Thank you to everyone who was able to make it to the Statewide Housing Conference earlier this month! It was an informational and inspiring event, and I hope the attendees walked away with at least one more tool to do their jobs or live their lives to the greatest extent. I enjoyed getting to visit with many of you and that’s really my favorite part of the conference every year. I learn from each of you and truly value your friendship and partnership.
If you weren’t able to attend, I want to invite you to consider it again next year and help us to make the conference a valuable experience for everyone. We are always looking for input on what sessions and speakers would be of interest to you or any other feedback that would make the conference better. It is your conference and we truly want to know your opinion.
We are now at half-time of the legislative session and are gearing up for quick action on housing issues. Our agency’s budget bill, as approved by the Senate, also includes reauthorization of the Housing Incentive Fund with $5 million in tax credits to capitalize it, as well as the creation of a new homeownership loan fund for essential service workers. There is $500,000 in tax credit authority to capitalize that fund. The hearing for that bill is scheduled for first thing after the cross-over break – 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 1.
This legislative session has been chalk full of tough decisions for lawmakers. With reduced revenues, they haven’t had the luxury to fund everything they want. We feel extremely fortunate that the Senate saw the value of these housing programs, but we still have another half to go and I don’t want to count my chickens before they hatch.
We will continue to monitor and provide the background information legislators need to make the best decisions on housing issues. If you want to follow the legislative process, you can do that by visiting the Legislative Assembly website.
Again, thank you to those who attended the conference and congratulations to our Champions of Affordable Housing! I look forward to seeing you all again next year…if not much sooner.


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I read about some new research study weekly that tells of the detriments of inflammation on the body.
Inflammation is not good for anyone but it is definitely not good for a person with an autoimmune disease! It is a battle that daily needs to be waged. Never fear, my list of anti-inflammatory essential oils will help you!
But how to do it? That is the question!
It is important to realize that the world we live in is full of contaminants. Many people can battle these man-made substances successfully but not the person with an autoimmune disease. Our exposure to heavy metals and environmental pollution overload our immune system. Some people can battle with pesticides, herbicides, chemical fertilizers, industrial wastes, cigarette smoke, and automobile exhaust but the autoimmune person’s body views any foreign substance in our body as an enemy and gets confused and our body starts attacking ourselves! Our air, water, and food in the United States are full of toxic substances. We must be vigilant where others can be less so.
There is no doubt that these toxins play a role in immune dysfunction. Even substances considered by most people as safe impair immune function. Even my beloved sugar wreaks havoc on the ability of white cells to destroy what it is supposed to destroy. Sugar in any form is bad for the individual with an autoimmune disease.
Autoimmune diseases are characterized by the body’s immune responses being directed against its own tissues, causing prolonged inflammation and subsequent tissue destruction. Autoimmune disorders can either cause immune-responsive cells to attack the linings of the joints (resulting in rheumatoid arthritis) or trigger immune cells to attack the insulin-producing islet cells of the pancreas (leading to insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus).
A healthy immune system recognizes, identifies, remembers, attacks, and destroys bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, cancer cells, or any health-damaging agents not normally present in the body. A defective immune system, on the other hand, wreaks havoc throughout the host by directing antibodies against its own tissues.
Any disease in which cytotoxic cells are directed against self-antigens in the body’s tissues is considered autoimmune in nature. Such diseases include, but are not limited to, celiac disease, Crohn’s disease, pancreatitis, systemic lupus erythematosus, Sjogren’s syndrome, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, and other endocrinopathies. Allergies and multiple sclerosis are also the results of disordered immune functioning.
Thanks to Life Extension for this excellent explanation of autoimmune disease.
Now what to do about it…
Today, we will address only one area of helping the person with an autoimmune disease. How to reduce the inflammation in your body using essential oils. Each oil provides the living essence of its source, gently distilled from plants that are nurtured and carefully harvested. Essential oils can be used individually or blended for personalized essential oil therapies.
Let me tell you my own testimony about how essential oils have helped me. I have had some autoimmune diseases my whole life…I just was not diagnosed. About a year and a half ago I had a HUGE Autoimmune flare up. It put me flat on my back, in bed and out of commission. I went to my Rheumatologist every two weeks for months and nothing was improving. I couldn’t take the drugs they wanted to put me on because of my glaucoma. I started to research…reading tons of medical research! That was the beginning of my LOVE for essential oils. To say I am thankful for my essential oils would be an understatement! I call it hope in a bottle because it has given me hope that I don’t have to live in pain…I am helping myself with my symptoms as well as addressing the root issues of autoimmune disease! Check out my daily essential oil routine.
I use most of these oils topically and through the use of a diffuser. I use several internally and for the record Peppermint is my “go to” oil!
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*These statements have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Pregnant or lactating women and persons with known medical conditions should consult a physician prior to the use of essential oils.
Janelle Esker is the grateful wife of Michael and homeschooling mother of six amazing children. She lives with her family, 4 cats, 1 dog, 3 ducks and 12 chickens in scenic Ohio. Janelle received her B.A. in Education from Ohio Northern University. She is the author of CHOSEN: One Family’s Journey with Autism.

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Atmospheric aerosols are composed of solid and liquid particles suspended in the air. Their presence influences transfer of solar radiation through the atmosphere as well as the characteristics of clouds. Aerosols are an important climate shaping factor while also influencing individual human health and the overall wellbeing of a population. The formation and evolution of aerosols are being extensively studied. A number of techniques have been proposed to monitor their spatial and temporal variability, including in-situ measurements at the ground level and remote sensing to provide information about the vertical distribution of particles and vertically integrated properties of aerosols. The key question from both scientific and economic points of view is which measurements are crucial for reliable monitoring and suitable forecast of the variability of aerosol properties and how dense should an aerosol monitoring network be. We propose a synergistic, multi-technique approach to assess the impact of in-situ, remote sensing, and integrated measurements on hybrid retrieved profiles of atmospheric aerosol properties.
To this end, the project will utilize a holistic approach with a broad range of measurements, conducted on a sub-regional scale, combined with advanced numerical techniques to retrieve consistent properties of aerosols throughout the troposphere. The research in the project is organized around three objectives devoted to multi-instrumental observations, data analysis, data integration in numerical analysis framework, and representativeness of hybrid profiles for a broader area.
An independent approach to aerosol data integration is being developed as a Generalized Retrieval of Atmosphere and Surface Properties (GRASP) software. It is a unified software package developed to retrieve atmospheric properties from multiple sources, which include remote sensing and in-situ measurements of atmospheric radiation and optical properties. It utilizes various combinations of collocated active (LIDAR) and passive (sun-sky photometer) remote techniques with in-situ measurements of aerosol to retrieve profiles at a single measurement point. These suffer from the problem of high uncertainty of LIDAR profiles retrieved close to the instrument where high aerosol concentrations are often found. To mitigate this problem ground-based in-situ measurements may be combined with LIDAR and sun-sky photometer data within GRASP retrievals. This approach allows a significant improvement in the reliability of the retrieved profiles however the transition from ground level to full overlap range (a few hundred meters between the surface and lower boundary of LIDAR’s measurement) is still uncertain.
The gap between surface in-situ measurements and lower boundary of ground-based remote sensing will be breached with airborne, in-situ measurements from UAVs. The measurement will include atmospheric physical properties (pressure, temperature, humidity) and aerosol concentration and size distribution. The incorporation of UAV based measurements into the GRASP algorithm, planned during the project, will require adaptation of existing code as well as its further development in collaboration GRASP community and assistance of this international team. The result of this joint research will be shared on the GRASP-open webpage as a new branch of the code that will be available for other researchers. Moreover, the measured data will be analyzed and published together with the international GRASP team.
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In the novel, Halreed uses an anti-air laser to intercept the chaff missile fired by the Break Carrier, as all of the Bright Hopper's weapons are laser-based.
In the novel, upon realizing the Break Carrier's aiming method, Quenser advises Milinda to try to blow the chaff cloud away with her plasma cannons. However, the holes she opens in the cloud are not enough to prevent the Break Carrier from shooting her. Quenser then screams at Milinda to run away like in the anime.
In the novel, Bilany Saronno contacts Froleytia instead of Heivia, informing them of Heivia and the Baby Magnums status. The conversation about her plan goes the same, and afterwards Heivia contacts them.
In the novel, Quenser picks up a PDW instead of a handgun.


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American Forest & Paper Association Releases November 2020 Containerboard Monthly Report
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WASHINGTON — The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its November 2020 Containerboard Monthly report. Total Containerboard production in November increased two percent compared to November 2019. It was up four percent when compared to the same 11 months of 2019.
November 2020 production of containerboard for export decreased six percent compared to the same month last year; it was up 13 percent year-to-date.
The containerboard operating rate was 93.3 percent, essentially flat (-0.4 pts.) from November 2019 and up 2.5 points year-to-date.
Mill inventories of containerboard at the end of November increased 39,000 short tons from the previous month and were down 2,000 short tons compared to November 2019.
NOTE: Beginning in 2021, AF&PA will publish the Containerboard reports on a quarterly basis; the reports will still contain the monthly data. The first report with 2021 data will be published in April 2021. Please contact firstname.lastname@example.org with questions.
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A number of modern systems that are designed to make driving easier may actually be placing drivers in danger, according to a new study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. A USA Today news report points to the study, which states features in vehicles such as adaptive cruise control and lane-assist technologies lull drivers into letting their guards down thereby putting them at a greater risk of a car accident.
When used properly, the technologies help keep drivers safer. However, what researchers are finding is that many drivers place too much trust in the systems. The results of this study become even more important as the auto industry sinks more money into researching autonomous and semi-autonomous vehicles, which boast a lot of these features.
Drivers Could Get Complacent
Evidence increasingly suggests that drivers often don’t properly use or even understand partially automated driving systems. Researchers said one of the main objectives of this study is to raise awareness among drivers that these systems merely support systems and drivers should always remain alert and attentive, even if they have these features in their vehicles.
For example, adaptive cruise control maintains a safe distance between vehicles by automatically accelerating or slowing down with the driver’s help. Lane-keeping assist technology helps drivers stay in their lane with a vibration of the steering wheel when the car begins to drift. However, both of these systems require drivers to remain alert and keep their hands on the wheel.
According to AAA, drivers who are less familiar with these modern systems, are likely to get complacent or even distracted. Researchers studied a wide range of vehicles including the Tesla Model S, Acura MDX, Ford Fusion, Honda Accord, Jeep Cherokee and the Hyundai Sonata.
There is No Replacement to Attentiveness
Our car accident attorneys believe safety features such as lane-keeping assist are important. However, the auto industry needs to do a better job of making motorists more aware of the limitations of such systems. While these are sophisticated systems, they often lack the ability to make complex decisions in real-life situations. Automakers who come up with these types of technologies and other semi-autonomous features need to market them appropriately. Otherwise, we are likely to see more drivers being lulled into a false sense of security over the belief that these systems will keep them safe.


MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 India Launch Soon
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MV Agusta is among the most hallowed names in the motorbike world. The fabulous Italian brand has an envious racing history and ever since its revival in the 1990’s, it has been building among the most desired motorcycles on planet earth. MV Agusta bikes are celebrated for their drop dead gorgeous looks, blistering performance on track and the “riding experience” which makes every outing on it a memorable one. One aspect that the brand never focused on was being practical, as it always built performance bikes that were designed to tear the racetracks. But with changing trends in the world of motorcycles, MV Agusta took a brave decision and uncovered the Turismo Veloce 800 at the 2013 EICMA motorcycle show in 2013.
The new MV Agusta Turismo Veloce holds the distinction of being the first sports tourer motorcycle to roll out from its factory floor in Varese, Italy, since the brand’s inception
Motoroyale, the official distributor for MV Agusta in India, launched the Brutale 800 yesterday, and at the launch event it was announced that the Turismo Veloce will also be launched soon in India. We expect the new Turismo Veloce 800 to be assembled in India and priced around Rs.17-18 lakh (ex-showroom). The new bike is based on the MV Agusta Brutale 800 platform and makes the Italian brand more accessible and practical as modern buyers just don’t want to keep their MV Agustas parked in their driveway but to actually ride it. Being an MV Agusta, the styling of the Turismo Veloce has to be sensational, and the bike features the same face as seen on the MV Agusta F3, with the iconic diamond-shaped headlight with LED DRLs. It gets a large windscreen to protect the rider from wind blast at higher speeds and it can be adjusted by 60mm. Also, the quarter faring has been beautifully integrated into the chiselled fuel tank. The tank is also narrow for the rider to hold it easily with his thighs and it has an impressive 22-litre capacity (Brutale 800 has 16.5 litres). The bike also features a 5-inch colour display which is Bluetooth-compatible and features two USB sockets and two 12V power points.
The bike is powered by the same 798cc, three-cylinder motor as seen on the Brutale 800 that produces 110PS and peak torque of 80Nm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox and it gets a bi-directional quick shifter. Talking about electronics, the MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 is equipped with eight-level traction control system, ride-by-wire throttle control, and four rider modes. The frame is a tubular trellis unit which is suspended on Marzocchi USD forks up front and an adjustable monoshock unit at the rear. Braking is done by disc brakes on both ends with Bosch 9 plus ABS system along with RLM (Rear wheel Lift-up Mitigation). The Turismo Veloce will compete against the Ducati Multistrada 950, Suzuki V-Strom, Kawasaki Ninja 1000 and Triumph Tiger XRx.


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April 24, 2020
Reading in a pandemic: Part 3
Strange times we’re living in. Chances are you’re reading more, so we thought we’d share what books we are reading in our days of social distancing. Please share yours as well!
April 10, 2020
Reading in a pandemic: Part 2
As we find ourselves scouring news sites for updates (or avoiding them for our own mental health), some readers might take comfort in learning more about this kind of disease, what’s happened in the past, and comparing hypothetical prognoses of what might happen with what we now see unfolding before us.
March 20, 2020
Ready-to-share reading lists
We know that librarians continue serving their communities, even if that is taking a different form than it would have a mere week ago. As people #stayhome and parents plan educational activities to keep their children occupied, books become an invaluable resource. And let’s face it, most readers don’t need an excuse to turn to books for any reason, but in times of stress, they can provide an unparalleled element of comfort and escape in a chaotic world.
March 19, 2020
Reading in a pandemic
So, how’s your work from home going?
But seriously, we are in strange times, folks. The book drop is a biohazard. Walking the dog is an exercise in paranoia. Bird Box is looking like a documentary. What’s a reader to do?
December 26, 2019
Don’t read what you don’t want to
As both a reader and librarian, I know it’s incredibly helpful to focus on what resonates with readers when you do Readers Advisory. In fact, it’s nearly impossible to find a great recommendation for a reader when you’ve not taken the time to understand what they like.
November 18, 2019
Finding books and audiobooks for road trips
The holidays means time with friends and family — and traveling to see friends and family. Whether you are traveling by plane, train, or automobile, let NoveList help you find the perfect read for your trip.

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