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Everything appears to work properly. I select the site to copy from, the content I want, the site(s) I want to copy to, and it says it was successfully copied. However, I go to the destination site and the content is not actually there.
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Pittsburgh puts database of 3,000 city-owned properties for sale online
Pittsburgh is marketing more than 3,000 vacant lots and abandoned buildings for sale through an online searchable database that went online Wednesday.
The website features a map and search options for 3,089 properties, most of them vacant land.
City officials said the public, in a first, can find all public properties available for sale online.
"Since the early 1990s, I have wanted to display the city's tax and property information on a visual basis," said Finance Director Paul Leger, who also served under the mayoral administrations of Tom Murphy and Bob O'Connor. "It's a dream come true and a real convenience for anybody looking to purchase city property."
Users can click on the map, browse the entire property list or use multiple search options including street names and parcel numbers to find property descriptions and photographs.

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No kids in Bihar schools, only cops
Wednesday, April 4, 2007
Patna: Children usually fear teachers when they go to school but in many schools in Bihar, it's the police that the children are afraid of.
They have been forced to attend their lessons outside the classrooms because their classrooms have been taken over by the Bihar Police, who are now using it to catch up on their beauty sleep.And this is not a one off case. Children from across the state face inconveniences because the policemen have occupied the school premises.
"The police don't allow us to play," a student, Sanoj Kumar says."We can't use the toilet because of the police," another student Indu Kumari says.After voicing their complaints several times, even the teachers are now at a loss."The police have captured two rooms. So much money was spent in building the classroom but now the policemen are sleeping there peacefully," a teacher, Kamleshwar Singh says.
Meanwhile, the government has promised to look into this problem."We've planned many meetings to resolve this problem," Bihar Education Minister, Brishan Patel says.Even though the government has held several meetings, no action has been taken so far.The illegal occupancy by the Bihar Police is an indicator of failure for the government that is claiming to rebuild a new Bihar. IBN
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As yesterday was Thanksgiving Day in the United States, I wanted to say a quick thank you to you, my readers! Thank you for supporting me, and for sticking with me, no matter how long I am taking to write my next book.
I am hoping to have Peggy's story ready for you very early in the near year. The hero of her story is none other than Rory MacTavish -- a man you may recognize from previous McDougall books.
In the meantime... I have a Christmas story I'd love to recommend to you! Have you started getting into the spirit yet?
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I rescued my work bag from the bottom of a pile of clothes that had somehow grown on top of it. 'Impressive, Gena, Monday morning and chaos beats Saturday tidying up 1-nill!' I took the tango flyers out from the bag's side pocket and picked up the flyer for the class Marcos had suggested. It was the biggest and most produced among the three: the front displayed a picture of Alexa & Javier showing beautiful dance lines and rehearsed passionate looks, while the
back had a table with class times and addresses. Monday, improvers; Tuesday, intermediates; Wednesday, beginners; Thursday, intermediates/advanced; Saturday, all levels.
'Okay, Tuesday, intermediates!' I checked the details, Holborn 8:30 PM, and had a quick look at the other studio's flyer, the one that Tina had given to me. They had classes from Monday to Thursdays as well, but Marcos' flyer was like a trump card, it just beat the other one.
'But wasn't it supposed to be Wednesday?' I tried to replay the goodbye scene with Marcos at the milonga. 'What was the day he suggested?' I checked the flyer again before setting off to work: 'Wednesday, beginners. It couldn't be Wednesday, it had to be Tuesday. Yes, Tuesday, intermediates. He must have said Tuesday; we would not be going to a beginner's class.'


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Most of the subjects of my paintings are inspired by the land that my family has owned and cultivated for eight generations. It is the same land where I spent my childhood roaming through the pastureland and creating forts among the tall pines that provided hiding spots from the eyes of the grownups. The trees were a shelter, a sanctuary actually, where I would spend hours drawing in my sketchbooks and letting my imagination and spirit wander. That spirit remains forever connected to the bucolic landscapes of my youth.
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The recent election was viewed as a call to arms for many conservative voters. The conservative cause is so often tied to faith-based beliefs that opposition has resulted in ideas of persecution and diminished hope. Following the loss, the hopeless reactions have extended as far as secession petitions to prepping for the Apocalypse.
Maybe this is a time to examine how well those beliefs line up with the notion of governmental rule in the first place. We've grown used to the idea of Christian leadership directing government being valid since at least the 1980's. Some would say that the founders themselves were of like mind and intended all along that Christianity dictate the law of the land.
When the governance of laws and election of lawmakers validates a belief system, then the limitations of the beliefs are in the laws that reflect the ideas. If those laws stray from the Truth, however, then the soul of the nation must be in jeopardy since it is obviously depraved in its democratic choices.
The problem is that the foundational idea of the belief system doesn't depend on those things at all. Jesus ushered in the belief system in announcing the Kingdom of God. He came to disarm the idea that the law could justify anything. His Kingdom is not dependent on governing control of the systems, but relational connection of the hearts of people.
Losing an election doesn't damage the Kingdom of God; it doesn't even put a dent in it. In fact, the loss of the distraction within the illusion that our president is critical to our future may be a gift in disguise.
The result could be a focus appropriately fixed on exercise of beliefs within the community immediately surrounding us. The opportunity to serve that community will put the Foundation on display and invite others in. The invitation could be extended through selflessness and love instead of excluding them through recognition of the ways they broke our rules.
I hate the idea of a system of laws that allows for us to legally end the life of unwanted babies. If there was one thing I grieved following the recent election, it was that. The truth is that the opportunity to serve and love the disenfranchised mothers in desperate circumstances can lead to not only the salvation of that baby, but of that mother, as well. No law or lawmaker can change that Hope or the power of Truth through Grace.


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What is AmeriCorps?
Watch how AmeriCorps has made a difference all around us. Similar to the military or Peace Corps, AmeriCorps is another form of service to our country. AmeriCorps programs meet our country's critical needs in disaster services, economic opportunity, education, environmental stewardship, healthy futures, as well as with our veterans and military families. AmeriCorps members serve with nonprofits, schools, public agencies, faith-based groups and community organizations. AmeriCorps members address the critical needs in communities around North Carolina.
AmeriCorps is made up of three programs: AmeriCorps State and National; AmeriCorps VISTA; and AmeriCorps NCCC (National Civilian Community Corps). All three AmeriCorps programs are connected to the Corporation for National and Community Service, an independent federal agency created to connect Americans of all ages and backgrounds with opportunities to give back to their communities and their nation.
AmeriCorps Programs
Since 1994, more than 4,000 AmeriCorps members have given at least one year of their lives to serve North Carolina. AmeriCorps members are in service to their country. By becoming an AmeriCorps member, you pledge to act, to get things done. Your role will be to make your communities safer and help the residents become smarter and healthier. Below are current programs in North Carolina:
Project MARS, Spirit of Excellence, Project Conserve, Project POWER, CTNC AmeriCorps, STEMCorps East, Partnership to End Homlessness, Carolina College Advising Corps, Duke College Advising Corps, Project ACCESS, Med-Serve, Project Read, NC AbilityCorps, Friends of the NC Museum of Natural Science
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Why a community should apply for an AmeriCorps grant?
- Notice of Funding Opportunity for 2020-21 and Application Instructions
- Matching Funds Chart, Form A- Certifications and Assurances, and Form B- Organizational Capacity Survey
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- AmeriCorps Grant Training is mandatory, please contact the AmeriCorps program training officer for details.
AmeriCorps Alumni
AmeriCorps Alums is now part of Service Year Alliance. Register to stay involved! AmeriCorps alumni continue to be community service leaders in their communities. North Carolina's AmeriCorps alumni chapters also facilitate mentoring current members and organizing service projects so former members can continue to "get things done."
National AmeriCorps Programs
Senior Corps helps volunteers age 55 and older find the best way to serve in their communities. Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) volunteers serve in local nonprofit and public organizations, including schools, libraries, health care facilities and law enforcement agencies. Foster Grandparent volunteers make a difference in the lives of children in schools, hospitals, drug treatment centers, correctional institutions and child care centers. Senior Companion volunteers help adults who have difficulty with daily tasks maintain their independence. For more information about the Senior Corps, please click here.
AmeriCorps VISTA members work to bring individuals and communities out of poverty. Members work at nonprofit and public agencies to fight illiteracy, improve health services, reduce unemployment, increase housing opportunities and expand access to technology for those living in rural and urban areas of poverty across North Carolina. For more information about AmeriCorps VISTA, please click here.
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British Virgin Islands-registered company Pluris Energy Group Inc., an international energy company engaged in the acquisition and development of producing oil and gas interests in South America, announced that on August 27, 2009 it entered into a Share Exchange Agreement with Nationwide Energy Portal Inc., a Texas-based developer and provider of a proprietary software based energy portal. By terms of the agreement, Pluris will acquire through a reverse merger full stock of Nationwide Energy, which is currently a privately held company. Nationwide shareholders will receive 150,000,000 common shares of the BVI company. Escrow agreement between the companies will be entered into prior to the closing date of September 30, 2009.
After closing the transaction, Nationwide will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Pluris Energy, and approximately 80 per cent of BVI company's stock will be controlled by the Nationwide shareholders. Nationwide will take over management of Pluris Energy, will appoint a new Board of Directors, and will pursue the continuation of the current Nationwide's business model of developing and deploying proprietary software architecture.
Also, by terms of the agreement, two wholly owned subsidiaries of Pluris Energy Group, BVI-registered Pluris Energy Group Inc. and Argentinian company Pluris Sarmiento Petroleo SA, must be divested of all their liabilities being transferred from Pluris Energy. Additional terms of the Agreement set out that the books of the company can not retain amounts greater that $175,000 in outstanding debts due and owing at the Closing Date.
As a result of the subsidiary divestiture requirements, on August 29 Pluris Energy sold all of its rights, title and interests in the subsidiaries for the transfer and assumption of approximately $1.3 mln owing to company's creditors. Additionally, the company received indemnification for up to $1.0 mln for any other previous liabilities that might arise from its operations prior to the closing of the agreement.
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BVI-registered Pluris Energy enters into share exchange agreement with Nationwide Energy
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Agenus to Participate in Brain Cancer Vaccine and Immunotherapy Discussion on September 23rd Webcast
Agenus to Participate in Brain Cancer Vaccine and Immunotherapy Discussion on September 23rdWebcast
LEXINGTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Agenus Inc. (NAS: AGEN) today announced that Dr. Garo Armen, chairman and CEO of Agenus, will participate in a webcast, titled "Glioblastoma - Brain Cancer: The Next Generation of Therapies," being sponsored by ProActive Capital Group on Monday, September 23, 2013 at 12 noon ET. The webcast will feature two medical experts in the field of glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) in a moderated discussion of immunological approaches for the treatment of brain cancer:
- Andrew T. Parsa, MD, PhD, Michael J. Marchese Professor and Chair, Department of Neurological Surgery at Northwestern University School of Medicine
- John A. Boockvar, MD, Professor of Neurological Surgery and Co-director of the Brain and Spinal Tumor Program at the Weill Cornell Brain and Spine Center
The discussion will be moderated by the biotechnology team at Maxim Group, led by Jason Kolbert.
Webcast Information
To access the live audio webcast, please log on through a link located on Agenus' website www.agenusbio.com/webcast/ and use passcode 40290515. A replay of the webcast will be available approximately one hour after the conclusion of the live event.
About Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM)
The incidence rates of primary malignant brain and central nervous system cancers have increased over the last three decades.1 The American Cancer Society estimates that more than 23,000 malignant tumors of the brain or spinal cord will be diagnosed during 2013 in the US, and that more than 14,000 people will die from these tumors. 2 GBM is the most common primary malignant brain tumor and accounts for the majority of diagnoses. It has been associated with a particularly poor prognosis, with survival rates at one and five years equaling 33.7% and 4.5%, respectively.3 The current standard of care for patients with newly diagnosed GBM is surgical resection followed by fractionated external beam radiotherapy and systemic temozolomide4 resulting in a median OS of 14.6 months5 based on data from a randomized Phase 3 trial. Although this treatment can prolong survival, it is not curative and the vast majority of patients with GBM experience recurrent disease, with a median time to recurrence of seven months.6 Currently, there is no standard treatment for patients with recurrent GBM, although additional surgery, chemotherapy (i.e., CCNU, temozolomide), bevacizumab, and radiotherapy are used.
About the Prophage Series (HSPPC-96) Cancer Vaccines
The Prophage Series G vaccines are currently being studied in two different settings of GBM: newly diagnosed and recurrent disease. Prophage Series cancer vaccines are autologous therapies derived from cells extracted from the patient's tumor. As a result, Prophage Series vaccines contain a precise antigenic 'fingerprint' of a patient's particular cancer and are designed to reprogram the body's immune system to target only cells bearing this fingerprint, reducing the risk that powerful anti-cancer agents will target healthy tissue and cause debilitating side effects often associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
About Agenus
Agenus Inc. is a biotechnology company working to develop treatments for cancers and infectious diseases. The company is focused on immunotherapeutic products based on strong platform technologies with multiple product candidates advancing through the clinic, including several product candidates that have advanced into late-stage clinical trials through corporate partners. Between Agenus and its partners, 23 programs are in clinical development. For more information, please visit www.agenusbio.com, or connect with the company on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Google+.
Forward-Looking Statement
This press release contains forward-looking statements, including statements regarding up-coming presentations and the potential application of the Company's technologies and product candidates in the prevention and treatment of diseases. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. These risks and uncertainties include, among others, the factors described under the Risk Factors section of our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission for the period ended June 30, 2013. Agenus cautions investors not to place considerable reliance on the forward-looking statements contained in this release. These statements speak only as of the date of this document, and Agenus undertakes no obligation to update or revise the statements. All forward-looking statements are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. Agenus' business is subject to substantial risks and uncertainties, including those identified above. When evaluating Agenus' business and securities, investors should give careful consideration to these risks and uncertainties.
1. Maher EA, McKee AC. In: Atlas of diagnostic oncology. 3. Skarin AT, Canellos GP, editor. London: Elsevier Science; 2003. Neoplasms of the central nervous system; pp. 5-10.
2. http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/pdq/treatment/adultbrain/HealthProfessional/page1
3. Central Brain Tumor Registry of the United States (CBTRUS) 2010 CBTRUS statistical report: primary brain and central nervous system tumors diagnosed in the United States in 2004-2006. http://www.cbtrus.org/reports/reports.html
4. National Comprehensive Cancer Network clinical practice guidelines in oncology-central nervous system cancers. v.1.2010.
5. Stupp, R., et al., Radiotherapy plus concomitant and adjuvant temozolomide for glioblastoma. N Engl J Med, 2005. 352(10): p. 987-96.
6. Wen PY, DeAngelis LM. Chemotherapy for low-grade gliomas: emerging consensus on its benefits. Neurology. 2007;68(21):1762-1763. doi: 10.1212/01.wnl.0000266866.13748.a9.
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Donald Trump has declared that he can be more presidential than any former president, barring Abraham Lincoln.
Following heavy criticism for his address to the 2017 Boy Scouts of America National Jamboree on Monday, the commander-in-chief returned to the familiarity of a campaign rally in Youngstown, Ohio, where he declared being presidential was "real easy".
Speaking to an enthusiastic crowd, some whom were wearing hats bearing Trump's "Make America great again" slogan, he said: "It's much easier, by the way, to act presidential than what we're doing here tonight. Believe me.
"And I said, with the exception of the late, great Abraham Lincoln, I can be more presidential than any president that's ever held this office. That I can tell you. It's real easy."
His appearance at Monday's annual Jamboree stirred complaints from scouting and non-scouting families alike for Trump's frequent meanderings into politics: at one point goading the thousands of young attendees into booing his predecessor, Barack Obama.
The real estate mogul has struggled to shake off intense scrutiny over his presidential style in recent weeks, which has been compounded by a Senate investigation into alleged collusion with Russia in the run-up to the 2016 election.
Jared Kushner did very well yesterday in proving he did not collude with the Russians. Witch Hunt. Next up, 11 year old Barron Trump!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) July 25, 2017
After his son-in-law Jared Kushner's appearance in front of the investigating Senate committee on Monday, Trump tweeted: "Jared Kushner did very well yesterday in proving he did not collude with the Russians. Witch Hunt. Next up, 11 year old Barron Trump!" in reference to a perceived witch-hunt against his close allies and family.
In the ensuing fallout from his recent myriad causes of stress, there is one thing observers may agree on: his presidential qualities are being tested to the limit.


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I picked up Jennifer E. Smith's novel The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight last year, not quite sure what to expect, but I loved it and finished it in one sitting. So when one of my best friends told me that she had a new book coming out, I was incredibly excited, and even more so when I received and advanced readers copy of it last week. And I was not disappointed in the slightest.
Graham, a famous teen actor, accidentally sends an email to Ellie, and soon they're emailing back and forth every night. The only thing is, neither one knows exactly who the other is, other than they're a teen girl and boy, and that they're starting to fall for each other. When Graham's next movie begins filming in the small seaside town where Ellie lives, they finally meet. But much as they like each other, Ellie doesn't like the publicity that their relationship could bring. Will they find a way to be together?
This is What Happy Looks Like, much like The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight (Smith's previous novel), goes way beyond what you'd expect based off of the back cover. If you were just to read the blurbs and summaries the wrong way, This is What Happy Looks Like would seem incredibly cheesy; but this is one of the most enjoyable romances (and realistic fiction novels) that I've ever read. Jennifer E. Smith's characters are complex and fully developed, and you get drawn more and more into the story as it progresses.
I hope you'll look into This is What Happy Looks Like as soon as it comes out on April 2nd; it's one of the best books I've read so far this year. Check out Jennifer E. Smith's website at <http://www.jenniferesmith.com/>. I hope you'll come see her at the festival in May!
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Winger Regan Grace and loose forward Morgan Knowles have been nominated for the Betfred Super League Young Player of the Year award, joining Wigan's Oliver Gildart on the three-man short-list.
Grace made his debut for St Helens in the Good Friday derby game at Wigan and has since gone on to score 10 tries in 23 appearances.
Team-mate Knowles has missed only one game all season and in 29 appearances has completed 822 tackles and notched a couple of tries.
Both have also been named in the Wales train-on squad ahead of the Rugby League World Cup which will be staged later this year.
The short-list for the major individual award, the Steve Prescott Man of Steel, has also been revealed.
Castleford's Luke Gale and Zak Hardaker and Hull FC stand-off Albert Kelly are the three players short-listed.
The Man of Steel is chosen by a poll of every Betfred Super League player and results will be made public after the event hosted in Manchester on Tuesday, October 3.
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Well, first off, it was SO good to see you all and talk on Skype!! Sorry I cried like a baby, but I think you all expected that. Christmas was wonderful, and talking to you was the highlight. We all recieved lots of fun gifts from Santa and I'm grateful for all you sent me too. LOVE IT ALL!!!
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Feliz Navidad!
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It's Almost Christmas
Fun fun week.
The only other thing I have to say is that today I MADE BAKKELS. WOOHOO!!
Love you guys so much and miss you, especially this time of year. But I know that really, I'm sharing a gift with people that has blessed me SO much and its the small sacrifice I can give.
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Week of Miracles
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Birthday and Thanksgiving in Chile
First off, I got the birthday card!! I actually got it about a week and a half ago, but I waited to open it til the special day. 🙂 Thanks so much for the foto and recipes too, AMAZING! Hna Ruiz made me pancakes, I made almond syrup (I found extract! ha ha), and they gave me a super yummy cake FULL of trick candles. Took awhile to blow out. I haven't gotten the package yet, but its all good. Honestly, the card made my day, so I can be patient. 🙂 The rest of my day we spent contacting….which was interesting. Guys, I'm getting bold, and it kinda freaks me out. Its so cool how the spirit works too. On one street in the evening I had the thought to ask the people we were going to contact for references, or if they knew anyone we could serve. We were at one house and I did that. She asked us if we were looking for work, "No, we are just here to serve people here if they need help". "Gratis?" At first she didn't seem interested AT ALL in listening to us, but once we explained that we just wanted to help people, she was will to just talk to us and find out more. She couldn't believe that people actually do that! Ha ha. Also, we ended the night with english class and the elders taught our one trusty student Vicente how to sing Happy Birthday, so they sang when I walked in. Kinda made my life. 🙂 No, but really, I had a very happy birthday, so thank you all very much!


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LiNQ™ is a unique, two piece system, comprised of a replacement AR-Type or AK-Type rifle grip and a green laser and white light module. The grip and unit are paired wirelessly, allowing the operator to control the laser and light with the grip. The replacement grip installs like any aftermarket AR-15/M4 (or AK) grip. Crimson Trace includes the single bolt needed to attach the grip. The module can be rail mounted to the firearm at the discretion of the user and attaches to M1913 Picatinny (or similar) accessory rails measuring at least 2 3/4" in length. Pairing the grip and module is a quick and simple process and is accomplished in seconds. A sync indicator light on the grip will blink while pairing, remain on for 30 seconds and will then turn off. The LiNQ system will then remain wirelessly paired even if the rifle is stored.
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Protect your Biz: online legal essentials for Canadian small businesses - with Corinne Boudreau
Corinne is a small business lawyer in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and has been giving practical legal advice to business owners and professionals since 2002.
Corinne's business, Legal Essentials Inc. provides an online community with legal tools and templates for Canadian women business owners. This is important because business owners don't know what they don't know about legal issues and there are very few Canadian legal resource tools online - many buy from US sources which are not usually appropriate. Being afraid about legal stuff can paralyze an owner and being ignorant of legal issues can introduce big risks.
In this episode of The Art of Online Marketing, Corinne and I discuss:
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Its Tax Day...but if you didn't already know that, it's probably too late for you. Good luck!
Yesterday, City Council introduced their amendments to the mayor's budget (PDF). All told, the amendments increase the budget by $19,109,723 while proposing only $8,286,620 worth of cuts, so obviously there's some work left to be done. A big chunk of that budget boost goes toward salary increases for police and fire fighters, which should definitely help with personnel retention—now to figure out how to pay for it...Further down the budget sheet, you could probably guess that Councilman Agelasto's proposal to cut $1.6 million from GRTC's operating budget did not sit well with me. That $1.6 million will pay wage increases for drivers and set aside additional money to fund the Pulse, neither of which are things we can cut. Ultimately, that amendment will lead to cuts to regular, fixed-route service—which is exactly the opposite of what the entire City Council said they wanted after voting 9-0 to support the Richmond Transit Network Plan. But! In a wild Turns Out moment, Councilman Agelasto said the amendment was introduced solely to be used as leverage to get VCU to pay for students and staff to use GRTC. Now that's something I can totally get behind, but the councilman's shoot-the-hostage strategy is too dang stressful for my blood! Ned Oliver at the RTD sat through the entire budget work session and lived to tell the tale, so you should give him the courtesy of reading his recap.
Oh, also! Council discussed cutting $400,000 from the mayor's budget dedicated toward the Office of Community Wealth Building. So far, this is the only thing to elicit a response from the mayor himself.
Micheal Paul Williams takes to task the city's relentless desire to subsidize Main Street Station's train shed. This piece has everything you're looking for: 6th Street Marketplace references, Washington Training Camp shade, and Councilwoman Gray quotes. The last paragraph is great.
I don't know what to make of the federal civil rights investigation of Richmond Public Schools. Jackie Kruszewski at Style Weekly has the background info to get you caught up to speed, though.
More words about Richmond's glut of grocery stores in Richmond Magazine! This quote is great, "Robert Kelley, assistant professor of management at VCU's school of business, looks at the number of retail supermarkets in Richmond and asks, 'My god, how are they all going to survive?'"
The first runner to arrive at the Boston Marathon? Richmonder Shihan Wijeyeratne! That's awesome.
- Squirrels fell to Bowie, 2-3. That series continues tonight at 6:35 PM.
- Nats begin a series with Atlanta tonight at 7:35 PM.
This morning's longread
How shoelaces come undone
This did not help me figure out how to keep my son's shoes tied.
The "someone" in question was Ms Gregg, who endured numerous sessions on a treadmill so that the behaviour of her shoelaces could be monitored. Using cameras, and also tiny accelerometers attached to the laces, the researchers realised that two things are important. One is how the act of walking deforms the reef at the centre of a bow. The other is how the different inertial forces on the straight-ended and looped extremities of the bow conspire to pull the lace though the reef in the way a wearer would when taking a shoe off.


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Passport changes expected next year
Savaira Tabua
November 9, 2018 3:47 am
The Immigration Department is currently working on the transition of the current passport book to E-Passports.
A new feature is to have a chip in the official document.
Director Immigration Nemani Vuniwaqa says this is to ensure that the security feature is more effective and it will be difficult to copy any Fijian passport.
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Vuniwaqa has confirmed the tender for this work will soon be awarded.
"We just went through a tender and a number of companies have shown their interest which is just a matter of finalizing and awarding the tender to the respective company .That is enhancing our image and security of our boarders".
There is hope the project will be implemented next year.


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Warning: Reading this will result in hours of casual gaming.
Facebook is confusing the living with the dead.
Here's the moment a Huntsman spider dragged a mouse along a fridge.
It's the perfect middle ground we're all still waiting for.
Facebook, lose that number.
Nice try, Facebook, but you'll have to do better than that.
Mark Zuckerberg is looking to bring the internet—and Facebook—to remote areas.
Social media saves the day again.
It's time to seriously up your selfie game.
There could be a load of messages you haven't received.
Users in the U.K. and U.S. received notification asking if they were okay.
New high score here we come.
Here's how you play it.
Sounds like more of a ghost town than Google+.
A simple command line opens up the Game of Kings.


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Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy is on the cutting edge of energy medicine. This form of Craniosacral Therapy focuses on the formation of a relationship between the practitioner, the inherent treatment plan and the Breath of Life of the client.
It is a gentle yet profound non-invasive, hands-on treatment for the whole body.
Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapists understand how an optimally functioning healthy nervous system performs. We are trained for years on how to use acute perception skills to perceive subtle physiological changes. Therapists are also aware of the energetic map that underlies one's basic health and symptomology. We believe that health is never lost no matter what the ailment.
We use our ability to identify the parts of the nervous system that are not functioning optimally and our awareness of the "always available health" in the body to assist the system in bringing itself back into balance.
This supports greater ease and helps the body decrease symptoms. While BCST is a profound approach to healing of many different illnesses, my passion and interest lie in working with clients with anxiety, PTSD, stress, depression , trauma related issues. These conditions often present as headaches, exhaustion, TMJ, hyperactivity, lethargy, insomnia, over active mind, unexplained aches and pains, stiff or sore joints to name a few. The session encompasses the well being of the whole being, Body, Mind and Spirit.
I have been seeing David for craniosacral therapy through most of my pregnancy and after, between 2018-2019. And I can't begin to express my deepest gratitude for all that I received though this journey. Knowing that I was in the hands of a knowledgeable therapist was one thing, also that he genuinely cared for my well being was totally another.
His sessions were so relaxing and meditative for me. I would go into this wonderful space of stillness and wouldn't know the lapse of time. I had deep rooted fears, several related to pregnancy, and CST sort of eased it out for me. And even before I knew it I began losing my fears and anxiety gradually session after session. The progress was tangible. And what didn't go away after the session sure did with his humour and personal experience that he later shared.
I also noticed my baby respond to the sessions. I personally feel that CST is the reason my baby is not fussy and feels calm and secured. She also did receive a few sessions after birth.
The best thing about CST is that the body just knows what to do. Although I was taking sessions for pregnancy related issues, I was also healed of my heel and knee pain which would make climbing stairs difficult.
I had faced few challenges post partum and David was very kind to accommodate me at short notice. I am ever so grateful for his kindness and care especially through the tough times. David belongs to this rare species of humans who is a through professional yet would go above and beyond to make you comfortable. I highly recommend the therapy and the therapist :)
–Janani R. Govindarajan
I love, love, love my cranial sacral sessions with David. They are such a gentle and supportive way of bringing my body into balance.
David's hands listen to my body and seem to know just where to go to release blocked energy and help restore my vitality.
He is perceptive, unpretentious and has a great sense of humour, bringing all these qualities to bear in his work.
I would recommend David most highly to anyone. In fact I have and do constantly.
—Kate Beahan
I came to David over ten years ago with serious lower back issues. Within two months or so, he managed to single-handedly get me to a place where I was pain-free. This was after I had attempted multiple treatment modalities for months prior to meeting him... He was the only person who could undo the muscle spasms and return my back to working order. My monthly visits have kept the structural issues at bay, and they're also massively stress reducing. He has an expert grasp on the anatomy and physiology of the body and he also works intuitively. I don't know if I can ever leave LA because he's the only person I trust with bodywork. My life would be drastically different without his care and his gift.
—David Carlson
David is hands down the best therapist i have had through all of my years. Not only does he know about anatomy and physiology which in my experience most massage therapists don't really know about, he works intuitively—and i have to say most of the time he is right. I would consider him a real healer as well, and that is something you don't really come across often. Anyone would be lucky to experience one of his sessions.
—Belinda Mason
Davids body work goes beyond traditional massage therapy. He is an artist, a healer, and surgeon at times. As an athlete and a trainer I understand the importance of taking care of the body, and Davids therapeutic work goes beyond fascial release. He gets to the root of the problem and has the power to heal you back to top performance levels. His understanding of body mechanics and how the system functions as a whole has helped me personally as well as many of my clients.
—Cole Williams
David has been our massage therapist for the past two years. One of the things that we love the most about David is that he is at his best when he is helping others! Whether you're looking to relax or realign, David is wonderful at listening to all of our concerns and addressing them properly. Not only is he a pro at relaxing tired & achey muscles he also knows how to calm the mind & soul at the same time. We always feel amazing after each session with David...as if the weight of the world has literally been lifted off of our shoulders. He knows the exact pressure points to hit and even works out knots and kinks that we didn't even know existed. We also love the fact that he is extremely reliable, punctual & always shows up to work with a smile on his face. If you are looking for all this in a masseuse then David is your guy! You won't be disappointed!!
—Britten & Todd Wadler
I was referred to David for body work when recovering from spinal surgery.
Experiencing a frustrating level of post operative tightness and pain, I was immediately reassured and impressed by David's knowledge of biomechanics, the muscular system and the challenges of recovering from surgery.
David worked to release and alleviate the tightness and pain that persisted after the procedures. I started feeling relief after the first treatment.
He not only understands the body and the complexity of its responses to injury and surgery, he makes you feel comfortable from the get go.
I'd happily recommend David to anyone!
—Dr Kevin Hsu
I saw David for craniosacral therapy. David truly has gifted hands! He reads and listens to the body in a very intuitive way. He did some work around my occiput and upper neck. I felt my whole body shift and reorganize. My neck felt so much better. I also experienced a greater sense of calm and well-being. David's work is invaluable! I can't recommend him enough!
—Karen Pasquini
David Stoltz cured my back pain! And that's just for starters. I say this because he addresses the mind/body in a way that few practitioners know how to do, or do well. His massage (which is top notch) attends not just to the body, but also to the emotional pain that often hides beneath the layers of muscles and tissue. When giving a massage, David relies on both his mechanical skills, and his intuition, which together give him an almost sixth sense ability to knows where he needs to go to bring the highest level of relief and healing. In addition, David is a highly skilled and gifted cranial sacral practitioner, a technique that releases stress and stimulates the body's innate healing system. I consider myself not just lucky, but blessed, to have found David! And my back, which until very recently was in-need of a weekly visit to the physical therapist, is grateful to know him as well!
I'm a filmmaker so lots of hours on my feet, lifting heavy equipment, traveling and worst of all - extended periods of sitting in edit! The first time I hobbled in to see David, I'd been suffering from terrible, chronic back pain for about 6 years. He was the first practitioner to give me real relief. If you're looking for someone with a therapeutic approach who isn't afraid to apply the pressure for optimal results, he is your guy. By far the best therapist I've ever met. If only he'd move to London!
—Becky Hutner. London, UK
I have been with David since the beginning of his journey with craniosacral work and I have known him for almost 40 years. He is a truly gifted craniosacral who takes a deeply devotional approach to his study and practice of the work. I don't really understand the process but what I do know is this—a 45 minute session on David's table makes me feel like I have spent hours in meditation. I would highly recommend David as a practitioner of this amazing work. He is also a delightful human being. You will not be disappointed.
—Ilene. Los Angeles, CA
I go to David for Bio-Dynamic Cranial Sacral Therapy and I find his work to be very powerful. He is a true healer. His work is energetic and I experience deep change, both physical and mental. I leave a session with David feeling refreshed and relaxed. I also feel a deep unwinding in my neck and back. I always feel taller after a session with David. I find this amazing because his touch is intuitive and seemingly light, yet the change he is able to bring about is profound. He goes deep without having to exert force. This is his magic. I recommend him highly to all my friends and to anyone who can experience his transformative work.
—Al Fielder. Los Angeles, CA


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Ulcerative colitis
Ulcerative colitis is a chronic disease that causes inflammation and sores in the lining of the rectum and colon. These sores, known as ulcers, can flare up and cause painful symptoms, and can increase the risk for colon cancer. Ulcerative colitis is a form of inflammatory bowel disease and is similar to Crohn's disease.
Ulcerative colitis usually begins between the ages of 15 and 30, although many people over the age of 50 also develop the disease. The cause of ulcerative colitis is not known, but may be associated with immune system abnormalities. While stress and other environmental factors are not causes, they may trigger symptoms..
Symptoms of ulcerative colitis may occur in flare-ups that are sudden and severe, or begin gradually with mild symptoms. Although each person experiences the disease differently, common symptoms include:
Abdominal pain
Bloody diarrhea
Loss of appetite
Joint pains
Treatment for ulcerative colitis depends on the severity of the disease, but can include drug therapy to induce and maintain remission, hospitalization to treat severe symptoms, or surgery to remove the colon and rectum. Some patients with ulcerative colitis may eventually need their colons removed because of excessive bleeding and a high risk of cancer. Dr. Prokupek can help you decide which treatment option is best for you.
Dale Prokupek, MD is an award-winning, board-certified internist and gastroenterologist. He has over 14 years of experience treating ulcerative colitis, including the most complex cases. He understands the need for thorough evaluation, aggressive treatment, and close follow-up. Dr. Prokupek uses the most current, state-of-the-art medical equipment to accurately diagnose and treat gastrointestinal diseases.
Dale Prokupek, MD receives outstanding reviews from patients, and has been awarded the Patient's Choice Award. He is also an associate clinical professor of medicine at the Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Dr. Prokupek sees patients at his private practice in Beverly Hills, and at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.


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a poetical response following close observation: pebbles for rivers of stones
Monday, 19 March 2012
On the windowsill
empty and useless, power devoured
From now on they're rechargeable
change of diet for a mouse
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What on earth were you using them for that 'devoured' the power? (Nice phrase, by the way) Or do you just not throw them away, like me. The number of dead batteries I have to go through before I find a working one is quite amazing.
We've been given recycling bags so I haven't been able to just throw them, but seem to have gone through far too many for the mouse I acquired with my laptop last September (and I don't know why the odd number when it takes two at a time). My husband has one of those battery power checking things so I do know that if they have reached the windowsill they're dead. And I must remember today to bag them up and put in the blue box...ReplyDelete
Ah. Batteries are specifically excluded from our recycling and I have to remember to take them to a local shop, who have a box for them. And of course I never do!ReplyDelete


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So, here I am, the day before I get kicked out of Madison House. The level of emotions I'm feeling is absurd. I'm so stressed because despite sending two suitcases home with my parents, I STILL cannot seem to be able to pack up my room. I'm so excited to go back home, to see my friends & family and be in America. I'm so relieved that finals are done and over with, that the weight is lifted over our shoulders. I'm so in shock that it's already summer, and that I'm now a senior in college. I start real life in one year. I'm so SAD to leave London and Europe. I just spent the past three and a half months living the life. Let's face it. I've been looking forward to studying abroad since college tours in high school. And now it's over. How did that happen? Bittersweet is the correct word, but there's so much more to it. What will be the most weird will be next weekend when a few of us are back in London for the Royal wedding (yes :)) but will not be coming home to Madhouse. Or that half of our group, our family, will be home tomorrow. Yes, home in America, back in that time zone 5 hours behind us. We gave back our locks for our safes, our mobile phones and our FSU ID cards today. Things that were such a routine part of my day are now back in the office downstairs, waiting for the next group to waltz in. IT'S SO SAD!
Moving on.
Last night we had our final banquet/dinner. It was at a church over by St. Paul's, in the crypt of the church. The dinner was amazing. I got a cheese/vegetable souffle for appetizer, chicken with mashed potatoes and greens for main course and chocolate cake and ginger ice cream for dessert. Add in wine and everyone from Madhouse and it was a great night. People gave toasts, we gave gifts to Joan & Charlotte, and took a ton of pictures. Afterwards we went (where else?) to O'Neills to say our farewell to what became our favorite go-to bar this semester.
Saying bye to Mariah 😦 our house dog!!
Before watching the photo slideshow Paul made for the group
So London. ^^ Sarah, the spice girl.
Group taking over the street, walking to Holborn
Name tag and chocolate! Happy early Easter!
First toast of the evening…Annalina
Joan & Charlotte opening gifts
Flat D roommates with Charlotte, our house mom 🙂
I'll go ahead and update stuff from these past weeks in a different post so I get to break it all up 🙂


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Updated July 26, 2019
Please watch this video, and read and understand the information below before signing up. There are a lot of 'gotchas' that you need to understand if you're going to use this service.
If you're an arborist, there's stuff in here for you, too. If you have any questions, just send an email to email@example.com.
How to prepare before a Chip Drop
What's allowed in a Chip Drop?
What's not allowed in a Chip Drop?
Will there be logs in my Chip Drop?
Why are there sticks in my Chip Drop?
Why is there garbage in my Chip Drop?
What's the white stuff growing in my Chip Drop?
Where should wood chips never be dropped?
Paying for a Chip Drop - Gardeners
Why would I want this?
Arborist wood chips make a great mulch for your yard or garden. Mulching around garden beds and along pathways will help keep down weeds and retain moisture in your soil.
Check out this video to see what arborist wood chips are, and why they're the best choice for your yard and garden.
How big is a Chip Drop?
You'll receive an entire dump trucks worth of wood chips, which can be as much as 20 cubic yards, approximately. There is no way to request a specific amount; you won't know how much you're getting until it shows up. It could be as little as 4 yards.
That may seem like a lot, but wood chips break down quickly, and it's recommended to spread them in a thick layer to work effectively, up to 9" thick! If you end up having more than you need, give some away to your neighbors! The crews won't drop partial loads, so please be ready to accept as much as 20 yards.
Here are some pictures to show you what you're getting. Most of these pictures came from homeowners who were upset with the size of the load or the amount of leaves and pine needles in them. Please consider this before signing up.
How to prepare before a Chip Drop
The following tips can help ensure that the chips get dropped where you want them, without issue:
Your drop site must be accessible to the crew without any phone call ahead of time. If you require a call ahead of time, you should not sign up for this service.
Make sure the drop site is big enough. No less than 8' wide, and 15' long, with room for the truck to maneuver. The chips will spill out on all sides, so make sure to barricade or move any delicate plants, pots, yard art, garden gnomes, etc., that might get buried.
Make sure there aren't cars parked in the drop site during the day.
Areas along busy streets (speed limit >25mph) are not great drop sites.
Check for low overhead lines and tree branches that the drop box would hit as it's being raised. They can go up pretty high, about 20'.
Leave a marker on the place where you want the chips dropped. This can be a tarp, a cone, or a six pack of beer.
Include a secondary drop site in your description, in case the crew is not able to drop them at your first choice. (e.g. 'If you can't drop them in the driveway, drop them on the side of the road in front of the house.')
What's allowed in a Chip Drop?
A typical load contains about 50% wood chips and 50% green, leafy material or pine needles. About 5% of the load is often unchipped brush, small sticks, and maybe a few scoops of dirt, gravel or trash.
There is always a small amount of material at the end of a job that the chipper won't accept for one reason or another. In order to make this service viable, a small amount of random debris should be expected in each load. Just chuck it in your refuse bin.
What's not allowed in a Chip Drop?
None of the following items should be included in a wood chip load:
logs (unless the gardener has specified that they accept logs)
more garbage than you could pickup with two hands
large rocks over 1"
any wood species that the gardener has specified they do not accept
un-chipped brush or woody material that is over 5% of the entire load. This includes long, shredded or stringy chips that have been processed by a poorly adjusted chipper. Check your anvil and blade gap (arborists).
dirt, grass clippings, rocks, or any landscaping or fill materials
stump grindings
construction waste, including plywood, lumber, nails and screws, etc.
As an arborist, you may have bad loads from time to time that do not meet Chip Drop's requirements. Also, if your chipper blades are dull, or the blades are not adjusted correctly, you may produce a stringy, shredded material that is not appropriate for delivery at Chip Drop sites. Any time you have a 'bad load', please dump it somewhere else.
Accidents happen. In the event of an accident, the following describes who is responsible for reparations:
Arborist trucks are heavy. If your driveway is thin enough, it could crack from the weight of a large truck. Any damage to your driveway or yard as a result of an arborist's truck is the responsibility of the property owner, not the arborist or Chip Drop.
It is the responsibility of the arborist to know if they can safely maneuver and drop a load in the specified location. Any damage to property, with the exception of the driveway, as a result of an arborist's truck, or the chips or logs they drop, is the responsibility of the arborist.
Chip Drop is not liable for any damage to persons or property related to the delivery of wood chips or logs. If an incident involving personal injury or property damage occurs, Chip Drop will help to facilitate a resolution by putting each party in contact with each other. It is up to the parties involved to resolve the issue independently of Chip Drop. Chip Drop is not liable for fees, fines or penalties associated with any delivery of a load of wood chips.
When will I get mine?
As soon as you place a request, you could get a delivery as early as that day. Typical delivery times are between 1 and 5 weeks. Longer wait times will occur during winter months, and to locations in less populated areas, or in any city where Chip Drop is just getting started. Offering to pay for a delivery can help increase your chances of getting a delivery sooner. If you haven't received chips after 25 days, we'll send you an email to make sure you still want to be on the list.
Will there be logs in my Chip Drop?
Arborists should not put any unchipped logs into a load unless the gardener has specified that they accept logs. If you're a gardener who is accepting logs, please know that they may be rather large. The logs won't come pre-split, and they may be longer than you need them. You cannot specify the length or diameter of the logs, but you can specify that you don't want them.
If you're requesting a load of logs, you'll want to be sure you have access to a chainsaw and splitting equipment. There's no guarantee that the logs will be cut to length before they arrive.
*Pro Tip: By accepting a few logs, you're more likely to get wood chips sooner.
Why are there sticks in my Chip Drop?
Sticks and twigs also make great bio material for your yard and soil. Most plant material, even sticks and twigs, will break down within 1 year and provide nutrients for your soil and habitat for beneficial insects. If you have a yard debris collection service in your city, you can also use this to get rid of any unwanted woody material.
Why is there garbage in my Chip Drop?
In some cases you may find small amounts of garbage or small rocks in your wood chip pile. Please understand that arborists often rake and clean areas right next to roadways, and cannot sift through all of the piles to remove all of the garbage. If you feel like you've received an excessive amount of trash in your load, please let us know. If you find a shredded glove, a soda can, and a candy wrapper, search for the arborist. They may be in there.
What's the white stuff growing in my Chip Drop?
As wood chips sit in a large pile, they will naturally heat up and start to decompose. As this happens, mushroom mycelium will start to grow on the wood chips and break them down. This may look like a white or green mold growing on the wood chips. There may also be a powdery substance that floats in the air when you disturb the pile. This is all normal wood chip behavior, and is actually very beneficial to your soil and garden. However, it can be very bad to breathe in this dust. We recommend that you wear a dust mask while spreading wood chip mulch to avoid breathing in too much of the dust.
If you have asthma, any breathing related medical issue, or any known allergies to wood or plant material, you should not spread wood chips in your yard. Please have someone spread the wood chips for you. After the chips are spread, wait about 2-ish weeks before you walk on them.
Read more about the benefits of mycelium and fungi in the garden.
Where should wood chips never be dropped?
As an arborist, please never drop wood chips in the following locations, even if specified by the owner:
blocking a neighbor's driveway
blocking a car in a driveway, unless the homeowner has said it's okay
on a narrow or busy road such that the load spills out past where your truck would be if it were parked in that same place
around the base of a tree or on top of obvious landscape plantings
next to or on top of any piece of property or structure that could be damaged by the weight of the load
Paying for a Chip Drop - Gardeners and Homeowners
Chip Drop allows gardeners and homeowners an option to pay for a delivery. If you decide to pay for a delivery, the payment will be processed after the chips are delivered. If you never receive a delivery, your card will never be charged.
Paying for a delivery is voluntary, with a range from $20 - $80. Any payment you make helps to offset the cost to the tree company to use the service. If you're only interested in free wood chips, you can still sign up! Over half of our deliveries go to folks who don't want to pay.
Paying for a delivery does not change the quantity, quality, or type of material you will receive with your delivery. It does not change the Expectations of Service in any way, other than increasing your chances of getting a delivery sooner. It does not guarantee that you will receive a delivery.
Again, paying is not required, but it is greatly appreciated!
Fee to drop - Arborists
Chip Drop costs $20 per drop for arborists. There is no subscription or monthly fee. In some cities Chip Drop is free for arborists, but this is only temporary until we reach a critical mass of users in your city. We'll give you a heads up if we're going to start charging in your area.
Some drop sites are free to arborists, no matter what. These are sites where the homeowner / gardener has offered to pay for the delivery. Here's how it works:
any gardener who offers to pay $20 for a drop is free for the arborist to drop at. The gardener essentially pays the arborist's fee.
any gardener who offers to pay $40 - $80 for a drop is free for the arborist to drop at, plus we will apply a credit to the arborist's account for the difference, which can be used for future drops (e.g. arborist delivers to a gardener who's offering $60 for a delivery, we'll give the arborist 40 credits towards 2 future drops)
Arborists can acrue credits by dropping at sites where the gardener has offered to pay for a delivery. These credits will tally up in the arborist's account and can be used towards future drops. Credits can never be cashed in, or redeemed outside of the Chip Drop service. They can only be used towards drops which might otherwise require the arborist to pay a fee.
Legal stuff
These Expectations of Service are supplementary and complementary to our Terms of Service. In any case where these Expectations of Service contradict our Terms of Service, the Terms of Service take precedence.
Here are answers to some common question that folks often ask:
Can I get a half load?
Nope. You have to accept the whole truck load, up to 20 yards.
Can I request 'no leaves'?
Nope. You should expect leaves and pine needles in your delivery.
I only want 'clean wood chips'.
I don't know what that means, but Chip Drop is probably not the right service for you. You should find mulch from another source.
How do I take myself off the list?
You can cancel your request in your profile, if you have a pending request. If you don't have a pending request, it should indicate this in your profile.
How do I make sure I only get one load?
We automatically take everyone off the list after each delivery attempt.
How do I get multiple loads?
Just add yourself back to the list. There's no limit on how many loads you can receive.
Will diseases from the wood chips spread to other plants in my yard?
Probably not. Check out this paper.
Will wood chips attract ants and termites to my yard?
Nope. Check out this paper.
Will wood chips acidify my soil?
No. Check out this paper.
Will wood chips rob my soil of nitrogen?
Nope. In fact, wood chips will add nitrogen to your soil over time. Watch this informative video to learn more..
Pine needles are definitely bad for my garden, right?
Wrong again. Here's This Old House to tell you why.
Is Chip Drop really free?
Chip Drop is free for gardeners (anyone who wants wood chips). Chip Drop costs $20 per drop for arborists.
How do I mulch around a tree?
This Old House will teach you.
How do I mulch in a garden?
This guy will explain it to you.
How do I kill weeds and grass with mulch?
All will be revealed in this captivating video.
How do I make sure I don't get a delivery while I'm on vacation?
Just cancel your request, and as soon as you're ready again, you can submit a new one. There's no preference given for deliveries based on wait time.
But I don't want to get bumped to the back of the list!
There's no order or priority to the list. Arborists don't deliver to sites based on how long they have been waiting. Arborists choose sites based on who is closest to them, whether or not they're willing to accept logs, and whether or not they're willing to pay for the delivery. They may also look at previous delivery attempts you've had, and comments that previous arborists have made about your site.
How do I speed up my delivery?
By accepting a few logs, not being too picky or specific in your description, and making sure your site is set up properly . Offering $20 for a delivery also helps when demand is high, like in the spring and summer months, but it's not required. We don't want folks to feel like they have to pay in order to get a delivery.
I signed up last month, but now I'm not on the list any more. What happened?
We take each site off the list every 25 days as a security precaution. You'll get an email from us each time with an easy 'Keep Me On The List' button. I know it's annoying, but it's necessary.
A car was blocking the driveway and the arborist couldn't drop the chips. Am I blacklisted now?
You're not blacklisted, but the arborist probably left a comment that other arborists can see. If you have too many unsuccessful drops, future arborists probably won't want to drop at your site. To avoid this, make sure your site is set up properly.
I don't want any Palm, Tree of Heaven, Black Walnut, or Oleander in my delivery.
These actually make fine mulches, and aren't harmful to your garden as some may have you believe. But if there are any species that you don't want, there is a section in your profile where you can list them. The arborists should honor these requests.
I don't want any mulch that is poisonous to my dogs or horses.
It's up to you to know which species of wood chips are toxic to your animals. Most animals who are fed a proper diet will not consume plants or wood chips that are toxic. Well, Labs probably will. But other than Labs, most animals are smart enough not to eat poisonous wood chips. Please consults your veterinarian, and list any species that you don't want in your profile.
I heard that it's bad to mulch thicker than 2".
This is probably true with decorative or store-bought mulches. This isn't a problem with arborist wood chips. They won't compact and create a water barrier like some mulches do, and you don't need to till or cultivate arborist wood chip mulch like you need to with some decorative mulches. #lowmaintenance
Will there be thorns in my wood chips?
There could be. In most cases the thorns will break down and dissolve after laying on the ground for a few months. In general, you shouldn't plan on walking around your yard bare foot after you've laid down mulch. If there aren't thorns, the wood will still be splintery. If you're using the wood chips for a playground, specify this in your description and list 'no thorns'. Hopefully the arborists will honor this request, but no guarantees. It's a 'use at your own risk' sort of deal when it comes to thorns and spikey tree bits. Nature is a nasty thing :)
My wood chip pile is hot. Will it catch on fire?
No, but if you're worried about it, just spread it out and spray it down with a hose. The heat will dissipate quickly once it's not piled up in a mound.
Will invasive species spread from the wood chips I get?
They could. There's seeds and rhizomes of all kinds floating around all over the place, especially in cities, and they will likely be in your new pile of arborist wood chips. The key is to keep an eye on the pile after you spread out the wood chips, and pull any volunteers that sprout up out of the loose mulch. You can also let your pile 'cook' for a couple of weeks before you spread it out in your yard. This will help kill any viable plant material in the load.
How do I know if Chip Drop is active in my area?
After you sign up, check out the Area Map in your profile. Recent Chip Drops in your city will show up as brown triangles on the map. If you only see your house and no brown triangles, it probably means we don't have an active service in your area yet. If you can wait on the list for a while, it helps to encourage arborists in your area to start using the service. Otherwise, check back in the next time you need some mulch, and maybe we'll have better service in your area by then.


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Our Client Charles Wilhite Files Wrongful Conviction Lawsuit against the Commonwealth
On July 8, 2014, our firm filed a lawsuit against the Commonwealth of Massachusetts on behalf of our client Charles Wilhite, who is seeking compensation for being wrongfully convicted of murder and spending 40 months behind bars. Under Massachusetts General Law chapter 258D, compensation up to $500,000 is available to people who, like Mr. Wilhite, were erroneously convicted of a felony, maintained their innocence, and served part of their prison sentence.
Read this article in the Springfield Republican for more information about the lawsuit against the Commonwealth.
Read this article for more information about Mr. Wilhite's story and the federal civil rights lawsuit we filed against Springfield officers Pioggia, Tatro, and the City of Springfield.
Mr. Wilhite's two parallel cases address different issues. The federal civil rights case alleges constitutional violations by the police and the city. The 258D case is brought against the Commonwealth because state law recognizes the harm caused by convicting an innocent person; this type of case does not require a finding of fault.


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Warning Signs Of An Upcoming Water Heater Repair
Water heater repair and maintenance is frequently neglected until it's too late and the heater breaks down. If this happens when you're in the shower or your family members need hot water immediately, it can be an extremely annoying inconvenience.
Water heaters are typically located in out-of-the-way areas such as a corner of the garage or a small closet in the hallway. Because of their durability and location, we tend to overlook the upkeep of this household appliance. The best way to avoid unexpected water heater repair or replacement is to inspect it periodically for these warning signs.
Your Water Heater's Age
Look for the manufacturer's sticker toward the top of your heater. This contains useful information about the serial number and the manufacture date. Most manufacturers recommend you replace your water heater every eight to twelve years, depending on the location and type of water heater you have. The size of your family and rate at which the hot water is used will also factor into the heater's lifespan. If your heater is in this age range, consider having a professional inspect it, especially before the colder months arrive.
Water Is Warm, Not Hot
For an electric heater, this could be a sign that the heating element is burning out. For a gas heater, check to make sure the pilot light is lit, the gas is connected, and the thermocouple is functioning properly. On both types of heaters, make sure the thermostat is set between 120 and 140 degrees Fahrenheit. If your water is not reaching this temperature range, it could be cause for concern.
Rusty or Metallic Water
If your hot water has a rusty color, it could be a sign that the heater has begun to rust on the inside or that your pipes are rusting. Drain a few five-gallon buckets of water from the heater. If the water does not run clear by the third bucket, it's a sign that the rust is inside the heater.
If your water has a metallic smell or taste, it could mean sediment or metal flakes are mixing with the water. Use the same test from above to determine whether the problem is inside your heater or within your hot water pipes.
Rumbling or Sizzling
Over time, sediment will build up and settle at the bottom of your heater's tank. This sediment hardens as the water is heated and reheated and will cause the rumbling, banging, and sizzling sounds you hear. The hardened sediment also means your heater will require more energy and time to heat the water. This can cause the metal to become brittle, crack, or develop tiny holes that lead to leaks.
Leaks can be caused by holes or cracks in your water tank or by weakened pipes or fittings. Check the pipes and tighten the fittings if necessary. If these are dry and you find water is still collecting around the tank, it's time to call for water heater repairs.
Call Capital Care For Your Water Heater Repair
If you observe any of these warning signs or if you find yourself constantly making small repairs, something bigger may be going on. Contact Capital Care Plumbing anytime, 24 hours a day, to discuss your plumbing needs or for emergency water heater repair.


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Elders wanted for photography series by Tanya Friend
Do you know any elders in your community that would love to be
photographically recorded for future generations? Your Mum, Dad,
grandparent, aunt, uncle? Then this opportunity might be for them!
Photographer Tanya Friend roams across parts of Australia and captures elderly characters and their quotes on film for her beautiful series 'A Breed of Their Own'.
Tanya is coming to the Jerilderie area mid-May and is hoping to record some
old souls. She is looking for elderly folks (75+) from the region with stories in their faces and lives. Hardworking groundbreakers to gentle grandfolk - the 'Albert Faceys' who think nothing of their own stories but will mean so much to future
Please contact Tanya to put some potential characters on the list (anyone is welcome to take up this opportunity)


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Fall Colors Brighten At The San Francisco Botanical Garden/
Best viewing time at San Francisco Botanical Garden (SFBG) is October — November (for updates on peak times, visitors are encouraged to follow the Garden on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter)
Nothing signals the change of seasons quite like fall foliage. As the air gets crisp and the shadows get longer, the lovely sight of a canopy of yellow, red, orange and magenta leaves reminds us of the cycle of life.
At SFBG, visitors will find some delightful splashes of autumn color across its 55 acres as the ginkgo trees turn to bright gold, the dogwoods become a deep red-purple, and the native vine maples take on a fiery tangerine glow. A particular highlight is the Persian ironwood tree, whose leaves become a stunning rainbow of variable shades, from yellow to burgundy. Large deciduous shrubs like the smoke bush also add striking seasonal color to the landscape.
One particularly interesting Japanese maple cultivar is called 'Sango kaku,' known commonly as Japanese coral bark maple. After the leaves turn gold and drop in fall, the bark and twigs take on a brilliant coral-red tinge that grows deeper as winter advances.
San Francisco Botanical Garden, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco
Open 365 days a year at 7:30 AM. Last entry changes with the seasons as follows: 5 PM October – early November; 4 PM 1st Sunday in November – January.
FREE with regular admission as follows:
San Francisco Residents: FREE with proof of residency
Non-residents: $8 general, $6 youth 12-17 and seniors; $2 children 5-11; children 4 and under FREE. Families of 2 adults and one or more child pay just $17.
The Garden is free daily 7:30-9am and all day on second Tuesdays of the month
www.SFBotanicalGarden.org, (415) 661-1316
Children's Story Time in the Library
Autumn Colors & Celebrations: Sundays, October 2 & 16
Special Halloween Story Time: Sunday, October 30
Harvest Season: Sundays, November 8 & 2210:30–11:30am
FREE (admission required for Garden walks following story readings)
Bean Sprouts Family Days
Saturdays, Now-October 29, 1-4pm
FREE with regular admission
Journey out to the Children's Garden to enjoy hands-on outdoor fun! Create colorful crafts with flowers, help weed and water the garden, read a book or play a nature game with Garden staff and teen interns. Suitable for families with children aged 3-10.
San Francisco Botanical Garden, located in Golden Gate Park with entrances on 9th Ave at Lincoln Way and on Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive off the Music Concourse, is open 365 days a year at 7:30 AM. Last entry changes with the seasons as follows: 5 PM October – early November; 4 PM 1st Sunday in November – January; 5 PM February – early March; 6 PM 2nd Sunday in March – September. Admission for San Francisco residents (with proof of residence, e.g., CA ID with SF address, or photo ID and utility bill) is FREE. Admission for non-residents is $8 general, $6 youth 12-17 and seniors; $2 children 5-11; children 4 and under FREE. Families of 2 adults and one or more child pay just $17. Admission is FREE to all visitors from 7:30 to 9 AM. The public should call (415) 661-1316 or visit www.sfbotanicalgarden.org for more information.


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A University of Portsmouth lecturer has won gold for Outstanding Contribution to Work Experience at the National Undergraduate Employability (NUE) Awards.
Dr Julie Udell, a lecturer in Psychology, took over the role of helping students find relevant work experience about six years ago and the course has since seen a huge rise in excellent feedback from students and employers.
Students she has worked with have also seen a dramatic rise in graduate employment rates, with more than 93 per cent of Portsmouth Psychology graduates in work or in further study six months after graduating.
Dr Udell said: "I feel very honoured to receive this award. I love working with students as they navigate the many career choices that they have available to them. I find it so rewarding being able to provide them with guidance and support, throughout the process, which I hope serves them well in the future, too."
In the past two years, Psychology has become one of the most successful of all departments and schools at the University for the number of students gaining work experience.
As well as giving careers lectures to students, Dr Udell also trains and supports academic colleagues and champions employability throughout the department.
Head of Psychology Dr James Ost said: "This is really well deserved and a testament to the amazing hard work that Julie and her team put in supporting our students.
"Julie is exceptional in her role. She is innovative and highly flexible in helping our students find work experience, whether that's a short-term volunteering opportunity or a year-long placement.
"She has built extensive contacts with industry and has the trust and grateful thanks of countless students not just for helping them find a placement, but for being available throughout their placements to ensure they learn and benefit to the maximum degree.
"With Julie's help, our students are far better prepared for entry into the job market both in terms of their knowledge of the subject and how to apply their knowledge in a wide range of workplaces."
In 2016, two thirds of final year Psychology students did at least one placement; 12 per cent did two or more; and 169 students volunteered, the highest number from any department in the University.
The NUE award was given to "celebrate the tireless and invaluable contributions made by a particular individual within a university to help students apply and maximise their work experience opportunities".