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StarView Vineyards is a family owned and operated winery and vineyard located in beautiful southern Illinois along the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. Our vineyards are continuing to expand and today we grow seven varieties of both Native American grapes and French American Hybrids. About 90% of the wine that we make comes from grapes that we grow in our vineyards. We are open daily, year round, and invite you to come enjoy our award winning wines on our deck and take in all the beauty that surrounds us. StarView is one of the premier destination wineries in the region. We have entertained tens of thousands of guests, hosted weddings, parties and weekend music series. We are pet friendly, so bring your 4 legged family member along with you. Our café offers delicious homemade food or you can bring your own picnic. We are excited to share our vineyard and wines with you and we hope you come by to visit us and become part of our story too!
Stardust Golf and Country Club
Stardust offers 9 holes of golf with a par of 36. Winter golf is available. Amenities include club and cart rental and a snack bar.
CITY:Johnston City
Start the day with the 5K run/walk race at 9 a.m. Watch the parade at 11am, enjoy corned beef & cabbage at the 17th Street Bar and Grill Warehouse. The Irish Kids' Fest will feature arts and crafts, games and story telling at the Murphysboro Youth Center, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Grab a shillelagh and pour a green beer, or sample local craft beers while listening to the Irish music, and try your hand in the Leprechaun Classic Bocce Tournament to be held at Riverside Park.
The St. Nicholas Brewing Company opened its doors in August 2014 as a microbrewery and restaurant. All of our beer is brewed in house and paired with your favorite pizzas and sandwiches. We are so happy to share our love for craft beer with the rest of Southern Illinois! The owners of the St. Nicholas Brewing Company share a love beer, bicycles, and great food.
CITY:Du Quoin
We are Southern Illinois' destination for a secluded and peaceful getaway. We are luxurious, fully equipped log homes, set on 95 acres, available to you for a few days, a week, or even longer. Each cabin can comfortably sleep 6 to 8 people. Our cabins were built specifically for guests who want to get away from the busy realities of life and just enjoy the simple things. Enjoy fishing in our lakes, hunting, the wildlife and beautiful sunsets from the deck. We are an easy ten minutes from Carbondale and Southern Illinois University, and within driving distance to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, Southern Illinois lakes, Shawnee National Forest, Giant City Park and the DuQuoin fairgrounds.
CITY:De Soto
Southern Illinois University McLeod Theatre
See an affordably priced play at this 500-seat theater that's the home base for the Southern Illinois University Carbondale Department of Theatre.
Southern Illinois University Arena
This 10,000-seat facility is located on the beautiful campus of Southern Illinois University Carbondale. The Arena is home to NCAA Division 1 basketball team, the SIU Salukis. The Arena also hosts nationally touring concerts, family shows, theatrical events and circuses.
Southern Illinois University Animal Science & Nutritional Department
Southern Illinois University Carbondale offers guided field trips of its farms, conducted by student agri-ambassadors.
Watch Outlaw Micro Sprint, Junior Sprint Cars, Non-Winged Outlaw and Restricted Micros race every Saturday night at 7pm.
Southern Illinois Music Festival
The Southern Illinois Music Festival, now in its 13th season, is presenting it's largest event at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center in June 2017. The Southern Illinois Music Festival presents three-dozen professional performances of classical music and jazz in two dozen venues throughout Southern Illinois each June. The Festival has been nationally recognized in Symphony magazine, the premiere publication for American orchestras; by the Chicago Tribune Travel section as one of 24 top summer activities (musical and otherwise) in an eight-state region; and by AAA Midwest magazine as a Midwest Travel Treasure.
Southern Illinois Miners Rent One Park
The Southern Illinois Miners Rent One Park is the stadium where The Southern Illinois Miners Frontier league baseball team plays from May through September.
Southern Illinois Miners Baseball
The Southern Illinois Miners are a professional baseball team based in Marion, IL. The Miners are a member of the East Division of the independent Frontier League. Since 2007, the Miners have played their home games at Rent One Park. The "Miners" name refers to the Southern Illinois region's history of coal mining.
Southern Illinois Hunting and Fishing Days
The 26th Annual Southern Illinois Hunting and Fishing Days will be held at John A Logan College. It is the largest celebration of Hunting and Fishing Day in the country. This 200+ vendor show offers something for the whole family. Bass Fishing and Crappie seminars, catfish contest, Goose calling contests, Dock Dogs competitions, retriever demonstrations and a kids fishing hole are just a few of the activities throughout the weekend.
Skyline View Cabins invite you to Southern Illinois to enjoy the most beautiful view in the area. From your cabin front porch, you can see the rolling hills of the Shawnee National Forest, Bald Knob Cross and lots of wildlife. In the Winter and early Spring there are 20 acres of hillside woods to tromp through, The property joins the Quetil Walking Trail, into Alto Pass. Both cabins have vaulted ceilings in the living room, kitchen and bedrooms, with real fireplaces, satellite TV and DVD player. Cabins come furnished with leather look sofas, chairs with ottomans, and a dining table that seats 4 people. Local art has been used to decorate both of the cabins.
A collection of everything that sparkles - such as, Blenko, Cambridge, Carnival Glass, Fenton, Heisey & Fostoria Glass. Pottery - Hull, McCoy, & Roseville. Crockery,furniture, primitives and much more.
The Silkwood Inn was built in 1827 and contains furnishings and artifacts from the 1800s. A tour trough this amazing Inn includes the telling of a famous local legend about the kindness of the Silkwood family, a slave girl named Priscilla, and the Trail of Tears. The museum is free to the public but donations are accepted.
Locally owned tour bus that can seat up to 12 people. Services available include wine trail tours, scenic tours, as well as sporting and special events.
Fun bar with dance floor, jukebox and pool tables. Keep an eye out for drink specials.
Shryock Auditorium -- Southern Illinois University
SIUC's 1200-seat theater is located in the historic "old campus" and hosts every genre of performing arts. Constructed in 1918 and renovated in 1972, this magnificent facility is home to the Marianne Webb Pipe Organ, a 59-rank Reuter Pipe Organ.
Shawnee Trails Wilderness Outfitters
Outdoor equipment store, features climbing and rappel gear, packs, tents, sleeping bags, books, boots, outdoor and ski clothing, canoes and kayaks.
The Shawnee Hills Wine Trail features 12 award-winning wineries located along a 25-mile scenic drive along highway 127 and highway 51 in the Shawnee National Forest. Along the way have a picnic, go on a hike, visit a shop, and stay in a cozy B&B or cabin. Many of the wineries host special events throughout the summer and fall.
Shawnee Hills Pottery Trail is a once a year shared pottery experience. Everyone is invited to spend some time exploring the Southern Illinois landscape and the diverse group of potters that make this area home. Each potter will be available for answering questions and of course, showing their work. Some potters will have studio tours, while others may have special activities or demonstrations planned. A family friendly event that promises to be a fun and pleasant time for all.
CITY:Alto Pass
Shawnee Hill Bed and Breakfast
Located on 200 acres of Shawnee National Forest, in a country setting. Enjoy hiking, bird watching, and fishing in stocked ponds. Explore a cave that Daniel Boone carved his name in 1766. Three units are separate from the house.
Quaint little marketplace that is nestled in the peaceful countryside among grazing horses. Deli-style fine cheeses, quality luncheon meats, summer sausages, dry goods, culinary supplies, canned items, homemade items hard-to-find and unusual items and fresh baked bread every Saturday. Lawn furniture by local craftsmen.
Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour consists of eight zip lines, the longest stretching more than 1,100 feet, which will zig-zag across the property's bluffs and through the valley. The tour also includes 11 platforms high in the trees, three aerial suspension bridges, the longest stretching 180 feet, and two short ground hikes. A canopy tour is an exciting way to experience the flora, fauna, geology and history of the outdoors by safely traversing an established route of ziplines and aerial bridges between platforms built in the trees, and they are just plain fun!
This campground on Kinkaid Lake is open year round. There are 81 permanent sites available for annual rental. There are 20 sites with electricity, water, and sewer, plus 40 tent sites. There is also a snack bar.
Sharon's Heart of Gold has a large variety of craft booths.
Located off Route 37 in Johnston City, this antique store has glassware, kitchenware, collectibles, and much more. Lots of variety in this newly established business.
CITY:Johnston City
Family oriented, authentic Mexican cuisine, full bar separate from dining area. All food items are home made, using all natural ingredients and Mexican spices.
Scratch Brewing Company is a farmhouse brewery and restaurant located 5 miles from the Shawnee National Forest in Ava, Illinois. Named one of the top four breweries for foraged beer by Outside Magazine, and one of the most beautiful places to drink beer in the world by All About Beer Magazine, Scratch Brewing Company focuses on farmhouse beers and other styles brewed with home grown and locally farmed and foraged ingredients.
Ranked one of the top 100 Chinese restaurants in the entire country. The Bistro's upscale atmosphere provides an ideal setting for business meetings or dinner with family and friends. Check out our website to see our menu and make reservations online.
Family dining, dine in or carryout. Buffet everyday and always different.
We would be lying if we didn't say that Saluki Stadium is one of the best college stadiums in the Midwest. Constructed in 2010, this facility is home to the NCAA Division One SIU Football Team and can seat up to 15,000 fans. Enjoy the afternoon with sports, tailgating and more at the Saluki Stadium.
The home of Saluki basketball is the Southern Illinois University Carbondale Arena, a 10,000-seat facility that also hosts national touring concerts, family shows, theatrical events and circuses.
This 32 lane facility offers bowling and a bar. There is a Pro-shop with ball drilling on site. Offers Highway 66 bowling for children on four mini lanes. There is a game room with three billiards tables, air hockey, arcade, and more. There is a bar and lounge on the premesis. They have youth programs, tournaments, leagues, and parties. Offers cosmic bowling. Also, four sand volleyball courts with seating for approximately 100 people.
On the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, Rustle Hill winery features an amphitheater bandstand for live music, great wines and beers, restaurant and cabins for rent.
The Vineyard Chalet cabins are nestled across the valley from the winery, overlooking the pond and amphitheater. Some of the amenities include: Cathedral ceilings, Full kitchen, King size bed, Upstairs loft with six windows, 2 fireplaces, Central heat and air, Wrap around deck. The cabin is designed for a single couple...but can sleep 4 to 6.
Private log cabins in a wooded setting. Hot tub on covered back deck. Full kitchen including dishes. TV/VCR. Linens and paper products supplied. Fireplace. Loft.
40-year old, 2-story, interior and exterior doors, king size beds, full-size beds.
With over 50 vendor spaces, Rosebud Antique Mall offers high quality antiques and collectibles for all budgets. Primitives, fine antique furniture, quilts, china and glassware, pottery, jewelry, toys, framed art, comics, stained glass and many other unique items fill our clean and well-lit space.
On the wine trail and walking distance to Blue Sky Vineyard, complete privacy and relaxation all await you at our unique, luxurious cabins: the whimsical Hobbit House, a romantic getaway for two (hot tub, gas log fireplace, fire pit...), and the gorgeous two bedroom, two bath Creole House, with its wrap around porch, hot tub, fireplace, fire pit and more. Romantic ambiance, upscale amenities, and spectacular views will allow the stress to just melt away and the rest of world to disappear. Partially solar powered, the premium location offers the perfect point at which to settle in for a few days and explore the natural beauty and diversity of the Shawnee Hills. The best part? Get a bottle of wine "to go" from Blue Sky Vineyard and take a romantic sunset stroll back to your own hidden slice of heaven. The Hot Tub is waiting.
Riverside Park Band Shell, built in 1938 by the WPA, is one of the largest of its kind in the nation. The scenic location accommodates up to 15,000 visitors for concerts and special events.
This 34-acre park located next to the Big Muddy River includes a public boat ramp, picnic areas, ball fields, hiking trails, a pavilion, historic band shell and playground areas.
Rendleman Orchards Farm Market
Tree ripened peaches & nectarines from July - August, and apples from September - December. This farm market is open 7 days a week with seasonal produce, preserves, pickles and other specialty food items and gifts.
CITY:Alto Pass
The Reece Ridge Luxury Cabin is an open, spacious, beautiful secluded home. It is tastefully decorated in a lodge decor, with comfortable furnishings. The cabin is peaceful and serene surrounded by wooded forest full of wildlife. Step into the great room, featuring a large wood burning fireplace and groove vaulted ceilings and walls. Windows provide natural light and awesome views of the surrounding area. The well equipped kitchen and dining room enjoys the same views. The large, open front porch has a swing and rocking chairs where you can listen to the trees quake in the wind and enjoy a morning cup of coffee.
Razmo's is a family owned take-out restaurant with an emphasis on quality, fresh ingredients. It is known for it's large burgers but also serves a variety of daily specials including Po' Boys, Wraps, Reuben and more. Also serves a variety of breakfast items.
Locally owned Cuban food restaurant serving wings, gyros, Philly cheese steaks, subs, salads,pastas and more. Breakfast is available and the cafe offers take out service.
Ray Fosse Park is centrally located and offers playground equipment, four lighted picnic shelters, picnic tables, tennis courts, seven baseball fields, Goofy Golf, batting cages & three concession stands and the Park District's Aquatic Center. The Aquatic Center traditionally opens the last weekend in May. The facility includes swimming pool, diving boards, water slide and separate baby pool with a mushroom sprinkler fountain. You can contact the Aquatic Center, during open season, at (618) 997-1115. Goofy Golf and Batting Cages open in April.
Open for dinner at 3 pm near the Lake of Egypt and exit 45. We have a bar, a jukebox, pool tables, karaoke on weekends, and live bands on certain weekends.
The Rabbit Patch Cottage is a unique gift store located in beautiful downtown Herrin. They are know for having Boyd's bears, candles, country lighting, painted and upholstered furniture, Willow Tree statues, country gifts, and accessories.
A short nature trail along the path of the Cairo & St Louis Narrow Gage railroad used before it was abandoned in 1981. Starting from downtown Alto Pass, the walk offers very scenic views.
CITY:Alto Pass
Deep pan pizza, thin crust pizza, pasta, sandwiches and salads.
Located near a variety of shopping and eating establishments, including the University Mall. Also offers meeting space and staff with foreign language ability.
Includes meeting and convention services. Some of the facility amenities include an outdoor pool, complimentary breakfast, laundry services, hot tub/ jacuzzi, and a park.
Pyramid State Recreation Area consists of heavily forested hills and many lakes and ponds. Total overall acreage is 19,701, making Pyramid the largest State Recreation Area in Illinois. It gets its name from a coal mine that once existed here. Many species of wildlife may be found in the area, including songbirds, deer, squirrels, beavers, rabbits, turkey, bobcat, raccoons, possums, coyotes, weasel, mink, woodchucks and waterfowl. Tent and trailer camping are permitted at designated camping areas only. There are 16.5 miles of foot and horse trails and mountain bike riding. Canoeing is popular because of the rough terrain, and boats with 10-hp motors or less are allowed.
The 9-hole Pyramid Oaks Golf Course is a semi private golf course that opened in 1972. Designed by Steve Spray, Pyramid Oaks Golf Course measures 3100 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 126 and a 34.9 USGA rating. The course features 2 sets of tees for different skill levels.
Pyramid Acres Campground & Marina
Offers gas, bait, tackle, ice, beer, groceries, contour maps and camping with water and electricity. Open all year. Located at the northeastern edge of the lake.
Beautiful sandy waterfront on Cedar Lake. State certified Lifeguards on duty during beach hours, lap lane, restrooms, picnic tables and a concession area.
Award-winning fruit wines made from Southern Illinois peaches, apples, blueberries and strawberries are the specialty at this winery, nestled deep in the Shawnee Forest.
This natural geologic sandstone formation spans 90 feet across a ravine in a mature beech, oak and hickory forest. Nearby is an easy hiking trail dotted with picnic sites.
We offer an alcohol-free, family environment with speedy service and positive attitudes. Children and adults of all ages enjoy our large-scale model train display that is suspended from above and in full operation while they dine. So come in and enjoy some of the best homemade Pizza and Pasta dishes found in the area. Be sure to try our famous Double Decker Pizza & award-winning Italian beef subs and salads.
Pit Road Racing is Southern Illinois' largest Nascar shop. We offer a variety of Nascar Collectibles, memorabilia, nascar apparel, and hard to find items. Specialization in Diecast 1/24 scale and Apparel. If you can't find it in our store, we'll do our best to find it for you. We also offer custom apparel and window decals for your school, church, business, and everything in between.
Pirate Pete's Family Entertainment Center
Pirate Pete's is an arcade with a large snack bar, pool tables, laser tag, and redemption prizes. Features a 2000 square foot laser tag room. Fun for kids and adults alike!
On west Boyton street in Marion. This bar has DJs, drink specials, karaoke, and we do birthday parties. We have a pool table and a jukebox.
Pioneer's Cabin offers "A Taste Of The Good Old Days," with their homemade meals. They offer Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Pine Manor Estate is a luxury bed and breakfast located in the hills of Southern Illinois that can accommodate over 70 guests. With 126 sprawling acres, Pine Manor provides a beautiful backdrop for a romantic getaway or as the perfect setting for your dream wedding or event.
The 18-hole "pine lakes" course at the Pine Lakes Golf Course facility features 5,889 yards of golf from the longest trees for a par of 67. The course rating is 67.0 and it has a slope rating of 107.
Live jazz bands on Sunday; Thursday and Saturday live local bands; DJ on Friday.
Locally owned Motel with 20 rooms. Optimal space for boat parking. Pub attached with live entertainment and drink specials each weekend. Get pizza from locally owned Italian Village at the pub.
Hunt from heated pits over flooded corn, natural wetlands, food plots, and over 2 miles of levee controlled water on 100 acres. 530 total acres devoted to waterfowl hunting, excellent duck hunting. Corporate rates and custom packages available. Located 1 mile south of Marion on the west side of Route 37.
Pickers Paradise Antiques, Crafts and Collectibles
Pickers Paradise has a variety of antiques, crafts and collectibles. Look for one of a kind items like an antique loom, furniture and much more.
Pickers Outlet Mall is a new 5,000 square foot building located on the busy Herrin Road (1.5 miles west of I-57). The mall can accommodate about 43 vendors. It is set-up like an antique mall, but has more to offer than antiques. It is a fun place to shop where the merchandise is changing daily.
CITY:Johnston City
Specializing in Cannondale, Schwinn and Giant bicycles, also accessories and repairs to all makes.
This unique museum, operated by the Perry County Historical Society, features rotating exhibits, a replica of a women's jail cell, a one-room school house and a gift shop.
Perry County Fairgrounds/Pinckneyville City Park
This combined 40-acre recreational area is open year round for community sports and activities, and includes a municipal swimming pool, tennis courts and pavilions.
Perfectly Posh Boutique and Gifts
Boutique & gift shop carrying clothing, shoes, handbags, accessories, jewelry, gourmet foods, candles, and various other gift items.
In an old restored barn overlooking a pond. Sit outdoors or in the Cafe. Features authentic Swedish cuisine, sandwiches & desserts, at Hedman Vineyards. Winery on-site.
CITY:Alto Pass
Paradise Acres is a waterfowl hunters paradise.Located approximately 2 miles south of Route 37 in Southern Illinois. Seasonal or daily memberships available. Onsite lodging available.
Tucked away behind the tower square, this Chinese restaurant is known for good food and large portions.
This family-owned and operated restaurant has been successfully serving delicious Italian cuisine in Carbondale's downtown for more than 20 years. Known for both thin and thick crust, there's no question that "Pag's" has set the standard high for "Carbondale Style" pizza!
The Oxbow Bed & Breakfast was built in 1929, and the Doughtys purchased the land in 1959. After renovations the large brick veneer home has sixteen rooms for a total of 6900 square feet of living space on three levels. The Inn sits on ten acres of rural land about one mile south of Pinckneyville, a town of 5,000 people. The house was converted into a Bed and Breakfast and now also includes two barns. The Oxbow Barn Apartment (the Honeymoon Suite) offers the most private quarters available at Oxbow. The Shannon Barn is for the use of all Oxbow guests and includes a hot tub and a roomy loft. The Oxbow house shelters five rooms for rent which are named after the people and events of the Civil War.
Established in 1980, Owl Creek Vineyard is the founding vineyard of the Shawnee Hills region. With a strong tradition of award-winning wines, and a belief in educating our consumer, our tasting room has become the perfect place to experience well-crafted Shawnee Hills beverages. Now home to Apple Knocker Hard Cider, an Illinois-based craft cider house that combines our expertise in modern small-lot wine production, and the creativity of craft beer techniques, to produce a new breed of American ciders.
This four acre vineyard hosts three acres of Chambourcin and an acre of Vignoles, which are two of the best grapes to grown in our region. The vineyard and winery is still in full operation run by the Orlandini family with the commitment to providing the top notch quality vintages our customers have grown to expect. When visiting Orlandini Vineyard, customers can enjoy a tranquil experience with a knowledgeable staff to help guide you to find the best wine for your palate. During warmer weather, we offer live music on Saturday afternoons, and our delicious old world style sangria. Year round we offer a variety of beers including local options. We are a family friendly operation that encourages guests to spread out into the yard and spend the day with us.
Olde Squat Inn Bed & Breakfast
Enjoy beautiful Southern Illinois in our original cabins from the 1800s. Cabins with fireplace, porch and Katy's country style cooking. It has 8 rooms and some of the facility amenities include free parking, park, full breakfast, packages available, pets allowed.
This 3 room Inn has common areas that include a Victorian dining room for your home-cooked country breakfast every morning at 8:30 a.m. Served with coffee and hot tea. Two living rooms complete with DIRECTV with DVR and DVD players. Make yourself at home and feel free to put your feet up. Books, magazines, games and cards are available for your use during your stay. Sixty-foot balcony with tables and chairs for your enjoyment.
CITY:Alto Pass
Old Illinois Passenger Depot Railroad Museum
Built in 1903 by the Illinois Central Railroad, the Old Railroad Passenger Depot has since been restored and now serves as home to the Carbondale Train Museum. Filled with information, artifacts and souveniers, the museum contains significant facts relating to Carbondale's history. Ring the bell of an original train car from the Illinois Central Railroad, which still sits on the track!
Brand new private and spacious 3 - 2 bedroom cabins located on 10 wooded acres right in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest. Minutes from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail and the orchards. Enjoy hiking, biking and much more.
Family casual dining, dine in or carry out. Melt in your mouth rib eye steaks. See website for other locations throughout the state.
Northwest Passage and Root Beer Saloon
Turn of the century decor - over 200 sets of antlers with many other taxidermy artifacts. Varieties of root beer, old-fashioned soda fountain drinks, cappuccino and espresso bar, gourmet sandwiches, assorted candies, chocolates and gifts. Fun shopping! Belly up to the Root Beer Saloon for a cold one.
CITY:Alto Pass
Newman & Camden Co. is a walk in Bakery/Deli. They serve bagel, donuts, and great breakfast sandwiches. Lunch consists of a daily special, flatbreads, and like the Slow Roasted Turkey & Avocado BLT. All Items are made from scratch!
Family owned for over 75 years. Nesler's Polar Whip offers great cheeseburgers, hamburgers, and fries at an affordable price.
Opened in 1958, this is one of the first strip-mall shopping centers in America -- 27 stores are locally owned and operated. Bakery, hardware, liquor, florist, restaurant, and the Neighborhood Co-op featuring local grown produce.
Mudline Lodging Cabin, RV & Campsite Rental in Southern Illinois is one of the closes rentals to Kinkaid Lake and in the heart of Southern Illinois in a quiet country setting. We currently have 1 fully stocked Cabin (Whitetail), 1 Rental RV (Fully stocked) & 1 full hook-up Campsite. Mudline Lodging is the perfect location for your Hunting, Fishing, Family Vacation, Romantic Weekend, or Girls Get-A-Way. We are able to fit your every need.
Mr. Koolz Frozen Yogurt and More
Mr. Koolz has 12 flavors of yogurt (including no sugar added flavors), 70 toppings, Espresso Bar, Shakes and Pies, Candies and more. You can also have parties here in our newly constructed party room. Yogurt is .45 per ounce
Cable television, outdoor swimming pool, campground open year round, daily and weekly rates, campground has 24 spotswith water, electric hookups, dump station available.
More Than Décor specializes in finding fun, unique ways to transform the bland into beautiful. Whether it's your big day or big meeting, big budget or small, we can tackle any challenge. They offer both silk and fresh flower arrangements as well as everything you'd need to make your event perfect from the lighting to table linens, centerpieces and serving ware and more.


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The more Carl Crawford talks, the sorrier you have to feel.
For the Dodgers.
The worst free agent signing in the history of professional sports is at it again, whining to WEEI.coms Rob Bradford about the nightmare that was his $142 million, 19-month stint in Boston, a period of less than two years that has apparently scarred the psyche of the man with a .611 OPS for the Los Angeles Dodgers. After all, why should it be Crawford who has to play the role of the prototypical, avaricious athlete who jumps at the highest offer on the table with little regard what the environment might mean for himself or his family?
Talk about your arrested developments.
"That place is going to be the same forever and I don't want no part of it," he told Bradford. If I could have done it over again I would have gone into more detail into everything. I didn't do any research about nothing. I didn't know much about Boston, only when I played there. If I went into a little more depth as to what I was getting myself into things probably would have been a little different."
Little did Crawford realize that he was entering into a world of credibility, a place where fans see your price tag and expect something of worth for the amount dedicated to your craft. What Red Sox fans saw out of Crawford though was something out Ishtar, an expensive mistake that everybody but the people in charge saw coming. The reason he can have a 0.3 WAR with Los Angeles is because hes living in an anonymity that comes when you play in a place where you are second fiddle to George Clooney. In the process, Crawfords comparables have gone from the likes of Lou Brock and Roberto Clemente to Roberto Kelly and Vic Power.
Bostons fault, you know.
But most of all, Crawfords words raise a most obvious question; What kind of idiot dedicates himself to somewhere for seven years and doesnt do yeomans research about his landing spot?
"I would like to think I know when it's time to make big decisions in your life you know to do a little more research," he said.
See, folks, money doesnt buy you everything. One hundred and forty two million dollars and the man still cant find Google.
I didn't do nothing. I just had my eye on one thing at the time."
"Once I realized it and I had seven years I didn't know what to do. It was just one of those things I had to sit out and wait. I was dealing with the struggling at the time and a bunch of other stuff. I had been in Tampa so we had been shielded from a lot of media stuff. I didn't have to go through that stuff. That was new for me, dealing with the media and stuff like that. I didn't how to handle all that stuff up there and it showed in my game. Then I started getting hurt all the time. It was just always bad, bad all the time.
Wait, is Crawford still talking about the atmosphere or his performance ever since he left Tampa?
That's a scar that I think will never go away. I'll always remember that feeling."
Red Sox fans will too, the incredulous feeling that their team had no clue what it was doing, spending $142 million on a guy who didnt fit the team in the least, and wondering if the investment had more to do with Christmas at Fenway and opening eyes over in Liverpool. Some felt cheated, a pawn in a game of public relations, with Crawford at the middle of the Red Sox intending to play in a "more exciting fashion" (copyright MLB commissioner nominee Tom Werner). The outfielder was OK in his first season with the Red Sox, hitting .255 with 11 home runs, production Boston probably could have found in Pawtucket - hell, the waiver wire - at a fraction of the cost. Crawfords injury-riddled 2012 season was a joke, much like everything going on around him on Yawkey Way. Who wouldnt want to leave at that point?
But were two years removed now and Crawford is still acting like the scar was the result of someone holding him down at knife point to sign for the equivalent of the gross national product of Bangladesh. Granted, Boston isnt the perfect city for everyone, an oasis for some, a place to avoid for many; a city some gravitate to for a variety of reasons, or a place where those raised elsewhere cant understand the hardened disposition of a New Englander, and vice versa. Does that mean Crawford should skirt any semblance of culpability? Please.
I mean, he only played in Boston nine times a year. How was he supposed to know the sold-out, fervent crowds of Fenway Park might be different from the just-finished-surfing, laissez-faire attitude of the 4,500 who showed up at Tropicana Field in Tampa every night? But Crawford didnt do any research. Great. This is the kind of guy who walks into an Eddie Bauer hoping to find Armani.
Crawford has three more years on his bloated contract at more than $20 million per season. The Dodgers would love nothing more than to move him to a team stupid enough to take on that kind of albatross, but theyd be stuck looking at themselves in the mirror.
Wherever it might be though, it cant be worse than Boston, a devilish city most notable for celebrating the burning of Sir Guy Carleton at the stake in the middle of the Common in 1781.
Probably. Not going to do any research on it.
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The Dallas County Commissioners Court convenes in a formal session every Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. in the Allen Clemson Courtroom at the Dallas County Administration Building at 411 Elm Street. (In the rare occasion that the Court does not meet, the public is notified weeks in advance.) The court reporter records the official actions of the court throughout the session and the transcript of the proceedings is filed for record with the County Clerk.
After the formal session is adjourned a briefing session is usually convened at which time the Commissioners court considers items from county departments that must have the Commissioners court approval. Once the Commissioners court approves an item in briefing it appears on the formal agenda the following Tuesday and is officially recorded for a record vote at that time.
Items that were approved during the briefing session will be submitted on the formal agenda for action no later than the second Tuesday following the briefing. At this time, the Commissioners Court will sign a court order for the item approved in briefing. Formal orders must be submitted to the Commissioners Court clerk no later than a week prior.
The Commissioners Court agendas for the Formal and Briefing sessions are available here.


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In San Francisco, Senator Hillary Clinton unveiled her proposal for health-care reform, the centerpiece of which is the requirement that individuals purchase health insurance.
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The Waratahs made it back-to-back victories in Super Rugby as they overcame the Force 23-19 at Allianz Stadium on Sunday.
The Waratahs made it back-to-back victories in Super Rugby as they edged the Force 23-19 at Allianz Stadium in Sydney on Sunday.
A try from Adam Ashley-Cooper, making his 100th competition appearance, and the boot of scrum-half Brendan McKibbin saw the 'Tahs prevail.
In reply, Alfie Mafi crossed for the Force while Sias Ebersohn added fourteen points off the kicking tee in a result that could have gone either way.
The contest was disrupted by both teams being heavily penalised at the breakdown, which led to a busy game for kickers McKibbin and Ebersohn.
"It was tough, we made it hard on ourselves," Waratahs captain Dave Dennis said afterwards.
"We didn't perform how we wanted in some areas. There wasn't a lot between us … but we have got the points and it worked out well."
Western Force spent a total of seven and a half minutes in the Waratahs' final quarter during the match but only had a 54th-minute try from full-back Mafi to show for their superior statistics.
The Force, who got within four points of the Waratahs with 20 minutes left, could not breach the home defence despite their weight of possession and have now won just one out of six.
"When we play we're a good rugby side, but we're just not playing for the entire 80 minutes," Force skipper Matt Hodgson said.
"We're trying to work on our combinations. We're a new side, we have a whole new backline so we are trying to integrate the forwards and backs together.
"We're showing in patches that we can do that, we just can't do it all the time."
The Waratahs face a big test against the Hurricanes in Wellington next Saturday, while the Force are at home to the Rebels, who are returning home from two losses in South Africa.
The scorers:
For Waratahs:
Try: Ashley-Cooper
Pen: McKibbin 6
For Force:
Try: Mafi
Con: Ebersohn
Pen: Ebersohn 4
Waratahs: 15 Israel Folau, 14 Peter Betham, 13 Adam Ashley-Cooper, 12 Rob Horne, 11 Drew Mitchell, 10 Bernard Foley, 9 Brendan McKibbin, 8 Pat McCutcheon, 7 Michael Hooper, 6 Dave Dennis (capt), 5 Kane Douglas, 4 Sitaleki Timani, 3 Paddy Ryan, 2 John Ulugia, 1 Benn Robinson.
Replacements: 16 Tatafu Polota-Nau, 17 Sekope Kepu, 18 Mitchell Chapman, 19 Jed Holloway, 20 Matt Lucas, 21 Ben Volavola, 22 Tom Kingston.
Western Force: 15 Alfie Mafi, 14 Patrick Dellit, 13 Winston Stanley, 12 Kyle Godwin, 11 Junior Rasolea, 10 Sias Ebersohn, 9 Alby Mathewson, 8 Richard Brown, 7 Matt Hodgson (c), 6 Ben McCalman, 5 Hugh McMeniman, 4 Toby Lynn, 3 Salesi Ma'afu, 2 Heath Tessmann, 1 Pek Cowan.
Replacements: 16 Ben Whittaker, 17 Kieran Longbottom, 18 Sam Wykes, 19 Chris Alcock, 20 Chris Eaton, 21 Sam Christie, 22 Sam Norton-Knight.
Referee: Steve Walsh (Australia)
Assistant referees: Andrew Lees (Australia), James Leckie (Australia)
TMO: Peter Marshall (Australia)


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Volleyball Canada's Hall of FameOTTAWA (June 6, 2012) – Volleyball Canada will be holding its Hall of Fame evening on Saturday June 16 at 7 p.m. at the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa.
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Volleyball Canada would like to invite the volleyball and sports community, as well as the local National Capital Region community to join them as they celebrate and recognize the dedication, passion and significant contributions of 2012 inductees Lorne Sawula of Edmonton, Mark Tennant of Saskatoon and John Przybyszewski of Toronto.
Cocktail hour begins at 7 p.m. followed by the ceremony at 8 p.m.
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Lorne Sawula has been a player, coach, administrator and innovator in the sport. He played for the University of Alberta Golden Bears from 1964-69 and also coached their varsity team as well from 1971-73. He was the head coach of the women's national team from 1982 to 1988 and 2001 to 2005. He was also a head coach for the national teams in Switzerland, Australia, Sweden and Britain. In the 1990's, he returned to the U of A to coach both the Golden Bears and the Pandas women's team. With the Pandas he won six consecutive national titles. This fall he will be the head coach with the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology women's team. He also continues to serve Canada's volleyball communities as a Level IV Canadian Certified Coach and as a Level III FIVB Coach and Instructor who is in demand around the world.
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Mark Tennant is being inducted into the Volleyball Canada Hall of Fame as a builder. He joined the University of Saskatchewan as coach of the women's volleyball team in 1971 and went on to a great career that included seven Canada West titles and consecutive national titles from 1979 to 1981. He was the Canada West and CIS coach of the year four times each. Over the years he had contributed his technical expertise to the sport's development at the national and international level, working on committees with FISU (World University Games), the FIVB and NORCECA. He has published numerous articles and books on volleyball.
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It's difficult to master multiple forms of music, but Brooklyn-based Machinedrum is one of those enigmas who has consistently produced quality tunes within the worlds of Jungle, Footwork, R&B, Pop, and more for years. Taking part in successful collaborative side projects such as Jets with Jimmy Edgar, Sepalcure with Praveen Sharma, and Dream Continuum with Om Unit has allowed him to expand his musical horizons as well, all while finding even more time to produce Pop hits for the likes of Azealia Banks and Theophilus London. To say he's a busy man would be an understatement.
Just this weekend, he was deservedly tapped by Pete Tong for the glorified Essential Mix on BBC's Radio 1, including a hefty amount of his own material, from solo work to collaborations. Also notable in this selection are unreleased tunes from Machinedrum featuring MASSIVE names like Kanye West, Pusha T, Bun B, E-40, Lil' Flip (do I need to keep going???). Get ready to move your feet a little bit. √+


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Q. A few months ago, we got a white ferret with black eyes. She is a great pet, but she is white only right after we give her a bath. She seems to get dirty very quickly.
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A. Cats and dogs are called digitigrade animals. They walk on their tippy toes so are always well off the ground. Ferrets are plantigrade animals. They use their whole foot to support their weight, and with their legs being so short anyway, this means their body is not carried high off the ground. Thus, they drag themselves along the floor quite a bit. Plus, ferrets can and do squeeze under couches and crawl into corners that dogs and cats cannot get into so they get covered in dust bunnies, even in the cleanest of homes.
As long as your ferret is getting the proper diet and you are using shampoo made just for ferrets, you can wash your ferret as often as she gets dirty. Do not worry about drying out her skin or anything like that. You also have to be sure her litter box and bedding are as clean as she is.
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A. A scientist would say the squirrels' jerky movements and rapid escape behavior causes an instinctive prey response in your dog, and that is why he views the squirrels as something to be killed.
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The research on vitamin D continues to grow…
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1 Hunter D, et al. J Bone Miner Res 2000;15(11):2276-83.
2 Broe KE, et al. J Am Geriatr Soc 2007;55(2):234-9.
3 Moore NL, et al. Journal of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners 2007;19:642-51.
4 Teegarden D, et al. Obesity 2008;16(7):1566-72.
5 Munger, K, et al. JAMA 2006;296(23) 2832-2838.
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The 3-A high school swimming championships were held last week at BYU and Emery had their showing in their short history of competing in this sport. Emery took 12 swimmers to the state meet in individual or relay events. Judge Memorial won the girls meet followed by Park City. Richfield finished eighth and Emery finished 17th. Wasatch won the boys event with Desert Hills right behind.
Richfield, the region winner was 14th and Emery was 17th. The best finish by an individual was by Jessica Guymon. Guymon finished 10th in the 100-breast stroke as she improved her best time by more than a second at 1:18.54. She had been seeded 13th.
Eli Oliverson swam in three events. His best finish was 14th in the 100-breast stroke where he improved his time by more than a second finishing at 1:10.46. He had been seeded 19th. He finished 23rd in the 100-freestyle after missing the wall on his first turn.
Tyler Rowley finished 21st in the 500-freestyle at 5:51.46. Weston Allinson finished 21st in the 100-backstroke at 1:066.03, a 2.63 second improvement.
Weston Allinson finished 18th in the 200-IM with a time of 2:27.61 after being seeded 24th. He also finished 24th in the 100-back stroke with a time of 1:08.70.
Hailee Rogers took 24th place in the 200-IM with a time of 2:58.36.
In the relay events, the Emery girl's team finished 12th in the 200-medley.
Team members were Ashlin Daley, Jessica Guymon, Hailee Rogers and Tennyson Fauver.
The Emery boy's 200-medley relay team finished 12th after being seeded 15th. The team consisted of Rowley, Oliverson, Allinson and Spencer Fauver. The boy's 400-freestyle relay team of Rowley, Fauver, Allinson and Oliverson finished 11th after having been seeded 15th.
Most times for the Emery swimmers at this meet were personal bests and with just about everyone being underclassmen, this bodes well for Emery swimming in the future.


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Skip to comments.Do we need greater gun control?: First lady is right person to lead charge on sensible policy
Posted on 01/10/2013 7:29:54 PM PST by 2ndDivisionVet
Along with citizens throughout our nation and beyond, I was anguished by the death of the beautiful, innocent children of Sandy Hook Elementary School. In the wake of the shootings, I was gripped first with deep grief and then with a powerful wave of activist energy.
I hoped that this most horrific incident of gun violence would shake the nation from complacency and stir the adoption of sensible gun control legislation. I believed that all over the country, parents of all stripes and persuasions including gun owners would recognize that a civilized nation cannot continue to allow policies that make such unimaginable acts possible. I feared that the calls for gun regulation that filled the airwaves just after the shooting would be drowned out by the next compelling news item.
Several great national leaders have stepped up to lead a national gun reform campaign: Vice President Joe Biden (who has the passion and political expertise), New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg (who has the money), and Sen. Dianne Feinstein (the legislative vantage point), to name a few. Many fine national organizations including a remarkable range of national Jewish organizations have begun sophisticated organizing campaigns. (I urge every reader of j. to sign the petition at http://www.endgunviolencenow.org.)
The general contours of thoughtful violence-prevention policy have begun to emerge. These include legislation limiting access to assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition magazines, effective enforcement of firearm regulations and registration of arms. More complex are questions about how inadequate mental health services contribute, in very small numbers, to gun violence, and a broad conversation about sanctioned violence in news, media, entertainment and sports.
To effect such changes, the president and his congressional allies will need to demonstrate an unstoppable groundswell of support from the American people....
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The citizens of the USA already have gun control, it is called the 2nd Amendment.
Kind of like an "affordable care act".
Not to pick overwhelmingly on her religion, but there seem to be a greater than normal mix of a certain religion, in those who seek to control guns.
Did you not learn once?
Stop it.
Another Jew bereft of any sense of history or self-preservation.
Consequently rather than approaching public problems from the standpoint of discovering what might be workable and useful solutions, they watch what the big dogs are saying and run with them.
It's a real waste of first class minds to get caught up into that sort of thing, but there it is.
Problem #1 right there.
Today's younger generation will live to see their children and grandchildren live in bondage. Hell, all of us may live to see it.
She wants to put Moochelle in charge of confiscating our guns now. Perfect.
We don't need "sensible gun control" we need "sensible government control." The 2nd Amendment was intended to provide such a check in the most terrible of exigencies.
"Rabbi Amy"
FIRST red flag.
"...a civilized nation..."
Yes, amy. WE are MOSTLY a civilized nation with the world's MOST uncivilized enemies, some of whom might be your next door neighbors.
Then again, amy, you are leftist trash so why should I care if YOU enjoy gas showers and hot ovens?
Amy's brain doesn't appear to function correctly.
The Germans in 1928 passed "sensible gun control legislation", so when Hitler was elected in 1933, he did not get a lot of opposition later when he put a lot of people in the railroad box cars , for a trip.
Cor-rect. According to Jewish law, a woman cannot be a rabbi. Therefore, we can safely assume that little Amy-la is a Reform Jew, if indeed she is actually Jewish according to Jewish law. This handily illustrates that we would EXPECT such libby drivel from someone who is both ignorant of Jewish law and chooses to flout its statutes. She reminds me of Sandra Flunk.
"Rabbi Amy". You could stop reading right there, as you would know she is "Reform" and therefore not a legitimate "rabbi".
Nice pic. /drool
Sorry Amy. Your pal Moochelle is highly overrated.
"DO we need greater gun control?"
Probably. I would really not want to have to waste more than one round per thug, civillian criminal or government thug. Always good to have personal goals.
In a well-regulated FReeper den, the right to create and deploy antimatter shall not be infringed.
she has more than 1 problem...
I guess we should work on that gap in the master plan.
I bailed on Physics about 35 years ago; we need an astute theoretician with lab experience to step up and take over the Program.
Somehow, looking at the gun purchases, I don't think the "unstoppable groundswell" will go in her direction.
I've already got mine.
So much for the theory that she has no rabbinical authority because she's not a man.
Rather we will live to see a second American civil war. It will happen the way things are going.
She must be from one of the more liberal versions of the Jewish faith.
But that is depending on WHAT branch of Jewish faith it is. The liberal branches permit women to be rabbis.
How about we resolve "Crustacean control" first? The woman can't take a trip to an inland Walmart without sending the local lobster population into a frenzied terror.
How about "just no."
The fact that Jewish women are not permitted to be rabbis has nothing to do with assigning women a "second class" status, BTW. Men and women in Judaism are assigned different roles to fulfill all the tasks which need to be done. Jewish women are considered to be on a higher spiritual level from the get-go. They are exempted from time-related mitzvos, such as making it to the synagogue 3x/day for services, because it is assumed that they have child-rearing duties, for example, which would make that difficult. They also do not have to pray with a minyan (quorum of 10 men). It is considered immodest and it is forbidden to touch men who are not your father, husband or son. Likewise, men are not to touch women who are not their mother, wife or daughter. This would make it very difficult therefore to be a rabbi and be among men all day long. Jewish women are also not encouraged to put themselves forward and be a noticeable part of a mixed group, out of modesty. So you can see where being a rabbi would be outside of Jewish law. This woman does not speak for "The Jews", but rather for herself.
Seems to me that the ability to refurbish an unused school in two weeks so that the children in CT can have a school shows remarkable speed. I wasn't aware there was such a large contingent of construction, electrical, computer and facilities engineers and personnel available in the area, let alone the temporary housing required.
I was also amazed that emergency vehicles could make it through the array of cars strewn everywhere there at the CT school on Dec 14.
If these concepts are sensible, I would like to see the budget for them and their consequences.
Authorize each State's National Guard to offer military grade rifle and pistol marksmanship training at reasonable cost to all peaceable, taxpaying citizens. There are, apparently, several hundred million rifles, pistols, and shotguns owned by the private citizens of these United States. The owners of said firearms need to have the greatest effectiveness in controlling them.
It's for the children ... if better preparedness for self-defense saves even one life, it's worth it.
Oh I know well what the left is up to using that terminology, and when you control the media you can get that terminology in widespread use.
Obliviously anybody who disagrees with them is insensible and unreasonable. /sarc
OK ... I'm suggesting that we turn their rhetoric against them, and that we take the offensive in this war of words and ideas. Yes, we must oppose whatever insanity they're puking up at the moment. We must also propose and advance our own agenda of liberty and self reliance. It's not enough just to argue about whether the latest repressive outrage from the left is a good idea or not. We MUST turn the conversation toward what increases in personal freedom should be enacted first. This strategy has proven successful in the several States.
Well said...
WOULD BANNING FIREARMS REDUCE MURDER AND SUICIDE?, Harvard Journal of Law and Public Policy, Volume 30, Number 2, Spring 2007 (pp. 649-694)
OF HOLOCAUSTS AND GUN CONTROL, Washington University Law Quarterly, Volume 75, Number 3, Fall 1997 (pp. 1237-1275) (PDF Version)
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"She" must be from one of the more liberal versions of the "Jewish" faith.
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Reviewed: Lakerol, 2/22/07
Its funny to think that Sony, producers of the biggest flop, the PS3, could make a game that can show the how good the PS2 still is. With the biggest war between the Wii and PS3 entering the middle ground, and with God of War II just around the coner, the orginal, God of War still holds some serious ground.
God of War is a serious game for the most hardcore of players. The ERSB rating is there for a reason. After 20 min of playing this game, I knew, I had found my game. This game is soaking in blood. And its never felt so damn good.
There is carnage a plenty in the game, you play the role of Kratos, a pissed of Spartan with problems, who decides to kill the god who made him. Wow, sounds fun, right?
It is. Get ready to spend the next few months of your life, killing everthing from Hydras, to minators, to the god of War himself.
The storyline itself is set in Greek mythology, following the death of Krato's family, friends, and about everthing he held dear. The diety resposible? The god of War, hence the name. While the storyline is not greatest, and the game is liner, with no mulitplayer, the amount of stuff to kill makes up for these small flaws.
The graphics on this game are nearly flawless, from the Titan who crawls forever in the desert, to the markings on Krato's face, all are renended impressily with the PS2 processor. Even the movies are worth all the killing, the wonderful killing.
If you ever wanted a game to kill something, this would be it. Did I mention the killing? Thats what you do thought this whole game. Sure, you talk to people, learns some crap about the greek gods, and some minor puzzle solving. Yet, this game thrives on bloodshed.
Fun as this game is, it does get old after a while. I would have loved to see this game on muiltplayer, but thats something we might have to see if the second game has. Also, bonus quest would have been a good addititon. Pretty graphics and a sweet storyline are fun, but two times though GOW, and your ready for the next installment.
Even though the game is short, beatable in about a day or so, and even with the Challanges of the god, with sweet unlockables, this game still is pretty liner. Even with some noticable flaws like these, this game still shatters some boundaries set for the PS2.
This game still holds a place as being one of the best games for the PS2.
Pros: This game is probably the best game for PS2, that and Okami.
Cons: Liner, and no Multiplayer
Pros: Its graphic to the extreme.
Cons: Whens the second game commin out!?
Final Note: If you were only to buy two games this year. Make one of those games God Of War. You won't be dissapointed.


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Hanover Township: We're done negotiating, no deal on NIZ
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - The NIZ negotiations are nixed. Tuesday night, a second township said it's done bargaining with Allentown over the city's beleagured hockey arena project. The move virtually guarantees the issue will either wind up back with state lawmakers, or in the hands of a panel of judges. It also means the gaping hole in Center City Allentown isn't going away anytime soon.
"With all the different litigants in this now, statewide, it's just impossible to try to settle it between us and Allentown," said supervisor Glenn Walbert.
Roughly a dozen communities are suing over the Neighborhood Improvement Zone (NIZ), the special taxing district paying for the arena construction. It includes some suburban tax money.
Mayor Ed Pawlowski, D-Allentown, has been scrambling to reach a settlement and get the project back on track. He's offered to send neighboring communities their tax money back, plus a share of developer fees.
But Tuesday night, Hanover Twp. (Northampton Co.) supervisors said they are done negotiating unless the state law that created the NIZ gets rewritten. Specifically, they want state lawmakers to remove any reference to suburban tax dollars. They also want the zone's size reduced to the immediate area around the hockey arena. Right now, it also includes the Lehigh River waterfront.
"Either change the law, or have the courts adjudicate it," said Walbert.
Hanover's move follows a similar decision by Bethlehem Twp. Monday night. Both townships said, because they believe the law is unconstitutional, any legal settlement with Allentown could get struck down by the courts.
"If you enter into an agreement that's unconstitutional, you have no valid challenge in the future," said supervisor Stephen Salvesen.
In a statement, Pawlowski said he's disappointed with the move, but he remains at the bargaining table.
"From the start they have insisted that the key issue they wanted addressed is the use of Earned Income Tax (EIT) to fund the arena development," said the mayor.
"The settlement offer recently presented to them fully protects 100 percent of their existing EIT."
But supervisors said Allentown's offers simply fell flat.
"There was no guarantee that the money would be there," said Walbert.
As for the possibility that the whole Lehigh Valley ends up with a gaping hole in the ground?
"I would hope they have a Plan B that they're considering," said Walbert.
At this point though, arena backers are still focusing on Plan A. The NIZ law's author, State Sen. Pat Browne, R-Lehigh Co., said he will not consider amending the bill. Hanover Township Supervisor Jay Finnigan, however, said he has spoken with other lawmakers about doing it.
Browne said he's still hopeful the townships will come back to the table once exact figures come in about how much tax money is at stake. Tuesday night, Hanover Twp. supervisors insisted their stance will not change, regardless of any new figures.
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Cook time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- 2 tbsp. flour
- 1/2 tsp. paprika
- Pepper to taste
- 1 lb. beef, cubed and trimmed of fat
- 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp. butter
- 1 celery stalk, cut in pieces
- 2 cups carrot, cut in pieces
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 12 oz. Maudite beer
- 1 cup beef or chicken broth
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix flour, paprika, and pepper in a bowl. Lightly flour beef cubes and set aside.
- Heat oil and 2 tbsp. butter in a nonstick pan and brown the meat. Put meat in a baking dish and set aside.
- Heat the rest of the butter in the nonstick pan and sauté celery, carrots, and onion over low heat for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon. Deglaze with beer and beef broth and bring to a boil.
- Pour broth mixture onto the beef cubes. Cover and bake for 1 hour 30 minutes or until beef and vegetables are tender.
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1. Place a finished propeller hook with the desired color propeller and cone in the vise.
2. Tie in the marabou tail, length a little longer than the overall length of the hook. Because the tails are layered different colors of marabou, I find it easier to wet the marabou before tying each feather in place. Trim the butts where the lead and epoxy begin on the hook shank, to eliminate the bump on the shank of the finished propeller hook made by the lead wire and epoxy. Put several strands of Krystal Flash on each side of the tail and clip to varying lengths, no longer than marabou.
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