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Summer festivals spurred lots of changes in downtown Kalamazoo. Now those festivals are going through some big changes themselves.
Used to be, you could set up a ticket booth, food and beer tables, roll in a portable stage for a few bands, all on a hot blacktop parking lot, and you'd have a summer festival in Kalamazoo.
"That's all you had to do! You could even put up a crappy old ticket booth out there, and people would walk up and buy a ticket, and volunteers would sit in that hot booth, and they would go, 'just get me a beer afterwards, I'll sit here for two hours,'" Deb Droppers, former Ribfest organizer, says. That was about 25 years ago.
"Now, we've got to make the ticket booth pretty on the outside, they've got to be branded to the major sponsor, and they have to include wi-fi and a fan."
In the '80s-early '90s, "you could literally fence-off a parking lot, bring down a band, and all you'd served was beer," says Wayne Deering, former Taste and Island Fest organizer. "And the place was packed, because there was nothing else to do."
Starting in the mid-'80s, Kalamazoo fostered a summer outdoor festival scene. The city and festival organizers promoted festivals as a great way to get people downtown.
And it was. But it also forced local venues to compete with their own outdoor celebratory event spaces. Those created an environment in which the festivals had to compete, to grow larger, and bring in bigger-named entertainment.
The aforementioned parking lot was transformed into the Arcadia Creek Festival Place. Festival site costs rose. Casino demand raised the price of name-brand classic rock acts that had been festival headliners. Thunderstorms and tornado warnings threatened investments of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Nonprofit groups (in order to gain a temporary liquor license for Arcadia, festivals must be fundraisers for nonprofits) and their event organizers/backers strained under the load.
Festivals have changed the city's cultural and economic environment, which, in turn, is changing the festivals. They need to be bigger, and straddle the line between being unique events and keeping a mass audience appeal.
Two of the five venerable three-day festivals, RibFest
and Taste of Kalamazoo
, have been sold to Townsquare Media, a digital media/live events/radio corporation located in Connecticut. Another, Kalamazoo Island Festival
, went to a local reggae booking agency, who changed the date and moved it out of Arcadia to the Growlers Baseball Field.
Dionysos Greek Festival (June 4-6) and the Kalamazoo Blues Festival (July 9-11) remain on the site and under local ownership. There are also one and two-day festivals, America On Tap (its first was May 30), Kalamazoo Pride (June 12-13) and Irish Festival (June 26-27).
"Deep Corporate Pockets"
Droppers remembers when, if you wanted a beer and entertainment in Kalamazoo, you had a choice between a few trendy discos, The Club Soda or "The Back Door -- that was a biker bar! That was a dangerous place to go."
Now there are the large indoor/outdoor performance spaces at Bell's Eccentric Cafe and the Entertainment District. Other downtown bars and restaurants are pushing out onto downtown sidewalks with cafes, and bringing in live music.
Droppers adds that the festivals at the downtown festival site ”impact all of these great outdoor venues,” around downtown.
Fests have growing competition, expenses, and risks. They are no longer unique weekends of "celebratory recreation," Droppers says. They are under pressure to become larger, "high-impact entertainment" events to sell enough tickets to pay for all the expense.
So fests need a partner with "deep corporate pockets," she says.
For 18 years, Droppers' The Event Company
partnered with The Arc Community Advocates in organizing Ribfest. She's also been behind the New Years Fest, Art Hop, Mixer on the Mall and many other events.
Droppers has been working to create an event-friendly environment in downtown Kalamazoo since the late ’80s.” Before she started her company in 1994, she served as communications manager for the City of Kalamazoo, and worked for the city to help festivals get off the ground.
"We felt as a city back in the early 1990s that events would transform the city of Kalamazoo," she says. "The city thought, if we supported these festivals, the festivals would promote city of Kalamazoo tourism, right? And also a quality-of-life that involved the ability to celebrate the things that were intrinsic to our community.... We as a community would create a culture that engaged, enhanced, and empowered people to celebrate."
The huge community booster is now working on smaller events, as well as New Year's Fest. And as an instructor in public affairs and administration, Droppers is behind a Western Michigan University minor degree program in event management.
She handed RibFest to Townsquare in 2014 because "it just got more expensive. And I'm going to blame the casinos.... I'm not complaining, it's just a matter of fact," she says. "They could pay the bands more than what we could pay them."
She also cited weather, site fees, audience demands and the need to innovate as strains.
Townsquare Media owns five pop, rock and country stations, plus one AM talk station, in the area. They can relentlessly promote events on-air, plus use a carrot-and-stick method of getting acts to play the festival: "You can tell a national band, 'You know what? We're not playing your music unless you agree to play for an eighth of the cost you would normally charge,'" Droppers says.
She says their event division follows the same model as Live Nation Entertainment. Live Nation, a national monolith which owns over 100 major venues, has merged with Ticketmaster, and is buying up national festivals like Bonnaroo. "It is, academically, event marketing at its best," she says with some admiration.
Keep the local flavor while following national models?
Townsquare's first Ribfest had perfect weather last year. Friday night's headliner Dennis DeYoung of '70s-'80s arena rock band Styx "packed the festival. We had a line down to the Radisson," Dana Schmitt, Townsquare's Kalamazoo area events manager, says.
Her biggest worry was, "Are we getting close to capacity here?" Around 6,000 people swarmed in to hear DeYoung celebrate "The Best of Times." She was able to give The Arc Community Advocates a check for "just under $14,000."
In 2013, Townsquare bought Cumulus stations in this market. They set up a local events office and hired Schmitt in February, 2014.
This year's Ribfest headliners are country singer Chase Bryant Aug. 6, classic rock band Blue Oyster Cult on Aug. 7 and hit-making country artist Craig Morgan Aug. 8. (Taste has signed
Gin Blossoms as the Saturday night headliner. The Friday night act had yet to be announced at daedline.)
With each year, they'll "step it up" in booking acts, Schmitt says. "We have somebody in our corporate offices, that's his job solely, and he does it well."
Having radio stations is a big help in marketing fests and finding acts, she says. "Certain (stations) can take ownership of an event and highlight it just because of how great a fit it is with its audience." For Ribfest, rock station "107.7 WRKR has really taken a lead on that, and our country station 102.5," she says. "For Taste, 103.3 WKFR is going to be more of our lead station."
She envisions contemporary pop acts for Taste, "and the local and regional acts will help round out that. We're not looking to make it a pop music fest by any means, because with Taste, that's what we want to keep to, highlighting a variety of music, variety of food, and beer, too."
But what about large acts that don't fit neatly into any of their radio formats? Would we see another Buddy Guy, Chicago blues legend who was the highlight of the 2013 Taste, for example?
"I definitely think so," she says. "People just want to hear good music." For people who are there for ribs or the variety of Taste food vendors, "music can add to that atmosphere, you might see artists that you never would've thought of to see otherwise.... That is really cool, really unique, and something key to the festival experience."
Kalamazoo is a unique, multicultural town with college students, and blue and white collar workers, all willing to have a good time on a summer weekend. Can a publicly-traded company in Connecticut keep up the Kazoo fest spirit?
Schmitt says they can. She is from the east side of the state; she earned a Kalamazoo College degree in 2010. "I stayed here. I just fell in love with the area." Townsquare's local office has near-50 people on staff, most from Kalamazoo and Battle Creek. "We're all local, we're all here, from our sales team to our radio DJs."
The national company wants to know "what would work well in our markets," she says. "We live here, and we want to create events that we would enjoy, and hope other people would, too."
But, "at the same time we have the support, corporately, in terms of our financial backing and the ideas I can bring to this area from other markets, because we have those connections with our different markets across the country.”
'Activity Is What Economies Thrive On'
With Taste and Island out of his hands, Deering hopes that all Kalamazoo fests keep their individual characteristics. "It's important for each festival to not lose sight of its purpose, its theme, what it is -- and to keep improving on that," he says. "They can't just play lip service to a theme, and then become a rock beer fest at night. They have to be what they were intended to be."
Deering agrees with Droppers that the festivals generated an outdoor-entertainment culture in the city. And some of it is due to food, drink, entertainment businesses competing with the fests, he thinks.
But it's not all about competition. "Much of the activity by downtown businesses is complementary -- the outdoor spaces, complementary activities like sidewalk sales and all, this creates a synergy, a connection. The Taste always tried first to attract downtown restaurants, and was originally called the Taste of Downtown, it was an effort to connect, not compete."
Schmitt agrees that a successful festival must work with, not compete with, the community. "For events to be successful you have to work with other people, businesses, vendors -- that's what makes an event great, is when the community comes together behind it," Schmitt says.
During some summer weekends it seems like there is too much to do in Kalamazoo, and that is a good thing. Deering adds, "activity is what economies thrive on."
Mark Wedel is a Kalamazoo freelance writer. He’s been covering area festivals for print media since 1994.
6:30 p.m. June 4: This story has been updated for clarification.
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Islam has long been a part of the West in terms of religion, culture, politics and society. Discussing this interaction from al-Andalus to the present, this Handbook explores the influence Islam has had, and continues to exert; particularly its impact on host societies, culture and politics. Highlighting specific themes and topics in history and culture, chapters cover: European paradigms, Muslims in the Americas, Cultural interactions, Islamic cultural contributions to the Western world, Western contributions to Islam. Providing a sound historical background, from which a nuanced overview of Islam and Western society can be built, the Routledge Handbook of Islam in the West brings to the fore specific themes and topics that have generated both reciprocal influence, and conflict.... of Amina Wadud transcends the boundaries of academic publishing and is available as a free e-book: www.bu.edu/religion/files/2010/03/A-Jihad-for-Justice -for-Amina- Wadud-2012-1.pdf. ... aa(2004) aAmina Waduda#39;s Hermeneutics of the Qura#39;an: Women Rereading Sacred Texts, a in Taji-Farouki, S. (ed.) ... After Patriarchy: Feminist Transformations of the Worlda#39;s Religions, New York: Orbis Books, pp.
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Mitch Daniels was seen as a potential challenger to President Obama until he opted out of running last year. After his rebuttal of Obama's State of the Union address Tuesday, some GOP elites are openly longing for a Mitch Daniels candidacy.
Ron Paul has yet to win a Republican primary or caucus. But his aim is to steadily gain delegates, building a movement and perhaps getting recognition at his party's nominating convention.
As front-runner in the Republican presidential nominating race, Newt Gingrich is a natural target for critics. At this point, it's mainly conservatives and fellow Republicans questioning his character and leadership qualities.
12/10/2011 08:35 am
A new Romney ad released Friday lambasts Newt Gingrich for his criticism last spring of a fellow Republican. The gloves are off, but the Romney campaign is so far using surrogates for the fight.
12/09/2011 09:36 am
Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels says the nation’s economic situation 'has become so grave and the failure of current policy so obvious' that Rick Perry or any other Republican could beat Obama.
09/23/2011 03:18 pm
At Thursday night's Republican presidential candidates debate, the focus was on front-runner Texas Gov. Rick Perry. He was the main target of criticism, especially from Mitt Romney.
09/23/2011 01:35 am
Some of President Obama's sharpest critics – from Glenn Beck to Pat Buchanan – spoke positively of his speech at the memorial service in Tucson Wednesday. But the collegial tone will be tested next week with a repeal of health-care reform on the docket.
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For a guy who took a 'shellacking' in the midterm elections six weeks ago, President Obama is doing pretty well during this lame-duck political period. Still, his approval rating keeps dropping.
12/19/2010 04:16 pm
The Senate overwhelmingly passed the GOP-Obama tax deal Wednesday. But in the House, both parties are balking, which means conservative 'blue dog' Democrats could be crucial.
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Lawsuit seeks to overturn Ark. gay marriage ban
An attorney for three same-sex couples has filed a federal lawsuit, asking a judge to overturn Arkansas' ban on gay marriage.
The lawsuit filed Monday comes after the U.S. Supreme Court recently blocked imposition of a gay marriage ban in California.
Three Arkansas gay couples are plaintiffs in the federal court action. A similar suit was filed earlier in state court. The lawsuit is aimed at overturning the Arkansas ban that was approved by voters in 2004. Eleven gay couples are parties in that lawsuit.
A group is also working to get a measure on the 2014 ballot to legalize same-sex marriage. The Arkansas attorney general's office on Friday rejected proposed wording for the ballot measure.

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The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) published a proposed rule [Docket No. FR 6122-P-01] that would revise the Mark-to-Market program regulations to clarify that all annual rent adjustments for projects subject to a restructuring plan are by application of an operating cost adjustment factor (OCAF) established by HUD. The current regulations contain a provision authorizing HUD to approve a request for a budget-based rent adjustment in lieu of an OCAF. However, this provision is both contrary to the governing statutory framework and inconsistent with Mark-to-Market renewal contracts, which allow only OCAF rent adjustments. The proposed rule would conform the regulations to the governing statutory provision, the terms of Mark-to-Market renewal contracts, and the programmatic practice of adjusting rents annually only by OCAF.
NAHMA strongly recommends members to provide comments to us on the impact of these anticipated program regulations, by September 04, 2020. NAHMA would like to provide comments on this proposed rule, based on member concerns.
The Rent Adjustments in the Mark-to-Market Program proposed rule is attached and can be found here.


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Hello, my name is Annya and I am a 23 year old freelance illustrator & designer.
I grew up in many parts of Canada but currently reside in Southern Ontario. I recieved my diploma in graphic design in 2013 but these days I spend most of my time painting & being the bunny mother of Oats, Peaches and Olive. My work is mainly inspired by quiet everyday moments, vintage fashion, and my fondness for the comfort of home. I work in both traditional and digital mediums.

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crazy mom quilts ) home base until she recently moved.
The shop had a cozy warm atmosphere, with lots of great fabric lines.
And then we made our way here ............
Lori Holt's Scissor quilt pattern??
It was such an eye catching quilt as you walk in the front door. This quilt shop was having a 25% off everything sale, including their sale fabric. Yep, I had to have a little :-)
One more stop tomorrow. Hope you aren't weary of seeing these great places. I love to taking you along on these quilt shop tours.

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Published on May 1, 2019 9:39 pm, by Pete Lalor
Wow. Who knew that being a pet owner could be so expensive! We’ve collected some hints and tips on saving money on the things you need to do and buy for your pets.
Pets & Pet Care
When it comes to things like Pet Grooming, you can do it yourself for nothing. There are plenty of resources available online to let you know how and what equipment you may need:
If you find it difficult, did you know that it’s often less costly for the vet to clip your animal’s nails than it is for a pet groomer or pet shop assistant? But don’t take our word for it, check in with your vet and the local pet groomers.
Pet training is often an early expense for new pet owners. However, it is another thing you can do at home. Here are some sites to get you started if you wish to do your own training –
If you have become a dog owner and want to take your pet to pet training then the options from most expensive to least are –
When it comes to purchasing equipment and accessories to care for your pet or for their enjoyment, it’s certainly worth shopping around. Many of the more well-known pet stores do have Price Match Guarantees.
These stores all have a price match guarantee on the products they sell. If you go into a physical store, we suggest doing an online price check and if you find the products cheaper, ask them to match the price.
There are a couple of ways to keep your costs lower here –
Vet programs are available through some major pet retailers and they provide consultations at an all-inclusive price. An example may be https://www.bestfriendspets.com.au/complete-care.
There are lots of advocates out there for making your own pet food. It can be as simple as a pot of boiling water with meat and veg offcuts, perhaps also adding in some mince and rice.
Other tips include –
Price Match Guarantee
These stores all have a price match guarantee on the products they sell. If you go into a physical store, we suggest doing an online price check and if you find the food cheaper, ask them to match the price.
The more research we do into Pet Insurance the more polarising we understand that it really is. Many people who have had pet insurance express unhappiness with policy choices, premiums and the claims process. Some others say it’s the only way to go citing the tens of thousands in vet bills it has saved them.
Pro-pet insurance advocates say:
Anti-pet insurance advocates say:
If you decide pet insurance is for you, research your policy, ask your vet for a recommendation, and read reviews from others who have insured with that company. Here is a good place to start in your research for pet insurance – https://www.choice.com.au/money/insurance/pet/buying-guides/pet-insurance
If you do buy Pet Insurance, it makes sense to buy it when your pet is young. Generally premiums increase steeply as your pet gets older. Once you’ve selected a provider you are pretty much stuck with them for as long as you want the policy as well because competitors will generally charge more (because your pet will be older than when you first took out the policy and pre-existing conditions won’t be covered).
If you decide pet insurance isn’t for you, it’s important to set aside funds for a pet emergency. Many people manage their unexpected pet expenses by opening an account and depositing a regular amount, maybe in line with the cost of pet insurance premiums. Then if they need the money they have it there. If they don’t, what a bonus, they have thousands of dollars they would have otherwise spent on premiums.
Make sure your dog or cat is registered, as if you do not do so you may be fined. The cost of registering a desexed animal is slightly less than a non-desexed animal. Registering protects pets, owners, and the community. It increases the chances of your pet being returned to you safely if they get lost.
New South Wales
In NSW failure to register your animal can result in a $330 fine. Pet registration is for a lifetime. The cost is –
In QLD failure to register your animal can result in a $266 fine. Pet registration is an annual fee. Registration costs vary between local councils, the annual cost in Brisbane is –
Pet registration is an annual cost in Victoria and varies per council area. Failure to register your animal can result in a fine up to $500. In Melbourne the annual registration cost is –
WA has a variety of options for paying Pet registration with different prices for dogs and cats. You can also choose to pay annually, 3 yearly or for a lifetime. You will find the current rates for Perth here: https://www.perth.wa.gov.au/live-and-work/residents/pets-and-animals
In Tasmania, failure to register your animal can result in a fine between $168 and $840. Pet registration is an annual fee. The annual cost for standard animals is –
In Tasmania, failure to register your animal can generally result in a fine between $170 and $750. Pet registration is an annual fee. The annual cost for standard animals is –
You can register your pet for annually, for 5 years or for their lifetime. Eligible Concession Cardholders will receive discounts. Fees and charges are listed here https://www.darwin.nt.gov.au/live/pets-wildlife/great-pets-start-with-you/pet-registration-microchipping
Australian Capital Territory
Pets are registered in the ACT for their lifetime. Eligible Concession Cardholders will receive discounts. Fees and charges are listed here https://www.cityservices.act.gov.au/about-us/fees_and_charges
In the ACT owners of dogs can also be fined for not exercising their pets.
Peter is the CEO of MoneyBrilliant. He has over 20 years experience in banking, insurance and accounting. Peter has three sons, ranging in age from 16 to 3, is a sport and fitness fanatic and a volunteer firefighter. He is passionate about improving people's lives through making financial services more accessible.

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My Grandma and Me
There are good books, great books and books that transcend generation to generation. My Grandma and Me is one of those books that you will share with your children and grandchildren. It not only transcends generation but cultures as well and highlights friendship, love and sharing culture and religion with your loved ones.
Written by Mina Javaherbin and based on her actual experiences with her grandmother, we are taken to Iran where our lovely little Mina is cooking with her grandmother. Illustrator Lindsey Yankey spares no expense with the beautiful mesmerizing illustrations.
Mina and her grandmother cook together, shop together, create together and pray together. They wake up for namaz and visit friends at the mosque during Ramadan.
Love Above All
Mia has her best friend Annette and her grandmother. Both families get together so the girls can play and the grandmothers can chat and sew. Both Mia’s Muslim grandmother and Annette’s Christian grandmother pray for each other. The bond that is created between two best friends using religion to lift each other up is a lesson we wish the whole world could learn.
Mina watches her grandmother make chadors and uses them as capes for her imaginative epic space adventures.
In the book you can tell that Mina’s grandmother takes great delight in her granddaughter’s beautiful personality and now as a labor of love, Mina writes this book as a tribute and a love story to her grandmother.
If more people grew up to be Mina’s grandmother, where love is was dictates her every move, the world would be a much better place.
A beautiful story for children about friendship and family and a wonderful story for adults to show that family is everything and love truly conquers all. If you are looking for a book full of positivity, kindness and family values, this is the book that will stay with your family and transcend through each generation.


Hyundai Mobis develops world’s first air bags for sun roofs
SEOUL-- Hyundai Mobis Co., South Korea's largest auto parts maker by sales, has developed an air bag system for a sun roof for the first time in the automobile industry, the company said Wednesday.
"In the past two and a half years, the company has developed the air bag system mainly for panoramic sun roofs in sport-utility vehicles to minimize impacts in case of a rollover crash," a company spokesman said by phone.
The advanced technology development will help Hyundai Mobis win air bag orders particularly for panoramic sun roofs in SUVs in the world's 6 trillion won (US$5.3 billion) air bag market, he said.
The air bag market is expected to grow by an average of 11 percent a year by 2022 as global demand for SUVs is on the rise, Hyundai Mobis said in a statement.
It takes 0.08 second for the air bag system for a sun roof to go off and prevent serious neck and head injuries in a rollover accident, it said.
Hyundai Mobis is an affiliate of Hyundai Motor Group, the world's fifth-largest carmaker by sales.
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In 2020, Out of 3.4 million electric cars sold in the world, only 328K was in the US... Compared to 1.39 million in Europe and 1.33M in China. Why is it that the US seems to have only a quarter of the sales than China and Europe?
I think the answer lies in effective government incentives. Similar to the GPS, General Satellite technology and the internet revolut ion (Think DARPA), the government can play a vital role in the adoption and the innovation in any ground-breaking technology.
Both Europe and China have had a head-start in policy pushing the universality of electrification. The US, however has been taking some steps too! Recently, the Biden administration has invested in building the domestic supply chain for batteries, a critical piece of the EV revolution.
Today, on Things Have Changed, we’re going to talk about what governments are doing to clean up supply chains and pursue EV dominance.
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Feb 1, 2011, 1:47 PM EDT
Not breaking news: it’s snowing … just about everywhere. (It’s even snowy here in good old non-traditional Texas, of all places.)
Who knows if any other games will follow suit, but Darren Pang reports that the Colorado Avalanche at St. Louis Blues game has been postponed because of weather concerns.
Apparently hockey players can have “snow days” too. Kudos to whichever official decided to err on the side of safety. After all, no one wants to get stuck on a highway for eight hours tonight.
Don’t worry though, hockey fans, there are still plenty of games to watch. Until further notice, there are 12 other games occurring on this Tuesday back from the all-star break.
- One more time, with feeling: Flames stage yet another comeback, eliminate Vancouver 11
- Keith conquers: Blackhawks come back, eliminate Predators 36
- Red Wings smother Lightning, take 3-2 series lead 17
- Going the distance: Isles edge Caps to force Game 7 29
- WATCH LIVE: Today’s Stanley Cup playoff action 6
- Lucic issues statement on father’s passing 10
- Hall caught off guard by Oilers’ front office shuffle 18
- Wild’s Dubnyk shakes off six-goal night, saves 36 as Blues pushed to brink 34
- WATCH LIVE: Tonight’s Stanley Cup Playoff action 5
- Malkin: ‘I want to say sorry to fans, to my teammates’ 58
- Too little, too late: Rangers stifle Penguins for 2-1 series lead (114)
- It’s Done: Rangers eliminate Penguins in overtime (108)
- Bettman under fire after saying ‘Katy Perry’ chant wasn’t sexist (92)
- Okposo blasts ‘idiot’ Wilson after physical outing versus Isles (82)
- Preds, Forsberg finally solve Darling, push series to Game 6 (76)

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BEAR LAKE, Utah, Aug. 4, 2016 (Gephardt Daily) — The mother and daughter who drowned Wednesday at Bear Lake died as heroes, a family friend said.
“Both died heroically,” said Greg Rechtenbach, a spokesman for the family of Jennifer Labourne, 37, and her daughter Brooklyn, 11, who drowned Wednesday afternoon during a family outing at Bear Lake, near the town of Fish Haven.
“They took courageous actions. They made decisions to be proud of.”
The two were trying to save a young relative from drowning when they lost their lives.
According to a new release from Chief Deputy Bart Heslington, of the Bear Lake County Sheriff’s Office, the problems began when a sudden storm generated high winds, and drove Brooklyn and her 8-year-old cousin, who were sharing an inflated water toy, farther from the shore than was safe.
Jennifer Anne Lambourne and other family members rushed into the water to help the girls back to shore.
“At some point the 8-year-old fell off the inflatable and into the water,” the Bear River Sheriff’s Department statement reads. “When this child was struggling in the water Brooklyn jumped into the water to help her cousin stay afloat. Other family members and people in the area also assisted in the rescue efforts. At some point Brooklyn went under the water and did not surface.
“Jennifer reached the 8-year-old child, and also worked to keep her afloat. Jennifer eventually went under the water. The people rendering aid were able to get the 8-year-old child and Jennifer back to shore. Both were transported by Bear Lake County Ambulance Service to Bear Lake Memorial Hospital. Efforts to revive Jennifer were unsuccessful and she was pronounced dead at the hospital.”
The 8-year-old survived. At the lake, efforts to find Brooklyn continued. Her body was recovered at about 7 p.m. Wednesday.
Surviving the mother and daughter in the family of four are the father and son, Joshua Lambourne and Boston, age 10.
“They are surrounded by their extended family,” Rechtenbach said. “This is obviously a devastating blow. Today, they are just trying to stay close to one another and just process and try to cope with the situation, and now to move forward, what the next steps are going to be.”
If it had its choice, the family would like to focus not on the details of the accident, but how the mother and daughter lived their lives, Rechtenbach said.
“Jenny was the wonderful mother of two beautiful children,” he said. “She was an a wonderful educator to many of the young children here in the Daybreak community. She built them up, gave them quality educational experiences, and really helped them to love learning.
“And Brooklyn was a wonderful little girl. She had some really close friendships with girls in the neighborhood who will miss her dearly.
“They were a close family, and loved taking advantage of all the opportunities that life afforded them. And the legacy of Jenny and Brooklyn will live on in the character they exemplified in a difficult situation. They did what most of us wish we would have the character to do.”
If you would like to visit the GoFundMe page set up for Lambournes, click here.


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Christmas Markets are usually associated with Germany or Eastern European cities such as Prague, Budapest and Krakow, however you don’t have to go far on a city break to find one. Christmas markets have been popping up all over the UK in recent years and there are many which even rival the ones in Europe. Here’s a list of our top five.
Bath Christmas Market 24 November -11 December
The Bath Christmas Market has slowly become one of the most famous Christmas Markets in the UK and attracts thousands of tourists each year. Set in front of the majestic Bath Abbey and the quaint streets around, the idyllic market consists of traditional wooden huts selling a range of handmade crafts, wooden toys, decorations, candles, jewellery, puppets, scarves and knitwear. At night the market has a feeling of a winter wonderland glittering in tiny white lights. Indulge in the Christmas activities by enjoying a mug of mulled wine while you shop.
Canterbury Traditional Christmas Market 17 November – 24 December
The picturesque medieval city of Canterbury hosts a yearly Yule-tide Christmas market serving traditional German fare of mulled wine, bratwurst and gingerbread, backed by German folk music. The charmingly decorated wooden stalls sell a range of quirky handmade products. For something extra festive visit A Canterbury Christmas Through the Ages exhibition at Canterbury Heritage Museum from 2 December – 4 December, featuring costumed characters, Santa’s grotto, an Anglo-Saxon Christmas celebration and a Tudor style Christmas market.
Dickens Christmas Market at Rochester Castle 30 November – 18 December
What could be more festive than a Dickens Christmas market filled with twinkling trees, street performers, carol singers and magical lantern parades? Set to the beautiful backdrop of Rochester Castle the market is the biggest in the South East. Stalls will be traditional German style selling a range of festive goods and children can meet Mr and Mrs Santa Claus at their temporary home set up in the grounds.
Cirencester Christmas Market 25 November - 11 December
This enchanting Christmas market is set in the heart of the idyllic Cotswolds, an area which has been famous for its markets since the Roman times. The Cirencester Christmas Market will feature festively adorned wooden chalets, and events include a lantern procession, live music and performers. Enjoy traditional the Christmas food and drink on offer as well as Christmas craft workshops for kids.
Lincoln Christmas Market 1 December – 4 December
Lincoln was home to the first ever German Christmas market in the UK, in 1982 with just 11 stalls. Now it is home to well over 250 stalls selling a range of festive crafts and treats. The market brings over 150,000 visitors to the historic streets of Lincoln each year and for some it’s the highlight of the city’s calendar. The link with Germany is still strong with stallholders from Germany coming over to sell their Christmas treats and gifts. Stroll around the cobble streets and medieval square shopping for handmade ceramics, painted glass, artwork, jewellery and wooden toys, while nibbling on German marzipan and gingerbread cookies.

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text: The First Division Football League kicks off on Saturday 11th at various venues around the country. The Vice President of the Federation of Uganda Football Associations, Richard Barigye, says the season matches will be at district stadiums to encourage grassroots interest in the game. //Cue in: iThe first round #i Cue out: i# 24th June 2006.i// Barigye says the First Division Football League is an opportunity for clubs in the Super League to spot talent and identify players with potential. He says it is also a good grooming ground for potential Super League teams. All districts in Uganda are invited to participate in the First Division League, provided they have 5 registered teams to compete in the action.

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The use of force is the core role of the police. Think about it for a second. Just about everything the police do involves the use, threatened use, or implied use of some type of force. From their simple presence, to firing a weapon, force is the central element of the police officer’s job.
Watching the news these days exposes you to steady coverage of police shooting unarmed people. Based upon the frequency of the coverage, you would think the police are constantly gunning down members of the public on a routine basis. In actuality, use of deadly force by the police is extremely rare.
Most officers go their entire careers without ever firing their weapons except during training. While no national statistics are available on police firearms discharges, the New York Police Department (NYPD) in 2015, for example, recorded 35 incidents of firearms discharges during “adversarial conflicts” that year.
That translates to less than 1 firearm discharge for every 1,000 members of the NYPD. Managing use of force, however, is probably the most critical job your police department can do. One bad incident can cost a community financially, as well as in terms of an erosion of trust.
Even a lawful and proper use of force can sometimes look bad when it is portrayed on video and in the media. As the expression goes: “Sometimes lawful, looks awful.”
Key Questions to Ask
Is your department prepared? Do you hire the right officers, and are they equipped with the right equipment, training, and supervision to use force properly? How does the department respond to use-of-force incidents after they occur?
Does—or should—the community have a say in how all of this gets done? These and many important questions should be front and center in your discussions with the police department. The answers can mean the difference between life and death.
In March 2016, the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF) published a report entitled Guiding Principles on the Use of Force. In the wake of the shooting of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, PERF understood that this topic needed greater scrutiny and embarked on an 18-month inquiry into police use of force.
PERF convened two separate conferences involving hundreds of police officials from around the world. It commissioned a national survey of police chiefs, conducted three field studies on effective training and tactics (Scotland, Northern Ireland, and New York City), and conducted numerous focus groups with various police officers from around the country.
The product of this work was the Guiding Principles report (www.policeforum.org/assets/30%20guiding%20principles.pdf). Thirteen of the principles involve changes in policy, 11 involve training, 4 involve equipment, and 2 involve training for 911 call takers and dispatchers. All of them are related to using the minimum amount of force necessary and to de-escalate incidents to the greatest extent possible.
Police groups around the country immediately criticized the report. Characterized as a knee-jerk reaction to a series of isolated and sensational incidents, the PERF report is said to view cops as bad, their tactics bad, and their training bad.1 The reality, it is argued, is that the police are the best-trained and most-respected part of government, and the PERF report only threatens to undermine the safety of police officers by advocating for unrealistic and unmanageable policies.
Can the PERF report be of value to your department and to your community? The lawful use of force is entrusted to the police. It seems that trust is being questioned and recommendations are offered to manage the use of force and restore or build that trust.
Do you know where your department stands on these important issues?
Endnotes and Resources
1Lance LoRusso (March, 22, 2016). “PERFectly Wrong: Why LEO “leaders” need to stop apologizing for the use of force.” Law Enforcement Forum. Also see: http://lawofficer.com/2016/02/perfresponse.


Undue delay: the applicable period - periods to ignore
ESIM3400 explains that HMRC can deduct time from the applicable period in respect of delays in authorising claims for repayment or drawback that were beyond their control.
In effect this means that HMRC can ignore periods where the claimant has been uncooperative by:
- Failing to respond to enquiries within a reasonable time; or
- Failing to provide requested information; or
- Claiming something they are not entitled to,
and in doing so delayed authorisation of the repayment or drawback claim.
Enquiry time starts with the day HMRC request the taxpayer to provide information relevant to the matter to be determined and ends when a complete answer to their request to enable authorisation of the claim has been received. It is important to be able to demonstrate that the enquiry time has been calculated fairly and reasonably. An accurate audit trail must therefore be kept both for assurance purposes and in the event of an appeal.
If after allowing a reasonable amount of enquiry time it still takes more than 30 days to authorise a claim, then payment of statutory interest becomes due.
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RT News.com ————-By Staff —————Thurs., Sept.30, 2021
A 96-year-old woman, Irmgard Furchner,(pic above) has been found after she failed to attend her trial for complicity in the murders of more than 11,000 people, and attempted murder of many others, prompting German authorities to issue an arrest warrant.
On Thursday, an elderly lady was found and detained by police, having fled her care home before she was supposed to go on trial for offenses allegedly committed more than 75 years ago.
With the trial approaching, the woman, Irmgard Furchner, left her care home in a taxi and went to an underground station on Thursday morning, a spokeswoman for the district court said.
The district court in Germany promptly issued an arrest warrant for a 96-year-old woman who had worked as a secretary in a Nazi death camp between 1943 and 1945, declaring her a fugitive.
She was only 18 and 19 at the time of the alleged crimes.
She was due to go on trial on Thursday on charges of complicity in murder at the Stutthof death camp, which sat on the Baltic coast in Nazi-occupied Poland during World War II.
According to German media, she had previously written a letter to the presiding judge, noting that she did not want to appear in court.
It is understood that Furchner’s defense will argue that she was restricted to desk work.
Full article here: https://www.rt.com/news/536224-nazi-germany-flee-court-trial/


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Effect of Silicate Fertilizer on the Growth and Yield of Two Local Indonesian Varieties of Rice (Oryza sativa L.)
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Methods: A completely randomized design of factorial pattern with 4 replications was used in the experiment. Treatments consisted of No added SiO2 (Si-0); added 100 and 200 kg SiO2 ha-1, respectively for Si-100 and Si-200 and two local rice varieties, Pandan wangi (P1) and Mentik susu (P2).
Result: The treatment had no significant effect on growth and yield of rice. Addition of 100 and 200 kg SiO2 ha-1 to P1 and P2 did not show a significant difference on the growth and yield of rice compared to control (P0). Plant height and root dry weight at P1 was lower than P2, but the 1,000-grain weight was showed, vice versa. Silicon addition up to 200 kg SiO2 ha-1 may not be recommended to be applied in rice cultivation, especially Pandan wangi and Mentik susu varieties. Improving the two varieties, further research is needed by increasing the silicon doses.
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- Makarim, A.K., Suhartatik, E., Kartohardjono, K. (2007). Silicon, an important nutrient on the rice production systems (In Indonesian). Ilmu Pengetahuan dan Teknologi Tanaman Pangan. 2(2): 195-204.
- Meena, V.D., Dotaniya, M.L., Coumar, V., Rajendiran, S., Ajay, Kundu, S., Subba Rao, A. (2014). A case for silicon fertilization to improve crop yields in tropical soils. Proceedings of the National Academy Sciences, India Section B: Biological Sciences. 84(3): 505-518.
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Recent research, completed by scientists from the University of Manchester, suggests that part of our brain called cerebellum, which is responsible for movement and balance, can be resistant to dementia.
During the study, the vital organs of 9 people who died from Alzheimer’s disease were analyzed. The researchers found that the cerebellum produced proteins which protect against the disease in these people.
Lead researcher Richard Unwin explains: “The cerebellum, previously thought [to] be unaffected, displays a significant response at the molecular level. Many of the changes here are not seen in other regions and this could imply that this region actively protects itself from disease. We won’t know for sure until we carry out more research.”
According to the research, conducted by Rutgers University, US, coffee could fight both Parkinson’s disease and a form of dementia called dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB).
For the study, a team of scientists used a mice model including rodents with the risk of developing both diseases. The tests showed that two compounds found in coffee, caffeine and EHT, prevented alpha-synuclein from building-up after just six months.
At the present moment, the researchers hope that these two compounds found in coffee could be integrated into a drug to treat Parkinson’s disease and dementia with Lewy bodies in humans. These diseases are considered incurable.
A new study, conducted by scientists from the Karolinska Institute and Stockholm University, Sweden, suggests that atrial fibrillation is associated with the increased risk of developing dementia.
For the study, a team of researchers has analyzed the data of 2,685 participants whose average age was 73 years. The scientists interviewed the participants and conducted a medical examination at baseline. After that, the participants younger than 78 was followed for 6 years, and the participants older than 78 were examined every 3 years.
The researchers explain in their paper: “Assuming that there was a cause-and-effect relationship between using blood thinners and the reduced risk of dementia, we estimated that about 54 percent of the dementia cases would have been hypothetically prevented if all of the people with atrial fibrillation had been taking blood thinners.”
A new study, conducted by researchers from Jaume I University in Castelló de la Plana, Spain, suggests that a hormone found in plants can reverse the brain damage caused by a high-fat diet.
For their study, the researchers fed mice with high-fat foods. The rodents developed inflammation of the nervous system which is similar to the Alzheimer’s disease. However, when plants were added to the diet, the damage was reversed due to the plant hormone called abscisic acid.
In the nearest future, the Spanish researchers are planning to investigate the common causes behind such conditions as dementia and insulin resistance.
According to a French study, recently published in JAMA, senior people with better heart health have the lower risk of developing dementia and cognitive decline.
For the study, the researchers followed 6,626 people aged 65 years and over for 8.5 years on average. The followed people lived in Bordeaux, Dijon, and Montpellier (France). The average age was 73.7 years. None of the followed had dementia or cardiovascular disease.
The researchers conclude in their study: “These findings may support the promotion of cardiovascular health to prevent risk factors associated with cognitive decline and dementia.”
To maintain good cardiovascular health, you should comply with the following recommendations: give up smoking; be physically active; include vegetables, fruit, and fish into your diet; keep your weight healthy; keep an eye on your blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar.

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I decided to go to the Vatican Muesum on Saturday since I thought we were going to go on Friday, but then didn't. . . it was really great!
Here I am waiting in line to get tickets to the museum. . . I waited for about an hour. . .
When I finally got into the museum itself, it was amazing!
In order to go to the Sistine Chapel, you have to follow a set route which takes you through the map room. . .
through a hall with tons of tapestries (it was dark, but absolutely stunning!). . .
through some Greek stuff, and through the Raphael rooms, which were pretty much amazing!
through modern religious art, and finally you get to the Sistine Chapel! Of course, you're not allowed to take pictures of it. . . sorry!
Anyway, after you come out of the Sistine Chapel, you go through a room with some early Christian artifacts, and these old pieces of scripture were really lovely:
I also went through the carriage pavilion where I saw this guilded monster:
Then there was the picture gallery, which had the most beautiful paintings. It was so interesting to see the different ways Biblical scenes were portrayed through the ages. . . most of them came out pretty dark, but with a little photoshop magic, I think they look pretty good!
You can slay a dragon for me any time, Clint!
Also, I went through the Greek area (when you're going toward the Sistine Chapel, you only go through part of it). . .
And I went through the Egypt area as well. . .
I also went through the part about the Vatican City mail and money, but it was boring, so I didn't take any pictures. . . then I went through the Sistine Chapel again, and it was even better the second time! Mostly because I found myself a spot on the bench and sat down and really looked at everything for as long as I wanted to!
This is me leaving the Vatican Museum (I forgot to turn the flash back on at first!)
The double spiral staircase was really neat, I think it was designed by Michelangelo, but don't quote me on that! And the last is outside the walls of Vatican City. . . the end of my (first) museum trip in Rome!

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With summer coming up many folks start watching their diets to get in beach body shape, however there is an even more important reason to watch your diet. CANCER!! Yes cancer!! The World Health Organization has determined that dietary factors account for 30 percent of all cancers in Western countries and up to 20 percent in developing countries. Today I’m going to discuss the relationship between diets high in meats and cancer.
Countries with a higher intake of fat, especially fat from animal products, such as dairy and meat have a higher incidence of breast cancer. For example Japan’s traditional diet is much lower in fat from animals than that of our typical western diet. It’s no surprise their incidence of breast cancer is very low. In a study conducted in the 1940’s, when breast cancer was a rarity, it was shown less than 10 percent of the calories in the Japanese diet came from fat. The American diet is high in fat and low in other important nutrients, with 30 to 35 percent of calories coming from fat. As Americans our diets are centered on animal products instead of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Check out this fact- Women in Japan who eat meat daily have 8.5 times higher risk of breast cancer than those who never eat meat! Wow isn’t that crazy? Why is this? Research shows, the consumption of high-fat foods such as fast foods, meats, dairy products, fried foods, and even vegetable oils causes a woman’s body to make more estrogens and this can result in cancer cell growth in the breast and other organs to flourish. Neal, Barnard, M.D. states Meat “promotes intolerable suffering and disease-not only to animals, but also for many Americans by raising their risk of heart disease, diabetes, breast cancer, and early death.”
Colorectal Cancer is also correlated to meat consumption. Harvard University researchers zeroed in on red meat, finding “individuals eating beef, pork, or lamb daily have approximately three times the colon cancer risk, compared to people who generally avoid these products.” High processed meat intake (ham, cold cuts, hot dogs, bacon, sausage) along with a high intake of white meat have approximately a THREEFOLD higher colon cancer risk, compared to vegetarians. Whoa!! It’s good thing I like my veggies!
Of course as with anything moderation is key! Enjoy your summer BBQ’s but make sure to add some fruits and veggies and whole grains to your plate!
I hope you have found this information useful! Stay tuned for my next blog!! It’s “insured” to be interesting!!
#ConniePhillips #Insurance #Cancer

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Shipping’s sustainable future will be fuelled by R&D, innovation and collaboration
These currently include low sulphur fuel oil (LSFO), liquefied natural gas (LNG), methanol and hydrogen. Shipping lines can also use scrubber technology to reduce exhaust emissions from traditional high sulphur fuel oil (HSFO). Media and industry reports during January and February paint a mixed picture about the practicalities of complying with IMO2020. What is clear is that no-one doubts the cost, operational and technological implications of this global shift. But even while dealing with the ongoing challenges of the IMO2020 transition amid the unforeseen global impact of the COVID-19 coronavirus, the shipping industry is already looking ahead to an even bigger green goal: reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from shipping by at least 50% by 2050.
The 50% GHG reduction from shipping by 2050 is the target set by IMO to ensure that shipping plays its part in meeting the 2016 Paris Agreement to mitigate global warming and achieving the UN Sustainable Develop Goals (SDGs). Some major container shipping interests have already stated that they intend to surpass the IMO2050 goal, with their eyes set firmly on a carbon-neutral future, not just for their ocean-going operations but also in landside logistics as an essential element of maritime supply chains.
One thing is sure – over the coming years, a great deal of R&D innovation and industry collaboration will be needed to improve energy and emissions efficiency in maritime supply chains. This is equally the case in the refrigeration and air conditioning industries, which intersect with world trade, shipping and logistics when it comes to the transport of food, medicines and other temperature-controlled cargoes. Indeed, Daikin’s own Environmental Vision 2050 has a target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from our activities, products and services to net zero by 2050. In a speech on 20 February, IMO Secretary General Kitack Lim stressed the “urgent need” to develop concrete measures to support IMO’s GHG emissions reductions strategy and called for more collaboration to build a truly sustainable future for shipping.
“Ambitious regulatory targets – adopted by IMO backed up by technical cooperation and capacity building activities – will act as the catalyst for technology, triggering research, development and innovation,” he said. In December last year, eight global shipping bodies* came together to propose the creation of the International Maritime Research and Development Board (IMRB), a nongovernmental R&D organisation that would be overseen by IMO Member States, to support technology transformation towards a carbon-neutral and energy-efficient future. IMO is due to debate the IMRB proposal in March this year, which calls for a mandatory fuel levy to create a USD5 billion fund for R&D into new fuels, propulsion systems and other innovative approaches that will help shipping meet the climate challenge. Global ocean carrier CMA CGM has also launched an ‘alternative energy coalition’ focused on developing competitive, less carbon-intensive energy sources for transportation, starting with maritime.
Meanwhile, several new collaborative R&D initiatives have been launched by established technology providers looking to transform the energy footprint of shipping, ports and transportation. These are just a few examples of how regulators, private and public sectors in the shipping world are stepping up – and linking up – to address the sustainability challenge. As world trade in food and other cold chain cargoes remains a key growth area, it is also vital for providers of transport refrigeration and climate control technologies to have a strong voice and contribution. Through a combination of innovation, technical expertise, forward planning and a commitment to quality, Daikin is prepared not only for upcoming known ‘green’ regulations, but to collaborate and co-create with industry colleagues and clients through a period of profound and as-yet unknown change. This is just the beginning of a new normal for world trade. What we can be sure of is that the focus on sustainability will intensify and environmental regulations will get stricter. We are ready.
*IMRB member organisations are BIMCO, Cruise Lines International Association, INTERCARGO, INTERFERRY, International Chamber of Shipping, INTERTANKO, International Parcel Tankers Association & World Shipping Council


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Abstract During early brain development, the axis of division of neuronal precursor cells is regulated tightly and can determine whether neurons remain in the germinal layers or migrate away. Directed neuronal migration depends on the establishment of cell polarity, and cells are polarized dynamically in response to extracellular signals. Endogenous electric fields (EFs) orient cell division and direct migration of a variety of cell types. Here, we show that cell division of cultured hippocampal cells (neuron-like cells and glial-like cells) is oriented strikingly by an applied EF, which also directs neuronal migration. Directed migration involves polarization of the leading neurite, of the microtubule-associated protein MAP-2 and of the Golgi apparatus and the centrosome, all of which reposition asymmetrically to face the cathode. Pharmacological inhibition of Rho-associated coiled-coil forming protein kinases (ROCK) and phosphoinositide 3-kinase decreased, leading neurite orientation and Golgi polarization in the neurons in response to an EF and in parallel decreased the directedness of EF-guided neuronal migration. This work demonstrates that the axis of hippocampal cell division, the establishment of neuronal polarity, the polarization of intracellular structures, and the direction of neuronal migration are all regulated by an extracellular electrical cue. (c) 2009 Wiley-Liss, Inc.
This article was published in Hippocampus
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Using an agave nectar substitute may be necessary for the kitchen, but there are some good options out there to choose from.
Agave nectar is a natural sweetener that is derived from various species in the Agave genus and is often used as an alternative to traditional white sugar. Although it is relatively high in fructose, the glycemic index of agave nectar is significantly lower, making it an appealing substitute for diabetics. While this nectar may be more expensive and slightly difficult to find, it is a wise choice for many health-conscious people.
Agave Nectar Substitutes
This natural, nutrient-dense sweetener is often recommended as an agave nectar substitute, particularly in desserts and baked goods.
For an accurate substitution, use twice as much corn syrup as the recipe calls for of agave.
This is most likely in your kitchen already and provides a toasted, earthy sweetness that can easily replace agave in a recipe.
Stevia is far more concentrated than agave nectar, so don’t use too much. 1 cup of nectar is equivalent to about 2 teaspoons of stevia.
By blending raisins or dates with water, you will gradually form a fruit syrup that can mimic the natural sweetness of agave nectar.
These sweet fruits can be mashed into many recipes to provide a subtle sweetness that resembles agave nectar.
This thick, unsulphured variety of sweetener is not only considered healthier than most other carbohydrate-containing sugars but also provides a number of minerals that can boost overall health.
Brown Rice Syrup
Similar to how you extract maple syrup, coconut nectar can also be taken out of the coconut tree, and its delicate sweetness is a great agave nectar substitute, although not as potent.
A very common replacement for agave nectar is maple syrup, as it comes in many different intensities and is easily accessible. Depending on the type you choose, the flavor may be more or less potent than agave nectar.

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AUSTRALIA, Adelaide. The Australian government said it will block the sale of S. Kidman & Co., one of the largest cattle producers in Australia to foreign companies. A sale has been rumored for months, and Shanghai Pengxin Group Co. Ltd., a private diversified conglomerate, was among the companies making offers for Kidman.
But the Australian government found such a sale would be contrary to the country’s national interest.
Anna Creek, one of Kidman’s stations, is the largest single property holding in Australia, and approximately 50% of the pastoral lease is located in the Woomera Prohibited Area (WAP) in South Australia. The WAP is used for military weapons testing and is the largest land testing range in the world, according to the Australian Department of Defence.
Treasurer Scott Morrison said he would consider new applications related to a sale of Kidman. He added: “Australia welcomes foreign investment where it is consistent with our national interests.”
S. Kidman and Co. Ltd. owns 185,000 head of cattle, according to the company’s website. Kidman produces grass-fed beef for export. The company also has pastoral leases covering 101,000 sq. km. in three states and Australia’s Northern Territory.


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The latest Governor's fight has to do with how state money meant to help high-tech firms is spent.
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Bill White goes after Governor Perry after Dallas Morning News reports said 16 million dollars of emerging technology fund money went to companies with investors that gave to the Governor's campaign. White wants to know if that fund is really used to create jobs or just for political payback. "What was done to ensure that this was based on results and not politics?" The Governor's campaign says White would never be in politics were it not for favors garnered after he raised money for President Bill Clinton and says White gave out plenty of political favors as Mayor of Houston, both charges are denied by White.
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Although you can convert a provisional application into a non-provisional application, the USPTO recommends filing a separate non-provisional application that references the earlier provisional one. Doing so can extend the time your invention is protected by up to one year. A non-provisional application includes a lengthy written document with a description of your invention and all the things you claim you invented, as well as drawings, an oath or declaration and fees for the filing, research and examination of the application. The USPTO recommends using a registered patent attorney to draft and file your non-provisional application. USPTO regulations include specific requirements for the format of applications and the necessary drawings -- and examiners reject applications that don't meet these requirements.Filing and Examination Process
The USPTO accepts applications filed electronically as well as paper applications delivered by mail. However, since 2011, the USPTO charges an additional fee for non-electronic applications. Fees cover the USPTO's cost to examine your application and are non-refundable regardless of whether the examiner grants your application. Fees vary depending on the size of your organization and the number of claims you make. Because the amount changes every year, the USPTO recommends checking the current fee schedule before you file your application. The backlog of applications means it can take one to two years before an examiner takes his first action on your application. If he rejects any or all of your claims, you have the opportunity to reply and amend your application before a final decision is made. If the examiner grants your patent, you must pay additional fees for the patent to be issued and published.The Three Different Types of Patents Issued By The USPTO
Utility patents may be granted to anyone who invents a useful process, a machine, an article of manufacture, or a composition of matter. Examples: fiber optics, computer hardware, or medications. Utility patent can be provisional or non-provisional. Design patents may be granted to anyone who invents a new, original, and ornamental design for an article of manufacture. Examples: the look of an athletic shoe, a bicycle helmet, and the Star Wars characters. Plant patents may be granted to anyone who invents or discovers and asexually reproduces any distinct and new variety of plants. Examples: Hybrid tea roses, Silver Queen corn, Better Boy tomatoesUtility patents
Utility patents are for either a: process, machine, article of manufacture, composition of matter or an improvement of any of the above. Patent protection is also available for (1) ornamental design of an article of manufacture (design patent) or (2) asexually reproduced plant varieties by design and plant patents (plant patent).Who can apply for a patent?
A patent must be applied for only in the name(s) of the actual inventor(s). However, the inventor can sell or assign the patent to someone else. Prior art includes any patents related to your invention, any published articles about your invention, and any public demonstrations. This determines if your idea has been patented before or publicly disclosed making it unpatentable.


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In the beginning of 2017, I set a New Year’s resolution of reading more. So I made a commitment to myself to read an hour a day. I was empowered and gung-ho about it for the first 30 days, but like most New Year’s resolutions, I found it incredibly difficult to stick to. Even though I skipped some days, I did accomplish my goal of reading more. Below are my top favorite books of 2017.
Throughout the year I try to read as many books as I can. I do this to not only help me stay sharp on business strategies but to also gain new perspectives and approaches to obstacles and problems. Should I also mention that reading business books is actually fun for me?
Here is a list of links with book recommendations from Bill Gates, millionaires, and entrepreneurs.

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By not providing children the ability to read, they will look to other forms of media for instruction such as the television. In our English class we were assigned to read the book Farenhite This can be applied to the idea of education.
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Here we learn that conversation and free thinking are considered taboo in this society, in a society where books are illegal, and where entertainment like TV and racing cars is extremely valued. Because of all of the technological machinery of the future, the people do not have minds of their own. They do not look at a book for its external properties. Technology might be a pretty strong contender in this fight, but its tendency toward self-destruction becomes its downfall. It is sad to think that it is that easy to divert people from the truth. Fahrenheit attacks utopian government and focuses on society's foolishness of always being politically correct. Although we are not living in a communist setting with extreme war waging on, we have gained technologies similar to the ones Bradbury spoke of in Fahrenheit and a stubborn civilization that holds an absence on the little things we should enjoy. Clarisse appears peculiar and strange, but she is a lover of life and nature. I think that Clarisse had the, over all, biggest impression an Montag, making him have a different perspective and look at things differently. The author of Farenhite told of much science fiction that became true over the present years. The book Fahrenheit shows an accurate depiction of what is currently and has been happening throughout history. The fact that Montag actually thinks about Clarisse's question later on and starts admitting to himself that he is not happy is a big step for Montag. When Montag begins talking to the women, it becomes clear that conversation is a big no-no. Good work with lots of variety. Fahrenheit is structurally cyclic to mirror the cyclical quality of the natural world.
Guy Montag is the main character in the book. Clarisse is the definition of a red flag in the novel. Ray Bradbury uses his unique literary style to write the novel Fahrenheit ; where he brings his readers to a future American Society which consists of censorship, book burning, and completely oblivious families.
He was told that an old woman owned the house. Thereby, Clarisse is the first to encourage Montag on his way to self-awareness.
Can it be both? Ray Bradbury uses his unique literary style to write the novel Fahrenheit ; where he brings his readers to a future American Society which consists of censorship, book burning, and completely oblivious families. In one corner of the ring we have technology, which is cold and destructive.
However, not all technology is bad, but the technologies in this book are characterized as bad and frowned upon. Although there is no mention of God or world beliefs, a theme emerges that showcases a new religion that is formed through technology.
He starts out to be a fireman; someone who burns banned books a book that is illegal to have or read because it is thought to be "inappropriate" by some group or organization, or the like.
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Black painted Die Box with 2 front removable panels. A Rubik Cube is used instead of a Die. The standard size Rubik Cube 2 1/4" with a heavy metal 4-sided matching shell. So So quality, but has the slider in the bottom and old decals on the front.
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With Noul threatening to batter several provinces with ferocious winds and torrential rain, authorities say they have so far relocated more than 1,200 residents of vulnerable areas to evacuation centers.
The storm, which is referred to as Dodong in the Philippines, strengthened into a super typhoon early Sunday, with maximum sustained winds of 240 kph (150 mph) and gusts as strong as 296 kph (184 mph).
Noul is forecast to make landfall Sunday afternoon or early evening
over the northeastern tip of the island of Luzon, according to PAGASA, the Philippine government agency that monitors the weather.
The agency issued its second-highest storm warning signal for the provinces of Cagayan, Isabela and Apayao, saying the super typhoon could bring flash floods and landslides.
Over roughly two days, Noul could dump as much as half a meter (20 inches) of rain on some areas, almost the same amount that London gets in a year, said meteorologist Pedram Javaheri.
Much of the region is sparsely populated, but the mountainous terrain is likely to draw a lot of the rain, Javaheri said.
The rough seas caused by the storm prompted many vessels ships to take shelter in ports, leaving more than 5,000 people stranded across the nation, according to the national disaster management agency.
Farmers wanted rain
Noul is been menacing the northeastern Philippines at a time when a volcano, Mount Bulusan, has been spewing ash in southern Luzon.
Farmers in Luzon had been hoping the storm would weaken while still providing much needed rains after a dry spell in the region, according to the charity World Vision
But the storm has only got stronger and looks set to bring extreme amounts of rain to some areas.
Situated in a vulnerable part of the Pacific, the Philippines experiences an average of 20 typhoons a year, five of them destructive, according to the Asian Disaster Reduction Center


Followup for case 100307-002939 I have an ancient Phillips TiVo (Series 1, before they were calling them that...) I just moved to a new place and now have Illinois Consolidated's 3-way phone/internet/cable package. They provided me with an Entone HydraHD digital cable box. The old TiVo is still running 3.x software and Entone isn't listed as a supported cable box in Guided Setup. I worked with Rebecca (who was extremely helpful) but we didn't have current information. She gave me a link to an Entone website with a PDF discussing configuring the Tivo for use with the Hydra II. Those instructions did not work. We rather gave up at that point, and I proceeded through the rest of Guided Setup witout the IR. While that was working, I went back to Entone's website and found a different document that discusses the HydraHD. I followed those instructions, and it worked! So, here's a follow-up for that case and for the community, as Rebecca requested: Cable box: Entone model #95-800000-03 "High Definition Television Receiver" (But no where does it call itself a Hydra, Hydra II, or Hydra HD. The instruction book for the universal remote packaged with it calls it a Hydra II remote, but the box itself does not.) Tivo: Philips Series 1 (circa 1996) Follow the directions here: www entone com assets File/Reference_Guides HydraH Tivo settin instructions.pdf (link mangled to get it past your stupid new-users-can't-post-links rule.) My cable box and its remote was setup for the 'Magnavox 10024-B' IR remote code. You have to get into the Entone's IR setup and check what its set to, then match the TiVo IR settings with it. Once I knew it was a Magnavox setting, I was able to go right through the TiVo's Cable Box setup and select code 10024-medium speed, and it worked on the first try. This is the cable box Consolidated Communications is installing for DSL customers in Mattoon, IL, at least. I wish to compliment Rebecca, who spent quite some time with me over online chat this afternoon, trying to resolve this. She could have simply hung up on me when I told her my cable box wasn't in the list of supported receivers, but she didn't, and even though she didn't have access to the specific information for my cable box, it did get me onto the right web site and I found the solution there. I very much appreciate that TiVo support was open on a Sunday Afternoon and was willing to try helping me despite the age of my TiVo and the unusual cable box I'm stuck with. Thank you! PS. Refusing to let new users post hyperlinks in followup postings like this is absolutely stupid. How am I supposed to help other users in my area get their TiVos working without the link to the official instructions?!


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Owen Columba Coyle is a Scottish-born footballer who played international football for the Republic of Ireland. He has since moved into football management with him currently in charge of Burnley.
A prolific striker, Coyle began his senior career with Dumbarton in 1985, where he played alongside his brothers Joe and Tommy.
In 1988 he joined Clydebank, then in March 1990 a £175,000 transfer took him to Airdrieonians. This move was instantly successful, Coyle scoring a hat-trick on his debut and going on to finish as the Scottish League's top scorer for 1989-90. Over the next two seasons his goals helped Airdrie to promotion, a Scottish Cup final appearance, and European football.
In the summer of 1993, Bolton Wanderers paid £250,000 to sign Coyle, and his two year spell in England included promotion and a brief chance to play in the Premiership. However, in October 1995, a £400,000 transfer fee took him to Dundee United, where he was once again part of a promotion-winning side.
Coyle's next moves were to Motherwell in January 1997 and then on to Dunfermline Athletic in March 1999. After losing his place in the Dunfermline team, he went on loan to Ross County prior to rejoining Airdrie in 2001. When they went into liquidation in 2002, Coyle joined Falkirk, being promoted to co-player-manager alongside John Hughes in 2003. After leaving this post he returned to Dundee United, primarily in a coaching capacity but also registering as a player. A lack of first team opportunities, however, led to him being loaned out to Airdrieonians' successors, Airdrie United, and this move was subsequently put on a permanent basis.
In April 2005, Coyle was named as the new manager of St. Johnstone. He was also registered as a player, although his appearances at first team level were extremely sporadic.
In March 2006, he was awarded Manager of the Month for the Scottish First Division for his team's performance. This was the first time he had been awarded the accolade.
In November 2006, Coyle led St. Johnstone to a 2-0 victory over Rangers at Ibrox to reach the semi-finals of the League Cup.It was their first win over the Glasgow club at Ibrox in 35 years.
On March 30, 2007, Coyle was awarded his second Scottish First Division Manager of the Month award of the 2006/7 season.
On April 14, 2007, St. Johnstone lost 2-1 to Celtic at Hampden in the semi-finals of the Scottish Cup.
Coyle signed a one-year extension to his contract with St. Johnstone in July 2007, which would have kept him at the club until the end of the 2009-10 season.
On November 21, Burnley were granted permission to discuss their managerial vacancy with Coyle after a compensation fee was agreed between the Clarets and St. Johnstone. He was appointed as Burnley's new manager the following day.
Despite being born in Scotland, Coyle was never picked by that country, so he played for the Republic of Ireland due to his Irish ancestry, earning one international cap, against Holland in a friendly in Tilburg in April 1994.
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Fire truck involved in accident Kentucky State Trooper David Long is investigating a collision that occurred on Tuesday, April 4th at 6:20 p.m. at the junction of KY 1880 and KY
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The following are public record Food Service Inspections made by the Cumberland County Health Department.
• • Camp Paradise Valley , Salvation Army Camp Road, Burkesville.
Cumberland County student Bailey Willis has been selected by The Center for Rural Development to attend the 2017 Rogers Scholars program.
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Camper destroyed A camper belonging to Gail Cain and located on Waterview Road was destroyed
Owens signs with Lindsey Wilson College Last Friday, Cumberland County HIgh School senior Levi Owens, center, signed to run track and field at Lindsey Wilson College in Columbia, Kentucky.
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$20K Reward Offered In Hastings HomicideThe family of a man found shot to death in Hastings is now offering a $20,000 reward to find his killer.
Hastings Family Still Seeking Answers In Son's DeathHastings Police are still searching for the gunman responsible for the first homicide in the city in a decade. Jason Reuter, 34, was found shot to death in his front yard in June. Police believe his murder is an isolated incident.
Reward Increased In Hastings MurderPolice in Hastings were searching for a murder weapon along the Mississippi River on Monday, as part of the investigation into the fatal shooting of Jason Reuter. The 34-year-old was found dead in his front yard nearly two months ago.
Hastings Family Offers $5K Cash Reward For Info On KillerThe family of the first man murdered in Hastings in 10 years is offering a reward for information that leads police to a killer. Police found 34 year-old Jason Reuter shot to death in his front yard on June 22. Police are still investigating and believe his murder is an isolated incident.


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Martin Brodeur 30 The Salute Perfecto, also known as a Double Figurado. A unique shape and perhaps a better candidate for the title of “Torpedo”. A century ago most Habanos looked like this cigar but today the shape is rare and not rolled by every cigar brand.
A long filler, totally rolled by hand. A unique, aromatic, medium flavored blend. 6 1/8 inches long and a perfect sized 50 Ring Gauge. A true delight to smoke.
The Wrapper is a rare Ecuadorean – Habanos leaf that was lost to the Cubans years ago and now grows in Ecuador. This wrapper is only provided to the best premium brands.
The Binder is a combination of the Corojo and the Criollo leaves, grown in Nicaragua.
The Filler is a combination of three leaves. The Seco Corojo and the Jalapa. The third leaf, the Esteli-Habano, is a cigar tobacco plant that was transported to Nicaragua, from Cuba. This is the filler that provides the finishing touch to this wonderful Salute Collection.


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In the last few years, naturally, the way people react and experience music has changed. For many like myself, you’re just getting back to concerts. Last Tuesday April 19, I ventured out on a gorgeous night to catch up with the rising trio Automatic, open for rising legends Idles at Mission Ballroom here in Denver.
Typically if I’m seeing a band, I try not to listen to them, but having a working knowledge of the band helps when you’re reviewing a concert. Once the show was over I realized it wouldn’t have even mattered, but the great news is, I was introduced to Automatic. The band came out right at eight o’clock, dressed to the nines in what I’ll say reminded me of futuristic shades of Blade Runner and a classic rock flair. Pretty quickly the band got into it, and while I am still learning song names, everything I heard I loved more and more.
The vocals of Izzy Glaudini, who also helms synth, have this swagger to it that shares elements of Ladytron, while even Glaudini’s vocals reminded me of the vocals of the Go Go’s. The crowd got into the set pretty early, I’d say by the second song everyone was dancing. The trio of Gladudini, the low key off to herself bassist coolness of Halle Saxon and energizing to watch drummer Lola Dompé, who also sings made it easy to absorb the music, as the hallucinationary nature of the logo displayed in the accompanying screen blasted through the menu.
With only thirty minutes, Automatic didn’t waste any time. Every song got better to me, and I felt for the first time in a very long time that I had just discovered an amazing band I couldn’t wait to learn more about. The energy was unbelievable, the music was a brilliant contrast to the punk mentality of headliners Idles, and all in all, it was nearly impossible to say that the band didn’t make a good impression with the crowd, judging by the reactions of the attendees.
Currently the band only has one album released, but that won’t last, as the bands second record, “Excess” is due June 24, released through Stones Throw Records. Keep an eye out for it, and don’t miss the chance to see a band that’s likely to be making big waves soon, Automatic.
Landon Murray is a music connooisseur who craves sounds of all shapes and textures. He's seen over 2000 bands and looks forward to welcoming you into his world of sound,
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"(b) The Surgeon General shall, prior to the beginning of each calendar quarter or such shorter period as the Surgeon General may find necessary, estimate the cost of carrying out the approved plan, on the basis of estimates furnished by the Territory, including estimates of the amount of contractual obligations for hospitalization, and on the basis of such further investigations as he may find necessary. From the amounts appropriated for any fiscal year, the Surgeon General shall pay to the Territory the amount requested by it but not to exceed the amount so estimated by the Surgeon General for each such period, reduced or increased, as the case may be, by any sum (not previously adjusted under this section) by which he finds that the amount paid for any prior period was greater or less than the amount which should have been paid. The amount of any balance of payments made to the Territory under this section and remaining unobligated on July 1, 1967, shall be repaid to the Treasury of the United States. "(c) Whenever the Surgeon General finds, after affording opportunity for hearing, that the Territory has failed to comply substantially with any provisions of the approved plan, he shall notify the Governor that no further payments will be made under this section (or that further payments will not be made for parts of the plan affected by such failure) until he is satisfied that there will no longer be any such failure. " (d) For the purpose of facilitating the administration of the Territory's mental health program, the Surgeon General is authorized to enter into arrangements with the Territorial government to provide for the care and treatment, in hospitals operated by the Service, of patients requiring hospitalization. Such arrangements shall be subject to the availability of suitable facilities therefor and shall provide for charges to the Territorial government in amounts determined by the Surgeon General which shall be sufficient to cover the full cost of such care and treatment. Upon payment by the Territory the amount of such charges shall be credited to the appropriation from which such costs were incurred: Provided, That, during the period of grants under this section, payment may be effected by deductions from the amount of such grants otherwise payable to the Territory, with such deductions to be credited to the appropriation from which such costs were incurred. uP A Y M E N T S FOR CONSTRUCTION OF H O S P I T A L F A C I L I T I E S
"SEC. 372. (a) There is hereby authorized to be appropriated an amount not exceeding the total sum of $6,500,000, to remain available until expended, to enable the Surgeon General to make payments to the Territory of Alaska as the total contribution of the Federal Government to be used in defraying the cost of construction of hospital and other facilities in Alaska needed for the carrying out of a comprehensive mental health program. "(b) Such facilities shall be scheduled for construction in accordance with a comprehensive construction program, developed by the Territory in consultation with the Public Health Service and approved by the Surgeon General. Projects shall be constructed in accordance with such approved program and in accordance with plans and specifications for the project approved by the Surgeon General. "(c) Upon certification by the Territory, based upon inspection by it, that work has been performed upon a project, or purchases have been made in accordance with approved plans and specifications, and that payment of an installment is due, the Surgeon General shall certify such installment for payment: Provided, however,

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IUI Treatment in Nairobi
In Africa, 5% to 8% of couples nearly 50 – 80 million people worldwide experience infertility and are not able to conceive. The capital city Nairobi of the country Kenya has improved medical care facilities and offers high-quality fertility treatments for couples. People with infertility issues visit Nairobi and get their fertility treatment at affordable prices. The IUI Treatment cost in Nairobi, Kenya starts from 300$ up to 2500$ and in Kenyan Shillings the cost of IUI is 30,000 KES – 100,000 KES. The hospitals in Nairobi have provided fertility treatments for many couples and fulfilled their dream of starting a family.
IUI Treatment is safer than other fertility treatments. The hospitals in Nairobi have all the facilities for the couple to get their treatment. The doctors in Nairobi make sure that the patient or the woman is comfortable during the treatment and guide the couple throughout the IUI Treatment process. The success rate of IUI Treatment in Nairobi is mainly because of the skilled doctors who prioritize patient care and comfort before providing the treatment. Among all the fertility treatments offered in Nairobi, Intrauterine insemination is the safest treatment for women. The IUI treatment offered in the hospitals in Nairobi has a higher success rate in Kenya.

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