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The CPU governor is a piece of software in the kernel which splits up your processors speed into time-based slices and then distributes these slices to the processes running on your system. In reality things are much more complicated than that, but an in-depth knowledge of their function is not required.
The BFS, or Brain Fuck Scheduler, is an alternative to the CPU governor included by the linux kernel by default. It is currently available as a set of patches to the linux kernel, or possibly as a pre-compiled kernel for your architecture/distribution. I haven't had much luck installing the kernel packages. My first issue was with getting the proper packages installed, which took slightly longer than it should have due to a simple type that took me all day to catch. The next issue I ran into was with upgrades, it just didn't seem to work properly. I kept running into circular dependencies and version mismatches and such. The main packages giving me issues would have been 'nvidia-ck-k8′ and the VirtualBox ck-k8 kernel modules.
For the week or so that everything worked though, it was wonderful. BFS seemed to virtually eliminate lag. I was finally able to go tab-crazy in firefox, play minecraft and run a folding@home client without any noticeable lag. BFS does its job very, very well right out of the box. I felt no need to tweak anything at all.
In the end it was continued issues with the nvidia driver upgrades that caused me to go back to the stock kernel packages and thus the stock CPU governor. The difference is hardly noticeable as long as I keep the folding@home client closed and keep the number of tabs down in firefox.
I'll probably be trying out the packages again in another week or two, just to see how things are coming along. I'd really enjoy using this cpu governor as my default. You probably will too, go give it a try!
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Locally, the drunken driving crackdown will include high-visibility enforcement, the use of checkpoints, and will be supported by national paid advertising, creating a comprehensive campaign to curb drunk driving in August and through the Labor Day holiday weekend.
Far too many people across the nation get behind the wheel after consuming too much alcohol. The latest statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show that in 2012, one person was killed every 51 minutes in an alcohol-impaired driving crash.Join the Owensboro Police Department in our effort to keep the community safe this holiday.
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Two men were arrested Friday and accused of assaulting and stealing cash from a 19-year-old man a week ago.
Marc Patino, 18, of Sleepy Hollow and Christian Loja, 18, of Ossining were said to be acquaintances of the victim, whose name was not released.
Police said that around midnight Nov. 2, all three were guests at a home on Payne Street, when Patino and Loja suddenly assaulted the 19-year-old, took an undisclosed amount of cash from his wallet, and fled, according to Greenburgh police. ...


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The village may toughen its zoning regulations, go to court and join up with regulatory agencies to more effectively control two construction and demolition-debris landfills that are prompting complaints from residents.
Residents living near Newtown Fill and Burger Environmental, both on Ohio 32 in Newtown, say an increasing amount of garbage is flying through neighborhoods and an increasing amount of late-night operational noise is emanating from the landfills.
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With regard to the use of poison gas in the Syrian civil war: I find it difficult distinguishing between the use of poison gas, bombs, bullets or napalm in killing people.
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ST. LOUIS (KSDK) -- One of the two winning Powerball tickets was sold just 46 miles from Kauffman Stadium, home to the Kansas City Royals baseball team.
And those lucky numbers, 5-16-22-23-29 and 6, also happen to match up perfectly with some of the great players in Royals history:
George Brett (5), Bo Jackson (16), Dennis Leonard (22), Mark Gubicza (23), Dan Quisenberry (29), and Willie Wilson (6) for the Powerball.
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It's Got To Come Out
As I've already suggested, TRON: Legacy contains within it a host of discrete films, and positions you can take, so that at the culmination of the experience you can enjoy the film or brood in the unassailable tower of your own intellect. That may sound facetious, that you can either agree with me or be a Goddamned twat, and these are the only choices available. What's true is that there are many valid ways to approach it, and not all of them leave the film entirely unscathed. I can answer any of the questions posed by the strip very simply, but at the same time I don't want to grant a writer something they haven't earned or paper over their relatively straightforward laziness with my own incalculable power. Scott's suggestion that the club represents Flynn's playlist was pretty funny, I thought.
(Also, "It's Got To Come Out" is a lyric from John Lee Hooker's sacred Boogie Chillen. Don't tell me I never gave you nothin'.)
This is something I often discuss with Kris Straub, who I call Krasp. There are people (like, for example, Krasp) who need maximal verisimilitude in their imaginary realms. There are much referenced wars in Star Wars Canon that have to do with the length of a Super Star Destroyer or the true force numbers for the Clone Army that actually saw open conflict, and not just on the discussion page of Wookieepedia. They can't invest in something that isn't absolutely coherent, because the investment just trickles out. They need to trust it.
There was a point at which I saw myself as a kind of valiant bulwark against these predations and half truths, but the policy has changed I think the more things we make here. When I consume any kind of culture now, it's all just guts to me, guts and limbs I can reassemble for my own purpose - notions bouncing off on another in solution. That is probably a weird way to look at things, but if I were to do something in a weird way, I doubt that anyone would be terribly surprised.
There was new Precipice yesterday, and I wanted to post about it, but we've got a pretty serious problem with the backend now that our network appliance is shielding you from. You see the page more or less as you have always seen it, but just behind the curtain we are waist-deep in human heads.
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The third season of the Brown County OWI Task Force promises several surprises, and a Facebook page is committed to spoiling each one.
The task force targeting drunken drivers initially notified the public of when and where it would patrol in advance. Now, officials typically release only a range of dates. The first operation of this season, set to last five hours, is scheduled this weekend, but officers won't say where.
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This is was some old video from 2007.
It is in relation to the War Birds, this time from a more "Unique View"
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Prerequisites: Sophomore status with at least 30 credit hours (12 of those hours within the sponsoring academic department), a GPA of 2.5 or higher and recommendation from a business faculty member. Students enrolled in certificate programs are exempt from the 30 credit hour requirement. Course provides an opportunity for qualified students to connect classroom learning with practical work experience. Designed to help the student develop marketable skills and gain valuable contacts. Each student's internship process and completion includes learning objectives, job preparation instruction, a faculty/internship sponsor, and a site supervisor. Students will complete at least 100 hours of work experience during the semester and 20 classroom hours. Students must provide their own transportation to off-campus locations. This course is limited to students residing in New York State.


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RL Commercial Backpack Sprayer - Hybrid Pump
Don't settle for imitations. This commercial-grade, extremely heavy-duty backpack sprayer is very reliable and designed with user comfort in mind. It exceeds all tests under ISO-19932 standards and features high-quality Viton ® seals. Handle can be installed for right- or left-hand pumping. Large pressure chamber provides long-lasting pressure between pump strokes. Backpack sprayer includes heavy-duty brass adjustable, poly adjustable and poly flat-fan nozzles (three total nozzles). Equipped with a 20" powder-coated brass wand; heavy-duty shutoff valve with filter and 50"L reinforced hose; and a 4.23-gal., UV-resistant graduated tank. 5-1/2"-dia. tank mouth with filter allows fast, no-splash filling. Plus, padded, adjustable shoulder straps with waist belt let you work in comfort for hours. The hybrid pump features the performance of a piston combined with the security of a diaphragm. No-leak pump design siphons any material that bypasses the pump back into the tank. Ideal for spraying pesticides, fertilizers, diesel fuel and wettable powders. 15- to 150-psi working pressure. Imported.
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Paul Cummings
Veterans of the Big O hike love to share stories of past treks.
Paul Cummings of Lake Worth recalled walking on the western side of Lake Okeechobee, and seeing two bald eagles mating in the sky.
They grab together until they almost fall to the ground. Its amazing.
Gator count
Robin Siegel of Clewiston thinks the year was 2009, and that lake water levels were low.
Over nine days, we counted over 200 alligator heads, she said.
Shes also watched men kill wild boars in the brush with bows-and-arrows and tasers, and then toss the animals on a kiddie wagon for transport.
One wow moment: Seeing a double rainbow on the hikes eighth day, Siegel said. Then you know youre going to finish.
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Suzanne Niemann of Ocala shared how two years ago she was asked to honor the passing of a longtime hiker and hike volunteer whod died of cancer.
One morning I went off quietly by myself to gently sprinkle the ashes over the dike, Niemann said.
This young guy who had no idea what I was doing or the history behind it came over, and he said pixie dust?


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Find multiple listings of Vernon car dealers at the Autobytel.com website. Look for your future new or used automobile by manufacturer, value, type, or production year. Autobytel has a huge directory of Vernon car dealerships with their inventories of new and used car, truck, and SUV listings online. We can be your resource as you go through the transaction of purchasing a car. Find current prices on new and used cars, research car specs, see pictures of cars, read in-depth reviews, and get a price quote from a Vernon car dealership.
There is no reason to bounce around to multiple Vernon car dealerships anymore. With the advent of the internet; Vernon car dealers can now list their entire inventory online at numerous locations like Autobytel.com. There is an increasingly greater number of shoppers that use the web to explore all the vehicle choices available on the market today. After a consumer has narrowed down their choices of new or used cars; they will begin to search the local listings of Vernon car dealers. It will not be long till they come to an authorative car site like Autobytel.com. At our website you can get a free price quote from a number of Vernon car dealers.
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Rating: 2 / 5
I loved this pack the first two times I used it. It is so light and fits well. However, the straps are very weak. While taking in a simple breath the sternal strap broke. Latter, the waist belt broke while picking up the back and standing on the belt. yes, that was my fault, but the belt broke off with little give, it just released. Very weak. However, I still like the pack, and will still use it.
Rating: 4 / 5
I am not going to hype up the good points. The GG website does a good job of showing the features. It is light and well made. I will point out the flaws that could be better. First the compression straps and sternum straps are total junk. They are pretty much women's hair ribbens and do not stay one bit in one place for more than about 200 yards. I would much rather see loops for shock cord to adjust the compression. Next the padding that they include in the shoulder straps stops long before it goes over my shoulders. Next, the feature of having removable pads does not work well because the shoulder straps just roll up as you are putting on the pack. They need the foam to hold them flat. I have the 2011 version and it carries well and feels great. None of the bad points kill it, they should just be improved. I Really love it and could see myself buying another when I need a new one.
Rating: 5 / 5
I think the previous two reviews were honest and fair, but if I had read them before owning the GG Murmur myself, I might have been put off buying it.My experience with the Murmur has been very positive. I have mostly used it for over-nighters and with loads under 10 pounds. It feels great and has not let me down. I use a Z-rest pad cut to 6 sections for my sleeping pad, which when folded and tucked into the pad pouch to do double duty as a packframe supports the pack very well. I have also inserted the optional foam pads into the shoulder straps for extra rigidity. I did have to replace the stock waist strap with a longer one, since I am not as svelte as some hikers.Prior to this pack I used the GG Whisper quite a bit and consider the Murmur to be a great improvement, if only for the addition of the pad pouch and two side pockets for a water bottle and other gear. If you respect the limitations of this pack and carry a very light load, you should be happy with it. I know I am!
Edited by MichaelReagan on 06/08/2011 23:33:38 MDT.
Was very unsure about ordering this pack that only costs $90. The 1st 2 reviews didn't seem to convince me either. Boy am I glad I ordered it anyway. This pack is perfect for the price you pay for. I replaced the sternum strap and did some other necessary trimming to only add .5oz of weight to the pack. The new design of the mesh pad pocket acts as a vapor barrier to allow your sweat to evaporate better. In the humidity that I hike in, this is an awesome feature. I've recently read Mike Clelland's "Ultralight Backpackin' Tips" & this pack fits the bill perfectly. This pack cut off 11oz over my other pack to get me to 8lb 3 season base weight. I use a GG SitLight Sit Pad ($7) (1.6oz) as my pad support. I also line the bag with GG pack liner bag (1.50ea) (1.2oz). Using Mike's book has helped me to organize my gear and simplify and lose weight to be able to use this pack for hiking. Should be able to hold 5-6 days of food comfortably with my base. There's plenty of room in the extension collar for it. By the way, I don't use the compression straps because if you read Mike's book, you don't need them. "Easily Nixed." Sound familiar. Would likely rate this a 5 but its not been field tested yet. Will report back at a later time. Happy Trails! Oh, by the way, I do carry TP! Sorry Mike!!Copied a pm to Bryce F. (bster13)I "did" order the Blast 26, but after I did more research I went with the Murmur. Emailed Joe and changed my order to the Hexamid Twin which luckily arrived in the mail today. 16.5oz out of the wrapper!!(without stakes but with recommended ground sheet{cuben fiber also})About the Murmur, I have done a few modifications that improve the design in my opinion.I read many customer comments to get a feel for what was good and what was bad.1) replace the sternum strap, it slips and is a waste of time.( I ordered 1 from GG, found under their ETC heading and accesories). It weighs .7 oz. Sewed a piece of spare waist belt material on both shoulder pads to allow for an adjustable sternum strap. MLD has a similar sternum strap at .5oz but I included this in my order with GG, so no extra shipping!2)trim off side compression straps and store in your spare parts, they don't hold anyway. 3)I ordered 80lb polyester cord, along with minicord locks and also 1/16 shock cord with my order from Zpacks and replaced the draw string cord on the pack cover with the 80lb cord as it seemed lightest of the 2.4)don't know how to put in the correct words for it but.. took 1 of the side compression straps remains(clip and ribbon like material) and sewed(male end) on to packcover near where the bag cinches. There is a small square that they sew at the top to reinforce the seam on the pack cover, this is where I attached the male clip. Next,sewed the female end clip to the netting on the front(?) of pack where the netting ends and the material is extra thick. This way, you don't have to role the extended collar anymore, it just snaps into place with light loads and it also serves as a functional compression strap.5)since #4 worked so good, clipped velcro off the collar(not very functional anyway) and unthreaded velcro off side of bag(to be seam sealed tomorrow with my new tent!).6)attached Zpacks shoulder pouch(special order)to shoulder strap. This sounds easy but after many efforts to unthread the straps to the "shoulder pad", I had to cut the strap just to get it out of the plastic binder thingy?! It went back on with ease and with a lighter, seared the edge again so it won't come off again... gee whiz.7)I use the SitLight pad from GG 1.65oz in the provided pad sleeve.This pad will also pull duty in my winter setup as I have cut my Lg Neo Air pad down to 44" to save weight. I also put my freezer bag cozy all the way down to the bottom behind the pad to push out the pad to kinda conform to my back more, its very comfortable this way and it seems to push the pack off my shoulders a little bit more.(Aahhh!)The total weight of modification w/out pad: 8.2oz(includes shoulder strap pouch) 7.8oz without pouch. This lower weight actually beats the original pack by.1oz but with a very sturdy/adjustable sternum strap and functional extended collar closure/compression system in place, it was worth it.I haven't made any adjustments to the waist strap, will get it's test next weekend as I'm going to Mt Mitchell in NC for 20-25 mile hike for 2.5 days.My pack weight as of right now with food and water is 11lbs!!>>UNCHARTED TERRITORY FOR ME!!
Edited by rebeldawg63 on 07/18/2011 22:36:16 MDT.
I have used the old GG G5 pack for well beyond a servicable lifetime. Patching, reinforcing, and repatching...it finaly died and I replaced it with a 2012 Murmur, one of the first off the production line. The heavier Dynema fabric was everything the old spinaker was not. The straps are a bit narrower, but better built. The overall quality of the sewing was near perfect. This extended to inside seams which were double stiched WITH ribbon to prevent premature wearing. The pad pockets were well put together and "will" fit my normal, longer sitlite/thin pad...5 sections at a total thickness of just over 2-1/4".This nearly maxes out the shoulder harness but, not quite...it works.The torso strap is much improved, albeit, still lacks the virsatility of a full elastic one...my thoughts of perfection and I cannot hold that against a pack.Unlike the G5, the bottom of the shoulder harnes is sewn through both layers and the core.The detachable belt looks average. Since it will always be used, I will remove this complexity and replace it with a sewn in one. Again, personal preferance.Overall, this pack should last 3-7 years without 1/4 as much effort as I put into the old G5. A big well done.Long Term reviewI took the pack on a two week trip up the NPT. It carried well with the 23# starting weight...well over the design spec.A couple quibles:1) Front Mesh Pouch: This worked pretty well, but note that it was a bit loose. While the size is good when I placed my fuel bottle in it it sagged below the pack body. A bit awkward picking the pack up or setting it down. I had the feeling it should have been tighter.2) The mesh workes well, I guess. I would prefer the old style silnylon on the front pouch. It caught on scrub and I put two small holes in it. 3) The bottom shoulder harness and torso strap was not well thought out. A longer strap fastened at the bottom and extending up to the top dynemaX shoulder reinforcement would be better by reinforcing the shoulder harness. This would prevent the stretching of the silnylon in this area. But, I WAS overloaded with food...4) The shoulder harness slipped after a couple miles. The ribbon used for the bottom needs to be heavier to prevent the slipping. This continued throughout the trip and was NOT a product of overloading. After the first week I was withing carry-spec, but it still slipped. This did not really bother me, since I drop the pack on downhills(cooler, lower center of gravity) and lift it on uphills. Annoying on road hikes, however. (edit, March, 2013: Gossamer Gear replaced the entire pack. This has poly straps. Better because of the water repellancy, and, the increased thickness. This solved the problem of the straps slipping.)5) I used a 3 section nightlite pad as a frame that worked well. But I was within a couple inches of maxing the waist belt. Also, the wast belt was a bit narrow for 20#+ loads. After the first week it was fine.6) The sternum strap (wrapped around the shoulder strap) caused some wrinkling of the foam/shoulder strap. Better would have been to only use the mounting strap rather than the whole shoulder strap.7) I carry a SVEA 123, and where the pouch/OTT lid mounted caused some fraying of the silnylon. I place the 123 in the pouch (along with the cup and windscreen.) Easily repaired and probably a product of overloading with food, but, it did not get worse once it frayed. I believe the seam was a bit tight. Mostly minor quibles and nothing to change my opinion generally. It carried the 23# easily and I often left the pack on for rest stops. 1 resupply at Blue Mountain pushed the weight over the 15# limit again (~18#.)June 2, 2015The redesigned the pack again in 2014. I was given one to test for a few weeks.I had it out for two weeks, one for hiking and one while canoeing. This version was nearly perfect with most of the old problems solved.1) There is a real hip belt with pockets. It is adjustable for two positions. A rather novel way of changing pack sizes. It actually fit my daughter (5'0"!) However one problem with the hip belt was noted. It detaches when setting the pack down. A couple drops of super glue were used to remedy this.2) The Over The Top panel was changed out for a roll top on the extension collar. Since Gossamer Gear does not count this, this easily extends the volume for cold trips where extra clothing is needed.3) The pockets are taller! This fits the old SVEA! Since the cord locks were removed from the pack, it also removes the source of any fraying. 4) Using mesh and thin padding for the shoulder harness and hip belt. It seems someone recognized the need for a real hip belt on this pack, even at 10 pounds.5) They added a fabric panels to the large front pouch. This easily keeps it from sagging.6) However, GG also included a hydration port with no internal sleeve. They included tube keepers on the shoulder harness. They included two pole keepers as well as an ice axe keeper. For me, all this could be eliminated.7) The improved the external attachment points and compression system.8) They added a strap OVER your shoulders for overload strength. Yeah! I am always overloaded at the start of my two week jaunts, usually 21-23pounds.9) The Fabric is VERY water resistant. Always a good thing when cannoing.10) The sternum strap is clipped on, not a simple split buckle. It does NOT come off when setting the pack down like the old model did.11) The Pad Keeper is much tighter. I used a three layer pad (NightLite) in it, but I am getting a bit old. I brought my NeoAir anyway. 12) The SitLight corners now need to be rounded slightly to fit into the pad keepers. This is a nice pack compared to the first versions. Even adding weight (from about 5oz to 12.5oz) from the first Spinnaker packs, it has gone into durability. A serious SUL pack for most, with trimming extra strapping, plastic bits, etc, you can get this pack down to 11.3oz. Well less than the needed 1pound for SUL camping. I wish I could give this pack more stars.It carried really well, even overloaded. It took the trail abuse of the Adirondacks with only one small hole. It easily expands to fit my overload at the start of the trail. It even went through rain with the majority of my gear, bone dry. Only when I opened the pack, did it get some wetness inside, you can hardly fault the pack for my bad decision. This is perhaps the best of the SUL packs available.
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I would have liked to give the 2012 Murmur a 4.5 if I could have. My only criticism is that the stitching is not as well done as I would have expected. There were a few loose threads in some of the outside stitching, but that was an easy fix and I'm very happy with the pack. The design is very well thought out, I can grab my water bottle w/o having to remove the pack. I've carried 12 pounds and it was extremely comfortable at that weight, so much so that I barely noticed it was there and didn't use the hip belt nor sternum strap. It's a very light pack and the thinness of the silnylon will be an issue if you don't take care of it, but that's true of a lot of ultralight equipment. It's plenty big for my 3 season kit and 3-4 days of food. The design is truly ultralight and well executed. Highly recommended.
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Boaters may have to take a little more time, and a more circuitous route, as they traverse the Hudson around the Tappan Zee Bridge now that the U.S. Coast Guard has changed the rules for recreational boaters around the construction site.
The new regulations, issued Friday, restrict boaters during certain construction activities. The rules will be in place throughout the construction of the new crossing, which is expected to continue for the next five years.
The new regulations may be inconvenient for some, but its an important accommodation to keep everyone safe on the crowded river. While the zone is now established, the Coast Guard has yet to specify when travel will be restricted. Officials should not hesitate to enact restrictions in the name of safety.
An abundance of caution is warranted. In July, would-be bride Lindsey Stewart and intended best man Mark Lennon were killed after the speedboat in which they were riding struck a construction barge near the bridge, sending six people into the nighttime water. Boat operator Jojo John faces criminal charges police think alcohol was a factor. Although state and Coast Guard officials had said lighting on the barge met regulations, additional lighting was added to the equipment in the water after the crash.
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As recently as Tuesday, Coast Guard officials said they were not yet ready to restrict travel in the Hudson, although the agency has issued guidelines underscoring the need for caution, and has reached out to local boating clubs and marinas to spread the message. There are still no specific restrictions, but the zone is an important step.
The Coast Guard on Friday established a Regulated Navigation Area that encompasses the river 300 yards north and 200 yards south of the existing Tappan Zee Bridge. All boaters will be required to use the navigation channel in that area, reduce wake and use extreme caution when warranted.
Further restrictions could be enacted, according to a New York state Thruway Authority press release. That may be needed. As the $3.9 billion project ramps up, plans call for 20 cranes, 60 barges and two floating concrete batch plants to fill the river.
New recreational boating restrictions near the busy Tappan Zee worksite along with Gov. Andrew Cuomos signature on much-needed boating-safety legislation will go a long way to protect the people who work and play on the river.


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Boeing has announced it will shutter its production line for C-17 transports in 2015, but a plan to swap aircraft and sell refurbished planes overseas could keep the assembly line humming. (US Air Force)
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WASHINGTON — Unless Boeing can sell a few more C-17 transports to international customers or strike a novel deal with the US Air Force to swap old planes for new ones, the company will end production of the giant cargo plane in 2015 after a more than 20-year run.
Trading old C-17s for new ones akin to what the service does with its Lockheed Martin C-130Js could extend the line several years, sources and analysts said. Rather than retiring the aircraft, like the Air Force does with its older C-130s, the service could return its early C-17s to Boeing, which would refurbish them for sale on the international market.
It is unclear in the current fiscal environment as global defense spending shrinks if a trade-out concept is even tenable. Over the past two decades, Boeing has successfully extended C-17 production six years, but this time the Pentagon is facing another $52 billion cut to its upcoming budget.
The oldest Air Force C-17s, many of which reside in the Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve, were built in the early 1990s and have logged thousands of flight hours.
Boeing on Sept. 18 said it would close the C-17 final assembly plant in Long Beach, Calif., in 2015, after completing 22 aircraft for international customers.
The company will begin reducing its workforce in 2014. In all, 3,000 people at facilities in California, Arizona, Missouri and Georgia work on the C-17. When the supply chain is factored in, about 20,000 people support the C-17 program.
Of the 22 aircraft still to be built, 13 are not on firm order, said Nan Bouchard, Boeings C-17 program manager.
We expect those [13] to go to a mix of new and existing customers, she said.
Six nations in addition to the US Air Force fly the C-17: Canada, Australia, the UK, Qatar, India and United Arab Emirates. A consortium of 12 countries 10 NATO members and two partner nations also jointly operate three aircraft.
But international orders have come mostly in small quantities.
Theres a lot of interest out there, but timing of the orders just didnt line up for us, Bouchard said. Weve been protecting the production line with long-lead funding.
The C-17 is the only wide-body military transport in production in the US. Lockheed builds the smaller C-130J in Marietta, Ga., and is also upgrading the mammoth C-5 Galaxy transport.
Were kind of in uncharted territory here, because there had never been an export market for a plane of this class before the C-17, said Richard Aboulafia, an analyst with the Virginia-based Teal Group consultancy. Its a clever idea, but unlikely to be successful. Theyve managed to pull off a miracle by stretching production with international orders this far. But what can they do when the only customers they do have arent coming through in time, like Saudi Arabia? Remember, the other 13 planes are being built on spec.
The company said it would produce an additional 13 planes that have not yet been sold before shuttering the production line. Aboulafia said he believes those planes could end up with India, South Korea and Saudi Arabia. India has already purchased a previous order of C-17s; the latter two countries have been named for some time as potential buyers.
It is always possible that the existing user pool could see this as last call and tack on extra orders before the line closes. Countries such as the UAE, Kuwait and potentially Qatar could make that move, Aboulafia said. Another potential participant could be Japan, whose domestic C-2 program has developed slowly.
Whether this opens up market opportunities for the Airbus A400M, seen as the C-17s largest competitor, is unclear.
The problem with the A400M is we just dont know what the price is going to be, Aboulafia said. There will be some kind of export market, but its not clear if its the same as the C-17s. This isnt a question of price point, but politics and whether you can afford the capability at all. Consider that there havent been any new A400M sales outside the consortium that developed the plane, other than Malaysia.
What Boeing needs now is time. Time to see if the Saudis come through. Time to see what happens to Japans indigenous cargo plane program, the C-2. Time for the US to realize its throwing away a valuable industrial capability it will miss in five years.
If the Air Force swapped out its older aircraft, it could likely acquire the new ones at a deep discount from the airlifters $225 million sticker price, sources said.
The new aircraft would also include more modern features not installed on the older C-17s. The older aircraft must go through a separate overhaul process to receive these upgrades. Boeing holds an Air Force support contract and upgrades the aircraft in San Antonio. That contract runs through 2017 and has options through 2021.
The aircraft is expected to continue flying in the US and abroad for many decades to come, Bouchard said.
Boeing believes its modernization and sustainment programs will help the company retain the intellectual know-how to compete for future military transport projects in the 2020s, Bouchard said. She said the company is not planning a lobbying effort to keep the production line open.
If the Air Force traded in its older aircraft, it raises the prospect of international sales. Boeing could sell the aircraft on the international market at a lower price and more directly competing with the Airbus Military A400M.
A C-17 is powered by four Pratt & Whitney jet engines, while the A400M is powered by four Europrop turboprop engines.
While the Air Force is said to find the deal attractive, federal US budget cuts will likely prevent the service which has a host of higher acquisition priorities, namely the Boeing KC-46A tanker, the Lockheed F-35 joint strike fighter and a new long-range bomber from signing on to the plan. That means Congress would need to legislate the move, which seems unlikely in in the current budget climate.
Several members of Californias House delegation signaled that, in the sequestration era, Congress is unlikely to reverse the Air Forces decision.
House Armed Services Committee Chairman Howard Buck McKeon, R-Calif., said he has not studied the issue in any depth.
But he did sarcastically utter a telling quip when asked about the Air Force plan to end C-17 manufacturing: You mean keep all production lines open forever?
And California Democratic Rep. John Garamendi also a member of the Armed Services Committee said he supports the service's plans.
The Air Force has completed its purchases of C-17, he said during an interview.
Asked if he believes the US has enough Globemasters, Garamendi replied: Yes. Unless youve found another several billions dollars lying around some place.
Boeing in 2006 began taking measures to close the C-17 production line in 2009, but Congress added dozens of Air Force aircraft and numerous international orders were also placed.
John T. Bennett and Aaron Mehta contributed to this report.


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My friend, D, adopted a pit bull puppy about a year ago from a local shelter in western PA. Her husband was offered a wonderful job opportunity in CA for a year on very short notice, and they are trying hard to find a rental that will allow pit bulls, with little success. The situation is exacerbated by the fact that she has a special needs son and there are further complications with trying to arrange his education that also have to do with their housing.
D is very worried that she won't be able to find housing with her pit bull, and is considering trying to find him a foster home for no more than a year as she doesn't want to give him up forever. They have to move in 6 weeks.
I've passed on the normal suggestions for looking for a rental with a pit bull to her, but it looks like she is still having a hard time.
I can say what I think I would do, but I'm not in her situation, so I guess the best thing is to try to find help instead of...well, doing or saying anything else.
His name is Tryggvi, he's a little over a year old, he is solid red and fixed. He lives with a female Lab and two cats and there have never been any problems. I've met him on multiple occasions and he plays well with my male pit bull. He's a little dominant with other dogs, but Kell, who is usually cool as cucumber, put Tryggvi in his place once when Tryggvi started humping his head (and really, who wouldn't?), and Tryggvi took the correction easily. He's energetic and sweet, curious and playful, pretty typical APBT.
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Hey what are y'all's favorite courses, that you either have played or want to play. My favorite that I want to play are Pine Valley, Cypress Point, and Augusta. What do y'all think?
I would like to play St. Andrews because I believe there is is none other quite like it.
Definitely Augusta National, Pebble Beach would be my second choice.
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Hey what are y'all's favorite courses, that you either have played or want to play. My favorite that I want to play are Pine Valley, Cypress Point, and Augusta. What do y'all think?
Two of the courses you mention are very private so very few of us get that opportunity. But if you want to play a fun public course next time you are in the Pebble Beach area try Pacific Grove. It is referred to as the poor man's Peeble Beach. The back nine is a wonderful pitch and you will enjoy the view. Also the Ocean Course in Charleston, SC is an excellent test. If the wind is blowing it will more than you can handle. I have been fortunate to have played a number of courses around the word think that you would also enjoy Ballybunyon in Ireland as well. Being from South Carolina we proud of our golf tradition and of course Myrtle Beach being the number one golf destidination. If you are in Charleston and get on at Yeahmans Hall it is a wonderful tract. It was founded around 1927.
Of the Courses I've played, my favorite were, Whistling Straits, TPC Sawgrass and Quail Hollow Club.
Of course I'd love to play the 3 you mentioned.
my favorites I have played are Pebble Beach, Whistling Straits, and Arcadia Bluffs. My holy grail is Oakmont and I will be playing that in July. Cypress and Pine Valley are dreams I don't believe will happen
Do yourselves all a favour and make a trip down to New Zealand and Australia. The courses are all accessible and rate as good as any in the world.
Barnbougle in Tasmania is sensational! My favourite in New Zealand is Kinloch the only Jack Nicklaus Signature course in New Zealand. A terrific risk and reward design. Now isn't this gorgeous - the 2nd at Kinloch.
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One of my favorite is a course (i'm not sure the name) but its in Maui Hawaii. My family owns a golf villa on the course and the view is spectacular! I believe there are two courses and both are amazing! A must play if you are in Hawaii!
I got to play TPC Boston on Monday, and it ranks way up there with my favorite courses of all time. The course is in amazing shape and it's a really cool layout. The new green complex on 18 is unreal. They pretty much bikini waxed the whole thing, put the green on top of a huge mound, and then peppered bunkers and slopes everywhere. It's really going to test the guys during thenFedEx cup playoffs this year.
Those three are on my wish list too!!! Great choices.
Love the Bandon Dunes courses, Kohler Wisconsin, and anything on the Monterey Peninsula.
Best resort I've played was by far Bandon Dunes
3 favorites I've played: Kapalua Plantation, Reflection Bay (when it was open), and last week the brand new Doak Course at Dismal River.
On the list: Cypress, St. Andrews, Augusta, but I know those will be hard to cross off. Another, Sandhills which I hope to finally play this year.
I got the privilege of playing Oakland Hills last week, and it was nothing short of amazing. It has been the host of PGAs, US Opens, and the Ryder Cup. By far the nicest course I have played.
Some of my favorite that I have played are Spyglass, Pasatiempo, Torrey Pines and Kapalua. I've played Pebble but I think Spyglass is a much better course.
A few courses that I want to play is Augusta, Olympic Club, Monterey Peninsula CC, Madison Club, Shinnecock.


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| FSIS Offers Tips to Stay Food Safe During Spring Festivities
Spring celebrations call for traditional menu items that families may not prepare often during the year, so FSIS offers food safety tips to reduce the risk of foodborne illness when using unfamiliar cooking and serving methods.
Advice on preventing food poisoning while enjoying Easter eggs, ham and brisket can be found at http://www.fsis.usda.gov/News_&_Events/
NR_040212_01/index.asp . In addition, check out the FSIS video on its YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/usdafoodsafety, which demonstrates safe food handling for this time of the year.
Consumers with food safety questions can "Ask Karen," the FSIS virtual representative, available 24 hours a day at www.AskKaren.gov or via smartphone at m.askkaren.gov. "Ask Karen" live chat services are available Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET.
The toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline, 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854), is also available to consumers in English and Spanish and can be reached Monday through Friday from l0 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET. Recorded food safety messages are available 24 hours a day.
FSIS Solicits Feedback on askFSIS
FSIS launched a survey on March 22 which is designed to enhance the usability and efficiency of askFSIS—a Web-based question-and-answer forum. The purpose of the survey is to ensure that all customers have the most helpful experience possible when accessing the application. Survey responses will be used to enhance customer service in the future. This survey is available through April 12, 2013.
To access the survey, go to http://bit.ly/165iO2Q. For questions regarding the survey, contact Brittini Brown at firstname.lastname@example.com. For technical issues with accessing the survey, contact Yolanda Kennedy-Edwards at firstname.lastname@example.com. Note that responses are voluntary and will remain confidential.
In addition, as the agency looks for ways to improve askFSIS, a new feature called the "Help" tab has been added. This tool allows customers to better interact with the application and manage their own askFSIS accounts.
Export Requirement Updates
The Library of Export Requirements has been updated to reflect changes in export requirements for the following countries:
Complete information can be found at www.fsis.usda.gov/Regulations_&_Policies/
Export_Information/index.asp .
Industry Implementation of PHIS Underway
Last month, FSIS began rolling out the industry functionality of the Public Health Information System (PHIS) to FSIS-inspected domestic establishments and official import inspection establishments. A full implementation schedule for each district is listed below. This part of the system gives industry the ability to respond and view noncompliance records and file appeals.* It also gives industry the ability to view, export to a PDF, and print reports of sampling results, noncompliance records (NR), and the establishment profile.
Participation in PHIS is voluntary. Implementation for industry will be conducted in phases through a web registration process. Establishments will receive a letter with the implementation schedule, as well as instructions on the web registration process. An electronic copy of the letter can be found on the FSIS website at http://1.usa.gov/YLp0aZ.
Start dates are designated for establishments associated with each FSIS district and regional import field office. Establishments will not be able to access the system before the scheduled start dates.
PHIS users with questions or issues may contact the FSIS Service Desk at 1-800-473-9135. As a reminder, if an establishment elects to use PHIS, a Level 2 USDA eAuthentication (eAuth) account must be obtained to enroll and access the system. Steps for obtaining an eAuth account have been published in the FSIS Constituent Update and are available on the FSIS website.
*NOTE: The appeals functionality is not available for industry use at this time, but will be in the near future.
FSIS Launches Small Plant News Survey
FSIS is conducting a survey through its Small Plant News, the newsletter written especially for small and very small federally inspected establishment owners and operators who produce meat, poultry and processed egg products.
The survey takes only a few minutes and will assist the agency in improving the quality of Small Plant News to better serve the needs of its stakeholders.
The deadline to complete the survey is March 31. To do so, go to the Volume 6, No. 4 issue of Small Plant News at www.fsis.usda.gov/News_&_Events/
Small_Plant_News/index.asp . Click on the survey button on the first page.
Microbiology Method Updates
FSIS Campylobacter Laboratory Method Has Been Extended for Analysis of Raw Poultry Products
The Campylobacter method has been extended to include quantitative analysis of raw poultry products. The revision also contains additional options for isolate storage and transport. The Microbiology Laboratory Guidebook (MLG) method chapter MLG 41.02, the associated method flowcharts (MLG 41 Appendix 1.00 and MLG 41 Appendix 2.00) and updated media preparation instruction chapter MLG Appendix 1.07 will be posted to the MLG. FSIS intends to begin using this method on May 1, 2013. To review the guidebook, visit www.fsis.usda.gov/Science/
Microbiological_Lab_Guidebook/index.asp .
FSIS Salmonella Laboratory Method Has Been Extended to a 325 gram (g) Sample Portion for Raw Poultry Product
FSIS laboratories have validated a 325 g analytical portion option for Salmonella analysis of raw poultry products. The Microbiology Laboratory Guidebook (MLG) method chapters MLG 4.06, MLG 4C.04 and associated method flow chart MLG 4 Appendix 2.00 will be posted to the MLG. FSIS intends to begin using it on May 1, 2013. To review the guidebook, visit www.fsis.usda.gov/Science/
Microbiological_Lab_Guidebook/index.asp .
FSIS Salmonella Laboratory Method Has Been Extended to a 325 gram (g) Sample Portion for Raw Beef Product
FSIS laboratories have validated a 325 g analytical portion option for Salmonella analysis of raw beef. The Microbiology Laboratory Guidebook (MLG) method chapters MLG 4.06, MLG 4C.04 and associated method flow chart MLG 4 Appendix 2.00 will be posted to the MLG. FSIS intends to begin using it on May 1, 2013. To review the guidebook, visit www.fsis.usda.gov/Science/
Microbiological_Lab_Guidebook/index.asp .
FSIS to Add an Optional Test Prior to Performing Confirmatory Test Procedures
Agency laboratories will add an option to perform a ribosomal RNA-based test prior to confirmatory testing procedures on positive colonies in order to minimize the number of presumptive positive colonies that move forward to confirmatory testing. This change will contribute to laboratory efficiency without adding time required to report sample results. The FSIS Microbiology Laboratory Guidebook (MLG) method chapter, MLG 8.09, and the associated method flow chart, MLG 8 Appendix 1.01, will include this test as an option and will be posted to the MLG. FSIS intends to begin using this test on May 1, 2013. To review the guidebook, go to www.fsis.usda.gov/Science/
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Go to http://blogs.usda.gov and see what's happening within the agency and across the department. Check out FSIS' posting on Spring food safety at http://blogs.usda.gov/2013/03/25/spring-for-food-safety/.
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Dayton, OH- At its meeting today, the Sinclair Community College Board of Trustees approved an operating budget that both meets the growing educational needs of the community while constraining expenses. Sinclair continues to maintain Ohio's absolute lowest tuition rate by far.
Recognizing the college's 15 percent enrollment growth for the year, as well as significant state budget challenges, the Sinclair Board adopted a restrained budget that results in a net increase in full-time personnel costs of only 0.4 percent. Assisting in this cost restraint is the base salary freeze requested by the senior administrative staff.
Additionally, the board approved $2.2 million in special scholarship and student support from the coming year to further ease student economic issues and initiated a new forward-looking rainy day fund for use in what could be prolonged state economic strife.
We know that more and more citizens are turning to us for help as they retool in this transitional economy," stated Sinclair board chair, Kathy Hollingsworth, "and we know that our employees are being asked to do much more to serve this increasing number of students with fewer resources. In recognition of their diligence and commitment, we've awarded our employees a 1 percent across-the-board salary increase, which is far less than we'd like to be able to give our hard-working employees."
The Board discussed the pending State of Ohio budget and the prospect for highly uncertain funding during the upcoming two-year biennium and beyond. Understanding that the anticipated new state budget as proposed will be substantially constructed with the use of one-time federal money, and that tuition could be frozen or capped for at least another two years, the adopted budget sets aside a portion of funds to a rainy-day contingency fund.
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The reason the floppy disk went the way of the dodo is because the CD, DVD and Flash Disk killed it. It took three separate bits of media a decade to fully eradicate the Floppy from existence.
It will happen to the Optical Disk, but not now - why? There is currently no replacement for the optical disk when it comes to physical distribution.
I walk into a shop and pick a case up off the shelf and do you know what it will contain? An Optical Disk. Give someone a copy of something they can keep? Optical Disk. Give someone a copy of something without also giving them you entire hard disk or flash drive? Optical Disk. Permanent backup solution? Optical Disk!
I have backup DVDs going all the way back to 2005. I couldn't fit all that data onto my current 2TB setup along side my applications, more frequently used data and operating system. Given the price of Optical Media, its much cheaper to burn older data to disk for archival rather than letting it rot on a sector of a hard disk, taking up valuable space and prompting you to either permanently delete the older data or buy another hard disk.
Yeah, there are online solutions, I use box.com - but the 25GB limit for £60 a year is a joke when a pack of 20 Single-Layer DVDs for £5 gives me 94GBs AND I don't have to wait an eternity for it to download/upload.
The optical disk isn't going anywhere until people start doing the following:
-Distributing media and software on cards akin to the PlayStation Vita.
-Creating and distributing media playback devices that uses these cards as their primary storage format (whilst outselling DVD and Blu-Ray players) and;
-Making these cards as cheap or cheaper than optical media to make them a suitable alternative for backups and disposable copies.
Tape is still used and developed and Vinyl is still selling. Food for thought.
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The x-rays are taken during and after drinking a
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An upper GI series may be done if you have:
An upper GI series can help detect:
Some people may have an allergic reaction to the barium or have difficulty keeping it down.
You will remove all jewelry and wear a hospital gown. You will drink the barium solution. As you drink the barium, the radiologist will take x-rays of your chest and abdomen. The doctor may also give you bits of food to eat with barium on them. You may have to change positions frequently during the test.
If your doctor wants to look at more of your intestines, a small bowel follow-through may be done. This means that x-ray pictures are taken every 15-30 minutes while the barium travels further down the intestines.
You may eat and drink as usual. Drink plenty of fluid. The barium will slowly pass through your system on its own.
You may have some white-colored stool or constipation after the test.
An upper GI series can take 30 minutes-2 hours. A small bowel follow-through can take 1-4 hours.
A normal upper GI series will show a functioning, healthy digestive tract.
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It is important to monitor your recovery. Alert your doctor to any problems. If any of the following occur, call your doctor:
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Everyone has to agree that management and ownership is doing all it can to keep Seattle an elite NFL team.Signing Trufant was huge along with Wale to lock up the left side of the O-line. Making sure Tatupu stays for in the middle for years. Not to mention revamping the running game.
Last year the addition of Kearny and Peterson last year was huge.
I have been a huge fan since the early eighties, through the Ken Bering demolish of the team.Now that we have Matt Hasselbeck ,a QB that we waited for ,for a long time. We have an elitite team that goes to the playoffs every year.
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A total cholesterol test is a rough measure of all the cholesterol and triglycerides in your blood.
Cholesterol is a soft, wax-like substance found in all parts of the body. Your body needs a little bit of cholesterol to work properly. But too much cholesterol can clog your arteries and lead to heart disease.
Some cholesterol is considered "good" and some is considered "bad." Different blood tests are needed to individually measure each type of cholesterol.
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Blood is drawn from a vein, usually from the inside of the elbow or the back of the hand. The site is cleaned with germ-killing medicine (antiseptic). The health care provider wraps an elastic band around the upper arm to apply pressure to the area and make the vein swell with blood.
Next, the health care provider gently inserts a needle into the vein. The blood collects into an airtight vial or tube attached to the needle. The elastic band is removed from your arm.
Once the blood has been collected, the needle is removed, and the puncture site is covered to stop any bleeding.
In infants or young children, a sharp tool called a lancet may be used to puncture the skin and make it bleed. The blood collects into a small glass tube called a pipette, or onto a slide or test strip. A bandage may be placed over the area if there is any bleeding.
To get accurate results, you should not eat or drink anything for 9 to 12 hours before the test. You may drink water, but other beverages such as coffee, tea, or soda should be avoided.
Your health care provider may tell you to stop taking drugs that can affect the test. Never stop taking any medicine without first talking to your doctor.
Drugs that may increase total cholesterol measurements include:
Drugs that may decrease total cholesterol measurements include:
When the needle is inserted to draw blood, some people feel moderate pain, while others feel only a prick or stinging sensation. Afterward, there may be some throbbing.
This test is often done to determine your risk for coronary artery disease. High blood cholesterol and triglycerides have been linked to heart attack and stroke.
Experts recommend that you have a complete cholesterol and triglycerides analysis every 5 years starting at age 20.
The total cholesterol test is usually done as part of a lipid profile , which also checks for LDL, HDL, and triglycerides.
Additional conditions under which the test may be performed:
Total cholesterol is an important measure of both bad and good cholesterol. Other lab tests are done to measure specific amounts of good (HDL) and bad (LDL) cholesterol. A cholesterol breakdown including LDL and HDL is preferred.
The total cholesterol values listed below are used to target therapy:
In general, a total cholesterol value over 200 mg/dL may mean you have a greater risk for heart disease. However, LDL levels are a better predictor of heart disease, and they determine how your high cholesterol should be treated.
High total cholesterol levels may be caused by:
Low cholesterol levels may be caused by:
Veins and arteries vary in size from one patient to another and from one side of the body to the other. Obtaining a blood sample from some people may be more difficult than from others.
Other risks, although rare, may include:
Any acute illness can raise or lower your total cholesterol number. If you have had an acute illness in the 3 months before having this test, you should have this test repeated in 2 or 3 months. Even a flare-up of arthritis can affect your cholesterol level.
Other conditions associated with high cholesterol include:
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The sexual abuse scandal at Penn State continues to grow. Legendary ex-football coach Joe Paterno, who has support from the "heads stuck in the sand" student body, has hired a criminal defense attorney. It seems that Joe Pa may need to loan his attorney to some of the students who participated in violent protest after his firing. That being said, Coach Paterno has a famous alumnus who has come out in full support of his former coach. That person? Former Penn State and Pittsburgh Steelers running back Franco Harris. Harris is apparently upset by the manner in which Paterno was fired by Penn State's Board of Trustees.
Harris believes that the firing is an "over reaction" by the board. He told Ed Schultz on MSNBC that Paterno did what he was supposed to do in this situation. Harris said that Paterno "reported the allegation" and this resulted in the alleged child abuser, former assistant coach Jerry Sandusky leaving the program. He was also upset that Paterno recieved a phone call, which served as his notification that his services were no longer needed, effective immediately. Is Franco Harris so blinded by loyality to Joe Paterno that he can't see the bigger picture? Is this the first postulate of Penn State football, do not snitch on a fellow member of the football organization? You can not criticize Joe Pa?
Franco, being a member of the Football Hall of Fame does not translate into common sense, does it? The fact is that Joe Paterno did not fullfill a moral obligation to the young boy who was in the shower with Sandusky. He did not contact law enforcement. There are things which are more important than winning a college football game, and helping this young boy was one of those things. How dare Paterno attempt to come off as a victim. He lost his job as a football coach. What did those young boys lose Franco? Does that matter to you?
It's nice that you want to defend and support your legendary college football coach, Franco Harris. I would like to remind you one thing, Franco.
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Laky, left, a retired Baltimore County Sheriff K-9, and Zander, a retired Massachusetts State Police K-9, relax with their respective handlers Dave Crawford and Kevin Finizio, both disabled Navy veterans, after a presentation March 6 given by Northern Illinois University students on the Save-A-Vet program in Dekalb, Ill. (Monica Maschak / AP)
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DEKALB, ILL. — Theresa Van Den Eeden is one of 12 Northern Illinois University students gaining real-world experience while telling disabled veterans stories for a good cause.
Van Den Eeden, a senior marketing major, is helping create a magazine through the College of Business Experiential Learning Center to benefit Save-A-Vet, a Lindenhurst-based nonprofit organization that pairs disabled veterans with decommissioned service dogs.
NIU students will create a 68-page magazine and distribute 15,000 copies around the DeKalb area to raise funds for a Save-A-Vet facility to be built in DeKalb. The effort is still in its early stages, but NIU officials want Huskie House, a Save-A-Vet facility in DeKalb, to house disabled veterans while they study to earn a degree.
Its inspiring for me to be able to help out these dogs who never really had a chance and to be able to help veterans, Van Den Eeden said.
NIU chose to help Save-A-Vet in January because the organization is the only one in the nation that saves decommissioned service dogs. Service dogs who retire otherwise have to be euthanized because they are trained to attack or harm people, which makes them dangerous to be adopted by the average person.
Danny Scheurer, the founder of Save-A-Vet, was at the university Thursday listening to students give a presentation about the magazine, which will include disabled veterans stories.
Scheurer said the NIU students project will be a pilot for the organizations goal to present similar efforts at other universities.
Theyre our working business model, he said. We want to use this to help more veterans. Imagine how many veterans wed be able to help if we got this in every university.
A November 2012 article in Military Times Magazine ranked NIU 28th in a list of the top 50 four-year colleges in the country for veterans. The article asked universities to respond to a survey, which asked schools what programs they offer for veterans.
The university fell off the list entirely for 2014, however.
NIU officials want the school to become the best for veterans, said Thaddeus Hupp, director of college affairs. The Huskie House would be a location where veterans could go for all of their needs, Hupp said.
NIU is a phenomenally veteran-friendly school, he said. Theres no reason why we cant (be No. 1) to benefit veterans.
Navy veteran Kevin Finizio has already benefited from the Save-A-Vet program. Finizio lives in a Save-A-Vet facility in East Dundee with a German Sheppard named Zander.
Finizio received the dog after he broke his back and suffered a head injury while on active duty in Norfolk, Va.
Its great to go to work and come home, and hes happy to see you, Finizio said. No matter how bad a day you had at work, (Zanders) just happy to see you.
Chelsey OBrien, an NIU student and sales representative for the magazine, said the effort gave her real-world experience. NIU students will offer a final presentation of their magazine May 2. Students plan to print the magazine during the last week of April, OBrien said.
On top of that, OBrien said, were able to tell stories and help with the awareness.
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