text:
Get directions to your local headquarters using this map:
Sundays: 10:00 AM
Bible School for Children;
Adult Bible Study
Tuesdays: 6:30 PM (Adult)
Wednesdays: 9:00 AM (Adult)
CLICK HERE to access our most recent audio files from Worship.
Hope Lutheran Church
1010 N. Road 1 East
Chino Valley, AZ 86323
Or use our contact form.
Stay connected to updates within our synod. Here you will find videos, podcasts, live streams and more.
Visitors since Jan 1, 2013


text:
Playing Around with Pythagoras- Day 11
Lesson 11 of 12
Objective: SWBAT apply the Pythagorean Theorem to determine unknown side lengths in right triangles in real-world and mathematical problems.
Big Idea: Students get practice applying the Pythagorean Theorem to solve problems in this fast-paced collaborative game.
Heather Sparks
Warm Up
For today's Warm Up, students must apply the Pythagorean Theorem to solve problems. I intentionally included a "ladder problem" as the game we will play today includes a similar problem and I want student to have the opportunity to make sense of this problem and clear up a common misconception that the ladder is a leg of the right triangle. To do this, I ask students what would happen if I had a ladder and I stood it straight up and started to climb it. Most students realize that the ladder would fall over. I then explain that ladders typically lean against a wall when used. I then ask students to imagine what part of a right triangle a ladder would represent and reiterate their understanding with the drawing so they can see it represents the hypotenuse. This small intervention is helpful to my students, especially those who have limited English proficiency or little or no experience with ladders.
Resources (2)
Let's Play
For work time, students participate in a collaborative game that provides practice with applying the Pythagorean Theorem to solve problems. To set up the game, I gather 10 containers and number the lids from one to ten. Then, I cut the game questions up and place them in the corresponding containers. Before the game starts, I ask the students to go to the next page in their journals, title the page "MI: Pythag Theorem" and number from 1-10.
Students groups (of 4 or fewer) select one team member to be the "runner". When the game begins, each runner takes ONE container and brings it to the group. The group answers the question in the container and then returns the question and trades it with a container they have not yet seen. Once all questions have been answered by the group, the runner brings his/her group's answer to me to check. Depending on time remaining, I either tell the runner the number of questions they have correct, or I tell them to focus on particular answers they have missed. The first team to answer all 10 questions correctly wins, but all groups continue to work until they have ten correct answers.
To add to the energy of the game, I play the Mission Impossible Theme song on repeat found at http://w3.uwyo.edu/~dwwilson/music.htm under TV Shows.
Resources (2)
Resources (2)
Ticket Out the Door
Once the 30-minute game has ended, I distribute a 3 x 5 note card to each student for them to create their "Ticket Out the Door" response. I display the question and ask students to work independently to solve the problem. Their responses provide essential feedback to me about student approaches and proficiency levels with applying the Pythagorean Theorem to solve problems. I provide additional time in the form of before and after school tutoring for students who need it.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Officials urge caution as bird migrations renew concern over avian flu
COLUMBIA — As waterfowl wing their way southward on the autumn winds, duck hunters soon will scan the skies for signs of their first targets of the season.
This year, another kind of hunter will be on the lookout, too.
Clemson University veterinarians will be searching for signs of a devastating avian influenza that infects wild waterfowl and can destroy domestic poultry — a huge source of income for South Carolina farms.
"The outbreak of HPAI earlier this year in the West and Midwest was the most costly and significant animal disease incident in U.S. history," said Boyd Parr, state veterinarian and director of Clemson University Livestock-Poultry Health, a state regulatory agency that protects animal health and investigates diseases. "It has been devastating to the poultry industry, affecting more than 48 million commercial poultry in 223 locations in those states."
HPAI, or highly pathogenic avian influenza, is not currently a threat to people, but it is lethal to poultry. Economic losses from the disease this year are estimated at $1.2 billion just in Iowa alone, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture reports it has spent $1 billion combatting the virus so far in states as far-flung as Arkansas and Oregon.
South Carolina has yet to see the disease, but poultry producers here are understandably concerned for their industry, which annually brings in more than $12 billion, more than a quarter of the total economic impact of the state's agribusinesses.
Parr said that concern rises as the weather cools and waterfowl like ducks and geese begin their annual migrations.
"HPAI was diagnosed earlier this year in three of the four major migratory bird flyways in the United States," he said. "USDA has said it expects to detect it in the Atlantic flyway, which passes directly through South Carolina, with the migration this fall or next spring. Should it establish a foothold here, the potential cost is severe."
Hunting season for most migratory birds is fast approaching, and Parr said November through February is considered the highest-risk period for HPAI detection in the Palmetto State.
He warns poultry owners to distance their flocks from any contact with wild waterfowl and the ponds that attract them. Hunters should take precautions to keep from tracking the virus back to a domestic flock of chickens or turkeys.
"If they have poultry and decide to hunt, they should never go straight from the hunt to their birds," Parr said. "Ideally they should wait three days after hunting to return to their birds. After visiting another poultry farm, bird show or live bird market, they should shower, change clothing and footwear before working with their birds, and visitors should wear protective clothing and footwear as well."
Clemson University Livestock-Poultry Health is the lead agency responsible for managing HPAI should it be discovered in South Carolina. Working with USDA and state health, emergency, agriculture and wildlife departments, Parr's agency has developed plans for the prevention, detection and, if necessary, response to the disease.
"Prevention is clearly the immediate goal," Parr said. "We try to spread the word about good biosecurity measures all year. In the face of HPAI, it is all the more important."
Parr advises that poultry owners should be careful about bringing new birds, and possibly a new disease, into their flocks. Separate new birds from the home flock for four weeks to see if they show any signs of disease. Buy new birds only from reputable breeders.
"They also should keep pests, such as rodents, raccoons and opossums, away from bird houses and pens," he said. "These pests share the same habitats as wild waterfowl and also can spread the disease. Don't let domestic birds free range with wild waterfowl. And certainly don't entice the waterfowl to come into your yard by feeding them."
In addition to practicing good biosecurity, owners should watch their birds closely and report unexplained illness or death to Livestock-Poultry Health at 803-788-2260.
"It's important for owners to know what healthy birds look like and monitor birds for signs and symptoms of disease," Parr said. "Keep their water and feeders clean, along with equipment that may come in contact with them. The virus can hitchhike on such things as tires, equipment and supplies."
The HPAI threat extends across the state and reaches both large farms and small backyard flocks. There are more than 800 commercial poultry farms with over 3,350 active houses in South Carolina — more than 600 of them chickens raised for meat or eggs. More than 200 commercial farms raise turkeys, and a few even raise quail.
"The financial stakes to South Carolina are very high. There are also lots of small, backyard poultry flocks all over the state, including cities, towns and suburbs," Parr said. "This is literally an issue that affects the entire state. If HPAI does arrive, the potential impact is severe, so we stress immediate reporting of any unexplained poultry mortality."
If the disease is discovered here, Parr's agency is prepared to conduct immediate testing to confirm the disease and to depopulate and safely dispose of infected flocks if necessary.
The role of Clemson Livestock-Poultry Health is to protect animal health through control of diseases in livestock and poultry and to protect the health of consumers. It serves as South Carolina's animal health authority, state meat and poultry inspection department, and the state's veterinary diagnostic center. In light of the threat from HPAI and other pathogens, the agency will request additional funds in next year's budget from the state legislature to strengthen its ability to prevent, detect and respond to infectious disease.
"An animal pathogen outbreak could also disrupt food supplies, cause a loss of agriculture industry access to both interstate and international markets, and force the depopulation and disposal of millions of farm animals," Parr said.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control have reported no evidence of human infection from this virus, but will continue to monitor it. And it is unlikely that HPAI will disappear any time soon.
"We are constantly on the lookout, and this outbreak especially has grabbed the attention of everyone connected with animal health," Parr said. "We all need to be prepared and conscientious about our state's safety."


text:
Show Summary Details
Quick Reference
An international celebration of science and humanity that is held on 12 February each year, to celebrate the birth of Charles Darwin in 1809.
Subjects: Environmental Science.
Related content in Oxford Index
Reference entries
Users without a subscription are not able to see the full content. Please, subscribe or login to access all content.


text:
Events Calendar
The Great War and the United States Home Front
As part of the ongoing series of changing exhibitions highlighting Pequot Library's Special Collections of rare books, manuscripts, and archives on view in the Reading Room and Perkin Gallery, a Pages from Pequot Special Collections' exhibition.
Opening Reception: Thursday, October 12, 2017
Exhibition: October 12 - December 3, 2017 during regular Library hours
Related programming:
Sunday, October 15, 12 - 2pm
Thursday, October 19, 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesdays, October 25, November 1, November 8, 3:30pm
Friday, November 3, 11am
Also on view at the Fairfield Museum and History Center: Uncle Sam Wants You! Fairfield and the Great War
Location : The Perkin Gallery, Reading Room
Contact : (203) 259-0346 ext. 115
Category Legend
- Show events from all categories


text:
Peggy Johnston, Waveland Studio
Des Moines, Iowa
Starship Log and Pod
Materials: heat warped polyester, ink, crayon, beads and fishing line. The single sheets of the book are bound with Coptic stitching. The pod is put together with a whip stitch. The starship Log and Pod is inscribed with an unintelligible code, which hints at extra terrestrial origin. The book and pod both show signs of wear and tear, as if subjected to great heat and other external forces. 24 x 16.5 x 16.5 centimeters. Created 2004.
Peggy graduated from the University of Wyoming with a double degree in Art and Education. Since then, she has continued her studies in painting, printing and the book arts. She has taught book art workshops in Oregon, Colorado, Wyoming and Iowa, and has studied with leading book artists across the nation. Locally, Peggy is a busy artist. In addition to her own work, she finds time to teach at the Des Moines Art Center. She also teaches in the public schools as a visiting artist, working with K-12 students. Other opportunities have allowed her to teach at the University of Northern Illinois, Simpson College, and Drake University. Peggy also speaks to local groups about her work and the book arts, and conducts seminars for graphic design and art directors organizations. Peggy was instrumental in the founding of The Prairie Book Collaborative, a group dedicated to the book in all its forms. The groups first project, One, was unveiled last year, and Two debuted April 1, 2006. Peggys work is in public and private collections nationally. She frequently exhibits her work in local and national exhibitions. Website at www.wavelandstudio.com.


text:
From Tuesday, June 6, 2017 to Tuesday, December 19, 2017 June 6, 2017 December 19, 2017 Santa Barbara Hotel Group Every Tuesday ...
The Santa Barbara Wine Collective teams up with Helena Avenue Bakery every Tuesday to bring you TOAST TUESDAYS. 'Toasts' on Helena Avenue Bread topped with fresh, seasonal ingredients are paired with a wine from SBWC's member producers.
Bring 3 friends and get a 4th toast and paired wine on us!
Toast Tuesday
$15 for Toast and Wine Pairing
5:00p to 7:00p
For reservations, please call 805-456-2700


text:
Soy wax melters bring a flameless scent to every home. Freshly hand-poured melters come packaged in a resealable package with six breakaway wax squares. Our melters are textured and topped with dried goods as they are cooling. We use pure soy wax from soybeans grown in the USA and combine it with our exclusive hand-blended fragrances and oils. We suggest adding one to two squares of wax to fill your warmer.
Soy Wax Melters Fragrance Time
Two squares are approximately 6-8 hours of fragrance time.
Size of warmer and bulb wattage will cause varying results.
Soy Wax Melters Exclusive Features
Easy Breakaway Packaging
Six Squares per Package
Convenient Size
Fragrance without a Flame
Available in all 1803 Scents
Hand-Poured Soy Wax
Made in the United States
Topped with an Accent of Botanicals
Works in Most Wax Warmers
Perfect for Sampling a Scent
Environmentally Friendly


text:
Deb's Diary
Juice Time
Dear Diary
Life in the O'Keefe house has completely changed recently and it's because of a few of my friends and my younger brother. They have been juicing for ages and have been getting on my back about getting on the juice train. So the other week I went online, did some Googling and educated myself in the world of juicing. Now I'm not talking about the fun, Nelson Cruz, Barry Bonds, Lance Armstrong juicing (although if you've got some HGH, get at me). No I'm talking about the benefits of taking in tons of fresh fruit and vegetables in the form of a delicious, nutritious beverage. As you all know I'm a huge fan of Snap Kitchen and their foods but their juices especially have always blown me away. I also love the concept of taking a couple of days a week off food. Im not talking about starving myself but just sort of 'resetting' my body each week, and being able to do it at home is fun. I've been learning which flavours go with which and which fruits and vegetables don't really work well in a juicer. So today is my first day where I get to bring to work all my own, home cold pressed, healthy delicious, nutritious juices that will purify me like the waters of Lake Minnetonka.


text:
Fatshark FSV2445 V2 32CH 5.8G Diversity Receiver Race Band for Dominator V1/V2/V3 HD Attitude V3
- Description
- Reviews (0)
Product Description
There are no reviews yet.
Be the first to review "Fatshark FSV2445 V2 32CH 5.8G Diversity Receiver Race Band for Dominator V1/V2/V3 HD Attitude V3" Cancel reply
Related Products
Add to basketQuick View
TBS TRIUMPH Team BlackSheep VAS 5.8GHz Circular Polarized Triumph Antenna SMA(1 pcs)out of 5Add to basketQuick View
Out of stockRead MoreQuick View
5.8GHz RHCP ANTENNA FOR FPV RPSMA CONNECTORout of 5
Item Name: SpiroNet 5.8GHz Antenna
Connector: SMA Male (inner needle)
Case size: 33.5m(w) 16mm(h)
Cable Length: 82mm
Skew (RX/TX) Weight: 11.5g
1 * AntennaRead MoreQuick View
Add to basketQuick View
FPV 5.8G 40CH RX5808 Proout of 5Add to basketQuick View
Read MoreQuick View
RX5808 Pro Diversity FPV 5.8G 40CH Receiver with OLED Displayout of 5Item Name: RX5808 5.8G 40CH ReceiverChannel: 40CHSensitivity: -90dBmFrequency: 5705-5945MHZ, 8CHFrequency Control: Build in PLL frequencyAV Output: Direct output analog audio and video signalsPower Supply: 3.5V~5.5VCurrent: 170mASize: 78x37x2mmWeight: 27gPackage Included:1 x Receiver Module1 x I2C ConnectorRead MoreQuick View
Add to basketQuick View
Fatshark 5.8GHz RHCP SpiroNet Antenna ( 1 pair) RPSMAout of 5Specifications:The new design is optimized in terms of radiation pattern and VSWR.The Skew planar wheel design gives you better range and performance in any orientationAn improved wire stems (red) is include for greater rigidity, and there is now no difference between TX and RX.Right-hand circular polarization or (RHCP) for 5.8GHz FPV use .The Hard case enclosure will protect your antennas.The flexible cable can be bent at a 90deg angle for goggles with horizontal SMA, RP-SMA outputs.The flexible cable ensures easy positioning for optimum performance.Package Included:1pcs* AntannaAdd to basketQuick View
Out of stockRead MoreQuick View
TBS TRIUMPH 5.8GHz Circular Polarizedout of 5
The TBS™ Triumph utilizes a special foam filled and ultrasonically welded enclosure to secure and protect the clover leaf antenna. The signal strength has been maximized by using double-jacket heavy duty Semi-Rigid cable and tin-plated connectors.
This is a perfect choice for an antenna package that will meet or exceed your FPV needs, especially in the drone racing area.
• Manufactured and tested to highest standards
• Best in class range and signal quality
• Extra compact and low weight
• Ultrasonically welded and foam infused cover for ultimate crash-protection
• Double-jacket semi-rigid cable for heavy impact resistance
Frequency range: 5500-6000MHz
Gain: 1.26dbi
Axial Ratio: 0.74
Cable: RG402 (heavy duty)
Weight: 12g
Height: 85mm, 3.3 in
Connector: RP-SMA or SMARead MoreQuick View
Out of stockRead MoreQuick View
Aomway 5.8GHz 14dBi High Gain Panel Antennaout of 5
– Frequency: 5.8GHz
– Resistance: 50ohm
– Gain: 14db
– Beam width: 37(H+V)
– Right circular polarization antenna
– 50mm soft cable, could be bended into any direction
– Built-in high frequency PCB, more stable
– Light weight: 46g
– Size: 86x86x8(mm)Read MoreQuick View
Out of stockRead MoreQuick View
Foxeer TM25 40CH 5.8G 25/200/600mW Switchable VTX for FPV Racerout of 5
-40 channels
-Smallest and lightest, easy to carry.
-Super mini size and light weight,
-Suitable for small multi-quadcopter
–25/200/600MW can switch
Package included:
1 x Mini FPV TransmitterRead MoreQuick View
Out of stockRead MoreQuick View
DYS RHCP 5.8G 4dBi Mushroom Antennaout of 5Description:Brand: DYSItem name: 5.8G Antenna 4dBiWeight: 11.95gGain: 4 DBIS.W.R: < 1.5Polarization: RHCP, Right Hand Circular PolarizationConnector: Straight SMA / RP-SMALength: 80.00mmPackage included:1 x 5.8G Antenna 4dBiRead MoreQuick View
Add to basketQuick View
Eachine TX526 VTX 25MW/200MW/600MW Switchable 40Ch 5.8Gout of 5
-25mW, 200mW, 600mW Switchable
-40CH Raceband
-Super mini and light weight
-Button control for easy operation
-One screen display
-High stablitiy
Package Included:
1x Eachine TX526 FPV Transmitter
1x Antenna
1x 5P Cable
1x ManualAdd to basketQuick View


text:
We strive to take the guess work out of the 203K Loan Process. We can help turn any home into your dream home. From small cosmetic updating to major projects such as adding square footage or foundation repair, we are here to help with the process. Below you will find some answers to questions we are frequently asked but if you don't find the answer to your question below please do not hesitate to call.
If you are using the full version of the FHA 203k loan than the answer is yes. The full version will be used when structural issues such as foundation repairs are involved or when the total renovation amount exceeds $35,000.00.
This program is eligible for use on single family homes as well as 1 to 4 unit buildings; including the conversion of a building from a larger number of units down to 4 or less. Following specific guidelines, the 203k mortgage can also be used on a condominium unit for improvement of the interior only.
The appraiser is given a copy of the contractors bid documents to identify the repairs and remodeling to be done along with their costs. The appraiser then determines the value of the home after completion, "subject to" the improvements to be made. In some cases, up to 110% of this value may be used for loan approval purposes.
A 203k loan can be used to purchase a HUD-owned property that is determined by HUD to be eligible for a 203k.
A 203k loan can be used only by owner occupants, local governments or eligible non-profits. However, an owner occupant can use a 203k loan to purchase and renovate up to a 4-unit building as well as multi-use building in conformance with certain guidelines.
The Fannie Mae HomeStyle loans allow investors to purchase and renovate. Certain down payment and other restrictions may apply.
Yes – the FHA allows the use of an EEM, which provides funds beyond the FHA loan limits and the buyers approved loan amount for improvements that increase the energy efficiency and lower the utility costs of the home. An energy audit must be conducted by an approved home energy rater to assure that the energy savings over the useful life of the improvements will exceed their costs. The total amount of an EEM mortgage can be up to 5% of the value of the property.
At the loan closing, funds are disbursed for the home purchase and, based on previously submitted and accepted contractor bids, renovation funds are placed by the lender in an escrow. These renovation funds are then paid in draws to the contractors as the work proceeds with final payments following inspection at completion. The actual disbursement schedule, inspections and paperwork required are determined by the lender for each project and in conformance with FHA guidelines. No funds are released at the time of closing.
While this is allowed under FHA and Fannie Mae's guidelines, most lenders do not allow "self-help." This ruling was put into place to mitigate the risk associated with the loan.
Any funds left over following completion of the renovation can be used to make additional allowable improvements to the property. If not used for this purpose, left over funds will be applied to pay down the principal balance of the mortgage.
The renovation must begin within 30 days of the closing of the loan and must be completed within the time frame established in the loan agreement. The total time for renovation must not exceed 140 days.
The Standard 203k loan does allow for up to three mortgage payments to be included in the renovation funds to cover the period when the home is uninhabitable during renovation. The habitability status of the home is determined by the 203k Consultant. A Streamline 203k, however, cannot be used if the home will not be habitable at any time during the renovation.
The contingency will range from 10% – 20% of the amount of the bid. These funds are collected along with the amount listed on the bid from your general contractor and kept in escrow should something unexpected happen along the way. Should your general contractor needs the funds he/she will file a change order and upon review we will release the funds. If nothing unexpected occurs and you are nearing the end of the project it may be possible to use the funds for elective items.
South Florida home inspections
Florida Panhandle


text:
Influenced by the sound of the 80's and today, Prince Hakim has traveled from New York to Tokyo sharing his passion, and spreading his message to "Celebrate Life." In this past year alone, Hakim has DJ'd at a number of events including Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival 2015-2016, Tory Sports Flatiron opening and some of the hottest clubs in New York such as B.B. Kings, La Esquina and The Surf Lodge. He has also DJ'd for The Clinton Foundation and The Carnegie Hall Notables at Carnegie Hall. On top of that, Hakim toured with "Kool & The Gang" as a featured rapper/hype man. In a short span of time, Prince Hakim has created a substantial following and brand for himself. With years of professional music experience under his belt, Bell has much to offer to the industry. His wish is to "Celebrate Life" through music and share his talent with the world.
Prince Hakim, son of Kool of "Kool & The Gang", has grown up around music and funk all his life. Catching the DJ bug at an early age, young Prince Hakim would practice making beats and spinning records with his brother and cousins. As a kid, Hakim would spend summers with music mogul Jermaine Dupri, who DJ'd in his garage, selling tickets for a dollar a pop. Sky rocketing his career with producing and developing talent, Hakim's resume contains a long list of accomplishments.


text:
Yoga is often a good way to say flexible and avoid injury. Former South Carolina and current Houston Texans defensive lineman Jadeveon Clowney struggled with injuries his first two years.
Maybe there's a connection, but considering those jeans, probably not.
Jadeveon Clowney (@clownejd) doing yoga at the Houston #Texans Teen Club pic.twitter.com/wzxUCbsDJi— Mark Berman (@MarkBermanFox26) November 29, 2016
On the field, Clowney has finally been healthy and made a solid impact. He's started all 11 games, making 41 tackles with three sacks and nine run stuffs. That last number is tied for first in the league.
He's also made several highlight tackles in the run game, showing the quickness that made him a top pick to blow up run plays.
He was a two-time All-American and 2012 SEC Defensive Player of the Year in his South Carolina career.


text:
The Lotus Cars Australia Exige Cup 260 has finished 12th outright at Targa Tasmania's gruelling six day event, set a third fastest stage time and finished as the highest placed showroom spec car in the Modern category. Over 2000km and 39 stages, the Cup 260 showed its potential by running in arduous conditions, with nothing more than refilling with fuel. In showroom specification, the Cup 260 set some times that established it as a sports car able to compete with the very best supercars...Read more Lotus to Race the Cup 260 at Targa
Lotus Cars Australia will enter Targa Tasmania 2009 with its most focussed performance road car ever produced, the Exige Cup 260. With 192kW and just 890kg from extensive use of carbon fibre and weight saving parts, the Cup 260 is a road legal racecar that Lotus is entering to showcase its supercar performance, without the supercar pricetag. The Cup 260 uses advanced lightweight components and carbon fibre elements to reduce overall weight from an Exige S by 45kg, bring the total down to...Read more 2009 Mazda RX8 SP Rally Debut
Targa Tasmania 2009 will see the return to competition of Mazda's famed SP moniker. A production Mazda RX-8 GT - the only rotary-powered performance car in Australia - has been turbocharged, given a roll cage and readied for the toughest test in Australian endurance racing. The Mazda RX-8 SP will enter the hotly-contested Modern Competition, piloted by a man used to racing at the highest level: 2008 Targa champion Steve Glenney. South Australian horse trainer Glenney and his...Read more Peugeot 308 HDi Comes First in its Class at 2008 AA Energywise Rally
A Peugeot 308 HDi featuring an EGC gearbox has come top of the Compact Car Class for the lowest CO2 emissions in the 2008 AA Energywise Rally staged in New Zealand, with a total emissions figure of just 106.03 g/km. The 308 has also come first in its class for using the least amount of fuel, with an overall consumption figure of just 4.047 l/100km, which is more than 10% better than the official manufacturers combined cycle economy figure. "At Peugeot we are very proud of this result. The...Read more No It's not Summernats or Easternats, would you believe the Maserati factory?
Normally screaming engines, burning tyres, wild burn-outs and automotive donuts would be more than frowned on at the Maserati factory in Italy's super car capital, Modena, and workers would never be expected to carry out major mechanical work in a matter of seconds. But, for one evening, everything changed at the Maserati factory in Viale Ciro Menotti, with the 2008 FIA GT Champions, the Maserati Vitaphone Racing Team, putting on a special demonstration in an area normally reserved for freshly...Read more Video: 2006 Subaru Impreza WRX STI Gymkhana Practice
Gymkhana - An automotive sport that takes place on an open field or parking lot and requires drivers to skilfully manoeuvre their cars around a series of cones, slaloms, 180 degree turns, 360 degree turns, figure eight turns or other obstacles using extreme acceleration, breaking and drifting. Similar to "autocross", Gymkhana courses are often very complex and the objective is still to obtain a fast lap time.Read more BMW Motorrad Motorsport Corser and Xaus test new S 1000RR
The two day test at Valencia was the first time that BMW Motorrad Motorrad Motorsport's new riders Troy Corser and Ruben Xaus rode the new S 1000 RR and at the end both riders left in a very positive frame of mind. Both Troy and Ruben were immediately able to get right down to business and start working with the bike and start their new challenge. Fortunately the weather was good throughout the two days and the team were able to use the maximum amount of time on the track. Now the technicians...Read more Cutting-Edge F1 Technology for Production Models - (Global)
The main prerequisite for BMW's comeback to Formula One in 2000 was to generate synergies between F1 and series development.Read more Audi Tradition To Feature Six Historic Vehicles At The Mille Miglia - (Italy)
From 15 to 17 May, Audi Tradition will take six historic automobiles to Brescia (IT) where the 1,000-mile race across half of Italy starts and finishes. Taking part for the first time this year will be Rupert Stadler, Chairman of the Board of Management of AUDI AG. He will be piloting a Wanderer W 25. Three Wanderer W 25 vehicles in total will take part, each one representing a different year from the 1930's. These 55 hp vehicles have previously taken part in the world's most famous vintage...Read more Evo Trumps Targa
In a command performance, the all conquering Mitsubishi Evolution IX Lancers dominated last weekend's Targa Tasmania.Read more Mazda Wins Targa Tasmania – 2WD Showroom
After 2,000km and 40 arduous competition stages Mazda Australia has taken honours in Targa Tasmania's 2WD Showroom category.Read more Mazda3 MPS Takes 4WD Scalps at Targa
After three days and 1,200km of intense competition, the storming Mazda3 MPS of Targa pro Rick Bates is officially the fastest showroom spec car in Targa, and team-mate Alister McRae is hot on his heels.Read more Mazda Tightens Grip On Targa Title
The penultimate day of competition saw Team Mazda Motorsport move further up the leaderboard of the 2008 Targa Tasmania, and continue its dominance of the 2WD Showroom Competition.Read more Mazda's Targa Team Moves Up the Leaderboard
Day Two and Mazda's two-pronged Targa Tasmania attack picked up momentum as star drivers Rick Bates and Alister McRae homed in on a top ten prize.Read more Mazda's Targa Attack Off to a Flying Start
It was a cracking day one of Targa Tasmania for Mazda with both Mazda3 MPS hot hatches charging up the field to finish in the top 30.Read more Class 1-2 for Mazda in Targa Prologue
Mazda has made a promising start to this year's Targa Tasmania. The twin Mazda3 MPS hot hatches secured first and second position in the 2WD Showroom Competition in today's Prologue.Read more Fiat 500 Bids to Repeat Historic Rally Win
One of the largest groups of race and rally versions of the original Fiat 500 will gather in Belgium in July in a bid to repeat one of the great motorsport victories when the diminutive Fiat took part in one of the classic endurance rallies, the Liege-Brescia-Liege Rally, and not only won after 3300 gruelling km, but also filled six of the top ten places. Exactly fifty years after the historic rally win, the Liege-Brescia-Liege Rally is now a historic event and the team of classic 500s will bid...Read more Mazda Unveils Targa Tassie Devils
Mazda Australia today whipped the covers off its brand new Mazda3 MPS rally car ahead of its motorsport debut at next week's Targa Tasmania.Read more Mazda's Star Co-Drivers Complete Targa Tussle
Next month one half of Mazda's Australian Rally Championship (ARC) winning duo will reunite with the company for its two-pronged attack on the 2008 Targa Tasmania.Read more McRae and Mazda Combine for Targa Attack
Mazda Australia today confirmed famed World Rally Championship (WRC) competitor Alister McRae and Mazda resident driver Rick Bates will spearhead the company's 2008 Targa Tasmania campaign.Read more VACC Hosts Historic Australian Grand Prix.
Many people may not realise that Victoria is hosting not one, but two Grand Prix this March. One is the Australian Grand Prix at Albert Park in Melbourne. The other is a re-run of the very first Grand Prix held in Australia.Read more Review: Level 1 of Superbike School at Phillip Island
The California Superbike School, and no it's not in the USA - well actually they're all over the world – is operated by Steve Brouggy down here in Oz. The school was founded in the USA in 1980 by Keith Code, former motorcycle racer and author of numerous books on motorcycle riding. Code is regarded as one of the best on-track motorcycle instructors in the world and its no wonder with an alumnus that includes the likes of Chris Vermeulen. These guys had all the right credentials so a couple of...Read more Lotus 2-Eleven Joins Mt Buller Sprint 8-Minute Club
The Lotus 2-Eleven has shown its speed by joining the exclusive eight-minute club at the 2007 Mt Buller Sprint. Only 17 cars have recorded a sub-nine minute run in the event's five year history, and the Lotus 2-Eleven cracked an 8m:59s on only its second dry run.Read more Mt Buller Sprint Turns Up 2-Eleven
Lotus Cars Australia announces the brand new 2-Eleven will make its Australian competition debut at the Mt Buller Sprint hillclimb in early November. And if superstition is a guide, the numbers are looking good.Read more Lotus Proves Light Is Right With Dutton Rally Stage Win
A factory standard Lotus Exige S has earned a stage victory and finished 8th outright in the 2007 Dutton Rally Victoria.Read more Lotus Exige S To Race In Dutton Rally Victoria
Lotus Exige S will tackle this weekend's final round of the 2007 Alphera Dutton Rally in Victoria.Read more


text:
(Also, wearing a scarf over a t-shirt indoors will now be punishable by death. / Photo via Esther Lin for MMAFighting)
As revealed in an update on Benson Henderson's Facebook fan page, the UFC has just instituted a dress code for its fighters that would ban shorts and require shoes during publicity and marketing appearances. Though requiring athletes to look professional in public is something that other major sports leagues already do, Henderson took the news as a personal affront to his freedom, and his easy-breezy open-toed lifestyle. Here's what Bendo had to say:
Mwahahaha!!! Guess @ufc decided to make it official…I'm a start calling them the NBA…guess it's one thing to be encouraged to do or dress one way & entirely another thing to be told to do or dress one way…
"Per Jackie, effective immediately, fighters and talent traveling on press tours and PR/marketing-related appearances are no longer permitted to wear shorts or flip flops. Jeans are acceptable and shoes are a must."
Don't get me wrong, I'm gonna dress how my employers want but doesn't mean I gotta be happy about it…"Don't let the man hold you down" "Fight the power" "You can take my life but you can never take my FREEDOM!!!"
The UFC has been rolling out an official Code of Conduct since January, which has so far focused on offensive and discriminatory statements made by fighters. (See: Mitrione, Diaz.) A dress code simply discourages fighters from looking unprofessional when they're fulfilling the promotional part of their job, and we see no problem with that.
As for the UFC's lightweight champion, Henderson drowned his sorrows at the mall following his Facebook-venting.
Update: According to a UFC official quoted by MMAJunkie, "There is no dress code to speak of. We simply ask that our athletes not wear shorts or flip flops at company-related press tours/media functions."


text:
Pet of the Week: Gordon
Our Pet of the Week this week is a spunky little Chihuahua!
"My name is Gordon. I like to sniff flowers, chase crows, and play tug-of-war. My favorite game is tug-of-war and I never met a carrot I didn't like."
What do you like best about Gordon? Let him know in the comments!
Want your pet to be Pet of the Week? Send us an e-mail to nominate your pet!


text:
This long-sleeve blouse, with crew neck collar, is made of lightweight poplin cotton. The white colour enhances the plain yet elegant look of this garment, characterised by a gros grain ribbon motif at the bottom.
(including custom duties and VAT / shipping expenses not included)
Height of model: 1,80 cm
Washing:40° NormalChlorine NOIron at 150 °Dry cleanTumble dry NO
UE: within 5 working days from receiving the order.
Extra UE: within 8 working days from receiving the order.
Click here for details on shipping times.
If you are not satisfied with your purchase we provide a free pick up for return: you have 14 days from the order reception date to return purchased products.
Textile fibre obtained from the bolls around the seeds of the homonymous plant. Cottons are classified based on the types, while the fibre length determines the quality: the longer it is, the shinier, more resistance and valuable is the cotton. Cotton is a light and yet strong fibre which perfectly absorbs any dye. Egyptian cotton and American supima cotton are particularly valuable. The fibre is used to create knitwear yarns and for fabrics.


text:
|Scenarios Regarding the Lead of Equatorial Sea Surface Temperature Over Global Ice Volume
Ashkenazy, Yosef; Tziperman, Eli
Note: Order does not necessarily reflect citation order of authors.
|Ashkenazy, Yosef and Eli Tziperman. 2006. Scenarios regarding the lead of equatorial sea surface temperature over global ice volume. Paleoceanography 21(PA2006): 1-6.
|Access Status:
|Full text of the requested work is not available in DASH at this time ("dark deposit"). For more information on dark deposits, see our FAQ.
|Full Text & Related Files:
Tziperman_ScenariosLeadEquator.pdf (260.1Kb; PDF)
|Recent proxy evidences indicate that the equatorial sea surface temperature (SST) may have led global ice volume by ∼3 kyr during the late Pleistocene glacial cycles. Given the short timescales of equatorial dynamics, equatorial climate variability is characterized by a timescale of no more than a few years. It would seem somewhat surprising therefore that the equatorial ocean and atmosphere can determine and lead the long-timescale 100 kyr glacial cycles. Two scenarios are presented according to which such a lead may be observed even when the equatorial ocean and atmosphere are not necessarily responsible for leading the glacial cycles (they may still act as a strong amplifier). First, it is shown that if the plankton-based proxy reflects the warm season temperature rather than an annual temperature, it may lead the global temperature, although the dynamics of the glacial cycles may still be dominated by the Northern Hemisphere ice sheets. It is noted that a present-day seasonal bias of the equatorial proxy record is still inconclusive, and the possibility of a proxy bias only during glacial times is considered as well. A second scenario is suggested in which global sea level rises before equatorial SST, yet the later evolution of factors such as the atmospheric CO2 and equatorial SST is faster and takes the lead over global ice volume. If the initial rise of sea level is masked by a sufficiently large proxy noise (because of instrumental and natural noise), it may not be seen and the lead may be attributed to the equatorial SST and CO2.
|Published Version:
|Other Sources:
|Citable link to this page:
|Downloads of this work:
Contact administrator regarding this item (to report mistakes or request changes)


text:
Sparks Grove Cited in New Report on Marketer/Agency Relationships
Chief Creative Officer Minsoo Pak says CMOs need to prepare for rapid change
Jan 21, 2014, 04:50 EST
ATLANTA, Jan. 21, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- A new report released today by Forrester Research, Inc. titled "Agency Partnerships Speed the Innovation Journey" features strategic and creative firm Sparks Grove. The report addresses how "smart marketers maximize agency relationships to create breakthrough customer experiences and business growth," in a time of evolving customer behavior. The full report can be found here.
According to the report, "companies look for innovative marketing approaches when they feel — or know from the numbers — that they are falling behind." To speed the innovation process, many companies engage with outside agencies; and, when successful, an agency and marketer partnership can lead to transformative marketing innovations. The report states that "innovation is not built on short-term execution and immediate sales results. Agencies and marketers have both stated that a new model of trust and openness is required." The report notes that marketers must:
- Carve out dedicated budget to focus effort
- Assign decision makers and hold them accountable
- Keep agencies informed as part of the team
- Prepare for radical change
Minsoo Pak, Chief Creative Officer at Sparks Grove, a division of global consultancy North Highland, cited in the study, states that "marketers need to understand that byproducts of innovation can be scary." He goes on to note that "marketers must have management buy-in for radical change resulting from the new innovations." If organizations are not truly ready for change, the relationship with an innovation agency will hit a wall of inertia from the marketing organization.
For agencies, the report states that they "must invest in innovation resources to prove their forward-thinking chops," and offers a few examples of areas where agencies have invested with impact, including the promotion of prolific partnering to accelerate innovations and co-investing with clients for faster pilot launches. The report also mentions the use of "a multidisciplinary organization model to scale innovations faster." It notes that organizations that use this model "can move rapidly from ideation and creation phases to full-blown launch and operational phases with in-house business process, systems integration, and back-office engineering talent."
"At Sparks Grove, we were created to bring the value and benefit of this flexibility to our clients," said Pak. "Our unique business model, which blends powerful creative thinking with core strategic consulting, allows us to deliver leading edge solutions that push innovation further and much more quickly for our clients."
To access the full study, please click here.
About Sparks Grove
Sparks Grove is a strategy and creative firm that provides marketing, communication, digital and design services. Our uncommon union of strategy and creative solves complex business problems for many of the world's leading brands. A division of global consulting firm, North Highland, Sparks Grove delivers clients fresh ideas that invigorate their brands and resolve pressing business challenges.
For more information, please visit our website at sparksgrove.com or follow us on Twitter @sparksgrove or facebook.com/sparksgrove.
About North Highland
North Highland is a global consulting firm with a proven record of enabling great returns on our clients' investment. Our high-caliber consultants offer deep experience and expertise across many diverse industries and service areas.
We specialize in solving tough business challenges, being easy to work with, and nurturing long-standing relationships with the most recognizable brands in the world. Ask any of our clients, and they'll tell you. For more information, visit www.northhighland.com and follow us at @NHighlandGlobal.
North Highland is a proud member of the Cordence Worldwide global management consulting partnership. Learn more at http://cordenceworldwide.com/
Media Contact: RebeccaLynn Schroeder
Phone: 404.460.1495
E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com
SOURCE Sparks Grove


text:
Send Results to This Email:
Street Address:
Street Address:
« Back | Forward »
Memphis-based AutoZone Inc., the nation's leading auto parts retailer, opened 33 new U.S. stores during the company's third quarter that ended earlier this month.
Memphis City Council members hope to wrap up budget committee hearings Tuesday, May 22, including a public comment period Tuesday evening at City Hall.
Medtronic Inc. ended its 2012 fiscal year with a strong fourth quarter, driven by continued emerging market growth and strong U.S. sales of the company's Resolute Integrity drug-eluting stent and RestoreSensor spinal cord stimulator.
After two years and some inevitable development hurdles, Greenbrier Partners LLC's mixed-use development at 436 S. Front St. is quickly taking shape.
Taken separately, they're stories with big ramifications. Countries around the world, the U.S. included, are grappling with the yin and yang of austerity vs. stimulus.
more digest »
The Shelby County Sheriff's Department in conjunction with area companies and organizations will present a workplace violence prevention seminar Tuesday, May 22, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at Agricenter International, 7777 Walnut Grove Road. Cost is free.
more events »
Shelby County Commissioners added nearly $1 million in grants to county government's $1.1 billion operating budget for the fiscal year that begins July 1. The commission balanced the budget Monday, May 21, over the objections of Shelby County Mayor Mark Luttrell by taking the money from the county's $90 million reserve fund. The amount is 24 percent of the county budget total that doesn't include elected officials outside the county administration.
A group of Germantown High School students recently harnessed the power of entrepreneurship to make a positive impact on the lives of children thousands of miles away.
Three Memphis real estate professionals have been disciplined by the Tennessee Real Estate Commission, according to the Department of Commerce & Insurance April 2012 Disciplinary Action Report.
Miller Creek Apartments, Germantown, TN 38125 - Miller Creek Residences LLC has filed more than $17 million in building permit applications with the city-county Office of Construction Code for work at Miller Creek Apartments in Germantown, to be built near the southwest corner of Winchester and Forest Hill-Irene roads.
Last week we discussed two upcoming opportunities to help our youth: free summer internships for high school students and a Samaritan's Feet shoe distribution on June 8 where more than 500 kids will be given new shoes and socks. This week let us spotlight an upcoming free public celebration, National Cancer Survivors Day, along with a locally based organization that is working to encourage national awareness about ovarian cancer and to promote education about the disease: The Ovarian Cancer Awareness Foundation.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP) – The dental health care for Tennesseans ranks among the worst in the nation, which has sent more patients to the emergency room and caused more adults to lose teeth to decay and disease.
NEW YORK (AP) – Small-business owners aren't excited about a new law that will allow them to raise money by soliciting investors on the Internet, according to a survey made available to The Associated Press.
NEW YORK (AP) – If you're flying this summer, be prepared to kiss your family goodbye at the gate. Even if they're on the same plane.
WASHINGTON (AP) – The head of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission says the agency has begun an investigation into JPMorgan Chase's ill-timed bet on complex financial instruments that led to more than $2 billion in trading losses.
HONG KONG (AP) – Struggling Internet company Yahoo Inc. has secured a lifeline after agreeing to sell half of its prized stake in Chinese e-commerce group Alibaba for about $7.1 billion, with most of the cash going to shareholders.
Sign-Up For Our Free Email Edition
Get the news first with our daily email
Learn more about seminars and training events hosted by The Daily News and Chandler
Issues | About
The Memphis News: Business, politics, and the public interest.
Copyright 1995 -
by The Daily News Publishing Co. Inc. - All Rights Reserved


text:
NFL Coach Sells His Mercedes to Cafeteria Worker for 20 Bucks
So maybe we were wrong. There just might be a few good guys left out there, especially shocking however, when it comes to a high-profile industry such as professional sports.
Pittsburgh Steelers' former secondary coach (now defensive coordinator for the Arizona Cardinals), Ray Horton, blessed a team cafeteria worker with his 1999 Mercedes SL500 convertible for a mere $20. Must have been some delicious eats that day, huh?
Reportedly, the team employee would regularly joke with coach Horton, asking him when he would let him take his Mercedes for a spin. To that he would always reply, "you can't afford the gas in it." Well, hopefully that isn't the exact truth as the meal-time worker now has a luxury vehicle on his hands, that he must fuel up week in and week out.
But here's just how it went down: On Horton's last day with the organization, he went up to the worker and questioned him if he could borrow whatever cash he had in his pocket. And as the man passed Horton a $20 bill, he then replied, "Sold for $20!" And handed him the keys to his car.
The man was then designated to drive the coach to the airport to see him off, as Horton handed over all the coinciding paperwork. And by the way, the Kelly Blue book value of the Mercedes was $17,735. Not a bad deal, right?
In speaking of the tremendous act of kindness, Horton merely said, "It's just taking care of guys who took care of you."
The NFL, scratch that, the world needs more guys like coach Ray Horton. Now pay it forward.Tags: Mercedes SL500, Ray Horton


text:
Modeling Grace
2017.... The time when social media is everywhere -
I sometimes wonder what my life was like before I joined the social media world. What did I do?
I actually enjoy social media - enjoy reading about the lives of others. I like keeping up with family and friends. It also affords me the opportunity to either show judgement or show grace. It offers all of us the opportunity to show that same judgement or grace.
It is a tough spot. I understand the value of standing for what we believe to be true from the Bible. And I also understand the role of love.
686 Bible verses contain the word love (Bible Gateway NIV)
Can we Model Grace by simply loving?
Son One has taught me a great deal about showing love. And watching his family live life shows me about grace and love every day.
I wonder how we best model grace.
I think we can easily begin with John 3.
For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already because they have not believed in the name of God's one and only Son.
So - if He did not come to condemn - why in the world would I want to condemn?
Grace - model it - live it - Just love others. Even those that you just cannot find common ground with - just love them. God will help you find a way.
Model Grace.
Be the example of His Love.
Leave a Reply.


text:
Heightened interest in acquisitions. Buyout firms eyeing strong businesses. Funds looking to invest in the next wave of technologies. Enhanced openness for firms to raise funds. What are you waiting for? Where do you stand and where do you want to stand?
Mintz Levin has a long tradition of serving as trusted legal and business advisors to private equity and venture capital firms, investment companies, institutional and private investors, and other businesses seeking strategic expansion through investment in or acquisition of privately held and public companies. We have completed transactions varying in complexity — from simple acquisitions to intricate funding deals, from transactions involving single business units to complex, multistate, or international business operations.
We understand the challenges you face. Whether you are a fund looking to purchase, a family-owned business held for generations, or a larger public company, we work to apply our decades-long knowledge and know-how to your situation, concerns, and goals.
Mintz Levin attorneys recently represented our client Corinthian Capital Group, LLC in the sale of Texas-based Friedrich Air Conditioning Co., Ltd., one of the private equity firm's portfolio companies, to another New York–based private equity firm. Friedrich is the leading North American manufacturer of premium air conditioning products for the hospitality, commercial, and residential markets.
Stephen Gulotta, Head of the Corporate Section in the firm's New York City Office, and Charlotte Edelman, a Corporate Member also in New York, led the firm's cross-disciplinary legal team, which included counsel with significant experience handling private equity deals. The transaction was highlighted by a number of unique issues centered on the treatment of transaction expense tax benefits, special escrows, environmental matters, and third-party indemnities. In addition, because Friedrich's primary manufacturing facilities are located in Mexico, the deal involved international legal and business considerations.
Mintz Levin has a long tradition of serving as trusted legal and business advisors to private equity and venture capital firms, and has completed hundreds of transactions for private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies in a variety of industries, including acquisitions (both initial and bolt-ons), sales, financings, recapitalizations, restructurings, and commercial agreements.
The lawyers in our Private Equity Practice have completed hundreds of transactions for private equity sponsors and portfolios in a variety of industries.
is quoted in this article.
Private Equity
Please note that contacting Mintz Levin by email, telephone or facsimile will not establish
an attorney-client relationship, obligate us to act as your attorney or respond to you regardless
of the content of your communication. Completion of Mintz Levin's new client and new matter intake
protocol, including without limitation the firm's conflicts checking process and an engagement letter,
is necessary to establish an attorney-client relationship. Absent a current attorney-client relationship
with Mintz Levin, any information or documents communicated or transmitted by you to Mintz Levin will not
be treated as confidential, secret or protected in any way. If you are not a current client of Mintz Levin,
please do not send any confidential information to us through this web site or otherwise concerning any
potential or actual legal matter you have. Before providing any confidential information to us, you must
obtain permission to do so from one of the firm's lawyers.
Your privacy is important to us. Mintz Levin uses the names,
e-mail addresses, and notes you provide only to transmit the information you would like to send to us through this page.
We do not sell the information collected through this website to anyone. If you are not a current Mintz Levin client,
please do not include any information that you or another party considers confidential on this form.
Please also see our Disclaimer & Privacy Statement.


text:
CHARLESTON — Teresa Jones will come to her senses, won`t she? Next year, when she`s older and wiser, maybe then she`ll rethink her future. One can only hope.
Jones, a state champion in the 400-meter dash as a sophomore, says she doesn`t want to run track in college. It`s hard to believe, but she said it. No track for Jones, a junior at Thornton. She just wants to play basketball.


text:
Present: M.J.Sheppard, (Chairman) K. Steed (Vice-Chairman) Councillors J.M.F.Royce, G.Clark, B.J.Walker, G.Holbrook, A.Clayworth, D.Bexon, J.P.Anderson, E.Rodgers. In attendance: County Councillor A.Brown.
14/192: Apologies: G.Hutter C.Dabell, E.Padden, Borough Councillor T.Vennett-Smith.
14/193: Acceptance of Apologies:
PROPOSED: J.P.Anderson SECONDED: B.J.Walker. Vote: All in favour.
14/194: Declaration of Interest:
Trustees, G.Clark, G.Hutter, K.Steed, D.Bexon in matters relevant to the Memorial Hall/Recreation Ground.
14/195: Minutes of the previous meeting:
Resolved: That the previously circulated Minutes of the Parish Council held on the 2nd September, 2014, be accepted and signed as a true record of the business transacted.
PROPOSED: G.Holbrook. SECONDED: D.Bexon. Vote: ten in favour, one abstention.
Progress from the Minutes:
14/189: Matters to Report: Horse riding warning signs: County Councillor A.Brown has requested horse rider warning signs to be placed at the entrances to The Ridgeway.
Bus Shelter: County Councillor A.Brown had requested a bus shelter for Leake Road on the grounds that a number of school children use the stop. NCC have written to him saying shelter will be built, but not until 2015-'16.
Temporary Traffic Lights on Kegworth Road: E.Rodgers highlighted the fact that D Prior had emailed J.P.Anderson re that following the school holidays, the temporary traffic lights had been re-installed, with the push button on the wrong side. The fault had since been reported to Highways. D.Bexon offered to monitor the equipment.
Picnic Table on the Railway Walk: A. Urry had replaced the picnic table at a cost of £360 on the authorisation of M.J.Sheppard. having consulted two councillors who are members of Env. Committee.
14/196: Finance Monthly Payments and Receipts:
Receipts and Payments: RESOLVED: That the receipts, since the last meeting, are noted and the Accounts in Appendix F1 be confirmed and authorised for payment.
A water bill for the Recreation Ground, totalling £750, was added to the list of payments. Due to the dry summer, the water bill was higher due to the watering of the cricket square.
PROPOSED: J.M.F.Royce SECONDED: J.P.Anderson Vote: All in favour.
Remembrance Day Wreath: (J.M.F.Royce declared an interest due to his membership of The Royal British Legion).
PROPOSAL: A donation of £250 to defray the costs of the Remembrance Day wreath.
PROPOSED: M.J. Sheppard SECONDED: A.Clayworth Vote: nine in favour, one abstention.
Budgets for 2015/16: Some adjustments to be made to the Horizon contract. The number of mowing cuts to the Cemetery and grass bays could be reduced. The verge beneath the Village Sculpture priced by Horizon at £12.50 per cut. Weed treatment around The Square could be cut due to Notts Highways undertaking some of the work. (Clerk to check with Highways which areas routinely covered).
Date of the next Finance Committee Meeting: Tuesday, 28th October, 2014.
14/197: Gotham Remembers:
M.J.Sheppard reported meetings with P.Dines, J.M.F.Royce, P.Inskeep and E.Perrell had taken place at Curzon House to discuss the format for the Commemoration of WW1 during the next four years. Gotham News will detail the war history of each of the thirty one soldiers and civilians mentioned on the Honours Board. The feature will be titled – ' Gotham Remembers the Fallen of the Great War'. Each edition will publish the names of three war dead who will be featured in the following edition, with a photograph, where possible, and inviting relatives and friends to contribute any information and pics they have. A keepsake book about the War Dead will be published by the end of 2018. Extra information can be accessed from Government records and the International Red Cross.
PROPOSAL: Approval of provisional budget of £500 to finance the Gotham Remembers Project.
PROPOSED: J.M.F.Royce SECONDED: J.P.Anderson. Vote: All in favour.
World War 1 Centenary: Armistice Day Schedule: 9th November, 2014.
10.00 a.m. Assemble in The Square.
10.10 a.m. Parade moves off to Bidwell Crescent and back to Memorial Hall.
10.55 a.m. Service in Memorial Hall conducted by the Reverend R.Coleman with wreath laying.
Dismiss at The Royal British Legion
. Keyboard – P.Butler
14/198: Report by Chairman of Planning and Development Committee: (Chairman J.P.Anderson)
RBC/Aligned Core Strategy progress: J.P.Anderson reported, Gedling, Broxtowe and Nottingham City formally accepted the Aligned Core Strategy between the 8th -17th September, 2014. K.Mafham had submitted a letter of objection that was ignored. He had enquired as to what had happened to the letter and received a legal response from Francesca Whyley, Senior Solicitor at Gedling Borough Council, which has been forwarded to the Barrister. K.Mafham would keep GPC informed of the next stage in the legal process. To date, it would appear that the Councils are ignoring GPC's comments. The Inspector is due to produce her decision on the RBC Core Strategy. There is a great deal of new legislation to be taken into account with the Rt. Hon. Eric Pickles due to make a statement on changes to the National Planning Policy Framework which should influence the Inspector (Ms. Kingaby). One clause, that could be strengthened, is that green belt land should only be developed in 'exceptional circumstances'. A letter to the Inspector was sent on the 29th September, 2014 to bring her up to date re GPC's objections to the planned development on Clifton Pastures. To date, there had been no response. A flurry of emails to RBC seeking a response had eventually evoked an email from Mr. David Mitchell of RBC confirming receipt of GPC's objection to the application 'which is being considered by the assigned planning officer'. He confirmed 'he is aware of GPC's specific comments in relation to the transport assessment and these will be taken into account alongside other representations including those of the Highway Agency and Nottinghamshire County Council as Highway Authority. If this results in the need for a revised traffic assessment from the applicant then it will be requested and a copy may be sent out for further consultation, depending on the scale of the changes'. J.P.Anderson suggested a meeting with RBC Councillors Neil Clarke, Andrew Pegram and the Rt. Hon. Kenneth Clark M.P.
K.Mafham had suggested a joint meeting of Calverton, Thrumpton, Barton and Gotham to decide the forthcoming strategy re the fight to save the green belt.
M.J.Sheppard reported that Radio Nottingham had asked him for his comments on building on the green belt. Their request was sent on to K.Mafham who presented an excellent report on the current situation at 7 a.m. in the morning followed by a television interview later in the day.
The Clerk had received emails from a member of the public seeking information re a judicial review under the Freedom of Information Act. J.P.Anderson confirmed that Calverton Parish Council had received the same request and had replied on behalf of the Councils' involved.
Meadow End: 3 Meadow End had been reported to the RBC Enforcement Officer re a first floor installation of decking which overlooked a neighbouring property.
Woodlands Bungalow – Kegworth Road: stables and ménage recently installed. Query planning permission.
County Councillor A. Brown reported the following matters:
Sand and Gravel Pit at Barton in Fabis: Shelford was now the preferred site due to improved transport access. Barton in Fabis location unlikely to proceed and off the agenda for the forseeable future. A very strong objection from Barton had been submitted to RBC.
A453 accident: A serious accident involving a lorry and two cars had occurred on Monday, 6th October. One fatality. Traffic diverted efficiently and not many vehicles through Gotham.
Parking at Gotham School: The Headmistress will be supplied with a banner warning of and the advice of a £100 fixed penalty for thoughtless parking. Tickets to attach to cars inappropriately parked. B.J.Walker suggested car parking bays could be installed on the wide grass verge adjacent to the school.
Council Chambers: The planned five million pound refurbishment of Council Chambers had been stopped with only minor repairs going ahead. RBC headquarters to move to the Rushcliffe Arena on Rugby Road, West Bridgford. The present building to be redeveloped into flats and a hotel.
A453 Widening Progress: A consultation meeting to be held in the Village Hall, Clifton Green on the 8th October, 2014 from 10-12 a.m. and 5-7 p.m.
The Chairman thanked County Councillor A. Brown who left the meeting at 8.35 p.m.
14/199: Planning Decisions Received: Nil.
14/200: Planning Applications Received: A planning application no: 14/02080/FUL had been received and will be considered at the Planning Committee Meeting on the 21st October, 2014.
14/201: Environmental Matters:
Autumn Bulb Planting: G.Holbrook reported, bulb planting in process. The Clerk had received a cheap offer from the Daily Telegraph, via Councillor Royce, which she would pass to G.Holbrook.
G.Holbrook and C.Dabell had pruned the hedgerow and bushes at the entrance to the Railway Walk. Prunings to be collected by the Scouts on the 2nd November, 2014. C.Dabell had arranged for the rest of the Railway Walk to be trimmed back by Howick's.
Gritting Salt: B.J.Walker to check the amount of bags in store. J.M.F.Royce storing eight bags.
Christmas Tree and Carols: 16th December, 2014 at .6 p.m. M.J.Sheppard reported Christmas trees available to view on Bunny Lane and Wysall Lane. Mince Pies and mulled wine available courtesy of St. Lawrence PCC at 5.p.m. onwards. Phil Reckless band – The Revolutions booked to play with a quartet. Gotham school to sing two carols. Sun Inn offered to pay for children's gifts. Jack Griffin to compere the evening. Sponsors of the event giving £50 or more to be mentioned on the posters. Sponsors giving less than £50 mentioned on the carol sheets. The Christmas tree will be decorated with a star at the top and white lights. A pelmet of white lanterns will adorn the Village Pump.
B.J.Walker called for a report from the Chairman of the Environment Committee if he is unable to attend the meeting.
Cemetery: J.P.Anderson will work out the Cemetery budget for 2015/16.
D.Bexon left the meeting at 9.00 p.m.
14/202: Memorial Hall Report from GPC representatives:
K.Steed reported the WWI commemoration plaque had been ordered engraved with words by John Betjeman. The plaque would be installed at ground level, on the Memorial Hall border between the flagpole and main entrance. There would be flagstones placed around the plaque for the placement of wreaths. E.Perrell had cancelled Recreation Ground games on Armistice Day. There will be no car parking with stewards on duty from 9.30 a.m.
The Trustees are seeking grants to refurbish the Memorial Hall gates. GPC to be invited to contribute.
J.P.Anderson had acquired a projector that he would donate to the Memorial Hall.
A fundraising Cabaret Evening to take place on the 15th November, 2014. GPC invited to make up a table.
J.M.F.Royce reported, L. Bramley (secretary of the Trustees) had asked that D.Bexon be removed from the list of GPC Trustees declaring an interest in the Memorial Hall business, as she had not attended a meeting of the Trustees for some time. The Clerk would ask D.Bexon if she was still willing to continue to stand as a Trustee representing GPC.
14/203: Policing Matters/Vandalism:
E.Rodgers reported the August and September crime figures to be shown in the next edition of Gotham News. One stolen bicycle during September.
14/204: Gotham News & Media:
Editorial Team: Editorial Team: M.J.Sheppard, E.Padden, K.Steed and D.Bexon.
M.J.Sheppard reported the next edition due in November. More advertisements attracted. Advertising costs were similar to other village magazines in the area so no increase required in the current year.
14/205: Chairman's Report:
The Chairman reported the de-fibrillator was in place and a training course booked with Graham Whitehead on the 23rd October, 2014 at 7.p.m. in the main hall. This event is advertised by village posters and information in Gotham News.
PROPOSAL: Payment of £25 to be made to G.Whitehead.
PROPOSED: M.J. Sheppard SECONDED: G.Holbrook. Vote: eight in favour, one against.
14/206: Clerk's report:
The Clerk reported she would attend the next SLCC meeting in Southwell on the 14th October, 2014.
14/207: Matters to Report:
B.J.Walker reported a Police Priority Setting Meeting would take place in the Weldon Room on the 15th October, 2014 at 2.p.m. She would ask E.Padden if she is available to attend.
14/208: Items for Next Agenda: One minute silence for War Dead.
14/209: Date of Next Meeting: The next Meeting will be held on Tuesday, 4th November, 2014 at 7.30 p.m.
Meeting concluded at 9.35 pm.


text:
Colorado Foreclosure Defense Lawyers
Find Colorado Foreclosure Defense Attorneys by City
- Arvada
- Aurora
- Boulder
- Brighton
- Broomfield
- Canon City
- Castle Rock
- Centennial
- Colorado Springs
- Commerce City
- Denver
- Durango
- Englewood
- Evergreen
- Fort Collins
- Fountain
- Golden
- Grand Junction
- Greeley
- Highlands Ranch
- Lafayette
- Lakewood
- Littleton
- Longmont
- Louisville
- Loveland
- Montrose
- Northglenn
- Parker
- Peyton
- Pueblo
- Pueblo West
- Thornton
- Westminster
- Wheat Ridge
- Windsor
Keith A. Gantenbein
Denver, CO Foreclosure Defense Attorney with 10 years experience
Avvo and AvvoColorado Consumer Bankruptcy Association and Colorado Bar Association, Solo Small Firm Practice SectionView Profile
Keith A. Gantenbein
Denver, CO Foreclosure Defense Attorney
(303) 618-2122Barry UniversityColorado State UniversityColorado and 10th CircuitAvvo and AvvoColorado Consumer Bankruptcy Association and Colorado Bar Association, Solo Small Firm Practice SectionHouse Bill 1130, Passed into law, House Bill 1295, Passed into law...
David M. Serafin
Denver, CO Foreclosure Defense Attorney
(303) 862-9124University of Denver and Valparaiso University School of LawAlbion CollegeColoradoColorado State Bar and Denver Bar Association
Tyler Murray Esq.
Wheat Ridge, CO Foreclosure Defense Attorney
(720) 432-5619University of Denver and Florida Coastal School of LawMichigan State UniversityColorado and US Tax CourtColorado Bar Association Section on TaxationColorado Bar Association Tax Section Executive Council and Colorado Bar Association Section on Taxation
Ryan M. Wood
Greenwood Village, CO Foreclosure Defense Attorney
(720) 465-1406The University of Denver Sturm College of LawSt. John's College and Hillsdale CollegeColorado
Mr. Matthew Pring
Greeley, CO Foreclosure Defense Attorney
(970) 353-9195The University of Denver Sturm College of LawEmory UniversityColorado and Federal CircuitColorado Welfare Fraud CouncilJoint Judicial Taskforce - CBA and Weld County Bar Association
Mrs. Carla M. Garcia
Westminster, CO Foreclosure Defense Attorney
(303) 839-8888University of Denver and University of Colorado10th Circuit
Ron Salas
Fort Collins, CO Foreclosure Defense Attorney
Kenneth H Flood
Longmont, CO Foreclosure Defense Attorney
(805) 458-8276University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of LawCaliforniaState Bar of California
(719) 576-4030Colorado
Kurt Steven Lewis
Denver, CO Foreclosure Defense Attorney
(720) 477-6000ColoradoColorado State Bar
Kevin Ehlers
Littleton, CO Foreclosure Defense Attorney
(303) 974-6995ColoradoColorado State Bar
The LII Lawyer Directory contains lawyers who have claimed their profiles and are actively seeking clients. Find more Colorado Foreclosure Defense Lawyers in the Justia Legal Services and Lawyers Directory which includes profiles of more than one million lawyers licensed to practice in the United States, in addition to profiles of legal aid, pro bono and legal service organizations.


text:
My Love Eun Dong episodes 3 and 4: Climbing Graffitied Walls
Memories are powerful and though in My Love Eun Dong, Hyun Soo's are still flashing in motion picture splendor, for someone who's convinced they are someone else, even fragments of the past can seem like nothing more than reel fantasies. Ji Eun Dong has been given a paint by numbers canvas of her life and love, but after spending a few hours with Ji Eun Ho's voice and their love story, she's beginning to believe her niggling feelings are much more than getting lost in a good book.
Watch episode 3:
Unnichan: This show wants to see me dead--- for the mere fact that we aren't dealing with one force or even two that can and will keep our lovers apart but that the contention is not only Eun Dong's mind (or Seo Jung Eun, rather) but the secrets and lies that surround her. Can the love and memories of one man come in and shatter all that? But I guess the bigger question as a viewer is, should I really want him to?
Pamela: That, I guess, is why they revealed Eun Dong's identity to Hyun Soo/Eun Ho in the second week - we will get to see the full impact of his efforts to pull her back to him. While it's likely that her adoptive family and her husband's family have pushed the amnesiac Eun Dong into her life as Jung Eun, she does have this whole life for herself. She is married - and the man she's married to kind of needs her support.
Ekun: Look, I need something to shatter this life that "fake family" has created for Eun Dong. This is just utterly ridiculous! Her dad drives the point that she is the reason her husband is disabled, her mother-in-law wants her to be superwoman, and I am not convinced that kid is not Hyun Soo/Eun Ho's.
Unnichan: I agree. But I actually like that we have high stakes here and the lines show is painting are in a grey at best. Because, though it's true she has a husband and a child (that it is either Hyun Soo's or unrelated to her), they are apart of this package deal that began with a lie. And a pretty big lie at that! Jae-ho does need her, but from where we sit right now, he virtually stole her from her real world and painted in a reality he wanted, chock full of emotional guilt to keep her with him.
Pamela: The implications are dangerous, and the drama runs the risk of having ridiculous plot resolutions, however entertaining they may be. After all, Eun Ho is a man in his mid-to-late thirties who wears hoodies and ripped jeans; maturity doesn't seem to be his strong point, haha…
Ekun: While I am anxious to have things bust wide open, on the other side, these are some pretty life altering things not only for Eun Dong; but for Eun Ho. I would hate to see him "tear something up" just to get Eun Dong… Including himself.
Unnichan: I find it interesting that for the majority of these episodes I figured Jung Eun actually loved Jae Ho and their life, that she'd just lost her memories but her life was one she chose. Then she has this conversation with Hyun Ah and everything shifts. We knew she was questioning her past and the stories she's been fed, but it wasn't until then that I began to think that perhaps she's just going through the motions because she believes that's who Seo Jung Eun is.
Pamela: It does provide a legitimate justification for Eun Dong returning to Hyun Soo. She would be making her own decision. However, there is that guilt that her new family places on her to remain in the life she's lived for the past ten years, and that will probably be an obstacle.
Ekun: It will be a trying task to step away from the character her "fake family" has so eloquently placed her in. And given her personality, I can see her knowing the truth and still wanting to make it work with her family.
Unnichan: I, for one, am concerned will have a hard accepting the truth, even though it seems a large part of her wants to find it.
Pamela: She has gotten used to the story of Seo Jung Eun, and it won't be so easy to remove herself from that. I am glad, though, that she got to write out her own story, too, as she got to react to the truth before finding out that it is her truth. It is the truth she at least had the option to live.
Ekun: I was very thankful when Hyun Ah encouraged her to find the truth about her memories and past. Her pulling those fragments from her past as she writes was beautiful? Poetic? Fate? I can't quite articulate it, but her strong reactions and knowing details is not just a testament how bomb of a writer she is.
Unnichan: Her reaction to her story was perfect, wasn't it? Watching her listen to stories of this little girl, then young woman; the way she took in that information and created her own understanding of Eun Dong's motivations and feelings was rather comical and poignant. Much like any other person would but this time she also had the full on intensity and knowledge of Hyun Soo, which reminds me of how frightened I was when he made the kiss connection (not a moment too soon, may I add) and needed to see her, right that instant!
Pamela: He figured it all out on his own, which I found interesting when I watched the end of this week's episodes. (Other people found it interesting that I was whimpering on the floor during my Phys. Ed. class with my phone raised in the air, but that's a story for another time.) There is a part of me hoping that the double meaning that I analyzed when Eun Dong said it was too late to meet Hyun Soo will just be me looking too deeply into things. Both of the main characters have been brought together each decade simply by feeling how intensely they are drawn together, and this is no exception. The draw is still there - even when Hyun Soo knew next to nothing about his ghost writer, he was still very curious about her, and Eun Dong felt the pang with each memory she typed.
Ekun: Now that dear readers, is called dangerously in love! The feeling of knowing you know this person without meeting, seeing, or really dealing with them. While watching the episodes, I felt that Eun Ho was going to find out it was Eun Dong first. Every time these two interact or come together, isn't it he who is always seeking her out? While I hope the show is playing games with the idea of it being too late for them to make a comeback, it would be… No I can't think of anything good about that outcome.
Unnichan: Hyun Soo is a pursuer and he's persistent. Plus, Show has done a great job of making the distance between them palpable without drawing (too much) attention to the fact that he not only hadn't spoken with her nor seen her. They used the distance to their advantage rather than an obvious ploy to keep them apart until next week. His irritation with Writer Seo was so completely understandable but also absolutely petty. Which one could just label as his need for this person to grasp the depth of his meaning and feelings, but I registered it as approval and interest. And I eat that stuff up; when a person falls all over again from another standpoint.
Pamela: He was willing to give her the time of day, I guess. The distance in time and in physical separation only emphasizes just how strong fate binds the two together. Each day they've spent apart makes the day they'll reunite increasingly intense. How that intensity will play out, and whether that will be positive or negative at first, is something I'm kind of excited to see. The love is being built up again, and hopefully, the height of the emotions will be tall enough for the couple to climb over the wall that keeps them from being together longer than a few weeks per decade.
Ekun: OOOOO! I like that. Speaking of walls to keep these two apart; besides the "fake fam", there is Seo Ryung and Eun Ho's childhood friend (Hyun Bal); plotting and scheming to make sure they never meet face to face. I find Seo Ryung to be an interesting person in the few minutes that we have seen her. I do not care for what she is up to, but I don't completely hate her like I would most characters like her, why is that?
Unnichan: Ugh! Don't get me started on Hyun Bal! Honestly, I don't understand how or why these two ever considered themselves friends in the first place but boys and girls live by a different code… so I was trying to let that go. But then, he's linking loyalties to Seo Ryung and I'm just plain put out by it all. How does this girl, that you just met, take precedent over your life long friend's happiness? It's true Hyun Bal has always felt that Hyun Soo was too nostalgic but at the end of the day, Hyun Soo has never loved or thought of anyone else. Which of course is the same issue I have with Seo Ryung…that conversation at dinner really lit my fire. She says their situation (mainly her feelings) isn't his fault but her own and he doesn't have to apologize, yet makes Eun Ho feel guilty and responsibility every chance she gets!
Pamela: Hyun Bal and Seo Ryung, on one hand, may be looking to make themselves feel more comfortable, and they're just waiting for Hyun Soo to come around. Hyun Bal wants his and Hyun Soo's positions in the company to be more secure (because the two have worked long and hard to get where they are together), and Seo Ryung wants to be accepted into Hyun Soo's exclusive heart. She could be a lot worse, and Eboni-unni is right that she isn't necessarily as hateable as similar characters are, but we don't know if she will actually become any worse yet. The same goes for Hyun Bal: what kind of friend (or frenemy) can he be to Hyun Soo?
Ekun: That kind of makes you believe that they were never friends because he was only and always looking out for numero uno. Unnichan is right though, I was irritated that she was trying to play some sort of game, making him feel one way, while something else is coming from her mouth. Hopefully (and this hope comes with only a grain of salt) she will just stay "blah" and not turn into the character that we hate deep down. On another note, Halmoni lost the letter? Why does this not sit well with me? Am I being foolish to believe that letter was stolen or something else? I was hoping that she really did turn it over to Eun Dong and was playing dumb, but it does not look to be the case. Maybe.
Unnichan: There's no deep down for me. Seo Ryung was dismissed the moment she showed up at Eun Ho's apartment looking for a shag. Also, Halmoni doubt isn't odd at all and I have to admit I was a little irritated with her. For,initially, I was thinking she just lied about losing the letter, but now, it's possible it was just stolen. The whole thing just seems too shady to be legit. I wouldn't be surprised if we have Hyun Bal or someone equally horrible to thank.
Pamela: For the sake of our opinions of the little grandmother, I also hope that the letter was stolen. This drama does have the potential to be clever in revealing the secrets behind the plots that have been set up, and hopefully, the resolution of the questions being asked won't just be an excuse to use those kinds of coincidences. As long as the letter's contents find their way to Eun Dong, and as long as we don't necessarily have to wait ten episodes for them, I think I'd be fine. Judging by the pacing so far, we may not have to wait quite that long.
Last week we ventured to let Oppa take the lead and try our best to keep up and it looks like Hyun Soo is at it again. But is his urgency too much too soon? Will Eun Dong take his hand follow him once again? Or is their wall too high to climb? And will this lost love letter ever reach it's owner? Tell us, do you think it was really lost or was it stolen? Comment below!
If you love what you read, check us out here:
Unnichan: with.subtitles.please (Blog|Instagram|Tumblr) |@withunnichan | Drama Club
Ekun: loreinstonecities
Pamela: www.mydramalist.com/profile/hallyumentality
Missed a Drama Club discussion? Don't forget to catch up!


text:
Science experiments in schools and field trips are in decline because of the pressure on teachers to boost exam results, teachers and union leaders have told MPs.
A focus on teaching to the test, rather than fostering a love of the subject, has led to fewer practicals and outdoor education opportunities, members of the Common's science and technology select committee heard.
Greg Jones, a science teacher from Leicestershire, said pupils now just want to be "told the answer" rather than finding evidence themselves.
"But that's the kind of work which makes them a good scientist, and in schools we've moved away from producing those," he told MPs. "The reduced amount of coursework in science courses has also meant fewer field trips. This has meant there are fewer science outdoor learning centres. The decline is not because teachers don't want to do this work.
"Practicals are just not valued by exam boards and teachers are getting less confident in holding them."
Mr Jones said schools were also spending less on science technicians, which made it harder for teachers to run experiments.
Kevin Courtney, deputy general secretary of the NUT, said the "focus on results" in schools had meant a decline in the number of experiments.
"Good exam grades are obviously a valuable desire of teachers and pupils, but an unintended consequence of this is a squeeze on the number of trips and practicals," Mr Courtney said.
"It's easier to get children a good exam mark than to get them enthused by science. The other problem we have is most money was spent on outdoor education by local authorities, rather than schools. As more academies are set up will they have the funding to continue to do this?"
Chris King, a teacher trainer at Keele University and member of the Earth Science Teachers' Association, said: "Schools are good at getting children to pass exams; they are not so good at producing good scientists."
The select committee was taking evidence as part of its new inquiry into the state of science lessons and field trips run in schools.


text:
The Bush administration has defended itself against critics who say its month-old human embryo stem cell policy is too restrictive. It says the few dozen stem cell colonies eligible for U.S. funding under the policy are more than adequate to advance research. But the administration's top health official admits less than half the cell lines are ready to research.
President Bush limited U.S. funding for human stem cell research to those cells collected from embryos before August ninth, the date he issued the policy. His stand allows scientists for the first time to apply for government money for stem cell research while removing the incentive to kill more embryos.
Stem cells are immature cells that can develop into any type of human tissue. Scientists say they hold promise as therapies to rejuvenate tissue to replace damaged or diseased organs.
U.S. officials have identified 64 eligible stem cell lines in 10 U.S., Israeli, Indian, Swedish, and Australian labs.
U.S. Health Secretary Tommy Thompson told the Senate Health Committee Wednesday that they are sufficient to meet researchers' needs because stem cells copy themselves endlessly.
He admits that only about 25 of the cell colonies are ready for use, while the rest are in various stages of development. Yet Mr. Thompson says those probably will be available by the time government research money is available. "We believe the stem cell derivations that we've identified are adequate and ample for basic research, even though some are at various stages of development," he said. "First, we will not be taking applications for funding until after October first. It will probably take eight to nine months to get the dollars out, and during that eight to nine months, a lot of those lines will have been fully developed, making those available."
Many lawmakers believe the president's stem cell funding policy is too restrictive. The hearing was the first opportunity for the administration to defend its policy after the summer legislative recess.
But Harvard University stem cell researcher Douglas Melton took issue with it. He disputed Mr. Thompson's claim that 64 endlessly replicating human stem cell colonies are enough. He says they lose potency over the generations. "It is true that these lines can grow forever and are in that sense immortal," he said. "But they lose their potential. A 150 year-old person may still be alive, but does not have the same potential as a 20 year-old."
Several members of Congress have said they will promote legislation to lift the Bush stem cell research funding restrictions. Among them is Senator Arlen Specter, a member of the president's own Republican Party. He testified to the Senate committee that he has doubts about the strength of the 64 cell lines. "The president has made an important opening of the door, but there is a real question as to whether the door is opened sufficiently," said Senator Specter. "And it has become apparent that many of the stem cell lines cited are not really viable or robust or usable."
Health Secretary Thompson, meanwhile, announced the first agreement making stem cells from authorized sources available to scientists. The U.S. government's National Institutes of Health has obtained the right for its researchers to use cells from the Wisconsin company WiCell and to publish the results. Mr. Thompson says the agreement lets the government make the cells available to other scientists. He says he hopes it is a model for negotiations with other groups owning stem cell lines.


text:
North Lynn Street Esplanade
TDG is managing one of Arlington County's most complex multimodal transportation projects from concept through construction. This high-profile project includes transforming North Lynn Street, westbound Lee Highway and the Custis Trail into an inviting pedestrian environment while also accommodating the large volume of commuters that traverse the area. Project elements include a comprehensive streetscape design, bike lanes, trail widening, public art, bridge modifications, new retaining walls, and intersection re-design to improve safety. TDG has led efforts to gain approvals for innovative project solutions such as narrowing and reducing lanes (lane diets and road diets) to improve modal balance.


text:
Issue Index
11-27-04 Versailles gets chance to defend state title in Division IV
By Gary R. Rasberry email@example.com
DAYTON -- As the celebration began for the Versailles football team after the 14-0 win over Coldwater, Curtis Wourms, one of the last players through the handshake line, leaped high into the air and knocked down fellow running back Adam Francis to the artificial turf of Welcome Stadium. Considering how he was able to weave his way through the Cavalier defense on the evening, it appeared the only time he was kept from going much further than he could. The Tiger junior was unstoppable in putting up 111 yards -- which also put him over 1,000 yards for the season -- and scored both of Versailles touchdowns in getting a little bit of revenge from the earlier loss to the Cavaliers this season. While Wourms did get yards in the first meeting, rushing for 71 yards and scoring the lone score in that game, this time was much more important. Wourms didn't notice anything different the Cavaliers did or didn't do, but he certainly could from his team. "They were about the same," said Wourms. "We just stepped it up on defense and played all four quarters, which wasn't something we did the first game. The tandem of Wourms and Francis, who also went over 1,000-yards on the season with an 87-yard night, wreaked havoc on the Coldwater defense. Wourms credited the play of the line, which did not get called for any penalty worse than a quartet of false starts in the first half. "The line did a great job," said Wourms. "Adam, Russ (fullback Russ Beisner) and I ran hard all night. The line did a great job all night." It was the run, 265 total rushing yards worth of it, that signaled the end of the Cavaliers' season. Once Versailles got the lead, it completely went with the run. Quarterback Tony McNeilan threw just one time in the second half -- appropriately a 29-yard strike to Wourms that helped set up the second touchdown run. Running the ball and getting first downs, 20 overall, also meant keeping the clock in check. Versailles held the ball for over 34 minutes, allowing Coldwater just 13:44 of offensive playing time. Versailles started the second half with a 6 1/2 minute drive that did not even go for points. Of the 34 minutes of possesion, Versailles's scoring drives took just a total of 7:32. The rest was just keep-a-way to not let Coldwater score. "I think that set the tone for the second half," said Wourms of the opening drive of the second half. Late in the game, Wourms noticed that Coldwater was looking for anything to get a rally going. "We just kept pounding and pounding," said Worums. "We were just playing Tigerball."
Phone: (419)586-2371, Fax: (419)586-6271 All content copyright 2004 The Standard Printing Company P.O. Box 140, Celina, OH 45822