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Open house Sunday at fire station
After more than 30 years in law enforcement, Robert Taylor is hanging up his gun belt and holster and stepping down from his patrol duties.
The former Toulon police chief and current Stark County Sheriff's deputy is retiring, and an open house is scheduled from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the community room in the Toulon Fire Department.
After graduating from AlWood High School, Taylor became interested in emergency services and volunteered as a firefighter in Andover in the mid 1970s.
Later he became Andover's ESDA coordinator and a worker for Red Cross Disaster Services, while working a full-time job with the railroad.
As ESDA coordinator he worked closely with Woodhull's ESDA coordinator, Jimmy Wayne, who was the town police chief.
In 1979 Taylor quit his job with the railroad to work at Pearson's in Galva. He regularly stopped in Woodhull to visit with Wayne on his route home.
"In the fall of 1979 he (Jimmy Wayne) handed me a grocery sack with a gun and ammo and told me to report for firearms training the next morning in the Quad Cities," said Taylor. "That started my career in law enforcement as a part-time officer in Woodhull. I sort of liked it and a few months later I also went to work as a part-time officer in Cambridge."
When Pearson's went out of business in 1982 Taylor decided to pursue a full-time career in law enforcement.
In February of 1983, he became a part-time officer in Toulon and began training as police chief. He became chief two months later when Chief Glenn Engstrom retired.
Taylor was Toulon's police chief from 1983 until 2010. He has been a deputy for the past couple of years.
Taylor said he has seen many changes over the years, especially with the stiffer penalties that are enforced now against offenders.
Early in his career, he said, an officer was more apt to write a warning ticket for violations rather than making an arrest, and juvenile problems were more commonly solved through direct parental involvement.
"It's not an unusual routine nowadays for an officer to lead a kid out of school in handcuffs following an incident. That was something that was very rarely, if ever, an occurrence when I first became a police officer," said Taylor.
At 62, Taylor has been looking forward to spending more time with his family and friends, and pursing a couple of hobbies such fishing and hand-crafting American flutes and related musical instruments.


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The Mary D. Pretlow Anchor Branch opened as the Ocean View Branch on July 21, 1923 on the second floor of the Ocean View Branch of the Trust Company of Norfolk building on A Avenue. In 1939, it was moved into a large room in Ocean View School, the moved to its present location in 1961 and was renamed for Mary Denson Pretlow, Norfolk Public Library's second library director.
The Pretlow Branch closed in February 2005 and reopened on April 1 at a temporary location so that a larger, regional or "anchor," library could be built on the site. Mary D. Pretlow Anchor Branch opened in 2008. The $10.8 million regional facility with 90 public computers and a huge children's area featured a 110-seat public meeting room and a wing for the Ocean View Station Museum. It was the city's first anchor branch library.
Miss Mary Denson Pretlow became the librarian of the Norfolk Public Library in 1917, when the library board still operated as a private corporation. She oversaw the reclassification of the nonfiction collection to conform to the Dewey Decimal system, assisted in collecting enough Virginiana to open the Sargeant Memorial Room (now the Sargeant Memorial Collection) in May 1927, and grew the library system from a central library with one branch to a central library with seven neighborhood branches. Miss Pretlow retired in 1947.
Learn how to reserve a meeting room at the Pretlow Anchor Branch.
- Date: 12/11/2013 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
- Location: Mary D. Pretlow Anchor Branch Library, 2nd Floor Program Rm
111 W. Ocean View Avenue
Norfolk, Virginia 23503
Babygarten features cool music, exciting board books and fun toys. It's a rhyme time for infants (birth to 24 months) and their caregivers that helps to build phonological awareness, increase eye-hand coordination and develop body awareness. This rhythmic program will enrich your child's life from the very beginning and provides an excellent foundation for the future. (Babies & Toddlers)
Call the children's department at 757-441-1750 or register in person.
Registration for January 7 – March 5 session begins Monday, December 16.
Registration for March 18 – May 28 session begins Monday, March 10.
(757) 441-1750

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Cleburne County could be the site of a massive water garden that got its start 50 years ago this year.
Fifty years ago this year, President John F. Kennedy stopped in Cleburne County to dedicate the Greers Ferry Dam. It signaled the completion of a project that completely changed the face, and the future, of the county. Kennedy left Cleburne to continue on to Dallas, where tragic fate caused his untimely end and left a country in mourning. With a presidency and energetic life cut short, many of Kennedy's goals were left unfinished and a legacy was left incomplete. Unbeknownst to many, one of those goals was the development of a massive water/botanical garden to be built here in Cleburne County.
According to sources, the water garden was a brainchild of Herbert Thomas, the man behind Eden Isle. Arkansas Senator J. William Fulbright became an ardent supporter of the project early on and was determined to bring it to the attention of Kennedy. Reportedly, Fulbright discussed the idea with Kennedy on the helicopter flight to the dedication from Little Rock to Heber. After the dedication ceremonies, Fulbright and Kennedy discussed the project further, at which point Kennedy reportedly had the helicopter turn around mid-flight to inspect the proposed site for the project. After touring the proposed site, Kennedy is reported to have instructed his aids to "make it happen". Preliminary plans were drawn and land was set aside, but the assassination of the president caused this, and many other projects, to come to a halt. The plans, however, and the land (located on the river close the fish hatchery) are still there and are still, with a few alterations, earmarked for this project. This incomplete legacy of Kennedy has languished in limbo for decades, until now.
A couple of months ago, Bill Lindsey brought the project to the attention of County Judge Jerry Holmes. Holmes immediately recognized not only the historical significance of the project, but the impact the water garden could have on the future of Cleburne County, both economically and historically. The gardens, based on the design of the Tivoli Gardens in Italy, would be a center of tourism and education. If completed, Cleburne County would have only water/botanical garden of this nature and size in the entire Western Hemisphere, making it not only a draw for local tourists, but for sightseers around the world. Just like Greers Ferry Lake moved Cleburne forward and changed the face of the county, these gardens would help define county in the future. Cleburne County would have another source of pride to show off to the world.
The Sun-Times will be telling the story of the project over multiple issues. From beginning efforts by Judge Holmes and others, the process and where it stands now, and how the story develops as we move forward with this exciting proposal as we potentially sit on the cusp of a bright and shining future for Cleburne County. Next week, we will discuss the efforts of Holmes and other players in pulling the project together and where the proposal currently stands as far as adoption and funding.


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The majority of flu viruses identified this season by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have been a strain of Influenza A, H1N1, the same strain that caused a pandemic in 2009.
Better stock up on the chicken soup: Flu season is well underway in Stark County.
So far this season about 290 people in Stark County have been reported as testing positive for the flu, according to Christina Henning, epidemiologist at the Canton City Board of Health.
And as of Sunday, 109 Stark County residents had been reported as hospitalized for flu-related reasons.All Stark County hospitals have visitation restrictions in response to the flu.
Visitors younger than age 14 are not permitted, as children can often carry the virus without showing symptoms, said Dr. Margaret Kobe, an infectious disease physician who works with both Aultman Hospital and Mercy Medical Center.
The majority of flu viruses identified this season by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have been a strain of Influenza A, H1N1, the same strain that caused a pandemic in 2009.
H1N1 tends to affect children and young and middle-aged adults more than older adults. So far this season, 61 percent of people reported as hospitalized for the flu have been between 18 and 64 years old, according to the CDC.
Patients in Stark County have ranged in age from months old to more than 90 years old. The median age of flu patients was 33, a concern as the rate of infection among the adult population is higher than expected, Henning said via e-mail.
"In a typical season we traditionally find elevated rates of diagnosed influenza among the very young and the very old," she said.
Flu vaccines available this year protect against H1N1, according to the CDC.
The majority of those hospitalized in Stark County — 88 percent — had primarily Type A influenza, Henning said.
The Ohio Department of Health confirmed at two strains of Type A are circulating in Ohio. The remaining 12 percent had either Type B influenza or a combination of both; it is possible to have both Type A and Type B influenza at the same time or in the same season, she said.
Both the trivalent (three strain) and quadravelent (four strain) flu vaccines available this year protect against the Type A strains currently circulating, she said.
While the specific Type B strain circulating Ohio has not been identified yet, two Type B strains have been identified by the CDC as circulating nationally. Both of those strains are part of the quadravelent vaccine, Henning said.
The flu, a viral infection that commonly affects the respiratory track, often strikes suddenly.
"(People) feel fine one day and the next day they're in bed," Kobe said.
The virus is marked by classic symptoms: Fever, chills, severe head and muscle aches, coughing, sore throat and congestion. "People just overall feel terrible," she said.
Flu symptoms are similar but more severe than those of a cold, and a cold isn't often accompanied by a fever, she said.
If you think you have the flu, you should contact your doctor as soon as possible. People die from influenza, she said.
There are medications that can help counteract the virus, but they need to be started within 48 hours to be effective, Kobe said.
The flu is very contagious, especially for those with weakened immune systems, so if you're sick, stay home. You're better off not attending family functions, school or work — places where you'd spread the disease, Kobe said.
The CDC also recommends washing your hands; not sharing linens or eating utensils with a sick person without washing them first; and cleaning and disinfecting commonly-touched surfaces at home, work and school, especially if someone is ill.
The best way to avoid getting sick is to get a flu shot, Kobe said.
For the first time, a new quadravelent flu vaccine is available that protects against four different viruses, she said. Previous vaccines only protected against three strains.
There is also a new vaccine available for those who are allergic to eggs. That vaccine isn't readily available but can be ordered for a patient who can't otherwise get a flu shot because of an allergy, she said.
It's not too late to get a flu shot for this year; the vaccine is recommended for anyone age six months and older, she said.
While it's hard to predict how effective a flu shot will be each season, those with the shot have a definite advantage, she said. Even if you get the flu, it likely won't be as severe a case, she said.
The Canton City Health Department is not planning any special flu shot clinics, Henning said.
"You can get the flu shot on practically every street corner," she joked, referencing the shot's availability at most drug stores and pharmacies.
According to the CDC's HealthMap Vaccine Finder, the flu shot is available at Rite Aid, Walgreens, CVS, Kmart, Discount Drug Mart and Target pharmacies.
Flu shots are available at the Stark County Health Department by appointment; call 330-493-9914, ext. 241 for information.
Reach Jessica at 330-580-8322
On Twitter: @jholbrookREP
Feeling under the weather? It could be the flu. According to Dr. Margaret Kobe, an infectious disease physician who works with both Aultman Hospital and Mercy Medical Center, common flu symptoms include:
• Fever, often with chills
• Severe headache
• Malaise (a general sick feeling)
• Muscle aches
• Non-productive cough
• Sore throat
• Congestion
• In some cases (mostly children), vomiting and diarrhea, according to the Stark County Health Department.
Stark County hospitals have enacted visitation restrictions in response to flu season.
As of Jan. 2, visitors younger than 14 are not permitted "because early flu and cold symptoms are not always apparent in this age group."
According to a notice from Aultman Hospital, in certain circumstances some young visitors may be given special consideration by the charge nurse.
Hospitals are also discouraging those with typical cold and flu symptoms from visiting patients.


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S o, I'm here to report a betrayal.
A dear friend, one I've loved for years, recently stabbed me in the back.
After all these years of (impatiently) awaiting its arrival, looking hot (AKA. a little slutty) and drinking copiously to its honor, the New Year has let me down, with 2013 playing a fickle little game by bitch-slapping me with a nasty cold the fourth day in.
So now I get to play catch-up. Which means this column's quick 'n' dirty, but still satisfying. Good in all the right places, all weekend long. We'll see if we can fit it all in ....
OK, I'm done.
But seriously, this town's glad you folks are back.
Especially those venues -- like the Absinthe House -- that need those fine asses bumpin' and grindin' each weekend.
It's even had its lights pimped out, ready to rock your socks off with new LED lighting as you party hard at their Saturday night House Party.
Info: Saturday House Party at Absinthe House, 1109 Walnut Street.
Grub, Walrus-style
Down the road, the Walrus has a few 2013 perks of its own. After all, the new year isn't PMS-ing on everyone.
First, they've got their January mixtape ready for you to pick up on your way to the dance floor, or online to download. Just go to boulderwalrus.com.
More important, they've decided to amp up their weekend allure. Now, it's the triple threat: dancing, drinking and dining.
Well, dining may be a bit .... generous. Let's say drunkenly pig out. Because this year, they've got Shaggy's "famous" poutine -- gravy fries -- on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Info: Walrus Saloon now offering food, 1911 11th St.
An Upslope classic
Course, there's plenty of shenanigans to be had away from this downtown block. Take Upslope Brewing. They've got a re-release this Friday -- the Foreign Style Stout -- that's been around the block a few times but still has plenty to offer.
The Foreign Style Stout -- Upslope's first anniversary beer in 2009 -- is back, refreshed from its days as the first canned limited release in 2012. A smooth, savory flavor with "a touch of roast" and "hint of bitterness," thanks to their Patagonian hops, it's a brew to indulge in this year.
Info: Upslope Brewing's re-release of the Foreign Style Stout, 2 p.m. on Friday, 1501 Lee Hill Road No. 20.
Basketball and beer
Last but not least, you Buffs need to dust off that school pride of yours and get to cheering for your basketball team.
West End Tavern's going to help. Their shuttle service to CU games is renewed, taking you to the UCLA game this weekend. And with drink specials before and after the game, it's a safe ride rife with libations.
Info: Catch the Ride from the West End Tavern this Saturday at noon for the UCLA game, 926 Pearl Street.
Follow Alex on Twitter: @ansieh, firstname.lastname@example.com


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Ok Guys here is the first off of the new double trigger frame. It is not anodized etc but it is the first off from the production run. We tried to spice it up a little with the AGD and indents on the back. Let's hear some feedback!
Ok Guys here is the first off of the new double trigger frame. It is not anodized etc but it is the first off from the production run. We tried to spice it up a little with the AGD and indents on the back. Let's hear some feedback!
automagverb)1to eliminate from a paintball game, 2to be better than a spray and prey player with a cocker or angel, 3to kick some major @$$
...I want one. Nuff said. Good work AGD. Oh, how much are they gonna run and where can we get em?
<<<Dark Jedi Mag>>>
Black Teflon E-mag body
Retro Valve
Black 9V Revvy
LAPCO 12" Autospirit
KAPP black foregrip
PMI rubber grips
Sretch-Z Drop Forward
(coming soon) 68/3000 Flatline
"I am your father."
--Darth Vader
oh! oh! oh! one question?!.....WHEN IS IT COMING?!
will it come with the dye grips or will there be agd grips?
automagverb)1to eliminate from a paintball game, 2to be better than a spray and prey player with a cocker or angel, 3to kick some major @$$
That looks awesome. When do they come out and how much
I must shoot my enemy before he shoots me.
A lie will never become the truth, Only the truth can be the truth.
Freedom is a state of mind.
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Will they come with a safety, trigger pin, trigger and grips installed? And when do you THINK they will be releases
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also it looks pretty good nice job id get it over any other after market grip and i know it will be high quality since you make it so no messing up.
Should be a couple weeks to machine them, another week for ano and another to get them assembled,packed and shipped. They will come with a trigger and safety but we haven't decided on grips yet. The best thing you can do for us is to go bug your dealers for them. Tell them you want to pre order so you are first on the list. We are going to make them black unless you tell us otherwise. They should be in the same price range as similar grips.
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I want black.
i like the chrome and how bout an anodized blue?
automagverb)1to eliminate from a paintball game, 2to be better than a spray and prey player with a cocker or angel, 3to kick some major @$$
ok guys my benchys for sale
I want to work at AGD. I do nothing all day but come up with ideas and test protos, yet I get payed for it how sweet. I know some of you do wotk but I want to me the mindless one in the corner getting payed to play with magnets. Ohh yeah and I suggest you make your frames in chrome and black. AGD one off topic question, do you still sell minimag bodies or not?
I want one......DANG IT AGD! Now I have to choose between warp/freak/12 volt revvie/retro, and now this! Warp it is, but I have to have one of those.
looks like a e-mag frame with no lcd... sweet!!!!! i like it alot. i just had a thought of selling my z-grip. but no. i suggest black, chrome, and maybe anno in different colors. Just a thought, maybe you can make it like the new z-grips, made for RT but comes with a spacer so it can be for a mag too. man i love these forums!
Automag P/F
Blue 12vt. ReVLution
12" J&J Ceramic
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Black Kapp Stubby
Blue On/Off Asa
SiN Powdercoating
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I think it looks awsome right now. If that gun had a silver barrel it'd look good.
that frame looks sweet, it reminds me of the Emag grip! good work AGD
Very nice! Colors would be great too. I like the short pull that they look like they have. In a related topic, would you consider removing some if not all of the hump on the trigger to make it more of a "blade" or "stick" trigger? If not, then thats all I will do to it WHEN (not if) I get mine. Kudos again AGD!
Looks nice...
Will they fit the RT??????
Looks good!! about how much will it cost?
does it have a hole in the trigger guard for the allen? The hole might collect dirt.
looks excellent
That looks great......now how well does it perform?
I'll just wait till everyone else here buys one and tries it out
Still deciding on this or go electro.
Oh....and you should have a Chrome version. True chrome..the "white" chrome.....not the nickel plated version that most other manufacturers try to pass off as chrome.
Heck, might as well have a nickel version too....but definitely proper chrome version.
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GOD THIS PISSES ME OFF!!!!!!! whenever agd posts pics of new prototype things, the pics never work for me, they always show up as big red x's
Looks awesome!!!!! Will it fit the RT Pro? How about a part number for black or chrome so I can bug my dealer to order them.
Beautiful....defenately stick with black.
Retro Mag
Center Flag Hyper grip
14" J&J Ceramic
68cu 4500psi Max Flow
Nice, if you need to send a few out for feild testing, then i am avalible to take one.
nice what will those things cost???
My Mag can beat your spyder w/ no paint.~~~me
Dont worry if it wasnt for losers like u, There couldnt be winners like me.~~~me
Beating u really takes no effort, just a ton of paint.~~~me
Me thinks AGD is converting from simple PVC slap ons to slippery-when-wet sexy styling...
You done good!
Hey, will you guys ever have millable meat to put on the mags... say detachable metal components... that could totally change the look of the gun? Could slip right over the round body... kinda how sight rail works. Because would be in segments, people could mix pre-made milled parts. Different shapes, different styles... give guys like DYE/KAPP the raw pieces and let them play with it. They could make kits. Give WarpedSportz something to work with, so they can make DarkMags that have the same allure as a DarkAngel... I know you guys are into simplicity and performance... but I really think sales would take a kick in the pants if you went for aesthetics/sexy-factor... and allow for people to have diverse styling options. Like custom cockers/Angels for example... They can make them look like completely different beasts compared to stock... more drastic than you can do with a mag. Don't get me wrong, mags look nice, and can be made to look really nice... but you don't get that ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL I'm a Ferarri look... that someone who didn't even know what a paintball gun was could appreciate and want to touch. People like *goodies*... more things to tinker with... even if it really doesn't do anything for them.
'Sacrifice the Body'
68 PF - HyperFrame - 68 Flatline - SS BigShot
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LOVE IT!!!! AGD does it again.


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Running time: 2 hours 35 minutes
Introducing the celebrated soprano Maria HeeJung Kim* from the Korean National Opera, Seoul and the international soprano Alyona Kistenyova*
'Stunning and emotionally charged'
Cardiff Morning Star
There are no booking fees for this production.
However, all bookings made through ATG Tickets for this venue are subject to a £4.00 Transaction fee.
All Super Seats include choice of nibble box, welcome drink and programme or theatre gift.
New Alexandra Theatre Visual Story: a visual resource to help prepare visitors for a new experience and to help them become familiar with new surroundings and what to expect. Please contact our Access Champion to request the Visual Story here
New Alexandra Theatre Virtual Tour: Make your way through the public areas of our venue to help familiarise you with our building. Click here
At the New Alexandra Theatre, we have an Access Ambassador for every performance. This member of staff is on hand to ensure our patrons have everything they need throughout their visit and they can be contacted via any member of our Front of House staff.
We value our customers greatly and welcome any feedback you may have. Please don't hesitate to speak to a member of our team during your visit.
To make a booking outside of these hours please call our Central Access Line.
Central Access Line: 0844 871 7677 (Mon – Sat, 6pm – 10pm. Sun 10am – 8pm)
Bookings made via this line will be subject to booking fees and a transaction charge. Calls cost 7p per minute, plus your phone company's access charge.
Our upcoming Access Performances:
For the benefit of patrons who use sign language; trained BSL signers stand to one side of the stage and interpret the script used throughout the performance.
Legally Blonde: Thu 24 May, 7.30pm
Birdsong: Thu 21 Jun, 7.30pm
Motown the Musical: Wed 24 Oct, 7.30pm
Benidorm: Wed 12 Dec, 7.30pm
Avenue Q: Thu 14 Feb, 7.30pm
Audio Described
A live verbal commentary given through infra-red headsets to assist patrons who are visually impaired. Touch Tours also give these patrons the opportunity to go up on stage and touch parts of the set, pieces of scenery, props and costumes.
Love From a Stranger: Sat 19 May, 2.30pm
Motown the Musical: Wed 31 Oct, 2.30pm
Rock of Ages: Thu 15 Nov, 7.30pm
Benidorm: Sat 8 Dec, 2.30pm
All Audio Described performances have a Touch Tour an hour and a half before the performance.
Captions are similar to television subtitles and give patrons who are deaf, deafened, or hard of hearing access to live performance.
Boogie Nights: Sat 25 Aug, 2.30pm
Motown the Musical: Tue 23 Oct, 7.30pm
Benidorm: Wed 19 Dec, 7.30pm
Informal performances primarily designed for patrons who may be concerned about attending a regular performance and may find visiting a theatre daunting.
Madagascar – A Musical Adventure: Thu 2 Aug, 2.30pmAwful Auntie: Tue 27 Nov, 7pm
There are 8 wheelchair spaces available in Stalls. Access to Stalls is available via the easy access entrance on Station Street, next to Stage Door. There is an intercom and a member of staff will meet you there. Please note, this entrance opens around 30 minutes before the performance.
Access to Dress Circle, Grand Upper Circle and the Ambassador Lounge is via stairs only.
There is no lift access at the theatre.
The New Alexandra Theatre offers Sennheiser infra-red listening systems.
Induction Loop Necklace
Suitable for persons wearing a hearing aid, the induction loop necklace is worn around the neck. Whilst wearing the necklace, switch your hearing aid to the 'T' setting and the sound is amplified. The necklace has an adjustable volume control.
This device amplifies sound through ear-pieces similar to regular headphones. Suitable for persons without a hearing aid.
To access the infrared system please request receiving equipment from a member of staff on the day of the show, who will contact the Access Ambassador. We do ask that these be returned after the show to a member of our Front of House staff.
Guide, hearing and
other working dogs are welcome in all parts of the theatre. If you wish to
bring your guide or hearing dog to the theatre, please advise the Box Office
when booking your tickets. Your dog is welcome to sit with you in the
auditorium however please note that some shows include special effects, e.g.
strobe lighting, smoke, pyrotechnics and loud bangs. Alternatively we can
organise for a member of staff to care for your dog during the performance and
provide them with some drinking water.
There are accessible toilet facilities on the ground floor of Stalls. These are separate, fully accessible, private, unisex facilities next to the easy access entrance door.
By Car
We recommend The Mailbox's secure award-winning car park, just 5 minutes walk away, for Sat Navs enter postcode B1 1RD . New Alexandra Theatre customers get an exclusive discounted car parking rate of £6 for 6 hours, saving £4. Take your Chip Coin along with your show ticket to the concierge desk, in the front foyer of the Suffolk Street Queensway theatre entrance at any stage during your visit to get the discount applied to your Chip Coin.
The NCP New Street Car Park is less than a minute away from the New Alexandra Theatre, for sat navs postcode is B5 4AN and NCP offer a pre-paid parking voucher for theatre customers. Simply visit our concierge desk at any stage during your visit to pay a £6 discounted parking rate and eliminate the need to queue for the pay machine at the end of the show. Terms and Conditions apply and vouchers are non refundable.
By Train
The new Birmingham New Street Station and Grand Central are now open. Together New Street and Grand Central provide world class transport links; shopping, food and drink in the heart of Birmingham City Centre, only a few steps away from the New Alexandra Theatre.
Inter City services run from all major towns and cities, including hourly services from London, into Birmingham New Street. Upon arrival at Birmingham New Street station, follow signs for the Station Street exit. The New Alexandra Theatre is located just a short 3 minute walk from the station.
For more information call National Rail Enquiries on 08457 484950 or visit National Rail.
By Bus
Most city buses stop within 5 minutes walk from the theatre. For further details on timetables call Travelline on 0871 200 22 33 (landline calls charged at 10p per minute) or online via Network West Midlands.
By Air
Birmingham International Airport has a rail link directly into Birmingham New Street, only a three minute walk to the New Alexandra Theatre.
Book online: Use the links below
Telephone Booking: 0844 871 3011 Calls cost 7p per minute, plus your phone company's access charge.
Groups Bookings: 0333 0095 382 (Calls charged at local rate). Birmingham Group Sales is open from 9am-5.30pm, Mon-Fri
Access Bookings: 0121 230 9077 (there is an answerphone facility too)
Stage Door / Admin:* 0121 230 9070
*please note it is not possible to assist
with bookings on this number
ATG continues to make the safety and security of its customers and staff a priority. As such, please bear in mind that we may undertake bag checks, so recommend you leave extra time to avoid queues, and refrain from bringing suitcases rucksacks and large bags into the Theatre. Many thanks for your cooperation.


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By Susan Stanton, Guest Columnist
He was gone in an instant. I turned to close the car door and when I looked back he wasn't there.
After the three hour ride from our coastal northeast Florida home to the apartment I am renting, I was tired and my body was stiff, but I moved faster than I ever imagined I could. My dog was missing and it was getting dark.
I ran across the street to where I had last seen him. My pulse raced as I called his name. When I knew he wasn't nearby anymore, I jumped in the car and followed the route we usually take on our walks. Maybe he'd head in a familiar direction. F Street to 3rd, past the Far Away Inn up G Street to 4th. I circled again and again, expanding the area, franti- cally calling his name. I asked a pedestrian if he had seen a little dog. Then I stopped a car.
How could this happen, I kept asking aloud. What was I going to do? I've loved this island from the first 15 minutes I spent here in April, but I didn't know whom to turn to in a case like this. What was the non-emergency police number? I didn't even know where to look it up. To make matters worse, the information on his tag was from our other place. Who would help me? If someone did find him how would they find met.
I drove back to the apartment, hoping he had returned. He's a smart little guy; maybe he had tired of his adventure or gotten spooked and come back. As I got out of the car to look around on foot, I saw a light color SUV-like vehicle stopped at the corner. When it headed in my direction I began waving my arms frantically. The car stopped and I said to the passenger, "Have you seen a little..."
I never finished the sentence because the woman was handing me Gizmo through the window. She said he had walked right up to her vehicle and seemed to want to get in. The SUV did look similar to mine, especially in the dark. She told me that a man who saw Gizmo approach them told her that he had heard a woman calling "Gizzie" near F Street. She checked Gizmo's tag, she headed in my direction.
I was so stunned to see Gizzie emerging from the win- dow and so grateful to be able to hold him that I never asked her name. She told me the story and when she mentioned where it all happened, I gasped - Dock Street. I had been looking for him in the wrong direction. I hardly ever take him that way. I don't want him to become familiar with that area because of the traffic. Maybe he saw a kitty he wanted to follow or a smell he couldn't resist. Maybe he chased a squirrel up a tree where he believes all squirrels belong.
I'll never know, but what I do know is the kindhearted but nameless woman who went out of her way to reunite a lost dog and his frantic mistress occupies a special place in my heart, as does this remarkable island that Gizzie and I hope someday to call home.
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TRAINING: Training is always changing, depending on the day.
When and why did you start training for fighting? I've been doing martial arts since I was eight years old. When I saw the UFC in '93 back when I was ten years old, I was hooked. I started training in everything and I knew that that was what I wanted to do.
What ranks and titles have you held? Black belt in Jiu-Jitsu under Ricardo Liborio, won numerous jiu-jitsu tournaments, Combat Fighting Championships (CFC) Welterweight Champion.
Do you have any heroes? Bruce Lee
What is your favorite technique? I like to kick people in the head
What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? Fighting for the UFC has been my goal in life since I was 10 years old after watching the 1st ever Ultimate Fighting Championship Live on Pay-Per-View.
Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? Valencia Community College. No degree.
What was your job before you started fighting? I had numerous jobs. I worked at McDonald's, Burger King, and Blockbuster. I was a hardwood stair carpenter for a little while and then became a barback at one of the top bars downtown in Orlando.
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There will be a special attraction for deaf people in theaters nationwide soon. By the end of this month, Regal Cinemas plans to have distributed closed-captioning glasses to 6,000 screens across the country.
Sony Entertainment Access Glasses are sort of like 3-D glasses, but for captioning. The captions are projected onto the glasses and appear to float about 10 feet in front of the user. They also come with audio tracks that describe the action on the screen for blind people, or they can boost the audio levels of the movie for those who are hard of hearing.
This is a big moment for the deaf, many of whom haven't been to the movies in a long time. Captioned screenings are few and far between, and current personal captioning devices that fit inside a cup holder with a screen attached are bulky, display the text out of their line of vision to the screen, and distract the other patrons.
Randy Smith Jr., the chief administrative officer for Regal Cinemas, says he has worked for more than a decade to find a solution to this problem. He tells Arun Rath, host of weekends on All Things Considered, that it has been his goal since 1998 "to develop a technology that would allow accessibility to the deaf and blind for every show time, for every feature."
Luckily, he had his own "personal guinea pig" at home, he says, in the form of his deaf son, Ryan, now 23. Smith said that as the tech companies would send him new prototypes, he and Ryan would test it out at the movies together, with Ryan giving him feedback along the way.
"We'd do that until we got to a point that we felt it was comfortable enough," Smith says.
Smith says he couldn't put into words what it felt like to finally be at this point, but after announcing the new device, he received a letter from a parent. Smith said that letter described the feeling perfectly:
"I've attempted to enjoy a movie with my son so many times over the last 26 years, but to no avail. After watching a movie I would try to discuss it with him. The comments he would make would in no way relate to the plot of the movie and at one point he finally confessed that as he watched the screen, he simply made up the story in his head. He didn't really know what was going on. The fact that I can take my son to a movie when he visits at the end of June is literally bringing tears to my eyes. It would seem silly to most people but I would imagine you understand what it feels like."
Smith says he can't express it any better than that.
UNIDENTIFIED WOMAN: Welcome to Regal Entertainment.
Randy Smith Jr. has been working for more than a decade to build a personal device for deaf people that would allow them to enjoy movies, something that didn't require special screenings and wasn't bulky, something that would simply put captions on the screens. And now, that device is here.
They're glasses that project the captions on a screen in the form of a hologram floating about 10 feet in front of the person using them, sort of like 3-D glasses for captioning. Sony and Regal Cinemas have partnered up to create the first batch, and they'll be distributed to about 6,000 theaters across the country this month.
For Randy Smith Jr., the project was also personal. His son, Ryan, is deaf and a self-proclaimed cinephile. Ryan was the first tester of the devices throughout the years.
RANDY SMITH JR.: It has been our goal for, you know, I'd say, 15 years, to develop a technology that would allow accessibility to the deaf and the blind for every show time, for every feature. So it took us a long time, but as technologies would be developed, we'd meet with them, and they would send me prototypes. And I'd come home, and I'd basically say, you know, Ryan, tonight, we're going to go see a film and test the new technology. And he would give me feedback as to what he liked or didn't like, and we'd send that back to the technology manufacturer, and they'd tweak it.
RATH: So now that you're perfecting the technology and getting it out there, what is this going to mean for your family and the deaf community?
JR.: You know, it's hard for me to put into words. I actually got an email from a parent yesterday. If we had the time, I'd read you a couple words because I think he said it best.
RATH: If you're able to, we'd love to hear that.
JR.: (Reading) I've attempted to enjoy a movie with my son so many times over the last 26 years but to no avail. After watching a movie, I would try to discuss it with him. The comments he would make would, in no way, relate to the plot of the movie. At one point, he finally confessed that as he watched the screen, he simply made up the story in his head because he didn't really know what was going on.
The fact that I can take my son to a movie when he visits at the end of June is literally bringing tears to my eyes. It would seem silly to most people, but I would imagine you understand what it feels like. And...
RATH: Wow.
JR.: ...I don't think I can express it any better than that.
RATH: Yeah. I mean, it's something that we all take for granted so much. That's pretty moving.
JR.: It is. And when you have children and, you know, the forms of entertainment that we, as a society, engage in, movies are a big part of it. And when you completely eliminate that option for your children or one child has to be left behind, you know, that's going to tear at your heartstring.
RATH: So you had this in 6,000 of your theaters now. How long do you think it'll take before this gets to be widespread and out there everywhere?
JR.: Regal is going to be complete at the end of this month, but most all of them will be complete by the end of this year.
RATH: Randy, congratulations again. Thank you so much for joining us.
JR.: Thank you. Thank you for having me, Arun.
RATH: That was Randy Smith Jr., chief executive officer for Regal Cinemas.
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Aquaman will join Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and, I don't know ... Wendy and Marvyn... in the "Batman Vs Superman: Dawn of Justice."
According to HitFix.com, former "Game of Thrones' star Jason Momoa-- who isn't blond and doesn't have orange skin last time I checked -- will play the role.
Was that skin? Or was it a suit? Did Aquaman dye his hair? These are all important questions director Zack Snyder will have to answer.
HitFix reported Monday that, though it hasn't been officially announced, Snyder has finalized designs for Aquaman so shooting of the character can begin soon.
The website also reported that all that destruction Superman caused in the last movie by fighting General Zod at the end is going to be an issue in the next film. Or at least, Lex Luther reportedly may bring it up.
Aquaman, apparently won't be happy about all that dirt in the ocean. Or something. Anyway, HitFix said the character will likely have a minor role, setting him up for bigger things once the Justice League film rolls around.
"Batman Vs Superman: Dawn of Justice" is due to arrive in theaters May 6, 2016.
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North Bergen resident Kenneth Castano was born in 1988 with half of his heart formed.
He is missing the left ventricle of his heart but has still managed to live a seemingly normal life despite many surgeries.
He is now the first Latino person in this country to survive with such a condition. No longer the experimental baby, he is an inspiration for generations to come with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS).
"I've learned to adapt to it, that it's a part of me," said Castano.
What is a congenital heart defect?
Little Hearts, Inc. is a national organization that provides support, education, resources, networking and hope to families affected by congenital heart defects. Congenital means the defects occur during the development of the baby and may or may not be present at birth. Congenital heart is the number one birth defect, with more occurrences than Down Syndrome. According to Little Hearts, approximately 40,000 babies are born each year in the U.S. with a congenital heart defect. This equates to 1 out of 125 babies born with a heart defect. There are roughly 35 different types of congenital heart defects.
"My parents were told there was a 10 percent chance that I would survive." – Kenneth Castano
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Kenneth Castano was born blue (not breathing) in Jersey City and was transferred to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, which is recommended for heart surgeries.
Three days into the world, Castano underwent his first open-heart surgery. He had another stage of the surgery at 5 months and at nearly 2 years old.
He has had more surgeries since then, including one on March 2005 for a pacemaker, a small device placed in the chest or abdomen to help control abnormal heart rhythms.
Castano became an experimental baby who was even operated on by Dr. William Norwood, who is world famous for congenital heart surgery, particularly on children born with one ventricle.
"I was an experiment," said Castano. "My parents were told there was a 10 percent chance that I would survive."
Castano's parents, who spoke no English, were faced with the medical expenses and had to declare bankruptcy after his first surgery. Nowadays, Medicaid covers all of his medical expenses.
For the first 16 years of his life he was not under any medication at his father's request, despite the doctors' encouragement. His father would say, "My son was an experiment during the surgeries, now we're going to experiment with this."
Currently he is on three medications: Atenolol, Digooxin, and Enalapril, which all help to reduce any heart failure. His heart skips a beat at times.
Relatively normal upbringing
Castano was lucky to have a normal childhood despite his many surgeries. He enjoyed playing basketball and participated in gym class as he grew up in the North Bergen School district.
"I've never been limited," said Castano.
Castano's parents often reminded him that although he was lucky to be active, he also had to slow down at times.
"If you feel fatigued, you have to stop," they would say.
Inspiration within the congenital heart community
Doctors consider Castano an inspiration for making it against the odds.
"I like living life one heartbeat at a time," said Castano.
He's not just a survivor; he is also drawing awareness at events like the Little Hearts annual picnic.
"I take pride in being the face of inspiration to all [those dealing with] congenital heart defects," said Castano. "I don't want to take it for granted because I have half a heart."
Castano is currently in the process of writing a book and is affiliated with Jim Ferretti of KXL Portland Radio in Oregon. Ferretti's 3-year-old daughter has a congenital heart defect and is a survivor.
Although he is a hero to many, Castano considers the parents of those who have congenital heart defects the true heroes, along with the doctors.
Congenital Heart Defects Awareness Week is celebrated in the U.S. from Feb. 7 to 14, and many wear red.
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WESTMINSTER — State and local law enforcement officials told an afternoon media briefing that the body found in Arvada has been positively identified as Jessica Ridgeway, the 10-year-old girl missing from Westminster.
The body was identified using DNA tests. On Thursday Westminster police spokesman Trevor Materasso said the body found Wednesday was not intact, and that was making it difficult to identify it.
Westminster Police Chief Lee Birk said he had "a great deal of sorrow" in his heart.
"There is a predator at large in our community," he said, adding that investigators are putting all efforts into finding the killer.
Jim Yacone with the FBI said, "The commitment with investigators will not waver. Our commitment to seek justice will only grow."
Yacone urged everyone to continue reporting tips about the case.
"This is not the news we wanted to hear," Jefferson County District Attorney Scott Storey said. He said that the investigation is the priority, and officials would not jeopardize that.
Birk, Yacone and Storey did not take questions.
Materasso confirmed DNA was used to identify the body.
Jessica was last seen at 8:30 a.m. Oct. 5 as she left her home on Moore Street in Westminster. She was to meet with classmates at nearby Chelsea Park to walk to Witt Elementary, but she never arrived at school that morning. Her mother, Sarah Ridgeway, a night-shift worker, slept during the day and awoke to find a message that her daughter never made it to school and reported her missing around 4:30 p.m. Oct. 5.
On Oct. 7 Jessica's backpack was found in Superior. Police have said it is being analyzed for DNA evidence.
On Wednesday afternoon searchers found a body near Pattridge Park Open Space in Arvada.
Investigators have ruled out Jessica's parents as possible suspects in the 10-year-old's disappearance, focusing on an unknown suspect who is believed to have abducted her.
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Patriots beat Bills, 34-20
Patriots beat Bills, 34-20
The Patriots hosted the Bills in the finale of the regular season.
Julian Edelman recovered a first-quarter fumble by teammate Shane Vereen for a first down.
Stevan Ridley was upended by Jairus Byrd after picking up 29 yards and a first down.
Sealver Siliga forced Bills quarterback Thad Lewis to fumble.
Edelman gained some yards after a catch.
Chandler Jones celebrated after the Patriots' defense stopped the Bills on a fourth-and-one in the second quarter.
LeGarrette Blount looked back at Jim Leonhard after a 36-yard touchdown run to add to the Patriots' lead.
Danny Amendola celebrated with Blount after the second-quarter touchdown.
Patriots fans sang along to Creedence Clearwater Revival's "Who'll Stop the Rain" as it was played over the loudspeakers.
Edelman went airborne as he was sandwiched by Leodis McKelvin (left) and Leonhard after a 7-yard reception in the third quarter.
Blount eluded the defenders on his 83-yard return.
The Patriots celebrated Blount's return.
Blount would finish the game with 24 carries for 189 yards and two touchdowns.
The Bills began to threaten the Patriots' lead in the second half.
Tom Brady tried his foot at punting, getting off a 32-yarder against the Bills during third-quarter action.
Blount was brought down by Nigel Bradham, creating a big splash.
Combined with his 145 kick return yards, Blount set a franchise record with 334 all-purpose yards.
The running back straight-armed Chris Hogan in a 62-yard return in the fourth quarter.
Stephen Gostkowski watched the flight of his 35-yard field goal.
Blount's dive to the end zone capped off a 35-yard touchdown run.
The celebrations continued for Blount.
Amendola jumped on Edelman after Edelman caught a pass for a 2-point conversion in the fourth quarter.
Coach Bill Belichick had a smile and a hug for Blount after the running back was removed from the game late in the fourth quarter.
Blount and the Patriots beat the Bills 34-20 and secured a first-round bye in the postseason.
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Today they (LOC) sent me an email announcing another 100+ newspapers digitized with another 550,000+ new digitzed pages available via their Chronicling America – Historical Newspaper program. I have written about this worthy program before. Whether you research history or genealogy, these newspapers can be of help and providing evidence or even just adding a context to your ancestors.
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The historical drama is a staple of the film awards season, and the tortured history of modern Germany — with its echoes of the brutal Third Reich and war — has played a central role in many an award-winning film. But the new film Barbara, which was Germany's official entry to this year's Oscars, is a nuanced portrait of the more recent history of a newly reunited East and West.
Its title character is a woman torn between her lover in the West and her life as a doctor in communist East Germany in the early 1980s. As the film opens, Barbara has been punished for her attempts to flee across the border and is banished to a rural village in Brandenburg. She's under the constant surveillance of the Stasi's intelligence agents, and underneath her cool exterior she's gradually coming undone.
Barbara opened at the 2012 Berlin Film Festival and became a critical success in Germany and across Europe last year. Star Nina Hoss says the film's success lies in its attempts to revisit the painful history of the former German Democratic Republic (GDR) with respect and nuance. Its moral ambiguity and ordinariness is a reflection of the everyday lives of those who lived behind the Berlin Wall, but it's also a chance to show that cruelty and repression could also be very subtle.
"If you talk to the people who lived in the GDR, they always tell you, 'I mean we loved, we had kids, the grass was green and I had a wonderful childhood.' " Hoss says. "So I thought it was very important for Barbara to be able to show it's hard to leave your home behind, however cruel the system is you live in."
Barbara is one of a series of new German films that have taken up the ghosts of a once-divided country. Its intimacy, gracefulness and vibrancy is a reflection of director Christian Petzold's effort to get beyond the stark, gray portrayals of socialism in films like the Oscar-winning The Lives of Others.
Petzold notes that the Agfa film company developed color film in part of what became East Germany.
"The German Democratic Republic has pictures of itself, always very, very colorful. It's like a Jerry Lewis movie in the '50s ... fantastic red, fantastic blue," Petzold says. "But we in the West, we make pictures of them like our imagination of socialism — gray, dirty light."
For both the filmmaker and for Hoss, Barbara is also a chance to work through personal history. Christian Petzold was born in East Germany and came to the West as a refugee. He remembers growing up in a camp for displaced persons and says the memories of those times were with him as he began to write the film. Hoss is from Stuttgart, in the West, and she still remembers the day the Wall came down when she was 14.
"I had a horror vision of the other part of Germany," Hoss says. But after 1989, the actress wanted to live in the former East and now lives in the reunified capital of Berlin.
Laurence Kardish, former film curator at the Museum of Modern Art, says German filmmakers and artists who call the city home can't escape the past.
"There are so many issues," he says. "It's such a turbulent history that contemporary filmmakers have to and do often refer to the events of the past."
Barbara was filmed on location in the former East and at a hospital that operated under the GDR. Hoss says she spoke at length with locals, who were grateful that Westerners came and tried to get it right.
"They were and they are still very happy that they live in a democracy now, but ... nobody asked questions of how they lived," Hoss says. "The West kind of got there and said, 'Now you can be happy.' ... I mean it's 40 years of their lives. ... They can't be in vain. And no one asked."
By getting beyond those gray stereotypes, Barbara is emblematic of a new generation of German films that are asking questions about their country's past to better understand its future.
From NPR News, this is ALL THINGS CONSIDERED. I'm Audie Cornish.
The movie award season is upon us and historical dramas are once again front and center. One of the films now in theaters comes from Germany, a country with a long tortured history that's inspired many movies. The new film is called "Barbara." And as NPR's Bilal Qureshi reports, it explores questions that a lot of German filmmakers are asking today.
BILAL QURESHI, BYLINE: World War II epics and Holocaust memoirs have become standard fare in the award season. But today's generation of German directors is working through the more recent history of East and West. For director Christian Petzold, it's also a personal history.
CHRISTIAN PETZOLD: My parents, they're refugees, from the German Democratic Republic, my first two years in the West, I'm living in a camp for displaced person.
QURESHI: Petzold says he still remembers going to visit his family while the country was divided.
PETZOLD: They're talking the same language than me, the cousins and all the people around me, I can talk to them, but they are totally different at the same moment. And for me, it was a very mysterious time. And so I start o remember this time when I start to make this movie.
QURESHI: The star of Petzold's movie is Nina Hoss. She was born in the West and was 14 when the wall came down in 1989.
NINA HOSS: When my parents said, why don't we go and have a look at this country, I always said, no, no, no. Why, why? Maybe they won't let me out again or - so I had this horror vision of the other part of Germany in my mind. But that, of course, changed. Once the wall came down, I went to East Berlin to study acting and in East Berlin school and I wanted to live in the east part of Berlin.
QURESHI: The new film "Barbara" is about a woman who wants to get out of East Germany. And for that, she's punished. She's a talented doctor who's banished to work in a rural village under constant surveillance. She's angry and on edge. This is different from the menacing oppression of the Stasi shown in the Oscar-winning "The Lives of Others."
The handlers and watchers in "Barbara" are equally vulnerable, human. And Nina Hoss says it was important to show both the ambiguity and the ordinariness of life in the former German Democratic Republic.
HOSS: If you talk to the people who lived in the GDR, they always tell you, we loved, we had kids, the grass was green, I had a wonderful childhood. So I thought it was very important for "Barbara" also to be able to show that it's hard to leave your home behind, however cruel the system is you live in.
QURESHI: However cruel, director Christian Petzold points out there were also accomplishments like those of the Agfa film company.
PETZOLD: Technicolor techniques, they were invented in the part of East Germany near Beterfeld and the German Democratic Republic has pictures of itself always very, very colorful. It's like a Jerry Lewis movie in the '50s, very fantastic red, fantastic blue. But we in the West, we make pictures of them like our imagination of socialism - gray, dirty light.
QURESHI: "Barbara" is trying to address the stereotype without glossing over the reality of that period. It's one of a series of new German films that have taken up the ghosts of a once divided country. Laurence Kardish is the former film curator at the Museum of Modern Art. He presented an annual survey of German cinema at MoMA and he says the country's filmmakers can't escape their past.
LAURENCE KARDISH: There are so many issues. It is such a turbulent history that contemporary filmmakers have to and do often refer to the events of the past hundred years, 150 years.
QURESHI: "Barbara" premiered at the Berlin Film Festival last year and both Nina Hoss and Christian Petzold live in the new German capital. It's a city that symbolizes German division and reunification. And Nina Hoss says for the artists who've made their homes there, the time to tell stories like "Barbara" is now.
HOSS: If we would have done this movie 10 years ago, it would've been very difficult to get the acceptance from the Eastern part because it was sure that if you come from the West, you can't tell our story because you didn't know anything about it. And I think Westerners also didn't even try to do it. Now, I think, by having a distance, the distance is actually quite helpful.
QURESHI: "Barbara" was filmed on location in a small town and hospital in the former East. Nina Hoss says she spoke at length with the locals and says they were grateful that Westerners came and tried to get it right.
HOSS: They were and they are still very happy that they live in a democracy now. But the way it went and that no one actually asked questions of how they lived, the West kind of got there and said, well, now you can be happy. You must be happy now. And what happened and what you went through or how beautiful it was, also, I mean, it's 40 years of their life. They can't be in vain, you know. And no one asked and that was very hurtful, I think.
QURESHI: And by getting beyond the gray stereotypes, "Barbara" is emblematic of a new generation of German films and how they're asking about their country's past to better understand its future. Bilal Qureshi, NPR News. Transcript provided by NPR, Copyright NPR.


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With over half of the energy drink market consisting of children, teenagers, and young adults no older than 25, it isn't surprising that the bulk of the marketing efforts for these drinks are directed towards this younger demographic.
In particular they are marketed towards athletes. Be it skateboarding, snowboarding, skiing, mountain biking, and even soccer, energy drinks are endlessly promoted and displayed. And don't think shielding your kid's eyes during sporting events will do any good; energy drinks are also a main sponsor for many video games and concerts. Advertised as fun, youthful, and above all, healthy, many children and teens are being caught up in the excitement of the fastest growing product of the U.S. beverage market.
Even Matthew Lee, voted athlete of the month at his Toronto high school, admits to having an energy drink from time to time. "A lot of people drink them during tournaments, I guess to boost their energy in between games since that's what they're good for," says Matthew. However, sports aren't the only time his peers drink energy drinks. "I know people who walk to the convenience store at lunch just to get one."
This should come as no surprise since these drinks are advertised to be used in any type of situation. For instance, the popular energy drink Red Bull lists times to use their drinks, with "on the road, during lectures and study sessions, at work, while doing sports, while playing video games, and while going out day and night" as recommended options. So, according to the manufacturers, they are suitable to drink pretty much anywhere.
Moreover, the sales of energy drinks are not regulated, making them as easy as Matthew describes for children and teens to get hold of. Registered dietitian Ashley Murphy says that this lack of regulation on energy drinks is precisely the problem. "Health Canada does not recommend energy drinks for children, yet there are still no regulations in place to monitor their sales. This is definitely problematic since children can go to the corner store and buy energy drinks that could be harmful to their health."
If it isn't food, it isn't regulated
Not only is there a lack of regulation on who can buy them, but the health risks and warnings of those risks are often presented in confusing ways, leaving much of the public unaware of just how dangerous these drinks can be. "Since energy drinks are regulated as a Natural Health Product, this can often send the wrong message because when people hear the words 'natural' and 'health' they associate them with something that will be good for them… but in this case they are not," says Murphy.
Energy drinks fall under Natural Health Product (NHP) regulations because they contain higher amounts of ingredients like caffeine and vitamins than allowed in foods. The caffeine content of pop, for example, is limited because pop is categorized as food – but since energy drinks are not, no such limits are required.
The truth inside the bottle
All regulated food products not only must list the ingredients they contain, but they must also list the amount of each ingredient. So, what is really in energy drinks if they aren't subject to this same requirement? Usually that information is pretty tough to find, even on the Internet. Remember, there are no requirements for any testing or restriction against sales; however, approved Natural Health Products in Canada must carry a product license number somewhere on the can. But here's another catch: "approved" means the product is safe according to instructions on the label, yet products can continue to be sold without a Natural Product Number, leaving the purchase totally up to the consumer. And that is assuming the buyer even knows to look for a product number.
What's important to know: there are normally very high levels of sugar, and the amount of caffeine in many energy drinks exceeds 500 mg, equivalent to the caffeine in 14 cans of pop. "By drinking just one can, children easily exceed their recommended maximum intake of caffeine," says Murphy. Even more alarming is that energy drinks often contain even higher levels of caffeine through other additives such as guarana. So, even when a label lists the amount of caffeine, the actual amount could be a lot higher due to these other additives.
Health effects on youth
"Too much caffeine can affect a child's behaviour, sleep patterns, and even their blood pressure," says Murphy. Symptoms can range from upset stomachs, headaches, and bedwetting to irritability, anxiety, blood pressure increases, and even heart arrhythmias. Additionally, according to a recent clinical report published in Pediatrics, energy drinks can have developmental effects, including neurologic and cardiovascular system development. The risk of physical dependence and addiction is also extremely high. Energy drinks can be even more dangerous for youth with a history of certain diseases or those taking certain medications.
A deadly mix: Alcohol and energy drinks
Mixing energy drinks with alcohol has become a popular and dangerous trend in recent years, with many of them even available for purchase in pre-mixed cans. In a study conducted in Germany that questioned over 1200 teenagers, 54% of the teens reported mixing energy drinks with alcohol.
Each substance has health risks by itself, but when the two are combined, further dangers to health and safety arise. Just as any source of caffeine reduces feelings of fatigue, so do energy drinks, but on a much larger scale. Such high doses of caffeine mask the effects of alcohol, which means youth can underestimate their impairment level and increase their chances of alcohol poisoning. Even more alarming, in a survey of university students reported in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, the ones that reported mixing energy drinks and alcohol were three times more likely to be highly intoxicated and four times more likely to drive drunk than those who did not.
As teenagers and young adults begin experimenting with alcohol, it is extremely important that they are educated about the severe health risks and dangers of combining it with energy drinks, especially in the face of so much marketing from the makers of energy drinks that presents it as the "cool" thing to do.
What parents can do
A Canadian Medical Association Journal editorial called for stronger warning labels and stricter content, sales, and marketing regulations on energy drinks. Hopefully in the near future, these restrictions will be put in place. In the meantime, since energy drinks are so easy to get hold of, parents and educators should be aware of health risks and talk to children on the subject. Here are some important points to keep in mind from Health Canada:
- Children aged 4 to 6 years old should have no more than 46 mg of caffeine per day.
- Children aged 7 to 9 years old should have no more than 62.5 mg of caffeine per day.
- Children aged 10 to 12 years old should have no more than 85 mg of caffeine per day.
- These recommended daily intakes for children are the equivalent to about one to two 12-oz (355 mL) cans of pop per day. Energy drinks can contain caffeine levels up to the equivalent of 14 cans!
- Adults should have no more than 400 mg of caffeine per day.
- Energy drinks are not the same as sport drinks such as Gatorade or Powerade and should not be used when exercising. Sport drinks contain electrolytes, carbohydrates, and sugar, which can help the body stay hydrated and be broken down into usable energy. The main form of energy in energy drinks is caffeine, which leads to dehydration.
- Just because something is for sale doesn't mean it is safe for everyone. Look for the Natural Product Number and read all warning labels.
- Never mix energy drinks with alcohol.
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On June 18, 2014, a one-count Indictment was filed against the defendant Clay Willie Gilmer. On August 8, 2014, the defendant appeared before United States Chief Magistrate Judge Jon S. Scoles and entered a plea of guilty to Count 1 of the Indictment. On August 8, 2014, Judge Scoles filed a Report and Recommendation in which he recommended that the defendant's guilty plea be accepted. No objections to Judge Scoles's Report and Recommendation were filed. The court, therefore, undertakes the necessary review of Judge Scoles's recommendation to accept the defendant's plea in this case.
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DURHAM, N.C. - Duke head coach Jamie Ashworth set a lofty goal for the team before conference play began this season. It was an achievement the women's tennis program has never achieved: An 11-0 record in Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) play. The third-ranked Blue Devils achieved just that Sunday afternoon, defeating Maryland, 6-1, as the Blue Devils hosted Senior Day at Ambler Tennis Stadium.
Since the conference expanded to 12 teams in 2005, Duke (22-2, 11-0 ACC) becomes the second team to record a perfect 11-0 mark in ACC play. North Carolina was the first to accomplish the feat back in 2010.
"We set a goal at the beginning of our conference season of being 11-0," said Ashworth. "This was the final step in that. We talked about finishing what we started six weeks ago. Today was just a culmination of the effort they put in, in practice and the matches, and we wanted to end the season with an exclamation point."
The day began with a dominating and record-setting performance in the No. 3 doubles match, as senior Monica Gorny and junior Mary Clayton cruised to an 8-1 victory over Jordan Hansbrough and Mikele Irazusta. The win tied the school record for ACC doubles victories by a Blue Devil tandem with 16. The only other doubles teams to reach the mark were the duos of Wendy Lyons and Monica Mraz, as well as Vanessa Webb and Karen Goldstein.
Duke clinched the doubles point a short while later with an 8-1 win at No. 1 doubles, as the nation's 28th-ranked unit comprised of freshman Beatrice Capra and sophomore Rachel Kahan cruised over the Terrapins' 26th-ranked duo of Ana Belzunce and Welma Luus.
In singles action, freshman and 102nd-ranked Monica Turewicz picked up a quick 6-0, 2-1 victory over in the No. 5 spot, after Irazusta retired in the second set. The Lake Forest, Ill., native improved her record to 24-3 overall and 10-1 in ACC play. Turewicz's 10 conference victories tie Mallory Cecil, Ellah Nze and Reka Zsilinszka for second most in school history by a freshman.
Ranked No. 96 and playing in the No. 3 spot, Kahan put Duke ahead 3-0 in the overall match with a 6-1, 6-2 victory over Van Berlo. Clayton, the nation's 71st-ranked player followed up with a 6-3, 6-3 triumph in the No. 4 spot over Luus to clinch the match. Clayton earned her 30th singles victory of 2012 and finishes ACC play with a 9-0 record.
Mulholland continued the Duke rally in the No. 6 spot, upending Hansbrough, 6-1, 6-3 to push the Duke lead to 5-0. Capra, the nation's second-ranked player, broke Stancu, the nation's 26th-ranked player, twice to win the first set 7-6 (7-3). The Ellicott City, Md., native won a hard-fought second set, 6-2, to claim the victory - her third over a ranked opponent in the last four days. Playing in the No. 2 spot, the 91st-ranked Goldfeld dropped a tough 7-5, 6-3 decision to Belzunce.
After earning the No. 1 seed in next weekend's ACC Tournament, the Blue Devils receive a first round bye and will play Friday, Apr. 21 at 9 a.m., against the winner of Thursday's match between the No. 8 and No. 9 seed. The ACC Tournament will be held at the Cary Tennis Park in Cary, N.C.
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|3. #96 Rachel Kahan (DU) def. Vroni Van Berlo (MARY) 6-1, 6-2
|4. #71 Mary Clayton (DU) def. Welma Luus (MARY) 6-3, 6-3
|5. #102 Monica Turewicz (DU) def. Mikele Irazusta (MARY) 6-0, 2-1, retired
|6. Annie Mulholland (DU) def. Jordan Hansbrough (MARY) 6-1, 6-2
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|1. #28 Beatrice Capra/Rachel Kahan (DU) def. #26 Welma Luus/Ana Belzunce (MARY) 8-1
|2. Cristina Stancu/Vroni Van Berlo (MARY) def. Annie Mulholland/Hanna Mar (DU) 8-4
|3. Mary Clayton/Monica Gorny (DU) def. Jordan Hansbrough/Mikele Irazusta (MARY) 8-1
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|Duke 22-2, 11-0 ACC; National ranking #3
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FORWARD TWP — The weekend shooting death of 45-year-old Robert C. "Bob" Gaurrich at his auto repair shop remains a mystery.
State police investigators acknowledged they have not settled on any suspects.
"But we have people of interest," Sgt. Patrick Sarnese said this morning.
Police are also struggling to come up with a prevailing motive for the killing.
A number of theories are being kicked around, Sarnese said. He would not elaborate.
But there are other questions, like when Gaurrich was shot and the whereabouts of the gun used in the killing.
"It's a whodunit," Butler County District Attorney Richard Goldinger said Tuesday.
Gaurrich about 11 p.m. Friday was found dead behind his business, Bob's Truck and Auto Repair Service, on Route 68. An autopsy determined that he died of a gunshot wound to his chest.
Police think he may have been fatally shot with a rifle, possibly his own older model .30- 30 rifle that he kept at his shop. Gaurrich had decided to sell the gun.
"He had been showing it to different people," Sarnese said.
Authorities have been unable to find that missing firearm, which is described as an antique octagon barrel rifle, similar to a flintlock.
The investigation has determined that Gaurrich was shot in the center of the building. He ran out the east side of the door before collapsing.
"We're still trying to narrow down when he was shot," Sarnese said. Investigators have a rather wide time frame — somewhere between 4:30 and 11 p.m.
Sarnese also said police have been reviewing personal and financial records of Gaurrich, hunting for clues that could help their investigation.