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RIR brings exposure, money to county
The construction of RIR ranks No. 21 on the list of 24 moments in Henrico history
It began 65 years ago as little more than a dusty oval at a rural fairgrounds. Today, it hosts more than a quarter-million visitors annually, is home to the only major league sporting events in Virginia and perhaps does more than any other single entity to attract national and international attention to Henrico County.
It's the Richmond International Raceway, and its legacy has earned it the No. 21 spot on the Henrico Citizen's list of the most significant moments in Henrico history.
The raceway holds an important spot not only in Henrico history but also in the history of its sport and NASCAR (the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing). Only three tracks (in Daytona, Fla., Martinsville, Va. and Darlington, S.C.) have continuously hosted NASCAR races at their present locations longer than RIR. Unlike many of the now-defunct tracks that hosted races in the sport's early years, RIR has survived – and thrived.
As a result, it's help stamp Henrico County on the national and international racing landscape.
"We think this adds a lot to the quality of life in this community," said RIR President Doug Fritz, who has been at the helm of the raceway since International Speedway Corporation purchased it from its longtime owners, the Sawyer family, in 1999. "We're very proud to be part of Henrico County and the history of Henrico County. Our entire life has been here in Henrico County.
The last 50 years have been great years for Henrico County, and we like to think that we're some of the reason for that success."
The raceway, which hosts two race weekends annually, generates an estimated $417 million each year in total economic impact for the Metro Richmond region and helps employ nearly 7,000 people, according to the Richmond Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau. Even non-NASCAR fans who live in the county and have never attended a race feel the benefits produced by RIR.
"The economic benefit you can see both directly and indirectly," said John Vithoulkas, Henrico County finance director, who said the county receives $1 million annually in direct real estate, business license tax and business personal property tax payments and hotel taxes. "And that doesn't include sales taxes generated by all the fans."
RIR and tourism officials estimate that the track's events generate $75 million a year in overall tax revenue to the county, state and federal governments.
A changing landscape
It's hard to say how Ted Horn would fare in a modern racecar at RIR today – where drivers exceed 120 mph and sometimes race three-wide – but it's safe to say he was adequately prepared for its first official race, which he won on Oct. 12, 1946 in an open-wheel car that averaged nearly 46 mph. The track was then a half-mile dirt oval at the Atlantic Rural Exposition Fairgrounds known to some as the Strawberry Hill Speedway.
The track held its first NASCAR event April 19, 1953 – a 100-mile race won by legend Lee Petty. Two years later, Paul Sawyer and driver Joe Weatherly purchased the facility, presiding over its growing reputation that led to a second NASCAR race being added to its annual schedule in 1959. The twice-yearly schedule has continued since, and today RIR is one of 13 tracks to host two Sprint Cup Series races a year and one of only 10 to host two Nationwide Series races annually.
In 1968, the track was paved for the first time, and in 1988, it was lengthened to its current and distinctive three-quarter-mile shape. It's the only track on the NASCAR circuit of that length, and drivers and fans alike appreciate its unique elements that often result in exciting, competitive races rather than monotonous ones. RIR's capacity has grown steadily from 58,000 in 1992 to its officially listed capacity of 98,000 today (though a number of races in recent years have attracted crowds of more than 100,000). The raceway's 33-race sellout streak ended in Sept. 2008.
While many other tracks on the NASCAR circuit are located on the outskirts of cities, surrounded by asphalt and little else, RIR is clearly the product of humble beginnings, still sitting adjacent to modest neighborhoods and surrounded by industrial parks and suburban roads.
When ISC bought the facility, it was still sharing some "amenities" with its neighbor, the State Fair of Virginia.
"We still had chicken coops and horse stalls and hen houses and all that," Fritz said.
ISC and RIR have added new amenities during the past 12 years, including the Torque Club, which sits high above the track and offers spectators what Fritz calls "one of the best fan experiences you can have in any sport," and a new LED scoring tower and video screen that debuted last year, allowing every spectator to see the race leaders. Today, "we're considered one of the most premier sports facilities in this country," he said.
Fritz made a point to take advantage of the track's unique setting to develop relationships with its neighbors. He opened the facility to the community, inviting residents of Essex Village and other neighborhoods to enjoy National Night Out cookouts and take pace-car laps around the track. He's also involved track employees in a plethora of community initiatives through the years.
"It's the right thing to do," he said. "We wanted people to see that we're not just the 'Green Giant' across the street. We do care about this community, and a lot of our efforts are focused on the youth."
Wide-reaching impact
The overall impact that RIR has on Henrico County and Metro Richmond from a national and international standpoint may be difficult to judge specifically, but it's clear that the exposure it provides to the region through a sport with an estimated 75 million fans is significant. For those who watch races in person, on television or who listen on radio, Richmond International Raceway is a familiar name.
"We are drawing fans on every NASCAR weekend from all 50 states, and that's great exposure for Henrico County," Fritz said. "Some of the fans come back to visit Henrico County. And this is a part of the country that they may not have seen if not for Richmond International Raceway."
In addition to hosting two weekends of NASCAR racing every year – each of which makes the complex the eighth-largest city in Virginia for one day – the raceway complex hosts dozens of conventions, expos and shows in its expo halls throughout the year, bringing thousands more regional visitors to Henrico County.
When NASCAR switched to a new playoff system in 2004, RIR realized more good fortune as the host of the final race before the 10-race playoff began. Each year since, drivers on the fringe of the playoff chase have come to Richmond anxious to make one final push before the watchful eyes of NASCAR nation.
Late last year, the Richmond Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau launched a proactive effort to encourage businesses and fans to purchase tickets to both of this year's races as a way to solidify RIR's hold on its twice-annual schedule. This year, Atlanta and Fontana, Calif., each lost one of their two races, and Fritz said there's no guarantee from year to year that any track will maintain two races.
"I feel pretty good, but we can't be complacent," he said. "This is very important for us as a community. It's not going to be easy, and it's going to take a lot of work on a lot of people's parts, including mine, to keep two races here.
"But as long as people keep supporting Richmond International Raceway, we're going to be here a long time"
Richmond International Raceway will host its 110th Sprint Cup Series race April 30, one day after it hosts the Nationwide Series race. For tickets or details, visit http://www.rir.com.
Villa's Flagler Housing wins national NAEH award
St. Joseph's Villa's Flagler Housing & Homeless Services was one of three entities to earn the National Alliance to End Homelessness' Champion of Change Award. The awards were presented Nov. 17 during a ceremony at the Newseum in Washington, D.C.
NAEH annually recognizes proven programs and significant achievements in ending child and family homelessness.
Flagler completed its transition from an on-campus shelter to the community-based model of rapid rehousing in 2013, and it was one of the nation's first rapid re-housing service providers to be certified by NAEH. > Read more.
RIR's Christmas tree lighting rescheduled for Dec. 12
Richmond International Raceway's 13th annual Community Christmas tree lighting has been rescheduled from Dec. 6 to Monday, Dec. 12, at 6:30 p.m., due to inclement weather expected on the original date.
Entertainment Dec. 12 will be provided by the Laburnum Elementary School choir and the Henrico High School Mighty Marching Warriors band. Tree decorations crafted by students from Laburnum Elementary School and L. Douglas Wilder Middle School will be on display. Hot chocolate and cookies will be supplied by the Henrico High School football boosters. > Read more.
Weekend Top 10
Given the warm weather lately, Saturday's RVA Polar Plunge Winter Fest, benefiting Special Olympics Virginia, might actually be enjoyable! Other weekend events you're sure to enjoy include the 14th annual Richmond Kids Expo at the Richmond Raceway Complex, the Richmond Symphony and The Taters in concert at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen, and the Richmond Ballet Minds in Motion Team XXL performing at the Henrico Theatre. This is also the last weekend to check out HATTheatre's production of "Bill W. and Dr. Bob." For all our top picks this weekend, click here! > Read more.
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I havnt read it myself, but I might check it out!
I havnt read it myself, but I might check it out!
yes, i've read it, but only the first chapter, as i remind, concerns akiyama, doesn't it?
howewer, i think that the majority of villains is weak and simple minded because they win in round three, where you have to lose in order to achieve the most benefits, which means they were tricked by more clever players, who succeed in quitting the game and earning money.
sorry if i'm not writing well enough.
woooooooooo, what a simple but effective idea!
great one!
finally round four has ended!
Does anyone know how long liar game is on hiatus for?
Wow i love this manga couldnt stop reading it this weekend, Fatso is the winner of round 4 lol, hope we get to see an awsome revival round, guess Akiyama and Yokoya have to build a team or something like that.
Finally after the long long wait a new round has begun
Nao's getting pretty hardcore skills
yeah, that was a really long wait for probably my favorite manga.
interesting chapter, but why the liar game officer at kanzaki's home started to expose the debt of all the participants in the fourth round and then stopped with just akagi and that other guy?
finally new chaps *o* , coooooool
new chaps out , tricky as always , I love those cliffhangers

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1. Recent Drawings by Mariana Sissia at The Mission
New work by Mariana Sissia.
The Mission is located at 1431 W. Chicago Ave. Reception is Friday from 6-9pm.
2. Force Majeure at DEFIBRILLATOR
Performance by NON GRATA, co-presented by DEFIBRILLATOR and New Capitol.
DEFIBRILLATOR is located at 1136 N Milwaukee Ave. Reception for Cjoloniewski installation begins at 6pm. Bus to performance (at undisclosed location) boards at 7pm. Bus returns to DEFIBRILLATOR for reception at 8:30pm.
3. Reality Slips at Robert Bills Contemporary
Work by Veronica Bruce, Morgan Sims, and Brian McNearney.
Robert Bills Contemporary is located at 222 N. Desplaines. Reception is Saturday from 7-9pm.
4. What It Is at Hinge Gallery
Work curated by Tom Burtonwood and Holly Holmes of What It Is in Oak Park.
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How to Remove Your YouTube Viewing and Search History Before Google's New Privacy Policy Takes Effect
On March 1st, Google will implement its new, unified privacy policy, which will affect data Google has collected on you prior to March 1st as well as data it collects on you in the future. Earlier this week, we showed you how to delete your Google Web History in order to prevent Google from combining your Web History data with the data it has about you on its other products to provide you with personalized ads or suggestions across all of its products. You may also wish to delete your YouTube Viewing and Search History, which can reveal particularly sensitive information about you, including your location, interests, age, sexual orientation, religion, and health concerns.
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On March 1st, Google will implement its new, unified privacy policy, which will affect data Google has collected on you prior to March 1st as well as data it collects on you in the future. Until now, your Google Web History (your Google searches and sites visited) was cordoned off from Google's other products. This protection was especially important because search data can reveal particularly sensitive information about you, including facts about your location, interests, age, sexual orientation, religion, health concerns, and more. If you want to keep Google from combining your Web History with the data they have gathered about you in their other products, such as YouTube or Google Plus, you may want to remove all items from your Web History and stop your Web History from being recorded in the future.
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Skip to comments.What Attorney General Eric Holder Just Said About the Zimmerman Case
Posted on 07/15/2013 9:39:47 AM PDT by kristinn
Sent to me by FNC colleague Jake Gibson:
There are the AGs remarks at todays Delta Sigma Theta sorority convention that will address Trayvon Martin / George Zimmerman
Of course, as this celebration unfolds, we are also mindful of the pain felt by our nation surrounding the tragic, unnecessary shooting death of Trayvon Martin in Sanford, Florida last year and the state trial that reached its conclusion over the weekend. As parents, as engaged citizens, and as leaders who stand vigilant against violence in communities across the country, the Deltas are deeply, and rightly, concerned about this case. The Justice Department shares your concern I share your concern and, as we first acknowledged last spring, we have opened an investigation into the matter.
Independent of the legal determination that will be made, I believe that this tragedy provides yet another opportunity for our nation to speak honestly about the complicated and emotionally-charged issues that this case has raised. We must not as we have too often in the past let this opportunity pass.
(Excerpt) Read more at gretawire.foxnewsinsider.com ...
Will they investigate the provable violence against Zimmerman, who is also the child of parents?
More evidence of Holder's malicious intent for Zman's civil rights case.
I guess he is incapable of doing ANYTHING right.
Why isn't h0lder in a federal penitentiary?
CNN is going to cover a briefing by Eric Holder any minute now.
translation: We're gonna use this to take another bite of the apple on gun control and to scare SCOTUS off of killing Affirmative Action.
Black sorority. Plying the young'ns with how much whitey hates them and wants to freely shoot they's mens. Thanks eric. Occupied and university admin offices lately?
Let me guess he wants to have the allegedly uncomfortable dialogue on race again, which if anyone then tells him the truth, he will start screaming "Racist!" at them.
I'm more than ready to have that discussion. It begins with why are you fanning racial tension, wasting my time and money, and persecuting an innocent man? Aren't you lawyer enough to watch the same trial I did and know there was no evidence of a racial incident?
Black sorority, but of course that's not racist.
this isn't about justice. it never was, it is about revenge.
He must have lost the paperwork on the original FBI racism investigation.
The cost to the United States doesn't matter to Obama or Holder, and neither does eventually winning or losing.
Between allow the government to keep persecuting an innocent man because he's not black, to wanting more illegals, the R's are screwing themselves for the midterms. STAND UP FOR AMERICANS YOU FOOLS!
News flash for Al Sharpton, Eric Holder, and every other aggrieved minority that continues to misread the trial verdict -
** Had Little Trayvon remembered this, he would still be alive today.**
Isn't this violating Zimmerman's civil rights?
"unnecessary shooting death of Trayvon Martin"
justifiable homicide n. a killing without evil or criminal intent, for which there can be no blame, such as self-defense to protect oneself or to protect another, or the shooting by a law enforcement officer in fulfilling his/her duties. This is not to be confused with a crime of passion or claim of diminished capacity which refer to defenses aimed at reducing the penalty or degree of crime. (See: homicide, self-defense)
Thanks for the heads up on CNN about to show Holder speech.
They're afraid of losing all the black votes they've been getting
It's not really about revenge either; it is about promoting the idea of revenge for personal and party gain. It's the National Socialist Democrat Party way.
Let them investigate, accuse, prosecute GZ......the more the merrier and the bigger GZ lawsuit and settlement. Remember how adamant the martins were in the beginning that ths was racial profiling, hate crime? Just a little before the trial started Crump started walking back these accusations, "they never wanted this to be about race, it isn't about race, they just want a fair trial". Well they didn't have a softening of the heart......Crump and the state if DUH knows they are in deep doodoo. They even have a Crump deposition.....that I bet buries everyone.
To show the sympathies of the Internet, elsewhere someone wrote of a new drink, called the "Trayvon Martini".
1 part gin
1 part Arizona Iced Tea, watermelon flavor
1 few Skittles.
Someone else noted that gin would taste yucky with AIT-wf, so why not use vodka?
Then it would be a "Trayvon Gibson".
He is not there to do the right thing. He will stay because he shields the Democratic party from criminal investigations.
Nah, they have that vote on lock more than any other vote from any group in this country.
This is about something else. This is about what Reverend Write preaches. Obama and Holder believe in his words.
"Why isnt h0lder in a federal penitentiary?"
I have been wondering the same thing, ever since he ordered the burning to death or the children in Waco under Clinton.
Half right.
Nah, he's just never seen it, even though his signature is on it...
Does Zimmerman have his passport back yet?
The list, Ping
Let me know if you would like to be on or off the ping list
Just heard Jesse Jackson on NH Public Radio (SIGINT Interception).
He wants the UN involved, and wants to change the court system so that the jury is made up of a "jury of peers" of the "victim" (i.e., Trayvon), in other words black juries for black victims.
I terminated the intercept before I threw up.
Between allow the government to keep persecuting an innocent man because hes not black, to wanting more illegals, the Rs are screwing themselves for the midterms. STAND UP FOR AMERICANS YOU FOOLS!
Too bad the morons can't see this message. Why do we let the moron's roll over? What can I do?
They are simply appeasing the black community...will stretch this out as long as possible.....and use it for all they can milk out of it...
Very very sad for Zimmermans....what the media and the black community are doing to them is beyond imagination ....horrible what's happening!
Of course, as this celebration unfolds, we are also mindful of the pain felt by our nation surrounding the tragic, unnecessary shooting death of Trayvon Martin in Sanford, Florida last year
Hey Eric.
As an attorney, and by the way the highest in the land, don't you realize that the judicial process and jury found that this " shooting death"
was due to " self defense" and therefore " justified"
"speak honestly about the complicated and emotionally-charged issues that this case has raised."
So we are finally going to talk about the massive culture of criminality in the black "community", and hugely disproportionate number of young black thugs like Trayvon?
Didn't think so.
BS! I've never once seen a black person who used the tired cliche that "we need an honest conversation about race" that actually wanted an honest conversation about race. Their version of the honest conversation is more lecturing and excuses with any honesty from the other side being dismissed as racism.
We must not as we have too often in the past let this opportunity pass.
When have black agitators ever let an opportunity for this allegedly honest discussion about race pass? Hell, we had outrage and "the discussion" when a professor locked himself out of his house.
Since Martin discussed the recipe in significant detail on his Facebook page (before it was deleted), it's probably safe to assume that's why he bought the other two ingredients.
They won't let it rest until George Zimmerman is dead.
Banana republic.
Then Zimmerman's lawyers should seek disbarment and personal sanctions against any DOJ lawyers taking Holder's legal malfeasance.
I can hardly bare what they are doing in this matter of Zimmerman...and of course has nothing any longer to do with him...but is it actually possible to do more than convict for monetary damages? He can't be tried again.
Sorry but I cannot handle much of this debackle... but like to know what options they actualy have....other than to continue to take the Zimmerman family thru the hell they've already done!
The tragedy occurred when the perp physically assaulted another person beating him around the head and face, busting his nose, and then pounding his head into the pavement, clearly with intent to kill. That's not the civil way for a human being to act. Something lacking in his upbringing.
Did Holder happen to mention the case in New Jersey recently where the black home invader beat the crap out of a young white mother, and threw her down the stairs in front of her toddler children? I didn't think so!
Ah, so Jesse Jackson wants racial revenge courts? He may want to re-think that. Jackass!
IE: That the Obama Administration will not let go waste.
"Independent of the legal determination"
IE: Code words, any way they can.
"He wants the UN involved, and wants to change the court system so that the jury is made up of a jury of peers of the victim (i.e., Trayvon), in other words black juries for black victims."
So much for the fascade (their lie) that the left wants a "color-blind" America and equal treatment and justice for 'all'.
They don't want equal treatment. They want SPECIAL treatment. And they've already been getting it for decades now. Trayvon is a case in point, re: the special treatment he got for his criminal activities.
It's madness and backasswards from true justice. When will it end? When will we step up and end it? Never? I'm beginning to wonder now.
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A history lesson they'll never forget…and neither will you.
Mattie Engel is one of the rising stars at Private Berlin, and believes she's seen the worst of people in her previous life with the Berlin police force. That is until Chris, her colleague - and until recently, her fiancé - is found dead, brutally murdered in an old slaughterhouse outside the city. The slaughterhouse is filled with bodies. But just as Private begin their investigations, the building explodes, wiping out all evidence of the crimes, and nearly killing Mattie and her team.
©2013 James Patterson (P)2013 Random House Audiobooks
"Suspense, history and horrifying"
I found the story line and it's involvement in the history of East and West Berlin credible and exciting. I consider some of the graphic descriptions in this novel completely unnecessary. When I read a Paterson novel I expect crime and suspense. This novel I couldn't say I enjoyed and wished I hadn't listened to it. If I'd been reading it, at least I could have skimmed some of the more sadistic pages and may have been able to write a more positive review.
Have read and listened to James Patterson novels, not sure about the combination.
The narrators were excellent and did a fantastic job.
I wouldn't take out any character.
Yes, I would have just inferred the terrible tortures and injustices. Perhaps just a few (or one short) paragraph would have sufficed. As authors, I'm sure they could have justified Chris's, Ilona's and everyone elses behaviour.
"Good series"
All the books have a common theme but are also very different which gives you a sense of familiarity and keeps the interest. The characters are well written and enjoyable, even the evil ones!
Enjoyed the east/west Germany element, being old enough to remember it, just.
Easy to listen to as the narrator was clear and each character was identifiable.
"The Most Serious Private in the Series."
From start to finish, even though this is a work of fiction, it reads like pure fascinating fact!
Not as high tech as the others, but equally as high drama. Stick with it, it's worth it!
"Similar to other Private stories"
I like the Private books and this is my third one. It was a good read but I could not help thinking that the Private was just a title, it did not follow the big money, big tech of the other books. It is a good storyline, sometimes annoying in its nod to difficult to understand German lifestyle. I did enjoy the book but was disappointed it was not a real Private story.
"Very disappointing"
I listened intently to the first half of this download. My fascination was growing and I was anticipating a stupendous ending in part 2. Only to find out that the download is corrupted, even after returning and repurchasing. I am left wondering what happened next and disappointed that audible have not fixed the problem.
"return to form for the series"
Good to see a return to form for the series, after a poor last book (Private London).
"Excellent Drama"
Didn't take me long to finish, Couldn't stop. So Addictive. GREAT SERIES EVEN TO START!
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By Brendan Conway
Another sign investors are warming to gold: For the first time in months, there are fresh investments in SPDR Gold Trust (GLD).
The world's biggest gold ETF enjoyed what State Street data show is the first week of net share creations — you need money coming before you need new shares — since February. A story by Reuters' A. Ananthanakshmisaid it was the first inflow since Nov. 2012.
Last week's net inflows totalled $193 million, according to XTF.com, which is something of an accomplishment for a fund that's shed more than $20 billion to outflows in 2013.
Commerzbank's strategists write to clients on the subject this morning:
The outflows from the gold ETFs appear to have come to an end for the time being. The gold ETFs tracked by Bloomberg have even seen inflows of 2.5 tons since the middle of last week. Were this to develop into a lasting trend, it would help shore up the gold price.
Gold's price is edging off two-month highs Monday midsession, down 0.4% to $1,365. Elsewhere in precious metals and miners, Market Vectors Gold Miners ETF (GDX) and Market Vectors Junior Gold Miners ETF (GDXJ) are ahead by 0.1% and iShares Silver Trust (SLV) is down by 0.1%.
The leveraged Direxion Daily Gold Miners Bull 3X Shares (NUGT) and Direxion Daily Gold Miners Bear 3X Shares (DUST) are little changed in Monday trading.


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It's a little odd, isn't it, since I don't have any personal experience with schizophrenia?Actually, more than any sort of mental illness, what I really wanted to write about was creativity. One line of conversation that constantly creeps up in regard to creativity is the idea of the "mad genius." In a lot of respects, the finished product an artist "sees" when inspiration strikes is a little bit like a hallucination. An artist knows that what they're seeing is a figment of their imagination, of course, but in both cases—an artist's idea and a hallucination—they're visions that only one person has. Sometimes, it seems as though what we consider "mentally ill" is a mind that is hyper-sensitive, a mind on overdrive, a mind that sees creative connections that the rest of us don't…
Both of my novels were initially drafted years ago…A BLUE SO DARK in '06, and PLAYING HURT in about '04 or '05. the books had to be rewritten globally several times…BLUE had to come out of Aura's head, become less internal, and PLAYING HURT needed backstory (the sports element didn't exist at all in the original draft).Basically, with both books, I had to have stamina. The ability to stick with projects that didn't sell right off the bat.
I think you hit it on the head: I don't write from personal experience—my characters and the situations I write about are always fictional—so I don't ever find myself in a different place mentally for my projects.When I was in about junior high, I was over at a friend's house when ROMANCING THE STONE came on TV. In the opening scene, Kathleen Turner (an author) is slaving away at her typewriter, bawling her eyes out as she wraps up her current novel. I was already writing then, and my friend elbowed me and said, "That's going to be you!"The writing part turned out to be true enough, and I do find myself getting choked up or my heart racing or my eyes misting as I write (if I don't get moved, my readers won't, either), but I don't have to be in a dark place mentally to write a dark book…
When I got my master's in '01, I nixed the idea of writing full-time to devote myself to my writing (this was possible only because of financial support from my family). It was in no way a short journey—took seven and a half years to get that first acceptance!As I was seeking my first book deal, I tried my hand at all sorts of different genres…Adult, children's, romance, literary…In all honesty, my writing interests are every bit as varied as my reading interests (and I read it ALL)…
I do wrack up the hours in my office…But I also have one of those Alphasmart Neos…Thing's great—no Internet distractions, and it runs on AA-batteries for MONTHS…I can take that thing anywhere—the park, the backseat of the car—and get loads of writing done.
Sometimes, ANYTHING that doesn't directly involve writing feels like a guilty pleasure. My biggest love outside of literary pursuits is music—writing, playing, listening…I was actually teaching private guitar and piano lessons as I drafted my earliest work—my students inspired me to try my hand at YA!
Catherine Ryan Hyde, Brian Katcher, Gabrielle Zevin.
Without a doubt: the ability to zap negativity.
Fifteen-year-old Aura Ambrose has been hiding a secret. Her mother, a talented artist and art teacher, is slowly being consumed by schizophrenia, and Aura has been her sole caretaker ever since Aura's dad left them. Convinced that "creative" equals crazy, Aura shuns her own artistic talent. But as her mother sinks deeper into the darkness of mental illness, the hunger for a creative outlet draws Aura toward the depths of her imagination. Just as desperation threatens to swallow her whole, Aura discovers that art, love, and family are profoundly linked—and together may offer an escape from her fears.
Star basketball player Chelsea "Nitro" Keyes had the promise of a full ride to college—and everyone's admiration in her hometown. But everything changed senior year, when she took a horrible fall during a game. Now a metal plate holds her together and she feels like a stranger in her own family.As a graduation present, Chelsea 's dad springs for a three-week summer "boot camp" program at a northern Minnesota lake resort. There, she's immediately drawn to her trainer, Clint, a nineteen-year-old ex-hockey player who's haunted by his own traumatic past. As they grow close, Chelsea is torn between her feelings for Clint and her loyalty to her devoted boyfriend back home. Will an unexpected romance just end up causing Chelsea and Clint more pain—or finally heal their heartbreak?
Go stalk Holly!
On her website.
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I'm offering up a copy of A Blue So Dark OR Playing Hurt (your choice) to one lucky winner (sponsored by me). Holly will also send the winner a *signed* bookplate! This giveaway is open world wide to anywhere The Book Depository ships.
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This giveaway ends April 12th, 2011. Winner will be contacted by email and will have 48 hours to respond.
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In a brilliant ploy, Amazon aims to put before California voters—many of them online shoppers—the question of whether they want to pay sales tax on their web purchases.
Online retailers have been on the defensive on the sales tax question for the past year. With states short on cash, several legislatures have passed laws aimed at forcing online retailers to collect sales tax from shoppers. Amazon.com Inc. has challenged the New York State law in the courts—so far unsuccessfully. So now the leading online retailer is taking the battle to a potentially much more favorable arena: asking California's voters—who are also consumers—whether they want online retailers to collect sales tax on their purchases.
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That would be a good solution from the point of many web-only retailers that don't want to cut off their California affiliates, but also don't want to charge sales tax on California residents, which they would have to do under the new law if they continue to work with affiliates based in the state. And maybe that's how it will work out.
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ROCHESTER, Mich. (AP) — Oakland University's interim president said the school is committed to diversity following reports that former basketball coach Beckie Francis subjected players to religious pressure.
Betty Youngblood released a statement addressed to the university community Wednesday, The Oakland Press of Pontiac, Mich., reported.
"I want to assure you that protecting the freedom of religious, cultural, political and other forms of expression has been and always will be a high priority at Oakland," the statement said. "At the same time, we hold that freedom from the imposition of others' views is equally crucial.
"As soon as allegations of religious discrimination came to light, the university acted swiftly to investigate. The university did not tolerate such conduct and will not tolerate such conduct moving forward."
Last week, the Detroit Free Press quoted former players who said Francis was overbearing and preoccupied with their weights.
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Francis was fired last month, the same day her husband, Gary Russi, announced his retirement as president of the 19,000-student suburban Detroit school. The school said at the time that Francis was was fired for behavior in April that led to an internal review, but didn't provide details.
Francis has said she's focused on the future and wishes the best for Oakland University but hasn't commented on the allegations.
The statement from Youngblood didn't address the allegation about players' weights, and focused instead on issues of diversity.
"As a campus community, we will continue to celebrate cultural diversity, inclusion, tolerance and understanding, as well as encourage the expression of all views within the context of appropriate times, places and manner," the statement said. "We will honor every individual's right to free expression and freedom from imposed expression without fear of reprisal, ridicule or harm."
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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
TEEN! DRAMA! Episode Two
34 comments:
- Mireyah said...
Cephalopod? Is that a real word? O.o
- March 11, 2010 at 11:09 AM
- Kiersten White said...
Cephalopods are the class of animals that squid and octopi (and by extension, kraken) belong to. Cara only knows that word because it was in the script.
- March 11, 2010 at 11:14 AM
- Linda G. said...
I know you're a novelist and all, but seriously? Television NEEDS you! Maybe you can do both? If you give up sleep or something? (Hey, we all make sacrifices.)
- March 11, 2010 at 11:16 AM
- Andrea Cremer said...
Sucker hands! Cephalopods! Awesome!
- March 11, 2010 at 11:20 AM
- Mireyah said...
*nods* Okay, that makes sense. My thought was: If it *is* a word, how would she know it?
Script makes sense.
I kinda wanna know more about HOT GUY'S COUSIN. The family members are always more interesting. *grin*
- March 11, 2010 at 11:20 AM
- Tawna Fenske said...
Delightful! When does filming begin? I'd like to audition for a role. Not sure which on yet, but I'd like to have tentacles.
- March 11, 2010 at 11:29 AM
- Marsha Sigman said...
I am pretty sure Cephalopods were mentioned in Men In Black, which was an awesome show but this one is more my speed. You just can't beat those intense staring scenes.
- March 11, 2010 at 11:45 AM
- Stephanie Perkins said...
"HOT GUY removes his shirt, as his abs are contractually obligated to appear in every episode."
I'm a big fan of this show. When can I expect this episode to air?
(HOW DO YOU HAVE TIME TO WRITE THIS?? Ohmygosh, you are incredible. Hilarious.)
- March 11, 2010 at 11:48 AM
- Kiersten White said...
Linda--Sleep is overrated, right?
Tawna--You could be the evil Kraken Lady!
Steph--Dojo was watching Ponyo, so I had fifteen free minutes between dropping Nayna off and taking apart the crib. Fifteen minutes = an eternity : )
- March 11, 2010 at 11:50 AM
- Blank said...
This cracked me up. Love it. I bet Paranormalcy is just as funny.
- March 11, 2010 at 11:55 AM
- fairyhedgehog said...
I hope you're submitting this to the BBC. I want to see this on tv!
- March 11, 2010 at 12:03 PM
- Erik said...
Cephalopods are so cute :)
- March 11, 2010 at 12:27 PM
- Elizabeth Poole said...
LMAO! This was hilarious! I love how genre savvy the characters are.
- March 11, 2010 at 12:47 PM
- Valerie said...
This is seriously made of awesome!
- March 11, 2010 at 1:24 PM
- Ellen B said...
I love you. Please parody everything, even things I love. I'll be too busy laughing to care.
- March 11, 2010 at 1:29 PM
- Kiersten White said...
Truth is, I can only parody these so well because you know I eat them up. Same thing with LOST.
Thanks : )
- March 11, 2010 at 1:31 PM
- L. T. Host said...
The only TEEN DRAMA I watch anymore is Vampire Diaries. Which accounts for the only reason I know that clearly you've been writing for them for most of the first season so far and haven't broken that news to the rest of us?
- March 11, 2010 at 1:42 PM
- Kiersten White said...
I have to keep it secret because I'm also writing for LOST.
- March 11, 2010 at 1:44 PM
- lora96 said...
This made my day I love it! You rock at satirizing pop culture. My favorite part is that Mom is only three years older than Cara! :)
- March 11, 2010 at 3:31 PM
- Mariah Irvin said...
Kraken? This show is AWESOME. Please don't stop writing it, ever.
- March 11, 2010 at 4:29 PM
- Melanie Avila said...
You. Are. The awesome.
Moremoremoremoremoremore please. :)
- March 11, 2010 at 5:03 PM
- Corey Wright said...
This was AMAZING. I didn't see the Kraken thing coming and almost spit Dr. Pepper all over my computer.
So glad I maintained composure as that would have been a sure waste of perfectly good Dr. Pepper.
- March 11, 2010 at 6:31 PM
- Kiersten White said...
And wasting Dr Pepper is NEVER tolerated on my blog.
- March 11, 2010 at 6:39 PM
- Amanda J. said...
Have I reaffirmed your awesomeness lately? Because you're uber cool and talented as can be. :D
- March 11, 2010 at 6:40 PM
- Kiersten White said...
Thank you, my dears : )
- March 11, 2010 at 6:42 PM
- ~Shauna~ said...
oh my gosh!
I am new to your blog and LOVE IT! This is seriously the funniest, most entertaining thing I've read in a while! Keep it up! I wanna know where this TV show goes!! :)
- March 11, 2010 at 7:21 PM
- Claire Dawn said...
Gossip Girl meets Twilight.
Remind me why you don't write screenplays again?
Btw, I gave you a blog award.
- March 11, 2010 at 8:50 PM
- Kiersten White said...
Shauna--Welcome and thanks : )
Claire--Thanks! And I don't write screenplays because clearly my genius is better put to use blogging, right?
- March 11, 2010 at 9:32 PM
- Kelly said...
This has made my night!
Oh, no, I'm cool with that part. It's not pedophilia if you're really hot.
LOL!!!- and glad to know others notice this too.
- March 11, 2010 at 10:28 PM
- Adam Heine said...
He's half-Kraken? THIS IS THE BEST SHOW EVER!!!
- March 12, 2010 at 4:01 AM
- Beverley BevenFlorez said...
So funny! I added a link to this on my Writers' Well today. :)
- March 12, 2010 at 11:03 AM
- Christine said...
you have got to name this "Kraken's Kreek." (do kraken's live in creeks-or does it have to be saltwater?)
- March 12, 2010 at 8:44 PM
- Y.F.N. Palindrome aka Hannah said...
LOL! It's been a long time since I've laughed that loud from reading. Spank you very much!
And bravo!
- March 13, 2010 at 11:50 AM
- Donna Gambale said...
Ok, I'm DAYS behind on my blog reading (and thus, commenting) but it has to be said -- this is hilarious. Can't wait for the next episode!
- March 14, 2010 at 8:05 PM


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On Dec. 6, 2009, Lola Jean Kartchner Laws departed this life into the waiting arms of Wayne, her sweetheart of more than 50 years on this earth.
Jean was born on May 29, 1925, the fourth child of Nora Black and Henry Z. Kartchner, on the Carlyle Ranch, a few miles north of Monticello, Utah. At the age of 1 ½ years, the family moved to Huntington, Utah, where Jean lived until she met Wayne. On Sept. 4, 1942, they were married in the Salt Lake Temple.
Wayne and Jean lived in Blanding, Utah for a couple of years after Wayne returned from WWII. In 1948 Wayne and Jean moved to Carbonville, Carbon County, Utah, where they built their home and raised their family. They lived there except for the three years they spent in England on a building mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Wayne passed away in September 1992. Jean continued to live in the home Wayne built for them until August 2008, when she moved to The Seville Retirement Residence in Orem, where she made many friends.
As an active member of her church, Jean served in many positions including Relief Society President, Young Women's President, teacher, secretary, music director, librarian, stake missionary and Manti Temple ordinance worker. She was also active in the community as president of the College of Eastern Utah Women's Faculty Association, PTA President, and Captain of the Rim Rock Camp of Daughters of the Utah Pioneers.
Jean was talented in many ways. She was an excellent homemaker, a wonderful seamstress, did beautiful embroidery, and made lovely quilts for her family. But her talents extended far beyond her home. She wrote poetry, short stories, songs and lyrics for musicals and road show skits, and a lullaby for her granddaughter. She organized and sang with choirs, quartets, and double trios. One group was invited by U.S. Senator Jake Garn to accompany him on his state-wide campaign tour. Jean enjoyed giving readings and was a fine actress, at one time a protégé of Elmo Geary, for whom CEU's Geary Theatre was named.
More than anything, Jean loved her husband, her children and grandchildren, the Lord and her church. She will be deeply missed. Jean is survived by her children; Linden (Kathleen) Laws, Spring Glen, Utah, Kaye (Lynn) Manhart, Orem, Utah, and Grant (Janet) Laws, Carbonville, Utah, seven grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren and was looking forward to one more. Two sister-in-laws, Dottie Laws, Blanding; Darlene Kartchner, Price. She was preceded in death by her eternal companion Elwood Wayne Laws, her brother Lamont, her sisters Guila and Glenna, her parents and one great-grandson.
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Sparky's NBA Summer League Review
by Steve Fifer
posted Jul 22 2012 7:00PM
Below is my take from the games I watched between Monday, July 16th and Thursday, July 20th.
Atlanta Hawks
Keith Benson
- F/C- 6'11"- I was impressed from what I saw a year ago. He seems more comfortable around the rim and looks like he belongs now.
John Jenkins
-SG-6/4"- A Hawks first round pick, Jenkins was known for his shooting but displayed quickness that many
didn't anticipate. I didn't have a huge opinion on Jenkins coming out of school but I really liked what I saw in Vegas.
Jordan Taylor
-G-6'1"- While you hope he can make a roster, I think it will be difficult because of his lack of quickness. His basketball IQ is very high but will it be enough to earn him a spot in the NBA?
Derrick Caracter
- F-6'9"- Liked him coming out of college but based on what I saw, it appears he's headed back to the D-League. If I was his agent, I'd work on getting him in better shape.
Boston Celtics
Jared Sullinger
-F-6'9"- He looked like a senior playing against underclassmen. I didn't see any signs of his back being an issue. You really couldn't see the full impact of what he will be as the summer league games don't believe in post play.
Fab Melo
-C-7'0"- He needs some of Jordan Taylor's basketball IQ. Melo looked lost a majority of the time I watched him. He has the physical tools but will his brain be able to keep up with the complexities of the NBA?
Charlotte Bobcats
Byron Mullens
-C-7'0"- While us Bucks fans have seen him have success, I think most are starting to believe that he might end up being the player that some thought coming out of Ohio St. While the horrible season by the Bobcats didn't net Anthony Davis, it did net an invaluable amount of experience for Mullens.
Kemba Walker
-G-6'1"- He appears to be a huge disappointment. I'm not sure he can even be a Ben Gordon type player in this league. His shot remains inconsistent and his ability to make the right pass remains non-existent.
Chicago Bulls
Marquis Teague
-PG-6'2"-He's a solid PG. Teague didn't make any glaring mistakes. Not an all-star guard but a solid one.
Leon Powe
-PF-6'8"- Why again was he there? I tend to believe if you are a vet then you better play like one against a bunch of 1
and 2
year players. He didn't stand out at all, other than trying to start crap with opposing players.
Cleveland Cavaliers
Tristan Thompson
-PF-6'9"- I was really impressed by how he really dominated at times in the paint. This is another example like Mullens, of a guy who took advantage of the increased minutes given to him by a bad team. He could be a breakout player in 2012.
Dion Waiters
-G-6'3"- Wasn't really good but displayed his quick first step and ability to blow by people. He showed toughness when driving the lane and finishing around the rim. His shot leaves a lot to be desired but he doesn't need his jumper to score. It was interesting that while he didn't start at Syracuse, he didn't even start on his summer league team.
Dallas Mavericks
Jae Crowder
-F-6'6"- Really liked what I saw from him. One scout asked "What do they do to those at kids at Marquette? They're all really tough, scrappy type of guys." Crowder isn't a special player but he can hit the three, provide some solid defense, and provide a spark of energy when he's on the floor.
Dominique Jones
-SG-6'5"- I had high hopes for Jones coming out of South Florida a couple of years ago but it doesn't appear he has improved in any area. The other issue with him is he thinks he is much then he actually is which results in bulk shooting with a low field goal percentage.
David Harrison
-C-7'0"- For a guy with four years of experience, you would expect more then what I saw. He's a seven foot five year old with the way he acts on seemingly every possession. Body language is something that as a young player you expect not to be the best but with maturity it should get better. I'd argue he's actually gotten worse as he's gotten older.
Denver Nuggets
Evan Fournier
-G/F-6'7"- Didn't see the Nuggets but once however a guy that people like a bunch is Evan Fournier from France. The people that saw him play told me that they think he could be a real nice piece for a championship caliber team in the next few years.
Solomon Alabi
-C-7'1"- Torn meniscus took out early on and being a free agent probably cost him a chance to be on a roster this season. One other note, these Florida State guys are real tight with one another. I'd say Marquette and them were the two schools that really supported each other the best.
Golden State Warriors
Charles Jenkins
-PG-6'3"- He showed flashes of greatness that got people really excited. However, he still needs to play under a little more often but I like what I saw. Considering Stephen Curry will probably not the be the future point guard for Golden State, Jenkins needs to make the most of his opportunities to show he can be that guy.
Harrison Barnes
-F-6'8"-He played well in his first game which I didn't see as I was still in Milwaukee but was very underwhelming after that. Golden State people are impressed by how explosive he has shown he can be in practice. I on the other hand didn't see it translate to game situations.
Houston Rockets
Royce White
-F-6'8"- Prior to the draft many suggested to us on the Wendy's Big Show that the Bucks should target White with their draft selection. I was opposed to it, but let me say that I came away impressed with what I saw. His maturity level is that of a veteran and court vision is that of a point guard. I knew had a knack for passing but his understanding of everything going on around him really makes him dangerous. White also appeared more physical when banging inside then I thought. Leon Powe got into it with him and he stood his ground and didn't get sucked into Powe's antics.
Jeremy Lamb
-SG-6'5"- In person, you really appreciate how long he truly is. His wingspan will help him to become a really good defender, that if he wants to put in the time to do so. Silky smooth player but I have to say there is something about him that bugs me. I think it's maybe his demeanor or the fact that he really wasn't talking with any of his teammates. Either way, I'm sure I'm just reading into stuff.
Terrence Jones
-F-6'9"-He fell down the board on draft night to Houston and the Rockets appear to have a guy who has the knack for knowing when and where to be. Jones is a solid player. I heard an interesting tidbit that the Rockets were apparently drafting Jones for another team to trade him but were told by the other team that in fact Jones wasn't their guy like the Rockets had thought. That mistake might prove to be a stroke of good luck.
Scott Machado
-PG- 6'1"- Not sure if he can be a starting point guard in this league but I see no reason why he can't be a nice option off the bench. Machado shows he can get good penetration and has the ability to kick in traffic to the open player. Those qualities should find him a spot on somebody's roster by the end of the season.
Marcus Morris
-F-6'9"- Having a brother like I do I know brothers can be very different. In this case, the Rockets have the wrong Morris on their team. Totally non-existent in the time I saw him.
Los Angeles Clippers
-Didn't see them play-
Los Angeles Lakers
Darius Morris
-PG-6'5"- There were questions coming out of Michigan if he could play the point. I'm pretty sure he proved that he is more than capable of creating for others and makes smart decisions when running the offense. He didn't shoot well early but got better as the games went on. I like him.
Darius Johnson-Odom
-G-6'3"- He was simply bad. I'm pretty confident in saying he couldn't have played worse than he did. The D-League is in his future. He must work better at getting teammates involved and understanding the difference between a good shot and a bad shot.
Memphis Grizzlies
-Didn't see them play-
Miami Heat
Norris Cole
-PG-6'2"- Looked like a guy that was in the NBA already. Looked like a guy who understood how to run an offense and when he needed to be the guy to score. I believe he can be a solid point guard if given the chance to do it.
Dexter Pittman
-PF-6'11"-He has the body of Packers rookie DT Jerel Worthy more than of an NBA player. I think he needs to lose some weight and get some quickness. I didn't hear anybody being impressed by him.
Milwaukee Bucks
Tobias Harris
-SF-6'8"- He played at a different level then everybody else. His offense is good enough to be starting for the Bucks, but will his lackadaisical defense keep him on the bench?
John Henson
-PF-6'11"- His energy makes up for his lack of weight. His one post move that he showed was a lefty hook while he shot his mid-range jumper with his right hand. Henson needs another move in the post and he'll need to show that he can face up bigger defenders and drive past them. His jumper was short most of the time hitting the front of the rim, which might have been due to weak legs from illness/amount of minutes he was getting.
Doron Lamb
- SG-6'4"- He is your new 6
man of the future. Lamb will be a shooter that can come off the bench and provide some offense. He reminds me of a better version of Jodie Meeks.
Jarrid Famous
-PF-6'11'- The South Florida product impressed in his Summer League time he was given and did virtually everything right. He's a technically sound ball player that will help a team. It's just not going to be the Bucks who are stacked at the power forward position already. I don't believe he is thick enough to play the center position.
Larry Sanders
-PF-6'11"- My patience is running thin with him taking jumpers when he might be one of the ten worst shooters in the league. Horrible decision maker with the ball (did make one nice pass). His role should that of Dalembert, shot blocker and rebounder with an occasional dunk. Once he knows his role and accepts it, the better off the Bucks and Sanders will be.
Minnesota Timberwolves
Kammron Taylor
-PG-6'2"- I really like what I saw from the former Badgers guard who has been playing in Ukraine. He's in real good shape and ran the team well. Taylor is probably bound to be overseas for his career but a nice player.
Wes Johnson
-G/F-6'7"- Yet again another guy who needs to work on being more physical and getting quicker off the dribble. He is so stiff for a shooting guard. I didn't see any difference in him from the regular season until present.
Derrick Williams
-F-6'8"- He shouldn't be in the Vegas Summer League. When you go as high as he did in the draft and do as little as he did really makes you wonder. One personal guy said he is just a ballplayer rather than a small forward or a power forward by definition. I tend to have visions of Marcus Fizer while watching him play.
New Orleans Hornets
Austin Rivers
-G-6'4"- He looked overwhelmed from one of the Summer League. Rivers didn't play toward the end because of what the Hornets deemed as leg soreness. There really wasn't much of anything good about what I saw of out him. There were questions on him if he could play point guard at the next level, I don't have the answer for that just yet be couldn't even score in Vegas. He may regret leaving Duke after just one year.
Xavier Henry
-G-6'6"- Put a fork in him, he's done. I wish I knew why he seemingly has never taken the next step. He has lots of talent but can't figure out how to use it.
New York Knicks
Nobody stood out
Phoenix Suns
Markieff Morris
-F-6'10"- He was simply dominant. Morris looked like a future all-star at times while playing in Las Vegas. If he brings the effort every night like he did during the Summer League, watch out!
Diante Garrett
- G-6'4"- I thought he represented himself quite nicely in Vegas. I'm not sure if he is an NBA player but certainly can get a job overseas for a number of years.
Kendall Marshall
-PG-6'4"- The first game I saw him was the single worst point guard performance I can remember watching. He didn't do a single thing right. The second game he improved but still not to the level expected by me when having watched him play at UNC.
Patrick O'Bryant
-C-7'0"- Whoever pays this guy to play basketball should have their head examined. He's simply not very good. He did have a beautiful female companion.
Portland Trailblazers
Damian Lillard
-PG-6'3"- He was the most impressive player during the time I was there. Lillard displays Iverson like quickness with a great ability to finish around the rim after having been fouled. He's got Russell Westbrook like explosion. His leaping ability allows him to hang for seemingly ever before hanging to fire up a shot in traffic. Lillard showed good court vision while making a couple great passes to guys cutting baseline.
Will Barton
-SG-6'6"- While the spotlight was on Lillard, Barton did his job by hitting open jumpers when they were available. The backcourt of Lillard/Barton could be a scary proposition for defenses for years to come.
Luke Babbitt
Jon Diebler
-G-6'6"- Both of these players couldn't hit a jumper if their life depended on it in Vegas. Babbitt is simply not at the level needed to be worth where he was drafted a couple of years ago. I will say it, Luke Babbitt equals bust!
Sacramento Kings
Jimmer Fredette
-G-6'2"- He showed his shooting touch that had people drooling when he came out of BYU. Fredette needs to be utilized properly as a spot up shooter and nothing more then that.
Thomas Robinson
-PF-6'9"- He himself admitted to playing bad, citing that the only thing he did well was pass the basketball. Clearly the Kings weren't envisioning what they got from Robinson in Vegas and can only hope this isn't a sign of things to come. I don't believe he's as bad as he played.
San Antonio Spurs
Kawhi Leonard
-SF-6'7"- This is another guy who simply was dominant when he wanted to be. He's a very good basketball player that most of the league missed on, during draft day last year.
Advantage: Spurs
James Anderson
-SG-6'6"- The more you watch younger players come into the NBA the more you realize how difficult it is to forecast just how good they might be at the next level. Anderson is one who I clearly missed on. He is very underwhelming when you simply watch him from play to play.
Toronto Raptors
Terrence Ross
-SG-6'7"- My guy! He didn't disappoint in Vegas by putting on a clinic when he had the ball. Ross isn't a dynamic guard like Lillard of Portland but probably is better than Landry Fields on offense already. If I was DeMar DeRozan, I wouldn't be getting too comfy in Toronto.
Ben Uzoh
-PG-6'2"- He played well in the Orlando Summer League and he was good in Las Vegas. He's deserving of a bench spot somewhere in the NBA.
Daniel Orton
-C-6'10"- A message from me to Mr. Orton: If you don't want to play NBA basketball and you don't want to commit yourself to the game then maybe you should just quit! It's an insult to see this guy on the floor and think that somebody is paying their hard earned money to watch this out of shape kid go through the motions.
Washington Wizards
Bradley Beal
-SG-6'5"- He was a solid performer. Beal displayed his ability to be an intimidating and tough defender. I will say that he didn't exhibit that special quality I was looking for on the offensive end.
Thomas Satoransky
-SG-6'7"- A player out of the Czech Republic that looks to be a young athletic wing player that will serve the Wizards well in the future. He can shoot the rock, while still being able to put the ball on the floor and not embarrass himself. There is still question of whether he will play in the league this year or return overseas.
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I think we played really sloppy," said Bray. "We had several starters who were out and we didn't respond very well in the first quarter. We started to come around in the second quarter throwing the football. We didn't play very well, but any time you can not play well and win it's great.


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For me, multitasking is watching Pitch Perfect while trying to drink kale. For Laura Zapata, not so much. The Texas native (and former competitive cheerleader) is Cosmo Latina's new style editor, and the creator of The Future of Fashion, a monthly mega-event in downtown Manhattan that connects designers and stylists with technology companies and emerging digital platforms. She's done projects with Calvin Klein and Jill Stuart, and sometimes, she picks out clothes for celebs like Christina Milian and—shh!—a pop star who rhymes with Wiley.
After bribing Laura with the classic overachiever cocktail—a double iced espresso, no milk—I finally lured her into The Shopbop Inquisition. I think you'll agree, it was worth it...
FARAN KRENTCIL: We all have to start somewhere. What was your first official job in fashion?
LAURA ZAPATA: After college, I was working in the fashion closet of Latina magazine.
FK: For those who only have The Devil Wears Prada for reference, what do fashion assistants actually wear?
LZ: It was in the middle of an incredibly hot summer, so I opted for plaid shorts (not too short, of course), a striped collared shirt, and a mini cardigan to fight off the office's blasting AC. I finished my look with some suede booties, an updo, and cute jewelry.
FK: You're an Austin native. What's your favorite part of the city?
LZ: One thing that I miss the MOST is the live music scene. It's literally live music all day, every day. You could be having brunch with friends, shopping on South Congress, grabbing a low-key cocktail, and there will always be a live performance—and we're talking quality music, I might add! When I moved to New York, it was all about big shows and big venues. I really miss the intimacy and spontaneity of Austin.
FK: Humble brag: Once, you introduced me to Chace Crawford at a Calvin Klein party. After I ran away squealing, you told me he was a Texas native too, and that he had "a quarterback name."
LZ: He does!
FK: For those of us not raised in the Friday Night Lights region, what is "a quarterback name"?
LZ: Football is LIFE in Texas. That said, many parents consciously name their children with these superheroic names, in hopes that they will one day be hugely successful football stars—or the ultimate goal—the star quarterback of their football team! I call it a nature AND nurture strategy. Here are some hints you have a quarterback name: Everyone refers to you by both your first and last name, no one else in the world has your name, either your first or last name is an adjective or a verb. To drive the point on home, here are some examples: Colt McCoy, Vince Young, Major Applewhite, Lance Harbor, Reggie Bush, Tim Riggins.
FK: Tim Riggins. Sigh. So, you were a competitive cheerleader, and now you're something of a workout connoisseur—with clothes to match.
LZ: True. I'm proud to say I've built an activewear wardrobe that's ready for any trendy fitness phenomenon that New York can throw at me. I wouldn't necessarily call my workout clothes cute, but it's definitely my platform for experimenting with neons.
FK: What if you're not going to Scuba Soul Cycle?
LZ: That's a thing?
FK: I don't think so. Maybe. Probably. Anyway. What if you're just going to the gym?
LZ: The trick to dressing for the gym is balancing equal parts of fashion, function, and flash. The fashion could consist of the trendy fitness brand everyone's wearing or a bold color or print. For the function, it's important to wear clothing that follows the fitness dress code. And for the flash, give everyone a peek at that body part you're the most proud of—show it off!
FK: Cosmopolitan for Latinas just launched, but it's already getting a lot of buzz. What makes it different from the "regular" Cosmo?
LZ: It follows the same fun and fearless attitude as Cosmo, although our content is geared toward a Latina reader, with a tailored focus on culture, beauty, and fashion. It's an English-language publication, but you'll catch the occasional "Spanglish" phrases. CFL also loves to feature emerging Latin designers, so I'm always on the hunt for promising new talent. And one of the best things about my job: styling fashion pages that embrace the sensuality and beauty of a woman—it's just so natural to Latinas.
FK: Please describe your personal style in one sentence. This sentence must include the word "sorbet."
LZ: My personal style is colorful and sweet, just like raspberry sorbet!
FK: Now I'm hungry.
LZ: Me too...