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The Best Water Bottle Review
Which water bottle is the best? To find out, we took ten of the most popular bottles on the market and put them through three months of testing! We used them for everything from rock climbing and mountain biking to the yoga mat and the office. Furthermore, we tested each product in our lab and rated them for their effect on the taste of water, resistance to retaining flavors, durability, and ease of cleaning. In the end, we did find a winner. However, we also found various options that offer top performance in niche categories. From the field, to the office, and in the lab, we asked a lot from these bottles. Read on to see how they performed and which bottle is best for your lifestyle and outdoor adventures.
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Test Results and Ratings
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Analysis and Award Winners
Review by:
Ross Robinson
Senior Review Editor
Last Updated:
May 19, 2015
Best Overall Water Bottle
Klean Kanteen Classic 27
Best Bang for the Buck
Nalgene Wide Mouth 32
Top Pick for Hot & Cold Liquids
Hydro Flask Insulated 32
Top Pick for Eco-Health
Lifefactory Classic 22
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Analysis and Test Results
When selecting your next water bottle, there are a few things to consider. Do I want a metal, glass or plastic bottle? A screw cap or a straw for sipping? Do I need it to keep my drinks hot or cold for extended amounts of time? The water bottles tested for this review hosted a variety of differences in materials, lid types, volume, insulation, and even rigidity. To help you navigate the increasingly varied world of water bottles, we've outlined the primary features, advantages, and disadvantages of each major category.
For assistance in choosing the right water bottle for you, check out our Buying Advice article.
Types of Water Bottles
There are many different ways to categorize bottles - by activity, by size, and by design; however, in this section we will break down the products in this review first by discussing the materials used. This is especially critical since the materials used to produce water bottles have become a topic of increasing debate. Although plastic bottles can offer advantages in weight, versatility, and price, many consumers have made the switch to metal and glass bottles due to potential health concerns of storing liquids in plastic containers. We've highlighted the pros and cons of each bottle type, as well as dug into the main issue concerning plastic bottles.
Water bottles with plastic bodies have long been a favorite choice among reusable bottle fans, and they remain the most commonly seen type of bottle at local rock climbing crags, campsites, and the gym. This is not without reason. Plastic is very lightweight, versatile, and often inexpensive. It can also be formed into any variety of shapes, making for many ergonomically pleasing bottles. Plastic is also translucent, allowing you to manage and keep track of your water consumption. Furthermore, plastic bottles are strong and durable, able to withstand most abuse, even from your freezer. Oh yeah, and they come in pretty much any color you can imagine, so you can match it to your mountain bike or purple laptop cover. These bottles are well-suited for a variety of activities, and are especially handy on backpacking trips and excursions lasting more than one day.
When we tested the bottles on how well they resist retaining flavors from a sport drink mix, three of the plastic bottles landed at the bottom of the list (see How We Test). Although the AVEX Brazos 32 and Nalgene Wide Mouth 32 fared very well, the Vapur Element 1L, Platypus PlusBottle, and CamelBak eddy .75L significantly held onto flavors in our tests. Also, although durability is one of their advantages, plastic bottles will break before metal bottles will when put under extreme stress. Some of the plastic bottles we tested, like the Nalgene and AVEX Brazos, are too large to fit into most cup holders, making them less handy to use while driving. Lastly, there is the potential danger of the chemicals in the plastic leaching out over time. All the water bottles tested in this review are BPA-free, yet there is mounting concern that BPA is not the only chemical from plastic that poses a threat to one's health.
What is BPA? And what is all the fuss about? As leaders in the field of gear reviewing, we believe it is our responsibility to make consumers aware of issues like this that involve the products we review. We've summarized the information currently available below to help you decide for yourself how you want to approach this controversy.
BPA and Estrogenic Activity
BPA (Bisphenol A) is a plastic-hardening chemical that has been abandoned in the water bottle industry in response to scientific research indicating its health risks. Over time, common stresses like hot liquids and exposure to UV light cause the bottle to break down, causing the chemicals used in the plastic to leach into the contents (typically water) of the bottle through direct contact.
The primary concern with BPA is that this chemical has been shown to be an endocrine disrupter in animal tests (See this scholarly article or this one.) This means that once inside the body, it can mimic the natural female sex hormone by attaching to estrogen-recognizing receptors, stimulating what is commonly referred to as estrogenic activity (EA). This would create a false presence of estrogen within the body. There is concern that in humans, this can lead to a host of potentially negative consequences in fetal and child development, as well as the reproductive system. (See this report from the National Toxicology Program for more).
Today, plastic manufacturers use alternative plastic-hardeners to avoid using BPA, and proclaim that fact loudly. Every bottle in this review came with a large sticker or tag indicating that it is BPA-free. However, the potential problem of other chemicals leaching into the contents of your bottle is not fully resolved.
What about other chemicals?
Although most water bottle manufacturers no longer use BPA, the problem is that BPA is only one of hundreds (or even thousands) of chemicals used to produce plastics. Other chemicals, including plastic softeners like phthalates, have also been called out as endocrine disrupters that lead to unnatural estrogenic activity. Six phthalates are currently banned by the FDA in the US, and even more in Europe. Unfortunately, there is very little research into the health risks of these and other chemicals, including those now used in place of BPA. Consider this quote from an article in Environmental Health Perspectives (a monthly peer-reviewed journal published with support from three federal U.S. health agencies):
"The exact chemical composition of almost any commercially available plastic part is proprietary and not known. A single part may consist of 530 chemicals, and a plastic item containing many parts (e.g., a baby bottle) may consist of ≥ 100 chemicals, almost all of which can leach from the product, especially when stressed. Unless the selection of chemicals is carefully controlled, some of those chemicals will almost certainly have EA, and even when using all materials that initially test EA free, the stresses of manufacturing can change chemical structures or create chemical reactions to convert an EA-free chemical into one with EA." (Full article available here.)
That said, much of the scientific research surrounding EA and its effects is murky, controversial, and entangled with lawsuits.
What's being done about it?
The safety of consuming water from plastic bottles remains very controversial. The plastic industry claims that their plastics are completely safe and do not pose any health risks. According to their own research, only trace amounts of chemicals are ever leached, and these small amounts are quickly removed from the bloodstream through normal bodily processes. However, we feel that more independent research and scientific studies are necessary in order to come to this conclusion. In essence, a lack of scientific evidence does not equal proof that these chemicals are safe for humans. As pressure from the consumer market mounts, it is likely that more studies will be conducted concerning this matter.
I need something unbreakable, what do I do?
So, we're left with a complicated situation. The label BPA-free does not appear to mean that the product is free of estrogenic activity (EA), which seems to have been the very issue originally raised with regard to BPA itself. Yet, the science is murky as to what effect, if any, EA has on humans (maybe it just passes through your body harmlessly, or maybe not). So, what should you do if you want to protect yourself from potentially harmful compounds?
We think the conservative approach is to go with glass or stainless steel. Products made of glass and stainless steel are quite competitive, and in many outdoor activities, the added cost, weight, and breakage risk (in the case of glass), is just not a big deal. The potential health benefits will justify a bit more weight and cost for many consumers.
That said, those who choose the weight, durability, and other noted advantages of modern plastic water bottles, can know that we've looked carefully at this issue, and we found no scientific study that definitively proves a serious health risk.
Nonetheless, if you do use a plastic water bottle, we do recommend these practices:
For more practical advice on using plastics, in particular with regard to their potential impact on infants or a pregnant woman, be sure to check out this article, published by our sister site, BabyGearLab.
I want to do more research
For further research, the following articles provide more details:
Environmental Health Perspectives article
Mother Jones article
BabyGearLab's take on plastic baby bottles
More on BPA from the Endocrine Society (skip to page 58)
Stainless Steel
Stainless steel bottles, like the Klean Kanteen Classic 27, Klean Kanteen Insulated 20, and the Hydro Flask Insulated 32, hold the champion's belt when it comes to longevity and durability. With proper care, they very well could last you your life. They can also take a severe beating without losing a single drop of liquid, although they will show signs of wear, such as dents and scratches. However, the plastic caps on these stainless steel bottles will likely break before the bottle ever will. The metal bottles we tested were all made from food grade 18/8 stainless steel, which is widely accepted as not having the health concerns of plastics, as noted above.
Metal options were formerly criticized for their heavier weight, but this is becoming a thing of the past. The Klean Kanteen is only slightly heavier than the rigid plastic bottles in this review. The small margin of difference is even easier to see when considering its weight in relationship to its volume: the Classic comes in at 0.27 ounces per fluid ounce held, while the Nalgene weighs 0.20 oz/fl oz.
This improvement in weight allows non-insulated metal bottles like the Klean Kanteen Classic to be justified for use on longer, multi-day trips. They can even serve as an emergency (or even primary) cooking vessel, although this is the exception rather than the rule. If every ounce counts, then plastic is going to be a better option. If not an issue, though, we find the added durability of a metal bottle to be a significant advantage. The Hydro Flask and Klean Kanteen Insulated did weigh significantly more than the plastic bottles (yet less than the glass bottles) due to the additional materials required for insulation.
The packaging on both Klean Kanteen bottles we tested claims that they do not "retain or impart flavors" on the liquids stored in them. However, in our tests, we found that they both imparted a metallic smell and/or taste on their contents. They also retained flavors to some extent when tested, falling in the middle of the pack in this criterion. In contrast, the Hydro Flask Insulated performed very well in the above tests.
The Hydro Flask did a great job of not retaining flavors from previous beverages. Even coffee couldn't leave its strong taste behind in this water bottle.
For water purists, glass is the way to go. In our testing, we found that water tastes best from glass bottles. Both the Lifefactory Classic 22 and Contigo Purity products scored well in the general taste and 24 hour taste tests, although they did slightly hold onto the flavor of the sports drinks used in our flavor retention tests. Additionally, glass is generally considered a safe material for storing food and liquids. Respected organizations like the Environmental Working Group have long lists of concerns about plastics, yet cite glass as a safe alternative.
(Find the full article here).
Both glass bottles in this review were designed for day-to-day use; they fit well into car cup holders (the Lifefactory was a very convenient size) and they have smaller volumes that reflect this intended use.
Glass does have two obvious drawbacks: weight and fragility. Both of these qualities make glass bottles a poor choice for most backcountry adventures. While well-suited for the office or studio workouts, they are simply too cumbersome to be taken on backpacking trips and too fragile for the average outdoor climbing session.
For more information on other water bottle features, check out our Buying Advice.
Criteria for Evaluation
We scored all ten bottles using the results from five criteria: ease of use, taste, durability, ease of cleaning, and weight. Below we summarized how we tested within each criterion and highlighted the best and worst contenders.
Ease of Use
As hydration is the main purpose of a water bottle, we measured how easy (or difficult) it is to fill up and drink from each bottle. We also considered the likelihood of spilling when drinking, and we noted any signs of leakage.
Overall, the wider the mouth, the easier to fill, but also the more difficult it was to drink from. Somewhat of a surprise, we really enjoyed drinking from the AVEX Brazos. The AUTOSEAL lid mechanism works very well, allowing users to get a quick and easy gulp without unscrewing any caps; it also passed our leak test. The Klean Kanteen Classic scored well here as well, since it's simple and easy to use. The width of the opening is wide enough for easy filling and ice cubes, but small enough to drink from without spilling. Lifefactory performed well here too. We liked drinking out of glass the best, and this bottle's shape felt great in our hands.
The CamelBak eddy lost points here because it failed the leak test and only provides a slow flow of water. Although it didn't leak a huge amount, it was more than we would want ending up on our laptops/phones. The straw design was quick to use, but did not allow for satisfactory gulps. It's for sipping, not gulping, which we found annoying when we needed water the most (like during workouts). The Platy PlusBottle lost points since it's awkward to drink from and easy to knock over.
Not only do we want to hydrate using our water bottles, we also want the water to taste good. Some bottles imparted flavors on the liquids they contain, a characteristic that we definitely did not appreciate. And if you store liquids like flavored drink mixes and coffee in a bottle for a day, some bottles will retain that taste and pass it on to the next thing you put in the bottle, even after washing.
For our taste metric, we combined the results from three separate tests performed on each bottle. First, we filled each bottle and took a drink to check for any immediate effects on taste. Second, we left them filled with water for a period of 24 hours before taste testing them again. Finally, we filled each bottle with a flavored sports drink mix, left them sitting for 24 hours, emptied the bottles, and hand washed each bottle with soap and warm water. Then, the bottles were filled with tap water and taste tests were conducted to see if we could detect any residual flavors from the sports drink.
If your bottle is retaining flavors, trying soaking it in a mixture of 1 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp vinegar, then fill the bottle with water. Let it sit overnight, following up in the morning with a thorough rinsing.
Both glass bottles, Lifefactory and Contigo came out with top scores in this category. They did not impart flavors on the water and kept water relatively fresh-tasting, even in our 24 hour test. Furthermore, both bottles proved resistant to retaining flavors from other non-water liquids used to fill the bottle. No bottle scored perfectly in this test, as the drink mix was detectable in each bottle. However, the effect on taste was very minimal in the glass bottles, and after cleaning them again with baking soda and vinegar, they returned to "like new" tastes.
Two plastic bottles, the Nalgene and AVEX Brazos, also scored very well in this metric. The other plastic bottles did not fare as well here, with the two collapsible bottles, the Platy PlusBottle and Vapur Element, retaining strong flavors of sports drink and even soap. The CamelBak eddy's straw imparted a strong rubbery taste on the water, and also retained the flavor of the sports drink rather significantly. The stainless steel bottles fell in the middle of the pack in these tests, neither soaring nor flailing.
The durability of a bottle is a major determining factor in value, especially if you're relying on only one vessel as your water source. Going from stream to stream in the backcountry, you need to know that your bottle won't break and leave you without water. Based on years of outdoor experience, the OutdoorGearLab team knows that collapsible models tend to be less durable than their rigid counterparts due to frequent stress on flex points. Meanwhile, the bodies of rigid contenders are usually very durable, but often have failure points on the lids. To come up with a score in this category, we considered the type of material used for the bottle and cap. The stainless steel and rigid plastic bottles scored at the top of the materials test, with glass falling in the middle and collapsible bottles scoring the lowest.
Each bottle was also subjected to two drop tests. We filled the bottles with water and dropped them 3.5 feet onto a concrete surface, once on the bottom of the bottle and once on the cap. The Vapur Element and Platy PlusBottle proved that their flexible properties allow them to take a serious hit, walking away almost completely unscathed. We did have some bottles fail the drop test. The AVEX Brazos busted when its bottom hit the hard ground, while the Hydro Flask Insulated and Contigo both broke when dropped on their caps. All the other bottles survived with minor cosmetic damages. The biggest surprise in our drop tests was that the Lifefactory walked away with its integrity intact. The silicone sleeve and plastic cap did a sufficient job in absorbing the impact force, keeping the glass from shattering.
Ease of Cleaning
Even the dirtiest outdoor enthusiasts wash their bottles once in a while. At least, we hope they do. In this metric, we used a standard bottle brush and timed how long it took to hand-wash each bottle. Although some of these bottles are labeled as dishwasher-safe, we decided to rate with hand-washing times for two reasons: 1) Not everyone has access to a dishwasher, especially in the great outdoors, and 2) As you read above, we do not recommend washing plastic components in the dishwasher. Lastly, we also factored in the number of parts and their complexity.
We highly recommend purchasing a bottle brush to make cleaning you bottles quicker and easier (and less frustrating!).
In general, the wider the mouth of the bottle, the easier it was to clean. The Hydro Flask Insulated and Nalgene bottles scored the highest in this category. They are both simple designs with wide mouths, allowing for quick and easy cleaning. On the other side of the spectrum were the bottles with complex parts, including the CamelBak Eddy and the AVEX Brazos. The Vapur Element and Platy PlusBottle proved especially difficult to clean as well. Our bottle brush was too large to fit inside these bottles, and they required many cycles of rinsing to reduce the taste of soap left behind.
Although less consequential in day-to-day use, the weight of an empty water bottle is a major factor when considering which bottle to use on long hikes and multi-day backpacking trips. In this sense, a lighter bottle provides versatility that a heavier bottle does not. When scoring in this category, we weighed the bottles using our own scale and divided by the volume to find out heavy each bottle is per fluid ounce (oz./fluid oz.).
We like to combination of a rigid and a collapsible bottle for multi-day backpacking treks. We prefer the rigid bottle as our primary drinking vessel, and the collapsible as a back-up reservoir.
Unsurprisingly, the Platy PlusBottle and Vapur Element both received perfect scores in this category. They both weigh in under two ounces. The other plastic bottles also scored well in this category, as did the Klean Kanteen Classic. The insulated stainless steel bottles fell toward the bottom, but it was the glass bottles that came in last in this category.
Hydration Alternatives and Accessories
While we believe a water bottle to be essential to anyone's gear arsenal, it might not be all you need. There are alternatives available that perform better than bottles in certain situations, such as when moving and times when you need both hands free. For this, there are hydration bladders and hydration packs, some of which are excellent performers for specific activities. Below we've highlighted some of the uses and qualities of these alternatives.
Hydration Bladders
Geigerrig Hydration Engine include hands-free usage and larger volumes. The bladder, a collapsible reservoir ranging from one to several liters in volume, is attached to a hose that you suck on to draw water into your mouth. On long hikes, these are easier to use for hydration than a water bottle that you have to dig out of your pack each time you need a drink. Most backpacks made today come equipped with a hole for the hydration tube, and some even have a special compartment for a bladder. The downside to hydration bladders is that they are less durable, have shorter life spans, and are harder to clean than water bottles. And in the office, we definitely recommend a bottle over a bladder. See our full Best Hydration Bladder Review
Hydration Packs
CamelBak M.U.L.E., are usually lighter than most backpacks and have good ventilation, making them more comfortable on long days. They make drinking on the move a breeze, and their convenience helps you to stay fully hydrated. Most also feature pockets for storing additional items such as food, first aid kits, and tools. Like hydration bladders, they also are harder to clean and have shorter life spans than water bottles. It's also more difficult to ration your water with these packs. Lastly, hydration packs cost significantly more than water bottles. See our full Best Hydration Pack Review.
Running Hydration Packs
Mountain Bike Hydration Packs
Ask an Expert: Chantel Astorga
Adidas Outdoor athlete Chantel Astorga has been making headlines in the climbing world lately, both with her 2nd ascent of Polarchrome on Mt. Huntington in Alaska (with Jewel Lund) and her record setting speed solo of The Nose on El Capitan, which she completed in 24 hours and 39 minutes. She's no newcomer to the speed climbing world, having set the women's team record three times in previous years, but solo speed climbing is another thing altogether essentially she climbed El Cap twice in a little over 24 hours! Prior to this awesome feat, Chantel had spent four seasons guiding on Denali, and several years as a member of the elite Yosemite Search and Rescue Team. She's also a competitive mountain bike racer, expert skier and professional avalanche forecaster. This multi-sport athlete shared her expertise with us on what water bottles work for various different applications, as well as a cautionary tale about what happens when you run out of what's inside them.
Do you have a favorite type?
I have a 40 ounce Klean Kanteen for everyday use. I've gone through two of them in the last seven years, and that's the one I throw in my pack if I'm going cragging. But that's not what I typically use when I go on big climbs or expeditions. That's my everyday water bottle.
So you use different ones for different sports?
Definitely. When I ski I tend to use a CamelBak, and when I climb in the alpine I use a Nalgene. When I go multi-pitch climbing I usually just use a Gatorade bottle attached to my harness by a piece of p-cord.
Do you have a preference of plastic vs stainless steel?
I think water certainly tastes a lot better out of stainless steel, which is why I use the Klean Kanteen day to day. But in the alpine world, especially when it's cold out, you can put a Nalgene into an insulated pouch and then it doesn't freeze and stays functional. I haven't found anything better than a Nalgene for the alpine environment.
Do you ever use a collapsible model?
I do have a Platypus and I love that thing. I use it if I am going alpine climbing in the summertime where I am not worried about it freezing. I also used it on The Nose. Those things are great.
What about mouthpiece design? Do you prefer and open mouth or a straw feature?
I've never used a straw feature. I think for alpine climbing the wide mouth is far more functional because you can pour hot water out of a pot into it, and the wide mouth makes it easier to refill.
Any features you don't like?
Something with a small top that is hard to fill up. I also don't like bulky or heavy water bottles that have extra stuff on them. I prefer super simple and straightforward designs.
Do you like to use them as hot water heaters in your sleeping bag?
Yes! Nalgenes are good for that, and it's definitely a treat when you are in a cold environment, especially if you're bivying in the middle of a climb. You tend to be cold in those situations, and it warms your soul and refuels you. If you have cold feet or hands it's really nice to have something to hold on to or put next to your feet when you are going to bed.
What's the most water you've ever carried at one time?
When I went to solo Mescalito on El Cap, a friend who had also done the route solo told me that it would probably take me around 12 days. So I took 12 gallons of water with me, and my bags were super heavy. Then, about halfway up the route I realized that I was on a much faster pace than he thought I would take and so I dumped out 4 gallons. I topped out on the morning of Day 7. I had never soloed a wall before and so I think he was probably trying to set me up for success in a way, but it turned out to be too much. What's nice about climbing in Alaska, or places where there is snow, is that you don't have to carry more than 1 or 2 liters at a time. It's easy to just stop and melt snow, and it keeps your pack lighter.
What water bottle setup did you use on your solo speed ascent of the Nose?
I had around 6 liters of water with me both times that I tried the route solo. 2 liters in a CamelBak, a quart on my waist for when I was leading since I was leaving my pack at the anchor, and then I had another quart and another liter in my pack. This worked fine on my first attempt, but on my second try I ran out of water.
What was different the second time?
It was really hot that day with stagnant air, and I just ran out. I think having a CamelBak may have been part of the problem, and I don't think I'd solo with one again. As nice as it is to keep hydrated, it's so easy to just drink it too fast. When you are soloing something you go through water so much faster. I was working hard and just so thirsty all the time.
What happened when you ran out? Were you still able to finish the route?
So, on my second attempt on The Nose I was out of water for around 14 hours. I was super miserable, and I was getting wicked cramps in my forearms and by my scapulae and I just had to keep pushing through it. I knew that if I slowed down too much I wouldn't be able to finish the route and so I just pushed through all that, but I was very dehydrated. When I got into the upper dihedrals I was having these moments where I'd stand at the belay for 10 minutes and stare at my system and make sure I was clipped in and my GriGri was on right. I wasn't hallucinating but I was definitely on the verge and I just felt completely out of it.
I was hoping that when I got to the top I could find some water stashed somewhere, but I was worried about finding it and the whole experience just seemed like the worse thing ever. Then I topped out (after 25 hours and 40 minutes) and there was a brand new 1 gallon jug of water sitting right by the Nose Tree. It was just glistening in the morning sun, and I sat down and drank that whole gallon in about an hour. It was the most wonderful thing in the world.
The whole situation was a little funny to me because of an experience I had this summer. I was in the Canadian Rockies and climbed the Northeast Buttress of Howse Peak with Jewel Lund. It's a big 5000 foot beautiful choss pile of a mountain. We planned to be out for two days on the route, and then descending one morning down a separate descent route. However, when we got to the top we realized that the descent route wasn't in it was totally melted out. So we opted for this 30 mile bushwack out down the Howse River to the highway, and we ended up being just over two days longer than we anticipated. We had already gone light on our food and we had absolutely no food for two days but we did have water. At the time it seemed like the worst thing in the world to run out of food but I was amazed by just how well you can do without food and having water versus only 14 hours without water and having food. You can't even eat your food without water.
— Ross Robinson
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Another public meeting to discuss Yarmouth Mayor Pam Mood's All Hands on Deck initiative is scheduled for Wednesday, March 19, and the mayor says concerns that have been raised about the project will be addressed at that meeting.
The session is set for 6 to 9 p.m. and will be held at the Rodd Grand Hotel.
This will be a follow-up to the well-attended meeting that was held last September at the Mariners Centre.
All Hands on Deck was launched in an effort to get the community involved in improving the area and putting the Yarmouth area on a positive path as it got ready to welcome a new ferry.
While All Hands on Deck was very well received, questions were raised during town council's committee-of-the-whole meeting of Feb. 27 regarding liability and insurance issues and whether the line perhaps should be drawn more clearly between what All Hands on Deck is doing and what the town is doing.
Councillor Phil Mooney asked that the issue be added to the meeting's agenda.
Councillor Danny MacIsaac said he shared Mooney's concerns, but he emphasized that he feels All Hands on Deck is a good initiative.
Mayor Mood said the issues raised were valid ones and that they will be addressed.
"At the follow-up meeting we'll ensure that we help everybody understand what the parameters are, where the town fits, where the community fits, and we'll put it all together and we'll keep moving forward," she said.

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NORTHAMPTON – A Hampshire Superior Court jury Wednesday found Hakam A. McCoy guilty of hitting his former girlfriend with a drinking glass, but acquitted him of kidnapping and other assault charges in her alleged beating.
McCoy, 28, was accused of holding Kristen Johnson against her will in their Florence apartment and beating her on July 12, 2011. Johnson told the jury that McCoy slammed a door against her head, threw her to the floor and bit her during an altercation that grew out of an argument about money. McCoy, who took the stand in his own defense, said the fight was a two-way affair and that he was acting in self-defense.
Although he admitted biting Johnson, McCoy said he did so gently in order to get her to stop scratching him. The jury found him not guilty on that charge. It also acquitted him of throwing Johnson to the floor, slamming her head with the door and holding her against her will.
The jury did find McCoy guilty of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon for hitting Johnson with a pint glass. It also convicted him of malicious destruction of property over $250 for punching a hole in a dresser that belonged to Johnson.
Judge C. Jeffrey Kinder barred prosecutor Carrie Russell from questioning McCoy while he was on the stand about his 2002 conviction for involuntary manslaughter. McCoy pleaded guilty to that charge in connection with the death of his 2-month-old son in Springfield. Prosecutors in that case said that the child had injuries consistent with previous abuse. McCoy served seven years for that crime.
Russell is expected to raise that conviction during her sentencing argument on Monday, however. Defense lawyer Alan Rubin argued prior to the trial that the manslaughter plea has nothing to do with McCoy's current case and asked Kinder to ban cameras from the courtroom. Kinder denied that request.


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Editor's note: This is a letter sent to parents and guardians of Lincoln School students.
January 29, 2008
Dear Parent or Guardian:
I want to take this opportunity to inform you about our efforts to eliminate a pest concern (cockroaches) at Lincoln School.
As you know, your student's health and safety is, and will always be, a top priority for our school and the entire GRPS district. While our staff has worked diligently to resolve the pest issue internally, given the nature and location of this pest, we felt it was warranted to bring in external support to address the issue.
The district has contracted with EnviroSafe, Inc. to perform this service. Controlled pesticide applications, using products approved by the EPA, have been and will continue to be applied. Technicians who are State Licensed and trained in the use of pesticides will do these applications. We began treating the school on December 20th, and will continue periodically until the situation is resolved. These applications occur when school is not in session. The treatments are:
Maxforce bait stations, Maxforce gel and Nibor/Timbor dust application.
In addition to the pesticide applications, the Lincoln staff is taking significant actions to reduce the possibility of pests within the school, including reducing the number of kitchen appliances, requiring food be stored in storage containers, and more.
If you would like more information on pesticides, you may call the National Pesticide Information Center at (800) 858-7378 or the Department of Agriculture at (517) 373-1087. Information may also be found on the web at .
I hope this information is helpful and want to thank you again for your continued support of our school. It is a privilege to serve you and your student. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Fred Finn at the District's Operation's Office at 819-3010 or Steve Kadau, Lincoln School Principal at 819-2672.
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Dandy Hotel Daan Park Branch is in the heart of Taipei, walking distance from Jianguo Flower and Jade Market and Daan Forest Park. This hotel is within close proximity of Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and National Taiwan Museum.
Make yourself at home in one of the 73 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and free minibar items. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary, and LCD televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is included.
Business, Other Amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request).
Hotel reception staff spoke English and internet is free.
The cleanliness of the hotel, and hardworking staff.
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Comfortable stay at Dandy Hotel. Nice and helpful staff. Good breakfast. Free WIFI internet in room. Will stay there again. Location, not near to metro station.


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LANSING -- Police here are looking for a man who they say held up a restaurant late Sunday.
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Back in the Summer Respawn Entertainment, home to the creators (and many of the developers) behind the Call of Duty and Modern Warfare franchises, teased their upcoming project with a single image.
There's now a second one.
It's about as useless as the first, but given the expectations around whatever it is Respawn come up with out the gates, there's no shame in staring at it for a while projecting your hopes and dreams into the blur.
While I could see factories in the first image, in this one I see…well, there's two men in the bottom right. And the sky. So it'll feature men and skies. If I was going to be adventurous I'd say I could also see dinosaurs and a jungle, but I don't feel particularly adventurous today.
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Kenner police have arrested a man accused of raping a teenager five years ago. Randy Perez, 25, 33 Granada St., Kenner, was booked with aggravated rape, according to Detective Shaun Watson, spokesman for the Kenner Police Department.
The rape occurred during the summer of 2008, police said. Perez was an acquaintance of the victim, who was 16 at the time.
The assault allegedly occurred in Perez's bedroom at his residence. Perez asked the girl to his room to retrieve an item, then closed and locked the door once she was inside, the report said.
Perez forced himself on the victim, removed her clothing and raped her, according to the report. The victim told authorities she repeatedly punched him and yelled at him to get off her. Perez stopped only when his telephone rang, the report said.
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Juhu Thukral is the Director of Law and Advocacy at The Opportunity Agenda. She has been an advocate for the rights of low-income and immigrant women in the areas of sexual health and rights, gender-based violence, economic security, and criminal justice for 20 years. Prior to joining The Opportunity Agenda, Ms. Thukral was the founder and Director of the Sex Workers Project at the Urban Justice Center in New York City. She founded the Sex Workers Project in 2001, after recognizing the strong need for an organization that protects the legal rights of sex workers, many of whom are low-income and immigrant women of color. Ms. Thukral envisioned and developed the SWP's legal and programmatic initiatives around sex work and human rights, trafficking in persons, and economic security. She also raised the funding for the project and managed its partnerships with a diverse array of collaborating organizations. Additionally, she is a founding Steering Committee member of the NY Anti-Trafficking Network. Ms. Thukral has spoken extensively on these issues and authored articles that have appeared in American Sexuality Magazine, Feministing.com, Research for Sex Work, and SIECUS Report. She has served as an expert source for a wide range of media outlets, including the Washington Post, Boston Globe, New York Times, Women's eNews, NPR, Democracy Now, Good Morning America, NY1, Village Voice, AlterNet and numerous other venues.
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CASCADE TOWNSHIP, MI - Timing may have been the fortunate part of a crash today that sent a car into the dining area of a McDonald's restaurant in Cascade Township.
No one inside the McDonald's at 5105 28th St. SE was injured, but the crash caused extensive damage.
"I think it was between the morning and afternoon rush, so luckily no one was sitting there," Cascade Township Fire Chief John Sigg said.
Cascade Township firefighters responded about 10:40 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 15 to reports about the car crashing through a wall and into the dining room of the restaurant, just west of I-96.
Sigg said an elderly male driver accidentally put his vehicle into reverse instead of drive and backed up into the dining room. The man, whose name is being withheld, was later revealed to be 97-years-old.
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Did Bruno Make More Money Than a Certain Cowboy Love Story?
Nope! Brokeback Mountain grossed more money than any other gay-oriented film in all the 2000s, beating even Bruno and that terrible Rent.
While we're personally attached to A Home at the End of the World, it was only the 30th best box office earner of the decade, according to IndieWire, which rounded up the gross receipts of queer fare. Here are the Top 15; visit IndieWire for the rest.
1. Brokeback Mountain, 2005 $83,043,761
2. Bruno, 2009 60,054,530
3. The Hours, 2002 $41,675,994
4. Monster, 2003 $34,469,210
5. Milk, 2008 $31,841,299
6. Rent, 2005 $29,077,547
7. Capote, 2005 $28,750,530
8. Frida, 2002 $25,885,000
9. Far From Heaven, 2002 $15,901,849
10. The Next Best Thing, 2000 $14,990,582
11. Y Tu Mama Tambien, 2002 $13,839,658
12. Kinsey, 2004 $10,254,979
13. Transamerica, 2005 $9,015,303
14. The Deep End, 2001 $8,823,109
15. Mulholland Drive, 2001 $7,220,243
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I don't know what you mean, Jack. The headline reads "Did Bruno make…." The headline has always read "Did Bruno make…."
To compare those 2 movies is stupid….
Brokeback Mountain was one of the finest gay movies I have ever watched. And I've watched a lot of them in my long lifetime. ;)
The Hours, Monster, Rent, Frida, Far From Heaven, Y Tu Mama Tambien, Kinsey, The Deep End, and Mulholland Drive are not gay-oriented films.
Monster is about a lesbian serial killer and her relationship with her lover. Far From Heaven is about a woman who discovers her husband's homosexuality. Kinsey is about a bisexual sex researcher who shook the country with his reports on the frequency of homosexual behaviour among both men and women. The Deep End is about a mother struggling both to come to terms with her son's homosexuality and protect him from an abusive sexual partner. Don't know enough about the rest of them to say but these all strike me as being LGBT oriented.
Yeah, Brokeback Mountain's worldwide gross was higher than the movie "Scream". And yet what happened after those two movies were released? We get tons and tons of copies of the movie "Scream" out there, Horro movies, Horros Spoofs etc… and yet NOTHING in the way of another wide release gay film.
Hollywood is so wedded to their own homophobia that even though Brokeback Mountain made more money than tons of of ther much copied movies not one studio has put out a major wide release gay movie since. It's beyond ridiculous.
I don't know what movies you saw, Matt, but, um, yeah, The Hours, Monster, Rent, Frida, Far From Heaven, Y Tu Mama Tambien, Kinsey, The Deep End and Mulholland Dr. are all gay-themed films.
Technically, however, the highest-grossing "gay themed" film of the 00's would be I Know Pronounce You Chuck & Larry (2007), which grossed $120 million.
Gotta agree that many listed are not gay themed movies. Just having a gay character or touching on homosexuality does not make a movie gay themed. Frida, for example, is clearly not gay themed, perhaps gay friendly would be better. I can't imagine anything about "chuck and larry" that was gay friendly.
What does gay-themed movie mean? Do you mean white gay upper class males re-doing the same stories over and over again about the "gay experience" as they have come to ritualize it? Because if so, you are right. There is no such thing as one way to do a movie about being gay. If you think there is- if you are so limited by this straight jacket (no pun intended) then our stories will remain in the ghetto. My definition of a gay movie is one with gays in it. The rest of you placing limitations on the story telling. That's very bad.
Suppose one does a story where the character is gay, but none of the plot really revolves around that. I just got through seeing the movie Fracture on TV. Is that movie about being "heterosexual"? Or is the heterosexuality just there in the background while the real story is told? Now, forgetting for a moment whether we like the particular movie (it was okay as a movie at home), the real issue is that no one feels the need to say "this is a heterosexual theme movie." It is understood to be heterosexual because of relationships involved rather than the key plot of the story. Does that mean it is any less a story about heterosexual characters? What if it were a movie with gay lead following after the killer? This concept is alien to all of us. And that in a nutshell is what has to change to see more interesting things out of Hollywood- not just straight people have to change, but we as gay people too.
I agree with NoDoubleStandards. I'd like to see a movie where there's a gay lead character, but the plot doesn't revolve around homosexuality. I find that TV does this a lot better. Omar Little from HBO's "The Wire" is a prime example of this–he's openly gay, but also a smart, tough stickup man and arguably the most popular character on the show. Also, HBO's criminally underrated prison show "OZ" had two inmates in a relationship, whose problems had nothing to do with homosexuality. It's not exactly shying away from homosexuality–more that it shows that there's more to gays than just being gay. I think that if more "casually" gay characters are included whose sexual orientation plays second tier to a larger purpose, the mainstream media would be a lot more accepting.
And it'd be a lot more interesting than seeing the same tragic gay love/coming out story rehashed by "enlightened" liberal producers over and over again.
yeah, that was basically mulholland drive, where the plot wasnt about beign gay, yet had lesbian characters..im sure there are other filsm liek that
I have to be the only gay guy on the planet who thought Brokeback Mountain was boring. I tried to like it, I really did, but it just felt like heavy handed melodrama to me, gay or not. But my mom really liked it, and it helped her relate to me in some weird way, so that's a nice bonus. But for me it was a bit of a snore festival. When I watched it I got the impression that it wasn't really for gay people, but for straight people interested in learning about gay people or being shocked by gay sex. I feel like for them it was either a Merchant Ivory film, or a horror film, depending on their attitude. All the shocking little twists and turns are probably astounding for people that don't have that much experience with these matters. Two guys in a tent getting it on? It happens. No shock there. Gay guy goes cruising and gets beaten to death? Happens all the time. Tough to see, but we are all aware that these things go on. But to a straight person who has never had any exposure to that, I'm sure it was a roller coaster ride of dramatic tension. But that's just me. I'm sure I missed something. Glad it's out there though. People really seem to enjoy it. Just my opinion.
No. 8 · Cam
Hollywood is so wedded to their own homophobia that even though Brokeback Mountain made more money than tons of of ther much copied movies not one studio has put out a major wide release gay movie since. It's beyond ridiculous.
Yeah. It's kind of like cutting their noses off, to spite their own faces.
I fully agree with you. It is beyond ridiculous.
@ Schlukitz
I think it was the novelty of Brokeback Mountain that made it so financially successful. They tried the same thing again with "Milk" last year, and while the film was still extremely critically-acclaimed, it wasn't able to draw the same amount of audience.
No. 15 · Benjamin
Thank you for sharing your honest opinion on Brokeback Mountain.
As for myself, I enjoyed it thoroughly, but I can appreciate the fact that everyone who saw this film, will have a different reaction to it.
I was just curious as to what you thought about the movie Making Love, if you saw it, which was a ground-breaking film produced in 1985?
No. 18 · schlukitz
I've not seen it, but I added it to Netflix. It sounds wonderful. So many movie's I've not seen. Thanks for the tip.
No. 19 · Benjamin
You're welcome. I think you'll like this one.
Kate jackson was smashing in her role as the "ditched wife" and, as an added bonus, Michael Ontkean and Harry Hamlin are sooooo easy on the eye. ;P
No. 17 · Krakenbwool
That's an interesting point…and a valid one.
I also think the fact that Milk was really more of a political documentary, rather than a love story like Brokeback Mountain, may have had a lot to do with why it did not get the same acclaim.
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Yummy. That's moved up the list.
@ No. 15 · Benjamin
Naw. I thought it was boring in parts too. It plodded along. But that's typical of most Ang Lee movies. I also thought the make-up was TERRIBLE!!! They looked like dudes trying to look like old men.
Were there parts that touched me, yes. But it was also boring at times too.
I was kinda neglegint in my Gay duties and only recently saw Brokeback and you know what? I thought it sucked! Was far from uplifting, had a sad ending with both of them having crappy lives. Sorry not exactaly the portrayal of the Gays I would have liked to see in a mainstream movie. Only reinforced the negative stereotypes about the Gays that ours is a miserable existance……..
Terrwill…..Yes BrokeBack Mtn. showed a miserable gay existance; but that can be the reality of living in parts of Wyoming or Texas. I lived in Wyoming for 15 years. Part of those years in the Lander/Meeteetse area where this film was to have occurred. I was there in the 60's. To me, it was a love story of untold depth, and the shirt inside another (as they changed position) had a profound impression on me. The reality of their lives was amazing.
Terrwill, my thoughts are very much the same as Peter's. Brokeback Mountain was not meant to be a "feel-good" movie where everyone lives happily ever after. Will and Grace can do that for us.
As we all well know, life is not like that and, as in all relationships, people get hurt. It's inevitable.
I think that the central message of the movie, and a sad one indeed, is the denial of one's feelings for the other, which was indeed, graphically illustrated to us in the shirt position change scene at the end of the movie.
What could have been, if only being true to one's self, is the message that hits us like a ton of bricks and for which we weep.
"Suppose one does a story where the character is gay, but none of the plot really revolves around that."
Woodstock, for starters. There have been several where the main character's sexual identity was treated as incidental. In Bruges is another good example.
"Brokeback Mountain" was a beautifully conceived film done with meticulous attention to period detail. A true classic. But beyond the gay theme, the first 40 minutes or so is one of the greatest and most realistic depictions of hard physical labor ever put on the screen.
It was a great achievement, for us and for film.
Also, the young cast threw themselves into it and all did a terrific job, but what Heath Ledger, an Australian, did in transforming himself into that conflicted American cowboy was nothing short of grandeur. His talent is sorely missed.
No. 26 · schlukitz & No. 28 · romeo: I agree the film was well made, the actors def put a lot into it. I just had the expectations that I wouldn't want to finish out the night with a bottle of booze and be depressed when the ending credits ran!
I wanted them to be sitting at the cabin old and Gay…. :-}
@Terrwill #30: LOL That's what we're all hoping for!
But what was on the screen was the reality of those days. I've talked to many men "of a certain age" about the film, and they all agree. It was incredibly accurate.


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GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Rep. Justin Amash is taking up his familiar opposition to drone strikes and indefinite detention of terrorist suspects with three proposed changes to a military spending bill up for debate Thursday.
Amash, R-Cascade Township, is either named or has worked on proposed changes to the National Defense Authorization Act that would bar federal officials from killing Americans with drones on U.S. soil and prohibit indefinite detention.
The NDAA, which authorizes military spending, is a perennial target of Amash. He has failed on multiple occasions to strike its indefinite detention language, and this year also has drone strikes in his crosshairs.
The sophomore lawmaker has harped on the legislation for its perceived threats to civil liberties, going so far as to allege earlier this year that it allows the government to "(snatch) Americans from their homes."
The U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday afternoon will begin debating more than 170 proposed tweaks to the NDAA, with a final vote expected Friday.
Of the amendments up for discussion, Amash is attached in some way to three. One would bar the use of lethal force against Americans on U.S. soil, including through drone strikes.
Another would ban the indefinite detention of terrorist suspects under the NDAA. Amash is not named on the amendment, but he worked with its sponsors because it is similar to changes he proposed in the past.
The third amendment would require the Defense Department to furnish to Congress a declassified report each year the names of any U.S. citizen in military custody.
That change also would require feds to provide legal justification for said citizen's "continued detention," and details of "steps the Executive Branch is taking to either provide them some judicial process, or release them."
Amash and other critics of the indefinite detention language have faced pushback from its supporters, including Sen. Carl Levin, the retiring lawmaker whose seat Amash might seek.
Levin, who chairs the Senate Armed Services Committee, has accused the NDAA's opponents of mischaracterizing the indefinite detention provision.
Last year, Levin penned a column chiding critics of the law.
"At its core, the NDAA reaffirms already existing U.S. law on the military detention of individuals captured in the country's fight against al Qaeda," wrote Levin, who announced this year he will not seek a seventh term in 2014.
Even if the House adopts the amendments Amash worked on, it was unclear whether he would support the bill. He has voted against the legislation each year.
His fellow West Michigan congressman, Republican Rep. Bill Huizenga of Zeeland, still is examining the bill, but so far sees no reason to vote no, spokesman Brian Patrick said.
"He's never an automatic yes on a bill," Patrick said of Huizenga. "Right now he doesn't see any road blocks but he's continuing to examine the legislation."


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FLORENCE, Ala. -- Schoolchildren and some workers in northwest Alabama are getting a day off because of the threat of winter weather.
Administrators shut down classes today in Lauderdale and Colbert counties because of the possibility that snow and sleet could make travel dangerous.
The National Weather Service issued a winter storm warning that said accumulations of as much as 4 inches were possible in the northwest corner of the state. Forecasters said accumulations of 2 inches could occur north of a line from Cherokee to Rogersville.
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Olah faxed in his national letter of intent on Tuesday, officially making him a Wildcat after a complication prevented him from faxing the letter in November.
"I'm really excited," Olah said to PurpleWildcats.com on Monday. "I think and I know NU is the best place for me to be in. Academically and basketball-wise."
The addition of Olah helps sure up Northwestern's center position, which has seen its share of struggles during Carmody's tenure. Last season, 6-foot-8 forward John Shurna was forced to assume the role of center when Luka Mirkovic was inefficient.
Olah, a 7-foot, 275-pounder, will provide the big man that Northwestern has needed.
"With the addition of Alex, we add a powerful and talented big man to the team," said NU head coach Carmody in a statement. "Alex has a unique combination of size and skill and he has continued to improve in all aspects of his game."
Swopshire was seldom used on Louisville's Final Four team, playing in just over 13 minutes per game. The former four-star prospect was forced into a reserve role behind freshman Chane Behanan.
Swopshire joins Northwestern with one year of elibility -- after missing his 2010 season with a groin injury -- and the chance to be an impact player.
"It was a really great fit, a great situation," Teddy Swopshire, Jared's father, told PurpleWildcats.com. "Everything kind of lines up with what's (Jared)is looking for."
Swopshire, a native of St. Louis, brings high potential to Northwestern's frontcourt.
"We're excited to welcome Jared to the program," Carmody said. "He is a versatile player who brings Final Four experience to our roster. He has the ability to play multiple positions and will be an impact player on both ends of the court."
Northwestern also added forward Sanjay Lumpkin and guard Kale Abrahamson for the class of 2012. Olah's AAU teammate, Milos Kostic, is currently committed to the Wildcats' 2013 class.
Sources also confirmed that Northwestern is still searching for prospects for its 2012 group.
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A 20-year-old Jersey City woman was killed in a two-car accident that also injured three other people and held up traffic for several hours in Bayonne yesterday morning, police said.
Tynesia Brown, of Rutgers Avenue, a passenger in a 2004 Pontiac Grand Am, died at the scene when the driver made an illegal U-turn in front of another car on Route 440 at Pulaski Street near the Jersey City-Bayonne border just after 10:30 a.m., Bayonne Police Deputy Chief Ralph Scianni said.
The driver of the Pontiac, Tiffany Pierce, 25, of Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City, was issued a summons for making an improper U-turn, police said.
The passenger and driver of the Toyota Camry that was involved in the crash were taken to Jersey City Medical Center trauma center along with Pierce, police said.
The occupants of the Toyota suffered moderate pain and were treated and released, and Pierce was being kept in the hospital overnight, police said. Her injuries are not considered life-threatening, police said.
Brown would have turned 21 next month, police said.
According to Bayonne police, the Camry was heading south on Route 440 when the driver of the northbound Pontiac took an "illegal U-turn onto the southbound lane of Route 440," causing the collision.
Route 440 South was closed for several hours, causing long delays while police investigated and cleared the site. It was reopened at 3 p.m., police said. Firefighters also worked to clean up the leaking vehicle fluids before the roadway was reopened.
Jersey Journal staff writer Adam Maher contributed to this report.


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AUBURN, Alabama---The way Kentucky responded after a poor first half Saturday night at Auburn Arena showed just how rich the defending national champions are.
Starting center Nerlens Noel, widely projected as a top 3 choice in the 2013 NBA Draft played just 11 minutes due to foul trouble. They missed on 2 of their first 12 field goal attempts and sophomore point guard, Ryan Harrow, the next in a long lineage of lead guards to play under coach John Calipari, couldn't get going early.
The Wildcats still won by 22, winning 75-53 to improve to 12-5 and 3-1 in the Southeastern Conference.
The win was a sure sign of the progress this year's Kentucky team has made.
"We played better than we have played," Calipari said.
The Wildcats led 30-25 at the half but broke the game wide open in the second half, outscoring the Tigers by 17 in the second half.
Noel picked up his third personal when he was whistled for an offensive foul 13 seconds into the game but remained on the floor.
He nearly missed a double-double, finishing with 10 points, nine rebounds and tied his career-high with seven blocks.
His play, especially on the defensive end, was the fruit of seeds Calipari and his staff have been planting in practice. Every day they do drills to get the 6-foot-10, 228-pounder to stay on his feet as opposed to jumping for every shot block attempt.
"That's part of buying in," Calipari said. "Like, don't leave your feet. We're doing these drills. Now, get in the game and concentrate. Have some discipline and he has. And he's still blocking shots. He's blocking more now than he did before when he was leaving his feet."
The Wildcats will travel to Tuscaloosa Saturday to face an Alabama team which downed Texas A&M 50-49 at Coleman Coliseum.
"It's the next game for us. Our whole thing is day-to-day. We've got to build on what we just did today. I haven't looked at Alabama. I haven't seen anything on Alabama. I know they won today against Texas A&M. Texas A&M came into our building and beat us and they beat us good. So, Texas A&M went down to Alabama and got beat today. So, I imagine Alabama is really good."
Kentucky went up 10 for the first time against Auburn (8-9, 2-2) at 37-27 after Noel secured a rebound and swung an outlet pass to Harrow, who went coast-to-coast for a layup with 16:54 remaining.
Harrow dished out a game-high eight assists and was one of three Wildcats who scored a dozen along with freshmen guard Archie Goodwin and forward Alex Poythress. Kyle Wiltjer led Kentucky, scoring 17 for the second game in row.
Auburn went 0-for-15 from the 3-point line. It was the first time the Wildcats had held an opponent without a 3-pointer since February 1st, 2010 in a win against Mississippi State.
"If you look at their stats, they're an OK 3-point shooting team," Calipari said of Auburn. "But the last five games they've been shooting 40 percent. And so, one of the things that we talked about prior to the game was we've got to guard the 3 this game. This is not a game where we can just leave people alone."
Kentucky has won four of its last five and eight of its last 10.
"I think over Christmas break is when we start to really come together because we're with each other all the time," Harrow said. "It's just basketball and us. That's when really started to form that bond and started learning what all of our roles are and what coach specifically wants from us on the floor."
Nick Birdsong covers HBCU sports and SEC men's basketball for al.com. He can be reached at 205-325-2327 or email@example.com. Follow him on Twitter @birds_word.


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A federal judge has accepted a guilty plea this morning from Aggregate Industries NE Inc. for supplying 5,700 truckloads of substandard concrete used in Boston's Big Dig project. The plea, according to the Boston Globe, came as part of a settlement in a fraud case that will cost the company $50 million.
This comes just one day after a Boston Globe report that Massachusetts Attorney General Martha Coakley concluded only three of the myriad companies involved in Boston's Big Dig construction tunnel project were criminally negligent in last summer's Boston Big Dig tunnel collapse that killed a 38-year-old woman when the car she was riding in was crushed by falling ceiling panels.
Two large firms involved in Boston's Big Dig construction project, Bechtel Co. and Parsons Brinckerhoff Quade & Douglas offered to settle the ceiling-tunnel collapse case, and other issues within the project without criminal charges. While no figure has been released, some are estimating it to be more than $300 million.
Powers Fasteners of Brewster, NY was charged last month with a single count of involuntary manslaughter in the death of a 38-year-old Boston woman.
Milena Del Valle was killed in July 2006 with a portion of Boston's Big Dig Interstate-90 connector tunnel ceiling collapsed and crushed the car she was riding in with her husband.
Powers Fasteners provided the epoxy used to secure the bolts to suspend the tunnel roof ceiling.
In July, the National Transportation Safety Board said while the project's design was reasonable, it was the epoxy used in the design that was in question. The lack of a timely tunnel inspection program by the state authority overseeing the project was also an important factor.
The NTSB determined the probable cause of the July 10, 2006 ceiling collapse in the D Street portal of the Interstate 90 connector tunnel in Boston was the use of an epoxy anchor adhesive with poor creep resistance – the epoxy formulation was not capable of sustaining long-term loads. The report released after the hours-long hearing last month said over time the epoxy deformed and fractured until several ceiling support anchors pulled free and allowed a portion of the ceiling to collapse. The use of the inappropriate epoxy formulation resulted from the failure of the contractors to identify potential creep in the anchor adhesive as a critical long-term failure mode and to account for possible anchor creep in the design, specifications and approval process for the epoxy anchors used in the tunnel.
Bruce Magladry, director of the NTSB's Office of Highway Safety said the epoxy used for the ceiling panels had "exceptionally poor" resistance to such creeping


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GIG HARBOR Central Kitsap lost its bid for the Narrows League title 16-25, 25-21, 25-11, 25-21 to Olympia on Saturday at Gig Harbor High School, but the season carries on for the Cougars.
Theyre the No. 2 seed from the Narrows League in Fridays West Central District Class 4A tournament at Bethel High School and in a good position to move on to state for the first time in Gordy Bushaws long tenure.
Thats because the district tournament has switched from pool play to brackets with matches going best of five series. Beat two teams and a trip to Everett is guaranteed.
You have to win two before you lose two, Bushaw said during Mondays practice.
The Cougars might have a different look on the court at 3 p.m. Friday for their first match as Bushaw is pondering putting in junior Ana Hurley at the defensive libero position for the first time this season.
Shes a strong defensive player who likes to hit, Bushaw said. Well see how this week goes in practice, but thats how Im thinking right now.
Bushaw said the Cougars struggled with their passing off serves against the Bears.
Olympia wasnt a tough serving team, but it was our worst passing match since (a 3-0 loss to) Bellarmine, Bushaw said. Weve got some things to work on and were working on them right now.
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text: A poet wrote that this is the season "where autumn wept when summer died." But Tom Kalinwoski, in his "Adirondack Nature Notes: An Adirondack Almanac Sequel," writes that November is when the cluster fly is "active on sunny and unseasonably warm days before winter sets in." He explains how and why cluster flies find their way into our Adirondack homes.


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In the inaugural year of the NHL General Manager of the Year Award, Canucks' GM Mike Gillis took home the hardware.
But with only a pair of significant contributions from Canucks' prospects (Cory Schneider and Chris Tanev), Gillis won his award primarily on the merits of his offseason free-agent signings and trades.
With the additions of Dan Hamhuis, Manny Malhotra, Raffi Torres, Keith Ballard, Victor Oreskovich, and the deadline acquisitions of Chris Higgins and Maxim Lapierre, Vancouver added sandpaper, stability and depth.
And thanks to a slew of long-term injuries throughout the year, Gillis was somehow able to stay below the salary cap (with the help of capologist Laurence Gilman), while adding piece after piece to his Stanley Cup puzzle without losing any major players from his NHL roster.
Although Michael Grabner and a 2010 first-rounder (Quinton Howden) were dealt to Florida in the Ballard trade, Gillis has also managed to improve the Canucks year after year without giving up too many key prospects. So the Canucks still have a fairly deep prospect pool, and the next few years will tell us a lot about Gillis' drafting and how the scouts have done. The Canucks' lineup is a hard nut to crack, but good teams work by finding a new infusion from within. Who will it be this year? Cody Hodgson? Darren Archibald? Billy Sweatt?
For now, let's take a look at the Top 20 Vancouver Canuck Prospects.
*Please also note that this is the first of a four-part article. The ensuing three parts will be posted over the next three days, so please check back in and feel free to comment on who I've missed and where my rankings have missed the mark.
*Let me also add a few honourable mentions who I think are intriguing prospects, but due to the prospect depth Gillis has built in the Canucks' organization have not made the list: Frank Corrado, Sebastien Erixon, Alex Friesen, Ludwig Blomstrand, Brandon Tanev, Prab Rai, Pathrik and Ponthus Westerholm and Henrik Tommernes. A few of these players, bear in mind, are unsigned because they were either 2011 draft picks are prospect camp invites.


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Can't The Post Call Evan Lysacek a Queen Without Everyone Losing It?
Online, the Post's Michael Starr story about Nicole Scherzinger beating Evan Lysacek on Dancing With The Stars was headlined "'Dancing' Doll beats ice king." In print, it was "'Dancing' Doll beats ice queen." Does this make the newspaper homophobic? Does it mean they updated their web headline after realizing the gays might complain? Does it mean the Post swings both ways? [via]
The 'Post is somewhat conservative. The original (print) headline is most likely in line with editorial policy; the online edition was likely updated after complaints from Lysacek's publicist. This is contrary to their usual trick: the online headlines are normally exaggerated more so than their print counterparts to attract visitors. Linkbait is necessary given the need to draw users to ads.
Just made Johnny qWeir's day………………..
Do we know this queen's, er, king's sexual orientation?
Did you get the "beat" double entendre? i.e., beat = jerk off
evan is a american hero , he deserves more respect.the newspaper cis confused I think. evan is ICE KING.
The only one confused is you, Chris.
Lice-a-chick is a bigger Mary than Quentin Crisp on Pride Day popping out of a Prada float while singing "I Will Survive."
still hawter than Johnny or the jealous queens on here….and that will never change…
Alas, Evan was only queen for a day (in the Post).
The Post is known for their headlines and not their content.
@freddie: chris is Evan´s fan, she loves him, she defends evan because to her , he is cute guy, hot, hero… she is not ofended someone, SO WHY MAN?. THIS IS ONE COMMENT OK?


text: Established in 2002, The John LeDuc Mathematics Education Teaching Practicum Award Fund serves to award and assist students who plan to teach secondary mathematics in the coming fall or spring. Awards for the year are determined in August by the Chair of the Mathematics Department and the Office of Student Teaching. An individual award is determined by dividing the current amount available by the number of potential awardees for the academic year. Awards may be given to any student who appears on the 10th day roster for student teaching in secondary mathematics during either spring or fall. No student may receive the award more than once. For more information, contact the Mathematics Department.


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The decomposing body of a woman was discovered Wednesday afternoon in a truck at the Wind Run Apartments in eastern New Orleans. An autopsy is scheduled Thursday to determine if foul play was involved, said John Gagliano, chief investigator for the Orleans Parish Coroner's Office.
Her body "appears to be in the early stages of decomposition," Gagliano said.
She was found in a white Chevrolet truck parked in the apartment complex.
Gagliano estimated the woman may have been dead for a couple of days before her body was discovered.
"She may be in her 30s," he speculated.
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STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Mich.) isn't running for re-election, meaning that the high-powered House Intelligence Committee will need a new chairman.
Former GOP Rep. Vito Fossella has the perfect candidate: Rep. Peter King (R-L.I.)
"I don't think you can have a better choice," said Fossella, who served with King in the House and has maintained a close friendship with the lawmaker in the years since.
The two had dinner recently at the Richmond County Country Club to catch up and talk about the Intelligence job.
Fossella said that as a member of the panel and former chair of the House Homeland Security Committee, King has been a fierce defender of U.S. security interests in the post-9/11 world.
"He has helped snuff out small problems before they become bigger problems," Fossella said. "He has kept out adversaries abroad in check."
King's possible ascension to the post would be GOP House Speaker John Boehner's call, and is contingent on the Republicans keeping control of the House this fall.
King and Boehner had a famous dust-up over Hurricane Sandy relief funding, but Fossella said that the relationship is a good one.
"Peter spoke up for what he believed to be true," Fossella said.
Also in the running are GOP Reps. David Nunes of California and Jeff Miller of Florida.
"I respect them all," said Fossella. "But Peter is head and shoulders above the rest."
It was overall a pleasant evening, Fossella said, except for the fact that King "was still complaining about the tolls on the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge."
"Nothing we can do about that," Fossella said.


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Many readers have expressed disappointment with Wegmans' recent decision to close its Pond Street supermarket. Living two blocks away, I have a split reaction to this announcement.
On the one hand, I cannot blame Wegmans: This is a free country and Wegmans has the right to make such decisions, just like any other business owner. At least they were gracious enough to provide 30 days' notice to customers and employees; they could have simply closed the store without any warning.
On the other hand, it's unfortunate to think visiting the supermarket will soon be a great burden to the many North Side residents who do not own vehicles. Wegmans says its James Street store is ''just'' four miles away and accessible by bus, but did Wegmans ever review Centro's maps and schedules? There is no direct service between the two stores.
The Post-Standard reported on June 8 that Wegmans typically doesn't sell or lease its discarded properties to competitors. That's reasonable when Wegmans is closing an older store to make way for a newer, bigger store, but Wegmans has been clear in communicating its lack of interest in the North Side. The least they can do is allow another supermarket to serve our neighborhood. I can't imagine another type of business desiring the property, and there's no point in letting it sit vacant.
Peter Naughton
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As mandated by the charter, Executive Ed FitzGerald will nominate nine members in September. The nominations are subject to confirmation by County Council.
No more than two members can be county employees, and no more than five can be of the same political party. For more information, or to apply, visit here.
The commission will meet this year and next and write a final report due next July, with suggestions to make county government more efficient or services more effective.
Council members intend to postpone a vote on anything the charter review commission recommends until 2014 -- a plan they say will save as much as $2 million in special-election costs.
So far, council has recommended four possible charter amendments for the group to consider:
• Requiring the treasurer to report to the fiscal officer rather than to the executive.
• Eliminating the requirement that the executive approve some council actions.
• Making the inspector general agency a permanent part of government.
• Changing procedures to fill council and executive vacancies.
Voters overwhelmingly approved the charter, which replaced the three county commissioners and a host of other elected officials with an elected executive and the council.
County Council is already considering seven amendments to possibly place before voters in the November election. Putting amendments on the ballot will require at least eight votes by the 11-member council.
The most likely amendment to make the ballot deals with the boards of revision, the once-scandal-plagued panels that decide property value challenges. The amendment would eliminate a provision forbidding the panels to be made up entirely of members of one political party. The amendment would also allow a committee led by the county executive to hire all hearing officers.


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By Jocelyn Turner
AMHERST – Cow patties, fresh eggs and poop covered pigs are what comes to mind when most people think of a farm but, there is more to farming than what meets the eye.
The Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture will be hosting an information session devoted to helping farmers learn to be energy efficient when gathering their eggs and milking their cows.
"What we're doing is we're having Sean Brogan from Efficiency Nova Scotia and myself, a farm energy specialist with the Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture, and we're giving presentations on different programs that farmers can participate in that help save energy on the farm," said Julie Bailey, a farm energy specialist with the Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture. "Sean will be talking about specifically the Efficiency Nova Scotia program, like the business energy rebate program, the small business energy solutions program and the custom program."
Bailey said her presentation would consist of helpful information about other programs that are with the Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture and beyond. She said she will also review and talk about some of the things she had learned going through the efficiency Nova Scotia program.
"I also have five videos that feature Nova Scotia farms that I show and the farmers are talking about the energy improvements they've made on their farms."
Bailey said she and Brogan will be present at the seminar to answer questions from farmers about how they can become more energy efficient on their farms.
"It's an opportunity for these farmers to learn that these programs exist and to see if it would apply to them," said Bailey. "I guess the main benefit would be that they should be able to save money on the farm."
Bailey also said that through the presentations she has made in the past, that the farmers who took the time to take in the presentations and learn about the savings they too could be getting proved to be a success.
"Working with them in the past, we did energy pilots, where we did energy audits on the farm," she said. "We look at several different farm types and we found, on average, a farm could save 26 per cent on their electrical and heating costs. So it's really an opportunity for farmers to try and find ways to save energy on their farm and to save money."
The seminar will take place Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Oxford Lions Hall. Anyone interested in the presentations is invited to come out and learn about saving money and energy while on the farm.


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