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The Kindle DX 2 is a very interesting eReader which occupies a very unique niche in the reading device market. Hopefully this Kindle DX 2 Review can paint you a good picture of the DX 2's strengths, weaknesses, and unique status.
Kindle DX 2 Review – What makes it unique
Kindle DX 2 is the only large screen eReader (9.7″) available from the top 3 eReader brands (Kindle, Sony Reader, Nook). Since nearly every other eReader company is far behind the top 3 it's perhaps your only choice if you want a top-notch large screen eReader.
The 9.7″ screen means you get 2.5 times the screen area you would from a 6″ Kindle 3 or 6″ Nook. It makes a pretty big difference with PDFs and newspapers and websites and is quite pleasurable even when reading. It also becomes your ideal eReader if you need or like rather large font size and still want lots of words on every page.
The other thing that makes it unique is the $379 price which is closer to the iPad than to eReaders. This balances out a lot of the positives and firmly cements it as an awkward caught-in-the-middle device. If the Kindle 3 and Nook are for people who love to read the Kindle DX 2 is for people who love to read and love it more than the next 5 things combined.
Kindle DX 2 Review – Top 3 Killer Features
The Kindle DX 2 really shines in some areas –
- eInk Pearl Screen – Electronic Ink is particularly suited to reading as it's easy on the eyes, has great contrast, and only uses energy when refreshing the page. eInk Pearl is the latest generation eInk and it has 50% better screen contrast than the previous generation. It's basically very close to print on paper and great for reading.
- Large Screen Size – The Kindle DX 2 has a large 9.7″ screen that makes it great if you want a lot of words per page or a larger font size or want to read newspapers and PDFs and magazines and websites that are all better suited to a larger screen. Plus you can put DX 2 in landscape mode for even better viewing of PDFs and websites. The screen size is 2.5 times the screen size of a 6″ eReader and a big plus.
- Pairing with Amazon Kindle Store and Whispernet – Since the Kindle Store has a lot more newspapers and magazines and blogs than Sony's Reader Store or the Nook Store it goes particularly well with the Kindle DX 2. Kindle DX 2's large screen is great for reading websites so it's fortuitous that Amazon has WhisperNet and offers free Internet browsing to US Kindle DX 2 owners and also to DX 2 owners in some other countries. The Kindle Store also has the best range of books and some of the lowest prices on non Agency Model books.
These are the 3 main super killer features that set DX 2 apart. There are a lot of opportunities for Amazon to add to this list – opportunities it hasn't yet taken advantage of.
Killer Features Amazon could and should add to Kindle DX 2
There are 4 promising possibilities for the future and hopefully Amazon adds these so we can have a longer list of super killer Kindle DX 2 features –
- Potentially all of the Kindle 3 software improvements – Kindle DX 2 would add quite a few killer features if it got Kindle 3's software improvements which include a new WebKit Browser (that would go superbly with the DX 2's large screen), better PDF support, Voice Guide for full accessibility, tweaks for sharper fonts, 3 font choices, faster page turns, and lots of other smaller improvements.
- Full-fledged PDF support – Kindle 3 added contrast settings and the ability to add notes and highlights to PDFs but it didn't do a complete job. Kindle DX 2, due to its screen size, is particularly well suited for PDF reading and Amazon needs to add reflow support, proper highlighting, and various other features that would make DX 2 a full-fledged PDF reader.
- $250 Price – Amazon could eat up the entire large screen eReader market if it can hit a lower price point. A price between $200 and $250 would be perfect.
- Kindle Apps focused on (or suited for) Kindle DX 2 via Kindle App Store – The larger screen and wireless capability make RSS readers, Email Clients, and Read It Later type apps a big potential draw. The lack of WiFi is a handicap here but there are still a lot of possibilities.
Basically, the Kindle DX 2 is a very good eReader that has a lot of potential and room to grow. The Kindle 3 software improvements are quite likely to make it to DX 2. If the Kindle App Store takes off some valuable apps will make it to the DX 2. The other two will take more time – the PDF support might evolve to the point that the DX 2 can function as a full-fledged PDF reader but it might take 9 to 12 months, Kindle DX 2 pricing will probably hit $250 but not in the next 6 months.
There are also two potential killer features Amazon should consider for Kindle DX 3 –
- Writing Support – Sony 350 has shown that touch can be added to eReaders without compromising readability and it's time the Kindle DX line added writing support.
- WiFi Support – WiFi opens up a lot of possibilities and would also let Amazon cut down on price i.e. they could sell a cheaper Kindle DX WiFi.
There's no way these could get added to Kindle DX 2 so please don't factor these in when evaluating the DX 2.
Kindle DX 2 Review – Top 5 Weaknesses
The DX 2 has some significant weaknesses –
- It's too expensive. $379 is a lot to pay for an eReader – even one that has a huge 9.7″ screen.
- It doesn't have the software improvements that Kindle 3 has – There are lots and lots of great improvements missing including faster page turns, voice guide, additional PDF features, and the WebKit Browser. This is a particularly surprising omission given that Kindle DX 2 is ideally suited for PDFs and better suited for web browsing.
- It's too big and a bit heavy. It's hard to carry and pack and one-handed reading is out of the question. It's 10.4″ by 7.2″ by 0.38″ and weighs 18.9 ounces.
- No support for ePub or library books.
- It doesn't play to its strengths. PDF support isn't good enough to make it a solid PDF reader. There's no writing support to make it ideal for students. The browser isn't very good and prevents it from being great for web browsing. Basically, it misses out on being great at some things it is particularly well suited for.
Those are the biggest reading specific weaknesses. The next section will look at big weaknesses unrelated to reading and smaller reading related weaknesses.
Additional Kindle DX 2 Weaknesses
- It's only great for reading. If you want a do-everything device or even a do-10-things device the DX 2 isn't right for you.
- It doesn't have touch.
- It doesn't have a color screen.
- The page turns/refreshes take a bit of time. Around 0.9 to 1.1 seconds though those are rough measurements.
- It gets tiring to hold it for longer than 5-10 minutes – Ideally you want to be using both hands and even that can get tiring after a while and then you need something to rest it against.
- Not having all the software improvements added in Kindle 3 means a whole host of small negatives – no WebKit browser, no Voice Guide, and so forth.
- It doesn't have WiFi.
- It's only available in Graphite. Some people find that a white case is easier to read on (personally, don't find a difference) and some have mentioned the case getting hot when it's very hot outside.
- You're locked into the Kindle Store as DRMed books from other stores don't work. So your only options are the Kindle Store and stores that sell DRM-free books.
The list might be missing some weaknesses but suffice to say Kindle DX 2 isn't perfect.
Kindle DX 2 Review – Additional Strengths
Here are some more Kindle DX 2 benefits –
- It's focused on reading. It doesn't compromise on the reading experience and that's a big win.
- It's very easy to use with close to zero learning curve plus you don't need a computer to use it.
- It's readable in direct sunlight. The eInk Pearl screen is also pretty readable in early evening type lighting conditions. You definitely need a reading light in the late evening and at night. A Kindle Lighted Cover for DX 2 would be perfect – Hopefully, Amazon makes one.
- There are no distractions – You can use the slow browser and that's pretty much it. This advantage might disappear once the Kindle App Store opens.
- Kindle DX 2 has really good battery life – 2 weeks with the 3G off and 1 week with the 3G on.
- You can start reading your book on DX 2 and continue on your phone (if it's Blackberry, Android, or iPhone), then continue on your PC at work, and come back home and finish on the DX 2. Your position in the book, your notes, and your highlights are all saved and carried over.
- Free Store Browsing and books in 60 seconds.
- Text to Speech feature that reads your documents and books to you. Publishers sometimes turn this off.
- Accelerometer for auto-rotation of the screen which is more annoying than useful. You can set orientation manually and lock it.
- Wireless coverage in 100+ countries. Browse the Kindle Store for free in all these countries. For US Kindle DX 2 owners free Internet in all these countries.
- It has 4 GB memory which is quite good.
- The Graphite case helps bring out the screen contrast of the eInk Pearl Screen better.
Kindle DX 2 definitely delivers all the advantages of the Kindle ecosystem – a focus on reading, strong infrastructure, great store, free Internet, 60 second downloads, and constant evolution and improvement.
Kindle DX 2 Review – A very good, work-in-progress eReader
The Kindle DX 2 is a very good eReader with some killer features and also some significant weaknesses.
- If you want a large screen dedicated eReader it's the only option and a very good one.
- If you want a device for textbooks or PDFs or newspapers or reading websites it's a decent option but needs some solid work from Amazon to become a very good option.
- If you want a dedicated eReader primarily for reading books the Kindle 3 might be a better option.
- If you want a device that does more than just read or perhaps one whose specialization is something other than reading then DX 2 is definitely not the right choice.
Do take a look at the Kindle DX 2 Video page and the Kindle DX 2 Photo page to get a better feel of what you'd get for your money. The Kindle DX 2 videos and photos include size and screen comparisons with Kindle, Nook, and Sony Reader.
The Kindle DX 2 is a few features and a price cut away from being the perfect large screen eReader. Given Amazon's history it's likely to reach there in 4-10 months and if you have a strong need for a large screen eReader you can get a Kindle DX 2 and be reasonably confident that Amazon will keep improving the DX 2 and the Kindle Store.


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The Cybex Sirona Plus Car Seat is the perfect rear-facing car seat for children 0-4 years.
The Cybex Sirona Plus Car Seat in a new colour, Cashmere Beige - can be used from birth up to 4 years. With easy entry and exit position and a one-click instillation with ISOfix this is and easy car seat for parents to use. The soft seat is perfect for a growing baby, the Sirona car seat offers unique features; including one-hand reclining function (7 positions rear-facing and 11 forward-facing),test proven and Telescopic L.S.P system, alternative front facing with an adjustable safety cushion with A.R.T technology.
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Leading consumer organisations therefore recommend that children remain in rear-facing child seats even beyond group 0+. The excellent safety performance and clever functionality of the pioneering combination car seat Sirona was awarded TEST WINNER by Germany's leading consumer testing organisation Stiftung Warentest in the test 6/2012.
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Josh Zingher has posted his paper "An Analysis of the Changing Social Bases of American Political Parties: 1952-2008" on SSRN. Josh is is a Doctoral Candidate in Political Science at Binghamton University. His research focuses on several aspects of American politics, including mass political behavior, minority and immigrant politics and Congressional elections. He can be reached at www.joshzingher.com . Here is the abstract for the paper:
In this article I assess how the social bases of the American political parties have evolved over time. To accomplish this task, I first determine which social group memberships significantly influence individual vote choice with a multivariate analysis of ANES data. I then measure how many votes each politically relevant social group contributed to the party coalitions in each presidential election from 1952-2008. I discuss how group contributions have changed over time and establish the demographic and behavioral causes of group contribution change. I find that the party coalitions have been restructured as a result of groups' changing voting behavior and the changing ratio of groups in the electorate.


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At one of the last meetings with our training cohort, we talked about "what are" and "how to build PLN's" (professional/personal learning networks). I shared how following blogs from other educators/experts in the field using Google Reader to subscribe to those blogs, can put them in charge of building their own capacities as eMINTS teachers. Google Reader is a great RSS aggregator but for those that forget to go to Google Reader another tool may work better…that would be your trusty Microsoft Outlook 2007……
If you haven't notice (or didn't know what it was) a folder called "RSS Feeds" with the little orange RSS image on top, can be found under your "Inbox" folder in Outlook 2007. It probably has a plus sign next to it and if you select it you will see an explanation on the right of what RSS is and how it can be of use to you. If you click the plus to the left of the folder you might notice it already has some subscriptions set up for you to some Microsoft Blogs. To see how to set up your own subscriptions check out this video from The Ideal Consultant and in 3 minutes he will get your RSS folder up and running and keeping you up-to-date with the newest content on the web. Now checking your blogs will be as simple as checking your email.
Be warned – the drawback to using Outlook is that when you don't have access to your email you will also not have access to your blog subscriptions so decide what the best tool for you is and get started.
Some blogs we suggest you follow:
The Cool Cat Teacher Blog – http://coolcatteacher.blogspot.com/
The Clever Sheep – http://thecleversheep.blogspot.com/
Teachers Love SMART Boards – http://www.teacherslovesmartboards.com/
Weblogg-ed – http://weblogg-ed.com/
Suppl_eMINTS – http://supplemint.edublogs.org/
*for those using Google Reader and are loving it, they offer a Google Reader Help Page just for you with tips on getting started to formatting your reader and everything in between.
We would love to know what blogs you follow so leave a comment 🙂 and let us know.
Brooke Higgins is an instructional specialist with the eMINTS National Center. You can visit her site here or read her blog, Higgins' Helpful Hints.


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We don't like to mince words at Wowcher, especially when the steaks are this high - but we're sure this deal will braise your eyebrows, we can just fillet…
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If you're like us, the rhetoric and claims of 'compression' have become more tiring than a triathlon itself. These days, it seems that 'compression' is more of a buzz-word than an actual characteristic, or maybe it just seems like this because we've gotten burned so many times. However, race-day compression does exist, and it takes form in the CEP Dynamic+ Women's Triathlon Shorts. These shorts actually feature graduated, medi-grade compression that will stabilize your muscles and joints, improve your blood circulation, and increase your stamina. Sound too good to be true? Read ahead.
And on the subject of fatigue, we'll jump into the main draw of the Dynamic+ shorts, their compressive qualities. You hear the term 'compression' thrown out there often. However, its true meaning, especially for race-day applications, is typically shrouded in ubiquity. So, forget what you've heard about lactic acid suppression, and enter into the world of enhanced blood circulation. Without getting too scientific, CEP designed the Dynamic+ shorts to have different strengths of compression in accordance to a position's distance from the heart. This is also known as graduated compression. So, the further from the heart, the stronger the fabric compression, and the closer to the heart, the lower the compression. Basically, this design places a pressure on the veins and arteries that forces the circulatory system to work faster. Accordingly, your muscles receive more oxygen, and thus muscle fatigue is thoroughly reduced, while power outputs and thresholds are increased.
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Mike and Debbie Davis have been competing in barbeque for nearly half of their 34-year marriage. Over the years they've racked up more than a few wins – most notably their four grand champion wins at the American Royal.
Last weekend in Sevierville, Tenn. was not any different. Lotta Bull BBQ, Mike and Debbie's team, was named the Kingsford Points Chase winner. They also finished fourth overall and fifth in chicken.
Seventeen years ago, Mike thought the idea of competitive barbeque sounded fun. He'd been an avid backyard griller and decided to see if he could smoke meats better than the local restaurants. Turns out that he could. He's non-discriminate when it comes to competition meats – he says he loves all the categories because he enjoys the challenge of preparing everything at once and "making it work."
The name Lotta Bull BBQ was given by Debbie, because, as Mike says, it just fits. The team roster also includes the Davis's two miniature schnauzers, Aggie and Gabbie Davis.
The team competes in about 40 contests a year, which often keeps them away from their three grandsons. Occasionally the whole family joins the fun. One their most memorable wins came in 2010 in Waggoner, Okla. where they were joined by all three grandsons (ages 8, 5 and 3). It was the first time all three were able to join them at a cook off.
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Question 1 of 29
In 2012, what popular magazine named Rihanna to its 100 Most Influential People in the World?
If you said Time magazine, you're correct. She was included in Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World along other notable people like Stephen Colbert, Mitt Romney, Chelsea Handler and Viola Davis.
Question 2 of 29
What was Rihanna's first No. 1 hit?
In 2006, Rihanna followed up her debut album "Music of the Sun" with "A Girl Like Me." It's first single, "SOS," went to No. 1 on the Hot 100 for three consecutive weeks.
Question 3 of 29
In 2011, Forbes estimated her net worth to be how much?
$125 million
$143 million
Forbes estimated her net worth at around $143 million in 2011. In 2014, she was ranked at No. 8 on the Forbes Celebrity 100 with earnings of $48 million.
$100 million
Question 4 of 29
Which of Rihanna's controversial music videos was banned in 11 countries?
"Only Girl"
The music video for "S&M" was banned in 11 countries a day after it's release. "Te Amo" also was banned in many countries due to sexual content.
Question 5 of 29
What is Rihanna's full name?
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Robyn Rihanna Fenty
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Robyn Fenty
Question 6 of 29
Aside from touring on her own, what acts has Rihanna also supported on tour?
Beyoncé and Jay-Z
Jay-Z and Kanye West
Rihanna has also supported Jay-Z, the Pussycat Dolls and Kanye West live in concert.
Justin Timberlake and Jay-Z
Question 7 of 29
Rihanna has a history of philanthropic giving. What is the name of the charity she founded in 2006 at age 18?
the Believe Foundation
In 2006, Rihanna formed the Believe Foundation to help terminally ill children by providing critical, emotional, educational, financial and medical support.
the Rihanna Foundation
the Fenty Foundation
Question 8 of 29
In 2012, Rihanna founded a second charity in honor of her grandparents. What is the name?
Rihanna Cares
Clara Lionel Foundation
If you said the Clara Lionel Foundation, you're right. CLF provides grants to promote global programs in areas Rihanna is most passionate about — health, education, arts and culture.
Fenty Family Foundation
Question 9 of 29
Rihanna is from what island nation?
Rihanna was born in the Barbados parish of Saint Michael in 1988.
Question 10 of 29
What rapper did Rihanna collaborate with on the song "The Monster," giving him his first No. 1 hit on the U.S. Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart?
Kanye West
"The Monster" is by Eminem, with guest vocals from Rihanna. The song topped the charts in 12 countries, and hit No. 1 on the U.S. Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
Question 11 of 29
What fragrance did Rihanna launch in 2015?
RiRi was launched in 2015. Prior fragrances Rogue and Nude are also perfumes in her line.
Question 12 of 29
What DreamWorks film did Rihanna play the voice of the main character Tip?
Rihanna voiced the role of Tip, who forms a friendship with Oh, a misfit from another planet in Home.
"Rio 2"
"The Boxtrolls"
Question 13 of 29
What famed photographer photographed Rihanna for the November 2015 cover story for Vanity Fair?
Terry Richardson
David LaChapelle
Annie Leibovitz
Rock star photographer Annie Leibovitz shot Rihanna in location in Cuba for the Vanity Fair cover story.
Question 14 of 29
When Rihanna graced the cover of GQ's 2012 Men of the Year issue, what was she wearing?
only a leather jacket
When Rihanna was photographed for the 2012 GQ Men of the Year issue, she was wearing only a leather jacket.
nothing at all
a black bikini
Question 15 of 29
What major sports brand signed Rihanna on its creative director and global brand leader in December 2014?
If you said PUMA, you're right. Rihanna appeared in many ads during 2015, and the first item from the Puma By Rihanna Collection was released in September 2015.
Question 16 of 29
How many Grammy awards has Rihanna received in her career?
Rihanna has received 8 Grammy awards when you include her collaborations with other artists like Jay-Z and Eminem.
Question 17 of 29
What song earned Rihanna her first Grammy?
"Pon de Replay"
"Umbrella" topped the Billboard singles chart and earned Rihanna her first Grammy for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration.
Question 18 of 29
What legendary rapper/producer did Rihanna sing for in 2005 that eventually launched her career?
In January 2005, Rihanna auditioned for Def Jam Records and the rapper/producer Jay-Z.
Kanye West
Dr. Dre
Question 19 of 29
In 2012, what controversial rapper did Rihanna collaborate with on the song "Birthday Cake?"
Chris Brown
In 2012, Rihanna and Chris Brown worked together on the song "Birthday Cake," which sparked outrage from fans and the media, since, in 2009, Brown plead guilty to felony assault of then-girlfriend Rihanna.
50 Cent
Question 20 of 29
Why did Rihanna make headlines at the 2014 Council of Fashion Designers of America Fashion Awards?
Her dress
While she was there to receive the CFDA's Fashion Icon Award, what got things really buzzing was her totally sheer dress. Let's just say it left little to the imagination.
Her speech
Her date
Question 21 of 29
What tattoo does Rihanna have on her right index finger?
the word "shhh…"
Rihanna has the word "shhh…" tattooed on her right index finger. It's one of her many tattoos.
a small star
a heart
Question 22 of 29
Where does Rihanna rank in Twitter followers?
No. 5
No. 2
No. 7
Rihanna is No. 7 in the most Twitter followers. Only Katy Perry, Justin Bieber, Barack Obama, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift and Britney Spears have more.
Question 23 of 29
Who did Rihanna record the song "FourFiveSeconds" with?
Kanye West and Paul McCartney
Rihanna recorded "FourFiveSeconds" with Kanye West and Paul McCartney for her eighth studio album, "Anti." The three performed the song live at the 57th Annual Grammy Awards.
Tony Bennett
Drake and Paul Simon
Question 24 of 29
Rihanna is kicking off her 2016 ANTIdiaRy tour in what city?
San Diego
February 26, 2016 will be the launch of the ANTIdiaRy tour in San Diego. Supporting acts on the North American leg will include Travi$ Scott, and Big Sean and The Weeknd for the European leg.
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Question 25 of 29
Rihanna became the first black woman to be come the face of which famous fashion house in 2015?
Christian Dior
Rihanna became the first black woman to be the face of French fashion house Christian Dior after signing on with the designer in 2015.
Yves Saint Laurent
Question 26 of 29
Which makeup brand did Rihanna once model for?
Rihanna was once a COVERGIRL for Revlon.
Question 27 of 29
What magazine named Rihanna the Sexiest Woman Alive in 2011?
If you guessed Esquire, you're right. Rihanna graced the cover in October 2011 as the Sexiest Woman Alive.
Question 28 of 29
How many BET and BET Hip Hop awards does Rihanna have?
Although she's been nominated for a total of 25 between the BET and BET Hip Hop awards, she has won a total of 7
Question 29 of 29
How many Guinness World Records does Rihanna hold?
Rihanna is the holder of 5 Guinness World Records — female artist with the most U.S. No. 1 singles in a year; most digital No. 1 singles in the U.S.; most consecutive years of U.K. No.1 singles; best selling digital artist (U.S.); most consecutive weeks on U.K. singles chart (multiple singles).


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Officials gathered Wednesday at a brief ribbon-cutting ceremony at the end of the runway, which now measures 7,100 feet.
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Environmentalists have other objections to PLA. Lester Brown, president of the Earth Policy Institute, questions the morality of turning a foodstuff into packaging when so many people in the world are hungry. "Already we're converting 12 percent of the U.S. grain harvest to ethanol," he says. The USDA projects that figure will rise to 23 percent by 2014. "How much corn do we want to convert to nonfood products?" In addition, most of the corn that NatureWorks uses to make PLA resin is genetically modified to resist pests, and some environmentalists oppose the use of such crops, claiming they will contaminate conventional crops or disrupt local ecosystems. Other critics point to the steep environmental toll of industrially grown corn. The cultivation of corn uses more nitrogen fertilizer, more herbicides and more insecticides than any other U.S. crop; those practices contribute to soil erosion and water pollution when nitrogen runs off fields into streams and rivers.
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ELMO - 0. Varden Willson, age 69, passed away Feb. 15, 2002.
He was born April 2,1932 to Oran E. And Jane Willson. He married Lucille Piccolo on Feb. 16,1951 in Huntington. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Manti LDS Temple on July 22,1978.
Varden never had an idle day in his life. He worked for Sears for 33 years, then at the Huntington Cleveland Irrigation Co., as their secretary for the past 14 years. He also was the Utah State River Commissioner for the past 14 years. Throughout his life he served on the Emery Telephone Board, the Emery County School Board, Desertview Federal Credit Union- He was politically active as well. He served as the mayor of Elmo and also on the town council. He was a delegate to the State Democratic Convention several times. Varden's love of the outdoors and animals started at an early age. He was active in the 4-H organization from the time he was 8 years old. He worked actively in the South Eastern Junior Livestock Show for 20 years. He was happiest when he was working with the land or the animal with his kids. He stood as a beacon of integrity to his family and all that knew him. He will be greatly missed, but forever revered.
Survivors include wife, Lucille Willson, Elmo; two sons and one daughter, Boyd and Koree Willson, Shelley, Ida.; Calvin and Loretta Willson, Logan; and Emily and David Tanner, Ogden. Also survived by loving grandchildren; and sister, Vonda and Joe Hadfield, Tooele. He was preceded in death by parents; five brothers; one sister; and son, Robert Navon Willson.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, Feb. 20, 1 p.m., at the Elmo LDS Ward Chapel. Family will be at the church from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. for visiting. A viewing will be held Tuesday, Feb. 19, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Fausett Mortuary in Price. Committal service, Elmo Cemetery.
HELPER - Lucy Margaret Richeda, age 72, passed away February 13, 2002 in Price.
She was born April 16, 1929 in Helper, to Edward and Minnie Bruno Richeda.
Member of the Catholic Church. Lifelong resident of Helper. Member Stella D'America Lodge 77, where she was the financial secretary for the ladies lodge for many years. Lucy worked as the secretary for Helper Junior High for 10 years, 19 years for Sears & Roebuck as audit manager and later retired from Helper City as city recorder with 15 years of dedicated service. She enjoyed her Wendover trips and will be dearly missed by all.
Survived by sister, Olive M. Richeda, Helper; numerous cousins; and a community of lifelong friends. Preceded in death by parents, infant sister and infant brother. Funeral Mass, Tuesday, February 19, 10 a.m., St. Anthony Catholic Church. Vigil service, Monday evening, 7 to 9 p.m., at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Helper. Family will be at the church Monday and Tuesday one hour prior to services. Committal service, Mountain View Cemetery, Helper, under the direction of Mitchell Funeral Home.
EAST CARBON/PRICE-Minnie Gladys O'Leary Clark passed away peacefully on Feb. 13, 2002 at the age of 95 in Price.
She was born Feb. 10, 1907 in Moroni, the sixth child of eight born to Eugene and Josephine Marie Daniels O'Leary. Married Leo Clark June 24, 1925 in the Manti LDS Temple. Leo preceded her in death on March 19, 1954.
Minnie was an active member of the LDS Church. She worked many years for the LDS Church, retiring as a Membership Records Clerk at the LDS Church Office in Salt Lake City.
Survived by son, L. Paul (Mary) Clark, East Carbon; daughter, Jeannine (Calvin C.) Campbell, Price; sister, Lois Duffy, Salt Lake City; 13 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, eight great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by parents; husband; daughter, Oma P. Strong; granddaughter, Denise Campbell; three brothers, and three sisters.
Funeral service were Monday, Feb. 18, 2002 11 a.m., Mitchell Funeral Home, 233 East Main Street, Price. Interment, Larkin Sunset Gardens, 10600 South 1700 East, Sandy.
WOODLAND HILLS - Dee Bruce Staker, age 75, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2002 at his home in Woodland Hills. He was born Sept. 5, 1926 in Huntington to Lawrence Raymond and Eliza Amy Howard Staker. He married LaVon Peterson on Jan. 6, 1944 in Huntington. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Idaho Falls Temple in June 1950.
Bruce served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was employed by the U.S. Government as a Civil Service Agent for over 35 years. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he served as High Priest, Sunday School President, teacher, and Name Extraction Worker. He enjoyed doing genealogy in his spare time.
He is survived by his wife, LaVon: his children: Bonnie Lavonne Ellefsen of Mt. Pleasant, Gayle Renee Hanks of Findley, Ariz., Kathleen Lynn Staker of Woodland Hills, Kimberly Ann Deardeuff of Woodland Hills, Kevin Bruce Stake of Fredricksburg, Va.; 21 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, Howard Staker, and sisters: Virginia Ellerd, Lucille Jensen, and Beth Swedberg. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, and five sisters.
Funeral services under the direction of Walker Mortuary of Spanish Fork were Saturday, Feb. 16, at 11 a.m. in the Mt. Loafer Chapel, 1100 South 250 West, Salem. Friends called at the church from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the services. Interment in the Castle Dale Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the L.D.S. Missionary Fund.
ELMO - Joy Irene Cameron Lott found her final peace after struggling with illness on Feb. 18, 2002.
She was born March 14, 1926 in Vernonia, Ore., to Alan and Margaret Roepke Cameron. Married Levi Berry Lott in Clearfield on May 28, 1965. Later sealed in the Logan LDS Temple.
Active member of the LDS church where Joy and her husband served a mission together in St. George. She was interested in many things, quilting, crafts, pets, fishing, and most of all her family. Joy loved life and all that life could offer. She is fondly remembered by husband, Levi; sister, Phyllis Linn, Minnesota; brothers, "Butch" Cameron, Minnesota; Dean Cameron, Wisconsin; children, Doug (Lorna) St. Julien, Deborah (Michael) Knott, Kathy (Dale) Shupe, Janice (Mic) D'Ambrosio, Tom (Robin) Lott, Rodney (Audra) Lott, Berry (Donnie) Lott and Meg (Glen) Lott. She is also survived by 41 grandchildren, 50 great-grandchildren with more on the way; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by parents; brothers, Edwin Cameron; son, Sidney Lott and grandson, Hunter Davis.
Funeral service Saturday, Feb. 23, 11 a.m., Elmo LDS Ward. Family will be at the church one hour prior to services. Friends are welcome at Mitchell Funeral Home daily, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Interment, Huntington City Cemetery.


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Skip to comments.There's A "Superbug" Spreading Around America Killing 40% Of The People Who Come In Contact
Posted on 03/24/2011 1:07:23 PM PDT by Dr. Sheldon Cooper
The joke that's going around is that the Mayans got it wrong: The world is ending this year, not 2012.
Here's the lates sign of that.
A superbug is spreading around America, and has hit Southern California.
LA Times:
A dangerous drug-resistant bacterium has spread to patients in Southern California, according to a study by Los Angeles County public health officials.
More than 350 cases of the Carbapenem-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae, or CRKP, have been reported at healthcare facilities in Los Angeles County, mostly among elderly patients at skilled-nursing and long-term care facilities, according to a study by Dr. Dawn Terashita, an epidemiologist with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.
It was not clear from the study how many of the infections proved fatal, but other studies in the U.S. and Israel have shown that about 40% of patients with the infection die. Tereshita was not available for comment Thursday morning but was scheduled to speak about the study in the afternoon.
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There was an awful upper respiratory thing going around where I live this winter and I caught it. It took 6 weeks and two rounds of antibiotics to get rid of it, and the cough still was hanging around as recently as last week. I know several people (2 at my workplace) to be diagnosed with "walking pneumonia." Don't know if it was this particular pneumonia, but strange coincidence. They were doing news stories here last month talking about how this thing has really hit little kids very hard... they have to put them in the hospital to monitor them or they will just stop breathing.
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Then the door was open and the wind appeared
The candles blew then disappeared
The curtains flew then he appeared...
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Come on baby...
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why am I not surprised the worst hit area is LA?
Hopefully when the Jap/Rad drifts in it will kill the bug?
Hmm. It looks like the Japanese people's habit of wearing face masks might not be a bad one to copy.
Wow, my husband's Grandmother passed away last Friday from Pnuemonia. Wonder if it was this.
Influenza, Flu Shots, and Vitamin D
This is only one of dozens of articles linking Vitamin D deficiency with influenza.
BOOP is a very insidious version of pneumonia as well. Difficult to diagnose, difficult to treat.
If most of the people getting it are elderly in long-term care and nursing homes then how about some statistics on the fatalities among those contracting it who are not 90 years old or on their last leg already.
Because averaging in that data would make for an insufficiently dramatic headline.
What a great movie...
Elizabeth Taylor?
I caught something at a rally at the capital(Maine) three weeks ago and it won't let go.
Cough will not go away.
On my second round of antibiotics
I was actually afraid my heart would give out in the thick of this sickness. I could not catch my breath. I was so afraid it would spread to my wife as her lungs are weak. Now she is told she has "walking pneumonia" and is taking a strong course of antibiotics and is in misery.
This bug is obviously devastating to the elderly and young. I am shocked this is the first they I have read anything on it...
People are too lazy to think about movie plots, and get into characters.
All Hollyweird throws up there on the screen are bombs and creatures..
People are too lazy to think about movie plots, and get into characters.
All Hollyweird throws up there on the screen are bombs and creatures..
Oh, BTW....BAZINGA!!! : )
Just out of curiosity- Could you tell me what movie that is?
I've had something that has given me a persistent cough and plugged up sinuses for about ten days now.
Exercise and Vitamin C seem to be doing the trick, but it's not super-fun.
The first screenplay that Michael Chrichton ever wrote...great rainy day movie..
The first screenplay that Michael Chrichton ever wrote...great rainy day movie..
It took out my family. I'm a very healthy guy in my mid-30's and I got a flu shot. I had it for 3 weeks, started as flu symptoms then moved to my chest like bronchitis and ended with puking my brains out.
My 3 month old son got sick too. Needless to say it was a very scary time for us.
Thankfully, we survived.
Technically it's killing 40% of those INFECTED, there's no way to track how many people came in contact but didn't get infected. And heck there's even the possibility of people infected but not showing enough symptoms for anybody to know they were infected.
Remember the swine flu, and the bird flu, and SARS. Most of these things aren't nearly as scary as the CDC wants us to fund.
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We've got a bug like that down here (FL). My 14 year old was sick for almost 4 weeks - it took 3 rounds of antibiotics to fix him up.
Now I've got it; I've been sick for a week and a half. The coughing fits would double me over. For a week I was so tired I had to sit down and rest after just walking across the house. Now I'm on antibiotics. I'm doing quite a bit better since I started the antibiotics, but I'm not well. I just hope this course of antibiotics gets rid of it.
I am hearing about a lot of bronchitis and pneumonia in our community, too. One of the kids at my son's school was hospitalized for over 10 days. My kids' pediatrician said it has been a very bad year for flus and other respiratory illnesses - he has been seeing a lot of sick kids.
Thought strictly anecdotal, I started taking a vitamin D3 about a 18 months ago, I have not been sick even once, not even a sniffle.
We were all kncoked out by the same thing here in our office. We're usually pretty good at not getting each other sick, but w/in a couple of days, we ALL had it.
Sucker took forever to leave....we still have coughs as well.
Just to be clear - I'm not in "OMG, Captain Trips is REAL!" camp. But there does seem to be a nasty bronchitis-causing illness circulating this season, and it is slow to respond to antibiotics. Given how sick it made me and my 14-year old, I could definitely see this illness causing a lot of fatalities among the elderly and other patients with weak immune systems.
For that reason, I'm talking to Mom by phone until I'm sure I'm not contagious any more.
Sorry to correct you but it took 6 weeks for your body to rid itself of the virus and the additional cost of visiting a doctor who gave you two useless antibiotics which have no affect on viruses whatsoever......The least you can do is give your own body the credit it deserves.
You're a GP's best friend........
The Big Bird of Death!
"Cough will not go away.."
We went through something similar about two months ago. The kids had it only a few days but my husband and I had it for at least 3 weeks. The tiredness was horrible and coughing caused your ribs to actually ache. Feel better soon.
My husband and I have had the same experience.
..but whatever 'it' is.....that's going around....it made me very ill and I needed 2 rounds of antibiotics, plus a 10 day regimen of low dosage steroids to get rid of it.....
..the coughing was terrible...
..even after a month, I still have a lingering cough.
Nope, I waited ten days before starting the antibiotics and virus was already out of my system. I am prone to severe sinus infections, which are bacterial and can be triggered by anything that includes nasal congestion. But I appreciate the totally non-confrontational concern you've displayed as someone who has never met me and knows absolutely jack-**** about my medical history.
I was and had been taking Vitamin D3 when I came down with this superbug.
Same here. I started Vitamin D last week. Nary a sniffle yet.
We have been taking Vitamin D3 religiously for well over a year as well. Went all winter without getting sick. I'm always saying, "did you take your D3 today?" But it didn't stop this...we all got sick, my daughter very sick, and it lingers. I still definitely believe in the Vitamin D3, but it's disconcerting when something like this comes along.
..I've been taking 2000iu daily for months.
But if this is a 'superbug'...then I guess we were without the defenses needed to thwart it :(
You will not get the flu if you get tested for vitamin d, and thereafter get your D3 levels up to over 60. It takes a different amount of supplementation for each of us to get our levels of d3 up to a therapeutic level. You need to keep getting tested until you find what you need to take. But you will not get sick even after exposed. Period.
Though strickly anecdotal, I am at 16 months and counting.
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As pointless as this may seem, there is actually a point in posting this speculation thread.
What would be the outcome shall Luffy fight against Lucci once more with his current abilities?
Lucci failed to take Luffy seriously for a good portion of the battle. He held Rokuougan in reserve for the majority of the battle. Luffy won the battle by the barest of inches, relying upon surprise tactics such as the lucky Gear 3rd shot. Even the result of their previous battle was controversial. Luffy lost all his functions, only barely managed to stay conscious. Lucci lost consciousness, thereby losing.
Now that both Luffy and Lucci are acquitted with each individual's capabilities, how would a second battle turn out? I strongly suspect that Lucci may triumph, as Gear 3rd is essentially rendered useless.
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The multitalented Bruno Mars has been a fixture on the pop-music scene since 2010. Find out how well you know the man behind the music by taking this quiz.
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Question 1 of 30
Where was Bruno Mars born?
Mars was born in Honolulu and grew up in the city's Waikiki neighborhood.
Puerto Rico
Question 2 of 30
When was he born?
Mars made his earthly debut on Oct. 8, 1985.
Question 3 of 30
What's his real name?
Daniel Rodriguez
Peter Hernandez
Mars was born Peter Gene Hernandez.
Bruno Mars
Question 4 of 30
Who started calling him "Bruno"?
his agent
his best friend
his dad
Mars' dad thought his toddler son looked like former pro wrestler Bruno Sammartino. "Mars" would come later — he has said that he wanted a new, "out-of-this-world" last name so record labels would stop pigeonholing him into the Hispanic market.
Question 5 of 30
This was the first record label Mars signed with.
Mars signed with Motown in 2004 but was dropped less than a year later.
Def Jam
Question 6 of 30
This is Mars' current label.
Virgin Records
Atlantic Records
Atlantic Records picked up Mars in 2009 on its Elektra imprint, which was definitely a sound financial decision.
Warner Bros. Records
Question 7 of 30
Many of us first heard Bruno Mars on the radio singing the hook from this 2010 hit.
"Love the Way You Lie"
"Nothin' on You"
Mars co-wrote and lent vocals to B.o.B.'s single, "Nothin' on You," which went to No. 1.
Question 8 of 30
What's the name of Mars' debut album?
"Doo-Wops & Hooligans"
"Doo-Wops & Hooligans" — a nod to Mars' dad, who is known as "Mr. Doo-Wop" in Hawaii — came out in October 2010.
"Bee-Bop & Shenanigans"
"Dew Drops & Delinquents"
Question 9 of 30
What was Mars' first No. 1 solo hit?
"Just the Way You Are"
"Just the Way You Are" was released in July 2010 and hit No. 1 in September.
"The Lazy Song"
Question 10 of 30
This Bruno Mars song did NOT hit No. 1.
"Locked Out of Heaven"
"When I Was Your Man"
"The Lazy Song"
"The Lazy Song" peaked at No. 4 in October 2010.
Question 11 of 30
What was the first single off Mars' second album, "Unorthodox Jukebox"?
"When I Was Your Man"
"Locked Out of Heaven"
"Locked Out of Heaven" was released on Oct. 1, 2012, about a month before the album's release.
Question 12 of 30
What was the first Bruno Mars single to fail to make the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100?
"Gorilla" couldn't make it past No. 22.
"Young Girls"
Question 13 of 30
Mars won his first Grammy in this category.
Best Pop Vocal Album
Best New Artist
Best Male Vocal Performance
Mars picked up a Best Male Vocal Performance Grammy for "Just the Way You Are" in 2010. Best Pop Vocal Album would come next, in 2013.
Question 14 of 30
In what year was Mars named Billboard magazine's Artist of the Year?
Billboard crowned Mars in 2013.
Question 15 of 30
What's the name of Mars' band?
The Hooligans
Mars' brother, Eric Hernandez, is The Hooligans' drummer.
The Delinquents
The Lil' Gangsters
Question 16 of 30
How many siblings does Mars have?
Mars has one brother, Eric, and four sisters: Presley, Tahiti, Jamie and Tiara.
Question 17 of 30
One of Mars' earliest influences was his uncle, who made a living impersonating this singer.
Johnny Cash
Elvis Presley
Mars became an Elvis impersonator at the ripe old age of 3 because he wanted to be like his uncle.
Paul McCartney
Question 18 of 30
What's the name of Mars' dad's band?
the Love Notes
Peter Hernandez Sr. is the front man of the Love Notes.
the Doo-Wops
the Funky Family
Question 19 of 30
Mars had a bit part in this 1992 movie.
"Leaving Las Vegas"
"Honeymoon in Vegas"
"The World's Youngest Elvis Impersonator," then 6 years old, showed up in the Nicolas Cage and Sarah Jessica Parker flick "Honeymoon in Vegas."
Question 20 of 30
What is the name of Mars' writing and production team?
the Smeezingtons
The Smeezingtons (Mars, Philip Lawrence and Ari Levine) have written and produced many huge hits since debuting with B.o.B.'s "Nothin' on You."
the Abbadabbas
the Brunapaloozas
Question 21 of 30
Bruno Mars did NOT co-write this song.
Jay Z and Kanye West's "Lift Off"
Adele's "Hello"
Mars did co-write a song on Adele's album "25," but it wasn't "Hello."
Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa's "Young, Wild & Free"
Question 22 of 30
On Mars' first big national tour, he opened for this band.
Maroon 5
Mars was the opening act for a few dates on Maroon 5's "Hands All Over" tour in 2010.
Red Hot Chili Peppers
Fall Out Boy
Question 23 of 30
Mars played the 2014 Super Bowl halftime show in this city.
East Rutherford, New Jersey
The 2014 Super Bowl took place in MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
San Diego
Question 24 of 30
Who is the only artist who had a bigger halftime-show audience than Bruno Mars?
Katy Perry
Mars had the largest audience at the time, but it was a short-lived record: Katy Perry broke it in 2015.
Taylor Swift
The Rolling Stones
Question 25 of 30
How tall is Bruno Mars?
5 feet 3 inches
5 feet 5 inches
Mars definitely packs a lot of punch into his 5-foot-5-inch frame.
5 feet 7 inches
Question 26 of 30
Mars sang a song and had a speaking part in this animated feature.
"Happy Feet Two"
"Rio 2"
Mars voiced the character Roberto in "Rio 2" and wrote and performed the song "Welcome Back."
"How to Train Your Dragon 2"
Question 27 of 30
Which of Mars' songs has had the longest stay at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart?
"Just the Way You Are"
"Locked Out of Heaven"
"Uptown Funk"
"Uptown Funk," Mars' collaboration with producer Mark Ronson, sat at No. 1 for 14 weeks in 2015.
Question 28 of 30
How many tattoos does Mars have?
Mars is pretty inked-up. He has four tattoos: a heart with his late mother's name, an anchor, a gypsy woman and a knife with "Pete's Boy" written under it.
Question 29 of 30
Why was Mars arrested in 2010?
drug possession
Mars pleaded guilty to felony cocaine possession after being busted in a Las Vegas casino bathroom in 2010. After he paid a fine and completed community service, his record was cleared in 2012.
Question 30 of 30
What's the name of Mars' sisters' band?
The Lylas
The Hernandez sisters are also known as the Lylas (for "Love You Like a Sister").
The Lilies
The Lyras


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Is there an asteroid or comet out there that poses a risk to life on Earth? The answer is certainly "yes," but we don't yet know where the next major impactor will come from or when it will crash. The best way to reduce this uncertainty is to search the skies for these crumbs of the solar system. The Planetary Society has a long history of supporting amateur and underfunded professional astronomers in their efforts to discover and track potentially hazardous near-Earth objects. This is useful not only for planetary defense, but also for learning about the solar system's origin and evolution.
A fortuitous byproduct of our increasing ability to detect fainter objects is that, for the first time, we now stand a chance of discovering smaller, five- to ten-meter-sized rocks while they are still in space before they burn up in our atmosphere and scatter meteorites along the ground. We are now beginning to link meteorites that we can study in our labs with the data on orbits and compositions that we amass with astronomical observations. Every meteorite, every tiny asteroid has a story, and we can combine these stories together to answer fundamental questions about how the solar system formed and evolved. What were the ingredients that made Earth and the other planets? How are those constituents different now? How have asteroid and comet impacts shaped the origin and evolution of life on Earth (and, potentially, on other planets)? Can asteroids serve as stepping-stones for human travel to farther destinations?
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Barry and Camilyn Cook of West Valley City (formerly of Price and Elmo) announce the marriage of their son, Spencer to Kristen Bowman, daughter of Kevin and Lynette Bowman of Santaquin.
The couple will be married Jan. 16 in the Salt Lake City Temple.
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The Scout leaders awards night was held recently at the Castle Dale Stake Center. The following awards were given out, for the Swell Award, winners were; Pat Gillins, DeeDee Bell, Sherri McMullin, Sandra Oveson and Jed Jensen. For the Super Scouter Award; Danna Gray, Teresa Lake, Colleen Gilbert, Dave Emery, Ray Grange and John Behn. For the Swell Commission Award; Jerel Lofley, Rex Wilson and John Healy. The District Award of Merit was given to Scott and Lisa Jewkes.
Tickets were given to the leaders and were put in for a drawing. The winner then picked a little treasure chest to find out what they won.
Denise Thayn then spoke to the leaders on the influence they have on the young scouts. "The value of youth is a golden treasure," said Thayn. She then told of a young man in college. One of his professors always asked at the end of class if anyone had any questions, no one ever asked, they were in too big of a hurry to leave. One day this young man got the courage to ask the professor a question, "What is the purpose of life," the young college man asked. The professor looked into his eyes and saw that he was sincere. The professor told of a story that happened in his life, "I discovered it is to bring light into the darkest of places." Thayn said, "As scout leaders our job is to bring light unto them."
"I asked my husband what he worked on as a scout leader, he answered by saying to never leave a boy behind," said Thayn.
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It's been a busy time in Emery County. Activities began with the Miss Emery pageant and Royal Tea Party on July 17. The Desertview Pro Rodeo kicked up the dust on July 29-30. Fair days began with free swimming and Coldstone creamery ice cream at the Emery County Aquatics Center. The kids ran around the park gathering up ping pong balls which they traded in for prizes.
On Thursday activities started with the senior citizen band and lunch provided by the Emery County officials. The seniors played bingo and were treated to music by the JazzTet. The Little Miss contestants entertained along with the One Step above dancers. Miss Emery and her royalty entertained. The Firehouse five band performed to crowds on Thursday evening.
The Castle Valley pageant and pioneer village ran from July 28-Aug. 7 along with the Castle Valley lamb fry.
Teens gathered at the aquatics center for a teen pool party and activities including basketball and pizza.
Friday was kids day at the fair with a pet show, baby contest and kids games. Dan Paulus the magician entertained the children in the afternoon.
A talent show and dutch oven contest and the Colgate Country show down rounded out the day.
Saturday began with the fair parade and activities continued in the park with the Hypno Hick and a chili cookoff. The fair ended with the Charley Jenkins concert and the Ironhorse band at the Aquatics Park.


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Straw!!This is one of the worst products ive ever used on my hair!...I have some of the different Got2b products that are excellent , but this is by far the worst, even worse than the $1 cheepy products you can buy. Not only did it not make my hair smooth, it made it look like straw! Don't know what else to say a BIG disappointment!Nov 1, 2011LindseyHAIR TYPEDark Brown / Fine or Thin Hair
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Luxury In A BottleUsed this product for the first time today. Hair was looking lifeless, over processed, dull, and dry. This product not only made my hair more manageable on a rainy day - IT MADE IT SHINE ~ like when I was a teenager and had long shiny black hair. Now my hair is short and highlighted and this product makes my hair feel and look fantastic even at 56 yrs. old!!!May 4, 2011Maureen M.HAIR TYPEBlonde / Normal Hair / Curly Hair / Color Treated Hair
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Eh, Not Sure If I Would Buy It Againthis wasnt the best thing i have ever bought, ill have to try something else, i wouldnt recomend it to people with thin hair like mine, but to thicker haired people like my sisterDec 11, 2010Caty H. / Michigan City, WisconsinHAIR TYPEMedium Brown / Fine or Thin Hair
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