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Make way for the Uss Constitution, for she once again sails the seas. Commissioned for the US Navy by the Naval Act of 1794, she was launched in 1797 as one of six heavily armed frigates. The decision at the time was to make these heavy frigates the largest warships that the United States was fielding, so at the time of her launching, she was the largest warship sailing under the flag of the United States. She was named by none other than George Washington, and went on to faithfully serve many US Presidents after her.
The USS Constitution is most known for her role in the War of 1812 where she defeated the HMS Guerriere. The battle saw the two ships directly alongside each other for much of the time, yet rough seas prevented any boarding action. Instead the USS Constitution's guns savaged her British rival, while many of the shots from the Guerriere reportedly bounced off of the Constitution's hull. Which caused an American sailor to shout, "Huzzah, her sides are made of iron," and, from this, the USS Constitution became known as "Old Ironsides."
By 1830, the USS Constitution was getting quite old, particularly for a wooden ship. The Boston Advertiser erroneously reported that the US Navy had decided to scrap her. This promoted Oliver Wendell Holmes to write and publish the poem, "Old Ironsides" which caused such an outcry amongst the American public that the Navy was forced to continue her upkeep. And so the decision was made to transform the USS Constitution from a warship, to one of public relations on behalf of the US Navy- a tradition which the Navy has maintained to this day.
The Constitution has been repaired and refitted many times over her history, but her only real means of propulsion has remained the use of her sails. As sail has become a rather impractical method of powering a ship, there has always been the question of whether she should be towed to her destinations or whether US Navy sailors would be trained in such an outdated mode of transportation. Though she has been towed plenty of times throughout her history, there have been occasions where she used the wind to sail entirely under her own power. In 1997, she sailed under her own power to celebrate the 200th anniversary of her launching. Most recently, the Constitution sailed under her own power to celebrate the 200th anniversary of her battle with HMS Guerriere. She was sailed by a crew of 60 sailors, all active duty members of the Navy, and fired off a 21-gun salute to adoring audiences. Clearly, she is a beautiful piece of American history.
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Ban Ki-moon was sworn into office as the new United Nations Secretary General on December 14. Soon he will be sworn at, when once again the UN fails to obey US orders. Any secretary general's honeymoon in Washington is likely to be short. Who now remembers that outgoing Secretary General Kofi Annan was a US nomination back in 1996, or that he managed to persuade Jurassic Jesse Helms to cut a deal on paying off Washington's debt to the UN?
As Annan leaves, it gives him some wry satisfaction that John Bolton, the US ambassador who thought he was a viceroy, has been sent off the field by the new Democratic Congress. After spending his first term perceived almost as a secular saint, Annan spent much of his second being reviled by Bolton's soulmates as a global kleptocrat.
It was mostly in the United States that the sustained neocon Swift-boating, through the alleged "Oil for Food Scandal," muddied Annan's reputation. Fortunately, the rest of the world took little notice of those furious and hyperbolic exaggerations. Annan's historical position is now clearer, and it is not just customary valediction to say that he has been one of the most effective secretary generals in UN history. Successes in Sierra Leone, Liberia, East Timor, Lebanon and Congo's first free elections in four decades are no mean vindication of Annan's principled pragmatism.
Bill Clinton pushed Annan's appointment because of a misapprehension that he would be a reverse of his predecessor, Boutros Boutros-Ghali: more secretary than general. Clinton and his Secretary of State, Madeleine Albright, did not want someone with big ideas and a big mouth engaging in public debates with their Administration. They thought they could count on the reserved UN bureaucrat to deliver.
They were right about the big mouth, wrong on the big ideas. Annan is not a great orator. Audiences have to strain to hear his softly spoken phrases, whose content has usually been carefully polished to remove any language that would be too confrontational. Yet the big ideas kept coming.
As a cog in the UN juggernaut hijacked by the great powers, Annan was implicated in the bloody failures in Bosnia and Rwanda, and on taking office he tried to make "Never Again" more than an empty slogan, beginning with an unprecedentedly open report on the UN's role in those events. Human rights, development and global responsibility were his constant refrain over the years, and he reclaimed a role for the UN as a standard setter, making development a global issue.
Annan's quiet authority and palpable decency made him a perfect standard-bearer both for the organization and for these values. It was precisely those strengths that the xenophobic wing of the US media tried to undermine in his second term, when he stated the obvious truths about Washington's disregard for international law and human rights, most notably in Iraq.

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Colchester news
Spurred by a petition from two representatives of the Colchester Area Relief Effort Backpack Lunch Program, Colchester will soon review its insurance options for use of city property.
The petition, which requested use of the city hall's canopy area, raised questions about how the insurance would be handled for such an event. City Attorney Diane Diestler pointed out that CARE would have to add Colchester under its insurance policy according to the city's insurance agent.
Alderman Robert Bisby asked if every event that would be held on city property, including small events held by private individuals, would require insurance documentation.
"I had discussed with (the insurance agent) in situations in which an organization was needing that request," Diestler said. "If you have requests coming from individuals, I'm not sure what she would require of the city or the individual so that's something we need to follow up and contact her about."
Alderman Frances Welch commented that the CARE board had not yet made a decision as to how the lunch program would be handled, but noted the organization does have insurance.
The power to make a decision on whether or not the canopy will be used for the program was granted to the committee of the whole by the council.
Doug Erickson, associate at Benton and Associates Inc., said that The Voice incorrectly reported in a July 7 story that the city would be receiving less Motor Fuel Tax this year.
Colchester will still be receiving the same amount of MFT from the state, but will be spending less of it due to the upcoming sewer project that will affect city roads during the construction period.
"What we're thinking is why, especially when we have a big sewer project coming up with big equipment on those roads, would we put a seal coat on them when we're going to tear them up again," Erickson said. "So we're only going to do one or two streets on the east side to kind of build up that road, then we'll bank that money until next year… and have a lot of money to go after and deal with (the streets)."
The city council adopted the MFT resolution to that end.
Also OK'd was an agreement with Danny Bice Plumbing that would allow for a one-time renewal agreement this year for up to $2,000 each for emergency sewer repairs, in accordance with state law.
Alderman Catherine Louderman inquired about what would have to be done to allow for payment regarding mowing services that Mayor Danny Bice had performed. Diestler recommended that the city pursue outside contractors or use city employees when dealing with jobs outside Bice's scope of mayor and plumber.
Closure of city streets around the city park to accommodate an upcoming concert hosted by the First Christian Church at 7 p.m. on July 26 was approved pending a recommendation by Colchester Police Chief Dave Bland.
A resolution was adopted as per a recommendation made by Diestler, to allow the Colchester State Bank to utilize the city's Market St. lot as a mobile banking location in the event of an emergency, such as a fire.
The resolution would require the bank to provide advance notice to the city as well as compensation for use of the lot, but would allow the bank to continue business with a minimal delay through the use of off-site data backups.
The council also approved the printing and distribution of the annual Consumer Confidence Report, and the adoption of the annual appropriations ordinance, water rate increase ordinance in accordance to the City of Macomb's increased rates, and the annual prevailing wage ordinance.
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OAKLAND TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) — The attorney for a reputed ex-Mafia captain who told the FBI the remains of former Teamsters boss Jimmy Hoffa are buried in a field in suburban Detroit says his client still believes the information he gave is accurate.
David Chasnick represents 85-year-old Tony Zerilli. Chasnick says the 2 ½-day excavation of an Oakland Township field by about 40 FBI agents is commendable, but may have been too limited in scope. Agents called off the search Wednesday morning.
Hoffa disappeared in 1975 and his whereabouts is an enduring mystery.
Zerilli says he was told that Hoffa was buried under a barn in the field about 30 miles northwest of Detroit.
Chasnick says Zerilli still believes Hoffa's remains are in the field.


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CARSON, Calif. – Real Salt Lake fell 1-0 on Thursday at Western Conference foe Chivas USA in a preseason friendly at a StubHub Center training field.
RSL boss Jeff Cassar on Thursday welcomed the return of U.S. Men's National Team January camp standouts Kyle Beckerman and Nick Rimando, as well as veteran leaders Nat Borchers, Ned Grabavoy and Alvaro Saborio, all of whom sat out last weekend's 1-1 draw against UC-Irvine.
RSL fell behind early against Chivas, as 34-year old Mexican legend FW "Bofo" Bautista curled home a scintillating free kick from just outside the box following a late step and resultant foul from young Claret-and-Cobalt DF Carlos Salcedo. While Rimando had little chance to stop the pinpoint offering, the elite MLS 'keeper was a vocal organizer in back, with RSL exerting its possession-style on the game for 20 minutes after falling behind.
Argentine maestro MF Javier Morales again combined well with speedster Joao Plata up top in the first stanza, with Beckerman and Grabavoy, DF Chris Wingert and rookie DF Ryan Neil, MF Sebastian Velasquez and FW Devon Sandoval all taking turns on the attack. Plata wreaked particular havoc on the Chivas backline, with former RSL backup GK Tim Melia stoning the diminutive forward on multiple occasions, saving a Velasquez volley from point-blank range and denying Sandoval on a couple of opportunities, in addition to seeing "Big Dev" have a goal called back on an offside chance.
Wholesale changes came at the 46-minute mark, with GK Jeff Attinella moving into goal and DF Aaron Maund moving into a center back slot alongside Wingert, replacing Salcedo. DF Abdoulie Mansally manned the left back space with draftee DF/MF Joey Dillon on the right. MF Cole Grossman was inserted at holding mid, MF Jordan Allen on the left side of diamond opposite Velasquez, and trialist MF Dylan Mares moving atop the diamond. Saborio and FW Olmes Garcia paired up top.
This group took time to find its rhythm, but put on a frantic show in the final 20 minutes, with Saborio often checking back to win balls and create space for Garcia, and the homegrown Allen mixing it up with Chivas' MF Oswaldo Minda, DF Bobby Burling and DF Carlos Bocanegra to win second balls and create chances. Mansally pushed forward often down the line, while Dillon and Mares sought to combine with those more familiar with the system.
Real Salt Lake returned to Salt Lake City on Thursday night, and will remain in Utah through the weekend. The Claret-and-Cobalt will host its annual Open House at Rio Tinto Stadium from 1-4 p.m. on Saturday, with Cassar and Borchers scheduled to appear for Q+A sessions with fans at 2:00 and 3:30 p.m., respectively.
RSL will travel on Monday to Arizona for the Desert Diamond Cup hosted by FC Tucson, with four games in two weeks culminating on March 1. This will be Real Salt Lake's third-consecutive year in the round-robin competition, which will also include fellow MLS clubs Chicago Fire, Chivas USA, Colorado Rapids and New England Revolution, along with USL Premier Development League club FC Tucson.
The FC Tucson Desert Diamond Cup will begin on Wednesday, Feb. 19 and will conclude with the Championship, 3rd-Place and 5th-Place matches on Saturday, March 1. A full schedule and ticketing information for all of the 2014 MLS Preseason games in Tucson can be found at www.FCTucson.com.
Following the FC Tucson Desert Diamond Cup, RSL will return to Utah to begin preparations for its MLS season opener on Saturday, March 8 at LA Galaxy. Following the opener at the Galaxy, RSL will travel up the California coast to take on San Jose Earthquakes at Buck Shaw Stadium on Saturday, March 15. The Claret-and-Cobalt will open its 2014 home schedule on Saturday, March 22, when it will host the Galaxy at 2:00 p.m. MT at Rio Tinto Stadium in a nationally televised game on NBC Sports Network. Click here for Real Salt Lake's full 2014 MLS regular season schedule.
RSL Head Coach Jeff Cassar
On the 10-day California stint:
"I feel very positive about our direction, and what we accomplished here in Southern California. It's a long season – nobody knows that better than us after last year – and we need to pace ourselves a bit. Obviously the level rises when you get guys like Nicky Rimando, our Captain Kyle Beckerman and Luis Gil into the group after the month they had with the national team."
"I'm happy we created a ton of chances today against Chivas; when we get a little fitter, we will be that much sharper, and those chances will result in goals. Still working a bit on our defensive posture, but that second-nature knowledge of who should be where on either side of the ball will come."
On the injured pieces missing from the picture:
"We are making progress on the health front, I'm excited to get guys we know we will depend on like Beltran and Schuler, among others, re-inserted to the group when we get to Tucson next week. I'm excited to see those guys and Stertzer and Balchan and Kwame work together with our healthier guys, to see them prepare together for the Tucson matches."
On the Desert Diamond Cup:
"So excited about the competition we will face down in Tucson, getting our group into the rhythm of playing games. FC Tucson has invited us for a third straight year, we've see the tourney grow, hopefully we've helped them grow a bit, excited to see good crowds and their new stadium."
"Tucson is also a place the guys enjoy during their down time, good place for all the new and old faces to bond as a group. It's a well-run tourney, we couldn't ask for better in our preseason preparation as we look forward to March 8 at Los Angeles."
RSL GM Garth Lagerwey
On Saturday's Rio Tinto Stadium Open House:
"Really looking forward to having our fans, people who are wondering about the 2014 season to come out this weekend and hear from Jeff Cassar, our new, charismatic head coach and one of our veterans, Nat Borchers. It will be great to have a chance to ask them questions, go face-to-face with them and see and hear the vision that this group has for our 10th season."
On where the team is at on Feb. 13:
"Now is not the time of year to be concerned about results; would we like to win every time out, sure, that's the goal once games matter. But there are so many other details we concentrate on as we integrate new faces, rehab injuries, fine-tune the guys that have built this organization. We are definitely headed in the right direction."
Goals by Period 1 2 F
Chivas USA 1 0 1
Real Salt Lake 0 0 0
Scoring Summary:
CHV – Bofo Bautista – 11
Please visit //www.realsaltlake.com/preseason-central for all the team's up-to-date preseason information, including a PDF copy of Real Salt Lake's roster for each leg, as well as video vignettes behind-the-scenes, Q&A sessions with the players, etc.
The only way to currently secure tickets to any of Real Salt Lake's 17 regular season home games is to Join the Pride and become a 2014 RSL Season Ticket Holder. RSL fans can purchase 2014 season tickets at the Rio Tinto Stadium box office, online at www.realsaltlake.com/tickets/jointhepride or over the phone at 801-727-2700. Becoming a 2014 Season Ticket Holder guarantees the same seats for all MLS regular season home games and additional bonus games for a total of 20 home games. A full rundown of all the benefits included in the 2014 season ticket package can be found here.


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LEGISLATIVE BULLETIN: Fund Indigent Defense, Protect the Fairness of North Carolina's Justice System
By Alexandra Forter Sirota
Director, NC Budget & Tax Center
May 2011
- Indigent Defense Services (IDS) is a critical part of fair and equal access to justice under the law.
- The House budget would dramatically slash funding for IDS. Taking the last budget into account, the combined underfunding for IDS would be $32 million.
- Investing in IDS saves money. In states across the country, failure to invest in indigent defense has increased long-term costs to the state and reduced the availability of effective representation.
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Located in the quiet vicinity of Pattaya, which is only five
minutes from the city center, The Cosy Beach Hotel is a definite
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Standard Room (Twin)23 Sq.m. | Twin Bed only | No Balcony | Non-Specific View | Located at Cosy Wing
Superior Room29 Sq.m. excl. terrace | 25 Rooms | 2 Queen Size Beds | City View | Located at Grand Wing
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From the Lobby Lounge, you step
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CIU Newlyweds Showered with Love after Fire Destroys Home
By Bob Holmes
It was a typical South Carolina summer afternoon. Hot, humid and scattered late afternoon thunderstorms were developing over the Columbia area. Columbia International University cross country coach Jud Brooker was driving into his neighborhood in the northwest suburbs of Columbia when he saw smoke. As he drove further, he could see that the smoke was coming from his cul-de-sac. Because the fire department was already on the scene, he had to park a block away and walk toward his house. That's when he met a neighbor who gave him the news – the fire was at Jud's house – a lightning bolt struck a vent on the roof. The house was now engulfed in flames.
"I was stunned, and just sat there for awhile in unbelief," Jud recalls.
He eventually had the presence of mind to text Nicole – his wife of three months, and an admissions counselor at CIU. The text read, "Come home now, house burnt down."
"At first I thought it was a joke. Jud is a jokester," Nicole said. So she called him and found out it was no joke. That's when she started shaking, and says she "ran out of the office to come home."
The thunderstorm that passed over the Brooker's house was not the first storm in the life of these newlyweds. Jud was already limping around campus in an orthopedic boot because of a foot injury – a debilitating event for a cross country coach – and had recently had his appendix removed. But the through the storms, Jud says they have come to realize that they have "amazing" friends at CIU. After the fire, a unit was made available to them at CIU's Pine View Apartments and the Admissions Department bought them houseshold and personal essentials and moved them in. But that was only the beginning of the love shown to them by the CIU family.
"Even the evening of the fire, the entire Athletic Department came to the house to support us and (CIU President) Dr. (Bill) Jones even came to pray with us and make sure we were OK," Jud said. "Dr. Jones called every day for a little over a week just to check up on us which really showed the character and love he and other administrators have for CIU.
"We were showered with gifts and prayer that really helped us get back on our feet and know that God is good," Jud continued. "Our marriage has really grown from this, and we have learned to lean on God and each other for our joy and not the 'things' we have."
Nicole concurs that God has used the storms to bring her and Jud closer to each other.
"Walking with Jud through each trial after we got married has been challenging," Nicole said. "These challenges have taught me more about being a loving and caring wife and about the importance of family. They have helped me to truly commit my family into the hands of God trusting that no matter what, He will take care of us, that I can't do it all on my own."
Jud says the experiences have given him an opportunity to "walk the walk, and not simply talk the talk" as he leads the men's and women's cross country teams, oversees intramural sports, and learns to be a godly husband.
"My job is dealing with college students and having students look to me for guidance." Jud said. "This summer has really shown me the importance of being a strong Christian, not just for myself, but now for a wonderful wife who needs me to be the spiritual leader, (and for) students looking to me for growth on and off the cross country and intramural fields."
Since the fire, Nicole has started a "Thankful" journal where she writes one thing each day about Jud for which she is grateful.
"It challenges me not to complain about the lack of time that we have together but to be thankful for a husband who loves me unconditionally and demonstrates Christ's love for me," Nicole said.
Another thing for which the Brookers can be thankful is that even though their house was a total loss and has since been demolished, plans for a new house on the site are underway. The house will also have the touch of CIU's extended family. It's being built by David Abbott, the husband of CIU Athletics Director Kim Abbott. Jud says he and Nicole could be in it in a matter of a few months – "if the weather is good."


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James Stephen Holt
James Stephen Holt, of Little Rock, was born in Leachville on July 20, 1967, and died Jan. 28, 2014, at the age of 46, from ALS. Stephen was diagnosed with both ALS and Lyme disease this past July. Stephen loved the Lord, his family, his work as a lawyer, missionary service (especially in Paraguay) and hunting and fishing (especially with his son, Will and his buddies at deer camp).
Stephen is survived by his wife Patience Pruitt Holt, daughter Abbey Holt, son Will Holt, mother Brenda McClearn Holt of Leachville, older brother Micheal Holt of San Diego, Calif., and younger brother David Holt of Little Rock.
Stephen was preceded in death by his father James Leo Holt of Water Valley, Miss., (11/8/1934 - 7/5/2001), the son of Daniel Holcomb Holt of Water Valley, Miss., (12/6/1893 - 4/24/1946), the son of Andrew Neal Holt of Panola, Miss., (9/17/1852 - 1/21/1920), the son of Thomas Leo Holt of Dickinson County, Tenn., (1824 - 7/7/1862), the son of William Neal Holt of Orange County, North Carolina (1794 - 10/1853).
The son of a teacher and a farmer/businessman, Stephen had the opportunity to live in the small-town, agricultural environment that is much of Arkansas. He worked on the family farm along-side his dad, whom he loves dearly. "We were poor and times were tough. We were not a perfect family but my parents loved me and my two brothers," has said Stephen.
In kindergarten, Stephen met his lifelong best friend, Jeff Johnson, resulting in Stephen spending almost as much time in the home of Myrna and John A. Johnson as in his own home. During high school, Stephen's competitive nature was, perhaps, featured most in showing his prized cattle. True to form, Stephen put in hours and hours of detailed attention to his cattle. He greatly enjoyed exhibiting (and winning) at local and regional events. After graduating from the newly-consolidated Buffalo Island Central High, in Monette, Stephen headed to off for college at Arkansas State University with his buddies Shannon Sanders, Chad Ward and Jeff Johnson. It was at a freshman fraternity event that Stephen met Patience Pruitt. They dated through college and married shortly after their 1989 graduation (both with business degrees). Settling in Jonesboro, Stephen started his new career as a young banker. Their beloved daughter, Abbey Holt, was born in 1992.
Unexpectedly, during a term of circuit court jury service, Stephen-the-banker felt the call to become Stephen-the-lawyer. After prayerful consideration, Stephen and Patience decided to rent their recently-purchased home and move to Little Rock, so Stephen could attend law school. Stephen excelled. He was chairman of the Moot Court Board, a semifinalist in the National Trial Team Competition, Editor of the UALR Law Review, and graduated from the UALR Bowen School of Law with honors in 1996.
During law school, Stephen met fellow law student Bob Sexton and was employed by lawyers Mike Rainwater and Phillip Duncan as a student law clerk. After law school, Stephen joined the law firm of Duncan & Rainwater, P.A., where he was joined a few years later by Bob Sexton. Later, Mike and Stephen and Bob founded Rainwater, Holt & Sexton, P.A., which is now the largest plaintiff personal injury law firm in the state.
Stephen was devoted to his wife and children. It was in 1998 that the Holt family became four. Today, Abbey is a 21-year-old college junior at Ouachita Baptist University and Will is a 15-year-old high school freshman at Arkansas Baptist High School. Although she is close to becoming an early childhood teacher, Abbey is still Stephen's sweet little girl. Her father is proud of her and loves her very much. In her special role as big sister, Abbey has joined her parents in showering Will with love and affection. Will is a man of action, and Stephen loves that. What a joy it has been for Stephen to introduce Will to hunting, fishing, golf and the many other pursuits that Stephen and Will so enjoyed together. How grateful is he for all the family trips taken, and for all the hunting and fishing adventures Stephen and Will have shared. Stephen has had the joy of seeing Abbey through her formative years and now knowing that Abbey is well on her way to her life as an independent adult. Stephen has spent his last few months making preparations for Will's continued transition to adulthood. Stephen is a man with many brotherly friends, and the men in his life have agreed to come alongside Stephen, in brotherly love, to continue the legacy of Stephen's fatherly investment in Will Holt.
While Stephen loves being a father and a lawyer/businessman, he has all along had his heart quietly set on a bigger goal. Stephen and his brothers grew up with Christian parents. During revival services at the First Baptist Church of Leachville,10-year-old Stephen Holt made public his profession of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. He was baptized on Aug. 21, 1977. Years later during law school Stephen said he was confronted with the reality of how much time he was spending studying man's law and how little time he was spending studying God's word. Then and there, he resolved to change that.
After law school, Stephen became a serious student of the Bible. His many hours of personal study include the recorded teachings of the Rev. W.O. Vaught, Jr. Stephen's study led him to the conclusion that a disciple must do more than study. The preaching of the Rev. Stan Paris, a former missionary, fostered in Stephen a strong desire to go and tell. The continuing sense of calling led Stephen to a semester-long class entitled: "PERSPECTIVES," which is a college-level class on the historical, biblical, cultural and strategic perspectives of the worldwide Christian movement.
During that class, Stephen to decide he needed to GO ... now, rather than wait until he retired (as he and Patience had long planned). Stephen promptly signed up for an annual church mission trip ... to Paraguay. There he met and began his work with Paraguayan pastor Augusto Vega. For the past several years, Stephen has served as the Paraguay GO-team leader for Immanuel Baptist Church. At the time he was diagnosed with ALS, Stephen was working to raise funds to help plant a new church in Paraguay. Such was the desire of his heart.
The family will hold visitation at Immanuel Baptist Church in Little Rock from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 31, at Immanuel Baptist Church with Pastor Gary Hollingsworth and former IBC Pastor Stan Paris officiating. Interment was at Riverwood Memorial Gardens in Maumelle, after which family and friends were invited back to the Holt home in Maumelle for food and fellowship.
The family requests that any memorial gifts be directed to either the Acts 1:8 Fund at Immanuel Baptist Church, 501 N Shackleford, Little Rock, Ark. 72211, or to the Stephen Holt Paraguayan Church Building Memorial Fund at the Arkansas Baptist Foundation, 10117 Kanis Rd, Little Rock, Ark. 72205.
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Toyota Motor Corp. and attorneys representing people who claim their Toyota vehicles are prone to sudden, unexplained acceleration announced a settlement Wednesday worth more than $1 billion. Some of the key provisions of the agreement, which must be approved by a federal judge:
— A fund of $250 million will be established to pay former Toyota owners who sold their cars during the period from Sept. 1, 2009, through Dec. 31, 2010. The money is intended to compensate those owners for the reduced value of their vehicles that is alleged because of publicity concerning unintended acceleration.
— Toyota will install a brake-override system in an estimated 3.25 million vehicles subject to floor mat entrapment recalls. Brake-override systems cut power to the throttle under certain circumstances when the car receives simultaneous signals from the brake and accelerator pedals.
— A separate fund of $250 million will be established to compensate current owners whose vehicles are not eligible for a brake-override system. The amount consumers receive depends on the model and year of their Toyota, and the state in which the car was purchased.
— All 16 million current owners will be eligible for a customer care plan that will warranty certain parts that plaintiffs allege are tied to unintended acceleration for between three and 10 years.
— $30 million in education grants will be provided to independent academic institutions to further the study of auto safety and to enhance driver education.
Current and former Toyota owners are expected to receive information about the settlement and instructions on filing a claim in the coming months.
Limited details of the settlement are available at http://www.hbsslaw.com/toyota, http://www.ToyotaELsettlement.com, or by calling 1-877-283-0507.


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I testing raid now on one of my computers and now when I removing a disk, whole system hangup.
Exist some disk/raid check utility?
Do I need to send mdadm.conf and raidtab ?
==My OS==
Linux = Mandrake 10.1
RAID Type = IDE on Q-tec 340R raid card (working but fully not supported by linux)


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The Brain-Bending Building of Krzywy Domek
No, you're not drunk, and no, this isn't some kind of Photoshop trick. This is an actual building designed in 2004 by someone who had a little too much fun at architecture firm Szotynscy & Zaleski. Krzywy Domek ("Crooked House") is a shopping center in Sopot, Poland, and those crazy curves are for real.
Inspired by the fairy tale illustrations of Jan Marcin Szancer and Per Dahlberg, Krzywy Domek looks like it leaped off the pages of a storybook.
Online magazine Village of Joy awarded Krzywy Domek the top spot in its list of "50 Strange Buildings of the World," ahead of renowned landmarks like the Kansas City Public Library in Kansas City, Missouri, and the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain.
Despite its cartoonish looks, Krzywy Domek is home to many Polish and global businesses in the finance, health and media industries. Can you imagine rolling up to work every day here?
Via My Modern Met
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• Unusual Lofts: The Architecture of Converted Spaces
• Off-the-grid Experiments in Architecture: The Ungloo
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If the start date and end date are both week days, then the total number of week days in between is simply:
(total difference in days) - (total difference in weeks) * 2
DateDiff(dd, @start, @end) - DateDiff(ww, @start, @end)*2
... since the DateDiff() function with weeks returns the number of week "boundaries" that are crossed; i.e., the number of weekends.
If you have a table of holidays, then you can simply subtract them out as well:
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A common mistake beginners make when working with SQL is trying to format their output at the database layer, as opposed to simply doing this at the presentation layer (i.e., client application, reporting tool, web page, etc). I've covered that quite a bit in various blog posts, but I've only touched upon another similar issue which I feel is equally as important and also commonly mishandled.
In the SqlTeam forums, I often see code that accepts DateTime input in the form of a string value (say, from a TextBox on a web form) and uploads that value to the database written...
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OK, boys and girls, it's time for the mailbag! There's lots of stuff to cover, so let's get to it!
Greg E writes:
Hello Jeff,
I just found your blog and wanted to know if you could point me in the right direction or possibly toss me a solution.
I am looking at a badly formed telelphone number column in a MS SQL Server db. Entries contain '(555) 555-1212' or '555.555.1212, etc. Do you know how I would go about stripping out unwanted characters from the telephone number?
Thanks for the brain cycles.
Greg -- A simple UDF should do the trick for you. For example,...
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Chicago Janitorial Services Company Failed to Recruit and Hire African Americans, Federal Agency Charged
CHICAGO – The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced this morning that a federal magistrate judge in Chicago has today entered a $3 million consent decree ending litigation by the EEOC against a janitorial services company, Scrub, Inc. of Chicago.
The EEOC's lawsuit, which was filed June 19, 2009, charged that Scrub had failed to recruit African-American applicants and failed to hire black applicants for entry-level janitorial positions. Scrub is a privately held company which holds contracts to provide janitorial services at Chicago's O'Hare Airport.
The EEOC brought its lawsuit after its administrative investigation revealed that substantial numbers of African-Americans were applying to Scrub, but being denied the opportunity to work because of racial discrimination. The investigation revealed that Scrub relied on a subjective decision-making process without clear objective criteria for hiring employees.
In addition to providing for the distribution of $3 million in monetary relief to victims of discrimination, the consent decree requires significant injunctive relief. The decree prohibits the company from discriminating in the future and mandates the hiring of certain claimants who still want jobs at Scrub. The EEOC said that approximately 550 African-American applicants may receive relief under the decree.
"Stopping race discrimination in hiring is one of the basic objectives the EEOC was created to address 45 years ago," said EEOC General Counsel P. David Lopez. "Unfortunately, there is a continuing need for law enforcement work in this area. The consent decree in Scrub makes a very important contribution to that work, by providing job opportunities to qualified applicants who were denied them in the past, and requiring that the company take steps to reform its hiring practices in the future."
John Rowe, director of the EEOC Chicago District Office, said, "We are pleased that this case was able to be resolved with Scrub. The consent decree will ensure that the federal laws against discrimination are followed and that all future applicants, regardless of their race or national origin, will be given the consideration that they deserve."
The decree has additional measures to prevent discrimination including that Scrub revise its hiring policy, use its best efforts to reach certain hiring goals of African-Americans, train its human resource staff on the law prohibiting race discrimination, and hire an outside monitor to review its compliance with the decree. Scrub is also required to increase its recruitment efforts in the African-American community.
John Hendrickson, regional attorney for the Chicago District Office, said, "The EEOC continues to vigorously protect the rights of the American worker to be free from discrimination. These rights extend to applicants for open positions. Especially in these tough economic times, companies must ensure that applicants are considered based on their merit and not their race or national origin."
The consent decree was entered this morning by Magistrate Judge Susan Cox of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois in Chicago. The EEOC's lawsuit, EEOC v. Scrub, Inc., N.D. Illinois No 09-Cv-4228, was filed under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 after the agency exhausted its efforts to voluntarily conciliate the matter with the company.
In addition to Hendrickson, EEOC is represented by Supervisory Trial Attorney Diane Smason and Trial Attorneys Laurie Elkin, Ann Henry and Brandi Davis. The EEOC Chicago District Office is responsible for processing charges of discrimination, administrative enforcement, and the conduct of agency litigation in Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and North and South Dakota, with Area Offices in Milwaukee and Minneapolis.
The EEOC enforces federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. Further information about the Commission is available on its web site at www.eeoc.gov.


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We love the holidays for all of their visual beauty — the sights and sounds of the season, the decorative gift wrapping, all of the event planning with family and friends gathering around a perfectly set table! But, most of all, we love the way the holidays bring on a time when everyone is reflecting on the year past, dreaming about a bright future and wishing all of their family and friends the very best!
All of us at Dauphine Press are very excited for what 2014 will bring … and especially what Dauphine Press will bring to you! We couldn't do it without all of our amazing retailers and the beautiful couples we have the pleasure of working with every day. Thank you so much for sharing in this journey with us!
Happy Holidays to you and yours!
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Italian president scraps meeting with German opposition leader over 'clowns' comment
BERLIN – The German opposition leader's comment that "two clowns" won Italy's election has led the Italian president to cancel a meeting with him.
Peer Steinbrueck is Chancellor Angela Merkel's challenger for the top job in Germany's September election. In discussing the Italian vote, he said Tuesday that he was "appalled to a certain point that two clowns won."
That was an apparent reference to comic-turned-politician Beppe Grillo, whose anti-establishment 5 Star Movement performed strongly, and scandal-scarred former Premier Silvio Berlusconi, whose center-right coalition did better than expected.
Steinbrueck also said, "My impression is that two populists won."
Italian President Giorgio Napolitano is visiting Germany and was due to meet with Steinbrueck, but Steinbrueck spokesman Michael Donnermeyer said Napolitano called off the meeting because of the "clown" comments.


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Insanejames wrote:This is not a scam joke or leading you to a stupid website selling you a fresh virus for your computer. Just a guy with 20 Azure Whelplings and I dont know what do with them all.
A guy with his first post ever on this forum. If its smells like a duck, walks like a duck, sounds like a duck and looks like a duck, could it perhaps.. be a duck?


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For students in Sarah Connell's English class at Auburn Middle School, the theme guiding this year's course of study, "Go the Extra Mile," are words to live by. Studying the role of physical and mental strength in the face of adversity, they've learned about the civil rights era in the United States and have simulated the 1963 March on Washington on one of their "walking" field trips.
For students in Sarah Connell's English class at Auburn Middle School, the theme guiding this year's course of study, "Go the Extra Mile," are words to live by.
Studying the role of physical and mental strength in the face of adversity, they've learned about the civil rights era in the United States and have simulated the 1963 March on Washington on one of their "walking" field trips.
In their teacher, they have a mentor who knows a little bit about physical and mental strength. She's been going the extra mile for years.
Connell swam and ran cross country and spring track while a student at Doherty Memorial High School in Worcester, and swam at Fordham University. During her junior and senior years at Doherty, she finished in the top five in all her events at the state swimming championships. Fordham, a Division 1 school, recruited her and offered her a scholarship to compete for its swim team.
These days, Connell runs, swims, lifts weights and does Zumba, a dance exercise workout. And besides teaching in Auburn, she's finishing her master's degree at Boston College and working at Camp Putnam in New Braintree, where she is waterfront director and helps out with administration and fundraising.
She recalled an assembly at the middle school during which she and two football players from Holy Cross talked about the responsibilities of being student-athletes.
When students heard of her accomplishments in the pool, on the track and over the cross country trails, "they thought that was pretty impressive for an old lady like me," said Connell, 25.
She enjoys teaching in Auburn, where she says she's been given plenty of opportunity for growth.
In the fall, her students read the memoir of Grace Akallo, who was abducted, forced to become a child soldier and marched across Uganda by the notorious rebel militia known as the Lord's Resistance Army. After escaping and coming to the United States, she studied at Clark University and founded United Africans for Women & Children Rights, a group that stresses education.
Over the past two years Auburn Middle School students have collected more than 15,000 books for educational efforts in Africa, according to Connell.
"I can't tell you what a physical challenge it proved for my students to collect the volumes and prepare them for shipping," she said.
Connell has a longstanding connection with Camp Putnam, where she went as a child, won some swimming races and, as she put it, "got a taste" for competition. She has worked there since high school, and moved to New Braintree to be close to the camp. She is a lifeguard, teaches swimming and helps with programming in the summer. In the off-season, she pitches in where needed.
She typically puts in a long day, which starts at 5:30 a.m. and might not end until she returns to New Braintree from her night classes in Boston. Still, she tries to work out every day, and for the second year, is doing half-marathon training with fellow members of Worcester Fitness, where she is a member.
She's not sure which half-marathon she might run this year, but has a couple of shorter races lined up, and could return to competitive swimming at the Bay State Games in July. And, though she says she's not much of a bicyclist, a triathlon is not out of the question.
"I have the swimming and the running down," she said, in somewhat of an understatement.
Connell has learned the benefits of fitness and exercise, and strives to pass that along to kids at camp and in the classroom.
"It gives me tremendous willpower in terms of goal setting," she said recently before heading into Worcester Fitness on Grove Street in Worcester to lift weights and swim.
"I'm so much happier when I exercise," she added. "It always puts me in a better mood."
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It's a Boy for Giuliana and Bill Rancic!
Giuliana and Bill Rancic's new baby arrived on Wednesday night. Congrats to the happy new family!
-Lucia Peters
Sorry, Snooki; it looks like another newborn just stole little Lorenzo's thunder. Giuliana and Bill Rancic's brand-new baby boy has arrived!
According to E! Online, Edward Duke Rancic was born via surrogate at 10:12pm on Wednessday night in Denver, Colorado. Said Giuliana, "Bill and I are blessed beyond words to welcome Edward into our lives. Thank you so much to everyone who supported us along the way. We are so in love with the little guy already!"
Giuliana and Bill arrived in Denver to prepare for their very special delivery earlier in the month, spending their remaining pre-parenthood days on what they called a "babymoon,"doing things like hiking, fly fishing, and eating strawberry shortcake. Their surrogate went into labor sometime around 4:17pm yesterday—which we know from Bill's Tweet at the time:
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Then, in the wee hours of the morning, he revealed that the baby had finally been born:
E! Online revealed Bill and Giuliana were in the delivery room for the entire birth of the baby; Bill cut the umbilical cord shortly after the baby was born, and Giuliana was the first to hold their new son. Then they fed him (apparently little Edward has a big appetite) and gave him his first bath. Everyone—mom, dad, baby, and surrogate—are currently resting comfortably.
Giuliana and Bill celebrate their fifth wedding anniversary on Saturday. Heck of an anniversary gift, no?
Congratulations to the happy family!
Lucia Peters is BettyConfidential's associate editor.


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Van Nuys Airport (VNY) – Van Nuys, CA
Airport Overview
California's Van Nuys Airport: Economic Engine, Community Connector
June 17, 2010
When viewed from the vantage of Google Earth's aerial map, California's Van Nuys Airport (VNY) appears as a small scratch of open space in the heart of the San Fernando Valley. Located near I-405, the San Diego Freeway, Van Nuys is 20 miles north of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). With Ontario International (ONT) and Palmdale (PMD), they comprise the Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) family, overseen by a mayor-appointed 18-member board of commissioners.
Important Economic Contributor
Van Nuys is an important component of the region's economic makeup, annually contributing $1.3 billion to the Southern California economy. The airport pays for itself, and then some, through lease, rental and user fees, and it generates more than $80 million in tax revenue, says VNY Manager Jess Romo. The airport and its 240 resident businesses employ 2,060 people who are indirectly responsible for another 10,000 jobs.
Van Nuys opened on December 17, 1928, built on 80 acres surrounded by trees and farmland. It grew during World War II as a P-38 training base, and continued growing to its current 730 acres after the Army sold it to LA for $1, retaining an area for the Air National Guard. The control tower started operation in 1968. Today, the airport features five major FBOs and hosts the Los Angeles Fire Department helicopter fleet, which provides crash/rescue services and an airport police bureau, on duty 24/7.
LAWA's "noise management program strives to balance the needs of airport users and neighbors," says Romo. In 1985, Los Angeles passed its initial noise abatement ordinance and created a citizens advisory council. It meets monthly and contributed to the master plan that guides the airport through 2026. In 2009, the city launched WebTrak. Displaying traffic (with a 30-minute delay) and noise levels from network monitors, the system shows the community "how aircraft operate in the airspace, and the noise from those operations," says Environmental Services Manager Robert Freeman.
Community Connector
For nearly 50 years, education has been a prime community connection, annually reaching roughly 50,000 people, says Public & Community Relations Director Diana Sanchez. VNY is home to the Los Angeles School District's Aircraft Mechanics Program, has adopted nearby schools, holds a summer Aviation Career Education Academy and Aviation Career Day for up 1,400 middle and high schoolers, recognizes young achievers and awards mini-grants to teachers. Roughly 125 tours a year explore the airport.
VNY's speakers bureau annually addresses more than 60 events while free seminars educate businesses about topics like international trade opportunities. It holds numerous aviation events, says Sanchez, and its public observation and picnic area round out Van Nuys' efforts to "balance the needs of the airport and its neighbors through effective communication and education about general aviation's contributions to the community."
Access Challenges
VNY airport access regulation will continue to represent challenges for the business aviation community. In February 2010, the Los Angeles City Council voted to implement the "VNY Airport Noisier Aircraft Phase-out Project," which targets primarily Stage 2 aircraft for future exclusion. NBAA has called the proposal unreasonable, and in filings before the council, the Association has cited factual and legal flaws in the document. The Association maintains that a phase-out would be discriminatory and serve no valid purpose. NBAA will monitor the FAA's review of the city council vote and keep Association Members advised as developments unfold.
NBAA continues to work with LAWA, business aviation operators and other airport stakeholders to have meaningful dialogue regarding airport economics, noise issues and community relations. NBAA welcomes Member feedback on this topic via e-mail to NBAA Director, Airports & Infrastructure Jeff Gilley at email@example.com.
Latest Developments at Van Nuys Airport
Business Aircraft Operators Urged to Comply with Departure Procedures at VNY, All Airports
July 12, 2018
In a letter to airmen, the control tower at California's Van Nuys Airport (VNY) reported a growing number of pilot deviations over the past 18 months that are imposing a threat to aviation safety. In reviewing these deviations, most of them are pilots flying SIDs out of Van Nuys Airport who "are commencing a turn on course prior to being issued radar vectors from the Southern California Tracon controller." NBAA urges all business operators to "pre-brief, understand and comply with the departure procedures before departing from any airport, not just Van Nuys," said Heidi Williams, NBAA director of air traffic services and infrastructure. Learn more.
Van Nuys Runway 16R/34L Restrictions Through May 27
May 2, 2016
Runway 16R/34L at Van Nuys Airport (VNY) will have restrictions through Friday, May 27, due to an urgent water line repair project. Learn more.
VNY Reopens Primary Runway Following Maintenance Project
Aug. 30, 2013
Tenants and operators at Van Nuys Airport (VNY) celebrated on Aug. 29 the formal reopening of the Southern California airfield's primary runway, 16R/34L, capping a successful seven-month, $20.5 million rehabilitation effort. "Collaborating with key stakeholders early in the process enabled us to develop a mutually beneficial solution and successfully execute the project," said Laddie Irion, senior vice president of project manager HNTB Corp. Read more about the work done at VNY.
NBAA Members, Local Leaders Help Save A&P Program at Van Nuys
May 22, 2013
The Aircraft Mechanics Program at Southern California's Van Nuys Airport (VNY) has been a vital part of the local aviation community for more than 30 years, but it almost had to close its doors this year – until a group of airport businesses and civic leaders joined forces to secure a $1-a-year lease for the school. Established by the Los Angeles Unified School District and run by the district's North Valley Occupational Center, the school trains nearly 200 students a year in airframe and powerplant (A&P) maintenance. It's one of the only A&P programs of its kind open to high school students and provides both classroom instruction and hands-on training at the school's Van Nuys hangar. Read more about the A&P school at VNY.
Operators Can Get VNY Runway Closure Info Via Hotline, Website
November, 16 2012
Van Nuys Airport's (VNY) project to rehabilitate its 8,000-foot-long primary runway is mobilizing, with construction set to begin in April 2013. The Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners has awarded a contract for the work to Security Paving Co., of Sun Valley, Calif., and Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) – the airport department of the city government – launched an awareness campaign at NBAA's Annual Meeting & Convention (NBAA2012) to keep VNY tenants and pilots informed about construction-related changes. VNY aims to make a detailed, real-time schedule with specific dates for full and partial runway closures available on its VNY runway improvement project website and hotline in late December, prior to its briefing and workshop for VNY tenants in January. Read more about the project.
VNY Runway Rehab Project Will Minimize Downtime
September 27, 2012
Rehabilitation of Van Nuys Airport's (VNY) 8,000-foot-long primary runway is slated to start in February, funded mainly by an $18.4 million FAA Airport Improvement Program grant awarded on Sept. 7. The project's success is a testament to collaboration among members of the Van Nuys Airport Association, a nonprofit tenants group; NBAA; and the Los Angeles World Airports. If all goes according to plan, the contractor should begin construction in February 2013 and last eight to nine months. Read more about the project.
NBAA: Nighttime Ban at California Airports Won't Fly
February 28, 2011
NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen today told four congressmen that a proposed ban on nighttime flights at Bob Hope Burbank (BUR) and Van Nuys (VNY) airports in southern California would hurt local businesses and severely impede interstate air commerce. "This amendment would establish exactly the type of 'patchwork quilt' of local restrictions that the 1990 Airport Noise and Capacity Act (ANCA) was designed to prevent," said Bolen in a letter to the congressmen. Learn more and review the letter.
NBAA Continues to Oppose Proposed Curfew at Burbank and Van Nuys Airports
August 16, 2010
NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen wrote to the ranking officials on the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure in response to a proposed nighttime curfew at Bob Hope Burbank Airport (BUR) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY). In a letter to Reps. James L. Oberstar (D-8-MN) and John Mica (R-7-FL), Bolen said that a nighttime curfew would impact the utility of the national air transportation system as a whole. Reps. Brad Sherman (D-27-CA), Howard Berman (D-28-CA) and Adam Schiff (D-29-CA) requested that language be inserted in the pending FAA reauthorization bill to authorize a ban on aircraft operations between the hours of 10pm and 7am at the airports. "NBAA and our member companies are committed to working with communities through local fly friendly programs, aircraft upgrades to stage 4 technology and using aircraft specific departure and arrival profiles," said Bolen.
Review the NBAA Letter (54KB, PDF)
Business Aviation Opponents in CA Take Their Case to Congress
August 2, 2010
Business aviation access at some California airports has been in contentious debate for years, as officials with Van Nuys (VNY) and Bob Hope (BUR) Airports have lobbied for restrictions on business airplanes from using the airports. NBAA Members have been given cause for renewed concern over the issue, because the airport officials have taken their case to Congress. At the urging of officials with VNY and BUR, California Reps. Brad Sherman (D-27-CA), Howard Berman (D-28-CA), and Adam Schiff (D-29-CA) sent a July 21 letter to Reps. James Oberstar (D-8-MN), and John Mica (R-7-FL) – Chairman and Ranking Member, respectively, of the powerful U.S. House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure – requesting an exemption for VNY and BUR from the federal statute disallowing airports from enacting restrictions without approval from FAA officials. Read the full article on the issue.
LA City Council Votes to Ban Stage 2 Aircraft from VNY
March 1, 2010
On February 26, the Los Angeles City Council voted to ban Stage 2 aircraft from Van Nuys Airport (VNY) within six years. NBAA has called the proposal unreasonable, and in filings before the council, the Association has cited factual and legal flaws in the proposal. The Association maintains that a phase-out would be discriminatory and serve no valid purpose. NBAA will monitor the FAA's review of the city council vote and keep Association Members advised as developments unfold.
Access Challenges at California Airports: Van Nuys In Focus
July 27, 2009
This NBAA Flight Plan podcast provides the third installment in a four-part series about challenges to access at general aviation airports in California, and the potential of those challenges to set precedent at airports elsewhere. Jol Silversmith, an associate with the law firm Zuckert, Scoutt & Rasenberger, LLP, discusses the situation at Van Nuys Airport, and what NBAA and local leaders in the business aviation community are doing to represent the industry.
Listen to the podcast. (2MB, MP3)
NBAA Comments on Possible Van Nuys Stage 2 Aircraft Ban
May 18, 2009
Despite opposition from NBAA, Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) has recommended that the Los Angeles City Council adopt an ordinance which would phase out Stage 2 aircraft at Van Nuys Airport over a seven-year period. In earlier comments, NBAA had noted serious factual and legal flaws in the proposal. In a May 15, 2009 letter to the City Council's Transportation Committee, NBAA again argued that a phase-out would be highly discriminatory and serve no valid purpose. Although a phase-out is projected to affect only five flights per day in 2014, those flights are of critical importance to the operators and the community; and there would be no offsetting environmental benefits.
Review the May 15 letter from NBAA counsel (1.5 MB, PDF)
NBAA Comments on Proposal for Stage 2 Aircraft Phase-Out at Van Nuys
May 4, 2009
NBAA last month filed comments on a proposal by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) to phase out Stage 2 aircraft at Van Nuys Airport (VNY) over a seven-year period. Revisions made to an earlier draft from 2008 have not resolved factual and legal flaws in the proposal. According to LAWA, the phase-out, first proposed in 1990, can be implemented without FAA review or approval because it is sanctioned by the federal Airport Noise and Capacity Act of 1990 (ANCA). NBAA's position is that ANCA is not applicable to the 19-year break between the proposal and adoption of restrictions and that LAWA's factual justifications for the proposal are flawed. The phase-out would eliminate an average of only five operations per day, and the evicted aircraft would relocate to other airports in the Los Angeles area, resulting in an overall increase in noise and emissions for the region.
Review NBAA Comments (290KB, PDF)
NBAA Comments on VNY Stage 2 Phase Out Proposal
December 8, 2008
NBAA filed comments in response to a proposal by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) to implement a seven-year phase out of Stage 2 (and some hush-kitted Stage 3) aircraft at Van Nuys Airport (VNY). LAWA asserted that the phase-out, which originally was proposed in 1990, was "grandfathered" by federal law and could be implemented without FAA review or approval. In its comments, NBAA acknowledged that the federal Airport Noise and Capacity Act of 1990 (ANCA) exempted from FAA scrutiny some restrictions that had been proposed before its adoption, but asserted that ANCA was not intended to sanction an 18-year break in continuity between the proposal and adoption of restrictions. NBAA further observed that the Mayor of Los Angeles had formally rejected the proposed restrictions in 1992, and that ANCA only grandfathers restrictions on Stage 2 aircraft and not Stage 3 aircraft. As a result, LAWA's proposal can be implemented only after FAA review.
NBAA also pointed out that LAWA's asserted justifications for the restrictions are fundamentally flawed. By LAWA's own account, the restrictions would eliminate an average of only five operations per day at Van Nuys, and result in no meaningful reduction in noise or emissions for surrounding communities. But the evicted aircraft would relocate to other airports in the Los Angeles area, resulting in an overall increase in noise and emissions for the region.


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The stamps in our latest Alderney special issue were beautifully illustrated by Wendy Bramall, a talented artist who grew up in Guernsey with whom we've enjoyed a fantastic relationship over the course of 25 years and 14 stamp issues.
Wendy says that since her early school days drawing has always beensecond nature to her. As a child she was encouraged to draw from life andwherever possible still does so now. When working on stamp designs herillustrations usually start with a sketch and if possible photographs too.Ideas from both are combined, and from here the final ideas are worked up in to the fabulous images featured on our stamps and related materials.
Her research work on the Birds of the Bailiwick issue took Wendy toWinchester's Museum Service, where she was able to work from actual bird specimens. Jamie Hooper Conservation Officer of La Société Guernesiaise and of the Guernsey Biological Records Centre was also on hand to help out with interesting information and insights into the species featured.
Much of Wendy's work is inspired by nature, having spent many yearsenjoying the beautiful surroundings of Guernsey with beaches, rock poolsand wildlife in abundance. As a child she also had an interest in NaturalHistory, loved animals and was known for her menagerie of waifs and strays.
This combined love of art and nature led Wendy on a career path whichincluded both. From Guernsey she went to Winchester to complete a oneyear Art Foundation course, followed by three years at Harrow School of Artstudying illustration. Her first role following art school was at the NaturalHistory Museum in London – a perfect position!
Wendy now lives in Winchester and works as a freelance illustrator, when not capturing nature in a range of mediums, she spends much of her spare time walking in the stunning countryside around her home.
Technical DetailsIssue Date: 04.05.2011
Designer: Wendy Bramall
Printer: BDT International
Process: Offset lithography
Colours: 4-colour offset
Size: 30.56 deep x 38mm wide
Values: 36p, 45p, 48p, 53p, 58p, 65p


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Departs: 6/4/2019 Returns: 6/16/2019ms Volendam
Day 1 : Fly to Seattle
We have accommodations in suburban Seattle this evening before embarking on our journey.
Day 2 : Vancouver/Embark the ms Volendam
After breakfast, we drive north to the vibrant port city of Vancouver. The city's setting is spectacular, nestled between mountains and ocean. We board the ms Volendam, a mid-sized 1,400-passenger ship, for our three-night cruise into the spectacular Inside Passage. B,L,D
Day 3 : The Inside Passage
Snow-capped mountains, lush forests, and hundreds of islands and coastal inlets mark our progress through an astonishing fjord-like waterway. We trace Canada's Pacific Coast and Southeastern Alaska, seeing firsthand how this vital ocean route still links communities today. As we cruise, enjoy the many shipboard activities available; delightful shows, music, and dancing light up the evening. B,L,D
Day 4 : Juneau
Today, we call on Alaska's beautiful capital, Juneau. The city can only be reached by air or sea. Its natural setting between the waters of Gastineau Channel and coastal mountains and forest make it one of the most stunning capitals. We sightsee and shop on our own or choose an optional excursion offered by Holland America. B,L,D
Day 5 : Scenic Train Ride
After breakfast we disembark in Skagway. Here, we board the White Pass & Yukon Route railway for an exciting narrow-gauge train ride along the path of the legendary Klondike gold seekers. We pass incredible panoramas of glaciers, mountains and waterfalls. Later, we arrive in Whitehorse for the night. B,L
Day 6 : The Alaska Highway
The Alaska Highway was constructed during World War II as a military route linking Alaska with the lower 48 states. As we travel this historic highway along the Kluane region enjoy sweeping views of the vast wilderness that surrounds us. Our overnight stay is in Tok, the Sled Dog Capital of the World. B,D
Day 7 : Alaska's Interior
En route to Fairbanks, we pass through Delta Junction, an inland delta where the Chena and Tanana rivers meet. Get a glimpse of the famed Trans Alaska oil pipeline where it crosses the Tanana River on a suspension bridge. Relive childhood dreams at the Santa Claus House in the town of North Pole. Tonight, we head out for dinner and a show, Alaska style! At a traditional Alaska Salmon Bake enjoy generous portions of salmon grilled over a wood fire accompanied by all-you-care-to-eat beer battered cod and slow roasted prime rib. Delight at The Golden Heart Revue, Alaska's #1 musical show. We have accommodations for two nights in Fairbanks. B,D
Day 8 : Gold Dredge & Riverboat Discovery
Today we're introduced to Fairbanks' history as we trace its development from the gold rush to the discovery of Black Gold. Stand beneath the oil pipeline as we learn about this fascinating engineering marvel. At Gold Dredge 8, we learn to pan for gold and keep what we find! Enjoy an all-you-can-eat lunch at Steamboat Landing. We board the Riverboat Discovery lll sternwheeler for a narrated excursion on the Chena River and go ashore at a recreated Athabascan camp. B,L
Day 9 : Denali National Park & Preserve
Panoramic views of wilderness and the Alaska Range provide a spectacular backdrop as we travel to Denali National Park & Preserve. At six million acres, it is one of the largest unspoiled regions in the world. A naturalist guide joins us on a journey into the tundra. Watch for grizzly bear, moose, caribou, and Dall sheep. We end our day at a Denali Park Lodge. B,L
Day 10 : The Iditarod Trail
A scenic morning drive takes us to Wasilla. After lunch at Settler's Bay Lodge, we learn about extraordinary sled dogs and the treasured Anchorage to Nome race at the Iditarod Trail Headquarters. Later, traverse the Matanuska Valley, the state's first agricultural center, before arriving in Anchorage for two nights. B,L
Day 11 : Prince William Sound
We head south along the spellbinding scenery of Turnagain Arm. See animals up-close at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Later, we cruise the calm waters of Prince William Sound, with up-close views of tidewater glaciers. Watch for glacial ice to calve, or break off, crashing into the sea. L
Day 12 : Anchorage
choose to visit the Anchorage Market, featuring Alaskan food, artistic woodcrafts and photography or the Anchorage Museum's Smithsonian exhibit. Enjoy a special Farewell Lunch and an enlightening visit to the Alaska Native Heritage Center before transferring to the airport for our overnight flight home. L
Day 13 : Arrive Home
We arrive home from our wonderful Alaska experience.
B - Breakfast; CB - Continental Breakfast; L - Lunch; D - Dinner; T - Tea
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When disaster strikes, sometimes you can't help but wonder how God can allow such pain and suffering. In tornado-ravaged Oklahoma, many are likely asking that very question.
On Tuesday, TheBlaze TV spoke with one pastor whose congregation is in the heart of the devastation, and another from Joplin, Missouri who is working to gather support and supplies for Oklahoma just two years after a tornado nearly wiped out his own city.
Kevin Clarkson, the pastor of the First Baptist Church in Moore, Oklahoma, said it's important to remember that "this isn't the final story" and that "God's not done."
Clarkson said he'll tell those who are struggling that "God loves them and God understands. He's not punishing them…God is with them in their suffering, [and] we're with them."
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Cliff Mansley, the pastor of New Creation Church in Joplin, added: "Hang in there, God is going to do great things."
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The Home Depot is another business that has opened its doors to emergency responders, providing shelter, donating tools and doing whatever else is needed in the relief effort. The store is also housing countless hurt and lost pets, many of which had to be overlooked in the search and rescue effort.
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Two weeks after winning the Stanley Cup for the second time in four seasons, the Blackhawks are searching for future stars at their prospect camp. The training sessions run through Friday at Johnny's IceHouse West (2550 W. Madison St.) and are open to the public.
RedEye sat down with 2013 draft picks and Illinois natives Ryan Hartman and Anthony Louis to talk about growing up in Chicago, their favorite baseball teams and how they plan to make it to the NHL.
The Blackhawks' top draft pick this year is merely an observer at camp, as he underwent shoulder surgery two months ago. However, there is still a great deal of anticipation about Hartman, 18, being a part of the organization.
Hartman grew up in West Dundee, Ill., and his style is already being compared to Andrew Shaw's. (Think: Taking on 6-foot-9, 255-pound Boston Bruin Zdeno Chara.) The hard-nosed Hartman plans to to play for the Plymouth Whalers in the Ontario Hockey League for another year before trying to go pro.
How has Blackhawks hockey been an influence on you growing up in Illinois?
Watching them over the years has definitely been a big part. Obviously, being a fan of the Blackhawks and being here is really awesome.
People compare you to Andrew Shaw. Any similarities with the way you play?
For sure. He's a tough player, he's a hard-nosed type guy, and that's kind of like how I like to play. I like the physical side. At the same time, I like scoring goals, I like creating offense. He does a good job of that too.
Are you a chirper like he is?
Yeah. [Smiles.] yeah, I get a little vocal, yeah.
Any memories of coming to the city when you were younger?
The Shedd Aquarium, going down to the beach, went to a few Blackhawks games. Actually made it to a Bulls game when Michael Jordan played. I don't really remember it, but I got a few pictures from games.
Favorite things about the city?
The whole experience [of] just being down in the city. There's always things going on—like there's a movie being shot right by our hotel. Being on the beach and you got the lake right by it …
Favorite player growing up?
My dad liked Eric Daze a lot. But when I got older I liked [Patrick] Kane and [Jonathan] Toews when they started coming into the league. They're pretty fun to watch.
Cubs or Sox?
Scott King is a RedEye special contributor.
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Rick Poleshuck
I am planning on riding the Lake Luna Tour this year and would like to share commuting from Tucson and room expenses.
I am a 61 year old married male who will be riding at a slow pace. My wife will be spending the week with family in Tucson and I would like to leave the car with her if possible. You might remember me from last year's ride when I shared a room and a ride with John Conahay.
My snoring is never loud enough to wake myself up. :-)
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