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By SGHawkins09
What is Secret Sophie, you ask?
Well, it's a lot like Secret Santa, with a more attractive (albeit more dangerous) delivery person! (For those not in the know, Sophie the Succubus is Reaper's mascot.) This is the time of year for Reaper forumites to give a little holiday cheer to each other.
Unlike most of the exchanges we do on the forums, this will have two categories
- miniature and gift exchange and gift-only exchange.
Signups will run from October 23rd to November 3rd, with the assignments going out by November 10th.
If you've never done an exchange before, how it works is like this:
· Everyone who is interested PMs me (SGHawkins09) with the questionnaire below filled out by the deadline.
· The organizers (SGHawkins09 and robinh) then matches you with a person to whom you will send your gift/mini, and another person from whom you will receive a gift/mini from in return (sometimes it's the same person).
· Halfway through the exchange, you'll need to send the organizers a WIP.
· You have until the deadline to send your gift/mini out.
That's pretty much it, feel free to ask questions in this thread, or PM them to me.
This exchange is based on trust. Please be respectful of the fact that someone else is investing their time, money and energy into painting a mini for you. I am simply the organizer, but I will do everything I can to make sure that everyone who paints a miniature receives one.
The Rules (tl;dr version)
Gifts should be primarily new, Reaper-branded presents. Exchanging painted miniatures is optional. Fill out the questionnaire below and send it to me via PM. Painters must send the organizers a WIP of their mini by December 29th. The deadline for non-painters to mail their items is December 21st. The deadline for painters is January 31st. Full Rules
Decide whether you are doing gift and miniature exchange or gift-only exchange. "Gifts" are Reaper paints, unpainted miniatures, or other Reaper painting supplies. Recommended dollar value of gifts is $25 or less. The miniature exchange is where you paint a Reaper miniature for someone and mail it to them. If you want to paint more than one miniature, you may do so. Reaper minis are the focus. If you want to paint more than one miniature, you may do so. If you wish to include other gifts for your recipient, you may do so, but please keep them small. The focus of the exchange should be a Reaper product. Fill out the appropriate sections of the questionnaire below and send it to me via PM. Please fill out the current version of the questionnaire, Please don't just send an old one, as questions may have changed. Please don't contact your partner unless they have listed themselves as okay with contact. I've included it on the questionnaire, so you'll know who wants to keep it secret and who doesn't. In order to encourage people to start painting early, you will need to post a Work In Progress (WIP) image of your mini to either this thread, or as a reply to your organizer, by December 29th. The mini should be at least base-coated by this time. If you don't post a WIP by this point, I may have to demote you to gift-only or drop you from the exchange. Please don't make me do this. Try really hard to get your miniature out by the deadline. Let an organizer know if you are going to be late. In the past some people have wanted to send food - please verify allergens, etc. with your partner before proceeding. If you are mailing internationally and plan to send more than just miniatures/paint, you must contact your recipient to get any "bonus items" approved. We don't want any trouble with customs. As an example, plant matter or powders can cause a lot of trouble. If you want to participate but acquiring Reaper minis is a problem, please contact me first. The organizers (SGHawkins09 and robinh) can help facilitate any anonymous conversations you want to have with your partner. Have fun! Deadline
The deadline for mailing gifts is December 21st.
The deadline for mailing exchange miniatures is January 31st, but it's even better if you can get them out by Christmas.
Assignments Deadline
The organizers will send the assignments out in about two and a half weeks (November 10th). Please let me know if you're interested by end of day, November 3rd. I can't make any guarantees if you're late, but I will try to make arrangements.
Exchange Assistant
robinh will be helping me run this exchange. He will coordinate and communicate with some of the participants and you can contact either of us with questions and/or issues.
Secret Sophie Exchange Questionnaire
-Contact Information-
E-mail or Phone #:
-General Information-
Are you signing up for the gift exchange only, or for gift + miniature exchange?
-Gift Information: Inbound-
What are you interested in receiving?
-Miniature Information: Outbound-
What can you paint?
What do you like painting the most?
-Miniature Information: Inbound-
What do you want to receive?
What DON'T you want to receive?
What material do you want to receive?
Do you have a particular color scheme in mind?
What style of basing would you prefer?
Please give your partner some inspiration, especially if you have very few preferences above.
-Personal Information-
Will you ship internationally?
Would you be willing to have multiple exchange partners?
Would you like to know who is painting for you before they start painting?
Would you like your partner to know who is painting for them before you start painting?
Is there anybody you would prefer not to paint for? (please include why)
-Special Requests-
For the organizer, your painter, or your recipient:
Secret Sophie Exchange Questionnaire - Examples and Notes
-Contact Information-
Name: robinh Forumguy
E-mail or Phone #: robinh at emailservice dot com / 1 (234) 567-8901
Notes: This is backup contact information in case we can't contact you via forum PM. The organizers will not share this with anyone, and we'll only use it as a last resort.
Address: 1234 some street
anywhere, MA 12345
Notes: Remember to include your zip code and country.
Please format this correctly for your country in case you have an international partner.
-Gift Information: Inbound-
What are you interested in receiving? Metal or Bones fantasy monsters
Examples: metal/resin/bones, scenic elements, Dark Heaven Legends/Chronoscope/Warlord/Pathfinder/Savage Worlds, paints
-Miniature Information: Outbound-
What can you paint? Fantasy PCs or monsters
Examples: fantasy, sci-fi, monsters, PCs, women, undead, demons, etc
What do you like painting the most? bugbears and orcs
Notes: if possible, the organizers will try to match you up with someone who wants this thing, but if we can't we'll fall back to what you "can" paint
-Miniature Information: Inbound-
What do you want to receive? Fantasy enemies for my players to fight! Monsters or human(ish) are both fine.
Examples: mouslings, necromancers, warriors, dual-wielders, etc
What DON'T you want to receive? No nudity please. Also, I have plenty of goblins so I don't need more.
Examples: gross, nudity, undead, kobolds, animals, etc
What material do you want to receive? I'm fine with any material
Notes: Reaper miniatures come in Bones, resin and metal
Do you have a particular color scheme in mind? No preference.
Notes: If you're asking for a miniature to be used in army, you can ask your partner to match the colors.
What style of basing would you prefer? Plain or basic - I will use these miniatures in my PFRPG games.
Examples: round or square preference? Unbased, plain base (simple black base), basic base (standard sized base with some scenic elements), or scenic base (fancy base not really suitable for gaming)
Please give your partner some inspiration, especially if you have very few preferences above.
I'm starting the PFRPG Adventure Path "Jade Regent" soon. Try painting non-human skin tones. My favorite color is blue. "Spring has sprung!"
Notes: Consider this a non-binding word of inspiration for your partner. If they're stuck and can't figure out what to paint, maybe this will help them. No need to repeat your preferences above. You partner may ignore this question if they already have an idea from the your previously answered questions.
Examples: Are there any books or movies you've enjoyed recently? Is there a challenge or technique you'd like your partner to try? How about some song lyrics or a quote from a book?
-Personal Information-
Will you ship internationally? Yes
Notes: Be aware that postage costs will be higher than domestic postage. If you mail internationally, you will need permission from your partner to include other gift items so that we don't run afoul of customs. Most participants in these exchanges are located in the USA.
Would you be willing to have multiple exchange partners? Yes, I love painting!
Notes: If yes, specify if there is a limit (though it is unlikely we'll ask you to do more than 2)
Would you like to know who is painting for you? No
Examples: Yes, No, No Preference
Notes: If you say yes, your preference will be communicated to your partner. It will be up to them to contact you.
Would you like your partner to know who is painting for them? No
Examples: Yes, No, No Preference
Notes: You can contact them directly to work out details or ask for advice. We will attempt to match people with similar preferences, but can't guarantee this is the case.
Is there anybody you would prefer not to paint for? (please include why) I painted for johndoe123 in the last miniature exchange.
Notes: If you like to paint for a variety of different people, you can list those you've painted for in the past. We will do our best to pair you with someone new. Another situation is that you know certain people in real life, and would prefer to paint for someone you don't know.
-Special Requests-
For the organizer, your painter, or your recipient:
By Generic Fighter
So, I'm working on a miniature for my Box of Many Things exchange partner, more commonly known as a "Thinger" among those long time participants. This happens on the Twitters and you can search for it by sticking one those hashtag/pound sign/number sign thingies in front of BoxofManyThings in the search thingy there. Basically, it is like a Secret Santa type thing for geeks and nerds that happens every couple months. Sign ups for the next one should start near the end of October, if you are interested.
Anywho, my "Thinger" is interested in, among other things, Medusas. So, since I'm kind of not up to much due to a severe lack of AC at my place, I've decided to try to distract myself from the fact I am alternating between melting and immolating at this time by making a custom mini and painting it. Also, attempt to chronicle it too.
By Inarah
My exchange partner this year was Fealron and one of the ideas suggested was a new enemy or villain to throw against his players. I had this guy on hand and wondered if a giant werewolf would fit the bill:
14030: Vasyl, Rageclaw Alpha
While I was painting that I came across these guys and they just begged to be henchmen:
The one in the middle I believe is an old Grenadier, the others are clix.
Meanwhile, back at the ranch I did a little digging and discovered that Fealron has a set of DwarvenForge, so I felt compelled to paint these as a gift. It's all molded from Hirst Arts molds (except the barrel mimic). I hope they provide hours of fun play.
By Auberon
My partner this time around was Clearman. He requested a heroic character painted heroically, and nothing says heroic quite like the word "Hellknight." Of course, I haven't actually played the adventure(s) that Pathfinder Hellknights appear in so maybe they are cuddly people. We'll say she just finished up a heroic day of undead slaying.
Metals are TMM, which my camera hates, but I think I managed to get a few decent shots. For something different I painted the base using pigments rather than hobby paints. I used the wet method of applying them and the color shift is huge, so I wasn't sure how they would come out until they dried. Of course you can be intentionally sloppy because any pigments on the mini's boots just help "tie the figure to its base." I freehanded some wood grain onto the shaft of the weapon just to add some interest to the boring space.
By Guildenstern
Spoilered for my Exchange partner:
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Like all of you, I love to read. And in some cases, I love to re-read. Books by my favorite authors (Stephen King, Jane Austen, Christopher Brookmyre, Ian Rankin, and James Ellroy) are like little presents to myself that I can open over and over again. Last week, I was in the middle of re-reading both Wizard & Glass (Dark Tower book 4) by Stephen King and American Tabloid (the most awesomest book ever, by James Ellroy), when I saw a tweet from actor Seth Green praising a book called City Under the Moon by one of his Robot Chicken colleagues, Hugh Sterbakov. As a big fan of Robot Chicken (I could watch the Take Your Daughter to Work Day skit every day and still laugh), I put King and Ellroy aside and picked up City Under the Moon, knowing nothing about it.
I really, really enjoyed this book.
City Under the Moon is a book about werewolves, but I wouldn't call it a horror novel. Its also a political thriller, a bit of an action novel, a pop culture treasure trove, and also hilariously funny in parts.
City tells the story of a werewolf attack in New York City that soon turns into an epidemic. Thousands upon thousands are infected or killed, leaving the government and scientists at the CDC scrambling to find a solution to a problem they never believed could actually exist. While the POTUS and his team of advisors weigh their options (the slaughter of millions of innocent civilians in order to save the rest of the world?), and the CDC tests out various deadly germs and bacteria that could bring an end to the epidemic (but kill everyone else in its path), the FBI sends a specialist team to Romania to track down the origin of the werewolf curse.
Super-soldier Brianna Tildascow puts together a team of Marines and they try to track down the Master werewolf, along with internet geek and supernatural guru Lon. Lon believes that if they can find and kill the Master, then every werewolf created from his bloodline will be cured. They team up with Romanian werewolf hunter Yannic Ilecko and set off on a wild race against time — as they only have so much time before the full moon in New York City, when they fear the werewolves will no longer be able to be contained to the island.
The clues they find lead them to the Master, who is asking the world to FIND A CURE.
One thing I loved about this book was the level of detail. The characters were all beautifully formed, and the story was full of historical, geographical, and architectural details that were so interesting, it was almost as if New York City, the Chrysler Building, and the United Nations, and the Transylvanian castle were living characters in the story.
I also really enjoyed the humor and the pop culture stuff — how can you not love a book that references Buffy, the Creature Double Feature, erotic fan fiction, the term "hey now", and Grabthar's Hammer? But the book was oftentimes serious as well, and that was well-done too. Because the story mainly unfolded in New York, there were many references to life after 9/11, and how sadly, the tragedy hadn't done enough to change the views and actions of most Americans. One paragraph really stuck with me on that end:
"Despite September 11, 2001, Weston knew Americans weren't prepared for this kind of hardship. They couldn't comprehend the cruelty, the unfairness of a no-win scenario. Responsibility had become a forgotten myth. They sat back and ignored wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and famines, genocides and human rights atrocities all over the world, fostering ill will that was becoming increasingly legitimate. Accountability? They'd turned to the government to fix a massive economic crisis borne of their own irresponsibility, and then they complained about the way it was handled. Patriotism? As long as it suited their schedule of Internet porn, rock climbing, Starbucks, video games and romance novels. Sure, the occasional Hurricane Katrina came along, but it was quickly knocked off the front page by the infidelities of a reality television couple."
But did I mention that this book was scary? And funny? Well, it is. Trust me. I was so glad that the ending left a door open for a potential sequel…and I will happily read anything else that Mr. Sterbakov wants to write in the meantime. Any book that makes me forget about Ellroy and King must be pretty good, right?
I should note: I received a free copy of this book from Hugh Sterbakov (@DarkHugh) when I tweeted him to ask about it.

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(Pocket-lint) - Panasonic has announced the launch of their first dedicated 3D compact camera. The DMC-3D1 will offer a two lens arrangement and arrives claiming to be the "world's smallest". Of course, it only really faces the Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 by way of competition.
We first saw the concept 3D camera back at IFA 2011 and the retail model - which we managed to get our hands-on prior to the launch announcement - looks to be the same.
It offers a two lens system, with each lens offering a 25mm wide angle with 4x optical zoom. You get two 12-megapixel sensors, offering Full HD 3D video, or 8-megapixel 3D MPO stills.
Control comes in the form of a 3.5-inch touchscreen around the back, with a switch to move from 2D and 3D shooting. This isn't a lenticular display like you'll find on the Fujifilm, so you won't be able to view the 3D effect on the back of the camera, you'll have to hook-up to a TV, via the HDMI.
You'll be able to dual shoot with those lenses too, so if you are in 2D shooting, you'll be able to capture stills with one lens whilst capturing Full HD video with the other.
The most surprising thing about the Lumix 3D1 is just how compact it is. The Fujifilm rival is a fairly large lump of a camera, but the 3D1 is comparable to a regular compact, easily pocketable. The 3D1 measures 108 x 58.5 x 24.1mm and weighs 193g.
Our time with the prototype was brief so we didn't really have time to get to grips with the user interface. The lack of buttons means you'll be spending a lot of time prodding that screen on the back, but we had no problem snapping off a few shots.
With 3D screens starting to appear in more homes, there is certainly a wider 3D ecosystem than there ever had been previously. Panasonic have previously offered 3D capture on their G series cameras through a dedicated 3D lens, but you'll now find the likes of 3D sweep panorama from Sony and 3D phone cameras from HTC and LG.
We still think the Lumix 3D1 is a very niche offering and despite the compact size, the lack of lenticular display might see the Fujifilm being the more popular choice.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 will be available from December 2011, at hefty £499.
The Lumix 3D1 launches alongside a new G series compact system camera, the Lumix GX1. We will of course be bringing you a Panasonic Lumix 3D1 review when we get the camera in our labs.


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August 29, 2014
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkey's new Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu on Thursday reappointed all key ministers who served under the new president, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, setting a course of continuity for the new government.
Erdogan, who has dominated Turkish politics for over a decade, was sworn in as Turkey's first popularly elected president on Thursday. He has picked former foreign minister and loyal ally Davutoglu to succeed him as prime minister and immediately asked him to form a new government.
Erdogan has indicated he wants to transform the presidency from a largely ceremonial post into a more powerful position. He has said he would exercise the president's seldom-used powers such as calling and presiding over Cabinet meetings, which would allow him to be involved in the running of government.
Davutoglu made no substantial changes to Erdogan's old government with the bulk of his ministers staying in place. He appointed Yalcin Akdogan — Erdogan's former chief adviser and his closest aide — as a deputy prime minister.
Mevlut Cavusoglu, a minister whose earlier task was to negotiate Turkey's accession to the European Union, took over the Foreign Ministry from Davutoglu. Former diplomat Volkan Bozkir replaces Cavusoglu as the minister in charge of ties with the EU.
Ali Babacan, a respected deputy prime minister in charge of the economy, would stay in place, in a move that is likely to reassure financial markets. Numan Kurtulmus, a senior party official and economist, was also promoted to deputy prime minister.
Cavusoglu, a U.S.- and British-educated founding member of Erdogan's Justice and Development Party, was previously the president of the parliamentary assembly of the 47-nation Council of Europe, an organization that promotes human rights and democracy in the continent.


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Warner Bros. is taking the lead on anti-poaching films with some big names attached. Two projects focusing on the illegal poaching of endangered animals in Africa will be produced by Leonardo DiCaprio's Appian Way, Tom Hardy's Executive Options and Tobey Maguire's Material Pictures. We previously reported on this back in August, but it looks as if the premise might have evolved. The first of these pictures, written by Sheldon Turner (Up in the Air) based off an idea by Hardy, will be set up as a star vehicle for The Dark Knight Rises actor. The untitled picture will be set in Africa with Hardy as a special forces soldier who signs on with his friend to train anti-poaching personnel in the Zimbabwe bush. Hardy's character falls in love with the land and the animals he is trying to protect, which spells doom for the poachers. For news on the second picture, hit the jump.
Deadline reports that the second picture does not have a title or a writer attached as of yet, but will also be produced by the trio. The plot has been compared to that of Traffic, as it focuses on a dissection of the exploitative ivory industry. Ivory from poached animals (elephants, rhinos) are exported to a global market and used for ludicrous purposes such as aphrodisiacs or status symbols for the wealthy. The picture will be told via multiple perspectives and feature aspsects of the illicit trade, such as back-room dealings of corporate executives, a look at the life of a poacher, to others involved in the trade that stretches from the jungles to the oceans. The film might involve the producing trio of DiCaprio, Hardy and Maguire in onscreen roles as well. The three got involved when they discovered that their wildlife conservation interests aligned.
Other endangered animals are being poached as well, not just the ivory-bearers. Every part of a wild tiger, from "whisker to tail," is traded in this illegal market for the same nonsensical reasons. Sharks are continually hunted for their fins. There are, unfortunately, too many incidents to list here. But you can head to the World Wildlife Fund page to learn more.


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Would you turn in a fellow motorist for driving on California roadways without a Golden State license plate?
The California Highway Patrol is asking drivers to be their eyes on the road to nab "registration scofflaws."
California loses millions of dollars in tax revenue from residents whose cars, trucks or motorcycles are registered in other states or countries, according to the CHP.
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Drivers who don't register their cars in state may do so to avoid California's high taxes, because they're unable to comply with the state's emissions laws or because they're simply unaware that they have to, the agency said.
But the campaign sends a message that it doesn't matter the reason: the CHP wants to convert those plates.
Anonymous tips generated by CHEATERS (Californians Help Eliminate All The Evasive Registration Scofflaws) brought in $757,000 to the state in 2011, the most recent year for which data is available.
Since its creation in 2004, CHEATERS has generated about $5 million in revenue for California.
If drivers see an out-of-state plate traveling on a California road, CHP wants them to fill out this online form.
It calls for the make, model, color and license plate number of the car, where it was seen and any identifying details such as bumper stickers or license plate frames.
If there's enough information to prove the car's owner is a California resident, they'll be sent a letter telling them they have to register their car in state.
A select few drivers are exempt from registering their cars in California:
- Active duty military personnel and their spouses (unless they're originally from California)
- Students paying out-of-state tuition while attending a public college or university
Drivers who do not meet those criteria have 20 days from the time they become a resident or get a job in state to re-register their vehicles.
Being registered to vote in California and paying in-state tuition at a university are among the ways to establish residency.
The cost to register a car in California is great than in most other states. To calculate how much it would cost to register your car in the Golden State, click here for the DMV's fee calculator.
NBC4's Kim Baldonado contributed to this report.


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Nikon releases D300s with HD video
The rumors have been flying, and now Nikon confirms the arrival of the D300s. It takes its place in Nikon's prosumer series of digital SLRs, updating the original D300 with 720p HD video recording and faster continuous shooting. Though a couple of other light changes have been made, much of the technology of the D300s has been carried over from the original.
At the heart of the Nikon D300s is the 12.3 megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor that was on board the D300. Also retained from the previous model is a 3.0 inch, 920,000 dot LCD and a 51-point auto focus system.
So what's new? The D300s will record 720p HD video at 24 fps with stereo microphone input. Continuous shooting has been bumped up from 6 fps to 7, and Nikon has added one-button Live View to the D300s.
The new DSLR will also offer dual compatibility with Compact Flash and SD storage media. Users will be able to record data to each card with different options available, such as saving RAW files to one and JPEG files to the other.
The D300s will also offer for the first time Active D-Lighting bracketing. This function automatically corrects high-contrast images to bring out detail lost in shadows, and the bracketing capability will allow the photographer to capture up to five frames showing different levels of D-Lighting.
Another new feature is Quiet Shutter Release mode. When activated, this function should reduce the amount of sound the shutter makes.
Pricing and availability
The Nikon D300s DSLR should arrive in stores in late August to the tune of $1799.95.


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Includes Proposals to Elect Independent Candidates
CHICAGO (March 17, 2009) -- Exelon Corporation (NYSE:EXC) announced today that it has filed a preliminary proxy statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission in connection with its solicitation of proxies for the 2009 annual meeting of the shareholders of NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NRG).
Exelon is seeking NRG shareholder approval for the following proposals:
· Election of Class III Directors: Elect independent candidates Betsy S. Atkins, Ralph E. Faison, Coleman Peterson and Thomas C. Wajnert to replace the four Class III directors of NRG whose terms expire at the 2009 annual meeting of NRG shareholders.
· Board Expansion: Expand the size of the NRG Board of Directors to provide for a board of 19 directors divided into three approximately equal classes.
· Election of Additional Directors: Elect John M. Albertine, Marjorie L. Bowen, Donald DeFosset, Jr., Richard H. Koppes and Ralph G. Wellington to fill five of the seven newly created directorships on the NRG Board.
· Restoration of the Bylaws: Repeal any amendments to the NRG bylaws adopted by the NRG Board without the approval of the NRG shareholders after February 26, 2008.
"Given the strong majority support we have already received from NRG shareholders participating in our exchange offer, we look forward to continuing to work closely with shareholders of both companies to ensure that the Exelon-NRG combination will create the greatest value," said John Rowe, Exelon chairman and CEO. "NRG's annual meeting is the next step in unlocking that value, and we believe that NRG shareholders are eager to have a board of directors that is independent, responsive to their interests, and committed to acting in the best interests of NRG and its shareholders, including exploring all opportunities for value creation."
In its preliminary proxy statement to NRG shareholders, Exelon stated, "We believe the nominees are independent under the general standards of the New York Stock Exchange (the "NYSE") for director independence. In addition, we believe the nominees are independent under the heightened independence standards applicable to audit committee members under the rules of the NYSE and the Securities and Exchange Commission. None of the nominees is affiliated with Exelon or any subsidiary of Exelon. "
The Exelon preliminary proxy statement further stated, "We believe approval of the Exelon Proposals will establish an NRG Board that is more likely to act in your best interests and will send a strong message to the NRG Board to constructively engage with Exelon regarding the [exchange offer] or another business combination with Exelon and, should the newly elected directors and other members of the NRG Board deem it appropriate in the exercise of their fiduciary duties, approve and recommend to the NRG stockholders the [exchange offer] and/or another business combination with Exelon, and take any other appropriate actions necessary to facilitate its consummation. However, the nominees are independent and, accordingly, they may in the exercise of their independent fiduciary judgment determine not to approve a business combination with Exelon."
NRG's annual meeting has not yet been scheduled but is required under Delaware law to take place within 13 months after NRG's last meeting held May 14, 2008.
Exelon announced on October 19, 2008, its proposal to acquire all outstanding shares of NRG common stock at a fixed exchange ratio of 0.485 of a share of Exelon common stock for each share of NRG common stock, which represented a 37% premium for NRG shareholders based on closing prices on the NYSE on October 17, 2008, the last trading day prior to the public disclosure of the Exelon offer. After NRG twice rejected the Exelon offer, Exelon brought its exchange offer directly to NRG shareholders on November 12, 2008.
Important Information
This communication relates, in part, to the offer (the "Offer") by Exelon Corporation ("Exelon") through its direct wholly-owned subsidiary, Exelon Xchange Corporation ("Xchange"), to exchange each issued and outstanding share of common stock (the "NRG shares") of NRG Energy, Inc. ("NRG") for 0.485 of a share of Exelon common stock. This communication is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to exchange, or a solicitation of an offer to exchange, NRG shares, nor is it a substitute for the Tender Offer Statement on Schedule TO or the Prospectus/Offer to Exchange included in the Registration Statement on Form S-4 (Reg. No. 333-155278) (including the Letter of Transmittal and related documents and as amended from time to time, the "Exchange Offer Documents") previously filed by Exelon and Xchange with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). The Offer is made only through the Exchange Offer Documents. Investors and security holders are urged to read these documents and other relevant materials as they become available, because they will contain important information.
Exelon filed a preliminary proxy statement on Schedule 14A with the SEC on March 17, 2009 in connection with the solicitation of proxies (the "Preliminary NRG Meeting Proxy Statement") for the 2009 annual meeting of NRG stockholders (the "NRG Meeting"). Exelon expects to file a definitive proxy statement on Schedule 14A with the SEC in connection with the solicitation of proxies for the NRG Meeting and may file other proxy solicitation material in connection therewith (the "Definitive NRG Meeting Proxy Statement"). Exelon will also file a proxy statement on Schedule 14A and other relevant documents with the SEC in connection with its solicitation of proxies for a meeting of Exelon shareholders (the "Exelon Meeting") to be called in order to approve the issuance of shares of Exelon common stock pursuant to the Offer (the "Exelon Meeting Proxy Statement"). Investors and security holders are urged to read the Preliminary NRG Meeting Proxy Statement and the Exelon Meeting Proxy Statement and other relevant materials as they become available, because they will contain important information.
Investors and security holders can obtain copies of the materials described above (and all other related documents filed with the SEC) at no charge on the SEC's website: www.sec.gov. Copies can also be obtained at no charge by directing a request for such materials to Innisfree M&A Incorporated, 501 Madison Avenue, 20th Floor, New York, New York 10022, toll free at 1-877-750-9501. Investors and security holders may also read and copy any reports, statements and other information filed by Exelon, Xchange or NRG with the SEC, at the SEC public reference room at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20549. Please call the SEC at 1-800-SEC-0330 or visit the SEC's website for further information on its public reference room.
Exelon, Xchange and the individuals to be nominated by Exelon for election to NRG's Board of Directors will be participants in the solicitation of proxies from NRG stockholders for the NRG Meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof. Exelon and Xchange will be participants in the solicitation of proxies from Exelon shareholders for the Exelon Meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof. In addition, certain directors and executive officers of Exelon and Xchange may solicit proxies for the Exelon Meeting and the NRG Meeting. Information about Exelon and Exelon's directors and executive officers is available in Exelon's proxy statement, dated March 20, 2008, filed with the SEC in connection with Exelon's 2008 annual meeting of shareholders. Information about Xchange and Xchange's directors and executive officers is available in Schedule II to the Prospectus/Offer to Exchange. Information about any other participants will be included in the Definitive NRG Meeting Proxy Statement or the Exelon Meeting Proxy Statement, as applicable.
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Hear ye! The first in a series of monthly content updates for War of the Roses, the medieval brawler from Paradox Interactive, is arriving this Wednesday. The update introduces a wealth of new armaments to every knight's arsenal, including the Kingmaker sword, a finely crafted piece of steel brandished by legendary English nobleman Richard Neville, otherwise known as Warwick the Kingmaker. A new suit of heavy armor will also be available to choose with different paint options to customize one's fearsome look. One new helmet, four new visors, and seven new weapons, including the gothic mace, the halberd, and the horn-spanned crossbow, will also join the fray.
Players will also be introduced to a new game mode, henceforth known as "Pitched Battle," which challenges knights to take greater care with their lives – since, in Pitched Battle, death is final.
Pitched Battle mode will begin an Open Beta when the update arrives, and all War of the Roses players are welcome to join. Simply find a game in the server browser that is listed as being in Pitched Battle mode, and join the game normally. In Pitched Battle, each knight has only one life to risk on the battlefield per round; when a combatant perishes, he cannot return to the fight until the next match. Bandaging one's wounds and reviving teammates will be crucial to victory, and executing opponents to keep them out of the fight will decide which is the last team standing.
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Supposedly, KRE Properties owns it. Does anyone know of development plans?
This junky little building is largely empty. Does anyone know if there are plans to redevelop it? I hope so, because it's an eyesore.
Supposedly, KRE Properties owns it. Does anyone know of development plans?
40-Story Condo Development Headed to Fifth Avenue, Report Says
By Mathew Katz on January 17, 2014 9:07am
MIDTOWN A huge new residential development could soon come to Midtown, according to a report.
Jon Kushner, a developer with the Kushner Real Estate Group, purchased three buildings at the corner of Fifth Avenue and West 30th Street in the hopes of building a high-end condo there, according to a report in Bisnow.
The condo at 281 Fifth Ave. would be 40 stories and about 135,000 square feet, Kushner said, according to the report.
KRE purchased the buildings in 2012, according to city records. At three floors, the building is easily among the smallest on the block and could be build much higher under current zoning.
The proposed condo would be designed by HWKN Architects, the report said. The spot is currently a shuttered deli.
Headquartered in New Jersey, KRE owns over 100 properties and has expanded in New York in recent years.
Kushner did not respond to a request for comment.
The Kushner Real Estate Group hopes to build a 40-story condo at this spot.
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Too bad. I like the taller white building.
I do too. I don't think that's included though. I think that the third building is on 30th St.
This could be great news if they construct a decent building.
DOF shows an Assignment for Leases and Rents that indicates that these are the three parcels involved on this Block 855:
Lot 84: 2 East 30th (A long and narrow lot with a 5-story apartment building to to the east of 281 Fifth; this lot extends south as far as the rear of 275 Fifth; neither 277 Fifth, the taller white building [Lot 87] or 275 Fifth, the red brick building seen at the far right in the photo [Lot 88] are included in this development)
Lot 85: 281 Fifth (the lot with the 3-story structure at the SE corner of Fifth & E 30th)
Lot 86: 279 Fifth (the lot with the 5-story structure just to the south of 281)
Thanks, Derek. Hopefully, they won't acquire the white building with the bay windows.
I also hope that something decent is built here and not some POS like the Dylan rental or the blue POS across from the ESB.
That little piece of junk on the corner can't come down soon enough, together with the adjacent building on 30th that was stripped of its ornamentation.
Poor little streamlined building doesn't get any love!
This site cannot be redeveloped soon enough. That corner is filthy and blighted.
One of the few times I agree with you. That is a very depressing corner on Fifth Ave and it needn't be.
This filthy corner cannot be redeveloped soon enough. Hopefully, something nice will rise there. This area has the potential to be beautiful.
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February can be so fickle... in the days leading up to the 15
Annual "Book Across the Bay" race a warm front blanketed the upper mid-west, which raised temperatures above 60°F, and razed the registration tent under the stress of heavy winds. Hundreds of the signature race ice luminaries (recipe: freeze candles in 10-gallon buckets with protective wall of ice to shield wind) melted into uselessness. Snow too, melted off of the race course leaving behind the glare-ice of (still frozen) Lake Superior... not good for cross country skiing nor snowshoeing. Such were conditions just two days before the race.
Fortunately the temperatures stabilized below freezing as race officials sprung contingency plans. An alternate school building was secured for temporary registration as the tent was repaired and re-pitched. Volunteers refroze new luminaries, stowing them in a refrigerated semi trailer. Heavy grooming equipment from local Mt. Ashwabay scraped the glare-ice and set up a thin but ski-able layer of frost from the start line in Ashland, in a straight line across Chequamegon Bay, to the finish line in Washburn.
The race was on
Some 3,500 participants pinned numbers to their outerwear and strode or skied passed the bonfire, out on the ice to the start line. Just before 6:00 pm a local young lady led in the singing of our national anthem. The near-full moon was hidden behind heavy clouds. Michelle in her brand new strap-on-shoe-chains, and I on my skate-skis awaited in the fifth row. An airhorn split the tension, the field surged northeast amidst whoops and hollers... we were on our way
With just a thin layer of frost-over-ice lots of double-polling was in order. I witnessed many skier wipe-outs, like "Bambi on ice for the first time." As twilight surrendered to nighttime ski-by-feel forced me into a cautiously slower tempo. Following the narrow course marked by ice luminaries we passed aid stations with bonfires, music and refreshments. Soon tiki torches came into view and we raced up the beach to the finish line... the sustained audible chirp of chip-timing welcomed us to Washburn.
I kicked off my skis and walked back out on the ice to watch for Michelle. She raced in as 4th female overall (lost one place to her last year's finish). We hit the post-race party tent for chili and tasty micro-brews. A great band kept the party going into late night. Awards were announced for top racers in all categories -and- best-dressed participants.
For Michelle and me... this is our annual "embrace winter weekend." We hang out in nearby Bayfield, venture up to Apostle Islands (weather permitting), hike across the ice road to Madeline Island (again, weather permitting), and ski the trails at Mt. Ashwabay. It's well worth the drive up from Chicago.
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"Workin'" is a song about the importance of working, sung by the Fraggles in the Fraggle Rock episode "The Thirty-Minute Work Week" to motivate Wembley to choose a job.
Each Fraggle describes his or her own job: Mokey gathers radishes, Red cleans The Fraggle Pond, Gobo is an explorer, and Boober likes anything boring. Wembley isn't sure what he wants to do.
The song was re-recorded with a more "rock and roll" sound for its album releases. An "international" version of the song is shown in the documentary Down at Fraggle Rock, shifting between English, French, German, Spanish, Finnish, Dutch, Danish, Norwegian, and Swedish.
Elements of the song resurfaced in later episodes as well. Strains of "Workin'" can be heard at the end of "Doozer Building Song" in the episode "The Doozer Contest," and Gobo sings a little song with the same tune as "Workin'" as he goes to retrieve his postcard in the second-last episode, "The Honk of Honks." Wrench Doozer mumbles the song in a scene from "The Voice Inside".
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If a meerkat and a warthog can duet on Sir Elton John's songs, why not garden gomes?
It's the circle of life, Hollywood-style: the knighted hitmaker composed a new niche crafting songs for Disney's "The Lion King" and nearly 20 years later his enduring back catalogue populates the soundtrack of "Gnomeo & Juliet," another animated film from the Mouse House.
"I thought it was maybe a good idea – I'd never done that before," says John, who after years of developing the project as a producer, planning to pen all-new tunes, agreed to the studio's idea of incorporating his long string of pop hits – subtly and not-so-subtly – into both the film's song roster and score. "I enlisted the help of James Newton Howard, who a very famous arranger in this town and actually used to be in my band, so I had a great relationship with him."
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"Even though it's all out of back-catalogue and a couple of new songs, it doesn't feel as if it's an overbearing Elton John movie," he tells PopcornBiz. "It feels like 'Gnomeo & Juliet' with some good music in it, and I'm glad it's turned out like that because I didn't want it to be just bang-bang-bang old catalogue stuff."
John also indulges in a brief, sly cameo as a gnome-ified version of his '70s-era self in a fantasy sequence that tweaks his mainstay "Your Song," co-written with longtime collaborator Bernie Taupin. "It's very important, if you're British, to take the piss out of yourself," says John. "You're raised to do that in England, which is rather good. Suddenly there I am: Glam Gnome – the gnomeosexual in the film. I lost it when I saw that. That brings back very good memories of a song I sang practically every time I've done a show since 1970."
Unlike some artists who bristle at dusting off their crowd-pleasing past material over and over again, John says he remains quite fond of his nostalgic hits, especially since gaining a greater clarity, literally and figuratively. He ended his long history of substance abuse years ago, found balance in his life with husband David Furnish – and got the eyes behind those famous spectacles fixed.
"Truly, the older I get, I think I'm singing better live," he says. "I also had my eyes done about eight years ago – I had replacement lens surgery because I was so blind. Now, with 20/20 vision, I can see all the signs that the fans have, all the album sleeves, and it makes a difference. I really appreciate my performing so much better now as I get older than I did – I don't take it for granted anymore."
He also has his 20/20 eyes on yet another film project. "I'd just like to make a really great film about my life story," says John. "We have a great script already by Lee Hall, who wrote 'Billy Elliot.' Obviously it's not going to be your normal, run-of-the-mill film, because my life has been kind of crazy, and I think it's important to do a kind of surrealistic take."
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The Barry Rosensteel Japanese Print Collection contains 126 wood block prints. While the earliest print dates to 1760, most of the prints were produced in the 1800s, while others were created in the 1900s. The work of over forty artists is represented in the collection. The images selected for digitization constitute a significant portion of the total collection.
The descriptive information for the online collection includes notes on series, publisher, provenance, and if the print was signed by the artist. Where this information is known it is displayed. When an item is comprised of two or more plates, each plate was scanned separately; this is indicated with the designations of the plate number followed by an a, b, c, etc.
What's in the entire collection?
The images portray Japanese culture through detailed depictions of portraits, landscapes, wildlife and theatrical performances, taking into account some of Japan's rich history. A small quantity of prints depicting Chinese scenes is also part of the collection.
Images range in size from that of a small greeting card to poster size. The smallest measures 4 x 6 inches and the largest 9 x 30 inches. The accompanying descriptive text includes the Japanese term for the approximate paper size: Aiban tate-e, Aoban tate-e, Chuban tate-e, Chu-tanzaku, Dai-oban tate-e, Hashira-e, Hosoban, Kakemono-e, Koban, Koban Tate-e, Oban tate-e, and Oban yoko-e.
The work of over forty artists is represented in the collection. The earliest print, dating to 1760, is by Kitao Shigemasa (1739-1820) and depicts a carp leaping a waterfall. The works of several artists of the Utagawa school are found in the collection. While there is a broad representation of artists, it is interesting to note the significant number of pieces by a select few.
The Rosensteel Collection is located in the Special Collections Department of the University Library System, where all of the original prints are available for research and scholarly study. It complements the holdings of the East Asian Library, a collection of over 400,000 volumes, which makes it the 14th largest East Asian collection in North America. It also complements the Walter and Martha Leuba Collection , which contains several twentieth century Japanese woodblock prints.
About Barry and Elizabeth Rosensteel
Born in 1955, Barry Rosensteel is a native of Connellsville, Pennsylvania. His family has a long association with that region, dating back over two hundred years to some of the early settlers. For example, through his mother's side of the family, he is a descendent of Henry Beeson, who founded nearby Uniontown in 1796. Mr. Rosensteel's wife Elizabeth was born in Boston, Massachusetts, and later lived in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, with her family. Barry and Elizabeth met on the campus of the University of Pittsburgh in 1974, two years before Mr. Rosensteel graduated from Pitt.
After having planned and overseen the development of real estate ventures for Fortune 100 corporations throughout the U.S., Europe, and Asia, Mr. Rosensteel formed his own real estate development and consulting group. He is presently managing director of PRIN Investments Real Estate Group located in Phoenix, Arizona. Mr. Rosensteel has a history of buying and selling works of art. As a hobby he operates Rosensteel Galleries, which enables him to maintain close contact with artists whose works represent a variety of creative talents.
Mrs. Rosensteel attended Boston University and the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. With the exception of a brief five years as the first elected principal of Taliesin Architects, Frank Lloyd Wright's studio and school, Mrs. Rosensteel has owned her own interior/architectural design firm, Elizabeth A. Rosensteel Design Studio, specializing in 12,000–30,000 sq. ft. custom designed homes and commercial/hospitality projects.


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EDITOR'S NOTE added on March 20, 2014: As of March 14, 2014, all FSIS recall effectiveness and product disposition verification checks for FSIS Recalls 002-2014 and 013-2014 regarding Rancho Feeding Corporation have been completed. FSIS has determined, based on the number of successful checks (the businesses were notified of the recall, and that they may have received the products), that the recall activities were effective (see FSIS Directive 8080.1, Attachment 1, Table 3). There will be no further additions to the distribution list. Because of widespread interest in FSIS Recalls 002-2014 and 013-2014, FSIS has made a decision to temporarily leave the recall releases and distribution lists in the "active" section of the recalls website, rather than moving it to the "archive" section, as is usual policy, in an effort to continue to make the information as accessible as possible. | Rancho Recall Explained is a plain language explanation of the recall with helpful web links.
EDITOR'S NOTE added on February 18, 2014: FSIS decided to reissue the recall release first issued on Feb. 8, 2014 and updated on February 14, 2014. When the recall release was first issued on February 8, FSIS was unable to ascertain the extent of the establishments involved. As the establishments were notified, the list of States affected grew. FSIS now believes that recalled product was shipped to distribution centers and retail establishments nationwide. This update is a consequence of a properly working recall process. Retail establishments may issue their own recall statements to inform the public about products processed with meat associated with this recall. | Additional Information on the Recall
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18, 2014 – Rancho Feeding Corporation, a Petaluma, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 8,742,700 pounds, because it processed diseased and unsound animals and carried out these activities without the benefit or full benefit of federal inspection. Thus, the products are adulterated, because they are unsound, unwholesome or otherwise are unfit for human food and must be removed from commerce, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
The following Rancho Feeding Corporation products are subject to recall:
Beef carcasses and boxes bear the establishment number "EST. 527" inside the USDA mark of inspection. Each box bears the case code number ending in "3" or "4." The products were produced Jan. 1, 2013 through Jan. 7, 2014 and shipped to distribution centers and retail establishments nationwide.
FSIS has received no reports of illness due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an illness should contact a health care provider.
FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify that recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that recalled product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at: at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls.
Consumers and members of the media who have questions about the recall can contact the plant's Quality Control manager, Scott Parks, at (707) 762-6651.
Consumers with food safety questions can "Ask Karen," the FSIS virtual representative available 24 hours a day at AskKaren.gov. The toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) is available in English and Spanish and can be reached from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday. Recorded food safety messages are available 24 hours a day. The online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/reportproblem.
Related Information: Rancho Recall Explained
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|This is a health hazard situation where there is a reasonable probability that the use of the product will cause serious, adverse health consequences or death.
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|This is a health hazard situation where there is a remote probability of adverse health consequences from the use of the product.
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Amazing service! Saved our vacation! Had to have rv transmission devices in the middle of our trip. Dale and Stacy were AWESOME! On the road again!
These guys made us feel confident driving off the lot. They manage to create a fun and comfortable environment whilst waiting for our very reasonably priced tune up! Dale the owner came out and talked with us, sharing our stories and adventures with each other - it made us feel that they definitely have the customers experience at the top of their priority list. Would recommend these guys for your mechanical needs. We will be back!
Our breakdown turned in to a real good thing...We broke down just south of the Oregon border in California and, by chance, some guys were working on the railroad for Union Pacific. One of the guys said go to My Mechanic in K-Falls. So our tow took us there and we got there on a busy Friday and they fit us in. Erik, the manager was exceptionally helpful and his crew had us back on the road within two hours! The price was fair too. But the cool part was when the owner, Dale Eklund, showed us around the waiting room, which is really more of a really cool antique museum. Dale asked us where we were headed and we told him "north, with no particular destination". It was then he told us of a really cool place about an hour out of town where we could camp with our Westy. We camped at this amazingly cool place all by ourselves (and a few billion mosquitos!). We would never had known about it without Dale's hospitality. My Mechanic rocks. Great service, great price, and the greatest people!
Love this place and the mechanics :-)
We were leaving town and needed our car fixed fast - no problem! Cost was fair too. I would recommend this company to anyone!
Cross country trip rear brakes went bad on Saturday went to them on Monday at 730 am told me vehicle would be done by 5pm called me2 hours later to inform me truck was complete very impressed thank you my mechanic
Got the job done faster than originally quoted. Quick in and out service. I'll be back!
Fast and friendly service. They had no problem taking in my car last minute. Thank you very much! Will recommend to everyone.
We have been dealing with My Mechanic for many years, they are a fine organization
I've taken a vehicle to My Mechanic for two different things. Both times I was impressed with the honesty and customer service. Today I went in to see if something could be fixed and they did it on the spot and gave me options for further service. I highly recommend My Mechanic.
Quality service
I started using My Mechanic a few months ago after being disappointed with other mechanics in the area. The service from taking care of my needs and technical work has been excellent.
High quality and reliable
Courteous and reliable. Fixed right the first time.
Erik was great
He's a beautiful man, inside and out
Fast and Friendly
My van almost left me stranded, I needed a new battery. I'm 84 and panicked! Fortunately I got help starting my van and drove to My Mechanic.....no appointment. Stacy helped me right away and within 30 minutes I had a new battery and was on my way. I'm a single gal and knowing My Mechanic is there for me is like having family. Thank you kids.
This is a honest shop that I have used several times. They are always fast and professional. I would highly recommend them.
Service is always great.
I am new in Klamath Falls
And not knowing the area I got pointed to "My Mechanic Auto Repair" for the Service Needs for our two European cars; I found in My Mechanic a business going "the extra mile" from Service Advisor to the Mechanics in all categories; Just all-around great service! Definitely a "you should go to" for servicing your auto !
Replace failed battery
I was very satisfied with the service. It was quick and complete. I didn't have an appointment, but they were able to take care of my problem quickly.
Reliable and excellent at home Mechanics!
I have one of the last BMW 8 series ever made in '97 and Jeremy Gast did an excellent job. He came early and did the oil change inspection and everything i requested thoroughly and professionally. I highly recommend MyMechanic.com and intend on using them again in the future.
High quality service
I do not trust our vehicles to anyone else but Eric and the guys at My Mechanic. No matter how big or small the issue is, they have always been there to give honest advice and service. Thank you once again Eric for going above and beyond to make sure our vehicles are safe for us to drive.
Great customer service & repair work.
Treated so well by everyone at My Mechanic. After several visits for different services on several vehicles, it really is "my mechanic!"
Great service, quality job
Great service, done quickly and efficiently. I will definitely go back again if needed. Very knowledgeable mechanics and very friendly. They knew exactly what was going on and fixed it promptly! Great Job!!
Quality service.
I have had 3 recent visits with My Mechanics. They are always courteous, friendly, professional, fair and thorough. I am very happy with the service I received there.
High quality service
These people went beyond good
The best experience with a mechanic EVER
I brought my vehicle in first thing in the morning. They told me that they would have my problem diagnosed by the end of the day. They had it diagnosed before lunch! And it was finished HOURS before they said, AND their price was super reasonable.
Erik is really cute
I try to break my car just to have Erik fix it - he's so cute
Very nice
Hi, not only were you polite and courteous both on phone and in person your waiting are welcoming and clean. Also, when I expressed a concern about a possible leak you didn't laugh! You checked it out and set my mind at ease. Thank you for the pleasant experience. Kandie Richards
Stand by their work
Battery went bad in under one year and replaced voltage regulator at no charge
Great service
They always do great work. Fast service, and a fair price. I won't take my truck anywhere else.
It give me great relieve to know that I can trust My Mechanic to solve my car's problems professionally, reliably and honestly. I know that I can trust Dale and his team to do right by me. If it does not need to be done, they don't do it.
Checkout Used Car
We are very happy with the results of your checkout of the used car we were thinking of buying. It was money well spent to learn that the car had some major problems and the cost of repair would be more that the asking price.
Always great service.
Eric and his staff are always accommodating. Last minute calls for service are always handled professionally. They do there best to get you end and have repairs done in same day. I have been taking all of our cars to My Mechanic for years and have never had a problem. There pricing is very competitive and I have never had to bring my car back.
High quality work & good customer service
Eric and all the people that are "My Mechanic" have always been honest, accommodating & fairly priced. In all the years of working on our trucks we have not had any problems.
Great service
I thought I knew what was wrong. I figured it was the master cylinder wasn't too far off. It was the slave master cylinders in the rear brakes. What was nice they call gave me the cost to repair. My car was ready a lot sooner than I figured it would be. Great people and service.
Great service.
Always good service at a responsible price quality workmanship
I appreciate the work that your shop does. When we find another vehicle, I will bring it to you to have it checked out.
The staff at My Mechanic are always professional and friendly to work with. Eric does a great job in getting our cars scheduled and the work performed is at a very competitive rate. We have been going My Mechanic for years and have never had an issue with the repairs. .
High quality service, professional and friendly
My Mechanic has always been courteous and professional when we have needed to have our vans serviced. We know we are getting quality care and not being over priced. When someone needs a mechanic we always refer them to My Mechanic.
Friendly, Quick, and Thourough
Spoke with the shop and scheduled service for the next day. Was able to drop off our vehicle after hours for examination the next morning. Once it was in the shop we received a call with the diagnosis, timming belt needed replaced and radiator had a small leak, and an estimate. Was able to confirm the work to be done and get our vehicle back the next day. Estimate was accurate and work was done and we paid during business hours and was able to pick up after. I would gladly recommend this shop.
great professional, friendly staff ...
called for an oil change appt for same day and stacy cheerfully set it up !
Great Service
My Mechanic was quick and efficient is getting new brakes on my car so I would be safe on the road. Very satisfied!
Good service
Timely service, reasonable cost, good to work with. I will continue as a customer.
Duramax trouble
Dale was great. He helped us out as fast as possible. We were on a long trip with a 150mi left in a place we had no idea where to turn. Thank you so much!!!!!!
friendly, professional, and prompt service/care
had my truck towed in and my mechanic had running and back on the road in only 2 days !!
Professional, courteous & knowledgeable.
The work was done when promised & the bid was fair and exact. I'll definitely use them in the future.
The Best! I was given an estimate and time my car would be ready. Both were spot on. Honest and upfront. Go here! You won't regret it.
professionals at every level !
quality diagnosis and service ... cooperative in my particular situation involving tow company and insurance company. very satisfied !
Prompt and honest.
I had my wife's Ford Expedition towed in because it wouldn't turn over all the sudden. They called me back with a diagnosis of a melted fuel pump and even showed me the part. They fixed it faster than they said they would! Happy wife = happy life. Great price and service. We will definitely be taking our vehicles there for any future work.
Honest fast service
I had a bad coolant leak and I am from out of state. The hose had a hole coming out of the heater core so it was not visible. 2 hours later I was on the road again at a fair price. The next morning after the car got up to temperature it started steaming a bit. When I called the shop they said it was probably residual coolant from my leak but offered to bring it in and pressure test it. Service after they were paid. Awesome! (it was just residual coolant) 500 miles later my radiator is still full. Highly Recommend this shop!
Unbeatable Service
We were having electrical problems with our Chevy Trailblazer on the way into town, so drove directly to My Mechanic. Left the car running as we were afraid to turn it off. Went in an told them the problem we were having and they knew immediately what the problem was. In 1 1/2 hours from the time we arrived, they had it fixed and the battery charged. There is absolutely no way anyone anywhere could have done this more rapidly or efficiently. We were so very appreciative as service gets no better than that! Thank you My Mechanic. Bob & Marali Bastian
Needed a clutch
My Mechanic was able to source the parts I needed within a day. I dropped it off first thing in the morning and it was done by 4:00. It's working great and I'm extremely satisfied. They even noticed a couple of other issues I need to take care of and recommended their competition to do the work. Very ethical.
Fast and fair!
We were leaving town and needed our car fixed fast - no problem! Cost was fair too. I would recommend this company to anyone!
2004 Honda Civic
Hi my name is Paul Rapisarda and I am writing this review in care of my son Brian whose Honda Civic quit running one day. He was able to make an appointment with My mechanic within just a couple of days. They found that all of the cylinders were full of fuel. They drained the cylinders and the car started but ran very poorly. They suspected that the engine had jumped timing but needed to investigate further before they could say for sure. About an hour later our son called and said that his car needed a new timing kit. I called and spoke to Eric st Mechanic who said that they had the parts in stock and could have the car repaired by the end of the day. This all transpired in less than a single business day. I can't say enough about their company and the fine people that they employ. It is nice to know that our son can be taken care of by a fair and reputable auto repair shop.
Great People to work with.and they did a great job on my truck. I have been going to them for the past 12 to 13 years now. They are my mechanic. would not change my mechanics they are it.
Quality service for the highest price
Nearly twice the price of competitors for my repair (500 vs 860). Should have looked around first.
Had clutch replacement in my 89 Toyota 4x4 pickup. Fast service. My old truck and I back truckin !!!!
Very helpful, friendly. Reasonable estimates and once my car was taken into shop, it didn't take long to find the problem.
Helpful and friendly staff. Reasonable prices
Willing to listen to your problem and help with the repair.
Great Service
Always great service. Honest mechanical advice and friendly staff. Have used My Mechanic ever since they opened have always had positive experiences. I would highly recommend.
Looked at the car right away. Fixed the next morning. Thank you!
Got the job done quick
Took my truck in to drill out a broken bolt. Receptionist said it might not be done until the next day, but I got a call 2 hours later stating that it was ready. They also put in a new bolt for me. I was expecting an extra $10 on my bill, but they only charged me $3. Thanks for the great service! I'll be back
Worthless My Mechanic Shop
Went there to get my AC charged and ended up paying $39 and change for them to tell me it's going to cost over $800 to get my Air Conditioning working for my '97 Jeep.
Excellent service
Exceptionally Honest, very professional -- good people who do a good job. I anticipated a repair of $250.00 or more for replacement of a front wheel sensor, but the problem with the wheel sensor was due to a loose bolt, and the cost was nothing near to what I thought it would be. Also, I was advised about the general condition of the car, which I recently purchased, a 2007 Mazda 6. A specific recommendation for the near future for a new battery was truly appreciated. Eric and Stacey, who dealt with my repair order, were both helpful and nice. I will definitely recommend this shop to others!
Professional and quick
Had shuddering in my brakes and asked for an overall "checkup." They machined my rotors, applied new brakes pads, windshield wipers, and a power steering flush in 2 hours less than what they originally told me. Price seemed very reasonable I thought.
Another great experience with My Mechanic
My family has 5 cars, and we always trust My Mechanic for all our car needs. Lube, Oil and Filter and any other issues we have. They always charge a fair price, are fast getting us in, and are consistently able to get our cars back to us quickly. We won't go anywhere, or trust any one else with our automotive needs. Thank You My Mechanic.
Crear service and friendly desk lady kept me informed during procesos. I would go there again.
High Quality Service
Everyone was very friendly and they answered all my questions about my car. It didn't take them long to maintain everything and it was in great condition after they finished. I definitely recommend this mechanic shop.
Great Customer Service
They went above and beyond my expectations. The whole process was easy, and made me not stress as much about my car. The mechanic was,unable to find my complaint about the car but ended up trying to figure out something related to it. They found a problem, and it was fixed within 3 hours of it being dropped off!
Quick diagnosis, and fast turn around time. Was very pleased.
Great service, awesome response to our "emergency".
I highly recommend this shop! Service, professionalism, price for quality of service -- all great!
Very good service, extremely polite and professional
Had heater hoses replaced on a Kia sorrento, I couldn't reach where they attached to the engine. They were able to get to them and replace them with the hoses that I provided (since I already had them). They did try to say that it didn't include evacuation and recharging the air conditioning, but I informed them that I had already replaced the other 2 hoses and the air conditioning wasn't part of the interference which resulted in a more accurate quote on the price.
This was my 1st time going to my mechanic. I only went in for a oil change, but they went above and beyond checking other things on my vehicle. I love how they are truly concerned on if your vehicle is safe or something needs fixed. They definitely won my business for anything I may need in the future. Thank you for being an honest mechanic.
Excellent Service
They were able to fix items that other mechanics would not touch. Very impressed. It was a fuel pump in a 1990 Chevy Silverado truck.
Above and Beyond Customer Service
Dale and his staff at My Mechanic always go above and beyond what I expect when I take my vehicle there. Not only do they fix or maintenance my vehicle, they always inspect it for future issues or potential problems. He lets me know what I need to fix, or think about fixing soon. Things I may not even know are becoming issues. You can't put a price on peace of mind, and that's what I leave with. Always friendly and super helpful, I can trust them to do a quality job and get an honest opinion. Glad to have a place in the Klamath Basin I know I can always count on for exceptional help and quality service.
Fast and Friendly service
I called Thursday morning and they said they didn't really have an available time that day but I could drop off my car and they would get to it first thing Friday. Friday afternoon I had my car back running perfectly. They don't try to find problems to charge you more. Definitely recommending them to all my friends and going back!
Quality service and very friendly
They told us what was wrong with our car and explained what needed to be done and why in plain English. And they figured out a way to fix a problem that the dealership wanted to charge us a lot of money to simply replace a part instead of fixing it. We will be returning here for our car repairs!
They are awesome. I will definitely be going back.
I came in thinking I had a problem with my Toyota. They were quickly able to diagnose that my car was okay. I thank you very much. I really wanted to pay for your time and kindness. Maybe next time. You will not be forgotten.
As usual we had a great experience. Everyone was friendly and we know the work was done right. It's always easy to get an appointment when it is convenient for us. They take great care of our vehicles and we have been with them for years.
I had to plan a sudden trip out of town, and I was able to get a same day appointment for an overdue oil change. Thank you very much!
For now I will rate them as a 5. They were never pushy or gave me a condensending lecture. I went in for a tune-up, oil change, etc. My Mechanics took a reasonable time to get the job done.
- All Insurance accepted
- Napa Auto Care Center - 24 month / 24,000 mile warranty
- ASE master technician certified
- NAPA Auto Care Center
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certified Technicians
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For vacuum-driven processing of up to six HiSpeed Mega or Giga Columns
The QIAvac HiSpeed LS Vacuum manifold is designed for vacuum processing of up to six QIAGEN columns in parallel. For optimal results it is recommended that the QIAvac HiSpeed LS is used together with a Vacuum Pump.
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Vacuum-driven liquid processing facilitates sample handling and reduces hands-on preparation time by eliminating the tedious loading and unloading of spin columns into a centrifuge and subsequent removal of flow-through during binding and washing procedures. Preventing cross-contamination is especially critical when purifying nucleic acids from sensitive samples. To overcome this, QIAGEN columns are inserted into disposable VacConnectors, preventing direct contact of the column with the manifold. VacValves ensure constant vacuum pressure. The QIAvac HiSpeed LS Vacuum manifold provides an ideal setup for convenient processing of several QIAGEN kits.
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Los Banditos
They drink Strichnin and Nitro, eat Atomchilis encrusted with TNT and listen to Neil Young. Explosive mixture of: 60s Beat, Surf, Twang, Rock'n Roll, Sex and Crime, mixed with the future sounds for the 26.
About Los Banditos
In 1996 the band was founded as a trio in Jena/Germany. The Banditos first specialized in Surf, but soon enough line up and musical competence were steadily broadened, so that 10 years later were facing a 5-headed gang that is still celebrating its music on a solid Surf base and is unmistakeably inspired by the East German Big Beat bands of the early Sixties (yes, this term did exist already 40 years ago), but is integrating the sexy groove of the Sixties/ Seventies Soul and cuban percussions into its music as well as performing classical RnB vocal pieces this is an own version of Post Easy Listening Pop. This mixture is produced on original vintage GDR-equipment: Musima de Luxe guitar, Musima Brillant 76 bass and Weltmeister T/O 200.5 organ. The Banditos live gigs turn out to be a challenge for your dancing as well as for your laughing abilities. Glamour is served in family packs and the prescribed combination of musical drugs, namely Sixties Beat, Surf, sound tracks of Spy Thrillers, Spaghetti Westerns and Blue Movies, Black Soul, Las Vegas Glamour, Shadows melodies and brave postmodern Pop makes even the death move. At the latest with their interpretations of "Je taime...moi non plus" and "Ca Plane pour moi " every hall goes wild. But of course the Banditos are not only game for popular party tunes. In the first place elegance and understatement are dominant. In an adequate atmosphere it is not unlikely that an Los Banditos concert takes up to 3 hours. And theres not one moment of boredom included. Their own compositions, titled "Porno Uschi" (Porn Uschi), "Unbekannte wilde Frau" (Unknown Wild Woman), "M..dchen komm!" (Com'on Girl ), "Komm M..dchen, geh!" (Com'on Girl, leave!) or "Zwischenfall im Orbit" (Incidence in Space) don't have to hide behind their versions of classics or obscurities. Self evidently, the Banditos are now all year around on tour - not only at home, but all across Europe as in Italy, Austria, Switzerland, Slovenia, Czech Republic, the Netherlands, UK, France, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, the Baltics and Russia. A Best Of compilation titled "Collected Works" is out on Soyuz Records Moscow since fall 2006. Their divine Sex video clip ran several times on VIVA and ARTE broadcasted a complete concert. The band is also writing music for theaters across Germany and Switzerland i.e. Karen Finleys theatre play "The theory of total blame" and enjoyed engagements at theatres in Basel, Freiburg, Berlin, Halle and others. After a big success in 2005 Los Banditos performed again with the Jena Theater Haus at famous Kulturarena festival 2006.
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"Teen Wolf" is one of those movies I saw 900 times as a kid because I had nothing better to do. It doesn't exactly hold up over time (unless your name is Bill Simmons), which is why MTV has decided to update the premise and turn it into a TV series. The Hollywood Reporter says:
MTV is set to grant a series order to "Teen Wolf."
Based on the 1985 Michael J. Fox film, the MTV series stars Tyler Posey (ABC Family's "Lincoln Heights") as a high school student who gets superpowers, including the ability to woo girls, after a wolf attack.
Tyler Posey? They totally picked an actor with the name Tyler on purpose. That's Twihard baiting! Ain't It Cool News is saying the pilot will directed by one of the guys behind "Criminal Minds", and an MTV exec said the show will be "tonally reminiscent of 'An American Werewolf in London.'" That movie was much more gory and sexualized than the original "Teen Wolf," so I expect the new show to find a balance somewhere between the two.
MTV has a long history of successful original series, but when you think about it, virtually none of those series were fully dramatized. "The Hills" and "Laguna Beach" were staged, of course. But they still counted as "reality" shows. Otherwise, MTV's history with non-animated fictional series is lackluster to nonexistent. They had "Undressed" on for a while, but it never caught on. So it'll be interesting to see if they can break through that lifelong slump with "Teen Wolf." One look at Tyler Posey's dreamy locks makes you think it's all too possible.


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