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Interpretive Handbook
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D-Dimer, Plasma
Clinical Information Discusses physiology, pathophysiology, and general clinical aspects, as they relate to a laboratory test
Thrombin, the terminal enzyme of the plasma procoagulant cascade, cleaves fibrinopeptides A and B from fibrinogen, generating fibrin monomer. Fibrin monomer contains D domains on each end of the molecule and a central E domain. Most of the fibrin monomers polymerize to form insoluble fibrin, or the fibrin clot, by repetitive end-to-end alignment of the D domains of 2 adjacent molecules in lateral contact with the E domain of a third molecule. The fibrin clot is subsequently stabilized by thrombin-activated factor XIII, which covalently cross-links fibrin monomers by transamidation, including dimerization of the D domains of adjacently polymerized fibrin monomers.
The fibrin clot promotes activation of fibrinolysis by catalyzing the activation of plasminogen (by plasminogen activators) to form plasmin enzyme. Plasmin proteolytically degrades cross-linked fibrin, ultimately producing soluble fibrin degradation products of various sizes that include cross-linked fragments containing neoantigenic D-dimer (DD) epitopes. Plasmin also degrades fibrinogen to form fragments X, Y, D, and E. D-dimer immunoassays use monoclonal antibodies to DD neoantigen and mainly detect cross-linked fibrin degradation products, whereas the fibrino(geno)lytic degradation products X, Y, D, and E and their polymers may be derived from fibrinogen or fibrin. Therefore, the blood content of D-dimer indirectly reflects the generation of thrombin and plasmin, roughly indicating the turnover or activation state of the coupled blood procoagulant and fibrinolytic mechanisms.
Useful For Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Diagnosis of intravascular coagulation and fibrinolysis, also known as disseminated intravascular coagulation, especially when combined with clinical information and other laboratory test data (eg, platelet count, assays of clottable fibrinogen and soluble fibrin monomer complex, and clotting time assays-prothrombin time and activated partial thromboplastin time).(2)
Excluding the diagnosis of acute pulmonary embolism or deep vein thrombosis, particularly when results of a sensitive D-dimer assay are combined with clinical information, including pretest disease probability.(3-6)
Interpretation Provides information to assist in interpretation of the test results
D-dimer values < or =250 ng/mL D-dimer units (DDU) (< or =0.50 mcg/mL fibrinogen equivalent units: FEU) are normal. Within the reportable normal range (110-250 ng/mL DDU; 0.22-0.50 mcg/mL FEU), measured values may reflect the activation state of the procoagulant and fibrinolytic systems, but the clinical utility of such quantitation is not established.
A normal D-dimer result (< or =250 ng/mL DDU; < or =0.50 mcg/mL FEU) has a negative predictive value of approximately 95% for the exclusion of acute pulmonary embolism (PE) or deep vein thrombosis when there is low or moderate pretest PE probability.
Increased D-dimer values are abnormal but do not indicate a specific disease state. D-dimer values may be increased as a result of:
-Clinical or subclinical disseminated intravascular coagulation/intravascular coagulation and fibrinolysis
-Other conditions associated with increased activation of the procoagulant and fibrinolytic mechanisms such as recent surgery, active or recent bleeding, hematomas, trauma, or thromboembolism
-Association with pregnancy, liver disease, inflammation, malignancy or hypercoagulable (procoagulant) states
The degree of D-dimer increase does not definitely correlate with the clinical severity of associated disease states.
Cautions Discusses conditions that may cause diagnostic confusion, including improper specimen collection and handling, inappropriate test selection, and interfering substances
Lipemia can interfere with this assay, occasionally causing an under-estimation of the D-dimer level. Therefore, results from lipemic specimens should be interpreted with caution.
The presence of rheumatoid factor at a level >50 IU/mL may lead to an over-estimation of the D-dimer level.
Reference Values Describes reference intervals and additional information for interpretation of test results. May include intervals based on age and sex when appropriate. Intervals are Mayo-derived, unless otherwise designated. If an interpretive report is provided, the reference value field will state this.
< or =250 ng/mL D-Dimer Units (DDU)
< or =0.5 mcg/mL Fibrinogen Equivalent Units (FEU)
Clinical References Provides recommendations for further in-depth reading of a clinical nature
1. Feinstein DI, Marder VJ, Colman RW: Consumptive thrombohemorrhagic disorders. In Hemostasis and Thrombosis: Basic Principles and Clinical Practice. Third edition. Edited by RW Colman, J Hirsh, VJ Marder, et al. Philadelphia, PA, JB Lippincott Co., 2001, pp 1197-1234
2. Levi M, ten Cate H: Disseminated intravascular coagulation. N Engl J Med 1999 August;341(8):586-592
3. Brill-Edward P, Lee A: D-dimer testing in the diagnosis of acute venous thromboembolism. Thromb Haemost 1999 August;82(2):688-694
4. Heit JA, Minor TA, Andrews JC, et al: Determinants of plasma fibrin D-dimer sensitivity for acute pulmonary embolism as defined by pulmonary angiography. Arch Pathol Lab Med 1999 March;123(3):235-240
5. Heit JA, Meyers BJ, Plumhoff EA, et al: Operating characteristics of automated latex immunoassay tests in the diagnosis of angiographically-defined acute pulmonary embolism. Thromb Haemost 2000 June;83(6):970
6. Bates SM, Grand'Maison A, Johnston M, et al: A latex D-dimer reliably excludes venous thromboembolism. Arch Intern Med 2001 February;161(3):447-453


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Arizona Wildcats
UA moves up to No. 3 in AP Coaches Poll
UA men's basketball is off to its best start (11-0) since the 1987-88, and coaches around the country are starting to take note.
After notching three more wins in a six-day span, including two on Saturday (East Tennessee State) and Sunday (Miami) in the Diamond Head Classic in Honululu, the Wildcats moved up a spot in the weekly AP Coaches Poll from No. 5 to No. 3.
UA, who shares the No. 3 spot with Louisville, will have another tough test Tuesday, when they battle No. 18 San Diego State for the holiday tournament title. Sean Miller's squad has already beaten one ranked team this season (No. 5 Florida on December 15).
The Wildcats benefited from Syracuse's loss to Tempe on Saturday, and remain the only Pac-12 team in the top 25.
Following Tuesday's non-conference clash with the Aztecs, UA will return home to open up Pac-12 play against Utah and Colorado on January 3 and 5.

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True Drew 2015: Editor Picks
Very few people on Drew's campus haven't heard of or met Jonnie Singleton. His senior classmates will agree that since the beginning of freshman year, Singleton has been a powerhouse of energy and spirit. The epitome of a social butterfly, he makes sure to try a little bit of everything and goes into every activity with a full heart and open mind-an attitude that quickly becomes contagious amongst his peers. Singleton has been a well-loved personality throughout his college journey in the forest, and he's made many friends laugh along the way.
Few can rival the drive and spirit of Allie Megale. Known for her selfless spirit, Allie has spent the last four years studying Spanish and psychology. Megale is fiercely committed to her studies and has still found the time to ensure the success and growth of her friends and peers. Her energy is palpable. On any day of the week, her charisma and spirit—which she carries in her work as a Spanish tutor, broadening the language skills of her classmates—will encourage you to go the extra mile.
In the realm of academia, Andrew Bodo could give scholars everywhere a run for their money. He has been noted as one of the most ambitious students at Drew, majoring in both French and Classics. And it doesn't end there. While most students in the Classics department tend to choose either Latin or Ancient Greek, he sought out to study both. Across campus, he is known not only for his strength of intelligence but also his strength of spirit. As a peer mentor, Bodo takes time out of his day to help incoming students. From here on, his resume just keeps growing. Not only does he work as an academic assistant for the Classics department, but he also finds the time to work on the Drew Review. All that aside, and not surprisingly, he's an awesome person to go to for book recommendations.
Truly embodying the Drew spirit, Elizabeth Regedanz's energetic and enthusiastic disposition is one reason why she has been chosen multiple times to represent RISE and Drew to important outside visitors. The leader of Dr. Bimal Dasmahapatra's RISE research group on "Reactiviation of mutant p53 by small molecules," Regedanz is well-organized, intelligent, and always happy to help Drew in anyway that she can. She is also vice president of MIND, Majorly Interested in Neuroscience at Drew.
You'll rarely, if ever, see Seong Soo Kim without a smile on his face—but many are unaware of his prowess and work ethic in the Theological School's Master of Divinity program. Since starting at Drew, Kim has been admired for his selflessness and work ethic. However, his influence isn't just limited to Drew's campus. He is also a liturgist at Chatham United Methodist Church. He has been lauded for his generosity, giving to others while never asking for anything in return. Nowhere is this more evident than in his time in the Intensive English Language Program, where instructors were impressed with his endless willingness to lend a hand. Kim is a model for the Theological School, someone we should all take the time to learn from and appreciate.
Dylan Jones has the air of a professional. It sometimes comes as a surprise to Drewids when they discover that this well-dressed gentleman is, in fact, a student. Even though Jones looks and acts all the parts of a graduated businessman, his heart is entirely with the student body. He has learned to approach problems with diplomatic strategy, an approach that harkens to his political science major. Jones has had many opportunities to implement his passion: he was the Student Representative in Drew 2017, and served as Student Government vice president. As a polished and astute character, he sets the bar as the professional problem solver and bridge builder that every Drew student strives to be.
Dana Gill is well known for her organization of last semester's die-in: a symbolic community-wide demonstration against systematized racism. Gill's role in the die-in is indicative of her leadership and conviction to make the world a more loving place. She is no stranger to community leadership. While pursuing her Masters in Divinity, she has served as president of the Theological Student Association and has been an intern to the University Chaplain. Rising to meet the needs of her community with a sense of compassion and activism, Gill embodied something every Drew student feels: a call to action and a passion for justice.
David Aguilar is described as "consummately selfless…He loves his friends and peers. I do not know anybody so kind and willing to help others." Taking active roles in clubs, study abroad, and volunteer opportunities, he's one of the first students to offer his advice and time when needed. With all of these relationships and experiences, Aguilar is in a constant state of non-assuming reflection. Listening and understanding are his priorities, so those in need naturally seek him out when they need a supportive friend. His qualities are seemingly quiet ones, but they are perhaps the most powerful grounding for facilitating an atmosphere of love and friendship on this campus.
Becca Miller is an effective problem solver with the kindest disposition and friendliest attitude. As a CAE tutor coordinator, most of the Drew community will recognize Miller as the bright graduate student who keeps the CAE a warm and efficient place. Even as she solves student's scheduling conundrums, She never falters in being a caring and hard working Drew student who puts quality effort into her work without sacrificing moments of laughter. Indeed, Miller's optimistic attitude and supportive humour are a consistent example of how the Drew Community champions solving problems: with kind laughter and knowledgeable action.


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DES MOINES — Carroll Kuemper Catholic won the rematch with Nodaway Valley here Tuesday in the Class 2A quarterfinals, upsetting the second-seeded Wolverines 61-54, avenging a 64-60 loss in the regular season finale.
"Their mantra was, we're going to beat everybody who beat us in the regular season," Nodaway Valley head coach Darrell Burmeister said. "This was their third strike. Our mantra was, we're going to be a tough third strike. We're going to do whatever it takes to stay up at the plate, and I thought we did that pretty good. They were motivated that way."
Nodaway Valley finishes the season with a mark of 23-2, while Kuemper moves on to face third-seeded Sheldon in the semifinals at 3:45 p.m. Thursday.
The difference, Burmeister and senior point guard Brad Baudler agreed, was rebounding.
The Knights, now 18-8 overall, outrebounded Nodaway Valley 37-27, and finished the game with 16 offensive rebounds.
Burmeister said his top three keys coming into the game were rebounding, rebounding and rebounding.
On Kuemper's first possession of the second half, Cole Neary rebounded his own miss three straight times before finally putting the ball in the hoop to tie the game up at 29-29.
"We talked about how important rebounding was, and we start out that third quarter and they get three offensive rebounds that first time and I called timeout, tried to challenge them a little bit," Burmeister said. "Part of it, not trying to knock our conference or anything, but we got by without blocking out. Now it's time to start blocking out. It doesn't work like that."
Kuemper outscored Nodaway Valley 21-11 in that third quarter, scoring 12 points in the paint compared to Nodaway Valley's two.
Kuemper hit three big 3-pointers in the third quarter to help extend the lead, including two by Carter Ludwig and one by Chris Halbur.
The Wolverines had also been hampered by foul trouble in the first half, with Alex Welsch and TJ Bower each picking up three fouls in the first half.
With that foul trouble, Kuemper pounded the ball inside, especially to Sam Brincks, who shot 11-of-23 for the game with 24 points.
"That was the game plan, especially when we got Bower and Welsch with their three fouls," Kuemper head coach Tyler Edwards said. "We really wanted to bang it in. when he caught it inside, he just made plays for us today. He (Brincks) made some big shots and some big free throws down the stretch."
The Knights scored 34 points in the paint for the game.
Welsch made a big difference in the game before his foul trouble, having six blocked shots before picking up his third foul. He finished with eight for the game.
"We were in a matchup zone, so we just kind of replaced the people," Burmeister said about dealing with the foul trouble. "We had to bring our strongest guard down to the baseline, whether it's Dean Frank or Zach Plymesser. What you do is you try to bring your beef down low. Whoever is your strongest guard out there has to go down there and then you're giving up a big height advantage down there."
Kuemper took a 12-point lead at 50-38 on the first possession of the fourth quarter.
But, Nodaway Valley stormed back to cut the lead to 52-49 with 5:00 left.
The run started when Welsch took the ball near halfcourt on a press break, dribbled into the lane and soared for a thunderous dunk.
Following the dunk, Baudler tipped a pass and took it the length of the court for a layup and free throw attempt.
It spurred an 11-2 run for the Wolverines.
Increased defensive pressure and pushing the ball up the floor also helped Nodaway Valley get back into the game.
"The whole game I kind of stayed back and didn't really pressure the ball because they had so much beef down low," Baudler said. "I started pressuring the ball and got a tip on a ball, got the steal and an and-one, that just kind of spurred us on. I was like, alright, I gotta get it going. That was one of the mistakes I think I had. I should have pushed the ball a lot more in the game."
But the Wolverines were not able to get any closer than three points over the course of the final 5:00.
It marked the final game for four senior starters in Baudler, Welsch, Dean Frank and Dan Ehrsam, and the final game for five senior reserves in Matt Jensen, Chisum Downing, Jake Speer, Colton Graham and Tim Hansen.
Welsch led the way in his final game, scoring 16 points with 12 rebounds and eight blocks. Baudler and Frank each scored 11 points and Ehrsam finished with three.
"We walked through all the buildings yesterday," Burmeister said. "We'd never done that before, but we had to drive to Fontanelle west to get to the middle school and those kids were crazy. Then our middle school, those kids were great.
"Our elementary kids were looking up when we went through the lines, but they were looking up for two reasons," Burmeister continued, emotionally. "Our kids were taller than they were, but they were looking up because they're great role models, and that's one of the things we're really going to miss with these seniors. They're great role models."
KUEMPER CATHOLIC (61) — Sam Brincks 11 2-3 24, Cole Neary 5 3-4 13, Chris Halbur 3 2-2 10, Carter Ludwig 2 0-0 6, Riley Bach 2 2-2 6, Alex Drees 1 0-0 2. Totals — 24 9-11 61. 3-point goals — 4 (Ludwig 2, Halbur 2). FG shooting — 24-51 (47.1 percent). Rebounds — 37 (Halbur 10, Brincks 9, Bach 8, Neary 6). Assists — Bach 10. Turnovers — 12. Team fouls — 12. Fouled out — None.
NODAWAY VALLEY (54) — Alex Welsch 6 4-6 16, Brad Baudler 4 1-1 11, Dean Frank 4 0-0 11, TJ Bower 5 0-0 11, Dan Ehrsam 1 0-0 3, Zach Plymesser 1 0-0 2. Totals — 21 5-7 54. 3-point goals — 7 (Frank 3, Baudler 2, Ehrsam 1, Bower 1). FG shooting — 21-55 (38.2 percent). Rebounds — 27 (Welsch 12, Bower 10, Ehrsam 3). Assists — 7(Baudler 4, Frank 2). Steals — 6 (Bower 3, Frank 2). Blocked shots — 8 (Welsch 8). Turnovers — 9. Team fouls — 15. Fouled out — Bower.


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As a Junior in 2010:
Named to the All-Northeast Conference Second Team … Started in all 18 games … Tied for the team lead in goals and points … Scored seven goals and added three assists for a total of 17 points … Scored a season-high three goals in the Bobcats' season-opening win at Lehigh on Aug. 28 … Tallied a goal at Northeastern on Sep. 10 … Assisted on a goal in a win over Brown on Oct. 5 … Recorded an assist in a win at Sacred Heart on Oct. 10 … Scored a goal in a win at Robert Morris on Oct. 24 … Had an assist at Bryant on Oct. 29 … Scored two goals in a win over Siena on Oct. 31.
As a Sophomore in 2009:
Played in 18 games for the Bobcats, starting in 10 of them… Scored a goal for the Bobcats on three separate occasions, against Monmouth on 10/18/09, Yale on 10/22/09, and Saint Francis (Pa.) on 11/1/09.
As a Freshman in 2008:
Appeared in 14 games...Started in three...Led all Quinnipiac freshmen with three goals and six points...Led Quinnipiac with two game-winning goals...Was scoreless in her first eight career games before a two-goal explosion in Quinnipiac's 5-0 win against Siena on Oct. 19...She also scored the only goal in the Bobcats' next game, a 1-0 win against St. Francis (Pa.) on Oct. 24.
Before Quinnipiac:
Four-year letterwinner in field hockey and track & field at Abington (Pa.) High School...2006 and 2007 team Most Valuable Player...2007 Pennsylvania All-State Second Team...Leading goal-scorer for every season at Abington...2007 Citizen's Voice All-Star List...Three-year Elite Futures participant...Played for Keystone State Game silver medal-winning team...Three-time District and League Champions in track & field.
Daughter of Laura and Bill Notarianni...Her sister Nickie plays field hockey as Muhlenberg...Has three others sisters: Paige, Claire, Elyse and one brother: Will.


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Sports Calendar: Thursday, April 25, 2013
Kulpmont Football/Baseball Association
Meetings, first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.
Coal Runnings
Running club, meets at 5:30 p.m. each Monday at Shamokin Area's Kemp Memorial Stadium parking lot. Open to runners of all ages. More on Facebook at coalrunnings.
Special Olympic Swim Practice
Practices will run 6-8 p.m. at the Shamokin pool each Friday through the end of May. New athletes and volunteers are welcome. For more information, contact Arden Miller at 374-5369.
YMCA Golf Tournament
The Greater Susquehanna Valley YMCA is hosting the 22nd annual Truman H. Purdy Memorial Golf Tournament, Wednesday, May 8 at the Susquehanna Valley Country Club. There are morning and afternoon flights available, as well as several sponsorship opportunities. Prizes available include tickets to the AT&T National at Congressional Country Club, round of golf for four at Eagles Mere and a set of irons for the closest to the pin prize. Lunch and dinner are included in the registration fee. For more information, contact Bonnie Wassmer at 286-5636 or Adam Purdy at 286-5855.
Bus Trip Scheduled
A bus trip to see the Philadelphia Phillies play the Pittsburgh Pirates in Pittsburgh July 2 is being organized. The bus will leave Danville at 12 noon. Game time is 7 p.m. Price is $75, which includes ticket, transportation, beverages and snacks. Seats are in section 109 (can be seen on the Pirates official web site). Bus will return immediately following game. For more information call 275-5281 or 437-0224.
K of C Charity Golf Tournament
The Shamokin and Kulpmont Knights of Columbus chapters are jointly sponsoring a golf tournament to benefit the Wounded Warrior Fund and Our Lady of Lourdes scholarships. The tournament will be Saturday, May 4 at the Rolling Hills Golf Course. Cost is $60 per person and includes greens fee, refreshments on the course and dinner. Hole sponsorships are also available. For more information, contact Joe at 648-6136 or Ray at 373-1967.
Line Mountain Little Eagles
Football and cheerleading registration, Sunday, May 5, noon to 2 p.m. at Trevorton foundry.
Trevorton Co-ed Softball League
Any team, with at least two females and seven or eight males on the playing field at all times, wishing to enter the league can contact Brian Deiter at 850-0751. The season is tentatively scheduled to begin Sunday, May 19.
Mount Carmel Jets Cheerleaders
Registration, Sunday, April 28, in the old MCA gym, for 5-6 graders at 5 p.m. and 2-3-4 graders at 6 p.m. There is a $40 registration fee.
Cabrini Baseball competition
Cabrini baseball will host a free Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit and Run competition for area youths Sunday, May 5, 1 p.m., at the Cabrini field, Logan and Wabash streets, Coal Township. Boys and girls will compete separately in four age groups: 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, and 13-14 and can advance through four levels of competition including team championships at Major League ballparks and the national finals at the 2013 All-Star Game. All participants need to bring a copy of their birth certificate and have a parent or guardian fill out a registration/waiver form. For questions, contact Leo Mirolli at 570-648-0156.
Youth Football Camp
A two-day camp on Saturday, May 25 and 26 for youth players ages eight to 13 will be held at Sports Zone in Northumberland. Cost is $90 per player and includes a t-shirt. The camp will feature collegiate All-Americans and college and high school coaches. To register, contact Goaline Academy at 898-2652.
Hillside Coaches Golf Tournament
The Hillside Coaches will host a golf tournament Friday, May 17, at Knoebel's Three Ponds Golf Course. Players and sponsors are needed. For more information call Knoebels at 672-9064.
Lourdes Basketball Camp
Lourdes basketball camp will be held June 10-14, from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. daily. The camp is for boys and girls grades 1-7. Cost is $75 per camper if you register before June 1. Persons can register by contacting boys varsity coach Pete Long (644-5218) or by picking up an application at the main office.
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|Gotta Move Storytime! - Sebring
Event Type: Story Time
Age Group(s): Preschoolers
Date: 11/21/2013
Start Time: 11:00 AM
End Time: 11:30 AM
For children ages 2-5 who are accompanied by a caregiver. Join us for a variety of musical and movement activities that appeal to the "young and restless," stimulate brain development, and motivate language learning. Adults and kids, get ready to act out stories and rhymes, sing and dance, and talk and play!Library: Sebring Library
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Photographer Mario Testino Gets 'In Your Face' with Celebs, Royalty, in First American Exhibit
Among the 122 larger-than-life sized images on display at Boston's Museum of Fine Art's "In Your Face" exhibit, opening Oct. 21 and running through Feb. 23, is a black and white shot that appears to be a glimpse at the behind-the-scenes bustle at a fashion shoot. Kate Moss checks herself out in the rear view mirror of the SUV she's leaning against; in the background a male model, his back turned to the camera, is just pulling up a pair of boxer shorts. This shot was taken in 1996, and appeared in Harpers Bazaar.
Both the subject and the outlet for this portrait are familiar for the artist, Mario Testino, who is regarded as one of the world's finest photographers.
Testino, a native of Lima, Peru, made his way to London in 1976, where he attended photography school. (He still resides in London, though he doesn't spend much time there; asked where his home base is, Testino says, "British Airways." It's more than a little true, given his constant travel.)
Over the course of a career that spans three decades, Testino has become a premiere lens man for international magazines (Vogue, Vanity Fair, V) as well as ad campaigns, capturing meticulously staged portraits and candid snaps alike of the famous and beautiful the world over.
"I have always been obsessed with people who look like they are having more fun than me," Testino said in a prepared Q&A that the museum distributed to the press. "They are my muses."
That comes through in his work. Elegance, sex, class -- it's all there, but it's all served up with an irresistible sense of playfulness.
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A glance around the MFA's Ann and Graham Gund Gallery brings a cavalcade of vibrant, indelible images to the eye. A mascara-laden Josh Hartnett gazes into the lens as though it were a looking glass, applying a coat of lurid red lipstick -- a little sloppily, as it happens. The luscious scarlet pops against his pale skin, dark hair, and hazel eyes.
Madonna poses in a dark fur and hat, looking as formal and classically correct as a portrait done by a master painter; like just such a portrait, this image has a timeless and transcendent quality. Yes, it's Madonna, but this pose, this vision, would still be gorgeous were anyone else the subject.
Meghan Douglas, white feathers stuck dramatically in her flame-colored hair, gnaws a fingertip waifishly as she glances camera-ward; she's intensely appealing and yet she exudes an aura of innocence. Reese Witherspoon lurks in a roseate half-light, almost lost in the glowing, flowing, scarlet dress in which she is ensconced.
These dreams of glamour seem imported from some ethereal realm of perfect moments, a realm that only a chosen few can dip into, for mere fractions of a second, to bring back these vivid glimpses.


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Right: The original schoolhouse in Newburgh, Lancashire, was built in the 1700s as an all-boys school and would have taught all ages. The building now is used as apartments.
Photos by KYLE GRANTHAM / Courier & Press An old mill sits along the Leeds-Liverpool Canal just outside Newburgh, Lancashire, and has been converted to apartment buildings. The boats lining the canal are called "narrowboats" and were originally used as trade vessels throughout the United Kingdom. The boats are still used as houseboats by many people and were the main form of interstate commerce throughout the area. The term "legging it out," many locals say, comes from the times when narrowboat drivers would have to use their legs to push their boats through tunnels along canal routes instead of the traditional mule that normally would pull the boats down canals.
The Newburgh Post Office in Newburgh, Lancashire, also is a village store that sells bread, groceries, specialty cakes and cookies, stationery and newspapers. It also has a tearoom that serves teas, coffees and cakes.
Above: A stone atop Parbold Hill just outside of Newburgh shows the various cities that can be seen on a rare clear day from the top of the hill, 393 feet above sea level. The cities of Ormskirk (six miles away), Wigan (six miles away) and Liverpool (15 miles away) can all be seen from the top of the hill, as can the Berwyn Mountains, which are 40 miles from the hilltop.
KYLE GRANTHAM / Courier & Press A public park area used for markets in warmer weather, caroling in the holiday season and general public use, sits in the middle of Newburgh, Lancashire's town center.
Christ Church Newburgh, of the Diocese of Liverpool, was built in 1858 and had an original capacity of 256 parishioners. Originally the church served as a chapel-of-ease (a satellite place of worship for parishioners who can't reach the main church) for the Ormskirk parish church, but in 1871 became its own independent parish. Ormskirk is the closest city to Newburgh, Lancashire, and would be what Evansville is to Newburgh, Ind.
KYLE GRANTHAM / Courier & Press Morecroft house, a charity house built in 1741, sits just outside the town Center of Newburgh, Lancashire and is one of the oldest remaining buildings in town. The archway over the door is one of three in the United Kingdom and dates back to the late King George III era in 1810. The archway was recently repaired and cost 1,000 GBP per day to repair the arms that hold it up.
KYLE GRANTHAM / Courier & Press The lock system along the Leeds-Liverpool Canal is manually operated and narrowboat drivers must get out of their boats and swing gates open and closed as they attempt to navigate up and down the canal.


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PELLA — The Creston girls track team got its season started indoors here Saturday at the Central Indoor Meet.
Head coach Clay Arnold said it was a solid showing for his team's first time out this season.
"It was a really good first meet," he said. "We, of course, didn't have our full squad. Most of the older returning girls were on spring break. Part of the reason we have these indoor meets is to give the new girls and young girls an opportunity and see what they can do early."
The highlight of the meet, Arnold said, was junior Zaidy Frank's 400 meter dash.
Frank placed fourth out of 56 entries with a time of 1:04.83, marking a big improvement on her personal best.
"The shocker of the day was Zaidy's 400," Arnold said. "At the end of last year, we were in the last couple of weeks of practice and we had her running 400s in workouts, because she was having a lot of trouble having enough wind even fro the 200.
"She said, 'Coach, I'd like to run a 400.' We put her in there and she looked really good doing it," Arnold continued. "There was no one even remotely close to her from the gun to the string. She ran that 64 by herself."
Frank's emergence in the 400 meters gives Arnold another option in an already deep stable of middle distance runners when it comes to filling out his 4x400 relay.
Creston entered two 4x400 relay teams into Saturday's meet.
Arnold said he wanted to make the teams as even as possible in the hopes of having them end up in the same heat to compete against each other.
It played out just the way he hoped, and the two teams ran very even, placing 19th and 22nd overall out of 36 teams.
The team of Taylor Hudson, Madison Hance, Brittney Minson and Amber Castillo finished 19th in 4:50.32, while the team of Taylor Briley, Maddie Skarda, Nicole Haley and Jessica Beatty placed 22nd in 4:54.03.
Another highlight of the meet for Arnold came in the 55 meter dash, where out of 230 entries, only 16 qualified for the finals.
The Panthers placed two athletes in the finals, as Frank ran a 7.69 in the prelims and freshman Camryn Somers ran 7.70.
Frank finished ninth in the finals, clocking a 7.60, while Somers finished 15th in 7.93.
"We were real happy to get both those girls in there," Arnold said. "Camryn, especially, as a freshman. We knew she was fast over some distance, but we didn't know she was that quick."
Arnold said Skarda's time of 6:15.65 in the 1,500 meter run was encouraging, as was Taylor Briley's effort in each of her events.
The Panthers return to action today at the A.D. Dickinson Meet in Cedar Falls at the UNI Dome.
Central Indoor Meet results
Long jump — 19. Zaidy Frank, 13-11.50; 43. Amber Castillo, 12-06.00.
Shot put — 53. Olivia Nielsen, 26-02; 56. Emma Saylor, 26-01; 74. Becca Ross, 20-08.
55 meter dash — 9. Zaidy Frank, 7.60; 15. Camryn Somers, 7.93; 112. Sydney Suiter, 8.40; 172. Jami Sickels, 8.89; 185. Olivia Nielsen, 9.07; 218. Becca Ross, 9.92.
55 meter hurdles — 28. Amber Castillo, 9.90; 31. Brittney Minson, 10.00; 51. Madison Hance, 10.35; 104. Nicole Haley, 11.86.
4x800 relay — 11. Creston (Taylor Hudson, Madison Hance, Taylor Briley, Jessica Beatty), 11:31.26.
1,500 meter run — 33. Maddie Skarda, 6:15.65; 48. Katie Stevens, 6:56.56.
4x200 relay — 17. Creston (Zaidy Frank, Jessica Beatty, Sydney Suiter, Taylor Briley), 2:01.30; 31. Creston (Nicole Haley, Jami Sickels, Amber Castillo, Taylor Hudson), 2:06.05; 58. Creston (Brittney Minson, Olivia Nielsen, Kelsey Donner, Becca Ross), 2:21.59.
400 meter dash — 4. Zaidy Frank, 1:04.83; 21. Taylor Hudson, 1:09.93; 34. Nicole Haley, 1:14.80.
200 meter dash — 108. Sydney Suiter, 32.51; 117. Jami Sickels, 32.88; 142. Olivia Nielsen, 33.72; 182. Becca Ross, 39.23.
800 meter run — 58. Kelsey Donner, 3:15.06; 61. Katie Stevens, 3:16.36.
4x400 relay — 19. Creston (Taylor Hudson, Madison Hance, Brittney Minson, Amber Castillo), 4:50.32; 22. Creston (Taylor Briley, Maddie Skarda, Nicole Haley, Jessica Beatty), 4:54.03.


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I don't care if we lose out. If anyone should be expendable then it is Ireland who has not shown himself to be the elite GM we need.
Let Philbin quietly work rebuilding this team. If Ireland goes then find someone who knows the blueprint for franchise excellence.


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Art Institute LA launches 'Ollies Fest' - June 9 '11
The Art Institute of California – Los Angeles, an educational institution for career preparation in the visual and culinary arts, announces its inaugural animation event, the Ollies Animation Festival. The event, which is named after animation legend Ollie Johnson, will showcase work from aspiring filmmakers, industry professionals and animation legends.
The festival will also honor industry pioneer and marvel Phil Mendez for his contributions as an artist and animation filmmaker to the industry. Mendez has been writing, drawing, designing, directing and entertaining millions of people for more than 40 years in film, television, publishing and theme park design for companies like Walt Disney, CBS, NBC, MGM and Hanna-Barbera. A discussion on his success and influence on the animation industry will follow.
The Ollies Animation Festival is also thrilled to show works from seasoned professional Jorge Guttierez, creator of El Tigre.
Additionally, the festival will showcase student work from the Art Institute of Los Angeles media arts and animation program, including work from the institute's student-run production studio, Red Giant.
The festival will be held on Thursday, June 9, 2011, at 7:30 p.m. at the Geothe Institute of Los Angeles, 5750 Wilshire Blvd., #100, Los Angeles, CA 90036. The phone number is (323) 525-3388.
Supporters of first Ollies Animation Festival are Animation Magazine (http://www.animationmagazine.net), Cinema Without Borders (http://www.cinemawithoutborders.com), and Toon Boom Animation (http://www.toonboom.com)
Toon Boom Animation will award a copy of Animate Pro for the best student short film. Animation Magazine will give away a one-year subscription to the second place student film and a 20-Year book to the third place student film. Cinema Without Borders' editors will act as jury to select the winning films among the student films.
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