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Nice TV easy set up, wish it had more a/v outputs
Pros: great size,price and picture
Cons: not enough a/v outputs
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There aren't many 37" models to choose from, so it's nice that you have a high-quality option in Samsung's UN37EH5000. The EH5000 series is one of the sweet spots in Samsung's 2012 lineup. It offers outstanding picture quality while leaving out features like 3D and Internet connectivity. It has an LED backlight that combines a bright, crisp picture with stingy power usage. It's a looker, too, with an elegantly thin black bezel framing the screen.
This TV has two HDMI inputs for connecting high-definition gear, like a Blu-ray player, and an HD cable or satellite TV box. If you have movies or photos stored on a thumb drive you can plug it into the TV's USB port for quick, easy viewing.
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Nice TV easy set up, wish it had more a/v outputs
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Nice TV easy set up, wish it had more a/v outputs
Pros: great size,price and picture
Cons: not enough a/v outputs
Purchased for a friend's bedroom. Nice size for room, debated whether to get a 40" with Crutchfield Advisor, happy with the recommended 37". Not quite up to my Sony KDL-EX720 TV, but at a much lower price point. She has had the TV for 6 months with no problems. Connected to a Sony BDP-S590 via AudioQuest Pearl HDMI. Picture is great and sound is OK. Also connected Terk FDTV2A indoor omni amplified antenna (suburb of Chicago) via RG6 coax. TV found 39 over air channels, again picture is great and sound is OK. Only negative would be that both HDMI ports are on the side of the unit, I wish one was in the back. Because of the experience with this TV, I purchased the 32" for my daughter. As usual, fine service from Crutchfield!
Pros: Great picture via HDMI and Coax
Cons: Wish at least one of the HDMI ports was on the rear panel. Typical TV sound.
I purchased a 55" Samsung for my living room 6 months ago and decided that I needed to add this unit to my bedroom. It's exceptionally crisp with a terrific 1080p picture. It's viewable from anywhere in the room which is extremely helpful.
Pros: Great picture. Good value as a scratch and dent item. Easy setup. Dealing with a Crutchfield salesperson.
Cons: None yet.
Bought this TV because needed to fit it into a small space. This is an unusual size I was glad to find. It fit into the same space I previously had a 6 year old 32 in HDTV. Great picture and the price is right. Received it in 2 days from Crutchfield.
Pros: Picture, Size
Cons: None
Samsung has delivered an excellent product in this television. Picture quality of this TV is fantastic. It has excellent color and contrast. We are very pleased with this TV so far. It took us a little while to get used to watching TV in hi-def, but now we really enjoy it.
Pros: Picture quality Price Contrast Easy set-up
Cons: None so far
I'm rating this highly because it did just what I wanted. This TV was for the great room at our beach house. This is a very sunny room and our old LCD TV was washed out by all the light. This LED works great in this situation. Also, I wanted a larger TV but the cabinet would not fit an LCD larger than 32". Since this LED TV has a much smaller border around the screen, I was able to fit a 37" into a space that previously would only fit a 32" LCD.
Pros: Bright screen for a sunny room 3HDMIs where most TVs at this price only have two
Cons: The audio output doesn't use standard A/V -- uses a small plug instead, so I must use an adapter to my A/V cables
I wanted to upgrade my 32" Sony to a 37" but I was very limited in space since it was going into a built in cabinet in my home. I did lots of research and found this to be the best option in a quality brand unit. I purchased an Integra Blu-Ray player in order to make room for the TV since my old player was too tall to allow the TV to fit. Trust me I wanted this thing to work. After receiving the TV and making the necessary modifications to my cabinet I finally had my new Samsung 37" installed. I was sure to follow all the necessary setup procedures and did my auto channel programming. When the programming was complete I had 3 channels to choose from two of which were not in English! What the??? I had 27 channels with the Sony! This Samsung model also sounds terrible! I know that flat panel TV sets have a tough time sounding good but this was ridiculous! I called tech support for both Samsung and Crutchfield and verified that there was nothing more I could do. I then took matters into my own hands and purchased a signal amplifier/splitter. That also did not help whatsoever. I called Crutchfield and they were very helpful in sending me a shipping label. I started to do more research and found a model made by Panasonic that would fit and quickly purchases it. What a difference it made! The quality was much better it sounded great and best of all I now had my channels back! The Panasonic also has built in internet capability forHulu, and Amazon Prime etc.
Pros: Crutchfield took it back for me.
Cons: Poor TV recprion, poor audio. It just stinks!
works great
From the time I made the phone call to order until I received my tv and bracket it ws an excellent experience' everybody was so helpful with the profucts I purchased!
|Screen Size
|Screen Design
|Aspect Ratio
|Screen Resolution (pixels)
|1920 x 1080
|Screen Refresh Rate
|60 Hz
|Backlighting Type (for LCD TVs)
|LED (direct-lit)
|Quantum Dot Color (for LCD TVs)
|HDR (High Dynamic Range)
|Internet Movie Streaming
|Bluetooth Audio Streaming
|Voice Remote
|Picture In Picture
|Parts Warranty
|1 Year
|Labor Warranty
|1 Year
|Type of Warranty Service
|Total Video Inputs
|HDMI Inputs
|Component Video Inputs
|Composite Video Inputs
|RF Inputs
|Ethernet Port
|USB Ports
|Optical Digital Audio Output
1 Rear
|Analog Audio Output
1 Rear
|Power Consumption
|Estimated Yearly Electricity Use (EnergyGuide)
|67 kWh
|Estimated Yearly Energy Cost (EnergyGuide)
|Dimensions & Mounting Information
|Width (inches)
|Height with Stand (inches)
|Height without Stand (inches)
|Depth with Stand (inches)
|Depth without Stand (inches)
|Stand Width (inches)
|Weight with Stand
|22.2 lbs
|Weight without Stand
|17.6 lbs
|Wall Mountable
|Wall Bracket Included
|Pedestal Stand
|Assembly required
Video Features
Audio Features
USB Functions
Convenience Features
Remote Control
Mounting Options
Direct-Lit LED Technology: Direct-Lit LED backlight technology bridges the gap between lower-cost CCFL (fluorescent) LCD TVs and newer edge-lit LED-LCD TVs. Samsung's Direct-Lit LED-LCD televisions feature LEDs positioned all the way across the LCD panel's back plane (instead of along the side). Unlike "Full-Array" backlight LED-LCD televisions that also feature LEDs positioned along the LCD panel's back plane, the Direct-Lit LED technology uses fewer LEDs and do not offer local dimming. Since there are fewer LEDs, the LCD panel's back plane must be moved farther away from the screen to provide adequate light coverage across the LCD panel, making the TV much deeper than an edge-lit LED-LCD television. Direct-Lit LED backlight technology offers a better picture and is more energy efficient than previous CCFL (fluorescent) LCD televisions, though it requires a much larger cabinet design than newer edge-lit LED-LCD TVs.
Clear Motion Rate 120: Clear Motion Rate (CMR) is Samsung's more comprehensive and accurate measure for how well the LED-LCD TV can display fast-moving images. Previously, motion clarity was expressed simply by the refresh rate, measured in Hz. CMR, however, takes into account all three factors that contribute to motion clarity: panel refresh rate (60Hz), image processor speed and backlight technology. CMR is measured by determining the thinnest line a TV can display in a moving image. The thinner the line, the higher the CMR rating, and the clearer the picture you'll enjoy on the screen.
LED Motion Plus: This function removes drag from fast scenes with a lot of movement to provide a clear picture.
Motion Lighting: The TV automatically adjusts the brightness of the screen in response to the brightness of the room. In bright light, the screen brightens. In dim light, the screen dims.
Wide Color Enhancer Plus: Wide Color Enhancer Plus allows you to see picture color the way the director originally intended. Witness the entire RGB spectrum brought to life on your screen to bring you exceptionally vibrant, yet natural-looking images faithful to the director's original intent.
3,500,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio: The LED-LCD TV delivers a Dynamic Contrast Ratio of 3,500,000:1; which provides stunning colors and deep black, so your picture's details don't get lost in the shadows.
HDTV Tuner: The TV has built-in over-the-air HDTV (ATSC) and Digital Cable (QAM) tuners, so you don't need a separate set-top box to receive and decode over-the-air HDTV/SDTV or unencrypted Digital Cable signals.
1080p Resolution: The LED-LCD television displays all inputs at a resolution of 1080p (1920 x 1080). The television's HDMI and component video inputs will accept 1080p (24/60Hz), 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i video signals.
Screen Sizes: You can choose one of the following screen sizes.
Note: Screen Size settings can be stored for each external device you have connected to an input of the TV.
Picture Control: You can make the following adjustments for an optimum picture.
Note: You can adjust and store Picture Settings for each external device connected to the TV.
HDMI Black Level: You can select the black level on the screen to adjust the screen depth when you have a component connected via HDMI to the television. You can select either Normal or Low.
Noise Filtration: The Samsung TV provides digital noise and MPEG noise filtration.
Film Mode: The TV can be set to automatically sense and process film signals from all sources and adjust the picture from optimum quality. Film mode is supported in TV, AV, Component (480i/1080i), and HDMI (480i/1080i).
Game Mode: When connecting the television to a game console, you can enjoy a more realistic gaming experience when selecting Game Mode.
SRS TruSurround HD: SRS TruSurround HD is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers. TruSurround delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through any two-speaker playback system, including the internal television speakers. It is fully compatible with all multichannel formats.
Sound Modes: You can choose from the following Preset Sound Modes:
Equalizer: You can manually adjusts the TV's built-in 5-band EQ (100 Hz, 300 Hz, 1 kHz, 3 kHz, and 10 kHz) for a more customized sound.
Auto Volume: Auto Volume automatically adjusts the volume of the desired channel, lowering the sound output when the modulation signal is high or raising the sound output when the modulation signal is low. This reduces the difference in volume when changing channels. The Auto Volume feature can be set to Normal, Night or Off.
Audio Delay: The Audio Delay function corrects audio/video mismatch, when watching TV or video, and listening to a digital audio output using an external device such as an AV receiver. You can adjust the audio delay from 0ms to 250 ms.
Audio Outputs: The Samsung LED-LCD television provides an analog and digital audio output.
ConnectShare: ConnectShare enables you to view photo and movie files, as well as listen to audio files saved on a USB Mass Storage Class device (MTP: Media Transfer Protocol is not supported) using the television's USB (type-A) port. Files must be formatted in FAT16/32 or NTFS. The TV can recognize up to 1,000 files in each folder.
Firmware/Software Updates: Firmware/software upgrades can be performed by downloading the latest firmware/software updates from Samsung's Support Site to a USB thumbdrive.
5-Way Joy Stick: The television is equipped with a 5-way "joy stick" like button on the bottom right side of the TV that lets you control the TV without the remote control.
Input Source Names: You can assign a pre-programmed name to each of the inputs. When input naming is completed, you will no longer have to remember which component is connected to each input when selecting a source to watch. Source names include VCR, DVD, Cable STB, Satellite STB, PVR STB, AV Receiver, Game, Camcorder, PC, TV, DVI PC, DVI Device, IPTV, Blu-Ray, HD-DVD, and Digital Media Adapter.
Close Captions (CC): The Samsung LED-LCD TV provides Analog Closed Captions and Digital Closed Captions. The Digital CC offers customizable text, font, and size.
Note: The Closed Captions feature does work in Component, HDMI, or PC modes.
Program Rating Lock: The Program Rating Lock feature automatically locks out programs that are deemed inappropriate for children. You can block TV program based on their ratings and Movies based on their MPAA rating, so you have more control over what your children watch. The Program Rating Lock function is protected by a 4-digit PIN.
ENERGY STAR Compliant with ECO Settings: The Samsung LED-LCD TV is ENERGY STAR compliant and provides ECO settings to reduce the TV's power consumption and cut-down on energy costs.
On/Off Timer: The three On/Off timers allow you to program the television to turn itself on and off by selecting a specific on time and a specific off time. An On/off timer can be set to repeat only once, everyday, Mon-Fri, Mon-Sat, or Sat-Sun. You can also choose the On Timer's content (TV, USB, or Antenna) and volume. The on and off timers work independently of one another.
Sleep Timer: The sleep timer switches the television off after a specified amount of time. The sleep timer can be set to 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, or 180 minutes.
Auto Protection Time: If the screen remains idle with a still image for a certain period of time (2, 4, 8, 10 hours) defined by the user, the TV's built-in screen saver is activated to prevent the formation of host images on the screen.
Wireless Remote: The supplied remote control is designed to only operate the Samsung LED-LCD television only. You can use the remote control up to a distance of about 23' from TV with a direct line of sight. The remote's buttons are backlit and will light up with a press of a button.
Note: This remote control has Braille points on the Power, Channel, and Volume buttons for the visually impaired.
Pedestal Stand: The TV is shipped with the pedestal stand unattached. The pedestal stand attaches to the television using the supplied hardware. The television weighs 22.2 lbs with the stand.
Wall Mounting: The TV has four threaded inserts on the back for use with an optional wall-mount bracket. The spacing of the mounting holes is VESA 200 (200mm horizontal x 200mm vertical) in accordance with the industry standards set by the Video Electronics Standards Association. The threaded inserts require M6 (6mm) machine screws (not supplied). The television weighs 17.6 lbs without the stand.
Note: When mounting the TV on the stand or a wall (with optional bracket) leave 4" of clearance on each side of the television and 4" above/below the television for adequate ventilation.
Detachable AC Power Cord: The Samsung LED-LCD TV comes with a 5' detachable AC power cord. The power cord sits 0.625" from the back of the television. The power cord is fitted with a right-angle AC plug that sits 0.75" from the wall.
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The following criteria are established for the Oscar M. Corbell Memorial Scholarship:
The applicant shall be a resident of Fayette County, Marion County, or Clinton County, Illinois and must enroll as a full-time student at Kaskaskia College for the fall semester following acceptance of the award
The applicant shall be a graduate or impending graduate of Centralia High School, Centralia, Illinois, or of the Vandalia Community Unit District #203 High School to be given priority
In light of Oscar M. Corbell's lifelong devotion to education, the applicant shall evidence in manner satisfactory to the Foundation with an intent to pursue an education-related major, although such preference shall not be controlling if other factors of eligibility shall be deemed more compelling for the award of the scholarship
The applicant's educational transcript shall evidence a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale
The applicant should evidence a reasonable degree of interest and activity in service in school, community or church
The applicant's comparative financial need with other applicants shall be a factor of consideration
Two scholarships will be awarded for $500 each and will be credited to the account of each recipient. Past recipients of the Oscar M. Corbell Scholarship will have priority for application and continuance of the scholarship. If a freshman recipient declines the scholarship, the scholarship selection committee will make the award to a new student
No relative of Oscar M. Corbell within the third degree of relationship shall be eligible as a scholarship recipient
The following criteria are established for the Oscar M. Corbell Memorial Scholarship:

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On March 1st, weight yourself and write it down. DO NOT send it to me. On March 30, weigh yourself again and PM me your loss. This is weight lost not precentage lost. I will announce the winner on April 3rd.
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Quartet of hurlers working way back to mound
By Tom Singer / MLB.com
SARASOTA, Fla. -- As encouraging as the Pirates' spring pitching has been -- their allowance of 5.2 runs per exhibition is among the Grapefruit League's lowest -- club officials are also enthused by four arms on the back burner.
Jeff Karstens is not as far back as the other three, as he completes rehabbing from biceps tendinitis. He is due to throw a bullpen session on Monday, after which pitching coach Ray Searage will look for a spot for his preseason debut.
Charlie Morton is set to throw 20 pitches of batting practice on Monday, the first time he will have faced hitters since May 29, when he was shut down and given a June 10 appointment for Tommy John surgery.
Left-hander Francisco Liriano (fractured right arm) also continues to make gradual progress in his limited throwing program.
Then there is Jose Contreras, who is squirreled away for midseason bullpen help and is another Tommy John surgery patient whose recovery is actually ahead of Morton's.
"This will be good for Charlie," Pittsburgh GM Neal Huntington said of the righty's upcoming BP session. "He's anxious to compete with someone beyond himself.
"Liriano is about where we expected him to be. With that big heavy cast he had on for a long time, there was more atrophy in the right arm than we anticipated, but he remains on schedule, and is champing at the bit to begin competing."
Despite the fact Karstens will miss about three weeks of exhibition play, Huntington still considers him "on track" to be a part of the season-opening rotation.
Stiff competition for three vacant bullpen spots
SARASOTA, Fla. -- Most Major League clubs began this Spring Training with the Classic concern that it would be too long.
For Pirates manager Clint Hurdle, it may not be long enough. He may need more time for some relievers to pitch themselves out of contention for the three vacant seats in the bullpen.
There was no give on Sunday, either here against the Orioles or in Fort Myers against the Twins. Ten relievers combined to pitch 12 innings in the two wins, allowing five hits and one earned run -- and striking out 14.
Four bullpen spots belong to closer Jason Grilli, Jared Hughes, lefty Tony Watson and Mark Melancon, who pitched a perfect inning in the 5-2 win over the Orioles and has allowed one run in five appearances.
Melancon wasn't alone in padding his resume:
• Ryan Reid, a 27-year-old non-roster righty, earned the save against the O's by striking out the side and has given up one hit in four outings.
• Hunter Strickland struck out two in an inning that stretched his scoreless spring to four appearances.
• Justin Wilson also pitched a scoreless inning to lower his ERA to 1.29 in seven innings.
• Mike Zagurski picked up two more strikeouts in a shutout inning against Minnesota and has fanned seven of the last eight men he faced.
Those last two are left-handers, vying with Kris Johnson for one of the open spots the Bucs would like for a southpaw to occupy.
"That would be the ideal," said Pirates general manager Neal Huntington, who said other teams have not called about the Bucs' apparent surplus of arms -- yet.
"Teams are still at the stage where they are trying to get a read on what they have," Huntington said. "Of course, you want to have a surplus, guys who can step in in case of injury or sub-performances."
Worth noting
• Hurdle and his coaches, with some front office input, will brainstorm following Monday's game against the Orioles in McKechnie Field about the initial camp cuts. The reassignments will not be announced, however, earlier than Wednesday -- the day Minor League exhibition games begin.
• Brandon Inge had a frustrating debut on the field against the Twins. He played third base, without handling a single chance in his five innings, and went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts.
"The question is Inge's bat. Can he do enough to help out offensively?" said Huntington, who is satisfied with the veteran's ability to handle the glove at numerous positions.
• Jose Tabata took the team lead by driving in his sixth run in the win over the Orioles. Spring Training or not, a significant step given that his lack of run production (a total of 72 RBIs in 1,072 Major League at-bats) has been a big concern.
Last word
"I called him a big chicken, because he threw a 3-and-0 slider to Adrian Gonzalez. Three-and-oh and you do that? Come on!" -- Gerrit Cole, on what he told Pirates teammate -- and Team Canada pitcher -- Chris Leroux following his triumphant start Saturday against Mexico in the World Baseball Classic
Tom Singer is a reporter for MLB.com and writes an MLBlog Change for a Nickel. He can also be found on Twitter @Tom_Singer. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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The top I started yesterday is completed. I had to use a navy blue solid for the narrow border and had to do some real creative piecing to have enough of the sea foam color for the final border, but I made it! I am going to make another of these and put the things I learned to work. Should be even quicker.
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"As long as there are human rights to be defended; as long as there are great interests to be guarded; as long as the welfare of nations is a matter for discussion, so long will public speaking have its place."
"Blessings on the hand of women!
Angels guard its strength and grace,
In the palace, cottage, hovel,
Oh, no matter where the place. . . ."
"Therefore, to be possessed with double pomp,
To guard a title that was rich before,
To gild refined gold, to paint the lily,
To throw a perfume on the violet,
To smooth the ice, or add another hue
Unto the rainbow, or with taper light
To seek the beauteous eye of heaven to garnish,
Is wasteful and ridiculous excess."
"There's something very sexy about being submissive. Because your guard is down, you have to totally surrender to something like that."
"Therefore be on your guard against the Jews, knowing that wherever they have their synagogues, nothing is found but a den of devils in which sheer self-glory, conceit, lies, blasphemy, and defaming of God and men are practiced most maliciously and ve"
"More than 3 million square miles of territory to protect, 10 thousand miles of border to guard and a fence to build 10, 11 or 12 miles high. It is better to have less thunder in the mouth and more lightning in the hand."
"Guard against the prestige of great names; see that your judgments are your own; and do not shrink from disagreement; no trusting without testing"
"And be on they guard against the good and the just! They would fain crucify those who devise their own virtue - they hate the lonesome ones"


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By Hayden Wright
Since Prince died in April, there have been tributes from many of his former protégés, from Sheila E. to Carmen Electra. One familiar face missing from the tableau has been Apollonia Kotero, co-star and love interest in the iconic Purple Rain. That void was filled when Apollonia made an appearance at an Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences screening of the film Monday night (Aug. 29), and described her 1983 audition process for the role, reports Billboard.
Related: Remembering Prince's Unforgettable Protégés
"I walked in and they asked me to take my shoes off. I thought wow, they're into feet," she joked. "Later I learned they were flying me to Minneapolis to meet Prince, who takes me out for a ride in a purple limo. He was very reserved and shy. I'm like Chatty Cathy."
Ultimately, Apollonia got the part and shared a fruitful creative (and personal) partnership with Prince in the mid-1980s. The performer's answering machine even played a role in delivering "When Doves Cry" to the masses.
"Prince called me and sang several pieces of ['When Doves Cry'] into my answering machine and said not to erase it," she said. "When he came to my apartment, he headed straight to my machine. I still have that tape."


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EFJ, Inc.'s EFJohnson Subsidiary Receives $600K Order for Encryption Key Management System
Irving, TX – August 30, 2007 – EFJ, Inc. (NASDAQ: EFJI) announced today that its EFJohnson subsidiary has received an order from the US Department of Defense (DOD). The order, valued at $600,000, calls for EFJohnson to provide the DOD with its Conventional Project 25 compliant Over the Air Re-Keying (OTAR) system.
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Friedrich Henle in 1841 was the first to recognize "ductless glands," glands that secrete their products into the bloodstream and not into specialized ducts. In 1855 Claude Bernard distinguished the products of these ductless glands from other glandular products by the term "internal secretions," the first suggestion of what was to become the modern hormone concept.
The first endocrine therapy was attempted in 1889 by Charles Brown-Séquard, who used extracts from animal testes to treat male aging; this prompted a vogue in "organotherapies" that soon faded but that led to adrenal and thyroid extracts that were the forerunners of modern cortisone and thyroid hormones. The first hormone to be purified was secretin, which is produced by the small intestine to trigger the release of pancreatic juices; it was discovered in 1902 by Ernest Starling and William Bayliss. Starling applied the term "hormone" to such chemicals in 1905, proposing a chemical regulation of physiological processes operating in conjunction with nervous regulation; this essentially was the beginning of the field of endocrinology.
The early years of this the 20th century saw the purification of a number of other hormones, often leading to new therapies for patients affected by hormonal disorders. In 1914 Edward Kendall isolated thyroxine from thyroid extracts; in 1921 Frederick Banting and Charles Best discovered insulin in pancreatic extracts, immediately transforming the treatment of diabetes; and in 1929 Edward Doisy isolated an estrus-producing hormone in from the urine of pregnant females.
The availability of nuclear technology after World War II also led to new treatments for endocrine disorders, notably the use of radioactive iodine to treat hyperthyroidism, greatly reducing the need for thyroid surgery. Combining radioactive isotopes with antibodies against hormones, Rosalyn Yalow and S.A. Berson in 1960 discovered the basis for radioimmunoassays, which enable endocrinologists to determine with great sensitivity precision minute amounts of hormone, permitting the early diagnosis and treatment of endocrine disorders. These assays have become increasingly important in the late 20th century.


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First, Kevin Mitchell told his golfing buddy off. Then Mitchell, a former National League MVP, started punching him.
That's according to testimony Wednesday from the friend, Leonard Lerma, in a Chula Vista court room. Mitchell faces battery charges.
"I want to show you who I am, motherf--ker," Mitchell said, according to Lerma's testimony. "I'm an old school gangster."
Then, on the 13th hole of the Bonita Golf Club, he started throwing punches, Lerma said.
Mitchell won the National League MVP while playing for the Giants in 1989. He also played for the Mets, Padres, Mariners, Reds, Red Sox, Indians and A's.
During a preliminary hearing Wednesday, Leonard Lerma testified that Mitchell confronted him on July 21 over a disagreement.
He told the court Mitchell mentioned he had a gun in his golf bag and wasn't afraid to use it.
Lerma also described a fight in which Mitchell slapped him on the cheek, punched him on the cheek and punched him in the forehead.
According to Lerma, a disagreement started a week before Mitchell's arrest, when the two men were sitting with other golfers on an outdoor patio at the Bonita course.
Lerma and Mitchell had taken lessons from the same golfing instructor when later that day, Lerma complained to another man how the golf lesson resulted in his poor play.
Mitchell overheard the discussion and asked why Lerma was badmouthing the instructor. Lerma testified that the two men argued but the argument didn't escalate that day.
A week later, Lerma was golfing on the 13th hole when he saw Mitchell drive his golf cart toward him with a very firm look on his face, he said. According to Lerma's testimony, Mitchell said, "If you want to know anything about me, ask me to my face and I'll tell you anything you want to know."
Then the former major leaguer got out of his golf cart and said, "I want to show you who I am motherf--ker. I'm an old school gangster," Lerma testified.
A witness to the fight testified that he didn't see the victim swing or punch Mitchell, but when questioned by the defense attorney, the witness agreed that he didn't see the entire incident.
It wasn't until another golfer intervened that Lerma said he was able to get away and call 911.
The defense attorney asked if Lerma had heard rumors around the golf course that claimed Lerma could have Mitchell "done in." The victim testified that he would never say something like that.
The judge ruled that there was enough evidence that Mitchell threw punches causing a concussion and ordered the case to trial.
Through his attorney, Mitchell pleaded not guilty. The trial was scheduled for Nov. 3. Mitchell will remain free on bond.
Mitchell's defense attorney also brought up a civil lawsuit filed by Lerma asking for more than $750,000 in damages.
Mitchell, a San Diego native, has had more than one run-in with the law. In 1999, he was arrested by San Diego police after a fight at his grandmother's Southcrest home. Mitchell was charged with felony battery after police said the baseball player struck his father in the head, cutting him.
If convicted, Mitchell could face up to a year in jail and a $1,000 fine.


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Since the install of ZA Antivirus I will occasionally lose my network connection after the screensaver has been running and will have to us the XP network repair wizard to re-connect. I have also started having problems losing the focus in the logon prompt on the XP logon screen. The only way to get it back is to reboot the system. Are these known issues, and are there any ideas on how to deal with these?
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Solano scratched due to stiff lower back
By Joe Frisaro / MLB.com
JUPITER, Fla. -- With little fuss, Donovan Solano has quietly been one of the Marlins' most productive players in Spring Training. That's why when he isn't on the field, it raises big questions in camp.
On Wednesday morning, Solano was noticeably absent in batting practice.
Why? Solano was scratched from the lineup due to a stiff lower back. The steady second baseman tweaked something while working out in the weight room in the morning.
"We'll see how I feel tomorrow," the 25-year-old said.
Solano became a regular in the second half last year, and he's continued to impress since camp opened. In 15 Grapefruit League games, the Colombia native is batting .409 (18-for-44).
Initially, Solano was penciled in to bat fifth against the Nationals on Wednesday at Roger Dean Stadium. He was replaced by Chris Valaika.
"Give him a day and see how he feels," manager Mike Redmond said. "I just hope it's a one-day thing."
As of Wednesday morning, it wasn't determined if Solano would have an MRI. The Marlins are off on Thursday and they have a night game against the Mets on Friday.
With Solano out, Nick Green and Valaika are options at second base.
"We've talked about the depth," Redmond said. "We need to keep all of these guys healthy. Hopefully, it's just a temporary thing."
Turner continues battle for spot on Marlins' staff
JUPITER, Fla. -- More than one spot is open in the Marlins' rotation. The organization is using the final days of Spring Training to decide on the final two spots.
Jacob Turner, who entered camp as a favorite for one of the five spots, is competing for a spot. He's in the mix with Wade LeBlanc, Kevin Slowey and John Maine.
Two of the four are expected to fill the fourth and fifth slots. Slowey and Maine are non-roster invitees.
Turner, 21, has had an up-and-down Spring Training.
"It's still up in the air," manager Mike Redmond said. "He's still fighting for the fifth spot."
Turner has made three Grapefruit League starts, and he's 0-2 with a 10.80 ERA (10 runs in 8 1/3 innings). On Tuesday, the right-hander gave up four runs in five innings to the Cardinals. There was encouragement by his first three innings, which were scoreless.
The Marlins acquired Turner from the Tigers last July as part of the Omar Infante/Anibal Sanchez trade. The right-hander showed promise in 10 big league starts in 2012. In September, he posted a 2.63 ERA, and in his final start of the season, he gave up one run in 7 2/3 innings in a no-decision against the Mets.
Turner's next start is Sunday against the Astros in Kissimmee.
"We've got to make sure he's ready and prepared to do the things it takes to make him successful in the big leagues," Redmond said.
Hechavarria adapting to new environment
JUPITER, Fla. -- In assessing Adeiny Hechavarria, the Marlins are looking at the big picture instead of strictly Spring Training numbers.
Hechavarria is making the adjustment to a new team and a new league. The smooth-fielding 23-year-old shortstop entered Wednesday afternoon batting .175 (7-for-40) in 15 Grapefruit League games.
No one questions Hechavarria's ability to field. It's his hitting that has raised the most questions. In 2012, he appeared in 41 games for the Blue Jays, batting .254 with two home runs and 15 RBIs.
"Everybody looks at the batting average or whatever," manager Mike Redmond said. "I look at the quality of the at-bats. He's put together some good at-bats and has some hard-hit balls. Obviously, you come into a new situation, and it's a little bit of trying to impress everybody. And he has with his glove."
Hechavarria was acquired by the Marlins as part of the blockbuster 12-player trade with the Blue Jays in November. He is filling the shortstop spot vacated by Jose Reyes, included in the deal.
"We all feel like he's going to hit," Redmond said. "We're excited about him and what he brings to the ballclub."
Born in Cuba, Hechavarria is a gifted talent who turns 24 on April 15. The general feeling is he will develop into a standout big leaguer. He's drawn comparisons to Edgar Renteria.
As he is making the transition to the Marlins and the National League, Hechavarria will be closely monitored.
"New league, young guy, we'll keep an eye on him," Redmond said. "He brings so much to this team defensively. It's going to be fun to watch him play every day."
In time, Hechavarria's offense is expected to match his defense.
"I see the way he plays, he brings some energy to our lineup," Redmond said. "I know that he's excited about the opportunity he has to be an everyday player in the big leagues.
"I'm excited for when the lights come on, to see what he can do, when the games really count and the pressure is on. That's what I'm excited about."
Marlins release utility infielder Figgins
JUPITER, Fla. -- On a youthful Marlins' squad, Chone Figgins was viewed as a candidate to bring the team a veteran presence.
The 35-year-old super utility player is widely respected for his work ethic and ability to play pretty much any position on the field.
But at a time when the team is making tough decisions, Figgins had his hopes of becoming a Marlin end on Wednesday afternoon.
After the Marlins' 7-5 loss to the Nationals on Wednesday, the team released Figgins, reducing its number of players in camp to 42.
Figgins signed as a non-roster invitee on Feb. 8. A switch-hitter, Figgins has been competing for a backup spot.
In Grapefruit League play, Figgins batted .308 (8-for-26).
Releasing Figgins enhances Nick Green's chances of making the team as the primary middle infielder. Green also is a non-roster invitee. The fact that Green plays a solid defensive shortstop is working to his advantage.
Other middle infield candidates are Chris Valaika and Matt Downs, both non-roster invitees.
Figgins broke in with the Angels in 2002, and he's a .277 career hitter.
In 2007, he batted .330.
Figgins was with the Mariners from 2010-12, and he's struggled the past two years, batting .181 in 166 at-bats a year ago.
Worth noting
• On Wednesday morning, right-hander Doug Mathis, right-hander Mitch Talbot, infielder Ed Lucas and catcher J.T. Realmuto were reassigned to Minor League camp.
• To get extra at-bats, Justin Ruggiano on Wednesday played seven innings in center field and had seven at-bats in a Minor League game. Ruggiano missed most of Spring Training with a back strain, and he is playing catch-up to get ready for the season. Austin Kearns and Casey Kotchman also played in the Minor League game, only to get at-bats.
Joe Frisaro is a reporter for MLB.com. He writes a blog, called The Fish Pond. Follow him on Twitter @JoeFrisaro. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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By Steve Keane at 21 September, 2012, 10:15 am
How much ranting and raving can I do? I left a good amount of anger on Twitter last night as the NY Mets added another chapter in this embarrassing season.
When asked if his team has quit, Terry Collins refused to let his inner thoughts public. After a pause, he told Kevin Burkhardt to go ask the players that question. Of course that statement alone says that Collins believes there are some on the team that have thrown in the towel. He even mentioned something about conduct in the dugout and then held up Juan Pierre as the guy who should be the Mets players role model as a guy "who plays the game the right way".
The 2012 NY Mets do not play the game the right way, they are not a motivated bunch who maybe in their hearts want to win but their actions on the field say they don't or maybe a better way of saying it is, they can't. You could be the biggest rah-rah, run through a brick wall player but if you lack major league talent all the hustle and heart doesn't mean a damn thing and this Mets team suffers from a serious deficiency in talent.
I don't know how Terry Collins and this coaching staff escape this disaster without termination or re-assignment. I'm starting to think my prediction of Collins getting re-assigned to a job in the front office in the minor league or scouting department will come to fruition. Collins has tried to protect his players and in my opinion to a fault, where I start to question his credibility. I'm a Terry Collins fan and I feel any organization that has him in their baseball ops is a plus but he just could not get this team to play motivated or fundamental baseball. It's a shame but there really is no way to justify brining Collins and this staff back in 2013.
Same for David Wright, it's time for the Mets and Wright to go their separate ways. It's not Wright's fault he has gone above and beyond what any player in the history of the Mets has done for this organization. He is a gentleman and a fine baseball player but the best thing for him career wise and the Mets organizational wise is to move on. Sure the fangirls will weep and the lunatic fringe will go ape shit stupid but it makes baseball and business sense to trade Wright and allow him to pursue that World Series ring he craves. It won't happen here in NY. I would have no problem with Wright getting dealt to our arch rivals Braves or Phillies but would rather see him go to either the Dodgers, Angels or Blue Jays because this organization is so devoid of immediate talent that you have to have to throw emotion out the window and make the best deal possible with the highest percentage of return. Sandy Alderson and his front office have a huge job in front of them this winter to not just make the 2013 Mets competitive but he has to fortify the upper levels of the minor league system so injuries or ineffective play is not a death knell as it was this season.
In a perfect world the Wilpon's would sell the team and live happily ever after in a beach cabana at Del Boca Vista Phase II but the sad part of their reign as owners, they have made myself and the majority of Mets fans root for them to fail financially. As much as I detest their stewardship of the team I love, I hate that they put me in a position where I want them to go broke to force a sale of the team. Since Nelson Doubleday was bought out of his share of the club, the Wilpon/Sterling Equities leadership has been an unmitigated disaster. If the Mets were a publicly held company, the shareholders would have run Fred, Jeff and Saul out of town on a rail. Bottom line, if Fred Wilpon really loves the Mets, he'd sell them to an ownership group that has the capital and vision to make the Mets the first class organization this fan base deserves.
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[Only registered and activated users can see links. ]Extend kudos for Isiah's relentless pursuit of mediocrity? Nooo!
March 13, 2007
By Larry Dobrow
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Like many Knicks fans, upon hearing that coach/GM/smiley guy Isiah Thomas was inked to a contract extension, my first impulse was to retreat into a fetal position in the bathtub and cry.
My second was to call a well-run, long-suffering franchise like the Raptors and ask what kind of incentives (a Toast-R-Oven?) it's offering to would-be bandwagon fans.
My third was to crank up the local sports radio station and bask in the aural spectacle of outer-borough imbeciles spewing venom while proposing Kevin Garnett-for-Jamal Crawford, Channing Frye and Jerome James swaps.
Oddly, the venom never materialized.
In fact, now that the Knicks have come within yodeling distance of respectability for the first time in two years, there seems to be some pro-Isiah sentiment wafting to and fro. As recently as three months ago, this seemed as likely a scenario as an aardvark mastering conversational German, or a Cablevision-owned team winning a playoff game.
The case for Isiah? His players, most notably Eddy Curry and Stephon Marbury, play harder for him than they have for anybody else. The team looks like a lock for a 15-game improvement over last year's hardwood halftards.
Wearing his GM propeller beanie, Isiah has assembled a young core (Curry, Crawford and David Lee) that should ensure some minimal level of competitiveness for the next few seasons. Madison Square Garden (motto: "ATMs by every concession stand!") is hopping again, occasionally even on the nights when the Knicks are playing.
The Kool-Aid sure goes down easy enough, don't it? Listen long enough and you can almost lull yourself into believing that .500 is a gift, and Isiah is our bountiful Santa.
Screw that. The contract extension reeks, as does its recipient. It shows, in fact, an almost willful disregard for the intelligence of the franchise's fans.
Yes, his core guys are trying harder than they did under Larry Brown. But without actually changing into nightgowns and treating themselves to a midcourt siesta, could they try any less?
Besides, it's not like this supposed sea change in effort has been consistent. Wins over the Bulls (in December) and Lakers (in both January and February, the first without Kobe in the lineup) were followed the next night by express-mail-it-in jobs against the Sixers, Bobcats and Warriors. One step forward, one step back -- call it the mediocrity foxtrot.
The Curry deal looks like a savvy one, especially now that the Knicks don't figure to finish in the league's bottom 12 teams (which would make the 2007 first-round-pick swap still owed the Bulls a tougher pill to swallow).
He boasts what the less bookish among us might call "mad hopz" in the paint, along with a slate of low-post moves that make him a must for double-team treatment. At the same time, however well this move has worked out, Isiah left the franchise massively exposed by failing to lottery-protect the pick.
Then there's the litany of failed moves that, somehow, seem to have been swept under the rug during the breathless pursuit of an eight seed...
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Great article. The less intelligent fans have mistaken mediocrity for success, and that's exactly what Dolan's/Isiah's plan is.
The big problem I see with Thomas is the bar is always set so low. As a result, of course he looks good.
First, he inherited of Layden's roster, he used that excuse for 2 years. Now it's the Brown excuse, he only has to win more than 23 games to look good.


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Slate's Brian Palmer put up a piece about four letter words--your potty mouth, people.
Does God care about certain words? Does he care about some and not others?
Here's a bit from it:
"The Old Testament and other religious texts prohibit taking the Lord's name in vain, but do the gods have a problem with words like s--- and f---?
Some gods do. The Quran doesn't directly address vulgar language, but the Prophet Mohammed made his opposition to it clear in theHadith—statements attributed to the prophet with varying degrees of reliability. According to one of Mohammed's contemporaries, he once said that "Allah does not like obscene words or deeds," while another acquaintance reportedly observed that "the prophet was not one who would abuse (others) or say obscene words." These anti-obscenity provisions appear regularly in the Hadith, making Islam the sole Abrahamic religion with a clear prohibition in its sacred texts on obscene language."
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Capped Hock Injury
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I have a three-year-old Thoroughbred filly who was shipped from Texas. When she arrived, she had a swelling on her hock that was called a capped hock. What exactly is a capped hock and how should I deal with it? Will it affect her ability to race successfully?
To understand fully what a capped hock is, it is helpful to know something about anatomy. The horse's body, like a human's body, is filled with sacs knows as bursae. These sacs are filled with synovial fluid and are found at points where there are bony protrusions like the hock, or the human elbow. There also is one that lies deeper within the shoulder. These bursae are located at these points to help facilitate the movement of the tendon over that particular angulation. They are, in short, cushioning devices.
A capped hock is merely a distention and inflammation of the bursa that lies at the point of the hock. This is a common injury in all horses, not just Thoroughbreds. It is not anything that develops on its own, but rather is caused by some kind of injury to that particular area.
You say you noticed the swelling after the filly was shipped from Texas. Since a capped hock is usually caused by a trauma to that area, she might have banged her hock during the trip, resulting in what you later saw. Some horses are notorious stall kickers, and it is not unusual to find this injury where this vice exists. As a result of the blow, the bursa becomes "boggy." You can feel it and move it all around. The soft tissue there has swollen and has filled with fluid. This is known as an edema.
Unfortunately, once an area like this has filled with fluid, it is very difficult to get rid of permanently. However, the good news is that, depending on the severity of the blow that caused the initial injury or whether your horse has a tendency to repeat the behaviors that would cause such an injury, a capped hock is usually nothing more than a cosmetic injury. It's 100% a blemish. Although it might not look good, if the trauma were not a severe one, there should be no permanent effect on her performance.
Your filly may immediately subsequent to the injury exhibit some degree of lameness. This condition usually is temporary since a capped hock is not really a lameness problem. However, if other soft tissue structures have been damaged, then there is a likelihood that lameness will occur and treatment should be provided accordingly. Contact your veterinarian and allow him or her to assess the situation and advise you how to deal with the problem effectively.
For mild cases of capped hock where there is some pain, some heat on palpation, and swelling, treatment is geared toward reducing these symptoms. If the injury occurs only once and is mild in nature, the results are reasonably good. First you want to get the heat out. Therefore, the treatment consists of the application of ice, the use of cold hydrotherapy, and the administration of anti-inflammatory medication. These are all short term treatments. There are no long term treatments for this kind of injury.
Since most of the injuries of this nature occur in places that are difficult to bandage, the use of a bandage as a treatment has been arguable. However, the development of new types of bandages like the elasticized support bandage, which provides pressure to the area, might be in order. Again, you need to consult your veterinarian to make sure that bandaging is called for and that the bandage will not do more damage to other support structures in the hock region.
For more severe cases of capped hock, it might be necessary to be more aggressive in the treatment. The swelling might require draining. If there is an open wound and severe inflammation in the bursa and an infection sets in, then the treatment might require the use of antibiotics.
You also might administer corticosteroids. However, there is a danger of complications with the use of these kinds of drugs. Corticosteroids are potent anti-inflammatories and can, therefore, suppress the body's normal response to infection.
Because of the location of the injury (there are many important structures located in this area), the kind of treatment your filly receives is very important. Call your veterinarian and have the injury checked out. If it is a mild case and there is no open wound of any kind, your practitioner probably will recommend hydrotherapy and the administration of a topical inflammatory like DMSO, a systemic inflammatory like phenylbutazone, or merely the use of your poultice of choice.
About the Author
Rhonda Rathgeber, DVM, PhD
Rhonda Rathgeber, DVM, is a partner with Hagyard Equine Medical Institute in Lexington, Ky. She also has a PhD in equine anatomy and locomotion from Washington State University.
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text: backPartnership fosters career opportunities for interns8.03.2012Thanks to an innovative partnership between Illinois College and the Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE), 25 students are completing internships that will provide valuable on-the-job experience each can apply toward future careers.The IBHE recently awarded a $21,830 Cooperative Work Study Grant to Illinois College, a sum that was matched by the college and the contributions of nine employers to provide 25 paid internships during 2012-13. Most of the internships are taking place this summer. "Internships encourage students to think critically, solve problems through teamwork, conduct independent research, develop an understanding of workplace dynamics, and prepare for fulfilling lives of leadership and service," Illinois College President Axel D. Steuer explained. The Illinois College Explorers and their internship locations include: Jessica Dunkirk (Edinburg), and Alishia Jacks (Madison), at Heritage Health in Jacksonville.Melanie Goff (Plainfield), Leslie Beatty (Springfield), Khaleelah Johnson (Chicago), Samuel Porter (Brighton), Heather Sievers (Golden Eagle) and Lacey Wilson (Algonquin), all at the Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site.Kathleen Love (Virden), at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library.Anna Booher (Springfield), at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum.Ryan Blesse (Jacksonville), Allison Brown (Lexington), Dani Hillis (Poplar Grove), Kayla Kolis (Springfield) and Carmen Kremitzki (Springfield), all at the Illinois State Museum. Lynette Bauer (Melvin), Alexis Palumbo (Collinsville), and Melissa Trone (Jacksonville), all at the Jacksonville Developmental Center.Trevor Warner (Gays), at Woodland Farm/Morgan County Underground Railroad Committee.Michael Elliott (Wapella), Whitney Hedden (Galesburg), Devin Vaughn (Jacksonville), and Corey Wilson (Auburn), at H.D. Smith.Michael Gilbreth (Godfrey), at Nestlé USA.Clay Nordsiek (Arenzville), at Rammelkamp Bradney, P.C. "The application process for IC Explorers internships is highly competitive because students understand how important the internship can be to their future," said Susie Drake, director of career services. "The internships provide a network of local contacts within the students' chosen field that can enhance employment options after graduation. Some IC Explorers enter full-time employment with their internship sponsors as soon as they graduate." In addition to being paid for their internships, IC Explorers can qualify for free summer living accommodations and they receive free academic credits toward graduation. About Illinois CollegeFounded in 1829, Illinois College is a residential liberal arts college fostering academic excellence rooted in opportunities for experiential learning while preparing students for lifelong success. The college is located in Jacksonville, Ill. With an enrollment of about 1,000 students, the college offers over 50 undergraduate programs and a Master of Arts in Education degree program. In 1932 the society of Phi Beta Kappa established a chapter at Illinois College, and it remains one of only 11 in the state.Illinois College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.Visit www.ic.edu or call 217-245-3467 for more information.Media Contact InformationOffice of Marketing and CommunicationsAmy RourkeWriter and Public Relations Manager217.245.3419back


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Argentinian Rugby
Pumas approaching Four Nations crossroads
Hugh Godwin
October 11, 2011
Flanker Juan Manuel Leguizamon, seen here on the charge against New Zealand, is one of a number of players facing an uncertain domestic future © Getty Images
For the third Rugby World Cup in four Argentina have been one of the stories of the tournament.
Again they have reached the quarter-finals at the expense of one of the old-guard home unions (Ireland in 1999 and 2007, Scotland in 2011) and the Pumas are now set to take the next step they have craved for years by joining New Zealand, Australia and South Africa in the expanded Four Nations tournament in 2012.
But their introduction will force a band of players at English and French clubs to either quit international rugby or leave their European employers.
The fixture schedule for the new competition is officially under wraps until it is announced by Sanzar on October 17, but it is understood that the Pumas will make their Four Nations debut with an away match against the Springboks in South Africa on the weekend of August 18.
That is the start of an eight-week schedule of home and away fixtures between the four countries. Added to time away in the existing June and November tour windows, it would turn the popular and talented Pumas at European clubs - 23 of the 30-man squad in New Zealand - into a liability.
Premiership Rugby chief executive Mark McCafferty is in Auckland and will meet the Unión Argentina de Rugby (UAR) on October 14 to discuss when any English-based Pumas - currently Horacio Agulla (Leicester), Gonzalo Camacho (Exeter), Marcos Ayerza (Leicester), Alfredo Lalanne (London Irish) and Tomas Vallejos (Harlequins), four of whom were involved in Sunday's quarter-final with the All Blacks - would rest under the new schedule. Eighteen other Pumas are contracted to French clubs and the Four Nations' new timing from mid-August to early October clashes with the start of the English and French club seasons.
"I doubt whether an English club would contract an Argentina player just for December to May," McCafferty said. "We've been big supporters of Argentina joining the Four Nations since the IRB's Woking Forum of 2007, but we are making sure our clubs are aware that they could be losing players throughout the summer and again in the autumn. Welfare is also an issue, with players at risk of playing through our season and straight on through the summer and autumn without a rest."
The International Rugby Board (IRB) has revamped Rule 9, on player release, so that clubs must let Four Nations players go for six weekends in the eight weeks of the Four Nations. A more likely outcome is an exodus from north to south and Pumas joining existing Super Rugby teams and ultimately one of Argentina's own. The Sanzar Unions have "committed to" adding an Argentinian team to Super Rugby after 2015, according to Manuel Galindo, Argentina's chairman of high performance.
"Our idea in the future is our Union will have most of the players on contract in Argentina and only a few stars playing in Europe - about 10 would be the best." said Galindo, who has overseen the long called-for improvement in the Pumas' Test schedule, given impetus by their famous third place finish in the 2007 World Cup. Ten could be optimistic - unless of course the star men stick two fingers up to losing their lucrative club contracts and opt out of some or all Argentina's future Tests.
Asked whether the UAR would make up a player's loss in earnings if a club shows them the door, Galindo said: "That's between the player and the club. We are not going to negotiate any additional payments to the players for that."
The UAR are bound by contract to field their best team in the Four Nations, but Galindo admitted: "That's the plan - but we cannot shoot the players if they don't want to play."
Agulla, the 26-year-old Leicester wing, added: "It's going to be hard for clubs to say yes to the Argentina players. We will miss games in the [English] championship and I don't know what's going to happen. I have to talk with Leicester and see what will happen with me. Either the club accept you or you have to make a decision - playing for your country or going to Australia or New Zealand or wherever or staying in England and not playing for your country. I am still young and I want to play at a high level."
Camacho, the Harlequins winger, said there may be a compromise in which foreign-based Pumas would be excused Argentina's June Tests - this year against Italy and France (two). Galindo is understandably excited that the Pumas, building on their World Cup successes of recent years, can now go on to achieve something like their full potential.
Agustin Pichot, the former scrum-half and captain, and Les Cusworth, the ex England fly-half who is a UAR consultant, have been influential negotiators. "The current team has been part of a transition," Galindo said. "They played just 24 games in the last four years. It will be double that in the next four years. It is bound to improve their level of performance. Argentinian rugby will change completely after this, in an international context."
Unlike the home unions, who are grappling with declining playing numbers, the number of over-15 players in Argentina has increased by 20% since 2007. "We have 100,000 players, half of whom are under 15, and we will protect the old amateur club system," Galindo said. "We are happy with what we've done in this World Cup, to be among the best eight teams in the world again. We would like more."
The IRB announced in March 2010 it would provide US$10 million funding to support the Pumas' entry into the Four Nations up to 2015, in addition to the Sanzar's own funding out of their broadcast deals and other contracts.
The IRB currently annually invests close to US$2m in development and high performance programmes in Argentina. This helps fund the national High Performance Academy, the Argentina Jaguars representative team and the national Under-20s and Sevens systems, all of which underpin the Pumas in the Four Nations and Rugby World Cup.
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Healthy People 2020 (HP2020) is the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) health promotion and disease prevention initiative, which emphasizes to improve the visual health of the Nation through prevention, early detection, timely treatment, and rehabilitation. The Healthy People 2020 Vision objectives focus on evidence-based interventions to preserve sight and prevent blindness. Healthy People 2020 is based on the accomplishments of 4 previous Healthy People initiatives and is the result of a multiyear process that reflects input from a diverse group of individuals and organizations:
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Johnson has been a dairy production specialist with Landmark Services Cooperative providing nutrition management services since May of 2010. She earned a B.S. degree in dairy science from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, with a minor in business and professional communications. In 2009, Johnson was a member of the UW-River Falls team that placed second in the National Intercollegiate Dairy Cattle Judging Contest, and was the eighth high individual overall. She also served as president of the UWRF Dairy Club and co-chair of the 2010 Falcon Premier Sale.
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A sharp rise in the cost of a college education has finally hit the local Take Stock in Children program, which doles out college scholarships to economically disadvantaged students.
A sharp rise in the cost of a college education has finally hit the local Take Stock in Children program, which doles out college scholarships to economically disadvantaged students.
Take Stock pays 50 percent of the cost of educating a student for four years, two at a state college and two at a state university. Florida Prepaid pays the other half.
Since 1996, students have earned $2.67 million in scholarships through Take Stock, which is operated by the Public Education Foundation of Marion County.
But from 1995 to now, the organization's share of each scholarship has skyrocketed from $2,100 to $15,000, forcing the organization to rethink the way it grants scholarships to aspiring college students.
All incoming students will now be awarded just two-year college scholarships.
Meghan Magamoll, the local Take Stock program manager, said most of the other Take Stock programs statewide have long since made the move.
Take Stock in Children is a statewide not-for-profit. This year it plans to add 1,800 more students as part of its "Keeping the Promise" initiative.
Under the program, eighth-graders apply for a scholarship in the spring. The students who are selected must sign a pledge promising to maintain a 2.5 grade-point average in high school and to remain drug free. If they do, they receive college scholarships.
Although students are now only guaranteed two-year scholarships, local Take Stock officials say students shouldn't fret. After students finish their two-year degrees, they hope to provide additional funding to serious students seeking bachelor's degrees.
By reducing the per-student costs, the local Take Stock was able to add 25 additional students last fall and plans to add 40 more in August. Don Pemberton, Take Stock in Children's state board chairman, said the program changes lives.
"We believe that knowledge is power and education is the best investment to transform lives," he said.
Take Stock participants statewide have a high school graduation rate of 92 percent. Eighty-nine percent enroll in college, and 60 percent of those students earn college degrees.
Rising costs
Magamoll said the rising costs made local Take Stock administrators re-evaluate their finances. Since 2007, when the recession hit, the cost of a college education has tripled.
In 2007, Take Stock's share of the four-year scholarship was $5,800. Today for the same plan, the cost would be $15,000. Take Stock's share of a two-year state college scholarship is only $4,000.
Judi Zanetti, the foundation's executive director, said it made sense to reduce the length of the scholarships because it meant the organization could more than double the number of students in the program.
And, Zanetti said, she believes that through fundraising efforts, Take Stock can still help the serious students pay for their final two years to earn bachelor's degrees.
Zanetti said more students are earning significant college credits in high school, thanks to dual enrollment, advanced placement classes and magnet programs.
And since only about 60 percent of the students graduate college, there will be unused Florida Prepaid funds available to shift to students who need financial assistance to complete four-year degrees.
"We hope we can still pay for the majority of the students who want a four-year education," Zanetti said.
Megamoll said a committee will look at the resumes and academic records of Take Stock students who completed their associate degree to determine eligibility for another two-year college scholarship.
Adding more students
Megamoll said once the latest round of 160 applicants are interviewed and the top 40 chosen, the total number of students will rise to 164 students, about double last year's enrollment.
The new students will need mentors to help at-risk students — some of whom are homeless — get into college.
Trisha Curtis, the local Take Stock mentor advocate, said mentors must be at least 19 years old and committed to education. There is an in-depth screening process that includes criminal background checks. Male mentors are paired with males and vice versa for females. Mentors can only meet with their students at school or at school-based events. Mentors are allowed to talk on the phone. Parents must also sign a pledge for the students to participate.
Currently, 92 mentors are counseling 118 Take Stock children (some mentor more than one child).
Mike Mishkin, a retired school psychologist, has served as a mentor since 1996, when Take Stock took root locally.
"Children are our future, and I believe I am doing a small but significant part in helping to change their lives for the better," Mishkin said. "Caesar once said veni, vidi, vici (I came. I saw, I conquered). I say veni, vidi, monui (I came, I saw, I mentored."
At Belleview High, freshman Brittney Montfort, 15, had been waiting the entire school year to get a mentor. She signed her pledge last spring and has been waiting ever since. Her mentor is Zanetti, a former School Board member. The two met for the second time last week.
Brittney, who wants to be an orthopedist, wants someone other than her parents and friends to talk to about her classes and high school life.
"I was so excited when I found out I finally have a mentor," said the honor roll student.
Take Stock successes
Clay Griffin, 26, the district's rookie teacher of the year in 2011, said the Take Stock program made a big difference in his life. He was one of the first to receive a scholarship.
Griffin, who was raised by two caring parents in a low-income home, said college never seemed like an option.
He was nervous to sign a document promising to keep a 2.5 grade-point average and remain drug free. But it was the best decision of his life, he said. The contract made him accountable for his actions and a mentor further kept him on track.
"The most important part of it all is the mentor," Griffin said.
He said a mentor is a sounding board, a person who can help a student work his way through the difficult high school years. The University of Central Florida graduate said a mentor also helps to keep students focused on college and filling out applications.
Another Take Stock recipient, Farresa Allen, 25, is a seventh-grade math teacher at Fort King Middle School. She also teaches adult math at Community Technical & Adult Education and was named Fort King Middle's top rookie teacher this year.
Allen, 25, graduated from Dunnellon High School in 2005 and Florida State University in 2008 and later earned a master's degree.
She was a very involved student who took advanced classes and college classes. She was involved in many programs, including the cheerleading team. She said her mentor helped her stay focused.
"My mentor was dedicated to my success," said Allen, saying she loved her six teachers and administrators. "But having one person to talk to makes a difference."
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