Austin, TX (PRWEB) September 08, 2016
Today, Adlucent, a leading digital advertising and analytics agency, released findings from a national survey that examined the impact social media plays in the consumer shopping experience. The study looked at seven major social media sites - Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Pinterest, Snapchat, and Periscope - and found that while social networks are still largely being used for socializing and product discovery, they are playing a bigger role in driving brand awareness and increasing influence on consumer purchasing decisions.
“The way consumers engage with brands is changing and social media is one of the main drivers behind it, but many brands are still struggling with their approach to social,” said Michael Griffin, founder and CEO of Adlucent. “We found that on social networks, consumers want to have meaningful interactions with brands through targeted messages and offers that appeal to them directly. As the desire for personalization continues to grow, brands need to focus on the relevancy of their messages.”
Key highlights from the survey include:
- Social media is making an impact on purchasing decisions: Consumers today still largely start their search process on search engines or Amazon, but social media is having a growing influence. 39% of respondents said social media posts/ads at least somewhat influence their purchase decisions and 45% said product recommendations from influencers/celebrities they follow on social media at least somewhat influences their purchase decisions.
- Consumers aren’t actively following brands on social: Although consumers are turning to social for inspiration and new ideas, they aren’t actively engaging with brands. On average – across six major social media sites (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Snapchat, Periscope) – 75% of respondents follow zero brands. For brands that are focusing on social engagement, but are not investing in social ads this is a huge missed opportunity.
- Consumers want personalized ads on social: The growing influence social is seeing in the market is in part because the channel is enabling brands to connect with the right audiences with relevant and personalized ads. Across seven major social media sites, an average 46% of respondents said they would prefer tailored social media ads, with 68% wanting tailored Facebook ads, 63% wanting tailored ads on YouTube and 67% wanting tailored Twitter ads. Consumers find personalized ads less disruptive and feel they have more control, leading them to engage in a more frequent and genuine manner.
- Facebook dominates social influence: The world’s largest social network is winning the data war with their more than 1 billion users. 76% of respondents noted that they have learned about a new brand or product on Facebook, more than any other social media site, and respondents cited Facebook ads to be more relevant. In addition, nearly 10% of consumers have purchased products as a result of seeing Facebook ads.
- Consumers are looking to purchase products through social networks: Social is driving product discovery and seeing a growing influence on consumer shopping habits. While today’s consumers still purchase primarily through marketplace sites like Amazon (56%) or physical retail stores (34%), 43% said they would be at least somewhat willing to purchase a product directly through Facebook if given the option, followed by Twitter (27%) then Pinterest and Instagram (26%). If brands can find a way to take advantage of this appetite in an organic and personal manner, it will open up a new revenue stream that has yet to reach its potential.
To learn more about the study and the role social media is playing in the consumer experience, visit http://www.adlucent.com.
Adlucent is a digital advertising and intelligence company that helps retailers identify, acquire and engage with their highest value customers. Based in Austin, Adlucent’s platform helps retailers create, launch and manage high-volume and product-based campaigns through the use of extensive data analytics. Founded in 2001, Adlucent is a successful bootstrapped company that continues to execute on its commitment to create personalized advertising programs. For more information on Adlucent, visit http://www.adlucent.com.


Image Processing Reference
So far we have restricted ourselves to gray-scale images, but, as you might have
noticed, the real world consists of colors. Going back some years, many cameras
(and displays, e.g., TV-monitors) only handled gray-scale images. As the technology
matured, it became possible to capture (and visualize) color images and today most
cameras capture color images.
In this chapter we turn to the topic of color images. We describe the nature of
color images and how they are captured and represented.
What Is a Color?
In Chap. 2 it was explained that an image is formed by measuring the amount of
energy entering the image sensor. It was also stated that only energy within a cer-
tain frequency/wavelength range is measured. This wavelength range is denoted the
visual spectrum , see Fig. 2.2. In the human eye this is done by the so-called rods ,
which are specialized nerve-cells that act as photoreceptors . Besides the rods, the
human eye also contains cones . These operate like the rods, but are not sensitive
to all wavelengths in the visual spectrum. Instead, the eye contains three types of
cones, each sensitive to a different wavelength range. The human brain interprets
the output from these different cones as different colors as seen in Table 3.1 .
So, a color is defined by a certain wavelength in the electromagnetic spectrum as
illustrated in Fig. 3.1 .
Since the three different types of cones exist we have the notion of the primary
colors being red, green and blue. Psycho-visual experiments have shown that the
different cones have different sensitivity. This means that when you see two differ-
ent colors with the same intensity, you will judge their brightness differently. On
average, a human perceives red as being 2.6 times as bright as blue and green as
being 5.6 times as bright as blue. Hence the eye is more sensitive to green and least
sensitive to blue.
When all wavelengths (all colors) are present at the same time, the eye perceives
this as a shade of gray, hence no color is seen! If the energy level increases the
shade becomes brighter and ultimately becomes white. Conversely, when the energy


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On Friday afternoon, Tracy Nigh and her eight-year-old daughter were waiting inside their local Walmart in Port Orange, Florida for her eldest daughter to come out of school.
Instead of picking her 15 year-old up from school, the mother of two said she would normally wait at the local department store with other parents. “She and many other students from the high school walk down the street from the school to get picked up,” Tracy explained in an interview with The Daily Beast on Tuesday. “So we were inside. It’s very hot outdoors here still.”
The two sat on the store bench for about 10 minutes before an elderly man approached them. The clean-shaven, gray-haired man was pushing a shopping cart with bags inside, which made Tracy believe he had just finishing up at Walmart.
Instead, the man asked the two if he could “sit down for a minute” and everyone on the bench moved “all the way over” to accommodate what seemed like “an old man that needed to sit,” Tracy recalled.
Instinctively keeping an arm around her daughter—“Just being a mom,” Tracy acknowledges—the man started to make small talk, telling them both he was from Austria and that he and his “wife could never ‘make’ children.”
The conversation suddenly turned uncomfortable, Nigh said, when the man began asking personal questions and probing about the whereabouts of the girl’s father.
When Nigh, a stage technician and housekeeper, responded that her husband was at work, the man she described as overweight “laughed pretty loudly and obnoxiously.”
She added: “He touched my daughter on the arm and made a comment about her soft skin.”
Then, seemingly out of nowhere, he asked the unthinkable: “How much?”
“He then looked at me and said ‘I’ll give you 100K, I asked for what, he then looked right at my daughter and back at me and said, ‘or her,’” the mother recounted.
When she declined the offer, the Austrian man offered an additional $50,000. And after her second decline, the old man dressed in “normal-looking clothes” eventually offered $200,000 to buy her daughter. Stunned by how the stranger’s proposition, Tracy immediately got “very nervous and began to shake.”
“I said very clearly that ‘we have to go!’ I just wanted to get her away as soon as possible,” the mother of two said.
As she got up to leave, the man allegedly grabbed the child, pulled her in, and kissed the inside of her wrist.
“He left saliva on her arm,” Nigh claimed. “My daughter was terrified and shaking.”
Tracy recalled cleaning off her daughter in an aisle within the store.. And after a text to her husband about the incident, she filed a police report.
“I broke down in tears when [my daughter] finally saw her big sister come in the store,” Nigh said. “We were already with the police and security at that time. We were all shaken up, very shocked and scared.”
Hours later, 81-year-old Hellmuth Kolb was arrested, sent to Volusia County Jail, and charged with the battery and false imprisonment of a minor under the age of 13.
Police said the creepy exchange was caught on a store camera, and that Kolb was easily identified through his credit-card transaction and social-media accounts.
“He violated my wife and child and it’s kept me up night after night,” Brandon Nigh told The Daily Beast on Tuesday. “Watching Tracy and my daughter going through so many emotions is heartbreaking to me.” The incident has made the Nigh family fearful of the big-box retailer, adamantly saying they “have not gone back in and never will again.”
For Kolb, meanwhile, his attempted purchase appears to be a repeated offense.
Another women had approached the Walmart store’s security team a month earlier to report a similar incident with a perpetrator fitting Kolb's description, police confirmed to The Daily Beast.
“He needs to be held accountable for what he’s done to my family and the other families that have come forward,” Brandon said.
Authorities confirmed to The Daily Beast they are now investigating similar instances where Kolb may have been involved, though he has no prior convictions.
“Shook, rocked and shocked to the core,” Tracy wrote on Facebook following the incident. “Be careful out there women and men with your daughters, wives and the all the women in your life, please.”
On Saturday, the judge ordered Kolb, a U.S. resident originally from Austria, not to have any contact with the girl or her mother.
Despite the evidence, however, Kolb is no longer being held in jail and is at home, having paid his bond ahead of his trial—something the first grader is “very upset about.”
“She’s having trouble sleeping,” her mother said of her daughter, who had just turned eight one week prior to the incident.
Her husband agreed, adding: “I am past the level of anger, it’s pure hate towards this scumbag and I hope they make him pay!”
Kolb did not immediately respond to The Daily Beast’s request for comment. It is unclear if he has retained a lawyer.

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Welcome to the MFT March Hop and Shop. If you just come upon my blog and want to start at the beginning, hop on over to Kim's blog. If you came here from Frances's blog you are in the right place.Tonight I used the new Hearts Sings Jolinne set. I think she is just so cute and I love the music notes included and in the set. You can find Jolinne and all the new releases right HERE!
For my card, I used the sentiment that is included in the set and added music notes to each end. I used chipboard wings and a heart for the center of the card. I painted the wings white, and cover them with Glitzy Glitter. This is the first time have used this glitter and I love it. Not only is it pretty and sparkly, but it sticks really well to the glue. I didn't have glitter all over myself!!
Next I made a chipboard purse to hold my gift. Perfect for an ipod gift card and some favorite treats. The purse shaped chipboard I had picked up at Michael's a whiLe back for $1.00. I covered the chipboard with papers that coordinated with the card. I colored the image with my copics, paper pieced her dresses, and then cutting her out with my nestibilities, using my embossing pad on her legs so they did not get cut. Then used scissors to cut around the legs.
Here is the side view. I made a little box to attach the purse chipboard to. I used a sheet of cardstock cut to 10" x 7 1/2" and scored on each side at 2 1/2".
Now it time to hop on over to Julie's blog!!! I know this talented lady will have something wonderful to share!!
DP: My Minds Eye, black, pink
Stamps: MFT Heart Sings Jolinne

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A terrific location, right on \ above the beach. You can hear the Atlantic thunder on the rocks from your room and watch the waves right below you when the tide is in. We stayed as two adults, two small children and a dog. Access to the beach is via the hotel stairs or public…
This place was recommended to us by some Spanish friends. It’s a simple place but right at the sea side and it’s a family run business which I my serves home made food. Fresh at its best! Try to get a table at the front window to be able to enjoy the view 😉
View was great and everyone was very nice to us! Could not say better things about this hotel. Absolutely loved the food and the staff. The hotel is right on the beach so you don’t have to worry about taking a taxi or walking far. Hope to be back soon!
I have never had such a bad experience in my life. I checked out after one night and must say that I have never done this before. The owner gave us a room with view on the stairs that lead to rooms at the upper Floor. So NO sea view at all and a lot of people passing the stairs…
We can only comment on the restaurant which we visited on 9/7/2017. The food was the worst we have come across in a restaurant in NW Spain and the service was bad - wrong wine brought, large bottle of ice-cold water brought when we'd asked for small bottle at room temperature,…
"Top floor facing the beach or forget it"
"You definitely need a room with a sea view!"
"Top floor had entrance lobby, conservatory style enclosed balcony area + table & chairs. Bathroom: WC, bidet, basin, bath with shower over."
"Avoid rooms 101 t0 104"
"Room with Sea Views!"

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José Ja Ja Ja is an illustrator with one of the most apt pseudonym names. The Spanish term ‘ja ja ja’ is often used as ironic laughter, acting as a brilliant title for José’s work which is consistently amusing and playful, through illustrative lines and in this case a primary colour palette.
An illustrator who we have championed for his intricate sketches previously, José has ventured on a new pathway and medium over the past six months, culminating in a Rotterdam-based exhibition at Het Wilde Weten. The title for this series of work is Grundfunken translating as drive, concentrating upon “the idea of drawing cars or things related with it”.
These artworks are a new venture for José: “This is the first time I have used colour lines, which is an experiment too. At the same time, I’ve developed the same drawings in very big acrylic paintings.” The result is a collection of minimal illustrations that still present a wealth of personality, white canvasses transformed by deliciously thick painted drawings. It is a treat to see José’s initial sketches elevated into almost three dimensional paintings. Presented alongside one another the exhibition displays an insight into the artist’s process.
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ATCOR 4 - Features
ATCOR 4 is a software for the atmospheric/topographic correction of airborne scanner data. This may be used in four different geometric situations, where the (optional) geo- rectification is to be done by PARGE or a compatible software:
- 1. flat terrain, no geocoding (raw geometry)
- 2. flat terrain, geocoded/rectified image on flat surfaces (one altitude)
- 3. rugged terrain, DEM and related layers required, ortho-rectified image
- 4. rugged terrain, geocoded (non resampled), DEM and related layers provided in raw geometry
- Bottom of atmosphere reflectance calculation with constant atmospheric conditions or spatially varying aerosol conditions.
- Retrieval of atmospheric water vapor column for sensors with water vapor bands (around 820/940/1130 nm), using the APDA method.
- Aerosol optical thickness retrieval using the dark dense vegetation (DDV) or the shadow based (SHAOT) method.
- Statistical haze removal through use of a fully automatic algorithm that masks haze and cloud regions and removes haze of land areas.
- Cirrus cloud removal (requires a narrow 1.38 micron band).
- De-shadowing of cloud/building cast shadow areas using image-based shade detection routines.
- Empirical BRDF correction of irradiance effects.
- Model based observation angle dependent BRDF correction (BREFCOR method)
- Optional quick topographic correction (without atmospheric correction).
- Inflight radiometric calibration to calculate gain and offset from known target surface reflectances.
- Inflight at-sensor radiance validation using ground target reflectances.
- Automatic classification of spectral surface reflectance (program SPECL) using 12 surface cover templates.
- Surface emissivity and surface (brightness) temperature maps for thermal band sensors.
- Spectral polishing of reflectance cube (only hyperspectral imagery).
- Value added products side outputs (LAI, FAPAR, etc.).
- Correction of spectral "smile" (across track variation of the spectral position of spectral bands for hyperspectral instruments),
- Adaption of solar reference spectrum,
- Diffuse and direct illumination components side outputs,
- The atmospheric database includes a wide range of pre-calculated radiative transfer runs for different weather conditions and sun angles employing the Modtran®-5 code.
- Works for hyperspectral, multispectral, thermal, and panchromatic imagery.
- The atmospheric database (look-up-tables of radiative transfer calculations with Modtran®-5) covers a wide range of weather conditions and sun angles, calculated using the DISORT 8-stream method for multiple scattering. (>>See further details)
All outputs are stored as band sequential binary data with standard ENVI header, i.e.:
- Surface reflectance cube
- Surface (brightness) temperature and emissivity (if multispectral thermal bands)
- Visibility index map (corresponds to total optical depth at 550 nm) and aerosol optical thickness map
- Water vapor map (if required water vapor channels are available, e.g. at 940 nm)
- Spectral reflectance / emissivity surface cover map (10-12 classes)
- Value added channels: SAVI, LAI, FPAR, albedo, radiation and heat fluxes
- Spectral direct and diffuse irradiance cubes
- Masks of haze/cloud/water, and saturated pixels
- AISA, APEX, AVIRIS, CASI, Hymap, Hyspex, Headwall Hyperspec, Resonon Pika, Daedalus, Leica ADS, ...
Any user-specified sensor can easily be included by copying one of the existing "sensor*.dat" files and modifying it appropriately. Tools exist to generate the spectral channel filter functions for Gaussian or square wave response curves.
(Note: tilted sensors are not supported in the atmospheric database)Technical Conditions:
- Unix / Linux / Windows / MacOSX
- IDL Version 8.4 or higher or the free IDL Virtual Machine (provided with the software)
- PARGE Version 3.x or compatible solution if orthorectified imagery is required.
- Large amount of RAM and a 64bit system are highly recommended in interactive mode (tiling capability to reduce memory requirements is available).
- maximum RAM requirements: 18*l*c [MB] (flat terrain) and 35*l*c [MB] (rugged terrain) allocated to IDL,
where l=lines, c=columns of image.
Example rugged terrain: l=3000, c=2000 requires 210 MB RAM
- 6 GB of disk space for atmospheric database
- ENVI license recommended, but not required
Example flat terrain: l=3000, c=2000 requires 108 MB RAM
- Support includes updates, bug fixes and e-mail / phone support for fully licensed users. Details about the software methodology can be found in the User Manual and in various published papers.


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CBTS and MIT students began our second day of classes with Dr. Marshall this morning. The class shared in some very edifying discussion based on students’ questions that stem from our reading. One of the things I have thoroughly enjoyed about this D.Min program is its concern for the practical; applying sound theological thought to the realities of ministry. Our discussion this morning was no different. My colleagues from Myanmar brought up fascinating questions such as how to discuss the cross with children and how to preach about the Holy Spirit in animistic cultures that believe in many spirits.
In the afternoon, in lieu of having a lecture/discussion in our pastoral care class, we drove 1.5 hours across the Irrawaddy River to visit the ThaBarWa Center, a place of refuge for orphans, elderly, homeless, and the sick. It was founded and is run by a Buddhist monk named Sayadaw U. Ottamasara (who was not present during our visit). It is a 70-acre area that houses more than 2200 families. Children receive an education here and we saw at least 4 large groups of children going through their daily lesson. There was a striking contrast between the glowing children who waved at us and the adults lying in huts who look very sick and despondent. In the large group dwellings, Buddhist sermons were playing over a loudspeaker for the people to listen to. Although this place was significantly different from the place we visited Saturday (especially in terms of cleanliness), I couldn’t help but remember the many biblical injunctions to care for the orphan and widow and those who are generally helpless. The people who have come here were truly in need and had nowhere to go. Our Myanmar colleagues have expressed frustration that Christians in Myanmar, being a small minority, are unable to raise funds for such projects and centers. It has cultivated my own appreciation for the many resources the churches in America still have and take for granted.
Thank you for your interest in our experiences! Please remember in prayer today the people at the ThaBarWa Center.
Rev. Corey S. Fields
CBTS D.Min student
Associate Pastor, First Baptist Church of Topeka

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Ready to thrill you with fun and naughty moments, Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical, Rocky Horror Show returns as part of a sell-out worldwide tour, having been seen by over 30 million theatregoers.
Rocky Horror Show is the story of two squeaky clean college kids – Brad and his fiancée Janet. When by a twist of fate, their car breaks down outside a creepy mansion whilst on their way to visit their former college professor, they meet the charismatic Dr Frank’n’Furter. It is an adventure they’ll never forget, filled with fun, frolics, frocks, and frivolity.
Directed by Christopher Luscombe, Rocky Horror Show is a guaranteed party and features timeless classics, including Sweet Transvestite, Damn it Janet, and of course, the pelvic-thrusting, show-stopping Time Warp.
'Fierce and fabulous fun!' Daily Express
'Still the sexiest & funniest show in town' Evening Standard
Approximately 2 hours including an interval.
Recommended age: 14+
Contains strong language and adult content.
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A new report by the Gates Foundation recommends that the federal government block grant Pell Grants, which provide federal assistance for low-income students to go to college, directly to the states, rather than issue them to individual students.
The paper proposes that,
…The federal Pell grant and other campus-based programs [should] be consolidated into a single program focused exclusively on portable aid for low-income students. This aid would be provided as a lump sum each year to states, with provisions requiring that: the aid be awarded to students on the basis of need; the aid be portable across institutional and state lines; states “match” the federal investment with one dollar of state aid for every four dollars of federal aid; and the state’s public institutions do not raise tuition more than the rate of increase in median family income in the state.
The idea is that under a block grant policy states will have an incentive to keep tuition low at state universities. Under the current program Pell grants are one of the few vehicles the federal government has to encourage the poor to attend college, yet because Pell is simply tied to students, college have no incentive to reduce cost, students just get a discount.
The report also recommends eliminating tax credits for education and putting all Americans with student debt in automatic income-based repayment plans.
The federal government provided $35.2 billion in grant funding to American college students in the 2011-12 academic year.

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Judge: PG&E put profits over wildfire safety
A U.S. judge berated Pacific Gas & Electric Corp. accusing the nation's largest utility of enriching shareholders instead of clearing trees that can fall on its power lines and start fires and making "excuses" to avoid turning off electricity when fire risk is high.
Judge William Alsup in San Francisco didn’t immediately order PG&E to take any of the dramatic measures he has proposed to try to stop more wildfires.
But he warned that he wasn’t ruling out at least some new requirements on the company if it didn’t come up with a plan to "solve" the problem of catastrophic wildfires in California.
Alsup is overseeing a criminal conviction against PG&E on pipeline safety charges stemming from a 2010 gas line explosion in the San Francisco Bay Area that killed eight people and destroyed 38 homes.
He proposed earlier this month as part of PG&E's probation that it remove or trim all trees that could fall onto its power lines in high-wind conditions and shut off power when fire is a risk regardless of the inconvenience to customers or loss of profit.


Not enough examples tested. Lots of guns use bolts that have extractors that do not pressure the round. One example is the 99 Savage, if the barrel was made properly. The extractor rides up a groove in the barrel and exerts no pressure. A lot of claw extractors ride in the rim groove and put no pressure on the cartridge. The amount of pressure has a lot to do with it.


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Please contact any KMCL attorney for more information on this area of practice.
KMCL is adept at guiding clients through regulatory issues related to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA).
Our attorneys are deeply practiced with defending enforcement actions related to importation, composition, pesticidal claims, and registration status.
We also support registration amendment processes. We provide advice about requirements on production, sales, and distribution applicable through FIFRA and FIFRA registration documents.
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) & Green Chemistry
The “green chemistry” trend is pushing companies to use certain substances in their processes and products.
For example, in the wake of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, EPA is actively evaluating the safety of chemical substances already in the marketplace, and may restrict their use.
Other examples include California’s Green Chemistry Initiative, Prop 65, various EPA programs supporting the development of such alternatives, and the European Union’s directives restricting certain substances.
KMCL regularly provides guidance for navigating these challenging regulations and laws.
Nanotechnology—technology that makes use of nano-scale materials—is used in countless applications, from pesticides to pharmaceutical products to paint coatings.
Because of its potential to create novel risks to human health and the environment, it continues to attract attention from regulators and is a point of emphasis for the EPA under TSCA.
Our attorneys regularly advise companies on the evolving landscape of nanotechnology regulation.
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- Advised international mineral mining and processing company on FIFRA compliance, particularly the applicability of FIFRA’s treated articles exemption, for an antimicrobial filler product to be sold into the decorative coatings market.
- Assessed whether certain imported clays are subject to TSCA requirements.
- Counseled discount product manufacturer and wholesaler through FIFRA enforcement actions involving multiple states, product lines, and allegations of failure to register pesticides and mislabeling. In the most significant enforcement action, we negotiated a resolution with EPA that allowed our client to continue marketing the product at issue as “minimal risk” and included a penalty approximately 60 percent below EPA’s proposal.
- Initiated a section 3 FIFRA registration for an agricultural pesticide.
- Prepared TSCA premanufacture notices for a German company.
- Provided high-level regulatory and policy assistance to the manufacturer of one of the most widely used herbicides in the United States.
- Provided ongoing regulatory counseling to a Fortune 500 manufacturer of consumer and commercial products on FIFRA compliance, including FIFRA’s requirements applicable to “devices” and the self-disclosure to EPA of potential FIFRA violations related to a product line.
- Represented a coalition of wood treaters and pesticide manufacturers before U.S. EPA and the U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration on issues related to worker exposure to hexavalent chromium.
- Represented a national birdseed manufacturer on enforcement actions by both U.S. EPA and the state of California under the FIFRA. The agencies have alleged that some of the company’s products constitute unregistered pesticides under federal and state law.
- Represented international mineral mining and processing company in connection with confidential regulatory and enforcement issues arising under FIFRA. The counterparties included EPA and a Fortune 100 global chemical manufacturer. In connection with this matter, we obtained regulatory approval from the EPA that allowed our client to avoid several hundreds of thousands of dollars in costs.
- Sought “me-too” FIFRA end-use registration for a wood preservative.
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Alex Zwerdling, political director for House Minority Whip Steny Hoyer (D-Md.), and Kate Chapek, a consultant who worked most recently for the now-defunct firm MSHC Partners, have joined the Democratic direct-mailing firm the Baughman Co. as principals.
Zwerdling, a Massachusetts native, worked as Hoyer’s political director during the 2010 election cycle.
“I ran the PAC and assisted Members with fundraising and staffing up,” he said. He also handled Hoyer’s campaign travel schedule, which he said included 85 districts. Zwerdling said he accompanied Hoyer on most of those trips.
In the cycle prior to that, Zwerdling led the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee’s independent expenditure arm. He has worked on a number of Democratic Congressional campaigns, including those of Rep. André Carson (Ind.), former Rep. John Hall (N.Y.), Congressional candidate Jamie Wall (Wis.) and Senatorial candidate Inez Tenenbaum (S.C.).
Chapek, a Southern California native, worked for EMILY’s List, America Votes, Hillary Clinton for President and Change That Works. She managed the campaign of state Rep. Joan Buchanan (D) to replace then-Rep. Ellen Tauscher (D) in 2009. She said she’s excited to join a growing firm.
“I love doing mail. I love the creativity. I love the team here,” she said. “They’re just amazingly creative and strategic and smart.”
New Voice at DSCC
The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee hired Matt Canter as communications director for the 2012 election cycle. Canter told Roll Call that he will begin March 14.
Eric Schultz, who has served in that role since last cycle, is leaving for other opportunities. Canter is currently communications director for Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), and he previously held the same position for former Wisconsin Gov. Jim Doyle (D) and on the 2008 campaign of Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.).
“Matt Canter knows how to win tough races,” Executive Director Guy Cecil said.
“He is one of the best communication professionals in the field, and he joins our team at a time where we have strong pickup opportunities across the country.”
Canter joins Cecil, Political Director Crystal King, Finance Director Angelique Cannon and Research Director Amy Gooden to form the committee’s senior staff.
Staffing Up for Special
California Secretary of State Debra Bowen’s 36th district special election campaign team is in place.
Steve Barkan and Parke Skelton of SG&A Campaigns are the Democrat’s general, mail and media consultants. The two have previously handled Los Angeles-area Democratic Reps. Judy Chu and Adam Schiff, as well as former Reps. Hilda Solis and Jane Harman, who vacated the coastal 36th district Monday.
Dan Chavez will serve as Bowen’s campaign manager and her field director is Lenny Young, who last year worked on Ami Bera’s unsuccessful challenge to Rep. Dan Lungren (R-Calif).
The Eighth Sign of the Zodiac
Republican strategist Bo Harmon opened Scorpio Public Affairs this week. Harmon worked most recently for Response America, a direct-mailing firm, and he said the new firm will give him the chance to do general consulting.
“It was an opportunity to expand beyond direct voter contact and involve more public affairs work, which is something I’ve had a long interest in,” he told Roll Call.


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Duke, a 5-year old Pit Bull, and Jax, a nearly 2-year old Pit Bull, each have their own individual guarding issues. Duke guards his balls while Jax guards his bones and food. In the coming weeks we will implement desensitization and counter-conditioning measures to decrease and even eliminate these behaviors.
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The latest set of Nintendo financials have hit and there's a lot to unpack here, but we'll start with the 3DS.
Amid bi-monthly discussions about whether or not the 3DS is going the way of the dodo, Nintendo is reporting that the now-eight-year-old-portable sold 200,000 units this past quarter (April-June 2019). The publisher notes that this is a "44.9% decrease on a year-on-year basis," but also reports that software sales hit 1.48 million.
Currently, that puts the 3DS at 75.28 million units sold to date, but there's another key number here: the handheld also managed to peddle 379.60 million units of software in eight years. Strong software sales are something Nintendo points to constantly, so despite the slower rollout in recent years, they're still pushing tons of first-party games: games, mind, that are still at or near full MSRP.
Nintendo is reporting that on the Switch side, the console/handheld hybrid moved 2.13 million units this past quarter, with 22.62 million units of software sold, bolstered by strong continued sales of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Mario Odyssey,and Smash Ultimate. These new figures put the Switch at 36.87 million hardware units sold in just over two years, and Nintendo is betting big on the Switch Lite to help push those numbers up.

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What You Should Forget Before Hiring an Auto Mechanic
Those whose cars break down and need some work might be worried, knowing that they need to move fast and get these cars fixed before the problems have a chance to grow. What they need to do, then, is to hire an auto mechanic who will do time-efficient work of quality they can trust on their car. However, when it comes to selecting from between the many auto mechanics out there, you need to be careful, as you want to hire the best one, the one who will give you the best value for your money and ensure you peace of mind, knowing that your car is being taken care of in the right way. Here, then, are some very important questions that everyone should ask if they want to be sure that they are hiring the right person.
The first question that all car owners should consider as a must is whether or not the auto mechanic is licensed and insured. If an auto mechanic is not licensed and insured, this should cause worry, as when problems arise, people can even end up losing their car altogether! One the other hand, when they make sure of license and insurance, they can be sure that they will be easy in their minds.
Another thing that people should make sure to ask an auto mechanic before leaving the car in his hands is whether or not warranties are provided on services and parts. Without a warranty, you can end up facing trouble in the future – what if your mechanic makes a mistake and you end up back on square one when it comes to fixing your car? You will be glad to know that when you find the right auto mechanic, you can be sure that you can enjoy peace of mind, as you will be provided with a guarantee that will ensure you have nothing to worry about.
Lastly, but definitely not least, a question that you should not forget to ask your auto mechanic when it comes to your car service is whether or not the estimate given will be free. One who finds this auto repair shop should ask about an estimate because some repair shops charge for estimates and some give them for free – one should ask because some estimates can cost up to 200 dollars.
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Surely you have tried numerous programs and plans, but have failed to lose your weight. You are not alone; this is the case for many people. A lot of people do not stay with losing weight because they get bored. The next few paragraphs are full of tips that will liven up your weight loss regimen.
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Who doesn’t love french fries? However, these little fries can sabotage your weight loss goals. If you crave the tastes of french fries, bake them instead of frying them. After slicing potatoes into 1/2″ strips, place in a bowl along with 1T of canola oil. Sprinkle with pepper, salt and other seasonings of your choice. Arrange the fries on a roaster pan or cookie sheet in just one layer and bake at 400 degrees in your oven for 30 minutes. Use a spatula to turn it and then continue baking for ten more minutes. These fries are great with catsup and contain far fewer calories than their deep-fried counterparts. You can thank Laurel’s Kitchen cook book for these yummy treats.
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On September 27, ALERT hosted a blood donation campaign at its head office in Portugal. This campaign was organized with the Porto Blood Regional Center of the Portuguese Blood Institute (Instituto Português do Sangue - IPS).
This initiative is an extremely important act of citizenship and social responsibility, since, in case of need, we all depend on those who donate blood and supply hospitals' blood banks. All ALERT employees highlighted the fact that the opportunity to donate blood at the company is very motivating and facilitates this act of citizenship.
The challenge posed to the ALERT team had a very successful outcome: there were 27 blood donations, and these totalled about 13 liters of blood during the whole morning.


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Seventy-four-year-old Mayor Tom Bates walks to work every day.
Bates, whose hair has gone entirely gray and who recently went through knee surgery, says he would rather walk than drive a car that pollutes the environment.
The mayor’s reign has been characterized by a progressively moderate council representative of a wide spectrum of political attitudes in the city of Berkeley. The way he describes it, the mayor is a “switch hitter,” meaning he does not fall into either political category but collaborates and implements initiatives that work for everyone.
As a progressive moderate and a longtime Berkeley resident, it is not surprising Bates promotes green environmental policy.
He has lived and worked in the city for more than 30 years, serving as everything from a county supervisor to a state Assembly member. Bates has been mayor for more than 10 years and credits himself with uniting a historically divisive council.
“There has been a history of bad blood between the mayor and City Council members in the past,” Bates said. “I wanted to bring civility back to meetings and am very proud of the fact that we’ve had a wide variety of (representation) — progressive, moderate and conservative.”
Bates, in his third term as Berkeley’s mayor, filed paperwork for campaign fundraising in February and will announce whether he will run for a fourth mayoral term in the upcoming November election later this month.
Born and raised in Southern California, Bates came to UC Berkeley on an athlete’s scholarship in the late 1950s. As an undergraduate at the campus, Bates drank beer, joined a fraternity and played football.
But he also quit that fraternity after encountering racism and sexism and was eventually pushed into public service by his role with the U.S. military in Germany.
“All men had to be in the ROTC for two years during college,” he said. “As a commissioned officer in Germany, I had the opportunity to develop leadership skills, make decisions and direct 15 to 20 people.”
That is not to say Bates is all military. A few years back, the mayor sold his Volvo after becoming obsessed with the environment. Since then, he says, he has devoted his life to fighting global warming with projects in the city like the 2009 Berkeley Climate Action Plan.
Councilmember Linda Maio first met Bates in the late ’70s when Bates helped her preserve a piece of land in Fremont from commercial development by writing a bill to the state Legislature so that it could be turned into a city park.
“Rarely is there divisiveness on the Council under Tom,” Maio said in an email. “He moves ahead on so many ideas at once that it can be a bit of a pace to keep up with him.”
Councilmember Laurie Capitelli said Bates unifies the entire council with strong conflict resolution and perseverance in city initiatives.
“I respect the fact that he is willing to go outside the box,” Capitelli said. “He is a great problem solver and willing to work collaboratively with people.”
But for some, that “progressively moderate” attitude has been problematic.
Councilmember Kriss Worthington said Bates needs to try harder to represent city minority groups and UC Berkeley students.
“The mayor does not do progressive things of his own inclination,” Worthington said. “A pattern over many years are that different groups get left out — you shouldn’t have to protest in order to get a seat at the table.”
Regardless of his political stance, Bates says his ultimate goal has and will continue to be improving the standard of living in Berkeley, giving residents and UC Berkeley students the ability to appreciate the place he has called home for so many years.
“When I was at Cal, I had no connection with the community — that has since radically changed,” Bates said. “There has been a substantial increase in the number of people working and living in Berkeley. We want them to come for the culture and … stay here.”
Anjuli Sastry covers city government.


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When I go to turn right the steering wheel just gets very tight and you can’t turn and then it releases it.
Kim , this is dangerous and if you are not able to do the work put it a shop now .
There have been reports of steering rack failures but unfortunately no recalls. If that’s what’s wrong, it means you’re on the hook for an expensive repair and, as noted, it’s not something that can wait.
Your vehicle has electronic power steering. it is possible one of the sensors are bad. or there might be a software update to correct the problem. you should call the dealer and see if there is one for this problem.
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No it doesn’t have a check engine light on.
Electric power steering faults won’t illuminate the check engine light, you must check for faults in the Power Steering ECU.


Leading UK scientists join forces to fight bird flu
As new outbreaks continue to be reported, top scientists collaborate on a new project to understand and contain the spread of avian influenza
Eight leading UK laboratories are now joining forces to find new ways to battle bird flu, following devastating large-scale outbreaks of the H5N1 strain.
Headed by the research team at the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), this major new consortium brings together top scientists from eight organisations. With £1.5million of funding from the Biotechnology and Biosciences Research Council (BBSRC) and the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), it has been tasked with developing strategies to manage and contain the virus, following the largest and longest outbreak ever experienced in the UK. Microbiologists, epidemiologists, virologists and genomics specialists from the Royal Veterinary College, The Pirbright Institute, The Roslin Institute and Imperial College London are among the scientists taking part.
This recent outbreak of H5N1 has caused widespread death and severe illness of birds in the poultry industry, as well as wild bird populations. Brought to these shores by migrating geese in the autumn, the virus passed to flocks of hens and chickens, and from November 2021 until May this year, compulsory housing measures meant poultry farms were forced to confine birds indoors for their safety. Over 2.3 million birds were culled on UK poultry farms last winter, causing significant damage to rural economies, reported Countryfile presenter John Craven on this website in March.
Outbreaks are still being recorded, with the most recent case this week. On 21 June, DEFRA declared a 3km Controlled Zone around a premises in Guestling Green in East Sussex. All the captive birds on the site will be humanely culled.
The toll on the UK’s wild bird population is high, and the virus is spreading from geese to seabirds and other wildfowl. On just one day in May this year, ecologist and wildlife photographer Peter Stronach found over 70 dead and dying birds of 17 species, including shelducks and gulls, at Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve, on the east coast of Scotland. Over half the carcasses found in the reserve later tested positive for bird flu.
While the risk of transmission to humans is extremely low – with only one confirmed case in England in 2021 – the new consortium will research how containing the disease in birds can help reduce future risk to humans. This will include mapping the spread of infection across species; why some birds, such as ducks, are more resistant to the virus; and exactly how it spreads from wild birds to farmed poultry. “This will feed rapidly into government decision-making and new strategies to protect the poultry industry and reduce the risk of future transmission to humans,” says Professor Melanie Welham, executive chair of BBSRC.
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The British Poultry Council welcomes the new research project, saying it comes at a crucial time. Chief executive Richard Griffiths adds: “This been the toughest, most challenging avian influenza season ever. Businesses continue to feel the commercial impact of trade barriers deriving from bird flu and Brexit combined. We hope this research will put mechanisms in place to tackle future outbreaks that risk disruption to food supply chains. In the meantime, we, as ever, urge vigilance amongst all poultry keepers. Excellent biosecurity must be practised at all times.”
When you are by the coast or in the countryside, remember not to touch dead or visibly sick birds. If you come across three or more dead wild waterfowl – swans, geese or ducks – gulls or birds of prey, or five or more dead birds of any species, report them to the DEFRA helpline: 03459 335577.
Main image credit: To protect chickens from bird flu transmissions through wild birds, all chickens – including free range – have to be kept indoors, according to DEFRA guidelines./Credit: Getty
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Roasted Cauliflower with Feta, Tomatoes, Walnuts, and Capers is a vibrant side dish with a variety of flavors, colors, and textures. An awesome appetizer too. JUMP TO RECIPE
The rise of cauliflower as a celebrity vegetable has been nothing short of meteoric. Much of this growth can be attributed to cauliflower rice, a term used to describe cauliflower that has been chopped into tiny pieces that resemble grains of rice. So staggering is the growth of this vegetable in disguise that huge, multinational brands are now jumping in to capture market share. Green Giant (a division of General Mills) now harvests over 100,000 heads of cauliflower daily to meet the growing demand – a six-fold increase from just a few years ago! I’ve done my part as a food blogger by posting a variety of new-fangled cauliflower-based dishes (see the last paragraph for links to these recipes), but recently I had the urge to go back to using cauliflower in a more traditional way and came up with this recipe for Roasted Cauliflower with Feta, Tomatoes, Walnuts, and Capers.
I think of this dish as cauliflower all dressed up. It’s got a fabulous variety of flavors, colors, and textures, and is much simpler to prepare than recipes that call for cauliflower rice. The sweet roasted tomatoes and salty feta, along with tangy, briny capers, and toasted walnuts, highlight all that is right about this cruciferous vegetable. A squeeze of lemon on top right before serving is like a little bit of extra icing on an otherwise perfect cake! If you haven’t planned your Thanksgiving menu yet, Roasted Cauliflower with Feta, Tomatoes, Walnuts, and Capers would be a great, healthy side dish to consider.
The only real work involved in making Roasted Cauliflower with Feta, Tomatoes, Walnuts, and Capers is prepping the cauliflower. Ina Garten (a/k/a The Barefoot Contessa) is making the rounds promoting her new cookbook, and I recently saw her on TV demonstrating the most efficient method for cutting cauliflower into florets. Here’s a video of the technique. This is definitely the easiest and neatest way to do it and you’ll end up with whole florets that you can slice into pieces that are all roughly the same size for even roasting.
If you love cauliflower and want to see more recipes using it, check out White Cheddar Cauliflower Donuts; Curried Cauliflower Blender Soup; Curried Cauliflower Skillet Pizza with Apple, Cheddar, and Chicken; Mac and Cheese in Cauliflower Sauce; Cauliflower Monte Cristo Sandwiches; Shaved Brussels Sprouts Over Crispy Cauliflower Cakes; Baby Kale Caesar Salad with Cauliflower Fritters; Sweet Potato Cauliflower Cakes with Dairy-Free Cashew Sour Cream; and Cauliflower Roulade.
If you make Roasted Cauliflower with Feta, Tomatoes, Walnuts, and Capers don’t forget to snap a pic and tag me over on Instagram @QueenofMyKitchen. I’d love to see your creation!
- 1½ lbs. cauliflower florets, halved or cut into quarters if large (see notes)
- 8 ounces grape tomatoes, whole (about 1 cup)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ⅓ cup (2 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts, toasted
- ¼ cup capers, drained
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
- ½ lemon
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
- Place the cauliflower and grape tomatoes on a half sheet pan and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss until the vegetables are coated with the oil.
- Roast on the bottom rack of the oven for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through the cooking time.
- When the vegetables are done, sprinkle on the feta, walnuts, capers, and parsley. Squeeze the lemon on top and stir everything together thoroughly.
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One of the ways you can tell it is a national election year is that left wing Catholic political organizations re-emerge with new strategies, new funding, and sometimes even new names. But, while the organizational names may change, the players stay the same as the agenda remains to elect Democrats who will expand the progressive economic agenda, strengthen the power of the unions, and increase women’s access to comprehensive health services—including abortion.
This con game began during the 2004 presidential campaign with the creation of the Catholic Voting Project. The founders claimed they simply wanted to “promote the US Catholic bishops’ 2003 document Faithful Citizenship: A Catholic Call to Political Responsibility” and “encourage a dialogue which would allow Catholics to learn how their political views matched up to those of the bishops.” But the reality was that the Catholic Voting Project was always a front for electing pro-choice Democrats.
Catholics United and Catholics in Alliance for the Common Good
After Senator John Kerry lost his presidential bid, Chris Korzen, one of the leaders of the Catholic Voting Project blamed the defeat on Kerry’s messaging problems about abortion. A master at sophistry and community organizing (formerly an organizer for SEIU) Korzen realized that the cover had been blown on the Voting Project and disbanded—but kept the same agenda and leadership—reconstituting the Catholic Voting Project under the new name, Catholics United—a 501C-4. That same year Korzen also teamed up with left wing Catholics to help found the George Soros-subsidized Catholics in Alliance for the Common Good—a 501C-3. The two organizations shared staff members (Korzen’s 2007 salary of $84,821 as Executive Director of Catholics United was paid out of Catholics in Alliance donations).


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Bids for Two Niobrara School Bldgs. Are Awarded By School Board Friday
Bids were awarded by the Niobrara County School Board Friday evening for the construction of a new Niobrara High School building and an addition to the present Lusk High School building to make it suitable for use as a grade school. Construction is expected to begin about April 1. The buildings are to be ready for school use by Sept. 1954.
The Spielgelberg Lumber and Building Co., of Laramie was awarded the general contract for the construction of both buildings on a bid of $473,000. The Plumbing, heating and ventilating contract was awarded to L.E. Poole of Torrington on a bid of $96,284 for both buildings. The electrical bid had not yet been awarded by The Herald's press time Wednesday pending investigation of references of some of the electrical bidders.
SPIEGELBERG WELL KNOWN
The Spiegelberg Co. is well-known in Wyoming building circles.The company has recently built the Memorial Football Stadium at the University of Wyoming, the State Office Building at Cheyenne, the new Goshen County Memorial Hospital, the new elementary school in Torrington as well as many other large buildings.
L.E. Poole, the plumbing, heating and ventilating contractor, did the work on the Torrington buildings with Spielberg.
The bids were opened in the eight grade room of the Lusk Grade School building by Burton Hall, president of the school board, in the presence of some 60 bidders and spectators Thursday evening.
Bids were accepted separately for the new buildings or together as well as on two alternated plans omitting portions of the buildings.
Spiegelberg's bid was above the $459,000 bid of the Stonberger Construction Co., of S. Dak. However, when the mandatory statute allowing an in-state bidder 5% preference over out-of-state bidders was applied. Spiegelberg's bid was low by $9650. Poole's bid was the lowest plumbing bid.
OTHER BIDS GIVEN
Other general contract bids were: Fullen Construction, Inc., of Scottsbluff, $515,270 for both buildings: Oscar Bostrum, $136,021.45 for the addition and $378,561.54 for the new high school building, no bid for both buildings was submitted; and Hancock-Carson, Inc., of Cheyenne for the new high school building, $390, 272.
On the plumbing, heating and ventilating contract other bids were: Midwest Hardware Co. of Lusk, for the addition $42,500.89 and $78,746.61 for the new high school. No bid was submitted on both buildings; Miller Plumbing and Heating Co., of Cheyenne, $103,377 for both buildings, $41,438 for the addition, $61,939 for the high school; Gray's Plumbing and Heating Co., of Scottsbluff $113,000 for both buildings, , $67,071 for the high school, $46,952 for the addition.
The new high school building is a combination one and two-story building with a separated agriculture and industrial arts building connected to the main high school building with a covered walk.
The addition to the present Lusk high school building is a one-story addition and will be added onto the north side.
The model of the new high school is not on display in the window of The Lusk Herald. Both buildings are of a modernistic design.
The buildings were designed by the architectural firm of Sternberg and Murrin. Eugene D. Sternberg is the architect working directly on the Niobrara buildings. The high school is so designed that it many be built onto in the future. An appropriate position has been purposely been left for a gymnasium and auditorium addition.


Denali National Park and Preserve celebrates 100 years
The Denali Visitor Center is open during winter for the first time ever as the park celebrates its centennial, park officials say.
The Denali National Park and Preserve was established on Feb. 26, 1917 as Mount McKinley National Park, park spokeswoman Katherine Belcher explained in a statement. The park’s name was later changed, followed by the mountain’s name in 2016 during the Obama administration.
To celebrate 100 years, the park hosted a Winterfest Weekend, which included a myriad of outdoor and indoor events, including a birthday cake and cupcakes.
— Denali National Park (@DenaliNPS) February 25, 2017
Visitors are asked to check in with ranger staff at the Murie Science and Learning Center or the Denali Visitor Center for the latest conditions in the park.
“Just in time for Winterfest at Denali National Park and Preserve, Mother Nature dumped several of inches of snow to kick off the weekend’s festivities,” Belcher wrote. “The heavy snowfall prompted park officials to close the road at milepost three, but the closure will have very minimal impact on activities.”
Celebration events are scheduled through summer, according to Belcher. The full schedule of events is available online.
The post Denali National Park and Preserve celebrates 100 years appeared first on KTVA 11.


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Florida is still awaiting a few more decisions. The Gators have four main targets left on the board, and they are sitting well with quite a number of them. "Gator Gauge" sees where these recruits are trending:
After leaning towards Florida for a long time, Brian Burns continues to trend away. The five-star defensive end took an official visit to Florida State and continues to trend towards FSU as Wednesday draws near.
Although Kristian Fulton took a visit this weekend, things remain the same for the four-star corner. Florida and LSU are still the two standing out for Fulton. The Gatros did everything they could to make feel Fulton and his family feel welcomed and reassured. But with no defensive back coach named and with the family issues happened at home, the Tigers seem to be where this recruitment is trending towards.
On Monday night, Kristian's father, Keith Fulton, texted FightinGators.com that his son will announce at his school at 11:45 AM CST. For this reason, although Fulton has not completely trended away from Florida it could seem it has started too. In all likelihood if he wanted to know who the DB coach was going to be, he could have waited to announce a couple of days after.
Nothing new on the John Simpson front. The four-star lineman has not committed to Clemson, the favorite, and that is great news for Florida-since the Tigers have been the favorite to land Simpson for months. Florida impressed on that visit and has made Simpson thing long and hard about coming to the Swamp.
This is where Bob and me differ. After talking to Tyrie Cleveland on Sunday night, after his official visit to Florida, I did not get the feeling the Gators were going to be his final destination. However, he seemed very frustrated at another reporter calling him for an interview, so I hesitate to completely go off the bandwagon. But I can see him heading to Arkansas or TCU since those are the two schools he brought up more without question.
However, Bob has reached out to a few people who are very confident Florida is in the running and is strong. In the end it seems like his recruitment is trending away from Texas and towards the SEC.
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August 13, 2019
McCarthy Holdings veteran Raymond Sedey has been promoted to the position of Chief Executive Officer of the company. Sedey will assume the position on Jan. 1, 2020, operating out of McCarthy’s Dallas office. The current CEO, Michael D. Bolen, will remain chairman of McCarthy’s board of directors.
Sedey is currently regional present of McCarthy’s Southern Region. He joined St. Louis-headquartered McCarthy in 2000 as a project engineer, and was promoted through roles including superintendent, project manager and director, vice president and executive vice president.
Sedey is actively involved in a variety of professional and community organizations, including the Dallas Regional Chamber, TEXO, American Heart Association, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Montana State University College of Engineering advisory board, to name a few.
Joe Jouvenal, another long-time McCarthy executive, will step into Sedey’s current job in January 2020. He, too, will work out of the Dallas office.
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Tuesday, February 7, 2012
"The Card Players" by Paul Cézanne sets the highest price paid for a work of art
According to sources, the transaction took place in 2011, but only last week it was revealed that the royal family of Qatar acquired Cézanne's painting "The Card Players" for the sum of €190 million (£158 million, $250 million), setting a new world record for a work of art in both auction and direct sales, beating the previous record of €106.4 million (£88.7 million, $141 million) paid for Jackson Pollock’s “No 5, 1948” sold by David Geffen in 2006. The highest at auction belong to "Nude, Green Leaves and Bust" by Pablo Picasso sold at Christie's, New York, for $106,4 million ($95 million without commissions and taxes) in 2011 to an anonymous buyer.
"The Card Players" had been in the hands of the Greek shipping magnate George Embiricos, who shortly before his death last winter, began manifesting his desire to sell it.
During the last decades he had received several generous offers, but only close to his death the painting would be finally sold to the highest bidder, the royal family of Qatar.
It has been rumored that art dealers Larry Gagosian and William Acquavella offered upward of $220 million for the painting.
With the recent purchases of Mark Rothko’s “White Center (Yellow, Pink and Lavender on Rose)” and Damien Hirst’s pill cabinet “Lullaby Spring,” Qatar is demonstrating its power to become one of the leading cultural centers in the world.
The name of Qatari king's daughter Sheikha Al Mayassa has been citted as having an important role in this subject.
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In recent years, the world of animated films has seen a surge in the production of sequels. These follow-up movies aim to expand upon the success and popularity of their predecessors, offering audiences a continuation of beloved stories and characters.
This article presents a curated list of what can be considered as some of the best animated sequel movies. The selection is based on various factors such as critical acclaim, box office success, and audience reception. By examining these films, readers will gain insights into the elements that contribute to the success of an animated sequel.
It is important to note that this list is subjective and does not encompass all available animated sequels; however, it serves as a starting point for those interested in exploring this subgenre further.
Toy Story 2
Toy Story 2, directed by John Lasseter and released in 1999, is widely regarded as one of the best animated sequels due to its well-crafted storyline and compelling character development.
The impact of Jessie’s character development is a significant aspect that contributes to the film’s success. Jessie, a cowgirl toy who was abandoned by her owner, undergoes a transformation throughout the movie, allowing viewers to witness her emotional growth and resilience. Her backstory evokes empathy from the audience and adds depth to the narrative.
Additionally, Toy Story 2 explores the emotional connection between Woody and Buzz. Their friendship evolves as they face challenges together, highlighting themes of loyalty and camaraderie. The bond between these iconic characters resonates with viewers on an emotional level, further enhancing the film’s appeal.
Through its well-executed storytelling and memorable character arcs, Toy Story 2 has solidified its place among the best animated sequels in cinematic history.
How to Train Your Dragon 2
In the critically acclaimed sequel, ‘How to Train Your Dragon 2’, viewers are immersed in a world where the bond between a young Viking and his loyal dragon transcends societal expectations, evoking a profound sense of wonder and emotional connection.
The film explores Hiccup’s growth as a leader, as he navigates the challenges of balancing his responsibilities to his tribe with his deep bond with Toothless, his dragon companion.
Throughout the movie, we witness Hiccup’s journey from an uncertain boy to a confident and compassionate leader. The filmmakers skillfully portray the complexity of their relationship through stunning animation and heartfelt storytelling.
This exploration of friendship and loyalty resonates strongly with audiences, reminding us of the power of true connections that can defy expectations and bring about personal growth.
Shrek 2, the highly anticipated follow-up to the original film, continues the hilarious and heartwarming adventures of everyone’s favorite ogre. The film successfully executes character development by delving deeper into Shrek’s personal growth as he navigates married life with Princess Fiona and encounters new challenges.
The romantic storyline is well-crafted, exploring the complexities of relationships and highlighting themes of acceptance and self-discovery. Additionally, Shrek 2 incorporates cultural references that appeal to a wide audience, enhancing its relatability.
The humor in the film is cleverly crafted, appealing to both young and mature viewers alike. Through its witty dialogue, well-timed comedic moments, and satirical take on fairy tales, Shrek 2 delivers an entertaining experience that surpasses its predecessor.
It remains a beloved animated sequel that showcases the power of storytelling through animation.
Finding Dory, a captivating underwater adventure, immerses viewers in the vibrant world of marine life as they follow the endearing blue tang fish on her quest to reunite with her long-lost family.
The film centers around Dory’s journey of self-discovery, as she battles her own forgetfulness and navigates through various challenges to find her place in the vast ocean.
Throughout the movie, the bond between Dory and Nemo is portrayed beautifully, showcasing their unwavering support for each other during their adventures. This heartwarming relationship not only adds depth to the story but also emphasizes the importance of friendship and loyalty.
Finding Dory appeals to an audience that desires liberation by promoting themes of resilience, determination, and embracing one’s true identity.
The Incredibles 2
The Incredibles 2, a highly anticipated superhero film, delves into the complexities of family dynamics and the challenges faced by individuals with extraordinary abilities as they strive to balance their personal lives and their responsibilities as crime-fighters. This sequel explores Jack Jack’s superpowers, adding an exciting element to the storyline. As the youngest member of the Incredible family, Jack Jack possesses a vast array of powers that are gradually discovered throughout the movie. His unpredictability and potential make him a fascinating character for viewers.
Additionally, The Incredibles 2 presents Elastigirl as a role model for young girls. With her intelligence, strength, and resilience, Elastigirl showcases that women can be powerful superheroes while also juggling familial responsibilities. Her portrayal breaks traditional gender stereotypes and empowers young girls to believe in their own capabilities.
To provide more depth on these aspects, here is a table summarizing some key points:
|Jack Jack’s Powers||Unpredictable and diverse superpowers that add excitement to the storyline|
|Elastigirl as Role Model||Intelligent, strong, and resilient female superhero challenging gender stereotypes|
Overall, The Incredibles 2 captivates audiences through its exploration of Jack Jack’s superpowers and its empowering portrayal of Elastigirl as a role model for young girls seeking liberation from societal expectations.
Kung Fu Panda 2
The Incredibles 2, a highly anticipated animated sequel, showcased the incredible powers of a superhero family.
Now, let’s shift our focus to another beloved franchise with an equally thrilling sequel – Kung Fu Panda 2. This film delves into the origins of Po’s Kung Fu and his transformative journey.
As the story unfolds, we witness Po’s quest to protect China from a formidable villain who plans to conquer it using a deadly weapon. Alongside his friends, the Furious Five, Po embarks on an adventure that tests his strength and determination.
Through this captivating narrative, viewers are not only entertained but also gain insight into perseverance and self-discovery. Kung Fu Panda 2 showcases stunning animation while exploring themes of identity and personal growth in a manner that resonates with audiences seeking liberation from societal constraints.
Frozen 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the beloved animated film, delves into a profound journey of self-discovery and empowerment as Elsa and her friends embark on an adventure beyond Arendelle to uncover the truth about their past and unlock their true potential. This installment explores the origins of Elsa’s powers, providing a captivating storyline that captivates audiences with its enchanting plot twists.
The evolution of Elsa’s character: Frozen 2 allows viewers to witness Elsa’s growth as she confronts her fears and embraces her unique abilities.
Unraveling family secrets: Through this sequel, fans are taken on a quest to understand the mysterious origin of Elsa’s magical powers and her connection to the enchanted forest.
Themes of self-discovery and empowerment: Frozen 2 resonates with audiences by highlighting themes such as finding one’s identity, embracing individuality, and unleashing hidden potentials.
With its compelling narrative and visually stunning animations, Frozen 2 offers a delightful experience for both children and adults alike. It encourages viewers to embrace their own journeys of self-discovery while celebrating the power within themselves.
Despicable Me 2
Despicable Me 2, a heartwarming continuation of the beloved franchise, takes audiences on a captivating journey as Gru embraces his paternal instincts and navigates the challenges of balancing his villainous past with his newfound role as a loving father.
The film explores Gru’s evolving transformation as a character, showcasing his growth from a notorious supervillain to a responsible and caring parent.
Despicable Me 2 also introduces new minions, those adorable little yellow creatures that have become fan favorites, who continue to provide laughter through their hilarious antics. The introduction of these new characters adds freshness and excitement to the story while still maintaining the essence of what made the first film so enjoyable.
Overall, Despicable Me 2 is an entertaining animated sequel that offers an engaging narrative and showcases Gru’s journey as he navigates the complexities of fatherhood.
Monsters University is a film that explores the origins of Mike and Sulley’s friendship during their college years at Monster University. The movie highlights their initial rivalry, which eventually transforms into a strong and lasting friendship. It delves into the world of scaring, providing an in-depth look at the training and challenges faced by aspiring scarers in this unique universe. Monsters University offers a fresh perspective on these beloved characters’ pasts while successfully capturing the essence of its predecessor, Monsters, Inc. The film creates a sense of nostalgia and connection to the original movie, allowing viewers to further appreciate the growth and development of Mike and Sulley’s relationship.
The Origins of Mike and Sulley’s Friendship
The friendship between Mike and Sulley in Monsters University can be traced back to their time as young students at the prestigious Scare School. Exploring character development, the film delves into the origins of their bond, shedding light on the factors that shaped their relationship.
Uncovering hidden secrets, it is revealed that initially, Mike and Sulley were not close friends but rather rivals with contrasting personalities and approaches to scaring. However, through a series of events and challenges they face together at the university, they gradually develop a mutual respect and understanding for one another.
Their shared experiences allow them to recognize each other’s strengths and weaknesses, ultimately leading to the formation of a deep friendship that withstands the test of time. This exploration of character development showcases how individuals with differences can overcome obstacles and forge strong connections based on trust and support.
Exploring the World of Scaring and the Monster University Experience
Exploring the dark depths of the scaring industry and delving into the labyrinthine halls of Monsters University, one is transported to a world where fear reigns supreme and aspiring monsters navigate a treacherous path towards becoming top-notch scarers.
Monster University provides an immersive experience, allowing individuals to witness firsthand the rigorous training and education required to excel in this competitive field. The university offers a comprehensive curriculum that encompasses various aspects of scaring, from study sessions on mastering scare tactics to practical exercises in simulated scare rooms.
As students venture through this monstrous institution, they encounter a diverse range of fellow monster classmates who bring their unique talents and perspectives into the mix. This vibrant community fosters collaboration and healthy competition, pushing each student to reach their full potential within the terrifying realm of scaring.
Monsters University truly encapsulates the essence of the monster world, providing an intriguing glimpse into this fascinating profession.
The Nostalgia and Connection to the Original Monsters, Inc.
Portraying a captivating narrative that draws upon the nostalgia of the original Monsters, Inc., Monster University seamlessly weaves together familiar characters and settings to create a compelling connection between the two films.
The film successfully taps into the audience’s nostalgia by revisiting beloved characters such as Mike Wazowski and James P. Sullivan, while also introducing new characters that fit seamlessly into this familiar world.
Through its clever storytelling and witty dialogue, Monster University evokes a sense of emotional connection for viewers who grew up watching Monsters, Inc.
This connection is further strengthened by the film’s exploration of friendship, personal growth, and the challenges faced by its protagonists.
By delving into these themes and allowing audiences to revisit their favorite monsters, Monster University creates an experience that not only captures the essence of the original film but also provides a nostalgic journey for fans.
The Lion King 2: Simba’s Pride
The Lion King 2: Simba’s Pride continues the story of Simba and the Pride Lands, exploring new challenges and characters that affect Simba’s family. The film introduces Kiara, Simba’s daughter, who becomes a central figure in the narrative.
As Kiara navigates her own journey, she must confront the legacy of her father and face external threats to maintain peace in the Pride Lands.
The musical score and emotional impact of The Lion King series are evident in this sequel, as it maintains the powerful storytelling and iconic songs that made its predecessor so beloved by audiences worldwide.
The Continuing Story of Simba and the Pride Lands
Simba’s journey and the ongoing struggles of the Pride Lands captivate audiences in these animated sequels.
The Lion King 2: Simba’s Pride continues the legacy of its predecessor by delving deeper into the family dynamics within the pride. The film explores Simba’s role as a father, as he grapples with his responsibilities to his daughter Kiara and the future of their kingdom.
It showcases the challenges of passing down knowledge and tradition from one generation to another, highlighting how family dynamics shape individuals and communities alike. Through captivating storytelling, this sequel emphasizes the importance of understanding one’s roots while also embracing change and growth.
Audiences are drawn into Simba’s personal journey as he navigates love, loss, and ultimately finds redemption in protecting his pride.
New Characters and Challenges for Simba’s Family
Introducing new characters and presenting them with challenges adds depth to Simba’s family, evoking a sense of empathy and anticipation in the audience. The introduction of new challenges for Simba’s family creates an opportunity for growth and development within the narrative. These challenges may vary from external threats to internal conflicts, testing the strength and resilience of Simba’s family bonds.
The inclusion of new characters not only expands the storyline but also provides fresh perspectives and dynamics. These additions bring diversity in personalities, backgrounds, and motivations, enriching the overall narrative experience. Audiences are drawn to these new characters as they offer different viewpoints on existing situations or introduce entirely novel storylines.
By incorporating these elements, animated sequels effectively engage viewers by offering a broader understanding of Simba’s family dynamics while keeping them invested in how these newly introduced challenges will be faced. This approach keeps audiences eagerly anticipating the outcomes that await their beloved characters as they navigate through unfamiliar territories.
The Musical and Emotional Impact of The Lion King Series
The musical and emotional impact of The Lion King series is evident through its ability to evoke strong emotions in the audience, creating a powerful connection between the characters and viewers. This connection is achieved through the masterful use of musicality, which enhances the storytelling and adds depth to the characters’ development.
The series features a rich and diverse soundtrack that includes iconic songs like ‘Circle of Life’ and ‘Can You Feel the Love Tonight,’ which not only entertain but also convey the characters’ emotions and motivations. Additionally, the series explores complex themes such as love, loss, identity, and responsibility, allowing for deep character development.
Through these elements, The Lion King series transcends its animated format and becomes a transformative experience for its audience.
- The seamless integration of music into the narrative enhances emotional moments.
- Dynamic character arcs showcase personal growth and transformation.
- Musical motifs create connections between characters and storylines.
- Emotional performances by voice actors bring authenticity to the characters’ struggles.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much money did each of these sequels gross at the box office?
The box office gross of these animated sequels varied, with some earning significantly more than their original films and others performing less favorably. The success of these sequels has had a significant impact on the animation industry, paving the way for more animated sequels in the future.
Are there any plans for a third installment in any of these animated franchises?
Possible storylines for a third installment in these animated franchises, as well as fan theories and speculation about their potential release, have not been discussed. However, fans may eagerly anticipate further development and continuation of these beloved animated franchises.
Did any of these sequels receive negative reviews from critics?
Some of these animated sequels received negative reviews from critics. However, a few sequels were recognized for their animation with awards. Additionally, some sequels featured a different voice cast compared to the original film.
Were any of these sequels directed by the same person who directed the original film?
Having the same director for both the original film and its sequel can have a significant impact on storytelling, as it allows for consistency in narrative vision and creative decisions. It helps maintain the visual style and tone of the original, ensuring a cohesive viewing experience.
Did any of these sequels introduce new characters to the franchise?
The introduction of new characters in animated sequels can have a significant impact on the storyline and fan reception. Comparing their popularity and character development to the original ones is crucial in understanding their contribution to the franchise.
The article explores a list of the best animated sequels movies. These movies have successfully continued the stories and characters from their predecessors and have been well-received by audiences. Animated sequels can be just as enjoyable and captivating as their original films.
The list includes the following movies:
- Toy Story 2
- How to Train Your Dragon 2
- Shrek 2
- Finding Dory
- The Incredibles 2
- Frozen 2
- Despicable Me 2
- Monsters University
- The Lion King 2: Simba’s Pride
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