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In May 1999, an Indian military patrol stumbled on several groups of Pakistani soldiers who had set up posts in Kargil, in the Indian-controlled section of the disputed state of Jammu and Kashmir. Within weeks, India and Pakistan plunged into in their fourth war since 1947. The region’s mountainous terrain made land operations difficult, but throughout the fighting the Indian military exercised a surprising degree of restraint. Indian pilots scrupulously refrained from crossing or firing over the line of control, the de facto border in Jammu and Kashmir, despite coming under punishing fire from the Pakistani side. The Kargil War, as the conflict became known, ended two months after fighting broke out, when the Indian military recaptured the territory it had originally controlled.
Analysts generally point to Pakistan’s acquisition of nuclear weapons the previous year as the cause of India’s restraint. Indian policymakers likely feared that crossing the line of control would trigger a wider conflagration, one that could turn nuclear.
That history made it all the more surprising when last week, on February 26, Indian jets crossed not merely the line of control but the international border with Pakistan to strike an apparent terrorist camp in Balakot. Not since the war of 1971 had the Indian Air Force carried out a sortie within undisputed Pakistani territory. The strikes came in response to a terrorist attack on an Indian paramilitary convoy in Jammu and Kashmir earlier in February claimed by Jaish-e-Mohammed, a Pakistan-based terrorist group.
The next day, the Pakistani Air Force hit back. The particulars remain murky, but it’s clear that Pakistani jets crossed the line of control. India scrambled aircraft in response, and each side lost at least one plane during the ensuing skirmish. Pakistan then announced that it had captured a downed Indian pilot.
Worried analysts now fear that, since India and Pakistan have breached the informal norm against using air power across the border, they will be unable to prevent further escalation. Hawkish publics in both countries are calling for retaliation. Can the politicians exercise restraint?
No one can say for sure, but history suggests that there is cause for optimism. During the Kargil War, India worked to contain the fighting to the regions around Pakistan’s original incursions and the war concluded with no real threat of nuclear escalation.
Less than two years later, the two countries plunged into crisis once again. In December 2001, five terrorists from the Pakistan-based groups Lashkar-e-Tabia and Jaish-e-Mohammed attacked the parliament building in New Delhi with AK-47s, grenades, and homemade bombs, killing eight security guards and a gardener. In response, India launched a mass military mobilization designed to induce Pakistan to crack down on terrorist groups. As Indian troops deployed to the border, terrorists from Pakistan struck again. In May 2002, three men killed 34 people in the residential area of an Indian army camp in Kaluchak, in Jammu and Kashmir. Tensions spiked. India seemed poised to unleash a military assault on Pakistan. Several embassies in New Delhi and Islamabad withdrew their nonessential personnel and issued travel advisories. The standoff lasted for several months, but dissipated when it became apparent that India lacked viable military options and that the long mobilization was taking a toll on the Indian military’s men and materiel. The United States also helped ease tensions by urging both sides to start talking. India claimed victory, but it was a Pyrrhic one, as Pakistan failed to sever its ties with a range of terrorist organizations.
Now that both sides have gone through the motions, neither is likely to escalate any further.
Other nuclear states have also clashed without resorting to nuclear weapons. In 1969, China, then an incipient nuclear weapons state, and the Soviet Union, a full-fledged nuclear power, came to blows over islands in the Ussuri River, which runs along the border between the two countries. Several hundred Chinese and Soviet soldiers died in the confrontation. Making matters worse, Chinese leader Mao Zedong had a tendency to run risks and dismissed the significance of nuclear weapons, reportedly telling Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru that even if half of mankind died in a nuclear war, the other half would survive and imperialism would have been razed to the ground. Yet despite Mao’s views, the crisis ended without going nuclear, thanks in part to the efforts of Soviet Prime Minister Alexei Kosygin, who took the first step by travelling to Beijing for talks.
There’s reason to believe that the current situation is similar. Pakistan’s overweening military establishment undoubtedly harbors an extreme view of India and determines Pakistan’s policy toward its neighbor. The military, however, is not irrational. In India, although Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a jingoistic disposition, he, too, understands the risks of escalation, and he has a firm grip on the Indian military.
Another source of optimism comes from what political scientists call the “nuclear revolution,” the idea that the invention of nuclear weapons fundamentally changed the nature of war. Many strategists argue that nuclear weapons’ destructive power is so great that states understand the awful consequences that would result from using them—and avoid doing so at all costs. Indian and Pakistani strategists are no different from their counterparts elsewhere. Even Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, a political neophyte, underscored the dangers of nuclear weapons in his speech addressing the crisis last week. And Modi, for all his chauvinism, has scrupulously avoided referring to India’s nuclear capabilities.
The decision by India and Pakistan to allow their jets to cross the border represents a major break with the past. Yet so far both countries have taken only limited action. Their principal aim, it appears, is what the political scientist Murray Edelman once referred to as “dramaturgy”—theatrical gestures designed to please domestic audiences. Now that both sides have gone through the motions, neither is likely to escalate any further. Peering into the nuclear abyss concentrates the mind remarkably.


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Sony Playstation VR vs. Knox Labs Knox V2 VR Viewer
Sony Playstation VRRelease date: Oct, 2016.
Introducing Sony’s answer to VR headsets: the Playstation VR. Designed to function with the playstation 4, this particular headgear provides multiplayer action even with just one headset! The PS VR incorporates the playstation move; controllers previously released for the console so for some players, learning ...Read more >
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Another one of Knox Labs’ fine products, the Knox V2 VR viewer is another alternate way to transform your phone into a VR gateway. Definitely one of the simplest to set up, this cardboard is one of the best for newbies to the VR world. Incredibly affordable and simply designed for easy use. Knox Labs are front...Read more >

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We are always proud to be able to prove our professional competence in an international environment in addition to domestic construction projects. On several occasions, we have had the opportunity to work for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade in renovating embassies, which we treat as priority projects in many respects. Currently we perform the tasks of plan supervision and technical inspection related to the establishment of the Consulate General of Hungary in Gdansk. The building is under monument protection, which requires special professional competence, and in this case we must also take into account the regulations of local monument protection.
Gdansk is also referred to as one of the most popular Hanseatic cities in the Baltic Sea, the “Pearl of the North”. Here you will find, for example, the largest brick church in Europe and the oldest port loader crane. Tourists stroll again in the stunning old town.
Among the city’s sights and outstanding monuments are, for example, the palace of the Brotherhood of the Knights of St. George, built in 1494, and the Neptune Fountain, a symbol of Gdańsk.

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Gizmo Pronounced Giz-moeGizmos live in the desert and only come out at night. They are hard to catch but will freeze in bright light.
Gizmo are limited pets meaning that their species is rare and limited. You cannot create a limited edition pet but you can earn them through the game.
You earn a Gizmo from completing Bumpkin. There is 1 DNA Minipet that can be cloned with this pet.

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text: Santa has one main job that everyone knows about, which is to deliver joy and happiness with the awesome gifts he brings for the good little children of the world. Do you ever wonder if Santa has another job? So does Tyler. This short story revolves around a young boy’s curiosity about Santa’s life after Christmas. This quest takes Tyler along a fun and informative journey where he explores the various careers Santa has after Christmas. Tyler discovers Santa wears many hats, not just his recognizable red hat. In this enjoyable book, Santa works at an animal hospital as a veterinarian and takes care of sick animals like zebras, toucan, turtles, or dogs. Santa also works at a fire station as a firefighter, putting out fires, and rescuing kittens from tall trees. Children will love the colorful pictures, and the crafty way in which the story teaches them about different occupations and the responsibilities associated with each profession.

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Cancer centre used by 100 since 2017 launch
More than 100 patients have benefited from radiation therapy since a specialist treatment unit opened at Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre last year.
Now the charity is gearing up to host its fifth annual Relay for Life fundraiser to help cover the outstanding costs of construction of the centre and to ensure patients can get the treatment they need.
Robyn Dickinson, BCHC marketing co-ordinator, said that by mid-March 112 patients had started treatment and 98 of those 112 had finished.
She said: “It’s been incredible. It hasn’t come without it’s challenges in the sense that we have treated more people than we were expecting to treat.”
Ms Dickinson added that the charity could only estimate how many people would need radiation treatment because there was no mandatory reporting of cancer cases in Bermuda.
BCHC has said in the past that about 300 new cancer cases are diagnosed every year — and about 200 of those need radiation therapy.
But only about 100 people a year were referred for overseas treatment, which left as many as 100 people without a potential cure.
Ms Dickinson said: “It’s been very busy, which is good. We have had no issues. And we would expect that — we are held to the highest standard of care.”
“We have a clinical affiliation with Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women’s Cancer Centre. Everything is triple-checked.”
Ms Dickinson said the reaction of patients was also positive.
She added: “People say they think of their time at Bermuda Cancer fondly, not as a place that they never want to come back to.”
The radiation unit at the Point Finger Road charity, designed to supply patients with radiation treatment on-island, cost more than $10 million.
Ms Dickinson said Relay for Life — a 24-hour walking fundraiser organised by Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre and a team of volunteers — was the biggest fundraiser for the radiation therapy unit.
She added: “Without it, we wouldn’t be able to help as many people as we did. The money raised goes to our radiation therapy unit, which still hasn’t fully been paid for. We have another $2 million to go.
“It’s also to help people get the treatment they need — we help subsidise those patients who are underinsured and uninsured.”
She explained that most of the donations go towards the equal access fund to help people get radiation treatment or detection services such as mammograms, ultrasounds and breast and prostate biopsies.
Teams have raised more than $2.2 million for the charity over the past four years and this year’s goal is to raise $600,000.
Ms Dickinson said: “The theme is ‘we is greater than me’.
“It basically means that if we come together, we are stronger than if we fight it separately.”
She added: “So far we have about 80 teams and we are hoping for about 120.”
Ms Dickinson explained that team members take turns walking for the whole 24 hours.
After an opening ceremony, the event kicks off with a lap dedicated to survivors, who walk the first half before being joined by their caregivers, and the Iron Shore parade lap.
Ms Dickinson said: “There are more ceremonies throughout the event to remember those who have died and for participants to pledge to fight cancer “every single day of the year”.
Teams will also set up stalls around the field to raise funds, with face painting, bake sales and coffee and food.
Relay for Life starts at 6.30pm on May 18 at the North Field of the Bermuda National Sports Centre.
Online registration ends on April 30. Late registration will be available at XL Catlin on May 15 at 5.30pm.
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At 2:34am on the 27th June 2012 Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service were mobilised to a person reported property fire at Newstart supported housing scheme, 18 – 24 Revlow Court, Brunel Road, Telford TF4 2DS.
Three fire appliances from Telford Central, Tweedale and Wellington were sent to the incident. On arrival the crew were faced with a severe fire in a first floor bedroom.
Four firefighters wearing breathing apparatus entered the property to search for the missing person with thermal imaging cameras and two hosereel jets to fight the fire. After a very short time a male was located in the bedroom and was rescued by firefighters. He was treated at the scene by ambulance paramedics and taken to hospital. The fire was quickly extinguished and was contained to the bedroom of the property.
A joint police and fire investigation is currently underway into the cause of the fire although it is not being treated as suspicious.
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GrapeFest® - A Texas Wine Experience
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The largest wine festival in the southwest takes place right in the heart of Grapevine, Texas on September 12, 13, 14 and 15, 2024!
Mark your calendars for the 38th Annual GrapeFest® - A Texas Wine Experience presented by Bank of the West and get ready to celebrate wine in Grapevine! There are a variety of annual events, special wine tastings and kid-friendly activities when Main Street closes down to traffic for the four-day festival throughout the second weekend in September.
GrapeFest celebrates wines from around the world but takes special pride in Texas wine. The People’s Choice Wine Tasting Classic is the largest consumer-judged wine competition in the nation and exclusively features Texas wines. Sip champagnes and sparkling wines from around the world under the shaded oaks at Champagne Terrace. Explore internationally and nationally recognized wines at the Liberty Park Plaza International Wine Experience. Enjoy a variety of rosé at the Rosé Rendezvous at the Gazebo. From there head to the Champagne Cork Shoot-Off or the classic Grape Stomp and get ready for fun, competitive events you won’t forget!


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Social security is intended to pay retired workers a monthly benefit, but is also designed with more in mind than reaching retirement age. Social security disability is a large part of the program, but navigating through the rules and regulations can be overwhelming. SSD qualifications include the requirement that you have previously been employed at a job that is covered by social security, and that you are now disabled. The disability must meet the Social Security Administration’s definition of disability, and this is where cases can become complex. The attorneys at Murphy Law Firm in Billings, MT, have experience processing claims and helping people who have already had their claims denied. Whether you need help filing your initial claim or contesting a denial, our attorneys can help.
What Conditions Qualify for SSD
There are certain conditions for which the Social Security Administration provides “automatic” disability benefits. Among the conditions on the official list are:
- Musculoskeletal conditions, such as back or joint injury
- Loss of hearing or loss of vision
- Cardiovascular conditions, such as heart failure
- Chronic breathing problems, such as asthma or cystic fibrosis
- Neurological issues, such as Parkinson’s disease
- An immune system deficiency
- A mental disorder
The mere existence of these disorders should automatically qualify an individual for benefits, but often times claims are denied. If you have been denied, you can appeal the denial by taking the steps outlined in the notice of denial. This typically requires the disabled party to show evidence to overcome the basis for denial, and a qualified attorney will have a wealth of experience in this area.
What is Needed to Establish a Disability for SSD Benefits?
When making a claim for SSD benefits, for an approved disability or for conditions not on the official list, you must present reliable and credible medical evidence. This may include doctor’s notes and diagnoses, CT scans, blood test results, MRI images, or X-rays. The medical proof must be recent, and include the date on which you became disabled, up through the present time. It is also necessary to show that you are unable to continue working, even with lesser job responsibilities. The physician notes must be very clear on the condition that you suffer from, complete with a long-term prognosis that you are unable to return to work.
Even when you submit these documents, it is common to have a claim denied. However, denial of a claim does not conclusively establish that you are not disabled or that you do not qualify for benefits. You do have the right to an appeal and many cases require an appeal be filed. A knowledgeable attorney is in the best position to help you qualify for benefits and make a case to get you all that you deserve.
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If you have questions about how to qualify for social security and disability benefits, or have had a claim denied, our attorneys can help. Please contact our office online, or call us today at 406-452-2345.

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Major Calder intersection closure starts
Starting Friday, the intersection of Calder Avenue and Eleventh Street will be closed for approximately two weeks and will not be accessible to emergency vehicles, according to the City of Beaumont.
This closure is part of the second phase of the Calder drainage improvement project.
Detour signs will be posted to advise drivers of alternate routes.
Drivers traveling southbound on Eleventh Street will detour west to Harrison Avenue to the Interstate 10 service road.
Drivers traveling northbound on Eleventh Street will be detoured west to Liberty Street to the Interstate 10 service road.


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This revised and updated collection is intended to serve as a thematic textbook on the institutions and procedures devoted to the national implementation of human rights and to the international monitoring of State performance. Albeit not exhaustive, the coverage extends to most of the monitoring instances available at intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations: complaints, fact-finding and investigative procedures, State reporting obligations, good offices actions, dialogue functions, human rights education, dissemination of human rights information, letter campaigns, and technical co-operation.
The target audience of the book is students of international human rights law, but the book can also serve as a guide for both officials and activists involved in the realization of human rights.The success of the first edition has allowed for this second edition. It demonstrates that there is a important demand for literature with a focus on human rights monitoring and follow-up activities.


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- Ohio Fall Fests & Events
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The modern-day Everything Rubbermaid Store in downtown Wooster, Ohio turns 24-years-old this year. But its roots in Wooster date back over 100 years!
Rubbermaid began as Wooster Rubber in 1920. Five businessmen started the company by making toy balloons, paving the way for Rubbermaid. The historic store’s original purpose was to test customer response to new Rubbermaid products being manufactured in the former nearby factory. The first such product was a patented rubber dustpan in 1933. Since then, Rubbermaid, now Newell-Rubbermaid remains a leader in developing cutting-edge technologies and products that have organized the lives of nearly every American for decades.
There are still four floors of the best selection of Newell Brand Products, all in one location, with the main emphasis on Rubbermaid.
The following highlights some of the new items in the store today.
FreshWorks, one of the most advertised items, can be found here. They are in three different sizes to keep all those fruits and vegetables fresher, longer.
Another new item in the store is called Brilliance. It’s a liquid-tight container which can also be put in the microwave. It has a very special feature: When you lift the latches there are vent holes in the lid that allow steam to escape and the splatter to stay contained.
Not as new, but just as wonderful to have and use are the Freezer Blox. These sturdy blue boxes seal tightly and stack neatly in your freezer. They are just the thing to preserve the fruits and vegetables from your garden harvest.
Elmer’s products are now in-store. Plans are to grow this introductory product line in the coming months.
Contigo and Bubba bottles are now part of our family. They are made to keep hot beverages hot and cold beverages cold. And they do just what they claim on the label. They are designed to fit well in just about any cup holder and are pretty much spill proof. These make wonderful gifts.
The newest product line to be introduced is Ball canning supplies. The inventory received so far has been greeted with enthusiasm. Therefore, this product line is expected to expand moving forward.
When visiting the store it is a good strategy to start at the top floor, there’s a large elevator for you and your carts, and work your way down to the main floor. This means starting in Bargainland!
The items in Bargainland, on the fourth floor, are reduced from 10-50% off of the original retail price. Items on this floor could be discontinued, have slight cosmetic flaws or may just be part of a production overrun.
The third floor features residential and commercial garbage cans, commercial totes, a large variety of commercial food storage and Step 2 toys.
Venture the second floor for your basic necessities such as dish drainers, mats and trays, ice trays, butter dishes and glass and plastic food storage containers. There are also plenty of laundry baskets, hampers and cleaning supplies. Calphalon bake ware, utensils and a small selection of pots and pans can also be found here.
And finally, the first floor features outdoor sheds, coolers, garage organization, mail boxes and more.
Every month the store features an in-store special. This has been done for years. The first thing many customers ask upon arrival is, “What’s the special of the month?”
Newell has made a number of new acquisitions in the last year so the store plans to bring more of those items to the shelves soon. The plan is to introduce Coleman, Oster, Crockpot and Yankee Candle, just to name a few. Be sure to visit their website – http://www.everythingrubbermaidstore.com/ – to keep abreast of the latest changes at the iconic Everything Rubbermaid Store in beautiful downtown Wooster, Ohio.
Ohio’s Scenic Railway & Wonderland
Fall foliage tours and…dare say? Santa Claus is coming to town!
Tucked back in the rolling hills of Southeast Ohio Appalachia is historic Nelsonville – a town redefining itself through art, niche shopping and the historic railroad depot offering leisurely rides along the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway.
Nearby the Nelsonville depot, there’s an eatery where train enthusiasts like to grab a bite before boarding time. Sometimes the air is filled with lively railroading stories. Go ahead, interrupt and ask your questions, they don’t mind. It’s all part of that Hocking Valley charm. Before boarding time, be sure to take advantage of the photo ops that abound. Stroll among railroad history and see lines of coaches, cabooses and engines depicting the eras of railroads past. The railroad itself operates on a line that dates back to the Civil War.
Riding this nostalgic railway can be a new adventure for youngsters, a trip down memory lane for grandparents, or just a fun thing to do for people in-between. Whatever your age, there’s a certain mystique about the conductor’s cry of “All Aboard” just before the train’s whistle blows for all to hear. It’s time to roll. And so the train gently sways into motion and glides across its steel ribbon of rail. It meanders through some of Ohio’s most beautiful countryside across meadows, through woods and over bridges.
These trips are never more beautiful than during Fall when you see the foliage turn color. And it’s never more fun than when Santa boards to talk to each and every child in December. Fall Foliage and Santa train rides often sellout so you may want to plan ahead. Tickets are available now at http://www.hvsry.org/tickets/.
In October, a Friday excursion train to Logan is added to the regularly scheduled rides on Saturday and Sunday. Friday trains depart at 1pm between October 6 and 27, 2017 and last approximately two hours. The Saturday and Sunday trains run from Memorial Day through the end of October departing the Nelsonville depot at Noon and 2:30pm. The Noon ride is roundtrip to Haydenville, spanning 1 ½ hours. The 2:30 trip is to Logan, spanning two hours. These trips feature full narration on board, describing the area history, sites along the way, and the history of the train itself. You also have many options available to you as far as seating. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Seating options include climate controlled coaches (air or heat), two open-air cars, and enclosed (but not temperature controlled) coaches.
Toward the end of the train ride, there is a stop at a quaint recreated town called Robbins Crossing. This village is a recreation of a typical 1840s-era Ohio pioneer village, which showcases candle-making, a working blacksmith shop, a general store, a one-room school, and a lot more in original log cabins.
But not to be outdone, this all-volunteer operated railway takes most of November off to decorate the train and depot in the holiday spirit as it readies for the arrival of Santa Claus in December. These are just about as equal in popularity to the October trains, so be prepared for a crowd if you plan to make the trip to “North Pole Nelsonville.” While Santa’s reindeer are stabled elsewhere, Santa boards the train and walks through from end to end, visiting with each and every pajama-smiling child along the way! Of course, the coaches are heated throughout—one of them with an old coal stove—and the festive mood of Christmas is evident enough, as the coaches are decorated for the season. Old musical favorites of the holiday season, from Bing Crosby to the Chipmunks, are played during the whole ride over the train’s PA system. Plus, each child receives a candy cane treat.
With some luck by way of Jack Frost, the winter journey will include a blanket of snow-covered countryside, sure to put everyone in the Christmas spirit. It’s a great ride with Santa Claus and the kids or grandkids. It usually takes about two hours to complete. Santa Trains operate weekends between November 25th and December 17th at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., plus an evening version at 6:00 pm on December 2nd and 9th only.
While you’re in this lovely small town, you may want to also make time to see the Historic Dew Hotel, where President Roosevelt, President Taft, President McKinley, and President Harding all made whistle stops while on the campaign trail. There’s also Stuart’s Opera House, built in 1879 and the restored, picturesque, Nelsonville Public Square. Next to the Nelsonville depot is The Rocky® Outdoor Gear Store. And of course, there’s plenty of lodging throughout the Hocking Hills Area State Parks, which is known as the hot-tub capital of the Midwest!
If you plan to ride the rails of this rolling countryside, visit http://www.hvsry.org for the latest fares, specials, operating times, how to charter a private train and other details along with directions. Make your next whistle stop, Nelsonville, Ohio to board the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway.
Think Sidney for Autumn & Winter Adventures
West central Ohio is the place to be for fun and interesting things to do all year ‘round. Here are some can’t-miss ideas for you this season.
The third weekend in September returns the Fall Harvest Festival to Lake Loramie State Park. This three-day festival features a mountain man encampment, craft show, antique power show, live entertainment, games for the kids, and lots of yummy food. The festival kicks off Friday afternoon at 4:00 p.m. and runs through Sunday at 4:00 p.m.
For those yet to visit Lake Loramie State Park, you’ll find it as one of Ohio’s premier natural resources. The 1,600 acre lake with 30 miles of shoreline offers visitors a quiet and scenic retreat in rural Ohio. You can swim from a sandy beach, hike along the old canal towpath, wet a line from the lakeshore or a rented boat, ride a bike through the park and explore the nearby villages of Minster & Fort Loramie, and spend the night in a shaded campsite or cabin to totally unwind in the great outdoors. A long weekend at Lake Loramie State Park is sure to recharge your batteries for the week ahead.
Now open weekends from September 1st through November 6th is Vandemark Farm in Sidney. At the Farm, you’ll enjoy their seasonal corn maze, petting zoo, hayrides, mini golf and driving range. Those daring enough can also take a ride on their Night Hawk Zip Line adventure. For additional information, check out the Vandemark Farm Facebook page for operating hours, ticket prices, and more.
If stories of ghosts blended with a little local history are of interest, you’ll certainly want to make plans to visit Sidney on October 10th and 11th for the annual Ghost Tour led by the Shelby County Historical Society. On this year’s tour, you’ll meet a variety of living history characters who died tragically and learn how their wealth and fame didn’t protect them from an unfortunate death. This year’s tour will include visits to the Old Shelby County Jail, Sidney Masonic Lodge, and the Ross Historical Center. The Ghost Tour usually sells out so those interested in attending should purchase their tickets early.
On October 29th the Shelby County Historical Society will conduct walking tours of six churches in downtown Sidney. Visits to these churches will offer you a flavor for the architecture in downtown Sidney, but this tour is about more than just buildings. Each church on the tour route has its own story to tell and participants will also hear about area churches that didn’t survive the years as well. Tickets can be purchased in advance by contacting the Shelby County Historical Society.
Guess what happens when you put two sharp-witted, incredibly talented musicians behind two grand pianos where they play a wide range of music from classic rock to country, show tunes to the top 40 all while party goers shout song requests? A great time happens, that’s what! Dueling Pianos International will be presented at the Historic Sidney Theatre for one show only on October 27th. Your evening is sure to be a side-splitting good time so come prepared to laugh and sing along with 450 of your new, soon to be best friends. Advanced tickets are available.
Sidney Alive is presenting a number of fun and unique things to do this season in downtown Sidney. September 8th is their annual Chocolate Walk where patrons aged 18 and over tour a variety of downtown Sidney businesses while enjoying samples of delicious chocolate treats along the way! On September 28th, Sidney Alive is hosting its first ever Open Air Dinner on the Shelby County Court Square. If you’re looking for an evening of murder, mayhem, and delicious food, be sure to mark your calendars for October 28th when Sidney Alive presents their annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre at the Bridge Restaurant in downtown Sidney. This year’s theme, Zombie Asylum, is a can’t miss good time. Tickets to all the above can be purchased in advance through Sidney Alive.
Sidney’s annual Winter Wonderland Parade is scheduled for November 17th when downtown shops and sidewalks get all dressed up for the holidays and those attending are treated to a festive evening parade, complete with Santa & Mrs. Claus. The Reason for the Season Lighting Ceremony begins at 6:30 p.m. with the parade stepping off at 7:30.
The Christmas of Yesteryear celebration in downtown Sidney is planned for December 2nd where you’ll enjoy the sights, tastes and sounds of a Historic Downtown Sidney Christmas, complete with roasted chestnuts and horse and carriage rides.
Lastly, on December 3rd, you’re invited to come and take a magical, musical Christmas journey with the 3 Redneck Tenors, guaranteed to liven up your holidays this year. The 3 Redneck Tenors Christmas SPEC-TAC-YULE-AR is Christmas music like you’ve never heard before (and won’t easily forget). Shows are 3:00 and 7:00 p.m. and tickets can be purchased in advance.
For every leisure and recreation interest, the possibilities are many in Sidney. Additional information about all of the incredible attractions in west central Ohio can be found on the Sidney Visitors Bureau web site at VisitSidneyShelby.com. A quick look at the web calendar is sure to entice you with an eye-popping array of seasonal fun.
As summer comes to an end and leaves turn from green to orange, we welcome the autumn weather and you to beautiful Coshocton County. Fall is one of Coshocton’s most bustling and enjoyable seasons as there is so much to do. Immerse yourself in unique history, delicious wine tours on the Three Rivers Wine Trail, bluegrass music, shopping, dining, and much more. Our goal is to send everyone home happy with plenty to talk about and this fall, you will experience just that.
Coshocton is the proud host of the 3rd Annual Appalachian Bacon Nation Festival which is on September 1st & 2nd. Back by popular demand, the Bacon Festival draws in crowds from all over Ohio who share a mutual love for the sizzling strips of hog heaven. We are home to one of Kraft Heinz Foods largest bacon producing facilities of Oscar Meyer bacon, therefore it only makes sense that this delicious festival takes place in our town! Before the celebration is the Bacon ‘N’ Legs 5k Run through the streets Coshocton. You can purchase your tickets for the 5k here.
For those who love sweet treats, art, exciting rides, animals, and music, then you should not miss the Coshocton County Fair. It begins September 29 and ends on October 5. There is free nightly entertainment in the Grandstand, so whether you are into rough trucks, racing, or music, they have got it all. To check out the entertainment schedule for the fair, please click here. Put your dancing shoes on for the Fall Harvest Big Band dance on October 14. It will be a festive evening at the historic Lake Park Dance Pavilion which is a beautifully restored 1930s big band dance hall.
The free Fall Foliage and Farm Tour takes place on October 21 & 22 and is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and autumn lovers alike. The Drive-It-Yourself tour allows you to experience the history of Coshocton County as well as the beauty of nature and agricultural land. For more details about the tour, please visit the OSU Extension website.
To top off our wonderful fall events, the 48th Annual Apple Butter Stirrin’ Festival is returning on October 20 – 22, 2017 in Historic Roscoe Village. Take a trip back in time in our 1800s canal era town by riding the canal boat, taking a Living History Tour, and a Spirit of Roscoe lantern tour (Friday & Saturday only). Numerous food and craft vendors will line the street offering plenty of shopping and dining options as well as things to do. And you cannot forget the wonderful smell of fresh apple butter that brings the festival to life.
If adventure had an Ohio zip code it would surely be 43123. Just a short drive from Columbus, Grove City is an unexpected natures paradise. Whether you like your adventure heart pounding or heartwarming, Grove City offers options for everyone from thrill seekers to wine sippers (and all those in between) with a range of activities that can only be called Altogether Adventure.
For more high-octane fall adventure, visitors can take aim at LVL UP Sports Paintball Megapark where you can play on themed fields, X-ball courses or woodsball courses. Turn up the excitement with a round of glow-in-the-dark footgolf at Kickmaster Footgolf, then scope out their indoor soccer theme park for year-round fun. Every green space offers up a remarkable range of outdoor activities from fresh water kayaking and tree-canopied cycling at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park, to the thrill of fishing or archery in the new 3D range at Scioto Grove Metro Park. This is a place to get your heart rate up and let your spirits soar.
If you like your adventure a little softer, Grove City is also an ideal spot for bliss seekers to naturally refresh both mind and soul. Morning yoga at one of many local studios offers a chance to find your focus for the day. You can feed your curious mind in the Historic Town Center with two museums, then feed your hungry appetite in a variety of local eateries. Take part in a leisurely ride with Heritage Cycles and end with a relaxing brew on the patio at Hop Yard 62. Mother Nature’s handiwork is on display everywhere you look, especially in parks and gardens with fall foliage better than any painting. Bottom line, you may not like your adventure heart pounding, but natural beauty means it will always be breathtaking.
And because true adventure lovers don’t sit inside all winter, Grove City activities span the calendar. Sledding, ice skating and cross-country skiing make the most of frosty temps and pristine snow. Take the mile hike out to see the bison at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park then warm up with a cup of hot coffee at Lilly’s Kitchen Table. Adventures in learning include year-round outdoor festivals and events like Arts in the Alley, Old Time Harvest Day, OktoberFest and Mistletoe Market exploring everything from arts to Grove City’s rich German heritage. You can always find your favorite libations at the Plum Run Winery and other local brew pubs. While treasure hunters can pursue antiques or artisan gifts in the cluster of eclectic shops including Country Hearth Primitives, The Unforgotten Piece, Farm Table on 62, Old World, New Home, Down Home Designs, Kitty Kottage, Never Grow Up Boutique, and more.
From heart pounding exhilaration to heartwarming family time, Grove City is up for fun and down to earth. Close to the city but far from its temperament. It’s a natural escape to workout or to rest up. Best of all, there is no rush hour in Grove City; your journey is perfectly paced for you . . . and anyone else you bring along for the ride.
Start planning your fall adventure at visitgrovecityoh.com or call 800.539.0405 to receive your free Grove City Visitors Guide. And be sure to follow @visitgrovecity on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for even more trip ideas.
Ohio County Fairs in September:
Hancock County Fair in Findlay
Mahoning County Fair in Canfield
Montgomery County Fair in Dayton
Van Wert County Fair in Van Wert
Geauga County Fair in Burton
Washington County Fair in Marietta
Highland County Fair in Hillsboro
Morgan County Fair in McConnelsville
Hardin County Fair in Kenton
Wayne County Fair in Wooster
Williams County Fair in Montpelier
Hocking County Fair in Logan
Guernsey County Fair in Old Washington
Wyandot County Fair in Upper Sandusky
Delaware County Fair in Delaware
Ashland County Fair in Ashland
Tuscarawas County Fair in Dover
Brown County Fair in Georgetown
There’s nothing like late summer for glamping. The days are still nice and long, the weather more moderate and the cool, clear nights are perfect for a campfire and star gazing.
According to Glamping.com, “Recently, a global trend has caught fire that offers outdoor enthusiasts an upgrade on rest and recreation. It’s called glamping, a new word for a new kind of travel, defined as glamorous camping. When you’re glamping, there’s no tent to pitch, no sleeping bag to unroll, no long journey to find a bathroom. Whether you’re staying in a tent, yurt, airstream, pod, igloo, hut, villa, cabin, cube, teepee or treehouse, glamping is a way to experience the great outdoors without sacrificing luxury.”
Nowhere in the Midwest is there a better place for Glamping than the Hocking Hills. Conveniently located in southeast Ohio, just an hour from Columbus, the Hocking Hills are Ohio’s natural crown jewels.
Long known for the multitude of cabins peppered throughout the Hills amongst the region’s famous parks and forests with prehistoric caves, waterfalls, deep ravines and scenic clifftops, the Hocking Hills was a Glamping mecca before it became a global trend.
In addition to the cabins and lodges there are some really unique lodging options. There’s treehouses, Tipis, Yurts, a Caboose and even Gypsy Wagons. Enjoy hiking, ziplining, canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding, rock climbing and rappelling during the day then retreat to a little Glamping in a truly unique setting.
In addition to the lovely, lingering late summer weather there’s plenty of fun and festival activity in September. Check out the Ohio Paw-Paw Festival at Lake Snowden in Albany from September 15 to 17, 2017. Test your endurance at the annual Hocking Hills Indian Run on September 16. Pick your challenge at this 60k, 40k, 20k, 10k or 5k trail run departing from the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center. Ohio’s largest free air show will take to the skies on September 17 at the Vinton County Airport.
The Annual Hocking Hills Artists & Craftsmen Show and Sale will be in a new location this year and will be part of the inaugural Hocking Hills Fall Fest in Historic Downtown Logan on September 23 & 24. In addition to all the wonderful one-of-a-kind works of art the weekend will include live music, food trucks, kid’s activities and a Chili cook off. Historic Downtown Logan is coming back to life with new shops, eateries and performance venues, all conveniently located just a short drive from your Glamping headquarters in the Hocking Hills.
How about a little moonlight adventure? There’s MoonShine Full Moon Zipline Tours, Night Flight Rappelling Adventures and canoeing on the Hocking River under the full moon on September 8 & 9.
September is still summer so get out and take advantage of the perfect summer Glamping getaway to the Hocking Hills.
DIY takes on a whole new meaning in Mohican. It is all about Drive-It-Yourself during Mohican’s Fall Foliage Tour.
Drive through one of Ohio’s most popular park and forest – Mohican State Park and Mohican-Memorial State Forest. With a combined total of over 5,000 acres, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and driving will help in some of the most beautiful views of autumn. Whether it is overlooking Clear Fork Gorge, up high in the fire tower, from the Memorial Shrine, or a stroll through Wolf Creek Grist Mill; Mohican in the fall is full of color and fun.
Mohican in the fall is on fire, with color of course. The leaves are transforming the hills of Mohican into a brand new landscape full of reds, yellows and oranges. Local farmers markets have pumpkins, mums and more out and ready to sell. Visitors are amazed at the view of the Clearfork Gorge Overlook as it changes to sea of color each day. It truly is a sight to behold.
As the Camp & Canoe Capital of Ohio, canoeing is not over. What a treat to float down the Mohican State Scenic River under an arbor of color. Some of the canoe liveries are open through October. It is a perfect time to grab a camera with family and friends and enjoy the serenity of the river.
Fall is full with activities that will keep everyone having fun while enjoying all there is to offer. Whether staying for a week or weekend, discover why Mohican rocks any time of year. Stay in a castle, resort, Inn, or a choice of one of many private cabins. Several of the private cabins or cottages have hot tubs, spectacular views; all the amenities of home and some are even pet friendly.
The 26th Annual Mohican Bluegrass Festival returns to Mohican Wilderness Campground, September 14th – 16th. This family friendly event that takes place in the beautiful Mohican River. Performances include the International Bluegrass Music Association’s, award winning, Claire Lynch, and many more. Don’t miss this first class event.
September 30th is the annual Oktoberfest at Wolf Creek Grist Mill. Taste & enjoy 100 varieties of domestic and international beer, and wine to support fundraising efforts for Wolf Creek Grist Mill Historic Park & Museum. Live music, games, food, and more. Free busing to and from the event for patrons staying at any of the following sponsorship lodging locations: Red Window Townhouse, Mohican Adventures, Wally World Riverside Resort, Arrow Point Campgrounds Inc, Mohican Little Brown Inn, and The Mohican State Park Campground.
There are plenty of events happening this fall. October 3rd-7th is the 129th Loudonville Street Fair. Family fun and affordable, with five days of free admission, free entertainment, food, rides, and more.
October 9th – 22nd, is Mohican is the Fall Foliage Drive-It-Yourself Tour. Take a leisurely drive through the Mohican State Park and the Mohican-Memorial State Forest during the peak of the season. Hike or bike the trails and enjoy nature as the trees and wildlife get ready for winter. Then enjoy time at the restaurants and independent stores. Special offers are available for a limited time. Visit DiscoverMohican.com for a map and more information.
Fitness with a cause is a good excuse to get into shape for October 15th, to run or walk in the Mohican 5k. The 10th Annual Mohican 5K Run & Walk benefits the Loudonville-Mohican bike path with proceeds helping to maintain the area’s bike path.
September and October also brings in ghost enthusiasts at Landoll’s Mohican Castle. Throughout the year, they offer public Ghost Walks. These walks will take one through the history of the property and also allow the opportunity to communicate with the “other side” by using ‘tools of the trade.’ If wanting to go more in-depth ask about the possibility of a Ghost Hunt. This will take several hours and permits the visitor to conduct a paranormal investigation.
During November and December, make sure to plan an individualized adventure in Mohican. Fishing, outdoor sports and more occur all year long. Live demonstrations and more are available for free and open to the public at the Mohican State Park and Mohican State Park Lodge & Conference Center. These programs will keep everyone entertained while learning about the nature of Mohican. Take a tour through the local museum. Be amazed at the wealth of history that changed the world.
All of this and more await – Discover Why Mohican Rocks!
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Here comes the annual Minster Oktoberfest and Grand Lake Marathon at Grand Lake St. Marys!
Lace up those running shoes, the 4th annual Grand Lake Marathon will take place Saturday, September 23, 2017. This fast, flat, Boston Marathon qualifying course begins & ends at Lake Shore Park in Celina, Ohio along the shores of beautiful Grand Lake St Marys. So if you’re a rookie or an old pro, escape the concrete jungle and head to the countryside to enjoy a quick loop around the Grand. It’s almost as if Grand Lake was designed to have a Marathon around it…the course is that smooth & flat! While in the country, enjoy friendly, entertaining groups cheering you on your way. Also enjoy lots of great live music along your journey back to Lakeshore Park where you will be greeted by family & fellow runners as well as a terrific after party filled with music, drinks, & great local food.
If you’re more of a short distance runner there will also be a Half Marathon, the Grand Lake Marathon 5K, or you can even choose to do a relay with your friends. Also new this year…is the Senior Marathon. The Grand Lake Marathon truly has a race for everyone and every caliber runner. Participants & spectators of all races will also have the opportunity to meet Olympic Marathon Runner Jared Ward! Jared will be at the race and at the Expo, which takes place on Friday, September 22nd where runners will pick-up their race packets, mix & mingle with fellow runners, and visit various venders who will be on site to get you all geared-up for your BIG run!
There is still time to register and be a part of this amazing Marathon. To find out everything you need to know about the Grand Lake Marathon visit GrandLakeMarathon.com.
The following weekend, September 29th through October 1st, it will be time to put on your lederhosen and do the “Chicken Dance” as the region’s largest German heritage festival, the Minster Oktoberfest takes place in Minster, Ohio. This annual celebration attracts more than 60,000 people each year and is rated as one of the best Oktoberfest celebrations in the nation. From singing and dancing to the taste of hearty German foods, the 42nd annual edition of this event will provide a fun filled time for all. Topping the list of free entertainment this year includes popular bands such as The Klaberheads, Autobahn, the happy Wanderers, Cincinnati Schnapps and Aaron and the Polka Revolution.
Mark your calendar, come to Oktoberfest and watch the spectacular gala parade on Sunday afternoon, featuring colorful floats and marching bands. Take part in the beer tray relay, the 10K run, the Jug Hoist and a number of other games. Enjoy the car show, the arts and crafts booths and the Miss Oktoberfest Pageant. Whether or not you share the German heritage, you may find yourself doing the Chicken Dance before the evening is over. For more information, check out MinsterOktoberfest.com for a complete schedule of events. When it comes to having a great time the Minster Oktoberfest, ist wunderbar!
Piqua Chautauqua at Hance Pavilion
Last summer, a group form the Ohio Humanities Council visited Piqua to consider it as one of their Ohio Chautauqua sites for 2017. Unfortunately, they were not selected, but they did encourage the group to develop their own Chautauqua event. Well, give folks from Piqua a challenge and they deliver. So a dedicated committee officially began working on Piqua Chautauqua! The dates for this event will be September 19, 20 & 21, 2017 from 6 to 8 p.m. and will take place at Hance Pavilion, located in Fountain Park in Piqua.
Chautauqua performances actually has a history in Piqua back when the Piqua Community Chautauqua Association held their first festival at Fountain Park in 1912. The festival grew in popularity and after World War I, a permanent pavilion was built, and today is known as Hance Pavilion. Bringing back this wonderful event simply makes sense for the residents of Piqua.
What is a Chautauqua? It began as any traveling show and local assembly that flourished in the U.S. in the late 19th and early 20th centuries that provided popular education combined with entertainment in the form of lectures, concerts, and plays. Today’s Chautauqua’s are very similar; hiring humanities scholars who perform as 1st person historical figures while providing entertainment, and light refreshments.
The line-up of entertainers are well known for their historical performances around the county. Here are their bios as themselves and their characters.
Brief Bio: Karen Vuranch, Scholar
Storyteller, actress, and writer Karen Vuranch weaves together a love of history, a passion for stories and a sense of community. She is known for her traditional storytelling, plays based on oral history, and living history presentations of famous American women. She brings history to life through her unique performance style, which combines storytelling and drama to create an engaging presentation.
She is known nationally for her work and has toured extensively through West Virginia and the United States. She regularly performs in Chautauqua’s, which are summer performances presented by state Humanities Councils featuring scholar/actors portraying historical characters. Her repertoire of famous American women includes novelist Pearl S. Buck, labor activist Mother Jones, humanitarian Clara Barton, Indian captive Mary Draper Ingles, Civil War soldier and spy Emma Edmunds, Irish pirate Grace O’Malley, Wild West outlaw Belle Starr, the First Lady of Food, chef Julia Child, Hollywood gossip columnist Louella Parsons and her newest character, beloved children’s author Laura Ingalls Wilder.
She has an M.A. in Humanities from Marshall University and is the Director of the Theatre Department for Appalachian Studies at Concord University.
As Edith Wharton:
Edith Newbold Jones was born to a distinguished New York family and married wealthy banker Edward Wharton in 1885. After her marriage, she began to write stories set among turn-of-the-century New York society, and won the Pulitzer Prize for her novel The Age of Innocence. Her best-known work, Ethan Frome is a mainstay of high school English classes.
Edith Wharton’s full and glamorous life bridged the literary worlds of two continents and two centuries. Born in 1862 into an exclusive New York society against whose rigid codes of behavior she often rebelled, she lived to regret the passing of that stable if old-fashioned community and to appreciate the sense of personal identity its definitions provided. She became a prolific professional writer, author of more than forty published volumes, including novels, short stories.
Edith also headed the American relief committee in France during WWI, which helped Belgian refugees and was the only foreign journalist that the French government permitted to go to the front. Her essays and articles were published throughout America, raising money and awareness for the war.
Brief Bio: Charles Pace, Scholar
Charles Everett Pace is a founding scholar of the modern day Chautauqua in Ohio (which began in Columbus in 1998). Ohioans last saw him as Frederick Douglass in the 2016 Ashland Chautauqua. As well as serving as a Program Advisor at the Texas Union, the University of Texas at Austin, he has taught at The University of Nebraska at Lincoln, Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana and Centre College in Danville, Kentucky.
Pace graduated from Texarkana Jr. College, The University of Texas at Austin (B.A., biology) and Purdue University (M.A., American Studies-history & anthropology). His research area is the anthropology of performance, experience and visual communications.
He was a 16 year veteran of the Great Plains Chautauqua Society, Inc., and is a founding member of The National Chautauqua Tour. Pace has also conducted two public diplomacy missions for the United States International Communications Agency, an independent federal agency, in 25 cities and nine countries across Africa. He was also a featured Chautauqua presenters at three U.S. Presidential Debates at Hofstra University in Hemstead, New York in 2008, 2012 and 2016.
He was the featured performer in the role of W. E. B. Du Bois, at the 101st Annual Convention of the NAACP in Kansas City, Missouri in 1910. Pace was also the featured performer at the 100th anniversary celebration of the founding of The Crisis Magazine, held at The New York Times Building in New York City in November 1910.
Charles Everett Pace is a Silver Life Member of the NAACP, travels nationally, and lives in Texarkana, USA.
As W.E.B. DuBois:
W. E. B. Dubois was a founding member of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) in New York City in 1909. He was also the founding editor of The Crisis Magazine, the official organ of the Association in 1910. Educated at Fisk University, Harvard University and the University of Berlin in Germany, he was also the first African American to receive a Ph.D. from Harvard. As an official member of the U. S. Press Corps that accompanied President Woodrow Wilson to the Paris Peace Conference in 1919, he interviewed Black soldiers and convened the second Pan African Congress to discuss the fate of German Colonies in east and southwest Africa. The presentation present Dubois’ ideas on the legacy of the Great War, with a focus on the role of interracial leadership between Black and White Officers in the U. S. Army.
As a veteran of the Vietnam War myself, I will point out how lessons learned in World War I were applied in subsequent years to bring about a more democratic approach to leadership training and effectiveness in carrying out the nation’s political and military mission.
Brief Bio: Paul S. Vickery, Scholar
Dr. Paul S. Vickery, Ph.D. is Professor of History at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, OK. The author of 3 books, one of which is about Andrew Jackson’s military career, Vickery has presented historical characters such as Henry Ford and Bishop Francis Asbury around the country. He and his wife have traveled and lived in Europe and the Caribbean. He has been an ordained United Methodist Pastor for over 20 years. As a member of the Mediterranean Studies Association, he has spoken at eight international universities and taught classes in Korea and England. For 25 years he has brought students on study trips across the Caribbean and Europe and spoken on cruise ships including Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, Silver Seas and Azamara. Vickery is known for bringing humor to his historical presentations.
As Woodrow Wilson:
“He kept us out of war,” claimed the slogan that won the 1916 presidential race for Woodrow Wilson. Yet in an address to Congress on April 2, 1917, he asked for a declaration of war. “It is a fearful thing to lead this great peaceful people into war,” he declared, “into the most terrible and disastrous of all wars, civilization itself seeming to be in the balance” (Wilson). What caused Wilson to change from maintaining strict neutrality to joining the Allies against the Hun? What factors led the nation into an anti-German attitude that promoted the burning of German books and newspapers and banned German composers such as Beethoven and Bach? The man who insisted, “I come from the South and I know what war is—for I have seen its terrible wreckage and ruin,” was now calling for war to make the world “safe for democracy” (Fried 308). Why?
Just 25 miles west of Akron and 30 miles south of Cleveland on I-71, Medina County is the kind of area that truly has something for everyone. The vast array of festivals, shopping, attractions, parks, golf, historic architecture and eateries make Medina County a special place to visit and live.
Some of the area’s attributes that have put Medina County on the nationwide map are some of the finest, best preserved Victorian architecture; an internationally famous candle making facility and retail store, A. I. Root (Root is known for their fragrances and longer cleaner burning candles). A strong economic base with companies like MTD, Westfield Insurance and RPM’s World Headquarters help Medina County. But today’s appeal of Medina County is its ability to retain rich traditions and values and create events and happenings around these values, the local history and agricultural base.
Each year Medina County features its annual Fall Foliage Tour with many of the area farms, parks, historical societies and shops participating to provide a superb tour. In the past, this two-day event featured such stops as a llama farm, dairy and horse farms, Christmas tree farm, greenhouses, orchards, wineries and historical societies, among others. Some stops have food vendors, wagon rides and other fun programs. Pioneers in the Park is a part of the Fall Foliage Tour with pioneer costumes and crafts. The drive itself takes visitors through picturesque, rolling hills and rich farmland to provide a panoramic view of the county in all of its fall splendor. It is held the second full weekend in October.
Each of the communities within the county has their own signature events throughout the year. Valley City, also known as the Frog Jumping Capital of Ohio, boasts its annual Frog Jump Festival. Stop by Wadsworth for the Blue Tip Festival (the Blue Tip Match Company was founded here). See one the longest parades in Ohio and the world’s tallest match stick. Buzzard Day in March, located in Hinckley, marks the return of the buzzards for the summer season – and they always show up. Come out to help the ranger spot the first arrival of buzzards. This unique community festival also features crafts, its famous pancake breakfast and is a fun-packed day for all ages. The Village of Seville hosts the World’s Largest Yard Sale. The Medina County Fair, one of the area’s largest annual attractions features several acres of games, rides, ethnic foods, and top entertainment. Brunswick’s Summer Celebration is another community event, and captures the spirit of days gone by with excellent eats, handmade country crafts and more. The entire Village of Lodi participates in the annual Sweet Corn Festival which makes this event truly a community effort. So pick your favorites and mark your calendar for dates in the months ahead.
While visiting Medina County you may also enjoy an old-fashioned band concert in Medina’s Historic Public Square. If it’s chilly weather you prefer, visit the Square for the Medina Ice Festival, with incredible sculptures and ice carving competitions. Tour the historic churches and historical society houses or stop in at one of our garden centers to see some the most beautiful flora in the area. Outdoor adventures can be a hike at the many parks’ trails. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy some of Ohio’s finest and most scenic championship courses scattered throughout the county. Or bring the family to enjoy the enchanting miniature golf courses and go-kart racing for unique and hilariously entertaining fun.
This charming county has loads of apple orchards, wineries, breweries, several lovely garden centers, specialty shops with handmade and Amish furniture and crafts, antique stores, fascinating eating establishments and many monthly festivities. Other community celebrations include Christmas Around the World and Walk With the Spirits of the Past which capture the spirit of centuries’ past. Stop at Mapleside Farms for the Johnny Appleseed Festival and its crafts, good food, and entertainment. For more autumn family fun, visit Pumpkin Village and many other events all year long, including summer concerts on Friday nights at Mapleside Farms.
Medina County boasts Ohio Station Outlets with a train ride and over 50 outlets to find unique gifts, clothes, kitchen ware and more. Just across the highway is Creek Bend Ranch, host of the Buckin’ Ohio Pro Bull Riding Series with many pre-show activities. Rodeos are on one Saturday a month May thru September. A great family fun activity.
Castle Noel, the newest attraction, offers holiday window displays from Bloomingdales, Lords & Taylors, Macy’s and others from New York City. In addition, there are plenty of toys, photos, the Santa Squeeze (experience what Santa feels when he goes down a chimney), and the Blizzard Vortex. There are also collections of props, set pieces and costumes from Christmas movies such as the Grinch’s 16’ sleigh, Will Ferrell’s Elf costume, a sweater worn by Tim Allen, soldiers from the Santa Claus movies and so many more items from many different Christmas movies. End with a visit by Santa, then slide down the tall curved slide just like Ralphie did in “A Christmas Story”. Open year round on weekends and daily for the holiday season. Also located on the lower level is Alien Vacation Mini-Golf in Freaky 3D (black light mini-golf) soon to include props and aliens from various alien movies.
With the vast array of activities, events and some of the most beautiful historic architecture in Ohio, Medina County is well worth the visit. Plan your itinerary at VisitMedinaCounty.com.
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Rolled Pork Loin with California Raisins and Herbs
- 2 C. California raisins
- 4 lb. boneless pork loin, trimmed
- 2 Tbs. olive oil
- 1 1/2 C. thinly sliced onions
- 1/2 C. sun-dried tomatoes with Italian herbs, drained and chopped
- 1 Tbs. jalapeno chilies, diced
- 2 Tbs. fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 C. California raisins
- 1 Tbs. balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 C. white wine
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/3 C. Dijon mustard
- 2 large cloves garlic, minced
- 3 Tbs. olive oil
Blend 2 C. raisins in food processor or blender until smooth. Using long slicing knife, with pork loin facing away lengthwise at 12 o'clock, make 3/4-inch deep cut along right edge for the entire length of roast. Roll the roast to the left. Then, starting inside that cut, holding knife at an angle, cut another 3/4-inch-deep cut along previous cut. Keep turning roast, repeating these 3/4-inch-deep cuts until you have one large square sheet of pork. In heavy-bottomed sauté pan, sauté onions in olive oil until caramelized and tender. Add remaining ingredients and simmer on low 15-20 minutes until flavors blend.
Mix Dijon mustard, minced garlic cloves and 2-3 Tbs. olive oil. Set aside. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Season pork on both sides with salt and pepper. Spread filling evenly over flattened loin to 3/4 inch around all edges. Roll loin jelly roll style and tie with string. Spread rub on outside of rolled loin.
Bake, basting occasionally, 45-60 minutes, to internal temperature of at least 140 degrees for medium, 150 degrees for juicy medium-well. Let rest 10-15 minutes before slicing. Slice and serve.
Yield: 12 servings

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Charles Franklin Quoted by BNA on TSCA Reform
For its article “Most Agree More Money Needed for TSCA; How Much, for What Remain Unclear,” BNA Daily Environment Report cited an article written by Akin Gump environment, natural resources and land practice senior counsel Charles Franklin and then interviewed him on the topic of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).
Franklin’s article, “The Price of Chemical Control: Learning From Struggle and Success,” was published in Environmental Law Reporter and compared the statute to the federal regulatory systems for drug safety and pesticide safety (a summary and the full article are available here).
In the interview, Franklin noted that a critical part of modernization of the TSCA is ensuring that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has both the funding and the mandate to determine which of the many chemicals used in commerce are priorities for further analysis.
He also said that, after prioritization is funded, Congress needs to consider the analyses, including risk assessments, it would mandate under a TSCA reform bill. Franklin noted that agency regulators face the three constraints of speed, cost and quality, regarding which he invoked the phrase “Fast, good or cheap: Pick two.” Thus, EPA could analyze chemicals quickly and cheaply, but the analyses would suffer from low quality, or a high-quality program could be designed that might be cheap but take a long time to assess the safety of thousands of chemicals. The third option is that EPA could prepare high-quality assessments quickly, but Congress and other parties needed to know that these wouldn’t be cheap.
In this regard, the article notes that the American Chemistry Council proposed the Pesticide Registration Improvement Act (PRIA), which supplements EPA’s appropriations for its pesticide program as a possible model. Franklin said that the PRIA fee system is not a perfect fit for TSCA, but that it, along with the Prescription Drug User Fee Act, does have useful concepts that could be applied in building a comparable mechanism for the chemicals sector.


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Herbs 'n Planz
Biography of Herbs 'n Planz
Herbs ‘n Planz was born from within the raging belly of the Forum pages of PoemHunter.
Fertilised initially from ‘quick fire’ responses from
Emancipation Planz and Herbert Nehrlich – creations continue within the ‘spirit of spontaneity’ and all poems collaborated span the Pacific Ocean divide of Australia and New Zealand.
Often crafted within a couple of hours of an afternoon or evening …. We invite you to enjoy our ‘rawness’ and / or look further at our individual pages on PH, as:
Herbs 'n Planz Poems
On lazy days... Uncombed, you become a bed of country wildflowers and I imagine...
Twas a sans-souci day with sounds of no say all about tree swinging and giggles of play along came a leprechaun tall in the ears he juggled with laughter till he burst into tears.
Tonight … know this. your heart
Pi’s Incantation (A Forum Rebuttal)
Today… I spun poem trim in the lean of revolving doors pace caught in cleavage air chopping as pi
The Sneak Of Curiosity *
The sneak of curiosity I do truly love, slip sheets all around me as a satin glove. To unveil one must take sheets off with care,
Heart, crosses and almond eyes stares Tis time for breakfast and kind finger cares Buttercups, roses and counting down sleeps for when special meets special, life turns sweet.
Rebuttal Strokes (On Forum)
Tonight... A crash I hold in the palm of my hand Disappear I say.. it goes by command! ! !
Warmth And Waves
You swamp me in your sudden gush, hot steam strikes, my pot arises, rosé shades, as pale skins flush, odd crescendo, no disguises.
Of Chestnut Trees And Naked Knees (A For...
Tonight... she will come and meet me at the chestnut tree, whose leaves are changing
.....The Wedding Of Mardi Gras And Panto...
When Mardi Gras wooed Pantomime they danced through all the streets, the gods, whose Credo was the time sent fireworks as treats.
Packing Cases Of Farmiliarity
Packing Cases Of Farmiliarity We have a small garden, it's a picket fence patch,
You... are the settling of my morning now the scorch where fire brands in signals
Thou Shall …
Today.... I want to be your undergarment. Stay close to you all day. Picnic in your mossy field
Flowers sent by memories Tastings scent my tree, God make us into honeybees then you can fly to me.
Said the Pope you descendants from apes
come in various colours and shapes.
We protect and we serve
while you do have a nerve
to taste Sauerkraut even in grapes.
He was speaking in Munich last Spring
it's where gnomes and Black Forest elves sing.
All the locals drink beer

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MIRI: Sarawak police have opened 303 investigation papers involving people refusing to pay their fines for violating Covid-19 standard operating procedures (SOP).
"For cases involving unsettled summons, 231 cases have already been submitted to the Deputy Public Prosecutor for further action. The other 72 cases are pending further probe," said Sarawak police in its latest update to the State Disaster Relief Management Committee.
The state police added that 1,516 people caught violating the Covid-19 public SOPs on social distancing and wearing of face masks have paid their RM1,000 fine.
A multi-agency task force is handling the inspections to ensure compliance to the SOPs in public places in Sarawak in the ongoing fight against the second wave of Covid-19 infections.
The task force is made up of police, army, Rela, Civil Defence, local council officials and health department inspectors.
Meanwhile, the committee said that 532 personnel were mobilised throughout Sarawak on Friday (Oct 2).
"The teams checking on the public compliance to the Covid-19 SOPs are carrying out inspections in places frequented by people. These include supermarkets, eateries, markets, government offices, public parks and places of worship," the committee said.
The committee said that police have also set up roadblocks in southern Sarawak to prevent Covid-19 from spreading.
The roadblocks are mainly concentrated in the districts of Serian, Lundu, Bau, Sri Aman and Lubok Antu.


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PI, Maori Children Missing Out On Health Benefits
Thursday 3 July 2003
Pacific and Maori children missing out on health benefits
Estimated value almost $9 million a year The families of Maori and Pacific children with high health needs are missing out on crucial health benefits worth almost $9 million each year, according to data collected by the Wellington-based Downtown Community Ministry.
In a paper to be presented to the Public Health Association conference in Ngaruawahia today, the Ministry says its latest analysis of Work and Income data shows 7.5 percent of Pakeha children of beneficiary households receive the Disability Allowance compared to 3.2 percent of Maori children and 1.9 percent of Pacific children of beneficiary households.
Ministry director Kevin Hackwell says the data shows something is very wrong with the interface between the health and welfare sectors.
"We conservatively estimate that 6,250 Maori and 2,500 Pacific children of beneficiary households are missing out on the Disability Allowance and may therefore not be having their primary health care needs met. These numbers represent nearly two and a half times the present levels of Disability Allowance uptake by Maori and Pacific children."
Mr Hackwell says the Ministry is disturbed to find that even when Maori and Pacific beneficiary families are lucky enough to get a Disability Allowance, the value of the allowance is only two thirds of what Pakeha children get.
"We have estimated that Maori children of beneficiary households are missing out on at least $6.5 million worth of health related assistance each year. For Pacific children of beneficiary households the figure is at least $2.4 million."
All of these figures are conservative because they make an assumption that all eligible Pakeha children of beneficiary households are receiving their correct entitlement to Disability Allowance, Mr Hackwell says. The figures also do not include any children from non-beneficiary, low-income households who are eligible for the Disability Allowance.
"We know that there is a huge problem with the health status of Maori and Pacific children significantly lagging behind that of Pakeha children, Mr Hackwell says. This failure of the welfare and health sectors to assist those most in need may go some way to explaining why the problem exists, he says.
Mr Hackwell says there was a dramatic improvement in rates of Special Benefits uptake when Work and Income developed best practice standards for access to the Special Benefit. These improvements came about after a multi-agency working group, including beneficiary advocates, identified ways to improve practice.
The Downtown Ministry is calling for a similar multi-agency working group to be established to look at uptake of the Disability Allowance. That way the families of children with high health and disability needs will have the necessary financial support to assist with the extra costs involved in their children's on-going care, Mr Hackwell says.
Removing the cost barrier to accessing primary health care is another part of the solution to improve the health status of Maori and Pacific children and to reduce the high rates of avoidable hospitalisation, Mr Hackwell says.


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I purchased the soccer ball for my son as a gift. It came deflated so we filled it with air before boxing it. Upon opening it, it was deflated. It only held air for a few hours. I contacted the company and they immediately shipped out a new one without hassle that is holding air just fine. (I was very pleased with how prompt and pleasant they were!) It lights up very bright when hit or bounced and turns off on its own after a little while of not being hit or bounced. My kids all love it and play with it nightly. It is not stitched as a real soccer ball is, but is more of a heat fused soft plastic. It holds up just fine though to my 13 year old soccer player's kicks. We are all enjoying playing with it and happy with our purchase.
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For all those budding Pelés, Maradona’s and Messi’s out there (how come nobody wants to be a defender or goalkeeper?) I have put together a guide to the Top Ten most popular and best selling soccer balls available. While having the best soccer ball at your feet will not necessarily make you a better player, every little helps and a quality ball will at least increase your enjoyment of the beautiful game and, quite possibly, your accuracy and ball control. Well, you gotta have faith, don’t you?
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The game of soccer has evolved greatly over the years and the ball has evolved with it. In days past, defenses played with as many as six men back. Then things changed around the 1950s to allow when many teams played four forwards at one time! Now, we are in a period where we see (sometimes) one natural forward in a team. The changes that have happened in the game have oftentimes been a result of the changes to the soccer ball itself. Through its many changes, it has allowed teams to change strategies.
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Bulls Roll on Opening Day of Farnsworth/Princeton Tournament
PRINCETON, NJ – The University at Buffalo men's tennis team, the defending Mid-American Conference regular season champions, opened the 2010-11 season with strong singles performances at the first day of the Farnsworth/Princeton Tournament.
The Bulls, who have six singles players and three doubles teams entered in the flighted tournament, scored seven wins on Friday. Five of UB's six singles players won their opening matches.
In A singles, Wojciech Starakiewicz scored a straight sets win over Yale's Daniel Hoffman, 7-6 (2), 6-3. Starakiewicz will face Penn State's Bryan Weinetz in a quarterfinal match on Saturday.
In B singles, George Tibil scored a 6-2, 6-3 win over Columbia's Rajeev Deb Sen and will meet Princeton's Alex Faust on Saturday. In C singles, Marcelo Mazzetto needed three sets to down Columbia's John Yetimoglu, 6-4, 1-6, 7-5. Mazzetto, the number two seed in the C flight, faces Princeton's Ryan Kim on Saturday.
Three Bulls competed in the D flight with Vusa Hove and Alex Kalinin picking up first round victories while Mitch Zenaty lost his opening match. Hove defeated Yuri Gricheno of Fairleigh Dickinson, 6-2, 6-1 to set up a meeting with Penn's Lucas Andreika on Saturday. Kalinin and Penn State's Chris Hasyn, the number two seed in the flight, traded 7-5 sets before Kalinin took the final set, 6-4, to set up Saturday's match with Ian Laster of Columbia. Zenaty fell to Penn's Zach Gorn, 6-0, 6-1 and moved into Saturday's consolation round. He will take on the number one seed in the flight, Columbia's Sho Matsumoto, who was upset in his first round match.
UB's lone doubles team to score wins on Friday was Mazzetto and Zenaty in the B flight. The duo defeated St. John's Pavel Cerny and Matty Najfeld, 8-2 in the first round then scored another 8-2 win over Cyril and Tizian Bucher of Columbia in the quarterfinals. The pair will meet Yohei Shoji and Alex Faust of Princeton, the top seeds in the flight, in Saturday's semifinals.
Starakiewicz and Tibil were defeated in the first round of the A doubles by Columbia's Haig Schneiderman and Ian Laster, 8-5. Kalinin and Hove, UB's C doubles entry, start play on Saturday against Columbia's Alex Lee and Yetimoglu.
Two rounds of singles and one round of doubles will be played on Saturday with flight finals on Sunday.


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Montana ‘highly dependent’ on Income & Property Taxes
By Bob Pepalis,The Center Square
Montana’s favorable ranking for low taxes doesn’t mean that property owners aren’t concerned with taxes, according to the head of the Montana Taxpayers Association.
WalletHub recently ranked Montana third after Alaska and Delaware in its report on “States with the Highest and Lowest Tax Rates.” The state has a 7.11% median tax rate, which includes state and local taxes, according to the personal finance website.
“We’re highly dependent on income and property taxes. The property taxes are a concern to a lot of people,” Bob Story, executive director of the Montana Taxpayers Association, told The Center Square.
The nonpartisan group researches tax and government spending, and works with the public and private sectors to develop fair, equitable and predictable tax policies, according to its website.
The state has a corporate income tax. Businesses to some extent that are invested heavily in property and equipment as opposed to those mainly invested in personnel would be affected by the tax rates WalletHub measured, Story said.
“I don’t know how many businesses are really greatly concerned about income taxes in the state, as long as they’re not extremely out of the line,” Story said.
Businesses generally move more for aesthetic reasons unless they are involved in something like mining or heavy manufacturing that requires them to be in a specific location, he said.
People moving to Montana are driving home prices, Story added.
People moving to Montana have a significantly higher income than the average in Montana, according to a recent report by the Montana Legislative Fiscal Division.
“They’re buying houses as a sight-unseen case deal, and they’re just getting out of, getting away from wherever they were, and getting into a more rural area,” Story said.
The report said the growth of Montana’s population accelerated in calendar year (CY) 2020 and especially 2021.
“With these new individuals comes an increasing tax base, and if trends continue with those seen in CY 2019 and CY 2020, these new taxpayers will bring incomes typically larger than existing Montana residents, especially for those aged over 65,” according to the report.
A lot of people who moved to Montana keep their job because they can work over the internet and don’t have to be at their original location, Story said, noting that’s a big change in the economy that has an effect on the tax systems.


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Part of the Kayak network, Danish-based metasearch site Momondo is a great option for international flight searches, thanks to its inclusion of lesser-known regional budget airlines combined with other carriers. Another major distinction, domestic searches include Southwest flights whereas other sites do not.Is Momondo free to use?
Although Momondo was founded as an independent metadata flight search engine, they were acquired by The Priceline Group in July 2017. It's free to search on momondo and they check the prices from thousands of travel providers and also compare the prices to other travel booking sites.Can you search by continent on Momondo?
Although other websites offer the option to search ‘anywhere’ for lack of inspiration, momondo also offers the chance to search by continent and even add in north, south, east or west to the search.


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