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SALT LAKE CITY — An American Fork dad spent a school year embarrassing his teenage son, standing outside his home in a different costume each weekday and waving at the school bus.
A Vernal man involved in a dispute over a $25 medical bill decided to settle the debt by unloading 2,500 pennies onto the receptionist's counter at the clinic.
And an outbreak of horse herpes forced contestants in the Davis County Sheriff's Mounted Posse Junior Queen Contest to ride around the fairgrounds arena on stick horses.
"It's kind of weird, but you can't really help that the disease is going around," said former posse queen Savanna Steed in May.
These were among the most read and talked about stories published in the Deseret News in 2011. The three stories, each lighthearted and quirky in their own way, attracted national attention and proved once again that regular people doing extraordinary or unusual things is a recipe for a special news story.
Another example of the extraordinary in action came in September, when a group of bystanders lifted a car to free a motorcyclist who had been pinned under it during an accident in Logan.
"It's not expected to risk your life for a complete stranger," Brandon Wright, the 21-year-old motorcyclist, said three days later. "That's what makes them special."
The Utah State University student was leaving campus on Sept. 12 when he swerved to avoid being hit by a vehicle that was pulling out of a parking lot. Realizing he was in trouble, Wright laid his bike down in an effort to protect himself.
The motorcycle collided with a BMW, and Wright was pinned beneath the car. The motorcycle burst into flames, causing the car to catch fire as well.
That's when a group of bystanders rushed to help. Several of them lifted the car, allowing another to pull the man to safety.
"They put their lives on the line for me," Wright said. "They stepped up and took a huge personal risk."
Risk is what organizers of the Davis County Sheriff's Mounted Posse Junior Queen Contest were trying to avoid in May, and they came up with a creative way to do so.
Earlier that month, 415 horses brought to Utah from 19 states were exposed to the equine herpes virus during a regional cutting horse competition held at the Golden Spike Arena in Ogden.
More than a dozen horses had confirmed cases of the disease, resulting in a quarantine that forced event organizers to postpone the Davis County junior queen contest.
Instead of delaying the show further, the horses were replaced with stick horses and contestants skipped around the arena instead of riding.
"Instead of using horses, we are testing the girls' knowledge and ability to adapt," posse member Kim Jensen said.
Dale Price adapted to a change in his son's school bus route — which conveniently took the bus past his home — by dressing up as a pirate, mermaid, a Jedi and 160-plus other costumes and waving at the bus each day as it passed.
"When he did it the first day, I was in shock," said Price's 16-year-old son, Rain.
It started out as a prank, a way for Price to have a little fun and playfully embarrass his son. But it turned into a yearlong event, with a new costume each day.
"He always brought smiles to kids on the bus," said Myron Carlson, the school bus driver.
In May, Jason West brought smiles to a handful of people in the waiting room of the Basin Clinic in Vernal when he paid a disputed medical bill in pennies.
West said he had already paid a $25 charge for a previous visit, and that a billing clerk at the clinic had refused to help him when he tried to have his questions resolved. So he went to the clinic May 27 with 14 pounds of pennies and asked the clerk, "Do you take cash?"
"She very haughtily said, 'Well, yes we do,'" West said. "So I said, 'Lucky for me, I happen to have it on me.'"
Police say the pennies were "strewn about the counter and the floor," and that West's actions "served no legitimate purpose."
West, 38, was charged with disorderly conduct in the incident, but he said he doesn't regret his penny protest.
"I would say that I had a legitimate purpose," he said. "It was to resolve a billing dispute and pay it, and to protest how I'd been treated."
West said he wanted to show his frustration for what he says was poor customer service, and he wanted to have fun doing it.
"I did stand-up comedy in college," he said. "This is how I deal with stress. I make jokes."
Year in politics
Two candidates with Utah ties spent much of 2011 playing the political game at the highest level — running for president of the United States.
In April, Mitt Romney announced he was forming an exploratory committee for a 2012 presidential run. Romney, a favorite son in Utah for spearheading the 2002 Olympic Games in Salt Lake City, made his second presidential run official in June.
"In the campaign to come, the American ideals of economic freedom and opportunity need a clear and unapologetic defense, and I intend to make it — because I have lived it," Romney said during his June 2 announcement in Stratham, N.H.
Former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. officially threw his hat in the ring on June 21 at Liberty State Park, N.J., with the Statue of Liberty in the background.
"I don't think you need to run down someone's reputation to run for the office of president," Huntsman said, acknowledging his respect for the other Republicans in the race as well as the Democrat he served under as U.S. ambassador to China, President Barack Obama.
"(Obama) and I have a difference of opinion on how to help a country we both love," he said. "But the question each of us wants the voters to answer is who will be the better president, not who's the better American."
A third candidate with Utah ties is making a presidential run on a smaller scale. Former Salt Lake City Mayor Rocky Anderson last month announced the creation of a new political party, the Justice Party, and that he would be that party's presidential candidate.
"If you put passion and organization together, we can overcome any of these candidates who have all the money but really lack ideas," Anderson said.
Locally, politics started to sound like an unhealthy buffet as elected officials served up ideas such as the pizza-slice and doughnut plans for congressional redistricting.
Every 10 years, lawmakers must redraw congressional, legislative and state school board boundaries to reflect the most recent census.
This year's congressional map, which included the state's new 4th District seat, was harshly criticized by Democrats and others. The state Democratic Party has threatened to sue, saying the re-drawn districts disenfranchise Democratic voters.
As 2011 comes to a close, several high-profile Republicans and an incumbent Democrat have announced their intentions to run for the 4th District seat.
On Dec. 15, Rep. Jim Matheson, D-Utah, announced that he will jump from the 2nd District where he has served the past 10 years to the state's new district to seek re-election — a district in which he does not live.
On the Republican side, state legislators Rep. Stephen Sandstrom of Orem and Rep. Carl Wimmer of Herriman already have kicked off their campaigns, as has attorney Jay Cobb. Saratoga Springs Mayor Mia Love also is running but has yet to make a formal announcement.
Earlier in 2011, state lawmakers took on Utah's open-records laws, passing and then repealing sweeping changes to the Government Records Access and Management Act after the media and the public rallied against the bill, HB477.
Gov. Gary Herbert and GOP leaders agreed to appoint a working group made up of government, media and public representatives, including lawyers and technology experts, to examine the 20-year-old act.
Year in sports
For sports fans in Utah, whether they wear red or blue, 2011 was the year of The Jimmer.
Jimmer Fredette, the 6-foot-2 BYU guard who isn't afraid to hoist up shots from anywhere on the court — and makes them most of the time — achieved celebrity status in 2011, leading the Cougars to school-record 32 victories and their first Sweet 16 appearance since 1981.
Fredette led the nation in scoring during his senior season at BYU, averaging 28.9 points per game, and won just about every award given in college basketball, including national player of the year.
In June, it was announced that Jimmermania was spreading to the West Coast when Fredette was selected by the Sacramento Kings with the 10th pick of the NBA draft.
In his first three games of his rookie season, delayed and shortened by the NBA lockout, Fredette has averaged 10 points and 2.7 assists in nearly 25 minutes per game, while shooting 42.9 percent and 33.3 percent from 3-point range.
The University of Utah also had plenty to cheer about in 2011 as the Utes began their first season as members of the Pac-12 Conference.
After an 0-4 start in conference play, the Utes made a run at the South Division title by winning their next four, before falling to Colorado to close out the regular season.
Utah finished 7-5 and will face Georgia Tech in the Sun Bowl on Saturday.
In February, longtime Utah Jazz coach Jerry Sloan called it quits after 22-plus seasons. The reason, according to the 68-year-old coach: "It just seemed it was time to do it."
Longtime and loyal assistant coach Phil Johnson also stepped down Feb. 10, saying, "I came with (Sloan), and I'll leave with him."
The decision came after a well-publicized locker room clash with star point guard Deron Williams. Days later, the Jazz shipped out Williams in a trade with the New Jersey Nets.
Year in weather
With snowpack in the mountains east of the Salt Lake Valley between 130 percent and 140 percent of average, followed by wet and cool temperatures in early spring, Salt Lake County officials were preparing for the worst.
Fortunately, the weather warmed gradually, resulting in a few waterways spilling their banks but avoiding major flooding that officials worried would rival that of 1983.
State and local officials also coordinated their flood-prevention efforts, actions that later were credited for saving several homes and businesses.
Earlier this month, hurricane-force winds wreaked havoc on northern Utah, particularly in Davis County, blowing over semitrailers, toppling trees, downing power lines and closing schools.
Following the Dec. 1 storm, Gov. Herbert deployed the Utah National Guard to help with the cleanup in anticipation of another windstorm. Herbert also sent workers from the Utah Department of Transportation and the Department of Public Safety to several cities — including Bountiful, Centerville, Farmington and Kaysville — in the hopes of avoiding property damage and personal injury from flying debris left from the first storm.
Several LDS Church services in Bountiful and Centerville were canceled Dec. 4 so their congregations could assist with the cleanup.
Year in crime
For Elizabeth Smart, 2011 marked "the ending of a very long chapter and the beginning of a very beautiful chapter," she said.
On May 25, Smart smiled as she talked to reporters outside the Frank E. Moss Federal Courthouse, where Brian David Mitchell, the man convicted of kidnapping her at knifepoint nearly nine years earlier, was sentenced to life in federal prison.
"I am so thrilled with the results that came out today, the life sentence. I couldn't be happier," Smart said.
Before the sentence was handed down, Smart was able to address Mitchell in the courtroom.
"I don't have very much say to you. I know exactly what you did, and I know that you know what you did was wrong, and you did it with a full knowledge of that," she said.
"I want you to know that I have a wonderful life now. No matter what you do, you will never affect me again. You took away nine months of my life that can never be returned. But I know that in this life or the next, you will be held responsible for what you have done, and I hope you're ready for that when it comes."
For family and friends of Susan Powell, 2011 brought no such closure. Dec. 6 marked the second anniversary of the West Valley City mother's disappearance.
In September, West Valley City police announced a break in the case that led them to the Topaz Mountain area near Delta. Police first said human remains had been found, though it turned out to be charred pieces of wood.
As that search came to a close, it was announced that Steven Powell, the father-in-law of the missing woman, was arrested in Washington state following the discovery of "thousands of images of females being videotaped without their knowledge" in the man's home — including some images of Susan Cox Powell.
Steven Powell also was charged with child pornography for images police say he took of young neighbor girls in the bathtub and on the toilet.
"This case has been and continues to be a top priority for the West Valley City Police Department and the team of detectives assigned to it full time," the department said in a statement released earlier this month. "The investigation continues to progress with information developed from leads and other relevant evidence."
Susan's husband, Josh Powell, has been named as a person of interest in the case. Josh Powell told police he took his two young sons on a late-night camping trip on a cold night Dec. 6, 2009, in Tooele County. When he returned the next day, his wife was gone.
Another longtime legal battle came to a close on Aug. 4, when polygamous sect leader Warren Jeffs was convicted by a Texas jury of assaulting two girls he took in "spiritual marriages" when they were 12 and 14 years old.
The verdict came following a dramatic trial in which the 55-year-old leader of the Utah-based Fundamentalist LDS Church fired his attorneys and chose to represent himself.
On Aug. 9, Jeffs was sentenced to life in prison.
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2014 Jeep Cherokee Pricing Announced
- New Cherokee to start from $23,990
- Four trim levels: Sport, Latitude, Limited, Trailhawk
- Offers many safety and tech upgrades over outgoing Liberty
The all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee will be priced from $23,990 including destination when it goes on sale this fall. That's the latest from Jeep, which recently announced the Cherokee's pricing after unveiling it earlier this year at the New York Auto Show.
With a base price of $22,995 before shipping, the Cherokee is around $400 less expensive than the Liberty it replaces. That's big news, since the Cherokee offers revamped styling, improved fuel economy and a long list of new technology and safety features.
Base-level Cherokee models are called the Sport. Like the Liberty, the Cherokee comes standard with rear-wheel drive, while 4-wheel drive is a $2,000 option. Standard features include a 5-inch touchscreen with Chrysler's Uconnect infotainment system, anti-lock brakes, cruise control, keyless entry and a full-color LED display in the gauge cluster.
For $1,500 above the Sport's base price -- or $25,490 with shipping -- buyers can step up to the Cherokee Latitude. The Latitude mainly adds appearance features, such as 17-in alloy wheels, fog lights, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and body-colored mirrors and door handles.
The next step up is the luxury-oriented Cherokee Limited. The Limited starts at $28,990 with shipping -- a hefty figure, but one that boasts nearly all options. For example, standard features include a remote starter, a 7-in touchscreen, heated seats, a reversing camera, dual-zone automatic climate control and dual power front seats.
Topping the Cherokee lineup is the off-road-oriented Trailhawk model. Starting at $30,485 with shipping, the Trailhawk includes standard 4-wheel drive. It also offers off-road items such as skid plates, hill ascent and descent control, tow hooks, wheel flares and an increased ride height.
All Cherokee models come standard with a 9-speed automatic transmission. According to Jeep, the new transmission, which replaces the Liberty's aging 4-speed, returns improved fuel economy and acceleration.
Also standard on all Cherokee models is a 2.4-liter MultiAir 4-cylinder, which makes 184 horsepower and 171 lb-ft of torque. Chrysler's 3.2-liter Pentastar V6, which makes 271 hp, is optional. Other options include a panoramic sunroof, a navigation system, a wireless charging pad and an upscale Alpine audio system.
The Cherokee replaces the Liberty in Jeep's lineup, slotting above the compact Compass and below the midsize Grand Cherokee. When it reaches dealers this fall, the Cherokee's rivals will include the Ford Escape, the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport and the Toyota RAV4.
What it means to you: If you're considering a compact SUV, the 2014 Jeep Cherokee looks like it may field a strong challenge to today's best-sellers.


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More than a month after Hurricane Sandy brought the Long Beach post office's operations in the city to a standstill, the facility reopened its doors on Monday, albeit on a limited basis.
The post office has been closed since Oct. 31, after the building, at 101. E. Park Ave., sustained significant flood damage. Residents were instructed to pick up their mail at the Garden City post office in the weeks following the storm, though deliveries along most routes throughout the city were restored.
Maureen Marion, a regional spokeswoman for the post office, said that the Long Beach post office continues to experience limitations to its Internet and phone capabilities that have restricted a number of postal services.
"Some transactions have to be done with Internet access, so it leaves us unable to be fully operational," Marion said. "What the average person uses on a regular basis is OK."
That includes full services for things such as P.O. boxes, she said, but explained that at currently, mailing items such as holiday packages to troops serving overseas are not available at the Long Beach location. Marion instructed residents to visit post office locations in Oceanside, Rockville Centre and Lynbrook for full retail services.
"That's an illustration of the sort of thing we wouldn't be able to do," Marion said. "But if you came in to buy stamps, that we can do."
"It's pick up service only — no window service," resident Angela Overton Skudin said on Facebook.
The Long Beach post office provides services for approximately 16,700 addresses in the city, Marion said, and has 55 employees. She added that the storm caused electrical and structural damage to the building and that repairs are ongoing, explaining that it was too early to determine when the post office would begin providing full services.
"We anticipate that we will be cleaning for awhile," she said. "We have been trying to do service in areas that allow us to get in — right now, there are about 580 deliveries that we still could not do, and that's a significant improvement from the first week."
Marion said that residents who have not received their mail may pick it up at the post office. For residents who remain displaced and unable to return to Long Beach, she recommended that they consider filling out a temporary change of address form, which she said can be done online or at a local post office.
The post office is open from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on weekdays this week and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday.


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Luxury Car Deals: March 2013
If you're interested in buying a luxury car this month, you've come to the right place. We've rounded up several of the best luxury car deals for shoppers who want to get a new high-end ride at a reasonable price.
Acura TL
Acura has three incentives available this month on its midsize TL sedan. The first is for shoppers interested in financing a 2013 Acura TL. Qualified buyers looking to finance a TL can do so with 0.9 percent interest for up to 36 months. For shoppers who don't need the TL's size - and horsepower - Acura is also offering the same deal on its smaller 2013 TSX. Lease shoppers can also get a good deal on the TL this month. Acura is touting monthly payments as low as $319 for a 36-month term, provided shoppers put down $1,499 at signing. For those who would rather put nothing down, Acura is offering a zero-down lease on the TL with payments starting at $400 per month.
The sporty 2013 BMW Z4 is available with a host of special offers in March. Shoppers looking to lease a Z4 can do so with $3,644 down and payments starting at $419 per month for 36 months. While that figure is enough for a 240-horsepower Z4 sDrive28i, shoppers who want extra power don't have to pay that much more for it. That's because the 300-horsepower Z4 sDrive35i starts at $469 per month with a similar down payment. Unfortunately, upgrading to the sought-after Z4 sDrive35is is far more expensive. Leases on that model start at $559 per month with nearly $4,300 due at signing.
Buick Verano
The compact Buick Verano is available with several incentives in March. Lease shoppers get the best deal thanks to Buick's "Experience Buick" lease program. Drivers interested in leasing a Verano can get one with around $2,000 down and payments starting at $199 per month. The lease deal offers an enticing 24-month term. It also includes free maintenance, free satellite radio and a free subscription to GM's OnStar system. Shoppers looking to buy a Verano will also get a good deal in March. For finance buyers, Buick is offering interest rates as low as 1.9 percent for up to 60 months. Drivers paying in full can get up to $500 cash back on a 2013 model, or up to $1,000 back on a highly similar 2012.
Cadillac ATS
The all-new 2013 Cadillac ATS sedan is designed to compete with the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series and Mercedes C-Class. It offers three engines: a four-cylinder, a turbo four-cylinder, and a muscular V6. Through the end of March, it's available with two special offers - rare considering it's a brand-new car. Qualified shoppers interested in financing the sedan can get interest rates as low as zero percent. While that rate is only good for 36 months, it's still a strong offer for the newly released, boldly-styled sedan. Cadillac is also offering a lease deal on the ATS this month. Drivers who can keep mileage under 30,000 can get a 36-month lease on the sedan with monthly payments starting at $299 after $2,199 at lease signing.
Infiniti G37
A few lease deals are available this month on the 2013 Infiniti G37. The best deals are on the sedan, which is now available for under $300 per month. Shoppers can lease a G37 sedan for 24 months at just $299 per month. The only catch: the deal requires $2,499 at lease signing. But there is a silver lining, as drivers who want to upgrade to an all-wheel drive G37x don't have to pay anything extra for the privilege. Shoppers who prefer the G37 Coupe also get a good lease offer in March. The handsome two-door starts at $329 for 24 months after $3,199 at lease signing. Choosing all-wheel drive bumps that figure up by $10 per month, though the initial payment remains the same.
Jaguar XF
The 2013 Jaguar XF now comes standard with a 240-horsepower turbo four-cylinder. The smaller engine achieves high fuel economy figures, hitting 19 mpg city and 23 mpg on the highway. It also lowers the XF's base price to well under $50,000. For lease shoppers, that translates to a March deal with payments starting at just $499 per month for 39 months after $4,235 at signing. Buyers looking to finance also get a great deal in March, as Jaguar is offering 0.9 percent interest for up to 36 months on all 2013 models.
Mercedes E350
The 2013 Mercedes E350 boasts a high-grade interior and a 302-hp 3.5-liter V6. In March, it also offers several strong deals for shoppers interested in leasing. The lowest monthly payment is on the 2013 E350 sedan, which starts at $579 per month for 27 months after $4,424 at lease signing. The price jumps slightly for shoppers who want Mercedes' 4Matic all-wheel drive. For an E350 4Matic, the best deals start at $599 per month. The sleek E350 Coupe is next on the price scale, with lease offers from $629 per month. Topping the range is the 2013 E350 Cabriolet, which starts at $709 per month and requires a hefty $5,003 at lease signing.
Volvo XC70
Volvo's sign and drive lease deals continue through March. One of the best rates is on the XC70 station wagon, which is available to shoppers for 36 months at $499 per month for 36 months. Of course, as the "sign and drive" name implies, that figure is available with nothing down. Best of all, Volvo makes the first $499 payment, so shoppers won't have to worry about spending a dime for over a month.
What it means to you: There are many great luxury car deals available in March for shoppers interested in a high-end new car without spending a fortune.


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Eagle Scout Tyler Stankye performing "Out Behind the Barn" in the 2010 Scout Gang Show.
Derby, CT - The more than 100 members of Cub Pack 3, Boy Scout Troop 3 and Venture Crew 33 will present their 87th Annual Scout Gang Show on May 6 & 7 at the Derby United Methodist Church. Part old time minstrel, vaudeville, and variety show, the longest running show of its kind has been performed by the scouts since 1922. Scout Gang Shows are performed throughout the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia, however the Derby Scout Gang Show, a Lower Naugatuck Valley tradition, is the only one performed in the United States. Derby's Scout Gang Show will be featured along with the Glasgow, Scotland Scout Gang Show in an upcoming book on the history of show choirs from vaudeville to Glee.
"Hootenanny" is the theme for the 2011 production. A Hootenanny can be described as an informal performance by singers, typically with participation by the audience. The audience will have the opportunity to join in with the scouts and chorus to sing olde time songs such as "Carolina in the Morning", "Shine on Harvest Moon" and "I've Got a Lovely Bunch of Coconuts". Novelty numbers include "Shaddup You Face", "Yes, We have no Bananas" and "Out Behind the Barn".
The stooges, who perform run-on skits in between the songs, are under the direction of Venture Crew 33 Committee Chairman Mr. Rodman Kneen, who has been involved with the show since performing as a Cub Scout in 1932. Venture Crew 33 Scouts serving as stooges are Michael Neuendorf, Steven Tracz, John Murray, Neeraj Madivala, Andrew Devine and Mike Tracz.
Endmen, or joke tellers for the show include Donald King, who has performed 30 years as an Endman. Joining King include Matthew Decho, Al Palumbo, Barry Howard and current Troop 3 Eagle Scouts Charles Stankye IV, Alex Oppel, Tyler Stankye and Matthew Frovarp. The Stankye brothers are third generation Eagle Scouts to perform as endmen in the show, joining their father Chuck Stankye III and grandfather Charles Stankye Jr. David Scrimenti is serving as the pianist, Scout Matthew Moran as Chorus Director and Sarah Widomski as Musical Director. Troop 3 Assistant Scoutmaster John Spinetti is in charge of lights and sound.
Many local community leaders have performed in the show in their youth including former mayors Marc Garofalo, Bill Menna and Gene Micci, Shelton Aldermanic President John Anglace and Center Stage co-owner Gary Scarpa. Stage and screen star Brian Dennehy and 1960s Green Bay Packer captain Bob Skoronski also performed in the show as scouts under pioneer scout leader and Derby Hall of Fame member Edmund D. Strang, who directed the show for a remarkable 70 years. Troop 3 Scoutmaster Randy Ritter is in his 17th year of directing the show. Ritter said "The show continues to be staged each year because it helps build self confidence for the scouts, it introduces our musical heritage to a new generation and it provides financial support for our three scout groups".
Tickets to the May 6 & 7, 7:30PM show are available for $7 from Pack 3, Troop 3 and Crew 33 scouts, or by calling 732-0343. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door. Proceeds from the show benefit the scouts attending summer camp at Housatonic Council's Edmund D. Strang Scout Reservation, Cub Scout Day Camp and the upcoming Troop 3 camping trip to the Pacific Northwest.
Cub Scout Pack 3 Derby meets 7PM on Mondays at its sponsoring organization, The Derby United Methodist Church. Venture Crew 33 meets on Thursdays and is sponsored by the Derby-Shelton Rotary Club. Troop 3 Derby is sponsored by the Derby 2nd Congregational Church and meets there on Wednesdays, at 7PM. All three scout groups are part of the Housatonic Council BSA and welcome new members from throughout the Lower Naugatuck Valley.


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25 Gardening & Outdoors Posts You Might Have Missed
May has flown by, and if you've been spending as much time outdoors as we've been writing about it, then you might not have seen all the gardening and outdoor living posts we put together this month, including an inspiring urban farm garden tour, a roundup of our best posts on bug and pest control, clever ideas for outdoor living, and some super cool luxury chicken coops! Click through the list and make sure you haven't missed our best posts!
1 Garden Envy: 10 Inspiring Gardens
2 Kelly and Erik's Urban Farm
3 Did I Buy the Right Plants? A Plant Killer Starts Over
4 Outdoor Living Inspiration: Garden and Patio Dining
5 Pest Control: Ladybugs 101
6 Double Your Space: Indoor-Outdoor Homes From Dwell
7 Our Best Posts on Natural Non-Toxic Pest and Bug Control
8 What Advice Would You Give a Beginner Gardener?
9 10 Clever Ideas for Outdoor Living
10 Garden Design Inspiration: Permeable Pavement
11 Greenhouse Constructed Using Antique Windows
12 20 Inspiring Outdoor Spaces from our Green Tours
13 Backyard Lounging: Adirondack Chairs
14 Water-Wise Planting: Xeriscape Garden Inspiration
15 Disposable Dinnerware: 9 Alternatives to Plastic
16 10 Handmade Planters For Indoor and Outdoor Plants
17 Hot Tip: How To Keep Bugs Out Of Your Rain Barrel
18 Luxury Chicken Co-Ops by Raad: Sleek and Solar-Powered!
19 How To Make a 15 Minute Oil Can Planter
20 5 Ways To Collect and Reuse Water For Plants
21 Dream Green Style: A Place To Gather in the Garden
22 A Compact DIY Wine Crate Garden
23 Poison Ivy in the Backyard: What Should We Do?
24 The Do's and Don'ts of Growing Mint
25 Summertime Prep: Greener Ways to Grill
Other Monthly Post Roundups:
• 20 Small Space Living Posts You Might Have Missed [April]
• 18 Green Cleaning Posts You Might Have Missed [March]
• 30 How To and Before & After Posts You Might Have Missed [February]


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This story appears in the March 2011 issue of National Geographic magazine.
It's not every day that a living fossil shows up in a fisherman's net.
But that's what happened in 1938, when a South African museum curator named Marjorie Courtenay-Latimer spied a bizarre creature with thick scales, unusual fins, and an extra lobe on its tail, amid an otherwise ordinary haul of fish. Though she didn't know it straightaway, Courtenay-Latimer had rediscovered the coelacanth, which was assumed to have died out at the end of the Cretaceous period but somehow outlasted many of its prehistoric peers, dwelling deep in the ocean, undisturbed—and undetected—for eons.
Since this chance sighting, Latimeria chalumnae have been found in several pockets in the Indian Ocean. No one knows how many there are—maybe as few as 1,000 or as many as 10,000. Because of the depth of their habitat, they have mainly been photographed by submersibles and remotely operated vehicles. Divers first documented the fish in 2000; in January and February 2010, a specially trained team dived deep to take pictures of a small colony in Sodwana Bay, South Africa.


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I'm sitting here listening to my sump pump going off every three minutes & thanking the Good Lord that I replaced the old one last year. And I'm no where near a flood plain (Just bad lot planning in the neighborhood about 45 years ago.)
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If you suffer from acne scars, you know just how frustrating they can be. Acne scars an have a very negative impact on your confidence, so you will want to do all you can to get rid them as quickly as possible.
One of the best ways to treat acne scars is by talking to your doctor. When you discuss the options of how to get rid of acne scars, you will have a much better chance getting rid of them and starting to feel better about the over appearance of you skin. The smoother your skin looks, usually the better most people feel about themselves.
One of the options your doctor may recommend is that you consider a laser treatment to help you get rid of the acne scars as quickly as possible. This can be a very effective way to help you get rid of acne scars and allow you to start feeling better about yourself in a very short period of time.
Laser treatments can be very effective in getting rid of acne scars and can be a huge help. One thing that you will want to bear in mind is that the use of laser treatments can get quite expensive, so you should be prepared to pay quite a lot of money to have this done.
On the other hand, if you do just can't afford laser treatments, you may want to consider acne acne scar creams to get rid of acne scars. These can be quite effective if used consistently, the most important thing to do is to use these creams consistently to allow you to get rid of the acne scars as quickly as possible. Everyone would love to get rid of acne scars and it can be done.


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Brownie Mosaic Cheesecake
Brian, my husband, loves cheesecake. It is always his birthday request. Always. Which is why I have, like, 100 different cheesecake recipes posted here and there.
However, this Brownie Mosaic Cheesecake is his favorite, if only evidenced by the fact that this is the one and only cheesecake that has made a repeat appearance on his birthday.
I mean, what's not to love? Smooth, creamy cheesecake surrounding decadent, fudgey brownie bites, and smothered in a rich chocolate ganache. Really. Be still my heart.
I posted this cheesecake over three years ago when the blog was new and my pictures were b.a.d. I've since deleted that post and am honoring this glorious, phenomenal cheesecake with better pictures and a new post.
Stunning, delicious and absolutely one of the best cheesecakes known to man, this Brownie Mosaic cheesecake needs to be made immediately by someone other than me.
I mean, it is January after all, and I'm trying to be a leeetle bit better about eating decadent, calorie-laden foods when the whole world is making low-cal resolutions.
Please, someone else, take one for the team, ok? And enjoy every bite in my behalf.
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Brownie Mosaic Cheesecake
- 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
- 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Crumb Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups or 5 ounces (3 cups or 10 ounces to double) finely ground cookies such as chocolate wafers or chocolate Teddy Grahams
- 5 tablespoons (10 tablespoons to double) butter, melted
- 1/3 cup (2/3 cup to double) granulated sugar
- 1/8 (1/4 teaspoon to double) teaspoon salt
- 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups chilled brownie cubes (from recipe above)
- 3 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, finely chopped (can use 1/2 cup chocolate chips)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon confectioners sugar
- For the brownies, preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 13×9-inch baking pan with foil, with the ends of foil extending over the two short sides of the pan. Lightly grease foil. In a large microwaveable bowl, microwave the chocolate and butter on high for one minute. Stir. Repeat the process at 50% power until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth. Stir in the sugar. Blend in the eggs and vanilla. Add the flour and salt, stirring to mix well. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake the brownies for 28-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. Do not overbake! Cool the brownies in the pan on a wire rack. Once cool, use the foil handles to remove the brownies. Refrigerate the brownies until chilled (1-2 hours) and cut into 3/4- to 1-inch cubes. Refrigerate the cubes until ready to fold into the cheesecake. You'll have more brownie cubes than needed in the cheesecake recipe so use your best judgment about what to do with those leftover brownie babies.
- For the crust, stir together the crust ingredients and press onto bottom and 1 inch up side of a buttered 10-inch springform pan. Fill right away with cheesecake or chill up to 2 hours.
- For the cheesecake filling, preheat the oven to 350°F.
- With an electric mixer or in the bowl of an electric stand mixer, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, then vanilla and sugar, beating on low speed until each ingredient is incorporated and scraping down the bowl between additions.
- Fold brownie cubes in very gently and pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Place the filled springform pan on a larger baking sheet and bake in the middle of the oven for 45 minutes, or until the cake is set 3 inches from the edge but still slightly jiggly in the center (watch the time carefully, you may need more or less baking time based on your exact oven temperature).
- Cool the cheesecake completely in the springform pan on a wire rack. When completely cool, top with the ganache glaze.
- For the ganache glaze, scald (heat just below boiling) the butter and cream in a saucepan (or in a Pyrex cup in the microwave). Place the finely chopped chocolate in a medium bowl. Pour the hot cream/butter mixture over the chocolate and let it sit for 1-2 minutes. Stir the mixture together until completely smooth and silky (it might look grainy at first but it will come together if the cream is sufficiently warm and the chocolate is chopped finely). Add the vanilla and sugar and whisk until smooth. Spread over the cheesecake. Chill until ready to serve.
- To serve, unmold the cheesecake from the springform pan, cut the cheesecake into slices and serve.
I doubled the crust because I like a lot of crust-to-cheesecake ratio, but if you don't, no worries, the crumb crust ingredients list the amounts for a regular or doubled crust. Also, for the brownies, you can basically use any brownie recipe made for a 9X13-inch pan – I would suggest a recipe that is dense and fudgey like the ones below. The brownies can be made a day in advance of making the cheesecake and refrigerated if you want to minimize prep work. The entire cheesecake, itself, can be baked, cooled and refrigerated a day in advance of serving.
Follow @melskitchencafe on Instagram and show me the recipes you are making from my blog using the hashtag #melskitchencafe. I love seeing all the goodness you are whipping up in your kitchens!
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U.K. Says Laws Permit Mass Spying on Residents Online
Government Files Testimony in Response to a Legal Challenge by Privacy-Advocacy Groups
LONDON—The British government said it can justify mass surveillance of U.K. residents' online searches and electronic communications over Internet services including Google Inc., Facebook Inc. and Twitter Inc., according to testimony disclosed on Tuesday as part of a legal complaint made by several privacy-advocacy organizations.
U.K. authorities didn't confirm they conduct that type of mass spying on residents. But they said collecting the information would be justified under broad warrants that don't require naming a specific...


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Where has Molly gone?
Watch and see if you can spot Molly the seahorse.
About Fish Stories
Fish Stories is a compilation of short animation films inspired by the Aquarium at World Museum especially for our very young visitors!
'Where's Has Molly Gone?' is a delightful fishy tale you can watch and sing along to.
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Tell us a little bit about yourself (Your studies, When did you join Dell etc.)
I joined Dell in 2014 once I graduated from the National Taiwan University. I'm currently in the Mechanical Engineer position.
What has your experience like as a University hire been? How did you hear about Dell and what was the application process like?
Dell started a new college hire program for the Taiwan Design Center (TDC) about three years ago. We are a special group within the company. Most of the team members are much more senior than us which means we have lots of mentors we can learn from. There were several channels to get the information of Dell campus hiring including job fair, company tour and roadshow. I got the information form roadshow event which introduced Dell clearly and also sharing the job position for hiring. Dell has its own website for submitting the resume all the positions is clearly described. However, it's also convenient to access the position from job wanted website for example 104 in Taiwan. After submitting the application, I was connected by HR for further process.
What are some projects that you have recently been involved with and some of your career highlights at Dell?
Currently I own a dongle project, this is the first project I'm in charge of. Besides my habitual tasks I joined powering Dell content team, making the monthly newspaper and videos for all TDC members. It's fun that we can catch the newest information of our own products and help a new hire blend into our culture.
How has Dell helped you in your learning and supported you in your first corporate environment?
We have so many ways to learn at Dell. For example the Operations and Client Solutions (O&CS) University for Engineer learning provides serial classes to teach lots soft skills (ex. presentation, problem solving and building relationship, etc). I joined the toastmaster club in TDC and we create a supportive environment for developing communication and leadership skills. As my first company after graduation, Dell planned a serial training for us to bridge the gap between school and industry and I have a group of strong and experienced colleague that could instantly response all my questions.
How would you describe Dell to your university friends and why does it make a great employer for a recent graduate or intern?
Dell is a big company with mature structure and specialization of work. Dell advocates "work and life balance". The office environment is so great providing the feeling of comfort and ease. It is a company that highly values your thoughts and suggestions. As my first company, it really helps me to grow and thrive.
What advice would you give to students or anyone for that matter who's interested in working in Dell?
Dell has flexible working environment which means you can almost fully control your own time. On the other hand, you have to learn how to use your time wisely and it's not an easy thing while most of us are used to being planned. If you want to join Dell, I believe enthusiasm would be one of the most important personalities.
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Thank you to everyone who took the time to participate in ACNM Virtual Lobby Week. Because of your efforts, 160 calls were made to 79 congressional offices. Now it's time to celebrate International Day of the Midwife, Saturday, May 5. Check out the 24-hour virtual celebration schedule of events here.
About Lobby Week
How do you make a difference in the lives of women and famililes in your community? Use your voice to deliver your story to Capitol Hill during ACNM Virtual Lobby Week May 1-3. To gear up for International Day of the Midwife, midwives will be contacting their legislators all week to raise this collective refrain: Midwives are high quality, cost effective solutions to the health care workforce shortage!
How To Participate
1.Sign up for Capwiz action alerts (You already automatically receive these if you are an ACNM member.)
2. Open the e-mail you receive on May 1 and click on "take action."
3. Enter your zip code and follow the instructions for contacting your legislators.
4. After your calls, follow up with e-mails to your legislators, or their staff members, with whom you spoke or left messages.
5. Briefly tell us about your experience in the feedback box at the bottom of the call script in the Capwiz system.
Spread the Word
Help celebrate International Day of the Midwife by forwarding this page to at least five midwives today (see share feature at the top of the page to send via Facebook, Twitter, e-mail or other virtual platform).
RSVP on Facebook at the Virtual Lobby Week event page to see who else is participating.
Take the state challenge; the state that logs the most calls by May 3 will be recognized at the ACNM 57th Annual Meeting & Exposition in Long Beach, CA, June 2-7, 2012.
Use thes tools to make your experience easy and effective:
1. Sample call script and video demo
4. Tips for communicating with legislators and their staff
If you have questions about Virtual Lobby Week, contact Monica Greenfield at [email protected] or 240-485-1844.


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Car News
Nissan Offers More for More in 2013 GT-R
- 545 horsepower now on tap from the twin-turbo V6
- Base model breaks $95,000 while Black Edition rises past $100,000
- Bargain position relative to competitors shrinks slightly
All vehicles, from economy cars to exotics, are best judged relative to competitors that offer similar characteristics and pricing. Among supercars, high-performance machines capable awesome speed and handling, value remains important. A tough field of capable competitors means a wide array of suitable vehicles for potential buyers.
Nissan's GT-R has been a key player since its arrival as a 2009 model. While the supercar Nissan calls "Godzilla" has improved since then, it has also gotten considerably more expensive. For 2013, the GT-R again gets more power and torque, but its price rises significantly. The 2013 base GT-R Premium is priced at $96,820, while the top Black Edition is $106,320.
Output is now 545 horsepower and 468 lb-ft torque, each rising by 15. The increase is thanks to a more efficient intake, a freer-breathing intercooler and better exhaust emissions efficiency. The all-wheel drive GT-R should see a modest performance gain, but even last year's car was lightning-quick, running from zero to 60 mph in under three seconds with the help of launch control.
Nissan says tweaks to the transmission design result in quieter shifts and better shift feel. Suspension tuning is revised, and racing-spec differential fluid is now standard. The Black model gets a new dry carbon fiber fixed rear wing while all 2013 GT-Rs include a standard back-up camera and blue tachometer lighting.
The price hike for the upgrades is significant, not least because the rise is greater than the 2011-2012 increase. The outgoing 2012 model was $5,890 pricier than the 2011 GT-R, but it offered a host of improvements including a 40-horsepower bump. The 2013 GT-R Premium is $6,870 more than the last model; the top Black Edition GT-R sees a price hike of $11,220.
Several race-bred sports cars make interesting value comparisons to the GT-R. The Corvette Z06 has a 505-horsepower, 7-liter V8 and starts at $76,500, leaving enough spare change for racing school and several sets of tires. On the higher end of the price spectrum, Audi's mid-engine R8 includes all-wheel drive like the GT-R, but the 430-horsepower V8 model is hundreds of pounds lighter. It starts at $118,450.
Still, the GT-R includes a standard automated manual gearbox that, along with all-wheel drive, makes possible its stunning acceleration times. The Corvette offers neither, while the Audi's price with a similar gearbox is over $126,000. Despite the price hike, the GT-R remains a unique and compelling relative value.
What it means to you: Even with increased prices for the 2013 model year, the Nissan GT-R deserves consideration among $100,000 track-ready sports cars.


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There are lots of creative ways to announce the sex of your baby to friends and family, from a simple Facebook post to a gender cake party. For parents-to-be who are (very) open to sharing pregnancy news, the latest trend: throwing an ultrasound party.
Licensed ultrasound techs across the country have formed side businesses in parties where they bring a mobile ultrasound machine and perform a sonogram for the mom-to-be and guests (often with drinks and snacks in hand). At $100-$350 a pop, they're not exactly cheap. Most of the parties are given for the gender reveal, but some are just an occasion for people to see the baby up close. "It's more of an experience and less of an in-and-out procedure," said Teena Gold to TODAY Moms, who is one half of a partnership that runs Babyface & More, which provides ultrasounds at parties.
Some doctors question the idea of ultrasound parties: "What if the ultrasonographer started the ultrasound and there was no heartbeat?" said Arkansas OB-GYN Dr. Amber Sills. But Christy Foster of Babyface & More said that if they see anything that warrants a follow-up, they tell the mother-to-be in private. More likely it's pleasant surprises that they share with their patients: one of their clients discovered she was having twins at an ultrasound party.
Would you have an ultrasound party? Have you ever been to one? Share in the comments!
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Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary | Shelton Chapel
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September 21, 2013
Cost: $35
Presenter: Rev. Dr. Helen Taylor Boursier
Learn how to use art for ministry. This workshop is designed for ministers, Christian educators, small group leaders, youth ministers, and mission team leaders. No art experience necessary.
This hands-on "art for the non-artist" workshop teaches you how to use basic art techniques as part of your ministry—whether it is local or global mission and evangelism, worship, VBS, 12-step recovery groups, or for special services of worship, such as Ash Wednesday, Taizé, and Way of the Cross.
September 26, 2013 at Noon
Cost: Free
Presenter: Jennifer Graber, Associate Professor, University of Texas, Department of Religious Studies
Professor Graber works on religion and violence in American prisons and on the American frontier. Her first book, The Furnace of Affliction: Prisons and Religion in Antebellum America, explores the intersection of church and state during the founding of the nation's first prisons. Her current project focuses on religious transformations in Indian and settler communities in a part of Indian Territory over the course of the nineteenth century.
October 3-5, 2013
Cost: $195 before Sept. 15; $225 after Sept. 15. Group rate (4 or more) $150 each, includes meals
Presenter: Rev. Eric Law, founder and executive director of the Kaleidoscope Institute for Competent Leadership in a Diverse Changing World
Take the first step toward becoming more inclusive of people across different cultures. Participants will practice communicating respectfully across differences; develop greater self-awareness and recognize their own cultural formation; lean to decode power dynamics in relation to different groups of people; and study scripture and do theological reflection from multiple cultural perspectives.
October 12, 2013
Cost: $35 per person; $25 per additional guest
Presenter: Dr. Kristin Saldine
One of the best ways to prepare for the Advent season is to speak the scripture aloud. Using our voices brings new insight and understanding to the text. This seminar combines speech communication, worship, and theology in an in-depth look at the lectionary texts for the Advent season.
In partnership with SCRAPE
October 21-23, 2013
Cost: $75 for APCE Members, $125 for non-APCE Members
Presenter: Rev. Theresa Cho
As demographics change, churches need to change the ways they worship. Discover how your church can successfully experiment with worship as an intergenerational community.
In partnership with the Presbyterian Church (USA) Tentmakers
November 1-3, 2013
Being in ministry today is often more than just taking on the role of a pastor. Come and build community with people who want to do pastoral ministry… and something else. Learn how to tell your vocational story to inspire others. Decode the structures that impact non-traditional ways of being in ministry and meet people who are making it happen. This conference is for long-time tentmakers, bi-vocational pastors, seminary students, and all those who want to help create new stories of serving God in ministry.
November 9, 2013, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $15 (includes meals)
Presenter: Dr. Leticia Guardiola-Saenz, Assistant Professor of Christian Scriptures, School of Theology and Ministry, Seattle University
A day of theological education for Hispanic pastors and church leaders to explore the transformative power of the miracles of God as performed by Jesus Christ in the midst of meagerness and abundance. You will reflect on the significance of reenacting the miracles of God in the everyday struggles of Hispanic natives and new immigrants in the US borderlands. This workshop is conducted in Spanish.
February 3-5, 2014
Lecturers: Rev. Dr. Sam Wells, Dr. Scot McKnight, Ms. Rachel Held Evans
Preacher: Rev. Shannon Johnson Kershner
8/2-17 Jennifer Lord: Presenting Paper at Societas Liturgia, Wurzburg, Germany
8/24 Admissions: YAV Orientation, Stony Point Center, Stony Point, New York
8/31 Kristin Saldine: Presenter, First Presbyterian Church Labor Day Retreat, Portland, Oregon
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WASHINGTON (AP) - November 28, 2012 --Defense Secretary Leon Panetta, Jill Biden and military families will hold a ceremonial groundbreaking for a new education center at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington.
Military leaders and Interior Secretary Ken Salazar were expected to join the groundbreaking Wednesday for the $85 million Education Center at The Wall. It will tell the stories of 58,000 soldiers who died in the Vietnam War and will honor fallen soldiers from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
The group that built the Vietnam war memorial has told The Associated Press that it is expanding the scope of the planned education center to include more recent service members.
The underground museum will include some items left at the Vietnam memorial. Organizers still must raise $38 million for construction.


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According to Whistler Blackcomb's Breton Murphy, La Niña typically adds about 40 additional inches of snow to the mountain's average annual total of 33.6 feet.… Read More
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There was positive news from the recent mark-up of FY 2014 appropriations legislation by the Senate Labor-HHS-Education Subcommittee. This was approved by the full Appropriations Committee by a 16-14 vote along party lines on July 11, 2013, and the full report, Senate Report 113-071, is available online by clicking here.
Funding of $8 million was directed to Title VII pediatric dentistry, consistent with the AAPD's request. This would restore funding to the FY 2012 pre-sequester level. Overall funding for the Title VII primary care oral health programs (of which pediatric dentistry is a part) was $32.654 million, consistent with the AAPD's request and also representing a restoration to the pre-sequester level. Report language indicates that "The Committee encourages HRSA to focus on training programs that target vulnerable populations in risk-based clinical disease management of all populations."
Once again this year no Title VII funds were diverted toward evaluating alternative dental workforce models such as dental therapists. Instead, this report language was adopted: "The Committee urges HRSA to work with CMS on the evaluation of additional models for expanding access to oral healthcare. Such models should include emergency room diversion programs and efforts under State law to deploy and evaluate new provider types." It is noteworthy that so far in 2014 no state legislature has passed dental therapist legislation.
The AAPD also advocated for continuation of funding for leadership centers in pediatric dentistry education under the HRSA Maternal and Child Health Block Grant. These programs are threatened with elimination. Report language directed the agency as follows:
"Oral Health- The Committee recognizes the key role that Maternal and Child Health Centers in Pediatric Dentistry provide in preparing dentists with dual training in pediatric dentistry and dental public health, fostering academic leadership, and developing expertise in the treatment of children with special healthcare needs. The Committee encourages HRSA to provide incentives for these centers to leverage resources to strengthen and expand their activities.
The AAPD thanks all of those advocates who attended the Public Policy Advocacy Conference in Washington, D.C. in March, which included advocacy for these programs. The AAPD thanks ADA and ADEA for their support for these programs and our collaborative advocacy efforts. For further information, please contact AAPD Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel C. Scott Litch at email@example.com.
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Pens cruise past Jets for 14th straight win
Pittsburgh, PA – The Pittsburgh Penguins didn't have their newest star on the ice, but received a contribution from one of their old ones to pick up yet another victory.
Evgeni Malkin delivered a goal in his return from a nine-game absence, while Tomas Vokoun turned back all 20 shots he faced as the red-hot Penguins ran their winning streak to 14 straight games with a dominating 4-0 decision over the Winnipeg Jets at the CONSOL Energy Center.
Pascal Dupuis scored twice and Chris Kunitz added a goal and an assist for Pittsburgh, which made some additional headlines with its blockbuster acquisition of two-time 50-goal scorer Jarome Iginla from the Calgary Flames in the early-morning hours of Thursday.
Iginla has yet to join his new teammates, with the accomplished veteran forward likely to make his Penguins' debut when Pittsburgh hosts the New York Islanders on Saturday.
Vokoun, pressed into duty with No. 1 goaltender Marc Andre-Fleury injured in Tuesday's 1-0 triumph over Montreal, also notched an assist in addition to recording his 50th career shutout.
"These guys are really special, what they're doing out there," remarked Douglas Murray, another of Pittsburgh's newcomers. The former San Jose defenseman played in his first game with the Penguins since being acquired from the Sharks on Monday.
Al Montoya finished with 39 saves for the Southeast-leading Jets, who entered the matchup of division front-runners having won two straight.
Malkin, out with a shoulder injury sustained at Toronto on March 9, didn't waste much time making his presence felt in his first game back. Camped out near the left post of the Winnipeg goal, the standout center knocked home a well-placed centering feed from James Neal with 1:28 remaining in the opening period to give Pittsburgh a 2-0 lead.
Kunitz put the Penguins in front around 3 1/2 minutes earlier, receiving a no- look back pass from Sidney Crosby near the left circle and whipping a wrister past a defenseless Montoya.
Dupuis potted both his goals, one of which came with Pittsburgh shorthanded, in the following period to place the Jets in a sizeable hole at the second intermission.
An odd-man rush up the ice resulted in his first tally, a one-timer of a delivery from Kunitz 4:12 into the frame that extended the margin to 3-0.
He struck again with teammate Paul Martin in the box late in the period, helped out by a heads-up outlet pass from Vokoun that created a 2-on-1 situation. Dupuis skated up the right side, faked a give to Tanner Glass, then fired the puck by Montoya for a break-breaking score with 1:23 left in the session.
"I think tonight, what gave us problems was their speed through the middle," Jets defenseman Ron Hainsey said afterward. "We were taking away the wall, but they were able to make some plays through the middle. We really weren't able to really cut that off and they attacked with their speed all night."
Winnipeg's best scoring chance came on a 5-on-3 power play that lasted nearly two full minutes during the initial stages of the third period, but the Jets managed only two shots on goal as Pittsburgh successfully killed the penalties off.
"Awesome 5-on-3," said Dupuis of the penalty kill. "You see (Craig) Adams, (Brandon) Sutter, (Matt) Cooke all out there putting their body on the line, blocking big shots. Lots of guts."
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The victory was also the Penguins' 11th in a row on home ice, equaling a franchise best established from Jan. 5-Mar. 7, 1991, and 12th straight over the Winnipeg/Atlanta franchise in Pittsburgh. The Jets/Thrashers last prevailed in the Steel City on Dec. 27, 2006 ... Crosby ended with two assists and now has accumulated three goals and six helpers during a six-game point streak ... Defenseman Kris Letang was also held out for Pittsburgh after reportedly fracturing his toe in Tuesday's win, with Murray replacing him in the lineup ... Jets forward Andrew Ladd was held without a point in consecutive games for the first time this season. He came into the contest as one of only four players, along with Malkin, Kunitz and Tampa Bay's Martin St. Louis, to not be kept off the scoresheet in back-to-back outings.


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Mountains & markets, temples & beaches
Busan's deep harbor and gentle tides have made it a desirable port, now fifth largest in the world. Get the big picture with a panoramic view of the city and surroundings from atop Busan Tower.
Koreans consider raw fish both a delicacy and an everyday meal, so for a look or a taste, head to the fish market, where the seafood is so fresh it's still swimming.
Cultural explorations include the 9th century Beomeosa Temple in town, or a trip to the ancient capital of Gyeongju, a "museum without walls", containing the ruins of temples, palaces, and pagodas of the 1000-year Silla Kingdom, which once ruled most of the Korean Peninsula.
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The Girl Next Door
Inside Katie Holmes's Life in New York City
By Michelle Tauber
She's the most famous ex in the city.
In the wake of her warp-speed divorce from Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes is settling into her life as a newly single mom in Manhattan.
Single, but hardly alone. So far she has had two constant companions by her side: her 6-year-old daughter Suri, of whom she won primary custody, and her mom, Kathleen, who is visiting from Holmes's hometown of Toledo, Ohio.
On Wednesday the threesome spent the day at the Central Park Zoo, where an enthralled Suri fed the alpacas and the goats – and sweetly shared the food with several other children – as her proud mom and grandma looked on. (Holmes also showed off her parenting skills by gently defusing a scenario familiar to many parents: the I-don't-want-to-leave tantrum.)
It was yet another summer outing for the three generations of Holmes women, who on Tuesday visited Chelsea Piers, a recreational center where Suri attended a one-on-one gymnastics lesson with a private coach.
A relaxed Holmes "looked natural," says an observer. Compared to the weeks leading up to the divorce, "her smile wasn't forced. It just looked more real."
Raised a Catholic
Beyond establishing her favorite kid-friendly spots –including the Children's Museum of the Arts and Alice's Tea Cup on the Upper East Side – Holmes may be putting down roots in other ways.
Raised in a Catholic family before she embraced Cruise's Scientology faith, the actress – who, a source recently told PEOPLE, "has always been more of a Catholic than a Scientologist" – has reportedly registered as a parishioner at the Church of St. Francis Xavier, a progressive Catholic church near her new home in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood. (Neither the church nor Katie's rep have commented on the report.)
The actress also has been busy feathering her new nest in an ultra-private building, where she moved with Suri shortly before filing for divorce.
Picking up high-end Frette sheets at ABC Carpet and Home the day before her divorce papers became public, "she looked like she was a woman on a mission and had a lot of things to get done on her agenda," says an observer.
One thing not on her agenda: Shooting the single-mom drama she wrote, "Molly," which was set to begin rolling this week. PEOPLE has confirmed that the film's production has been postponed indefinitely.
Meanwhile, Cruise is set to wrap filming on his upcoming sci-fi thriller Oblivion in Mammoth Lakes, Calif., in the next few days.
The actor, who was given broad visitation
rights in his divorce settlement, may head to his ex's new stomping grounds
next: He is expected to reunite with Suri, whom he hasn't seen since the
• Reporting by SYDNEY BERGER, HITHA PRABHAKAR and ALEXANDRA ZASLOW
For much more on why Tom and Katie's marriage crumbled, the phone call that ended it all and what role Scientology will play in Suri's life, pick up this week's issue of PEOPLE, on newsstands everywhere Friday


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But in the meantime here's a few things I personally would love to get for christmas and I hope it gives you all some great ideas for what to buy your loved ones, assuming they are foodies like me.
Casa Mexico. You can wipe it down, and it will brighten any kitchen.
Subscription to Fire & Knives: Tim Hayward's bespoke food quarterly, elegant writing, fine illustrations.
Persephone. They are beautifully designed, reissued classics. Six month subscription 'one book a month' £54. I've already got 'Good Food on the Aga' by Ambrose Heath. Gorgeous.
Cornishware. Cheering seaside colours, sturdy porcelain, simultaneously modern and vintage. Classic.
Finnish site.
Sacred Spirits gin and vodka. Hand made in a micro distillery in Highgate. Ticks all the boxes for me.
I love Labour and Wait near Brick Lane. I buy my candles there. I like 'quincaillerie' hardware shops, in France, Labour and Wait approximates their style.


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Buying a Caring Christmas Tree is simple but has a huge impact. Every Caring Christmas Tree funds vital work to transform lives across Scotland. Thanks to your purchase, we are able to support 7,000 people with homelessness and housing, addictions and basic furniture. We also work with children and families and help people gain the confidence and skills to find work and contribute to the life of their local community.
Can I speak to a real person?
Yes, you can! Our Tree Order Hotline is 0345 111 8733, and the lines are open Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm.
Can I choose my tree?
Yes, you can! When you place an order online, you choose what size tree you'd like. When you arrive at the collection point, show your confirmation email to the distribution volunteer and they will show you all trees of that size, help you to choose your tree, and net it for you to take home.
Can you tell me what the deadline is for placing my order?
Yes, we can! If you want to collect on Friday 7th / 8th Saturday December, the deadline is 12 noon on Monday 3rd December. If you want to collect on Friday 14th / Saturday 15th December, the deadline is 12 noon on Monday 10th December 2018.
Can you deliver my tree?
Unfortunately our delivery order deadlines have passed for 2018. For more information on delivery trees, please email email@example.com.
Tell me about these stands for my tree!
We know our customers love real Christmas trees – and they love them to stay green all through the Christmas season. Your cut tree needs water to stay green, so these stands have space for over 3 litres of water. Cinco stands have steel bolts which hold the tree upright however many decorations you use. They're made out of a tasteful dark green plastic – so you can use it every Christmas.
I only want a tree, why do you need my contact details?
So we can send you confirmation of your order and verify your card details. We don't pass your details on to anyone else, and you have the right to decline any mailings from us.
I don't have a PayPal account; can I still purchase a Caring Christmas Tree?
Yes, you can! When you get to the payment processing screen instead of logging into PayPal, simply select the button marked "Check out as a Guest". This will then take you on to a page where you can enter your card details as normal.
What's all this about Mastercard Securecode?
Many banks have introduced measures to protect their customers from fraud. The box that pops up after you've filled in your tree choice, contact details and card details is to ensure that only the cardholder uses the card. Your bank can tell you more.
What's all this about Verified by Visa?
Many banks have introduced measures to protect their customers from fraud. The box that pops up after you've filled in your tree choice, contact details and card details is to ensure that only the cardholder uses the card. Your bank can tell you more.
How do I know your site is secure?
There are two ways to check this on every website, whenever you're on a page where you're giving sensitive information. Firstly there is a small yellow padlock at the bottom right of your web browser. Secondly, the prefix in front of the website addresses (for example cct.imwp.co) changes from http to https – the s stands for secure.
Can I pay without using my card?
Yes, you can – fill in one of our paper order forms (call us on 0345 111 8733 or email us if you haven't got one yet) and return it to us with a cheque, payable to Caring Christmas Trees, for the total amount.
I've ordered a tree online, however, I haven't received the email confirmation.
Email us at firstname.lastname@example.com or phone us on 0345 111 8733, confirming your name, postal address and email address, and we'll resend!
Can I collect my tree earlier that week?
Unfortunately this isn't possible. Our customers tell us they want the freshest trees possible, so we don't cut them until the last minute!
Do you do trees with root balls?
Unfortunately we concentrate only on beautiful, environmentally friendly, needle-last, Scottish-grown, cut trees.
Can I collect my tree earlier that day?
Unfortunately the distribution volunteers, who make the trees ready to meet their owners, are not on site until the times advertised, and only they know what you've ordered.
Why do I have to bring the email confirmation when I collect my tree?
Everyone wants one of our gorgeous trees – we want to make sure you get the one you paid for! It reminds you where, when & what you're doing – and also confirms to our distribution volunteer that you really did buy a tree!
Can I purchase a tree on the day, instead of ordering online?
We ask customers to order their tree in advance, so that we can ask the tree farm to start cutting down the exact number of trees that will be required. Unfortunately this means it is not possible to guarantee that there will be any surplus trees at the distribution sites.
Caring Christmas Trees are freshly-cut, grade 1 standard Nordman Firs, grown in Scotland in managed, sustainable tree farms. Our trees are grown especially to be future Christmas trees.
We don't just go into the forest and chop down trees willy-nilly – our trees are grown as crops so once they are harvested more are replanted, which helps to manage our countryside and green spaces.
Caring Christmas Trees are great for the environment, they produce oxygen when they are growing and when recycled after Christmas via a kerbside collection or at your local recycling centre they are as near to 100% Carbon Neutral as you'll ever get.
Nordman firs are the most popular type of Christmas tree because they retain their needles very well, have glossy, deep green foliage and are an attractive shape. The needles, which point forward and grow round the branches, are soft and thick with white lines on the underside; the bark is smooth and grey. They are sourced from members of the British Christmas Tree Growers Association who ensure high environmental standards.
For tips on how to keep your tree in the best condition, visit Care of Christmas Trees on the British Christmas Tree Growers Association website.
Patrick Moore, founder of Greenpeace says,
I often say that one way to protect the environment is to choose renewable materials and energy wherever possible. Artificial trees are made from non-renewable plastics and petroleum-based products. Although some people claim that these trees last a lifetime, most are thrown away within nine years – and remain in landfill sites for centuries.
Roger Hay: British Christmas Tree Growers Association
'Real Christmas trees are absolutely the solution to environmental sustainability. Absorbing Carbon Dioxide and giving off oxygen during the growing cycle, yet completely recyclable after use, the real tree compares with the artificial tree which is manufactured from plastic and metal on the other side of the world and will lie in a landfill site for 100's of years. Think of the planet when you buy your tree.'
We're delighted you want to volunteer with Caring Christmas Trees!
All the information about dates, times, what you'll be doing, as well as sign up is available here:
If you have questions, you can email us at firstname.lastname@example.com


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Henry Schein's Sixth Annual 'Think Pink, Practice Pink' Program Sustains Support for American Cancer Society's Hope Lodge Program
Henry Schein Cares Foundation donates portion of Company's proceeds from wide selection of pink products to the American Cancer Society
Oct 18, 2011, 10:17 ET
MELVILLE, N.Y., Oct. 18, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- For the sixth consecutive year, Henry Schein, Inc. (NASDAQ: HSIC), the largest provider of health care products and services to office-based practitioners, is offering its Dental, Dental Laboratory, Medical, and Special Markets customers a wide selection of "pink products" as part of the Company's "Think Pink, Practice Pink" program. Through the end of December, a portion of the sales of these special products—ranging from health care consumables and practice supplies to apparel and gift items—will be donated to the American Cancer Society's (ACS) Hope Lodge Program through the Henry Schein Cares Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization that works to foster, support, and promote dental, medical, and animal health by improving the health and quality of life for communities around the world.
"'Think Pink, Practice Pink' uses the combined strength of Team Schein, our supplier partners and our customers to help fight cancer and support the important work of the American Cancer Society," said Stanley M. Bergman, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Henry Schein. "Each year 'Think Pink, Practice Pink' has grown in scope and importance, and it has become one of the flagship initiatives of Henry Schein Cares, our Company's global social responsibility program. We are proud to once again donate a portion of the proceeds from 'Think Pink' to the Hope Lodge program."
In its first five years, Henry Schein's "Think Pink, Practice Pink" has raised more than $460,000 for cancer care which has enabled the Henry Schein Cares Foundation to dedicate the Henry Schein Cares Welcome Center at the ACS Hope Lodge Jerome L. Greene Family Center in New York City. This gift, which will total $500,000, is the single largest financial donation to date of the Henry Schein Cares Foundation.
Through "Think Pink, Practice Pink," Henry Schein helps the ACS raise awareness of breast cancer and other cancers, and supports care provided through ACS Hope Lodges. ACS Hope Lodge is a network of free temporary housing services throughout the country where cancer patients and their loved ones are given a comfortable and supportive place to stay during their treatment and are provided with information to help them make decisions about disease treatment.
"Henry Schein's 'Think Pink, Practice Pink' program provides direct support to our American Cancer Society Hope Lodges across the nation," said Don Distasio, CEO of the American Cancer Society, Eastern Division. "By engaging health care product manufacturers and health care practitioners, 'Think Pink, Practice Pink' is saving and improving many thousands of lives."
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, during which the American Cancer Society and many national public service organizations, professional associations, and government agencies spread the message that early detection of breast cancer followed by prompt treatment saves lives.
About American Cancer Society and Hope Lodge
The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy, and services. With more than two million volunteers nationwide, the ACS is one of the oldest and largest voluntary health agencies in the United States. Headquartered in Atlanta, Ga., the ACS has state divisions and more than 3,400 local offices.
Each ACS Hope Lodge offers cancer patients and their families a free, temporary place to stay when their best hope for effective treatment may be in another city. It provides a nurturing, home-like environment where patients and caregivers can retreat to private rooms or connect with others who are going through many of the same experiences. Every Hope Lodge also offers a variety of resources and information about cancer and how best to fight the disease. There is access to the ACS 24-hour toll-free call center and Web site, as well as a comprehensive on-site library designed to help patients and caregivers make informed decisions.
Currently, there are 30 Hope Lodge locations throughout the United States. Accommodations and eligibility requirements may vary by location, and room availability is first come, first served. To find a Hope Lodge and to learn more about a specific facility, please visit that location's page, or call the ACS toll free anytime, day or night, at 1-800-ACS-2345.
About Henry Schein Cares
Henry Schein Cares, Henry Schein's global corporate social responsibility program, enhances access to health care for underserved and at-risk communities around the world. Activities supported by Henry Schein Cares focus on three main areas: advancing wellness, building capacity in the delivery of health care services, and assisting in emergency preparedness and relief. Firmly rooted in a deep commitment to social responsibility and the concept of enlightened self-interest championed by Benjamin Franklin, the philosophy behind Henry Schein Cares is a vision of "doing well by doing good." Through the work of Henry Schein Cares to enhance access to care for those in need, the Company firmly believes that it is furthering its long-term success.
About the Henry Schein Cares Foundation, Inc.
Established in 2008, Henry Schein Cares Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization, works to foster, support, and promote dental, medical, and animal health by helping to increase access to care for communities around the world. The Henry Schein Cares Foundation carries out its mission through financial and health care product donations to non-profit organizations supporting health care professionals and community-based programs focused on prevention, wellness, and treatment; disaster preparedness and relief; and capacity building of health institutions that provide training and care.
About Henry Schein, Inc.
Henry Schein, Inc. (NASDAQ: HSIC), the largest provider of health care products and services to office-based practitioners, is a Fortune 500® company and a member of the NASDAQ 100® Index. The Company is recognized for its excellent customer service and highly competitive prices. Henry Schein's five businesses – Dental, Medical, Animal Health, International, and Technology – serve more than 700,000 customers worldwide, including dental practitioners and laboratories, physician practices and animal health practices, as well as government and other institutions. The Company operates through a centralized and automated distribution network, which provides customers in more than 200 countries with a comprehensive selection of more than 90,000 national and Henry Schein private-brand products in stock, as well as more than 100,000 additional products available as special-order items. Henry Schein also provides exclusive, innovative technology offerings for dental, medical, and veterinary professionals, including value-added practice management software and electronic health record solutions.
Headquartered in Melville, N.Y., Henry Schein employs more than 14,000 people and has operations or affiliates in 25 countries. The Company's net sales reached a record $7.5 billion in 2010. For more information, visit the Henry Schein Web site at www.henryschein.com.
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You are not alone.
I was introduced to anime when I was around 5 [Mazinger Z (actually Trazor Z dub), Voltron (US dub), Transformers (hurray for American anime!)]. Then I forgot about it and didn't come back again till my college years with Dragonball Z (first dubbed then subbed). Now I am hooked again.
I ain't your maid!
I remember when if you wanted to watch anime you bought it and liked paying through the nose for the vhs!!
All jokes aside. I was a kid when Voltron came out.
I was really into it for along time and then just fell out of it. I just started watching again and I'm slowly working on show's I've missed.
OK, 62 well-won years here. Good story is good story, regardless of medium or age. Good artwork, point of view and character development will keep me going. I "like" anime but I only like a fraction of it. I don't care for murderous demon robots from future space but Clannad, Chihayafuru, Giant Killing, and even Bakemonogatari or FLCL interest me. I don't particularly care what other people think...I have a hard enough time with what I think.
You are not alone...
Anime is for all ages.
How old is old? I'm 27 and I still play Pokemon and watch both Japanese and non-Japanese animation.
Knitting up a storm!
I thought I was old even... but hahaha I'm 10 years too early
UBC Science or UTSG Rotman Commerce?
33 going on 34 and I have to say that I am a sucker for romance/drama anime and manga. Been watching anime and reading manga since my teens. Ranma 1/2 was my first anime and manga! Nothing to be ashamed of! You like what you like. I get weird looks sometimes when I blurt out that I love watching anime to coworkers or someone pokes their head over my shoulder while I am entranced in reading manga on my phone and asks "hey, what you reading?" But I just smile. Live life t make yourself happy I say and anime/manga makes me happy :p
I'm 44 years old. I got into anime because of my two boys (one's 18 years old now and the other is 17 years old now).
They got me hooked with "Naruto" ... then "Naruto Shippuden."
I have felt "the odd person out" because of age, but it is nice to see some anime fans around my age. = )
The funny thing is, the students at my work are amazed I am able to talk with them about anime and manga with them. ^_^
Smile!! ^_^
Hi everybody,
I'm glad you post this topic, I've personally have thinking about this matter because there are quite a lot of young people in this site. However, I find the most interesting opinions and ideas from adults, you can say 20's 30's 40's or more. I think a lot of the shounen fan's should be around 16 years old, and since I'm not really in the stereotypical shonen kind of shows any more (Bleach, Naruto, One peace, Reborn) I actually feel lucky to have adult people to talk about, let's say, more sophisticated stuff, stuff that represents a moral or emotional challenges, or people that is able to appreciate for the art and not only for the large scale action scenes. I'm definitely not saying that all the people around 16-20 years are like this.
I'm 26 and I think that there are animes that I'm able to enjoy in a more deep sense now than when I was a teenager. I would like to be on a group with all the people that have make comments in this topic!
I'm 24, and have been watching Anime when i was younger as well. But I'm not much of a Forum kind of guy so I don't comment much on them.
Old fart reporting for duty, or something in that direction. 34 year old collecter of anime, have been a fan since I was a kid... but ayayay how difficult it was to get anime back then.
I think you'll find a lot of the older members participating in threads other than "General Discussion". From what I've seen, there are quite a few members that are over 30.
Well, I am 18, but I will not stop watching anime or liking certain stuff, regardless of my age. F that. Anime is for all ages.
Assassination Classroom <3
I'm 46, and other than a few series over the years (Elfin Lied, Blue Gender, Witch Hunter Robin) I haven't really had much interest. The recent release of the PS3 app is what got me hooked, and I've been devouring anime like crazy since.


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Lori Swanson
Lori Swanson (D)
Minnesota Attorney General
Elected: 2006, 2010, 2014
Suite 102, State Capital 75 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Saint Paul, MN 55155
(651) 296-3353 or 1-800-657-3787 | TTY: (651) 297-7206 or 1-800-366-4812
Lori Swanson was elected attorney general of the state of Minnesota in 2006, and reelected in 2010 and 2014. She is Minnesota's 29th attorney general and its first female attorney general. Attorney General Swanson has been an advocate for Minnesota citizens in areas like consumer protection, predatory lending, health care, utility rate hikes, telecommunications, public safety, and protecting senior citizens from financial fraud.
Lawyers USA named Attorney General Swanson one of the top ten attorneys in America in 2009. In 2012, the national publication "Health Leaders" magazine named Lori as one of 20 Americans who are making a difference in healthcare. The National Consumer Law Center gave her the Robert Drinan "Champion of Justice" award for her consumer protection work. She was awarded the Pro Patria Award for her support of National Guard and Reserve members deployed to active duty. She received the Financial Advocacy Award from Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota in 2012 for her advocacy for families in vulnerable financial situations.
Attorney General Swanson shut down the largest consumer credit arbitration company in the country after discovering that it stacked the deck against consumers and in favor of credit card companies and had hidden ties to the collection industry. Her lawsuits against insurance companies that sold inappropriate policies to senior citizens resulted in millions of dollars in refunds to the elderly. She stopped a bill collector that orchestrated the aggressive collection of money from sick and injured patients in hospital emergency rooms and took action against companies that sold phony health insurance policies, hospitals that charged unlawful interest rates, and clinics that deceptively enrolled patients in high-interest credit cards. She held utilities to account for unfair rate hike requests and unfair pricing schemes.
At the State Capitol, Lori has shepherded into law numerous legal reforms. Her office drafted and helped secure the enactment of a nationally-recognized predatory mortgage lending law (called one of the top 10 policies in America), as well as laws to protect kids from cyberbullies and online predators, to give prosecutors more tools to go after sex offenders, to protect victims of domestic abuse, and to give members of the military more consumer protections when deployed to active duty.
From 2003 to 2006, Lori served as solicitor general for the state of Minnesota. From 1999 to 2002, she served as deputy attorney general. Prior to that, Lori was an attorney in private practice. Lori graduated magna cum laude from William Mitchell College of Law and with distinction from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, whose School of Journalism gave Lori the Distinguished Service Award in 2014. She and her husband live in Eagan.
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