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Sandra I. Davis
This curriculum will present this concept of hormones, and the influences that hormones have on our physiological system and behavior. In teaching this unit the students will be exposed to various materials and teaching situations that will assist in the learning process. At the end of this unit, the students will have gained a knowledge of what hormones are, where the important hormones are synthesized and secreted from, how hormones are transported and recognized by receptors, and what occurs once a hormone reaches its target site.
The class that this will be taught to is a seventh and eighth grade learning center. The students attend full time and have learning disabilities and are socially and emotionally maladjusted. As such this curriculum will be presented in short simple lessons to understand terms. The material presented in this unit is also written on a much simpler level than how it was learned. This was done so that the students and teacher can use this curriculum in the classroom, It can be copied in sections as needed and handed out ta the students as reading material.
As the material in each lesson is presented the students will be tested to check mastery of the content before moving on. Testing can be based on teacher observation or teacher-made tests. Throughout the lessons, teacher-made worksheets, diagrams and activities will be utilized to supplement discussion, Examples of these materials will be presented with each lesson, but they are not all inclusive. The more materials, the more interest on the students part and learning will take place.
The endocrine system is composed of cells that are organized into endocrine and exocrine glands. Endocrine glands secrete hormones into the bloodstream which in turn circulate throughout the body to specific locations at which they bond to receptors. (see diagram 1). Exocrine glands do not secrete hormones.
- -state the overall function of the endocrine system
- -define endocrine
- -state the difference between endocrine and exocrine gland
- -state the two types of hormones
- -define peptide and steroid hormone
- -state what a target or receptor site is
- -state research techniques in hormone discovery and function.
Hormones are like heat seeking missiles in that once fired, they will continue to seek out it's target until contact. Once contact has been made, the missile carries out it's mission, and a reaction takes place. When a hormone reaches its receptor site it also initiates a reaction within the cell or organ. Hormones are chemical substances made by the gland from which it is secreted which influence the activities of the cells, tissues, and organs of the body.
Hormones are divided into two groups based on their biochemical structure called peptides and steroids. Peptide hormones are made up of amino acids which are strung together they are composed of as few as 3 and as many as 237 amino acids. Peptides are synthesized in the pituitary, parathyroids, and pancreas. Examples of peptide hormones are oxytocin, vasopressin, insulin, thyrotropin, follicle-stimulating hormone, (FSH), and luteinizing hormone, (LH) The cells which make these hormones contain the genetic code which specifies the amino acid sequence for each hormone. Peptide hormones bind to their receptors on the surface of the cell.
Steroid hormones are made from cholesterol which forms a characteristic four ring structure. Steroid hormones bond to their receptors inside the cell membrane, They play an important sole in carbohydrate metabolism and electrolyte balance. Steroids are synthesized in the adrenal glands, ovaries, and testes.(see diagram 1)
Each gland produces one or more hormones, and it's activity is regulated so that the proper amount' of hormone is released at the proper time. When certain hormones reach their target sites the gland sends another hormone or nerve signal back to the secreting gland and signals it to stop making that specific hormone. (see diagram 3). This system can be compared to checks and balances. The endocrine system and nervous system work together ta make 'sure that there is not an overload of hormone production.
The inquiry into the function of the human body began thousands of years ago with the Greeks, and their theory that all things were composed of air, fire, water, and earth. Accurate knowledge of the function of the endocrine glands came about through the observation of diseased glands, removal of the organ, injecting organ extracts into the body, and through isolation of the hormone extracts themselves during which it's chemical makeup was determined. In the mid-l9th century Addison, Bertholt, and Brown-Sequard conducted the first experimental studies in endocrinology. Addison noted a condition in which a variety of signs and symptoms were associated with the destruction of the adrenal gland by disease. The symptoms include hypoglycemia, which leads to muscular weakness , mental lethargy, and weight loss, which occur as a result of lowered plasma sodium concentration.
In 1949 Bertholt transplanted testes into a previously castrated cockerel and found that it prevented the retrogressive changes in sexual maturation and behavior. As a result of this, he concluded that the effects of the transplanted testes might be due to some substance that was secreted into the blood. Another technique is autoradiography in which a hormone containing radioactive atoms is infected into the animal and 'later d picture is taken to find where the hormones are located. Other techniques include cross-circulation, and parabiosis in which a permanent union is established between two young animals and cross circulation develops as the tissue joined through surgery heals. This technique has been useful ln establishing the relationship between the pituitary and the gonads.
- 1. On diagram one, discuss with the students the route that the hormones will follow once excreted from the gland. Ask questions such as,'Where do the hormones go when excreted from the gland?" Use a diagram of the body to show the circulatory system and follow it to various parts of the body that the hormone may go to.
- 2. Hand out a blank chart with peptide on one side and steroid on the other. Have the students list the differences between each of hormone. Use diagram 1 as a reference,
- 3. Hand out a blank diagram of a cell membrane. Have the class draw how peptide hormones bind on the surface, and steroid hormones bind inside the cell membrane, using diagram 1 as a reference,
- 4. Have the class fill in a blank chart of the hormonal checks and balances.
We are about to embark on a tour of the human body. On this tour we will be stopping at each of the major hormone producing glands. We will learn about the major hormones that each gland generates and what effects these hormones have on the human body. Consider each gland a country and the hormones the product. Each of these products are exported to another area or country to their parts, or receptor sites, At this time, they are unloaded and which produces an effect. For example when food is exported to Ethiopia, it arrives in port, then it is transported to specific areas and given out. As result the people are happy because their hunger is satisfied. In the body, for another example, prolactin when it reaches it's target site, stimulates milk production. The controlling force which controls the rate of export is the hypothalamus gland which is where we will begin.
- Objectives—The student will:
- -state the major hormone producing glands in the human body:
hypothalamus thyroid pituitary parathyroids pancreas pineal adrenals ovaries/testes
- -show the location of each of the glands on a chart of the human body
- -state the major hormones that each gland produces
- -write the abbreviation of each hormone
The hypothalamus gland sits above the pituitary gland and is responsible for integrating nerve messages from the brain into commands which are then transported via the portal circulation into the pituitary. (see diagram 4). From the pituitary, the hormones are released into the blood and circulated to their receptor sites. The hypothalamus differs from other glands in that it synthesizes hormones called releasing hormones. These then circulate through the portal veins to the pituitary and signal another specific hormone to be released, For example, gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH), is synthesized in the hypothalamus then released into the blood vessels which lead to the anterior pituitary. Here the hypothalamic hormone stimulates the cells to release the pituitary hormone luteinizing hormone, (LH), into circulation, (refer to diagram 4), In the same way, the hypothalamus produces growth-hormone-releasing factor (GHRF), which in the pituitary will stimulate the release of growth hormone, (GH), into circulation. Prolactin-releasing hormone, (PRH) stimulates the release of prolactin into the bloodstream. Thyrotropin-releasing hormone, (TRH), stimulates the release of thyrotropin. Earlier we stated that the body has a system of turning off the production of hormones ta prevent overload. These hormones are called inhibiting hormones, or factors, and some are synthesized in the hypothalamus. Growth-hormone-inhibiting factor, (GHIF), stops the production of growth hormone. Prolactin-inhibiting factor, (PIF), stops the production of prolactin.
The pituitary gland receives hormone signals from the hypothalamus and in turn stimulates the production of hormones that regulate different physiological processes throughout the body. One of the hormones released by the pituitary is called growth hormone, (GH), GH acts directly on the cells to promote growth, and it causes the cells to multiply by increasing the rate at which amino acids enter the cells and are built into proteins. This building process is called anabolism and is accomplished through cyclic AMP. Cyclic AMP activates the appropriate enzymes to get a job done, which in this case is to build up proteins. Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), induces the follicles to mature in the ovaries, and sperm to mature in the testes. Luteinizing hormone, (LH), stimulates ovulation, progesterone production by the corpus luteum, and the formation of the corpus luteum in the female. In the male, LH stimulates testosterone production in the testes.
The way these hormones work, is that the hypothalamus receives a nerve signal from the brain to release a releasing hormone into the portal vessels, These hormones stimulate the production of LH, FSH, or GH in the pituitary and they are released into the blood, These hormones circulate to the ovaries, testes, or liver. The way that the hormone is recognized is that it can only bond to a specific receptor site. FSH can only bond to receptors at the ovary, and GH can only bond to receptors at the liver or cells that it acts on. Once bonded at the cell membrane, a reaction occurs which brings about the change.
Prolactin is produced by the pituitary, and is responsible for stimulating milk production in the breasts, and breast enlargement in pregnant women. Thyroid-stimulating hormone, (TSH), is released by the pituitary and is responsible for promoting the synthesis of hormones in the thyroid gland.
The pineal gland is located in the brain and may regulate daily changes in body activity and temperature. It is possibly a mechanism which regulates the reproductive process, Scientists hypothesize that the pineal may induce the onset of puberty. Changes are observed in animals often exposed to continuous light or darkness. For example in hamsters, continuous light leads to early onset of sexual development and increase in gonadal weight, whereas constant darkness prevents maturation of the gonads, The pineal produces melatonin. It's release is affected by the variations of light received in the light received in the eye. It is released rhythmically.
The thyroid gland is located in the neck region. It produces the hormones thyroxin and thyrocalcitonin. The most characteristic effect of thyroxin is to increase energy production and oxygen consumption of the tissues. It increases the rate at which carbohydrates are burned, and it stimulates cells to break down proteins for energy rather than using them for building processes.Thyrocalcitonin is involved in the homeostasis of blood calcium levels. It lowers the calcium in the bloody by inhibiting bone breakdown. It opposes the parathyroid hormone. (see diagram 5).
The parathyroids are located next to the thyroids and are responsible for producing parathyroid hormone, (PTH). PTH regulates the blood calcium levels. Calcium regulates the permeability of the cell membrane, and is required for bone and teeth formation. PTH increases the rate of calcium absorption from the intestine into the blood, and it increases the amount of bone-destroying cells which break down bone tissue causing calcium to be released into the blood. Cholecalciferol, (vitamin D), is the hormone which opposes PTH by promoting the uptake of calcium by bone.
The adrenal cortex secretes aldosterone and hydrocortisone. Aldosterone acts on the kidneys causing them to increase their absorption of sodium and water. A decrease in blood volume from a sodium deficiency brings about low blood pressure. As a result, the kidney cells secrete the enzyme renin into the blood, which indirectly will stimulate the adrenal cortex to produce aldosterone which will bring about increased blood volume through increased sodium and Prater reabsorption. Hydrocortisone is responsible for providing resistance to stress. If, for example, we were introduced ta a stress factor such as being hit by a car, the body would suddenly increase the availability of glucose through the breakdown of proteins and tissue to make into amino acids and glucose, thus making the body more alert and ready to act. Our body would then have the immediate energy to combat the stressor, such as quickly swerve away from the oncoming car. This breaking down of proteins and tissue to make into glucose and amino acids is called catabolism. In running this sequence from the hypothalamus, in response to stress, the hypothalamus secretes adrenocorticotropin-releasing factor, (ACTRF). When it reaches the pituitary via the protal system, the pituitary secretes adrenocorticotropic hormone, (ACTH), which circulates to the adrenal cortex. The adrenal cortex then secretes the glucocorticoids, hydrocortisone, which provides the body with immediate energy. (Diagram 6).
The pancreas secretes insulin which regulates the rate at which sugar is used by the cells of the body. Insulin is a peptide hormone released into the bloodstream from the pancreas following food ingestion. At intake of food, the glucose in the food causes a rise in blood glucose levels. This stimulates the cells to produce insulin which will restore the glucose levels to normal.The three main target sites for insulin are the liver, muscle, and fat tissue. Glucagon has the effect of augmenting low blood sugar levels by causing the cells of the muscle and liver to convert stored nutrients to glucose. Glucagon has a balancing effect correcting low blood sugar levels in the same way that insulin reduces high blood sugar levels. Glucagon functions when the carbohydrate supplies are minimal or when the tissue cells consume glucose at a rate which brings the blood sugar levels too low. (see diagram 7).
During the first ten years of life, the hypothalamic production of LHRH remains at a very low level. The onset of puberty is brought on by an increase of the pulsatile releasing of LHRH to the pituitary which stimulates the release of LH and FSH into the bloodstream. Once these hormones begin circulating, the testes begin to produce the hormone testosterone, and the ovaries produce the hormone estrogen. These hormones in turn initiate the development of secondary sex characteristics such as pubic and arm hair, breast development, zygote maturation, and the onset of menstruation. In males, these hormones bring about enlargement of the penis and scrotum as well as pubic, arm and facial hair growth.
- 1. At the start of Part Two-The Tour, hand out a diagram of the human body and have the students locate and color in each gland as it is discussed.
- 2. For each hormone discussed, draw a schematic diagram on the board to show the process that the hormone goes through to leach the target site.
- 3. Make up a blank chart with the name of the hormones discussed in this section. Have the students fill in the abbreviation and write what each hormone does.
- 4. Utilize transparencies in your discussion of each of the glands. Note the shape of each gland, and the location of the blood vessels that feed into the gland
- 5. Post charts around the room of the endocrine system, give the students+ assignments daily to answer questions about a specific gland or to note the nearby organs, etc.
- 1. Growth hormone releasing factor (GHRF)—stimulates release of growth hormone
- 2. Gonadotropin releasing hormone (GNRH)—stimulates release of FSH and LH
- 3. Thyrotropin releasing factor (TRF)—TSH secretion
- 4. Prolactin releasing hormone (PRH)—prolactin secretion
- 5. Growth hormone inhibiting factor (GHIF)—inhibits release of GHRF
- 6. Prolactin inhibiting factor (PIF)—inhibits release of PRH
- Pituitary Gland
- 1. Growth hormone (GH)—acts as growth promoter
- 2. Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH)—thyroid hormone synthesis
- 3. Prolactin - milk synthesis
- 4. Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) male—spermatogenesis
- ____female—ovarian follicle growth estrogen synthesis
- 5. Luteinizing hormone (LH) male—testicular testosterone synthesis
- ____female-ovulation progesterone synthesis
- 1. melatonin—possibly gonadal development
- 1. thyroxin—growth, increased metabolism and oxygen consumption
- 1. parathyroid hormone (PTH)—increase blood calcium, lower blood phosphate levels
- 1. Hydrocortisone—increase carbohydrate levels in the blood, stress response, anti-inflammatory
- 2. Aldosterone—modulates sodium electrolyte levels, blood pressure
- 1. Epinephrine fight or flight response, multiple effects on nerves, muscles
- 1. Insulin—lower blood glucose levels, increase protein synthesis
- 2. Glucagon—raises blood glucose levels, opposes insulin action
2. Progesterone—corpus luteum, increase mammary gland growth, maternal behavior
- 1. Estradiol—female sexual development and behavior
diagrams of the human body
copies of charts utilized in each lesson
colored pencils
blank white paper
blank chart of hormones produced by the human body
Biology charts
models of the endocrine glands
Feder, Harvey B., Hormones and Reproductive Behavior, W.H. Freeman and Co., San Francisco, 1979.
P. Felig, J.D. Baxter, A.E. Broadus, Endocrinology and Metabolism, McGraw-Hill New York, 1981.
Hadley, Mac E., Ehdocrinology, Prentice-Hall Inc., New Jersey, 1984.
Siiteri, Pentti Ph.D., Editor, Endocrine Review, Vol. 9, Number 2, May 1988, pages 18?-194.
School Publications, Inc., New York,1987.
Schachter,Martin, Leonard Bernstein, Alan Winkler, Stanley Wolfe, Concepts and Challenges in Life Science, CEBCO, Massachusetts, 1986.
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MUSKEGON TOWNSHIP, MI – An ex-girlfriend identified Chad Lawrence Martin as the man suspected of robbing the Fifth Third Bank on Dykstra Road after seeing surveillance photos in the news, according to court documents obtained by MLive Muskegon Chronicle.
The woman told police she'd seen Martin the previous day visiting their 3-year-old son, "and that he was wearing the exact same clothes" as in the surveillance photos, Muskegon Township Police Detective Maureen Kass told a Muskegon County District Court magistrate in a sworn statement Friday, May 9.
Identifications from the ex-girlfriend and "several other people" who saw the news photos led to police providing mugshots of Martin, who had a previous criminal history, to the bank's tellers. Both tellers identified Martin as the man that allegedly robbed the bank, Kass said.
Based on those identifications, police contacted Martin's family, located him at a family member's house on West Creekwood Drive in Muskegon Township and took him into custody Friday afternoon, less than eight hours after the bank was robbed.
Kass swore out the arrest warrant around 5 p.m. Friday, after Martin's arrest. Muskegon County District Court Magistrate Michael Van Epps signed the warrant, charging Martin with one count of armed robbery as a fourth-time habitual offender.
Martin, 32, was expected to be arraigned Monday afternoon, May 12.
Martin allegedly robbed a Fifth Third Bank on Dykstra Road in Muskegon Township just after 9 a.m.
Photos and surveillance video in the bank show a man pull out a knife and hold it with his right hand before leaving with a large sum of money, which has since been recovered, police said.
According to online records from the Michigan Department of Corrections, Martin was discharged from probation just over a month ago after serving two years for resisting and obstructing a police officer in 2011. He also served prison time earlier for 2004 convictions of felony assault and fleeing a police officer.
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"I'm not going to willingly give up my birds," said Adair, who has been given 30 days to relocate them from her home in city's College and Cultural area after a blight ordinance enforcer cited her for harboring the chickens this month.
"The kicker that got me ... when I talked to someone at the city, I said I would fight for them, and I was told if I didn't remove the chickens they would send police to forcefully remove the birds.
"I had to laugh, because my garage has been broken into ... my car has been broken into five times and only once did the police come out, (and that was) five hours later," Adair said.
Flint is one of cities in Genesee County that does not allow people to raise chickens in their yards. The most recent attempt to change the city ordinance that prohibits it died when the City Council voted it down in 2010.
But the subject could be revisited as city planners consider changing ordinances to put them in alignment with Flint's new master plan.
Mayor Dayne Walling said there was discussion about allowing chickens, goats and other livestock as the plan was being developed.
And while the adopted master plan doesn't have specific guidelines on allowing the farm animals, it leaves open the question of revisions in the city's ordinances.
"Small numbers of well-kept chickens would not be a contradiction to the master plan," said Walling, particularly in areas that are targeted for urban agriculture.
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Under sunny skies and braving occasional gusts, 527 eventual half marathoner finishers and 58 relay runners lined up for the 9a start; an hour later 335 runners headed out on the 5k course. There were even some men in the mix - some wanted to support their ladies the entire distance; 10 men finished the 5k and 1 man ran the half marathon.
You can see full results online by following the links below:
Women's Open
1. Sarah Raitter of Reno, Nev., 1:27:13.3
2. Teri Sheasby* Bend, 1:36:46.4
3. Allie Gruner of Lake Oswego, 1:32:00.9
Women's Masters
1. Jennifer Sventek of Bend, 1:34:43.0
2. Jen Roberts of Bend, 1:44:57.9
3. Michelle Bjork of Bend, 1:45:18.1
1. Dru Carpenter and Kershia Carpenter of Redmond, 1:38:09.4
2. Lynn Albrow and Liz Lefeber of Bend, 1:42:26.5
3. Ellen Aster and Jan Tarr of Eugene, 1:44:27.7
Women's Open
1. Olivia Brooks of Bend, 22:23.1
2. Tansy Christ of Bend, 22:55.4
3. Heidi Washenberger* of Bainbridge Island, Wash., 23:01.4
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Authors: Spencer BA, Babey SH, Etzioni DA, Ponce NA, Brown ER, Yu H, Chawla N, Litwin MS
Title: A population-based survey of prostate-specific antigen testing among California men at higher risk for prostate carcinoma.
Journal: Cancer 106(4):765-74
Date: 2006 Feb 15
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Despite the lack of evidence demonstrating a survival benefit from prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening, its use has become widespread, organizations have encouraged physicians to discuss early detection of prostate carcinoma, and two higher risk groups have been recognized. In the current study, the authors examined whether African-American men and men who had a family history of prostate carcinoma underwent PSA testing preferentially, and patterns of test use were examined according to age, race, and other factors. METHODS: Data regarding self-reported PSA test use in the past year among men age 50 years and older without a history of prostate carcinoma (n = 8713 men) were analyzed from the 2001 California Health Interview Survey. RESULTS: The overall rate of PSA use was 43.0%. Older age, higher socioeconomic status, having a usual source of healthcare, and a family history of prostate carcinoma were the strongest predictors of testing. Higher risk African-American men age 50 years and older were no more likely to be tested than white men. Men at higher risk who had a family history of prostate carcinoma were more likely to have been tested than men who had no such family history. CONCLUSIONS: Rates of PSA use among higher risk men who had a family history of prostate carcinoma were higher compared with the rates among men without such a family history. However, PSA testing rates among higher risk African-American men were no different than the rates among lower risk white men, suggesting that some risk factors for prostate carcinoma (but not others) are associated with preferential testing. Testing in all groups was associated with access to care variables, highlighting the importance of removing barriers to preventive healthcare services.
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The official name of the extravaganza that will take place this week at Philadelphia's Franklin Field is the Penn Relays Carnival, five days of track fun amid an amusement-park atmosphere. But for New Jersey's best pole vaulter and hurdler, it would be better labeled as a barometer, the first major test in what could be a spring season of glory.
Robbinsville's Craig Hunter (winner of the pole vault at the Meet of Champions indoors) and Trenton's Jermaine Collier (last year's 400-meter hurdles champion and this winter's 55-meter hurdles king) lead Mercer County to a spectacle that includes over 300 events. The girls' high school events will take place tomorrow and Friday with the boys' high school events Friday and Saturday.
For Hunter, a junior who vaulted 15-feet, 1-inch at Saturday's Mercer County Relays, more than two feet beyond last year's Meet of Champions-winning height, one would think the week would be particularly overwhelming as it is his first trip to Franklin Field.
But Hunter understands that the level of competition is that much greater at this level (which includes athletes from all over North America) and remains grounded.
"Everybody's good," said Hunter. "I've seen a number of guys have cleared 15-6. It would be pretty exciting to be right up there with them. But I'm not gonna stress myself out. I'm looking forward to it."
One of the ironies of the young season is that Hunter is so versatile that he hardly touched a pole before Saturday's meet at Robbinsville. In addition to the vault, he is among Mercer County's best triple jumpers and an excellent high jumper – all events which call for not only skill, but a great deal of patience as they can last several hours.
"I have the ability to accept new things," said Hunter, "a new way to pole vault. Little things have to happen. I'm learning how to handle that."
Collier, a senior who would like to attend the University of South Carolina in the fall and could have Dwight Ruff's state record (50.37) in his sights, understands the see-saw nature of big meets. Last spring Collier qualified for the Meet of Champions in an astounding four events. That sets a pretty high standard, but one Collier (with the help of his talented Trenton teammates) appears ready to match.
"I criticize myself more than anyone," said Collier. "It coincides with my self-motivation. I stay with it. I have a hunger to beat myself."
Mercer County's first performer who could medal is Robbinsville girls' high jumper Noel Jancewicz, who competes 2:30 tomorrow. The boys' pole vault begins 10 a.m. Saturday.
The boys' 400 hurdles championship is 9 a.m. Saturday, which could be the beginning of a long day for Collier as Trenton hopes to qualify for the Championship of America in the 4x100 and 4x400 later that day.
For a complete schedule of events and competitors, go to www.pennrelaysonline.com.


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The last time the University of Michigan football team won in Columbus, Ohio, the 19th-ranked Wolverines were led on offense by junior Drew Henson, one of the nation's highest-rated recruits coming out of Brighton High School.
The year was 2000, and Henson completed 14 of 25 passes for 303 yards, threw three touchdowns and ran for another in Michigan's 38-26 victory.
This Saturday, the Wolverines will be quarterbacked by Saline High graduate Nick Sheridan, a former walk-on who said - no matter his pedigree - that he's ready to try and take the team to victory.
• Injured Minor wants to play against Ohio State
• Rodriguez weekly news conference
"I'm not overwhelmed by the fact that I came here as a walk-on and now I'm starting against Ohio State," Sheridan said Monday. "That doesn't change anything."
What Michigan wants to alter is its recent lack of success in Ohio Stadium, as well as its overall performance against the Buckeyes lately. Although no current Michigan player has ever beaten Ohio State, which has won four straight in the rivalry, Sheridan said that won't be too big a factor.
"At the end of the day it's a football game and guys here have won football games," the redshirt sophomore said.
This season, however, any victory has been hard to come by for the Wolverines, who are 3-8, with a 2-5 record in the Big Ten. While Michigan's season will end Saturday, No. 10 Ohio State (9-2, 6-1) is still angling for a share of the conference title and a Rose Bowl berth.
Like virtually every team under Ohio State coach Jim Tressel, this year's version plays impressive defense. The Buckeyes rank second in the league behind Penn State in scoring defense and yards allowed, and second behind Minnesota in takeaways.
"Penn State had a pretty good defense," Sheridan said. "But Ohio State always has one of the best defenses in the country."
Certainly better than the Northwestern unit that held Michigan's offense to a single touchdown last Saturday. Sheridan started that game in place of Steven Threet, who was coming off a concussion he suffered in early November. For the season, Sheridan has started three games, compared to eight for Threet.
While Sheridan excelled in his Nov. 8 start against Minnesota, completing 18 of 30 passes for 203 yards, he didn't fare so well against the Wildcats. Sheridan completed eight of 29 passes for 61 yards in the loss and was pulled in favor of Threet in the third quarter.
If Sheridan needs relief Saturday, Threet probably won't be available. Michigan coach Rich Rodriguez called Threet "doubtful" for the game because of a shoulder injury suffered last Saturday.
Michigan's other options at quarterback are freshman Justin Feagin, who has rushed eight times this season but has yet to throw a pass, and redshirt sophomore David Cone, who hasn't played in 2008.
No matter who takes the snaps, the Wolverines will likely be at a deficit in the passing game against the Buckeye defense. Michigan has the league's 10th-ranked passing offense (averaging 148.3 yards per game), while Ohio State's secondary, led by cornerback Malcolm Jenkins, ranks second in passing defense.
Sheridan, who has completed 55 of 113 passes with two touchdowns and five interceptions, described his mission against the Buckeyes as two-fold: avoid mistakes and make big plays.
He'll also need to effectively handle the extreme pressure that accompanies the rivalry game, according to nose tackle Terrance Taylor, a veteran of the 2006 Michigan-Ohio State classic in Columbus.
"It's a very, very important game," Taylor said. "I couldn't imagine the pressure of being a quarterback going into the game. You're the general of the team, and if we lose it's gonna be put on you ... When you don't buy into that, don't listen to that, you can play with a little more confidence."


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STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Silver Lake residents Stephanie Marie Stachurski and John Paul Velez have announced their engagement.
The future bride is the daughter of Janet and Joseph Stachurski of Greenridge. The prospective bridegroom is the son of Nancy and Cesar Velez of Port Richmond.
Miss Stachurski is a graduate of Tottenville High School. She earned a bachelor of arts degree in sociology from the College of Staten Island and is a paraprofessional with the city Department of Education on Staten Island.
Mr. Velez is a graduate of St. Peter's Boys High School, New Brighton. He earned a bachelor of science degree in law from the John Jay College of Criminal Justice and is the manager of a nationwide transportation company, both in Manhattan.
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Century of Blood
The Century of Blood or the Bleeding Years was a period of chaos in Essos that lasted for approximately one century after the Doom of Valyria.[1] Two of the major battles during this time were the Field of Crows and the Battle of Qohor.
The dominant power in Essos, the Valyrian Freehold, collapsed when the Valyrian peninsula was destroyed through the Doom of Valyria. The colonies and conquests of Valyria broke away and bedlam erupted. The nine Free Cities were formed, only to fall into warfare against one another. On Dragonstone the Targaryens chose not to intervene, hoarding their own strength instead.[2]
Taking advantage of the power vacuum, the Dothraki emerged from the central plains and laid waste to lands surrounding the Dothraki sea. They conquered the kingdoms of Sarnor and Ifequevron and the Ibbenese colony of Ibbish to the north, as well as the Valyrian colony of Essaria to the west. The Dothraki also raided Ghiscari and Qartheen settlements to the south.[3]
Near the end of the century, the Volantenes conquered Lys and Myr. When Volantis attacked Tyrosh, they were repelled by an alliance of Tyrosh, Pentos, Argilac Durrandon the Storm King,[4] and Aegon Targaryen atop Balerion. The resulting war freed Lys and Myr and laid waste to the Disputed Lands. The militant tiger triarchs of Volantis subsequently lost power to the mercantile elephant party.[1]
Triarch Horonno was a Volantene hero from the Century of Blood.[5] Some sellsword companies were also formed during this time period.[6]
References and Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 A Dance with Dragons, Chapter 14, Tyrion IV.
- ↑ [1]
- ↑ A World of Ice and Fire
- ↑ The World of Ice and Fire.
- ↑ A Dance with Dragons, Chapter 22, Tyrion VI.
- ↑ A Dance with Dragons, Chapter 25, The Windblown.


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If you are going to install MEPIS Linux 7.0 as a replacement for Microsoft Windows, it is a good idea to consolidate and back up your files and other data currently stored in Windows. Even if you are planning to dual-boot, you should make a backup of this data in case of unforseen problems during the install.
Locate all of your files, such as office documents, pictures, video, or music:
Depending on the email or calendar program you use, your email and calendar data may not be saved in an obvious location or under an obvious file name. Most email or scheduling applications (such as Microsoft Outlook) are able to export this data in one or more file formats. Consult your application's help documentation to find out how to export the data.
If you have a copy of the original WinXP CD (SP2 only!), insert it into your drive when you're in Windows and when the autorunner starts choose Perform additional tasks --> Transfer Files and Settings, then Old computer to backup most of your files and preferences for Windows-based programs to a file on your hard disk, which can then be burnt to a CD or DVD for restoration later if things go wrong.
NOTES: 1) The resulting file can grow to huge proportions. There is no option to split the file if it grows too big, so choose the option to transfer only the settings and copy the remaining files you want to keep separately. 2) Do not rely on this method to backup email and browser data for other programs than Microsoft's own.
Although not usually stored in readable files that can be backed up, it's important to remember to make note of various account information you may have saved in your computer. Your automatic log-in data for websites or services like your ISP will have to be entered in all over again, so make sure to store off disk the information you need to access these services again. Examples include:
Web browser favorites (a.k.a. bookmarks) are often overlooked during a backup, and they are not usually stored in a conspicuous place. Most browsers contain a utility to export your bookmarks to a file, which can then be imported into the web browser of your choice in MEPIS Linux. Here are some export methods for common web browsers:
Many proprietary programs for Windows are not installable without a license key or CD key. Unless you are set on doing away with Windows permanently, make sure you have a license key for any program that requires it. If you do decide to reinstall Windows (or if dual-boot setup goes awry), you will be unable to reinstall these programs without the key.
If you cannot find the paper license that came with your product, you may be able to locate it in the Windows registry, or using keyfinder software (example link below).


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It's Tuesday, July 8, 2008, and here are a few of the stories you'll find in today's edition of The Post-Standard:
"The saddest, proudest day of my life": Read today's story about the reactions of Arthur Dykeman and Brent Crane to the outpouring of support for their brother and friend from the Central New York community.We have also posted Dykeman's and Crane's letters to Staff Writer Suzanne Ellis in their entirety.
Police: Palermo man committed sex act on 14-year-old girl: Oswego County sheriff's deputies have charged Richard H. West Jr., 21, of 25 Bradshaw Road with a felony and a misdemeanor.
Oswego ARISE has open house today: The community-based independent living center, run by and for people with disabilities, will have an open house from 3 to 6 p.m. today (July 8).
That's it for now, but keep checking back at syracuse.com for breaking news from Oswego County, Central New York and beyond. Have a good one.


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Southern New Jersey band Case Closed will be taking a break from recording their debut album with producer Jesse Cannon (Saves The Day, Say Anything) to play Ye Olde Ale House in Mechanicsburg on Feb. 18, as part of the Millennium Music Conference.
Audience members can look forward to their indie pop stylings, which have been featured on Live at 5 on Radio104.5 Philadelphia.
Check out a sampler of music from their EP "This is Bad. That was Terrible" in the video below.
The complete lineup at Ye Olde Ale House is as follows:
Friday 9 p.m. - Ivan Swangren
Friday 10 p.m. - Christopher Wilson Band
Friday 11 p.m. - Case Closed
Friday 12 a.m. - Panic Years
Saturday 9 p.m. - Ryan Myles Band
Saturday 10 p.m. - Atomic Solace
Saturday 11 p.m. - Andrew Greacen
Saturday 12 a.m. - Jamie Alimorad
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Senior forward Chris Fennell poured in 19 points, including nine in a 15-2 third-quarter surge, and grabbed 10 rebounds to help bring Delaware Valley High from a five-point halftime deficit to a 54-46 victory over visiting Voorhees in a Skyland Conference-Raritan Division matchup Thursday night.
"Man, this is one we needed, coming off a tough loss at Somerville on Tuesday," said Delaware Valley Head Coach Eric Jacobs. "Fennell had a great game and is starting to really play some good basketball coming back from that injury, and he's now a threat to score. And I felt we played some very good defense in that third period.
"We were down at half, didn't panic, but came right back. I think the key was that we handled their pressure, and we made some big shots in the third period and just shut them down. Voorhees has some athletic kids and we managed to take away what they like to do, and that is to shoot the ball in the paint.
"We changed things up a bit in the second half, and we got some great performances off the bench by a pair of unsung seniors in Chris Flora and Mike Owens. Both of those guys gave us quality minutes. They don't score a whole lot but play great floor games. Flora had some key rebounds (four) and Owens is a bull on the boards as well. I give them all the credit. They both give everything they have every moment they're out there. Stuff like that gets overlooked, but not by me."
DelVal (7-11) was down 32-25 when Vikings' center Pat Meade hit a driving lay up to open the second half. But that turned out to be the only points scored by VHS in the third period. Fennell went on a tear to lead a 15-0 run as the Terriers took a 40-32 lead into the final period.
Fennell hit a back-door layup off a feed from Pete Christ, made one of two free throws, and then came back with a driving layup as he was fouled. He hit the free throw for the three-point play and DelVal was within 32-31 with 5:14 left in the quarter.
Christ hit a jumper from the key to give the Terriers the lead for good at 33-32 with 4:49 left and Fennell came right back with a driving layup down the right baseline, was fouled again and hit the free throw for a 36-32 lead.
DelVal sophomore Anthony Capone hit a fall-away jumper from the key and junior center Craig Gares finished off the run with a fast-break layup off a steal by Christ with 6.2 seconds left in the period and the 40-32 lead.
Voorhees clawed its way back into the game as Mitch Palmer heaved in eight fourth-period points, including a three-point basket. But Fennell put back an offensive rebound with 1:18 left to make it 51-44, senior Chris Flora hit a free throw and Fennell put the icing on the cake with 2.8 seconds left with a pair of free throws.
Capone finished with 16 points, seven in the final period to help to keep a comfortable lead, while Christ threw in 12 points, dished off five assists and grabbed 10 rebounds.
"Capone has just been super since we called him up from the JV," Jacobs said. "He's still learning on the job, but he can play this game, and play it well. Pete Christ is so steady for us, and does so much on the floor, like his rebounding tonight."
For the Vikings again, one bad period left too much damage to overcome.
"We can't keep playing three periods a game, because this is what happens," said VHS Head Coach Sparky Nanni. "We had the lead and were making shots, but then in the second half they didn't fall and it's the same old bugaboo. We matched up well with them but they made shots and we didn't. They got the big rebounds and we didn't. We always play hard, and I can never fault the effort, just the final result. We've got to find a way to play a complete game."
Palmer and Meade finished with 10 points each for the Vikes while Collin Bravoco had seven, all in the first half.
FREE THROWS — DelVal lost 54-48 at Somerville Feb. 7 after trailing by just a point with 1:30 left in the game. The Terriers eventually had to chase and foul and the Pioneers hit the key free throws to prevail. Capone had 18 points, 13 when DelVal took a 15-11 first-period lead, Christ finished with 12 and Fennell eight.
"It was a shame because I really felt we outplayed them for the most part," said Jacobs after the game. "Capone had another big game for us but their big guys killed us, and they were 14 for 16 from the free-throw line. We only took five free throws the whole game and made just two. It was a tough loss."
Voorhees (5-15) lost all three of its games last week, starting with a 20-point loss at Hunterdon Central. The game was tied at 19 after the first period but the Vikes faded in the second and third periods, managing just 10 points total. Jack Caffrey led the Vikes with 18 points and Meade had 12 along with10 rebounds.
The Vikes fell behind by 10 at halftime before losing 41-37 to High Point in an inter-conference game Saturday morning in Sussex. Meade led VHS with 14 points, Sam Caffrey had nine and Ryan Wall eight.
"We got down early but battled back to get to within three with 10 seconds to play but couldn't get that big shot," said Nanni. "We took a three-point attempt at the buzzer but it hit off the front of the rim. We were that close, but played three quarters of good basketball again and did a great defensive job in the second half."


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We love to decorate for Halloween. We can't get enough pumpkins, candy corn and cobwebs. This year I created these Halloween signs to add to our decorations! There are Welcome Trick-or-Treaters sings for the front door. Signs to leave with your bowl of candy if you won't be home to pass out treats. If you're having a party, there a signs for you buffet table. There are also fun decorative signs for everyone! My favorite is the Broom Parking.
Many sites charge for printables like these, but at The Prudent Patron we love free. You can download all of these Halloween Printables for FREE by clicking the links below. You can also print as many as you like. Find the ones which fit in perfectly with your decorations this year!
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Results tagged ' Mike Stanton '
Roundup: The Tigers have arrived to the GM Meetings
It was the Marlins who staked their claim in Orlando on Tuesday, when they traded Dan Uggla to the Braves and agreed on a three-year contract with John Buck. Wednesday is the day of the Tigers, apparently. The club agreed on a three-year, $16.5 million contract with setup man Joaquin Benoit, according to reports. Also, Detroit is said to be going after power-hitting lefty outfielder/first baseman/potential designated hitter Adam Dunn.
SI.com first reported the two sides were quickly coming together on a
deal, but ESPN.com followed up by saying nothing is imminent just yet.
Here's more from the second full day of the General Managers Meetings …
* Diamondbacks new general manager Kevin Towers is apparently kicking the tires on a potential trade of franchise player Justin Upton.
The Red Sox, according to USA Today, are said to be the ideal
candidate, but the New York Post wrote that the Marlins and Rays — and
perhaps the Yankees — are prime candidates.
* White Sox chairman Jerry Reinsdorf confirmed to the Chicago Sun-Times that he would've let manager Ozzie Guillen go
to the Marlins if they would've given up the specific high-level player
he sought. Reinsdorf didn't say who, but he denied it was Mike Stanton.
* In need of a lefty bat, the White Sox have engaged in talks with Hideki Matsui,
according to SI.com. Matsui expressed interest in a return to the
Angels, but they'd like to keep DH a revolving door with so many
veterans in their lineup.
* Six to eight teams have spoken to free-agent starter Carl Pavano, according to The Washington Post, which names the Nationals as one of them. The Marlins, a source told MLB.com, are another.
* The Athletics traded speedy outfielder Rajai Davis to the Blue Jays in exchange for Minor Leaguers Trystan Magnuson and Daniel Farquhar, the club announced. Toronto also released right-hander Shawn Hill.
* The Rockies have expressed interest in A's third baseman Kevin Kouzmanoff, according to The Denver Post, which added that Jose Lopez, Jorge Cantu and Ty Wigginton are also on the club's radar.
* Brandon Webb is also reportedly drawing interest. According to
ESPN.com, the Dodgers, Pirates, Twins and Rangers have shown interest in
the right-hander.
* Seven to eight teams are reportedly interested in Jorge de la Rosa,
who is one of the top free-agent starters once you get past Cliff Lee.
The Rockies are a team that would like to keep him, but not if he gets an offer eclipsing four years.
— Alden Gonzalez
Cody Ross still available
The Marlins aren't going to force anything, but for the right price, they will trade outfielder Cody Ross by Saturday's 4 p.m. ET Trade Deadline.
The Braves and Red Sox remain teams interested in Ross, who is batting .272 with nine homers and 52 RBIs.
Several other clubs could be in the mix, and the Marlins are on the fence of which direction to go with the outfielder.
One source said it may go down to whether the Marlins win or loss on Friday at the Padres.
Ross, who is making $4.45 million in his second season of arbitration, does not fit into the team's long-range plans.
The Marlins on Thursday traded Jorge Cantu, and the team cleared all but $600,000 of the $2.2 million that remains on his $6 million deal.
A prime reason Cantu was dealt was because he didn't fit into the club's future.
The Marlins have several outfielders they are wanting to get a look at, including Bryan Petersen, Emilio Bonifacio and Cameron Maybin, who is in Triple-A New Orleans.
When the Marlins traded Cantu, the team noted that it was looking to position the roster for now and into the future. In 2012, they move into a retractable-roof ballpark, and they want to be as competitive as possible. Already, 20-year-old Mike Stanton is gaining valuable playing time in right field, and he projects to be a future star.
By moving Cantu on Thursday, prospect Logan Morrison was given the job in left field. The Marlins have high hopes for Morrison, who promises to be a centerpiece player in the years to come.
— Joe Frisaro
Cody Ross off the market?
Chris Coghlan's knee injury has the Marlins reconsidering their trade options. The player who most is impacted is Cody Ross.
For weeks, the club has fielded trade offers for the versatile outfielder. Yet, losing Coghlan, coupled with the team being over .500, has the Marlins leaning towards keeping Ross.
Ross, who is making $4.45 million, has one more arbitration season remaining. For the right offer, the Marlins would consider trading Ross, who has attracted attention from the Braves, Dodgers and Red Sox. But the deal would have to completely make sense.
Also, moving Ross would be a sign they team is throwing in the towel on their chances this season.
Based on how they're playing, Coghlan's injury has the Marlins re-evaluating.
Coghlan has a torn left meniscus in his left knee. If surgery is required, he will be out six to eight weeks, which means he could be lost for the rest of the season.
With Coghlan out, prospect Logan Morrison has been called up from Triple-A New Orleans. Morrison and Emilio Bonifacio are expected to split time in left field, replacing Coghlan.
Ross is the club's best defensive outfielder, and he's been a steady influence on rookie right fielder Mike Stanton. The Marlins are realistic about their playoff hopes, but with the team winning eight of 11 since the All-Star Break has management considering staying the course for the remainder of the season.
The player most likely to be traded is Jorge Cantu. Coghlan has been considered the option to move from left field to third base if Cantu is dealt. Bonifacio is an option to play third, or platoon the position with Wes Helms.
— Joe Frisaro


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As expected, second baseman Luis Castillo is not in the lineup. He is nursing a bone bruise in his left heel. He left before the eighth inning on Saturday. Castillo told reporters his foot has bothered him since spring training.
He will wear an orthopedic support to aid the foot. Mets manager Jerry Manuel does not expect Castillo to miss more than one game.
Meanwhile, catcher Rod Barajas will be back in the lineup.
Here are the full lineup as Oliver Perez (0-2, 4.05 ERA) faces Tim Lincecum (4-0, 1.70 ERA):
1. Angel Pagan, CF
2. Alex Cora, 2B
3. Jose Reyes, S
4. Jason Bay, LF
5. David Wright, 3B
6. Ike Davis, 1B
7. Jeff Francoeur, RF
8. Rod Barajas, C
9. Oliver Perez, P
1 Aaron Roward, CF
2. Andres Torres, LF
3. Pablo Sandoval, 1B
4. Juan Uribe, SS
5. Eli Whiteside, C
6. Nate Schierholtz, RF
7. Matt Downs, 2B
8. Ryan Rohlinger, 3B
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Only six more weeks of winter!
February 4, 2010 - Kevin Sweeney
Every Feb. 2, a bunch of guys in top hats in Punxatawney, Pa., pulls a groundhog named Phil out of his lair, give him a cup of coffee, and ask him if he sees his shadow. If he does, we supposedly get six more weeks of winter.
This year, Phil did indeed see his shadow, and therefore the decree has gone forth. Winter will last six more weeks.
To which Minnesotans say, "Only six more weeks of winter? Huzzah!"
Six weeks from Feb. 2 is March 9. In New Ulm, on March 9, the average high temp is 37°, and the average low is 13°. Last year the high on March 9 was 34° and the low was 30°. Two days later, the high was 6° and the low was -4°.
Minnesotans know better than to put away their winter coats and overshoes in early March. We know Old Man Winter is heading out the door, but there's always a chance he'll turn around, like the old TV detective Columbo, and say, "Oh, just one more thing..." and hit us with a blizzard.
So, as far as Phil's prognostications go, who cares?
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