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Agenda GLD-WG telecon 27 October 2011
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This is our thirteenth telecon.
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The agenda for this meeting will be:
- Recap of meeting two weeks ago (Phil Archer on SEMIC.EU (~5 minutes)
- Proposal to accept the minutes from the 10-13 meeting
- Review Tracker Actions, Issues
- Update on Open Government Data Camp 2011 by several attendees in the GLD WG (~30 min)
- Bernadette's keynote on W3C GLD WG Status & government data as LOD
- OGD Camp 2011 Opening Keynote from Neelie Kroes, VP European Commission
- Andrew Stott on Transparency Board & UK Data Consultations
- Open Data Wish List for 2012 from OGDCamp attendees
- Open Government Data Camp 2011 Day One by Raminetinati
- Open Government Data Camp 2011 Day Two by Raminetinati
- Planning for the January 2012 F2F at DERI (Galway Ireland) (~15 min)
- Next Meeting preparation (~10 minutes)
- Adjourn
- W3C TPAC next week 31-Oct to 4-Nov 2011.
- Registrants List.
- Jeanne Holme and Phil Archer will be running sessions on eGov IG 31-Oct to 1-Nov 2011. Agenda for eGov Interest Group sessions at TPAC, remote participation by GLD WG members is encouraged.
- W3C LD Workshop Linked Enterprise Data Patterns
- See also this W3 SW blog post
- W3C Social Business Jam 8-10 November 2011, online, Registration
- W3Conf: Practical Standards for Web Professionals 15-16 November 2011, Redmond, Washington USA, Info on this public conference, Registration info
- SemTech in Washington DC, USA 29 Nov to 1 Dec 2011 Sem Tech Biz DC 2011
* W3C GLD WG Second F2F, @ DERI Galway, 25-26 Jan 2012
- SemTech in Berlin, Germany 6-7 Feb 2012 Sem Tech Biz Berlin 2012
- Highly recommended article by TimBL 6-Oct-2011, Steve Jobs and the actually usable computer Steve's mantra was 'Intuitive on the outside and extensible and cool engineering on the inside.'
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Former Delaware Valley football player Amadeus Hall and Monmouth player Tommy Hoerr each died and were laid to rest this past week.
Hoerr, 21, died after falling out of the back of a moving truck. He had just completed his junior year as a business major at Monmouth. Hall, 24, was a senior criminal justice major.
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Gordon Mann wrote more about Hall in a post on the Daily Dose.
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My daughter had decompression in 2008 and is now 17. She had immediate relief but lately some things have been coming up. Her symptoms are the headache in the back and front of head, back pain, fatiaque, seeing stars and neck pain. She had CM1 without syrnix. She had the MRI today and hopefully will have results tomorrow.
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President-elect Barack Obama recently announced his nomination of Steven Chu as the next Secretary of Energy.
Chu said that his interest in science goes back to elementary school, a crucial time in developing the scientists this nation, and the world, need in order to keep up with the changes that our lifestyle demands create.
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Chu shared a Nobel prize in physics for developing a method to trap atoms with laser light. As a scientist he can bring to the office an understanding of energy and a commitment to alternative energy concepts beyond politics and economics.
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I've been reading The Pain Chronicles by Melanie Thernstrom, a well-researched and fascinating book about pain viewed through the filters of history, literature, science, religion and the author's personal experiences. Of particular interest to me was the idea that disease is sometimes seen as metaphor. For example, a common 19th century belief about consumption (a.k.a. tuberculosis) was that it was a "spiritualizing struggle between the body and the soul, in which mortal flesh was slowly consumed in a way that heightened both beauty and creativity." This view seems sort of silly now that we know tuberculosis is caused by mycobacterium tuberculosis. Similarly, cancer was once seen as a sign of repression, and HIV was originally viewed as punishment for homosexuality, both of which have similarly been proven false after the mechanisms of the disease were discovered.
This is when it occurred to me that obesity is still seen as a disease of metaphor.
Obese people have been assigned many traits by mainstream culture. They're weak-willed. They're lazy. They don't […]


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Nearly three months after announcing her diagnosis with myelodysplastic syndromes (M.D.S), Good Morning America's Robin Roberts is beginning her leave of absence from the show in order to devote time to her treatment. Roberts was slated to finish the week, but family issues have forced her to start her leave prematurely.
It was an emotional GMA this morning as Roberts said her goodbyes, promising to return healthier than ever so they better "keep her seat warm." As cheesy as GMA can be, it's clear that the anchors, unlike the Today crew, seem to genuinely like one another. George Stephanopoulos, who's reporting from the RNC in Tampa, seemed sincerely disappointed that he couldn't be there to send her off, while her fellow anchors provided her with supportive gifts and kind thoughts.
Meanwhile, Roberts sat down with her sister (who is also her bone marrow donor) and her doctor to discuss the reality of her situation.
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A snakebite is when a snake bites a child. The snake's venom can be poisonous.
Both venomous and nonvenomous snakes can bite. In the U.S., snakebites most often occur between April and October. Even a bite from a nonvenomous snake can cause an infection or allergic reaction in some children.
The most important thing to remember is to treat all snakebites as if they were venomous. Go to a hospital emergency room as fast as possible.
Snakes usually only bite when provoked. This can happen when a child accidentally steps on a snake.
Only about 25 types of snakes in the U.S. are venomous. The most common venomous snakes are:
Of those, rattlesnake bites cause most of the venomous bites in the U.S.
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Symptoms at or near the bite may include:
Symptoms affecting the body may include:
Healthcare providers will ask many questions and examine your child. It's important to find out what type of snake bit your child. This will help with treatment, especially if your child needs antivenin.
When a snakebite occurs, you should:
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I dropped off the first of Amy Coffin's 52 Weeks of Personal Genealogy questions to my grandma when I visited in June. She had them all filled out for me when I visited her at the beginning of the month. Although most of her answers were along the lines of "I don't remember," I did gather a few new details about her life.
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- My grandfather was apparently in the newspaper working on the Ohio River Front. I'd love to find that. Someone needs to digitize Cincinnati newspapers.


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2014 Kia Cadenza: Real World Review
Is America ready for a $41,900 Kia? It's a question I kept coming back to during my week with the 2014 Kia Cadenza premium sedan. The window sticker doesn't lie: The Cadenza starts at $35,100, and my test car had both the Technology Package ($3,000) and the Luxury Package ($3,000). Throw in an $800 destination charge and you have a Cadenza that costs more than a BMW 328i with a Technology Package of its own. It's getting real at your local Kia dealership.
Don't get me wrong, the Cadenza's got game. From its sophisticated styling and plentiful luxuries to its surprisingly strong V6 engine, this is a special car. But can it hold its own against luminaries like Chevrolet's reinvented Impala and Toyota's aggressive Avalon, or the previously mentioned 3 Series and the excellent new Infiniti Q50? For that matter, is it worth the price premium over the rewarding (and structurally similar) turbocharged Kia Optima? These were the thoughts running through my head as the Cadenza and I cruised the mean streets of L.A.
Power to Spare
To me, the Cadenza's most memorable trait is its eager power delivery, which is something I didn't expect at all. I knew the Hyundai/Kia corporate 3.3-liter V6 was under the hood, and my memories of this motor in the previous-generation Hyundai Sonata sedan were not positive ones. But I had overlooked a crucial detail: The 3.3 now features direct fuel injection, and I can report that it makes a world of difference. Deprived of direct injection, the old Sonata motor only made about 250 horsepower and felt soft relative to rival V6s. But the Cadenza's direct-injected version ups the ante to 293 hp, and the difference in driving feel is astounding. When you punch it in this car, you're going places -- throttle response is quick, energetic and generally a threat to your driving record. The Q50 is considerably faster, of course, but no Cadenza driver will ever grouse about a power shortage.
First-Class Ride
My Cadenza had hefty 19-inch wheels (part of the Luxury Package), and I figured they wouldn't take kindly to L.A.'s post-apocalyptic pavement. I figured wrong. Kia's chassis engineers have done an excellent job with the Cadenza's suspension, as they've created a compliant ride that's never harsh yet rarely floaty. That's a tough balance to strike when you're almost rolling on 20-inchers, and it makes the Cadenza's hefty price tag go down a little easier. Oh, and you can forget about road noise; on most surfaces, this Kia's about as quiet as it gets.
High-Quality, High-Tech Cabin
If you're playing in the $40,000 league, you better bring rich materials to the table, and that's mostly what you'll find inside the Cadenza. There are supple surfaces practically everywhere you touch, and I saw no obvious signs of cost-cutting from the driver seat. On the technology front, the crisp 7-in LCD gauge readout was a pleasant surprise, reminding me of a Jaguar XJ I'd driven recently -- except the Cadenza's display is higher-resolution with a faster frame rate. If I could change one thing about this cabin, I'd give it a better stereo. Although the Infinity sound system isn't bad, it's not one I'll remember fondly, either. It's just kind of there.
Okay, but $41,900?
First and foremost, there's no doubt that the 2014 Kia Cadenza is a competitive car in its class. The Impala and Avalon are strong rivals, of course -- and you also have the Chrysler 300 to consider -- but the Cadenza is unquestionably a legitimate player. And to be fair, cars like the 3 Series and Q50 technically compete in a different segment, so the target Cadenza buyer might not even be interested in those sportier models.
If there's one thing that gives me pause about the Cadenza, it's the simple fact that the cheaper Optima exists. Unlike the Camry, say, which is clearly a class down from the Avalon, the Optima is nice enough to blur the boundary between family sedan and premium sedan. And as good as the Cadenza's V6 is, I still prefer the Optima's engaging turbo four. Honestly, if it were my hard-earned cash, I'd pick up a turbocharged Optima SX for $30,000 or so and keep the change.
But if the Cadenza is more your style, I couldn't fault you for choosing it. Kia has a pair of highly appealing sedans on its hands, and that's a pretty good problem for an upstart automaker to have.


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This series of learning modules is designed for adaptation in an introductory Earth science or planetary science course. The modules actively engage students through Mars remote-sensing data and Earth-based analogs to understanding Mars geology.... (View More) Interviews with planetary scientists and geologists present current issues in planetary sciences. (View Less)
This module focuses on ultraviolet radiation on Earth and in space and how it affects life. Learners will construct their own "martian" using craft materials and UV beads. They will explore how UV radiation from the Sun can affect living things,... (View More) comparing conditions on Earth and Mars, and then discuss ways in which organisms may protect themselves from UV radiation. They will then take part in a Mars Creature Challenge, where they will change their creature to help it survive harsh UV conditions — like on Mars. They will then test their Mars creatures by subjecting them to different environmental conditions to see how well they "survive" in a martian environment. This investigation will explore shelter and protection as one of life's requirements and how Earth's atmosphere protects life from harmful UV radiation. It also includes specific tips for effectively engaging girls in STEM. This is activity 5 in Explore: Life on Mars? that was developed specifically for use in libraries. (View Less)
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In this activity, student teams will create a controlled experiment by building ecosystems in two 2-liter bottles. Teams determine the control conditions of both bottles, identify a test variable, and run the experiment for several weeks to... (View More) determine the role of the test variable in the system. The experiment uses living organisms such as aquatic plants or pond water microorganisms, a pH and ammonia test kit, light source and thermometer. Questions assessing understanding are provided. This resource is supported by Chapter 1, "What is Global System Science?" part of Global Systems Science (GSS), an interdisciplinary course for high school students that emphasizes how scientists from a wide variety of fields work together to understand significant problems of global impact. (View Less)
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This activity guides students through sampling, identification and counting of macroinvertebrates sampled in a GLOBE hydrology study site, and understand how the taxa composition found in the sample can be an indicator of water quality and ecosystem... (View More) health. The resource includes 8 field and laboratory protocols. This resource is a protocol within the Hydrology chapter of the GLOBE Teacher's Guide. GLOBE (Global Learning and Observation to Benefit the Environment) is a worldwide, hands-on, K-12 school-based science education program. (View Less)
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This activity is about the discovery of water ice on Mars. Learners will record and graph temperature data and use a model of an ice-rich and ice-free surface on Mars to examine how ice content in the martian soil would impact the temperature of a... (View More) Mars microbe after impact. A student information sheet introducing the subject of ice and the search for water on Mars is provided. The activity requires access to a freezer the night before the activity. Note: Find the latest information and updates on Mars missions at the NASA Mars Exploration website (see Related & Supplemental Resources to the right). (View Less)
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I must say, it is a supreme relief to my blood pressure that Joba Chamberlain has been relegated to the 7th inning position. Although it was made official on Wednesday, Joba's demotion from 8th inning guy to 7th inning guy had been made pretty apparent from the beginning of spring training. As soon as Rafael Soriano strolled into camp, and Joba showing up resembling Lard Lad, it was obvious that the Yankees bullpen would go Joba-Rafael-Mariano, with Joba being the only question mark. Yes, Joba Chamberlain was a bigger question mark than the 41-year-old closer.
Watching Joba last year was beyond excruciating. The Yankees have always had trouble with the "bridge" to Mariano, but seeing Joba was particularly bad because he had so much promise. In Joba's first season, 2007, he had a 0.38 ERA and 12.75 K/9. He also could have been a playoff hero, if not for the infestation of Cleveland by midges (the bugs of Satan). I still think Joba would have ended the bug problem if he ate one of the bugs to scare the other bugs off. If I was a bug, and I saw somebody who looks like Joba eat another of my kind, there would be no doubt in my mind that he was preparing for a buffet.
In 2008, Joba was deemed "ready" for the starting rotation after months of Hank Steinbrenner bitching to the press for an end to the asinine "Joba Rules". In retrospect, Hank's complaining was probably justified (for once), as the Yankees had coddled Joba for too long and were protecting him as if he was Baby Jesus. 2008 Joba was best known for receiving no run support and garnering 8 no-decisions. He still seemed primed for the future as being the Yankees number one starter.
Then 2009 happened. Joba's K/9 went way down, his K/BB rate almost reached even, he hit a league-leading 12 batters, and had control similar at times to that of a young Rick Ankiel. The problem, it appears, is in Joba's pitch selection.
Fastball 63.9% (92.5) Slider 22.2% (84.6) Curveball 9.2% (77.7) Changeup 4.6% (82.3)
Compared to 2008, Joba threw 2% less fastballs, 3% less sliders, and almost 2% more curveballs and changeups. Joba appeared to be shying away from his go-to pitches, and was more inclined to throw hanging breaking balls and crappy changeups. Hitters were able to sit back, work pitch counts (Joba's biggest issue during his career. His goal is always to strike the guy out, and with slower pitches it was easier for hitters to call Joba's bluff), and hit line drives (Hitters had a 21.3% for line drives, 7% higher than 2008).
It was obvious that Joba would be nothing more than a mediocre starter. Just his style of pitching would not work as a starter, plain and simple. That being said, 2010 saw Joba as the bridge to Mariano.
It went over like whatever is worse than farting in Church.
Okay, it wasn't that bad, but once again, he walked too many people, too many people were able to get the ball in play, and he had a WPA of 0.86. Also, in a stat Fangraphs calls "Meltdowns", Joba had 8. I am not sure how one judges a meltdown, but 8 is a ton. Apparently, it doubled his career total.
The pressure also appeared to get to Joba. I realize the way one copes with pressure cannot really be put into statistics, and is therefore ignored by the statistical community, but just watching Joba go through anxiety attacks while pitching proves that it exists.
Joba needed a change, a change back to pressure-free baseball. 2007 was the best year (or quarter-year) of his career. Joba was regularly put into either games that did not matter or games where he was set up to achieve. He thrived in both, and eventually gained the right to pitch in crucial sports (see the 2007 ALDS). Joba needs to be in a position where he is set up to succeed, and the 7th inning role is perfect for that.
The 7th inning role basically requires the reliever to not allow the game to get out of hand. The inning is deep enough in the game to be important, but far enough from the end that the team still has a chance if the reliever screws up. Joba needs an environment where he knows that if he self-implodes, the team still has a chance. He needs to be laid back on the mound. It sounds like I am talking about a 12-year-old pitcher with control issues, but Joba needs to be treated kind of the same way. Obviously, he is an adult, so you can curse at him and stuff, but Joba needs to be put in Joba-ready situations.
This is obviously not what was envisioned four years ago, but it will have to do for now. If Joba is able to get his act together, who has a better 7-8-9 order than the Yankees? If Joba can reclaim some of the "magic" from 2007, how will the Yankees be scored on in the later innings unless Mariano's arm either catches on fire or falls off.
It is better for the team as well. Finally, Girardi should be able to make an easy decision about putting Joba in the game, instead of hesitating to pick up the phone to the bullpen as he did last year, like he was fearing that someone may have put anthrax in the earhole. No more are the 4-inning starts by Joba where he throws 111 pitches, and no more are the innings where Joba comes in and promptly loads the bases. That last part might happen again, but not as frequently.
Joba has been put in a situation where he can thrive, as he has before. Now, if Joba screws this up, that's a different story. The Yankee bullpen still should be decent (Soriano and Rivera should be able to plug the leaking holes), but Joba may see a different team in his future. The Trenton Thunder are always looking for players.
On a personal note, the only other pitcher waking me up in the middle of the night with either sweat/urine surrounding me is A.J. Burnett. But I have given up on him.


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Shianne is only 7 months old and was found at Tanger Outlet mall. She was with her siblings so we are going to help her find a new home. For more information on Shianne or any of the animals at the Hilton Head Humane Association please call 681-8686 or go to www.hhhumane.org.
Danielle is very unusual. She has a big round red patch of fur on her right side that makes us think Cattle Dog and lots of black Dalmatian spots under her white fur. Her nose is partly pink and partly black. Her ears roll back like a collie, but she can also stand them up like a shepherd. It is easy to understand why no one wanted to even guess this girl's breed. She is a 2-year-old girl that is loving and full of fun, so if you are a fun family you can't go wrong choosing Danielle. For more information on Danielle or any of the animals at the Hilton Head Humane Association, call 681-8686 or go to www.hhhumane.org.
This is Hamlet. He is a 3-year-old chihuahua that came into JARM as a 'stray' along with his companion Ophelia. Ophelia has been adopted, and Hamlet is still waiting. He is very personable and lovable. For more information on how to adopt him, call 726-7799 or go to www.JARMission.org.
Emmy is a fun-loving girl who loves all things human and smaller canine friends. Found on the side of the road picking through garbage, she has come a long way and will make a terrific family member. For more information, call Brooke's Haven Animal Rescue at 757-7387 or go to www.brookshaven.org.
Earnhart is an affectionate 8-week-old bottle baby. For details, call Maranatha Farm on 816-6676 or go to www.maranathafarm.org.
Jay Jay is about 5 months old. He loves to play, is good with his fellow felines and enjoys a good snuggle with his human caretakers as well. Jay Jay is a terrific cat! For more information, call Brooke's Haven Animal Rescue at 757-7387 or go to www.brookshaven.org.


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I know this is just a strange camera angle, but man it looks like these folks are carrying around the world's biggest little dog head in their bag.
This is, for a pooch, an incredibly styling way to travel.
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Car Review
2012 Toyota Corolla: New Car Review
Pros: Solid roster of standard equipment (except in the base L model); available Entune mobile-app interface; strong reputation for reliability
Cons: Below-average fuel economy; outdated four-speed automatic transmission; bland driving experience
The 2012 Toyota Corolla is a challenging car to evaluate. On one hand, it continues to be the default choice for many small-car shoppers, and for good reason. Seemingly everyone we know has a story about a Corolla with hundreds of thousands of miles that just refused to die. The Corolla's perennially strong sales numbers show how powerful these stories can be.
But on the other hand, the Corolla doesn't bring a whole lot to the table beyond its sterling reputation. Its performance, fuel economy, styling, interior quality and bang for the buck all pale by comparison with its competition.
So it's hard to pass definitive judgment on the 2012 Corolla. Is it a bad car? Not by any stretch of the imagination. It does more than enough to please the Corolla faithful, and it almost certainly won't let you down as long as you own it. But before you sign on the dotted line, we strongly recommend test-driving the Corolla's newer, more satisfying rivals, many of which have superior warranties so you won't lose that Corolla-style peace of mind.
We can't blame anyone for choosing a Corolla, but we also understand why drivers might look elsewhere to fulfill their small-car needs.
Comfort & Utility
The 2012 Toyota Corolla is offered in L, S and LE trim. The L model is very basic, although at least it provides power windows and locks for 2012; they used to be optional. Other L features include a four-speaker CD stereo with an auxiliary audio jack (but no USB port), a tilting and telescoping steering wheel and a height-adjustable driver seat. Optional on the L and standard on other Corollas is a six-speaker stereo with iPod/USB and Bluetooth connectivity. The LE model adds standard cruise control (unavailable on L), audio controls on the steering wheel and-as an option-the Entune smartphone-based touchscreen interface with navigation (see Technology, below). The S is basically the same as the LE but with some sporty styling cues. Both the LE and the S offer an optional sunroof.
The Corolla has two different front-seat designs. The standard design, featured in the L and LE models, is about as flat and featureless as you'd expect in a no-frills economy car. We've found them to be lacking in lower-back support on longer trips. The S model has what Toyota calls sport seats, which is probably a generous description, although we'll concede the side bolsters are a bit meatier. The back seat certainly isn't the roomiest in this class, but there's adult-size room for short trips, and it helps that the floor is nearly flat with no center hump to speak of, providing extra room for feet or even a middle passenger in a pinch.
The Corolla's instrumentation also comes in two flavors - normal (L and LE) and sporty (S) - and either way, we like it. The lighting is crisp, and the displays are all clear and concise. Unfortunately, the rest of the interior isn't up to the same standard. Poke around, and you'll find a nondescript collection of hard plastic that doesn't do justice to the Corolla's sterling image. But as usual in a Toyota, the ergonomics are excellent. We doubt you'd ever have to consult the owner's manual to operate the Corolla's well-placed, clearly marked controls.
The Corolla's trunk measures 12.3 cubic feet, which is about average for a small sedan. If you need to carry more stuff, the 60/40 split rear seatback will oblige by folding flat.
The centerpiece of the 2012 Corolla's technology suite is undoubtedly the optional Entune system, which uses your compatible smartphone (ask your Toyota dealer whether yours is on the list) to power a 6.1-inch touchscreen interface that features handy apps like Pandora Internet radio and OpenTable dining services. Entune inflates the Corolla's modest price significantly, but we like its crisp display and intuitive functionality. Also included is a DVD-based navigation system, which works well even though it lacks the hard-drive-based music storage of some rival systems. Happily, the Entune system adds Bluetooth music streaming capability, so you can wirelessly play music that's stored on your phone.
Performance & Fuel Economy
The front-wheel-drive Corolla is powered by a 1.8-liter inline-4 engine that produces 132 horsepower and 128 lb-ft of torque. The standard transmission is a five-speed manual, but most Corollas (and all LE models) will have the other transmission, a four-speed automatic.
On the road, the Corolla's performance is something of a letdown. Toyota usually nails this part of the equation, but the Corolla's engine is low on power, and it makes some surprisingly primitive noises during acceleration. The four-speed automatic is also relatively primitive; almost every rival has at least a five-speed automatic or a CVT by now.
As for fuel economy, the Corolla is EPA rated at 26 mpg city/34 mpg highway with the automatic and 27/34 mpg with the manual. That might sound okay, but it's actually behind the curve. Even the much larger four-cylinder Camry, for example, is rated at 25/35 mpg, while the rival Hyundai Elantra checks in at 29/40 mpg.
All Corollas come with six airbags (front, front side, and full-length side curtain), stability control and active front headrests.
In government crash testing, the Corolla was awarded four stars out of five for frontal protection; side-impact testing was not conducted. The independent Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the Corolla its top rating of Good in almost every testing category.
Driving Impressions
The Corolla is tuned to ride softly, so even with the available 16-inch alloy wheels and larger tires (standard on the S, optional on the LE), it basically drives like a pint-size Camry. We've got no problem with that, as it makes the Corolla a reasonably pleasant commuting car. However, the brakes don't impart confidence, and the steering is so numb that it might as well be a PlayStation accessory. We're also surprised by the amount of road and wind noise that filters into the cabin.
Other Cars to Consider
Ford Focus- Like the Corolla, the Focus costs a little more than some of its bargain-bin rivals, but you definitely feel like you're getting what you paid for with the Focus's upscale cabin and sophisticated driving dynamics. Good fuel economy, too.
Hyundai Elantra - Brimming with value and bristling with style, the daring Elantra isn't for everyone, but it's got a lot going for it. We also like its no-nonsense fuel economy, which is rated at the same 29 mpg city/40 mpg highway regardless of which model you choose.
AutoTrader Recommends
The Corolla LE is what most buyers will choose, and we think they have a point. You get all the basic economy-car features plus that special stereo with iPod and Bluetooth compatibility. Not bad.


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What the Tabloids Taught Us While Waiting In Line This Week
We had some time to read the tabs while we were waiting in line to buy grapes and brie this week and here's what we learned from the National Enquirer, In Touch, the Star, Life & Style and Us Weekly.
Avoiding the express line definitely has its privileges.
National Enquirer
- Some movie and TV stars are gay and some are not. The Enquirer knows who's who. They also know who's naughty or nice and who drinks right from the carton.
- Clint Eastwood's $375 million fortune is at risk due to romantic split. The only real question is whether or not his ex is feeling lucky. Punk.
- Obama has secret divorce papers that are fooling voters. They weren't born in America either.
- Jessica Simpson's dad's gay lover tells all. Like where your track lighting should go and which belts go with which shoes.
In Touch
- Kourtney Kardashian is marrying for money. It's not her fault. You can't fight genetics.
- Teen Mom Catelynn tells why Tyler left her. And sounds just like a tree falling in the woods while doing it.
- Taylor Swift dumps her Kennedy. A source says she told him, "We are never, ever, ever … whatever, you know the rest. Have fun being my next album."
- Honey Boo Boo demands to be taken off TV. And the television audience slowly claps in unison.
- Britney and Jason are done and Brit's friends say she has split personalities. So it's possible she only broke up with herself.
- Kim Kardashian lost 28 pounds in three weeks. She finally sent the ring back to Kris Humphries.
- Jessica Simpson's family is torn apart over her dad's gay lies. He promised them their butts didn't look big in that.
- 'Dancing With the Stars' contestant Kelly Monaco is involved in a sex tape shocker. The shock being anyone wants to see her in one.
Life & Style
- Khloe Kardashian had the worst week of her life without Lamar. The rest of the world had the worst week of our lives when we had to see Khloe's nipples again.
- L&S has determined Hollywood's cutest kid. The tyke has already slapped her assistant and checked herself into Betty Ford.
- You can buy hot heels for under $100. The cold ones are, like, twice that much.
- Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard are expecting their first baby. Or maybe 'Parenthood' star Dax is just a really committed Method actor.
Us Weekly
- The Kardashian kin are defending their men. Said one of the interchangeable sisters, "Defending means 'exploiting for financial gain,' right? That's what Mom told us to do."
- President Obama discloses 25 things we don't know about him. He stopped at 25 so he wouldn't have to answer whether or not Michelle can beat him at arm wrestling.
- When Victoria Beckham wears flats, she's shorter than her 13-year-old son. And built like him regardless of footwear.
- Kirstie Alley and Patrick Swayze had a secret relationship. Alley reveals that "Patrick Swayze" is her code-word for booze and it wasn't really a secret.


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Oct. 10, 2007
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. - MIT recorded a 30-28, 30-25, 30-14 win over host U.S. Coast Guard Academy to pick up its sixth consecutive sweep over a NEWMAC foe on Tuesday night. The Engineers (21-1, 6-0 NEWMAC) gave the Bears their first regular-season home conference loss in nearly four years, with the last defeat coming at the hands of MIT on October 21, 2003.
In the opening frame, Coast Guard established a 9-8 edge before the Engineers scored eight straight points. With MIT leading 18-10, the Bears went on an 8-1 run to cut their deficit to one. The Engineers countered by creating a three-point cushion that held at 29-26. Coast Guard picked up back-to-back points before MIT closed out the game.
The second stanza was knotted at 11 before the Engineers mounted a 10-4 run. The Bears slowly chipped away at the margin, eventually coming within three (26-23). MIT ended the late rally with several key blocks to seal the win.
The Engineers were too much to handle in the final game as they cruised to a 30-14 victory. As a team, Tech posted its best hitting performance of the night with a .343 percentage in the last game.
With 38 assists, Amanda Morris became the fourth player in MIT history to reach the 3,000-assist mark. Rose Zhong and Katie Rowe each notched nine kills while Zhong paced MIT with 12 digs. Katrina Ellison contributed eight kills as Jenny Li added seven kills and a team-high four aces. Barden Cleeland paced the blocking corps with nine blocks, followed by four from Rowe. Carrie Buchanan bolstered the back row's dig total with a tally of 10.


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Favorite Anime Quotes
Polar Bear - "You want marshmallows in your hot coco?"
Grizzly Bear - "Damn straight."
"Don't beg for things. Do it yourself, or else you won't get anything." --Eureka Seven
"I'm not gonna run away and I never go back on my word, that is my nindō! My ninja way!" Naruto
"yAAy no one can beat me in eroge"
Because I'm her servant that's why I am reading this.
One of my all time favs
Spike Speigel-"That's the story. And what was the real lesson? Don't leave things in the fridge."
Here's some I like that haven't been mentioned yet:
"Quiet, you! We're all busy reflecting on the human conscience right now. You just stay over there and die!"
-- Kaname Chidori from Full Metal Panic? Fumoffu
"High school girls! 1,2,3! High school girls! All for me!"
-- Shigure Sohma from Fruits Basket
"Do you know the title of this song? It's 'Canon'. 'Pachelbel's Canon.' It repeats the same melody and crescendos gradually, peacefully, and beautifully. It would be nice if life changed like that: slowly but surely, while being seemingly unchanged from day to day."
-- Sayuri Kurata from Kanon (2006 version)
"My greatest enemy is boredom, but my second greatest enemy is commotion. I see that though you drive away my greatest enemy, you are my second greatest enemy."
-- Victorique de Blois from Gosick
"I wanna breed like you! I mean I wanna be a breeder like you! I mean… your Vulpix is nice…"
-- Brock from Pokémon
"The only ones that should kill are those prepared to be killed." Code Geass
Pretty much every line in Goldenboy.
"So, how do you like my swimming?" - Kintaro Oe
"Anata baka?" -Asuka Soryu from Neon Genesis Evangelion
"If you were to turn into a snake tomorrow and begin devouring humans, and from the same mouth you started devouring humans, you cried out to me 'I love you,' would I still be able to say 'I love you' the same way I do today?" -Gin Ichimaru from Bleach Episode 308
"I don't believe in god. There's no proof he exists. In a world where there isn't even proof of the future, the past exists. Even if it's tainted with misunderstandings and delusions, if the people themselves believe in it, the past is the truth to them. And, if you base your actions or your life around it, in a way, it's a type of god itself"
–Izaya Orihara from Durarara!!
"Thank you! F**k you! The villain has arrived!"
–Ladd Russo from Baccano!
"Tedium is such a crime. It takes the limited amount of time that is given to man, and rather than spending it in indolence or drowning it in pleasure it just sits there sucking, eating it up. I can't put up with that, tedium is a crime! Death to tedium! Die!"
–Graham Specter from Baccano!
"Oh, life is fun! Try sayin' that ten times fast ten thousand times a minute every day for the rest of your life and it'll screw with your head so bad that all problems will disappear like MAGIC! Okay okay okay, I've gotten past the sadness and as of now I'm evolving to a HIGHER STAAAATE! Right? Tell me you all think so! Life is a magnificent beast, and it excites me!"
–Graham Specter from Baccano!
Gosh Darn I'm gorgeous
"Bakayaro, konoyaro!" Killer Bee (Naruto Shippuden)
Already dead.
"Bang"..... spike from cowboy bebop.=D
"IZZZZZZZZZZZZZZAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYYYYYAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!!" - Shizuo Heiwajima - Durarara!!
"So what if I'd spare him? In my mind it's the certainty in myself that I possess which allows me to have that kind of mercy or compassion. There's no wavering on that point. It's fixed like the stars. The fact is I'm never gonna be killed! So remember this: mercy and compassion are virtues that only the strong are privileged to possess. And I am strong." - Claire Stanfield - Baccano!
"If I kill you, that means I'll be the one closest to you when you're on your deathbed. Isn't it romantic?" Senjougahara Hitagi - Bakemonagatori
"Yes, I....I destroy..the world....and create it...anew" - Lelouch vi Britannia - Code Geass
Evangelion: 3.0 Do (Not) Get In The Fucking Robot Shinji
The feelings of those below should not be considered by the one who stands on top, even if the one on top understands those feelings. You can do whatever you like. Then if no one follows you it means you're not qualified. Shinji ~ Bleach
All women are to serve me wearing nothing but aprons. Kumagawa ~ Medaka Box
Usopp -There... Comes a time when a man has to stand and FIGHT!! This is the time when his friends dreams are laughed at. Luffy wont die... I KNOW he'll be the pirate king one day. I WONT LET YOU LAUGH AT THAT!!
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by Lou Mancincelli
Each year for the past decade, an event hosted on the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art has been growing. And it has nothing whatsoever to do with art.
It started with 100 people. But on May 15 of last year, more than 1400 people converged on the tiered museum steps for Yoga On the Steps, an annual breast cancer fundraiser. Those 1400 people raised around $290,000 for breast cancer education and support.
Yoga On The Steps is the annual fundraiser hosted by Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LBBC), a national Haverford-based group dedicated to providing women with the information and resources they need to deal with a diagnosis of breast cancer. This year, the group has set its fundraising goal at $330,000.
"We think of ourselves as a high-touch organization," said Jean Sachs, chief executive officer of LBBC, a Mt. Airy resident. That means anyone who seeks the support of LBBC will be provided with information that is relevant for her particular situation.
While there are common experiences, Sachs says LBBC does not want to assume anything.
"Everyone's diagnosis and reaction is different," says Sachs. "We want to be the organization that has the tools they need."
Founded in 1991 by radiation oncologist Marissa C Weiss, MD, in response to a woman's need for breast-cancer-related information, support and networking, the organization was run by Dr. Weiss out of her home with the help of volunteers during its early years. Since Jean Sachs became the non-profit's Executive Director in 1996, its budget has expanded from $100,000 to more than $3 million. During her tenure, LBBC staff has grown from two to 18. Each year LBBC reaches out to more than 70,000 people in need of information and support.
The LBBC website (lbbc.org) serves as a comprehensive education portal for those interested in learning about breast cancer — from treatments and symptoms, like insomnia, hair loss and lymphedema to quality-of-life issues to planning for the future. The site maintains up-to-date materials that cover the range of issues associated with the disease. A 60-person medical advisory board with representatives across the country helps to generate information. While some breast-cancer organizations have moved their educational outreach efforts online, LBBC continues to print brochures and newsletters.
It is also nationally recognized for the quality of its education programs and culturally sensitive publications for African-American and Latina women. "Getting Connected: African-Americans Living Beyond Breast Cancer," produced by the LBBC staff, has won an Award for Excellence in Patient Education Materials by the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Sachs, a 1985 women's history graduate from Hampshire College in Amherst, Massachusetts, says her knowledge about how to raise funds and increase programs started during her past experience working with organizations like the National Breast Cancer Coalition (1993-1995), where she was one of the first staff members hired.
She also worked on the campaign of Pennsylvania State Senator (now U.S. Congresswoman) Allyson Schwartz, where Sachs drafted breast-cancer and women's health legislation as a legislative aide.
"I've always been interested in women's health," said Sachs, 49, who has lived in Mt. Airy for 20 years with her husband, John. Their son Max, 16, attends Abington Friends School. In 1991 she earned a master's degree in social services and social policy from Bryn Mawr College. Her mother's experience with breast cancer inspired her to help women facing the disease. Sachs' mother survived breast cancer for two decades, but it was lung cancer that eventually caused her mother's death just over a year ago. Sachs joined LBBC after the founder approached her 16 years ago.
This February, the second annual Barefoot Ball was hosted at the Mercedes-Benz of Fort Washington. The event was a local kick-off event for the larger Yoga on the Steps event, which will be held on May 20, the 10th year for the fundraiser. At the event, hosted by owner Mike Sloane, an LBBC benefactor, in collaboration with Twisters Wellness Centers, participants do yoga exercises on the auto showroom floor. Over 140 people took part in the event, which raised more than $7,000.
Yoga on the Steps is similar to walk-a-thons and marathons like the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life or the Susan G. Komen Race For The Cure. Instead of walking or running, though, individuals form teams to raise funds and come together for a large scale outdoor yoga class.
In 2011, Twisters Wellness, a yoga center with sites in Erdenheim and Ambler, raised $27,000 for the event, the most donated by any team. Sachs is an old friend of Twisters co-owner Tricia Fleming, a Wyndmoor resident.
"Jill Miller, the leader of our team, really deserves a lot of credit," said Fleming, "because she does all the organization for this event … Pretty much everyone is touched by breast cancer in some way, shape or form, whether it's a mother, sister, child or friend."
In a 2010 a study at the University of Rochester Medical Center in New York found 31 percent of participants who had at least moderate problems with sleep following cancer therapy realized improved sleeping patterns after practicing yoga.
For more information about Living Beyond Breast Cancer, visit lbbc.org. For more information about Yoga on the Steps, visit yogaonthesteps.org.


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Fountain Street Baptist Church in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan, was important in the lives of Achsah Jones Stowell and her daughters Anna and Catherine during the latter half of the 1800s. Catherine Stowell met her future husband Carey Reed Daniells at this church when he visited family in Grand Rapids. They married in 1871. Excerpts from her diary indicate that Catherine was a deeply religious person who frequently reflected on her relationship with God and her own human failings.
Today's Fountain Street Church is no longer affiliated with the Baptist Church or any other mainstream church. The FSC website states:
Although founded as early as 1842, between 1896 to 1956 Fountain Street Baptist went from being a mainstream Baptist church to being a non-creedal liberal church, ultimately severing its ties to the American Baptist Church and eschewing any denomination.
The website goes on to say, "Our current sanctuary and church house were built in 1924 following a fire that destroyed the previous structure in 1917."
During a recent visit to Grand Rapids, Sandra and I toured the sanctuary. Church staff was unable to provide us with photographs of the original structure that burned, but we took pictures of the current edifice.


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Adam Levine & Behati Prinsloo: Text Red Cross to 90999!
Adam Levine dons a "Peter Tosh Wanted Dread & Alive" t-shirt while grabbing a bite to eat at Mustard Seed Cafe on Sunday (November 4) in Los Feliz, Calif.
Later in the day, the 33-year-old Maroon 5 frontman held up a sign saying "Text Red Cross to 90999″ to make people aware of the blood drive helping those suffering the after affects of Hurricane Sandy.
PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Adam Levine
Adam's girlfriend Behati Prinsloo was seen flashing a smile while waiting in the car.
Earlier in the week, Adam was spotted exiting a grocery store with Behati.
20+ pictures inside of Adam Levine sending out a message…


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OSWEGO — Media icon Charlie Rose of CBS-TV's "This Morning" and the "Charlie Rose" show on PBS will be awarded an honorary doctor of humane letters degree by the State University of New York on Oct. 16, in conjunction with the 10th annual Dr. Lewis B. O'Donnell Media Summit at SUNY Oswego.
Rose is a world-renowned journalist and media personality who has interviewed such dignitaries as international statesmen Nelson Mandela and Mikhail Gorbachev, Nobel laureates Toni Morrison and Seamus Heaney, and pop icons Julia Roberts and Bruce Springsteen.
"While this honorary degree recognizes Mr. Rose's distinguished career in journalism, it also recognizes his definitive role at the core of the global conversation," said SUNY Oswego President Deborah F. Stanley. "He is an example for students enrolled in our broadcast journalism program to follow and a role model for students in all academic programs.
"Through his interviews with leading thinkers in all disciplines and from all professional fields, he empowers his diverse viewers with knowledge, and as SUNY Oswego does for our students, 'challenges them to live ethical and meaningful lives and build a better world,'" she said. "Mr. Rose is an inspiration to our college community to strive for better understanding of the world and all of its people, and to live as responsible global citizens."
Immediately following the honorary degree presentation, Rose will be among the prestigious panelists featured in the 10th annual Dr. Lewis B. O'Donnell Media Summit, hosted by the award-winning writer, journalist and media critic Ken Auletta, a 1963 graduate of Oswego, and featuring noteworthy media luminaries. The honorary degree presentation and media summit are open to the public.
"We're putting together a powerhouse lineup of media professionals for our 10th summit," said Media Summit founder Louis A. Borrelli Jr., chief development officer and investor in nimbleTV and a 1977 graduate of Oswego.
"Incorporating the presentation of an honorary degree to Charlie Rose — a giant in the media world — into the media summit really highlights the original goal of the event: to bring to campus some of the most notable media experts so students can gain insights that will help them in their careers," Borrelli said. "I couldn't be happier with the plans for our best media summit yet."
The summit is a daylong event that brings media professionals to campus for in-class presentations, a moderated panel discussion open to the public and roundtable career discussions with students.
Borrelli, along with 1976 Oswego alumnus Al Roker of NBC-TV's "Today" show, provided funding for the summit, which is now named in memory of longtime professor Dr. Lewis B. O'Donnell, who was a seminal figure in the college experiences of both Borrelli and Roker.
Borrelli is a member of the Oswego College Foundation board and SUNY Oswego's School of Communication, Media and the Arts Advisory Board.
About Charlie Rose
Charlie Rose is anchor and executive editor of "Charlie Rose," the nightly one-hour program that engages in one-on-one, in-depth conversations and roundtable discussions, and the newly launched "Charlie Rose: The Week," chronicling the best stories and interviews of the past seven days. He also co-anchors CBS-TV's "This Morning" and is a contributing correspondent to "60 Minutes."
"Charlie Rose" appears nightly on PBS and in primetime on Bloomberg Television in the United States and around the world. Its round oak table and simple black backdrop provide an intimate atmosphere for intelligent conversation. Since 1991, Rose has aired countless hours with Nobel laureates, and extraordinary men and women of science, politics, art, business, sports, technology, literature and entertainment. These conversations have made the broadcast a cultural and intellectual archive of our time.
Each weeknight, Rose creates programs that introduce new people, explore fresh ideas and illuminate difficult issues. Special series on science, education and Islam have probed even deeper. He is the recipient of the Legion d'honneur, numerous awards from the scientific and journalism communities, and many honorary degrees. Rose won the 2013 Peabody Prize for his interview with Syria's President Bashar al-Assad and was recently named among the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine.
He was born in Henderson, North Carolina, and graduated from Duke University with a B.A. in history and a J.D. from the School of Law. He is a frequent moderator at global forums around the world. He lives in New York City and Bellport, Long Island.
Rose will join Roker, his morning broadcast colleague, and Auletta, a frequent "Charlie Rose" show guest, as recipients of SUNY honorary degrees bestowed at Oswego.
He is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations, an independent, nonpartisan think tank and publishing membership organization dedicated to helping interested citizens better understand the world and the foreign policy choices facing the United States and other countries.


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I agree with the The Nerd, religion does provide a culture that insulates rapists from being responsible for their actions - they like to blame the victim. And they use they bible to do so - like in Genesis stating that women seduce and are just property. Of course there is so much misogyny in the bible I might as well just put most the book up here. It's a very horrid book indeed.
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A stunning first-half comeback was all the Terriers could muster as the Wildcats pulled away in the second half
DAVIDSON, N.C. — One incredible comeback was all Wofford could orchestrate.
Impressive as that was, rallying from a 14-point deficit to take the lead before halftime, the Terriers needed something similar in the second half to pull off a repeat performance in a 59-49 loss Saturday night to Southern Conference leader Davidson at the Belk Arena.
"I thought it was a good college basketball game," Wofford head coach Mike Young said. "I'd like to have a couple of possessions back, but they don't let you do that."
Davidson won its 10th straight game, improving to 17-11 overall and 13-1 in the league. Wofford saw its own nine-game win streak come to an end. The Terriers (16-11, 10-4) dropped a half-game behind Chattanooga, which plays today at UNC Greensboro, into third place but have already secured a first-round bye in the conference tournament.
"We would love to have one more crack at it," Young said.
Wofford plays Thursday at Elon and finishes the regular season at home March 1 against UNCG. The tournament will be held March 7-10 in Asheville, N.C.
The Terriers erased that 14-point deficit in the first half only to fall behind by 10 in the second. Four straight buckets, two by Lee Skinner inside and two jumpers by Karl Cochran from the outside, cut the Davidson lead to 48-45 with 5:30 remaining.
"We caught up quickly and then it went the other way," Young said. "That's the game."
Wofford missed its first nine shots and fell behind, 15-3, finally breaking through with about 11:30 left in the first half. Davidson's advantage pushed out to 19-6 before the Terriers answered with an incredible run to go in front.
"What was it, a zero-to-12 run or something like that?" Davidson head coach Bob McKillop asked, getting an answer that surprised him. "Eighteen straight points? Holy Toledo."
Wofford went from 13 points behind to a 26-21 lead. Back-to-back baskets by Davidson, the second a 3-pointer at the buzzer, tied it up at 26 at the break and seemed to get the Wildcats back on track.
"We tried to shoot our way out to a bigger lead," McKillop said. "All it took was four shots that I thought were questionable shots, early in the shot clock, open but just questionable. ... It was one play after another. And when you have to defend them and you have to chase, chase, chase, they wear you out. ... They capitalized on closing the game and their shooters made shots."
Spencer Collins led Wofford with 16 points and Cochran added 15. Skinner finished with nine points and eight rebounds. For Davidson, senior forward De'Mon Brooks, preseason player of the year and likely postseason as well, scored 18 points with eight rebounds.
"I thought we did an unbelievable job on him. I really did," Young said. "He only took six shots. But, unfortunately for me, he made all six."
Wofford came in leading the SoCon with only 63.3 points allowed per game and the Terriers gave up an average of 56.7 during the nine-game win streak. No opponent during the span reached 65. Davidson, meanwhile, was averaging 82.5 points in league games
"To hold them to 59 points, well, those are our kind of numbers," Young said. "Unfortunately, we just rang the bell 49 times."
Davidson's bettered its incredible numbers at home. The Wildcats have now won 27 of their past 28 in this building, the only loss earlier this season to Elon in overtime, and 33 of 35 dating back to 2011-12 season. They are 122-22 at home since the 2005-06 campaign.


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Around $15,000 raised during 16th annual event.
Around $15,000 was raised for the Rolla High School Athletic Department on Monday during the 16th annual RHS Athletic Booster Club Golf Tournament, held at Oak Meadow Country Club.
Proceeds from the event benefit the athletic teams in the Rolla Public Schools.
Corporate sponsors for the tournament were John Brown and Phelps County Bank and co-sponsors were Mitch and Terisa Esquibel and Fidelity Communications.
Tournament director was Bill Marshall.
There were 24, four-person teams who participated in the event.
The winner of Flight 1 with 16-under-par 54 was the Mid-America Bank team of Ken Daugherty, Chad Saladin, Jeff Parker and Chet Saladin while runner-up, one-stroke back, was the squad of Glen Sapaugh, John Stevens, Matt Arts and Baxton Owen.
Flight 2 winner with 62 was the foursome of Joe Gorman, Sara Gorman, Will Marshall and Sam Callis. And the Flight 3 winner with 67 was the squad of Gary Klossner, Scott Caron, Perry Rice and Karl Odenwald.
Winner of the John's Firestone putting contest was Matt Arts.
In other contests, Carol Byrd won the women's closest to the hole on No. 3; Wendy Young won the women's closest to the pin, second shot on No. 10; Jerry Mesa won the men's closest to the hole on No. 3, and Mark Miller won the closest to the pin, second shot on No. 13.
Here is a list of hole sponsors: Dr. Jeremy Kiersz; Dr. Greg Maynard; Investment Realty; Thomas, Birdsong, Mills and McBride; Williams, Robinson, Rigler and Buschjost; Archer-Elgin Surveying and Engineering; Fairground Auto Plaza; Gina McWilliams, Realtor; Tony Froehlich Agency, Inc.; Town & Country Bank; Legends Bank; Dilek Acar, Realtor; Kathy Voss, Realtor; Katrina Heitman, Realtor; John Brown, Cathy Shoup; Dr. Aaron Heitman; Dan Collier, State Farm; Fidelity Communications; Phelps County Bank; Denny Ford; Dr. Mitch Esquibel; Ferrell and Associates; Annie Bass, Realtor; Key Sport Shop; BPJ Insurance; Greg Doss, GPD Insurance; Ed Jones, Tim Rupp; Klossner, Lindsay, Shockley; Scott's Printing; Kent's Jewelry; Central Federal Savings & Loan; Chuck Medows Farm Bureau Insurance; Kirk Buhr, State Farm; Kathy McKay, State Farm; Newkirk Plumbing; Dr. Dana Voight; Dr. Bob Pearson; Brewer Science; Sports Rehab; Kenny & Lisa Barnes; First Community National Bank; Dr. David Moreland; Bloomsdale Excavating; Mid America Bank and Trust; Falkenhain & Associates, PC; Parson's Automotive; Stevens Rental/Feed; L&S Roofing; Al West Collision; Hi-Tech Collision; Auto's By Rent; Hartley's Climate Control; Delano Station Break; Black Jack Roofing; Jordan Motors; Paramount Hat Company; REMAX/Shelley Klossner and Joyce thomas; The Dance Studio; Brenda and Dennis Spurgeon; Susan Sherrick Orthodontics; Rustic Motel; Kerr Healthcare Services, LLC; Oak Meadow Country Club; Country Mart; Joe and Sara Gorman; Wands Rental; Jamie Myers; Miller Glass; Extreme Accessories.
Tourney results
Flight 1
54: Ken Daugherty, Chad Saladin, Jeff Parker, Chet Saladin.
55: Glen Sapaugh, John Stevens, Matt Arts, Baxton Owen.
57: Chad Barnes, Dale Martin, Larry Hobbs, Mike Thompson.
59: Mike Newkirk, Kevin Veik, Mark Miller, Doc Roberts.
60: Don Morris, Rik Robinson, Mike Elliott, Mark Wood; Gary Miles, Tim Rupp, Bob Ravenscraft, Dwaine Miles; Dick Jones, Bill Mason, Mike Dereberry, Don Friede.
61: Jerry Mesa, Doug Grooms, Jack Boone, Shawn Bancroft; Randy MacCash, Logan MacCash, Zack Nixon, Bob Castle.
Flight 2
62: Joe Gorman, Sara Gorman, Will Marshall, Sam Callis.
63: Wendy Young, Gary Young, Kate Jones, Tim Belshe.
64: Sean McEnaney, Kevin Kline, Steve Gesualdi, Nate Ratchford; Jeff Colench, Heidi Colench, Pat Cunningham, partner; Justin Brown, Jared Jordan, Pete Morse, Chris Morgan.
66: Shad Becker, Ralph Williams; Matt Woessner, Shane Crawford; Dan Cavender, T. Montielone, Bill Wiggins, Dominic Deluca; Todd McWilliams, Gina McWilliams, Travis Thacher, Doug; Sandy Kerr, Sue Killian, Mary Bahr, Marilyn Schmidt; Dan Collier, Ron Collier, Bryce Swafford, partner; Dave Connell, Bob Wilson, Kenny Barnes, Ben Tipton.
Flight 3
67: Gary Klossner, Scott Caron, Perry Rice, Karl Odenwald; Lisa Barnes, Diane Morman, Cheri Stevens, Carol Byrd.
69: Casey Robertson, Lee Windmiller, Bruce Oliver, partner.
84: Jim Pritchett, Stephanie Pritchett, Josh Smith, Casey Smith.


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Saturday, June 13, 2009
Pane al Latte (Italian Milk Bread)
From Carol Field's The Italian Baker, this is a delicious, slightly sweet, slightly eggy, slightly rummy bread. It's too sweet for sandwiches, except maybe for peanut butter and jelly, for which it would be fantastic. If I had to fit it into a bread niche, I'd say it was made for some good fruit preserves and a cup of strong tea. Don't skimp--it should also have a layer of butter before you slather on the jam. If you wanted it with coffee instead of tea, that would not be amiss.
Butter, eggs, milk ... and rum. Just a smidgen, only a tablespoon; you can't taste it if you eat the bread in the recommended way (with butter and jam), but there's a faint hint if you try the bread plain. If you doubled the amount of rum, it would probably be too much. This is just enough to give it character, although rum is not really known for adding to character, is it?
Like other doughs made with butter and eggs, this is a joy to touch. It's so soft, silky, and kneadable, it's really a pleasure to work with. And quite easy. It goes through one fast rise, and then it's ready to be divided into 15 pieces to make 3 small loaves. Each 50-gram piece is rolled out into a cigar-shaped form, fat in the middle and tapered on the ends.
You line up the five cigars so they're touching each other, and pull them together, making the outer ones slightly longer so that you can pinch them firmly together.
After it's shaped, it rises again. Just before putting it in the oven, you brush it liberally with an egg glaze, which makes it beautifully shiny and adds to the egginess of the bread.
After I made two small loaves of bread with 50-gram "cigars," I looked at the dough that was left. Instead of having 250 grams like I was supposed to, I had well over 400, so something went wrong somewhere, but I don't care because it didn't matter. The small loaves were fine and so was the larger one.
Luckily, because the loaves were tiny, I didn't have to wait a full hour before slicing into it.
It was a delight to get back to baking bread. I've been having a great time with the cakes, but there is nothing more satisfying than a slice of freshly baked bread. I also have not imposed the "one piece" rule on myself with bread as I have with cake, so I had three (well, maybe four, but who's counting) pieces of bread.
Pane al Latte (Milk Bread)
From The Italian Baker by Carol Field
1 3/4 tsp. dry yeast
1 T. sugar
1/4 cup warm milk
1 cup less 1 T unbleached all-purpose flour (130 grams)
Stir the yeast and sugar into the milk in the mixer bowl; let stand until foamy, about 10 minutes. Add the flour and and whisk vigorously to make a thick batter. (You may have to add a little milk to make a stirrable batter). Cover and let stand until doubled, less than one hour.
1 egg
1 T. rum
1 cup milk, at room temperature
1/2 stick (55 grams) unsalted butter, room temperature
2 3/4 cups (375 grams) unbleached A-P flour
1 tsp. (5 grams) salt
Add the egg, the rum, milk, and butter to the sponge, and mix with paddle attachment for about a minute. Add flour and salt, and mix on low speed. Change to dough hook, and knead until soft and elastic, 3 to 4 minutes. Finish kneading briefly by hand.
Place the dough in a tightly covered, oiled bowl, and let rise until doubled, 1 to 2 hours.
After the first rising, cut the dough into 15 pieces of dough (if you decide to weigh the pieces, weigh the batter first and divide by 15 to see how much each ball should weigh). For each loaf, roll five of the balls into 6-inch-long cigars, plumper in the center and tapered at the ends. Place the five cigars next to each other on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover with a towel and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes.
About 20 minutes before baking, preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Brush with an egg wash made with one beaten egg, making sure it gets into the cracks between the "cigars." Bake 25 minutes, or until shiny golden-brown. Cool on racks.
Note: You can also make this bread by hand or in a food processor. If you use the food processor, the milk and butter should be cold, not room temp.
9 comments:
- Doughadear said...
I really like Carol Fields' Italian Baker. There are so many wonderful breads in her book. This one is especially beautiful and reminds me of Challa except easier to shape. This one would be great as french toast I think so I will have to make this recipe so that I can find out for myself. I'm glad you are still fitting in some bread baking.
- evil cake lady said...
I'm amazed you're still fitting in bread baking! This is one pretty loaf; I like all your photos of the shaping process.
- breadbasketcase said...
I love the book too, and I love that the recipes no longer seem exotic or intimidating to me after working my way through TBB. You're exactly right--it's very similar to challah, without requiring the braiding that I have so much trouble with.
It was a weekend of baking, for sure. I barely had time to weed my garden.
Lovely to see something in your bread blog again!
I think your pictures showing the process are very helpful, and the finished bread looks especially good. Thank you for putting the recipe up , this is one book I do not have! Jeannette
- breadbasketcase said...
It's a nice book to have--the instructions aren't nearly as comprehensive as The Bread Bible, but it's got some good breads. It's also got some Italian sweets, which I haven't tried yet. Maybe when I get through Heavenly Cakes....
- Melinda said...
It looks gorgeous! I like the way you shaped the loaf. I haven't seen another done this way. I adore brioche type breads. I would not be able to limit myself to one slice either.
- Bunny said...
What a beautiful bread! I want to make this, it sounds so good!
- breadbasketcase said...
I only wish it had been my idea. All I can do is follow directions.
It's a fun one to make because it looks so pretty and impressive, and yet it's not hard to shape.
I too can only follow instructions - yours !! tee hee. I tried this bread this weekend, especially bought a tiny bottle of rum (50ml) I'm a teetotaller u c? And boy was it yummy! Family couldn't stop eating, praising my efforts as they munched along.Definitely keeping this recipe, altho' I seemed to have put in too much milk to make a stirrable dough, it was worth making by hand instead of the machine. Tks for posting.
Carey, Johannesburg, South Africa.


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Red Sox to open 2014 slate in Baltimore
BOSTON -- Though the focus is still on the remainder of what has become a riveting season for the Red Sox, fans can start making plans for next year.
The tentative schedule for 2014 was announced Tuesday, and Boston will open on the road, playing at Camden Yards against the Orioles on March 31.
BOSTON -- Though the focus is still on the remainder of what has become a riveting season for the Red Sox, fans can start making plans for next year.
The tentative schedule for 2014 was announced Tuesday, and Boston will open on the road, playing at Camden Yards against the Orioles on March 31.
It will be the earliest Opening Day for the Sox since 2008, when they began the season in Japan against the Oakland Athletics.
This will be the fourth straight year that Boston has opened on the road. However, the road trip won't be a long one.
After the three-game series in Baltimore, the Sox will come home and open the doors to Fenway Park on April 4 with an Interleague contest against the Milwaukee Brewers.
The Rangers will also come to town during the opening six-game homestand.
The Red Sox-Yankees rivalry won't take long to be renewed in '14. The clubs will square off at Yankee Stadium for a four-game series April 10-13.
When the Yankees come to Fenway for a series from April 22-24, it will be school vacation week in Boston.
Which other Interleague foes will visit Boston in '14? The Cincinnati Reds (May 6-7), the Braves (May 28-29) and Theo Epstein's Cubs (June 30-July 2).
This will mark just the second time the Cubs have played regular-season games in Boston. In fact, Chicagoans might be tempted to spend a summer vacation week in Boston. The White Sox are at Fenway from July 7-10.
The Red Sox will play their first series in a National League park when they visit Atlanta's Turner Field, May 26-27 for two games that immediately precede the Braves' two-game set at Fenway.
Perhaps the most challenging stretch of the schedule will be in June, when the Red Sox play 19 games in six road cities (Cleveland, Detroit, Baltimore, Oakland, Seattle, New York).
For the first time since 2005, the Red Sox will play in St. Louis. That series will be a three-game set from Aug. 5-7 and will mark the first time the Sox have played in the Cardinals' new Busch Stadium.
The trip to St. Louis will be part of a three-city excursion that also includes three games in Anaheim against the Angels and a two-game Interleague set in Cincinnati against the Reds.
The last trip to a National League city for the Red Sox will be at PNC Park against the Pirates from Sept. 16-18.
The visit to Pittsburgh will be in the middle of the final road trip of the season, which starts in Kansas City (Sept. 11-14) and finishes in Baltimore (Sept. 19-21).
The last homestand could be crucial when you consider the opponents: The Red Sox will face the Rays Sept. 23-25 and the Yankees Sept. 26-28.
Ian Browne is a reporter for MLB.com. Read his blog, Brownie Points, and follow him on Twitter @IanMBrowne.


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Garden tools
Electric power tools for garden applications include:
- Blower/Vacuums, used as both a blower and a vacuum
- Chain saw, a hand-held power saw mainly used to cut tree limbs
- Edger, a tool with a rotating blade used to cut grass along driveways
- Grass shears and hedge cutters, respectively used for lawn trimming and shaping hedges or bushes. Both the tools work with two metal blades which move in opposite directions.
- Grass trimmer, this tool uses a fast spinning line (plastic or wire) to trimm grass etc.
- Power sprayer, consisting of a pump providing consistent high pressure of water or other liquids


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Kazmir's tough night sets tone as A's fall to Angels
OAKLAND -- Sunday, any way you slice it, was not a good day for the A's.
For starters, they were saddled with a flurry of injuries. Closer Sean Doolittle hit the disabled list with a strained right intercostal. Catcher John Jaso is headed there, too, with concussion symptoms, and third baseman Josh Donaldson underwent an MRI on his left knee.View Full Game Coverage
OAKLAND -- Sunday, any way you slice it, was not a good day for the A's.
For starters, they were saddled with a flurry of injuries. Closer Sean Doolittle hit the disabled list with a strained right intercostal. Catcher John Jaso is headed there, too, with concussion symptoms, and third baseman Josh Donaldson underwent an MRI on his left knee.View Full Game Coverage
As if that weren't enough, the A's were topped by the Angels, 9-4, in their first home appearance on ESPN's Sunday Night Baseball in almost nine years. In the process, the Angels regained a one-game lead in the American League West with 33 regular-season contests remaining.
The A's will have plenty of chances to change that, including seven more showdowns with the Angels, but for now, they need to do it without some important pieces.
"I think we'll respond well," said Scott Kazmir, who gave up seven runs Sunday while recording just nine outs. "I think we just have to step up. Those are key guys that are out right now, we've got a couple other guys that are banged up, too, so we know that we need to step our game up a little bit more. I think we'll do that."
Kazmir's seven earned runs matched a season high, and Oakland had few answers for Angels right-hander Jered Weaver, who tossed 6 2/3 innings of three-run ball.
Weaver, as well as anyone, understood the significance of avoiding a sweep.
"I think they're playing well against everybody everywhere," Weaver said. "They're a scrappy club, and they don't quit, just like us. Obviously, coming out of there with a win is a lot better than getting swept. It's nice to come out of this series on top of the American League West."
Kazmir, who played for the Angels from 2009-11, lost his touch after a six-pitch first inning, allowing 10 hits, including a two-run homer by Josh Hamilton. Following back-to-back singles to start the fourth, manager Bob Melvin had seen enough.
"Just a matter of getting some balls up and some location today," Melvin said. "You've got to give him a little bit of a break the way he's pitched for us. It's just a rough one."
For the first time all season, Kazmir's ERA rose above 3.00 -- from 2.73 to 3.08.
"I hit maybe one spot the entire game," Kazmir said. "I feel like I was kind of trying to trick people out there, throwing curveballs, sliders and changeups, instead of just really focusing on my fastball and establishing that. By the time I'd get to that pitch, it wasn't there -- it'd be up and away, it'd sail on me."
Jesse Chavez relieved Kazmir and was charged with two runs in three innings of work.
But there were a few silver linings for the A's. Donaldson's knee has no structural damage, and he could potentially start Monday in Houston. Dan Otero, whom the A's reluctantly optioned to Triple-A on Thursday, returned to the roster and tossed a scoreless frame.
Plus, the A's took two of three in the series to keep the division race tight, and they are now 8-4 in 2014 vs. the Angels, 5-1 at the Coliseum.
Even with the team down big in the late innings, a sold-out Coliseum crowd maintained a raucous, playoff atmosphere.
"They were just waiting to get going," Melvin said about the crowd. "We just didn't get enough early to get them in the game. They're trying to will you even closer. We appreciate that, we really do."
Oakland showed signs of life in the seventh, when Alberto Callaspo launched a two-run shot off Weaver and Andy Parrino went deep for the second time in his career to make it 9-3. The A's touched up Jason Grilli for a run in the ninth, but it was far from enough.
Sunday was a day to forget, and the A's will try to do just that as they fly into Houston. After three games against the Astros, they meet the Angels once again for four in Anaheim.
"Overall, I feel like two out of three is good," Kazmir said. "I feel like we're where we need to be: striking distance. Take care of business in Houston and then see them again."
Doolittle is confident the injuries won't slow the A's momentum.
"I think it's another one of those scenarios where it gives guys chances to step up, maybe, in slightly different situations than they're used to," Doolittle said. "That's been one of the things that's made us a successful team over the past two, three years. I don't see any reason why that won't continue to be the case."
Aaron Leibowitz is an associate reporter for MLB.com.


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I don't use vanilla Ubuntu much any more. It generally requires more powerful hardware than I am willing to provide, and is generally headed in a direction I don't want to go.
It is occasionally useful though, as a live environment in certain situations. It's rare, but it's true. I sometimes fall back on it.
In most situations though, all I want is a way to quickly boot into the live environment from a USB stick, and discard it when I'm done.
So ideally, a live environment that I can boot straightaway would be ideal. For example, the Arch Linux ISO just needs written straight to a drive with
dd, and it will boot perfectly.
Ubuntu ISOs won't do that. From the live environment there is a way to create a bootable USB disk, but to do that I'd need to install Ubuntu or boot the live environment from CD.
And that's more or less what I'm trying to avoid. I don't want to burn a CD, or install it … just
dd, boot and be done.
So that's why for the past year or so I've put up plain-jane USB sticks written from live Ubuntu runs. These are identical to the results you'd get if you used that same tool yourself, and wrote it to a 1Gb stick.
With these, you can download the file, write it straight to a device with
dd if=ubuntu-x.xx-desktop-i386.img of=/dev/sdXY
where X and Y are your drive assignment labels, and reboot. You don't need to install Ubuntu, or burn a CD of it, or rely on a third party tool like unetbootin (which is awesome stuff, by the way).
Just for fun, and because I wanted to, and because it's a free world, and because I wanted them, I made images in the same style for Ubuntu 8.04.4, Ubuntu 8.10, Ubuntu 9.04 and Ubuntu 9.10. The image for 10.04 is here, and for 10.10 is here.
These have all been tested in the same style, and worked fine for me. Just for the record, they were all made with the creator's option to discard files on shutdown, rather than allocate space for saving.
So there you are. Enjoy. 🙂
P.S.: I have rotten luck working with LinuxTracker. If for some reason you can download the torrent but see no traffic, leave me a note and I'll try again in the morning. 🙄