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Grapplers Dominate in 33-9 Win Over Manchesterby Brent Harris • January 19, 2011 Share:
Wabash won eight of the ten wrestling matches in Wednesday night's 33-9 home victory over in-state rival Manchester College. The 28th-ranked Little Giants improved to 8-3 in duals this season with the win.
View photos from the Little Giants' victory here.
Josh Boyer started the scoring for Wabash by receiving a forfeit at 125 pounds. Garrett Payne added four more points to the Little Giants' score with a 10-3 major decision over Charles Holmquest at 141 pounds.
Jake Strausbaugh, a national qualifier in 2010, fought a tough battle against Manchester Cameryn Brady at 149 pounds. Brady scored a late takedown to tie the bout at 3-3, but Strausbaugh rallied for a takedown of his own in overtime to earn the 5-3 victory.
Graham Youngs followed with a 12-4 major decision at 157 pounds. Jake Moore received the second forfeit of the night, this time at 165 pounds to put Wabash in front comfortably at 23-3. Freshman Dalton Stanley needed a third-period take down to rally for a 5-3 win in his 174-pound bout against Ryan Monce from Manchester.
Greg Rhoads dominated the third period of his 184-pound contest against Chad Ulmer, scoring 10 of his 17 points in final two minutes on the way to a 17-4 major decision. Austin O'Neal closed out the scoring for the Little Giants in a tight 4-2 victory at 197 pounds.
The Little Giants and Manchester will both compete this Saturday at the Max Servies Duals, hosted by Wabash at Chadwick Court. Competition begins at 9 a.m.


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Wallets hit hard at the pump following Hurricane Harvey
EL PASO, Texas —
After Hurricane Harvey hit, gas prices went up, and people across the Borderland say it has affected their wallets.
After Hurricane Harvey hit, gas prices went up, and people across the Borderland say it has affected their wallets.
"It's actually been a couple of years since [prices have] been this high, which has pretty much caught [everybody] off guard," said northeast El Paso resident Taesha Brand.
Brand was taking part in a carwash fundraiser with her women's football teammates on Saturday. They set up next to a gas station in hopes of getting more customers.
Unfortunately, she said she noticed less people than normal stopping for gas.
"Not as usual when you would see a lot of people coming in. Now it's really not people are looking for the cheapest places to get gas," Brand said.
KFOX14 drove around to different gas stations across El Paso.
The northeast, south central, east and west side all had unleaded gas at $2.49.
The average in El Paso on Saturday was $2.50, according to AAA.
That is a three cent increase from last week, and a thirty cent increase from a month ago.
"Now it's like, take care of bills first, and then I'm basically like driving until empty so I can find somewhere cheaper. But everywhere is at least $2.49, $2.55," said northeast El Paso resident Jalisa Smith.
Recent price averages are the highest we've seen all year.
Hurricane Harvey caused refineries in the Gulf Coast to shutter operations temporarily, which affected the prices.
Some people told KFOX14 the price increase is not a huge concern.
"Essentially we all have to drive somewhere and get from point A to point B, so might as well just pay the price for it," said east El Paso resident Alejandro Romero.
According to the AAA, prices should start dropping by mid to late September.

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Researchers can now select a physical trait or phenotype and find the genomic variants associated with it, to date, by using a new web portal, called the Phenotype-Genotype Integrator (PheGenI, pronounced FEE-GEE-NEE).
PheGenI permits researchers to view a tabular display of genome-wide association study results for DNA sequence variations, genes and gene expression differences for a given trait such as asthma or diabetes. The results are linked to their source databases where researchers can then dig deeper into the detailed data.
PheGenI also includes graphical displays by chromosome (ideogram) and a DNA sequence viewer that shows the relationships between genetic variants in the human genome at the nucleotide level.
"PheGenI helps build the knowledge base that is crucial to accelerating research on genetic variation among basic scientists. It will also allow clinical researchers and epidemiologists who are unfamiliar with such data to explore genetic variation and phenotype data that are related to the diseases they study," said Lucia Hindorff, Ph.D., an epidemiologist in the National Human Genome Research Institute's (NHGRI) Office of Population Genomics. Dr. Hindorff developed the idea for PheGenI in response to the National Institutes of Health's increasing emphasis on genomic-based medicine.
Along with her collaborator Erin Ramos, Ph.D., also an epidemiologist in NHGRI's Office of Population Genomics, Dr. Hindorff reached out to staff at the National Library of Medicine's National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) to build PheGenI.
PheGenI pulls genetic and genome-wide association studies (GWAS ) data from multiple NIH databases and presents it to the user in a compact, organized fashion. Presented data show the places in the genome that have been related to a user-specified disease or trait, or, inversely, the traits that have been related to a user-specified region of the genome. The data shown include physical traits, diseases, sequence variations, genes and gene expression levels. The data are drawn from genetic association results submitted to NCBI's database of Genotypes and Phenotypes (dbGaP); data incorporated in the Genotype-Tissue Expression Project (GTEx); and genetic associations published in the scientific literature and curated by the NHGRI Catalog of Genome-Wide Association Studies.
Genome-wide association studies have uncovered thousands of novel genetic variants associated with common diseases, each contributing a modest risk to disease. However, data from such studies is often located in disparate databases that are hard to find, operate or integrate for analysis. PheGenI users can explore the relationships between variants, traits, expression levels and genes to understand the genetic contribution to phenotypic traits as revealed by current research.
According to Drs. Hindorff and Ramos, in order to move these initial basic findings about novel variants into the clinic, researchers will need to conduct numerous follow-up studies to understand the genetic variants' function and to identify those that most contribute to disease.
"NHGRI and NCBI have done a great deal of the hard work up front so that PheGenI is immediately useful to the clinical and biomedical research community and the data are accessible and downloadable," said Mike Feolo, Ph.D., an NCBI staff scientist who helped build PheGenI with NCBI staff scientist Douglas Hoffman.
PheGenI users have the ability to search by phenotype, gene, chromosome location, or by genetic variant, which are called single nucleotide polymorphisms or SNPS. For example, a search of the trait "asthma" shows 88 genetic variant associations. If users scroll down the page to 'Genome View' they can see which of the 23 human chromosomes each SNP resides on. Scrolling further, users can see which genes have been associated with the SNPs.
Numerous hyperlinks to more data and information in NCBI databases are included in the search results, allowing users to broaden or narrow their exploration of the data. In the future, other databases focused on phenotypic terms, complex genomic variations and human health will be added to PheGenI.
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By the time I came back home, I was itching to make an icecream. So I decided to improvise with what I had on hand. I had a JellO Cheesecake-flavoured Instant pudding mix and decided to experiment with it. Since this was my first trial for a home-made icecream and that too without an icecream maker, I was nervous. Anyhow, I mixed all the ingredients together and froze it, beat it at intervals for a smooth and fluffy texture. Thus came about the creation of a cross between icecream and pudding! Coming to the point, the final result was marvelous!!! I never thought I could create such a tasty marvel, but then who can go wrong when you mix tasty stuff with tastier stuff!!
The good points about the icecream were 1) it was made without cream cheese but had the cheesecake flavour and 2) since it was made with the pudding mix, it set pretty quickly. 3) Another high point is that since it has the thickening agent in the pudding mix, it did not melt into a complete puddle even when kept at room temperature. It had all the taste and texture of a creamy and rich (more so because of the pudding mix) icecream. I think this would make an ideal filling for ice-cream sandwiches. We all enjoyed our first home-made icecream happily. I hope you all would try this at home. Let me know what you think of the recipe. Until then, enjoy the pictures of our cheesecake icecream. Cheers!!
This icecream obvioulsy is a calcium rich dessert and is on its way to the Beautiful Bones: An Osteoporosis Food Event hosted by Susan of the Food Blogga.
Cheesecake-flavoured Instant pudding mix - 1 packet (3oz)
Sweetened condensed milk - 14 oz
Whipping cream - 1 pint
Mix the condensed milk and whipping cream together in a large bowl.
Add the pudding mix into the whipping cream - condensed milk mixture and beat for 2-3 more minutes or until the mixture is airy, fluffy and smooth.
Freeze the mixture for 30 minutes to an hour.
Beat the icecream mixture using a electric hand mixer or in a food processor until smooth, creamy and fluffy.
Again, keep the mixture in the freezer and repeat the whipping/beating every 1 or 2 hours for a couple of times.
Freeze the icecream overnight or until completely set.
Soften the icecream in the refrigerator before serving.
Serve in scoopfuls, garnished with fruits, nuts or dessert sauces of your choice.
- I beat the icecream mixture for a total of 4-5 times (first-time prep anxiety). You dont need to do it that many times because unlike regular icecream I dont think there will be a lot of crystal formation. But just to be sure, process it atleast for a couple of times.
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Im a true fan of cotton, though wish the plant itself were ecologically friendly. So, being the ever vigilant do gooder I went to check out the hemp fabrics online. Yikes! What I found was about 20 25 dollars a yard.
I suppose now that the government ceding to the practical growth of hemp for commercial use the price will eventually come down, but for now trying to do good and finding a way to afford it are two vastly different things.
It seems that Ill be clinging to my cotton for the time being.


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Elizabeth Reaser and Stephenie Meyer talk about Kristen
Fablife We had a serious sit down with the Cullen family matriarch, Elizabeth Reaser, at the Breaking Dawn press junket and she didn't hesitate when we asked which of her castmates had grown the most over the course of the Twilight franchise.
"Kristen seems to have grown a lot," she said immediately. "She's always been such a great actress and obviously she's carrying this entire series on her back. … That we can even believe in this world is because we see it through Kristen's eyes, and she makes it feel real. And I think that she just keeps growing as an actress, and I think it's so exciting."
In Breaking Dawn: Part 1 Kristen goes from portraying a high school girl to a wife and mother. Elizabeth tells us she was moved by her transformation. "I was completely blown away. I thought she was really wonderful. It was fun to watch her on set with a kid and to see how she handled that. It was pretty cute."
Author Stephenie Meyer also spoke about the bond Kristen formed with her onscreen daughter, played by Mackenzie Foy. "She put so much thought into [playing a mom] beforehand," said the author. "She kind of fell in love with Mackenzie. … She was a natural with it. She just got that instinct to protect on her own."
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Just as fans were filing into the Brickyard 400 NASCAR race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, a big television screen by the entrance displayed a pro-pot ad with the headline "A new beer?"
The ad, which opens with smiling young adults hoisting their brew mugs, drew outrage from lots of sources, including the St. Petersburg-based Drug Free America Foundation. The TV screen company, Grazie Media, pulled the ad after a few hours.
The ad said: "If you're an adult who enjoys a good beer, there's a similar product you might want to know about, one without all the calories and serious health problems. Less toxic so it doesn't cause hangovers or overdose deaths. And it's not linked to violence or reckless behavior. Marijuana. Less harmful than alcohol and time to treat it that way."
The ad is interesting in the context of an effort in Florida to get a proposed medical marijuana constitutional amendment on the 2014 ballot. People United for Medical Marijuana has collected enough voter signatures to trigger a Florida Supreme Court review of the proposed amendment language.
The ad addresses many issues, but in this fact-check, we decided to focus on the idea that marijuana is "less toxic" than alcohol.
Read on for the fact-check and rating. Leave a comment here.


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Wilco Continues To Get The Internet
from the always-nice-to-hear dept
A piece of art is not a loaf of bread. When someone steals a loaf of bread from the store, that's it. The loaf of bread is gone. When someone downloads a piece of music, it's just data until the listener puts that music back together with their own ears, their mind, their subjective experience. How they perceive your work changes your work. Treating your audience like thieves is absurd. Anyone who chooses to listen to our music becomes a collaborator. People who look at music as commerce don't understand that. They are talking about pieces of plastic they want to sell, packages of intellectual property. I'm not interested in selling pieces of plastic.Anyway, I was just catching up on some podcasts, and listened to an episode of The Nerdist Podcast in which they interview Jeff Tweedy (bonus geek points: Wil Wheaton joins the Nerdist crew for this one) and they have a good discussion on some of his thinking on these subjects. Wheaton actually brings up the whole Yankee Hotel Foxtrot story, and how the band's decision to put it online like that made him, as a fan, feel invested in the band's success because it was so kind to its fans. That lets Tweedy again make some key points that we've talked about here for a while, but it's always great to hear a successful musician saying similar things:
I'm happy with the amount of goodwill that seems to exist between us and our audience. I can only guess as to why that exists, and I've never been in a band where that didn't exist.... We have our collaborators and our patrons, who come to see us play, and I feel like we treated them as patrons of the arts and collaborators.And as for the decision to release YHF online for streaming, he first notes that there was no one around to tell them it was a bad idea. It was just a "practical" decision:
We needed to get out on the road, because that's how we make money -- we don't make money off of records. So our business model, if you want to call it that... we support ourselves on the road. And having our new record done and wanting to play those songs just meant, well, let's let people hear them so they'll know what's up. And it'll be more fun to play those songs for everybody....It's an attitude that has worked well for the band for at least a decade, and seems to work for many others as well. It still amazes me that so many others in that business tend to see their fans as criminals and don't make any effort to treat them right at all.
We just can't look at it as any individual thing is how we're going to be supported by anybody. If they get one record free, they might buy another record. If they get one record free, they might come see the show or they might buy a t-shirt at the show... For us, we've managed to keep our heads above water by not focusing on "the lost sales" but by focusing on the people who are there and are supporting us.


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Hobart's GPO was one of the first public buildings opened in Hobart after Federation. Recently restored, the sandstone building's famous clock and tower were actually funded through public subscription by the people of Hobart.
Address: Departing from the Macquarie Street entry.
Open: Pre-booked tours only, Saturday 11 November, 2017.
Highlights: heritage restoration, see inside the clock.
Closed-toe shoes required, adults only as the tour includes a steep staircase.
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Cheap Shot: Zwirn
When we first opened Zwirn, what we saw was a rope and two white dots. Our first instinct was to pull the multicolored twine across the aged wooden surface, so that one end touched both dots. Impressively, Zwirn teaches you what to do without a single menu or instruction.
Wind it up.
Despite its beautiful, antique aesthetic, Zwirn doesn't offer more than the simple concept of pulling a piece of twine over all the black dots, ending on the opposite white dot. After winding through 25 levels in about 45 minutes, we had felt we had seen all there was to see, and then some.
Zwirn also has a few control issues. One is in the inverted pin movement, where the pin moves in a different direction than your finger. Also, a bug where the rope goes through the pin can force an unnecessary restart.
Until the game is further fleshed out and has some bug fixes, we can't recommend buying this game for $1.99. There are better puzzle games to wrap your brain around.


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Banque Heritage is a family-controlled financial institution, focused on private banking and asset management activities for ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, and institutions. Banque Heritage's strategy is based on acquiring new clients in Switzerland and across growth and emerging markets.
BANQUE HERITAGE SA is the 151st largest bank in Switzerland in terms of total assets. In 2017 its total assets were 654,25 mln CHF, providing the bank with the market share of 0.02%. BANQUE HERITAGE SA is the 44th largest foreign-controlled bank in Switzerland (out of 76 foreign-controlled banks) having market share of 0.28% amongst the banks of this category.
BANQUE HERITAGE SA participates in deposit guarantee scheme of Switzerland. This scheme covers accounts up to 100 000 CHF per bank per depositor.
BANQUE HERITAGE SA is headquartered in Genève.
|Total Assets (2017)
|654.25 mln CHF (+8.96%)
In 2017 total assets of BANQUE HERITAGE SA were 654.25 mln CHF. Growth compared to the previous period (2016) was 8.96%. The evolution of the total assets of BANQUE HERITAGE SA is shown at Chart 1 below.
Chart 1. Total Assets of BANQUE HERITAGE SA.
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Deposit Guarantee Schemes compensate certain deposits held by depositors of a bank that becomes unable to meet its obligations.
All credit institutions operating in Switzerland are obliged to participate in Swiss deposit guarantee scheme.
In the case of BANQUE HERITAGE SA failure, eligible depositors having covered accounts in this bank will be paid out the following compensation:
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|Covered Accounts
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|Covered Currencies
|Maximum Protected Amount
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BIC (Business Identifier Code, also known as SWIFT code or SWIFT BIC) is a the mostly used international identifier of financial institutions. SWIFT is the registration authority for BICs. BICs are used in financial transactions, client and counterparty data bases, compliance documents and many others.
A BIC consists of eight or eleven characters, comprising a financial institution code (four characters), a country code (two characters), a location code (two characters) and, optionally, a branch code (three characters).
BIC of BANQUE HERITAGE SA and its components are shown in the table below.
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Company Registration Number is a distinctive code issued upon registration of a new company. This code can be used to find data about the company in a national company register.
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text: Continuing development and applications of algebraic, graphing, calculator and problem-solving skills, with emphasis on linear and non-linear expressions, functions, equations, and inequalities. ("Non-linear" includes absolute value, polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic.) Other topics include real and complex numbers, exponents and radicals. Does not satisfy general education mathematics requirement. Student must have graphing calculator. Formerly offered as MAT-1040. Students who have passed MAT-1040 may not enroll in MAT-0104. Academic Level Undergraduate Level Subject Mathematics Department Mathematics Credits 4 Prerequisites DVM-P007 : DVM-0071 Completed DVM-X070 : Placement in MAT-1040 DVM-0071 : Introductory Algebra Corequisites DVR-P006 : Reading Proficiency Satisfied DVR-0061 : College Reading and Study Skills DVE-0012 : Foundations of Composition and Comprehension DVR-0071 : Accelerated College Reading andStudy Skills ESL-1060 : English as a Second Language:Advanced Reading Skills ESL-0106 : English as a Second Language:Advanced Reading Skills Return to Paralegal/Legal Assistant, Assoc. of Applied Science Academic Calendar Catalog and Class Schedules Online Learning Bookstore Register For Classes Request Information


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The 'Stile Juventus' could not have been more evident in the Derby della Mole victory, as the goalscorers were Claudio Marchisio and Sebastian Giovinco – both born, bred and raised in the city. They are a great sign of where Italian football ought to be going, especially in its current economic crisis, and represent only the tip of the iceberg.
Marchisio and Giovinco are in their mid-20s now and needed a particular set of circumstances to become Juventus first team regulars. The midfielder first really broke into the line-up during the season in Serie B at the age of 20, as perhaps he would've been loaned out like Giovinco was to gain experience if the squad had not been dealing with such a massive sea-change. That was back in 2006, but now Serie A is changing and we may well have something to thank the financial crisis for.
"I doubt I would've had so many opportunities to play and improve if Antonio Cassano and Zlatan Ibrahimovic were still at Milan," confessed Stephan El Shaarawy. What a terrible shame it would've been to delay the progress of an immensely-talented and mature 20-year-old, who was raised in the Genoa ranks. It was always said in Italian media that there was the risk of 'burning up' a young player, but there are now numerous examples of prodigious Under-21s who were thrown in at the deep end and did not drown.
Mattia De Sciglio is only 20 years old as well, but already looks like the most reliable figure in the Milan back four. He is Milanese and Milanista, an increasingly rare jewel in the San Siro side. When was the last great defender to come through the Rossoneri ranks? Probably Paolo Maldini. Maybe having a skint President Silvio Berlusconi could remind the club that the youth academy is there for a reason and not just to raise funds for high-earning foreign imports.
Walter Mazzarri was the biggest culprit of refusing to give young players a chance, feeling they would get torn apart by the demanding supporters and media in Naples. If it weren't for suspensions and Goran Pandev's injury problems, would 21-year-old Lorenzo Insigne have been allowed to make such an impact at the San Paolo, his hometown club? It's doubtful. Now if only Mazzarri could look inside the academy for talents in other areas of the squad too. There has to be a better defender in there than Salvatore Aronica...
Roma are ahead of the curve in this respect and deserve credit. Where Francesco Totti and Daniele De Rossi came first, we now have 21-year-old Alessandro Florenzi, who has already broken into the Italy senior squad. By following this example, and if the Financial Fair Play rule ever gets teeth, Italian football can truly flourish like a phoenix from the flames of the economic boom and bust.


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text: Robert E. Lee (1807-70) served as a military officer in the U.S. Army, a West Point commandant and the legendary general of the Confederate Army during the American Civil War (1861-65). In June 1861, Lee assumed command of the Army of Northern Virginia, which he would lead for the rest of the war. Lee and his army achieved great success during the Peninsula Campaign and at Second Bull Run (Mansassas) and Fredericksburg, with his greatest victory coming in the bloody Battle of Chancellorsville. In the spring of 1863, Lee invaded the North, only to be defeated at the Battle of Gettysburg. With Confederate defeat a near certainty, Lee continued on, battling Union General Ulysses S. Grant in a series of clashes in Virginia in 1864-65 before finally surrendering what was left of his army in April 1865. Lee has been praised by many for his tactical brilliance, and remains a revered figure in the American South.


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2010 was the wettest year on record, and tied with 2005 as the hottest year since records have been kept. We have more extreme weather, and more freak weather as a result of climate change.
According to Amy Goodman (the host of democracynow.org), as she spoke from the U.N. Conference on Climate Change in Durban, Africa, recently, the U.S. and Saudi Arabia are the only two countries who voted against the Green Climate Fund. This is especially strange because this fund was proposed by Hillary Clinton in 2010. My guess is that it is pretty obvious that such a proposal would never be able to make it through the current Congress. The corporate control by oil and gas would never let that happen.
Climate change refers to any significant change in measures of temperature, precipitation, or wind that lasts for decades or longer. Natural factors, natural processes, and human activities all contribute to climate change. About 99 percent of scientists in the field agree that climate change poses a challenge to the earth, animals, rainforests, oceans, islands, and all of us. Serious concerns should be raised by melting glaciers, early snowfall, and severe droughts. Rising sea levels could lead to more coastal flooding. Warmer sea temperatures can lead to more intense hurricanes. Disruption of habitats such as coral reefs and alpine meadows might bring about plant and animal extinction.
Many of our founding fathers were scientists, and I think they would agree if they were around. Certainly Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson would weigh the evidence, and not disregard it. But in the Alice In Wonderland World of Republican politics, all candidates for president have changed their minds about climate change. This seems to be a new litmus test for conservative ideology. They once seemed to believe it, and now they don't. But that's the thing about science - you don't believe it - you look at the evidence, and come to conclusions based on that evidence. It's not like the Bible. You can believe the Bible, and still follow science. The same goes for evolution, another thing some candidates don't "believe", regardless of the scientific evidence.
The Kyoto Protocol would place mandatory limits on emissions that threaten the planet, and the U.S. is the largest per capita polluter in the world. Even the Pentagon, under George Bush, called climate change a huge threat. We need global cooperation on this issue, but certainly won't get it with a president who thinks it doesn't exist.
With the right corporate and political will, renewable energy would be possible. But if all we hear from Republicans is about new pipe- lines that even the states they will go through don't want, and drill, baby, drill, the emphasis on renewable energy is lost. And it is the future generations who will pay the price.
For babies born now, who might live until the year 2100 and beyond, this may be one of the most important issues. What will they face as adults if we ignore the facts? A world we wouldn't even recognize? I hope not. Somehow, this challenge could be met. Reelecting President Obama and a Democratic Congress would be a step in the right direction. It won't happen here in South Carolina, but maybe the rest of the country it will. Here's hoping.
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NWSB Insider and BC Lions Blogger Steve Lee gives us three major points to consider while recapping the 2013 CFL season. The emergence of Andrew Harris launched him into "superstar" status. Solomon Elimimian, Adam Bighill, Keron Williams and Anton McKenzie provided leadership for Rich Stubler's defensive strategies. But among the good come the questions that must be answered this offseason.
NWSB Insider and B.C. Lions' blogger Ben Lypka recaps the Lions' last contest against the Saskatchewan Roughriders. To recap. The Roughriders ran roughshod over the Lions D for the entire second half and the Lions made Darian Durant look like Mike Vick circa 2004. For as good a game as the Lions Andrew Harris and Stefan Logan had on the ground – Durant was better. It's back to the drawing board for the Lions after a peculiar and ultimately disappointing season.
NWSB Insider and B.C. Lions' blogger Ben Lypka recaps the Lions' last contest against the Calgary Stampeders. Giving game balls to Paul McCallum, Adam Bighill, and Andrew Harris. It's only fitting that the Lions best defensive player all year was a force again in the final game of the season. Bighill had three tackles and a sack
NWSB Insider and B.C. Lions' blogger Ben Lypka recaps the Lions' last contest against the Edmonton Eskimos . Giving game balls to Buck Pierce, JR Larose and Stefan Logan. Lypka goes on to say not only did Logan have a good game on offense, he also was a beast on the return game. He averaged over 20 yards on kick returns and close to 10 yards on punt returns and those yards were sorely needed by the Lions – especially in the first half.
NWSB Insider and B.C. Lions' blogger Ben Lypka asks why today. Why is Buck Pierce NOT playing in place of the injured Travis Lulay? Keep in mind that Pierce is less than two years removed from a solid season in which he helped the Winnipeg Blue Bombers win games playing pretty ugly football. The Bombers made it to the Grey Cup in 2011 and a lot of that was due to the impact Pierce had on that team.
NWSB Insider and B.C. Lions' blogger Ben Lypka recaps the Lions' last contest against the Calgary Stampeders. Giving game balls to Nick Moore, Cord Parks and Tim Brown. Honourable mentions to Adam Bighill, Dante Marsh and Korey Banks on defense. Next up for the Lions is another trip to Regina, but this time it could be with Travis Lulay at the helm.
NWSB Insider and B.C. Lions' blogger Phil "The Bartender" Slater brings us his weekly Lions matchup preview. This week BC takes on the RoughRiders in Van City. Welcome back Geroy Simon. The long-time Leo, BC community activist, and the greatest receiver in the history of the CFL returns to Vancouver tonight. When Geroy Simon was dealt in the off-season, BC Lions fans and players alike circled the calendar when Saskatchewan would return to BC Place.
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Big Play Bighill Adam Bighill the BC Lions all world linebacker has won the CFL defensive player of the week for the second time in three weeks. Congrats Adam! From BC Lions.com — Bighill's 30-yard fumble return for a TD on the game's first play from scrimmage was one of three defensive scores for the […]
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Royal Baby Due Date Revealed
The most highly anticipated royal birth in decades is expected to happen mid-summer. St James Palace confirmed that Prince William's wife Kate Middleton is expected to give birth to the third-in-line for the British throne in July.
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Macaron Redux Dress
Added Feb 18, 2013
by zilredloh
Chicago, Illinoi...
My Macaron Redux dress began as a sketch in my notebook back in March of 2011 for a pretty, feminine dress with a peplum using Colette's Macaron bodice, as the base for the bodice and using the jenny skirt for the bottom of the dress. I drafted my own cap sleeves, godet, and peplum pieces.
After reading many sewing books, I decided to apply various of couture sewing techniques onto this one dress for fun; I'm a sewing nerd like that. I've taken many construction photos along the way and have it all documented on my blog: http://zilredloh.com if you care to read further.
But here's a quick listing of what I did, most of which were done by hand.
Applique Seams
Applique Darts
Bias bound neckline and armsyce (using nude silk charmuse)
Bullion stitch thread loops
Hanger loops
Lining set in by hand with fell stitches
All seams have been stabilized in various ways using silk organza or twill tape
Lapped side seam zipper, by hand
and much more…
Material Notes
Cranberry 3-ply Silk crepe, Nude Silk Charmeuse as underlining and lining, black lace overlay, black light weight suiting wool for the skirt, silk organza for stabilization
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Feb 23, 2013, 08.28 PMby smallone
wowza! this is gorgeous!!!!
Feb 20, 2013, 07.41 AMby toupinette
wow! gorgeous!
Feb 19, 2013, 10.01 PMby harrietbazley
Congratulations on finishing; what are applique darts?
Feb 19, 2013, 06.53 PMby sala22
Just a stunning work of art!
Feb 19, 2013, 06.19 PMby sleepy-dumpling
Really beautiful. Worth all the hard work!
Feb 19, 2013, 03.40 PMby pauline alice
The results were worth the wait: the dress is stunning. Congrats!
Feb 19, 2013, 11.10 AMby flowergirl22
oh wow,, such nice dress, love the bows to go with the dress. fab
Feb 18, 2013, 09.31 PMby cris orange
wonderful dress! I wish I´ll be able one day to sew such a dress :) congrats!
Feb 18, 2013, 08.51 PMby bjr99
Fantastic dress. You did a super job. Love the pop of red. It just makes the dress.
Feb 18, 2013, 08.25 PMby lisa g
that's an amazing amount of work you did! you have every right to be over the top proud. looks fab!
Feb 18, 2013, 06.01 PMby Mary Athey
Gorgeous dress and what a great fit on you. Love the red and black x
Feb 18, 2013, 05.27 PMby ariation
Your dress is stunning! Well done
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Project Potential is seeking items for its seniors who will attend college in the fall.
Project Potential is seeking items for its seniors who will attend college in the fall.
Each year the program holds a Dorm Room Give-a-way that provides assistance to students. They are asking for donations of single comforters/blankets/XL single sheets/mattress covers, pop-up laundry hampers/laundry bags, wash cloths/towels/shower caddies, alarm clocks, hangers, storage bins, small trash cans, fans, irons, school supplies, desk lamps and dry erase/bulletin boards.
Project Potential identifies promising students in the eighth grade who may not be able to afford college but who have the academic ability or need an extra push. Officials with the program encourage students to reach their full potential by conducting themselves responsibly throughout their high school careers. The high school students also partake in college visits, community service, SAT tutoring and academic/college counseling.
Monetary donations or contributions can be given to Chevon Burton, 242-1617, or Cathy Coles, 689-8113. The give-a-way will take place May 28.


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21.1 Administrative Policies
Accident Prevention and Response
See 13.6.20.
Activities Policies
See 13.6.
Adopted Children and Their Biological Parents
Questions regarding the exchange of information and contact between adopted children and their biological parents should be handled with sensitivity. The legal rights and emotional needs of all relevant parties should be considered.
Adoption and Foster Care
Members who are seeking to adopt children or provide foster care should strictly observe all legal requirements of the countries (and their governmental subdivisions) that are involved. They are encouraged to work through licensed, authorized agencies.
Audiovisual Materials
Members may use audiovisual materials, such as CDs, DVDs, and computer presentations, in Church settings with the following restrictions:
Audiovisual materials that meet these criteria may be used in the chapel during meetings other than sacrament meeting or the general session of stake conference if they are an important part of the meeting.
Autographs and Photographs of General Authorities and Area Seventies
Church members should not seek the autographs of General Authorities or Area Seventies, including signing in their scriptures, hymnals, or programs. Doing so detracts from their sacred callings and the spirit of meetings. It also could prevent them from greeting other members.
Members should not take photographs of General Authorities or Area Seventies in chapels.
English-speaking members should use the Latter-day Saint edition of the King James Version of the Bible. This edition includes the Topical Guide; footnotes; excerpts from the Joseph Smith Translation; cross-references to other passages in the Bible and to the Book of Mormon, Doctrine and Covenants, and Pearl of Great Price; and other study aids. Although other versions of the Bible may be easier to read, in doctrinal matters, latter-day revelation supports the King James Version in preference to other English translations.
Spanish-speaking members should use the Latter-day Saint edition of the Reina-Valera Bible. This edition includes study aids similar to those in the Latter-day Saint edition in English.
In many other non-English languages, the Church has approved a non–Latter-day Saint edition of the Bible for use in Church meetings and classes. Members should use these editions of the Bible.
The most reliable way to measure the accuracy of any biblical translation is not by comparing different texts, but by comparison with the Book of Mormon and modern-day revelations.
Printed copies of approved editions of the Bible are available from Church Distribution Services. Electronic text and audio recordings of Latter-day Saint editions are also available at scriptures.lds.org.
Book of Mormon
The Church discourages rewriting the Book of Mormon into familiar or modern English. The First Presidency has said:
"When a sacred text is translated into another language or rewritten into more familiar language, there are substantial risks that this process may introduce doctrinal errors or obscure evidence of its ancient origin. To guard against these risks, the First Presidency and Council of the Twelve give close personal supervision to the translation of scriptures from English into other languages and have not authorized efforts to express the doctrinal content of the Book of Mormon in familiar or modern English. (These concerns do not pertain to publications by the Church for children.)" (Ensign, Apr. 1993, 74).
Church Magazines
The First Presidency has consistently encouraged members of the Church to read the Church magazines. Local Church leaders should encourage members to have the Church magazines in their homes. These magazines contain the Lord's guidance given through latter-day prophets. Church magazines strengthen faith in the Savior and provide inspired direction for personal challenges.
The stake president and bishop may assign their executive secretaries to coordinate Church magazine subscription efforts (see Handbook 1, 13.3.4 and 13.4.4). Bishoprics may also call a ward magazine representative and appoint others to assist. If a ward magazine representative is called, he helps plan and direct Church magazine campaigns, helps members begin or renew subscriptions, and teaches members the benefits of subscribing to the Church magazines.
Members can subscribe to the Church magazines through Church Distribution Services. In some areas, members can subscribe by filling out the subscription form on the Church magazines' Web pages.
Church Name and Logotype
The Church's name and logotype are key Church identifiers. They are registered as trademarks or are otherwise legally protected worldwide. They should be used only according to the following guidelines.
Local units may use the written name of the Church (not the logotype) when all of the following conditions are met:
The Church's official logotype (see the front cover of this handbook) is to be used only for items approved by the Correlation Department at Church headquarters. Examples of these items are:
The logotype may not be used as a decorative element or a computer screen saver. Nor may it be used in any personal, commercial, or promotional way, such as on family history books, T-shirts, buttons, or banners. Questions may be directed to:Intellectual Property Office
50 East North Temple Street, Room 1888
Salt Lake City, UT 84150-0018
Telephone: 1-801-240-3959 or 1-800-453-3860, extension 2-3959
Fax: 1-801-240-1187
E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com
As authorized by the Church's presiding councils, some Church units are provided computers for purposes such as record keeping and family history. The stake president oversees the placement and use of computers in the stake. Guidelines for obtaining and managing Church computers are available from Church headquarters or the assigned administrative office. These guidelines provide information about matters such as hardware and software, donated computers, Internet connections, repairs, disposal of computers, stolen or damaged computers, security, and use by members.
Where necessary, stake presidents arrange to make ward and stake computers available for members to use family history programs. Ward and stake computers are not authorized for other personal uses.
Computers should be placed so members of the bishopric and clerks can process members' weekly contributions in privacy.
For restrictions on duplicating computer software, see 21.1.12.
Copyrighted Materials
The laws governing creative works and their permissible use vary from one country to another. The Church policies outlined in this section are consistent with international treaties that are applicable in most countries. For simplicity, this section refers to a creator's rights as "copyright." However, certain of these rights may be known by different names in some countries.
Copyright is protection given by law to the creators of original works of authorship that are expressed in a tangible form, including:
Church members should strictly observe all copyright laws. Generally, only copyright owners may authorize duplication (copying), distribution, public performance, public display, or derivatives of their work. Using a work in any of these ways without authorization from the copyright owner is contrary to Church policy and may also subject the Church or the user to legal liability.
A user of a work should assume that it is protected by copyright. Published works usually include a copyright notice, such as "© 1959 by John Doe." (For sound recordings, the symbol is ℗.) However, a copyright notice is not required for legal protection. Similarly, the fact that a publication is out of print does not nullify its copyright or justify duplicating, distributing, performing, displaying, or making derivatives of it without permission.
The Church's Intellectual Property Office (IPO) assists in processing requests to use copyrighted Church materials or programs, including materials that are copyrighted by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. (IRI). IRI is a separate, nonprofit corporation that owns the intellectual property used by the Church. Additional information on requesting the use of Church-owned materials can be found by following the "Terms of Use" link on LDS.org.
The following questions and answers may help members understand and abide by copyright laws when using copyrighted materials at church and at home. If members have questions that are not answered in these guidelines, they may contact:Intellectual Property Office
50 East North Temple Street, Room 1888
Salt Lake City, UT 84150-0018
Telephone: 1-801-240-3959 or 1-800-453-3860, extension 2-3959
Fax: 1-801-240-1187
E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com
Can I copy pictures from Church magazines? Pictures in Church publications may usually be copied for noncommercial Church, home, and family use. However, they may not be copied for commercial purposes without specific written permission from the IPO. If a picture is restricted from being copied, words such as "may not be copied" will appear in the credits for the image.
Can I copy published Church materials? Church publications may usually be copied for noncommercial Church, home, and family use. No commercial use may be made of Church materials without specific written permission from the IPO.
Can I copy music? Special copyright laws apply to music. A person may copy music from Hymns, the Children's Songbook, and Church magazines for noncommercial Church, home, and family use except where a restriction is expressly noted on the hymn or song. Duplicating printed or recorded music without authorization from the copyright owner is contrary to Church policy. Music that has been duplicated contrary to this policy must not be used for Church purposes.
Can I alter, copy, or segment Church-produced audiovisual materials? Not unless such use is specifically authorized by the IPO. Church-produced audiovisual materials should be used in accordance with prescribed instructions in the manuals and on the packaging materials.
Can I copy materials that are not owned by the Church? Generally not. Copyright laws govern
Can I show commercial audiovisual products at Church functions? Generally not. Church members should not violate warnings and restrictions that are placed on commercial audiovisual products. Using commercial audiovisual products at Church functions generally requires permission from the copyright owners.
Can I download or duplicate computer software and other programs for Church use? Generally not. Computer programs and other software may not be duplicated or downloaded unless all licenses have been appropriately purchased. As an exception, Church family history programs may be downloaded at no charge.
Can I download or distribute materials that I find on Church Web sites? The Church has created several Web sites, such as LDS.org, Mormon.org, and FamilySearch.org. Unless otherwise indicated, all material on Church-owned Web sites, including visuals, text, icons, displays, databases, and general information, may be viewed, downloaded, and printed for noncommercial Church, home, and family use only. Material from these sites may not be posted, transcribed, or distributed to other Web sites or computer networks without permission from the IPO.
Church-owned sites and any information on these sites, including the names and addresses of those who have submitted information, may not be used for selling or promoting products or services, soliciting clients, or any other commercial purpose.
For additional information, see the terms of use associated with the Web sites.
What permission is needed to present musical and theatrical productions? Productions that are owned by the Church or IRI may be performed in Church settings without permission from Church headquarters. If a copyrighted production is not owned by the Church, members must obtain the copyright owner's permission to perform all or part of it in a Church setting. Usually the copyright owner requires fees or royalties even if no charge is made for the performances. All presentations should have the approval of local priesthood leaders.
Curriculum Materials
The Church makes available scriptures, magazines, manuals, books, and other materials to help members learn and live the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Priesthood and auxiliary leaders encourage members to obtain copies of the scriptures and other curriculum materials to use in their homes and at church.
Leaders ensure that teachers use Church-approved materials for quorum and class instruction. The publication Instructions for Curriculum provides information about how to organize Sunday classes and which materials to use for lessons.
Dating or Get-Acquainted Businesses for Single Members
Dating and get-acquainted businesses often promote their services to single members of the Church. Church meetinghouses, classes, or programs may not be used to promote any private business venture, including dating and get-acquainted businesses or services. Lists of Church groups or other information about members should not be given to such businesses.
Stake and ward directories may be published according to the following instructions:
Names, addresses, and phone numbers may be included in a directory only if they are listed in a commercial telephone directory or, if they are unlisted, if the member gives permission. E-mail addresses may be included only with the member's permission.
Stake or ward budget funds are used to pay for directories. Directories may not contain advertising.
Leaders should not distribute directories outside the stake or ward boundaries or permit their use for commercial or political purposes.
The beginning of each directory should include a statement that it is to be used only for Church purposes and should not be copied without permission of the bishop or stake president.
Emigration of Members
Generally, members are encouraged to remain in their native lands to build up and strengthen the Church. Opportunities for Church activity and for receiving and sharing the blessings of
Experience has shown that those who emigrate often encounter language, cultural, and economic challenges, resulting in disappointment and personal and family difficulties.
Missionaries should not ask their parents, relatives, or others to sponsor members who wish to emigrate to other countries.
Members who emigrate to any country should comply with applicable laws.
When coming to the United States or other countries on student or tourist visas, members should not expect to find jobs or obtain permanent visas after entering that country.
To be considered for Church employment in any country, a person must meet all conditions of immigration and naturalization laws. The Church does not sponsor immigration through Church employment.
Fast Day
A proper fast day observance typically includes abstaining from food and drink for two consecutive meals in a 24-hour period, attending fast and testimony meeting, and giving a generous fast offering to help care for those in need.
See 13.6.8.
Gambling and Lotteries
The Church opposes gambling in any form, including government-sponsored lotteries.
Guest Speakers or Instructors
For most Church meetings, speakers and instructors should belong to the local ward or stake.
The bishop's approval is required before guest speakers or instructors may participate in any ward meeting, including auxiliary meetings. The stake president's approval is required for such participation in stake meetings.
The bishop or stake president carefully screens guest speakers or instructors and the subjects of their presentations. This may include contacting the person's bishop. The bishop or stake president ensures that:
Income Taxes
Church members are obligated by the twelfth article of faith to obey the tax laws of the nation where they reside (see also D&C 134:5). Members who disapprove of tax laws may try to have them changed by legislation or constitutional amendment. Members who have well-founded legal objections may challenge tax laws in the courts.
Church members who refuse to file a tax return, pay required income taxes, or comply with a final judgment in a tax case are in direct conflict with the law and with the teachings of the Church. Such members may be ineligible for a temple recommend and should not be called to positions of principal responsibility in the Church. Members who are convicted of willfully violating tax laws are subject to Church discipline to the extent warranted by the circumstances.
When carefully used, the Internet can help coordinate the work of the Church, strengthen faith, and minister to the needs of others. The Internet can also help people connect with one another and share Church content with friends and family. However, members should remember that electronic communication should not replace opportunities for in-person contact, where feasible.
Official Church Internet Resources
The Church provides a number of official websites, blogs, and social media profiles for general use. These sites and resources are clearly identified as official either by the use of the Church logo or in some equivalent manner. They also comply with legal requirements and the Church's intellectual property and privacy policies.
Members' Use of the Internet in Church Callings
Members may not create websites, blogs, or social media profiles on behalf of the Church or to officially represent the Church and its views. However, they may create websites, blogs, or social media profiles to assist with their callings. When doing so, members must include a disclaimer such as "This is not an official website of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints" and comply with the following guidelines:
Please see internet.lds.org for additional examples and clarification.
For help with the calendar, directory, and other tools on LDS.org, please visit tools.lds.org.
Personal Internet Use
Members are encouraged to use the Internet to flood the earth with testimonies of the Savior and His restored gospel. They should view blogs, social networks, and other Internet technologies as tools that allow them to amplify their voice in promoting the messages of peace, hope, and joy that accompany faith in Christ.
Members are encouraged to share messages from official Church websites and social accounts, as well as their own words, images, and media. As members express their own thoughts and feelings, they should not give the impression that they represent or are sponsored by the Church.
As members use the Internet to hasten the work of the Lord, they should exemplify civility and focus on sharing praiseworthy messages that strengthen those with whom they come in contact.
Search "Internet Usage Helps for Members" on LDS.org to find additional guidelines.
Laws of the Land
Members should obey, honor, and sustain the laws in any country where they reside or travel (see D&C 58:21–22; Articles of Faith 1:12). This includes laws that prohibit proselyting.
Members' Communication with Church Headquarters
Members of the Church are discouraged from making telephone calls or writing letters to General Authorities about doctrinal issues or personal matters. With an ever-increasing Church membership, responding personally to these inquiries presents an almost insurmountable task and would make it difficult for General Authorities to fulfill the duties for which they alone are responsible. The General Authorities love the members of the Church and do not want them to feel that they are without the support and guidance they need. However, all things need to be done with wisdom and order.
The Lord has organized His Church so every member has access to a bishop or branch president and a stake, district, or mission president who serve as spiritual advisers and temporal counselors. By reason of their callings, these
Members who need spiritual guidance, have weighty personal problems, or have doctrinal questions should make a diligent effort, including earnest prayer and scripture study, to find solutions and answers themselves. Church members are encouraged to seek guidance from the Holy Ghost to help them in their personal lives and in their family and Church responsibilities.
If members still need help, they should counsel first with their bishop. If necessary, he may refer them to the stake president.
In most cases, correspondence from members to General Authorities will be referred back to their local leaders. Stake presidents who need clarification about doctrinal or other Church matters may write in behalf of their members to the First Presidency.
Members' Occupations, Professions, and Affiliations
Baptism into the Church, priesthood ordinations, and the issuing of temple recommends are based on the personal worthiness of each individual as established by a careful interview by that person's local priesthood leaders. Members of the Church should endeavor to be involved in activities and employment upon which they can in good conscience ask the blessings of the Lord and which are consistent with the principles of the gospel and the teachings of the Savior.
Members with Disabilities
Church members are encouraged to follow the Savior's example of offering hope, understanding, and love to those who have disabilities. Priesthood and auxiliary leaders should get to know those who have disabilities and show genuine interest and concern.
Priesthood and auxiliary leaders also identify members who may need additional care because a parent, child, or sibling has a disability. Caring for a family member who has a disability can be a refining process that builds faith. But it can also contribute to financial, marital, and family challenges.
Priesthood and auxiliary leaders also seek out members with disabilities who are living in group homes or other facilities away from family members.
Increasing Awareness and Understanding
Leaders, teachers, and other members should seek to understand a person's disability and any needs that may be associated with it. They can increase their understanding by talking with the person and his or her family members. They can also read talks by Church leaders, articles in Church magazines, and online resources at disabilities.lds.org.
Giving Assistance
Priesthood and auxiliary leaders assess the needs of those who have disabilities and those who are caregivers. These leaders determine how ward or stake resources could be used to help meet the needs as appropriate. Leaders encourage members to give assistance and reach out in love and friendship. The bishopric or stake presidency may call a ward or stake disability specialist to help individuals and families.
Leaders may also identify appropriate community resources that could help individuals who have disabilities and their families.
For additional information on assisting persons who have disabilities, leaders and members may go to disabilities.lds.org. Leaders may also contact LDS Family Services (where available).
Leaders and members should not attempt to explain why the challenge of a disability has come to a family. They should never suggest that a disability is a punishment from God (see John 9:2–3). Nor should they suggest that it is a blessing to have a child who has a disability.
Providing Ordinances
When considering whether to perform ordinances for a person who has an intellectual disability, priesthood leaders follow the guidelines in Handbook 1, 16.1.8.
Providing Opportunities to Serve and Participate
Many members with disabilities can serve in nearly any Church assignment. Priesthood and auxiliary leaders prayerfully consider the abilities and desires of each person and then provide appropriate opportunities to serve. Leaders also counsel with the person's family and consider the effects of a Church calling on the person and his or her family or caregiver.
When considering Church assignments or callings for caregivers of people with disabilities, leaders carefully consider the circumstances of the individuals and their families.
The bishopric may call an assistant teacher to help a person in a class. The bishopric may also ask someone to help a person in a meeting or activity.
If a person cannot participate in a meeting, class, or activity, leaders and teachers may consult with the family about how to meet his or her needs. The stake president or bishop may approve organizing special classes or programs for members with disabilities (see "Organizing Special Classes, Programs, or Units" below). If a person is not able to attend Church meetings, printed materials or recordings of lessons and talks may be provided.
Priesthood leaders encourage males who hold the priesthood to participate in ordinances when appropriate. Priesthood holders and women ages 12 and older who have been baptized and confirmed and who are worthy may be baptized and confirmed for the dead in a temple. Guidelines about members with disabilities receiving their own temple ordinances are provided in Handbook 1, 3.3.3.
Organizing Special Classes, Programs, or Units
Members who have disabilities and special needs are encouraged to attend Sunday meetings in their home wards unless they live in a care facility where Church programs are organized.
When members who have similar disabilities live in a ward, group of wards, stake, or group of stakes, leaders may organize special Mutual or Primary classes or programs for them. Leaders may also organize special Sunday School classes or other classes. These classes or programs supplement a person's home ward program.
To organize a special class or program on a multistake level, approval is required from the Area Presidency. These leaders appoint an agent stake president to oversee the initial organization and the continuing operation of a class or program for a specified time.
To organize a special class or program on a multiward level, the stake presidency's approval is required. The stake president assigns an agent bishop to oversee the initial organization and the continuing operation of a class or program for a specified time.
The agent stake president or bishop consults with other participating stake presidents or bishops to establish a policy for financial support for these classes or programs. Parents or caregivers are responsible for transportation.
If a multistake class or program is organized, the president of each participating stake may appoint a high councilor to help coordinate efforts to enroll members who want to participate, provide leaders and teachers, and administer the financial policy established by the agent stake president.
Members who serve in a special class or program are called and set apart by or under the direction of the agent stake president or bishop. These leaders follow normal Church procedures for extending callings and releases. Leaders and teachers of a special class or program share information about members' activities and accomplishments with leaders of home wards, where permanent records are kept and recognition can be given.
As invited by the agent stake president or bishop, leaders of a special class or program may attend stake or ward leadership meetings. They may also conduct their own meetings to plan the activities of the class or program.
Leaders may contact Seminaries and Institutes of Religion administrators to learn about classes for members with disabilities that can be established within the Church Educational System.
Wards or branches may be created for members who are deaf or hearing impaired. Or a ward may be asked to host a group for those who are deaf or hearing impaired within a specified geographic area. Such wards, branches, or groups help these members participate fully in service and gospel learning. Instructions for organizing these units are provided in Handbook 1, 9.1.4 and 9.1.10.
Members who use sign language, and their families, may choose to have their Church membership records in one of the following places: (1) their home ward, (2) a ward that is designated to host a group for members who are deaf or hearing impaired, or (3) a ward or branch that is organized for members who are deaf or hearing impaired.
Interpreters for Deaf or Hearing-Impaired Members
Members who are deaf or hearing impaired face communication obstacles in learning gospel principles and doctrines. If they use sign language, they need interpreters to help them participate fully in Church meetings, priesthood ordinances, temple work, testimony bearing, interviews, and activities.
Members who are deaf or hearing impaired are encouraged to be self-reliant and take the initiative to work with their priesthood leaders in coordinating the interpreting services they need. In preparation for sensitive situations such as personal interviews or Church disciplinary councils, priesthood leaders consult with the member to determine whether to use an interpreter. In these circumstances, leaders should seek an interpreter who is not a family member (if possible) and emphasize confidentiality.
If sufficient interpreters are not available, leaders may organize ward or stake classes to teach the sign language that is used in their area. Leaders may call qualified members to teach these classes. Members who are deaf or hearing impaired and use sign language as their native language should be considered first to teach the classes. A helpful resource is Dictionary of Sign Language Terms for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Only worthy members should interpret during sacrament meetings, priesthood meetings, and interviews. If a priesthood holder is not available to interpret during priesthood meeting, a presiding officer may ask a woman to do the interpretation. Nonmember interpreters may be used temporarily as volunteers in activities and most other meetings until members develop the skills to interpret.
A presiding officer may ask a priesthood holder to interpret an ordinance or blessing if the recipient is deaf or hearing impaired. If a priesthood holder is not available, a presiding officer may ask a woman to do the interpretation.
During a class or meeting, interpreters should be at the front of the classroom or chapel but not on the stand. They should also be to the side of the speaker so they do not create a visual distraction. Because understanding is enhanced by seeing the lips and body language of the person who is speaking, the deaf or hearing-impaired members should be able to see the interpreter and also be able to see the speaker or teacher peripherally. If enough interpreters are available, leaders ask them to rotate approximately every 30 minutes to avoid fatigue.
During a priesthood ordinance or an interview, the interpreter should be close to the person who performs the ordinance or conducts the interview.
If deaf or hearing-impaired members do not use sign language and need an oral interpreter to help them read lips, leaders use the same procedures they follow to find an interpreter who uses sign language.
Leaders should respect the privacy of members with disabilities during and after leadership meetings where individual needs may be discussed.
Resources for members with disabilities, for their families and caregivers, and for leaders and teachers are available at disabilities.lds.org. This Web site provides:
Church materials for members with disabilities are listed in the Church Materials Catalog and at disabilities.lds.org.
Questions about materials for members with disabilities may be addressed to:Members with Disabilities
50 East North Temple Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84150-0024
Telephone: 1-801-240-2477
E-mail: email@example.com
Other Faiths
Much that is inspiring, noble, and worthy of the highest respect is found in many other faiths. Missionaries and other members must be sensitive and respectful toward the beliefs of others and avoid giving offense. Stake and mission presidents who have questions about relationships with non-Christian faiths should contact the Area Presidency. Other local leaders who have
Political and Civic Activity
As citizens, Church members are encouraged to participate in political and governmental affairs, including involvement in the political party of their choice. Members are also urged to be actively engaged in worthy causes to improve their communities and make them wholesome places in which to live and rear families.
In accordance with the laws of their respective governments, members are encouraged to register to vote, to study issues and candidates carefully, and to vote for individuals whom they believe will act with integrity and sound judgment. Latter-day Saints have a special obligation to seek out, vote for, and uphold leaders who are honest, good, and wise (see D&C 98:10).
While affirming the right of expression on political and social issues, the Church is neutral regarding political parties, political platforms, and candidates for political office. The Church does not endorse any political party or candidate. Nor does it advise members how to vote. However, in some exceptional instances the Church will take a position on specific legislation, particularly when it concludes that moral issues are involved. Only the First Presidency can speak for the Church or commit the Church to support or oppose specific legislation or to seek to intervene in judicial matters. Otherwise, stake presidents and other local leaders should not organize members to participate in political matters or attempt to influence how they participate.
Church members are encouraged to consider serving in elected or appointed public offices in local and national government. Candidates for public office should not imply that their candidacy is endorsed by the Church or its leaders. Church leaders and members should also avoid statements or conduct that might be interpreted as Church endorsement of any political party, platform, policy, or candidate.
Members are encouraged to support measures that strengthen the moral fabric of society, particularly those designed to maintain and strengthen the family as the fundamental unit of society.
Church records, directories, and similar materials may not be used for political purposes.
Church facilities may not be used for political purposes. However, facilities may be used for voter registration or polling where there is not a reasonable alternative (see 21.2).
Postal Regulations
In the United States and some other countries, it is a violation of postal regulations to place any material without postage in or on mailboxes. This restriction applies to ward or stake newsletters, announcements, flyers, and other Church-related materials. Church leaders should instruct members and missionaries not to place such items in or on mailboxes.
Privacy of Members
Church leaders are obligated to protect the privacy of members. Church records, directories, and similar materials may not be used for personal, commercial, or political purposes (see also 21.1.15).
Privately Published Writings
Members should not ask General Authorities or Area Seventies to coauthor or endorse Church books or other Church writings.
Recording Talks or Addresses of General Authorities and Area Seventies
Church members should not record the talks or addresses that General Authorities and Area Seventies give at stake conferences, missionary meetings, or other meetings. However, members may record broadcasts of general conference on home equipment for personal, noncommercial use.
Referring to the Church and Its Members
As the Church grows across boundaries, cultures, and languages, the use of its revealed name, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (see D&C 115:4), is increasingly important in the responsibility of the Church and its members to proclaim the name of the Savior throughout all the world. Accordingly, references to the Church should include its full name whenever possible. Following an initial reference to the full name of the Church, the contractions "the Church" or "the Church of Jesus Christ" are acceptable.
When referring to Church members, it is preferable to use the phrase "members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints." As a shortened reference, "Latter-day Saints" is preferred and "Mormons" is acceptable.
The word Mormon will continue to be used in proper names like the Book of Mormon and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. It will also continue to be used as an adjective in phrases such as "Mormon pioneers." In addition, it may be necessary to use the word Mormon to identify the Church as it is commonly known in some countries.
Research Studies in the Church
The only authorized research agency of the Church is the Correlation Research Division of the Correlation Department. Representatives of this division use questionnaires and interviews to obtain information on issues of concern to General Authorities. When Church-authorized researchers contact members, they provide the Church's toll-free number and a contact name at headquarters. In addition, they always allow the respondent the option of not answering any or all of the questions on a survey.
Church meetings may not be used for collecting information by unauthorized persons or agencies. Nor should the names of Church members be made available to such persons or agencies. If local leaders want to verify the authorization of questionnaires or interviews, they should contact the Correlation Research Division (1-801-240-2727 or 1-800-453-3860, extension 2-2727).
Sales Agents
Local leaders should not accept the claims of sales agents that the Church or a Church leader has authorized them to call on local leaders or members to sell their products.
Satellite and Video Equipment
Church satellite and video equipment may be used only for noncommercial, Church-related purposes as authorized by the stake presidency or bishopric. This equipment may not be used to record television, cable, or satellite programs that are not sponsored by the Church. Nor may Church satellite equipment be used to view non-Church programs. Members may not direct the antenna from one satellite or transponder to another without authorization from Church headquarters.
Only people who are trained to operate the equipment may do so. Youth may help operate it only if they are supervised.
All equipment is to be locked securely when not in use. It may not be removed from the building for home or personal use.
Solicitation of Funds
The established programs of the Church provide financial assistance for worthy individuals and appropriate causes. Church assistance is administered by bishops, who are familiar with the circumstances and can prevent duplicate assistance and abuses. Therefore, members should not solicit additional financial assistance from Church headquarters or from local leaders or members.
If members receive such a request for funds, they could respond by saying that they have contributed in their own wards to provide funds for assistance according to established principles of Church welfare.
Statements Attributed to Church Leaders
From time to time, statements are circulated that are inaccurately attributed to leaders of the Church. Many such statements distort current Church teachings and are based on rumors and innuendos. They are never transmitted officially, but by word of mouth, e-mail, or other informal means. Church members should not teach or pass on such statements without verifying that they are from approved Church sources, such as official statements, communications, and publications.
Any notes made when General Authorities, Area Seventies, or other general Church officers speak at stake conferences or other meetings should not be distributed without the consent of the speaker. Personal notes are for individual use only.
Symposia and Similar Gatherings
The Church warns its members against symposia and similar gatherings that include presentations that (1) disparage, ridicule, make light of, or are otherwise inappropriate in their treatment of sacred matters or (2) could injure the Church, detract from its mission, or jeopardize its members' well-being. Members should not allow their position or standing in the Church
Taxable Activities
Ward and stake leaders ensure that local Church activities do not jeopardize the Church's tax-exempt status. For guidelines, see 21.2.
Temple Clothing and Garments
Endowed members are encouraged to purchase their own temple clothing for use when performing temple ordinances. This sacred clothing may be purchased through Church Distribution Services. Some temples also have temple clothing available for rent. If a temple does not have rental clothing, members need to bring temple clothing with them.
Members may make their own temple aprons only if they use the approved apron embroidery and sewing kit that is available through Church Distribution Services. Other temple ceremonial clothing may not be made. Nor may temple garments be made.
Church members who have been clothed with the garment in a temple have taken upon themselves a covenant obligation to wear it according to the instructions given in the endowment. The garment provides a constant reminder of the covenants made in a temple. When properly worn, it provides protection against temptation and evil. Wearing the garment is also an outward expression of an inward commitment to follow the Savior.
Endowed members should wear the temple garment both day and night. They should not remove it, either entirely or partially, to work in the yard or for other activities that can reasonably be done with the garment worn properly beneath the clothing. Nor should they remove it to lounge around the home in swimwear or immodest clothing. When they must remove the garment, such as for swimming, they should put it back on as soon as possible.
Members should not adjust the garment or wear it contrary to instructions in order to accommodate different styles of clothing. Nor should they alter the garment from its authorized design. When two-piece garments are used, both pieces should always be worn.
The garment is sacred and should be treated with respect at all times. Garments should be kept off the floor. They should also be kept clean and mended. After garments are washed, they should not be hung in public areas to dry. Nor should they be displayed or exposed to the view of people who do not understand their significance.
Members who have made covenants in the temple should be guided by the Holy Spirit to answer for themselves personal questions about wearing the garment.
To dispose of worn-out temple garments, members should cut out and destroy the marks. Members then cut up the remaining fabric so it cannot be identified as a garment. Once the marks are removed, the fabric is not considered sacred.
To dispose of worn-out temple ceremonial clothing, members should destroy the clothing by cutting it up so the original use cannot be recognized.
Members may give garments and temple clothing that are in good condition to other worthy endowed members. The bishop can identify those who might need such clothing. Under no circumstances should members give garments or temple ceremonial clothing to Deseret Industries, bishops' storehouses, or charities.
Information about ordering temple clothing or ordering garments for those in special circumstances (such as members serving in the military, members who are bedfast, or members with disabilities) is provided in Handbook 1, 3.4.
Travel Policies
See 13.6.24.
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America: Meet Shay Shine, Your New Dunking HeroPosted by rtmsf on December 5th, 2010
Back in October many of us fell in man-love with Pepperdine's Keion Bell, as he used his transcendent hops to leap over tall buildings and a conga line of people during a Midnight Madness dunk contest. It was beyond tremendous, but it was artificial… synthetic… contrived.
Meet Shay Shine, a 6'2 junior from High Point University. In tonight's game against UNC-Asheville, he received the ball on an outlet pass on the left side of the floor. Only 6'10 sophomore DJ Cunningham stood in his way to the rim. In a soaring foray to the goal incredibly reminiscent of the Baron Davis dunk over 7-footer Andrei Kirilenko in the 2007 NBA Playoffs, Shine polished him off. Ridiculously. To the point where we're not sure if Cunningham will ever be able to show his face in the Piedmont Triangle Triad area again.
Shine's dunk was quite clearly the top play on Saturday's Sportscenter, and we expect to see more from him this season. Follow him @Shineboy11 on Twitter (which he needs to update with props to himself). We'll be watching.
(side note: what is it with UNC-Asheville centers getting posterized in horribly emasculating ways? Remember this one from three seasons ago?)


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Career development, undertaken by the employee, with support and encouragement from management, helps build lifelong careers and achieve long-term work/life satisfaction. Assisting individuals with developing their career potential helps the University of Michigan to recruit and retain the talent necessary to be a great public university.
Today's workforce is not satisfied simply with finding a job, but is intent on establishing a career. Career pathing and development are invaluable for employees who seek long-term growth within our organization.
Whether you are planning your career or helping others to plan theirs, this web site will direct you to a wealth of information, resources and tools for career self-assessment, planning, preparation and job search.
Career Path Navigator
The U-M Career Path Navigator is designed as a general guide to assist in your personal career planning. This site will show you how your current position relates to other market titles in the U-M Career Family Classification System. The site allows you to review and compare positions and even career changes. Additionally, you'll be able to see what actual market title moves have been made by other staff members.
More Career Development Resources
- U-M Job Postings
- Alumni Association Lifelong Learning
- Center for the Education of Women
- Community Assistance Directory
- Career and Professional Development
- Michigan Medicine Leadership Development Programs
- U.S. Department of Labor Career OneStop
- The Voices Career Development team has created a reference guide to help you get the U-M career you want.
Recommended Reading
General Career Development
What Color is Your Parachute? 2017: A Practical Manual for job Hunters and Career Changers, by Richard Nelson Bolles; Ten Speed Press (2007)
The Adventures of Johnny Bunko: The Last Career Guide You'll Ever Need, (Free resource for U-M employees through Mirlyn) by Daniel H. Pink; Riverhead Trade (2008)
Escape the Mid-Career Doldrums: What to do Next When You're Bored, Burned Out, Retired or Fired, by Marcia L. Worthing; Wiley (2007)
The Promotable Woman, by Norma Carr-Ruffino; Career Press (2004)
Career Match: Connecting Who You Are with What You'll Love to Do, by Shoya Zichy and Ann Bidou; AMACOM (2007)
Self Assessment and Readiness
Please Understand Me: Character and Temperament Types, by David Keirsey and Marilyn Bates; Prometheus Nemesis Book Co. (1997)
Professional Development
What Got You Here Won't Get You There: How Successful People Become Even More Successful, by Marshall Goldsmith and Mark Reiter; Hyperion (2007)
Job Search and Preparation
Every Woman's Essential Job Hunting & Resume Book, by Laura Morin; Adams Publications
Knock 'Em Dead 2008: The Ultimate Job Seeker's Handbook, by Martin John Yate; Adams
Better Resumes for Executives and Professionals, by Robert F. Wilson and Adele B. Lewis; Barron's Educational Series
Resumes for Dummies, by Joyce Lain Kennedy (2007)
Job Interviews for Dummies, by Joyce Lain Kennedy (2008)
175 High Impact Cover Letters, 3rd Edition, by Richard H. Beatty; Wiley (2002)


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Gunmen kill Egypt policeman as 1 killed in protest
CAIRO (AP) — Gunmen killed a police officer Friday in northern Egypt who worked as a guard for a judge hearing a case against the country's ousted president as his supporters held scattered demonstrations that saw one person killed, authorities said.
The police officer had been riding a motorcycle in the Nile Delta city of Mansoura when gunmen on another motorbike opened fire on him, the Interior Ministry said in a statement on its official Facebook page.
A security official said the slain officer guarded a judge in one of four trials facing toppled Islamist President Mohammed Morsi. The official said the officer was killed on his way from the judge's home.
Officials also said they dismantled a homemade bomb on a main bridge in the north of Cairo.
A series of bombings and targeted killings, mainly striking security forces and installations, have hit the country since the military overthrow of Morsi in July.
Authorities largely blame the attacks on Islamic militants loyal to the ousted president. Violence initially surged last summer in the restive Sinai Peninsula before gradually spilling over into Nile Delta cities and the capital.
Meanwhile, hundreds of Morsi supporters took to the streets on Friday, the traditional Muslim day of prayer, to denounce the military-backed government and call on the release of their fellows detained during other demonstrations. They've been regularly protesting Friday since Morsi's overthrow.
A health official said one person was killed during a clash between Morsi supporters and opponents in the Mediterranean city of Alexandria.
During protests in Cairo, Suez and Alexandria, police fired tear gas to disperse demonstrators.
In the eastern Cairo district of Ain Shams, security officials said supporters of Morsi's Muslim Brotherhood group used firearms and set fire to tires and trash cans in clashes that wounded a police officer and a conscript.
All officials spoke on condition of anonymity as they were not authorized to speak to journalists.
Egypt's military-backed interim government has cracked down hard on Islamists after Morsi's ouster, detaining thousands of them while putting the group's top leadership on trial.