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Aaron RicadelaDell Inc. said Chief Executive Officer Michael Dell and Silver Lake Management LLC have completed their $24.9 billion leveraged buyout after pushing for most of this year to take the computer maker private.
Shareholders will get $13.75 in cash for each common share and a special dividend of 13 cents a share for a total of $13.88, the company said in a statement today. Dell was trading lower than $9 before Bloomberg News reported in January that the CEO was seeking to turn the third-largest personal-computer maker into a private company.
CEO Dell and Silver Lake prevailed in a protracted takeover struggle against billionaire financier Carl Icahn and other investors who wanted more for their stakes. Dell is taking the company he founded in 1984 private to bolster its standing in the troubled PC market, where consumers are shunning laptops and desktops in favor of mobile devices, and expand in computer hardware and software for corporate-data centers.
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# OpFreeAssange: Anonymous attacks sites British Government to support Assange
They were slow to arrive: The #OpFreeAssange has attacked several sites of the British Government, among which includes the Ministry of Justice.
The reason? Clearly protest the refusal to grant a pass London to Julian Assange, founder of Wikileaks, to abandon the embassy of Ecuador in the British capital and can take a flight to Quito, where he has been granted political asylum.
From the Twitter account @Anon_Central explained that the measure included a series of DDoS attacks that managed to knock out the website of the Ministry of Justice, the British Royal Family and some sites of the Swedish Government.
On YouTube there are several videos concerning this action, including eastern AnonOpsIbero found in Spanish, and they explain the reasons for their attacks, noting that in his opinion, "now we must protect and defend Assange … To defend and protect Julian Assange are protecting our freedom of speech ":
In addition, through Facebook and from the profile OpLeakGuard have summoned an event that includes a series of similar actions to develop in the coming days against Swedish and British sites, and can also be followed on Twitter with the tag #OpLeakGuard .
Does it add something such actions? We have seen many such attacks, which I believe serve to express discomfort and have a hard time making those responsible for the sites in question … Little more. I believe that action at the Embassy of Ecuador in London, or directly at the headquarters of the Ministry of Justice or British Foreign might be more effective as a measure of pressure, what do you think?
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For those with a casual interest, you got your Pretender, Everyman, Running on Empty, Doctor My Eyes, Take it Easy, Shape of a Heart, Fountain of Sorrow, I'm Alive, Looking East, These Days. You got great musicality from his razor sharp band, and you got a warmed up, very toned singing voice. You got a three hour show with a 15 minute intermission. (Hey, we ALL wanted Late for the Sky- oh well) If you weren't a dedicated fan, you may not have loved the cuts from his new album, including the brilliant Birds of St. Marks. The dedicated fans loved to hear the long explanations about each song. We all got to appreciate his wit and humor. He was playing in his backyard and felt really at home and he said so. So go!! The casual listener needs to enjoy the musicianship of the first set and wait for the crowd pleasers in the second. GREAT SHOW!!
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Jim and Rory Mcdonald from 6466 Kings Drive Oakdale Minn.
What a great show and what a great songwriter and singer.Brought my 26 year old son and had the time of our lives.Thanks Jackson ! PS Me and my son want to quit our jobs and travel the country with your band and sell your Tee Shirts at your concerts.Just to listen to every show me and my son will buy a trailer down by the river just to be able to hear you sing.Fsntastic!.
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Valley View Farms has scheduled seminars to be helpful and fun for our community. In addition to our classes, we have many informative handouts, soil testing, plant diagnostic services, water testing for ponds, and extraordinary signage on all of our plants. Most important, we have friendly, knowledgeable personnel to assist any way we can.
Bonsai-Create Your Own Workshop
Saturday, March 4, 9:00 am
- Here's a chance to create your own bonsai with Martha's guidance and the help of many of the bonsai enthusiasts that have attended meetings for years. The $35.00 fee includes tree, pot, soil, wire and tool use during the workshop.
Growing Fruits and Berries
Saturday, March 4, 11:00 am
- Adding a small orchard to an existing vegetable garden enables gardeners to increase their availability of fresh food through much of the year. Join our fruit tree grower, Terry, to learn how to successfully grow blueberries, apples, peaches and more. Terry Freed is from Eastern Shore Nursery, a grower specializing in fruit trees.
Tool Sharpening
Sat & Sun, March 4/5, 11/12, 25/26 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Drop in and get your gardening tools spring ready. C.J Thompson will be here to sharpen gardening tools like pruners, pruning saws, loppers and gardening scissors. C.J. will charge a small fee to get your tools back to cutting as well as when they were new.
Bartlett Tree Experts Presents- Preventative Care and Techniques for Healthy Trees
Saturday, March 11, 11:00 am
- Learn how to prevent tree problems down the road by following some important tips. Bartlett Tree has been collaborating with Valley View Farms for many years, providing tree care and pruning for property owners in our region. John Davis from Bartlett Tree Experts will present today's topic.
Smaller Trees for Smaller Spaces
Saturday, March 18, 9:00 am
- Learn how to plant to scale, avoid having to prune because of overhead utilities and finding the right plant for the right place on your property. Our own Teresa Dutton will share her expertise on choosing, growing and maintaining smaller trees for the landscape.
Extending Perennials' Bloom Season
Saturday, March 18, 11:00 am
- Plan for a parade of non-stop flowering in the perennial garden this year. Robert Scott will show us how to design and plant our gardens so that we can have blooms and color extend from winter until fall. Learn more about bulbs, winter jewels like hellebores and so much more during today's session.
Spring Pond Opening
Saturday, March 25, 9:00 am
- Spring is here; it's time to get your pond up and running again. Fish feeding, plant care, and general pond health will be primary topics of discussion. We will also talk about restarting pumps, filtration systems and other pond hardware. Instructor: Tim McQuaid
Vegetable Garden Plans
Saturday, March 25, 11:00 am
- Learn to plan the vegetable garden to take advantage of sun, shade, space recommendations, companion planting, 3-4 season crops and other considerations. Jeff M, today's speaker, planned his own garden and has helped to establish a community garden in the Reservoir Hill area of Baltimore City.
April Monday Night Gardening Series is part of the RPCS Kaleidoscope program. Classes average about one hour. They will be moderated by Carrie E and taught by the specialists on our staff.
Early Spring Gardening and Creating a Succulent Planter
Monday, April 3, 6:00 pm
- Learn about annual and perennial plants that can survive spring frosts and summer's heat. We will discuss general planting methods, products that aid in growing, and trends for 2017 as a lead into this seminar series. We will create a succulent planter using either a clay bowl or a strawberry jar in tonight's class. Cost: $35.00 includes planter, soil and plants
The Urban Homesteader and Planting an Herb Garden
Monday, April 10, 6:00 pm
- Learn more about growing edibles and ornamentals in the urban landscape. City dwellers Eric R and Jeff M will share their expertise about gardening in an urban environment and discuss how a community comes together via this shared experience. As a fun project, we will create a small herb container to take home at the end of the class. Cost: $29.99 includes 4 herbs, soil and a 2 gallon Bloem Bagz planter.
New Annuals and Perennials for 2017 and Planting a Cool Weather Container
Monday, April 17, 6:00 pm
- Planting new plants is something we garden geeks look forward to every year. The plants we feature in tonight's class have been trialed and tested in gardens in our area and, often by our own staff. We'll end the class with a planting of pansies, violas and/or other cool-weather plants for everyone to take home. Cost: $35.00 includes a plastic planter, 4-5 plants and soil.
Gardener's Choice and Planting a Compact Vegetable Garden
Monday, April 24, 6:00 pm
- The last of our Monday meetings will feature subjects chosen by the attendees. We will explore several ideas during the preceding classes. This meeting may also serve as a chance to ask questions about any gardening subject. We'll finish up by planting a 3-gallon Bloem Bagz vegetable garden including a compact tomato and pepper plant with some salad greens. Cost $29.99.
Bonsai- Create Your Own Outdoor Bonsai Workshop
Saturday, April 1, 9:00 am
- Today's workshop will be strictly to work on training and potting an outdoor bonsai. Like last month, help will be available to guide participants through each step. The $35.00 fee includes pot, soil, tree, wire and tool use.
Lawn Clinic
Saturday, April 1, 11:00 am
- Consumers have choices in lawn care that include organic fertilizer and weed control and traditional lawn care products. Todays' Speaker, Rick Hardie from Jonathan Green Lawn Care, discusses both options for keeping grass healthy and beautiful.
Water Garden Installation
Saturday, April 8, 9:00 am
- Stop dreaming and learn to install a pond in the landscape. Tim M, our water garden manager, will teach today's class how to site, design, dig and finish a pond. Formal or informal, ponds add beauty and movement to the yard and garden.
New and Underused Herbs
Saturday, April 8, 11:00 am
- Try some new herbs this year. Our herb grower provides us with over 100 varieties of organically grown herbs, including over a dozen varieties of basil. Joann W, our herb curator, will go over basil, rosemary, thyme and other herbs to determine the best varieties for a multitude of conditions and personal taste.
Growing Fruits and Vegetables in Containers
Saturday, April 15, 9:00 am
- Learn how to grow plants in pots right on our porches and patios. Look at solutions from Earthbox, Bloem Bagz and other containers specifically designed for growing edibles. Kathy Sponenberg, an expert in the field of container growing, is our guest speaker today.
Creating Dramatic Container Gardens
Saturday, April 15, 11:00 am
- The choices for color and texture in containers have an increasingly broad palette available to gardeners. We will discuss the many annual, perennial and tropical plants that will add drama to patio and porch container gardens. Nina W and Ruth E will demonstrate several tips and ideas for creating interesting potted gardens.
Saturday, April 22, 9:00 am
- David Walsh joins us today to speak about choosing and caring for roses in our gardens. David is president of the Maryland Rose Society. He maintains beautiful gardens in Hampstead, MD in addition to caring for roses at the Cylburn Arboretum in Baltimore.
3rd Annual Tomato Tornado--Spring Tomato Festival
Saturday & Sunday, April 29 & 30
- Our third annual Tomato Tornado touches down in our greenhouse. Like last year, we will be offering an additional 30 heirloom varieties bringing our total selection to over 65 varieties grown for area gardeners. Look for limited selection of additional peppers this year as well. Signs and handouts will be available to help choose the perfect vegetables for your garden.
Potomac Bonsai Show
May 6 & 7
- Join other bonsai enthusiasts at The National Arboretum in Washington D C for the annual Potomac Bonsai Show. Check the Potomac Bonsai website for more information.
Bonsai-Outdoor Deciduous Trees
June 10, 9:00 am (Please note class is the second Saturday in June)
- Maples, elms, and ginkgos will be some of the trees discussed during today's class. Here is a chance to learn more about leaf pruning and propagating many deciduous outdoor varieties.
Healthy Food From the Garden
June 10, 11:00 am
- Watch Nina Campbell create healthy beverages from the garden. Nina is an avid foodie, specializing in fresh, healthy ingredients sourced at farmer's markets and gardens.
Bonsai-Tropical Bonsai
July 1, 9:00 am
- Today's discussion will be on Ficus, Bouganvillea, Portulacaria, Serissa and many other tropical bonsai candidates.
Bonsai-Collecting Specimens from Nursery Stock
August 5, 9:00 am
- Today's Bonsai class will stroll through our nursery and choose several trees and shrubs that will become Bonsai projects. Martha Meehan will lead the annual tour and offer suggestions during this always informative and often surprising lecture.
Should your club or community like to meet at Valley View Farms for a private gardening class, please contact Carrie Engel by email firstname.lastname@example.com, or by phone, 410-527-0700. We often host groups including garden clubs, civic associations and organizations like The Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Master Gardeners and 4-H.


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State Report: Missouri
Lefthanders lead decent crop in Show-Me State
Jim Callis
June 6, 2010
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One for the books
Banner year
Solid, not spectacular
Not up to par
Nothing to see here
In a down year for lefthanders, the Show-Me State has three of the better ones in the draft in Missouri State's Mike Kickham and Aaron Meade, and South Harrison High's (Bethany) Jordan Shipers. The state also has decent position-player depth in Missouri teammates Brett Nicholas and Aaron Senne and outfielders Chuckie Jones (Boonville High) and Les Smith (Meramec CC).
1. Mike Kickham, lhp, Missouri State (National Rank: 110)
2. Nick Tepesch, rhp, Missouri (National Rank: 130)
3. Matt Stites, rhp, Jefferson CC
4. Jordan Shipers, lhp, South Harrison HS, Bethany
5. Brett Nicholas, c/3b, Missouri
6. Aaron Senne, 1b, Missouri
7. Aaron Meade, lhp, Missouri State
8. Chuckie Jones, of, Boonville HS
9. Les Smith, of, Meramec CC
10. Ryan Hafner, rhp, Lee's Summit West HS
11. James Hudelson, rhp, Jefferson CC
12. Tyler Clark, rhp, Missouri
13. Zach Beringer, rhp, Harrisburg HS
14. Brooks Martin, rhp, Central Missouri State
15. Steven Ross, of, Maple Woods CC
16. Jim Klocke, c, Southeast Missouri State
17. Seth Conner, 3b, Rogersville HS
18. Dan Kickham, rhp, Crowder CC
19. Danny Brock, 1b, Saint Louis
20. Zach Tolliver, rhp, St. Charles CC
21. Matt Linderer, rhp, Bishop DuBourg HS, St. Louis
22. Jon Myers, 3b, Saint Louis
23. Sam Bates, of, Crowder CC
24. Drew Levi, of, Jefferson CC
25. Sal Belfonte, of, Rockhurst HS, Kansas City
Mike Kickham, lhp
Missouri State
Missouri State has produced six big league pitchers (Ross Detwiler, Jeff Gray, Shaun Marcum, Matt Palmer, John Rheinecker, Brad Ziegler) and two first-round arms (Detwiler, Brett Sinkbeil) in the last decade. The Bears have another quality pitching prospect—it's just not who scouts expected. Aaron Meade was coming off a strong sophomore season and summer in the Cape Cod League, but fellow lefthander Kickham has surpassed him. Missouri State didn't recruit him out of a local Springfield, Mo., high school, and he didn't turn any heads while going 3-3, 5.62 at Crowder (Mo.) JC in 2009. When his velocity increased to the high 80s in the MINK League last summer, the Bears offered him the opportunity to transfer. Kickham's fastball has continued to improve, sitting at 90-92 mph and touching 94 consistently throughout the spring. A strong 6-foot-4, 210-pounder, he backs up his fastball with a true slider that has good depth. He also throws a solid changeup and an overhand curveball. Scouts like his size, stuff and command, but also wonder why that hasn't translated into more success, as he went 4-9, 5.25 in 15 starts. Though he's a draft-eligible sophomore, he's expected to go high enough in the draft to sign. Kickham's twin brother Dan, a righthander who helped pitch Crowder to the Junior College World Series, also has seen his velocity spike this spring and should get drafted in the later rounds.
Nick Tepesch, rhp
If Tepesch hadn't angled for a seven-figure bonus, he would have gone in the first three rounds of the 2007 draft coming out of high school. He was seen as the next in the recent line of Missouri first-round pitchers—Max Scherzer, Aaron Crow, Kyle Gibson—and while he won't get chosen that high, he still offers intriguing upside. He's a 6-foot-5, 225-pounder whose arm works well, and he added polish in the Cape Cod League last summer and with the Tigers this spring. He opened the season pitching in the high 80s, but his fastball has settled in at 90-92 mph and touched 94. He can run his fastball into the mid-90s, but has found better command and success not trying to max out his velocity. Tepesch's secondary pitches are getting better but still need work. His curveball is his No. 2 offering but is inconsistent, and he has made the most strides with his changeup this spring. He also throws a cutter. In part because of his size, Tepesch has a long arm action that makes it easier for hitters to pick up his pitches. He's still a work in progress, but he's also showing improvement.
Smaller Pitchers Have Big Arms
Matt Stites
stands just 5-foot-11 and 170 pounds, but he has a big arsenal. Before he tired toward the end of the season, Stites showed an 88-92 mph fastball that touched 94, a slider that served as an out pitch and a solid curveball. He's a quick-twitch athlete rather than a max-effort thrower, and he commands his fastball to both sides of the plate. He may be tough to lure away from a commitment to Missouri for 2010.
Likewise, the state's top high school pitcher is undersized yet delivers velocity.
Jordan Shipers
, who's 5-foot-10 and 160 pounds, pairs an 89-90 mph fastball that reaches 92 with a slider that shows depth at times. He doesn't do it as easily as Stites, with more effort in a delivery that puts stress on his shoulder, and his slider isn't as consistent. He's lefthanded, however, and has the potential for three solid-average major league pitches in his fastball, slider and advanced changeup. South Harrison High doesn't have a team, so he had to showcase his stuff in a wood-bat league in Iowa on weekends. Scouts don't believe he's signable, and he'll be a draft-eligible sophomore at Missouri State in 2012 if he doesn't turn pro.
Brett Nicholas
began his college career as a backup first baseman at Gonzaga, transferred to Scottsdale (Ariz.) CC and caught for the 2009 Division II Junior College World Series runners-up. He has seen time at catcher and third base after joining Missouri this spring. The 6-foot-2, 210-pounder has shown hitting aptitude and power from the left side of the plate. As a catcher, he has a solid-average arm and decent receiving skills with room for improvement. He's not particularly agile, so he fits better behind the plate than at the hot corner.
Aaron Senne
projected as a possible third-round pick before the 2009 season, but he dropped all the way to the Twins in the 32nd round after catching draftitis and batting .305 with six homers. After remaking his stance by coming out of a crouch and lowering his hands, he batted .400 with 16 home runs this spring and established himself as a quality senior sign. Missouri's all-time leader in hits, doubles, extra-base hits and total bases, Senne is a 6-foot-2, 199-pounder with lefthanded power. He played right field in his first three seasons with the Tigers and has more than enough arm for the position. He doesn't run well or take good routes, however, so he moved to first base in 2010.
Aaron Meade
performed well in the Cape Cod League last summer, but the Yankees decided not to sign him as a 28th-round sophomore. Mike Kickham passed him as Missouri State's top prospect for 2010, though Meade recorded a lower ERA (4.18) and opponent average (.260) with lesser stuff. The 6-foot-2, 175-pounder relies on deception and his ability to locate a fastball that can range from 83-87 or 87-91 mph. His changeup is much more effective than his slurvy breaking ball.
Chuckie Jones
keeps fine company. He's the state's high school player of the year, following in the footsteps of pitchers Tim Melville and Jacob Turner, both of whom turned pro for seven-figure bonuses. He's committed to Maple Woods CC, the program that also launched the careers of Albert Pujols and Logan Morrison. A 6-foot-3, 230-pound outfielder, Jones stands out for his raw righthanded power and has solid hitting ability, speed and arm strength. His swing can get long at times, though he does a good job of making adjustments at the plate.
Les Smith
batted .284 with nine homers as a Louisiana-Lafayette freshman last spring before transferring to Meramec CC for 2010. His best assets are his strong 6-foot-3, 195-pound frame, his bat speed from the left side of the plate and his plus arm strength. There's some effort to his game and he's a below-average runner, but he's expected to go high enough in the draft to get him to forgo a commitment to Mississippi for next year.
Ryan Hafner
has a lot of projection remaining in his 6-foot-6, 215-pound frame. He throws an 87-90 mph fastball with little effort, though his breaking ball needs refinement. He could be an early-round pick in 2013 after three years at Missouri State.
Brooks Martin
led Central Missouri State to the NCAA Division II Junior College World Series, where he spun a four-hit shutout against Tampa for the Mules' lone win. He's a 6-foot-1, 190-pound righthander who stands out more for his command than his stuff (upper-80s fastball, solid curveball). Drafted in the 47th round out of high school by the Marlins in 2006, Martin hasn't been drafted since despite being eligible each of the last three years at Parkland (Ill.) CC and Central Missouri State. He should be a nice senior sign in the middle rounds this June.
Though first baseman
Danny Brock
hit 18 homers and set a Saint Louis record with 75 RBIs this spring, scouts think he'll hit more for average than power as a pro because he lacks plus bat speed. The 6-foot-1, 210-pounder is an all-offense player with below-average speed, athleticism and defensive ability, but his bat and bloodlines (his father Greg played in the major leagues) will get him a chances as a senior sign.


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"Mrs. Jane Tabby could not explain why all four of her children had wings." So starts the first of four magical little books about cat siblings Thelma, Roger, James, and Harriet. The four live with their mother in a terrible neighborhood, filled with rubbish, hungry dogs, fierce rats, and too many cars. Their mother plans to have another litter with Mr. Tom Jones, and she informs her children the time has come for them to fly far away and find a better place to live. They head west, away from the city, and make their nest in a hole halfway up a big elm where they can be safe.
The birds are outraged when the cats arrive. "Shocking! Unheard of! Not allowed!" cry the songbirds, worried about their eggs and babies. When the Owl sees James fly by, chasing bats, she thinks, "This will not do," and pursues James, who escapes, but only just, his left wing badly wounded. After that, the Tabbies hunt for food in the daytime and hide from the Owl all night. Then Harriet encounters a girl named Susan Brown, who sets out a plate of dinner for the hungry cat. Can the Tabbies trust a human being?
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Themes : CATS. FANTASY. FLIGHT. WINGS.
If you love this book, then try:
Averill, Esther. Jenny and the Cat Club: A Collection of Favorite Stories about Jenny Linsky. New York Review Children's Collection, 2003, c1973.
Averill, Esther. The School for Cats. New York Review Children's Collection, 2005, c1947.
Byars, Betsy. The Winged Colt of Casa Mia. Viking, 1973.
Gannett, Ruth Stiles. My Father's Dragon. Random House, 1986, c1948.
Geras, Ad��le. The Cats of Cuckoo Square: Two Stories. Delacorte, 2001.
Gormley, Beatrice. Mail-Order Wings. Dutton, 1981.
King-Smith, Dick. Martin's Mice. Crown, 1989.
Le Guin, Ursula. Catwings Return. Orchard, 2006, c1989.
Le Guin, Ursula. Jane on Her Own: A Catwings Tale. Orchard, 2003, c1999.
Le Guin, Ursula. Wonderful Alexander and the Catwings. Orchard, 2006, c1994.
Pinkney, Brian. The Adventures of Sparrowboy. Simon & Schuster, 1997.
Sleigh, Barbara. Carbonel: The King of Cats. New York Review Children's Collection, 2003, c1955.
Ward, Lynd. The Silver Pony. Houghton Mifflin, 1973.


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We lost Drew on 8/7/2012 after a long and terrible illness.
Zephan was five. We did not bury his ashes anyplace for people to visit and now we would like to honor him with an endowment to the Central Park Conservancy fund. Zephan has special memories of Dad cruising around Central Park with him exploring everything the park has to offer.
Drew was a true blue New Yorker. Born and raised in NYC he often spoke about his greatest childhood memories of spending time in Central Park near the Bandshell and the Mall. The original "Parkie" from the 70's.
We would like to create a Living Memory in honor of Drew in Central Park. A Remarkable Gift, as it is called by the Conservancy, is 100% tax deductible donation to select an existing tree, and an In-Park recognition of Drew in an engraved granite paving stone installed at the southern end of Literary Walk/Elm Mall. The paving stone will be engraved with Drews name, the name of the tree, the species selected, and the year endowed. The cost $5000 so we are asking for donations of any amount to help us pay for this special gift.
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This tip is brought to you by the homebrew cookbook.
ChefSpec is a great way to create tests for Chef recipes to catch regressions. Sometimes recipes end up having branching conditional logic that can have very different outcomes based on external factors – attributes, existing system state, or cross-platform support.
The homebrew cookbook only supports OS X, so we don't have cross-platform support to test there. However, its default recipe has four conditionals to test. You can read the entire default_spec.rb for full context, I'm going to focus on just one aspect here:
- Installing homebrew should only happen if the
binary does not exist.
This is a common use case in Chef recipes. The best way to go about converging your node to the desired state involves running some arbitrary command. In this case, it's the installation of Homebrew itself. Normally for installations we want to use an idempotent, convergent resource like package
. However, since homebrew is to be our package management system, we have to do something else. As it turns out the homebrew project provides an installation script and that script will install a binary, /usr/local/bin/brew
. We will assume that if Chef converged on a node after running the script, and the brew
binary exists, then we don't need to attempt reinstallation. There's more robust ways to go about it (e.g., running brew
gives some desired output), but this works for example purposes today.
From the recipe, here's the resource:
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is a script, called homebrew_go
, which is a local variable set to a path in Chef::Config[:file_cache_path]
. It is retrieved in the recipe with remote_file
. The resource used to have execute homebrew_go
, but when ChefSpec runs, it does so in a random temporary directory, which we cannot predict the name.
The astute observer will note that the user
parameter has another conditional (designated by the ||
). That's actually the subject of another post. In this post, I'm concerned only with testing the guard, not_if
The not_if
is a Ruby block, which means the Ruby code is evaluated inline during the Chef run. How we go about testing that is the subject of this post.
First, we need to mock the return result of sending the #exist?
method to the File
class. There are two reasons. First, we want to control the conditional so we can write a test for each outcome. Second, someone running the test (like me) might have already installed homebrew on their local system (which I have), and so /usr/local/bin/brew
will exist. To do this, in our context, we have a before
block that stubs the return to false:
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There's some other mocked values here. I'll talk about the vagrant
user for homebrew_owner
in a moment, though again, that's the subject of another post.
The actual spec will test that the installation script will actually get executed when we run chef, and as the vagrant
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When rspec runs, we see this is the case:
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If I didn't mock the user, it would be jtimberman
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, the execute wouldn't run at all.
To test what happens when /usr/local/bin/brew
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We don't need the vagrant
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This question can be answered in the broadest sense possible, everything from the religious aspect right down to your own personal view of what is heavenly.
Hmm, a fun question. Heaven to me would be a peaceful meadow surrounded by tall trees. I'd sit on a fluffy blanket with some of my favorite food and drinks. It would always be just about sunset and I'd have nothing but time to relax, read, eat, drink, and observe nature.I can think of other heavenly things but that's what came into my head first.
Eternal peace and joy!
Heaven or hell is something created by us. You can work hard, love your family and help others and see heaven right before your eyes. Or you can be selfish, mean and cunning and create a hell out of your life. It is all in your hands.
Mara is the demon of desire and we desire to see what we think reality is. It is but a dream within the dream of self and "I"
A library of every book ever written and the time to read them all.A collection of every musical instrument ever created and the ability to play them all.
That feeling of being in love with every fiber of your being.
A place, or rather a state of mind, without stress or anxiety, and where everyone is contented with themselves.
Planet Earth.
True, our ideas of heaven do tend to resemble the best Earth has to offer. Paradise usually has trees, flowers and birdsong. Much of that heaven though is now being turned into hell, as man destroys that which he finds most beautiful.
Original sin...can't change perfection...alls you can do is screw it up. And here we are.
A more peaceful bountiful earth.Heaven is where you want it to be and how you want it to be.
Chocolate hedgehogs.
I remember hedgehog flavoured crisps in the '80s, and they were disgusting.
Well, these are more like chocolate truffles I can't imagine how hedgehog flavoured crisps would be...
Do people eat Hedgehogs, aren't they some spiky animals?
Several million on my bank account.
Wow, I'm really digging the answers, everything from planet earth right down to chocolate hedgehogs. Some great answers in there, they've already covered love, peace, happiness, art, literature, paradise...now there's a Heaven!
It's whatever it is. Or is not....If it exists, I'm pretty sure we'v got the wrong idea. If it doesn't, then any idea is wrong....
My heaven wish list*Making pot legal *Most everyone liking their job * Ban Wars *Disallowed, poverty, * Much less suffering* No pollution allowed* Limit greed* every country make their Gross national product- happiness * Travel to a new country every year* People motivation more by love than fear* Making the world as your FamilyWhy wait til your dead, do it NOW!!! Make heaven on earth first,
I'm not sure if you meant to reply to my response or not, but either way, I like what you said lol
Some of it may happen in my lifetime, in the spiritual age 20 years from now.
by pisean2823116 years ago
I am bored by religious people's claim that there way is only way and they only have ticket for heaven stuff...are you among those who are sick and tired of such sales pitches?
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I think of heaven as being united to a husband, but that husband being God, who is so much more faithful and true.I imagine many men not wanting to serve in heaven, as even I do feel, but when I feel that way, I...
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I am a Christian and i know the Earth is very old, older the 6000 years. Lets see what the Bible says about this.Genesis Ch 1 1In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.(period)2And the earth was without...
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Since I´m not very familiar with the folklore, and there seem to be quite a few ¨experts¨ here, I thought I´d ask.According to the storyline, Lucifer was the ¨highest of the high¨ or something to that effect. So,...
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If you were given a coupoun that was good for a complete meal (appetizer, main course, dessert, etc) anywhere in the world, where would you go and what would you eat? It doesn't have to be a restaurant. It...
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I made this bag for my mom's birthday. She loves bags that are thick and durable – but she needs a cute girly one! I just know she'll love the fabric and style. I used Amy Butler's "Birdie Sling" pattern and I used upholstery fabrics to ensure sturdiness.
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Brown Flowered Upholstery Fabric & Brown Stripped Upholstery Fabric.
Amy Butler's Very Lovely "Birdy Sling" Pattern
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Aug 28, 2008, 06.46 PMby sweet4u21
I don't think the fabric is too old. I love it, it looks different and I'm sure your mom would love it :-)
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oh good – if you guys think the fabric is fun without being too "old lady", then I have found relief – I would totally use it myself (I'm pretty young… ish). Thanks for your compliments! :O)
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A Structured Settlement is a guaranteed stream of future payments. They are referred to in the tax code as periodic payments. Originally they could only be used in physical injury cases where all the money received for damages would be excluded from the recipient taxable income. However it is now possible for certain non physical injury cases to be structured even though the money for damages is considered as taxable income. With almost every structured settlement there is an underlying asset that funds the payment obligation. This asset is usually an annuity. This is why companies that offer cash for annuities aggressively market to people with structures.
A person with a structure can be tempted by these cash for annuities advertisements if they would feel better off with a cash lump sum rather than the guaranteed payments they are due to receive in the future. Often times this is a mistake, because people who accept a sell structured settlement offer are sometimes giving up their only reliable source of income. However, sometimes it is not a bad decision because the settlement one has might consist of irregular payments that were not designed to meet the persons needs.
If you have a structured annuity and want to engage in a Cash for Annuities transaction with a company that offers cash for annuities then you should be aware that the transaction has to be approved by a court. There is a section in the tax code that enforces this by imposing a huge tax on the transaction if it is not approved by a court. Some companies might try to represent how quickly they can get someone a lump sum of money but it is all contingent on when a court date can be scheduled and if the court approves it.
When someone is the victim of a personal injury at the alleged fault of another person then a lawsuit can be filed to resolve any dispute over who is liable for the financial damages of the victim. Financial damages include but are not limited to medical bills and loss from time at work. Pain and suffering are also considered damages but are usually preceded by financial damages before they are given any consideration for monetary value.
The companies that advertise these sell Structured Settlement deals will often discount the payments at a high rate. This is why it is very important for the personal injury victim to shop. They should not only discuss who much money can be offered but also how quickly the deal can be completed. Some companies will combine deals together which could cause someone to wait necessarily while other deals are being prepared. Since time is money for the payee what originally sounded like a better deal from one company might turn out to be not so good if the payee is required to wait longer than what was expected. Thus a payee should only sell their payments as a last resort to take care of an unexpected emergency and should carefully negotiate all the terms and conditions with respect to the cash lump sum being offered and the time that should be expected to complete the deal.
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The regular season is over for the NBA and that means the votes for MVP are already in. The race for MVP this year has definately been a close one. With names like Kobe Bryant, Chris Paul, Kevin Garnett, and LeBron James all floating around, it is hard to tell who will pull it out. In my opinion, it looks like the race will come down to the Western Conference superstars Chris Paul and Kobe Bryant.
Kobe Bryant has been a key player in the NBA for many years and is yet to claim his MVP award. I hope that this year he will continue his streak. The reason that I don't want Kobe to win is because, even though he is a valuable player, he is somewhat of a cry-baby. A couple of years ago, Kobe ran Shaq out of Los Angeles because he wanted to be the superstar. Then earlier this year, he had basically given up on the Lakers and was at the point of demanding a trade because there was no one else good on the team. That is until Pau Gasol made his way over to Los Angeles and Kobe decided that he could give the Lakers another shot.Â
This is not the attitude that an MVP should have.  A MVP doesn't give up and look for a way out so that they can have it better. The MVP plays hard no matter what and makes a difference on any team. That is why my vote goes for Chris Paul.
The Hornet's by far do not have the best team in the league. However, the young point guard Chris Paul is able to drive the team even though he has only a few years of NBA experience. He is a master of the point guard position. He is quick, smart, and improves the overall quality of his teammates. He is an amazing offensive player. He pulls double coverage to him and is still able to get anywhere on the court that he wants. He averages 21.1 points per game and 11.6 assists.  He is also a great defender. He is quick so he can get in and make some steals. He also has amazing style as he covers the post. He plays like a MVP and has the attitude of the MVP.
That is the difference between Kobe Bryant and Chris Paul. Kobe doesn't like it when he doesn't get his way, even though he not sure what his way is. Whereas, Chris Paul make it his way. Chris Paul all the way for MVP.
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The Striders are a global organization of infiltration specialists who work to combat villainy and keep the world safe. From their orbital space station, the Blue Dragon, they are able to quickly reach anywhere in the world.Hiryu is one of the top striders. He is given the task by Vice-Director Matic, of finding another captured strider, Kain. But rather than mount a rescue, Hiryu is told his assignment is to kill Kain. Hiryu questions these orders and travels to Kain's last known location to try to find him...
Strider is a platform game where Hiryu must fight his way past enemies and uncover keys, characters and data disks (which can be analysed aboard the Blue Dragon) to find out what's going on. His primary weapon is his jumping ability and sword, the Cypher, which he uses to strike with great speed. At some point in the game, the Cypher may be modified to shoot plasma arrows. Hiryu also has a various set of "skills" which he learns as he gains levels. Examples of skills are a healing ability (Medical), a jumping ability (Jump), some additional attacks (Spark, Fire, Sp-Ball) and the ability to leave an area (Warp).
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School Breakfast Programs – New Jersey
More than half of low-income children get breakfast in school in NJ, By Diane D'Amico, February 14, 2017, Press of Atlantic City: "Almost 268,000 low-income children in New Jersey got free or reduced-price breakfast in the last school year, a 6 percent increase from the year before, according to a national report. But breakfast is still not readily available to every child eligible to receive it. The annual School Breakfast Scorecard, released Tuesday by the Food Research and Action Center, shows New Jersey improved its national ranking from 23rd in 2014-15 to 19th in 2015-16…"
Baby Box Program – New Jersey
Baby in a box? Free cardboard bassinets encourage safe sleeping, By Lisa W. Foderaro, February 12, 2017, New York Times: "Jernica Quiñones, a mother of five, was the first parent in New Jersey to get her free baby box — a portable, low-tech bassinet made of laminated cardboard. But first, she had to take an online course about safe sleeping practices, which experts say can sharply reduce the chances of sudden infant death syndrome. 'Basically, you want to have the baby on the mattress, and that's it,' she said after watching a 20-minute series of videos. The message may not be new. But health officials say it is critical to keeping babies safe. To reduce infant mortality, parents must put babies to sleep on their backs on a firm mattress in either a bassinet or a crib — with no pillow, blanket, stuffed animal or bumpers. Now, New Jersey has become the first state to adopt a broad program to reduce infant deaths by aiming to distribute as many as 105,000 of the so-called baby boxes — the expected number of births in the state this year…"
SNAP Enrollment – New Jersey
Food stamp use down in N.J., but not as much as the rest of the U.S., By Susan K. Livio, September 16, 2016, NJ.com: "Reliance on food stamps dropped by 3 percent in New Jersey since last summer – six months after tougher rules took effect that required adults without children to work to receive their benefits, according to state data. There were 430,000 households on food stamps or what has been renamed Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, a 3 percent decline from last summer, state Human Services data said. Salem, Somerset and Hunterdon counties saw the biggest caseload declines…"
Newark Kids Count Report
Newark kids are healthier but still living in poverty, new study finds, By Alex Napoliello, August 3, 2016, Star-Ledger: "While most families in the state's largest city continue to live in poverty, progress is being made when it comes to the well-being of the city's children, according to a new report released Monday. That's the takeaway from the 2016 Newark Kids Count report. The annual report tracks trends in the well-being of children in Newark, from child poverty and education to juvenile arrests and childcare in the city…"
Child Welfare Systems – New Jersey, Nebraska
- N.J. making progress revamping child welfare system once among worst in U.S., By Susan K. Livio, June 8, 2016, NJ.com: "The federal monitor of New Jersey's child welfare system Wednesday praised the Christie administration for one again making "significant progress" working with troubled families last year, but also highlighted lingering problems caseworkers had ensuring a child is safe to return home from foster care. Like nearly all of her reports she has issued in the last decade, Judith Meltzer issued a mixed report card on the state's overhaul of child protection services, but stressed how far the system had come from being once regarded as one of the nation's worst…"
- Report shows recent, 'significant' increase of children in foster care, By Martha Stoddard, June 9, 2016, Omaha World-Herald: "A new state report shows that the number of Nebraska children in foster care has been growing in recent months, reversing a three-year downward trend. The Foster Care Review Office's quarterly report offered no explanation for the change. But it said the increase for children in the child welfare system has been 'significant…'"
TANF Benefits – New Jersey
Should N.J. raise welfare grants to reduce child poverty?, By Susan K. Livio, February 12, 2016, Star-Ledger: "After decades of pleading with state leaders to raise the value of welfare benefits in New Jersey, anti-poverty groups joined with top lawmakers at the Statehouse Thursday who vowed to phase-in a 30-percent increase over the next three years…"
Poverty Rate – New Jersey
- Record number of N.J. residents living in poverty, study finds, By MaryAnn Spoto, November 15, 2015, Star-Ledger: "More New Jersey residents are in poverty now than in the past five decades and the outlook for the future is bleak, according to a report released Sunday, which aims to redefine the definition of poor in the state. The findings in the study done for Legal Services of New Jersey, an organization based in Edison that gives free legal help to low-income residents in civil cases, paint a grim picture for those in the middle and lower classes. The reports also notes more families have remained in poverty since the 2008 Great Recession…"
- Report: One-third of N.J. residents in 'true poverty', By Shannon Mullen, November 16, 2015, Daily Record: "If you're living paycheck to paycheck or falling behind on bills, you've got plenty of company. Nearly one-third of New Jersey households can't make ends meet, the highest percentage since the 1960s, according to a new report issued by Legal Services of New Jersey. The state's official poverty rate stood at just over 11 percent in 2014. But Legal Services, an Edison-based non-profit organization that provides legal aid to thousands of low-income state residents each year, says federal poverty income guidelines aren't telling the full story…"
Kids Count Report – New Jersey
- Minority children in N.J. likeliest to be poor, unhealthy, struggle in school, report says, By Susan K. Livio, April 20, 2015, Star-Ledger: "Black and Latino children in New Jersey are far more likely to live in poverty, struggle in school, and get caught up in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems than white and Asian children, according to the latest annual Kids Count report. The report, released by Advocates for Children of New Jersey for the first time focused on the impact race has on family health and stability. With nearly half the population of children in the state being black, Latino, Asian or a mix of races, the group hopes this focus will urge lawmakers and policy makers to pay attention to the needs of minority families, said Cecilia Zalkind, the executive director…"
- N.J.'s poorest children in Atlantic, Cumberland counties, report says, By Diane D'Amico, April 20, 2015, Press of Atlantic City: "Cumberland and Atlantic counties remain at the bottom of the state for child well-being according to the 2015 New Jersey Kids Count report released Monday, ranking 21st and 20th among the state's 21 counties. Atlantic County had a 60 percent increase in the number of children living in poverty between 2009 and 2013, among the largest increases in the state…"
States and Medicaid Coverage
- Under Obamacare, Medicaid now covers one-fifth of N.J. residents, By Kathleen O'Brien, April 14, 2015, Star-Ledger: "Medicaid, the public health insurance program expanded under the Affordable Care Act, now covers nearly one out of every five New Jersey residents, according to the latest enrollment figures. More than 420,000 people signed up for insurance since New Jersey allowed more people to into the program, according to Valerie Harr, director of the division of medical assistance and health services for the N.J. Department of Human Services…"
- Some states pay doctors more to treat Medicaid patients, By Michael Ollove, April 17, 2015, Stateline: "Fifteen states are betting they can convince more doctors to accept the growing number of patients covered by Medicaid with a simple incentive: more money. The Affordable Care Act gave states federal dollars to raise Medicaid reimbursement rates for primary care services—but only temporarily. The federal spigot ran dry on Jan. 1. Fearing that lowering the rates would exacerbate the shortage of primary care doctors willing to accept patients on Medicaid, the 15 states are dipping into their own coffers to continue to pay the doctors more. It seems to be working…"
Long-Term Unemployment – New Jersey
Forever unemployed: Why N.J.'s long-term jobless rate remains among highest in U.S., By Erin O'Neill, April 5, 2015, Star-Ledger: "Alain Chahine lost his job two years ago. Since then, he said, he has completed more than 600 applications and sent 200 messages to his network looking for leads. Those efforts produced 18 interviews in 2013, 35 more in 2014 and 12 so far this year, Chahine said. But the number of full-time job offers to date? Zero. 'There's nothing funny about the job search process,' said the 57-year-old northern New Jersey resident. 'You're at the mercy of the process itself and that's the frustrating part.' Federal jobs reports point to a rebounding labor market, though the unemployment rate remained at 5.5 percent in March. But the percentage of jobless residents out of work 27 weeks or more remains historically high…"
Medicaid Patients and Access to Care
N.J. doctors least willing to accept Medicaid patients under Obamacare, By Susan K. Livio, March 31, 2015, Star-Ledger: "The Affordable Care Act has provided a path for 420,500 low-income New Jersey residents to gain insurance through the Medicaid program, but a new study says the state ranks last in the nation in doctors willing to treat them. Just 38.7 percent of New Jersey physicians said they accepted new Medicaid patients in 2013 — far below the national average of nearly 69 percent, according to the most recent data available from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. New Jersey is the only state where fewer than half of the doctors accepted new Medicaid patients. California, at 54.2 percent is second-lowest in the nation…"
Long-Term Unemployment – New Jersey
N.J.'s long-term unemployed rate worse than 48 states, By Erin O'Neill, October 15, 2014, Star-Ledger: "Nearly half of jobless residents in New Jersey have been out of work for more than six months, according to a new report, a level that ranks the state among the worst in the country. The brief released today by New Jersey Policy Perspective notes the 'long-term unemployment crisis is a national problem' but found every other state except Florida fared better than New Jersey. Also, while the share of long-term unemployed in New Jersey has fallen from its peak in 2010, the brief found that drop has not been as sharp as it has nationally…"
State Minimum Wage Increases
- NJ's minimum wage rising in January by 13 cents, By Michael Symons, September 30, 2014, Vineland Daily Journal: "New Jersey's minimum wage will increase by 13 cents an hour, starting in January. The 1.59 percent increase, from $8.25 an hour to $8.38, is required under a constitutional amendment approved by 61 percent of voters last November that raised the mimimum wage by $1 and provided for automatic yearly increases to keep pace with inflation. It amounts to less than $20 a month for a minimum-wage worker putting in 35 hours a week, or almost $240 over the course of the year…"
- Minimum wage to rise to $8.10 for Ohio workers in 2015, up 15 cents, By Robert Higgs, September 30, 2014, Cleveland Plain Dealer: "Ohio's minimum wage will increase to $8.10 an hour for non-tipped employees beginning Jan. 1, an increase of 15 cents triggered by inflation. The current rate of $7.95 has been in effect since the beginning of this year…"
- Washington's minimum wage going up again to $9.47, tops in the U.S., By Brad Shannon, September 30, 3014, Tacoma News Tribune: "Washington's minimum wage will go up by 15 cents to $9.47 an hour, affecting more than 67,000 workers, the state Department of Labor and Industries announced Tuesday. That keeps the state rate highest in the country on a statewide basis, although some jurisdictions such as Seattle and SeaTac have adopted laws to set higher rates. Oregon's rate, which is the second highest, goes up 15 cents to $9.25 next year, Labor & Industries said in a news release…"
Rental Assistance and Lack of Affordable Housing
Chronic poverty leads many to South Jersey motel rooms, By Kim Mulford, May 16, 2014, Courier-Post: "Charlene Ahing, her fiance and their baby boy have been living in a room at the Red Carpet Inn in Pemberton since October. The 36-year-old couple both have health problems, no jobs, no car and no permanent place to call home. They receive assistance from Burlington County to stay at the Browns Mills motel. Though there are few cars in the parking lot, the motel is filled with families like Ahing's. Her room includes a small refrigerator and a microwave, making it expensive to eat. They would rather live in an apartment, but can't find a better place that will accept Temporary Rental Assistance. 'It's been horrible,' notes Ahing, holding a fuzzy blue blanket around her pink-cheeked baby. 'Every month, you hope that welfare's going to pay your rent. I don't know what I would do if they stopped paying for this.' There is no easy way out, advocates say. . ."
Homeless Encampments
America's homeless: The rise of Tent City, USA, By Blake Ellis, May 16, 2014, CNN Money: "Homeless encampments known as "tent cities" are popping up across the country. Formed as an alternative to shelters and street-living, these makeshift communities are often set up off of highways, under bridges and in the woods. Some have "mayors" who determine the rules of the camp and who can and can't join, others are a free-for-all. Some are overflowing with trash, old food, human waste and drug paraphernalia, others are relatively clean and drug-free. . ."
Kids Count Report – New Jersey
- Hunterdon tops NJ ranking of best counties for kids, Cumberland ranks last, By Peggy McGlone, April 24, 2014, Star-Ledger: "Hunterdon County is the best place in the state for children, according to new rankings and county profiles released today by the Advocates for the Children of New Jersey. Cumberland County ranked last in the annual 'Kids Count' report, which measures the state's 21 counties in 13 categories, including poverty, health, safety and education…"
- South Jersey counties lag state in children's health, welfare issues, By Diane D'Amico, April 24, 2014, Press of Atlantic City: "Atlantic and Cumberland counties rank the lowest for child welfare according to the New Jersey Kids Count report released today. Cape May and Ocean counties both improved their rankings. Cumberland County ranks 21st out of the state's 21 counties, down from 20th last year. Atlantic County moved down from 19th to 20th. Cape May County improved from 18th to 15th, and Ocean County improved from 13th to 10th. The annual report is released by Advocates for Children of New Jersey, or ACNJ, to highlight issues affecting children in the state. It includes data on family income, housing access, birth rates and state test results…"
Kids Count Report – New Jersey
Newark's kids' conditions improving, but they still lag behind rest of NJ: report, By Seth Augenstein, February 6, 2014, Star-Ledger: "The good news: Newark kids are catching up to their peers across New Jersey in terms of poverty, health and education issues, according to statistics released today. The bad news: Newark kids still lag behind other New Jersey kids, according to those very same statistics. The annual 'Kids Count' report issued by the Advocates for Children of New Jersey today shows that the number of children living in poverty has decreased over the last decade, numbers of foster care placements and juvenile arrests have dramatically fallen, and college enrollment rates are up. But it also shows that Newark kids have vast room for improvement, compared to state averages, the authors said…"
Early Childhood Education
Lessons for de Blasio in New Jersey's fee pre-K, By Javier C. Hernández, January 26, 2014, New York Times: "Teddy Lin's teachers were worried. For the first few weeks of preschool, Teddy, a 3-year-old Chinese immigrant, cried nearly every day. While his classmates recited stories in English about dogs and elephants, he talked in Mandarin. Some days, he sat quietly and refused to play. His teachers responded with a radical plan. They began learning Mandarin, tutored his parents in reading, and paired Teddy with older classmates to teach him about topics like woodland animals. Within a few months, Teddy was performing on a par with his peers. Officials across the country, including Mayor Bill de Blasio of New York, are looking to efforts like those in New Jersey as they seek to broaden access to free, full-day prekindergarten…"
Legal Assistance – New Jersey
As poverty rises, legal assistance dwindles for N.J.'s poor, By Salvador Rizzo, December 8, 2013, Star-Ledger: "They often live in the shadows: the battered women in need of restraining orders to keep their abusers at bay, the low-income families evicted from their apartments or turned away from emergency housing, the immigrant children seeking asylum as they flee the drug violence in their home countries. And they can't afford to get their day in court. Every year, hundreds of thousands of New Jersey's poorest residents run into legal problems that threaten to derail their lives, but only one in six will get a lawyer to fight for them, according to Legal Services of New Jersey, a network of nonprofit organizations that provides free legal assistance for the poor in civil cases such as fighting evictions or securing restraining orders…"


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May 30, 2011
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A cowboy lays out during Friday's bareback bronc riding competition.
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