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The season-average farm price for corn is projected 10 cents higher on both ends of the range to $3.30 to $3.90 per bushel.
U.S. ending stocks declined from the previous month for new crop corn and cotton, on higher projected ethanol use and a projected increase in exports, respectively, according to USDA's June 10 World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates.
Total U.S. corn use for 2010-11 was projected 110 million bushels higher than the previous month, reflecting a 100 million bushel increase in projected ethanol use. This lowered projected corn ending stocks for 2010-11 by 245 million bushels from the previous month, to 1.573 billion bushels.
The season-average farm price for corn is projected 10 cents higher on both ends of the range to $3.30 to $3.90 per bushel.
U.S. corn use for old crop was projected 135 million bushels higher than the previous year on a 150 million bushel increase in corn for ethanol. Feed and residual use was lowered 25 million bushels with increased availability of distillers' grains.
Old crop corn ending stocks were projected 135 million bushels lower. At 1.603 million bushels, ending stocks would be down 70 million from 2008-09. The projected 2009-10 farm price for corn was lowered 5 cents on both ends of the range to $3.45 to $3.65 per bushel.
Projected global new crop corn production was raised 700,000 tons. USDA also projected a 10-million-bushel increase in projected U.S. sorghum exports for old crop.
USDA is projecting a 200,000 bale decline from the previous month for new crop cotton ending stocks, to 2.8 million bales, equal to 17 percent of total use and the smallest stocks level since 1995-96. The reduction is due mostly to an increase in exports for 2009-10.The forecast range for the marketing-year average price received by producers remains at 60 to 74 cents per pound.
World cotton projections for 2010-11 include projected ending stocks of 49.6 million bales, or 41.5 percent of total use. If realized, this would be the smallest stocks-to-use ratio since 1994-95.
In rice, U.S. imports for 2010-11 were projected at 21 million hundredweight, down 1 million from last month. U.S. 2010-11 rice production projection was left unchanged at a record 244 million hundredweight. Projected 2010-11 rice exports were raised 2 million hundredweight — all in long-grain rice — to 109 million, based partly on larger expected exports to Western Hemisphere markets. Rough rice exports are projected at a record 45 million hundredweight. Ending stocks for 2010-11 are projected at 45.4 million hundredweight, down 6 million or 12 percent from a month ago, but up 17 million or 60 percent from 2009-10. The 2010-11 long-grain U.S. season-average farm price was projected at $9.75 to $10.75 per hundredweight, down 25 cents per hundredweight on each end of the range. The combined medium- and short-grain price is projected at $14.50 to $15.50 per hundredweight, unchanged from a month ago. Prices for both classes of rice are projected to be well below 2009-10 levels, mainly due to large domestic and global supplies and lower Asian prices.
Global production is projected at a record 459.4 million tons, down 300,000 tons, while global consumption is projected at a record 452.8 million tons, down 600,000 tons. Global ending stocks for 2010-11 are projected at 96.3 million tons, down 400,000 tons, but up 6.6 million from 2009-10.
U.S. soybean ending stocks for 2009-10 were projected at 185 million bushels, down 5 million from last month while stocks for 2010-11 were reduced 5 million bushels to 360 million bushels.
The U.S. season-average soybean price for 2010-11 is projected at $8 to $9.50 per bushel. Brazil's 2009-10 estimated soybean production was increased 1 million tons to a record 69 million reflecting increased harvested area and record yields.
U.S. wheat ending stocks for 2010-11 are projected 6 million bushels lower, but remain up year-to-year and the highest since 1987-88. The season-average farm price for all wheat is projected at $4 to $4.80 per bushel, down from $4.10 to $5.10 per bushel last month.
Global wheat supplies for 2010-11 were projected 4.1 million tons lower in June reflecting reductions for EU-27, the United States and Brazil. Global production for 2010-11 was lowered 3.7 million tons. Global ending stocks are projected 4.2 million tons lower at 193.9 million tons.
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Joe Zee, the creative director of Elle, is one of New York's busiest fashion insiders. With little time to waste, Joe has shared his go-to shopping destinations for fashion, design and of course coffee. Check them out below, and see more of Joe Zee as the host of All On The Line, premiering Nov. 25 on the Sundance Channel.
449 W. 14th St. (at 10th Ave.)
A one-stop shop for men's and women's fashion, Jeffrey's has made Joe's list of most iconic shopping destinations in New York. That's no surprise, given its amiable atmosphere and its vast array of designs from big-name labels and up-and-coming designers alike.
White Furniture Industries
150 W. 26th St. (between 6th and 7th Aves.)
Looking to upgrade your apartment or office with modern furniture? Check out this huge collection of lamps, clocks and chairs. Joe's favorite pieces, which he bought for both his home in New York and his house in the Hamptons, are a credenza and matching armoire—perfect for hiding all those clothes you've left on the floor before your guests arrive.
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Joe the Art of Coffee
405 W. 23rd St. (at 9th Ave.)
Don't waste your time trying to find a good cup of coffee elsewhere. This coffee house, known for its meticulous attention to concocting a perfect cup, features a brew bar where every cup of drip coffee is individually brewed.

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Malt aka Brown Bag Detroit is a self taught artist, living and working in the Detroit area. In recent years Malt's work has focused on what he calls "The Acid Forest." Blending graffiti techniques and his signature acrylic style, "The Acid Forest" is Malt's abstract spin on traditional landscapes and the characters that inhabit the psychedelic backdrop. The juxtaposition of trees, human life, death, growth, strength and weakness is what keeps things fresh and constantly changing in Malt's work. Back for his second RUN, MALT has again brought us a variety of colorways and editions, each individually hand-painted and screened by Malt himself. Read on for the 1xRUN Thru Interview with Malt where he discusses past influences and more.
1xRUN Thru Interview
Splitting Atoms by Malt
1xRUN: What materials was this RUN printed on or drawn with?
Malt: Once the original drawing was inked and the screen was burnt I squeegeed white ink on the white paper to have a faint outline of the image to use as my guideline. From there it was just adding acrylic and spray paint where I thought was necessary. Then run the screen over one more time with black, add a few more tweaks and done.
1xRun: Is the original still for sale?
Malt: Yes it is available here on 1xRUN.
1xRun: When was the piece drawn/created?
Malt: April 2012
1xRun: Tell us how the idea and execution came about?
Malt: It started as a rough idea for a new painting I wanted to do. At the same time talking with 1xrun about doing a new print. After going through a bunch of different sketches i thought this image would work best as a print.
1xRun: How long did the piece take?
Malt: 4 days from the initial idea to sketching to the finished product.
1xRun: What is unique about this piece?
Malt: The majority of these prints are all hand painted, all except the final screen.
1xRun: Why should people buy this piece/print?
Malt: Why not?
1xRun: Describe the piece/print in one gut reaction word.
Malt: Beamin'
1xRun: When did you first start making art?
Malt: Early on like most kids, but didn't taking it seriously until the early/mid 90's.
1xRun: What artists inspired you early on?
Malt: Andy Howell, Jim Phillips, Pushead. Growing up skateboarding those dude's board graphics we pretty much my art school.
1xRun: What artists inspire you now?
Malt: Mostly friends I paint with, anybody that's really pushing themselves.
1xRun: Do you listen to music while you work? If so what? If not then what is your environment like when you work?
Malt: Most definitely, as for what it depends on the mood I'm in. A few are Bonobo, Led Zepplin, Seaweed, Dj Shadow (minus the tunes with dudes rapping over his beats) Superdrag & Surfer Blood.
1xRun: If you could collaborate with any living artist who would it be and why?
Malt: How Nosm…I really dig the work they are doing these days and I think I could learn a lot in the process.
1xRun: If you could collaborate with any deceased artists who would it be and why?
Malt: That's a tough question.
1xRun: What was the first piece of art that you bought? Do you still have it?
Malt: It was a trade but not sure the exact piece. Pretty sure I still have it.
1xRun: What was the last piece of art that you bought?
Malt: I actually haven't bought any pieces yet, all the art I own were trades, but I do have my eye on a few Bob Ross originals on Ebay.
1xRun: What else do you have in the works?
Malt: At the end of May i'm heading to El Paso, Texas to paint a mural during the Neon Desert Festival. A few weeks after that, it's off to Tennessee with Tead to paint a couple big walls for Ford during Bonnaroo. Along with that I've got a couple art shows and hopefully will be painting a few murals here in Detroit. It's gonna be a busy summer.
1xRun: Where can people find you on the internette?
Malt: Website – Facebook Artist Page


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新华社北京2月18日电 国家主席习近平18日下午应约同英国首相约翰逊通大河商务网。
Beijing, Feb. 18 (xinhua) -- Chinese President xi jinping held a telephone conversation with British prime minister Boris Johnson on the afternoon of June 18.
Xi thanked queen Elizabeth ii and Johnson for their condolences on China"s response to the outbreak. Xi pointed out that the UK has provided material support for the fight against the epidemic, which reflects the friendship between China and the UK and the two peoples.
Xi stressed that since the outbreak of the epidemic, China has always given top priority to the safety of people"s lives and health, given full play to its institutional advantages, and adopted the most comprehensive, rigorous and thorough prevention and control measures throughout the country. Thanks to hard work, positive changes have taken place in the epidemic prevention and control situation, and the prevention and control measures are making significant achievements. Currently, the prevention and control of the epidemic has reached a critical stage. We will work hard to reduce the impact of the outbreak while resolutely preventing and controlling the disease. We have the confidence and ability to achieve this year"s economic and social development goals, especially the key tasks of making a decisive decision to finish building a moderately prosperous society in all respects and fighting poverty alleviation.
Xi pointed out that China upholds the concept of a community of Shared future for mankind and is responsible for the lives and health of its own people as well as global public health. We have made great efforts to prevent the spread of the disease on a global scale. China will continue to cooperate with the UK and other countries in an open and transparent manner.
Xi stressed that China and the UK, both permanent members of the UN security council, should shoulder more responsibilities and make more achievements together to usher in a new decade of china-uk comprehensive strategic partnership in the face of increasing global challenges. Both sides should keep to the general direction of bilateral relations from a strategic and political perspective, stick to the orientation of win-win cooperation and accommodate each other"s core interests and major concerns on the basis of mutual respect. The two sides need to strengthen high-level interactions, align our economies" complementarity and carry out more substantive cooperation. China is ready to work with the UK to uphold multilateralism and free trade and enhance communication on major international and regional issues.
On behalf of the British government and people, Johnson expressed condolences to the Chinese people over the outbreak of the new coronary pneumonia, and highly appreciated China"s comprehensive and forceful measures to prevent and control the epidemic, timely sharing of information with the international community and efforts to prevent the spread of the epidemic in the world. Johnson said that the British side admires China"s speed and efficiency in the fight against the epidemic and is willing to continue to provide support and assistance to China. It is believed that under the leadership of President xi jinping, the Chinese people will be able to win the battle against the epidemic and minimize the impact of the epidemic on China"s economic and social development.
Johnson said that he loves China and would like to lead the new British government to work with China to strengthen exchanges at all levels, deepen cooperation in all areas and make new achievements in the "golden era" of uk-china relations. The UK welcomes Chinese enterprises to invest in the UK and is ready to strengthen cooperation with China under the framework of joint construction of the "One Belt And One Road". Britain and China are both influential powers with similar positions on many international issues. Both sides advocate multilateralism, support free trade and uphold the multilateral trading system. The UK is ready to strengthen coordination on hosting the United Nations framework convention on climate change this year and China"s hosting of the convention on biological diversity to jointly promote international cooperation on climate change.


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When you think of "Nintendo", you think of plumbers. You think of princesses. You think of fluffy clouds and lush green grass. You do not think of 13 year-olds waiting to pop caps in you.
Here's how Nintendo honcho Satoru Iwata explained it to The Independent: "...we also have titles like Mario Kart that are heavily reliant on online and support online multiplayer. But you shouldn't be expecting Call of Duty-like games to be offered from Nintendo."
Continuing, Iwata added that Nintendo was more than happy to have developers who make those types of games put them on Nintendo's game consoles.
But as we move into the next generation, it sounds like the Wii U will not be able to take straight ports—that the games will have be tweaked from the versions appearing on rival platforms. That makes sense.
Again, here's Iwata: "I think that the Wii U will be powerful enough to run very high spec games but the architecture is obviously different than other consoles so there is a need to do some tuning if you really want to max out the performance."
"We're not going to deliver a system that has so much horsepower that no matter what you put on there it will run beautifully," he continued, "and also, because we're selling the system with the GamePad—which adds extra cost to the package—we don't want to inflate the cost of each unit by putting in excessive CPU power."
In short: No Nintendo CoD clones (sorry Miyamoto (above)!); the Wii U is different from other machines; the Wii U won't be able to run everything, because that—coupled with the Wii U tablet controller—would make the console very expensive. Okay, got it! Thanks!
Satoru Iwata: 'I was convinced the Wii wouldn't be Nintendo's last console. It was so unique' [The Independent]


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Section V Football Players of the Week (Four)
Here are the Week 4 Ontario-Honda Section V Football offensive and defensive players of the week, which are selected based on the input of coaches.
The Democrat and Chronicle staff has no input on the player of the week or year awards:
Class AA: Jake Zembiec (Aquinas): Sophomore quarterback completed 18 of 31 passes for 300 yards and ran for three touchdowns, as Aquinas improved to 4-0.
Class A: Signory Kapend (Greece Athena): Junior running back broke out for 225 yards with two touchdowns on 28 carries. Athena defeated Churchville-Chili.
Class B: Jakuar Ali (Waterloo): Ran for 212 yards on 29 carries with three touchdowns, as Waterloo defeated Palmyra-Macedon 25-20.
Class C: Marique Simkin (University Prep): Completed 8 of 11 passes for 215 yards with two touchdowns, plus ran for 102 yards on nine carriers with two touchdowns.
Class DD: Tyler Kirton (Bishop Kearney): Senior quarterback threw six touchdown passes, as he completed 30 of 34 attempts during a 48-46 win over Caledonia-Mumford.
Class D: Jake VanNorman (York): Split end made eight catches for a school-record 235 yards and two touchdowns against Cuba-Rushford.
Class AA: Charlie Rist (Aquinas). The Little Irish linebacker picked up his third player of the week award this season after he made 11 tackles during a win over Buffalo Saint Joseph's.
Class A: David Cardillo (Victor). Junior linebacker had seven solo tackles, as Victor won it's third game in a row, 38-8 over East Irondequoit Eastridge.
Class B: Justin Patterson (Newark). Newark was a big winner over Midlakes, as the sophomore linebacker was in on 17 tackles for the 4-0 Reds.
Class C: Wyatt DeCann (Marcus Whitman): Senior linebacker made 11 solo tackles, and made two for losses overall, during a 21-14 win over Mynderse Academy.
Class DD: Carl Holmes (Cuba-Rushford): Holmes returned all three passes that he intercepted for touchdowns to help Cuba-Rushford defeat York,m 52-30.
Class D: Justin Brace (Dundee): The Scotsmen lost to University Prep, but Brace, a defensive end, made 18 tackles - seven were solo.


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Very cool. And the sweater as well.
i love that people are so happy to have their photos taken for a blog
I saw a male stylist in a very similar 'cardigan' @ Paris Fashion Week. It had a matching chunky navy 'snood' which also gave a very slim and luxe look. x
He looks great. Simply but luxury chic!
I definitely agree...not to mention the comfort of less bulk.
Great jacket!
I'm normally not such a big fan of cardies, but this is more like a knitted blazer. Very chic. Love the dark blue, too.
I would be delighted to own a feminine version of this jacket!
"A slim cut sleeve drops 10 pounds off any guy in a suit."
Ain't that the truth.
Same for a woman btw. (Jil Sander's jackets...perfection)
Woah, I need his jacket for the hot days!
Love it! I would even wear it. xo
OH! That jacket is so exciting! knit fabric! so unexpected! I'd love to see someone in a head-to-toe knit suit. I've never actually seen knit trousers before, though....
This guy has so much style-so comfortable with it.
I've only been in Florence for six months, but one of the first things I noticed is how much more creative and amazing their knitwear is! I bought way too many sweaters...
where can i get such a jacket?! lol
i love it !!!
amazing !!!
This would be perfect for a day of rehearsals in the theater. Warm, comfy, and totally chic.
Lovely shot. Just for the record, though, the jacket's crocheted, not knitted. It looks as if it IS entirely handmade -- the original work of a doting mother with a mean crochet hook?
I have a similair one, same colour, love it!! (@Zara I'm a girl)
The best thing about this men are his hands, perfection! Soooo important, says a lot about a person ;-)
Great jacket. I have a similar knitted jacket which is double breasted with gold buttons. I love it!
I wish I could have this one, I'm a sucker for navy + double breasted. Also if in cotton I think they're great way to keep a tailored look in the summer heat. You can just throw them in the machine.
Ohhho, when I was young I had one almost the same, didn´t know it was a guy jacket:)
Is this really knit? Looks like crochet from what I can see.
I think I'd like this better if his shirt was different underneath. It's a bit too casual for me.
what a great point! never noticed that before.
Beautiful texture!
I am currently expecting my third child and struggling to look smart as my belly grows. It would be great if you could feature a few expectant mothers so I can get some ideas? Please? :-)
Great fit and texture.
i know this man ...he is my father's friend ...a very stilish man from Bologna ...
Such an ease about him .... Just love it.
True about the 10 pounds.
Love the image, and that guy looks great.
love that scarf thing hanging, out of place, but awesome...
Can anybody recommend where I can buy one of these?
This sweater would look good on me cuz I got big shoulders.
I think you guys are missing the most interesting thing about this post:
Scott put a caption with the photo!!!
Slim sleeves is defiantly an effective diet, exactly the reason why this guys shouldn't be having such slim sleeves, he looks waaay too skinny, other than that though, it is certainly a nice outfit.
it's a sweater and it looks far too small for him. and slim cuts only make slim people look slim. they make large men look like they're stuffed into a burrito wrapper. don't generalize based on what works on skinny folk.
More polished than a pull-over and more relaxed than a wool blazer. So yes, more is more. This man's in great shape. I like.
i never thought of that. but i only think about girl stuff anyway, that is why i love to look at your photos - i learn something every time.
and it is a fantastic jacket. very unique.
One can only wish to grow up with such simple elegance, subtlety and class. The check scarf adds a touch of quirk.
You have to be really thin to pull this off... he looks fantastic and the fit is amazing, I completely agree with the sleeves I recently had all my suits modified for slimmer sleeves once Scott pointed it out "they're made so they fit everybody with fat wrists". This wide cuff thing is going too far. BTW look at the shoulders that jacket is really well made, the shape is a wonder to look at.
yes, lovely jacket. i want it!
i wud say a unisexual jacket. another style statement.
But, what do you do when your elbows make little pockets on your arms that make the sleeves look frumpy?
Haha, so hilariously cool.
Uhhmmm...KNITWEAR. I love it each day more.It's a mix of luxury and simplicity,comfort and -some times- discret elegance.It takes me to the pictures of the times between the two world wars(self-made and poverty but also Chanel and Sciaparelli).It was yesterday - my childhood - when my mother made me so many sweaters.
I agree with Misantropic Pulp opinion's.
love this outfit
To quote a former respondent:
Very Mia Farrow.
No, no, no.
double breasted and slimming? never thought I'd agree!
He looks incredible......so much in fashion is best suited to the very young, but style is timeless.
Gorgeous jacket! I have an old black Ralph Lauren sweater blazer and I wear it constantly. I like everything he is wearing - his jeans, t-shirt, and plaid scarf are all beautiful. It's a fantastic casual but elegant look.
What a fantastic look!
- www.21Arrondissement.com
you know i love stuff like this but never wear it because by the end of the day it's 3 inches longer and the sleeves are stretched out beyond my knuckles
fresh on him though, good look
Great fit. I like anything that shows some shape.
The best part is the tartan scarf poking out at the bottom. Almost like an 18th-century army officer's sash.
I know this guy, he's the owner of a male boutique in Bologna. This jacket though is nothing compared to the one Cipriani proposed in his spring/summer collection this season....
Top notch.
The side pockets kicks up the waist nicely too.
I have to concur that this lovely jacket isNOT knitted, it is indeed crochetted. I'm not being picky here... there is a big difference between the two crafts (retailers constantly get it wrong).
I totally agree this is a very flattering style. The thin sleeve makes the armhole very high which visually lengthens the waist making the guy look taller and slimmer. This is why the British cut of tailored jacket is so flattering, because the armhole is cut high.
Nice jacket, I like this style. Thanks to share...
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- 1/2 pound honey
- Olive oil, for deep frying
- Confectioners' sugar
- Ground Cinnamon
- 1 pound dried chestnuts
- 6 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons dark cocoa
- 2 tablespoons almond flavored liqueur
- 1 tablespoons dark rum
- 1/4 cup chopped blanched almonds
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon allspice
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 medium sized oranges, zested
- 4 cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons lard or shortening
- 6 large eggs
- To make the filling: Soak the chestnuts overnight. The next morning, drain, and remove as much of the black skin as possible. In a medium saucepan, in water to cover, boil the chestnuts until soft, drain, and pat dry.
- In a food processor grind the chestnuts to a fine meal-like texture.
- In a large bowl, blend the chestnuts with the honey, cocoa, liqueur, rum, almonds, cinnamon, allspice, vanilla extract, sugar, and orange zest with wooden spoon until mixture resembles ravioli filling. Taste and season to your liking. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or up to 2 weeks.
- To make the dough: In food processor, pulse together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and lard until it resembles a coarse meal. Add the eggs one at a time, pulsing after each addition. Turn the dough out onto a floured board. Knead until blended and smooth.
- Divide the dough into pieces and roll it out until it is very thin, just like a pasta dough for ravioli. (A pasta machine works great for this.) Use a 3 inch fluted cutter to cut circles from the dough. Fill the center of each circle with a heaping demitasse spoon of the filling. Use a small pastry brush to brush water around edges, then fold the dough over the filling, and press to seal. (If desired, press the edges with a fork for a better seal). Repeat with all the dough and filling.
- In heavy-bottomed pot, heat a couple of inches of oil until it registers 350 degrees F on a deep-frying thermometer. Fry the pastries, in batches, until a light golden color. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- In a large saucepan, heat 1/2 pound honey and cooks until melted and thin. Add the cookies to honey, toss, and turn out onto a rack over a sheet pan. Sprinkle the tops of the warm pastries with confectioners' sugar and cinnamon.
- Store in an airtight container in a cool place up to 2 weeks.
Recipe Details
- Source: Emeril Live EM1E67e
- Dish Type: Dessert
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Funky Bird (a.k.a. Southwestern Turkey Breast)
Frozen Chestnut Souffles With Brandied Berry Sauce
Chocolate And Chestnut Semifreddo
Parmesan Cheese And Chestnut Honey


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Beware, taxpayers of Ayer, beware. Taxes on our homes will be going up to a point that many seniors and residents will have no choice but to sell their homes. What a shame for those people that will not have a choice; higher property taxes will be the reason for most.
For our children's sake, I am glad that they have a new school. However, it will bring our property taxes up more than $200 for the year and many years to come. That, however, is only the beginning; much more money will be needed for school projects that were not covered under what we voted on.
Residents and seniors also need to be aware of the selectman's meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 4, at town hall at 7 p.m. The selectmen and assessors will meet to discuss our tax rate for the coming year. We all know the three selectmen that want to change our split tax rate, (the three that always vote together). Last year the tax rate for seniors and residents went up 8 percent.
Last year most businesses were sent special reminders from town hall to attend the selectmen-assessors tax meeting. The residents got no special reminder from town hall, only businesses. All seniors and residents need to attend this meeting and voice their opinion because sometimes enough is enough. Speak up and be heard, or it will never end.
Ayer does not have a revenue problem, but it sure does have a spending problem. I believe it's time all the selectmen start looking out for the residents and not their special interests. Merry Christmas.


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- Brian DettmerArtist Brian Dettmer challenges media that has been cast aside. Old books, cassette tapes, records and maps are the artist's medium. With the exactitude of a neurosurgeon, he uses clamps, tweezers and Exacto knives to turn these unused and outdated objects into beautiful and intricate sculptures. Click through our slideshow to see some of our favorites!1
- Brian DettmerMost of Dettmer's focus is on books, favoring out of date encyclopedias, medical journals, illustration books and dictionaries. He begins carving away arbitrarily at the pages, letting the images reveal themselves as he moves through his process. He seals the edges of the books to ensure precision, which also transforms the splayed edges to look like a smooth and sanded piece of wood.2
- Brian DettmerCarefully extracting bits and pieces, he creates a narrative within the books' contents, revealing selected sentences and images. The spines are bent and contorted to juxtapose different sections of the books together. No sections are removed or added, Dettmer simply works with the existing structure of each book.3
- Brian DettmerThe pages and spines are also manipulated to create new sculptural forms. Dettmer also folds, bends, rolls and stacks multiple books to create a variety of forms.4
- Brian DettmerThe resulting beautiful sculptures completely reinterpret the original intention of each book. Dettmer seeks to give these forgotten objects new function and meaning. The ideas the books once put forth are reduced to symbols, with Dettmer acting as the new author, offering a new set of ideas and relationships within the covers of each volume.5
- Brian DettmerDettmer's messages range from narrative to political, with spiral sculptures of butterflies from a lepidoptery journal, or a scene of layered illustrated animals from a children's book. The latter is the subject of a piece called "M.I.A.", where the artist carefully removed all of the text from a map of the Middle East, his comment on the ignorance of our current political situation.6
- Brian DettmerDettmer exhibits his sculptures in galleries and museums throughout North America and Europe, breathing new life into media that our fast-paced society has outgrown.7


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Tale of 2 mergers: Hurt by Southwest, Sarasota likes AA-US Air
The Justice Department's suit that would block the American-US Airways merger remains the talk of the airline industry. But in one Florida community, the focus remains on the fallout of the previous big merger between Southwest and AirTran that passed without any antitrust objections from Justice.
The Sarasota Herald-Tribune reports that it was one year ago this week that Southwest pulled its new subsidiary AirTran out of the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (airport code SRQ).
SRQ was far from alone: Southwest dropped a total of 15 AirTran cities from the carriers' combined route map. But the Sarasota airport was among the hardest hit. AirTran flew 365,000 passengers a year at the airport, with the Herald-Tribune saying the pull-out of the low-cost carrier took about $1 million of revenue out of the airport's $21 million annual budget.
The airport has helped mitigate the loss of AirTran by landing new service on JetBlue. And it has benefited from increased service on existing carriers. Despite that, however, the Herald-Tribune writes passenger traffic still "is down 13.4% so far this year, a loss of more than 100,000 fare-paying travelers."
AirTran flew nonstop from SRQ to six cities: Atlanta, Baltimore/Washington (BWI), Boston, Chicago Midway, Indianapolis and Milwaukee. SRQ has not been able to replace nonstop service to Indianapolis and Milwaukee. It also no longer has nonstop flights to BWI and Chicago Midway, though it does have flights to the respective nearby airports of Washington National and Chicago O'Hare.
"While we hated to lose AirTran, and it certainly was a blow to the airport, we were able to make lemonade out of lemons," SRQ chief Fredrick "Rick" Piccolo says to the newspaper, noting the new flights on JetBlue and others. "While we would rather have not gone through it, I think in the big picture we've fared pretty well."
Despite how the Southwest-AirTran merger turned out, Piccolo tells the Herald-Tribune he actually thinks a American-US Airways merger would work to SRQ's advantage. Piccolo thinks the tie-up might spur the "new" American to add a connection to its Dallas/Fort Worth hub, which would give SRQ a westward link it has long sought.
"We think that could be positive for us here," Piccolo says of the AA-US Airways merger. "(B)ut of course, we thought that when Southwest bought AirTran," he adds.
Even if the merger didn't immediately produce a DFW link, Piccolo tells the Herald-Tribune he thinks it combination would benefit SRQ.
"It will create a bigger system, so even if we get no new service, people will have more choices from a bigger network," he predicts.
Stay tuned ...


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The purpose of this article is to examine God's criteria, as spelled out in the Quran, so that a believer may separate between God's authorized messengers and messengers sent by other than God.
God's Greatest Gift
God's greatest gift is freedom (2:256, 33:72) – freedom to choose or reject His religion based on our free will. An important component of freedom is logic, which is defined as the science of correct reasoning. Reason is defined as the ability to think, form judgments and draw conclusions. By far, the most logical book that exists is the Quran. Based on the commandment in verse 17:36, not to accept anything unless verified, the religion of Submission is the most logical religion.
As worshippers of God alone, we know that Satan is our most ardent enemy (2:168, 7:17). Satan's primary targets are those who have submitted to God alone and who uphold the Quran as the only source for religious law (6:114). Satan is interested primarily and above all on those who still uphold the purified message (2:151, 3:81, 3:164, 5:19, 98:2), brought forth by His messenger of the covenant, which is based on the Quran alone.
God's System
God's system never changes. God's system dictates that, we, should be provided both God's as well as Satan's messages all the time. In conferences, in Quranic studies and other gatherings Satan is allowed to impart his message. The believers always reject Satan's messages (6:112). We have belief in God and we have belief that Satan exists. Belief in God dictates that we believe God and reject Satan's messages. God's messages are within the confines of the Quran, while Satan's messages are outside the confines of the Quran.
Messenger and Prophet
[3:81] GOD took a covenant from the prophets, saying, "I will
give you the scripture and wisdom. Afterwards, a
messenger will come to confirm all existing scriptures.
You shall believe in him and support him." He said, "Do
you agree with this, and pledge to fulfill this
covenant?" They said, "We agree." He said, "You have thus
borne witness, and I bear witness along with you."
God willed that the difference between a messenger and a prophet remain unknown till the advent of the His messenger of the covenant as prophesied in 3:81. We now know that prophet Muhammad was the last prophet, but not the last messenger.
Together with sending His messenger of the Covenant, God willed that a floodgate be opened for Satan to send his messengers. Ever since Dr. Rashad Khalifa announced his messengership in 1988, an average of more than one person per year has claimed messengership appealing to the submitters to accept his/her messengership. These "messengers" speak the language of the messengers and use the buzzwords – God alone and Quran alone – similar to a hypocrite who speaks the language of a believer. A prudent and careful examination of these messenger-claimants will make it obvious that they do not meet some very basic Quranic criteria, which set apart God's messengers from Satan's messengers.
In the 1988 conference one such person declared herself a messenger. In the 1989 conference Dr. Rashad Khalifa, who personally used to introduce every participant in the conference, introduced a participant as "Satan's messenger" as this person claimed to be a messenger. Between 1990 to 1995, there have been two or three claimants. In 1996 there were five such claimants. There was one claimant in 1997 and an another one in 1998. The average of one or more "messenger" per year continues to this day.
Quranic Criteria for God's Messengers
God in his immense mercy has spelled out the criteria in the Quran, so that the believers may recognize His messengers as well as reject false messengers who fail to meet the simple criteria. As believers we know that a person is either a messenger from God or he/she is not a messenger from God. In the latter case such claimants qualify as messengers of Satan.
[6:34] Messengers before you have been rejected, and they
steadfastly persevered in the face of rejection. They
were persecuted until our victory came to them. Such is
GOD's system that will never change. The history of My
messengers thus sets the precedents for you.
The history of God's messengers thus sets precedence for any future messenger/s.
God's messenger will advocate worship of God alone and will abolish all forms of idolatry (7:59-92).
God's messenger never asks for wages for himself.
Logic dictates that a messenger of God will uphold the Quran alone for religious law (6:114) and not sanction religious regulations, which are not authorized in the Quran.
All the messenger claimants since Dr. Rashad Khalifa announced his messengership in 1988 claim to be within the confines of the above three criteria, but stand exposed as false messengers when it comes to the following additional criteria as spelled out in God's words in the Quran.
God's messenger is given divine, clear, incontrovertible proof of his messengership. All of God's
messengers were supported with proof by God's leave (7:101).
Moses staff turned into a serpent by God's leave. Jesus healed the leprous and revived the dead by God's leave. Saaleh's proof was the camel. Abraham walked out of a fire by God's leave.
God informs us that Muhammad's miracle was the Quran (29:50-51). God spells out the proof reserved for His messenger of the covenant as The Proof (38:1).
I – Separation of The Proof and the Quran
In the following verses, God separates the Quran and The Proof.
[36:69] What we taught him (the messenger) was not poetry, nor is
he (a poet). This is but a formidable proof, and a
profound Quran.
[38:1] S. (Saad), and the Quran that contains the proof.
[41:41] Those who have rejected the Quran's proof when it came
to them, have also rejected an Honorable book.
II – We know that The Proof was given to Dr. Rashad Khalifa as his proof of authenticity as God's messenger. By God's leave he presented The Proof based on number nineteen (74:30) to the world. God calls this proof as "one of the great miracles" in verses 74:35.
III – Proofs compared to The Proof.
The Quran mentions several proofs. However, clear distinction is made between the Quran and its Proof (38:1); proofs provided to previous messengers (7:101) and God's proofs/signs all around us (2:164, 10:6).
IV – The Proof has been delivered.
The proof (38:1, 74:30-35) has been delivered. God chose to deliver it to us through His
messenger of the covenant. God has blessed quite a few individuals and continues to bless individuals with components of this Proof or components of the mathematical structure of the Quran based on the number 19.
Those who claim to be messengers and provide "proofs" based on number 19 reflect their blindness and lack of understanding of the Quran by not knowing that The proof has already been delivered. Those who claim to have mathematical patterns other than number nineteen (74:30); the obvious question to them is "Where is the reference to your proof in the Quran?"
Logic dictates that since the Quran is God's final scripture and His final words to humanity there should be reference to any future messenger. His proof of authenticity should also be referenced in the Quran. Indeed it was the case with God's messenger of the covenant. Indeed the history God's messengers set precedents for us.
The Proof provided to the messenger of the covenant is clear, easily understood and can be explained to any person by any sincere person with easy Quranic references. The Quran repeats in various verses clear proofs given to messengers (7:101).
The Quran clearly spelled out the mission of the messenger after the prophets (3:81). The messenger will confirm existing scriptures. Additional duties and mission are spelled out in verses 5:19, 9:33, Sura 98, etc. Logic, common sense and the precedent established by God (6:34) dictates that any future messenger will have his duties clearly spelled out in the Quran.
God's messenger of the covenant, Rashad Khalifa fulfilled the Quran prophecy in 3:81 – after all the prophets a messenger will come for a specific mission. Other concurrent prophecies, such as in verses 54:1-5 have also been fulfilled. Reason and logic dictate that any future messenger will be able to point from the Quran specific fulfillment of a Quranic prophecy.
[14:4] We did not send any messenger except (to preach) in the
tongue of his people, in order to clarify things for
them. GOD then sends astray whomever He wills, and guides
whomever He wills. He is the Almighty, the Most Wise.
Dr. Rashad Khalifa, God's messenger of the covenant, announced his messengership in his newsletter "Muslim Perspective" in the May 1988 issue. The entire issue was devoted to the announcement under the title, "God insists." The issue that contained the announcement provided the opportunity for any sincere believer to examine and verify per God's commandment in verse 17:36, the claim of messengership. Almost all the criteria listed above were covered in that announcement.
The message of the messenger after the prophets (3:81), the proof produced by God's leave and the references in the Quran are overwhelming. God's signs are always overwhelming and never subtle. Together with the simple and powerful message of worshiping God alone, Rashad Khalifa corrected all religious practices of the religion of Submission based on the Quran. The purified Quran, without the two false verses was presented to humanity for the first time. The reference to the messenger pervades the Quran (3:81, 5:19, 36:3, 81:19, 44:13, 98:1-3). The reference to the proof are all over the Quran (38:1, 36:69, 74:30-35, 27:82, 98:1-8,10:1, etc.)
"Open Challenge to the Disbelievers: Give me One Good Reason" was the challenge by Dr. Rashad Khalifa in "Muslim Perspective" in the February 1989 issue. No mullah, religious leader, scholar or anyone could come up with one reason based on the Quran as to why Rashad Khalifa was not a messenger of God. Not one.
We have come a long way when "messengers" after Rashad Khalifa, who claim to be messengers of God, cannot even come up with one reason based on the Quran as to why they are messengers of God other than using the buzz words mentioned above! Not one.


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Trail rides, single-track rides, leisurely tour rides…even elephant rides…the Chiang Rai MTB Enduro is the ride of your life.
Not to be confused with Chiang Mai, Thailand's second largest city, the mountainous area of Chiang Rai lends itself to low humidity and cold nights; a place where fields stretch silently between peaks and a refreshing contrast to the sandy southern beaches.
Although many of Europe's middle-aged and senior tourists visit the area, there are few Japanese. It's quite unfortunate, since amazing trails for hiking and mountain biking lie just outside the city, making the area from Chiang Rai toward Laos and Myanmar a virtual "hiking heaven" for those lucky enough to be in the know.
The Chiang Rai MTB Enduro promotes itself as the "ride through heaven." The event mixes the best of touring and racing and, although it features some hardcore pedal pushers busting through the time trials, the alternating touring stages allow everyone time to chat with fellow riders.
Fun on the Open Road
This two-day event begins with riders gathering on the start line for the opening ceremony and a short free ride to the start of stage one. This touring stage is when the conversations are in full swing and, although the occasional speed demon will blast forward, tour leaders keep the pace under control.
After an hour's ride, you arrive at the starting point for Special Stage (SS) 1. There are two SS race sections per day for a total of four over the two-day race. When you mix in the free riding between sections, you have the perfect combination of touring and racing for which Chiang Rai is known.
SS1 is 27 kilometers with patches of paved road and several mountains to cross – certainly not an easy push. Classes are divided into age brackets. Some of the more earnest riders race for the lead, while others hang back and travel at their own pace. The SS sections are designed to allow everyone to have a good time.
Crossing jeep paths and paved roads, you move into the single track. Up to this point, the pedaling is fast and furious, but from here good technique and the ability to maintain balance on the climbs and descents will make or break a rider. The road, used daily by villagers, including curious children and encouraging locals, is far from a groomed bike course, and there are places where a dismount is required.
Suddenly the field of view opens as the course runs directly through a small village where riders take care not to traipse through backyards, while villagers eagerly cheer on their two-wheeled guests. It's certainly an experience few "typical tourists" are able to enjoy, and these small paths really give riders a sense of the community through which they are passing.
One particularly illustrative episode occurred when I thanked a child for a friendly push up a steep climb by giving him one of my energy bars. I wasn't prepared for the ensuing crowd that gathered.
The faster riders buzz through SS1 in 90 minutes, with those bringing up the rear cutting the tape at just under three hours. A campground catered lunch featuring local Thai favorites is provided, with spices toned down to accommodate our palates. The food alone makes the trip. Riders with full stomachs either catch an afternoon nap or chat with each other, preparing for the afternoon ride.
The first day's SS2 runs a mere 10 km. (nine km. on the second day) and is more akin to a typical speed race than the morning jaunts. Although riders tend to roll quickly through this section in 20-30 minutes, the frenetic pace takes its toll.
Biking on Elephants?!?
As the afternoon sprint ends, riders head back to the comfort of the hotel. The next section is not in the saddle of their trusty mountain bike but rather perched atop pachyderms to make a river crossing. While elephant rides are not uncommon in Thailand, boarding one of these beasts with a mountain bike is perhaps a sight seen only at the Chiang Rai Enduro.
Riding high in the saddle of an elephant while holding on to your bike is somewhat tricky, and the shifting of the elephant as it strides forward requires holding tight to your bike. I was concerned that my bike's spokes and pedals would hurt the animal, but the herder in charge repositioned my bike and reassured me they don't feel a thing. Elephants certainly don't sweat the small stuff.
A glance back at the parading pachyderms with mountain bikes and riders mounted atop, is such a strange and glorious scene, it can make you want to cheer. Whoa! But don't lose hold of that bike!
The Night Stages
When dusk arrives, instead of going straight to bed, most riders head out to the night market, a collection of outdoor shops selling food, spirits and souvenirs. It's quiet during the day, so to really get your fill of Chiang Rai, a nighttime stop is definitely in order. Everyone tends to pig out, drink up, shop around and enjoy a good Thai massage, all in the spirit of enjoying the event in both body and soul.
Day Two once again featured two SS and two free riding sections. The overall times on the four SS stages determine placement on the podium. Top riders in each category enjoy a friendly rivalry to decide who dons the leader jersey, and the race ends with an awards ceremony and lively after-party known as "SS5."
Once again riders gorge on all the great food and drink. The cheap prices make decisions easy for buying whatever looks interesting or smells good and gathering quite a collection at the table. Insects are for sale and appear to be quite the delectable morsel in the dimly lit market.
The Chiang Rai MTB Enduro truly combines the camaraderie of touring with the competition of racing in a lovely setting. It's scheduled the same time next year and is a great race for people tired of riding solo or others looking for new trails to explore. The heavenly hills of Chiang Rai won't disappoint, and neither will the delicious food or the wonderful local hospitality.
Getting There
Surrounded for the most part by mountains, Chiang Rai is 800 km. north of Bangkok. Thai Airways (www.thaiair.com) has flights between international airports in Japan and Bangkok.
There are multiple flights to and from Bangkok every day, taking one hour. If you're looking for a more "Thai" experience, consider the 13-hour bus ride – not for the faint of heart.
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Sunday, September 7, 2008
Battle Arctic Char - September 7, 2008
We concluded our "official" Coronado Concert in the Park/Iron Chef Season with Battle Arctic Char, substituting salmon or trout in our featured dishes.
Kai's Salmon Tartare, served on toast points and garnished with fresh chives, was inspired by his and Hill's recent Napa Valley/French Laundry experience.
John presented Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Stuffed Baby Golden Potatoes, garnished with Sevruga Caviar and Chives.
I prepared Bobby Flay's Barbequed Salmon Tacos, with Red Cabbage Slaw and Chipolte Cream Sauce, prepared tableside with fresh, warm tortillas.
Sparks, sporting her fresh mani and pedi, was disappointed when "David" no-showed (it was a little short notice to fly in from Russia). However, we did send her home with the photo of him sporting his Arctic Char and well-defined "trouser trout."
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- 7 tablespoons extra-virgin olive
- 4 to 6 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced
- 2 cups croutons, made from firm-textured bread
- 3 Romaine lettuce hearts
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- -- Juice from one lemon
- 2 large pasteurized egg yolks
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
- Combine olive oil and garlic in a small bowl; cover tightly and let stand 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 325F. Toss croutons with 3 tablespoons garlic oil to coat. Spread in a single layer in a shallow baking pan. Bake about 10 minutes or just until the edges begin to color. Set aside to cool.
- Carefully separate leaves of the romaine hearts; place in a large salad bowl. Drizzle lettuce with 2 tablespoons garlic oil, salt and pepper; toss well. Add another 2 tablespoons garlic oil, lemon juice, yolks and Worcestershire; toss gently. Sprinkle with cheese and croutons. Serve. Encourage guests to pick up leaves with their fingers.
Recipe adapted by Greg Patent
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While I'm on the subject, I'll just take a minute to say: I DON'T WANT TO SEE KIM KARDASHIAN OR SNOOKI OR ANY OTHER NON-MOVIE-STAR AS A PRESENTER ON SUNDAY NIGHT!
Let me go one more step if I may. (Oh, wait. It's my blog. I may if I feel like it.) I DON'T WANT TO SEE ONLY YOUNG MOVIE STARS ON THAT STAGE!
My point is that I'd rather not be watching the show and going, "Who's that?" I want to see actors and, particularly actresses (actors are allowed to get old in Hollywood so they aren't hidden in the closet), whose work I've enjoyed but who aren't making movies much anymore.
For instance…
Sure, Jessica has a bit of that cat eye thing going on from too much surgery or Botox or whatever, but it's not as bad as Faye Dunaway's cat eye thing and Jessica is someone I've loved in movies, so bring her on.
Here's another example…
Enough with Kate. It's her mother I watched in "Private Benjamin" and "Overboard" and "The First Wives Club," so bring her on.
And how about…
She does have a couple of new movies coming out, but she was an icon back in the day ("Coming Home," "Klute"), so bring her on.
I'm not mentioning Diane Keaton, Susan Sarandon and Meryl Streep because they'll be up there; they seem to be the only women of a certain age who are still considered bankable. Maybe the Academy producers will surprise me and deviate from the parade of Halle, Nicole, Sandra and Julia. I hope so anyway.


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Steve Klindt is the new executive director of Gloria Musicae, Sarasota's professional chorus. Klindt previously was director of development at the Roskamp Institute in Sarasota and was director of development and public affairs at the Tampa Museum of Art. Before moving to Florida, he was a member of the arts and arts professions graduate faculty at New York University's School of Education. He has also served as director at the Tweed Museum of Art, University of Minnesota and the Queens Museum of Art. With Musicae, Klindt will develop program and operating plans, and be chief executive officer of the organization, overseeing administrative and development activities.
Brian Loughrey, administrative director for the Sarasota County Property Appraiser's office, received the 2012-2013 President's Award from the Florida Chapter of the International Association of Assessing Officers. The annual award recognizes the contributions of a member of the executive board.
Attorney Rose-Anne B. Frano of Williams Parker was on a speaker's panel at a women in leadership series presented by Charles Schwab. Specializing in estate, gift and generation-skipping transfer tax planning for clients, Frano shared her experience in estate-planning at the panel discussion.
Stephanie E. Goforth was appointed head of Northern Trust's west region of Florida, from Naples to Tampa Bay. She will oversee the region's banking, fiduciary and investment management services, along with the company's business and growth strategy planning. A Northern Trust employee since 2005, Goforth is the former regional sales manager for the Florida west coast and Atlanta regions.Since graduating from the University of South Florida with a degree in business management, she has had more than 30 years of trust, investment and banking experience. Goforth holds the Series 7, 63, 66 and 24 licenses and is a certified financial planner and a certified private weath advisor SM Designee.
Lenny's Hair Kuttery of Sarasota has hired Teresa Genna and Alba Walkiewicz. Genna is the former owner of Teresa Marie Hair Salon and has more than 20 years experience with stylecuts, colors, hilites and perms. A recent graduate of Fashion Focus Academy, Walkiewicz is trained in the balayage method of creating dimensional haircoloring.
University of Florida student Lindsey Jones is an intern at The Fox Business Group. She is a public-relations student who is focusing on education.
Dr. Daniel E. Friedman of Bradenton Cardiology Center has been recognized as a distinguished Fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society, which recognizes advanced training, certification and specialization in the field of cardiac arrhythmia research and treatment. A fellowship-trained ablation specialist, Dr. Friedman has completed fellowships at the Mayo Clinic, Tulane University, and Saint Louis University, where he served as an assistant professor of medicine. He is board-certified in cardiovascular diseases, nuclear cardiology and electrophysiology.
Icard Merrill attorneys Michael L. Foreman and Todd D. Kaplan gave a presentation on the estate planning process at a meeting of Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation's Professional Advisor Network. Their discussion covered the newly passed American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012, the Florida Power of Attorney Act, and important elements of estate planning such as preparing for incapacity. Foreman is a shareholder and former president and administrator of Icard Merrill who specializes in administration of estates, estate planning, guardianships, trusts and real estate. Kaplan is a graduate of the University of Florida College of Law who works in the firm's tax, estate planning and probate division.
Gregory Montague joined the financial management team at Charlotte State Bank & Trust as a financial adviser for Charlotte State Banc Investor Services and Registered Representative of INVEST Financial Corp. Montague has more than 18 years of experience in wealth and investment management. He holds Series 7, 63 and 66 securities registrations.
Czaia & Gallagher PA, of Bradenton, has added Gregory S. Hagopian as a partner. The firm will now be known as Czaia, Gallagher & Hagopian PA. The new partner is an experienced civil trial and board certified criminal trial lawyer, a former prosecutor and past president of the Manatee County Bar Association. Affiliated with Czaia & Gallagher for more than a decade, he has served as Of Counsel on many of the firm's most significant cases. Hagopian received his law degree with honors from the University of Florida College of Law.
Sean Keenan has joined BMO Private Bank as vice president and director of investments. In his new position at the Sarasota office, Keenan will build, manage and communicate the investment performance of his clients' portfolios. A member of the Chartered Financial Analyst Tampa Bay Society, Keenan was previously vice president and senior investment analyst at Wood Asset management, and he spent six years in equity research at Raymond Jame3s Financial. Keenan is a graduate of the University of Washington.
Kerkering, Barberio & Co., Certified Public Accountants, has announced that in-charge accountant Heather Coonradt has been awarded the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) credential. CFE's are recognized as specialists in the prevention and deterrence of fraud, representing the highest standards held by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.
Williams Parker attorney Kimberly Page Walker has recently been elected vice chair of the Education Foundation Board of Directors. The Education Foundation of Sarasota County is a non-profit organization dedicated to quality public educatiion. Walker is Board Certified by the Florida Bar as a specialist in labor and employment law.
Grapevine Communications recently hired Nick Mayer as client relations manager and Sara Englund as the firm's office administrator. Mayer is a University of Florida graduate with experience in management, costumer service and organization. Englund graduated cum laude from Florida State University. She has previously worked as a newspaper editorial assistant, insurance salesperson and medical practice financial officer.
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation recently named Maria Hussey as development coordinator on the staff of the Florida Suncoast Chapter. Coordinating a 10 county area, Hussey will help promote JDRF's visibility, and oversee fundraising program development. Hussey previously held positions at Lifelong Learning Academy, Junior Achievement and Bradenton Orthopedics.
Eve Prang Plews, licensed nutrition counselor at Full Spectrum Health, recently returned from a trip to Xymogen Xperience in Johannesburg, South Africa. At the event, she presented her seminar, "The Road to health is paved with good intestines," and attended lectures by professionals about emerging published science on NRF2 systems and their relation to cancer, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
The Hermitage Artist Retreat and its Board of Directors recently announced the addition of a Development Director to its staff. In the newly-created position, Linda Mansperger will assist in fundraising, grant writing and reporting, special events and donor relations. The addition of this role comes after the growth of the non-profit in recent years. Hermitage brings artists of all kinds to its campus to develop projects and contribute to the community. Mansberger was previously the Assistant Director of the Historical Museum of Southern Florida in Miami, and, most recently, the Executive Director/CEO of Gulf Coast Heritage Association, Inc., more commonly known as Historic Spanish Point.
David Griffith, a licensed physical therapist at Back in Motion Sarasota Physical Therapy, has recently completed formal training in the Fenzian pain relief system. He now has a certificate in this FDA-approved treatment, which is a non-pharmaceutical and noninvasive method of treating chronic pain. Griffith has been treating pain issues for over 16 years and has been the clinical manager at Back In Motion for over two years.
Michael J. Furen and William W. Merrill, III have been named as 2013 Top Rated Lawyers in the Energy Use, Environmental Law, and Land Law practice areas by Martindale-Hubbell. The Icard Merril attorneys received the highest AV Pre-Eminent rating through a peer review process that is managed by Martindale-Hubbell. The ratings are generated through evaluations by members of the Florida bar and the Judiciary of the United States and Canada, which are based on assessments of ethical standards and professional abilities. Furen is the chairman of the board of Icard Merrill and his practice includes land use, development, real property, administrative and governmental law. Merrill is a shareholder at the firm and focuses on land use, planning, transportation and environmental law.
Joseph J. DeVirgilio, Jr. was recently appointed to the Sarasota County Public Hospital Board's Central District Seat. The current president of Suncoast Management Consultants and a senior consultant with River Consulting Group, DeVirgilio has years of experience on the boards for numerous charities, including several health-related organizations.
The Manatee Glens Board of Directors recently welcomed the addition of Terry Rehfeldt, CPA, who is the principal of The Rehfeldt Group, P.A. in Bradenton. he is a former board member of Bradenton Christian School, Youth for Christ and Manatee County YMCA.
Julie Simzak has recently joined Living On The Suncoast Magazine as the principal Sarasota County marketing executive. She has prior sales experience in industry and media, and training and experience in collaborative selling. Simzak is a graduate of Malone College in Ohio.
Sarasota resident Kathleen Gagg was recently named recipient of the Outstanding Civilian Service Award from the U.S. Army in recognition of her service in support of the military. Gagg, Director of Lifestyle Management at Pope Golf Inc., was presented the honor at a ceremony in Virginia at Fort Myer, adjacent to Arlington National Cemetery. She is the co-founder of Camp Better America, which helps military families reconnect after the service member returns from war. The camps offer relaxation and fun for these families, as well as opportunities to get professional help related to financial services, mental health, and emotional and physical well-being. She has also held the volunteer position of Executive Director of Got Your Back Network, which provides programs for surviving spouses and children of fallen servicemen and women.
Personal injury attorney Tom Hudson of The Hudson Law Office has earned a five year renewal of his DUI board-certification. He first earned the certification in 2008, and will now continue as a specialist in DUI defense law. Hudson is one of three attorneys in the state who has attained this certification by passing oral and written examinations on alcohol metabolism, electronic breath testing, field sobriety testing and drug interactions.
Plymouth Harbor on Sarasota Bay recently added Karen Novak, RN, MS, Clinical Mentor, and Nancy Cressotti, LPN/Admissions Counselor, to their health services team. Novak is responsible for training personnel associated with health services, clinical skill assessment, and infection control along with skin condition issues. She was previously responsible for staff development and training at Hill-Rom Industries, and has over 33 years of experience in the health care industry. Cressotti is responsible for Smith Care's Center's admission process. She has over 30 years of experience in direct patient care, patient evaluation, care coordination, and verification of health services.
Forty Carrots Family Center's Board of Trustees recently appointed Michelle Kapreilian as its new executive director. She brings a decade of experience at Forty Carrots as a volunteer parent in the Parenting Program and Preschool, along with her tenure in several key leadership positions as a two-term trustee, board secretary and chairwoman of the Governance Committee. Professionally, Kapreilian's background includes leading a multimillion-dollar international business and co-owning several local businesses. Jennifer Abbott, who served as interim executive director, will resume her position as development director for the agency.
Fleet Feet Sports Sarasota recently announced the addition of Mary Bellows to its fit-specialist team. After five years as a fit-specialist with On-A-Shoestring in Bradenton, the State College of Florida graduate will bring her experience to Fleet Feet, along with her certification as a registered running coach.
Boys & Girls Club of Manatee County has hired Drue Duerschmidt as their new Marketing manager. The Bradenton resident has worked in marketing at a variety of recognizable brands, like Pepsi-Cola and Mountain Dew. He also worked at MET-Rx, Marvin Windows and Doors, and Nature's Bounty Vitamins. Additionally, Duerschmidt worked as a primary residential counselor at a safe house for homeless and runaway children.
Pier 22 Restaurant's Chef Greg Campbell of Bradenton has been recognized as one of the country's top culinary talents in the inaugural edition of Best Chefs America, the first ever peer review guide of U.S. chefs. The list was compiled based on interviewes between fellow chefs, and analysis by the staff at Best Chefs America. The new guide solicited responses from over 5,000 professionals in creating this landmark edition.
Art McNeil has assumed the leadership of Sarasota's Vistage CEO Peer Group. The Punta Gorda resident is the founder and CEO of Achieve, an internationally-reaching organization development company. McNeil is also the #1 bestselling author of "The 'I' of the Hurricane: How to Generate and Focus Corporate Energy."
Sarasota resident Samuel L. Cione, a four year member of Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT), has qualified for the exclusive "Top of the Table" honor. He is both a four year qualifier for "Court of the Table," and a four year qualifier for "Top of the Table." The latter recognition ranks Cione in the highest level of MDRT membership, and places him among top professionals in the global life insurance and financial services industry. The qualification is based on demonstration of professional knowledge, client service and ethical conduct.
SouthTech IT services firm has hired Jennifer Danis as a training coordinator. She has a background in restaurants and catering, managing the Sarasota Bread Company and serving as catering director for the Summerhouse Restaurant. Most recently, Danis worked in project management and coordination at Kangas & Associates.
Sarasota-based organic produce wholesaler Global Organic Specialty Source, Inc. has announced the promotions of several staff members. George Caldwell is now general manager, Dennis Jolly has been promoted to purchasing associate, and Karen Watenpul will be the new key account manager.
Magdalena Castro recently joined the trust and investment management services division at Charlotte State Bank & Trust. She will be working as an administrative assistant in business development. Castro has a decade of experience in administration, office management and receptionist duties. She will be based at the bank's Murdock headquarters in Port Charlotte.
Fyzical Therapy recently announced that Alex Altamiranda, doctor of Physical Therapy, has been hired as the new clinic director. Previously an assistant clinical professor at University of South Florida, Dr. Altamiranda is a board certified ABPTS sports clinical specialist, and has experience in on-field management and triage of Division I and professional athletes. He has also worked extensively with ballet dancers.
Steve Klindt is the new executive director of Gloria Musicae, Sarasota's professional chorus. Klindt previously was director of development at the Roskamp Institute in Sarasota and was director of development and public affairs at the Tampa Museum of Art. Before moving to Florida, he was a member of the arts and arts professions graduate faculty at New York University's School of Education. He has also served as director at the Tweed Museum of Art, University of Minnesota and the Queens Museum of Art. With Musicae, Klindt will develop program and operating plans, and be chief executive officer of the organization, overseeing administrative and development activities.


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For Better Health
Considering how much Americans spend on snack foods each year (more than $22 billion in 2002!), it's no wonder between-meal eating is often blamed for the growing obesity epidemic. But researchers are now turning up evidence that grazing, when done properly, may actually be good for you. "Healthy snacking can help control your appetite and your weight," says Cynthia Sass, RD, a spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association. "It's also a great way to fit in nutrient-rich foods and regulate mood."
Here, 13 snacking strategies that are guaranteed to improve your health, boost your energy, and help you lose pounds or maintain your weight.
For Better Health
Divvy up your daily calories. A study in the British Medical Journal showed that people who consumed several snacks in addition to their daily meals had appreciably lower cholesterol levels than those who ate less often. Researchers speculate that frequent eating may steady insulin levels; this results in lower cholesterol production when your body metabolizes food. The key, however, is to bump up the number of meals you eat — not to increase your total calorie intake. Divide what you already eat into smaller, more frequent meals, says study author Kay-Tee Khaw, MD. For example, have your banana as a midmorning snack rather than slicing it onto your breakfast cereal; eat half of your tuna sandwich at lunch and the other half later in the afternoon.
Use snacks to bridge nutritional gaps. If you suspect that your meals are deficient in protein or essential vitamins and minerals, use your snacks to pick up the slack. "An eight-ounce serving of yogurt or glass of skim milk will help you meet your protein and calcium requirements for the day," says Sass.
Fortified cereals are great sources of folate and iron: Simply portion out a serving in a plastic bag and toss it in your tote. Or reach for fresh fruit and raw veggies, which deliver a wealth of vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber.
Nuts are an excellent source of protein, fiber, and essential nutrients including magnesium, potassium and folate. Studies have linked frequent consumption of nuts with heart health and — despite their high calorie and fat content — weight control. Stick to a one-ounce serving (approximately 160 calories): That's roughly 28 peanuts, 23 almonds, or 49 pistachios.
For More Energy
Cut out crash-and-burn bites. If you're looking for foods to power you through workouts and long hours on the job, skip starchy, low-fiber fixes (cookies, pretzels, and so on). "For longer-lasting energy, eat a mix of protein, carbs, and fat, which don't pass through the digestive system as quickly," says Leslie Bonci, RD, director of sports medicine in the nutrition program at the University of Pittsburgh. Some suggestions: trail mix (made with nuts, cereal, and dried fruit), peanut butter on rye crisps, or a whole wheat pita topped with low-fat cheese.
Eat an hour before you exercise. Running on empty doesn't work — just ask your car! Have a snack that's roughly two-thirds carbohydrates and one-third equal amounts of protein and fat. Let the intensity of your workout determine the portion size. "If you're doing 45 minutes of cardio plus 20 minutes of weights, you'll expend 500 calories or more," says Bonci. "A 100-calorie yogurt won't cut it; aim for 250 to 300 calories." Pre-workout snacks that fit the profile: a six-inch flour or corn tortilla spread with one tablespoon each of peanut butter and jelly plus a piece of fruit, or half a yogurt smoothie (like Yoplait Nouriche or Dannon Frusion) and a packet of instant oatmeal.
Eat within 20 minutes post-workout. Exercise draws energy from the glycogen that's stored in the muscles and liver. "You'll need to consume about 200 calories to replenish those stores," says Bonci. Choose a snack containing both carbohydrates and protein, such as a glass of low-fat chocolate milk and an apple, or half of a turkey sandwich.
To Lose Weight
Choose high-satiety snacks. Swap calorie-dense crackers and cookies for foods with fewer calories per gram. "That way you can eat larger portions, which will take up more space in your stomach and make you feel fuller," says Barbara Rolls, PhD, author of The Volumetrics Weight-Control Plan (HarperTorch, 2003). Seek out snacks that are full of water and fiber, like raw vegetables with a few tablespoons of hummus, broth-based soups, and fruits like oranges, apples, and pears.
Retrain your brain. The bigger a snack serving looks, the fuller you're likely to feel after eating it. "It's easy to trick your senses into believing you've had more," says Rolls, who suggests "fluffy" foods like a foamy latte or well-blended low-calorie smoothie (mix one cup of skim milk with one-half cup of canned pineapple and one-half teaspoon of coconut extract). Foods that have irregular shapes — air-popped popcorn, salads, and high-fiber cereals — also give you the impression that you're getting more because they don't pack down neatly in a bowl.
Pump up the protein. Calorie for calorie, protein is a lot more satisfying than carbohydrates alone. "It isn't broken down as quickly as carbs, so it holds you over longer," says Lona Sandon, RD, an assistant professor of nutrition at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas. Limit saturated fat by opting for lean protein sources: low-fat yogurt, cottage cheese, sliced deli turkey. To calculate the number of grams you need each day, multiply your body weight by 0.4.
Fight fat with dairy. Research shows that dieters who ate three yogurt servings a day (1,100 milligrams of calcium) for 12 weeks lost 22 percent more weight and 61 percent more fat than those who got 500 milligrams of the mineral. "Compounds in dairy foods work with calcium to increase enzymes that stimulate fat breakdown and decrease enzymes that cause fat production," explains Michael Zemel, PhD, author of The Calcium Key (John Wiley & Sons, 2003). Snacks such as low-fat yogurt, skim milk, and string cheese will help you meet the daily requirement of 1,000 milligrams.
To Maintain Your Weight
Budget your snacks. To figure out how many calories you can "spend" on between-meal bites, multiply your weight by 14 (if you work out several times a week). Then subtract the number of calories consumed at breakfast, lunch, and dinner; what's left is your snack allowance for the day. Another option is to follow the 100-calorie-per-hour rule, says Sass. "In other words, a 400-calorie lunch should last you four hours." If you ate that lunch at noon, you'll be ready to nosh again at four. If dinner is scheduled for six, try not to exceed 200 calories for that snack.
Practice portion control. Even foods considered "healthy" can cause you to gain weight. Read the labels to compare prepackaged snacks (one muffin may have 170 calories, another 400). Pick up single-serving packs — or buy in bulk and portion snacks out yourself (measure or weigh for the most accurate calorie count).
Fill up on fiber. Increasing fiber intake seems to be a largely untapped tactic for appetite and weight control. Most Americans consume 15 grams a day (the daily recommendation is at least 25). Boost your fiber intake by eating apples, raw veggies, popcorn, nuts, and dry whole-grain cereals. (We like Puffins by Barbara's Bakery, which contains six grams per three-quarter-cup serving, and Kashi Good Friends, with eight grams per three-quarters of a cup.)


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Tutor is focus of Skakel trial's final day
VERNON -- Lawyers for convicted murderer Michael Skakel leveled 11th-hour allegations Tuesday that prosecutors violated the due-process rights of the Kennedy cousin. They said the state had a legal obligation to tell the defense it had commissioned a psychological profile on another suspect in the 1975 slaying of Greenwich teenager Martha Moxley.
The freshly unsealed report on Skakel family tutor Ken Littleton, prepared by forensic psychiatrist Kathy Morall for the state's attorney's office, offers previously unheard and potentially damaging insights into Littleton's alleged hard-core drug use, sexual compulsion and overall mental stability.
In 2002, the judge presiding over the homicide case agreed to seal the 27-page file at the request of prosecutors, who cited a prior court decision protecting the privacy of patient records.
Representing Skakel at the time was Michael Sherman.
The contents of the report only became known to Skakel's current legal team late last week in the waning stages of his wrongful imprisonment trial, which concluded after 10 days of testimony Tuesday in state Superior Court in Vernon.
"The Ken Littleton that the jury saw is not the Ken Littleton that is reflected in this document, not even a mere shadow," said Michael Fitzpatrick, a Bridgeport lawyer and paid consultant for Skakel's side.
The prosecution countered that Skakel's lawyers had ample opportunities to protest the sealing of the report, both during the original criminal trial and during the appeals process.
"This could have been handled on appeal," Assistant State's Attorney Susann Gill said.
In the report, Morall said Littleton underwent five years of treatment at the Mystic Valley Mental Health Center in Arlington, Mass., and was prescribed a cocktail of anti-psychotic and anti-depressant drugs.
Littleton admitted to using cocaine, marijuana, methamphetamine and "Orange Sunshine," a form of LSD, according to the report by Morall, who did not testify during Skakel's criminal trial. Excerpts of a videotaped interview between Morall and Littleton were played for the jury that convicted Skakel, however, with the tutor telling the psychiatrist it was possible he confessed to Moxley's murder to his former wife while blacked out from binge drinking.
"This was no ordinary witness," Fitzpatrick said of Littleton and his credibility.
Skakel, 52, the nephew of Ethel Skakel Kennedy and the late Robert F. Kennedy, is serving 20 years to life in prison for bludgeoning his Belle Haven neighbor with a golf club on Halloween eve in 1975. He filed a writ of habeas corpus with the court, often used an appeal of last resort, seeking a new trial on the basis that Sherman bungled his defense.
In what may be the most significant moment from this latest round of legal maneuvers in the Skakel/Moxley saga, Skakel took the witness stand for an hour and three-quarters last Thursday, maintaining his innocence while expressing buyer's remorse over his choice of Sherman as his lawyer. The iconic image of Skakel raising his right hand to take the oath represented a stark contrast from his criminal trial, when he declined to testify on the advice of counsel.
A major theme throughout the past two weeks has been whether Sherman cut corners on his third-party culpability defense, including in investigating the theory that Littleton might have been linked to 13 other unsolved murders.
Sherman stood by his handling of Skakel's defense and said under oath Tuesday that he went to great lengths to convince the jury that other suspects such as Littleton could not be ruled out.
"There was more evidence against Ken Littleton than there was against Michael Skakel," Sherman said. "I did not attempt to prove that he was the killer. I did not think that was my responsibility."
Citing what is known as the Brady disclosure rule -- named after the U.S. Supreme Court case Brady v. Maryland -- current Skakel lawyer Hubert Santos said prosecutors short-circuited the process for sealing evidence.
"The prosecution has an independent duty to disclose exculpatory information to the defense," Santos said.
Littleton is characterized in the report as being embarrassed by his overwhelming sexual fantasies and frequent masturbation. He told Morall that he slept with more than 60 women and he tended to go for blondes with blue eyes over pixies or Sophia Loren types.
"That would be Martha Moxley," Fitzpatrick said.
When Littleton baby-sat younger children as a teenager, he acknowledged in his interview with Morall that he would pull down their pants and look at their genitals. The report also delved into an incident when Littleton climbed through the window of a Nantucket woman's home and started kissing her while she was in bed.
"Her opinions about Littleton's propensity for violence, opinions as to the sexual deviant behavior of Littleton -- those kinds of things could have been elicited had Mr. Sherman had the report," Santos said of Morall.
Jonathan Benedict, the lead prosecutor during Skakel's criminal trial, disputed the suggestion the report amounted to a smoking gun.
"Would you agree that propensity to violence is not admissible in a murder trial except for assault events?" Benedict asked Fitzpatrick during cross-examination.
Fitzpatrick agreed.
"You think a person's sex life in of itself would have been allowed to be addressed by the jury in this case?" Benedict probed.
Fitzpatrick said not in isolation. But when factoring in the baby-sitting revelation and Nantucket assault, along with the fact that females were victimized, Fitzpatrick said it could have played a part in the criminal trial.
"It would be hard to argue that it would not assist in the preparation of the defense," Fitzpatrick said of the overall report. "Attorney Sherman completely dropped the ball with regard to what was under seal."
By law, Thomas Bishop, the judge trial referee in the habeas corpus case, must render a decision on Skakel's petition within 120 days of the filing of post-trial briefs by both sides. The earliest the clock is expected to start ticking is 10 weeks, however.
Bishop said he was not convinced that the patient privacy laws applied to Littleton's psychological profile.
"The question then remains, `What use could he have then made of this report?' " Bishop said of Sherman.
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Maple Leafs snap three-game skid with win over Sabres
TORONTO (AP) — James van Riemsdyk scored twice, Nikolai Kulemin got the winner and the Toronto Maple Leafs snapped a three-game skid with a 4-2 win over the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday night.
The Maple Leafs placed newly acquired center Peter Holland on their top line between Phil Kessel and van Riemsdyk, which allowed van Riemsdyk to move back to his natural position at left wing. He looked comfortable back on the left side, scoring his eighth and ninth goals of the season in the first period.
At 5:45, van Riemsdyk re-directed a Cody Franson point shot to open the scoring. Then at 13:35, on a power play, van Riemsdyk re-directed another Franson shot to give Toronto a 2-0 lead.
Van Riemsdyk had been pointless in his previous five games, four of those at center.
Kulemin made it 3-0 at 11:49 of the second period on just his third shot on goal of the season. Mason Raymond also scored for the Leafs.
James Reimer made 33 saves to move to 5-2-0 on the season. Jonas Enroth made 18 saves for Buffalo.
Jamie McBain got Buffalo on the board 2:15 into the third with a slap shot, which beat Reimer glove side for his second of the season.
With the Sabres trailing 3-1 in the third, tempers boiled over following a collision between John Scott and Dion Phaneuf. During the next stoppage in play, Phaneuf cross-checked Cody McCormick as the two exchanged words. Toronto's Colton Orr immediately stepped in and was given a 10-minute misconduct.
Scott and Frazer McLaren each received 14 minutes in penalties on the play, ending their respective nights early after taking misconducts. A total of 30 minutes in penalties were handed out during the altercations.
Tyler Ennis got the Sabres within one when he one-timed a Matt Moulson pass for his third of the season past Reimer at 6:11.
Leafs defenseman Mark Fraser left the game with an undisclosed injury after playing five shifts and 3:54 in the first period.
Earlier in the day, Toronto acquired Holland and Brad Staubitz from the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for defenseman Jesse Blacker and a conditional third-round draft pick. Staubitz was sent to the AHL's Toronto Marlies.
Notes: Toronto assigned center Troy Bodie to the Marlies. Leafs center Nazem Kadri served the second game of his three-game suspension for his hit to the head of Minnesota Wild goaltender Niklas Backstrom and is eligible to return to Toronto's lineup Nov. 21. Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly was a healthy scratch for the fifth time this season.


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The sky's the limit for Oprah Winfrey's final show, taped in Chicago Tuesday afternoon and airing Wednesday.
A source close to "The Oprah Show" said the show won't be the party of giveaways and celebrity appearances that some may expect.
Celebs will be in the audience, according to the source, but the last show is "nothing special, just goodbye." There are several segments of Winfrey's favorite moments during the past 25 years.
It's hard to top last week's star-studded "spectacular" of back-to-back tapings for which thousands packed the United Center. But the hundred or so fans who lined up Tuesday morning at Harpo Studios to attend Winfrey's final taping, hoped the show would be one to remember.
Courtney McCracken, who attended the finale, said before the show that it's the most excited thing she's done since getting married and having a baby.
The finale was due to be taped Monday but was delayed until Tuesday for unknown reasons.


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As I think about our bailing out Detroit, I can't help but reflect on what, in my view, is the most important rule of business in today's integrated and digitized global market, where knowledge and innovation tools are so widely distributed. It's this: Whatever can be done, will be done. The only question is will it be done by you or to you. Just don't think it won't be done. If you have an idea in Detroit or Tennessee, promise me that you'll pursue it, because someone in Denmark or Tel Aviv will do so a second later.
Why do I bring this up? Because someone in the mobility business in Denmark and Tel Aviv is already developing a real-world alternative to Detroit's business model. I don't know if this alternative to gasoline-powered cars will work, but I do know that it can be done — and Detroit isn't doing it. And therefore it will be done, and eventually, I bet, it will be done profitably.
And when it is, our bailout of Detroit will be remembered as the equivalent of pouring billions of dollars of taxpayer money into the mail-order-catalogue business on the eve of the birth of eBay. It will be remembered as pouring billions of dollars into the CD music business on the eve of the birth of the iPod and iTunes. It will be remembered as pouring billions of dollars into a book-store chain on the eve of the birth of Amazon.com and the Kindle. It will be remembered as pouring billions of dollars into improving typewriters on the eve of the birth of the PC and the Internet.
What business model am I talking about? It is Shai Agassi's electric car network company, called Better Place. Just last week, the company, based in Palo Alto, Calif., announced a partnership with the state of Hawaii to road test its business plan there after already inking similar deals with Israel, Australia, the San Francisco Bay area and, yes, Denmark.
The Better Place electric car charging system involves generating electrons from as much renewable energy — such as wind and solar — as possible and then feeding those clean electrons into a national electric car charging infrastructure. This consists of electricity charging spots with plug-in outlets — the first pilots were opened in Israel this week — plus battery-exchange stations all over the respective country. The whole system is then coordinated by a service control center that integrates and does the billing.
Under the Better Place model, consumers can either buy or lease an electric car from the French automaker Renault or Japanese companies like Nissan (General Motors snubbed Agassi) and then buy miles on their electric car batteries from Better Place the way you now buy an Apple cellphone and the minutes from AT&T. That way Better Place, or any car company that partners with it, benefits from each mile you drive. G.M. sells cars. Better Place is selling mobility miles.
The first Renault and Nissan electric cars are scheduled to hit Denmark and Israel in 2011, when the whole system should be up and running. On Tuesday, Japan's Ministry of Environment invited Better Place to join the first government-led electric car project along with Honda, Mitsubishi and Subaru. Better Place was the only foreign company invited to participate, working with Japan's leading auto companies, to build a battery swap station for electric cars in Yokohama, the Detroit of Japan.
What I find exciting about Better Place is that it is building a car company off the new industrial platform of the 21st century, not the one from the 20th — the exact same way that Steve Jobs did to overturn the music business. What did Apple understand first? One, that today's technology platform would allow anyone with a computer to record music. Two, that the Internet and MP3 players would allow anyone to transfer music in digital form to anyone else. You wouldn't need CDs or record companies anymore. Apple simply took all those innovations and integrated them into a single music-generating, purchasing and listening system that completely disrupted the music business.
What Agassi, the founder of Better Place, is saying is that there is a new way to generate mobility, not just music, using the same platform. It just takes the right kind of auto battery — the iPod in this story — and the right kind of national plug-in network — the iTunes store — to make the business model work for electric cars at six cents a mile. The average American is paying today around 12 cents a mile for gasoline transportation, which also adds to global warming and strengthens petro-dictators.
Do not expect this innovation to come out of Detroit. Remember, in 1908, the Ford Model-T got better mileage — 25 miles per gallon — than many Ford, G.M. and Chrysler models made in 2008. But don't be surprised when it comes out of somewhere else. It can be done. It will be done. If we miss the chance to win the race for Car 2.0 because we keep mindlessly bailing out Car 1.0, there will be no one to blame more than Detroit's new shareholders: we the taxpayers.