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Skip to comments.New PreWarDoc fits with Gwynne Roberts article about Iraqi nuclear test
Posted on 04/19/2006 9:18:35 PM PDT by RayRobisonblog
Fitting the pieces together
In February 2001, the Sunday Times ran the article Was this Saddams Bomb by Gwynne Roberts. I couldn't find the original but it is also on Globalsecurity.org .
I only recently read this article and found it interesting but very hard to believe. One of the newly released documents CMPC-2003-015757 contains the Roberts' article in English. This is the first time I have seen it. I did some research and found no serious academic or professional rebuttals other than people who also found it hard to believe. However, it seems that supporting evidence has been right in front of us for a few weeks now.
The article describes a conversation with a man called Leone who claimed to be a nuclear scientist working in Iraq. He approached Gwynne with tales of hidden nuclear programs, hidden nuclear weapons and most surprisingly a claim of a successful nuclear test performed in the Rezzaza Lake area of southern Iraq in 1989.
Leone claimed that the test was conducted underground in a massive tunnel. He said the tunnel required workers who were sacrificed for the secrecy of the project.
The tunnel and the entrance were huge and the manpower needed to block it up massive. Leone had told me that thousands of political prisoners worked on the tunnel after a presidential amnesty. "They were well fed and lived in comfortable caravans. In return, they worked hard. But none of them came out of it alive," he said. "Many were contaminated with radioactive waste. Friends working for Iraqi security who were guarding them said they were buried in caves nearby. The Iraqi regime hoped the secret of the Rezzaza lake test would die with them. "Hussein Kamel gave the order to kill these people . . . I was disgusted by it and it's one of the major reasons I fled." This grotesque story was corroborated by Imad. He said he was aware that political prisoners who worked on the Rezzaza tunnel were massacred by Iraqi security guards to conceal an unspecified secret military project. He did not know this was the nuclear test site.
I am not sure how these workers would have been contaminated if this test occurred as stated by Leone. But I dont think it is beyond the bounds of reason that even though the tunnel was plugged deep inside, radiation could have penetrated the 50 meter concrete plug Leone described. Then when the workers went down into the tunnel to completely fill it in they were exposed to radiation. It also seems like the deaths of hundreds of prisoners caused by radiation would certainly be hard to conceal, even in Iraq. But putting this story together with a newly released document does present an intriguing clue.
A few weeks ago a man named Joseph or screen name Jveritas started putting original translations on the Free Republic website. One of them was interesting but did not receive a lot of attention: ISGQ-2004-00224003
In this Iraqi document ISGQ 2004-00224003 dated February 7 2001, there was a discussion in upper echelon of the Iraqi intelligence about mass graves in Southern Iraq and how to shift the blame to the Coalition forces and make it look like these mass graves as the results massacres committed by the Coalition forces back in 1991 during Desert Storm Operation. Beginning of the Partial Translation The Republic of Iraq The Intelligence Apparatus Date: 7/2/2001 No 1687 In the Name of God the Merciful the Most Compassionate Secret To the respectful Mr. Director of the Fourth Directory Your letter secret and immediate numbered B 264 on 2/4/2001 1. No information is available to us about the Mass Graves in the Southern Region. 2.We see to achieve the observation the following matters: A. Inspect the graves to confirm the existence of Nuclear Radiations. B. Were they buried alive or their death was by suffocation. C. Are they military personnel or civilians. D. Are there tombstones that carry the names of the martyrs E. Identify accurate marks and proofs of the graves and the possibility to reach it quickly and identify it. 3. We do not agree that the declaration about it through a direct Iraqi media in the first stage at least and not to cause public and party reaction so that the subject will take as a priority an international interest, and we should work on the following direction during this stage: A. Leak the news through reliable sources.. News agencies or Satellite stations.. and that there is confusion, and indications from the members of the Coalition forces about the existence of mass graves civilians and military personnel in the South of Iraq. B. The attempt to search for soldiers from the Coalition forces in a serious way to mention these truth through the agencies.
This document is describing a mass grave filled with people who are suspected of suffering radiation exposure. The IIS intends to argue the bodies have been there since 1991.
So lets put this in context. Leone tells a story in 1998 about a nuclear test in 1989. In February of 2001, the IIS is talking about a mass grave site that must have been there for many years. Why are they talking about it now (2001)? The U.N. was not in Iraq at that time. And it happens to be the same month that Gwynne Roberts takes this story public. Did the IIS find out about the article and begin planning the media manipulation to cover up a nuclear test? Or, this article may not have been the first time Roberts wrote about the graves. Perhaps there was an earlier work I couldnt find and thats why the IIS was concerned. Either way, the IIS seems to be reacting to his story. But it seems like the IIS is exploring ways to leak the news of the radioactive graves so it can be managed before the claim is made by another source, in other words, spin control.
In my research I could find no other triggering event for this discussion by the IIS like an actual discovery of mass graves by an external source.
The IIS seems to expect radiation to be present when they wrote in this memo confirm the presence of radiation.
The location matches, both describe the graves in Southern Iraq.
So the IIS document matches the story of Leone in location, radiation exposure, mass graves, and close enough for the timing as far as we can infer from the document.
And one more thing. Leone described a Group Four responsible for nuclear testing: see rest at http://rayrobison.typepad.com/ray_robison/2006/04/fitting_the_pie.html
ping, congrats on the interview
And aren't the Brits still claiming a Saddam/Africa/Nuke connection without revealing their sources....
Here is the link to the rest of the story again, since the one on the post didn't work well
I believe that is true.
Awesome connection Ray. If this rings true, it blows the lid off what the CIA and other intelligence agencies thought of Iraq's capabilities.
Very compelling.
thanks guys, I went on google earth and if you look at the location indicated in the global security article, the military base is there and easily identifiable. Will try for the tunnel tomorrow.
Book authored by Gwynne Roberts,( British freelance author, producer with Judith Miller past) entitled "Winds of Death", also DVD, magazine articles, also Dr. Hu, author. Date: Nov. 1988.
John Williams, camerman died in Iraq. Also broadcast January 25, 2006, 11 am
www.frontlineworld.com www.globalsecurity.org
Could it be you are advertising this author's books? DVD? Article was interesting, but seems to be plenty written on the internet. Claim by the author's personal documentary to the site in So. Iraq proves massacre of Kurds with mustard gas (Weapon of Mass Destruction).
Seems this document will be presented at Saddam's Trial if he is not found guilty before it is presented.
ummm, is that why the IIS wants to confirm the presense of radiation, because of a chemical attack? oooookkkkkkaaaaayyyyyy, moving along. I am not selling books for this author, but thanks for the idea. I just love capitalism, don't you?
Thank you.
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The Iraq Documents
various FR links | 03-17-06 | The Heavy Equipment Guy
"ummm, is that why the IIS wants to confirm the presense of radiation"
One would think the IIS would have checked out this story by now, Roberts was writing about it in 2001. five years later. Coalition forces have been all over Iraq by now. Bush would certainly have told the public by now if he had found it or maybe he is waiting for Saddam's trial for it to come out? My experience has been with classified information, that one never confirms or denies anything anyone says if one knows the truth or not because as the FR line reads "Loose Lips sink ships".
If it is true that nuclear tests were done, would there still be radiation in the air?? How many half lives do they have? How long did it take for Hiroshima air to be come healthy for humans?
Maybe Saddam exposed his countrymen to radiation and that is reason there are so many of them crazy and cutting off people's heads.
Friday, 2 March, 2001, 23:52 GMT
Saddam's bomb, www.BBCWorldService.com
In the wake of the US and British bombing of Iraq, investigative film maker Gwynne Roberts finds evidence that suggests that Iraq may already have developed its own nuclear weapons.
"Leone" emerged from out of the shadows outside my hotel in Suleimaniya, northern Iraq, (snip)in January 1998 - just as the crisis between the United States and Iraq over arms inspection was reaching fever pitch.
Local Kurdish officials identified him as a nuclear scientist and when we talked, he seemed well informed.
Leone described himself as an engineer who was a member of the Iraqi Atomic Energy Commission - and a senior official in the secret Iraqi nuclear programme.
To prove his expertise, Leone worked throughout the night drawing detailed diagrams of nuclear weapons in his hotel room.
He said it worked on the principle of the Hiroshima-type bomb, in which high explosives drive pieces of highly enriched uranium together at high velocity. This triggers a nuclear explosion.
Then Leone made another staggering claim - that Iraq had actually conducted a nuclear test before the Gulf War.
Saddam threatened us with the death penalty if we told anybody about it
Beginning of the translation of Page 157
Republic of Iraq
Iraqi Atomic Energy Organization
Number 15/246
Date: 24/2/2001
Secret and Immediate
Health Ministry/ Office of the Minister
Subject: Use of Depleted Uranium
Indicating to the letter of the Presidential Secretariat numbered aa/4165 on 3/2/2001 please provide us with sample for each Cancer case that come to the hospital in the Southern Region and the capital Baghdad for the purpose of examining the concentration of Uranium in the affected organs or blood attached with information about the patient clarifying all the information for purposes of documentation and providing the statistical analysis and estimate the health risk for the pollution with Depleted Uranium, and prepare what is required from scientific facts and statistics to show the negative impacts and with what collate with the direction of the respected Presidential Secretariat to support the international campaign against the use the of Depleted Uranium
Fadel Muslim Abed Al Janabi
Chairman of the Atomic Energy Organization
End of Translation of Page 157
Here is what we need to do. Find experts who will completely rule out the possibility that DU could have caused a mass casualty event. I would say that, but I am not an expert. Then we can show, if it wasn't the DU causing the cancer, what was it? Becuase these documents undeniably indicate that Iraq believed radiation was causing cancer. We can derive that it wasn't DU if an expert says it wasn't and we can derive that the Iraqi experts would know that as well. The whole DU thing was played up as a cover story for the nuclear testing. This might be the case, I can't know for sure. But if enough pieces fit together, the military might be able to convince an Iraqi to talk or even go check out the site.
this is a DU study done in Kosovo at sites where DU was used. Look under findings
"the corresponding radiological and chemical risks from all points of view are consequently insignificant".
These people are not being killed by DU. So what was the source of the radiation?
see my blog for a new post with your new translation.
Thank you very much Ray.
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no, thank you sir!
Based on my knowledge of seismic detection and verification of underground nuclear tests, they could not have detonated a device without it being discovered. You cannot decouple it successfully, and the signature is very differnet than a chemical explosion.
"Based on my knowledge of seismic detection and verification of underground nuclear tests, they could not have detonated a device without it being discovered. You cannot decouple it successfully, and the signature is very differnet than a chemical explosion."
What if they had a nuclear accident before the bomb was tested during the assembly process or an earlier process? Could a nuclear accident caused these problems? Then, they would have had to go to their cover story.
I am cetainly not an expert on the subject, which is why I researched it and found this:
have had readers point out some counter arguments.
"Such an explosion he said, in an article for the London-based think tank, the Verification, Training and Information Center, would have been easily detectable by international or by regional monitoring in Iran, Israel or Jordan, which keep records of earthquakes.
None of them reported any seismic events of the magnitude necessary for a nuclear test in the region around Lake Rezazza, Wallace said."
Sounds case closed doesn't it? Until I found this:
"Wallace and his colleagues examined the global earthquake catalogues produced by the International Seismic Center and the US Geological Survey and say they reveal no seismic disturbances at all in Iraq that day. Moreover, they say there has been no seismicity within 50 km of the reported test site for the years 1980 to 1999. One problem with the assertion that no weapons testing took place, they point out, is that the detection threshold for these global catalogues was just magnitude 4.0 in 1989 so a smaller magnitude event may have not been picked up by the sensors."
Leone said it was 2.7 on the surface.
So people who are experts say that a less than 4.0 would not have been detected, and this is after Leone made the claim of a 2.7. What do you think about that, honestly, no sarc meant.
If it produced yield, even a few hundred tons, not even 1kt, it would have been detected. There could have been a criticality accident that sprayed material around, that would have caused ugly problems like Chelyabinsk 40.
Even a big underground test like the 5MT Cannikin does not produce a huge earthquake (I believe that was a very localized reading of 6.5), it is the signature of the device that is very recognizable. An earthquake is sort of like shaking something, whereas a detonation shows up on seismographs more like a very sharp blow from a hammer. No lead up, a sharp peak that "rings" down to normal very fast.
I know some seismic guys that pinpointed the Russian sub Kursk's explosion underwater, which was non-nuclear, shortly after it happened.
For an extremely small device, it would almost be easier to hide a test above ground than under it.
Thanks for the info, my friend. There is lot of scary reading re Chelyabinsk 40 if anyone wants to go there.
What do you think happened there if anything?
I don't know, but my take on the Iraqi nuke program is that it was long on desire, but short on achievements.
Iran, they can pull it off. Not sure of the timeline, but they can.
Thanks as usual for your excellent insight.
Iran is a very scary nation at this time re the nuclear potential and their hatred of Israel and us.
Independant of the type of "shaking", if the equipment was not in place to detect a 2.7, then can it be discounted based on seismic evidence?
The signature of an underground test, or even an above ground that couples into the ground would be picked up by more sensitive equipment elsewhere. Some of the tests in the pacific in the 50's that were fired on barges in shallow water were recorded thousands of miles away on the equipment available at that time. The earth is a marvelous trasnmitter of this type of "sound." Part of the technique of seismic detection is multiple readings that allow triangulation to determine location and magnitude.
ping to me to come back to.
I just wanted to thank you for the work you are doing regarding these documents. Your work is valued by me.
Thank you.
Excuse the interruption, Ray, but aren't there civilian seismic labs which would have data covering the time period of the supposed test? I don't think the Gov't would make available on Freedom Of Info Act the monitoring done during that period. You could check with U. of Colorado, I think, and the U.S. Geological Services.
Oops! I should have know fellow freepers would hone in on the seismic activity angle immediately. Never mind ...
that very nice, thank you, hopefully it will ultimately provide a more accurate picture.
This is from the OKLAHOMA GEOLOGICAL SURVEY OBSERVATORY.
thanks, this is from the arms control association
"Verification, of course, can never be achieved with 100-percent confidence. There will always be some level of nuclear testing below which the United States will not be able to monitor with high confidence using seismic means alone. Discovery of very small tests below the seismic threshold would depend on unquantifiable information from human or signal intelligence or photo reconnaissance. Although, the possibility of such information provides a further deterrent to the clandestine testing of low-yield nuclear devices, our ability to enforce the objectives of the treaty is measured by the efficacy of the monitoring system."
"The network is expected to detect all seismic events anywhere in the world of magnitude 4 or larger on the Richter scale, and to locate those events within a 1,000-square-kilometer error ellipse, the maximum area permitted for an on-site inspection under the terms of the treaty."
So they are saying the new proposed technology will have limitations. So I think it is safe to assume the old technology had greater limitations. Which means seismic detection has limitations and we do not have a magic wand for detecting nuclear tests, independant of whether this claimed test happened or not.
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WOW! Major bump!!
"This document is describing a mass grave filled with people who are suspected of suffering radiation exposure."
You guys are doing awesome work!
Thank you, both, so very much.
Thank you, bitt, for the ping.
And, a very belated welcome to Free Republic, Ray!
Why was RayRobisonblog banned?
Yes...what is this all about? We have a six month old thread, suddenly brought to the surface, and the author is banned...it must not be on the basis of this thread or behavior, right? Must be something else.
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Game #72 Preview - Expunging The Xcel Demons
Thomas Drance
March 19 2012 12:19PM
The Canucks, fresh off a win over Columbus on Saturday that was altogether too close for comfort, will look to continue to shake out some cobwebs tonight as they roll into the home-base of the Minnesota Wild. The Canucks are hated in Minnesota, and generally speaking have had some memorably godawful games at the Xcel Energy Center over the past couple of seasons. From the Rypien incident, to the 5-2 shellacking they took in November - the Canucks are occasionally ambushed by their Xcel demons, despite consistently being a far superior side to the one the Wild ice.
Tonight, they'll face Josh Harding, with Mason Raymond in the press-box, Manny Malhotra back in the lineup and Cory Schneider in net. Will the twins be reunited with the Burrows? Is the Edler-Bieksa experiment finally over?
Read past the jump for a more thorough recap, underlying numbers and the three keys to the game!
Broadcast Info
Gametime: 5 PM PST
TV: Rogers Sportsnet Pacific Radio: The Team
The inevitable has occurred, and Mason Raymond has finally been sent to the Press Box. Last season, despite his lack of production, he was a possession monster. This season - that's fallen off to a large extent, and while he still does well by some metrics (specifically, our scoring chance data) his possession numbers have cratered and his recent slump is clearly getting to him mentally. While Canucks fans will rejoice about Raymond being dispatched from the lineup, his speed remains important to the club and hopefully his stint in the press-box won't be long-lasting. If the Canucks are going to go deep into the postseason - they'll need Raymond to find his game.
After a less than stellar outing on Saturday, Cory Schneider gets the start once again for the Canucks tonight. Xcel Energy Centre has been an occasional house of horrors for Roberto Luongo, and not starting him tonight is possibly an attempt to "protect" the team's first string goaltender. If Schneider plays well, will he start three of four games on the team's current road-trip? It's certainly possible. Rest assured: if Schneider pitches a quality start tonight, the scrutiny to reach a fever pitch this week - especially considering the Canucks play in the Madhouse on Wednesday night.
The Wild have fallen hard this season, something that was completely unsurprising to anyone who pays attention to advanced stats. Just to make any numbers resistant Wild fans who happen to read this post angry, let's explain what happened to the Wild's season with a handy graph courtesy Behindthenet.ca:
Here's what the above graphs mean. In the graph on the left, the green line is the percentage of goals scored by the Wild in the games they play, and the blue line is the percentage of shots the Wild managed to control in those games. When they were in first in the Western Conference, around the thirtieth game of the season, they had scored 55% of all goals in the games they'd played, despite controlling fewer than forty-five percent of totals shots in those games. That gave them a sky-high PDO (the graph on the right) and a winning record that was a total mirage. As the percentages have come back to the Earth (and then some, because the Wild suck) Minnesota's perpetually boring team hasn't been able to buy a win, and have paid for their complete inability to control games.
In conclusion, regression is a cruel mistress!
Numbers Game
This table includes what we believe to be the best "predictive" team metrics in hockey. Beyond the self-explanatory stats like record, powerplay percentage and goal differential, the table includes: 5-on-5 Goals For and Against Rate, which measures a team's even-strength goal differential on a per game basis. Today the table is somewhat modified because timeontheice's "mplayershots" scripts have been glitchy over the past week, so we've dropped shot% and shot% tied from the table. However, Fenwick% close is a great indicator of possession, and shows us which team is better at controlling play. We'll also include Fenwick% in a tied game state, which, has been proven to be the gold standard for measuring "real" team quality. We'll also include PDO to qualify a team's record - and try to isolate whether or not a particular opponent (or the Canucks) are actually as good as their record indicates, or whether or not they've just been lucky (or unlucky).
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|Last 10
|Goal Differential
|5-on-5 Goals F/A
|Shots %
|Fenwick %
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Game Notes
The twins are reunited with Alex Burrows, Gragnani will get a chance playing in Ehrhoff's old role in Edler's right side. Bieksa and Hamhuis are reunited, Malhotra draws back into the lineup, Mason Raymond is banished to the press-box and Cory Schneider gets the start for Vancouver.
Josh Harding will be in net for the Wild, while their best player and captain Mikko Koivu remains on the shelf.
The Three Keys
- Match the Wild's compete level. This is all that matters for the Canucks tonight. The Wild are a bad possession team, they don't score much, and their goaltending is okay, but not superb. Josh Harding is a quality NHL netminder, but consider both the Canucks' firepower, and the Wild's lack of quality blueliners - he should be beatable. So the only thing that the Canucks really need to do to win tonight, is show up and match the Wild's intensity. The Wild are losing constantly, they're losing constantly at home, and will want to win just for the sake of celebrating anything again. The team and their fans consider the Canucks to be their main rival (stop laughing, they really do), and I'd wager they'll want this game so as to give their fan-base something, however meagre, to celebrate
- Play responsibly. The Canucks didn't have a great defensive game on Saturday, but they at least stopped giving up a constant flow of two-on-ones against. That said, they had other problems, namely a newfound inability to win a defensive zone faceoff. WIth Malhotra back into the lineup tonight, that problem should be fixed. Minnesota is one of the most offensively challenged squads in the league, and it would be nice to see the Canucks manage to shut their pop-gun offense down completely.
- Dominate with the top-line. The Wild have a solid two-way centreman in Kyle Brodziak. He's the sort of player (think Bergeron and Bolland) who can give the Sedin's fits, or would be that sort of player, if he had a stellar top defensive pairing to team-up with. In Minnesota, Brodziak has to do it on his own, and the Wild simply don't possess the personnel to shut down the twins. They had their first really strong game in months on Saturday, and reunited with Alex Burrows tonight, it would be nice to see them dominate like it was 2011.
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Looks interesting, but I'd have preferred seeing Edler/Tanev and Grags/Rome. I don't trust Gragnani on the right side - and Rome can play there on the bottom pairing.
March 19 2012, 01:43PM
I like Gragnani and Edler. Give them 10 offensive zone starts a game with the Sedins and see what happens.
Vancouver Canucks are not as good as last year, their defense is weaker. Kesler is not 100%. They recently have been losing games that 1 month ago they were winning by a goal. They are a good team that does not have the ability to turn it on and off at will.
This year will prove how hard it is to go to the Cup.


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Robin Brownlee
March 07 2012 01:49PM
Edmonton Oilers coach Tom Renney has a long resume that still includes a notation as holder of the all-time best winning percentage in the CHL, a .714 clip he compiled with the Kamloops Blazers on the way to two WHL titles and a Memorial Cup. Renney is smart. He's driven. He's honest.
All that said, and his credentials duly noted, I'm wondering about Renney's feel for the game and the personnel he's in charge of in his dressing room right now as the Oilers approach the final 16 games of a season that will see them finish as a lottery team for the third straight year.
Does Renney, 57, have a firm grasp of what it's going to take to move along the rebuild he and team management have been selling fans since he showed up in town as an assistant coach as part of the ill-conceived experiment that saw GM Steve Tambellini bring in Pat Quinn? Does Renney's philosophy fit the situation he's in?
Here and now, does Renney have a handle on how to develop his young players – Taylor Hall, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Jordan Eberle, to name just three -- in that dressing room, players who'll be the cornerstones of building the Oilers into contenders again?
Does what Renney perceive as best for the organization mesh with what's best for those players and vice-versa? Is Renney's approach, especially where it pertains to the use of personnel, in sync with Tambellini and Kevin Lowe, president of hockey operations? Are they on the same page?
I have questions . . .
-- The latest question I have about the deployment of personnel regards the use of Linus Omark against San Jose Tuesday, and I'm certainly not alone in that. What, pray tell, is the point of inserting Omark into the line-up if you're not going to use him in a situation where he can succeed?
I cannot, even stretching the limits of reason, conclude that sticking Omark with Eric Belanger and Lennart Petrell constitutes a reasonable chance to succeed. Even if Omark isn't in the plans, if he's been written off, why would the Oilers not give the kid a sniff in the top six and showcase him for the balance of the season? What's the downside?
-- With officials pocketing their whistles and power plays at a premium, why isn't Nugent-Hopkins hopping over the boards as the first option each and every single time the Oilers go on the man advantage? Bob Stauffer on 630 CHED was having a go at this on Oilers Now today, and it's a question a lot of people are asking.
I get it that Renney has been mindful, and should be, of sheltering Nugent-Hopkins, Hall and Eberle from unfavorable match-ups, and I've commented on it before, but I don't see that applying to power play situations now. Turn the kids loose, and find time for Omark in the PP mix, down the stretch.
-- I still haven't been able to get a handle on why Magnus Paajarvi was left to wither on the vine earlier this season. Jason Gregor and I have batted this around countless times on his show at TEAM 1260, as have many others, including perplexed readers here.
While the speedy winger didn't accomplish nearly enough offensively to force the issue before a long overdue assignment to Oklahoma City to knock off the rust, I remain puzzled. Likewise, why did Theo Peckham sit so long until getting back in Tuesday?
-- Does Renney hold veterans like Ryan Smyth and Shawn Horcoff as accountable for mistakes and bad decisions as he does young players like Hall, Nugent-Hopkins and Eberle? It seems to me, if anything, the veterans should be more accountable. It looks to me, if ice time is the currency we go by, they have been far less accountable.
What's Renney's end-game? What's the plan?
Listen to Robin Brownlee Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the Jason Gregor Show on TEAM 1260.
I believe management is floundering, their ideas about the game, which are old school and dodgy at best, are not panning out and it is unnerving them. They acquire players and the team gets worse against their better judgement. They don't know why and blame players, heart, the coach.
They don't seem to have a firm grasp on where they are going (other than "rebuilding"), a fixed timeline on when to do things, or a clear mandate on the ice, like how should they develop the players they already have.
Renney likely buys into a lot of the mythologies Lowe and Steve-O do because they hired him.
I haven't been on the get rid of them all bus until the Gilbert trade. Now I am afraid of what they might do to the team, and am convinced that Lowe, Steve-O and Renney need to be replaced, and a management team built that is current with what is going on in hockey now, and can formulate a clear plan on what is going to happen and when.
If I were Katz I wouldn't settle for less. We'll see if his business acumen carries over to sports/entertainment industry. He doesn't have long IMO to figure this out or his team might be seriously damaged by bad deals and coaching.
March 09 2012, 11:11AM
I don't think it's an all or nothing situation either. Renney didn't get dumb overnight, he is a good NHL coach - see Rangers, NY. I remember MacT making some strange decisions too, but that guy took a team to the SCF. He wasn't all dumb either, it turned out.
The only reason to get a new coach is to give the players a jolt, not because Renney has somehow become inept.
Ditto for management. Lowe got us to the SCF, and not by fluke. He isn't as dumb as he's made out to be arount "the intranet".
Don't Panic.
I don't think it's an all or nothing situation either. Renney didn't get dumb overnight, he is a good NHL coach - see Rangers, NY. I remember MacT making some strange decisions too, but that guy took a team to the SCF. He wasn't all dumb either, it turned out.
The only reason to get a new coach is to give the players a jolt, not because Renney has somehow become inept.
Ditto for management. Lowe got us to the SCF, and not by fluke. He isn't as dumb as he's made out to be arount "the intranet".
Don't Panic.
if i remember correctly we just snuck into the play-offs and roloson was unbeatable,untill he got hurt,but that is a long time ago.


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JT Walker's Restaurant & Sports Bar
Come enjoy lunch or dinner on our main level. There are a variety of food options ranging from soups and salads to sandwiches on our lunch menu. Our dinner menu has everything from nachos and chicken wings to pastas, seafood and steak. Click on the menus header to see our entire lunch and dinner options. JT Walker's prides itself on its complex and ever-changing beer list that features more than 75 bottled beers and 18 beers on tap. JT's has over 100 liquors to choose from and more than 25 wines.The restaurant features a fireplace to cozy up to and free Wi-Fi throughout the building.
Stationed right here in Champaign-Urbana, El Toro serves authentic Mexican cuisine in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.
Experience true Chinese cuisine at Ming Garden located just off of Mattis Avenue and nearby Champaign Centennial High School.
Great pizza, family fun atmosphere, and hometown proud! Try the small franchise pizza that started out in Tolono, IL and has grown to across the rest of East and West Central Illinois region. A must have for tourists when visiting Champaign County!
Although this shop is located in downtown Champaign, it does not sit directly on the strip that gets the bulk of foot traffic, and thus it might be easily overlooked. Don't be afraid to go for a walk on the beautiful streets of downtown Champaign, and sooner or later you'll find this fine little establishment producing all sorts of tea beverages a tea lover would love to get their hands on!
TRUE Mexican Cuisine.
The Seaboat is a landmark restaurant in Champaign-Urbana, IL where Midwest hospitality meets great food in a casual environment. Famous for serving Tasty Fish and Chicken Delights, all of The Seaboat's entrees are cooked to order using the finest ingredients.
Minneci's serves authentic Italian food made using recipes from the early 1900s. The enchanting, fairy-lit ambiance is sure to impress any date.
Start your day off right with a stack of HOT pancakes, or whatever breakfast combo you'd like. Located on Mattis Avenue just across the street and few blocks from Dodds Softball & Soccer Complex and near Parkland College.
Asian Cuisine & Coffee House located in Campustown this fun spot has the best Bubble Tea around! Stop in for a bite or lounge in the dining area as you get work done — it's very student friendly!
Mexican Bar & Grill located just off of Interstate 74 just across the highway bridge of Prospect Avenue shopping.
Campus location serving up some great tasting Asian cuisine. Stop in and try some authentic Chinese cuisine at No.1 Wok in campustown!
Casual spot for classic Mexican cooking & margaritas in a colorful, rustic setting with a patio.
La Bamba restaurants bring you a genuine Mexican eating experience—with large portions, lots of flavor, and all the food prepared in front of you to your liking.
Silver Mine Subs® offers the freshest and finest hot and cold submarine sandwiches, wraps, salads, sides, soups, and chili this side of the mine. There is no grillin' or fryin'. We bake fresh bread on the premise and make sub sandwiches to-order, fast! We are proud to offer a healthy alternative to fast food. Fresh sub sandwiches can be made-to-order, or choose from over 20 sandwich options, soups and chili. We also offer box lunches, kid friendly meals, and catering services to all our miners!
Home of Gourmet Chinese & Thai
Enjoy the true taste of Chinese food with this terrific gourmet & Thai restaurant located nearby on the University of Illinois campus.
This South American style restaurant is downtown Champaign's hidden gem. Enjoy Spanish cuisine in this eclectic environment — you may even forget you're in Central Illinois!
Urbana's Silvercreek Restaurant is a perfect locale for casual fine-dining. Experience a vast array of tasteful delicacies such as fresh fish and juicy steaks, along with enticing vegetarian-friendly dishes. They also use fresh, local ingredients, and all of their artisan breads are baked in-house from scratch every day.
If you enjoy Mediterranean cuisine then you'll truly enjoy this grab-n-go fast food type producing one of the best Gyros in town if not one of the best in the Midwest! You'll have to sink your teeth into one if you enjoy trying new food!
Always known as an excellent chef, Nitaya brings the best Thai food to Urbana-Champaign town. This restaurant will not only give you the Thai food experience, but also the feeling of the restaurant that resembles Thailand.
The Etc.Coffeeshop is a very different kind of coffeehouse. They offer fair trade, donation-based, brewed coffee & teas. Etc. is a place where students go to study and hangout. All proceeds support Wesley Evening Food Pantry.
Bevier Cafe offers an outstanding selection of food, beverages, and services. Whether you're planning a breakfast meeting, working luncheon, or afternoon reception, you'll find our selections versatile and accommodating to your budget.
Welcome to Siam Terrace, a restaurant that serves you authentic Thai food. We provide fresh, healthy food, and friendly service. Our chefs DO NOT USE MSG in any of the dishes and use only the freshest ingredients and pure vegetable oil.
A little bit of Italy & a whole lot more located in the heart of student life on Green Street in Champaign!
Flat Top Grill is a neighborhood create-your-own stir-fry restaurant featuring fresh vegetables, a variety of proteins, and homemade sauces.
Bakery, Pastry, and Sandwich (Hot or Cold) place for all. Either for small talk with a friend or friends OR a hook-up for laptop users either for business or pleasure with Wi-Fi available.
Rainbow Garden Restaurant has been serving the residents of Champaign, Urbana, Savoy and the surrounding area since 1999. Rainbow Garden offers the finest selection of authentic Chinese cuisine, specializing in the most popular styles; Mandarin, Cantonese, and Szechuan.
Smalltown coffee house for those on the go, or you can sit down inside to catch up with friends or family. Business and Pleasure settings.
We serve ice cold beer and offer daily drink specials, as well as $5 lunch specials Monday - Friday. The Stop Bar & Grill are biker friendly, but everyone is welcome and the only requirement is to have fun!
Need some true Mexican cuisine while traveling down Interstate 74? Stop by Mahomet at Los Zarapes, and enjoy great tasting Mexican cuisine with a complimentary side of chips & salsa.
Great pizza, family fun atmosphere, and hometown proud! Try the small franchise pizza that started out in Tolono, IL and has grown to across the rest of East and West Central Illinois region. A must have for tourists when visiting Champaign County!
Li'L Porgy's Bar-B-Q specializes in genuine hickory-smoked barbeque. Choose from a wide selection of menu items, including ribs, chicken and sandwiches. Top off your order with their unique barbecue sauce, a secret recipe made fresh in their kitchens.
Wake-up to one of the ORIGINAL pancake houses located in the Midwest. Specifically opened just for serving breakfast (closes at 2 p.m.) try all types of pancakes they offer at the original pancake house! The Original Pancake House is a second and third generation family business, which takes great pride in maintaining the high standards that make our food so outstanding.
Legends, located in the heart of campus town, is the cornerstone of Illini pride. Established in 1998 and conceptualized in the spirit of the great Orange and Blue, they pay homage to the legends of yesteryear who walked the hallowed halls of the University of Illinois. Among the faces that adorn their walls are Dick Butkus, Harold "Red" Grange, John "Red" Kerr, Dike Eddleman, Jim Grabowski, Ray Nitscke, and Lou Boudreau – just to name a few. Proudly displayed, as well, is Red Grange's football jersey, Dike Eddleman's varsity letterman's sweater, and an unparalleled life-size replica of Chief Illinwek – a definite must see. And, the food is good too!
Espresso Royale has always been known for its friendly staff, unmatched drink quality and a service style that is casual and welcoming. That friendliness comes from a heartfelt philosophy. Not a corporate slogan, but a people driven philosophy. These days, customers are a part of designing cafes, products and new directions. Be part of the experience.
Dedicated to offering the most memorable dining experience for you, we pick ingredients carefully and use only the freshest and nature ones to prepare every dish. A cozy and inviting ambiance allows you to enjoy not only a great meal but also the authentic atmosphere.
Tang Dynasty offers authentic Chinese cuisine to the Champaign and Urbana communities. Conveniently located in the Lincoln Square Mall, our elegant yet casual atmosphere is perfect for a business lunch, a family party, a romantic date, or a gathering of close friends. And our traditional Mandarin and Cantonese-style food is prepared by our szechwan-trained chef.
Events at Refinery's 7000+ square foot ballroom is the perfect setting for any reception style. Our ballroom has hardwood floors, floor to ceiling windows, and a stunning bar. Our reception packages include everything from centerpieces to champagne, and our professional event coordinators are ready to make your reception dreams a reality.
Try your hand at some of the best Korean cuisine served up within the campus limits of the University of Illinois!
Serving the University of Illinois community for over 20 years, Cravings offers a wide array of dishes that come from all parts of Asia, including China, Malaysia, Thailand and India.
Kamakura is a restaurant which features fine Japanese cuisine, sushi and teppanyaki accompanied with excellent service. We are pleased to welcome you as our honored guest.
Stop on in and have breakfast, lunch, dinner 24/7 at this newly refreshed look of an old time diner.
Thara Thai Pan-Asian Restaurant
Loved by locals and students alike, Thara Thai serves the community a variety of Pan-Asian dishes that aren't available anywhere else in town. The meals are prepared fresh and cooked with care by the family that owns the restaurant.
Discover the healthy and delicious flavors of our exotic cuisines. We offer a wide variety of dishes and drinks to rejoice every palate — sizzling meats, fresh seafood and tastful vegetarian preparations — in a beautiful soothing decor, ideal for romantic dinners, friends and family occasions or business gatherings. In addition to our distinguished sushi bar and restaurant menu, we are pleased to offer TEPPANYAKI, an entertaining, spectacular and savory Japanese dining experience.
Stop by after work for Happy Hour with colleagues or other friends, or party late into the evening with friends either for a special occasion, perhaps its just the weekend, or just need a place to kick back and relax while having a few beverages. Food establishment too.
Delicious savory soft meats, crispy tantalizing appetizers, steamy mouthwatering vegetables, hot beds of rice, fine wines, boutique beers and whiskeys are the classic comforts of Peking Garden--a 200 seat restaurant offering delicious Mandarin/Szechuan Cuisine every day and every holiday in the heart of downtown Champaign IL.
How fortunate we are to live in the Midwest where some of the best things in life are grown. The flatlands and prairies are dotted with farms and fields, families bringing up children, farmers growing corn and soybeans, and raising the finest cattle on the earth. This is where our story begins. At Old Time Meat & Deli Shoppe we use corn fed Midwest Cattle. Hand selected to insure they meet strict standards for our quality including maturity, muscle firmness, color and texture. Then it is aged for additional tenderness, but with no loss of flavor. It is cut fresh in our store, several times daily, 6 days a week. Just like those fond memories from long ago we promise you the service and quality that those memories are made of.
Le Peep is a clever and original culinary concept with a menu that reads like a cookbook. You'll find line after line of intriguing selections all made on the spot with the freshest ingredients... snow white eggs, select vegetables, quality meats, crepes, and Le Peep's Peasant Potatoes, to name a few.
This downtown sports bar serves as both a restaurant and hot spot for nightlife. Chow down on their top-notch burgers, sip refreshing brews, and enjoy the sound of classic rock on the speakers. Did we mention they have an event space too? Perfect setting for an after-hours get together or even a wedding reception!
Great pizza, family fun atmosphere, and hometown proud! Try the small franchise pizza that started out in Tolono, IL and has grown to across the rest of East and West Central Illinois region. A must have for tourists when visiting Champaign County!
The Brown Bag boasts a large selection of homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, pies and cookies. All pies are homemade at "Pies by Inge". Informal atmosphere and no reservations required. Gourmet food shop and card/gift shop all under one roof.
Welcome to Hickory River Smokehouse, where Texas barbecue is our passion! Our quality beef brisket, chicken, turkey, and pork are treated with a dry rub - a flavorful way to keep the meat's natural juices from escaping. After hours over a hickory-wood fire in our on-site smokehouse, the meat is harmonized with a generous side or drizzle of our spicy, tangy Texas-style BBQ sauce! Complete this barbecue phenomenon with one (or more) of our mouth-watering side dishes. You can't get taste like this anywhere else in the Midwest!
Small town dining at it's finest with breakfast, lunch, and dinner served all day. One of very few Hen House Restaurants remaining in the United States, so stop by this convenient location off of I-74 in Mahomet to say you've been to a Hen House.
Traditional korean dishes with undilluted authentic flavours! Simply put, the focus is good food, not trendy garnish, so enjoy!
Specialized in casseroles, quiches, soups, salads and desserts all made from scratch on premises. Setting: a 1901 Sears-Roebuck ordered catalogue house.
When you're hungry for a something new, try this new pizza and Mexican restaurant located on the Urbana side of campustown.
Pia's is Chambana's Number 1 Sports Bar! Known for airing every University of Illinois game, both home and away, Pia's is the perfect spot to ensure that you never miss a beat. Grab a refreshing brew and hang with your fellow Illini Fans as you chow down on their delicious nachos.
Choose your classic Chinese cuisine and keep returning to the buffet line while visiting this fine Chinese cuisine establishment.
This modern restaurant and bar lounge is one of the swankiest spots in downtown Champaign. Enjoy American Cuisine with an Asian flare as you sip cocktails in the vibrant atmosphere. The executive chef brings a range of experiences, from the Four Seasons Hotel and upscale Korean and French restaurants, that contributed to their exotic menu.
Sweet Indulgence Bakery is the perfect spot to satisfy that sweet tooth! Treat yourself to their decadent cakes and savory chocolates.
Biaggi's combines a friendly & exceptionally knowledgeable staff with affordable, freshly prepared Italian cuisine to create an authentic Italian dining experience.
Come see what Crane Alley has to offer. The best sandwiches, entrees and fresh seafood specials in town, 16 beers on tap and over 100 import and domestic bottles, extensive wine list, 4 diamond professional pool tables and 80 seat beer garden.
At Bombay Indian Grill - We have added a fresh new twist to Indian Cuisine. Our cuisine honors the authentic recipes of India. Each dish has its own distinctive flavor and aroma which cannot come from Curry powder, but spices which have to be separately prepared fresh for each individual dish. The blending and preparation of spices is a centuries old craft and indispensable to indian cuisine. All of our food is prepared light, healthy, and nutritious. Come to our Bombay Indian Grill and try a new taste of India.
Small town restaurant featuring American & Mexican food.
Breakfast and lunch, coffees, ice cream and pastries.
Serving delicious breakfast's and great lunches from an impressive menu, dishes include homemade soups, salads, and fresh sandwiches.
Open for breakfast serving freshly made doughnuts, bagels, muffins. As well as producing other pastry items all day for those with a sweet tooth.
Located in the heart of Campustown, Empire Chinese brings the best-of-the-best to the table in terms of authentic Asian cuisine. Sip complimentary tea as you chow down on their beloved General Tso's chicken. One thing is for sure, you won't leave feeling hungry!
We offer select cuts of prime rib, steaks, veal and seafood. Since 1993 Binion's Steakhouses have tantalized tens of thousands of steak-loving casino enthusiasts. Everything is prepared by master chefs, plated with impeccable attention to detail and complemented with an extensive wine list. In Horseshoe Casino.
Delicious greek food that has been a staple Campus town eatery since 1973! Don't forget to try their gyros!
At Alexander's Steakhouse, each guest has the opportunity to select their own Steak from the locker and cook it their own special way over a live charcoal grill. Guests can select from twelve different Steak Cuts, such as Ribeye, T-Bone, Filet or our own "Santa Maria" Top Sirloin. All steaks are hand cut daily by our in-house butchers from aged USDA choice Midwestern Beef. Perfect place for groups!
The Courier Cafe is a charming family restaurant located in a former newspaper building that serves burgers, hand-dipped shakes, and all your breakfast favorites.
Classic Buffalo Wild Wings with a vibrant atmosphere. Catch the big game, chow down on your favorite wings, and hang out with your fellow Illini Fans!
Open seasonally throughout the year (Spring, Summer, and few Autumn days; nice cool days), this MUST STOP is the place everyone local or visiting must experience. Serving everything from custard to milk shakes, there's no question why Jarling's is a local favorite!
The Cookie Jar...in the heart of the University of Illinois campus! We carry a full line of unique handmade iced decorated cookies and gourmet cookies each one handmade one by one. We have all occasion and holiday designs for special dates such as Valentine's Day, Halloween, Birthday, Christmas, and more. Come on in to our webstore and take a look around. We know that you will find exactly what you are looking for! Our cookies are made with natural ingredients with no change in flavor, presentation or biological characteristics. Our company meets all government agencies standards required to produce and export edible products. We have been appointed with all the necessary permits to bake, operate and sell our products Quite Possible the World's Best Cookies!!
Intermezzo serves up freshly baked breakfast goods, light lunches and dinners, vegetarian and nonvegetarian fare, delectable treats, yogurt, fruit, juice, and Krannert Blends coffee. You can feel especially good about your purchases (and maybe a little less guilty about splurging on a cookie) because all of the proceeds are invested right back into the events you see on Krannert Center stages.
Coffee Shop.
Urbana Garden Family Restaurant
Stop off of Interstate 74 to grab breakfast at this prime location for travelers off the major roadway, around the corner from the Super 8 Motel in Urbana.
Daily specials, lunch buffet with good home-cooking and friendly service.
A place where everybody truly knows your name, patrons enjoy free peanuts (and throw their shells on the floor), stiff drinks, billiards, cold beer and hot food. Catch the game on one of seven TVs and outdoor seating. Large area with four pool tables, jukebox and more.
Steaks, some seafood, pasta, sandwiches and salads. Seating capacity 130, banquet capabilities, Sunday brunch, full bar.
Enjoy the "best steak and prime rib dinners in Central Illinois". Try their ribs, chops and seafood.
Amishland's Country Restaurant
Enjoy Atwood's meat services, award winning meats. Home cooked meals include drink and dessert. Open for breakfast and lunch.
Triyptch Brewing, an award-winning microbrewery in Savoy, is dedicated to the production of high quality craft beer. Triptych beers, rooted in old world brewing traditions, draw upon a variety of inspirations including local ingredients and cover a very wide gamut of tastes. At the tasting room in Savoy, Triptych offers up to 8 different beers in a lineup that changes with the seasons. Their Dirty Hippy English brown ale recently received a silver medal at the 2014 World Beer Cup.
Another TRUE Italian feeling of cuisine that you MUST try if just visiting Champaign. Located on campus and a popular place come Mother's Day, and open just for UI graduation commencement every May, you'll truly love this Italian food! Open year round (closed on Sunday's), but for those two special days every Spring!
Since 1974 Ye Olde Donut Shoppe has been serving Champaign-Urbana with the highest quality handmade donuts. Real fudge, real maple. Fresh, never frozen. Since the shop closed in 2013, Ye Olde Donut has opened a food truck - catch them at the Farmer's Market and other community festivals!
Coffees, scones, breakfasts, imported teas, homemade pastries.
Kofusion proudly serves natural meats, wild caught seafood and local produce. Our menu features both signature sushi and a unique blend of Contemporary American and Asian cuisine. We have an extensive beer and wine menu and offer a full array of sakes and house cocktails. In addition to fine dining table service, our stunning space houses a drink bar, sushi bar, private party room and seasonal outdoor seating. Kofusion delivers a truly unique experience in the heart of downtown Champaign.
Family, old-style restaurant with down-home country cooking.
Customers' satisfaction is our first priority. We always serve good authentic Chinese food in fair price.
Started in 1988 with the goal of serving the best Mexican food for people who care about quality. We brought our recipes from all over Mexico here to the heart of Champaign for all guests and visitors to enjoy.
Pulled Pork, Ribs, Chicken and Smoked Sausage. Udder Blasts, Ice Cream. Catering available.
Located on the University of Illinois campus for students needing that late pizza craving, Antonio's is for the mouthwatering pizza lover. Loaded with toppings on freshly made crust, a variety of scrumptious appetizers and hearty sandwiches, look no further than Antonio's!
Located in Campus Town, The Clybourne is a University of Illinois student favorite. During the day have lunch with friends and at night enjoy cocktails in a refined atmosphere.
Built upstairs in one of the historic buildings located on Green St., Brother's is THE place for students to hang out with friends and, or make new acquaintances. This bar is not just for students of the U of I, but for other college students in neighboring cities and counties next to Champaign County to come hang out for a night with students of the University of Illinois! Brothers' ultimate mission is to provide a comprehensive entertainment venue, with an emphasis on fun, safety, and cleanliness. We will provide great service to our customers through a well trained and caring staff that pledges to get it right. We will strive to lead, not follow, and be better than we were the day before.
Pizza and other American fare, this large facility includes billiards for the grown-ups and a full lower level game and activity area for the kids. OTB is available in the lower level.


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Skip to comments.Obama in 2006: "raising Americas debt limit is a sign of leadership failure."
Posted on 03/02/2011 3:35:51 PM PST by packback
Even in 2006, then Senator, Barack Obama voted against raising the debt ceiling stating, the fact that we are here today to debate raising Americas debt limit is a sign of leadership failure. It is a sign that the U.S. Government cant pay its own bills. It is a sign that we now depend on ongoing financial assistance from foreign countries to finance our Governments reckless fiscal policies.
(Excerpt) Read more at milwaukeestory.com ...
Can we put this on a huge banner hang & it on the White House porch?
everything has changed because Obama was betting on the Chicago Bears to win the Super Bowl. But the Packers won and now he needs some cash to pay off his bookey.
F him - he is not even an American.
We all know what's going on. He gets a pass on his monumental hyprocracy because he's the first affirmative action president.
Well done!!
Add the date, and we need to buy billboards around the country!!
Oops. Be happy to change it. What is the date and whatever you'd like changed.
"the Cambridge police acted stupidly."
What a leader....
Can't you post your entire article? I would like to read it if you will post it
Unfortunately the article doesn't give the date in 2006.
Maybe a Freeper that knows how to search the Cong Record can chime in.
Or the author could tell you where he got it?
Someone hurry and find the Kenyan saying it on U-Tube ....that alone would be the only AD the GOP would need to run against The Kenyan in 2012 !!
The Kenyan's statement would out live .....'I vote for the $87 billion before I voted against it, My name is John Kerry and I am reporting for duty? ...etc etc
Further proof he's a lying scumbag charlatan son of a bitch. People like that usually wind up going off the rails, being habitually disconnected with reality.
Sen. 0bama, Congressional Record, S.2237-8, 3/16/06
Conservative Republicans and the Tea Party need to put billboards of this all over the country.
Force the Dems to backtrack publickly.
NO! Leave the date off....----Let the Democrats explain it.
"So? You already knew I was an empty suit, or more accurately a Sock Puppet with George Soros' cold, greedy hand up my ass."
Yeah it wasn't just an offhand comment to the press or something, it was a line delivered on the floor of the US Senate. This is going to be the main narrative used at some point during the 2012 election.
I like the idea of leaving the date off, anyway we are not talking about ancient history here, it was only 5 years ago.
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Come and enjoy the WARM SPRING weather we are having in Sparta, Wisconsin "The Bicycling Capital of America". This week we will enjoy the first day of Spring on Tuesday March 20. But like many of you know Spring weather has been here for a few weeks. We are all asking, is this going to last? I sure love it and I am sure you all do too!
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GREEN RIVER-Bonnie Faye Vetere, age 75, passed away Saturday, August 17, 2013, in her home surrounded by family and friends. Our loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister returned home to her Father in Heaven after battling numerous medical conditions for the past 24 months.
She was born on Jan. 26, 1938 in Price, Utah, the daughter of William Levon Bigelow and Sylvia Lavern Hunt. Bonnie married her sweetheart John Vetere Jr. on May 25th 1956. They just celebrated 57 years of marriage prior to John's passing on June 15, 2013.
Bonnie lived life to the fullest. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister and grandmother who loved everyone. The most important thing in her life was spending time with her family and friends. She was a friend to many and a role model for all to emulate.
Bonnie is survived by four daughters and one son, Carrie Vetere (Rex), Candice Vetere Brien (Butch), John Cory Vetere, Carmen Vetere, Crystal Vetere Halphin (Dave); sisters, Barbara Swanson of St. George, Utah, Billie Mae Olney of Sandy, Utah, Betty Harward of Bountiful, Utah; 13 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
Funeral service, Saturday, August 24, 2013, 11:00 a.m., at John Vetere's Ranch, (615 N. Hastings Road) in Green River, Utah. Family will receive friends Friday evening from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Mitchell Funeral Home (233 East Main Street ) in Price and at the ranch Saturday one hour prior to services. Interment, Elgin Cemetery, Green River, Utah. Arrangements entrusted to Mitchell Funeral Home of Price where friends are always welcome daily and may share memories of Bonnie online at www.mitchellfuneralhome.net. The times we were able to spend with Bonnie will always be cherished. An amazing woman who will truly be missed by so many!


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By PHIL FAUVERGuest Writer
Orangeville has been busy. They recently finished their Veterans Memorial monument and gazebo at the city cemetery. They are busily preparing for the Orangeville Days celebration which begins July 19. At their July council meeting they handled the business of the city, the meeting started with an opening prayer by Courtney Cox and pledge of allegiance to the flag by Carole Larsen followed by the approval of minutes from previous meetings, and the approval of bills and warrants.
Orangeville City Fire Chief Tracy Addley reported on a recent fire in the Joe's Valley Area caused by a propane gas leak. Addley said, he was short on people to help with this structure fire and there is a need for trained volunteer fire department personnel available during the daylight hours. He said the fire department needs more young people ranging in ages 18-50. He even has some ladies on the fire department. He has asked a number of people, but they do not want to volunteer. Addley indicated that the Fire Department may not be volunteer much longer, meaning that cities may have to have paid fire fighters some time in the future.
The volunteers are required to take training in several areas of expertise at an expense to the volunteer. Training for certificates in such areas as Wild Land Fires costs $100; Hazardous Material costs $100; Fire Fighter one-$150; Fire Fighter two-$200, Fire Fighter 3 and 4 costs $250 each. Addley requested that the city reimburse those volunteer fire fighters that obtain these certificates as each course takes several hours of training and in some cases two days. Wild Land Fire Training is required each year and is a four hour refresher. The above training certificates have to be renewed each year. Addley said, "To be fair to those who have already paid for the training the reimbursement should be retroactive."
Members of the City Council felt that the fire fighters should be compensated for this training. According to Addley the State of Utah is soon going to make it mandatory that all fire fighters be trained as Fire Fighter one. The higher levels of training requires an increase in cost and more time in classes. The city fire department has 15-16 volunteer fire fighters and not all of them will want to take the training. Wild Land Fire training is set up for now and after all the hunts there will be Fire Fighter one training.
Mayor Jones asked how many fire fighters do we have that are trained as Fire Fighter one. Addley said none, he also said he used to be, but he let it go. Three are trained on Hazmat and one trained on Wild Land Fires. The training is necessary for liability protection for the city and the fire chief. Keeping up with all the MFDA standards is getting to be a problem for the department, however we are within the current guidelines.
Mayor Jones said, "These expenses are not in the budget." The Mayor said the city could pay the fire fighters that have recently trained. The council approved the payment. These training expenses will be added to the budget for next year.
Addley reported the fire department will have a barbecue on Aug. 9 at 6:30 p.m.for the fire fighters and city council. The city wrote off four water bills, two for misreading the water meter and half for two with water leaks. Mayor Jones announced that Orangeville Cemetery caretaker Jack Davis is retiring and has tendered his two weeks notice. Jack's last day will be July 24. The job has been posted.
A cemetery ordinance was discussed requiring a cement mulch strip around any newly installed headstones. This will make mowing the cemetery easier. This ordinance was tabled.
Cindy Nielson reported a law passed in 2008 in which the government requires the city to use E-Verify for all new employees, contractors and new business licenses. "We have no choice," she said. We have to register and start using it.
The State Department of Natural Resources has 50/50 grants available for recreation purposes.
Such as the acquisition of real property for outdoor recreation, sports, playing fields, picnic facilities, camping and swimming facilities.
July 20 the Orangeville Skate Park will open with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 7 p.m. The skate park equipment should arrive July 18 for assembly.
Courtney Cox reported the city is sponsoring a beautify your yard contest and a service project in the Orangeville City Welcome Park. The clean up of the Bell Service Station needs to be completed.
Jeffery Tuttle reported the city needs to pay Arrow Head Construction for the skate park concrete, etc., $52,391.30.
Mark Tuttle said, The Orangeville Utah War Veterans Memorial with gazebo in the Orangeville Cemetery is complete and really looks nice. A few additional names will need to be added. These missing Veterans names were only recently discovered. If you have lived in or are living in Orangeville and are a veteran your name should be on this memorial. The wars listed on this memorial include: Mexican War 1846-1848, Mormon Battalion, Walker-Utah Indian War 1853, Civil War, Black Hawk War 1867-1872, World War I April 6, 1917-Nov 11, 1918, World War II Dec 7, 1941-Dec 31, 1946, after World War II, Korean War June 25, 1950-Jan 31, 1955, Post Korean War Period, Vietnam War Feb 28, 1961-May 7, 1975, post Vietnam War Period, Lebanon-Granada Aug 24, 1982-July 31, 1984, Panama Dec. 20, 1989-Jan 31, 1990, Gulf Wars, Aug 2, 1990, National Guard or Reserves not called to active duty. The council wants to thank Derek and Logan Tuttle for their Eagle project along with Danny Curtis Masonry and Bunderson Monument. They were instrumental in having the Veterans Monument erected in Orangeville Cemetery.
Mayor Jones said Councilman Mark Tuttle and his wife Dickcie researched the gazebo and found it up north. The city installed the gazebo. The planning for the July 24th city celebration is going well.
The Orangeville Days celebration starts July 19 with a family swim night 6-8 p.m. at the Emery County Aquatics Center, at 8 p.m. a barbecue cook off sponsored by the Orangeville Fire Department at Orangeville Park. Tuesday, July 20 there will be an ATV Poker Run, Wednesday, July 21 Trap Shooting. Thursday July 22 at 7 p.m. a bike race, wheeler derby, and home run hitting contest followed by a movie in the park at dusk. Friday, July 23 ay 5:30 p.m. a children's parade, a flag ceremony, a Humphrey Lamb Fry (and roast beef) Dinner and entertainment. Saturday July 24 a 5K Run, at 7 a.m., a breakfast in the park 7:30-9 a.m., followed by a parade at 10 a.m. with games after the parade.
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Local business leaves message to vandals
Pollocksville - A Jones County business located on Highway 17 is sending a unique message asking vandals to leave the place alone.
Michelle Williamson, Assistant Manager at Executive Auto Sales in Pollocksville Says the business has been the repeat target of vandals since late December.
She says two bricks have been thrown through the window, the handicapped ramp was destroyed while being installed, and another window had been shot at. All of the costly damage motivated her to take action with a spray can.
"Please leave us alone! We work hard!! Please" was spray painted onto a tall piece of plywood and placed in front of a broken window.
"The motivation was very simple," said Williamson." It's just what it says, leave us alone work hard we want we want to be here we want to try to establish a business and we just want it to be without anyone getting hurt."
According to Williamson, the dealership had only been open for a month when the attacks started happening. The owner of Executive Auto Sales, Vernon Roberts says he is in the process of refurbishing the building.
"The glass window there was $700, to have to do it again within 30 days and not to mention the bullet holes it's not something you want to be spending your startup capital on," said Williamson
Several reports have been filed with the Jones County Sheriff's office. Investigators tell Channel 12 they are looking into a few people of interest.


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Two Oregon projects have won awards for transforming outdated buildings into vibrant centers of excellence in two very different markets. Both projects showcase creative ways to sustainably transform older structures into reinvigorated contributors to the community.
The Oregon State Hospital Replacement project in Salem received a construction management excellence award from the Construction Management Association of America in the category of new construction with a value greater than $100 million. The project team included Oregon Health Authority, CH2M HILL, HOK, SRG and Hoffman Construction.
The Oregon State Hospital gained widespread recognition as the iconic location for the award-winning 1975 film "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" starring Jack Nicholson. In continuous operation since 1883, it's one of the oldest operating mental health facilities in the nation. It's a big complex – 620 beds and more than 850,027 square feet integrating historic buildings with new facilities and nearly 300,000 square feet of outdoor areas. Adding to this project's complexity was the need to keep the hospital operating during a rehab project of massive size and complexity.
The Oregon Nanoscience and Microtechnologies Institute (ONAMI) in Corvallis, Oregon won a 2012 Excellence in Technology Based Economic Development (TBED) award from the State Science & Technology Institute. The designer was IDC Architects, and the general contractor was Andersen Construction. ONAMI is a venture joining government and nanoscience R&D institutions to cultivate research and commercialization of nanotechnologies. This award was in the program's "Commercializing Research" category.
The ONAMI project saw an aging warehouse converted into Oregon's first signature research center using a modest budget and a lot of design ingenuity. ONAMI exemplifies the international trend in the science and technology community to leverage more research capability with less capital investment to generate higher returns on research investments in private and university research environments. Continue reading


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Emjoi Divine Rechargeable Hair Removal System
- Overview
- Features
- 36 Tweezer discs remove hair in time with less pain
- Patented hair guide channels flat and short hairs into removal discs
- Massaging finger function minimizes pain during epilation
- Contoured design helps keep the skin taut and minimizes pulling and discomfort
- Built in lifetime antimicrobial protection against damaging bacteria
- Gentle enough to remove facial hair on the upper lip and chin
- Ergonomically designed handle is easy to hold and maneuver
- Enjoy smooth skin for up to 6 weeks
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Emjoi Divine Rechargeable Hair Removal System features 36 tweezer discs with patented glide technology that ensure rapid, non-irritating hair removal from the root.
Model#: 17SE / SKU: 004461
The tops in hair removal, Emjoi epilators, shavers and accessories leave your skin flawlessly smooth. Emjoi makes hair removal easy with a wide variety of products for everyone from the hair removal novice to smooth skin experts. You'll dare to be bare.
Broke After A YearThe epilator was great in the beginning, but after some time started working worse, it started leaving black marks from the mechanism oil on my skin!!!! I've never seen that before! And it finally broke after only a year!!! I didn't even use it that much! I'd owned Epilady and Philipps epilators before, all of which lasted for at least 3 years or more. Don't buy it!Mar 3, 2013Olena Y. / New York City
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Not As Good As Other Emjoi ProductsThe only benefit to this product is the fact that it is rechargable. However, after a few months I am going to try a different one. The main problem with this product as opposed to the Emjoi products with cords is that it does not remove all the hair in one sitting. I've found that I have to go back over it every day.Apr 11, 2012Laura / Arkansas
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Not Effective On Coarse HairThis is my first epilator experience and I am disappointed with the results. Not sure if it's the epilator itself, or if it's just the consequence of having coarse, abundant, dark hair.
Rather than removing the hair from the root, it simply pulls at it and breaks it off. The result is that I experience all the pain of epilation, since my hair is being yanked, but without the smooth results. It breaks it short enough that it appears stubbly. It's too long for me to leave it, but too short for the epilator to grab if I go over the area a second time. Definitely a waste of $70 for me.Mar 11, 2012Disappointed
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Awesome!I have course armpit hair that is a nightmare to shave and too painful to wax myself so I bought this with very little hope as a last attempt at avoiding crazy salon fees and it really works!
I consistently bleed when I have my armpits waxed and it's very painful so I figured this would also be incredibly painful and gory but it wasn't at all! There's barely any skin irritation and absolutely no bleeding! It stings at most and even that goes away after the initial shock. It does take a few minutes of going over again to get all the hairs but it's totally worth it on such a small area.
I wasn't really patient enough to get all the hair on my legs but it did remove most of it! I'd suggest one with more discs for legs just to save time though.
I tried it for fun on my arm to see what it did to very fine hair and found that it broke them more than pulled them out. It's perfect for course hair though!Jan 22, 2012GinnyHAIR TYPEDark Brown / Thick or Coarse Hair
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No More Shaving
This product is wonderful! I read the other reviews before I bought this and figured I would give it a try. It really hurts no worse than plucking your eyebrows or waxing. I would definately reccomend doing it at night because it does make little red spots after using it and exfoliating your skin is a must also I follow with moisturizer afterwards. The best part, no more shaving!Dec 15, 2011Lori / PA
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It's DivineThis epilator has been a real lifesaver for me. For someone who absolutely hates shaving, I've been completely converted to epilating. It's actually not as painful as most people make it out to be, but it could just be that I have a high pain tolerance for hair removal.
This works really great on your legs, and it only takes me a minute or two to get smooth, clean legs. I hardly notice any pain, and this little guy picks up even the shortest of hairs. After epilating, my hair stays away for about a week or so. It then starts to grow back in little patches, so I just have to touch up here and there, and it is super easy and fast. Highly recommend this product for legs.
For armpits I didn't have as much luck. After running this product at several different angles and directions a couple times, I noticed that it didn't really pick up all my hairs. I'm not sure if it was because my hair was too short, or if the curved angle of the epilator was difficult for getting in that area. When my hair is a little longer, it works really well, but for me that's not really practical, as I don't want to wait for my hair to grow out.
I tried it just briefly on my upper lip, and I don't really feel like it worked all that well, but it may be just because I only tried for a second. And honestly, I was a little grossed out, sticking something I had in my armpits on my lip.
All in all, a fabulous product for legs, so-so for armpits, and ehh for upper lip.
I would highly recommend this though if you're looking for an alternative to shaving your legs. It's truly divine!Aug 5, 2011Belle
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Love This Product!I've been a dedicated leg and bikini waxer for years. Love the smooth feeling and slow regrowth - hate the mess and how long it takes. I decided to try an epilator and after reading the reviews, decided to purchase this one. It did take some time to get my method down - but once I did - all I can say is WOW!! 10 times easier than waxing - equally painful - but what do you expect when you're removing hair! Sooooo happy with my purchase :-)Jun 22, 2011Annie / Grand Forks
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Really Is GentleWanted an epilator for the bikini area. It is described as painless--not quite painless but an awesome epilator. Perfect size--worked very well. Love the extra attachments. Best one I have ever used.Nov 16, 2010Mary S. / USA
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Painless Epilator!If you have ever tried an epilator, you know that they can be a scary, painful experience. Many years ago, I tried my mom's epilady which was basically a torture device. Horrible!
Recently, I was curious about the newer versions of epilators and wondered if they had improved. I shave on a daily basis and am frustrated about how quickly the hair grows in. After some online research, I decided to take the plunge and buy the Emjoi Divine. This is soooo much better than I expected! I've just begun using this so I'm in the most painful stage, but the pain is quite minimal. I can use this while watching tv (although the noise is high) and I don't even notice any pain. I've even tried some of the bikini area and it's equivalent to a good wax job.
I'm excited to see how the hair growth might slow and thin out.
I highly recommend this device if you are looking for an alternative to shaving.Nov 6, 2010Annie / Cleveland, OHHAIR TYPEBlonde / Normal Hair
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Monroe County ranked first among fiscally distressed municipalities in New York whose fiscal year ends Dec. 31, a report released Tuesday by the state comptroller shows.
Monroe was among six government entities facing significant fiscal stress in 2012, with a high score of 82.1 percent, the report states. County officials did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
The town of Ramapo in Rockland County ranked second at 70.8 percent. The town of Genesee Falls in Wyoming County, the city of Niagara Falls and Franklin County each scored 67.5 percent.
The town of Colonie in Albany County, at 65.8 percent, rounded out the list of significantly distressed.
Six municipalities are on a list of moderately stressed municipalities, and 12 more are listed as susceptible to stress. None of those 18 are in the Rochester area.
All New York's towns and counties, along with 44 cities and 10 villages, have fiscal years ending Dec. 31.
The distressed communities share common characteristics such as low fund balance, a continued pattern of operating deficits and inadequate cash on hand to pay bills, Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli said.
"The challenges facing local governments have reached a critical point, and these fiscal stress scores should serve as a wake-up call," he said in a statement.
"Taxpayers, local officials and state policy-makers need an objective analysis to help them understand the economic and budgetary challenges facing our communities. My office's monitoring system was designed to do just that."
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Monroe County tops fiscally distressed list
Monroe County ranked first among fiscally distressed municipalities in New York whose fiscal year ends Dec. 31, a report released Tuesday by the state comptroller shows.
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The U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) today announced that 15 mine operators from around
the country have received letters putting them on notice that each has a potential pattern of violations of mandatory health or safety standards under Section 104(e) of the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977 (Mine Act).
"The 13 coal mines and two metal/nonmetal mines represent the fourth round of mine operators to receive these letters under MSHA's enhanced enforcement initiative," said Michael A. Davis, MSHA's deputy assistant secretary for operations. "Hopefully, these operators will use this opportunity to incorporate needed improvements into their safety and health programs."
Included in the list was Hidden Splendor Resources, Inc. which owns the Horizon Mine in Carbon County.
A mine operator that has a potential pattern of recurrent significant and substantial (S&S) violations at a mine receives written notification from MSHA. An S&S violation is one that could reasonably be expected to lead to a serious injury or illness. The operator has an opportunity to review and comment on the documents upon which the potential pattern of violations is based and to develop a corrective action plan to reduce S&S violations in order to reverse the potential pattern.
MSHA will closely monitor each affected mine's compliance record during the ensuing 90 days. If an operator significantly reduces its violation frequency rate, it can avoid being issued a Notice of a Pattern of Violations pursuant to Section 104(e) of the Mine Act. If the
improvement falls short of the criteria, MSHA will issue the notice. For each S&S violation subsequently found, MSHA will issue an order
withdrawing miners from the affected area until the cited condition has been corrected.
An operator can be removed from a pattern of violations when 1) an inspection of the entire mine is completed and no S&S violations are
found or 2) no withdrawal order is issued by MSHA in accordance with Section 104(e)(1) of the Mine Act within 90 days of the issuance of the pattern notice.
MSHA used data from the 24 months ending Dec. 31, 2008, to identify the mines with a potential pattern of violations.