text: Buzz SessionGot a Bad Online Review? 18 Jewelers Explain How to Answer Jewelers share their strategies for handling bad reviews. Published 2 years agoon January 4, 2018By INSTORE Staff Instore January 2018 Issue Share Tweet THIS MONTH'S QUESTION: What have you concluded is the best way to deal with bad reviews?Read it. Get ticked and move on. You cannot win this battle. In most cases, the store is not at fault in any way — the customer is mad because they did not get their way. — Joan Charlene Little, Genesis Jewelry, Muscle Shoals, ALIn general, do not engage. But if you must it: A) It cannot be a canned response; people see that you put no effort into it if you just copy and paste the same thing on all bad reviews; and B) it must not be defensive, insincere or patronizing. It should invite the person to speak/email/visit again to clear up any issue. — Casey Gallant, Stephen Gallant Jewelers, Orleans, MAFace it head-on and admit when you're wrong! — Chuck Kuba, Iowa Diamond, Des Moines, IAI ignore all, great, bad and everything. I read them and discuss the bad ones and learn from them. But never get into a spitting contest with a skunk! — Stephen Ware, Ware Designs, Lafayette, CAChoose your battles wisely. We focus more on highlighting our customers on Facebook to generate a friendly environment. — Theresa Namie, Stephen Vincent Design, Minneapolis, MNB.I.F. Take it head-on and be Brief, Informative and Friendly. — David Blitt, Troy Shoppe Jewellers, Calgary, Alberta, CanadaYou need to respond to a bad review; you can't be angry or rude. If necessary, apologize and explain how you solved the problem or what you can do to fix it. — Tom Schowalter, Miners Den Jewelers, Royal Oak, MIApologize, thank them for taking the time to submit the review, promise to use it as a teaching opportunity, offer to handle the customer personally the next time. If the review is too off-the-wall, however, sometimes there's no way to answer it in a reasonable manner. — Georgie Gleim, Gleim the Jeweler, Palo Alto, CAApproach each negative review individually and ask yourself, "Will responding make this better or worse?" It's a stressful call to make, but sometimes trying to "fix it" can make it worse. — Kristin Cornwell, Cornwell Jewelers, Athens, OHWe usually reach out to that person and ask what we can do to better their experience. If the situation is appropriate, we would then ask if they feel comfortable to leave a new review with their current experience. — Alisha Moore, Toner Jewelers, Overland Park, KSBad reviews can be an excellent source of credibility and morality. We always respond with the heart to acknowledge the customer angle and offer the best resolution possible. Even if both parties cannot agree on anything, this response shows review readers that we are ready and willing to not only serve them but to go the extra mile to make sure they are happy. — Morgan Bartel, Susann's Custom Jewelers, Corpus Christi, TXIt's always best to call or contact the reviewer directly to discuss what led to the bad review, what could have been done differently, and determine if anything still can be done to change the reviewer's mind. If the reviewer is just an angry person who is unreasonable, then chances are nothing will be resolved. But nine times out of 10, people's minds can be changed and a new, better review posted. — Valerie Naifeh, Naifeh Fine Jewelry, Oklahoma City, OKWe rock it old school! There are too many keyboard warriors out there. We like to call the person and ask them to come in and talk about why they were disappointed in us and what we can do to improve our customers' experience. — Mary Jo Chanski, Hannoush Jewelers, Rutland, VTWhat's the Brain Squad?If you're the owner or top manager of a U.S. jewelry store, you're invited to join the INSTORE Brain Squad. By taking one five-minute quiz a month, you can get a free t-shirt, be featured prominently in this magazine, and make your voice heard on key issues affecting the jewelry industry. Good deal, right? Sign up here.Related Topics:Buzz SessionINSTORE January '18 click to Comment(Comment)Up NextEven Store Owners Aren't Perfect. Here Are the Biggest Mistakes Our Brain Squad Makes on the Sales FloorDon't MissThe Easiest Sales in All Jewelry Retail? 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Here's What Our Brain Squad Has to Say Jewelers Never Thought They'd Need These Skills … But They're Sure Coming in HandyPromoted Headlines The Feeling Is MutualJewelers Mutual Inc. The Ultimate Silver Holiday Gift GuideSilver Promotion Service When It's Time for Something New, Call WilkersonWilkerson Buzz SessionHere's What Retailers Are Doing to Drive More Traffic This Holiday Season Our Brain Squad shares their plans for fourth quarter. Published 1 month agoon September 20, 2019By INSTORE Staff THIS MONTH'S QUESTION: Do you have anything on tap to help spur holiday sales this year?We have seen that social media is branding, but our traditional marketing stays true through all the years. — Kenny Gordon, Kenny G & Company Fine Jewelers, Citrus Heights, CATrying to add less expensive lines for add-ons. They also make conversation easier so we can connect to the customer. — Christine Matlack, E.G. Landis Jewelers, Boyertown, PAYes — a couple of new lines as well as a series of in-store events in October and November. We should also have our new and much-improved website up and running by November 1st! — Jane Johnson, RM Johnson & Sons, Salem, VALab-grown diamonds. We are going to hit the social media market hard with that. — Michael Kanoff, Michael's Jewelers, Yardley, PAWe are really embracing internally flawless solitaires. Giving the customer the best because they deserve the BEST. — Brenda Hefner, Oz's Jewelers, Hickory, NCEmail ads to existing customers are working well. — Varsenne Massoyan, Massoyan Jewelers, Old Tappan, NJWe are thinking about doing a silicone men's band giveaway (with our logo on them) with an engagement ring purchase. It will include a coupon to take a percentage off a wedding band(s) if they come back and shop with us again. — Jen Hollywood, J Hollywood Designs, Chester Springs, PAWe are expanding from 1,200 square-feet into 4,000 with a luxurious remodel. We are adding three new designers to our showcases, hosting a huge celebration event, and increasing our sales floor technology to make our entire team mobile with our clients. — Jennifer Farnes, Revolution Jewelry Works, Colorado Springs, COWe are opening a new location in a new market 45 minutes down the road! — Nicole Shannon, Keir Fine Jewelry, Whistler, BCDoing a big five-digit restock with one company to refresh most of my case inventory in gold and some silver. — Craig C. Curtis, Belfast Jewelry, Belfast, MEI'm working on bundling/stacking options to attract more multiple-item sales. — Janne Etz, Contemporary Concepts, Cocoa, FLWe host an annual Christmas event for our entire shopping center that is free to the public. This always spurs on locals to shop with us when they experience the live music, yummy treats and their kids get to meet Santa. We also have over $20,000 of giveaways, so the turnout is always large. This brings about customer loyalty in a way that is inspiring. — Morgan Bartel, Susann's Custom Jewelers, Corpus Christi, TXOur gemstone roundtables are always great events in the spring and the fall. This year we are adding one in December. — Dianna Rae High, Dianna Rae Jewelry, Lafayette, LAWe do, but if I told you, I'd have to kill you. — Jon Walp, Long Jewelers, Virginia Beach, VAWe will do a catalog again this year, continue billboard promotions, and we are adding two new lines for Christmas — one in an entry level and one in a fine jewelry level. — Allison Leitzel-Williams, Leitzel's Jewelry, Myerstown, PAWe're planning to invite our local high school to do an online auction/phone-a-thon with us to raise funds for their choral group's trip to Carnegie Hall. — Jill Keith, Enchanted Jewelry, Danielson, CTThis year we will do fewer "events." We found ourselves exhausted and burnt out ten days before Christmas. — Steven B. Goldfarb, Alvin Goldfarb Jeweler, Bellevue, WAWe will do our Black Friday Flash Sale and send out $250 coupons to our top 100, our newly engaged/married couples and to our Linnea Custom customers. That always brings them in. — Denise Oros, Linnea Jewelers, La Grange, ILWe are moving our location later this fall. Moving from an older part of town to a booming part of town. New look, new store, same values. Moving just in time for the holiday season! — Christine Osborne, Christopher's Fine Jewelry And Rare Coins, Des Moines, IAReally trying to focus our social media. Targeting and fencing. This is so difficult for me to judge effectiveness. — Gene Poole, Hudson-Poole Jewelers, Tuscaloosa, ALWe're doing a custom mailer featuring Gemsone product with custom, bridal and lab-grown pages added in. Featuring a digital version of the mailer as well on our site. — Robert Mullen, Mullen Bros. Jewelers, Swanswa, MAI think I'm going to try a guys' night and do it off-site. I'm going to do it on a Thursday night so there will be football, I'll offer nice cocktails, light bites, bring in some of my watch reps and pair up with a custom clothier. Who knows if it will work, but worth a shot. — Marc Majors, Sam L. Majors, Midland, TXUsing Jewelex's Gift-with-Purchase campaign in early November … should hit well before big box and a great way to gauge enthusiam/interest. Hoping for great results … this is completely new to us. Will follow up with Jewelex's digitial marketing campaign. It was a success last year and easy to use … thanks to Jewelex and Collected Concepts. — Erika Godfrey, Hawthorne Jewelry, Kearney, NEWe'll run more social media promotions and specials this year based on price point. — Beth Cevasco, Scott's Custom Jewelers, Fairlawn, OHWhat's the Brain Squad?If you're the owner or top manager of a U.S. jewelry store, you're invited to join the INSTORE Brain Squad. By taking one five-minute quiz a month, you can get a free t-shirt, be featured prominently in this magazine, and make your voice heard on key issues affecting the jewelry industry. Good deal, right? Sign up here. Continue Reading Buzz SessionAre Well-Researched Customers a Hindrance or an Opportunity? The Brain Squad Sounds Off Depending on the information, it can be a bit of both. Published 2 months agoon September 3, 2019By INSTORE Staff I welcome my customers to educate themselves! I want them to research, shop other stores, see who they feel gives them the best information, the best customer service and best price. Also, what comes with the purchase? We are a full service jeweler and we do repairs, sizing, etc. Other stores send everything out. People like the idea that we are full service to them and that we don't charge you for a warranty. — Mary Jo Chanski, Hannoush Jewelers, Rutland, VTWe have a higher closing rate on the shoppers that have done the research and have shopped around already. It works out as a better opportunity to close the sale. — Frank Salinardi, Linardi's Jewelers, Plantation, FLHuge help. It used to take 9-10 hours over a six-week period to sell an engagement ring. I can do it in 20 minutes now. I rarely get to give my 10-minute "4 Cs" spiel. — Steven B. Goldfarb, Alvin Goldfarb Jeweler, Bellevue, WAI think it is great. It gives us a good idea of what is popular in the market. — Amanda Lanteigne, Gold-n-Memories, Steinbach, MBDepends. If they are a "know it all" customer, it's definitely a hindrance. — Alison Sophy, Sophy Jewelers, St. Clair, PAOpportunity to close. When a customer knows what they want, at that point, it is easy to show them how you can meet their needs. — Joel Wiland, J. David's Jewelry, Broken Arrow, OKI believe that this is both. Hindrance when they have flawed info — not understanding the colors especially. An opportunity to show them in person what they think they have been looking at online. Again, using color as a reference and that some stones may have a body color but face up look better or worse than a stone of same color. — Shari Lewis, Cravens & Lewis Jewelers, Georgetown, KYYou have the task of either having the easiest sale or the impossible sale because they are totally confused and truly need help, or they know it all and you are just there to satisfy their decision. The buyer who comes in with all the facts are the greatest danger to themselves because they have set themselves up to be targets of the best storytellers/sellers and seldom are capable of knowing what is the best option for their purchase. — Ed Menk, E.L. Menk Jewelers, Brainerd, MNLove when they think they know… we can play on it for exact design concepts that they already have decided they love and show similar instead of contrasting and then re-educate as needed. But it helps us skip over the confusion of blasting too many ideas at once. — Erika Godfrey, Hawthorne Jewelry, Kearney, NEIt can be an opportunity. It is a hindrance, however, if they have a photo of some offshore disposable jewelry piece of poo that they want to know if you can custom-build one for them just like it for less money. They you have to explain that it is illegal to copy a design, and number two, to make one piece is going to be way more expensive than something that has been made in quantities of thousands. — Murphy McMahon, Murphy McMahon & Co., Kalispell, MTIt is definitely an opportunity to showcase the benefits of shopping in a "Mom and Pop" store and to remind them that trust is key when making one of the most important decisions you will ever make. — Andrew Russakoff, Russakoff Jewelers, Skowhegan, MEIt makes our job much easier when a customer walks in with his phone and says, "This is the ring my fiancée wants." Nine out of 10 times, we will have the ring to show him, and from there we can move on to showing him loose diamonds. We will then ask a customer if they have done any research about diamonds. If they say yes, we will then go into order of importance of the 4 Cs. The more they know, the better. Sometimes if they come in cold, they will have to think and do research. — Michael's Jewelers, Yardley, PAOpportunity. Most people now know that everything you read online is not totally true. We have enough examples now of online purchases that were not what they were advertised to be that we can throw some doubt into the minds of the potential online purchaser. If they come into your store, they are obviously not completely sold on the Internet anyway. We embrace it and close a lot of those sales. — Rick Sanders, Sanders Jewelers, Gainesville, FLI have found both sides of the coin. The problem isn't one of having the research, it is more of getting misinformation and just bad information. That is where it seems the Internet is the source of truth and brick-and-mortar stores are just liars. Just this week, I had to explain to a young guy why the information he received on moissanite was wrong when he was told to look for excellent cut. — David Blitt, Troy Shoppe Jewellers, Calgary, ABThe information they know is fine, and sometimes makes the presentations easier. It's the margins that kill us! — Debbie Fox, Fox Fine Jewelry, Ventura, CAI love it! Informed clients make my job easier! Once I know they are shopping around to other stores, I know exactly what tools to arm them with and educate them. I teach them things like how to use a loupe (if the sales associate at other stores use a loupe wrong, then my client totally knows they don't know what they are doing). I show them the difference with the loupe of a VS-I1 stone. I take them in all different lights in the store; we even talk about Internet pricing. I believe buying a diamond is just like buying a truck: everyone has that same truck in similar prices, so why not pick the dealership you like and trust? — Stephenie Bjorkman, Sami Fine Jewelry, Fountain Hills, AZHindrance. The more research they've done, the more difficult to close the sale. They are shopping around, pitting local jewelers against each other. — Jill Hornik, Jae's Jewelers, Coral Gables, FLIt is both. A good deal of the time, the "information" gathered is mostly true or even mostly false. I try to be gentle when correcting misinformation gained online. There have been a couple of instances where I have bowed out of a potential sale because of the "expertise" gained online, but that is the exception. The Internet provides a lot of inspiration for design ideas, which I welcome. When a guy comes in with his phone set to her Pinterest page, it makes finding the right ring pretty dang easy. — Cliff Yankovich, Chimera Design, Lowell, MIWhat's the Brain Squad?If you're the owner or top manager of a U.S. jewelry store, you're invited to join the INSTORE Brain Squad. By taking one five-minute quiz a month, you can get a free t-shirt, be featured prominently in this magazine, and make your voice heard on key issues affecting the jewelry industry. Good deal, right? Sign up here. Continue Reading Buzz SessionJewelry Store Owners Sound Off On Sexual Harassment, Women's Rights Most of the female store owners in our Brain Squad feel our industry still has a ways to go. Published 4 months agoon July 2, 2019By INSTORE Staff I personally have been harassed in a store, and have been slighted many times in the past. I started in this business when women were not working in the jewelry business that much. I actually had one job interview in which an owner asked if I typed. It was his main question about my qualifications and abilities—after I had been in the business 10 years and was half-finished with my gemologist degree. I am so happy every time I go to a show or convention and see the number of young professional women now representing our industry, from sales and management to design and goldsmiths. It is just really encouraging to see how much it has changed from when I started. — Robin L., Wichita, KSIt's still a business FOR women that's run by men. Yes, not all owners are men. There may not be as much fanny patting behavior as in yesteryear, but a penis is still a good thing to own if you want to be taken seriously as an authority figure or as an expert. — Erin H., Lancaster, PAYes, I've witnessed and been harassed myself. Still lots of old school boys' club mentality, but I do feel there is a change happening with more second and third generation ownership coming along, as a lot are women! — Nicole S., Whistler, BCOf course I have, like back in the day, working in the finance industry in a professional capacity, and being told that "we don t have a professional pay scale for women, so you will be paid on the clerical scale." No joke! But in my jewelry career, I used to have the guys in the jewelry buildings look at me with contempt, saying, " Women can't be setters" and the like, or refusing to take me seriously and direct me to the services I needed, even though they turned out to be next door! But time has passed, and things are getting better. — Eve A., Evanston, ILI think it is OK as far as the awareness of the modern day. Unfortunately, when you have two sexes working together, you will never, ever completely remove equal rights and "harassment," as it's in the human DNA to propagate. — Mark Y., Oxford, MII think we're doing great. Never seen it here and we have an all-female staff and goldsmith. — Robert M., Swanswa, MAEveryone is too sensitive these days. I have heard questionable comments from both men and women. How those comments are regarded is based on whether you like the person or not. A handsome young manager makes a slightly suggestive comment to a young female salesperson, and she giggles and moves on. If an overweight manager in his 50s makes the same comment, he's considered a dirty old man and a complaint is filed. I don't think it's an industry problem at all. It exists everywhere as it always has and probably always will. — Rick S., Gainesville, FLIn an industry run by men, sexism is inevitable. I think it is best to learn everything you can and work at being the best. Success brings respect. — Dorothy V., Tallahassee, FLWe are a small women-owned business with all female employees. It's a non-issue. I do know of many women who have worked for male-owned companies who have told me horrible stories of being yelled at and emotionally abused. I find this behavior to be unacceptable in any workplace. — Betsy B., San Francisco, CAI've witnessed discrimination from customers specifically. I've had male customers say inappropriate things to my female staff. I've also had customers refuse to work with female staff, asking to talk to the "man in charge" or using disrespectful names like "sweetie." I've never had a female vendor rep visit my store, so I think we've got a ways to go. — Chris W., Marquette, MII think that the advent of more women owning businesses has naturally caused positive change to happen, but of course I've seen it happen and had it happen to me. There's always work to be done, and we all — men and women — need to positively contribute. — Sandra L., Vulcan, ABNo problem at work. I find at shows that if my husband (who does not work in the store) is with me, all answers to questions I ask will be directed to him, even though my badge identifies me as the buyer/owner. — Linda B., Shelbyville, TNThis industry has inadequate training to be preventative or even proactive after an issue. By and large, the industry and its arbitration systems are set up to stall and delay. — Alan L., Cape May, NJI worked at Kay Jewelers in the early '80s, and sexual harassment was common. You either put up with it or quit. Times have changed, thank God! — Doreen V., Bethlehem, PAMy sense is that it's certainly better than some, especially in smaller companies. However, the Signet case has been eye-opening in a way that illustrates far too many things have not changed at all. Every working woman has had to put up with demeaning comments made simply out of thoughtlessness or lack of awareness, and we still do, but overt discrimination seems to be better. — Georgie G., Palo Alto, CAI've been in the industry for 30 years and what (harassment) was done more openly is now done more privately, but it still happens. — Lyla I., Oak Lawn, ILPersonally, I have never witnessed it in our stores. The industry, along with the rest of the nation, pretty much just gives lip service to equal rights and respect for women. I am hoping that younger generations will fare better in the future as the old guard retires. — Kate M., Bethlehem, PAMy degree is in accounting, but I was working human resources when a job came up for a cost accountant. The daughter of an engineer, my love for manufacturing ran deep, and I wanted the job. I asked the head of HR to allow me to interview for the job. He said, "You are a woman, you'll never get it." I insisted. I interviewed with the VP of accounting, and knew I had the job 15 minutes after it started. The company closed a few years later, and of the 125 people, I was one of the last six out the door. It made me mad when I was told no, because I was a woman, but I stuck to my guns. When that job ended, I created our company and incorporated us, and the issue of equal rights has never been an issue here ever since. — Jo G., Oconomowoc, WII have witnessed sexual harassment my entire career in this industry, and actually in every place I have worked since I entered the workforce 36 years ago. I am a pretty woman; I never gave it too much thought, really. Also, when I was younger before I started my store, I was the victim of discrimination. I worked for a small chain of repair kiosks in the malls. I found out I was making less per hour than the male bench jewelers, with the same or less experience than I had at the time. As far as now, I would like to think it's better. As an owner of a 25 year jewelry store started from nothing, I do command more respect from my peers and employees, but I do still see it now and again with salesmen. Honestly, I don't see it ever going away, in any business. I am glad to see the tolerance levels have dropped, but at the end of the day, we are all just human! — Pamela R., Lauderdale by the Sea, FLThere have been cases where things have been said that were somewhat inappropriate in a work environment, and I make sure they know it isn't acceptable. Done and over with and they know where everyone stands. — Rita W., Rocky Mount, NCI have not personally seen harassment or discrimination in the workplace, but we are a small independent store that operates like a family. Over the years, I have had employees that were foreign-born working on a green card, as well as minority women in management roles. I believe the equal rights issues being addressed today in our industry seem to be in the larger companies where they have less of a family type dynamic. It is all about respect, and from my years in the jewelry industry, some employees in the larger companies are willing to step on someone to get ahead. I think that this industry is doing better to bring the actions of a few to light so these things do not happen again. — Eric S., West Springfield, MAIt's doing well. I believe our industry has always focused on women as they are the reason we manufacture most jewelry. So to ignore them or treat them unfairly is to cut the throat of the industry. — William B., Naples, FLI have witnessed it, and I put an immediate stop to it. I've dropped vendors because of their behavior towards the women that I work with. No room for harassment in my store. — Garry Z., Chicago, ILYears ago, we had a few vendors that would not talk to my mom and I, so we would bring my dad (not in the business) as our token male. I have other vendors that even a couple of years ago always make the pitch to my husband; he lets them finish and then informs them that I am the jeweler. I love watching them apologize for ignoring me. Things are getting easier for women owners, but we still don't get equal respect. — Amanda L., Steinbach, MBI feel better about a woman's role in the jewelry business. The business is progressing, and we are seeing more women run ownership and management on the retail side. Manufacturing and gemstone still seems to be male-oriented. — Mariana H., Chas, SCNot sure what term to use … but I was told from Day One of opening that I would fail in the jewelry industry because I was a woman. Told over and over it was a man's world and I would not be successful. — Joan L., Muscle Shoals, ALYes, I have been sexually harassed and discriminated against. Progress is being made. It will be generations before we see real change. — Cathy G., Frankfort, INI worked for Kay's back in the '80s … the stories I could tell … To answer your question, "customers" still perceive "jewelers" as being men. I have been in this business for 30 years, and I still have people ask me when the "man" will be in. When pressed, they say, "You know, the man, the real jeweler." I can have a ton of framed papers of my accomplishments in the jewelry industry, but they still think of "jewelers" as being men. Instead of dwelling on that, I move on to show them why I can handle all of their jewelry needs. — Susan K., Lewisburg, PAI experienced discrimination when I was younger by vendors. 44 years ago, there weren't as many store owners or gemologists that were women. I was treated as though I wasn't very bright. I used it to my advantage, learning who I could trust because of some of the smoke they were blowing up my skirt. It was disheartening, however. When I was an AGS member, a fellow member looked at my name tag and said, "You're a store owner? Usually the pretty ones are salespeople!" I've never forgotten that one either. Often it is thought pretty can't be intelligent, especially by men. — Kas J., Jefferson City, MOThis problem seems to be mostly prevalent in the big corporate chains, where power and egos are much more prevalent and the atmosphere is much more cutthroat to advance and succeed. I do not see much at all in family-owned stores where the couple are both running the business and typically have several family members involved. We are much more involved in our families and the community and charitable works. Our trust and reputations are paramount to our continuing business. — James G., Memphis, TNWomen sell more jewelry than men. After 30 years in this business, never witnessed sexual harassment. — Barry F., Bardonia, NYIn my past careers, it was very prevalent. If you were an attractive single female, it meant you were in the market like a slab of meat. Butt grabs, boob comments, even blatant disrespect because as a woman, "I just wouldn't understand." My husband travels with me to JCK and AGTA often … vendors will ALWAYS speak to him first unless they know me. He is the tech guy for my store (handles our website and computers only). He will always turn and point to me as the person to speak to, and many vendors (depending on the culture) get very confused and try to talk to him anyway. Money talks, and when I don't feel mutual respect, I just spend my dollars somewhere else. We've come a long way, but there are miles to go. — Jennifer F., Colorado Springs, COYes and not nearly enough with this horrible anti-female administration!! — Donna T., Newtonville, MAI have witnessed sexual harassment and discrimination years ago working for a large jewelry importer and manufacturer. I think our industry as a whole does a great job today regarding equal rights and respect for women. — Frank S., Plantation, FLSignet is proof our industry is not doing too well in gender equality. Independents are probably doing generally better because women run an increasing number of stores. — Richard F., Mobile, ALI personally have never seen or experienced any issues of sexual harassment. Interestingly though, I was talking to a colleague, and the discussion came up that he needed some help but was afraid to hire a female unless they could be vetted by a friend or colleague for fear of a harassment issue. — Murphy M., Kalispell, MTNo, I've never witnessed sexual harassment or discrimination in the workplace. And I worked for Signet for 12 years! — Gary W., Richmond, VAI am not a fan of Signet and the way they conduct business. They have ruined jewelry in the minds of many of their victims … er, I mean customers. They just settled a lawsuit for all the BS they lay on their customers with credit — now it is time to pay the piper for their years of treating women like crap. Could not happen to a nicer bunch of folks IMHO. — Cliff Y., Lowell, MII have never witnessed any harassment or discrimination, and I feel like our industry in general is doing a good job of staying ahead of these issues. That's my take, though, and I'm a small business owner. Maybe things are different on the corporate side? — Marc M., Midland, TXWe would never discriminate against women. We have never had any sexual discrimination complaints or issue, but if there was, it would be a firing offense after investigation. — John P., Winter Park, FLI have been a victim of sexual discrimination. Prior to me venturing out into my own business, I worked for several different jewelry chains. The men were ALWAYS paid more and their opinions were always more respected and listened to. I think it is unfortunate that an industry that caters to women can be so disrespectful of their women associates. — Patty H., Cedarburg, WINot an issue for us. Glad the bad guys are getting exposed. Should be consequences for bad behavior. — Greg R., Prescott, AZAs a female jeweler, oh the F'in stories I could tell! Bout time this comes to the forefront. Now if you could equalize pay, I'd be overjoyed! — Denise O., La Grange, ILI liked it the old way when you could have fun and still respect them. It's gone too far the other way. Just because some men are jerks. — Doug S., Hartford, WIYes, in the '70s, it was almost the norm. I didn't change my last name when I got married, as I saw other women get married and then their careers ended. We had a small wedding out of town and I never told my boss. Left that company three years later for a more progressive (i.e., woman friendly) company. — Rosanne K., South Bend, INWhat's the Brain Squad?If you're the owner or top manager of a U.S. jewelry store, you're invited to join the INSTORE Brain Squad. By taking one five-minute quiz a month, you can get a free t-shirt, be featured prominently in this magazine, and make your voice heard on key issues affecting the jewelry industry. Good deal, right? Sign up here. 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Honorable Mention: Jill Ellis, head coach
Jill Ellis will likely go down as the forgotten hero of this tournament. Her time as this team's coach has been quite remarkable, especially considering she was only given the full-time job a little more than a year ago, after a month as the interim.
As soon as her team started to falter, she was questioned on many fronts from tactics to lineups and substitutions, sometimes by the very people whose footsteps she was following.
The photo says, "I'm happy, and here's my lovely trophy." As an aside, it would be cool if you could buy the Nike U.S. Soccer warmups with three stars on them, too, in addition to the jerseys.
#5. Whitney Engen
Engen is not a superstar compared to some of her teammates, but this photo is fantastic. I imagine that when you win a trophy that is easily handheld and also fun to look at, you probably find yourself constantly showing it off and handing it to people to touch. And since the Women's World Cup trophy is one of the best we have out there in the global sporting sphere, Engen is proud to show it off.
I get a very share-y feeling from this photo. "Here, look, it's awesome, right? Yes, you could hold it. No, do not break it. I worked my whole life for it, thank you very much."
#4 – Megan Rapinoe
Megan Rapinoe. You know, the awesome soccer player, awesome first pitch thrower and awesome self-describer on the U.S. National team since her U-16 days? Of course you do. Which is exactly what this look on her face, even if in jest, says as she holds the trophy. "I'm awesome, we all know this, nothing new, still rocking."
Of course, this cover would have been WAY higher if either of a couple outtakes (revealed in the video) actually made the final cut.
The top one is cool, sort of a variation on Engen's cover. But the second one, my word, is truly incredible (Serena Williams knows this well.) Had it been printed, this would have easily jumped on to the Top 10 list of great Sports Illustrated covers of all time, and every soccer-playing kid in America would have one on their wall. I have no idea how it wasn't the final image chosen. (UPDATE: It just wouldn't fit. They tried.)
#3 – Meghan Klingenberg
The fun part about this photo is that it feels like it could have been taken on the field, after the game and tournament had ended. And since celebrating a winning a World Cup U.S. soccer team with a studio-shot cover image is unprecedented, Klingenberg's emotion here feels genuine. "We rocked this, and I'm pumped and likely will be for a long time."
Also, she has an awesome moment when the main photographer on this shoot, Simon Bruty, jokingly asks her if getting her picture taken by him has been the best part of her World Cup celebration week. Dudes gonna dude, I guess.
When the photog asks if the highlight of your World Cup winning week was shooting with him: http://t.co/xbAuyeAll7 pic.twitter.com/bSo4vs6yUk— Lee Feiner (@leefeiner) July 13, 2015
#2 – Julie Johnston
This is expert-level. You know when you go to a party, and there's a photobooth and a bunch of random props, and you want to use the props but you don't really know how you want to do so? And then you get into that awkward dance of thinking, "Is this too corny? Will all of these, including the ones I hate, be on some website that people can see? Why am I still worried about this stupid photo?" Maybe that's just me.
Of course, the World Cup is not stupid, and neither was this photo shoot, and Johnston completely nailed it. Using anything as a faux-guitar is always a smart move. More importantly, as a player on the short list for the tournament Golden Ball award at 23, this is likely a face you'll see again on the world's stage.
#1 – Abby Wambach
This cover displays the deepest well of emotions, beyond the unbridled joy of its counterparts.
When I first saw the news of personalized covers, I immediately thought about Wambach. At 35, we knew this would be her last World Cup. Before, she'd also been at the forefront of those fighting to get FIFA to use grass fields at the tournament. She directly called out FIFA for their disrespect of the women's game, and was part of the lawsuit against the organizing body, along with teammate Alex Morgan and others.
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Last week's Raw saw a 10% bump for The Undertaker's return and a falsely advertised cash-in from Brock Lesnar. Coming off a show where WWE outright lied to its viewers, and up against an elimination game of the NBA Finals, this week's viewership is a lock to flirt with all-time lows, if not bottom out entirely.
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With ticket sales for Stomping Grounds reportedly off to a slow start, WWE is looking to a mystery special guest referee to give this short-turnaround pay-per-view some much-needed juice. Unless that referee isn't Jon Moxley, I doubt that will happen.
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Lars Sullivan def. The Lucha House Party
Lars Sullivan? More like Lars mulligan am I right?
I remember when WWE introduced Kane and he didn't sell a damn thing for at least a month. Meanwhile, Lars goes jelly-legged when he so much as bumps into any member of the Lucha House Party.
Lacey Evans and Beth Phoenix Sit-Down Interview
Segments like this would benefit from backstage officials telling these two women to have an improvised debate and the winner will get a $1,000 bonus. This would make for an infinitely better segment than the overly rehearsed filth that this was.
Richochet, The Miz and Braun Strowman def. Samoa Joe, Bobby Lashley and Cesaro
Babyface Miz used words like "heartfelt" to describe Rey Mysterio's United States Championship victory. I am not here for babyface Miz.
With so many interchangeable WWE Supeerstars vying for the United States Championship, it is becoming increasingly identical to the WWE 24/7 Championship.
Cesaro went full good-guy with a swing that never seemed to end and delighted the SAP Center with every revolution.
Ricochet's 630 landed painfully on Cesaro's legs, which might be enough to render that finisher a part-time move going forward.
Lacey Evans and Alexa Bliss def. Becky Lynch and Bayley
It's nice to see Bayley compete in her hometown now that she matters again.
Nikki Cross' character is essentially a babyface who doesn't know she's a heel.
Alexa Bliss, who has a history of concussions, is still agreeing to take bumps where the back of her head hits a turnbuckle but, hey, it's her career.
Paul Heyman Discusses Brock Lesnar's MITB Contract
Brock Lesnar is such a notoriously tough negotiator, even his Money in the Bank contract talks have turned ugly.
Paul Heyman used the word "feckless" and I wondered how many people thought of Samantha Bee.
Paul Heyman vowing that Brock Lesnar wouldn't specify when he would cash in his Money in the Bank briefcase just feels like he's doing this whole thing backwards.
Paul Heyman said a lot of words in this segment and not a single one of them meant anything.
The IIconics def. Lisa Lace and Aleyah Mia
I wasn't entirely convinced that The IIconics were going to win this match.
Analysis of The IIconics' opponents included Corey Graves dismissively saying "never mind" mid-sentence and the entire announce team corpsing.
Shane McMahon Victory Celebration
Shane McMahon reminding these fans of Roman Reigns' accolades in such a short time is only going to remind them why they booed Reigns in the first place.
After blowing up early in his promo, Shane McMahon took a well-deserved drink from his World Cup trophy.
The Revival vs. The Usos vs. Zack Ryder and Curt Hawkins
Team Cinderella, Zack Ryder and Curt Hawkins, will have a tough task outdoing The IIconics as weak tag team champions, but they seemed up for the challenge.
I'd love to be a fly on the wall for WWE's Jekyll-and-Hyde creative meetings when the Revival is being discussed.
Bray Wyatt's Firefly Fun House
How Bray Wyatt's gloves and puppets still aren't for sale on WWEShop.com continues to baffle me.
The one thing I don't want to see out of this otherwise flawless Bray Wyatt comeback storyline is a supernatural feud between Wyatt and his "Fiend" alter ego.
Seriously, is it too late to submit Firefly Fun House for Emmy consideration for short-form children's programming? No, seriously.
Kevin Owens vs. Seth Rollins
I would like to have seen a black-and-white striped beret from Sami Zayn.
I have a fleeting feeling Seth Rollins will continue to wrestle with taped ribs to give fans feint hope that he's a sitting duck for Brock Lesnar.
Referee John Cone has been just as active in the Rollins-Corbin feud as anybody, followed closely by that steel chair Rollins used to beat up Brock Lesnar.


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Live in the Midtown Phoenix area, close to everything!
Just north of the downtown Phoenix area, lies an extension of downtown along the Central Avenue corridor which I call midtown Phoenix. Home of the world famous Heard Museum, numerous historic districts, and The Phoenix Art Museum.
Take in a play at the Art Museum, have dinner at many choices of cafes or famous restaurants, take a walk or fish in Steele Indian School Park, or live in luxury or just the average Joe, maybe even take the light rail to ASU or the airport.
Map of Midtown Area:
High Rise Living Options
Crystal Point
Golf, city & mountain views from this luxury high rise. Crystal Point is a high rise building (as a matter of fact the first high rise in Phoenix built as condos) built by McCarthy Construction and completed in 1989, the developer was Lincor. The building has 20 floors and overlooks the Phoenix Country Club on the south side. Some incredible golf, city and mountain views from this building! The original building was built with 63 luxury condominium units, but because people over the years have purchased side by side condos and combined them, there are now 59 condo units in the building. A two month HOA assessment is due at closing for Reserve Fund (non-refundable). Features concierge service, 24 hour security guard, community pool and spa, club room with full kitchen, an exercise facility, and underground gated parking.
Executive Towers
Executive Towers was the tallest skyscraper in Phoenix at the time of its construction in 1962-63 (22 stories high). It was designed by Alfred Newman Beadle at the age of 33. The 160-apartment building would later convert to condominiums by Moss Development Corporation of Chicago in 1971. The community pool and spa area is dominated by a one-of-a-kind cast concrete umbrella using forms that scoop available light and cast shade. Ruddy volcanic stone was used on the western face of the building. Some great city and distant mountain views.
Landmark on Central
Great location…corner of Camelback and Central located next to a light rail stop and across from a shopping center with a grocery store! Great city and mountain views as well. This 17 story high rise building was built in 1963 as Camelback Towers (apartments), and opened in 1964. It was remodeled (not totally) in 2004, and then converted to condos in 2005, and marketed as Landmark on Central. After selling all the units, issues relating to the mechanical condition of the building resulted in complaints in the 2008-2010 time-frame which resulted in some very large increases in HOA assessments for owners at that time in order to fix the issues. Everyone thought the issue was taken care of, but in May 2017 the HOA sent out assessments to all homeowners that averaged $15,000 per unit for Air Conditioning issues. There were two court battles, the board resigned, and the HOA management company resigned. As of early 2018 a new board is working on the issue. Before purchasing in Landmark, make sure to know ALL you can about the health of the HOA and the HVAC system. Community features a gym, an Olympic size swimming pool, rooftop lounge (18th floor Sky Lounge), rooftop billiard room, underground parking, and a resident center with kitchen.
One Lexington
A high rise along Central in downtown Phoenix that is located by a light rail station and across from Park Central. Some great city and mountain views! The original developer (Equus) had converted this 17 story office building (original office tower for Century Bank) into 145 condos, and started selling it as Century Plaza. Due to recession, in late 2008 the property went into receivership and a year later the developer filed for bankruptcy. It was not until 2010 that another company (Lexington Ave LLP) purchased the property, renamed it One Lexington, and re-opened the development in April of that year. In the first week, 20 units were sold (at about 50% less than the original sales prices)! Building features workout facility and clubroom, virtual and live concierge service, pool and spa with private cabanas, meeting club room, five high speed elevators, light-rail Osborn Station outside your front door, and assigned covered parking with restricted card access.
Phoenix Towers
Phoenix Towers consists of 57 residences, along Central Avenue with over two acres of landscaped grounds. The high rise building was built in 1957 as a resident-owned cooperative community (it is listed on the Department of the Interior's register of historic buildings). Designed by Chicago architect Ralph C. Harris in the Modern style. Phoenix Towers' residents park in an underground garage (two side-by-side spaces per apartment). Phoenix Towers completed a $5 million dollar renovation program that included new dual-paned windows, replacement and upgrading of the air conditioning system, refurbishment of the swimming pool and patio, and a totally redesigned penthouse floor consisting of an enclosed community room (with floor to ceiling windows) and a covered terrace. The penthouse floor has a kitchen prep area and offers spectacular city and mountain views in all directions. Building features 24/7 doormen service, all utilities, basic cable, and real estate taxes in monthly maintenance, laundry room that is always open (many residences have their own washers & dryers), gym, and swimming pool with kitchen with gas grill.
Regency House
The Regency House was built in 1964, initially as a luxury apartment building; it was one of the first high rise residential buildings constructed in Phoenix. Regency House is a 22-story luxury condominium building located in the heart of the midtown Phoenix Arts District, next to the renowned Heard Museum and right in front of a light rail stop. Spectacular city and mountain views! In 2010 the Regency House embarked on a rebuilding project which resulted in substantial special assessments to owners, some of those are being paid off over a number of years. The status of the assessment pay off should be a question asked when purchasing in this development. The rebuilding project involved repairs to the underground parking garage, replacement of the main heating and cooling mechanical systems, and various other repairs on the grounds. The building has 118 units with balconies, a pool and spa, underground parking, 24/7 security, a social Room with TV, piano, bar and kitchen, fitness center and library. Pets – limit of two dogs or cats. No Rottweiler or Pitbull breeds (or snakes).
Loft Living Options
Artisan Lofts on Central
Located at 1326 N. Central Avenue, the building was built new as lofts with construction started in early 2002 by Artisan Homes. The gated community features homes with dramatic floorplans and large outdoor living areas and is located by the Light Rail line down Central. Building features a 25 yard lap pool, a spa, roof deck with fireplace, BBQ, and views, a dog park, and it was awarded Professional Builder's 2006 Home of the Year in the Best in American Living Awards.
Artisan Lofts on Osborn
Located across from the Phoenix Country Club, this 5 story building was built new by Artisan homes as "lofts" in 2001. It was among the first of the loft style developments started in the late 1990's. It originally was designed for 40 units, but several buyers purchased two adjacent units, so ended up with 36 total units. Features a secured entry lobby, fitness room, community pool, BBQ and picnic area, rooftop terrace, and assigned garage parking, two spaces per unit. Units came with scored concrete floors. exposed ductwork, and private balconies.
Evergreen 9 & Willetta 9
Willetta 9 is a small loft community of 9 loft-style town homes with no partitions dividing spaces and except for bathrooms and the laundry closet there are no doors. Solid-filled concrete block walls divide each unit for sound-proofing.
Evergreen 9 is two doors down from Willetta 9, and it is designed by award-winning architect Michael Underhill. It offers open and flexible design with clean lines. Each of the 9 loft homes is 3-levels, with its' own garage, entrance, and yard.
Mitchell Lofts
Mitchell Lofts is a seven-unit, loft-style Urban-Living community located just north of the Phoenix Country Club. September, 2010 marked the completion of this community which due to the recession at the time forced the units to revert to the bank, Washington Federal Savings. They since have been sold as bank owned homes at a discount. This gated community is on a private street and has private driveways to each unit and a community picnic and game ramada for social events.
Palm Lane Urban Living
A gated modern loft-style condominium development on one of midtowns most eye appealing streets (Palm Lane). Features concrete block, steel and glass construction, the 11 units from 1,499sf to 1,626 sq feet. All 2 story units, 1 bedroom plus loft and 2 baths.
Townhouse Living Options
Chateau on Central (The Arris)
Amazing luxury homes with amazing views right in downtown Phoenix, five floors and your own elevator! Work started on this luxury townhome project in 2005, but developers (Central Phoenix Partners) ran into trouble and in 2007 filed for Chapter 11. Construction stalled until Mortgages Ltd provided financing; but in 2008 Mortgages Ltd was forced into bankruptcy and the project was again stalled. In 2010 MSI West purchased the development and finally completed it. By 2018 there were still some unsold units, the prices were dropped and the complex renamed to The Arris. Six floor plans were offered ranging from 5,192 to 8,252 square feet, total of 21 units, each town home is five stories tall with its own elevator and roof-top terrace (which is stressed for addition of small pool or spa). No interior load bearing walls except for elevator shaft (so interior walls can be moved). Each unit has commercial zoning for first two floors (end unit on Central has commercial zoning for first three floors).
Coronado Commons
A collection of 20 homes developed by SRM Development, with Riley | Smith Development doing construction. All homes are 3 levels with garage on ground floor, two floorplans offered, 1,731 and 2,150 sq feet. The community features a pool and spa, a BBQ area, and a dog walk. Community had only a few homes remaining first part of 2018.
Lorna Park View
Built in the Roosevelt Historic District, 10 new duplex-style homes with the same floorplan were built by Schultz Family Homes in 2000.
Phoenix Country Club
A small townhome community of only 7 units in the Phoenix Country Club. Built by Del Trailor between 1965 and 1966 in a gated community surrounded by larger more expensive single family homes in the country club.
Uptown Row Townhomes
Uptown Row is made up of 10 modern, row-style townhomes located right in the heart of North Central Phoenix just off 7th Avenue and Camelback in the Pierson Place Historic District. Each of the three-story residences features 2 or 3-bedroom floor plans, 2.5 baths, 2-car garage, and range from 1,651-2,057 square feet. The project broke ground in mid 2015. Features concrete and wood-tiled floors, stainless steel appliances, 10′ ceilings, a private courtyard and rooftop terrace for each unit. Boxwell Southwest was the homebuilder.
Condo Living Options
3rd Avenue Palms
Developer converted an existing 1999 apartment complex into condos starting in 2005. There are 155 total units in the development. The developer sold 81 units before the 2008/2009 recession. Another entity (ST Residential) came in and rented the 74 unsold in 2011/2012. This gated community features a clubhouse with fireplace, pool with gazebo and BBQ's, spa, and fitness center.
Cambridge Manor (900 Devonshire)
Built by Charlevoix Homes in 2004 to 2006 time period. 107 total units in three buildings, each four stories high. The development is located next to a school (west side). This gated community features a clubhouse with fitness center, social area with kitchen, fireplace ,and large screen TV, and a community pool and spa.
artHAUS is a collection of twenty-five urban dwellings located in Midtown Phoenix, the project broke ground in 2015 and is expecting the first move-in in May 2016. The homes are organized around inter-connected semi-private resident courtyards. Dwellings consist of seven three-level townhomes, fifteen two-level lofts, and three single-level flats ranging from 560 to 1800 square feet.
Brick Commons
Brick Commons started life as the 195 unit Acappella Apartments in early 1999 (SNK Realty Group owners). In March 2006 Mentor Properties purchased the complex for $26.4 million and Belleview Communities/Brick Lofts LLLP converted them to condos, spending an estimated $4 million dollars over an eighteen month period. The complex covers 6.6 acres. Four models were offered between 760 and 1,217 sq feet. Carport included, but the garage was extra. This gated community features a renovated clubhouse including a new movie room, fitness center, billiards, kitchen, business center, and lounge, and a pool with covered veranda and misters.
Citi on Camelback
Originally built as a luxury apartment complex named Legacy on Camelback. The development started construction in late 2000 to build the 360 units on the 12.25 acre site with construction completed in 2002. The name changed to Reflections on Camelback a few years later and then was converted into condos in 2006 with another name change. In 2009, Orion Camelback (AHC Metro City LLC) purchased 185 unsold units (due to the 2008/2009 recession) and is renting them. The remaining 175 units are individually owned in the development. This gated community features a fitness center, a community pool with outdoor fireplace and kitchen, spa, a billiards room, clubhouse with wireless internet, and a business center.
Devonshire Square
Devonshire Square was converted in 2006 from apartments that were built in 1983. The original 26 apartments became 24 condo units. The gated development is comprised of four buildings around a community courtyard with a fountain. The developer stated the units were "totally rebuilt".
Edison Midtown
Deco Communities broke ground on this seven story condo building in late 2015, it features 110 condo units in a five story building on top of two stories of above grade parking. The project is located on 1.2 acres and is expecting its first move-ins in late 2018/early 2019. As of May 2017 they had started framing the 6th floor, and its scheduled to open in 2018. It is located across from a light rail station along Central Avenue in midtown Phoenix. This development features a 2,000sf fitness club, bike room with repair station and secured storage, outdoor yoga area, 60′ lap lane in pool, outdoor kitchen and dining area with full BBQ, pool and spa, fire pit and seating area, gated parking garage, car wash bay, and pet wash station.
Evans Withycombe converted an existing apartment complex into condos in 2005-2006 timeframe. The builder at that time repainted the exterior of the complex, added new pool furniture, and added new landscaping. There are 276 total units in the development (182 units sold to Canadian investor, Hawthorne Phoenix Condos LLC in 2009). This gated community features 2 pools (one heated), barbeque grills, a 24 hour fitness center, resident clubhouse, ramada picnic areas, 2 spas, and a resident business center.
Park Fifth Avenue
A condo community built in 1985 with 32 units with an average size of 1,060 sq feet each. Community has underground secure gated parking, pool, spa ,and a koi pond with gazebo. Located in the Melrose area.
Pierre on Fifth
The original 1961 Pierre Apartments sitting on just under an acre of land was converted into condos in 2007 by Pierreon 5th LLC. The 25 condo units in this 3 story building are set around a courtyard pool. Each unit has a patio or balcony and gated parking.
Royal Riviera
A 32 unit "garden apartment" condo complex that has the mid-century vibe! Built in 1962, and a condo plat that was recorded in 1979. There were four floorplans offered, the average size is 1,288 sq. feet. The community features a pool and spa.
In 2006 a 1986 built apartment complex (Esplanade Apartments) was converted to Solaris condos. The complex sits on 4.5 acres and contains 132 condo homes. The sales materials called it "upscale living" in a downtown style. This gated community features a community pool and spa, a fitness center, billiards room and clubhouse.
Built by Solterra Condos's LLC in 2006. Of the total 60 condominium units, 20 were sold before the 2008/2009 recession. The developer was renting the other 40 unsold units. This gated community features a community pool and "Romeo & Juliet" balconies.
Tapestry On Central
Great location….on Central across from Heard Museum and at a light rain station! Originally this development started life as "WilloWalk", and was being built by United Properties (of Canada). The developer had financial problems and construction stopped 2002/2003. In 2003 GDC Development and Starpointe Communities purchased the property and in 2004 work restarted on the development. Development includes 280 condominium units (flats, "view lofts" and two-level "penthouse" style units) and 12 commercial parcels. You can walk out and catch a train in front of your building! This community features a 4000 square foot clubhouse with theatre, lap pool and spa, fitness center with sauna and restrooms, and underground gated and assigned parking.
Windsor Place
In 1959/1960, Windsor Place was built as an upscale apartment community for visiting guests of the Phoenix Country Club. It was called Frontier Gardens. In 1983, a California corporation known as Coam purchased the community and renovated the homes. Coam then sold them individually, as 167 privately owned condominiums in five buildings. This gated community features two pools and laundry. The HOA fees cover water, electric, heating and air conditioning. Service animals only.


text: House Concurrence on Tallman Veterans Bill Sends It to Governor's Desk Apr. 21, 2015 HARRISBURG – The state House today concurred on a bill authored by state Rep. Will Tallman (R-Adams/Cumberland) that would benefit survivors of members of the military or first responders. House Bill 152 now awaits Gov. Tom Wolf signing it into law. "I was contacted by the mother of a law enforcement officer who was killed in the line of duty," said Tallman. "She pointed out an inconsistency between state and federal law, which allows three years for survivors to file for death benefits. I proposed the change with my bill, which would amend the Pennsylvania Emergency and Law Enforcement Personnel Death Benefits Act and bring it in line with federal statute." House Bill 152 would extend the filing period for the benefit under state law from 90 days to four years. Tallman is calling on the governor to sign the legislation into law before this Tuesday, April 28, as the window for the constituent who brought this issue to his attention closes on that date as the law presently stands. Tallman also reminds area veterans of his monthly outreach events at his Abbottstown district office, which is located at 282 West King St. "A representative from the Pennsylvania DAV (Disabled American Veterans) office visits my Abbottstown district office the second Tuesday of every month from 9:30 a.m. to noon," Tallman added. "This is a great opportunity for the men and women who have served our country to ask specific questions or inquire about programs that may be available to them." Questions about this or any legislative issue may be directed to Tallman's Abbottstown office at (717) 259-7805 or 1-877-480-9525. Representative Will Tallman 193rd District Pennsylvania House of Representatives Media Contact: Scott Little firstname.lastname@example.com RepWillTallman.com / Facebook.com/RepTallman Share


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Canada #106a (SG#201a) 2c Deep Rose Red Admiral Issue Booklet Pane of 6 Vertical Wove Paper VF-77 NH
A very fine mint OG NH booklet pane of 6 of the 2c deep rose red (carmine in Unitrade) Admiral stamp from the 1911-1928 Admiral Issue. Printed on white vertical wove paper showing fine vertical mesh, and measuring 0.0035" thick. This is the normal 17.7 x 21.5 mm printing. The gum is smooth, shiny cream. Unitrade values a VF-75 NH pane at $120. The pane offered here grades 77 as follows:
Centering/margins: 50/70
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The decision to divorce in Rhode Island is not one to be taken lightly. Whether it's a long-term marriage that has slowly deteriorated, a short one that was a mistake or something in between, there are certain legal issues that must be navigated when choosing to end a marriage. Prior to the divorce proceedings moving forward, it's required that there be legal justification for it. Once the reason for the divorce is detailed, then the couple can begin taking steps to dissolve the union.
Divorces are either granted on fault or no-fault grounds. For a no-fault divorce, it must be shown that irreconcilable differences have led to the marriage being unsalvageable. In lieu of irreconcilable differences, the couple must have stopped living together for a minimum of three years. This is generally the easiest way to end a marriage as no one is blaming the other party. A minimum amount of emotional stress is linked to these divorces and if the couple is able to agree on most every issue from spousal support and who will have custody of children - if any - this will be the quickest resolution.
For a fault divorce, there are more factors that must be ironed out. If there is one of the following: impotency, adultery, extreme cruelty, willful desertion for at least five years or if the court decides that enough time has elapsed, drunkenness, drug use, neglect and refusal on the part of the husband to support the spouse for at least one year before filing if he has the ability to do so or gross misbehavior.
It's imperative to remember that there must be a reason given for the divorce. There must be evidence to corroborate that the reason for the divorce filing is valid. If this is not present, there's a chance the court might dismiss the case. The decision to divorce is not a simple one and prior to taking the necessary steps, having a thorough understanding of the law and its numerous ancillary facts can help smooth the process and get the divorce done as quickly and painlessly as possible.
Source: DivorceSupport.com, "Rhode Island Grounds for Divorce," accessed on Sept. 9, 2014


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Palei-Aike volcano
conos de escoria y maars 282 m / 925 ft
El sur de Chile y Argentina, América del sur, -52°S / -70°W
Current status: normal or dormant (1 out of 5) | Reports
Palei-Aike volcano books
El sur de Chile y Argentina, América del sur, -52°S / -70°W
Current status: normal or dormant (1 out of 5) | Reports
Palei-Aike volcano books
Typical eruption style: explosivas y efusivas
Erupciones del volcán Palei-Aike: 5550 BC ± 1000 years
Erupciones del volcán Palei-Aike: 5550 BC ± 1000 years
|Fecha / Hora
|Revista / Profundidad
Background:From Smithsonian / GVP volcano information:
The 3000 sq km Pleistocene-to-Holocene Palei-Aike volcanic field straddles the Chile-Argentina border north of the Straits of Magellan, about 150 km NE of the town of Punta Arenas. The southernmost of the Patagonian basaltic plateau lavas, Palei-Aike contains lake-filled maars and basaltic scoria and spatter cones with associated fresh-looking lava flows.
The distribution of maars and cones indicates that eruptions occurred along regional fissures oriented E-W and NW-SE. The earliest eruptions produced maars and associated lava flows that are now exposed only in river valleys. A second stage formed now-eroded spatter cones and soil-covered lava flows. The youngest cones and lava flows are found in the SE part of the volcanic field. The most recent volcanic event produced scoria and spatter cones and fresh lava flows not covered by soil. Ejecta covers prehistorical artifacts (Skewes and Stern, 1979).
Cited reference:
Skewes M A, Stern C R, 1979. Petrology and geochemistry of alkali basalts and ultramafic inclusions from the Palei-Aike volcanic field in southern Chile and the origin of the Patagonian plateau lavas. J Volc Geotherm Res, 6: 3-25
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From Racine's The Journal Times – April 4, 2016
Local photographer to show work at Spectrum
RACINE — "Paris & Bruges — Texture & Pattern," a one-person show featuring the photographs of Bill Girdzius of Caledonia, will open from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 9, at Spectrum School of the Arts and Community Gallery, located in the east Building of the DeKoven Center, 600 21st St.
The digital photographs showcase the unique details, colors and styles of cities from Girdzius' travels to France and Belgium in 2009.
Girdzius, originally from the Chicago area, is a professional photographer specializing in portraiture, special events and fine art photography. As an artist in Spectrum Gallery, he has conducted photography workshops specializing in lighting techniques with people as well as still life. Girdzius is a member of the Coalition of Photographic Artists in Milwaukee, and has exhibited in various shows in the Milwaukee and Racine areas. He was a Downtown Racine Corp. community art participant in 2015.
The exhibit runs through May 9. Gallery hours are noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday and boy appointment. Call 262-634-4345.
Spectrum School and Gallery will be part of the Annual Kenosha / Racine studio tours event: Get Behind the Arts (April 22-24) : http://getbehindthearts.com/2016-artist-studios/


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How new feature of Google Assistance will shape the realistic approach to future. In today's business world, it's quite common to set up a bot/robot to answer your question or phone that redirects you to a human operator or processes your request. Getting a step ahead, Google has unveiled an astonishing new AI of Google Assistance at the Google I/O 2018 which is capable of making real calls and interacts with real people over the phone, without them finding out.
The main objective behind this move is to change that old bot system with a new AI feature of the Google Assistant that is talented to naturally communicate with real humans. Yes, you heard right, with real humans over the phone and carry out user chores like setting appointments with barber or reservation for dinner.
The new feature is called Google Duplex, it will help users to ask for opening hours or make appointments in restaurants by just instructing Google Assistant to do it for them. It uses natural human-like language which makes it even more reliable because it does not sound like an eerie, tuneful robot.
Google's CEO, Sundar Pichai showed and verified its abilities through recordings of real calls made by the Google Assistant at Google I/O 2018.
During the calls, the persons on the other side of the phone did not even detect they were talking to an AI. It act and talks casually just like humans like using "hmm's" and "uh's" while processing a complex sentence.
In addition, it is also capable to successfully handle complex situations even manage the situations where cognitive decision making is required.
Approximately Fully Autonomous
According to Google, most of its tasks are carried out fully autonomously, with nearly zero involvement from the company. However, if it finds a task too complex or unexpected to manage, it has a "panic button feature" to signal a human operator.
On the other hand, as the new Ai feature is still under development, so there's still some time before it officially rolls out for public use.
A glimpse of how future of AI is bright?
It seems that future of Artificial Intelligence will no more artificial. Upcoming technologies like Google Duplex are built to sound natural, to make the conversation experience comfortable and near to reality. Hence, we'll be experimenting with the proper approach over the coming months.


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Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Project Title: Spawning movement behaviors, habitat dependencies and run size of Nanticoke River Atlantic sturgeon
MATOS Project Code: 21666
Project Duration: July 2019 - June 2022
Project Description: Recovery planning for Atlantic sturgeon requires estimates of population abundances against which to evaluate takes and develop feasible restoration targets. We will develop an approach combining telemetry and multi-beam sonar (ARIS: Adaptive Resolution Imaging Sonar) to estimate spawning run size in the Nanticoke River Estuary, which supports a newly discovered yet potentially critically endangered population within Chesapeake Bay DPS.
Management Benefits:
- Chuck Stence (Maryland Department of Natural Resources) firstname.lastname@example.com
- Chuck Stence (MDNR)
- Ian Park (DEDFW)
- Dave Secor (UMCES-CBL)
Participating Organizations:
- Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife