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Jauquez Jones scored 25 points and Tyree Hough added six points and 11 rebounds as North Lenoir overcome a huge first-half deficit to rally past host C.B. Aycock 70-67 in the league opener for both teams on Tuesday.
Jauquez Jones scored 25 points and Tyree Hough added six points and 11 rebounds as North Lenoir overcome a huge first-half deficit to rally past host C.B. Aycock 70-67 in the league opener for both teams on Tuesday.
Zongio Troy scored 10 points and Billy Summers added six points and 10 rebounds in a game where the Hawks (5-3, 1-0 Eastern Carolina 3A) trailed by as many as 23 points in the first half and by 14 at halftime, coach Anthony Loftin said. But they broke out in the third quarter, outscoring the Falcons by 10 in the period.
�We had a very good third quarter,� Loftin said. �It was a great ballgame. (The) kids played real hard when they got down like that. It was a good first conference win.
Reggie Rouse added five points, nine rebounds and seven steals for North Lenoir, which travels to South Lenoir on Friday.
SOUTH LENOIR 57, SPRING CREEK 35: At South Lenoir, the Blue Devils held the Gators to 18 percent shooting in the win.
Sophomore Jaquan Wooten had 24 points and 16 rebounds and Trint Turner had 11 points in his first varsity start. Ishmael Baldwin added nine points, four assists, three steals and three blocks. As a team the Blue Devils outrebounded Spring Creek 38-17.
South Lenoir (3-3) hosts North Lenoir on Friday.
MT. CALVARY 62, GRAMERCY CHRISTIAN 60: At Mt. Calvary, the Warriors won on a buzzer-beater.
After a made basket by Gramercy, George Alston dribbled up the court and banked a runner off the glass for the win. Alston had 22 points, four assists and four rebounds, Britt Harris had 20 points, Marcus Alston had 12 points, seven rebounds and two assists, Kyle Wright had six points and five assists and Craig Pope had nine rebounds and four points.
The Warriors (5-2, 4-0 NCCSA) host Teach Homeschool on Friday.
SOUTH LENOIR 63, SPRING CREEK 27: At South Lenoir, the Blue Devils routed the Gators.
Marquia Suddeth had 18 points on 9-of-12 shooting and had 10 rebounds, Heather West had 14 points, six steals, four rebounds and four assists, Hanna Meready had three points and Demeyia Adams had 10 points and 14 rebounds for South Lenoir.
The Blue Devils (4-2) host North Lenoir on Friday.
C.B. AYCOCK 58, NORTH LENOIR 36: At C.B. Aycock, the Hawks fell in their EC3A opener.
Quoya Porter scored 10 points for North Lenoir (1-7, 0-1), which travels to South Lenoir on Friday.
PARROTT ACADEMY 43, WILMINGTON CAPE FEAR ACADEMY 28: At Cape Fear, the Patriots won their third game of the season on Monday.
Erin Hughes had 16 points and Caroline Carlyle added 13 for Parrott, which has only six players on its roster due to injuries. The Patriots (3-4) are off until Jan. 4 when they travel to Raleigh Grace Christian.
GRAMERCY CHRISTIAN 21, MT. CALVARY 14: At Mt. Calvary, the Warriors fell to Gramercy. Brook Wilson had four points, four rebounds and five steals, Sarah Suggs had seven points, seven rebounds, four steals and two blocks, Madelyn Harris had seven rebounds and Allison Stallings had three points and six rebounds for Mt. Calvary.
JONES COUNTY 51, WOODINGTON 30: At Jones County, Jones won easily. Hunter Weeks had 13 points and six rebounds and Ty Horne added six points and eight rebounds for the Raiders.
Woodington (1-2) travels to Bethel Christian Academy today.


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CAMBRIDGE, MA-The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth's outdoor track and field team had several strong performances on the second and final day of competition at the two-day New England Division III Championships Saturday at MIT's Henry G. Steinbrenner '27 Stadium.
Sophomore Krista Chauvin (Seekonk, MA/Seekonk HS/Stonehill), who broke the school discus record Friday night, made it two records in two days when she broke the UMD record in hammer throw, finishing third at 164 feet, nine inches.
Junior Jillian Van Ness (Agawam, MA/Agawam HS) also ran well, scoring in two races. She finished fourth at 100 meters in 12.40 seconds and eighth at 200 meters in 25.84 seconds.
In the shot put, sophomore Jessica Masse (Somerville, MA/Somerville HS) finished fifth with a throw of 40 feet, ¾ inch. Senior Courtney Testa (Hopkinton, MA/Hopkinton HS) was eighth at 5000 meters in 18:07.85.
Senior Robert Yarbough (Fall River, MA/Durfee HS) was sixth in the shot put at 48 feet, 11 inches, the second best mark outdoors at UMass Dartmouth, At 800 meters, sophomore Matt Hinthorne (Braintree, MA/Braintree HS) was eighth in 1:53.42, the second fastest time in school history.
In the team standings, the women were 11th of 27 teams with 25 points, while the women were 20th of 27 with 12 points.
"This weekend, Krista Chauvin had arguably one of the finest performances by a female thrower in school history," said UMass Dartmouth Head Coach Steve Gardiner. "She broke two school records in one meet. The discus record that she broke yesterday was a 14 foot improvement on her previous record, and 22 feet beyond what it was at the start of the season. Her hammer record is a 20 foot improvement over what it was before she got here. Krista has worked very hard, and deserves all the credit that she gets. Jill Van Ness turned in two very good performances, Rob Yarbough threw well, and Matt Hinthorne continues to improve. We're looking forward to the Open New England Championships next week."
The Corsairs will compete at the Open New England Championships next weekend.

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Despite already having record-breaking numbers of Americans on food stamps, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) continues to campaign for more, as the agency has been espousing the government welfare program through parties featuring games like Bingo and crossword puzzles. Targeting the nation's seniors, the effort was touted in a pamphlet released on the USDA website earlier this summer, which provides tips for recruiting potential recipients to the program.
"Forget Tupperware bashes and toga soirees — the latest rage is food stamp parties," Fox News quipped in a June article. "The USDA is encouraging the nation's food stamp program to promote the elderly using parties and games."
The number of recipients drawing benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps, has hit an all-time high, with a record 46.7 million Americans now benefiting from the program. Participation in SNAP has been greater than 46 million all year, as unemployment remains persistently above the 8-percent mark.
"Too many middle-class families who have fallen on hard times are still struggling," Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said Tuesday in a statement. "Our goal is to get these families the temporary assistance they need so they are able to get through these tough times and back on their feet as soon as possible."
Food-stamp spending has more than doubled during President Obama's tenure to a record $75.7 billion in the fiscal year that ended September 2011. Spending on SNAP totaled $6.2 billion this June, nearly half a percent higher than May and 2.8 percent more than in June 2011.
Still, despite these record-setting numbers, the USDA has rolled out numerous campaigns to further inflate the food-stamp rolls. The agency's tool kit for promoting SNAP benefits to seniors does not mince its words, as it explicitly states, "The primary goals of the campaign are to increase enrollment in SNAP and to reinforce its role as a nutrition assistance program."
Some tips include strategies to recruit seniors who are "potentially too proud to ask for government assistance." In turn, recruiters should "Throw a Great Party," advice given under the heading, "The Right Mix for Reaching Seniors." The tool kit emphasizes ways of "Addressing Barriers and Challenges" by using "mini-scripts" to help recruiters "overcome the word 'No' when trying to convince seniors to sign up for food stamps."
"For many in the Silent Generation, relying on 'welfare' or any type of public assistance is not acceptable," one mini-script asserts. "This generation of 'self-sacrifice' was raised to be independent and self-reliant. They don't want to 'lose face' in front of their peers."
"Host social events where people mix and mingle. Make it fun by having activities, games, food, and entertainment, and provide information about SNAP," the pamphlet continues. "Putting SNAP information in a game format like BINGO, crossword puzzles, or even a "true/false" quiz is fun and helps get your message across in a memorable way."
Other tips the USDA offers to food-stamp recruiters are guides included in SNAP's community tip sheets, including "Tips to get an Op-Ed Published" and "Event Planning for Senior Audiences."
"Every $5 in new SNAP benefits generates $9.20 in an additional community spending," the agency explains. "If the national participation rate rose five percentage points, 1.9 million more low-income people would have an additional $1.3 billion in benefits per year to use to purchase healthy food and $2.5 billion total in new economic activity would be generated nationwide."
In rolling out the campaign, the USDA targeted states such as California, Ohio, Texas, New York, North Carolina, and South Carolina with a flurry of radio ads. According to CNN Money, the effort cost taxpayers somewhere between $2.5 million and $3 million.
Despite a significant increase in food-stamp use during President George W. Bush's tenure, the Obama administration continues to bolster participation in the program to unprecedented levels. Another example of such promotion was a 2009 State Outreach Plan Guidance, which explained why the SNAP program is so critical to the welfare of American society:
Outreach Can Help Increase Participation in SNAP Resulting in Multiple Benefits for Participants, States, and Communities: SNAP is the cornerstone of the nation's nutrition safety net and an investment in our future. SNAP offers the opportunity for improved nutrition and progress toward economic self-sufficiency for participants who become stronger members of the community. However, too many low income people, especially seniors, working people, and legal immigrants, who are eligible for SNAP do not participate and thus forego assistance that could stretch their food dollars and help improve their nutrition.
All in all, spending on the welfare program has boosted 100 percent since Obama took office, and now a startling one in seven Americans receives the benefits. Comparatively, in the 1970s, only one out of every 50 Americans was benefiting from the program.


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Webster Garrison will return in 2013 to manage the Stockton Ports for the third consecutive season.
Webster Garrison will return in 2013 to manage the Stockton Ports for the third consecutive season.
Garrison will be joined by pitching coach Jimmy Escalante, hitting coach Haas Pratt and athletic trainer Travis Tims for the Single-A affiliate of the Oakland Athletics.
The Ports were 56-65 last season, but reached the California League Championship Series in Garrison's first season at the helm in 2011. Escalante spent last season with the A's Arizona Rookie League affiliate, while Pratt returns to Stockton after playing with the Ports in 2006.
At Elk Grove, Ryan Fernandez scored 12 points and had four rebounds, Nick Schultze scored 11 points and Ravon Alexander had 10 rebounds to lead the Trojans (3-0) at the Bill Cartwright Classic. Lincoln plays the host Elk Grove Thundering Herd at 6:30 p.m. today.
At Aptos, Gabriel Vincent scored a game-high 28 points to lead the Rams (1-0) in the first round of the Aptos-Seascape Invitational. St. Mary's opened up a 36-20 halftime lead. The Rams play Brentwood-Liberty at 6:30 p.m. today.
At Foresthill, Adam Gotelli opened the Eagles' season with 44 points in the first round of the Foresthill Wildfire Classic, but it wasn't enough. Excel Academy, a first-year school in Stockton, won the fledgling program's first game behind Nick Obazbaye's 19 points.
At Brookside Christian, the Knights (2-0) scored 40 points in the first quarter and Kameron Vales led six Knights in double figures with 22 points. Eric Deanda scored 18 points and Kenyon Williams had 12 points and 10 assists. D.J. Hankins led the Eagles of San Andreas (0-1) with 12 points.
At Sierra, Emmanuel Elijah scored 17 points and Guillermo Nunez had 13 to lead the Timberwolves in their season opener. Sierra led 36-13 at halftime and held the Indians (0-1) to 11 points in the second half. Eric Melgar had 12 points for the Timberwolves.
At Modesto, the Titans lost a close first-round game at the Modesto-Big Valley Christian Christmas Tournament. Donovan Smith scored 17 points and Jesus Rodriguez had 14 for Langston Hughes, which plays Turlock Christian at 5 p.m. today.
At East Union, Jordan Kron led the Lancers with 19 points in a season-opening win. Brian Gregorio led the Cougars (0-1) with 23 points.
At Sacramento, Brijanee Moore scored 19 points, Carlissa Shipp scored 18, and Unique Coleman scored 15 points and had eight rebounds and six steals to lead the Rams (1-0) over the Miners (0-1) in the first round of the Christian Brothers Holiday Classic.
At Elk Grove, the Knights (2-0) advanced to the winner's bracket after their first-round win at the Bill Cartwright Classic. Tiara Tucker scored 31 points for Brookside Christian, which had balanced scoring otherwise. The Knights play Napa at 8 p.m. today at Elk Grove High.
At Linden, Tia Tuuga scored 22 points, Jaslyn Faga had 14 and Letty Infante finished with nine points and six rebounds as Excel Academy won the first game in school history.
At Sonora, BaMorgan Walding had five points as the Flames (0-2) were blown out by Loomis-Del Oro at the Sonora Tournament.
At Escalon, Sophana Mao scored all of her game-high 21 points on 3-pointers, and first-year coach Jason Lowery earned his first victory with the Bruins in the consolation round of the Escalon Lions Tournament. Ashlyn Jones added 11 for Bear Creek (1-1). Kate Farrar led Turlock Christian (0-2) with 20 points.
At Chavez, Kelsey Bumanglag scored a game-high 18 points for the Titans in the season-opening loss to the Wolf Pack at the Chavez Tournament.


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With just over three weeks to go before the most anticipated month in television, Bell Media announced today the first wave of Fall 2011 premiere dates for CTV and its sister network CTV Two (previously /A\).
Laying the ground work for another #1 Fall Season, launch dates for seven new and 12 hit returning series on CTV, and six new and eight returning hits on CTV Two are confirmed, headlined by the hottest new competition series on the planet, Simon Cowell's THE X FACTOR.
The new recruits join the new Fall schedules already brimming with established Top 20 hits.
In addition to THE X FACTOR, the flashy new anchor to CTV's Wednesday night lineup and CTV Two's Thursday night lineup, is daytime's hottest new Monday – Friday talk show ANDERSON which airs at 3 p.m. ET on CTV Two and 5 p.m. on CTV.
The first wave of confirmed premiere dates for new CTV series include, Tuesday night crime/mystery drama UNFORGETTABLE, starring Emmy®-nominated actor Poppy Montgomery; Friday night crime drama thriller GRIMM; and Sunday's powerful new duo featuring fantasy drama ONCE UPON A TIME and the big-buzz period drama PAN AM, starring Emmy®-nominated actor Christina Ricci and Québec-native Karine Vanasse. Also joining the schedule is the a capella singing competition series THE SING-OFF on Saturdays and the weekday multi-Emmy® Award-winning THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW.
In addition, premiere dates are set for returning favourites including Canada's #1 series THE BIG BANG THEORY and Canada's #1 drama GREY'S ANATOMY, both back in their must-see Thursday night timeslots; Canada's #1 returning new drama BLUE BLOODS; and primetime hits THE AMAZING RACE, DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES, CSI, CSI: NY, CASTLE, and more.
CTV Two
In addition to THE X FACTOR and ANDERSON, the first wave of premiere dates for CTV Two's engaging new Fall lineup include a new Tuesday night combo, the hilarious comedy MAN UP, and police drama THE PROTECTOR.
Some of TV's hottest series joining CTV Two's new lineup include the Emmy®-nominated MIKE & MOLLY, which joins the new Monday night comedy block. The #1 crime drama in Canada last year, CRIMINAL MINDS joins the CTV Two lineup on Wednesdays along with veteran drama LAW & ORDER: SVU. The action-packed Top 20 hit CSI: MIAMI anchors CTV Two's fresh-new Sunday night lineup. Additionally, fan favourites returning to CTV Two this Fall include AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL on Wednesdays, THE VAMPIRE DIARIES on Thursdays and NIKITA on Fridays.
Also returning this Fall is the CTV Two Movie Night, featuring some of Hollywood's favourite feature films, Sundays at 8 p.m. ET. The weekly blockbuster kicks off with Jerry Seinfeld's hit animated feature BEE MOVIE on Sept. 18.
FALL 2011 PREMIERE DATES, Part 1
All dates are subject to change. All times in ET.
Monday Sept 5
7 p.m. – DEGRASSI *NEW TO CTV TWO* (CTV Two)
Monday, September 12
10 a.m. – THE MARILYN DENIS SHOW (CTV)
2 p.m. – THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW *NEW TO CTV * (CTV)
3 p.m. – DR. PHIL (CTV)
3 p.m. – ANDERSON *NEW* (CTV Two)
4 p.m. – DR. OZ (CTV)
4 p.m. – THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW (CTV Two)
5 p.m. – ANDERSON *NEW* (CTV)
8 p.m. – SANCTUARY *NEW TO CTV TWO* (CTV Two)
Tuesday, Sept. 13
9 p.m. – THE PROTECTOR *NEW* (CTV Two)
Wednesday, Sept. 14
9 p.m. – AMERICA'S NEXT TOP MODEL (CTV Two)
Thursday, Sept. 15
8 p.m. – THE VAMPIRE DIARIES (CTV Two)
Monday, Sept. 19
10 p.m. – CASTLE (CTV)
Tuesday, Sept. 20
10 p.m. – UNFORGETTABLE *NEW* (CTV)
Wednesday, Sept. 21
8 p.m. – THE X FACTOR *NEW, TWO-HOUR PREMIERE* (CTV)
9 p.m. – CRIMINAL MINDS (CTV Two)
10 p.m. – CSI (CTV)
10 p.m. – LAW & ORDER: SVU *NEW TO CTV TWO* (CTV Two)
Thursday, Sept. 22
8 p.m. – THE BIG BANG THEORY (CTV)
8 p.m. – THE X FACTOR *NEW, TWO-HOUR PREMIERE* (CTV Two)
9 p.m. – GREY'S ANATOMY *TWO-HOUR PREMIERE* (CTV)
10 p.m. – THE MENTALIST (CTV Two)
Friday, Sept. 23
8 p.m. – NIKITA (CTV Two)
9 p.m. – CSI: NY (CTV)
9 p.m. – DATELINE *TWO-HOUR PREMIERE* (CTV Two)
10 p.m. – BLUE BLOODS (CTV)
Saturday, Sept. 24
8 p.m. – THE SING-OFF *NEW, TWO-HOUR PREMIERE* (CTV)
Sunday, Sept. 25
8 p.m. – THE AMAZING RACE (CTV)
9 p.m. – DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES (CTV)
10 p.m. – PAN AM *NEW* (CTV)
10 p.m. – CSI: MIAMI *NEW TO CTV TWO* (CTV Two)
Monday, Sept. 26
9:30 p.m. – MIKE & MOLLY (CTV Two)
Tuesday, Oct. 18
8:30 p.m. – MAN UP *NEW* (CTV Two)
Friday, Oct. 21
8 p.m. – GRIMM *NEW* (CTV)
Sunday, Oct. 23
7 p.m. – ONCE UPON A TIME *NEW* (CTV)


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Molly Anderson
Class of 2012
Major/Minor: Psychology, Art
Campus Involvement
- Major: Psychology
- Minor: Art
- Concentration: Clinical Counseling
- Zeta Tau Alpha
- Catholic Campus Fellowship
- Order of Omega-Secretary
- TA for General Psychology
- Switchboard Operator
- Peer Mentor Leader
Hometown? Berywn, PA
High School? Archbishop John Carroll
If I could be a dance move? The running man. A DJ called me out for one night. I assume it's because I was so good at it.
Favorite C-town place? The waterfront. Nice place to walk around especially when I need time away from campus. My friends and I like the Saturday morning Farmer's Market, it's worth getting up early.
If I could be a Disney Character I would be? Belle. She has beauty and brains and she's not afraid to be herself. Plus enchanted castle…um yes please!
Favorite 90s song? Backstreet Boys Everybody
Mistake made Freshman year? Thinking I had to make my best friends the first week of school. Friends come and go through out college life and maybe the first person you meet will be your best friend forever but they might not be. I still have 2 best friends that I met in Reid Hall and we might not hang out all the time but trust me, those are the girls I fall back on and I met one because we always brushed our teeth at the same time and the other because I took her wet clothes out of the washer to get my clothes like a month into school.
Favorite Class at WC? Community Psychology because I learned a lot from the people that I met through that class
Recommended Professor? Dr. Jim Siemen because he really challenges his students and I remember most of what I was taught and he has a lot of great experiences to share with the class.
Most Memorable Experience as a First-Year Student? meeting my best friends…I met Kim move in day and we are still good friends.
If I Could be an Animal, I'd be a? easy, shark. I would have a whole week devoted to me each year.
One Thing You Shouldn't Forget to Pack? your cell phone. cell phones have cameras and video cameras to capture every awesome moment and you can text to find out all the on goings on campus as well as call your parents and thank them for sending you to WAC.


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The turbine manufacturer is going through corporate debt restructuring (CDR) as it struggles to keep up with debt repayments following a downturn in the Indian wind market. CDR is a process devised by State Bank of India to help major Indian companies facing liquidity issues deal with their debts without going insolvent.
It is believed to be the first time an Indian company in CDR has sold bonds.
In February, Suzlon suffered the biggest fall in its share price in more than four years when the company's founding shareholders sold 109.9 million shares, wiping 34% off its value.
Suzlon group head of finance Kirti Vagadia said: "The unique structure of the deal, which we believe to be the first ever US-dollar credit-enhanced bond from India, gives the group much needed head room via low-cost funding and a back-ended repayment schedule."
Last week, Suzlon announced that Vagadia will be replaced as chief financial officer by Amit Agarwal a former CFO of steel manufactrer Essar Steel, who will report to chairman Tulsi Tanti. Suzlon said Vagadia would focus on his existing role as Suzlon Group head of finance, which includes overseeing German subsidiary Repower.


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The durable hook-face pads are secured with a high-temperature adhesive backing and accept standard loop-backed sanding discs. Can also be used with our lamb's wool buffs for finishing applications.
The hexagonal shanks avoid slipping in the drill chuck. The 2" size is for acutely curved work, the 3" for larger and flatter surfaces.
Replacement hook-face pads are available separately (installation instructions included).
Made in Australia.


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I renewed my account today after it had expired. I tried to test https://github.com/SchedulesDirect/JSON-Service/issues/4 but it says my account is still expired. I'm guessing this is maybe something that is updated daily and that it will work tomorrow? If that's the case, I think this needs to update more often. The old xml interface seems to work right away.
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Two more singers are sent packing tonight. But first, coach Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert pay tribute to his home state with a stripped down version of "Over You." Simple and beautiful.
The feel-goodness continues with Team Shakira, who runs through heartfelt Pretenders' classic "I'll Stand by You." (I've always loved Shakira's version.) It's like a mini-telethon. And I'm not complaining. This is nice and feels removed from the pressure of the competition.
And then Vin Diesel shows up wearing sunglasses indoors and d-bags up the whole place. THANKS A LOT, VIN DIESEL.
Danielle Bradbery, our Cypress girl, is the first person declared safe. Obvious out of the way first. Also safe, and no surprise, is Judith Hill.
Team Blake takes the stage with "Mountain Music," and it's not even funny how much Danielle stands out from the rest of the pack. The Swon Brothers and Holly Tucker are like her backup singers.
More saves: Michelle Chamuel! YAY! Sasha Allen! Also yay!
Team Usher onstage singing, for some unknown reason, "The Look of Love." And why is he removing his jacket mid-song? I can't with you, Usher. The only think I like is that Michelle is on your team.
Sarah Simmons is called safe then takes the stage alongside Amber Carrington (also safe) and Judith for "I Got the Music in Me." This show is getting more and more random as the hour progresses. And those dresses give the whole thing a '70s variety show feel. I do, however, appreciate the edge in Amber's voice, which hasn't been apparent in previous performances.
There's really no reason to stretch this out. As I, and likely several of you, predicted, Josiah Hawley and Kris Thomas are out. That leaves seven females and the Swon Brothers, who will probably be gone next week. This is a girl's game — and we're still looking at you, Danielle.
"The Voice" airs at 7 p.m. Mondays and 8 p.m. Tuesdays on NBC.


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At a loss of what to make for lunch, I had to resort to re-creating a thing I had last night, which was mushrooms with melted goat's cheese on top. Anyway, it worked out quite well, with the addition of some quinoa to bolster it all up a bit. I didn't use garlic for this recipe because I didn't feel like eating it, but you can if you like. Sorry, crap photo again (although my manicure looks pretty good) but it was v tasty.
So, for one robust, practically carb-free lunch you will need:
1 handful of interesting mushrooms (I used shitake), roughly chopped
1 bunch parsley
1 shallot, chopped
a round of goat's cheese
about 40g quinoa
1 Boil up the quinoa in some salted water for 15 minutes
2 melt a knob of butter in a frying pan and cook the shallot gently for about 10 minutes, then add the mushrooms and cook until soft
3 drain the quinoa and throw in with the mushrooms. Snip or chop in some parsley and stir round. Season.
4 Turn it out in to a small gratin dish and place disks of goat's cheese on top. I cut mine too thin and they dissolved in a boring way. I reckon you should aim for disks about 1 cm thick.
5 Slide under a very hot grill until the cheese is bubbling


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UK mobile operator O2 has announced that the company will be launching its 4G mobile network on August 29th. The operator will snap up second place in the LTE race here in the UK, following EE's incredible lead to get established over its competitors. Initially available in London, Leeds and Bradford, O2 will be planning to extend the service to cover a further 10 cities by 2014.
This is the news many consumers have been waiting for. EE will now be challenged by O2 and competing networks as the likes of Vodafone and Three also hop on-board and launch their respective network upgrades. How much will you be looking to fork out for 4G on O2? The basic 4G tariff will be starting at £26 a month - though it's not yet known what the plan will include.
O2's Ronan Dunne has said the company aims to match EE's launch speeds, but acknowledges that the network will be slower initially in areas where EE has installed "double speed" 4G equipment. Upgrading early will enable those who reside in supporting cities will be able to take advantage of the increased data speeds, as well as O2's 3G network elsewhere while the company gets started with the upgrades.
This is good news for Microsoft and Nokia too as O2 has become a major partner in the UK, carrying multiple Windows Phones. Unfortunately, O2 has sided with EE by charging more for higher allowances and will not be offering an "unlimited" option. Dunne did tease that customers who purchase a tariff directly through O2 will get a year's worth of free music content, though it's not clear what that would include.
As noted above, the locations that will be covered by the end of the year include Birmingham, Newcastle, Glasgow, Liverpool, Nottingham, Leicester, Coventry, Sheffield, Manchester and Edinburgh. O2 aims to reach 98% of the population by the end of 2015 - a full two years earlier than the deadline set by regulator Ofcom.
O2 has also started offering free Internet access on the London Underground. Both Vodafone and Three have stated they plan to unleash 4G by the end of the year.
Source: BBC; thanks, Luke, for the heads up!


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ROMANCE IN THE AIR: Tips from AllEars® Readers
Compiled by
Debra Martin Koma
Senior Editor, ALL EARS®
OK, so it's not spring yet, but still… our fancy is turning to thoughts of love and romance.
A few months ago, we asked you to share your best tips for creating romantic moments while visiting Walt Disney World. Many of your responses didn't surprise us — romantic dinners at California Grill or Victoria & Albert's, walks on the beach at the Polynesian, spa treatments, and watching the fireworks from a cozy hammock are all just what we might have expected. But some of you definitely look for romance in more unusual places, and suggested some uncommon ways to put that romantic spark into a night at the Most Magical Place on Earth! As Valentine's Day is just around the corner, we thought we'd share some of the most romantic tips, as well as some magical romantic memories our readers created for themselves.
Kelly Roberts: My husband and I have been fortunate enough to spend the past five anniversaries at Disney World. Each time we visit, we make sure to keep to our romantic traditions while also providing opportunities for new memories. We always spend our anniversary dinner at California Grill in the Contemporary Resort. As deluxe restaurants go, it's the perfect combination of exquisite flavors, amazing views, and love-my-honey ambiance! My husband and I time our dinner to coincide with "Wishes"; we'll take our drinks out to the outdoor observation deck and listen to the piped-in music as the fireworks explode in front of us. On our most recent anniversary, we walked on the beach of the Polynesian at night, timing it again with "Wishes." The music is piped in here as well, but the atmosphere is romantic for a different reason; here, we sat on the sand, arm in arm, sharing the event with just a few other spectators. Bliss!
Vincent: Our favorite romantic night out is a trip to Victoria & Albert's. It is one night (without the children) each trip where we spoil ourselves. I cannot describe the ambience better than your site. The little touches such as the harpist, the personalized menus and the personal attention all contribute to a night always remembered… We plan on a nice night out and are prepared to spend the money. No whim is too much. At the risk of sounding corny or using a cliché, this night is truly 'Magical' for us.
Jessica W.: I got engaged while on vacation [in WDW] in late November 2003. My boyfriend at the time booked the Romance Package, which included a carriage ride and two vouchers that we used for dining at Jiko and Bistro de Paris. We stayed at the Wilderness Lodge, which was decked out in wonderful Christmas decorations. This was the perfect time of year for a carriage ride at Fort Wilderness in the dark. There were so many campsites that were decorated for the holidays with lights and wreaths. It was the perfect setting for my boyfriend to pop the question… We followed up our romantic carriage ride with our first meal at my all-time favorite restaurant, Victoria & Albert's… V&A's is definitely the most romantic, truly candlelit dinner on WDW property and worth every penny we spent. It was so nice to dress up and be treated like royalty by the best waitstaff you will ever encounter… The main dining room is definitely one of the most romantic spots at WDW with wonderful flower arrangements, harp music, soft lighting, fantastic food, superb service, and a rose at the end of the meal for the ladies. Who could ask for anything more?
Laurie DeGreef: Walt Disney World is definitely a romantic place, especially for the young-at-heart. My husband and I do not know who adores the place more, us adults or our three young boys! Luckily, during our last two trips, my aunt from Bradenton has come up to spend some time with us during our stay at Walt Disney World. She stays in her motor home at Fort Wilderness and even takes the boys for a sleepover one night. My husband and I actually get a "date night" at The Most Magical Place on Earth! We typically enjoy a romantic dinner at one of the Epcot restaurants and then stroll through the World Showcase hand-in-hand. The best part of the entire evening, though, is back at our resort — the Polynesian. Nothing is more romantic than sharing a hammock with my husband on the beach of the Seven Seas Lagoon, gazing out at views of the Grand Floridian, Magic Kingdom, Contemporary, and starry sky! Depending on the time, we can even catch a glimpse of Wishes or the Electrical Water Pageant. It is truly a Magical "Romantic" Moment!
Terri Gahr: I suggest eating at the California Grill on the top of Contemporary. Make sure you set your reservations so that you are there when the fireworks from Magic Kingdom go off. The restaurant dims the lights, and you just sit there watching the most magical show. The food it spectacular also! We did this on our honeymoon, and was very romantic.
Mike Ceglio: Probably the most romantic dinner I have ever had at WDW was in the San Angel Inn, in the Mexico pavilion in Epcot. For the optimum romantic experience try to get the latest seating when most people are getting for Illuminations. If you can, request a table by the water, where the boats from the ride go by. With the dimly lit ambience of the restaurant, the backdrop of the beautiful colors of the boat ride, and the late hour not having too many small children in the restaurant, we had a wonderful romantic time. Naturally we did this in the spring, before schools got out.
Chris in Iowa: My wife and I took our honeymoon at Disney. My best romantic tip would be for a couple, whether they have kids or not, take one evening out and have a Disney Date. For us that meant Dinner at Spoodles, dessert at Seashore Sweets, a tandem bike ride around Crescent Lake and fun and a few drinks enjoying the show at Jellyrolls. Disney offers so much more than rides. Plan an evening that you and your spouse can relax and have some adult fun. Maybe Dinner at Bongos and a concert at House of Blues. Maybe Wolfgang Pucks and a movie at the AMC Theaters. Or the Hawaiian Luau and a evening stroll along the beach to watch the Lighted Boat parade. To make it even more special, make it a surprise. Make your reservation at your favorite restaurant or buy your tickets to a show ahead of time but don't tell your spouse. If you have older kids tell the oldest they are in charge for the evening at the pool. Or if you have young ones, set them up with Disney In Room Babysitting. Then that evening tell your spouse to get ready for a dinner reservation (which is a fake) and surprise them only when you're ready to leave that it's an evening just for the two of you. It might end up being the most Magical Date you've ever been on.
Olivia Burns: My tip is to stay behind after the fireworks at the Magic Kingdom and just enjoy the atmosphere and being together! My husband and I spent the last night of our honeymoon doing this and found ourselves dancing to the background music and just enjoying one another's company in the happiest place on earth! Needless to say I didn't ever want to leave!
Kristin McCown: My husband and I spent our honeymoon at the World, so we know how romantic it can be! One of our favorite romantic activities is to walk along the Seven Seas Lagoon between the Grand Floridian and the Polynesian at night. For some reason, it is almost always deserted, so you don't have to fight the crowds to get a chair or hammock at the beach area. And if you time it right, you can watch the fireworks at the Magic Kingdom. We also stop by the lounge outside of 'Ohana at the Polynesian to get an appetizer or a cocktail after our walk.
mm1eyej: Make sure to go to City Hall for your pin if you're celebrating a special occasion as they give you buttons to wear and lots of the cast members make a big deal about it. We even got special things (free dessert, priority Fastpasses, etc.) in the parks because we had those on.
Shelley: There are plenty of "traditional" romantic activities at the World (my personal favorite is a quiet tea-for-two at the Garden View Tea Room). But some of our most romantic moments have been in a less obvious place — Spaceship Earth. After hours in the parks fighting the crowds and heat, it is such a joy to snuggle up in the little car and enjoy a peaceful ride. It is dark and cool, and we feel like we are in our own little world, if only for a few minutes (it is particularly cozy during off-peak periods when you have empty cars on either end). And every time we reach the top of the sphere and see the stars laid out above us, I remember the most important part of the trip — spending time alone with my favorite person in the world at the happiest place on earth!
D. Nash: The best spa treatment is a his-and-hers steam bath/mud bath at the spa on the cruise. There is a beautiful, private steam room with different bowls of mud. A staff member explains where each type of mud should go on your body. She then leaves and you each take turns smearing the mud on one another. There is steam and showers in the room to wash off in. It is private and romantic and a bell chimes five minutes before a staff member enters so no embarrassing moments happen! I had to drag my husband to this on our honeymoon but he ended up loving it and it is a fantastic memory for BOTH of us!
Leslie and Mike Mack: The following location/time I am going to suggest as "romantic" may be a surprise: We both love and will not miss the brunch at Cinderella Castle! I knew we were in for a treat on our first visit when the hostess stated, "Please go into the lobby and wait to be greeted by the Fairy Godmother…" From there we entered into the circular shaped elevator and when the doors opened it felt like we entered a different world. The sun was shining through the stained glass windows, the princesses were visiting each table, and we were greeted like we were royalty… The ambience, food and early admittance into the park can not be missed! My husband was very reluctant to try it, but enjoyed every picture with the princesses, the food, and our amazing anniversary toast to each other with OJ! What an awesome way to start the day in the Magic Kingdom! No matter what age or circumstance, the brunch is not to be missed.
Patty Lesko: Some romantic things my husband and I have experienced at Disney in the past have been:
1) Finding a nice quiet spot at the Animal Kingdom Lodge porches at the back of the resort at night… sitting on the rocking chairs staring at the tree which kind of resembles the Tree of Life, watching the stars and enjoying the peace and quietness of the resort. Or just sitting on your balcony overlooking the savanna or pool with a glass of wine, enjoying the night and not having any worries or cares.
2) Arriving at Epcot when World Showcase opens at 11 a.m., walking up to the lake just behind the shops and just taking in the beautiful view of all Italy, France, China , etc. with your arms around each other and a breeze blowing through your hair.
3) Relaxing on the Polynesian beach during the day with your honey, sipping on a Mai Tai, and listening to the waves roll in from the Seven Seas Lagoon.
4) Chilling out with your honey on a pontoon boat on the Seven Seas Lagoon.
Jackie: My husband and I just LOVE Epcot. At night after IllumiNations finishes, we sit and wait for everyone to leave, sometimes in the back area of UK by the mazes. We let our son run though the shrub maze (he is 7 now) if he is not sleeping in a stroller and we sit and watch him. Hardly anyone goes back there as the shops wind down for the night. It's like having a private area to yourself. There are water fountains if the kids get thirsty, or you can grab a snack from the fish and chips shop prior to this retreat. We have had some of our best "we are so happy we are married and so happy we are in Disney World" moments and conversation back there while we sit and share a moment. The lights are at a decent level, and we can still hear the songs they always play after IllumiNations.
Hilary H. Sommer: I met my husband in 2001 and since then we've been to WDW twice together with another trip coming up… I am slowly but surely converting him! Here are just some of our romance suggestions:
— Swimming late at night (assuming the pool is open); it is often very quiet and you may just have the pool to yourselves!
— Strolling around Port Orleans (either Riverside or French Quarter) after dark, holding hands and listening to the sounds of nature (real or Disney-created)
— Hitting the Victoria Falls Lounge at Animal Kingdom Lodge and viewing the animals — something very romantic and seductive about the African setting
— Riding the boat from Ft. Wilderness or the Wilderness Lodge to the Magic Kingdom
— His/hers spa treatments at Grand Floridian or Saratoga Springs
Jessica W.: My husband and I like to hop on the Tomorrowland Transit Authority at any time of day; it's one of our favorites. However, the most romantic time is during Wishes. It's fun to ride around Tomorrowland, in and out of the buildings, and catching the sounds and glimpses of the fireworks. I would definitely recommend it to couples who have seen Wishes a few times and are looking for a new way to experience the fireworks. We also love to sit on one of the benches near the hub after the huge surge of people have left the park for the night so that we can hold hands and watch the castle change colors.
Melissa Slocum: The most romantic evening I had at Disney was when we took a carriage ride at Fort Wilderness. I planned it for our anniversary and it was perfect. In the middle of the carriage ride we started to see and hear the firworks, which made it even more romantic. I would recommend this to any couple of any age.
The Ravster13: The rocking chairs that surround the outdoor fire at the Animal Kingdom Lodge are a great place to spend some time with your significant other, especially on a cool night with a warm drink.
Nancy Harrison: We spent part of our honeymoon at Disney World as "second timers" with grown children. No, the kids didn't come with us, but that would have been fun! We started with a Disney Wonder cruise and there's nothing about the cruise that is not romantic. Special highlights were dinner and brunch at Palo. We also did a spa treatment, but had more fun giving out little Disney trinkets to children near the family pool. I'd brought extra pins (for the bigger kids) and purchased some baby toys for the little ones… Other fun moments included getting in one of the Jacuzzi spas at the adult pool very soon after we'd boarded — it was deserted. Also taking walks along the promenade late a night — very quiet and peaceful. And what can I say about Serenity Bay? What a treasure!
Teresa E.: My husband and I try to take at least one adults-only trip per year to the World. Last year my husband called the Disney Florist at 407-827-3505 and received tons of help in making our trip romantic. They offered everything from rose petals and champagne waiting for me in our room to a ride on Cinderella's carriage complete with footmen and a glass slipper. Unfortunately for me, this one was a wee bit out of his budget, but the helpful cast member had plenty of other romantic ideas. I didn't mind at all that they weren't his!
Cindy and Gerald Ellison: My husband and I enjoy the horse and buggy rides at Port Orleans Riverside and French Quarter. The evening ride through the softly lit hotel grounds is romantic. The moss-covered trees, the light reflecting off the water, and the gentle breeze makes for a memorable evening.
Heidi Weymouth: My husband and I always go to the Boardwalk area for dinner and relaxation the first night of our vacation. After dinner we stroll around Crescent Lake taking in the sights and sounds, making sure to spend plenty of time just sitting on the many benches located on the path. We enjoy the free entertainment near the Boardwalk Inn and play some of the carnival games, too; it's very romantic to have your sweetie try to win you a prize! (Here's a tip within a tip: If you are staying at a Disney hotel and took a bus or boat to get there, take a taxi back to your hotel. Nothing can ruin an evening like having bus problems or delays. Taxis are waiting just outside the Boardwalk Inn entrance; ask a valet to get you one.)
Diana from Maine: As the mother of two children, ages 7 and 5, my romantic tip is: GO WITHOUT THE KIDS! WDW is a favorite spot for our family, and we try to visit from Maine every winter, but it is so wonderful to go with just my husband, even if it's just for a quick getaway. Take things at a slower pace,stroll through gardens or along the waterfront. Hit all those "grown up" restaurants and rides, but don't be afraid to go on the "kiddie" rides too. If it rains, who cares? One year it poured and as everyone huddled around the doors of the Mexico Pavilion waiting for it to let up, my husband and I made a mad dash through the puddles, holding hands and laughing, and we felt like we had all of Epcot to ourselves! It couldn't have been more romantic! And let's face it, just being able to think about ourselves for a while, without carrying around all the gear that goes with our kids, melts the stress away and makes WDW romantic, just being with the one you love!
Maria V Torres: Once of the best moonlit walks we ever did was on the grounds of the Caribbean Beach Resort. After a wonderful dinner at Shutter's, we took the path from Port Royale back to our room. The paths were lit with low lights and the moon shining above. With all the foliage surrounding the paths it made us feel almost like we were in a jungle on a different continent. We decided to go sit on a hammock and do moon gazing instead. It was one of the most beautiful breathtaking moments we've had — looking at the water, moon and stars!
Christine DeFilippo: Nothing is more romantic then walking World Showcase at night with your significant other. My husband and I recently had the opportunity to visit WDW by ourselves for the first time without the children. We went to Epcot one day and we were able to take time to appreciate all the little things we don't get to do with the kids. Then we walked down to the Beach Club for drinks and to change into something a little nicer. We walked back to France and had dinner upstairs. After we walked around the countries hand in hand. It was like being on vacation in several different countries at once. The music was playing, it wasn't crowded, the lights were low. It is very romantic.
And finally, Shannon Bonadurer is pulling out all the romantic stops: I have just recently planned a surprise second honeymoon for my husband and me. I started with getting reservations at the hotel we stayed in on our honeymoon — the Polynesian. Then I called the Disney Florist and ordered rose petal turn down service, champagne and cheese, and chocolates, and matching embroidered Mickey robes. Each day I have a clue for him for something that is planned. That Saturday he will open a bag with an appropriate card and a hula girl inside. We will attend the Luau front row center and be presented with orchid leis from the Disney Florist. We did this on our first honeymoon. The next day he will open a bag with a card and spa products inside. We have an 80-minute couples massage scheduled. The next day he will open a bag with a card and a small Christmas ornament of a Yacht. We are taking the Grand 1 Yacht out for three hours with champagne and hors d'oeuvres to watch the fireworks. I think it should be pretty romantic. I have a card and a gift bag before we leave, and the card has our plane information and the bag has a Mickey Mouse and a Hawaiian shirt. I also have a limo to pick us up.
Heather Fresa: A few years ago, my husband and I took a romantic trip to Canada to celebrate our anniversary. Lucky for us, we get to relive those lovely memories much closer to home. We love to visit the Canada pavilion at Epcot because it takes us right back to that happy time, much better than pictures ever could. We stroll through the gardens and remember our afternoon at Butchart Gardens. We eat at Le Cellier, and we're immediately transported. As we enjoy our meal, we reminisce about all of the wonderful restaurants and sights we enjoyed on our trip. After that, we go to the O Canada Circlevision program and watch our memories come to life on film. I imagine there are many others who experience the same special feelings when they visit Epcot pavilions representing countries they've traveled to… especially if it was a romantic trip.
Perry Woodard: My husband and I have gone to Disney World for quite a few years to celebrate our anniversary. This year will be our 34th anniversary. For our 30th though, we had a special romantic evening at Victoria & Albert's. This had to be the most romantic, delicious and elegant meal we had. It was wonderful. So wonderful that we did it again the next year. We also took some suggestions from our Disney Guide book for romantic things to do and when we were at Epcot we strolled the gardens in France with a glass of champagne, We sipped tea in the UK and a secluded romantic corner of the restaurant in Italy and enjoyed it regardless of the hustle and bustle around us. We finished our evening with a glass of wine in Germany. Traveling from country to country and enjoying an appetizer or dessert or glass of your favorite wine is a great way to just stroll around the world with that special someone. The next year we enjoyed a lovely dinner and fireworks display at the top of the Contemporary at the California Grill. The hostess seated us in a secluded corner with a fantastic view and the meal was terrific.
Linda Brantner: My husband and I have been to the two most romantic places in all of Disney World: Victoria & Albert's and the California Grill. I gave my husband Dan a surprise weekend in Disney World for his 50th birthday. We actually never went into any of the parks that time we just visited all the hotels, Downtown Disney and played miniature golf (things we are just to tired to do when we go to the parks). On that Saturday night I had made reservations at Victoria & Alberts. The experience was one of sheer delight and unbelievable taste sensations and the ultimate romantic experience with harp music and your own two servers treating you like royalty. It's not something the average vacationer will put into their budget, but for a special occasion it is worth every penny. The next time we do it we will reserve the Chef's Table.
The second most romantic experience in Disney World we had was on our 10th anniversary. My husband Dan and I took our daughter and her family that year to stay with us at Boardwalk — our Disney Vacation Club home. Dan had told me ahead of time that we would go out one night by ourselves for a nice dinner. Well, the nice dinner turned out to be at the California Grill. After dinner and before dessert, he got down on one knee in the restaurant and proposed to me "again" and gave me a beautiful diamond anniversary ring just as the fireworks started at the Magic Kingdom. It was the most MAGICAL experience of my life and just confirmed again why I'm so in love with my husband.
Mrs. Leto: My husband and I just returned from WDW where we celebrated our 15 year anniversary without the kids. We had a wonderful and relaxing time. There was one thing that really sticks out. We watched Wishes from the rose garden at the Magic Kingdom. We had a wonderful view! Afterwards my husband and I decided to just let the crowds head out and we would take our time leaving. After about 10 minutes we walked down into the rose garden further and it was so peaceful and really all we could hear was the music from the park, so we danced. It was a beautiful end to a beautiful evening. My husband told me I was as beautiful as all the roses surrounding us. It truly must have been some "Disney magic"; he usually isn't quite so mushy. Anyway, it is something I will always remember and that spot will have a special place in my heart.
A. Brooks: My late husband and I used to celebrate our December wedding anniversary at Disney World. One evening, we went to the Grand Floridian to check out the elegant lobby in its Christmas splendor. A small band was playing on the balcony and my husband asked them to play "Stardust," one of "our" songs. As the sweet strains began, my husband slipped his arm around me. We stood on the upper level in an almost dream-like state, enchanted by the music, gazing at the twinkling Christmas tree and the holiday beauty below. The music completely filled the lobby and as the final notes hung in the air, I walked over to the band, tears dripping from my chin, and blubbered, "Thank you." Today, whenever I walk into the Grand Floridian, I can still hear "Stardust" and think of that special night.


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Lipscomb first baseman Tennyson Dodd is playing summer league baseball for the Niagara Power. He hit the first home run of the season for the team Sunday, June 27, in a 5-1 win at Geneva. The ninth inning homer was his second RBI of the game; He singled home a run in the first inning.
The team is based in Niagara Falls, N.Y. and is part of the New York Collegiate Baseball League. The team is also affiliated with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
In the Cotton States League based in Mississippi outfielder Lee Wilson is playing for the Tallahatchie Rascals and pitcher Josh Chism is on the roster for the Tippah County Tribe.
Through games of June 28 Wilson is batting .258 with two doubles and two triples in nine games, all as a starter. He has a .452 slugging percentage.
Chism has an 0-0 record and 1.00 earned run average. In 10 innings he has struck out nine batters and walked four.
Several Bisons are participating in the Valley Baseball League which is based in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Pitchers Davey Hackett, Dannie Strable and Mike Grace are on the staff for the Front Royal Cardinals.
Hackett has a 0-2 record with a 6.00 ERA. He has made four appearances, all as a starter. In 15 innings he has allowed 19 hits and 14 runs. He has walked 12 and struck out 11. Teams are batting .302 against him.
Strable is 0-0 with 5.06 ERA. He has made four appearances, all as a reliever. In 5.1 innings he has given up nine hits and four runs. He has walked six and struck out two.
Grace is 1-0 in eight appearances out of the bullpen. He has a 2.84 ERA. In 19 innings he has allowed 11 hits and eight runs. He has struck out 18 batters and walked two. He has held batters to a .169 average.
Chris Nunn is pitching for the Winchester Royals in the Valley Baseball League. He is 0-0 with an 11.20 ERA. He has made seven appearances, two as a starter. In 13.2 innings he has scattered 19 hits and given up 17 runs. He has walked 12 and struck out 18. Batters are hitting a combined .339 against him.
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When looking for cryotherapy it is important to consider many factors before making a decision. First of all, what is cryotherapy, and what is a cryospa? There are many cryotherapy options in Miami Beach, but we are the most experienced and professional spa. Top Cryotherapy has the accolades and recommendations to back up our stance as the premier cryospa in the Dade county area.
At TopCryotherapy, we take great pride in ensuring you have a wonderful experience, whether you are doing whole body cryotherapy, a cryofacial, or quickly stepping into a cryosauna. This is what makes us the best Miami Beach cryospa. Even if you are just wondering what the cost of cryotherapy is, we can help.
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As soon as you arrive in our Miami Beach location, we will be happy to have you tour the cryotherapy chambers as well as answer all questions that you might have concerning whole body cryotherapy and our processes .
After signing your waiver , you will be shown to the treatment area , when we are able to review directions step by step on what you should wear, how you can gain access to the cryospa and how one can let us recognize when you are prepared .
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When you are in your protective apparel, (you are going to remove all garments apart from socks , slippers and gloves , that happen to be supplied . Men must bring cotton underwear or boxers, because you will require the additional protection. You will go into the cryosauna, then you are going to ring the bell situated conveniently in the cryotherapy chamber, and a team member will come into the area and review the guidelines with you. They are going to then activate the cryo chamber and be with you, talking you through the entire procedure. We are going to be asking for your feedback during the therapy to guarantee your ease and comfort.
We will only see your face, as the remainder of the body is going to be in the cryosauna. The cooled air commences, lamps shine down and you immediately experience the effects of the cryosauna healing the body, alleviating your pain and revitalizing your skin!
Then as fast as it began, three minutes has gone by, the device is switched off, and your body immediately begins to warm back up to regular temperature. Our staff member departs the room, enabling you to exit the cryospa and get dressed in total privacy.
The instant impacts of the cryotherapy will have by now kicked in when you leave the room. Your body is re-warming. You will notice marginally pink skin with goose bumps as well as have a warm tickling feeling as blood rushes back in your extremities. After 10-15 minutes you will notice greater energy that can last for up to 6 hours.
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At TopCryotherapy, we understand it is your body so you have a much better knowledge than anyone about how you feel. We encourage you to discuss throughout the procedure what you are feeling and keep in mind that if at ANY time you feel uneasy in the course of your session, you will have total control to halt the session at any time.
What is cryotherapy?
Without getting into too much medical detail, cryotherapy is the process of using extremely cold temperature to heal and rejuvenate the body. It can help sore muscles and joints, achy backs, improve skin conditions such as acne and eczema, tighten up find lines and wrinkles, and even give you a mood enhancing boost for a significant time after the treatment. The body itself is exposed to extreme temps but only for a short period of time, around 3 minutes. The internal body temperature does not drop much at all, only the outer layer of the skin. This procedure is done in a cryotherapy chamber, which releases cold nitrogen gas to achieve the extreme temperature drop in such a quick amount of time. Many professional athletes and celebrities alike have started to use cryotherapy as a means to assist their bodies in recovering from their active lifestyles. However, you don't have to be either of those to enjoy a reinvigorating session of Miami Beach Florida cryotherapy.
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I don't think Christians are evil. But the Christian God is evil, and belief in him runs the risk of non-evil people embracing evil through lazy moral and intellectual concessions to things that do not deserve to be conceded. And the Problem of Evil settles it.
The PoE came up on yesterday's show, and in response to the show we got some correspondence from an atheist who's having this very discussion with a Christian friend. As we see from the friend's responses, theodicy isn't so much an exercise in rebutting the Problem of Evil as making excuses for it. [Read more…]


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Belle Isle closer to becoming state park under lease signed by city, stateTuesday, October 1, 2013
Belle Isle could soon become Michigan's 102nd state park under a planned partnership between the city of Detroit and state of Michigan. The signed lease, a 30 year-term with two 15-year renewals, will relieve city financial pressures, revitalize the island park and improve the quality of life for city residents.
"One way to revitalize Detroit is by revitalizing Belle Isle, one of Detroit's most iconic places," said Gov. Rick Snyder. "This state-city partnership will provide a clean, safe park environment and enhance Belle Isle for citizens while still allowing the city to retain ownership of one of its jewels. This lease will save Detroit much-needed funds as the city emerges from financial crisis and will generate economic development and neighborhood revitalization that are core to Detroit's comeback."
The lease was signed by Detroit Emergency Manager Kevyn Orr, Keith Creagh, director of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR), and Kirk Steudle, director of the Michigan Department of Transportation, on Monday, and then by Gov. Snyder today, Tuesday, Oct. 1. The lease was then transmitted to the city of Detroit. Under Public Act 436, the law governing emergency managers, the City Council has 10 days to approve or disapprove the lease. If the Council rejects the lease, it has an additional seven days to advance an alternative that would save the same amount of money or more as the lease.
"Detroit's current financial condition prohibits the city from investing in the much-needed restoration of Belle Isle," said Mayor Dave Bing. "As I stated last year when a proposed lease agreement was developed, my administration strongly believes the state park structure is the best option for managing and maintaining the island and restoring it to its grandeur."
Under the lease terms, the city will maintain ownership of Belle Isle while the Michigan DNR will assume responsibility for managing Belle Isle according to the standards of other Michigan state parks. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will assume responsibility for roads and bridges on Belle Isle.
Under the lease, a 90-day transition period will follow, after which the DNR would assume management of the park. The DNR will begin to improve the park immediately following that 90-day transition period based on a detailed one-year phased management plan that is included in the lease.
State management of the island will save Detroit a minimum of $4 million a year. In addition, the state will invest in the island through a variety of sources, including grants, bonds and donations from private organizations willing to partner in the park's revitalization. State investment will amount to between $10 million and $20 million in the first 18-36 months of state management.
A 7-member advisory committee will advise the state on improvements and master planning for the park. The advisory committee will consist of three representatives appointed by the governor; one representative appointed by Detroit City Council; two representatives appointed by the mayor of the city; and one representative to serve as chair jointly appointed by the governor and mayor. At least three members of the committee must be residents of the city of Detroit. The state will work cooperatively with the Belle Isle Conservancy and other partners, in collaboration with the advisory committee, to develop and improve the park.
The Recreation Passport, which offers access to all Michigan state parks and recreation areas across the state for an entire year, will be required for entry to Belle Isle beginning Jan. 1, 2014. The Passport, which currently costs $11 for Michigan residents, is a per-car charge. It does not apply to individuals. Pedestrians, bicyclists and those using public transportation can enter the park for free and will not need the Passport.
Park revenue from permit fees, rental fees, special events, grants, endowments and other sources that derive from Belle Isle – excluding Recreation Passport revenue -- will be placed in a special sub-account in the Department of Natural Resources State Park Improvement Fund to administer, maintain and improve the park. The balance of that sub-account will transfer to the city upon termination of the lease.
The state will provide the mayor of Detroit and Detroit City Council with annual reports updating them on management of the park. The city or state can terminate the lease for cause if the other party fails to fulfill the terms of the lease. The parties can terminate the lease by mutual agreement at any time.
The DNR's Law Enforcement Division and Michigan State Police have collaborated with the Detroit Police Department to ensure a security plan is implemented in an effective, community oriented fashion to ensure a safe and pleasant experience at Belle Isle Park. That includes use of effective community outreach, use of community oriented policing principles and effective environmental design security measures. With the DNR and State Police assuming security responsibilities for the park, Detroit Police will be able to redeploy up to 22 officers to mainland responsibilities.
Belle Isle will operate according to rules consistent with other state parks to ensure the safety of visitors and the quality of the experience. However, the DNR has the ability to tailor these general park rules to the needs of those who use Belle Isle to accommodate the park's unique circumstances.
Under terms of the lease the state will develop an outreach plan to local training agencies and schools to increase the potential for hiring qualified Detroit residents for jobs on the island. The DNR will collaborate with the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation to develop pre-bid workshops for Detroit businesses to help them engage in the state bidding process for contracts on Belle Isle.
"This lease preserves ownership of one of city's crown jewels with Detroiters and creates a partnership with the state to improve and invest in Belle Isle," EM Orr said. "This is yet another example of how the restructuring of Detroit is continuing to improve services for the city's 700,000 residents."
According to DNR Director Keith Creagh, the lease will extend the state's investment in Detroit that includes managing Milliken State Park, providing grants for the Detroit riverfront and transforming the Globe Building into an Outdoor Adventure and Discovery Center. "Together, these attractions will create a gateway to Michigan's world-class natural resources for Detroit residents and all citizens of Michigan."
Click here to see a copy of the Belle Isle lease.


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Welcome back to school! It's that time for freshly sharpened pencils, new faces, and … elections.
Debates are an invigorating election fixture. Use the media buzz to spark your students' interest in the issues and candidates that affect their future. I am excited to share Debate Watching Tools from the venerable, nonpartisan League of Women Voters. These tools will teach your students to look beyond the candidates' appearance and instead focus on their stands on the issues.
Then move from the debates to an agenda shaped by everyday Americans, not party lines, in Purple America, the current issue of YES!
I encourage you to use this newsletter's lesson plans and resources to capture your students' attention and get them involved in the election. Now is the time.
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Debates (the first is on Sept. 26) are one of many ways we can educate ourselves about candidates and what they stand for. The League of Women Voters' Debate Watching Tools include Debate Watching 101, How to Judge a Candidate, and a candidate scorecard.
Watching a debate is more exciting as a group. So, gather your students and be part of history!
Use this election season to hone your students' skills in media literacy, deciphering political cartoons, and evaluating candidate voting records.
A comprehensive curriculum for elementary and secondary students called Access, Analyze, Act: A Blueprint for 21st Century Civic Engagement. Lesson plans on interpreting media messages and creating political videos and blogs will surely pique their interest.
Take a video tour of New York City, Atlanta, Cleveland, Williamsport, Los Angeles, and Little Rock, then use Purple America's discussion guide to engage in a frank and thoughtful dialogue with your students about values we share (or not) as Americans.
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A database of accurate and relevant information about "those who govern us and those who wish to replace those who do." Voting records, campaign contributions, and positions on issues help your students assess state and federal candidates. Lesson plans included.
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Imagine for a second a PPC advertiser's worst nightmare: You log into AdWords and your keywords, ads and campaigns all have zeros in the conversion stat column! Worse yet, it isn't a performance problem – just a tracking problem. Scary or not, it can happen and it's your job to roll with the punches.
It goes without saying that conversion tracking is of utmost importance to PPC management. But every once in a while something happens that separates you from your conversion data. Maybe there is a delay in conversion code installation. Perhaps a website update erased the codes. Or maybe the codes simply can't be installed! (Believe it or not, in the past few months I've had all three of these scenarios play out.)
With or without conversion tracking, it's still your job to manage and improve your PPC campaigns. Where do you go from here?
Use a Backup Data Source
If you're lucky, in addition to native PPC conversion tracking, you have another method for tracking.
Google Analytics is a great option. Not only do you get comprehensive data across your entire website, but setting up goals for recording conversions is simple and effective. Add the fact that you can import Analytics goals into AdWords, this is a great plan b.
Any analytics option will do: Omniture, WebTrends, Yahoo Web Analytics, etc. You might even have secondary conversion tracking set up in a tool like Acquisio or Marin. Whatever the tool or service is, lean on this data until your native conversion tracking is fixed.
What if you don't have access to a backup? Or worse yet, simply don't have a backup?
Focus on Core Metrics
In the absence of any conversion data, your PPC management needs to become laser focused on the core PPC metrics. Take your management back to the basics. Make a strategy focused on cost-per-click (CPC), click-through rate (CTR) and quality score.
Take the opportunity to optimize your campaigns. Break your keywords into super-tight ad groups so you can write super-relevant ads. This will increase your CTR.
Make sure that you're pointing those ads to the most relevant landing page – preferably one that includes the keywords you're targeting. This, combined with the increase in CTR, will improve your quality score.
What happens when quality score goes up? Ultimately your CPC will decrease.
This is all PPC fundamentals, but it's easy to forget about this stuff when you're knee-deep in managing to aggressive conversion goals. Take the data-less opportunity to improve the CTR/quality score foundation of your accounts.
Improve Traffic Quality
What else can you do in the absence of conversion data? Improve your traffic quality for search and display.
For all of your search campaigns, run search query reports. Pour through the queries and find new negative keywords. Excluding these irrelevant queries will save money and support your efforts to improve CTR. A side benefit of this activity is that you might actually find 'positive' queries that you can turn into new keywords and ad groups.
For all of your display campaigns, run placement performance reports. Look for sites that are obviously irrelevant to your product or service and exclude them. Because you don't have conversion data, this process can be a bit tricky and may require more time as you investigate site-by-site.
Ultimately the result will be the same as negative keywords – saving money and improving CTR.
Hopefully any loss of PPC conversion tracking is a short-term affair – one which you and your accounts recover from quickly. But even if it isn't, there is plenty you can do to continue improving your accounts.
Use backup data if you can. Focus on the core metrics and improve traffic quality. Once the conversion tracking is back up and running, your accounts will be that much better for it!
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On the shores of England's largest lake, the Old England occupies an unrivalled location on the shores of Lake Windermere with stunning views to the fells beyond. Just a 20-minute walk away from Windermere centre.
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text: Instructions for Pediatric Patients After Preauricular Sinus / Branchial Cleft Syst Surgery ACTIVITY: No strenuous activity, contact sports, and gym class for 3-4 weeks after surgery. POSITION WHILE SLEEPING: Keep your child's head elevated on at least one pillow (if possible) when lying down for 1 week after surgery. WOUND CARE: Help your child remove the entire ear bandage 2 days after surgery until you see the entire outer ear and the skin incision. The sutures will dissolve on their own. Drainage from the ear canal and ear incision (if your child has one) is normal and will decrease with time. Use half-strength hydrogen peroxide (1/2 water, 1/2 hydrogen peroxide) to remove any old blood clots or crusting on the wound with Q-tips. Do not use a bandage; leave the incision open to air. If there is any oozing, you may use a small sterile adhesive bandage temporarily. Apply Vaseline to the incision after cleansing with hydrogen peroxide. Do not use Neosporin or Bacitracin as a growing number of patients are developing allergies to these ointments. BATHING / HAIRWASHING: You may bathe or shower your child, and wash his or her hair AFTER the ear bandage is removed (two days after surgery). MEDICATIONS: Pain medications: Infants should be given pediatric-dosed Tylenol (over the counter) every six hours or so for the first 2 days following surgery. Older children will be given a pain medication to be taken for the first several days after surgery. Antibiotics: Please have your child finish the antibiotics and do not stop early even if the child feels well. If your child is developing an allergic reaction to the antibiotic, a yeast infection, excessive diarrhea or loose stools, or severe abdominal cramping, please stop the antibiotic and call your doctor's office. Ear drops (for branchial cleft surgery only): Begin using ear drops for your child twice a day to the operated ear(s) AFTER the ear bandage is removed. FLYING: Your child may fly two weeks after surgery unless he or she has a cold or severe nasal congestion. RETURN TO SCHOOL: Your child may return to school in one week after surgery, or within 3-4 days if he or she is feeling well, with no pain or dizziness. FOLLOWUP VISITS With Dr. Lee: within 2 weeks following surgery – call 617-573-3130 to confirm this appointment. If you have a drain (Dr. Lee will let you know of this after surgery) then you will need to followup within 2-3 days after surgery for drain removal. What might your child expect following surgery for a pre-auricular sinus or branchial cleft cyst? Pain: Your child will be given a pain medication to be taken for the first several days after surgery. Mild, intermittent ear pain is not unusual during the first two to four weeks after surgery and will slowly improve in most cases. Pain above or in front of the ear is common when chewing and is temporary. If your child is experiencing this, avoid chewy or hard foods for about 4 weeks after surgery until the discomfort begins to improve. Swelling: Swelling is expected following surgery. Generalized swelling can occur behind the ear, in front of the ear, around the eye, or around the mouth. Some bruising may also occur. The ear may appear to stick out or appear to be higher or lower than the other ear. This is normal and will gradually improve over the weeks following surgery. However, if a golf ball sized swelling develops, please contact us as soon as possible. Ear numbness: Your child may complain of ear numbness - this is temporary and will improve over several weeks or months. If the ear is numb exercise caution when using a hair dryer on a hot setting to avoid injury to the skin until sensation returns. Popping of the ear: Your child may experience popping, crackling, or other sounds in the ear. This is caused by fluid and blood in the ear from surgery and usually improves with time. This is entirely expected after surgery. Ear blockage / ear fullness: Your child may feel as if the ear feels clogged or filled with fluid. The ear is filled with fluid and blood from surgery so this is entirely expected after surgery. Ringing (tinnitus), hearing loss, or increased hearing sensitivity: Patients may notice ringing of the ear after surgery – this can be high-pitched, low-pitched, constant or intermittent –and is often temporary or decreases with time. Dizziness: Dizziness may occur following surgery. Have your child stand up slowly and avoid sudden movements and excessive physical activity. Dizziness is usually temporary and will improve with time. Gradually increase your child's activity levels as your dizziness improves. Drainage or discharge: A modest amount of bloody or watery discharge is expected during the healing process. Call your doctor's office for a yellow or green discharge with a foul odor.3 OTHER FINDINGS Your child may have some slight bruising around the eye or corner of the mouth – this occasionally occurs because of the facial nerve monitor electrodes that are sometimes used during ear surgery and is temporary. You child may have a sore throat or hoarse voice and this occasionally occurs because of the breathing tube (endotracheal tube) that is used if your child received general anesthesia. This will usually improve over time. Call Dr. Lee's office for any unusually high fevers, neck stiffness, shortness of breath, leg pain, unusual swelling at the surgical site, or increasing pain. In case of emergency, call the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary at 617-523-7900 and ask for the Otolaryngologist (Ear, Nose and Throat surgeon) on call. All the best for a speedy recovery for your child! We look forward to seeing you for the first visit after surgery. Contact Us Today! 617-573-3190