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WASHINGTON – California is suffering an epic drought. It's not the worst drought the state has ever had, but it's certainly the worst drought the state has ever had while housing tens of millions of residents and containing a significant fraction of U.S. agricultural production. And there's some suggestion that this may be the new normal – not just because of global warming, as you've probably already read, but also because California's natural condition is "extra dry." An expert interviewed by Tom Philpott of Mother Jones says that the 20th century, which saw California's rise as an agricultural powerhouse, was an unusually wet period for the state. Merely reverting to "normal" would mean having about 15 percent less water – and the state is still growing.
That does not mean that California will become an uninhabited desert, scattered with wind-scoured ruins providing a silent and reproachful testimony to Man's hubris. California has enough water to support quite a lot of population growth – if it cuts out a lot of that agriculture. It may even be able to support most of the agriculture – if people start leaving. The problem is, it may not be able to manage both unless the rains return or it finds some clever way to reclaim low-cost potable water from the sea.
In a worst-case scenario, my money is on agriculture losing out; its lobbyists are motivated, but they're simply outnumbered by all the city dwellers. So it's worth contemplating what a dramatic scale-back in California's agricultural production would do to California – and the rest of us.
Every time I visit California, I'm struck anew by its amazing food. Part of its quality is due to the sheer number of immigrants it has and the sheer number of restaurants at which they start to sell their native cuisine. But to my mind, an even more important factor is simply the year-round availability of high-quality local ingredients, especially the produce. There's a reason the locavore movement started on the West Coast – and has mostly stayed there, in its more orthodox forms. I know a few people on the East Coast who decided to go locavore, and their commitment lasted, on average, less than one month after the farmers' market closed in the fall. It's easier to give up chocolate than to commit to a seven-month period during which you subsist on home canned vegetables, fruits preserved in sugar and a handful of root vegetables.
If California's agriculture has to scale back, the first and most obvious effect is that the quality of food would decline to something closer to, though still at least somewhat better than, what you get in a major urban area in the Mid-Atlantic states. The second and almost as obvious effect would be on the rest of us: Much of the produce in your supermarket would become dramatically more expensive, especially in the winter. The Midwest could basically take over the job in the summer, and imports from South America could probably make up some of the remaining difference, but most of us would be relying a lot more on frozen fruit and vegetables, and a lot less on fresh.
That's not all bad – I actually prefer frozen fruit for cooking, because it's picked and frozen ripe, rather than picked green and rotten by the time it hits store shelves. But it would be a massive change in how many of us cook. It would also widen the divide between how the upper middle class and beyond eat, and how the rest of the country does.
Of course, I hope it doesn't come to that; I hope that wise water management and greater snowfall in the Sierras can save our fresh produce for many decades to come. But just in case, it wouldn't hurt to find some recipes that use frozen vegetables.
Megan McArdle is a Bloomberg View columnist who writes on economics, business and public policy.


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Carol Matsuzaki:
I first met Edgar about 5 years ago; he was taking a PE tennis class that I was teaching. He was the most skilled student in the class, so he would encourage and help his classmates. What was amazing about this was that he would do this without making his classmates feel like he was superior to them and without making me feel like he was taking my job. He was amazing like that. He definitely left an impact on me just from that class. Fast forward to April 2006; Edgar calls me out of the blue and asks if I remember him, and if he can help me out in any way, in terms of coaching. I remember saying, "Of course," to both questions, without the need to think or hesitate. After the fall season, we sometimes talked about his career path, and sometime during the winter he decided that he would like to be a head coach at the college level someday. This was a huge step for someone who was truly able to see the good and find the happiness in any and every possible type of job or state of being there is. Edgar was great at coaching. I think he knew that. You'd have to be pretty dense not to see that. He was an amazing motivator, teacher, and provided tons of encouragement. He loved to challenge, to be and feel challenged, and to completely feel and love every single moment of his life. I miss Edgar immensely, but I'd like to think that wherever he is, he's doing great. His presence will always be felt and I am so very thankful that we ever ran into each other.
Karl Grohmann:
Edgar man, you were one strange guy when I met you. Not knowing anything about you, they put us together as a team for a tennis tournament. Oddly enough, we made to the finals, go figure. At first, I was skeptical about your ways, but as everyone else can agree to, I quickly was aware of what you were trying to do. We became friends and you were an ear that I could trust. Just speaking with you, I know you didn't go young, but went with an undeniable passion for learning life. And you accomplished it. Your life is surrounded with so much mystery and it surely carried you away. Mystery will miss you and so will all of us. I'll visit you soon. Oh, and I want my tennis racquet back. Your's for mine, fair trade?
Leslie Hansen:
Edgar's enthusiasm was remarkable. He was always ready to give it his all on the tennis court, where it was easy to see how much he loved the sport. His positive attitude was contagious. Edgar made it easy to work hard at practice and he gave you the confidence to play harder in a match. He was always prepared with a compliment, joke, or a story to tell. With Edgar around you were guaranteed to smile. I'll never forget how kind he was to me during my freshman year at MIT. I will truly miss him as a coach and friend.
Mariah Hoover:
What couldn't Edgar do? All the girls on the team could count on his overwhelming enthusiasm to make us forget about being at school while at tennis practice. My favorite Edgarism was his comments during drills: "You're super", "Beautiful", "Amazing!" and every time he said it, we took it as personal encouragement. I have never wanted to work so hard for something so simple as the words "Awesome job Mariah" after a drill was over. He told me to bring on the intensity during changeovers and I would be able to take it to the next level because I knew Edgar would if he were playing instead of me. While he may be gone, his passion gave me a year of tennis I will take with me into my senior year.
Anisa McCree:
Edgar was one of the most positive people I have ever met. He was a huge part of the team's morale and attitude. His influence will be with us always.
Karina Pikhart:
A friend once told me that she loves celebrating even the smallest things in life, because if you stop celebrating the little things, life gets boring. I think one of the things I loved most about Edgar and learned most from him is how wonderful it is to live that way - always with a smile, always excited about the littlest of things. I never ever heard Edgar complain about anything; I only knew him to be praising people, my teammates and our opponents alike, and seeing all the good in every aspect of any situation. In every match and practice situation, the energy that Edgar gave to the tennis and team environment was undeniable, and it was contagious. There was no way to slip past Edgar with a bad attitude or unhappy day; he guaranteed a smile, both on his face and yours, just by being himself. I am so grateful for the year of tennis that I got to share with Edgar. I was looking forward to so much more; I couldn't wait to see what this year would bring. Although the tennis season won't play out in just the way that I imagined it, with Edgar physically there at every practice and match, I know that his impact on the team was so strong that it will not be forgotten. I think it must be every coach's dream to teach the individuals on their team lessons that will last longer than the regular practices and competitions that the player and coach share. With that in mind, I must say I am still excited about the upcoming season, and especially excited to see the magic that Edgar performs as our coach, even when he is far, far away. Thank you, Edgar, for all the lessons you taught me in such a brief flicker of time.
Lisa Shank:
I first met Edgar last summer, over a year ago, when I needed a hitting partner and he wasn't yet officially a part of the team. I have never met anyone so excited just to hit a few balls around for an hour or two. When asking me to hit, he often ended his e-mails similar to this fashion: "SO LET'S HIT TUESDAY!!!?????!?&**&^!?!?!?!!!!!!????!!!!!!!!!&(!!" It never failed to make me smile. He motivated me to get out on the court day after day, and gave me faith in my shots, especially my backhand. When it was too hot or I got too tired to keep playing, we would sit in the shade for awhile and talk about tennis, music, movies, relationships and even just philosophy and life. Once, we talked for so long that we lost track of time and Edgar was an hour and a half late to meet someone. The thing about Edgar that inspired me the most is that he never seemed afraid. He never seemed afraid to lose (or win) on the court, he never seemed afraid to say whatever he thought, he never seemed afraid to do anything. He actually did the things that other people only contemplated doing, like hitchhiking across the country. He took the time to enjoy life. I admired this about him, because I wish that I was more like that. In a way, I think he inspired me to become more like him. Edgar was beyond ecstatic when he became a part of our tennis team. This team meant a lot to him. I wish that he was still here, I wish that we had spent more time together, I wish a lot of things. But mostly, I'm just glad that I had the honor to get to know Edgar. I'm glad that he left such a positive impact on my life, because in a way, it is like he is still here.
Katie Smyth:
Dear Edgar, I will always admire your ability to brighten everyday and to shed positive light on any situation. Sometimes I failed to realize how your resoundingly optimistic spirit impacted not just my game but my life. You were always there on the sidelines cheering us on even in those matches that would have otherwise been considered a lost cause. As frustrated as I would become, you were always there to push me harder, to give me some kind words and an 'awesome' new perspective. In essence, your life and your personality can be summed up with your favorite word 'awesome.' Even if you are no longer here with the team, I feel that we will feel your awesome presence and spirit for a long time yet. You might be done living, but you are not done affecting our lives. We will always miss you Edgar. With Love, Katie
Yi Wang:
Edgar has always been so different. It's true that I probably didn't get to know him as well as others, but even so, he was someone you meet, and don't forget. First off, he was pretty insane. I still can't believe he ran a marathon without any training while videotaping his progress and giving commentaries. Of course, that's only one out of the many crazy things he's done. Edgar's sense of humor and the things he talked about were also very...different. He would say the weirdest, most out of the blue things. It was all very amusing. Of course, he was always smiling, and friendly to everyone. But what made him unique was how he was always positive - it was a contagious happiness. In the context of tennis, there were many times when I was upset about the way I was playing, but Edgar would always be there to pump me up, and get me thinking positive again. Even when I replied negatively, and stubbornly stuck to being pessimistic, Edgar wouldn't give up, and continued to pile tons of encouragement on me. What made it more amazing was the fact that he came to nearly every match with us, no matter how far it was.


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Social investment: Commission urges Member States to focus on growth and social cohesion
The European Commission has called on Member States to prioritise social investment and to modernise their welfare states. This means better performing active inclusion strategies and a more efficient and more effective use of social budgets. The call features in a Communication on Social Investment for Growth and Cohesion just adopted by the Commission.
The Communication also offers guidance to Member States on how best to use EU financial support, notably from the European Social Fund, to implement the outlined objectives. The Commission will closely monitor the performance of individual Member States' social protection systems through the European Semester and formulate, where necessary, Country Specific Recommendations.
"Social investment is key if we want to emerge from the crisis stronger, more cohesive and more competitive. Within existing budget constraints, Member States need to shift their focus to investment in human capital and social cohesion. This can make a real difference if we want to make real progress towards the objectives of the Europe 2020 strategy. Social Investment today helps to prevent Member States having to pay much higher financial and social bills tomorrow" declared László Andor, Commissioner for Employment, Social Affairs and Social Inclusion.
The social consequences of the current financial crisis are very serious. The Social Investment Package, just presented by the Commission, gives guidance to Member States on more efficient and effective social policies in response to the significant challenges they currently face. These include high levels of financial distress, increasing poverty and social exclusion, as well as record unemployment, especially among young people. These are combined with the challenge of ageing societies and smaller working age populations, which test the sustainability and adequacy of national social systems.
The Social Investment Package includes a Commission Recommendation against child poverty, calling for an integrated approach to child-friendly social investment. Investing in children and young people is especially effective in breaking intergenerational cycles of poverty and social exclusion and improving people's opportunities later in life.
The Social Investment Package is an integrated policy framework which takes account of the social, economic and budgetary divergences between Member States. It focusses on:
The Social Investment Package is based on an analysis of data (e.g. the 2012 Employment and Social Developments in Europe Review – see IP/5/13) and existing good practices which demonstrate that Member States with a firm commitment to social investment – that is, benefits and services that strengthen people's skills and capabilities – have lower rates of people at risk of poverty or social exclusion, higher educational attainment, higher employment, lower deficits and higher GDP per capita.
The Social Investment Package consists of a Communication setting out the policy framework, concrete actions to be taken by Member States and the Commission and guidance on the use of EU funds to support reforms. It is accompanied by:
The Social Investment Package builds upon the European Platform against Poverty and Social Exclusion and complements other recent Commission initiatives to address Europe's social and economic challenges, namely the Employment Package, Youth Employment Package and the White Paper on Pensions. These initiatives have given Member States additional guidance on national reforms needed to honour commitments to the agreed Europe 2020 targets.
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ANAHEIM – The new hero of social media and law enforcement was resting peacefully today after the removal of a bullet that pierced his jaw and lodged in his chest.
Bruno, a seven year-old German shepherd and member of the Anaheim Police Department's K-9 unit, was shot by a suspect during an armed confrontation with police Thursday afternoon and successfully underwent surgery Thursday night.
The suspect — who has not been identified — was killed in the exchange of gunfire at about 3 p.m.
The incident followed an attempt by two Orange County probation officers to check on a probationer on the 1100 block of North Mayfair Avenue at 2 p.m.
The bullet that Bruno took in the line of duty unleashed a torrent of herograms on Twitter from across the law enforcement spectrum.
Among the well-wishers were Los Angeles Police Department Chief Charlie Beck, deputies from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department K-9 unit, the Long Beach Fire Department and the Mountain View Police Department.
The explanation for this outpouring of puppy love was provided by a tweet from LAPD HQ: "Pups are partners, but also family."
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How to Retire Your Professional Identity
What's the best way to forge a new identity after leaving the workforce?
SARA LAWRENCE-LIGHTFOOT: In her classic book, "Becoming an Ex," sociologist Helen Rose Fuchs Ebaugh analyzed the processes of leave-taking experienced by people exiting from roles that had centrally defined their identity. Based on a diverse sample of more than 100 people—including those experiencing career changes and retirements—ex-cops, ex-doctors, ex-teachers, ex-athletes, ex-military, ex-priests, (Ebaugh herself was an ex-nun)—she traced their disengagement from their former identities and their re-socialization to new ones, and discovered that the path forward included four distinct stages.
During the initial stage—"first doubts"—individuals begin to question their commitment to their role and start to reimagine and reinterpret the qualities and responsibilities they have always seen as defining who they are. In the second stage, people begin to seek and weigh "role alternatives," first with a vague general awareness of possibilities, then with more focus and agency. The third stage—"the turning point"—marks the moment when people actually leave their roles, often announcing it publicly, to discourage any backpedaling. During the last stage—"creating an ex-role"—individuals struggle with establishing themselves in their new identity while they continue to disentangle themselves from the self-perceptions and societal expectations of their previous role (what Ebaugh calls their "hangover identity").
Ebaugh's stage theory offered a useful framework for interpreting the rich and complex narratives I heard as I engaged in the research for my own book "EXIT" (2012); particularly those tales people told of exiting from their careers, from the organizational anchors and professional roles that had largely defined them. But in the voices of my interviewees—voices filled with yearning and regret, determination and resistance—the stages seemed less neat and discrete, their paths more uncertain and rocky. I listened to them tell about the difficulties of letting go and leaving; the tensions and ambivalence that people experienced—whether their exits were chosen or forced—in taking on their new life when they could still feel the vestigial residue of the old.
So what are a few of the insights we might draw from the juxtaposition of neat stages and messy paths? First, the process of transformation will take time; movements forward shaped through conscious, rational choices, anticipatable steps and haunting and surprising detours. Second, a major struggle of redefining ourselves is blending the old with the new; incorporating the "residual role" into our reconstructed identity; and resisting the public appraisal and scrutiny that would keep us tethered to our old identities. Third, without the ballasts of an organizational role and professional identity, when we leave the workplace, we are forced to provide our own scaffolding for our newly constructed identity; one forged out of risk, imagination, courage and a growing self confidence that we—after all—are not now defined by what we do, but by who we are and who we are becoming.
Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot is the Emily Hargroves Fisher professor of Education at Harvard University. She is a MacArthur prize winner and author of the recent book, "EXIT: The Endings that Set Us Free."
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Vancouver bids fond farewell to WorldMUN 2012 | 16 March 2012
It took two years to plan, one week to run, and now it's over except for the final reporting. 2,000 delegates from around the world descended on Vancouver, Canada for one magical week in March 2012. During their time here, they toured world-renowned and beautiful Whistler, one of the world's largest ski resorts; they cheered as they proudly greeted WorldMUN's arrival during the Opening Ceremony at the Orpheum Theatre; they debated and engaged in passionate diplomacy for 4 days at the beautiful Vancouver Convention Centre, located at the Downtown waterfront; they laughed and danced at WorldMUN's nightly social events at Science World, Vancouver Convention Centre, Whistler Village, and University of British Columbia; they enjoyed some relatively mild and dry Vancouver weather throughout; they shed a tear and saluted their new-found friends at the emotional Closing Ceremony, highlighted by the lighting of the Olympic Cauldron and fireworks display.
This was the 21st Session of the World Model United Nations. All in all, it was truly an event to remember.
This week would not have been made possible without WorldMUN's dedicated and talented army of 500 volunteers: the pages who delivered notes in committee; the Chairs and Assistant Chairs who helped committee run so smoothly; the Host Committee whose countless sleepless hours, innovations, and dedication has contributed to the success of this WorldMUN conference; and the Harvard Secretariat, for their unwavering support and encouragement throughout the entire process and the course of this week.
So as we pass the torch to our to-be-determined friends at WorldMUN 2013, we bid you fond farewell from Vancouver. Thank you for wonderful memories and contributing to the "best-ever" WorldMUN conference.
Come Together, GO BEYOND.
Important Reminders Before Departure to Vancouver | 6 March 2012
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Itinerary for WorldMUN 2012 | 2 March 2012
The daily itinerary for the 21st World Model United Nations Conference in Vancouver has been released. To view the full schedule, click here.
A Letter from United Nations Secretary-General BAN Ki-moon | 29 February 2012
"I am counting on your continued leadership and engagement. By participating in this Model United Nations, you will hone your negotiating skills and gain insights into what it takes to achieve consensus and progress...you can make your voices heard and drive political and social change...". Read the full letter here.
Position Papers Due March 1st | 26 February 2012
This is a reminder that Position Papers are due to your Harvard Chair at 9 PM EST (Boston Time) on Thursday, March 1st. Please ensure that your papers have been submitted before the deadline in order to be considered for awards.
Registration begins for Workshops & Seminars | 24 February 2012
With a theme of "Go Beyond-Tomorrow's Leaders", the Workshops and Seminars Program aims to inspire the delegates as leaders of tomorrow by providing those brightest young minds with the opportunities to engage in dialogue with leading scholars, politicians, diplomats and business leaders.
The Workshops and Seminars Program is held on Monday, March 12th and Wednesday, March 14th. All sessions are held at the West Building of the Vancouver Convention Centre and are FREE of charge to delegates, visiting faculty advisors, volunteers, UBC and other local college/university students. Click here for more information.
In-Conference and Half-Day Trip sales to end on February 29 | 18 February 2012
From concrete jungles to historic mid-rises; breathtaking vistas to tranquil riversides; death-defying heights to subtle waterways; our in-conference trips and excursions will satiate all your sightseeing desires. Registration and sales for In-Conference Trips end on February 29. Click here to purchase.
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NIGHTLY SOCIAL EVENTS PACKAGES GO ON SALE! | 16 January 2012
Package sales for the Nightly Social Events of WorldMUN 2012 Vancouver have begun! Be sure to purchase the ALL-ACCESS EVENTS & HALF-DAY TRIP PACKAGE before January 31st to save money with the early-bird discounted rate! The package includes a Half-Day Trip and Nightly Social Event at the mountain town of Whistler: North America's best and largest ski resort! Click here to purchase.
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Last opportunity to book your discounted WorldMUN 2012 hotel rooms | 3 January 2012
With other events and conferences going on in the city during the WorldMUN week, and with discounted hotel room rates nearing their expiration dates, it is vital that you book your accommodations now. Choose among many select discounted WorldMUN hotel options including the Marriott Pinnacle Vancouver Downtown and the Marriott Renaissance Vancouver Harbourside. Marriott International is the Official Hotel Sponsor of Vancouver 2012. Click here for more information on all hotel options.
Happy New Year! | 1 January 2012
With just 69 days to go, we hope your preparations for WorldMUN 2012 are now underway and we look forward to seeing you here in Vancouver!
Save up to 20% on air travel to Vancouver with the STAR ALLIANCE™ global airline network | 23 November 2011
Star Alliance is the Official Airline Network of WorldMUN 2012! Registered participants plus one accompanying person travelling to Vancouver can qualify for a discount of up to 20%, depending on fare and class of travel booked. For more information on obtaining the discounts, Click here.
Pre- and Post-Conference Trip route options unveiled | 22 November 2011
Thinking about exploring other parts of Canada during your visit to Vancouver for WorldMUN 2012? We have it covered for you! We have a thrilling Whistler ski trip option plus exciting tours to Vancouver Island, Seattle, the Canadian Rockies, Toronto, Montréal, and Ville de Québec! For more information, Click here.
Registration concludes for WorldMUN 2012 Vancouver | 16 November 2011
Delegate registration has closed for the 21st World Model United Nations Conference. We look forward to seeing you here in Vancouver in March!
Last opportunity to register for WorldMUN 2012 Vancouver | 5 November 2011
Delegate Registration for WorldMUN 2012 closes on 15 NOVEMBER 2011. All registrants must pay their US$75 registration fee and at least 25% of all delegate fees by this date to be considered eligible to attend the conference. This is also the date by which contact information and country preferences must be finalized, financial assistance applications must be submitted, and special applications completed. To register now, Click here.
Happy U.N. Day! | 24 October 2011
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Volunteer for WorldMUN 2012 and be part of an experience-of-a-lifetime | 1 October 2011
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Registration for World Model United Nations 2012 Vancouver begins | 3 September 2011
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Crashing into the Carolina Panthers' backfield Thursday night was a heady moment for Ravens rookie defensive lineman Brandon Williams.
Especially since the 6-foot-1, 335-pound third-round draft pick recorded his first NFL sack against elusive Panthers quarterback Cam Newton, a former top overall pick of the draft and Heisman Trophy winner who won a national championship at Auburn.
"I've been watching that guy, Cam, growing up, and when I was in college, " said Williams, a sleeper from Division II Missouri Southern who decked Newton for a 10-yard loss. "When I hit him, it didn't sink in until afterwards that I got a sack and hit Cam Newton."
Through three preseason games, Williams has recorded 10 tackles with seven solo tackles and one sack.
The Panthers' offensive line didn't mount much interference to slow down Williams' charge.
"The guy didn't really get his hands on me," Williams said. "He gave me a little flipper and I got in there."
The Ravens' defense doesn't square off with any dual-threat quarterbacks quite like Newton this season
Playing against him provided a test of their mobility.
Newton completed 10 of 19 passes for 99 yards for no touchdowns or interceptions. He also rushed for 20 yards on two carries, but was sacked three times.
For Ravens starting weak-side linebacker Josh Bynes, playing against Newton brought back old memories from their days as teammates at Auburn.
"That's the kind of quarterback who's good on his feet and you got to contain him in the pocket," Bynes said. "We practice all the time against Tyrod [Taylor], so he gives us a great look when he takes off running and scrambling. It was a great feeling playing against Cam."
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Doctor Who: The Power Of Three had an Appreciation Index or AI score of 87.
The score is a measure of how much the audience enjoyed the episode. It is based of a survey of 5000 people. The score of 87 puts the programme into the excellent category.
Doctor Who was the joint highest scorer on the two main channels for the day, along with Casualty and Formula 1.
With Sunday's overnight figures now available, Doctor Who is 19th for the week. Final consolidated ratings will be released next Monday.


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— It was only a beginning for John Beck and the Washington Redskins, and doubts about the inexperienced quarterback surely will linger after his first preseason start.
But this much was revealed: The former Ravens backup seems capable of running coach Mike Shanahan's offense. Beck knows what offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan expects of him. The Shanahans' confidence in Beck, privately questioned even among employees at Redskins Park, might not be crazy after all.
In an efficient preseason debut Friday night, Beck didn't do anything to embarrass himself or his mentors during a 16-3 victory over the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium.
"I thought he did a good job," Mike Shanahan said. "It's nice to give him some playing time … and finally get a chance to go live."
Held out of Washington's preseason opener against Pittsburgh because of a groin injury, Beck watched Rex Grossman, also competing for the starting job, play well statistically in a victory. Beck got his turn against the Colts and provided more for the Shanahans to consider as he played the entire first half.
He connected on 14 of 17 pass attempts. Beck had 140 yards, no turnovers and finished with a strong 101.0 passer rating.
His best work occurred in producing points.
Behind Beck, the Redskins took a 16-0 halftime lead. They scored on their first four possessions — including the first two against the Colts' first-team defense — during the opening two quarters, getting a short touchdown run from back Tim Hightower and three short Graham Gano field goals.
There were no big-yardage plays from the quarterback position. Beck's longest gain was a 23-yarder to wide receiver Donté Stallworth, also a former Raven. He took what was there and completed check-down passes instead of taking risks downfield.
"I'm antsy to see the tape to see things I can improve on," Beck said. "I know there's going to be a lot of things I can take from this and say, 'All right, we can tweak this.' But it felt good to just get out and play again."
Beck would have preferred to end the scoring drives with touchdowns instead of field goals. But after waiting so long for a real chance to lead a team, after wondering whether his shot would ever come, Beck did enough to maintain solid footing in his ongoing competition with Grossman, who entered after halftime and completed seven of 12 passes for 88 yards and an interception before giving way to third-stringer Kellen Clemens. Instead of trying for home runs when the defense dictated going for singles, Beck simply directed the offense as the Shanahans expected him to do.
His steadiness won't be lost on the Shanahans, who know what they want.
Smartly, they helped Beck with their play-calling, enabling him to ease into his big preseason moment.
Hightower rushed on Washington's first two plays from scrimmage. On the third play, Beck completed a 19-yard pass across the middle to wide receiver Jabar Gaffney, who was tackled at the 1-yard line. Three plays later, Hightower scored to help Washington take a 7-0 lead.
Beck's other pass on the drive fell incomplete after a Colts defender tipped the ball near the line. The throw to Gaffney, though, was perfect, and having his first drive end with a touchdown was a good start for Beck.
He was only getting warmed up during a productive first quarter for Washington's offense.
On the Redskins' second possession, Beck made plays while helping Washington extend its lead to 10-0. Needing eight yards on third down from the Colts' 42-yard line, Beck completed a 9-yard pass to wide receiver Anthony Armstrong.
In the first quarter of his first start, Beck completed 7 of 9 passes for 73 yards. He had a 100.5 passer rating.
More importantly, the offense kept moving. The Redskins have to improve their offensive efficiency this season, and positive reinforcement always helps.
If the Shanahans pick Grossman as the starter to open the season, they're taking the safe route, and sometimes that's the best course. Grossman has started 34 games, including three for Washington last season. His resume includes a Super Bowl appearance. He's beginning his ninth NFL season.
Presumably, Grossman's experience could provide a sense of stability at the game's most important position for a franchise learning a lot about itself while undergoing major roster turnover. There's nothing wrong with that.
The Redskins, however, don't have the luxury of playing it safe. Not now.
Not with the heavy workload Shanahan still faces to restore belief in a franchise that hasn't consistently provided reason for optimism in a long time. Not with a fan base that continues to support the organization despite only three playoff appearances in the past 12 seasons. And not with Shanahan needing to jump-start his restoration program after the Donovan McNabb setback in Year One.
Shanahan came to Ashburn with a three-year plan, Redskins people tell you. He quickly determined what needed to be done and set out to do it, but now he's playing catch-up because of the McNabb mistake.
If everything you hear about Beck is correct, he could provide a needed spark. If Mike and Kyle Shanahan are right about his supposed high ceiling, Beck could help them get back on track. The Shanahans will need some good fortune to get the Redskins turned around, and perhaps Beck will play a big part in providing a bridge to better times.
On Friday, Beck may have taken another step in doing just that. The Shanahans will ultimately determine if he's given a chance to get there.


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"Mom, I Need Some Money"
Teens and Money
Youth fads come and go, but one trend remains the same: Teens love spending money. According to a recent study, kids ages 12 to 17 on average spend $46 a week — that's $2,392 annually — yet most have no sense of personal finance. "It's essential to teach kids about money management now, to protect them from a future of unchecked spending and debt," says Linda Sherry, a spokesperson for Consumer Action in Washington, D.C.
First, you need to create a budget with your kid. Discuss his various expenses and let him know what you're willing to pay for. Determine an appropriate allowance — teens need pocket money to understand the consequences of their spending decisions. Make it clear that there will be no cash advances, and set boundaries. "If a purchase violates your values, it's your responsibility to say, 'You may not buy clothing with offensive language,'" says Janet Bodnar, author of Raising Money Smart Kids (Kaplan). Once the ground rules are set, step back and let your teen test his buying power.
Where Do Teens Get Their Money?
- Parents: 54 percent
- Gifts: 35 percent
- Allowance: 22 percent
- Household jobs: 30 percent
- Part-time jobs: 27 percent
- Full-time jobs: 8 percent
Source: Main income sources for 12- to 19-year-olds from Teenage Research Unlimited, Northbrook, Illinois. (Figures don't add up to 100 percent because respondents could choose more than one category.)
Money Pits
Here are the most common teen money pits and the ways you can teach them to lessen the financial damage.
Money Pit: Clothing and Accessories
The Challenge: Your child needs clothes, but that doesn't mean $100 sneakers.
Before You Open Your Wallet: Together, write down what's needed and estimate prices. "Negotiate without arguing," suggests Jayne A. Pearl, author of Kids and Money (Bloomberg Press). If your daughter insists on five pairs of jeans when you think three will do, put two on the maybe list. Add up everything and then establish how much you're comfortable spending.
Money-Smart Strategies: Accompany a younger teen (with the list) to the store. Direct her toward sale items, and show her the cost of cool — the premium paid for designer labels — by comparing discount-store items with ones in the boutique area. If she still wants the more expensive items, either just say no or have her pay the difference.
For older teens, allot a seasonal clothing budget. Louise Morgenstern of Larchmont, New York, gives her teens a set amount but takes care of big-ticket essentials, like coats. She states her rules up front: "When the money's gone, it's gone."
Money Pit: Cell Phones
The Challenge: You consider a cell phone a safety item for staying in touch with your teen; your teen regards it as a social necessity.
Before You Open Your Wallet: Figure out what plan best suits your family's needs. Prepaid plans are most economical, but kids can easily use up their minutes. Linda Testino chose to pay per call and has one phone for her kids to share. (Who gets it is determined on a case-by-case basis.) If you usually talk to your kids from your cell phone, consider a family plan with multiple phones, an ample pool of minutes, and unlimited calling between family members.
Money-Smart Strategies: Explain when it's cheapest to make calls and discuss the extras that run up the bill, like downloading ring tones and games. "I'll only pay for the basics," says Pearl. "If Ryan goes over his minutes, he has to cover it."
Money Pit: Food and Entertainment
The Challenge: Burgers, smoothies, and movie tickets eat up your child's allowance, leaving him constantly broke.
Before You Open Your Wallet: "Kids need to track how much they spend each week," says Neale S. Godfrey, author of Money Still Doesn't Grow on Trees (Rodale). Go over the amount and estimate what's spent annually on everyday treats. Explain how, by eliminating a weekly $6 fast-food outing, he'd save up enough in a year to splurge on a "can't live without" item, like an iPod.
Money-Smart Strategies: Encourage your teen to think about the choices he's making and to set his own limits. Is it more important for him to eat out or go to the movies with his friends every time, or can he skip it now and then so he can afford something else later on? Maybe he can suggest cheaper alternatives, like splitting a pizza or renting. "I try to show my son how to cut back without sacrificing his social life," says Linda Testino of Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania. On the three nights her son has wrestling practice, teammates chip in $7 each for dinner for a total of $21 a week. "I told him he could order with them once a week, but he has to brown bag it the other two nights," she says.
Money Pit: Electronic Gadgets
The Challenge: Your teen begs for the latest video game system, MP3 player, or digital camera, arguing, "But everyone has one!"
Before You Open Your Wallet: "Remember, this is not an entitlement," says Godfrey. If you decide to let him buy it, have him cover part or all of the cost. "A large expense is a lesson in empowerment," she says. You're helping your child learn delayed gratification. And after seeing how long it takes to save up for something pricey, he may realize that he really didn't want it as much as he thought.
Money-Smart Strategies: Ask your child to search for the best deals in catalogs and online. Explain that if she waits until the latest model has been out a while, she may find it on sale. Also emphasize that electronic items quickly become obsolete, and inevitably, an even better one will be available.
Money Pit: Special Events
The Challenge: There's always some occasion coming up — whether it's the prom, a sports camp, or a school trip. Not to mention that must-see ball game or concert.
Before You Open Your Wallet: Distinguish between enrichment and extras. Louise Morgenstern won't pay for sporting events or concerts, but will partially cover most educational trips and sports clinics as long as her kids kick in something, too. The amount is determined by the price, how long they have to save, and whether they have additional income from a job. "It's all about trade-offs and cost-sharing," says Bodnar. Let your teen choose the event that is most important to him. If he wants to go to soccer camp, then don't pay for a wrestling clinic, too. For proms and homecoming dances, Bodnar gives up to $100 toward the cost of a dress or tux rental, but items like flowers and limos are her kids' responsibility.
Money-Smart Strategies: Periodically remind her to start saving for upcoming events and help her calculate how much she'll need to squirrel away each month. Otherwise "your teen won't be thinking about what she owes until the day payment is due," says Godfrey. For something like prom, where costs can quickly spiral out of control, keep your teen focused on the meaning of the event, rather than the materialism. Then reassure her that you'll do everything you can to make these experiences possible — and memorable — but at a price tag you both can afford.
Kids usually need a nudge before they'll start socking away those dollars. Financial experts Jayne A. Pearl and Janet Bodnar offer easy-to-do money-saving advice.
- Create goals and guidelines. It's easier to save for something concrete, like an electric guitar or the first college tuition payment, than for something abstract like "the future." Calculate how much he can afford to put away each week, and how much he'll have after a month, six months, one year, etc.
- Provide incentives. Create a matching program where you give a dollar, 50 cents — or any amount you can afford — for every dollar she saves. Another option is to offer to contribute a certain amount to her bank account if she reaches an agreed-upon sum by a specified date.
- Defray costs. For birthdays and holidays, give them gift cards to their favorite stores, coffee shops, and movie theaters, so they don't always have to use pocket money.
- Make allowance tougher to access. Consider paying an older teen's allowance by check or deposit in a bank account. Kids are less likely to spend it all if they have to withdraw it first.
- Encourage awareness. By eliminating just one weekly $6 fast-food outing with friends, your teen will be able to save up enough in one year to splurge on some "can't live without" item, like an iPod.
- Help your child learn to delay gratification. Bonus lesson: After seeing how long it can take to save up for something pricey, he may realize he really didn't want it as much as he thought.


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PITTSFORD — Manny Lawson admits it took some getting used to. He wasn't prepared for the speed of things. He had no idea what it was like to have another person dictate your every move.
Of course, that's generally how it goes for a first-time father.
"It's eye-opening," Lawson said Monday morning at St. John Fisher. "I never knew somebody so small could control a grown man, by his subtle movements or a sound that changes your life."
Lawson's life changed forever three months ago, when his son, Kai, came into the world. Lawson, who had signed with the Bills as a free agent in March, missed the early minicamps to help his wife, Stephanie, at their home in Scottsdale, Ariz.
"He's in Arizona right now," said Lawson, who is listed as an outside linebacker. "But he'll be up here once we get settled. It's tough. The thing is, technology nowadays is great. I get face time every day. That's cool. But I'm missing that smell, and I miss holding him. Even a diaper every once in awhile isn't that bad."
The Bills felt it was important for Lawson to spend time with his family after Kai was born. There was no point in him going through the motions of a minicamp if his thoughts were back home with his wife and newborn baby.
But once Lawson arrived for training camp, he was all business. This will be his eighth season in the NFL. He turned 29 early this month. He's new to the Bills, but he is one of the most experienced members of the team, and one of the few who have appeared in an NFL playoff game.
Lawson is a bright and affable guy who scored 43 on the Wunderlic intelligence test at the NFL combine after his college days at North Carolina State. As a veteran, he says he can teach a few things to the younger guys. Such as?
"That you need to stay focused," Lawson said. "Granted, you have your family, and family will always be family. But this is your livelihood. And if you don't take care of yourself and take care of your body, there's no way you can take care of them. So focus on your job here and get things done here."
Things are moving fast here, too. Under Mike Pettine, the Bills' defense plans to be quick and unpredictable, like a precocious toddler. They intend to be the ones dictating to opposing offenses.
"It depends on how the game is going," said Lawson. "But initially, yeah, we're going to attack. We're going to attack from here and there and from the middle, any which way we can. But we're also going to be smart about it. We're going to know when to attack and when to sit back a little bit."
It's unclear what Lawson's precise role will be. Pettine hasn't said whether he'll play a 3-4 or 4-3. But the Bills are expected to play a base 3-4, with Lawson operating as an outside linebacker. He could also play defensive end.
"It doesn't matter," he said. "I see myself as both. I've played 'em both, I love 'em both. I love the contact and I love this game. I'll play whichever position they put me out there. Don't be surprised if you see me playing safety, either!"
Last year with the Bengals, Lawson played just 34 percent of the defensive snaps. He played strong-side linebacker until the Dolphins torched him in pass coverage in Week 5. Lawson's playing time plummeted. He didn't start in Cincinnati's playoff loss to the Texans.
Lawson finished the 2012 season with just 29 tackles and two sacks. His tackle numbers have decreased in each of the last three seasons. He has 18 career sacks and two interceptions, very pedestrian numbers.
Versatility is Lawson's major asset, but he's not especially gifted in any single area. He's suspect dropping into coverage. He doesn't get a lot of sacks. It sounds like Bills' fans former whipping boy – Chris Kelsay.
Lawson, who is 6-foot-5, 240 pounds, was drafted by the Niners with the 22nd overall pick of the 2006 draft. Three North Carolina State defensive players went in the first round that year. All three found their way to Buffalo. Mario Williams went first. The Bills moved up to take John McCargo at No. 26.
At any rate, Lawson has a lot to prove this season, regardless of how he's used. The Niners let him walk three years ago and got better when Ahmad Brooks replaced him. The Bengals decided that James Harrison, a fading star at 35, would be an upgrade for their defense.
The Bills gave Lawson a four-year, $12 million deal in free agency. There were people rolling their eyes in Cincinnati at that contract.
"Something to prove? I think I have something to add here," Lawson said. "Being a veteran in the league, some of my skills and talents, some of the things I've seen. Especially the young guys, I can teach them something. Then making plays. I enjoy making plays, and that's what I'm going to do."
There are certainly people who believe you have something to prove, Lawson was told.
"That's all right," he said. "I have a lot of things to prove to myself. Whatever they say is what they say, but I'm still around."
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Imagine this: You're a 16-year-old high school student scraping by with a C average. Your parents never went to college and it's the last thing on the minds of the kids you spend most of your time with. But then you decide to pursue a degree - and figure out how to raise your GPA, find financial aid, and get accepted to the institution that's just right for you.
If you're a low-income student from rural America, sadly, you need to beat the odds to realize that dream. Only 27 percent of 18- to 24-year-olds from rural areas enroll in higher education, and nationally only 11 percent of students from the families in the bottom economic quartile graduate from four-year colleges. As the head of an organization that has worked with more than 40,000 rural students, I recognize that low achievement and high college costs are part of the problem. But there's another challenge that gets far less attention: Too many students from rural communities never develop the aspiration to go to college.
Case in point: Five years ago John Pollock of Willsboro, New York was a mediocre student who hadn't even considered higher education. When a teacher encouraged him to buckle down academically and think about college he faced ridicule from peers who told him it was a waste of time. Fortunately a mentor convinced him to press on, with daily urgings to study, weekly reminders to sign up for the ACT and SAT, and extensive hands-on help in finding financial aid.
Today John is a college junior with a 3.62 GPA. He's proud of what he has accomplished but asserts "there's no way I could have done this without lots of help from other people. My mentor pushed and pushed me to do better – to stop settling for average and raise my own standards."
John was lucky. He received guidance that's accepted as a given among students in affluent communities – but with an interesting twist. Over the course of several months he learned about his potential to influence others. He did this through service activities to improve his school and community, through participation at a national conference to foster his own leadership potential, and with constant encouragement to share his aspirations with other students in the Willsboro community.
These activities were integral to his involvement in College for Every Student (CFES). All of the students we mentor are expected to mentor others. All get hands-on help to improve their grades and apply for college. And all have opportunities to develop the discipline and leadership skills that help them succeed once they get there.
Thanks to thousands of volunteers and partnerships with 200 PreK-12 schools and 210 colleges, we work with 20,000 students in 24 states. But some of our most important activities will now take place in Essex, a town of 600 people in upstate New York. Through our CFES Center, space to conduct trainings and workshops, in Essex, we expect to involve, virtually and in-person, thousands of students, families and K-16 educators in experiences that bridge gaps in aspirations and achievement for low-income students nationwide. In fact, our new space will allow CFES to double the number of students we serve by 2020.
While the futures of our students will continue to be the top priority, we intend to have an echo effect in the greater Adirondack region. Our center will bring 15 jobs to the area, and our workshops will bring hundreds of young people, educators and community leaders to the town of Essex each year. With support from our staff, we will help parents, families and community leaders to embrace their role in promoting the value of college. We want younger children to follow in the footsteps of their older, college-bound siblings. And we want the residents of Essex and neighboring communities to become part of a college-going culture throughout the region.
Think I'm dreaming? Then talk to John Pollock. A few months into his own college journey, he reached back to two longtime friends who had dropped out of college and convinced them to give it another try. His "if I can do it, you can too" attitude paid big dividends. Today they room together at SUNY Canton. They all have GPAs above 3.6. They're all on track to graduate and get good jobs. And together they offer a great example of what can happen when aspirations are instilled and fulfilled.
Rick Dalton is President and CEO of College for Every Student.


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It really does. Typing of the Dead left me hanging. Zombie Typomaniac ($1.99) for the iPad scratches the scabrous itch.
There is no greater motivator than the threat of being eaten. It's what makes the animal kingdom work, and it can make you type faster as well. I am completely in favor of America adopting a zombie university system where all classes are taught using hordes of ravenous undead creatures as an impetus for learning. It's exactly the leg up (and off) we need to usher in a new generation of hyper-intelligent and incredibly nimble students.
I can't wait for my children to reach school age. PTA meetings, here I come!


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Scouting Corn for Aspergillus Ear Rot
Paul Vincelli, Extension Plant Pathologist, University of Kentucky
The content of this article previously occurred in the Kentucky Pest News, number 1315.
Aflatoxins are potent, naturally occurring toxins that sometimes develop in corn and certain other crops. Aflatoxins are also among the most carcinogenic substances known. There are well-defined limits on how much aflatoxin is allowable in corn, based on the intended end use. For example, corn intended for human consumption must have less than 20 ppb (parts-per-billion!). More information on aflatoxin can be found in the UK Extension publication, Aflatoxins in Corn, ID-59, at http://www.ca.uky.edu/agc/pubs/id/id59/id59.pdf.
The prevalence of drought conditions this growing season is resulting in aflatoxin contamination in at least a few sporadic instances. Some Extension agents have expressed interest in informally scouting for the problem in advance of harvest. This is an excellent idea. The problem is, it is very difficult to assess standing corn crops for aflatoxin contamination. Some of the reasons for this include:
• The mold associated with aflatoxin may not always be visible in contaminated grain.
• The presence of the mold does not mean aflatoxin is present.
• There are several green molds on corn, and they can be hard to tell apart.
• Even when it occurs, aflatoxin is contamination is very sporadic for lots of reasons, so a grower may have very high levels in one field and low levels in another.
Having now lowered expectations, I do think scouting is a good idea, especially this year. It might help producers manage their risks a little more wisely.
The scouting approach that makes the most sense to me is to visually inspect the ears for mold typical of Aspergillus ear rot. Scouting can be done any time after black layer. Pay special attention to the driest parts of the field. Usually the disease appears as olive-green mold (Figures 1-4). The moldy growth appears powdery, the result of the massive numbers of spores produced by the fungus. The spores are dispersed easily in the air, and they may appear as fine dust when the husk is pulled back. The mold is commonly found at the tip of the ear, but as you can see from the photos, it may be found anywhere on the ear, especially where physical injury occurs to the kernels.
Other ear molds of corn are caused by fungi that produce various powdery molds, including green molds. Trichoderma ear rot is more greenish than the olive-green typical of Aspergillus (Figure 5). Penicillium kernel rot can be quite common on injured kernels (Figure 6), but that mold tends towards a blue-green color than olive-green.
What should you do if you suspect a case of Aspergillus ear rot? We can confirm the causal fungus in the UK diagnostic labs, which may be useful in deciding whether to test for aflatoxins. But please bag the sample and inform the lab that it is a suspect case of Aspergillus ear rot, so that the staff can protect themselves by handling the sample in a biosafety cabinet.
UK doesn't offer a routine testing service for aflatoxin, but there are numerous laboratories that are equipped to analyze corn samples. A list of laboratories is available at http://www.ca.uky.edu/agcollege/plantpathology/ext_files/PPFShtml/PPFS-MISC-1.pdf. This is an incomplete list; other competent labs exist, but this will serve as a handy reference of some of the available laboratories.
This is a really important point: If you properly collect 10 samples from a moving stream of grain (see ID-59), aflatoxin quantity will vary quite a bit among those 10 samples. That is the nature of sampling for a chemical present at parts-per-billion levels. This variability will be even worse if you are submitted ears collected while scouting. Look at Table 1 in ID-59 (http://www.ca.uky.edu/agc/pubs/id/id59/id59.pdf) to understand just how variable sampling for aflatoxin can be, even when done according to best practices.
As far as to do with the information from scouting, see ID-59 for helpful ideas.


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Palo Alto's annual May Fete Children's Parade returns for the 89th year this Saturday (May 7) at 10 a.m., starting at the corner of Emerson Street and University Avenue.
The parade, featuring group floats, marching bands and costumed kids, will travel down University, turn right onto Webster Street and end at Addison Elementary School.
The theme for this year's parade is "Books are Hidden Treasures -- Dig In!" and was chosen to reflect the Developmental Assets program recently adopted by the city to support healthy youth development. Reading for pleasure is one of the featured assets.
The grand marshals of this year's parade will be a group of 15 elementary students -- named the "Palo Alto Reading Stars" -- selected by elementary school and Children's Library staff for either their enthusiasm for reading or for their progress in reading skills, according to Minka van der Zwaag, from Palo Alto's Office of Human Services.
"We want to honor those children who have a love of reading or who've made great strides and give them a real boost," she said.
Children interested in participating in the parade may check in by 9:30 a.m. on Saturday and are encouraged to wear theme-appropriate costumes, such as dressing as a favorite book character.
Before and during the parade, a reading and literacy fair will be held at Lytton Plaza. Donations of used children's books, to be given to library projects in Ghana and Malawi, may be dropped off at Lytton Plaza between 9 and 11 a.m. on Saturday (May 7), or at Lucie Stern Community Center by Friday (May 6).
After the parade, Partners in Education will hold a fair at Addison Elementary, including music by school bands, food and games, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
More information on the May Fete event from the City of Palo Alto is available here.


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text: Welcome to the International Association of Dive Rescue Specialists 2018 IADRS International Public Safety Diver Conference will be in the Chicago Area October 22-25, 2018 Registration is now open! Click the Conference link to download the conference Flyer Thank you for your interest in the International Association of Dive Rescue Specialists. The IADRS was formed in 1979 as a vehicle of communication for public safety divers and water rescue personnel. Over the years we have educated and assisted professionals in all fifty states and fifteen foreign countries.In 1989, we received our non-profit 501c 3 recognition, which has encouraged the expansion of programs and benefits offered by the IADRS. The IADRS hosts the International Water Rescue Conference annually in various locations throughout the United States. This conference allows IADRS members and other professional rescuers and public safety divers to learn from industry experts, exchage ideas and resources and plan for the future.Our Association News is an informative publication written for the water rescue professional. The goal of the newsletter is to keep members informed on advances in training, equipment and life saving techniques. We encourage all members to submit articles, team profiles and pictures so everyone can learn about from teams. If you have questions do not hesitate to contact us at (317)441-8930 or by email at email@example.com. OUR MISSION The International Association of Dive Rescue Specialists is dedicated to helping water rescue professionals stay informed about advances in training, equipment, and life saving techniques. The IADRS will continue to maintain an environment where water rescue professionals can communicate, so that we may all learn from our combined knowledge and experience.


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Just as unilateral free trade results in a more solid economy for the countries that adopt it — even within an international economy of protectionism in other countries — so would a commodity-money based economy surrounded by fiat-money economies.
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This latest attack on corporate sovereignty will drive companies and jobs out of California.
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As the credit expansion turns to bust, many capital goods remain unused, many investment processes cannot be completed, and capital goods produced are used in a manner not originally foreseen. A large portion of society's scarce resources has been squandered.


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nateho necesitaba un nuevo diseño de página web y lanzó un concurso de diseño en 99designs.
Un ganador ha sido elegido entre 61 diseños de 16 diseñadores freelance.
we are a 4 year old marketing firm that is now grown to over 12 employees. We publish online products/subscription programs as well as provide marketing consulting. We're young, aggressive, don't sleep much and like getting stuff out to market. We like to keep things very simple not only in how we run our business but in how we market and provide services to our clients.
Our target audience varies from online marketers to people who are more traditionally brick and mortar but are quickly utilizing social media to get more eyeballs and bodies in their stores shops etc. SO we have an interesting bunch of people who love business and are getting their hands dirty with web 2.0/social media.
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For the design Im looking for something very clean functional but still has the web 2.0 look with out too much navigation
I have a couple of layouts & looks that I like from sites I've already seen out there doing something similar and would like to see what you (the kick ass designer) can come up with by taking elements of each.
Here are some of the things I like specifically about each of the sites.
example of the clean smooth look/layout that I would like to model please look at: http://twitart.com (the simple navigation is great here).
like how they show that they don't just do twitter backgrounds but also facebook fan page, youtube etc. I'm going to have a sites that target each of these but the main purpse of those pages will be to funnel them to socialdressup.com
What they're doing could be accomplished/incorporated with the look I trying to achieve by putting the buttons in the header or something like that but I do want the main hem to be about twitter because that's what people for the most part are looking for so that needs to be stronger.


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Here's a scene from Fallout: New Vegas re-done Hotline Miami style. I wonder how a game like this would work? How would VATS come into the picture, if at all? Well, as long as I get to kill Super Mutants I guess!
Props to the artist, Reddit user Sliferjam.
Click the image up top for full size.
Via the Hotline Miami Twitter.


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Melanie R. Negrin necesitaba un nuevo diseño de logotipo y lanzó un concurso de diseño en 99designs.
Un ganador ha sido elegido entre 166 diseños de 32 diseñadores freelance.
Need logo for new online community designed to help new grant writers enter and develop in the field, providing support to nonprofit organizations and entrepreneurial businesses. No specific color scheme identified as yet, but would like a logo that has both a textual and graphic piece that work both together and apart. Select colors that inspire. Nothing too dark. No colored backgrounds.
http://www.ForGrantWritersOnly.com is a community for new grant writing professionals to learn and connect. The community will offer a variety of learning tools, i.e. articles, podcasts, blog, webcasts, and opportunities to connect and interact online.
The community will be hosted and managed by Merocune Marketing & Public Relations, a firm that specializes in crafting compelling marketing and development communications that build community awareness, brand equity, and financial sustainability for start-up organizations and organizations in a state of growth. Our emphasis is on serving nonprofits and entrepreneurial businesses operating across the U.S. and in some international countries. Our most requested services are strategic planning, prospect research and grant writing, newsletters, and other marketing and public relations services.
We are developing http://www.ForGrantWritersOnly.com as a resource to the grant writing community because those new to the field must consult numerous, sometimes expensive resources to gain knowledge. We hope to reduce the learning time needed to establish a strong grant writing program within an organization or as part of a new consultant venture. We also seek to guide other professionals that have skills in strategic planning, budgeting, and program development, and a strong interest in community service toward a career in grant writing, providing a larger selection of high quality talent to the industry as a whole.
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- graphic element to logo that can be used separately
- colors that inspire, are present in nature
- professional yet creative style, not too square
- final files in Photoshop or other vector format and JPG
- no dark backgrounds
- nothing too flat, use shading, shadows, etc.
Descubre cómo funciona un concurso de diseño u obtén más información sobre nuestros servicios de diseño de logo.


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Undergraduate students receive aid from a number of sources. All students who file for financial aid are considered for federal, state and institutional aid in the form of grants, scholarships, loans or work study. In addition, new students may qualify for one of our academic scholarships. These are awarded to incoming freshmen based on high school grade-point average and ACT/SAT scores, and to transfer students based on college GPA.
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Indie rogue Eric Ruth delivers a heart pounding "demake" of the legendary video game hero Serious Sam. The iconic Sam "Serious" Stone finds himself in ancient Greece battling the relentless hordes of Mental's army from an all-new perspective. Lock and load for Serious Sam's retro 8-bit adventure!
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Teacher resources and professional development across the curriculum
Teacher professional development and classroom resources across the curriculum
Extend Your Knowledge
In this section, you will expand your understanding of differentiating instruction by comparing the ideas from the workshop video with passages from various publications. Read and respond to the ideas presented as they relate to your own teaching practices.
Dr. Paratore's lecture and the classroom excerpts illustrate the importance of grouping children flexibly to promote development of reading and writing skills. Grouping options for teaching and learning include whole-class, small-group, peer dyads, and individual contexts. When planning instruction, teachers must make decisions about which grouping plans will optimize learning for all students.
Read the following passage from Guided Reading by Fountas and Pinnell, and consider how the ideas presented relate to your own teaching practices:
Now return to your reading in Session Preparation, Keeping Flexible Groups Flexible: Grouping Options by Radencich, McKay, and Paratore. Reread the following passages from the reading that describe the characteristics of whole-class and small-group instruction. Consider how the ideas presented relate to your own teaching practices.
Write a reflection relating your own teaching experiences with the passages. In your response, answer these questions:
*From Radencich, M. C., and L. J. McKay, eds. Flexible Grouping for Literacy in the Elementary Grades.Published by Allyn and Bacon, Boston, MA. Copyright © 2001 by Pearson Education.Adapted by permission of the publisher.
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Bucyrus Hotel's Setting Promotes a Community Feeling
The Holiday Inn Express® Bucyrus hotel's guests find themselves in a beautiful, wooded region. A small city in central Ohio, Bucyrus represents a strong sense of community to those who reside here. Intimate shops and boutiques help contribute to the unique character of Bucyrus, Ohio.
This hotel's location in Bucyrus, Ohio provides business travelers with plenty of great opportunities. There are multiple hubs for business around Bucyrus that include companies like Covert Manufacturing, Peco II, Pioneer Career & Technologies, Copperweld Shelby Division and PPG. Nearby, Highway 30 makes travel easy to these destinations for business guests.
Leisure travelers also tend to enjoy this hotel's setting in Bucyrus, Ohio. Known for tasty bratwurst, Bucyrus holds a festival each year where you can sample an array of authentic German foods. The many shops and boutiques located downtown help enhance the community feeling that is omnipresent in Bucyrus. The parks in town are rich with beautiful foliage, as are the local golf courses.
The amenities at the Holiday Inn Express® Bucyrus hotel are sure to make your stay more enjoyable. The hotel has an on-site Fitness Center and a Business Center that are each open 24 hours and add convenience to your stay. Laundry facilities are also available on-site, 24 hours a day and are coin operated. Visit us in Bucyrus and feel welcomed by the community.
- Black-out Shades
- Crib Available
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Separate Hanging Closet
- In-Room Heating and A/C Controls
Bathroom/Personal Care
- Private Bathroom
- Bathroom Amenities Available
- Hair Dryer
- Bathtub
- Whirlpool or Spa Bathtub
- Separate/Walk-in Shower
In-Room Features
- Mini Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Coffee Maker
- Work Desk with Lamp
- Desk-level Electrical Outlet
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone with Voicemail
- Complimentary Morning Newspaper
- Windows Open by Guest
Added Value
- Connecting Rooms Available
- Complimentary Coffee/Tea Supplies
- Full Breakfast Included
- Breakfast Buffet Included
- Continental Breakfast Included
- Complimentary Coffee in Lobby
- Kids Eat Free
Business Services
- 1 Meeting Room(s) Available
- On-Site Business Center
- Printer
- Copier
- Scanner
- Office supplies available
Internet Access
- Free High-Speed Internet in all Rooms
- Wireless Internet service is free for all IHG® Rewards Club members
Entertainment & Recreation
- Indoor Pool
- Heated Indoor Pool
- Indoor Whirlpool
- Indoor Pool Hours of Operation: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Health & Fitness
Complimentary Fitness Center
Fitness center open everyday 24 hours accessible with guest room keys. We have two treadmills and a bike. Also we have a workout gym for guests who like to workout with weights. Also the room has a 32 inch LCD TV.
Hours of Operation: 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Fitness Center Type: LIMITED
Fitness Center Equipment:
- Treadmill
- Stationary Bicycle
Housekeeping & Laundry
- Daily Housekeeping
- On-site Guest Self-Laundry Facilities
- Hours of Operation: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Added Value
- Wake Up Calls
Hotel Details
1575 N. Sandusky Avenue
Bucyrus, Ohio 44820
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Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Check-in Age: 18
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- Public Entrance
- Guest Rooms
- Elevators
- Public Restrooms
- Registration Desk
- Exercise Facility
- Business Center
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- Number of Accessible Meeting Rooms: 1
Accessible Hotel Areas
- Registration Area
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- Meeting Room
- Exercise Facility
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Hotel Areas with Accessible Routes from Accessible Public Entrance
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- Pets Allowed
- Service Animals Allowed
- Pet Walking Area On-site
- Pet Fee per Night: 25 USD
- Pet fee is per pet, per night at 25.
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- Smoke-Free Facility
- Number of Floors: 3
- Total Number of Rooms: 62
- Number of Suites: 22
- Number of Non-Smoking Rooms: 33
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The Zone is a great place for those aged 12-16 to meet some friends, grab some snacks from our snackbar, and hang out together. There's loads of great activities and games on hand, and all our team are there to make sure everyone is having an awesome time. If you or your young person wants somewhere new to relax and connect, make sure to check us out!
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This is a hand craved, printed and painted lino-block print. This scene is of MT Hood OR. Print size is 5X7 inches, paper size 8X10 inches.
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Hello Bryan here and welcome to my website! I am a Printmaker and Graphic artist. I enjoy traveling and being outdoors. Mountain Bird Studios is a reflection of my passion for sharing my love of travel and nature to you! Here you can find my online shop as well as browse through my portfolio and contact me through the tab. I write blog posts usually about once a month They range from basic studio updates, sharing my travel experiences, talking about a project I've worked on, sharing life experience, and of course talking about art!


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If you have a clone system that is already installed with an archive and want to update it, you can create a differential archive that contains only the differences between two images, the unchanged master image and an updated master image. The differences between these two images is the differential archive.
One image is running on the master system that was the original software installed on the clone system. This image might need be installed on the master system if it was saved in a directory for future use.
Another image is to be accessed and used for comparison. This image contains the new additions or deletions that will be installed on the clone systems.
After you update a clone system with a differential archive, only the files that are in the differential archive are changed on the clone system. Scripts can be used to customize the archive before or after installation, which is especially helpful for reconfiguration.
You can install a Solaris Flash differential archive with the custom JumpStart installation method. Or, you can use Solaris Live Upgrade to install a differential archive on an inactive boot environment.
An unchanged master image should be saved after the initial installation so this image can be accessed by any of the following methods.
A Solaris Live Upgrade boot environment, mounted on some directory that uses the lumount command. For a description of a Solaris Live Upgrade boot environment, see Chapter 2, Solaris Live Upgrade (Overview), in Solaris 10 10/08 Installation Guide: Solaris Live Upgrade and Upgrade Planning.
A clone system that is mounted over Network File System (NFS) with root permissions.
A system backup that can be restored with the ufsdump command.
For step-by-step instructions, see To Create a Solaris Flash Differential Archive With an Updated Master Image.