseudocode goes something like this, but not sure how to implement it.
In view file,
<% @submissions.each do |submission| %> #while loop going through all the submissions
If previous_submission_date != current_submission_time
Display current_submission_date
previous_submission_date = current_submission_time
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Using Your VHF Radio
January 27, 2014
Leave it to those Hollywood movies to teach all us boaters a bad habit or two. When they've run out of gas and are running late for a wedding, the first response for actors on the big screen seems to be to grab the radio microphone and start shouting MAYDAY! But while that may be fine for dramatic effect, it's the last thing you should do in real life.
Understand that if there's one piece of safety equipment on your boat that rivals a life jacket in terms of being valuable to you (and your guests) in an emergency, it's your VHF marine radio (either handheld or fixed-mount). When you're out of cell phone service coverage (or the battery's dead or you left it on your charger at home), your VHF radio can summon the help you need in the case of an accident. Certain frequencies, such as channels 9 and 16, are monitored by the Coast Guard (or other boating law enforcement agency) and, when used properly, a marine radio can be an effective way to communicate with other vessels, along with harbormasters and marinas, for various reasons.
And it's important to know and respect the appropriate etiquette for using a VHF radio to make sure your messages are clearly understood and a proper response can be put into effect. Here are some key points to remember when using your marine radio.


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The Girl Scout slogan is "Do a good turn daily" and girls from Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland made good on that pledge by collecting over 59,000 pounds of food for area animal shelters in 2014. You can take action too! Make the world a better place by participating in local service projects or the council-wide service project.
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This detached holiday cottage lies on the fringe of the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path, in the hamlet of Treffynnon. Solva and Porthgain, with their harbours, art galleries, shops and restaurants, are nearby. Visit St Davids, featuring a 12th-century cathedral and the medieval ruins of the Bishops Palace. There are…
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Celtic Band to perform in Rogers City
ROGERS CITY The Conklin Ceili Celtic Band will perform Irish-American folk music Saturday at 7:30 p.m. in the Rogers City Community Theatre.
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day a little early and listen to the authentic Irish-American folk music of the band. It formed in 1997 and originally played the traditional songs and tunes of Ireland.
Due to this early direction, the band developed a significant repertoire of the jigs, reels and hornpipes as well as the ballads and pub songs of the Irish people. Its members created a unique sound by mixing traditional instrumentals into their songs and incorporating the songs of modern Irish and Irish descendants, such as Tim O'Brien, into the mix.
What developed was an exciting and unique presentation that lets the listener experience the history of the Irish people, their music and customs in a very entertaining way known as the "Irish diaspora." They combine history, customs and folklore, mixed with a liberal dose of humor in a way that ties you to the Irish experience.
The five member band includes Mick Lane who plays the six and 12-string guitar, Irish bouzouki, bodhran, and whistles. Additionally, he is the front man, historian, humorist, and is one of the lead and support vocalists.
Tom Verlin plays the mandolin, Irish bouzouki, guitar and bodhran. He also provides vocal support and lead vocals. Natalie Beversluis plays the violin and bodhran and also provides vocal support and lead vocals. Mike Scott plays banjo and is one of the lead singers and support vocals. Jon Koeze plays bass guitar and sings support vocals.
The Conklin Ceili Celtic Band is presented by the Presque Isle District Library. For more information, contact the library at 734-2477. General admission is $5 per person.


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Very nice pie Chau! I have never been to Pizza Town, but got to get out there. Your last pie looks very good, but my daughter may give you trouble on it. From the whole pie pic, it is starting to resemble a cheese down first, then tomato sauce, which I prefer, but my daughter frowns upon. I see puddles of red which I love, but she doesn't like. Did Pizza Town have those sauce islands? I agree that one can get too crisp - I have kept my pie in the oven for a couple of minutes longer for more crisp, and have been cited for having a "dry" dough. My comprimise is a steel bake at 530 with broiler assist ( 45 seconds ) for 3 1/2 minutes, then drop to stone below for 1 minute to get the moderate crisp my wife likes. Scott 123 told me I can just keep it on the steel for another minute for the same effect, and he is probably right, but I usually cook 4 or 5 pies in a row and like the thermal mass in my oven. Pleasing different tastes in my family is getting to me! Great pies Chau, thanks for your efforts, and thank you for sharing your research and knowledge. Mark
That's really a great job cloning, Chau.
I think it looks better than Pizza Town!


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Nice job Pete, I like the a thicker American style.
Came out nice ! I saw room for 3 more pepperoni on there !Howed it taste? how long were the 3 rises? John
Hey Pete that looks pretty darn good for a regular old grill setup. What does the vinegar do for your recipe per say?
...vinegar...did he say VINEGAR!!....why I never.......percentage please....
The pizza looks good. Seemingly no top heat problems... you've got to be one in a zillion.
...eeerrrrrrrh....so...a wiiiiiiz guy...yuk,yuk,yuk.....only a teaspoon for this 2267.96 gram batch of dough? ...Ummmm... that's about 100% of 5 lbs.
I think that pie looks delicious!!!...except for pre-frying the sausage, what the heck is up with that??
Really! Pre-fried? For the love of.....
Even Pep browns his sausage before he rubs it on his pizza.
All kidding aside, this thread pretty much covered all aspects of using fresh sausage meat in making pizza:http://www.pizzamaking.com/forum/index.php?topic=4121.0
It covered the topic but didn't give any sort of definitive result/answer.I've been making pizza using raw sausage on top, underneath,big pieces, small pieces and everthing in between for over 40 years and have never heard of anyone getting sick from it....have you?


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Chautauqua Lake Facilitator Hired To Assist With Lake Management Group, Provide Authority
A Chautauqua Lake facilitator will enable groups to utilize resources and have authority when it comes to improving the lake.
According to Lyle Hajdu, chairman of the Chautauqua Lake Management Commission, Peter J. Smith and Company was hired to help with just that. The company, which is a full-service urban design, urban and regional planning and economic development firm, will become the facilitator of a lake management group.
"There's maybe a misperception that we are looking to have one entity displace all others, and that's not at all the case," Hajdu said. "I think what we're looking for is for us to reorganize. Right now, (the Chautauqua Lake Management Commission is) organized under the county laws as an advisory committee."
Currently, there are many groups and organizations which aim to improve Chautauqua Lake. The Chautauqua Lake Management Commission was originally formed to help legislators determine the problems with the lake, and provide plans to fix these issues. However, since the commission's inception in 2005, none of the ideas have been put into place.
"The reason that we need Peter J. Smith to come along is, the CLMC was originally put together as a volunteer commission, or an advisory commission, but we have no authority and no resources," Hajdu said. "We don't have a checking account. We don't have boots and shovels. We can make recommendations, but those recommendations then have to be implemented by other functional groups."
Now that the Watershed Management Plan is in place, Hajdu said, the next phase is implementing the plan. However, with no resources and authority, there is little the commission is able to accomplish.
"What we're seeing now is the natural evolution of the Chautauqua Lake Management Commission," Hajdu said. "With a collaborative partnership, it has completed its core mission, and now we're trying to go into that next step, which is to come up with a management structure, or a governance that will allow us to implement the recommendations."
According to Legislator Fred Croscut, R-Sherman, who, along with Legislator Keith Ahlstrom, D-Dunkirk, helped form the commission, $10,000 was requested from the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation in order to fund a facilitator. However $5,000 was given to get a facilitator on board with the plan. He anticipates the other half of the money will be following.
The main reason the facilitator was hired, according to Croscut, is to maintain complete transparency when it comes to Chautauqua Lake.
"After meeting with the CLMC and the (Inter-Municipal Committee), it was clear that we needed an outside facilitator to help us come up with a single management group for Chautauqua Lake," Croscut said. "We want to make sure we as a county do not have any preconceived notions about what we want. We want to be transparent, we want to be open."
Having as many groups interested in the lake as Chautauqua County does is a strength, according to Hajdu.
"What we expect will come out of these meetings is that we are going to come up with a new way for us to organize, whether it's a new entity or a new organization that will provide us with both resources and authority to implement those recommendations," Hajdu said.
Since the Chautauqua Lake Management Commission is an advisory commission, it does not have resources, or even a checking account. Additionally, it does not even currently have the ability to apply for funding to implement plans.
"The financial resources will always be a challenge for us," Hajdu said. "We know that we have to think outside of the usual box. There are federal funds available for lake and watershed projects, and we have to be in a position where we can compete for them. There are significant state funds, many of which we have been fortunate enough to get through the Department of State."
Now, with a facilitator, various lake groups will have the opportunity to organize under an unbiased source, according to Hajdu. Peter J. Smith will allow the groups to cohesively work toward improving Chautauqua Lake.
"We've done a hell of a job giving advice, but now we need boots and shovels to implement it," Hajdu said. "That is that next step."


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As husband and wife country singing group Thompson Square, Keifer and Shawna Thompson veil no aspects of their relationship. In fact, they put their 13-year marriage on display in each song and, night after night, on tour. Hence, their sophomore album Just Feels Good is a compelling view of a relationship that offers no distinction between the personal and the professional. Powered by a trio of hit singles including the No. 1 double-platinum-selling "Are You Gonna Kiss Me Or Not" as well as "I Got You" and "Glass," Thompson Square swept the 2012 Vocal Duo awards (CMA, ACM, CMT, ACA). "Kiss" was the most-heard song at country radio in 2011, and secured multiple-week runs atop the sales and ringtone charts as well as two GRAMMY nominations. Major media (Leno, Kimmel, Conan and more) and major tours (Jason Aldean, Lady Antebellum, Luke Bryan) put them in front of tens of millions of viewers and two million concert goers. Thompson Square is also the only established married duo to ever receive CMA Vocal Duo of the Year honors. Keifer and Shawna Thompson's hot streak continued when they won the ACM Vocal Duo of the Year honors for the 2nd consecutive year in April 2013.
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If you experience one of these five dangerous eye symptoms, call your doctor right away.
You�ve probably dealt with the occasional eye problem at some point in your life, especially if you wear contact lenses or glasses. But have you ever wondered whether a particular symptom is worth calling your eye doctor, or if you�re okay to take a wait-and-see (pun intended) approach? RELATED: Top 5 Causes of Dry Eye� Here are a few eye symptoms that you shouldn�t ignore: Floaters. �A few stray floaters are not a big deal. But if you have a lot of floaters��like seeing a flock of birds in the sky� as described by Dr. Uyen Tran, a cornea expert and ophthalmologist at the Vanderbilt Eye Institute in Nashville, Tenn.�it�s definitely time to visit your ophthalmologist and get a dilated eye exam. It�s possible that you may have a detached retina. �We tell them that they have to come in that day,� says Dr. Tran, Flashing lights. If you see flashes of light in your peripheral vision, you may be experiencing the beginning of a retinal detachment. �Call your doctor to get an appointment as soon as possible. Severe fogginess. If you feel like you�re peering through clouds, or even seeing rainbows in your vision, don�t wait to see an expert. Those symptoms, when experienced along with severe sensitivity to light and pain, can signal the development of an urgent form of glaucoma called angle closure glaucoma. �With this relatively rare form of glaucoma, the pressure in the eye rises rapidly. The Glaucoma Research Foundation notes that surgery is usually necessary to unblock the drainage canals in the eye so the fluid can drain, thus reducing the pressure. Trauma to the eye. �Ophthalmologist Dr. Aisha Simjee, who practices at St. Joseph Hospital in Orange, Calif., notes that patients can have complications from untreated eye trauma. �If an eye injury occurs, unless it is very minor, it should be checked immediately to minimize and prevent vision loss,� says Dr. Simjee. Even a minor injury to the eye, like a slipped mascara wand, can cause a painful corneal abrasion. Dr. Tran notes that antibiotics may be necessary to prevent an infection from developing on top of the abrasion. Sudden blackout. �Your vision goes dark for five, maybe 10 minutes and then returns.� Dr. Tran warns that it can happen to people with hypertension or other cardiovascular disease because the blood flow to the eye has been cut off. It should be considered an emergency. �If you have a blockage in your carotid artery and you don�t do anything, you could have a stroke,� she says. And here are three problems you probably don�t need to sweat. Twitchy eyelid.� This symptom is very annoying, but for the vast majority of cases, it�s totally harmless. Stress is the most common culprit of a twitchy eyelid, so if you�re grimly dealing with one, it might be time to employ some deep-breathing and other relaxation techniques. Pink eye. Also known as conjunctivitis, pink eye is caused by a viral infection characterized by a clear watery discharge. �It�s very, very contagious,� says Dr. Tran. �It runs its course, but you are contagious for seven days from the onset.� There�s not much that you can do about it, except wait and perhaps use anti-inflammatory eye drops to help the symptoms.� Dr. Simjee notes that she sometimes prescribes antibiotics to prevent secondary bacterial infections. Stye. A stye is a small lump along the edge of your eyelid caused by a swollen eyelash follicle. (Similar in appearance is a chalazion, which is an enlarged oil-producing gland in the eyelid.) �The best treatment is usually a warm compress�and time, since a stye usually goes away on its own. However, if it lasts more than a week, or your eyelid begins to swell around the stye, call your ophthalmologist. Brought to you by: Spry Living


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When we arrive back at our campsite, it is astronomical twilight and, essentially, dark. Using an ultralight stove, we heat water and rehydrate two backpacking meals, a hot, belly-filling dinner. The chill of fall in the desert settles in, so I peel off my running clothes and shrug into tights, a wool shirt, a down jacket and a windbreaker. After dinner and under a million-trillion stars, I slip into my sleeping bag and fit a buff around my head to keep the heat and today's good feelings inside.
The Need for Speed
Many fastpackers step up the sport's difficulty by focusing on speed. When I ask Thatcher why speed is sexy, he explains, "I like challenging myself to do things I'm unsure if I or others can easily do." In the 80s, Thatcher and Knight challenged themselves by fastpacking the length of the Wind River Range via the Highline and Fremont trails, a distance of just under 100 miles. They finished in 38 hours, a record that still stands.
Perhaps the best example of taking fastpacking to the extreme is the current Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) self-supported speed record. In the summer of 2009, Scott Williamson and Adam Bradley fastpacked the trail's 2655-mile distance in 65 days 9 hours 58 minutes. For anyone keeping track, that's over 40 miles of hiking each day. These guys beat ultrarunner David Horton's 2005 supported speed record on the PCT by about 21 hours, but without the outside assistance and crew that Horton used.
In 2011, Williamson headed back to the PCT, fastpacking his way to another self-supported speed record of 64 days 11 hours 19 minutes. Indeed, the need for speed can run deep in fastpackers.
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My eyes snap open to a thousand monster claws scratching black silhouettes into the pre-dawn sky. Consciousness overtakes the creativity of dreams long enough to realize where I am: the heart of Canyonlands National Park's Needles District. I lapse back to sleep.
Ninety minutes later I awake to the same rocks, but with sunlight sweeping across their tiptops. I love coffee, no matter where on Earth I am, so I sip the French-pressed good stuff while watching the sun brighten the needles.
With tiny fastpacks and little to put in them, we are on the trail in no time. The sky gives no warning of an impending storm, so we set off on a 14-mile loop that includes singletrack and a few miles of 4x4 roads. We'll return to the same sleeping spot tonight, on the safe side of the giant gully and a short jog from the reliable spring.


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