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Stoke City manager Mark Hughes admits that the club will miss captain Ryan Shawcross' leadership against Fulham on Saturday.
Shawcross is serving a suspension after he was sent off in last weekend's 1-0 defeat at home to Tottenham, having received two yellow cards.
With centre-back partner Robert Huth having missed a large chunk of the season with a knee injury, Shawcross has stepped up with a series of fine performances in the German's absence.
And Hughes is disappointed that the 26-year-old will have to sit out the Britannia Stadium encounter.
"Having lost Robert Huth early in the season, Ryan has had to show a great level of leadership," he said.
"Maybe in a strange way losing Rob has helped Ryan to grow as a captain. Losing Rob was a big blow to us all and we've really missed him on occasions but Ryan and Marc (Wilson) have played well to fill that hole.
"We will miss Ryan tomorrow too, because he is a real leader and it would have been nice to have seen him play in every minute of every game. Unfortunately that wasn't meant to be."
Saturday will also see Matthew Etherington say his farewell to the home supporters, with the winger set to depart the club at the end of the campaign after five years.
And Hughes is hopeful of giving the 32-year-old the chance of some playing time, adding: "I'm conscious of the fact that Matty Etherington has played a huge part in the recent success at the club.
"Of course, it would be fitting to give him the send-off he deserves in front of the supporters. He hasn't been training a lot recently, but we will try and get him involved in some capacity though. I think he deserves that."
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Wide receiver? Corner back? Safety? Pass rusher?
What's the biggest need that you think should be addressed in the first round? I know it all depends on who's there when we pick but I don't watch much college so id like to know who some of the top prospects are at these positions and what people think is the most important positions to address with the first pick.

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Buccaneer Softball splits first two games of season
Friday, February 14, 2003ORANGEBURG, S.C. (Feb. 14, 2003) - The East Tennessee State Buccaneer softball team opened their 2003 season by splitting a doubleheader at South Carolina State. ETSU opened the afternoon with an 11-1 victory over the Lady Bulldogs, but SCSU rebounded to take a 13-5 win in game two. Buccaneer junior pitcher Jennifer Fraser (Chattanooga, Tenn.) was dominant in game one, allowing just one hit to the Lady Bulldogs. ETSU put the game away early, scoring five runs in the top of the second. ETSU freshman outfielder Janine Sprague (Hillsborough, N.C.) led the way for ETSU going 2-for-4 from the plate with two RBI. Sophomores Lindsay Lane (Erwin, Tenn.) and Mary Beth Hazelwood (Knoxville, Tenn.) also had two RBI's in game one while junior Tiffany McVay scored two runs. Fraser pitched a complete game, striking out eight while yielding just one walk and one earned run. Game two would be a different story for the as South Carolina State managed to get nine hits in the contest. The Lady Bulldogs took control of game two early taking a 3-1 lead after the first inning. ETSU would bounce back however, scoring a pair of runs in the top of the third inning to tie the contest up, 3-3. An ETSU pitching change in the fourth inning would do no good as the Lady Bulldogs went on to score five runs in the inning to expand their lead to 8-3. After padding their lead with a pair of runs in the fifth inning, the Lady Bulldogs would seal the win on an RBI single by junior second baseman Ardeana Scott to take the 13-5 victory. Freshman pitcher Donisha Johnson (1-0) would pick up the win in game two going six innings and getting three strikeouts. Fraser (1-1) picked up the loss in relief for ETSU. Lane went 2-for-3 in game two, scoring a run and driving in another. Sprague, Hazelwood and junior outfielder Rhea Holler (Peoria, Ariz.) drove in the other Buccaneer runs. East Tennessee State (1-1) will continue on the road as they face Middle Tennessee State on Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 2:00 pm in a doubleheader from Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Holy leaping legos! This cratalicious creature may, at first glance, appear to be some kind of primitive transformer, but he actually deserves a lot more respect that. For this is none other than Crate Man! As his name implies, his mysterious erectors lovingly built him and a whole clan of crate peeps out of primary-colored crates – you know, the kind used to ship milk jugs in. As large and in charge as Crate Man may seem, he's really a bit shy so not much is know about him. Read on to see the facts that we have gathered and ogle other personified crate creations.
Whether fishing on the side of the river, riding a bike (also made of crates) or doing things that are just a bit more lewd, Crate Man knows how to have fun. He pops up all over Australia, whenever his elusive makers, Sam, Jerome, Ed and Gab get bored, and he's always doing something interesting and fun.
A cursory search of the interwebs yielded something fascinating about Crate Man – his Facebook page. Apparently, his hobbies include sitting down, waving, fishing, weight lifting, and rodeo, and his favorite movies and books are The Da Vinci Code, Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings. He is also in a relationship with a person (statue?) named Lin Mu.
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I am interested in getting in contact with the milk crate man creators Sam, Jerome, Ed or Gab or whoever is creating these amazing men, I am involved in designing the look for a festival coming up and would really like the Milk Crate Man to make a guest appearance.
If anyone has any leads or specific places he has been seen, please let me know!
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So your kid is off to college and you're not one bit worried about those looming bills because you've been saving since he was in diapers.
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But if you're like the millions of befuddled parents and grandparents who are wondering just how you're going to come up with the big bucks, take heed. After all, paying for college is different today from what it was when boomers were campus-bound, says Myra Smith, executive director of financial aid services for The College Board.
Expenses have skyrocketed, and government aid is down. A four-year degree at a public university can easily cost $100,000. A private university can generate a bill twice that high.
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1. Preserve your nest egg. Don't divert future 401(k) or IRA contributions. "It's hard for parents to say to their kids, 'I'm going to pay for my own retirement before I pay for your education,'" says Mary Malgoire, a certified financial planner at The Family Firm, a fee-only personal adviser in Bethesda, Md. But with savings having taken such a hit in recent years, "we are more concerned with parents being able to retire. It's either that or you're looking at being a burden to your child later on."
Instead, think of ways to modify your lifestyle, or sell assets — artwork, a car, jewelry or something else that you may not need — so that you can contribute without undermining your future.
2. Look for scholarships. The financial aid office at your child's college can recommend scholarships that your student might be eligible for. You'll probably want to do a more thorough search yourself at such websites as FinAid.org, Fastweb and the Collegeboard.
Some scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, others are based on who the student is. For instance, some go to kids of certain ethnic or religious backgrounds, some to kids whose parents are in the U.S. military, some to kids who plan to study in a particular field. There are many scholarships out there; be sure you're aware of every one for which your child might qualify.
3. Borrow. First, a few statistics. College tuition has risen faster than the rate of inflation for two decades, and today over two-thirds of students borrow to pay for higher education. The average student loan debt for college graduates is $26,000; 10 percent owe more than $54,000.
Financial planners say educational loans should only be enough to close a funding gap and no more.
But should it be parents or kids who apply? That's a personal decision only families can make. But you should talk it out in detail to devise the best strategy. And think long and hard before cosigning a loan with your child to lower the interest rate. It may seem like simple parental duty, but you could get stuck with the monthly payment on a debt that may remain on your shoulders even if you file for bankruptcy.
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Fernando Alonso has called on Ferrari to think outside the box when it comes to Formula One's regulations in 2013...
Fernando Alonso has called on Ferrari to think outside the box when it comes to Formula One's regulations in 2013.
While the likes of Red Bull are often trendsetters in terms of extracting that extra bit of pace out of their car by finding loopholes in the rules, Ferrari have been accused of lacking creativity.
Ferrari promised to be more innovative with their car design before the start of the 2012 campaign, but they were well off the pace during the early races.
They did manage to pull things back midway through the season with Alonso finishing second behind Sebastian Vettel in the Drivers' standings, but the Spaniard wants the Maranello squad to do a bit extra in future.
"There were several incidents in which the other teams were at the limit, but not us. But this has always happened and always will," he was quoted as saying in Italy's Gazzetta dello Sport.
"However, we too have to think within the confines of the rules while looking for some limits, some holes, like the other teams do in order to improve our performances."
Although he finished second, Alonso has been hailed by many as the driver of the season and the double World Champion is pleased with his efforts in 2012.
"I'm very happy with my season. It was a perfect year and will be difficult to repeat, but 2013 should be even better," he said.
"Anyway, it will be impossible to begin worse than I did last season, although Red Bull will certainly be the favourites, at least at the beginning. They finished in dominating fashion and the rules will be more or less the same. In the final races they had six-eight tenths per lap over us.
"We'll have to make up this gap in two months. It won't be easy, so there will be a lot of work to do. We'll have to work overtime in the winter but the starting point should be far better compared to last season. There's always room for improvement and things that you can develop."


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Doc's Soda Fountain
Located on historic Route 66, this was originally a pharmacy built in the 1880's. The soda fountain was added to the business in the 1950's. Stop in for an old-fashioned treat or ice-cream. Doc's is also open for lunch and dinner.
Henry's Ra66it Ranch
This quirky must-see Route 66 attraction, information center and souvenir gift shop is home to rabbits of all kinds, bunny and VW, as well as Mother Road memorabilia.
Pink Elephant Antique Mall
The Pink Elephant Antique Mall has many hidden gems. Open daily 9:30 am - 5:30 pm.
Rainmaker Campground
Approximately 25 weekend sites and 200 permanent sites on the east side of Litchfield's Lake Lou Yaeger. Site offers trail hikes, lake frontage, 30 amp RV service, city water and convenience store.
Ariston Café
The Ariston Cafe was founded by Pete Adam, a Greek immigrant, in Carlinville, Illinois in 1924. The original cafe was located on Route 4, the predecessor of Historic Route 66. In 1929, the Cafe was relocated to Litchfield, Illinois and moved into its present location on Route 66 in 1935. Since 1966, Pete's son Nick and wife, Deme, continue to offer the traditional service expected of a family-owned and operated restaurant. The cafe is believed to be one of the oldest restaurants on Route 66 and has been inducted into the Route 66 Hall of Fame and is placed on the National Registry of Historic Places.
Cozy Creek Family Farm
Family vacation farm
Shoal Creek Nature Preserve
This 260-acre site offers nature trails for visitors to explore wetlands, prairie openings, and sandstone bluffs and ledges. The preserve is home to more than 700 plants and 70 bird species, including bald eagles during the winter months.
Litchfield Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center
Designed to reflect the Route 66 era, the museum houses exhibits which focus on the roles the railroads, Route 66, businesses, agriculture, and the military have played in Litchfield's history.
The Cabins & Cottages at Shale Lake
There are four different cabins in various sizes to choose from and each one comes with a beautiful view of the lake. All the cabins have a screened in porch, a/c, full kitchen, 3/4 baths and an open floor plan.
Livingston Muffler Man
The Livingston-Staunton Muffler Man, in his spiffy orange "Harley-Davidson" shirt, is located outside the Pink Elephant antique mall. He's clearly visible from I-55 now, but looks so tiny in the middle of a field with nothing for reference. You can see him and many other "Muffler Men" along the historic route.
Soulsby's Service Station in Mount Olive
The Soulsby Service Station is a historic service station in Mount Olive, Illinois. The station is located along historic U.S. Route 66 and is the oldest usable service station on the highway in Illinois. It serves as an example of the house and canopy gas station design.
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A Buck or More
A Buck or More offers flowers, gift baskets, parcels, party favors, supplies, and services.
Indian Grove Campground
Overnight tent camping, overnight pull through spots and permanent camper sites. Call ahead -- space limited for overnight trailer sites.
Heartland Rivers Wine Trail
Taste your way along this trail made up of unique wineries located in small towns throughout Southwest Illinois. Must-stops include Piasa Winery in Grafton, featuring live music on its riverside deck.
Plainview Vineyard
Plainview Vineyard grows 16 varieties of grapes in their vineyard. During the summer, be sure to try our frozen wine drinks. All our wine grape varieties were grown, harvested, and bottled at Plainview Vineyard.
The Thrift Shop
Opened in 1990 to help raise money for the local hospital and nursing home, The Thrift Shop is filled with bargains, hard-to-find items, and new and used merchandise.
Civil War Monument at the Veterans' Memorial
This monument honors generations of soliders who sacrificed their lives for their country.
Sky View Drive In - Litchfield
The Sky View Drive-In Theatre in Litchfield opened in the Spring of 1950 and has been in operation each season since then. We are a seasonal operation and run from the first or second weekend in April until the end of September. Open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only.
Oak Leaf Country Club
Oak Leaf offers a nine-hole, par 32 course.
Bur Oaks Camp Ground
All year overnight camping facility
Forsee Vineyards
Surrounded by stately oaks, Forsee Vineyards offers estate handcrafted wine in a serene country atmosphere. Sit on the patio and listen to music or take your favorite glass and stroll the six acres of vineyards.
Beaver Dam State Park
Camping, fishing, and restaurant. Named for beavers whose dam-building formed the lake more than a century ago, the state park is not home to the industrious rodents today.
Rustic Acres Campgrounds
155 sites available April 1 - October 31, recreation building, swimming pool, lake fishing, boat rentals, tent camping, handicap access.
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Ten Talents Gallery and Gifts
Ten Talents Gallery features handmade, individual, and unique items by Illinois artists. We offer such items as jewelry, watercolors, ceramics, wood carvings, and much more.


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Solid Elm Blair Smart Top Writing Desk with Grab-and-Go Storage in Burnished Cocoa Finish. This unique 51" desk features mail slots, and utility drawers. The Grab-and-Go component storage means you will never wonder where you left your charger, mobile devices or table. Grab-and-Go component storage displays and charges them all in one convenient location. and the Smart Top extends an extra 7" to create extra work surface. The desk top features a glass panel surface. This desk features a finished back.
This collection is available for home office and home entertainment collection and comes in your choice of Weathered Vellum or Burnished Cocoa, each 12 step hand applied finishes. The collection is made from solid hand picked elm and custom designed drop forged brass pulls and base finished in a rusted steel finish. The pullout is mounted on a full extension stainless steel ball-bearing slide and drawers feature English dovetail drawer construction.
The simplicity of clean lines, matched with old world joinery creates a bold new interpretation of contemporary style. The Blair collection uses solid elm, custom designed hardware, and traditional joinery to celebrate origins of handcrafted furniture. Natural wood grain patterns in the select timbers are uniquely different, ensuring that each piece of furniture is one of a kind. Each piece is tailored to meet the demands of a modern lifestyle. The Smart Top Desk series has an ergonomically correct desk height, offering more knee space than standard desks that reduces fatigue while using a laptop, tablet or mobile device. Power wells keep work areas organized by storing bulky chargers. Extending desktops allow more work space in smaller foot prints. A Grab-and-Go storage system conveniently displays and charges mobile devices. This collection is available for home office and home entertainment collection and comes in your choice of Weathered Vellum or Burnished Cocoa.
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25 Jan 2009
|Tubbs Snowshoes Event to Benefit Breast Cancer Fight
For the past six years, the Tubbs Snowshoe Company has been holding a series of snowshoe walks and races to raise funds for the Susan G Komen for the Cure organization.
Last year, Tubb's Romp to Stomp was held in five US cities, had 3,800 participants and raised about $250,000 for the Komen foundation.
Vermont's 2009 Romp to Stomp will be held January 31 at the Stratton Nordic Center.
There will be three events: a 3K fun run, a 3K walk, and a 5K walk. Representatives from Tubbs will be on hand for free snowshoe demos. Even if you have never used snowshoes, you can participate. Snowshoeing is easy to learn and a lot of fun. It's a great way to get some exercise and enjoy the outdoors.
You can pre-register online ($30) or at the event ($35 - arrive early to do so). Checks or cash only are accepted.
Stratton is located in southern Vermont.
(c) 2009 Jeff Connor (except the Tubbs photo above)
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24 Jan 2009
|Free Snowmobiling for Military Personnel
VAST Snowmobile Photo
The Vermont Association of Snow Travelers is a huge association made up of snowmobile clubs around the state. Next Saturday, January 31, they are offering a free snowmobile ride event for military personnel (past and present) and their families.
The event will be at the field behind Kenyon's Variety Store on Route 100 between Moretown and Waitsfield Vermont.
The event starts at 10:00 am and goes to 2:00 pm. "This is a great chance to try out snowmobiling
at no cost in a safe environment."
Our inn is located about ten minutes away. We normally offer a five percent military discount but for this event we will double that to ten percent that weekend.
(c) 2009 Jeff Connor Grunberg Haus Inn
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24 Jan 2009
|Backcountry Skiing Festival at Bolton
(c) Bolton Valley Resort
Bolton Valley Resort and the Catamount Trail Association are presenting a Backcountry Ski Festival tomorrow, January 25 starting at 10:00 am.
There will be equipment reps available to answer questions. Instructors will be on hand to help new and intermediate skiers and there will be a guided tour of Bolton's well know back country terrain which is a great way to learn the territory without the worry of getting lost - it's a very large and remote area.
If you don't have backcountry ski equipment, you can rent it at the Bolton Nordic Center. It is best to call ahead and reserve it: 802-434-6876.
There is a $25 charge for festival participants which includes a Nordic trail pass, access to the clinics, tours and the vendor area.
The Catamount Trail Association maintains Vermont's Catamount cross country ski trail which runs some 300 miles the length of the state north and south.
Bolton Valley is located off Route 2 between Waterbury and Burlington.
(c) 2009 Jeff Connor Grunberg Haus Inn
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21 Jan 2009
|Forbes Says One of the Best Winter Drives Goes Past My Driveway
Forbes.com has an article called America's Best Snowy Drives with an accompanying slide show listing the top ten winter drives in the US.
Of note to us is that one is in Vermont, one is in nearby upstate New York, and they missed a great one in New Hampshire.
The Vermont drive is Route 100 from Stowe to Rochester. This is a 48 mile section of Route 100 that I am familiar with because my inn is on that road in Waterbury. You will find the entire drive enjoyable but the best part will be between Warren and Rochester where you are driving in the Green Mountain National Forest. I wrote a travel review of Route 100 on Milebymile.com that includes this section. It will have more details on what you can expect to find.
A nearby drive in upstate New York is within an easy drive of Vermont. This Lake George Loop starts and ends in Glens Falls NY at the southern end of Lake George.
One of my favorite drives in the country is in nearby New Hampshire. It takes me just 45 minutes to get over there from my north central VT location. The road is State Route 112, the Kancamagus Highway, a magnificent drive. The road runs East and West so it is best to drive it without the sun in your eyes. In other words, from east to west in the morning, and west to east in the afternoon.
(c) 2009 Jeff Connor Grunberg Haus Inn
|posted by grunhaus at 20:31 | permalink
21 Jan 2009
|Free "Try and Buy" Program at Okemo
Photo (c) Okemo
Here is a very good deal I just found on the Okemo Blog. Starting tomorrow, Thursday, January 22, and continuing through Saturday, January 24, Okemo is extending its "Try and Buy" from 60 minutes to 90 minutes.
This program starts when the lifts start. It gives you a chance to see what the conditions are like before you purchase a lift ticket.
More information about this and other lift ticket information is available on the resort's website.
(c) 2009 Jeff Connor
|posted by grunhaus at 20:05 | permalink
17 Jan 2009
|Ice Climbing Lessons
There are all manner of things to do in the winter and if you are looking for something different to try, consider ice climbing. It's basically mountain climbing on large, frozen waterfalls.
Sunrise Adventures Climbing School here in Vermont is offering an ice climbing school at the end of this month at Smuggler's Notch near Jeffersonville.
Sunrise is based at Triple Diamond Ski and Sports on Route 108 a couple of hundred yards from the Smugglers Notch Ski Resort.
There will be equipment demonstrations, classes, slide show, and some apres' climbing socializing. The classes are on Saturday January 31 and Sunday February 1. See the schedule on the Ice Bash 2009 web page (scroll down to see the class listings and prices). You can register online or use their email or phone number to get in touch with them.
(c) 2009 Jeff Connor Grunberg Haus Inn
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Hattiesburg, Miss., May 30, 2013 - William Carey University's School of Education will offer a Master of Education in Dyslexia Therapy degree beginning in Summer 2013. The inaugural cohort for this dyslexia therapy training program consists of 24 students who will begin the program with orientation on Saturday, June 1, from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the Kresge Room of Thomas Business Building. Speakers at the orientation will be State Rep.
Hattiesburg, Miss., May 29, 2013 - Students from William Carey University were formally inducted into the Mississippi Delta chapter of Kappa Mu Epsilon mathematics honor society on May 1 in the Lucile Parker Gallery on WCU's Hattiesburg campus. Established on Carey's campus in 1970, Kappa Mu Epsilon is a specialized honor society founded in 1931 to promote the interest of mathematics among undergraduate students.
Hattiesburg, Miss., May 28, 2013 - Steve Knight, athletics director and head men's basketball coach at William Carey University, was named the Southern States Athletic Conference (SSAC) Athletic Director of the Year at the annual SSAC awards banquet on May 20. The SSAC is the largest conference in NAIA and includes schools stretching from South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana.
Hattiesburg, Miss., May 23, 2013 - Albert Galeas, a 2012 graduate of William Carey University and current Spanish teacher at N.R. Burger Middle School, was recently named District New Teacher of the Year for the Hattiesburg Public School District. Galeas, who teaches 7th and 8th grade students, began teaching at N.R. Burger in August. The award was presented by Hattiesburg Public School District Superintendent James Q. Bacchus during a ceremony at Hattiesburg High School of May 1.
Hattiesburg, Miss., May 23, 2013 - William Carey University's School of Education, Health, and Physical Education will offer an Interscholastic Athletic Administration (IAA) degree beginning in Summer 2013. This is a Master of Education degree designed to meet the career aspirations of individuals desiring to pursue careers as athletic directors or in the business side of private sector sports organizations.
Hattiesburg, Miss., May 23, 2013
Hattiesburg, Miss., May 17, 2013 - Macie Foreman, a senior biology major and psychology/chemistry minor from Rayne, La., was recently named the 2013-2014 recipient of the William Carey University Student Foundation Scholarship.
Hattiesburg, Miss., May 15, 2013 - Chad Newell, president of the Area Development Partnership, will speak at William Carey University's graduate commencement ceremony on Friday, May 17, at 7 p.m. in Smith Auditorium on the Hattiesburg campus. Nearly 800 students will graduate from WCU in four ceremonies.
Hattiesburg, Miss., May 14, 2013 - William Carey University and the Tradition community announced their intent to create a Health Care Industry Zone centered around WCU's Tradition campus on Highway 67 in Harrison County during a press conference at WCU on Monday, May 13. Tradition, a 4,800-acre master planned community, is located seven minutes north of Interstate 10 at the intersection of Highway 67, 605, and Tradition Parkway.
Hattiesburg, Miss., May 10, 2013 - For the fourth consecutive year William Carey University will have a record number of graduates. Over 800 students will receive degrees at Carey in one of four graduation ceremonies for undergraduate and graduate students of the Hattiesburg and Tradition campuses May 17-18. Dr. Tommy King, president of WCU, will preside at the ceremonies.
Hattiesburg, Miss., May 10, 2013 - Sen. John Polk will speak at one of William Carey University's commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 18, at 9:30 a.m. in Smith Auditorium on the Hattiesburg campus. Nearly 800 students will graduate from WCU in four ceremonies. This ceremony is for students receiving undergraduate degrees from the school of arts and letters, school of nursing and school of natural and behavioral sciences.
Hattiesburg, Miss., May 10, 2013 - Sen. Chris McDaniel will speak at one of William Carey University's commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 18, at 1 p.m. in Smith Auditorium on the Hattiesburg campus. Nearly 800 students will graduate from WCU in four ceremonies. This ceremony will honor graduates receiving degrees from the school of business, school of education, school of missions and Biblical studies, and the school of music.
Hattiesburg, Miss., May 10, 2013 - Col. Stan Harris, assistant U.S. attorney in the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Mississippi, will serve as the guest speaker for William Carey University's Tradition campus graduation ceremony on Saturday, May 18, at 4 p.m. in Smith Auditorium on the Hattiesburg campus.


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A Rockville elementary school teacher who was arrested Feb. 21 on charges he allegedly sexually abused two of his students has been released from jail after posting bond.
Timothy Vincent Krupica, 30, of the 6900 block of Rooks Court in Frederick, posted the $100,000 bond set by the District Court commissioner's office Feb. 21.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Police's Family Crimes Division arrested Krupica on Feb. 21 for alleged sex offenses that occurred at Meadow Hall Elementary School in Rockville, where Krupica is a fifth-grade teacher.
On Feb. 20, detectives from the Family Crimes Division received information from two 11-year-old female victims who said they had been sexually abused by their teacher, later identified as Krupica, according to police.
The allegations were first brought to school officials, who immediately notified Montgomery County Police and Child Protective Services, said schools spokesman Dana Tofig.
Police investigation revealed that on several occasions between September 2012 and February, Krupica allegedly inappropriately touched both victims and forced or attempted to force both victims to inappropriately touch him, according to police. The offenses allegedly occurred at the school in the classroom during school hours, according to Janelle Smith, a Montgomery County Police spokeswoman.
"Right now, they don't believe there are any other victims, but if anyone else believes they are a victim, they can contact detectives," Smith said.
Krupica was also a co-instructor at the Bullis School in Potomac's Wilderness and Adventure Camp for the past two summers, according to Susie Zimmermann, director of communications for the school.
Krupica faces two counts of sexual abuse of a minor and several additional sexual offense charges.
Krupica has been placed on administrative leave and the school system is conducting its own investigation, Tofig said.
Krupica was first hired by the school system in August 2009 and has only taught at Meadow Hall Elementary.
Staff Writer Jen Bondeson contributed to this report.


text: Hours Korman Center Help Desk Hours are extended the week prior to exam week, and are shortened during term breaks. University holidays are observed. Special hours are provided on the Korman Center Calendar. Monday - Thursday 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM Friday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM (5:00 PM during Summer Term) Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed during Summer Term) Sunday 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM Instructional Technology Center Monday -Friday 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM* Saturday & Sunday Closed *The ITC is staffed until 6:00 PM but is available to faculty until the Korman Center closes; the Help Desk staff can provide access if it is locked. New College Building Help Desk Monday -Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday & Sunday Closed


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Did you have an embarrassing yearbook photo? Maybe you had a ridiculous hairstyle or you still had some adolescent gawkiness left in you. The good new is that those days are past you. The bad news: Those photos live on forever at the Davenport Public Library. The Richardson-Sloane Special Collections Center, located in the basement of the Main Street Library, has high school yearbooks dating back to the 1910′s. Old high school yearbooks are not only a great way to reminisce, but they can also be useful in identifying people in old snapshots you may have and can be used for genealogical research. For more information on Davenport Public Library's yearbook holdings, you can call the Richardson-Sloane Special Collections Center at 563-326-7902.
If you're still down about your crummy yearbook photo, visit the websites below to see how dorky celebrities looked in their yearbook photos (the photo at the top of the page is of a young Ryan Seacrest.)
And, this should make you feel better……….. this is George Clooney: