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Ben Light is a New York based maker, designer, and Cash Cab contestant. Ben's work has appeared in the Museum of Arts and Design, the MoMA Design Store, and on the shelves at Crate & Barrel. He earned a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University and a Masters from NYU's Interactive Telecommunications Program (ITP).
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TD Ameritrade Institutional kicked off its national conference on Thursday morning in San Diego by announcing major new initiatives in three critical areas of interest for advisors: the search for the next generation of advisors; advocacy in Washington for a fiduciary standard, and enhancing its technology offerings to provide more efficiency to RIAs.
TDAI President Tom Nally (left) announced the new programs at the formal opening session of the conference, which TD representatives said had attracted 3,000 attendees who over the course of the three-day conference will hear from Condoleezza Rice, fiscal policy wonks Alan Simpson and Erskine Bowles, and Malcolm Gladwell (though truth be told, there's at least as much buzz about the entertainment at Friday night's closing gala: Pat Benatar).
As for the new initiatives:
Support for NexGen: Nally said that since TDAI is "committed to raising the profile of financial planning as a worthwhile career," beginning this year it will award 10 scholarships worth $5,000 each to students in undergraduate financial planning programs. In addition, TD will separately award a $50,000 grant to a specific university that "best demonstrates a commitment to educating the industry's future financial professionals." In prepared remarks before Thursday's announcement, Nally said that beyond awarding the grant this year, TD believes "competition for this grant among higher education institutions will encourage innovation and support greater investment in financial planning curriculum."
Jim Dario (right), TDAI's managing director of product development, said in a separate interview Wednesday that while undergraduate business majors receive training in various related subjects, that financial planning is not one of them. The scholarships and grant, Dario said, is part of an overall strategy to help raise the profile of financial planning students and make the profession appear a more desirable choice for good students, but will also bear benefits for RIA firms in terms of not only succession planning, but in helping advisory firms serve the next generation of investors. Clients, he pointed out, "like to work with people who are like them" in demographics, age and interest.
At its annual conference, TDAI is hosting 30 students from nine different universities and networking events for those students and attending advisors.
Details on how to apply for the scholarships and grant are available at TD's website.
Advocacy for RIAs: TDAI announced it will host an invitation-only Fiduciary Leadership Summit on June 13 running in conjunction with its annual Elite Advisor conference in Palm Beach, Fla. In his prepared remarks, Nally noted that while "some of the conversations and debate may have temporarily subsided, proposed regulatory actions around improving advisor oversight and the application of a uniform fiduciary standard are not going away and should be addressed proactively."
I In a separate interview Wednesday, Skip Schweiss (left), TDAI's managing director of advisor advocacy and industry affairs, said the intent of the summit is to bring together for a half-day a relatively small group of 50 to 75 true leaders from across the advisor industry association and regulatory spectrum to address "how to go forward with a uniform fiduciary standard." Schweiss anticipates having representatives from the SEC, FINRA, the IAA and the Consumer Federation of America attend, and perhaps a panel of financial services consumers.
Since Schweiss says that a concept release on the fiduciary standard could come from the SEC by early summer, including some guidance in how to conduct a cost-benefit analysis of implementing a fiduciary standard for all advice givers, so the timing of the summit could make it "very interesting."
iRebal to the Cloud: The third big announcement at the opening general session had to do with a technology offering, specifically making available through its VEO platform a cloud-based version of the iRebal software available for free to advisors who custody with TDAI.
Nally said making the portfolio rebalancing sofwaare available to TDAI RIAs can "help advisors achieve greater scale for their investment management businesses, allowing a wider range of investors to benefit from the services of a financial advisor."
In an interview Wednesday, TDAI's Dario noted that making iRebal available to its affiliated advisors reflected TD's approach of acknowledging "that we don't have all the answers" when it comes to specific technology tools, but rather the custodian is focused on strategic partnering with other firms who can provide best-of-breed technology in multiple areas that work well on the Veo platform. Dario said that the web-based version of iRebal for TDA advisors is going into beta testing now, with a full rollout planned for summer 2013.

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YREKA – Tulelake's former administrative clerk/treasurer who is accused of embezzling over $10,000 of city funds appeared in the Siskiyou County Superior Court Wednesday where she entered into a plea agreement with the district attorney's office.
Kim Marie Keiser, 43, pleaded guilty to a felony count of appropriating public money.
In exchange for her guilty plea, the district attorney's office offered her a three to five year period of probation and up to 180 days incarceration in the county jail. The agreement orders her to pay restitution in the amount of $15,000 to the city of Tulelake and she is barred from ever again taking public office in the state of California.
Siskiyou County Deputy District Attorney John Quinn said if Keiser violates the terms and conditions of her probation, she will face up to four years in state prison.
Superior Court Judge Karen Dixon ordered Keiser to reappear in court on April 3 for her sentencing.
"Unfortunately sometimes people cannot see the end result of decisions they make. We often find when people make decisions that violate a trust it can mushroom out of control," commented Siskiyou County District Attorney Kirk Andrus. "Cases like this can serve as a warning to anybody who is entrusted with public funds. I find it to be a really significant part of my job to hold public officials accountable. Citizens are entitled to honesty, efficiency and fair dealing by their government."
Andrus explained that Keiser does not have a prior criminal record, and her offense is not prison-eligible; the plea agreement allowed for a just and speedy resolution.
"We feel we accomplished everything we could have accomplished – even if we had tried the case," said Andrus.
A 2010/11 Siskiyou County Grand Juror who investigated Tulelake also told the Daily News that he hopes this case serves as a warning to other officials.
As for Keiser's plea agreement, the former juror commented, "If you do the crime you should do the time. In this case, it is not going to be any hard time, but it will give her something to think about."
According to the 2010/11 Grand Jury Report, Tulelake city vendor accounts were mismanaged; there was no procedure for the sale of water to residents and no payment terms, activation and shut-off instructions for staff; and the city of Tulelake had been operating for years without periodical audits.
"The city indicated that it 'relies on trust' with employees and staff," stated the report.
Tulelake staff hired an independent auditor to study the city finances, and the audit revealed that 20 out of 32 city-issued federal loans were in default in June 2010. One city employee was in default on a note totalling $115,000 and a domestic partner of a city employee was in default on two notes totalling $169,243.
"The city's failure to develop even basic financial policies and procedures has created an unacceptable risk of the potential misuse of public funds. The city has failed to safeguard the assets of the city. The city has significant questioned costs regarding grant expenditures and may be required to pay over $67,256 back to grantors," noted the City of Tulelake Schedule of Findings and Questioned Costs document.
The document stated, "The elected officials have allowed an atmosphere of unethical behavior to exist."
Keiser was charged on Nov. 21, 2012. In addition to her charge of appropriating public money, she was originally charged with keeping false records of public money and committing a crime as a public officer.
She had served as Tulelake's administrative clerk and treasurer for approximately seven years, said Tulelake Police Department Chief (TPD) Chief Tony Ross.
According to Quinn, while Keiser worked at Tulelake City Hall, she accepted payments from citizens for utility fees and pocketed the cash.
Tulelake Finance Director Charlie Pillon stated that following Keiser's arrest and prosecution, the city council voted to adopt a resolution that prohibits cash payments at city hall.
He also noted that the city's methods of tracking and documenting city finances have been revised and brought up to current standards.


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Linked by Thom Holwerda on Sat 5th Jan 2013 14:53 UTC
And so this situation is starting to get ridiculous - and consumers are, as usual, caught in the middle of it all. Google has just blocked Windows Phone devices from accessing Google Maps on their phones. In addition, it also seems Windows Phone users are now restricted to the basic HTML version of the mobile GMail website. While understandable from a defensive perspective - Microsoft's extortion scheme targeting Android device makers and all that - it's still a massive dick move that only hurts consumers. Update: the media attention has worked - Google is backpedalling, and will remove the redirect. "We periodically test Google Maps compatibility with mobile browsers to make sure we deliver the best experience for those users. In our last test, IE mobile still did not offer a good maps experience with no ability to pan or zoom and perform basic map functionality. As a result, we chose to continue to redirect IE mobile users to Google.com where they could at least make local searches. The Firefox mobile browser did offer a somewhat better user experience and that's why there is no redirect for those users. Recent improvements to IE mobile and Google Maps now deliver a better experience and we are currently working to remove the redirect. We will continue to test Google Maps compatibility with other mobile browsers to ensure the best possible experience for users."
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Wild Kratts "Happy Turkey Day" The Wild Kratts are on a mission to defend the honor of the wild turkey and to stop Gourmand, who is hunting for the largest, fattest turkey in the forest. D
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Chefs A' Field: Culinary Adventures That Begin On The Farm "Chef Matt Littledog-Simon & Seaforts: Anchorage, AK" In July, we travel to the icy waters of Alaska, home to the world's only certified sustainable salmon fishery, where Chef Littledog guides us through the remarkable story of wild salmon and goes fishing right next to hungry grizzly bears as they dive for fish. Recipes: Wild Alaska Salmon Stuffed with Bread Pudding & Mushrooms; Risotto-Encrusted Wild Alaska Salmon Steak. D
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Christina Cooks "Cleaning Up Our Act" Including foods that help cleanse the system is essential to keep bodies in top working conditions. Christina cooks food to do just that: Stuffed Zucchini, Sicilian Style, and Asian Pears with Star Anise. D
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Wild Nevada "Great Basin National Park" This trip features Great Basin National Park. Located in the eastern Nevada, the park offers a variety of activities and experiences. Great Basin National Park encompasses the famous Lehman caves, bristlecone pine groves, camp-grounds, a multitude of hiking trails, 13 peaks above 11,000 feet and Nevada's one and only glacier. D
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In The Americas with David Yetman "Day of the Dead: A Mexican Celebration" Many Native American groups in pre-Conquest Mexico celebrated one day each year when their deceased ancestors would visit them - El Dia de los Muertos. Yetman finds that this ancient tradition has become the state of Oaxaca's most important celebration with parades, home altars and gaily decorated graves.G
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The Woodwright's Shop "Hurray for Hickory!" This essential American wood has what it takes as we make wooden rakes and rounded reels from steam-bent stock. D
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Woodsmith Shop "Mobile Shop Cart" A large work surface, heavy-duty construction, and plenty of storage make this a must-have project for any shop. The Woodsmith editors show you how to build this multi-purpose shop cart with easy-to-find, inexpensive materials.G
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The Victory Garden "Dark" Host Jamie Durie visits the San Francisco Botanical Garden to see how they have worked dark plants into their collections. For dark shade, investigate a moss garden.G
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For Your Home "Building, Part 2" Vicki shares the latest on energy efficient windows, doors, roofing, siding and heating and cooling systems. Then visit a cutting-edge stone yard for expert advice on selecting the right stone. D
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Martha's Sewing Room "Tools and Techniques of Hand Applique" Techniques for making hand applique enjoyable; Sew Quick, Sew Easy block envelope; Heirloom Quilting technique attaching Swiss insertion to a quilted square; Hand embroidered French knot ribbon rose. Guests: Mary Warner-Stone, Nina McVeigh, Gloria McKinnon. D
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Best of the Joy of Painting "High Tide" Bob Ross' gentle brush strokes create bending palm trees on the edge of a sea coast, just before the water reaches high point. D
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Joanne Weir's Cooking Confidence "You Say Tomato" When it is tomato season, it is sometimes difficult to keep up with the bounty. Joanne prepares a chilled tomato and Greek yogurt soup, and then teaches her student Jack the versatility of roasted cherry tomatoes, showcasing them in a lamb sirloin salad. Recipes: Chilled Tomato and Greek Yogurt Soup, Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, and Lamb Sirloin Salad with Feta and Roasted Cherry Tomatoes. D
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Joanne Weir's Cooking Class "Asparagus Soup & Grilled Herbed Lamb Leg" Joanne teaches her student Cheryl the basics of soup-making and using fresh and dried herbs to create two delicious recipes. Recipes: (1) ASPARAGUS SOUP WITH LEMON CREME FRAICHE, (2) GRILLED LEG OF LAMB WITH LAVENDER-ROSEMARY RUB. Student: Cheryl Kovalchik - Entertainment Marketing. D
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Destinos: An Introduction to Spanish "El Comienzo (The Beginning)" This episode introduces numbers, how to ask directions, and basic phrases and questions one might use when getting to know someone.G
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Destinos: An Introduction to Spanish "Perdido (Lost)" This episode introduces school subjects, how the grading system works in Spanish secondary schools, and basic conversation about school, food, and traveling around Sevilla.G
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Learning Science Through Inquiry "Assessing Inquiry" Assessment is an ongoing process in the classroom. This program looks at a variety of assessment strategies that range from the very informal formative assessments to formal summative assessments, and explores the purposes each can serve.G
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Mechanical Universe And Beyond, The "Voltage, Energy, and Force" When is electricity dangerous or benign, spectacular or useful?. D
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Mechanical Universe And Beyond, The "Electric Battery" Volta invents the electric battery using the internal properties of different metals. D
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Discovering Psychology "Cognitive Neuroscience" Cognitive neuroscience represents the attempt to understand mental processes at the level of the brain's functioning and not merely from information-processing models and theories. It relies heavily on an empirical analysis of what is happening in the brain, and where, when a person thinks, reasons, decides, judges, encodes information, recalls information, learns, and solves problems.G
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Discovering Psychology "Cultural Psychology" This newly emerging field is integrating cross-cultural research with social and personality psychology, anthropology, and other social sciences. Its main new perspective is focused on how cultures construct selves and other central aspects of individual personality, beliefs, values, emotions, and much of what we are and do.G
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Biz Kid$ "Understanding Your Paycheck" What's on your stub, bub? The Biz Kids use a modern American pay stub to explore various social movements of the last century. From unions to social security and from workman's compensation to the 401(k) plans of today-it's all there on the stub. Plus, you'll meet entrepreneurs and explore how they started their businesses. D
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The Electric Company "Oh Danny Boy" Hector and Danny join forces in a doubles ping pong tournament. Will they find friendship in victory?. D
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Cyberchase "A Tikiville Turkey Day" Hacker steals the legendary Egg of Benedicta - and the lush landscape of Tikiville wilts and turns brown. The spirit of the Tikians is crushed and Creech is in big trouble unless the CyberSquad can help! When their attempt recover the Egg from Hacker fails, they hatch a new plan to replace the Egg. By studying patterns in nature, can they recreate the nest and restore peace and harmony to Tikiville? EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVE: Find the rule for a pattern you observe in the natural world and you can use what you have learned to make similar patterns of your own. D
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Essential Pepin "Eggs-Quisite" Quiche With Bacon; Eggs Jeannette; Flan With Green Herbs; Spinach, Ham And Parmesan Souffle. D
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America's Test Kitchen from Cook's Illustrated "Sweet Summer Endings" Test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to fresh Strawberry Pie. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews paring knives in the Equipment Corner. And finally, test cook Yvonne Ruperti shows host Christopher Kimball how to make the ultimate Summer Peach Cake, and science expert Guy Crosby reveals why water makes pie pastry tough. D
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Pati's Mexican Table "Puebla: Food from a Colonial Jewel" Travel with Pati to the state of Puebla to see why it isn't just the site of the legendary Cinco de Mayo battle - it's also home to some of Mexico's most luscious, delectable culinary treats. Creamy Poblano Soup; Chicken Tinga; Glazed Santa Clara Cookies. D
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The Woodwright's Shop "Hurray for Hickory!" This essential American wood has what it takes as we make wooden rakes and rounded reels from steam-bent stock. D
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Rick Steves' Europe "Normandy: War-Torn Yet Full of Life" After exploring the half-timbered charm of Rouen, we reflect on Monet's lily ponds, peek in on local artisans, and set up an easel at Honfleur's harbor. We venture into composer Eric Satie's eccentric world and feast on the finest of Normandy cuisine. After pondering sacrifice and celebrating freedom on the D-Day beaches, we hike with pilgrims to the enchanted island abbey of Mont St. Michel.G
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Burt Wolf: Travels & Traditions "Cruising The Netherlands" Burt starts his trip in Amsterdam, and makes his way south to Middelburg in Holland where we visit its Norbertine Abbey. Next we stop into Keukenhof Gardens, the world's largest outdoor exhibition of flowers and learn about Tulip Mania which was the economic crises of the 1600s. Next we visit Middelburg and the Abbey of Our Lady to find out how the Dutch Delta Works saved the country. D
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America's Test Kitchen from Cook's Illustrated "Sweet Summer Endings" Test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to fresh Strawberry Pie. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews paring knives in the Equipment Corner. And finally, test cook Yvonne Ruperti shows host Christopher Kimball how to make the ultimate Summer Peach Cake, and science expert Guy Crosby reveals why water makes pie pastry tough. D
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Burt Wolf: What We Eat "Simple Pleasures: Mediterranean Foods in the Americas" Burt looks at the history of the foods of the Mediterranean and how they have affected people in Europe and the Americas.G
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Rick Steves' Europe "Normandy: War-Torn Yet Full of Life" After exploring the half-timbered charm of Rouen, we reflect on Monet's lily ponds, peek in on local artisans, and set up an easel at Honfleur's harbor. We venture into composer Eric Satie's eccentric world and feast on the finest of Normandy cuisine. After pondering sacrifice and celebrating freedom on the D-Day beaches, we hike with pilgrims to the enchanted island abbey of Mont St. Michel.G
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Billy Sullivan lives and works in New York City and East Hampton, NY. He has exhibited both nationally and internationally since 1971. His work was included in the 2006 Whitney Biennial, and in 2007 his first museum survey was exhibited at Guild Hall of East Hampton. He is represented in New York by Nicole Klagsbrun Gallery and his art is in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art, New York; the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York; The Denver Art Museum, and The Ellipse Foundation Contemporary Art Collection, Portugal, among many other public and private collections.


text: The Apparitions of Our Lady of Lourdes From December 8, 2007 through December 8, 2008, the Church celebrated the 150th anniversary of the apparitions of the Virgin Mary at Lourdes, France to the 14-year-old Bernadette Soubirous. The first took place on February 11, 1858, and was followed by seventeen more through July 16, 1858. The official feast day of these apparitions is observed on February 11. In celebration of the apparitions, Pope Benedict visited Lourdes from September 13 to September 15, 2008. On that cold day in February, young Bernadette was out gathering driftwood and other sticks for firewood with her sister and a friend. They left her behind and crossed a cold river, but she was reluctant to follow due to her constant poor health. Just as she was about to follow them, she heard a rustling noise, turned, and saw a vision of a beautiful young lady in a hollow of the Massabielle rock. During this first apparition, Bernadette fell to her knees and prayed the Rosary, the figure following along with beads she held in her hands. Once the five decades were said the figure smiled and disappeared. Upon her return to the grotto a few days later, Bernadette saw the figure again while saying the Rosary, though none of those who had accompanied her this time were able to see it. Some were convinced she had seen a soul from purgatory. The third apparition took place on February 18, when the Lady asked Bernadette to come back every day for the next two weeks, which Bernadette agreed to do. The Lady also told Bernadette that she did not promise to make her happy in this life, but in the next. On Sunday February 21, after having seen the vision, Bernadette was questioned by the imperial agent who determined that she was sincere but delusional. The same day, the commissary of police questioned her as well, telling her to stay away from the grotto and that it was becoming a public disturbance. The following day she initially did not intend to return to the grotto, partially out of obedience to her mother, but felt herself being pulled there later in the day. There was no sighting that day, the 22nd, but she knew she had to keep her promise to the Lady, and continued to go each day. On February 25, while being watched by the large crowd that had been growing over the past week, Bernadette crawled on her knees into the grotto, where she began to scratch at the ground. She had been told by the vision to drink and wash in a spring there, although there was initially only a small amount of muddy water. After digging and getting three separate scoops of water, each too muddy to drink, she was able to drink the fourth. Many jeered at her for this, because when she turned to face the crowd after drinking the water, her face was muddy and she was chewing grass that the Lady had told her to eat. People who had previously thought her a pious and blessed girl now began to think she might simply be crazy. By the end of the day, however, the spring there had reached the nearby Gave river, and within a matter of days it began to be the source of many miraculous events. The water still flows today, and continues to heal people of various ailments. Bernadette saw the apparition each day of the fifteen days she had been told to come through March 4, with the exception of one Monday and one Friday. During one of sightings, the Lady told Bernadette to have the priests build a church at the site, but they did not listen right away because they didn't believe it was real, and wanted to see a miracle and to know who it was that was appearing. Each time Bernadette had asked the Lady her name, she just smiled but did not answer. After the end of the fifteen days, Bernadette did not know if she would see the Lady again, but continued visiting the grotto. On March 25, the feast of the Annunciation, she felt compelled to go, and Mary appeared to her again. This time, Bernadette asked three times for the Lady's name, to which she finally responded in the local dialect Bernadette knew, "Que soy era Immaculado Conceptiou," or "I am the Immaculate Conception." The dogma of the Immaculate Conception of Mary had only been declared four years before this, and Bernadette had never heard of it, but ran and told the priest what she had heard. This proved that it was Mary who had been appearing to Bernadette. Mary once again appeared to Bernadette on April 7, during which there were reports that the flame of a candle Bernadette had brought with her burned her hand for several minutes – yet she had no marks or damages on her hand. The final apparition took place July 16, the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, when Bernadette was once again drawn to the spot. By this time the grotto had been blocked from the public and Bernadette had to look from the far side of the Gave river, yet when Mary appeared she looked no further away than she had all the other times. The apparitions received pastoral approval by the Bishop in 1862 after a lengthy investigation, and in 1876, a church was consecrated upon the Massabielle rock, and less than a decade later construction began on another church when the first was not large enough for the multitudes of people who visited the grotto. This Basilica of the Rosary was consecrated in 1901. In the same year, Pope Leo XIII allowed a special office and Mass for the occasion, and in 1907 the observance of the feast was extended to the whole Church by Pope Pius X. Today the site remains as popular as ever, being the most visited pilgrimage site and a favorite shrine dedicated to Our Lady. Visited by many especially those looking to be miraculously healed from an ailment or disease, the water at the grotto often helps those who drink from it or bathe in it. This article is adapted from Butler's Lives of the Saints.


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Office park purchase, new client, partnership agreement
A joint venture of Bergman Real Estate Group and Gottesman Real Estate Partners announced Wednesday the purchase of Aspen Corporate Park, a 91,700-square-foot, two-building office park in Woodbridge. The acquisition is the third joint venture between the companies, which also own an office building in Paramus and an office building in Secaucus.
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The entry deadline is Monday, Feb. 11 for the Youth Talent Contest sponsored by the Chillicothe Area Arts Council.
The competition will be Saturday morning, Feb. 23, at First Christian Church, 900 Jackson Street, in Chillicothe, but entrants must be pre-registered by the Feb. 11 deadline to compete. Area youth instrumentalists or vocalists are invited to enter this juried competition. There is no entry fee.
The competition includes two performance categories — individual or group, and two age categories, 6 to 12 years of age, and 13 to 18 years of age. Monetary prizes will be awarded in each category and in each age group with $75 for first place and $50 for second place.
Entry forms are available by emailing the Chillicothe Area Arts Council at email@example.com and requesting a Youth Talent Competition Form, or forms may be picked up at the Chillicothe Area Chamber of Commerce office, 514 Washington Street.
This year, the public is invited to attend the contest. Entrants will be scheduled to perform between 9 a.m. and noon on Feb. 23, and the public can watch all or part of the competition. For more information, contact the Chillicothe Area Arts Council at 660-646-1173.
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The entry deadline is Monday, Feb. 11 for the Youth Talent Contest sponsored by the Chillicothe Area Arts Council.


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Katherine Webb, the former Miss Alabama who is dating Crimson Tide QB AJ McCarron, will appear in this year's SI Swimsuit issue – Kate Upton is on the cover – wearing this bikini top. Webb, who was made famous by Brent Musburger during the Notre Dame-Alabama game last month, attended Auburn University.
Less than 72 hours after the ESPN cameras were fixated on Webb, and she stole the show during a boring BCS title game, Webb was asked to be in the SI Swimsuit Issue.
So Dancing with the Stars is next, right?
Related: Katherine Webb-Fueled Twitter Feud: Dockett Calls McCarron a Sissy & Wants to Box. McCarron Wants to Count Rings
Related: Katherine Webb Learns to be a Cheerleader, is Covering the Heck out of the Super Bowl
Previously: Paul Bissonnette on AJ McCarron's Girlfriend: "I started following her friends and stuff on twitter, I went full creep mode on her."
Previously: Katherine Webb – AJ McCarron's Girlfriend – is Going to be in the 2013 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue


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Classic blue on country white, there's a soothing calmness found in this compact bedroom for two. A dramatic yet uncomplicated diamond pattern painted on the wall creates a backdrop for an ever-changing display of images - everything from a cartoon paintbrush to a best friend's photo. And all presided over from the pillows by four fluffy, white dogs.
Innovative bunk beds are reminiscent of berths found aboard the great ocean liners. But this vessel of the sea is also home to mythical creatures - frogs dressed in dapper waistcoats, whimsical caterpillars of yellow and sherbet green who live inside a lower drawer, and a long-eared puppy dog who guards four purses carefully hung below on wall pegs. Faux fur cushions and plenty of pillows encourage many adventures among a world of characters who live on the pages of a good book.
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Mitt Romney shook hands with parade-goers on the Fourth of July in Wolfeboro, N.H. The Romneys are on a weeklong vacation at their Wolfeboro compund.
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Mitt Romney and Ann walked with their grandchildren across Main Street in Wolfeboro, N.H.
Mitt Romney and Ann ate ice cream from Bailey's Bubble in Wolfeboro.
The Fourth of July vacation in Wolfeboro is an annual event for the Romneys.
Mitt and Ann rode a jet ski around Lake Winnipesaukee.
Romney has been invited to march in Wolfeboro's Fourth of July parade.
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Mitt Romney and his family on the beach at his Wolfeboro home.
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A scrapbook compiled by teenager Karin Patriquin opens with the words "The house had weathered around 130 Quebec winters. Judging by its New England architecture and white wooden shingles, the builder might have come from the British Isles. The foundation was made of rocks brought in from the fields."
Young Karin was documenting the life of a small, one-storey farmhouse that her parents, Donald and Heidi Patriquin, had bought in St. Étienne de Bolton, back in 1967. That was Expo year and because so many Montrealers were focusing on the World Fair rather than taking trips out into the country, the real estate market was in a downturn. In the Eastern Townships, there were bargains to be had.
"The asking price was $18,000 for 145 acres of land, two barns, a milk house, an apple orchard and a shed housing a wagon and plow," recalled Donald Patriquin. "I didn't have much money so I offered the seller $12,000 and he took it!"
Today, the property is worth many times its original price, but in size and appearance it is very different from the original. What was a neglected 19th-century farmhouse has evolved into a rambling family home with so many rooms that Patriquin says, tongue in cheek, he "isn't quite sure" of the exact number.
Over the years, Patriquin, a composer and former music professor at McGill University, "who knows his way around wood" has slowly renovated and enlarged the building. Whipping it into shape has been a lifelong passion and although he has done much of the work himself, he was helped along the way by family, friends and his second wife, Louise Racette, a psychotherapist.
"In the beginning, the site was pretty bleak," said Patriquin. "The fields hadn't been plowed for years, so one of the first things I did was plant 3,000 pine trees. That was in 1973. A couple of years later I added another 4,000."
The landscape is now heavily wooded but close to the house, Patriquin has retained open patches of garden for growing vegetables and flowers. (The apple trees remain and they still bear fruit.) In the middle of the garden is a large, partly walled gazebo. Powered by a solar unit, it has running water and counter space for preparing meals.
Both Patriquin and Racette have been married before, and between them the couple has 10 grandchildren, with another on the way. According to Racette, one of the reasons they built the gazebo ("really a summer kitchen") was so that the adults could keep an eye on the kids while they ran around in the fresh air.
The house itself, which is furnished with antiques, has expanded in all directions - up, down and sideways, climbing to four levels. On the ground floor is a kitchen, bathroom and an open-plan dining and living area, which extends into a music room. A couple steps down from the dining area is a sun room which, in turn, leads to a basement workshop and a small bedroom. Above this section of the house is Racette's office and consultancy room.
A steep, narrow stairway leads from the dining area to a landing, off which are a couple bedrooms, one with an ensuite bathroom. On the top storey is a studio with a large window and a parquet floor, where Racette likes to paint. (There is original artwork throughout the house, some by Racette, others by noted Québécois painters.)
Renovating the farmhouse presented many challenges - from discovering termites behind some of the old cladding, to the onerous task of having to replace the inadequate insulation, which consisted only of horsehair mixed with oakum.
When Patriquin opened up the walls he was horrified to find that the joists had been installed as if the house were a barn, over one metre apart instead of 40 centimetres, which is the norm today.
The biggest challenge, though, was raising the roof. At the time, he was married to his first wife and his son, Martin, was on the way.
"The house was pretty small at that stage and we needed more space for the baby," said Patriquin. "I realized I had to create another storey, so I stripped everything off, leaving a huge, gaping hole in the ceiling.
"It had been a particularly dry summer so I reckoned I could risk working in the open air for a couple of days, but it suddenly started to pour, drenching everything in sight. It was as if God was just waiting to send me a message! I kept saying to myself 'what have I done to this poor house?' Eventually, of course, everything dried out."
Enlarging the building and replacing worn-out materials tried Patriquin's patience on more than one occasion, but there were surprises as well - not all of them unpleasant. While working on the kitchen ceiling, Patriquin discovered a little box containing a pair of handmade children's shoes, tucked up behind the plaster.
The significance of this curious find was lost on him at first, but since then he has learned that the custom of putting shoes into a building when it was being constructed was fairly common in days gone by. (Among some cultures, it was believed to ward off the devil or to bring good luck.)
The most recent addition to the house was completed in 2009, when a music room was tagged on to the living area.
This time, Patriquin didn't get involved in the construction, because it was "a big, expensive job," but with the help of daughter Karin, he and Racette sketched out some ideas.
Interestingly, the teenager, who so many decades ago created the scrapbook about "the house that had weathered 130 Quebec winters," grew up to be an architect.
Brainstorming with Patriquin and Racette, she streamlined their designs.
The end result is an airy, 220-square-foot space with gleaming hardwood floors. The music room is separated from the living area by pocket doors that slide discreetly into the walls to create privacy when Patriquin is composing. The doors have glass panels, so even when they're closed, they don't block out the light.
Furnished with an antique steamer trunk from Racette's family, a couple of black leather tub chairs, bookshelves, a futon and Patriquin's grand piano, the colourful room has a cathedral ceiling and four, multi-paned windows. There are twin patio doors at the far end, in the middle of which stands a wood-burning stove. Potted plants lend a splash of greenery.
According to Patriquin, the music room is "definitely the final addition" to the house.
In fact, he says, because of changes in construction rules, he is not allowed to expand the building any further.
"An inspector came by one day and tried to tell me that the house did not meet current building specifications because it was built too close to the road. I gently pointed out that the house was here long before the road went in. That was the last I heard of him!"


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Contractors face difficulties getting lenders to fund new homes, but county regulations aren't really a problem, the president of the Hendersonville Home Builders Association told a regulation review advisory committee Thursday.
Contractors face difficulties getting lenders to fund new homes, but county regulations aren't really a problem, the president of the Hendersonville Home Builders Association told a regulation review advisory committee Thursday.
David Mayo, who runs Providence Custom Homes of WNC in Fletcher, told the panel assigned by commissioners to seek out excessive or burdensome regulations that Henderson County's building inspectors are easy to reach and great to work with.
"I do want to brag on our building inspections department," Mayo said. "Anytime you have a question, you can call any of the inspectors. You've got their cell numbers and they're very, very accessible and very responsive."
He added that the county's permitting process is fluid and transparent, thanks to online access that allows contractors to track the status of inspections and permits from their computers or smartphones.
Committee Chairman Bert Lemkes said he appreciated hearing compliments about the county's inspectors, but added, "What we, obviously, as a committee are looking for are things that hinder your work." He encouraged Mayo to ask his members to fill out a survey the committee put on the county's website.
"I don't want to say there's nothing," Mayo said. "We're going to dig a little deeper."
County Attorney Russ Burrell reported that the county's survey has drawn a total of 12 responses since it went up April 5, not a large enough sampling to reach any conclusions yet. That's four more than the committee had received by its April 18 meeting.
Mayo said the most recent hindrance to builders is a state-mandated law, effective April 1, that requires contractors to designate a title insurance company or other lien agent and submit that name to the county when they apply for a building permit.
Committee member Jeff Justus, a commercial real estate broker, asked Mayo if there were any unnecessary county regulations that caused him to increase the cost of a home, in particular soil compaction tests. Mayo said such tests do add to the cost of a home, but "should be done."
Kenneth Gordon, another committee member, asked Mayo if he had issues related to erosion control or "site prep" that increased the costs of homes. Not with smaller projects, Mayo said, but "there are some large ones that I'm sure it does increase the cost. I'd like to talk to people and find out more."
A question about traffic impact studies from committee member Larry Baber sparked a lively discussion, but Mayo said he didn't have a beef with them. Justus, however, offered an example of over-regulation involving the city of Hendersonville. He said state transportation officials told him regardless of what his traffic study said, they weren't going to change the road.
"But the city still required that study because it's written on the page," Justus said. "I said, 'Can we make a donation to the city for a park rather than do the study?' No, it says you have to do a study. It wasted $5,000."
The county only requires a traffic impact study for new commercial or residential uses generating 100 vehicle trips per hour or 1,000 such trips per day, said Zoning Administrator Toby Linville. Interim Planning Director Autumn Radcliff said she could recall only two traffic impact studies in the past six years.
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It has been a tough week for the Leavenworth boys' basketball team.
After stretching its record to 6-3 Thursday, the Pioneers suffered its third straight loss Tuesday. This time, a 67-58 defeat at the hands of Topeka Hayden.
"We were just sloppy with the basketball," Leavenworth coach Larry Hogan said.
"They shot the ball real well, but teams will do that when you give them open looks. We left players open on the perimeter and turned the ball over too much and you aren't going to win that way."
The first period saw both teams begin well offensively, ending with Topeka up 19-16.
The Pioneers then captured a quick advantage that transformed into a Topeka lead before halftime.
From there, the home team never surrounded the edge.
Leavenworth did make a push in the second half, cutting the deficit to seven. Yet, it couldn't string together enough baskets to continue the rally.
"The last couple of games we have had times where we go on 10-0 runs," Hogan said, "but we're having trouble keeping them going. We have to make more shots at the end of these streaks to really make an impact."
Cameron Wiggins finished with 23 points for Leavenworth while Jeff George added 14 and Jason Randall 12.
Leavenworth, 6-6, will travel to Lawrence Tuesday for a 7 p.m. contest.
"The good thing is that we have five days to get healthy and figure out some issues," the Pioneer coach said. "We are still trying to find ourselves and that can take time."
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Riveting stories, both dramatic and whimsical, alternated on "Four Star Playhouse," one of the "gold standard" anthology series from the exciting era of early TV. Three of the show's producers, Dick Powell, Charles Boyer and David Niven, headline these outstanding episodes directed by such Hollywood stalwarts as Blake Edwards and Robert Florey.
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So the Amish, a traditionalist Christian group, who are recognized for their simple dress, rejection of modern technology and use of the horse and buggy, have a mafia. Who knew? Apparently, not the Amish church, which, according to the show "Amish Mafia," denies the existence of this underground gang of thugs who are all about making money in the guise of policing their community.
Season 2 of "Amish Mafia" focuses on the bad blood between rival bosses "Lebanon Levi" of Lancaster, Pa., and Merlin of Ohio. Instead of highlighting the real lives of a little-understood community, this series creates pseudo drama by elevating petty men to the level of gangsters.
This season, Levi is having trouble keeping his "enforcers" in line. Right-hand man Alvin lost his driver's license after getting into trouble in Florida, while "Crazy Dave" is finding sobriety difficult. Jolin, the Mennonite on Levi's crew, walked out on the boss last season but feels the pull to come back to the life. A young guy named Caleb joins the gang and, eager to prove himself, is sent on a few missions. These include scaring off a guy selling mobile phones to Amish kids and running a photographer out of town who is taking and selling photos of the community.
As all "mafia dons" know, life as the boss is about maintaining power, and Levi is fighting to keep Merlin from taking his. Merlin wants revenge because Levi engineered his excommunication from the church in Season 1, so he collects Levi's unburned trash and examines it for ways to bring him down. Merlin is disgusted at Levi's "English" or non-Amish ways, telling us that all Amish burn their garbage because they don't want outsiders knowing their business. Either that, or Amish aren't too keen on paying for waste disposal. Either way, Merlin discovers that Levi is running a secret maple syrup business that he promptly sends his enforcer, a little person named Wayne, to destroy. As Wayne chops trees, Merlin sits nearby and quotes passages from the Bible.
Then there's Esther. Esther has recently returned to Lancaster, but her odd brothers and their habit of getting into trouble with the police is damaging the family name. It's hard to figure out exactly what Esther wants, but she's sly and probably the most interesting character in a show that is impossible to take seriously.
Maybe it's all the re-enactments with blurred faces meant to "ensure the safety of innocent Amish," or the soundtrack that moves between "Deliverance"-style fiddle playing to something you might hear on an episode of "Dateline." It might be an editing style that cuts scenic shots of Amish children playing with broody shots of sinister looking farm equipment. Or it could be the feeling that you're watching a bad foreign film as subtitles flash onscreen to translate the "Pennsylvania Dutch" (which sounds like a slang version of German) everyone speaks.
But mostly, I find this series silly because I grew up in Lancaster, Pa., and feel somewhat protective of this rural town and its population. While my experience with Amish was limited to hearing the clomp, clomp of their horse and buggies trotting down my street on Sunday mornings, I did know one Amish person. Her name is Rachel and she was my boss when I was in high school working part time as a cook in a local restaurant.
Rachel was tough but fair, and she had a sharp sense of humor. She broke barriers and taught me that we weren't so different despite the very different lives we lead. The producers of "Amish Mafia" should have tracked her down. She would have been a far better representation than this little gang of bullies.
"Amish Mafia" is on Tuesdays at 9 p.m. EDT on Discovery.
Melissa Crawley is the author of "Mr. Sorkin Goes to Washington: Shaping the President on Television's 'The West Wing.'" She has a PhD in media studies and is a member of the Television Critics Association. To comment on Stay Tuned, email her at firstname.lastname@example.com or follow her on Twitter at @MelissaCrawley.
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So the Amish, a traditionalist Christian group, who are recognized for their simple dress, rejection of modern technology and use of the horse and buggy, have a mafia. Who knew? Apparently, not the Amish church, which, according to the show "Amish Mafia," denies the existence of this underground gang of thugs who are all about making money in the guise of policing their community.


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OKLAHOMA CITY — "Just three years ago, Oklahoma was ranked 49th by the United Health Foundation in their national report.," saiid State Sen. Brian Crain, R-Tulsa,. " The fact that in those three years we've been able to move to 43rd is proof of our dedication to addressing critical public health concerns. I particularly want to point out the hard work of the Oklahoma State Department of Health.
However, Crain urged continued efforts to improve.
" ... it is important for us to build on those efforts in the months and years to come. We must continue to raise public awareness about the importance of actively pursuing a healthy lifestyle and help more Oklahomans take advantage of a host of programs created and administered at the state level, whether they are smoking cessation programs, prenatal and parenting programs or other healthy initiatives."


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Like a scene from a fairy tale, this green iron patio is surrounded by thick vines. A bowl of fresh produce and a blue vase bursting with colorful blooms add pops of color.
Courtyard Fountain
A quartet of benches surrounds a fountain in this Parisian-looking courtyard. Potted plants flank the benches to add color and charm.
Secluded Sitting Area
A dense garden conceals this cozy sitting area. Dark green painted chairs echo the natural setting, while a fire pit in the center calls for nighttime entertaining.
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Whimsical Wonderland
Let your imagination run wild in this magical garden. A white paper lantern is suspended above a table for two set for tea. A rabbit statue standing guard adds a touch of "Alice in Wonderland" whimsy.
Relaxing Garden View
With 360-degree views, this covered dining area is the ideal place to settle back with a glass of wine and watch the colors of the garden change as the sun sets.
Tree-Hugging Bench
You can't get much closer to nature than being embraced by an ancient tree. Even the soft greens and lilacs of the bench are reflected in the tree's natural tones.
Dreamy & Durable Mississippi Garden
This glorious year-round garden in Natchez, Mississippi, features plants that can survive the region's blistering heat as well as its chilly winter nights. An Italian-cast bronze crane surrounded by water papyrus, lilies, and hyacinths anchors the fountain in this front garden. At the base are alternating pots of Blue Daze flowers and chrysanthemums.
Chess Garden
An oversized chessboard is an unexpected installation at this pastoral Virginia dairy farm. With pieces made of teak, the "chess garden" intrigues visiting children and adults alike.
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Green Gathering Space
Underneath an ornate chandelier, this garden patio set is the perfect place for al fresco dining or impromptu tea parties. Iron fixtures allow for outdoor permanence; stone tiles provide a level surface for the table and chairs.
Poolside Patio
Dramatic twin staircases lead down to this entertaining area. A salvaged stone lion's head serves as the pool's fountainhead; the shady green lawn surrounds the pool area from above.
Shady Orchard Garden
This shady New Hampshire garden is ideal for a daytime stroll. The orchard effect comes from 20 fastigiate hornbeams underplanted with boxes of European ginger.
Simply Elegant Garden Table
Simplicity speaks volumes in this sun-dappled sitting area. Stone furniture acquires moss for a natural patina; wooden chairs are equipped with soft ivory seat cushions.
Quaint Guest House
A blue roof captures the hue of both the sky and the nearby Blue Ridge Mountains in this idyllic setting. Once a stone smokehouse, this building has been renovated into a guesthouse and rental property.
Lovely Desert Garden
This San Diego-area garden is both charming and drought-resistant. Shaded by a melaleuca tree, the bench was created out of rock left from the home's construction. It's part of a restful vignette that hints at the couple's love of Southwestern touches, including rock slabs from Mexico and many ambassadors of the region's native plant life in the garden.
Dark Backyard Elegance
Black makes a striking statement in this sunny Hawaiian yard. Graphic silver pillows pop against the dark chairs and deep jungle beyond. Matching orbs hanging from the branches lend a contemporary touch.
Sweet Tea Party Set
A tiny table-and-bench set is the perfect spot for little tea parties and afternoon sandwiches. Small feet won't disrupt the natural grass carpeting underneath.
Charming Garden & Dining Area
Multiple archways with French doors open this home up to the exquisite entertaining and garden area just outside. Partially covered by a wooden pergola, the expansive space offers just the right amount of shade.
Rustic Seating Area
Towering trees filter the sunlight in this inviting scene. A lantern hanging above welcomes guests after dark. Chairs and a curved bench carved from large pieces of wood lend a rustic charm to the setting.
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Life insurance acquisition, navigation solutions buyout, ingredients production deal.
Prudential Insurance Co. of America, a subsidiary of Newark-based Prudential Financial Inc., announced Wednesday it has acquired the individual life insurance arm of Connecticut-based The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. for $615 million in cash to broaden its insurance product and distribution capabilities.
Navigation solutions provider ALK Technologies Inc., in Princeton, today announced it has been acquired by transportation company Trimble, in Sunnyvale, Calif., to expand their logistics product portfolio. Terms were not disclosed.
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The Saints finished a strong third place when they hosted their annual St. James Area Classic on Saturday Dec. 8.
LCWM won the tournament with 187 team points. Minneota was second with 184 points and the Saints had 176 team points.
The Saints finished a strong third place when they hosted their annual St. James Area Classic on Saturday Dec. 8.
LCWM won the tournament with 187 team points. Minneota was second with 184 points and the Saints had 176 team points.
The fourth place team was NRHEG and they trailed the leaders with 102 points. LeSueur-Henderson and DeLasalle were the other teams rounding out the six team field.
Saints Head Coach Gene Hildebrandt said he felt very good about the way the team wrestled. "If one or two matches went the other way we would have had a chance to win it," he said.
The Saints had four champions. After starting the season at 120, Cody Hanson dropped down to 113 and won that weight class. He decisively won his first two matches and then won the championship by a 4-3 score over a Minneota wrestler.
Richy Soto was crowned the champion at 126. Like Hanson, Soto's path to the championship was similar. He had two comfortable wins and then a tight 6-4 victory over a LCWM wrestler.
The Saints next two champs were in the upper weights. Devon Wolle won the championship by a fall at 1:49 of the first period. Wolle opened with a pin, but his match that got him to the champion round was a tough 6-2 over a LCWM wrestler. Victor Torres won the heavyweight match with a 5-3 win over a LCWM wrestler.
The Saints had two second place finishers. Kody Curry took second at 145 and Adrian Torres took second at 220. "Adrian had a nice tourney," Hildebrandt said.
The Saints had four third place finishers. Mario Garcia at 106, Angel Zamarripa at 120, Isaac Carreon at 138 and Ryan Westman won third place with a fall in 1:39 of the first period. "Westman finished strong," the head coach said.
"Mario had some nice wins against a couple of tough wrestlers," Hildebrandt said.
Connor Engel at 152, Zack Gleiter at 160 and Colin Hoppe at 182 finished fourth. Sammy Guzman finished fifth with a technical fall over his opponent.
Saints win big over Fulda 58-10
The Saints traveled to Fulda last Thursday and came away with a decisive dual meet victory.
The Saints had five falls in the meet. Mario Garcia got it going at 106 with a pin at 2:54 of the second period.
Cody Hanson and Richy Soto had pins in the first period. In the upper weight classes Colin Hoppe and Victor Torres had third period pins.
Sammy Guzman, Zack Gleiter and Devin Wolle collected forfeits.
Isaac Carreon won 11-2, Kody Curry won 4-1 and Connor Engel won 6-0.
A couple of the Saints had tough losses. Ryan Westman and Adrian Torres both lost to wrestlers they lost to last year, but they wrestled better against them this time around. "Adrian had a tough loss, in the last few seconds," his Head Coach said.
The Saints next wrestle at the Redwood River Riot on Friday, Dec. 14, and Saturday Dec. 15.
The site is the Redwood Area Schools and there will be 28 teams competing in the tournament. It is the largest wrestling tournament in southern Minnesota.


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McAuliffe just accused Moran of supporting legislation that allowed payday lending into the state. It's true, but at the time most lawmakers thought the bill would regulate the industry and prevent it...
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May 19, 2009 12:39 PM
Still with us? We're live in Annandale at the Washington Post debate. 2:57 p.m.: And that's it folks. Thanks for joining us. 2:56 p.m.: This debate it's Deeds with a more negative closing. Virginians don't...
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McAuliffe again claimed today that he is accepting no money from Dominion, the state's biggest energy provider. While technically true, McAuliffe didn't volunteer (but opponent Creigh Deeds did in his...
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This is a random page. Just jotting down ideas about design.
Code Reuse:
Libraries, even more so than addons, need to have very specific design goals.
Critiques of Other Addons, and Other Stuff
CT Raid
CT Raid performs poorly. This is a result of poor design (remember when CT Raid and Boss mods were one?), a lack of updates to take into account API additions, and also the decision to retain compatibility with older versions of CT Raid. The only real solution is to rewrite CT Raid, breaking compatibility with older versions like Apple did with OSX.
They're working on CT Raid 2, as a complete rewrite. This should be good news, as long as its written in a modular fashion. oRA is a good idea, but CT has the network effect to its advantage.
Ace Fallacy
The usual argument is, "I replaced this group of addons with Ace'd versions, and I gained x memory!" This was NOT due to Ace. Instead, it is due to either the replacement addons being better coded, or the replacement addons having a more narrow set of features (less bloat). The best Ace can help with is code reuse, but it comes at the cost of extra overhead.
Event Handlers
A single event handler has one advantage over the "normal" way of creating event handlers for each frame: custom events. I have not done any large scale testing using a single event handler for all frames, but I would suspect that it would be marginally slower.
local f = CreateFrame("Frame") f:SetScript("OnEvent", function(self, event, ...) self:Call(event, ...) end) function f:Call(event, ...) if self[event] then for _, action in pairs(self[event]) do action(event, ...) end end end function f:Add(event, action) if not self[event] then self[event] = {action} else table.insert(self[event], action) end end function f:Remove(event, action) if self[event] then for i in self[event] do if self[event][i] == action then self[event][i] = nil end end end end


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1874 NORTHWICH will play at a higher level next season after Formby, who had beaten them to a promotion place on goal difference, resigned from the North West Counties League.
The fans-run club, who finished third in Division One with the same points tally as the Squirrels behind champions Nelson, were offered a place in the Premier Division during a phone call from league secretary John Deal to chairman Paul Stockton on Saturday.
He accepted.
"We didn't see it coming," admitted Brian Edge, vice chairman at 1874 Northwich.
"Paul asked if I was sitting down when I answered the phone, so I immediately thought he was about to deliver bad news. I wasn't expecting to hear what he said next."
The league confirmed Formby's situation in a statement.
But the Merseyside club, Division One champions in 2013, have yet to comment beyond a brief remark on one of their online social media accounts.
"We're exhausting all our final options before we confirm anything 100 per cent," it read.
"Expect a statement from us on Monday."
Bacup and Rossendale Borough, who occupied the first relegation position in the Premier Division, have already been reprieved from the drop by the FA's Leagues Committee following a reshuffle further up the non-league pyramid.
However league rules prevent a side finishing bottom of the table, in this case Wigan Robin Park, from benefitting in the same way.
As a result, 1874 Northwich will fill the vacancy made by Formby's exit.
Stockton said: "The league secretary doesn't call out of season just for a chat, so I knew it was something significant after he left a message asking me to ring him.
"I wasn't prepared for what he did say, mind!
"We were an own goal away from being promoted on the final day of the season, so had gone as close as we possibly could without going up.
"It's what [manager] Ian [Street] and the players had worked so hard from the start to achieve."
He told the Guardian that the club's board would meet shortly to discuss in detail how being promoted will impact on their preparation for next season.
An open meeting for supporters, scheduled before today's news, takes place at Lostock Social Club on Tuesday from 8pm.
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Phrenological head, Edinburgh, Scotland, 1827
Francis Gall (1758-1828) founded phrenology. This theory argued reading bumps and lumps of the skull, and therefore the brain, gave clues about a person's personality and character. This plaster cast of an unknown man was made in July 1827 and signed 'O'Neil'. Further writing is illegible. O'Neil was a maker based in Edinburgh who had published a catalogue in 1823 of phrenological heads for sale. This was just three years after the Phrenological Society was founded in Edinburgh in 1820. Phrenological heads were often cast from society figures, criminals and indigenous peoples. People carrying out consultations used them as reference guides. The cast may have been presented as evidence of the supposed 'superiority' of the European race. Phrenology became popular in the 1800s. However, it became controversial within medical circles. It was eventually dismissed by the medical profession as quackery. Phrenology was still studied in the UK until the British Phrenological Society closed in 1967.
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The study of the bumps on the outside of the skull in order to determine a person's character. It was based on the mistaken theory that the skull becomes modified according to the size of different parts of the brain.
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A representation of a human head, on which the phrenological faculties are illustrated. Phrenologists believed that one could tell personality traits by examining the bumps of the skull. The practice is now regarded as a pseudo-science.


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Prior to ITP, I worked at a multimedia company where I mostly programmed interactive books for the educational toy company, Leapfrog. Later on, I took a course in graphic design through Parsons New School and am currently giving lessons in Indian classical dance. I would like to explore the possibilities of creating interactive, educational media for children and adults at ITP.


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Winners - William Allen White Children's Book Awards | Emporia State University
Grades 3-5: "Guinea Dog" by Patrick Jennings
Grades 6-8: "Ghost Dog Secrets" by Peg Kehret
EMPORIA, KAN. — Dogs rule for readers in the 2013 William Allen White Children's Book Awards. "Guinea Dog" by Patrick Jennings (EgmontUSA) and "Ghost Dog Secrets" by Peg Kehret (Penguin Group) have been judged the best by Kansas schoolchildren.
The William Allen White Children's Book Award program was founded in 1952 by Ruth Garver Gagliardo, a specialist in children's literature for Emporia State University. One of the few literary awards that asks young readers to choose the winners, the program is directed by Emporia State University and supported in part by the Trusler Foundation.
Both authors have been invited to the awards celebration, set for Saturday, Oct. 5 in Emporia.
"Guinea Dog," selected by voters in Grades 3 through 5, tells the story of Rufus, who dreams of having a dog as a pet. But his dad objects, and his mom's solution sounds crazy. Still, Mom brings home a guinea pig for Rufus, who discovers this pig things she's a dog.
"Ghost Dog Secrets," selected by voters in Grades 6 through 8, is the story of Rusty, a sixth-grade boy who feeds a dog left chained in frigid weather with no food, water or shelter. Eventually, Rusty and his friends take the dog to their hideout. As they face multiple challenges — a snoopy sister and threats from the dog's owner — Rusty faces a new challenge when a ghost dog appears in his room and tries to lead him to an even deeper secret.
During the October awards celebration, schoolchildren from across the state of Kansas travel to Emporia for special events including lock-ins, author readings and book signings along with a parade through downtown Emporia to the awards ceremony itself. Many teachers use travel to the book awards as incentives in their school reading programs.
Additional resources:
- William Allen White Children's Book Awards: www.emporia.edu/libsv/wawbookaward/
- Egmont USA: www.egmontusa.com
- Penguin Group: www.us.penguingroup.com


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Linked by Thom Holwerda on Wed 3rd Oct 2012 13:47 UTC
"Samsung has now filed an unredacted version of its motion for judgment as a matter of law, a new trial, and/or remittitur. That's the one that was originally filed with a redacted section we figured out was about the foreman, Velvin Hogan. The judge ordered it filed unsealed, and so now we get to read all about it. It's pretty shocking to see the full story. I understand now why Samsung tried to seal it. They call Mr. Hogan untruthful in voir dire (and I gather in media interviews too), accuse him of 'implied bias' and of tainting the process by introducing extraneous 'evidence' of his own during jury deliberations, all of which calls, Samsung writes, for an evidentiary hearing and a new trial with an unbiased jury as the cure." It's a treasure trove of courtroom drama, this. Like this one: Hogan got sued by his former employer Seagate in 1993, causing him to go bankrupt. The lawyer in said case is now married to one of the partners of the law firm representing Samsung in this case. Samsung seems to implicitly - and sometimes explicitly - argue that Hogan had a score to settle in this case, because - get this - Samsung has been Seagate's largest shareholder since last year. Hogan failed to disclose the Seagate lawsuit during voire dire, which is a pretty serious matter. No matter whose side you're on, this is John Grisham-worthy.
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For the Lady-Crusaders, their new coach is everything but that.
The Wellington High School girls basketball team has a new coach, but not really. Eric Adams, newly hired to lead the Lady-Crusaders, knows his team well, having coached most of them as Lady-Knights through nine years at Wellington Middle School.
Between WMS and WHS was a one year stop as the Head Coach for the South Haven Lady-Cardinals squad that won the South Central Boarder League Tournament, was the regular season league co-champ, and not to mention won Sub-State to earn a trip to the 1A, Div. I State Basketball Tournament.
"I couldn't ask for a better experience...walked into a great situation, there were great seniors, great freshman through junior classes," Adams said. "We had a wonderful year." Now Adams will coach a Wellington team, two years removed from a 4A state tournament appearance, and some of the best seasons in the program's history under former coach Kevin Hackerott, who accepted the Head Coaching position at Goddard after five years at WHS.
"Three or four weeks ago, the job opened up..." Adams recalled. "I was approached about taking the high school job, thought about it for a couple of weeks and decided to put my name in and it all worked out.
It's similar to South Haven, I believe I'm walking into a great situation," the coach continued. While the Lady-Crusaders have soared to new heights in the past few seasons, Adams is looking forward to the chance at taking the program higher.
"I don't look at it as a challenge, I look at it as an opportunity," he said. "These girls know what to expect from me...they know my system. There's not a lot of difference between what myself and Coach Hackerott do." Adams wants his team to pressure the ball, get up and down the floor, play up-tempo and be known as one of the best defensive teams in the Ark Valley Chisholm Trail, Div. IV League.
"I expect to keep the Wellington girls basketball program playing at a high level," he said. "Coach Hackerott did a wonderful job with it, I've coached a lot of these girls in middle school...so I know what's there, what's coming up and there's a lot of talent."
Adams was very grateful for his time at South Haven, and is very excited to be new "new" Head Coach of WHS girls basketball.
"It was tough saying goodbye," Adams said. "It wasn't the easiest decision to make...but Wellington's my hometown, this opportunity was too great."


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Work to extend Bayou Gardens Boulevard from Coteau Road to Bayou Blue Road is expected to begin Jan. 2.
Work to extend Bayou Gardens Boulevard from Coteau Road to Bayou Blue Road is expected to begin Jan. 2.
"This corridor will relieve a lot of the congestion off of Highway 182 and also provide another means of access to our retail area," said Terrebonne Parish President Michel Claudet. "This is a much-needed route that has been planned for years."
The $10 million extension is expected to take about two years to finish and will provide a continuous route from Bayou Blue Road to Main Street and then to La. 311 and Bayou Black Drive, said Jeanne Bray, capital projects administrator for Terrebonne Parish.
Construction of the base is expected to take about 11 months to complete and will not affect traffic, Bray said.
Once the base is completed, it must settle for about 10 months before the actual road can be built, Bray said.
Schriever-based Byron E. Talbot is the project contractor.
The extension will provide another route through the parish and improve traffic in the area, Bray said.
Bray said she anticipates the road, once completed, to continue into Lafourche Parish.
"We hope that Lafourche Parish will carry this roadway to continue from Bayou Blue Road to (La.) 182," Bray said. "We are doing our part, and we hope Lafourche follows suit and does their part."
Claudet shared the sentiment.
"We are very much promoting this new traffic artery that would extend Bayou Gardens to Highway 182 at the intersection of the Prospect Street Bridge extension and Highway 182."
Loralei Gilliam, Lafourche Parish public information officer, said other than an informal discussion about the road extension to La. 182 last year, nothing further has been discussed, according to Lafourche Parish President Charlotte Randolph.
Other road projects in progress include repaving Thompson Road from La. 56 to La. 57, which is expected to take another year and a half to complete, Bray said.
The installation of a westbound turn lane at the intersection of Denley Road and Industrial Boulevard is going to bid early next year, Claudet said, as well as plans to widen Grand Caillou Road.


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