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The Sarasota County Commission last week sent the Florida Department of Transportation a letter supporting the latest option for pedestrian safety on a 1-mile section of Midnight Pass Road, but with modifications.
The letter stated that option, presented Dec. 6 during an FDOT public meeting at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church on the Key, was for four crosswalks with painted islands in the center turn lane of Midnight Pass Road between the Beach Road and Stickney Point Road intersections.
However, the letter asked FDOT not to use the suggested "paddle signs" its staff had proposed, to warn drivers to watch out for pedestrians in the crosswalks. Without those signs, the letter states, "We believe (this) would be an acceptable solution … keeping the middle lane free from obstructions."
The County Commission also asked FDOT to consider lowering the speed limit on that section of Midnight Pass Road from 35 mph to 30 mph.
If FDOT would not put in the painted crosswalks without the paddle signs, the letter concludes, "We would support … the option of doing nothing."
During a straw poll conducted during the Dec. 6 FDOT meeting, 51% of about 120 Key residents attending the meeting said they preferred FDOT take no action to improve pedestrian safety on the affected portion of Midnight Pass Road, in lieu of FDOT's original proposal for 10 pedestrian islands.
However, in response to public request, FDOT staff said a pedestrian crossing count it had undertaken after Thanksgiving indicated sufficient demand for the department to place the four painted crosswalks at the Palm Bay Club, Peppertree Bay, Excelsior and Siesta Royale condominium complexes, if the public preferred that option. During the straw poll, 39% of the participants voted in favor of it.
The Pelican Press reported Dec. 8 that FDOT staff had indicated another pedestrian count would be taken in March, once season is fully under way on the Key. However, Brian Bollas, planning and environmental manager for Parsons Brinckerhoff, an FDOT consultant, said Dec. 15 that although he might have referred during the Dec. 6 meeting to a public request for that count, no such count is planned.
The crosswalk option, without the paddle signs but with the lowered speed limit, is the option the Siesta Key Condominium Association also prefers.
Walt Olson, vice president of the association, said his group remains opposed to the new option as long as the paddle signs are part of it. He said many of the people attending the Dec. 6 meeting did not understand that option fully, especially in regard to the signs. He is working to make sure residents of the condominiums along the affected part of Midnight Pass Road understand clearly what FDOT has proposed.
Olson said the condo association opposes the paddle signs because, although emergency vehicles could knock them down, regular traffic lawfully could not do so for any reason. Additionally, the signs would impede the ability of drivers pulling out of condo complexes to use the center lane for making left-hand turns into traffic.
Finally, Olson said, the association members feel signs that would light up at each end of the crosswalks, after a push of a button by a pedestrian, would be adequate to make drivers aware of the pedestrians.
FDOT will be sending another survey to all the residents of the 34 condo complexes along the 1-mile section of the road. Bollas said that mailing should go out Dec. 23, with the residents allowed two weeks to complete the survey and return their cards.
An earlier postcard survey offered three options along with the suggestion FDOT do nothing. The first option was for the 10 pedestrian islands.
The second was to install four pedestrian islands along the road where FDOT counts showed the highest number of pedestrian crossings, and the third was to install overhead warning signs facing northbound traffic at the Stickney Point Road intersection and southbound traffic at the Beach Road intersection.
Radar sign installation under way
The installation of new radar signs began in Sarasota County last week, said Chris Hauber, technical specialist in the county's Mobility/Traffic Engineering Office.
Those signs, which will be similar to one installed on Orange Avenue near the U.S. 41 intersection, should be appearing shortly on Siesta Key, Hauber said. The contractor had hoped to get them in Dec. 16; however, Hauber reported Monday that the contractor had run into some unforeseen problems.
"I've been told they may be installed this week," Hauber added, but he cautioned the contractor may not be able to get all six in place before a planned holiday break for employees.
Hauber had been alerted Dec. 15 about the first signs going in, he said, because "I've got to follow along behind them and program (the signs)."
County staff was working with the Florida Department of Transportation on the site for one of the signs on the Key, he said, because it would go in FDOT right of way.
The solar-powered signs will collect data about speed trends. Hauber previously said information could be shared with the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office if deputies wanted to use it to determine how to utilize patrol officers more effectively.


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Suitors lining up for Cabrera
At least five teams reportedly in the mix for young slugger
By Joe Frisaro / MLB.com
MLB.com has learned there are a minimum of five teams vying for the services of the Marlins' 24-year-old slugger.
While the Angels are regarded as the front-runner, the Dodgers are showing lukewarm interest. A third team exploring ways to obtain Cabrera is the White Sox. The clubs have had some discussions, and the two other teams have not been disclosed.
Previously, the Rangers and Giants showed interest in the Marlins third baseman, but neither team now is considered in the mix.
White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen, like Cabrera, is a Venezuela native. The two have been close friends for years. When the Marlins won the World Series in 2003, Cabrera's rookie season, Guillen was the third-base coach.
Marlins president of baseball operations Larry Beinfest and a majority of the team's front-office officials arrived in Nashville for the Winter Meetings on Monday afternoon. With the entire league converged in Nashville, the Marlins will explore as many scenarios for Cabrera as possible.
Cabrera, 24, is a four-time All-Star who has already established himself as one of the most feared hitters in the game. The Marlins have had strong discussions in recent weeks with the Angels. Those discussions have centered on luring in second baseman Howie Kendrick, catcher Jeff Mathis and at least one starting pitcher, perhaps Double-A right-hander Nick Adenhart.
Florida has a blanket policy of seeking to return pitching in any trade it makes. Considering the high market value of a superstar like Cabrera, the club feels it can garner at least one quality arm in return.
The Marlins ideally would like to address center field as well, and Reggie Willits is under consideration.
While the Marlins are expected to aggressively try to deal Cabrera at the Winter Meetings, the club has already started conversations regarding its arbitration-eligible players.
In all, Florida has eight players up for arbitration, including Cabrera. However, the Marlins are not expected to attempt to sign the slugger, who is coming off a .320 season during which he belted 34 home runs and drove in 119 runs.
Cabrera made $7.4 million in 2007, and he is in line to earn more than $10 million in '08.
As the Marlins weigh all options for Cabrera, they also are in the process of dealing with their other arbitration-eligible players.
Last week, Florida officials contacted agent Matt Sosnick about three of his clients who are going through arbitration. Sosnick represents Dontrelle Willis, Sergio Mitre and now reliever Justin Miller.
Also up for Florida are catchers Miguel Olivo and Matt Treanor, along with infielder/outfielder Alfredo Amezaga and closer Kevin Gregg. Olivo is not expected back, and the organization views Treanor as a backup.
For now, the Marlins intend on keeping Willis, unless the club receives a trade offer too inviting to pass up.
Willis and Mitre are projected to be part of the 2008 rotation, while Miller is coming off a strong season in a setup role.
The Marlins are striving to upgrade their rotation, and the team is exploring internal options. According to a National League source, Florida is weighing whether to use left-hander Renyel Pinto as a starter instead of a reliever. Pinto made 57 relief appearances in 2007, and he is currently pitching in the Venezuelan Winter League.
The agent of Marlins pitching prospect Brett Sinkbeil was at the Winter Meetings on Monday. Representative Darek Braunecker said his client is coming off a solid season in the Hawaii Winter Baseball.
Pitching for North Shore Honolulu, Sinkbeil went 3-1 with a 1.64 ERA in eight games, with seven starts. In all, the right-hander threw 33 innings, striking out 24 while walking 16.
A first-round selection in the 2006 First-Year Player Draft, Sinkbeil pitched at Class A Jupiter this past season, finishing 6-4 with a 3.42 ERA in 14 starts.
Sinkbeil was injured during the year, suffering a lower back injury while doing a leg press in the weight room.
Sinkbeil will be invited to the Marlins' Spring Training camp in February, but he is expected to open the season at Double-A Carolina. The right-hander has been primarily a starter, but there is a chance he could be switched to the bullpen.
Joe Frisaro is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.

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Wanted to create a poll to determine who Raptor fans should try and target as their SF next season. I've heard ideas like trading for Gay, or making an offer for Batum, or drafting a SF. What direction would you take if you were Bryan and why?
Wanted to create a poll to determine who Raptor fans should try and target as their SF next season. I've heard ideas like trading for Gay, or making an offer for Batum, or drafting a SF. What direction would you take if you were Bryan and why?
I have to say draft. I would prefer if Barnes fell to us, but its not very likely.
I feel like we should use our cap room next year to sign a big name PG, so I dont say we use up to much cap-room now.
the MKG bandwagon. I think his outside shot is going to be an issue.
I'm voting Rudy Gay because I think he's the best option personally.. I think Portland will match any offer for Batum, and I'm not too happy with either PJ3 or TJones at the 8th (assuming Barnes is gone by then). I really don't want to see us start the season with JJ or Kleiza either. That would just depress me.
I voted for Rudy Gay.
I really like Batum, but expect Portland to match just about any offer.
I doubt any player available at #8 will be as good as Gay. There will be some high risk/reward picks, but Gay gives the team a very solid all around starter at SF, while also providing the veteran presence that BC/DC have said they are targeting. Barnes might have the best chance at causing Toronto to shy away from trading for Gay, but I highly doubt he'd be ready to start at SF for a few seasons, so the draft is hardly the most effective way for the Raps to "hit the ground running" next season.
I fully expect Kleiza to be kept as the backup SF. I would also guess that any trade for Gay would include JJ being shipped to Memphis (he's a young, cheap, SF replacement with an expiring contract; no long-term money unless he earns it next season).
I see three potentially solid trade options, depending just how badly Memphis wants to clear cap space (to re-sign Mayo and others) and also depending what other offers come their way. I see Toronto and Sacramento as the only teams that can offer Memphis all 3 things they are likely looking for in a trade for Gay: significant cap space, high lottery pick and good/young/cheap talent.
Trade 1 - High Motivation to Deal
To Memphis: JJ & Davis/Amir & #8
To Toronto: Gay & #25
Trade 2 - Medium Motivation to Deal
To Memphis: JJ & Davis/Amir & #8
To Toronto: Gay
Trade 3 - Low Motivation to Deal or Higher Competition
To Memphis: DeRozan & JJ & Davis/Amir & #8
To Toronto: Gay & #25
--> this is the trade I expect has the greatest chance of actually happening, to satisfy both teams
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*Surprise!* - Trade for Rudy Gay.
Gay is established and I still think he has upside - especially on the defensive end with his athletic ability and 7'3" wingspan. Of the options, he is by far the 'surest' bet. Trading for him also gives the Raptors the most options to round out the roster as well with sign and trades, bird rights, mid level exception, and traded player exception all in play.
Batum eliminates all the flexibility to add to the roster. He is far from 100% certain to sign with Toronto. Portland is far from 100% certain to let him leave. To get him would require significant overpaying given restricted free agency. While he has shown incredible flashes, he is still not a proven commodity.
Moving up for MKG would require sending out assets for a player with no certainly he will excel in the NBA. MKG and DeMar on the wings would likely be one of the worst 3 point threat in the league. MKG does nothing to address needs of the team offensively. Defensively it appears he would be phenomenal.
the ball. actually i figured derozan would be part of the deal. i know that one is unrealistic but after watching mkgs huge 24 and 19 game i jumped on and never got off. that kid could shoot someone and i would make an excuse for him.
right now i would be surprised if there isn't gay to toronto talk and bryan wouldn't be doing his job if there wasn't.
the same lines. The Raps would still have #37, #56, 2013 1st & 2nd rounders and the option of "buying" late 1st rounders, all in an attempt to move up from #25, without having to giveup any additional players.
The Raps would still have about $4M in cap space available after a DD/JJ/Davis-Gay trade, in addition to their exceptions (MLE & Vet) and the Barbosa TPE. Bottom line is there would be plenty of options available to BC to replace DeRozan and further improve the roster.
Batum for the reasons mentioned by others: cheaper and very comparable skill-wise. Comes with less 'baggage' in terms of having already been a primary option in Memphis (as in, I'd prefer to continue seeing this team grow organically in terms of who becomes the alpha/beta dogs, and I'm 98% sure that Gay immediately expects/is given that role if they acquire him).
If Batum is unattainable -- and I agree that Portland sounds like they will match -- then Gay is #2.
The draft, to me, is an "if all else fails" scenario. IMO, they should be going all out to acquire a PG (either a replacement starter for Calderon or a solid young option to take over for him within the next season or two (Nash, Dragic and Lowry should be primary targets) and SF (Batum and Gay are obvious targets). Use the #8 in any combo of assets necessary to get those two spots filled.
Anybody they draft at #8 this year, unless someone drops unexpectedly, won't likely start and won't markedly help the team make the playoffs, IMO.
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The big concern I have with going for Batum over Gay first in priority is that Memphis would have to unload salary prior to July 1 to get under luxury tax. If we waited to see if Batum can be acquired, the Gay-ship would have sailed by then.
That's why I think we need to try and get Gay first.. and if that does not work out, then try and make an offer for Batum in free agency.
the trade for Gay, deal away/amnesty Amir (package him & #25 to dump him?), and then try and sign Batum too??? If Amir is dumped, the Raps would have about $10M in cap space to go after Batum... I want THIS lineup!
C: Valanciunas
PF: Bargnani
SF: Gay, Kleiza
SG: Batum, Forbes
PG: Calderon
In that scenario, the Raps would still have #37 & #56 picks, MLE, Vet exception and Barbosa TPE.
I just don't understand Trade 3, or any proposal for that matter that involves DeRozan outgoing in a trade that gets us a SF. Toronto is targeting a starting SF because that's a glaring hole in our roster. Shipping out DeRozan just creates the same problem at the SG spot. For example if we were to do Trade 3 above, then who is our starting SG next season? Gary Forbes? Jerryd Bayless? Yes maybe we get someone via free agency or trade but isn't that exactly the position we're in now with the SF spot? Besides I still like DeRozans upside and young age and I think that Trade 3 above is hugely lopsided against us, to the point of being ludicrous. DeRozan has the potential to be as good or better than Gay, so to also give them JJ, Davis/Amir, and the 8th pick? Colangelo would never make that deal.
In order of prefference:
1- Sign and Trade for Batum, a direct signing sounds very unprobbable
2- Move Up to get MKG
3- Trade for Rudy Gay
4- Draft a SF like PJIII
5- Keep the starters and wait o draft Dario Saric in 2013
the proper assets last year to make a deal, now we do.
the idea of using the TPE and perhaps #56 pick to acquire Wilson Chandler from Denver. Kleiza can backup PF/SF, Chandler can backup SF/SG, Forbes can backup SG/PG. A backup PG can be acquired with the #37 pick or the MLE. Re-sign Uzoh to a minimum contract as an emergency 3rd string PG, Gray to vet min as backup C and suddenly the only thing missing is a backup PF.
C: Valanciunas, Gray
PF: Bargnani, Kleiza
SF: Gay, Kleiza, Chandler, Batum
SG: Batum, Chandler, Forbes
PG: Calderon, ???, Forbes, Uzoh
Needs: backup PF, backup PG
Assets Available: #37, MLE, 2013 1st & 2nd round picks
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Jimmy Reed
Jimmy Reed ranks as one of the most popular and significant bluesmen of the postwar era.
No one, save B.B. King, so effectively reached both black and white audiences in the Fifties and Sixties. His most popular songs are indelible in their simplicity and accessibility. They include such classics of the genre as "Big Boss Man," "Bright Lights, Big City," "Baby What You Want Me to Do" and "Ain't That Lovin' You Baby." But that just scratches the surface of a very prolific artist who recorded extensively throughout his lifetime.
Jimmy Reed was born Mathis James Reed on September 6, 1925, in Dunleith, Mississippi, one of 10 children in a sharecropping family. Reed and Eddie Taylor were raised together from the age of seven, and Taylor gave Reed his first guitar lessons. The two played together well into the Sixties.
Reed moved to Gary, Indiana, in 1948. Then, in the summer of 1950, he quit his job at an iron foundry and began devoting himself to music. Unlike a lot of his Chicago contemporaries, Reed performed in a more relaxed, measured style typified by foot-tapping rhythms and a casual vocal delivery. He played guitar and harmonica, strumming time with the former and adding riffs and solos on the latter.
In 1953, Reed signed with a new label, Vee Jay Records. Two years later, in March 1955, his recording of "You Don't Have to Go" became a Top Five R&B hit. It was a prototypical Jimmy Reed recording, featuring him and Taylor on guitar and Earl Phillips on drums. The following year, Reed hit with "Ain't That Lovin' You Baby," which reached Number Seven on the R&B charts.
Many more hits followed, as Reed scored a remarkable 18 Top 20 R&B hits on Vee-Jay between 1955 and 1961. The highest-charting of these was his classic "Bright Lights, Big City," which rose to Number Three in September 1961. At the same time, he entered the pop charts on a dozen occasions, his most notable success being "Baby What You Want Me to Do."
Reed's success inspired a legion of admiring and imitative blues singers. The relaxed, rural quality of his work came naturally to south Louisiana bluesmen like Slim Harpo, Whispering Smith and Lazy Lester. By 1962, Reed was attracting a new group of fans he could hardly have imagined.
The Rolling Stones covered "Honest I Do" on their first album and wrote "The Spider and the Fly" for their second album in direct emulation of Reed. Van Morrison and Them recorded "Bright Lights, Big City." The Pretty Things cut "Big Boss Man." Back in America, Reed's influence extended to such groups as the Grateful Dead, who performed his songs in their jugband days and recorded "Big Boss Man" on a 1971 live album. And Reed's bittersweet, high-end harmonica blowing left an indelible mark on the playing of both Stevie Wonder and Bob Dylan.
Reed continued recording and performing into the Seventies, but his career was hampered by health and drinking problems. On August 29, 1976, Reed died after suffering an epileptic seizure at age 51. In music writer Pete Welding's words, the lasting appeal of Jimmy Reed's music stems from the fact that "it was honest and simple. . . and it drew its strength from the authenticity and clarity of Reed's observations about the everyday affairs of ordinary people."
Mathias James Reed aka Jimmy Reed (vocals, guitar, harmonica, songwriter; September 6, 1925 – August 29, 1976)


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Items by Casey O'Malley
Do Boy Scouts fret too much about gays and not enough about some of their ill-trained youth leaders?
Questioning a recent court decision after a black bear killed a young boy in Utah.
A growing coalition hopes to halt a proposed gondola over public land between two ski resorts.


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CARSON, Calif. -- LA Galaxy Academy product Jacob Muchnick was among the 36 players selected by U.S. U-14 Boys National Team head coach Tony Lepore for their training camp in Lakewood Ranch, Florida from Feb. 1 to Feb. 9.
During the training camp, the players will train twice during the day while also taking on local club sides on Feb. 5 before ending the camp with a match against the U.S. U-17 Residency side on Feb. 8.
To date, Muchnick is one of the rising stars of the Galaxy U-13/14 side with one goal in 10 appearances for LA's youngest Development Academy team.
The complete roster is below.
GOALKEEPERS: Alexander Budnik (Sockers FC; Arlington Heights, Ill.), Chandler Cree (CASL RailHawks Academy; Cary, N.C.), Quantrell Jones (Baltimore Celtics; Baltimore, Md.), Hunter Pinho (PDA; Cranford, N.J.)
DEFENDERS: Charlie Asensio (Georgia United; Rosewell, Ga.), Coby Atkinson (Boca United; Sunrise, Fla.), Zico Bailey (Las Vegas Heat; Las Vegas, Nev.), Connor Hester (Braddock Road; Middleburg, Va.), John Hilton (Chivas USA; Long Beach, Calif.), Jaylin Lindsey (Charlotte SA; Charlotte, N.C.), Dorian Morrison (FC Golden State; Chino Hills, Calif.), Ian Murphy (FC Golden State; Redlands, Calif.), Carlo Ritaccio (BW Gottschee; Westbury, N.Y.), Tyler Shaver (NYSC; Riverside, Conn.), Chandler Vaughn (D.C. United; Woodbridge, Va.)
MIDFIELDERS: George Acosta (Weston FC; Miami, Fla.), Carlos Anguiano Dias (Chivas USA; Los Angeles, Calif.), Pablo Arias (New York Red Bulls; Ledgewood, N.J.), Jake Arteaga (LAFA; Glendora, Calif.), Andrew Carleton (United Futbol Academy; Powder Springs, Ga.), Jon Paul Fernandez (BSC; Stamford, Conn.), Seth Kuhn (PA Classics; Wyomissing, Pa.), Jacob Muchnick (LA Galaxy; Newport Beach, Calif.), Matteo Ritaccio (BW Gottschee; Westbury, N.Y.), Amos Shapiro-Thompson (New England Revolution; Worthington, Mass.), Sean Zawadzki (Crew Soccer Academy; Olmsted Falls, Ohio), Jesus Sahagun (Weston FC; Miami, Fla.)
FORWARDS: Wilmer Cabrera (Colorado Rapids; Aurora, Colo.), Jalen James (Dallas Texans; Dallas, Texas), Niccolo Lemoine (Ballistic USC; Pleasanton, Calif.), Ricky Mendez (Marin FC Alliance; San Rafael, Calif.), Joshua Sargent (St. Louis Scott Gallagher Missouri; O'Fallon, Mo.), Travian Sousa (Ballistic USC; Lanthrow, Calif.), Arturo Vasquez (LAFA; Mira Loma, Calif.), Timothy Weah (New York Red Bulls; Rosedale, N.Y.), Tristan Weber (United FC; San Clemente, Calif.)


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This is good news: Local News – Great Falls Tribune – www.greatfallstribune.com.
HELENA ? A new law allows students to carry their asthma inhalers with them at school rather than run breathlessly to the school nurse for treatment, the state Health Department announced last week.
Dr. Richard Buswell, a Helena physician who treats patients with allergies and asthma, said the new law is a good thing "because sometimes the (nurse's) office is closed where the medicine has been held and the child didn't have access to it."
This is good news for all these kids with asthma. Who knows, maybe someday a kid with a mild headache, or a wrist sprain will be able to get a tylenol.


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Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the Kitchen Innovations Awards program recognizes foodservice equipment and technology that increase energy efficiency, waste reduction, and more for the foodservice industry.
The National Restaurant Association today announced the 24 recipients of its 2014 Kitchen Innovations Awards, which honor equipment and technology that specifically improves the back-of-the-house operations. This year's winners address such areas as waste reduction, energy conservation and enhanced sanitation, as well as increased efficiency with equipment that employs hybrid cooking techniques and reduced cooking times.
Following is a list of the 2014 Kitchen Innovation Award recipients and a brief description of their products as provided by the National Restaurant Association.
KI Award recipients were chosen by an independent panel of industry experts, including:
Each recipient and their product will be showcased in the interactive Kitchen Innovations Pavilion at the 2014 National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show®, held from May 17-20 in Chicago.


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Centerville • A passel of those who rarely if ever show up at church attended Vicar Lyn Briggs' Saturday service.
But that wasn't the reason it was so special. Nor was it because whimpering, yelping, heavy panting and even a few barks replaced the usual organ music.
The Blessing of the Beasts at the Episcopal Church of the Resurrection was exceptional because it allowed the faithful to celebrate with all their family, including those with paws and hooves.
"It's so joyous," said Briggs, commenting on the people-pet tradition. "And I connect with people where they feel the most love and the least conflict in their lives."
This year 17 animals attended the church's annual service honoring St. Francis of Assisi, the 13th century friar often seen in pictures surrounded by wolves and birds.
Families dropped by the Centerville church with a horse and two cats along with the usual pack of dogs. Also invited were lizards, guinea pigs and all other animals regardless of denomination but they were no-shows this year, on a fittingly bluebird day.
Biggs greeted many by name: Fenway, the happy golden retriever; Milly, the part corgi donning a Utes sweater; Stubby, a butterscotch-colored mutt; and Layton, the sullen orange and white cat that swiped at a few curious dogs from inside his Pet Taxi carrier.
"He hasn't been blessed before," noted Paul Calef, "and he needs it."
Sissy, an almost-4-month-old German shepherd, was the youngest and fidgeted through the formalities.
Beagle Quincy had missed the blessing at his Salt Lake City parish last weekend, so owners Greg Colf and Stephen Burch brought the retired University of Utah test-lab dog to Briggs' service.
"Animals are a big part of our lives, and I like belonging to a church that recognizes that," said Colf.
Rys Harwood wrangled Freckles, a cheerful Shih Tzu adopted earlier this year. The 10-year-old's mother, Katie, said getting a benediction at the family parish showed "He's part of the family."
The ceremony completed, Freckles headed back to the car grinning, a snippet of tongue lolling from the side of his mouth.
Stormy, a one-eyed gray horse, dozed through the proceedings. His owner, Anne Blankenship, explained he was losing teeth and might not be around for next year's special prayers.
"If he's going to make it through the winter," she said, "he's sure going to need a blessing."
The celebration continues through the usual Sunday morning service. That's where children can bring their stuffed animals for a blessing, and departed or fussy pets represented in a photo can receive a benediction.
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More blessings ahead
At the Episcopal Church of the Resurrection, the celebration continues Sunday. At the 10 a.m. service, children can bring their stuffed animals for a blessing, and departed or stay-at-home pets can be blessed via photo. The church is at 1131 S. Main St., Centerville.
St. Stephen Episcopal Church, 4615 S. 3200 West, West Valley City, will have its Blessing of the Beasts in the church cats on one side, dogs on the other during the regular 11 a.m. Sunday service.
All Saints Episcopal Church will welcome pets to 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and noon services on Oct. 14. The church is located at 1710 Foothill Drive, Salt Lake City.


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Health care delivery evolves as advances in medical practice occur and the health care environment changes. Recent imperatives to reduce cost, improve value, and enhance patient-related outcomes are amongst the most salient forces driving change in health care delivery. After two decades of dramatic growth fueled by research that established the high prevalence, untoward consequences, and treatment benefits of sleep disorders, the field of Sleep Medicine faces archetypal challenges in this period of health care change.
The specialty of Sleep Medicine has developed over the last two-and-a-half decades amidst protean changes in our healthcare system. For some, sleep medicine occupies a portion of their practice, while others practice sleep medicine exclusively. Sleep medicine is truly an interdisciplinary field, including physicians from seven different specialties in both academic and private practice settings. Realizing this diversity, we sought to characterize aspects of our field including demographics, practice models, and compensation structure. To obtain this pilot information, the AASM Board of Directors contracted a consulting firm to survey AASM members. Between April 26 and May 15, 2012, McKinley Advisors, with input from the AASM Board of Directors, sent an online survey to 5,554 AASM members with working email addresses. In total, 753 (about 14%) of these members completed or partially completed the survey, a response rate considered better than usual for a physician group. As is often the case with pilot surveys, conclusions should be made with caution. For example, the Board judged that, due to the marked differences in practice styles, locations, and compensation structure and methods, the compensation data had limited utility. However, the survey provided substantial additional information that we feel is useful that we wanted to share with our membership.
The majority of the respondents (86%) were between the ages of 36–65 years old, including 35% who were 36–45 years old, 28% 46–55 years old, and 23% 56–65 years old. Most (77%) of the respondents were male. Among the respondents, 93% reported holding board certification in sleep medicine: 28% through the American Board of Sleep Medicine, 29% through the American Board of Medical Specialties, and 36% through both boards. Primary board certifications were from the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM, 51%), the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN, 31%), the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP, 8%), the American Board of Otolaryngology (4%), the American Board of Family Medicine (3%), the American Board of Anesthesiology (2%), and other boards (2%). Respondents practicing entirely at academic institutions, as opposed to having at least part of their practice outside such settings, appeared more likely to have primary certification from the ABPN (39% vs. 29%) or the ABP (20% vs. 4%), and less likely to have primary certification from the ABIM (37% vs. 55%). The percentage of respondents who had practiced sleep medicine for only 1–5 years was high (31%) relative to those who had practiced for 6–10 years (23%), 11–15 years (17%), 16–25 years (21%), or longer (9%). The high proportion of recent sleep specialists (practicing 1–5 years) was more pronounced in academic settings (40%) than non-academic settings (27%).
Respondents indicated that they practiced in the South (41%), Midwest (23%), Northeast (23%), or West (20%). No single U.S. state was represented by more than 8% of the respondents. Respondents who practiced in clinical private practices (49%) outnumbered those in community hospitals (38%) and academic medical centers (34%). Only 19% practiced in free-standing sleep centers, 9% in independent diagnostic testing facilities, 8% in government institutions, and 3% in other settings. Those in the Northeast were most likely to practice in an academic medical center (50%) than any other type of facility. Those from the South and West were most likely to practice in a clinical private practice setting (60% and 56% respectively).
Sleep medicine physicians' patients are generally covered under private or commercial insurance (49%) and a majority (over 50%) require a referral (56%). About half of the respondents (52%) indicated that they treat pediatric patients.
The proportion of working hours dedicated to the sleep medicine activities varied widely among respondents. About one-third of respondents indicated they spend more than 75% of their working hours participating in sleep medicine activities. Forty-five percent replied that they dedicate 50% to 75% of their time on the same. A minority (18%) spend one-quarter or less of their working hours on sleep medicine activities. Respondents from academic settings and those from the West region were more likely to indicate spending a greater percentage of their time on activities related to sleep medicine.
The average number of hours per week spent on sleep medicine activity was reported to be 44 hours. The greatest numbers of hours was spent on clinical activities, namely clinical consultations (averaging 20 hours per week) and interpretation of sleep studies (averaging 12 hours per week). Nonclinical activities, such as teaching, research, and outreach, occupied a small proportion of respondents' time. It is of note that a majority of respondents indicated significant involvement in sleep studies. Sixty-two percent indicated they had interpreted more than 350 studies in 2011. Twenty-three percent interpreted between 151 and 350 studies, and only 13% interpreted fewer than 150 studies last year.
One of four respondents indicated that the practice of sleep medicine provided most of their income (> 90%), and one-third indicated that sleep medicine accounted for less than one-third of their income. Compensation structure varied widely according to the practice type (academic vs. non-academic). One-third of the respondents indicated that their compensation was based partly on performance, mostly clinical productivity. Quality measures were included in determining compensation in 6% of the respondents only.
Although the overall response rate to the survey was low, there was good representation of respondents from all geographic areas, from a full range of practice settings, and representation from both genders, with a male predominance consistent with other fields. The survey indicated the diverse nature of sleep medicine, with representation of specialists from multiple medical disciplines and including a large number (particularly more recently trained individuals) of individuals practicing in academic settings. In reviewing the survey findings, there are several findings worth special consideration in relationship to changes in our field: subspeciality representation and our pipeline; the proportion of time sleep specialists spend in sleep medicine vs other areas; the proportion of time (and income associated with) sleep study interpretations; and compensation structures to enhance the quality of sleep medicine.
The low proportion of specialists with board certification in pediatrics, concomitant with a majority of respondents reporting that their practice includes pediatric patients, points to a potential dearth of pediatric specialists engaged in the practice of sleep medicine. The AASM, in collaboration with pediatric organizations may consider further evaluating the work force needed to best address the needs of children with sleep disorders.
The survey indicated that sleep specialists vary considerably in the proportion of time spent specifically on sleep medicine activities. This may indicate a vulnerability in the field: if incentives to practice sleep medicine significantly change, practitioners may be routed to other areas, reducing the availability of sleep medicine services.
The survey identified that approximately one-third of sleep medicine-related activities is spent in sleep study interpretation and that overseeing the conduct of sleep studies is a large component of the practice of sleep medicine. As approaches for using laboratory-based vs home-based technologies change, the amount of time and effort spent by sleep medicine specialists on laboratory-based diagnostic testing (as well as compensation derived from this activity) is likely to decrease. This change indicates a need to re-vision the practice of sleep medicine, potentially repartitioning the time spent on diagnostic-, intervention-, management-, teaching- and research-related activities. Although one solution would be for individual practitioners to increase the total volume of diagnostic tests conducted, which would require new systems for improving various efficiencies without compromising quality, other responses would involve new care paths that more explicitly emphasize chronic disease management and patient education. The latter approach is consistent with the current "value-based" goals of health care reform. To make this possible, "value" needs to be recognized and systems need to be in place to allow it to be measured. In this light, the small minority (6%) of practitioners who report that their compensation is tied to quality metrics identifies an opportunity to further align the practice of sleep medicine with quality metrics and compensation structures that support the delivery of high quality sleep medicine specialty services that have a high impact of patient-related outcomes. Furthermore, the finding that most survey respondents currently spend only a fraction of their time on non-clinical activities (including teaching, research, and outreach) indicates the potential for sleep medicine practitioners to design careers where such activities play a more prominent role.
The authors have indicated no financial conflicts of interest.
Redline S; Badr MS; Chervin R. A snapshot of the practice of sleep medicine: a survey solicited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. J Clin Sleep Med 2013;9(2):175–176.


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This time around Weezy rapped on college and professional football, college and professional basketball, and his favorite (watch his childlike excitement), skateboarding.
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-- Robert Preidt
TUESDAY, Jan. 8 (HealthDay News) -- American doctors spend
nearly 11 percent of their careers with malpractice claims waiting
to be resolved, new research indicates.
But the analysis of data from a large national malpractice
insurance agency also revealed that some specialists spend nearly
one-third of their careers with open malpractice claims.
The typical medical malpractice claim isn't filed until almost
two years after the alleged incident, and isn't resolved until 43
months after the alleged incident, according to the study, which
was published in the Jan. 7 issue of the journal
Health Affairs.
Psychiatrists spend the least amount of time with open
malpractice claims -- a total of nearly 16 months, or just over 3
percent of their careers. Neurosurgeons spend the most time with
open malpractice claims -- nearly 131 months, or 27 percent of
their careers, the investigators found.
The length of time it takes to resolve a malpractice claim takes
a toll on patients, doctors and the legal system, the researchers
said. The time spent dealing with open malpractice claims may be
even more stressful for doctors than the financial costs, they
"We believe that the time required to resolve malpractice claims may be a significant reason that physicians are so vocal about malpractice reform, and that any attempt at malpractice reform will need to take the speed with which cases are resolved into account," corresponding study author Anupam Jena, assistant professor of health care policy at Harvard Medical School and general internist at Massachusetts General Hospital, said in a Harvard news release.
New strategies are needed to speed resolution of malpractice
claims and to reduce the number of baseless claims, the researchers
"Our sense is that we are probably spending too long to resolve many of these cases and that lengthy time to resolution has many unanticipated costs to patients, physicians and the health care system as a whole," study co-author Seth Seabury, a senior economist at RAND Corporation, said in the news release.
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Clarke set for IPL gig in lead-up to Ashes
MICHAEL CLARKE is poised to accept a lucrative pay day in this year's Indian Premier League only weeks before Australia's Ashes campaign begins in England.
The Test and one-day captain is set to feature in the seven-week tournament in April and May after being listed in the IPL's February 3 auction to be held in Chennai, after his manager James Erskine said on Wednesday the likelihood was that Clarke would turn out for a second time in the world's richest Twenty20 competition.
''It's a possibility, it's not 100 per cent yet, but it's a possibility,'' Erskine said. ''I think that's what he's thinking.''
The sixth instalment of the IPL is a potential spanner in the works for the Australian team hierarchy busy planning their assault on India and then England. It begins, on April 3, only a week after the fourth Test against India winds up in Delhi, and the IPL final on May 26 falls 13 days before Australia kick off their pre-Ashes campaign in England at the ICC Champions Trophy.
The first Test, at Trent Bridge, then starts on July 10 following warm-up tour games.
Clarke, the world's most prolific batsman, is paramount to Australia's prospects in the winter but while the runs have continued to flow from his bat at record-breaking levels this summer his fitness, as a result, has been a concern.
The 31-year-old's extensive time in the middle left him battling continued hamstring soreness, before he withdrew from Wednesday's fifth one-day international against Sri
Lanka with a twisted ankle. If the captain does not use the IPL window to rest he stands to have almost no time off between now and the conclusion of the Ashes - the first leg of back-to-back series against England this year - at the end of August.
Clarke made his IPL debut last year on a one-year contract with Pune Warriors.
Cricket Australia is unable to prevent players appearing in the IPL as it falls during an official ''leave'' period and other Ashes candidates with existing deals and likely to play include Shane Watson, Matthew Wade, Ben Hilfenhaus, James Pattinson and Mitchell Johnson.
CA will be delighted, however, that fast bowler Mitchell Starc has turned down offers of up to $1 million in an effort to be fresh for the five-Test tour of England. The player of the tournament with the title-winning Sydney Sixers at the T20 Champions League in South Africa last October, Starc is considered hot property by IPL franchises and his sparkling form with the bat - he scored 74 unbeaten runs in Australia's one-day matches in Brisbane and Sydney - has only increased his appeal.
It is believed the 22-year-old stood to earn between $750,000 and $1million if he had entered the IPL auction, with two franchises in particular understood to have been willing to pay a sum in that category for the left-armer from Sydney's west.
There has been continued interest in the lead-up to the auction but he has knocked the offers back because of the cluttered schedule, planning to instead join the star-studded T20 competition next year. ''Obviously after the Champions League that they won, Mitch became hot property,'' said Starc's manager, Andrew Fraser. ''We sat down and spoke about it and agreed that in the long-term interests of his career it was best not to play.
''His body needs a rest, and if he takes that four to six weeks off and has a rest, then it's going to make him really fresh for that [England] tour. If he doesn't take a rest he's pretty well not going to have had a break for two years. It wasn't a hard decision.''
Amid concern over injuries and CA's handling of players, Starc has been the high-performance team's best example of success. He has performed well in all formats for his country since his Test debut against New Zealand in December 2011, and impressed in county cricket and, until the onset of ankle bone spurs last month, had been injury-free.
Chris Barrett is a Sports Writer with The Sydney Morning Herald.
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Heisey held out after getting plunked on arm
By Mark Sheldon / MLB.com
MILWAUKEE -- Reds left fielder Chris Heisey was wearing a long compression sleeve over his left arm Wednesday morning. One day after being hit above his elbow by a 95-mph fastball from Wily Peralta, Heisey was fortunate to not be wearing a cast.
Heisey had to leave the game after being drilled by Peralta in the top of the second inning. X-rays were negative, but he was out of the lineup on Wednesday.
"To be honest with you, it's feeling pretty good," Heisey said. "When I woke up this morning, I couldn't make a fist. There was a lot of swelling in my hand. They got a lot of that out. I can squeeze. I couldn't button my own shirt … but it's loosened up pretty good."
The timing of the injury was unfortunate considering Heisey has been one of the Reds' few hot hitters, batting .368 (7-for-19) with two homers in his last nine games since coming back from a hamstring injury he suffered at the end of April. But he expects to avoid the disabled list this time.
"The main reason I don't have the mobility is the swelling. Once we get that out, I should be all right," Heisey said. "Tomorrow or the next day, I can probably swing again. It's not broken, so once I can tolerate it, I will be back out there."
Xavier Paul replaced Heisey in left field, getting his first start since Friday. Paul, who pinch-hit the last two days, had been out with a sore right arm after hitting the wall in foul territory against the Mariners. He went 1-for-3 with a walk in Wednesday's 6-2 win over the Brewers.
Reds' catchers ailing, but gutting it out for team
MILWAUKEE -- Despite being bothered by back spasms that kept him out on Tuesday, Devin Mesoraco was the catcher for Reds starter Mike Leake on Wednesday against the Brewers.
"Mes said he was OK, and he usually catches Leake," Reds manager Dusty Baker said before the 6-2 win over the Brewers in which Mesoraco had a sacrifice fly and threw out a runner trying to steal second. "They've worked pretty well together. He got here early for treatment like you're supposed to do. When you get here as early as he did, it shows you might be ready or are trying to get ready."
The catching situation is tenuous for the Reds because Ryan Hanigan has been dealing with a sore left wrist this week. Hanigan, who received a cortisone shot on Monday, caught for Tony Cingrani on Tuesday, and went 0-for-2 with a walk.
"I'm trying to do what I can to help the guys. I got a shot the day before. It's still pretty sore," Hanigan said. "I was trying to focus on defense, helping Cingrani and everything. It's like a MASH unit in here right now."
Often players will sit out a couple of days after getting a cortisone injection.
"We didn't really have the option with our team's situation," Hanigan said.
Hanigan has had a tough season with injuries. He was on the disabled list with both a strained left oblique and a sore right thumb from April 21-May 10.
"It's ridiculous. It's frustrating," Hanigan said. "But we've got a lot of season left, so I'll be trying to use the All-Star break to really mend up to make a good push to help the team in the second half."
Marshall's bullpen session goes smoothly
MILWAUKEE -- Two words could probably best describe Reds reliever Sean Marshall's rehab from the sprained left shoulder that put him on the disabled list.
Slow and steady.
Marshall had his latest bullpen session on Tuesday, when coaches stood in at the plate to simulate batters.
"It went well. I struck all of the coaches out," Marshall joked.
Marshall threw 42 pitches, and said he was using maximum effort.
"It went great," Marshall said. "I used all of my pitches -- backdoor sliders, curveballs -- mixing pitches like it would be in a game. I'm not sore today."
Marshall, who went on the DL for the second time on May 24, has been throwing off of a mound for nearly two weeks. But there have been no plans made yet for a rehab assignment.
"I feel like I could definitely get some hitters out right now," said Marshall, who will throw another bullpen session either Thursday or Friday in Atlanta. "I think it's just a matter of making sure I'm completely ready and not rushing back. The bullpen has done an excellent job lately."
Worth noting
• Major League Baseball and People magazine on Wednesday announced 30 winners of the "Tribute for Heroes" campaign, which recognizes veterans and military service members who build upon both organizations' commitment to honoring our country's heroes.
Joseph Carroll of Blue Ash, Ohio, outside of Cincinnati, was selected by fans to represent the Reds at the 2013 All-Star Game.
Carroll joined the military shortly after Sept. 11, 2001, and served as an Army Ranger. Upon returning home, he founded Helping Hands of Cincinnati, a non-profit that helps families fight the financial burdens of cancer.
Mark Sheldon is a reporter for MLB.com. Read his blog, Mark My Word, and follow him on Twitter @m_sheldon. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Jamie Moyer plots Camp Erin's growth
Pitcher's program provides childhood bereavement support
At 45, Jamie Moyer has more energy than just about anyone you know.
Moyer and his wife Karen are raising seven kids and their newest is Yenifer, an adopted, 2-year-old girl from Guatemala. And while their Seattle home is crowded, their hearts are open.
In addition to living the busy lives of a Major League Baseball family, the Moyers have operated the Jamie Moyer Foundation since 2000, which has raised more than $15 million for distressed children.
The Moyers recently announced plans to open the 18th in their growing network of Camp Erin bereavement camps, this one in Chicago. The camps are being established in the name of Erin Metcalf, who developed liver cancer at age 15 and later died from the affliction. During her hospitalization, Erin often expressed concern for the other children battling life-threatening diseases, as well as their siblings, who sometimes received little attention.
In addition to Chicago, there are planned 2009 camp openings in New York, St. Louis, Washington, D.C., Minneapolis, Atlanta, Cleveland, Detroit, Los Angeles, Miami, Toronto, Anchorage and a yet-to-be-determined city in Washington state. Kerry Wood and his wife, Sarah, along with Moyer's former manager, Lou Piniella, are providing support for the Chicago camp.
Already in operation are two camps in Seattle, Philadelphia and Cincinnati and one each in Boston, San Francisco, Oakland, Phoenix, San Diego, Tampa, Albany, N.Y., Boise, Idaho, Everett, Wash., Kona, Hawaii, Palm Springs, Calif., and Tacoma, Wash.
In 2010, camps are scheduled to open in Anaheim, Baltimore, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Houston, Denver, Kansas City, Milwaukee, Pittsburgh and another Washington state location.
"We're laying the groundwork, interviewing hospice organizations, finding locations," Moyer said. "It's nice to see the camps growing, seeing children benefiting. Knowing that children are dealing with grief and bereavement, we feel good about being able to help outside Seattle.
"The goal is to create camps in every Major League city. I've played in every Major League city. I've won against every Major League organization. Every city where there's two teams, we'll have two camps. Florida will have a couple of camps."
Moyer plans so many Camp Erins because the need for them is great.
"We feel like it's a great way to give back," he said. "A great initiative. We're finding the numbers of children dealing with bereavement is astounding. There's 1.9 million children who will deal with death of a loved one by the time they graduate from high school. It's proven these kids can go backward [into poverty and depression]."
The camps run for three days in the summer for children ages 6 to 17. Each camp is designed to serve about 450 youths.
Lesa Anderson, who was with the Moyer Foundation in its early days, has returned to serve as camp director. "She does a phenomenal job and so do a number of people under her, and a lot of volunteers," Moyer said. "That's what makes camps run -- volunteers."
Many Major League players are supporting Moyer's effort. When they switch teams, they transfer their involvement to a Camp Erin in their new city.
The Moyer Foundation raised $500,000 for Pacific Northwest charities in 2000, its first year. It began with the enlistment of players' wives, and a bowling event to promote organ donation.
Like his foundation, Moyer's family has grown, too. Sons Dillon, Hutton and McCabe, and daughters Timoney, Duffy and Grady, all between ages 4 and 17, saw first-hand the process of adopting a child from a foreign country and giving that child a better life.
"We adopted Yenifer last August from an orphanage in Guatemala," Moyer said of his daughter who was born in August 2006. "We just felt it was the right thing to do. I had an ex-teammate who has adopted two children and has seen the blessings it brought to his family.
"We've seen how it's helped children who may not have a place to go. It's been a great blessing to our family and taught our children many lessons. We feel like we're giving this girl a great opportunity she may not have had at the orphanage."
Jamie and Karen Moyer "kicked around" the idea of adoption 20 years ago, before they started their family. They involved their children in the process.
"Our older four children went to Guatemala and saw where she was from," Moyer said. "It started with Karen and Dillon going on a missionary trip. Karen and three of the children spent her first birthday with Yenifer, experienced the life she has. It was a great learning experience. We're excited to have her.
"She's one of the Moyer clan. She fit right in. They accept her with open arms and treat her just like she's a biological child."
The Moyers' lucky number of seven children works because the older children look after their younger siblings.
"We have teenagers who have been a great help at home," Moyer said. "We have built-in babysitters -- a very close-knit family. It's phenomenal. I'm very proud of our two boys, how they handle themselves and treat their younger siblings. They help raise the other children, but they're also being kids themselves. It's pretty special."
The adoption process can be daunting but ultimately satisfying for any parents who want to pursue it.
"It's very difficult to do an adoption [from another country]," Moyer said. "In some situations, they may be saving a child's life. Bring him into their home, give him love, give a child an opportunity they would not receive wherever they're from. You're setting a great example and giving someone a life they might not otherwise have."
This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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KAUFMAN COUNTY, Texas - It's been days since a Kaufman County district attorney and his wife were gunned down, but there have been no new updates from investigators.
With no real clues as to why or who did this, people in the state remain anxious.
County officials returned to work Tuesday morning under heavy guard. Most were personal friends of District Attorney Mike McLelland and his wife, Cynthia.
McLelland and his wife were found shot to death in their home Saturday surrounded by rifle shell casings. Investigators have seized their cell phone records, and have been questioning people prosecuted by McLelland and Mark Hasse, who was gunned down two months ago.
According to federal sources, McLelland was shot at 20 times. Indicative of a grudge killing, his wife was shot once, contradicting earlier information contained in search warrant that she was also shot multiple times.
"There are literally hundreds of people working on this case," said Judge Wood. "And I feel like, don't know what time frame we're on. I'm confident they'll find whoever committed this crime."
One of the first people questioned about the murder of McLelland and his wife was Eric Williams.
Williams is a former Justice of the Peace who lost his job last year when he was convicted of burglary and theft by McLelland and Hasse.
"They called me Saturday evening. I don't recall the exact time," said Williams. "That was the first time I was notified anything had happened."
Williams said investigators asked him to meet them at a nearby restaurant.
"They did a gun residue test. I gave them my cell phone so they could get all the info they wanted," said Williams. "They gave them back on Sunday and I have not heard from them since Sunday."
"Has anyone connected with this investigation suggested to you that you are a person of interest in this investigation?" asked Local 2's Phil Archer.
"No," answered Williams.
Williams said he understands why prosecutors would want to talk to him. Williams was convicted in September 2012 of taking 3 computer monitors from a county building.
During his trial, Hasse told the jury, "He is dishonorable and this is unacceptable conduct from a public official."
After his conviction, McLelland told a local paper, "While we're not happy that he received probation, it was important to get him convicted and removed from the bench."
"Did you bear either of those men any kind of grudge?" asked Archer.
"No, absolutely not," answered Williams.
When Local 2 found Williams cruising his neighborhood on his Segway. he said like others here, he was shocked by the killings.
"My heartfelt condolences go out to both the McLelland family and the Hasse family and for some reason, they were not aware of, they paid the ultimate price for that," said Williams.
Judge David Lewis was in the McLelland's Sunday school class.
"I try to keep my staff reassured that we're going to keep going on and we're going to do the best we can," said Lewis. "All of the law enforcement people have confidence that they know what they're doing."
But as federal, state and local police continue to search for clues in the killings, they remain tight-lipped about what they've found.
A press conference announced Tuesday morning was abruptly canceled, and news crews were asked to leave the courthouse square.
"I'm not going to answer any questions about the investigation," said Lt. Justin Lewis.
Several police task forces are exploring potential motives, including a connection to the Aryan Brotherhood, a racist prison gang whose members McLelland helped prosecute, or drug cartels.
A major illegal drug route runs through Kaufman County, or the possibility the killings Saturday, and that of prosecutor Hasse two months ago, may have been the work of a lone killer harboring a grudge.
But friend of McLelland's, Anderson County District Attorney Doug Lowe said there's no way to tell yet who may have had a motive. That the answer is likely hidden somewhere in the district attorney's files
"I'm not discounting ability of AB or Mexican cartel to pull off these things, but I think you have to start without preconceived notions at where the people are that they made mad," said Lowe.
Investigators have been questioning prosecuted by both men, but so far have not named any suspects or confirmed any connection to the murders.
The investigation is leaving residents and officials on edge.
"Just worried, you know, about the next person that steps up there to that position," said Dorothy McPhearson. "Dangerous it sounds like now."
"Everybody should be worried about everything. I just pray for everything to be all right," said Lucille Malone.
Local 2 was told Tuesday to expect written updates from the Sheriff's Department on the investigation, but not when those might be coming.
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I've been studying up on my old textbooks I bought from college. It has exercises that I have difficulty with, believe it or not. Classroom work was not as hard, but that's probably because I've been trying every question there are and not skipping each one. I would like to make a thread full of answers I need to make the most out of my time here. Don't worry, I'll try my best not to ask you "dumb" questions like "how do I program in UNIX" or "how do I turn my computer on."
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To mark 30 years of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, we want to know - what Charter cases have had the most effect on our country? We've selected 30 of the most important cases to reach the Supreme Court. Vote on whether you think each case improved or diminished Canada. Join the debate in the comments or on Twitter, and we may print some of your best points.
Some comments by Prof. Jamie Cameron, constitutional expert at York University's Osgoode Hall Law School.


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Obama on Koch: 'extraordinary mayor, irrepressible character'
President Obama said he and first lady Michelle Obama send their thoughts and prayers to the loved ones of former New York City mayor Ed Koch "and to the city that survives him."
"Ed Koch was an extraordinary mayor, irrepressible character, and quintessential New Yorker," Obama said in a statement Friday. "He took office at a time when New York was in fiscal crisis, and helped his city achieve economic renewal, expand affordable housing, and extend opportunity to more of its people.
"In public office and beyond, his energy, force of personality, and commitment to causes ranging from civic issues to the security of the state of Israel always informed and enlivened the public discourse. Michelle and I send our thoughts and prayers to Ed's loved ones, and to the city that survives him."
Koch died Friday at the age of 88.


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© 2008 MLB Advanced Media, L.P. All rights reserved.
Reds finalize 25- and 40-man rosters
Club cuts Stanton; Belisle, Gonzalez placed on 15-day DL
By Mark Sheldon / MLB.com
CINCINNATI -- The Reds finalized their 25- and 40-man rosters just prior to Monday's opener vs. the Diamondbacks. Most of the moves were expected. Cincinnati selected the contracts of pitchers Johnny Cueto, Mike Lincoln and Kent Mercker, catcher Paul Bako and outfielder Corey Patterson. All were non-roster invites to Spring Training that earned jobs out of camp. To clear room, shortstop Alex Gonzalez and pitcher Matt Belisle were placed on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to March 21. Catcher David Ross also went on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Sunday. As expected, left-hander Mike Stanton was designated for assignment. In a bit of a surprise, so was reliever Jon Coutlangus. The left-handed Coutlangus appeared in 64 big league games for the Reds last season but was one of the early cuts from camp. Pitcher Richie Gardner was claimed off of waivers by the Brewers. Gardner was a top pitching prospect in the organization until he needed reconstructive shoulder surgery in August 2005. The right-hander returned to form in 2007 and was 11-7 with a 3.52 ERA in 26 starts as he zoomed through three Minor League levels to Triple-A. In parting ways with Stanton, the Reds showed a willingness to eat the $3.5 million owed to the veteran for 2008 and his '09 option buyout. He had a 4.50 ERA (three earned runs over six innings) in six spring games and missed some time the final week because of a family emergency. Stanton didn't have a bad camp but struggled all of last year. The 40-year-old's removal was an indication the Reds didn't let dollars interfere with their goal of trying to contend. "I'm not into sending messages," general manager Wayne Krivsky said. "I like Mike Stanton a lot. He's going through a real difficult time right now with his family. That made it doubly tough. We just felt there were a couple of people ahead of him that, in our opinion, made us a better team going into the season. Forget the money part."
Mark Sheldon is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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New Great Barrington business helps other deal with obesity
GREAT BARRINGTON -- Lots of people struggle with their weight. A 15-year veteran of the wellness industry recently opened a business to give those battling with that task a helping hand.
Heidi Brandt, who has served as a personal trainer, massage therapist and wellness life coach, recently opened Berk shire Weight Management at 325 Stockbridge Road.
Brandt and her five employees provide weight management skills, life coaching, personal training and nutritional education for clients. Staff members include a registered dietitian, a personal trainer/fitness instructor, and a yoga instructor.
"We help people learn to live a balanced and healthy lifestyle," Brandt said. "To teach people who have struggled with weight that they can achieve weight loss and hold them accountable in their journey."
More than one third of all American adults are currently obese, along with 23 percent of those who live in Mass achusetts, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
"Obesity is not just a health issue, it's an economic issue," Brandt said. "There are so many things that go into weight."
Brandt funded her business independently, but has a partner, Antoine Alston, the owner of Berkshire Functional Fitness, who is a certified master trainer with more than 20 years of experience. The two businesses are located in the same complex.
"It's a totally separate business," she said, referring to Berkshire Functional Fitness. "But people who go through weight management have the option of taking his classes."
Berkshire Weight Man age ment's clientele includes men and women of all ages.
"Our target audience is those men and women who struggle with weight loss," she said. "We will have specific groups for teenagers."
Brandt, 38, is certified as a wellness life coach through the Life Coaching University of Hilton Johnson.
Originally from Neb raska, she has held positions locally at both Canyon Ranch in Lenox, and the Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Stockbridge. This is her first business venture in the Berkshires. She also owned a massage and personal training business while living in Nebraska. Info: (413) 528-0143, or www.berk
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La-Konnet 7.0Km
Rougnat, Creuse
La-Konnet is located at the foothills of the Massif Central at an altitude of approximately 600 meters in place Rougnat, Creuse. The rural setting with views over valleys and valleys prachtiige is especially suitable for walking and cycling in the area. By car, several cities and visit interesting villages where traditional crafts still be performed. The garden of La-Konnet approximately 3250 m2 with seating. A large swimming pool with sun loungers to 1.35 m deep, Sauna and Jacuzzi.. Reservation at least 3-days, july and august at least 5-days.
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L'élémentaire 22.6Km
Situated in the heart of the Combrailles, between the volcanoes of the Chaîne des Puys and the Massif Central, our renovated farmhouse and barn is designed to welcome you in all tranquility and zen ambiance. Hot tub, heated pool (in summer), ayurvedic massages, dinner, picknick baskets, bike rental, hiking cards and gps. Dogs welcome on reservation
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Moulin du Chet 22.9Km
" Mill of Chet ": in the countryside, in a peaceful and picturesque place, come to get fresh ideas in this old renovated mill located along the river Tardes. Pierre and Charlotte fitted out tastefully and with authenticity, three magnificent guest houses. In RDC(GROUND FLOOR): living room, and on the 1st floor: CH1 and CH2 (1 bed 2 pers, bathroom, toilets), CH3 (1 bed 2 pers, bathroom, toilets). To 2 km of St Avit of Tardes and 10 km of Aubusson (world Capital of the Tapestry, the architectural heritage).
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Les Soleils 27.2Km
BED and breakfast, FARM CAMPING PEASANT HOME Welcome to the Farm of the Suns, in Creuse, Mérinchal!
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LA CLAIRIERE 28.8Km
Pretty house in the middle of a garden in a calm village. Equiped kitchen, dining room, bathroom and a large bedroom under roof with two beds. Open all year long. Gouttieres village is situated in the massif central, Auvergne - just in the middle of France. Many activities for your holidays, many lakes for fishing, bathing. Lot of visits possible, castles roman churches, etc.
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Vivavilla 28.9Km
Viva Villa offers guest rooms in a former presbytery in Huriel, Allier department, in the Auvergne region. Accommodation unlike any other near Montluçon.
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Hameau de Gîtes L'e.. 10.1Km
14 houses in the countryside, in the center of France, between Auvergne and Limousin, with a lovely view over the lake, giant lawn without service for the joy of the smaller, outdoor heated pool, outdoor games, space relax, hammocks ... An ideal place for families holidays "zen", can also host groups, events (hire). On site: swimming pool, petanque, volleyball, fishing pond, equestrian center, hiking trails.
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Domaine de la Coutu.. 10.5Km
On the site of the ancient castle of Couture guest rooms comfortable (3 ears) Gîtes de France label, independent and located in a quiet farm. You can also avail of our farm inn label Welcome to the farm. A charming environment in rural Creuse
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Chambres D'Hôtes 10.8Km
The solid Creuse welcomes you in its leafy setting overlooking the valley. Breakfast, highlight of your stay, local produce jams, you can on the advice of Brigitte, a discovery of the region as you wish.
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Le Clos de Pierres 10.9Km
8 Kms far from Evaux Les Bains (thermal station in Creuse),
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La Villederie B&B 13.8Km
For your stay in Limousin, near Auvergne and between Evaux les Bains (thermal cure center) and Chambon sur Voueize, in 500 m of the river, we propose you 4 confortables guest rooms more of 20m ², with bed 160x200, bathroom and toilets. Fully-equipped kitchen, room of fitness, swimming pool at arrangement(measure). That you wish to rest(base) either to take advantage of activities nearby, you will not be disappointed. Holidays in the Creuse, the happy holidays!
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Mz Home 16.7Km
Room for two persons, possibility of cot. You will be quiet for short walks or bike to relax or do some sightseeing. In a peaceful little town, 18 kilometers from Montlucon, 10 Evaux the Bains.Et 50 Kilometers Aubusson. (Magnificent tapestry museum)
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Le Restaurant du Co.. 18.2Km
Gite rural Le Mouli.. 18.7Km
Between Auvergne and Limousin is a haven for lovers of wild nature, a small house on the prairie in a green water and 1 km from the owner's farm.
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Gîte La Tonnelle 19.0Km
Saint Saturnin Les Ap0t
Small independent holiday cottage(shelter), any comfort, in Provence for two people adjacent to the former(old) house of the owner. Holiday cottage(Shelter) in the peace in the campaign(countryside) at the heart of Luberon on the charming municipality of SAINT SATURNIN LES APT in Vaucluse.
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Les Hauts de L'Anse.. 19.3Km
Les Anses D'arlet
Charming guesthouse
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Casa Vila Isabel 19.3Km
Rio De Janeiro
Casa Vila Isabel welcomes you during the World Cup Football 2014 in his magnificent mansion in the heart of Rio de Janeiro two minutes walk from the Maracana. You can live in this global event and enjoy live broadcast also matches on a giant screen at the edge of the pool. In the mood and rhythm of Brazilian samba you realize without a doubt one of the most beautiful moments of your life. Casa Vila Isabel also welcomes you in 2016 for the Olympic Games in Rio.
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H Floridablanca 19.3Km
Reference: H FLORIDABLANCA - Bed and Breakfast Accommodation 10 m2 quiet bedroom with private bathroom available for a maximum of 2 people, in a large 3 bedroom apartment of 90 m2 with terrace. The living room and the kitchen are to be shared with 2 women who speak Spanish & Russian. The small private bathroom has a toilet and a shower. The bedroom is quiet and has 2 single beds. There is a wardrobe available in the room. The breakfast is included and can either be served in the 30 m2 shared living room or on the 15 m2 terrace. The apartment is located in the centre of the "Ensanche Izquierdo" quarter. 70's building. Perfect for holidays in Barcelona.
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Chambres Et Gîtes A.. 19.3Km
ROOMS OF HETES AND GITES ON THE FARM with possibility of restoring in studio or gite
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L'île face à la Sei.. 19.3Km
L'île face à la Seine is an apartment situated in Croissy-sur-Seine. The accommodation is 33 km from Montluçon. The apartment includes 1 bedroom and a kitchenette with a fridge and a coffee machine. If you would like to discover the area, hiking is possible in the surroundings. Guéret is 27 km from the apartment, while Aubusson is 31 km away. The nearest airport is Chateauroux-Centre Airport, 80 km from the property.
Chambre D'Hôtes de .. 20.5Km
In a hamlet of Bourbon Combraille Françoise and François welcome you in a privileged environment surrounded by animals. Their room at the charm invites you to relax. Sandstone to your walks you will discover nature and enjoy the host table to find the flavors of the past. Gites de France 3 ears.
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Gite de la Table Ro.. 21.1Km
Rural 3 ears for a relaxing holiday in a house of character, shaded and fenced.
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Maison Les Combrail.. 21.9Km
In the department of Puy de Dôme, part of the Auvergne region, in the heart of the "Pays des Combrailles" you will find our Bed-and-Breakfast. The Combrailles is an oasis of calm and tranquillity in a beautiful part of France that has not yet been discovered by mass tourism. Characteristic villages with old roman churches, winding rivers, lakes, fantastic views, hedgerows and woodland, myriads of beautiful hiking trails en above all... piece and quiet. Maison les Combrailles is situated above and at the edge of the small castle town of Pionsat, with total freedom and privacy assured by its
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Gîtes de Pêche et d.. 22.0Km
3km from the Gallo-Roman site of Holy Cross Toulx, we welcome you to one of our four cottages (3 to 8 people) with private lake (fishing, swimming ...) for a relaxing stay in the middle of green space Creusoise campaign.
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Le Clos de L'Etang 22.2Km
The guest room in a wooden chalet on stilts consists of a four-poster bed with direct views of the pond thanks to a sliding glass door opening onto a large terrace where you can admire the scenery in peace. The room has dry toilets and a shower room with a pool of water, but you also benefit from a private bathroom with toilet, sink and shower next to the pool.
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Dumontant Patrick 23.1Km
Patrick welcomes you to the alders in Creuse, Limousin in its guest rooms and charming cottages. These guest rooms and cottages combine quality, design and delivery
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Bonkersfrog Holiday.. 23.8Km
Our Farmhouse B&B and Gite Complex is situated in a small hamlet in the Limousin countryside. This 200 year old property has been sympathetically modernised to a high standard retaining many original features.
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Jardin D'Etoiles 24.5Km
In a place unspoilt, peaceful countryside, enjoy the peace and quiet during a stay full of poetry, nature and wellness ... Our two accommodations, comfort and homecoming, are located on one of the points highlights of the canton (550 m) and reserve you a clear view of the Cher valley.
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Aubusson Riverside .. 25.2Km
Situated Within a short stroll Into the beautiful medieval town center of our Aubusson 5 well equipped self-catering cottages and apartments are two ideal base to explore year the amazing countryside of the Limousin Surrounding
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Le Jardin de Nicole 25.8Km
Guest house of charm (patinated antique decor), independently in a green and near a river (the hollow) 5 minute walk from downtown. House consisting of an entrance and a large hallway serving a lounge / library / fireplace, dining room and kitchen (oven-plate-refrigerator-dishwasher) on the ground floor. The first floor rooms, with washing machine and dryer. We chose not to offer television. Large selection of books and games in the library lounge.
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Villa Bien Etre 26.3Km
We have three bedrooms: Douce France: This is a dordste bedroom with en suite bathroom Provence: This is also a room for 2 with a private bathroom Pay-bas: This is a larger family room for 2 or 4 people with its own bathroom
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Fermette D'Herbes 26.6Km
We welcome you on our farm La Fermette d´Herbes, a place where you really can relax, enjoy nature, the silence and space. La Fermette d´Herbes is an old farm completely renovated and is about 250 years old. The farm is situated in a little picturesque hamlet. It existed already the middle ages, back to the Gallic period, this was a holy forest, used by the druids for their meetings and ceremonies. We also offer table dhôte, a tasteful 3 course meal including red wine and coffee.
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Château de Pérassie.. 27.0Km
This Château, situated in the heart of the beautiful Bourbonnais countryside, yet it is only five minutes from the town of Montluçon
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La Parenthese Montl.. 28.0Km
La Parenthese Montluconnaise offers accommodation in Montluçon. La Parenthese Montluconnaise features views of the city and is 1.7 km from Athanor Centre de Congrès. Free private parking is available on site. An oven and a toaster can be found in the kitchen and there is a private bathroom. A flat-screen TV is offered. Auvergne Airport is 75 km away.
Château de Crocq. C.. 28.2Km
Bed and breakfast at Crocq castle .In a medieval village of Crocq, Mary and Jacques receive you in their castle completely renoved. All the old elements have been retained. At your disposition, 2 doubles rooms and 2 rooms for total capacity of 13 persons. All rooms have their own bathroom and toilette. Private parking in the park of the Castle. Bikers are welcome. We provide mountain bikes available for free. We also have a fishing pond. We have a SPA. You can choose your room on our site
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Les Maîtres Sonneur.. 28.3Km
Whether it is for a stage on the road of the holidays or a stay in the country of George Sand, you apprecierez our guest houses in a long house of the 19éme. Table d'hôte with organic and natural products. Walk with donkeyk on the Path of Maîtres Sonneurs.
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La Demeure De Louis.. 28.4Km
Indulge castle life in this elegant manor house for 15 people, situated 3h30 from Paris, Bordeaux and Lyon. This sumptuous mansion 4* features 300m² of charm and comfort : 6 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a billiard room, a fully equipped kitchen, 1 convivial dining room, 3 bathrooms , free wifi ...
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Les Maîtres Sonneur.. 28.4Km
Whether for a stopover on driving holiday or stay in the country of George Sand, you will enjoy our guest rooms in a farmhouse of the 19th. Table host-based organic and natural products. Ride a donkey on the Path of the Masters ringers.
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Domaine de Cyrcé 28.5Km
Le Celle
Herve welcomes you in the quiet of the countryside for a moment of relaxation
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Gîte Les Fayes 28.6Km
Gîte 4 pers. , Free wifi, free dogs. The Fayes. . is very quiet in the countryside, views of the Puy de Dome and Sancy. Table d'hote
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Mini-camping Les Fa.. 28.6Km
The mini-Fayes is a quiet campsite (no animation, no children), two caravans for rent, bed-and table d'hote & a cottage (4 pers.). Free: wifi
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Appartement à coté .. 29.2Km
Bellevue 29.2Km
Lynne and Tony welcome you to our tranquil village of Lachaud. Our former creusois farmhouse provides holiday accommodation in the oldest section of the house. The local granite building boasts oak beams and shutters, and is surrounded by a "potager", courtyard, lawned area with stunning countryside views. We are happy to cater for couples, small families and pets.
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Les Flaneries 29.5Km
Located in the heart of the old Boussac, overlooking the castle from the terrace, the house of the eighteenth century character offers its guests, quiet, comfort and refinement. A warm welcome is reserved.
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The 2012 Eastside Culture Crawl will be held November 16-18 all across East Vancouver, BC. This three-day visual arts event connects hundreds of East Vancouver Artists with art lovers by allowing event goers to see the art and meet the artists in their studios.
Over 15,000 attendees are expected for this free exhibition, so now is a good time to secure your East Vancouver lodging.
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Over 370 Vancouver artists, ranging from emerging to internationally recognized, are scheduled to display their works and methods at Eastside Culture Crawl. Mediums on display include:
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The event locations are bound by Victoria Drive and Main Street north of First Avenue in the east side of Vancouver, Canada. 77 individual studios, galleries and other venues will open their doors to the art-appreciating public. (more…)


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