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In fewer than 20 years, Willamette River water may flow from faucets and sprinkler heads, fuel businesses and water fountains, and course through a maze of pipes to customers throughout Washington County.
The Hillsboro Utilities Commission will vote on a preferred secondary water source for Oregon's fifth-largest city on Tuesday.
After a three-year study, the Willamette River near Wilsonville "clearly demonstrated" the best option to meet a water demand that city officials say will be necessary as soon as 2025, according to a staff report.
The majority of Oregon's residents live within 20 miles of the Willamette, the 13th largest river by volume in the lower 48 states.
More than a decade after Wilsonville opened what was then a controversial plant to tap the mighty river, there is little resistance from environmental advocates or the populace as the suburb plans for the future.
Hillsboro doesn't have water rights on the river but it does have connections, Water Department Director Kevin Hanway said.
In other news around Washington County:
KNIGHT COMMENTS: Nike co-founder and chairman Phil Knight has come to the defense of his friend Joe Paterno, criticizing the Louis Freeh-led report on the former Penn State football coach.
In a statement first reported today by ESPN, Knight backs away from his initial reaction to the report issued by Freeh last July. Knight says in his statement that having read the Freeh report, that looked into allegations that Paterno and other Penn State official did not do enough to stop serial child molester and assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, and a follow-up report commissioned by the Paterno family, he has changed his opinion.
The Freeh report findings, Knight writes, "were essentially theories and assertions rather than solid charges backed by solid evidence. On reflection I may have unintentionally contributed to a rush to judgment."
CAR SHARING: Another transportation option has come to Pacific University.
It's called car sharing, made possible by a new partnership between the school and rental car company Zipcar, Inc., aimed at making driving more affordable and accessibility for the university community.
The company kicked off the deal Thursday, when it parked two newer cars -- a Toyota Prius and Ford Focus -- on campus to be available for use by students, staff, and community members.
The deal offers discounts specifically to students and staff. There's no application fee (other Zipcar customers pay $25 to sign up). And while ordinary customers usually pay $60 for an annual membership, members of Pacific would pay $25.
The rate is $7.50 per hour to rent the Ford, or $72 to rent it for the day. Or you can get the Prius at $8 an hour, with no option for day rental.
FOREST GROVE CITY COUNCIL: The Forest Grove City Council voted to annex 75 acres of county "islands" into the city in a 5-1 decision after hearing objections from about a dozen local residents at its Monday evening meeting.
The annexation has been an ongoing cause of controversy, with island property owners arguing against increased taxes and voicing concerns over the quality and availability of city services, particularly sanitary sewer and road maintenance.
Meanwhile, city officials say annexing the properties will aid with planning and development. It will also collect taxes from current islanders to fund city services that many of them utilize, including police and fire protection.
The annexation is expected to generate about $72,000 in additional annual property tax revenue for the city.
Islanders are still vehemently opposed to the annexation, but Oregon state law permits city governments to unilaterally incorporate such properties without owner permission.BEAVERTON MAN CONVICTED: Washington County jurors convicted a Beaverton man late Friday night of sexually abusing his daughter's young teenage friends.
Marques Goei, 44, went to trial Tuesday on four counts of first-degree sex abuse and two counts of third-degree sex abuse. Jurors reached a verdict close to 10 p.m. Friday after about seven hours of deliberation.
The jury acquitted Goei on three counts of first-degree sex abuse, based on allegations that he kissed a 13-year-old girl. He was found guilty of the remaining counts: one count of first-degree sex abuse for inappropriately touching the same girl, and two counts of third-degree sex abuse for kissing and inappropriately touching a 14-year-old girl.
RARE AMMUNITION: A rare type of ammunition linked a man to the December shooting death of a woman at her home on a rural Washington County Christmas tree farm, authorities said Monday.
Investigators found one spent 10mm Hornady shell casing about four feet from 50-year-old Theresa Fronsman's body in her living room, according to an affidavit for a search warrant filed in Washington County Circuit Court and unsealed last week. Later, authorities located the same type of spent casings in the driveway of 51-year-old Robert Dwight Hardison's mobile home. Inside his residence, they found boxes of the ammunition.
Sheriff's Detective Murray Rau wrote in the affidavit that the ammunition is so uncommon he has only seen one 10mm handgun during his more than 20 years in law enforcement.
Last month, the sheriff's office named Hardison a suspect in the crime. A longtime friend of Fronsman and her husband, James, Hardison has not been seen since the killing. He lived in a blue-and-white mobile home on the couple's rural property off Northwest Pumpkin Ridge Road. Hardison and James Fronsman were business partners. Authorities have conducted more than 10 searches for Hardison at and beyond the Christmas tree farm, but they have not located him.
--The Oregonian

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I often wonder what opposing teams, their beat reporters and bloggers are saying about the Celtics after playing the Celtics. Here's a dose of 'enemy chatter' from Philadelphia.
Really disappointed that nobody put Rondo or Pierce on the ground when they were out there throwing behind the back passes and taking 24 footers when the game was already won.
I really got pissed when Rondo did his let-the-ball-roll-on-the-inbounds thing until it almost came to a stop with a 25 point lead.
agreed. WTF? We might not be able to beat the Cs, but we coulda at least repped our hood.
Next time somebody needs to do some checking…
The statements above are from three individual Sixers fans and all valid points. The Celtics, especially Rondo and Pierce, often get into "showboat" mode during blowout games.
A flagrant foul and potential suspension would have been a stupid move by anyone in a Sixers uniform. Philly will need all their horses for Game 4.
And let's be real, Philly isn't a tough team.
Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images


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Story URL: http://news.medill.northwestern.edu/chicago/news.aspx?id=221726
Story Retrieval Date: 4/17/2015 11:34:12 AM CST
Photo Courtesy of Ryan O./flickr
Chicago is due for a major tornado and the public may not be prepared.
In the wake of the Oklahoma tornado that killed at least 24, experts said city safety measures are continually improving, but Chicagoans must be aware of the risk and plan it.
"Chicago is absolutely not immune from deadly tornadoes like we saw yesterday," said Eric Lenning, science and operations officer at the Chicago area office of the National Weather Service. "Some areas might see it more frequently, but it's absolutely going to happen in the Chicago area some day."
Tornadoes are formed from a combination of strong instability - when very warm, humid conditions near the surface mix with relatively cool air above 20,000 feet to create thunderstorms, Lenning said.
Differences in wind speed and direction in atmospheric depth organize those thunderstorms, and as the wind turns, the storms convert into super cells that are associated with tornadoes.
Bob Rauber, head of the University of Illinois atmospheric department, said the Midwest's proximity to the cold air from Canada and warm air off the Gulf of Mexico makes it the prime location for tornadoes.
While the concentration of people in the city would lead to more injuries, Rauber said, the buildings are sturdier to withstand natural disasters and leave a lower percentage of damage in their path.
While oceans and large bodies of water can help temper tornadoes, he said the path tornadoes take negate any benefits a major lake would provide.
"When super cell thunderstorms form, they typically move from southwest to northeast," he said. "When you think of that trajectory, the storm would form well before it got to Chicago."
According to the National Weather Service, 92 significant tornadoes hit the Chicago area between 1855 and 2008. A tornado is considered significant if its winds are 113 mph or greater, caused any fatalities or injured at least 10 people.
The largest tornado in Chicago-area history hit west suburban Plainfield, 40 minutes outside the city, in 1990. The storm killed 29, injured 353 and caused $165 million in damage.
The mayor of North Utica, about 90 miles southwest of Chicago, wasn't there when the tornado struck his town in 2004 and killed nine, but he remembered its impact.
"My wife and I are both at the hospital and we go, 'Oh my God, there goes our house,' thinking it would go high ground," said Fred Esmond. "When we got the call it hit downtown, it was horrible when we got there."
After the tornado in North Utica, Illinois implemented the School Safety Drill Act that enforces drills ensuring students know how to handle natural disasters.
Thompson said the agency has worked with regional planners to establish preparedness, including efforts to get weather alert radios into schools and public buildings.
Lenning said Chicago has done a solid job recently of developing precaution.
"I have to say there has been a lot of effort by our office to reach out to various officials in the city and I think those efforts have been effective," Lenning said. "Numerous venues in Chicago have been certified as storm ready."
Still, they said the most important thing Chicagoans can do is develop an emergency strategy and find a safe place away from doors.
"Every second counts when you have a tornado bearing down on you," said Patty Thompson, communications manager of the Illinois Emergency Management Agency. "It's important to have a plan and practice it."
"The problem with major tornadoes is even if you know it's coming there may be no place to go," Lenning said. "That's why being able to plan ahead is so important."
He also emphasized the weather radio.
"It's basically a smoke alarm for weather," Lenning said. "It's the only thing that will wake you up in the middle of the night."
"There's no reason not to have a weather radio by your bedside."


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Camerimage honors DPs of 'In Darkness,' 'A Separation,' 'Wuthering Heights'
The Camerimage festival, to my knowledge the only international film festival dedicated specifically to honoring the art of cinematography, rarely gets much attention on the awards beat, but it's always an interesting event to follow. Based in Poland, the festival annually programs a selection of the year's most remarkably photographed films, ranging from mainstream awards fare to exotic obscurities, with an international jury judging the DP's work in each case.
Naturally, awards follow. "The Piano" won the festival's inaugural Golden Frog award in 1993, while subsequent winners include "Elizabeth," "Road to Perdition," "City of God," "Pan's Labyrinth," "The Diving Bell and the Butterfly" and "Slumdog Millionaire."
But if all those were high-profile lensing showcases than went on to receive Oscar recognition in the same category, the awards can just as often go in unexpected directions.
Such was the case this year, when a jury that included cinematographers Dante Spinotti and Dick Pope, among others, had a strong slate of striking work to choose from, including Emmanuel Lubezki's Oscar-tipped work on "The Tree of Life," Manuel Alberto Claro for "Melancholia" (winner of the European Film Award this weekend), Sean Bobbitt for "Shame," Seamus McGarvey for "We Need to Talk About Kevin" and Hoyte van Hoytema for "Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy." That'd make a pretty dreamy cinematography lineup in any awards context, and yet not one of those films came away with one of the jury's three prizes.
Instead, it was (as coincidence would have it) the two supposed frontrunners for the foreign-language Oscar that came out in front, with Poland's own "In Darkness," photographed by Jolanta Dylewska, winning the gold. I haven't seen Agnieszka Holland's Holocaust drama yet, so can't comment on its visual merits, but I'm rather pleased to see "A Separation," and its DP Mahmoud Kalari, taking the runner-up spot: it's easy to overlook how intelligently shot this technically modest character drama is, but the way the camera negotiates space between its players is subtly brilliant.
The bronze award, meanwhile, went to my own personal winner in the category this year: Robbie Ryan's breathtaking, nature-wed lensing of Andrea Arnold's "Wuthering Heights," which counter-intuitively boxes the soaring Yorkshire landscape into the Academy ratio, was also awarded at the Venice Film Festival, and deserves every accolade it gets. (US audiences will see what I'm talking about next year.)
The full list of winners and competition entries:
Golden Frog: "In Darkness" (Jolanta Dylewska)
Silver Frog: "A Separation" (Mahmoud Kalari)
Bronze Frog: "Wuthering Heights" (Robbie Ryan)
"Coriolanus" (Barry Ackroyd)
"Le Havre" (Timo Salminen)
"Melancholia" (Manuel Alberto Claro)
"The Mill and the Cross" (Lech J. Majewski and Adam Sikora)
"Nothing's All Bad" (Eric Kress)
"The Prize" (Wojciech Staron)
"Rose" (Piotr Sobocinski Jr.)
"Shame" (Sean Bobbitt)
"Three" (Frank Griebe)
"Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy" (Hoyte van Hoytema)
"The Tree of Life" (Emmanuel Lubezki)
"We Need to Talk About Kevin" (Seamus McGarvey)
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|[TenTec] My rare Ten Tec microphone
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Together with my excellent O2 I purchased an excellent Ten Tec 708A unidirectional microphone which an informal test shows as indeed being a cardioid or 'uni-directional' microphone. The Ten Tec website includes a graphic at http://images.tentec.com/radio/products/708/708Base.png which shows 'UNI-DIRECTIONAL' on the base yet *my* 708A contradicts this, having 'OMNI-DIRECTIONAL' printed on it. I am awaiting Ten Tec's verdict on this anomaly but I hope this proves to be incredibly rare, like a postage stamp printed upside down and will eventually be worth millions. Once a provisional valuation has been established I will eventually consider bids which recognise the extreme rarity of this article (dollars, pounds or euros accepted provided there are enough 0s in the figure). :-) Pete, G4PLZ Or I might just use it... _______________________________________________ TenTec mailing list email@example.com http://lists.contesting.com/mailman/listinfo/tentec
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This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/).
Hematopoietic injury is the most common side effect of radiotherapy. However, the methods available for the mitigating of radiation injury remain limited. Xuebijing injection (XBJ) is a traditional Chinese medicine used to treat sepsis in the clinic. In this study, we investigated the effects of XBJ on the survival rate in mice with hematopoietic injury induced by γ ray ionizing radiation (IR). Mice were intraperitoneally injected with XBJ daily for seven days after total body irradiation (TBI). Our results showed that XBJ (0.4 mL/kg) significantly increased 30-day survival rates in mice exposed to 7.5 Gy TBI. This effect may be attributable to improved preservation of white blood cells (WBCs) and hematopoietic cells, given that bone marrow (BM) cells from XBJ-treated mice produced more granulocyte-macrophage colony forming units (CFU-GM) than that in the 2 Gy/TBI group. XBJ also decreased the levels of reactive oxygen species (ROS) by increasing glutathione (GSH) and superoxide dismutase (SOD) levels in serum and attenuated the increased BM cell apoptosis caused by 2 Gy/TBI. In conclusion, these findings suggest that XBJ enhances the survival rate of irradiated mice and attenuates the effects of radiation on hematopoietic injury by decreasing ROS production in BM cells, indicating that XBJ may be a promising therapeutic candidate for reducing hematopoietic radiation injury.
Total body irradiation (TBI) results in the dysfunction of multiple organs, including the hematopoietic, gastrointestinal and cerebrovascular systems [
Xuebijing injection (XBJ) is a traditional Chinese medicine that has been approved for many years by the State Food and Drug Administration (SFDA) of China to clinically treat sepsis [
Hematopoietic injury is the most common side effects of TBI. Our prior studies have shown that MAPK inhibition mitigated hematopoietic radiation injury in irradiated mice [
In the current study, the effect of XBJ on TBI-induced injury of ICR mice was first evaluated by determining the 30-day survival rate of mice after exposure to a lethal dose (7.5 Gy) of TBI. As shown in
The survival of mice exposed to total body irradiation (TBI) (7.5 Gy) was increased by Xuebijing injection (XBJ) administration. After the mice had been exposed to 7.5 Gy TBI, the mice were treated by intraperitoneal (i.p.) injection of the vehicle as an irradiation control (IR,
Exposure to IR induces a decrease in peripheral blood count and damage to the bone marrow. The recovery of hematopoiesis is an important factor in the treatment of radiation injury [
Hematopoietic parameters were examined nine days after 2 Gy TBI. As shown in
The viability (relative light unit × 103) of bone marrow mononucleated cells (BMMNCs) 6 h after exposure to radiation.
|XBJ (μL/mL)
|0 Gy
|1 Gy
|4 Gy
|130 ± 10
|100 ± 3 #
|74 ± 3 #
|139 ± 9 *
|107 ± 2 **,#
|92 ± 7 **,#
|143 ± 10 **
|111 ± 2 *,#
|89 ± 4 **,##
|127 ± 7
|109 ± 6 ##
|91 ± 4 **,##
|131 ± 8
|99 ± 3 #
|89 ± 6 *,##
|121 ± 8 *
|93 ± 6 ##
|77 ± 4 *,##
|81 ± 5 **
|73 ± 2 **,#
|60 ± 3 *,##
|26 ± 2 **
|23 ± 2 **,##
|19 ± 1 **,##
Bone marrow mononucleated cells were exposed to 0, 1 and 4 Gy of radiation after treatment with XBJ for 0.5 h. The viability of the cells was determined at 6 h after radiation exposure. The data are expressed as the means ± SEM (
Peripheral blood cells were counted ninedays after 2 Gy TBI. WBC, white blood cell; RBC, red blood cell; HGB, hemoglobin; HCT, red blood cell specific volume; PLT, platelet.
|WBCs (109/L)
|RBCs (1012/L)
|HGB (g/L)
|8.6 ± 1.5
|9.0 ± 0.3
|144.2 ± 2.8
|35.0 ± 1.0
|494.8 ± 51.1
|0.4 mL/kg XBJ
|9.8 ± 0.7
|8.7 ± 0.3
|138.2 ± 6.8
|33.4 ± 1.8
|522.4 ± 117.5
|2 Gy
|3.8 ± 0.4 **
|7.6 ± 0.3 **
|125.0 ± 6.5 **
|30.2 ± 1.6 **
|306.8 ± 41.8 **
|2 Gy + 0.4 mL/kg XBJ
|6.5 ± 1.6 *,#
|8.2 ± 0.3 **,#
|135.2 ± 6.6 *,#
|32.6 ± 1.4 *,#
|349.0 ± 88.7 *
Following exposure to 2 Gy TBI, the mice were treated by i.p. injection. A group of sham-irradiated control mice was included as a control (Ctr). Blood was collected and cells were counted after the mice were euthanized nine days after receiving 2 Gy TBI. The data are expressed as the means ± SEM (
In addition, the number of BMMNCs, hematopoietic progenitor cells (HPCs) and hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) from each femur was also determined (
The effects of XBJ on the number of BMMNCs, hematopoietic progenitor cells (HPCs) and hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) in irradiated mice. Mice were treated with i.p. injection of the vehicle or XBJ after exposure to 2Gy TBI, as described in the experimental section. A group of sham-irradiated mice was included as a control (Ctr) and received XBJ. BMMNCs (
Irradiation not only induces a reduction in the hematopoietic cell number, but also causes functional inhibition of cells. An assay to measure granulocyte-macrophage forming units (CFU-GM) was utilized to evaluate the function of hematopoietic cells. To determine whether XBJ increased hematopoiesis by promoting cellular function, we examined the effects of XBJ on the CFU-GM of BMMNCs. As shown in
The ability of BMMNCs to form colonies, which was decreased by IR, was increased by XBJ administration. Mice were treated by i.p. injection of vehicle or XBJ after exposure to 2 Gy TBI. A group of sham-irradiated control mice was included as a control (Ctr) and XBJ. BMMNCs were collected from the mice nine days after 2 Gy TBI and cultured in MethoCult GF M3534 methylcellulose medium for CFU-GM analysis. The results are expressed as the number of CFU-GM per 105 cells and are presented as the means ± SD. **
To determine whether XBJ increased hematopoiesis by inhibiting apoptosis, BM cells were collected nine days after mice had been treated with 2 Gy TBI. Cells were stained with FITC-Annexin V and 7-amino-actinomycin D (7-AAD) and analyzed by flow cytometry (
Apoptosis of BMMNCs induced by TBI was decreased by XBJ. (
We further determined the effects of XBJ on ROS production, which was detected by flow cytometry (
In this study, the serum levels of protective enzymes, such as SOD and GSH in serum, were also measured. As shown in
ROS levels were decreased by XBJ. (
The effects of XBJ on the serum levels of GSH, SOD and MPO. Serum was collected from mice nine days after administration of 2Gy TBI, and the enzyme levels were measured with the appropriate kits. (
In this study, we first evaluated the overall effect of XBJ on the survival of mice exposed to IR [
Based on these observations, we further examined peripheral blood. Parameters, such as WBCs and RBCs, increased significantly compared with the IR alone group when mice were treated with XBJ. Exposure to IR induces blood changes and bone marrow cell damage [
Radiation induces the production of various forms of ROS, including superoxide radicals, hydrogen peroxide and the hydroxyl radicals, which contribute to IR injury. ROS react with multiple cellular components, such as DNA, RNA and proteins, resulting in apoptosis, senescence or necrosis [
Cellular ROS can be eliminated through several detoxification mechanisms provided by endogenous antioxidant enzymes and antioxidants [
Jiang found that six active ingredients of XBJ inhibited NF-Κb [
Male, ICR mice were purchased from Vital River (Beijing, China) at six to eight weeks of age. The animals were quarantined and allowed to acclimatize for 1 week. They were maintained in a room at 22 ± 2 °C, with a relative humidity of 50% ± 10%. All animal experiments were conducted in accordance with a protocol approved by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) of the Institute of Radiation Medicine, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences. (NO. 1204)
XBJ was purchased from Tianjin Chase Sun Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (Tianjin, China). Biotin-CD5, Ter119, CD11b, CD45R/B220, Gr-1, APC-c-kit, PE-Cy7-Sca-1, streptavidin-APC-Cy7 and a FITC-Annexin V apoptosis detection kit were purchased from Ebioscience (San Diego, CA, USA). Glutathione (GSH), superoxide dismutase (SOD) and myeloperoxidase (MPO) detection kit instructions were purchased from ImmunoWay (Newark, DE, USA).
Mice were placed in ventilated Plexiglas containers and received total body irradiation (TBI) using 137Cs γ rays (Cammacell-40, Atomic Energy , Mississauga, ON, Canada) at a dosage of 1.0 Gy/min. Non-irradiated mice were also placed in identical containers for the same period without irradiation. After irradiation, animals were returned to the animal facility for daily observation and treatment, as described below. The mice received 7.5 Gy TBI in the survival experiments, and the mice in the remaining experiments received 2.0 Gy TBI. After treatment with different concentrations of XBJ for 0.5 h, bone marrow mononucleated cells were exposed to 0, 1, 4 Gy for
Bone marrow cells were flushed from mouse femurs with PBS after mice had been sacrificed. Next, the cells were exposed to irradiation with 0, 1 or 4 Gy after treatment with 0, 1, 5, 10, 25, 50, 100 or 200 μL/mL XBJ for 0.5 h. Cell viability was monitored after 6 h using the luminescence-based CellTiter Glo system (Promega, Madison, WI, USA), according to the manufacturer's recommended protocols.
XBJ was intraperitoneally injected for 9 days after TBI. Mice used for survival experiments were divided into five groups: Group I (control, Ctr) and Group II (irradiation, IR) received intraperitoneal injections of 0.2 mL/mice of isotonic saline solution for 8 days until the mice were sacrificed; Group III (0.13) received IR + XBJ at 0.13 mL/kg day; Group IV (0.4) received IR + XBJ at 0.4 mL/kg·day and Group V (1.2) received IR + XBJ at 1.2 mL/kg·day. Mice in the remaining experiments were divided into four groups: Group I (Ctr); Group II (XBJ) at 0.4 mL/kg/day; Group III (IR); and Group IV (IR + XBJ at 0.4 mL/kg/day).
One hundred microliters of peripheral blood were obtained from the orbital sinus using a micro-pipette coated with the anticoagulant, K3EDTA, 9 days after irradiation. The number of blood cells was counted using a Celltac E hemocytometer (Nihon Kohden, Japan). The cell counts included white blood cells (WBCs), red blood cells (RBCs), hemoglobin (HGB), red blood cell-specific volume (HCT) and platelets (PLT). Bone marrow cells were flushed from the bones, as described previously, and BMMNCs were counted using the hematology analyzer and expressed as 106 cells/femur.
Bone marrow (BM) cells were incubated with biotin-conjugated antibodies specific for murine CD5, Ter119, CD11b, CD45R/B220 and Gr-1 on ice for 30 min. After washing, the cells were stained with streptavidin-APC-Cy7, Sca1-PE-Cy7 and ckit-APC; HPCs (lin−c-kit+Sca-1−) and HSCs (lin−c-kit+Sca-1+) were analyzed. The HPC and HSC numbers were calculated using the equation: percentage × BMMNCs/femur.
Colony-forming assays were conducted by culturing BM cells in MethoCult GF M3534 methylcellulose medium (StemCell Technologies, Vancouver, BC, Canada). The colonies of granulocyte macrophage cells (expressed in CFU-GM) with more than 30 cells were counted according to the instructions. The results are expressed as the numbers of CFU-GM (/105 cells).
After BM cells were stained with the lineage markers, Sca-1 and c-kit, as described above, the cells were incubated with 2,7-dichlorodihydrofluorescein diacetate (DCFDA ,10 µM) for 30 min at 37 °C. The levels of intracellular ROS in BMMNCs, HPCs and HSCs were analyzed by measuring the mean fluorescence intensity (MFI) of DCF using flow cytometry [
The remaining blood was collected in tubes and stored at room temperature for 4–6 h. The bloods were then centrifuged at 4000 rpm for 15 min, and the serum was collected and preserved at −80 °C. Levels of glutathione (GSH), superoxide dismutase (SOD) and myeloperoxidase (MPO) in the serum were detected according to the kit instructions (ImmunoWay, Newark, DE, USA).
Data are presented as the means ± SD. The 30-day survival curves were compared using Kaplan–Meier methods with a log-rank test. Differences between groups were calculated using the Student's
In conclusion, XBJ mitigates the effects on hematopoiesis induced by TBI and may protect hematopoietic cells from IR injury by decreasing ROS levels. These data suggest that XBJ may be used to treat hematopoietic damage induced by ionizing radiation in the clinic.
Supplementary Information (PDF, 2078 KB)
This study was supported by the National Program on Key Basic Research Project (973 Program, 2011CB964800-G), the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 81129020, 81102873, 81372928, 81072237) and the Natural Science Foundation of Tianjin (12JCQNJC09100).
Deguan Li and Aimin Meng conceived of and designed the experiments. Deguan Li, Lu Lu, Hongying Wu and Yonghua Xing carried out the experiments, analyzed the data, interpreted the results and prepared the manuscript. Zhexin Shi, Xiangdong Yang and Mingfeng Zhao contributed to data collection and interpretation. Saijun Fan and Aimin Meng contributed to data analysis and manuscript preparation. Junling Zhang, Saijun Fan and Aimin Meng helped perform the analysis with constructive discussions.
The authors declare no conflict of interest.


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To the editor:
I'd like to address Gail Brill's recent letter to the editor "Removing the rails would be a mistake."
Why is that idea such a mistake? First, given their current state of deterioration, the rails and ties would have to be replaced in any case, should the kind of transportation needs envisioned by Mrs. Brill become a reality.
The real problems we have here in our Adirondack communities are population loss and lack of employment opportunities. This is not unique to the Adirondacks but a problem all across the Northern Forest counties, as stated in a recently released report by the Carsey Institute called "Demographic Change in the Northern Forest" (www.carseyinstitute.unh.edu/publications/IB-Johnson-Northern-Forests.pdf). Before we can transport goods, services and people, we actually have to have people here to use the goods and services.
One way to attract people here, according to the findings of the Carsey report, is to provide the amenities that outdoor-oriented folks in the 45-to-65 age group are looking for. These are the people who will be a significant part of our economic recovery for the next 30-plus years. These are the types of people we want to attract here, and guess what? They WANT to come. But they are also looking for recreational amenities that don't require you to be an Olympic athlete to participate. These are people who will not be giving up their vehicles anytime soon. Yes, they may purchase a more fuel-efficient one, but they won't stop driving until the state takes their driver's licenses away. What these people want is walkable and bicycle-friendly communities so that they can maintain their health and enjoy an outdoor-oriented lifestyle.
This is important to the communities of the Adirondacks because, according to the Carsey Institute report, the only regions experiencing population growth in the counties compromising the Northern Forest are those with a strong recreation sector. To quote: "Population gains were greatest in Forest counties with amenities that attracted recreational activity and retirees. Nearly all of the growth in these counties was fueled by migration. Population gains were the smallest in Forest counties that specialized in manufacturing. These trends reflect the growing importance of natural and built amenities, as well as the waning influence of manufacturing."
So why, then, do we continue to procrastinate? It's time to remove the rails and ties, and get some much-needed recreational and economic benefit from the corridor's conversion to a user-friendly rail trail NOW. Should Mrs. Brill's utopian vision of a burgeoning Adirondack population and demand for rail service ever come to pass, the rail bed will be ready and waiting for restoration.
Yes, Gail, sometime in the distant future, we may need a rail line. But RIGHT NOW, we actually need people and jobs, and it is my, and many others', opinion that the Adirondack Rail Trail will do that better and faster than restoration of train service from Lake Placid to Utica.
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Hayes has a coy and coquettish voice, lazy and sensual as Quaaludes and honey ... this singer has great things to say and the chops to say them."
This review by C. Michael Bailey from the website, All About Jazz, beautifully summarizes the vocal qualities of Australian vocalist, Pippa Hayes. Born in the Cook Islands and based out of Queensland, music has been a part of her life since she was a young child. As Hayes recalls:
"One of my earliest memories was of my mother singing lullabies with a baby in her arms...I remembered then it would've been a moment of respite for her as she was a busy person."Read more
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- It Had to Be You by C. Michael Bailey
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Apple crisp is easy to whip up and makes a feel-good mix of sweet and spicy, soft and crunchy that is good for dessert or a side dish on Thanksgiving or any other time apples are in season.
- 5 apples, gala, honeycrisp or your favorite mix of sweet and tart*
- 1 T sugar, optional
- 1 T cornstarch or flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
+ Topping
- 3/4 cup quick-cook oatmeal
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
- 1/2 stick softened butter
- 1 tsp cinnamon or 1/2 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp nutmeg
Peel, core and slice apples. Toss with the sugar, cornstarch and cinnamon.
Spread into 8x8 pan.
Mix the topping ingredients with a fork into big crumbs, and sprinkle evenly over the apples.
Bake at 350 for about 20 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
*You can swap in/add other fruits, such as pears or peaches, or add dried fruits, such as cranberries and/or raisins.


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Saturday, May 1, 2010
Rotorcraft Report: Study: Near-Term Growth for Medium, Heavy Helos
Forecast Intl's new study, "The Market for Medium/Heavy Military Rotorcraft," projects a need for more than 4,300 helicopters between 2010 and 2019, at a total value of around $92.3 billion. The report examines helicopters in the gross-weight class of more than 15,000 pounds (6,804 kg). It foresees a period of strong growth in the near term followed by a decline in output from 2015-2019.


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A short circuit at Onondaga County's E-911 center knocked out the Onondaga Hill facility's uninterruptible power supply this morning, blacking out its computer-aided dispatch system for 28 minutes, Emergency Communications Commissioner John Balloni said.
A small crew of technicians who happened to be testing equipment at the backup 911 office in the Civic Center picked up the slack, although they didn't have computer-aided equipment, either. Instead, they wrote down caller information and passed it to colleagues who dispatched responders by radios.
Regular service was restored by 10:45 a.m., Balloni said. Officials believe they did not miss any calls during the emergency, he said, and Sgt. John D'Eredita, speaking for the Onondaga County Sheriff's Office, said deputies were dispatched without incident.
County legislators who learned about the outage as it happened during a Ways and Means Committee meeting expressed concern that a system that included thousands of dollars of redundant parts still could fail.
Balloni, speaking at a midafternoon news conference, said he understood their concerns but said it is not possible for a setup designed by humans to anticipate every possible point of failure.
The system went dark at 10:17 a.m. when a technician installing radio gear at the center created a short circuit, Balloni said. The short triggered the failure of the uninterruptible power supply, a mammoth battery unit that is supposed to supply power when the regular electricity fails.
The failure of the UPS also knocked out an attached power conditioner, a device akin to a surge protector through which all of the center's electricity is routed. The loss of the power conditioner cut off electricity to the computers, including juice from an emergency diesel-fueled generator that kicked on when the power went out, Balloni said.
The blackout also affected the backup center -- its computer-aided dispatch gear runs off the main center's computer server except under catastrophic conditions. That forced the backup crew to revert to the old-fashioned phone-to-radio system, Balloni said.


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It's certainly not difficult to find fault with our state legislators. Given their often rancorous, petty and partisan performances, they've earned the commentary bull's-eyes they wear.
That's why it was gratifying to see them come to political terms with one another and release $56 million from the Federal Aviation Administration for more than 100 Michigan airports. MBS's slice of that pie comes to $1.6 million.
MBS officials say that money is for infrastructure, land purchases, land radio antennas and equipment to maintain the runways -- part of a new $48 million, 75,000-square-foot terminal set to open in four years.
For months, Democrats and Republicans couldn't agree on borrowing funds for construction at the state's community colleges and public universities. The Republicans said it's too expensive to take on the debt and pay it off later. The Democrats said the bigger the building projects, the greater the number of jobs they would create.
Because the FAA money was part of the college and university funding pot -- under Michigan law, the federal money channels through the state budget -- House Democrats tried to use it as leverage for bigger building projects. Odd as it seems, Gov. Jennifer M. Granholm sided with the Republican-controlled Senate, arguing that without some kind of resolution, the FAA would take its generosity elsewhere.
With the House holding the money hostage, Michigan airports missed a June 1 FAA spending report deadline, and the federal agency could have withheld the funds then.
Thankfully -- maybe amazingly is a better word -- the FAA showed some patience until the lawmakers worked things out.
That's certainly fortunate, because MBS -- which Bay County and the cities of Saginaw and Midland operate -- is a model of Tri-County regional cooperation, the key to business growth that is just beginning to show signs of life here.
That federal money plays a part in the new terminal, which in turn sends a message that MBS remains a player in Michigan and that it's serious about its role in the region's economic rebirth.
In a state with a near-flatline economy and a proposed $18 billion Delta-Northwest merger that could bring hub, service and fare changes, MBS and the Tri-Counties surely didn't need frivolous partisan barriers to their own economic rejuvenation efforts.
So, with our governor and legislators doing what we elected them to do, this is one story with a happy ending.


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Rich People Who Want to Help Others
If you're struggling with money or are in financial despair then you could turn to rich people who want to help others in need. There are a handful of millionaires and billionaires that really want to help people in need and if you can find them you have a good chance of getting some financial assistance straightaway. Rich people or philanthropist want to help people for many reasons however the main reason is for publicity, no millionaire or billionare want to be remembered for being greedy or unhelpful which is why millioniares like Warren Buffett and Bill Gates have pledged to give all their money away to help people in financial need.
How Can I Get Fast Cash?
The first thing that you have to do is research, you can find a list of rich people on sites like Forbes, this site now also has a Forbes philanthropy list which will give you names of the billionaire or millionaires who give money away as well as the foundation or charity that they are aligned to. Once you have all the information you can start contacting the millionaires for help. Go through the list one by one and keep tabs on who you've contacted and who you need to contact in the future.
People Willing to Help Financially – How to Contact Them
Once you've got your list you need to write a letter or email to the foundation or charities that these rich millionaires support. Start your letter by explaining your current situation which could be help with medical bills, help with rent or help because you've lost your job, be careful and be completely honest as the last thing you want is being offered assistance only to have it taken away because you've lied in your letter.
How Will You Use Your Money
Once you've explained your circumstance you need to request the donation, don't be greedy and ask for unreasonable amounts and always state what you're going to use the money for. If you need to retrain and need $1000 then state this and then give them brouchures from the course. Making your letter as professional as possible will get you noticed. Making unreasonable requests such as need quick money or desperate for cash will get your request turned down, millionaires who give money away are smart so don't try and pull the wool over their eyes.
How This Will Help You Life
Once you've given the people who help people in need a reason you need to state how this will change you life, put your heart and sole into this part and really try to connect with the millionaire who is looking to help. If you can offer a convincing reason and demonstrate how this will profoundly change your life you will have a very good chance of getting money for free. There are plenty of rich people who want to help others and I have provided a list below that you can use to make a start.
Millionaires That Want to Give Money Away
1. Warren Buffett
2. Bill & Melinda Gates
3. Oprah Winfrey
4. Angelina Jolie
5. Ellen DeGeneres
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BELCHERTOWN – Gov. Deval Patrick, along with state environmental officials, on Tuesday banded bald eagle chicks at the Quabbin Reservoir – one of 34 bald eagle breeding sites across the state – as part of Massachusetts' successful bald eagle restoration program.
"I applaud our partners involved in wildlife protection and research efforts that have helped the bald eagle return to prominence in Massachusetts," Patrick said. "It's great to see the bald eagle making such a strong, steady resurgence here."
The bald eagle restoration program, which includes this banding project, is a joint effort of the Department of Fish and Game's (DFG) Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife), the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFW) and private partners.
"The protection of habitat in and around coastal and inland waterways where these birds nest has contributed to the species' recovery," said Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Richard K. Sullivan Jr. "Under the governor's leadership, the commonwealth has conserved more than 75,000 acres of land in the past four years, safeguarding open space where species such as the bald eagle can continue to thrive."
A victim of habitat loss and reproductive failure linked to exposure to pesticides such as DDT, bald eagle populations plummeted across the country by the time they were placed on the U.S. Endangered Species List in 1973. Their numbers have since rebounded and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFW) removed them from the federal endangered list in July 2007. In January of this year, an annual one-day survey of wintering bald eagles conducted statewide yielded a record count of 107 eagles, up from eight birds counted in 1980.
Listed as endangered in Massachusetts since the 1980s, bald eagles remain on the state list but are gaining ground in the Commonwealth thanks in large part to a restoration project begun in 1982. MassWildlife and its partners brought young eagles from Canada and Michigan and raised them in cages overlooking the Quabbin Reservoir using a wildlife management practice known as "hacking." After fledging, some hacked eagles established breeding territories at the reservoir. In 1989, eight decades after the last historic bald eagle nest was observed in Massachusetts, the first three chicks fledged from two Quabbin nests. Nine bald eagle pairs nested there in 2010. Statewide, the number of birds surveyed has trended upward from eight birds counted in 1980 to 107 birds counted in 2011 during one-day surveys. There were 72 birds spotted in 2010 and 81 birds in 2009.
In 2010, 34 bald eagle pairs established breeding territories across the state at locations such as the Quabbin Reservoir, the Connecticut and Merrimack Rivers, and areas in Plymouth, Berkshire and Worcester Counties. In 2010, 25 nests produced chicks statewide and 39 young eagles survived to fledge.
Banding young eagles is an important tool for measuring the success of restoration programs – allowing scientists to gather information about survival rates, how far birds disperse when they leave the nest, habitat preferences and possible causes of death. MassWildlife bands all bald eagles hatched in the Commonwealth each year.
"It's great to see the bald eagle making a comeback," said DFG Commissioner Mary Griffin. "Banding is a successful wildlife management tool that informs decisions about habitat protection and helps us to track population trends."
Eagle restoration efforts have been funded over the years by a combination of public and private sources including DFG, USFW, MassWildlife's Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Fund, the Massachusetts Audubon Society, National Grid and the former Bank of Boston.


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Permit to burn required during official forest fire season
PROVINCIAL — The Provincial Government advises residents that during the official forest fire season a permit to burn is required for lighting outdoor fires to clear land or burn brush within 300 metres of a forest.
The official forest fire season begins May 1 on the island portion of the province and May 15 in Labrador, ending in both regions on September 30.
Minister of Natural Resources and Minister Responsible for the Forestry and Agrifoods Agency Derrick Dalley said, "The fire suppression team within the Department of Natural Resources protects our resources, communities and residents from forest fires. In 2013, the department responded to 101 fires throughout the province. The majority of fires are caused by residents and can be prevented."
During spring, fine fuels such as dead vegetation in fields and other open areas appear wet but can dry and burn in a matter of hours when conditions change. Fine fuels play a role in most fires responded to each year because they ignite easily and can spread quickly.
A permit to burn is required under the Forestry Act and can be obtained at no cost at regional or district forest management offices around the province. The lighting of fires for cooking and camping does not require a permit, but certain forest fire regulations must be followed.
Information on the forest fire season and regulations are available at www.nr.gov.nl.ca/nr/forestry/fires/index.html
1-866-709-FIRE (3473) is the toll-free number available to report forest fires during forest fire season.


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COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Thank goodness it's Friday. That means it's the last day this week without a college football game.
There has been plenty to discuss regarding the Ohio State football program, even with Saturday's opponent, San Diego State venturing to Columbus as a four-touchdown underdog. The Aztecs (0-1) were walloped at home by Eastern Illinois in Week 1.
Our Ohio State coverage team each selected a player to watch for Saturday's tilt. The music in the video should put a spark into your morning.
Tim Warsinskey details Brian Hartline's rise to NFL riches. The former Buckeyes receiver has found a home with the Miami Dolphins. Hartline signed a five-year contract worth more than $30 million ($12.5 million guaranteed) during the offseason. Hartline and the Dolphins commence their season in Cleveland against the Browns on Sunday.
Hartline played for Jim Tressel at Ohio State. Doug Lesmerises spoke with the former coach about the class he now teaches at the University of Akron, where Tressel serves as the vice president for student success. Tressel also talked about the idea of him as school president, saying it "would be scary."
On Friday, Doug will have a story that includes some of Tressel's thoughts about the 2013 Buckeyes.
As for those currently affiliated with the Ohio State program, quarterback Braxton Miller was sacked four times during the Buckeyes' season-opening win against Buffalo. Head coach Urban Meyer called that "unacceptable." I wrote about whether the Ohio State offensive line keep its Heisman Trophy hopeful upright this weekend.
On the defensive side of the ball, senior safety Christian Bryant, a Glenville alumnus, has emerged as a leader on a unit devoid of much experience. Ari Wasserman chronicles the maturation that the big hitter has made.
Linebacker Curtis Grant could have a chance on Saturday to finally make an impact on defense. With San Diego State hoping to strike more of a balance on offense -- the Aztecs threw the ball 64 times last week -- Grant could see the field more as Ohio State plays its traditional base defense.
Friday's content will include a feature on rising safety Tyvis Powell, a native of Bedford; an update on Ohio State football ticket sales; a preview of the weekend in recruiting; and the best Big Ten games, national games and our predictions.
As for Saturday's game coverage, we'll have news, notes and links in the morning, a pregame video from the stadium, more video from the Skull Session, frequent updates from the press box and the sideline, live interaction with readers and a plethora of postgame analysis, information and commentary. This is where you will want to be for your Ohio State coverage.


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An internal war wages in my mind each and every day — writing is the only thing in this world that I truly love to do, but so often it feels like it's the very thing I can't do. While I spend many nights seated behind my Macbook staring at a blank word document, the beat of the cursor replaces the pulse of my heart. It is time to finally summon the words that have arrested my dreams and followed me throughout the day like thought bubbles drifting overhead. I try to write and edit simultaneously but that never works because favoring the "delete" button won't complete the task at hand. Somehow I became a writer — and an art writer by accident. I live to get lost museum spaces and wait patiently for the art works to unravel, reveal a glimpse of their creator, and surrender a story.
I never thought about why I became a writer or really considered my practice until I was asked to participate in a project, called "Pretty Rough and Tough," that traces emerging talent (creatives, filmmakers, models, actors, etc) in Los Angeles. Subjects are documented via video and vivid photographs in an environ of their choosing and are asked about what inspires them, what drives them to continue working in their field (I opted for the Farmers Market on Third and Fairfax because I feel it's one one of the few remaining sites in LA that is authentic). They are then interviewed about the ideas that inspire them, where they find the drive to continue pursuing their filed, and what they feel makes them "pretty, rough, and tough.
Created by seasoned fashion photographer and designer of Maison des Maisons Garet Field Sells, the project offers an honest glimpse into the hustle of the creative hub that drives our city. While Field Sells' aesthetic is sophisticated and stylized, he thoughtfully captures the personality of each subject. "PR&T" has just been submitted to Kickstarter, an online fundraising platform, where it hopes to raise $10,000 by August 11. With the additional funding, Field Sells would be able to expand his vision with an exhibition of the subjects featured, and create a special edition book with an original essay, and unreleased photos and expanded bios.
I was humbled to participate as the first writer to appear on "PR&T." It was during my interview that I realized just how "tough" the world of art writing can be, and the roughened exterior I have adopted as a second skin. It goes without saying that when you choose to work in a creative field, your work will face rejection. Although rejection shouldn't surprise you, it never gets easier. I'm "tough" because of the criticism my work faces, sometimes resulting in rejection. I'm "rough" because I have to remind myself that there are plenty more outlets out there that may publish my work. Sometimes the publication conveniently files for bankruptcy when payment is due. Despite aggravation, the monopoly of the publishing world, and the demands of deadlines, writing is about connecting pen to paper, and as an old professor of mine always reminded me, "forget everything you know, and then write."
My name is A. Moret, and I am proud to be "pretty rough and tough."
Here is the link to view my interview and the other members of the "PR&T" gang:http://prettyroughandtough.com


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The Birmingham City Council today named Ann Florie to the Birmingham Water Works Board. Florie is executive director of Leadership Birmingham.
Florie replaces Fultondale Mayor Jim Lowery. He was appointed in 1999 and served five-and-a-half years of a six-year
term. He has just completed a full six-year term and had sought another term.
Eleven applicants sought the seat on the panel that oversees the state's largest water utility. Candidates included, in addition to Lowery and Florie, Mountain Brook Mayor Terry Oden, Edwin Revell, David Russell, Herbert Patterson Jr., Robert Smith, VeLinda A.J. Weatherly, Anje Roney, Anthony A. Johnson and Desiree Celeste Alexander.
A council panel had reduced the field to six and then chose a final pair, Lowery and Florie, in a recommendation to the full council which made the final selection.
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HTC to use Super Sony LCD
What does a major cell phone manufacturer do when they run out of AMOLED screens for their AMOLED touting super-phones? They use Super Sony LCD! HTC has been trying hard to catch up on the demand for their hot new devices, but they just can't. Why? There is an international AMOLED screen shortage. Seriously. HTC is going to remedy the problem by making models of all their devices with Sony Super LCD. Before you go freaking out, HTC claims that you cannot tell the difference, and they will still be making AMOLED devices. As far as price difference of anything of that nature, only time will tell. Look for more info on this to come along soon.
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As per Dutch media dispatch, three athletes, all Dutchmen, are alleged to be into Human Plasma doping. Under investigation by the Austrian National Anti-Doping Agency are about 30 athletes for blood doping violations.
The Dutch National Anti-Doping Agency said that the names of the three Dutch athletes involved are being withheld pending the investigation as announced by Herman Ram of the DNADA saying that, "cyclists play an important role in the dossier."
Ram confirmed that following the investigation, necessary disciplinary measures and actions will be implemented. Formerly facing inquiry on this case were Michael Boogerd, Thomas Dekker and Michael Rasmussen of Rabobank.
The nature of the violation from 2003 to 2006 was Human Plasma transfusion among athletes. The 2008 Tour de France drug scandal was focused on Bernhard Kohl, a rider for Gerolsteiner. He confessed the involvement of Stefan Matschiner, his former manager, after he tested positive for CERA.


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Friday Things
1. How TALL does Duke look?! He's like a weed! He keeps growing at a crazy rate, and is now exactly half of Einstein's size. He still has a ways to go, but I can't believe how big he's gotten already! It's fun to watch him continue to learn and discover new things. He went through a phase of being completely obsessed with the skylights in our family room at night since he could see all sorts of crazy reflections. We seem to have made it over the hump with both housebreaking and sleeping through the night, both of which seemed light years away just six weeks ago.
2. I apologize for any issues that you may have had accessing the website on Wednesday and Thursday this week. There were some backend server issues causing a few hiccups; they have since been resolved, so we should be good moving forward!
3. We got our first snow of the season this week! I know so many people hate the snow, but I just can't hide my enthusiasm for that fluffy white stuff. I was so excited to pull up the blinds on Tuesday morning to see everything covered in a layer of white. It was Duke's first time seeing snow and he was much more indifferent than we thought he would be; he just ran around trying to eat all of the snowflakes 😉 Einstein, of course, plopped himself in the yard for the better part of the morning; he loves the snow as much as I do (even though he looks rather grumpy in this photo) 🙂
4. Last Friday night, my Chief Culinary Consultant and I started watching Band of Brothers, which neither of us had seen. We were totally engrossed and had covered six of the episodes by Sunday. The miniseries follows one company of soldiers in the Army's Airborne division during World War II. It's a fantastic series, I highly recommend it if you are looking for something new to watch. (A fair warning – it is about war, so some of the scenes can be a little graphic.)
5. Speaking of new/old shows… I've never seen The Wire, which was on HBO many moons ago. I've decided to start from the beginning while I walk on the treadmill. Seems like a good way to pass the time since I've already seen every single Beverly Hills 90210 rerun multiple times 😉
6. I'm a Pittsburgh girl through and through, so I was immensely proud to this tweet from Andrew Zimmerman about my hometown:
#Pittsburgh is an amazing city… It's on the rise and you should go see it for yourself. Food scene there is old world tastiness.
— Andrew Zimmern (@andrewzimmern) November 12, 2013
7. Who's ready for Thanksgiving PIE?!
I have a couple of new recipes coming next week, so stay tuned!
8. My Chief Culinary Consultant and I are hosting our first holiday this Thanksgiving! We're excited to have our families at our house and I've been having fun playing around with a menu. I'll be sure to share it with all of you as soon as it's finalized (likely this weekend)!
9. I realize that I may be a day late and a dollar short when it comes to putting together some Thanksgiving-themed decorations and centerpieces, though. I was at some stores earlier this week and everything is Christmas-related. You all know how much I love Christmas, but I was hoping to score a few things for Thanksgiving first!
10. TGIF! Lots of puppy bonding to be enjoyed this weekend!
56 Responses to "Friday Things"
First of all, Duke is HUGE! What happened? Did you feed him miracle grow? 😉 Second, I see you have a pie posted, I would love to see a good pie crust recipe! Also, with regards to number 6, my co-worker just got back from visiting family in Pittsburgh and could not stop talking about all the yummy food she had! I think I need to start planning my trip! Good luck with hosting your first holiday, try not to stress and enjoy the day! 🙂
P.S. I pinned this e-card last week and it goes perfectly with number 9!
Your dogs are so sweet! I wish your website did not have so many ads. It takes away from your posts (which I was reading before you added these things anyway).
I'm not speaking for BEB – this is strictly my opinion. If you think about these ads as the way we are able to have Michelle devote her creativity to us fulltime, I hope you would agree that having them on the page is a small price to pay. Where else do you get this kind of quality content for free? Plus the community she has built is nothing short of amazing. I'm not a koolaid drinker, only someone who truly feels the value BEB brings to all of us is worth putting up with some ads.
Check your programs in your control panel to make sure you haven't picked up any adware. I think the ads are minimal compared to most sites, but you may have picked up some "extras" while surfing..
I am with you. I love the white fluffy stuff too and so do my dogs. They ask to go out over and over. Maybe we enjoy it so much because we only get it once or twice a season and it lasts a whole day if we are lucky.
I assume Einstein lies down first and then Duke gets up next to him. They are so cute. It is amazing how fast Duke has grown. Has he had difficulties learning the size of his body trying to get into places? So adorable. I love the photos.
Oh oh the cuteness is insane with these two gorgeous dogs. I love your posts all week long, but really look forward to your furry babies on Friday, lol. Thanksgiving in a week and a half, Yikes! Luckily I am not hosting, but have to bring a couple of dishes. I thank you for all your inspiration. Have a great weekend.
First I have to say how much I look forward to your Friday Things! Love the pix of the pups together. They are just adorable and the pix make me want to just squeeze them! Also wanted to say, I too loved Band of Brothers. Tom Hanks directed and it is just a phenomenal series. I may just have to go back and watch it again!
OMG they are too cute together! He's like a fuzzy shadow! I've enjoyed watching him grow up on your Friday posts. Just mind boggling how quickly they grow up.
And LOVE LOVE LOVE Band of Brothers. I watched it when it originally aired. The last episode I remember distinctly. I was sewing my wedding dress and just stopped, dead, and started to cry. Just warning ya. 😉 It's an AMAZING show.
Happy Friday Michelle! Try Michael's for Thanksgiving decorations. I was just in there 2 days ago and they had a lot of things left. It was actually right near all the Christmas things in the center of the store where they sell their holiday napkins and assorted tableware. I wish we would have gotten snow! I am a bit further south in Maryland and don't always get that much snow, although they are predicting a snowy season this year! Yeah!
Could Duke get any cuter??? Those pics of him and Einstein are the sweetest!
Derby, my Golden LOVES snow-he will lay in it forever! That pie is truly amazing! Where did you get the cool cutouts? LoVe!
Hi Betsy, I also thought this was an adorable pie top cutter and found the leaves theme on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Nordic-Ware-Reversible-Apples-Leaves/dp/B001717TNM/ (just over $10).
I have been quietly peaking around your blog (and have even tried a couple recipes!!) for a couple months now. I truly look forward to Friday things every week just to look at your beautiful photos of Einstein and Duke! So nice to see how much they mean to each other! I look forward to your Thankgiving menu! Keep up the great work!
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Hi Michelle! I love reading blog and trying your yummy looking recipes! Seeing how sweet your dogs are made me want to comment. It was fun to see our golden, Zoe, in the snow as a puppy and to see her reaction each year when it's the first snow fall. I live in Wexford so I got to watch her go out into the snow just the other day as well. After reading some comments from various days, I was wondering if you live in Butler? That's where my mom grew up but then she moved to Philadelphia after college. I grew up in Philadelphia and moved to Pittsburgh after college!
Anyway, I had a question about a recipe from a while back. I'm making your Black Forest Cake and wanted to know if you've ever tried to add anything to your whipped cream to stabilize it. Someone mentioned gelatin and I've read before about adding 1T of instant pudding mix before whipping a cup of heavy cream to stabilize it. Any suggestions?
First of all let me tell you that I look forward to Friday posts more than any other because I truly love Einstein and Duke. It is always a great start to my weekend. Thank you for sharing them with us. Secondly I love your recipes. I have tried so many and my family actually enjoys them. Finally HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND.
I love all these darling photos of Duke, and especially the photos of Duke and Einstein together. We have a 3 year old yellow lab (how old is Einstein) and I am already looking forward to the day when we get another puppy for him to play with, but that'll probably be in 4 or 5 years so we can get settled with our baby thats coming this spring.
Anyway, we haven't had any snow stick on the ground yet, but our pup loves it when it comes. He runs around like crazy and tries to eat all of it!
I had to comment again about a Golden I saw on David Letterman last night(Friday).Letterman had one of his "stupid pet tricks " segments but the tricks were more interesting than stupid. First up was a man with a beautiful Golden named Dudley. The owner said Dudley had an unusaul way of returning a fetched ball. The owner then threw the ball and Dudley retrieved it. When the owner asked for the ball, Dudley got down, rolled on his back and put one paw on each side of his mouth. Dudley carefully lifted the ball out of his mouth then reached it up to "hand" it back to his owner!! It was amazing. I have never seen a dog used his two paws in such a purposful, coordinated, "human" way.I don't know if you can find it on the Letterman Show website but it is worth seeing.
Re: #6 Andrew Zimmerman is right on target. I saw that show for the 1st time the other night. The name is deceiving as I could not imagine what Pittsburgh would have that would be bizarre. What IS bizarre is the amount of fantastic food places there are . . . ranging from dining establishments to fresh markets (Wholley's) to fresh produce. I live about 1 1/2 hours away from the Strip and when I get the chance to make the trip, I make it a long all day trip. It is so much fun, so if anyone would ever get the chance to make it to Pittsburgh, please take the time to go to the Strip. The only bad thing I can say about Pittsburgh is that it's hard to navigate the streets for someone not familiar.
I've been following your dog diary and love the pictures each week. Thanks for posting them. If you ever decide to make a short road trip, please head on over to Atwood Lake in Ohio and I can babysit the dogs while you guys go off on your own. They'll be well loved!
Duke…is certainly big…does he have much more to grow? Looks like he will be eating you out of house and home before you know it!!


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Black Wednesday?
That's what it seems like for two former SEC stars whose NFL careers took bad turns today. Former Auburn running back Ronnie Brown will miss the rest of the season after being placed on injured reserve today with the Miami Dolphins.
And the Oakland Raiders announced today that former LSU quarterback JaMarcus Russell had lost his starting job.
Placing Brown on IR is a "crushing" development for the struggling Dolphins, the Miami Herald wrote. Brown helped revolutionized the NFL when he started running the Wildcat offense two years ago with great success.
Brown was drafted in the first round in 2005 by the Dolphins, who were then coached by Alabama coach Nick Saban.
He leads the Dolphins with 648 yards rushing.
Russell's career with the Raiders has been disappointing since he was the No. 1 pick out of LSU (where he was coached by, again, Saban) in 2007. Russell has been benched in two of the last three games.
Raiders coach Tom Cable said backup Bruce Gradkowski will be the starter for the rest of the season.
Russell has completed a career-worst 47.7 percent of his passes while he has thrown a career-high nine interceptions in nine games.
The San Jose Mercury News opined that the move is the "ultimate wake-up call" for Russell.


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The GT Air 2010 BMX Bike takes on a retro theme, sort of like the mag rims back in the 1980s and early 1990s that were very popular. Moving on, the 2010 GT Air BMX Bike features a green, yellow and black color scheme, which will sure to have a few eyes straining. The specifications are mag wheels with sealed mech hubs, 09 GT street design high ten frame, and C-Star RX933D aluminum front and rear brake. MSRP is $279.99.
GT Air 2010 BMX Bike
GT Air 2010 BMX Bike Frameset
Frame: '09 GT street design, full hi-ten , 1-1/8″ head tube, 5mm thick small dropouts, seat stay mounted U-brake, American BB shell
Fork: GT freestyle design, 1-1/8″ x 22.2mm steerer, Hi-Ten 1-1/4″ blades, 6mmT. Dropouts
GT Air 2010 BMX Bike Wheels
Rims: mag wheels, sealed mech hubs with 14mm axle front and rear
Front Hub: Sealed mech, 14mm axle
Rear Hub: Sealed mech, 14mm axle, thread on freewheel
Cog Set: 16T. freewheel
Tires: GT Air Bags, 2.1″
GT Air 2010 BMX Bike Drivetrain
Crankset/Chainwheel: Forged steel one piece crank, 170mm / 2010 design 42T steel GT design
Bottom Bracket: Steel, ball type
Pedals: GT Jump design, PP material, Boron axle
Chain: KMC Z510
GT Air 2010 BMX Bike Components
Handlebar: '07 GT dirt/street dual radius bend, Hi-Ten, 7″ rise
Stem: 2010 GT freestyle drop design, machined GT logo
Headset: TH, 1-1/8″ threadless, steel
Grips: GT Wing shroom design
Saddle: '08 mini street design, 8mm rails
Seat Post: Steel, 25.4mm x 200mmL.
Seat Clamp: '08 GT CNC mini design
Front Brake: C-Star RX933 FS, aluminum U-brake
Rear Brake: C-Star RX933D, aluminum U-brake
Brake Levers: Tektro 289A full aluminum lever and clamp


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Augusta, Ga. - Tianlang Guan had an adventurous round in his first Masters on Thursday. The 14-year-old from China represented himself well with a more-than-respectable 1-over-par 73. But it's fairly remarkable, considering the global stage, his record-setting age and the fact that his score was better than PGA Tour standouts like Keegan Bradley, Bubba Watson and Hunter Mahan.
Guan, who has adopted New Orleans as a second home of sorts last summer, had five bogeys and four birdies, including a 30-foot putt from the fringe on No. 18 that elicited enthusiastic applause from playing partner Ben Crenshaw.
"Today's pretty special for me," Guan said. "Playing in the Master, it's like a dream come true. It's amazing."
Guan's other highlight-reel shot was a chip-in on No. 6 to save par.
"I just felt comfortable and relaxed today," Guan said. "Hopefully, we can have some more fun again (on Friday)."
Regardless of how he fares, Guan said he expects to return to New Orleans after the Masters and make his base of operations at Lakewood Golf Club. He said he was not aware that Lakewood was serving a "Masters menu" of traditional Augusta National fare like pimento cheese, egg salad and cheese on rye sandwiches in his honor
Asked if he thought he could win the Masters, Guan said, "Probably not this year but I think I can win it in the future."


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After an 8-2 from its member institutions to allow four teams to participate its conference basketball tournament later this month despite being banned from postseason competition due to low Academic Progress Rates, the Southwestern Athletic Association sent out a release which formally announced and further explained the decision.
The decision amended the league's bylaw concerning both team and player participation, allowing defending-league champion Southern, Grambling State (La.), Arkansas-Pine Bluff and Mississippi Valley State to play in the tournament which is set for March 11-15 in Houston.
The decision, which allows all 10 team teams to participate in the tournament but prohibits Southern, UAPB, Southern, MVSU and Grambling from advancing to the NCAA tournament should they win the league crown is only effective for this season, according to the release.
"It is the conference's goal to ensure that each student-athlete has equal opportunity for academic and athletic success," SWAC Commissioner Duer Sharp said. "The Conference and Council of Presidents acknowledge the financial strain that affect our member institutions in meeting APR requirements. With the approval of the amended policy, the SWAC not only can provide a quality athletic experience, but optimistically provide the means for academic advancements."
The postseason penalties were "to some extent some extent, postseason penalties were based on budget issues that prevent league institutions from hiring personnel to support the athletic system," according to the release.
"The academic success of the student-athletes is a top priority of the Southwestern Athletic Conference and its member institutions. While staying committed to improving the APR scores of our member institutions, the SWAC will continue to work with each institution and the NCAA to reach the appropriate benchmarks set by the Committee on Academic Performance," Sharp said.


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With each exhausting breath exhaled from the infant boy cradled in Jill Stanek's arms, something more than death was happening. Stanek, a former Christ's Hospital labor and delivery nurse, didn't know at that moment everything was about to change in her life.
"I held that baby for 45 minutes as he lay dying after surviving a labor-induced abortion," Stanek said during a phone interview from her Mokena, Ill., home. "I couldn't believe a hospital named for my Lord that I was working in, was doing something so terrible. It was surreal; I was helpless, screaming inside, `Am I the only sane person in this insane world?'"
Those attending Sav-A-Life Shelby's annual benefit banquet will hear Stanek's story of those 45 minutes in 1999 that led to the national spotlight in 2008. The pro-life activist, WorldNetDaily.com columnist and founder of BornAliveTruth.org is the banquet's featured speaker Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. at the Pelham Civic Complex.
Stanek's mission, she says, is God-given. "I believe God put me in that job to see infants who were born alive after abortions, being left in soiled utility rooms to die in waste bins or on cold metal counters. I believe he put me there to help change the way things are done if the baby survives an abortion."
Stanek said she was fired because of her objection to Christ's Hospital's policies, then began promoting the Born Alive Infant Protection Act. Mike Maggio, spokesman for what is now called Advocate Christ Medical Center, said Stanek previously worked there but declined comment.
Stanek plans to share how her faith has grown over the years. "One of my favorite verses is Proverbs 24:11-12; it keeps me going," Stanek says. "I think of this spiritual battle we are in as a big football game. I'm just thankful God has put me in the game to get dirty and sometimes bloody, knowing he wins in the end."
The wife, mother and grandmother gets dirty and bloody a little more often these days. A number of Web sites, including mediamatters.org, protest her blog posts and appearances on national networks.
"Personal attacks don't bother me," she says. "I don't worry about my reputation on the national level because God is the best public relations manager there is."
Annette Johnson, executive director of Sav-A-Life Shelby, said Stanek meshes well with the organization's mission of helping women and their families facing issues surrounding abortion. " We felt like she would be a very powerful, impassioned speaker about life issues," she said. "Her story impacts the heart and brings to light the truth about life in the womb."
The banquet is free and open to the public. Seating is limited, and reservations are required. For reservations, call 981-1942 or 664-1678.


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Faculty Handbook
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Research Topics
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Country: Israel
Detail Information
- The loss of calretinin expression indicates aganglionosis in Hirschsprung's diseaseI Barshack
Department of Pathology, The Chaim Sheba Medical Centre, Tel Hashomer, 52621, affiliated to the Tel Aviv University, Sackler School of Medicine, Israel
J Clin Pathol 57:712-6. 2004....
- The effect of intravenous immunoglobulins on intimal thickening in a mouse model of arterial injuryG Keren
Department of Cardiology and the Cardiovascular Research Laboratory, Ichilov Hospital, Elias Sourasky Tel Aviv Medical Center, 6 Weizman Street, Tel Aviv, Israel
Atherosclerosis 159:77-83. 2001..Thus, IVIG has proven beneficial in ameliorating intimal thickening in a mouse model of arterial injury. The effect could be mediated by upregulation of T-cell secretion of the anti-inflammatory cytokine IL-10...
- Immunohistochemical analysis of candidate gene product expression in the duodenal epithelium of children with coeliac sprueI Barshack
Department of Pathology, The Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel-Hashomer 52621, Israel
J Clin Pathol 54:684-8. 2001..The reduced expression of E-cadherin and beta-catenin and p53 overexpression may contribute to the morphological changes seen in the small intestinal mucosa in coeliac disease...
- Disaccharides derived from heparin or heparan sulfate regulate IL-8 and IL-1 beta secretion by intestinal epithelial cellsY Chowers
Department of Gastroenterology, Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel
Gastroenterology 120:449-59. 2001..Disaccharides derived from heparan sulfate and heparin have been shown to down-regulate inflammation in vivo. We tested the effect of such disaccharides on cytokine secretion by intestinal epithelial cells...
- Spectral morphometric characterization of breast carcinoma cellsI Barshack
Pathology Department, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel
Br J Cancer 79:1613-9. 1999..We conclude that the spectral morphometric features found for lobular and ductal cell populations may serve future automated histological diagnostics...
- Relation of preexisting anti-beta2GPI antibodies to infarct size in a rat modelI Barshack
Department of Pathology, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer 52621, Israel
Cardiovasc Pathol 12:195-201. 2003..Herein, we evaluated the role of preexisting high levels of aPL antibodies in determining the size of the infarct induced by permanent ligation of the left anterior descending artery (LAD) in a rat model...
- Efficacy of intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) affinity-purified anti-desmoglein anti-idiotypic antibodies in the treatment of an experimental model of pemphigus vulgarisD Mimouni
Department of Medicine B and Zabludowicz Center for Autoimmune Diseases, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel
Clin Exp Immunol 162:543-9. 2010..In conclusion, the PV-sIVIG preparation is more effective than native IVIG in inhibiting anti-desmoglein-induced pemphigus vulgaris in mice and might serve as a future therapy in patients with the clinical disease...
- Accelerated intimal thickening in carotid arteries of balloon-injured rats after immunization against heat shock protein 70J George
Department of Cardiology and the Cardiovascular Research Laboratory, Tel Aviv Medical Center, Tel Aviv, Israel
J Am Coll Cardiol 38:1564-9. 2001..These observations may provide a possible mechanism that explains the accelerated intimal thickening that has been associated with the occurrence of infectious pathogens...


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Complete Solution to iTunes Match Issues
Apple has come with something extremely worth the brand in which they call, the iTunes Match. Now, Apple users can match, upload and play their existing music, in which you cannot obtain from iTunes store with high-performing versions of iClouds. However, many users of iTunes Match are facing problems, which defame the service. Let's have some solution to the probable issues of iTunes Match.
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Data Protection from CheckPoint
Who and what is CheckPoint Software?
Checkpoint Software Technologies Ltd. is not only the author of data protection software; they are also the pioneer of Computer Security applications, as well as the integrated Turnkey Security gateway solutions. It offers security from home users to corporate giants, comprehensive data and computer protection applications. They also offer products such as hardware firewalls, gateways, virtual ports and more; including the widest and most secure range of computer protection products. Let's take a look at the product from Check Point which is called the Pointsec.
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Top 10 Mobile Phone Manufacturers: What's Hot and What's Not?
Today, mobile phones have become a vital part of everyone's lives. With the rapid change in time and technology, the use of mobile phones became global. Everywhere we go, in bus stands or in shopping malls, we see people texting or calling. People use it not only to connect with others but also to share data, to email, to browse the web and to experience rich multimedia in their hands.
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Android 4: Ice Cream Sandwich that turns out to be a desert to its user
Google releases a preview of its new operating system which is Android 4 or also known as the "Ice Cream Sandwich" in Hong Kong on the 19th of October. This latest innovation from Google has some very exciting features that include Head Tracking 3D, the front-facing camera makes video calling easy, data usage tools and many more. This time Google has made new improvements in terms of designing with new intuitive interface, better memory usage, periodic updates and better multitasking management. Initially, it comes with Galaxy Nexus but soon it will be available on other handheld devices.
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The 10 Best Wireless Computer Speakers and Headphones
1. Creative Inspire T12-Wireless
Creative Inspire T12-Wireless is a great innovation without the need for wires. It is excellent for home and office use.
2. Audio Engine 5
Audio Engine 5 is one of the best wireless PC speakers in the market today. If you want great quality sound without the hassle of plugging them anywhere, this is the speaker for you.
3. Cambridge MicroWorks II PC Speakers
If you want a simple wireless PC speaker and if you are under a tight budget, then this package would work out well for you since they provide quality sound in a very affordable price.
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Comparison between Apple iPhone 4S and Apple iPhone 4
Apple have released the new iPhone 4S. It is one of the best flares in every design. And it will become the number one Smartphone in the world. The new iPhone 4S is the same dimension with iPhone 4 but there is a huge difference between their features, specification, technology and software manufacture.
The processor of Apple iPhone 4S is dual core A5 chip which is up to 2 times faster performance and 7 times faster graphics than Apple iPhone 4. These powerful cores and faster graphics create a difference in all application. The phone memory of Apple iPhone 4 is 8 GB but iPhone 4S have available in 16 GB or 32 GB or 64 GB sizes.
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The detour began Monday and will last around the clock for two weeks.
Motorists will be redirected at Arden and Drumgoole Road East and sent to Walcott Avenue, then Annadale, before returning back to Arden.
Northbound traffic along Arden, from Annadale to Drumgoole Road East, is still running.
When work is occurring directly in front of residences, those living there will not have access to their driveways.
No parking on the street will be effective for the duration of the detour, on Arden, from Annadale to Drumgoole Road East. Signs will be posted.
Additional orange signage has been installed along Arden and neighboring streets to alert motorists.
Pedestrian access will be maintained at all times.
Water, gas and cable services are not expected to be affected by the work, said the DDC. Garbage and recycling pickup will also not be affected.
The road resurfacing comes following a Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) sewer project that began in the neighborhood almost two years ago and recently included that section of Arden and nearby streets.


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Here is the Jackson Business Roundup, where I recap the top Jackson business stories from the past week that you might have missed.
CMS ENERGY FACES LAWSUITS: CMS Energy and several other energy companies are facing antitrust lawsuits alleging that the companies fixed prices during California's energy crisis in the early 2000s, according to a news report. The U.S. Court of Appeals in San Francisco this week overturned a lower court's dismissal of claims against the companies and restored a group of antitrust lawsuits, saying the allegations were not blocked by federal law, according to a report by Bloomberg. The energy firms are accused of fixing prices from 2000 to 2002, Bloomberg reports.
ALRO STEEL PART OF CONSUMERS PROJECT: Jackson-based Alro Steel has been contracted by a northeast Michigan company to provide raw materials to help make clean-air equipment for one of Consumers Energy's power plants. Consumers Energy recently signed a $19 million contract with Onaway-based Moran Iron Works to make the equipment for the Jackson-based utility's J.H. Campbell Complex in West Olive. In turn, Moran Iron Works contracted Alro Steel to supply components for the job.
MORE ON ARMORY ARTS: The Enterprise Group of Jackson decided to no longer book special events at Armory Arts Village's Grand Gallery, a management official said Thursday afternoon. Peter Jobson of Excel Realty in Ohio, which manages the apartment complex, received an email in February from the economic-development agency that it no longer planned to facilitate events at the venue. The two groups were unable to come to an agreement on how the facility would be handled, and events that were booked for the venue for 2013 were canceled.
Related: Armory Arts Village hasn't completely shut down events, still hosting open houses for artists
CONSUMERS WIND FARM: The Jackson-based utility is working to address some of the concerns of neighbors of the Lake Winds Energy Park wind farm in Mason County, officials said last week. Seventeen neighbors of the wind farm in Mason County south of Ludington sued the Jackson-based utility April 1. The lawsuit in Mason County Circuit Court alleges flickering lights, noise and vibrations from the wind farm's 56 towering turbines are causing sleeplessness, headaches, dizziness and other physical symptoms as well as economic loss. The company says the wind farm already meets all permit requirements.
MORE ON GAS EXPLOSION: A report filed on April 8 by Consumers Energy related to a fatal Feb. 27 gas explosion in Royal Oak that killed Daniel Malczynski, 58, reveals a work crew was aware of the leak, attempted to contact the homeowner and left the scene prior to the devastating blast. The gas was detected and reported nearly 45 minutes prior to the explosion. The on-site boring crew knocked on Malczynski's door but received no answer and left the location while a repair crew was en route. Before the crew would arrive, an explosion would claim Malczynski's life and cause serious damage to homes several blocks away.
WHO CONTROLS JACKSON'S GAS PRICES: Not me, I know that. There is a popular theory that I control Jackson's gas prices and purposely tip off gas suppliers to hike up prices every week with my Monday gas prices report. Actually, it's also an ongoing joke in the newsroom that I raise gas prices every Monday, making everyone's day that much more miserable. Read more about how I go about reporting on gas prices every week.
EATERY GETS $20,000 DDA LOAN: The owners of a popular Mexican restaurant in Jackson have been approved for a $20,000 small business loan from the Jackson Downtown Development Authority .On Thursday, the DDA board unanimously approved the loan for Chilango's LLC,, owned by Rachel and Carlos Perez. They currently own Chilango's Mexican Grill at 1020 E. Ganson St. and are working to open Chilango's Burrito Bar at 101 W. Michigan in downtown Jackson.
NEW MIS WEBSITE FOR FANS: Michigan International Speedway has launched a new website to help educate guests about the racetrack and the sport of NASCAR. The website, www.mymispeedway.com, was created to help guests before they attend NASCAR events at the track, according to a news release. The website features a series of short videos where Curtis and other MIS employees walk guests through everything that they need to know to be a NASCAR fan. NASCAR fans also offer advice on how to make a visit to MIS more enjoyable.
MORE HELP FROM UTILITY: Consumers Energy and its employees have raised and donated more than $200,000 to help keep Michigan homes warm and more energy-efficient and affordable. The Jackson-based utility announced this week that more than 1,000 employees and their family and friends teamed up with Community Action Agencies across the state to raise $112,000 for the Walk for Warmth program, which provides heating assistance to those in need. Consumers Energy also presented a $100,000 check to the Michigan Habitat for Humanity on Saturday at the Detroit Tigers game at Comerica Park.
Come back to the main Jackson business page for more news throughout the week, and make sure to follow me on Twitter. Thanks!