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This T-SQL Tuesday is about using PowerShell to do something with SQL Server. Now, if you've read any of my blog posts you probably know I've been using PowerShell to do things with SQL Server for a while now, but I'm glad Wayne decided on this topic for his T-SQL Tuesday topic, because everyone has different ways to use PowerShell, and you can learn from all of them, as I do.
(When I started to write this post I'd intended to share how I convert a PerfMon binary log file into SQL Server data for baseline analysis, but found I'd already done that here. Then, I thought I'd share how I save SQL Agent jobs and move them to another server, but did that one, too!)
One of the interesting aspects of SMO (Server Management Objects) is the Managed Computer object. It doesn't get a lot of attention because, well, that goes to the SQL Server instance and the various database objects. Administrators, though, need to pay attention to managing the instance itself. SQL Server 2008 introduced the Configuration Manager, a GUI application that allows administrators to view the SQL Server services installed, including their current state, the service account they use, etc. It also allows them to manage the external access to the instances via the network protocols supported, the TCP/IP ports, etc.
Here's a diagram of the Managed Computer object:
Now, if you're familiar with the Configuration Manager you should see some parallels there, and that makes sense, because these objects are the ones Configuration Manager is working with.
Let's say it's time for you to change the service account and password for your SQL Server instance. Using this model, we have our guide. We need to create a new ManagedComputer object, connect to the server, connect to the service, use the SetServiceAccount() method to set the new values, then restart the service. In this example I'll also restart the Agent service since I'm resetting the SQL Server instance service account.
[System.Reflection.Assembly]::LoadWithPartialName("Microsoft.SqlServer.SqlWmiManagement") | Out-Null
$mc = new-object Microsoft.SqlServer.Management.Smo.Wmi.ManagedComputer localhost
$sqlinst = $mc.Services['MSSQLSERVER']
$sqlagnt = $mc.Services['SQLSERVERAGENT']
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Let's say I just want to see the services on my local instance, like I do in Configuration Manager. Again, that's pretty easy.
[System.Reflection.Assembly]::LoadWithPartialName("Microsoft.SqlServer.SqlWmiManagement") | Out-Null
$mc = new-object Microsoft.SqlServer.Management.Smo.Wmi.ManagedComputer localhost
$mc.Services | select Name, ServiceState, DisplayName, ServiceAccount | format-table
There are times you'll need to work with the network protocols, and I've actually used the following code to change the IP port for an instance after an install, because it HAD to match a particular value.
$mc = new-object ('Microsoft.SqlServer.Management.Smo.WMI.ManagedComputer') localhost
$ip.IPAddressProperties['TcpDynamicPorts'].Value = '1099'
Now, why is this important, if I can do all this in Configuration Manager? Well, SQL Server 2012 supports installation on Windows Server Core, and there's no GUI on a Core server, so this becomes the best way to access the objects you normally manage with Configuration Manager. More importantly, it allows you to build a set of scripts to "just handle" any number of problems, without trying to remember what submenu gives you access to what property to change to solve your problem.
Good luck, and thanks, Wayne, for hosting this month's T-SQL Tuesday!
Through SQL Config manager, it's not required to restart the service only if the password is changed, right? Is the behavior same with SetServiceAccount too?
Also, could you please tell me what powershell version need to be there to run this? I was getting the error it couldn't find method SetServiceAccount, which I confirmed by looking at this - New-Object Microsoft.SqlServer.Management.Smo.Wmi.Manag
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By Josh Lasser Perhaps the greatest marker of the success of writer-director Noah Baumbach's The Meyerowitz Stories (New and Selected) is that it feels both incredibly specific in its depiction of this one family at the same time as being completely universal in its assessment of family. Well, there's that, and the fact that it is also terribly funny and utterly heartbreaking.
Of course, it should be universal enough. There are certain situations and moments in a family's existence which, while they may be executed in different fashion are, themselves, easily identifiable to everyone. There is nothing particularly unique when at the start of the film a father, Danny (Adam Sandler), brings his daughter, Eliza (Grace Van Patten), to his father's house for a final dinner before she goes off to college. There is nothing terribly different in Danny's father, Harold (Dustin Hoffman), being an undeservedly pretentious artist hoping for one last chance at renown, or Harold's current wife, Maureen (Emma Thompson), being an awful cook. These are just facts, and while they may not be the facts of your family or mine, they are perfectly understandable.
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The Meyerowitz women tend to fade into the background or fall off to the side. Harold's current wife, Maureen (Emma Thompson), a flouncy hippie whose cooking skills leave much to be desired, plays at first like a subversive caricature, but it never deepens beyond our initial perceptions, and while Danny's mousy sister, Jean (Elizabeth Marvel), finally gets a story of her own—the only female character to do so—it's a literal parenthetical called "(Jean's Story)" whose main purpose is to throw her male siblings' impulsiveness into sharper relief. Baumbach's last several films have benefited both in front of and behind the camera from the presence of his partner, Greta Gerwig, and with her off directing the delightful Lady Bird , her contributions are sorely missed here.
Eliza, at least, has a chance to escape the family's, and the film's, patterns: She takes up filmmaking in college, and while her movies, antic shorts about the adventures of an intersexual superhero called Pagina-Man, play uncomfortably like a middle-aged man's idea of what The Kids Are Up to These Days—it's far less acute of a portrait than the twentysomething hipsters Baumbach sent up in While We're Young —the warmth and sharpness of Van Patten's performance allows the film to breathe for brief moments and gives you some hope that at least one of the Meyerowitzes might make it out alive. (Getting out seems to work well across the board: Candice Bergen's single scene as one of Harold's ex-wives climaxes with a moment of plainspoken emotional openness that couldn't exist anywhere else in the movie.)
It's easy to make The Meyerowitz Stories sound tortured, and less so to convey the immense but not blinding affection with which Baumbach treats his characters. As in The Squid and the Whale , there's something strangely appealing about his broken onscreen families. (Who wouldn't want to see their divorced parents politely arguing over a copy of Thomas Mann's Buddenbrooks ?) When Danny talks about his father's "famous blueberry pancakes," you can see in his practiced hand motions an echo of long-vanished childhood traditions, the kinds of things that bind families together whether they like it or not, and the phrase punch in the nose floats from one character to the next like a cherished family heirloom. It's infuriating to watch Danny and Harold talk past each other while thinking they're having a genuine conversation, but their studied ignorance of each other, their determination to not give an inch of ground, is almost beautiful in its purity. They're perfect for each other.
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AMERICAN voters may or may not like the particular fiscal cliff deal reached Tuesday night. Probably most do, given that many economists thought another recession could be triggered if we went over the cliff. On the downside, few working people will be happy to find their next paycheck 2 percent lighter via the expiration of the two-year Social Security payroll tax holiday.
But one thing apparent to all voters is the depths of dysfunction to which their representatives in Washington, D.C., have sunk.
It has reached the point where Congress governs almost exclusively by crisis. Negotiations can't get anywhere until dire consequences are hanging right over their heads, with scissors poised to cut the line and let the consequences fall.
A deal to avoid the cliff was reached Tuesday night, but only after the House and Speaker John Boehner had thrown up their hands, and the White House and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell had to save the day.
And the bargain they reached sets up yet another "fiscal crisis" in just two shorts months. Deja vu all over again.
One possible difference in the next round of "negotiations" – and that term is used loosely here – is that House Speaker John Boehner could be a diminished partner for President Obama to bargain with. Boehner couldn't reach a deal with the president that he thought his caucus would vote for, bailed out with his Plan B that his troops definitely would not support, and then gave up. Boehner voted for the deal reached by McConnell and Vice President Joe Biden, but some of his top lieutenants voted nay, as did most of his Republican caucus in the House.
With the cliff-averting bill passed Tuesday night, the stock market rallied Wednesday and the economy is out of immediate danger of tanking. But the deal – a small one that's nothing like the grand deficit- busting bargain President Obama and Boehner have flirted with a couple of times – sows the seeds of the next congressional crisis, which will arrive at the end of February.
The fiscal cliff deal put off the deadline for deciding what spending cuts to make for another two months, and that's about the same time U.S. government borrowing will hit its debt ceiling again. There will be a huge battle over raising the ceiling, combined with one on trimming the deficit. Another crisis in the making.
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Congress and the White House have come full circle. Or, more accurately, they have run around in circles and find themselves right back where they were.
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Blue + lucite + bamboo = chair
46 comments:
- Erika @ ~TiptoeButterfly~ said...
i wanted a perfectly square lucite table for my LR - but NONE to be found - other then 10K - which umm i'm poor - so i got a William Sonoma "X" table ..
- Tuesday, March 15, 2011
- Ever - The red house by the lake said...
Love that chair.
And the rest of the room is just gorgeous!
- Tuesday, March 15, 2011
- Natalie said...
Her room is gorgeous! I adore that chair and I am obsessed with lucite. I have a lucite stool at my vanity and I have been wanting some ghost chairs. Love how you hung the tu-tus and used the doll house as a book case- genuis.
- Tuesday, March 15, 2011
- classic • casual • home said...
Yes, I am still regretful about a little lucite side table that I did not win on Ebay.
Love the tutu's.
- Tuesday, March 15, 2011
- The Iconic Blog said...
It was such a pleasure meeting you at the "What's Country Now" party with Ashlina. Your daughter's room is so charming! And I love lucite.xx
- Tuesday, March 15, 2011
- Lili said...
such a darling room! that bamboo chair is gorgeous!
- Tuesday, March 15, 2011
- quintessence said...
Your daughter's room is absolutely adorable!The tutus hanging from the hooks are darling. And I adore that lucite chair!!
- Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Most beautiful little girls room ever! Love the use of a non traditional color, made to look completely girly. The lucite chair is the perfect touch. You always get it right!
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- The enchanted home said...
What a gorgeous room! Love it...and the chair is the crowning touch to such a splendid space. Funny I have those "crowns" too....still in a box, was going to use them for my future closet for handbags! I love the feeling of her room, dreamy fit for a princess...the lucite chair is a fun trendier look but still very elegant:-)
- Tuesday, March 15, 2011
- Kathysue said...
Love love this and her room!! I think a touch of lucite in a room looks so chic and stylish just like you my dear friend!!! She is one lucky little girl!! Kathysue
- Tuesday, March 15, 2011
- Susie @ Maddie's Nest said...
Your daughter's room is too sweet....a very lucky little girl indeed! Love the chair too...I remember the image you posted after the NYIGF. There are built in desks with shelving above in each of my kids' rooms. I am thinking of a Kartell Mademoiselle in Maddie's room and a grey Ghost in Harry's room.
- Tuesday, March 15, 2011
- Party Resources said...
I love the look of lucite and, of course, you knock it out of the park! xx
- Tuesday, March 15, 2011
- Andrika King said...
Love the touch of bamboo lucite! A piece to grow with!
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- Karen@StrictlySimpleStyle said...
Will you adopt me? I'd love a chair like that in my room.
- Tuesday, March 15, 2011
- The Buzz said...
Oooh - I remember this chair when you wrote about your finds at the NY Gift Fair. Love it in your daughter's room!
- Tuesday, March 15, 2011
- M.A.the2nd said...
Lisa ... I am loving bamboo chairs at the moment and the lucite is gorgeous! Perfect for the princess' room! Hope you are well.
best wishes
- Tuesday, March 15, 2011
- Desire Empire said...
I absolutely love this post. I am about to do my daughter's bedroom and I must say the hanging tutus are inspiring.
I also love the wall paper. What lovely style you have.
I am your newest follower.
Best wishes Carolyn
- Wednesday, March 16, 2011
- Barbara@HausDesign said...
What a beautiful bedroom and I think lucite would be so sweet in a girl's bedroom - great choice! My daughter was also a very early reader and her love of reading just keeps going - don't you love it??!!! http://bjdhausdesign.blogspot.com/
- Wednesday, March 16, 2011
- Kerry said...
Love the bedroom. I am a little lucite crazy at the moment and that chair is to die for.
- Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Your daughter's room is beyond gorgeous! She is such a lucky little girl. I am wondering if I can get you to adopt me? hee hee Then I could have a fabulous bedroom and fabulous birthday parties!! xo
- Wednesday, March 16, 2011
- Marcy said...
What a beautiful room! I featured this post on stylesson.com today. It is great that she has a love a reading and a place where she can do that.
- Wednesday, March 16, 2011
- Acanthus and Acorn said...
I love the lucite in the pale blue and have thought about using it for a vanity chair...it looks great in your daughter's room!
- Wednesday, March 16, 2011
- The Zhush said...
So great, the chair, her room all of it is PERFECT!
- Wednesday, March 16, 2011
- pretty pink tulips said...
How fun to see that lucite chair find it's rightful home. I'll always remember being with you when you bought it!
And, those tutus...and too much!
That is a room fit for a princess....which your little girl definitely is!!
xoxo Elizabeth
- Wednesday, March 16, 2011
- Style Attic said...
It's room like that I always dreamed of doing for a daughter I don't have! That is so fun and precious, just like she is I am sure :) Take lots of pictures and save them just of her space and as it evolves. She will love it and cherish the gorgeous work of her loving mom, 4ever XO, kelly
- Wednesday, March 16, 2011
- Heavenly Housewife said...
For a while, I was seriously considering the Philippe Stark Ghost chairs, but I ended up getting something else instead. Lucite is great for small spaces like in my house.
*kisses* HH
p.s. dont forget to enter my competition daaaaahling :D there's an $80 Amazon gift card that could have your name on it!
- Wednesday, March 16, 2011
- Simple Dwellings said...
Your daughter's room is so sweet! I love the blue lucite chair! It goes beautifully with the wallpaper in the room! I love lucite- in any space. :)
- Wednesday, March 16, 2011
- Chic Coastal Living said...
Adorable room! and neat little chair! great way to change things up a little bit!
- Wednesday, March 16, 2011
- style'n said...
LOVE IT! I am so obsessed with lucite these days. I just had my office furniture linen wrapped and I changed the knobs to lucite. And your daughters room is too pretty. Just wanted to pop over and thank you for all your wonderful recommendations on NY. We're heading over this weekend and I can't wait.
- Thursday, March 17, 2011
- 'LUSH' said...
New to your blog but so happy to be here! Gorgeous lucite chair! And, I love mirrors, they do make a beautiful impact! Your daughters room is gorgeous!
- Thursday, March 17, 2011
- Traci Giles said...
I love. Love love love. That CHAIR!
- Thursday, March 17, 2011
- About Last Weekend said...
Have loads of lucite chairs - Philipe Stark and they are absolutely the best thing with kids - always look great and take a real knocking!
- Friday, March 18, 2011
- Cara said...
I am TRYING to convince the hubs to love the lucite counter stools that I HAVE TO HAVE :P
<3 Cara
Lilac and Grey
- Monday, March 21, 2011
- Stevie said...
The lucite chair is stunning. I hadn't realized that you could get them in styles like that. It makes me think that I should start looking for more lucite, too.
About the room, breathtaking! One tiny thing though, if your daughter is only 4 and a half, how will you ever keep the white cushion on the chair tidy? If you can do that, you truly are a genius!
- Monday, March 21, 2011
- Danielle {freshquince} said...
= gorgeous chair! Wow that is a beauty!
- Monday, March 21, 2011
- Alicia@ eco friendly homemaking said...
Her room is so beautiful!! You have done such a wonderful job decorating it. Love the new chair.So cute!!
- Tuesday, March 22, 2011
how darling! i love lucite...i have a ghost chair at my vanity and a lucite coffee table too. can't get enough!
- Tuesday, March 22, 2011
I love, love, love the lucite desk chair!!!
- Wednesday, March 23, 2011
- pve design said...
Clearly, you have a wonderful eye for beauty and sharing that with your daughter will no doubt breed good taste! Love that she loves her books.
Pretty book-case too. Gorgeous paper.
- Wednesday, March 23, 2011
- Dovecote Decor said...
Loved the post! Drop by to see our fabulous imported French Basketeer Giveaway. To quote Andrea plastic bags are "so passé!"
- Thursday, March 24, 2011
- red ticking said...
a d o r a b l e....
- Thursday, March 24, 2011
- Mrs Conti @ Belvivere said...
You have taste and a very lucky daughter !
- Friday, March 25, 2011
- annie said...
This room is so adorable...love the little tutu's hanging from those cute hooks. The bookcase and of course that chair is wonderful. She must have very sweet dreams in that room!
- Sunday, March 27, 2011
- Camila@effortless-style said...
It's lovely! I adore the lucite and all of those tutu's hanging on the wall!
- Tuesday, March 29, 2011
- Casa Bella said...
Your daughter's room is so darling, Lisa. I saw a lucite chair at a flea market but while I was paying for my merchandise at another stand an old lady bought it! I still regret that I didn't grab it fast enough.
- Tuesday, March 29, 2011
- Karena said...
Lisa, how adorable beyond!! I would also be thrilled with a chair like this!
She is definitely like her mother!! All Girl!
I have a Giveaway from The Zhush I know you will love! Come & join!
Art by Karena
- Tuesday, March 29, 2011


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Manufacturers & Distributors
ISBN to Present Legend Award to Farouk Shami
The International Salon/Spa Business Network (ISBN) will present its Legend Award to Farouk Shami at its 2012 Conference April 15-17 at the Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. Shami is the founder and chairman of Farouk Systems, Inc., a multinational corporation that manufactureres the BioSilk and CHI brands. those lines are sold in more than 100 countries which has given Farouk a unique perspective global business and how to succeed in the 21st century.
"Farouk Shami is a hairdresser's hairdresser," says Paula Malloy Huerta, product development and marketing director for JDPenney and ISBN past president. "He has dedicated his career to helping stylists earn more money, while working in a safe and healty environment. For example, in his Chi Enviro Smoothing System, he created a safe alternative to Brazilian/keratin teratments. Not only do our stylists breathe more easily, they make more money because their clients love the results. Farouk is a man of great character, who cares greatly for and about others and gives back to help others live better lives."
Adds Patrick Neville, ISBN Board Member and chief merchant for BeautyFirst, "Farouk is not only an industry icon, he's recognized by the general public as an artist, visionary, entrepreneur, humanitarian, celebrity and political candidate, thanks to his appearances on 'The Apprentice' and his run for governor of Texas. After landing in the United States in 1965 with $71 and a dream, he worked hard and smart to create a billion dollar enterprise—he truly personifies the American dream."
Shami's story begins more than 45 years ago, when he came to the United States on a scholarship, intending to follow in his father's footsteps and pursue a career in education. While studying, he began working part-time hairdresser and discovered his true calling when he became a salon owner. Being an entrepreneur and small business owner gave Shami an opportunity to create better, more efficient tools to perfect his cratft. In 1986 he enjoyed a major breakthrough, the first of many, when he invented SunGlitz, the first ammonia-free hair lightener and coloring system. From that moment, Shamit's mission became enironment, education and ethics, creating a company that is environmentally responsible, promoting education and adhering to the highest ethical standards. What followed was the invention of the CHI line of ceramic thermal tools, hairdryers with low EMF (electromagnetic fields) and a line of hair tools that features nano silver, which eliminates up to 650 forms of bacteria, making salons healthier for stylists and clients alike. He holds 10 patents for his inventions.
As a humanitarian who fervently believes that generosity is repaid many-fold, Shami has donated to numerous charities and organizations worldwide. In addition, after many tragedies, including September 11, 2011; Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Ike and the tornados in Joplin, Missouri, he donated millions of dollars of his own products to help salons get back in business and help their communities, and also donated care packages of personal hygiene products to help citizens recover. Shami and his business partner, John McCall, demonstrated their commitment to ending childhood diabetes by creating a research center at the City of Hope in California in memory of his father, Sheik Mohammed Shami. He also built a school in honor of his father to educate the young women of Palestine in the sciences. Most recently, he visited Haiti and brought medical and hygiene supplies to victims of the earthquake.
In 2009, Shami threw his hat in the primary for the governor of Texas. Although he did not win the election, Farouk made good on campaign promises and created jobs in Houston with the opening of the new CHI USA manufacturing facilities.
In 2010, Shami partnered with Lone Star College to open the CHI School of Cosmetology, and the following year, the partnership sponosred a cosmetology student to assist with hair care experiments sent aboard the last Space Shuttle mission. Shami has sponsored the Latino Leadership Initiative at the Harvard Kennedy School where he was a keynote speaker. A conduit for peace, he has also spoken by request in Washington, D.C. on Diplomacy through Business and srengthening American relations with the Arab and Islamic regions. He sits on the board of directos for the National Defense University in Washington, D.C., whose foundation bestowed him the American Patriot Award. The award recognizes exceptional Americans who have dmonstrated a profound and abiding love of country and whose inspirational leadership and selfless dedication symbolizes our nation's ideas, values and democratic principles.
A celebrity in his own right, Shami raised the profile of the salon industry when he appeared on The Celebrity Apprentice and tasked the contestants to produce a hair show. Last year, he was a judge for the televised Miss Universe Pageant in Brazil, which his company has sponsored for the past 12 years.
You still have time to register for ISBN's 2012 conference and congratulation Shami in person. The conference also features a keynote by social media guru Peter Shankman (The New PR is Spelled "Customer Service"; economist Alan Beaulieu discussing how to Make Your Move to Maximize the Future; panels covering the state of the industry and government relations; breakouts on online reputation management and "A Window into the Consumer's Mind;" a special "2 to 10 Project" workshop; ISBN's signature Speed Meetings with sponsors, the golf outing at nearby Trump National Golf Course and plenty of time for networking. CLICK HERE to learn more or register.
The International SalonSpa Business Network is comprised of more than 50 top companies, owning two to 12,000 salons and/or spas each, with combined gross sales of more than $10 billion annually. the membership represents more than 25,000 salons and employs more than 250,000 people licensed in the cosmetology field, who facilitate more than 500 million client transactions per year. Call 866-444-4272 or visit salonspanetwork.org for more information on joining and on attending and/or exhibiting at ISBN's Conference.


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Jennifer Hudson, Earth, Wind & Fire to perform at MMRF Gala
Jennifer Hudson, Earth, Wind & Fire and Jermaine Paul will perform at a tribute concert Oct. 27 celebrating Clive J. Davis at the 15th anniversary of the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation Fall Gala in Greenwich.
The MMRF will honor Davis, a five-time Grammy Award winner and noted music industry executive, with the MMRF Spirit of Hope Award, presented annually to individuals who inspire hope with their perseverance in overcoming personal obstacles. Funds raised will support the development of life-extending treatments for multiple myeloma, an incurable blood cancer.
An Academy Award-winning actress, Grammy Award-winning recording artist, best-selling author and clothing designer, Hudson gained national acclaim in 2004 as a contestant on the third season of "American Idol." She made her award-winning film debut in the 2006 production of "Dreamgirls," and her chart-topping music debut in 2008 with Arista Records, which was founded by Davis. Hudson became the national spokesperson for Weight Watchers in 2010.
Earth, Wind & Fire was signed to Columbia Records in 1972 by Davis. With a career spanning more than four decades, six Grammy Awards, eight No. 1 R&B singles, eight Double Platinum Top 10 pop albums, and more than 90 million albums sold, VH1 ranked Earth, Wind & Fire as No. 60 on its list of the 100 Greatest Artists of Rock & Roll.
Winner of the second season of NBC's "The Voice," Paul is recording his debut album, which is set for release at the beginning of December. Paul previously sang background vocals for Alicia Keys, and performed on Keys' Grammy Award-winning album "The Diary of Alicia Keys," which was released by Davis' J Records, and was nominated for a Grammy for a duet on the album.
"I am proud to participate in this tribute concert for Clive Davis to benefit the MMRF -- an organization that has helped so many patients and families affected by this devastating cancer," Hudson said. "I hope my involvement will help the MMRF in their role of bringing new treatments and hope to cancer patients worldwide."
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The MMRF has been recognized as a ground-breaking cancer research organization. Significant MMRF achievements made possible by funding from programs like the Fall Gala include: opening more than 40 clinical trials with 21 novel treatments; sequencing the multiple myeloma genome; and helping to bring five new myeloma drugs to market in less than 10 years -- including the July 2012 FDA approval of Onyx Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s Kyprolis, to which the MMRF provided pivotal support to advance its development. Dr. N. Anthony Coles, president and CEO of Onyx Pharmaceuticals will receive the MMRF Corporate Leadership Award at the gala.
Despite the advancements made by the MMRF, the five-year survival rate for myeloma remains one of the lowest of all cancers and multiple myeloma remains incurable. In 2012, more than 20,000 adults in the United States will be diagnosed with multiple myeloma it is predicted that nearly 11,000 people will die from the disease. The funds raised by the MMRF are critical in continuing to advance research and the progress being made.
"We are so thankful to have Jennifer Hudson, Earth, Wind & Fire and Jermaine Paul joining the MMRF to help honor Clive Davis and support our urgent work," said New Canaan resident Kathy
Giusti, founder and CEO of the MMRF and a myeloma patient.
"The endorsement of our mission by these talented musicians, who are joining us to celebrate this momentous event, is critical to raising awareness for this rare cancer."
The annual gala has been attended by more than 1,200 people, including many celebrities, prominent business executives and high-impact philanthropists. To reserve a table for the MMRF Fall Gala, donate an auction item or inquire about sponsorship opportunities, email firstname.lastname@example.com or call 888-584-5463.
MMRF was established in 1998 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization by twin sisters Karen Andrews and Kathy Giusti, soon after Giusti's diagnosis with multiple myeloma.
Its mission is to relentlessly pursue innovative means that accelerate the development of next-generation multiple myeloma treatments to extend the lives of patients and lead to a cure.
As the world's No. 1 private funder of multiple myeloma research, the MMRF has raised more than $200 million since its inception and directs 90 percent of its total budget to research and related programming.
As a result, the MMRF has been awarded Charity Navigator's coveted four-star rating for nine consecutive years, the highest designation for outstanding fiscal responsibility and exceptional efficiency.
For more information about the MMRF, visit www.themmrf.org.


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Shop These Stylish Riffs On The Classic Boat Shoe
Along with a polo shirt and chinos, the boat shoe was once a hallmark of the New England prepster's uniform. But the classic, unisex slip-ons have found their way into the wardrobes of fashion-forward girls (even Kate Mara's a fan). You don't have to be strolling down the pier in Cape Cod to wear a pair of these nautical-inspired shoes; in fact, they're as stylish for city streets as they are for a yacht outing. Though the latest versions are playful—rendered in glittery metallic or trimmed with bright red laces—boat shoes haven't lost their aristocratic appeal. Keep reading for the coolest riffs on this Current Classic.
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When it comes to warm-weather footwear, comfortable boat shoes are ideal (bonus: no socks required). We spotted Mara out in New York wearing a casually chic RVCA hat, Roxy dress, and Coach purse, a cool off-duty ensemble that called for a little extra polish. The actress' canvas boat shoes do just the trick. We're also fond of the Sperry Top-Sider Cloud Logo A/O 2-Eye Boat Shoes ($90) in Pewter/Blue/Silver on street stylephile Jesse Maricic. This eye-catching metallic pair is a far cry from traditional brown leather boat shoes, which brings us to the array of fun and colourful pairs available right now.
On The Market
Lanvin Metallic-Trimmed Boat Shoes ($595) in Light Pink
Grosgrain ribbon gives Lanvin's gorgeous rose gold boat shoes a particularly luxe feel. Slip on these stunners with a floral skirt and crisp button down.
Milly for Sperry Top-Sider Original 2-Eye Boat Shoes ($130) in Blue Floral Print
Sperry Top-Sider, which debuted in 1935, is known for their iconic boat shoes, while Milly's modern, highly feminine designs are a fashion-insider favourite. Their recent collaboration produced a standout pair in a lovely floral print that would look perfect with a white sundress.
Topshop Tamia Flatform Boat Shoes ($52)
If you don't want to sacrifice height, we suggest Topshop's flatform-style boat shoes. Made of black patent leather and trimmed in white laces, this edgy pair's best for the downtown girl on the go.
American Eagle Canvas Boat Shoes ($40)
Look chic at your next backyard barbecue in American Eagle's bubblegum pink pair styled with rolled-up chinos and a striped shirt.
Paloma Boat Shoes ($99) in Blue
These textured snakeskin boat shoes inject your outfit with exotic flair. Wear them to brighten up a pair of casual Bermuda shorts.
Coach Richelle Glitter Boat Shoes ($138) in Gold
Add a little glitz to a standard spring uniform, like a trench coat, t-shirt, and skinnies, with Coach's sparkly, notice-me-now boat shoes.
Photo of Kate Mara, courtesy of Splash News; street style photo of Jesse Maricic, courtesy of Micah Gianneli.


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"I'm feeling great and anxious to get back on the road."
— Slayer's post-op Tom Araya
"If you missed us playing with our friends Slayer back in the 90s, well, here's your chance to make it up to yourself. If you miss it this time, well then you ain't metal anyway!"
— Megadeth's Dave Mustaine
"We've been sitting home for six months…I can't remember the last time
I wanted to tour so bad."
— Slayer's Kerry King
LOS ANGELES, CA – Monday, April 26, 2010 — Megadeth and Slayer, who last toured the U.S. together nineteen years ago on the "Clash of the Titans" extravaganza, have confirmed that they will each perform, start to finish, their 1990 releases – Slayer's world-wide, million-selling Seasons In The Abyss and Megadeth's Platinum Rust In Peace – on the upcoming Canadian and American Carnage Tours. The six-date Canadian Carnage kicks off July 23 in Quebec City, while the 19-city American Carnage dates begin August 11 in Glens Falls, NY (complete itinerary is below). With Slayer and Megadeth co-headlining, Testament will be Special Guest on all dates.
Tickets purchased for the Canadian and American Carnage shows when they first went on sale late last year will be honored for these rescheduled dates. Complete information regarding ticket sales can be found at www.slayer.net . www.megadeth.com . www.testamentlegions.com
1990 was one stellar year for fans of intense heavy metal, as both Rust in Peace and Seasons in the Abyss and are considered to be among the genre's all-time classics. "War Ensemble," "Holy Wars…The Punishment Due," "Dead Skin Mask," "Hangar 18," "Seasons in the Abyss" – the preeminent list of metal standards that these two albums spawned has rarely been matched by others. Click HERE to see the original music video (shot in Egypt) for Slayer's "Seasons in the Abyss," and HERE for "Holy Wars," Megadeth's first music video from Rust In Peace.
Slayer – guitarists Kerry King and Jeff Hanneman, bassist/vocalist Tom Araya, and drummer Dave Lombardo – scored a major breakthrough upon the original release of Seasons in the Abyss (Slayer's fifth studio album overall), as it was the group's first album to hit the US Top 40, and saw Slayer playing to the biggest crowds of their career with 91's Clash of the Titans tour.
Megadeth's fourth album, Rust In Peace saw the band cement their status as one of the most important metal bands with masterpieces like "Hanger 18" and "Holy Wars…The Punishment Due," as well as a top 25 debut on the Billboard charts. The album has been hailed as one of the greatest heavy metal albums of all time with IGN recently naming it one of the most influential metal albums ever. Megadeth is now rejoined by original bassist Dave Ellefson and are firing on all cylinders.
The American Carnage Tour, originally scheduled to take place in January and February, had to be postponed due to Slayer's vocalist/bassist, Tom Araya's treatment for severe back pain, an occupational hazard for the rocker who is known for aggressively swinging his long mane of hair while performing. A surgical procedure in January corrected the problem once and for all, and he felt better almost immediately.
"Right after the surgery, " said Araya, "I could tell that the issue was fixed. There's no more pain, it just feels really good. I'm really excited and I'm anxious to get together with the rest of the guys and start rehearsing again. We cancelled two tours, and I don't feel great about that, but I couldn't deal with the pain anymore, and that's now completely gone. I know the fans are excited to see the band – the tour is on, we're keeping our word, there will be no more cancellations."
Complete dates for the Megadeth/Slayer Canadian and American Carnage are as follows:
Canadian Carnage
23 Pavillon de la Jeunesse, Quebec City, QC CANADA
24 Heavy MTL, Parc Jean-Drapeau, Montreal, QC CANADA
26 Metro Centre, Halifax, NS CANADA
27 Moncton Coliseum, Moncton, NB CANADA
29 Molson Amphitheatre, Toronto, ONT CANADA
30 John Labatt Centre Center, London, ONT CANADA
American Carnage
11 Glens Falls Civic Center, Glens Falls, NY
12 Izod Center, East Rutherford, NJ
14 Tsongas Arena, Boston, MA
15 Susquehanna Bank Center, Camden, NJ
16 Chevrolet Theatre, Wallingford, CT
18 Tower City Amphitheatre, Cleveland, OH
19 Joe Louis Arena, Detroit, MI
20 UIC Pavilion, Chicago, IL
21 Roy Wilkins Auditorium, Minneapolis, MN
23 Cap Fed Park @Sandstone, Kansas City, KS
25 Magness Arena, Denver, CO
26 Tingley Coliseum, Albuquerque, NM
27 Dodge Theatre, Phoenix, AZ
29 Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre, San Diego, CA
30 Long Beach Arena, Long Beach, CA
31 Cow Palace, San Francisco, CA
1 Arco Arena, Sacramento, CA
3 Wamu Theatre, Seattle, WA
4 Washington County Fairgrounds, Portland, OR
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Slayer. The Chicago Tribune's Greg Kot wrote that Slayer is "one of the great American rock bands of the last 30 years, forget about genre." Indeed, few bands come close to matching the intensity that Slayer – guitarists Kerry King and Jeff Hanneman, vocalist/bassist Tom Araya, and drummer Dave Lombardo – bring to its live shows, having been named "Best Live Band" by numerous media outlets including Revolver, SPIN, and Metal Hammer. 2009's World Painted Blood (American Recordings) offers a Slayer-ized point of view of our world – God's terrifying global genocide, the chaos of our broken political system, the way-too-close proximity of world horrors that technology has brought us, and a chilling hypothesis of how the rest of the world might view America. The album was recorded in Los Angeles over two time periods, during October 2008 and then between late January and March 2009. World Painted Blood was produced by Greg Fidelman who has spent time in the studio with Metallica, the Gossip, the (International) Noise Conspiracy, Slipknot and others, and executive produced by long-time Slayer colleague Rick Rubin, who suggested Fidelman for the project. One reviewer called the album "the heaviest, bloodiest and best album in almost two decades." World Painted Blood landed on boatloads of U.S. and International "Best of" lists for 2009, and N.A.R.A.S. saw fit to bestow its fourth Grammy nomination on Slayer – Best Metal Performance for the WPB track, "Hate Worldwide." For "American Carnage," Slayer's Tom Araya promises, "no ballads, no acoustic numbers, no slow tempos."
Megadeth. 2009 saw the release of ENDGAME, which has been heralded as Megadeth's best album in years. It's the record where it all comes full circle in a career that has not only set standards in hard rock and metal, but defined them. Megadeth's signature shredding and rousing lyrics are the hallmarks of ENDGAME, with vocalist/guitarist Dave Mustaine once again musing and making declarations about the world we live in, having named the album after a government document that should strike fear in the hearts of Americans! But that's Mustaine and Megadeth, using the vehicle of music to shake things up, to make a point and to rattle your brain, literally, figuratively and sonically. Revolver magazine said of ENDGAME, "One of their best albums." VH1's 'That Metal Show' deemed it "One of the metal albums of the year," and Popmatters said, "the record positively scorches with an intensity not heard since Rust in Peace." The band was also awarded the eighth Grammy nomination of its career for "Head Crusher," which serves as more proof that ENDGAME is quickly earning "essential" status in the Megadeth catalog. Megadeth has teamed with ILoveAllAccess.com to offer Ultimate Fan Packages. For more info, go to www.megadeth.com
Legendary thrash metal titans Testament, whose latest award-winning release (2008 Album of the Year, Metal Hammer's Golden God Award) The Formation of Damnation, displays them as the quintessential modern heavy metal band, whose experience and accumulated skill allows them to attack with reserves of anger, energy and finesse that make them more powerful than ever. Lead singer Chuck Billy says, "My first memories of playing with Slayer were in New York, they were our first shows even before we had a record out. We got spit on for the first three songs and then the fans turned it around and started headbanging and fist pumping. It was great and the shows were the heaviest and fondest memories of Testament touring with Slayer."
Added Alex Skolnick, "It's hard to believe that we actually toured together twenty years ago. With everyone just a little bit older and wiser, I believe this time around will be even more fun. It's great that these three bands, Slayer, Megadeth and Testament, are not only still going strong, but sounding better than ever. I'm really looking forward to American Carnage as I'm sure all the fans are."


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|Staff members at the Tulean Dispatch
"A battalion of American troops of the 7th Army was cut off for a week near St. Die in France. All its attempts to break out were stopped by superior German forces. Nor could American relief get through. The situation grew steadily worse…At the last minute, relief troops got through. Who were they? Japanese Americans of the famous 442nd regiment."Many Americans still know very little about the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans; yet the entire episode is well documented in federal records kept by the War Relocation Authority (WRA) and other government agencies. In the National Archives researchers can find details like the names of individuals and their exact barracks addresses in the camps. But the richest reports of the daily routine and larger concerns of the 120,000 Japanese Americans living in the ten WRA concentration camps appear in the pages of newspapers published by the very people incarcerated.
"A crippled Japanese American private, wearing many service ribbons, had been ejected from a civilian barber shop near the Poston WRA center because of the owner's objection to his ancestry."
- The Topaz Times, November 15, 1944
Densho has scanned, digitized, and indexed nearly 4,000 editions of newspapers from all ten WRA camps. All are available to users of the Densho Digital Archive. Ranging from rough mimeographs to professional layouts, the papers were named for the camp locations -- The Topaz Times, Minidoka Irrigator, Manzanar Free Press, Gila News-Courier, Poston Chronicle, Denson Tribune, Heart Mountain Sentinel, Rohwer Outpost, Tulean Dispatch and Granada Pioneer. They relayed the announcements and bulletins you would find in typical American communities of the day: wedding, birth, and death notices; job openings; sports scores; worship schedules; Christmas parties; soldiers killed in Europe.
Upon closer inspection, the illusion of normalcy evaporates. As Steve Chawkins wrote in his Los Angeles Times article "Barbed Wire and Free Press" (May 3, 2007), "The items are redolent of Small Town U.S.A., but the newspapers that carried them weren't exactly published in Mayberry." The day-to-day business is about running incarceration camps that each held over ten thousand U.S. citizens and legal immigrants in harsh settings. Elections are not for town mayor but block leaders (divisions of barracks); messages from administrative officials outline policies for work allocation, clothing allowances, and leave clearance.
So that Center children may enjoy a more cheerful Christmas, more than 500 sympathetic Caucasians from some 30 states all over the country have donated gifts as a friendly gesture in the true Christmas spirit.- Jerome Communique, December 22, 1942
Questions concerning freedom of the press naturally arise. How could people who were essentially prisoners of war within their own country be permitted to speak openly about the injustice perpetrated on them by their own government? In his interview for Densho, Bill Hosokawa, who went on to become an award-winning journalist at major dailies, described the delicate balance he struck as editor of The Heart Mountain Sentinel. He reported tense situations -- such as anger over the erection of the barbed wire fence -- but he took care not to whip up dangerous emotions:
I was afraid that if there were violence, that the government would crack down even further. They had the guns, and they ran the place. We had no rights. And they could surely have cracked down…There was a military police detachment of something like 400 men who were just a few yards outside the camp. And they were armed, and it was their duty to climb into these watchtowers at night and focus their floodlights on us. And they, I'm sure they had their orders to, to shoot if necessary. And aside from that, I felt that the less cooperative we were, the more oppressive the management would be.Glaring omissions do suggest censorship. The Manzanar Free Press, for example, did not print a word about the December 5, 1942, confrontation with soldiers that left two detainees dead and nine wounded; papers in other camps did report the incident. All the camp newspapers employ the euphemistic terminology coined by the government to soften the reality of imprisoning 120,000 individuals simply because of their race. The concentration camps were "relocation centers"; the illegally detained inhabitants were "evacuees" or even "colonists."
"I just figure if we have spirit to fight like the first Issei who came to the United States about 50 years ago, I don't see why we can't put it through here in the east." George Choichoi Yamamoto, Issei farmer from Gila River and Brentwood, Calif., recently told a visitor to the 50-acre truck farm in Pennsylvania which he is now operating on a share-crop basis. "People are more noble here than back in California." Yamamoto continued. "There is nothing like their bunch of jealousy here. I have nothing to complain of and am getting along 100 percent O.K. When I go into town once in a while, I'll bet no one even looks at me…I should have done it sooner, but it was impossible before."- Gila News-Courier, August 29, 1945
The one day difference between Dec. 6 and 7 meant the routine of my life was overturned and my finances were blown to bits. Though we were placed in an assembly center and deprived of our liberty, yet we hold no grudge against you, Uncle Sam. Even though some misguided people have called us "Jap" behind our backs, Uncle Sam, we still hold no grudge against you. War always involves innumerable sacrifices on everyone's part. Nowadays I dream of the peaceful days that are gone. I have read many books on the subject of democracy but none of them described the happy life which we led in our great democracy before the war. - Teiho Hashima, Daily Tulean Dispatch, November 6, 1942


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This is a very cool campaign for the new Killzone 2 on PlayStation. Created by Agency Republic in London, the game is actually based around a tool bar (eg. google tool bar) that you download and install, then, as your browsing sites your killzone 2 tool bar game can randomly activate, saying "your under attack" from which you have [...]Continue reading...
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Anyone interested in participating in the 2006 Discover Louisiana Hunting Weekend, scheduled for the Nov. 24-26 Thanksgiving weekend, now has more time to prepare.
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) promotion, targeting new hunters who want to experience the outdoors, requires participants to complete a hunter education course before they receive a no-cost DLH permit. The original deadline for course completion had been Oct. 31, but the new deadline has been set for Nov. 15.
"It has never been easier to obtain hunter safety certification," said John Sturgis, LWDF Hunter Education Program manager. "If your busy schedule does not permit you to attend the standard education course, you can try our home study program. Students can study at their own pace and convenience, and then attend a six-hour field day for course completion."
The Discover Louisiana Hunting promotion allows both Louisiana residents and non-residents, 16 years of age and older, to experience recreational hunting for the first time or enjoy the sport again. In addition to hunter education certification, participants must also partner with a licensed Louisiana resident hunter who will serve as a host hunter. The host hunter will serve as mentor for the DLH permittee and can be a relative, neighbor, friend or co-worker.
All interested participants who need to obtain hunter education certification are urged to sign up for a class in a location near their home town. A list of courses around the state is available on the DLH Web site -- www.discoverlouisianahunting.com. An on-line version of the course is available through the DLH web site or a CD-ROM version can be obtained by calling the LDWF office nearest the participant. Hunter education courses are free and certification obtained in another state will be accepted.
During the Discover Louisiana Hunting weekend, only quail, rabbit, squirrel and deer can be hunted. For daily bag and possession limits and deer zone restrictions refer to the 2006-07 Louisiana Hunting Season and WMA Regulations Booklet or go to www.discoverlouisianahunting.com and click on "Regulations."
The DLH permit offer is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Once a participant utilizes the no cost weekend hunting option, appropriate licenses and permits must be obtained for all future hunting trips in Louisiana.
Any interested participant without Internet access can call any of the following LDWF offices Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., for permit application assistance:
Alexandria: 1995 Shreveport Hwy., Pineville, LA 71360; ph. 318-487-5885
Baton Rouge: 2000 Quail Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808; ph. 225-765-2346
Ferriday: 261 Wildlife & Fishery Road, Ferriday, LA 71334; ph. 318-757-4571
Grand Chenier: 5476 Grand Chenier Hwy., Grand Chenier, LA 70643; ph. 337-538-2276
Lake Charles: 1213 North Lakeshore Dr., Lake Charles, LA 70601; ph. 337-491-2575
Minden: 1401 Talton Street, Minden, LA 71055; ph. 318-371-3050
Monroe: 368 Century Tel Drive, Monroe, LA 71203; ph. 318-343-4044
New Iberia: 2415 Darnall Road, New Iberia, LA 70560; ph. 337-373-0032
Opelousas: 5652 Highway 182, Opelousas, LA 70570; ph. 337-948-0255
DLH Weekend supporting sponsors and partners include: Academy Sports & Outdoors, Bass Pro Shops/Bossier City, Bayou State Bowhunters Association, Bowie Outfitters, Ducks Unlimited, Hunter's Run Gun Club, Louisiana Wildlife & Fisheries Foundation, Louisiana Wildlife Federation, National Wild Turkey Federation and Safari Club International.
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March 8, 2010
Community support is critical for Montgomery County to develop a free medical clinic and a March 9 informational meeting is an important first step, organizers say. The public is urged to attend the 8 p.m. meeting Tuesday in Baxter Hall 101 on the Wabash campus.
"My hope is to see a good portion of the Montgomery County community begin to get energized to support such a clinic," said Dr. John Roberts, who will serve as the clinic's chief medical officer. "The clinic will be an absolute failure without the support of a broad base of volunteers, community leaders and medical professionals along with our local hospital," he said.
Ms. Marjorie Hamrell from Volunteers in Medicine (VIM), a national organization promoting free medical clinics, will be speaking and fielding questions.
The clinic will offer free basic health care services to uninsured residents (both children and adults) who meet federal poverty guidelines. The Montgomery County clinic would become the fourth VIM facility in the state, joining Bloomington, Columbus and Indianapolis.
All successful VIM clinics require broad-based support, Roberts said.
"I hope anyone interested in the free clinic, either as a volunteer, patient or a contributor will attend the meeting," said Dr. Janet Rucker, a local dentist who serves as a board member for the free clinic. "This meeting will answer questions and concerns people might have and open the way for a community effort to offer health care to the residents of Montgomery County."
VIM has helped to establish 77 clinics across the country and in 2008 more than 100,000 patents made 300,000 visits. Nearly 10,000 medical and non-medical volunteers staffed the clinics.
Establishing a VIM clinic typically takes 12 to 24 months and involves fulfilling certain criteria and guidelines. Montgomery County Free Clinic, Inc., is researching the construction of a new building for the clinic or the possible remodeling of an existing building.
William N. Doemel, president of the Montgomery County Free Clinic, Inc. board of directors, said the clinic must see itself as an educational facility in addition to offering primary health care.
"Our hope would be that people would feel comfortable coming into a clinic where they are welcomed," he said.
Visits for children, for example, will include parent education.
"Teaching kids good health habits and risky behavior avoidance goes a long way to producing healthy adults," Roberts said.
By using both active and retired physicians, dentists, nurses and other health care professionals, the clinic will help improve the overall health of residents by targeting the most vulnerable - the uninsured.
"The biggest challenge is trying to slow or stop the damage that has already been done by chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension," Roberts said. "If just those two conditions were recognized and treated earlier, their effect on the health of our citizens would be dramatic."
Also, it is more cost effective to treat such diseases early.
"Costs for early diagnosis and prevention are a mere fraction of what it takes to treat these diseases once they have started damaging peoples' bodies," he said.
"People who are uninsured are far more likely to postpone or forgo health care; thus, they are sicker when diagnosed, receive fewer therapeutic services and are more likely to suffer serious disability," Doemel said.
According to VIM, nearly half of the uninsured lack a regular clinic or physician to go to when they are sick. The emergency room is the usual source of care, placing more burdens on local hospitals. Preventative care - the opportunity to have a mammogram or immunization - is virtually unknown.
Health care for children will include vaccination and ensuring proper growth and development.
"The goal is to identify problems early so they can be addressed before they become major issues," Roberts said. "I think it's important for kids to identify with a health care professional early in their lives so they feel comfortable discussing health issues as they get older."
Dental care has increasingly been identified as a key to a healthy life. Two dental chairs are planned at the free clinic.
"The link between heart disease, stroke and periodontal disease is direct and well-documented," Rucker said. "Poor oral care increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. It also makes controlling diabetes more difficult."
On March 9, the community will engage an issue that has been at the core of intense debate in Washington. Regardless of what happens at the federal level, Montgomery County must step up to the challenge so that every resident has the opportunity to be known by a primary care physician.
"I would like to see the public gain a better understanding of the lack of access to primary health care in the county for the uninsured and underinsured," Roberts said. "This problem is not going to go away and the health of our neighbors is at stake."


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Director of Spurs Broadcasting visits Texas State, advises future graduates
By Andrew Osegi
Excitement was buzzing all around the classroom. Students in Larry Carlson's Sports As News class gathered their note-taking materials as the instructor and his anticipated guest chatted near the entrance.
In an effort to examine the challenges of media coverage in sports, Mike Kickirillo, director of broadcasting for the NBA's San Antonio Spurs and a Texas State alumnus, visited his alma mater Tuesday, Jan. 29, to answer questions from aspiring mass communication professionals.
Kickirillo graduated from Texas State University in 1988 with a B.A. in fine arts and communication, majoring in broadcast journalism. He pursued his love of sports by getting involved in the university's student media, reporting on school athletics for print, radio and television news outlets.
After graduation, Kickirillo was hired as sports producer for KSAT-12, a news station in San Antonio. There he developed his broadcasting skills until he was hired by Spurs Sports & Entertainment in 1990. During his tenure with the Spurs, Kickirillo has broadcast the team's rise to four NBA championships — and he has four championship rings to prove it.
As he spoke to the roomful of Texas State students, Kickirillo emphasized the importance of being involved on campus as an undergraduate.
"My advice to students is to take advantage of the wealth of opportunity this university has to offer," Kickirillo said. "I would not be where I am today had I not gained experience with the University Star and KTSW. I was so busy as an undergrad that I practically lived on campus!"
Kickirillo offered his advice, based on personal experience, for reporting sports as well.
"As a reporter, you must be prepared," Kickirillo said. "Have well-structured questions ready to go and don't act like you know everything. Leave your ego at the door and be willing to work hard and learn at the same time. Bad questions lead to bad interviews which then lead to bad experiences."
Students drew upon Kickirillo's deep understanding of broadcast media. They peppered him with questions about interacting with Spurs players, the future of broadcasting with regards to social media and his future goals.
Carlson, senior lecturer in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Texas State, has known Kickirillo for nearly 25 years, since Kickirillo's days as one of Carlson's students. They have stayed in touch with one another and have been good friends ever since.
Carlson says he invited Kickirillo to speak with his students so they could "lock in" on what it takes to be successful in the electronic media business.
"Kickirillo is very accomplished in his field," said Carlson. "When he was hired, he was one of the youngest producers in the NBA; now he is considered a veteran. Mike has always been willing to help students from Texas State and I am always ready to listen to his opinion of media work in today's world."
In addition to his championship seasons with the Spurs, Kickirillo won an Emmy for his contributions while working with NBC during the 1996 Olympic Games.
Today, Kickirillo is the highest authority in Spurs broadcasting. Anything Spurs-related that airs on TV probably crossed Kickirillo's desk for final approval.
"Producers, like myself, drive content," says Kickirillo. "I direct the game cameras and general look of the game. Advertisements, comparisons, facts and what the game announcers talk about all have to go through me before broadcasting to the public. My directive is to deliver the game in the most effective and entertaining way to the audience watching at home."
Bailey Bounds, an electronic media junior, is in Carlson's class and was present during Kickirillo's visit.
"I loved Mr. Kickirillo's visit," says Bounds. "Not only am I an avid Spurs fan, but I also hope to pursue my own career in sports broadcasting one day. The tips and hints Kickirillo gave us were exceedingly encouraging and helpful."
Kickirillo ended his visit by discussing what today's job market is looking for in recent graduates eager for work. A solid foundation in writing and an inner hunger to succeed and work hard were at the top of his list.


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While fans would usually show excitement for a reunion show of a favorite band, Save Ferris fans are marching to the tune of disapproval.
In its heyday in the '90s third-wave ska scene, Save Ferris played hits like "The World Is New" and a cover of "Come on Eileen" by Dexys Midnight Runners. The band also performed in the Heath Ledger and Julia Stiles film "10 Things I Hate About You" before it broke up in 2002 due to creative differences.
Save Ferris is reuniting for its first show in 10 years at the OC Fair's Pacific Amphitheatre on Saturday. However, this "reunion" includes only one member — singer Monique Powell, who joined the band after former singer Adrienne Knoff was fired in 1995.
Other former members of the band said they found out about the show one night before it was announced April 17.
"None of us were contacted or approached directly," said guitarist Brian Mashburn. "We had all heard from people who knew Monique that the show was going on. It came out of left field."
Powell maintained in a Facebook statement that the other members were unavailable to play the show due to their new band. But Mashburn, who plays with other former Save Ferris members in the group Starpool, said they were not invited to play at all.
"Nobody personally reached out to me or any of the other members," he said. "It was implied that [Powell] was doing the show one way or another and that she owned the name."
Founding band members Mashburn, Eric Zamora, Bill Uechi, Brian Williams and Evan Kilbourne filed a lawsuit June 19 against Powell, contending that Powell is not the sole owner of the name "Save Ferris" and could therefore not perform under the name, and that calling the show a "reunion" is misleading to the public.
"She is violating our rights," Mashburn said. "It seems like she is trying to fool the public by saying this is a Save Ferris show. People are going to go regardless because they want to see Monique, and that's their prerogative, but people who are fans of the whole group think it's disingenuous."
Powell declined to comment about the legal case, but has continued promoting the show on her personal and fan pages on Facebook.
While some fans have supported Powell on social media, often asking her to perform in other cities, many people from the ska community have shown disapproval.
"There's no excitement from the scene that has been around Save Ferris for all these years," said Jamie Nicole Rocha, 27, of West Covina, a fan for 16 years. "The thing that saddens me the most about it is that Monique actually believes she can fool the fans that have been with the band for so long. It really shows how big her ego is, thinking the band is all about her, where in fact it was the guys behind the instruments who are responsible for the songs we love."
Some non-supporters have turned to social media to share their disapproval of the show. Curt Silver, 21, of Burbank, said he commented on Facebook threads about the show, warning fans that this was not actually a reunion show.
"I'm not sure what Ms. Powell is doing with herself, but it concerns me that she's lying to the 6,000 fans she has fooled with this concert," he said.
If You Go
What: Save Ferris with the English Beat and the Originalites
Where: Pacific Amphitheatre, OC Fair and Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa
When: 7 p.m. Saturday
Cost: $19.70 to $32.95
Information: (714) 708-1500 or pacamp.com/pa


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William A. "Bill" Gillon, former counsel for the National Cotton Council and an expert on trade issues, has been named president and CEO of the Cotton Board, the organization that oversees the collection and disbursement of the cotton checkoff.
Currently the principal of Gillon & Associates, PLLC, in Memphis, Gillon has been an observer for the NCC at most of the agricultural negotiations of the ongoing Doha Round of the WTO and has written extensively on those and other trade matters.
Gillon's selection was announced by Cotton Board Chairman Craig Shook, a producer from Corpus Christi, Texas. Gillon replaces Drayton Meyer, who also worked on trade issues for the Cotton Council before joining the Cotton Board.
Shared goals
"Bill brings an outstanding record of achievement and service within the cotton industry to the Cotton Board," said Shook. "He is respected throughout agriculture as well as USDA. He shares our goal of ensuring the Cotton Research and Promotion Program is utilized to increase consumption and enhance demand of cotton for the benefit of brands, retailers and cotton producers."
Prior to serving as general counsel to the NCC, Gillon was senior counsel for the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry of the U.S. Senate and was an attorney in the Office of General Counsel at USDA. Gillon has also served as an official advisor to the U.S. Government on agricultural trade matters and as a board member of several local organizations.
Gillon has worked on the cutting edge of legal and business developments in agriculture and has experience with new innovations, like electronic warehouse receipts, precision agriculture, genetically enhanced commodities and organic agriculture.
His legal work for the cotton industry includes defending the Cotton Research & Promotion Program from constitutional challenges and representing the industry in the World Trade Organization case brought against the U.S. cotton program by Brazil.
Trade legislation
While in Washington, DC, Gillon wrote significant pieces of agriculture, agricultural trade, and conservation legislation and regulations implementing important conservation and agriculture programs.
Gillon's long association with the cotton industry played a key role in his selection, said Shook. "We were also intent on selecting a CEO who understood the mission of the Cotton Board and who could craft a long-term vision for our organization. With Gillon's leadership, I am confident the Cotton Board will rise to meet new challenges and will ensure our research and promotion program continues to be the best in the world."
Gillon will begin his new role as the Cotton Board's CEO on Oct. 18.
For more information about the Cotton Board, visit www.cottonboard.org.


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From a Silicon Valley Garage to International Acclaim
Testarossa (Italian for "red head") was the nickname given Rob Jensen as a young university student in Italy. Rob and Diana Jensen started Testarossa in their garage in 1993 with just twenty-five cases of wine. Today, the winery works closely with top winegrowers in the Santa Lucia Highlands, Santa Rita Hills, Arroyo Grande Valley, Santa Maria Valley, Russian River Valley, Chalone and Santa Cruz Mountains appellations. The label has grown to national prominence among collectors and reviewers by cultivating long-term partnerships with passionate winegrowers and vineyards the likes of Garys', Pisoni, Rosella's, Doctor's, Sierra Madre and Rincon.
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Rob Jensen, a fourth generation Northern Californian, developed a passion for winemaking: its past, present, and future through extensive travel to Europe's great wine growing areas, combined with living in Italy during his university days. This fueled his interests and eventually led to the founding of Testarossa Winery.
Although Rob's degree is in Electrical Engineering, with a minor in Italian language and culture (Santa Clara University, 1986), he has studied grape growing, winemaking and chemistry at the renowned School of Viticulture and Enology at UC Davis. During Rob's nearly twenty year high-tech career he held several sales and marketing positions in pre- and post-IPO companies in Silicon Valley. In October 2001, Rob left high-tech to follow his dream and work full-time at the winery. Rob's technical background, love of the arts, and business experience made it a natural for him to dive headlong into the wine business, an industry that is equal parts science and art.
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Diana Jensen, also born in Northern California but raised in San Diego, met Rob while earning her BS in Electrical Engineering at Santa Clara University. After graduating in 1988, she worked in high-tech marketing at Silicon Valley's National Semiconductor and Cypress Semiconductor. She, along with Rob, founded Testarossa Winery in 1993 as a small, weekend project. But as new grape sources were secured and the wines gained reputation, a daily presence was needed to develop the winery into a business. In 1994, Diana left the high tech world and started running Testarossa full time.


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AGS sends a couple to state finals
BRECKENRIDGE — Two AuGres-Sims track team members made the state finals cut at Saturday's Division 4 track regional at Breckenridge, with a number of others earning regional medals for their performances.
AuGres-Sims' Kadie Kachmaryk and Emily Lutz took regional titles in the pole vault and shot put, respectively, Kachmaryk won with a leap of 7-6, while Lutz won the shot by nearly a foot with a throw of 32-4.75.
AGS finished fourth in the team scoring behind Beal City, Mt. Pleasant Sacred Heart and Blanchard-Montabella. Hale finished 10th, Whittemore-Prescott took 11th and Mio was 13th.
Other AGS medallists included Lutz in the discus (3rd, 92-0); Brandi Willett in high jump (6th, 4-4) and 100 hurdles (7th, 19.73); Kelsey Heinrich, Adriane Swaffield, Kachmaryk and Anita Rollins in the 4x800 relay (5th, 11:09.71); the 4x200 relay (3rd, 2:01.67); Heinrich in the 1600 (8th, 6:32.13) and 3200 (7th, 14:49.62); the 4x100 relay (8th, 58.65); Rollins in the 800 (4th, 2:43.66); and the 4x400 relay (7th, 4:51.52).
Whittemore-Prescott got medals from Larrissa McGeathy in the discus (6th, 88-2) and shot put (3rd, 30-9); Jessica Dietzel in the 100 hurdles (6th, 19.21) and 300 hurdles (8th, 57.09); Victoria Doebler in the 100 (6th, 13.83) and 400 (7th, 1:10.50); the 4x200 relay team (8th, 2:07.40); and Staci Ostrander in the 800 (7th, 2:50.31).
State qualifiers compete on Saturday, May 30 at Ada Forest Hills Eastern near Grand Rapids.
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