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Oscar McCrary Stricken
Posted By: Volunteer: Sherri
Date: 9/26/2016 at 07:30:27
**Handwritten: KEOS. REP. 7 NOV. 1918
OSCAR McCRARY STRICKEN
Last Friday Oscar McCrary, a life long and well known resident of Van Buren county, whose home has been in Keosauqua for many years, started for Richmond, Virginia, where he had been appointed as guard in a government munition factory, and on Monday afternoon of this week a dispatch was received here from the chief of police at Washington City, that he was there in his charge and he had lost his mind. Relatives here at once sent William Elerick to Washington to bring him back and they will likely reach Keosauqua by the last of this week. People will hear with sorrow of this affliction that has come to Mr. McCrary. Intimate friends have know of a decline in his health the past year, with an apparent laps of memory along with loss of flesh, and the report prevailed that he had what is termed "hardening of the arteries," but the public generally did realize his serious condition not prove as now feared and that he may soon become better.
LATER: Since the above was put in type we have the following dispatch which we take from the Des Moines Register:
Washington, D.C. Nov. 4.
According to the bank book found in his pocket bearing his name, Oscar McCrary of Keosauqua is in Washington in the hands of the police suffering from aphasia and unable to remember how he got here. He was at first unable to recall his name. He wandered into the office of a physician and asked for treatment. The doctor took him to a police station. He could not recall his name until the bank book was found in his pocket and then he said he was Oscar McCrary and that, he came from Keosauqua but could not remember how or when. "I don't remember riding on a train at all" he said. He was sent to Washington asylum hospital for observation and authorities at Keosauqua were notified.
**Handwritten: 1918 also see 101B and 103B
Source: Van Buren Co. Genealogical Society Obituary Book G, Page 205, Keosauqua Public Library, Keosauqua, IA
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During Friday's webchat, "American Idol" cast-off Malaya Watson told our editor Tom O'Neil that her favorite performance on the show was her farewell song "I Am Changing" by Jennifer Hudson.
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Michael Ferguson
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Ph.D. Recreation, Park, and Tourism Management, Penn State University
Ph.D. Human Dimensions of Natural Resources and the Environment, Penn State University
M.S. Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Resources, West Virginia University
B.S. Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Resources, West Virginia University
A primary component of my career involves educating and mentoring undergraduate and graduate level university students. I have experience teaching recreation courses such as recreation resource management, history of outdoor pursuits, management and design of recreation and park facilities, program and event marketing, natural resource management and policy, research methods, and sustainable tourism. My teaching style includes experiential and group-based learning techniques which emphasize the development of problem-solving skills that can be applied directly to real-world situations. Throughout all of my courses I include elements of my own research to provide students with real-world decisions and resulting trade-offs to better prepare them as they emerge as recreation professionals.
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Loblolly Loop Mountain Bike Trail is a 5 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Tallahassee, Florida that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for walking and mountain biking and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
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Great walking trail. This trail has several photogenic locations if you cross the lake and walk to the wooden bridge over the railroad tracks. I went during mid-spring and the lighting and greenery were simply amazing.


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Rio Grande, Puerto Rico (SportsNetwork.com) - Chris Smith and Scott Brown moved into a share of the lead after Saturday's third round at the Puerto Rico Open.
Smith posted a 4-under 68, while Brown matched the low round of the day with his 5-under 67. They are tied at 6-under-par 210. Both Smith and Brown have one PGA Tour victory.
Jon Curran (70) and Emiliano Grillo (72) share third place at minus-5 at Trump International Golf Club.
Second-round leader Alex Cejka had two bogeys and a double-bogey over the final four holes to fall from the lead. Cejka stumbled to a 3-over 75, which dropped him into a tie for fifth at 4-under-par 212.
The German was joined there by Adam Hadwin (68), Scott Pinckney (71), Fabrizio Zanotti (69) and Brendon de Jonge (71). Former PGA Tour winners Jonathan Byrd, Boo Weekley and Johnson Wagner headline a group of 10 players at 3-under 213.
Cejka had a birdie at the sixth to go with 13 pars in the first 14 holes. He was two clear of the field at that point, but he dropped back into a share of the lead after bogeys at 15 and 17. Cejka faltered to a double-bogey at the last to fall two behind the leaders.
Smith tripped to a bogey at the first, but came right back with a birdie on the second. After a par on the No. 3, Smith connected on back-to-back birdie efforts from the fourth to move to minus-4.
He parred three straight before a birdie at the ninth. Smith made it two in a row as he also birdied No. 10.
Smith stumbled to a bogey on the par-3 11th to dip back to 5-under. He atoned for that error with a birdie at the par-4 13th. Smith closed with five consecutive pars.
"The only hiccup I had was I hit a really good tee shot on the first hole and the wind didn't touch it and it got underneath the lip of the bunker. I got about halfway to the green and made bogey. But other than that, I played good," Smith said. "I'm starting to get comfortable playing golf again, which is nice, and it's fun. All three days have been fun."
Brown, the 2013 winner, got going with a birdie at the second. He came back with a birdie on the par-5 fifth. After three more pars, Brown birdied the ninth en route to making the turn at minus-4.
The 31-year-old made seven consecutive pars to open the back nine. Brown closed with birdies at 17 and 18 to join Smith at minus-6.
"I've been playing good all week. Got a few more putts to go in today and ended up shooting a good round. The wind died just a little bit for us this afternoon," Brown stated. "Putting has been tough early in the week with the wind blowing as hard as it's been. It's still blowing around a little bit, tough to get it close, but putting is a little bit easier."
NOTES: Smith and Brown have had a piece of the 54-hole lead one previous time in their tour careers, and they both went on to win, Smith at the 2002 Buick Classic, and Brown at this event in 2013 ... Brown will look to join Michael Bradley (2009 and 2011) as the only two-time winners of this tournament.


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November, 1997
My Bit of Britain
Actor Ciaran Hinds talks about his love for his childhood home of Northern Ireland and the parts of Britain he has discovered while on film location
I was born in north Belfast, the youngest of five and the only son of a doctor. Dad wanted me to follow him into medicine but I couldn't stand blood and was hopeless at science at school. I was introduced to the world of acting by my mother, Moya, who was an amateur actress. I did a lot of Irish dancing as a child: Irish dance drama, we call it, like flamenco but only half as exciting or sexy.
As children, we used to spend our summer holidays at Cushendall on the beautiful Antrim coast. The beach there is rocky and dramatic which I like, while on the other side is Cushendun with its nice swimming beach, surrounded by the glens and mountains - so we had the best of both worlds. Cushendun is a lovely little village at the foot of Glendun, with cottages, designed and built by the architect Clough Williams Ellis, who designed Portmeirion in north Wales. They are now owned by the National Trust. The Cushendall area is so beautiful and had such happy memories for my parents, they actually retired there. My mother's now a widow but Cushendall remains her home and I love visiting her there.
Nowhere could be as beautiful as northern Ireland or the west of Ireland around Connemara and Kerry - or so I thought until I discovered the west coast of Scotland. I was working at Glasgow's Citizen Theatre and, on a rare week off, my partner Helene and I hired a car and just headed north to discover the "other Scotland" we'd never had time to visit. One of the places we stayed in was Plockton, about 200 miles from Glasgow and seven miles from the Kyle of Lochalsh. Plockton is the real-life Lochdub of the television series Hamish Macbeth and was just as idyllic as it appears on screen. When Helene and I visited in spring there was hardly any traffic or tourists, the air was crisp, the skies blue and lambs skipped around in the fields. Neat, picture-postcard stone cottages are clustered around the edges of a sheltered bay of Loch Carron.
After we managed to drag ouselves away, we drove all the way up to Ullapool, on to Lochinver before driving back down to catch the then ferry over the sea to Skye. Ullapool has been a fishing village since the 18th century and is a good base for boat trips and sea fishing expeditions. If Lochinver is often described as rather ordinary, the surrounding country makes up for it.
As you can see, I have a habit of falling in love with places and, luckily, acting has taken me to some of the best bits of Britain. After filming Persusion in Bath, I wanted to move there. Of course its formal Georgian architecture is very beautiful but I liked even more the relaxed ambience and a lovely little pub I found tucked away near the university.
For the filming of Jane Eyre we were based in Penrith, Cumbria. With only one day off in a tight shooting schedule, there was too little time to explore the Lake District properly, although what I saw was so lovely that I'd like to return with Helene and my daughter Aiofe.
In Jane Eyre, Knoworth House in Cumbria was chosen for the exterior of Rochester's home, Thornfield Hall, but to shoot the interior scenes we had to travel 300 miles to Knebworth in Hertforshire and Dorney Court in Berkshire. And the church where the wedding of Jne and Rochester didn't happen was in Oxfordshire. When it was filled with lights and cameras, the calm atmosphere quickly evaporated. But to be there quietly by yourself is quite something.
Rochester is a character a lot of women hold dear in their earts, though, for the life of me, I can't understand why. He is self-centred, rrogant, haughty - a driven man. I'm not totally unromantic - though perhaps verging on cynical - but I suspect that once they were married Jane would have soon had him under her thumb. But then Rochester certainly deserved it!
I've never set my heart on playing particular roles, let alone romantic leads in costume dramas - my only worry is having the nerve to take them on. As I've played several historical roles now, it could seem that I'm stuck in the past. At least there's a decent gap between their general release but on occasions I've gone straight from one costume role to another.
Conveniently I was allowed to keep my Ivanhoe sideburns for Mr Rochester. I actually offered up my full Sir Brian de Bois-Guilbert beard but was told not to be ridiculous.
In total contrast, appearing in Dennis Potter's last play Cold Lazarus gave me the chance to go forward in time. But then it was back to the 19th century when Stephen Frears offered me a small part in the film Mary Reilly. I breezed in and did a scene with Julia Roberts and Glenn Close and was then clubbed to death.
Australia in the 1840s is the setting for my latest film role, an adaptation of the Booker Prize novel Oscar and Lucinda. We filmed right out in the bush on the border of Queensland and New South Wales. The scenery was beautiful - I loved it, except being surrounded by the most lethal snakes in the world. I got a bit phobic about that - Balham, in south London, where I've lived for six years is bit less exciting but safer!
Peter Brook's production of The Mahabharata took me to New York. There's no denying the buzz of that city but it took me two and a half months to get used to the continual noise. When you've spent your childhood surrounded by the hills, mountains and water of Northern Ireland, the memory of their importance for you remains.


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Meeting with Bernard Cazeneuve, Minister of the Interior
Thursday 25 September 2014
On 23 September 2014, the Collective met with Bernard Cazeneuve, Minister of the Interior, Pierre-Antoine Molina, Director-Adjointe, Raphael Sodini, Advisor on Immigration and Asylum, Jean-Julian Xavier-Rolai, Legal Advisor, François Minsard, Advisor on Police, and Luc Derepas, Director-General for Non-Nationals in France.
The Collective drew the attention of the Minister for the Interior to the grave problems noted by the Collective regarding the management of victims of trafficking in human beings. It presented its proposals for fighting effectively against trafficking in human beings.
- Response by the Collective to the National Plan of Action Against Trafficking in Human Beings (in French only)
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How to store expressed breastmilk safely
Date Posted:19 June 2015
Majority of mothers will express breastmilk at some stage during their breastfeeding experience before their baby reaches 6 months old. There are many reasons why mums might need or want to express.
These may include:-
- You have an over-supply of breastmilk
- Your baby is premature or unwell
- You are planning for a day or evening out
- You are returning to work
- Your breasts feel uncomfortable, swollen or engorged
- You just want to stock up on an emergency supply!
Whatever reason you have to express breastmilk, it is helpful to be aware of the storage and usage conditions of expressed breastmilk. There is so much helpful breastfeeding facts and information, that it is not always possible for your midwife or health nurse to advise you of everything. And let's be honest, after just having a baby you will already be away with fairies enough with your limited sleep and baby brain that you probably wouldn't remember everything anyway!
Whether you plan on expressing or not, there just may be a time when you do. When this time comes, you will need to know the recommended guidelines to help you with the correct and safe storage and reheating of your hard work in a bottle! This little piece of information helps many mums in their learning experience, it definately became a regular referral for myself, so I would like to share it with you also.
The following information is also important to know before expressing and storing breastmilk:
- Breastmilk storage can be in glass/plastic containers or sealable bags, as long as they are sterile and airtight
- Wash and dry your hands properly prior to handling your expressing equipment
- Freeze expressed breastmilk within 24 hours if you do not plan on using it within 2 days
- FIFO! (First In First Out) - Always date and time your containers and use the oldest first
- Store your containers at the back of the fridge or freezer to reduce the affect of any temperature changes
- The Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA) advise that fresh breastmilk can be added to previously expressed breastmilk, so long as the fresh milk is cooled in the fridge before combining. And always go by the date/time of the OLDEST expressed breastmilk
- Never use a microwave to heat expressed breastmilk! Not only can this create hot spots within the bottle which may burn your baby, it can destroy beneficial components of your natural milk. You don't want to go to all of that effort just to ruin your liquid gold! Defrost in cool water or overnight in the fridge and reheat in warm water.
Here is your new go-to-guide on how to store your expressed breastmilk. Feel free to print it out and put it up on the fridge so it is always available to you:
Enjoy your new mum journey!
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Have you been thinking about going vegan for some time or are you already eating that way? Then you should be stocking up on these nutrients.
Being a responsible vegan is not an easy task. Not just because of the fact that you have to give up meat, milk, eggs and other animal products. You also have to watch out for sufficient intake of vitamins and minerals.
People go vegan for many various reasons. It is usually a combination of ethical, environmental and – for some – health related reasons. I do not want to discuss whether this type of diet is healthier than others today. I want to focus on a phase that comes "after" – what to watch out for AFTER making the decision to go vegan, to make sure your body isn't lacking anything.
Vitamin B12
The only vitamin you will actually have to supplement. You can find some information claiming that it is present in plants – mainly chlorella, spirulina or seaweed. However, studies show that not every chlorella/spirulina/seaweed really contains it, even though the manufacturer claims it does. And even if it is there, it is not known, whether the human body can effectively absorb it. You can find products enhanced with Vitamin B12, usually plant based milk, but it is not good to rely on it (because of the reasons mentioned above). Pill supplement is the surest way – I totally understand, if you are not a fan of pills, I feel the same – but we are talking about health here.
Vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to nerve problems, anemia, infertility, and bone and heart issues. If you have been a vegan for 6 months and you don't see any problems, even without taking B12 supplements, it could be caused by your body having enough of it from previous consumption of animal products. But this period will be over eventually. If you follow vegan diet, you really, I mean really should start taking vitamin B12 supplements.
Vitamin D
Among the main functions of vitamin D are calcium and phosphorus absorption, hence it plays an important role in bone and teeth health. The deficiency syndromes are fatigue, hormonal imbalance, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, depression etc. It is not difficult to get enough in summer, because it forms in the skin as a result of sun exposure. But other seasons could pose a problem. The reason why vegans can suffer from the deficiency is because it is mainly found in sea fish and egg yolk. It can also be found in some mushrooms.
It has been proven that vegans have up to 50% less iodine in blood than vegetarians (even more, people that consume animal products). The insufficiency can lead to slow metabolism and thyroid problems. It is actually quite easy to include iodide in one's diet: get yourself an iodized salt or seaweed.
Animal sourced iron is much easier for the body to absorb than the plant based iron. Therefore vegans are recommended to increase their daily iron intake. Iron deficiency can lead to hair and nail breakage, dry skin, fatigue and weakness, irregular heartbeat, headache and tingling sensation in arms and legs. Iron can be found in nuts, legumes and grains.
Ever since we were small children, we have been told that calcium is found mainly in milk and we were given the milk already in school cafeterias. What is not widely known is that the efficiency of absorbing the calcium from cow milk is very problematic for majority of the population. Same content of calcium (in 100g) as in milk can be found in broccoli or kale. Calcium can also be found in almonds and hazelnuts.
Omega-3 fatty acids
The best form for the body to absorb can be found in fish. However, sufficient intake can be covered even when following vegetarian and vegan diet. I recommend nuts, hemp seed, flax seed and chia seed as the best sources. Also, don't forget to eat your greens but I am sure you already do.


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by adamboyden on 21 May, 2018
Dear all, I am one of the councillors for Frome College ward on Mendip District Council, and want to keep you up to date, please see below for my latest news on local issues: Opposition to Mendip's Sunday parking charges Somerset County Council calls for conversation on Unitary Council Changing Places puts Frome on the […]Read more 2 Comments
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On 2nd May, Somerset County Council's Conservative leadership surprised the county's 5 district councils by announcing it was starting a conversation about the future of local government in Somerset, including the option of replacing all 6 councils with one or more unitary authorities. The County Council announcement is here. SCC argue that a unitary council […]Read more Leave a comment
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Mendip District Council has reviewed its Car Parking Strategy, with a report to Cabinet in April which was withdrawn following objections from members of the Car Parks Working Group. A revised strategy was issued to Frome Town Council, Frome Chamber of Commerce and other stakeholders for limited consultation for 10 days in April, and will […]Read more Leave a comment
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Dear All, please see below a roundup of news from the ward and local area, and updates on what your councils are doing. This has taken some time, so apologies it has been a long time since the last one. Old Showfield improvements to continue Frome Town Council is planning further improvements to the Old […]Read more Leave a comment
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Somerset Liberal Democrats PRESS NOTICE Monday 6th February 2017 Jane Lock calls for more detail in County Budget Liberal Democrat County Group Leader Jane Lock has reacted with concern to the budget proposals put forward by the Tories today at County Hall. Everyone acknowledges that Somerset County Council has a crisis in Adult Social Care […]Read more Leave a comment
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Dear All, A quick update – and some questions at the end for you – Referendum approves Frome's Neighbourhood Plan: Yesterday the people of Frome voted to back proposals for a new Neighbourhood Plan, with 86% voting in favour and 14% against. A total of 3,631 people voted – a turnout of 17.9% […]Read more Leave a comment
by adamboyden on 28 September, 2016
Somerset Liberal Democrats' Press Release, 26 September 2016: Tories sit by whilst County Council faces Bankruptcy. "The County Council's finances are in a dire situation." Today, 26th September, the Conservative Cabinet running Somerset County Council have been discussing the possibility of declaring the Authority bankrupt. In the Revenue Outturn report the County Finance Director has […]Read more Leave a comment
by adamboyden on 16 September, 2016
'Wish we could turn back time, to the good ol' days, When our councils funded buses but now we're stressed out… We used to meet with friends, go out and have a laugh, We would jump on a bus and we'd ride it down to Bath, Used to dream of going places but now they're […]Read more Leave a comment
by adamboyden on 6 September, 2016
Update: Urgent – As the recent Frome Standard and Frome Times front page stories explain, Bath & North East Somerset Council are reviewing their support for the 267 evening bus services, to try and reduce costs. This affects the 9.10pm and 11.10pm Bath to Frome buses and the 8pm and 10pm Frome to Bath buses […]Read more Leave a comment
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Please see below my newsletter for Frome College ward, Frome and Mendip. I hope you find it useful. How can I help? Please get in touch if you have any issues you need help with. Leisure Centre reopening delayed: As a member of Mendip District Council's Leisure Strategic Board, last week I had a tour […]Read more Leave a comment
by adamboyden on 26 September, 2014
The results of the byelection for the Frome North division of Somerset County Council yesterday are as follows: – Linda Oliver, Conservative Party, 1111 votes (46.5%) – Damon Hooton, Liberal Democrat, 836 (35%) – Catherine Richardson, Labour Party, 163 (7%) – Adrian Dobinson, independent, 139 (6%) – Les Spalding, Green Party, 139 (6%) Conservative Linda Oliver […]Read more Leave a comment
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You may have heard that cllr Sam Phripp has sadly resigned as the Somerset County Councillor for the Frome North area. Please see here for Sam's statements on that. I wish Sam well. So we now need a new county councillor for Frome North, and the byelection has been arranged on Thursday 25th September. Frome […]Read more Leave a comment


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It is part of the triangle of Guillain and Mollaret, connected to the contralateral red nucleus via the superior cerebellar peduncle (rubrodentate fibres) 2.
Radiographic features
The dentate nucleus is most easily identified on T2 and particularly T2* weighted sequences (e.g. SWI) as an undulating semicircular structure, the opening facing the midline. It is usually difficult to identify on T1 weighted images.
Recently, there has been significant interest in gadolinium deposition in the dentate nucleus, which becomes readily visible on T1 weighted images in patients who have received multiple doses of gadolinium containing contrast agents 3.
- 1. Standring S. Gray's Anatomy. Elsevier Health Sciences. (2015) ISBN:0702068519. Read it at Google Books - Find it at Amazon
- 2. Wein S, Yan B, Gaillard F. Hypertrophic olivary degeneration secondary to pontine haemorrhage. J Clin Neurosci. 2015;22 (7): . doi:10.1016/j.jocn.2015.02.005 - Pubmed citation
- 3. Roberts DR. Pediatric Patients Demonstrate Progressive T1-Weighted Hyperintensity in the Dentate Nucleus following Multiple Doses of Gadolinium-Based Contrast Agent. Am J Neuroradiol. 2016 Jul 28. Pubmed citation


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Does anyone not use an Electric KettleDiscussion on living for a better and more responsible future
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I think I'm going to use the microwave for drinks more often, I've just had a mug of hot fruit juice and it didn't need as long as the coffee did. I dont drink tea so that's ok. I think I will have to hide the kettle though because my hand automatically reaches for it, hang on a minute, I cant do that because I need it to heat water for the washing up.
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........and the washing down
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I use an electric kettle, but I fill in to the top & then fill a flask with it. Normally it's just me at home, and the flask lasts all day, plenty hot enough for me. I do drink tea, but only when the kettle's freshly boiled
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That's a good frugal tip LBF.
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I used to use a kettle on the hob, but after I ruined the second one by leaving it to boil dry I now use an electric one.
Definately more frugal as you can boil smaller amounts .
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Used to use a whistling kettle on the hob, but my kids are so impatient and objected to waiting for the amount of time it took to boil, and went out and bought an electric one. Like others we only put in as much as we want to use and I rarely boil a whole kettle full.
On the odd occasions that I drink coffee and its just me here, I use one of those drinks machines that have little `pouchy` things. Makes nice hot chocolate but the coffee isnt really hot enough, added to which the pouches can work out a bit pricey if thats your only form of hot drink.
I`m not a teacher for nothing, you know!! If I was clever, I`d be dangerous.
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I was going to suggest the thermos tip LBH shared too!
It's also a handy tip if you have elderly relative. My gramps can carry a flask to the table next to his chair with less risk of spilling than if he tries to carry a mug.
I have a diddy little electric travel kettle that does exactly 2 mugs, so it is perfect for the 2 of us without boiling more water than needed.
I tried microwaving water for coffee once, but it "exploded" and all flew out of the mug like a mushroom cloud. Maybe I set it wrong? It did give the microwave a good steam clean though.
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wintertime when i have the logburner going ,i place a kettle full of water to boil,i make adrink and the unused water gos into a tremos,the kettle isfilled up and put back to keep warm,that can then be used for washing-up,that means i dont have the waterheater on over winter,have shower for washing,so saving on eleic,plus the stew pot sits nicey on the corner of the logburner,so dont use the cooker much,last years eleic bill over the 3 coldest months was down by £360,well pleased. my daugther has a kettle that only heats the water as you pour the water out.
why is it these days that common sense and common decency aren't that common?????
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in 1984, as soon as the umpire called, "Play ball!", Lee Hae-chang (이해창) of the MBC Chungyong (now the LG Twins) drilled the first pitch of the game thrown by Haitai Tigers starter, *Joo Dong-sik (주동식), to the outfield bleachers. This was the first ever top of the 1st, first pitch leadoff home run in the Korea Baseball Championship. So far such home runs have been hit 25 times by 18 different players in the history of the league:
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The Feast of St. Stephen has always meant a lot to me. Immediately, with not even a chance to catch our collective breath, the Church turns from the crib to the cross. The true and ultimate meaning of the Incarnation is not found in the cuteness of the Baby Jesus, but in seeing the menacing shadow of the cross hovering over the scene.
No need to retell the familiar story of Stephen's martyrdom. Luke does an admirable job in Acts 6:1-8:3 – a rather long section, but it's worth reading the whole thing.
I'd like to point out a few things, however, that we usually miss.
To begin, I find it wonderfully ironic that the first indication of hierarchy in the fledgling Church has a blatant classist, perhaps even racist, overtone: the appointment of foreigners (the Hellenists, Jewish disciples of Jesus who had been born in the diaspora) to do the work that the Apostles (native "Hebrews") considered beneath them, "waiting on tables" for the widows of their own class of people. All seven deacons (diakonoi, Greek for "servant") had Greek, not Hebrew, names: Stephen, Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicholas.
(Stephen means "the crowned one," a name laden with symbolism since he is represented as the first to receive "the crown of martyrdom." Also, the word "martyr" means "witness." It doesn't necessarily imply being killed as and ultimate act of testimony, but in Christian tradition it always means giving witness by giving one's life.)
Note that this was racial/class tension among disciples of Jesus who were Jewish, somewhat analogous to the present-day tensions in the State of Israel between Ashkenazi and Sephardic Jews. The full-fledged conflict between Jewish disciples and Gentile converts, which frames much of the New Testament, wasn't even on the radar yet.
One problem with these Hellenistic servants (deacons) was that they couldn't keep their mouths shut and behave like they were supposed to. Immediately after they were formally commissioned to serve the needs of the widows, they began to preach – the job of the Apostles – and Stephen, at least, got in trouble for doing so.
There's indication that he probably limited his preaching to the Hellenists, who may well have been somewhat neglected by the Apostles and Hebrew-speaking disciples because they had come from other parts of the world, and therefore "talked funny." and had different customs. (Does this situation sound familiar?) Why do I infer this? Because as a result of his preaching, members of the Synagogue of Roman Freedmen engaged him in debate. These were Jews from the Diaspora, immigrants to Jerusalem, who had (or were segregated to) their own synagogue because of language as well as culture.
It's not impossible that Stephen and the other Hellenist "deacons" were also members of this synagogue. Don't forget that the first generation of the followers of Jesus saw no reason to abandon their Jewish identity and religious convictions. Their preaching was not to "convert" their fellow Jews in the sense we understand the term, bur to demonstrate to them that Jesus was indeed the fulfillment of what they, as Jews, were longing for.
Presumably the Apostles, concentrating on the Hebrew-speaking Jews in Jerusalem, didn't mind Stephen speaking to the Hellenists about faith in Christ; it wasn't infringing on their territory.
We are told (Acts 6:9) that members of this ethnically segregated synagogue were from Cyrene (North Africa), Alexandria (Egypt), Asia (the Roman province that is now western Turkey) and Cilicia (southern Turkey). Tarsus, the hometown of Saul/Paul, was in Cilicia, so undoubtedly Saul was a member of this synagogue. When Stephen was being executed, the young Saul watched over the outer garments of the perpetrators (Acts 7:58) and approved (Acts 8:1).
When this confrontation arose within the Hellenistic synagogue, the synagogue leaders took it to the Sanhedrin, the council of Jewish elders that served as a court. It could judge according to Jewish law, but its power to impose punishments was very limited under Roman authority. Stephen's execution by stoning was a mob action than a verdict of the Sanhedrin (see Acts 7:54-60). In fact, from Luke's description of the mob before the Sanhedrin in Acts (6:11-15), I suspect they may have been less than impressed by the accusations this rabble of foreigners was wasting their time with.
Strictly speaking, this execution would have violated Roman law and policy, but they often turned the other way when local squabbles resulted in murder, unless there was some danger of it escalating into a riot or rebellion.
In the reading we hear at Mass, the Stephen's lengthy sermon before the Sanhedrin is omitted. Just as well because it would severely stretch our attention span and dilute the impact of this saga of the first disciple whose witness of Jesus as the Christ led to martyrdom. However it's worth reading on your own (Acts 7:2-53). While he appears to be answering the high priest's question, it seems to me he is actually addressing his fellow Hellenistic Jews. He tells the story from Abraham to Moses, emphasizing how God uses the foreigner and outcast to fulfill his will, and how the "favored ones" actually are unfaithful. When he gets to verses 51-53, I can just image him emphatically pointing to his fellow members of the Synagogue of Roman Freedmen, rather than to the Sanhedrin.
"You stiff-necked people, uncircumcised in heart and ears, you always oppose the holy Spirit; you are just like your ancestors. Which of the prophets did your ancestors not persecute? They put to death those who foretold the coming of the righteous one, whose betrayers and murderers you have now become. You received the law as transmitted by angels, but you did not observe it."
As a result of this incident, it seems the wrath of the Hellenistic Jews was aroused against their own members who had embraced the way of Jesus. They became unpopular, shunned, and even threatened. So much so that they had to get out of town. Of course, this made possible a mission far beyond what the Apostles were even thinking about at that time (implied in 8:14), extending even to Philip's encounter with an Ethiopian court official (8:26-40). The Holy Spirit makes good use of what we consider lemons.
Since the Apostles were not included in this persecution, presumably the majority of the Hebrew followers of Christ were not targeted either. This is pretty much implied in the lengthy verse 1 of Acts 8. This would also mean that Saul's fury against of community of Christ's followers (Acts 8:3 and 9:1-2) was directed exclusively against the his fellow Hellenists. Remember that Saul, having been raised in Tarsus, Cilicia, was one of them. There is no hatred like that which is aroused among one's own!
There's a lot more to Saul's story here, a hint given us by the name of his synagogue, the "Synagogue of Roman Freedmen." But that's for another time . . .
(Note: the image at the top of this post is from the website of the Good Shepherd Chaldean Cathedral in Toronto. It's accompanied by an informative essay on St. Stephen in Chaldean liturgy and tradition. The Chaldean Church, centered in Iraq and Syria, is one of the most ancient of Christian communities and today one of the most endangered. Like St. Stephen, they are suffering martyrdom in witness to the Lordship of Jesus Christ. Since last year, the suffering and slaughter has gotten even worse, as the Holy Father continues to emphasize. Prayers, awareness and action are needed.)


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Sweden has opened its first migrant tent camp in a bid to cope with this year's unprecedented influx. Nearly 200,000 migrants will have arrived in the country this year, leaving Sweden's asylum system on the verge of collapse.
The camp, situated on moorland near Lund in southern Sweden, contains 17 heated tents, each of which can house 12 in a dormitory style arrangement. More accommodation will be added next year, bringing the total capacity for the camp up to 375 spaces, The Local has reported.
Rebecca Bichis, regional manager for the Swedish Migration Agency (Migrationsverket) told Swedish public broadcaster SVT on Monday: "We hope that everything is in place, so the first people to arrive know that they will be well received."
The first wave of 20 migrants is due to arrive imminently.
As the unprecedented wave of immigration hit Sweden, the country scrambled to find places to accommodate the newcomers. Gymnasiums, school sports halls and even ski resorts were turned over to migrant housing as the country's migrant centres filled to capacity.
In November, the Swedish government had to concede that they could no longer cope with the influx. Asa Romson, deputy Prime Minister of Sweden broke down in tears at a press conference while announcing an end to Sweden's open door asylum policy.
Prime Minister Stefan Lofven told the assembled reporters: "The situation is untenable.
"To put it bluntly, more people will have to seek asylum and get protection in other European countries."
Border checks were also put in place. According to the Swedish Migration Agency, the measure caused a thirty per cent decrease in the number of new arrivals.
The country is still, however, on course to welcome 190,000 asylum seekers this year alone, a full 100,000 more than was predicted at the beginning of the year. In March, as the pace of new arrivals picked up, Sweden tripled its capacity at migrant centres from 200 to 650, expecting a total of 90,000 people to come, a number which looks to be far exceeded.
Home Affairs Minister Anders Ygeman visited the tent camp recently, describing the accommodation as working "pretty well".
"It's not intended to be a lifelong solution but housing for a short period of time. But it's good that it's warm and tidy," he said.


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Today, I was about to make some more banana bread when I decided I wanted something different. Something that would help me enjoy summer (since the 112 degree heat out there won't allow me to leave the house). I wanted lemon something. After some googling and inspiration, I settled on lemons and strawberries! Muffins! YUM.
Here are details:
3/4 C unsweetened almond milk
1 1/2 C all purpose flour
1/4 tspn baking soda
1/2 tspn baking powder
1/4 tspn salt
1/3 C olive oil
1/3 C sugar
1/2 C lemon juice (fresh squeezed)
3/4 C of crushed fresh strawberries
lemon zest
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. In a separate bowl, combine almond milk, olive oil, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and strawberries.
Pour the liquid ingredients into the dry ones. Mix well!
Pour batter into your muffin tins! I also had this adorable little bread tin that I couldn't resist using. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean (check after 20 minutes and adjust time from there).
Enjoy! I took mine out way to early (around 20 minute mark) as they were still doughy in the center. The batter is very thick, so don't be afraid to leave them in longer.I also would recommend upping the lemon and strawberry, if your taste buds don't mind. While the flavors are definitely there, I feel like I would have been happy with a bit more of each!
Ignore the Dunkin Donut box back there...it was a moment of weakness okay??
-Namaste and good eating friends!!!


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RANTOUL - After 3 fires in 5 weeks, Rantoul firefighters are warning people not to throw cigarette butts in dry mulch or grass.
Rantoul Assistant Fire Chief Kevin Kaiser says the first fire happened at the Dunkin Donuts in Rantoul after employees threw tossed their cigarette butts in the mulch near a gas meter.
Kaiser says the fire caused $50,000 worth of damage and could have caused an explosion.
Then another mulch fire started several feet away from the Walmart Supercenter in Rantoul, again cigarettes were the cause.
Finally, the BP gas station across the street from Walmart had a similar mulch fire.
Kaiser says smokers must be careful where they throw their cigarette butts because a mulch fire can easily turn into a much bigger, dangerous fire.


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Yu, the subsidiary brand of Micromax is planning to release a new Yureka smartphone on June 1. The company has sent out the Media invites regarding the launch. The latest teaser reads 'Break rules, Shatter stereotypes' with the hashtag #BlackAintForAll. All these confirms the availability of black color variant, which is an ongoing trend in the Indian smartphone market lately.
Black is never out of fashion, Yureka Back with Black:
These are the taglines used by the company on their teasers. The image also hints at the black metal body with antenna lines. With only a camera cutout at the back, the device may have a Fingerprint sensor at the front, or it may not have one. The specs and additional details of the phone are not yet known. But we speculate the device to be an entry level or mid-range option in the price bracket 10-15k. As the brand is already struggling in the market, It was not supposed to launch a flagship device.
Going back 2016, Yu also launched flagship Yutopia which turned out to be a failure. Their recent launch Yunicorn didn't either turned the game for them. So this time Yu is expected to play safe, providing all round specifications for the budget users. In present market scenario, they also need a USP to differentiate their device from others.
Yu is one of the first companies to offer value for money specifications with its 'Yureka' in the budget segment. But later it failed to cope up with the strategies of the companies like Xiaomi, Oppo, and Vivo.
Now the Micromax and Yu combined market have fallen, and they are no more in top five smartphone brands in India. Also, During the last years, Micromax has kept their more potential on the home appliances rather than Smartphones. In fact, they have launched very fewer phones, settling down for entry-level segments.
From the last two years, the Indian Smartphone Market has become a conundrum for the Micromax. Can this new device Shatter stereotypes and change the scenario of the company? But that's not going to be an easy bet.


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Subpoena/Summons/ Request for Public Records
What to do if you receive a Subpoena/Summons/Request for Public Records
- If you receive a subpoena/summons by Facsimile, Campus or U.S. mail call Risk Management at 898-6588.
- If the subpoena/summons is being served by a process server determine to whom the subpoena is addressed. Those addressed to CSU, Chico Research Foundation (Foundation) or CSU, Chico Associated Students (AS) should NOT be accepted. Refer the process server to the appropriate organization.
- If the subpoena/summons is addressed to CSU, Chico refer the process server to Risk Management, Kendall Hall 205.
Criminal Subpoena
All Criminal Subpoenas for Personal Appearance should be presented to the University Police Department, at the corner of W. 2nd and Chestnut streets, for service.
Process Servers
All subpoena requests for records must be served in person at one of the following locations:
- All Subpoena Requests for Records for CSU, Chico should be served to the Risk Management Office located in Kendall Hall, Room 205.
- Requests for records pertaining to the Associated Students of California State University, Chico should be served at the Associated Students Office located in the Bell Memorial Union, Room 218.
- Requests for records pertaining to the California State University, Chico Research Foundation should be served at the Research Foundation Office located at 25 Main Street, Room 203, Chico, CA.
Request for Public Records
All Requests for Public Records should be directed to the Risk Management Office located in Kendall Hall, Room 205.
Please note:
The State Controller's Office maintains payroll records for all state employees. Requests for payroll records should be directed to:
Custodian of Records, State of California
State Controller's Office
Attention Nancy Jang
Executive Office, Legal Division
300 Capitol Mall, 18th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814-5878


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When you are searching for the best orthodontist in Rhode Island, you need to consider many things - the qualifications of the doctor, the friendliness of the staff, and the ease of making appointments, to name a few. Deciding to proceed with orthodontic treatment can change your life for the better - both physically and mentally. At Tollgate Orthodontics in Jamestown & Warwick, RI, Dr. Daniel M. Eves and his friendly staff are always excited to meet new patients during their first visit to the office. Dr. Eves is board-certified and considered one of the top orthodontists in Rhode Island. He brings his expertise to all of his clients whether you've been with him for years or it's your first visit.
Your first visit to Tollgate is always free. During this visit, Dr. Eves will conduct a thorough exam and a discuss a variety of treatment options, whether you may need braces, Invisalign or teeth whitening. If you do need treatment, we may also reserve some time following your first visit for diagnostic records, including digital x-rays, digital photos and impressions, or anything else that would be necessary for developing the appropriate treatment regime.
During your complimentary first visit, Dr. Eves and his staff will address the following questions, discussing the basics of orthodontic treatment:
While we can often answer these questions regarding treatment during your first examination, we will also address specific areas after careful analysis of the diagnostic records. There is no better equipped orthodontist than Dr. Eves when it comes to analyzing and understanding each patient's individual needs. In-depth planning leads to superior results and higher patient satisfaction which leads to brighter smiles all over Rhode Island.
After plans are made, we will schedule a consultation visit to discuss treatment options, time frames, and financial arrangements. We make sure that all of our new patients leave our office with an in-depth understanding of their specific needs, what the treatment will consist of, and how long the whole process will take. Finding a new doctor can be a challenge, and we want to make sure that this is the last time you ever need to plan a first visit.
To make the process easier for all parties please provide us with the following information at the time of your first visit:
We know that you have chosen the very best orthodontic care in Rhode Island. But if you're still not convinced, please give us a call at 401.739.3900 with any questions you may have about our staff or services. Or, reach out to us using our online appointment form. We are here to serve and care for you and your family's oral health. We look forward to seeing you at one of our conveniently located Tollgate Orthodontics offices in Jamestown or Warwick, RI. Call today.


text: On February 29, 2016, Canada's Minister of International Trade, Chrystia Freeland, and the European Union's Commissioner for Trade, Cecilia Malmström, announced the completion of the legal review of the Comprehensive Economic Trade Agreement (CETA). After many years of negotiations, this European Union (EU) and Canadian treaty could finally be signed at the forthcoming EU-Canada Summit in Brussels on October 27, 2016. The EU considers it to be "a milestone in European trade policy" and "the most ambitious trade agreement that the EU has ever concluded." Those in favor of CETA argue that it will boost trade between the EU and Canada. Critics argue that the agreement is unduly favorable to businesses and may lead to a lowering of regulatory standards. With a provisional application possible in the near future, let's take a closer look at what's at stake and why CETA matters.


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Olive oil bottles are ideal to reuse for crafts, homemade dressings and other household purposes. You have to get all of the oil residue out of the bottles before you can reuse them, though. With hot, soapy water and a bottle brush, the olive oil residue doesn't stand a chance.
Cleaning Olive Oil Bottles
Add a couple drops of grease-fighting dish soap to each empty bottle to help remove the olive oil residue. Fill the bottles halfway with the hottest water that your sink can produce and then begin scrubbing the sides with a bottle brush. Scrub all exposed surfaces with the bottle brush before dumping the water out and rinsing the bottles. Repeat the process as many times as necessary to remove the oily residue and then dry the bottles by setting them upside down in a dish rack.
Improvising Without a Bottle Brush
If you don't have a bottle brush or the bottle's opening is too small for your brush, add a few drops of grease-fighting dish soap to each bottle and then fill it three-quarters full with hot water. Secure the lids and shake each bottle vigorously for several minutes. Rinse and repeat the shaking process as many times as necessary to completely clean the bottles. If the oil isn't coming loose, add a splash of vinegar to the soapy water to help cut through the oil while you shake the bottles. Another method is to use a little dish soap, about a tablespoon of uncooked rice and hot water; shake the bottles vigorously, empty them and rinse thoroughly.


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What kind of mother will I be in Ramadhan??
I am back.
I was away 'balik kampung' visiting my husband's side of the family.
We had a lot of fun spending time with his sisters, exchanged stories.
No wifi though.
Got new roses from the nurseries which I am super duper excited to start gardening.
Today, we rushed from LBJ, negeri Sembilan as both of us are working today.
Isabella has to be with mommy all day long.
I hope she will behave.
My first day of fasting was not that great. I woke up slightly late for sahur and managed to drink only a small cup of water.
So the whole day I was breastfeeding,I felt as dry as a drought.
Not the milk though, but me. Felt weak.
So day 2, after iftar I carried a big bottle of plain water with me all the time until the morning.
Same with my SIL. That was all that she did, drinking plain water. So did I. I love the fact that I can ask big sisters for advices.
This Ramadhan opens a new chapter to us. Makes me think about life and hoping to be a better Muslimah, a solehah wife. Now, what should I cook for my hubby for our way early breakfast.
He said, be it simple, anything as long it is warm and fresh, he will be fine.
I am so excited to do this as last year I was pregnant and being away from my husband and family, spending Ramadhan in Kuala Dungun, Terengganu all alone. It was sad and I admired my husband going back and forth just so he could iftar with me. We ate food from Bazar. I didn't cook at all. Maybe sardine but that was too easy to be counted. Despite all his sacrifice, I love you sayang, I didn't thank him enough.
The Ramadhan before, I was a medical houseman in Hospital Selayang and I was so busy that we missed most of our sahur. Nobody woke up. Bad lousy wife. Don't judge me though if you were never a medical houseman hahahaha.
So this year is a year to prove myself what kind of a mother will I be?
Will I be the kind who heat meals from bazar or old cooked meal or will I be the kind who cook a fresh rice and dishes for the table. I remember when I was in school where I stayed with my grandma and auntie, every morning, the food would be hot and fresh. She would wake up at 3 a.m. just to coke for us several dishes. She was a great cook. I didn't appreciate that until I am a wife knowing what a sacrifice it is to wake up and prepare a fresh meal for your family. I thought every wife does that. Turns out, not to point fingers to anyone, many mothers just buy from restaurant or heat the iftar food.
My husband is a fussy man when it comes to food. So I am prepared to roll my sleeves to perform this duty this year. Hope tak kantoi and I will wake up.
Iftar, sadly we will be on duty and he would have to do it in the office while I in clinic. There will be days for us to enjoy it together.
He is looking forward for tarawih. Last year we did tarawih together whenever I was back at the city. Hopefully, we will be able to appreciate this month together as a couple and bring our hearts even closer. Amin.


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Evans, who will ride in the coveted rainbow jersey after the 32 year-old won his first major title at the Road Race World Championships in Sept, will join the likes of George Hincapie, Alessandro Ballan and Marcus Burghardt after he signed a three-year deal with BMC, according to the US team's website on Sunday.
A statement from the team said: "The BMC Racing Team today announced the signing of current world road race champion Cadel Evans to a three year contract. This partnership will create mutually beneficial opportunities for both the current world champion as well as the BMC Racing Team."
Evans, a two-time Tour de France runner-up - in 2007 and 2008 - will leave the Belgian team after he invoked a clause in his contract which allows him to leave a year before his current deal ends.
The arrival of Evans at BMC, who have been competing in the Continental Pro ranks, will be considered a coup for the team who can now look forward to being invited to many of the top races on the calendar, where ProTour status is usually required.
Following the announcement, Silence-Lotto said: "After five successful years, including two podium places in the Tour de France and the recent victory in Mendrisio, Cadel has decided to take advantage of his increased market value and to look for new challenges.
"Silence-Lotto is proud of the progress Cadel made in our team - from a rough time to the absolute world top in five years time, also thanks to the professional entourage and the good teamwork - and wishes him all the best for his further career. Success in your beautiful rainbow jersey."
BMC Racing Team co-owner Jim Ochowicz added: "Cadel brings a wealth of experience in the Grand Tours to the team.
"We are pleased that we will have the opportunities to send out our most successful riders, now including Cadel Evans, to tackle these challenges."
Evans said: "A great opportunity has come for me to join a growing team of like-minded individuals at BMC. I look forward to working with the BMC group toward the same goals including the Tour de France.
"I see the BMC Racing Team as a growing but very well structured and organised Team.
"Obviously, I would like to do better than my two second places at the Tour de France."


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As our boss lady Solange gears up for a phenomenal set at Pitchfork Festival this weekend, Saint Heron will also be on the scene to present a cultural series of sorts — journeying its attendees through a multidisciplinary experience of music, poetry, film and art. It's no secret that Solo is a soldier for Black culture and tirelessly aims to promote the visibility of the culture's young creatives. That's why Saint Heron is headed to Chicago early to kick the weekend off with this special, cost-free series featuring some of the city's shining talent.
The two-day event begins Thursday, July 13 and will include a film screening featuring director Frances Bodomo, followed by a Roll Back, Say That Artist Talk at the Black Cinema House and led by Black Radical Imagination. Films include: Boneshaker, which stars Beasts of the Southern Wild star Quvenzhané Wallis, Everybody Dies! And Afronauts.
Our Friday will boast of an in-depth Roll Back, Say That conversation moderated by Teen Vogue's Editor-in-Chief Elaine Welteroth hosted by the Young Chicago Authors. Taking place at Soho House, the chat will explore the plight of women artists of color and our brilliant influence on the art world despite efforts to deter our shine. Participating artists include: Jamila Woods, Fatimah Ashgar, Safia Elhillo and Eve Ewing. After feeding your spirit, attendees will head to the after party DJ'd by Kyle Woods to keep the party going and the vibrations high.
RSVPs for both the Thursday and Friday Roll Back, Say That events are full, but we'd love to see you all at our onsite Saint Heron House Installation. We look forward to you seeing you there!


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Music: an expression of humanity, escape, a soundtrack to life, deep passion….
I came across Anna's Anchor via Never Meant Records. I had featured Never Meant band Apartments back in August. Anna's Anchor is the solo project of Marty Ryan. Ryan cites Jimmy Eat World, Brand New, American Football, and Into It Over It as influences. And I can see that at moments. It's the adult side of punk or emo. The polished pop side coming through. If you like straight forward rock and roll, this is a great record to check out. You can name your own price for Nautical Miles at https://annasanchor.bandcamp.com/album/nautical-miles and you can pick the record up on vinyl at http://nvrmntrecords.bigcartel.com/category/albums


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Puget Sound Energy says its Wild Horse wind farm in the hills of Central Washington has added another 22 turbines producing power.
The new turbines went online Monday and joins the 127 turbines that entered service in December 2006. The new turbines are expected to produce another 44 megawatts of power at the facility.
Initial development of the expanded wind farm began in 2008 and construction was completed earlier this year. Testing and commissioning of the new turbines finished in October.
The wind farm is located atop Whiskey Dick Mountain about 16 miles east of Ellensburg at an elevation of 3,500 feet.


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The huge selection of grinders on the market may leave you confused if you are not well informed or you are a newbie when it comes to grinding weed. This article is meant to help you with the decision by discussing different types of grinders that are available. Weed grinders come in various sizes and styles and are made of wood, metal and acrylic plastic. The material will affect the price and as with any other item, you can choose between cheap and expensive weed grinders. The next thing that you should know is that weed grinders come with two, four or five pieces or so called compartments. These are used for collecting pollen or kief and storing your ground weed. Most people prefer manual grinders where you twist the lid and grind your herbs within seconds. With electric grinders you need electric power wherever you want to use it so they are said to be for home use only. Some grinders have magnetic tops to prevent spilling while other have clear tops and you can see how much bud you have left. To select the best weed grinder look at the following suggestions made by regular weed users.
Top 5 Grinders
- Space Case Grinder Sifter Titanium – Made in USA and one of the best metal grinders. This aluminum grinder is amazing. It is small and yet grinds all your products perfectly with ease. It is very convenient to be carried in your pocket. The teeth are sharp, the magnetic top is tight in place during grinding and the middle compartment big enough. The pollen catcher is the right size and although made of metal this grinder does not produce metal shavings while grinding. It is worth the money and lasts for a long time.
- Santa Cruz Shredder – This is a four piece grinder made of anodized aluminum with a tight magnetic lid that keeps everything you put in it fresh. The tooth pattern is created for ultimate grinding results and the teeth are really sharp and cut both ways. You can purchase it in different sizes, small, medium or large depending on your needs. A tip from professionals: use it upside down so the material stays within the teeth. It is said to be among expensive ones but certainly worth the money.
- Magic Flight Finishing Grinder – this is a really good wooden grinder with a reasonable price for what you get. Being made of wood it collects sticky material around the edges which makes it harder to clean. This grinder is perfect to use with your Magic Flight LaunchBox as it fits in the trench. You can first grind your herbs with like your normal grinder and then with the Finishing Grinder to get powder-like grind.
- Sharpstone Herb Grinder – Classy looking, this is a good grinder with a pollen catcher and great for saving kief. It comes with sharp teeth, little scraper and the wire mesh is small enough to let the fine powder sift through to the bottom compartment. The grinder is not too expensive and does the job perfectly.
- Cosmic Case – You can choose between two or four piece grinders which also come in different colors. The magnetic lids are tight and made of neodymium earth magnets. Cosmic Case grinders have razor sharp teeth and a Delrin plastic glide ring for easy twisting or turning. With four piece grinders there is a compartment for collecting pollen and pollen screen for collecting kief. These grinders are made of high quality aluminum alloy.
Now that you have read about the best weed grinders available on the market all you have to do is to choose from this large offer of sizes and colors.