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American Legion Post 58 Freedom Farm
40 sites, recreation building, lake swimming and fishing, boating, tent camping, handicap access.
83 room hotel that is handicap accessible, credit cards accepted, cable television, outdoor pool, pets accepted, restaurant within walking distance, complimentary breakfast.
This 71-room hotel has high speed internet access, an indoor pool, and is within walking distance to several restaurants.
55 rooms, non-smoking, handicapped accessible, credit cards accepted, cable television available, indoor pool, whirlpool, restaurant within walking distance, and a complimentary breakfast served.
CITY:Fairview Heights
The Baymont Inn and Suites of O/Fallon, Illinois is pleased to provide our guests with exceptional service and quality amenities at an affordable price. Whether you are here for Business or Leisure you can enjoy our Indoor Heated Swimming Pool, Business Center, Fitness Center and Free Internet in all guest rooms, Free Cable, HBO and much more. After a restful night of sleep, you can look forward to starting your day with a Complimentary Enhanced Breakfast.
This motel has 16 rooms, non-smoking rooms, credit cards accepted. cable television, and has a restaurant within walking distance.
16-rooms, non-smoking, Cable TV
Relish cozy surroundings at the Candlewood Suites® Hotel O'Fallon, Il. This hotel's all-suite, extended stay accommodations are just a short drive from the city, yet far enough away to enjoy the tranquility of small-town life. Guests searching the area hotels are pleased to know we offer free Wi-Fi access in every suite. There's also an on-site Business Center featuring copy, fax, print and PC services. Even government travelers in town to visit nearby Scott Air Force Base find that these apartment-style suites make the perfect home away from home. This hotel's facility is close to the Grizzlies Minor League baseball park, GCS Stadium. Take the family to an evening game and enjoy America's favorite pastime. During your stay, you can work off stress in the on-site Fitness Center or cook out using the natural gas grills in the outdoor gazebo area. Whether you're staying for a week or a month, you'll feel right at home here. We'll help you get to know O'Fallon.
This beautiful suburb combines small town values with a close proximity to St. Louis, making it a great place to live or visit. Our hotel offers clean rooms, friendly service and a dizzying amount of free amenities. We offer free wireless Internet, the free 5:30 Kickback® with hot food and cold beverages, free popcorn and soda in the lobby, free long distance calls and our free hot breakfast. At Drury, that means Belgian waffles, biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs and sausage (not a bag of mini muffins heated over a lighter).
Fairview Heights is known for its close proximity to St. Louis and its very own Drury Inn and Suites. At Drury, we offer clean rooms, friendly service and a stunning amount of free amenities. We offer free wireless Internet, free hot food and cold beverages at the 5:30 Kickback®, free popcorn and soda in the lobby, free long distance calls and our free hot breakfast. At Drury, that means Belgian waffles, biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs and sausage.
CITY:Fairview Heights
Welcome to Extended StayAmerica St. Louis - O' Fallon, Il. Our hotel is designed especially for longer stays with studios featuring fully-equipped kitchens and plenty of work space... amenities you won't find in a typical hotel room. • Kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, and stovetop • Convenient workspace • Free local phone calls • Personalized voice mail • Iron and full size ironing board • On site guest laundry • Dining and cooking utensils provided • Wireless Internet - one time fee of $4.99 per stay Pet Friendly Rooms
32-rooms, non-smoking, cable TV
Four Points by Sheraton Hotel & Fountains Conference Center
Shopping, dining, entertainment and more are at your fingertips when you stay at Four Points by Sheraton Fairview Heights. All guest rooms feature contemporary furniture, complimentary High Speed Internet access, and much more. Enjoy room service or breakfast, lunch, and dinner in our Fountains Café. Adjacent to the hotel, the Fountains Conference Center offers over 10,000 square feet of meeting and pre-function space. Full-service catering prepared by our award-winning chef, a dedicated banquet staff, versatile meeting space, and High Speed Internet Access will help ensure the success of your special event. Come and experience why business and leisure travelers alike make Four Points by Sheraton Fairview Heights their first choice when visiting Southwestern Illinois!
CITY:Fairview Heights
14 room motel, credit cards accepted, cable tv, restaurant within walking distance.
Hilton Garden Inn & The Regency Conference Center
Relax at our hotel overlooking a lovely six-acre lake with an exquisite fountain, the Hilton Garden Inn St. Louis Shiloh/O'Fallon hotel is an excellent introduction to the region. If you're visiting for business, we provide versatile meeting venues and close proximity to local companies, universities, and military installations such as Scott Air Force Base. Take some time to explore area attractions that include Gateway Grizzlies Park and the World Shooting and Recreational Complex in Sparta. Wrap up a day of work or leisure by relaxing in our indoor heated pool and whirlpool - followed by a wonderful meal in our restaurant and bar. With 128 spacious rooms and suites, and signature Hilton services, we're an attractive departure from surrounding O'Fallon and Shiloh hotels.
Escape to our exclusive bed and breakfast inn lodging in Freeburg, Illinois. His Rest Bed & Breakfast invites you to visit our quiet country retreat where rusticity and romantic elegance meet. We are easily accessible to the highway, yet far enough away allowing you time to unwind in our bed and breakfast. Our luxuriously rustic log cabin was built in 1977 and provides you with the alluring graces of a cozy weekend hideaway. Embrace the simple pleasures of crackling logs in the fireplace, a country stroll in our culinary herb and flower gardens, relax in the redwood cedar hot tub, or visit our library and gift shop. Upon making a reservation with us, let us know if you would like a romantic candlelight dinner served in the privacy of your room. History comes to life at His Rest Bed & Breakfast. Make our area B&B your preferred inn lodging in Freeburg, Illinois.
Situated between Southern Illinois and the "Gateway to the West" is the Holiday Inn® Hotel St. Louis - Fairview Heights. This Illinois hotel's location allows you to enjoy a number of memorable attractions. Whether a business trip or vacation brings you to Fairview Heights, Illinois, our hotel's free high-speed, wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Start your day with breakfast from Kem's Restaurant. Later, burn calories in the Fitness Center and swim laps in the indoor pool. If you're looking for an accommodating stay in Fairview Heights, our hotel's staff offers quality service and a name you can trust! Our hotel's location near downtown St. Louis and Scott Air Force Base makes us the perfect destination for every traveler. We're also just minutes from casinos, dining, shopping and family attractions, like the World Shooting & Recreation Center, home of the annual ATA Grand American.
CITY:Fairview Heights
Holiday Inn Express & Suites-Shiloh
80 room hotel, small meeting rooms, indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness room, restaurant within walking distance, complimentary breakfast.
121 room motel that is handicap accessible, credit cards accepted, cable tv, outdoor pool, pets accepted, restaurant within walking distance.
The Quality Inn hotel is conveniently located off Interstate 64, minutes from Southwestern Illinois College Belleville Campus. Popular area attractions within 20 miles include: Casino Queen, St. Clair Square and Cahokia Mounds. Many restaurants and cocktail lounges are located near the hotel. Guests will enjoy a wide variety of amenities, including: free hot continental breakfast, free wireless high-speed Internet access, indoor heated pool and hot tub and business center. All guest rooms include microwaves, refrigerators, coffee makers, hair dryers, irons and ironing boards. Whirlpool bathtubs are available in king rooms. Pets are welcome with a nightly fee. This hotel offers a safe and relaxing stay in rooms that are immaculate, with staff that offers friendly and helpful Midwestern hospitality. At the Quality Inn hotel in O'Fallon, you will spend a night, not a fortune.
62 room motel that is handicap accessible, credit cards accepted, cable tv, restaurant within walking distance, complimentary breakfast.
Indoor pool. Fitness room. Extended continental breakfast.
CITY:Fairview Heights
Comfortable Lodging Experience at a Great Value Welcome to the Settle Inn & Suites, an O'Fallon hotel near Scott Air Force Base. Our hotel invites you to be our guest. Relax in our clean spacious rooms featuring a host of amenities and comfortable King or Queen beds. Enjoy our secluded seasonal courtyard pool or indoor whirlpool. Take advantage of our complimentary cooked to order breakfast served to you at Schiappa's, our adjacent full service restaurant and lounge. Surf on our free high-speed Internet, or enjoy expanded cable TV with HBO in your O'Fallon hotel room. For your comfort and convenience every room is equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, hairdryer, speaker phone with voicemail, clock radio, hairdryer, hand held massage shower head, curved shower rod, safe, iron and ironing board. At the Settle Inn & Suites O'Fallon we want you to have everything you need to relax, refresh and replenish. Our friendly staff is waiting to welcome you.
22 rooms, Credit cards accepted, cable television available, and a restaurant within walking distance.


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Franklin girls volleyball
The Sabers got their season off to a smashing start when they won the St. Francis Invitational on Aug. 23.
"Today was a good first step towards what I hope will be a better season for the Franklin girls," said Sabers' coach Ken Huber. The girls started out a little nervous versus St. Francis. You could feel the tension. However, when I called timeout at 17-16, I gave them some advice and then told them to relax out on the court and breathe.
"Well, they did and they came up successful."
Franklin defeated St. Francis 25-17, 25-15; Milwaukee Marshall School of Languages 25-7, 25-18; Cudahy 25-21, 25-19; and Shoreland Lutheran 25-18, 25-13.
Team leaders included sophomore outside hitters Sarah Losiniecki and Caitlin Koska with 11 kills each, and junior middle blocker Elissa Herman with 10. Senior middle blocker Mara Braun had six blocks while Herman had five. Junior libero Katie Babula had 11 digs while freshman setter Jordyn Dutkiewicz came up with eight.
Herman's all-around day included eight aces while junior outside hitter and setter Megan Carr had 31 assists while Dutkiewicz had 30.
Huber said the team was seriously tested in the Cudahy match, falling behind 20-16 in the first set before rallying with a 9-1 burst.
He was also pleased that Dutkiewicz served an ace on her first service attempt as a varsity player.
Oak Creek boys soccer
The Knights had a stellar week with four wins, improving to 6-0-1 overall, including winning the Cudahy Invitational on Aug. 25.
At Cudahy, they defeated Cudahy 1-0 and Wisconsin Lutheran (also 1-0), before beating Waukesha North, 5-4, in a penalty kick shootout for the title.
On Aug. 23, they rallied to down nonconference opponent South Milwaukee, 2-1, and on Aug. 21, they earned a 1-0 overtime thriller in their Southeast Conference opener against Kenosha Tremper.
In the victory over Lutheran, sophomore forward T. J. Schleicher got a first-half goal for the only score as senior goalie Zach Zelten had five saves, while versus Cudahy, sophomore forward Jake West scored a second-half goal as Zelten snagged six saves. In the championship game against North, Zelten had six saves.
Against South Milwaukee, the Knights were down 1-0, before both junior forward Dylan Johnson and junior midfielder Christian Alfaro found the back of the net as Zelten made four saves.
In the league opener against Tremper, Zelten made seven saves as junior forward/midfielder Matt Hargreaves converted a pass from Alfaro two minutes into overtime for the game-winner.
Whitnall girls volleyball
A young Falcons squad developed quickly in claiming the Silver Bracket championship at the season-opening Prairie School Tournament on Saturday.
Whitnall has just two seniors on the roster in Emily Kuether and Ashley Markowiak and four freshmen in Ana Haning, Lexi Ratkowski, Kendall Stribling and Olivia Szalacinski.
"Having four freshmen and two sophomores, along with three first-time varsity juniors, will lead to a good case of the jitters," head coach Todd Smith said.
The Falcons dropped their first match to Racine Case, 25-17, 27-26, after leading 23-19 and 24-22 in the second game.
They went on to defeat The Prairie School, SWCHA, Martin Luther and Racine Park.
"The entire day was a great learning experience," Smith said. "This is a good, talented group, and it will be fun to watch them grow."
Franklin boys cross country
Led by returning WIAA State Meet qualifier senior Nikolai Grabowski, the Sabers finished a competitive ninth of 19 teams in the challenging River Falls Invitational on Aug. 24.
"Participation is up for the second straight year as 31 total boys start the season on the roster," said coach Tyler Fyock. "That is up from 25 last year and 19 from 2010. Our leaders have done a great job so far of 'selling' the running lifestyle and it continues to show with the number of athletes."
Senior lettermen Grabowski, who was also a first-team All-SEC runner last fall, and Evan Watters are co-captains. Other letterwinners include junior Ben Alt and sophomores Sam Harmeyer and Zach Lee.
The Sabers will also be looking for key contributions from seniors Joe Jensen (another co-captain), Matt Piotter, David Czisweski, Erik Fedran, junior Kevin Salgado and sophomore Henry Klein. Senior leadership will be important, said Fyock with a roster heavy in underclassmen, including 16 cross country newcomers.
The team conducted a fundraiser to take part in the River Falls event, which is on a more traditional cross country course including uneven terrain, fallen trees and small creeks and rivers, said Fyock.
Grabowski took sixth to lead the way while Lee was 30th, Watters 45th, Harmayer 56th and Alt 67th.
Whitnall boys soccer
A total of four players scored as the Falcons started their season with a 4-0 victory over Waukesha South on Aug. 23.
Foreign exchange student Guillem Corbera opened the scoring in the seventh minute with a 25-yard blast off a pass from senior Tyler Quinn. Junior Petar Miskov converted a penalty kick to make it 2-0.
Early in the second half, Quinn received a pass from junior Bryan Domitrz for a goal and senior Jamie Wunrow connected on another penalty kick.
The Falcons then lost two games at Cudahy on Saturday, 1-0 to Oak Creek and 3-2 to Wisconsin Lutheran.
Head coach Stevan Miskov said junior Chris Kelnhofer, senior Zach Barnhart, senior Kyler Chelminiak and senior Brent Sluka will form a strong defense, while Petar Miskov, Wunrow, Domitrz and freshman Joe Schauer make up a solid midfield.
Whitnall girls cross country
The Falcons finished seventh in the Shorewood Early Season Invitational on Aug. 23 at Kern Park, scoring 154 points.
Junior Jasmine Van Tine led them by taking seventh place in 17 minutes, 26 seconds. She was followed by junior Kim Hurst in 29th (18:27), junior Alyssa Woo 30th (18:30), freshman Lauren Lent 42nd (18:47), sophomore Kina Cross 46th (18:54), sophomore Kristy Crivello 57th (19:25) and senior Carly Cardenas 73rd (22:07).
"We're looking forward to a successful and injury-free season," head coach Mike Thompson said, "as we were plagued by numerous injuries last year. Our goal is to stay healthy and, as always, compete for a conference title."
Whitnall boys cross country
Alex Richardson claimed third place in 17 minutes, 13 seconds as the Falcons came in seventh with 195 points in the Shorewood Early Bird Invitational on Aug. 23 at Kern Park.
Richardson was followed by Derrick Yimsut in 36th (19:55), Seth Nowak 41st (20:13), Jacob Wick 57th (21:30), Austin Hurst 58th (21:36), Blake Stencil 59th (21:40) and Shane Murphy 62nd (21:44).
Greendale boys soccer
John Fauser scored off a pass from Mihailo Schmidt as the Panthers earned a 1-1 tie against Franklin on Saturday evening.
Fauser's goal came in the sixth minute, but the Sabers tied it in the 18th minute, and no one else scored the rest of the way.
"We hit the crossbar three times and had at least 10 very good chances to score," head coach George Knezic said. "Our team and individual defense were outstanding, and I believe we found ourselves, which is important for the start of our (Woodland) Conference schedule."
The Panthers lost, 1-0, to West Allis Hale on Friday and 5-2 to St. Anthony on Aug. 21. Julian Gutierrez and Schmidt scored against St. Anthony for Greendale, which went into this week at 0-4-1.
Greendale girls volleyball
The Panthers are set to open their 2012 Woodland Conference schedule at Shorewood at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 30.
New head coach Katie Matel has a team with seven seniors: Olivia Surita, Shawn Hotson, Anna Klar, Halle Ringelberg, Kaitlin Rypel, Alyssa Docter and Taylor DeLong.
Greendale girls swimming
The Panthers are off to a good start, head coach John Wilkinson said, after their first two meets, the Whitnall Fountainwood Fun Fest and the Panther Relays at Racine Park.
"(Freshman) Caroline Jungers received swimmer of the meet honors for her dual victories in the 100 freestyle and 200 individual medley (at the Fountainwood)," he said. "We are on track for a great season. (Seniors) Kate Jungers, Katharine Loomis, Kelli Lohrke and Emily Barutzke are this year's captains."
Oak Creek boys cross country
The Knights will open their season at 4 p.m. Aug. 31 at the West Allis Central Invitational at McCarty Park.
"We have a young team but it does have a couple of strong leaders in Jake Schmidt (senior) and Austin Zajkowski (junior)," said Knights coach Rick Stack. "They both could be top runners in the conference this year as long as they avoid injuries. It's early, but underclassmen could be relied upon as the season progresses."
Stack has a point, as on the 21-man roster, there are seven freshmen and seven sophomores as well as four juniors and three seniors. Other seniors include Chris Cieminski and Daniel Jarrett.
Oak Creek girls volleyball
The Knights got their season formally underway with a solid seventh-place finish out of 23 schools in the UW-Whitewater Invitational on Aug. 25.
Leading the way for Oak Creek were Sara Januszewski with 45 kills and 13 blocks, senior setter Alayna Quinn with 104 assists, junior middle blocker Katie Finn and Quinn with 13 aces apiece and Rachel Bragstad with 80 digs.
Franklin girls golf
A very young Sabers team has been remarkably competitive in the early going this season.
"Incredibly young," said coach Jim Doucette. "We have five freshmen, five sophomores, five juniors and only one senior. We are also very inexperienced as only two of the 13 have varsity experience and six of the 13 have not played golf before this year."
The Sabers defeated Racine Park in a nine-hole dual meet, 235-277, with sophomore Kaitlin Bowe medaling with a 55. They have also lost to Kenosha Bradford, 218-237, as both Bowe and freshman Megan Hessil each carded 54s.
Making up the varsity this season are Bowe, Hessil, freshman Kristin Bowe, junior Alyssa Darst, senior Maggie English, freshman Taylor Scot and freshman Olivia Kresse.
Franklin and Oak Creek girls tennis
The Sabers defeated the Knights, 6-1, in a Southeast Conference dual meet on Aug. 23 after going 1-3 in their two-day adventure of the Eau Claire Invitational (Aug. 20 and 21).
"We came out of Eau Claire with a 1-3 record, but we don't necessarily aim to win varsity invites," said Sabers' coach Jon Vogt. "In fact, if we consistently win them we need to sign up for tougher competition. Our goal was to be challenged both physically and mentally and to build character along the way. From the perseverance the girls showed in Eau Claire, we accomplished those goals."
Highlights of the tourney included Yuka Shiotani earning the first individual match win versus Brookfield Central that the girls program has ever had with a victory at second singles.
Also the Sabers showed great perseverance in rallying from a 3-0 deficit to beat Hartford, 4-3, for their only match win in the event.
"After being down to Hartford 0-3, Kassie Murawski pulled out a mentally tough three-set win at first singles against a very good player," said Vogt, "and freshman (fourth singles) Eva Oklobdzija clinched our comeback win with a three-set victory (6-3, 2-6, 6-4) in front of everyone from both teams. It was tremendous pressure but she played like an upperclassman."
Franklin's other matches included losses to eventual champion Nicolet (7-0), Central (6-1) and Eau Claire Memorial (7-0).
In the decision over Oak Creek, match scores were as follows: singles - Kassie Murawski (FR) def. Megan Kos (OC) 6-0, 6-2; Yuka Shiotani (FR) def. Morgan Schlueter (OC) 6-0, 6-2; Keara Thiele (FR) def. Shelly Lee (OC) 6-2, 6-4; and Eva Oklobdzija (FR) def. Sarah Ciombor (OC) 6-1, 6-4; doubles - Gossett/Kruege (FR) def. Marin/Orosz (OC) 3-6, 6-4, 6-4; Bista Wozniewicz (FR) def. Fischer/Hoskins (OC) 3-6, 7-6 (2), 6-4; and Ungerecht/Datkiewicz (OC) def. Lampone/Ke. Brandon (FR) 6-2, 6-2.
Greendale girls tennis
The Panthers struggled against top competition at the Lancer Invitational on Aug. 23-24.
They lost to Green Bay Notre Dame, 5-2; to Waukesha South, 4-3; and to Kenosha Bradford, 5-2.
They opened Woodland Conference play this week and will host New Berlin Eisenhower at 4 p.m. Sept. 4.
Franklin boys soccer
The Sabers tied area rival Greendale 1-1 in overtime on Aug. 25 as junior forward midfielder Josh Martens tied the score in the 18th minute with an assist from freshman forward Pablo Guzman.
On Aug. 22, the Sabers (2-1-1) defeated Greenfield, 3-0, as junior forward Lazar Petrovic and senior midfielder Austin Koska (assist Petrovic) scored first-half goals and Guzman earned a second-half goal with help from Martens.
Sophomore keeper Ahmad Mahmoud made four saves.
Mahmoud was the highlight in the tough 7-0 Southeast Conference opening loss to Kenosha Bradford on Aug. 21 as he made 14 saves.
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North Aurora Hotel Inn and Suites
North Aurora Hotel has 120 comfortable, convenient guest rooms including King, Queen, Double and King Suites. Complimentary continental breakfast from 7 - 10 am every day. 24-hour front desk welcome center. Kitchenettes, free WiFi access and cable TV. Spacious free parking for up to 250 cars. Conveniently located right off I-88, Exit 117 at Rt. 31. Minutes from Chicago Premium Outlets, Hollywood Casino Aurora and the Aurora Transportation Center.
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Sycamore
69 rooms, all queen and king beds for your comfort. Located close to Northern Illinois University, Texas Roadhouse, and Walmart. Amenities include: Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center, Refrigerators & Microwaves in all rooms.
At Motel 6, they welcome their guests 24 hours a day with a comfortable, pet friendly environment at the lowest rates of any national chain. Relax and enjoy all that Motel 6 has to offer like a free continental breakfast, kids stay for free, conference rooms for up to 10 people, and more! Amenities include: Fitness Center, Handicapped Accessible, Pet Friendly, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center, Guest Laundry
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Oswego
Features 64 rooms, including 6 jacuzzi rooms. Complimentary deluxe breakfast, exercise room, indoor pool/spa and meeting room.
Country Inn & Suites - Sycamore
The Country Inn & Suites hotel in Sycamore is less than two minutes from beautiful downtown Sycamore and just five minutes from Northern Illinois University. Our hotel's location in Sycamore provides quick and convenient access to area shopping, dining, entertainment, business and more. With its charming staff, modern services and convenient amenities like free breakfast, indoor pool and complimentary high-speed internet access, the Country Inn & Suites provides guests a carefree stay. Amenities include: Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center, Guest Laundry
Bed and breakfast: When you need something special, Esther's Place is ready to indulge you and your friends with an experience that is refreshing and revitalizing! Their c.1895 Victorian style home is pristinely restored and full of beautifully detailed architecture; from elegant wood trims to exquisite stained glass windows and brass door furnishings for the fiber arts enthusiast.
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The Quality Inn is ideally located one mile from historic downtown Sycamore. Your free continental breakfast is the perfect way to start your day! After along day, enjoy a refreshing swim in their indoor heated pool and a relaxing soak in the hot tub. Business travelers will welcome additional conveniences like free high-speed internet access to copy and fax services. The meeting facilities are capable of handling up to 25 people for events and banquets. Amenities include: Fitness Center, Indoor Pool with Spa/Hot Tub, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center
66 rooms with hot tub suites, complimentary deluxe breakfast, free high-speed Internet, an indoor heated pool and spa, fitness room, free local calls and cable TV. Chicago Premium Outlets, Fox Valley Mall, restaurants, golf courses and other attractions are nearby.
Feel right at home when you stay at the Dekalb hotel. They offer an inviting atmosphere and friendly service, and their comfortable hotel rooms help you get plenty of rest. Stay connected to home and the office with free Wi-Fi Internet access throughout their hotel. Keep up your workout routine in their gym, and enjoy a refreshing swim in the indoor heated pool. Free continental breakfast awaits you each morning in our Baymont Breakfast Corner, and kids 17 and under stay free with an adult at our pet-friendly hotel. Amenities include: Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Pet Friendly, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center
Staybridge Suites Aurora/Naperville
Relax in Staybridge's all-suite hotel designed for business, leisure or relocating travelers. Stay in a spacious one-bedroom or two bedroom/two-bath suite. Enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast buffet or have a midweek evening dinner reception. Located within walking distance of the Metra train station (commuting to downtown Chicago) and minutes from downtown Aurora. Surrounded by numerous restaurants and shopping choices. Close to the Great Lakes Center volleyball venue. Other features include indoor pool and hot tub, gym and outdoor sport court. 250 sq. ft. boardroom suitable for meetings for 12.
Conveniently located near Northern Illinois University, offering attractive accommodations with a country inn setting. Kitchenette facilities available for long term stays. Many restaurants and entertainment facilities within walking distance. Meeting room available for up to 220. Amenities include: Fitness Center, Outdoor Pool, 24 Coffee Service available, Handicapped Accessible, Sauna, Pet Friendly, Banquet Facilities, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center
At Hansen's Motel, we offer a wide range of king, queen and double bed rooms. We also offer you the full range of amenities that you would expect in a quality motel.
Located just moments from Northern Illinois University, with easy access to I-88 and the Historic Lincoln Highway (Route 38), the Hampton Inn hotel in DeKalb, IL, offers a comfortable base for guests traveling on business or vacationing in DeKalb, Illinois. The hotel is near shops, restaurant and pubs in quaint downtown DeKalb and Sycamore. Stay connected with free WiFi, work in comfort at the ergonomic desk or watch movies on the HDTV. Sleep soundly on the clean and fresh Hampton bed® before waking to Hampton's free hot breakfast buffet, offering a variety of hot and cold favorites. Exercise at this hotel in DeKalb, IL, in the free fitness center or relax in the indoor swimming pool. Buy snacks from the 24-hour Suite Shop, and enjoy free tea and coffee, and information about what to see and do in DeKalb, in the welcoming lobby any time of the day or night. Stay connected with useful services and amenities in the free 24-hour business center or hold a successful event for up to 30 people in the 627 sq. ft. meeting room.
Built in 1993 located just off the toll-way. Very convenient location with a friendly staff eager to help guests. Spa suites make a perfect weekend getaway. Amenities include: Indoor Pool, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Pet Friendly, Wi-Fi Access, Guest Laundry
Located in the center of campus, the Hotel at Holmes offers the convenience of meeting spaces, restaurants, recreation, and more—all under one roof. We are also within walking distance of downtown DeKalb and a 5-minute drive to the NIU Convocation Center. The Hotel at Holmes is DeKalb's only high rise hotel with magnificent views. Did you know….The Hotel at Holmes offers 78 rooms and suites including three executive suites on the 15th floor along with seven full floors of hotel rooms? We are open to students, faculty, and the general public. Meeting room available for up to 2,200, NIU Huskie Den with bowling and pool tables on site.
The Super 8 has 42 rooms, some with whirlpool tubs. Complimentary continental breakfast, free local calls, cable TV. Major credit cards accepted.
A contemporary bed and breakfast located in the heart of historic DeKalb County. The private cottage has been newly renovated and features carefully chosen furniture, decor and attention to detail. Relax into the cushy softness of the luxurious queen bed. Settle into the soft, leather recliner or love seat and watch a movie. Walk outside and enjoy the coolness of the shade from the tall Maples and explore the lovingly tended gardens. The Parkside Bed and Breakfast is the perfect destination for travelers looking for a weekend getaway or just relaxation and comfort while on an extended business stay. Amenities include: Gourmet breakfast included, kitchenette, walk-in shower, complimentary Wi-Fi Access, office work area
Stay just minutes from Chicago Premium Outlets, Paramount Theatre, Two Brothers Roundhouse and Hollywood Casino Aurora. 71 newly renovated rooms with complimentary Wi-Fi, refrigerator, microwave, 39" LED TV. Indoor pool and fitness center. Pet friendly with deposit.
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Situated on beautifully landscaped grounds featuring a labyrinth and hedge maze this 1854 Italianate country cottage is reminiscent of rural Tuscan villas and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Guests can choose from five bedrooms, with each room/bath combination offering a different level of amenities. The Homestead is ideal for small executive, group and personal retreats, a weekend getaway, an intimate wedding, commitment ceremony, renewal of marriage vows or other special events, bridal and baby showers, romantic getaways, girls weekend escapes, honeymoons, reunions with friends and family, and for business travelers. Our unique property provides the ideal setting to inspire creative minds and rejuvenate tired bodies. Group tours and catered lunches & dinners can be arranged.
Red Roof Inn located in Rochelle offers 59 spacious rooms, whirlpool suites, cable and movie channels, coffee makers, free high-speed wireless internet, microfridge in every room, voicemail and pet friendly. Continental breakfast, large indoor pool area featuring a whirlpool, exercise room, outdoor patio area. For small meetings and intimate receptions we offer facilities for groups of up to 25.
Stay overnight at this full-service Holiday Inn complete with luxury amenities and service. Wake up to a cooked fresh breakfast made to order, enjoy a delectable dinner served in Kem's restaurant and unwind in the lounge or indoor heated pool and 24-hour fitness center. Other amenities include complimentary high-speed wireless Internet and business center, free parking and easy access to major expressways. Meeting and banquet space available.
83 guest rooms, including single-studio suites, double queen suites and one bedroom suites. Suites include fully equipped kitchens with full-size refrigerator and icemaker, dishwasher, microwave and stovetop plus a variety of dishes, cookware and utensils. Suites also include spacious work area with two-line phone and free high-speed Internet access. Perfect location for business, leisure and extended-stay travelers.
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Patients should understand that most people who have sudden low back pain, even with sciatica, have a high likelihood of substantial improvement over the first month.
The most commonly prescribed medications for the treatment of back pain are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Evidence suggests that short-term use of NSAIDs brings effective relief in patients with acute back pain. The benefits of NSAIDs for chronic back pain are less certain.
There are dozens of available NSAIDs:
In April 2005, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) asked drug manufacturers of prescription NSAIDs to include with their products the same warning label used for the COX-2 inhibitor celecoxib (Celebrex). This "black box" warning, the FDA's strongest, emphasizes the increased risks for cardiovascular events (heart-related problems) and gastrointestinal (digestive tract) bleeding associated with the use of these drugs. The FDA also requested manufacturers of OTC NSAIDs to be more specific in their labels concerning potential cardiovascular and gastrointestinal risks. Due to its proven heart benefits, aspirin was excluded from these labeling revisions. In December 2006, the FDA proposed even stronger labeling changes to highlight the potential of these drugs to cause liver damage, as well as risks of alcohol and drug interactions with NSAIDs.
Long-term, regular use of NSAIDs can increase the risk for heart attack, especially for people who have a heart condition. Long-term use of NSAIDs is also the second most common cause of ulcers and gastrointestinal bleeding. To reduce the risks associated with NSAIDs, take the lowest dose possible for pain relief.
Other possible side effects of NSAIDs may include:
Long-term use of NSAIDs is the second most common cause of ulcers. Ulcers caused by NSAIDs are more likely to bleed than those caused by the bacteria Helicobacter pylori.
Those at high risk for bleeding include people over age 60, anyone with a history of ulcers or gastrointestinal bleeding, patients with serious heart conditions, people who abuse alcohol, and those who take medications such as anticoagulants (blood thinners) and corticosteroids.
Proton-pump inhibitor (PPI) drugs may help prevent and heal ulcers caused by NSAIDs. PPIs include omeprazole (Prilosec), esomeprazole (Nexium), and lansoprazole (Prevacid).
COX-2 Inhibitors (Coxibs). Coxibs inhibit an inflammation-promoting enzyme called COX-2. This drug class was initially thought to provide benefits equal to NSAIDs but cause less gastrointestinal distress. However, following numerous reports of heart problems, skin rashes, and other adverse effects, the FDA re-evaluated the risks and benefits of this drug class. This lead to the removal of rofecoxib (Vioxx) and valdecoxib (Bextra) from the United States market. Celecoxib (Celebrex) is still available, but patients should ask their doctor whether the drug is appropriate and safe for them. In December 2006, the FDA approved celecoxib for the relief of symptoms of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis in patients ages 2 years and older.
Tramadol (Ultram) is a pain reliever that has been used as an alternative to opioids. While the drug has opioid-like properties, it is not as addictive. (Dependence and abuse have been reported, however.) It can cause nausea, but does not cause the severe gastrointestinal problems that NSAIDs can. Some patients who take tramadol experience severe itching. A combination of tramadol and acetaminophen (Ultracet) is now available. It provides more rapid pain relief than tramadol alone.
Narcotics are pain-relievers that act on the central nervous system. They are the most powerful medications available for the management of pain.
There are two types of narcotics:
Opioids are effective for short-term relief of back pain. Using them for longer than 16 weeks to treat low back pain has not been well studied and may increase the risk of abuse, if a health care provider does not manage usage well.
Newer ways to deliver pain medicine have been developed. A skin patch containing an opioid called transdermal fentanyl (Duragesic) may relieve chronic back pain more effectively than oral opioids.
Common side effects of opioids include anxiety, constipation, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, paranoia, urinary retention, restlessness, and labored or slow breathing. Addiction is a risk, although less than is commonly believed when these medications are used for pain relief. In fact, when prescribed properly, use of opioids for chronic pain can be safer in some cases than on-going use of NSAIDs. Unfortunately, opioid abuse among young people is a major concern. Unless the pain is very severe, experts advise against routinely prescribing opioids.
Injections of corticosteroids (commonly called steroids) are sometimes used to treat low back pain caused by nerve impingement. The injection is placed into the epidural space, just inside the outer membrane covering the spine.
The injection is directed as close to the location of the affected nerve as possible. Corticosteroids reduce inflammation.
Studies that measure the benefits of steroid injections on sciatica or low back pain are conflicting.
No high quality studies have shown that these injections provide long-term benefit for most patients, compared to more conservative treatments. However, reasonable evidence shows that patients receive short-term pain relief, generally over a 1 - 2 month period, from these injections.
Serious and painful side effects, including meningitis and inflammation, are possible. However, such risks are very low.
Epidural steroid injections for spinal stenosis may provide short-term relief of pain but generally do not improve the patient's daily functioning, nor do they help patients avoid surgery.
Researchers are investigating whether injections of botulinum toxin (Botox) in the lower back can safely and effectively relieve pain. Botox is commonly used to smooth out wrinkles and to treat other neuromuscular disorders. Very small amounts of Botox temporarily paralyze muscle tissue. Some studies have suggested that Botox may be of help in relieving chronic low back pain but its role in the treatment of back pain has not yet been determined.
Some studies show that antidepressants may lessen the severity of pain in some patients, although they have little effect on daily functioning. Antidepressants called tricyclics may be effective painkillers in non-depressed people with chronic back pain. Such antidepressants include amitriptyline (Elavil, Endep), desipramine (Norpramin), doxepin (Sinequan), imipramine (Tofranil), amoxapine (Asendin), nortriptyline (Pamelor, Aventyl), and maprotiline (Ludiomil).
Tricyclics can have severe side effects. Nonetheless, experts believe there is a useful role for these drugs that warrants further investigation.
A recent review of existing studies found no clear evidence that antidepressants help people with chronic low back pain. However, the reviewers noted that antidepressants help in other cases of chronic pain and that additional, larger studies are needed to clarify their effect on chronic low back pain.
A combination of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and muscle relaxants -- such as cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril), diazepam (Valium), carisoprodol (Soma), or methocarbamol (Robaxin) -- are sometimes used for patients with acute low back pain. Evidence has shown that they can help relieve non-specific low back pain, but some experts warn that these drugs should be used cautiously, since they target the brain, not the muscles. Patients who take muscle relaxants may experience a number of central nervous system side effects, such as drowsiness. The muscle relaxant Soma can be addictive and does little more than induce sleep.
Generally, manufacturers of herbal remedies and dietary supplements do not need FDA approval to sell their products. Just like a drug, herbs and supplements can affect the body's chemistry, and therefore have the potential to produce side effects that may be harmful. There have been a number of reported cases of serious and even lethal side effects from herbal products. Always check with your doctor before using any herbal remedies or dietary supplements.
Most herbal remedies used for back pain are said to have both pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory effects. A few have been found to have some benefit when compared to placebo or sugar pill. However, none of these have been compared to other standard treatments.
White willow bark, bromelain, and Boswellia have blood-thinning properties and can interfere with anticoagulant medications, such as warfarin (Coumadin).


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SocialToaster announced today that they have been chosen along with media partner, SME Digital, Social Media Explorer's digital marketing agency, to launch a new and innovative Social TV Campaign for 'The Balancing Act.' 'The Balancing Act,' is America's premier morning show, which airs weekday mornings at 7am (ET/PT) on Lifetime Television and is produced by O2 Media Inc.
"O2 Media Inc. is setting a new frontier for what an integrated media production company can bring to the table and sharing with networks and brands how to utilize social, TV and mobile to increase viewership, determine show content and provide more incentives for brand sponsorships," said Jamie Kennedy, Social Media Director at O2 Media Inc. "SME Digital's consultation was the strategic insight we needed to ensure the campaign was fully integrated and provided both brands and fans incentives. When we learned that brands were seeing an increase in anywhere from 60 to 74 percent of their content shared across the social networks of their fans every time it gets delivered through the SocialToaster, we knew that SocialToaster was the missing link to launching this campaign successfully."
"We are extremely excited to have been chosen by O2 Media Inc. as a strategic partner to assist in the development and launch of the campaign. We recommended SocialToaster as the software to help amplify the news around the contests and provide fan feedback and metrics to assist in meeting the goals we established for the campaign," commented Nichole Kelly, President of SME Digital.
O2 Media Inc., a full-service integrated media and production company, is a pioneer in the Branded Entertainment industry. Unlike other production firms, networks or agencies, O2 Media Inc. is providing their clients with branding insight and strategy all in one place, creating dynamic social conversations that allow them to engage with their audience and have the audience shape the direction of a show or development of a product. Kraft's new Baker's Chocolate product will be introduced and used in a cooking segment on August 2, 2012. O2 Media Inc. was looking for an effective way to engage the audience with Kraft's new product and provide an easy way for audience members to then bring this segment and the product into their own kitchens. To achieve this goal, O2 Media Inc. set out to create a Social TV Campaign for Lifetime's 'The Balancing Act' and Kraft's new Baker's Chocolate. The campaign was designed to drive audience engagement, allow viewers to determine the content of the show, incentivize fans to influence new supporters of the show, and increase social sharing. In addition, the campaign encourages interaction through Facebook, Twitter, and provides bloggers a way to monetize brand sponsorships.
SME Digital worked with O2 Media Inc. to develop a Social TV Campaign that would include a food blogger contest, where contestants with a strong following would be asked to submit a video of them making a recipe using Kraft's new Baker's Chocolate to win an opportunity for them to have their own segment on 'The Balancing Act.' The second contest involves viewers submitting their own recipes, including the story and history behind the recipe with a photo, to be voted on by the show's Facebook fans and Twitter followers for a variety of cash prizes. The 1st prize recipe winner will receive $1,000 and a summer cookout.
SME Digital chose SocialToaster as the platform to push out controlled messages and content around the contests to 'The Balancing Act's' Super Fans' as a result of the company's strong background in the area and track-record for results with a number of recognizable brands. SocialToaster amplifies corporate messaging on brands' social networking sites, proving that there is immense value in social media engagement. Loyal fans of a brand called 'Super Fans' are mobilized with an email whenever the brand has blog postings, events, articles, or promotions for them to promote. With just one click, Super Fans share the brand's content with peers across all of their selected social networking sites. The visibility of the message increases exponentially as the content is shared.
"Over the last few months, we've taken SocialToaster a step further and established a gamification element to the system," explained Brian Razzaque, CEO of SocialToaster. "We believe the incredible share rates that our clients have experienced are a result of the combination of the gaming elements of the software that ties rewarding to sharing and recruitment of new fans and the ease of use for our client's consumers. This will add tremendous value to O2 Media Inc. and 'The Balancing Act' in launching, promoting and assessing the Social TV Campaign."
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"Back to school, back to school.....to prove to teams that I'm no fool."
In a plot twist resembling the 1995 comedy Billy Madison, which starred Adam Sandler as a entitled hotel heir who squandered his privilege and must repeat every grade in school to inherit his father's company, former NFL quarterback Vince Young has returned to the University of Texas to finish his degree.
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An admirable pursuit, for sure, but there's also one other thing, according to Sports Illustrated's Stewart Mandel.
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Vince Young, back on campus this semester finishing his degree, will work out at Texas' pro day, according to Mack Brown.
Yes, Young, who turns 30 in May and was selected the third overall pick in the 2006 NFL Draft, will be in the mix with a handful of current Longhorns, all trying to prove to NFL scouts that they belong in the league. No player on Texas' current roster had the kind of college career Young did, leading the team to a national title following his All-American 2005 season.
Yet Young's pro career proved an inconsistent misuse of talent and wealth, with Young finding himself out of work and broke despite earning $26 million in six years of pro football. There were the tales of $5000 weekly trips to the Cheesecake Factory, $600 shots of Louis XIII de Remy Martin at Morton's after games and more.
While Mack Brown's desire to give Young one final showcase for his talents is a fine gesture, Young is going to have to almost perform better at this tryout than he did during predraft tests seven years ago. After throwing four touchdowns and nine interceptions (and getting sacked 36 times) in six appearances with Philadelphia in 2011, most NFL teams don't have much of a recent memory of what Young was once capable of on a football field.
It would be one of the greatest comeback stories in NFL history if Young somehow finds the way back to being a productive player in the league again. But unless he's managed to find a new commitment to the game that has been absent until this time, this scene isn't likely to have a Hollywood ending.
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Secretary to Lyndon B. Johnson (1957-1962) in his Majority Leader Office in the Capitol and through Kennedy?s presidential campaign. Involved with the Executive Office of the President (1961-1963). Personal secretary to First Lady Mrs. Lyndon B. Johnson beginning in 1963 and through the time of the interview in 1969.


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The Salt Lake City Meth and Drug Initiative recently celebrated 10 years of fostering successful partnerships by expanding from focusing solely on methamphetamine to examining the problem of prescription drug abuse in Utah. Dispatch Managing Editor Esteban Hernandez sat down with the InitiativeÆs Marjean Searcy and Krista Dunn to discuss past successes and upcoming initiatives.
CP Dispatch: The Salt Lake City Meth and Drug Initiative (formerly the Salt Lake City COPS Methamphetamine Initiative) was initiated more than 10 years ago and in that time has received nationwide accolades as a best practice program for fighting meth use. What do you see as the biggest accomplishments and successes during the past 10 years?
Ms. Searcy: Our biggest accomplishment is definitely the partnerships among all agencies involved in helping users. Now there is good collaboration between the police and treatment providers.
A great example of how this collaboration works is that a 7-month pregnant woman was kicked out of the drug diversion program because she said she hadnÆt used in the past 5 days. I was able to call and get her into treatment the next day. Treatment has decided to send a van out that can go to drug raids and assist with intake. The police have learned to coordinate with them and make the process of providing treatment smoother.
Ms. Dunn: Another big accomplishment was the End Meth Now campaign (www.endmethnow.org). Former drug users came forward to say that meth is bad. Featuring survivor stories and family portraits, the campaign was humanistic, not criminalizing, and provided hope to current users.
Ms. Searcy: The open-air drug market in Pioneer Park had been around for more than 30 years. Having a food bank, homeless shelter, and medical and other social services located in one place led to problems in the neighborhood, with residents and businesses complaining but no real solutions. The Meth and Drug initiative started looking at the area, using the Open-Air Drug Market POP Guide for ideas, and built a strategy according to the SARA model. The solutions including making police officers more visible by having them wear reflective yellow vests, installing video surveillance, and looking at new prosecution strategies including deportation and treatment.
In the 3 months after cameras were installed, there have been no arrests in Pioneer Park and families have been using the park for picnics. Local businesses and residents are happy to have their park back.
CP Dispatch: What major initiatives do you have planned for the next 10 years?
Ms. Searcy: Our biggest new initiative is the Utah Pharmaceutical Drug Crime Program. This is modeled after the Meth and Drug Initiative and came about using the same comprehensive problem-solving approach.
Utah is always one of the states with the highest rates of prescription drug abuse. Because of the dominance of the Mormon religion, there are many large families, which leads to stress among primary caregivers. In the Mormon religion, drinking is taboo but prescription painkillers are acceptable. Valium has replaced alcohol and/or caffeine for many Utah women. In 2007 there were 317 deaths from painkiller overdosesŚmore than the amount of deaths from car accidents.
Given the scope of this problem, the Drug Enforcement Agency, the Rocky Mountain High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area, and the National Methamphetamine Chemical Initiative started taking a closer look at prescription drug abuse. The Meth and Drug Initiative was a natural partner for their efforts because of our successes in creating comprehensive strategies for dealing with drug issues. The Pharmaceutical Drug Crime Program is integrating not just enforcement but also prevention, education, environmental impact assessment, and treatment options.
Working with physicians and the pharmaceutical boards is an essential strategy for the success of this program. Many people start prescription drug abuse for legitimate pain and many doctors arenÆt set up to deal with the abuse that could follow, even though they are the best person suited to help those people, perhaps by recommending them to a methadone program. The important thing is that many agencies are working together to solve this problem.
Ms. Dunn: The Meth and Drug Initiative was initially conceived with the mindset that having a collaborative program was so important that it needed to keep functioning when the initial funding ran out. Because they strategically planned that way, the funding has kept coming.
Utah only had two meth labs last year. Ten years ago, labs were the primary focus. The program has to keep evolving or it becomes pointless. It has now evolved and grown to react to changing needs. For example, we hope to create a way to protect elderly people under the care of meth-addicted relatives, and expand Adult Protective Services.
CP Dispatch: The project works with stakeholders with different priorities and needs. What are the benefits and challenges of such an approach?
Ms. Dunn: ItÆs hard! Initially we were working with more than 30 stakeholders, agencies which werenÆt used to working together. We had to negotiate politics. The hardest part was the initial set-up. Now agencies and individuals trust us.
Ms. Searcy: In the beginning we had to convince people to work with us, to work together. Now people entering those positions know that this collaboration is something expected of them. The people who we initially worked with are now supervisors and are supportive of their successors and underlings working on this coordination. We now have partners all over the city. The culture is there now where it wasnÆt before.
Ms. Dunn: If you take the money away, but leave the people in place, it would still work, although you wouldnÆt be able to attack new problems as much. The agencies have invested staff time and money and have seen the benefit they get from the partnerships. In the beginning, they came for the money. Now they come for the program benefits to their individual agency missions.
CP Dispatch: As nonsworn civilian police employees, you can offer a different perspective on community policing. What do you think your role and that of other civilian employees of police departments should be in terms of implementing community policing?
Ms. Searcy: Civilians have a great place in police departments, and Chief Burbank agrees. Budget cuts affect civilians first, but they are essential to developing long-term strategies and a sense of community. Police officers can be overworked, so itÆs good to have civilians take on policy roles.
Ms. Dunn: We want our officers out on the street; we donÆt want them back doing all of the things a civilian can do. As an added bonus, civilians tend to be less expensive.
Ms. Searcy: Integrating civilians with police helps change their focus. We help them identify community needs, concerns, and problems, which helps them be more successful.
Ms. Dunn: Sometimes a sworn officer isnÆt the best person to talk to a community member. Some people are intimidated by uniforms and badges. Having a civilian available to conduct interviews can be invaluable.
CP Dispatch: What advice would you give someone who wanted to replicate the Salt Lake City model in their own community?
Ms. Searcy: Be patient. Problems and frustrations will arise, but they shouldnÆt stop overall progress. Work through the underlying issues, step back, and be open to hearing about the problem and possible solutions.
Ms. Dunn: Working collaboratively is always difficult, but in the end itÆs easier than doing it alone.
Krista Dunn has been the grants manager for the Salt Lake City Police Department for the past 10 years. During that time, she has been responsible for acquiring and managing more than $35 million in grant funding for Salt Lake City. She has worked extensively with federal, state, and foundation grants, and has assisted other local communities and school districts in attaining funding for worthy projects.
Krista has a background in drug and alcohol prevention and intervention and as a teacher and administrator of programs for at-risk children and families in Salt Lake area public schools. She has been a city council member for the past 10 years for Murray City, a suburb of Salt Lake.
Marjean Searcy became the project coordinator for the Salt Lake City COPS Methamphetamine Initiative in February 1999. As the coordinator of this multiagency partnership, she and her colleagues have accomplished system-wide change in Utah.
The Salt Lake City COPS Methamphetamine Initiative has received national recognition as an effective response to the methamphetamine epidemic. The project combines comprehensive problem-oriented policing strategies in the areas of law enforcement, prosecution, judicial, child protection, substance abuse treatment, medical, and public awareness. Highlights of Salt LakeÆs accomplishments include a nationally recognized drug endangered children program, regulations for the clean-up of chemically contaminated properties, increased law enforcement and prosecution efforts, and substance-abuse treatment services.
In 2001, Ms. Searcy and her colleagues received the Salt Lake Police Department Distinguished Unit Citation for the Meth Initiative. She also received the Salt Lake ChiefÆs Civilian of the Year award in 2004. The Salt Lake City COPS Meth Initiative has been featured in various national and local conferences in the United States.
COPS Office Resources:
- Dealing Drugs in Open-Air Markets POP Guide
- Clandestine Meth Labs, 2nd Edition POP Guide
- Video Surveillance of Public Places POP Guide


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Gilman: "We're Looking to Make Another Move, at least one, and potentially two"
Thomas Drance
April 02 2013 02:50PM
Laurence Gilman says the Canucks haven't finished renovating their roster ahead of the deadline.
Could a Ryane Clowe trade be next?
Following a busy morning in which the Canucks extended Chris Higgins and traded for Derek Roy and re-assigned Jordan Schroeder, Canucks Assistant General Manager Laurence Gilman appeared on the Team 1040's Canucks lunch with Matt Sekeres and Blake Price. Gilman addressed a number of issues, but mostly talked about the multitude of moves the team has already made and might still make over the next twenty-three hours (or so).
Asked whether or not the Canucks are "satisfied" or "done" with their roster tinkering, Laurence Gilman dropped this tantalizing nugget:
"We're not done trying to improve this hockey team... We're looking to make another move, at least one, and potentially two.
We know that this is our team and it's our time and it's fertile and we're trying to win the Stanley Cup. So we're working at every angle here to see what we can do to add another piece."
Nails Much? Read past the jump.
One deal that the Canucks are rumoured to be interested in making is acquiring big Ryane Clowe from the San Jose Sharks. Certainly Ryane Clowe - who is goalless this season, but is a useful and massive top-nine forward who consistently posts stellar possession numbers - has good things to say about the Canucks and headcoach Alain Vigneault. Addressing the Clowe situation, Gilman had this to say:
"The bottom line is you're talking about a player on another team who has a no-trade clause (NTC) so he'll have some measure of selection in where he goes. When a player doesn't have a NTC, the dimension of the deal is two dimensional - General Manager to General Manager. When a player has a NTC it becomes a three-way deal more or less. Particularly for a player with a NTC on an expiring contract and clearly would like to play again, there's also the dimension of a potential contract extension. So there are a lot of moving parts and it's difficult to sum up his situation with one sentence or one answer."
That's pretty fascinating, but yeah, it certainly sounds like the Canucks will do what they can to pry Clowe out of San Jose and maybe even extend him.
This could be a fascinating situation to keep an eye on, especially since Clowe has the right to "press send" on any trade he's involved with (which, presumably serves to mitigate San Jose's leverage in trade talks somewhat). Clowe is getting up there in age and could prove to be a pricey addition - both in terms of his future cap-hit, and the assets required to pry him out of San Jose - but he'd change the complexion of this forward group significantly.
At another point in the interview, Laurence Gilman addressed whether or not the addition of Derek Roy - who solidifies the Canucks down the middle of their lineup, in theory - changes the calculus for the Canucks in terms of an asking price on the Roberto Luongo deal:
"Assuming Ryan Kesler gets healthy soon, we're now looking down the middle at Henrik Sedin, Ryan Kesler, Derek Roy and Maxim Lapierre. Now, Ryan Kesler has been used as a wing at other points in his career, in my opinion some of the best hockey he's played for us was with Mats Sundin as a centreiceman. In the case of Roberto, in the event that we move him a centre could easily come but it provides us some flexibility to take back another positional player such as a forward (a winger) or a defenseman."
So in short: yes it does.
In terms of specific areas the Canucks will still be looking to address before the deadline, Gilman said the team feels they could "use another forward of some measure," and also "wouldn't rule out getting another defenseman to upgrade our bottom pairing." He ended the interview with a bit of passion too, which should get any trade-loving Canucks fan's blood pumping:
"We know we have a chance to compete with the teams to win the Stanley Cup. But to do that we need to have a complete roster. We're trawling on all fronts to make it happen. If that makes it sound like we're all in, well then I guess we are"
Listen to Laurence Gilman's complete interview here.
More Deadline Coverage from CanucksArmy.com:
- Canucks Extend Chris Higgins for Four Years
- Canucks Trade Kevin Connauton and a 2nd Rounder to Dallas for Derek Roy
- 5 Defenseman the Canucks Might Target at the Deadline
- 5 Top-Six Forwards who the Canucks Might Target at the Deadline
- 5 Depth Forwards who the Canucks Might Target at the Deadline
- Mike Gillis' Trade Deadline Resume
- Inventory
I thought the most interesting bit of the interview was when he was being coy with Matt and Blake about their cap situation. Wouldn't say if Malhotra was on LTIR, and said that Booth had been on it for a while. Makes me think that the $2.2m left in AAV that Capgeek has them at may be closer to $5m in AAV if they're looking at moving two more pieces.
Gilman is the man.


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cracks in the darkness: Project Christmas Magic
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This is so heartwarming. God's timing is just perfect and being open to letting him use you is just awesome. Nothing could be more valuable right now, good work!!! I love envisioning the smiles.
- December 17, 2012 at 10:45 AM
- Kristie at The Decorologist.com said...
This is wonderful, Abby. I donated my services a couple of years ago to designing a computer lab for a women & children's shelter, but I really love the idea of doing something seasonal like you did in your town. You've totally inspired me to plan on doing something similar next year here in Nashville. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas filled with blessings and family :)
- December 17, 2012 at 10:59 AM
- Alyson said...
What a wonderful post! Such a great way to add joy to those hurting families. That is awesome!
- December 17, 2012 at 11:13 AM
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What a fantastic thing Abby! Such an amazing way to bring light into someones life. Blessings to you and your family this Christmas season.
- December 17, 2012 at 2:58 PM
- Aubrey {All Things Bright and Beautiful} said...
This post couldn't have come at a better time...it is so inspiring to see that there are still people advocating for good and lifting up the hands that hang down. What a truly beautiful project and a precious Christmas memory (c:
- December 17, 2012 at 3:11 PM
- firstname.lastname@example.com said...
Oh Abby. This has so inspired me to do more and be a better person. You are a gift. What a feeling it must be to know that you are bringing love and magic to women and kids. Xx
- December 17, 2012 at 7:09 PM
- Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication said...
This is so amazing and inspiring. Thank you so much for sharing!
- December 17, 2012 at 9:11 PM
- Sarah S said...
I was so touched when I read your post. Very inspirational and I would love to donate next year! Even without the 'after' photos it was so great to hear how excited the children and women were - that's all that really matters!
- December 17, 2012 at 10:18 PM
- Cathy Wall said...
Good for you Abby, what a wonderful gift and such generous contributors. I have thought about helping in a way such as this in my community, you have inspired me to pursue that further. Enjoy continuing to give your gift!
- December 18, 2012 at 10:20 AM
This is amazing. You are such an inspiration. Know you are making the place beautiful, and the women and children will enjoy. Amazon will be delivering books to you on the 20th for the children. Merry Christmas.
- December 18, 2012 at 1:22 PM
- Amanda said...
This is so awesome Abby!! What a delight for these families to have the Christmas spirit in their shelter.
- December 18, 2012 at 3:54 PM
Just saw this Abbs. You're awesome!!:)
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The Emery High volleyball team is in jeopardy of missing this season's playoffs after losing three straight region contests. In the past couple of weeks, Emery has lost to South Sevier, Grand and San Juan in region 15 action and now the Spartans possess a 1-4 region record.
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The convocation, a non-denominational event, will feature inspirational addresses from Dixie College alumni Dave and Cheryl (Lang) Rose. Joining DSU students, administrators, faculty and staff in attendance will be a number of St. George-area clergy representatives, along with local government leaders and the school's Board of Trustees, among other dignitaries. The program will also include inspirational songs and performances by students and faculty from DSU's Fine Arts department.
Dave Rose ('80) was a two-sport star at Dixie College and was first-team all-league selection in basketball and baseball. In 1977, he helped lead the Rebels to the NJCAA College Baseball World Series. After serving a two-year mission for the LDS Church, Rose returned to St. George and picked up where he left off. He earned all-SWAC honors in basketball, and won the 1980 Region 18 batting title with a .421 average as a sophomore. He then went on to play two seasons at the University of Houston, where he was a member of the famed "Phi Slamma Jamma" teams with Hakeem Olajuwon and Clyde Drexler.
Rose, who will be inducted into DSU's Athletic Hall of Fame on Saturday, Sept. 14, returned to Dixie as an assistant men's basketball coach under Ken Wagner for three seasons before taking over as head coach in 1990, and in seven seasons he compiled a 167-57 overall record, led the Rebels to three Scenic West Conference titles, and was named the 1993 SWAC Coach of the Year. In 1997, Rose moved up the road to become an assistant coach at BYU and was named head coach of the Cougars prior to the 2005-06 season. In his eight seasons as head coach at BYU, he has compiled a 209-66 overall record, and his 209 victories rank him second on BYU's all-time list. He also led the Cougars to seven-straight post-season trips, including seven NCAA Tournament appearances.
Cheryl Rose ('77) was a former Dixie College Rebelette who met her husband Dave in a business class at Dixie in 1979. The couple got married in 1980, just prior to the move to Houston. When the couple returned to Dixie in 1990, Cheryl helped established a drug and alcohol prevention program on the Dixie campus, and her efforts led to the institution becoming the first state-funded prevention program in Utah. Her foresight and leadership also led to her appointment as a regional drug and alcohol prevention coordinator by the U.S. Department of Education.
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President Nadauld introduced a new convocation tradition in 2008, as a way to establish a four-year culture at Dixie and is pleased it has become a permanent part of the fabric of the campus. He noted that these types of non-denominational gatherings go on at other college campuses throughout the country and have an inspirational flavor to them.
For more information on the convocation, please contact the DSU Public Relations office at 435-652-7544.


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Finally! EPIC CHAPTER!
lol. LMAO! My heart was touched at how Hiramaru kept getting up and getting knocked down again. Its something we've seen in many shounen mangas, especially the top 3, but its never been done like this...with a sense of realism.
The whole chapter was win. Now I feel sorry for Hiramaru; he shouldn't make promises on a whim.
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That chapter was hilarious! LOL epic stuff.
Hiramaru & Nakai together is pretty much the biggest comical relief you can get. The most worthless and uninspiring team of fools. Just wait till nakai meets the editor, there's gonna be some interesting 3-way dialogs there.
Just an awesome turn of events, can't wait to see more.
Great chapter as usual. This one though was exceptional.
Hirmamaru in his Bruce Lee outfit was just win. Listen to the wise words of Hirmaru, "Violence is a no,no with women. It's not something a man should resort to." Definitely didn't see that ending coming though.
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