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BOISE -- The Idaho Supreme Court on Thursday overturned a lower court ruling that declared the 2008 Outdoor Sport Shooting Act unconstitutional as part of a lawsuit dealing with the expansion of a north Idaho public shooting range.
The unanimous decision kicked back to the 1st District Court a case pitting the Idaho Department of Fish and Game and a citizens group that protested the agency's plans for the Farragut Shooting Range near Bayview.
The World War II-era range was shut down in 2007 after District Judge John Mitchell agreed with Citizens Against Range Expansion, which complained that bullets were striking homes. He also ordered the agency to improve safety for an annual range capacity of 500 shooters or less, make separate improvements, and take steps to reduce noise for more than 500 users.
But Mitchell later ruled to keep the range closed even after the agency made improvements. In March, he declared the state's 2008 law and its built-in limits on noise levels unconstitutional. Mitchell concluded the act was a "special law" and resulted in a deprivation of judicial power.
Fish and Game, which has spent more than $260,000 to make the range safer and quieter, appealed to the high court, arguing the upgrades made met standards set by the judge.
With the new ruling, the justices handed the agency and gun range enthusiasts in Idaho's Panhandle a big victory.
"We're pleased," Fish and Game Director Virgil Moore said. "This decision will once again allow public access to the Farragut range as a safe place to practice shooting sports, sighting-in firearms for hunting seasons and firearms education ... and other programs."
The justices lifted the injunction imposed by Mitchell that essentially closed the range for up to 500 shooters per year and ordered the lower court to reconsider the improvements for a capacity of more than 500 each year.
The justices also affirmed the 2008 law and rejected the argument that it was a legislative attempt to curtail the power of judges.
"The enactment of the Act and its noise standard was ... a valid use of the Legislature's police power," according to the 16-page opinion.
Bayview attorney Harvey Richman, attorney for CARE, said he was disappointed with the decision, but he was confident Fish and Game lawyers face a difficult challenge in proving in court the range can or should be expanded beyond the 500 shooter per year limit.
"This range is not, now and never will be, compliant with the 501-plus standard," Richman said.
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The Saint Louis directory,for the year 1842 ... with a sketch of the city of Saint Louis ..
58 St. Louis Directory—1842. HAM-HAR
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Hammond, John R., lumber merchant , ccorner First and Cherry, res.residence Collins
bbetween Hickory and Pear.
bbetween Hickory and Pear.
Hammond, D. M., turner and cabinet maker , 59 ssouth First.
Hammond, M. & Co.company , w and rliquor and groc'y.d'lrs. ccorner 3d and Prune.
nammond, Mrs.E., widow,private school, 9 nnorth Fourth.
Hammond, Mrs.Eliza W., widow, Broadway bSt. Charles Way and
Hammond, C. P., blacksmith , Sixth bbetween Washington Avenue and Green.
Hancock, John, carpenter. Locust bbetween Fifth and Sixth.
Handfleld, James W., jour.carpenter , Sixth bbetween Biddle and Davis.
Hank, Peter, stone cutter , Cedar bbetween Third and Fourth.
Hanken, George, Bremer Tavern , Third, 2 doors below Olive.
Hanna, Levi, m'chant , res.residence Carondelet Avenue bbetween Marion and Barry.
Hanna & Woodward , dg. grocery & com.commission merchants , Pine bbetween First and
Hanna, Wm.William, mill engineer , Broadway bbetween Hickory and Pear.
Hannauer, John, laborer , Fifth bbetween Cerre and Gratiot
Hanneken, William, laborer , Broadway bbetween Hickory and Pear.
Hannert, Francis, bricklayer , Third bbetween Convent and Rutgers.
Hannum, F., engine finisher , Broadway bbetween Hickory and Pear.
Hanrath, William, laborer , cedar bbetween First and Second.
Hanratty, Hugh, boarding house and carpenter , Ashley near Madison.
Hanry, Thomas, retail grocer , ccorner Seventh and Olive.
Hansel, William, sailor , Third bbetween Walnut and Elm.
Hanson, John W., clerk , 6 Olive.
Hanson, James H., clerk , 6 Olive.
Happel, William, shoe maker , Second bbetween Spruce and Almond.
Haran, Edward, clerk Perpetual Insurance Co.company , res.residence Fifth bbetween Sycamore
and Convent.
and Convent.
Harden, Robert, jour.moulder , Broadway bbetween Hickory and Pear.
Hardey, George T., clerk , 154 nnorth First.
Harbeth, John, laborer , Convent bbetween Third and Fourth.
Harding, J. M., jour.engine finisher , First bbetween Oak and Cherry.
Harding, Chester, student at law, 41 Pine.
Harding, Davis R., clerk. res.residence Seventh bbetween Pine and Chesnut.
Harding, T.clerk , 47 nnorth First.
Harding, Henry, carter , 26 nnorth Sixth.
Hardman, Fred , jour.carpenter , ccorner Green and Fourth.
Hardy, Patrick H., jour.carpenter , Carr bbetween Fifth and Sixth.
Hare, AleX., plasterer , Washington Avenue bbetween Seventh and Eighth.
Hare, James W., M.D ,office, 135 nnorth Third.
Hare, Wm.William, carpenter , ccorner Sixth and Morgan.
Hare, MissEliza, ccorner Sixth and Morgan.
Hare, Mrs.Eliza, Mulberry bbetween First and Second.
Harig, Frederick, jour.shoe maker , Oak bbetween Second and Broadway.
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No, GirlieView has nothing to do with Gordon's pornographic potential third role! There seems to only be a handful of women around here so in hopes of attracting more readers of my gender I thought a girl's point of view might be interesting. Maybe only to me! Nevertheless, this new Friday feature will combine some weekly highlights from Cubdom and VFTB for anyone who's been too busy to follow along game-by-game or post-by-post, plus some other stuff. The "some other stuff" … well … that's what keeps the mystery alive. Ha. It may (((gasp))) not always be baseball related. So let's get to it.
Fri 17/Sat 18/Sun 19 – After a tough loss on Thursday (recapped here) which included Milton Bradley's ejection and launched a lot of VFTB discussion (here, here
, here and my personal favorite, here), Friday's game was an exciting win, series tied
. Another exciting Saturday win ultimately ended up being the difference in the series due to Sunday's rain out. (Monday (20th) off day.)
Tue 21/Wed 22 – I missed Tuesday's game and everyone else must have also, there was no chit chat about it. Y'all must have been watching Dancing with the Stars. Rich Harden, Aram and Hoffpauir did well in the Cubs' 7-2 win. The most amusing thing about Tuesday (in hindsight) is how cubs.com reported that Samardzija won't be called up anytime soon. (That is, until Wednesday night.) Wednesday's somewhat disappointing loss (recapped here) evened the series. During Wednesday's loss, Lilly made a fielding error which resulted in a run scoring. Some discussion ensued about the definition of an earned vs. unearned run in that situation, since the pitcher was the one who committed the error. Good explanation, Rick Beato, thank you! But this leads me to the ………..
Question of the Week – (To save face, I could say that the only reason I ask these questions is to encourage conversation and/or to benefit some novice readers who don't understand all the ins and outs of the game. But in most cases I'd be lying. I don't really know the answers, I just sometimes pretend I do.) Let's say instead of the pitcher making that error, let's say it was … ummm … Soriano. I know, it's a stretch. Anyway let's say he made an error causing one unearned run and that was the only run of the game. The pitcher still gets the loss, right? So am I missing something or does that kind of suck for the pitcher?
Thur 23 – Thursday indeed brought Samardzija with Luis Vizcaino designated for assignment to make room. Samardzija is from NW Indiana (where I am). We all love him here and are happy to see him back with the big boys even though his initial outing was unimpressive. In fact, Thursday's whole game was unimpressive. I only caught bits and pieces, but every bit and piece reminded me of the Keystone Cops. Let's move on to St. Louis.
Some other stuff – So, Wednesday was Earth Day. Are you still using your grocery store's plastic bags or are you carrying in your own re-usable sacks? I use my own, but I have a confession to make. The decision wasn't entirely in support of waste reduction. A big secondary benefit was that the baggers would no longer lick their fingers in order to separate the plastic bags before packing my food. I was seriously tired of toting home someone else's spit with my dozen eggs. Got any bag lickers where you live, or am I just lucky like that? I can't imagine this will become a hot topic of conversation here at VFTB but I bet you'll notice from now on. You can thank me later.
On a more serious Earth Day note (not that I don't take having my bags licked seriously) … I found a show that has become my new morning indulgence. Sunrise Earth .. check it out. It's peaceful, relaxing, captivating and beautiful. Kinda like you guys. xxoo
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When I was little my grandmother used to take me to Chock Full o' Nuts and this was her favorite sandwich. Me – I always got the chicken salad on rye…Whenever I think of this place it brings back wonderful memories of my grandma…So I understand your Dad…thanks for posting.
@Dee-what a fantastic memory and a special comment! I know that my Dad used to go with his grandma, so you two have that in common.
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A powerful storm packing heavy rain, strong winds and hail on Monday affected the Argentine province of Buenos Aires, where windgusts damaged homes and cut electric service and telephone wires, but no fatalities have been reported so far.
The storm, with windgusts up to 140 kph (87 mph), mainly affected the city of Chivilcoy, 164 kilometers (102 miles) west of the Argentine capital.
"It's an unusual phenomenon, unexpected. We only had a warning 10 minutes before (the storm struck). A strong wind blew that I've never seen in my life in Chivilcoy, which today is devastated," the city's mayor, Anibal Pittelli, told local media.
The mayor said that about 50 homes lost their roofs and electricity and telephone landline service were cut, not to mention uncounted trees downed all over town.
Pittelli said that so far no fatalities have been reported but several people were slightly injured.
Another city affected by the storm was Junin, 360 km (223 miles) from Buenos Aires, whose mayor, Mario Meoni, told local media that a "very violent storm, with windgusts exceeding 100 kph (62 mph), with very intense rain" had hit the area.
Meoni said that "no victims of any kind" had been reported in Junin, but there are a "large quantity of fallen trees, which cut streets and electric wires" and the roofs have been blown off of some houses.
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Guillen update (and it's good news)
Good news on Carlos Guillen from head athletic trainer Kevin Rand: Guillen began playing catch Thursday in Miami and is set to begin hitting off a tee Monday.
Guillen, sidelined since early May with inflammation in his right shoulder, is making three sets of 25 throws each at 45 feet. According to Rand, he's feeling good and throwing without any restrictions.
"We're in the pain-free stage," Rand said. "It's now a question of addressing the [arm] strength."
Guillen will stay in Miami next week while the Tigers are on the road. Now that he's doing more baseball activity, however, he'll likely be back in Detroit when the team returns home a week from Monday.
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Not certain what Guillen's return and another DH competing for AB's will do for the team chemistry. Gotta find a way to unload some of this dead wood (Maggs, NR, Zoom, Willis) by the trade deadline. There are just a few dollars tied up in three of those contracts that if DD can find a contender in need, well that's just speculating and hoping isn't it.
Huskie, I doubt DD can find any team that wants NR or Willis. As for Maglio, I think there might be a little interest in him. However, with his contract such as it is, I doubt there will be a lot of interest in him. With Zoom's inconsistency, he would not bring a lot. I would probably prefer that the Tigers keep him and see if eventually he can put things together. He is still young and with great potential.
IMO you don't trade an arm like Zoom's, but you chew him out when he ramps it up to 104, but constantly off the plate. And you don't allow him to walk 3 in a row, come on Leyland, you should hook him after one walk, not three sir


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DES MOINES - Once again, the bar has been raised.
The 105th edition of the Drake Relays presented by Hy-Vee proved to be one of the most memorable in the meet's storied history.
And the records backed it up.
Eleven Relays records were broken during the four-day competition at Drake Stadium and the best of those performances were honored Monday with the announcement of the Relays Most Outstanding Performers.
High jumper Derek Drouin was a near-unanimous pick for the Maury White Award winner as the men's collegiate/invitational outstanding performer, while hurdler Kristi Castlin earned the same honor on the women's side.
Boone High School's Albert Meier claimed the Robert Kramme Award as the top boys high school performer after becoming the first Iowa boys prep to break the 9-minute barrier in the 3,200 meters with a time of 8:58.46. The finish bested the previous record of 9:05.58 set by Ottumwa's Kevin Lewis in 2011.
Davenport Assumption's relay quartet of Emma Bassier, Maddie Irmen, Rose Ripslinger and Markel Mommsen garnered the Garry Cooley Award for high school girls. The senior foursome won the 4x100 (48.14), 4x200 (1:41.71) and sprint medley (1:45.79) relays as Davenport Assumption claimed a Drake Relays-record four relay titles along with a win in the 4x800.
At the professional level, Drouin set numerous records by clearing 7 feet, 10 1/2 inches in the high jump. His jump eclipsed the previous Drake Relays record of 7-7 shared by Relays director Brian Brown and Dusty Jonas as well as the venue mark of 7-8 held by Erik Kynard.
Drouin's jump bested his own Canadian national record and is currently the top mark in the world.
Castlin held off one of the most talented women's 100-meter hurdle fields ever assembled at the Relays to win by five one-thousandths of a second over defending World Champion Brianna Rollins at 12.571 to 12.576.
This year's Drake Relays was staged in front of 49,795 fans including the 49th consecutive Saturday sellout with 14,504 fans crowded around the Blue Oval.


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By BEN
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Phone: 856-451-1000, ext. 556
Cellphone: 856-237-6645
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The column that says nobody has more groupies than Mike Trout.
Good morning!
There's only a few more days until auditions for The Off Broad Street Players production of "Cat On A Hot Tin Roof.''
All auditions will be held at the beautiful Levoy Theatre.
Please note the new dates and times as follows:
June 25 — 7 p.m.
June 27 — 7 p.m.
Those interested in auditioning need not prepare any materials. Auditions will be a cold reading.
The production will run Oct. 18, 19, and 20.
All those interested in auditioning must be available for all performances.
There will be no understudies for this production.
Email Jason D. Smith at email@example.com.
Dave Hitchner on the road with Mike Trout:
"It definitely rained on the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim's parade Monday night in Millville's Mike Trout's return to Camden Yards.
"Site of his famous catch last year in center field, the trip down U.S. 95 was taken mostly in a downpour.
"The treacherous ride was compounded by so many tractor trailers zooming past cars and trucks while leaving quite a wave of backsplash on both sides of their vehicles.
"They must be making their trips 'on the clock.'
"My son, Matt, and I arrived at The Yard an hour early, taking the Metro from Owings Mills, Md.
"We had seats in the second row to the left of the Angels dugout.
"The stadium was short of half-full, but erupted when the Angels players, and especially Mike Trout, came out on the field for pre-game warmups.
"There were Mike's fans from Millville, the Trout Farm, cheering from their block of seats in left center field.
"Also, local and South Jersey fans stood 10 deep near the third base sideline awaiting an opportunity to have something autographed by Mike when he returned to the dugout prior to the singing of the National Anthem.
"He obliged a few fans, as did Howie Kendrick and Alberto Callaspo.
"Tall and gangly power pitcher Jared Weaver started the game for the Angels and was opposed by former White Sox and Phillies pitcher Freddy Garcia.
"With the steadily dripping weather conditions, both pitchers did well for most of the early innings.
"Mike struck out to open the game, but came back to hit a home run in his next at-bat to give the Angels a 1-0 lead.
"The downpour continued as some play became sloppy, although Adam Jones hit a monster two-run home run to left, giving the Orioles a brief 2-1 lead.
"Josh Hamilton crushed a Garcia pitch over the scoreboard in right field to tie the score at 2-2 and then the sloppy play as well as the horrible weather conditions caused stoppage of play in the seventh inning with the O's ahead, 4-2.
"We left our awesome seats at that time to sit below the third base side overhang for a few minutes before leaving for the return trip via Metro and U.S. Route 95.
"Following the game on Matt's cell phone all the way home, we felt disappointed when the final out was made and the Angels were on the short end of the game, 4-3.
"Mike had an OK game with that home run the highlight for the many fans who came especially to cheer for him.
"It did look a little different seeing him in left field for the first time due to the return of Peter Burgeois in center.
"Whenever questioned about his defensive comfort zone, Mike always handles the response tactfully explaining he has always played center field, but enjoys the game so much, he will play wherever assigned.
"Special Note: Going out to leftfield to begin each of the first three innings, Mike would grab a piece of the turf just past third base and put it in his pocket.
"I wondered its significance.''
— Dave Hitchner
The Cumberland County Technical Education will be holding its Completer Ceremony on Friday, June 14.
This year's ceremony will be held at a new location, Lakeside Middle School, in Millville, beginning at 6 p.m.
There will be 277 completers honored at the ceremony.
The Cumberland County SPCA is now offering reduced cost shots to the pet owning community.
Clinics will be held once a month,
The next date is June 15, from 9 a.m. to noon at the SPCA.
Call 856-691-1500.
MY KIND OF TOWN: Where the SPCA still needs a new truck for its cruelty agents.


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Bill Lubinger
Plain Dealer Reporter
Cleveland was so desperate for signs of life downtown in the late 1970s and early 1980s that artists and photographers were allowed to live as squatters in the old garment district. Now, the Warehouse District on the northwest edge of downtown boasts 2,500 to 3,000 residents and million-dollar condos with more housing planned. Trendy clubs and restaurants draw thousands each weekend.
The district has a seasonal farmers market and neighborhood block clubs. Bag dispensers had to be installed so dog-walkers could clean up after their pooches. Don't laugh. It's the ultimate sign of life.
It's been 25 years to the month that the Warehouse District was declared a national historic landmark, halting the wholesale demolition of historic buildings for parking lots.
At the time, the district was a pioneer in using creative financing tools and historic preservation to turn seedy, abandoned blocks into places to live, work and socialize.
"It was really cool to be part of the beginning of something," recalled Tom Yablonsky, who's directed the nonprofit Historic Warehouse District Development Corp. for 22 years. "There's an internal sense of optimism that what you're working on is going to get better."
And it did.
By the mid-1980s, the Bradley Building and Hat Factory had introduced the first converted loft apartments. Where an adult bookstore once stood, the district gained a destination restaurant, Piccolo Mondo, in 1991, spurring others. The Grand Arcade apartments, since resold as condos, replaced a city mission.
Property values have nearly tripled since 1982, with more development proposed.
"The Warehouse District, in my opinion, still hasn't crested," said downtown City Councilman Joe Cimperman.
Whether it ever reaches its full potential is still in question.
A fatal shooting outside a nightclub this summer and competition from emerging hot spots elsewhere downtown and in trendy city neighborhoods present the district's biggest challenges yet.
So, after 25 years, is the Warehouse District a model or a miss? We grade the neighborhood in the areas of safety, housing, retail and nightlife and look at its future.
More than anything, the Warehouse District is known for nightlife.
Much of what caused the riverfront Flats to dry up was self-induced. But fresh, exciting competition lured business up the hill. Clubs and restaurants along West Sixth and Ninth streets consistently draw suburbanites, tourists and business travelers, downtown office workers and downtown residents.
During the week, the district evolves from a popular spot for business lunches, builds to an after-work happy-hour haunt and buzzes as party central for 20- and 30-somethings on weekends.
But even in downtown's indisputable nightlife center, business has been more roller coaster than rocket ship, say some longtime district restaurateurs. Reservations slowed considerably after 9/1l for a while. Competition from new hot spots on East Fourth Street and in such trendy city enclaves as Tremont and Ohio City threatens longevity.
And there's some concern within the district -- especially after a fatal shooting outside a bar this summer -- about tipping too heavily toward clubby than classy. That's part of what eventually sunk the Flats.
"It's about landlords being responsible for more than their buildings," said downtown retail specialist Richard Sheehan, of the Grubb & Ellis real estate firm. "It's about being responsible for what's good for the district."
Grade: A-
As many as 3,000 people call the Warehouse District home -- the most visible improvement in the last 25 years. And there's variety -- 17 residential structures, from a five-condo building to hulking converted warehouses with nearly 400 apartments.
By most measures, the housing component has succeeded. Occupancies are high, driven by demand for city views and loft-style and lifestyle choices unavailable in the suburbs.
Building managers say interest is strong. Rents have steadily increased. Prices of for-sale condos have generally appreciated.
But turnover is high. Residents typically outgrow the downtown experience after a few years.
Hannah Fritzman bought a one-bedroom condo at the Grand Arcade for $104,900 in 2004 and recently had it appraised at $125,000. The 26-year-old will marry this month and expects to move in about three years to raise a family.
"If I leave it will be for a yard," said Fritzman, who catches the free trolley to her office downtown. "We can't cook out on the grill or anything, which I miss," she said, "but otherwise I love it."
Another issue is affordability. The Pinnacle condos is a high-end success story: In two years, 70 of 80 units have sold for $400,000 to $1.4 million. But options for buyers and renters of more modest means are limited because downtown real estate is so pricey.
Grade: B+
Phil Soos, manager of the Bradley Building apartments since 1993, heard the whispers after a fatal shooting outside the Spy bar this summer: "If I would have known, I wouldn't have moved down here," some new tenants complained.
The tragedy naturally raised the specter of the Flats, which imploded in a rash of safety and security problems.
But many residents and stakeholders insist that, aside from concerns inherent to any downtown district, the incident was a horrific exception. Specific crime data was not available.
"There's a real effort to deal with that," said downtown Councilman Joe Cimperman.
He's trying to ban clubs from staging under-21 nights, which he and district club owners blame for the shooting.
"We don't want teeny-boppers here," he said. "Let the malls keep the teeny-boppers."
Mike Baruschke, a 53-year-old investment banking salesman, has lived in the Bradley Building on West Sixth Street for 10 years. Weekends can get a bit louder than he'd like. About seven years ago, a friend was the victim of an attempted robbery. And he's greeted by a barrage of panhandlers on his walk to and from work each day. But security hasn't been an issue for him.
"I've never felt unsafe here," he said.
A team of "ambassadors" in bright yellow windbreakers, hired by property owners to help make downtown cleaner and safer, has improved public perception and reality.
"You can call them," said Jim Sharaba, manager of the Studio Palmieri salon on West Sixth Street, "and they'll come and walk you to your car."
Grade: B
Those who only dine or club-hop may bypass storefronts without noticing there's much more going on in the district -- especially compared to its early days.
"The whole street was so lonesome, just me, another restaurant and one dirty bookstore," recalled Ivan Tsou, who opened China Sea Express, mainly a takeout spot, on West Sixth Street almost 20 years ago.
Now, he's on a strip with a salon, Starbucks and other restaurants. Elsewhere, you'll find a second salon, a dry cleaners, some clothiers, a home-furnishings store and Constantino's Market, a gourmet grocer with prepared foods, an extensive wine shop, elaborate bakery and sushi maker.
Owner Costas Marvromichalis said business has increased each year since opening in early 2005, with about 2,000 more customers per week than expected (although spending per customer is less than anticipated). He's looking to expand, but talk of a new grocery store in a redeveloped Flats has him uneasy.
But the lack of diverse retail -- card shops, office supplies and other stores that make for a thriving, self-sufficient neighborhood -- is cited by many as one of the district's biggest weaknesses.
"I would love to see some small galleries, little jewelry shops, places like what you see in Tremont or Coventry," said Hannah Fritzman, 26, who works downtown and has lived in the Warehouse District for three years.
Retailers depend on customers shopping all day long, not just during lunch hour and after work. That won't happen without many more permanent residents -- and more convenient, cheaper parking.
"It should be an easy thing for people," said Jim Sharaba, who manages Studio Palmieri, a district salon since 2000. "It shouldn't be complicated."
Grade: D+
Even the most ardent supporter concedes the Warehouse District isn't all it could or should be after 25 years.
"I'm not so sure the master plan has ever reached its potential," said George Schindler, a partner in the group that opened Blue Point Grille on West Sixth Street and St. Clair Avenue almost 10 years ago.
Visitors complain about expensive parking. The district lacks a sense of place, so there are plans to enhance the area with parks, public art, banners, period lighting and other street improvements.
The neighborhood needs more residents, workers and visitors to create a vibrancy around the clock that supports rows of shops and services, not just bars and restaurants.
"And it should be bigger," said downtown real estate broker Sandy Coakley, who recently opened an office on West Sixth Street. "It shouldn't just be a four-block area. That way it dovetails into Public Square."
But huge gaps exist -- spans of surface parking lots where buildings were demolished before they could be converted. And that is the district's biggest deficiency.
Developer Bob Stark has proposed filling the gaps with office buildings, street retail, housing and a hotel with a plan that spreads north to the lake. Whether the necessary pieces come together to make the redevelopment plan a reality is uncertain.
"You wonder why the Warehouse District isn't the Soho of the Midwest?" said Stark, referring to an aerial photo on an easel in his downtown office. "This is half-baked, half-done."
Grade: incomplete


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Needs less: Dead levels. --Ghostwheel 00:21, October 11, 2010 (UTC)
- Yes, I'm quite well aware of that fact. However, 1st, I don't know how to make these tables(for that matter, how do I do that anyway? So confusing). 2nd, if you count how many times the demon form gets improved, it doesn't really leave all that many dead levels. Moreover, if I added more abilities, it would be a definite wizard level and I'm trying to keep it down to rogue. Why? Because ANYTHING can be buffed up to wizard, but how can you de-buff something down to rogue? That's a lot harder. When, and if, it's done, I could add an 'adaptability' note at the end on what changes are necessary to elevate it to Wizard level.
- Eiji-dono, if you're reading this, the one I sent you is the original. What I have here was what became of the class after endless complaints at the GitP forums that it was a tier 3 at best (a.k.a. fighter level). All you have to do to change it to a strong fighter level is add the Touch of Ruin progression, so it can damage DR monsters.--Soulblazer 87 10:02, October 11, 2010 (UTC)


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Cathedral High School boys basketball coach Justin Dalessio asked his players to give him 32 good minutes Tuesday night.
The Panthers delivered, beating Central 84-80 in a key Valley League game at Central.
"It was a great team effort," Dalessio said. "We had our backs against the wall.
"The guys were fired up. They were ready to play and they wanted it."
The win lands both teams at 9-8 overall with three games remaining.
Jordan Monts was great for Cathedral, leading the way with 25 points and 14 rebounds. Luis Garcia scored 20 points, and point guard Zach Bombard made just one turnover. The Panthers buried 14 3-pointers, including six by Garcia, and went 16 for 20 from the foul line.
Tyrell Springer scored 23 points for Central, which fell into a first-place tie with Commerce at 4-2.


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Diplomatic Fun Fair - 29 October 2016
Registration of South Africans abroad
UBUNTU NewsFlash
African Union
African Union
African Union
IBSA Dialogue Forum
Minister Nkoana-Mashabane to host her Austrian counterpart. International Relations and Cooperation Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane will meet with her Austrian counterpart, Sebastian Kurz, the Minister for Europe, Integration and Foreign Affairs, on 24 October 2016 in Pretoria. Minister Kurz is visiting South Africa from 24-26 October 2016, heading a 50-person strong business delegation, which includes the President of the Austrian Chamber of Commerce.
Briefing to the media by Minister Michael Masutha on the matter of International Criminal Court and Sudanese President Omar Al Bashir, 21 October 2016. We have called this press conference to announce the decision taken by Cabinet on Wednesday, 19 October 2016 in relation to the country's membership to the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court and the pending appeal regarding Sudanese President Al Bashir.
SA's ambassador to China to brief the media
South Africa's ambassador to the People's Republic of China, Her Excellency Dolana Msimang, will brief the media on South Africa's bilateral political and trade relations with China.
Friday, 21 October 2016
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SA's Ambassadors to the AU and SADC to brief the media
South Africa was elected as a member of the AU Peace and Security Council during the AU Summit held in Addis Ababa in January 2015. South Africa's Ambassador to the African Union, Ambassador Ndumiso Ntshinga, who also serves as South Africa's Ambassador to Ethiopia, will brief the media on South Africa's role within the AUPSC and other matters in the continental organisation relating to South Africa's Foreign Policy.
Thursday, 20 October 2016
South Africa's Ambassador to United Nations and International Organisations in Vienna, Austria, Mr Tebogo Seokolo, briefs the media, Pretoria, South Africa, 19 October 2016.
South Africa's ambassador in Vienna to brief the media. South Africa's Ambassador to United Nations and International Organisations in Vienna, Mr Tebogo Seokolo, who also serves as ambassador to Austria, Slovakia and Slovenia, will brief the media on his new role as Chair of the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency. The last time South Africa chaired the IAEA Board of Governors was in 1959. The Vienna-based IAEA was established in 1957 with South Africa as one of its founders. It currently comprises 171 Member States.
Address by President Jacob Zuma, on the occasion of the annual South African Heads of Mission Conference, OR Tambo Building, DIRCO, 18 October 2016. We welcome all our heads of mission back home for this important annual get together, where we share ideas and update you on issues and priorities to enable you to continue representing the country well. It is indeed momentous for us to meet in OR Tambo Building in the October month, which has been declared OR Tambo Month.
President Zuma to address the Heads of Missions Conference
His Excellency President Jacob Zuma is scheduled to address the Heads of Missions (HoM) Conference taking place at the Department of International Relations and Cooperation in Pretoria.
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Minister Nkoana-Mashabane to host the biennial Heads of Mission Conference. International Relations and Cooperation Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane will host the biennial Heads of Mission Conference from the 17th - 21 October 2016 in Pretoria. The Heads of Mission Conference brings together the heads of South Africa's diplomatic missions abroad to assess national, regional, continental and global trends and dynamics and determine a strategy to be implemented in line with South Africa's foreign policy vision and mission.
President Zuma concludes a successful BRICS Summit. President Jacob Zuma has returned to Pretoria after concluding a successful working visit to Goa in India, where together with Leaders at the 8th BRICS Summit, South Africa committed to building responsive, inclusive and collective solutions to the world economic challenges. The 8th BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) Summit took place from 15-16 October 2016.
Address by President Jacob Zuma during the Interaction with the BRICS Business Council Members on the occasion of the 8TH BRICS Summit, Goa, India, 16 October 2016. It is gratifying to see the progress made by the BRICS Business Council since its launch in South Africa in 2013. The establishment of the seven working groups and the various activities and initiatives undertaken clearly demonstrate the commitment by members of the Council to cement business ties amongst our countries.
Intervention by His Excellency, President Jacob Zuma at the BRICS Leaders' Plenary Session, Goa, India, 16 October 2016. I wish to congratulate our Chair and gracious host, Prime Minister Modi, for his leadership towards yet another set of milestone achievements for our grouping today. The world is faced with new, inter-connected challenges which require our concerted efforts to resolve.
Goa Action Plan, 16 October 2016. We took note of the following events held under India's BRICS Chairpersonship before the Goa Summit - Meetings of Parliamentarians & Ministers - BRICS Women Parliamentarians' Forum (20-21 August 2016, Jaipur), Meeting of National Security Advisers (15-16 September 2016, New Delhi), Meeting of BRICS Agriculture Ministers (23 September 2016, New Delhi), etc.
8TH BRICS Summit: Goa Declaration. We, the Leaders of the Federative Republic of Brazil, the Russian Federation, the Republic of India, the People's Republic of China and the Republic of South Africa, met on 15-16 October 2016 in Goa, India, at the Eighth BRICS Summit, which was held under the theme "Building Responsive, Inclusive and Collective Solutions."
Minister Nkoana-Mashabane to host the biennial Heads of Mission Conference. International Relations and Cooperation Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane will host the biennial Heads of Mission Conference from the 17th - 21 October 2016 in Pretoria.
South Africa congratulates Mr Guterres for his appointment as the next Secretary-General of the UN. The South African Government extends its warm congratulations to Mr António Guterres from Portugal following his appointment by the United Nations General Assembly as the organisation's 9th Secretary-General. Mr Guterres will serve a five-year term from 1 January 2017 to 31 December 2021.
President Zuma sends condolences to the people of Thailand on the passing His Majesty the King of Bhumibol Adulyadej. President Zuma, has today, Thursday 10 October 2016, on behalf of the South African Government and the people of South Africa, extended the country's deepest condolences to the people of the Kingdom of Thailand following the passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
Former First Vice President of the Republic of South Sudan, Dr Riek Machar, on a private visit to South Africa. The Former First Vice President of the Republic of South Sudan, Dr Riek Machar, is currently in South Africa on a private visit for medical reasons. Consultations were held with the Government of South Sudan regarding the visit of Dr Riek Machar to South Africa.
Media Briefing Remarks by President Jacob Zuma at the Conclusion of the Official Discussions with President Uhuru Kenyatta, Nairobi, Kenya, 11 October 2016. Allow me Mr President to start by extending my sincere gratitude to you for inviting us to visit this beautiful country. I thank you for your warm welcome and the hospitality extended to my delegation since our arrival. I concur fully with the remarks by President Kenyatta.
Remarks by President Jacob Zuma on the Occasion of the Kenya-South Africa Business Forum, Nairobi, Kenya, 11 October 2016. It gives me great pleasure to address this esteemed business forum of our two countries. Let me begin by extending our appreciation of the of hospitality and warm welcome accorded to us by His Excellency, President Kenyatta and the people of Kenya.
President Jacob Zuma sends words of solidarity to Haiti and other Caribbean nations. President Jacob Zuma, has on behalf of the Government and the people of South Africa, expressed condolences to the Government and people of the Republic of Haiti following destructive Hurricane Matthew that has hit Haiti and claimed the lives of hundreds of people.
Opening Remarks by H. E. Ms Maite Nkoana-Mashabane, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Republic of South Africa, on the occasion of the 2nd Session of the Bi-National Commission between the Republic of South Africa and the Republic of Namibia, Pretoria, 06 October 2016. It is with great pleasure that I welcome to South Africa all our Namibian colleagues. South Africa is your home as Namibia is our home. We are family, we are comrades and most importantly we are neighbours. As family and comrades, we need to meet regularly to discuss issues of mutual interest.
Minister Nkoana-Mashabane to host her Namibian counterpart for the 2nd Ministerial Session of the South Africa-Namibia Bi-National Commission
The Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, H. E. Maite Nkoana-Mashabane, will host and co-chair with the Namibian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, H. E. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the 2nd Ministerial Session of the South Africa-Namibia Bi-National Commission (BNC).
Thursday, 06 October 2016
Remarks by the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane, Chair of CITES CoP17, on the occasion of the media briefing on the status of the Conference, 04 October 2016, Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg. It is an honour to address you in my capacity as Chair of the Seventeenth Conference of the Parties to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES CoP17). At this time when the CITES Plenary is still considering the work of the Committees, I am not in a position to talk about specific proposals or substance issues.
Statement by the Minister of Home Affairs of the Republic of South Africa, Mr Malusi Gigaba MP, during the occasion of the General Debate at the 67th Session of the Executive Committee of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Geneva, Switzerland, on 03 October 2016. At the outset, please allow me both to congratulate Mr. Fillipo Grandi on his elevation to the important office of UN High Commissioner for Refugees as well as to express South Africa's support for the statement delivered on behalf of the African Group by Sudan.
Remarks by Ambassador Tebogo Seokolo on the occasion of South Africa's election as Chair of the IAEA Board of Governors 2016-2017, 3 October 2016, Vienna, Austria. On behalf of South Africa, I wish to express our sincerest appreciation to the Members of the Board for elevating us to the Office of the Chair of the Board. I particularly wish to thank Member States of the African Group for assigning us the responsibility to execute this task on their behalf. I also congratulate the new Vice Chairs of the Board, whom I look forward to working with.
South Africa's ambassador in Vienna elected as Chair of the IAEA Board of Governors. South Africa's Ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and Governor to the Board of IAEA (Agency), Mr Tebogo Seokolo, was today, Monday 03 October 2016, elected to serve as its Chair for the period October 2016 to October 2017. The last time South Africa chaired the IAEA Board was in 1959.
South Africa and Iran take steps to intensify cooperation. The Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ms Nomaindiya Mfeketo, hosted her Iranian counterpart, Dr Jaberi Ansari, the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, in Pretoria on 29 September 2016 for bilateral consultations in accordance with the mandate of the South Africa-Iran Deputy Ministerial Working Group (DMWG), which provides oversight in monitoring and guiding bilateral political and economic relations between the two countries.
Deputy Minister Mfeketo to host the South Africa-Iran Deputy Ministerial Working Group. International Relations and Cooperation Deputy Minister Nomaindiya Mfeketo will host the South Africa - Iran Deputy Ministerial Working Group (DMWG) on Thursday, 29 September 2016 in Pretoria, with her Iranian counterpart, Deputy Foreign Minister Hossein Jaber Ansari.
Deputy Minister Mfeketo to deliver a lecture in celebration of Heritage month
The Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ms Nomaindiya Mfeketo will deliver a lecture in celebration of Heritage month, under the theme: Celebrating our Human Treasures by Asserting our African Identity.
Wednesday, 28 September 2016
Statement on the Cabinet Meeting of 28 September 2016. Implementation of key government programmes - As government we are deeply committed to the upliftment of our people, hence education remains one of our apex priorities. We have demonstrated this through the allocation of resources, where Higher Education and Training was one of the biggest beneficiaries of this year's national budget, receiving an additional 18% for 2016/17.
Minister Nkoana-Mashabane to deliver a public lecture in Limpopo
International Relations and Cooperation Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane will deliver a public lecture on renowned struggle heroine Charlotte Maxeke in Polokwane, Limpopo Province, under the theme: "Women united in moving South Africa forward".
Tuesday, 27 September 2016
Statement the Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of South Africa, Mr Luwellyn Landers, on the occasion of the G77 and China Ministerial Meeting, 23 September 2016, UN Headquarters, New York. We come together at the start of the 71st Session of the UN General Assembly at a time when the world continues to face growing inter-connected global challenges, which include growing instability brought about by, inter-alia, continued conflict, increased cases of terrorism, large-scale movements of refugees and migrants; global health crises, economic stagnation and underdevelopment.
Deputy Minister Landers participates in the High-Level Meeting on the Right to Development at the UN in New York. International Relations and Cooperation Deputy Minister Luwellyn Landers has today, Thursday, 22 September 2016, participated in a High-level Meeting on the sidelines of the General Debate of the 71st session of the UN General Assembly in New York, to mark the 30th anniversary of the UN Declaration on the Right to Development.
South Africa expresses concern over the current situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. His Excellency President Jacob Zuma has expressed concern over the violent incidences that took place in the past few days in the Democratic Republic of Congo, resulting in the deaths of people, leaving many injured and causing physical damage to infrastructure in the country. These incidences threaten the hard won democratic gains made by the DRC through the past two elections.
South Africa's Statement at the High Level Side Event on the Fifth Anniversary of the Open Government Partnership, United Nations, New York, 20 September 2016. It is an honour to join you today as we celebrate five years since the founding of the Open Government Partnership. We have opportunity today to reflect on a remarkable journey the Open Government Partnership has travelled since September 2011.
Intervention by His Excellency, President Zuma, at the Launch Event of the United Nations High-Level Commission on Health Employment and Economic Growth, New York, 20 September 2016. Allow me to start by thanking the United Nations Secretary-General, Mr Ban Ki-moon, for establishing the High-Level Commission on Health Employment and Economic Growth. This I believe is an initiative that could contribute considerably to developing countries' efforts to achieve the goals of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and overcoming the triple challenges of unemployment, poverty and inequality.
Statement by President Jacob Zuma, President of the Republic of South Africa during the General Debate of the 71st Session of the United Nations General Assembly, New York, 20 September 2016. I wish to congratulate you, Mr President, on your election as the President of the 71st Session of the General Assembly. I assure you of South Africa's continued support in the implementation of your priorities and responsibilities throughout your term.


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The Kalamazoo Township Board of Trustees on Monday approved the contract in a 6-0 vote after months of negotiating on the part of the committee, which included several police officers, the police chief and three board members. Trustee Mark Miller was absent.
"It was a process where the whole committee, both sides, worked very hard," said Patricia Hiatt, township supervisor.
The new, three-year contract includes a 1.5 percent wage increase for police officers in 2013 and a 1 percent wage increase in 2014 and 2015. In the contract from 2010 through 2012, officers saw a 1 percent increase each year, according to Hiatt.
The contract also requires that police officers have a 20 percent co-pay for health insurance. In the last contract they had not had a co-pay.
"This was a hard thing for them to accept," Hiatt said.
Kalamazoo Township Treasurer George Cochran said the union represents 37 employees -- 31 sworn officers and six dispatch employees. The police department's operating budget is about $4.3 million, which is $70,000 higher than what was included in the 2011 budget, Cochran said.
Police officers for the first time in 2013 will participate in a project to encourage fitness and healthy living, Hiatt said. Hiatt praised the project, saying it can improve officers' health and the bottom line.
Hiatt said the board soon will start to discuss wages and benefits for non-union employees.
Emily Monacelli is a local government reporter for the Kalamazoo Gazette. Contact her at firstname.lastname@example.com. Follow her on Twitter.


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San Francisco, Hunter Pence needs your help.
For those who don't know, Pence has been using a scooter to get to the ballpark:
After Saturday's game against the Minnesota Twins, the San Francisco Giants outfielder tweeted that his famous scooter had been stolen:
Ahhhh someone stole my scooter! :(— Hunter Pence (@hunterpence) May 26, 2014
Update: Wednesday, May 28 at 6:06 p.m. ET
USA TODAY's Jorge L. Ortiz tweeted out some good news:
Oh, and Hunter Pence's motorized scooter, the subject of an intense search after its recent disappearance, has been found safe and sound.— Jorge L. Ortiz (@jorgelortiz) May 28, 2014
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If it was indeed stolen, citizens around the city shouldn't have a hard time recognizing it if they see it. It's pretty clear who it belongs to:
Thanks for the support everyone! If you're keeping an eye out here's what it looks like. #stolemyscooter pic.twitter.com/kw2NccqrpR— Hunter Pence (@hunterpence) May 26, 2014
Update: Monday, May 26 at 2:08 p.m. ET
CSN Bay Area's Andrew Baggarly was able to get a few more details on the theft:
Hunter Pence is formally offering a signed Pence bobblehead (riding his scooter) for the return of his stolen scooter. "I'll forgive you."— Andrew Baggarly (@CSNBaggs) May 26, 2014
Pence rode a backup scooter with a dying battery to the park today. "Yeah, I can't fathom driving for some reason."— Andrew Baggarly (@CSNBaggs) May 26, 2014
Pence was at Epic Roasthouse on Embarcadero last night, left scooter by chef door when it got boosted.— Andrew Baggarly (@CSNBaggs) May 26, 2014
--End of Update--
Interestingly, several Giants players use scooters to get around town. Earlier this year, Pence's scooter was immortalized with a bobblehead:
Twitter has shown its support for the 31-year-old:
@hunterpence don't worry hunter. We gotcha pic.twitter.com/vCCVMSW187— Brëtt Miröki (@JocoGent) May 26, 2014
Someone call the #BatKid! Now! "@MLBFanCave: Someone stole @hunterpence's scooter. Not cool at all."— Michael Schlact (@michael_schlact) May 26, 2014
It looks like Pence will need to find a new way to get around town for the time being.
[MLB.com, Twitter, Hunter Pence; h/t Big League Stew]


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Move over, mojitos and caipirinhas. Tall and rummy was so last summer. You might have noticed a newcomer popping up on the cocktail lists of bars all over town: punch! Borne of the prevailing trend of the 1920s speakeasy throwback, punch is making a serious return to the drinking scene, and we suspect this is just the beginning! Good thing, because July's around the corner, and what sunshine-and-libation-loving Portlander wouldn't like to order such an easy-drinking concoction?
Long considered to be the slightly frumpy, no-fuss drink favored by the collegiate crowd and the occasional harried wedding planner, punch is emerging as a drink with potential for greatness. Sure, it might have been willed into existence in order to mask the flavor of bathtub gin, but it's not just about sweet anymore, fellow drinkers! Think infused liquors, bitters, and muddled seasonal fruit. By the time you finish off with brandy and a hint of spice, you've got a bowl of deliciousness you might just want to keep all to yourself (actually, we don't recommend that, but we understand the impulse).
So pull up a chair, invite a few of your best drinking buddies, and dive in. We've highlighted a few different places to find the good stuff in the city. And as usual, add your own boozy suggestions in the comments!
Clyde Common
Oh, the daily punch at Clyde. You probably already come here for their whisky selection, their food, the casually cool downtown ambience, and a staff that's easy on the eyes, but now you have something else to add to that list. Forget those barrel-aged cocktail offerings. Throw on some heels and a saucy dress and really hone in on that "ever-flowing" element of their daily punch. Don't even worry about what's in it. Just know that the final product has involved a dry muddle, precise proportions, the bartender's mood, and probably Prosecco. No better time to chat up that bearded gentlemen sipping rye than after a few of these, we imagine.
Clyde Common, 1014 SW Stark Street, 503.228.3333
Circa 33
Head here for some inventive punches, and a generous selection of them at that, by the current city standards. Circa 33 adheres to a bartending style based on conviviality and classic drink mixing, which extends to every drink on their list. Lucky for you! These punches tend to be on the sweeter side, but check out the pisco punch, a more gingery concoction. You have your option of a carafe that serves five or a smaller, individual portion if you feel like defying the communal spirit and essence of the drink (so the menu says!).
And if you choose to forgo (or can't find space in) the alleyway patio seating, the interior includes a library-style setup behind the bar complete with sliding ladder to reach the tallest shelves. Between that, the bartender's 1920s-esque get-up, and the new carafe that just arrived at your table, you'll be pretty happy that silly 18th Amendment got repealed.
Circa 33, 3348 SE Belmont, 503.477.7682
Photo: Natalie St John
Central's current cocktail list leaves a very important opening in its "bartender's choice" option, under which we're sure no reasonable request for a quaffable, communal drink would be refused. Really, when you're inside this thoughtfully decorated, Americana-influenced speakeasy, what doesn't seem like punch in this atmosphere? The drinks list is available nowhere except inside the bar itself (it's "secret," if you will), so get in there, tell the bartender what you like, and spend the rest of the night pretending you're just whiling away the hours while your own bathtub gin brews at home.
Central, 220 SW Ankeny
The Original
You're most of the way down this list, and maybe you're speakeasy-ed out. Maybe you don't want bitters in your punch. Maybe you just want to sit and relive the thrill of that first jungle juice of freshman year. We've got you covered. The Original is rocking a back-to-basics punch right now, all flavored vodka and fruit puree, which is in its own unique category of delicious. It's some ridiculous price at happy hour, so if you're making this into a bar crawl (you are, right?), make sure you hit this one in that small window of time between 4:30 and 6. But get there soon, because there are no guarantees that the next iteration of punch (ever-changing recipe, we hear) will pair so beautifully with the gravy-soaked poutine.
The Original, 300 SW 6th Avenue, 503.546.2666
The Bye and Bye
Technically, this bar's eponymous cocktail isn't a punch, but we're in the camp of considering any drink as such if has more than one kind of liquor and is served in a canning vessel (which, here, is large enough to be considered a misshapen bowl). And for the teetotalers and designated drivers amongst you who'd like to live the glory of ordering punch despite your non-drinking habits, it's a delightful irony that the this is the place for you, too. We hear asking for punch will get you some kind of refreshing non-alcoholic cocktail you can sip while laughing at your increasingly belligerent drinking buddies.
The Bye and Bye, 1011 NE Alberta Street, 503.281.0537


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President Barack Obama will be publicly sworn in to his second term on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, on Monday, Jan. 21, a fitting tribute to the civil rights leader who gave up his life for equality.
But you don't have to travel to Washington to celebrate King's legacy. Plenty of activities are planned closer to home:
• In the state capital, the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day March steps off from Columbus City Hall at 4:45 p.m. Following the march, there will be a free program at Veterans Memorial, 300 W. Broad St., including dramatic, music and dance performances. Details: crc.columbus.gov/content.aspx?id=30274.
Also in Columbus, check out the annual open house at the King Arts Complex, 867 Mount Vernon Ave., which commemorates the 50th anniversary of King's March on Washington. Details: kingartscomplex.com or 614-645-5464.
• In Cincinnati, the Museum Center hosts an African Culture Fest Saturday through Monday, Jan. 21, with a re-created African village, a marketplace with authentic food and goods, dancers, drummers, storytellers and more. Details: cincymuseum.org
Also in Cincinnati, the Civil Rights Commemorative March kicks off at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 21, ending at Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., where a noon program features the Martin Luther King Jr. Chorale. Details: mlkcoalition.org
• In Toledo, the annual United Celebration, presented by the city and the University of Toledo, kicks off at 9 a.m. at Savage Arena, 2801 W. Bancroft St., with a resource fair, music, awards and more. Details: utoledo.edu/diversity/oed/unity.html
• Or, stay in Northeast Ohio, where Severance Hall opens its doors for a free open house of music and entertainment, starting at noon Jan. 21 (clevelandorchestra.com). Or head downtown, where the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum will offer free admission and entertainment (rockhall.com).
National Afro-American Museum to reopen. The National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center, closed for more than a year, will reopen Saturday, Jan. 26, after an extensive renovation. The museum, on the grounds of Central State University near Dayton, reopens with a special exhibit, "How I Got Over," featuring more than 70 pieces showing how African-Americans have used art to mobilize communities. The name of the exhibit comes from the song sung by Mahalia Jackson after Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous "I Have a Dream" speech. Details: ohiohistory.org or 1-800-752-2603.


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With a stay at Jinjiang Inn Shanghai Fengxian Nanqiao Road in Fengxian, you'll be within the region of Guhua Park and Shanghai Jiao Tong University. This hotel is within the region of Fengxian Beach and Shanghai Disneyland©.
Make yourself at home in one of the 103 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary high-speed (wired) Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and slippers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Buffet breakfasts are available daily for a fee.
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LOS ANGELES – The outcome of the at-bat looked sealed. Yankees first baseman Lyle Overbay had already taken two hopeless hacks off ninth-inning curveballs from funky Dodgers reliever Paco Rodriguez. The count was 1-2 when Overbay committed an act that on this night, in a 3-0 Yankees victory, felt miraculous: He drove in a run.
"He finally hung one, that last pitch," Overbay said. "And I was able to get wood on it."
Overbay punched the fourth curve of the at-bat up the middle for the game-winning single. Robinson Cano raced home from third. The Dodgers gifted the Yankees a pair of runs right after that. Second baseman Mark Ellis bumped into rookie Yasiel Puig on a pop-up in left field. The ball dropped to the ground.
So that gaffe and Overbay's hit stole the show after a sizzling pitcher's duel. The showdown between Hiroki Kuroda and Clayton Kershaw lived up to its billing. Kuroda matched a season high with eight strikeouts in seven scoreless innings. Kershaw lasted a frame longer, with eight scoreless innings of his own.
"That," shortstop Derek Jeter said, "was what you call 'a pitcher's duel.'"
In the process, Kuroda lowered his ERA to 2.38. He has given up two runs in 21 innings since the All-Star Break.
"He was brilliant again," manager Joe Girardi said. "You think of the starts that he's had since the break. He has been really good for us."
Earlier in the afternoon, after standing pat at the trade deadline, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman spoke not of the team's 8.5-game deficit in the American League East, but their 3.5-game deficit in the chase for the second Wild Card. They would take baby steps, he said.
"I didn't say we couldn't win the division," Cashman said. "But you have to walk before you can run."
This, perhaps, is a start. The Yankees expect Curtis Granderson to join them on Friday in San Diego. "We're starting to get a little bit healthier," Girardi said.
The Yankees spent most of Thursday night spinning their wheels. Kershaw deftly disarmed them to exit a second-inning jam. The Yankees placed runners at the corners with one out after Vernon Wells slapped a single to left and Brent Lillibridge chopped one up the middle. But Kershaw popped up Jayson Nix and grounded out Chris Stewart to erase the threat.
The Dodgers, meanwhile, didn't mount their best rally against Kershaw until the seventh. The Yankees benefited from an egregious mistake on the bases by Adrian Gonzalez. He looped a leadoff single to left, and decided to test the arm of Vernon Wells. Far from fleet of foot, Gonzalez was thrown out by several feet.
This proved critical, as the Dodgers notched a pair of two-out singles. Kuroda ran the count full against utility man Skip Schumaker. His final pitch of the evening was an 87-mph splitter, diving beneath the swing of Schumaker. Kuroda pumped his fist and roared, a rare display of emotion.
"The situation dictated that emotion," Kuroda said. "Once in a while, I can do that."
Major League Baseball could suspend Yankees catcher Francisco Cervelli later this week for his involvement with the Biogenesis scandal. But even if he avoids punishment, which appears, unlikely, general manager Brian Cashman called it "unrealistic" for Cervelli to play again this season.
Cervelli is scheduled to see Dr. James Andrews on Aug. 5 regarding lingering discomfort in his right elbow. He also has had trouble with a finger in the hand he broke back on April 26. He has not played since.


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PS-MAPP stands for Partnering for Safety and Permanence Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting. Every potential foster or adoptive parent is required to complete PS-MAPP training before a child can be placed in their home. The goal of the ten week training course is to help you and your family decide whether or not fostering a child is right for you.
The program guides potential applicants through the complex issues they will face as Resource Foster parents. Through carefully designed activities, parents see firsthand the challenges of fostering. Using both group and individual exercises, leaders help parents decide if their expectations and abilities match the realities of being a Resource Foster parent. Mutual preparation and selection enable parents and Pathway Family Services to build the basis of teamwork toward permanency for children and their families. Partnerships in parenting become partnerships for permanency. When Resource Foster parents understand the needs of children and their families, it is more likely that permanency will be achieved. This program enables Resource Foster parents to work more effectively with children and their families in the child welfare system.
Note: All office locations are held at TFI Family Services, Inc.
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But more than 15 years after Hollywood Video founder Mark Wattles received a contested Clackamas County building permit for his mansion on 32 acres of prized farmland on the Willamette River, the home remains unfinished.
Wattles received his building permit for the 50,000-square-foot home in April 1996, according to Clackamas County. The property, which has a West Linn address, sits at the end of secluded Peach Cove Road across the river from Canby.
In 1997, Wattles won a highly-publicized legal challenge filed by a neighbor, who was aided by land-use group 1000 Friends of Oregon and Ball Janik LLP. The Oregon Court of Appeals ruled on a technicality that the neighbor's appeal of Wattles' grading permit was not within a lower land use board's jurisdiction.
By county standards, the property has active building, electrical and plumbing permits, but the fenced-off property showed no signs of activity on a recent autumn morning. Blue and white construction tarps covered the existing shell of the home, which was partially hidden behind a berm.
Clackamas County places the property's market value at $6.4 million, including the improvements. Records show the 2010-11 property taxes came to $69,037.
Wattles could not be reached for comment for this story. He sold his stake in the now-defunct, Wilsonville-based Hollywood Videos rental chain in 2005. Records show he lived in Las Vegas, though he returned to the area last year to open a new Tigard location for Ultimate Electronics. Wattles had purchased 32 of the stores out of bankruptcy and opened other locations before filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection at the beginning of the year and liquidating its assets.
"We've been getting those consistently every six months," Carlson said. "It's usually like 'We've added a little more roofing to the roof. We haven't stopped work on it ever,'" he said. "They're just barely doing anything to it."
County officials go out for all inspections required by law, but in 2008, the county ended its practice of in-person progress inspections every six months.
"We were going out on those and the policy changed at that point and we said, 'We're not going to send a truck and a guy out there to look at nothing being accomplished,'" Carlson said. "That's when we changed the policy and said, 'We want you to send in a letter and pictures.'"
The policy of these open-ended permits is one "we'd like to change a bit because they get so strung out," he said. Carlson estimated the county has 20 or so properties that have been under construction for about 15 years or more.
So does the county have any indication when work on Wattles' controversial mansion might finish?
"Not on our end," Carlson said. "That's a question for a homeowner. We have no idea. Most people want to get their project done, dust everything off and get on with life."
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NEW YORK -- Zack Wheeler, the most electric of the Mets' pitchers, has confounded through the season's opening weeks.
Before Wheeler took the mound Saturday against the Arizona Diamondbacks, manager Terry Collins described the 23-year-old as an ace of the future. Wheeler's repertoire of pitches -- a fastball that hit 96 miles an hour Saturday, a looping curveball and a slider that snaps sharply -- prop up Collins' assessment. But so far this season Wheeler's results have not.
Entering his 10th start, Wheeler had walked 27 batters, third-most in the National League. He had won only once, back on April 14. And his earned run average ballooned to 4.53.
More than anything, Collins wanted Wheeler to pitch deep into Saturday's game with a doubleheader scheduled for Sunday. The right-hander did as asked, even if the Mets offense offered little support in a 3-2 loss.
Half of the six hits Wheeler gave up came in sequence during the second inning. Miguel Montero walked on nine pitches. Aaron Hill doubled. Soft singles by Martin Prado and Cody Ross plated the game's first two runs.
The Diamondbacks' only other run arrived an inning later after shortstop Wilmer Flores bounced a throw wide of first allowing Paul Goldschmidt to reach safely. Three batters later, Prado again found a hole in the infield to place a single, and Goldschmidt scored.
"He was angry with the way things started and beared down and pitched very, very well," Collins said. "I think that's a huge step forward for him."
Catcher Anthony Recker said after the third inning, Wheeler's approach became more aggressive. "It's almost like he felt he could throw anything, anywhere, and get the result he wanted."
After a storm soaked the city and washed out Friday night's game, pearls of rain began falling in the third inning Saturday and then steadied, supplying a gloomy backdrop.
In the first inning, the Mets loaded the bases with two outs, but this season those situations have rarely resulted in runs. Lucas Duda swung and missed to end the threat, and the Mets have collected merely six base hits in 42 at-bats with the bases full over the season's opening weeks.
Another rally materialized in the third inning after Daniel Murphy and then David Wright punched singles into left field. Curtis Granderson smashed a changeup that wandered over the plate into the gap in right-center field. The ball bounced high off the turf and disappeared over the outfield wall into the Diamondbacks bullpen, suspending Wright's trip around the bases at third.
Josh Collmenter, the Diamondbacks starter, again wriggled free of trouble. He tossed a quartet of cut fastballs to strike out Chris Young. Duda, the next batter, flied out.
"He's our guy in the middle of the lineup that we hope gets up in big situations with guys on base," Collins said of Duda.
Collmenter possesses little of the flash that accompanies Wheeler. He is burly, with 235 pounds on his 6-foot-4 frame. And his overgrown beard gives him the appearance of a couch potato. Collmenter's primary weapon is his changeup, which makes right-handed hitters particularly uncomfortable. They are batting .176 against the righty this season.
Over his career, Collmenter (3-2) has been tougher when pitching out of the bullpen, but this season he has made 11 appearances and seven have been starts.
Collmenter's reliable changeup, though, lacked its usual sharpness Saturday. In the fifth inning, Wright put another Mets run on the board when he clubbed a 2-0 changeup into left field. The ball hooked around the orange foul pole for Wright's third home run of the season and third hit of the game.
The Mets didn't threaten to score again until the seventh. By then, Evan Marshall was on the mound. With Eric Young dancing off second and Juan Lagares on first, Marshall flipped a changeup that Murphy smacked back to the pitcher, beginning a double play.
Another chance for Duda came in the eighth, with Granderson on second and Chris Young on first. Duda hacked at a sinker, raising a harmless fly to left. He finished 0-4 and failed to score five runners in scoring position.


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Hunters, meat processors and food pantries helped the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and its partners donate more than 90,000 pounds of venison to those in need in 2013.
"We are very proud to be part of this community-based program," said DNR Secretary Cathy Stepp. "Anytime we can have a safe, successful deer hunt and donate valuable food to our pantries it's a win-win for Wisconsin."
More than 2,000 deer were donated through the DNR deer donation program and processed packages of ground venison were distributed to food pantries statewide. The number of deer donated decreased by 27 percent compared to 2012, likely a result of fewer deer harvested.
"Regardless of the number of deer donated, the program is always considered a success," said DNR wildlife damage biologist Dan Hirchert.
"The deer donation program was designed to provide an outlet for surplus deer — whether hunters consume their own deer or donate to those in need, the meat is being put to great use," Hirchert said.
Since the program began in 2000, hunters have donated more than 85,000 deer and more than 3.8 million pounds of venison. The collected meat is distributed to Wisconsin families in need of food assistance. The program relies on cooperation with counties across the state, U.S. Department of Agriculture-Wildlife Services and community programs like Hunt for the Hungry and Target Hunger. These organizations help organize donations, coordinate processing, and distribute venison.
For more information about the DNR's deer donation program and more on how people can help, search the DNR website dnr.wi.gov for keywords "deer donation."
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It has been suggested that they recent rumours surrounding AMD's involvement in the development of Sony's new home console may indicate that Sony has abandoned their Cell processor architecture.
Sources have told Kotaku that the Sony's next home console will be powered by a new processor designed by AMD and it will not be based on the Cell technology that powers the PS3.
Last year Sony sold the Cell processor technology to IBM although at the time IBM stated that they would be providing the processors to power all of the next generation of home consoles.
If the rumours about Sony abandoning Cell are true then it may be the case that the PS4 will feature integrated architecture with the graphics and processor on one chip with AMD's Radeon architecture powering the graphics.
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Politics: Mother Jones unveils 'scandalous' Romney videos that you'll probably agree with
Published by: Robert Laurie on Monday September 17th, 2012
By ROBERT LAURIE - The left seems really upset by this. Guess the truth hurts.
Today, the far left rag and website, Mother Jones, took time away from its normally busy schedule of promoting Occupy Wall Street in order to destroy Mitt Romney. The self-described "independent news outlet" obtained secret video of Romney speaking at a fundraiser, and it allegedly shows what Romney "truly thinks of all the voters who support President Barack Obama." Frankly, there's not much here that most clear-headed people will disagree with.
First up, here's what he thinks of die-hard Obama voters. This is, according to Mother Jones, the most damaging of the tapes.
So, he's basically reiterating what any political strategist, on either side of the aisle, would tell him. Since there's nothing to see here, let's move on to Mitt's thoughts on his consultants:
Ummmm....OK. So, Mother Jones is shocked that there are political analysts who work for political candidates? Maybe they're not aware that Obama has hired a virtual army of these guys. So, another non-starter. Let's move on to the oh-so-damning video where Mitt tells attendees what he thinks the country's economic future holds:
Wow. Intense stuff, eh? Obviously, his career has been doomed by the intrepid folks at MotherJones.com. Maybe, though, he's got an evil scheme that can help him win despite being a horrible human being who thinks about strategy, the economy, and his opponent's voters. Here's how he thinks you win elections:
Hmmmm....nothing there either. If anything, these videos simply highlight the fact that left-wing media hates anyone who tries to challenge their chosen messiah and anything that person might say will be used against him - no matter how benign. There is literally nothing here that hasn't been uttered in the Obama war room a thousand times over. So, we can only assume that strategy is evil and ugly when the right employs it, while being good, proper, and just when undertaken by the left.
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UH Supercomputing Expert Goes GreenLennart Johnsson Delivers Keynote Address at International Green Computing Conference
August 11, 2010-Houston-As with many "green" initiatives, "green computing" also is on the rise. Internationally renowned for his expertise in the field, University of Houston (UH) professor Lennart Johnsson will be giving the keynote address at the International Green Computing Conference Aug. 16 in Chicago.
Green computing refers to environmentally sustainable computing, involving the study and practice of designing, manufacturing, using and disposing of computers, servers and their components with minimal impact to the environment. Goals include reducing the use of hazardous materials, maximizing energy efficiency during a product's lifetime and promoting recyclability and biodegradability once the products become defunct.
Johnsson is a champion of green computing, as evidenced by his recent collaboration with industry leaders AMD and Supermicro to develop the Supermicro 4P blade, an energy-efficient hardware solution for high-performance computers (HPC). His involvement in HPC spans four decades, and he currently is a Hugh Roy and Lillie Cranz Cullen Distinguished Professor in computer science, mathematics and electrical and computer engineering, as well as director of the Texas Learning & Computation Center (TLC2) at UH.
"Supercomputing involves exceptionally powerful computers traditionally used for solving fundamental physics, chemistry and large-scale engineering problems," Johnsson said. "Advanced computing platforms and applications yield safer, better-performing and more fuel-efficient cars and planes and facilitate the development and testing of life-saving medicines. They also provide the opportunity to push the boundaries of science to discover properties of materials and fluids that can lead to new products, in turn leading to new industries, new treatments for diseases and improved conditions for humanity as a whole."
The conference, sponsored by The IEEE Computer Society, addresses key topics related to energy efficiency in computing and promoting environmentally friendly technologies. Numerous aspects of green computing will be addressed, including energy-efficient use of computers, hardware and software systems, algorithms, applications, and power, energy and temperature-related research. Other topics include how to reduce the carbon footprint of computing and how computers can contribute positively to the well-being of the planet.
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Fishers' Town Council postponed its decision on a proposed 1-percent food-and-beverage tax Monday night, tabling the measure quickly and without comment rather than carry out an expected vote.
Councilors aren't ready to deliver a verdict, Vice President Pete Peterson said later, but they're working on it. "There's still a lot of discussion going on," he said.
State lawmakers gave Fishers permission to impose the tax this year, as long as the town uses the revenue—projected to be $1 million a year—to reduce property taxes or fund economic development.
Since the open-ended proposal was introduced to the council Nov. 4, the town's governing body has held two public hearings and collected about 30 letters from residents. Peterson says the delay ensures members have the chance to process the (mostly negative) feedback.
But it also could buy enough time to address opponents' complaint that it doesn't make sense to impose a levy without tying it to a specific economic development project.
Town leaders have said several deals are in the works, including one council veteran Scott Faultless last month said could represent a $100 million investment in the community.
Peterson said it's possible that one of those pending projects could "come to fruition" by the end of the year, the deadline for Fishers to impose the tax.
A majority of the seven-member council would have to agree to get the food-and-beverage measure back on a council agenda. It has one regular meeting remaining on Dec. 16, and President John Weingardt could convene a special session if necessary to revisit the proposal.
Freshman Councilor Renee Cox, an outspoken opponent of the tax, is glad the council is taking its time. "Listening is always good," she said.
Earlier Monday, the Town Council, Fishers Redevelopment Commission and Fishers Economic Development Commission unanimously approved an incentive deal with growing construction firm Meyer Najem, which plans to build a $5.5 million headquarters and office building downtown.
The project agreement calls for the town to contribute 1.7 acres of land and $1.4 million. Fishers also will share in any profits from the eventual sale of the building, said Community Development Director Tom Dickey.


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Let me say up front that I'm not basing my argument entirely on how the Wizards defended Rajon Rondo… because they're pretty terrible defensively. But they do provide a couple of examples of the reaction to Rajon Rondo attacking the basket.
The "book" on Rondo says he will pass… a lot… even when he's got what might be good looks. So when you look at the video, you'll see Javale McGee… a 7-foot tall, high flying shot blocker… jab step at Rondo when he gets past John Wall rather than follow him to the rim to challenge the shot. With Glen Davis hanging around off the in the corner, McGee is clearly more concerned about Rondo passing it than taking the shot. Again, that's Rondo's M.O… so even though Baby is at the 3-point line, McGee knows that if he steps in to either take a charge or try for a block, that ball will be passed.
John Wall does the same thing on the second lay up. He picked up Big Baby on a switch and rather than challenge Rondo at the rim, he took a jab step at him and immediately retreats.
Again… not exactly the best defense in the world, but an example of the mentality involved in playing Rondo and what to do when he gets that deep. Which leads to the question in the headline.
I'm not suggesting the first half of the season is a pre-meditated set up for a second-half scoring surge… it certainly has worked out that way. It's no secret Rondo is not only pass-first point guard… he's a pass second, third and fourth point guard. And Rondo's a smart guy. So if he sees guys just jabbing at him and trying to take away all his passing lanes, he'll also see that there are clearer paths to the rim, and thus more opportunities to score.
Even if Rondo is dead-set on getting 15 assists a game, he's smart enough to know that at some point you've got to soften up the defense. It's the equivalent of having Tom Brady in the backfield and a ton of great receivers. At some point, the defense is going to dare you to run the ball… and you HAVE to run it in those situations just to show them that you will… and give yourself the opening to do what you really wanted to do all along: pass.
If defenses are going to so overplay the passing lanes, then Rondo's got no choice but to take some of the shots he's been passing up. Once teams see you're willing to drop 15 points (or more) in a few games, they'll have to respect the drive a little bit more… and that will open things back up for Rondo to drop the dimes he so desperately wants to rack up. We've already seen Rondo taking more mid-range shots (3.4 per game in his last 10 vs. two per game in December according to HoopData.com) so we're seeing a willingness to do it. So this leads me to believe we'll see more scoring out of Rondo in the second half of the season… just so he can go back to being the assist machine he wants to be come playoff time.


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LSU junior cornerback Mo Claiborne is, by many accounts, gone after Monday's BCS championship game against Alabama. Claiborne, 6 feet, 185 pounds, is expected to be taken as high as third in next spring's NFL Draft and would seem to be a lock as a top 10 selection. So draft prognosticators think he'll declare for the draft after next week's game.
"As of now, the NFL is not in my mind,'' said Claiborne, from Shreveport's Fair Park High. "As of now, I'm an LSU Tiger. (After Monday's game), I'm going to sit down with (LSU Coach Les) Miles and my family and decide from there.''
If you had told Claiborne that he'd be the top cornerback draft prospect upon his high school graduation in 2009, he'd have looked at you funny, he said.
Claiborne came to LSU expecting to play wide receiver, the position he loved, though he also lined up in the secondary and played quarterback in high school.
"When I first got here, my mind was all offense,'' Claiborne said. "No defense. It was in my head, I'm not playing defense. I'm a receiver. That's what I'm going to do.''
But that changed after a seven-on-seven drill in Baton Rouge during the summer before his freshman year. Claiborne said former LSU cornerback Patrick Peterson, drafted fifth by the Arizona Cardinals last year, was running the show that day and put him on defense during the drill.
He was lined up against former Tigers wide receiver Terrence Toliver, now on the Detroit Lions practice squad. Claiborne said Toliver ran a deep route over him. But Claiborne knocked the ball down when the ball was thrown Toliver's way.
"Everybody was looking around, like (Wow),'' Claiborne said. "The next day at practice, I was over there playing corner.''
LSU defensive coordinator John Chavis said Claiborne had already caught his eye before he arrived on campus. He said the defensive coaches were itching to have Claiborne on their side of the ball.
"We knew he had a big, big, big upside,'' Chavis said. "And the biggest thing really was which side of the ball was he going to play on. And we battled that.
"But obviously the head coach (Les Miles) makes the final call. And he felt quite comfortable that we would use Mo.''
Claiborne has made the most of the move and is now glad for the switch. But he still has a soft spot for the offensive side of the ball and wouldn't mind playing there if needed, he said.
And what if Miles had decided to keep Claiborne on offense? Would Claiborne still be as coveted by NFL teams, even a first round pick?
After pausing a second Claiborne was clear: "Yeah,'' he said with a smile.


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February 7, 2014 Eisenhower junior Kristen Williams has had an up-and-down year, including injuries, but she scored points in bunches this past week to help the Lady Knights avoid playoff elimination in District 10... more »»
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February 6, 2014 Tidioute Charter started on a 21-1 run against the WCCS Lions, and went on to win by a score of 70-34 Wednesday night at Warren County Christian School. more »»
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February 6, 2014 The Warren County Christian School Lady Lions improved to 7-5 on the year with a 46-22 home win over Tidioute Charter Wednesday night. more »»
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