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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS).
Field personnel meet with participating office-based physicians and instruct them in survey data collection methods. Physicians are asked to complete a one-page questionnaire (Patient Record Form) on a sample of their office visits during their assigned reporting period.
NAMCS is a national probability sample survey of visits to office-based physicians in the U.S. The NAMCS utilizes a three-stage survey design that involves probability samples of primary sampling units (PSUs), physician practices within PSUs, and patient visits within physician practices. Participating physicians are randomly assigned to a one-week reporting period during the survey year, and a systematic random sample of patient visits during that period is selected, using a visit sampling rate that varies by the size of the practice, with the intention of obtaining 30 survey forms per physician. Sample data are weighted to produce national estimates of office visits.
Information is obtained on various aspects of office visits, including physician practice characteristics, patient characteristics, and other visit characteristics. The survey form is redesigned every two to four years to address changing health data needs. Among the items collected are patient's age, gender, race, and ethnicity; patient's expressed reason for visiting the physician; intentionality of injury, if any; physician's diagnoses; diagnostic services ordered or provided; therapeutic services; ambulatory surgical procedures performed; medications; providers seen; visit disposition; time spent with physician; and expected source of payment.
The basic sampling unit is the patient visit. Included in the survey are in-person visits made to the offices of non-Federally employed, office-based physicians who are classified by the American Medical Association or the American Osteopathic Association as being primarily engaged in direct patient care. The specialties of anesthesiology, pathology, or radiology are not included. Also not included are contacts by telephone, visits made outside the physician's office, visits in hospitals or institutional settings, and visits made for administrative purposes only.
Patient's age, gender, race, and ethnicity.
Annual from 1973–81; again in 1985; resumed an annual schedule in 1989.
National, four census regions.
The NAMCS is a visit-based survey rather than a population-based survey. Therefore, estimates of incidence and prevalence of disease cannot be computed. The survey is cross-sectional in nature. Multiple visits may be made by the same person within the sample.
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Data system homepage: http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/about/major/ahcd/ahcd1.htm.
Cherry DK, Woodwell DA. National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey: 2000 Summary. Advance data from vital and health statistics; No. 328. Hyattsville, Maryland: National Center for Health Statistics. 2002.
Woodwell DA, Cherry DK. National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey: 2002 Summary. Advance data from vital and health statistics; No. 346. Hyattsville, Maryland: National Center for Health Statistics. 2004.
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Many of my stocks reached all-time-highs over the past few months. When I purchase my stocks, I usually expect a decent current yield in the 2% – 4%, followed by a P/E of 15 – 20, and a growth in earnings and dividends that averages at least 6%/annually. So far, it has averaged 7% - 10%. As a result, short-term fluctuations in the price of a company which I purchase for say $100/share today which yields 3% and trades at a P/E of 16 would not bother me too much. I would expect such company to realistically trade at about $200/share in a decade or so, still yield approximately 3% and trade at a P/E of about 16. Over that decade, it could trade as high as 25 times earnings and as low as 10 times earnings. The only difference is that its earnings and dividends have doubled over the period. My whole premise of the idea that I won't sell even at a 1,000% gain is based on this mental model.
Of course, in real life, things never progress in a linear fashion. If you looked at P/E ratios of companies like Wal-Mart (WMT) or Coca-Cola (KO) over the past 10 - 15 years, you would not be surprised to see them over 30 in not one, but at least several occasions. Over the past four years, most of the companies I have usually added to were the likes of Colgate-Palmolive (NYSE:CL), Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) & Kimberly-Clark (NYSE:KMB). Right now many of these companies look very overvalued, which is pretty scary. I actually isolated the following companies, whose P/E ratios per Yahoo! Finance exceeded 20. I then excluded MLPs, REITs for whom earnings per share and P/E ratios do not provide comparable results.
Being the lover of annual reports, and digging around data, I went through this list searching for the answer of an obvious question. The question running through my mind was whether it still made sense for me to hold on to these companies. Now, I am not a die-hard buy and hold despite everything type of investor, and a crazy valuation could lead me to sell an otherwise fantastic company. This of course depends on each particular situation. However, I do believe that taking small profits on the few amazing ideas I might be lucky enough to stumble upon in my lifetime would probably be very detrimental to my finances. I could sit-out temporary overvaluations in securities, for which future growth could compensate me well for holding on during a moderate level of craziness. Craziness for a company like Brown-Forman (BF-B) could be a P/E above 30, whereas for a company like Con Edison (NYSE:ED), craziness could be anything above 18 – 20 times earnings.
However, in my studies of investing, I have learned to dig for information. Most of the information on earnings per share from sources like Yahoo! Finance might be abnormally low, because certain one-time adjustments have reduced it. My next step would be to look at analyst estimates for the current year and the next one, coupled with digging around press releases from the company, in order to evaluate whether those estimates have any merit.
Just by looking at P/E ratios, the stocks in the table look very overvalued. However, if you look at forward earnings, only a couple of those look somewhat overvalued.
For example, looking at Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ), it looks terribly overvalued at 23 times earnings. However, by applying forward EPS of $5.41/share, the stock looks much more reasonably priced. While not included on this table, Kimberly-Clark (NYSE:KMB) looks expensive at 21.06 times earnings and EPS of $4.60. But based on 2013 forward earnings of $5.73/share, it looks cheap at 16.90 times forward earnings. Of course, if analysts are overly optimistic on this company and actual earnings are significantly less, then Johnson & Johnson would be overpriced today.
For those companies that still look overvalued, I am going another step. I estimate what the company is going to earn in a decade, then estimate the total in dividends I will receive over the next decade and then slap a P/E multiple for this time in 2023. My estimates are conservative in regards to growth, although not as conservative in regards to multiples.
For example, Brown-Forman (BF-B) is expected to earn $2.70 in 2013. I believe that by 2023, it could easily earn $6/share and trade at a P/E of 20. In addition, I would expect that Brown-Forman would pay its shareholders approximately $20 -$25/share over the next decade. This means that investors paying $70/share today, might end up doubling their money in a decade. This translates into a return of approximately 7%/year. Those of you reading this article in 2023 would likely use this article as an example of why people should never make predictions. Either way, it is my best case based upon widely available information on consumption on liquor worldwide, historical growth rates, and assumptions for the future revenues, earnings and dividends.
For Automated Data Processing (NASDAQ:ADP), I like the fact that it offers business services such as payroll processing to small and medium sized businesses. These businesses outsource certain functions like payroll to ADP, which benefits from scale of transactions processing, constant improvement in technology and depreciation in technology equipment prices. But most importantly, ADP benefits from building and maintain relationships with businesses, which would be less likely to switch processors just to save a few bucks. Over the past decade, EPS grew by 5%/year. If we project this growth forward, this means ADP would likely earn $4.82/share in 2023, which at a P/E of 20 translates into $96.40/share. If dividends also grow at 5%/year, this means that an investor can expect to receive $23 in dividends over the next decade. This translates into a total return of about 6%/year. Check my analysis of ADP.
I purchased Visa (NYSE:V) in 2011, because I liked the story about credit card processing business, the fact that there are only two major companies in the game, and the opportunity behind growth of cashless transactions worldwide. These were the reasons why I initiated a position in the stock despite the fact that the company has only been publicly traded since 2008. I expect Visa to either double or triple earnings per share over the next decade. This could translate in EPS ranging from $15 to $20 by 2023. At a P/E of 20, this translates into $300 - $400/share. I expect dividends to increase at the high end of these projections, and triple by 2023. Thus, I wouldn't be surprised if Visa shareholders receive about $25 in dividends over the next decade, with annual dividends reaching $4/share that year.
The return assumptions for the three stocks above, ignore dividend reinvestment, which would likely increase the annual returns slightly.
Nucor (NYSE:NUE) is the odd one out, as it is a cyclical stock. The demand for steel fluctuates with the cycles in the economy, meaning that profits and revenues are highest at the peak of the cycle, and very depressed at the trough. This is why cyclical companies usually appear overvalued when their stock prices are low, and cheap when their prices are high. During the last boom, Nucor earned $5.98/share in 2008. In addition, the company kept raising its regular dividend even during the lean years after that. The thing that appeals to me is the fact that during the boom years through 2007 – 2008, Nucor paid special dividends every quarter to shareholders. Management was smart enough to realize that this boom in profits would likely be a short term event, yet they still wanted to keep the streak of dividend increases going, and reward long-term shareholders as well. This is why if you simply look at trends in dividends per share, you might see a decrease in 2008. However, the regular dividend amount was never cut, but actually increased. If the US economy keeps expanding, we might see growth in earnings per share, and a lot of special dividends from Nucor. This is the one stock where I cannot provide a ten year guidance of earnings and dividends, but would likely hold on to either way. You get a stable and slowly rising dividend payment, plus a "lottery type" opportunity for special dividends when times are really good. Check my analysis of Nucor.
As a long-term investor, my holding period is in years for some stocks that don't work out as well, to decades for the ones that keep delivering results over and over again. As such, it was helpful for me to go over my positions above. Overall, when I looked at what seemed to be the most overvalued stocks in my portfolios, I found out that there is nothing to be scared about. Some of the valuations were high either because of one-time events depressing earnings per share, and in those situations forward earnings per share showed a more reasonable valuation. In other scenarios, I reassessed the reason as to why I held on to certain stocks, and whether it still made sense to hold on to them.
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Work of Clarkson University Researchers Featured on Wiley-VCH Materials Science News
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Research by Clarkson University Professor Igor Sokolov on the synthesis of fluorescent nanoparticles has been featured on the materials science news website of Wiley-VCH, one of the largest world publishers of scientific literature and the home of the top journals in material science.
An article written by Hilary Gallagher, assistant editor at Wiley-VCH, titled "How to Outshine a Quantum Dot," describes the recent paper by Sokolov's group that was published in Advanced Functional Materials journal, titled "Ultrabright Fluorescent Silica Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticles: Control of Particle Size and Dye Loading."
In the paper, the researchers report on a family of silica nanoparticles that is substantially brighter than quantum dots, semiconductor crystals that have been considered to be the brightest nanoparticles so far.
In the article, Gallagher explains that "biologists use fluorescent particles for the visualization and tracking of cells and proteins" and that "quantum dots are the brightest colloidal particles available." However, she notes quantum dots "can be instable in aqueous environments, are subject to 'blinking' or flickering," and possess a "potential toxicity."
She writes that "traditional fluorescent materials... are not as bright as quantum dots and suffer from photo-bleaching" and explains that Sokolov his team have both reached higher brightness than quantum dots and prevented the photobleaching of the organic dyes encapsulated inside their ultrabright particles.
Finally, she says that "the Clarkson researchers found that the relative brightness of a single [fluorescent nano]particle is equivalent to the fluorescent brightness of up to 770 free dye molecules or up to 39 quantum dots and were stable (for at least 120 days)."
The Clarkson team consists of Sokolov, who has appointments in Physics and Chemistry and Biomolecular Science; Eun-Bum Cho, a physics postdoctoral fellow, who recently became an assistant professor in Korea; and Dmytro Volkov, a physics graduate student, who recently became a postdoctoral fellow at the Air Force Research Lab.
The other members of Sokolov's group, physics postdoctoral fellows Shajesh Palantavida and Maxim Dokukin; physics graduate students Shyuzhene Li, Nataliaa Guz and Vivekanand Kalaparthi; and undergraduate students Andrew Cardin and Kate Price work on mechanics of biological cells, biosensors, self-assembly of particles, and the study of skin aging.
The research was done within Clarkson's Nanoengineering and Biotechnology Laboratories Center (NABLAB), led by Sokolov, a unit established to promote cross-disciplinary collaborations within the University.
It comprises more than a dozen faculty members to capitalize on the expertise of Clarkson scholars in the areas of cancer cell research, fine particles for bio and medical applications, synthesis of smart materials, advancement biosensors, etc.
The article can be found at http://www.materialsviews.com/details/news/1076883/How_to_Outshine_a_Quantum_Dot.html.
The paper by Sokolov can be viewed at
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ugh. For some reason I HATE Amun. The way he goes on about Benjamin, it seems his like Aro, he collected Benjamin for his power - only he wasn't as successful.
hang on, Amun is the one who was in Benjamin's coven, right? (I don't have my copy of BD with me)
Lightwish wrote:First off I would like to say that I dont like them. This is because they tend to side with the Volturi either out of fear or in principle.
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Unified Police Department spokesman Lt. Justin Hoyal says Cole Taylor of Salt Lake was rescued by a state helicopter Saturday night after a hiker heard his screams for help.
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At any credit union, the role of the chief financial officer is a tough one. He or she must create a roadmap to financial success by setting the right pricing strategy, effectively managing credit risk and streamlining operational costs. But in California, where high unemployment, an unsteady housing market and loan losses became a standard over the past few years, developing a strategy for the long-term growth of a credit union has been especially hard.
The California credit union chief financial officer's job continues to be a difficult one in 2012, said Diana Dykstra, president/CEO for the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues. At the end of 2011, credit unions in California saw increases in net income, membership and net worth ratios but suffered from loan portfolio challenges. Dykstra said, those trends are continuing, with evidence of growth in assets and shares coupled with contracting loan portfolios.
Financial officers in the state have faced the challenge of working in a low interest rate environment alongside a housing market that's "squishy," Dykstra said. Their key difficulties have included determining which loans they should hang onto and what to do with excess liquidity in an industry where investment opportunities are limited. Additionally, California credit unions haven't enjoyed the luxury of credit card and auto loan upticks, which credit unions in a number of other states have seen.
"CFOs have to be aware of where the rates are going," Dykstra said. "They've learned a lot over the past four years. They've kept an eye on operating expenses, and they should continue that, but there has to be some spending, too. They also need to look at alternative income sources."
When a California credit union hires a new chief financial officer from a state that's healthier economically, the incoming executive must prepare new executive for a whole new set of challenges. For example, the $5.7 billion, San Diego-based San Diego County Credit Union recently chose Ashlee Micale, the former chief financial officer for Denver's $1.2 billion Public Service Credit Union, as its new chief financial officer and executive vice president. Micale said it's critical to understand local market trends and opportunities, especially in California, which has faced more extreme economic conditions than other parts of the country have.
In her new home state, Micale said she plans to zero in on operational details at San Diego County CU, while keeping in mind the credit union's big-picture goals of long-term financial success and strong member service.
"I plan to bring an expanded focus on internal efficiencies and effective reporting and analysis that will bring value to the organization," Micale said. "I will maintain strong controls and constantly improve operations to better position San Diego County CU for future growth."
Her primary responsibilities will include monitoring key financial ratios and overseeing the operations of the credit union's accounting, finance and credit risk analysis areas. Compared to her position in Colorado, she'll have the opportunity to contribute to the credit union on a deeper, more strategic level, she said.
Entering a chief financial officer role in the Golden State is a challenge for newcomers, but even the officers who have worked at California credit unions for decades have had to make tweaks to their job priorities in recent years. Patelco Credit Union CFO Scott Waite, Credit Union Times' 2010 CFO of the Year and who has been with the $3.7 billion credit union for 18 years, said it's equally important for California credit union financial officers to work on shaping core business as it is for them to manage credit risk.
"It's been very challenging," he said. "A lot of credit unions in California suffered larger credit losses because of the economic and financial crisis of the last three years, and we've been placing a lot of focus on understanding what we need to do to make sure our financial performance doesn't start slipping backward."
In his core business building strategy, Waite has focused on two areas, core earnings and efficiency ratio. Patelco CU's efficiency ratio is at 52%, which means the credit union gains $1 for every $0.52 it spends on operations. The credit union has also seen a net income of $23 million for the first five months of 2012, $10 million more than its net income during the first five months of 2011.
What moves led to Patelco CU's promising status? Waite said the credit union has taken greater fiscal responsibility since implementing a new financial budgeting and reporting system. He's also focused on being the kind of leader whose philosophies are put into practice by the managers of the credit union's various departments. He also cut operating costs by renegotiating contracts and leases at some of Patelco CU's branches.
"It's not just about credit risk management and mitigation of loans," Waite said. "I've continued to look throughout the organization. I've seen my share of California's ups and downs, and one thing I focus on is a clock with a pendulum in my office that I've had for 25 years. It reminds me that there's an equilibrium of balance to attain."
Waite, who has been an active credit union industry leader at the national level as chairman of the National CUNA CFO Council, co-founder of the California Credit Union League CFO Network and a member of the Advisory Council of the Financial Accounting Standards Board, suggests California credit union chief financial officers exchange strategic ideas with other credit unions nationally to help them broaden their perspectives and stay on top of their competition.
But despite putting the most innovative strategies into practice, California credit union financial officers will continue to face the challenge of having less to work with, as Dykstra pointed out.
"We will continue to live in a very narrow margin for a long time, and living within a narrow margin is getting harder and harder," Dykstra said. "We're seeing good returns on assets, but we're not seeing operational gains."


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The 2010 Tax Relief Act and your estate plan
A Better 2012 for BigLaw (With Big Asterisks)
On December 22, 2017, the President signed into law H.R. 1, informally known as the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act" (the "Act"), implementing sweeping changes to United States income tax regimes for individuals and businesses and...more
As 2016 comes to a close, we would like to share with you a number of recent developments affecting trust and estate planning that may be of interest:
Final regulations restricting valuation discounts unlikely to be...more
2015 Estate, Gift and GST Tax Update: What This Means for Your Current Will, Revocable Trust and Estate Plan -
As we previously reported, the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (the "Act") made the following...more
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- Federal Estate, GST and Gift Tax Rates
- Annual Gift Tax Exclusion
- Federal Income Tax Rates
- President's Budget Proposal for Fiscal Year 2014
- Important Planning...more
The recent elections have resulted in essentially no change to the balance of power in the national government. As a consequence, it is now more difficult than ever to predict the future direction of estate and gift tax law....more
Expiring Opportunity to Make Large Gifts: Time is running out on the ability to give away US$5.12 million (US$10.24 million for married couples) without paying Federal gift tax. The extension of the "Bush Tax Cuts" that...more
Now that the election is over, we anticipate having some guidance soon with respect to the numerous tax and planning issues that have been mired in uncertainty for the past two years. Many tax benefits are scheduled to...more
An unprecedented opportunity to make gifts and transfer wealth to family members is set to expire at the end of 2012. The 2010 Tax Act made substantial changes to the federal gift, estate, and generation-skipping transfer...more
As the current federal estate/gift tax law is scheduled to expire on December 31, 2012, this is an opportune time to take advantage of the planning techniques available under current law and to avoid being subject to newly...more
At the end of 2010, Congress passed, and President Obama signed into law, significant changes in the estate, gift and generation-skipping transfer ("GST") tax regime. The 2010 tax legislation extended the so-called "Bush Tax...more
There is still time in 2012 to take advantage of a unique gifting opportunity offered under the 2010 Tax Relief Act. The Act, which was signed into law on December 17, 2010, unified the federal estate, lifetime gift and...more
Although the end of the year is several months away, it is time to think about taking advantage of the generous tax savings that may be available for 2012 only.
The 2010 Tax Act made significant changes to the estate,...more
THE OPPORTUNITY: On December 17, 2010, Congress and President Obama set the exemption from gift tax at $5 million (adjusted by cost-of-living factors; for 2012, the exemption amount is $5.12 million). This exemption had never...more
The last three years have witnessed substantial changes in federal estate and gift tax laws and more changes are undoubtedly coming. Such changes offer a number of opportunities for clients to achieve their estate planning...more
With the uncertainty in the Estate Tax and Gift Tax Laws, coupled with an election cycle, many people are faced with the decision of what approach is best for both their estate plan and tax savings strategies in 2012. There...more
As we enter the second half of 2012, it is important to consider certain time-sensitive estate and gift planning opportunities. The gift and GST tax exemptions were increased to $5,120,000 for 2012 – the highest exemptions in...more
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Right now I want to add multicolumns to the listbox.
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SAC Directors Elect JRSA's Executive Committee for 2012-2013
Statistical Analysis Centers Win Awards for Outstanding Publications
Missouri SAC Wins 2012 SAC Web Site Award
Leveraging National Standards to Accelerate Recidivism Studies: Nlets, BJS, and the States
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SACs in Minnesota, New Mexico, Utah, and West Virginia were awarded JRSA's Douglas Yearwood National Publication Award, which recognizes outstanding efforts by SACs to publish useful and high quality reports. Awards are given to a large SAC (five or more full-time staff) and a small SAC (fewer than five full-time staff) in each of two categories: Statistical/Management and Research/Policy Analysis.
In the Statistical/Management category, West Virginia won in the large SAC division for Assessing the Validity of Hate Crime Reporting: An Analysis of NIBRS Data, written by Stephen M. Haas and Erica Turley of the SAC, and James J. Nolan and Jake Stump, West Virginia University. The purpose of the research in this report is to examine the degree to which classification error impacts the statistical accuracy of hate crime, as reported in official law enforcement statistics. The researchers randomly selected cases, which were included in the state's statistical data files, from designated offense categories for a detailed review of the officer's written narrative of the incident. According to the authors, "though this approach has been applied to examine error across general crime types, no study to date has systematically focused on a crime category as widely believed to be underreported as hate crimes." In addition, a focus group was held to gain insight into the thought processes used by frontline officers when they are deciding whether a specific incident constitutes a hate crime. One of the goals of the report is to use this information for training officers on the reporting of hate crimes.
Judges were enthusiastic in their praise for Assessing the Validity of Hate Crime Reporting. One judge said, "The report was clear, concise and to the point. The authors did a great job describing the methodology and issues." Another judge commented that, "A lot was done in a small space, providing a good model of terms and methodology for other states working with NIBRS and with hate crimes. It had a good mix of examples, qualitative and quantitative, with appropriate nuance given to considerations of each, and effectively used 'triangulation' to reinforce each approach's findings . . . solid work."
In the small SAC division, there was a tie: Minnesota won for Youth in Minnesota Correctional Facilities and the Effects of Trauma: Responses to the 2010 Minnesota Student Survey, and Utah received an award for Utah Crime Survey 2010: Victimization & Perceptions.
The Minnesota report was written by Dana Swayze and Danette Buskovick, and explores how youth in Minnesota correctional facilities who report having experienced trauma on the Minnesota Student Survey (MSS) are similar to or different from those who do not. In addition, the responses of a matched sample of youth who have the same age, gender, and racial attributes as the youth in correctional facilities but who took the MSS in a mainstream school are analyzed for their experiences with trauma. One judge commented on the importance of the topic and how the criminal justice "trauma-responsive" policies were described. Another judge appreciated the rec- ommendations in the conclusion of the report, and another commented on the clarity of the report: "The explanation and illustration of how to interpret the data and graphs/charts were much appreciated and easy to follow."
According to Utah Crime Survey 2010, written by Ben Peterson, the Utah SAC conducted the victimization survey (the fifth since 2000) to better understand the nature and extent of crime in Utah as well as public opinion on the topic of crime, such as respondents' perceptions of crime in the community, causes of crime, fear of crime, personal risk, and specific crime issues such as gangs. The survey also attempted to assess the impact of victimization, reporting of crime, and the use of services. The survey covered crimes that occurred between May 2009 and May 2010. Judges liked how the information in this publication was presented; there was a brief narrative for each section followed by more detailed footnote-like bullets. They also appreciated that an explanation of the methodology and demographic characteristics of respondents were in the appendix. Said one judge, "This report was very reader-friendly and can likely be understood by an array of audiences."
In the Research/Policy Analysis category West Virginia was the large SAC winner again for Helping Others Pursue Excellence in Public Schools: Assessing the Impact of Hope CDC's Mentoring Program, and New Mexico took the small SAC award for New Mexico's Transition from Prison to Community Initiative: A Gaps Analysis.
The West Virginia report was written by Stephen Haas and Erica Turley, and describes the results of an impact evaluation of the HOPE (Helping Others Pursue Excellence) mentoring program, an initiative designed to improve the academic performance and behavior of at-risk youth by providing mentors in typically underperforming schools. The study goal was to assess if the program contained elements that would suggest the potential for program success. In addition to describing the HOPE program, discussing the methodology for the evaluation, and examining the results, this report also reviewed prior research studies involving mentoring programs, and based on these made recommendations on how to improve the design of the HOPE program. The judges commented on how important this piece of the report was. One judge wrote, "The authors did an excellent job of reviewing the literature and showing the importance of the topic they were researching. They followed the lead of previous work and used a strong research design to evaluate the program." Another remarked that, "The research is effective in addressing prior weaker research designs, and methods."
New Mexico's report, written by Kristine Denman, Lisa Broidy, Ashley Gonzales, Tomas Segovia, Dale Willits, Paul Guerin, and Tony Ortiz, highlights current progress toward, and outlines key gaps in, implementation of the Transition from Prisons to Community Initiative (TPCI) within the prison system in New Mexico. The national TPCI model, which aims to improve reentry success among prisoners, differs from other reentry models. The primary differences are the emphasis on risk reduction rather thanrisk management, collaboration within and across multiple agencies at many levels, and commitment of state government and leadership within the corrections agencies. The report documents the significant efforts made to implement reentry reform within New Mexico prisons and includes recommendations to facilitate the goal of fully implementing the model, emphasizing activities that should occur in the institutional setting. The report is accompanied by a separate Executive Summary, which was praised by the judges, one of whom noted the robust length of the full report. Another judge wrote, "This analysis was comprehensive, exceptionally organized and well written. The authors went into great detail on best practices and clearly identified the gaps in the program. They also made detailed recommendations on how the state could improve their program."
The awards were announced during JRSA's Annual Business Meeting webinar on October 17. For more information on the awards and links to the publications, go to www.jrsa.org/awards/publication-awards.htm.


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Star-Banner readers share their views on government, debtors, the Dreamliner and Amendment 11.
A nation in decline
Nowadays we have very few men of moral character, sound judgment and honesty — and it certainly shows. What this world needs more than anything else is peace.
Man's selfishness and his unwillingness to forgive has almost destroyed this world. Some of the most terrible decisions have been made in the last few years by so-called smart people. What these people have forgotten is common sense.
The Bible says "for the time will come when men will not put up with sound doctrine. They will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths." If there was ever a time when people wouldn't believe in sound doctrine, it is now.
When government becomes God, we have a dictatorship. That's what this nation is rapidly becoming. They are leading us toward a one-world government, and we will no longer have the freedoms and privileges that we now enjoy. The biggest share of the people have been brainwashed by smooth-talking politicians and the news media. They have done great harm to this nation.
Wake up citizens. This is our nation. It is not owned by the government, the news media or anyone else. It belongs to us. We will certainly have no future if things continue to go as it has been. A nation cannot survive when it turns against everything it once believed in.
Every time I think of what is happening to our nation, I get a sick feeling about it all. God help us to turn back to the things that made this country great. Many of our brave soldiers fought and died for that very thing.
William L. Heacock
Debtors prison?
We should encourage the Legislature to represent our interests in correcting the laws that restrict or revoke the ability of otherwise capable individuals to hold a driver's license and to provide for their own transportation, for whatever reason they may need transportation. This would enable them to provide for themselves and their families without the worry of becoming part of the system, a system that seems content to further collect fines and fees if they don't obey the rules — rules that I contend do little or nothing to improve the chances that they will be able to support their children, and therefor lessen the burden of the taxpayer.
Most lawyers will tell you that there is no debtors prison, so why do I hear of so many men spending time in jail? This is a burden on the system that appears to serve no purpose at all, and I encourage those who represent us to stop this practice of further harming this segment of our population.
If in fact a reliable study shows some benefit from what I contend is a vindictive attitude toward these individuals, then I would like to see it, for I do not believe our government should be taking such a harsh attitude toward any person who otherwise seems to be simply trying to get by in this age of difficulty.
Bill Wing
Dreamliner nightmare
The recent Associated Press article and statement concerning the unfolding saga of Boeing's highest profile plane, the 737, has raised new questions about federal oversights regarding aircraft manufacturing. Also, as aviation technology advances, the FAA tries to keep up, but such statements place a cloud over the regulating system and the way FAA does its job.
It is true the FAA relies almost entirely on contractors to achieve and maintain a balance between design development and manufacturing consideration, and this degree of dependence does not provide assurance.
We are now living in a world of fast technical advances. As new systems, processes and specifications are developed, they are certified by the FAA before being put into use. Aircrafts' first article inspection for systems and sub-systems are mandatory items, and any engineering change proposals (ECPs) have to be approved by the FAA. This indicates they are not lagging behind in their know-how.
Boeing Dreamliner's lithium-ion battery problems could be caused by split functions with tasks being performed at different locations. In the development of new aircraft systems, man-machine interface problems frequently arise where no precedent for the solution exists. Continued research and development can often disclose the answers.
It is a fact that FAA cannot inspect quality into aircraft systems, but can only certify what the contractor gives them as a finalized product for certification.
If there is doubt about the FAA regulatory way of doing business, these procedures can always be rewritten to be effective. The FAA task is to protect the integrity of the aircraft and flight safety for the public. They are complying with all the regulations which impact quality and performance deficiencies, so the 737 has been grounded and has to be re-certified.
Walter J. Saucer
Give seniors a break
The four members of the County Commission reticent about implementing voter-approved homestead exemption Amendment 11 might want to consider that among those who qualify are members, albeit a precious few, of the "Greatest Generation," who answered their country's call to arms so many years ago.
No doubt those whose income qualifies for the help struggle to pay their bills, and it is within the purview of the commission members to give them a helping hand.
The county budget writers estimate the cost at $162,000, indeed, as the Star-Banner editorial writer points out, a paltry sum for a government with a nine-figure budget.
Commissioners, the voters spoke loud and clear on Nov. 5, 2012. Give these deserving seniors a break. And the "few" — those old warriors who are still alive — will thank you.
Ken Tipper


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It is true that Perl 6's syntax is evolving and not for production. However, Perl 6's semantics is much more stable, and most of it has been feature-frozen for many months now.
And it's okay for only the underlying layers be production-quality for a while. People w
I think even someone not into computing, perhaps especially so, would be able to pick up on the conflicting messages being emitted about P6. Much of the problem is due to the 'if we ignore it it'll go away' philosophy coupled with those deeply involved with certain integral parts of the project speaking much more openly and candidly in dark corners with trusted listeners. Parrot is the poster child of this problem and it, indeed, raises significant doubts about the p6 project as a whole. Problems that ever
speaking much more openly and candidly in dark corners with trusted listeners
People do that about employers too, so I'm not sure if this activity in itself is really saying anything about the project.
If it becomes bad enough, true. [Given that all employers suck, to some degree. It's just minimising the suck, and trading unimportant suckage to reduce suckage in the areas that really matter to you. "Life is pain, Highness. Anyone who says differently is selling something" a.k.a. a recruiter]
I'd say by working with p5p, we are getting back to the route of expressing the parts of Perl6 that actually solves real-world problems (class introspection, fast method calls, named params, constraints, macros) into Perl5 land, and the surface syntax --
My response was simply, Can you name any dynamic languages that are self-hosting? No one at the table could – perhaps someone else knows. Personally, I don't see why this matters so much. Perhaps some benefit would be derived from having parrot (or whatever the ultimate VM ends up being) be self-hosting, but I'm not convinced o


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Cake pops
Cake pops
These cake pops are balls of cake mixed with icing and covered in a hard chocolate shell. They are great for parties and cute when you want something a little bit fancy.
serves: 24 | prep: 0:30
- 1 box chocolate cake, prepared (I used Betty Crocker Devils food cake)
- 1 container Betty Crocker creamy deluxe frosting, chocolate
- 1 bag (375g) white chocolate melts
- sprinkles of your choice
- lollypop sticks
- Cut the prepared cake in half and crumble by rubbing the two halves together.
- Pour in the creamy deluxe frosting and mix using a spoon.
- Line a baking tray with baking paper and form the balls by rolling a tablespoon of the cake mix in your hands for your cake pops.
- Put the tray in the freezer for 20 minutes.
- To melt the chocolate, put a saucepan of water one-third full on the stove. Bring to the boil and melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl over the water, ensuring that the water is not touching the bottom of the bowl. Turn off the heat but leave the bowl sitting over the hot water.
- Remove the cake balls from the freezer 12 at a time and push the lollypop stick about 1cm into the ball. Dip them into the chocolate and cover with sprinkles.
- Remove the next 12 cake balls and repeat until completed.
- These are so sweet that you will only need one or two per person.
- I purchased the lollypop sticks and pieces of Styrofoam from Spotlight to create a stand. I just covered this in foil so I could use it again at a later date.
- You can change the flavour of frosting or the type of cake you use for something different.
- I leave the chocolate sitting over the hot water to keep it liquid. It dries and sets quite quickly otherwise.
- I originally saw these made using Wiltons candy melts for a coating but they are quite expensive and hard to source.
- These pops are covered in Dollarsweets Fairy Dust (pink) and Jurassic Bitz (blue/green) which I purchased from the supermarket.
- These cake pops look adorable in different colours and are perfect for a rainbow theme party! You could even have them sticking out of this fabulous rainbow marble cake.
- Planning a party for a fairy princess? Simply coat these cake pops in pink sprinkles and you'll have edible fairy wands to hand out! These pretty fairy cakes will also look sweet on the party food table. And no princess party is complete without an amazing princess birthday cake.
- If you're concerned about all the processed sugar at your child's party, this impressive fresh fruit cake is a healthy alternative to also place on the food table. And kids surprisingly love it!
- Looking for a basic cake that you can decorate however you wish? This large birthday mud cake is big enough to feed a crowd.
- Now THIS is a fun idea! Make a smash cake filled with lollies that your birthday guest of honour can crack open instead of blowing out candles!
- You could colour these pops to go with whatever party theme you're having, such as pink and purple to match this My Little Pony birthday cake for pony-obsessed girls. Or red, white and blue to go with these Ninjago cupcakes for a ninja theme party.
- For a simple, yet timeless gender neutral cake, check out this easy recipe for a balloon birthday cake.
- Sesame Street fans will love these cute Cookie Monster cupcakes and Elmo cupcakes, which you could colour match the cake pops with.
- This recipe was created by Jennifer Cheung for Kidspot, Australia's best recipe finder.


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O's bullpen getting job done without star power
By Brittany Ghiroli and Greg Luca / MLB.com
Johnson's ERA stands at 1.10, with setup man Pedro Strop (1.32), sidearmer Darren O'Day (1.67) and veteran Luis Ayala (1.89) making up an impressive relief corps that also features Troy Patton, Kevin Gregg and Dana Eveland -- who left the team Sunday on paternity leave.
"We don't have too many [big] names," said Ayala, who called the current O's bullpen a "family," and said it's the closest group he's ever been a part of in his eight big league seasons. "Last year, [while pitching] with the Yankees, we had a good bullpen, but we had a lot of [big] names over there. We don't have big names, but we have big numbers."
The O's bullpen, which tossed four scoreless innings Saturday night and three more Sunday, leads the AL with 15 wins -- Strop recorded the victory Sunday -- and has tossed the third-most innings in the league, thanks in part to 11 extra-innings game.
Manager Buck Showalter prides himself on limiting the number of "ups" each pitcher gets without getting in the game, an element of bullpen management that he found was typically among relievers' biggest complaints. By trying to avoid wasting warm-ups, Showalter hopes the O's bullpen can stay healthier during the dog days of the season and continue to be a strength.
It's a far cry from a bullpen that ended last season with a 4.18 ERA and was forced to pick up the most relief innings in baseball (565 2/3) due to an ineffective and inconsistent starting rotation. The Orioles improved the depth of their rotation, and new additions to the relief corps -- only Johnson and Gregg were on last year's Opening Day roster -- have turned the bullpen into a lockdown group, confident that they can hold leads and outlast the opposition.
"This year, with this team, no one really knew what to expect for us," said O'Day, who tossed a scoreless sixth inning Saturday. "We were kind of an unknown quantity. So, for us to come out and perform like we have, and not have those expectations tied to us, is pretty surprising. We all knew we were good pitchers, and everyone has just fit together really well."
Eveland away from Orioles on paternity leave
BALTIMORE -- Dana Eveland was not available out of the Orioles' bullpen on Sunday as he was traveling to California to be with his wife for the birth of their second child.
Manager Buck Showalter said the team will not begin his three-day paternity leave until Tuesday, and the Orioles will have Tommy Hunter available out of the bullpen if the need for a long reliever were to arise on Sunday.
"We're fine," Showalter said. "Everybody is available in the bullpen today."
Once Eveland officially begins paternity leave, the O's will be able to replace him on the 25-man roster for up to three days.
Showalter said one option is to bring back reliever Matt Lindstrom, who has been on the 15-day disabled list since May 11 with a partially torn ligament in his right middle finger.
Lindstrom made a pair of rehab outings in the Gulf Coast League before moving to Double-A Bowie and pitching for them on Friday. He is scheduled to throw again on Sunday.
"It depends on what everybody thinks, if Lindstrom is ready or not," Showatler said. "We're not going to do it just because it's convenient. I know we've obviously got the staff there, and one of the scouts is going over to the Bowie game to help make that decision. So that'll probably be something that'll be decided after he pitches today."
Slumping Davis out of Orioles' starting lineup
BALTIMORE -- Chris Davis was held out of the Orioles' lineup on Sunday, a decision manager Buck Showalter attributed to Davis' 0-for-28 slump and a tough matchup with Nationals left-hander Ross Detwiler.
Davis had made seven starts in right field over the Orioles' past eight games, but he sat in favor of Steve Pearce on Sunday. Ronny Paulino served as the team's designated hitter.
"We've got some other people who need to play and are going to play," Showalter said. "He's not the only guy that's not swinging the bat right now. He's capable of better."
The Orioles hit just .167 in their past eight contests entering Sunday, and Davis' 0-for-28 skid with nine strikeouts has been a big part of that.
Davis' slide began June 15 in Atlanta, the first game he played right field.
"When I was DHing, it took me a few games to really find out a routine that worked for me, and I think it's kind of the same thing with right field," Davis said. "I've obviously got a lot on my plate with learning how to line up against guys out there and kind of where I can and where I can't go, so I'm sure I'll figure it out."
Despite his recent slump, Davis seemed to be in good spirits Sunday. Speaking to a group of reporters, Davis cracked jokes about how he would use his off-day to tan and work on his "beach muscles" before adding that if things don't work out, he could always "go back to the bullpen."
Although he admitted to missing a few pitches he would normally hit, Davis wasn't discouraged by the way he's been swinging the bat. On Saturday against the Nationals, Davis smashed a pair of line drives that found gloves.
"I hit the ball hard a couple of times last night, didn't really have anything to show for it," Davis said. "That's just the way it goes sometimes. The positive thing I can take away from it is I am still having good at-bats. I'm not just going up there, seeing three pitches and sitting down. I'm still driving the ball and hitting it hard."
Even so, Showalter can see that Davis and many other members of his team are pressing and "trying to get it all back in one at-bat."
That's part of the reason Davis got the day off, and although he said he expects that taking a day to watch from the bench could be helpful, he'd rather be out there to work through his slump.
"I want in there every day. I want 100 at-bats even if I go 0-for-100," Davis said. "I'm sure it'll turn around. That's just the way the game is."
Brian Matusz will be Tuesday's starter, the Orioles announced on Sunday. Jason Hammel is scheduled to pitch Wednesday, and Wei-Yin Chen will likely start on normal rest Thursday.
Endy Chavez's right hamstring strain is "about the same," Showalter said on Sunday. Chavez is rehabbing in Sarasota, Fla., and has been on the 15-day disabled list since June 14.
Brittany Ghiroli is a reporter for MLB.com. Read her blog, Britt's Bird Watch, and follow her on Twitter @britt_ghiroli. Greg Luca is an associate reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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The Phillies are shut out by Lester, tying the series between the Phils and the BoSox.
Jamie Moyer was only able to go five innings as he threw a lot of pitches tonight, 106 in fact, as the Phillies fall to the Red Sox, 3-0. The Red Sox would score the first runs of the game when Moyer threw a two-run home run to Coco Crisp, his sixth home run of the season, scoring Jason Varitek, who has earlier walked, to make it 2-0 BoSox. In the sixth, the Red Sox would increase their lead as Ryan Madson, who was pitching in relief of Moyer, would give up a RBI double to Julio Lugo, scoring Crisp, who has earlier singled, giving the Red Sox a 3-0 lead. That would be how the game would end, as Jon Lester, Hideki Okajima and Jonathan Papelbon would combine to seven hit the Phils, with Papelbon pitching a 1-2-3 ninth to record his twentieth save of the year.
Jamie Moyer would take the lost as he struggles to pitch five innings, giving up only two runs on four hits, and walking five, one of whom would later score. His record is now 7-4 with a 4.09 ERA. Ryan Madson would pitch an inning, giving up an earned run on two hits. Rudy Seanez would go an inning, giving up no runs on no hits, while Clay Condrey would also pitch an inning, giving up no runs on one hit. Jon Lester would get the win, going seven shut out innings as he six hit the Phillies. Hideki Okajima would pitch an inning in relief, giving up no runs on one hit. Jonathan Papelbon would pitch a 1-2-3 ninth, as he records his twentieth save of the year.
The Phillies (42-31) will conclude their three games series with the World Champion Red Sox (45-29, 1st American League East) tomorrow afternoon at Citizens Bank Park for a Business Person's Special. The game will start at 1:05 pm Eastern. The Phillies' starter will be Kyle Kendrick (6-2, 3.43), who is coming off a victory against the Cardinals on June 13, where he would pitch seven innings, giving up two runs, only one of which was earned, on eight hits, in the Phillies' 20-2 rout. He will be trying to improve his record while trying to help the Phillies win their first series since their sweep of the Braves. The Red Sox will counter with rookie Justin Masterson (3-1, 2.90), who is coming off his first major league lost as he was defeated by the Reds on June 13, where he would go six and two-thirds inning, giving up three earned runs on four hits, in the BoSox's 3-1 lost. He will be trying to avoid getting his second major league lost while trying to see if he can keep the Phillies' batters off-balanced.
The Phillies are presently leading the Marlins by two and a half games, although they are presently losing their game with the Mariners. The presently third place Mets are now trailing the Phils by six games, although they are presently trailing the Angels. The Braves, thanks to their lost to the Rangers, are still six and half games behind and in fourth place, The Phillies are presently hoping that the Marlins and the Mets will both lose their games so that the standings will remain the same before they get ready for tomorrow afternoon's game.


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I thought the Raps played pretty well except for a stretch in the 2nd. Demar, Gay and Ross were steady (Gay always gives me a couple of plays where I just shake my head), JV di okay except for fouls, but he played Mahamoud amnd Bozer pretty well I thought and showed a nice left handed hook, Luca and Anderson almost looked under control with their minutes.
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I know this is not a math forum, but I am so desperate, and I know there are lots of smart people on here. I have this math assignment and I can't do it! It'd due tomorrow too -_-;; Anyway, if anyone can solve this, please, please, let me know, thank you:
Cn=A(n)+A(n+1) -- A=kxk!
Conjecture an expression for Tn.
I can't do it X_X


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Reviewed By Jared A (Leland, IL) Reviewed for a 2003 Dodge Ram —6/22/2015 8:09 PM
Flowmaster lives up to its name. Still sounding awesome and looking great!
Reviewed By Christopher J (HARVEST, AL) Reviewed for a 2003 Dodge Ram —1/11/2015 4:12 AM
My son had these put on his truck and the sound is amazing! He has them dumped out the bottom before the axle so it's louder than usual but is very deep and rumbles. So much so I'm getting a set put on my truck!


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Ed Sheeran is one of London's biggest recent breakout stars. His debut album went platinum 4 times in the UK and in 2013, he'll join Taylor Swift on a North America tour.
Proudly sponsored by Bacardi, Spotify on Tour is bringing the Big Green Bus to events and festivals all across the US. Follow the Tour and find out where the Big Green Bus is headed next.


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Shakira, Usherm Adam Levine and Blake Shelton star in season four of The Voice.
"The Voice" is back.
The blind auditions begin Monday night.
Season four also introduces two new coaches to the proceedings.
Shakira may be new to "The Voice", but the international singing star fit in quickly.
"I was a little bit intimidated, nervous. And, you know, but... After the first 15 minutes, I was comfortable in my own skin. And I knew what I had to do," said new judge, Shakira.
R&B star Usher also announced his presence with authority and a slick move or two.
"They really do make it easy to come in there and just have fun doing it. But this is serious," said Usher.
It was also a serious move to bring the new duo in as pinch hitters for Cee Lo Green and Christina Aguilera.
"I was concerned the show wouldn't be quite as fun, because they're the wacky judges. They're the ones who wear the crazy outfits, the crazy wigs," said Yahoo Music Managing Editor, Lyndsay Parker.
But Parker says the new coaching chemistry works.
"Usher in particular, is extremely competitive. He is like a snake oil salesman trying to sell these people on coming to his team," said Parker.
The job of selling viewers on the new season of "The Voice" begins tonight.


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We have the capacity to supply Organic Fluids, namely Organic Water and Organic Beer. However, each fluid category comes with Optima, Premium and Premium Plus class of fluids. We have patents pending and approval from various government agencies in the USA. We are also working on the international level to be the preferred supplier to several countries through a distribution channel.
We would like to partner with Med Wet. I hope that Med Wet can provide the comfort for logistics and quick response time that our organization demands. Not to mention we have established business alliance with FedEx, UPS, and DHL.
While we strictly deal in fluid mechanics business, however we are forecasting demand increase in Air Technology, hence we are investigating opportunity, and our R&D folks are working on better, robust and quality air that has zero tolerance for fail.
We also supply Organic Additives with increased levels of vitamins for high performance engines. They give boost to a sluggish engine. In addition we have Organic Glucose to jump start a dying engine.
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ORLANDO, Fla. - Disney is celebrating the opening of its newest way to pamper you.
Senses, a Disney Spa, opened last month with the theme "A New Year, A New You."
The 15-treatment room facility focuses on ways to "invigorate the senses with a Disney touch."
According to Guest Services Manager Randy Turenne, each visit focuses on a specific "journey": relaxation, renewal or imagination.
"You want a journey that is going to take you somewhere else, whether is be a relaxing journey or to reinvigorate yourself or imagine yourself somewhere far away."
Once you select your journey, you'll start your experience with one of three specially designed elixirs, all infused with vitamin C.
The treatment rooms feature specially designed lighting.
"Because it is a senses spa, every feature is customized to your senses," said massage therapist Nichole Murray.
Guest can unwind in the wet area, using the whirlpool, steam room or heated lounge chairs, which maintain a temperature of about 90 degrees.
The spa even offers services for the little ones with Princess and Princess manicures and pedicures.
According to Disney officials, a similar spa will open at the Saratoga Springs resort this summer. Senses-A Disney Spa is owned and operated by Disney and is open to the public.
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Heights Recreation Center is planning a Grand Opening Celebration & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for May 28, 2013. The public is invited to come out and take part in this historic event.
New Amenities
The new Heights Recreation Center will offer patrons a variety of new amenities. It will include a full regulation-sized basketball court in the gymnasium, a dedicated game room, larger fitness and cardio areas with new equipment, updated locker rooms, larger classroom space, a preschool room, an aerobics studio and WiFi Internet access.
To learn more about the Heights Recreation Center and other recreation choices, please visit the City's Parks and Recreation Department website.
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Thread: Amp Question
Amp Question
Stereo in my boat is weak. Starting to put it together slowly. So far this is what I got;
Rockford M210S4 Marine 10" subwoofer 250 watt rms
6 kicker tower speakers 100 watts each rms
4 cabin speakers 60 watts each rms
My boat currently has 2 batteries with a switch. I play to use one to crank the boat and one to run the stereo. Will this be enough battery power essentially for 10 speakers and a sub?
Now, I am in the market for a couple of amps. What do you guys suggest without breaking the bank.
I have been looking at getting 2 Rockford Fostgate M600-4D 600 watts rms each.
Thoughts? Tips?
Without knowing what is currently in the boat, especially amp wise, theres no way to comment on any kind of improvement this new system will be over the other. What are your goals for the tower speakers, surf or wake-board range?
With 2 4 chnl amps, I see it configured like this: 4 in-boats on one half of one amp, with each speaker receiving 75W rms. Thats decent power for most any 6.5" in-boat. Sub bridged on the other half receiving 300W rms.
Tower setup will have 1 pair on one half of 2nd amp with each speaker receiving 100W rms each and the other 2 pair on the other half of the amp receiving 75W rms each.
Looks like a respectable system if your goals are to have good performing, balanced setup thats not breaking the bank.
It only takes a single battery to power a system, but 2 banks and a dual-battery switch will allow you to safely play at anchor, leaving one in reserve to restart the engine. Now, how long will it play on that one battery will be determined by a number of things, and even then, its a guesstimate. Amps, there tuning, battery Ah, type of music, how loud you play, ect, etc. If you need some serious play time, you may need to invest in a larger battery bank and plan on some shore charging.


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Half of the Pac-12 remains among the top 40 recruiting classes in the newly-released ESPN recruiting rankings. In order, Arizona, Arizona State, Oregon, USC, Stanford and UCLA represent the conference after a big week on the recruiting trail for virtually all of those programs.
Trending up: Just about the entire Pac-12 gets a mention here, as Arizona State, Oregon, USC and UCLA all moved up in the team rankings. While Arizona still sits at No. 15, the Wildcats added two very important pieces in No. 15 overall prospect Jalen Tabor (Washington, D.C./Friendship Collegiate Academy) and ESPN offensive tackle Jordan Poland (La Jolla, Calif./La Jolla Country Day). Arizona State moved from No. 18 to No. 17, while Oregon jumped from No. 27 to No. 25 and USC moved from No. 31 to No. 27. Stanford held at No. 28, while UCLA used several commitments to climb one spot from No. 34 to No. 33 overall. Other Pac-12 programs, including Cal, Washington and Washington State, added recent commitments as well.
Trending down: The Pac-12's chance at a top-five recruiting class.
While six Pac-12 programs are just about guaranteed to finish among the top 40 classes on signing day, barring a collapse down the stretch, the chances that one of them pushes its way into the top five is shrinking and that can be blamed on how successful the head coaches in the conference have been as a whole. No program is running away with the recruiting title right now, and there is still a chance that any of the six ranked teams could wind up with the top spot in the conference. While Arizona's class looks full at this point, with 29 commitments, the Wildcats coaches will find a way to create space if more uncommitted recruits want to jump on board. Arizona State and Stanford are still chasing ESPN 300 offensive tackle Casey Tucker (Chandler, Ariz./Hamilton), while the Cardinal and Bruins are in it for ESPN 300 defensive end Solomon Thomas (Coppell, Tex./Coppell). Also, ESPN 300 prospects Adoree' Jackson (Gardena, Calif./Serra), John Smith (Long Beach, Calif./Poly) and Damien Mama (Bellflower, Calif./St. John Bosco) could all shape the classes at UCLA or USC. But because there is no dominant recruiting force in the conference this year, it's likely that multiple teams could wind up among the top 15 overall and be extremely happy with their signings, but it looks unlikely -- at this point, at least -- that one will push to be among the nation's elite on signing day.
One to watch: The weekend of Jan. 17.
It's a huge official visit weekend for the conference, as it's the first weekend following the dead period and virtually every Pac-12 program will have a long list of official visitors. Just about every school is using that weekend to host their committed recruits, so all eyes will be on the uncommitted prospects who join them because it will be one of the strongest recruiting pushes any program will be able to make between now and signing day. Though there are still a handful of in-home visit opportunities remaining, few recruiting pitches are stronger than spending a weekend on campus surrounded by committed recruits.
Bold prediction: The Pac-12 will keep the top West recruits at home.
It started out a little shaky, as top West region recruits committed to schools outside of the area. And even now, of the five committed recruits among the top 10 prospects in the west, three are headed out of the conference. But the Pac-12 will close strong, landing commitments from Jackson, Smith, Tucker, Mama, Michiah Quick (Fresno, Calif./Central East) and Dalton Schultz (South Jordan, Utah/Bingham), giving the conference 15 of the top 20 West region prospects.


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Summaries of EU Legislation
Summaries of EU legislation: direct access to the main summaries page.
Strategy for cooperation with Vietnam (2007-2013)
The European Union grants development aid to Vietnam, in particular aimed at poverty reduction, good public governance, the development of health care, economic reforms and the integration of the country into the global economy.
The European Commission - Vietnam Strategy Paper 2007-2013.
Cooperation between the European Union (EU) and Vietnam aims primarily to reduce the level of poverty in the country. This aim is pursued in line with Vietnam's socio-economic development plan and the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).
Cooperation priorities
This strategy identifies a limited number of areas for cooperation, in order to enhance the effectiveness of development aid. Cooperation actions are mainly financed through the instrument for development cooperation (DCI). They are aimed at supporting:
- socio-economic development, particularly the reform of public policies and the increase of financial resources, including by mobilising international donors;
- the health sector, especially to improve access to care, the development of infrastructure and to extend the coverage of social protection to the whole population.
Furthermore, the EU supports the development of trade with Vietnam, to help the country to maximise its international trade development and exploit its membership of the World Trade Organization (WTO). Cooperation should contribute to the development of trade policies, and the legal framework applicable to workers, enterprises, investment and exports.
The increase in trade should have a positive impact on reducing poverty and the sustainable development of the country.
Policy dialogue
The partners are undertaking a strategic dialogue, in particular with a view to strengthening public institutions, public administration, good governance and human rights.
In addition, a set of thematic objectives supplements these priorities. They can be implemented through the European Instrument for Stability. The objectives are as follows:
- democracy and human rights;
- the development of civil society;
- migration and asylum policy;
- human and social development;
- environmental protection and sustainable resource management;
- higher education.
Cross-cutting issues
Cooperation actions should have a positive impact on gender equality, the fight against HIV/AIDS, environmental protection, democracy, good governance and human rights.
In 2007, Vietnam and the EU launched negotiations with a view to intensifying their relations by adopting a Partnership and Cooperation Agreement.
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SCRANTON, Pa. (AP) — Former state senator Bob Mellow spent years as a power broker in Harrisburg, clout that paid off by having his name adorn public projects in his northeastern Pennsylvania district.
But these days Mellow is serving a federal sentence at a prison camp in South Carolina for conspiracy to commit mail fraud, and now some of those names are coming down.
Lackawanna College and Marywood University said Thursday they're renaming a theater and athletic center that bear his name. It's also been removed from a park in Blakely and Keystone College's Mellow Family Children's Campus.
The Lackawanna County Democrat faces charges for what prosecutors say were illegal actions related to vendors and contracts at the Pennsylvania Turnpike. He's accused of pressuring turnpike staff to support him politically and raise campaign funds.


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The Phillies sweep the first place Marlins by crushing them, 13-2
For the first time in 2009, the Phillies took an early lead and held onto it, as they proceeded to sweep the first place Marlins by defeating them handily, 13-2. The victory place them in second place, a game and a half behind the now slumping fish in the National League East.
The Phils took the lead in the first as, with runners on second and third, and with one man out, Ryan Howard hits an RBI bloop single into left field, scoring Shane Victorino, who had earlier walked, moved up to second base on Eric Bruntlett's walk and had gone over to third on Chase Utley's ground out, 3-unassistant, giving the Phils a 1-0 lead, while sending Bruntlett, who had earlier walk and had gone to second on Utley's ground out, over to third. After Jayson Werth had walked, loading up the bases as Howard moved over to second, Raul Ibanez made it a 2-0 Phillies' lead as he hits a sacrifice fly to left, scoring Bruntlett. In the fourth, the Phillies made it 4-0 when, with runners on second and third, and two men outs, Utley hits a two-run single, scoring Phillies' starter Jamie Moyer, who had earlier singled and had gone over to third on Bruntlett's double, and Bruntlett, who had earlier doubled. The Marlins would finally score a run in the fifth as, with runners on first and second, and two men out, Hanley Ramirez hits an RBI single, making it a 4-1 Phils' lead, scoring Cody Ross, who had earlier singled, and had gone to second base on Burke Badenhop's sacrifice bunt attempt, beating Chris Coste's throw to second, while sending Badenhop, who had earlier been safe on his sacrifice bunt attempt, went over to second. Moyer would then get out of the inning by getting Jorge Cantu to fly out to left field on a spectacular catch by Ibanez. The Phillies finally broke the game wide open in the seventh. With runners on second and third, and one man out, Pedro Feliz hits a RBI single, easily scoring Werth, who had earlier reached base on a Jeremy Hermida's two-base fielding error, ending up on second, and stealing third as part of a double steal with Ibanez, giving the Phils a 5-1 lead, while sending Ibanez, who had been intentionally walked and had stolen second, to third base, putting runners on the corners. Coste was then hit by the pitch, sending him to first, while Feliz moved up to second, loading up the bases. Pinch hitter Greg Dobbs then walks, forcing in Ibanez, making the score 6-1 Phillies, while Feliz and Coste both moved up a base, leaving the bases loaded. Victorino then broke the game wide open as he hits a two-run RBI single, giving the Phillies an 8-1 lead, as he scored both Feliz and Coste, while sending Dobbs over to second. The Phils added to their lead in the eighth. With the bases loaded, via a single to Howard, a walk to Werth and a single to Ibanez, Feliz hits an RBI single, making the score 9-1 Phils as Howard scored, while Werth and Ibanez moved up to third and second base, with no one out. After Coste strikes out, pinch hitter Matt Stairs took a walk, focing in Werth, and making it a 10-1 Phils' lead, while both Ibanez and Feliz moved up a base, with one out. Victorino followed with a two-run double, knocking in both Ibanez and Feliz, while sending Stairs over to third, as he made it a 12-1 Phils' lead. Bruntlett then knocked in the thirteenth and final Phils' run with a sacrifice fly, scoring Stairs from third base. In the bottom of the ninth, Alfredo Amezega made the score 13-2 Phils, when, with a runner on third, and one out, he hits a sacrfice fly, scoring Ronny Paulino from third, who had earlier doubled and had gone to third on a J.A. Happ's wild pitch, for the inning's second out. Happ then struck out Cameron Maybin for the final out.
Jamie Moyer got the win, as he pitched six solid innings, giving up only one run on seven scattered hits and a walk, while striking out six. His record is now 3-1, tying him for the team's lead in wins, while reducing his ERA to 5.09. His record against the Marlins is now 12-1. Chad Durbin pitched a scoreless inning, giving up no hits. J.A. Happ pitched two innings, giving up a run on one hit and a wild pitch, as he struck out three. The Phils' pitching staff gave up no home runs in the game. Rookie Graham Taylor took the lost, being wild early, as he would only go three and two-thirds innings, giving up four runs on four hits, six walks and a hit batter, as he struck out only two batters. His record is 0-1 with a 9.82 ERA. Burke Badenhop then pitched two and one-third scoreless innings, giving up only a hit and a walk, while he struck out two. Hayden Penn pitched an inning plus three batters, giving up seven runs, only six of which were earned, on four hits, three walks, a hit batter and a wild pitch, while he struck out two. Kiko Calero pitched an inning, giving up two runs on two hits and a walk, as he struck out a Phillie batter. Regular position player, Cody Ross, came in to pitched a scoreless ninth, giving up just a hit.
The Phillies had twelve hits in the game, with Pedro Feliz leading the team with three hits, all singles, as he raised his batting average to .298. Shane Victorino and Ryan Howard followed with two hits apiece, with one of Victorino's hits being a double. Eric Bruntlett, Chase Utley, Jayson Werth, Raul Ibanez and Jamie Moyer each recorded a hit, with Bruntlett's hit being a double. Victorino knocked in four runs in the game, Utley and Feliz each knocked in two runs, while Bruntlett, Howard, Ibanez, Dobbs and Stairs each had an RBI. The Phils also gathered eleven walks in the game, along with two hit batsmen.
The Phillies (9-8, 2nd) comes back home to start a three-games series at Citizens Bank Park with the last place Nationals (4-13, 5th). The game will start at 7:05 pm Eastern. Joe Blanton (0-2, 7.31), will take the mound for the Phils, coming off his second straight lost, this one at the hands of the Brewers on April 22, as he pitched a quality start, giving up three runs on eight hits and a walk, as he struck out five, in six innings of work, in the Phillies' 3-1 lost. He will be looking for his first win of the year and his third straight quality start. The Nationals will countered with Shairon Martis (2-0, 4.11), who is coming off his second straight win against the Braves on April 21, as he pitched six strong innings, giving up only two runs on six hits and four walks, while he struck out two, in the Nationals' 4-3 win. He will be going for his third straight victory of the season, his second against the Phillies. The Phils hope to increase their winning streak to four games.


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German Social Survey (ALLBUS), 1991 (ICPSR 34865)
Principal Investigator(s): Mohler, Peter Ph.; Braun, Michael; Scheuch, Erwin K.; Hader, Michael
The German Social Survey (ALLBUS) monitors social trends in Germany. The special topics of investigation for this data collection included attitudes towards politics, economics, environmental issues, work and profession, social structure, marriage and family, religion, and goals of the middle class in West and East Germany, with particular emphasis on differences between the two. Basic demographic and socioeconomic data also were collected.
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Study Description
Scope of Study
Subject Terms: career goals, economic conditions, environment, families, German reunification, life satisfaction, marriage, middle class, political attitudes, public opinion, religious attitudes, social attitudes, social structure, socioeconomic status, work attitudes
Geographic Coverage: Germany, Global
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