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Raising support for overseas ministry is a bear! Depending on support while living overseas is a whole other beast! My wife and I are beginning our fifth year in overseas ministry. While raising support, we were given a lot of good advice from books and seasoned missionaries. But now that we have moved overseas and become dependent on that support, the challenge of financial unpredictability hasn't gone away. Even from the shores of Sweden, we read stories of economic hardship…and we, like many others, feel vulnerable. But maybe that's the point. Read the rest of this entry »


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Sanders named A-Sun Player of the Week again
For the second consecutive week, Stetson University women's basketball senior guard Shanasa Sanders (Jacksonville, Fla./Cincinnati/Ribault HS) has been named the Atlantic Sun Conference Player of the Week.
Sanders averaged 20.0 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game last week as the Hatters posted home wins over ETSU and USC Upstate. Sanders shot 50 percent from the field (13-26) and was a perfect 11-for-11 from the free throw line. Defensively she had three blocks and three steals on the week without committing a foul.
Against ETSU Sanders scored nine of the Hatters points during a game-breaking 21-0 run. She also scored 17 first-half points against USC Upstate to lift Stetson a 25-point halftime lead. Sanders also helped the Hatters extend their home court winning streak to 16, the fourth-longest active streak in Division I.
A Business major, Sanders ranks fourth in the conference in scoring (13.5), ninth in rebounding (6.6), and eighth in assists (2.7). She is averaging 19.4 points per game over her last five games.
The award is the second career A-Sun Player of the Week honor for Sanders and her sixth weekly honor from the league (she was Newcomer of the Week four times last season). The Hatters have had four A-Sun Player of the Week selections this season.
Stetson (18-6, 11-2 A-Sun) will visit Northern Kentucky at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday.

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There are quite a few red wines coming out of the Douro, primarily made from younger vines, that I believe could be chilled so here is a nice effort.
WTN: `06 Tuga Vinho Tinto Douro, Vinhos Douro Superior.
The front label proudly states " Tuga, the Passion of Portugal". Thats it!!
13% alc, $17 Cdn, very small natural cork, served slightly chilled. A blend of T. Roriz, T. Franco, T. Barroca, Touriga Nacional.
This is the same outfit that produces the excellent Castello d`Alba wines.
Color. Deepish ruby-red, quite an intense centre.
Nose. Lotsa red fruits, floral, some spice. Nice and appealing.
Palate. Initial entry thoughts are blueberry, pepper, soft, jammy. Low tannins, medium-bodied, subtle. Splendid quaffer served chilled, as it opens raspberry, redcurrant. Tinge of ripeness here, perfect for the patio and lamb kebabs. I allowed the wine to warm to room temp and found it quite dusty on the finish. Buy if you can find!


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The sixth generation of the BMW 5 Series Sedan (F10) was produced from 2011 - 2016 with LCI updates arriving in 2014. In the US BMW offered a hatchback 5 Series Gran Truismo (F07) and the rest of the world also go a Station Wagon/Touring version F11.
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it's all about the engine. the 550 is just BOOM. it sucks gas, but then again if you're looking to conserve gas this isn't the car for you.
if you want power to move, pass and flat out haul a$$, the 550's your car. i've found it handy on the interstates. it's nice having that extra power--and the car with a sports package can handle it. i would want 19" wheels + dynamic damper.
i have xdrive for my really crappy weather. i have a set of -1 rft Dunlops (OE BMW PN) 18" wheels which makes the car go through anything.
i could live with a 535 again, but the 550 is about as close to a perfect all-around car. you can stiffen it up and it handles great, or you can soften it up enough to transport someone back from a hospital that's just had major surgery in great comfort.
Auf Wiedersehen 12 550xi
As many posters have already indicated, the choice of 550 vs 535 depends on your priorities. For me, the choice wasn't about $$$ as the extra cost of the V8 vs the inline 6 wasn't the driver of my decision. I balanced the extra power that I would only have rare ocassion to use against the far superior gas mileage which would be an everyday benefit. The 535i is not a slow car by any stretch of the imagination. And the power is effortless. There is no sense the engine is going to hemmorage as one previous poster implied. So, in my opinion, the 535i hits the sweet spot. Drive both, think about it, and then decide. Whatever you decide, you will have no regrets. The f10, 550 or 535 is a great car.
2012 535i, black sapphire metallic, oyster/black dakota, premium, premium sound, technology, sport, sport auto, heated front seats.
I currently have a 535xi with a tune and I am starting to regret my decision to not get the 550 in the first place. Again the 535 isn't a slow car by any means. Its quick around town but where i find it lacking is on the highway once you've already reached a steady cruising speed. When i punch it in my 535 the car moves but doesn't have that "I am about to blast off rocket" feel that i use to get in my tuned 335 pushing over 400hp/tq. Its much more tame in the 535 where as my 335 made you feel like you were about to take off sucking you into your seat.
Never test drove the 550 but i'm sure it will feel pretty similar to my tuned 335 if not faster.
Again, no one has had any complaints about the 2013.
OP - make sure you take notice of the steering feel when you compare the i to the xi. The xi has the traditional steering which is supposedly more true to form to the E60.
As for the floaty feel described above - I can not agree. Mine has been great (although its not an E60) Make sure you understand the differences - for example the M-Sport i comes with passive sport suspension, where the MSport xi does not.
Happy test driving and let us know what you decide.
2015 M3 - Mineral White, Sonoma, Exec, LED, Adaptive Suspension, HK, 19" Light Alloy, 6MT ED 7/7/15 - Adrian
2013 535i - Space Grey, Biege, M-SPort, Premium, Tech, Cold Weather, Luxury Seating, PDC, 6MT ED-10/11/2012 - PCD - Greg Poland
Appreciate the advice/information. My "test drive matrix" I think will be limited by very low dealer inventory for 550 and difficulty getting straight answer from sales guy on what options are really on cars.
Low inventory brings up question about how long I will need to wait for something very close to what I want---are there regional inventories dealers can draw from and/or dealer swaps or will I need to wait for a car to get built in Germany? Hopefully I will get better feel after driving but now leaning towards 550 xi with just cold weather package. If standard suspension wheel/tire combo is too floaty, my understanding is M Sport for 550 xi does not change suspension (just wheel/tire and appearance) so my only option for more sporty handling would be Dynamic Handling Package?
Remember you can always order your car and take delivery 6-8 weeks later.
2015 M3 - Mineral White, Sonoma, Exec, LED, Adaptive Suspension, HK, 19" Light Alloy, 6MT ED 7/7/15 - Adrian
2013 535i - Space Grey, Biege, M-SPort, Premium, Tech, Cold Weather, Luxury Seating, PDC, 6MT ED-10/11/2012 - PCD - Greg Poland
Depending on the configured options you want, the price difference between a 535 and a 550 is not as much as what you would expect considering you are now getting a V8. Navigation, rear camera, park distance control and multi contour seats are all standard on the 550 as opposed to the 535. If these are all options you want on a 535, it may not be that great of a price difference to look at a 550.
2013 BMW X5 35i
Alpine White | Cinnamon Brown | M Sport
2013 BMW 550i
Titanium Silver | Black | M Sport
Spend more time with the models!
OP, depending on how important the car is to you, you might very well benefit from an extended test drive of the cars in question. I wouldn't rely much on the sales rep for questions beyond the basics. Unless you meet one who is a died in the wool enthusiast, they'll basically tell you something (or avoid the right answer) just to get the car sold. Find out all you need technically from enthusiast or forums like this. After you found the car you want, then spend the sweat with the sales rep when it comes to ordering/trading/selling you a car.
If you're area has limited inventory, it might well pay you to do a day trip some weekend to a city that has a lot of cars to see/drive/compare. Where I live (LA) there are over a dozen BMW dealers with 100's of F10's and even a few M5's on the lot (not too many 550xi's). I'm not suggesting you have to come to LA but I would think a city within a couple hours drive away, or even a cheap commuter flight to some big city, would serve good purpose if you really want to compare models. You might even check BMWNA website for model search and it'll point the way to where certain cars are and the related equipment.
And yes....the 550i will cost more. Everything being equal option wise, there will be about a $5000 difference.
And the gas milage will be better with the 535i but simple math might bear on this a little light on this subject. Assume a 535i ad 550i both drive 10K/year. Assume the 535i averaged 25 mpg and the 550i 20 mpg. Then the 535i uses 400 gallons/year and the 550i uses 500 gal/yr. At $4.00 gal, that's $1600 vs $2000 annual fuel cost. This is a rough guide, not scientific or proven, but a reasonable comparison....your actual milage will vary.
Other posters don't kill me on this gas thing (I do about 80% interstate and see 27MPG regularly) but I'm sure if it were reversed for city driving, I'd be in the teen (lol).
So, a 535i or 550i? There's no wrong choice...only choices depending on you!
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+1 with the above lol its not like your going from a 25mpg 535i to an Aventador that gets 13mpgs.. 5mpgs doesn't really matter.
Your damn right it is!
2015 M3 - Mineral White, Sonoma, Exec, LED, Adaptive Suspension, HK, 19" Light Alloy, 6MT ED 7/7/15 - Adrian
2013 535i - Space Grey, Biege, M-SPort, Premium, Tech, Cold Weather, Luxury Seating, PDC, 6MT ED-10/11/2012 - PCD - Greg Poland
2015 M3 - Mineral White, Sonoma, Exec, LED, Adaptive Suspension, HK, 19" Light Alloy, 6MT ED 7/7/15 - Adrian
2013 535i - Space Grey, Biege, M-SPort, Premium, Tech, Cold Weather, Luxury Seating, PDC, 6MT ED-10/11/2012 - PCD - Greg Poland
Today test drove 2013 535 ix with base suspension but 18 way comfort seats ( a requirement I have) and a very loaded 550 ix with Dynamic Handling Package among many other options. Both cars had two buttons on console marked Sport and Comfort and I tried both settings in both cars, but didn't see a huge difference. The main point of this post is I have to say I like my 2006 550i with sport package better than either of the 2013's.
When I drove my CPO in 2009 it gave me that "wow" factor and I still get that feeling when I drive the car. When I stepped out of my 2006 550 i and then drove the 2013's I felt the cars were smoother and maybe quieter but neither one felt as responsive or as connected to the road as my 550 i. The sales person actually agreed with me, but blamed it on the 8 speed transmissions vs my 6 speed auto-- the 8 speed giving a smoother but not as "snappy" a feel to acceleration. It could even have to do with the fact that both the 2013's were AWD vs my RWD.
With more time spent in the 2013's I don't doubt that I would see and feel the differences between the 535 and 550 (just based on horsepower and torque published data) and I would agree that both cars are more "refined" and "smoother" than my old 550, but maybe not as fun? Driving home in my old car I actually began thinking I would just keep it and drive it into the ground (money I save on depreciation will more than pay for repairs I think) and just don't take it on long trips where a breakdown would be a problem. And I won't have issues with run flats (my old car has conventional tires on it and the doughnut spare in the trunk).
Apologies for not giving a comparison between the 2013's I drove, but in the time I had to do some freeway driving and some twisty rough back road driving neither car was as fun as my old 550i. And not fair to compare the two 2013's in the limited drive I did.
OP: Your sentiments after your test drive mirror those of many of us long-time BMW owners: The F10 is not as much of a driver's car as the E60.
And you missed one very important variable. You originally said you were considering RWD, as a modern RWD vehicle with dedicated winter tires will handle as well (and safely) as an AWD with A/S tires in almost all situations. I completely agree, plus the staggered wheels on the RWD's look great. We almost got a RWD, but... The absolute deal killer for us is the RWD 535 / 550 has electric power steering, while the xDrives have hydraulic steering. The vague numbness of the EPS was enough to push us into the xDrive camp.
I am guessing that 90% of all F10's sold in MN have xDrive, so it will be very difficult for you to test drive one to compare. But it is a critical data point - find a CPO RWD F10 somewhere and make sure you drive it before placing an order.
PS Your salesman is clueless. The 8 speed transmission is fantastic, and not at all responsible for the F10's feel. The steering feel and floaty suspension are to blame, not the tranny.
Current BMW's:
2017 540i MSport
2016 428 GC MSport
2015 X1 28i xDrive
2015 X1 35i xDrive
Prior BMW's
2014 535i MSport
2014 328i SportWagon
2011 535ix MSport
2008 ///M3 Vert
2006 550iA SP
2003 540iA M-Technic
Cpo e60?
After all done and said, I can agree with you that the last generation 5 (E60) has its plus points that only an owner can love.
Regarding you current ride...Rather than "drive it into the ground", which would entail incurring maintenance cost and losing resale value, perhaps you might consider finding a the last e60, like a 2010 M Sport, CPO. You'd get an updated Nav system, but best of all a generous CPO BMW warranty.
Now I have driven AWD with dedicated snow tires (the Subaru WRX I once had and others) and they are great in snow.
Had a 535 and loved it. Great balance of performance and fuel economy. Made the mistake of test driving a 13 550 ix and the rest is history. Took delivery on Christmas eve.......
2014 335ix
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My take is this:
The 535i feels pretty damn beastly to me, so I purposefully don't want to drive a 550i as the Herculean effect of my car will wane.
I actually didn't consider a 550i, and I found some pretty good deals on CPO ones. Reason being further than just budget. I've been fawning over the N55 ever since it made its initiation as the N54. IMO there's something about the BMW I6 experience that you just can't match elsewhere. The sound, the unique feel, I just wanted my BMW with the infamous buttery smooth and BMW-blooded I6. Now, that said, this I6 isn't like the wind-it-up I6's of yore, so to purists it might feel too altered anyway, but to me, it brings a torquey V8 feel that now gave me the best of two worlds: Characteristically BMW I6 with a V8 feel around town.
On top of that, of course the F10 is a heavy beast on its own that isn't exactly a "drivers car" in that purist sense, but numerous Reviews state how the 550i feels less balanced than the 535i, more noticeably front heavy (if I'm not mistaken, it doesn't uphold the "BMW Perfect 50/50 weight distribution"?), less nimble, not as dialed in on the handling side, etc.
To top it off, as one of the Rags said in a review, the N55 is like the perfect child, it does everything right. Smooth, small but feels big, sounds great and unique, gets GREAT MPG WHILE having an exceptionally low and flat torque band, and can clock a 1/4 mile in just under or around 14 seconds at around or over 100 MPH. All things considered, the way it puts that power to the ground (low end heavy and geared so well so IMO it feels faster than it is around town), this heavy car its in, the MPG, the balanced weight distribution, it's quite impressive.
Now, all that said, as much a rush as I get from the effortless power, instantaneous torque, very eager throttle-and-go in Sport mode with my SAT in this 535i, I know if I drove a 550i it'd just blow my socks off, and I'm sure I'd be clamoring for more.
Another note: The 535i puts about 280 HP to the wheels before being well broken in, which would put it realistically at about 335-340 HP at the crank with about 343-345 TQ (283-285 RWTQ). The 550i seems to clock a 1/4 mile at about .8-1 second and 8-10 MPH faster than the 535i, and considering it weighs considerably more, it would be safe to assume it is equally underrated.
'15 Porsche Macan S SportDesign | White/Black (Alcantara/Leather), PDK, 20" RS Spyder's w/ Colored Crests & Summer Tires, Air Suspension w/ PASM, High-Gloss Black Trim, Premium Package, Comfort Lighting, HD Radio, Tints.
'15 Mazda 3 i Sport.
Recents: '13 BMW 535i M Sport: Black/Black, Prem/Tech/Sport Auto/etc. M-B's: '11/10/06 E350 "Sport", '02 S500 w/ Every Option.
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Yeah... I just put 5 people in my 535 and the power was gone
Seriously, it felt like a 528 or even worse, 520 or smthg?
When I drive by myself, it feels powerful enough, though. But I also have not driven the 550...
I test drove both multiple times before going with the 550. The $4500 difference was a comfortable one for me to go with the 550. When cruising, you can't really tell the difference in terms of power between the N55 and N63 engines. It's really in the acceleration that you feel the punch with the N63 engine. I have to say the N55 does have that sportier feel especially while cruising while the N63 seems too smooth. That's just my observation.
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Alpine White | Cinnamon Brown | M Sport
2013 BMW 550i
Titanium Silver | Black | M Sport
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2013 BMW X5 35i
Alpine White | Cinnamon Brown | M Sport
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The all-new 2016 Tacoma delivers unwavering capability and the good looks to match. Chiseled character lines and muscular fenders help show off Tacoma's strength, and an available hood scoop and aggressive grille hint at the power that lies under the hood. It's attitude amplified, and it shows everyone that this off-road icon is ready to rock.
Let's light it up. Available LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) add extra safety and style to Tacoma's legendary toughness, helping you see and be seen, day or night. Standard projector-beam headlights shine brightly, helping you get a better nighttime view of the road ahead.
It's time to boost your off-road cred. The tailgate features an embossed Tacoma logo, letting everyone know that this truck was built to lead the pack.
Tacoma's taillights were inspired by the hardworking C-clamp, and on TRD Off-Road and TRD Sport, they feature smoked-black housings for a bold touch. On Tacoma Limited, the taillights use clear lenses to add just the right amount of sophistication.
Tacoma is built to handle the demands of a hard-charging weekend. Its interior features soft-touch materials to boost your comfort. And Tacoma Limited adds new leather-trimmed seating surfaces for the ultimate in tough sophistication.
An available 4.2-in. color Multi-Information Display (MID) helps you keep an eye on the information you want. Customize it to show your mpg, current song selection, individual tire pressure, available Multi-terrain Select setting and more.
Wild on the outside. Calm on the inside. Improvements to reduce outside noise have been put in all the right places, helping make Tacoma's cabin quieter than ever. The cab-to-bed seal has been improved, and a new front chin spoiler and better aerodynamic performance help smooth out the airflow, so you'll hear less wind noise too.
Summer heat. Winter chill. Bring it on. Tacoma offers available front dual zone automatic climate control. Now you and your passenger can stay comfortable no matter what Mother Nature throws at you.
Let's bring the outdoors in. Tacoma's available power moonroof opens up to give you everything from a cool breeze to an epic view of the stars.
Keys at the bottom of your gear bag? No problem. When you approach Tacoma with the available Smart Key fob in your pocket (or bag), you can unlock the doors by touching the driver-side door handle and start it up with just the push of a button on the dash.
Get ready to capture all the action. Tacoma comes standard with an integrated GoPro® mount on the windshield so you and your crew can relive all your favorite off-road adventures. GoPro® camera not included.
Considering all the gear you're loading into your Tacoma, the last thing you need to worry about is finding a cable to charge your smartphone. Good thing Tacoma is available with Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging. Just place your Qi-compatible device on top of the nonslip surface to help keep it charged up and ready to go.
The available Entune™ Audio system lets you access your phone, apps, traffic and weather through its 7-in. touch-screen. Wirelessly stream your favorite playlist and crank it up through the available JBL® amplifier and premium speakers. And when it's time to get back to the city, available Integrated Navigation is ready to help show you the way home.
When backing up on a trail—or just backing out of your driveway—you need to see what's behind you. The standard backup camera mounted in Tacoma's tailgate handle helps you see an image of what the camera detects behind you on the available 7-in. high-resolution display.
When Tacoma's available Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) detects a vehicle, it illuminates a warning indicator on the appropriate outside mirror to alert you to the presence of the vehicle, helping you to determine when it's safe to change lanes. And when you slowly back out of a driveway or parking spot, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) provides an audible indicator to warn you of approaching vehicles.
New high-strength steel is used in the construction of every 2016 Tacoma, helping ensure it delivers the toughness you expect. Stronger and lighter than conventional steel, this hot-stamped high-strength alloy helps optimize safety and performance.
High tech meets high performance. Tacoma's available Atkinson-cycle 3.5-liter V6 with direct injection is all-new and gives you more of everything you want. It's got more power, with 278 hp and 265 lb.-ft. of torque at 4600 rpm, so you've got the muscle you need to tow, haul and run the dunes. And it's designed to be more efficient so you can get better mpg too.
Two new transmissions help Tacoma deliver better performance and fuel economy. An all-new smooth-shifting 6-speed automatic transmission comes standard. And for those who like to control their own gears, the 6-speed manual has been upgraded for an improved shift feel to add more fun to your drive.
Dirt bikes. Side-by-sides. Whatever toys you've got, Tacoma's got the power to bring 'em along. The powerful 3.5-liter V6 and available Tow Package help this truck tow up to 6800 lbs. or carry a payload of up to 1440 lbs. So strap it down, hitch it up and roll out—your ultimate weekend starts here.
Tacoma's new three-piece rear bumper was designed for maximum durability and easier maintenance. The available 4-/7-pin connector has been relocated to inside the bumper itself, helping protect the wiring from exposure to weather and aggressive terrain.
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When the trail gets challenging, Tacoma TRD Off-Road's Crawl Control (CRAWL) is here to help you conquer your off-road adventure. This advanced system automatically modulates the throttle and brakes on five low-speed settings so you can keep your focus on navigating across difficult terrain.
Tacoma TRD Off-Road features Multi-terrain Select. With five modes to choose from, this system helps regulate wheelspin by automatically adjusting the engine throttle and traction control. When combined with standard Goodyear Wrangler® tires with tough Kevlar® construction, Multi-terrain Select helps improve traction dramatically, meaning you can get back to the fun more quickly.
Tacoma's Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) helps you safely get up those hills. This technology helps minimize Tacoma from rolling backward when you move your foot from the brake to the gas pedal, so you can move upward with confidence. (HAC not available on TRD Off-Road 4WD M/T.)
Don't let a patch of knee-deep sand give you the slip. Tacoma TRD Off-Road's standard electronically controlled locking rear differential distributes engine power evenly to both rear wheels so they move at the same speed, providing more grip in low-traction conditions.
Tacoma gets a more compact, lighter and more efficient electronic shift transfer case for 2016. Easily switch between high-range 4WD, low-range 4WD or high-range 2WD with just the turn of a dial.
In addition to Tacoma's standard locking tailgate handle, the available locking hard tri-fold tonneau cover adds extra security, so you can rest assured your cargo is protected.
Don't call it a bedliner. Tacoma's bed is composed of an ultra-durable, fiber-reinforced Sheet-Molded Composite (SMC) surface. This rugged tech boasts a greater impact strength than steel and will help keep the bed of your Tacoma looking good for years to come. An available bed-mounted 120V/400W outlet helps keep the action powered up even when you've left civilization in your dust.
When the desert calls, you want to bring your gear along for the ride. That's why Tacoma's bed comes standard with an innovative Deck Rail System. With four heavy-duty adjustable tie-down cleats, you've got the strength and adjustability you need to keep your cargo securely strapped down.
This is functionality that works with you. The easy lower tailgate opens smoothly. You can easily remove it when you need to carry longer items, and lock it to help secure cargo concealed under the available hard tri-fold tonneau cover.
Just because your truck may always be covered in dirt doesn't mean you can't keep things neat and tidy. Tacoma's in-bed storage compartment gives you a secure spot to stash things like tools, rags and sand-covered gear.
A lot of innovation went into designing Tacoma's doors. New construction techniques and advanced high-strength steels are used to create a door that is stiffer, stronger and built with the toughness you expect. These doors are built to look good, and most importantly, help keep you and your passengers safer.
Our advanced Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) comes standard on every Tacoma. Designed to monitor tire pressure at all times, it alerts the driver when a tire or tires become underinflated. TRD and Limited grades feature an individual tire location report via the 4.2-in. MID. It's one more way Tacoma gives you peace of mind wherever the rubber meets the road.
Tacoma is available with rear parking assist sonar to help you quickly determine the distance between your truck and other vehicles or objects behind you. This tech provides real-time feedback using audible warning signals that change as you get closer to the obstacle.
Every Tacoma comes standard with our Star Safety System™, an advanced integration of safety technologies including Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST).
Toyota is devoted to safety and dependability, and proper vehicle maintenance is important to both. That's why we include a no cost maintenance plan with the purchase or lease of every new Tacoma for 2 years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first. 24-hour roadside assistance is also included for 2 years and unlimited miles.


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After confirming that your network setup is appropriate by successfully connecting with some other system, explain how your network is setup and the exact steps you used to configure networking on BackTrack plus the output of the relevant configuration commands and files, as well as outputs from the appropriate diagnostic tools. Since you mentioned that you were familiar with Linux I'll assume you know which commands, files and tools Im referring to.


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The San Francisco Lawn Party featuring Wonder Bread 5 & Strong Like Bull
The Guardsmen
Saturday, June 1, 2013 from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM (PDT)
***Tickets can be purchased at the door on the Saturday, June 1st***
The San Francisco Lawn Party on Marina Green is San Francisco's largest one day waterfront party and concert featuring lawn games including: cornhole tournament, bocce ball, horseshoes, volleyball and croquet as well as live musical performances. Gourmet food trucks will be on site bringing party goers delicious food, with free sides of music, craft and soul.
New this year is a tented VIP lounge featuring a hosted beer and wine bar.
All proceeds benefit The Guardsmen - supporting educational and outdoor initiatives for at-risk youth in the Bay Area.
Lawn Games
Food & Drink
Gourmet food trucks will be on site bringing party goers delicious food.
An assortment of beer and wine will be be available for purchase throughout the event.
A hosted bar will serve complimentary drinks to guests in the VIP tent.
Team registration and practice will start at noon and the tournament will begin at 12:45pm. The format is double-elimination with 64 teams of two competing for valuable prizes and bragging rights. For more about Cornhole (aka Baggo) please visit www.baggo.com. All teams will be supplied with complete rules of the game when they arrive.
Each member of your team will need to purchase a ticket for the Lawn Party in addition to a single Tournament Entry for your team. When you purchase your Tournament Entry, you will have an opportunity to enter your team name. Then, tell all your friends to come watch you win! Please no vulgar team names - keep it classy San Francisco. The Guardsmen reserve the right to reject or change any inappropriate or duplicate team names, at our discretion.
1st Place Prize - $500 Gift Card to Sports Basement
2nd Place Prize - $250 Gift Card to Sports Basement
3rd Place Prize - TBD
Q: Are there in and out privileges?
A: Yes
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Eleanor writes:
I went to do something the other day on my computer and it asked me for an "elevated prompt". What is that?
Hi, Eleanor! Thanks for writing.
I don't know how long you have been using your computer, but if it's been more than 24 hours, you should have run across some type of security warning by now. That's because with Vista came security requirements beyond the realm of imagination. At first I thought that Vista and Windows 7 were just pretty paranoid operating systems, but now since all of this bad 'ware stuff, I have (kind of changed) my mind.
Anyway, Windows prompts you for an elevated prompt (sorry, I couldn't resist the pun) when it requires administrative – or elevated – privileges and you are not in a position (like king – Oops, I meant administrator) to carry out whatever task it is that you are trying to do.
A Command Prompt lets you change settings, run programs, access files, etc. The thing is, a standard Command Prompt window (see screenshot below) only runs commands that don't require Administrator privileges. A lot of troubleshooting depends on using the Command Prompt and you may have to be king – oops, I did it again – or an Administrator to carry those command out. Enter the elevated prompt.
This is a standard Command Prompt window:
Obviously you don't want to have to go running to an administrator every time you have an elevated command prompt request, so there are ways to get those privileges so that you don't have to.
The first (really easy) way to get an elevated – or Administrator – prompt:
Go to your Start button and left-click. Then left-click on All Programs.
Now find and left-click on Accessories (right-side of the Start menu), and then right-click on Command Prompt. Now left-click on Run as Administrator.
For the heck of it, note the tops of each window.
The standard command prompt window will have this at the top:
The Administrator (elevated) Prompt window will have this at the top.
The second (really easy) way to get an elevated (Administrator) prompt:
Left-click on your Start button and then type in cmd.exe in the Search box. In the menu that pops up you will see Run as Administrator. Left-click on that.
You now have your elevated prompt.
Okay, Eleanor, there you go! An elevated prompt is simply a prompt at a king's – excuse me! – Administrator's – level. And using either method above will get you one.
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As an encore to the 2005 debut of its 115-foot flagship, Athena, the Italian builder Riva introduces its newest offering, the 92-foot Duchessa Fly. Filling a gap between Athena and the 85 Opera Super, she's arguably the sleekest and most stylish of Riva's decidedly upscale large offerings.
Her sweeping, elegant profile is accentuated by the brazenly aggressive thrust of her hardtop. Not just a styling element, the fiberglass hardtop shelters the centerline helm station forward, a teak dinette with room for eight on fore- and aft-facing settees, and a hot tub roomy enough for several guests to enjoy.
Farther aft, sun worshippers can sprawl out on a big sunpad or just amble about while enjoying snacks or cold beverages from the wet bar and grill on either side. And even with all those amenities, there's room on the bridge deck to stow a 4.2-meter (13'9") tender. But more than such features, it's the clean, crisp styling that creates a sophisticated yet inviting allure.
Similarly chic styling sets the tone throughout her interior. Furniture and bulkheads in the saloon are done in warm shades of American walnut embellished with hand-sewn leather inserts, contrasting nicely with white varnished wooden soles in the seating area and white stone flooring in the dining area. To make the effect even more striking, the interior is bathed in natural sunlight that floods through large windows sculpted into the deckhouse sides.
So that guests will have maximum privacy, the galley and crew quarters are tucked into the bow, down a few steps from the semiraised pilothouse. The crew also has a separate dinette, direct access to decks on either side, and access to the pilothouse and bridge deck, all without intruding on the owner's and guest areas.
Guest staterooms are on the lower deck, again with the aim of maximizing privacy. The amidships owner's suite extends full-beam, its sleeping area buffered from the machinery spaces by a full-width his-and-her head. Closets and en suite heads are similarly positioned to serve as buffers between three additional guest staterooms, including a large VIP suite forward.
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Catheter-related UTIUTI - catheter associated; Urinary tract infection - catheter associated; Nosocomial UTI; Health care associated UTI; Catheter-associated bacteriuria
A urinary tract infection, or "UTI," is an infection that can occur in your kidneys, in the tubes that take urine from your kidneys to your bladder, or in your bladder.
You have an indwelling catheter (tube) in your bladder. "Indwelling" means inside your body. This catheter drains urine from your bladder into a bag outside your body.
- When you have an indwelling urinary catheter, you are more likely to develop a UTI. These infections are more likely if you have the catheter in place for a long time.
- Bacteria cause most UTIs that are related to having a catheter. A fungus called Candida can also cause UTIs.
Many types of bacteria or fungi can cause a catheter-related UTI. In general, they are more resistant to common antibiotics than bacteria causing other types of UTIs.
Common reasons to have an indwelling catheter are:
- Urine leakage (incontinence)
- Not being able to urinate
- Surgery on your bladder, prostate, or vagina
During a hospital stay, you may have an indwelling catheter:
- Right after any type of surgery
- If you are very ill and cannot control your urine
- Abnormal urine color (cloudy urine)
- Blood in the urine (hematuria)
- Foul or strong urine odor
- Frequent and strong urge to urinate
- Pressure, pain, or spasms in your back or the lower part of your belly
- Leakage of urine around the catheter
Other symptoms that may occur with a UTI:
*Often in an elderly person, mental changes or confusion are the only signs of a possible urinary tract infection.
Exams and Tests
Urine tests will check for infection:
- Urinalysis may show white blood cells (WBCs) or red blood cells (RBCs).
- Urine culture can help determine the type of bacteria in the urine and the appropriate antibiotic treatment.
Your doctor may recommend an ultrasound or CT exam of your urinary system.
Because there is a risk that your infection may spread to your kidneys, antibiotics are almost always used to treat a UTI.
- Most of the time, you can take antibiotics by mouth. It is very important to take all of them, even if you feel better before you finish them.
- If your infection is more severe, you may need to receiveantibiotics directly into your bloodstream. These will be given through an intravenous line, or IV.
- Besides antibiotics, you may also receive medicine to lessen bladder spasms.
Your catheter will need to be changed when you have a UTI.
You will need more fluids to help flush bacteria out of your bladder.
- If you are treating yourself at home, this may mean drinking 2 - 3 quarts of fluid a day, if your doctor says this is okay.
- Avoid fluids that irritate your bladder. Some of these are alcohol, citrus juices, and drinks that have caffeine in them.
After you have finished your treatment, you will have another urine test to make sure the bacteria are gone.
Outlook (Prognosis)
UTIs related to catheters can be harder to treat than other UTIs. Having many infections over time may lead to kidney damage or kidney stones and bladder stones.
If a UTI is not treated, you may develop kidney damage and more severe infections.
When to Contact a Medical Professional
Call your health care provider if you have:
- Any symptoms a urinary tract infection
- Back or flank pain
- Fever
- Vomiting
If you have an indwelling catheter, you must do these things to help prevent infection:
- Clean around your urethra (where the catheter comes out) every day.
- Clean the catheter with soap and water every day.
- Clean your bottom thoroughly after every bowel movement.
- Always keep your drainage bag lower than your bladder so that the urine in the bag does not go back into your bladder.
- Empty the drainage bag at least every 8 yours, or whenever it is full.
- Have your indwelling catheter changed at least once a month.
- Wash your hands before and after you touch your urine.
Your health care provider might advise you to drink more fluids every day. This is not healthy for everyone, so talk with your doctor before you do this.
Your health care provider may prescribe a low-dose antibiotic to take every day to keep bacteria from growing in your catheter.
Fishman N, Calfee DP. Prevention and control of health care-associated infections. In: Goldman L, Schafer AI, eds. Cecil Medicine. 24th ed.Philadelphia,PA: Saunders Elsevier; 2011:chap 290.
Hooton TM. Nosocomial urinary tract infections. In: Mandell GL, Bennett JE, Dolin R, eds. Principles and Practice of Infectious Diseases. 7th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Elsevier Churchill Livingstone; 2009:chap 304.
Infectious Disease Society ofAmerica.Diagnosis, Prevention, and Treatment of Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infection in Adults: 2009 International Clinical Practice Guidelines from the Infectious Diseases Society ofAmerica. Clin Inf Dis. 2010;50:622-663.
Norrby SR. Approach to the patient with urinary tract infection.In: Goldman L, Schafer AI, eds. Cecil Medicine. 24th ed. Philadelphia,PA: Saunders Elsevier; 2011:chap 292.
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The presents are unwrapped, the stockings unstuffed, and most kids still have nearly a week before they go back to school.
Keeping kids entertained is necessary, but it's also important to keep them educationally engaged while away from school.
"What I see is as a really important educational use of break time is spending time learning together as families," said Lisa Thompson, manager of public programs for the Museum of Natural History of Utah. "Some of the most powerful learning happens when kids and parents are learning together, exploring things together. Kids' curiosity and passion are sparked, and they develop interests that are sparked and that they can pursue in a formal academic environment in school."
The natural history museum is offering programming every day from Dec. 26 to Jan. 5 from 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. that focuses on exploring the natural world through sound. It culminates on Saturday Jan. 5, when singers from Utah Opera will perform songs from their upcoming performance Florencia en al Amazonas at 1 and 3 p.m., and scientists from the National Center for Voice and Speech, who will have hands-on ways to share their newest research findings.
All of the activities are included in daily admission prices, which are $11 for adults, $9 for youth ages 13 to 24, $8 for kids 3 to 12 and free for those under 3.
On the other side of town, the Clark Planetarium has a host of free activities to do, ranging from arranging a solar system to see planetary effects on gravity to walking on a moonscape and the surface of Mars. The planetarium has a quiz online that parents can download before coming to the planetarium, and everyone in the family can scavenger hunt for the answers throughout the exhibits.
"You can come here and kill a few hours with your family," said Seth Jarvis, director of the planetarium. "Come down and try to make sense of the Foucault Pendulum. I never can."
Several educational movies that range in topic from orangutans to the Hubble space telescope to black holes also play in the IMAX and Hansen Dome theaters, with admission prices of $7 for everyone before 5 p.m., and $9 for those over age 12 after 5 p.m.
Jarvis also emphasized the importance of learning outside the classroom.
"Informal science education is hugely important to how well students can retain and synthesize their formal science education," he said. "Students who do that with their families outperform their peers who don't."
Family engagement is something librarians at the Salt Lake City Public Library also emphasize.
Liesl Johnson, early literacy and children's program manager, says there are a couple of simple concepts to encourage a home learning environment. First, she emphasized the importance of engaging kids in conversation and explaining the world around them. She also said for young readers, it's important to point out letters on cereal boxes or ask them if they recognize words on billboards.
"Playing with your kids is one of the most simple things to do to encourage a learning environment," she said. "Play really helps develop storytelling skills, and it helps with imagination and creativity."
For older kids, the main branch of the library is featuring a free Worlds of Fantasy exhibit that has sets and costumes from a fan film about Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series that was shot in Utah.
Donnae Tidwell, a librarian who focuses on teens, said staying engaged is a mindset. She pointed to the book, "Unbored: The Essential Field Guide to Serious Fun" by Joshua Glenn and Elizabeth Foy Larsen. In it, the authors showcase ways to tinker and explore in any environment that help someone pursue their interests.
Toward the south part of the valley, the Living Planet Aquarium in Sandy has a special holiday display where the electric eel makes the lights on a Christmas tree flash each time it emits an electrical impulse. There are also are daily talks about the various animals and feeding times as well. The aquarium's online calendar shows when which animals will be fed, and what discussions will take place.
"We always have a presenter out during these daily activities, telling people what's going on and educating them about the species," said Angie Hyde, director of public relations and marketing.
Admission is $9.95 for adults, $8.95 for seniors, students and military members, $7.95 children ages 3 to 17 and free for kids 2 and under. Tickets purchased online save $.50 per ticket.
At Thanksgiving Point's Museum of Ancient Life, children can become paleontologists and even take home their own fossils through programs offered through Jan. 2 from 11 a.m to 7 p.m. It's $2 for the molding/casting ($1 for Thanksgiving Point members) and $4 for fossil prep ($2 for Thanksgiving Point members), where kids get to pick their own 50-million-year-old fish fossil to work on and take home. Admission to the museum is required, and is $10 for adults, $8 for children ages 3 to 12 and seniors 65 and older, and free for children 2 and under.
"It's a very inexpensive activity that kids love because they get to play with a real fossil and learn about paleontology in a fun way," said Britnee Johnston, communications manager.
Also, there is a Tales for Tots activity every Tuesday at the museum and every Wednesday at Farm Country at 11 a.m. The storytime creates hands-on storytelling adventures for children with different stories told each time, and it is usually followed by a craft or activity.
The Farm Country area is open every day except Sundays and Jan. 1 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $5 per person, and free for kids 2 and under, but includes a wagon and pony ride. Also, each day at 4 p.m., kids can try milking a cow.
"A lot of kids have fun learning about agriculture at Farm Country since we have a lot of hands-on activities like milking a real cow, our soil to market activities and meeting dozens of animals here," Johnston said.
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Clark Planetarium
110 S. 400 West
Free admission
IMAX and Hansen Dome shows are $7 for everyone before 5 p.m., and $9 for those over age 12 after 5 p.m.
Open 10:30 a.m. to about 10 p.m. every day.
Living Planet Aquarium
725 E. 10600 S., Sandy
Admission is $9.95 for adults, $8.95 for seniors, students and military members, $7.95 children ages 3 to 17 and free for kids 2 and under. Tickets purchased online save 50 cents per ticket.
Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day
Natural History Museum of Utah
301 Wakara Way
$11 for adults, $9 for youth ages 13 to 24, $8 for kids 3 to 12 and free for those under 3.
Open every day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with extended hours to 9 p.m. on Wednesdays.
Salt Lake City Public Library Main Branch
210 E. 400 South
Free admission
Open Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and closes Friday and Saturday at 6 p.m. Sunday, open 1 to 5 p.m. Closed New Year's Day.
Thanksgiving Point
3003 N. Thanksgiving Way, Lehi
Museum of Ancient Life admission is $10 for adults, $8 for children ages 3 to 12 and seniors 65 and older, and free for children 2 and under. The molding and casting is an additional $2, and the take-home fossil prep is an additional $4.
Open on Dec. 31 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with regular hours every other day from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
The Farm Country area is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., admission is $5, with cow milking at 4 p.m. daily.


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The course of study, led by Stritch faculty who are published and are experts in the field of leadership, is designed for educators, professionals and researchers representing all disciplines and professions, and will allow candidates to lead transformational efforts that enhance the quality of life for society as a whole. The programs start with a two-week, all-day Summer Institute, which is held at Stritchs main campus in Milwaukee. Upon completion of the Institute, classes in Chicago meet two Saturdays per month during the fall and spring semesters, from 9 a.m. 5 p.m. The programs lead to either the Ed.D. (60 credits, three years) or Ph.D. (additional 12 credits) degree.
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Dave from ND writes:
When I go to Defrag the screen comes up, but both bars are solid grey and a pop-up comes up and says Disk Defragmenter will not start. Any ideas?
Hi, Dave.
What it sounds like to me is that you don't have enough free space on your drive to defrag. A general rule is that about 15% free disc space is required. Here's how you can check your hard drive's free space in Windows 7… if you have a "Computer" icon on your desktop, double-click it. If you don't, then click "Start" and then "Computer". What comes up should look like this:
In this example, I have about 30% of my hard drive or a little less free. The next thing that you'll want to do is clean up some space on your hard drive. The easiest way that I know to do this is to use the Windows disc clean up utility. You find that by clicking "start", and entering "cleanup" in the search box. It should populate before you've got the whole word in.
In this case, I entered "cle" into the search box and "disc cleanup" popped up as the second option. It will ask you which drive you want to clean, and your option (probably the default) will be C:. It will calculate how much space you can free up. Next, a window will pop that asks what files you want cleaned up. Some will be checked by default.
You can see from the example that I've been somewhat lazy about cleaning my recycle bin. So choose which files you want it to clean. If you don't know what it does, don't clean it. Typically, whatever the default is plus your recycle bin will be plenty. Once you've done that, click "ok". A verification window will come up asking if you're sure. Tell it that you are, and the cleanup will proceed.
If this doesn't free up enough space, it might be time to start deleting stuff from your hard drive. When I had a much smaller hard drive than I do now, I found it easiest to move my documents off onto a removable drive, and just start using that drive to store my documents. You should be able to pick up a portable 750 gig or 1 terabyte hard drive for $100 or less.
Once you've freed up the space, try your defrag again.
Hope that this helps!
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Illinois Grain Industry Tour Generates Over $52 Million in Anticipated Export Sales
Date Posted: September 26, 2012
Springfield, IL—Contacts made on the Illinois Grain Tour may pay immediate dividends for Illinois agribusinesses.
The foreign buyers who took part in the five-day trade mission are projecting purchases of more than $52 million from these businesses in the next year.
"Our staff's efforts to bring buyers and sellers together produced extraordinary results this year," Bob Flider, acting director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture, said.
"The previous three tours combined produced $25 million in sales, so these results are very encouraging.
"They indicate there is strong demand for Illinois grain and grain-related products and services in foreign markets."
The tour, which the department conducts annually, was held Sept. 10-14 and brought 22 foreign grain buyers to Illinois from China, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Peru, Singapore, Taiwan and Vietnam.
Stops included an Auburn corn and soybean farm, an Assumption manufacturer of grain storage structures, a Mattoon grain, oilseed and food ingredient supplier and a Hennepin ethanol plant.
"Our challenge now is to build upon the relationships started on this year's tour and turn these initial sales into repeat business," Flider added.
Exports are crucial to Illinois' agricultural economy, accounting for 39 percent of the industry's cash receipts.
In fiscal year 2010, the state sold $5.8 billion in agricultural products overseas, making it the fourth-leading agricultural exporter in the United States.
The grain tour is just one of the strategies the department uses to find markets for Illinois products, support agriculture-based employment and strengthen the Illinois economy.
Last fiscal year, for example, it participated in 13 international and domestic trade shows, led five foreign buyers' missions and industry tours, facilitated 5,474 buyer-seller introductions and disseminated 1,741 trade leads to Illinois companies.
These activities generated $71 million in actual sales and another $763 million in projected sales for Illinois food companies and agribusinesses.
Building on his commitment to increase foreign trade and market Illinois goods overseas, this week Governor Quinn is leading a delegation of officials from Illinois businesses, educational institutions and state and local governments on an economic trade mission in Brazil.
The mission includes stops in São Paulo, Brasilia and Recife, where Governor Quinn will preside over the signing of several memorandums of understanding as part of the Doing Business with Illinois program, which is designed to establish ties in manufacturing, agriculture, biotechnology and education.
For more information, call 217-558-1548.
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(8/26/2011) (New Haven) � With Hurricane Irene expected to bring heavy rains and high winds to the city beginning Saturday, Mayor John DeStefano, Jr. has order the opening the of two evacuation shelters. Benjamin Jepson School (15 Lexington Avenue) will open as a shelter at 12:00 pm Saturday. The James Hillhouse High School Field House (480 Sherman Parkway) will open as a shelter at 6:00 pm Saturday.
Governor Malloy has issued an advisory, urging residents in areas prone to flooding to evacuate before 12:00 am Sunday morning. The hurricane is expected to hit New Haven at a time of high tide. Evacuating residents should consider seeking shelter with friends or family in non-flood-prone areas as a first option before heading to city shelters. Evacuating residents should take their pets. Crated pets will be allowed in city shelters.
The City of New Haven will partially open the Emergency Operations Center beginning at 4:00 pm today through 12:00 am and reopening at 10:00 am Saturday through the duration of the storm. Residents should call 203-946-8221 with any questions. Residents should call 911 for all emergencies.
Parking: New Have Parking Authority surface lots are free and open all weekend. Crown Street and Temple Street Garages will be made available at a reduced rate for residents seeking to park their cars for the duration of the storm. Board of Education parking lots will be open and available for resident parking.
Street Access: Residents should stay of city streets beginning 12:00 am Sunday morning. Beginning at 6:00 pm Saturday, the following streets are considered flood prone and will be closed to vehicular traffic by the Department of Public Works:
� Union Avenue from Water Street to Church Street South
� Middletown Ave North of Front Street to Dump Road
� Dean St. at Burr St.
� Concord St. at Burr.
� Townsend Ave. at Burr St.
� Dodge Ave. at Burr St.
� Hemingway Place from Eastern St. to First St
� Quinnipiac Ave. from Essex St. to Hemmingway Place
� Brewery Street
� Water Street at Olive Street
� On ramp to Merritt Parkway at Pond Lily Ave.
Refuse Collection: Monday trash and recycling pickup has been canceled. Residents SHOULD NOT place trash and recycling at the curb on Sunday night. Citywide refuse collection will resume Tuesday on a holiday schedule (one day delay in pickup citywide). Residents should secure their trash and recycle bins prior to the storm.
Emergency Notifications: The city may provide members of the city's business or residential community important emergency updates. Residents and businesses may add their name to receive these notifications by visiting: www.cityofnewhaven.com and clicking on the hurricane preparedness link.
Homeless Population: City working with advocates and homeless shelters, providers, and advocates. No homeless individuals will be turned away from homeless shelters.
Some of the steps the city is taking to prepare for the storm are:
� Senior center staff will review with seniors the importance of a personal emergency plan and kit, and a pet plan/kit.
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July 26, 2007 – Jackson, MS - Governor Haley Barbour said today Toyota Auto Body Co., Ltd. (TAB) will build a $180 million plant in North Mississippi, becoming the first announced supplier to Toyota's new auto assembly plant in Blue Springs. TAB officials made the decision public in Japan overnight.
While a specific site for TAB's facility has not yet been chosen, a number of locations are under consideration; an announcement will be made later this year. It will be the company's first plant in the United States.
The facility, to be named Auto Parts Manufacturing Mississippi Inc., will employ about 260 workers and will begin production by 2010 to coincide with the start-up of Toyota's new Highlander SUV plant.
"During our recent economic development mission to Japan the Mississippi delegation visited with Toyota Auto Body officials and came away impressed with the company's high standards and interest in doing business in Mississippi. I am very pleased this outstanding company will find a new home in North Mississippi as a major supplier to Toyota's newest auto assembly plant," Governor Haley Barbour said.
Auto Parts Manufacturing Mississippi Inc., will provide stamped parts, body weld parts and plastic parts to the Blue Springs plant. The company plans to incorporate in Mississippi next month.
TAB, based in Kariya-city, Japan, is 56.03 percent owned by Toyota Motor Corporation and is part of the Toyota Group of Companies. TAB manufactures auto and special vehicle bodies and parts and has nearly 13,500 employees globally. TAB assembles various vehicles for Toyota, including the Prius, Land Cruiser and Lexus LX470.
Outline of Auto Parts Manufacturing Mississippi Inc.
Location North Mississippi
Plant overview Automotive stamped, body weld and plastic parts
Site area Approximately 50 acres
Investment Approximately $180 million
Start of production By 2010
Employment 260
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Columbia, S.C. - The Tornados women's golf team continued their recent success yesterday at the Benedict Triangular yesterday as the team broke their scoring record again, making it three rounds in a row by shooting a 338 on the day in defeating Benedict College 338-488.
The win marks the first team tournament victory by the Tornados women's golf program since their inception in 2008.
Alisiya Klochkova was the medalist, shooting a one-round 78, tying the BC single round record.
Lucy McNulty followed close behind with an 81, three strokes back from the lead.
Jennifer Brown and Katie Brown also improved on their past scores, shooting personal bests of 88 and 91 for the day, while Macy Kottyan followed right behind with a 98.
The Tornados women's golf team is back in action on Monday, September 28, at the Tusculum Fall Invitational held at the Links Hills Country Club in Greeneville, Tenn.


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Clifford Brison's Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal is proof his volunteer work in Cheverie has not gone unnoticed.
Clifford Brison has left a few marks on Cheverie in his lifetime.
Senator Terry Mercer and Senator Jane Cordy recently presented Brison with a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal at a ceremony in Halifax.
He was recognized for supporting minor sport, playing a key role in the founding of the Cheverie-Kempt ball field, creating recreational opportunities on the Kempt Shore, coaching hockey and baseball, and hosting jamborees on his property to raise money for the Cheverie United Church for 25 years.
"When you live in a small community everybody has to chip in," the sharply dressed 89-year-old said in an interview at the Hants Journal office.
Brison, who is shy to speak about his own accomplishments, says he is honoured to be the holder of a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, but disappointed there are many deserving locals who have been overlooked.
"Kind of a shame to think some of the people around that have done a little more than I have never got one."
Brison ran a country general store on the Kempt Shore from 1946-69. He jokes that he had "no money and no brains" when he decided to leave the Bank of Commerce in Hantsport to run his own business, but he has many fond memories of the days he and his wife, Verna, worked side by side.
"She's a great worker. She caught on to the store business very quick," Brison noted with a smile.
"Many years of hard work from both of us, and the people who worked for us."
The couple raised four children — Frances, Mitch, Philip and Scott.
"All good workers — take after their mother."
Frances Brison, their eldest child, remembers her father delivering groceries along the Kempt Shore, and allowing his low-income customers to pay what they could, when they could.
"People couldn't pay him, but they would charge their groceries and I'm sure there was some of those bills he never did get paid for."
She says her father's humble beginnings made him well aware of what it was like to go without.
"If I would say to him, 'Oh gosh, I feel so bad for somebody I'd like to just give them a little money,' his words would be, 'You'll never miss it.'"
Brison says he found great joy in coaching the Cheverie Cardinals andShore Maroonsin his spare time, and providing local sports teams with uniforms and guidance.
"None of the boys that I ever coached ever ended up in prison," he said. They "kept busy, had something to look forward to."
Brison left a lasting impression on many of his players. About 10 years ago, a group of former Cheverie Cardinals presented him with a wooden plaque crafted especially for their coach.
"My eyes kind of filled up with tears. The whole ball team showed up to my beach property… unbeknownst to me and presented me with that," Brison recalled.
"They said it made a difference in their lives."
Philip Brison, a former Cheverie Cardinal who now works for Sysco Food Services, says his father worked hard to ensure there was a minor ball team on the Kempt Shore, and the players knew it.
"He provided us with an opportunity that no one else did."
Brison sold his general store in 1969, and accepted a job as an investment counsellor in Halifax.
"I worked at that until I was 80 years old," he said.
"I enjoyed it. I still would like to be working now."
Frances, a nurse manager for the Annapolis Valley VON, says the rink on their property was open to the community.
"When they built their house after he sold the store he had a rink built in the back of the house and the garage was always full of hockey sticks and hockey gear," she said.
"He always provided for kids, not just his own."
Frances says her father's compassion for others did not fade with age. Although he keeps busy as the primary caregiver for his wife, and the proud grandfather at hockey games, he still takes the time to visit or call families affected by a sudden death or serious illness.
"I'm just in awe of him and what he does."
Scott Brison says although many did not know it, his father remained committed to helping his community throughout many trying times in his own life.
"Despite whatever bad things happened to my father over the years, I've almost never seen him without a smile on his face and a positive attitude," the Kings-Hants MP said in a phone interview from Alberta.
"Doesn't matter how tough things were for him, he always had that sort of smile on his face, or twinkle in his eye, or a little joke to tell."
Scott says his father has overcome some serious health complications, and continued to support others while doing so, but his current work as a caregiver for his 84-year-old wife is nothing short of inspirational.
"I've always been proud of him, but I've never been as proud as I am now seeing the exceptional care he is providing to our mother."


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How can you deny Hazrat Mahdi (as)? It is the truth according to the four schools, Hanafi, Maliqi, Hanbali and Sha'afi. Imam Hanbal, Imam Maliq, Imam Sha'afi and Imam Hanafi all say Hazrat Mahdi (as) will come. But you say he will not come? That means you deny all the schools. So you have come to deny all belief. Because the Mahdi exists in Jaferism, and Shiism, and Bektashism and Alawism. He is in Christianity and Judaism and all. So on what basis do you say he will not come?
The coming of Jesus the Messiah is enshrined in verses of the Qur'an. Belief in the coming of the Prophet Jesus (as) is dogma in the Hanafi, Maliqi, Hanbali and Sha'afi schools. It is obligatory, in other words. According to the four schools. Should we go along with the imams of the four schools or with your way of thinking?
Some people's mentality is one of "sit at home and pray." That is out of the question. The Qur'an refers to Islamic Union. What does Islamic Union mean? It means the way of the Mahdi. What do we call the person at its head when Islamic Union comes about? The Mahdi.
Rabbis have a leader. They have a chief rabbi. Christians have the Pope. Masons have their Grand Lodge. Everyone has a leader. Ask whether Muslims should have a leader and some people will say "No." They will say no, en masse. Ask if there is any need for Islamic Union and for Muslims to unite and they will say there is no need for that, either.
It has happened, it has come about. What difference does it make if you deny it? All the portents of the coming of the Mahdi have come about. You say he will not come, but the signs are there. All of them have happened. What you say will not happen has happened. It is all over, and Turkey is rapidly heading for Islamic Union.
The reason for this activity and tension in Turkey is the way of the Mahdi. These things are happening as it is heading toward the way of the Mahdi. Take the economic crisis. Two waves of economic crisis are coming. But by Allah's leave, there will be abundance where Hazrat Mahdi (as) is. The crisis will largely pass Turkey by, but it will still do damage. It will ruin Italy and the rest. That is how it is looking. The economic crisis is no laughing matter. Terror will also rise considerably in Turkey. You will see in the days that follow. And people will eventually see the only solution is the way of the Mahdi.
People say they take medicines when they have a headache and it goes away. Not so. Medicine is an instrument. One must regard it as a prayer. They may say it will go if they put in a written request. No way. They must regard that as an instrument. Or if I pay money, they say. No. They are all instruments. They must know it is Allah Who creates all things, insha'Allah. In that way they are protected against hidden polytheism.
Kardashian is very humane. One can tell from her face. She has the warmth of Anatolia. Psoriasis generally stems from stress or tension. She really stresses herself. The poor thing is normally very happy and bright and extroverted, but it is clear she cannot trust anyone and lives a very tense life. Psoriasis is the result of that stress. Or it can cause hernia or anemia. It may cause heart spasms. Or spasms in the brain. It can cause everything. That is why one must fully submit to Islam, the Qur'an and Allah. One must spend one's time with people who live by moral virtues, with people who best understand love and passion and vivacity. With rational people. Being with unbalanced, contrary, loveless, soulless and irrational people blights the soul. It blights the mind. It tautens the nerves, and living in a stressful environment can have all kinds of consequences. May Allah forbid. So what Kardashian needs to do is go somewhere peaceful, to live in a peaceful environment. With good and intelligent people, people who are full of love. She is like a child on an island of wolves. Living amid that tension, stress, competition and danger will of course lead to sickness in that fragile body. It leads to diseases like that, and other diseases can also arise. That applies to others as well as to her. Some people kill themselves, some are poisoned and other die from drugs. Young people are ruined. They are all very lovely and sweet, but they see selfishness, competition, pain and suffering everywhere. They see decay and cruelty and eventually take their own lives, or else their bodies rebel and they contract serious diseases. But the rule of the way of the Mahdi will do away with all these afflictions and scourges. Our Prophet (saas) says that diseases and scourges will cease. There will be economic easing and easing of the soul and perfection in art and science and everything, insha'Allah. By Allah's leave, there will be a lovely world. Nobody will kill themselves then. There will be no more such stress-related diseases, diseases associated with psychological problems, insha'Allah.
Making life hard for Muslims inflicts scourges on oneself, disasters and bad luck. They lose their perceptive powers and foresight. Allah trips them up. But treating guides and scholars properly, with justice, in the manner they deserve, will bestow plenty and abundance, beauty, goodness, order and health, insha'Allah. Allah uses these as His instrument.2011-08-08 20:11:23


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SAINT LEO, Fla. – The Saint Leo women's lacrosse team matched up well with their opponent on paper, but couldn't place their shots between the pipes as the Lions fell to Belmont Abbey by a final score of 16-5 on Friday evening at University Field. The Lions drop to 1-5 on the season, while Belmont Abbey advances its overall record to 3-2.
The Lions trailed the Crusaders by eight on the shot count, 29-21, but both teams came up even in the ground ball battle, pulling in 23 apiece. The Lions held Belmont Abbey to just a 48 percent success rate on clears while making good on 76 percent of their clear attempts, and both teams walked away from the evening with 24 turnovers apiece. The Crusaders came up big off the draw, winning 17-of-23.
The Lions made big strides in the midfield, with strong play from Joanna Chadwick and Andrea Kuhl who earned a team high four ground balls each. Midfielder Heather Hedrick grabbed two ground balls of her own and caused a turnover, while defender Cathryn Winslow earned a caused turnover and ground ball of her own.
In cage for Saint Leo, Brittany Millsap earned seven saves in 39 minutes between the pipes. Nicole Sirota-Plotnikov closed out the evening, setting aside one shot while allowing six in net. Their counterpart for Belmont Abbey, Tory Morgan, set aside nine shots while yielding five in a full 60 minutes.
Christina Minneci led Saint Leo on the goal count with two on the evening. Matching Minneci with two points was Alix Murray, with a goal and assist. Kasey Tanner and Alyssa Viscomi completed the Lions' scoring efforts with one goal each.
Belmont Abbey was led by Emily Hudgins with a hat trick and five assists for a game high eight points. A total of 10 different Crusaders contributed to the scoring efforts on the night.
Minneci scored the first goal of the game with 27:09 on the clock, but the remainder of the first half saw Saint Leo suffer a scoring drought as the Crusaders pulled ahead to a 6-1 advantage at the half.
The second stanza opened up with four more goals from Belmont Abbey in the first three minutes, setting the score at 10-1 with 27:02 remaining. Viscomi and Murray scored the next two for the Lions, but the Crusaders bounced back with three of their own to put the scoreboard at 13-3 with 16:33 to go. Despite their best efforts, Saint Leo found themselves outscored 3-2 in the final 15 minutes of play.
The Lions return to action on Wednesday, March 14, when they host Pfeiffer University. Game time against the Falcons is set for 11 a.m. at University Field. Fans will be able to catch all of the action live at saintleolions.com. For the latest news, updates, and information, be sure to follow the Lions on Facebook and Twitter.


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The Australian dollar is trading just above 93 US cents ahead of the release of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) minutes on Tuesday.
At 1700 AEST on Monday, the local currency was at 93.17 US cents, down from 93.27 cents on Friday.
Commonwealth Bank currency strategist Joe Capurso said the local unit had traded within a narrow range in the absence of any market-moving news.
"There's nothing pushing it around," Mr Capurso said.
"There's nothing to look at here ahead of the release of the RBA minutes tomorrow."
It came after the local currency dipped on Friday but had managed to make a recovery following news that Ukrainian forces destroyed part of a Russian convoy.
Traders are biding their time until the RBA minutes for the August meeting are released on Tuesday and RBA Governor Glenn Stevens is due to speak on Wednesday at the House of Representatives' Standing Committee on Economics in Brisbane.
At 1700 AEST, the Australian dollar was at 95.43 Japanese yen, up from Friday's close of 93.27 yen, and at 69.60 euro cents, down from 69.78 euro cents.
Meanwhile, Australian bond futures prices are firmer after a flare up in tensions between Russia and Ukraine over the weekend.
Claims that Ukrainian forces destroyed part of a Russian convoy weighed on risk appetite, driving bond prices higher as investors move towards safe-haven assets.
"We've rallied quite a bit," National Australia Bank fixed interest strategist Skye Masters said.
Bond futures were likely to trade within a tight range with little economic data to be released on Monday night, she said.
"There's not a huge amount out tonight, but markets will be closely watching what happens on the geopolitical front."


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Overstock donates
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Overstock.com employees donated 4,300 pounds of food and $22,000 to the Utah Food Bank in December. It was the fifth year employees donated to the Food Bank. The food drive was a competition with Overstock's corporate staff donating $10,000 while the company's customer and partner care and warehouse staff donated $12,000.
TownePlace Suites
to open in Vernal
An 85-suite TownePlace Suites by Marriott is scheduled to open on Tuesday in Vernal. Located at 1219 W. Highway 40, the hotel will operate as a Marriott franchise, managed by Lodging Dynamics Hospitality Group of Provo.
Factory orders
flat in November
U.S. companies boosted their orders in November for manufactured goods that reflect investment plans even though total orders were unchanged. Factory orders were flat in November, compared with October, with durable goods everything from automobiles to steel rising 0.8 percent while nondurable goods fell 0.6 percent, the Commerce Department said.
Eli Lilly sees
strong 2013
Eli Lilly and Co. expects 2013 earnings of between $3.75 and $3.90 per share on $22.6 billion to $23.4 billion in revenue. Analysts had expected earnings of $3.72 per share on $22.87 billion in revenue. The drug maker lost patent protection on a top selling drug last year and will lose it on another this year but expects to overcome that through cost cutting, sales growth and new drug development.
Habit Burger to
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A California-based burger chain is opening Habit Burger Grill in Salt Lake City on Jan. 10, its first Utah location. The restaurant, located 2121 S. McClelland, Suite 101, in old Granite Furniture building, will sponsor activities that are open to the public on Jan. 8-9 to benefit local charities.
REES Capital opens new offices
REES Capital unveiled its new offices in South Jordan. The offices were renovated from a former restaurant and are located at 651 W. South Jordan Parkway (10600 South). REES Capital was founded last year by Amy Rees Anderson, former CEO of MediConnect Global. Its purpose is to help guide and support start-ups and high-growth companies.
Samsung fined
for price fixing
Chinese regulators have fined South Korean companies Samsung, LG and four Taiwanese companies on charges they fixed prices of flat panel screens sold to Chinese manufacturers. The government said LG, Samsung and the Taiwanese companies were ordered to repay $27 million to Chinese customers. In addition, the companies were fined a total of $22.8 million.


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PHILADELPHIA – Mired in a logjam of four teams tied at 1-1 through two weeks of play in the Collegiate Sprint Football League, Penn heads to Ithaca on Friday night to take on an 0-2 Cornell team. The Quakers are sitting in a four-way tie for third place in the CSFL behind Army and Navy, and cannot afford a second loss if hopes of a League title are to remain alive.
The Red and Blue dominated the second half of its most recent contest, scoring 35 unanswered points over the final two quarters of play to storm back on Mansfield, 42-14. Michael Bass scored three touchdowns – hauling in a score on each of his three receptions in the game – to spark the offense. All of his catches came via the arm of Mike McCurdy. The freshman came on for the final play of the first half – an interception on a long Hail Mary attempt – and proceeded to go 12-of-13 in the second half for 237 yards and four touchdowns. Jack Epstein was another favorite target of Penn's quarterbacks, catching six passes for 86 yards and two touchdowns.
Defensively, Stu Helgeson put on a clinic against Mansfield, making 18 tackles – including 10 solo stops – to go with an interception, forced fumble and a fumble recovery. He leads all CSFL players in tackles with 25 over two games and his 16 solo tackles are the most of any player in the CSFL.
The Red and Blue possess the No. 2-ranked scoring offense in the CSFL, averaging 27 points-per-game early in the season. Conversely, Cornell has scored just 16 total points this season over two games to sit last in the League with an average of eight points-per-game.
An interesting battle to watch will be when Cornell has the ball and is looking to run. The Big Red have been sluggish in the ground game to start the season, with just 68 yards gained on 58 carries to average 34 yards-per-game. Penn, meanwhile, has been giving up yards to opponents on the ground, conceding 284 yards rushing over two contests – an average of 142 yards-per-game for second-most among CSFL programs.
Whether it is McCurdy or Keith Braccia at quarterback for the Quakers, they are sure to test Cornell in a way the Big Red hasn't seen to this point in 2013. Cornell ranks No. 1 in the CSFL in passing defense through two weeks this season, but has only had to defend 34 pass attempts to do so. Last week, Franklin Pierce attempted 23 passes and completed 11 for two touchdowns. Penn's aerial game has racked up 269 yards-per-game over its two outings, throwing 55 total times to date.
Whatever happens at Schoellkopf Field, it will have a hard time topping the wild affair held at the same stadium to kickoff the 2012 season. The Quakers and Big Red engaged in an epic six-overtime game which featured 76 total points and a two-hour weather delay for lightning in the area. 34 of the games points came in overtime as both sides fought to come out on top in such a memorable game. In the end, Brendan Miller ran in from one-yard out in the sixth overtime to give Cornell the win.


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Technical Sales Engineer | Marketing Technical Engineer | Technical Applications Engineer | Sales and Marketing Rotation
With the MTE track you can gain insight into Intel's business practices, while improving your technical marketing skills. In the first phase of the program, you select two or three 6-month rotations in different marketing and program management positions. During the second phase, you'll work in a field sales office to combine your knowledge of Intel business processes with customer account responsibilities. This hands-on experience provides you with an understanding of the most effective marketing strategies and tools.
Make an impact
As an MTE, you can combine your marketing skills with your passion for technology. This dynamic mix offers a wide range of career choices. You will:
- Define innovative products and platforms that change the way we live, work, and play.
- Facilitate new product introductions that help "humanize" computing.
- Perform competitive analyses to maintain our technical leadership.
- Develop technical demos that showcase the next generation of technology.
- Oversee marketing initiatives that meet the needs of people around the world.
How to qualify
We are looking for candidates with bachelor's degrees in electrical engineering, computer science, or computer engineering. We are also looking for people with master's degrees in science or MBAs with technical undergraduate degrees.
As an industry leader, Intel operates in a challenging and results-driven environment. We are looking for creative risk-takers who can deliver results in a global team setting.
Note: To qualify for the Intel Sales and Marketing Rotation Program, you must be legally authorized to accept fulltime, indefinite employment in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
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SMRP is available at many field sales offices, factories, and major Intel sites in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Mexico, Turkey and the United States.
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