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So i really needed a Disney fix and my kids deserved a reward for a great year at School. I booked a last minute surprise trip financed by the Disney Visa card.
6.18- woke the kids up at 3 am and told them to get dressed because they were going to Disney. Totally surprised them and got the whole thing on video.
9:30am arrive at MCO and hop in rented YELLOW PT cruiser.
10:15 am arrive at All-Star Music to check in
11:30am arrive at Magic Kingdom
Had lunch at Tony's (walked right in with no reservation!)
waited 45 minutes for Pirates.
Rode tons of rides.
4pm went back to check into our room and swim.
This was our first time in the family suites and if you have kids this is the way to go. All of the living room furniture turns into a bed and there is two bathrooms! My wife and I had our own bedroom so we could actually spend time together when the kids were asleep.
6pm Dinner at Raglan Road utilizing the dining plan (way too much food!)
Went back to MK to ride more rides and watch Wishes
6-16 Epcot rides etc.
Lunch with the Princesses at Norway. Kids got to meet and greet Belle, Cinderella, Jasmine and Ariel. Food was ok. Appetizer was the taste of Norway buffet with salads, meats and cheeses. Not many options for entrees outside of pulled pork and fish. Dessert was an excellent sampler for the whole table. Would've been an $80 lunch if we didn't use a table service credit.
3pm went back to hotel to swim and went offsite to Bahama breeze for dinner. After dinner it was back to Epcot for beer and Illuminations.
6-17 Breakfast @ Ohana. Breakfast is served family style and was plenty for all of us. Characters were Stitch, Lilo, Mickey and Pluto.
Back to MK for more rides and lot's of snacks.
MGM Studios for the afternoon. Due to Star Wars weekend's it was so packed we could hardly get on anything and we ended up shopping until our 4pm Mama Melrose's dinner reservation. Dinner was rushed, however the food was excellent and the dining plan covered it once again. Went back to the hotel to swim and relax before Fantasmic. Thanks to the dinner package we were escorted backstage to our excellent front row seats for Fantasmic at 8:15pm. This allowed time to get a beer and something that lights up for th kids. I was a cast member at Fantasmic for 3 years so it was very important to me we had great seats. After the show we squuezed in the Great Movie Ride and collapsed in our hotel beds.
6-18 I got at 6am to get coffee and print our boarding passes (the resorts will do this for you) We bolted over to EPCOT to shop and ride SSE, Nemo, Soarin, The Land, Figment and Energy. Lunch at the electric umbrella was crowded and hot and my daughter cut her foot on her metal chair. I had to run across the park to first aid for a band-aid. I asked Mouse Gear and numerous cast members for a band aid and not one had one on them. Note for next trip-- pack band aids!
At 3pm we started our journey up 419 back to the airport where my daughter left her Hanna Montana bag containing all of her Bratz dolls and IPOD. The flight home was 3 hours of tears..
I highly recommend the Family suites if you have children and although the dining plan wasn't for us it is a great value if your family likes to eat alot. We are all exhausted, however we had a blast and can't wait to go back again soon. Thanks for reading, Doug
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Posted 19 June 2007 - 09:44 AM
I forgot to mention my kids were heartbroken when they found out Rock n Rollercoaster was closed on Sunday. Anyone know why it was closed?
Posted 19 June 2007 - 12:39 PM
Thanks for posting this report.
Here's information on Coaster not being open: http://www.mgmstudio...opic.php?t=4088
Here's information on Coaster not being open: http://www.mgmstudio...opic.php?t=4088
Posted 19 June 2007 - 07:22 PM
How were you able to get the Norway Princess meal on such short notice when ordinarily character meals are booked 6 months in advance from the day you plan to eat, and only then when you call as soon as Dining Reservations open the lines?
Maybe I'm thinking the near-impossible Castle Character meal. :?:
Maybe I'm thinking the near-impossible Castle Character meal. :?:
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Posted 20 June 2007 - 05:10 AM
I was surprised at how much was available when I called last week. For the most part I didn't think the parks were very busy with the exception of the Studios. Even at MGM I was able to get a 4:50pm at Mama Melrose's on Sunday.
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How were you able to get the Norway Princess meal on such short notice when ordinarily character meals are booked 6 months in advance from the day you plan to eat, and only then when you call as soon as Dining Reservations open the lines?
Maybe I'm thinking the near-impossible Castle Character meal. :?:
Maybe I'm thinking the near-impossible Castle Character meal. :?:
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text: Speaking of pure shit, that's how I'd describe Cena literally dumping shit on Ziggler and AJ. He broke kayfabe and was talking about Ziggler's pushes and was harping on about hustle, loyalty and respect only to end with that which makes no sense whatsoever...typical WWE nowadays. The Rock's appearances on Raw and Smackdown this week were pretty entertaining (both Punk and Sandow/Rhodes played off him well). Del Rio vs. Big Show on Smackdown was surprisingly great with both men putting on an awesome match and the hot crowd eating up Del Rio's win. Like I've mentioned in the past I actually like Del Rio and his ringwork but I think his heel persona is tired so I hope this face turn works. Aside from those things, I don't recall a single thing from the past few weeks. Oh, honorable mention goes to AJ's wardrobe malfunction on Smackdown with her top rolling up (to reveal her bra-covered assets). : *drool*

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The Cayenne Diesel finally comes to the U.S. and beats its Hybrid counterpart by 6 mpg on the highway.
For those who still need convincing that the Cayenne is a "real" Porsche, look no further than the proliferation of variants: there are now six of them using five different engines. The newest member is a diesel. Its downright decent fuel economy—29 mpg on the highway—combines with still snappy performance to make it a more appealing green option than the more expensive, less efficient Cayenne S Hybrid. The Hybrid achieves 20/23 mpg, thanks to the 47-hp electric motor paired with its Audi-sourced 3.0-liter V-6, but suffers from the dynamic pitfalls typical of this technology, including strange-feeling brakes. Those who'd rather not save the planet in their German luxury crossover can opt for the Cayenne Turbo and its 4.8-liter twin-turbo V-8, which feels much more agile than its predecessor. In fact, all Cayennes are slimmer than they once were, owing to an aluminum-intensive structure and a revised all-wheel-drive system that shaves up to 400 pounds from the previous generation, depending on options. There are, of course, lots of options, from carbon-ceramic brakes to $2330 painted air-conditioning vents. The interior, even without those fancy A/C vents, will please even the pickiest luxury customers. The cornucopia of buttons on the center console will confound drivers at first, but it becomes rather intuitive over time.
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Almost, Almost, Almost
'Almost' seems to sum up the first nine games that the Red Sox played. Except for the two blowout games that Jon Lester just happened to pitch in, the Red Sox came within striking distance in almost every game (and by that I mean we were down by two runs or less). Those games are the frustrating ones.
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>Off the Beaten Path>Cats poop is stinkier than before
My wife changed the food that she gives the cats (supposedly better). However, now the cats have this super stinky poop that covers an entire room. Should we just change back to their previous food, or do cats get accustomed to new food?
I've heard that if you rub your nose in it, you'll acclimate to the smell within a few days.
Or get a new cat.
Especially if the poop covers an entire room.
meant to say that the smell covered the entire room, not the poop :-)
Feeling the growl again
Or get a new cat dog.
Or get a new cat dog.
Sorry cat folks, couldn't resist. No disrespect.
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I am spaniel - Crusher of Treadmills
One of my sons wants a dog. But I don't want to stress out the cats with an unknown variable.
Get a dog, they shit outside.
Short of that try this
Vision without action is a day dream.
Action without vision is a nightmare.
Get a dog, they shit outside.
Yes, and you get to pick up their poop.
Yes, and you get to pick up their poop.
As if you don't have to deal with the cats' poop.
Well at least someone here is making relevance to the subject. - S.J.
I make my kids do it.
Well, I TRY to make my kids do it.
Oh, also, we actually have a gate to the laundry where the cat box is, because before we did, the dog would go in and eat the cat's poop.
As if you don't have to deal with the cats' poop.
The point I was trying to make is that just because a dog poops outside doesn't mean you don't have to deal with it.
(I did see one time someone walking her dog and she didn't pick up the poop. That wasn't right)
Am I doing this right?
I make my kids do it.
That's what kids are for....right?
No excuses....
Sorry cat folks, couldn't resist. No disrespect.
I'd be on you like stink on a monkey!
Running is stupid
I'd be on you like stink on a monkey!
The very occasional vomit in the house when they eat something they don't like is epic though.


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Stephen Cornford, Patrick Farmer and Lee Patterson will, over the course of a week-long residency at SOUND//SPACE explore the resonance of the building using a diverse range of found and reappropriated materials. These three artists share a preoccupation with the amplification of normally inaudible processes, be they mechanical or organic: the photosynthesis of pondweed, the dissolution of liver salts in water or the quiet grinding of tape player mechanisms. At V22 they will apply these strategies to and within the reverberant hull of the old Peek Frean factory.
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Solo releases include Egg Fry #2 and Seven Vignettes Wunderkammmern with David Toop and Rhodri Davies was released in December 2010. His solo and collaborative works have featured in exhibitions, festivals and on radio stations worldwide as well as on UK TV.
Stephen Cornford works at the intersection of sculpture and music, using sound and noise to investigate the physical qualities of the world around me. His work inhabits both gallery and gig, taking the forms of kinetic installation and process-based performance by turns, always searching for situations in which the material; whether solid, spatial or sonic; controls the outcome as much as himself. Recent exhibitions include a solo show, Binatone Galaxy at Campbell Works, London; Body/Controlled at LEAP, Berlin and Creative Machines Minimalist Sculptures at TROVE, Birmingham.
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"This book is a very good thing in a remarkably small package." (Publishers Weekly)
"The book is concise, sprightly, and full of personality...When readers have finished this book, the only way they can know Gettysburg better is by going there." (School Library Journal)
"McPherson so articulately injects reminders of what the Civil War was about as to display the crystalline style that has made him one of our finest Civil War historians." (Booklist)
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"Nice for what it is."
Had I never been to Gettysburg I don't think this book would have kept my interest. You need a visual image to relate to as the author takes you around the battlefield so I would recommend this to those who have at least a general knowledge of the battle or have visited the battlefield. The author does a nice job disposing of some myths and discussing some of the controversies in a consice manner so that in a relatively short listen he is able to be fairly comprehensive.
"Good Intro to Gettysburg"
If you are looking for a book to introduce you to Gettysberg, this is a good one. It balances anecdotes, 'myths', and background data with a solid day by day recitation of critical events. It doesn't get bogged down in unit designations, commander's names, and other 'enthusiast' minutiae.
There are plenty of other books that go into the rich detail which many of us love. But before you dive in to that level, you have to know the basic geography and chronology of what happened. So again, this book or Jeff Shaara's Civil War Battlefields' (either the Gettysburg excerpt or the entire book) are a find place to start.
"A must listen!"
Even if you have never been to Gettysburg, and do not plan to visit there anytime soon, this is an audiobook that is definitely worth the listening time. You can almost picture what it must've looked like and been like back then. This book is full of both history and practical comments, like what is different about the area now and what existed back then. Excellent naration as well.
"Perfect for a Battlefield Tour"
If you are planning to visit the Gettysburg Battlefield, this is the book that you need to have with you! Listen to it before your visit and then have it ready as you make your way through the tour.
"A great guide if you know the area"
I started to listen to this before my most recent (2nd) visit, but b/c I didn't have a map and couldn't remember the layout, I quit in frustration. Having spent three days out there, hiking, biking and driving, I'm now greatly enjoying this download. The BOOK would be useful regardless, since you could refer to the map, but unless you have a good sense of the area, the DOWNLOAD could be very frustrating. The reader/author was perfect.
"Staff Ride"
Excellent work by a noted professor of American History. This short, 2 hour listen is descriptive of the Civil War battle field at Gettysburg. Not only does McPherson provide the basics of the battle but also some unknown factoids and vignettes not previously known. For example, Daniel Sickles lost a leg and it's still in Philadelphia; he was also largely responsible for the battle field as we see it today. The book should be accompanied by a visit to Gettysburg because it references information on the ground today versus what one would have seen in 1863. It is constructed like an Army "staff ride," designed to teach others about past military history in preparation for the future.
"Excellent guide for touring the battlefield"
I thought it laid out an excellent path for personal discovery.
This was a guide of the battlefield and had many characters.
All played a big role
Buford's decisions on the first day.
This is a must read/listen guide before touring the Gettysburg battlefield.
"A Good Tour Guide"
I enjoyed this book very much - especially the correction of numerous battlefield "errors" over the years. Having been to gettysburg more than once I could easily picture where the author was talking about - but I think it would be a great listen for someone going the first time
"Great Battlefield Guide"
Best guide around Gettysburg that I've ever had. Having walk that hallowed ground is one thing but to walk it with one if its most knowledgable scholars was a great treat. If you're serious about your visit to Gettysburg, this book is a must. Great insight and filled with interesting human interest stories. I hated to see it end.
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Discussion in 'Future of Trek' started by RAMA, Jul 18, 2012.
And convinces them why it's a good idea to further devalue their back catalog of episodes.
Game of Thrones has an even higher budget than that, and they seem to get along fine on HBO. Maybe Showtime doesn't get as many viewers though? I don't think any Star Trek show really would.
Even the Star Wars live action show planned was supposed to have a budget of 2-4 million per episode, but last I heard they were having financial troubles since their target market was general cable.
I'm guessing that Star Trek could get by on 2 mil or even less, but the question is if the studio wants to sink down the quality to match the target audience. That was part of the reason for Enterprise's cancellation, that Paramount didn't want to make anything look budgeted.
But this is all talk for a live action show. An animated show would probably cost less, although I'm not sure I'd prefer it.
Why would it devalue its back catalog as opposed to creating a new audience for old episodes?
There are seven hundred episodes you add another series and that one less slot for something in the back catalog to air in down the road.
^I was just think the same Temis, a new show might re-vitalise interest in the older shows. Leading to possible DVD/BR sales and network interest in running older shows.
Food for thought...
The new series would air on Showtime or maybe Netflix where the reruns don't air anyway, no competition there. On Netflix, time slots are moot. And on other channels why couldn't the new series and reruns complement each other, by running back to back, enhancing the ratings for both? And a new series would be a great merchandising boost in general by raising public awareness, just as the movies have done.
So, how does one go about measuring Piracy?
I'm guessing one method is to gauge the number of times a show is downloaded on file-sharing services.
There's a site that tracks piracy stats like the neilsens, forget what it is, but easy to google. Movies and TV shows are pirated more or less in proportion to their general popularity but sci if gets hit harder, which means piracy is inhibiting sci if more than other genres.
I'm sure you could get a new live action series for under 3 million, the biggest factor is your payroll (specifically the cast) and what CGI house is used (though CBS has their own). Sets are another big consideration, how much physical vs virtual. Also I would only do 13 episode seasons (13 x 3 mil = 39 mill), unless the show is a hit and warrants more episodes.
Star Trek does not really belong being broadcast on CBS given there current model, however, consider that CBS is winding down there CSI an NCIS franchises so they may have room to try some different things.
Lastly, also consider that Star Trek is popular internationaly, so CBS can offset a lot of costs by licensing 'second run' options to various foreign networks, these tactics have helped BSG and Doctor Who. Germany alone has a huge fan base. Star Trek has a huge advantage here vs. any other show, CBS would be smart to work on that angle to offset costs.
A Star Trek series can work, the next movie will be a test of continued popularity. Reminds a little of how the success of Star Trek 4 helped get TNG going.
Even though CBS owns Trek, the odds of a Trek series actually airing on CBS is about zero. Aside from the decades-long argument that science-fiction (in particular, spaceship-based) is too expensive and too difficult to produce, Trek is just one of many properties CBS acquired from what was formerly Paramount Television. You're more likely to see a revival of something cheaper and easier to produce like The Beverly Hillbillies or Laverne & Shirley on CBS rather than a Star Trek series.
The argument that CBS has to approve a series doesnt really matter one bit, as we've seen all it takes is some of the movie's "people" talking to the "tv people". It's pretty simple..once there is an opening, it'll take what I've claimed before..."known" producers selling the show to the studio, and with a second ST movie as likely success, they won't need much convincing...
I predicted a series after 3 JJ movies, but hey, looks like it could be after 2.
Actually, it's the only thing that matters. Abrams himself can pitch a new Star Trek series, but if CBS isn't interested in doing one, then it's not going anywhere.
CBS's audience simply isn't the sci if crowd and of all the broadcast nets, it has the highest ratings and therefore highest standards for a new show to have to achieve. I don't want Star Trek to be doomed from the start by airing on CBS, where the audience isn't interested and it needs 11 million just to keep from being cancelled.
And that's assuming it makes its way through the pilot process. This past year, CBS only picked up what, two drama? NBC and ABC picked up many more. CBS's eternally successful lineup makes it harder for any series to get a green light there.
If the wheels started shortly after the BO for the second movie comes in strong, then the show might not even be ready to go till the third movie premieres, assuming they don't have another inordinately long wait. Two years is more sensible.
"Please sir, I want some more."
Frankenstein brand new iPad does weird things.
Like that! I said frakken not Frankenstein.
The iPad autocorrect does some weird things, I know from experience.
I maybe mistaken...
But don't most of these guys have development deals with various networks? None being CBS?
Would they even be allowed to develop/run shows for companies outside those contracts?
Lindelof has a deal with Warner Bros. TV.
Orci/Kurtzman are still under a development deal with Fox, but that expires in roughly a year.
Edit: According to this site, they just extended it another three years.
Funny thing though, in the TrekMovie interview Orci seems to say that he thinks an animated series is the best way to go...
TrekMovie.com: But do you agree with me that an animated series is…
Roberto Orci: Yes. It is less cannibalizing. I would like to see an animated series the most. When I think about it, it is the most different than what we are doing and still in the most in line with it. So I would like to see an animated series.
Well "after 2" covers a lot of territory...the movie comes out in 2013, then we wouldnt expect one for about 3 years, so we're talking 2014-2016 for a new show.
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July 20, 2009
New Jacob Movie Photo
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- AnonymousJuly 20, 2009 at 7:23 PM
OOh, he's smoking. And there's some more detail to that tatoo - definitely West Coast NA aboriginal styleReplyDelete
- AnonymousJuly 20, 2009 at 7:25 PM
he is only 17... he is only 17... he is only 17...ReplyDelete
Hello, hello, hello! When is he turning 18? I feel so dirty but he is so cute.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJuly 20, 2009 at 7:31 PM
Ok i love taylor i think hes a great kid, and he worked his ass off to keepthat role, and as much as he deserves the role... his face is still way too young looking! I mean maybe it's just e but ya his body may be up to standards (not his height tho) but his face is just way too babyis to me...but its just my opinion.ReplyDelete
He looks so young in this pic! But still adorbable!!:))ReplyDelete
@Anonymous July 20,2009 2:25PMReplyDelete
It must be fake , if it were real , well then i would be publish in magzine saying"Twilight hottie werewolf Taylor Lautner from Twilight got a tatoo"
Gotta say Taytay is killing me , making me die slowly.He will be MINE!I will be the future Mrs.Lautner =)
My opinon about Taylor is he's a teenager like Kstew , Kstew is 19 yrs old.Taytay is talented , has a smexy body ,and has angel face.
I agree with you Heidi Ho looks young ,but cute!My new background screen saver.Lol!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJuly 20, 2009 at 8:19 PM
He is good looking, but this pose just doesnt work. its awkward. Y cant Summit just give us a front shirtless pic!ReplyDelete
He's only 17, he's only 17 and I'm 17 :D lmao. But if I stand next to him I'll look like 15.ReplyDelete
An old song comes to mind. Jacob this one's for you. "I think I love you....I think I love you....I think I love you so what I'm so afraid of?"ReplyDelete
only 17... but 18 in about 6 months ;)ReplyDelete
- thparkleJuly 20, 2009 at 8:57 PM
Okay, he's definately tryin' to lure us in, very come-hither, luv it!ReplyDelete
- Melissaisatwilightlover.July 20, 2009 at 9:02 PM
he was in the womb for nine months so technically, he's 18. oh. wait. that sucks, now hes illegal for me.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJuly 20, 2009 at 9:25 PM
He will be 18 in February 2010!!!
OK he is great and all.... He is no Edward though.ReplyDelete
This one is gonna be my screensaverReplyDelete
He is only 17 jeeeez, speechles, he is to hot!!!
- AnonymousJuly 21, 2009 at 12:41 AM
HE IS SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO HOTTTTTT I HAVE HIS PIC OVER MY BED I CAN JUST LIE DOWN AND STARE :) :)ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJuly 21, 2009 at 2:05 AM
oh my... *fans self*ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJuly 21, 2009 at 4:05 AM
Hmm, sorry he doesnt do it for me. First and foremost he is wearing toooo much makeup he looks really sweet. Not macho enough for me. Secondly he looks way too young, not enticing at all unless you are under 18. Let me apologize again, but he was rewarded with the part not for his ability to look like Jake. hopefully he can personify him on screen the way the twilight series does or we have a problem. I think a hot mature Jake would of given Edward a run for his money. The good thing is that Bella (Kristie "Mean" Stewart looks closer to Jakes age. And Edward is on a planet way above the rest. Thats why he's stolen the show as a character, actor (JP) and overall envy of young and older men alike.ReplyDelete
Holy smokin' werewolves, Batman!ReplyDelete
....Yowza. *chants* he's only 17...He's only 17...Dear god.
I need a fan over here!
That's jailbait right there. But he's taunting me with his over-the-shoulder sexy look...That defense would stand up in court, right?ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJuly 21, 2009 at 8:14 PM
Wow! That over the shoulder look is very sexy! Honestly who wouldn't love this guy?!ReplyDelete


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ORH 722: Movies & Music
Outsight Radio Hours / 6 October 2013 / This freeform episode features a lot of outsider music, film music, and tributes/covers. The instigation is an interview w/movie critic Phil Hall about his book "The Greatest Bad Movies of All Time". Also heard are Tom Waits, Emmylou Harris, and The MC5
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Thursday, July 3, 2003; 2:00 p.m.
Wong Conference Room
PRESENT: Kate Acks, Pat Adams, Vaughn Baker, Kathryn Fletcher, Robyn Klein, Diane Meyer, Karen Muraoka, Debbie Nakama, Suzette Robinson, Clyde Sakamoto, Alvin Tagomori, David Tamanaha, flo wiger
EXCUSED: Bev Lashley
Clyde thanked flo wiger and Suzette Robinson for doing yeo-persons work this past two years and for taking the college to another level. Clyde plans to continue the communication plan and expressed his delight in working with committee members.
Meeting Design/Focused Discussion: Committee members agreed to try to go through our agenda in one and a half hours.
Titles: Clyde Sakamoto is now Chancellor, flo wiger is Vice Chancellor (process being undertaken to formalize), Suzette Robinson's title is still undetermined (either Assistant Vice Chancellor, Assistant to the Vice Chancellor, or Associate Chancellor).
New Board: New Board members will be approved this coming week at the Board of Regents meeting. There will be significant changes in the Board. The new Board indicated that "to whom much is given, much is expected, and much can be taken away." The Board will have high expectations in regard to ethical standards.
ABIT Progress: There will be continuing changes with respect to the ways in which the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Junior and Senior Commissions will be moving forward with new standards. ABIT is still a pilot and will be expected to address the new standards adopted by both Commissions
Decision Making/Strategic Plan: Administration expects to address Strategic directions described in the Strategic Plan. Clyde and flo will be working with Marge Kelm and other Executive Committee members to realize the goals of the Strategic Plan and to set the guidelines and framework.
Budget Challenges and Opportunities:
David distributed handouts on the current budget situation and impact statements submitted to Wick Sloane indicating the effect an additional 20% budget cut would have on the campus. A 20% cut would total to approximately $275,369 in general funds. The impact of such a reduction would mean that MCC may need to eliminate all lecturer taught classes for the Fall 2004 semester, eliminate all student assistants, emergency hires, and casual appointments, institute a reduction in force, and close some facilities. Twenty-five percent of our non-instructional staff would be reduced. Instruction will not be vulnerable; however, lecturers will be. It was noted that we may not actually get a 20% cut, and that this may be the Governor's effort to slow down spending among departments.
The Academic Senate budget committee will reconvene on Tuesday, July 8 to look at target areas. Clyde and flo will be getting additional information to bring back to us from the System Executive Retreat they will be attending on July 9.
Specific campus units have been or will be impacted as listed below.
· Eliminate all student assistants, overtime, casual, temporary assignments, Institutional Analyst position (already eliminated), mailroom clerk, UH Foundation clerk position
· Review class size issues around distinction between lecture and lab
· Look at low-enrolled classes on July 15 and cutting those already
· Solicit faculty help with expanding classes in terms of taking 35 students, instead of 30 students
· Assess offering certain classes once every third semester, instead of offering every two semesters
· Review what is considered low-enrolled classes in comparison to maximum enrollment; e.g.
vocational classes may have an enrollment of 14 with a maximum of 14 while other classes have a maximum of 35 students and are allowed to go with only 14 students. Need to look at every single class.
· Review tenured and tenure track faculty teaching assignments versus what lecturers are teaching. Lecturers are currently teaching 1/3 of all of our offerings.
· Re-examine cutting back on core courses; cutting back on sections when a class is closed. Instruction will need to work closely with student services folks to insure that students who are graduating are able to take the classes they need to graduate.
· Look at other resources in non-instructional programs to further allocate to help support access.
Student Services:
· Reducing student help\moving those who stay on board to transcript account
· Further assess details for ADA (disabled student services)
· Have DVR (Dept. of Voc Rehab) student who qualify for our program to come in with at least half
level funding.
· Reduce College Work Study matching (We are not required to have matching funds since we qualify for Title III)
· Have student assistant support Counselors (The clerk-typist position was established in response to the accreditation recommendation that the counseling office needs to have someone to man the office.)
· May have to revisit opening evening hours (also done in response to accreditation)
University of Hawai`i Center, Maui:
· Reduce services and visits to other campuses
· Assess possible reductions in the Counseling services area
· Look at the Chief Academic Officers and Chancellors forum to ask for assistance. (Now that we have forum, look at other kinds of partnerships to bring in revenue.)
Office of Continuing Education and Training:
· Have cut 5 positions.
· Looking at possible layoffs.
· Worked with Maui News to bring down cost of brochure from $85,000 to $45,000
· Aggressively attack the market.
Chancellor's office:
· Reduce travel at administrative level
(Combine other kinds of travel with Chancellor's meeting.)
· Push system people to use Polycom
· Push to have meetings reduced to once a month
It was noted that there is potential for generating revenue in special, revolving funds, e.g. summer school. There is also potential for generating revenue from facilitating services funds.
Copies of "A Rural Hawaii Island-Based Strategy for Sustainable Development" were distributed to members to review. The Rural Development Project will be receiving ten million dollars. Funds are available for ABIT infrastructure as well as teacher development, Vice Principal and Educational Assistant training, nurse education and training in the private hospitals (HHSC last year), expansion of the Harbor Lights project. By specific federal regulations, MCC is not permitted to use federal funds to cover g-funds expenditures. There are opportunities, however, to tie job preparation and program development into our current programs. For example, there may be opportunities to purchase lab equipment for the Zoology lab to sustain the nurses education/training program and leveraging the video/lab component for Ethno History (Preserving Our Recollections). Investments in course development that become part of a sustainably funded curriculum are RDP prospects. flo will meet with Nancy, directors of nursing programs, and academic officers to look at opportunities. Kate Acks will also look at what kinds of scenarios might be available.
The statewide and local rural development projects are available on the web at Hawaiirdp.org.
The next Executive Committee meeting is scheduled for Friday, July 18, 2003, 8:30 a.m.


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"We played great," head coach Jeff Holt said after the game. "We were very efficient. Parkview scored 21 points on Greenwood. They've got kids that can play and are really dangerous. I'm really proud of our defense for being able to contain them."
Russellville (4-2, 2-1 7A/6A-Central Conference) dominated the first half and totaled 225 yards of offense. Meanwhile, an aggressive Cyclone defense held Parkview (0-5, 0-3) to a paltry 70 yards.
RHS found the end zone on its third possession. The Cyclones took over at their 42. E.J. Carpenter started the drive by gaining seven yards. Two plays later, Jalen Curtis made a beautiful one-handed catch from Cody Jones for 29 yards. An offsides penalty against the Patriots put the ball on the Parkview 20.
Carpenter rushed another 10 yards. Three plays later, Jones hit Cocheese Temple-Laws in the end zone for a 23-yard touchdown pass. Jose Chrisostomo's extra-point attempt was good, and the Cyclones led 7-0 with 2:27 left in the first quarter.
It was going to be a long half for the Patriots. It seemed there was a host of Cyclones waiting everywhere Parkview attempted to take the ball. Bad snaps, incomplete passes and tackles for loss marked every Partriot possession for the remainder of the first half.
On Russellville's next possession, Mitch Mullen was 2-for-2 for 78 yards passing, hastily moved the Cyclones down the field and found the end zone. Mullen first hit Temple-Laws for a 51-yard gain. Kentrell Scott tore off a 10-yard run. Then, Mullen hit Curtis for 27 yards and a touchdown. Russellville led 14-0 after Christomo's PAT.
After stopping the Patriots on consecutive possessions, the Cyclones took over at their 29 with 3:25 left in the first half. Mullen hit Curtis for 13 yards and Temple-Laws for another two. After an incomplete pass, Mullen connected with Kyle Roberson for a 20-yard gain. Russellville faltered, but only briefly. Two of Mullen's passes fell harmlessly to the turf. Scott rushed for a 1-yard gain and the Cyclones found themselves facing a fourth-and-5.
With time running out, RHS elected to go for the first down. The decision proved to be the right one. Mullen connected with Curtis for a 15-yard gain. Two plays later, Scott capped the drive with a 10-yard sprint into the end zone. Chrisostomo's PAT was good, and the Cyclones went up 21-0.
Hayden Hipps ended the half by intercepting the Patriots' desperation pass as the final seconds ticked off the clock.
Parkview opened the second half and seemed as the Patriots made the proper halftime adjustments as they marched down the field from their 20 to the Russellville 29 in 15 plays. Oscar Reyes stopped the drive's momentum by sacking the quarterback for a 9-yard loss. A false start made it third-and-32. The Cyclones took over possession after a pair of incomplete passes.
On Russellville's next possession and with Jones at quarterback. Scott started things off with a 21-yard scoot to the Parkview 42. Two plays later, Jones connected with Curtis on a 47-yard touchdown strike. Chrisostomo's PAT made it 28-0.
Michael Troub ended the next Patriot possession after three plays with a sack deep in Russellville territory. A bad punt gave the Cyclones good field position at the Parkview 22. Carpenter finished the drive quickly with a cumulative 22 yards on two plays for the touchdown. The PAT made it 35-0. With that, the Cyclones put the mercy rule in effect.
The Patriots were able to find the end zone once in the fourth quarter to set the final score at 35-7. Against Russellville's second-string defense, the touchdown only served to prevent a shutout.
Mullen finished 9-of-12 passing for 139 yards and a touchdown. Jones was 3-of-6 for 100 yards and two touchdowns. Scott rushed 47 yards on six attempts. Curtis caught six passes for 172 yards and two touchdowns.
"I really like the way we came out and finished," Holt said. "We came out in the second half and got down to business."
Dover Pirates fall to Maumelle
DOVER —The Dover Pirates were unable to fend of the Maumelle Hornets Friday night at Jack Berry Field. The Pirates fell 42-7.
The loss is the fifth consecutive loss of the season for the pirates, but head coach Greg Smith said there was plenty of positives to take away from the game.
"We made leaps and bounds of improvement over last week," Smith said. "We are getting better. There are positives to take away and we just want to build on the positives."
Maumelle scored twice in the first quarter, once on a two yard run into the end zone, and once on a 15 yard pass. The PAT attempt was no good on the second touchdown and the Hornets led the Pirates 13-0.
Maumelle continued to pile it on in the second, scoring off a 37 yard touchdown pass. The PAT was no good and the Hornets furthered their lead, 20-0.
Dover answered with a touchdown of their own with 1:40 left in the half. Blake Kriesel scored on a 5 yard carry. The score was 20-7 after the PAT.
The Hornets picked up where they left off after the half, finding the end zone on a seven yard rush. The 2-point conversion was good and the score was 28-7.
With :17 seconds left in the third quarter, Maumelle's quarterback nailed a 78 yard touchdown pass to widen the score 35-7. The Hornets scored a final time in the fourth quarter on a 14 yard run. The PAT was good making the final score 42-7.
"We hurt ourselves," Smith said after the game. "We make too many mental mistakes."
Dover travels to Pottsville next week to continue 4A-4 conference play.


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Is this a common garden snail? I would like to know its ID
Hi Diginy, this looks like Helix aspersa, also known as the brown garden snail or common garden snail. They are often found in autumn or winter hibernating together in groups under flowerpots or behind the shed, in a cosy spot.


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Oil prices declined Jan. 15 in their daily seesaw pattern with crude down 1% in the New York market, but the front-month natural gas futures contract continued to rally, gaining 2.4% because of colder weather.
In Houston, analysts at Raymond James & Associates Inc. said, "Broader markets ended up flattish after US retail sales data came in better than expected." They reported, "European car sales fell to a 17-year low, and the World Bank cut its 2013 global gross domestic product growth forecast from 3% to 2.4%."
Marc Ground at Standard New York Securities Inc., the Standard Bank Group, sees a change "already under way in the dynamic between" West Texas Intermediate and North Sea Brent crude primarily because of the reopening of the expanded Seaway Pipeline carrying oil from Cushing, Okla., to Gulf Coast refineries (OGJ Online, Jan. 14, 2013).
"This should enable a working down of the tremendous inventories that have built at Cushing…and hence alleviate some of the drag on the WTI price. Crude oil stocks at Cushing have risen from 29.1 million bbl at the start of 2012 to 50.1 million bbl for the week ended Jan. 4. In addition, this will also reduce the reliance of Gulf Coast refineries on oil imports, taking away some support for the Brent price against which these sources of imports are benchmarked. However, we view the consequent narrowing of the spread between the two benchmarks as a long-term play for several reasons," Ground reported.
While the pipeline's capacity has more than doubled, he said, "Even without any additional flows into Cushing, it would take some time before the glut of crude oil stocks is completely removed. By our calculations, to get inventory levels back to their 5-year average, without any new flows into Cushing, it would take approximately 2 months."
Ground said, "This we feel is a lower limit on the time it would take to remove the glut, since we expect ever-increasing flows into Cushing as the Bakken light tight oil and Canadian oil sands production continues to escalate. Some of this increased supply is expected to be directed to East Coast refineries, but we still feel that increasing flows into Cushing will persist."
Also, he said, "There is still considerable risk of more [demand] weakness in the US, despite recent encouraging macro indicators. Policy uncertainty, both fiscal (debt ceiling and spending cuts) and monetary (will the Federal Reserve Bank end quantitative easing sooner than anticipated?), abounds in the first quarter." On top of that, he said, geopolitical concerns in Iran and Syria likely will continue to provide support for Brent "well into the first half of 2013.
US inventories
The Energy Information Administration said Jan. 16 commercial US crude inventories dropped 1 million bbl to 360.3 million bbl in the week ended Jan. 11, opposite Wall Street's consensus for a 2.2 million bbl gain. Gasoline stocks increased 1.9 million bbl to 235 million bbl in the same week, less than analysts' expectations of a 2.7 million bbl build. Finished gasoline inventories decreased while blending components increased. Distillate fuel stocks were up 1.7 million bbl to 132.4 million bbl. Analysts had anticipated an increase of 1.5 million bbl.
Imports of crude into the US fell 312,000 b/d to 8 million b/d in the same period. In the 4 weeks through Jan. 11, crude imports averaged 7.9 million b/d, down 1.2 million b/d from the comparable period in 2012. Gasoline imports last week averaged 375,000 b/d while distillate fuel imports averaged 186,000 b/d.
The input of crude into US refineries was down 156,000 b/d to 15.1 million b/d last week with units operating at 87.9% of capacity. Gasoline production increased to 8.6 million b/d as distillate fuel production decreased to 4.6 million b/d.
Energy prices
The February contract for benchmark US light, sweet crudes dropped 86¢ to $93.28/bbl Jan. 15 on the New York Mercantile Exchange. The March contract decreased 87¢ to $93.72/bbl. On the US spot market, WTI at Cushing was down 86¢ to $93.28/bbl in step with the front-month futures contract.
Heating oil for February delivery fell 5.12¢ to $3.01/gal on NYMEX. Reformulated stock for oxygenate blending for the same month declined 4.75¢ to $2.71/gal.
The February natural gas contract continued climbing, however, up 8.2¢ to $3.46/MMbtu on NYMEX. On the US spot market, gas at Henry Hub, La., inched up 0.8¢ to $3.40/MMbtu.
In London, the February IPE contract for North Sea Brent was down $1.58 to $110.30/bbl. Gas oil for February rose $6.25 to $960.75/tonne.
The average price for the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries' basket of 12 benchmark crudes gained 29¢ to $108.35/bbl.
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Oct. 24, 2011
UW-Stout, Mayo Clinic Health System and the American Cancer Society have teamed up in the fight against breast cancer. A breast cancer awareness women's volleyball game will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, at Johnson Fieldhouse when the Blue Devils take on UW-Oshkosh.
Admission is free. There will be contests between games, prizes and opportunities to donate money to the cause. All proceeds will be donated to the American Cancer Society.
Staff from Mayo and the American Cancer Society will distribute information and answer questions about breast cancer. The American Cancer Society's Colleges Against Cancer chapter at UW-Stout will sell "I Believe in PINK" T-shirts and raffle tickets.
The shirts were designed by Kate Mikutowski, a member of the Blue Devils volleyball team and an art major concentrating in graphic design. Mikutowski, a junior, is from Stillwater, Minn.
"Our student-athletes are excited to host an event that is not only a lot of fun but raises money for a great cause," said Jill Jolliff, UW-Stout coach. "This is a great opportunity to raise awareness about a disease that has affected so many of our athletes."
The Blue Devils' awareness and fundraising campaign is part of the annual Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference initiative to join the volleyball community together in the fight against breast cancer.
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Each year, an estimated 200,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and more than 40,000 will die.


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Cano Singles A-Rod Home for the Winning Run!…
Is Robby Cano ready for the spotlight?…
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There has been much talk in recent days about Manager Joe Girardi's expressed belief that Robinson Cano may be ready to move up to fifth in the batting order behind Alex Rodriguez. I agree with those who feel that 2010 will be a breakout season for Cano. So, I am in favor of the move. I do feel that Curtis Granderson will see marked improvement against lefties thanks to the tutelage of batting coach Kevin Long, however, it is now time for Cano to shine. I think Robby will prosper in the middle of the order, and A-Rod, Tex and others will be very appreciative…
Well, it appears that Alfredo Aceves has become the frontrunner for the back end of the starting rotation. I like Aceves and there is no question that he's pitched marvelously this spring. He would be fine as the #5 starter, however, I still think the Yankees should give the job to Phil Hughes. If Hughes fails during the season, then switch to Aceves. Nothing against Ace, but I feel that Hughes has 'front of the rotation' stuff. He might not be the ace, but he can certainly be a solid #2 or #3 if he realizes his potential. Regardless of how this plays out, it appears that Joba Chamberlain is headed back to the pen and I think that's a huge plus for the Yankees. As Julia Roberts would say, "HUGE!"…
The Yankees have experimented a couple of times with Curtis Granderson in left, and Brett Gardner in center. Assuming that Gardner can hit well enough to hold the position, that's the alignment I like most (with Nick Swisher in right). But if Gardner fails, the next best thing would be Randy Winn in left, Grandy in center, and Swish in right. I like Gardner's speed and how disruptive he can be on base, so hopefully, his bat catches up with the rest of his game this year.
It has been rumored for weeks but it was good to see Kevin Towers join the Evil Empire as a special assignment scout. I held Towers in high regard when he was GM of the San Diego Padres. There is no doubt he'll get another GM opportunity but until then, the Yankees can leverage his talent, knowledge and expertise. It's a win-win situation for both sides. Welcome to New York, Kevin! We're glad to have you on our side!
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My friend Julia alerted me to a sad story. Good for her; bad for me. I have always had much respect for Irish tenor Ronan Tynan. There was nothing like hearing his rendition of 'God Bless America' at Yankee Stadium. Dismissed by the Yankees in the post-season after he allegedly made anti-Semitic remarks, Ronan relocated to Boston earlier this month. At a gathering of Boston politicians on Sunday, Tynan pulled on a Red Sox jersey. I was dismayed at the news but I do hope that Ronan finds happiness and respect in Beantown. He'll be missed…
Speaking of Julia, it seems that our first wager might involve a book assignment. If I were to lose…which of course won't happen…I would have to read a Red Sox-themed book chosen by Julia. After reading the book within a preset time period, I would have to devote a blog to writing a review of the book. We'll work out the details in the coming weeks but it should be a fun year in the Yankees-Red Sox rivalry. Well, at least until the Tampa Bay Rays kick both of our teams' "arses"! 😉
I was a bit disappointed when LaDainian Tomlinson spurned the Minnesota Vikings to sign with the New York Jets. However, how can I argue with LT's logic when he says that he wants to live and win in New York City. That sounds like a terrific combination to me!
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I went to see the Ides of March taping of The Tonight Show with Jay Leno in Burbank, CA. It was a fun experience. I went to see The Late Show with David Letterman last May, and I'd have to say that The Tonight Show feels less like a cattle call than The Late Show. Also, Jay is much more personable than Dave, and more willing to laugh at himself. The Tonight Show set is also more intimate than The Ed Sullivan Theater. The wait was long (three hours) but it was worth it. The guests were Terry Bradshaw (so energetic and entertaining, as usual); Kara DioGuardi (much more beautiful and engaging than she appears to be on American Idol); and Ziggy Marley (he does his father proud!). The only thing that would be better? Why a repeat Yankees World Championship, of course!
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Hanson are back with their latest single "Get the Girl Back" and the trio of brothers prove they still have it going on.
The lead song from their forthcoming album Anthem, due out June 18, embodies a sultry retro vibe complete with a brass section, hand-clapped rhythms and Taylor Hanson's familiar vocals.
The single won't be released until April 9, but fans can check out the the song's music video which stars actresses Kat Dennings and Nikki Reed.
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Here is your nightly recap for the Cubs minor league system, enjoy.
The Peoria Chiefs made thing interesting by tying the game in the top of the 9th, unfortunately they lost the game in the bottom half. Marco Hernandez, and Taiwan Easterling each had two hits in the losing effort. Kyler Burke was very good for Peoria on the mound going 6 and 1/3rds of an inning, only allowing three runs on five hits, he settled for a no decision.
All of the action took place early and often in this one as all 11 runs were scored in the first four innings, unfortunately Daytona came out on the short end of this one 6-5. Rubi Silva, Greg Rohan and Nelson Perez did most of the damage for the D-Cubs. They finished a combined 4-for-11 with three doubles, four RBI's and four runs scored. Zach Cates was beat up a bit in his three innings of work as he gave up five runs, four earned as he took a no decision.
A wild one in Tennessee saw the Smokies build a 5-1 lead early in the game only to fall 8-7 to Montgomery. The Smokies pounded out 12 hits, with all but one starter joining the party. Logan Watkins, Michael Brenly, Matthew Cerda, and Nate Samson all had two hits in the losing effort. Matthew Cerda and Justin Bour contributed with home runs as well. Dallas Beeler scattered 11 hits through 5 and 1/3rds of an inning giving up six runs but only three were earned as he walked away with a no decision.
Now that's the definition of a good old fashion pitchers duel right there. In a game that featured only one run, and nine hits, the Iowa Cubs walked off on a wild pitch. Luis Valbuena had 3 of the I-Cubs' six hits with Anthony Rizzo adding two more. Rizzo scored the game winning run in the bottom of the ninth on said wild pitch. The I-Cubs staff was stellar, Rodrigo Lopez, Frankie De La Cruz, and Blake Parker held New Orleans to three hits on the night with Parker getting the victory.
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Turkey Cutlets with Apple Stuffing
For best results, buy stuffing mix that comes in a canister. When we tested this recipe with other types--from a bag or a box--they did not rehydrate as quickly and tended to be dry.
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Level: Easy
Yield: 4 main-dish servings
Serves: 4
- 2 tsp. olive oil
- 1 lb. turkey-breast cutlets
- ¼ tsp. dried thyme
- ¼ tsp. salt
- .13 tsp. ground black pepper
- 1 small onion
- 1 lb. Rome Beauty or Fuji apples
- .67 c. water
- 1½ c. stuffing mix for chicken
- ¼ c. fresh parsley leaves
- In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot. Pat cutlets dry with paper towels and sprinkle thyme, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper on both sides to season. Add cutlets to skillet and cook 4 to 5 minutes or until turkey loses its pink color throughout, turning over once. Transfer turkey to warm plate; cover with foil to keep warm.
- To same skillet, add onion and cook 4 minutes or until onion begins to brown. Add apples and cook 4 minutes longer or until they begin to soften. Add water; heat to boiling over high heat. Stir in stuffing mix until evenly combined; cover skillet and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes.
- To serve, with fork, fluff stuffing and stir in parsley. Serve with cutlets.
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Petco's Green Initiative aims to reduce waste
By Corey Brock / MLB.com
MILWAUKEE -- The Padres weren't at home Tuesday to celebrate Earth Day at Petco Park, though the team's Green Initiative rolls on even when the team is on the road.
The Green Initiative is a comprehensive, proactive and aggressive plan to save energy and reduce waste.
Every area of Petco Park, which opened in 2004, plays a role in waste reduction through programs such as recycle sorting, food waste composting, plastic wrap and foam diversion and cooking oil recycling.
In 2013, the team exceeded their goal of a 75 percent recycling rate at Petco Park, reaching 81 percent by the end of the year.
The Padres have been named the City of San Diego's Recycler of the Year on four occasions, the last in 2013.
Vincent getting noticed as he expands repertoire
MILWAUKEE -- The best kept secret in the Padres' bullpen isn't much of a secret to his teammates or his pitching coach.
Or, quite possibly, the rest of baseball.
Reliever Nick Vincent entered Tuesday's game against the Brewers having retired the last 19 hitters he's faced. He hasn't allowed a hit or a run in his last 6 2/3 innings going back to April 4.
"[His success] is carrying over from last year when he was our go-to guy last year with men on base," said Padres pitching coach Darren Balsley. "He's a huge part of our bullpen, he throws early strikes, there's no fear there and his cutter is one of the best in the game."
But Vincent has certainly evolved into something more than just a one-trick pony since he arrived in the big leagues in 2012.
He ranks fourth in the big leagues in ERA (1.87) among relievers with at least 80 innings since 2014. His 81 2/3 innings can no longer be called a small sample-size.
He's inherited eight baserunners this season and stranded all of them.
In a victory over the Giants on April 19, Vincent struck out the side, getting Buster Posey, Michael Morse and Pablo Sandoval. He got Posey with a cutter and the last two hitters on fastballs.
"His fastball is sneaky, it jumps on guys. The majority of his strikeouts are on his four-seamer. He has an excellent spin rate on his fastball," Balsley said.
"He's using his sinker and changeup more this year. Last year was fastball and cutter. He's starting to expand his repertoire. You can't go up there and sit on one speed, one movement."
Infielder Green acquired from Braves
MILWAUKEE -- The Padres traded for infielder Tyler Greene on Tuesday, plucking him from the Braves' Triple-A affiliate in Gwinnett for a player to be named.
Greene, 30, was acquired to give the team organizational depth now that infielder Ryan Jackson has landed on the disabled list with a right wrist strain. Greene will report to Triple-A El Paso.
There's no timetable for Jackson's return, said Padres assistant general manager A.J. Hinch.
Greene was hitting .200 in 41 plate appearances this season for Gwinnett. He's a career .224 hitter in parts of five big league seasons with the Cardinals, Astros and White Sox.
Greene hit 11 home runs in a combined 330 plate appearances with the Cardinals and Astros in 2012.
Greene appeared in 10 games at shortstop with Gwinnett and that's his primary position, although he can also play second base and third base.
Greene was the 30th overall pick by the Cardinals in the 2005 Draft out of Georgia Tech.
Kelly nears rehab assignment after 41-pitch outing
MILWAUKEE -- Pitcher Casey Kelly threw 41 pitches Tuesday in an extended spring training game in Arizona.
"He said he felt great," said Padres' assistant general manager A.J. Hinch, who spoke to Kelly by phone following his outing at the team's Spring Training facility in Peoria.
Kelly, who is regarded as the Padres' No. 4 prospect according to MLB.com, has been working his way back from Tommy John surgery that he had on April 2, 2013.
Kelly will likely begin his rehabilitation assignment with Class A Advanced Lake Elsinore, located about one hour north of San Diego.
Kelly's rehabilitation from Tommy John surgery has gone relatively well and with few hiccups along the way.
He was scheduled to throw to live hitters on April 5 but told the organization that his elbow was a little sore. But he resumed pitching a few days later.
Kelly hasn't pitched in a real game since making a start for the Padres on Sept. 27, 2012, against the Dodgers.
Short hops
• Fort Wayne infielder Fernando Perez has been named the Player of the Week in the Midwest League. The 20-year-old hit .458 last week for the TinCaps with three doubles, a home run and nine RBIs. Perez is from Otay Ranch High in Chula Vista, which is south of San Diego. He's a native of Ensenada, Mexico.
Corey Brock is a reporter for MLB.com. Keep track of @FollowThePadres on Twitter. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Posters and Election Propaganda
A blog dedicated to the examination of communications in election campaigns, with a focus on posters
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Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Before "Country First" (one of John McCain's slogans in this year's campaign), there was "America First."
Interestingly, this slogan was used in two different years, by two different political parties, in the early twentieth century, and again in 1992 (in a primary campaign).
In 1916, Democrat Woodrow Wilson's campaign employed it in the U.S. presidential campaign. In that election, the slogan was a reference to the Wilson administration having kept the country out of the war in Europe; and the slogan "Wilson, That's All!" had been employed previously in advertisements for a brand of whiskey (according to Michael Beschloss in his American Heritage Illustrated History of The Presidents). Wilson's opponent, Republican Charles Evans Hughes, blamed the concerted "He Kept Us Out of War"/"America First" propaganda effort that so heavily used vivid pictorial posters and billboards for his defeat.
In 1920, it was the Republican campaign for Warren G. Harding that used this slogan, exploiting the public's disillusionment with World War I and its aftermath. One can see the "America First" slogan in Howard Chandler Christy's idealized rendition of Harding with the candidate dramatically making the "V" sign with one hand and holding an American flag with the other.
Patrick Buchanan, who ran for the Republican presidential nomination in 1992, also used the theme "America First." According to Ron Faucheux, "Buchanan's enemies drew unflattering comparisons between his slogan and the same one that had been used a half-century earlier by the 'America First' committee, an isolationist group that opposed U.S. entry into World War II." The "America First" committee's goal had been to prevent the U.S. from entering World War II.
McCain's "Country First" slogan does not imply any isolationism. In the present campaign, McCain is trying to say that the Republican candidate puts the "country" before any political considerations. For example, McCain called for the "surge" in Iraq when this was an unpopular strategy, even among members of his own party.


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Volume 7 Number 51 December 17, 2010
Dear Floridian:
Our recent editions of e-Views have reflected on the accomplishments and important work of our team in the Department of Financial Services. While much good work has been done over the last four years, there is always more to do. It is important that Florida's leaders continue to identify reforms that can and should be continued across administrations.
This edition of eViews addresses just a few key issues that I believe must be considered by the Cabinet and Legislature and are based on reforms and initiatives started during my service as your CFO.
Alex Sink
State of Florida
Achieving the most efficient and effective management of the state's business continues to be hampered by the lack of a state-of-the-art and coordinated accounting and information management system across state government.
In March of 2008, I set forth a Ten Point Plan to bring more accountability, oversight, and transparency to the way our State Board of Administration was governed. The SBA Reform Bill that was signed into law this year includes many of the important recommendations, but more work is left to do to ensure the best governance structure for Florida's $120 billion pension fund.
Florida's elected officials must continue to address the burden of the state's catastrophic risk and work to establish a long-term, strategic vision for addressing hurricane risk in our state. While our state has been lucky to have not had a hurricane in the last five years, we are still in a precarious situation.
Our elected officials must recognize in these tight economic times that Floridians need consumer protection, advocacy and education more than ever.
Our incoming Cabinet Officers should ensure that Florida's state agencies use private sector best practices and expert advice to increase efficiency and lower costs, and encourage state agencies to work together collaboratively in order to best serve the people of Florida.
Florida's officials must ensure that Floridians get the best deal for their taxpayer dollars when buying land for conservation, and especially when leasing Florida's sovereign submerged lands, while still protecting Florida's natural treasures that are key to our state's economy.


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Now that figures for January have come in, it's clear that Gold kicked off the new year with a fresh start and a confident outlook. This past month was the strongest January for Gold in more than 30 years. In addition, prices for the precious metal rose more than 11% in January, the largest gain since August 2011. In a note this week, Ross Norman, chief executive of Sharps Pixley, wrote, "With Gold starting 2012 at a cracking pace … Gold may be poised to set fresh highs this year but earlier than many — ourselves included — would have expected." Gold still is viewed as directly tied to what is going on in Europe, and according to a note sent to investors this week by Commerzbank analysts, "Concerns about Greece and Portugal are keeping demand for Gold high and supporting the price. … The sovereign debt crisis will thus continue to preoccupy the markets for some considerable time yet and should support the Gold price."
During a summit attended by leaders from 27 European Union (EU) states this week, a deal was reached on a permanent rescue fund for the eurozone, with 25 of the 27 European leaders present agreeing to back the German-inspired pact for budgetary discipline. The agreement on the European Stability Mechanism (ESM) – which will be worth about $500 billion euros and will go into effect a full year ahead of the previous timeframe of 2013 – is already being criticized internationally as too small to truly handle the debt exposure. Also coming out of the summit, the countries involved in the agreement have signed up for a tighter fiscal union in which the European Court of Justice had the power to fine countries that don't stick to the budget deficits set by the EU.
There is fear that Portugal will be next in line to receive a bailout once Greece's debt issues have been resolved. Edward Hugh, an economist in Barcelona, said, "It's most likely that Portugal will say that it wants one of those, too." According to Hugh, Portugal "…literally has nothing further to lose, except some of its debt burden." Lisbon, Portugal's largest city, is required to repay 9 billion euros of debt in September 2013.
There was positive news out of Germany this week, where unemployment levels reached a 20-year low in January. Germany's economic expansion has helped soften the blow from the eurozone's broader weakness. However, eurozone unemployment as a whole increased to 10.4%, the highest rate in the history of the EU.
Here in the U.S., the Case-Shiller report released this week showed that housing prices slid by 1.3% in November, with a 3.7% slide year-on-year. While the housing market seems to be improving, most homeowners are not seeing any part of that with the sliding prices, which have dropped to mid-2003 levels. Precious metals added to gains on the news. Also this week, private research group The Conference Board revealed that its Consumer Confidence Index fell from 64.8 to 61.1 in December, lower than the forecast of 68 that economists had anticipated. According to the Conference Board, although consumers were more positive about jobs, they were not as optimistic about their income prospects. The release of the latest unemployment figures on Friday showed that 243,000 new jobs were added in January, which was more than the 121,000 analysts had estimated.
This week, Christopher Wolfe of Fitch Ratings said that U.S. banks will face a continuing trend of erosion or core earnings this year if they do not offset revenue pressures by finding new ways to cut costs. President Barack Obama urged Congress this week to follow his plan to give homeowners a better chance at refinancing with historically low interest rates. The estimated cost of the President's program is between $5 billion and $10 billion, which has Republicans already saying they will not support it. Federal Reserve President Ben Bernanke delivered a speech to Congress on Thursday of this week in which he warned about the risk to the U.S. of a sudden fiscal crisis and expressed his concerns about U.S. economic growth. Mr. Bernanke also defended Fed policy against harsh criticism that recent Fed decisions risked igniting inflation, saying that the decisions were necessary in an economy that is still struggling and that is vulnerable to shocks. Precious metals prices showed solid gains in response to Bernanke's speech.
Pressure from the U.N mounted this week on Syria's president. Arab leaders have urged the U.N. Security Council to help the Syrian people, claiming that Syria has failed to make reforms and that government forces continue to use deadly force against protesters. The uprising in Syria has endured for 10 months, and Western and Arab diplomats are calling for Assad to step down. Also in the Middle East, Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned those who are enforcing an oil embargo against Iran, saying, "Sanctions will not have any impact on our determination to continue our nuclear course. In response to threats of oil embargo and war, we have our own threats to impose at the right time." The comments are expected to continue driving up oil prices. Gold traditionally has a positive correlation with oil, and like oil, geopolitical tension is one of the major driving factors for the price of Gold.
According to banking and financial services group UBS, Gold demand in India is significantly above average this year. India has been the largest Gold consumer in the world in recent years. UBS added that new investors are coming into the Gold market for the first time in three months, thanks largely in part to the potential for quantitative easing. UBS analyst Edel Tully said that such easing could give Gold "explosive ingredients" in 2012. In China, Gold buying set records during the week-long Dragon Lunar New Year holiday. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce released numbers showing that sales of Gold, Silver, and jewelry rose by 57.6% at Caibai, one of Beijing's largest gold dealers. "To most Chinese nowadays, gold is more convenient to cash in than other investment instruments," said Guan Qiang of Caibai.
Gold: Spot Gold prices opened this week at $ 1,734.20. The high was on Friday, February, 3rd at $ 1,765.90, while the low for the week occurred on Monday, January 30th $ 1718.80. Gold ended the week down $7.20 at $1,727.00. This week, the most popular Gold bullion products were 2011 Gold American Eagles, 1 oz. Pamp Suisse Gold Bars, and 2011 1 oz. Gold Maple Leafs.
Silver: Spot Silver prices opened this week at $33.52. Silver reached a high of $34.39 on Friday, February, 3rd , while this week's low for Silver occurred Monday, January 30th at $33.04. Silver ended the week up $0.18 at $33.70. The most popular Silver products on APMEX.com this week were 2011 Silver American Eagles, 2011 Silver Maple Leafs, 1 oz. Silver Buffalo Rounds and 10 oz. APMEX Silver Bars.
Platinum: Spot Platinum prices opened this week at $1614.30 and ended the week up $10.50 at $1,624.80. Popular Platinum products this week included, 1 oz. Platinum Bars, 1/10 oz. Platinum American Eagles, and 1 oz. Platinum American Eagles.
Palladium: Spot Palladium prices opened this week at $688.20 and ended the week up $19.20 at $707.40. Palladium investors preferred 1 oz. Pamp Suisse Palladium Bars and Palladium Canadian Maple Leafs this week at APMEX.com.
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We all know how the mano a mano duel between an iPad and a blender turns out, but what happens when you open up an iPad 2 and then plop it down in some molten lava? That's just what accessory maker ZooGue wanted to find out, so they jumped on a plane to Hawaii and then threw their iPad 2 into a volcano.
The result? Pretty much as you expect: the iPad 2 complains about the heat for awhile, then bursts into flame and melts into metallic goo. It's strangely cathartic, but that's doubtless because it's not my iPad 2.
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Rollins Announces His Return With A Walk-Off Homer
Jimmy Rollins officially announced his return to the Phillies tonight with a 2-run walk-off homer in the bottom of the 9th against the Indians.
It was J-Roll's only hit in two games since coming off the DL. Things looked grim going into that inning as Rollins was just 0 for 4 before that homer, but he hit it when it counted the most and gave his team a 7-6 victory. Welcome back, Jimmy!
Prior to that, the Phillies offense did score some runs, but they still seem to be butting heads with the usual problems; leaving men on base, hitting into double plays and swinging at bad pitches. Both Ryan Howard and Raul Ibanez hit into double plays, the worst of which was by Ibanez in the 6th inning. With two runners on and no outs, Ibanez tapped one back to the mound and they did not score that inning.
But Howard had 2 hits on the night and Jayson Werth had 3, including a homer. Brian Schneider hit his first homer of the year in the 7th and there were a couple extra base hits in the game as well. The Phillies went only 2 for 8 with runners in scoring position, but with J-Roll playing the hero, it was enough to win the game.
The pitching was also interesting as the magical see-saw adventures of Kyle Kendrick continued tonight.
When Kendrick steps to the mound, you just never know what tricks he might pull out of his hat next. This evening's tricks included allowing two 2-run homers to Shin-Soo Choo. Kendrick lasted just 4 innings with 5 runs allowed, although 1 run was unearned after a Chase Utley error.
With Kendrick, the only thing that has been consistent is his inconsistency. And with rumors floating that the Phillies are looking for a starting pitcher, it appears they are growing impatient with not only Kendrick, but JA Happ as well. Happ has not been progressing as quickly with his rehab as the Phillies would like. GM Ruben Amaro Jr. told the Courier Press, ""It's the first time he's ever had this time off, and (he needs to) come back and cut it loose and get back to that old form. He's going to have to get to that point or he can't perform here." Those are strong words from an obviously frustrated GM.
Another player was injured tonight as well; Chad Durbin came up with a right hamstring strain at the beginning of the 9th inning. According to Charlie Manuel after the game, the injury is "pretty serious." Not good news; all we can do is hope he will be okay.
In other news, Greg Dobbs did clear waivers and has been sent to AAA to work on his swing. Hopefully, Dobbs can get back into shape and help out later in the year. I know a lot of people have been complaining about Dobbs, and not without cause, but I am rooting for him to return to his 2008 form when he was probably the best pinch hitter in the league. I have been fortunate to speak with Greg on a number of occasions and he is as nice a guy as you could ever hope to meet. He is great with the fans, unselfish when giving his time and has a good heart. For all those reasons, I wish him well and hope we might see him again soon.
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Davis blasts two homers as O's rout Tigers
DETROIT -- The Orioles' lethal lineup turned in its largest offensive output since Aug. 10, 2010, highlighted by slugger Chris Davis' two-homer, five-RBI afternoon in a dominant 13-3 win over Detroit on Wednesday.
The offensive barrage extended far beyond Davis -- who leads the Majors with an eye-popping 26 homers -- with Taylor Teagarden going deep for a three-run homer and the O's turning out 17 hits, at least one by every starter, as they captured their Major League-leading 16th series win in the process.Full Game Coverage
DETROIT -- The Orioles' lethal lineup turned in its largest offensive output since Aug. 10, 2010, highlighted by slugger Chris Davis' two-homer, five-RBI afternoon in a dominant 13-3 win over Detroit on Wednesday.
The offensive barrage extended far beyond Davis -- who leads the Majors with an eye-popping 26 homers -- with Taylor Teagarden going deep for a three-run homer and the O's turning out 17 hits, at least one by every starter, as they captured their Major League-leading 16th series win in the process.Full Game Coverage
"We are doing a lot of things right," Davis said of the Orioles, who moved to a season-high 11 games over .500. "We are throwing the ball really well, getting some timely hits and scoring some runs. And obviously the defense has been huge as well. I think as a whole, we are playing really well right now."
The victory, in front of 38,574 at Comerica Park, improved the Orioles (42-31) -- owners of the best winning percentage in baseball since July 29, 2012 -- to 22-16 on the road as the club continues to keep pace in a tough American League East. It also improved starter Chris Tillman to 6-0 in seven starts away from Camden Yards, with the 25-year-old picking up his career-high fifth straight winning decision.
"Results-wise, at the end of the day, a win is a win," said Tillman, who went five-plus innings and was charged with three runs. "I should have been better, but at the same time, you have to be happy to come out of Detroit winning the series. These guys have got a good lineup, and we know that. It was a grind for me today. No breaks."
The Orioles' offense didn't let up, scoring seven runs in the final three innings to distance themselves from a Detroit club that entered the day having allowed the fewest home runs in the AL. The Tigers, with quality starts in 21 of their past 24 outings coming in, surrendered a season high in runs. Baltimore started things off with a six-run fourth inning off starter Rick Porcello.
Nick Markakis opened the frame with a single and, one out later, Davis connected for a first-pitch opposite-field homer. The two-run blast gave Davis -- who doubled in a run in a three-run seventh -- his 25th homer of the year, and he hit No. 26, a two-run shot off Jose Valverde, as part of a four-run ninth.
"I think we found ourselves a DH finally," manager Buck Showalter said with a grin, as Davis started his first game of the season at designated hitter on Wednesday. "But he's been solid, he's just been very consistent in his approach and his at-bats. He's got a routine that he's really confident in, and he doesn't let one game that everything doesn't fall in place snowball."
Davis didn't get a full swing on his first homer, but he made up for it with his knock off Valverde, which came on a split-finger fastball. Asked if the pitch didn't split, Davis quipped: "It split, right into my barrel."
Teagarden put a good swing on Porcello's 1-0 fastball one out after Davis' homer in the fourth, sending the offering into the left-field stands. Sidelined for five weeks with a dislocated thumb, Teagarden picked up his second hit of the season and his first three RBIs, also scoring J.J. Hardy and Ryan Flaherty.
"It makes me feel like Adam Jones for an inning or two," Teagarden said of the blast. "I'm just driving in runs and helping the team win. There's obviously superstars on this team, but there are guys who want to help the team out every chance they get, so to get a hit like that, it means the world. Obviously winning the game is the biggest thing, so we held on to that lead and added on, and that was great."
Tillman benefited from the offense and battled his way through a 101-pitch outing. He didn't have a clean inning until the fifth, but used his defense to keep Detroit in check early. Teagarden threw out Austin Jackson at second base to erase a leadoff single in the first, and Tillman pitched around a pair of singles in the second and a third-inning walk before Detroit scored on a pair of fourth-inning doubles.
"I think it was a battle from the get-go," Tillman said. "I really didn't have a feel for a single pitch today. It was a battle, but I think Teagarden really did a good job of getting me through there."
Tillman exited after a leadoff single to Victor Martinez and a walk to Jhonny Peralta in the sixth, with Showalter summoning lefty T.J. McFarland to the mound. McFarland allowed the pair of inherited runners to score, but went on to toss two scoreless innings following that to bridge to right-hander Pedro Strop.
The Orioles chased Porcello from the game after six innings, with reliever Darin Downs then allowing a single to Nate McLouth and a walk to Manny Machado before giving way to righty Evan Reed in the seventh. A double steal put the pair in scoring position, and McLouth -- who set a career high with 24 stolen bases -- scored on Adam Jones' infield single. The Orioles scored against all three of the arms who followed Porcello.
"We were fortunate," Showalter said. "Porcello is a good pitcher. He's coming off some good outings, so timing's everything. You're fortunate when you catch guys like him and [Justin] Verlander not carrying their usual challenge that they present."
"This is not any type of a criticism, but when you get two starts from your starters back to back where they weren't successful starts for them, it usually spells two losses," Tigers manager Jim Leyland said. "That's just the way it is."
Brittany Ghiroli is a reporter for MLB.com. Read her blog, Britt's Bird Watch, and follow her on Twitter @britt_ghiroli.