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Ingenuity Variant Analysis is the leading application for analysis and interpretation of human sequencing data generated with next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies. The application uses accurate, curated biological content from the Ingenuity Knowledge Base, plus many additional sources of variant-level content, to help researchers studying genetics and disease biology to quickly sift through millions of variants and identify causal variants based on known relationships with pathways, genes, biological processes, and diseases. Sharing features enable collaboration with colleagues and peers, and data and graphics can be exported to aid in manuscript preparation for publication.For more information,visit qiagenbioinformatics.com
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Causal Network AnalyticsVariants in genes within one or 2 network 'hops' of upstream or downstream genes are identified by Causal Network Analytics. Understand not only known relationships, but also variants in genes that have relationships or interactions with those genes known to be associated.
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Direct Flights from Halifax | the complete list
More and more travelers are getting fed up with the problems and headaches associated with connecting flights and stopovers. Below you will find a comprehensive list of everywhere you can fly to from Halifax on a direct flight, along with the best methods for finding direct flights.
For the record, the correct terminology for a single flight between two cities that doesn't have any stopovers is actually supposed to be called a nonstop flight. And the technical definition of a direct flight is actually a flight that makes one stop along the way, but uses a single flight number.
In the real world though, I'd say 99% of travelers also use the term direct flight to refer to a flight that doesn't have a stopover along the way. So for the purposes of this article I'll use the terms direct and nonstop to both refer to the same thing, a flight that gets you from point A to point B without stopping .
How to find direct (non-stop) flights from Halifax:
Method #1: Google Flights
- In the box under 'roundtrip', type in 'Halifax' if it isn't set already
- Above the map, click on Stops and change it to 'Nonstop'
It should look something like this:
What you want to look for are the BLUE dots. These are the destinations with direct flights available from Halifax. Ignore the white dots. You may need to zoom in a bit to see some of the blue dots.
Method #2: OpenFlights.org
- Type in YHZ in the search bar at the lower right section of the map, and select Halifax Intl (YHZ), Canada when it pops up.
- Hit Search
This will also display a map of destinations with direct flights from Halifax. Unlike Google Flights though, it doesn't retrieve prices, but has some other features you may find useful, such as figuring out where you can fly to directly from airports in foreign countries. (Google Flights doesn't yet display flight data from countries outside North America).
Between these two methods, you can get a pretty good idea of what destinations you can fly to directly from Halifax. Neither one has perfect data though, and either can be missing destinations, especially with regards to charter flights.
For that reason, I've compiled what I believe to be the complete and accurate list of *all* destinations that have direct flights available from Halifax. Note that some may be seasonal flights and only available at certain times of the year.
The complete list of destinations with direct (nonstop) flights from Halifax
Updated: Sep 1, 2019
* = direct flights are seasonal (typically, the flights are available for winter travel)
Under 1 hour
YCL - Charlo, New Brunswick (Provincial Airlines)
YFC - Fredericton, New Brunswick (Air Canada)
YQM - Moncton, New Brunswick (Air Canada)
YQY - Sydney, Nova Scotia (Air Canada)
YSJ - Saint John, New Brunswick (Air Canada)
YYG - Charlottetown, PEI (Air Canada)
1-2 hours
BOS - Boston, Massachusetts (Air Canada, United)
FSP - Saint Pierre and Miquelon (Air Saint Pierre)
YDF - Deer Lake, Newfoundland (Air Canada)
YOW - Ottawa, Ontario (Air Canada, Porter, WestJet)
YQX - Gander, Newfoundland (Air Canada)
YUL - Montreal, Quebec (Air Canada, Porter)
YYR - Goose Bay, Newfoundland (Air Canada)
YYT - St. John's, Newfoundland (Air Canada, Porter, WestJet)
2-3 hours
DTW - Detroit, Michigan (Delta)
EWR - Newark, New Jersey (United)
IAD - Washington, D.C. (United)
JFK - New York City, New York (Delta*)
PHL - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (US Airways)
YHM - Hamilton, Ontario (WestJet*)
YYZ - Toronto, Ontario (Air Canada, WestJet)
3-4 hours
ATL - Atlanta, Georgia (Delta*)
FLL - Fort Lauderdale, Florida (Air Canada*, Air Transat*, WestJet*)
MCO - Orlando, Florida (Air Canada*, Air Transat*, Sunwing*, WestJet*)
ORD - Chicago, Illinois (United)
TPA - Tampa Bay, Florida (Air Canada*, WestJet*)
4-5 hours
AZS - Samana, Dominican Republic (Air Canada*)
CCC - Cayo Coco, Cuba (Air Canada*, Air Transat*, Sunwing*)
CUN - Cancun, Mexico (Air Canada*, Air Transat*, Sunwing*, WestJet*)
HOG - Holguin, Cuba (Air Canada*, Air Transat*, Sunwing*)
KEF - Reykjavik, Iceland (Icelandair*)
MBJ - Montego Bay, Jamaica (Air Canada*, Air Transat*, Sunwing*, WestJet*)
POP - Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic (Air Canada*, Air Transat*, Sunwing*)
PUJ - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic (Air Canada*, Air Transat*, Sunwing*, WestJet*)
SNU - Santa Clara, Cuba (Air Transat*, Cubana*, Sunwing*)
VRA - Varadero, Cuba (Air Transat*, Sunwing*)
5-6 hours
CDG - Paris, France (WestJet*)
GLA - Glasgow, Scotland (WestJet*)
YEG - Edmonton, Alberta (WestJet)
YYC - Calgary, Alberta (WestJet)
6-7 hours
FRA - Frankfurt, Germany (Condor*)
LGW - London, England UK - (Air Transat*)
LHR - London, England UK - (Air Canada)
If you spot any errors or missing destinations, please give me a shout, it's definitely appreciated.
Oct 03, 2014 - WestJet announces direct flights from Halifax to Glasgow, Scotland (GLA)
Sep 18, 2013 - Air Transat no longer offers flights from Halifax to Saint Petersburg, Florida (PIE).
Halifax to Orlando, Florida - $283 CAD roundtrip including taxes | non-stop flights
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Halifax to Seattle, Washington - $251 CAD roundtrip including taxes
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Halifax to Minneapolis, Minnesota - $236 CAD roundtrip including taxes
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Halifax to Orlando, Florida - $213 to $287 CAD roundtrip including taxes | non-stop flights
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Halifax to New York City - $231 CAD roundtrip including taxes | non-stop flights
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Halifax to Chicago, Illinois - $254 to $269 CAD roundtrip | non-stop flights
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Halifax to Maui, Honolulu, Kona, or Kauai, Hawaii - $415 to $438 CAD roundtrip
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These little pear tomatoes will be showing some color soon ... I hope! That's my cage of leaf compost behind them. This vine is huge! It's sprawling everywhere and it's loaded with little green tomatoes.
This is my entry in Dr. Charles' Tomato Exhibition. Entrants so far are posted here. Thanks to Sarabeth for posting the link.
Dill, zinnias, and marigold are in the foreground. In the background, cucumbers are growing up and out onto their wooden pallet trellis. I've left lots of blank area for them to spread into.
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NCAA March Madness officially starts in March 19th, so pretty soon the college sports world will be rocked by upsets and cinderella stories galore. While downloading appropriate mobile apps can't guarantee wins for your favorite collegiate team, they sure can rev you up for the barrages of high-flying jams, three pointers, and sound basketball fundamentals. […]
NCAA March Madness officially starts in March 19th, so pretty soon the college sports world will be rocked by upsets and cinderella stories galore. While downloading appropriate mobile apps can't guarantee wins for your favorite collegiate team, they sure can rev you up for the barrages of high-flying jams, three pointers, and sound basketball fundamentals. These mobile apps can nail buzzer beaters better than the rest.
ESPN Bracket Bound (iOS, Android Free)
The worldwide leader in sports offers the most comprehensive mobile apps for following March Madness. Besides the expected highlight videos, breaking news, and professional coverage, you can fill out your annual bracket and enter the ESPN Tournament Challenge. After you make your picks, you can follow along in real-time. Stay informed of your alma mater's hardcourt efforts in the My Team section or visit the Bracketology section for projections. ESPN Bracket Bound is most certainly elite, and would crush any opposing mobile app in a game of one-on-one.
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Last year's app is back with all the NCAA tournament streaming your smartphone or tablet can handle. With coverage of all 67 games and video highlights provided by Turner Sports and CBS Sports, every college basketball fan needs to download NCAA March Madness Live. You can participate in the app's Bracket Challenge or chat it up with other fans in the March Madness Social Arena. Typically, NCAA March Madness Live comes equipped with subscription deals, so be on the lookout!
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During the tournament, you're most likely going to watch a handful of games by yourself. Don't fret if your friends can't hang out, because PlayUp is a fantastic service for sports fanatics who want to stay social. This free community-based mobile app lets fans connect and comment, responding to big game moments as they occur. Once you join PlayUp, it's simple to invite friends from Facebook, Twitter, and other social networks to game-centric hangouts. While it isn't specific to NCAA Basketball, the app lets you add NCAA conferences to the app's home screen. And if you decide during a hangout that you want to meet up with your fellow fans, PlayUp comes with a Pub Locator
Team Stream (iOS, Android Free)
The Bleacher Report is a go-to website for sports addicts that features topical lists, trade scenarios, mock drafts, creative articles and slideshows from a deep bench of staff writers and sports bloggers. Their mobile app Team Stream lets you follow any NCAA team you fancy, providing Game Previews that show team leaders in points, rebounds, and assists. Even better, the visual display for comparing Season Averages between teams, game-relevant trivia based on current stats, player grades, and a Fan Satisfaction Graph. If you prefer following AP's Top 25 teams, which admittedly comes with more interesting analysis and commentary from the Bleacher Report, then you have that option. When it strictly comes to free sports-related content, the Team Stream mobile app is national champion.
Sporting News NCAA Basketball (iOS, Android Free)
If you're looking for a mobile app with 100 percent dedication to college hoops, look no further than The Zumobi Network's Sporting News NCAA Basketball. The simple yet elegant design puts scores and news at the forefront. You can access every college team's schedule, roster, news, and view tweets; from the team page you can favorite and toggle on/off news notifications. The Sporting News writing staff keeps content current during March Madness, and while this app isn't flashy, it has a handle on triple-threat position.


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Botswana: Risk Assessment
Country Risk Rating
Business Climate Rating
- Abundant natural resources (especially diamonds)
- A sustainable level of public and external debt
- Substantial currency reserves
- Political stability and level of governance, placing the country among the leading countries in Sub-Saharan Africa and in the international rankings of the business environment
- Member of SACU (Southern Africa Customs Union)
- Dependence on the diamond sector (more than 80% of exports)
- Insufficient infrastructure (production and distribution of water and electricity)
- Inequality and high unemployment
- Stagnation of poverty at a relatively high level
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Consolidation of Growth Thanks to Diamonds
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**Though I published this post over a year ago with no controversy whatsoever, in recent days I have come under attack from some bloggers who claim that the term "she-coon" is an obvious racial slur. However, this viewpoint is far from legitimate reality. First, the term "she-coon" is itself a Southern colloquialism which refers to a woman who is in charge and at times dominate. Like a mother raccoon, she is willing to attack when necessary. While this term is as common today as it was in the past, it is nonetheless, still used. You can find it used by a female journalist in this article and a male journalist here (both of which are in reference to Janet Reno). If the term was such an obvious racial slur, then neither article would have made it past the copy editor and certainly someone would have made a stink about it by now. Finally, there is the issue of who exactly Clower was speaking of when he used the term. Here is an article by Darrell Huckaby where he claims that the person in question is no other than Gloria Steinem, certainly the dominate woman in charge of the women's liberation movement. Thus, there is no sensible reason to conclude that Jerry Clower's use of this term was in any way meant to be a racist slur.**


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Our spy photographers caught yet another look at the 2015 Ford Mustang, and even though the prototype car is wearing plenty of camouflage, it gives us several clues about the future of the Mustang. Whereas the cars we saw previously were mules cobbled together on the basis of the current Mustang, this one appears to be a full prototype of the 2015 car.
The latest batch of spy photos provide even more evidence the 2015 Ford Mustang will draw styling cues from the Ford Evos concept, as well as the so-called Kinetic 2.0 design language seen on cars like the 2013 Fusion. Out front, the nose is rounded and tapers to a large grille opening, which is bookended by narrow Evos-like headlights. Earlier spy photos hinted at a more rounded front end design and an Evos-like, wide-mouth grille aperture.
Although the abundant camouflage and cladding attempts to mask the car's roofline, the shape of the window glass suggests the roof of the 2015 Ford Mustang will have a much more dramatic curve, falling sharply aft of the doors. The tail, though, still appears to be relatively flat and stubby. This particular test car may wear a trunklid spoiler and a subtle hood bulge. Close examination also reveals sporty, sculpted side skirts along the car's rockers.
Based on an earlier batch of spy photos, we expect that the 2015 Ford Mustang will feature the same 5.0-liter V-8 engine in today's GT model. The current 3.7-liter V-6 will continue as the entry powertrain. In addition, there will be a new 2.3-liter turbo-four mill that could be shared with a Ford Focus RS; it will be the only powertrain option for European Mustang exports. Moreover, the 2015 Mustang will finally ditch its live axle in favor of independent rear suspension, which should improve handling and ride comfort.
Although we expected the 2015 Ford Mustang todebut at next spring's New York auto show — the original Mustang was introduced April 17, 1964, at the New York World's Fair — one source indicates the car will instead appear at the Detroit auto show in January 2014. Production of the new model is reportedly scheduled to begin in July 2014, meaning it could be in showrooms by next fall.
To tide fans over until then, Ford has rolled out a series of small changes for the 2014 Mustang. There are new colors and aesthetic packages, but the 444-hp Boss 302 model has been discontinued. Pricing for the 2014 Ford Mustang coupe starts at $22,995 (including a $795 destination charge).
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Grapefruits For Everyone: Yankees Start Spring Campaign
It's the same story ever year when it comes to the first Spring Training game.
The Yankees play the first game in their home pinstripes, but every game after that sport their navy blue batting practice jerseys. There are critics who say, "It's Spring Training. Who cares? These games don't matter." Then there are so-called "marks" (like me) who say, "Baseball is back. It's not exactly Opening Day, but we are watching a Yankee baseball game in the winter."
There are players wearing numbers in the high 90s and contrary to regular season games, Spring Training games can end in ties. What's more, by the time the game reaches the sixth inning, there's usually no one but minor leaguers on the field.
Still, it's baseball. And a lot of people remain interested in these exhibitions.
Today the Yanks began their Spring Training journey with a 5-4 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies…or basically Ryan Howard, Cole Hamels, Raul Ibanez and a whole bunch of Phillies who will either be backups or start the 2011 regular season in the minors.
Most of the Yankee regulars played today, aside from Russell Martin–his knee is still recovering from surgery and according to Yankee skipper Joe Girardi, he might be behind the plate catching live by the end of next week.
Francisco Cervelli started at catcher today and got the Yankees on the board in the bottom of the second. After Robinson Cano reached on an error (originally ruled a base hit) Cervelli laced a double down the left field line to knot the game at one.
Mark Teixeira looked good in his first game with an RBI triple in the fifth to score Eduardo Nunez.
Minor Leaguer Jorge Vazquez had two hits, one being a bomb. Vazquez smashed a two-run home run over the batter's eye in centerfield, which gave the Yankees a 4-3 lead in the bottom of the seventh. Unfortunately their lead was short-lived.
A blooper by Dan Sardinha in the top of the eighth off Eric Wordekemper plated two runs for the Phils and gave them a 5-4 lead.
The Phillies previously scored two runs in the fifth off reliever and 2010 Minor League Pitcher of the Year, David Phelps. Pete Orr doubled to score Wilson Valdez and Orr later came to the plate on an RBI single by Ross Gload.
Jeff Larish grounded into a 6-4-3 double play which scored Ben Francisco to give the Phils a 1-0 lead in the top half of the second. Francisco tripled to reach third on a ball Nick Swisher could have played for a single.
Was it an ugly game? Yes, but most Spring Training games are. Are the Yankees looking to win? Yes and no. It's more to get a feel for the season and to prepare, and even the most jaded fan can tell they are not "loading up with big bullets and guns," so-to-speak.
Bartolo Colon got the nod to start by Girardi, who felt Colon would be ready to pitch since he played winter ball. Colon's line wasn't terrible: two innings pitched, two hits, an earned run, a walk and no strikeouts. He only tossed 36 pitches.
For Philly, Hamels made the start and his line was almost identical to Colon's: two innings pitched, one hit, an earned run, a walk, and two Ks.
The Yanks and Phillies will travel across Tampa Bay and play again at the Phillies' home base in Clearwater tomorrow afternoon.
Notes & Things to Out Look For
· The Yankees honored the late George Steinbrenner with a ceremony before their first Spring Training game today. Only fitting, considering it was their first preseason game without their boss. It was a beautiful gesture and I am sure the Steinbrenner family is appreciative of all the love the Yankees are showing their fallen boss.
· Ken Singleton of the YES Network said A.J. Burnett threw to hitters during live batting practice the other day and looked exceptional. According to Singy, Burnett's fastball was "crackling," his curveball had tilt, and his delivery "has been re-visited." It sounds as if new Pitching Coach Larry Rothschild has helped him a lot and the season hasn't even started yet. He will pitch Wednesday March 2 vs. the Houston Astros.
· It's already been established that Joba Chamberlain will be a bullpen pitcher this season. He does look heavier, but he was pretty good in relief today. Chamberlain pitched a 1-2-3 third inning with one strikeout. He topped out on the speed gun in the mid-90s.
· David Robertson pitched a scoreless fourth inning with two strikeouts, no hits, and a walk. He and Chamberlain might be battling this spring for the primary middle relief role, what with Rafael Soriano in the eighth inning role. Either way, the Yankee bullpen will shape out. I think they will be a solid corps of relievers and probably be at the top of the league.
· Top pitching prospects Dellin Betances, Andrew Brackman, and Manuel Banuelos have been nicknamed "The Killer B's." All will be starting 2011 in the minors but can make that push for the bigs. Girardi said Banuelos is "way ahead of his age" (only being 19, but will turn 20 on March 13).
· David Phelps is a 14th round draft pick out of Notre Dame and the Yankees' Pitcher of the Year for 2010. He didn't really impress me much today, giving up two earned runs on three hits. But it's only the first game. Lucky for him, he has time to impress.
· Alex Rodriguez hit a double today but didn't score. He looks good and I expect him to have a typical "A-Rod season," if you will. No need to overanalyze him.
· Andruw Jones played in pinstripes for the first time today. He drew two walks and struck out, and was also picked off at first base. He isn't as fast as he used to be, but he will definitely be a better defensive player than Marcus Thames. Jones is wearing Johnny Damon's old number, 18.
· The end of the top of the seventh inning today ended in style. Outfielder Justin Maxwell, who was acquired from the Washington Nationals in the off-season, made a sweet diving catch to end the frame. Very nice work from Maxwell; he could be a great asset to the Yanks. Or trade bait. Today I read Francisco Liriano is on the Yankees' radar.
· When I said that Jorge Vazquez's home run was a bomb, I meant it. He crushed the ball over the batter's eye in centerfield–not a cheap home run. He also had a base hit in the ninth to keep the Yankees' little rally alive, although they couldn't finish it. If that isn't making a great first impression, I don't know what is. Finally, a guy named Vazquez doing something positive for the Yankees…
· Bartolo Colon is fat. We all know.


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1972 Chevy El Camino - El Cheapo, Part 4
Paint for the Poor
You can't paint your own car. OK, maybe you can, but that puts you in one of two categories: guy with more time and skill than the rest of us or guy with a really ugly paint job. We long ago faced our ineptitude for bodywork, and most readers tell us they don't do their own skilled labor, either. Because of that, this year's paint--'n'--body blowout will show you the grunt work you can do to lower the price and improve the quality of a paint job farmed out to a local shop. It's what you asked for.
Readers also told us that when it came time to color our El Cheapo 1972 El Camino, they didn't want to see a penny--pinching hackjob. Lots of you realize that nothing makes a car cheesier than a 10--cent repaint; when buying a car, we'll take wasted original paint over a halfhearted redo every time. That's why the Elco's new clothes are way better than cheap, nicer than average, and far less costly than perfect. Our goal was to reveal the steps and the price of a paint job an average guy would give a street machine he cared about. Still, it's probably more on the credit card than you'd expect: At $5,609.28 not including our new wheels and tires, that's a big wad o' bills. But in typical Car Craft reporting, that includes all the bodywork and every little chingus from start to finish, including the materials, weatherstripping, chrome, trim, and restoration extras from Chevelle specialist Original Parts Group (OPG). It's all listed in the story, and so are the steps we took to save bucks where possible.
Step one is finding the right shop. We did that with Gonzalez Auto Body, which you've seen doing all the rust repair and bodywork on the El Camino over the past few issues. Owner Gus Gonzalez was perfect for us for several reasons. First, he has a passion for keeping older cars on the road, and Gonzalez Auto Body is one of few shops in our area willing to paint an entire car.
Importantly, Gus knew we wanted a good job that would last but that we weren't willing to pay for full--on show quality. He let us ask all kinds of questions and showed us other cars he had painted at a similar quality level. Most shops don't want to work within a budget, but Gus underpromised and overdelivered for what we paid.
We also looked to Gonzalez because it's a PPG--certified shop. Durable paint relies on quality materials from bare metal on up, and each layer of primer, filler, sealer, paint, and clearcoat needs to be compatible with the next. By using the appropriate PPG products bottom to top, we knew there wouldn't be a problem.
Finally, Gus put up with us changing our mind on the color at least four times. We were originally going to go yellow or white, which tend to hide more flaws than reds, oranges, metallics, and dark colors. Happily, the El Camino's body came out straight enough to paint Hugger Orange. It's not perfect, but it's just what we needed. See what you think.


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And he is evil incarnate.
And it is quite possible that I have killed him.
See, I was working in the barn, feeding and making some repairs to the gate and fixing up Annabelle's dog house and whatnot.
The rooster and hens were all behind me
you'd think by now I'd know better than to turn my back on him...
as I was getting ready to lift the 50lb sack of chicken feed to pour into the hopper, when alls a sudden I felt a ripping pain along my butt and backs of my legs.
Well, quick as a cat, I turned and kicked.
If your backside is getting assaulted, kick first and ask questions later, I always say. You know what I'm saying, ladies. Can I get an amen?
Well I guess I kicked pretty darn hard.
Down went Big Daddy before he knew what
Not just down, but down flopping and rolling around upside down and squawking like he was dying.
Well. Maybe he was actually dying, but my lord in heaven, I never saw such carryings on.
And I was so mad at him for mauling me that I stormed out and stomped to the house to get some more tools that I needed. But by the time I got back to the barn I started feeling bad. I mean, I guess I should have thought what I was doing before kicking like that. And then I saw him lying there, still mostly upside down and not moving.
But when I got closer, he cocked his head and fixed his evil eye on me.
Definitely not dead. And when I took a step closer, he rolled himself over and started flopping away like that chick that claims to have dystonia from a flu vaccination gone awry.
He got himself all the way across the coop to a quiet corner and just sat there looking very morose.
"You deserve it!" I shouted to him. "Attack me. Attack ME???!!! I have half a mind to kick you again."
But then a couple of the hens walked over to this semi-dead creature and started pecking at him on his bald places.
"Nooo! Get away from him! Shooo! Can't you see he's hurt? Leave the poor man alone you traitorous bi***es!"
And I ran at them to shoo them away, but Big Daddy got scared I was comin' for him, so he started trying to run away, too.
He looked so pathetic.
"You're an idiot! Can't you see I'm just trying to help you, you twisted bas***d? Oh, I wish you were DEAD!"
He came to a lopsided rest and started getting henpecked again immediately.
"Have you no MERCY?" I screamed at the hens while waving my arms like a lunatic. "Leave him be, leave him be, man down!"
I was starting to see a pattern. This would not do.
So I took Annabelle's old dog house that I had just disassembled, and placed the top portion over him to make a cozy little house.
I made a cozy little house for the damnable beast that nearly took my life!
Since it's all open in the front, I had to move it over so the opening would be up against the chicken wire wall that separates the Hen House from the Rabbit Shack. I wasn't about to pick him up. He'd eat my fingers soon as look at me. So I kind of slowly slid the dog house to where I needed it to be, with him inside it. But the melodramatic son of a b acted like he couldn't use his legs and he just kind of rolled along in the straw like a piece of flotsam.
"You don't fool me!" I screamed at him. "You'll get no pity. You brought this on yourself!" And I continued to slide the contraption along, with him flapping and rolling inside, silently pleading with me to free him from his prison. "No chance, mister."
I finally got it over to the wall, and I made sure he had good ventilation, access to food and water, comfortable bedding, and a safe place to recuperate where the hens wouldn't peck him to death. Of course, he immediately abandoned his pretense that he was nothing but a sack of bones and feathers, and he got up and started strutting around his new digs, plotting his escape, no doubt.
I need to do a Google search to see if I can get him a straight jacket and mask a la Hannibal Lechter. You know, one that's made just for roosters. Anyone know of a good source?
So although what I should have done with this demonic foul was wring his neck and put him in a soup pot, instead I made him a cozy little house.
I made him a nice little rooster rehab so he can recover and get his strength back and make another attempt at my life!
I am an enabler.
I am a rooster enabler.
And I need help.
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Don't forget, I will love you forever if you throw me a vote on Top Mommy Blogs. You know the drill by now, don't you? Just click the juggling chick and you've voted. You can vote every day till like, forever.
In case you didn't know it, I'm like the queen of blog-hoppin' lately. It's kind of like square dancing but without the dated outfits, smelly gym, and elderly caller.
Here's the schedule I keep:
Monday: Homestead Revival's Barn Hop
Tuesday: Heavenly Homemaker's Gratituesday
and Wrinkled Mommy's Tuesday Archive Link-Up
Wednesday: My Life and Kids Finding the Funny
Thursday: A Rural Journal's Rural Thursday Blog Hop
Friday: Deborah Jean's Dandelion House's Farmgirl Friday
Saturday: Camera Critter's Life With Dogs Pet Blogger Hop and Country Momma Cooks Saturday Link-Up
Since today is Friday, that means I'm linking today's post with The Chicken Chick's Clever Chicks, Deborah Jean's Dandelion House's Farmgirl Friday, but I'll also be linking this same post up with some of the hops listed above in the coming week. Come join the fun!


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At some point, we have all had the displeasure of dealing with malware, which can be a headache to remedy. Malware (short for malicious software), is designed to gain access to private PCs, acquire sensitive material (passwords, account numbers, etc.), and generally disrupt normal computer functions. It is normally installed covertly by opening suspicious email attachments, visiting dubious websites, or directly through software downloads.
Suffice it to say, the dastardly software was acquired through online-connected PCs or mobile devices before it wreaked havoc and made us insane. As scary as it may sound, malware can now be transmitted wirelessly through inaudible sound, thanks to some scientists from the Fraunhofer Institute for Communication, Information Processing and Ergonomics.
Actually, the scientists created proof-of-concept software and it isn't actually in use. The acoustical malware is capable of transmitting itself using a PC's built-in microphone and speakers, which the scientists used to send small amounts of data and passwords to other test machines at distances of about 65 feet. No Internet connection or WiFi was used to accomplish this feat and the PC's supposedly safe air gap (physically isolated from networks) security measure was successfully circumvented.
The science team states in a recently released paper that data transfer can happen at greater distances using a network mesh of signal devices to relay the malicious code. Several methods of deployment were developed to send the inaudible data (using two Lenovo T400 laptops), with one using tech that was designed to acoustically transmit data underwater. This technique uses an ACS (Adaptive Communication System) modem, which was able to transmit small (20kb) amounts of data at a distance of 64 feet.
The scientists designed their NFC (Near-Field Communications) malware delivery system using a special algorithm that is able to hop different frequencies and install small amounts of data, not only to secure air gap networks, but to wireless mesh networks, as well. The potential damage that their acoustic malware can cause is significant, so much so that hardened federal agency and military networks can no longer be considered safe against malicious attacks. However, the scientists have divulged several counter measures that can be put into place to nullify acoustical intrusions, with one being simply to shut off the PCs audio input/output devices. Another method is to install audio filters that are capable of blocking certain high frequency ranges that are used to transmit covert data.
Should we worry about our systems becoming hacked and key-logged in the near future? Yes and no, as only 20kb of data can currently be transmitted or received at only at short distances, making it wholly inefficient in infecting long-range systems (100 ft to 200 ft). On the other hand, the proof-of-concept is there and if it hasn't been field tested yet, you can bet on it being done very soon and you can bet on hackers gaining access to the algorithm.
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Who We Are and What We Do
The Pacific Fishery Management Council is one of eight regional fishery management councils established by the Magnuson Fishery Conservation and Management Act of 1976.
With jurisdiction over the 317,690 square mile exclusive economic zone off Washington, Oregon and California, the Council manages fisheries for about 119 species of salmon, groundfish, coastal pelagic species (sardines, anchovies, and mackerel), and highly migratory species (tunas, sharks, and swordfish). The Council is also active in international fishery management organizations that manage fish stocks that migrate through the Council's area of jurisdiction, including the International Pacific Halibut Commission (for Pacific halibut), the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (for albacore tuna and other highly migratory species), and the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission (for yellowfin tuna and other high migratory species).
The Council process is a bottom-up process, emphasizing public participation and involvement in fisheries management. Public input is encouraged and appreciated. Management measures developed by the Council are recommended to the Secretary of Commerce through the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS). Management measures are implemented by NMFS West Coast Regional offices and enforced by the NOAA Office of Law Enforcement, the 11th and 13th Coast Guard Districts, and local enforcement agencies.
The Pacific Fishery Management Council is made up of 14 voting representatives from Oregon, Washington, California, and Idaho; many advisory bodies; and 16 staff members located in Portland, Oregon. Some Council members represent state or tribal fish and wildlife agencies, and some are private citizens who are knowledgeable about recreational or commercial fishing or marine conservation. Apart from state and tribal representatives, Council members are chosen by the governors of the four states within the Council region, in conjunction with the Secretary of Commerce.


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Chair of the Natural Sciences Department
Dr. Sherry Story holds a B.S. in chemistry from Fort Valley State University and an M.S. and a Ph.D. in biochemistry & molecular biology from the University of Georgia. Her dissertation was titled Biochemical and kinetic characterization of metallopeptidases from the hyperthermophilic archaeon Pyrococcus furiosus. Her research has led to publications in Journal of Bacteriology and Nucleosides, Nucleotides and Nucleic Acids. Dr. Story is also a professional photographer.
To view a short video of Dr. Story's testimony of healing from abuse as a child, click here.


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ZNICK needed a new logo design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 121 designs submitted by 33 freelance designers.
I am seeking a clean, memorable logo for use on websites and business cards. It should enforce that our info-products and ideas teach you how to "do" whatever it is the product addresses. (buy a house, market your website, etc)
Ideatrak (can change upper and lower case individual letters)
Get on Trak (not needed in the logo)
Desired Color Scheme:
Prefer colors easily reproduced/copied. I have no specific choice at this time.
Desired Style:
Can be classy or even cartoonish. Please be creative.
Accepted File Formats:
Standard Web Formats (.jpg, .gif or .png); Vector Formats (.eps, .pdf or .ai)
I am seeking a logo for use on websites, business cards, and possibly a newsletter. I have some ideas, but am relatively flexible. If I knew exactly what I wanted I would have done it already myself, hehe.
This is a new company, so I am open to all ideas.
The name of the company is Ideatrak LLC. The logo can have "LLC" included, but it is definitely NOT required. I wouldn't mind it to be able to be used with and/or without "LLC" eventually.
I would be open to "classy" as well as "cartoonish" or anything in between. I can go in almost any direction, and would like to see a few different concepts.
I would like to see a logo idea with a Light Bulb included to signify an "idea", (a smile on it and/or it giving a "thumbs up" may be interesting) . This is NOT required though. You guys are much more creative than I am, so don't feel it's a requirement... it's just something I thought of, so please don't just give me 20 of those to pick from.
I prefer the design be not too intricate, so if shrunk it can still be clearly seen.
I may add a slogan/tagline at a later date including "Get on Trak", or something similar, so something depicting tracks or "direction" may work. Right now, I don't feel the tagline needs to be a part of the logo itself, although I'm flexible.
I am open to color suggestions, but would like it to work in black and white as well. I may ask to see the design in a different color scheme as part of my feedback.
I feel more of a horizontal look will work better than vertical or square, although it does not have to be a straight-line logo whatsoever.
I will definitely give feedback... also, PLEASE ask questions here or by e-mail if it will help you be more creative.
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Jose Fernandez, the ace right-hander for the Miami Marlins who escaped Cuba to become one of baseball's brightest stars, was killed in a boating accident early Sunday morning. Fernandez was 24.
Authorities said Fernandez was one of three people killed in a boat crash off Miami Beach.
Officer Lorenzo Veloz with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said that a Coast Guard patrol boat spotted an overturned boat at 3:30 a.m. on a jetty near Government Cut. Authorities say they don't know the time of the accident.
FWC officials responded to the scene and divers found three bodies — two under the 32-foot Sea-Vee and one on the jetty.
All three victims were pronounced dead at the scene, Veloz said at a Sunday morning new conference. The two other victims were identified as 25-year-old Eduardo Rivero and 27-year-old Emilio Jesus Macias.
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"This was a great loss," Veloz said. "A tragic loss for fans, the Marlins, the City of Miami, the state of Florida, baseball, and for anyone who met Jose."
According to Veloz, speed appeared to be a factor in the crash, noting the "severity of the impact on the jetty and the debris around the scene."
"It does appear to be that they were coming at full speed when they encountered the jetty, and the accident happened," Veloz said.
The capsized boat sustained extensive damage. Officials said the vessel has been towed from the accident scene and is being stored in a secure FWC evidence facility. Investigators will perform a thorough and complete examination of the boat.
Officials also said Fernandez and the two other victims were not wearing life vests at the time of the crash. The registered owner of the boat is Jose Fernandez, officials said Monday. "We have stopped that boat before over safety concerns with other Marlins players on board," he added.
Veloz said there was no immediate indication that alcohol or drugs were a cause in the crash.
In the statement, the Marlins say they are "devastated by the tragic loss of José Fernández. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this very difficult time."
Because the boat was on a jetty, the Coast Guard notified Miami-Dade police, which turned the investigation over to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
"We are stunned and devastated," Major League Baseball said in a statement.
We are stunned and devastated by the tragic news that Jose Fernandez, 24, has died in a boating accident. https://t.co/QIBcnIYJ1i pic.twitter.com/SDZoL6NMEb — MLB (@MLB) September 25, 2016
City of Miami Fire-Rescue workers were seen carrying bodies, draped and on stretchers, at the Coast Guard station after sunrise Sunday.
Fernandez was a two-time All-Star who went 38-17 in his four seasons with the Marlins, winning the NL's Rookie of the Year award in 2013. The native of Santa Clara, Cuba became a U.S. citizen last year and was enormously popular in Miami.
He tried to defect from Cuba at least three times — landing in jail after one of those unsuccessful tries — before eventually getting to the U.S. and going to high school in Tampa, Florida. The Marlins drafted him in 2011 and Fernandez was in the majors two years later. [[247269581, C]]
The Marlins' game Sunday at home against the Atlanta Braves was canceled.
Video boards at Marlins Park on Sunday morning showed a large "16" — Fernandez's uniform number — over his name. The number was also painted on the mound, and flowers rested on the rubber. A few dozen fans milled about in the ballpark plaza, some wearing Fernandez jerseys.
Fernandez posted a photo of his girlfriend sporting a "baby bump" on his Instagram page last week, announcing that the couple was expecting its first child.
"I'm so glad you came into my life," Fernandez wrote in that post. "I'm ready for where this journey is gonna take us together."
"I'm still in shock," former Marlins player Gaby Sanchez said on Twitter. "The world has lost a remarkable person. You will be missed and my heart goes out to the Fernandez family."
I'm still in shock. The world has lost a remarkable person. You will be missed and my heart goes out to the Fernandez family. #RIPjose — Gaby Sanchez (@GabySanchez15) September 25, 2016


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Wild In Familiar Spot
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Trailing by two games in this Western Conference semifinal against the Chicago Blackhawks, the Minnesota Wild were in same position just two weeks ago.
They lost the first two games at Colorado before rebounding at home to tie that series against the Avalanche and eventually win that round in seven games.
Over that two-week span, though, the Blackhawks are unbeaten. The Wild have not controlled the pace or generated chances to score like they did in those first two games at Colorado. They were outscored 9-3 by Chicago.
This is a stronger Wild team than the one that lost in the first round to the Blackhawks last year in five games. But they've yet to prove they can compete with the defending Stanley Cup champions in the postseason.
Tonight's game starts at 8 o'clock.


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Smutty Social Media, Thursday July 23, 2015
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We are in the Golden Age (or week?) of Twitter feuds. Now Ed Sheeran is apologizing for sticking up for Taylor. First he claimed "context" and then took a page from Taylor and said, "I missed the point." Is "missing the point" the new "I'm sorry if you were offended"? @lonievora Full Story
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It seems like all the famous people decided to go on vacation this week – here's Brit in Hawaii with one of her sons (I can't tell them apart). Did you see her PEOPLE Magazine cover? I really like Charlie for her. AL-O-HA! 🌴 Full Story
INTERVIEW: The Models
I grew up in the 80s. It was the era of the Supermodel. The REAL Supermodel. Heidi Klum is NOT a Real Supermodel, sorry. Back then, every issue of VOGUE and ELLE was a proper event. Back then, it wasn't Victoria's Secret, it was runway. It was Linda and Christy and Naomi and Cindy and Stephanie and Karen and Tatiana and Helena and Claudia and Gianni Versace had them all on ONE RUNWAY. Full Story
Linda is single
How did I miss these pictures of Linda Evangelista at the CFDA Awards the other night? Because I'm a stupid c-nt, that's why. For making Linda wait a day. I'm sorry. She is still my everything, even though that dress is all kinds of knock-off. Page Six Full Story
MET Game Of Thrones: Linda Evangelista
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Another example of what Duana called Game Of Thrones as punk at the MET Gala. It's less punk than it is medieval bride, and perhaps what Cersei Lannister will wear when she marries Loras Tyrell, if that wedding ever happens, and maybe it's a Canadian thing but it's always a good day when Linda Evangelista shows up somewhere. Full Story
Linda gets her money?
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Linda Evangelista has reached a settlement with her baby father Francois Henri-Pinault which apparently came as a surprise to the media waiting outside the courthouse today. Right now, as it just happened an hour ago, the terms of the deal have not been disclosed but...Linda was supposed to testify today. Full Story
Model Mom and her cash money
Click here for a refresher on Linda Evangelista vs Salma Hayek's baby father. Evangelista and Francois Henri-Pinault are in court today in New York throwing down over how much cash money he owes their son Augustin. Pinault is apparently testifying today re: his finances and his lifestyle. Full Story
Greedy...or equal?
This Linda Evangelista child support situation is amazing. Quick background: Linda Evangelista has a 4 year old son called Augustin. The father is Salma Hayek's billionaire husband Francois-Henri Pinault. Augustin was born juuuust before Salma's daughter Valentina. Valentina however is set for life. Full Story
Salma's husband kinda like Prince Albert?
It's been rumoured for a long time – that Francois Henri Pinault, Salma Hayek's husband, and super rich CEO of PPR which owns major labels like Gucci, McQueen, McCartney, Balenciaga, and more, is also the father of Linda Evangelista's 4 year old son Augustin. This was confirmed by Page Six Full Story
Missing the Supermodel
The Movie Star is dying. Good Taste is dying. The Supermodel died a long time ago? Back in the day, we worshipped models. Victoria Beckham's imminent triumph on the cover of Vogue is making me nostalgic for days past when it wasn't Jennifer Aniston's face on fashion magazines but the real stars of the runway. Full Story
So that explains it
In yesterday's revealing post about Salma Hayek, she was spotted with her baby daddy Francois Henri Pinault but didn't look like she wanted to be seen with him. Full Story


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Quantity Surveyor - Oxford
I am working on behalf of a well-established award winning main contractor who is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to work in Oxford/Bicester.
The company is a tier one contractor and has a strong reputation as a great employer. They have a full order book of work, covering a range of sectors including; education, healthcare, leisure, retail and commercial up to £200 million in value.
They are the market leader in the UK in the private and public sector and develop complex and challenging buildings across the country.
This client is currently one of the most successful in the UK and it is an exceptionally great opportunity to join the business
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We P r e s e n t . . . OUR NEW ASSOCIATES Atlanta — Jerome Shure recently joined the Atlanta Office staff. He is a graduate of Emory University. Boston — We are pleased to welcome four new additions to our audit staff: Scott Gerrish, who received his A.B. degree from Dartmouth College and his master's degree from The Amos Tuck School of Business Administration, Dartmouth College; Thomas C. Sturte-vant, who graduated from Harvard Business School with an M.B.A. degree and from Boston University with a B.S. degree in business administration; Donald F. Hines and Frank Fiorentino, both graduates of Boston College where both received B.S. degrees in business administration. Chicago — Chicago Office has added eight new members to the audit staff. David Feltz of Indiana University served an internship with us last winter. Norbert Florek, from Loyola University, also interned in the Chicago Office this past busy season. Raymond Hafa-terpe is a DePaul University graduate, while Michael Henn comes from the University of Notre Dame. Marjorie June is an M.B.A. graduate of Indiana University and previously received a B.S. degree from Ohio's Miami University. Peter Nustad comes from Rice University and Richard Stephan from Quincy College. Stephen J. Vasek is a graduate of Northwestern University. There has been one addition to the office staff, Mary Igoe, who—although she has a degree in accounting from Illinois Institute of Technology—presently prefers to pursue her career in the secretarial field. Cleveland — Additions to the Cleveland audit staff are Robert G. Eschliman from Kent State University, William Hartstein from Ohio State University and Philip L. Mellon from Miami University. Dallas — Paul Sherard joined the Dallas staff on June 16. Mr. Sherard is a graduate of Central Missouri State College of Warrensburg, Missouri where he was. president of the Accounting Club. 46 THE QUARTERLY


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When you do a career 180 and begin to spend your work week reviewing airguns, there's a certain phenomena and awareness that quickly turns to clarity… when seeking the one, you've got to try all brands and offshoots of a manufacturer's pellet and you've got to cull with 10 shot groups. Yesterday for example, I spent the day getting familiar with the new Benjamin Maximus Euro, the 12fpe variant that our brethren in the U.K. have access to (and us as well). As always before shooting video, I'll spend 2-3 days familiarizing myself with the gun's tendencies & preferences in order to streamline my time come video day. What did I learn this week? … the branding phenomena is reality and my above discovery is true.
These are 5 shot groups at 25 yards experimenting with 6 different brands of pellet. I came away from the session thinking the Maximus Euro was a shooter across 4 of the 6 pellet types and in my mind, I'm starting down the path of, "This rifle isn't pellet fussy at all… but I need to run some more brands through it to confirm."
But is it?…
I spat all of the above through the Euro and confirmed that I could scratch them off the list. 1-2" groups at 25 certainly wouldn't work for YouTube land… I'd be leaving this rifle's reputation permanently scared and forever lost in the airgun graveyard. Having used up the day working through several rounds of culling and cleaning, I finally came away with 9, most of which I felt shot well enough to be consistently dangerous.
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Now if you take a moment and study the above, you're probably feeling fairly confident in a few of these groups, right? Don't feel bad if you do, I did… that was until this morning when I funneled the assortment one final time and discovered the below takeaways:
Lesson 1: This rifle (and maybe yours) can keep to dime-sized groups 5 maybe 6 times across a good variety of pellets, but when you change the rules of the game, the picture begins to tell a different story. If you truly want to know what pellets your gun will be most consistent with, begin experimenting repeatedly with 10 shot groups and with lots of barrel cleaning in between batches. It's clear to me now that Maximus Euro .177 is a dagger with the 8.4 gr Air Arms Diabolo Fields… 9/10 landed within .35" of one another. It also performed pretty well with the Diana Magnum and JSB 10.34… all three of which will accompany me on video day tomorrow.
This brings me to lesson 2: Have a another look at the above. The 8.4 gr Diana Exact is supposedly the same pellet as the 8.4 gr Air Arms Diabolo Field. JSB manufactures both and the forums will tell you they're the same thing just re-branded… but I beg to differ. To me, it's clear that this rifle performs better with one than the other. If that's not enough to convince ya, have a look at the Diana Magnum and H&N Baracuda. This is the same scenario… H&N manufactures both brands and to the eye, they look the same… however, they clearly don't perform the same out of this rifle. In yours, the reverse may be true.
What this means to us airheads is that before you give up on your rifle and call it a lemon, try all the brands and offshoots of a pellet manufacturer. JSB and H&N make most of them, and while seemingly disguised as the same thing, they are not. You've got to try them all. Then, once you think you've got things narrowed down, make your final decisions with 10 shot groups.
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Election 2014: Support swelling for Truckee's Measure R
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TRUCKEE, Calif. — Several local individuals, businesses and organizations have come out in support of a Truckee trails sales tax measure that's up for election next month.
One group is the Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce, which recently polled members on Measure R, with 56 of 64 respondents in favor (87.5 percent) and 8 opposed.
"Measure R creates an expanded network of trails in Truckee, providing our residents and visitors with access to the open space that makes our town such a special place to live, visit and do business," Christy Curtis, board chair of the Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce, said in a statement.
On the Nevada County Elections Office's website, an argument for Measure R is posted and signed by town of Truckee Mayor Patrick Flora; Truckee's first mayor Kathleen Eagan; and Paco Lindsay, owner of Paco's Truckee Bike & Ski and a director with the Truckee Trails Foundation; among others.
According to the county, written agreements for or against measures submitted to voters had to be filed with the Nevada County clerk by March 14. Nothing against Measure R was submitted by that deadline, said Sandra Sjoberg, assistant clerk-recorder for the county.
The grassroots group Committee for Trails (Yes on R) — of which Lindsay is chair — has been promoting Measure R the past several weeks; the group's election signs have been placed throughout town.
The group's website as of midday Thursday listed more than 100 residents who have endorsed the trails tax.
Further, 21 agencies or organizations — including Truckee Town Council, Contractors Association of Truckee Tahoe, Glenshire-Devonshire Residents Association, Truckee Donner Recreation & Park District and Tahoe Sierra Board of Realtors — were listed as being in favor, along with nearly 60 local businesses.
As of Wednesday, the county's elections office has received a Fair Political Practices Commission filing from the committee disclosing a $10,000 contribution from the Truckee Trails Foundation, Sjoberg said.
Of 564 registered Truckee voters surveyed last fall, 67 percent said they would vote in favor of a sales tax measure, while 29 percent were against and 4 percent were undecided.
Concerns included taxes already being too high, the town should seek other funding sources to improve trails and a perception Truckee has enough trails.
Currently, the town has a sales tax of 8.125 percent, which is higher than Nevada County (7.625 percent) and Placer County (7.5 percent), and lower than the state average (8.38 percent).
If Measure R — a proposed quarter-cent, 10-year sales tax increase to fund construction and maintenance of separate paved and earthen trails in Truckee — is approved in the June 3 primary election, Truckee's sales tax would grow to 8.375 percent.
Sales-taxable items in California include furniture, giftware, toys, antiques, clothing and some labor services, among others. Excluded items are many groceries, prescription medicine and certain medical devices, and items paid for with food stamps.
It's estimated the measure would generate $10 million, all of which would stay in Truckee with independent oversight. The town estimates $8 million would go toward trail construction — including completion of the Truckee River Legacy Trail — and the remainder to maintenance.
To pass, it requires two-thirds majority in the election. Election polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on June 3.


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2012 Outdoor: Won the shot put competition for the third consecutive year at the conference championship meet with a career-best toss of 14.81m (48'7.25), the second-longest distance in school history... Also won a silver medal in the discus with a personal-best throw of 41.86m (137'4.0")... Placed tenth in the hammer throw competition with a toss of 42.00m (137'9.0")... Finished 29th in the shot put at the NCAA East Preliminaries... Named to the America East Honor Roll.
2011-12 Indoor: Swept the throwing events at the America East Indoor Championships... Won the shot put at the conference championships for the third straight year... Recorded the conference's longest toss in the event, 14.98m (49'1.75"), while claiming top honors at the Lafayette/Rider Winter Games... Won the weight throw competition with a career-best throw of 16.83m (55'2.75")... The distance was the longest in the donference during the season and ranks second all-time at UMBC.
2011 Outdoor: America East shot put champion... Earned a silver medal in the discus throw, 41.63m (136'7"), at the America East Outdoor Track and Field Championships... Recorded new personal-best performances in the hammer throw, 41.03m (134'7"), and the javelin, 24.74m (81'2").
2010-11 Indoor: America East shot put champion... Earned silver at the conference meet in the weight throw... Finished seventh in the shot put at the Penn State Invitational with personal-best distance of 14.45m (47'5.00")… Earned a first overall finish in the weight throw with a distance of 16.50m (54'1") at the Bison Opener.
2009-10 Indoor: Won gold in the shot put (13.75m) and bronze in the weight throw (15.14m) at the America East Championships… Placed sixth in the shot put with a throw of 14.01m (45'11.75") at the ECAC Championships… Set a UMBC season-best mark in the shot put of 14.08m (46'2.50") at the New York Armory… Won the shot put at the Rider/Lafayette Winter Games… Named team's Most Valuable Athlete at UMBC's varsity awards ceremony in May.
Background: Was Maryland 3A State Champion in
the shot put in 2008 and 2009… Won 3A State crown in the
discus in 2008… Won 3A Regional champion in the shot put and
discus in 2009… Was named Harford County Athlete of the Year
in 2008… Was named to the All-Metropolitan team in
2008… Was named Thirrd Team All-State in 2008 and
2009… Was named to Harford County All-County Team
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Another Maddon-inspired Idea Grows Roots in the MLB
They say imitation is the best form of flattery. If that is true, Tampa Bay Rays Manager Joe Maddon is one proud skipper. Ironically, the latest person to get on board with a Maddon idea has not only a Tampa Bay Rays tie when he was our Bullpen Coach back in 2001. going further into the ironic pot is the fact this person was also a former Los Angeles (of Anaheim) Angels Manager who Maddon replaced as skipper after his resignation 29 games into the 1999 season.
By now you might have guessed that current New York Mets skipper Terry Collins is the latest to follow a Maddon trend and institute it into his team's rituals. We all know the rest of the Major League baseball world loves how Maddon reaches back into the past the pulls out past nuggets of baseball gold and wipes off their coating of dust and makes them shine brilliantly like the infield shift, the use of the 5-man infield, and walking in a run with the bases loaded to avoid a Grand Slam (Hamilton). All amazing blast from the past innovative ideas plucked by Maddon back into the 21st Century.
But Collins has taken one of Maddon most brilliant moves and inserted it into his own Mets routine recently of doing the themed road trips. Recently as they embarked for their road trip the Mets skipper decided since so many NHL teams in his region were fighting for the Stanley Cup, why not have a NHL-themed road trip. It hearkens me back to a past Rays road trip where the squad popped on either Chicago Blackhawks specially made unis, or got to flash their own favorites for the rest of their team to enjoy or tease them about.
Collins must have decided to take on this great idea after seeing the bonds and commitment the Rays teams have taken in not only deciding their wardrobe, but committing to themselves and their teammates as they grew closer and more focused with the themed road trip having a distinct cause and effect to the team's chemistry and character becoming more solid and united.
If there was anything Maddon brought out of mothballs or introduced during his tenure, this road trip themed idea might just be league-wide before you can say "amalgamated". And that's a great thing since every teams needs something to take a bit of the focal point of a road trip and the perils that await them. I do not know seriously why all 30 MLB teams do not impose some sort of road trip ritual or theme as they head out on their excursions away from home. It seems to be a great bonding element for the team, plus the players seem to have fun trying to one-up their teammates or make a certain fashion statement. This is definitely one Maddon-ism I hope every team adapts ASAP.


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"Although it has been a long time coming, the final product should surely be worth the weight as B.o.B., also known as Bobby Ray, has finally received the released date for The Adventures of Bobby Ray, his debut album. Scheduled to hit the masses on May 25 with the first single, "Nothin On You" featuring singer Bruno Mars dropped back at the end of November."
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Actress Eva Longoria has thanked the media for her new relationship with Ernesto Arguello, revealing rumors of a romance between the pair prompted them to start dating.
In April, the "Desperate Housewives" star was linked to entrepreneur Arguello after they reportedly grew close during his stint on "Ready For Love," the doomed reality TV show she produced.
Longoria was quick to shut down the speculation, taking to her Twitter to write, "Sorry ernestoarguello is NOT dating me, but u can see who he is dating on ReadyForLove…"
But in an ironic twist, the rumors actually pushed the duo together, and the brunette beauty has confirmed they are now an item.
She tells People, "I think that's why our relationship is so special – we truly started as friends. I guess we have the press to thank for pushing us to see something we didn't see!"
Things are going so well between the couple, Arguello recently jetted the star off to Nicaragua to introduce her to his family. The couple also reportedly stopped by a school he built in his native Honduras, and Arguello appears to be delighted the news of his celebrity romance is now public.
After Longoria tweeted, "Happy to share NOW that it's true! Couldn't be happier…" on Thursday, he wrote, "Me too baby, I LOVE YOU."
The news comes a week after Longoria's ex-husband, basketball star Parker, announced he was engaged to marry girlfriend Axelle Francine.


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Convicted Fort Hood gunman Maj. Nidal Hasan was sentenced to death by lethal injection in an unanimous decision of 13 jurors at the Texas Army base on Wednesday afternoon.
The jury also stripped Hasan of his pay and dismissed him from the service. As NBC 5 DFW Investigates first reported, since his 2009 arrest, Hasan has received $300,000 in pay. According to Fort Hood officials, any forfeiture of pay and allowances included in a sentence of a court-martial does not take effect until 14 days after the sentence is adjudged.
Deliberation began about 11 a.m. after Hasan declined to make any closing statement in the sentencing phase of his trial. The jury returned at about 2 p.m. and sentenced him to death.
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Hasan had no visible reaction when the sentence was read.
The same jury convicted Hasan last Friday on 13 counts of premeditated murder and 32 counts of attempted premeditated murder for the 2009 mass shooting.
Hasan will now be flown on the first available flight to the maximum security U.S. military prison at Fort Leavenworth, Kan., where he will be placed on death row while awaiting lengthy, automatic appeals.
Legal experts said appeals will likely last for years, delaying Hasan's execution by lethal injection.
Before Hasan's turn came to speak Wednesday morning, prosecutor Col. Mike Mulligan spent around 45 minutes recalling for the jury the testimony of victim's families and other evidence of the crime presented during the prior 16 days of trial.
"We ask you now, with your sentence, to make him accountable," Mulligan said. "Today will be his day of reckoning."
Anticipating what Hasan could say in a closing statement, Mulligan refuted what Hasan has said before in documents released to the media about religious motives for the crime.
"He is not giving his life. We are taking his life. It is not his gift to God. It is his death," Mulligan said.
Hasan mentioned religious motives in a brief opening statement at the beginning of the trial.
He told an Army sanity review board in 2010 that he would be a "martyr" if he is executed for the crime which he considered part of a holy war to stop soldiers from fighting in Afghanistan.
"He will not now and he never will be a martyr. He is a criminal. He is a cold-blooded murder," Mulligan said.
Representing himself in the trial, Hasan rarely raised any objections and presented no defense evidence.
The judge repeatedly asked if he wanted to have lawyers but he declined.
Stand-by attorneys again Tuesday attempted to intercede on Hasan's behalf but the judge told them Hasan is the "captain of his own ship."
The stand-by lawyers have said before they believe Hasan is helping prosecutors win the death sentence they are seeking.
Hasan was forbidden from pleading guilty in the death penalty case under military law.
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A wide variety of computers and other technology are available for library users in our new Business & Technology Center and in the Youth Services department, both located on the first floor of the newly renovated Barrington Area Library.
Free wireless Internet service (Wi-Fi) is available throughout the library.
Desktop Internet computers are available for one hour time slots. You can find Internet workstations on the first floor in the new Business & Technology Center. Learn about computing options in the Youth Services department.
The library also offers 15 minute Internet Express stations, so you can send a quick email or check a Web site without signing up for a computer.
Laptop computers with wi-fi capabilities are available for use by Barrington Area Library cardholders and reciprocal borrowers within the library. Borrow a laptop from the service desk in the Business & Technology Center.
Laptops may be checked out for three hours with 1 renewal. A $2.00/hour extended use charge, divisible by the quarter hour, applies to usage over the check-out time. Time will be automatically determined by the library's online circulation system.
The patron will be charged the replacement cost of any missing or damaged parts. The replacement cost of the item will be charged if it is not returned by closing time on the date borrowed, if it is lost, or if it is damaged beyond repair.
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Scanning/Printing services: Our Scan Stations use touchscreen technology for super-fast, super-simple scanning to PDF, Word, HTML or PDF formats, with options to save, email, or print. You'll find Scan Stations in the Business & Technology Center and in Youth Services, both located on the first floor. Did you know: many companies/organizations that request a fax will also accept scanned documents via email.
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