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Useful WordPress Tools, Themes And Plugins
- By Vitaly Friedman
- March 22nd, 2012
- 68 Comments
If you're looking for some great ways to improve your WordPress workflow, read on for a massive collection of free themes, plugins, tools and tutorials. These resources were all linked via the Smashing Magazine Twitter stream, Facebook stream, and other social-media streams around the Web.
These resources have now been organized and consolidated for easy reference to help you get the most out of the world's most popular publishing platform. We hope that you'll find these resources helpful and valuable.
Free WordPress Themes Link
There are probably a billion WordPress themes available these days. But not all of them are worth using or even looking at. Fortunately our readers send in some amazing and beautifully designed themes for us to check out and share. So without further ado, here are some of the best WordPress themes we've discovered along the way, neatly summarized and linked for your surfing pleasure.
Free HTML 4.01/HTML5 WordPress Theme: Spectacular1
A free WordPress theme that aims to provide a warm and pleasurable atmosphere for personal musings and ramblings.
Suburbia 1.1 WordPress Theme3
Suburbia is a free premium WordPress theme for magazines. The layout is very clean and flexible and designed in a modest and minimalistic style.
Portfolium 1.1 WordPress Theme5
Portfolium can be used on portfolio websites or blogs and has a minimalistic design that is perfect as is or as a foundation for your custom design.
Roots WordPress Theme7
Roots is a starting WordPress theme made for developers that is based on HTML5 Boilerplate, Starkers, and the most popular CSS frameworks.
NeueGrafik: A Free Modern WordPress Theme9
This theme is totally unique and simple, it's great for any graphic designer, illustrator or photographer to showcase their portfolio.
Free Minimal Swiss Design WordPress Themes (4 Themes)11
In this post the authors release yet another freebie: an original set of four exclusive minimal, clean WordPress themes designed by Marios Lublinski and released for the Web design community.
Modernist: Free WordPress theme with focus on typography13
Yet another freebie: a beautiful Modernist WordPress theme, designed by Rodrigo Galindez, and released for Smashing Magazine and its readers. This theme is based on the design ideas of Jan Tschichold, Josef Müller-Brockmann, Dieter Rams, and other modernists.
Free E-Commerce WordPress Theme: Balita: Smashing Magazine15
In this post the authors release yet another freebie: the Balita WordPress theme, a theme dedicated to shops that sell products for children.
Ari WordPress Theme17
A free WordPress theme for WordPress 3.0+ and translation-ready.
WordPress Anniversary Theme19
On January 25, 2003, a seemingly one-off comment by "Mike" on Matt Mullenweg's blog started a chain reaction that resulted in the creation of WordPress. Today, WordPress powers millions of blogs and websites, making it incredibly easy to build a website!
Academica: Free WordPress 3.0 Theme For Educational Websites — Smashing Magazine21
A free WordPress theme designed specifically for educational websites such as universities, schools, etc.
Landing pages, squeeze pages, sales pages, and A/B testing made easy for WordPress23
The authors deliver high-quality premium WordPress themes and plugins that make it easy to take your website to the next level.
Bubblog Theme25
A modern, clean WordPress theme. It has a management console, is widget ready, advertisement ready, and is an easily customizable theme to use.
Grid Portfolio Theme26
Beautiful minimal and modern WordPress themes. Design for illustrators, photographers and graphic designers. The focus should be on your work, not the theme.
Foghorn Theme27
Foghorn is a minimalist WordPress theme built off of the foundation of Twenty Eleven. It has a custom options panel for switching layouts, removing sidebars, uploading a logo, and changing footer text.
Free Designer Theme28
Beautiful minimal and modern WordPress themes. Designs for illustrators, photographers and graphic designers. The focus should be on your work, not the theme.
Free WordPress 3.1 Theme: Splendio (With PSD Sources)29
A new freebie: a beautiful theme, designed by Vlad and Elena Scanteie which was developed exclusively for Smashing Magazine and its readers.
Free HTML 5 Responsive WordPress Theme for Photographers30
Photum is a theme to use with WordPress that will turn your site into a clean portfolio that you can use to show off your photos.
WordPress Plugins Link
Besides themes, plugins are another way to customize your WordPress website with advanced functionality and interactivity. As with themes, there are plugins for just about everything you can possibly imagine. But also like themes, it can be difficult to sift through the fluff, and find those gems that truly improve your website.
When you do find a WordPress plugin that's great, you just have to share it with others in the community. So put on your plugin-checking goggles, because it's about to get interesting!
The Sweet Plugin: User Switching31
Today's Sweet Plugin is User Switching, which has quickly become one of my all-time favorite plugins. It allows admins to easily switch to another user, skipping the log-in / log-out process, which can become quite time-consuming for testing the websites of different users. This is one plugin that is seriously worth checking out.
Event Organizer33
Event Organiser adds event management that integrates well with your WordPress site. By using WordPress' in-built 'custom post type', this plug-in allows you to create events that have the same functionality as posts, while adding further features that allow you to manage your events.
Ninja Forms: A New Free Plugin for Creating Forms in WordPress34
Every website needs forms – it's an integral part of visitor/customer communication. However, custom forms can be a downright pain to code.
Bookings WordPress plugin35
Bookings is a WordPress plugin allowing you to provide online booking services for your website.
Bcrypt WordPress Plugin: Store A Password Safely37
bcrypt uses a variant of the Blowfish encryption algorithm's keying schedule, and introduces a work factor, which allows you to determine how expensive the hash function will be. Because of this, bcrypt can keep up with Moore's law. As computers get faster, you can increase the work factor and the hash will get slower.
Pricing Table WordPress Plugin39
WordPress Pricing Table plugin will help the admin to publish a pricing table on your WordPress page, or even to post content to it. WordPress Pricing Table plugin has a full-featured (but easy to use) administration option to create a pricing table.
Anti-Splog WordPress Plugins41
The ultimate plugin and service to stop and kill splogs in WordPress Multisite and BuddyPress, from WPMU DEV.
Email Address Encoder WordPress Plugin43
A lightweight plugin to protect email addresses from email-harvesting robots by encoding them into decimal and hexadecimal entities.
Wordless Speed Optimization WordPress plugin45
Wordless is an opinionated WordPress plugin that dramatically speeds up and enhances your custom themes creation.
Leaflet Maps Marker WordPress Plugin47
The WordPress plugin "Leaflet Maps Marker" allows you to pin, organize and show your favorite places through OpenStreetMap on your blog and via different APIs on external websites or apps
Front End Upload WordPress Plugin49
A WordPress plugin that facilitates adding a client upload form to your site with the least friction possible, something you can literally activate, implement with a shortcode, and leave it at that if you wanted. Enter Front End Upload.
A feature-rich, completely integrated and scalable forum plugin for WordPress.
More Fields WordPress Plugins
More Fields is a WordPress plugin that adds boxes to the Write / Edit page. These boxes contains input fields, so that additional (more) fields can be added to a post. For example, if you write about books, you can add a box where you can enter the title and the author, etc. The boxes can be placed either to the right or to the left of the Write / Edit page.
Usernoise Modal Feedback: A WordPress Contact Form53
WordPress websites are always in need of a good contact form. Are you looking for a feedback / contact form that works right out of the box? Should it have an attractive aesthetic, with a simple yet full-featured form? Look no further than the free Usernoise Modal Feedback Contact Form plugin.
WordPress SEO by Yoast, version 1.055
The SEO plugin by Yoast helps all our editors add SEO juice to their post fast and easy. Editors should focus on writing content, not gaming results. But they are the ones most suitable to write descriptions and titles for their own stories. This plug-in allows them to do just that without needing an SEO expert to walk them through the process. An invaluable tool for any professional blog.
Michael Fields » Post Format Queries
WP Document Revisions — Document Management for WordPress57
WP Document Revisions is a document management and version control plugin for the popular content management system, WordPress. Built for time-sensitive and mission-critical projects, teams can collaboratively edit files in any format — text documents, spreadsheets, images, sheet music… anything, while seamlessly tracking the document's progress as it moves through your organization's existing workflow.
WordPress Tools Link
Beyond themes and plugins, there are tools and resources to further help with improving the presentation, organization, and functionality of your WordPress-powered website. Here is our growing collection of WordPress tools that we've collected from around the Web:
ManageWP: Manage WordPress Websites From One Dashboard59
ManageWP helps you manage all your WordPress sites from one location, keeping them updated and secure.
WordPress Mobile Pack60
The WordPress Mobile Pack is a complete toolkit to help mobilize your WordPress website and blog. It includes a mobile switcher to select themes based on the type of user that is visiting the website, a selection of mobile themes, extra widgets, device adaptation, and a mobile administration panel to allow users to edit their website, or write new posts when they are out and about.
HTML5 Boilerplate for WordPress62
This theme is built on the HTML5 Boilerplate by Paul Irish and Divya Manian. The sole purpose of this theme is to save developers the time it takes to apply the HTML5 Boilerplate to WordPress. The "HTML5 Boilerplate" name is used with permission from Paul Irish.
Default WordPress Generated CSS Cheat Sheet for Beginners64
The goal of this cheat sheet is to assist beginners who are looking to get into WordPress theme styling.
Web Design WordPress Function List
A very detailed WordPress 4.0+ Template Tag Reference Guide
WordPress TextMate Bundle66
The WordPress TextMate Bundle is a TextMate bundle that is built with the sole purpose of reducing the amount of time spent digging around the WordPress core to look up those little things that we work with every day.
WordPress Initialization68
A very comprehensive reference on the WordPress initialization process.
Wonderflux — a free, open source theme framework for WordPress70
The framework contains over 100 hooks, including a unique set of dynamic location aware hooks. This allows you to insert pretty much any content or code in a variety of different views and situations anywhere in your theme output easily. There are also countless filters and parameters within the display functions available in Wonderflux.
WordPress Widget Boilerplate71
The WordPress Widget Boilerplate features file organization, documented code, and is built with the WordPress API for best practices.
Instant WordPress
Instant WordPress is a complete standalone, portable WordPress development environment. It turns any Windows machine into a WordPress development server. It can even run from a USB key.
Reverie: Versatile HTML5 WordPress Framework73
Reverie Framework is an extremely versatile HTML5 WordPress framework based on ZURB's Foundation, a powerful tool for building prototypes on any kind of device. Reverie follows HTML5 Boilerplate standards, and is hNews microformat ready. It is optimized for search engines, while at the same time improves readability.
WordPress Command Line75
A set of tools for controlling WordPress installations from the command line.
WordPress Tutorials Link
Wrapping up these super-useful themes, plugins, and tutorials, here is a hand-picked collection of some great WordPress tutorials:
Using TextMate for WordPress Code Cleanup77
In this post, the author will show you how to add two useful commands to TextMate, then move through the steps taken for theme code cleanup, finally putting the commands into practice.
Force Reload of Scripts and Stylesheets in your Plugin or Theme79
If you're developing a WordPress theme or plugin you may have had the problem that scripts or stylesheets are not reloaded from the source when you refresh the page because they are cached somewhere on the way from the server to the browser. This quick tutorial explains how to force reload of scripts and stylesheets in your plugin or theme.
WordPress Internals: How WordPress Boots Up — Theme.fm81
The authors have written their own Twitter (or other service feed plugins / widgets), to those who are simply interested in PHP and software architecture. They invite you to join us on a journey deep into WordPress core code.
Importing WordPress Users via CSV Files83
Conceptually, the idea is simple: import the data to create actual users for a WordPress-powered website. The trick is to clean up the data as much as possible to ensure valid username and password information. Once the data is good, importing it is easy, using a plugin.
How to Redirect Logged-In Users85
WordPress provides a variety of ways to redirect logged-in users. In this DiW post, we explain each of these methods along with some useful tips and tricks along the way. These techniques enable you to redirect logged-in users to internal pages, external pages, and even return them to the current page.
How to Build a Shortened URL Service with WordPress Custom Post Type87
The point of this tutorial is to push the limits of WordPress, and that's going to take some real thought!
Ajax-Powered Error Logs for WordPress88
This tutorial shows you how to set up dynamic error monitoring on any typical website. But the script will require some tweaking to get it to work with WordPress.
Scaling WordPress for High-Traffic89
This talk (presented by Envato's very own developer extraordinaire, Ryan Allen), will detail some of the potential pitfalls and solutions when maintaining massive WordPress blogs, such as "Tuts+".
How to optimize plugin loading
This tutorial is primarily for plugin developers, but it can also be useful reading for anyone working with WordPress, to help them better understand how plugins load, and what can be done to improve them.
WordPress Optimization91
There are many reasons why you may want to optimize your WordPress blog — primarily, you want your website to load quickly. That of course encompasses a number of other things such as wanting to make sure your website can handle large volumes of traffic without choking, and making sure your website's processes aren't being killed due to using too many server resources.
WordPress HTTP API — easily GET or POST in WordPress93
The WordPress HTTP API makes fetching from (or posting to) remote servers a breeze. It does this by allowing you to be transport agnostic when you either fetch or post something. The HTTP API will choose the fastest and most reliable method out of the five different transports available in PHP. It will take care of discovering what transports are allowed on that server at that time.
Admin Bar Tricks94
In this DigWP post, the authors round up a ton of tips, tricks, and plugins for ultimately mastering the WordPress admin bar.
Optimizing WordPress Permalinks with htaccess95
The topic of this post is how to use htaccess to optimize WordPress permalinks.
Writing Unit Tests For WordPress Plugins97
This article shows you how to integrate unit tests into your WordPress plugin, where to write unit tests, and how they can help you.
How to Setup Your Own Nginx Powered WordPress Server98
Nginx is a Web server software that allows your server to serve files. Nginx is fairly new to Web server work, relative to other popular Web servers. If you look at the graph below, you can see Apache as the "top dog" (going all the way back to before 1995), while Nginx just started showing up in March, 2007.
Group WordPress Project: A Purpose & A Name100
This time, the author is looking to narrow things down a bit, and needs your help to determine the overall purpose of the theme, and to start thinking about a possible name.
How To Create Custom Post Meta Boxes In WordPress102
Creating custom meta boxes is extremely simple — at least it is once you've created your first one using the tools baked into WordPress' core code. In this tutorial, the author will walk you through everything you need to know about meta boxes.
How to use Ajax in WordPress104
AJAX is the technology that lets you update the contents of a page without actually having to reload that page in the browser.
How to Sync A Local And Remote WordPress Blog105
If you prefer to work on your WordPress projects locally, but have to get them to sync remotely, then this tutorial is for you.
WordPress Multisite: Practical Functions And Methods107
Multisite is a powerful new feature that arrived with the release of WordPress 3.0. It allows website managers to host multiple independent websites with a single installation of WordPress.
The Definitive Check List for Publishing Your WordPress Plugin109
This tutorial will guide you through publishing your plugin in the WordPress plugin directory. It works as a check list to help you make sure the plugin will be ready for the prime time by the time you hit publish.
Last Click Link
40 Keyboard Shortcuts to Use in the WordPress Editor111
A detailed overview of keyboard shortcuts that you can use when writing your posts with WordPress.
WordPress functions.php Snippets112
This quick reference lets you quickly build various functions that you might need for your next WordPress project.
WordPress Snippets113
A growing repository of code snippets for WordPress developers.
Huge Collection of Code Snippets: .htaccess, PHP, WordPress, jQuery, HTML, CSS115
Another huge repository of useful WordPress snippets.
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Footnotes Link
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- 5 http://wpshower.com/free-wordpress-themes/portfolium-free-wordpress-theme/
- 6 http://wpshower.com/free-wordpress-themes/portfolium-free-wordpress-theme/
- 7 http://www.rootstheme.com/
- 8 http://www.rootstheme.com/
- 9 http://www.onextrapixel.com/2011/03/14/neuegrafik-a-free-modern-wordpress-theme/
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- 11 https://www.smashingmagazine.com/2011/01/27/free-minimal-swiss-design-wordpress-themes-4-themes/
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- 13 https://www.smashingmagazine.com/2010/08/21/modernist-free-wordpress-theme-with-focus-on-typography/
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- 17 http://www.elmastudio.de/wordpress-themes/ari/
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- 19 http://www.wpanniversarytheme.com/
- 20 http://www.wpanniversarytheme.com/
- 21 https://www.smashingmagazine.com/2010/08/29/academica-free-wordpress-theme-for-educational-websites/
- 22 https://www.smashingmagazine.com/2010/08/29/academica-free-wordpress-theme-for-educational-websites/
- 23 http://maxfoundry.com/
- 24 http://maxfoundry.com/
- 25 http://wpcorner.com/bubblog-theme/
- 26 http://www.dessign.net/grid-portfolio-theme-free/
- 27 http://wptheming.com/foghorn/
- 28 http://www.dessign.net/designer-theme-free/
- 29 https://www.smashingmagazine.com/2011/05/30/free-wordpress-3-1-theme-splendio-with-psd-sources/
- 30 http://photographicblog.com/free-responsive-wordpress-theme-for-photographers/
- 31 http://wpcandy.com/broadcasts/the-sweet-plugin/user-switching
- 32 http://wpcandy.com/broadcasts/the-sweet-plugin/user-switching
- 33 http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/event-organiser/
- 34 http://wpmu.org/ninja-forms-a-new-free-plugin-for-creating-forms-in-wordpress/
- 35 http://www.zingiri.net/plugins-and-addons/bookings/
- 36 http://www.zingiri.net/plugins-and-addons/bookings/
- 37 http://codahale.com/how-to-safely-store-a-password/
- 38 http://codahale.com/how-to-safely-store-a-password/
- 39 http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/pricing-table/
- 40 http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/pricing-table/
- 41 http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/anti-splog/
- 42 http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/anti-splog/
- 43 http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/email-address-encoder/
- 44 http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/email-address-encoder/
- 45 https://github.com/welaika/wordless
- 46 https://github.com/welaika/wordless
- 47 http://www.mapsmarker.com/
- 48 http://www.mapsmarker.com/
- 49 http://mondaybynoon.com/20120102/announcing-front-end-upload-wordpress-plugin/
- 50 http://mondaybynoon.com/20120102/announcing-front-end-upload-wordpress-plugin/
- 51 http://simple-press.com/
- 52 http://simple-press.com/
- 53 http://wpmu.org/usernoise-modal-feedback-a-free-wordpress-contact-form-that-just-works/
- 54 http://wpmu.org/usernoise-modal-feedback-a-free-wordpress-contact-form-that-just-works/
- 55 http://yoast.com/wordpress-seo-stable/
- 56 http://yoast.com/wordpress-seo-stable/
- 57 http://ben.balter.com/2011/08/29/wp-document-revisions-document-management-version-control-wordpress/
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- 59 http://managewp.com/
- 60 http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/wordpress-mobile-pack/
- 61 http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/wordpress-mobile-pack/
- 62 https://github.com/zencoder/html5-boilerplate-for-wordpress
- 63 https://github.com/zencoder/html5-boilerplate-for-wordpress
- 64 http://www.wpbeginner.com/wp-themes/default-wordpress-generated-css-cheat-sheet-for-beginners/
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- 66 http://top-frog.com/projects/wordpress-textmate-bundle/
- 67 http://top-frog.com/projects/wordpress-textmate-bundle/
- 68 http://humanshell.net/wordpress/wordpress-initialization/
- 69 http://humanshell.net/wordpress/wordpress-initialization/
- 70 http://wonderflux.com/
- 71 http://moreco.de/wordpress-widget-boilerplate/
- 72 http://moreco.de/wordpress-widget-boilerplate/
- 73 http://themefortress.com/reverie/
- 74 http://themefortress.com/reverie/
- 75 https://github.com/andreascreten/wp-cli
- 76 https://github.com/andreascreten/wp-cli
- 77 http://themeshaper.com/2010/05/20/using-textmate-for-wordpress-code-cleanup/
- 78 http://themeshaper.com/2010/05/20/using-textmate-for-wordpress-code-cleanup/
- 79 http://wpengineer.com/2292/force-reload-of-scripts-and-stylesheets-in-your-plugin-or-theme/
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- 81 http://theme.fm/2011/09/wordpress-internals-how-wordpress-boots-up-2315/
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- 83 http://perishablepress.com/press/2010/11/04/importing-wordpress-users-via-csv-files/
- 84 http://perishablepress.com/press/2010/11/04/importing-wordpress-users-via-csv-files/
- 85 http://digwp.com/2011/08/how-to-redirect-logged-in-users/
- 86 http://digwp.com/2011/08/how-to-redirect-logged-in-users/
- 87 http://wp.tutsplus.com/tutorials/build-a-short-url-service-with-wordpress-custom-post-types/
- 88 http://perishablepress.com/ajax-error-log-wordpress/
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- 93 http://yoast.com/wp-best-practice/wordpress-http-api/
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Man Escapes After 4-Hour S.W.A.T. Standoff
It started when police received a shots fired call around around 10:00 this morning.
Police were told the suspect, 23-year-old Juan Rivas, fled to a home on the 500 block of North Elm Street.
A SWAT team team from Yakima was called in after they believe Rivas, a known gang member, barricaded himself in.
Officers were able to arrest several people who were also holed up in the home, however, Rivas had already fled and was nowhere to be found.
One neighbor says she is worried the suspect may still be at large, and could return to the area.
"My biggest concern is that the got away, and you don't know what's going to happen," said Carrie Measel, "It's kind of scary to know that he got away because it might happen again, and then someone might end up hurt [this time]."
"We know that he's been around the valley," said Toppenish Police Chief Adam Diaz, "We hope that he turns up, and if anyone has any information on where he's staying, they call the police department, and we'll be out looking for him."
Neighbors tell us the home has been visited by police in the past, however, today's standoff was the largest response so far.
Both Toppenish Middle School and Lincoln Elementary School were placed on full lockdown during the standoff.
Kids were able to return home on time.


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Sailboat Pool
- Overview
Ready for splishing and splashing on a hot summer day, this colorful sailboat provides endless possibilities for fun while cooling off.
- 85.5" wide x 47" deep x 52" high
- Requires a pump to inflate (not included).
- Ages 3 years and up.
- Vinyl repair kit included.
- Dimensions & Care
- Wash with warm, soapy water.
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text: The pleasure of geometry is evident in the jewellery forms of Georg Dobler, whose earlier three-dimensional wire 'diagrams' floated like scaffolding on the topography of the body. The Euclidean nature of these works has given way to an exploration of the qualities of crystals and stones, and the imposition of cutting and lapidary on our perception of them. Brooch – composed of three amethyst slices in a dynamic, almost mechanical arrangement of shapes on a dull, silver matrix – hints at an unknown or forgotten purpose. The spirit of the Bauhaus resonates through the blunt elegance of its arrangement and construction, while the audacity of its amethyst panels echo the cut stone screens of another German architectural achievement of the 1920s: Mies van der Rohe's Barcelona Pavilion. In this work the history of modernism's vocabulary of transparency is distilled through Dobler's geometric vision of nature.


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From left: Full Skirt Maxi Dress, Silk Shirtdress, Print Silk Dress.
On his spring 2012 runway, Yigal Azrouël did what he does best: he made the trends of the moment feel utterly accessible. The designer struck a perfect balance between elegant and sexy, merging boxy angles and feminine silhouettes in a collection that is simultaneously contemporary and timeless. The hemlines stayed modest, with suggestive slits sprinkled in at just the right moments, and the color palette was a clean mix of bold primaries and easy neutrals.
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Yesterday Me and Zoe went on a little adventure, which actually just ended up us going to Wagamama and taking a walk down Carnaby Street. It was really lovely to have a little wander around London and culminating in some good food. Today we are off to an exhibition inspired by Lol Catz. Should be hilarious!


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Australia Awards Forms
The Australia Awards are long-term training scholarships open to students from countries with which Australia has a development partnership.
There are three kinds of Australia Award:
The University of Sydney has a contract with the Australian Government to administer the Australia Awards Scholarships. Our Australia Awards Unit manages this contract and monitors and assists our Australia Awards students on campus.
Australia Awards Scholarships are a highly valued form of development cooperation between Australia and partner countries with which Australia has a bilateral aid program.
This program gives partner countries the opportunity to strengthen their human resource capacity by offering scholarships to people within key institutions to undertake tertiary studies in Australia in areas relevant to the country's development needs.
Scholarships are primarily for postgraduate study. However, a limited number of undergraduate scholarships are available in specific countries. Applicants need to satisfy both the general eligibility criteria and specific criteria established for each country.
For information on eligibility criteria and scholarship benefits, please visit the Australia Awards Scholarships website.
If you want to apply for this program, contact the Australia Award Post in your home country.
Australia Awards Pacific Scholarships provide opportunities for people from some developing countries to study at selected education institutions outside Australia.
The purpose of the scholarships is for people to gain knowledge and skills that will help the development of their home country.
For details, please visit the Australia Awards Pacific Scholarships website.
Australia Awards Fellowships aim to develop leadership, address priority regional development issues, and build partnerships and links between Australian organisations and their partner organisations in developing countries in these regions:
Australia Awards Fellowships do not lead to academic qualifications. Instead, they are designed to provide short-term opportunities for study, research and professional attachment programs in Australia, delivered by Australian organisations, to nominated fellows from eligible countries.
For details on the application process, eligible countries, conditions and entitlements, please visit the Australia Awards Fellowships website.
The Australia Awards Scholarship covers the costs of:
You will receive a one-off establishment allowance of $5000 paid by the University at the beginning of your training. This allowance is for setting up your long-term accommodation and other initial expenses.
Your stipend is a Contribution to Living Expenses allowance, paid directly into your bank account each fortnight. This is arranged by International Services.
Your Overseas Student Health Cover is paid by the University. Australia Awards will not reimburse any additional medical expenses that are not covered by this insurance.
All costs related to course fees and the overall scholarship are calculated at the time of offer.
Australia Awards will not generally consider any additional costs unless they are a compulsory part of the course structure and a requirement of the course.
You will need to pay for:
Your Australia Award scholarship is dependent upon your continued attendance at and participation in your elected course of study. You are required to enrol in the maximum full-time load, which is 24 credit points per semester.
If you want to reduce this workload, you need to seek prior approval from the Australia Awards Unit Coordinator.
You need to maintain good communications with the University, particularly International Services, Counselling and Psychological Services, your faculty and academic supervisor.
We use your University of Sydney email address to send you official correspondence about your scholarship, study program and other associated matters, so we ask you to check this address regularly through MyUni.
If you are having a problem, please discuss it with the appropriate contact as soon as possible so that assistance or advice can be provided in a timely fashion.
If you change your address or telephone number, you need to notify International Services immediately. To do this, update your contact details through the Sydney Student portal.
If you're an Australia Awards Scholarship student, you will also need to send a separate email to Ms Sue Sullivan at email@example.com so that your stipend pay advice can be sent to your new address.
If you are offered any form of credit, exemptions or waivers by your faculty, you need to inform the Australia Awards Unit Coordinator before you accept.
Accepting may reduce your scholarship length. Australia Awards will not cover additional costs for subjects beyond what's needed to meet course requirements.
The University of Sydney will book temporary accommodation for all Australia Awards students.
To use this service you need to make a booking through the Australia Awards Post in your home country. If you are making your own arrangements and do not require temporary accommodation, please ensure you advise us at least five days before arrival.
You need to arrive two weeks before your Orientation, giving you plenty of time to find permanent accommodation. Most Australia Awards students find a place within this time.
Your pre-departure pack gives plenty of advice on finding accommodation in Sydney. You can also join the Australia Awards Unit's online Facebook group to ask current students about options.
A dedicated International Student Housing Officer is employed at the University's Accommodation Service during peak times (January to mid- March and mid June to August) to help you.
The University offers all Australia Awards students a personal airport reception service. To use this service you need to make a booking through the Australia Awards Post in your home country.
If you are making your own arrangements and do not require the personal airport reception service, please ensure that you confirm this at least one week before you arrive in Sydney.
Sydney has an excellent public transport network of buses, trains, ferries and light rail. The University of Sydney is close to train stations and bus stops.
All Australia Awards students receive a half-price discount on public transport. Even further discounts can be gained by purchasing weekly or multi-journey travel passes.
All commencing Australia Awards students need to take a compulsory Introductory Academic Program.
This four-week intensive program at the University of Sydney consists of two parts:
This concentrates on helping you settle into your stay in Australia and your studies here at the University of Sydney.
The program introduces you to important University contacts, and tells you about issues such as Overseas Student Health Cover, banking, welfare, safety and security, and Sydney's transport system.
This program helps you with your academic transition to the University of Sydney. Is is run by the University of Sydney's Centre for English Teaching daily from 9am to 4pm.
The program will reinforce your academic study skills in writing, reading, note-taking, listening to lectures, seminar skills, effective presentation methods and information technology.
It will prepare you for a return to studies (especially helpful if you've spent the past few years in the work force) and for study in the Australian tertiary environment.
Some sessions of this program are run by International Services and other service providers at the University. At these sessions we will give you important information about your scholarship conditions as well as support services available.
At both sessions you will have opportunities to network, meet new and continuing students, make new friends and participate in excursions and other social activities.
If you want to bring your family with you, please contact our Australia Awards Unit for advice. We can tell you what's involved and give you advice on how to apply for your family's visas.
Please note that Australia Awards and the University of Sydney strongly recommend that you wait at least three months before bringing your family to Australia. This gives you time to settle in to Sydney, find appropriate accommodation and adapt to your new study load.
Once your family arrives, they will rely heavily on you for support in their new environment and this may have an impact on your studies.
There is high demand on childcare centres in Sydney – long waiting lists are common. If you are planning to put your pre-school age children in childcare, you need to apply to a childcare centre long before you arrive in Australia.
The cost of childcare is about $60 to $110 a day, including government-funded childcare rebates – to which Australia Award students are entitled.
If a member of your family is of school age (5-18 years of age), and will be living with you in Australia for more than three months, they will be expected to attend school here.
For details, refer to the NSW Department of Education and Training (Schools).
As Sydney is a top destination for migrants and their families, our schools are welcoming and well equipped to cater for the needs of students who have English as a second language.
School attendance for the dependents of Australia Awards students is free of charge. However, there may be some school-related costs you will need to cover, such as the purchase of school uniforms, books, special events and excursions.
As an Australia Awards student, you are granted limited work rights by the Department of Immigration and Border Protection.
Your partner's work rights depend on the type of degree in which you are enrolled. For your partner to be allowed to work full time, you need to be enrolled in one of the following:
Neither you nor your partner will be eligible to start work until after you have commenced your main course of studies (your university program – this is usually early in March (Semester 1) or early August (Semester 2)).
For up-to-date information on work entitlements and conditions, please refer to the Department of Immigration and Border Protection.
If you are experiencing difficulties with your studies, inform the Australia Awards Unit as soon as possible. You should also discuss your situation with your supervisor or lecturer.
Various kinds of support are available.
You should also explore these academic facilities at the University:
You need to leave Australia at the end of your scholarship (on or before the end-date), regardless of any remaining period for which your visa is valid.
The Australia Awards Officer will contact you in your last semester of studies to arrange your return home travel by the most direct route on an economy flight. Stopovers are not permitted.
If you finish your training early, you need to inform us. The scholarship end date will be brought forward to coincide with the end of your training.
Australia Awards and the Australian Migration Regulations place restrictions on Australia Awards Scholarship students who seek to remain in Australia or seek to return to Australia on completion of their scholarship.
Restrictions may apply to permanent and temporary visa subclasses, and may include:
|Final semester
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|Stipend end
|Departure date
|Semester 1 (coursework)
|20 July
|25 July
|19 August *
|Semester 1 (research)
|31 August
|5 September
|30 September *
|Semester 2 (coursework)
|20 December
|25 December
|19 January *
|Semester 2 (research)
|31 March
|5 April
|30 April *
* or your visa end date, whichever comes first
Course end date: For coursework students, this is the date that university exam results are officially released (20 July or 20 December). For research students, it is the date you submit your thesis or treatise (31 March or 31 August).
Scholarship end date: This is 30 days after the course end date (19 August or 19 January for coursework students; 30 April or 30 September for research students), or your visa end date (whichever comes first).
Stipend end: Your stipend payments will finish five days after your course end date. The exception is if you depart Australia before this date, in which case your stipend payments will stop on the date you depart.
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We have had a lot of people to contact us regarding cattle dying and bloat. Here is an article from Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, Dr. Roy Burris, Dr. Michelle Bilderback and Dr. Ray Smith, all University of Kentucky College of Agriculture Specialists.
I was going to write an article this week about how dry it is, especially for April.
Recently California and Kentucky have been in the news concerning the HSUS and animal welfare. Many of you have heard about it or read about it, and if you haven't, here are some interesting facts we all should be aware of. Credit for the article goes to Kentucky Farm Bureau and they have allowed us to share it with you.
The annual 4-H Talent Show was held on Friday, April 16, at the Springfield Opera House. Each act was outstanding and the top acts from Friday night will now advance to the district event scheduled for Saturday, May 15, in Elizabethtown. In the senior vocal category, winning champion was Rose Clements who performed "Sandra Dee." Winning reserve champion was Mary Kutter singing "Valentine." Receiving blue ribbons were Bob Grider who sang "Close Every Door" and Brittany Wells and Tyler Adams who sang "Sissy's Song."
Kentucky's spring weather sometimes makes harvesting quality forages a challenge. Spring rains can delay harvest, and since most producers rely on forages for their dairy cows' nutritional needs, the key is to make the most of Kentucky's unpredictable weather.
"Weigh Down Washington County 2010" began on Jan. 5 and had its last regular meeting on March 2. Once again, this winter was a challenge with a lot of cold, snowy weather, especially on meeting days. Many members missed class due to bad roads and miserable weather conditions. Missing class is not good when you are at home hungry and can't get away from tempting food.
Farmers markets are flourishing. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, more than 5,000 exist today. Chances are, one is located in your neck of the woods.
Many of Kentucky's popular "homegrown" offerings become available this month as markets around the state open for the 2010 season. An hour perusing the stalls at your local market is a fun way to spend a morning, and the bonus is flavorful food straight from the garden to the table.
Here are a few tips to help you get the most from your trip to the market.
As corn growers nationwide, and in Kentucky, are lining up beside livestock producers to defend livestock on many fronts, the American Meat Institute (AMI) is lining up beside anti-agriculture activist groups to fight against corn and ethanol. AMI's members include the major meat processors, with several in Kentucky.
Every year deer cause $10,000 or more worth of damage to crops and yards. You may find this information from Dr. Tom Barnes, UK College of AG Wildlife specialist, helpful.
Most of us have heard the phrase "One man's trash is another man's treasure." You can apply this adage to your landscape just as easily as you can apply it to your attic. It may surprise you to learn some flowers and landscape plants you find attractive are actually weeds that can have a negative economic impact on the environment.
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By PATSY STODDARDEditor
The American flag can mean many things to many people. If you ask an Olympic athlete what one of the highlights of their Olympic experience included and most often they will say the American flag being raised for them while the National Anthem played was very memorable.
When Sylvia Nelson of Huntington, sees an American flag she always looks at the condition of the flag. You see, she repairs flags and has been trying to restore flags to their original luster and glory for 20 years now.
She said, "I first started repairing flags for the American Legion on a volunteer basis. But, I started thinking that I could start a little home business with flags. I love the flag and I am a very patriotic person. I just love seeing the flag fly for all the holidays and I would like to see people fly it more. It just reminds us of our great country and the freedoms we enjoy. The freedom to fly our flag is a lot like our right to vote. We need to enjoy voting and flying our flag.
"Another reason I have such an attachment to the flag is that I am a military mom. My son Steven graduated from the Naval Academy in 1985 and has been in the service ever since. He will retire in a couple of years. He is now a Captain. He has been in Desert Storm, Iraq, Germany and Guam and many other places throughout the world. He is now stationed on North Island in Coronado and lives in California. He was here during the summer for two weeks and we had a great time. We did all the fun Emery County things. The grandkids took hunter's safety and we shot a lot, rode horses, rode ATVs, went camping and just had a great time. I am very proud of my son for defending our country.
"My business, "Restoring Old Glory," is registered with the state of Utah and I am licensed through Emery County. I have many cities, the county, businesses and individuals who bring their flags to me. One of the largest flags I keep in repair is the huge flag that flies over Bucyrus just north of Huntington. The first time a customer brings a flag to me, I repair it for free. I want them to know the importance of keeping their flag clean and in good repair and I want people to see my work. When the flag is flying on the flag pole you can't see the repair stitches that I put in the flags.
"It bothers me to see a tattered and torn flag. Sometimes a flag is in too bad of shape to repair. When that happens a flag must be retired in the proper, dignified and respectful manner. Scout groups take care of flag retiring as well as the American Legion.
"Some materials hold up better than others in a flag. I have found the nylon flags hold their color the best and they wear well. I have found a way to set the dye in a flag so the colors don't fade when they are washed. Some materials work best if they are dry cleaned. I also use a product that glues frays together.
"You can also fix your flag yourself if you want, you just need to make sure it stays in proportion. My husband bought a flag once that was out of proportion and it was made in China. Don't buy your flags from China. Buy them from a manufacturer in America.
"I never charge more than $20 for a flag repair, most I can do for $10 because I have it down to a science now and can fix them in a little time.
"I just want to see these flags flying and not tattered. You know Blake Jones recites that poem, the 'Ragged, Ole, Flag, but I don't like to see them ragged. I like to see them flying in a proud state and flown correctly. It's a privilege to fly our flag. I know our flag and our country has been through a lot and the flag is one of the symbols that I hold dear in my life," said Nelson.
You can reach Nelson at 687-9184 if you think your flag might qualify for repair.


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Shop Von Maur, Carson Pirie Scott, JCPenney, Target, and nearly 150 specialty shops. Kids love the Yorktown Express train and the free Treehouse Adventure Play Area. Experience exciting tastes, styles and entertainment at The Shops On Butterfield.
One of Illinois' top tourist destination, anchored by Nordstrom, Macy's, Lord & Taylor, Sears, and JC Penney. Woodfield has nearly 300 stores, restaurants, and specialty shops all under one roof.
Winchester Plaza is specialty shops and local restaurants like Laredo's Mexican Restaurant and Bandana's Barbeque.
CITY:Fairview Heights
Features more than 115 specialty stores and a food court. Super regional center serving the entire Central Illinois community. 1933 antique double deck carousel.
If you're looking for a mix of great shopping and tasty food, Westlake Shopping Center is the place to be! Shopping for the musician, toys for the kids, a variety of restaurants to please any palate and much more!
One of the Midwest's most celebrated shopping malls. With over 140 specialty stores including retail giants Bloomingdale's, Lord & Taylor, Macy's, and Nordstrom, this spectacular outdoor mall features beautiful gardens, landscaped walkways, sparkling fountains and children's play areas. McCormick and Schmick's, California Pizza Kitchen, Cheesecake Factory, and Wilde and Greene offer a superb dining option. Catch a movie at the 13 screen AMC Garden Cinema.
At the pinnacle of Chicago's famed Magnificent Mile, Water Tower Place is Chicago's premier shopping destination. Its stunning eight-level atrium features more than 100 of your favorite stores and restaurants plus a mix of distinctive specialty shops and boutiques. It offers a unique, high-energy urban shopping experience you simply won't find anywhere else in the city. In short, Water Tower Place is the place to shop.
Indoor shopping mall with several stores such as Bath & Body Works, Bon Worth, Christopher & Banks, CJ Banks, Claire's, JC Penny, Maurices and many more.
Enclosed mall with ten stores. Walkers welcome. Restaurants nearby.
CITY:West Frankfort
The University Mall is the centerpiece of Southern Illinois' most established retail district and is conveniently located near the crossroads of two of the regions most traveled arteries -- Route 13 and US 51. The mall features variety stores to meet your shopping needs!
Lifestyle shopping center with leading shops, restaurants & services including Barnes & Noble, Chico's, Victoria's Secret, Express, Banana Republic, Talbot's, Ann Taylor, William Sonoma, Corner Bakery, Starbucks and more!
Town and Country Shopping Center
From discount apparel at Burlington Coat Factory to a unique art gallery shop. Several shops and restaurants to choose from.
A lifestyle and entertainment center offering streetside shopping and dining in a suburban setting. A vibrant shopping alternative including Carson Pirie Scott, AMC-Loews Theater, GameWorks, Laugh Out Loud Improve Theater, and some of Chicago's top restaurants. Store, restaurant, and theater hours vary.
Chicago's newest shopping destination features 50 world-class specialty shops. 15 sumptuous restaurants, five elegant hotels, one magnificent Nordstrom and over 2,500 parking spaces.
A remarkable collection of 70 distinctive shops and restaurants including Bloomingdale's, Gucci, MaxMara and Michael Kors.
The Shoppes at College Hills is an open-air lifestyle center anchored by Von Maur, Gordman's, Hobby Lobby and Target. The exciting blend of retailers and restaurants includes more than 25 specialty stores like Coldwater Creek, Chico's, J. Jill, Ann Taylor Loft, Jos. A. Bank, Flat Top Grill, Coldstone Creamery and much more. The inviting landscaped outdoor environment creates a shopping experience second to none. Our state of the art water feature adds to the ambiance of the center. Other amenities include street lighting, seating areas, children's play area and outdoor dining.
Mainstreet shopping & dining destination anchored by Ikea, Macy's and Bass Pro Shops. Ted's Montana Grill, Gordon Biersch and Johnny Rockets are a sampling of the restaurants. Barnes & Noble, H & M, Coldwater Creek and Coach represent the many retailers.
For your shopping needs, including stores such as Carson Pirie Scott and Circuit City.
CITY:Evergreen Park
The ritzy North Michigan Avenue shopping district boasts a dizzying array of stores, including Nordstrom, H&M, Tiffany, Chanel and the flagship Crate & Barrel store. Upscale shopping centers include Water Tower Place and The 900 Shops. In just eight blocks, you can shop at over 420 exclusive stores and boutiques, enjoy fine dining at over 200 restaurants and discover unsurpassed hospitality at over 50 hotels.
More than 55 dealers: antiques, collectibles, jewelry, furniture, old toys. Two miles east of Galena.
This upscale shopping plaza includes fine apparel stores for men and women. Several restaurants and beauty spas as well as home decorating.
The Arboretum of South Barrington
The Arboretum is South Barrington's newest and most exciting place to shop, dine and play. The open-air center is named for the lush treescapes and gardens of its landscape, and for the large tree farm that formerly stood on the site. An upscale mix of shops, restaurants and entertainment venues including iPic Theaters, the ultimate cinema experience and a new way to go to the movies; L.L.Bean's first Midwest outdoor gear and apparel store and the incomparable Pinstripes Bowling/Bocce/Bistro.
CITY:South Barrington
Stratford Square Mall - Bloomingdale
Stratford Square Mall is a two-level enclosed super-regional shopping center located in the western suburb of Bloomingdale. The center hosts 6 anchor department stores and more than 160 specialty shops.
A Peoria City Beautiful Award winner, Sterling Plaza is conveniently located just South of I-74 at the Sterling Avenue interchange. Sterling Plaza shoppers will find a complete selection of retail and professional venues, including pizza and lounge, fitness, beauty salons, leather crafts and uniforms. Ample free parking and ease of egress. Hotels at Westlake close by.
St. Louis Street in Lebanon is paved with brick and lined with many unique antique boutiques and specialty shops. Several of the stores specialize in Victorian and country collectibles, distinctive gifts, music, foods, fine glassware, and books. Shoppers can find a little bit of everything here.
200 dealers, 17,000 square feet all on one level.
CITY:Fairview Heights
Shop more than 140 retail and specialty stores.
Bordered by Best Buy on one end and Barnes and Noble on the other, Southwest Plaza offers a variety of discount shopping opportunities.
Enjoy indoor shopping throughout the year at SouthPark Mall. This mall features some 200 stores that include larger department stores like Dillards, VonMaur, and Yonkers. Specialty and gift shops, well-known clothing stores, and large food court make this a great place to shop.
A pleasant, relaxing shopping experience where you can browse our gift shops, eat at our lunch buffet and shop our mall full of flea market finds and antiques. Plenty of free parking. Buses welcome!
CITY:Hanna City
Sisters Skin Care and Waxing Salon
Sisters skin care and waxing salon has opened a second location in Skokie, Illinois. Along with facial and waxing services also offering nail treatments!
The Shoppes at Grand Prairie ~ a vibrant, open-air lifestyle center in Peoria ~ is the premier dining and shopping destination for the region. The Shoppes features an exciting blend of retailers and restaurants, along with our anchor stores: Bergner's, DSW, Jillian's and Dick's Sporting Goods. The center is highlighted by an inviting, lushly landscaped outdoor environment that features animal sculptures throughout the center, the nationally acclaimed Holocaust Memorial Button exhibit filled with 11 million buttons, the Caterpillar children's play area, and weekend entertainment.
Located near the Illinois State Fairgrounds on the city's north side. Sangamon Center has several small shops and restaurants.
River Oaks Center is known throughout the area as the center for quality shopping. Anchored by Marshall Field's, Carson Pirie Scott, JC Penny and Sears, River Oaks boasts more than 130 specialty stores.
CITY:Calumet City
Rend Lake College Market Place
Large golf outlet store plus clothing, brass, crafts and sporting goods store. Formerly Jent factory outlet mall.
CITY:Mount Vernon
Quincy's shopping mall has 601 stores, apparel, electronics, music, entertainment, sporting goods, jewelry, and much more.
With 35 dealers and 11,000 sq ft., Prindi's Antique Mall has something for everyone including antiques, gift items, collectibles, retro, re-purposed and a ton of jewelry.
Shopping for a new car? This is the newest in Automall shopping. and while you're there, check out the new Meijers superstore.
Plaza del Lago, is the premiere luxury shopping experience with unique boutiques, destination restaurants and convenient services all beautifully bundled in the Spanish-style complex in Chicago's North Shore.
The Peru Mall is an enclosed regional shopping center in Peru, IL on Rt 251, just off I80 with over 50 stores. Open Monday - Saturday, 10:00 am - 9:00 pm and Sundays 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
This shopping area offers a variety of specialty shops, restaurants and movie theatres.
Located next to Toys R Us, this pickers paradise is 10,000 square feet of antiques, collectibles, vintage, retro and fun stuff! 75 dealers. Open 7 days week! Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 11-5.
Enclosed, two-level shopping center featuring Apple, Coach, A/X Armani, Lego, Gilly Hicks and over 150 fine shops & restaurants.
CITY:Orland Park
Orland Park Place features an exceptional line-up of retailers including Old Navy, Marshall's, Nordstrom Rack, DSW, Jared Jewelers and many other fine stores and restaurants.
CITY:Orland Park
Over 150 specialty stores with outdoor ambiance! Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Macy's, Lord & Taylor and Sears, The Cheesecake Factory, Maggiano's, The Clubhouse and Mon Ami Gabi restaurants. Voted the #1 shopping center.
CITY:Oak Brook
Northland Mall is the only enclosed shopping center between Rockford and the Quad Cities. Includes large stores like JCPenney and Bergners as well as 20 other specialty shops.
Northfield Square has more than 65 fine retail shops, which include J.C.Penney, Carson Pirie Scott, and Sears. The mall also houses Movies 10, a 10-screen Cineplex. Just off I-57, exit 315, the mall is conveniently located near hotels and attractions.
Northbrook Court is home to a powerful anchor alignment: Neiman Marcus, Macy's, Lord & Taylor and a free-standing, 36,000 square foot Crate & Barrel Home Store. Also featuring BCBGMAXAZRIA, Cole Haan, CUSP, Tommy Bahama's, Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren, Burberry and Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa. Dining and entertainment options include P.F. Chang's, Stir Crazy, Di Pescara, and AMC Theatres providing 14 screens.
Over 130 fabulous stores featuring the latest fashions and trends, including Carson's, JC Penney, Sears and Forever 21. A new Classic Cinemas opened in 2008 showing great movies. Conveniently located on Cermak Rd., west of Harlem Ave.
Opened in 1958, this is one of the first strip-mall shopping centers in America -- 27 stores are locally owned and operated. Bakery, hardware, liquor, florist, restaurant, and the Neighborhood Co-op featuring local grown produce.
Located in the center of Peoria, Metro Centre is Peoria's premier shopping destination, where the possibilities are endless - whether you are looking for fashions, footwear, crafts, sporting goods, musical instruments, unique gifts, children's clothing or art work. Or maybe you just want to pamper yourself with a manicure or a new hair style. If it's dining, we feature mochas to pizzas, ethnic cuisine to 24-hour dining. It's all here at Metro Centre.
Marketplace Shopping Center is K-Mart, Bed, Bath, & Beyond, Borders Books & Music, Men's Warehouse, FedEx, Kinko's, and Bombay Company.
CITY:Fairview Heights
Marketplace Shopping Center offers all of the big names from larger cities, but without the long wait lines! Shop everything from the Gap, Limited, and Banana Republic, to Sephora, Finish Line and Eddie Baur. Complete with four anchor department stores, this shopping center also offers a varied food court, multiple restaurants, and even a carousel for the little ones.
Located in the lower level of the historic Majestic Centre, this charming mall houses specialty shops and art galleries. The specialty shops offer collectibles, home décor, jewelry, purses, and art.
Louis Joliet Mall features four department stores and over 120 specialty shops. Step into Macy's, JCPenny's, Carson Pirie Scott or Sears to do some of your shopping and then don't forget to get a bite to eat in one of our many restaurants. You are sure to have a great time in the Louis Joliet Mall!
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Enjoy unique shopping and dining in Historic Downtown Lombard and the beautiful Lilacia Park. Special events for all ages throughout the year. Free parking.
In the heart of downtown Urbana, Lincoln Square offers places to eat, shop, work, relax, and do business with plenty of parking. One of the nation's first fully enclosed malls and home to the historic Lincoln Hotel, Lincoln Square of Urbana is building on it's great past and moving toward and even greater future.
Lincoln Place is a full shopping mall featuring Kohl's, Lowe's, Old Navy, Ultimate Electronics, Office Depot, St. Louis Bread Company, Linens & Things, Marshall's and more.
CITY:Fairview Heights
Retail stores anchored by Carson Pirie Scott & Sears. Free standing JCPenney and Target. Variety of dining establishments. Perfect for tour operators. Close to hotels and Interstate 57.
Conveniently located at the corner of Knoxville Ave. and Prospect Road in the heart of Peoria. We invite you to explore the boutiques and eateries along our historic boardwalk. Enjoy a gourmet lunch, shop for a new outfit, find traditional and modern home decor, or surprise a loved one with a bouquet of fresh flowers. The quality and sophistication of the Junction City experience rivals anything found in Illinois.
Shopping mall featuring Dillards, Sears, Target and the area's most unique specialty stores.
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.
Hawthorn Mall is home to Macy's, JCPenney, Carson Pirie Scott, Sears and over 140 diverse specialty retailers including: Bare Escentuals, Banana Republic, Barnes & Noble, Disney Store, Gap, LOFT, H&M, Mario Tricoci Day Spa & Salon, Teavana, and Victoria's Secret. Ruby Tuesday and a food court offer over 20 eatery options.
CITY:Vernon Hills
Enclosed shopping center, just north of Oak Park. Featuring over 100 stores, including Carson Pirie Scott, Kohl's, Target and Best Buy.
With more than 200 manufacturer and retail outlet stores offering up to 70% off, serious shoppers flock to Gurnee Mills. The diverse variety of stores includes Bass Pro Shops, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Nike Factory Store, Gap, Last Call by Neiman Marcus and Levi's. Dining options include Rainforest Cafe or a quick bite at one of the two food courts. Non-shoppers can check out Rink Side Sports and Entertainment Center for ice skating, arcade games and laser tag, or catch a movie at Gurnee Marcus Cinema.
Green Mount Crossing is lodging, restaurants, Target Store, Dierbergs, World Market, Chocolate Company, Beauty Brands & Spa, and Michael's.
Geneva Commons has a wonderful mix of 75-plus merchants, from familiar favorites to new and unique shops. Spend time shopping, eating and relaxing in this open-air center. Dine at a wide variety of eateries, most of which provide outdoor seating.
Fox Valley Mall - Centennial Collection
Fox Valley Mall is the premier shopping center in Illinois, featuring 130+ specialty stores and dining options! Anchored by Macy's, Carson Pirie Scott, J C Penney and Sears. Fox Valley Mall has three levels of shopping, a full food court, and a merry-go-round. This mall is a must-shop-stop for everyone! The NEW Fox Valley Train is located on Level 2 near JCPenney.
Forest Park Chamber of Commerce & Development
The Forest Park Chamber of Commerce & Development is dedicated to the continued growth and revitalization of Forest Park's business districts as well as the enhancement of quality of life for both businesses and residents. Investment in the Chamber partners you with a comprehensive group of business owners and residents throughout the community who want to be involved, stay informed and work together towards making Forest Park an even better place to live, work, shop, dine and play. We invite you to join us!
CITY:Forest Park
Fairview Heights Plaza is Circuit City, Sports Authority, Gordman's, and a number of other shops.
CITY:Fairview Heights
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Choose from a large variety of restaurants from fine dining to casual fare. Catch a movie or browse our wonderful shops.
Edgebrook offers local specialty shopping with a unique blend of eclectic boutique shops, excellent restaurants and convenient service-oriented businesses, where there is truly something for everyone. Please visit edgebrookshops.com for a list of merchants and events happening. Owned and operated by Orput Companies, Inc.
Featuring food, shopping and entertainment, Eastland Mall is the family friendly center that is sure to please everyone with a wide variety of stores and activities. We know you will find great shopping at stores like Kohls, American Eagle, Macy's, Hollister, Justice, Limited, Rogers & Hollands, Talbot's, Victoria's Secret and more.
A variety of stores, including Computer Warehouse, The Bookworm, Headliners Hairstyling, Carbondale Chamber of Commerce, and Ashley Furniture.
Duryea Center & Northwestern Place
Located in Peoria's most distinguished shopping area, across from the Metro Centre, Duryea Center & Northwestern Place offers upscale shopping. Visit Talbots clothing, Essential Wellness Pharmacy or Miracle Ear at Duryea Center and Natural Concepts Day Spa, Cloud Nine Bridal, and some sparkle from Bremer Jewelry located in Northwestern Place.
Warm, friendly service is the hallmark of historic Downtown Wheaton. Stroll the tree-lined streets of this upscale retail and service district and delight in the quaint shops, award-winning restaurants, indulgent day spas and unique boutiques.
Deer Park Town Center features over 70 of the most exclusive stores and restaurants in Chicago's northwest suburbs. Located at the intersection of Rand (Route 12) and Long Grove Roads in Deer Park, IL, Deer Park Town Center is an easy drive from surrounding suburbs, downtown Chicago or O'Hare Airport. Park in front of your favorite store and spend an hour or a day. At Deer Park Town Center, there's something for everyone.
CITY:Deer Park
Different from your average shopping mall, Deer Park Town Center is an open-air lifestyle center providing you with leisurely amenities in addition to some of the best shopping and dining in Illinois. Deer Park Town Center features over 70 of the most exclusive shops and restaurants in Chicago's northwest suburbs. Stores include Apple, Crate & Barrel, Barnes & Noble, Sephora, Gap, Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware and more. Entertainment includes Century Theatres. Park in front of your favorite store and spend an hour or a day shopping and dining, or catch a movie at the Century Theater.
CITY:Deer Park
Anchored by Sears, Carson's, Dunham's Sports, and Burlington Coat Factory, the Danville Village Mall features Ross Dress For Less, Book World, Christopher & Banks, Clair's Boutique, Deb Junior & Plus, Cellular One, Bath and Body Works, Maurices and others. Dining options include Garfield's Restaurant and Pub and Buffalo Wild Wings. The AMC Village Mall 6 is open daily for movie-goers.
Several restaurants and seven national chains, including Best Buy, K-Mart, Office Depot, Bed Bath & Beyond, and Sports Authority, provide various home and business products.
CITY:Crystal Lake
Over 40 specialty shops, a grocery store, furniture store, and restaurants at this center.
CITY:Crystal Lake
Crossroads Center is T.J. Maxx, Hobby Lobby, Deals, and several specialty shops.
CITY:Fairview Heights
Country Peddler Antique & Craft Mall
Country Peddler's offers a wide variety of house décor items, craft supplies and antiques.
Collinsville Crossing is a 460,000 square foot retail development located on 52 acres, and is home to Wal-Mart, The Home Depot and many restaurants and shops.
Lincolnshire's place for dining, shopping, entertainment and work. Enjoy unique boutiques, the 20-theatre Regal Cinema and IMAX, glow-in-the-dark miniature golf, ceramic painting, outdoor summer concerts and a variety of restaurants.
Great shopping at three department stores: Carson Pirie Scott, Kohl's and Sears, plus a full line-up of more than 140 fabulous shops,including H&M, Pandora & More! Food court and AMC Theatre Chicago Ridge 6.
CITY:Chicago Ridge
Chicago Premium Outlets, Aurora
Find impressive savings at 140 designer and name-brand outlet stores, such as Ann Taylor, Armani, Banana Republic, Calvin Klein, Coach, Cole Haan, Gap Outlet, J.Crew, Lacoste, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Salvatore Ferragamo, Michael Kors, SAKS Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Theory, Vera Bradley and more. A recent expansion will bring additional stores in the spring of 2016 making this even more of a Midwest Shopping destination! In Aurora, 37 miles west of Chicago.
Enclosed 2-level regional shopping mall with many external businesses on same property. Many public activities including craft and car shows, community and holiday events. Food court, children's play area, early morning walking. CherryVale Mall is also one of just a few locations with new Tesla Supercharging Stations. These stations are for the all electric-powered Tesla cars to use to charge up the vehicle.
CITY:Cherry Valley
With Shopko as its anchor store, Capital City offers several shopping and dining opportunities as well as an eight-screen Cineplex.
Located on Route 50 North. Includes various stores and restaurants such as Super Walmart, Kohl's, Lane Bryant, Bed Bath & Beyond, Dick's Sporting Goods, Petco, Rue 21, Buffalo Wild Wings, McDonalds and many more!
Located off the corner of Route 102 and WIlliam Latham Drive, it includes Jewel-Osco and Office Depot as the anchor stores. Additionally you will find local specialty shops and restaurants.
This landmark development on State St. features first-to-Chicago retailers, signature dining and entertainment venues within a five-story atrium. The center has direct access to the CTA Red and Blue Lines as well as Chicago's extensive pedway system.
Barrington Ice House Village Mall Shops and Restaurants
Explore this historic mall, built in 1904, featuring more than 20 specialty shops and Chessie's, an authentic 1915 train station restaurant with its own railroad car.
The Avenue shops are located at Oak Park and Lake Street and across from picturesque Scoville Park. It's All Here! In the "Heart of Oak Park" you'll find specialty shops that offer personal service as the norm -- not the exception! International and local designers of fashion and jewelry, antique shops, galleries and fine restaurants.
CITY:Oak Park
Anchored by JCPenney and Macy's, Alton Square Mall is the area's regional mall destination. A full-service food court, U.S. Post Office, satellite city library and Christian Science Reading Room are also featured at the mall. Hours: Sunday, noon - 6 p.m. Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Whether you are new to tea or far along on your journey, you will enjoy discovering farm-fresh teas at Adagio Teas. Come to experience a fresh and flavorful selection from around the world. Tea, tea-to-go, teaware, and tea classes.


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1. If a ROW grant holder submits a name change to BLM, is that considered an assignment? Yes, it is. Any action that changes the legal relationship between BLM and the current holder, including a name change, requires BLM approval through an assignment. The regulations governing assignments are contained in 43 CFR 2807.21 for FLPMA grants, and 43 CFR 2887.11 for MLA grants. BLM's time to process assignments are fully cost recoverable from the potential assignee.
2. Federal regulations governing oil and gas leasing contained in 43 CFR 3100 have different fee schedules for name changes and assignments. How does this relate to the BLM's new ROW regulations in 43 CFR 2800 and 2880?
While the regulations in 43 CFR 3100 differentiate between assignment, name change, merger, transfer, and consolidation, these activities are all considered "assignments" in the 43 CFR 2800/2880 regulations. Mergers may or may not require an assignment, depending upon who acquires who, the name taken by the merged parties, and what authorizations the merged parties individually own.
3. Can potential assignees request an assignment using a letter format, or do they need to submit a Standard Form 299?
The proposed assignee must submit a SF299 (see paragraph below). They need to fill in items 1-6, 12, and 19 (hazmat statement).
BLM will obviously continue to receive assignment requests in a business letter format. In this situation, the processing office should respond with a Decision requesting cost recovery money, if appropriate, and also provide a SF299 to the applicant requesting that they return the SF299 with their fees. A completed SF299 must be filed with BLM prior to issuing a Decision approving the assignment.
4. Does a Standard Form 299 need to be completed for every single assignment, or can it be used for a group of assignments?
A potential assignee can request an assignment for multiple grants within a single State Director's jurisdictional area with one SF299. It is suggested that the ROWs to be assigned be grouped as to authority under which the ROW was issued and by BLM District and Field Office.
5. If the request for assignment involves more then one grant, does BLM apply a Category 1 fee to each ROW proposed for assignment, or to the group of ROWs?
BLM determines its fees based on the whole request, not to each ROW. If BLM estimates that it will take 30 hours to process an assignment request of 25 ROWs, the fee should be a Cat 3 ($665 for calendar year 2006), not 25 x $100. All of the time required to complete the assignment, by both State Office and Field Office personnel, is figured in for the processing category determination.
6. Can BLM require the assignee to submit a performance bond?
Yes. When considering a proposed assignment, the processing office needs to consider whether or not to bond the assignee. While BLM may have an excellent relationship with an existing holder, a variety of circumstances must be considered in deciding whether or not to bond the new holder. For example, the assignee may be a party that has a history of compliance problems, may propose to begin using hazardous materials in connection with the authorization, or may be an entity (such as an LLC) that is appropriately bonded.
7. Does BLM consider the cost of processing a bond when determining the appropriate cost recovery category for an assignment?
Yes. It is important to remember that all the costs of processing an assignment, including the time required to process a bond associated with the assignment, must be included in the cost recovery category determination.
8. If the current holder has a performance bond related to a ROW grant, can the holder allow the assignee to assume the bond?
No. Bonds cannot be transferred between assignors and assignees. In a situation where the ROW grant being assigned includes an existing bond, the processing office must ensure that the old bond is canceled and that the assignee has a new bond in place prior to completing the assignment. In situations of mass assignments, it is important that this situation not be overlooked. Each case file must be reviewed for the possibility of the need for a new bond. The potential time required to review and process bonds should be included in the processing category Decision for assignment requests.
9. Can BLM charge the assignee fees to monitor the grant?
Yes. Under the new regulations, assignees can also be charged monitoring fees. This should be considered if monitoring fees have not been previously charged, or if the terms and conditions of the grant are changed with the assignment.
10. Can BLM process assignments in the State Office?
Yes, assignments can be processed at the State Office depending on the policy of each state.
This requires the SO to review the case files involved, and to do the cost recovery Decision letter and the "Assignment Accepted" decision. Fees collected will be deposited into subactivity 5102 (unless the assignment request is covered in a Master Agreement or involves more than 50 hours of work), and fees collected should go to the office that does the work. All BLM staff working on the assignment should charge their time to 5102.
Requests for multiple assignments may be received and processed for several offices within a single State, but may not be accepted for multiple States due to jurisdictional and fee issues. The method of processing mass assignments within a State, and the distribution of fees collected to process the assignment, should be determined by the individual State Offices.
11. How does BLM internally process the money recieved for mass assignments?
In the case of multiple requests, it is not necessary for each case file to have an accounting receipt. The cost recovery Decision for an assignment is a courtesy statement, not a bill. It is suggested that the processing office deposit the money with only one case file reference, and that becomes the lead file. LR2000 for the other case files can have the 840-845 processing category action code entered with the additional entry "SEE WYW-xxxxx" in the Action Remarks column. This tells the person reviewing the case file that the action was assigned a Category X processing category, and that the money was deposited in the WYW-xxxxx lead file. BLM offices specifically should not assign fractional amounts of the processing fee to each case file involved in a mass assignment. BLM Field Offices may also want to consider a notation in the Remarks space at the bottom of the serial register page that explains the lead file for cost recovery purposes.
12. What does BLM enter in its LR2000 database for assignments?
For assignments in LR2000, the following entries are suggested:
There will be one or two additional entries automatically generated by CBS: 971 (Cost Recovery Processing- Rec'd), and 065 (Cost Recovery Monitoring- Rec'd). In the case of multiple assignments, this would appear in the lead file only.
"Assignment Approved", or "Assignment Disapproved".
1. What does this rule cover?
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is amending its regulations governing rights-of-way issued under both the Federal Land Policy and Management Act (FLPMA) and the Mineral Leasing Act (MLA). This final rule revises the regulations as follows:
The regulations at 43 CFR Part 2800 - "Rights-of-Way, Principles and Procedures", apply to rights-of-way issued under FLPMA, such as electric transmission lines, water pipelines and some roads. The regulations at 43 CFR Part 2880- "Rights-of-Way Under the Mineral Leasing Act", apply to rights-of-way issued for oil and natural gas pipelines and related facilities.
Cost recovery fees are paid by an applicant for the costs that BLM incurs in processing an application for a right-of-way and in monitoring a grant after a right-of-way has been issued.
Rent is a charge for locating a right-of-way facility on public or Federal lands. It is payable for a specified term and is based on the fair market value of the rights BLM authorizes. BLM usually establishes the rent for linear and communication sites on public lands via two separate administrative schedules. Rent does not include processing or monitoring fees, and rent is not offset by such fees.
The new fees are based on the number of Federal work hours to process an application or to monitor the grant. The four fixed fee categories (minor categories 1-4) are based on a mean per hour rate ($21.46 for 2005). The final rule allows for automatic annual adjustment of the minor category fees based on changes in the IPD-GDP, and requires BLM to reevaluate the fees five years from the effective date of the regulations and every 10 years after that. Please refer to the preamble to the final rule for further information on how BLM determined the final fees for the fixed fee categories.
It will require two Decisions. The Processing category Decision is issued upon receipt and initial review of the application. The Monitoring category is issued later, after the environmental analysis has been completed, so that BLM can determine the amount of time (in work hours) that will be required to monitor the various terms and conditions of the grant.
If BLM issued a Cost Recovery Category Determination Decision under the old rule (prior to the effective date of the new rule), that Decision also automatically determined the Monitoring category. However, the dollar amount to be charged for monitoring the grant will be determined by the schedule contained in the new rule. Any Processing category Decision issued after the effective date of the new rule will not automatically determine the Monitoring category, and the Monitoring category will be determined according to the new procedures.
Yes. The rule established cost recovery fees for processing applications for grant renewals and assignments, and applies the appropriate cost recovery category to determine the fees for processing them. Both FLPMA and the MLA give BLM authority to collect cost recovery fees for processing applications, including applications for renewals and grant assignments. This change makes the cost recovery rule consistent with the statutes.
A Master Agreement is a negotiated agreement between an applicant and BLM covering cost recovery fees for multiple BLM grant approvals within a defined geographic area. Because several applications or grants will be treated under one agreement, there should be more efficient application processing and potentially lower cost to both BLM and the applicant. To the extent that several grants in a given area will be approved at the same time under the agreement, it is possible that there will be fewer environmental impacts due to better project planning.
Applicants and grant holders of facilities that are financed or are eligible for financing under the REA must pay the appropriate cost recovery fees to process their applications and monitor their grants. Any applicant or holder may apply for a waiver or reduction of these fees for reasons of financial hardship or for other factors identified in the final rule.
No. Under the final rule Federal agencies will be subject to cost recovery fees.
Yes. State and local governments ("municipal corporations") remain exempt from the payment of cost recovery fees.
No. The final rule does not change the rent amounts except by the amount of the yearly change in the CPI-U. This is consistent with existing rules and policy. The final rule clarifies how to apply the rent provisions published in a November 1995 revision to the communication site right-of-way regulations. The 1995 regulations established a rent schedule for nine types of communication uses and nine population categories. The regulations did not specify in sufficient detail what types of uses were included in each category or how rent was determined in some circumstances. This has caused confusion among BLM administrators and holders of communication site rights-of-way. These clarifying changes will have no economic impact on either applicants or grant holders.
Yes. The final rule retains the rent exemption provision for telephone and electric facilities financed under the REA. In addition, the final rule expands the rent exemption provision to include all telephone and electric facilities serving rural areas that are eligible for financing under the REA.
No. There is no change to the rent amounts contained in the existing linear or communication use rent schedules.
Yes. Holders of linear right-of-way grants will be allowed to either pay for the entire term of the grant (including grants issued in perpetuity), or to pay at ten-year intervals not to exceed the term of the grant. However, there is an exception: individuals whose annual rent exceeds $100 may pay annually or for any multi-year period.
Yes. The new regulations provide for a late fee of $25 or 10% of the rent owed, whichever is greater, not to exceed $500 per authorization, if BLM does not receive the rent payment within 15 calendar days after the rent is due.
Payment plan refers to the options available to:
These rent payment options become effective on the effective date of the regulations for all new grants that are subject to rent. A three-year phase-in period will be provided for grants issued prior to the effective date of the regulations.
Under the new rule, holders of existing grants will have the option of paying either 1) for the entire term of the grant, or 2) at 10-year intervals. There is an exception for individuals, however. Individuals whose rent is more than $100 per year may either continue to pay annually, or may optionally pay at multi-year intervals. Holders will be offered these options on their next billing cycle, but the new options will not become mandatory for holders of existing authorizations until January 2009.
Under the new rule, rent will be charged beginning the first day of the month following the effective date of the grant.
BLM may now add language after the grant is issued to the terms & conditions regarding hazardous material and for any other reason, so as to better protect public health and safety or the environment. Therefore, BLM may require a grantee to provide a bond, insurance, or other acceptable security to protect the liability exposure of the United States to hazardous material claims by third parties arising out of the use and occupancy of the right-of-way or TUP area and to cover any losses, damages, or injury to human health, the environment, and property incurred in connection with the holder's use and occupancy of the right-of-way or TUP area. Based on the holder's record of compliance and changes in risk and conditions, BLM may require the holder to increase or decrease the amount of the bond, insurance, or security. The new rule clarifies BLM's authority to require such language in these situations.
Yes. Under certain limited circumstances BLM may issue grants and easements in perpetuity. For example, a perpetual grant or easement may be necessary for BLM to protect the rights of grant holders when we dispose of Federal land encumbered by a right-of-way grant. We may also need to issue a perpetual grant in circumstances when holders must comply with local land use ordinances that may require a perpetual right in order to develop private property interests.
All grants with terms, except those issued for less than one year, will now expire on December 31st of the final year of the grant.
Yes. BLM may issue an easement for uses authorized under an existing right-of-way grant when the lands affected by that grant are about to be transferred out of Federal ownership. In situations where only a portion of the lands involving a right-of-way grant are being transferred, an easement may only be issued for the portion of the authorized use that is on the lands to be transferred out of Federal ownership.
Previous experience has found that a BLM right-of-way grant, when transferred out of Federal administration, can be difficult to interpret in the private sector. An easement is commonly used in the private sector, and is much easier to understand by those involved in administering the authorized use.
If the original grant was issued under FLPMA, the term of the easement will be perpetual. If the original grant was issued under MLA, which has statutory maximum term of 30 years, the "term" easement would expire in 30 years.
No. A right-of-way grant holder who wishes to have his/her grant converted to an easement will have to apply for it in advance of title closing. The application process will involve cost recovery and rent. In most circumstances, BLM can transfer the Federal land "subject to" the authorized uses in the patent document. In addition, BLM right-of-way holders are encouraged to negotiate a replacement agreement with the prospective property owner prior to patenting.
It depends upon the legal authority used to issue the easement. For perpetual easements issued under FLPMA, the rent will be calculated by determining the annual rent and multiplying it by 100. Easements issued under MLA for oil and gas pipelines are considered a "term" easement because they are limited to a 30-year term, so the rent will be calculated by determining the annual rent and multiplying it by 30. In lieu of the 100 year administrative option for rent determination of a perpetual grant, the holder can request from BLM a rent determination based on the prevailing price established by general practice in the vicinity of the right-of-way. The holder must pay for this report.
No. Under the new rule, BLM will issue right-of-way grants to Federal agencies instead of right-of-way reservations.
Yes. If processing a completed application (in processing categories 1-4) will take longer than 60 calendar days, BLM is required to notify the applicant in writing of this fact prior to the 30th calendar day, and inform the applicant of when they can expect a final decision on the application. BLM will make every effort to process applications for rights-of-way in a timely manner. For category 5 applications, customer service standards are agreed to in the Master Agreement. For category 6 applications, BLM will inform the applicant of the expected processing time within 60 days of receiving the completed application.
For those "completed" applications received prior to the date the new regulations are effective, the following guidelines apply (all days are calendar days):
An application is considered complete when BLM:


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I have been in need of a project. My hands neeeed to make something. It's therapy for me.
Behold this week's therapy.
I think it's doable. And my couch has been asking for new pillows. Win-win.
Friday, September 17, 2010
I have been in need of a project. My hands neeeed to make something. It's therapy for me.
6 comments:
- allegra said...
totally adorable!! i used that same tutorial to make that pillow in a cream color for Ruby's nursery. I actually made a couple and the first one I washed and it looked so crappy after washing. just a tip. maybe never wash it? So the second one, since I knew I wouldn't be washing it--I just glue gunned on the circles/rosettes instead of sewing them on. It went much quicker and looked just as good. Just an FYI. Can't wait to see how it looks on your couches!
- September 17, 2010 at 12:32 PM
- Shanna said...
are U kidding?! this is so cute! ummm you are multi talented lady, singer, photographer and now this?! plus you are gorgeous...what is it like to be you?! ;)
- September 17, 2010 at 6:50 PM
- KristiMcMurry said...
Looks like it will be awesome! Good luck.
- September 19, 2010 at 2:13 PM
- hayleyrowan said...
um, I want one. In that color too. Seriously can you sell one!
- September 21, 2010 at 4:26 PM
- Nik said...
Too cute!
- September 26, 2010 at 11:32 PM
- Erica Tanner said...
Did you just glue each circle on? Or sew it?
- October 19, 2010 at 12:14 PM


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I guess you've all seen the footage of Madara and Hashirama from the new console game coming up?
Apparently Kishimoto has overlooked the cutscenes and this footage shows Madara doing some stuff regarding time control. Now some people think it's just an advanced sharingan precongnition. But I believe even that precognition is linked with time itself. Just in a much smaller scale. Think about it, tsukiyomi as well is doing stuff to people's perception of time. And Tobi has his strange space time jutsu as well. Space and time is obviously linked to Uchiha and their eyes. Tobi is obviously linked with Madara and it seems as Madara's EMS could have done some sort of Izanagi-time-altering jutsu to "rewind" the actual death process when fighting Hashirama. Space and time is a clear element in the Uchiha in general.
And recent rumours has it that Sasuke will be able to slow time. Now this is actually getting pretty interesting. This could be a nice way of balancing out Naruto's OP'ed speed as of now. What do you guys think? Is this a bad move from Kishimoto or does it fit? I think it fits great and this must have been planned for years.