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1A resident called police when a bat flew into her home in the 9400 block of North Lake Drive at 9 p.m. Aug. 9. Police assisted in getting the bat out of the house.
2A mailbox and post were damaged in the 8900 block of North Pelham Parkway overnight Aug. 10 or 11. Damage was $50.
3A 58-year-old River Hills man was arrested for drunken driving, with two prior convictions, in the 800 block of West Brown Deer Road at 11:45 p.m. Aug. 11. His BAC was 0.16.
4A 61-year-old Brown Deer woman had to leave her residence after it was declared uninhabitable in the 7800 block of North Sherman Boulevard at 8 p.m. July 28. A plumber called police after she called him to report a leaking pipe in the basement and he found about five feet of water in the basement that covered electrical outlets and part of the furnace and water heater. In addition, he could barely enter the home because the door was blocked with papers and other items stacked floor to ceiling. There was also debris floating in the basement. The village shut off the water and We Energies disconnected all electrical service.
5A 33-year-old Milwaukee woman was arrested for theft at Kohl's, 9060 N. Green Bay Road, at 4 p.m. July 31. The woman put items into her purse, fled the store and got into a car, which police stopped about a block away. The items she had taken - five bottles of cologne and a shirt valued at $247 - were in the car.
6A purse - whose contents included a wallet, credit cards and $380 - was taken after it was left unattended in a cart at Burlington Coat Factory, 9040 N. Green Bay Road, at 1 p.m. Aug. 1. The purse was found in a bathroom waste basket but the money and some other items were missing.
7A picture window on a residence was hit with at least a dozen pellets shot from a BB gun in the 8100 block of North 66th Street at 11:35 p.m. Aug. 1. The resident heard the pellets hit the window and called police. The window sustained an estimated $720 damage.
8A Milwaukee sister and brother, 18 and 21, were arrested for theft and the woman also for obstructing police at Kohl's, 9060 N. Green Bay Road, at 1:30 p.m. Aug. 2. She lied about her name and age saying she was only 14 because she thought police wouldn't arrest a 14-year-old. She was seen using a pliers to cut off security tags and then putting the items, some handed to her by her brother, into her purse. She took the clothing, she said, because she was going to State Fair and needed something to wear.
9A 57-year-old Brown Deer man was arrested for drunken driving, with two prior convictions, and failure to yield after he drove through a stop sign and was hit by another car that had the right of way, causing his car to flip over in the 8200 block of North 37th Street at 8 p.m. Aug. 2. The man, who said he tried to stop but his brakes didn't work, was taken to a hospital for injuries. His preliminary BAC was 0.138.
10A $400 power mower was taken from a yard in the 4600 block of West Parkland Avenue after 1 p.m. Aug. 3.
No reportable incidents this week.
11A Whitefish Bay woman reportedly took three diamond rings from a family member and pawned them at Robert Haack Diamonds, 6969 N. Port Washington Road, one on July 25 and two on July 26. The family is not pursuing charges.
12Two flat-screen TVs, a laptop computer and 20 pairs of "high-end" jeans valued at over $3,600 were taken from the 5900 block of North Sidney Place about 2 p.m. Aug. 3. A witness,who called police after seeing three teenage males leave with some of the items, was able to get the plate number. There was sign of forced entry. The car they were in was stolen from a Milwaukee residence Aug. 1 and recovered in the 2600 block of North 15th Street on Aug. 7.
13Three Adderall pills and 48 Narco pills valued at about $60 were taken from a room at the Radisson Hotel, 7065 N. Port Washington Road, between noon and 5 p.m. Aug. 2.
14A backpack containing a video game system, a digital media player and a e-reader tablet, with a combined value of more than $800, was taken from a bench while the owner was bowling at IPic, 5750 N. Bayshore Drive, about 3:45 p.m. Aug. 4. The backpack was found in a bathroom with the items missing.
15A 17-year-old boy and two 14-year-old boys, residences not listed, were arrested for theft after they failed to pay their $50 bill at the Cheesecake Factory, 5799 N. Bayshore Drive, at 3 p.m. Aug. 5. They were located at 4 p.m. and told police a friend who had left said he would pay. The boys also said they didn't know their friend's last name or address. At this time, the 17-year-old was found with a cell phone reported stolen from the kiosk of Massage Therapy by Lilly, 5800 N. Bayshore Drive, at 3:50 p.m. Aug. 5. He denied taking the phone saying his friend gave it to him. He was arrested for receiving stolen property.
16A 38-year-old Glendale man was arrested on three counts of felony criminal charge of child abuse, intentionally causing harm, after a witness called police to the 5900 block of North Sidney Place at 10:45 a.m. Aug. 6. A relative was given custody of the victims.
17A purse and contents - including diamond, gold and Tanzanite jewelry and a gold Rolex watch with a value, according to the victim, "worth hundreds of thousands of dollars" - was taken after it was left in the dining room at the Residence Inn, 7275 N. Port Washington Road, at 9:30 a.m. Aug. 9.
18A 17-year-old Milwaukee woman was arrested for trespassing and disorderly conduct at Bayshore Town Center, 5800 N. Port Washington Road, at 7:10 p.m. Aug. 11. The woman had been permanently banned from the center in March but denied that saying the ban was from more than a year ago and had expired. She became vulgar and profane to police in front of children.
19An 18-year-old Milwaukee man, stopped by police for having a stolen temporary plate on his car, was arrested for driving with a suspended license, with 21 prior convictions, failure to have insurance and nonregistration in the 4700 block of North Port Washington Road at 9:10 p.m. Aug. 11. There was another stolen plate in the car but the man said he had just purchased the car and the seller gave him those plates. They were destroyed.
No reportable incidents this week.
20An unidentified woman was caught on surveillance video taking groceries and health products valued at over $500 from Pick 'n Save, 4145 N. Oakland Ave., at 10:45 p.m. Aug. 2 and reported Aug. 4. The woman had loaded a cart with food and health products and left the store without paying.
21A 25-year-old Milwaukee man was arrested for habitual intoxication/unable to care for himself after he was found sleeping on a porch in the 1200 block of East Glendale Avenue at 3:45 a.m. Aug. 5.
22A 28-year-old Shorewood man who was in his apartment with windows opened was warned for noise after complaints of him laughing for over 10 minutes so loudly it could be heard from the street in the 3500 block of North Oakland Avenue at 1:25 a.m. Aug. 5.
23A GPS unit valued at $130 and $10 cash were taken from a car in an alley in the 3800 block of North Oakland Avenue overnight Aug. 6 or 7. A window sustained $150 damage.
24Chalk was used to draw sexually explicit pictures and to write obscene words on a driveway in the 3600 block of North Hackett Avenue on Aug. 8 or 9. The driveway was washed and no damage was reported.
25A $475 bicycle and $50 bike helmet were taken from a garage in the 4300 block of North Woodburn Street just before 9 p.m. Aug. 9.
26A car's window trim and side mirror were damaged in the 4300 block of North Marlborough Drive on Aug. 7 or 8. Damage was $400.
27Three Whitefish Bay men and a Milwaukee man, all 18, were cited for trespassing at St. Monica's School, 5635 N. Santa Monica Blvd., at 11:45 p.m. Aug. 3.
28A 25-year-old Whitefish Bay man was arrested for drunken driving (with a prior conviction), failure to wear a seat belt, no proof of insurance, failure to display a license plate and nonregistration in the 5900 block of North Lydell Avenue at 3:10 a.m. Aug. 5. He refused to take a breath test and was taken for a blood draw.
29Two 15-year-old Milwaukee boys were arrested for theft of two bicycles, together valued at $700, from St. Monica's School, 5635 N. Santa Monica Blvd., about 6:30 p.m. Aug. 6. The boys were stopped a short while later riding those bikes in the 700 block of West Silver Spring Drive.
30An unsecured $300 bicycle was taken from a bike rack at Whitefish Bay High School, 1200 E. Fairmount Ave., between 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. Aug. 7.
31Four 15-year-old Whitefish Bay boys were cited for trespassing at Santa Monica's School, 5635 N. Santa Monica Blvd., at 10 p.m. Aug. 8.
32Three Milwaukee males, 16, 17 and 18, were arrested for two robberies about 7 p.m. Aug. 9. In the first robbery the two younger males, both with bandanas covering their faces, forced a woman to give them her two shopping bags as she walked in the 200 block of East Birch Avenue about 5 p.m. They fled in a van driven by the 18-year-old. In the second robbery, the same two boys again covering their faces forcibly took a purse from a woman in the 300 block of East Lake View Avenue at 6:45 p.m. They again fled in the van but were stopped by Glendale police in the 3700 block of West Silver Spring Drive.
33A 24-year-old Milwaukee man was arrested for carrying a concealed weapon, driving after suspension, having a broken windshield, nonregistration and not wearing a seat belt in the 1000 block of East Chateau Place at 1:05 a.m. Aug. 11. A 19-year-old Milwaukee woman, a passenger, was arrested on a warrant and failure to wear a seat belt.
Reports not available this week.
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As businesses around the world recover from the economic crisis, governments are lagging behind. Facing a set of unprecedented financial challenges, governments, especially in the West, are looking at spending cuts and tax increases as a means of tackling fiscal deficits and public-sector debt. According to PwC's recent global CEO survey, business leaders are showing some concern over that approach: 61 percent say the government response to fiscal deficit and debt burden is a threat to their businesses because those actions are believed to slow economic growth and potentially increase business tax contributions.¹ At the same time, however, CEOs are looking to enter strategic and collaborative relationships with governments in order to pursue their own growth agendas.
CEOs are looking beyond government's fiscal responsibilities to its role as an enabler. By helping create jobs in the private sector and by investing in infrastructure, governments can create an environment conducive for growth, one that would support fiscal and financial stability in the long term. In fact, almost half of CEOs surveyed agree with that notion, saying that improving the country's infrastructure and fostering a skilled workforce should be government's top priorities.
CEOs are also willing to share some of those responsibilities. More than 70 percent plan to actively support new government policies that promote economically, socially, and environmentally sustainable growth. For instance, over half of all CEOs surveyed say collaborative efforts will help combat global threats like climate change. The strongest area in which businesses see a shared agenda is in the need to collaborate to create a stronger workforce. Fifty-four percent of CEOs surveyed plan to work with governments and education systems over the next year to improve the talent pool. The global rise of charter, or trust, schools—public schools that are funded and managed by the corporate sector—is one example of the types of partnerships between government and business that are growing.
Overall, CEOs understand that they and the public sector share a purpose: to create an environment of competitiveness as well as social well-being.

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Seasonal waterfalls, awe-inspiring bluffs and rugged canyons dominate the storied landscape at Starved Rock. Rich with history and beauty, Starved Rock's hiking trails meander through towering trees and scenic overlooks along the Illinois River. Outdoor activities include hiking, canoeing, paddle boat cruises, cross-country skiing, trolley rides, fishing and picnicking. Visitors can stay at the historic Starved Rock Lodge or in one of its cozy cabins.
Nestled in the beautiful hills of the Shawnee National Forest, Timber Ridge offers something for everyone, from families and honeymooners to outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy some Southern hospitality while staying in a real log cabin or one-of-a-kind tree house. Each of the units, including the tree house, is equipped with a bathroom, kitchenette, heating and air conditioning. Physical Location: Karbers Ridge, IL 62955 GPS: 37°33'52.18?N 88°20'17.03?W
Full-service Conference Center in Starved Rock State Park. Dining room, bar, veranda, outdoor dining, indoor pool (for Lodge guests). Retreats, meetings, banquets, reunions and all-inclusive dream weddings. The Lodge has 69 rooms and 21 cabin rooms in a rustic, wooded setting.
Rolling agricultural fields, reclaimed strip mines, ravines, rocky streams and wooded bluffs dominate the northern half of the Tunnel Hill State Trail. With 47.8 miles (one-way) of crushed gravel surface, extended inclines and dark tunnels, this trail is a difficult one, but one not to pass up, as long as you're up for the challenge. The southern half of the trail explodes with scenery that includes bottomland woods, ponds, streams and marshes. The trail, which winds through seven towns, even touches upon a handful of ghost towns that faded into the landscape after the trains here stopped running.
Spectacular woodlands and sheer sandstone walls create a challenge for rock climbing and rappelling, as well as hiking. Outdoor lovers will also find horseback riding, a lookout tower, cabins and a swimming pool. Dine at historic Giant City Lodge, known for its homemade fried chicken dinner. Two different locations in Giant City State Park near Carbondale give you climbing options. A trail behind the picnic shelter takes you to a set of steep bluffs known as Shelter #1 near the Makanda entrance; another climbing area of the park includes the steep sandstone cliffs in Devil's Standtable. Plan to bring all of your own equipment since no permanent anchors are allowed. Ropes are permitted in both areas. After rainstorms, the wet sandstone gets really slippery. Use caution when grabbing for ledges as copperhead snakes warm themselves on the rocks during sunny days.
Canyons, streams, prairie and forest combine to delight visitors at Matthiessen State Park. Located in central LaSalle County, approximately four miles south of Utica and three miles east of Oglesby, Matthiessen is a paradise for those interested in geology as well as recreation. Visitors can expect to see beautiful rock formations in addition to unusual and abundant vegetation and wildlife. All of this, along with park and picnic facilities make Matthiessen State Park a popular choice for a special outing.
Starved Rock Adventures Harbor Villas and Suites
Waterfront family villas and suites. 1-2 bedroom housekeeping units. Deluxe and unique. Open April through October. $$
On the bluffs of the Illinois River, this small but charming park is home to an enormous outdoor sculpture. Mounds representing five earthen sculptures molded from Illinois clay, known as Effigy Tumuli, invite visitors to walk around and explore. All five subjects, including a snake, turtle, catfish, frog and insect are native to the Illinois River area. This State Park offers the ideal terrain for the beginner hiker.
At 8,000 acres, Pere Marquette State Park is the largest state park in Illinois. Go hiking on wooded trails, biking along scenic bluffs, fishing and boating on the Illinois River, or horseback riding through the forest. The park is also known for its guided fall color drives and eagle-watching tours in the winter. The rustic stone-and-timber Pere Marquette Lodge makes a great base for exploring the area.
Enjoy recreation on 385 acres, much of it forest, with a state park lodge and provisions for tent and trailer camping. It is also noted for its vine-covered limestone bluffs.
CITY:Mount Morris
Wander along the Ohio River and step into the large cavern, steeped in history of river pirates. Enjoy the spectacular river views from the lodge perched atop the overhanging bluffs. Cabins, picnic areas, camping and showers available.
CITY:Cave In Rock
Apple River Fort State Historic Site
Apple River Fort State Historic Site, located in Elizabeth, Illinois, is the site of one of the battles fought during the Black Hawk War. Black Hawk and his 200 warriors attacked the hastily erected fort on June 24, 1832. His story and that of the early settlers are told.
Central Illinois lake with over 11,000 water acres and 172 miles of shoreline. Lake Shelbyville has 5 federal campgrounds, and 2 state campgrounds with over 1,000 campsites from tent camping up to full hookup. There are several recreational areas with picnic areas and pavilions and 2 wildlife management areas. Three public beaches are available for swimming on the lake. The lake also hosts many launching ramps that are available for boats, and 3 marinas on the lake. Many hiking trails also encompass the lake such as the General Dacey which also includes fitness stations, the Chief Illini trail and others.
Mississippi Palisades State Park
The Mississippi Palisades State Park, located near the confluence of the Mississippi and Apple rivers in northwestern Illinois is known for its steep cliffs and interesting rock formations, as well as its beautiful trails that lead you to some of those awe-inspiring giant boulders. One such trail is the Sentinel, clocking at over 1.3 miles it's the longest trail in the park and leads you smack dab into Sentinel Rock, where you can take a turn at trying to conquer this monolith.
Black Hawk State Historic Site
Wonderful for families, friends for outdoor recreation. Additionally, the Watch Tower Lodge has hosted thousands of wedding receptions and offers a lovely setting in the beautiful historic park. This wooded, steeply rolling 208-acre tract, borders the Rock River in the city of Rock Island. Prehistoric Indians and 19th-Century settlers made homes here, but the area is most closely identified with the Sauk nation and its great warrior, Black Hawk. Voted one of the "7 Wonders of Illinois," this pristine park offers beautiful trails for hiking and walking only. Picnic areas are also available. While at the park be sure to visit the Watch Tower Lodge that houses a large reception area and the John Hauberg Indian Museum. The museum features Sauk and Meskwaki Native American Indian artifacts and displays depicting the four seasons and life of these tribes. A new exhibit tells the story of the Sauk and Meskwaki—how they came to live in the Quad City area, why they no longer live here, and, as the piece de resistance, a four-by-eight-foot scale model of the city of Saukenuk one of the largest Native American Indian settlements in the United States.
CITY:Rock Island
A unique, 2,000-acre zoological park which is home to wolves, bison, waterfowl, black bear, elk, cougar, otter, and others. You will enjoy the park's spectacular natural settings, butterfly garden, wildflowers, lakes and restored prairies.
CITY:Hanna City
Starved Rock State Park East Hike
Starved Rock State Park has a beautiful East Hike that offers canyons galore, each with slightly different shapes, sizes and colorings. At 6.4 miles of dirt terrain, this hike is moderately difficult. Cool, shady and overgrown with ferns, the canyons offer a plethora of trees and flowering plants—a true delight to explore. You'll also encounter scenic overlooks 100 feet above the Illinois River. The real crowd pleasers at Starved Rock are the numerous sandstone canyons that were carved deep into the bedrock as upland streams drained into the Illinois River. Some noted canyons of worth to explore are Kaskaskia Canyon, Ottawa Canyon and Hennepin Canyon Overlook.
Starved Rock State Park Visitors Center
The Starved Rock State Park Visitors Center has several interactive displays, free videos on the park, hiking maps, and more. Trailheads Concessions & Gifts, also located here, is a great place to buy gifts, souvenirs, and snacks (fresh fudge, too)! The Visitor Center and Trailheads are open year-round.
Starved Rock State Park West Hike
Starved Rock State Park West Hike offers a decidedly different set of attractions than its eastern counterpart. On this hike you'll encounter a series of overlooks from wooded bluffs and rocky cliffs high above the Illinois River. This 2.9-mile hike varies in difficulty due to the large amount of stairs that need climbing. The dominant feature of Starved Rock can be found on this hike, via a narrow bluff that runs 4-miles along the south branch of the Illinois River. The park's namesake towers 125 feet above the river, offering commanding views of the nearby islands and river. Some notable excursions include, French Canyon, Wildcat Canyon and Pontiac Canyon with sweeping views of the Illinois River.
Pere Marquette Lodge and Conference Center
As a centerpeice of Pere Marquette State Park, the lodge and restaurant are an attraction for visitors from miles around. Visitors can spend a day at the park and explore the Great Room of the lodge, dine in the restaurant or even spend a night in a cozy lodge room or cabin. The centerpeice of the rustic timber 1930s Great Room is the 700 ton stone fireplace and life-size chess set. The Great Rooms beckons visitors to pull up a chair and a glass of wine with a view of the Illinois River. The Lodge restaurant is known for its family-style chicken dinner and season Sunday brunch buffets. Spend the afternoon or a weekend for an unforgettable experience.
Illinois' newest wine trail connects six wineries dotted throughout the southeast corner of the state. Visitors can enjoy both breathtaking vistas and friendly rural communities, all while sampling excellent red and white wines.
This beautiful 715-acre state park with a 40-acre lake derives its name from a combination of the town of Lena and the Latin work for water, aqua. Lake Le-Aqua-Na offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities including more than 10 miles of mult-use trails. The large tracts of wooded land include oak, hickory, walnut and pine trees. Woodland flowers are on display, especially in the spring and early summer, and wildlife is abundant. There is boating, fishing, a children's fishing pond, swimming, picnic and playground areas, shelters, trails for mountain biking, hiking and cross-country skiing, equestrian trails, sledding, hunting and camping.
Starved Rock State Park - Ice Climbing
While rock climbing is prohibited, there are up to five canyons in which ice climbing is permitted when conditions allow. All ice climbers must sign in at the ranger station (Park Office) and must have a partner. Call ahead to check ice and other park conditions.
Proudly referred to as Chicago's "Front yard," Grant Park is a public park, 319 acres located in Chicago's central business district in the Loop Community area. Grant Park's most notable features include Millennium Park, Buckingham Fountain, The Art Institute of Chicago and the Museum Campus. Named for United States President and Civil War General, Ulysses S. Grant, Grant Park was developed as one of Chicago's first parks and expanded through land reclamation.
Find serenity at this beautiful 1700-acre wooded park situated along an old stagecoach route between Galena and Beardstown. Featuring 95-acre Argyle Lake, the park is home to countless beaver dams and more than 200 bird species and 5 miles of hiking and biking trails.
Castle Rock State Park is located three miles south of Oregon on Highway 2. The 2,000-acre park includes rock formations, ravines, and unique northern plant associations. In one valley, 27 different types of ferns have been identified. A sandstone bluff, adjacent to the river, has given the park its name. Picnic area amenities include tables, shelters, grills, toilets, drinking water and playground equipment. Six miles of marked hiking trails have been developed, and a public boat ramp/parking facility is located across from the park's main entrance.
Matthiessen State Park - Cross Country Skiing
Five miles of scenic trails amidst a spectacular geological backdrop enable hikers, mountain bikers, horseback riders, runners and cross-country skiers to experience a peaceful jaunt through the park, while families congregate around fully-equipped, shaded picnic areas neighboring playgrounds, trailheads and 17th-Century restored French fort.
Class A campground with separate tent and trailer camping for equestrians. Also, a youth group camp and primitive walk-in tent sites.
Mackinaw River State Fish and Wildlife Area
This site offers a diversity of landscape covering 1,448 acres over timbered hills, open meadows, and river bottoms. Canoe access enables visitors to float the scenic Mackinaw River. Other activities include fishing, hunting, hiking, and picnicking.
Stretching leisurely for 6 1/2 miles along the sandy shore of Lake Michigan, this 4160-acre park is recognized for its geological structure, unique flora, spectacular beauty and recreational opportunities for swimming, boating, hiking, picnicking, biking,
Apple River Canyon State Park is in the hilly northwest corner of Illinois in Jo Daviess County near the Wisconsin border. Limestone bluffs, deep ravines, springs, streams and wildlife characterize this area. Once a part of a vast sea bottom that stretched from the Alleghenies to the Rockies, the scenic canyon area was formed by the action of the winding waters of the Apple River. The park offers hiking, day use, camping and fishing, plus Millville, a National Historic Register site.
CITY:Apple River
Set among the rugged slopes of the Ozark Hills in Southern Illinois, this site offers picnic shelters with roadside fireplaces throughout the forest. Features a network of trails for hiking and horseback riding enthusiasts.
The Chief Keokuk Campground features 70 pads with electrical hook-ups for trailers, plus 25 tent sites. There is a shower building on site. A sanitary dump station is near the camping area. The cabin is located on a slope overlooking Johnson Lake. A fire grill, table and BBQ grill are provided outside. A full-size bed, two sets of bunk beds, a table and benches are provided inside. The cabin has heat and air conditioning as well as two ceiling fans.
With over 3,000 acres of rolling plains and two lakes, Rock Cut State Park is a hiker's paradise. It's also home to some of the best mountain biking in northeastern Illinois, offering 10 miles of dirt and sand terrain, doubletrack and singletrack trails. One of the loops is 4.25-miles, the Main Trail, which runs around Pierce Lake. Another loop snakes around the northeast corner of the park and leads through dense trees and hills.
CITY:Loves Park
State park with hunting, fishing, camping, hiking and picnicking. Concession stand and boat rental available.
Located 4 miles north of I-80 at exit 19 and adjacent to the historic Hennepin Canal. Shady, quiet camping in the midst of nature's wonders. Spend a night in one of our four rustic cabins. Try the Yurt Accommodations. It is 20 foot diameter, and sleeps 8. It has one queen bed and 2 bunk beds with a full on bottom and twin on top Rent a canoe or kayak and relax on historic Hennepin Canal. Bring you own bicycle or simply walk to enjoy the recreational trail along the Hennepin Canal. The town of Geneseo has great Victorian homes with welcoming porches. In additional to the RV camp sites, there are 12 tent sites available. Internet services on site.
One of the most picturesque sites along the Rock River is just north of Oregon in Ogle County. The bluffs are graced with a majestic image of an American Indian gazing over the Rock River Valley. This is no ordinary statue. It is a 50 foot, concrete-reinforced wonder that is awe-inspiring. A tribute to all Native Americans, but more commonly associated with Chief Black Hawk, the statue was designed by sculptor Lorado Taft. You can enjoy many wonderful views of the Rock River from the park, but the best view of the statue is from IL Rt. 2.
Enjoy hiking, cross-country skiing and more in this state park known for its waterfalls, bluffs and canyons.
Dixon Springs State Park is one of several state parks in the Illinois Shawnee Hills. Park visitors may enjoy the varied wildlife, take a swim in the outdoor pool or simply soak up the relaxing atmosphere of the moss-covered boulders, craggy overhangs, and rushing brook.
The gateway to the largest outdoor playground in southern Illinois includes Rend Lake, the second largest manmade lake in the state. Wheelchair access.
Hennepin Canal Parkway State Park
The Hennepin Canal State Park, a 104-mile linear park, is a rustic, historic, educational, and recreational jewel spanning five counties and includes the entire width of Henry County with access points in Annawan, Atkinson, Geneseo, and Colona. It offers an up-close look at a fascinating piece of transportation history. It is popular with bicyclists who ride from town to town exploring the history, dining, lodging, and entertainment possibilities as they travel. The canal multi-purpose recreational trail is a portion of the American Discovery Trail, a 6,800-mile coast-to-coast trail devoted to non-motorized use. It is also part of the Grand Illinois Trail, a 535-mile loop through northern Illinois. The tree-lined park is a refuge with prairie restorations and wetlands slicing through corn and soybean farmland. Home to diverse flora and fauna, it has become a favorite for bird watchers and prairie enthusiasts. It offers numerous year-round opportunities to boat, hike, bike, fish, ride horseback, snowmobile, ice skate, and cross-country ski. Explore Henry County's jewel – the Hennepin Canal. In wintertime experience the longest snowmobile trail in the state -- 91 miles on the tow path. You can use the ice at your own risk, but pay heed to the locks, bridges and culverts where the ice likely is thinner than the rest of the canal. Bring your blades, skating along the canal is free! Keep in mind the rule is there must be 4" of snow and 6" of frost on canal for route to be open. Call the Visitor Center for automated message.
Weldon Springs State Recreation Area is a 550-acre state park located near Clinton, Illinois. It centers on Salt Creek and the impoundment of a tributary, Weldon Springs, to form Weldon Spring Lake, a reservoir.
Indian Mounds State Historic Site
One of the largest prehistoric Hopewell Mounds group in Illinois - interpretive brochures on site.
Peabody River King State Fish Wildlife Area
Boat docks and fishing areas are easily accessed for all skill levels - even special docks for kids.
Sportsman's paradise. Permanent wooded seasonal sites, tent camping. Acres of remote backpacking. Guided deer hunting (archery only), turkey hunt.
Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area
A pool of clear bubbling water which sparkles like silver on sunny days provides the basis for the name of Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area. Even on extremely cold days, this pool does not freeze, and visitors marvel at the bordering beds of watercress. Majestic oaks and prairie grasslands provide a panorama of natural beauty to park visitors. The Fox River runs through this picturesque area which is also home to several small manmade lakes. A natural prairie restoration project gives visitors a feeling of the original landscape with native wildflowers, songbirds, waterfowl and upland game. Picnicking, fishing and hiking are popular pastimes in summer, with ice fishing, sledding, ice skating and cross-country ski trails available for the winter sports lover. For relaxing, exercising or just enjoying nature, Silver Springs is the perfect get away location.
William G. Stratton State Park
Although only 613 acres in size along the Illinois River, this state park is widely used by boaters and anglers of northeastern Illinois. Launching ramps with docks serve boaters from the Illinois River Bridge in Morris.
Located in the northeastern corner of Illinois in both McHenry and Lake counties, the Chain O'Lakes State Park is 60 miles northwest of Chicago. With nearly 6,500 acres of water and 488 miles of shoreline on the Chain, Chain O'Lakes State Park is the heart of a water wonderland. And, with six miles of relatively easy hiking and biking trails to navigate the scenery, Chain O' Lakes State Park has become a treasure to behold.
CITY:Spring Grove
Kickapoo State Recreation Area in Oakwood, IL has 22 deep-water ponds, ranging in size from 0.2 to 57 acres, providing a total of 221 acres of water for boaters, canoeists and anglers. Lushly forested uplands and bottomlands along the Middle Fork of the Vermilion River is habitat for enough birds, wildlife and wildflowers to please any nature lover, while nature trails and running trails provide pathways to inspiration and physical fitness. If you want a less demanding excursion in the outdoors, there are facilities for camping and picnicking. With 22 lakes and access to the Middle Fork River, Kickapoo is known for the opportunities it provides for water-based outdoor activities. Anglers find excellent fishing for largemouth and smallmouth bass, channel catfish, bluegill, crappie and redear sunfish. Especially popular are the annual fall and spring stockings of rainbow trout, which provide an unusual opportunity for central Illinois anglers to fish for catch-able size trout. There are 12 launching ramps on nine of Kickapoo's lakes. Boat and canoe rental is available for Clear Pond.
Whether you are looking for history, unusual plant life or recreation, Lincoln Trail State Park has something to interest you. The area is named after the Lincoln Heritage Trail where Abraham Lincoln's family followed en route from Indiana to Illinois in 1831. Lincoln Trail State Park offers American beech woods and a nature preserve with hiking trails, boat rentals, camping, biking, bird watching, fishing, ice fishing and ice skating. Restaurant open seasonally.
Iris and Jack Witkowsky State Wildlife Area
A part of the Apple River Canyon State Park Complex, the Iris and Jack Witkowsky State Wildlife Area is 1,100 acres for public hunting and nature viewing. Beginning of a transcontinental bluebird trail segment. Sign in/out at lots #1 or #4.
Camping, fishing, and restaurant. Named for beavers whose dam-building formed the lake more than a century ago, the state park is not home to the industrious rodents today.
Nestled in the Rock River Valley, just 3 miles south of the town of Oregon, lies a 2,291-acre wooded area that is one of Ogle County's most beautiful and historic sites. Its scenic qualities come from 120-foot bluffs along 3.5 miles of riverfront forested with hardwood and pine trees. The history stems from the individual who, in the early part of the 20th century, augmented the natural hardwood forest by planting pines. Frank O. Lowden (1861-1943), Illinois' governor from 1917-1921, ardently embraced proper land use and strongly believed in reforestation as a way to retard soil erosion. Over several decades, an estimated 500,000 trees were seeded directly by him or under his supervision.
Moraine Hills State Park located in McHenry, Illinois, offers a tapestry of mosaic marshes, lakes, prairies, bogs, wooded hills and streams that are perfect for hikers, skiers and cyclists. The hike consists of two 8-mile loops of crushed gravel that takes approximately 2-3 hours to complete. With a rating of moderate to difficult, Moraine Hills State Park hike will surely make the top of every outdoor enthusiast's list.
The lush vegetation of the 2,430-acre Ferne Clyffe State Park, located near the small town of Goreville, hides the fact that directly below the soil, a vast area of rock formations exists. The two main areas for rock climbing include Big Rocky Hollow and the Cedar Bluff areas. Cedar Bluff offers both traditional and sport climbing, including several short, but difficult, routes in the class 12 to 13 range that appeal to experienced climbers. Other routes include top-rope access and solid anchors that appeal to new climbers.
Encompassing more than 3,000 acres along the Mississippi River, Big River State Forest is a remnant of woodland that once bordered the vast prairies. The 1-½ mile Lincoln Hiking Trail commemorates Abraham Lincoln's march through the area in 1832.
The 4,000-acre park extends along both sides of the Kankakee River offering unspoiled settings that are surrounded by scenic bluffs and woods. The park includes hiking trails, biking trails, canoeing, fishing, camping, cross-country skiing, snowmobile trails, picnic areas, hunting, boat launches, and much more! In addition there are several shelters available for picnic events.
Shabbona Lake State Park has 1,550 acres of rolling prairie and features a 318 acre man-made fishing lake. Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area provides a convenient, natural haven from the hustle and bustle of daily life. With facilities for picnicking, camping, hiking, fishing, hunting and winter sports, Shabbona Lake is a convenient and comfortable retreat where you can refresh and reinvigorate yourself in a rare, unspoiled environment.
Marseilles State Fish and Wildlife Area
Containing 2,550 acres, the area is jointly used by the Illinois National Guard as a training facility and is open to the general public for hunting.
Winnebago County Forest Preserve District
There are 41 individual forest preserves for the purpose of protecting the natural beauty of Winnebago County, as well as for education and recreation. The forest preserves provide over 9,700 acres of property for the use and enjoyment of the general public. Lush woods, picturesque streams, dramatic cliffs and dells, unspoiled prairies and native wildlife are treasures to be enjoyed by residents and visitors of all ages. Hiking, camping, canoeing, picnicking, fishing, bird watching and cross-country skiing are recreational activities available at sites throughout the county.
Clinton Lake State Recreation Area
Enjoy 9,300 acres of great outdoor picnicking, hiking, camping, hunting, fishing, swimming, boating, water skiing. Fall foliage, winter offers ice fishing, snowmobiling on frozen lake. 308 campsites, Private marina.
Sixteen-acre public lake located in southern Jo Daviess County. Largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish. No boating. Sign in/out at the visitor parking lot. 350 acres for public hunting.
Rice Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
Rice Lake is a waterfowler's dream. Its high quality habitat attracts thousands of migrating birds annually. In addition, areas are also available for fishing, boating, camping, and wildlife observation.
Home to one of the earliest educational enterprises in Illinois, the park and its sister site, Jubilee College State Historic Site, are located 15 miles northwest of Peoria near Kickapoo. In addition, to the rich history of the college, the park offers hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and camping. Jubilee College State Park has more than 40 miles of multi-use trails that wind through woodland, hills, ravines and prairies. Mountain bikers are reminded that horses have the right-of-way on the trails.
Popular lake for fishing. This 1,000-acre park is the perfect place to enjoy hiking, camping, picnicking, boating and fishing.
Apple River Canyon State Park - Thompson/Salem Units
This 1,150 acre area allows hunting, fishing; no boating/biking. See postings/fact sheets at registration. Sign in/out at lots #1 or #2. The vegetative cover at the site is a mixture of steep timbered slopes and bluffs with grassland, row crops and hay fields predominate on ridge tops. The topography can be severe especially bordering the Apple River.
Illini State Park is the type of park you think of when you think of big picnics and family gatherings. With its rustic Civilian Conservation Corps buildings and riverside picnic areas, Illini State Park offers beautiful views and a sense of history not found in many other parks. Named for the native Americans who once inhabited the area, Illini State Park is located south of the Illinois River between Marseilles and U.S. Route 6. The northern edge of the 510-acre park is bordered by the Great Falls of the Illinois River. In just 2 miles, the river drops 3 feet, creating beautiful, roaring rapids.
Saline County Conservation Area
Long before the first settlers appeared, the Indians made salt from their "Great Salt Springs." This site encompasses nearly 1,250 acres of bottomland and heavily timbered hills.
The Rock Island Trail provides 27 miles for hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing. One of the premier rails-to-trails facilities in Illinois, this trail is a sure-fire winner for the entire family.
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - In addition to quality parks and facilities, enjoy a variety of recreational programs and special events for all ages.
Guests have the opportunity to rent canoes, kayaks, and paddleboats to explore the rivers and lakes at Kickapoo State Park. Canoe and kayak trips (8 or 13 mile) are offered or rentals can be done by the hour. Following your adventure, guests can grab a bite to eat at the on-site Dockside Cafe which offers live music throughout the summer.
Mazonia-Braidwood State Fish & Wildlife Area
1,700 acres of grassland, brushy draws and shrubs on 2,801 acres. Hunting, fishing, picnicking and more.
Offers a timbered nature trail, a small prairie plot, and a quiet fishing lake on its 148 acres.
Spring Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
Contains a large bluff overlooking a long, narrow lake. Camping, picnicking, fishing, boating, hiking, and hunting opportunities provide a vast recreational experience. Concession and boat rentals are also available.
This paved hiking and biking trail follows a historic rail bed for 15 miles across the Illinois prairie.
A one-mile walking trail winds through the park, and a 13-mile horse trail is located at the north end alongside a campground for horses.
Marshall State Fish and Wildlife Area
Bottomlands and bluffs support a variety of animals, plants, and outdoor pursuits including picnicking, camping, fishing, hunting, and hiking. Migrating waterfowl, great blue herons, and bald eagles provide birders exceptional viewing opportunities.
1,365 acres of recreation opportunities. The park's centerpiece is a 58-acre lake that offers both fishing and boating, as well as nearly two and a half miles of shoreline to explore.
Located among the rolling hills of Southwestern Illinois, this park has a beach and offers boating, camping, fishing, hiking, swimming, and other activities. 140 camp sites open year round for outdoor lovers
Union County State Fish & Wildlife Area
This area currently winters nearly 100,000 of the 850,000 Canadian geese that spend the cold-weather months in Illinois. Numerous shallow sloughs and other water areas are scattered throughout its 6,202 acres.
Harry "Babe" Woodyard State Natural Area
This area encompasses 2.2 miles of the Little Vermilion River, listed as a significant stream because of its aquatic features. The site supports 12 state endangered or threatened species and provides habitat for 23 forest interior species.
This 17-mile trail replaces the abandoned main line of the Chicago Great Western Railroad. It is a flat easy ride connecting the communities of St. Charles and Sycamore.
CITY:St. Charles
Newton Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area
This 1,775 acre lake features 540 acres of shoreline as a day use conservation area. Recreational activities include fishing, picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing and hunting.
Big Bend State Fish and Wildlife Area
1,188 acres of natural beauty. Fishing on Rock River and hunting.
George Rogers Clark Discovery Trail
Enjoy a scenic ride or walk along this new concrete trail inside Fort Massac State Park. Use of the bicycle and pedestian path is free, and parking is located inside Fort Massac State Park. Upon its completion, the 9 mile trail will begin at Superman Square, continue through Fort Massac State Park, and end in the city of Brookport.
Powerton Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
The lake was built on the floodplain of the Illinois River in 1971 by Commonwealth Edison Company as a cooling reservoir for the fossil-fuel power plant. Today, the completely diked, 1,426-acre lake is leased for visitor hunting and fishing.
William Creek meanders through this park, providing habitat for an abundance of wildlife. Set in 770 acres of rolling terrain and steep hillsides, Weinberg-King is popular in winter for its cross-country skiing and snowmobiling.
Spitler Woods State Natural Area
Two-thirds of the area is a dedicated nature preserve containing one of the few remaining stands of old-growth timber in Illinois. Two trails wind through the nature preserve, allowing the hiker to enjoy the unspoiled beauty of the forest.
CITY:Mount Zion
200 sites and 135 hook-ups. Nestled in native forests and brimming with a record-setting bass population, this park is a comfortable outdoor retreat.
Enjoy hiking, camping, and canoeing at Siloam Springs State Park in Western Illinois.
Hikers, campers, picnickers, and canoeists frequent this 30-acre site, making it one of the state's most popular state parks. Fishing, boating and bird watching are also popular activities. This picturesque park is bordered on the south by the Illinois & Michigan Canal and to the north by Nettle Creek which gently flows along the perimeter and through the park adding to its natural beauty and abundance of wildlife. Stately old trees including walnut, oak, ash, maple, sycamore, hawthorn and cottonwood provide ample shade throughout the park. In the spring, trillium, bluebell, white trout lily, violets, wild ginger, phlox, toothwort and spring beauties are just a sample of the wildflowers that can be enjoyed by park visitors.
Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area
Picturesque bottomland setting with an abundance of silver maple, cottonwood, ash and willow trees. Picnicking, camping, boating, fishing, and hunting add to the visitor's enjoyment.
The largest campground in the Illinois State Park system. The park covers 3,000 acres on the west shore of Carlyle Lake. Every year more than 3/4 million visitors come here to hunt, fish, picnic, camp, boat, water ski, and hike.
Hikers, campers, picnickers, and canoeists frequent this 30-acre site, making it one of the state's most popular state parks. Fishing, boating and bird watching are also popular activities. This picturesque park is bordered on the south by the Illinois & Michigan Canal and to the north by Nettle Creek which gently flows along the perimeter and through the park adding to its natural beauty and abundance of wildlife. Stately old trees including walnut, oak, ash, maple, sycamore, hawthorn and cottonwood provide ample shade throughout the park. In the spring, trillium, bluebell, white trout lily, violets, wild ginger, phlox, toothwort and spring beauties are just a sample of the wildflowers that can be enjoyed by park visitors.
Located on Rt. 50 between Lawrenceville and Olney, this State Park features fishing, boating, hunting, hiking, horse trails and camping in a semi-secluded setting. This 950-acre site offers wooded hills, picturesque meadows, nature areas and an abundance of wildlife.
Moody Park (formerly Longacre Park)
Lighted tennis courts, playground, sand volleyball courts, baseball, softball, and soccer fields. a 1.5 mi walking/running path, concession stands, picnic pavilions, a large lake. The Midwest Salute to the Arts is held every year here in August.
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ROTC Project GO
Project GO is a Department of Defense funded initiative bringing together the National Security Education Program, a dozen U.S. universities, the Defense Language Office, the Institute of International Education and all three services to promote global awareness and language proficiency among future military officers.
The Project GO website:
Project GO Handout (496 KB, PDF)
Visit the Project GO website
Supports graduate and undergraduate students studying languages, cultures and world areas critical to U.S. interests.
Opportunities for U.S. students to achieve a superior level of fluency in languages critical to U.S. competitiveness and security.
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Kat Dennings shares beautiful makeup-free picture of herself!
"2 Broke Girls" star Kat Dennings says she's tired – but she definitely doesn't look it! The 26-year-old actress posted a picture of herself, saying, "This is what 35 hours without sleep looks like."
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These tips may not apply to all meetings all the time, but they certainly work. Consider this list when preparing for your next rep council meeting or event a general membership meeting. If you need assistance in planning a meeting, reach out to your NJEA UniServ field representative.
1. Advertise the meeting in a fun way. Create a fun top-ten list of the reasons people shouldn't miss the meeting in addition to a fun top-ten list for why they should attend.
2. Have an agenda. To make meetings successful in everyone's eyes, then everyone must engage in it; it's all about give and take. Attempt to ensure that every attendee has something to contribute (give) and something useful to take away (take). Make sure that you have an agenda that attempts to cover everyone's interests.
3. Improve energy levels. Hungry meeting participants can experience low energy levels resulting in fatigue and boredom. To boost energy, provide healthy, energy-boosting beverages and snacks such as water, juice, energy drinks, fruit, vegetables, trail mix and snack bars. Remove high-sugar beverages and foods such as soda and donuts from meetings, as sugary foods usually only provide a temporary boost in energy followed by a sharp decline and then fatigue.
4. If possible, arrange the room so that members face each other, i.e., a circle or semi-circle. For large groups, try U-shaped rows.
Open the meeting with something positive. Psychological experiments have shown that the way a meeting starts, sets the tone for the whole meeting. Start the meeting with complaints, problems and mutual blame, and that's what you'll get. But if you start out with something positive, the rest of the meeting is more likely to be more fun. Consider opening each meeting with a joke, story, inspirational quote, or startling statistic.
1. Keep it as short as possible. There are two reasons for keeping meetings short. One, everyone is pressed for time and, two, attention spans wane as meetings drone on. Stick to your time frame. Start on time, get down to business, plan on time for questions and answers, and then wrap it up. If a few people have longer questions, invite them to meet with you later.
2. Review "homework" from the last meeting. Not only does it remind participants what happened last week, it holds attendees accountable.
3. Use a variety of tools such as presentation slides, a Smartboard, and videos. When possible, bring in expert speakers who are well known for presenting topics in fun ways.
4. Look for opportunities to create rituals and traditions at your meetings. Traditions become part of your association history, they help bond people together, and give attendees something to look forward to year after year as well as something to reminisce about. It might be a ritual to kick off the entire meeting, to end the meeting, to start or end each day, a ritual to introduce the new incoming president, or a ritual that welcomes the new attendees in a fun way.
5. Give verbal reinforcement: Use neutral phrases such as "Thank you," "I'm pleased you brought that up" or "We're off to a good start" when meeting participants speak up. This method reinforces their involvement, not the content of what they said. Resist the urge to add a judgment such as "great idea" or "excellent." You run the risk of saying this only to some people. Those who don't get your "high five" response may notice and stop participating.
6. Encourage participants to offer solution statements instead of problem / complaint statements. Things like, "How can we solve ____?" tend to work well.
7. Ask more open-ended questions. Open-ended questions usually can't be answered with just a "yes" or "no." They start with "what," "how," "tell me about," or "explain" and elicit much more information. Try "What does this mean to you?" or "How would you implement that idea?"
8. When you make an important point during a meeting, ask for feedback. If no one comes forward, start calling on the most bored-looking person. "What do you think of this plan?" "Do you think it will work?" "How should we proceed?" They won't just feel involved in the meeting — they'll also be generating reactionary, spur-of-the-moment answers that can sometimes breed the best ideas.
9. Count to 10. Wait a full 10 seconds after asking your questions (counting one, one thousand; two, two thousand). If there is no response, rephrase or ask your question again. Manage your impulse to break the silence (this is hard to do and takes practice). Someone will feel compelled to speak, and then your discussion may take off.
10. Ask for their opinion. For it to be a real, all-inclusive meeting, then you must open up the discussion to everyone, and the best way to do this is to ask for opinion on matters arising. And here's an important tip; never close anyone down in forming an opinion that you (or others in the group) disagree with. Rather than responding to and answering questions yourself, let the meeting participants offer their expertise. You could say: "What about it?" "What is important about having a standard way to follow up with our members?" or "What would be difficult about implementing this?" Then let the group decide as a whole which ideas they'll use. If people have a hand in deciding policies or procedures, they have more of a stake in seeing them work.
11. Actively listen. Show that you're listening to your members by eye contact, the occasional nod, and a confirmation that you have listened by repeating what you have understood. Use this as an opportunity to ensure there is clarity about what's said.
12. Be open to challenge. If you're just in "broadcast-mode," then you'll see expressions of glazed-over eyes. People stop listening if they can't engage. If you want to effectively share information or influence, then you must allow your message to be discussed, challenged and disagreed with inside the room. If you don't, it may be challenged, passively, outside of the room, and outside of your control.
13. Don't use positional power. If you have to say something like "well I am the president, so that's what we're going to do. . ." then you're on a slippery slope. Use of positional power, like this, is a raising of the shutters. Your members will disengage, and you're then on your own. It's much better to persuade to get buy-in. And if you can't persuade, then is there something you're not listening to?
14. Stop Being An "Air Hog." Resist the temptation to lecture or to be the expert. Your job is to make sure that people are participating, not just listening to you. Everyone in the room has ideas and opinions they'd like to share, and keeping your personal airtime to 40% or less will give them the space to do so.
15. Allow your weaknesses to be exposed. It's so tempting to think that, just because you're the person running the meeting, that you're always right (or have the power to close down opportunities that expose you being wrong). Don't let ego rule. It's important that a meeting is an open forum for discussion, and if it means you're shown as wrong, then let it happen.
For your meetings to be successful, members should want to be there. Approach each meeting like you would when inviting company to your home. You should want your members to enjoy themselves. This this end, how about closing each meeting with a round of good news from the audience? Encourage your members to report on just some of all the great things happening in your district's schools!
1. Never leave an issue without an action. A meeting mustn't be a talking-shop. If there is an issue that concerns the group, then always ensure that the meeting closes only after the issues have been allocated an owner (someone who will take it away to progress) and a date by which the owner must report back to the team (and also how they will report back).
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Holyoke has become the second city in Western Massachusetts to offer needle exchange as a way to reduce infectious disease among drug users.
Holyoke has the third highest rate of HIV infection in the state, behind Springfield and Boston. And health officials say one third of new HIV cases in Holyoke come from shared drug needles — which is almost three times the state average. Still, it's taken years of advocacy to get unanimous approval from the board of health to start a needle exchange program — this time with support from new mayor Alex Morse and police chief James Neiswanger. While opponents of needle exchange say providing clean needles condones illegal drug use, supporters say it's been proven to reduce rates of HIV and Hepatitis c. Leslie Laurie is head of Tapestry Health, a health organization that's been contracted to run the Holyoke needle exchange program. She says she's hoping to duplicate the success of a similar program in Northampton, where 40 percent of participants go onto get drug abuse treatment.
Laurie says replacing needles also reduces the public's risk of coming across a dirty needle in a park or trash area…. Meanwhile, Western Massachusetts aids activists say they hope Holyoke's example will help build the political will to launch a needle exchange program in Springfield, which currently has the fastest-growing rate of new infections in the state.


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Huntington Elementary will hold its annual Valentine Carnival on Feb. 8 from 5-7:30 p.m. at the Huntington Elementary gym. There will be games, food and fun. Fortune teller, bowling, fish pond, cake walk bake sale, crafts, basketball toss, football throw, stuffed animal game, Balloon art and much more. Everyone welcome. Tickets 10 for $1.
The EHS Junior Prom will be held March 1 at 7 p.m. in the Spartan Center.
The north parking lot is reserved for members of the Junior class and the public is asked to park in the south lot. Donations of $1 per person will be accepted from the public but not required.
Republican Party
For the Election Of Officers Huntington Elementary School Huntington, Utah 6 p.m. March 28. Public Welcome. If you have Questions,call 748-2488, 748-2442, 749-9989, 687-2229
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Valentines Day. As a fundraiser to help build a school in Belize, we are delivering Valentines for you. Your Choice of: Sweet treat delivered - $5. Singing telegram with treat - $20. Call to order today. 381-5145 or 381-2622.
United Methodist Church 10 N. 200 E. Price Utah
Monday 8 p.m. Serenity Group. Tuesday 8 p.m. Shotgun. Thursday 8 p.m. Easy Does It. Friday 6:45 p.m. New Legacy Group, (WTSODMF- for the Hard Core-Step Study Meeting. Friday 8 p.m. New Legacy Group, topic discussion group. Saturday 6"30 p.m. Basic Study (book study). Sunday 6"30 p.m. Shotgun(topic pick meeting).
Utah State University Extension is offering ten Master Gardener Classes from January 31 through April 4. This year's topics include soils, fertilizers, irrigation, diseases and insects, weed control, pesticides, pruning and tree care. Cost is $50 for one year (includes refreshments and a Master Gardener Manual) or $80 for the full two-year, twenty class schedule. Classes will rotate between Price and Castle Dale. Call 381-2381.


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Hubert Brown Contributor
Inducted in 2006
Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee 2005
Hubert Brown has contributed to the game of basketball for over 60 years as a coach, teacher, and broadcaster. He was assistant coach at William & Mary University in 1968, assistant coach at Duke University from 1969-72 and assistant coach of the Milwaukee Bucks from 1972-1974. From 1974-1976, he was head coach of the ABA's Kentucky Colonels. He won the ABA Championship with the Colonels in 1975. Brown is known and respected for fostering young talent, transforming struggling franchises into contenders, and educating players, coaches, and fans. He was twice named NBA Coach of the Year with the Atlanta Hawks and later the Memphis Grizzlies. Brown has been lead analyst for several television networks as well as the host of basketball clinics across the globe and was nominated for a Sports Emmy in 1994 and 1999.
Where They Are Now
NBA Analyst for ABC
Where They Were
Niagara University 1951-1955


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New Polaris ATV Starter Motor.
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Nutrition Monitoring should follow Gastric Banding Surgery
Parents who have had bariatric surgery may require dietary supplements and should pay close attention to their nutritional intake, according to a UT Southwestern Medical Center study. Published in the Journal of Investigative Medicine, the study followed a group of gastric banding patients and... Read More
Premature Birth Linked to Bariatric Surgery in Women
Children of women who have been treated with bariatric surgery are more likely to be born prematurely and be small in size for their gestational age, compared to other babies who are born to women had not received weight loss surgery. This is according to research published in the BMJ. Read More
Do Weight Loss Surgery Benefits Really Outweigh Risks?
The prevalence of obesity is higher than it has ever been. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention claims that over one-third of American adults are impacted. And with this rise in obesity comes an increase in the amount of weight loss surgery procedures. But how safe are these procedur... Read More
Diabetes can be Rapidly Reversed Following Gastric Banding Procedure
Clinical investigators from Sydney's Garvan Institute of Medical Research and St. Vincent's Hospital have demonstrated that a weight loss surgery procedure, known as 'gastric banding', can bring about the reversal of diabetes in some patients, and dramatic improvement of glucose tolerance in o... Read More
Diabetes May Be Solved With Clues Offered by Gastric Bypass
Researchers from Boston's Children's Hospital have found why a gastric bypass procedure can aid in resolving type-2 diabetes, according to a study published in the journal Science. The study reveals that the small intestine, which is believed to be a passive organ, actually plays a significan... Read More
Could Genetics Be the Main Culprit Behind Severe Obesity?
Researchers from Boston's Children's Hospital have found a particular gene mutation that could be linked to a cause of severe obesity. The study included a number of genetic surveys in several groups of people dealing with obesity, in addition to several genetic experiments in mice. Read More
Bariatric Surgery Restores Nerve Cells Properties Altered by Diet
Understanding the processes behind how bariatric surgery alters the properties of nerve cells that help maintain the digestive system could pave the way for new therapies that create the same results without surgery. This is according to Penn State College of Medicine scientists whose work is ... Read More
Mother's Bariatric Surgery Lowers Risk of Obesity for Offspring
Overweight mothers who undergo bariatric surgery may pass on genetic advantages for their offspring, according to new research published in PNAS. The study showed that the children of women who underwent weight-loss surgery were less likely to suffer from obesity when compared to their older s... Read More
Expanded Group of Patients Eligible for Safe and Effective Bariatric Surgery
Lap band surgery is now considered safe and effective in an expanded group of patients, not only in individuals considered morbidly obese. This conclusion has been reached in a recent study published in the journal Obesity. The findings suggest that the procedure may aid in intervening before ... Read More
Obesity Surgery Changes Hormones to Provide Relief of Diabetes Symptoms
Bariatric surgery changes the hormones and amino acids produced during the digestive process, hinting at the mechanisms by which the surgery eliminates the symptoms of type 2 diabetes, according to a recent study accepted for publication in The Endocrine Society%u2019s Journal of Clinical Endo... Read More
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Are You Ready to Manage 50x the Amount of Business Content?
By Michael Snow on Dec 05, 2013
The amount of information companies have to manage is expected to grow by 50x in the next decade. Yet already some 90 percent of documents, images, and other unstructured content is un-managed. So it is no surprise that 87 percent of organizations blame performance issues on information growth.
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And as the sheer volume and variety of content proliferates, so do risks. It is estimated that 20 percent of chief information officers in regulated industries will lose their jobs by 2016 for failing to implement the discipline of information governance. Meanwhile, employees are spending an estimated nine hours per week searching for and not finding content—at cost of US$14,000 per worker per year.
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Enjoy comfort without sacrificing style in the Steve Madden Heaven star-spangled ballet flat. This heavenly printed slip-on is the perfect little shoe to complete your casual look.
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Kevin Fischer is a veteran broadcaster, the recipient of over 150 major journalism awards from the Milwaukee Press Club, the Wisconsin Associated Press, the Northwest Broadcast News Association, the Wisconsin Bar Association, and others. He has been seen and heard on Milwaukee TV and radio stations for over three decades. A longtime aide to state Senate Republicans in the Wisconsin Legislature, Kevin can be seen offering his views on the news on the public affairs program, "InterCHANGE," on Milwaukee Public Television Channel 10, and heard filling in on Newstalk 1130 WISN. He lives with his wife, Jennifer, and their lovely young daughter, Kyla Audrey, in Franklin.
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"I have yet another thought on how we can fix this. Why don't we let the Democrats pass whatever they want? If they are the party of higher taxes, all the Republicans vote present and let the Democrats raise taxes as high as they want to raise them, let Democrats in the Senate raise taxes, let the president sign it and then make them own the tax increase. And when the economy stalls, when the economy sputters, when people lose their jobs, they know which party to blame, the party of high taxes. Let's don't be the party of just almost as high taxes."|
Sen. Rand Paul
"O.K., let's see if we've got this straight: Bret Bielema spends much of his six-season tenure as
Lynn Zinser, NY Times
"You want some actual perspective on this? Well, a bit of it comes from Kansas City-based writer Jason Whitlock, with whom I do not always agree, but who, today, said it so well that we may as well just quote or paraphrase from the end of his article. 'Our current gun culture,' Whitlock wrote, 'ensures that more and more domestic disputes will end in the ultimate tragedy, and that more convenience store confrontations over loud music coming from a car will leave more teenage boys bloodied and dead. Handguns do not enhance our safety. They exacerbate our flaws, tempt us to escalate arguments, and bait us into embracing confrontation rather than avoiding it. In the coming days, Jovan Belcher's actions and their possible connection to football will be analyzed. Who knows? But here,' wrote Jason Whitlock, 'is what I believe: 'If Jovan Belcher didn't possess a gun, he and Kasandra Perkins would both be alive today.'"
Bob Costas on Jovan Belcher's murder/suicide.
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A tweet by Fox News Senior Political Analyst Brit Hume
"Not only should we not eliminate the word 'lunatic' from federal law when the most pressing issue of the day is saving our country from bankruptcy, we should use the word to describe the people who want to continue with business as usual in Washington."
Rep. Louie Gohmert, the only member of the House to vote against a bill to remove the word "lunatic" from federal law.
"I wonder what the makers of 'The Simpsons' would say when they hear their jokes are taken literally in a country called
Turkish newspaper columnist Mehmet Yilmaz, after a Turkish television station was fined for airing an episode of "The Simpsons" that was understood to "mock God."
"The Pope is not going to be walking around with a Blackberry or an iPad and no one is going to be putting words into the Pope's mouth."
Senior media advisor to the Vatican Greg Burke, on what to expect from Pope Benedict's new Twitter account, @pontifex.
"The police department believes that, under state law, you may responsibly get baked, order some pizzas and enjoy a 'Lord of the Rings' marathon in the privacy of your own home, if you want to."
Message from Seattle police spokesman Jonah Spangenthal-Lee, upon
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The Big Bite Baits Warmouth is a signature bait from Big Bite pro staffer and Elite Series veteran pro, Dean Rojas. Rojas recently used the Warmouth to log a 3rd place finish in the 2010 BASS Elite Series Event on Smith Mountain Lake, an 8th at the 2011 FLW Event on Lake Okeechobee, and he also used it to pluck enough big fish off beds to win wire-to-wire at the 2011 Bassmaster Elite Series Event on Toledo Bend Reservoir.
Your first thought might be swimbait, but Dean designed the Warmouth to be fished in a much different style. Dean fishes the Warmouth Texas-rigged, but he rigs it on the flat side rather than vertically. This gives it a unique profile and action on the fall that imitates a bluegill or baitfish. The legs and body design allow the bait to be fished sideways without spinning on the fall, giving it a natural gliding action. Also, when worked along the bottom, the WarMouth resembles a bluegill feeding on its side with its tail kicking up, making it a killer sight fishing bait. The subtle kicking action of the legs also make it a great swim jig trailer. Designed to be fished with an extra wide gap worm hook, three ridges molded into the flat side of the body let you skin hook the point to make it weedless and allows for better hook penetration. Available in several proven color combinations, the Big Bite Baits Warmouth is now available at Tackle Warehouse.
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Customer Reviews
Comments: hands down awesome bait. I wish they were more durable. I only catch one fish per bait. I like to rig it on a 4/0 hook with a 1/2 bullet weight & hop it along the bottom. you wont catch quality often but you'll catch quantity.
Comments: I personally haven't had problems with the eyes falling out or the durability. I like to rig them on a shakey head & fish them sorta like a swimming worm or a fluke. Great lures
From: Hunter: Pascagoula, MS 2/18/16
Comments: Hands down best bed fishing bait I've ever used. Flat out catches fish. Caught a 7, 2 6s, and 2 5s on Lake Norman. Almost 30 pounds on that lake is unheard of! It can be hard to get those big ones to bite, but they crushed this thing within 20 minutes of being on each bed. Can't say enough good things about this bait.
From: Bill: NC 10/27/14
Comments: Most people seem to only fish these prespawn, but i have been fishing them this summer with great success... fish them similar to a wacky rig, let it fall, then twitch them up 2 or 3 times, let it fall again... i fish from the bank and cast as well as pitch these, both work. i fish it weightless, but that is just me... eyes falling out does not matter, especially if it is only one... you can also drag them along the bottom, they come through vegetation quite well... only bad thing is they arent all that durable, but they are no worse than you average plastic, and the strikes these things draw might explain that.
From: Russell: Dallas, TX 8/14/14
Comments: I love the action on these suckers. Have been using the watermelon red ghost for pitching heavy cover at falcon lake. I've herd of some people having trouble with the eyes falling off, but just takes a couple drops of mend it on the eyes straight out of the pack and problem solved...good luck out there guy.....fish on
From: Chito: RGC, TX 6/20/14
Comments: Bought these to try something differnt at the local water. Fish really well I like the glideing action on the fall with a texas rig. casting this bait along ways to a small target needs a lot of luck it tends to fly in the wind do to desighn. However it is a grate bait and trigered a few finicky fish when sinkos werent working.
From: Bank Angler: Shando CA
Comments: I'm loving this bait! i have gotten 6 bass off beds with one so far and it lost an eye but I think it will catch some more. here's the trick. rig with a bullet weight, I use a 3/16 oz. peg it on some fluro with a 3/0 EWG and you're good to go. pitch it out past the bed and very slowly twitch/crawl it onto the bed, then when the bass turns around to look at it just shake it. If that doesnt catch em try a wacky rig.
From: Cullen: Ashburn, VA
Comments: I am using this bait this spring(2013)for spawning bass and let me tell you, it's a killer, I rig it on a J rig and works really good.The tail shakes with just about any little movement of the rod tip and it drives the bass nuts,it will not last too many hits but mend it glue works like magic on this bait,caught @ 18 lbs. of fish today on this little devil.Great bait so far!
From: Charlie: Trenton, NJ
Comments: Sorry, folks, but i'm with kevin on this one. I'm a big fan of big bite soft plastics, but not this one. Never even got bit with this bait. I agree, it'sa great concept, but they never panned out for me. Sold them all on ebay this winter.
From: Dan: WV
Comments: HOLY CRAP! this bait is down right outstanding! if you can find the exact location of the fishes bed the bass will go nuts chomping it and trying to get it away, rig this with a 1/8 oz weight and go to town
From: Nick
Comments: great Idea but they do not work for me . waste of money for me .
From: Kevin: East, KY
Comments: HOLY @#$^...Dean was right....rigged it the way he said, and BAM!!!! 10-23 on the WILD SHINER...awesome sight fishing bait, but I shouldve used a stouter 4/0 hook, and 20lb test instead of 14....live and learn....AWESOME!!!!
From: Roger: Ontario, CA
Comments: I found the best way to rig this baits is to use a 2/0 Gamakatsu octopus hook and nose hook the bait throw it out and twitch it alittle and hold on the bass will hit hard and kill this bait ( green bluegill ) works for me .
From: Erik: IL
Comments: I haven't used these yet but from the good reviews I've read I excited to. I'm planning on rigging these up to flip around spawning areas. Can't wait!
From: Jake: OH
Comments: picked up 2 packs can't wait for spring to try them. glad i read the reviews, now i know to reglue the eyes before launching the boat
From: Jeff: Jersey
Comments: A friend of mine left one in the chartreuse bluegill color without eyes, so I took it yesterday and caught 5 bass whit it before it was riped out of the hook, included an 8 pounder, that was the lunker of the day, and when I was recovering the plastic aftter a bad cast, 3 times I had followers, icluding one that jumped at the lure in the surface of the water... Incredible action of the tail, and yes the eyes don't last 2 casts..... I«m going to buy more!!!
From: Alejandro, Torreon, Coach, Mexico
Comments: Gonna buy a pack but just wanted to say something maybe a quick solution to the eyes falling off too easy just take them off before and gorilla glue them back on before you throw them in.
Comments: This little bait rocks. The bass love it. Eyes come off very easily, but other than that , they are awesome.
From: Chet: London, KY
Comments: Great bait used them for the first time yesterday and caught two nice 4 pound largemouths. Good swim action durable.
From: Mike: Dumfries, VA
Comments: Have only used is one time. Looks great in the water, but as others have said...eyes fell of WAY too easily. For 5 bucks a bag, I Will go thru the bag and determine if it is worth it or not.
From: Dean: Charlotte, NC
Comments: Tried this bait out at a local pond and the bass loved this bait. one of them actually jumped out of the water to grab this bait. need to get me some more of these bass candy!
From: Larry: Costa Mesa, CA
Comments: great little bait, but the eyes fall off way to easy, other than that great bait...
From: David: Kentucky
Comments: This bait has helped me in so many ways i have found this bait effective i many ways wether it be topwater or bed fishing i have caught BIG bass both ways great job big bite bait teams.
From: Cody: Hilliard, FL
Comments: Great Bait, try it weightless and fish it like a fluke,Awesome.
From: Chad: Douglas, GA
Comments: Just tried this bait out for the first time to see what all the hype is about. At my local lake, bluegill and crawdads are the main forage for the bass. The warmouth gave the fish a new look and really helped me with a bigger bite. Texas rigged, they are perfect for imitating a struggling/dying bluegill.
From: Matt: IA
Comments: Mild Success at best so far during the summer months. Spawn I hope that changes.
From: Ksbigbass
Comments: Ripped Open War Mouth, 7 Casts In & Went 2 War W/ A 6 Lb. LargeMouth...........
From: N: For Lake, IL
Comments: Good bait for pitching into openings and fish-holding spots. The first time I tried this bait, I flipped it underneath a tree while shorefishing. On the initial fall either a pike or large bass blew up on it and took me towards the shore and got off. Make sure you have your drag set. Next time I will use a baitcaster with this bait so I can thumb the drag tight.
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Digital Book World, in partnership with Iobyte Solutions, has gone on record describing some of the methodology they have developed to produce a more accurate E-Book Best Seller List to provide a better perspective about what is occurring in the e-book marketplace.
Dan Lubart, author of the original article, stated that they have addressed some of the problems with current e-book best seller lists such as, one hit wonders, no differentiation between $0.99 e-books and $12.99 e-books and no accounting for which publishers are selling the most e-books.
Without disclosing all their methods, Digital Book World has shared some of what they do every week to determine Best Sellers:
1) Best-seller rank observed from five of six top retailers (Kindle, Nook, Google, Kobo, Sony)
2) Lists observed for seven consecutive days (Sat. – Fri.)
3) Each appearance on a list gets an unweighted score based on the ranking
4) Ranking scores are logarithmically determined (i.e. top scores are much more valuable than lower scores)
5) Each retailer weighted by approximate market share as determined by the editors of Digital Book World and Iobyte Solutions
6) Additional appearance credit is awarded for appearing on multiple lists
7) Combined scores for the week determine final score for each title
8) Titles are ranked by final scores and also grouped into sub-lists by price (four separate price-band lists: $0 – $2.99; $3.00 – $7.99; $8.00 – $9.99; and $10.00 and above)
9) Minimum price that appeared at any point during the week on any retailer is used for determine price band (assumption that low price is an important driver of ranking)
The debut list includes only 3 titles priced for less than $3.00, and only four from publishers other than the Big Six — the six largest publishers: Hachette, HarperCollins, Macmillan, Penguin, Random House and Simon & Schuster.
And now for the New Best Sellers List by Digital Book World –> The Top 25 E-Books for the Week Ending 8/18/12
The list is also divided by price categories, creating four separate lists that look at books priced:
Seems to Good to be True
I was pretty excited while researching material for this article. An accurate Best Seller List! Just what I have always dreamed of. Then I looked closer and found some issues. My enthusiasm promptly shifted into trepidation.
The Digital Reader raises some interesting questions. They claim as fact that 2 of 5 e-book stores are global – even though this new list is intended to represent the US e-book market. The other 3 e-book stores are the US-only branches of the respective e-book stores. If 2 of the 5 stores are including global sales data and the other 3 are pulling US sales data – that's a problem.
Another issue lies with the source of the data itself. Digital Book World gets their information from the official best seller lists put out by each e-book store. Is that data reliable? Amazon has had their hands caught in the
cookie jar best seller lists before.
Back in 2009, Amazon started filtering their best seller results, by excluding "adult" material from appearing in some searches and bestseller lists.
Earlier this year in March, the Fifty Shades trilogy was still not quite legitimate, but after it had already become a bestseller – everywhere but Amazon that is. Amazon was filtering that trilogy out of their most visible best seller list. Amazon doesn't want to offend the sensibilities of their customers, so the official "Best Sellers in Kindle eBooks" list is set up to exclude erotica. I don't know what happened – but they reversed their policy at some point because I certainly see the Fifty Shades trilogy in the top 5 on their Best Seller lists now.
Amazon has been misleading in their bestsellers list before – how do we know they're not manipulating it now? How does Digital Book World know? They don't. If Amazon is, it makes the data that Digital Book World receives questionable and unreliable. If they're not – I still wouldn't trust them as far as I could throw them.
Drum-roll Please
Now I'm going to open a can of worms.
Iobyte Solutions is the company powering the raw data behind the new Best Seller List at Digital Book World. Dan Lubart is a Managing Partner of this company – in fact he founded the company. Dan has an impressive background. He's been an IT consultant for 20 years, has experience with software development, data center strategy, etc. etc. etc…. Prior to founding Iobyte, Dan's clients included Citibank, IBM, SAP, Universal Music Group, Scholastic, etc. etc. etc…
The one thing that his bio at Iobyte failed to disclose — Dan Lubart is currently employed as Senior Vice President of Sales Analytics and Pricing at HarperCollins.
Here's the relevant snippet from an article covering a Harper Collins restructuring in July 2012 –
Dan Lubart SVP, Sales Analytics and Pricing will continue his work analyzing how pricing affects sales, developing tactics to maximize revenue and author exposure and creating interfaces to help his colleagues access complex data quickly and easily."
What better way to maximize revenue and author exposure than to set up your own ebook bestseller list and manipulate it to your ends.
Conflict of Interest? You Betcha
So, we have one of the Big 6 (publishers) who also happened to have developed the logarithms and methods for this new Best Seller List and most likely using this "method" and possibly this data for HarperCollins. Dan is the Man Behind the Curtain, pulling all the knobs and levers like the wizard in the Wizard Of Oz.
And here I was worried about Amazon manipulating data.
In the meantime, I'm going to click my heels three times and go home.
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