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Did You Know? Countdown to President's Day (02/19)Saturday, February 19th, 2011
Did You Know? Countdown to President's Day
Facts, Figures & Folklore About America's Presidents
February 19 : 02 days till President's Day
Originally intended to celebrate the birthday of the first US President, George Washington, the President's Day holiday has become a general celebration of all past US Presidents.
Did you know that John F. Kennedy, the 35th president, was the youngest man elected to the presidency of the United States?
He was just 46 years old when he was inaugurated. Kennedy was also the youngest president to die in office, and the fourth U.S. president assassinated during his tenure.
Often quoted for his moving Inaugural address in which he stated, "Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country", Kennedy was a master orator.
In his less than 1,000 days in office, Kennedy historically presided over the Cuban Missile Crisis and the introduction of the sweeping Civil Rights Act. The bill, which ended racial discrimination in public places and required employers to provide equal employment opportunities, was being debated by Congress at the time of Kennedy's assassination on November 22, 1963.
So in honor of this upcoming holiday join us as we countdown to President's Day with little know facts, figures, and folklore about America and its Presidents! We'll be presenting a new "Did You Know?" fun fact each day as we countdown to February 21st! So stop by again tomorrow.


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The Emery County Public Lands Council heard from Sherrel Ward as he gave an update on water in the county. He said December was the driest on record. The lucky thing for the county is the carry over in the reservoirs from last year. Ward went over the water in the reservoirs at the present time, Huntington North is 91 percent filled, Electric Lake 81 percent, Miller's Flat-78 percent, Rolfson-77 percent, Huntington Reservoir-70 percent, Cleveland Reservoir 77 percent, Millsite-77 percent and Joe's Valley 76 percent. This carry over in the reservoirs will help with the upcoming irrigation season if the weather pattern continues to be dry.
Total percentage of average for Seely Creek is 70 percent, Buck Flat 77 percent; Red Pine Ridge-76 percent; Clear Creek #1-90 percent; Mammoth-Cottonwood 75 percent and White River- 78 percent. Basin Wide snow water equivalent is 41 percent of average and total precipitation is 78 percent of average.
Ward reported the water study is going well and a draft document is ready. The water study shows ways to more beneficially use the water we have and does a water inventory. It also identifies 36 sites where reservoirs could be built. It identifies areas for additional water storage. Those conducting the study will continue to look at these sites and continue to evaluate them.


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She had just moved into town six months ago. A new start. A new
beginning at a new school. Her first grade class embraced her like one
of their own. Her hair was braided for a planned trip to Disney World
that her mother promised would take place in one month's time. She knew
exactly what rides she was going to go on. Exactly what characters she
wanted to take a picture with. Mickey Mouse. Donald Duck. Goofy. The
Little Mermaid. She wanted to meet them all. But she would never make
it on her dream vacation. One bullet to the chest and seven year old
Heaven Sutton was dead.
Only a few miles away, another mother wailed and wailed and wailed, "She
didn't deserve this…A person with a heart would never do this." She
couldn't stop crying, screaming, at the top of her lungs. Screaming so
loud that finally her screams became just sounds. Her daughter's Minnie
Mouse blanket was all that remained after the paramedic's took away the
body. Two shots to the abdomen was all that it took to take her life
away, although she fought to the bitter end, holding onto her last
breath as she arrived at the hospital. Her older sister, who luckily
survived the shooting, heard the gunshots, but thought they were
"fireworks." Six year old Aaliyah Shell was just one of thirty-nine
people that were shot that weekend in Chicago.
On Friday morning, December 14th, these two little angels greeted twenty
new angels at the pearly white gates of heaven. Between 9:35AM and
9:53AM, one by one, twenty first-graders from Sandy Hook Elementary
School met Heaven and Aaliyah for the first time. They spoke of Disney
World and the New York Giants. They spoke of their mother's and
teacher's attempts to save their lives. They spoke of their friends and
family members who had survived the onslaught of bullets. They spoke of
the crowns that lay upon their heads as the Princes and Princesses had
come home.
Our nation has been brought to its knees with the tragic deaths of
Charlotte, Daniel, Olivia, Josephine, Ana, Dylan, Madeleine, Catherine,
Chase, Jesse, James, Grace, Emilie, Jack, Noah, Caroline, Jessica,
Avielle, Benjamin and Allison. Our country's tears still weep over the
heroism of their teachers and faculty who did all in their mighty power
to protect them from gunfire. But as the prayers and condolences slowly
fade away, it will be the a test of our moral character, as a people, to
do everything in our power to make sure our children never meet a bullet
In a recent poll, taken after the shootings in Newtown, only 54% of
Americans believe in tougher gun control laws. Although this is the
highest this number has been at in over a decade, it is still shockingly
low. Knowing that Americans own more guns than any other country in the
world, our leaders in Congress have been slow to respond to the mass
shooting, many of whom remaining quiet in fear of losing their $2000
contribution from the National Rifle Association. This past Sunday, ALL
thirty-one pro-gun Republican Senators refused invitations to speak on
'Meet The Press,' not even offering the safe sound-bite, "my prayers go
out to the families." President Obama has been compassionately vocal in
his prayers and has shown a great desire to act swiftly, however it
remains to be seen if he can even get the support from his own party to
get anything done.
In the wake of the political cowardliness by most in Washington and with
many Americans still clinging to their right to own weapons that are
used on the battlefields of war and in first grade classrooms, it will
take a different approach to end this madness. It will take a different
approach from stopping 35 Americans from being killed by a gun everyday
and from stopping 48,000 Americans from being killed by a gun over the
next four years. And it will take the leadership from our generation to
make it happen. Although more gun control is needed, we also must look
at contributing factors that have created such a culture of violence. I
propose the following:
1. Re-Instate the Assault Weapons Ban of 1993 (including the banning of
high capacity magazines – over 10 rounds).
2. Pass the Fix Gun Checks Act, which would close the private-sale
loophole that allows more than 40% of gun sales to go through without a
background check.
3. End the "War on Drugs": For forty years, we have waged war against
our own people (blacks and Latinos), creating a school to prison
pipeline that has destroyed the fabric of inner-city communities.
(sidenote: end police tactics like "Stop and Frisk" that assume that our
young people are criminals before they commit any crime.)
4. Adequately fund mental health services and research.
5. Support and fund violence intervention programs in urban areas, i.e.
Bury Da Beef, Cease Fire, Man Up.
6. Pass The Youth PROMISE Act: a bill introduced by Congressman Bobby
Scott (D-VA) that would fund holistic approaches to the problems of
communities in struggle.
7. Create dialogue with entertainment leaders about the glamorization
of violence in our films, music and video games.
In 2008, our generation learned how to vote. In 2012, our generation
learned that our vote matters. And now, we must learn how to use our
vote. Just six weeks ago, we were credited for helping usher in a new
America. An America that is more generous, compassionate and tolerant.
Now, we must usher in an America that will no longer be afraid to stand
up to big corporate interests and lobbyists like the NRA. We must use
our vote to make politicians protect our generation…our little
brothers and sisters and our children.
Six year old and seven year old children are not suppose to meet in heaven. They are not suppose to witness the suffering of their parents,
grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Whether they are shot
in drive-bys in Chicago or in school shootings in Connecticut, six and
seven year old children are not suppose to die young. If this time is
really different, we will build more playgrounds in schoolyards and no
more playgrounds in the sky.
~Michael Skolnik
Michael Skolnik is the Editor-In-Chief of GlobalGrind.com and the political director to Russell Simmons. Prior to this, Michael was an award-winning filmmaker. Follow him on twitter @MichaelSkolnik


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Luis Suarez will be offered anger management counselling by the Professional Footballers' Association after it emerged this morning that he has been fined by Liverpool for biting the arm of Branislav Ivanovic.
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Great Issues Committee LectureEvent Details: 7:00 p.m., November 28, Busch Student Center, Wool Ballroom, 20 N. Grand Blvd., Rooms 170-173, Lower Level, St. Louis, MO, 63103
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The Great Issues Committee will host investigative journalist Scott Carney at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 28, in the Wool Ballroom of Busch Student Center.
Carney is a contributing editor at Wired and has written for Mother Jones, Foreign Policy, Discover, Outside and Fast Company. He has also appeared on radio and television, including NPR and National Geographic TV.
Carney has worked in some of the most dangerous and unlikely corners of the world. In 2010, he won the Payne Award for Ethics in Journalism for the story "Meet the Parents," which tracked an international kidnapping-to-adoption ring. His first book, The Red Market: On the Trail of the World's Organ Brokers, Bone Thieves, Blood Farmers and Child Traffickers, was published by William Morrow in 2011.
Carney has traveled to India while he was a student at Kenyon College in 1998, during which he learned to speak Hindi. He has spent more than half a decade in South Asia.


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Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home and Visitors Center
Tour the restored home that the Reagan family resided in from 1920-1923, and meander through the Visitor Center and Gift Shop which features books and gifts highlighting the Reagan legacy. The tour includes the four-room Presidential Timeline exhibit and the viewing of a Reagan biographical video.
This covered bridge is located 1 1/2 miles north of Princeton on Rt. 26. One of five remaining covered bridges in Illinois, this bridge was built in 1863 and is still open to traffic. It crosses Big Bureau Creek and was once part of the Peoria-Galena Trail. This beautiful landmark is a delight for artists, photograpers and nature lovers. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The 149 foot span was built at a cost of $3,148.57.
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.
John Deere has a presence around the world, but it all started right here in Grand Detour, Illinois. When you step foot on these grounds, it will feel like taking a step back in time. Hear the floorboards creak as you walk inside John Deere's home. Take in the beauty of the picturesque landscape. And feel the heat of fired steel inside the replica blacksmith shop. Whether you're a school group, a John Deere fan or a history buff, it's an experience you just can't miss.
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First Christian Church served as the Reagan family church while they lived in Dixon and helped form Ronald Reagan's Christian-based work ethic, which included a short term as a Sunday School teacher.
Northwest Territory Historic Center
The Northwest Territory Historic Center is a History Research and Learning Center housed in President Ronald Reagan's boyhood South Central School; located in his hometown of Dixon, Illinois. Beautifully restored with the dedicated support of the townspeople and Reagan colleagues, the Center is proudly affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution and houses the Veterans History Project Regional Center, auditorium, research library, historical exhibits, art gallery, surround-sound theater and museum store. A visit to the Northwest Territory Historic Center includes: The Unchanged Land-an interactive exhibit on Native American & Black Hawk War; The Changing Land-an interactive exhibit on early American Farming; Ronald Reagan's Restored Classroom; Rock River Assembly Diorama; Chautauqua Assembly Building Model; Earth from Space Poster Exhibit; President Reagan History Room, changing historical exhibits, a museum store and much more.
The Owen Lovejoy Homestead, built in 1838 was the home of the famous abolitionist minister. Part of the Underground Railroad, rooms are furnished with period furniture and visitors can peer into the hidden area above the stairs where runaway slaves hid. The 1849 Colton One-Room Schoolhouse is behind the house. Located on East Peru Street a half mile from downtown Princeton. Call for dates and times open.
Wings of Peace and Freedom Park
A Bulgarian immigrant donated the Wings of Peace and Freedom sculpture to the City of Dixon. The artwork, which includes a full-size replica of a section of the Berlin Wall, recognizes President Reagan's efforts to attain worldwide peace and freedom.
Two and a half miles of magnificent shopping! Unique specialty shops, antique malls and services. So many shops...so little time.
Atkinson Historical Society Museum
This historical society museum has diplays and entertaining stories about the people and history of Atkinson, the Hennepin Canal, Rolle Bolle and Henry County.
The Barn at Allen Acres Wedding and Reception Venue
The Barn at Allen Acres Wedding and Reception Venue sits on 3 and 1/2 acres just on the edge of town in Rock Falls IL. The property is surrounded by a cornfield and offers a serene tranquil destination for your wedding and reception. The property is less than a 5 minute drive to restaurants and hotels. The Dairy Barn was built in the 1920's and restored in 2011. It boasts a beautiful 26 foot vaulted ceiling in the upstairs haymow with some of its original architecture still intact. During the process of the restoration, reclaimed barn wood and reclaimed hardware were used whenever possible, maintaining the rustic feel of the Barn. We've added a 5 foot wide set of stairs leading to the upstairs space and a small deck with stairs, off of the back of the Barn, giving the bride a dramatic entrance down the aisle and to the alter. The upstairs haymow has a capacity of 150 people for a wedding ceremony. The downstairs area, where the dairy cows were kept, in the early years of the barn, also has a capacity for 150 people.
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Abraham Lincoln, then 47, came to Sterling to speak at a rally for presidential candidate, John C. Fremont. On July 18, 1856, a twist of fate brought Mr. Lincoln to the home of Sheriff William Manahan to spend the night. He slept on a sofa with two chairs placed at its end to accommodate his long legs. In the morning he graciously thanked his host and left Sterling and the rest is history! The home has been restored and its interior, furnishings, and facade reflect the time when Lincoln visited in the late 1850s.
This memorial commemorates Lincoln's 1832 service in the Black Hawk War, and consists of a bronze figure of Lincoln as a 23-year-old captain. The statue was dedicated in 1930 during the centennial celebration of the town of Dixon.
Hoffman's Patterns of the Past
Hoffman's Patterns of the Past (located in historic Princeton,Illinois) is home to the "Sea of China," a unique treasure trove of china and crystal patterns dating back to the 19th century; most of it new "store stock" patterns acquired directly from the manufacturer. Hoffman's has been a Princeton institution since 1944, when the J. A. Murphey family purchased the business, which had existed since the mid 1800s. Patterns of the Past also offers appraisals and has one of the largest gift shops in central Illinois, stocking over 75 of the major collectible lines, including Swarovski, Jim Shore, Fenton, Department 56, and Willow Tree by Demdaco. Store hours are 9 to 5, Monday through Saturday, with special holiday hours. Large or small groups are welcome; for best service, please call or e-mail in advance since the research process can take some time.
Built in 1876, this 19-room museum, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was the division headquarters for Illinois Central Railroad. The museum showcases local artifacts from Amboy and the surrounding area.
Unique floral designs, exquisite silk florals enhance all decors and lifestyles. Accent lamps, framed prints, decorative home accessories all beautifully displayed.
Bureau County Historical Museum
The Bureau County Historical Society Museum is located behind the Courthouse square at the intersection of beautiful Park Avenue West and Pleasant Street in Princeton, Illinois. The museum consists of two buildings that are next door to each other: the Clark-Norris Home, a handsome Prairie Square mansion built in 1900, and the Newell-Bryant House, a stately Greek Revival house dating back to 1853. The Museum is behind the Courthouse. There is free parking on Park Avenue in front of the Museum.
The town of Sterling features 10 colorful murals in its downtown area that depict the history of the community.
Princeton's Library contains an outstanding collection of Bureau County genalogical referencematerial including history books, census and cemetery records, indexed newspaper, city directories, atlases, and family histories. New location and building at 698 East Peru Street.
Step back in time in the Loveland Museum and get a glimpse of Dixon and Lee County history. See exhibits from the life of "Father" John Dixon, the Blackhawk War, Civil War and other conflicts, local industry and attractions, the Truesdell Bridge disaster and President Ronald Reagan.
This monument features a statue of a Civil War soldier.
Lee County Genealogical Society
Dedicated to promoting family history and helping people in their genealogical research, the society's archives are housed in the Family Tree Center.
The Asa Crook Home is the first frame house built in 1839 by Whiteside County's first settler. The restored home is open for tours.
Ronald Reagan Birthplace & Museum
This quaint apartment, featuring the bedroom where the President was born, restored and decorated to its original 1900's style, sits on the second floor at the site of the First National Bank which has also been restored. Next door is a gift store and museum of Reagan memorabilia.


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Water is essential for cows' survival and milk production. Knowing the specs on the drinking water you provide enables you to better meet her needs.
by Amanda Smith, Hoard's Dairyman Associate Editor
Water, according to David Beede, with the Department of Animal Science at Michigan State University, is the most essential nutrient for cows. At the 2012 Cornell Nutrition Conference, Beede shared 12 take homes to improve the quality of water on your dairy.
- Abundant, high-quality water is the most important nutrient for cows. If either water quality or quantity is a problem, then nutritionists may struggle to deliver expertise to their clients.
- Are quantity and quality bottlenecks to maximum health and performance?
Producers and their consultants can rarely answer these two questions for the initial assessment of water quality adequacy on their farms:
- How much are cattle in particular groups drinking?
- What is the quality of that water?
- Based on a large water quality study with over 3,600 samples, between 15 and 30 percent of samples exceeded the upper level for calcium, sodium and sulfate. Over 40 percent of samples exceeded desired levels of iron and manganese.
- After analyzing over 200 suspect water samples, the most common quality problems were high iron and high anion (sulfate and chloride) concentrations. These may negatively impact cow performance.
- The only way to know if water has excess iron or anion concentrations (sulfate and chloride greater than 500 parts per million) is to have samples analyzed.
- Sampling procedures can be found at: http://www.msu.edu/%7Ebeede/extension.html
- Treatments are available to remove excess nutrients from water. Chlorination with filtration, ion exchange, ozonation, reverse osmosis and oxidizing filters can be used but costs vary.
- If water quality problems exist, the challenge is to find a new water source or an effective treatment system.
- When looking at systems, be sure to tell vendors how much water will need to be treated. Approximately 50 gallons per cow per day is a reasonable estimate but may not account for all of your needs.
- When quality isn't an issue, the most common problem are inadequate numbers of watering stations, space at waterers or waterers that don't fill fast enough to allow cows to meet their needs.
- Lack of adequate water can also be linked to overstocking.
- Future dairy viability will depend on more efficient use if water is to maximize performance and health, while optimizing use to reduce your farm's water footprint.
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Visa Inc. / Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
Fourth Annual Financial Literacy & Education Summit
Monday, April 19, 2010
Remarks by Jennifer Kuperman
Head of Global Corporate Responsibility, Visa Inc.
Thank you, Charlie.
On behalf of all of my colleagues at Visa, it is my privilege to welcome you to the Fourth Annual Financial Literacy & Education Summit, convened in partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.
As always, Charlie Evans and his exemplary team here at the Chicago Fed have been great partners. Through every stage of planning and then executing today's event, they have shown why they are true leaders within the Federal Reserve System. And a special thank you to Doug Tillett and his colleagues — for all they have done to make today possible and to advance financial literacy broadly.
- We are especially grateful for the participation of some great thought leaders in the field:
- Ben Bernanke — Chairman of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors;
- Michelle Greene — Deputy Assistant Secretary for Financial Education and Financial Access at the U.S. Treasury Department;
- And, we are thrilled to have as our keynote speaker, Duncan Niederauer, CEO and Director of NYSE Euronext.
I also want to thank Jason Alderman. Jason is not only the face of financial literacy for Visa, he is the heart and sole. And, he was instrumental in making today's event happen.
Over the last four years, this gathering has emerged as one of the most important annual events for Visa. Not only because financial education represents a cornerstone of our corporate responsibility efforts, but also because it allows us the rare luxury of self–reflection and evaluation. Every year, we are able to benchmark what we have learned, where we want to go, and — most importantly — the smartest way to get there.
That financial literacy is fundamental to the efficiency of our global economy is not in dispute. To shamelessly steal a line from Michelle Greene — financial literacy has graduated from a "nice–to–have" to a "must have."
But none of us can succeed in this monumental task by working alone in our silos. We have to ask: how can we all collaborate so that our efforts complement each other and better converge for optimal impact? As we survey the financial literacy landscape, what are our individual and collective roles? What is the role of the government? The private sector? Non–profits? Educators? Where do we operate best in partnership? Are there times when our efforts may be duplicative or, worse, counterproductive? And, once we have reached consensus on the workable strategies for financial education, what are the best ways to bring them to scale? What do these solutions look like when they are ultimately implemented, say, here in Chicago? Or in Moscow? Or in Toronto? Or in Beirut?
At Visa, we are working to figure this all out. As the world's leading payments brand and as a global corporate citizen, we know we have an important role to play. And we take this responsibility very seriously. As our daily economic lives become increasingly digitized, it is incumbent on payment networks like Visa to ensure that consumers and businesses alike have the know–how to quickly — but prudently — assess the fast expanding array of financial resources at their disposal.
Over time, we have built a solid track record in financial education with considerable global breadth and depth. However, we are the first to acknowledge that we can always do more. And it is in conversation — and in partnership — with all of you — that we will be able to get smarter and more effective.
Under Michelle Greene's direction, we have an Administration that is actively engaged on the issue of financial literacy. From the Treasury Department's updated National Strategy to the newly– created Presidential Advisory Council on Financial Capability, the Obama Administration is making a real difference in this arena, and we are grateful for their leadership.
Because of this and the efforts of all of you, we at Visa remain optimistic about the outlook of the global economy. This does not mean we have a naive view of the economic crisis that has devastated so many. Quite the opposite — we've had a ringside view of the damage that has been done. But what we have learned is that if economic growth is to be sustainable, it must be inclusive. And, we see "digital currency" as the fundamental building block of a secure, efficient — and inclusive — economy.
Visa is proud to have been a formative part of the "digital currency" revolution. Over the last 50 years, we have built one of the world's most advanced processing networks, capable of more than 20,000 transactions per second, with reliability, convenience and security. While we do not set rates, fees, or extend consumer credit, we do enable banks and credit unions to offer more choices by facilitating "digital currency."
Digital currency transcends borders, breaks down walls and empowers individuals. It helps people open up bank accounts and manage their money in the most remote and underserved areas in the world. Digital currency enables a merchant in Mumbai to make a mobile transaction with a bank in London. It facilitates remittances, and it even helps economies grow. Earlier this year, Moody's Economic Research calculated that the use of digital currency by consumers alone increased national and global GDP by 0.5 percent annually, adding $1.1 trillion dollars to global GDP between 2003 and 2008. Fundamentally, we see digital currency as the currency of progress.
But, as the last few years have graphically taught us, digital currency is far from a panacea — especially if two inextricably linked — but critical — variables are overlooked, namely financial inclusion and financial education.
Half the world does not have access to basic financial services like a bank account or the ability to secure a loan at a reasonable interest rate. That means that half the world is putting their money under the mattress or is vulnerable to predatory lending schemes. Here in the United States, according to the FDIC, at least a quarter of United States households— representing 60 million adults — are unbanked or underbanked.
There have been attempts to quantify the overall opportunity cost to the global economy inherent in financial exclusion — lost income, lost revenues, and lost profits. But while we can tally up the effect, it is just as important to understand the cause of the problem. Why are people financially excluded? What are their barriers to entry?
Over the last decade, accelerated academic and applied research has enabled us to better understand the many barriers to inclusion — from gender, to age, to education and from income, to geography, to language. Over time, a recurring theme has begun to emerge. No matter where you're from or what you do, you are more likely to be financially included if you are financially literate. Conversely, the less financially literate you are, the more likely it is that you are financially excluded. Hence, financial literacy itself can be seen as both a cause and an effect.
Which is what brings us all here today, and we are grateful for this discussion.
For over a decade, financial literacy has been a vital part of what we do at Visa. Helping adults, parents, teachers and students master the fundamentals of personal finance is a part of our DNA. And — we have ambitious goals. Last September, Visa announced at the Clinton Global Initiative annual meeting that we would build on our initial commitment in 2008 and redouble our efforts to reach 20 million people with financial literacy worldwide by May 1, 2013. Today, I am pleased to announce that we are significantly exceeding our progress toward this goal and have already reached 10 million people with Visa's financial literacy program.
A major component of our program is Financial Football — or Financial Soccer, as we call it here in the U.S. With FIFA World Cup fever building, we thought this was the perfect time to use Visa's sponsorship of the world's most popular sport to harness the passion for soccer and turn it toward financial literacy.
So far, Visa has translated the Financial Soccer educational video game in 10 different languages and disseminated it widely — at no cost — in many countries. Next week, we will rollout a localized version of Financial Soccer in our 30th country — Honduras. And we have a special visitor joining us today: Roger Espinoza, a soccer superstar in Honduras and the United States, where he plays for the Kansas City Wizards. Roger and the Honduran national team are heading to South Africa to compete in the World Cup, and we're privileged to have him here today to update us on an exciting milestone.
Roger's remarks: "Thank you, Jennifer. I am very pleased to be here today for such an important event. This is truly an impressive gathering. I have the honor to announce that Financial Soccer has reached the milestone of being used 1 million times since it was launched just seven months ago. Congratulations to Visa for not only creating a useful tool like Financial Soccer, but for making it accessible to people all over the world. And a special thanks for bringing it to Honduras, where I know firsthand just how much people need valuable information like this."
Thank you Roger.
Following the Summit today, Roger and Chicago Fire star Brian McBride will join Visa at Clemente Community Academy in Chicago to announce that Visa will be working with the Illinois Treasurer's office to donate copies of Financial Soccer to every public high school in the state.
To date, we have worked with 25 state governments, including Illinois, to distribute our free financial literacy materials statewide. States have found that our popular financial literacy resources allow them to provide their schools with high–quality financial education assets — all at no cost — which is the right price for most state governments these days.
We also devote much of our focus to innovation, because we all know one of the biggest challenges is making personal finance relevant, accessible and engaging. So from Tweeting about today's summit, to developing Facebook widgets, to our YouTube videos developed by the Kahn Academy, to iPad games, Visa is constantly developing new ways to bring this important information to consumers.
We are taking an extra step today. We will also be donating free budgeting journals to every public high school student in the City of Chicago — all 115,000 of them. These simple, but effective journals will help Chicago's teenagers track their spending and earnings and help them formulate a personal budget, in many cases for the very first time.
The work that goes on in the classroom is so vital, and I want to recognize one of the people most responsible for helping Visa succeed in reaching and resonating with teachers: Chauncey Veatch. Chauncey is with us today from Mecca, California, where he teaches in the local public schools, educating first–generation immigrant children. Among the many roles Chauncey plays — mentor, teacher, father figure and peacemaker — he also finds time to bring in the crucial life lessons of personal finance to his students so that they can be happy and successful contributors in their communities. Chauncey also finds time to help advise Visa on our financial literacy programs to keep them fresh and relevant in the classroom.
Chauncey helps us remember that financial literacy is not an abstract concept confined to academic white papers. It is about real people and making their lives better.
Please join me in recognizing Chauncey and all of the teachers who are bringing personal finance into their classrooms.
We are very proud of what Visa has been able to accomplish in the area of financial literacy. With the help of Chauncey and many of you, we have shown that the right program, delivered at the right time, to the right audience, can make a real difference in peoples' lives.
Now, it is my distinct pleasure to introduce to you our esteemed keynote speaker. Duncan Niederauer is CEO and Director of NYSE Euronext and, as you can imagine, his experience is incredibly impressive. He joined the exchange in April 2007. Before that, he had a 22–year career at Goldman Sachs, which culminated in his serving as the Director and Co–Head of the Equities Division Execution Services. He has served on the board of Colgate University and his current memberships include the G100, the Economic Club of New York, the Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy and the Shanghai International Financial Advisory Committee.
While his resume speaks for itself, at Visa, we are most grateful to him and his colleagues for teaming up with us on financial education. Last September, we worked with NYSE Euronext to launch our Financial Soccer game. My colleagues and I will also be joining Duncan next Tuesday in New York to ring the opening bell of the New York Stock Exchange to highlight the importance of financial literacy. Duncan has emerged as a real leader in financial education, and we are so honored to have him with us today.
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the Act states that the available concession has been increased. It currently provides up to 350% of the employees gross annual wage while on learnership, or R 100 000, whichever is the lesser in the form of a tax concession for the employer.
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On Saturday at 8:00 AM shoppers may stuff bags, which will be provided, with anything but furniture and estate items for only two dollars a bag.
If you wish to donate items for the rummage sale contact Marguerite Smith at 435-867-5487 or Linda Stetzenbach at 702 497-4865. Furniture, electronics that are working, clean clothing for all ages, footwear, housewares, small appliances and more are welcome donations. Receipts will be provided upon request.
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Benteke sees future at Villa
The agent of Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke claims his client has no intention of pushing for a summer switch.
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With the Belgium international having taken the Premier League by storm during his debut season in England, it has been speculated that his stay at Villa Park could last just 12 months.
Villa are scrapping to preserve their top-flight status and a number of their rivals are said to be keeping a close eye on Benteke and his possible availability.
The 22-year-old is, however, happy with his current employers and his representative sees no reason why they should be exploring other options.
Eris Kismet said in the Sunday Mirror: "I keep hearing that Christian dreams of playing for different clubs.
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"It is always impossible to predict the future, but at the moment I am 99 per cent certain Christian will start next season with Aston Villa in the Premier League.
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Bill York, Farm Loan Chief for USDA's Farm Service Agency in Utah announced that FSA will immediately use $145 million of the $173 million provided in the Recovery Act for its Direct Operating Farm Loan Program, which will give 2,042 farmers-almost 50 percent are beginning farmers and 10 percent are socially disadvantaged producers-direct loans from the agency. In Utah this allowed 57 approved direct operating loans totaling $4,107,270 million be issued.
"These loans will be used to purchase items such as farm equipment, feed, seed, fuel and other operating expenses and will stimulate rural economies by providing American farmers funds to operate," said York.
All remaining funding will be allocated through approved loans until all available funds have been expended. Applications are considered on a first come, first served basis with special emphasis placed on beginning and socially disadvantaged applicants. The maximum loan amount is $300,000.
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Like a lot of you out there, I grew up watching Mike Duffy on television. Â I thought he was a fair interviewer that held both sides accountable. Â When he became a senator, he became increasingly partisan which I thought was an odd direction for him to go with but if that is what he thought, that is what he thought.
When the scandal hit over his residency, I was a little shocked by it because I see what he is doing and what Patrick Brazeau being two different things. Â Let's look at what Duffy did.
He was named to the Senate from P.E.I. despite living in Ottawa for most of his life. Â He went out and bought and renovated a small P.E.I. cabin in Cavendish, P.E.I. to establish his residency in. Â Critics say that he spends most of his time in Ottawa and he shouldn't get a housing allowance and yet he is expected to keep a second residence in PEI. Â This is different from other senators in which way? Â The truth is that he spends most of this time in Ottawa as a senator. Â They meet for about 88 working days a year. Â When you include in holidays and weekends is about 6 months of the year which means that he does need two residences. Â Duffy's mistake is that he used his housing allowance to pay for his PEI home and not his Ottawa residence. Â So if he had sold his home and bought a condo in Ottawa, everything would have been okay? Â Let's use some common sense on this.
As for why his neighbours haven't seen a lot of him lately, the senate is in session and therefore he would be living in Ottawa. Â They had some neighbours complaining that they never see the Duffy's. Â First of all there are people who own cabins at Arlington Beach that I have never seen and Cavendish is a lot bigger than Arlington. Â It also could be that the Duffy's enjoy their privacy. Â Even more scandalous is that they even spend some of their social time in both Ottawa and Cavendish.
As for the health card, I love my cabin at Arlington Beach but if I was sick, I want to be at home. Â For me that is Saskatoon and for Duffy, that appears to be Ottawa. Â While it looked back when he wanted an expedited card, I don't have a problem with him having an Ontario health card. Â If he is going to spending most of his time in Ottawa, it makes sense to me.
There are no Senate rules for residency in your home province and until there are, we should back off Senator's like Mike Duffy. Â He's a part of a weird undefined system. Â I don't see fraud or even a scam. Â If anything it seems that Duffy never realized that once he turned partisan, the attacks would follow. Â As we have seen now, they have. Â The difference for Duffy is that he is on the receiving end of them.


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Allerton Park & Retreat Center
Allerton Park was the private estate of Robert Henry Allerton, who donated it to the University of Illinois in 1946. It features 1,500 acres of woodlands, formal gardens and more than 100 sculptures. The park is open to the public for hiking, picnicking, cross-country skiing and leisurely garden strolls.
This zoo overlooking Lake Decatur is home to animals from around the world, the Z.O.&O. Express train, the Endangered Species Carousel and the Zootique Gift Shop. Family events and activities are offered regularly.
Kids can shimmy up Luckey's Climber, make a giant bubble and pretend to be whatever they can imagine, from a pilot to a scientist. The museum's permanent exhibits complement temporary exhibits and projects.
The state's largest artificial body of water, Lake Decatur spans 2,800 acres, with 30 miles of shoreline offering recreational opportunities and wildlife vistas at lakeside parks and the city marina. Water sports include boating, fishing, sailing and jet skiing. While shoreline locations surrounding Nelson Park Marina offer miniature golf, dining, public gardens and picnic facilities.
Firehouse Flea Market & Antiques
We have a wide variety of items including glassware, pyrex, VCR tapes, DVD's, CD's, lamps, Fenton glass, jewelry, vintage clothing, books, small furniture & knick-knacks. We have something for everyone!
Since its inception in 2002, Prairie Fire Glass has delighted visitors with the mesmerizing art of traditional glassblowing. Featuring a gallery in the front of the store and a working studio in the back, you can peruse original art glass creations while enjoying live glassblowing demonstrations.
Ultimate Play Space - Spray & Play Park
This 13-acre park allows kids to exercise their mind and body! Water park runs Memorial Day to Labor Day, weather permitting.
Scovill House & Oriental Gardens
Serenity envelopes this intimate area, where visitors are welcomed by a Chinese Fu dog and flowering dogwoods, star magnolia, Japanese lilac, and rhododendron -- foliage native to the Orient. Originally commissioned by Guy and Rose Scovill in the 1920's and reconstructed in the 1980's, the gardens' soothing nature encompasses a small reflective point, sod bridge, and oriental sculptures, and surrounds a small cottage, which is available for gatherings and retreats.
In operation since 1850, the farm features a blacksmith shop and Clydesdale horses. Chuck wagon cookouts are available.
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.
View various pieces of steam and electric railroad equipment. Offers vintage train rides on Sat. and Sun. May through Oct., as well as a number of special events throughout the year.
Imagine Abraham Lincoln, the 6'4" lawyer, ducking to avoid bumping his head on the entrance of Macon Country's first courthouse built in 1829, which was the only log courthouse where Lincoln practiced law. This and other period buildings, located in the Macon County History Museum, allow visitors to travel back to different historical periods of the county. The prairie village on the museum grounds is home to such historical buildings as the log court house where Abraham Lincoln practiced in the 1830s.
A collection of Chevrolet automobiles combing various race cars, Indy 50 Pace Cars, and original unrestored vehicles, including Chevrolet memorabilia.
Anna Bethel Fisher Rock Garden
Created in 1927 from an old sand pit across the road from Lake Decatur, the city's oldest garden was extensively renovated in 1992. Its resurrected look features secluded paths leading through rocky terraces planted with unusual trees, and landscapes brimming with colorful perennials. Towering bald Cypress trees, planted in the 1920s, still reign over these delightful grounds.
Nightlife bar with welcoming atmosphere for all and good quality food for lunch and dinner - try us!
The Beach House Restaurant offers wonderful American cuisine in an elegant setting. Dine inside or outside and take in an amazing view of Lake Decatur.
The Younker House Bed & Breakfast
3 rooms, smoke-free facility and free breakfast.
Spanning six rolling acres on bluffs overlooking the Sangamon River Walk, Mari-Mann Herb Farm is a potpourri of herb beds, wildflower fields and formal gardens.
No trip to Scovill Zoo would be complete without a visit to Project Playground II, a community-built, ADA-accessible playground in Scovill Park. This exciting play place includes a rock wall with fossils, hands-on music station, lots of slides, and a smooth rubber surface so kids of all ability levels can swing, slide, climb and play.
"The Popcorn Shop" was opened in 1934 by John Baldwin. In 1945, Mr. Baldwin leased his business to Del and Emily Barnett. A year later the Barnett's purchased The Popcorn Shop and changed the name to "Del's Popcorn Shop". Lou Ann Jacobs purchased the Decatur business in 1978 and has added her own flare and expertise to the business taking it way beyond what anyone could have imagined. Del's always has a large variety of tempting treats, most of which can be found and ordered right here online. A package from Del's Popcorn Shop is always sure to put a smile on every face.
Bursting with seasonal exhibits, our brightest newcomer nurtures flowering trees and scrubs such as weeping Japanese cherry, mock orange, forsythia, fragrant bulbs, and delightfully colored pansies. A perennial garden joins the array this summer, and the spring exhibit opens mid-March.
Gifts, decorative accessories, jewelry, candy - life's simple pleasures
This family-run dairy is located on the edge of Logan County. Call to set up an appointment to visit.
Rock Springs Center for Environmental Discovery
Rock Springs Center is the largest park in the Macon County Conservation District properties with a total of 1,343 acres in the southwest area of Decatur, IL. The Sangamon River runs through Rock Springs and several small ponds dot the landscape. A wide range of terrain including forest, wetland, grassland, and restored Illinois prairie make Rock Springs a destination for nature lovers. Rock Springs is also home to a large nature center, a museum, a restored farmhouse, nearly nine miles of hiking trails, and a paved bike trail. Rock Springs is a favorite for families all year round. Rooms and pavilions are available for rent for meetings and events.
Built in 1874, this Italianate mansion was the home of Richard J. Oglesby, a U.S. senator and three-time governor of Illinois. Oglesby was also a Union general in the Civil War and a close friend of Abraham Lincoln.
Never Forgotten Thymes Antiques
A wide variety of treasures for you - antiques, collectibles, jewelry, and furniture are just some of the fun items awaiting your inspection!
Located on Mueller Company grounds, where the accomplishments of inventor Hieronymus Mueller, Decatur's "Unsung genius" and holder of over 500 patents, are celebrated. Among the expanded facility's treasures: The seventh of only eight cars manufactured by Mueller.
25 tons of granite memorialize 1300 veterans from at least twenty-seven states with the message, "Freedom is not Free." Fifty Flags of Freedom fly the following holidays: Memorial Day, Flag Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Patriots Day, Veterans Day, and Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.
African American Civil War Soldiers Monument
This unique artwork is one of only a handful of sculptured tributes to the African American Civil War soldier in the entire United States. Commissioned by the City of Decatur, the work was designed and created by renowned artist, Preston Jackson. Jackson created several concepts for the statue and allowed the citizens of Decatur to vote to select the final design.
Featuring Watercolors of Larry Ziemer, plus other artists
This restored 105-year-old home is located in the heart of Decatur's historic district. It is decorated with Victorian and traditional furnishings. A full 3-course breakfast is served daily.
This beautiful 10,000-sqare-foot building has been restored to its twentieth-century rail depot grandeur, and now houses antique dealers selling their treasures.
We specialize in Americana, limited edition prints, custom framing, primitive antiques, gifts and decor. We are located in a 1906 vintage church.
Lincoln Trail Homestead State Memorial
This is the site of Abraham Lincoln's first Illinois home. Bisected by the Sangamon River, the site also features picnicking and hiking.
CITY:Mount Zion
Tour this farm, which is a commercial embryo transfer station that uses donor cows.
Shelbyville State Fish and Wildlife Area
A 6,400-acre wildlife area on the north end of Lake Shelbyville. Hunting for waterfowl, forest and upland game is popular. Boat access is provided to accommodate anglers and hunters.
Sports Zone Bar/ Decatur Conference Center & Hotel
The Sports Zone Bar and Grill is ideal for cocktails and dinner in a cheerful and relaxing atmosphere, whether it's to watch the big game, or just to hang out with friends. Click here to find out what's happening at the sports zone this month. Wednesdays are comedy night, $5 cover.
Best Western Monticello Gateway Inn
44 guest rooms. Inside entrances, elevator. There are some extended stay rooms with kitchenettes. Conference facilities including banquet room (350), meeting space/conference room, olympic size indoor pool and extensive outdoor deck area that is available for private events.
Tennis anyone? Multiple courts for recreational or tournament use - come join in the fun!
A.L. Van Den Bergen Statue " Abraham Lincoln"
This bronze statue was originally dedicated in 1931 to commemorate Lincoln's "Fool the People" speech.
General antiques, collectibles, lighting, restoration and repair. Call for appointment.
The Decatur Civic Center hosts trade shows, concerts, expos and more.
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.
15,000 square feet with over 100 dealers. Quality antiques, furniture, primitives, glass, china, coins, quilts, trunks, toys, books, granite ware, crocks, crystal, and more. Everything on ground level, no stairs. Open seven days, layaway, gift wrapping, spring shows. Open house in June. Fall festival in September and a Christmas show in November.
Anne Lloyd Gallery - Madden Arts Center
The warm, welcoming and slightly funky Madden Arts Center is a richly renovated hub where the Decatur Area Arts Council makes its home. The building houses galleries, classrooms, an art shop, photo lab and rehearsal spaces. The Anne Lloyd Gallery showcases local exhibits as well as extraordinary traveling collections. The gallery spotlights an International Arts Experience exhibition over an 8-week period each summer. Participating in the downtown Decatur "art walks" the gallery holds a "First Friday" reception on the first Friday evening of each month, showcasing a different artist or artistic medium each time.
Promoting Timeless Excellence in Film, The Avon Theatre, featuring the best of independent, world and documentary films, foreign and Hollywood classics, and educational programming that will enhance the cultural richness of the downtown Stamford community. Once again, discerning film goers can ask: "What's on at the Avon?"
The Lincoln Square Theatre was built in 1915, designed principally to present touring theatrical and vaudeville productions. The original structure featured seating for 1,355 patrons.
Pick up fresh asparagus at this roadside spot from mid-April through the end of May.
Services include boat rentals, beverages, bait, propane tank exchange, slip rentals and an on-site boat service department.
In addition to 39 neighborhood and community parks, our green spaces boast bike trails, picnic and camping facilities, gardens, golf courses, playgrounds, tennis courts, baseball diamonds, and swimming pools.
Once the original reading room of Millikin University's Gorin Library, Birks Museum maintains a montage of memories: Among them, a Belleek mirror made for Queen Victoria; a life mask of Abraham Lincoln circa 1864; and 700 paperweights.
Located in downtown Mount Pulaski, this mural depicts a young Abraham Lincoln in front of the historic Mount Pulaski House.
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A friendly little store with a lot of new stuff on the east side of the square.
You are invited to shop the ever-changing collection of traditional crafts, folk art, candles, furniture, home accents, decorative accessories, and much more. Displayed in room design design settings. Country Junction treats you to an enjoyable shopping experience.
Small motel with nearby restaurants. 16 quality clean & comfortable reasonably-priced new rooms.
32 bowling lanes, automatic scoring, free parking, lounge and food.
Macon County Conservation District
Our green spaces boast bike and walking trails, picnic and camping facilities, and gardens.
This market sells fresh local produce.
Art "takes off" in the Lobby Gallery at the main terminal of the Decatur Airport. Exhibits range from watercolors and acrylics to oils, pastels, and fiber art.
The "Art of Entrepreneurship" program (of which the Blue Connection Gallery is an integral part) has been developed to unite the strengths of two of Millikin's Professional Schools: the Tabor School of Business and the College of Fine Arts. This novel combination of two programs enables business students to gain insight into the creative aspects of entrepreneurship while art students of Millikin's College of Fine Arts learn the importance of marketing their own artwork. You will find all types of art displayed at The Blue Connection. Be sure to stop in and browse -- who knows... a promising student's work purchased today could turn out to be a valuable masterpiece tomorrow! The gallery participates in the "First Friday" art walks by hosting receptions that trademark the arts community in Decatur's quaint and historic downtown.
Step into a restored 1860's farmhouse and experience an era when apple butter and ham and beans cooked over open fires; candles were hand-dipped and quilts were hand stitched; dulcimer music filled the air; and fields were worked by man and beast. Located on the 1,350-acre Rock Springs Nature Center site, the Homestead offers living history programs throughout summer.
Built in 1899, the restored depot is the departure point for a weekend afternoon train ride to the Monticello Railway Museum. It also serves as a visitor center for Monticello and Piatt County.
Prairie Hill Blueberry Farm began almost 20 years ago when a local couple made a commitment to do the nearly impossible: grow blueberries in Illinois corn country where the alcaline soils were anything but blueberry friendly. Pickers often ask where to find the sweetest fruit. Our answer is always the same, "Eat your way through the berry patch until you find the flavor you like best. And besides, if you eat a pound for every pound you pick, it's like getting the berries for half-price!"
Mouth watering entrees hand-made from scratch bursting with flavor. Relaxed casual atmosphere complete with bar. Choose from American, Asian fusion, barbeque, burgers, Mexican, pizza, sandwiches, seafood, Southern and Tex-Mex selections!
This roadside spot sells in-season fruits and vegetables.
Home to a large visitor center, a museum, a restored farmhouse, nearly nine miles of hiking trails, and a paved bike trail.
Quality antiques and collectibles at realistic prices: furniture, primitives, advertising, pottery, vintage toys, tools, jewelry, books, glassware and more.
Bryant Cottage was built in 1856 by Francis E. Bryant (1818-1889), a friend and political ally of Senator Stephen A. Douglas. According to Bryant family tradition, on the evening of July 29, 1858, Douglas and Abraham Lincoln conferred in the parlor of this house to plan the famous Lincoln-Douglas Debates. The picturesque one-story, four-room wood frame cottage has been "restored" and is interpreted as an example of a middle-class life in mid-nineteenth-century Illinois. The furniture on display is of the Renaissance Revival style, appropriate for a small-town family of the mid-nineteenth century. The cottage is accessible to persons with disabilities. The site hosts portions of a variety of locally sponsored events throughout the year.
24 rooms, restaurant nearby, non-smoking rooms, free movie channel.
Local theatre presentations at their best, with local talent providing high quality entertaining plays throughout the year for your enjoyment.
Albert Taylor Theatre at Millikin University
The Albert Taylor Theatre is located in the historic Shilling Hall. The 275-seat auditorium was built as Millikin University opened in 1902. Renovations to the theatre were completed in 2006 and include Handicapped Accessible and Wheel Chair Accessible seating. Annual productions by the Millikin University Department of Theatre & Dance, School of Music, and Opera Program are all held in this theatre. Lectures, classes, and rehearsals are also held in the facility.
Spring Street Antiques is located in the town square of Mt. Pulaski. Offering the customers an interesting place to shop and a fun-filled time for any person interested in antiques, Spring Street should be your next stop.
CITY:Mount Pulaski
Located in downtown Decatur on Main Street, you'll find the venue for Gallery 510's local artist cooperative. Discover original creations by local artisans including pottery, paintings, textiles, fiber art and metal sculptures. There is a free public reception the first Friday of each month featuring a local artist.
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
This restaurant serves down-home country cooking right in the heart of Monticello! With a diverse menu there truly is something for everyone. Enjoy a hearty breakfast, rich lunch or simple dinner. At Red Wheel, your wish is their command!
40 lanes, automatic scoring, ABC approved fluorescent lighting, seating for 200, free parking, restaurant and lounge.
Party supplies and gifts.
Located in the residence of local artist Frannie Thompson, this shop features all types of handmade creations. Her fine assortment of fused glass and beads, paintings, jewelry, sewing and purses awaits you.
22 rooms, restaurant nearby, free movie channel, pets allowed.
Built in 1865, Union School served rural Logan County for over 80 years. More than a museum, Union School is a hands-on learning center. Local history is displayed in old photographs and memorabilia. A year-round interpreter is available to enhance the visitor experience.
The Welcome Hotel & Suites in Decatur, Illinois is located just minutes from downtown, and just 9 miles from Lake Decatur, Scovill Zoo and the Children's Museum of Illinois. With its close proximity to Millikin University, Spitler Woods State Park, Macon Speedway and Rotary Park, this hotel offers guests a convenient place to stay at an affordable price. It is located just 15 minutes from the Decatur, Illinois Airport. The hotel offers guests a complimentary hot breakfast buffet each morning, free wireless Internet, indoor pool and hot tub, fitness room, business center, and meeting space for small to medium sized groups. A welcome reception is hosted every M-Th from 5-7 PM.
14 tables, ample parking, arcades, dart games, restaurant, lounge, pro shop.
Cross Country Skiing at Rock Spring Center
Trails open whenever there is at least three inches of snow on the ground. Equipment rental available from 9am-2pm.
The Hickory Point Mall offers shopping at many great stores including Bergner's, Kohl's, Von Maur and The Limited. Enjoy dining in the food court and at popular adjacent restaurants such as Applebee's, Red Lobster and Texas Roadhouse plus catch a movie at the Hickory Point 12.
Mount Pulaski Heritage Wayside
This wayside interprets the career connection between Logan County and Abraham Lincoln.
CITY:Mount Pulaski
A full-scale, live performance theater, with art galleries, on the campus of Millikin University.
Coffees, scones, breakfasts, imported teas, homemade pastries.
This 87,000-square-foot indoor sports center features a fitness center, four-lane competition grade track, indoor soccer field, five basketball/volleyball courts, two dance studios, two golf simulators, chipping and putting greens, and a climbing wall.
This shop offers a variety of unique antiques,art, and decorative material with home and office design consultation available. Also offered is furniture restoring and refinishing service. Stop by or call for an appointment.
CITY:Mount Pulaski
A tradition in Clinton since 1918, it remains today as a symbol of the way things used to be -- tin ceiling and walls, wood floor, quality service.
A custom stain glass studio.
Surrounded by restaurants, shopping and theaters, the Hampton Inn Decatur/Forsyth is a central Illinois hotel 8 miles away from Millikin University and within five miles of major corporations. Start your day with Hampton's free hot breakfast or if you have some place to be, grab one of our Hampton On the Run® Breakfast Bags, available Monday to Friday. Also enjoy free WiFi, on site fitness center, and indoor pool.


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This team already has a ton of holes, then add that many players currently on this roster will be gone from it this off-season, means a long dry spell is ahead.
Steelers 2015 Draft???....Go Freak! As in....
1-Bernardrick McKinney MLB Mississippi State 6 ft 5 250 4.5 40 yard dash
I have some faith that a few young players will step up and play better. I just don't think it will take as long as you keep saying Dub.
We need to draft Taylor Lewan.
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Ziggy Hood
Ryan Clark
Jericho Cotchery
Felix Jones
Guy Whimper
Jason Worlids
I only want Felix Jone back out of that bunch. If Keisel goes...I can't see Hood being let go.
There will be some hard core restructuring of contracts...indeed.
Round 1, Pick 25 (25): Artie Burns, CB; Miami
Round 2, Pick 27 (58 ): Sean Davis, S; Maryland
Round 3, Pick 26 (89): Javon Hargrave, DT; South Carolina State
Round 4, Pick 25 (123): Jerald Hawkins, OT; LSU
Round 6, Pick 45 (220) (Compensatory Selection): Travis Feeney, OLB; Washington
Round 7, Pick 8 (229) (From Giants): DeMarcus Ayers, WR; Houston
Round 7, Pick 25 (246): Tyler Matakevich, OLB; Temple
Second thing: Hood should go whether Keisel goes or not. Otherwise, Tomlin's talk right now is just that--talk.
Steelers Draft 2015
Rd 1: Devante Parker - WR/ Kevin Johnson - CB
Rd 2: Danielle Hunter -OLB
Rd 3: Steven Nelson - CB
Rd 4: Derron Smith - S
Rd 5: Henry Anderson - DE
Rd 6: Wes Saxton - TE
Rd 7: Deon Simon - DT
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- Rasul Douglas-CB, West Virginia
- Chris Godwin-WR, Penn State
- John Johnson-S, Boston College
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Jason Gregor
April 03 2013 02:53PM
While the Flames shipped out Jarome Iginla and Jay Bouwmeester and replaced them with prospects that Barry Fraser wouldn't draft, the Oilers skate into the Saddledome ready to show Flames fans what six years of sucking can do for you.
The Flames haven't won a playoff series since 2004, the Oilers have won three since then, and in 24 days the Phlegms will be out of the playoffs for the 4th straight year. Make no mistake the last seven years have been brutal for Oilers fans, but at least they have something to show for their loyalty. The Oilers seven-year drought produced Taylor Hall, Jordan Eberle, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Nail Yakupov, Magnus Paajarvi and Sam Gagner.
The Flames' plunge into suckville has garnered them first rounders like: Mikael Backlund (softer than oleo), Greg Nemisz (4th liner in AHL), Tim Erixon (oops, he wouldn't sign in your dump of a city), _______ (didn't have 1st or 2nd round pick when missing 2010 playoffs), Sven Baertschi (solid potential 2nd liner) and Mark Jankowski (say it slowly, Stanstead College in Quebec).
Rob Schremp and Marc Pouliot had a brighter future.
Most Oilers fans won't poke that much fun at Calgary, okay one might in a few paragraphs, mainly because Edmontonians doesn't possess the inferiority complex that exists in Calgary. Oiler fans won't need to say, "At least we finished higher in the standings than you," which was the rallying cry in Calgary the last three years.
Think about that for a second.
Your team never made the playoffs, in fact they "Choked" every year in the final ten games. For the past three years, the Flames were close to the playoffs with ten games to go, and in those combined 30 games, you won a paltry 12. You averaged 4 wins in the final 10 games of the season in your annual push-to-the-playoffs-only-to-fail-and-not-get-a-top-ten-pick.
The only thing more inept than Steve Tambellini's summer free agent signings, is the Flames management in February and March and the Flames play on the ice in March and April.
Which leads us to tonight...
The Oilers and their fans head into this game knowing they will win, which is exactly how the Flames and their fans have felt the last three years. It won't be much of a battle, considering the Flames most effective forward these days is Brian McGrattan.
The Flames got a better return for Joe Piskula than they have for Jarome Iginla and Jay Bouwmeester. At least McGrattan is on your team and contributing. Top-notch GMing by Feaster and company.
- Hall/Nugent-Hopkins/Eberle
- Paajarvi/Gagner/Hemsky
- Jones/Horcoff/Yakupov
- Brown/Smyth/Petrell
- Smid/Petry
- N.Schultz/J.Schultz
- Whitney/Potter
- Dubnyk
The Flames will counter with a lineup that would battle stage an epic battle with the 2010 Oilers:
GAME DAY PREDICTION: Oilers win their 5th straight with an easy 4-2 win. The Oilers top line has combined for 19 points in the last four games and they will register six tonight.
OBVIOUS GAME DAY PREDICTION: Many in Calgary will claim, "Awesome deal, getting something (5th rounder) for Blake Comeau." Get used to saying this Flames fans, as you enter into the phase where you think every draft pick will pan out eventually.
NOT-SO-OBVIOUS GAME DAY PREDICTION: After he admitted Monday night that he hadn't been, "intellectually honest about his team," Jay Feaster announces during the 2nd period intermission that the Flames will indeed be a playoff contender next year. "Mikka Kiprusoff begged me not to trade him today. He's committed to winning and we will sign him to an extension in the summer.
"Also, now that Jarome Iginla, who secretly always preferred his hometown over Calgary, is gone our core guys will flourish. Want to wager on where we finish relative to Edmonton next year? I'll tell you very honestly. I'm getting a little sour. How many teams . . . every year, for the last 10 years, five years, eight years, have finished in the bottom five, bottom seven, bottom 10? They've had a pick anywhere from No. 1 to No. 10 year after year after year after year, and they still wander in the desert. And they're no closer to getting out than they were 10 years ago. We are still positioned better than the Oilers," screams Feaster.
Good times...
***UPDATE...Turns out the NSOGDB wasn't that far off... An actual quote from Jay Feaster today..."Murray Edwards (Flames majority owner) told me last evening that he expects us to be in the playoffs next year." You can't make this up. Wow, Edwards is delusional if he believes that.
Jeanshorts runs the Oilersnation twitter and when he heard I was writing this GDB he begged me to let him write a quite blurb on behalf of all Oilers fans... so here goes...
Oh, Calgary...
Where do we even begin?
You're like the Springfield Tire Yard of the NHL; You're ugly, can be smelled in 46 states (and 10 provinces) and you're nothing but a humungous pile of burning rubble at this point.
If this is what Jay Fester considers "retooling" then dear god DO NOT let him near your car. It'd be like Pimp My Ride if instead of putting TV's and a new engine in they blew the car up and told you to "never speak of this again!"
Although, it's not like we should really be surprised that Feaster buttfumbled BOTH the Iginla and Bouwmeester trades. We've all seen Spaceballs; it's only a matter of time until he accidentally locks himself in a limousine and eats himself to death.
But hey, it's not all no-name prospects and crying into your cousins breasts in Cowtown. I mean, at least your leading goal scorer isn't former Oiler 4th liner Curtis Glencross.
And it's not like you're relying on a guy who hasn't played an NHL game in 4 years and only has 11 career wins to be your number one goalie next season.
Or that your hot-shot first round pick flamed out (PUN INTENDED) with only one assist in his 10-game stint.
Or that you traded away two of your marquee players and somehow wound up with an even worse prospect pool than you started with, which was already one of the worst in the league.
Actually, basically all that's left is for Murray Edwards to sign Feaster to a five year extension and you'll be set!
You know what, this is typical Calgary. First you steal all our business headquarters and now you have the audacity to steal the title of "Most Comically Inept Run Team In The National Hockey League"? THIS IS WHY WE CAN'T HAVE NICE THINGS!
Unfortunately Calgary looks like they'll be rewarded for this absolute atrocity of a season with a top-three pick. The good thing is that with their recent draft history the nation of Bosnia will be able to celebrate their country's first ever draft pick as the Flames select their top high school player Ahmed Mujo (56GP-0G-0A).
We fully believe in Karma and things coming full circle. Flames fans, and management, have been ripping the Oilers futility hard for the last 4 years. I hope you brought a flashlight, sleeping bag and foamy Calgary, because the basement is dark, damp and it smells like Jerry Sandusky's rec room. Payback's a bitch and this one's going to hurt. A lot.
Tell your hot cousin I said what's up.
"They're ALL my hot cousin!" - Guy from Calgary
Love, Oilersnation
I don't mean to pile on, but I have been waiting a long time, a very long time, for a game like this against Calgary.
April 03 2013, 11:04PM
Well this has been a long time coming. Enjoy it Oilers fans. You've taken it in the teeth for years. Now it's our turn.
April 03 2013, 03:31PM
The 2013 Flames are the 2007 Oilers.
They dont even know how bad it will get. Heck, Murray Edwards said he expects the Flames to be in the Playoffs next year.
Jabba the Fister wandering in the desert. Looks good on him.
Well at least the flamers showed up and got dressed.... Easy points, thanks for helping us make sure your st.louis pick is next year you queers
Be better than this.
April 03 2013, 07:57PM
Here is my Open Letter to Flames Fans
April 03 2013, 10:59PM
Pffft, Tyler Seguin.
Keep planning that parade.
We know the route. Starts at the Legislature, down Jasper Ave to Churchill Square. Still remember.
April 03 2013, 04:26PM
@Travis Dakin
I'm still waiting for the Oilers to barely miss the playoffs and win the Lotto with a 0.002% chance.
On his way to shake Daly's hand he gives Feaster the old Finger Shoot Eye Wink and smiles like the dumb bastard he is for the next 45 minutes while TSN is asking him "What is it like to draft 1st Overall for the 4th year in a row?"
Answer? "Better this year because I didnt have to trade my best forward and defenseman *turns to Jay and Winks again* to do it."
April 03 2013, 11:58PM
Jason, thin-skinned maybe a bit, however thin-haired you got that one covered or I guess not covered in this case. Never have I seen as many posts on this sight - all the 'Oil' fan as they proudly call themselves have jumped out of their half tons and onto the old bandwagon once more. I'll give you greasy mullet heads this, you do stand behind your team!! The beauty of the new 'parody rules' NHL is that there is no long rebuild unless you are the Oiler or the Islanders. Didn't we think that the Habs, Blue Jackets and Ducks were going to be bottom feeders this year. What about Phoenix, NJ and St. Louis the previous year? Don't make idiotic statements like the Flames or any other franchise except the Oil are going to suck for 9 straight years. It ain't gonna happen so sorry to break it to you inbreds. Enjoy the rest of the season 'OIL FANS'!!!!
What "parody rule" are you talking about? The Flames doing a parody of an NHL hockey team?
You are an embarrassment to Flames fans.
I don't know if anyone has said this yet, but Calgary is in really bad shape. Besides having a terrible NHL team, they have almost no good prospects.
In 212 games played vs. the Oil, the Flames are;
Can you guys even get close to .500 before the Flames sort this out? Hahahaha.. I'll take bets on that one.
In 5 Playoff series vs the Flames, the Oilers are;
Oh, and the one we lost we scored the winner on ourselves. Just in case you wanted to talk about games that really count.
April 03 2013, 10:08PM
Proposed amendment to BOA rules:
Winning team gets to write next Nation GDB ........ AND their Sportsnet broadcast team covers the next game. I have turned down the sound and am listening to a Yoko Ono album - much less irritating.
April 03 2013, 10:29PM
Good night all!
Switching to Modern Family.
If I want to see two huge boobs I'd much rather watch Sofia Vegara than Feaster and Tambo.
Didn't know it was possible to suck and blow at the same time.
Is there level lower than rock bottom?
Yeah, and the best part is we've already got it furnished for you. We left the keys in the mailbox.
The game even shut DSF up. Great success!
Jason, thin-skinned maybe a bit, however thin-haired you got that one covered or I guess not covered in this case. Never have I seen as many posts on this sight - all the 'Oil' fan as they proudly call themselves have jumped out of their half tons and onto the old bandwagon once more. I'll give you greasy mullet heads this, you do stand behind your team!! The beauty of the new 'parody rules' NHL is that there is no long rebuild unless you are the Oiler or the Islanders. Didn't we think that the Habs, Blue Jackets and Ducks were going to be bottom feeders this year. What about Phoenix, NJ and St. Louis the previous year? Don't make idiotic statements like the Flames or any other franchise except the Oil are going to suck for 9 straight years. It ain't gonna happen so sorry to break it to you inbreds. Enjoy the rest of the season 'OIL FANS'!!!!
I have no retort for this, nor do I want to waste my time on one. I'm merely replying so that I can quote this mess of grammatical maladies and alcoholic ramblings for all to see again. We can only hope that a loved one rolls you onto your side tonight...
Why would the Flames need to re-tool? Feaster is doing a great job as one right now.
April 03 2013, 03:46PM
Man... that kid from Bosnia sounds like a gem!
If the Flames don't get first overall, they should definitely trade up for it.
now that Calgary is cleaning house, I think they could use a new sportsnet announcer first... el terrible!
Now I can switch to cheering for a lottery pick! Yay!
{Gently holds Kent as he sobs and reads draft previews...there there Flameman... there there}
Fun fact: Calgary's uniforms are the colour of a urinary tract infection!
You know hockey sucks in Alberta when Edmonton fans start bashing the Flames announcer!
BTW Edmonton's announcer has a head like a horse!
I am thinking a like a big one maybe a Clydesdale or Percheron?
April 03 2013, 09:50PM
man we miss comeau
April 03 2013, 10:56PM
Well at least Iginla isn't here to see this, right?
Did Yakupov just knee a Flame on the way out of the zone?
What's so wrong with that? I kneed a Flames fan walking over to the bar during the second period and you don't hear me bragging about it. ;)
April 03 2013, 11:05PM
Lol. Laugh is all we Flames fans can do now.
You fellas wouldn't mind helping us out by knocking the Sharks off on Fri ...... er ...... nevermind.
Franko J wrote:
" Kudos to the Oilers with the win. Irony is that dominant players on the Oilers have ties to Calgary."
And where is Iginla from again?
We know the route. Starts at the Legislature, down Jasper Ave to Churchill Square. Still remember.
I'm an oilers fan and I have to say I'm ashamed of how bad this smack talk is. When it comes to these flames GDB's Wanye's the man. Gregor is a professional though, so I guess he can't go off the rails.
April 03 2013, 03:02PM
Rob Schneider said it best..."we suck again"
Go Oil, beat us like a rented mule.
LOL 2010 Oilers!! What a brutal lineup that was.
Hey Oiler fans,
Do you think you have exclusive rights to suck every year for high round draft picks?
Screw you! The Flames will prove that they can do it even worse than you, just to prove a point!!
The New Battle of Alberta!
April 03 2013, 04:02PM
Kicking a dog when it is down is easy...and bragging about being better than the Shames right now is akin to claiming your stuble grows the fastest at a bald convention...
The good news is that you'll get lots of practice carving the flames...enjoy your butter knife...
Two questions:
Doesn't Timberlake brag about being versatile as well?
Is versatile just a slick way of saying you're mediocre at everything?
April 03 2013, 04:09PM
Mujo sounds like he's going to be a bit of a project.
April 03 2013, 04:20PM
The 2013 Flames are the 2007 Oilers.
They dont even know how bad it will get. Heck, Murray Edwards said he expects the Flames to be in the Playoffs next year.
It's so bad. Like, I can't even enjoy this. I actually feel bad for them. They really have no idea how much this is going to suck. I'm 33. The PRIME years of my life were robbed from me by the pain of being an Oilers fan. Now, these Flames fans are just at the beginning. It's such a long, horrible, humiliating road. And at the end, you come out a lot greyer, angrier and your balls sag a lot lower.
And then, when they do start winning, you can't even enjoy THAT because you're so damn jaded! The Oilers could win the cup this year and I'd still wake up in the morning wondering how Tambo is going to screw up the celebration.
The worst thing for the Flames too, is that this year ANY team missing the playoffs can win the lottery! Haha
Score-lers!!!! 2-1.
Joey "Don't Call Me Lanny" MacDonald lets one in... apparently went by where his mustache should have been...
April 03 2013, 09:06PM
Hahaha, good stuff, but I prefer to be in denial.
Trust me, denial soon turn's into utter disappointment . Something's to help you through then next 3 years.
ELPH- Exciting Last Place Hockey.
Becoming a draft expert
ISS - Redline report - CS -Mackenzie's top ten, mid year and final season.
Craig Button draft list - WHL - OHL - QMJHL - NCAA draft eligible players.
AHL prospect depth players
Never draft for need, always BPA...Best Player Available.
Playing during ELC or returning to JR.
It's actually amazing what people will talk about when the team sucks!
Well, see ya in about 3 to 5.
So if MacDonald gets pulled, does Kiprusoff's agent have to be consulted as to whether he'll play tonight?
April 03 2013, 09:20PM
Feaster backtracking already.... Who'd have thought there would be a worse GM than Tambo in Alberta? Wants to get faster, bigger, stronger but wants to do it quickly. Good luck.
April 03 2013, 09:56PM
Well, this is a paddlin'
Feaster said the players would play better since they were relieved trade deadline was passed.
My first thought was "Well, won't the other teams players have the same level of relief?"
What a f*cking maroon.
April 03 2013, 09:56PM
whats next, feasta goin tell us he found the best something or other... feaster announces flames sign a kid from afghanistan al kayda
April 03 2013, 10:24PM
The Feaster Bunny wandering the desert looking for cheeseburger filled eggs.
April 03 2013, 10:25PM
I had Feaster outeating his opposition
That's not really fair. The camera adds 10 pounds.
My question is why are their 8 cameras on him?
Could see that one coming.
MacDonald didn't.
April 03 2013, 10:50PM
A Gordie for Whitney
Flames failing to bury their chances? I don't know, I think their chances are well and truly buried now.
Oh, and Yay-kupov.
Worry not Oilers fans. When the Flames are knocked out of playoff contention for sure in a game or two, they will go on a win streak, and down every team in front of you.
Enjoy the win. You'll need it once Jankowski becomes the best player from his draft class and we show you. Har, har, har. /facepalm
The next game day article is simple.
Calgary Sucks.


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