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This story is part-two of a two-part series. To view part one, read page three in the May 4 edition of the Nassau Illustrated News or visit gardencity-life.com.
There is more to meet the eye when looking at the tall smoke-stake that towers over the Meadowbrook Parkway. Covanta Hempstead, located in Westbury, has been battling allegations of not following some environmental laws in the Nassau County Supreme Court since 2017 brought on by former employee Patrick Fahey, who filed the complaint in 2013.
According to its website, Covanta Hempstead, a waste-to-energy incineration facility, is the sustainable alternative to landfills for waste disposal. With facilities across the United States, Canada and Europe, Covanta’s role in solving the waste disposal crisis is taking municipal solid waste and transforming the remains after recycling into electricity. The Covanta Hempstead facility, in particular, sells energy to the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA). The resulting ash from this process gets brought to the Brookhaven Landfill in North Bellport, NY, an arrangement under contract between the facility and the Town of Brookhaven. It is estimated that the facility produces 500 to 750 tons of ash a day, according to court documents.
The facility has contracts with the Town of Hempstead and the Village of Garden City to incinerate it’s municipal solid waste. It also partnered with the Town of North Hempstead in January for sustainable waste management.
It’s the safety of the ash produced by the incineration process, a mix of what’s known as fly-ash and bottom-ash, that is under scrutiny.
According to court documents, both federal and state law requires that fly ash, a lighter kind of ash, and bottom ash, a coarser ash, be treated with lime and other chemicals to neutralize the hazardous component of ash. Fly ash must be mixed with bottom ash to neutralize PH to prevent leaching of metals out of the ash.
It’s important to note Covanta, according to its website, does have technology that recovers metal remaining in the ash for further recycling.
Fahey worked for Covanta Hempstead from 2012 to 2014. And it was during his employment that he, allegedly, noticed environmental violations, such as not properly treating the tons of ash before transporting it to the Brookhaven Landfill. Also alleged in the complaint is Covanta Hempstead housing toxic ash inside an aging structure with missing panels, holes and other openings for a period of time when the ash is required to be sealed, as well as allowing ash-contaminated storm water to accumulate in a weir at the facility and then, allegedly, pumping untreated and hazardous ash contact water from the weir to the cooling tower basin.
Fahey, represented by Hoffner PLLC, filed a complaint under the New York False Claims Act (NYFCA) against Covanta Hempstead Company and Covanta Holding Corporation on behalf of the Village of Garden City, Town of Hempstead, LIPA and the Town of Brookhaven for violating federal and state environmental laws. The municipalities and LIPA did not file the complaint, as it seems they do not have intention or desire to litigate the case. But Fahey filed the case on behalf of them because the contracts between Covanta Hempstead and the municipalities and LIPA would have been violated if Covanta Hempstead did not follow environmental law.
The Nassau Illustrated asked Dr. Ryan Wallace, a visiting assistant professor of environmental science at Adelphi University, about the importance of safety when it comes to treating this ash. He teaches courses on pollution and climate change, among other related subjects.
“The ash associated with waste incineration can be quite toxic, consisting of a wide range of heavy metals, soluble salts and other hazardous particulate matter,” Wallace said via email. “The overall toxicity and toxin composition is highly dependent on the type of waste being incinerated. Not properly storing or transporting fly ash could lead to both atmospheric and/or water pollution. Air pollution resulting from airborne fly ash particles has been associated with a number of respiratory and cardiovascular disorders. If toxic ash were to enter a storm drain, these toxins would eventually discharge into streams, bays, and could potentially contaminate groundwater. Long Island’s drinking water comes from underground aquifers and many harmful levels of emerging environmental contaminants have recently been detected in a number of Long Island water districts.”
The ash is tested, but according to a letter from 2014 to Syed H. Rahman, the regional material management engineer of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation from Scott M. Wheeler, the environmental engineer at Covanta Hempstead, it was a policy at the time, which was pursuant to their Ash Residue Management Plan, to bring samples of the fly ash and the bottom ash to a laboratory and mix it there before testing. Wheeler was writing Rahman to assure him that the ash would, going forward, be mixed at the facility before testing, and that the DEC would be notified so that a representative could come and witness the process. Unclear in the letter was just how long the policy of mixing the ash at the laboratory was in effect.
Also in that letter was a statement that the ash loading house, a 25-year-old building, was due for some repairs. Wheeler wrote to Rahman that a repair on the roof was scheduled to be replaced, describing in detail what process they would take to keep the building sealed so that no ash can escape.
Rahman acknowledged the case in a letter dated November 2021, stating that the department was aware of the lawsuit alleging improper disposal of ash at the Town of Brookhaven Landfill beginning in 2006 and that it was looking into the matter.
Covanta has denied all the allegations, stating that Covanta is defending itself accordingly and that during the 12-year period discussed in the complaint, there was a DEC monitor on site. At no point, Covanta’s statement read, did the DEC monitor cite Covanta for any violations regarding ash handling.
Covanta Hempstead, the Village of Garden City and the Town of Hempstead are currently in the process of trying to settle the case for a sum of $250,000 awarded to the municipalities.
The stakes are high. If Covanta Hempstead settles with the Village of Garden City and the Town of Hempstead; all three parties and those affiliated will forever and unconditionally discharge all liability of any kind relating to or arising from the claims of allegations in the complaint.
The Brookhaven Landfill Action and Remediation Group (BLARG) that advocates for the closing of the Brookhaven Landfill and rectifying the harm caused by it, in March filed an amicus brief opposing the settlement. In the amicus brief, BLARG argued that the Town of Hempstead and the Village of Garden City officials lack authority to settle the lawsuit at this late state due to failure to intervene in the case at an earlier date.
“Alternatively, the all-volunteer organization asks the court to reject the proposed settlements as unfair, inadequate and unreasonable given they would release Covanta from liability for harms caused by the landfill and limit the resources available for the eventful remediation of the Brookhaven Landfill,” a press release from the organization read.
Additionally, BLARG member Abena Asare expressed concern in her accompanying affidavit that if Covanta were to settle, nearby residents of the landfill would never learn the truth about what was dumped there.
“North Bellport is a predominately Black, Indigenous and Latinx community, and Brookhaven officials have not been true representatives of North Bellport,” wrote BLARG member Monique Fitzgerald in her accompanying affidavit. “The community does not trust that the Town of Brookhaven will represent North Bellport residents’ interests.”
Fitzgerald told the Nassau Illustrated that residents living near the landfill only have access to what is currently public record in regards to that ash. But unfortunately, Fitzgerald said, being left in the dark is common in BLARG’s mission. The group has to often file Freedom of Information Law requests in order to get information about the landfill.
“We want to know what’s in the landfill,” Fitzgerald said. “We want to know what’s being burned at Covanta and transported to us. It’s very important for our health and safety.”
And as for Westbury, they are another community that would could be impacted if Fahey’s accusations are true. Fitzgerald went door-to-door in the community, and many were unaware of any environmental concerns from the facility.
“Some people know about the structure of it, they know it exists,” Fitzgerald said. “I haven’t been able to reach the people who have a full grasp of what’s going on at Covanta.”
But what is the answer at a time that disposable products and packaging made with plastic and other materials are almost impossible to avoid? Fitzgerald expressed to the Nassau Illustrated that the solution is a new approach to handling waste.
“A solution needs to be a solution that ends an unsustainable practice, not furthers it,” Fitzgerald said. “Burning trash only makes trash smaller. It doesn’t disintegrate it to where it’s no longer. And the process of burning it is toxic. We need to direct our waste management solutions to the front end of the waste stream which is where these materials and products are produced and extracted from the ground. That’s where we have to set our sights.”


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Potential ecological effect of abiotic stress on flowers pollination system via changes in anthocyanin concentration Seminar Paper
1 . Introduction Flowering plants exhibit enormously diverse floral traits (among them floral size, color, shape etc.), many of which are useful for animal pollination (Ollerton, Winfree et al. 2011). For example, showy perianths and odors can attract pollinators, and nectars, oils and other floral secretions can reward pollinators (Faegri and Van Der Pijl 1979). There are numerous studies about the relationship between floral traits to pollinators attraction- from hummingbirds and other birds to bees, flies and beetles (Baker 1961, Lars Chittka 1992, Menzel and Shmida
1 993, Chittka and Raine 2006, Handelman and Kohn 20מנהל עסקים). Furthermore, pollinators, as major determinants of mating patterns in many plants, are one of the most primary drivers of plant diversification. For example, in comparative studies across angiosperms, animal-pollinated lineages have significantly more species than abiotically pollinated lineages (Dodd, Silvertown et al. 1999).
2. Plant color and anthocyanin Plants produce more than 200,000 different types of compounds, including many colored (pigmented) ones (Fiehn 2002). There are 3 main classes of pigments for coloration in plants: flavonoids/anthocyanins, betalains and carotenoids, of which this review will focus on the first group.
Flavonoids, a group of secondary metabolites belonging to the class of phenylpropanoids have the widest color range, from pale-yellow to blue. In particular, anthocyanins, a class of flavonoids, are responsible for the orange-to-blue colors found in many flowers, leaves, fruits, seeds and other tissues. A total of 19 types of anthocyanidins or chromophores of anthocyanins are knows and their color greatly depends on the number of hydroxyl groups on the B-ring: the larger the number of groups, the bluer the color. The color of anthocyanins changes depending on the pH, co-existing colorless compounds (co-pigments) and metal ions. Biosynthesis of anthocyanins is part of the flavonoid biosynthetic pathway, a well understood pathway which is conserved among seed plants.
Flavonoids are synthesized in the cytosol (in a multi-enzyme processes which will not discussed here), can undergo various modifications and are then transported to the vacuole (in a mechanism less well understood than their biosynthesis). Inside the vacuole, the regulation of the vacuolar pH (again in partly understood mechanisms) greatly affects anthocyanin color- and thus the organ color. The only known structural gene that regulates vacuolar pH with relevance to color is the Japanese morning glory antiporter that is specifically expressed before flower opening and increases the vacuolar pH to generate blue flowers (Yamaguchi, Fukada-Tanaka et al. 2001). Petunia loci that regulate vacuolar pH have also been identified (Tanaka, Sasaki et al. 2008).
Since, as mentioned earlier, there are several factors affects anthocyanin synthesis, modifications and structure, the environment (biotic and abiotic factors) has a great effect on the plant’s color as will be discussed in the following sections.
3. Anthocyanin function in stress Anthocyanins display a variety of biological activities other than their role in pigmentation- antiflammotory (Carvalho, Gutierres et al. 20משפטים), anticarciogenic, antimicrobial (Cisowska, Wojnicz et al. 2010) and lately it has been suggested that they play ….. context. The next sections of the paper will review some papers dealing with stress, change in anthocyanin concentration and flower color, some selection agents working on color and possible implications for potential effects of stress on the pollination system of flowering plants. a) Heat and cold stress ….
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WHAT ARE AMENITY FUNDS?
Amenity Funds are funds paid by a developer to the SLRD to be used primarily for recreation purposes.
WHAT ARE COMMUNITY FUNDS?
Community Funds are jointly provided by the taxpayers of the Village of Pemberton and the taxpayers of Area C.

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Former Melbourne Victory midfielder Grant Brebner will take the reins as Head Coach of the club ahead of the 2020/21 Hyundai A-League season, the club announced on Monday morning.
Brebner's position was made official after his stint as interim Head Coach of Victory after the Hyundai A-League restart through to the end of the 2019/20 regular season.
The 42-year-old won two Championships with the club as a player and spent six years in Victory's academy setup before assisting former interim boss Carlos Salvachua.
Brebner oversaw four losses and one win - a 4-0 thrashing of Finals Series contenders Perth Glory - throughout his time as interim Head Coach of the club.
Speaking to the club website, Brebner says the first step forward for Victory under his guidance is to build a highly competitive squad.
“I am extremely proud to be appointed the Head Coach of Melbourne Victory,” Brebner said.
“The club has been a huge part of my life, and the experience of coaching the team over the past couple of months really fuelled my desire and belief that not only did I want the opportunity to secure the role full time, but that I had the skills and expertise to do so, and to do it well.
“I have made no secret of the fact that I feel like the club had strayed from its football identity and culture, and I want to help lead the solution.
“Everyone who loves this club wants to see us back playing the Victory way, and I want our members and fans to be proud of how we go about our business.
“It’s going to take a lot of hard work but I’m excited about the challenge. The first step will be to build a highly competitive squad.”
Victory Chairman Anthony Di Pietro says the club took necessary time to find the right person for the job, and are delighted to appoint Brebner who sees the club's footballing vision and cultural philosophy.
“We are delighted to appoint Grant as Head Coach of Melbourne Victory,” Di Pietro said.
“As we said from the outset, we would take the necessary time to find the right person who aligned with both the club’s football and cultural philosophy.
“Working through the recruitment process amidst the backdrop of COVID-19 certainly had its challenges, but we are excited to have someone who bleeds blue at the helm, and strongly believe Grant is the right person to lead our A-League program.
“There’s plenty of hard work ahead as we prepare for our AFC Champions League campaign and the upcoming 2020/21 A-League season, but it is exciting to finalise Grant’s appointment, so we can now look to collectively build our squad and the required support staff, to position our Club for success.
“Grant is clear in the style of football Melbourne Victory want to play, and most importantly he has already started building the foundations and culture he believes will help us return to delivering the on-field results expected at our Club."


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“Roadblock to the Middle Class”
An Essay on the impact of Housing Insecurity in America
by Jamil Ragland
Is a borrowed home your own? PSC researcher Jamil Ragland gives us an inner look into his life experiences navigating housing in CT and offers his perspective on what he considers "luck" to escape the pitfalls that trap many Americans trying to find a home.
A home is more than where a person resides. It’s where friendships are formed, memories are made, and families grow. Fights, laughter, dinners, late-night gaming sessions, everything happens in the place we call home. It’s where life is lived, in the broadest sense of the word. And as a result, it has a profound impact on the kind of life that an individual experiences.
I’ve lived in more houses and apartments than I can count. Just like jobs and relationships though, some have had a larger impact on me than others. The history of the housing I’ve lived in, and the access I’ve had to different housing, is the history of my existence. Who I am is a product of where I come from, and why I come from there.
The early 1990’s is remembered as a violent time of gang conflict in the city of Hartford, especially in the south end.
Of course, housing does not simply determine where you live, or what kind of housing you live in. It also determines where you go to school- or in my case, where you can’t. The story of how housing segregation keeps people of color out of high-performing school districts is well documented. My experience was somewhat different though.
Our neighborhood school was R. J. Kinsella Elementary School. Long before it was known as a magnet school for the performing arts. Kinsella was simply another “failing” elementary school in the city. My parents decided that the legacy of housing segregation meant that I couldn’t go there, not if I wanted an education that would prepare me for my future. They took the only choice they realistically had and entered me into Project Concern.
According to the Cities, Suburbs and Schools Project at Trinity College, Project Concern was one of the first voluntary school desegregation programs in the United States. The program functioned by bussing Hartford students from “low-performing” schools in the city to “higher-performing” schools in the surrounding suburbs. The two major goals of the program were to diversify the overwhelmingly White suburban schools, and to provide Hartford students with a level of education they allegedly wouldn’t receive in the neighborhood schools.
I was accepted into the program. Instead of walking 500 feet from my home and enduring Kinsella’s dilapidated building and out of date textbooks, I would be bussed 15 miles away to Latimer Lane Elementary School in the Simsbury school district. My day started at 6:00 AM when I woke up to get dressed, eat breakfast and be driven across town in the morning traffic to the North End, where my bus stop was located on the corner of Blue Hills and Albany Avenues. There were a handful of other children there too. We were the “lucky” ones, the students who were being allowed to transcend our geographical boundaries and see how the other half lived and learned.
One of my strongest memories was the first time I visited the home of one of my Simsbury classmates. It stands out in my mind as a perfect day, with the sun beaming overhead in a crystal-clear sky. His home loomed in front of me as we approached. It was almost palatial, with a gleaming white fence surrounding the well-kept yard and multi-car garage. Inside, the ceiling soared above a living room which was almost as large as the entirety of the first floor of my apartment back home. It was my first time being in a White person’s house; I’d joined the Tiger Scouts, and our troop meetings were held at his house.
The median home price in Simsbury is $367,419, by the way. That’s nearly three times the median price of a home in Hartford.
I returned home to Van Block Avenue each night. Even if education was the great equalizer, it wouldn’t equalize anything for years. My parents still worked in low wage jobs which made leaving our apartment complex impossible. In that regard, my parents were like so many other parents living in the city.
The American Dream is not simply the possession of a bunch of material goods which define success- a house, a car, a boat. It’s the drive to build a better life for oneself and their family. It’s why my parents put me on a bus to Simsbury every morning, so that someday I would have something better. After my parents divorced, my mother decided that someday would be today. We were done living in apartments and being carted around Greater Hartford for a shot at opportunity. No more just visiting houses. We were going to have our own. But the realities of money and racial housing segregation constrained the choices that she was able to make. Still, there was one place where it was at least possible to make the dream a reality. That place was Bloomfield.
Bloomfield is one of the main destinations for upwardly mobile Black people moving out of Hartford. While it may appear that it’s simply the result of people choosing to live close to the city, Bloomfield’s demographics are in fact the result of a past racist practice known as blockbusting. As more Black families moved into Bloomfield, real estate agents convinced White families to move out of integrating neighborhoods, which they then turned around and sold to other Black families. Ultimately, this created a pattern of segregation which is not seen in official statistics of the town’s racial makeup. But at the street level, there are neighborhoods in Bloomfield that are completely Black, and those that are completely White. The segregation was especially prevalent in the town’s high school, where white flight had hollowed out the demographic makeup of the town’s families. Black families sent their children to the town’s public schools while the white families either left or sent their children to nearby private schools like Northwest Catholic.
Our home was in one of the Black neighborhoods which was adjacent to Hartford. The home we eventually moved into was almost 90 years old. The light blue paint was cracking and chipping on the sides. The drywall was sagging and crumbled under the slightest touch. There was no shower, just a clawfoot tub that was older than my mother. The fuses constantly blew under the strain of our modern electronics. But it was a house, with a yard. The neighbors lived in houses with yards too. The street was quiet and safe. Despite its shortcomings, it was miles better than where we’d come from. It was available due to the generosity of our family. The house had belonged to one of my great aunts. When she passed, the house fell to her sister, who leased it to us on extremely generous terms.
After a year of living at that house, my mother had saved enough money to take the next step and buy a home herself. To say that we were excited would be an understatement. Our own home! We moved only a few hundred yards away, but it felt like our new home and the old one was worlds apart. It felt good to be out in the suburbs and lay claim to the trappings of middle-class life that come only with a house in a certain area.
But pretensions to those trappings is not the same as having them. Living in a house is not the same as owning it, or even being able to afford it. The same forces that plagued my family and so many others- low pay, underemployment, poor benefits- were now compounded by the unforeseen costs of living in a house. The lawn had to be cared for. The snow shoveled. There was no landlord to rely on anymore, so we were on the hook for all the maintenance the new house needed. It bled heat in the winter and cool air in the summer, driving our energy costs through the roof. Compounding those challenges was the fact that living in a city made transportation easy, as the buses ran like clockwork. In the suburbs though, a car was a necessity, and became another persistent bill. This was my first experience with how much a house cost. It’s so much more than just rent.
Ultimately, it proved to be too much. After two years of struggling to make ends meet, the bank repossessed the house, and we were out on the streets. What followed were years of bouncing between different apartments, houses and family members as we tried to get back on our feet.
I started my childhood in Connecticut in an apartment in Hartford and ended it in an apartment in Bloomfield. On some level, I suppose that’s progress. But I promised myself that I would make more, do more when I was an adult and could make the critical decisions.
It’s funny what you think when you don’t know any better.

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Hazard needed treatment following a challenge from Young - who was booked by referee Mike Dean - during the opening period and has now suffered more pain.
There was a slight moment of madness in the midst of the equaliser as Ianni goaded Jose Mourinho twice before the United manager retaliated in what proved to be a dramatic ending to a scintillating match.
Manchester United coach Jose Mourinho said on Monday he intends to see out his contract with the club and is not considering a move anywhere else.
Martial seems to have won over Jose Mourinho over the last few weeks and has scored three goals in the last two games during Manchester United's mini-recovery from a slump in form. "We could have done better by scoring the second goal to kill the game, but it is never easy to win in the Premier League, especially against a big opponent".More news: Meghan's polka dot dress sells out in minutes
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"He is fantastic and a world-class player", Young said. I don't think he deserves more than what he got.
96th minute goals do unusual things to people but mostly it is about passion, which is something we all love to see in this game.
"I did not get respect back from Chelsea but that is not my responsibility".
"What happened was with Sarri's assistant, and Sarri was the first one to come to me to say he would resolve the problem internally with me", he recalled. "So when he came after the game to make his apologies I accepted his apologies".
Returning to Old Trafford with Juventus is Ronaldo, who played for United from 2003-09 before moving to Real Madrid, where he played under Mourinho.
"In a situation like that, they've conceded in the last second, he's back at his old football club and you have an assistant manager go up into his face like that - it's totally ridiculous". I don't always stick up for him [Mourinho], or feel he conducts himself in the right way, but I get it.

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In a previous article we looked at Identity Management and access provisioning as an end in itself, and from the perspective that there are benefits to be had from being on top of who’s using what. For many organisations, however, identity management is a necessity, imposed through the demands of regulatory compliance. …
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This project aims to identify problems in the field of satellite communications that are suitable for the methods and techniques provided by machine learning (ML) approaches.
It is investigated, if ML models can potentially represent an alternative to solve computationally expensive problems or can provide even performance gains w.r.t. traditional approaches in satellite communications.
In the course of this project, potentially adequate ML use cases in satellite communications are collected. A subset of these scenarios is selected for a proof-of-concept (PoC) implementation and performance assessment.
The challenge in this project is to identify problems in satellite communications that could benefit from the use of machine learning techniques.
Once a problem in satellite communication is selected, the target is to detect suitable ML algorithms for similar problems in other fields of application (i.e. computer vision, medical applications, etc.) that show a promising performance gain and then adapt them to the selected problem.
The quality of the training, validation and test dataset is crucial for the success of the ML model, since the dataset has to be well prepared in order to avoid over-fitting.
ML has already proven its capabilities in various fields of research i.e. image processing, speech processing etc. Due to the well-performing techniques, this project aims to identify suitable problems in satellite communications that could benefit from the ML approach as well.
The trained ML models in the PoC phase are aimed to tackle certain well-specified problems in the field of satellite communications. Depending on the individual use case, ML could provide a performance gain w.r.t. traditional approaches or reduce the problem complexity and increase the processing speed, since the processing intensive training and evaluation phase can be done in advance.
ML is applicable to problems with certain characteristics since ML actually exploits hidden patterns that are present in a dataset.
On that condition, ML in general is not limited to a certain field of application.
Introducing ML to satellite communications could lead to performance gains by utilizing well-trained ML models in various field of application such as e.g. time series analysis, prediction and system design.
Even in cases where traditional techniques cannot be replaced by ML models for reliability reasons, ML techniques could still be an option to enhance the traditional system resulting in better processing speed performances on ground or aboard of a satellite.
The ML algorithm is developed as a stand-alone model.
Training, validation and test datasets for the use case specific suitable ML models are generated based on measurement data and physical layer simulations.
The performance obtained by well-established approaches in satellite communications represents the baseline reference performance for the ML approach.
A specific ML approach is applicable for a certain problem, if the achieved performance either exceeds the reference, or meets the reference performance but significantly improves the processing speed.
The project is roughly structured in two steps, where in the course of step 1, potential application areas for machine learning in the field of satellite communication are investigated. From the list of identified use cases, a subset is selected for PoC.
The actual implementation and PoC is executed in step 2, which is concluded by a summary of potential future ML fields of application, guided by the obtained performance gains.
The project has been finished in 2020 with the deliverable of the final report and an executive summary. Several conference papers related to this activity have been submitted.

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The Gulf Coast's fishing industry has seen a pause in its post-hurricane recovery.
Officials say federal money that was promised to the industry has not come through.
Fishing communities in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama are rushing to get their boats repaired and back in the water. Many fishermen are hoping to finish in time for the spring shrimp season.
Some in the industry have been told that broader problems must first be addressed.
Out of more than $80 billion spent on storm relief since last August, none has gone directly to the fishing industry.

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The Curran Center hosted "Winning at Any Cost: Vince Lombardi and the Catholic Contribution to America’s 'Must-Win' Obsession," on Monday, October 5, 2009, with Jeffrey Marlett, Ph.D., professor of Religious Studies, College of Saint Rose, Albany, N.Y.
Established in 2001, The Francis and Ann Curran Center for American Catholic Studies is an inter-disciplinary center sponsoring a four-fold set of programs: national conferences; public lectures, symposia and readings; faculty seminars; and an undergraduate interdisciplinary certificate program.
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Seven islanders and one former federal cabinet officer have received awards for their environmental leadership from the Stewardship Network of the San Juans.
The Stewardship Network is a coalition of private and public organizations whose vision is a healthy, thriving ecosystem in the San Juan Archipelago from land to sea. Since 2008, the Stewardship Network has honored special individuals, families, teachers, students and businesses that have demonstrated, through their actions, conservation ethics that benefit our entire island community.
Many nominations for the Good Stewards award program were received. This years’ award winners are Louisa Nishitani of San Juan Island for her life-long devotion to botany and her activism; Sarah Waugh of Lopez Island for her environmental education efforts at the Bureau of Land Management; Eric Sable of San Juan Island for his leadership in the youth-based San Juan Island Conservation Corps; Ken Akopiantz of Lopez for his leadership in the GMO-free San Juan Islands campaign; Walter and Ruth MacGinitie of San Juan Island for the care they have taken of their shoreline property; The LIONs (Less Ivy on Waldron) of Waldron Island for their large-scale ivy-eradication effort; and Johannes Krieger of San Juan Island for his volunteer stewardship of the Spring Street rain garden in Friday Harbor. An honorary Good Steward award was also presented in person to Ken Salazar, the former U.S. Secretary of the Interior, at the celebration marking the creation of the San Juan Islands National Monument on April 1.
Full profiles of these amazing islanders (and, previous years’ award winners) can be accessed at www.stewardshipsanjuans.org after May 13.
The award winners will be presented with their awards at the Stewardship Networks’ Earth Day Event, held at the Lopez Center for Community and the Arts on Saturday, April 20 at 3 p.m. Enjoy a Procession of the Species parade organized by the Lopez Island Conservation Corps, potluck, music, activities and booths hosted by Stewardship Network members.
The procession is a celebration of the community and the natural world.
For more information, go to lopezconservationcorps.org.


RMT activists demonstrate outside stations in Glasgow today
Rail workers protesting over the continuing scandal of the dumping of sewage on the tracks are this morning leafleting at Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street stations.
The action is part of RMT’s on-going campaign to bring forward the date when the practice will be stopped on the Scotrail franchise from December 2017 to the union target date of April 2016 – a full year after Abellio take over the franchise.
At a meeting earlier this month a Network Rail Director told union reps that the risk to staff is low with a limited amount of harmful bacteria within this human waste – a view the union disputes, describing the response as a “dangerously complacent attitude”.
On further questioning management confirmed the last analysis they carried out on human waste was in 2004, more than a decade ago.
Network Rail also confirmed it would not offer staff any jabs to protect against any potential illnesses or disease, for example hepatitis.
RMT general secretary Mick Cash said: “RMT activists will be on the entrances at both Glasgow Central and Queen Street this morning leafleting the public to raise awareness that this filthy and disgusting practice continues in 2015 with little or no regard for the health, safety and wellbeing of rail workers
“RMT is determined to force rail bosses to bring forward the date when this scandal is brought to an end once and for all. “
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Dan Holloway is our Poet in Residence for the duration of the festival and will be bringing you, every night at 9pm a poem of his own, or from a personal selection, to take you into the long night. Dan is an inspirational innovator as well as a damned fine writer and we are honoured to have him virtually engage with and challenge us every day at the festival!
‘poetry’s easy. just spit your heart out through your lips.’ (Holloway)
Dan is happiest performing poetry which he has done in venues from Rough Trade in Brick Lane to Afflecks in Manchester. He writes a column on social media for writers for the print and electronic magazine Words With Jam, a column on how writers can improve the sound of their writing for the ezine Beyondaries, and occasionally writes reviews for PANK.
He also runs the Blog The Cynical Self-publisher, offering advice for self-publishers who want to steer clear of the hurly burly of marketing spam and focus on the kind of awkward, experimental writing that used to be the USP of self-publishing. He runs the literary project eight cuts gallery, the literary show The New Libertines, , his poetry and shorts have appeared in various compilations including Ash, Ferment, and Dissocia, and his novel The Company of Fellows was one of Blackwell’s staff picks of 2011.
His latest work Last Man Out Of Eden, is a collection of poems about hope in the face of disappointment, with a lyrical confessional style that takes in equal amounts from Ferlinghetti, Tracey Emin, and Patti Smith’s Just Kids. These poems celebrate the healing powers of time, non-violence, and remembrance but above all carry a simple message: Celebrate the lives of those you love because one day they won’t be with you any longer and you’ll be left writing poetry about how you wish you’d loved them more.
Dan’s other ebooks are (life:) razorblades included, Black Heart High, Songs from the Other Side of the Wall, The Man Who Painted Agnieszka’s Shoes and Ode to Jouissance all available as ebooks – and pointing the way towards how this new medium can deliver new messages in new ways.

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On December 1, 2012, UNC School of Law professors Barbara Fedders and Holning Lau were among those honored with the first annual SONG award from the grassroots organization of the same name, Southerners on a New Ground (SONG). According to co-director Caitlin Breedlove, Fedders and Lau were recognized by the organization for their work with grassroots organizations in opposition to North Carolina Amendment 1, a ballot initiative that proposed to amend the state constitution to limit the types of domestic unions recognized by the state. On May 8, 2012, North Carolina voters approved the amendment.
“SONG is an organization I've long admired for its emphasis on making links between different forms of inequality and discrimination, building coalitions among individuals of different races, generations, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation and gender identity, and putting the needs of poor people at the forefront of its work,” says Barbara Fedders, clinical assistant professor of law at UNC. She says her own work on issues of the poor, people of color, and people of color in schools and criminal justice systems provided a connection with SONG. The group was working to highlight the particular ways in which people of color, immigrants, and poor people would be hurt by the passage of Amendment One. “I'm deeply honored to be recognized by SONG,” she says.
Lau likewise worked to provide information and assistance to the group as it mobilized a statewide grassroots get-out-the-vote effort.
"I am extremely honored by this thoughtful recognition,” says Lau, associate professor of law. “This award means a lot to me because I have such deep respect for SONG, especially for the way that SONG connects LGBT rights advocacy to other social justice movements. SONG has been instrumental in building coalitions across different communities that are committed to advancing social justice. SONG’s coalitional work is incredibly important and inspiring."
“We chose Professors Fedders and Lau both because they have such a strong track record of working at the intersection of those issues even though they have done a lot as advocates and professors and lawyers, they both have looked at how to do good work for people living in poverty and for people of color. They were both involved in doing research, writing and community presentations around the harms of Amendment 1 and why it was unnecessary and why it hurt families. They made themselves very available to SONG to help us understand the implications and legal work,” says Breedlove, who added that Fedders and Lau were able to bring academic research into the practical framework needed by grassroots coalitions that work primarily with low income and disadvantaged communities.
“We wanted to make sure the University knew how valuable they were and how much we appreciated their assistance,” she says. “They exemplify the best working relationship between academia and grassroots organizations.”
Lau and Fedders were two of a handful of people recognized by SONG.
-December 3, 2012


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Sara recently joined Acme, a company that uses Slack. In this lesson, you’ll learn how Sara completes her profile and downloads the Slack apps so she can get to work.
Sara’s experience before Slack
In her previous company, there was a lot Sara had to do to get set up. She was tasked to set up her email, calendar, and a handful of other tools. However, when she was done with those tasks, she realized that she didn’t really know where or how to get up to speed.
How Acme uses Slack
- Acme uses channels in Slack to organize conversations around any given topic, making it easy for anyone to get up to speed.
- All of Acme’s tools integrate seamlessly with Slack, making it the one place where work gets done.
Downloading the Slack apps
Sara wants to receive notifications and collaborate from any of her devices. She knows that Slack has apps for desktop and mobile that allow her to stay in sync no matter where she’s working. Downloading the Slack app is exactly what Sara needs—she just needs to visit slack.com/download to get set up.
What is a workspace?
A workspace is a company’s shared hub, where team members communicate and work together in channels. Sara knows that if she ever needs to get back to her workspace, she can open up the Slack app, or visit slack.com and click on Get Started or Launch Slack at the top of the page.
Setting up your profile
Having an accurate profile helps teammates work better together, whether they know each other or not. Sara sets up her profile by adding her name, title and a clear profile picture of herself.
Your next steps
💡 Download the Slack app on your device, and join your workspace.
💡 Set up your profile inside Slack.


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Nando Rodriguez,is undoubtedly an artist in clear and concise evolution, highlighting his sounds and his vocals adapting them perfectly to our ears,
his repertoire is essential in our music library for enjoyment and warm-up.
In his own productions the warm sounds stand out,with fresh touches between House UK, House Chicago and representing the old school producers with clear and clean drums and a retro sound of the pure American sound,
Nando Rodriguez undoubtedly knows how to give that touch of perfection and evolution to his musical productions.
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Debugging the SharePoint Learning Kit Frameset and SCORM Interactions
This post is for SCORM tool and package developers rather than the users of SLK.
If you need to see the interactions between a SCORM package and the SharePoint Learning Kit frameset there is a debug mode which will show you all the interactions between the package and SLK. Once enabled, the frameset will pop up another window into which all the interactions are logged. Here is an example from saving the answers from the first Quick Check in the Solitaire package (click for a bigger image).
Looking at the output more closely at the highlighted lines below, you can see that the first interaction has an ID of Q1, is of type fill-in and the value is patience.
Hopefully, this should give you enough information if your package isn’t working as expected with SLK.
To enable the debugging:
Do not do this on a production server, only on a development machine.
Find FramesetMgr.js in C:Program FilesCommon FilesMicrosoft SharedWeb Server Extensions14TEMPLATELAYOUTSSharePointLearningKitFramesetInclude or the equivalent path on your server. If you are running SharePoint 2007, the 14 will be a 12 and if you are using a localised version of Windows it will be in the localised path.
Comment out the FM_NoOp line and uncomment the FM_DebugLog line to give
Next time you open the Frameset you should also get the debug window showing. Note, that you may need to allow pop-up windows for it to show.
Hopefully this will enable you to debug your packages interactions with SLK.


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It is a new approach to earning and making your own organization. In technical elements, the work of e-commerce is fundamentally the same as that of a normal classic business that employs the modes of purchasing and selling as their mainframe transactions. Doing business online is considered by making as the most convenient way to earning massive profits and income.Convenience is the overall idea of e-commerce. Just imagine doing some online window shopping merely to find the ideal goods and products that you wish to buy. The element which makes traditional companies a tedious task is the act of locating a fantastic working place, designing the job site and ensuring that the building procedure is completed at the specified period. This act requires a whole lot of time and effort on your part.
With an online e-commerce organization, now you can do the task and finish the job in the comfort of a living room and in the comfort of your residence. You no longer need to take care of the issues of introducing the products and services to the possible buyer in an appealing site. Together with the online website, all you have got to do is to capture a fantastic picture of the goods and goods which are being marketed and have the option to place it in your website. This reduces the workload and saves you time in creating that fantastic location where to market your services and products.shopify collection filter website can also be helpful to the consumer. Your prospect customer no longer needs to go out on the field and find the shop that carries their desired goods and goods. All they need to do is sit down in front of the computer and look for the model and brand they want to buy. Therefore, you can have that broader base of goods and products to choose form.
E-commerce businesses help you to save additional expenses concerning overhead costs. You no longer need to pay that excess electricity and water bill merely to market your products and goods. If you base your jobs in your home, your usually costly overhead is now a part of your monthly home expenses and invoices. The excellent thing about online companies is that you get to save from the large expenses of building and building set-ups.Most online merchants don’t stock the merchandise they are selling. Some merchants pay a particular fee to have these products and goods safe kept at a warehouse and shop. The retailers don’t stock any merchandise in their offices or homes. They utilize a warehouse to maintain these products and products.Automated systems also create the e-commerce company to be more attractive to the online sector. Most online companies use software to produce the necessary sales and promotions of the goods and products.

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Capturing the good, the bad and the ugly of lesser-known Spain and now Southeast Asia
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THis is a church I could like. Very cool.
Same here! The other I like is one in ruins!
who needs paint, when iron oxide is so bright? 🙂
Nothing beats the colours of the low sun on oxidation, if you ask me!
Gracias, Manoli! Me encanta oxidacion!
I’m gonna break this rusty church…and run
Haha, you gave a great hint to what will be the name of the last of this church?!
Song was in my head a lot while I was working on this post 🙂
Beautiful church! Great shot too.
Thanks a lot, Michael! Very interesting subject for sure…
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Tooth damage can affect different areas of the tooth and the supporting structures of the teeth. An early visit to the dentist usually promotes the success of the treatment.
Development of tooth decay up to the typical toothache. Click to enlarge.
Tooth damage can take different forms depending on the cause of the damage. Much tooth damage is the result of tooth decay, in the course of which affected teeth are broken down. Tooth damage can, however, also occur in the form of tooth erosion - i.e. the breakdown of tooth enamel.
In addition, tooth damage is not infrequently the result of external violence; The resulting tooth damage can take on different forms: For example, teeth can break off or break completely out of the tooth holding apparatus. However, it is also possible that teeth are merely loosening.
Tooth damage caused by the effects of force is divided in dentistry into tooth damage that affects the hard tooth substance, the tooth pulp or the tooth holding apparatus (such as tooth roots and / or gums). Tooth damage due to external violence can affect not only the real tooth, but also dentures.
Caries-related Tooth damage are favored by various factors; For example, bacteria, poor oral hygiene and poor nutrition all contribute to the development of tooth decay.
In the case of so-called tooth erosion, tooth damage is caused by the influence of acids that attack the tooth enamel. Corresponding acids can be found in food, for example. In addition, tooth damage from erosion can also result from frequent vomiting. Tooth damage can be caused by the gastric acid contained in the vomit.
Tooth damage caused by external violence can be caused by falls or accidents, but also by biting foreign objects in the food. In addition, incorrect toothbrushing techniques or the use of toothbrushes that are too hard can also lead to tooth damage.
Tooth damage is usually caused by tooth decay and is perceived by the affected person as extremely uncomfortable and painful. Tooth damage can be traced back to insufficient dental care, which leads to the formation of bacteria. These bacteria break down tooth enamel, creating a hole in the tooth.
Such a hole in the tooth is even visible to the naked eye, provided it is in the visible area of the teeth. Such a hole is usually accompanied by long-lasting pain, which is perceived as uncomfortable, especially when at rest. The pain persists until a doctor is consulted.
Otherwise, no improvement is expected, as the bacteria will only enlarge the hole. If you go to a dentist as quickly as possible, you will immediately feel an improvement. However, if you forego such treatment, you must expect a significant worsening of the symptoms.
In particularly bad cases, severe headaches develop, so that the affected person suffers from sleep deprivation. If there is a hole in the tooth, see a doctor as soon as possible. Otherwise the symptoms will worsen and the existing tooth damage will become more severe.
The diagnosis of Tooth damage usually carried out by a dentist or an emergency doctor, depending on the type of damage. Due to the external appearance of tooth damage, a suspected diagnosis is often possible.
In order to be able to recognize the extent and the affected areas of tooth damage, further dental examinations are often necessary. Tooth damage to the tooth supporting structure can be diagnosed with the help of x-rays, for example.
Vitality tests can be used to determine whether, for example, the tooth root is still intact after tooth damage caused by accidents; Here it is checked, for example, whether a cold stimulus on the affected tooth triggers a sensory stimulus in the patient.
The course of tooth damage depends, among other things, on the type and severity of the damage. As a rule, the earliest possible diagnosis of tooth damage and early medical treatment contribute to a more favorable course of tooth damage.
Tooth damage usually results from poor oral hygiene, so that this clinical picture can also be related to various complications. In most cases, so-called tooth decay is responsible for damage to the teeth. In the process, bacteria break down the enamel, creating a hole in the tooth. A very common complication is severe and persistent toothache, which can also trigger headaches.
If such damage remains on the tooth without any treatment, the existing pain will not cease. The likelihood of further complications is increased, as self-healing cannot take place in the case of tooth decay. The hole will enlarge in the tooth, so that after a while the entire tooth will be damaged. Under certain circumstances, there are complications with food intake, as the food in the oral cavity can no longer be properly chopped up.
Bleeding is also possible, so there is a risk of infection. If you want to avoid these complications altogether, you should consult a doctor if your tooth is damaged. Damage to teeth can only be repaired with appropriate treatment. If there is no such treatment, a significant deterioration can be expected.
Dental irregularities should always be examined and treated by a doctor as soon as possible. The damage to the teeth is irreparable and can lead to serious consequences. If pain sets in, if there are irregularities in eating or if a crunch is noticed during night sleep, a doctor should be consulted. In the event of a complete or partial loss of teeth, a doctor should be consulted as soon as possible.
In many cases, discoloration of the teeth is a warning sign and is therefore a cause for concern. If the teeth are blackened in particular, a doctor should check the observations and, if necessary, initiate treatment. If there are discomforts or irregularities due to braces or dentures, a doctor's visit is necessary. A doctor is required for headaches, functional disorders of the eyes, swelling in the area of the jaw or face, and discoloration of the skin on the face.
If ulcers and tightness develop in the mouth or throat, medical care is also required. Since the symptoms often increase rapidly, a doctor should be consulted in the early stages of the health impairment. In the case of loss of appetite, hypersensitivity to cold or heat, as well as discomfort with jaw activity, a medical clarification of the irregularities is recommended.
Appropriate medical treatment for Tooth damage is based on the individual damage and complaints that have occurred. The need for dental treatment for tooth damage caused by tooth decay depends, for example, on the degree of tooth decay:
If only the outer tooth enamel is affected by tooth damage in the form of a so-called decalcification in the initial stage of a caries attack, it is often possible to progress the tooth damage through remineralization (for example by regularly applying appropriate gels by the person affected). If a caries infestation is already more advanced and has led to extensive tooth damage, necessary dental measures can be the creation of fillings or even the extraction of affected teeth.
Especially in the case of tooth damage due to external violence in the context of accidents, falls, etc., a quick visit to the dentist or dental clinic is an important prerequisite for a successful treatment. For example, tooth damage in the form of partially or completely broken teeth can often be repaired if the tooth material can be reinserted into the person's mouth at an early stage. Tooth damage in the form of loosened teeth can be counteracted, for example, by splinting corresponding teeth.
Tooth damagethat are favored by the influence of factors such as pathogens or acids can be prevented above all by consistent oral hygiene and a diet that is not too sugary or acidic. Regular dental check-ups also contribute to early detection of tooth damage. Tooth damage caused by force can only be prevented to a limited extent.
In the follow-up, what was also advised in the “Prevention” section to avoid tooth damage applies. As already mentioned there, the correct plastering technique is of crucial importance. It used to be said that you should brush your teeth from top to bottom, i.e. from the gums to the teeth. Then circular movements should achieve the best cleaning result.
However, experts found a method that should clean our teeth even more thoroughly: the vibration technique. To do this, the bristles of the toothbrush must be placed at a 45-degree angle directly at the transition from the gum to the tooth. This is where the most stubborn bacteria are located, the gum line. Now move the toothbrush sideways with just light pressure and gently shake off the stubborn deposits. The chewing surface of the teeth is also shaken. To do this, the toothbrush must be placed on the front.
The teeth should be brushed systematically in the same order, then no tooth will be forgotten! This takes enough time so that each individual tooth can be cleaned thoroughly. In the morning and in the evening, the teeth should be shaken clean with the toothbrush for three to five minutes.
The interdental spaces must also be cleaned once a day - either with dental floss or with an interdental brush. Together with the tips given in the “Prevention” section, teeth can be cared for and protected from further damage.
Tooth damage has two main causes with improper nutrition and inadequate brushing technique and these can be influenced in the context of self-help in everyday life. Anyone who repeatedly has tooth damage from tooth decay and periodontitis can do a lot about it in everyday life. This applies both to acute cases and to changes in behavior that are preventive in nature.
In acute cases, self-help depends on the type of tooth damage. If a tooth is knocked out, it should be kept in the mouth until it arrives at the dentist in order to enable it to be replanted. The same applies to parts of crowns that must also be brought to the dentist. Bleeding gums can be stopped with salt water. Pain can be bridged with a cooling pack on the cheek, among other things.
Even with chronic tooth damage or the predisposition to it, the patient can do a lot. In this way the sugar content of the food can be optimally reduced. This also applies to alcohol. Nicotine can also cause tooth damage, as it can hide symptoms of periodontal disease. Quitting smoking in a form of self-help that is not only gentle on the heart and blood vessels. Tooth damage can also be avoided. Correct brushing technique and regular oral hygiene are essential in everyday life. Regularly changing toothbrushes and using dental floss is very important here.

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Who is Calijah Kancey?
Calijah Kancey is an American football player who currently serves as a defensive end for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the National Football League (NFL). Born on March 1, 2001, he gained recognition during his college football career while playing for the University of Pittsburgh. At Pittsburgh, Kancey demonstrated exceptional talent and skill, earning the prestigious title of the 2022 ACC Defensive Football Player of the Year. This accolade is a testament to his outstanding performance and impact on the field, showcasing his abilities as a formidable defensive player.
Due to his impressive college career, Kancey’s talent and potential were highly regarded by NFL teams, leading to his selection by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Being chosen in the first round is a significant achievement and a testament to his potential as a game-changing player in the professional league. As a defensive end for the Buccaneers, Kancey is expected to use his athleticism, technique, and football IQ to contribute to the team’s defense.
His role as a defensive end involves pressuring the opposing team’s quarterback, disrupting their offensive plays, and defending against running plays. With a bright future ahead of him, Calijah Kancey has the opportunity to make a significant impact on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ defense and solidify his position as one of the promising young talents in the NFL. As his career progresses, fans and analysts alike will be keeping a close eye on his development and contributions to the team.
Calijah Kancey Injury Update
Calijah Kancey, the first-round pick of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, suffered a leg injury during a practice session earlier this week. Initially diagnosed with a calf injury, the severity of the injury was uncertain, prompting the team to schedule an MRI to assess the damage. However, the MRI results brought some relief to the Buccaneers and their fans. According to reports, the MRI showed that Kancey’s injury is not as serious as initially feared. The team announced that there is nothing significant detected, indicating that the injury is not likely to be a long-term concern.
Despite the positive news, the Buccaneers are exercising caution and may choose to keep Kancey out for a while to ensure he is fully recovered and ready for the regular season. This decision is understandable given Kancey’s potential as a first-round draft pick and the desire to avoid any potential setbacks. Since being drafted as the 19th overall pick in April, Kancey has faced both praise and skepticism. He has been touted for his immense talent and has even drawn comparisons to NFL star Aaron Donald.
However, some critics labeled him as a potential bust even before he had a chance to prove himself on the field. Nevertheless, reports from those closely following the Buccaneers have been highly positive about the rookie’s performance during training camp. Coaches and teammates have expressed admiration for Kancey’s skills and potential impact on the team. Now, with the MRI results indicating a less severe injury, the hope is that Kancey can quickly recover and continue to impress during his first NFL season.
The Buccaneers’ front office and fans alike are optimistic that the injury will not hinder his progression and that he can make a significant impact on the team’s defense. As with any injury, the key is to allow sufficient time for recovery and rehabilitation, and the team’s decision to take it slow with Kancey’s return shows a cautious approach.
The priority is to ensure the young talent is fully healthy and ready to contribute when the regular season kicks off. The latest update on Calijah Kancey’s injury appears to be positive, and the Buccaneers are hopeful that he will be back in action soon, making a strong impression in his rookie year.
What Happened to Calijah Kancey?
Calijah Kancey, the former Pitt Panthers defensive tackle and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ first-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, suffered an unfortunate setback during his first NFL training camp. While participating in a non-contact drill in the middle of his first week of practices, Kancey came up limping, indicating an injury. As per a report from ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Kancey’s injury has been diagnosed as a strained left calf.
This injury will force him to be sidelined for the next four weeks. The Buccaneers’ coaching staff and medical team will be closely monitoring his recovery during this time. Fortunately, the timeline of four weeks is relatively encouraging for Kancey and the team. It suggests that he may be able to return to the field with almost two full weeks remaining before the Buccaneers’ 2023 season opener against the Minnesota Vikings.
Prior to his injury, Kancey had been making an impression on the Buccaneers’ coaching staff and decision-makers. His performance during training camp had garnered praise, and he showed promise as a potential impactful player on the team’s defense. As a former Pitt Panthers standout, Kancey was the 19th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, making him an important addition to the Buccaneers’ roster. His selection also marked a significant achievement for Pitt, as it was the first time since 2008-09 that the university had produced first-round picks in consecutive drafts.
The Buccaneers and their fans will be hoping for a speedy and full recovery for Calijah Kancey during the next four weeks. His return to the field would provide a boost to the team’s defense and allow him to continue showcasing his skills at the professional level. The coaching staff will likely exercise caution with his rehabilitation to ensure he is fully ready to contribute once he is back on the field.
Calijah Kancey College Career
During his college football career at the University of Pittsburgh, Calijah Demetrius Kancey showed steady progression and impressive achievements. In his freshman year in 2019, Kancey played in one game, specifically the 2019 Quick Lane Bowl, and then took a redshirt, meaning he preserved his eligibility for future seasons. The following year, in 2020, Kancey saw action in 11 games and made significant contributions, particularly towards the end of the season, as he started the final four games. During this season, he recorded 27 tackles and 1.5 sacks, displaying his potential as a defensive force.
It was in 2021 that Kancey truly emerged as a standout player. As a 14-game starter that year, he notched 35 tackles and an impressive seven sacks. His exceptional performance earned him recognition as a third-team All-American by the Associated Press, solidifying his place among the top players in the nation.
Undeterred by his previous accomplishments, Kancey returned to Pittsburgh in 2022 with even greater determination. His efforts paid off, as he was named a unanimous All-American, indicating widespread recognition of his outstanding abilities. Throughout the season, he continued to excel, finishing with 31 tackles, 7.5 sacks, and an impressive 14.5 tackles for loss, which led the nation for interior defenders. This dominant performance further showcased his skills and potential as a force to be reckoned with on the football field.
Calijah Demetrius Kancey’s journey from limited playing time in his freshman year to becoming a standout and unanimous All-American in his final season at Pittsburgh demonstrates his determination, growth, and undeniable talent. These accomplishments undoubtedly played a significant role in him being selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft, where he is now poised to make an impact at the professional level.
Calijah Kancey Family and Early Life
Calijah Kancey’s family background and early life reveal some interesting details. His father’s name is Schquinina Smith, but there is no information available about his mother’s name as it has not been disclosed publicly. However, it is known that he has three sisters and one brother, but their names have not been made public either. Kancey attended Miami Northwestern Senior High School in Miami, Florida, where he showcased his football talents. During his final two seasons in high school, he accumulated over 200 tackles, demonstrating his defensive prowess on the field.
After an impressive high school career, Calijah Kancey committed to the University of Pittsburgh to continue his football journey at the college level. His decision to attend Pittsburgh proved to be a significant turning point in his career as he went on to excel and achieve remarkable accolades during his time as a college football player.
Despite the limited public information about his family members’ names, Kancey’s accomplishments on the field and his journey from high school to college football make him a standout player with a promising future in the sport. His selection as the first-round pick by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the 2023 NFL Draft further cements his potential as a rising star in the National Football League.
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Have you ever been faced with a decision where you truly were struggling with what to do? You get caught up in all the choices. You find fear creeping in and surrounding your thoughts with what if and what can go wrong. This fear can grow and mount and begin to pull the brakes on your personal power. You become entangled in the paralysis of fear.
Dale Carnegie once stated, ""You can conquer almost any fear if you will only make up your mind to do so. For remember, fear doesn't exist anywhere except in the mind." And it is so true. Your soul is ready for your decision, regardless of what it is. It knows that if it is the "right" choice, it will lead you further down your path, bring into light what you need to know next and challenge you to grow. Your soul also knows that if it is NOT the "right" choice, you will be led further down your path, light will be shed on what you need to know next and you will be challenged to grow! Amazing!
It is your mind that thinks there is a do or die aspect to making the right choice. It creates story after story of all that can go wrong, who will be disappointed, the shame, the blame the consequences etc. Your anxiety level can go off the chart.
But what if there are no wrong decisions? What if you chose exactly what you need next, even if it is not in alignment with what your brain thinks? What if you remain present and open, no matter what you choose? You will be given an experience that will add to your life in some way, it will teach you, encourage you, propel you in some way. Imagine the possibilities in this truth.
We each have incredible resiliency and strength far greater than we give ourselves credit for. How many times have you created a story around choices in your life, that should have resulted in extremes far worse than you can describe and yet, somehow, your survived? You managed to rise above. You managed to learn something about your self. Somehow you handled what you deemed to be the wrong decision. Even if it was in reality the right decision!
Celebrate the choices, live large, practice your intentions, honor your callings, embrace your passions and let all this be the influence of your choices. Step away from the paralysis of fear.