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If you've been around these parts long enough you'll know that I'm truly in love with breakfast. And truth be told, I love it even more when I'm eating for other meals. Like those gratin potatoes with spinach, kale, and a runny poached egg? That was my lunch one day over holiday break. It was spectacular. Well this shrimp and grits dish rates right up there.
Lord knows I'm not from the South but my great pal Josie sure is and she knows her grits. Creamy, cheesy, stick-to-your-ribs sort of good grits. Add some shrimp to a killer pan of grits and you've got a perfect pair. And speaking of Josie, she's having herself a perfect pair this week…in the form of twin boys! Josie and Joey are adding 2 more to their family and I knew this shrimp and grits dish would be an amazing way to help celebrate a little surprise shower a few of us decided to have for her.
Josie loves breakfast just as much as I do and she's all over shrimp and grits. Being the Yankee that I am, I think this meal really does Southern comfort food justice (especially since I used the stone-ground white cornmeal Josie brought me from Atlanta in October) and I know she would love it as much as Kyle and I did. Because you'll bake the grits for a final 15 minutes, they aren't quite as creamy as I would have liked for them to be but it's a stellar recipe, nonetheless. The only thing that could possibly make this shrimp and grits any more awesome would be a poached egg. Surprised? I know Josie would agree.
Here's what the other girls made for Josie:
Annie: Paloma Cocktail (Tequila & Lime)
Courtney: Chocolate Cake with Coffee Buttercream
Elly: Sausage-Cheese Biscuits
Wouldn't this menu would make for an amazing brunch?!
Skillet Shrimp and Grits
source: adapted from The Best Skillet Recipes by America's Test Kitchen
Look for old-fashioned grits for this recipe as instant grits will cook too quickly and the recipe needs extra time to bake in the oven to finish cooking.
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, minced
- 1 tsp table salt
- 2 medium garlic cloves, minced or pressed through a garlic press (about 2 tsp)
- 1 tsp ancho chile powder
- 3 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup old-fashioned grits (see note above)
- 6 oz extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (1 1/2 cups)
- 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 4 scallions, green and white parts, thinly sliced
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 lb extra-large shrimp (21 to 25 per pound), peeled and deveined
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
- Melt butter in a 12-inch oven safe skillet over medium heat. Add onions and salt and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes. Add the garlic and chile powder and stir for 30 seconds, until fragrant. Pour in the water and heavy cream and bring the liquid to a boil. Slowly whisk in the grits then reduce the heat to low. Cook the grits, stirring frequently, for 15 minutes until they are thick and creamy. Remove the skillet from the heat and quickly stir in 3/4 of the cheese, eggs, scallions, and black pepper. Nestle the shrimp under the grits and smooth out the grits over the shrimp once all have been added. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top of the grits.
- Bake for 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly. Serve hot.
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Written by David Richards
22/02/2012 | 23:10 |
Category: APPLIANCES
Woolworths, Harvey Norman and David Jones have won top spots in an Asia Pacific Best Retail Brands study conducted by Interbrand.
According to the 2012 Best Retail Brands report released this week, Woolworths comes in number one, Harvey Norman 3rd, Myer 4th and David Jones 5th. It's not known how the Company measured the retailer's performance as both David Jones and Harvey Norman are currently struggling in the Australian market. Missing from the top 10 list was JB Hi Fi.
The report claims that global clothing brands such as Uniqlo, Zara and H&M in particular are thriving in some markets particular China and expanding out from key markets such as Beijing and Shanghai to second or third tier cities. However the report states that, despite the thriving consumer conditions seen in emerging markets such as China and India, "Asian retail brands remain behind their Western peers. In fact, there is no truly Asian Retailer yet".
In markets such as Singapore brands like H&M and Abercrombie and Fitch are preferred over local brands. Local Chinese electronics manufacturer Sunning have benefited from growing local incomes and a rapidly expanding middle class says Interbrand. Though Australian supermarket Woolworth's might be the most valuable brand, data released January 14 by comScore shows that the most popular brands in the Asia-Pacific region, in terms of online visits, were Alibaba Corporation and local Amazon sites.
The top ten most valuable Asia Pacific brands, according to Interbrand's Best Retail Brands of 2012 report were as follows:01. Woolworths (http://www.woolworths.com.au) -supermarket02. Uniqlo (http://www.uniqlo.com) - fashion03. Harvey Norman (http://www.harveynorman.com.au/) - household/electronics04. Myer (http://www.myer.com.au/) - fashion/household/electronics05. David Jones (http://www.davidjones.com.au/) - household/cosmetics/electronics06. Suning (http://www.cnsuning.com/) - household electronics07. Muji (http://www.muji.com/) - household08. Belle (http://www.belleintl.com) - women's footwear09. Nitori (http://www.nitori.co.jp/) - household10. Yamada Denki (http://www.yamada-denki.jp) - household electronics
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The People's Key
Author: Jakob Dorof
2/14/11 | Tinymixtapes.com | www.tinymixtapes.com | Record Review
Few had high expectations for The People's Key. Ending a hiatus that began in 2007 for Conor Oberst's Bright Eyes project, this eighth record under the name comes as the latest installment in a career that's been going south for at least half a decade. From the largely dead-end electronica of 2005's Digital Ash in a Digital Urn through the country-schmaltz snooze of his two recent solo albums, it seemed that time and age had blandly mellowed the once fiery soul of emo-flecked folk. Oberst's promises in recent interviews also rang dubious, from the announcement of this record's "science fiction" theme to the idea of making reggae-inspired, non-reggae music (and, of course, the disconcerting notion of those two concepts' synthesis). Worst of all, the first two singles ? "Shell Games" and "Haile Selassie" ? underwhelmed as standalone tracks. Just a month ago, even a Cassadagan psychic would've bet on this album sucking.But now the record's here, and with it comes the not-irrational temptation to suspect Oberst has been pulling his punches. Depending on how one looks at it, The People's Key might even be understood as the culmination of a long and troublesome trajectory Bright Eyes began as a teenager's bedroom project in the mid-90s.That's the way Oberst seems to see it himself. In the opening stanza of "Shell Games" ? an anthemic charge ? la Arcade Fire that works much better in context ? the weathered songwriter sifts through the LP-jacket imagery of his entire career, suggesting he intended The People's Key to be the reflective act of collation and refinement that it is. And though he turns the knife inward for the second verse ? "Death obsessed, like a teenager/ Sold my tortured youth, pissed in vinegar/ I'm still angry with no reason to be" ? this record reflects a poise and maturity that his previous triumphs lacked. Bright Eyes enjoyed an incredible run in the early aughts, but Oberst could never keep his neuroses and bad habits in check long enough to last both sides of the wax. Made when he was just 21, the fascinating Lifted came off like a 17 year old's dream of what the perfect album would be (acne and all); I'm Wide Awake, It's Morning featured some of Oberst's best songs, but began to dip too deeply into the country trough; and pretty much all of his albums have suffered from some combination of pointedly tedious introductions, uncalled-for spoken word, and thematic threads left unspooled.Thankfully, The People's Key casts a positive light on these past missteps ? as though they were valuable practice for what Oberst has finally managed here. While conceptual dialogue and Lynchian synth-ambience are familiar tropes for Bright Eyes, the words of Oberst's El Paso friend "Denny" that bookend and break apart The People's Key are different. For once, the gesture feels neither empty nor scripted: Denny's wide-eyed, unmedicated ramblings (on everything from mankind's responsibility for the future to ancient aliens' invasion of the Garden of Eden) actually cohere in the music they inspired Oberst to make. This dynamic of spoken word and lyrical echo resonates richly throughout the album, offering plenty of cognitive pleasure for the attentive listener ? like hearing Denny's cryptic remarks on Hitler in "Firewall" bear sweet poetic fruit in a later verse of "A Machine Spiritual." Moreover, the fact that Oberst naturally pieces together such clear melodic and lyrical sense from Denny's fragmentary stream of consciousness raises the first real interesting questions Oberst has posed since getting all ponderous post-Wide Awake: Might there be profound meaning hidden in the ostensible ravings of the ostensibly insane? What are the differences between sacred scripture and secular myth? How does inspiration work, particularly across mediums?Which all might as well be pointless piffle, were it not for the music being as good as it is. The People's Key is Oberst's most fluently arranged, lyrically graceful, and consistently quality batch of songs to date. Like fellow 90s vets Spoon's Ga Ga Ga Ga Ga and Modest Mouse's Good News for People Who Love Bad News, it's a warmly accessible distillation of Bright Eyes' past sounds that generously rewards the open-minded fan while making a prime introduction for the unfamiliar. Die-hards will likely bemoan the general absence of anything to challenge Lifted or Fevers and Mirrors' cathartic highs, though "Approximate Sunlight" is at once one of Oberst's all-time best sad bastard laments and religious zealot lampoons.Longtime Bright Eyes member Mike Mogis' production merits attention, especially as it helps deliver on the goal of making reggae-influenced music that's not reggae. Oberst giddily sprinkles references to Bob Marley hits and Rastafarian culture throughout the record (an obvious example being the buoyant summer pop of "Haile Selassie" or the "I and I" refrain of the gorgeous conclusion to "One For You, One For Me"), but it's Mogis' reverberant beats and ghostly dub echoes that evoke Jamaica's spirit most effectively. It's a subtle touch, but one that helps complete the circular cohesion that makes The People's Key truly work as Oberst's "sci-fi album." After all, dub reggae progenitor Lee "Scratch" Perry's music (and that of his many disciples) reflected a keen interest in outerspace, spirituality, and things beyond this earth.As with the album's heartening conclusion, then, it all comes back to Denny. Oberst's musings throughout The People's Key suggest the same skeptical distance he's always kept from organized religion, but as he helps this strange fellow conclude this long monologue with the one word he can't find, it becomes clear that Oberst genuinely wishes to embrace the people of this world, to present them with an offering. Music is his way of doing that, and with The People's Key, it seems that Omaha's brightest son has remembered ? and at last realized ? the intricate and fully formed monument to life he boldly set out to make as a kid.01. Firewall02. Shell Games03. Jejune Stars04. Approximated Sunlight05. Haile Selassie06. A Machine Spiritual (In the People's Key)07. Triple Spiral08. Beginner's Mind09. Ladder Song10. 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Oh, yes, I know… I'm a slacker. I haven't been posting all that much simply because I haven't had much interest in cooking these days. Not exactly sure why, it just hasn't been "ringing my bell" as it were.
A post move funk, anti-cook, funk perhaps? Lazy, maybe? Unmotivated, definitely.
Over the past few months JT, the one time contributor to the site and all around good guy, and I have had an ongoing discussion about a quick and easy bread recipe. After messing around with the recipe (well, changes here and there) I decided on this a quick and easy pizza crust.
Please note, you'll need a pizza stone and parchment paper for this recipe.
For the crust you'll need:
1 1/2 Cups Flour
1 Cup warm water
1 tsp yeast
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp marjoram
This is rather easy – mix you dries, add your oil and water, then add your marjoram and mix one again.
When fully mixed, you'll have a very "wet" dough…and by "wet" I mean it will be very sticky and will not keep a shape or appear like normal bread or pizza dough (like the one seen here).
Cover it up and place it in the fridge for about 3 hours. Now it is time for the sauce.
1 tbsp minced garlic
12 oz of crushed tomatoes
2 tbsp of tomato paste
2 tsp salt
4 tsp sugar
1 tsp oregano
So, add your crushed tomatoes and tomato paste to a small pot and heat over a medium flame. You'll want to have the liquid from the crushed tomatoes to reduce by a 3rd to a half. When this starts, add the remainder of the ingredients… and make sure to mix.
Cook for an additional 10 minutes.
Let's fast forward and assume your dough is ready… At this point you'll want to have your pizza stone in the oven. Pre-heat that sucker up to 550 degrees. Now take your parchment paper and brush it with olive oil, then spoon our your dough.
Use a spoon (oiled if the dough is sticky) to get size and shape you want it.
Here is the question you need to ask yourself at this point – do I want a crisp crust or more a moist crust as the baking process for each will be different.
If you want a crisp crust, when the oven is ready, slide the parchment paper onto your pizza stone and bake your crust until it begins to brown (usually about 5 mins or less at 550). At this point, slide the rack out and put your sauce and toppings onto the pizza and cook for and additional 5 to 7 minutes.
Please remember to watch the pizza as it may quickly depending on the power of your oven…. just because it tells you it's 550 degrees doesn't mean that it was it really is in there.
I took the most crust approach for my pizza and added my sauce, toppings and placed it right into the oven for about 12 minutes.
Another thing of note – regardless of what crust type you would like, you will want to pre-cook your meat due to how short the pizza may be baking in your oven. It's that whole safe than sorry thing.
Here is the finished product.
So there you go. A quick pizza recipe full of taste and easy to make.


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KLAPHEKE CASE: Dyess airman charged for failing to report child abuse, neglect
ABILENE, Texas - A Dyess airman has been charged with failure to report child abuse or neglect, adultery and child endangerment in relation to the death of 22-month-old Tamryn Klapheke.
Officials allege Senior Airman Christopher Perez was involved in a relationship with Tiffany Klapheke, 22, when Tamryn was found dead in late August. Klapheke, whose husband Thomas was deployed when the child died, remains in Taylor County Jail on $500,000 bond on charges of severely neglecting Tamryn and her two siblings.
Earlier this month, Thomas Klapheke filed for divorce.
According to police, the three children were left alone – without adult care – for about a week. Tamyrn's two sisters were hospitalized, recuperated and are now in foster care.
Dyess Air Force Base officials announced the charges against Perez in a news release Friday afternoon. The officials said Perez could be dismissed or court-martialed and that a hearing will take place in the near future.
Below is Friday's press release from Dyess Air Force Base:
On October 19, 2012, Senior Airman Christopher Perez, 7th Security Forces Squadron,was charged with failure to report child abuse or neglect under Article 92 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), as well as adultery and child endangerment under Article 134 of the UCMJ,in relation to the case of Tiffany Klapheke.
Additionally, in an allegation which is not related to the Klapheke case, Senior Airman Perez was charged with wrongful sexual contact of an adult female under Article 120 of the UCMJ. The charges are only accusations and the accused is presumed innocent until, and unless, proven guilty
Col. Glen VanHerck, 7th Bomb Wing commander, has appointed an officer under Article 32 of the UCMJ to conduct a hearing to thoroughly investigate the charges. Following the hearing, the investigating officer will make recommendations about the disposition of the allegations. Possible dispositions of the charges range from dismissal to a General Court-Martial. The hearing will proceed at Dyess in the near future.
"The Air Force is committed to holding offenders accountable, but it is important to remember that those charged are innocent until they are proven guilty," said Col. VanHerck. "What happened to the Klapheke children was a terrible tragedy and every effort is being made to bring justice to those responsible for what happened to those children."
More information regarding this case will be released as it becomes available.
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Southeastern Utah District Health Department would like to help stock local food banks for the holidays, but also wants to help the community be as healthy as possible. A person getting their flu vaccination can help do that.
December 5th â 11th is National Influenza Vaccination Week. During regular immunization hours you can just show up with two cans of food and get a flu shot. Family of four? No problem, just bring eight cans of food.
David Cunningham, Health Director states "Getting a flu shot might not be a priority for someone if they donât have enough food for themselves or their families. We realize flu vaccine has been available in our community for several weeks, but this is a unique event and we are excited to offer it in this way."
Castle Dale Office Immunization Clinic hours for this event are:
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With the Kindle and the Nook continuing to do well, and going well past the '40,000 total eReaders sold' prediction experts had made in 2007, we are running into a completely different issue.
What price should books be? Is the Agency Model justified? Is it winning?
There are so many differing opinions on this that it seems like a possibility sword – everyone seems to believe and see a different possibility.
- A few people firmly believe the Agency Model has won out. That's hard to agree with when the #1 book in the Kindle Store is an indie book at $1.
- A few people feel the Agency Model is a failure. That too is questionable since the #2 book in the Kindle Store is an Agency Model book at $13.
- Some people seem to feel that prices between $5 and $10 are reasonable. It sounds perfect and very reasonable – except there are lots of books below $5 and lots of books above $10.
- Other people feel that everyone should stop complaining about prices and not buy books they think are too expensive. It's an interesting perspective – However, protesting is a way of bringing down prices and also a way of banding together. It is unrealistic to assume people will ever stop protesting about prices they don't like.
- A few people feel ebooks should be $1 or $2. That seems unsustainable but indie authors are pulling it off.
You could take absolutely any possible outcome of the eBook Pricing Wars and piece together enough evidence to make that particular outcome seem the one and only true outcome. Take the Top 100 Bestsellers list for example –
- 4 $1 books in the Top 10. That's proof ebook prices are going to zero.
- 3 books above $10 in the Top 10. That's proof the Agency Model has worked.
- 25 indie books in the Top 100. That must mean indie authors are taking over.
- 10 Publisher published books over $10, and another 13 between $3 and $10, in the Top 40. Publishers must be growing stronger than ever.
Which is it? What's going on with ebook prices? Who's winning?
At the moment no one knows.
The Ideal Price for eBooks might not exist
People assume there is a rational price for ebooks – one which makes sense to all involved parties. That once we arrive at this price, ebook prices will stabilize.
There is no such 'magic price'.
Prices for ebooks can never stabilize because we have some very emotional factors and some very unexpected things coming into play –
- Readers' inability to wait for prices to drop. Why are $15 books still selling? Because some readers just can't wait a few months.
- Readers' refusal to pay more than what paper books cost. Lots of readers absolutely refuse to pay more for an ebook than what the paperback costs. This makes it very difficult to settle on any price that lies between the paperback price and the hardcover price.
- Publishers' need to prop up their physical book business. Publishers' attachment to their existing book business, and the fact that it's 9 times bigger than ebooks, means that for the next few years ebooks will continue to pay for the sins of physical book publishing.
- Publishers are trying to maximize profits. That means they are constantly trying to tweak prices. If we arrive at a stable price, Publishers will soon try to get 10% more. Of course, it cuts both ways – as soon as a stable price is arrived at, readers will ask for 10% less.
- Readers have rationalized away any possible floor for ebook prices. We have begun to feel that there's no reason ebooks couldn't keep going lower and lower.
- Authors are competing ruthlessly against each other. You arrive at a balanced, sustainable price on Monday, and on Tuesday some author is going to try to get an advantage by going 10% cheaper.
- For new Authors it's all upside. They have nothing to lose. Whether they sell a book for $10 or for $1, it doesn't make much of a difference since their sales are so low.
There is no ideal price for ebooks. You could argue that the ideal price for Publishers is $100 per book, for readers is $0 per book, and for indie authors its any price that gets readers to read their books. However, all of these are competing against and coexisting with each other.
Boycotts do work – but not quite in the way people expect them to
The $9.99 boycott did some interesting things – it led to the rise of indie authors, it made Random House very successful in ebooks, it helped spread eReaders, it showed the power of readers.
There are some things it didn't do –
- It didn't get Publishers to lower prices to $10. This is because a segment of readers aren't willing to wait months or even weeks for the books they want. Nothing wrong with that. It just means that Agency Model Publishers were weakened but not killed when it came to ebook sales.
- The actual impact of the $9.99 boycott is partially hidden. This is because 'new releases' always sell more in the first few weeks. So new releases at $13 still make it to the Top 10 and the Top 100. We don't get to see all the $13 books that miss out because of the higher price – We do get to see the $13 books that make it to the Top 100 despite the higher price.
- It didn't get Publishers to kill the Agency Model. This is because 90% of their sales are still physical books. Their aim with the Agency Model is mostly to slow down and kill eBooks and eReaders. If they don't manage to do that, and so far they haven't, they will pretend that all along their aim was to preserve prices.
We can look at the 20% of books in the Top 100 that are at $1, and the 40% that are below $5, and call the $9.99 boycott a victory. We can look at the 25% of books in the Top 100 that are over $10 and call the $9.99 boycott a failure. It's whatever you want it to be.
One thing we do know, is that prices are lower than they were two years ago.
Group Buying is certainly worth trying
What if we set up a site where 10 million Kindle and Nook owners got together and said –
- Mr. King, set your next book at $5, and 1 million of us will sign up for a preorder.
- Harper Collins, release Book X from your backlist and 200,000 of us will sign up for a $3 preorder.
- Bundle the Harry Potter Series at $40, and 2 million of us will pledge the money up-front.
No publisher or author in their right mind would refuse. At some level, this 'power of the group' is what's really needed – readers have to get every single reader of ebooks on the same team. It's pointless to discuss Kindle vs Nook when owners of both devices are looking for the same thing – a much better range of ebooks at much better prices.
The only way for eReader owners to make their 10% share of the market more impactful is to get better organized. This applies to the boycotts too – more important than whether $3 over $10 is stealing or not, is whether eReader owners can band together or not. There are a variety of benefits that will accrue if eReader owners work together – more range, better editing, better graphics and covers, lower prices, earlier availability.
If, on the other hand, eReader owners start arguing with each other, over things like which devices they use or what they think the ideal price for ebooks should be, then it'll slow down the rise of eReaders and readers.


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Building on the success of the Xcite Baits Ubershad, the Baby Ubershad is a firecracker of a bait. The Xcite Baits Baby Ubershad moves in a unique manner and generates several effective presentations. It can be fished weightless and walked underwater, or on a weighted swimbait hook, it will shimmy around like a helpless baby shad. Infused with Xcite attractant and featuring a bulbous tail to give an added element of attraction, the Xcite Baits Baby Ubershad is proof that big things come in small packages.
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Dresses For Any Wedding 2013
Wedding Guest Dress Code Solved With the Wear-to-Anything Maxi
When faced with a sea of save-the-dates, don't panic. Take a deep breath and repeat after us: this is the perfect wear-to-any-wedding dress. Thanks to a slightly skin-baring cut, breezy silhouette, and floor-length hemline, you might as well consider the silk maxi dress your solution to any wedding guest dress code. The right jewels, evening sandals, and minaudière give it a back-tie twist; with a pair of metallic sandals and beachy waves, you're dressed for a best friend's casual seaside nuptials. We've handpicked 16 of the best dresses on the market — all you have to do is click through to shop and start envisioning how you'll style them for any number of your wedding season obligations.


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Looking back at my blog for the year, I started with google analytics. I naively thought at least one of the current year's post would be in the top ten visited for the year. Not so for my blog.
The home page is the most visited, followed by these six:
Panniculectomy vs Abdominoplasty (December 13, 2007)
Skin Complications from Drug Abuse (December 9, 2007)
Glomus Tumor (October 29, 2007)
Flexor Tendon Repair (July 10, 2008)
Le Fort Fractures (January 17, 2008)
The others referenced in the top ten analytics were simple archive searches, not specific posts:
I enjoyed the ones I did with 55 words or less. I hope to do more of them in the coming year.
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FUNKAGENDA is taking CONTROL tomorrow night! Toolroom staple, Funk Farm owner, and one of my favorite DJ/producers at the moment, Funkagenda is a legend in the world of House music. His flawless blends of Progressive, Tech, and Electro are world-renowned and if you saw his earth-shaking set at Beyond Wonderland this year, you know that there is only one place to be tomorrow night. Besides the blissful hour and a half set from the Londoner, CONTROL will host an incredibly solid underbill featuring a DJ set from synthpop phenom Anoraak, an Avalon debut from our friends Savoy, and opening and closing sets from our pal ///BONES and Potty Mouth's TJR. Wow.
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A Florida police detective has resigned after telling colleagues he would volunteer to assassinate President Obama and other members of the Democratic Party.
Sam Koivisto, a detective with the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, told the Florida Times-Union newspaper that his comments had been blown out of proportion and that he'd planned to retire in five months anyway.
The Associated Press reports on the incident that happened shortly after this month's election:
"The 57-year-old retired this month while facing an internal investigation into his comments to other officers after the election. He told them that if an order came to kill Obama, he 'wouldn't mind being the guy.'
"When questioned by the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office integrity unit, he said he didn't care if a nuclear explosion killed everyone in the Northeastern USA because they supported Obama. He told the investigators his comments were hyperbole and not actual threats."


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adidas NEO Daily Clean Sneaker - Mens
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True to the name, the men's adidas NEO Daily Clean sneaker boosts simplistic, classic style. This low-top leather lace-up will add style to whatever you decide to pair them with.
- Leather and suede upper
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Location: Little Chute, WI
September 26, 2014
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August 19, 2014
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Adidas NEO Daily Clean
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Last to the game with desktop search, The Yahoo Factor from Technology Review argues
that Yahoo may succeed in the search wars through a strategy of conquering through vertical search, such as mobile and local.
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What is influencer marketing, and why should it be part of your digital strategy?
If I tell you I have the secret formula for any entrepreneur to succeed, you may not believe me. But if Neil Patel, New York Times best selling author and a person The Wall Street Journal calls 'the web's top influencer' tells you, "My secret formula is the greatest", you will probably believe him.
Five most interesting search news stories of the week
This week, we've got the latest on a strange glitch appearing in Google's mobile search, a new beta search engine launched by Creative Commons, and the decline of brand hashtags in Super Bowl ads.
What's been going on with Google's mobile indexing?
Back in October, Google announced the impending rollout of a mobile-first search index which has had SEOs scrambling to prepare their businesses. Some strange behaviour over the past few days indicates that we may be approaching a launch.
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general, it is advisable to clean your draperies as seldom as possible.
When it becomes necessary to clean them, however, professional dry
cleaning is the preferred method. But, even with dry cleaning, you
will want to find a cleaner
that has some specialization and experience in cleaning drapes. In other
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maintenance cleaning of your drapes is probably a good idea. While using
a brush attachment on your vacuum, run it "lightly"up and
down the folds of the drape to remove dust and particles. You can also "spot
clean"most drapes with a damp soft cloth that has been wrung out.
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is the primary source of destruction for drapes. This
is why lined drapes last two to three times longer than unlined drapes.
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intense ultraviolet sunlight. Heat, even in the cleaning process, can
cause significant damage or shrinkage to drapes. Exposing drapes to
temperatures less than 130 degrees is preferred when cleaning them.
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A. Again,
begin by first finding a dry cleaner that has direct experience with drapes;
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to find a cleaner who advertises specializing in cleaning drapes. Ask for
references, check with the Better Business Bureau, or call your local Chamber
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Holistic Spa
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Kamalaya's Holistic Spa brings together authentic ancient healing traditions with contemporary therapies and facilities to nurture your being in every way. The Spa itself is a tranquil oasis set amidst tropical vegetation and granite boulders, with serene views of the sea below.
A diverse range of holistic therapies, therapeutic body treatments, restorative massages, and nurturing body treatments are offered by highly skilled therapists. We invite you forget the stresses of your day and explore the possibilities ...
Holistic & Therapeutic Body Treatments
Chi Nei Tsang (Taoist Abdominal Massage)
Unique to Thailand, Chi Nei Tsang is excellent for a diversity of health imbalances from digestive problems to nervous tension and stress. It promotes circulation and therefore health of the internal organs, while also balancing the nervous system to release stress and facilitate healing. Based on the Taoist theory that refers to the "gut' as a "second brain', this treatment releases stored emotional and psychological tension and stress thereby promoting healing on an emotional level. A series of treatments is most beneficial. Chi Nei Tsang is especially recommended for all detoxification, stress release and weight balancing programs.
Lymphatic Drainage
This full body treatment helps the return of the lymphatic fluid to the circulatory system, removing waste and dead cells, so is also seen as an excellent treatment to complement a detox program and boost immunity, as well as to reduce any fluid retention and cellulite. A gentle specialised technique is used in this massage, as lymph is situated just beneath the skin. It is a natural way to re-harmonize the physical, mental, and energy levels of the body thus providing a sense of well-being. For maximum benefits 2 or more treatments are recommended.
Reiki, a Japanese word meaning "Universal Life Energy', is a therapy in which the Reiki healer is a channel or conduit for the energy. Reiki is an extremely effective technique for stress release and total relaxation. A sense of peace, vitality, and joy combined with the extremely pleasant feeling of security are common experiences. Reiki accelerates the body's natural healing power and opens the mind, body and spirit to balance on an emotional and mental level. It is a nurturing energy that harmonises the mind, body and soul.
Indian Head Massage
Based on the ancient healing system of Ayurveda, this treatment is used to massage and relieve tension from your shoulders, neck, back and scalp. Using deep thumb and finger pressure, you will experience improved circulation, the release of emotional and physical tension, and an enhanced state of relaxation.
Traditional Asian Hand Massage
Inspired by Korean hand acupuncture this highly effective treatment opens the energy channels of your chest, lungs, and heart centre thereby facilitating the release of accumulated emotional stress and old emotional patterns. Profoundly effective for opening your heart centre and facilitating joy, love, and bliss, this treatment has a deeply balancing effect on your psyche.
Traditional Asian Foot Massage
Ancient Chinese theory of approximately 5000 years ago observed that feet are miniature maps of your entire body and specific points on the feet were found to correspond to all major body parts and organs. This treatment uses specific pressure points to systematically activate the nerve reflexes, thereby stimulating all body organs and tissues to improve overall function and wellbeing.
Vital Essence Oil Massage
Kamalaya's unique Vital Essence Massage combines Asian knowledge energy principles with the science of aromatherapy to create the perfect fusion between East and West for a magical and harmonizing experience. This massage is a simple and effective way to increase your health, balance your emotions, and enhance your life. One of our Five Element essential oils will be selected to suit your constitution: Water, Wood (Air), Fire, Earth, and Metal (Ether).
Traditional Thai Massage
Thai massage is based on the discovery of 10 invisible energy lines called Sen, which run along the body. Your journey begins with a masterful combination of Thai stretching techniques and deep tissue pressure point massage. This stimulates the blood flow, release of toxins, and allows the body to naturally heal itself and restore suppleness. Thai massage can help accelerate the pace and reduce any discomfort from the detoxification process by having a daily treatment. This treatment is available with or without the use of a hot herbal compress.
Holistic & Therapeutic Body Treatments
Chi Nei Tsang (Taoist Abdominal Massage),
Lymphatic Drainage , Reiki,
Indian Head Massage...
Nurturing Body Treatments
Oriental Herbal Detoxifying Body Scrub & Wrap
Oriental herbs are used to gently exfoliate the body while increasing overall circulation. This is followed by an invigorating wrap using Thai White Mud, which has long been used by Thai women for cleansing and brightening the skin. The addition of aromatic Thai herbs, each specially selected for their beauty and health-enhancing properties, will warm and stimulate to enhance circulation. This treatment is recommended for water retention, sluggish circulation, muscular problems, and detoxification.
Lotus Seed Scrub
A unique selection of lotus seeds are used to exfoliate the body and remove dead skin, while the power of lotus aromatherapy helps to relax the mind and awaken your inner spirituality. Recommended for dry, sensitive, dehydrated, and/or sun burned skin.
Lotus Blossom Wrap
Treat yourself to the Lotus Blossom Wrap to replenish, hydrate and heal the skin while enjoying a 20 minute scalp massage. The power of lotus aromatherapy helps to relax the mind and awaken your inner spirituality. Recommended for dry, sensitive, dehydrated, and/or sunburned skin.
Lotus Scrub & Wrap
Combining the exfoliating benefits of our Lotus Seed Scrub and the replenishing and healing properties of Lotus Blossom Wrap for a rejuvenating mind-body experience.
Aloe Vera Wrap
Aloe Vera aids in the gentle removal of dead skin cells improving the skin's ability to hydrate itself. With its anti-inflammatory qualities, this cooling and soothing leave-on wrap is perfect for skin overexposed to the sun or to ease itchiness from skin irritations and insect bites. Suitable for even the most sensitive skin.
Day Spa Packages
Enjoy any treatment of your choice in a private and magical setting with your friend or special partner. Each of these enchanting rooms has a private Steam and Bath and a balcony on which to relax after your treatment and immerse yourself in the magnificent views. The following treatments are all also available in private treatment rooms for individuals.
Heaven & Earth
Designed to create a state of total relaxation, Heaven and Earth includes an Indian Head Massage followed by a Private Herbal Steam. An Asian Foot and Hand massage completes this experience of full body harmony.
Renewed Essence
A layering of treatments designed to strip away stress and accumulated armours in order to unveil your true essence. Combining oil lathering, Private Herbal Steam, Body Exfoliation and finishing with a 90-minute Vital Essence Oil Massage, this ultimate ritual will leave you in a blissful state of renewal.
Lotus Realm
Begin this indulgent treatment with a Herbal Steam, followed by Lotus Blossom exfoliation and blissful Lotus Blossom Wrap. A 90-minute Vital Essence Oil Massage completes this nurturing experience.
Jewel of the Orient
Integrating the best of Eastern techniques, this ancient Oriental ritual begins with a Private Herbal Steam to prepare the body, mind, and spirit for the deeper therapeutic treatments. The Oriental Herbal Detoxifying Body Scrub stimulates circulation while increasing antioxidant activity and vibrancy in the cells. The Vital Essence Oil Massage in combination with hot Herbal Compress, followed by your choice of Asian Facial treatment, creates an experience of restoration and rejuvenation unlike any other.
Spa Zone
Steam Cavern
Refresh your body with the use of the Steam Cavern.
Ideal before a massage or body treatment to open the pores, stimulate and cleanse the skin, clear the lungs, promote circulation, and relax the body.
The Steam Cavern combines the elements of Fire and Water.
Ambient Plunge Pools
Effective hydrotherapy works by using alternating hot and cool temperatures to exercise the cardiovascular system through dilation and contraction.
Following any wet (steam) heat treatment, it is recommended to follow by taking at least 5 slow breaths in the cool plunge pool.


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Sporto Anna Boot
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Explore the colder temps with the Whitney from Sporto! This waterproof boot won't hold you back this season!
- Waterproof upper
- Faux fur lining
- Side zip pocket
- 11" shaft height, front zipper
- 16" calf circumference
- Rubber sole
- Imported
By: OverTheKneeBootLover311
Location: Ohio
February 22, 2013
Great Price, Good Boot
"I got these on clearance because I needed a boot since it has been snowing like crazy in Ohio lately. I got half a size up because I wanted to leave room for a thick comfy sock, which I think was a good idea but I probably could have gotten away with my regular size as well. They are super lightweight which is great when trudging through heavy snow. My only gripe is the fabric looks cheap (trash bag like) which I guess is okay since it needs to be water proof, but the worst part is that the toe of the boot looks so short since I guess it allows more room in the calf area. It just looks so funny. Kind of like weird astronaut boots. But all in all, a good boot at a great price."
By: chipandale
Location: Long Island, NY
February 13, 2013
"After the recent snowstorm in NY I needed new waterproof boots after discovering my old snow boots were no longer waterproof . I have other Sporto boots & love those so I thought I'd take a chance on these. So far, so good. Plenty of room for heavy socks (I ordered the white in size 7), faux fur lining down the high shaft keeping legs warm and pants dry, cute little side pocket for keys, etc., and I stood in snow and my feet remained dry.Only wish is that the sole had deeper grooves like the "Katie" style Sporto boot which is wonderful on ice and provides excellent traction. The grooves on this boot should be deeper which is the reason for only 4 stars instead of 5.Excellent, prompt service from DSW.com. And the price was right, and the special offers were also a help . Will definitely purchase from the site again. I'm very happy with my purchase and will wear them in the upcoming snow storm."
By: Tenniscrazy1
Location: Chicago
January 26, 2013
The Modern Moon Boot
"I love this boot. I live in Chicago and it is perfect for our cold, wet and snowy days here. I have a wide foot and very wide calf and it fits perfect on both. The fur lining is all the way to your toes. I wear tights and did not have on socks and my feet were warm even in 1 degree weather. I take the bus/train to work so even standing out in the elements for long periods of time, my legs nor feet got wet or cold. Highly recommend this boot. It is actually cute on. I got the all black."
By: Lubrusca
Location: NYC
December 21, 2012
Zipper sucks!
"I was SO HAPPY that I found a waterproof boot like that: very comfy. It looks like you are wearing a sock! It also fit my wide calves and looked reasonably cute.Wore it on a pouring rain day and it was great. Really waterproof.Second day that rains I try to zip it up and the zipper breaks!Was so disappointed! Had to return it."
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Qupid Shuffle-01 Bootie
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Do your dance in the Qupid Shuffle! With understated style and a smooth silhouette, you won't miss a beat in this casual lace-up chukka bootie.
- Fabric upper
- Lace-up
- Synthetic sole
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By: BootsNMore
Location: Spokane, WA
August 22, 2013
Great, versatile shoe
"I love these shoes. Since I bought them (in the beige color), I've worn them with everything from pants to skirts to shorts. They're incredibly versatile and I get complimented on them often.One downside is that they do stain easily. Also, I've only had them for about 6 months and they are falling apart (stitching coming loose on the front near the laces, heel coming apart from upper shoe). But, for the price and how often I've worn them, that's not too surprising. They aren't the sturdiest shoes in the world and have a somewhat thin/flimsy sole, but they work well for the price. I plan to buy a second pair to replace these."
By: rusgurl22
Location: Boston, MA
July 08, 2013
"I loved these booties online and ordered them in blue. Oh my god was I disappointed. They run true to size but LOOK big. I felt like I was wearing clown shoes, they are way too wide and bulky looking. Other than that,the color is immaculate but the sole is kind of thin."
By: mk13
Location: utah
June 19, 2013
great shoe!
"comfy and casual these shoes are great!they are true to size, the color is beautiful and ive gotten tons of compliments!"
By: shoesarecool
Location: Houston
April 08, 2013
Not bad, not great
"I've been wanting some sand-, taupe- or tan-colored chukkas for a long, long time now, and these shoes are the exact color as depicted and look really good on. But they're not the most comfortable shoes in the world; actually, they may be the most uncomfortable shoes I own. They're really flat on the bottom (and the soles are so thin I don't think they'll last till the end of the year) with no arch for the feet, which makes them feel... weird. But they are cute, and I got them pretty cheap, so I'll probably just buy some inserts and hopefully that'll solve the arch problem."
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Eliminate pet odors, urine odors, upholstery odors, mildew odors, and many other odors safely with The Bad Air Sponge. The Bad Air Sponge does not mask odors with powerful scents or perfumes like other air freshener products , yet it totally eliminates odors where unpleasant odors are present. When it is placed near an odor producer, the Bad Air Sponge neutralizes the odors in the air as well as drawing out odor causing molecules and neutralizing them.
The Bad Air Sponge is not part of an odor removal product line, it is the product line. It is the only air freshener you need. It can be used to remove any unpleasant odor from your home, office, boat, camper, anywhere where odors exist. The Bad Air Sponge does not need to directly come in contact with any odor sources to eliminate them. Just place it near the odor and it will eliminate the it.
The Bad Air Sponge is used by professionals and home owners. In fact, it has been used as a commercial odor remover for the last 50 plus years. The Bad Air Sponge has become the standard odor removerfor the entire disaster restoration industry. And, our unique odor removal formula has been used by many prestigious institutions across the United States including the White House, The Smithsonian Institute, and the World Trade Center.
The Bad Air Sponge is frequently used industrially to eliminate very potent odors including odors due to mold, mildew, sewer gas, cleaning solvents, latex and oil paint fumes, formaldehyde, ammonia, and even human decay. If the Bad Air Sponge can remove and neutralize odors like these, imagine how fresh it will make your air.
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WELLINGTON-After a lengthy illness, John Robert "Deaf John" Jensen, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend, passed from this life surrounded by his loving family at the Veteran's Hospital in Salt Lake City on June 10, 2010.
John was born July 17, 1941 in Spring Glen, Utah to Oliver "Tooter" and Mary Ann Riley Jensen. He married the love of his life, Dianne Gaillard, on May 29, 1968.
A longtime resident of Carbon County, John played baseball as a youth for the Spring Glen "Mudhens". He graduated from Carbon High in 1959, and served in the U.S. Army in West Germany during the Vietnam War. John worked as an auto mechanic for many of the auto dealerships in Price and helped many people with their cars, often at his own expense. He also taught auto mechanics at the College of Eastern Utah in his later years where he took many students under his wing.
John is an award winning poet. Many of his poems can be found around Carbon County, with several being published by the Library of Congress. He was also a John Deere enthusiast and enjoyed driving his beloved tractor and collecting John Deere memorabilia.
John is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Dianne; sons, Michael Jon of Salt Lake, Kevin Lee (Terri) of Magna, and Phillip Jay "PJ" (Shawna) of Helper; granddaughter, Tawna Mary Jensen Yazzie of Salt Lake; great-grandsons, Hunter Michael and Braxton Billy of Salt Lake (to whom he was "Grandpa Mucklehead"); his mother, Mary Jensen of Helper; siblings, June (Cliff) Pessetto of Helper, Richard (Carol) of Albuquerque, N.M., Helen (Allen) Runolfson of American Fork, and Jim (Janet) of Bel Air, Md.; many loving nieces and nephews; and many friends.
John was preceded in death by his father; his mother-in-law and father-in-law; and twin sons Brent R. and Kent J. Jensen.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 18, at Mitchell Funeral Home in Price. The family will be at Mitchell's one hour prior to the service on Friday. Friends and family are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.mitchellfuneralhome.net.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent in John's name to the Homeless Veterans Fellowship, PO Box 1706, Ogden, Utah 84402; or go to www.homelessveterans.org.


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This nine-hole course, located in Sinnissippi Park, offers challenges for advanced golfers and novices. The 3,230-yard course is best known for its hilly layout and tree-lined fairways.
Casino Bingo is the best charity bingo in the area. Thousands of dollars in prizes are awarded each night. You'll find great food, big progressives and electronic gaming equipment.
Since opening its gates in June of 1999, Crestwood's Standard Bank Stadium has been a true staple of Chicago's Southland community. As home to the Frontier League's Windy City ThunderBolts' independent professional baseball team, Standard Bank Stadium has welcomed over 1.4 million fans and continues to provide wholesome, family fun for all ages. With a fixed seating for 2,599 fans, the ballpark also has additional seating in multiple areas to accommodate large groups. With an artificial turf playing surface, an HD video board and a professional sound system, this versatile venue also hosts amateur baseball games and tournaments, an IHSA 3A & 4A Super Sectional tournament, concerts and other community events.
University of Illinois Champaign Urbana
The University of Illinois is a world leader in research, teaching and public engagement. It's distinguished by the breadth of their programs, broad academic excellence and internationally renowned faculty. This Big Ten school offers rich experiences beyond the classroom from the best in performing arts to world-class sports. Discover the scenic campus through tours of the historic buildings and those that are pushing the envelope in technology.
Visitors to Danville can watch special events such as concerts, trade shows, circuses and other performances throughout the year. The arena hosts the annual Dustbowl basketball tournament, Danville Dashers hockey and public ice skating.
This public golf facility, designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., is one of the most challenging courses in the Chicago area. This 18-hole, par 72 c golf course is nestled on 241 acres of beautiful forest, marsh and prairie. This is the first public course in the United States to achieve Audubon Signature Sanctuary certification. Banquet facilities are available to accommodate a wide range of group sizes from small private outings to a full-course tournament. Golfers can spot bluebirds while playing one of the hottest courses in the Chicago area. Driving Range also available.
CITY:Beach Park
Rockford's downtown arena hosts a variety of world-class entertainment, including concerts, circuses, rodeos and family shows. The BMO Harris Bank Center is also home to the Rockford IceHogs, the American Hockey League affiliate of the Chicago Blackhawks.
Prairie Lakes Country Club & Inn
Prairie Lakes offers a 9 hole golf course and a full service restaurant and hotel. Hotel and Golf packages available and banquet facilities. Golf opens daily at 7:00am and the restaurant is open 11:00am - 10:00pm daily. Call for seasonal hours.
Named one of the best courses in the Midwest, this 27-hole course has paved cart paths, fountains and many challenges. There's also a lighted driving range, a pro shop with a pro, and special lodging/golf packages available year round. On the eastern shores of Rend Lake.
Baseball Card Connection offers a wide selection of baseball memorabilia, but that isn't all they have to offer! Items pertaining to football, soccer, NASCAR and more are available as well.
Quail Creek Country Club and Resort
This 18-hole facility is a former PGA Tour site. Quail Creek also features a resort with 34 beautiful room options for golfers and non-golfers. The 19th Hole offers casual and fine dining.
Bonnie Brook Golf Course & Banquet Facility
Bonnie Brook is one of the most popular public courses in Lake County, boasting a meticulously manicured 18-hole course with rolling, wooded terrain. Its natural, picturesque landscape offers golfers the ability to enjoy tree-lined fairways, spacious greens, small lakes and the beauty of the north branch of the Waukegan River, which flows gently throughout the course. With a course length of 6,701 yards, Bonnie Brook offers championship golfers a solid test while being friendly and forgiving to the high handicappers. The clubhouse features a Indoor Golf and Learning Center which houses a P3Proswing Simulator. The simulator and its software helps analyze a player's swing and provides guidance how to improve their game and is available on an appointment basis only.
Benedictine University Sports Complex
This state-of-the-art sports complex includes baseball, softball, track, football, soccer and lacrosse fields. The complex is home to the DuPage Dragons and Chicago Bandits professional fast-pitch softball for women.
Enjoy the fun here that includes laser tag, an arcade room and great pizza.
The largest laser tag arena in the region also includes mini-golf, a big video arcade with the coolest games on the market, and food at D.S.Vespers Sports Pub and Eatery.
Since 1989, Redbird Arena has served as the home of Illinois State University basketball and volleyball and, as its championship banners and retired jerseys overhead suggest, the epicenter of Illinois State's status as "The Home of Champions."
This racing and entertainment facility features concerts, NHRA drag racing events and demolition derbies.
Southern Illinois University Arena
This 10,000-seat facility is located on the beautiful campus of Southern Illinois University Carbondale. The Arena is home to NCAA Division 1 basketball team, the SIU Salukis. The Arena also hosts nationally touring concerts, family shows, theatrical events and circuses.
Northwestern University Ryan Field
Northwestern University Big 10 Football stadium located in Evanston.
Coyote ATV Trail Riders & Junkyard International Raceway
Fifty to 60 trucks carrying ATVs pull in every weekend to ride through the 10 miles of trails. You can also race go-karts on the track.
Trampolines on steriods!! This giant warehouse is filled with commercial grade trampolines that are connected together. Play trampoline basketball, trampoline dodgeball and land in a huge foam pit. Kids of all ages love the fun and completely forget that they are getting exercise. Check out this exciting concept online for more pictures and videos.
CITY:Buffalo Grove
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - An exciting game combining basketball and hockey while driving a bumper car. Use the scoop to pass, shoot and score! Private catering available for groups of 20+.
Watch and bet on telecast thoroughbred and harness racing from all over the United States. A restaurant and lounge offer daily drink and lunch specials.
CITY:East Moline
Professional motorcycle racing. Oldest continuing dirt track in the world. Featuring Spring Poker Run, Annual Busch 600cc National TT, AHRMA TT, Camel Pro Challenge Cup, TT Steeplechase and the annual Turkey Run.
Mid-America's most exciting 1/4 high banked raceway. Come & watch drivers compete in furious side by side stock car racing action. Family fun entertainment where kids under 11 are free!
Join in a game of state-of-the-art laser tag.
Victor E. Court at NIU Convocation Center
Victor E. Court is an auxiliary gym with seating for 800 housed within the NIU Convocation Center. VEC is the home for Huskie volleyball, wrestling and gymnastic home matches. The facility also provides additional practice space for the NIU basketball teams.
Golf the two championship 18-hole courses, one nine-hole executive course, or play in the racquetball courts. Longer hitters often prefer the North Course. From the back tee, it's close to 7,000 yards. For those looking for a challenge off the tee, but prefer less sand and water, this is the course for you.
CITY:Orland Park
Illinois' largest family entertainment center. Year round: bowling, bumper cars, roller skating, arcade, lazer tag and Rock-n-Roll mini golf. Seasonal: western trails miniature golf, go-karts, batting cages, soccer cages, jumpshot, Water Wars and bumper boats.
Southern Illinois Miners Rent One Park
The Southern Illinois Miners Rent One Park is the stadium where The Southern Illinois Miners Frontier league baseball team plays from May through September.
The Quad City Mallards are a minor league professional ice hockey team based in the Quad Cities area of Illinois. The Mallards are a member of the Central Hockey League, competing in the CHL's Berry Conference. Named in honor of the Mallards team that played in the United Hockey League from 1995 to 2007, the current Mallards debuted in 2009 in the International Hockey League before joining the CHL for the 2010-2011 season after the CHL and IHL merged. The Mallards play their home games at i wireless Center in Moline, IL.
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.
Northwestern University Spectator Sports
The Northwestern Wildcats offer some of the best Division 1 college sports action in the Midwest, featuring 19 teams and competing in the Big Ten Conference.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Ralph Korte Stadium & Sports Complex
This 3,000-seat venue is home of the SIUE track & field and soccer programs. The complex, which has hosted the NCAA Division II Championships on three occasions, is completely lighted and has a seperate throwing area for field events.
Memorial Stadium at the University of Illinois
Memorial Stadium, home to Fighting Illini Football, seating 60,670, was built in 1923 as a memorial to Illinois men and women who gave their lives for their country during World War I. Their names appear on 200 columns that support the east and west sides of the stadium. For the 2013 season, a new high-definition video display measuring 36 feet tall by 96 feet wide was installed in the south horseshoe.
Come feel the thrill of the chill at the Rocket Ice Arena, offering programs for all ages and ability levels in figure skating and hockey.
Established in 1929, the Leo Donovan Golf Course is an oasis in the city. Beautiful rolling, irrigated terrain combines with water and bunkers to make a 6,168 yard, 18 hole course preferred by golfers with diverse handicaps. Donovan Golf Course is part of the Peoria Park District Golf system.
A great location if you want to race your car or bring the whole family out to experience a racing event. Please visit their website to gain knowledge on all their rules and disclaimers for racers.
CITY:Maple Park
An 18-hole championship course cut thru 10,000 oak trees, with water hazards on 9 of 18 holes, complete clubhouse bar and restaurant. Chicagoland Golf 5 Star rated facility.
Peoria Push is an all female flat track roller derby league that was founded March 2010. The mission of the Peoria Push Derby Dames (the "Push") is to create a charitable organization to benefit the public interest and provide an opportunity to build a positive relationship with women in the community through the sport of roller derby. We intend to empower women by continuing to demonstrate that women of all walks of life can be strong and independent, while managing career and personal lives. We are a not-for-profit charitable organization using roller derby as a vehicle to strengthen the community. No part of the organization's net earnings will inure to the benefit of private shareholders or individuals. The Push is not organized for or operating for the benefit of private interests. It is a skater owned and operated roller derby league, in compliance with the WFTDA requirements.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Vadalabene Center
The Vadalabene Center on the Division I campus at SIUE is a flexible venue with seating for 4,000. The main gym can be configured for several different court setups: three full-sized basketball, six volleyball or five badminton. The center is also home to the SIUE wrestling program.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Cougar Field and SimmonsCooper Baseball Complex
These newly constructed additions to the sports facilities at SIUE serve as the home of the softball and baseball teams, respectively.
Autobahn Country Club is the 4th largest road course in the US. We have multiple public driving events and programs including Go Karting.
The home of Saluki basketball is the Southern Illinois University Carbondale Arena, a 10,000-seat facility that also hosts national touring concerts, family shows, theatrical events and circuses.
You've seen them race, now drive in real stock cars that have been used in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. At the Dale Jarrett Racing Adventure, you can drive around Chicagoland Speedway at speeds over 170 mph. Or you can choose the Ride-Along to experience the thrill of NASCAR racing like never before as a professional driver thunders you around the track. In 2014, the Dale Jarrett Racing Adventure will be at Chicagoland Speedway June 14-15 and August 16-17. See their site for more details.
This authentic dirt racetrack offers minor races from May to mid-September.
Blackhawk Farms Raceway challenges both amateur, as well as, professional drivers. They have everything from autocross and driver's schools, to wheel-to wheel racing. They have a variety of participating car, motorcycle, bicycle & kart organizations such as SCCA, Midwestern Council, River Valley Kart Club, Championship Cup Series, Porsche Club of America Chicago Region, Burnham Racing and Xtreme Xperience to name but a few. Spectators are always welcome.
CITY:South Beloit
Sluggers World Class Sports Bar and Grill
Since 1985 Sluggers World Class Sports Bar and Grill has been giving the Wrigleyville area a place to go for much more than just a drink. We have 6-12 foot big screens and over 30 TV's to see your all of your favorite sports teams in glorious HD! Upstairs we have a full indoor sports complex with batting cages, trampoline basketball, electronic football, basketball, ski simulator, golf, Skee ball, virtual driving games, air hockey and much much more. We have a full menu that includes Burgers, Pizza, Salads and a bunch of Appetizers. We even have an outdoor patio for those beautiful Chicago summer days. Come and visit us here at Sluggers and we promise you will not be bored!
At Rivets Stadium, you'll find first-class baseball, big-league excitement, a friendly staff, delicious food, and affordable fun for the entire family! Rivets Stadium opened in 2006 where it was originally the host to the Rockford Riverhawks of the Frontier League. The Rivets took over the stadium in the fall of 2015 after the demise of the Rockford Aviators. It has also been home to the Rockford University Regents baseball team since 2007. The stadium has 3,279 seats, but can host crowds of over 4,000.
CITY:Loves Park
The People's Choice Family Fun Center of Waukegan
The Fun Center consists of a 43,000 sq. ft. entertainment facility offering over 150 redemption and arcade games, a Redemption Area with over 1,000 items from which to choose, Rocky's Pizzeria, a Food Court, Hershey's® Ice Cream Shoppe, a main Party Area with a 12 ft. movie screen, three private party rooms for birthdays, showers, meetings or any occasion and Rocky's Fun House Miniature Golf. Video gaming also available.
We would be lying if we didn't say that Saluki Stadium is one of the best college stadiums in the Midwest. Constructed in 2010, this facility is home to the NCAA Division One SIU Football Team and can seat up to 15,000 fans. Enjoy the afternoon with sports, tailgating and more at the Saluki Stadium.
Richard Petty Driving Experience
Experience NASCAR racing firsthand at Chicagoland Speedway in an "adrenaline pumping thrill of a lifetime." Suit up and get behind the wheel of a real stock car as you drive 155 mph around the track, or ride shotgun and feel the rumble of 600 horses as you motor down the same asphalt driven by NASCAR drivers. In 2014, the Richard Petty Driving Experience will be at Chicagoland Speedway May 16-18, July 25-27, and September 19-21. See their site for more details.
Just 20 minutes west of downtown Chicago, Maywood Park features live standardbred horse racing action on a ½ mile oval every Thursday and Friday night all year round. Live race post times are 7:10pm. General Parking is free.
CITY:Melrose Park
Let Aurora Skate Center share the joy of roller skating in a family-friendly environment. They pride themselves with offering something for everyone, from the little ones to adults who have been skating for years. Home of the Aurora 88s, Aurora Skate Center takes pride in their professional-quality hardwood maple "floating" floor. On Mondays they host a live organ-music dance session with Frank Pellico, organist for the Chicago Blackhawks, playing the only triple-deck Hammond X-66 Pipe Organ (w/ 26-ranks of pipes) in the country. See Friday and Saturday night on the "Daily Calendar" for "Fresh Fridays" and "Old vs. New School Saturdays!" See their web site for more events and details.
This family amusement center has more than 78 free and five-cent games; 40 redemption games that dispense tickets for prizes; and 30 video and novelty games.
269-acre sports facility that offers upscale banquets, weddings, corporate picnics, golf and polo outings for 250-400 people. Tents can be added for larger groups.
CITY:Oak Brook
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Elmhurst College is home to a state of the art high tech conference and event facility that can host groups from 20 - 900 people. The campus also boasts a first-rate sports facility in an arboretum-like setting.
Go-karts, mini golf, bumper boats, a driving range and a game room are the draw at this entertainment center.
CITY:Sugar Grove
Sudden Impact has been a locally owned and operated paintball field since 1992. The motto since day one has been "Safety First". The 100 acres has 3 wooded fields, and 3 concept fields - hyperball, airball, and a 2010 Race 2 style field is a perfect place for any one to try paintballing!
Northern Illinois University "NIU" Convocation Center
Northern Illinois University's 10,000 seat Convocation Center is a $36 million multipurpose facility that hosts a variety of events such as concerts, family shows, theatrical productions, commencement ceremonies, job fairs, trade shows and NIU Huskie Division I athletic events (basketball, volleyball, track, gymnastics and wrestling). The NIU Convocation Center hosts 200+ events per year.
There's no place quite like it! From hand-crafted tables and world class pocket billiards to the vast array of games in the Million Dollar Midway, D&B will provide one of the most unique entertainment outings you'll ever experience.
Stock car races, drag races and demolition derbies are regular events at this speedway.
A fun and exciting play land offering 10 inflatable play structures, four party rooms and two age-appropriate play areas.
This rooftop overlooking Wrigley Field is home to the iconic "EAMUS CATULI!" sign (Latin for "GO CUBS!"). Unlike the other rooftops, the Lakeview Baseball Club is a private club, which means you have to become a member to purchase rooftop tickets. Located just beyond the right field bleachers, this rooftop includes a climate-controlled clubroom, 100 outdoor bleacher seats and two different levels that offer stunning views of Wrigley Field.
Rusty Wallace Driving Experience
No matter what your need for speed, you'll find it at the Rusty Wallace Driving Experience. You can get your basic adrenaline rush from the "Taste of Speed" racing experience at Chicagoland Speedway. Or ramp things up with the "Advance Racing" option that puts you behind the wheel of a race car powered by a TRD engine—the same one used in Rusty Wallace's Nationwide cars. In 2014, the Rusty Wallace Driving Experience will be at Chicagoland Speedway April 26-27, May 24-26, June 20-22, August 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, and October 18, 19, 25, 26. See their site for more details.
Features a distinctive entertainment and dining venue. Celebrate "sophisticated fun" in our warm and inviting 45,000 square-foot indoor/outdoor facility complete with 20 bowling lanes and 10 bocce courts. Exceptional Italian-American bistro with wine cellar, outdoor patio, fireplace, and beautifully appointed event and party rooms that can accommodate groups from 20-600.
President-elect Barack Obama is an avowed fan of the Chicago White Sox, and is often seen wearing a White Sox baseball cap. U.S. Cellular features an exploding scoreboard, an old-time facade, complete with arches and over 40,000 unobstructed-view seats.
Multi-purpose arena, home of the Chicago Bulls (NBA) and the Chicago Blackhawks (NHL). Other events - concerts, ice shows, circus, etc.
The Rockford IceHogs are a professional ice hockey team that plays in the American Hockey League.They began play during the 2007–08 AHL season at the BMO Harris Bank Center in Rockford, IL. They are the top affiliate of the Chicago Blackhawks of the NHL.
Golf Learning Center and Academy
All-weather heated and lighted driving range that recreates golf course hole layouts. Indoor and outdoor practice greens, indoor hitting stations and a 9-hole pitch and putt course.
This soccer facility has 10 fields for grades K-12. 4 Fields are large enough for adult games. Bleacher seating available on the 6 larger fields and seats approximately 40 per team. There are 2 large picnic shelters, playground equipment and a concession stand. Parking for 400 is available.
The Chicago Wolves are a professional hockey team that plays 38 regular-season home games each year at Allstate Arena in Rosemont. The Wolves have won four league championships in their 21-year history and have posted a winning record every single season. Famous players such as Chris Chelios, Al Secord, Troy Murray, Eddie Olczyk and Brent Sopel enjoyed stints in the Wolves' Burgundy and Gold.
Chicagoland's premier family fun center. Home for all day family fun: soccer, go-karts, mini-golf, indoor golf, batting cages, 4-station bungee and coconut tree climb. Try their new bungee ejection ride!!
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Brunswick Zone in Naperville offers bowling, billiards, an arcade/game room, Laser Tag, Bumper Cars plus meeting space for corporate parties, team-building and special events.
Spend the day tackling go-karts, miniature golf, batting cages, bumper boats and a video arcade.
Brunswick's Buffalo Grove and Tavern '45
This 56,000-square-foot upscale bowling and entertainment center, offers a comfortable and lively atmosphere to enjoy the company of good friends. 32 lanes feature upgraded bowling equipment and plush sofa seating that encourages socialization and connection. A laser tag arena and arcade with multi-player games that are good for the competitive spirit. Food & beverage service is available laneside or in the in-house restaurant, Tavern '45, featuring distinctive American pub fare, local craft beer and an outdoor patio.
CITY:Buffalo Grove
Addison Ice Arena is one of the premier family ice sports complexes in the area, featuring one NHL rink, one Olympic rink, the Grace St. Bar and Grill, and an Advanced Pro Shop.
Indian Mounds Golf Course, formally know as Tee-Up Golf Course, is located in Fairmont City, Illinois. It features 3,381 yards of golf with 5 par 4's and 13 par 3's. Designed by Dave Murray and Jan Freiberg in 1995, our course features narrow, tree-lined fairways, severely undulating bent grass greens in addition to water hazards on many holes. The signature hole is #7, a 183-yard, par 3, requiring a tee shot to a peninsula green.
CITY:Fairmont City
Arrowhead provides extraordinary facilities, spectacular views and customized services. The Clubhouse accommodates from 20 to 300 guests and is the perfect site for private parties, corporate meetings, trade shows, team building or wedding receptions.
Home to Chicago Fire soccer team Toyota Park is a world-class stadium and concert venue located southwest of Chicago, near I-294 & I-55.
Bring a group of friends to play a round of paintball at Fox River Games. Open play or "walk-on" play is recreational play for all ages (age restrictions) and skill levels. Play as an individual or play in groups. Typically we are open every weekend Saturday and Sunday and during the summer we operate on Wednesdays and Fridays too. Please check our website for our operating schedule and specific hours of operation.
Professional caliber 18-hole golf course. Banquets/meetings up to 400 year-round. Four distinct rooms for meetings, seminars or receptions. Accessible from O'Hare Airport and major expressways.
This is a replica of Wrigley Field, complete with ivy, bricks, box seats, dirt and sod from the real Wrigley Field, plus a replica scoreboard and entry sign. It is open for enjoying and exploring at no cost or is also available for rental for birthday parties, picnics, corporate events and more. Rental fees are $45 per hour or $90 for two hours. Reservations may be made at www.littlecubsfield.com. Open: Field:10 am to 7 pm; Gift Shop: May thru October: Saturday and Sunday: 11 am to 5 pm; Friday: 1 pm to 5 pm (June thru August)
The FireZone is the first firehouse adventure providing an imaginatively fun look into the world of firefighting. What better place to go, have fun, and for a couple of hours, become that firefighter!
Regular racing events, including UMP Late Models, UMP Modifies, Sportsman, Street Stocks and Factory Stocks, are held on the 1/4-mile oval. Special events like the World of Outlaw Sprint Cars are raced on the 1/2-mile track.
CITY:Pontoon Beach
This 18-hole course, designed by renowned golf architect Steve Smyers, was named by Travel + Leisure as one of "America's 100 Best Courses for $100 or Less." Kokopelli offers a full-service pro shop, professionals who offer personal golf instruction and an eight-acre practice facility. This course has a restaurant, lounge, and banquet facilities available.
This 18-hole course provides a great test of golf acumen, with rolling terrain and a superb back nine.
This motor raceway located in Lincoln allows a field of 18 different cars, including big buggies, electric bugs, trucks, sprinters and modifieds.
Challenging 27 holes of golf and driving range in a country setting with rolling terrain, water and bunkers.
Championship 9-hole. Perfect course for beginners and teens. Great practice course for all skill levels. Unique Killian and Nugent design.
TopGolf is an interactive high-tech golfing experience like no other. With state-of-the-art equipment, restaurant, and bars, they are able to take care of your every recreation, social, and event need.
CITY:Wood Dale
Challenging and scenic 18-hole golf course that offers the public a fantastic practice facility with lighted driving range and natural grass tees. PGA golf instructors on staff to help improve your game. In addition, we can help you plan the perfect golf outing, small wedding or special event. Or stop by the Fireside Grill for breakfast, lunch, dinner or Friday fish fry.
Annbriar is an 18-hole, par 72 course. There is always a new reason to enjoy a day of golf and fun times with family and friends at Annbriar Golf Course. Golf is the ideal way to enjoy the outdoors and the company of others. Annbriar also welcomes golfers and all other patrons to our Smokehouse Restaurant, which is open daily. Our Smokehouse Restaurant is the perfect place to host tournament dinners, family parties, meetings, and other events.
The challenging 18-hole layout spans 90 acres of superbly manicured fairways and greens with 14 beautiful lakes to negotiate during a round. Features clubhouse, snack bar area, pro shop, and patio area.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Seventy-mile per hour riseballs, 240-foot frozen ropes, soft hands and lightning-quick reactions all wound into seven feverish innings of gritty, gutsy, fast-paced action. Welcome to hard-hittin', fast-pitchin', affordable family fun. Welcome to National Pro Fastpitch! Come out and chear on the teams!
Located in Maryville, this facility has an indoor arcade, batting cages and lots more fun for kids. Alfonzo's Restaurant is right next door for pizza lovers.


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Michael Keith Vibbert, 33, of Anson, Texas, passed away Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012.
He was born Nov. 3, 1979, in Indianapolis, Ind., to Herbert (Fonda Stout-Frantz) Vibbert and Debra (Mark Brewer) Beers. He was married to Courtney (Crim) Vibbert and daughters, Kasey and Olivia Vibbert, Anson, Texas, survive. Mike was an exceptional Dad, who loved his girls and was a loving husband.
He is survived by sisters, April Vibbert and Kathy Vibbert of Indianapolis, Ind., Amy Frantz of Gadsden, Ala.; brothers, Joey Vibbert of Indianapolis, Ind., Hosi Keith of Illinois, Eston Vibbert of Ky., Jeff Frantz of Harrisburg and Brandon Frantz, Alton; several nieces and nephews; aunts; uncles; and cousins.
Service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 14, 2012, at Flanner and Buchanan-Floral Park, 425 North Holt Road, Indianapolis, Ind. 46222. Visitation is 11 a.m. until service time.
Online condolences may be made at www.flannerbuchanan.com
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