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JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colo. — Widespread flood recovery efforts continued Sunday in Colorado as hundreds of residents remained unaccounted for and the death toll — as well as the number of missing — continued to rise.
Officials said there were at least 700 Coloradans still missing in Boulder and Larimer counties after the disaster, which has washed out bridges and roads and isolated several central Colorado communities.
Gov. John Hickenlooper, appearing on CNN on Sunday morning, expressed hope that many of the missing are simply out of reach of communications, and have "already gotten out or [are] staying with friends."
"But," he added, "we're still bracing. I mean, there are many, many homes that have been destroyed."
The tentative death toll from the flooding rose to six as Larimer County law enforcement officials said an 80-year-old woman had probably been killed.
John Schulz, the public information officer for Larimer County, said in an interview that the woman was injured and not able to get out of her house as floodwaters began engulfing it. When neighbors returned to get her out, the house was gone. The woman is missing and presumed dead.
It's common in disasters to have large numbers of missing people who have simply been displaced and briefly cut off from contact, but the numbers usually peak early and then decline as people are located. In Colorado's slow-motion disaster, however, the number of missing has continued to rise.
As of Sunday morning there are 234 people unaccounted for in Boulder County, up from 218 on Saturday, said Liz Donaghey of the Boulder Office of Emergency Management.
Larimer County authorities told The Times on Sunday that 482 people were unaccounted for, up from 350 on Saturday.
Donaghey stressed that not everyone on the list is missing. She said she is hoping the number will become firmer later Sunday as authorities try to remove duplications of names.
Donaghey said it has been difficult to get accurate numbers of the missing because communications have been spotty or nonexistent in some of the hardest-hit areas.
Phone service is now being restored to some areas so authorities are hopeful they can reach more people.
Schulz, of Larimer County, attributed the growth in the numbers of missing to growing concern from relatives and friends. People assume they will hear from loved ones but become increasingly frantic when days pass and they still have not heard from them, he said.
The National Guard has rescued 1,700 people from isolated areas. But heavy rains have sometimes grounded helicopters, which have been key to reaching people where roads are impassable.
Still, Larimer County Sheriff Justin Smith, briefing reporters Sunday on recovery efforts by National Guard troops, utility workers and local emergency officials, said things were starting to look up.
"I can tell you, while I felt hopeless on Friday, I felt a lot of hope, a lot of energy yesterday," Smith said.
He became emotional as he described how he thought the communities would come back from the disaster "inch by inch, mile, by mile, community by community."
"They're doing it," Smith said, his voice breaking. "People are getting those things done out there."
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Need for Speed Most Wanted 2012 - Need for Speed Most Wanted 2012 is a great game; I will not return it any time soon. However I have found multiple mistakes that should be fixed so the next game will not have the same problems.
One of the six major mistakes that I have found is that the music for the game was poorly chosen. Need for Speed Most Wanted uses weird retro music not suitable for a game where you race and run from police officers. This game should play music that is intense like rap, rock, and hip-hop. I have actually had to make a playlist for the game, and most people prefer not to make a playlist.
Another thing that frustrated me so much is that I can go two hundred miles an hour and split a police car in half, but I crash when I hit a civilian car going fifty miles an hour. This really bothers a player when he or she is trying to evade the police, or trying to get first place in a difficult race. I know this from many personal experiences.
Most gamers want games to be as authentic as possible, this makes the game more enjoyable. For example, the player's headlights (when they are on) actually illuminate objects; while the AI headlights are on and they do not illuminate a thing. To explain it further, if I were walking through the slums in Venezuela and saw a rickety, little hut and in the garage I saw a Lamborghini; the hut makes the Lamborghini look ugly, and you cannot stop looking at the car because is stands out so much.
The crash and take down cameras are annoying, when I am racing or evading the police, and I crash into someone or get taken down I do not want to watch how my Bugatti slams into the railing. I want to star over, and keep racing. The crash and take down cameras should cut down two seconds, (unless the player is online) because I understand you still have to show the player he or she crashed when it happens. The AI crash delay can stay the same, because they are programmed to lose.
The AI needs to be smarter, for example when I hear a police officer say he or she is going to try to use the pit maneuver the police officer should be speeding up to actually attempt to do it. The civilian AI can stay stupid it is funny watching what they do when they crash.
The fact that the story mode was taken away for this game actually hurt me. Not only that, there was no currency in the game, taking away the players will to beat the game; due to the fact that the player is given cars and the only way he or she would lose a race is if they crashed.
I do have some suggestions for the next Need for Speed game. The game was hard not to beat so please make the game a little harder. It would be cool if I could buy armor to make the smallest car take on a SUV and win. It would be great if while the you are in free drive and you witness another street race and you can decide to join in, (it's a street race anything goes, and you aren't the only street racer out there). It would be even cooler if you spot an AI rival and catch up with him or her and challenge them to a race.


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We all have read a lot about chocolate lately in the food blogging world. So without further delay I am presenting the array of chocolicious goodies for JFI-Chocolate. You can read more about JFI here.
Chocolate Drive by Indira of Mahanandi
Chocolate Coconut Burfi by Indira of Mahanandi
Sweet Chocolatey Morsels by TC of The Cooker
Chocolate kesari by Selvi of Samaithupaarkalam
Hot Chocolate by Nupur of Onehotstove
Fruit and Nut Chocolate by Valli of Valliskitchen
Chocolate Truffles by Arundati of Escapades
Chocolate Pinwheels by Arundati of Escapades
Mocha Chocolate Pots by Bee & Jai of Jugalbandi
Individual Chocolate Cakes by Suganya of TastyPalettes
Chocolate Sformato with Amaretto Whip by Siri of Siri's Corner
Marbled Cream Cheese Brownie Sheer by Mansi of Fun and Food
Home Made Chocolates by Aparna of My Diverse Kitchen
Dry Fruit Truffles by Aparna of My Diverse Kitchen
Brownie Cookies by Asha of AromaHope
White Chocolate - Cranberry Fudge by me
Chocolate Roll by Chithra of Kudampuli
Mexican Hot Chocolate by Bharathy of Spicychilly
Chocolate Cinnamon Cakes By Bindiya of In Love With Food
Chocolatey Cinnamony Nut Crunchers by Rachel of Tangerine's Kitchen
Walnut Strudel by Dhivya of Culinary Bazaar
Moist Chocolate Cake by Carnation of Red Carnation
Chocolate Soup with Cinnamon Coated Apples by Happy Cook of My Kitchen Treasures
Chocolate and Sesame Thins by Sunita of Sunita's World
Molten Chocolate Cake by Me
Yummy Chocolates by Renuka of Fusion (does not have a picture)
Peruvian Drinking Chocolate by Gretchen of Canelay & Comino
Chocolate Eclairs by Sukanya of Sukanya's Musings
Chocolate Orange Marble Cake by Raaga of Chef At Work
Choco Berries by Meera of Enjoy Indian Food
Chocolate Bread Pudding by Namratha of Finger Licking Food
Chocoalate Pudding by our very special youngest chef Gudiya (3.5yrs old)
She is the daughter of Meera of Enjoy Indian Food
Chocolate Orangey Muffins by Rajitha of Hunger Pangs
Chocolate Walnut Tart by Archana of Archana's Kitchen
Roasted Pears and Chocolate Cake with Strawberry Sauce by Maya of Konkan World
Choco Makhana by Nidhi of Charche Chauke Ke
Chocolate Balsamic Truffles by TBC of The Budding Cook
Chocolate-Peanut Butter Samosas by Paru of Brindavan
Chocolate Cups by Priya of 365 Days of Pure Vegetarian
Almond Chocolate by Kajal of KajalDreams
Pomegranate Chocolate Pots by Kaykat of Cooking from A to Z
Molten Chocolate Baby Cakes by Priyadarshini of Food and Laughter
Panettone Triffle by Madhavi of Madhu's Vantalu
Easy No Bake Chocolate Caramel Krinkles by Linda of Out of the Garden
Chocolate Lava Cake by Mandira of Ahaar
Healthy Chocolate Cake by Nirmala of Passionate Trials
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|System: X360, PS3, Wii
|Review Rating Legend
|Dev: EA Canada
|1.0 - 1.9 = Avoid
|4.0 - 4.4 = Great
|Pub: EA Sports
|2.0 - 2.4 = Poor
|4.5 - 4.9 = Must Buy
|Release: Sept. 5, 2008
|2.5 - 2.9 = Average
|5.0 = The Best
|Players: 1-2
|3.0 - 3.4 = Fair
|ESRB Rating: Teen
|3.5 - 3.9 = Good
by Jonathan Marx
May 7, 2008 - At the very end of summer 2008, EA's going to release an arcade-style, over-the-top boxing game that's full of interesting characters and bone-crunching combinations. FaceBreaker is being developed by EA Canada for all three of the current generation consoles. The team at EA Canada is comprised of the same key members of the now defunct EA Chicago that brought us Fight Night: Round 3. This time around the developers have left boxing simulation by the wayside in favor of an animated look and feel that's reminiscent of the Punch-Out! and Ready 2 Rumble series. Moreover, FaceBreaker promises a larger group of characters, HD polish, and a slew of online features to enhance the casual formula.
FaceBreaker was originally slated to be called Fight Night Big, but the working title was soon scrapped for one that was far more descriptive. The developers also wanted a title that would serve to distinguish the new game from the former series of simulation boxers.
One thing the development team didn't do away with is its expertise in incorporating real-time face deformation and quality collision animations. FaceBreaker pits goofy characters, drawn in a Team Fortress-like way, against each other in brutal battles. As such, throwing blistering combos will pack a serious wallop as your opponent's face will comically deform around the sting of your unforgiving glove. This feature was hyped up by the media in the months before the "next-gen" release of Fight Night: Round 3, but it never seemed to fully capture the imagination of fans of the series. The team at EA Canada feels that incorporating such comical jaw-crushing visuals into this arcade boxer will be far more appropriate and extremely satisfying.
Along those lines, combat in FaceBreaker will be stylized not simulated. Depending on which one of the many characters you choose, specific signature moves and fighting styles will be employed. In other words, players won't have to worry about fancy footwork or setting up the hook with the jab, rather they will engage in heated contests that place a premium on punishing and stylized punch combinations that often don't end even when the opponent has already hit the canvas. If you're expecting FaceBreaker to satisfy your tactical boxing sense, guess again! Combat will be much more whimsical and party oriented.
Because of this "unrealistic" approach, FaceBreaker has already caught its fair share of flak. Adoring fans of the Fight Night series applauded the simulation feel and hard-earned victories of the former fighting series and have, perhaps prematurely, turned their backs on the cartoon-like boxer. No one can deny the success and fun gamers have had with other titles in the arcade boxer genre and EA Canada is succeeding in improving upon the tired conventions of past games. For example, there will be loads of characters each with their own backgrounds and storylines. There is no confirmation on just how many characters will make the final cut, but it will probably be close to eighteen total. Furthermore, it is rumored that character customization, including fighting style, will be included and thus allow players to develop their own badass.
Some of the characters that have been fleshed out include Molotov, a Russian demolitions expert; Romeo, the Latin lover; Voodoo, the obese part-time pirate and witch doctor; Spin, the British DJ; Tokushu, the sweet little angel who knows how to use her fists; and Steve, the self-taught kung-fu boxer who still lives with his mom. This list of characters sounds pretty cliché, but the developers promise that players are bound to have a love 'em or hate 'em relationship with various members of the cast. In either case, they'll all be challenging and should polarize gamers into either wanting to select them or give them a serious beat down. In an interview posted with the art director, Greg Juby, he made it clear that the development team sought to make characters that gamers would find attractive, cool, and interesting. "When I invest in a game character, I want someone who makes me feel cooler, funnier, tougher, or prettier than I am ( which sets the bar pretty low for me.) So we came up with the Action Figure Litmus Test. We constantly asked ourselves, "Would this character make a cool action figure?" Hopefully, this will allay the fears of overly formulaic character designs many forum posters have had.
Unquestionably, the visuals are going to be phenomenally crisp. The HD polish should go a long way to winning over fans, and the character animation style is very interesting indeed. Finally, the online component should breed a community of quality human fighters that will raise the challenge bar far beyond that of Bald Bull or Afro Thunder ever could. Hopefully, gamers will be willing to leave memories of the Fight Night series behind and accept FaceBreaker for what it is. EA Canada seems to be lavishing a good deal of attention upon the title and is very excited about the outrageous gameplay. I for one have been craving a goofy boxer to share with friends, but I also wouldn't mind seeing FNR4 in the near future. We'll be sure to bring you developments as they come to us via press releases, hands-on time, and the full review that will precede the September release assuming there are no delays.
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My little boy turned two yesterday! Can't believe it! To celebrate, we had immediate family around for a lunch of balled food. Seriously. I was debating whether or not to do a theme and to be honest, I'm really not sure if I ended up with one! I thought I'd do balls (or round things) because he pretty much is attached to a ball most of the day - kicking, bowling, batting. He's obsessed. So I thought I'd make Martha's pom poms, blow up some balloons, and make a Happy Birthday banner with sewn-together round paper discs. I bought and made all round food (or as close to round as possible), decorated his number 2 cake with round icing balls, smarties and mini M&Ms and was going to collect all 214 balls from underneath the deck for all the boys to play with but completely forgot about it. But no matter, some of Zak's gifts included a soccer ball and goal posts, a golf set, a plastic pool/sand shell with 50 plastic balls and a backpack filled with sports equipment including a football, soccer ball, velcro ball and tennis ball. So safe to say, there were enough balls to play with. And play they did! Steve and his sports-mad family put the soccer posts and ball to good use (despite its mini status) while Zak ran happily amongst them playing his own game of soccer with another ball.
Before the table was set (or rather, crammed with food). It was help yourself to balled food: mini meatballs, chicken vol au vants, dim sims, mini pizzas and pies, potato balls etc!
So the place looks like a paper bomb hit it, but here's a little look at how it did look. Before anyone got there! Here's what I did (yet again, not the best pics - it was a rather overcast day and quite dark inside. But still, I don't know why my stupid camera takes such grainy pictures...).
Our new purple stone wall. Needs yet another coat but getting there! Pom poms were over the table; balloons hanging from the fan over the living room. I chose a blue, purple and green theme. Love those colours together.
Cutlery, napkins and favours dressed up in pretty colours and patterned paper.
My happy birthday banner. I collected a range of scrapbooking papers in shades of blue, purple and green and spray painted them onto sheets of cardboard then cut out the circles, stitched them together and stuck on individual wooden letters. I'm very impressed with myself! Ha!
I originally ordered the birch cutlery but they wouldn't have got the forks in on time so I went for bamboo cutlery, plates and bowls. Plastic cups got the special treatment - wrapped up with paper.
My favours were little organza bags filled with pencils, colouring in sheets and a little book. I also attempted the Rebecca Thuss favour bags for lolly bags. I had grand plans to make EVERYONE one. But after the first, second, third attempt and a hissy fit over my sewing machine's inability to sew properly, I ended up handstitching the last two and was grateful only four children were coming. And I've just realised I hadn't even filled them when this picture was taken! They looked a little better filled out. But I do love how they look. If you have the time and energy, they're perfect for weddings and baby showers.


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In a surprising move, Mike Bohn is out as the athletic director at the University of Colorado after eight years. Colorado administrators forced Bohn out, said a source with knowledge of the situation.
The Denver Post obtained an email Bohn sent to athletic department staff Tuesday afternoon which clearly indicated he was stunned by the news.
"This is a very disappointing, troubling and shocking development as we have made so much progress together over the past 8 years," Bohn wrote in the email. "Regrettably, I am resigning as Athletic Director effective immediately. I believe it is best given the current circumstances. They want to go in a different direction and that is their prerogative."
Colorado appointed former women's basketball coach Ceal Barry as interim athletic director until a replacement is found.
Bohn indicated in the email he was not ousted for violating any provisions of his contract.
"I want to ensure you know...I have not engaged in any impropriety, NCAA rule violations, university policy violation or any immoral, dishonest, or other sort of misconduct."
CU's official stance is that Bohn resigned.
"I can tell you Mike has resigned as athletic director and that Chancellor (Phil) DiStefano has accepted his resignation," school spokesman Branson Hilliard said in a phone interview.
Bohn's resignation is effective June 3, the school said.
In a news release issued by the school, DiStefano said: "Mike Bohn led CU-Boulder athletics in a time of great transition and change. We are grateful to him for his vision, passion and commitment, and for his key role in revitalizing men's and women's basketball, helping us to join the Pac-12 Conference, and in taking important steps to upgrade athletic facilities at CU-Boulder. We wish him well."
In a statement from CU president Bruce Benson, he said: "I support Chancellor Phil DiStefano's decision to accept Mike Bohn's resignation and seek new leadership for athletics at CU-Boulder. I appreciate Mike's commitment to CU-Boulder over the past eight years. The athletics department is positioned to take steps to move the program to the next level, and I am confident we will find a leader who will be a key part of the team that will get us there."
DiStefano said the search committee to replace Bohn will be looking for a "talented leader who can build on Mike's vision and make it a reality."
CU's new athletic director will be asked to supervise a huge fundraising campaign. In February, the university announced a $50 million facilities fundraising campaign as the anchor of a $170 million multiyear upgrade of CU athletics facilities at Folsom Field and the Dal Ward Center, as well as the development of an indoor practice facility.
Bohn, who grew up in Boulder and graduated from Boulder High in 1979, was named the CU athletic director in April 2005 after working as AD at San Diego State for 18 months.
In August 2011, Bohn received a five-year extension from the Board of Regents and the Chancellor that secured him into 2017.
In addition to moving Colorado from the Big 12 to the Pac-12 in June 2010, Bohn has overseen the hiring of 11 head coaches: Mike MacIntyre, Jon Embree and Dan Hawkins (football); Tad Boyle and Jeff Bzdelik (men's basketball); Linda Lappe and Kathy McConnell-Miller (women's basketball); Roy Edwards (men's golf); Liz Kritza (volleyball); Danny Sanchez (women's soccer); and Ann Elliott (women's lacrosse).
Before San Diego State, Bohn was athletic director at Idaho for five years (1999-2003). During his career, Bohn has worked on the athletic department staffs at the Air Force Academy (1984-92) as well as Colorado State (1996-98). He also worked for the College Football Association.
Bohn left Boulder out of high school and played baseball at the University of Kansas, graduating in 1983.
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Carrie Underwood Rejects Comparisons to Taylor Swift
Even though Carrie Underwood is a few years Taylor Swift's senior, that hasn't stopped music critics from lumping the two popular blonde singers into the same mold. Both Underwood and Swift have major crossover power, but that doesn't mean that they are cut from the same cloth. In fact, Underwood recently told BANG Showbiz that she hates being compared to her 22-year-old fellow country/pop star.
"I feel like we're definitely completely different artists; that is something that's so cool about country music because everyone has there own thing," Underwood, 29, says (according to Entertainmentwise.com).
And she's right: Although both ladies appeal to a wide range of music lovers, the comparison between their music stops there. Underwood's latest hits, 'Good Girl' and 'Blown Away,' sound decidedly more like pop music than country twang, but she hasn't delved into other genres quite like Swift has. The 'Ours' hitmaker has worked on songs with both Justin Bieber and rapper B.o.B, and her songs can frequently be found at the top of country and pop charts.
"I'm a little bit older than she is and I feel like our music's completely different and if anyone tries to make any comparisons they really haven't listened to either one of us," Underwood added of Swift.
The 'Before He Cheats' hitmaker also pointed out that their voices sound much different. Underwood, who took home the crown on 'American Idol' a few years ago, is known for her powerhouse vocals. On the other hand, Swift's voice has a softer, sweeter quality.
"Our songs are definitely different," Underwood adds. "She sings a little bit lighter sometimes and it's just a difference in our brand of country."
Of course, the Oklahoma native doesn't deny that she and Swift both appeal to fans outside of country music — but she doesn't think that's a bad thing.
"For me it's more exciting than anything if somebody likes me and start listening to country music over other all those other artists," she said. "People want so much 'real country music', but for me it's cool that we can bring more people into country music by being different."


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J.J. Abrams is one of the hardest working men in show business. Abrams, currently involved with the wrapping up of Lost along with producing the hit show Fringe, his new pilot Undercovers, the upcoming Mission: Impossible IV,and Star Trek 2 sequel, has added another project to the pile. The announcement follows a week of Internet buzz leading up to the release of the film's 90-second teaser trailer, which debuted during midnight screenings of Iron Man 2. Abrams wrote and will direct the film, which he is also producing with Spielberg.
It has been reported that Abrams has finished the script for "Super 8", which is said to be, "a tip of the hat to [Spielberg's] movies of the seventies and early eighties". Abrams is expected to helm the new film himself, with production to take place as early as this fall for Paramount.
Details on the story of the film weren't available, however it is rumored that the film will deal with ordinary people put in extraordinary--or otherworldly-- circumstances, in the vein of such early Spielberg classics such as Jaws, Close Encounters of the Third Kind and E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. The idea was reportedly born out of conversations between Abrams and Spielberg about their respective experiences of toying around with Super 8 cameras when they were younger. The Hollywood Reporter suggests the film will feature a group of kids who catch something sinister on film while playing with their own camera.
The web site Vulture stated that Abrams was "insistent" that Spielberg be involved in the project. "J.J. wants to make sure Steven is properly paid homage to," said the site's source. "This is really an interpretation of some of Spielberg's earlier films, but done in a personal way."
Next up for Steven Spielberg is Future Earth. Variety is reporting that Discovery Channel and Spielberg are teaming up for the animated miniseries. DreamWorks Animation is behind this project that will look at what life on the planet Earth will be like in 25, 50 and 100 years. Spielberg will also be helming the film adaptation of War Horse, and will release "The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn" next year.


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Traders continued bidding stocks higher on Thursday as concerns about the end of the Federal Reserve's easing program faded further.
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As of 1:33 p.m. ET, the Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 139 points, or 0.93%, to 15050, the S&P 500 gained 14.2 points, or 0.89%, to 1618 and the Nasdaq Composite advanced 32.7 points, or 0.97%, to 3409.
The Dow has tacked on some 250 points in the last two trading days as jitters have faded, at least to some extent, about the Federal Reserve's exit strategy from its massive bond-buying program. That has helped the blue-chip average firm up its year-to-date gains to north of 13%.
The focus was expected to remain on the American economy on the day, with several important economic reports slated for release.
The Labor Department reported weekly jobless claims fell to 346,000 from an upwardly revised 355,00 the week prior. Claims were expected to fall to 345,000 from an initially reported 354,000.
The Commerce Department said consumer spending rose 0.3% in May from April, matching economists' estimates. Personal income climbed 0.5%, more than the 0.2% Wall Street expected.
Meanwhile, the National Association of Realtors said signed contracts to buy previously owned homes jumped 6.7% in May, far higher than the 1% increase expected. The increase brought pending home sales to the highest since December of 2006. The gauge was up 12.1% from the same month in the year prior.
On the corporate front, ConAgra Foods (NYSE:CAG) posted fiscal fourth-quarter profits that narrowly beat analysts' estimates, but sales that were slightly shy. Dish Network (NASDAQ:DISH) left the bidding war over Clearwire (NASDAQ:CLWR).
Commodity markets were calm. The benchmark U.S. oil contract advanced 31 cents, or 0.3%, to $95.79 a barrel. Wholesale New York Harbor gasoline was flat at $2.73 a gallon. Gold gained $2.70, or 0.24%, to $1,233 a troy ounce.
Foreign Markets
The Euro Stoxx 50 fell 0.26% to 2596, the English FTSE 100 rose 0.17% to 6176 and the German DAX dipped 0.05% to 7937.
In Asia, the Japanese Nikkei 225 surged 3% to 13214 and the Chinese Hang Seng edged up 0.5% to 20440.


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Five Laptops Stolen from Bits N Bytes in Sioux Falls
A Sioux Falls computer business is out five laptops after a break-in Thursday night.
Police spokesman Sam Clemens says a burglar broke into "Bits N Bytes," in the 1000 block of North Minnesota Avenue, shortly after 9:45pm.
He says the burglary was reported by an officer who saw a window in the front door that had been broken out with a rock.
Clemens says the burglar was in the store for only a short time, but got away with five laptops, valued at $2,300.


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11th Annual Party to Benefit the Logan Square Neighborhood Assn.
Friday, April 26th 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Come party. All proceeds will benefit Logan Square Neighborhood Association's groundbreaking work. Connect with LSNA leaders, enjoy delicious homemade food, local brews, and Araceli's famous margaritas at the longest standing Latinx cultural center in Chicago, honoring the legacy of Puerto Rican abolitionist Segundo Ruiz Belvis. And don't miss your chance to win dozens of unique prizes, the best ones auctioned off live by the hilarious duo of Sara Mather and Raul Islas. We'll close out the night with a dance party and great tunes!
Home Buying Seminar
Saturday, April 27th 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Think you can't afford a home? Think again! Join the Kambs Jennings Group of Compass Mortgage for a free presentation on everything you need to know about purchasing your first home.
"Paws For Celebration" Fundraiser for Harmony House For Cats
Saturday, April 27th 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Share an elegant evening under the stars at the Ridgemoor Country Club. Guests will enjoy the gorgeous interior of this exclusive and historic venue, a stunning view of the golf course from our banquet room. Business casual attire is recommended.
Complimentary wine offered until 6 pm, cash Bar (no credit cards) 5-10 pm, Silent Auction, Cat's Meow Raffle, Culinary Stations including pasta creations cooked to order by the chefs of Ridgemoor Country Club. Vegetarian and Vegan options will be highlighted at all Culinary Stations.
The Auction will feature original works by local artists, electronics, gift certificates for fine dining, theater and sporting events, stunning gift baskets, jewelry, pet-themed collectibles, and gifts for the pampered cat or dog in your life. Cash, personal checks, and credit cards are accepted as payment for your auction items. Winning bidders must be present for Auction checkout at 8 pm to pay for their items.
Harmony House For Cats is a 501(c)3 organization.
"Rise & Wine Yoga & Natural Wine Flight" at Your Happy Place
Sunday, April 28th 11:00 am – 01:00 pm
Start your weekend off with a mini-retreat on your mat. Enjoy an invigorating vinyasa flow by Chelsea Renee followed by a guided wine tasting of natural wines. Not really sure what natural or orange wines are? This is the perfect opportunity for a natural wine crash course while you taste!
Please, BYOMat & water
EZ Renovation Loans
Thursday, May 2nd 8:00 am - 9:00 am
Realtors: Do you have a tired listing? Is the kitchen or bathroom outdated? Buyers: Are you not finding your 'dream' kitchen? The Kambs Jennings Group of Compass Mortgage is here to help with financing that allows homebuyers to include up to $60,000 in home improvement dollars into their loan - all with a streamlined process. Join them for this breakfast & learn to find out how.
Smart Love Hosts Free Baby & Parent Play Time
Friday, May 17th 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Join the fun and meet other parents in our specially designed infant and crawlers classes! Enjoy engaging activities and see your baby's development unfold. Meet our highly trained and caring teachers and experience the world through your baby's eyes with Smart Love.
Space is limited – please RSVP to firstname.lastname@example.com
Ample street parking and limited parking in lot behind school, enter via alley off of Belden or Sawyer.
Rummage and Yard Sale to Benefit Harmony House For Cats
Saturday, May 18th & Sunday, May 19th 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND, THIS EXTREME SALE WILL NOW BE OPEN BOTH SATURDAY, MAY 18th and SUNDAY, MAY 19th from 9 am til 3 pm. Rain or shine! 100% of the proceeds benefit the kitties! Lots of treasures to find! GREAT PRICES!
Harmony House is a 501(c)3 organization
Smart Love Preschool Hosts Toddler Music & Movement Play Time
Friday, May 24th 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Join Smart Love Preschool as they offer a music & movement play time in their toddler classroom! Families are encouraged to explore all that Smart Love's toddler classroom has to offer and to enjoy time with their child and others.This play date is geared for children between the ages of 12 and 36 months and is an unstructured and casual event, so share the fun and bring your neighbors and friends!
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Ample street parking and limited parking in lot behind school, enter via alley off of Belden or Sawyer.
Important Announcement From Friends First Photo Studio
Starting today 4/11/19, any time you purchase albums or artwork from Friends First, 3323 W. Diversey, 5% of the proceeds will be donated to the Chicago Metropolitan Battered Women's Network.
Learn more about how Friends First is working to prevent domestic violence.
Attend the Chicago Metropolitan Battered Women's Network's 2019 annual benefit, Chicago Chefs Spring Into Action on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at Galleria Marchetti.
I will be photographing the event pro bono and would love to see you there!
Celebrate Earth Day at The Dill Pickle Food Co-op
Now through April 30th
Celebrate Earth Day with 15% off all bulk foods, coffees, teas, liquids, herbs and spices. Plus BYO container and SAVE 25¢ - Bring your own cup for smoothies, mug for coffee/tea, or carryout container for soups/salads/olives/hot bar items and save a quarter at the register for helping your co-op reduce packaging! For per pound items, remember to bring your container up to the register for a tare weight before filling up!
Volunteers With Computer Skills Needed
Want to help others in our community? Do you have computer and typing skills? Northside Latin Progress Charity is seeking a volunteer to assist near Kedzie and Cortland, choose your own hours afternoons or weekends 1 – 2 days per week. Please contact Ms. Moore, 312-343-0804 for more details and how to send a resume.
Shop Monarch Online
If you love shopping at Monarch Thrift, now you can shop any time! Their online shopping platform launched last week! Featuring specialty items and unique finds for those times when you can't make it into the store.
Monarch Thrift Shop is a 501c3 organization that applies commercial strategies to maximize improvements in human well-being; providing quality merchandise in a boutique environment where all proceeds benefit programs for vulnerable populations.
City Lit Books Logan Square's Independent Bookseller
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Book Clubs, special events, recommendations and most of all books!
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$100 Membership Gets You A Beer A Day For A Year At The Radler
The Radler
"You really only need to do it once or twice a month to really get the value on it throughout the course of the year," owner Adam Herbert said.
Look Up at the 606 and See What You Have Been Missing
Every day is a great day on The 606, but we hope you'll join us this season for a few special activities—some on the trail, some off, some large, some small—but all designed to connect you to the trail, the parks, and your neighbors.
To see access points and maps click here
To lean about the almost daily events taking place on or near the trail click here
Rosa's Blues Lounge
We are presently celebrating our 34th Anniversary, and we invite you to share in the festivities.
To see the calendar of shows click here
Champagne Dim Sum Brunch at Friendship Chinese Restaurant
Saturdays and Sundays, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Some gourmands believe that dim sum inspired the whole idea of "brunch" - the combining of breakfast and lunch into one perfect, mid-morning meal. Now you can enjoy dim sum in Logan Square all weekend. Friendship Restaurant is serving up a Champagne Dim Sum brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Paint & Sip at Pinot's Palette
Discover a new way to unwind with your friends. Reconnect over your favorite beverages while a local artist guides you through painting your own masterpiece.
For more information and to see the calendar click here
City Lit Books "Story Time"
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Join us every Saturday from 10:30 am to 11:30 am (you're welcome to pop in late!). We'll have sing-alongs and read-alongs!
UIC Business Workshop "Venture Finance"
Upcoming Event
Wednesday, November 8th, 2017 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Wednesday, November 8th 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Illinois SBDC at UIC invites you to Venture Finance, an in depth look at some of the many ways to find funding for your business and how to access them. Almost all funding options start with a well-developed plan of the amount of capital needed and we will provide insight into this process. Learn from our experienced experts how to prepare.
This will be parts 3 of a series of 4 workshops.
If you are thinking about opening a new business or want to get a start on a business plan, come learn from our experts.
There is no cost to register for the Venture series.
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Monthly Business Education Workshops
In the opinion of the Logan Square Chamber this is the most effective investment in time any small business or entrepreneur can make.
The Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection (BACP) offers workshops every Wednesday and Friday. Workshops will vary each month and are conducted by City Officials, experts and partner business organizations. All workshops are free, and open to the public. Workshops are held at BACP's offices located at 121 N. LaSalle St., City Hall Room 805, Chicago, IL 60602. Facebook facebook.com/ChicagoBACP?fref=nf
Business Start-Up Certificate Program
BACP is also offering a program designed to give business owners the essential elements in starting and growing a business.
* Attend nine workshops at BACP and earn a Business Start-Up Certificate.
For more information or to register for a workshop call 312-744-5344. Download Calendar PDF Here
Score Workshops Webinars and Seminars
Get the know-how you need with SCORE workshops
Learn from the experts with SCORE's small business training workshops. SCORE Chicago offers over 200 workshops and seminars annually at either nominal or no cost at multiple locations throughout Chicago.
"Save the Dates" for 2019 City Festivals/Events
Chicago Park District Program Sign-up
Forest Preserve's Schedule
Your favorite Chicago festivals & events are on the horizon. Save the dates for these and more.
January 1-December 31: Year of Chicago Theatre
January 4-December 15: Juicebox
January 6-December 15: Maxwell Street Market
January 9-December 18: Dame Myra Hess Concerts
May 11: Lincoln Park Zoo Food Truck Social
July 10-14: Taste of Chicago
Visit cityofchicago.org/dcase for more information and more special events in 2018! All dates are subject to change.
click here for the Official Chicago Visitor Guide
Employment Opportunities
Dill Pickle Food Co-op has 4 positions available click here for more information and an application
"Be the Change!" Become a Chicago Police Officer
CTA has various job openings to apply please visit transitchicago.com/careers
The Census Bureau's Chicago Regional Office is currently seeking Field Representatives in Cook County to interview respondents.
Bicycling Safe Routes Ambassadors
Connecting Youth to a Successful Future with a Summer Job in Chicago onesummerchicago.org
Humboldt Park among others are seeking seasonal instructors click here for more information
EMT Training Class for Women (Tuition Free)
An EMT is an Emergency Medical Technician. These are the first responders who's duty it is to assess, stabilize and transport patients in a medical emergency. To qualify you must be:
Employment Opportunities With the Chicago Housing Authority
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BRIGHT FUTURE: CPD & CFD Recruiting / Info Sessions
Those with sophomore students in high school considering careers of service in the Chicago Police or Fire Departments are encouraged to attend one of several recruitment and information sessions for the Class of 2017 coming up in the next few months.
AT&T is Now Hiring Sales Consultants
Bilingual Employees Needed at O'Hare
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago has job openings available. If you would like to see the job listings and want more information, please click here.
Scam and Fraud Alerts
Senior Citizens Alert!
From the Illinois Secretary of State
Corporate Scam Alert— A firm called Corporate Records Service is contacting Illinois businesses in an attempt to collect a $125 fee to fill out a corporation's "Annual Minutes Records Form." The Illinois Business Corporation Act does not require corporations to file a "Minutes Records Form" or pay such a fee with the state or any private entity. Please contact the Illinois Attorney General's Office Consumer Fraud Division at 800-243-0618 to file a complaint regarding this scam solicitation.
From the IRS
The Internal Revenue Service today issued an alert to payroll and human resources professionals to beware of an emerging phishing email scheme that purports to be from company executives and requests personal information on employees. The IRS has learned this scheme already has claimed several victims as payroll and human resources offices mistakenly email payroll data including Forms W-2 that contain Social Security numbers and other personally identifiable information to cybercriminals posing as company executives. If your CEO appears to be emailing you for a list of company employees, check it out before you respond. Everyone has a responsibility to remain diligent about confirming the identity of people requesting personal information about employees.
Read more from the IRS here
From the BACP
Know Before You Hire a Tax Preparer
Every tax season unsuspecting Chicagoans fall victim to tax preparation firms that use hidden charges and recommend unnecessary and expensive tax refund products like Refund Anticipation Loans (RALS) or Refund Anticipation Checks (RACS) to make a profit at the expense of citizens' deserved tax refunds. For more information click here
Always Be Alert
The Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection protects consumers from deception and fraud in the marketplace. We accept and investigate complaints submitted online or via 311. BACP promotes consumer awareness to help consumers protect themselves.
MasterCard Phone Scam Hits Northern Illinois
Many consumers in Northern Illinois are reporting that they are receiving automated messages stating that their MasterCard has been compromised. The consumer is instructed to call and verify their information in order to get a new card. The Better Business Bureau warns that if an automated system calls asking for credit card information it is probably a scam. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is offering tips on what consumers need to know to protect themselves. If you should receive one of these calls you should: Not return a call from a pre-recorded message. If speaking to a live "operator" ask for his/or her name, department and extension. Then hang up call the number on the back of your card and ask for that person. Never provide personal or financial information to someone you do not know. Feel free to just hang-up. Using the number on the back of your card or on your statement call the credit card company that issued your card if you have security questions or concerns.
FRAUD ALERT: Warning for Property Owners in Cook County
The Cook County Recorder of Deeds encourages all property owners to sign up for notification every time paperwork is filed regarding their property.
ComED Phone Payment Scams
ComEd warns of individuals calling ComEd customers and falsely claiming their service will be disconnected unless payment is made. ComED will never call you to ask you for cash or request that you purchase a prepaid credit card to make a payment on your bill. If you have concerns about the status of your account, please call ComEd Customer Service at 800-334-7661. Visit comed.com/scamalert to learn more.
IRS Warns About Continuing Scam Phone Calls
The IRS is continuing to warning to taxpayers not to be fooled by impostors posing as tax agency representatives. These callers may demand money or may say you have a refund due and try to trick you into sharing private information. These con artists can sound convincing when they call. They may know a lot about you, and they usually alter the caller ID to make it look like the IRS is calling. They use fake names and bogus IRS identification badge numbers. If you don't answer, they often leave an "urgent" callback request. If you get a phone call from someone claiming to be from the IRS and asking for money, here's what you should do: If you know you owe taxes or think you might owe, call the IRS at 800-829-1040. The IRS workers can help you with a payment issue. If you know you don't owe taxes or have no reason to believe that you do, report the incident to the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) at 800-366-4484 or at www.tigta.gov. If you've been targeted by this scam, also contact the Federal Trade Commission and use their "FTC Complaint Assistant" at ftc.gov. Please add "IRS Telephone Scam" to the comments of your complaint. Remember, too, the IRS does not use email, text messages or any social media to discuss your personal tax issue. For more information on reporting tax scams, go to www.irs.gov.
BACP Campaigns to Help Consumers Understand Credit Reports and Avoid Becoming Victims of Fraud
To help consumers stay safe, BACP has launched a campaign to ensure consumers know their rights when it comes to credit and avoid becoming victims of fraud. "The City of Chicago protects consumers from fraud by resolving complaints and taking action against fraudulent businesses," said Commissioner Maria Guerra Lapacek of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection. "We also take a proactive approach by promoting consumer awareness through educational campaigns to help people protect themselves."
The campaign is made up of Know Your Credit Report and Know How to Fix Your Credit Report.
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Compared to a straight truck or bus there are _____ things to inspect in combination vehicle.
When checking the trailer emergency brakes the tractor protection control valve should be place in what position?
In normal driving, some drivers use the hand valve before the brake pedal to prevent a jackknife. Which of the statements is true?
While checking if the trailer is securely coupled to the trailer the landing gears should be:
Air and electrical lines from the tractor to the trailer should be:
You have a major leak in the service line and you put on the brakes. Service air will escape and cause the:
A tractor with a ____ trailers requires the shortest amount of stopping distance.
When you get ready to back up under a semitrailer you should line up:
You should not back a tractor under a trailer until the whole air system is:
After you lock the kingpin into the fifth wheel, you should check the connection by:
When should you use the valve to park a combination vehicle?
You have coupled with a semitrailer. Where should you out the iron trailer supports before driving away?
The safety catch for the fifth wheel locking lever must be _____ for a coupling to be complete.
After you supply air to the trailer, make sure the air lines are not crossed and the trailer brakes are working. This is done by:
Before you back under a trailer, make sure that:
How should you test the tractor-semitrailer for security?
The front trailer supports are up and the trailer is resting on the tractor. Make sure:
To unlock the fifth wheel the locking lever should be placed in the ____ position.
The tractor protection valve will close and the trailer emergency brakes will come on when there is a major leak in the ____ brake line.
When coupling, the proper position of the fifth wheel is:
What gear should the tractor engine be in after you couple the trailer and are inspecting the trailer support?
When uncoupling the trailer, after you shut off the trailer air supply and lock the trailer brakes, you should:
You are driving a combination vehicle when the trailer breaks away, pulling apart both air lines. You expect the trailer brakes to come on and:
When backing a tractor under a trailer you should:
After the trailer has been coupled to the tractor, the tractor protection control valve should be placed in what position?
What does it mean when the fifth wheel locking lever is not locked after the jaws close around the kingpin?


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SANFORD, Fla. - The doctor who performed Trayvon Martin's autopsy says he has changed his opinion in recent weeks on two matters related to the teen's death.
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During testimony Friday in the George Zimmerman murder trial, Dr. Shiping Bao said he had changed his opinion about how long Martin was alive after being shot and the effect of marijuana detected in Martin's body at the time of his death.
The associate medical examiner said last November that he believed Martin was alive one to three minutes. But he testified Friday it was one to 10 minutes.
He also said that marijuana could have affected Martin physically or mentally, even though he said it didn't last year.
Earlier in the day, Zimmerman defense attorneys objected when Bao described Martin's condition after being shot. Judge Debra Nelson sustained the objection, and Bao was directed away from that line of questioning by the state.
Bao said Martin didn't die immediately and his heart was still beating after the shot was fired.
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"He was still alive, he was still in pain," Bao said. The defense objected to Bao giving his opinion and Nelson sustained it after a bench conference.
Bao explained what an autopsy consists of to the jury. He then described Martin's autopsy in particular.
Bao said Martin was 5 feet 11 inches and 158 pounds when he died. Jurors were then shown a picture of Martin's body when it arrived at the medical examiner's office. Both Martin's mother, Sybrina Fulton, and brother, Jahvaris Fulton, left the courtroom. His father, Tracy Martin, stayed in the courtroom as the photos were shown.
Bao told jurors about the pictures and said Martin was healthy at the time of the shooting. He said Martin had a small abrasion on his fourth and fifth left finger.
Bao also said there was a zero chance for survival with Martin's gunshot wound.
"His heart was beating until there was no blood left," Bao said.
Bao said Martin was shot from intermediate range, defined as muzzle being between 0.4 inches to 4 feet away from the target. Bao said the muzzle had loose contact with clothing.
When asked by de la Rionda about the positioning of Zimmerman and Martin, Bao said, "I have no fact and zero opinion."
Bao then said a key statement that he didn't believe Martin "can move after shot." That would debunk the defense theory about Martin's hands being moved from stretched out, as Zimmerman says, to underneath his body, as he was found by paramedics.
Defense attorney Don West cross-examined Bao about who helped him with the autopsies, with Bao saying two technicians assisted him.
West focused on how Martin's body was transported from the crime scene. Martin's hands were not bagged to preserve evidence as they should be, Bao said. West asked what time the medical examiner's office got to the scene. Bao said according to the note, the office arrived about two hours after the shooting occurred.
"It's not my evidence. It's not my opinion. These are other people's," Bao said, as West asked about him reading the report. Bao said he can't read the report because it's not his note and he's under oath so if it was wrong it would be perjury.
"You cannot ask me a question I do not know," Bao said to West.
West then asked when the ME officer representative left. Bao said he didn't have that information. Bao then said he didn't remember the exact autopsy without his notes and he must rely on his report.
Bao said the clothing should have been put in a paper bag and not a plastic bag.
"There is no plastic bag other than the bag that carries the body," Bao said, adding if someone from his office put wet clothes in plastic bag, "they'd be fired the next day."
The defense requested to see Bao's notes he personally took from the stand. Bao, getting upset, said they could not see the notes. Nelson ruled that they could see the notes and as the defense read through several pages of Bao's notes, one attorney laughed.
"Something funny here?" Bao asked from the stand, seemingly offended.
West asked Nelson to copy the notes, but Bao said, "No, you cannot. It's my work."
Nelson called a lunch break until 1 p.m. and a limited inquiry was held after lunch. That's when Bao changed his opinion for how long Martin was alive. Bao originally thought Martin was alive from one to three minutes at his November 2012 deposition.
Bao said an autopsy three weeks ago in "similar case" changed his opinion about how long Martin may have lived. Also during his November deposition, Bao said the THC in Martin's body would have no effect. Now, he says it would. Nelson ruled that Martin's previous drug use would still be barred from being brought up in the presence of the jury.
The judge decided there was no Richardson violation because Bao didn't tell the state his new findings, therefore the state didn't keep it from the defense. A Richardson hearing determines if one side failed to turn over evidence and if the offended trial has been prejudiced. Richardson violations can also lead to motions for mistrial.
When cross-examination continued, West asked for details about how Bao got samples from Martin's fingernails and how he got blood samples.
Zimmerman is charged with second-degree murder for fatally shooting Martin. He has pleaded not guilty, claiming self-defense.
Bao's testimony followed Martin's mother and brother testifying they believed cries for help on a 911 call are those of Martin.
Upon questioning from West, Bao said abrasions on Martin's fingers could be from striking someone, hitting concrete, or falling to the ground after being shot, but not on grass.
Bao said Martin could move a little bit after being shot. West asked, "could he pull his hands in?"
"I don't know," Bao said. "In this world, only one person knows."
West, appearing to get frustrated with Bao, said "You can't shoot anybody in a laboratory."
West then asks Bao about the gun being pressed up against Martin's body. Bao said while loose contact muzzle-to-hoodie is clear, wound to skin "is not a contact ... would be very different."
During redirect, de la Rionda asked if Martin had any chance of survival from gunshot wound, to which Bao said no.
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I don't think that I'm getting nearly as much done this weekend as I'd hoped:( ....but, my bathrooms are clean, floors mopped, dinner's in the slow cooker, and dough for Halloween party snacks is in the bread machine......and I managed to complete a little knitting project that was hanging around. This is my second attempt at the 'Foliage Pattern' from Knitty.com this time using Cascade 220 in colour 8908.... a nice aqua. I was pretty happy with it.....and it seems my neighbour was too. It now has a new home. It is a nice little project for gift giving.....there may be more of these on my needles. Hope your weekend is wonderful and productive!
Sunday, October 30, 2011
Finished Object- Leaf Lace Hat
4 comments:
- Merry said...
Love the hat! I haven't done any crocheting in a year & I still haven't learned to knit. Gotta get on that!
- October 30, 2011 at 5:34 p.m.
The hat turned out really pretty. Thanks for posting about it. I've bookmarked that pattern to give it a try too.
- October 30, 2011 at 6:07 p.m.
- Amy said...
wow I love it!! I wish I could make something like that! Good job!
- October 30, 2011 at 7:02 p.m.
- LittleRed said...
Thanks for all the nice comments:) I think that the Cascade 220 had a much nicer colour to it than the Pattons...now I have to think of what to do with the slightly less than 1/2 skein that I have remaining...
- October 31, 2011 at 9:23 a.m.
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1 Getting to Maryland by Air - Commercial Airports
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
In Baltimore: 410-859-7111
Outside Baltimore: 1-800-I-FLY-BWI (1-800-435-9294)
Located 10 miles south of Baltimore and 30 miles north of Washington , D.C. , with easy automobile access via Interstate 195, which feeds into a major highway system. An airport rail station is served by Amtrak and Maryland Area Rail Commuter (MARC) trains. Light Rail service is available for direct connections to downtown Baltimore. In addition, BWI offers bus, taxi, limousine, shuttle and rental car services.
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
2 Getting to Maryland by Air - Regional and Commuter Airports
Cambridge-Dorchester Airport
Carroll County Regional Airport
Easton Municipal Airport
Frederick Municipal Airport
Greater Cumberland Regional Airport
304-738-0002 (W.Va.)
Hagerstown Regional Airport
Ocean City Municipal Airport
Capt. Walter F. Duke Regional Airport at St. Mary's (Hollywood)
Salisbury/Ocean City/Wicomico Regional Airport
3 Getting to Maryland by Car
We want to help you unwind and enjoy every minute of a hassle-free vacation. One suggestion: Make the most of your getaway to Maryland by getting a head start on other traffic. Leave a little earlier to avoid peak travel times, especially if Maryland's Eastern Shore beaches are on your agenda. Then, when you get where you need to go, consider sticking around just a little longer. This will allow for additional relaxation and an opportunity to savor more of our fair state
Driving Distances to Central Maryland
Toronto, ONT - 715 miles
Montreal, QUE - 564 miles
Boston, MA - 392 miles
Columbus, OH - 392 miles
Cleveland, OH - 343 miles
Albany, NY - 333 miles
Pittsburgh, PA - 218 miles
New York, NY - 196 miles
Philadelphia, PA - 96 miles
Gettysburg, PA - 75 miles
Washington, DC - 37 miles
Harpers Ferry, WV - 80 miles
Richmond, VA - 143 miles
Williamsburg, VA - 205 miles
Norfolk, VA - 243 miles
Raleigh, NC - 273 miles
Charlotte, NC - 444 miles
4 Getting to and around Maryland by Train
Passenger rail services from more than 500 destinations on a 22,000-mile route system connecting the northeast corridor with the rest of America.
Penn Station, Baltimore
1525 N. Charles St
MARC trains
Commuter service between Baltimore and Washington, D.C., operating 77 daily trips in the Baltimore-Washington corridor, eight Maryland counties and northeastern West Virginia on the Penn, Camden and Brunswick lines.
MTA Maryland website
Baltimore's Metro Subway operates from Owings Mills, through Downtown Baltimore, to the Johns Hopkins Hospital. Service is provided from 14 stations and operates every eight minutes during rush hour, every 10 minutes during the day, and every 10 to 20 minutes on evenings and weekends. Basic fares are $1.60 one way, or a $3.50 Day Pass for unlimited daily trips on Maryland Transit Administration Metro Subway.
1-866-RIDE-MTA (1-866-743-3682), https://mta.maryland.gov/
Washington, D.C.'s Metrorail features service for $3.90 maximum.
Light Rail
Above-ground railway operates every day in nine- to 17-minute intervals, with 32 stops from Hunt Valley, through Downtown Baltimore, and south to Glen Burnie. Special stops at BWI Airport , Amtrak's Penn Station-Baltimore, and the Camden Yards sports complex. Basic fares are $1.60 one way, or a $3.50 Day Pass for unlimited daily trips on Maryland Transit Administration Light Rail.
5 Getting Around by Water
Cruise Maryland
Vacationers no longer need to add airfare to the cost of their cruise because the Port of Baltimore Cruise Terminal is just a short drive away. Baltimore is the perfect spot to cruise from!
Water Taxi Service
Private water taxis and shuttles operate in the harbor areas of Baltimore and Annapolis.
Private Vessels
More than 700 commercial marinas along the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries offer transient slips and easy access to area attractions.
Travelers with Special Needs
Before planning a trip, we strongly recommend that you contact venues to find out if accommodations and attractions meet your specific needs. Maryland Relay Service, 1-800-735-2258, provides toll-free access for text or voice telephone and computer/modem applications. Get more information at www.mdrelay.org.


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Gluten-free Dairy-free Soy-free Mushroom Alfredo Pasta Recipe
Have you ever found a recipe so tasty and interesting that you want to make it all the time, and when you can't make that exact recipe, you want to make recipes inspired by it? I had that experience some time back with By the Bay's potato knish using Chebe crust as the pastry for knish. I liked it so much I started using Chebe for pastry for everything- spinach pie tartlets, samosas, cranberry apple turnovers. I took it so far that I got a reputation as "that Chebe girl" and the company approached me to develop some recipes and do a photo for their cinnamon mix packaging. True story!
I styled and photographed the photo on their last soft package mix for cinnamon Chebe. Of course, just recently they got entirely new packaging in fancy new boxes. I guess I'll have to frame the remaining package in my pantry! But I digress.
So, about those recipes. I think you all know my friend Ali Segersten with the blog at Whole Life Nutrition Kitchen, Whole Life Nutrition Cookbook, and a new cookbook coming out soon. I adopted her some time ago for Adopt a Gluten-free Blogger. Way back in July she had this amazing recipe for Dairy-free Creamed Kale that I could eat like candy, I swear. Instead of using those tasteless packaged dairy-free milks, Ali used all fresh, real ingredients and make the creamy sauce with cashews. I just loved this recipe, and started thinking about other ways to use cashews as a creamy sauce in recipes.* I tried a creamed broccoli/cauliflower recipe, and it was good but not spectacular. But then the other night I was staring at my pantry trying to figure out what to make for dinner, and I was trying to think of how to make pasta interesting but not so interesting that Toddler Yum would snub it. We also had this huge container of mushrooms from Costco staring glossily back at me in the refrigerator, and it occurred to me that a cashew, dairy-free cream sauce would make a great mushroom alfredo. I seared some mushrooms and chard from our garden and added grated zucchini for bulk and sneaky mama veggie quotient and reduced the heck out of that cashew cream sauce. I also popped some white sweet potato "fries" in the oven to roast as a side dish.
At first I was going to make some plain pasta for the dear toddler, who can be relied on to ask for "plain, mama, plain pasta". But then I thought that since she has never met a cashew dish she didn't like, I'd try serving her the alfredo. The mushrooms were picked out immediately, and she eyed the chard very suspiciously, but she slurped down the pasta in sauce like a starving puppy and asked for more. My girl had four helpings before the night was out! And before you get worried, she had skipped the (disgusting) lunch at her daycare and had recently recovered from a tummy bug, so I think she was ready for a serious calorie infusion. The picky DH, who can be very skeptical of dairy-free sauces, dove in with gusto, and it goes without saying that I ate more than my fair share. Success!
I would definitely make this recipe again, and might just have to try this cashew sauce in some other classic creamy recipes. If you have a vitamix, I think the creamy sauce will be even more creamy, but the texture with my (pathetically weak) blender reminded me of the texture of melted parmesan regianno bits, so it worked well for us. These photos were taken the following day when the greedy pasta had drank up a lot of the sauce. It tasted good reheated but was most spectacular freshly made. Also, I used the new Trader Joe's gluten-free corn spaghetti, and thought it worked well. A brown rice (Tinkyada) or my all time my favorite gluten-free pasta by Le Veneziane might make it even better!
*This recipe posting is Ali-approved… I love my fellow bloggers and always like to ask them when I use a blogged recipe as serious inspiration when developing a new recipe.
Dairy-free Soy-fre Mushroom Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipe
The Sauce:
2 tbsp. olive or grapeseed oil
1 small onion, diced
1/2 cup cashews, soaked in water for at least 30 minutes
2 tbsp. nutritional yeast
2 cups water
1 teaspoon raw cider vinegar
1 teaspoon herbamare or your favorite herbed salt
The Pasta:
The Veggies:
Heat oil on medium-high in a large cast iron or stainless steel skillet. Saute your onion until translucent. Then combine translucent onion, soaked and drained cashews, nutritional yeast, water, vinegar and herbamare in a blender. Blend until you have a creamy sauce. Reserve.
Boil pasta until al dente.
Heat additional oil (if needed) in your pan on medium-high and add your sliced mushrooms in a single layer on the pan. Season with freshly grated black pepper and herbamare. You may have to do several batches. Brown one side and then turn over to brown the other side. Remove from pan and reserve while you brown the remaining mushrooms. Add your slivered chard to the last batch of mushrooms and sautee them until they wilt and start to brown. Sprinkle on your grated zucchini and let it soften slightly. Pour on your sauce and let it thicken.
Mix pasta into the sauce and serve topped with fresh basil if desired.
Best the first night it is made, but can be reheated too. I think I might save any uneaten pasta separate from the sauce for the next day and combine them right before heating so that the pasta doesn't absorb too much of the sauce and you get more creamy liquid for leftovers.
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