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The SOL Origin gives you the tools you need to survive the unexpected. Think of this kit as the ultimate cross breed of the traditional ten essentials and a survival kit, all wrapped up in one lightweight, easy to carry, indestructible package. Weighs 6.25 ounces.
Size: 3.875" x 2.75" x 1.50"
The heart of the Origin is its ABS-plastic waterproof case, which contains an assortment of key survival tools, including TinderQuik firestarting tinder, 150lb-test braided nylon cord, mil-spec stainless steel wire, and an emergency sewing and fishing kit. And, for those unfamiliar with wilderness survival, backcountry expert Buck Tiltons survival instructions contain over 60 survival techniques and strategies.
However, the body of the case is really what sets the Origin apart. Integrated into the lid is a flip-up Rescue Flash signal mirror with retro-reflective aiming aid. Flip the case over, and find the one-hand-operable Fire Lite firestarter, as well as a removable liquid-damped compass. Finally, secured in a button-release slot is a fully-functional folding blade knife, with a 100 decibel rescue whistle and ultra-bright LED light integrated into the knife handle. The AUS-8 drop-point blade has been designed for the precision cutting you need during survival emergencies, and it excels at slicing, whittling, and any task where blade control is essential.
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Grey Birdseye / Karelian Birch
Style: Slim Earrings
Species: Grey Birdseye / Karelian Birch
Findings/Ear Wire: Sterling Silver S-Wire & Clasp
Weight: > 1g
Dimensions: 0.40 inch width x 1.325 inch length
The final product is designed to appear simply elegant yet the complexity and benefits of the techniques I apply are great. A lightweight comfort showcasing transition from complimentary species with the grace of added dimension in its curvature creates refined detail. Surface grain is maintained as well to highlight the natural value of each species intricacies and reflect the precise beauty of Mother Nature.
The value of products I make with my own hands reflects more than just the price associated with them. There is real effort to aspire for greater meaning, purpose, and identity within a world that often overlooks good intent. An American made environmentally friendly product that provides a means of support for my family and a way of life that gives me pride in who I am.
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Our Artscape Decor Green Discs Pool Table cloth can be supplied either as cloth only, or we can fit it to a new table, or we can fit it to your existing table.
We carry the most comprehensive range of pool and snooker table cloths in the country. Whether you are looking for an eyecatching new cloth for your existing table, or you would like something special to be supplied ready fitted on a new table, we can sort everything out for you with the minimum of fuss and zero stress.
Decor Pool Table Cloth - by Artscape:
ArtScape™ by Strachan is high definition, digital imaging onto premium grade, spill protected pool table cloths. Using our expertise and leading edge technologies we print unique, photo realistic designs coordinated across the bed and cushion rails. ArtScape pool cloths can increase table revenue by up to 40% when used in commercial environments. We can offer the complete solution; each is made to measure, individually packaged and can be fitted yourself, although we recommend professional fitting. Our designs do not affect cloth performance or play characteristics and maintain cloth appearance for longer by minimising the effects of wear.
The use of logo and speciality pool table cloths has become hugely popular for the domestic market over recent years. Customers who want their table to stand out from the crowd and give their games room an authentic look are now spoilt for choice with a huge range of digitally printed pool table cloths now available.
Unlike other methods of printing onto pool cloths, ArtScape pool cloths are vibrant images that do not deteriorate over time and will not affect the playing characteristics of the cloth. Our high quality printed images can be as vivid, bright and colourful as you like, and with high definition that lasts the life of the cloth. Using a special blend of wools and our innovative manufacturing process, we are able to accurately match your colour requirements.
All our Artscape cloths are treated with SpillGuard. This is a liquid resistant treatment that shrugs off any spilled drinks, alcoholic or not, to maintain a perfect playing surface, no matter how clumsy the players are! With SpillGuard, the surface of the cloth is treated with a special coating that protects every fibre, so the cloth won't swell, smell or stain.
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ArtScape™ Decor range is available on cloth made for both American and English pool. All the fabrics are manufactured to the highest quality and durability. ArtScape have over 100 years experience in the manufacture of pool and snooker cloths. The printed cloth is processed through ArtScape's finishing technology to achieve the perfect playing surface whether this is a fine worsted or a fine napped finish.
ArtScape American Pool - Worsted Cloth
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Cloth Only:
We can supply an ArtScape Decor cloth as "Cloth Only" in a set comprising of cloth for the cushions and bed. You would then need to arrange fitting locally or do the job yourself. We do not recommend fitting a pool or snooker cloth yourself, unless you have the necessary skills and experience.
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We can fit any ArtScape Decor cloth to your new pool table. The price for this differs depending on which table you are choosing, so please give our expert sales team a call on 0800 622 6464 with your requirements and we will provide you with a price.
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We can fit any ArtScape cloth to most existing tables. Please give our expert team a call on 0800 622 6464 to discuss your requirements. We will need to know what make and model of table you have, and also what size. Some tables require more cloth to be used due to the way it is fitted, if this is the case we will provide you with a quote for your table specifically. If you order this through the website we will call you to check this. Please note there may be additional charges depending upon the type of table you have. We can fit to both English and American tables - please ensure you select the right type of table when completing your order.
Our price includes travel to most locations within mainland UK. However for locations further north than Glasgow or in Cornwall there may be an additional charge depending upon your exact location. Please call our friendly customer service team on 0800 622 6464 for a quote.
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Jack Daniel's Pool Table Cloth:
Home Leisure Direct are proud to be the sole licensee for Jack Daniel's branded games room products for the UK and Europe.
We have worked closely with Jack Daniel's to design a range of official mechandise which is true to the traditions of this iconic brand.
We are able to fit your table with Jack Daniel's Pool Table cloth. The cloths are of the highest quality, and are manufactured by Hainsworth. We can provide your Jack Daniel's cloth in either:
Please visit our Jack Daniel's Department for our range of Jack Daniel's games room products - including pool tables, football tables, pool table cloths, and pool accessories.
Football Club Logo Cloth (at extra charge):
We have license agreements with many of the top Premier League Football Clubs to be able to print their badges on a range of pool table cloths. Either click on the club badge below, or give us a call to discuss your requirements on 0800 622 6464.
Bespoke Logo Cloth (at extra charge):
We can also provide custom cloths to your own design, or for corporate sponsorship. Each cloth is individually designed to your logo and your requirements.
We can take your company logo, produce a design to your specification, arrange printing, fitting, then delivery and installation. See an example below for a design we produced for an exclusive chalet development in Switzerland, the results were stunning and the client was delighted.
Many companies are now providing break-out areas for their team to relax and enjoy some time together. A logo cloth is a great addition to the table, re-inforcing the companies brand and gaining staff loyalty. Here are a couple of examples of work we have done:
We provide mock-ups of the designs at no cost and without obligation - as soon as you see what we can produce we know you'll want to buy one! We will provide two options for you to choose from, but you can keep coming back with amendments until we have got it just right.
Each mock-up also has a detail shot so you can see what the cloth will look like close up. We find that adding a texture to the finish makes the cloth look more exclusive, and really helps the logo or design standout.
Your Own Design or Photo:
We can also take an image or design you have done yourself and creat a stunning pool cloth for your table.
Below you can see a couple of examples of this. Firstly, where a customer has created their own stunning image, entitled "Earth and Wind":
The second image is of a customer's beloved Harley Davidson. His wife secretly took the photo and emailed it to us. We then cut the bike away from the background and used a textured background to ensure the bike stood out. We provided two colour options to choose from, which you can see below. Needless to say he was blown away by his new pool table on his birthday!
Please call a member of our knowledgeable team on 0800 622 6464 to discuss your requirements, and we will provide you with a quote.
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Pay on Finance for interest-bearing credit products is available over 12, 24, 36 or 48 months, subject to status. From time to time, we may offer an interest-free credit product over 6, 10, 12 or 18 month terms, at our discretion. To be eligible to apply for finance, you must be 18 or older, in regular employment and have been a UK resident for more than 3 years. Other conditions may apply and we cannot guarantee that your application will be accepted. We reserve the right to withdraw finance on certain products at any time. Pay on Finance is provided through our external partner, V12. If your application is successful you'll enter into a credit agreement with Secure Trust Bank Plc; V12's parent company.
Should you cancel your credit agreement and have already received products from us, then you will be liable to pay us in full for the product (unless your cancellation rights apply).
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We've teamed up with V12 Retail Finance Limited ("V12") to offer you a flexible and affordable option to pay on finance. V12 is the UK's only specialist provider of Retail Point of Sale Credit, providing finance options for more than 20 years through its industry leading online paperless processing system. If your application is successful, you will enter into a Credit Agreement with Secure Trust Bank Plc (V12's parent company) which will be administered by V12. V12 is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Secure Trust Bank Plc is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority under registration number 204550.
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Comfort in God's promises
There will be peace in the valley for me, some day
There will be peace in the valley for me, oh Lord I pray,
There'll be no sadness, no sorrow,
No trouble I see,
There will be peace in the valley for me...
--Thomas A. Dorsey (1899-1993)
My father has been on my mind this Easter, as he always is at this time of year. He loved Gospel music, so I chose the song lyrics above with him in mind.
Daddy went to eternity with the Lord on April 3, 1996. We buried him on Saturday, April 6, and the next day was Easter. The scriptures of that Resurrection Sunday pierced to the heart: "O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory?" (I Corinthians 15:55)
On that intensely bittersweet Easter morning, we didn't know that we would lose my oldest nephew and my mother in the next 14 months. God in his mercy spares us the knowledge of what our futures hold. I was sustained during that dark period of my life by prayer and by the Biblical promises of heaven and eternal life for those who have a true, heartfelt trust in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.


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Home > News & Events > Wayland Press Release Archives > 2002 News Releases > August 2002 > Office technology program adding skilled members to workforce
Office technology program adding skilled members to workforce
Amelia Cline admits she's a bit biased when it comes to the Office Technology Program at Wayland Baptist University's Lifelong Learning Center.
"I think it's a great program," said Cline, LLC director. "We have people all over Plainview in the workforce that have been through our program. People in Plainview know about the program and will often call us for recommendations to fill jobs."
As director of the center, the program is really her "baby" and she takes a personal interest in each of the students, even charting their progress after completion of the program.
Cline has been impressed at the success of the program, noting several recent "graduates" have found great jobs in town. Office technology was previously offered under Wayland's Division of Business, moving to the LLC about five years ago.
Registration is currently underway for the next term of the one-year program, which is limited to 16 participants. Classes begin August 19 for the fall, which features four courses. Three more are featured in the spring and three in the summer, with a certificate of completion presented at the end.
"We cover any kind of computer work that an office would want," Cline said. "We do the Microsoft Office programs - a Windows course, Word and Excel - as well as an accounting segment, legal assistant, and secretarial communications."
Cline added that students also cover essentials of business dress and interviewing for jobs as well as creating a good resume. Outside individuals are brought into the class to do realistic job interviews and give participants that experience.
Each course in the program costs $325 and there are ten total. Cline noted that many students are able to take advantage of scholarship opportunities through the Texas Rehabilitation Commission, Motivation Education and Training, and the Workforce Investment Act.
Registration can be done at the Lifelong Learning Center, located at 708 Yonkers. For more information, contact the center at 291-3650.


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Actually, I brewed 10 gallons of Saison on Saturday. On Father's Day, I bottled my second round entries for the NHC (to be hand delivered today ), along with some grillin' and chillin' with a Brett Saison and some Witbier.
Anyone spending the day brewing? I'm doing a Fathers D' APA. MO and 2row base, Vienna Munich and crystal 15 steeping, Simcoe and cascade hops. Pretty basic but a great way to spend the day.


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Frequently referencing Wikipedia while watching a t.v. show to find out interesting historical facts about the program's cast.
Surfing Wikipedia continually out of sheer boredom.
Surfing Wikipedia continually out of sheer boredom.
Ex. Tonight, while watching Family Guy, I was being a Wiki Hawk and found out that Seth Mcfarland used to be a writer for the cartoon Johnny Bravo.
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A person who has claimed responsibility for an entry on a community sourced website (like Wikipedia) and who refuses to let others update the entry in question.
Oh no! I updated 'Snickers' on Wikipedia and a wikihawk took it down less than a minute later. My professor is never going to give me credit for the update now.
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Saturday, June 18, 2011
Steve Greenberg dismisses Crane allegations
Steve Greenberg, McLane's adviser on the sale, said he was not aware of anything that "would in any way be a concern to us with respect to approval, but we'll leave Major League Baseball to do their work." He added, "The last thing I need is to bring a guy to baseball who will be rejected or have serious problems."
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Steve Greenberg stands to make a multi-million dollar commission from the Astros sale. It's no surprise he thinks Crane is a great buyer. If I were him, I'd think Pol Pot was a great buyer.
- June 18, 2011 at 3:42 PM
I guess Mickey Mouse is the only owner good enough for the fans of Houston who only show up when their team is winning.
- June 18, 2011 at 5:47 PM
No one expects Mr. Wonderful to buy the Astros, but when a guy has as many clear issues as Jim Crane, it's crazy to just throw caution to the wind. If MLB could go back and reject Frank McCourt, it would. If MLB could go back and reject Jeff Loria, it would. Ditto for several other current and former owners -- and NONE of them had anywhere near the same amount of known character issues at the time they were up for approval. If the Rangers can get bought by a couple classy billionaires and Nolan Ryan, the Astros can do better than the cash-strapped Crane group.
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Regular exercise can help you control your weight, reduce your risk of heart disease, and strengthen your bones and muscles. But if it's been awhile since you've exercised and you have health issues or concerns, it's a good idea to talk to your doctor before starting a new exercise routine.
Although moderate physical activity such as brisk walking is safe for most people, health experts suggest that you talk to your doctor before you start an exercise program if any of the following apply:
You should also check with your doctor if you have symptoms suggestive of heart, lung or other serious disease such as:
Finally, the American College of Sports Medicine recommends that you see your doctor before engaging in vigorous exercise if two or more of the following apply:
If you're unsure of your health status, have multiple health problems or are pregnant, speak with your doctor before starting a new exercise program. Working with your doctor ahead of time can help you plan the exercise program that's right for you. And that's a good first step on your path to physical fitness.
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San Francisco Public Library
Founded in 1966, the San Francisco Public Library's Little Maga/Zine Collection documents the alternative press of the San Francisco Bay Area. Little magazines and zines from almost every literary movement covering the 1940s onward may be found here. In addition to the core collection, ephemera is collected, and a reference collection on the history of little magazines and zines is being developed. The Little Maga/Zine Collection holds over 3,860 items and is considered one of the most important collections of its kind in a public library.
Located in the Marjorie G. and Carl W. Stern Book Arts & Special Collections Center (http://sfpl.org/librarylocations/main/bookarts/bookarts.htm) on the sixth floor of the Main Library, the collection is open to the public Tuesday through Thursday: 10-6; Friday: 12 Noon-6; Saturday: 10–6; Sunday: 12 Noon–5. Closed Monday. No appointment is necessary.
For more information, or to have a zine considered for the collection, please contact us at:
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Inglot is one of my favorite brands and their Freedom System lipsticks one of best value-for-money in the market today! With a wide variety of shades priced reasonably at Rs 250 each, these lipstick pans are a must-have! Previously I have reviewed 2 dramatic shades from this range- no. 86 HERE and no. 27 HERE.
Today I'm reviewing a lovely everyday wear rosy brown shade from this range – no. 61.
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text: Psyko Seven is summed up in three words: far from usual. Mild-medium cigars sometimes suffer from lack of flavor...but handmade in the Dominican, Psyko Seven culls 7 tobaccos from 6 countries to make this savory and buttery antidote; and that's just the start of what makes Psyko 7 different. If you've always wanted to unplug with a good - no, really good - cigar that doesn't overpower, buying a box of the subtle and delicious Psyko Seven may just be what the good doctor ordered.


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The Laotians call it Mae Nam Khong, the Mother of Water. The Vietnamese refer to it as Song Cuu Long, or the Nine Dragons River. The Khmer prefer Tonle Thum, or simply Great River. Whatever its name, the Mekong River is a lifeline for millions in the countries touched by its muddy waters, the world's largest inland fishery.
On Wednesday, ministers from Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia and Laos open a three-day meeting in Siem Reap, Cambodia, to decide whether to approve a controversial dam on the mainstream of the river in Laos. Proponents say the dam would bring much-needed revenue to Laos and the region, but scientists warn that it could prove devastating for the environment and the people who depend on the river's bountiful resources.
About 1,000 species of fish live in the Mekong, making it the second-most biodiverse river in the world, after the Amazon. The river supports fisheries, farming and transportation.
Scientists are concerned that the dam project, known as Xayaburi, will open up a Pandora's box of dams, given that it is only the first in a cascade of 11 proposed mainstream hydropower plants.
In April, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia — all members of the 1995 Mekong Agreement, which requires prior consultation before any alterations to the river — met on the issue but failed to reach a consensus. Vietnam called for deferring construction of the dam for 10 years, and Cambodia and Thailand expressed concern about the project.
Xayaburi, which is being financed by the Thais, would be the first mainstream Mekong dam in Southeast Asia and would produce about 1,260 megawatts of power, 95 percent of which would be exported to Thailand. Thai building companies were contracted for the $3.7 billion project, and Thailand would operate the dam for 30 years before turning it over to Laos.
Laos has said it hopes to become "the battery of Southeast Asia" in terms of hydropower.
Environmentalists assert that the developers would reap most of the financial benefits, however. Even more important, they say, the countries involved have failed to grasp the full dimensions of the dam's potential effects on the environment.
"It's quite clear now that the four countries are not in a position to make an informed decision," said Ame Trandem, the Southeast Asia program director of the nonprofit group International Rivers. "All scientific evidence points to the fact that this dam will have devastating impacts."
Zeb Hogan, an aquatic ecologist at the University of Nevada, Reno, said that while "people who have never been to that region might not know it from any other river," the Mekong is unique in terms of fisheries. Some 2.5 million tons of fish are harvested annually in the basin for a total value of $6.5 billion.
The river is also home to threatened fish, including the critically endangered giant catfish species, which can grow up to 10 feet long. Dr. Hogan and other scientists fear that the dam would drive animals like the giant catfish to extinction.
"It's quite clear now that the four countries are not in a position to make an informed decision"
An estimated 40 to 70 percent of fish stocks in the Mekong, including many on which people depend on for food, are migratory. A dam would block their annual migrations, meaning that they would not be able to reach spawning grounds to breed. Although developers have proposed things like fish ladders to allow the animals to pass, Dr. Hogan said experience has shown that it is very difficult to build viable fish passages, especially for such a varied mix of large and small species.
A dam would also affect nutrients and flood regimes vital for crop production, scientists say.
"The dam is going to hurt the poorest people because they're going to lose their livelihoods and food security," Ms. Trandem said.
The dam's impact would probably extend 40 to 60 miles north of Xayaburi, where villages would be flooded and people would be forced to relocate, and potentially hundreds of miles south. Currently, no plan exists for moving the approximately 500 households that would be flooded by the dam and there is no guarantee that those families would be compensated for their losses, said David Blake, a doctoral candidate in international development at the University of East Anglia, who spent years in the region studying the dam issue.
"The true situation on the ground is very poorly known or understood because there's no independent monitoring going on," he said. Mr. Blake pointed out that in Laos, people can be arrested just for criticizing the government.
The decision-making process has been less than transparent. No public consultations were held in Laos, and only a few sessions were held in Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam, Ms. Trandem said. No environmental impact assessments were prepared in time to inform the public sessions that were held, she said.
A report issued by the dam's developer, the CH. Karnchang Public Company, was widely criticized as inadequate and as glossing over environmental and social uncertainties. "I know we can do better than that," Dr. Hogan said.
Although Thongloun Sisolit, a deputy prime minister of Laos, has said his country will wait for "positive signals" from its neighbors before building the dam, construction workers have already begun clearing the Xayaburi area.
A study commissioned by the United States Agency for International Development examined the potential impacts of all of the region's proposed dams. There are so many uncertainties that the economic impact could range from a net gain of $33 billion to a net loss of $274 billion, it found.
"If dams go in and we just hope for the best but things go wrong and fisheries collapse, who's going to pay for that?" said Robert Costanza, a professor of sustainability at Portland State University in Oregon and the lead author of the study. "There's a lot of uncertainty, and the public should not bear the burden of that uncertainty."
Dr. Costanza recommends requiring dam builders to post a bond large enough to cover potential damages upfront or asking the international community and neighboring countries to pay Laos not to build any dams. The United States and the World Bank have already stated they support deferring construction.
A decision by the four countries is expected to be announced on Thursday.


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DescriptionSuspension bushings are some of the most highly stressed components fitted to a car, undergoing enormous strains in the most arduous of conditions. Factory (stock) bushings are manufactured from rubber compounds that deteriorate with age. As these stock bushings deteriorate they become more pliable, making them less able to withstand the forces placed on them. This creates a "softness" that allows greater movement of suspension components and lessens control over the suspension geometry. The unwanted results of this softness is accelerated tire wear, braking instability, vibration and poor handling. Upgrading to Powerflex urethane bushings will address all of those problems. Powerflex bushings are made in England and are the number one-selling performance bushings in Europe. The special type of advanced polyurethane used in Powerflex bushings has unique properties that give it the ability to offer long life and exceptional performance without vibration or noise. With Powerflex urethane bushings on your BMW or MINI, your ride will be firmer and you'll notice an immediate improvement in handling, control and safety. In fact, the improvement is so pronounced, even new cars will handle better after upgrading to Powerflex bushings. Backed by a Lifetime Warranty.
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James Q. McClure of Eldo Lake, Kunkletown, and formerly of Southwest Philadelphia, died Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in his home.
He was the husband of Catherine (Cannon) McClure. They had observed their 48th wedding anniversary in October.
Born in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late Charles and Elizabeth (Quinton) McClure. He was a 1957 graduate of John Bartram High School in Philadelphia.
He was employed as a dockworker at Roadway in Tannersville for 29 years before retiring in 2000 and, previously, he had worked for Suburban Water Co. in Bryn Mawr. Prior to that, he had worked as a printer for Curtis Publishing in Philadelphia.
He was of the Episcopal faith.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, James McClure of Virginia Beach, Va.; two sisters, Anne Hassen of Lansdale and Judy Kesel of Puget Sound, Wash.; and two nieces, two nephews, one great-niece and one great-nephew.
A visitation will be held from 10:30 a.m. until the time of the service Saturday, Jan. 5, at Kresge Funeral Home, 1763 Route 209, Brodheadsville.
Memorial services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with the Rev. David Felker officiating. Cremation will have taken place at H. G. Smith Crematory, Stroudsburg.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Kresge Funeral Home
1763 Route 209, Brodheadsville
James Q. McClure
James Q. McClure of Eldo Lake, Kunkletown, and formerly of Southwest Philadelphia, died Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, in his home.


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Guest Lookouts, Page 2
And here you go: Page Two of Lookouts, hand-painted by Becky Dreistadt and penned by Oliver Grigsby. Works of this power and sophistication will run Friday, Monday, and Wednesday, at which point you'll be forced to endure our work once again.
I'm leaving town today, but you won't notice: I'm bringing a laptop, and also my mind, and I intend to fill roughly the same proportion of your day that I did previously. Historically, I've tried to distract you during these periods with a rotating cast of interlopers, but it never seems to catalyze anything akin to leisure. I figured out sometime last year that "vacations" don't really exist for me, as such - I can't relax even under the most sedate conditions. I'm constantly abraded by the normal operation of my consciousness, to the extent that I found a sensory deprivation chamber overstimulating. At any rate, whatever it is I'm taking a vacation from, it isn't writing.
I will be sad to leave my Blood Bowl team, The Khornivores, lost and unloved out on the pitch - but there's simply nothing for it.
Cyanide "have" made a videogame of Blood Bowl, and a pretty good one at that, which is all I really wanted. I have been surprised this whole time that a videogame - a multiplatform videogame, spanning fully four discrete hardware manifestations - was even being considered for such a bizarre, awesome, but relatively obscure phenomenon. I would be less surprised to see a tactical RPG based on the works of John Denver, but here it is: a richly tactical round of football, where trolls can throw rat-men into the end zone.
Yes, really.
For a middle of the road player like myself, you can get plenty of kicks in on the game's artificial intelligence. Eventually I'll start to feel guilty about tormenting these dimwits, I'm sure of it - but it hasn't happened yet. The game's cognitive prowess is, like much of its technical execution, firmly in the middle of the scale. Load times aren't great. Graphics have plenty of character, but aren't head of the class. The user interface goes from savvy to somewhat inarticulate to bwuh-huh? with startling alacrity.
It's still Blood Bowl, though, and there is much that can be endured in its service. The game is going to live online and in player-managed leagues, so it may be that truly devious AI lost out in some kind of internal triage system. I want to recommend the game universally, just to foist my predilections on people, but this is a game that needs (and warrants) a patch or two.
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Auction Recap: The Toronto Four Seasons Flagship Furniture Sale
The flagship Four Seasons hotel, located in Toronto, is moving a few blocks to a new location within the Yorkville neighborhood. A few days ago, the older location held a live and online auction to clear out furniture, lighting fixtures, artwork and more from the 32 floors of the well-known hotel.
The sale looked promising, but on the online auction website, it looks like many items were not sold. Local blogger Chris of Studio North reported that some of the better items, including the still wrapped and unused Hästens mattresses and beds, were sold to Four Seasons staff ahead of time.
Some items from the sale:
• Murano glass chandeliers.
• A walnut dining table and chairs from the dining area of the former celebrity suite, a 2,150-square-foot space reserved for visiting celebrities like Elton John and Yo-Yo Ma (who signed the suite's baby grand piano).
• A hand-woven tapestry from the former 32nd floor reception hall.
How do you feel about furniture bought from an iconic hotel? A few years ago in DC, I bought a pair of 1960's era chairs that came from the famous Madison Hotel. I still love those chairs and am happy I have them to remind me of my fun years living in DC.
Did anyone check out the Toronto sale? Let us know if you made any good buys...
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SISCOG is a software company that provides decision-support systems for resource planning and management in transportation companies, especially in the field of railways. Lately other domains of application have been covered, keeping the focus on the resource planning and management, although diversifying for companies that have people working based on duties and rosters.
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"The next five to ten years promise innovations and growth that will drive new business ideas enabled by cloud. Oracle understands that startups are at the heart of innovation. This program aims to give startups access to extensive resources and support when they need it most."
—Reggie Bradford, Senior Vice President, Startup Ecosystem and Accelerator
New technologies are sparking new ideas—and vice versa—from Tel Aviv to Austin, from Singapore to Bangalore. But no matter where you are across the globe, it takes more than a great idea to bring a new product to market.
Oracle Startup Cloud Accelerator uniquely breaks down the barriers that limit startup success, providing exceptional startups with a path for future growth. Through this program, Oracle provides the kind of enterprise-grade technology, expertise, and partnerships that enable next-generation growth and drive cloud-based innovation for startups.
In Austin, Texas, one of nine Oracle Startup Cloud Accelerator locations worldwide, the program offers early- to later-stage startups hands-on technical and business mentoring, state-of-the-art cloud technology, and access to dedicated coworking space. The program also connects startups with Oracle's global ecosystem of startup peers, more than 430,000 customers, investors, and partners.
Every successful company starts somewhere—even in a café, basement, or garage. Indeed, Oracle started in a 900-square-foot office with a single idea for the world's first relational database management system. But innovators need more than a great idea to go to market. With the help of Oracle Startup Cloud Accelerator, startups don't have to be limited by the size of their garage.
Interactive Scientific, part of the Oracle Startup Cloud Accelerator program in Bristol, UK, is using virtual reality to bring science to life for students.
Oracle is putting even more resources behind its global startup program, accelerating growth in innovative ways.
New residential program in Austin,Texas is seeking applications from qualified startups.
Startup Toonimo gained access to large enterprise customers by taking part in Oracle's accelerator program.


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Good Bread Vs. Great Bread
Hello All
I thought I would ask a question that has been rattling around in my ciabatta like brain for a few days. What makes good bread great and how did it get that way? I have baked allot of bad bread, lots of good bread and not allot of great bread. Sometimes the same recipie made twice yeilds different results. My guess is 9 out of 10 of us mix up the initial dough the same way. Some knead, some auto and fold. Some fold allot early and some fold at even intervals. Then its scaling and preshaping. I think there may be more differences between us at this step than the previous one. Then its shaping, my acillies heel . This is an art unto itself and seperates the gifted from people like me. Flour is another variable but does one flour really taste better than another? The French have been making great bread with notoriously weak flour for centuries. Starters can make a huge difference in taste and texture and probably deserve a post all by itself. What techniques do you use that yeild great bread vs just good bread?
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Hensarling in fight vs. defections
House Financial Services Chairman Jeb Hensarling successfully ushered his plan to overhaul the mortgage financing market through his panel last week. But a critical task lies ahead: minimizing the number of GOP defections when the legislation hits the House floor later this year.
Hensarling's legislation has virtually no chance of being considered by the Democratic-controlled Senate in its current form, but to solidly establish it as the Republican Party's negotiating position in future talks with the Obama administration and congressional Democrats, it will be crucial for Hensarling to contain the "no" votes in the House Republican Conference when the bill reaches the floor.
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The Texas Republican, who took over as chairman this year, has already had a taste of the potential obstacles he may face in the next few months as he tries to persuade his Republican colleagues to support a proposal that has received criticism from the housing industry — and some members of his own party.
The committee approved his bill on Wednesday in a mostly party-line vote, 30 to 27, but Republican Reps. Gary Miller of California and Mike Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania voted against the proposal.
"There's a lot of other members who have concerns. You're going to find out that it's not just a couple of us. A lot of members have concerns," Miller said in an interview. "These issues I've talked about have to be addressed before it hits the floor. If they're not before it hits the floor, I think the bill could have serious problems."
The bill would get rid of taxpayer-owned mortgage finance companies Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and greatly reduce the government's role in the housing market.
One of the major concerns raised about the proposal by opponents is whether the U.S. housing market can survive the economic booms and busts if there isn't an explicit government guarantee for the mortgage bonds and securities that provide much of the funding used to make home loans.
Hensarling has touted his plan as a way to end government bailouts and let the market decide who is best able to afford a mortgage rather than policymakers in Washington.
The chairman shrugged off Miller and Fitzpatrick's "no" votes as lawmakers simply having "strong opinions,"saying that "from time to time, I have very strong views about matters, as well."
Still, Hensarling is wasting little time in trying to rally support among his colleagues. He plans to appear before the Republican Conference this week to discuss the merits of the bill and said he will hold "listening sessions" with members.
And he may have plenty of time to make his case.
A spokeswoman for House Majority Leader Eric Cantor (R-Va.) said he is "committed to bringing housing finance reform to the floor" and that leadership will develop a plan to do so after Hensarling discusses the bill with colleagues "over the next few months."


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joberaad necesitaba un nuevo diseño de impreso o envases y lanzó un concurso de diseño en 99designs.
Un ganador ha sido elegido entre 92 diseños de 17 diseñadores freelance.
The farm offers service for horse owner all over the world, who bought a horse in USA Export work in their home country of the buyer ALL IN ONE HAND:
a) Quarantine and
b) Shipping of the horse from sellers home to quarantinestation and
c) shipping to airpirt with flight to the new owner
New customers in Europe should be found!
On 14.9.2008 will be a horse show in Great Britain. For that date we need urgent a logo (font + colour see below). As time is VERY limited, logo + Broschure-Design in one Contest:
Something clean and professional that makes a clear question to look inside and a clear presentation on how to signup (tri-folded).
Shortview Export
Following the CI-questionnaire, answered by the client:
Portfolio: A full service facility (Breeding, boarding, foaling & quarantine)-Breeding farm of miniature horses.
Major task: Our full service facility emphasizes all aspects of equine care, including 24 hour supervision as needed. We provide a full door to door service fort he horse. From USA to the new owner in Europe.
Close to major international airports. Export business developed with the awareness to transport miniature show and breeding animals with a higher level of standard.
Company overview: Shortview Stud – located on over 100 acres in north Texas. Miniature horses breeding farm / Quarantine Station. Family run Farm. 70 horses – 7 breeding stallions.
Unique selling proposition: The first class exportation of Miniatures all over the world. Complete package from collection, quarantine, paperwork, transport to airport and flight home. All done under veterinary supervision and USDA approval and endorsement.
Status at the market: Have the corporate sponsorship of AMHA (http://www.amha.org) and can use the title "Official Exporter of the AMHA", also considered extremely professional and easy to work with from Airlines and Agents. Would probably be considered as one of the top shippers of miniatures due to numbers sent in the past 3 years. But would have to get actual numbers and comparisons in order to truly make that claim.
Main customers from: All over the world. But the most from europe.
Targent group:
- male 50%
- female 50%
- Age 30-50
- Breeder and seller of miniature horses
Target: Educate people in how exporting works and to receive more customers.
- Eye catching logo:Please use the font "Neuropol" (http://www.dafont.com/neuropol.font). It should show: "Horses Worldwide Transport". For example: http://www.servicecrew.de/99designs…xample.jpg
- Tri-Fold brochure:– Points:
a) USDA Approved Quarantine & Export Facility
b) Recognized as the Official Exporter of American Miniature Horses by the AMHA
c) Full Service-Complete Packages
d) Specialize in the Show Horse-Arena, Round Pen, Treadmill and Walker available to keep them in condition at no extra charge
e) Grassy turnouts
f) Centrally and conveniently located
g) New quarantine starts every other week
h) Insurance available
Text: http://www.servicecrew.de/99designs…ontent.txt
– First page (cover) just name "Shortview Export" preferred Neuropol font and a photo
– 2nd-3rd-4th pages (this would be basically a full page with creases down the middle) to include services and points (pick-up service, Quarantine, Transport, Flights etc.) and photos of quarantine and shipping (photos as you choose, what stands out most, at least one farm photo either here or on back as people like to see where their horse is staying).
– 5th page Studfarm overview
– 6th page-contact information
Please show "Official Exporter of the AMHA"
Dimensions (210 x 297 mm + 3 mm bleed):
http://www.servicecrew.de/99designs…nsions.gif (Please use 3 mm bleed, dont 1 mm)
- Prefered Colours: black, purple, dark grey and gold
- Photos Download (Note: we have only them, please optimize for print - 300dpi - and work with them): http://www.servicecrew.de/99designs…photos.zip
- File specifications: Quark Xpress, Photoshop, Illustrator
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The LMC6462/4 is a micropower version of the popular LMC6482/4, combining Rail-to-Rail Input and Output Range with very low power consumption.
The LMC6462/4 provides an input common-mode voltage range that exceeds both rails. The rail-to-rail output swing of the amplifier, ensured for loads down to 25 kΩ, assures maximum dynamic signal range. This rail-to-rail performance of the amplifier, combined with its high voltage gain makes it unique among rail-to-rail amplifiers. The LMC6462/4 is an excellent upgrade for circuits using limited common-mode range amplifiers.
The LMC6462/4, with ensured specifications at 3V and 5V, is especially well-suited for low voltage applications. A quiescent power consumption of 60 μW per amplifier (at VS = 3V) can extend the useful life of battery operated systems. The amplifier's 150 fA input current, low offset voltage of 0.25 mV, and 85 dB CMRR maintain accuracy in battery-powered systems.
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Computex 2011 Coverage
Computex, for those of you that never heard of it, is a lot like CES. However I found that Computex focused a lot more on computer products whereas CES has a wider variety of what is being displayed. Computex is held in Taipei, Taiwan and this was my first trip to Computex as well as Asia. I knew to expect certain things but I also figured there would be things that I had never seen before. Overall, I was looking forward to the trip, meeting with companies and meeting new and old friends. I was also looking forward to seeing a different culture than what I was used to seeing.
I am not a fan of flying but I sucked it up and hopped on a big old 747 and began my journey to Asia. I took a direct flight out of Seattle so that was nice as some of the other people had to make as many as four connections, ouch! The flight was pretty smooth, I was actually sitting with Microsoft employees and there were a few NVIDIA guys with us. That made the trip go by quickly. It was fun having people to talk with that understand what we do at OCC and Neoseeker. After landing, I met with the driver that would take me to my hotel. He only spoke two words "wait" and "no". Editors note: I guess he's used to being asked to use the washroom? So, it was a long quiet ride to the hotel but it gave me a chance to really look around as we made the long journey. Arriving in my hotel room, I was greeted with a nice big room. The whirlpool was sweet, huge shower, comfy bed, big screen TV, fresh fruit and bottled water delivered every day, life was good. Did I mention McDonald's delivers to the hotel haha.


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You can search our store many different ways. We recommend by Kawasaki Part Number. Also you may search by Name of part, Model of bike or by Model size.
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In 2009 actor-turned-writer/director/producer Michael Stephenson changed his legacy in the film world. Prior to that time the title that Stephenson was best known for was Troll 2, a 1990 horror flick he starred in that is considered by many to be one of the worst movies ever made. How Stephenson was able to flip the script was the documentary Best Worst Movie, a project that dove into the legacy of Troll 2, both going behind the scenes of the production and looking at the cult status that it has attained. The filmmaker hasn't released anything since then, but is finally ready to unleash his latest doc: American Screams.
Instead of sticking around and analyzing the film world some more, this time around Stephenson is following three families in a small Massachusetts who get really, really into the Halloween season and decorate their properties accordingly. Check out the first trailer for the movie, released by Magic Stone Productions.
I feel like we've all known families like this from when we were growing up - I know I certainly did - so it will be interesting to see if the director is able to really get inside the mind of these people. What is it about the holiday that brings out this part of their personality? What makes scaring people so fun? I'm also just looking forward to seeing the more creative designs they come up with.
The American Scream, which premiered last month at Fantastic Fest, is in select theaters now, but if it's not playing anywhere near you, you can just wait until October 28th when it is shown on the Chiller television network.


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Bubbly & Small Bites: A Dressed-Up Buffet for an Oscars Party
The Oscars are here! The Oscars are here! If epic movies and sparkly floor-length gowns are your scene, then we know exactly where we'll find you this weekend. How's about a glass of bubbly and a decked-out spread of nibbles to go with your evening of red carpet glam?
The Menu
To sip:
- Hibiscus Ginger Punch (non-alcoholic)
"From Russia with Love" Champagne Cocktail
To nibble:
The Scene:
The Oscars are a night of glam and sparkles, so it makes sense to add some romance to the table as well. Champagne is a must, of course, with a ginger ale punch for those who don't want to imbibe. The popcorn also feels like a requisite for a movie-themed event, though I like the idea of stepping up the game with this salted chocolate version. The rest of the spread is an assortment of easy nibbles when wandering by the table during commercial breaks and more substantive bites when dinner time rolls around.
Make It Happen:
The aim here is to have most everything finished before the guests arrive, so you can spend your time gossiping about red carpet mishaps instead of standing by the stove. The most you'll need to do during the party itself is warm things up and replenish the table as needed:The day or the morning before your party, make the gougères and freeze them for later — you can bake these off as you need them during the party. Ditto with the meatballs, the roasted strawberries, the components for the chicken sliders.
You can also make ahead the deviled eggs, the compote for the feta cheese, and the chocolate popcorn. Don't forget to put the puff pastry for the strawberries squares in the fridge to thaw overnight. The prosciutto-wrapped arugula is the only thing that really needs to be done last minute.
The day of your party, it's assembly time. Clear a big table in the back of the room and set it with a pretty table cloth. With a buffet like this, it's nice to have the platters on different levels so it's easy to both see everything and grab what you want. Cake stands are handy for this, but you can also use oatmeal tins covered with a napkin, wide-mouthed vases, and the like. If you have twinkly lights, now is the time to use them.
Set out all the cold appetizers and wait until the first guests arrive to start cooking the warm foods, starting with the feta cheese (because its crazy delicious). Go ahead and make the roasted strawberry squares early in the evening — they'll taste great even once they cool.
From then on out, just make sure the bubbly keeps flowing and have yourself a grand old time!
What will you be serving at your Oscars party this weekend?
Related: Cocktail-in-a-Flask and Slow-Cooked Ragu: Menu for a Midwinter Sledding Party
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What is Startup Manager?
As the name suggests, Startup Manager (aka st-m) is an open source startup manager for the Windows platform.
Startup Manager can:
- Make programs start on logon (add items)
- Rename existing items
- Delete existing items
- Disable existing items
- Enable existing items
- Create a batch file with programs that start in a certain order
Startup Manager supports:
- Startup folders (all users and current user)
- Registry sections
- All the run and services sections (all and current user)
- Computer sections: winlogon (userinit and shell) and BHO (browser helper objects)
- Win.ini sections (load and run)
Startup Manager is free software. It is licensed under the GNU General Public License (GPL) version 2. This means you are free to use it and to modify it, but if you distribute your modifications you must distribute the modified source code as well.
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Mark Wahlberg: Wedding Pictures!
Mark Wahlberg and his girlfriend of eight years, model Rhea Durham, tied the knot at 3:30PM on Saturday (August 1) at Good Shephard Catholic Church in Beverly Hills, Calif. Here are some details from the 45-minute ceremony:
– The ceremony was attended by just their three children — Ella, 5, Michael, 3, and Brendan, 10 months — and 12 close friends
– Rhea wore a white, strapless Marchesa dress and Neil Lane jewels.
– Mark wore a Giorgio Armani two-button notch lapel suit with a white spread collar shirt and pale lavender necktie
20+ pictures inside of Mark Wahlberg's wedding pictures…


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Digital to significantly outnumber physical on PS4 release schedule
Every single PS4 game will be released digitally, while only some will be released on disc.
The truth that physical releases are probably already in the minority on PS3 (when smaller PSN releases are factored in) is often forgotten, but still – this stark statement of intent from Sony is certainly significant.
I believe it's very important for the platform to have a wide variety of developers making things that are unique and creative," Sony worldwide studios boss Shuhei Yoshida told The Guardian.
We're shifting our platform more and more to the digital side – PS4 will be similar to PS Vita in that every game will be available as a digital download, and some will also be available as a disc.
[Jonathan Blow's] The Witness will be a digital release and because of the flexibility of the digital distribution scheme, we can have more small games that might be free or available for a couple of dollars, or different services like free-to-play or subscription models."
The real question is whether Sony will choose to make its digital releases competitive with retail. At the moment games tend to be sold at full RRP online, while the UK's retailers will discount this significantly – particularly online.
If this unbalance is addressed then it will be a further nail in the coffin for physical distribution.


text: G'day guys, I have Debian 6 (Squeeze) VPS with ISPConfig 3 installed. I'm looking at hosting some audio files for my Church seeing that I have 160GB of transfer per month and the files are about 150MB each (about 1.5 hours long). Anyway I tried Subsonic (way too many options and clickable hiccups for old people or low IT literate people) tried a few other options aswell until I found ownCloud which looks sleek, clean and easy to use/administer. My issues are these: Firstly on a test virtual server (Debian) I can get it to work great, but it complains about .htaccess - which I can remedy but then I need to change the whole Apache config to Code: AllowOverride All in however is this the recommended way? security issues? administrator concerns? Secondly on my test virtual server (Debian 6 and ISPConfig 3 = 192.168.1.201) I make a fake site (example.com) and set the DNS to point to this server then on another test virtual machine (WinXP = 192.168.1.205) I set my DNS Servers in the network config to point to 192.168.1.201 and type in the fake site = example.com and all things work. Now I follow the same install procedure but instead of placing it in i place it in and run Code: chown -R web1:client0 owncloud But it doesn't show up when I navigate to What am I missing? On my actual VPS I didn't ever make another .conf file for phpBB3 (Forum) or for my Wordpress (Blog) I just placed the folder via FTP and it worked. I did check out the log for client0 and it showed this: Any help would be appreciated. I don't mind to make a tutorial up if things work but word of warning I am a noob Cheers guys, Regards, Steven Swarts


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Police, community and calendar briefs for Nov. 27, 2012.
Stopped school bus hit Monday
A vehicle hit a school bus Monday morning while the bus was stopped to pick up students near Summerfield.
Christopher Dean Bellingham, 22, was driving a 1991 Jeep Cherokee north on U.S. Highway 441 near Southeast 160th Lane just before 8:30 a.m. Bellingham said he did not notice the bus, which was stopped and had the flashing lights activated, according to Florida Highway Patrol reports.
Bellingham said he tried to veer away from the bus, but clipped the left rear with the right front of the Jeep, FHP reports state.
There were 24 students on the bus. None were injured.
Bellingham was taken to Leesburg Regional Hospital with minor injuries. He later was cited for failure to stop for a school bus.
Petition drive for transportation
A petition drive is being held to campaign for improved transportation for residents of communities west of Interstate 75 on Highway 27, such as Ocala Palms, Palm Village and Oaktree Village Park, and west of I-75 along the area best known as Airport Road.
Residents can sign a petition from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Chevron gas station at 5985 W. State Road 40 and also from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Nikins Family Store at 4043 NW Blitchton Road, Ocala.
For more information, call Mike McGriff at 304-2530.
Hikes planned in early December
Members of the Florida Trail Association will conduct a hike through the western corridor of the Florida Trail during December. All hikes meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Santos Trailhead. The treks include:
- Dec. 1 — Hunt station at County Road 316 and Forest Road 11 to Eaton Creek (10.5 miles)
- Dec. 3 — Eaton Creek to Sharpes Ferry Bridge (11.7 miles)
- Dec. 5 — Sharpes Ferry Bridge to Santos (11.8 miles)
- Dec. 8 — Santos to 49th Avenue (10.5 miles)
- Dec. 12 — 49th Avenue to Pruitt (12.2 miles)
For more information, call 502-2004 or 347-5716.
Author to speak Dec. 2 at library
The Friends of the Ocala Library will host Steve Rajtar, author of 25 books of historical photographs of Florida towns and attractions, at 2 p.m. on Dec. 2 at the Marion County Public Library, 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala.
Some titles by Fajtar include "Remembering the University of Florida," "A Guide to Historic St. Augustine" and "Historic Photographs of Florida Ghost Towns."
For more information, visit friendsoftheocalalibrary.org.
Salvation Army food drive
The Salvation Army will hold a drive-thru drop-off food drive from 7 to 11 a.m. on Dec. 3 on the Ocala downtown square.
The agency needs canned and dried food items, and turkeys, to fill Christmas hampers and community food cupboards.
For more information, call 629-2004.
Holiday program to help seniors
The local Home Instead Senior Care office has partnered with Rasmussen College, churches, community groups and individuals to collect and distribute gifts through the Be a Santa to a Senior program.
The program runs through Dec. 14.
A Christmas tree at Rasmussen College, at 4755 SW 46th Court, Ocala, features ornaments with the names of seniors and their gift requests. Shoppers can pick up an ornament, buy items on the list and return them unwrapped.
The Home Instead Senior Care office will enlist staff and volunteers to collect, wrap and distribute the gifts.
For more information, visit www.beasantatoasenior.com or call 622-6447.
LIGHT UP THE LAKES: Light up the Lakes, with tree lighting, entertainment and more, will run from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Tuscawilla Park at 300-899 NE Sanchez Ave., Ocala. (629-8444)
CLIMATE LECTURE: Charles Kennel will discuss "The Climate Threat We Can Beat" at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition at 15 SE Osceola Ave., Ocala. Reservations required. (387-3051)
BINGO: White elephant bingo, 1 p.m. Tuesday, Forest Community Center, 777 S. County Road 314A, Ocklawaha. (438-2840)
PTSD: PTSD support group, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, College Of Central Florida, 3001 SW College Road, Room 102, Building 42, Ocala. (875-8200 or email@example.com)
BASKET WEAVING: Basket weaving, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, First United Methodist Church, 1126, E. Silver Spring Blvd., Ocala. (629-9657 or 817-2967)
OCALA HARMONY: Four-part harmony women's barbershop chorus, 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, College Park Church, 3140 SW 26th St., Ocala. (875-4811)
T.O.P.S.: Taking Off Pounds Sensibly, 7 p.m. Tuesday, First United Methodist Church, 1126 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala. Weigh-in 5:45 p.m. (236-4157 or 732-6947)
NAR ANON: 12-step support group for those with a loved one suffering from addiction, 6:45 p.m. Tuesday, St. Marks United Methodist Church, 1839 NE Eighth Ave. Road, Ocala. Newcomers 6 p.m. (naranonfl.org)
DAR: The Ocala Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Ocala Elk's Lodge, 702 NE 25th Ave., Ocala. (622-6485)
ACCORDION CLUB: Accordion players welcome, 5:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Cherrywood Clubhouse, 6253 SW 100th Loop, Ocala. (854-6236 or www.accordions.com/floirda)
BOOK CLUB: Forest Readers Book Club, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Forest Public Library, 905 S. County Road 314A, Ocklawaha. (438-2540)
MET OPERA: Encore simulcast of "The Tempest," 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Hollywood Stadium 16, 2801 SW 27th Ave., Ocala. $18. ( 861-2695)
RAWLINGS PLAY: Karen de Vos's one-woman play, "Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings," 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Circle Square Cultural Center, 8395 SW 80th St., Ocala. Free, but registration requested. (854-3699 or www.masterthepossibilites.com)
RODNEY ATKINS: "Farmer's Daughter" singer in concert, noon Wednesday, Citizen's Circle, 110 SE Watula Ave., Ocala. Free. ((322-5600)
BASKETBRAWL: United Way "basketbrawl" between Marion County schools and local Publix stores, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Forest High School, 5000 SE Maricamp Road, Ocala. Benefits United Way. $5 adults, $3 students. (732-9696)
ESL: English as Second Language class, 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, College Road Baptist Church, 5010 SW College Road, Ocala (854-6981 or 237-5741)
PROFIT MAKERS: BNI Profit Makers, 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, Country Club of Ocala, 6823 SE 12th Circle, Ocala. (209-1068)
TUTORING: Tutoring, 3 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Christ Community Church, 37 Dogwood Road, Ocala. $1 per session. (687-2009)
To submit information for this list, send an e-mail to firstname.lastname@example.com or visit www.ocala.com, scroll down and click on EVENTS CALENDAR on the right.


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Expected Visitors List - 12/14/2012
The entire 2013 recruiting class except: Patrick Kugler (in state championship game), Channing Stribling (took his official in November), and Ben Gedeon is a maybe.
Not Committed:
David Dawson - They'll definitely be putting the full court press on him, I'd be VERY surprised if he didn't re-commit on the spot.
Dan Skipper (OT) 2013 - 6'10" 295 lb lbs who is currently committed to TENN.
Not Committed, Maybe Visiting:
Reon Dawson (CB) 2013 - Teammate of Mike McCray, currently committed to ILL.
Lawrence Marshall (DE) 2014 - 6'4" 210 lbs, lives in Michigan.
Malik McDowell (DT) 2014 - 6'6"292 lbs, lives in Michigan
LINK - Rivals. edit - (Paywalled), I wish they'd have an insider thing pop up like ESPN does
LINK - Magnus (Not Paywalled)


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~ Third Quarter Net Income of $11.3 Million; EPS of $.35 In Line With Guidance ~
~ Completes Acquisitions for 79 Stores and $138 Million of Annualized Sales ~
~ Revises Estimated Fiscal 2013 EPS Range to $1.27 to $1.32 ~
~ Expands Credit Facility to $250 Million and Extends Term to December 2017 ~
ROCHESTER, N.Y., Jan. 29, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. (Nasdaq:MNRO), a leading provider of automotive undercar repair and tire services, today announced financial results for its third quarter ended December 29, 2012.
Third Quarter Results
Sales for the third quarter of fiscal 2013 increased 7.8% to $190.4 million as compared to $176.7 million for the third quarter of fiscal 2012. Adjusted for days, comparable store sales decreased 4.9%, which compares to a 1.3% decrease for the same period last year. On a reported basis, comparable store sales decreased 5.9%. Comparable store sales, adjusted for days, were flat to last year for maintenance services and decreased approximately 2% for tires, 6% for alignments, 9% for front end/shocks, 12% for brakes and 20% for exhaust. The total sales increase for the third quarter of $13.7 million was due to an increase in sales from new stores, including recently acquired stores, of $23 million.
Gross margin decreased to 36.6% in the third quarter from 38.4% in the prior year quarter due to a sales mix shift to lower margin tire and service categories and a loss of leverage due to weaker year-over-year comparable store sales. Total operating expenses were $50.8 million, or 26.7% of sales, as compared with $45.1 million, or 25.5% of sales, for the same period of the prior year. The increase in operating expenses as a percent of sales is due to a loss of leverage as a result of weaker year-over-year comparable store sales and a $1.7 million gain on the sale of seven stores in the third quarter of fiscal 2012. Due to cost reduction initiatives, operating expenses in the third quarter of fiscal 2013 decreased by $.9 million year-over-year excluding stores acquired in fiscal year 2013 and the $1.7 million gain in fiscal 2012.
Operating income for the quarter decreased 16.8% to $18.8 million from $22.6 million in the third quarter of fiscal 2012. Interest expense was $1.5 million as compared to $1.2 million in the third quarter of fiscal 2012.
Net income for the third quarter decreased 16.9% to $11.3 million from $13.6 million in the prior year period. Diluted earnings per share for the quarter decreased 16.7% to $.35, including $.02 dilution from fiscal 2013 acquisitions, and were within the Company's estimated range of $.35 to $.40. This compares to diluted earnings per share of $.42 in the third quarter of fiscal 2012, which included a $.03 gain on the sale of seven stores. Net income for the third quarter reflects an effective tax rate of 35.4% as compared with 36.9% for the prior year period.
The Company added 65 locations during the quarter, ending the quarter with 918 stores.
John Van Heel, President and Chief Executive Officer stated, "The challenging economic environment continues to weigh heavily on our customers and the weather did not provide the tailwind we had anticipated in the third quarter with the exception of the last two weeks of December, during which our markets received significant snowfall and comparable store sales increased 10%. Our customers continue to delay purchases and trade down from higher cost automotive maintenance and repair purchases. Notably, comparable store oil change units were flat year-over-year, demonstrating that customers continue to perform basic maintenance on their vehicles and continue to perform that basic maintenance at our stores. Our ability to take advantage of increased acquisition opportunities in this tough sales environment is demonstrated by our acquisitions in fiscal 2013 of 139 stores and approximately $200 million in incremental annualized sales, or 29% growth, over fiscal 2012. Further, these acquisitions are expected to increase our annual tire unit sales by 40%, which will help us take further advantage of declining tire costs and achieve greater economies of scale."
First Nine Month Results
For the nine-month period, sales increased 4.1% to $536.1 million from $514.8 million in the same period of the prior year. Adjusted for days, comparable store sales decreased 5.6%. On a reported basis, comparable store sales decreased 5.9%. Net income for the first nine months of fiscal 2013 decreased 21.9% to $34.4 million, or $1.07 per diluted share, as compared with $44.1 million, or $1.37 per diluted share in the comparable period of fiscal 2012.
Acquisitions Update
During calendar November and December, Monro completed four acquisitions totaling 79 stores generating approximately $138 million in annualized sales. These transactions enable the Company not only to fill in existing markets, but also expand its footprint into the contiguous states of Tennessee and Kentucky.
On November 18, 2012, Monro acquired 31 Tire Barn stores with annual sales of approximately $64 million. The stores, which offer tires and alignment services similar to the Company's Tire Warehouse brand, include 27 stores in Indiana, one store in Illinois and three stores in Tennessee. On December 16, 2012, the Company acquired 27 Towery's Tire and Auto Care stores located in Louisville and Lexington, Kentucky as well as a related wholesale business which, combined, represent approximately $54 million in annualized sales. On December 30, 2012 (the Company's fiscal fourth quarter), Monro completed the acquisition of 12 Enger Tire stores in northern Ohio as well as nine Tire King stores in Durham, North Carolina. The Enger Tire stores generate annual sales of approximately $9 million and the Tire King stores generate annual sales of approximately $11 million.
Management intends to operate the Tire Barn and Towery stores under their existing brands, while the Enger Tire and Tire King locations will be rebranded as Mr. Tire.
Credit Facility
During its third quarter of fiscal 2013, Monro expanded its revolving Credit Facility to $250 million and extended the term to December 2017. The other terms of the Credit Facility are unchanged, including the Company's current borrowing rate of 100 basis points over LIBOR.
Company Outlook
Based on current visibility, business and economic trends, the recent acquisitions, as well as fiscal 2013 being a 52-week year compared to a 53-week year in fiscal year 2012, the Company now anticipates the change in fiscal 2013 comparable store sales, adjusted for days, to be in the range of -6.5% to -5.5% and is revising its estimated fiscal 2013 diluted earnings per share to a range of $1.27 to $1.32, from the prior range of $1.36 to $1.50. This compares to diluted earnings per share of $1.69 in fiscal 2012, or $1.65 excluding an estimated $.07 benefit from the 53rd week in fiscal 2012 and $.03 of Midas-related due diligence costs incurred in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012. The estimate is based on 32.3 million weighted average shares outstanding. The Company now expects its total sales for the year to be in the range of $725 million to $735 million.
For the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company anticipates the change in comparable store sales to be in the range of -9% to -6%, adjusted for days. The Company expects diluted earnings per share for the fourth quarter to be between $.20 and $.25, with the fiscal 2013 completed acquisitions expected to be breakeven or slightly dilutive. This compares to $.33 diluted earnings per share for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012, or $.29 excluding the aforementioned $.07 benefit from the 53rd week and the $.03 in Midas-related due diligence costs.
Mr. Van Heel concluded, "Our long-term outlook for the industry and company is very positive, though, near-term, visibility remains cloudy and we expect trends will continue to be choppy in our geographic regions as the economic environment weighs on consumer purchasing behavior. Trends to-date in January have remained challenged as a result of these economic issues and lack of snow in our markets. As we actively manage our business through this challenging environment, we are focused on driving top-line growth and leverage through acquisitions and aggressively reducing costs. Historically, our strong business model has allowed us to continue to improve our market share and expand our operations regardless of the economic or operating environment. The key long-term macro-economic trends – specifically, the significant number of vehicles in operation, the increasing average age of those vehicles and the decreasing number of service bays in operation – are unchanged and remain positive for the business. Our significant acquisition growth achieved in fiscal 2013 positions the Company for accelerated earnings growth over the next several years and we continue to see increased acquisition opportunities in this challenging market."
Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
The Company will host a conference call and audio webcast on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The conference call may be accessed by dialing 1-888-230-5549 and using the required pass code 4787656. A replay will be available approximately one hour after the recording through Tuesday, February 12, 2013 and can be accessed by dialing 1-877-870-5176. The live conference call and replay can also be accessed via audio webcast at the Investor Info section of the Company's website, located at www.monro.com. An archive will be available at this website through February 12, 2013.
About Monro Muffler Brake
Monro Muffler Brake operates a chain of stores providing automotive undercar repair and tire services in the United States, operating under the brand names of Monro Muffler Brake and Service, Mr. Tire, Tread Quarters Discount Tires, Autotire, Tire Warehouse, Tire Barn and Towery's Tire and Auto Care. The Company currently operates 939 stores in New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Connecticut, Massachusetts, West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, Vermont, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, South Carolina, Indiana, Rhode Island, Delaware, Maine, Illinois, Missouri, Tennessee, Kentucky and Wisconsin. Monro's stores provide a full range of services for brake systems, steering and suspension systems, tires, exhaust systems and many vehicle maintenance services.
The statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts may contain statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements made pursuant to the Safe Harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and other important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed. These factors include, but are not necessarily limited to, product demand, dependence on and competition within the primary markets in which the Company's stores are located, the need for and costs associated with store renovations and other capital expenditures, the effect of economic conditions, the impact of competitive services and pricing, product development, parts supply restraints or difficulties, industry regulation, risks relating to leverage and debt service (including sensitivity to fluctuations in interest rates),continued availability of capital resources and financing, risks relating to integration of acquired businesses and other factors set forth elsewhere herein and in the Company's Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including the report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2012.
|Financial Highlights
|(Dollars and share counts in thousands)
| Quarter Ended
Fiscal December
|% Change
|$ 190,437
|$ 176,733
|Cost of sales, including distribution and occupancy costs
|Gross profit
|Operating, selling, general and administrative expenses
|Operating income
|Interest expense, net
|Other income, net
|Income before provision for income taxes
|Provision for income taxes
|Net income
|$ 11,255
|$ 13,552
|Diluted earnings per share:
|$ .35
|$ .42
|Weighted average number of diluted shares outstanding
|Number of stores open (at end of quarter)
|Financial Highlights
|(Dollars and share counts in thousands)
| Nine Months Ended
Fiscal December
|% Change
|$ 536,088
|$ 514,807
|Cost of sales, including distribution and occupancy costs
|Gross profit
|Operating, selling, general and administrative expenses
|Operating income
|Interest expense, net
|Other income, net
|Income before provision for income taxes
|Provision for income taxes
|Net income
|$ 34,440
|$ 44,110
|Diluted earnings per share
|$ 1.07
|$ 1.37
|Weighted average number of diluted shares outstanding
|Financial Highlights
|(Dollars in thousands)
|December 29,
|March 31,
|Current Assets
|$ 7,562
|$ 3,257
|Other current assets
|Total current assets
|Property, plant and equipment, net
|Other non-current assets
|Total assets
|$ 669,864
|$ 510,092
|Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
|Current liabilities
|$ 122,591
|$ 109,794
|Obligations under capital leases
|Other Long-term debt
|Other long-term liabilities
|Total liabilities
|Total shareholders' equity
|Total liabilities and shareholders' equity
|$ 669,864
|$ 510,092
CONTACT: John Van Heel Chief Executive Officer (585) 647-6400 Robert Gross Executive Chairman (585) 647-6400 Catherine D'Amico Executive Vice President - Finance Chief Financial Officer (585) 647-6400 Investors: Jennifer Milan Media: Kelly Whitten FTI Consulting (212) 850-5600Source:Monro Muffler Brake, Inc.


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What is your worst fear? Something that makes you so afraid that you don't know where to put yourself.
For me it is to combine climax and torture in an absurd way of death. Total pain to body and soul. ''Deaths atmosphere'' and physical pain along with it in extreme ways. The psychological activities in the mind that goes in chaos.You feel every seconds of it like hours until you die very slowly and painfully til there is nothing left in your material or spiritual being.
So what is your worst fear?
The King Of Chinese Dragons
I fear the future in a lot of ways.
1. Having to face my grandma's death.
She is really important to me and she was the only one that really treated me kindly. My mom is kind too but she suffers with depression so she yelled at me a lot when i was a kid. She gave me a place to stay when I couldn't take my family anymore. I don't look forward to the time when she leaves this world and won't be there for me anymore.
2. My career.
I'm scared I am going to mess up on my journey to get a good job and salary. What if I end up doing something I don't enjoy? What if I drop out of school? What if I lose my job and become homeless? I'm scared that my future is going to go downhill.
3. Love life
I don't want to die alone.
4. Relationships
making bad friends, no friends, unreliable friends, etc. and losing touch with my family.
Yes, I do take these questions seriously. It's not like I talk about stuff like this all the time.
tl;dr I fear the future because it's gonna suck.
Currently watching: (various)
I fear the toilet coming alive to eat me alive if I sit on it... Just like in my nightmares..
I waste the rest of my time in WT chat..or sleeping. --Been away
Waking up at forty with a bitter realisation that I wasted my life at a job I hate because I was forced to decide on a career in my teens.
Being eaten by spiders or any type of insects. Mostly spiders. I'm too young to die. By spiders. I'm getting shivers just talking about it.
I fear being assassinated in a public restroom. It's an unsanitary place to die.
Realistically the prospects of failure as the result of an endeavour is my greatest fear. Very much so that is has thwarted me in many presented opportunities to distinguish myself and consequently has limited my choices of potentialialities.
Shall be absent from CR for undisclosed and indefinite period of time.
I'm in the middle of building an engine for my car (currently tearing down the engine I'm going to rebuild)
Please don't go boom....
So many shows/manga so little time...
I suppose I fear that I will continue being a constant failure because of the hopelessness that destroys all the motivation I ever manage to get.
i guess it would be health problems and docters.
Cupcakelove260 wrote:
I fear the toilet coming alive to eat me alive if I sit on it... Just like in my nightmares..
That made me remember. I watched Prometheus and was afraid of something like that behind from that movie. Jesus that is creepy. Not going into the details. For those who have seen the movie can guess what I am talking about...
The King Of Chinese Dragons
I would name two right now:
1. Death
2. Failing life (Not becoming what I want)
Hyperthrough wrote:
I would name two right now:
1. Death
2. Failing life (Not becoming what I want)
Maybe you find the answers on the way. Answers are made along the way. For me it is not about answers but to live in the moment and enjoy it. I might find some solutions and answers but there will always be something to catch your mind. That is why I try to live in the moment. It is hard for everyone. Would be much better if you could just look at the sky and feel the nice breeze of the wind.
The King Of Chinese Dragons
Heights and being forgotten
Heights... well falling off heights
Ughh anyone else ever had that random dream where you just keep falling?
back online! add me and chat!
Small spiders. Dont care about big spiders but the small spiders creep me out


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FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. -- Max Reber's one-yard touchdown run completed an improbable comeback and lifted the Methodist football team to a 24-21 win over No. 22 Christopher Newport on Saturday afternoon at Monarch Stadium.
The Monarchs (3-2, 1-1 USA South) needed to rally to post their first win over a ranked team since 2001, when they defeated Salisbury, 28-27. CNU's (3-1, 0-1 USA South) vaunted defense had given the Captains a 21-17 lead early in the fourth quarter when Cameron Barlow stepped in front of a Reber pass on the visitor's sideline and raced 26 yards, untouched, for a touchdown to give CNU a four-point lead.
On the Monarchs' ensuing possession, Vaughn Cross was stripped from behind by Tyrell Eaton after picking up 21 yards on second down, handing the ball back to CNU at its own 36 with 10:59 left to play. The Monarchs' defense responded with a takeaway of its own when Tyler Mitchell picked off Lyndon Garner at the MU 13-yard line. An illegal block penalty negated a 19-yard return and MU took over at its own 22 with 9:06 to play.
The Captains forced a three-and-out and after getting the ball back, MU's defense responded in kind, taking over at its own 20 yard line following a touchback on Mason Studer's punt. The Monarchs quickly moved the ball to the Captains 33 yard line and faced 2nd-and-3 before a pair of sacks sandwiched around an incomplete pass gave the ball back to CNU on downs with 3:34 to play. Looking to run out the clock, Christopher Newport was limited to eight yards and after using all three timeouts, the Monarchs forced a punt and got the ball back on their own 28 yard line with 3:04 to play and no timeouts remaining.
Following three consecutive incompletions, Reber found Anthony Radke open over the middle for a gain of 69 yards down to the CNU three yard line with under two minutes to play. Two plays later Reber plunged into the endzone with the go-ahead score, and Cody Ausherman's PAT made it 24-21 with 1:41 on the clock.
Christopher Newport put itself in position to possibly tie the game with a long field goal following a 50-yard kickoff return by Storm Parker that gave CNU the ball at midfield with 1:23 to play and two timeouts. After picking up one first down, the Captains ended up moving backwards on an intentional grounding penalty, an eight-yard sack by Navahri Holden and James Atkinson and on third down, after attempting a series of laterals CNU was assessed an illegal forward pass penalty that set up 4th-and-32 from its own 32. Mitchell then intercepted Garner's Hail Mary pass to seal the game.
The back-and-forth second half was preceded by a sluggish first half that saw Christopher Newport take a 7-3 lead into the break. The Captains scored at the 10:54 mark of the first quarter on Marcus Morrast's one-yard run, and Ausherman converted on a 23-yard field goal midway through the second period.
Methodist's defense kept CNU off the board on several occasions. After the Captains advanced to the four-yard line, Mike Jones scooped up a Parker fumble in the first quarter. Michael Johnson intercepted Morrast at the MU 27 in the second quarter and Studer pushed a 33-yard field goal wide right with 10 seconds left in the first half that would have given CNU a 10-3 lead at the break.
Morrast hooked up with Rudy Rudolph for a 43-yard touchdown pass early in the second half to put CNU up 14-3 before Reber threw touchdown passes of 12 and 37 yards to Patrick Jacobs and Cross, respectively, to push MU out to a 17-14 lead with 3:27 left in the third quarter.
Methodist outgained CNU, 453-337, and the 24 points scored by the Monarchs were more than CNU had allowed all season coming into the game. The Monarchs defense, in addition to forcing four turnovers, also limited CNU to just 122 yards on the ground, well below its 168.3 yard average coming in.
Reber finished 26-of-41 through the air for 352 yards and two touchdowns with one interception. Cross had nine receptions for 150 yards, and Jacobs had nine grabs for 67 yards and each scored once. John Papillion led the MU ground attack with 34 yards on seven carries, while Reber contributed 29 yards on 14 carries with the game-clinching score.
Defensively, Holden led Methodist with 15 tackles, including 5.5 for loss (-13 yards) and a half-sack. Marlon Thomas had eight tackles, and D.J. Payne and LeTovis Davis chipped in seven stops apiece.
Christopher Newport was led by Morrast who completed 13-of-22 passes for 213 yards and a touchdown with one interception before exiting the game due to injury. Garner was 4-of-7 for two yards and was picked off twice. Richard Roethel had 127 yards receiving on five catches, and Rudolph hauled in four passes for 70 yards with a score. Paul Dukes was limited to 70 yards rushing on 19 carries (3.7 ypc), and Morrast carried 12 times for 40 yards.
Mic Edwards led CNU's defense with 11 tackles, and Evan Moog added eight stops. Derrick Adams and Drew Davidson each had a sack, and Barlow added three tackles to his interception that was returned for a touchdown.
The Monarchs are back in action next Saturday when they travel to Averett for a 1:00 pm matchup.
Methodist Topples No. 22 CNU, 24-21
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FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. -- Max Reber's one-yard touchdown run completed an improbable comeback and lifted the Methodist football team to a 24-21 win over No. 22 Christopher Newport on Saturday afternoon at Monarch Stadium.