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IMDb Rating: 5.2/10
Genre: Action, Adventure, Thriller
Director: D.J. Caruso
Release Date: 19 January 2017
Star Cast: Vin Diesel, Deepika Padukone, Donnie Yen
Movie Story: After coming out of self Imposed exile daredevil operative Xander Cage must race against time to regain a scary weapon called Pandoras Box a device that controls every military satellite on earth. Recruiting a current group of thrill Seeking cohorts Xander finds himself entangled in a deadly conspiracy that points to collusion in the highest levels of authorities.
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Fatmo wrote:Thumpington wrote:melissandra will revive/save Jon from death, that's my guess.. maybe he will be Azor ahai reborn?
While we all know Jon will come back somehow, I hope it's not like this, or at least not like the other two times we've see a red priest revive someone from death. When Beric kept getting revived by Thoros, he steadily lost more and more of himself and was forgetting who he really was. He still tried to keep to his mission though, but when he gave his life to bring Cat back, she turned out to be, well, Stoneheart. It remains to be seen what the effect will be from Vic getting his infected arm becoming some kind of super arm at the hands of his red priest.
I'd rather see some kind of situation where the stabs turned out to not be fatal, and that he either gets put on ice until he recovers or perhaps wargs into Ghost while he's in a coma or something. Lol, I don't wan't Mel's taint on Jon. Let the old gods take care of him.
Here here. I agree with your thoughts, and would like to add that there is no way that George R.R. Marin would've killed off such a fan favorite in such an ambiguous way. If he was completely dead, we'd know it.

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Indeed, a 4WD truck with chains had abandoned the attempt fairly early in the game. Fortunately, notes on the window hinted of survivors. I pressed on.
Still, I followed a snowshoe track, and what looked like human footprints. My next sign of life was an orange, "Tough Mudder" headband on the Stout and Towers intersection.
Finally, I heard what sounded like voices...and saw two runners bounding down the trail. One of them wore an orange headband, while the other did not. Shortly after, I saw where the footprints ended. The mystery, and the snow, deepened. Indeed, the summit was inaccessible without flotation.
But the snowshoe tracks continued. And then, in the last mile, I saw him, surveying the surroundings. I introduced myself to the fellow mountaineer, Luis, and asked if he wanted to press on together for the summit bid.
"I can't," he replied, with a deep sense of regret. "I'm already late for dinner with my wife."
I nodded a sympathetically wistful nod. I knew he had difficulty making the choice, and could tell he matured beyond the usual string of disappointments that are part of the game. I thought of my own wife, nervously awaiting news of my latest folly. It's the ones who are left behind that suffer.
But I had to press on. Worse, I now had to break my own trail. I pushed up the final hills, with some grades exceeding 10 degrees -- dangerously close to the 38 degree critical angle of slope stability.
But I did it. And it felt like standing on top of the world.
And in all seriousness...
The spring snow was sticky enough to scrub off speed. All speed, or semblance of it. And clump up on my skis, repeatedly.
I did not see any wildlife on the way down, but I did think about mountain lions every time I bent down to clean or clip into my skis (the same way I do if on the ground working on my bike), generally trying to stay upright, move around, watch my back, and make noise. Paranoia? I remember reading about a ski encounter when a skier was on the ground with her skis...and then we got an email that a trail runner so 3 mountain lions(!) on the same trail the very next night! Be safe out there and stay upright!
Anyway, I took some video of the descent, but haven't really edited it, mostly out of disdain and abject boredom. In all but the steepest hills, I had to double-pole to keep moving, and the best hill is probably the first one closest to the trailhead. It still took an hour to descend. It was pretty boring and only deepens my feelings towards Towers Road in general. But now I know.


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... The pardon also threatened to embarrass Bush because Toussie, in bypassing normal procedures and taking his case directly to the West Wing, had hired a former top lawyer in the White House counsel's office, Bradford Berenson, who had access to Bush's most senior advisers ...Now the picture becomes more clear. The Toussie application did not go through the normal channels. The U.S. Pardon Attorney, for example, made no recommendation on it. On the other hand, we do know that White House counsel Fred Fielding had reviewed the application believed that it was "meritorious." It seems someone is missing here. Where is the deputy attorney general? See Tribune story here.
Berenson declined to comment about his role in taking the case directly to the White House, citing attorney-client privacy. But he said late Wednesday that Toussie is "deeply grateful that both the counsel to the president and the president himself found Mr. Toussie's pardon application to have sufficient merit to be granted." And he said Toussie "looks forward to the pardon attorney's expeditious review of the application, and remains confident that the pardon attorney will agree with the president and the White House counsel."
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Toussie Jammup: Tribune Finds the Wild Card
The Chicago Tribune has found the Wildcard in the Isaac Robert Toussie pardon fiasco. We noted, long before the story took off, that the flight of Toussie's application through the clemency process was itself a red flag of several sorts. Today, the Tribune reports:
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Brandishing pieces of coal during parliamentary sessions passes for evidence these days, according to climate change sceptics. In this age of alternative facts, filing lawsuits against the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the denial of human agency in global warming are key qualifications to head the agency.
During his campaign, Donald Trump promised to reduce the EPA to "tidbits", and since the election, climate change information has been wiped from the website. Orders have been issued that all agency research be vetted.
With the president's edicts and policies posing a threat, not just to environmental research, but to the whole world of science, those who work in the discipline are taking to the streets, joined by international protests, on Earth Day, 22 April.
This activism by scientists is often greeted with amazement. While acknowledging it's a mark of the widespread nature of Trump's attacks, there's incredulity – after all, who's seen scientists on the streets?
We shouldn't be so surprised. Scientists have quite a history of protest, particularly during times of upheaval. On the campuses and in the public sector, there have been decades of strikes and protests involving scientists. Most recently during the torrid times of Tony Abbott's government and its anti-science agenda, savage cuts to the CSIRO prompted scientists around the country to strike.
In the world of work, science is a relative newcomer, but one intimately tied to the development of capitalism. Karl Marx explained that "modern industry ... makes science a productive force distinct from labour and presses it into the service of capital". In the process, it created its own workforce, whose class consciousness has waxed and waned. In the aftermath of WWI and the Russian Revolution, there was a trebling in the science workforce along with a radicalisation.
During the 1930s British scientists formed a National Union of Scientific Workers, while some, looking for political expression, joined the Labour Party or the Communist Party. With fascism on the rise, scientists were called to decide which side they were on: face either a grim future under fascism or a grand, science-informed "complete Socialism".
Through their publications, membership of left wing parties, union organising and anti-war protests, these left-wing scientists had an impact for more than 20 years.
French physicist and communist Paul Langevin, though seeing his scientific work as important, argued, "Unless the political work is done, there will be no science at all".
Radicalism ebbed during the Cold War, then rose again in the late 1960s with the mass opposition to the Vietnam War, student activism and rising working class combativity. US science workers formed anti-war groups and joined forces with unions and other groups in March 1969 to strike at Massachusetts Institute of Technology and many other workplaces, opposing the military applications of science. Similar protests by scientists against the war also happened in England.
Activists formed the British Society for Social Responsibility in Science. Many in the group had New Left politics and a strong commitment to Third World struggles, and also took a strong stand against British intervention in Northern Ireland. As well, in their Radical Science journal they took on the pseudo-science supporting racism and sexism in the mainstream media.
Scientist Marianne Craig remembers, "We were going to change the world, we were going to work together … We never went shopping on the weekend. We went to demos".
In the US, Science for the People was more openly left wing. "We were basically a load of shit-kicking folks, and we made sure our voices were heard", Al Wienrub recalls. The group argued that science was not neutral, but part of the "ideological and practical weapons used by the existing power structure both here and abroad, to justify racist and sexist oppression".
The group openly backed the Black Panther Party, while the New York branch helped the radical Puerto Rican group Young Lords organise a campaign against lead poisoning. Earlier they campaigned against IBM and Polaroid, which were integral to apartheid South Africa's passbook system. They exposed the effects of Agent Orange, a project that extended to Australia, where one activist scientist's research informed testimony for Vietnam veterans.
Science activists Steven and Hilary Rose, in The Political Economy of Science, write that, like any other workers who sell their labour to the capitalist class, science workers become alienated from their creations, from the products of their labour. But as their history has shown, they can also form part of the potential revolutionary forces within society when they organise and fight.


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No matter how driven we can all be there are times when you think what's the point? This can hit at any time without warning and the reason can be many and varied, but the way we achieve this is the same.
You have to be focused on something you don't want, you have to be physically slumped either as you sit or walk.
If this is how you are feeling today then STOP because what you are doing will get worse.
Take a moment to focus on all that you are grateful for, give yourself permission to smile for no reason and get active fast, walk, run, jump or dance.
What this simple process will achieve apart from strange looks in the office is a chemical change that will counter the low mood chemicals your current focus is creating.
Very quickly you will notice a change in how you feel, now is the time to focus on your goals and why you have them. If you have set amazing goals and you know all the feelings you will have when you achieve your goals then your motivation to get them will be huge.
Give this a try and let me know how you get on…


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Track Specs:
1.5 mile tri-oval
267 laps for 400.5 miles
18 degrees in the turns
11 degrees in the front stretch
5 degrees in the back stretch
Frontstretch: 2,400 feet
Backstretch: 1,700 feet
Pit Road Speed: 45mph
Pace Car Speed: 55mph
Grandstand Seating: 55,500 [was 69,000 and 75,000]
Opened: 2001
Track Websites & Social Media:
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Track Stats - Racing-reference.info
Track Records & Stats
2017 Race Winner: #78-Martin Truex, Jr., 145.401mph, started 3rd
Race Speed Record: Martin Truex, Jr., 9/17/2017, 145.401mph
Slowest Race Record: Kevin Harvick, 2001, 121.200
Oldest Winner: Mark Martin, 50 years, 6 months, 2 days, 7/11/2009
Youngest Winner: Kyle Busch, 23 years, 2 months, and 10 days, 7/12/2008
2017 Pole Winner: #18-Kyle Busch, 187.963mph, finished 15th
Track Qualifying Record: Joey Logano, 189.414mph, 9/13/2013
Oldest Pole Winner: Jeff Burton, 39 years, 0 months, 10 days, 7/09/2006
Youngest Pole Winner: Joey Logano, 23 years, 3 months, and 19 days, 9/13/2013
Worst Starting Spot to Win: Kevin Harvick, started 32nd, 7/2002
Most Wins: Tony Stewart, 3; Martin Truex Jr., Kevin Harvick & Brad Keselowski, 2
Most Poles: Jimmie Johnson, 2
Most Top 5s: Tony Stewart & Kevin Harvick, 8; Jimmie Johnson & Jeff Gordon, 7
Most Top 10s: Tony Stewart & Jimmie Johnson, 10; Kurt Busch, Jeff Gordon, Kevin Harvick, Ryan Newman, 9
Most Lead Changes: 25 - 9/15/2013
Fewest Lead Changes: 12 - 7/13/2003
Most Leaders: 16 - 9/15/2013
Fewest Leaders: 7 - 7/13/2003 & 9/17/2017
Most Cautions: 10, 7/15/2001, 7/10/2005
Fewest Cautions: 4, 7/10/2010, 9/16/2012, 9/18/2016, 9/17/2017
Most Caution Laps: 56, 7/15/2001
Fewest Caution Laps: 21 - 7/10/2010 & 9/17/2017
Most Finishers on a lead lap: 29, 7/12/2008
Fewest Finishers on a lead lap: 11 - 7/13/2003
Most Running at the Finish: 43 (all starters), 9/20/2015
Fewest Running at the Finish: 32 - 7/11/2004, 7/10/2005 and 9/16/2012
Most Laps Led: 195, Mark Martin, 7/11/2009
Fewest Laps Led by a Race Winner: 9, Denny Hamlin, 9/20/2015
Most Wins by Manufacturer: Chevy, 8; Toyota, 6; Dodge, 2; Ford, 1
Races won from starting pos 1: 1 (due to weather, not pole winner)
Track News and Announcements
R.A.C.E. donates more than $50,000 to Chicagoland organizations in 2018: Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway's charitable entity, Racing Advocates for Community Enrichment (R.A.C.E.), donated $52,809 in grants to 31 deserving Chicagoland community organizations in 2018 at today's seventh annual luncheon to honor those organizations.[More](12-7-2018)
Jim Cornelison returning to Chicagoland for National Anthem next year: Chicagoland Speedway announced today that Chicago's own Jim Cornelison will once again sing the National Anthem at this year's Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Overton's 400 on Sunday, June 30 for the seventh consecutive year. The iconic Cornelison is recognized and respected nationally for his unique rendition of the "Star-Spangled Banner." A classically-trained opera singer, Cornelison is known as the National Anthem's Gold Standard.[More](11-13-2018)
Kyle Busch won the Overton's 400 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway. The win is his 5th win of 2018, 2nd win at Chicago and 48th career win.
#42-Larson finished 2nd followed by #4-Harvick, #78-Truex, Jr., #14-Bowyer, #20-Jones, #11-Hamlin, #22-Logano, #2-Keselowski, and #88-Bowman.
Busch took the lead during the final pit stops of the day and held off Harvick for 35 laps before Larson moved to second. On the final lap, Larson got into the rear of Busch off turn 2, sending Busch into the wall. Busch returned the favor in turn 3, hitting Larson in the rear. Larson got loose and Busch got into the wall, but got to the finish line first.
Pole winner, #15-Menard, finished 13th.
Stage 1 was won by #10-Almirola. He finished 25th after dealing with a couple loose wheels.
Stage 2 was won by #4-Harvick. He finished 3rd.
There were 24 lead changes among 8 drivers and 5 cautions for 23 yellow flag laps.
The average speed of the race was: 140.636mph.
See unofficial race results, awards, laps led, cautions and more at:
Unofficial Race Results (pdf)
Cumulative Report (pdf)
Penalty Report (pdf)
See the Drivers Points Standings (pdf)
Owners Points Standings (pdf)
Charles "Peanut" Tillman to serve as honorary pace car driver at Chicagoland: The Bears legend will lead the field in Chicagoland Speedway's custom Toyota Camry pace car to start the Overton's 400.[More](6-27-2018)
NASCAR weekend at Chicagoland Speedway set with dozens of activities and entertainment: As race weekend rapidly approaches, Chicagoland Speedway would like to remind racing fans of the ample number of unique entertainment activities taking place as we celebrate the Stars and Stripes Weekend June 28-July 1.[More](6-26-2018)
I-Cash program to sponsor Cup pole qualifying at Chicago: Chicagoland Speedway announced today that the Illinois Treasurer's I-Cash program will return as the sponsor for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series pole qualifying on Saturday, June 30. Drivers will battle to start on the front row in the Overton's 400 which will take place on Sunday, July 1. I-Cash Pole Qualifying features a series of three knockout rounds in which the full field is trimmed to 24, then 12 before declaring the pole-sitter by the fastest speed in the final round.[More](6-21-2018)
Wakeboard Rail Jam set to perform during Chicago race weekend: Chicagoland Speedway announced today that Step Up Productions will bring their Wakeboard Rail Jam set up to the Stars and Stripes Weekend June 28 - July 1. Fans will get up-close and personal with the professional wakeboarders as they perform high-flying aerial tricks over the 50' gap that separates the takeoff and the 50,000 gallon landing pool[More](6-8-2018)
Chicago to host military honor ceremony: Chicagoland Speedway announced today that it will host a military Honor Ceremony during its Stars and Stripes weekend on Saturday, June 30 at 10 a.m. in Champions Park before the running of the NASCAR Xfinity Series Overton's 300. During this time, event attendees will pause from the fast-paced excitement of the weekend to honor those who serve. Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery Director Quincy McCall (formerly Quincy Whitehead), an Army veteran, will emcee the ceremony.[More](5-19-2018)
Chicagoland Speedway to honor military members Chicagoland Speedway announced today the multi-faceted plan to enhance the active military and veteran military recognition at this summer's Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Stars and Stripes weekend June 28 - July 1. Race fans will join the recognition of our country's service men and women with an omnipresent military theme woven into four days of racing as part of NASCAR Salutes.[More](4-11-2018)
Randy Houser in concert prior to Overton's 400 at Chicago: Chicagoland Speedway announced today that country music star Randy Houser will perform before the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Overton's 400 on Sunday, July 1. The Overton's 400 pre-race concert is presented by New Country, Chicago's BIG 95.5. Born and raised in Lake, Mississippi, Houser formed his own band at the age of 10, and eventually moved to Nashville to pursue a career in music. His recognizable booming, yet soulful voice has paved the way to appearances on Good Morning America, Jimmy Kimmel Live and a special performance on The Voice.[More](4-5-2018)
Jim Cornelison to perform National Anthem at Chicago: To celebrate National Anthem Day, Chicagoland Speedway today announced the return of Jim Cornelison who will belt "The Star Spangled Banner" at the Magnificent Mile and a Half. Cornelison is better known as the "Gold Standard" for his iconic rendition of the ballad. His performance will headline Chicagoland Speedway's patriotic tribute during the Stars and Stripes weekend June 28 - July 1, 2018.[More](3-3-2018)
Overton's to sponsor Chicagoland races: Chicagoland Speedway announced today that Overton's, America's Marine and Watersports Superstore, will serve as the entitlement sponsor for this year's NASCAR weekend June 29 - July 1. The three NASCAR National Series races at Chicagoland Speedway will affectionately be known as the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Overton's 225, the NASCAR Xfinity Series Overton's 300 and the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Overton's 400.[More](2-8-2018)
City of Joliet renews use agreement with Chicagoland Speedway: The city and Chicagoland Speedway have signed on for another 20-year relationship. The Joliet City Council on Tuesday approved a use agreement that officials said basically continues most of the terms of the original annexation agreements that brought two major racetracks into the city.[More](1-3-2018)
R.A.C.E donates nearly $75,000 to charitable entities in 2017: Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway's charitable entity, Racing Advocates for Community Enrichment (R.A.C.E.), donated $58,647 in grants to 21 Chicagoland area charities at their year-end luncheon, raising its total charitable gifts in 2017 to a R.A.C.E. record-setting $74,479.[More](12-11-2017)
#78-Martin Truex Jr. won the Tales of the Turtles 400 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway for his 5th win of 2017, 2nd win at Chicago (also won in 2016) and 12th career win. The win automatically advances Truex Jr. to the Round of 12 (or round 2) of the playoffs.
#24-Elliott finished 2nd (3rd career 2nd place finish, no win yet) followed by #4-Harvick, #11-Hamlin, #42-Larson, #2-Keselowski, #22-Logano, #48-Johnson, #20-Kenseth and #1-McMurray.
Pole winner, #18-Busch, had a few bad pit stops and finished 15th
#78-Truex Jr. Driver Points lead is 27 points over #42-Larson.
Stage 1 was won by #18-Busch, finished 15th
Stage 2 was won by #24-Elliott, finished 2nd
There were 12 lead changes among 7 drivers and 4 cautions for 21 yellow flag laps.
The average speed of the race was: 145.401mph.
See unofficial race results, awards, laps led, cautions and more at:
Unofficial Race Results (pdf)
Cumulative Report (pdf)
Pit Times (pdf)
Penalty Report (pdf)
See OFFICIAL race results & points standings on the Official Race & Points Report (pdf).
TheHouse.com to sponsor Chicagoland races: Chicagoland Speedway and TheHouse.com today announced a multi-year agreement as the entitlement sponsor for multiple levels of NASCAR races through 2019. The agreement begins with TheHouse.com as the entitlement sponsor of the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, TheHouse.com 225, and the NASCAR XFINITY Series, The House.com 300, on September 15 and 16, respectively. The multi-year agreement expands in 2018 and 2019 as TheHouse.com will own the race weekend by having the rights to all three NASCAR National Series races: NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, NASCAR XFINITY Series and the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series.[More](9-13-2017)
Chicagoland partners with PAWS Chicago to pay tribute to Earnhardt Jr. In recognition of Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s final season of full-time racing, Chicagoland Speedway has partnered with PAWS Chicago to pay tribute to his remarkable achievements both on and off the track. Taking Earnhardt's deep love for his dogs into consideration, a donation drive will be held in his honor during the NASCAR Cup Series weekend Sept. 14-17. All supplies collected for the Chicago-based animal shelter will be donated in the name of the acclaimed driver to support their efforts toward ending the overpopulation and euthanasia of homeless pets. In addition to the physical donation generated by NASCAR's loyal fan base, Chicagoland Speedway will make a monetary contribution in Earnhardt's name to commend his illustrious career. Chicagoland Speedway is enlisting the help of Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s passionate fan base in hopes of generating significant supplies for the many animals PAWS Chicago rescues each year including those saved during national disasters and tragedies like parts of our nation are currently facing.(Chicagoland Speedway)[Read More Here](9-12-2017)
Driver lineup announced for Tales of the Turtles 400 weekend: Cowabunga dude! Nickelodeon and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are again taking over the Chicagoland Speedway NASCAR race weekend. Nickelodeon is the entitlement sponsor of the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday, Sept. 17, dubbed the Tales of the Turtles 400. The track will feature a weekend of action, activities and fun for the entire family with the iconic Heroes in a Half Shell. Greg Cipes, the actor who voices Michelangelo in Nickelodeon's television hit Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, will participate in the weekend festivities, greet fans and serve as a pre-race dignitary. The 1.5-mile track will serve as the site of an epic weekend showcase for the new Tales of the Turtles TV season, which is titled Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles because it consists of seven separate serialized stories. The featured drivers include:
Monster Energy NASCAR Cup SeriesMatt DiBenedetto will carry the "Samurai" paint scheme on his Go Fas Racing Ford and Jeffrey Earnhardt for the "BeeBop" and "Rocksteady" on his Circle Sport Chevy.
NASCAR XFINITY Series Matt Tift will have "Lone Rat" and "Cub" on his Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota
NASCAR Camping World Truck Series John Hunter Nemechek will have "Undead Shredder" on his NEMCO Motorsports Chevy and Jennifer Jo Cobb will carry "Rebel Road" on her JJC Chevy. [More](9-4-2017)
Teams testing at Chicago: Ten Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series teams are scheduled to take part in a two-day organizational test Tuesday and Wednesday at Chicagoland Speedway in preparation for this season's playoff opener, set for Sunday, Sept. 17.[More](8-15-2017)
Two Chicago artists chosen in tie decision to design winner's trophy for Tales of the Turtles 400 Cup race: Good Details and Nickelodeon teamed up to kick off A Good Day for Play with an art showdown featuring six renowned Chicago-based artists. Max Sansing, Sentrock, Tubsz, E.LEE, Lisa Gray and JC Rivera faced off in a three-day competition to create custom Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles murals in their respective artistic styles and have an opportunity to design the trophy for the MONSTER Energy NASCAR Cup Series race Tales of the Turtles 400 at Chicagoland Speedway. The competition was tough, but the attendees and celebrity judges ended in a tie, selecting Tubsz and Max Sansing to co-design the trophy. Artist E. LEE will have his work featured on a trackside billboard. [More](8-9-2017)
Richard Petty to Celebrate his 80th Birthday at Chicagoland Speedway Chicagoland Speedway will offer an exclusive Richard Petty ticket offer to celebrate "The King's" 80th birthday for the September 17 race, the kick-off race to the NASCAR Monster Energy Cup Series playoffs. For $85, fans will receive one grandstand ticket, one infield fan zone pass and take part in a Q&A session with "The King". In addition, $5 of the proceeds for each ticket will benefit the Petty Family Foundation and Victory Junction.
Petty, whose birthday is July 2, will celebrate with a variety of events across the 2017 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series season. At Chicagoland Speedway, fans will kick off the event by singing a grandstand-wide Happy Birthday to Petty, the Hall of Fame driver and owner. In addition, fans will be encouraged to stand and give a round of applause on Lap 43 and then again on Lap 80.(Chicagoland Speedway)[Read More Here](6-2-2017)
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles returns for Chicago race entitlement: Chicagoland Speedway and Nickelodeon today announced that the number-one entertainment brand for kids is the entitlement sponsor of the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday, Sept. 17, dubbed the Tales of the Turtles 400 at Chicagoland Speedway. The announcement was made atop the 360 Chicago Observation Deck by Chicagoland Speedway President, Scott Paddock and Nickelodeon Senior Vice President of Sports Marketing, Anthony DiCosmo.[>More](4-28-2017)
Chicagoland special offer for fans if Dale Earnhardt Jr. wins Daytona 500: Chicagoland Speedway announced the release of all remaining inventory following the renewal period for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series weekend Sept. 14-17, 2017. All ticket levels and premium experiences are on sale now including Infield Fan Zone Pit Passes, Green Flag Garage and Legends Club. Not only are tickets now available for purchase, Chicagoland Speedway is presenting a limited-time offer where fans could enjoy a full refund. With this offer, fans who purchase a single-day NASCAR Cup Series ticket between now and the Daytona 500 will receive a complete refund following the race if #88-Dale Earnhardt Jr. earns the victory. Eligibility for "Winning with Dale" is limited to single-day Chicagoland Speedway NASCAR Cup Series purchasers in all sections of the grandstands by using offer code: 17DALE500 when logging onto chicagolandspeedway.com/dalejr500.(Chicagoland Speedway)(2-14-2017)
Truex, Jr. wins at Chicago: #78-Martin Truex, Jr. won the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 400 Sprint Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway for his 3rd win of the season, 1st win at Chicago and 6th career win. Truex, Jr. led 32 of the 270 laps. He lead early in the race, but had to pit under green for a tire going down. He spent much of the race a lap down before getting the free pass under the second caution. A late race caution brought most of the leaders down pit road where he got out of the pits ahead of #24-Chase Elliott, who had been leading the race.
Truex, Jr. now earns a spot in the Chase Round of 12 that begins at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
#22-Logano finished 2nd followed by #24-Elliott, #21-Blaney, #2-Keselowski, #11-Hamlin, #5-Kahne, pole sitter #18-Busch, #20-Kenseth, and #88-Bowman.
#48-Johnson led the most laps on the day - 118 - but was caught speeding on pit road under green flag pit stops. He finished 12th.
There were 17 lead changes among 9 drivers and 4 cautions for 22 yellow flag laps.
The average speed was 145.161mph.
See unofficial race results, awards, laps led, cautions and more [NOTE: money/winnings are no longer reported] at:
Unofficial Race Results page (pdf)
Lap Summary Report (pdf)
Penalty Report (pdf)
Pit Stop Times (pdf)
Unofficial Drivers Points Standings (pdf).
Unofficial Owners Points Standings (pdf).
Jim Cornelison to sing National Anthem at Chicago: NASCAR fans traveling to Chicagoland Speedway for the upcoming weekend will experience an abundance of amenities in addition to four days of action-packed racing. Fans of all ages will receive a fully-engaging NASCAR experience marked by the kick off for the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup as the green flag flies on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 400. For the fourth consecutive year, national anthem singer Jim Cornelison, who is better known as the "Gold Standard," will perform the "The Star Spangled Banner" to kick off the first race in the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup. Rounding out the pre-race pageantry will be a flyover from the 122nd Fighter Wing Unit for the Air National Guard which is fitting as Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016 is the 69th Anniversary of the U.S. Air Force.
Country music singer and songwriter Chase Rice will perform the pre-race concert for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 400. Rice worked on a NASCAR pit crew before moving to Nashville to pursue his career in music. Rice has a special passion for NASCAR, developed first through years of attending races while following his father's racing career and through his own career experience within the sport.
Champions Park is a family-friendly area open to all race fans, which includes live entertainment, the Kids Zone featuring appearances by the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, a social hub providing games and prizes as well as monuments dedicated to past winners. The park is recognized as one of the most impressive fan-interactive display areas on the motorsports circuit as it provides a park-like setting right next to the grandstands where all fans can enjoy entertainment and engaging activities in a party atmosphere before and after the race.
For $75, fans can purchase a grandstand ticket and entrance to the Let's Talk Food Fan Zone. Fan Zone Pit Pass holders are able to spend pre-race in the infield meaning that they are placed in close proximity to the pre-race concert and driver introductions. They are provided access to view the drivers' red carpet walk, participate in NASCAR personality question-and-answer sessions and visit Gatorade Victory Lane prior to the races.
National Highway Traffic Safety Association administrator Dr. Mark R. Rosekind will serve as Grand Marshal of the Drive for Safety 300 on Saturday, Sept. 17. Then, on Sunday, Sept. 20, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles voice actor, Greg Cipes, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles themselves and the kids of NASCAR will serve as Grand Marshals for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 400.(Chicagoland Speedway)(9-14-2016)
Illinois Treasurer's I-Cash program sponsoring Chicago pole day: Chicagoland Speedway announced that the Illinois Treasurer's I-Cash program will return as the sponsor for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series pole qualifying on Friday, Sept. 16. I-Cash Pole Qualifying features a series of three knockout rounds of qualifying with Sprint Cup drivers battling to start on the front row in the first race for the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup. Four days of racing action at Chicagoland Speedway will start on Thursday, Sept. 15 with I-Cash Pole Qualifying taking place on Friday followed by the American Ethanol e15 225 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series under the lights. In Illinois, the state treasurer is the custodian of unclaimed property, such as life insurance benefits, old bank accounts and unused rebate cards. The Treasurer's Office is currently safeguarding 2.5 billion dollars of unclaimed money, 28 million shares of stock, and the contents of thousands of safe deposit boxes. Frerichs' office never charges money to search the database or return unclaimed property.(Chicagoland Speedway)(9-6-2016)
Richard Petty joins Chicagoland's Legends Club: Chicagoland Speedway announced that Richard Petty will be inducted into the Legends Club this September as part of an action-packed four-day racing weekend for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 400, the first race in the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup kickoff. Legends Club has featured some of the most storied figures, families and personalities in the sport. This climate-controlled viewing suite offers an intimate setting with an all-inclusive package of beer and wine, plus two meals per day. Since its inception, the Legends Club has honored and recognized some of the most notable drivers in the sport, including Rusty Wallace, Richard Childress, Fred Lorenza, Dale Jarrett and Brett Bodine. On Saturday, Sept. 17 Legends Club will induct Petty, as he accepts his position in Chicagoland Speedway's history books. Tickets can be purchased online at ChicagolandSpeedway.com, by calling 888-629-RACE, through the Chicagoland Speedway mobile app, or by visiting the Chicagoland Speedway Administrative office.(PR)(8-30-2016)
NHTSA partners with Chicagoland for NXS race entitlement: Chicagoland Speedway announced the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration as the title sponsor for its NASCAR XFINITY Series Drive for Safety 300 on Saturday, Sept. 17. The NHTSA was established in 1970 as part of the Highway Safety Act. Its sole mission focuses on achieving high standards of excellence in motor vehicle and highway safety. Thus, there is no more perfect pair than NHTSA and NASCAR. In partnership with NASCAR, NHTSA has focused on promoting life-saving highway safety and vehicle safety messages with their Drive for Safety initiative. The program highlights topics including distracted driving, seat belts, tire safety, five-star crash ratings and recalls throughout the 2016 NASCAR season.(Chicagoland Speedway)(8-29-2016)
Testing at Chicago August 23rd, fans welcome: Chicagoland Speedway will host a NASCAR organizational test with several of the sport's top teams on Tuesday, August 23, and fans are invited to take part in this preview to the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup weekend at Chicagoland Speedway September 15-18. The drivers who are tentatively scheduled to participate in the organizational test are as follows:
#4-Kevin Harvick, #17-Ricky Stenhouse Jr., #18-Kyle Busch, #21-Ryan Blaney, #22-Joey Logano, #23-David Ragan, #31-Ryan Newman, #34-Chris Buescher, #44-Bryan Scott,
#48-Jimmie Johnson, #78-Martin Truex Jr. and #95-Michael McDowell (All drivers scheduled to attend are subject to change at the discretion of NASCAR and its teams).
With proof of their Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 400 ticket purchase, fans can watch their favorite drivers participate in the organizational test free of charge from between 1 and 4 pm. Fans are required to bring their printed tickets as proof of purchase. Those who plan on attending the test can enter the facility through Gate 1 off West Schweitzer Road. Once inside the facility, fans will be directed to park along the Midway directly in front of the main box office. The box office will be open to accommodate fans looking to purchase tickets prior to the start of the organizational test. Attendees will then use the elevators to access the third floor where they will now be able to walk outside and sit within a reserved section of grandstand seats. This exclusive opportunity will be open for those wishing to take in all the sights and sounds of stock car racing. In accordance with usual rules and regulation, fans are welcome to bring soft coolers containing refreshments and snacks for the event.
Lastly, a Chicagoland Speedway staff member will be available to escort a small group of fans every 10 minutes down near the front of the grandstands for a photo opportunity.
The Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup weekend at Chicagoland Speedway, Sept. 15-18, will begin on Thursday, Sept. 15 with the ARCA Racing Series followed by American Ethanol E15 225 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series under the lights on Friday night. On Saturday, Sept. 17, the NASCAR XFINITY Series will hit the track as the precursor to Sunday's NASCAR Sprint Cup Series showdown, the first race in the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup.(Chicagoland Speedway)(8-17-2016_
Chase Rice to perform the pre-race concert at Chicago: Ccountry music singer and songwriter Chase Rice will perform the pre-race concert for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 400, the first race in the Chase for The NASCAR Sprint Cup on Sunday, Sept. 18. Florida-born and North Carolina-raised, Rice played football on scholarship at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and worked on a NASCAR pit crew before moving to Nashville to pursue his career in music. Rice recently released "Everybody We Know Does," the first single from his highly anticipated, as-yet-untitled new album. His most recent RIAA Gold-certified album, Ignite the Night, debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's Top Country Albums chart and yielded a pair of Top 5 singles with the Platinum-certified "Ready Set Roll" and "Gonna Wanna Tonight." A dynamic artist and entertainer, Rice has toured with country music superstar Kenny Chesney and Dierks Bentley and will launch his fifth headlining tour, the Everybody We Know Does Tour, this fall. Special packages are available for Rice's biggest fans, including a $99 ticket upgrade which guarantees a place in the front row for the concert and also includes a Fan Zone Pit Pass (grandstand ticket not included). The Fan Zone Pit Pass is required to enter the infield for the concert.
For $75, fans can purchase a grandstand ticket and Fan Zone Pit Pass, which puts them in close proximity to the concert and provides access to driver introductions, a red carpet walk and the Infield Fan Zone. All fans with grandstand tickets will have the ability to view the concert from their grandstand seat.(Chicagoland Speedway)(8-2-2016)
Fans can take the train to Chicago race: Finding the fastest way to the track isn't always the easiest task, but fortunately for fans, Chicagoland Speedway has taken the guess work out of the equation for fans with a commute. Chicagoland Speedway will once again offer fans who are attending the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 400, the convenient and affordable Train-to-Track program for those who take either Metra or Amtrak trains. For just $5 each way, fans can take a short shuttle ride from Joliet's train station to Chicagoland Speedway. Recommended routes include the Metra Rock Island District service which riders can catch from any of the 25 stops along the way and the Amtrak to Joliet with service from St. Louis through Southern Illinois. Guests utilizing the Train-to-Track program will receive print-at-home tickets upon purchase and must reserve a specific time of departure to and from the race track. Upon arrival at the Joliet train station, a Chicagoland Speedway ambassador will greet fans outside and direct fans to a shuttle transporting fans directly to the track. The Chicagoland Speedway ambassador will be available to answer questions throughout the short trip to the track.(Chicagoland Speedway)(7-28-2016)
Chicagoland Speedway signs deal with Papa John's: Chicagoland Speedway announced a three-year contract with the region's Papa John's franchisees that makes the brand the official pizza partner and the only pizza served at the Joliet (IL) venue. The agreement marks a new sponsorship category for the speedway, one of 13 racetracks owned by International Speedway Corp. The track has previously served Chicago-based chains Giordano's Pizza at its concession stands and Connie's Pizza in its suites. But Papa John's has signed the track's first official marketing deal with a pizza chain, according to Chicagoland Speedway President Scott Paddock, who touts the value of a major brand helping to promote the track to its customers. "It's a national brand that sees the value of our platform," Paddock said. "Any time you can partner with consumer packaged goods companies or retail outlets that are going to extend our reach to consumers, that's huge." Chicagoland Speedway's week of NASCAR Sprint Cup events this year is Sept. 15-18, culminating with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 400, which kicks off Nascar's Chase for the Sprint Cup.(Crain's Chicago Business)(6-22-2016)
Jimmie Johnson family ticket package available at Chicagoland: Chicagoland Speedway announced that fans can purchase the exclusive Jimmie Johnson Family Ticket Package for this year's NASCAR Sprint Cup Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 400 race on September 18. This year's event at Chicagoland Speedway will be the first race in the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup, and Johnson has teamed up with NASA to provide an educational experience for kids with the NASA Rockets 2 Racecars STEM Education program. On race day, kids will learn the inherent similarities between rockets and racecars through STEM activities led by local teachers trained by NASA in the Rockets 2 Racecars curriculum. In addition to these activities, kids will also receive a 12 page activity booklet to explore throughout the remainder of race day. Finally, the ticket package will culminate with a Q&A session with Johnson who is no stranger to the science of speed lesson that is built into the program. The Jimmie Johnson Family Ticket Package is $48 for adults and $23 for children and is located in Section "L" at Chicagoland Speedway. Offer valid only on NASCAR Sprint Cup race day.(Chicagoland Speedway)(6-4-2016)
Chicago race will be the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 400: Nickelodeon announced that it is the entitlement sponsor of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race on Sunday, Sept. 18, dubbed the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 400 at Chicagoland Speedway. Danica Patrick has signed on to drive a special car for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 400, which will feature a weekend of action, activities and fun for the entire family with the iconic Heroes in a Half Shell. NASCAR star Danica Patrick, a Roscoe, Illinois native, helped kick off the partnership in true Turtles style. She unveiled her #10 April O'Neil/Nature's Bakery Chevrolet SS at an event at Wrigley Square in Millennium Park with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, then took her car for a spin down Michigan Ave. She will join a number of other drivers with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles paint schemes for the Sept. 18 race. This Sept. 15-18 marks the sixth consecutive year that Chicagoland Speedway will kick off the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup. The Nickelodeon partnership will include sponsorship of the 2017 kick off race, as well. Patrick's unique car was designed by Chicago artist Hebru Brantley, who will also design the race trophy, additional Turtles-branded paint schemes and other visual elements. Brantley breaks down the walls of cultural boundaries through his art and inspired by his 1980s Chicago upbringing, Brantley's work touches on tough subjects in a way that may be easily digestible to the viewer, by telling his stories through youthful characters and their adventures. Brantley's work can be described as pop infused contemporary art inspired by Japanese anime and the bold aesthetics of street art pioneers Jean Michel Basquiat, KAWS and Keith Haring.(Chicagoland Speedway), see an image of Patrick's car on the #10 team paint schemes page.(4-26-2016)
Chicagoland Speedway will remain first Chase race in 2016: Chicagoland Speedway announced that they will once again host the first race in the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup in 2016. The September 15-18 weekend will feature all three of NASCAR's premier series, with the addition of the ARCA Racing Series on Thursday night. For the sixth consecutive season, Chicagoland Speedway will kick off the first race in the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup, Sept. 15-18, with four consecutive days of action packed racing. As the entire "Chase Week" line up of activities in and around the Chicago area continues to grow year after year, the addition of the ARCA Racing Series on Thursday night under the lights will provide guests an even more action-packed, full week experience. The 2016 season will also mark the 15th Anniversary celebration of Chicagoland Speedway. Plans are underway to deliver an amazing lineup of event content and year-round programming for our fans to enjoy as part of this special celebration. Details will be shared throughout the coming months on events and activities tied to this milestone anniversary event. Tickets will go on-sale Monday, October 5 for the 2016 Season.(Chicagoland Speedway)(9-29-2015)
Chicago's standalone NXS race expected to move to Pocono: There is expected to be at least one significant change in the NASCAR Xfinity Series schedule next season. Chicagoland Speedway, which has hosted two Xfinity races since the 2011 season, will lose its standalone event in 2016, multiple sources confirmed to Motorsport.com. Officials with Chicagoland Speedway declined to comment. The standalone event at Chicagoland has typically been held during the summer. The track's second Xfinity race is held during its Sprint Cup Series weekend each September, which kicks off the championship Chase each season. Chicagoland's loss is expected to be Pocono Raceway's gain. Pocono is expected to add an Xfinity race to its compliment of NASCAR events, sources confirmed to Motorsport.com. The track currently hosts a weekend in June which includes Cup and ARCA races. Pocono's August race weekend already includes a Truck race along Cup and ARCA events. There are at least two important benefits for Pocono hosting an Xfinity race. First, the future of the track's IndyCar Series date remains uncertain and the race would serve to add another event to its calendar. Second, new series sponsor Xfinity is owned by Comcast Corp., whose headquarters is located in Philadelphia - less than a two-hour drive from Pocono.(Motorsport)(9-23-2015)
Hamlin wins at Chicago: #11-Denny Hamlin won the myAFibRisk.com 400 Sprint Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway for his 2nd win of the season, 1st win at Chicago and 26th career win. After starting 29th, the lowest of any Chase competitor, Hamlin spun on lap 2, and lost a lap, and restarted the race in 43rd. He eventually got his lap back and worked his way through the field. The team stayed on track during the final caution and he took the lead with 4 laps to go. He led just 10 of the 267 laps.
With the win, Hamlin automatically advances to the next round of the Chase.
#19-Edwards finished 2nd followed by #41-Busch, #31-Newman, #20-Kenseth, #22-Logano, #42-Larson, #2-Keselowski, #18-Busch, and #43-Almirola.
Polesitter #4-Harvick finished 42nd. He cut a tire down and spun into the wall after contact with #48 Johnson on a restart midway though the race. He had to go to the garage for repairs for more than 50 laps.
#20-Kenseth now leads the Chase points standings, 2 points over Hamlin.
There were 17 lead changes among 10 drivers. There were 6 cautions for 28 yellow flag laps.
The average speed was 140.117mph.
See unofficial race results, awards, money won, laps led, cautions and more on the Unofficial Race Results page (pdf) and check out the Penalty Report (pdf) and Lap Summary Report (pdf).
See UNOFFICIAL drivers championship points standings on the Unofficial Drivers Points Standings (pdf).
See the UNOFFICIAL owner points standings on the Unofficial Owners Points Standings page (pdf).(9-20-2014)
BRANT sponsoring Chicagoland backstretch: Chicagoland Speedway announced BRANDT, a leading agriculture retailer and manufacturer of agricultural specialty products, as naming rights sponsor of Chicagoland Speedway's backstretch. The BRANDT Backstretch will see its share of racing action during the upcoming Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup weekend, Sept. 18-20, as NASCAR's three premier series visit Chicagoland Speedway. The Springfield, Ill. based agricultural company, which also sponsors Riverton, Ill. native Justin Allgaier in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, is committed to bringing success to farmers around the world. For over 60 years, BRANDT has delivered a common theme: control. Today BRANDT offers growers around the world unlimited opportunity by supplying new technologies and innovative processes that help bring greater control against the uncertainties of nature. Through three complementary businesses focused on the global agriculture market, BRANDT strives every day to make growers more profitable and the world's food supply more secure.(Chicagoland Speedway)(9-16-2015)
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Letter from the acting director of APD Bryan Vaughan
A Host Home is a Non-Waiver service open to persons on the waiting list and all persons receiving assistance from Developmental Disabilities Medicaid Waivers. A Host Home will provide a homelike (non-treatment oriented) environment for those not in need of residential habilitation services, close continuous supervision, or for those who are not suited for supported living services.
The provision of any in-home waiver services ( such as: behavioral, in-home support, personal care, nursing, residential habilitation, and like ) is prohibited unless approved in emergency situations by the Area Administrator. This is not a shift work model or in-home staff model.
These homes are licensed "by APD" as three bed foster homes and the payment is made by the adult consumer in accordance with the currently established Room and Board rates for foster care placements. This rate is currently $543.42, or the federal SSI monthly benefit amount minus the personal needs allowance.
The Room and Board of $543.42 for children will be paid from Area room and board allocations, due to the limitations of Jenkins v. State. In some cases adults may not have sufficient SSI income to pay the entire rate. In those cases Areas will supplement the payment. Parental, trust fund and personal payment is allowed and encouraged. Partial months of residence will be prorated to the daily rate. The Areas will visit each home monthly unless exempted by future policy changes.
Normal background check requirements remain in place as do the non-waiver specific training requirements. The Areas will give priority to Host Home Family applicants for access to background screening and training. The Host Home Family will keep a monthly attendance log, facilitate persons to access school and work and provide assistance tracking and accessing medical and dental appointments. Each resident and host family will sign an agreement to be approved by the Area Administrator that details the boarding agreement. Persons will be carefully matched by the Areas to host homes in accordance with consumer and host family needs and desires. This matching process is critical to predicting the future success of the relationship.
The consumer is expected to have made clear arrangements for two weeks of respite annually. The area must ensure that the host parents have a back-up plan in place concerning personal emergencies. As indicated above, both children and adults are potential Host Home Program participants.
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Developmental Disabilities
Major Budget Issues
for the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD)
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Budget Conference
Agreement in millions
|*Across the board Waiver provider rate cut � Conference agreed to a 4% cut.
|*Cut South FL geographic rate differential � by 50% for Palm Beach, Broward & Dade; Monroe by more than 80% – Conference agreed to take no cut
|*Reduce service rates to �individual rates� vs. corporate rates. Affects companion & several other services – Conference agreed to take no cut
|*Freeze cost plans � Conference agreed to freeze
|*Cover Waiver deficit � Conference FY 2010-11 $169.2 mil and FY 2011-12: $54.5 million
|*Reduce private Intermediate Care Facilities for the DD (ICF/DD) – Conference agreed to a 3% cut.
Medicaid reform also passed on the last day of the session. It does not require that APD services be administered through a managed care organization. Before it passed, the tort reform provisions that would have limited the liability for providers were removed the bills. Tort reform will have to wait until next spring to be considered again.
Action Needed. Thank Rep. Grimsley and Hudson for advocating for our programs. These two individuals carrie d the banner for our programs in conference and worked hard on behalf of programs for people with DD.
Rep. Denise Grimsley (863) 385-5251 email@example.com
Rep. Matt Hudson (239) 417-6270
The struggle over the Health and Human Services (HHS) appropriations continued virtually to the last minute and was finally settled when the Senate agreed to fund several outstanding HHS is sues including partially funding next year�s APD deficit. These issues were, in reality, a priority mainly for the House and in the end, the House had to use some of their reserves to pay for them.
As it relates to APD, key members of the Senate leadership felt that they were rewarding an agency for not living within its budget.
In a way, you can understand the frustration that some legislators must feel about this issue. Legislators are the charged with appropriating funds and rightfully or wrongfully, they have been trying to reduce APD�s budget for several years. In the face of these reductions, APD has continued to over spend its budget which, from their point of a view, could be perceived as a statement of defiance. Much of the over spending can be tied to adding about 5,000 people to the waiver several years ago and not having the funds for those new consumers annualized in the following fiscal year. Federal regulations, giving consumers the right to appeal decisions about their cost plans, has also thwarted efforts to reduce costs. Unfortunately, there is no way to punish those who were responsible for the over annualization. Those leaders have left and the argument that reducing the amount available for services, only impacts consumers and providers has fallen on deaf ears.
There are a number of proposals being examined about how to reduce services beyond the 4% provider rate cut. One of those proposals is to use the iBudget algorithm to achieve the reduction. Others consider that priority should be given to individuals who, for instance, are in residential care since many no longer have their parents to help out. Decisions will need to be reached rapidly in order to have the full 12 months of the fiscal year to absorb the cuts. Waiting will just mean the cuts will need to be larger since there will be less time for them to be applied.
Given this, next fiscal year is going to be difficult and we are very likely to be facing another year of cuts in 2012 session. We must begin now to change the perception that everything turned out ok and that you can punish an agency by cutting its services. To do this we must thank those who have helped us and show that we appreciate what they have done. We must also cultivate new champions by educating legislators on what we do and how people are affected as a result of the cuts.
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Everything is in the Eye of the Beholder
by Christopher McFarland
Initially after watching the short film SIGHT, I felt a few different sensations: interest, fear, confusion and outright respect for the art in general. The film was directed by Eran May-raz and Daniel Lazo. The two had a great relationship and you can tell. This piece of work conjures the fears of modern society and the everlasting yearn for more.
SIGHT represents modern society and the loss of the masking of a person: nothing is secret! The statement "is there anything else on your profile that you didn't mention?" is something that I feel that happens on a daily basis, but it's not so overt nor is it normally accepted. I know in my life I have had people ask me, as introductory questions "how many friends do you have on Facebook?" Even, the ever so creepy office chit chat "you know, I was thinking of going to Aruba and I see on your profile, pictures from Aruba, can you recommend a spot to stay?" This is hilarious in my view of the world, but so realistically accepted in a general sense.
It is only a matter of time before there is a Layar covering our eyes. This would allow for people to have a life that is shown in the film. I have been using Layar, the program mentioned above, on my phone for about a year. It gives me super cool information: I can view police calls in the area, I can view Instagram photos being posted and I can even find a restaurant that is within walking distance. I look at my phone, point it at any direction and a map pops up along with icons that represent different things. Layar is persona so have chosen from a long list of Layars to be on my personal radar! It's awesome, but this in you eyes? Is this a reality?
As you know, the human eye is awesome: they can react to light, adjust to different objects, and return all this information to the brain at almost the speed of light. There are other things that come into play, but in the end, our eyes are what drive out perception of reality. In movies such as Terminator, characters have the ability to see the world through a digital field. Furthermore, in writings by science fiction author Vernon Vinge, the characters use contact lenses to connect with others. Eliminating cell phones and other digital devices: contacts are the mode of communication and perception. So, the idea of experiencing a superimposed reality projected over our biological eyes is nothing new to science fiction geeks. They will tell you " it's only a matter of time".
People at the university of Washington have gone even further with this and have been creating LED contacts that could project images over the biological eyes that we have. This idea of using LED lights in contact lenses is nothing too far away from reality. Check out the link below to a video where a man explains the reality of this technology.
A researcher comments on the idea of having LED in contacts and I think he has a very valid point, "You won't necessarily have to shift your focus to see the image generated by the contact lens," they continue "it would just appear in front of you and your view of the real world will be completely unobstructed when the display is turned off."
I will say the movie takes a complete turn. Initially it is aesthetically pleasing, animated beautifully and the characters seem to be associated with reality. Its main focus is to show how seamless life can be if we were to live this futuristic technology. But, it reminds us, in a creepy way, of how this can be abused. The film shows both aspects: the sheer amazement and the pitfalls of such a culture.
I would advise you to watch the film with friends and have a discussion after the experience. It various implants ideas: have we gone too far? Is far enough? Is society happy right now? Is there more information the brain can take in? I thought the film was eye opening, no pun intended! Without further delay I present SIGHT.
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AJ says:
Friday, September 21, 2012 at 6:26am
woo hoo! unbelievable! would like to try out living like this.
Jacqueline says:
Wednesday, October 17, 2012 at 9:54am
Yes, fear. I think this is the feeling I have about it so far
travis fabian says:
Thursday, October 18, 2012 at 5:55am
jaqueline, it is simply as frightening as everything that is new. these technologies are our future


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Walnut High School student passes away
Walnut High School lost a freshman on Tuesday evening, Oct. 10.
The 14-year old was a part of the Academic Foundations program and a member of the Mustang Singers.
He had previously attended Evergreen Elementary School and South Pointe Middle School before coming to Walnut.
His funeral service, held on Thursday, Oct. 19, was attended by family, WVUSD teachers and friends.


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Muh Boli Shaadi 17th March 2015 Written Episode Update
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Anmol comes to Nikhil's house silently and tries to steal the newspaper. Ratan Singh fumes saying newspaper have not come today. Pratap says he will enquire with the other neighbor. Nidhi tells them that the newspaper is not delivered today in their locality. Ratan Singh calls the newspaper editor, but his phone is unavailable. Bua ji catches Anmol and asks her to return the newspaper. Anmol refuses, apologizes and runs. Bua ji goes inside, shouting Ashok about the newspaper theft. Anmol comes inside and collides with Pratap. He asks from where you are coming? Anmol says she is coming from jogging as she needs to be fit. Pratap says he is really worried about the newspaper. Nidhi comes and tells that she told Pratap that newspaper is not delivered in their locality. She says may be there went on a strike. Chacha comes and says he went on a walk so brought the newspaper. Anmol and Nidhi get tensed. Bua ji informs Ashok that the neighbor's girl had stolen……..Ashok doesn't listen to her and leaves.
Bua ji tries to wake up Akhil and Sahil. She tells that Anmol snatched newspaper from her hand. She then wakes up Nikhil and tells him that Anmol snatched newspaper from her hand. Nikhil says I understand, why you are raising your BP and asks her to make tea for him. Bua ji asks him to teach a lesson to Anmol. He agrees and thinks he have to talk to Anmol.
Ratan Singh laughs seeing Nikhil's photo with the girl (Anmol) and praises Pratap. Chachi praises Pratap's photography. Pratap says it would have been enjoyable if the girl's face is shown. Ratan Singh says he will ruin Pandit's respect through this photo. Ratan Singh's wife says this doesn't suit us. Chacha also says the same. Ratan Singh says it is tit for tat. I have decided what to do. Anmol and Nidhi get tensed. Anmol tries calling Nikhil. Ashok sells the old newspaper for Rs. 15. Dadi bua brings newspaper and says Anmol will be punished for stealing our newspaper. Ashok starts reading the newspaper. He then folds the newspaper and sells that paper too for Rs. 2. Ashok calls Akhil as they have to go to Minister's place.
Nikhil tries to stop Ashok and says he got Anmol's message that his photo is published in the newspaper. He thinks how to stop this news. Ashok and Akhil come out of their house and sees neighbors applauding for them. Ashok thinks they are applauding as he is going to do havan at Minister's place and shares it with Akhil, laughs. He sees Ratan Singh and his family and says they are also standing in line. Pratap says you are so wrong. He asks everyone to welcome namesake pandit and his family. Everyone claps again. Pratap says father is brahmin, son is christian, their family is unique. Anmol and Nikhil are tensed. Ashok asks what is this nonsense.
Ratan Singh says you do the puja to get money and your son takes a girl to church. He tells you are just pretending to be a pandit. Ashok says this is not true. They have to spoil their reputation and says his values are running in his sons' blood. The neighbors asks him to stop it and throws the newspaper. Akhil gets shocked seeing Nikhil's photo with a girl in church. Ashok is shocked to read the headlines, Pandit's son in Church. Nikhil is guilty. Ashok couldn't believe and turns to Nikhil. Bua ji asks Ashok what they are saying. Ashok tells you went to the church being a pandit's son. Nikhil nods with his head low and says he didn't change the religion. Neighbor says his religion is to roam with girls. They say they are betrayals. Ashok is upset as his religion is questioned because of him. Nikhil says I won't do anything which makes you feel insulted. Ratan Singh asks Ashok to question Nikhil about the girl. Anmol gets tensed.
Ashok asks Nikhil to get out of his house. He announces that he is bidding bye to his elder son from his house. Everyone get shocked.
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Re: Pick Of The LitterWednesday, August 26th, 2009
In today's comic we learn that there is a test to become a member of the Juan In A Million fan club. Kuno and Momo are the only two who could pass the test, proving their skill and prowess. In real life, I'm trying to pass some tests I've given myself, to get better at phtography, and the myriad other skills necessary to perhaps one day do this for a living. The baby steps have already started, and by next year I should be well on my way to getting some of my larger goals and projects together.
Speaking of next year and projects, if I play my cards right and get organized I'll be doing a photography/webcomic experiment/project/thing. I'm keeping it cryptic for now, and for a while, but Amu's World readers will be the first to know if and when I get moving on it. Keep in mind this will not effect THIS comic at all. It will continue as long as I keep having fun doing it.
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2016 is behind us and we look ahead. We find future bright . Future is for us to make what we want it to be. With Beauty and wellness industry poised to grow in leaps and bounds , there is no doubt FUTURE IS HERE. Here's wishing all a very happy new year Team LTA. http://ift.tt/2iQdM6c
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Police Search for Missing Sioux Falls Teen Last Seen Thursday
Authorities are asking for your help in finding 15-year old Cassie Hulscher of Sioux Falls. She is a student at Roosevelt High School and didn't arrive for school Thursday morning (October 11) and has been missing since 7:30am Thursday.
Cassie is 5'4" tall and weighs about 100 pounds. She has shoulder length red and blonde highlighted hair. She may have cut her hair chin length and dyed black however.
If you have any information, please call the Sioux Falls Police Department at 605-367-7212. Or you can call Get N' Go at 605-338-7676 and choose option 8. The information left there will be given to her parents.
***A search party is being formed Saturday morning. If you'd like to volunteer, please call 605.868.1522


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Alejandro wrote:Hello.
My question is, what rules are you using for playing?
Here, the gamers are using FoG (Field of glory).
I don't like rules with a lot of miniatures and I prefer skirmish rules.
Have you got any rules for playing skirmish for the medieval period?
Guynemer wrote:I'm writing some rules for Napoleonics and Medieval/Ancient.
As soon as they're done, I'll make a topic and anyone who wants them is more than welcome (they will be free of course).
Only a few pages long, and very simple.
Fenton wrote:I havnt played them but these rules get the vote of approval from many many people
The good thing about them is that once you buy the basic set you can get add on's for all sorts of historical and fantasy periods


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Oh my, this was one amazing bake - a classic British pudding in cake form! I was lying in bed wide awake early last Saturday, hubby was snoring (which is quite usual after a couple of pints on a Friday night) and my 18 month old was wedged in between us after a long night of chickenpox itchies! There was no way I was going back to sleep so I started thinking about the bucket of Bramleys I'd collected from our apple tree the day before and what I could do with them. Immediately thoughts turned to the usual crumble and pie recipes and as much as I love them (crumbles especially), I was getting a little bit bored of churning the same puddings out every weekend.
Problem was I wasn't ready to forgo my usual weekend treat combo of tart bramley apples and sweet creamy custard - there is just something so comforting about those flavours. Roll on a few more minutes and a bit of sniffing around the web and I came up with the idea of an apple crumble and custard cake....and there it was born.
The loaf cake is made using the rubbing in method, the same method that you would use to make your usual crumble topping and it keeps the cake lovely and moist. The creamy custard buttercream (and what a revelation that was) was whipped up in no time in my trusty Kitchen Aid and the almondy crumble topping was another quick rubbing in jobby and a blast in the oven. For a cake that tasted so good, it really was very simple.
Before I take you to the recipe I must also mention my little epiphany moment with the buttercream icing. For all my years of baking I've only ever used unsalted butter in buttercream. On this occasion though all I had was a block of salted butter in my fridge....and the result was just a bit WOW. That sweet salty flavour sensation gets me every time and I'll most definitely be using the salted variety in buttercream from now on. How did I not realise this before?!
The apple cake keeps pretty well for 4 or 5 days in an airtight tin...but I guarantee it wont last that long! Ready for the recipe yet? Read on......
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Yield: 8 slicesAuthor: Beth SachsPin it
Apple Crumble and Custard Loaf Cake
prep time: 20 minscook time: 55 minstotal time: 75 mins
A yummy apple cake with creamy custard icing and crumble topping
- 140g Butter, cubed
- 250g Self Raising Flour
- 1 TSP Mixed Spice
- 140g Light Muscavado Sugar
- 3 Eggs, beaten
- 2 Bramley Apples, peeled and cut into small cubes
- 5 TBSP Milk
- For the Crumble Topping:
- 30g Plain Flour
- 10g Ground Almonds
- 25g Butter, cubed
- 25g Caster Sugar
- For the Custard Icing:
- 100g Salted Butter
- 200g Icing Sugar
- 20g Custard Powder
- 30ml Milk
- Preheat the oven to 180°c (160°fan) and line a 2lb loaf tin with baking paper as well as a small baking sheet.
- For the cake rub the butter and flour together until you get breadcrumbs then stir through the mixed spice and sugar.
- Beat in the eggs, bramley apples and milk then spoon into the loaf tin and bake for 55 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
- Whilst the cake is in the oven make the crumble topping. Rub the flour, ground almonds, butter and sugar together until you get a rubble type mixture. Place the mixture onto the lined baking sheet and put into the oven for the last 30 minutes of the cake baking.
- Once the cake and crumble topping are cooling, make the icing. Put the butter and icing sugar into a stand mixer and mix at a high speed until creamy and smooth. Dissolve the custard powder into the milk then beat this in on a high speed. Pipe onto the cooled cake then sprinkle with the crumble topping.
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#61 KatA Lucky Horseshoe they also run a etsy shop called aluckyhorseshoe so you can buy these lovely decals from either place. Along when placing a order you get to pick colors and fonts on how you want your decal to look.
I am truly impressed with the story behind A Lucky Horseshoe. It is ran by a 14 year old beginning business person and with the help from her parents she was able to start her own business. She is then turning around and saving her money for college. Where she love horses that is why she named her shop "aluckyhorseshoe." She also volunteers at a horse rescue. It is amazing to hear young people doing something positive for themselves and the future.
When I was choosing the wall decal I wanted it was actually really hard. In the end my final decision was between something for my little girl or my little boy. I chose my little boy because I am getting ready to in April redo her whole room so I went with my little boy. I chose the Removable vinyl crazy splat attack decals which he loves and they are really cool looking. When I first got them I will be honest a little confused on the process. So, I took a deep breath, set down and read the instructions. To my surprise after reading the instructions and doing the wall decals, it was actually really simple. Hubby did try to help but I ended up taking over. There was a total of 16 individual paint splatters to put up in the package I chose.. Once I got in the groove of the whole process I was done before I knew it and it turned out great. My little boy really liked this since his walls were white and not much going on in his room on the walls this really elevated his room and made it really cool looking well that is what he said lol.
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This new hike-and-raft expedition is unique and exciting. Discover the newly acquired state lands in the central Adirondack town of Indian Lake with Square Eddy. This combination trip begins with an intermediate hike to the top of one of New York's tallest waterfalls, OK Slip Falls.
The trail arrives at spot with a spectacular bird's eye view of the cataract. Feel the energy of the falls and enjoy this special place before heading down the trail to the Hudson River to meet your raft. This adventure is fun for hikers, rafters, waterfall lovers and all that enjoy the outdoors.
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How do I Remove MR2 Spyder Headlights?
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Central Motors, a division of Toyota, produced the MR2 Spyder from 1984 to 2003. The headlights on your Toyota MR2 Spyder are important to your safety. A burnt-out headlight not only decreases your own ability to see at night---it also decreases other drivers' ability to see you at night.
A burnt-out headlight could also cost you in the form of an expensive traffic ticket.
Open the hood of your MR2 Spyder, and put your key in the "Off" position.
Find the back of the burnt-out headlight assembly, and unplug the electric connector. Depress the plastic tabs on the sides of the connector with your fingers to loosen it; if you cannot do so with your fingers, press the tabs with a screwdriver.
Remove the rubber cover from the bulb socket, and release the retaining spring by pushing it inward.
Pull the bulb directly out, and put in the new bulb.
Replace the rubber cover, then click the retaining spring back into place.
Reconnect the electrical connector to the back of the headlight assembly.
- "2001 Toyota MR2 Spyder Repair Shop Manual"; Toyota Motor Corporation; 2002
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October 4, 2009 10:35 PM
Waikiki, HIWaikiki, HI
As Rails continues to gain popularity, and the community behind it matures, Rails is thrust into domains of increasing complexity. As anyone who's been developing in Rails for a while knows, Ruby and Rails are particularly good tools for modeling this complexity. However, very little emphasis has been placed on how to manage this complexity. "Domain-Driven Design" is a set of principles, patterns, and practices (detailed in a book of the same name) that help developers manage the complexity that comes along with working on large projects in interesting domains. The two ideas that I will focus on are Aggregates and Bounded Contexts. I will cover such topics as 1) your 1400 line user.rb - why it sucks and what to do about it, 2) management in the small: breaking up objects, designing aggregates, or, why not all entities are created equal, and 3) management in the large: identifying bounded contexts. This talk is intended for developers working on longer-term, larger applications that are running in production and providing value to the business. I think the ideas in it start to become useful when a Rails app hits the 10k line mark, and are crucial for managing complexity beyond the 30k line mark. It's an advanced topic and is meant as high-level design and architecture (implemented in real code though!!)
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Lomas set to make changes
Millwall manager Steve Lomas is set to shuffle his pack for the clash with Nottingham Forest.
Lomas hinted he would make changes following Saturday's 3-0 defeat at Leicester, with Andy Keogh, Lee Martin and Steve Morison all in contention for a start.
Nicky Bailey should return after missing out at the weekend through suspension, while on-loan Leicester striker Martyn Waghorn is available after being ineligible against his parent club.
Lomas has a doubt over Liam Trotter, who has missed the last two games with a groin problem.
Jamaal Lascelles' suspension has added to Nottingham Forest's defensive problems ahead of the trip.
Lascelles received his fifth yellow card of the season during the home defeat to Reading on Friday night and the academy product will serve a one-match ban at The Den. He joins fellow central defenders Kelvin Wilson (back) and Danny Collins (ankle) and full-back Chris Cohen (knee), all of who are long-term absentees, on the sidelines.
It may mean that Greg Halford, who is nearing a return to fitness after a recent injury, is brought back sooner than expected, although on-loan Chelsea midfielder Nathaniel Chalobah is capable of playing at centre-half.
Andy Reid could start after making his return from a hamstring injury as a substitute against Reading while fellow midfielder David Vaughan is also nearing full fitness after a knock.
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Last week I went 'home' to Lancashire to see my parents for a few days taking the 2 youngest boys along for a bit of a holiday. I haven't lived there for over 20 years, since I left University, but I still consider it to be home and am proud to be a Lancashire Lass who hasn't lost her accent, or love for meat and potato pies and chips with gravy.
We spent quite a bit of time just chilling out at Mum and Dad's, playing in the garden, swimming and doing local walks. I went to visit my brother's grave as it is nearly 3 years since he died. He is in a lovely spot next to fields and it is a really peaceful place although it still upsets me to think that his life was so short; he died at the age of 37.
Towards the end of the week I took Mum and the Littlest to Sizergh Castle, a National Trust property on the edge of Kendal. Sizergh is a medieval property set in beautiful countryside at the gateway to the Lake District. It is still lived in by the Strickland Family and boasts a lot of ancient wood panelling some of which was in the V&A until it was returned to the house in 1999. You aren't allowed to take photos inside the house and although there were some interesting artefacts it wasn't my favourite NT property. I found it a bit dark and gloomy and it was very draughty.
In the gardens there is a lot to see, and I would definitely recommend a visit during the Summer to see the Herbaceous Borders and the walled Kitchen Garden which looked very bare when we were there, because of the time of year. However, Littlest loved the very scary Scarecrow 🙂
He also loved pulling faces at his reflection in the water tank
We loved the hens, especially the Lemon Cuckoo Neiderrheiner Cockerel who was strutting his stuff
and generally running around to keep warm on what was a very cold day
After lunch we went into Kendal to visit Williams Wools, a lovely wool shop on the High St which is owned by Adrienne Williams
Th shop is a lovely haven of yarnie goods..there are local hand dyed yarns, as well as Rowan, Arancunia, Noro and many other brands. There is a really comfy sofa area in the middle of the shop and lots and lots of samples on display for inspiration
I bought two skeins of Botany Lace to make a striping shawl, the variegated mustard yellow/grey in the middle and the solid mustard yellow on the right
It was a lovely few days in a lovely part of the world.
Kirsty x