text:
Extension and Correspondence Course Transfer Policy
Late Appeal to Add/Drop a Course after the University Deadline Policy
** Disclaimer for Academic Policy and Program Changes **
Information displayed on this website is not to be regarded as a contract between the student and Gonzaga University. The University reserves the right to make changes in courses, programs, faculty, calendar, tuition and fees, grading procedures, graduation requirements, admission criteria, and any other information contained on this website at any time without notification. Changes become effective when the University so determines, and apply to prospective students as well as students currently enrolled. The University will make an effort to notify students of changes through publications and notices.
** Disclaimer for Course Availability **
All reasonable care is taken to ensure that both course offerings and degree requirements contain no erroneous, deceptive, or misleading information by omission, actual statement, or implication. Every effort will be made by the University to offer at least the courses listed in the catalogue during the period in which it is in effect; student enrollment and faculty availability, however, may affect the courses offered. Some courses listed in University publications are offered only as needed. The decision to offer such courses rests with the Chairperson in consultation with the appropriate Dean. Final course information is published on ZAGWEB.
Academic honesty is expected of all Gonzaga University students. Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, and theft. Any student found guilty of academic dishonesty is subject to disciplinary action.
Disciplinary action against a student found guilty of academic dishonesty may include but is not limited to: (1) a failing grade for the test or assignment in question; (2) a failing grade for the course; or (3) a recommendation for dismissal from the University.
A student may appeal the disciplinary action taken. The appeal shall be made in writing to the Chair of the department, or Dean if there is no Chair, of the appropriate school within 14 days of receipt of written notification of the disciplinary action taken.
Following an appeal, a final report shall be submitted to the Academic Vice President for review and possible further disciplinary action taken by the University. The Academic Vice President may direct an intermediate appeal to the Chair's Dean. Final appeal by the student may be made to the Academic Vice President.
A complete copy of the policy can be obtained from the Academic Vice President's Office.
Satisfactory Academic Progress
The Higher Education Amendments of 1992, and the Washington State Higher Education Coordinating Board, require that a student receiving federal and/or state assistance must demonstrate satisfactory academic progress (SAP). In general, SAP is defined as "proceeding toward successful completion of degree requirements."
Full-time students who are eligible for, and receiving, financial aid must successfully complete twelve (12) credits with a minimum GPA of 2.00 each semester. Students who fail to achieve this criterion are placed on Financial Aid Probation and may lose all financial aid if their academic performance does not reflect satisfactory progress during the next semester. Additionally, State of Washington financial aid recipients who are enrolled full-time are required to successfully complete at least six (6) credit hours per semester or risk immediate suspension of state aid. Please note that current financial aid awarding procedures reflect the expectation that undergraduate students enrolled on a full-time basis will complete their degree requirements in eight semesters.
The policies and procedures governing SAP and its relationship to financial aid are available from the Financial Aid Office, College Hall, Room 129. Students with additional questions regarding this policy are invited to inquire at the Financial Aid Office.
Satisfactory Academic Progress for Veterans
Veterans failing to achieve minimum standards of academic progress are placed on probation for the following semester and notified via email by the University's Veterans' Advisor. The Department of Veteran Administration will be notified should a veteran fail to achieve satisfactory academic progress subsequent to the initial probationary period and benefits will be suspended until satisfactory progress standing is attained.
Good Academic Standing, Unsatisfactory Academic Progress, Probation, and Academic Dismissal
Students are on Academic Probation whenever the term and/or cumulative GPA falls below a 2.00. To be in Good Academic Standing with the University, students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.00 as determined at the end of every semester, beginning with the completion of the student's second regular (non-summer) semester at Gonzaga University. Good Academic Standing is required for all graduating students, and it may impact a student's ability to receive financial aid, scholarships, or to represent Gonzaga in extra-curricular activities.
Any student on academic probation will have their student status reviewed by the Committee on Academic Standing. The conditions of academic probation are specified in a letter to the student from the Committee. Students are expected to comply with all stipulations made in the letter and any additional requirements placed upon them as a result of academic probation.
Students on academic probation, regardless of their academic standing, may be subject to academic dismissal from the University. A notation of "Academic Dismissal" will appear on grade reports and transcripts. Dismissed students have an opportunity for appeal. Directions for this process are indicated in the dismissal letter sent to the student.
Those receiving financial aid also may be subject to Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Probation and/or Suspension, which may result in additional financial consequences.
For further information contact the Office of Advising and Academic Assistance.
Alumni Audit Policy
Alumni audit of a course may only be used by students who have graduated with any degree type at any level from Gonzaga University. The option is only available during the academic year of fall and spring semesters. Only courses deemed as undergraduate lecture courses may be audited. The courses will not appear on transcripts and cannot be made to do so. Registration for this option occurs during Registration Period III when drop/add takes place.
To initiate the process and obtain the Alumni Audit form, please contact the Alumni Association.
Auditing a Course Policy
Audit grading option (AU grade assigned): Auditors are students who register for a course under the Audit grading option by signing the audit form in the Registrar's Office. Regular tuition is charged. Activity courses (e.g., physical education, music, art, etc.) are not permitted to be taken under the Audit grading option. Auditors will not be allowed access to individual instruction, to equipment, or to supplies in conjunction with the course. Once a course is registered for under the Audit grading option, students who fail to attend the class according to the regular attendance requirements of the class are liable to receive a "V" grade at the discretion of the professor.
1. Registration is available through Registration Period III which is the late registration/drop-add period. The auditor registers for a lecture method course under the Audit grading option and pays tuition based on this option and course credits. A designation of "AU" is recorded on the auditor's academic transcript if the auditor satisfactorily attended the course.
An "AU" on a student's transcript reflects no academic credits earned and indicates that the person has received exposure to the course content for an academic semester/term. The "AU" designation does not apply toward meeting degree requirements.
2. A professor may assign a "V" grade for unofficial withdrawal when attendance is unsatisfactory.
3. Under this option, audited course credits are not counted toward meeting full-time credit requirements for financial aid, student loans, VA benefits, etc., although standard tuition is paid for the credits. Auditors should be very cautious about registering using the Audit grading option.
Class Attendance Policy
Students are presumed to have sufficient maturity to recognize their responsibility for regular class attendance. Since illness or other good reason may prevent attendance, Gonzaga University has a standard policy on absences. However, students should check the syllabus for each course to confirm the instructor's specific attendance policy, which should be clearly delineated within each syllabus, and which cannot be more restrictive than the GU policy.
Gonzaga's policy on absences stipulates that the maximum allowable absence is two class hours (100 minutes) for each class credit. For three-credit classes, the maximum absence is, therefore, six class hours (300 minutes).
Classes scheduled to meet for more than 50 minutes have more than one class hour for each meeting; for example, a class which meets for 75 minutes has one and one-half class hours for each scheduled meeting. Instructors may report absences to the Registrar's Office, which will in turn notify the students. The grade given for excessive absences is a "V," which has the same effect as "F" (Fail) and is counted in the GPA. This outcome can be appealed to the Dean of the College/School in which the course is offered. Faculty are encouraged to work with individual students to ensure academic success.
Participation in school activities or athletics does not exempt students from this standard policy on absences. The fact that a student has met the other course requirements (such as papers) is not sufficient to change a "V" to a passing grade. The University Class Attendance Policy may be modified for qualified students with documented short or long term disabilities. For more information or case consultation, contact Disability Resources, Education, and Access Management DREAM.
Late Appeal to Withdraw a Course after the University Deadline Policy
Undergraduate and graduate students who do not drop courses during the advertised University drop week may late appeal after the University deadline, to late withdraw from a course.
Petitions for late withdraw appeal considerations are available from the Registrar's Office. The petition must also include a separate typed page addressing the following issues:
reasons for the appeal to withdraw a course after the University deadline for the semester
indication of when the course was last attended
identification and explanation of the reasons for any previous late withdraws made in prior semesters
Signatures must be secured from the advisor and the professor of the course from which the student is wishing to withdraw. Submission of the documentation to the Dean of the school offering the course from which the late withdrawal is requested is required. The Dean's Office will forward a copy of the appeal to the Registrar's Office with the appeal decision where the appropriate registration action will be taken by way of the Dean's decision.
No tuition adjustment is allowed under this policy.
Withdrawal from the University Policy
Undergraduate students who register but decide not to attend the University should obtain a Complete Withdrawal form from the Office of Academic Advising and Assistance. The withdrawal process requires approvals and an interview with a professional in AAA. AAA will assist undergraduate students in acquiring approvals from the following offices as necessary: Registrar's Office, Financial Aid, Student Accounts, and the Office of Housing and Residence Life.
Tuition adjustments are based on the date a University official is notified by the student that he/she wishes to withdraw. The tuition adjustment schedule for complete withdrawals is posted in the Student Accounts and Financial Aid Offices. Refunds for room and board will be prorated throughout the semester. Financial Aid funds will be refunded in accordance with University and governmental regulations.
***Graduate students are instructed to contact the Registrar's Office regarding any withdrawal from the University whether it be an individual course withdrawal or a complete withdrawal. ***
Late Appeal for Complete Withdrawal from the Semester Policy
An undergraduate student requesting permission to completely withdraw from a semester after the advertised University date deadline, should contact the office of Academic Advising and Assistance, where he/she will meet with a professional to discuss his/her request.
***Graduate students are instructed to contact the Registrar's Office regarding any withdrawal from the University whether it be an individual course withdrawal or a complete withdrawal. ***
Repeating Courses for Improved Grade Policy
A student can repeat any course with another course of the same designation, in an effort to improve the GPA. The original course and grade will remain recorded on the student's transcript but will not be counted into the student's GPA. The cumulative credits and GPA will be adjusted to reflect the last credits and grade earned. Courses for which a student received a grade carry no quality point value, such as W, (X prior to 1996), and AU may be re-taken in subsequent semesters; these grades are not included in the course repeat policy jurisdiction. Courses retaken as an independent study or directed reading do not qualify under this policy. Only courses re-taken at Gonzaga University qualify to improve the GPA.
Courses with enrollment of less than eight students may be subject to cancellation. Individual instruction courses such as independent studies, practica, internships, applied music classes, etc., will be exempt from this policy. Consideration will also be given to courses required for graduation. If a student is registered for a class that is being canceled, the academic department will make every effort to notify them by telephone. Once the course is canceled, there will be no more opportunities for enrollment in that course. If a canceled class reduces a student's enrollment status to less than full-time (fewer than twelve credits) their financial aid and/or athletic eligibility may be compromised. For information on financial aid status, contact the Financial Aid Office.
The "Course Challenge" policy provides undergraduate students with an opportunity to receive credit for a course in which they have demonstrated mastery of the subject matter by way other than regular course attendance and completion of the formal course requirements.
Before a student will be allowed to challenge a course, he/she must:
Be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program as a full-time student (at least 12 credits), during fall or spring semesters only; challenged course credits cannot take a student over the 18 credit maximum:
Have completed at least twelve semester credits at Gonzaga;
Be a student in good standing;
Obtain written permission from the instructor in charge of the course, the student's advisor, the Dean of the college or school in which he/she is enrolled, and the Chair of the department in which the course is offered;
Pay a fee of $50 per credit at the Registrar's Office
Courses which can not be challenged for credit include:
All courses in the Thought and Expression Block:
English Composition (ENGL 101)
Introduction to Speech Communication (SPCO 101)
Critical Thinking (PHIL 101)
Excursions in Mathematics (MATH 103)
Lower Division Modern Languages (FREN, GERM, ITAL, SPAN 101 & 102)
All graduate level courses
If the subject matter of a lower level course is contained or presumed in a higher level course, the lower level course may not be challenged by students who have completed the higher level course. If a student has already taken a course at Gonzaga for credit or audit, he/she will not be allowed subsequently to challenge that same course.
Mastery of the course may be tested by way of an extended written examination (this examination needs to be reviewed in advance by at least two faculty members other than its' author) or by way of an oral examination and/or special written assignments.
Students in good academic standing may petition their school's Dean to take more than the maximum of eighteen credits. There is an additional tuition charge for these extra credits. Students in the Honors Program, the Comprehensive Leadership Program, the Hogan Entrepreneurial Leadership Program or in ROTC , however, with the approval of the respective Program Director, may take extra credits without charge.
Extension and Correspondence Course Transfer Policy
The transfer of any extension or correspondence course credit is limited to six semester credits for undergraduate students and requires the written aproval of the Academic Vice President's Office.
Courses taken in extension or by correspondence are not allowed as credit toward graduate degrees. In exceptional cases, the Academic Vice President may waive this regulation if recommended by the Program Director and Dean.
If a student misses the first day of class without notifying the instructor prior to the second class meeting, the student may be dropped from the course, provided that the course is closed and there are wait-listed students. Professors will report absences to the Dean, who, upon approval, will notify the Registrar's Office to drop students from course sections.
Students should contact professors or academic departments if they plan to be absent the first class day. Students who register for courses they do not attend are themselves responsible for officially dropping the courses through the Registrar's Office. The consequence of not officially dropping courses is a "V" (unofficial withdrawal) grade which is calculated as a failing grade and is counted in the grade point average (GPA). Students should not assume that professors will automatically initiate course drops for non-attendance.
This may affect financial aid awards, scholarship eligibility, athletic eligibility, VA benefits, and numerous other areas related to minimum credit requirements.
Final examinations are held at the end of each semester, and, at the option of the instructor, examinations are held at mid-semester. Final examination times are listed for each semester under Important Dates and Deadlines as outlined on the Registrar's Office web pages. Students making their travel arrangements for the end of each semester must take into account these final examination times.
Final examinations or their equivalent can be administered by instructors only on the day at the time indicated in the Final Exam Schedule; any exceptions to this procedure must have the explicit approval of the appropriate Dean.
Students must maintain standards of academic performance set forth by the University if they are to receive the certificate of competence implied by course credits and degrees. The instructor is the usual and competent judge of these matters. Students must be protected against the rare case of unjust grading and evaluation. Allegations of unfair or prejudiced grading may be brought to the attention of and reviewed by the department Chair, by the Dean of the appropriate school and, if necessary, by the Academic Vice President, whose decision is final.
Late Appeal to Add/Drop a Course after the University Deadline Policy
Undergraduate and graduate students who do not add/drop courses during the advertised University add/drop week, may appeal after the University deadline, to late add/drop a course .
Petitions for late add/drop appeal considerations are available from the Registrar's Office. The petition must also include a separate typed page addressing the following issues:
reasons for the appeal to add and or drop a course after the University deadline
indication of when the course was last attended
identification and explanation of the reasons for any previous add/late drops made in prior semesters
Signatures must be secured from the advisor and the professor of the course which is being late added or dropped. Submission of the documentation to the Dean of the school offering the course from which the late appeal is requested is required. The Dean's Office will forward a copy of the appeal to the Registrar's Office with the appeal decision where the appropriate registration action will be taken by way of the Dean's decision.
No tuition adjustment is allowed for any course late dropped under this policy.
Students who are pursuing a bachelor's degree at Gonzaga and who must interrupt their education for a period of not more than one year may be eligible for a leave of absence from the University. To be eligible for a leave of absence, a student must have at least a 2.00 in the preceding fall or spring semester and a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better. Leave of Absence forms are available from the Office of Academic Advising and Assistance. Students requesting a leave of absence must have an interview and obtain approval from AAA. Students are not eligible to reside on campus, attend classes, or participate in regular campus activities during their absence. Students who attend another school during their leave of absence will have that status voided and they must apply for readmission to the University. Leaves of absence will not extend beyond one academic year. Students who wish to return to the University after the termination date on their leave of absence must apply for readmission to the University.


text:
Illinois requires online retailers to charge sales tax
Other states also are moving to tax web-based businesses, which is strongly opposed by Amazon.
This post is by Seth Fiegerman of MainStreet.
The law, known as the Mainstreet Fairness Bill, is intended to force online retailers to abide by the same tax standards as brick and mortar businesses. Until now, retailers in Illinois, and in the majority of states, only had to collect sales taxes if they had a physical location in the state, effectively granting e-commerce sites a significant tax loophole.
According to the Illinois Department of Revenue, this law could help the state earn as much as $170 million in previously uncollected sales tax revenue, which should help deal with some of the state's projected $4.9 billion budget shortfall for the 2012 fiscal year.
"Illinois' main street businesses are critical to ensuring our long-term economic stability, which is why they must be able to compete with every company doing business online in Illinois," said Governor Quinn in a statement. "This law will put Illinois-based businesses on a level playing field, protect and create jobs and help us continue to grow in the global marketplace."
Amazon, in particular, has used the tax loophole to its advantage by shaving off the sales tax amount (6.5% in Illinois) from the final price tag to be more competitive. While Amazon is not technically based in any one state, the site is known to team up with thousands of smaller websites that are. These local websites promote and direct users to products sold on Amazon, and under the new law, these partnerships would be reason enough for Amazon to institute a sales tax.
North Carolina, Colorado and Rhode Island have each passed similar bills, and other states are considering doing so, including California, where many Web companies are based.
Not surprisingly, Wal-Mart, the world's largest brick and mortar retailer, was one of the first to praise the law in a statement for "leveling the playing field" between online and offline companies.
But the main downside to this bill is that it could end up hurting local businesses that sell their products online. Each time a state imposes this kind of law, Amazon terminates its partnerships with local websites to skirt the sales tax requirements.
This in turn removes a valuable revenue stream from thousands of homegrown businesses that depend on Amazon for the promotion of their goods. Amazon has already threatened to drop local partners based in Illinois.
That said, if this law eventually spreads to the majority of states, or if it is ever instituted on a national level, it would become increasingly costly for websites like Amazon to pull this stunt, as they would effectively have to sever ties with every local business in America.
More from Main Street and MSN Money:
The highest sales taxes in the country. The highest property taxes in the country. The worst public services in the country, most crooked politicians - pretty much all our past governors are in the pen. So of course a crooked political party will pass an illegal law.
I REFUSE to shop locally - I am NOT going to pay almost 13% in sales taxes. Screw Illinois.
The power to tax is the power to DESTROY. If you tax activities, there will be less spending as a result.
You idiots that love taxes are the real problem. You're the same shallow thinking do-gooders who's social programs harm situations rather than help in many cases. Get your hands out of our pockets and quit bankrupting our out of control governments.
Illinois Governor Pat Quinn signed a law last week requiring online retailers...
**Republican** Gov. Rick Snyder is drawing recall threats and angry protests over his attempt to...
Anyone else noticed the omission of the word "DEMOCRAT" in the first story?
I sure can't understand how some people get by without paying their taxes. I know people who don't file taxes at all that have large bank accounts, rental properties, some on full disability but work five days a week. If the government (IRS) has my Social Security Number, where my residence is, when I was born and etc. then why can't they check up on these people who do not file? Why punish retired people by increasing their federal income taxes and not the rest of the people who work and make a heck of a
lot more than most people get in their retirement checks?
Copyright © 2014 Microsoft. All rights reserved.
Fundamental company data and historical chart data provided by Morningstar Inc. Real-time index quotes and delayed quotes supplied by Morningstar Inc. Quotes delayed by up to 15 minutes, except where indicated otherwise. Fund summary, fund performance and dividend data provided by Morningstar Inc. Analyst recommendations provided by Zacks Investment Research. StockScouter data provided by Verus Analytics. IPO data provided by Hoover's Inc. Index membership data provided by Morningstar Inc.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Welcome to Atlantic Caravans
We are pleased to announce that we picked up the Caravan Talk Caravan Dealer of the year award so thanks to everyone who voted, it means alot to us.
Just In..
Bailey Orion 400/2 2013 Contemporary 2 berth
Bailey Unicorn Barcelona Twin axle with fixed end washroom
Swift Challenger Sport 442 2015 New two berth.
Swift Challenger Sport 584 2015 Next years new Challenger 584.
Quality Through & Through
Here at Atlantic Caravans we have a hand-picked selection of touring caravans: you will find the affordable luxury of the new Swift range and the quality of the Coachman, as well as some great deals on used caravans to suit all budgets and with a variety of layouts.
With many years of experience in the caravan industry, our small yet professional sales & service team ensures that you get the personal care and attention to detail that you deserve.
Our aim is always to deal with your requirements in a friendly, polite and efficient manner.
And rest assured...
We'll do our best for you and your family so that you can truly enjoy your caravanning adventures!
We're easy to find in Doublebois, just off the A38 only a few miles from Liskeard. Click here for directions on how to find us.
Visit us soon!
Free Caravan Winter Care Report
Sign up for our special FREE REPORT today!
Got a Question?
We offer our expertise on all caravan related questions...
Check Out This Recommended Site
A great place to holiday with your family and friends...
First -Time Caravanner??
Don't worry! Check out our helpful advice...
Book a Service
Guaranteed workmanship will keep your caravan tip top...
"We are very pleased with the caravan and thank you for all you have done for us and will look forward to visiting your site again in the future. "
Anne & Mike Butcher
"We were very impressed with the way that Atlantic Caravans made it so easy"
Mike & Sandra - Plymouth


text:
This video has been removed from XTube
By: sexybbwofnewyork
This video is no longer available on XTube.com.
The user who has uploaded it has removed it.
The user who has uploaded it has removed it.
Video Details
Date: 1 year ago
Runtime: 1:15
Views: 1,400
All Comments
Comments are disabled for this video.
By sexybbwofnewyork
Added: 1 year ago
You have not added any videos to your playlist. Click on the "+" in the video thumbnails to add videos.


text:
CHYS Applied Research Project
Department of Child and Youth Studies
CHYS Applied Research Project
A partial list of potential projects will be available by February 1st, and will be updated as new projects become available.
Heather Chalmers - Working with and understanding Young Carers
- Since 2004, Dr. Chalmers has been working with several community-based agencies to understand the needs of Young Carers and to develop programs to address those needs. In 2008, the Powerhouse Project was opened to provide support to Young Carers. Dr. Chalmers continues to work with the Powerhouse Project to ensure the needs of Young Carers are most effectively being met. This project provides opportunities for involvement in program development, program delivery, program evaluation and research related to the impact of caregiving on development.
Maureen Connolly
Theses based in SNAP ( Special Needs Activity Program) may be an empirical study using analysis of collected data from the program site and /or participants, may be conceptual / literature based, may be descriptive –interpretive—this depends on the student's interests, disposition, and organizational and planning skills. Regardless of the approach and design, SNAP is an activity program for children, youth, teens and young adults with various disabilities, and offers developmentally appropriate, relevant and meaningful movement experiences in a Station Based Pedagogy approach. Students interested in exploring issues related to and /or experiences of children, youth, teens and young adults with disabilities, and in particular in active play contexts, will enjoy this type of thesis experience.
John McNamara
This applied research project represents a partnership between John McNamara's research team and the Learning Disabilities Association of Niagara Region. As a research team member you will work with John and the LDANR on one of a number of possible applied projects. These include facilitating reading programs, delivering parent workshops, working on social-skills training. All of these possibilities will have you supporting children with learning disabilities. Your unique project will be decided upon after meeting with John and the LDANR.
Lauren McNamara
- The applied research project with The Recess Project involves working in an assigned school as a Research Assistant/program coordinator for innovative recess activities. There are a range of opportunities available, from planning and organizing recess activities, training university volunteers and grade school students, working with teachers and principals, teaching/encourage physical activity and prosocial skills, and collecting data.
Fran Owen
- Frances Owen and her research colleagues are working with Pathstone Mental Health to examine sexting and its consequences in underage youth. The team is gathering information about factors that contribute to sexting and ways to support youth who have experienced its consequences. We are also developing strategies to inform youth, families and teachers about the consequences of sexting.
Dawn Zinga – DSBN Academy Youth Engagement Projects
- This applied project opportunity is a partnership with the DSBN Academy. You will have an opportunity to work with Dr. Zinga, Academy staff, and Academy students to support academic opportunities and help Academy students develop a better understanding of higher education contexts. Possible projects include designing and/or supporting Encore (after school) programs, creating interactive workshops and creating opportunities for Academy students to interact with Brock faculty and students. You will have an opportunity to work as part of a research team. Most projects will be focused on working with students from grade six to grade ten. Your project will be determined based on your interests and through consultation with Dr. Zinga and DSBN Academy staff. For more information about the Academy, please visit their website (http://academy.dsbn.org).


text:
Figure 4.5, a bar graph, shows percentages of past month cigarette use among adults aged 18 or older in 2002 by education level. Past month cigarette use was 35.2 percent among adults with less than a high school education, 32.3 percent among high school graduates, 29.0 percent for adults with some college education, and 14.5 percent for college graduates.
Return to Figure 4.5


text:
Biggest Festival of Trees ever this weekendBy Lucia Suarez
STAFF WRITER | November 29,2012With the holidays around the corner, the Paramount Theatre is offering an opportunity to get a kick-start on gift shopping.
With its biggest benefit yet, the Rutland theater is offering more than 200 auction items as part of the 10th annual Festival of Trees holiday event Saturday night.
"It's a bit of showtime," said event co-chairman Paul Gallo. "You have bidders challenging each other for some great items."
This year's list of donated auction items range from $20 to $30 to upwards of $6,000 and include everything from architectural services to several trips to Mexico and the Caribbean.
Local highlights include several lamps from Hubbardton Forge, a tailgate party with Castleton State College President David Wolk, several dinner packages and tickets to the Paramount, ski passes, gift cards and more.
"There are some unbelievable items this year," said Bruce Bouchard, the theater's executive director. "We spent two to three months obtaining great items. We have something for everyone."
Other auction items include tickets to the University of Vermont Catamount Hockey Tournament on Dec. 29-30 with an overnight stay in Burlington, tickets to the Houston Texans at New England Patriots on Dec. 10 in Foxborough, with a three-hour tailgate party with the Godnick family of Rutland, weeklong trips to Maine, Florida, Cabo San Lucas and more.
"The list just goes on and on," Bouchard said. "We are hoping for a good turn out."
The Festival of Trees is the theater's biggest — and only — annual fundraiser which garnered more than $68,000 last year. With hefty operating costs, the Paramount is reliant on community support and organizers expect this year's festival to be even bigger.
"I have said it before, the Paramount is the crown jewel of the county," Gallo said. "It's an economic engine. It's vital."
"(The Festival of Trees) is a win-win for people as they support the theater and leave with something," he added.
Doors open at 5 p.m., with the silent auction running until 8 p.m. Auctioneer Bob Prozzo will take the helm at 7 p.m. for the live auction, while Roots the Restaurant will be offering food throughout. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $15.
email@example.com IN This Just InA Rutland judge has denied Christopher Sullivan's motion to exclude an expert's testimony from... Full StoryMayor Christopher Louras endorsed Rutland County State's Attorney candidate Rose Kennedy Monday. Full StoryCaramelized leeks bring flavor to mashed to potatoes. Full Story
- Most Popular
- Most Emailed
- TOMORROW'S HEADLINES TODAY: U.S. Rep. Peter Welch meets with Killington business owners, governor candidates debate, Gov. Shumlin discusses progress in anti-opiate campaign, Spanos trial venue moves to White River Junction.
- RICHARD'S POOR ALMANACK: On this day in 1776, as Nathan Hale is hanged by British military authorities for spying, he utters his famous last words — or does he? In 1975, Sara Jane Moore attempts to kill President Gerald R. Ford in San Francisco.
- TOMORROW'S HEADLINES TODAY: Patrick McArdle reports and the theft of an $89,000 shotgun, police release a video of the Monday Castleton robbery, O'Gorman reports a lawsuit by a local man claiming his vehicle unlawfully seized, police leave him in cold.
- RICHARD'S POOR ALMANACK: Giles Corey of Salem, Mass., is pressed to death during the Salem witch trials; on this day in 1952, film comedian Charlie Chaplin, while traveling to England, is denied re-entry into the United States by U.S. attorney general.
- RICHARD'S POOR ALMANACK: Dutch father of microbiology Antonie van Leeuwenhoek discovers the existence of one-celled organisms; in 1967, The Doors are booked to play the Ed Sullivan show; in 1858, freedom fighter Dred Scott dies on this day in St. Louis.
- TOMORROW'S HEADLINES TODAY: No money this year for western rail project, Lola Aiken memorialized in Montpelier, Supreme Court Castleton murder suspect will remain in jail, Shaftbury man fires shots from his AK-47 into neighbor's home.


text:
Former Diamondbacks player and announcer Mark Grace will spend four months behind bars. The 48-year-old pleaded guilty to driving under the influence and endangerment on Thursday.
We caught up with Grace as he walked out of court.
Mark Grace says he believes in accountability and he wants to take responsibility for his actions. He'll report to jail on February 10. He'll be allowed out of jail for work – working with the Diamondbacks, who have re-hired him.
Per terms of his plea deal, Grace was sentenced to four months in jail.
"Because of a poor decision, my children are going to be without dad for four months and that's the biggest thing I regret," says Mark Grace.
Grace was arrested for DUI back in august. This was his second DUI arrest in 15 months. At the time, he was supposed to have an interlock device on his car and he didn't. Grace told a judge he's getting alcohol abuse treatment.
"[Treatment is] going well, I'm good, I'm doing good," says Grace. "I know that drinking and driving is a very dangerous thing to do and that's the lesson that I learned."
Grace worked as an announcer for the D'backs. He was fired after his second DUI arrest. Thursday in court, we learned the team has re-hired Grace as a coach.
"Four months that I can't be with my children, four months I can't be with my friends and family and it's all because of, you know, it's my fault."
We asked him if he thought he got a softer sentence because he's Mark Grace.
"Like I said, I lost my job, I'm going to lose my freedom. This ain't a free ride," he responded.
When Grace is finished serving his sentence, he will be on probation for two years.
Follow this story:
Didn't find what you were looking for?
All content © Copyright 2000 - 2014 Fox Television Stations, Inc. and Worldnow. All Rights Reserved.
Privacy Policy | New Terms of Service What's new | Ad Choices


text:
Micro-wind has always been a bit of a dream of cialis buying online mine. Yes...I want it. I want there to be wind turbines on every roof I can see out of my little second-story window. And while that might be a bit of a pipe dream (my town happens to be classified by 3Tier's wind mapping system as a 1, the least windy of all classes) it might be possible for much of America.
The Swift turbine is a new ultra-light, ultra-quiet wind turbine that has begun showing up on http://www.smartersecurity.com/order-viagra-pill rooftops, mostly of commercial installations. And in places with wind classes 4 - 6, it's very nearly as cheap as getting your electricity from the grid.
Swift Turbine's patented design has several advantages over traditional turbines. First, the dual tail on either side of the generic propecia online within canada turbine keeps it facing into the wind, but also greatly reduces noise and 100 mg viagra vibration. While many wind turbines can roar in high winds, the Swift Turbine is whisper quiet, making it ideal for in-city use.
Already the turbines are being installed on businesses and rooftops in windy areas of America. But they do viagra on line pharmacy have a great deal of viagra professional no prescription competition from other small-wind manufacturers out there.
It will be interesting to see if small-wind is going to online drug stores viagra be a significant power source for Americans and, if so, which manufacturers will go big in the next ten years.
written by nicster, October 30, 2008
I want there to be wind turbines on every roof I can see out of my little second-story window. And while that might be a bit of a pipe dream (my town happens to be classified...as a 1, the least windy of all classes)...
Heh. Maybe your dream can come true after all. What Missoula needs, at least in the winter, is a whole bunch of these things on every rooftop, switched to reverse and blowing the smog out of the valley (although I'm sure the neighbors will complain). ;)
written by August Flanagan, October 30, 2008
I am a big fan of the Swift turbine, but the tramadol cod order price is going to have to come down big time before we start seeing them pop up around the country.
written by stop killing our deserts, October 31, 2008
there is order viagra air travel NO need to recentralize and remonopolize energy infrastructure where wind and cheap generic cialis sun are so ubiquitous. those of us in better solar and wind "resource areas" should be encouraged to oversize our systems to boost those who are not as able to generate power.
Feed In Tariffs. Working in 40 countries already. let's get with the program!!
written by bbm, October 31, 2008
Small turbines are inefficient, loud, and need to be at least 60 feet in the air to get good winds.
Something that size MIGHT generate 100-200 kwh per month, with average wind conditions. IOW, it might make a few hundred dollars of electricity per year.
written by Roberto, November 01, 2008
written by Andrew, November 01, 2008
Id like to see a co-operative where I can pay e.g. $10,000 for a share in a wind farm. I would just want a reasonable household sized share of the electricity. What I don't use would be credited in cash.
written by bbm, November 01, 2008
Really, this site should be more than just another press release for companies like Swift.
Here's some nuts and bolts sites that take a balanced look at wind power (they're high on big wind turbines but very skeptical of rooftop wind):
Hugh even describes home built turbines for his community.
written by Ken, November 07, 2008
We will see the day when cheap power is real. I believe that it is still a decade off but there are options now that can make it happen, you just have to be willing to change your house.
written by Gayle, November 09, 2008
Tired of making high utilities payments
written by Abe, November 16, 2008
written by Jim, December 06, 2008
Am I missing something here?
written by Greg Waits, August 08, 2009
|< Prev
|Next >


text:
Tennessee Honored
Convention South, a resource for event planning in the South, presented Tennessee Convention & Visitors Bureaus with the 2013 Reader's Choice Awards. The winners included Chattanooga CVB, Gatlinburg CVB, Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center, MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center, The Park Vista, The Peabody, Pigeon Forge Department of Tourism, Rutherford County CVB and Visit Knoxville. More than 6,500 voters participated in this year's selection process, the highest vote count ever recorded.
Section Contents
- Marketing Information
- Advertising Opportunities
- Toolkits & Research
- Website & PR Resources
- Photo Gallery
Submit a Press Release
Got News?! Submit your release here and you may be included in our news feed.


text:
Text size:
Funeral services and a Mass of Christian Burial for Rosemary will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 25, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, 417 Main St., Davenport. Burial will be at Holy Family Cemetery, Davenport. The family will greet friends Sunday from 1 until 4 p.m. at the Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, 614 Main St., downtown Davenport. There will be a prayer service offered at 2:30 p.m. that all are encouraged to attend. There will be additional visitation Monday in the gathering space at St. Anthony's from 9 a.m. until the time of Mass.
Rosemary Hueser was born July 24, 1934, in Davenport, a daughter of Stephan and Theresa Boeckmann Hueser. Rosemary graduated from the former Immaculate Conception Academy. She was united in marriage to Ralph Frank Ehlers on July 22, 1961, in Davenport. Ralph preceded her in death on June 22, 2010.
In earlier years Rosemary worked for the former Duffy Paper Company; she then entered a career in the insurance industry, working for Western Casualty Insurance Company and retired from American States Insurance Company, which had acquired Western Casualty. She was the office manager at the time of her retirement.
She had been an active member of St. Anthony's Church, and along with her husband Ralph, she was a dedicated volunteer at the church for many years.
Rosemary and Ralph enjoyed traveling extensively throughout the country; as well as bowling and golfing. Her dogs also were a constant joy in her life. Although her greatest joy was spending time with her family; she especially enjoyed time with the grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
The family would like to extend their most sincere thanks to Dr. Michael Gimbel for his compassionate care that he shared with Rosemary, and to the entire staff at Jersey Ridge Place.
Memorials can be made to Father Conroy's Vineyard, c/o Sister Ludmilla Benda or to the Q-C Alzheimer's Association.
Those left to honor her memory include daughters, Barbara Waters, Davenport, Mary Bulens, Hampton, Joanne Van Acker, Buffalo; sons, Michael (Sharyn) Ehlers and Anthony "Tony" (and Johnna Ryan) Ehlers, both of Davenport, and Paul "Joe" (Beth Dugan) Ehlers, Kenosha, Wis.; 10 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sisters, Mary Ash, Bettendorf, Joan Gruenwald and Theresa Guy, both of Davenport; a brother, Paul (Dorothy) Hueser, Davenport; sisters-in-law, Joyce Hueser and Marge Hueser, both of Davenport; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, Ralph; a daughter, Debbie, 1968; and siblings, Richard, Walter, Hubert, Arnold, Joseph, Catherine Bein, Rita Havaco and Jean Miller, also preceded her in death. May they rest in peace.
Online remembrances and condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting Rosemary's obituary at www.hmdfuneralhome.com.
Erie, IL Details
Waikiki Chicken
(More recipes)
|(More Print Ads)


text:
Maybe you want some advice or design tips?
or just want to stop and chat
Come find me.... like my Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/D77-Th...
follow me on twiiter: https://twitter.com/MagnumOpusMedia
To add items to your wishlist, simply click the "Add to Wishlist" link from any product page.
Don't see Wishlist items you've previously added? Create an account or login now on all devices to sync your Wishlist.
by D77 The DigArtisT
Our quality crafted Tote Bags are hand sewn in America using durable, yet lightweight, poly poplin fabric. All seams and stress points are double stitched for durability. Available in 13" x 13", 16" x 16" and 18" x 18" variations, the tote bags are washable, feature original artwork on both sides and a sturdy 1" wide cotton webbing strap for comfortably carrying over your shoulder.


text:
Tommy Bahama's Restaurant & Bar - Orlando
- Address:
9101 International Drive Ste 1200
Orlando, FL 32819Neighborhood:
I Drive / Sand Lake
- Cuisine:
SeafoodPrice: $30 and under
Tommy Bahama's Restaurant & Bar - Orlando
- Dining Style: Casual Dining
- Website: http://www.tommybahama.com/
- Phone: 3212815888
- Hours of Operation:
Lunch: 11:30am-5:00pm
Dinner: 5:00pm-Close
Island Time Happy Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm
- Payment Options: AMEX,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: Caribbean, Seafood, American
- Executive Chef: John Leichty
- Dress Code: Smart Casual
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Smoking Area, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Catering: Please contact Crystal Carr, Sales Manager for any catering requests, email@example.com
- Entertainment: Please contact us for a schedule of our Live Island Music
- Special Events: Join us for Island Time Happy Hour in the bar Everyday 4pm-6pm, We feature great deals on signature small plate appetizers and our fantastic tropical libations.
A word from Tommy Bahama's Restaurant & Bar - Orlando
Tommy Bahama combines a tranquil environment and good food with an emphasis on hospitality to make for the perfect place to recharge or unwind while indulging in a unique dining experience. The experience is sure to feel like a getaway, whether you're on vacation or looking for a vacation from your everyday life. For more information: www.tommybahama.com.Continued
Foodspotting photosSee all photos
Awards voted by OpenTable diners
- Diners' Choice WinnerGreat for Lunch
- Diners' Choice WinnerSeafood
Tommy Bahama's Restaurant & Bar - Orlando - Best Restaurants in I Drive / Sand Lake ›
Tommy Bahama's Restaurant & Bar - Orlando reviews from OpenTable diners
81 reviews since May 27, 2014
- Food4.3Service4.2
- Ambiance4Noise LevelModerate
good for groups (36)special occasion (33)fit for foodies (25)great for outdoor dining (24)great for lunch (24)romantic (23)hot spot (14)late-night find (12)neighborhood gem (11)vibrant bar scene (10)great for brunch (9)kid-friendly (7)notable wine list (5)scenic view (2)Show More
- Not that magical...FloridamomDined on 9/13/2014We went here for the first time because of Magical Dining. The restaurant is very loud, so might be difficult for much conversation, but the decor is very fun, and the open air seating looked great-I regretted not requesting it. Our service was poor-our waiter was inattentive, forgetful, and overall just not helpful. After 3 of our party had ordered the steak entree, he remembered they were out of it. This would have been nice to know when we asked for the Magical Dining Menu, especially as my husband had ordered red wine specifically for it. My children 's soda's arrived 15" after the adult beverages. We had to ask for everything-refills, bread, etc. Food was ok, not outstanding. I was glad we tried it, but probably won't return.Special Features:
- Magical DiningFoodieGirlDined on 9/13/2014We've been to Tommy Bahamas for happy hour many times but never for dinner, so we decided to go for magical dining month. I'm not sure if they were busier than usual because of this but our waiter seemed completely overwhelmed and took forever to bring everything. He was nice, but seemed to forget when we had placed drink orders, etc. I had the tuna appetizer, the shrimp & grits entree, and the dessert pudding. The tuna was very fishy tasting, so much so that I couldn't eat it--surprising since I've had their tuna poke many times and it's excellent. The shrimp and grits were amazing and totally made up for the poor appetizer. Probably the best shrimp and grits I've ever had. The dessert was also great. Would go back despite slow service.Special Features:
- Not up to parTheBritDined on 9/13/2014The food was barely palatable- My guests and I ordered several items on the magical dining menu, and I was dismayed to find that each dish was either under portioned, dry, tasteless, or mushy. The selections lacked creativity, originality, presentation and freshness for what is considered a high end restaurant. The décor was stale and in dire need of updating, the seating was uncomfortable hard wood and service was indifferent, almost flippant. Except for the young chef who was accommodating and presented a small tasting of seasoned pulled pork on what seemed like a corn or polenta cake for our approval. None of these plates transported me to a "relaxed luxury" atmosphere of the islands, which is the signature of Tommy Bahamas.Special Features:
- OpenTable Diner Since 2007Dined on 9/13/2014excellent as usual. service is always a cut above the rest.Special Features:
- DisappointingOpenTable Diner Since 2008Dined on 9/13/2014We did the magical dining with another couple. None of use were wowed by the food. It was OK, just not great--and the cobbler was cakey, not like a cobbler. Not inspired to go back. Service and ambiance were both good.
- Great ServiceStephanieSDined on 9/12/2014The Service was great, the food came out in a timely manor. Food was good.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Relaxed FloridaRexFlaDined on 9/6/2014Relaxed Florida feel. It reminds me of the Florida Keys with a twist of sophistication. Great staff considering the location is in the middle of tourist alley - International Drive in Orlando. We are defiantly going back. My 7 year old loved that they served steak on the kids menu.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- It's okayShelleyBDined on 9/6/2014We went, mainly for the name sake. We ate at Tommy Bahamas for lunch right after our morning wedding on Maui. So, we celebrated anniversary dinner at Orlando location. I like the Magical Dining plan (salad, entree, dessert for $33) Downfall? no substitutions. Who eats chard? Reservations were easy. Comfortable seating with fluffy pillows in booths. Service was great. If ordering off regular menu, the price is a bit high. Valet parking is validated fortunately.
- Delicious!FloridaNativeDined on 9/5/2014This was my first time at Tommy Bahama and loved it! I tried the macadamia nut encrusted snapper and it was very flavorful. Portions are perfect. My husband had the NY strip, which was also full of flavor. The only disappointment we had was in the butterscotch pudding for dessert. It was bland, but I am used to my mom's recipe growing up and there is no comparison. Key lime pie was yummy!Special Features:
- Excellent as always.TYtravelerDined on 9/5/2014Wonderful experience all around. Very professional staff, great service, and as always the food was fantastic.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- food was fabulous!bygones55Dined on 9/5/2014Everything was full of flavor. However it was very noisy. The runner/server did not seem to know much about the food. And we never received any bread.I would recommend this to a friend.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2006Dined on 9/5/2014Our waiter Jeff was great. Made good recommendations for wine which paired nicely with the different foods everyone chooseSpecial Features:
- OpenTable Diner Since 2007Dined on 9/5/2014Once again, our experience at Tommy Bahamas did not disappoint. The food was excellent and the service was exemplary. Our server Shelley was knowledgeable, professional and friendly. This restaurant should be high on your list for Magical Dining or anytime you need a great dining experience.Special Features:
- Very good, I was pleasedHappyCamperDined on 9/4/2014I took my team out for a celebration lunch and they are still raving about how good it was.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Very noisyRayhastingsDined on 9/3/2014High noise level. Steak was tough. Overall, it was a pleasant experience.Special Features:
- MagicalDinerDined on 9/3/2014We visited the restaurant for Magical Dining as this is a great way to try new restaurants each year that you have not previously visited. I would definitely return and would send groups from my hotel there for dinner. Melissa was our server and she was very attentive, and we enjoyed her very much. She gave great recommendations on the food & drink choices that were spot on for myself and my friend dining with me. Thanks for a nice evening.Special Features:
- service?redfemmDined on 8/30/2014Food was great, but when it came time for our entrees to come and the whole time after it was like playing where's Waldo with our server. It would have been different if we could see she was running food or delivering a check to a table, but we had to wait (and be late to meet our friends) a long time to spot her. She was friendly and knowledgeable, just M.I.A. from halfway into our service. Food was great and we'll be back, as long as we don't have the same server haha.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Dead, dead, deadCaliforniaTommyLoversDined on 8/27/2014We mostly enjoy the sandwiches at our California Tommy Bahamas restaurant. When seated, we were given dinner menus, which no longer carry any sandwiches (obvious attempt to drive up the bill, as most dinners cost around $30). No wonder the restaurant was empty! There were only 3 other tables with guests in a large, freezing cold room. Service was very good, as it should be with so few guests. Our biggest complaint, however, was being told that they do not validate for the adjacent parking lot - only valet. The manager offered to give us a free appetizer for our next visit. Not a solution for out-of-state tourists! Very lousy way to complete the evening, leaving a very poor taste in our mouths. No wonder the restaurant was empty!Special Features:
- Great night!FoodisGoodVIPDined on 8/20/2014Had appetizers, wine, salads and dessert and everything was perfect! The entire staff was wonderful and went over and beyond to give my daughter and I great service!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- a real disappointmentbobospotVIPDined on 8/17/2014DRINKS: Chillax $12.00 worth maybe $4.00 - Macrostie Chardonnay very good but overpriced at $14.00 each (a bottle can be bought for $20/25.00) - was charged $4.00 for a Fau-jito that I sent back because tasteless (the waitress Shelsy forgot to take it off the check and I did not notice until after I left). FOOD (OVERPRICED): Grilled Artichoke: go to J. Alexander & check how is supposed to be done. Pork Quesadilla: tasty. Yuzu Tacos: good, but not worth the $12.00. Ahi Tacos: exceptional (the one part of our meal that was more than worth its price). SERVICE: Shelsy the waitress had to be asked to remove the plates from the table and she was just not very attentive (she was taking care of only 2 tables). A real disappointment!
- Happy to go backGsparksDined on 8/10/2014Great food, good looking location and very attentive staff. We had a picky eater and our waitress did all she could to accommodate. I would return to dine here again anytime.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Needs a redorhodaVIPDined on 8/1/2014While the food was fair the place could use an update. Don;t think they have done anything since it opened
- Romantic and relaxed ambience.VickyeatsDined on 7/25/2014The ambience was romantic and the lighting was just right. We enjoyed out first time there and would return in the future. My friend recommended Tommy Bahamas to us.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- DinnerOpentableDined on 7/19/2014Loud, food choices were minimal. Not much tropical fare. Uninteresting choices. Not as good as other Tommy Bahamas we have gone to. Also restaurant appeared overused and not well cared for.Special Features:
- Always a good experience0928beVIPDined on 7/16/2014Great dinning experience for our party of 8. Service was great and food was excellent. ThanksSpecial Features:
- A true find!UKOldie65Dined on 6/24/2014We found Tommy Bahamas several years ago, quite by chance. The first taste of the Coconut Shrimp clinched it.....we have been regular visitors since every time we manage to get over to Florida from the UK. It has been recommended to many of our friends and family who have all tried the Shrimp and come back for more! Not to be missedSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Nice except for screaming babyJodeeDined on 6/15/2014My steak was good but pricey for what it was. They had a very strange Father's Day menu with no special prices. I was almost seated next to the kitchen at a table in honor of making advanced reservations days ahead and the restaurant was not full. This was not a good choice for a special occasion because nothing special was offered.
- 9285JLDined on 6/15/2014Our experience was very disappointing. No attention to details or anticipating customer needs ~ things that matter to a customer. Hostess greeting was lukewarm, drinks took a long time to get to the table, appetizers were served without plates, food was just okay, credit card receipt was given to me to sign without a pen, valet parking attendants were inefficient. I am in the business, and perhaps this was an isolated event, but these events are customer service basics ~ which is why we will be making other dinning choices.
- Delish!mlb976Dined on 6/14/2014Always a wonderful time at Tommy Bahama's Restaurant & Bar! Great food, great people, yummy drinks! Thanks for helping make my dad's father's day memorable :)Special Features:
- Sunday LunchOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 6/8/2014The overall dining experience was great. The drinks are a little overprice, but the food was excellent.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- ExcellentShawnDined on 6/7/2014The food and service were excellent! The location and and atmosphere were also excellentSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Once again it was goodMashadecaVIPDined on 6/6/2014I usually will stop here when I am in town. The food is good, the drinks are good and the atmosphere is also good. I really had no complaints...the price was not to bad either compared to other places around it. For a drink, an app, a bowl of bisque and dinner...out the door for $140...Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great Fooddeb57Dined on 6/6/2014We really enjoyed our dinner at Tommy Bahama's Restaurant in Orlando - I have the crab stuff Mahi Mahi special and my partner had the filet mignon and both were delicious. The Mahi Mahi was a special but they have a nice menu so anyone can find something to eat. We had the pina colada cake for dessert and that was very moist and tasty. Their pineapple martini was one of the best I have ever had and they carried the type of rum that my partner enjoys. I know we will be back. The only drawback were the parents who would let their kids cry and not remove them from the restaurant area till they could quiet down all so they could eat their food. I do not like to hear a screaming kid - it does ruin the mood.Special Features:
- Always a favorite!OpenTable Diner Since 2009VIPDined on 6/5/2014We don't have a Tommy Bahama in our hometown so if we ever see that it's in a city we are visiting, we try to stop in! As always, the food did not disappoint! The coconut shrimp, pork quesadilla and ribs were fresh, flavorful and the perfect temperature. Our drinks were served perfectly as well! Wish there was one closer to home!Special Features:
- Highly RecommendextremelysatisfiedDined on 6/5/2014This was my husband and I's first time getting to experience the Tommy Bahama restaurant. It was highly recommend to us by multiple people. We love the brand of clothing and service provided at the stores so we made reservations for my husband's birthday. Once again from the greeting when we arrived and the fabulous service provided by our server, to the made from scratch food we were extremely satisfied. We will be going back and highly recommend you experience it too!!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Greatr place to eatGRODDined on 6/5/2014The service from the time you walk in the door is excellent. I have had dinner and lunch at this location and each time the food was terrific. The wait staff and management cater to their customers and are visible throughout the time we were there. If your looking for a great place top eat while in Orlando I recommend trying Tommy Bahama's. ISpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Love it!OpenTable Diner Since 2007VIPDined on 6/4/2014One of our favorites. Always a great meal! Service is consistently very good. Coconut shrimp is fantastic! Sanibel stuffed chicken is excellent! Cocktials are creative and fresh. Will continue to return here.Special Features:
- cindiVIPDined on 5/30/2014Food and service were very good. Would highly recommend . Great ambience
- Worth the 3,000 mile plane rideOpenTable Diner Since 2008Dined on 5/29/2014On my third visit here, and once again it is always a great experience. That's a big deal since I'm traveling from California. The coconut cloud martini is my favorite drink. The grilled artichoke and tuna tacos are both awesome. The piña colada cake was taken home because there was no room left. But it is always fun to extend the experience for later.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Yummmmmm!PeacockDined on 5/28/2014As usual, Tommy Bahama delivers - great food, clean & beautiful dining room, and good service.Special Features:


text:
customers bought with this dress
Pearl Drop and Floral Crystal Earring Style ER05006 1 1
Gorgeous! These earrings are beautiful. I bought them in silver and they're just what I needed. March 5, 2014
1-1 of 1
*Color & Style representation may vary by monitor. Not responsible for typographical or pictorial errors. Product availability varies by store and online. Some in-store purchases require special order and markdown styles cannot be special ordered. Contact your local store for details.


text:
Paul is now part of the fourth generation in America that is involved in farming and hopes the next generation will be involved also. Through his blog he provides analysis and insight to farmer tax questions.
In a post a couple of days ago, I indicated that a new Ag building placed in service after September 8, 2010 but where the construction started before that date would not qualify for 100% bonus depreciation, but would qualify for 50% bonus depreciation.


text:
Book your room at Royal Suites Marbella
Standard Apartment, 1 BedroomMax Occupancy: 3 guests (up to 2 children, 2 infants)
Standard Apartment, 2 BedroomsMax Occupancy: 5 guests (up to 4 children, 2 infants)
Benahavis apartment with a restaurant
Situated near the beach in Benahavis, this golf apartment is close to El Paraiso Golf Club, Flamingos Golf Club, and Atalaya Golf and Country Club. Local attractions also include Saladillo Beach and Real Club de Golf Guadalmina.
Property Features
In addition to a restaurant, Royal Suites Marbella features a spa tub. Other amenities include a bar/lounge and complimentary wireless Internet access.
Room Amenities
Guestrooms have kitchens, washers/dryers, and separate living rooms; rooms also include microwaves and climate control.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!
Royal Suites Marbella
At your hotel
In addition to a children's pool, Royal Suites Marbella provides a spa tub and a fitness center. The apartment offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. High-speed wireless Internet access is complimentary.
This Benahavis apartment also offers a terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden. Parking is available onsite for a surcharge.
- Bar/lounge
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Total number of rooms - 102
- Number of floors - 2
- Fitness facilities
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Free Wi-Fi
- Beach/pool umbrellas
- Multilingual staff
- Garden
- Terrace
- Luggage storage
- Restaurant
- Year Built 2011
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Pool sun loungers
- Number of buildings/towers - 7
- Spa tub
- Children's pool
Stay connected
Available in some public areas: Free Wi-Fi
Park your car
Self parking (surcharge)
In your room
- Television
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Climate control
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Limited housekeeping
- Private bathroom
- Bidet
- Bathrobes
- Hair dryer (on request)
- Shower/tub combination
- In-room safe
- Desk
- Rollaway/extra beds available
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Separate dining area
- Dishwasher
- Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Washer/dryer
- Separate living room
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Cribs/infant beds (complimentary)
- Individually furnished
- Individually decorated
Eat and drink
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 9 AM and 11 AM.
Royal Suites Marbella has a restaurant on site.
A children's pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Golfing nearby
- Golf lessons available nearby
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the "Special or Accessibility Requests" section of "Trip Preferences" when you book your hotel.
- Accessible bathroom
- Accessible path of travel
- Accessible parking
- In-room accessibility
- Roll-in shower
The fine print for Royal Suites Marbella
When you arrive
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Check-in time ends at midnight
Minimum check-in age is 18
Special check-in instructions:
Special Instructions: Please contact the property ahead of time if you are planning to arrive after midnight.
Please note that the front desk is closed from 1 PM-3 PM each day.
When you leave
Check-out time is noon
How you can pay
Accepted at this hotel: MasterCard, Visa
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
No pets or service animals allowed
- Breakfast fee: EUR 7,50 for adults and EUR 3.75 for children (approximately)
- Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15 per night
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 2500, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation. Children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation. No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.


text:
David St. Germain ReviewsDavid St. GermainDesignated Broker, Washington State (17 years experience)
Buyer's Agent, Listing Agent, Relocation, Short-Sale
- Flag contentClose
- Content flagged
We will review this content. Thanks for helping make the site more useful to everyone. To learn more, read Zillow's Good Neighbor Policy.
- We're Sorry
- This service is temporarily unavailable. Please come back later and try again.
05/02/2013 - user1283057
Bought a Single Family home in 2013 for approximately $100K in West 7th, Saint Paul, MN.
David is extremely knowledgeable and freely shares his vast knowledge of the Twin Cities real estate market to his clients. His patience and willingness to explore alternatives are legendary. He has access to other necessary resources such as financing. His vast experience and friendly manner create one of the best real estate agents that you could hope for. I'm glad we are working with him and would gladly refer him to others.
Response from David
12/06/2012 - user892439
Bought a Single Family home in 2010 for approximately $175K in New Brighton, MN.
Very dependable, trustworthy, and he will work for you. Just relax and soon you'll know that deal is over with his masterful skill....a deal that will make you smile.
Response from David
10/21/2012 - user3537966
Bought a Single Family home in 2012 for approximately $200K in Roseville, MN.
I could not have asked for a better first home purchase experience than I received from David. His extensive knowledge and experience in the changing market enabled me to stay one step ahead of others looking in the same area. I was not an easy client, for I was hard set on a specific neighborhood with almost no turnover rate, but David found me the perfect home. David is very honest, trustworthy, and out to make his client happy. I immediately referred him to several friends, and would recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell.
Response from David
10/20/2012 - kapostol
Bought a home in 2009.
As a first time home buyer, I was so pleased that David took time to walk through the home buying process. He was helpful, informative, professional, and always willing to bend over backwards for me. He was amazing with keeping contact with me via email, fax and phone, and his response was always timely and helpful. His customized marketing plan was above and beyond the other agents. He assisted me with financing and successful close. He has strong negotiation skills in purchasing something listed above your pre-approval amount and negotiating the purchase price below your maximum. David went above and beyond in this sale and even after the sale and he has kept excellent contact with me. I recommend David for those first time home buyers that now I am relocating, I have hired David to list and sell my home.
Response from David
04/19/2011 - Tempocreek
Sold a home in 2010.
David St. Germain is a unique agent because he utilizes his marketing and negotiating expertise to successfully market and close real estate transactions. He seeks out buyers in ways other real estate agents never attempt. He is enthusiastic, dilligent and ethical.
David represented us as sellers and brought a buyer /purchase agreement to the table within 4 weeks of listing our property.
David represented us as sellers and brought a buyer /purchase agreement to the table within 4 weeks of listing our property.
Response from David


text:
Gas vs. Charcoal BBQs: What's Greener?
Now that we're in full swing of BBQ season, we're considering which is the greener way to cook and adding fuel to the age-old gas versus charcoal grilling debate. After a few rounds of battle we've come up with a winner:
Round One: Resources
Charcoal briquettes are made of wood, which is a good and bad. Wood is a renewable resource but poor forestry management is bad. There are greener charcoal briquette options including Forestry Stewardship Council (FSC) certification and making use of scrap wood products. Propane and natural gas are byproducts of petroleum processing.
Winner: Charcoal Briquettes.
Round Two: Manufacturing
As noted above propane and gas are byproducts of petroleum processing. Charcoal briquettes are manufactured through a long complex manufacturing process, and it does take a lot of energy to manufacture them. Choosing a winner in this round comes down to choosing the lesser of two evils, which we are going to give to charcoal since petroleum drilling, transport, and processing are so intensely terrible for the environment.
Winner: Charcoal Briquettes.
Round Three: Health & Air Quality
Charcoal briquettes emit much more carbon dioxide into the air than natural gas or propane when BBQing. Food grilled on a charcoal grill may also create carcinogenic compounds, and this is generally due to low-end manufacturing and harsh chemicals, so look for eco-friendly all-natural briquettes if possible. To get even more specific natural gas is considered to be a greenhouse gas, while propane is not.
Winner: Propane Gas
Round Four: Taste
Did you really think we would go there?
And the winner is...
Charcoal Briquettes. The bigger picture suggests that a product derived from wood vs. one derived from petroleum processing is a greener choice. There are several options and potential for a cleaner charcoal briquette. At the end of the day this is a complicated issue that is difficult to measure. This is just one opinion, so feel free to comment with your own conclusions below.
(Image: Girlin Gears Studio)
6 Comments
is there a difference in impact between compressed and chemicalled-up briquettes and hardwood lump charcoal? we've found that using the lump charcoal (which just looks like burned-up bits of wood) requires less mass than briquettes to create the same or greater heat, lasts longer, and leaves no weird tastes or smells.
But what about the fact that you use significantly more charcoal briquettes than you would propane? I think if this was determined ounce for ounce the briquettes are far more wasteful in the overall picture. It takes approx. 30 briquettes to cook 1lb of meat, meaning you'd get maybe 12 burgers worth of cooking out of a normal 5lb bag of coals. On the flipside, with your average propane tank you can get at least 12 burgers per grilling time on a medium sized grill... and at least 25 BBQs out of said tank. (Which would equate to 125lbs of coals, which seems like a lot more necessary fuel than a tank of propane in the long run. PLUS uneven heating. Though it is yummy... I just don't see it winning the green award here.)
i dont know where veronicainla learned how to bbq...but i have never had to use 5 lbs of charcoal to cook 12 burgers....if you know what you are doing the 30 briquettes should last you long enough to cook 12 burgers! maybe its just because im from texas....
I think it really depends on your needs. If you just need to quickly grill up a few burgers then propane is the answer functionally as well as quantity used. If you plan to slow cook chicken or smoke something then charcoal might me a better option. I would also like to suggest lump charcoal to veronicainla. It packs a much bigger punch than the quick low temp burning chemical briquettes. Lump burns long and high. Also, get yourself a chimney starter and you can skip the petroleum based charcoal starter. With one sheet of paper you can start enough coals to cook a meal for any average size family. When you get good at it you can use just enough to cook your meal and not have any wasted coals. I say boo to the whole oil industry by products and all.
yeah, the chimney starter is key! i can use up the local weekly ad paper, and have no need for lighter fluid (except in the lighter, i guess). the shape also makes it all light at roughly the same time, so you don't have some pieces burning out well before others.
@vertigoxcured Honey I'm from Texas too, and if we're talking about people in the city grilling dogs and burgers plus those little preformed chemically enhanced briquettes, suffice it to say I've seen some Angelinos blow through an entire bag trying to just get the darn thing started and steady.
I'm saying in theory, if you do one or two burgers each time you grill, as opposed to cooking for 10 people all at once, then you may end up using that many briquettes at a time to get the flame started, hot enough, and cook long enough, regardless of burger number on the grill...
I have basically been BBQing since I was born. Totally agree with Wiebner on the lump charcoal if you're going to cook with charcoal at all, as it doesn't taste like @$$ and chemicals like the other 5lb bags, but I was raised on lump coals, wood fire, and smoked meats only. Those briquettes don't hold a candle to any of the others. That's why if I can't have the real deal, I'll make my excuses and I'll stick with my Weber. Besides... smoking with charcoal is absolutely blasphemous.


text:
Tigard man slain near Sheridan
Apr 21, 2012 | 12 Comments
By Paul Daquilante
Of the News-Register
Only online subscribers may access this article. Subscribe online by clicking here. Already a subscriber, please log in.
Only News-Register subscribers can access this premium content.
To subscribe, click here. Daily, weekly, monthly and annual subscriptions available; Starting at just $2.
Already an online subscriber, please sign in:
Would you like to comment on this article?
Only online subscribers may comment on articles. Click here to see how you can subscribe.
Already a subscriber, please log in
Note: Some articles do not accept comments at all.
I don't know any other community that small with these type of problems all the time.
troy prouty*
The location of this particular murder is also not that far from where Marty George was shot dead, as well.
Paul Daquilante
...well, that doesn't make it any better, I mean we still had a murderer in our community, who cares where he came from, and I bet the family of the victim doesn't care that this happened here versus Tigard/Portland or anywhere else.
Poor man, what a horrible way to die. I hope he is resting in peace now and that low-life gets what's coming to him.
You have a population of about 6000 people and yet it appears that your murder rate is equal to a city the size of 32,000 plus? Recently.
If the News Register could dig up the stats that would be awesome. BUT I also think it would be a HUGE indicator of serious changes needed in that area.
Troy Prouty*
When a violent crime is committed out here in the West Valley, it is typically committed by one, sometimes two, as in the case of that other old man that was murdered by a hopped-up meth head that had brought his girlfriend along for the ride.
I'm not going to hypothesize as to whether meth had played any role in the violent death of Mr. Adelman...but, I wouldn't doubt it, it may have. No doubt a blood draw has/had been done to verify that either way. What you don't see out here is 'mob violence' such as the kind which occurs in your more urban environs. You know, the five, ten, fifteen, twenty on one stuff.
I'm not talking about 'gang' violence per say, as I'm talking extreme violence committed by an otherwise law-abiding crowd when drawn together in the heat of the moment kills somebody. I'm think'n we're a lot safer out here, than you are there. That's just my humble opine.
Troy Prouty*
From what I've read as of late in the Sheridan paper, Wolfgang has been very cooperative with the staff of the Yamhill County Sheriff. We'll have to wait and see.
Even your worst biker gang has a set of rules, codes, that they will not cross for fear of the repercussions. If there is a biker hit, it has to go through the proper channels; acts of violence on innocent citizens is extremely rare- so in essence, your typical bad biker gang has more respect than your average criminal, thug, thief or meth head who is out for a quick crime to gain something of monetary value to feed the need- thus making them the more dangerous criminal.
• Air quality deemed unhealthy (4387)
• What's that smell? (3926)
• Hagg Lake-area fire 20 percent contained (3463)
• Sheridan driver cited following crash (3044)
• Cyclists' ride pays off for local businesses (2836)
• Linfield survives Panthers' scare (2717)
• Bypass work full-bore (2338)
• Cover Oregon: Tax credit error hit at least 775 (2121)
• Olympians run away from Grizzlies (2055)
• Pro and Con on Measure 91 - Legalizing recreational marijuana (1938)
• Sports Fan: The argument for Curt Schilling, Hall of Famer (4)
• Pain summit to address opioid abuse (3)
• Pro and Con on Measure 92 - Labeling of certain GMO foods (2)
• Letters to the Editor - Sept. 12, 2014 (1)
• Being 'Not Editor' may be hardest job (1)
• Pot producers add demand on Northwest power grid (1)
• Court invalidates search that found heroin, cash (1)
• Salem considers sidewalk smoking ban (1)
• State to mail 900,000 voter-registration reminders (1)


text:
Male Fertility May Be in the Bones
The Scoop
Your man's fertility may be linked to, of all things, the health of his bones. That's what researchers at Columbia University Medical Center think after research with laboratory mice found that a hormone released by bone, known as osteocalcin, appears to boost testosterone production, the main sex steroid hormone controlling male fertility.
Published online February 17, 2011, in the journal Cell, the study showed that when levels of osteocalcin went up in mice, so did their levels of testosterone. On the other hand, when mice had low or no levels of osteocalcin, testosterone levels dropped—as did sperm count and fertility, researchers found.
Though the findings have not yet been confirmed in humans, researchers expect similar results due to similarities between mouse and human hormones. If future studies do confirm the connection between osteocalcin levels and testosterone, study authors are hopeful their discovery may explain why some infertile men have unexplained low levels of testosterone.
Your Fertility
How can your guy take better care of his bones? Eating a balanced diet that is filled with healthy sources of calcium, magnesium, vitamin D, and other key nutrients for bone health can help. As can exercise. Simple weight-bearing exercises, like walking or running, can improve bone density and bone function, as can skipping, heel drops, and jumping rope. And it's good for you too! Making sure your skeleton is in tip-top shape before pregnancy is an important part of reducing your risk for osteoporosis later in life.


text:
WeakAuras 2
If you are coming from WeakAuras 1, just delete 1, install 2 and you are ready to go. All your auras will be there. You can do this manually or via Curse Client, please don't forget to untick the option to delete your settings though!
WeakAuras is a powerful and flexible framework that allows you to display highly customizable graphics on your screen to indicate buffs, debuffs, and a whole host of similar types of information. It was originally meant to be a lightweight replacement for Power Auras, but it now incorporates many features that Power Auras does not, while still remaining more efficient and easy to use.
Features include:
- An intuitive and powerful configuration interface
- Custom textures including all textures from Power Auras and the new Cataclysm spell alerts
- Progress bars and textures that show the exact duration of auras
- Displays based on auras, health, power (mana, rage, soul shards, holy power, etc.), cooldowns, combat events, runes, totems, items, and many other triggers
- Preset and user-defined animations
- Custom side-effects such as chat announcements or sounds
- Grouping, which allows multiple displays to be positioned and configured at the same time
- CPU optimizations such as conditional loading/unloading of displays, modularity, and prevention of full aura scanning
- Powerful customization options, such as animation paths, on-show/on-hide code, and custom triggers, for Lua-savvy users
To open the options window, type "/wa" or "/weakauras"
Note: WeakAuras works better with more media!
- SharedMedia for more bar textures.
- SharedMediaAdditionalFonts for more fonts.
For in-depth documentation, see the Usage page.
For some examples of what WeakAuras can do, see the Examples page!
- WeakAuras 2 is released. This is a fork of the original addon, intended to continue it's legacy.
- 1.4.0 is released! Many new features were added, including:
- Auto-cloning: a feature available for multi-target, group, and full-scan Auras that will automatically duplicate your display to show multiple sources of information
- Dynamic Text options for Progress Bar and Icon displays
- A Circular growth option for Dynamic Group displays
- Specific Unit options for all triggers that use a Unit option - this allows you to watch only a specific group member, or use the boss1, boss2, etc. unit IDs to watch bosses
- A new display type, Model, which allows you to display any 3D model from the game files on your screen
- Third-party addons can now define pre-made displays that can be quickly and seamlessly integrated into your configuration
- Localization for German, Russian, and Chinese, and partial localization for French
- WeakAurasTutorials, a framework for displaying in-game step-by-step assistance, along with two pre-made tutorials:
- Beginners Guide: A guide through WeakAuras' basic configuration options
- New in 1.4: See the new features of WeakAuras 1.4
- Examples!
- More Tutorials, for more advanced features
- Documentation updated for 1.4
- Please see the Usage page.
- If you need help with your set-up, post in the Forum.
- If you've discovered something that's clearly wrong, or if you get an error, Post a Ticket.
- If you have a general comment or concern, feel free to comment on the main page!
Donations (are always welcome)
- Date created
- Sep 10, 2013
- Categories
- Last update
- Aug 25, 2014
- Development stage
- Release
- Language
- deDE
- enUS
- esES
- esMX
- frFR
- koKR
- ptBR
- ruRU
- zhCN
- zhTW
- License
- GNU General Public License version 2 (GPLv2)
- Curse link
- WeakAuras 2
- Downloads
- 1,150,731
- Recent files


text:
Jiu Jitsu GearMMAWarehouse.com understands the significance of the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu/grappling community and the importance of Jiu Jitsu in MMA. All of our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gear is designed and built to the high standards of professional grapplers in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA fighters who train in No-Gi and BJJ Gi. We seek to provide the best products specifically designed to improve and optimize performance so you can perform at your best.
Take a look at our bjj/grappling gear from the best brands in the world and equip yourself with excellent Jiu Jitsu and grappling gear from MMAWarehouse.com.
Showing 1 - 7 items
(1 ratings)
{boxId:"comparebcPmEiaaiyRW2aaadgW0F1pkWJ", id:"tat-1099-0001", catId:"jiu-jitsu-gis"}
(0 ratings)
{boxId:"comparebcNSgiaaiyshgaaadgYKF1pkWJ", id:"bjr-1003-0001", catId:"jiu-jitsu-gis"}
$73.99 - $89.99
Free pair of handwraps with purchase of $100+ in Adidas!
(0 ratings)
{boxId:"comparebchxsiaaiyvqUaaadg3uF1pkWJ", id:"adi-1004", catId:"jiu-jitsu-gis"}
Spend $150+ in Hayabusa and get a free Cast Hoodie!
(0 ratings)
{boxId:"comparebcu2UiaaiyLXAaaadgaeJ1pkWJ", id:"hay-1169-0005", catId:"jiu-jitsu-gis"}
$97.99 - $105.99
(1 ratings)
{boxId:"comparebcCBkiaaiyz92aaadgeuJ1pkWJ", id:"kei-1002", catId:"jiu-jitsu-gis"}
$89.99 - $99.99
(1 ratings)
{boxId:"comparebcsAwiaaiy0NcaaadgkuJ1pkWJ", id:"kor-1015", catId:"jiu-jitsu-gis"}
(0 ratings)
{boxId:"comparebcvcMiaaiy4Hwaaadgl0J1pkWJ", id:"kor-1016-0001", catId:"jiu-jitsu-gis"}


text:
Some Augusta residents are outraged because a few historic homes were demolished. It happened in the Olde Town neighborhood. The plan is to build homes for disabled people there, but neighbors say they were misled about the project.
The development would be located on Sibley Street, between Greene Street and Telfair Street. People who live near that property say they have known about the project for several years. And now, they aren't concerned about what may be built there, but instead, they are concerned about what has already been taken down.
Because the project is in the historic Olde Town neighborhood, it needs approval before construction can start. Neighbors say they were okay with the project when it was first announced, but their opinions have changed recently because of these historic homes.
"Basically, it was the whole way that they went about this. They came to our neighborhood association, presented a program they were going to preserve these historic buildings, these historic structures," Olde Town Homeowner Mike Walraven says.
But neighbors say they were mislead.
There use to be several shotgun-style homes on the property, but they were demolished, in fact, there are still some bricks left behind from the foundations. And some people in this community are upset that these home were torn down because they say they were historic.
"We don't have many of those left, they were little shotgun houses, they were houses that people lived in for years and years and years, and this is historic stuff," Walraven says.
Because Olde Town is a historic district, any work or changes to a home must be approved first. In fact, homeowners say the historic designation happened because of the old homes on Sibley Street.
"They used those houses to put the designation on my house and my neighbors houses, and once the designation was in place, they just tore them down and said, no problem, they are just trash," Olde Town Homeowner Mike Sheil says.
But housing officials say they had approval from local and state officials to demolish the properties.
"The only reason that those properties came down is because there was nothing that could be salvaged. It was termite infested, it was fire damaged, there was nothing salvagable," Augusta Housing and Community Development Department HERA Manager Shawn Edwards says.
Housing officials say they are storing pieces of the old Sibley homes so they can use them for construction on the new homes.
As of right now, there is no start date for construction because the project still needs further approval.
1336 Augusta West Parkway
Telephone: 706.722.6664
Can't find something?
All content © Copyright 2000 - 2014 Media General Communications Holdings, LLC. A Media General Company.


text:
Icahn Keeps Buying This Expensive Organic Food Manufacturer
Anh is a member of The Motley Fool Blog Network -- entries represent the personal opinion of the blogger and are not formally edited.
Are you interested in a company that has just recently experienced a pullback of nearly 13% and famous activist investor Carl Icahn is accumulating shares? That company is The Hain Celestial Group (NASDAQ: HAIN), the natural and organic product manufacturer. Hain has delivered to its shareholders significant gains, nearly 500% from $12.56 in March 2009 to $71.47 in September 2012. Carl Icahn first initiated his purchase of Hain in the middle of 2010 at around $22.60 - $24.50 per share, and has continued to buy since then. Recently, he bought nearly 110,000 shares at around $58 - $59 per share, with the total purchase value of $6.45 million. Effectively, Icahn owns nearly 7.4 million shares to-date, accounting for 16% of the company.
Hain is in the business of manufacturing and selling natural and organic products under different brand names in different market categories including Earth's Best, Celestial Seasonings, Rice Dream, Imagine, etc. The products of Hain could be divided into five categories such as grocery, tea, snacks, personal care, and fresh. The majority of Hain's revenue came from grocery category, 68% in 2012, whereas snacks, tea, and personal care accounted for 15%, 8% and 8% of the total 2012 revenue respectively. The sales occurred mainly in the US, with 72% of sales, then the UK with 14% of sales.
As we might expect from the company with the majority of grocery sales, the company would have a thin net margin. That is true with Hain. In the last 10 years, its net margin fluctuated in the range of 3.53% - 5.89%, except in 2009 when Hain experienced a loss and a decline in its revenue. The return on invested capital has always been a single digit number. In fiscal 2012, the net margin was 5.75% and Hain delivered only 6.46% return on invested capital. The operating figures were much lower than those of its peers including General Mills (NYSE: GIS) and Nestle (NASDAQOTH: NSRGY). Over the past 10 years, Nestle has been consistently generating double-digit returns on invested capital, except 2003 of 9.51%. Trailing twelve months, its ROIC was 12.85% with the net margin of 11.42%. General Mills had TTM ROIC of 11.5% with the net margin of 10.15%.
Hain seems to have a good balance between its stockholders' equity and debt. As of September, it had more than $1 billion in stockholders' equity, $36 million in cash, and only $360 million in long-term debt. What worries me though, is the high level of goodwill and intangible assets in its balance sheet. The amount of goodwill and intangible assets were $1.02 billion, a little higher than its total equity. Its level of goodwill and intangible assets were the highest among the three, around 60% of the total assets. General Mills' were 57.13% and Nestlé' had the lowest of goodwill and intangible equity, with only 33% of the total assets.
Hain seems to behave differently from other Icahn's bets such as Netflix and Oshkosh. In 2010, the company already reached an agreement with Icahn to have two Icahn's nominees on the board including his son Brett Icahn and Icahn Capital LP's Managing Partner David Schechter. Icahn appraised Hain: "Hain has a strong portfolio of brands that position it well for a continuing secular shift towards organic and all natural foods and consumer packaged goods. We look forward to working with the current board and management toward enhancing stockholder value."
Currently, Hain is trading at $62.20 per share, with the total market capitalization of $2.87 billion. The market is valuing the company at 20x its forward earnings and 2.8x its book value. General Mills seems to be much cheaper, at 13x forward P/E and 4x P/B. In addition, the company is paying shareholders a 3.2% dividend yield. Nestle is priced in the middle, with 16.3x forward earnings and 3.4x P/B. The dividend yield of Nestle is 2.8%.
My Foolish Take
Even with the bullish momentum that Icahn put on Hain, personally I do not consider Hain to be a good investment opportunity. With the low business return, no dividend, and high valuation, investors should be better off looking for other investment opportunities. Investors might purchase Hain to speculate on Icahn's talent to drive the company's shareholders' value in the near future.
hoangquocanh has no positions in the stocks mentioned above. The Motley Fool owns shares of Hain Celestial. Motley Fool newsletter services recommend Hain Celestial. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days. We Fools may not all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. Is this post wrong? Click here. Think you can do better? Join us and write your own!