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Extra power, less weight, and more Bimmerness than ever beforeby Jonathan Lopez, on
The BMW M3 has been around for a while now, first entering production in 1985 as a high-powered go-faster variant of the ever-popular BMW 3 Series. The latest F80 generation dropped in 2014, essentially setting the benchmark for all other fast four-doors to match, and now, there's a new generation in the making. Dubbed internally as the G80, the next M3 is shaping up to be quite the ultimate driving machine, so we gathered up all the rumors we could find and put 'em right here in the following speculative review.
Update 11/14/2019: The BMW M3 was caught out on a fall drive with new headlights and a revised decklid.
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Spy Shots
November 14, 2019 – The M3 Finally Has Official Lights
The M3 isn't quite ready to make its debut just yet, but it was spotted again, and it is moving a little closer to production. This time around, the front end has reverted back to previous styling with the weird mesh over the grille and air intakes, but the diamond in the rough is that new pair of headlights. If you look closely you can see the arrow-shaped LED running lamps that separate the brights and dims. Furthermore, we can make out the shape of the headlights themselves a little more as well. Padding has been removed from the hood, but the only revel here is that there are a pair of mild bodylines in the middle.
Around back, things haven't changed a whole lot. This M3 prototype is still void of the official exhaust outlets, but they do appear to have been spaced out just a little more. The production taillights have been in place for a while, but there is a new lip on the rear deck that takes a unique shape. It has a dip in the middle. Of course, given its size, it poses zero aerodynamic assistance, but it is a nice aesthetic touch. The only other thing to note here is that the side view mirrors are now what we can expect from M production. A debut of the M3 should be coming in the very near future, so stay tuned.
October 3, 2019 – 2020 BMW M3 With an Official Grille
The 2020 BMW M3 isn't quite ready to show its dace yet, but it's getting closer. This time around, the prototype is wearing a production-ready front fascia with enough padding to hide most of the design. And, if you look at the grille, you can see the official and slightly larger grille is in place – replacing those square screes that we saw way back in May 2019. There is little change to note elsewhere, but we should be seeing the new M3 make it's debut sometime in the very near future.
May 20, 2019 – The 2020 BMW M3 Testing on the Track Just Because It's Not Quite Time to Debut Yet
At this point, the 2020 BMW M3 has been through all the testing phases it could go through, so you shouldn't be even the least bit surprised that there's nothing new to report about BMW's go-faster sedan. In fact, absolutely nothing has changed since the last time we saw it. Well, almost nothing – there is a new hole in the rear fascia to the outer side of the left-most exhaust outlet, in the upper left corner of the fascia's insert. It looks a little too round to be an accidental tear in the camo, so it's quite possible that BMW may be testing some kind of air passthrough vent or something of the sort. With the M3's debut set to happen most likely in September, it's unlikely that there's any real serious change coming anyway. Stay tuned for updates between now and then.
May 14, 2019 – 2020 BMW M3 Sucking Down Some Petrol at the Pump
BMW has already made the all of the necessary exterior tweaks to the M3 to make it ready for production, so it shouldn't be a big surprise that nothing has changed since we saw the 2020 BMW M3 last week. As such, there's nothing new to report this time around, but considering BMW has this baby on the road seemingly non-stop, you can bet that BMW will drop the camo and treat us to a debut in the very near future. Stay tuned!
05/07/2019 – A Year Later and the M3 is Ready for Production
BMW does a good job at covering up its upcoming models but, thanks to the number of times the M3 has been caught in the wild, we have a lot to go on. This time around, we can clearly spot that the front and rear fascias are, indeed, production units, as are the headlights and tail lights. In the front, if you look hard enough, you can actually spot the lowered kidney grilles behind eh camo. The same thing can be said about the big corner intakes further down. Of course, the air dam is still covered quite well, but we can at least make out an outline of that. Around back, the production bumper is in place, and the only thing it is missing is the diffuser-like element at the bottom, chrome exhaust outlets, and the garnish around that goes around them. We can make out the vents in the corners (notice the dimples?), and if you look closely, you can even see that this thing is wearing production side skirts as well. In the end, the 2020 BMW M3 should make its debut at the Frankfurt Auto Show in September 2019 but, BMW could pull one over on us and displace a concept first. If that's the case, the concept will be basically production ready with the production model debuting shortly after, probably during a live streaming event.
3/11/2019 – The 2021 BMW M3 Doing Some Final Cold-Weather Testing
BMW Has been rather tidy when it comes to keeping the next BMW M3 under camo. As such, there isn't much that we can spot in these new shots that's actually new. In fact, the front end hasn't changed one bit – it's still completely covered in camo and features faux inlets everywhere you look. Around back, on the other hand, someone at BMW dropped the ball and left the taillights complete uncovered. We can make out the new light matrix and overall shape of the tail lights. They are a little smaller this time around, yet the hockey-stick matrix gives a sense of depth, length, and height. With the rest of the next M3's enhancements, these headlights should amplify the cars sleek, sexy, and dominating nature from the rear. On that note, we've also learned that production of the M3 should begin sometime in 2020 and it will be offered in three different trim levels. The entry-level (if that's what you would call it,) will go by the name "Pure," and that will likely be the RWD model that we've constantly heard about from the rumor mill. The "Base" and "Competition" models will most likely come standard with xDrive AWD. Naturally, one would think that the "Base" trim would be the entry-level model, but to clear that up, rumor has it that it will pump out some 475 horsepower. Meanwhile, the "Pure" trim level will come with just 444 ponies, and the "Competition" will have as much as 500 ponies. There's no definite word on when the new M3 will make it's debut, but with production expected to start in early 2020, the 2019 Frankfurt Auto Show in September 2019 is probably a safe bet.
More Testing on the Nurburgring - 10/09/2018
M3 Prowling the Streets - 10/09/2018
M3 Testing on the Nurburgring – 05/17/2018
As you can see from the images, nothing has really changed on the pre-production prototype. So, it's still rocking that more pronounced nose, fat-lipped kidney grille, and those sleek headlights. This time around the air dam and air intakes are covered up a bit more indicating that it could be wearing a production bumper under the camo. Around back, there isn't much else to report either, however, the taillights are a little more exposed. But, this is insignificant as these are still decoy lights anyway. Engineers have cut away a bit of the rear bumper opening up the airway that will eventually be filled by a rear diffuser. The exhaust system has been elevated and tweaked a bit but is still void of official exhaust pipes. As you can see, the outlets will be positioned a little more inward compared to the standard model. Expect a debut to happen in the next few months as this is essentially the final stages of testing before the rear goodies, including the wider, production fenders get slapped into place.
2020 BMW M3 Exterior Styling
- Compact four-door body style
- Wide and low stance
- Quad exhaust tips
- Flared fenders
- Aggressive aero bits
- Larger intakes in the front fascia
- Wheels between 19 and 20 inches in diameter
- Pronounced rear trunk spoiler
- LED lighting
- Small exterior dimension increase
The 2020 M3 is sure to offer a pumped-up four-door sedan body style that simply screams compact sports machine.
Although at first glance it appears as though this camo-clad contraption is nothing more than a standard 3 Series test mule, a closer inspection reveals that it's far more than that. For example, check out that nice, wide stance, plus the quartet of exhaust tips in the rear, both of which are definitely marks of the BMW M Division, if you ask us.
Regardless, the new BMW M3 will most definitely bring with is a more over-the-top appearance. It'll be quite eye-catching for sure, rocking a pumped-up four-door sedan body style that simply screams compact sports machine.
Included in the transformation from luxury sedan to performance star will be a variety of aero bits from front to back, such as larger intakes in the fascia and extra sharp wing pieces as well.
We also expect the M3 to make the scene with wider fenders, with the arches in front getting a particularly boisterous appearance. Matching this will be a lowered ride height and matching M side skirts that bring it even closer to the pavement (visually speaking, that is). Taking up residence in the corners will be a set of split-spoke wheels, offering up a new design and sizing between 19 and 20 inches in diameter.
In back, you'll find a more pronounced trunk spoiler than the tiny lip added to this tester.
Moving to the rear of the vehicle, you'll be sure to find a more pronounced rear trunk spoiler than the tiny lip added to this tester, as well as the previously mentioned quad exhaust tips peeking out from underneath the bumper. Also be on the lookout for squared taillight housings with LED lighting elements, something which will also be added to the sharp headlight housings at the other end of the vehicle.
Finally, the M3 is expected to gain incremental increases the the exterior dimensions. You can check out the current 3 Series' dimensions below.
|F80 BMW 3 Series exterior dimensions
|2,812 mm (110.7 inches)
|4,671 mm (183.9 inches)
|1,877 mm (73.9 inches)
|1,424 mm (56.1 inches)
2020 BMW M3 Interior Design
- Seating for up to five passengers total
- More hard buttons and knobs than the competition
- Horizontal design elements throughout
- New steering wheel design
- Heated seats and heated steering wheel options
- All-digital gauge cluster
- Optional sports seats
- Latest infotainment platform
- Rear bench seat delete for even less weight
- More passenger room overall
Note: current BMW M3 pictured here.
Inside the 2020 BMW M3's cabin, expect to find much of the same layout and design as the current model.
Inside the 2020 BMW M3's cabin, expect to find much of the same layout and design as the current model. That includes lots of space, with seating for up to five passengers total.
The dash up front will continue to come with a number of physical buttons to control the car's various features, while a widescreen will be mounted on top of the dash to provide readouts on current system status and navigation info. The rest of the dash will continue Bimmer's penchant for horizontal design elements, stretching into the doors and towards the rear of the vehicle.
The steering wheel will be a three-spoke affair with loads of hard buttons and switches, all of which will be placed at thumb's length for easy operation. Options should include both a heated steering wheel, and heated seats as well.
The central tunnel will come with a rotary control and V-shaped surround for the shifter, just as you'd expect from a model like this. One big upgrade, however, will be found just behind the steering wheel, where the gauge cluster will likely be all-digital, something Audi and Mercedes have been shooting for for a while now.
Seats will include adjustable, comfortable cruisers as standard across the line. However, if you need more support, BMW is sure to offer a pair of fixed-back carbon fiber buckets, which is the ideal for carving corners and taking on the local lap time record.
Infotainment will also be new, and will require as many as three separate displays to run it all. Called the iD7 (iDrive 7.0) platform, the M3 should offer stuff like web connectivity, smartphone support, multiple apps, and the like.
Infotainment will be all-new, called the iD7 (iDrive 7.0) platform.
It's also possible (although unlikely) BMW will offer an M3 "Touring" model, with a plumped-up wagon body style and oodles of rear cargo room. While we certainly would love to see something like that, don't hold your breath - Bimmer has shot down all calls for such a vehicle in the past, and it's unlikely we'll get an about-face with this latest generation. Here's to hoping all the same.
That said, it's far more likely customers will get the option for a rear-bench delete, reducing the overall weight and making the most of the sedan's various high-performance options. So then - more speed and less practicality? Makes sense coming from Bimmer.
At the same time, for those buyers looking to get the most comfortable options possible, the new M3 will get small increases to its exterior dimensions, which will make for small improvements to interior room as well. And that's good news for those buyers who are looking to actually use the rear seat.
2020 BMW M3 Drivetrain And Performance
- New engine package, same as the M4
- Twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder
- Between 465 and 500 horsepower at the peak
- Six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic
- RWD as standard, but maybe AWD as optional?
- Could the M3 go hybrid this time?
- Likely to get the M4's H2O injection system
- Lighter, stiffer CLAR platform underneath
- Undercuts the M3 CS in terms of weight
- Huge brakes, adaptive suspension
- Even-faster version on the horizon
The 2020 M3 will likely top the current BMW M3 Competition, which produces upwards of 444 horsepower.
As he was shooting the images you see here, our spy photographer says he was loving the sounds this tester was making. That's because under the hood the 2020 M3 will sport a new powertrain package, upgrading to a standard M-tuned twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder. Also known as the S58B30, this is the same engine used in the M4, offering turbocharged speed with more boost than the outgoing model, as well as smooth six-cylinder refinement and a lovely exhaust note to boot.
In terms of output, the M3 could top as much as 500 horsepower, with lower estimates putting the peak at 465 horsepower. The twist figures are looking to be around 450 pound-feet of torque.
Either way, the new model will most likely trump the current BMW M3 Competition, which produces upwards of 444 horsepower, sprinting to 60 mph in about 4 seconds flat. Meanwhile, the current standard M3 model makes ends meet with 425 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque.
With the 2020 M3, also expect features like a coasting mode and start/stop system to help it reduce overall consumption.
Handling the cog swaps will once again be a standard six-speed manual gearbox, or alternatively, an optional eight-speed automatic from ZF, the latter of which will come with a variety of settings to tweak and tune to suit your given mood or situation.
The eight-speed auto will arrive as a replacement for the current model's dual-clutch seven-speed unit, with the previously mentioned settings also affecting stuff like the engine response, steering response, and damper settings across the range. Making extra grip will be an infinitely variable locking differential.
A while back, rumor had it the M3 would go hybrid and AWD, but that's not looking like it'll be the case any longer. If it turns out the rumor mill wasn't wrong, we could possibly see BMW offering RWD and a manual gearbox for the purists, plus the eight-speed automatic and AWD as an upgraded option. Meanwhile, the hybrid version would throw in a little additional low-end electric grunt and regenerative braking capabilities, prioritizing speed over efficiency.
The inclusion of AWD and hybrid power are still very much a speculative thing at this point.
All told, the inclusion of AWD and hybrid power are still very much a speculative thing at this point. Rather, RWD and turbo internal combustion are the safer options, especially if BMW wants to keep its classic sporting roots intact. Otherwise, beware the purists.
However, much more likely is the inclusion of the M4 GTS' water injection system. Essentially, this system introduces a fine mist of water into the engine intake plenum, which helps to cool the charge air and increase the horsepower without affecting overall reliability. It's a bit of a gimmick, but folks love it all the same.
Under the skin, the M3 will still be based on the standard next-gen 3 Series, which is set to debut later in 2018 at the Paris Motor Show.
The architecture itself is known as CLAR (Cluster Architecture), and it's a RWD-centric platform that'll find its way to a variety of BMW model in the future. For example the M3 will share its bones with siblings like the new 5 Series and the new 7 Series.
Standout features for CLAR include a good deal of aluminum, high-strength steel, and other lightness-adding materials. Overall stiffness will also see a considerable boost.
As such, the M3 will enjoy similar upgrades as the standard 3 Series, such as a wider track, a lower center of gravity, and a longer wheelbase. The suspension is also expected to be both more compliant and more fun in the corners. A 50:50 front-to-rear weight distribution will keep it feeling frisky, as will a slew of new suspension bits. Hauling it down will be a simply enormous brake package, with the option to get into carbon ceramic components for extra outlay, if that's your thing.
The M3's diet will include plenty of fiber, including a new composite roof.
Additional composite components will help to shave off even more weight. Indeed, the diet will include plenty of fiber, including a new composite roof, which will lower the center of gravity considerably compared to a metal roof alternative. All told, the goal would appear to be a curb weight below that of the M3 CS, which currently tips the scales at 1,585 kg (3,494 pounds).
Final details include a variable-rate electric steering system and adaptive dampers.
Apparently, the 2020 M3 is already undergoing a good deal of testing at the Nurburgring, and as such, it should simply slay the apexes when it's finally released. However, for those who need even more of that speed stuff, further performance gains can be had with go-faster versions like the M3 CS and M3 GTS, set for release after the standard model.
2020 BMW M3 Prices
The 2020 BMW M3 looks set for a debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September of 2019. Sales should kick off shortly thereafter in early 2020.
It's speculated BMW will give the new-gen a bit of a price jump, up to around 58,000 pounds in the U.K. and close to $70,000 in the U.S. Optional equipment will quickly catapult the bottom line even higher.
2020 BMW M3 Competition
Mercedes-AMG C 63 Sedan
Big, mean, and not afraid to play dirty, the C 63 is a bruiser of a four-door, packing in the ponies with a turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 doling out as much as 469 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque. Routed through an AMG SpeedShift seven-speed automatic transmission connected directly to the rear axle, it's enough to propel the Merc to 60 mph in 4 seconds flat. Loads of interior gear and styling options keep it feeling fresh, while technology options include stuff like Active Blind Spot Assist, Steering Assist, Parking Assist, and more.
Read our full review of the 2015 Mercedes-AMG C 63.
Audi RS5 Coupe
Although it's rumored Audi will reintroduce it's highly desirable RS4 Sedan sometime in the near future, we can still look to the RS5 Coupe as a suitable competitor for the upcoming 2020 BMW M3. Granted, the RS5 Coupe rocks just two doors, but the rest of the spec is close enough to include it in this section. Providing the motivation here is a turbocharged 2.9-liter V-6, which spins to the tune of 444 horsepower and 443 pound-feet of torque. That's nothing to sneeze at, especially when routed to the pavement via quattro AWD and an eight-speed automatic transmission, blessing this Four-Ring monster with a sub-4-second 0-to-60 mph time timed at 3.7 seconds. The RS5 will also top out at 174 mph with the right options. Pricing is bit steep though, starting at $69,900.
Read our full review on the 2018 Audi RS5.
Final Thoughts
At the end of the day, it looks as though the BMW M3 is still the one to get if purity is what you're after.
At the end of the day, it looks as though the BMW M3 is still the one to get if purity is what you're after, providing BMW keeps the classic manual and RWD configuration intact. While Mercedes and Audi double down on technology and comfort items, BMW seems more concerned with recapturing its "Ultimate Driving Machine" spirit, cutting weight, adding power, and enhancing the suspension to ever-greater performance levels.
And we like that - a lot. We like the smooth inline six-cylinder's power delivery, we like the plethora of track day options, and we like the DTM-inspired styling. Hell, we even like the overpriced squirt bottle that is the water injection system.
Of course, nothing lasts forever, and one day, even the M3 will need to bow to the times, i.e. go hybrid and AWD. Hopefully that day is still some time in the future.
Read our full review on the 2017 BMW M3.
Read our full review on the 2018 BMW 3 Series.
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Update History
Update 10/02/2019:The BMW M3 was caught testing on the Nurburgring yet again with some minor modifications. Check out the latest shots in our spy shots below.
Update 05/20/2019: We managed to catch the 2020 BMW M3 after it refueled and have a few new spy shots to show off. Check them out in the spy shots section below!
Update 05/14/2019: It has only been a week since we last saw the BMW M3, but it is quite obvious that BMW is being very thorough with the M3 as our spy photographers just caught it testing again. Well, it wasn't testing, really, as it was actually at a gas station getting fuel, but it's sighting nonetheless. Check out the spy shots section below to check out our latest shots.
Update 05/07/2019: The 2020 BMW M3 was caught on a trailer on it's way from some intense testing. To the average Joe, it might not look like much has changed but there's certainly some new things we need to discuss. Check out our spy shots section below to learn what's new this time around!
Update 03/11/2019: The BMW M3 was spied doing some more cold-weather testing and we've learned some new information about power output, trim levels, and now have an expectation for when it could go into production.
Updated 10/09/2018: The M3 was once again spied, both at the 'Ring and on the street, and this time it's sporting even less camo! Check out the new round of pics below...


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Running at CERN¶
Code has been installed on both the 'upstairs' (pcatlasst01/pc04-warp) and 'downstairs' (22.214.171.124) machines. Note the upstairs one is an Ubuntu machine (for which we hack SLF6 installs to work), while the downstairs one is CentOS7 (for which SLF7 works fine).
'Upstairs' server¶
Logging in¶
Login to the CERN network (lxplus.cern.ch) with your CERN username and password
Loggin: ssh email@example.com
Password: same as username
Remember to unplug the trigger from the SPEXI board (5th output from the top).¶
Setting up the software:¶
source artdaq_dev/setup_icartdaq.sh
Then we will run out of a development area:¶
cd artdaq_dev/sbndaq_Jan2019/ source localProducts_sbndaq_v0_01_03_e15_prof/setup mrbslp
Running the DAQ:¶
If everything has been setup you can run the DAQ in "test-stand" mode with artdaqDriver:
artdaqDriver -c srcs/sbndaq/cern50l/artdaqDriver/IcarusTPC_driver.fcl
Note: 'IcarusTPC_driver.fcl' file is meant to run TPC board
Wait till you see the list of available boards with a status.
Once the list appears, press 'TRIGGER' button on the bottom pulse generator.
Then insert the trigger cable back to SPEXI (the same one you disconnected before).
If you need to stop an ongoing run, you can do Ctrl-C, but also remember to kill any orphaned art threads:¶
killall -9 art
Analyzing data:¶
TPC data are written here:
art -c IcarusTPC_Anal.fcl -n -1 -S <file_list> -T <output_file>
Note: if you skip the ' -T <output_file>' command the output_file will have the same name as the 'fcl' file, but with the 'root' extension.
Setting up¶
'Downstairs' server¶
Logging in¶
Login to the CERN network (lxplus.cern.ch) with your CERN username and password
Loggin: ssh -p 7022 firstname.lastname@example.com
Password: Traccione
Setting up the software¶
source /software/products/setup setup mrb
Then we will run out of a development area:
cd sbndaq_dev source localProducts_sbndaq_*/setup mrbslp
Building the software¶
If you make a change to the code, you will need to rebuild and install it. To do that:
cd $MRB_BUILDDIR mrbsetenv mrb i -j8
Check for any compilation errors. If everything is ok, you should see a lot of lines saying "Installing <xxx>".
Running the DAQ¶
If everything has been setup you can just run the DAQ in "test-stand" mode with artdaqDriver:
artdaqDriver -c CAENV1730_driver.fcl
CAENV1730_driver.fcl is the name of the driver configuration file).
- number of events to run
- run number to assign
- trigger options
- sleeping time between software triggers ("GetNextSleep", in us)
- output file name/location!
If you need to stop an ongoing run, you can do
Ctrl-C, but also remember to kill any orphaned
art threads:
killall -9 art
If you're running overnight, you can send the output to a log file, and tell the program to continue even if you log out:
nohup artdaqDriver -c CAENV1730_driver.fcl >& daq.log &
Analyzing data¶
There is a simple waveform analysis code located here:
Feel free to make changes there! (Just remember to rebuild.)
To run that module:
art -c CAENV1730_WaveformAna.fcl -n -1 -S <file_list> -T <output_file>
where <file_list> is a text file containing the list of artdaq output ROOT files to process, and <output_file> is the output file for the TTrees.
(If you browse around in the ROOT file, you'll find the trees/leaves.)


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Below are some frequently asked questions and answers to help patrons prepare for the upcoming changes.
What's allowed into the Heartland Events Center – Grand Island?
Answer: Clear, uncolored plastic tote-bags will be permitted, or guest may use a one-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc or similar). Additionally, guests may also bring clutch-sized wallets, not exceeding 4.5 inches tall by 6.5 inches long, after proper security screening for arena events. Only one bag is allowed per ticket holder.
What is not allowed inside the Heartland Events Center?
Answer: No large purses, bags, backpacks or fanny-packs will be permitted inside the venue. Staff members are not allowed to hold or store bags during an event.
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Answer: No. Everything must be easily visible within the clear plastic bag upon entering the security line.
What if I accidentally bring a bag or item that is not permitted?
Answer: In the event a patron arrives with an unapproved bag, the bag will not be allowed in to the facility.
What if I carry medical items that will not fit into a clear plastic bag?
Answer: Heartland Events Center staff-members are happy to make special accommodations for bags with medical necessity. However, each bag will need to be properly searched by security before entrance.
Does my diaper bag also need to be clear plastic?
Answer: Yes. However, the hope is that by offering admittance to larger-sized, clear tote bags that families will have minimal inconvenience. Reminder: one bag is allowed per ticket-holder.
How do I get through the security line quicker?
Answer: Arrive early. Doors for events at the Heartland Events Center typically open 60-minutes prior to an event. Lines can get bogged down with last minute arrivals, so budgeting extra time for security can help ensure patrons have plenty of time to get in and find their seats.
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Can attendees carry cameras, binoculars, smart phones or tablets separately from what they put in a clear bag?
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1. Any type of weapon, fake weapon, or object resembling a weapon. This includes but is not limited to handguns, rifles, knives, straight edge razors, brass knuckles, swords, dangerous ordinance, Tasers, chains, and all other categories of weapons, whether such items are real or replica weapons. This includes permit holders possessing or carrying lawfully concealed weapons in or around the facility. Weapons cannot be checked in to Security or Guest Services.
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4. Audio Recording / Video Recording
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6. Drones in any area of the Fonner Park Campus
7. Hover Boards / Heely / Skateboards / Rollerblades
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11. Signs / Banners
12. Outside Food and Beverages
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14. Abusive or Foul Language / Disruptive Language / Obscene Clothing / Indecent Clothing
15. Animals, Except Service Animals
16. Any item deemed to compromise public safety
If your conduct endangers or disrupts guests or others involved in the event, the Heartland Events Center reserves the right to remove you from the premises.
Motorized Vehicle
Rules & Regulations Agreement
Auxiliary vehicles, including but not limited to, golf carts, service carts, utility vehicles, Cushmans, and other four-wheeled vehicles (individually an "AV," collectively, "AVs") are included within the scope of this Motorized Vehicle Rules & Regulations Agreement (this "Agreement"). All AVs used in connection with activities and events at the Fonner Park Campus are required to have a Fonner Park issued operation permit while on the Fonner Park grounds, parking lots, and campground. Permits are required during move-in, event period, and move-out. Permits are only issued for AVs that serve to advance the operation of the event in process or that provide a service to Fonner Park vendors, exhibitors, administration staff, etc. Permits are not issued to the general public. AV permits are at no cost. Permits are issued at the Fonner Park General Office. Permits are issued at the discretion of Fonner Park and Double Locked Security.
A Certificate of Liability Insurance evidencing the insurance required in this Agreement, naming the following entities (verbatim) as additional insureds (collectively, the "Additional Insured's"), is required for the AV at the time the undersigned applies for a permit.
- Hall County Livestock Improvement Association d/b/a Fonner Park
- Fonner Park Exposition and Events Center, Inc., d/b/a the Heartland Events Center
- The City of Grand Island
- Nebraska State Fair
- Hall County Convention and Visitors Bureau
- Grand Island Chamber of Commerce
"It is the intent of this company to provide a safe workplace for everyone. Accident and injury prevention is an important part of our job. Working together, we can achieve our safety goals. Safe working practices are important. Safety is everyone's responsibility. It is the policy of this company to protect our employees, patrons, equipment, facilities, and grounds. Employees and vendors operating AVs must be authorized to drive the vehicle, and constantly be aware of others when driving on the Fonner Park grounds."
By signing below, the undersigned permit owner agrees to the following:
1. AVs without a permit will not be allowed on Fonner Park grounds at any time.
2. High-powered motorized sports vehicles and AVs over 52" wide are not permitted. This Agreement authorizes the undersigned to operate only the AV identified at the end of this Agreement. Privately owned AVs are subject to inspection and approval of Fonner Park or Double Locked Security prior to use on the Fonner Park grounds.
3. All AV drivers must be a minimum of 16 years of age and have a valid driver's license issued by the applicable state agency. An identification card is not considered a valid form of I.D. A copy of the driver's license must be on file with this signed Agreement.
4. AVs are not permitted on city streets. However, all drivers of AVs shall observe all Nebraska motor vehicle traffic laws while driving an AV (e.g. stopping at stop signs, yielding to pedestrians, refraining from using cell phones or texting while driving). AVs may only be driven between dawn and dusk if equipped with headlights and brake lights in operating condition.
5. AVs are not permitted inside any Fonner Park buildings or barns, at any time.
6. In accordance with Nebraska motor vehicle traffic laws, the consumption of, or driving under the influence of any alcohol, narcotic drug or any illegal substance while operating an AV on Fonner Park grounds is illegal. Any violations will result in the automatic revocation of your AV permit.
7. AV drivers will yield to pedestrians and animals, and use safe speeds at ALL times, especially in areas of high traffic. An AV should be operated at a speed equivalent to a well-paced walk, but no faster than 15 mph.
8. The number of passengers and load capacity of an AV shall not exceed the manufacturer's rated limit and all passengers must be transported in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Passengers must be seated while operating the AV. Infants and children are not allowed on the driver's lap and are not allowed to steer the AV. Passengers are not allowed to ride in the box of the AV.
9. AV keys are not to be left in unattended AVs. Drivers must keep their AV keys with them at all times.
10. The undersigned shall maintain a liability insurance policy with respect to the operation of the AV with a combined single limit of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence for bodily injury, including death and property damage coverage. Such policy shall be in force on the date hereof and shall remain in force through the undersigned's move-in, during the event, and through the undersigned's move-out.
11. The undersigned is fully responsible for the operation of any AV he or she operates in connection with the said party's event, and assumes all liability relating to such AV operation. The under-signed acknowledges that Fonner Park, by providing this privilege, is in no way endorsing the operation of an AV and does not and will not assume any liability relating to the operation thereof. The undersigned hereby agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Fonner Park, the Additional Insureds, and their respective directors, officers, managers, members, employees, and any-one acting by or on behalf of the foregoing, from any losses, demands, claims or injuries in any manner relating to or arising out of the storage, use or operation of an AV in connection with Fonner Park, including but not limited to any breach of this Agreement.
12. In the event any term of this Agreement is violated, Fonner Park may do any one or more of the following:
- Fonner Park and Double Locked Security each have the authority to revoke an AV permit at their sole discretion.
- Fonner Park and Double Locked Security each have the authority to impound any AVs issued by the Fonner Park and Double Locked Security, in their sole discretion.
- Fonner Park and Double Locked Security each have the authority to require any privately owned AVs to be removed from the Fonner Park grounds, in their sole discretion.
- A first time violator of any of the terms of this Agreement may receive a warning if the circum-stances warrant, in the sole discretion of Fonner Park and Double Locked Security . In such event, a second violation will result in the automatic and immediate revocation of the driver's AV permit and the AV will be impounded, if such AV was issued by Fonner Park and Double Locked Security. Privately owned AVs will be required to be removed from the Fonner Park grounds.
- Reckless driving, negligent driving or any other driving that may impair or be harmful to the safety of visitors, participants, vendors, exhibitors, or others present at Fonner Park (each of the foregoing as determined by Fonner Park and Double Locked Security in their sole discretion), shall result in the automatic revocation of a driver's AV permit and the AV will be impounded, if such AV was issued by the Fonner Park and Double Locked Security . Privately owned AVs will be required to be removed from the Fonner Park grounds.
- Permits are issued at the discretion of Fonner Park and Double Locked Security . Fonner Park and Double Locked Security reserve the right to revoke permits and remove AVs from Fonner Park grounds, at any time and for any reason.
I hereby certify that I have read and agree to the above Fonner Park Motorized Vehicle Rules & Regulations, I have provided the required insurance rider and a copy of my valid driver's license.
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Signature Date
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Office Use Only
Permit Number: _________
Driver's License Witnessed:_________
I hereby certify that I have read and agree to the above Fonner Park Motorized Vehicle Rules & Regulations, I have provided the required insurance rider and a copy of my valid driver's license.
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Permit Number: _________
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Miruts Yifter
Yifter (#191), Nyambui (#649), and Maaninka (#208) at the 1980 Summer Olympics
|Personal information
|15 May 1944
Adigrat, Ethiopia
|22 December 2016 (aged 72)
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
|5000 m, 10,000 m
|Achievements and titles
|Personal best(s)
|5000 m: 13:13.82[1]
10,000 m: 27:40.96[1]
Medal record
Miruts Yifter (Amharic: ምሩፅ ይፍጠር, affectionately known as "Yifter the Shifter",[2][3] 15 May 1944 – 22 December 2016) was an Ethiopian athlete from Tigray and winner of two gold medals at the 1980 Summer Olympics. His date of birth is often given as 15 May 1944, though there is some uncertainty about this. His name is also sometimes spelled as Muruse Yefter.
Early life[edit]
Born in Adigrat, in the Tigray Region of Ethiopia, Yifter spent early parts of his youth working in different factories and as a carriage driver. His talent as a long-distance runner was noticed when he joined the Ethiopian Air Force.
Running career[edit]
Yifter was called to the Ethiopian national team for the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City, but he made his Olympic debut four years later in Munich Olympics where he won a bronze medal in 10,000 metres. However, he arrived too late for the 5000 metres final.
In the 1973 All-Africa Games he won one gold medal (10,000 m) and one silver (5000 m). At the 1st African Championships in 1979 he won two gold medals (5000 and 10,000 metres).
Yifter was unable to participate in the 1976 Summer Olympics because his nation boycotted the event. Four years later in Moscow, Yifter made up for his disappointments by winning gold in both the 10,000 and 5000 m.[4] In the final of the 10,000 m he sprinted into the lead 300 m from the finish and won by ten metres. Five days later, in the 5000 m final, Yifter was boxed in during the last lap. But with 300 m to go, his Ethiopian teammate, Mohamed Kedir, stepped aside and Yifter again sprinted to victory. Due to his abrupt change in speed when executing his kick to the finish, Yifter acquired the nickname "Yifter the Shifter."
At Coamo, Puerto Rico on 6 February 1977, Yifter ran a World Best for the half-marathon of 1:02:57.
At the Moscow Olympics, part of the mystery surrounding Yifter was the question of his age, which was reported to be between 33 and 42. Yifter refused to give a definitive answer, telling reporters:
"Men may steal my chickens; men may steal my sheep. But no man can steal my age."
The most common versions of his date of birth are 1 January 1938 or 15 May 1944 (see IAAF Profile).
Yifter continued to compete into the early 1980s, running on Ethiopia's gold medal winning team at the 1982 and 1983 IAAF World Cross Country Championships.
Miruts Yifter died at age of 72 on 22 December 2016 in Toronto, Ontario where he had lived since 2000.[5] According to family members, he had been suffering from respiratory problems.
He was buried in Addis Ababa, in the Holy Trinity Cathedral cemetery.
International competitions[edit]
|Representing Ethiopia
|African Championships
|Dakar, Senegal
|5000 m
|10,000 m
- ^ a b IAAF. "Profile of Miruts Yifter".
- ^ http://www.iaaf.org/athletes/biographies/letter=0/athcode=11008/index.html
- ^ https://www.sports-reference.com/olympics/athletes/yi/miruts-yifter-1.html
- ^ "IAAF: Turning the clock back to Moscow 1980| News | iaaf.org". iaaf.org. May 16, 2013. Retrieved 2017-11-19.
- ^ http://www.athleticsweekly.com/featured/miruts-yifter-the-shifter-dies-54795
External links[edit]
- Miruts Yifter at World Athletics
- Miruts Yifter at the International Olympic Committee
- Miruts Yifter at Olympics at Sports-Reference.com
|Sporting positions
|Preceded by
Juan Rafael Pérez
| Men's half marathon best year performance
|Succeeded by
Tony Simmons
|Preceded by
Suleiman Nyambui
| Men's 5000 m best year performance
|Succeeded by
Henry Rono
|Olympic Games
|Preceded by
Robel Teklemariam
| Flagbearer for Ethiopia
Beijing 2008
|Succeeded by
Robel Teklemariam
- 1944 births
- 2016 deaths
- Sportspeople from Tigray Region
- Ethiopian male long-distance runners
- Olympic athletes of Ethiopia
- Olympic gold medalists for Ethiopia
- Olympic bronze medalists for Ethiopia
- Athletes (track and field) at the 1972 Summer Olympics
- Athletes (track and field) at the 1980 Summer Olympics
- Medalists at the 1972 Summer Olympics
- Medalists at the 1980 Summer Olympics
- World record setters in athletics (track and field)
- Ethiopian Air Force personnel
- Olympic gold medalists in athletics (track and field)
- Olympic bronze medalists in athletics (track and field)
- African Games gold medalists for Ethiopia
- African Games medalists in athletics (track and field)
- Ethiopian emigrants to Canada
- Age controversies
- Athletes (track and field) at the 1973 All-Africa Games


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Between working and schooling and keeping on top of everyday things, there is not a whole lot of time for blogging, which happens to be one of my very favorite things. So once again, I am offering pictures.
My children are growing up. Some days too fast. Some days not fast enough.
But growing. Always growing.
Right before my very eyes.
Apparently I took a couple of years off Rob's life yesterday. It all started innocently enough…
We were driving home from Spokane, after having attended one of the most beautiful weddings ever, and were taking in the sights around Lake Coeur d' Alene in Idaho. After the lake ends, it turns marshy for a little ways. Now, I should probably mention here that I looove moosies. I have been dying to see one forever (it has been about 10 years since our last sighting) and I always keep my eyes open when we are near prime moose habitat. No luck, though, they are always hiding from me.
Until yesterday, that is.
I wasn't expecting to see a moose standing in the marsh off the side of the freeway. But I did. And I didn't think I would overreact if I did see one. But I did that, too. I think I squealed and bounced and stomped. I even had tears in my eyes, I was so excited.
Unfortunately, she was spotted at the bottom of a mountain pass, so we had to climb to the top before there was an exit to turn around and head back down. But when we made our way back to her, she was still standing there.
I jumped out, took some pictures, told her she was pretty, asked her if she wanted to come home with us, you know, all the things you are supposed to do when you finally (FINALLY!) spot a pretty little moosie. Apparently she wasn't up for coming home with us, because she turned and headed away from me.
I have apologized profusely for scaring the be-jeebers out of Rob, and have promised to try not to do so for at least another 11 years. (Apparently there was a similar incident about 9 years ago when I spotted a Dairy Queen. I was pregnant with William at the time, so at least I had a good excuse.) Next time I spot something of interest, I am to calmly say, "Honey, will you please stop the car." There are no guarantees, but I will try my best.
But look, WE SAW A MOOSE!!! WE SAW A MOOSE!!! WE SAW A MOOSE!!! And what a pretty little girl she was. 🙂
Once again, we were unable to resist the urge to go for a little drive. Everything in town was white and with the sun shining, it was looking to be a beautiful day, so we set out to see how things were along the river.
Normally when we head out during the day, we don't see a lot of wildlife, but yesterday we saw a little bit of everything it seemed. We came across deer, pronghorn, pheasants, grouse, eagles and geese, lots and lots of geese. I am pretty sure the geese should be some place much warmer this time of year, but for some reason they are sticking around.
My main focus tends to be the animals, but yesterday I was caught up in how different the pictures looked in color versus black and white. I have always enjoyed b&w photos because of their elegance, but when I put these particular photos side by side, I lean more towards the color. Perhaps it is the contrast between the pure white snow and the pretty blue sky, but something about them reminds me how it felt to actually be there.
It is amazing how two pictures that are almost identical can be so different.


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> "Java will also be a wonderful language for interactively
> accessing data in CICS and DB2," Dzubeck added.
IBM servers to deliver one-two punch of power, Internet access
By Ed Scannell
Posted at 8:39 PM PT, Feb 16, 1996
Mainframes are back, and they're on the Internet.
The first manifestation of IBM's new comprehensive server strategy will
materialize the week of Feb. 19 when the company details plans to bundle
Internet server code across its entire product line, including S/390
IBM officials said the unified stance by the company's server groups -- which
will include introductions by the IBM PC Co. and the RS/6000, AS/400, and
S/390 divisions -- is an important step toward achieving seamless
network-centric computing.
To facilitate that goal, IBM's RS/6000 division will announce an RS/6000
Model F30 running AIX that can be bundled with Internet server code from
either IBM or Netscape Communications Corp., based in Mountain View, Calif.
These systems will also be packaged with DB2 and CICS mainframe World Wide
Web gateways on AIX.
This group will also announce availability of more than a dozen Internet
applications for the RS/6000 systems.
IBM's S/390 division's contribution will be a bundle of Web software for its
OS/390 operating system using IBM's Internet Connection Server.
IBM's AS/400 group, meanwhile, will announce software that will incorporate
easy Internet access through the OS/400 operating system.
In addition to offering the new AS/400 Advanced 36 Model 436 processor, the
AS/400 division will show off a beta version of its Internet Connection for
AS/400 browser. That product, however, is not expected to be commercially
available until the second half of this year.
Finally, the IBM PC Co. will introduce servers that offer users a choice of
OS/2 Warp Server, Sun Solaris, or Windows NT. These servers can be configured
with either IBM's Interconnect Server or Netscape's Secure Commerce Server.
Most observers said IBM has the technological wherewithal to piece together a
coherent micro-to-mainframe server strategy centered around the Internet.
But the company's degree of success -- particularly in building a wall
against Microsoft Corp. to keep NT out of enterprise sites -- will depend on
how clearly it articulates and executes that plan.
"IBM's strategy makes sense, given that most corporate data still lives on
mainframes and Microsoft still doesn't know how to play in the enterprise,"
said John Oltsik, an analyst with Forrester Research Inc., in Cambridge, Mass.
However, there appears to be a debate about the effect that IBM's Internet
strategy -- and those of its competitors -- will have on the long-term health
of mainframes.
Analysts said that over the long term, the wide acceptance of the Internet
will hasten the demise of mainframes, as users replicate data off them to
increasingly powerful but lower end platforms.
"The conventional wisdom is that by opening up mainframe apps to the 'net, it
will preserve mainframes. But users will do a lot of replicating to systems
like the AS/400 and RS/6000," Oltsik said.
Others believe IBM's mainframe business will only be bolstered as new
platform-independent environments such as Sun Microsystems Inc.'s Java
programming language take hold. IBM licensed Java late last year. (See "Java
brews trouble for Microsoft," Nov. 20, 1995, page 6.)
"I know users who are going back to mainframes because of their huge
bandwidth, and because they can be logically configured as Web servers," said
Frank Dzubeck, president of Network Communication Architects Inc., in
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What is a panic attack?
a discrete period in which there is a sudden onset of intense apprehension, fearfulness, or terror, often associated with feelings of impending doom
What are the symptoms of panic attacks (four or more are required)?
trembling or shaking
sensations of shortness of breath or smothering
feeling of choking
chest pain/discomfort
nausea or abdominal distress
feeling dizzy, unsteady, lightheaded, or faint
derealization or depersonalization
fear of losing control or going crazy
fear of dying
paresthesias (numbness or tingling)
chills or hot flushes
Symptoms of a panic attack usually come on _______ and peak within ________.
suddenly; ten minutes
What are the three characteristic types of panic attacks?
unexpected (uncued)
situationally bound (cued)
situationally predisposed
What is an unexpected (uncued) panic attack?
a panic attack for which the individual does not associate onset with an internal or external situational trigger
What is a situationally-bound (cued) panic attack?
a panic attack that almost invariably occurs immediately on exposure to, or in anticipation of, the situational cue or trigger
What is a situationally predisposed panic attack?
Similar to situationally-bound panic attacks, they are not invariably associated with the cue and do not necessarily occur immediately after the exposure.
What is the essential feature for agoraphobia?
anxiety about being in places or situations from which escape might be difficult or in which help may not be available in the event of having a panic attack or panic-like symptoms
Agoraphobic fears typically involve characteristic clusters of situations that include:
being outside the home alone
being in a crowd or standing in a line
being on a bridge
traveling in a bus, train, or automobile
What is criterion B for agoraphobia?
B. The situations are avoided (e.g., travel is restricted) or else are endured with marked distress or with anxiety about having a panic attack or panic-like symptoms, or require the presence of a companion.
What is criterion C for agoraphobia?
not better accounted for by another mental disorder (social phobia, specific phobia, OCD, PTSD, or separation anxiety disorder)
What is the essential feature of specific phobia?
marked and persistent fear of clearly discernible, circumscribed objects or situations
What is criterion B for specific phobia?
B. Exposure to the phobic stimulus almost invariably provokes an immediate anxiety response, which may take the form of a situationally-bound or situationally predisposed panic attack.
Note: in children, the anxiety may be expressed by crying, tantrums, freezing, or clinging.
What is criterion C for specific phobia?
C. The person recognizes that the fear is excessive or unreasonable (except in children).
What is criterion D for specific phobia?
D. The phobic situation (s) is/are avoided or else is endured with intense anxiety or distress.
What is criterion E for specific phobia?
E. The avoidance, anxious anticipation, or distress in the feared situation(s) interferes significantly with the person's normal routine, occupational (or academic) functioning, or social activities or relationships, or there is marked distress about having the phobia.
What is criterion F for specific phobia?
F. In individuals under age 18, the duration is at least six months.
What is criterion G for specific phobia?
G. Not better accounted for by another mental disorder (OCD, PTSD, separation anxiety disorder, social phobia, panic disorder with agoraphobia, or agoraphobia without history of panic disorder)
What are the types of specific phobia?
animal type
natural environment type
blood-injection-injury type
situational type
other type
Explain the animal subtype of specific phobia.
This subtype should be specified if the fear is cued by animals or insects. This subtype generally has a childhood onset.
What is the natural environment type of specific phobia?
This subtype should be specified if the fear is cued by objects in the natural environment, such as storms, heights, or water. This subtype generally has a childhood onset.
When would the blood-injection-injury subtype be applied to specific phobia?
This subtype should be specified if the fear is cued by seeing blood or an injury or by receiving an injection or other invasive medical procedure. This subtype is highly familial and is often characterized by a strong vasovagal response.
When should the situational subtype be used to describe specific phobia?
if the fear is cued by a specific situation
- like public transportation, tunnels, bridges, elevators, flying, driving, enclosed places
- has bimodal age-at-onset distribution (one peak in childhood, another peak in mid-20s)
- appears to be similar to panic disorder w/agoraphobia in sex ratios, familial aggregation pattern, and age at onset
When should the other subtype be applied to specific phobia?
when fear is cued by other stimuli
- fear of choking, vomiting, or contracting an illness
- "space" phobia (fear of falling down if away from structural supports like walls)
- children's fears of loud sounds or costumed characters
What is the frequency of specific phobia subtypes from most to least?
natural environment
What are some predisposing factors to specific phobia?
traumatic events
unexpected panic attacks in the to-be-feared situation
observation of others undergoing trauma or demonstrating fearfulness
informational transmission
How can specific phobia be differentiated from panic disorder with agoraphobia?
individuals with specific phobia do not present with pervasive anxiety because their fear is limited to specific, circumscribed objects or situations
How can specific phobia be differentiated from social phobia?
the focus of the fears: social phobia might include not eating in a restaurant because of fear of negative evaluation from others, but specific phobia might include fear of choking while eating
How can specific phobia be differentiated from PTSD?
Avoidance with PTSD follows a life-threatening stressor and is accompanied by additional features (like reexperienceing the trauma and restricted affect).
How can specific phobia be differentiated from OCD?
In OCD, the avoidance is associated with the content of the obsession (like dirt or contamination).
How can specific phobia be differentiated from separation anxiety disorder?
In separation anxiety disorder, the avoidance behavior is exclusively limited to fears of separation from persons to whom the individual is attached.
What is the essential feature of social phobia?
a marked and persistent fear of social or performance situations in which embarrassment may occur
What is criterion B of social phobia?
exposure to the social or performance situation almost invariably provokes an immediate anxiety response (may take the form of a situationally-bound or situationally predisposed panic attack)
What is criterion C for social phobia?
adolescents and adults recognize that their fear is excessive or unreasonable (kids do not, necessarily)
What is criterion D for social phobia?
most often, the social or performance situation is avoided, although sometimes it is endured with dread
What is criterion E for social phobia?
avoidance, fear, or anxious anticipation of encountering the social or performance situation interferes significantly with the person's daily routine, occupational functioning, or social life, or if the person is markedly distressed about having the phobia
What is criterion F for social phobia?
in individuals younger than 18, symptoms must have persisted for at least six months to warrant diagnosis
What are criteria G and H for social phobia?
G. Not substance-induced/gen med, and not better accounted for by another mental disorder (like panic disorder, separation anxiety, body dysmorphic disorder, schizoid PD)
H. If a general medical condition or another mental disorder is present, the fear in criterion A is unrelated to it
What is the specifier for social phobia?
if the fears include most social situations (also consider the additional diagnosis of avoidant personality disorder)
How can social phobia be differentiated from panic disorder with agoraphobia?
PDw/A panic attacks are not limited to social situations. Social phobia is not diagnosed when the only social fear is of being seen while having a panic attack.
How can social phobia and agoraphobia be differentiated?
in agoraphobia, the fear or anxiety is not always related to social situations (being on a bridge or in an elevator, for example)
How can social phobia be differentiated from generalized anxiety disorder?
fears and anxiety in generalized anxiety disorder occur even when not being socially evaluated
How can social phobia be differentiated from schizoid personality disorder?
with social phobia, individuals have a capacity for and interest in social relationships with familiar people
How can social phobia be differentiated from avoidant personality disorder?
Avoidant personality disorder may be a more sever form of generalized social phobia.
What is the essential feature of obsessive-compulsive disorder?
recurrent obsessions or compulsions
What four criteria define obsessions with regard to OCD?
recurrent and persistent thoughts, impulses, or images that are experiences, at some time during the disturbance, as intrusive and inappropriate and that cause marked anxiety or distress
the thoughts, impulses, or images are not simply excessive worries about real-life problems
the preson attempts to ignore or suppress such thoughts, impulses, or images, or to neutralize them with some other thought or action
the person recognizes that the obsessional thoughts, impulses, or images are a product of his or her own mind (not thought insertion)
What two criteria define compulsions with regard to OCD?
repetitive behaviors or mental acts (praying, counting, repeating, etc.) that the person feels driven to perform in response to an obsession, or according to the rules that must be applied rigidly
the behaviors or mental acts are aimed at preventing or reducing distress or preventing some dreaded event or situation; however, these behaviors or mental acts either are not connected in a realistic way or are clearly excessive
What is criterion B for OCD?
B. At some point during the course of the disorder, the person has recognized that the obsessions or compulsions are excessive or unreasonable.
What is criterion C for OCD?
C. The obsessions or compulsions cause marked distress, are time consuming (more than one hour a day), or significantly interfere with the person's normal routine, occupational/academic functioning, or usual social activities/relationships.
What is criterion D for OCD?
if another Axis I disorder is present, the content of the obsessions/compulsions is not restricted to it
What is criterion E for OCD?
not due to substances or general medical condition
What is the specifier for OCD?
with poor insight
if, for most of the time during the current episode, the person does not recognize that the obsessions and compulsions are excessive or unreasonable
How can OCD be differentiated from generalized anxiety disorder?
GAD worries are distinguished from obsessions by the fact that the person experiences them as excessive concerns about real-life circumstances.
How can OCD be distinguished from obsessive-compulvive personality disorder?
OCPD is not actually characterized by presence of obsessions or compulsions, but rather a pervasive preoccupation with perfection, control, and orderliness.
What is the essential feature of PTSD?
the development of characteristic symptoms following exposure to an extreme traumatic stressor:
- involving direct personal experience of an event that involves actual or threatened death or serious injury, or other threat to one's physical integrity
- witnessing an event that involves death, injury, or a threat to the physical integrity of another person
- learning about unexpected or violent death, serious harm, or threat of death or injury experienced by a family member or other close associate
What is the A2 criterion for PTSD?
the person's response to the event must involve intense fear, helplessness, or horror (in children, the response to the event must include disorganized or agitated behavior)
What is criterion B for PTSD?
B. The characteristic symptoms resulting from the exposure to the extreme trauma include persistent reexperienceing of the traumatic event.
What are the five subsections of PTSD criterion B and how many are necessary?
recurrent and intrusive distressing recollections of the event
recurrent distressing dreams of the event
acting or feeling as if the traumatic event were recurring
intense psychological distress at exposure to internal or external cues that symbolize or resemble an aspect of the traumatic event
physiological reactivity on exposure to internal or external cues that symbolize or resemble an aspect of the traumatic event
only one is required
What is criterion C for PTSD?
persistent avoidance of stimuli associated with the trauma and numbing of general responsiveness
What are the seven characteristics of PTSD criterion C and how many are required for diagnosis?
efforts to avoid thoughts, feelings, or conversations associated with the trauma
efforts to avoid activities, places, or people that arouse recollections of the trauma
inability to recall an important aspect of the trauma
markedly diminished interest or participation in significant activities
feeling of detachment or estrangement from others
restricted range of affect
sense of foreshortened future (does not expect to have career, normal lifespan, etc.)
three or more are required
What is criterion D for PTSD?
persistent symptoms of increased arousal
What are the five symptoms of increased arousal (criterion D), and how many are needed for diagnosis of PTSD?
difficulty falling or staying asleep
irritability or outbursts of anger
difficulty concentrating
exaggerated startle response
two or more are required for diagnosis
What is criterion E for PTSD?
the full symptom picture must be present for more than one month
What is criterion F for PTSD?
the disturbance must cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning
What are the three specifiers for PTSD?
acute (symptom duration less than three months)
chronic (symptom duration more than three months)
with delayed onset (symptom onset is at least six months after the stressor)
How can PTSD be differentiated from adjustment disorder?
In adjustment disorder, the stressor does not need to be severe. If the stressor is severe but all the criteria for PTSD are not met, adjustment disorder can also be diagnosed.
How can PTSD be differentiated from acute stress disorder?
The symptom pattern in acute stress disorder must occur and resolve within four weeks of the traumatic event.
How can PTSD be differentiated from OCD?
the thoughts in OCD are inappropriate and are not related to an experienced traumatic event
What is the essential feature of acute stress disorder?
the development of characteristic anxiety, dissociative, and other symptoms that occurs within one month after exposure to an extreme traumatic stressor
What are the two necessary characteristics for the A criterion of acute stress disorder?
the person experienced, witnessed, or was confronted with an event or events that involved actual or threatened death or serious injury, or a threat to the physical integrity of self or others
the person's response involved intense fear, helplessness, or horror
Criterion B of acute stress disorder states that, "either while experiencing or after experiencing the distressing event, the individual has three or more of the following dissociative symptoms." What are these symptoms?
a subjective sense of numbing, detachment, or absence of emotional responsiveness
a reduction in awareness of his or her surroundings (being in a daze)
dissociative amnesia
What is criterion C for acute stress disorder?
C. The traumatic event is persistently reexperienced in at least one of the following ways: recurrent images, thoughts, dreams, illusions, flashback episodes, or a sense of reliving the experience, or distress on exposure to reminders of the traumatic event.
What is criterion D for acute stress disorder?
D. Marked avoidance of stimuli that arouse recollections of the trauma (thoughts, feelings, conversations, activities, places, people)
What is criterion E of acute stress disorder?
E. Marked symptoms of anxiety or increased arousal (e.g., difficulty sleeping, irritability, poor concentration, hypervigilance, exaggerated startle response, motor restlessness).
What is criterion F for acute stress disorder?
F. The disturbance causes clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning or imairs the individual's ability to pursue some necessary task, such as obtaining necessary assistance or mobilizing personal resources by telling family members about the traumatic experience.
What are criteria G and H for acute stress disorder?
G. The disturbance lasts a minimum of two days and a maximum of four weeks and occurs within four weeks of the traumatic event.
H. Not substance/general med, and not better accounted for my brief psychotic disorder, not an exacerbation of a preexisting Axis I or Axis II disorder.
How can acute stress disorder and adjustment disorder be differentiated?
adjustment disorder is considered when individuals have an extreme stressor but do not meet the full criteria for acute stress disorder
What is the essential feature of generalized anxiety disorder?
excessive anxiety and worry (apprehensive expectation), occurring more days than not for a period of at least six months, about a number of events or activities
What is criterion B for generalized anxiety disorder?
B. The person finds it difficult to control the worry.
Criterion C of generalized anxiety disorder states that the anxiety and worry are associated with three or more othe following six xymptoms. What are these six symptoms?
restlessness or feeling keyed up or on edge
being easily fatigued
difficulty concentrating or mind going blank
muscle tension
sleep disturbance (difficulty falling or staying asleep, or restless, unsatisfying sleep)
Criterion D of generalized anxiety disorder states that the focus of anxiety and worry is not confined to features of an axis I disorder. Give some examples.
worry about having panic attack (panic disorder)
being embarrassed in public (social phobia)
being contaminated (OCD)
being away from home or relatives (separation anxiety disorder)
gaining weight (anorexia nervosa)
having multiple physical complaints (somatization disorder)
having a serious illness (hypochondriasis)
worry/anxiety occurring exclusively during PTSD
What are criteria E and F for generalized anxiety disorder?
E. The anxiety, worry or physical symptoms cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.
F. Not due to substance/gen med, and does not occur exclusively during a mood disorder, a psychotic disorder, or a pervasive developmental disorder.


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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- Zumba Fitness LLC sued five companies Dec. 5 in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, alleging they infringed on the Zumba trademark.
Zumba Fitness named Telespring Inc., Redbubble Inc., Spreadshirt Inc., Brain Buster Enterprises LLC and Gearbubble, Inc. in its lawsuit. Zumba said it is the only owner of the Zumba and Zumba Fitness trademark as well as its unique logo.
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Zumba Fitness also wants all related equipment to be destroyed.


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The coordinator of the event gave me this kind comment: Thanks for everything mark! As always, the kids sure enjoy your visits.
Aimee Pederson
The coordinator of the event gave me this kind comment: Thanks for everything mark! As always, the kids sure enjoy your visits.
Aimee Pederson
Getting ready for our Monday canoe trip brought back memories of a brief time John Hayes, Dan Bergerson and I got to be on the Wabash River near Fort Ouiatenon, by Lafayette, Indiana. There was a time when Rivers were very important for transporting people and goods, and the bark canoe (including basswood and elm bark) were the mainstays for travel. These photos were taken by frontier artist Steve White in preparation for a painting he was working on about Simon Kenton crossing the Ohio River. Prints are available from Steve White's web site. Oh how the world has changed in so short a time!
Hunting grouse is a favorite thing with me, especially with flintlock guns. I shot this bird about mid morning with the help of my non-hunting dog Lily. The gun is a 24 gauge, .58 caliber flintlock smoothbore. The barrel has been shortened,making it easiter to carry in the woods, on horseback or in a canoe. I had this gun with me all last winter when I went out to feed deer, looking for snowshoe rabbits.
I just downloaded a number of articles to this website. They are from a number of different magazines, including Muzzleloader, of which I am a staff writer. All of them are germane to America's early frontier history and Westward Expansion. Just go to the menu bar and click on articles. Find the article that you want to read and click on it. Be patient it might take a minute or two to download.
In 2016 a number of historical interpreters took a 230 mile history tour, traveling the Boone Trace, the trail that Daniel Boone marked out in the spring of 1775. It was trying, it was epic, it was emotional, it was educational. I wrote a four-part series about our experiences for Muzzleloader magazine. Thanks to Muzzleloader, the Boone Society is now reprinting the series. I am honored to be on the cover of Compass. There is a twenty minute movie I made about the expedition that can be seen on this website. Just click on America's Frontier History Expedition in the menu. The history of our nation is something that we should not forget or neglect!
I'm working on completing a flintlock pistol project that has been lagging for years now. It is not a copy of anything specific, but is just a nice .45 caliber "pocket-sized" pistol. There is still some final shaping to do, then the final staining and finishing. The pistol was designed and built by friend Eugene Shadley, I re-shaped the barrel, did some lock work and hopefully will have it finished within a week.
I am starting a new project this summer: a half-face shelter. They were usually the first dwelling erected when setting up a semi-permanent camp when traveling west. I am using white cedar logs for mine, locally harvested. There are a total of 30, some for the walls, some for the roof. Friend Gene Shadley came over to help. I will let these logs season for a while before I put up the shelter, about 8 by 10 feet in diameter.
More to come images to come soon, having some web site issues–thanks for you patience!
Spent a great morning in the woods with some close friends testing our snowshoes and bindings. The snow was a foot and a half deep in some places, down about eight inches from a week ago. Spring is coming soon and we wanted to take advantage of some warmer weather (in the twenties.) We found a great place for a future winter camp, kindled a fire using flint and steel, and had something warm to drink, saw a coyote and many many deer tracks. We may snowshoe into the same place and camp overnight in the next week or so—maybe. There is nothing like going out on snowshoes in the winter when the weather cooperates. Our ancestors used snowshoes extensively in the early days of our frontier where the winters were cold and the snow deep.