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I try to connect the arduino uno to vvvv by using the firmata node.
i use windows7, vvvv25beta14.1
I tried uploading the Firmata-2.0beta3 (firmata standard) by using the arduino-0016 but the program didn´t work (just changed the colorsheme in windows7).
So i tried to upload it with arduino-0022. This worked but i don´t get any output on the board, even i see the operating led on the arduino uno is blinking when i use the arduinoUno patch that was demomstrated on the NODE2010.
The hardware seems to work cause if i try the same pins with the standardfirmata that come with the arduino-0022 and use the firmata_test.exe i can control all devices i connect to the board.
I get confused by all the different versions and different ways of how to make it work.
Does someone have an actual way of how to make it work ? What arduino IDE i have to use and what is the right version i have to upload to the arduino UNO? what version of vvvv i have to use ?
Thank you for your help
jo stephan
for me it worked just to use IDE 022 and the newest vvvv, so that should not give any problem...
just use IDE 022 and replace the firmata.... then upload standard firmata
sometimes you have to do some on/off switching in the vvvv patch before it works
but i did not use an arduino uno so dont know if that changes anything
take a look 3 threads down, I had the same problems..
if anyone has a clue how to get it working with an arduino MEGA, i'd like to hear it!
Hello artvt,
what kind of firmata did you use to upload to the board ? the version that comes with aduino-0022 or did you replace teh firmata folder in the libraries?
If i use the firmata2.0beta3 version i get an error when compiling it or uploading it to te arduino by using arduino-0022.
If i use the "FirmataStandard" i found in the web posted by massimo/arduino i get an error as well. i found it here: http://arduino.cc/blog/2010/11/19/tinkerkit-workshop-at-node-2010/
Any other idea ?
firmata2.0beta3 is the only version which works with the plugin ! it doesnt make sense trying different versions of firmata.
it does makes sense to try different arduino IDE's because some don't like to upload the old code.
uno is new, not tested, has a new driver if i'm not mistaken. this could be the reason for trouble.
ok, after havin problems using the "2.0beta3" with an older IDE i used the "firmatastandard" from the arduino guys that was used on the NODE2010 http://arduino.cc/blog/2010/11/19/tinkerkit-workshop-at-node-2010/.
I was able to upload with the arduino-0020.
When i start the arduino help patch i see that the board gets data (incoming data led when pvw data is send) but the connected led is not blinking, even i tried different outputs. The same output worked with the firmata-test.exe before when the "firmata_standard-22" was uploaded on the board. so i´m relative sure of the pins on the sensor shield. i tried the outputs 00-05 that refer to the pins 11,10,9,6,5,3. none of that outputs gives me a blinking led. Someone knows about this ?
is it possible to change the driver of the uno ?
In the workshop on the NODE2010 everything worked fine with the UNO and now i just try to redo everything.
as well none of the analog inputs flicker...
hai stephan
well it sounds a bit weird but I have 2 computers running with the IDE, I first tried one, didnt work, but the other does, so maybe that can help
or different IDE's as u7angel says
I am not shure but if I remember well, I used the same as you do (the one in the link)
you can't just change the driver..
from the arduino website : It is similar to the Duemilanove, but has a different USB-to-serial chip the ATMega8U2, and newly designed labeling to make inputs and outputs easier to identify.
it is really simple, if you managed to get 2.0beta3 onto the board and the plugin doesnt do anything, it most definetely will never work. it doesnt matter if you change driver, mess with different firmata versions...whatever.
the reason is the plugin works with a baudrate which only 2.0beta3 uses.
whatabout basicmata-arduino-interface
What IDE did you use ? I thought when there is no error message after uploading to the board everything is ok. If it´s like this the code is already uploaded. Or do you think it makes sense to try other IDE versions as well ?
I just wonder cause i see the UNO recieving data in the same rythm as the pwm data is sent by vvvv. if i turn of the checkbox of the pwm the led for recieving data stops working. but on the other hand i don´t see any flickering input recieved by the firmata.
The same effect i had when the arduino 22 / FirmataStandard was uploaded.
thats what i was trying to say...it sounds like you successfully uploaded the firmata software. but the plugin doesnt work. therefore you can come to he conclusion...it won't work.
seems like something changed with the uno version. some LED blinking is good, tells you at least some serial communication seems to work but plugin and uno don't understand each other for some reason.
Thank you for the link to basicmata. I haven´t seen that. So i will try this as well. Thank you for your help.
try to get your hands on an old duemilanove, probably works fine
Hi Stephan
(I am from Argentina, and a dont know very well spech english..)
I have the "same" problem!
Arduino UNO + vvvv_45beta25.1 = problems..
I used Ide 0022
I used Mega and Duemilanove and no problems, but when i used UNO, It does not work Firmata..
Did you solve it?
fabian urban
the current firmata plugin will only work with Duemilanove and older.
Uno will not work.
Mega is not fully supported.
Hi u7 its very strange. Are you talking to port com or to ftdii chipset?
With whitecat i was very happy to see that all my serial talking to comport wasnt dependant of unos/ftdii drivers.
Maybe futur implementation should only discuSs with com port?
About code its usually a problem of evolution of core libraries. Or libraries that were external and where agregate and modified in the core of libs
just saying the arduino uno is incompatible with the plugin. no need to test stuff to get it working until me or someone else makes a better version of the plugin
i put the thread to resolved so ppl stop trying pointless things with the plugin.
hi u7 thanks for your reply. it was just a statement: ths plugin should work in another way than device related
you are right, since there are so many different arduino boards out there and firmata changes constantly, there is no way to make a carefree plugin which hides the ftdi/serial part from the user.
on the other hand, if someone just needs an usb io board, there are far easier solutions than arduino plus firmata. i think lots of people buy an arduino, try the blinking led example and then try to turn it into an io board with firmata. some of them give up along the way of firmata arduino serial communication problems with whatever software, let it be flash, processing or vvvv.
teacher should tell people, if you just want to attach a poti or sensors or servo to your computer driven projects, get some ready to go io board like phidgets.
it is actually possible to communicate with Arduino Firmata via RS232 node.
an example how to do it, based on the very first Firmata protocol can be found here http://legacy.vvvv.org/tiki-index.php?page=UserPageMrBenefit&highlight=firmata
i couldnt get hold of the uno yet, but reading forums i bet its just some baudrate problem. one needs to adjust the baudrate in the firmataPlugin Code and the firmata software on the board. anyway, no proof yet. i will have time and an uno in a bit.
Firmata is killing times in its execution, there is a lot inside and the plugin varies from version to version.
As u7angel said , I would considerate to use rs232 node with your own protocol , using bytes or osc formated messages is really more simpler, without dll fights (what the hell a dll for com with serial ports?)
Depends of your project and needs
In a rs232 com you will never have so much troubles
no i did not say "use rs232 with your own protocol" i said, if you rely on using firmata in any way and you own a UNO, you can patch the communication to firmata with RS232.
the uno Arduino can be reprogrammed to be recognized as .... other USB keyboards, mouse, joystick ... usually use their sensors to command ..... already led only with the rs232 as above...is that it uses a USB Atmel, not from FTDI that is most popular.
...making firmata probably obsolete. good point.
I think the Arduino uno is more practical in program open devices... midi, dmx, etc ...
hi all.
fighting with firmata is quite a loose of time when you can communicate truth usb/serial directly with arduino. It was a good shot for music usage, but if you use it with VVVV, well fare more quicker to build your own protocol and routines than relaying on hudge developpement killing this tiny proc capabilities. As u7angel said, firmata is an obsolete manner if you are note working on musical heavy canevas.
no difference between uno and 2009 except for drivers: ftdii are used by dmx devices and some confusion may occurs for people working with enttec open AND 2009 on same computer. UNO wasnt a revolution, only a driver and license problem wich was a good choice. You can now coexist on same computer OpenDMX and UNO without fighting to know wich one is wich one.
yours ;-)
I've always had a problem tracking down easy to digest information of how to get multiple channels of data from vvvv (or whatever else) onto the arduino and then use that data to manipulate pins on the arduino.
I've recently made some advancements though and plan to upload some examples with vvvv patches for people that have also been struggling.
One issue with this as opposed to firmata is that it is not easy (at least for me) to create a dynamic system where you can configure inputs and outputs externally, as you can with the firmata plugin. This means that someone taking this approach will have to be prepared to dig in a bit and change some code to configure it to their needs. A benefit of this though is that the code stays much simpler and easier to understand, increasing the chance of learning what's actually happening.
hi mrboni, here is my canevas for whitecat.
its the easiest way i have founded for the moment allowing a multi configurable sketches: a definition of in and out is done in the sketch.
the sketch is waiting for keywords ( SD/ ) to send its data, avoiding to pass thruth a timer in the arduino
It allows to write and read data simulteanously
here is the doc, i think this is something easely doable inside VVVV to redo this sending and listening procedure i have developped in whitecat:
There is keywords,( 3 letters) , bytes sending ( asvalue node), and /0 to close the invoice
hope this could help you or anyone
Thanks K, I'll take a look. Sounds great.
For anyon else trying to achieve similar things themselves I found this useful -http://jhaskellsblog.blogspot.com/
hi mrboni about protocol, you need to send SD/ at the rate you want but not continuously or the serial buffer will be overloaded
code you have forward is more osc like
sketch i m proposing is made of little keywords, at beg ( SD/ DO/ PW/ AN/ ) and at end ( ED/ and /0 caractere).
in between bytes arrays with values from 1 to 255 ( 0 is outputted in my whitecat because of the lib serial i m using)
this can perhaps puzzle everyone, but I believe its more quicker, as just keyword is readen, and bytes directly interpreted from the chain. I have used it with up to 50 channels by envoice. actually configuration is at 9600 bauds, but you may want to go more quicker, especially if big arrays.
i think the drawings with sending orders would be enough to undrestand.
ok, i will release in contrib a patch wrking with this sketch. anybody around: is there need of other documentation for sketch modifications ?
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Karlsen also asked for his pain medication 39 times while in the interview room at the Seneca County Sheriff's Office, said attorney Larry Kasperek.
Kasperek this afternoon questioned Seneca County sheriff's Lt. John Cleere, one of two primary interviewers during that marathon session the day after Thanksgiving.
"During the 9.5 hours Mr. Karlsen was inside the interview room, do you recall how many times he asked about his medication?" Kasperek asked.
No," Cleere replied
"You didn't keep track of how many times he asked for medication?"
"Would you be surprised to learn he asked for his medication 39 times?"
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Today marked the fifth and final day of a hearing to determine whether the statements Karlsen made to police in that interview can be used against him at his trial next month. Kasperek has argued in court and in legal papers that Karlsen's statement was coerced by sheriff's deputies and state police. They badgered him, denied him his medicine and ignored his requests for a lawyer, Kasperek said.
At the end of the interview, Karlsen wrote out a one-page statement admitting he jacked up his pickup truck on a wobbly jack, persuaded Levi to get beneath it to work on brake and transmission lines, and then accidentally knocked it onto Levi. Karlsen said he then left Levi there to die and went to the funeral of a family member.
The hearing began in early July and has sprawled over three months as Seneca County Court Judge Dennis Bender's calendar has permitted. Kasperek and District Attorney Barry Porsch will submit additional court papers within 10 days to Bender, who is expected to rule by early October.
Porsch said after the hearing that the statements Karlsen made to police and to his wife are "critical" to the prosecution.
Karlsen is charged with second-degree murder and insurance fraud. He was paid $707,210 for a life insurance policy he and Levi had obtained just 17 days before Levi's death in 2008. The death was originally ruled accidental.
Kasperek is also trying to suppress an audio recording Cindy Karlsen made of her husband at a restaurant in Seneca Falls a week before his arrest. While four state police investigators sat at two nearby tables at Abigail's Restaurant, Cindy Karlsen tried to get Karl Karlsen to admit he had caused Levi's death.
The recording of that conversation was played in court last month, but much of it was obscured by background noise from the busy restaurant at lunch time.
One investigator, Robert Klinkman, said in court today he sat at a table just two feet from the Karlsens and he could only hear snippets of what Karl Karlsen said. Among them: "He talked about the Bible and that someday he's going to have to face God."
Before Cleere took the stand, Seneca County Corrections Officer Deborah Reed testified that Karlsen, who uses a walker to get in and out of court, never uses one in jail. He walks to the medicine cart and to the shower eight cells down from his without a cane, walker, or any other help, Reed said.
Kasperek objected to Reed's testimony, saying it wasn't relevant. Porsch argued it was.
"If (Kasperek) is going to try to show his client is disabled," Porsch said, "we're entitled to show that the defendant is a faker and a liar."
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The hallowed shows of Broadway get a satirical examination this week, at the Lucille Ball Little Theatre of Jamestown, in their current production of "Forbidden Broadway."
"Forbidden Broadway" is a whole series of shows which actually run Off-Broadway. The shows change every few months, to poke fun at shows which may have opened since the previous version was made.
LBLTJ's version spoofs, among many others, "Chicago," "Hello Dolly," "A Chorus Line," "Mamma Mia," "Rent," and the central target of the evening, "Les Miserables."
The show's principal performers were Julie Cotter, Jennifer Davis, Jim Foley, Matt Jones, Carla Kayes, Bob Ostrom, Linda Rinaldo, and Steve Wendell. Chorus members were Amie Adams, Rob Paul, William Paul, Alisha Parrone, and Rebecca Young.
The show had a single, neutral set, on which the musical spoofs unreeled, rather like a production of "Saturday Night Live." The set was a joint effort by designers Rich Hartling, Norm Merrill, and Helen Merrill.
Ms. Merrill directed with her well-known energy and pizzazz.
Seated in the center of the stage through the entire production were instrumentalists Lucille Miller on piano, Ruth Dobbs on cello, and Basil Gedz on drums.
Most of the set pieces were familiar, and could be recognized by nearly everyone. The scene in which someone impersonated Carol Channing, singing that she can't sing, dance, or act, so she does "Hello Dolly," year after year, for example, or when the entire cast dressed like the cast or "A Chorus Line" sang about "What We Did for Laughs," to the tune of "What I Did for Love."
The scene in which a 30-year-old Annie puffs a cigarette while bemoaning that she hasn't gotten a role since she was 10, was a classic.
Other pieces might be a bit arcane for many in the audience. The rivalry between Chita Rivera and Rita Moreno over the role of Anita in "West Side Story," did take place more than 50 years ago, for example, and the bit about how Idina Menzel owns the role of the Wicked Witch in the show ''Wicked,'' might leave some wondering.
The show is light and it's funny. "Forbidden Broadway" continues tonight, tomorrow, and Oct. 4, 5, 6, and 7 at the LBLTJ's own theater, on East Second St., in downtown Jamestown.


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Tony has been prowling Interstate 95 for 10 years, sniffing out cocaine, marijuana and other illegal drugs.
The four-legged Ridgeland police officer is responsible for finding about $22 million worth of narcotics so far, scoring some of the biggest drug busts in the department's history.
Soon, the G...
Theodus Drayton won the Democratic primary runoff Tuesday in the Robertsville Township race for Jasper County Council, beating out challenger Tracy Cleland by 209 votes.
Drayton garnered 1,553 votes to Cleland's 1,344. The unofficial results will be certified Thursday.
Because there is no Republican...
Ridgeland Town Council recently made its small screen debut and future meetings could be coming soon to a TV set near you.
One meeting recently was broadcast by Hardeeville's TV station and Ridgeland Mayor Gary Hodges said the public was happy to see what the council was doing without having to atte...
RIDGELAND - Marty Sauls defeated incumbent Jasper County Council Chairman George Hood in the Democratic primary Tuesday, making him an apparent shoo-in for the seat with no Republican opposition in the November elections.
Sauls garnered 57 percent of the votes. Hood received 42 percent.
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There's no where to be "butt" Honey Horn this weekend when Shriners fire up appetites and grills.
The Omar Shriners, which help crippled and burned children across South Carolina's coast, including here in Bluffton, Beaufort and Hilton Head Island, will put their best dishes forward at Honey Horn Fr...
RIDGELAND - They might be running against one another, but candidates fighting for votes in the Democratic Primary seemed to agree more than argue at a forum last week.
Ports, education and a general disdain for South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford took center stage at the Pratt Memorial Library's "Meet...
The Sembler Co. has let its option to buy about 230 acres at U.S. 278 and S.C. 170 for a megamall lapse, but landowner Horne Properties is already talking to a number of huge department stores interested in locating there and plans to begin development as soon as possible....
RIDGELAND - Lilly's people moved away, leaving her scared, starving and tied to a tree.
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— Police responding to reports of someone seen entering a vehicle , and a
black Ford Explorer being driven with its headlights switched off on
Honeysuckle Road at 2:34 a.m. Sept. 18 arrested four people. Ptl. Marc
Stevens determined that several vehicles had been entered. When other
officers obtained reports listing what had been stolen, Stevens
recovered items stolen from the vehicles and arrested Matthew Smith, 18,
of Sicklerville, Samantha Smuzinsky, 18, of Malaga, Daniel Imbest, 18
of Sicklerville and Evan Simpkins, 21, of Atco — all were charged with
conspiracy and receiving stolen property. Bail was set for each at
$10,000 full cash.
— Ptl. Jules Maiorano and other officers responded to reports of two people burglarizing cars at about 1:34 a.m. Sept. 21 on Kerry Lane Court. Michael Maciejewski, 27, and John Hanratty 3rd, 27, both of Williamstown, were charged with burglary, theft and conspiracy and were committed to the Gloucester County Jail in Woodbury in default of $50,000 full cash bail each, said police.
— Overnight Sept. 19, someone entered a business in the 900 block of the Black Horse Pike and stole a cash register valued at $100.
— Overnight Sept. 19, someone cut through a fence at a business in the 300 block of North Tuckahoe Road, kicked in an office door and stole the keys to a vehicle parked outside. The car was loaded with radiators and tire rims, then driven through the hole in the fence. The vehicle got stuck in an adjacent field. The radiators were recovered, but about a dozen rims, valued at a total of $150, were stolen.
— Between Sept. 16 and 22, someone entered an unlocked shed at a residence in the 300 block of Bon Air Drive and stole two snow blowers, valued at $1,600.
— Overnight Sept. 18, someone broke into a shed in the 100 block of South Beecham Road and stole a power drill valued at $150, a ratchet set valued at $350 and a hole saw kit valued at $100.
— Overnight Sept. 17, someone entered two vehicles at a residence in the 1600 block of Red Oak Road and stole an MP3 player valued at $50 and a GPS unit valued at $229. A window was broken on one of the vehicles.
— Between Sept. 16 and 18, someone entered the backyard of a residence in the 500 block of Radix Road and stole an all-terrain vehicle valued at $5,200, a tool box and tools valued at $1,500 and a welder valued at $500.


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Climate: Varies considerably. Coniferous forests in New Mexico and Arizona are much drier than boreal forests and higher elevation forests. Temperature ranges from -50 deg C to >30 deg C. Precipitation range: 30 cm to ~200 cm.
Typical Vegetation: Various pines, spruces, firs, Douglas fir, aspen, and birch. When fire played a larger role, these forests frequently had large grassy meadows (parks) and an understory of grasses and forbs. Many pine forests are now very dense and subject to catastrophic fires. Higher elevation trees are less fire tolerant. Vegetation can vary considerably with location and elevation. For example, this photograph of the Gran Tetons illustrates a number of vegetation communities. Aspect, slope, and elevation plays a large role in species distribution.
Typical Animals: Mule deer, elk, bears, numerous bird species, marmots in grassy meadows, mountain lion. In the 19th century many game species were almost extirpated because of habitat change and market hunting. Legal sport hunting fees have helped restore these animals throughout much of their former range.
Human Use and Conservation Issues: Extensive modification caused by mining, railroad construction, timber cutting, fire suppression, and livestock grazing. Increasing recreation pressure.
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Coach: Scott Shacreaw
Last Year: 1-9 overall, 1-6 in Colonial
Last 5 Years: 12-38
Returning Starters: 8 on offense, 8 on defense
QB Matt Wade
RB Johnnie Adgers
WR Brandon Yurek
OL Andrew Paterno
OL Matt Young
LB Matt Reed
CB Trey Andree
LB Ryan Heinrich
DE Matt Bricker
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We suppose walking into another rough-and-tumble season with at least 16 experienced farmhands is a good thing. Still, Shacreaw has a lot of gaps to fill and limited time. The Indians only manufactured 7.5 ppg last season and waited 10 long weeks to secure its lone victory. The onus again falls on the big guys to keep Wade and Adgers operating in suitable space. That's always easier said than done.
QUARTERBACKS (2): To say it was tough sledding for Matt Wade (6-1, 190 sr) in his first full season under center is an understatement. Under constant pressure, Wade targeted just 37 of 136 passes and had 13 interceptions and no TDs. Hopefully, the second act is a little less painful. The fact that Wade kept battling over those 10 games speaks volumes about his toughness.
BACKS AND RECEIVERS (4): The Indians' I will again feature versatile Johnnie Adgers (5-7, 150 jr), who plugged a nice 6.5-yard average out of 77 totes. Might double those attempts this time. Trey Andree (5-8, 150 sr) and Dylan Gaylor (5-7 155 jr) will blend in with WR Brandon Yurek (6-0, 165 jr) serving as Wade's main target. As many as seven others vying for reps.
LINEMEN (3): Heart is not the problem with this bunch; size is. Leading man Andrew Paterno (5-10, 240 jr) had a solid '10 campaign while Matt Young (5-10, 270 sr), Matt Bricker (5-11, 185 jr) and Ryan Shanholtz (5-9, 190 jr) factor in on both sides. Indians might get a boost from the return of Brett Rosenberry (5-11, 190 sr) and Zach Stumbaugh (5-10, 195 so) as well.
LINEBACKERS (3): Oh-so-vital in 3-5 scheme, so it's more heavy lifting for hammer Matt Reed (5-8, 210 sr), Nick Roefaro (5-11, 185 jr) and OLB Ryan Heinrich (5-11, 205 jr). Joined by Clay Eberhardt (5-9, 160 so) outside, Heinrich will double as Waynesboro's TE. Defensively, the Indians were very soft against the run, allowing nearly 250 yards per outing. Lots of improvement needed here.
SECONDARY (3): Adgers is sliding to corner and Andree is a returning starter at that position. But that still leaves Shacreaw a little short in the trust department, so guys like Ben Petrie (5-5, 130 jr), Nathan Eisenhauer (5-7, 140 jr), Matt Mylod (6-1, 155 sr) and Galen McDonald (5-11, 160 jr) are leading the audition. Aaron Conrad (5-10, 140 jr) could also find a spot here.
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What: Fourth Annual Golf Scramble Benefitting Youth through SouthSide Youth Outreach
When: Monday, August 5th 2013, 11:00am Registration, 1:00pm ShotGun Start, 6:00pm Awards and Recognition Dinner
Where: Corvallis Country Club, 1850 SW Whiteside Dr, Corvallis, OR 97333
Cost: $80 - fee includes 18 holes of golf, cart, and dinner! Prizes and auction with dinner. Come join us for a free clinic with Bob Gilder, Corvallis' own PGA touring pro, at 11:30 a.m.
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Saturday, December 15, 2012 5:47 PM
12/15/12 Longmeadow - Staff photo by Michael Beswick - Sabis Charter's Brian McKnight works his way out from a possible pin by Ludlow's Nicholas Godbout in the 126 weight class at the Early Bird Wrestling Tournament Saturday at Longmeadow High School. Brian won 9-4 and advanced to the finals.
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BURGLARY, GORDON ROAD: A woman returned home Oct. 24 to find someone had broken into her home. Police were still uncertain Oct. 30 if anything was stolen.
DRUG ABUSE, GLENLYN ROAD: A boy, 14, was found to have suspected drugs in his possession Oct. 22 at Brush High School. The suspected drugs were taken to a crime lab for analysis.
COUNTERFEITING, GLENLYN ROAD: A counterfeit $20 bill was received Oct. 24 at Brush High School.
THEFT, BRAINARD ROAD: The director of nursing at Kindred Transitional Care and Rehabilitation said Oct. 26 medication was possibly stolen by a female employee. The employee was suspended pending an investigation.
THEFT, CLUBSIDE ROAD: A woman said Oct. 24 political signs were stolen from her yard.
ASSAULT, PROFESSOR ROAD: A man said his daughter, 13, was assaulted Oct. 22 on the bridge at the end of Professor Road by a group of teenagers. No suspects have been identified.
PUBLIC INTOXICATION, EDENHURST AVENUE: A Lyndhurst man, 41, was arrested for public intoxication about 1 a.m. Oct. 27 after he returned to his ex-wife's home against her wishes and knocked at her door. He had created a similar disturbance about 9:15 p.m. Oct. 26.
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This week, The Associated Press announced that Carol Burnett is the latest recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. That means stop what you're doing and set your DVR right NOW to record the ceremony, which will air on October 30th on PBS. It's sure to be a hilarious night.
Carol Burnett is one of the main reasons (along with Gilda Radner and Lucille Ball) I wanted to be an actress. The fact that she created, starred, wrote and produced her own show appealed to my bossy side, even as a kid. She's the 5th woman to win this prestigious award, joining Whoopi Goldberg, Lily Tomlin, Tina Fey and Ellen DeGeneres. It's about time. Congratulations Carol!
The Classic "Went With The Wind" Sketch
Part Onehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IH6TBEbP77Q
Part Twohttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Nt0yi4wbro
The cast of "The Carol Burnett Show" always seemed to have the best time. It was exactly the kind of job I hoped to have some day, especially if I could be in charge like her. Here's one of my favorite sketches they ever did, not just because it's absolutely brilliant, but because it makes my husband cry with laughter every time he watches it. Sure, this one showcases Tim Conway, but also features Carol (and the others) with her highly underrated skill as the straight man… well sort of. Nobody in the cast can keep their shit together. Love it. Love Carol.
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Besides a Hello Kitty suitcase/luggage, all my fellow Junkies know that a Hello Kitty luggage is a must-have! As long as your luggage is a carry-on! You know, just in case — don't want your precious luggage tag to get scuffed up!
tokidoki x Sanrio Characters Holiday 2013 Collection offered six different luggage tags. My fave is this adorable mash-up featuring Hello Kitty and Kaiju!
The rubber luggage tags are big! This one measures approximately 6.5in (H) x 5in (W) x 0.5in (D) — without the hanging portion. The hang tag features the mix of both tokidoki and Sanrio characters… And it also doubles as a sticker! ^_^
Back detail has an area for you to put your info.
Here is a side view so you can see the thickness and slot where the info card is inserted.
Kawaii, neh? I am debating using this as a luggage tag… Maybe it can be more like a charm that dangles from a large tote bag?
This luggage tag retails for $15. It is available, along with the rest of the tokidoki x Sanrio Characters Holiday 2013 Collection, at:
- tokidoki at Melrose
- your local Sanrio Boutique/authorized seller
- online: http://www.sanrio.com/designer-collections-tokidoki/
- online: http://www.tokidoki.it/shop/tokidoki-x-sanrio-characters!
More pix from this collection coming soon — please stay tuned! =^_^=


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Hilbert Circle Theater Dazzled by ICC and Sarah Scharbrough
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Running a bit late.. but here are some links. Stay tuned for more of our "chatting with the enemy" today. Plus… Chuck reveals a deep secret from his past, I bench press a Buick, and we force-feed one of the Cleveland Cavaliers week-old egg salad. I won't say who… but his name rhymes with JeBron Lames.
Herald: Celts Perk up on D | Celtics need return of team offense | Rondo avoids pressure point | LeBron gives testament | King-sized task awaits | Cavs find "Ticket" hard to get | LeBron has history of rebounding from bad games | Cavs fail to follow formula on offense
Globe: Point system | Other than KG, off-target 3 | Rough time dealing with flagrant | Pistons lose Billups
Plain Dealer: Posey wreaking havoc | Don't expect a repeat from Cavs | Offense needs a tune up | Eagle Tribune: Shades of Red | Daughter: Red would have loved this season | ESPN: Stern will review hack-a-Shaq, clock issues | Pistons lose


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White Sulphur Springs, W. Va. -- The crop of young receivers vying for one of the last spots on the New Orleans Saints' roster -- or, perhaps more likely, a chance to stick around on the practice squad -- had a mixed scrimmage on Saturday at the Greenbrier resort.
Free agent rookies Seantavius Jones and Brandon Coleman both had drops (or near drops, depending on the generosity of the film-grader). Returning practice squad player Charles Hawkins alligator-armed a pass over the middle. Rookie Steve Hull sat out with an injury.
Meanwhile, veterans like Nick Toon, Marques Colston and Joe Morgan didn't play as much, leaving more snaps for the youngsters.
But while Cooks hogged the big plays in the scrimmage, several other receivers can build on a solid start to camp when the Saints resume practice on Monday afternoon.
On Friday, Saints coach Sean Payton steered a question about Colston in Toon's direction, offering rare unsolicited praise.
"I think you see someone now when you watch him in practice, he clearly has improved," Payton said. "He's having a fantastic camp early on."
As for the youngsters, Coleman has been closely watched because he was a highly regarded prospect who left school early but was not drafted. He wasn't always consistent in the spring but has better used his great size (6-foot-6, 220 pounds) to his advantage in camp.
"I think he is stronger in his lower body," Payton said. "He is a little bit further removed from the injury he had his last year at Rutgers. I see him carrying his weight a little bit better in this fall training camp then he was able to in the spring."
Colston said seeing Coleman was like "looking in the mirror."
Jones, a Valdosta State product, has also stood out at times. Hawkins has practice and camp experience with two other NFL teams and can be an asset on special teams.
Andy Tanner has spent the better part of three years on the Saints' practice squad. His eligibility for the squad has expired, meaning he'll have to make the roster or be let go.


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PRATTVILLE, Alabama -- Prattville Police are asking for assistance identifying a suspect in a rash of car burglaries in the city.
A suspect was captured on video on Saturday, March 9 breaking into a vehicle.
The suspect is armed and could be dangerous, Central Alabama CrimeStoppers released.
Anyone with information is asked to call police or CrimeStoppers at 215-STOP with any information. Tips could lead to a cash reward.


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I enjoy them both for different reasons - "Important Things" for Martin's dry, absurdist wit (which we discussed in this interview last year), "Sarah Silverman" for the surreal, go-for-broke-ness of it - and tonight's season premieres are good examples of each. Martin explores the subject of "attention" (he suggests any statement will get more attention if you loudly count down to it), while Silverman misses a lip-waxing appointment, takes her new mustache way too seriously, and then sings an incredibly catchy, disturbing song about a part of the human anatomy.
You have to be in the right head space to enjoy either one, and it's not exactly the same head space, but the two do manage to play well together in this musical clip:
|Important Things with Demetri Martin
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Randal Gaines of LaPlace has been named vice chairman of the national board of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. Gaines served as the national treasurer from 2010 to 2013.
SCLC, founded in New Orleans in 1957 by Martin Luther King Jr. and other local and national civil rights leaders. The organization helped plan and organize the 1963 March on Washington. The SCLC, with headquarters in Atlanta, advocates for justice, civil rights and progressive social change for all Americans.
During the 50th anniversary celebration of the 1963 March in Washington D.C. on Aug. 24, 2013, Gaines organized and hosted a legislative panel discussion at the Washington D.C. Grand Hyatt. The panel was comprised of several Louisiana state legislators who discussed various issues pertinent to the people of Louisiana.
At the national convention held during anniversary celebration, Gaines was presented the National Chairman's Award for his leadership and diligent efforts in preserving SCLC's heritage and mission.
Gaines also has served as a member of Bill Cosby's empowerment panel during the 50th anniversary commemoration of the Birmingham church bombing. The panel, moderated by MSNBC Commentator Joy Reid, included Rick Wade, a former advisor to President Obama, Attorney Benjamin Crump, Jasmine Guy of "The Cosby Show," Darryl Bell of "A Different World," Gaines and Cosby.
Bass tournament
The St. John Crimefighters will hold its annual bass tournament March 8. Weigh-in will be from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Reserve Canal. The entry fee is $40 per boat per team, and $10 per boat for the Big Bass pool. Each team must consist of one commissioned employee of St. John Sheriff's Office. For more information contact John Gonor at 504.416.1493 or Denise Bertrand 985.359.8753.
Lions meet
The LaPlace Lions Club is planning for the annual Krewe du Monde Ball and Parade. The ball will be Feb. 28 at the St. John Community Center in LaPlace. The parade will roll March 2 at 11 a.m. through LaPlace.
In other Lions news, winners of the Lions Olympics event for February was the Mardi Gras bead toss. Christy Montegut, Jason Montegut, Darlene Keating, Mel Wright, Lonnie Wise tied for first. Mel Wright has the overall lead.
Gumbo cookoff
Knights of Columbus Monsingor Dennis Bergeron Council 5935 of LaPlace placed second in the area gumbo cook-off. Chefs were Eddie Cambre, Daniel Cambre, Marty and Adam Wildes.
Also, Sylvester Dumas was named Knights of the Month for February; and Deacon Paul Cimino received the family of the month award.
Business group meets
Ronnie Mussacchia, the regional education consultant with the New Orleans Junior Achievement, recently spoke at the the St. John Parish Business Association's meeting in LaPlace. Junior Achievement is dedicated to giving young people the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success, plan for their future, and make smart academic and economic choices. JA programs are delivered by corporate and community volunteers, and provide relevant, hands-on experiences that give students from kindergarten through high school knowledge and skills in financial literacy, work readiness and entrepreneurship.
Twin Oaks news
Twin Oaks nursing home in LaPlace has started a Men's Club. Residents come together to socialize and enjoy coffee and doughnuts each Tuesday at 10 a.m. All male residents, their family, co-workers and friends are invited to participate.
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