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Avoid all avalanche terrain today. Lower runout zones should also be avoided.
Above 2,500ft High
1,500 to 2,500ft High
Below 1,500ft Considerable
Degrees of Avalanche Danger ?
What a mess the backcountry is today. There was probably a period of EXTREME danger last night with widespread large natural avalanche activity. The last 24 hours have brought around 2.00″+ of precipitation, falling at first as light, low-density snow, then very heavy, wet snow at extreme rates, then heavy freezing rain, followed by rain. These conditions occurred up to 3000-4000ft. Needless to say, all avalanche terrain should be avoided today. Avalanches are likely to run into deeper weak layers (or possibly to the ground) today, and could be quite large and destructive. Avoid lower runout zones in the valley bottoms.
Problem #1: Wet Avalanches
Location: all zones and aspects below 4000ft. Heavy rain-on-snow today and last night will saturate previous weak layers in the snowpack and cause avalanches to run on the crusts that are buried 30-90cm deep. Steep terrain will shed snow and ice, and gullies / terrain traps will be prone to fill with debris from above.
Problem #2: Storm Snow
Location: All aspects above 4000ft. New snow depths will range from 15-30″ depending on elevation and wind loading. This new snow is moist, heavy, and sitting on a weak layer of low-density snow from yesterday. It will be prone to slides on slopes 25 degrees and steeper.
Underneath the new snow on all aspects and all elevations: Last week’s snow rests on a variable surface of crusts, hard slab, and patches of surface hoar. It has since been whipped around by both south and north winds, so expect to find multiple layers of deeper wind slab on any aspect. Beneath and between the slabs, there remain softer weak layers that will be prone to failure, especially on steep, convex, or unsupported slopes. These failure interfaces will be 30-90cm deep.
Problem #3: Deep Slab
We still have 2-4mm depth hoar at the ground, beneath a hard midpack. A snowmachine-triggered slide was reported to the ground in the Chilkat Pass yesterday, proving that it was still possible to trigger this depth hoar layer in thin spots, even before the bulk of the new snow had hit. Given a very heavy and rapid new load from today’s precip, this layer is likely to re-activate, causing large and destructive avalanches.
Recent Avalanche Activity
One report from the Pass Saturday included a snowmachine-triggered avalanche that ran all the way to the ground (about 3ft deep). The slide was apparently small but scary. No one was caught.
There were also several of reports of whumping, and small slides within last week’s wind slabs/crusts on test slopes on Saturday.
An atmospheric river is currently overhead. Heavy rain/snow will continue today, tapering off from east to west by evening. Snow levels are around 3000-4000ft. More precipitation is likely Monday-Tuesday, with snow levels between 1500-3000ft.
|Snow Depth [in]||Last 24-hr Snow/SWE [in]||Last 3-days Snow/SWE [in]||Today’s Freezing Level [ft]||Today’s Winds||Next 24-hr Snow/SWE|
Mount Ripinsky @ treeline
|48″*||12″ / 2.00*||19″ / 2.40||4500||Mod, var||0″/ 0.40 *|
Flower Mountain @ treeline
|42″||10″ / 2.50||10″ / 2.50||4500||Mod, var||0″ / 0.80 *|
Chilkat Pass @ 3,500ft
|30″*||10″ / 2.00 *||10″ / 2.00 *||4000||Mod, var||3″ / 1.00 *|
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Additional Info & Media
A few notes:
- We had an extremely dry, cold early-season. Total precipitation October 1st – November 28th was around 30% of normal. Snow depths are between 45-130cm in most areas. Variability is high due to persistent dry, windy conditions.
- Temperatures hovered around 0 – 15°F for almost all of November. This has caused faceting of the thin snowpack and built up 3-5mm depth hoar at the ground in all zones.
If you get out on the snow, send in your observations!
We will be providing an AIARE Avalanche Level 1 Class this winter in Haines, February 23-25, 2018

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August 12, 2009
Disclosure on blogs is one hot topic at the moment. The FTC is already looking at regulating blogs and this week the National Advertising Review Council (NARC) has called out two companies for unethical practises.
The group found that Herbal Groups, Inc. and Urban Nutrition had posted reviews for products they owned, yet failed to disclose that fact.
Urban Nutrition has since added disclosure to its web site, stating “Urban Nutrition sponsors this Web site and distributes Miracle Burn, Miracle Burn Cream, and Arctic Essentials. Reviewers compensated by Urban Nutrition.” read more
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March 28, 2009
We live in an age of transparency. I’d say that “transparency” should have been the word of the year last year, and it’s popularity as a buzz word this year continues. It pops up in most news reports, demanding transparency from banks and financial institutions, politicians, governments, corporations, and individuals.
It also litters our social media interaction. We want our online social interchanges to be with real people who want to know us as real people. We want people leaving comments on our blogs to have names. We want folks on Twitter to have real names, not CD Handles and cute nicknames or keywords. So is it okay to be anonymous any more?
Over the years, there as been an ongoing debate about anonymous bloggers as more and more people take to the Information Highway to have their say. For some, anonymity is a matter of life or death. For others, it’s just wiser. But it isn’t for everyone.
Some use a pseudonym, similar to what writers and artists have been doing for many years, either for protection and security, or because their real name, Hildibob Slibbervitzenson, just isn’t “writerly” or “artistic.” Would women have swooned over Archie Leach? Sang the memorable songs of Barry Alan Pinkus, or sang along to Bohemian Rhapsody with Farrokh Bulsara? Or believed in the sung words of Robert Allen Zimmerman with such fervor? Would Moses have been so memorable if played by John Charles Carter? Would the sexy pottery scene in “Ghost” have been so memorable if performed by Demetria Gene Guynes? Replaces those real names with their pseudonyms of Cary Grant, Barry Manilow, Freddy Mercury, Bob Dylan, Charlton Heston, and Demi Moore and everything changes.
There are many people who blog under a pseudonym without condemnation, but there are still those who choose to publicly blog anonymously. They use CD Handle style names, making a visible statement about their need to be private and choosing to hide behind a masked name while not hiding their opinion.
And there continues to be a witch hunt on to out them when their opinion doesn’t agree with the government or politicians. read more
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My cat, Tawnie, was destined to have a massive tooth pulling regime instituted by the vet when I first took him (he was abandoned and left to find food in a dangerous forest next to us.) We just looked on the internet and found out through our research about Oratene, the gel and the ointment which both Chewy sells. We applied it to his gums until the red went away! It takes a while but being consistent and often applications work. We also use Maxi-Guard which is sold by the manufacturer. These two products saved Tawnie's teeth and us lots of money in surgery bills. Tawnie, the wild cat, now loves to have his teeth brushed (and get Greenie Dental Treats, also sold by Chewy!) Chewy helped us so much to bring Tawnie Cat back from the illnesses he contracted from being in the forest. Chewy was always there to talk to us and offer advice which helped save Tawnie's life, we all love Chewy!(Tawnie Cat included!)
This kills the bad bacteria in dogs mouth which can cause tooth loss. Recommended by holistic vet after my dog got bad bacterial infection in upper jaw and ended up losing all her top teeth. Been using for several years and will use daily for the rest of her life.
She still has red inflamed gums and smell breath after weeks and ahe runs every time i get this out even hid in the closet all day
My dogs breath was soooo bad. My vet recommended Oratene. Completely solved the problem.
My box, Max who was a senior rescue came to us with tarter on his teeth, and I started using Oratene gel with my fingers and he was giving me a hard time at first. Once he got comfortable I started the finger brush and finally use toothbrush. I decided to try a leading toothpaste, chicken flavor and he started vomiting every morning. Back to Oratene and he is a happy boy and no throwing up.
I am not convinced that this product can replace an actual brushing with pet toothpaste. Haven't noticed any improvement
Very helpful and sensitivity to my needs. Very good at obtaining the products I am looking for.
This product seems to work well. My dog came from a serious neglect situation and her teeth and gums were in poor shape. This product is applied to the gums - I just use my finger and Penny wags her tail when she sees I have it. Definitely makes the job easier. While it can't reverse the damage to her teeth, her breath is better, her gums look healthier and she has quit having that crusty gunk on her lips. I would definitely recommend this.
While my sheltie tolerates her teeth being brushed, she definitely disliked the flavor and/or feel of this toothpaste compared to her usual brand.
Tarter has already formed on his front canines however after regular use of this gel my dog's breath is considerably less offensive. In fact, hardly noticeable. There are numerous ways to apply but as per a tip from an online "dog forum", I have been thoroughly mixing about 3/4 of an inch into chopped carrots (with my fingers) which is his last "course" per meal. I am assuming the product gets well into the gum-line that way since he will not let a toothbrush into his mouth, this is the best I can do.

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17 October 2017
Fibermaq will participate for the first time in the Congress of Industrial Management and Aeronautical Technology (Cimatech), which takes place on 17-19 October at the School of Technology (Fatec) of São José dos Campos (SP), Brazil.
The company will showcase US company Autometrix's automated systems for cutting fabrics and prepregs. Fibermaq took over the distribution of Autometrix products in Brazil in June.
“There are several opportunities for this type of equipment in the aviation market, one of the main consumers of glass and carbon fabrics which reinforce the composite parts,” says Christian de Andrade, Director of Fibermaq.
In Brazil, Fibermaq will distribute Autometrix Advantage, Radium and Argon lines, which have cutting speeds ranging from 0.60 m/s to 1.67 m/s. Radium and Argon work with up to two cutting tools simultaneously.
“In an hour, these machines cut the same amount of fabric that an operator takes from 8 to 16 hours to cut manually,” reports Andrade.
In addition to productivity gains, a great advantage of Autometrix equipment is said to be PatternSmith, a pattern design and nesting software. Able to import Drawing Exchange Format (DXF) files – which can be generated by software such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks – the software is designed to maximise fabric utilisation.
Sold separately, CadShot Mobile allows users to take a snapshot of the part with the mobile phone and export the image directly to the software, which recognises the format and cuts the fabric accordingly.
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The latest version of VERICUT machine simulation, verification and optimisation software, V8.1, will be featured on CGTech’s stand at the MACH 2018 manufacturing trade show in Birmingham, UK, on 9-13 April.
Global Composites, a new international conference jointly hosted by NetComposites and the American Composites Manufacturers Association (ACMA), will take place at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, US, on 27-28 June 2018.
Thai Flight Training (TFT), a subsidiary of Thai Airways, recently ordered an Airbus A320 door trainer from Spatial Composite Solutions.


thanks for doing these axle adjuster blocks Dave
rear wheel spaced and fitted
front brake anchor using groove in plate, just need to get in welded now
part way through engine removal
trying to fit the engine in the frame, it had been modded to fit a shovel, just did'nt fit mine
engine but its a very tight fit, also tryed a different tank, which do you guys prefer the sporty or this one?
i will get the tranny in later.


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I am Justine and I am just a girl who loves to create. As Warsaw's exclusive Kevin Murphy stylist, I specialize in lived-in hair color + balayage. My love for the beauty industry was started in my Grandmother's basement beauty shop. Then, in my teen years as I was big into dance and performing arts, I began to explore makeup. I then attended college at the Art Institute of Chicago and studied Fashion marketing. While I loved the beauty and fast paced nature of Fashion, it left me wanting more.

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Reds general manager Walt Jocketty has had his work cut out for him this season as injuries have forced him to shuffle the deck more than a card dealer in Vegas. But a recent report by Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com suggests Jocketty may not have to worry about the state of Cincinnati's organization much longer. Well, at least beyond this year.
According to Rosenthal, Jocketty's name has been tossed around as one of the potential candidates to replace current Arizona Diamondbacks general manager Kevin Towers. This is assuming Arizona's new chief baseball officer, Tony La Russa, decides to can Towers at some point in the near future.
Here is an excerpt from Rosenthal's column about Jocketty:
The search for a new GM, meanwhile, could be even more fascinating. La Russa doesn't want the job, just as he doesn't want to manage. Sources say that he has yet to even discuss candidates with upper management. But two names were brought to my attention over the weekend, both rather intriguing.
The second candidate is someone with whom La Russa is even more familiar -- his former boss with the Cardinals, Reds GM Walt Jocketty. This is the final year of Jocketty's contract. He recently bought a home in Phoenix. And he has told friends that he only wants to remain a GM for a few more years.
This could get complicated: Jocketty, 63, might be loyal to Reds owner Bob Castellini, and he also is good friends with Towers. Then again, if the D-backs fired Towers, he almost certainly would bless Jocketty as his replacement. Towers is remarkably even-handed, accepting of the game's harsh ways.
For the record, Detroit Tigers assistant general manager Al Avila was the other name Rosenthal mentioned in the report.
It goes without saying, but a lot would need to happen for Jocketty to jump ship in the Queen City in favor of Phoenix. But this is not to say it's implausible to see such a scenario unfold.
Although Jocketty has helped orchestrate three postseason trips in four years, the pressure from Reds fans continues to grow. The team has yet to advance beyond the first round of the playoffs under Jocketty's watch and the unwillingness to add help at past trade deadlines hasn't sat well with fans either.
Furthermore, the window of opportunity to contend for a World Series title appears to be closing, with stars Mat Latos, Johnny Cueto, Mike Leake, and Aroldis Chapman set to earn more money than the club can afford to pay in the coming years. Furthermore, the combination of aging players and burdensome contracts (i.e. Brandon Phillips, Joey Votto, Jonathan Broxton, Sean Marshall) inhibits Cincinnati's ability to improve the overall roster too. These are important considerations for any GM.
All told, a change of scenery from Great American Ball Park to Chase Field could be a much-needed new beginning for Jocketty. And teaming up with an old friend in La Russa has to be alluring for the 63-year-old as well. Especially if this 2014 season continues on the trajectory it's on and the Reds wound up missing the postseason by a longshot.
Quick facts: Jocketty was hired as a special adviser to the Reds in Jan. 2008. By April, he assumed the role of general manager after Wayne Krivsky was fired. In 2010, Jocketty built the first Reds team to go to the playoffs since 1995. For his efforts, he was named Sporting News Executive of the Year. Notable transactions made during his time as Cincy's GM include signing Aroldis Chapman, acquiring Mat Latos from the Padres in a five-player trade, extending Brandon Phillips, Homer Bailey and Joey Votto, drafting Mike Leake, firing Dusty Baker, and hiring Bryan Price as the club's manager.


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asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether, to aid the movement for stabilising prices, he will ask the British Petroleum Company to give an undertaking not to increase the price of petrol during the next twelve months.
§ Lieut.-Colonel Lipton
Will the Minister bear in mind that in the case of this Government-owned company the Government have an opportunity of showing whether there is any sincerity in then-appeal for moderation in profits and dividends? Why are the Government so chary of setting an example in the case of an undertaking which is controlled by the Government and which has been showing handsome profits?
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Curt Schilling continues to blame other people for the fact that his company failed:
Former major league baseball pitcher Curt Schilling, whose video gaming company recently collapsed, called the governor a “dunce of epic proportions” … Schilling tweeted that “if the state loses money it’s because the Governor is a dunce of epic proportions, nothing I can do about that.” In follow-up tweets on Monday, Schilling also called the governor a “buffoon” and called the prospect of him getting re-elected in 2014 “terrifying.”
Not a nice thing to say to a guy who gave you $75 million in loan guarantees only to see you default on your obligations, fail to pay your employees — and having them work, unwittingly, for free in the meantime — and then leave them all in the lurch as you file for bankruptcy.
Yes, a politician was a problem. Not your overwhelming hubris, greed, ego and inexperience forming a toxic mix that ensured that you would fail before you even got that loan in the first place.
In a mailbag published on Thursday, Patrick Saunders of the Denver Post says he has spoken with Arenado and his agent from the Wasserman Media Group. Based on that, he says the Rockies have not broached the subject of a contract extension with the All-Star third baseman.
Arenado will enter his second of four years of arbitration eligibility after earning $5 million for the 2016 season. He’s due to a hefty pay raise and will continue on that track into free agency after the 2019 season. It may behoove the Rockies to get extension talks started sooner rather than later. Saunders, however, thinks that Arenado wants to see if the Rockies become contenders in the next two seasons before signing the dotted line.
Arenado, 25, enters Thursday’s action batting .293/.361/.567 with 40 home runs, 130 RBI, and 112 runs scored in 678 plate appearances. His 40 homers is best in the National League and the 130 RBI are best in the majors. He has an argument for winning the National League Most Valauble Player Award.
Agent Scott Boras eulogized client Jose Fernandez at his funeral on Thursday. Boras couldn’t even get through the first sentence without breaking down in tears. It was difficult to watch without wanting to sob myself, but it was a touching eulogy that spoke for a lot of people who were fond of Fernandez.

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Goldilocks is out for a stroll in the woods when she starts feeling hungry. The Three Bears are out for a walk too, waiting for their porridge to cool. Goldilocks finds their house and soon makes herself at home...
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Put your food cravings to rest with a trip to Ralphs in Compton. The drinks available here are a great way to restore your body's natural balance, so start sipping. Pick up super fresh fish (and a heck of a lot of nutrients) for your next meal. A classic breakfast option, cereal is always good to have on hand. A box is sure to ease everyone's morning appetite without taking too much time off the clock. Impromptu barbecues are welcome here due to the available and excellent A+ meats. You'll definitely not want to miss the terrific vinegar and oil deals available at this location. You'll find top notch ingredients to transform your cooking when you stop in here. A frozen meal is just what you want when chopping, dicing, sauteing, and slicing isn't in the cards. When you don't have time to grab lunch or dinner, these tasty snacks will hold you over until you can take a break. When you're in the mood to bake, remember to add a dash of extra sweetness. It will make your creations come alive like never before. Ralphs offers a range of classic and signature breads, all of which are fresh and baked to perfection. The produce available here is a great side to any meal in need of some fresh nutrients. Spruce up your meals with a variety of seasonings and spices on hand. At Ralphs, you can grab some fresh noodles, channel your inner chef and get your cook on. Keep your energy and mood up all day long with a tasty coffee or refreshing tea from Ralphs. When the heat gets the best of you, water is more important than ever. Cool off no matter where you are with a bottle from Ralphs. When you need a quick meal after a long and hard workday, a canned good item from here makes for an easy and tasty dish. If milk is your go-to beverage, you'll love the dairy products available here (great for strengthening your bones and teeth). Make your cooking life as easy as possible and grab some frozen food today. It's perfect for when you don't have the time or energy to make something from scratch!
Many parking options are available in the area. Whether you need fresh herbs or just the basics, Ralphs in Compton makes it easy to round out any recipe.

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A recent poll conducted by the research firm Ipsos has found some pretty interesting reactions to the bombshell Oprah interview of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. In fact, two-thirds of Canadians feel that members of the British royal family are simply celebrities, and should have no formal role in Canada.
That’s just one part of the relatively wide-ranging survey, too. Turns out, a majority of Canadians (59%) want Canada to cut ties with the throne once Queen Elizabeth’s reign ends. And, just over half (53%) would like to see Prime Minister Trudeau hold a referendum about it.
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Canada-US border restrictions have been extended once again
Barbados is poised to become the fourth Caribbean island to remove the Queen as its head of state. https://t.co/dupA0O4K7R @cbcsteve
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But, some other questions highlight the weird (yeah, they’re weird, come at us) ties between the Canadian public and the royal family. A whopping 78% of Canadians feel as though the Queen has done “a good job in her role as the Monarch”. Yet, Canadians are split pretty much 50/50 when asked if they think the British monarchy is a “racist institution”.
So yeah, we don’t know what the vibe is, at all. One thing we do know is that Oprah still knows how to knock an interview out of the park. To check out the Ipsos survey for yourself, just click here!
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Sitting right in the middle between America’s southwest and southeast, Texas Hill Country has extraordinary terrain. That’s why it’s a famous destination for many people who are looking for a unique experience.
The Texas Hill Country is packed with underground lakes, steep canyons, stone hills, and springs. This makes it a desirable place to visit as well as settle in. What’s more, it offers a mix of rural and urban areas, which makes it quite an exciting place to visit.
Texas Hill Country is one of the seven major regions of Texas. The area has unique characteristics as it sits on the southeast part of Edwards Plateau.
Representing the countryside of Central Texas with vast grasslands and rolling hills, the Hill Country is distinguishable by its karst landscape. Moreover, parts of its topography spread among high hills of granite and limestone that have eroded over the years.
- Location: Central part of Texas
- County: Over 20 counties, including Llano, Travis, Blanco, Edwards, and Val Verde
- Towns: Including San Marcos, Boerne, New Braunfels, Wimberley, and Fredericksburg
- Land Area: 31,000 square miles (the fourth largest region in Texas)
- Zip Codes: Due to its vast area, it has many zip codes, including 78624, 78003, 78671, and 78828
- Population: 3.8 million
- Crime Rate: It’s hard to determine the exact number, however, reportedly, Texas Hill Country have lower crime rates than the rest of Texas regions
- Average Temperature in June: 92°F
- Average Temperature in January: 55°F
- Universities: More than 30 universities, including Trinity University, Texas State University, and Hallmark University
- Airports: Over 15 municipal, private, and public airports in the region, including San Antonio International (SAT) and Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS)
- Best Hotels: Miraval Austin – Horseshoe Bay Resort – Lakeway Resort and Spa – Lake Austin Spa Resort
- Best Restaurants: Der Lindenbaum – Aba – Boudro’s Texas Bistro – The Leaning Pear – Sage Restaurant And Lounge
Texas Hill Country is known for having amazing scenery and natural resources. With a background of rich and diverse heritage, this region is quite a popular retiring destination among baby boomers and celebrities.
Here are some of the distinctive features of Texas Hill Country:
- Tourism – It’s one of the best vacation destinations in North America
- Wine Industry – It contains over 50 vineyards and wineries as a part of three American Viticultural Areas (AVA), which are Bell Mountain, Fredericksburg in the Texas Hill Country, and Texas Hill Country AVA
- Karst Landscapes – Caves, sinkholes, springs, and streams formed by dissolving bedrocks
- Hills of Granite and Limestone – With several quarries around the region, beside the second largest granite dome in the U.S., Enchanted Rock
- Caverns – Such as the Natural Bridge Caverns, Inner Space Caverns, and Longhorn Cavern
This region produced a number of famous people in various fields. You can learn more about a few of them through the following table.
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|Former professional cyclist who won seven consecutive Tour de France races after fighting testicular cancer
|Writer and screenwriter who authored Old Yeller, Hound Dog Man, and Savage Sam
|One of the Texas Declaration of Independence signers who was also a politician, lawyer, and land baron
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Where Is Texas Hill Country?
Texas Hill Country sits west of the Balcones Fault Zone, which is an area of surface rupture that stretches vertically through Texas. It can be generally described as sprawling west of Austin and north of San Antonio.
Texas Hill Country is surrounded by four of the biggest Texan regions, which are:
- Big Bend Country – packed with an enormous number of national parks
- Panhandle Plains – known for its cattle industry
- Prairies and Lakes – famous for the huge agriculture industry
- South Texas Plains – embodying the cultural Mexican-American mix
Spreading all the way between Crockett county to the west and Travis county to the east, this region is generally located in the south-central part of Texas.
As for the northern and southern borders, Texas Hill Country runs from Mills county (north) to Uvalde, Medina, and Kinney counties (south).
- Boerne: This family-friendly town located on the way between Kerrville and San Antonio has recently become a wanted place for home building
- Wimberley: Located 20 minutes away from San Marcos, Wimberley contains many charming homes within areas that are heavily covered in trees
- Fredericksburg: One of the major cities in Texas Hill Country, Fredericksburg is deeply linked to its German roots. You can notice that by hearing the unique Texas German dialect they use
- Luckenbach: With a jaw-dropping population of only three, Luckenbach is officially the smallest town in Texas, nevertheless, it hosts many country music concerts year-round
- Lake McQueeney: The best time to visit this town is the summer when you can enjoy fishing, swimming, and boat rides
There are hundreds of fun outings in the Texas Hill Country region. From shopping locations to historical sites, this area attracts a wide range of visitors. Below are a few of the must-do activities in Texas Hill Country.
- Visiting museums
- Visiting caverns
- Wine tasting
- River tubing
Because of its vast area and rare terrains, Texas Hill Country has various locations to enjoy all the different kinds of adventures. Here’s what you must do:
Located in Austin, the capital of Texas and one of the biggest cities of Texas Hill Country, the Texas State Capitol is a must-see attraction. When you visit it, you get to see the amazing structure of the building that’s made of pink granite mined from the region.
Garner State Park is definitely one of the places you can’t miss in Texas Hill Country. With many activities for the whole family, it’s a widely enjoyable attraction. You can swim, fish, or float on the crystal waters of the Frio River. Moreover, people go there to enjoy hiking and birdwatching.
In the summer, the park arranges free outdoor music concerts for everyone to attend. Having said that, the park is also a gorgeous place suitable for a romantic picnic dinner under the stars.
Hiking and rock climbing are two of the well-known activities in Texas Hills Country, and Enchanted Rock is perfect for such sports.
It’s a pink granite dome overlooking the mesmerizing countryside of Texas, which makes it an ideal destination for adventurers. Furthermore, it’s also a fantastic place for observing the various kinds of wildflowers and cacti.
This 120 feet deep artesian spring is part of a submerged cave, which is the second largest in Texas. It’s located within Jacob’s Well Natural Area. One of the most amusing activities that daredevils enjoy in this place is jumping into Jacob’s Well’s icy waters.
If you’re not into swimming, you can enjoy the scenery and the surrounding park.
Among many of Texas Hill Country’s limestone caverns, the Natural Bridge Caverns is one of the largest, and it’s, indeed, magnificent. It’s also easily accessible, which is a huge plus for families.
- Der Lindenbaum – A place to enjoy the traditional German recipes, like bratwurst, schnitzel, and strudels.
- Aba – Offering Lucious mixed dishes from various Mediterranean countries, like Turkey, Greece, and Lebanon.
- Boudro’s Texas Bistro – Enjoy an amazing dish of blackened prime rib offering a real Texan dining experience overlooking the Riverwalk.
- The Leaning Pear – A romantic lunchtime spot in downtown Wimberley where you can enjoy delicious sandwiches, wood-fired pizzas, and mouth-watering steaks.
- Sage Restaurant and Lounge – Having a wide range of international selections, this restaurant serves creative dishes that take you on a world culinary tour.
- Miraval Austin – It’s located along the Balcones of Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge and has gorgeous views of the Hill Country
- Horseshoe Bay Resort – Overlooking Lake LBJ, this resort is a great getaway for families as well as couples
- Lakeway Resort and Spa – Not too far away from downtown Austin, this incredible resort sits on the shores of Lake Travis
- Lake Austin Spa Resort – Located along the Colorado River, this spa resort is a must-go relaxation destination
- Barons CreekSide – Set on 26 acres of land, this Swiss log cabin village is a great place to stay in Fredericksburg
Texas Hill Country FAQs
Is Texas Hill Country a good place to live?
Yes, being a famous retiring destination, Texas Hill Country is a beautiful area that combines rural and urban living.
Is Texas Hill Country worth visiting?
Definitely, Texas Hill Country is an amazing region with extraordinary terrains and mesmerizing scenery. This results in hundreds of attractions to visit and enjoy.
- Population: 3.8 million: dailytrib.com
- Average Temperature in June: 92°F: climatestotravel.com
- Four of the biggest Texan regions: tpwd.texas.gov
Christian Linden is a seasoned writer and contributor at Texas View, specializing in topics that resonate with the Texan community. With over a decade of experience in journalism, Christian brings a wealth of knowledge in local politics, culture, and lifestyle. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Communications from the University of Texas. When he's not writing, Christian enjoys spending weekends traveling across Texas with his family, exploring everything from bustling cities to serene landscapes.


There isn't much to see in Brothers, Oregon. In fact, there's pretty much only one thing in the tiny outpost along Highway 20 - the Brothers Stage Stop. On the other hand, this isn't just "one thing," really. Inside its weathered walls is the only store, café, gift shop, gas station, saloon and post office you're going to find for about 50 miles in either direction.
But one of the functions of this perfectly Americana shop, and perhaps its most important function for nearby residents, could be disappearing - and that's the post office, which has been operating in the high desert town since 1913.
Dixie Hanna, along with her sister, Jerrie, has owned and operated the Brothers Stage Shop for the past seven years, and during that time Dixie has also served as the postmaster of the closet-sized post office inside her business. Leased by the U.S. Postal Service, the space is home to post office boxes for 30 homes, some of which are an hour or more away. This rural, mostly elderly population relies on the Brothers post office, not just to hold their mail, but, perhaps more importantly, perform shipping services and ensure that specialty deliveries like mail-order prescriptions are handled appropriately.
The U.S. Postal Service has long served as more than just a means for mail delivery, it is an institution that has maintained a sense of connection between the cities, towns and vast rural expanses that make up this county. But times have changed, as has the way we communicate, and that change is financially decimating the USPS.
In the past five years, the amount of first class mail has dropped by a staggering 25 percent. Add to that a $5.5-billion-a-year required payment to its employee fund (as required by a 2006 law) that the USPS is struggling to meet and you've got an agency on the brink of default. For that reason, the USPS is looking at some 3,700 post offices and more than 250 processing centers to close in the coming year. Brothers, and several other rural post offices in Central Oregon, including the office in Sunriver, are on that list. It's also possible that Bend will lose its processing center.
It might be easy to dismiss the value of the tiny post offices in Brothers or Shaniko or Post, but rural residents don't see it that way.
"It would impact this area a lot," says Hanna, coming out from behind the café counter, having just rung up a traveler's snacks and sodas. She leans back on one of the stools, her arms crossed as she looks at the open door to the section of the building that serves as the post office.
"They're all concerned because nobody knows what will happen. It would really be a shame to see this go after almost 100 years," says Hanna.
USPS spokesperson Peter Hass says that while it's all but certain that many of these rural post offices will close, no one will be left totally in the cold. Mail will still be delivered, likely to locked boxes or a village post office, a concept that would place satellite post offices in existing buildings like local government offices or private businesses.
"Certainly the intent is to continue providing service to those costumers. It might be a different mode of delivery, though," says Hass, adding that the USPS is taking a number of factors, including amount of traffic, amount of transactions and the proximity to other post offices, into consideration during this study period. After the study period, the public would still have a chance to voice their opinions should a post office be chosen for closure or reorganization.
IT'S A BUSINESS
"The Postal Service is on the brink of default. The Postal Service requires radical change to its business model if it is to remain viable in the future," Postmaster General Patrick Donahoe testified to Congress earlier this month.
In the days leading up to his testimony, Donahoe remarked that without large-scale adjustments, the USPS would be out of money in the coming months. The problem is simple, at least on the surface. Thanks to email, online bill pay and other electronic conveniences, people aren't mailing nearly as much as they once did and processing centers and post offices built to handle the peak of our nation's mailing volume are now severely underutilized. To put a number on it, the amount of items mailed in the U.S. has decreased by 43 million over the past five years. Also, the USPS can, by law, only raise postage in accordance with the rate of inflation and only engage in certain business practices, meaning their ability to bring in extra revenue is limited.
It's a common misconception that the USPS is funded with taxpayer money while the reality is that the agency has operated in a self-supporting manner for nearly 40 years. If it were a private sector business, the USPS would have come in at number 29 on the 2010 Fortune 500 list. The agency's financial independence, however, hasn't shielded them from the realities of a changing society that's increasingly less reliant on paper correspondence.
The White House has already announced plans to ask Congress to delay the USPS' $5.5-billion benefit payment, due on September 30, and look at other ideas to assist the USPS and prevent a default. But it's already been made clear that there will be no quick or easy fix. Donahoe has suggested several ideas to get the USPS into a financially stable state. Among those measures are ending Saturday mail delivery, the aforementioned facility closures and laying off as many as 120,000 employees, a plan that was immediately criticized by postal unions.
BEND TO PORTLAND TO BEND?
While the August announcement that many, if not all, of Central Oregon's rural post offices were being considered for closure already had our region feeling the impact of the USPS' nationwide financial conundrum, the problem was compounded last week when the Bend mail processing center appeared on a list of possible closures. The USPS plans to cut the number of processing centers nearly in half in the coming year.
Ron Anderson, the USPS's customer relation's coordinator for the Portland Postal District, which covers all of Oregon and parts of southern Washington, doesn't downplay the magnitude of these proposed changes. But he also points out the possible savings that could result.
"This is historical and national in scope. We currently have 500 of these mail processing centers and the possibility is to trim that down to 200. The preliminary projection is that this could save $3 billion a year," says Anderson.
But there would be some changes. Of course, there would be some "personnel changes," as Anderson puts it, but we'd also see some changes as to how we get our mail. While Anderson says no specific plans have been developed should the Bend processing center be closed, it's likely that a piece of mail meant to be mailed from one end of Bend to the other would actually head over to Portland for processing before returning to town. In other words, a 300-mile round-trip for an in-town delivery.
Anderson says that the USPS currently delivers mail in one to three days to anywhere in the country. These changes would, hopefully, only push this goal back by a day.
THE MAIL STILL MATTERS
On this exceptionally scorching September day out in Brothers, Hanna has placed, per instructions, a recently delivered medication in a refrigerator until its owner can arrive to pick it up. Mail-order pharmacies are a relatively new phenomenon and one that's a product of our online dependence, as well as a sign that many people still rely on the USPS, which remains the only service that guarantees delivery to anywhere in the country.
Anderson says that the USPS has taken medications into consideration while looking at all of these changes.
"The postal service has been working with the mail-order pharmacies and looking at what their timeline is for fulfillment [of prescriptions]. We're doing everything we can to work cooperatively with them," says Anderson.
Out in Brothers, Hanna says that her post office receives medications on an almost daily basis. Some of these customers, like the one for whom she's refrigerating this medicine, travel more than half hour, often in harsh winter conditions, just to pick them up. But it's not just medicine, she says. Rural residents rely on delivery of other common items, too, given that placing an online or telephone order is more efficient and cost effective than, for example, traveling more than 100 miles round-trip into Bend.
The way we get our mail is changing. Those at the Brothers Stage Stop seem to have accepted this reality, but that hasn't quelled their uncertainty for the future. Hanna says her customers are, of course, worried and are merely waiting to hear what happens next. The Postal Service will most likely survive this financial turmoil - not without help from Congress - but what is known is that it will be much different from the USPS we all grew up with.


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MCHENRY — Even as a fragment from a bullet remains lodged in her hip, a resilient Marlene Roberts said she feels compassion for the masked 13-year-old boy accused of shooting her in an attempted robbery Monday at the McHenry bakery where she works.
Resting in her hospital bed Tuesday, the 60-year-old woman spoke openly about the crime.
"I hope they teach him a real good lesson, but I hope this thing doesn't ruin his life," said Roberts from a room filled with flowers and get-well cards at Northern Illinois Medical Center in McHenry.
Two McHenry County youths, ages 13 and 14, are scheduled to appear Wednesday morning before Judge Thomas Baker in McHenry County Juvenile Court in connection with the robbery.
The boys could be charged with attempted murder, attempted armed robbery and aggravated discharge of a firearm, said Terence Nader, chief of the criminal division of the McHenry County state's attorney's office.
They also could find themselves charged as adults, he said. They are being held in a juvenile detention center in McLean County.
"The shot, like the rest of the crime, appears to have been premeditated," Nader said.
Though police declined to release details about the youths, except to say one was a recent runaway, they are troubled by their ages.
Roberts' children also expressed a mix of emotions.
"It's sad. I feel so sad for their parents," said daughter Gay Ann Roberts. "You think you raise your kids right, and then they're running around with a gun and they shoot someone?"
Police are trying to piece together a motive for the shooting and believe one of the boys might have taken the gun--an unusual gold .380 semi-automatic, from a family member.
Meanwhile, Roberts said she wasn't even supposed to be working Monday evening--she switched shifts with another employee--when she walked back to her cashier's station at Hostess Bakery Thrift Store, 3315 W. Pearl St., to find a boy wearing a ski mask and holding a gun. A second youth was with the boy.
At first, Roberts thought the gun, which was shiny gold, was a toy. But after the 5-foot-3-inch, 100-pound woman spun the boy around and shoved him out the door, he fired once through the glass door and a bullet fragment hit her in the left hip, police said.
"I remember thinking `Oh, I've been shot. I guess I better call 911,' " she said. She said she was mystified why he shot at her once he had already left the store.
"It's just so silly that he did that. He was out the door and he really hadn't done anything at that point," Roberts said. "I don't understand why he did that."
After the shooting, the boys ran away. About eight minutes after the 911 call, McHenry Police Officer Tom O'Meara noticed two boys fitting the description of the assailants walking at a fast pace down a street about four blocks from the scene of the robbery.
O'Meara said the boys had flushed faces as if from running and weren't wearing any jackets although the weather was brisk. A McHenry County Sheriff's Department K-9 unit found two jackets, the gun and the ski masks in a nearby trash bin.
O'Meara said he ordered the boys to stop. The boys appeared calm, but O'Meara said he soon learned that was only an outward appearance.
"When I touched them on the chest, I noticed their hearts were really going, you could feel them pounding," O'Meara said.
Sgt. Roland Wood said the fact Roberts calmly provided them with a description as paramedics worked on her bullet wound was key to the capture.
"She really was amazing that she could do that," Wood said.
Although police admire Roberts for her bravery, they said people should give in quietly to armed robbers when they ask for money. Indeed, Roberts said she might have given the money to the boy if she thought he was serious.
"He said, `Give me the bread,' " Roberts recalled. "I didn't really know what that meant. Who uses that word for money anymore? I might have given it to him if I knew what he meant."
Roberts said she likely will just live with the bullet fragment in her leg. She is slated to be released Wednesday from Northern Illinois Medical Center.
Roberts said she has been a proud member of the Sweet Adelines chorus for some 20 years and vowed to make rehearsal Thursday night.
"I can't miss it. There's a competition coming up," Roberts said.


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Perth Glory coach Kenny Lowe has refused to blame his team’s 2-1 loss to Adelaide United on hot conditions or the club’s three-day turnaround between Hyundai A-League fixtures.
Glory slumped to just their second loss of the season – and second to the Reds – after failing to match it with Josep Gombau’s side in a clash that kicked off in 36C heat at Perth’s nib Stadium.
Adelaide also beat Perth in last month’s Westfield FFA Cup grand final.
Glory had just three days to prepare for Monday night’s game after returning from Geelong where the club defeated Melbourne Victory 2-1, also played in steamy conditions.
Lowe was content with his side’s endeavour against Adelaide, but would not offer excuses for their failure to emerge with the three points.
“All I know is our lads really put a shift in and really worked their socks off and were so genuine and honest,” Lowe said.
“There were certain road blocks put in the way by other people and other situations, but that’s not for us to speak about. We just concentrate on what we try and do as best we can and I just thought they gave it a really shake in the second half.
“To be truthful, up until (Adelaide’s first) goal we were controlling the game. They looked as though they didn’t really want to be here, but we gave them a little bit of an impetus and they got a lift from that. Then they come out straight away after the second half and that gave them another lift.”
Glory was also dealt a blow early in the match when in-form winger Chris Harold had to be pulled from the game after only 25 minutes with a heat-related illness.
The three-week break enforced by the Asian Cup has been welcomed by Glory and provides an ideal launching pad for the league leaders to back up their remarkable start to the campaign in the second half of the season.
“I’ve said all along we’re looking forward to it, and I don’t think that’s a negative thing for us,” Lowe said.
“We’ll have a few days off and then we’ll get back into the swing of things. I think we’re in a nice position. If someone had said that at the beginning of the year you would have took it, so we’re ticking along OK.”
Lowe also said the club was close to signing a replacement for injured winger Youssouf Hersi and was hopeful a deal could be finalised in the coming days.


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Lincoln Chrysler Dealership Offers Good Deals
Chrysler's bankruptcy filing is likely to be approved. in that bankruptcy claim, Chrysler gives a June 9th deadline when all dealerships will lose their franchise rights.
For Russwood Chrysler here in Lincoln, that means all their new Chryslers have to be off the lot so prices are about to get as low as they can go.
The saying goes out with the old and in with the new, but here at Russwood Chrysler it's just the opposite.
They're shining up new Chrysler cars to speed 'em off the lot, and saying bring in the old or preowned.
“We're really focusing on our prewoned, doubling our inventory, we're gonna be open for a long time,” said Bill Siefker, Manager of Russwood Chrysler.
It's all part of Chrysler's bankruptcy filing. Roughly 800 of its more than 3,000 dealers lose franchise rights June 9. That's when all new Chrysler vehicles have to be off the lots. That means slashing prices.
“We've got some great deals out here, you can get a PT Cruiser for less than 12,000,” said Siefker.
Prices so low, manager Bill Siefker said customers are coming in to buy new. In the business for 14 years, Siefker knows times are tough for the big three.
“I can tell ya s a whole it's worse than it's aver been as far as the ups and downs,” he said.
But he says by giving good deals to customers and growing the pre-owned business, the end of the Chrysler dealership is a bump in the road, but not the end of the business.
“We're excited about our future and we're looking forward to it,” said Siefker.
That bankruptcy filing has to be approved in court, but Russwood is moving forward as if it's a done deal. Russwood also said they'll continue to service Chrysler vehicles, so you can bring it on in if it needs repairs.
As far as General Motors, that company is also closing dealerships, about 1,100 across the nation sometime next year.

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My husband, my two daughters, and the younger daughter’s boyfriend took a one hour ride leaving from the Palos Verdes Stables property and going up on the ridge above Ernie Howlett Park to see the beautiful ocean and city view. It was amazing — we could see the South Bay coast AND downtown Long Beach, as well as the San Bernardino mountains, the Los Angeles basin, downtown Los Angeles, the Hollywood sign — you name it, we could see it from there.
The most fun thing about a trail ride at Pat’s is that you don’t have to just walk with your horse’s nose in the other one’s tail like you do on so many commercial trail rides. If you know how to ride and sign the correct waivers, Pat’s operation will allow you to trot and even canter a bit in the areas where the footing is safe enough for this activity (and within reason so that the horses don’t get exhausted either, of course.) The horses are all very well trained and bomb-proof too, so you can have fun even if you aren’t the world’s greatest rider. And since Pat has some draft cross horses, even tall, heavier people can find someone that they can ride — he does not have a weight limit of 200 pounds like so many other places do. Our family loves horses and is pretty experienced, but my daughter’s boyfriend was very inexperienced and he had a lot of fun too!
Pat also has a big soft spot for mentally challenged and autistic folks too, and has many regular clients with autistic children or young adults. While we were there, two different young men with autism were taken out on rides. The grins on their faces were amazing, and Pat’s staff is extremely patient with them and really want them to have a great time and experience the freedom of seeing the world from up high.
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Shareholder voting is the primary means by which shareholders can influence the company’s or mutual fund’s operations, its corporate governance and even activities of social responsibility that may fall outside of financial considerations. FSM’s proxy votes are cast so companies take responsible action on issues such as climate change, human rights in the supply chain, stewardship of water, environmental health, sustainable agriculture, corporate governance, lobbying and political spending, global and domestic health, justice in the financial sector, and the militarization of society.
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FSM is a member of the Midwest Coalition for Responsible Investing (MCRI), a regional group of other faith- and values-based organizations. With its MCRI partners, FSM engages companies through dialogue and joint shareholder resolutions to bring about change in company policy and practice. Examples include:
Since 2011, FSM in collaboration with MCRI has been working with Monsanto Company to encourage more responsible use of water, both globally and regionally, by recycling water and reducing the amounts used. In 2014 Monsanto became the first agriculture company to sign the World Business Council for Sustainable Development’s Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) pledge, through which the company commits to providing employees with access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene wherever the company is operating.
In April 2016, FSM and other MCRI members, supported by Sierra Club and AsYouSow, voted on a resolution urging Ameren to adopt a more aggressive strategy for increasing its use of renewable energy (wind, solar, hydroelectric power) rather than depending so strongly on coal for energy production. Missouri remains the second-highest state in coal consumption. As of 2016, Ameren, as the largest utility in Missouri, was producing only 1 percent of its power through renewable energy; other smaller utilities in the state were ranging from 4 to 35 percent in their use of renewable energy. According to Missouri’s Renewable Energy Standard passed in 2008, Ameren was to have increased its use of renewable energy to 5 percent of its total by 2014 and 10 percent by 2018, with an ultimate goal of 70 percent use of renewable energy by 2050. Ameren has failed to achieve any of its benchmarks so far. Shareholders remain committed to urging Ameren to improve its record on environmental issues, most especially by reducing its dependence on dirty coal for energy production.


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Berlin's Culinary Cinema Menu Features Dishes From Korea, England and Japan
The movie-and-dinner program mixes 12 films about food with an accompanying meal prepared by a star chef.
COLOGNE, Germany -- Features from Argentina to Korea, Britain to Japan will be served up at the 5th annual Culinary Cinema, the Berlin Film Festival's food-flavored sidebar.
The movie-and-a-dinner program, which runs Feb. 13-18 during the festival mixes 12 films about food with an accompanying meal prepared by a star chef.
This year's cinematic menu includes Iciar Bollain's Even the Rain starring Gael Garcia Bernal; Toast from Brit director SJ Clarkson featuring Helena Bonham Carter and Anna Lee's The Recipe, about a TV journalist searching for the secret to mouthwatering soybean soup, which will open the Culinary Cinema program.
Several food-based documentaries fill out the meal, including David Gelb's Jiro Dreams of Sushi about an 85-year-old sushi master in Tokyo and The Ways of Wine by Argentine director Nicolas Carreras, which follows a famed sommelier who has lost his sense of taste and smell.
Besides the feed, Berlin has used Culinary Cinema to promote a political message of healthy, environmentally sustainable agriculture. It's a message that this year could not be more timely. Germany is in the midst of a food-poisoning scandal sparked after toxic levels of dioxin were found in eggs and meat from factory farms across the country.


The characterization of tip leakage flow plays an important role for one-dimesional loss modeling and design in radial turbine research. Tip leakage losses can be expressed as function of fluid momentum and mass flow passing through the tip gap. Friction-driven flow and contrariwise oriented pressure gradient-driven flow are highly coupled. However, these numbers are mostly unknown and dependent on tip gap geometry and turbine running condition. Based on a commonly used definition of a non-dimensional tip leakage momentum ratio, a novel correlation has been derived. This allows a consistent characterization for variable tip gap sizes over a wide range of operating conditions. The correlation has been validated by means of CFD data with high variety in reduced speed tip gap geometry and expansion ratios. Results of the novel number show significant improvements of quantitative and qualitative results over a wide range of running conditions in comparison to existing correlations. Furthermore, correlations for tip leakage velocities, that can easily be used in one-dimensional models, have been derived. Finally, it has been demonstrated, that the influence of inlet flow momentum on the tip leakage flow can be analyzed with presented correlations.


Johannesburg - Police Minister Mr Fikile Mbalula has learnt with shock and sadness about the death of Mandla Hlatshwayo, who was brutally killed in an armed robbery.
“It is sad that we are losing role models in society, when our country so desperately needs them to inspire our youth.” Minister Fikile Mbalula said.
He said that he is highly concerned about the number of guns that are circulating in the country. He plans to speed processes of the The Firearms Control Act which provides the legal framework for the registration and control of firearms.
He will push for the Bill to control the impact of firearms as well as the limitation of firearms licences in our society.
“We need the reduction of firearms in circulation and the non-proliferation of both legal and illegal firearms,” Mbalula said.
He assured all South Africans that the South African Police Service will do everything in their power to apprehend Hlatshwayo's killers.
The minister sent his condolences to the listeners of Jozi FM, the supporters of Mandla Hlatshwayo, his colleagues, friends and especially his family.
It was earlier reported that Hlatshwayo was shot dead on Sunday night during an attempted robbery in Soweto.
Hlatshwayo was known for his role on Generations, playing Siphiwe Phosa as well being a DJ on Jozi FM.
Police spokesperson Captain Nomvula Mbense confirmed the death, saying four armed men stormed a pub in Pimville between 10pm and 11pm and tried to rob everyone inside.
“Two victims were shot during the robbery and died on the scene. At this stage it’s not clear what was stolen from the scene."
“A manhunt is underway for the four men and a case of premeditated murder and armed robbery has been opened – investigations are continuing,” she said.
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London School of Economics and Political Science
Geri Miric is Programmes Coordinator at the UKRI GCRF Gender, Justice and Security Hub. She provides administrative support to the Hub and the ongoing projects. She holds an undergraduate degree in Spanish/Latin American Studies and French from the London Metropolitan University. She has previously worked at University College London, the Commonwealth Games and the public sector in the UK and overseas.


text: About WaterRower Widely regarded as the most realistic simulator of on-water rowing, WaterRower has been dedicated to creating rowing machines of exceptional quality and design for over 30 years. Offering a low impact, full body the workout, the WaterRower is acclaimed not only for its exercise benefits, but also as an outstanding design innovation. Hand-built in the USA; all timber used in the manufacture of wooden WaterRower rowing machines is sourced from sustainably managed hardwood forests in the Appalachian Mountains. Introducing NOHrD The WaterRower is acclaimed not only for its exercise benefits, but also as an outstanding design innovation NOHrD is the brain child of Dominik Kuprecht, the founder and Managing Director of WaterRower Germany. Named after the town of Nohrdhorn in which WaterRower Germany is based, Herr Kuprecht created the brand to meet growing demand from WaterRower customers for fitness equipment with the same space saving, functional design as their much-loved rowing machines. All products in NOHrD range are manufactured to exacting standard in Germany. As with the WaterRower, all timber used is sourced from sustainably managed hardwood forests.

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While pre-workout supplements may seem like a magic mixture of scientifically derived ingredients, are there any that really do a body good?
It seems like everyone in the gym is talking about a pre-workout supplement—colloquially referred to as “pre-workout.”
Carbohydrates, caffeine, beetroot juice, and creatine monohydrate (a popular muscle-building supplement) are all common pre-workout supplement ingredients that have been shown to improve exercise performance.
Carbs are pretty obvious—they’re your body’s go-to source of energy and what experts recommend eating before a workout.
After all, when exercising—especially at high intensity, cycling classes, and lifting—your body uses blood glucose and glycogen (stored carbs) as its main energy source. So boosting your levels before you start can help increase energy reserves and performance.
Caffeine is obviously a stimulant known for boosting energy and alertness. Research shows it can help improve physical performance too, although many of the studies have been done on small sample sizes.
Still, there’s a lot of research supporting caffeine’s ability to increase energy while simultaneously reducing workout pressure. The theory is that caffeine helps muscles burn more fat upfront and preserve glycogen, thereby letting you work harder, and longer, before you use up all your energy stores.
Other studies suggest caffeine simply helps improve a muscle’s ability to generate power.
With beetroot juice, a 2017 study found that it’s been shown to consistently increase levels of nitric oxide and improve cardiovascular performance. Beetroot juice actually contains inorganic nitrates, which convert in the body to nitric oxide.
A natural vasodilator, nitric oxide expands blood vessels, increasing blood flow and decreasing how hard your heart has to work under strain. It’s important to note that beet research is still young, but so far even small results are promising.
Creatine monohydrate is also often included in pre-workout formulas. Creatine is a derivative of three amino acids that are naturally produced in the body and stored as a source of quick energy in the muscles.
Some research even indicates that creatine monohydrate is likely more effective at boosting performance if you take it after each workout – as opposed to before, when your body may be more apt to absorb and store it when your natural stores are at their lowest.
Creatine is actually one of the most well-researched sports supplements over the past few decades. Studies consistently show that in normal doses—2 to 5 grams per day over the long term—it’s very safe for healthy adults.
The most common side effect is weight gained from water retention; when your muscles store creatine, they also store water. This can make your muscles look a bit larger and weigh a bit more.
A Smidgen of Common Sense
As a precaution, be careful if you have diabetes, kidney problems, or any other major health condition. It’s always best to talk with your doctor before regularly supplementing with creatine (or anything, really).

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An eclectic mix of lighthearted rags, arrangements of popular Gershwin songs, nostalgic novelty pieces, and driving boogie-woogie are featured in this book and CD collection. Pianists will find these gems challenging but surefire audience-pleasers. The CD, performed by Valery Lloyd-Watts, provides a powerful auditory tool for musical interpretation.
Valery Lloyd-Watts studied at the Conservatory of Music in Toronto and the Royal College of Music in London. She earned a Master of Music degree from the University of Wisconsin, where she studied with Paul Badura-Skoda. She is best known for her expressive, meticulous recordings of the Suzuki® Piano School literature.
Titles: Boogie Woogie Etude * Bumble Boogie * The Cascades * Dizzy Fingers * Fascinating Rhythm * I Got Rhythm * Kitten on the Keys * Nola * Rialto Ripples * The Syncopated Clock.
|The Cascades||Scott Joplin (composer)|
|Boogie Woogie Etude||Morton Gould (composer)|
|Dizzy Fingers||Zez Confrey (composer)|
|Kitten on the Keys||Zez Confrey (composer)|
|The Syncopated Clock (Instrumental)||Leroy Anderson (composer)|
|Nola (Instrumental Version)||Felix Arndt (composer)|
|I Got Rhythm||George Gershwin (composer); Ira Gershwin (lyricist)|
|Rialto Ripples||George Gershwin (composer); Will Donaldson (lyricist)|
|Fascinating Rhythm||George Gershwin (composer); Ira Gershwin (lyricist)|
|Bumble Boogie||Jack Fina (composer)|
|Format:||Book & CD|


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Some of my fellow conservatives are celebrating the resurgence of Newt Gingrich while many others are moaning and groaning. The Newt supporters want someone who will take it to Obama and the media while the Mitt supporters want someone who can possibly beat Obama in November. There are those who would rather lose with Newt than win with Mitt.
Beating Obama has to be goal #1. America may not survive another four years of Obama, and for those who are worried that Newt might end up the nominee, there's still some big hurdles in his way. The last polling showed Mitt with a strong lead in the next primary, Florida, and fairly soon the primaries will move to Northern states which have winner-take-all formats. That's Romney country up there and a win by even one vote nets him ALL of the delegates. That's how RINOs and moderates become our nominee. The Southern primaries which tend to be more favorable to conservative candidates apportion their delegates according to the vote. Even a decisive popular vote victory might yield almost identical delegate numbers. The primary system definitely favors the RINOs and moderates.
There's still a long way to go, but I have to believe the system will give Romney a significant edge. Whether or not he's actually as electable as everyone wants us to believe is yet to be seen.

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Nicosia made clear yesterday it would not accept a ‘trial run’ of direct trade between the EU and the Turkish occupied north.
“The government would like to clarify that under no circumstances will it accept such proposals or suggestions,” said deputy government spokesman Victoras Papadopoulos.
His comments followed a report in Sunday’s Phileleftheros of moves underway in Brussels to push for direct trade between the EU and the occupied north on a ‘trial basis.’
President Anastasiades will have the opportunity to discuss any actions or suggestions concerning the issue with Enlargement Commissioner Stephan Fule in Brussels on Thursday morning, Papadopoulos said.
The President will also “clarify the government’s position that such proposals, if they exist, can only cause problems, especially after the resumption of the talks for a solution to the Cyprus issue and therefore will not be accepted”.
The remarks came as the president warned of the difficulties ahead in the UN sponsored talks. “I must say that the first indications are not as encouraging as we would like them to be. That is why I am saying that the struggle begins now and it will be difficult,” he said.


I arrived on site with Anthony Haynes, Malcolm Mitton and Neil Garfield just after 06.00. We went to check over the area and select the launch and control positions based upon the conditions of the day. We decided to place the pad on the last section of cliff top on the peninsular, this is above Lagvag point and slopes gently to the east. It was also decided to designate the helicopter pad as the viewing area and place the launch control point on a rock outcrop approximately 10 metres downhill towards the launch pad. The sky overhead was clear with cloud cover visible on the mainland and slight groupings apparently down wind.
The 1st stage contained one 28” Skyangle parachute, one SeaPro automatic life jacket, one G-Wizz LC400 deluxe parachute controller and one parachute charge. The G-Wizz was tasked with igniting the 2nd stage motor directly after the inertial detection of 1st stage burn-out and deploying the parachute and life jacket at apogee. The G-Wizz was prepared in a plastic tube with key switch which was intended to be slid in with the fabric components, such that the key switch was accessible through a port. This proved impractical and the switch was removed in favour of trailing twist wires. These were left fully insulated until installed in the pad.
Both stages were equipped with three Daveyfire igniters sandwiched in a block of additional propellant. This was then glued together and the propellant block provided an interference fit in the motor port to support the igniters at the top of the motor. The motors were then installed in the rocket by screwing an eye-bolt through the thrust bearing bulkhead into the threaded motor cap. The slight play around the motor case was removed by shimming the motor with cartridge paper.In the meantime the launch pad and ignition system were assembled in the horizontal position by Mark Gilbert, Angela Gilbert, Evlyn James and Brad Crowder.
As they were completed all three modules were carried down to the launch site. The 2nd stage consisted of the 2nd stage propulsion module and the payload module, a 20” drogue parachute and SeaPro life jacket were packed in the top of the motor module and a 60” Skyangle main parachute was packed in the rear of the payload module. The payload module contained the experimental electronics and an RDAS rocket controller with GPS and Telemetry modules. The RDAS was intended to relay GPS data to the ground and ignite the drogue parachute charge (deploying both the drogue and the life jacket) at apogee and the main parachute charge at 200 metres barometric altitude.
The parachute charges were all identical, 2 grams of black powder contained in plastic pots over-wrapped with layers of tape and ignited by a single Daveyfire igniter. This was primarily evolved for the high altitude 2nd stage drogue parachute charge, but was used for the other two charges as an effective package. The 1st stage was connected directly to the G-Wizz, the two second stage charges were passed through the instrument bulkhead and connected to the RDAS.
The level of preparation required pushed our readiness back to just after 10.00 and an extension was granted by military ATC.
The 1st stage being connected to the installed upper stage.
The payload module and 2nd stage propulsion module were joined next to the launch pad and slid into the horizontal guide. The 2nd stage igniters were connected to the G-Wizz contacts protruding from the 1st stage propulsion module and then the 1st stage was slid (with a paper shim in place) onto the 2nd stage motor. The whole assembly was then slid into the launch pad. The launch pad was raised and in the absence of wind profile data was simply aligned to be within one degree of vertical. In the absence of a bracket to support the rocket off the ground it was lifted by the team to permit the connection of the launch control, this was done by means of a ceramic terminal block. The rocket was placed back with a screw driver to keep it off the ground, but the launch control showed no continuity. So the rocket was lifted again for disconnection.
The launch control was found to have good continuity and was supplying voltage to the pad, the bulb was found to be in error. The rocket was reconnected to ground control and the G-Wizz armed with the twist wires. The RDAS had been armed before rocket elevation as it was not controlling propulsion.
After addressing the spectators and press the launch team proceeded to clear the site and the 1st stage was returned by the recovery boat. The life jacket had successfully functioned as an automatic floatation bag, though the parachute itself appeared to have tangled and not deployed properly. Given the relatively high design descent speed of this stage it had not significantly deviated from the expected landing point.
The 2nd stage motor was found without any life jacket or parachute implying that the payload section retained the drogue, life jacket and main parachute. This section is significantly lighter than the combine 2nd stage and would drift much further eastwards if it was on the parachute alone. The construction, and indeed the manner in which the 2nd stage motor was found, of the payload section should enable it to float even without the life jacket. Given the addition of the life jacket and the parachutes it is hoped it will remain afloat for some considerable time and present a highly visible object likely to be recovered.
CRTB simulation of flight with launch day wind, note 1st stage path in red.
As demonstrated by his frequent appearance in the text and images of the day, Malcolm Mitton was a key member of the launch day team; sadly he passed away only just over a month later. Malcolm was a retired Aerospace Engineer who later in life started his own company which worked on many different things from furnaces, to powder coating systems and industrial solvents / paint strippers. I was fortunate enough to work with him briefly when he first volunteered for Starchaser 8 years or so ago. He continued there and worked with Anthony on a large bi-liquid engine, monopropellant thrusters and a SMART awarded funded peroxide hybrid. He could pretty much get his head around any engineering problem, loved chemistry and playing with making / machining bits in his workshop at home.
When he heard about the upcoming launch of Black Streak he volunteered to help, turning up with his own supply of spare igniters, and made a massive difference to the success of the launch. He will be sadly missed.
A night out with Malcolm (read the label, that wasn't medication...)


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When the lender and/or the home builder subsidized the mortgage by lowering the interest rate during the first few years of the loan. While the payments are initially low, they will increase when the subsidy expires. These are sometimes used to qualify borrowers for a loan amount that they would not otherwise qualify for but will be able to pay in subsequent years as their income increases.
|Debt Consolidation Loan|
A type of loan that allows the borrower to payoff all or a portion of existing debt (including the existing mortgage loan) from loan proceeds.
An index is a widely used published interest rate that lenders use to set the interest rate on loans. 10-year U.S. Treasury securities are often used for 30-year fixed-rate loans. ARM loans are commonly based upon the, one-, three-, and five-year U.S. Treasury security yields; the monthly average interest rate on loans closed by savings and loan institutions; or the monthly average costs-of-funds incurred by savings and loans. Lenders adjust the interest rate up or down on an adjustable rate mortgage by measuring the difference between a current index rate to the ARM interest rate, and adding a margin.
An examination performed by a title company of the public records, including court decisions, to disclose facts concerning the ownership of real estate. The title examiner prepares an Abstract and the title agent prepares a Binder but decisions regarding the legal sufficiency of title or questions requiring legal interpretation must be resolved by a licensed attorney at law.


Because inlet hoses are on the back of the washing machine, one of them leakage can be untracked, causing damage to the floor and machine. To serve your inlet hoses, follow these steps:
Turn off the water supply and disconnect from electricity.
It is always helpful to help you get better access to the washer away from the wall. One person can pull each end of the washer out of the wall.
Remove the connection of the tube on both ends – they should never be tight with hand. When it is loose, then do the work of rubbing water that flows through the tube.
Remove the washers from the connections and if they are defective or the water behind the connection points, then the water appears to be blurred, then change it.
Using pliers, carefully draw the hose filters out of the back of the valve bodies.
Rinse the filter under the running water and, before refund, remove any debris recorded in the valve inlet, make sure that none of it is pushed into the valve. You can use a straight pin to disassemble the filtered dirt or small pieces of sand in the filter.


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So you can’t go to the hairdresser. Why not take the chance to create an entirely new you? Here are some ideas you can try at home: Continue reading Lemonade out of lemons: the new you
If, like Gert, you’ve been out of your usual whirl of cocktail parties, media appearances and clamourings for your advice on all sorts of subjects, you may appreciate this poem Happiness, which popped into our mailbox courtesy of the Paris Review’s Daily Poem service:
At a recent family wedding we needed a poem for a nine year old boy to read on behalf of the groom. The Gert who is a Poet had the inspired idea of this poem by the punk poet, John Cooper Clarke, which hit exactly the right note. The performance was a resounding success. Continue reading John Cooper Clarke
A recent delightful review on the blog His Futile Preoccupations of Elizabeth Jane Howard’s book Getting it Right gives us glimpses into the life of Gavin, the sweet natured, imposed upon, protagonist who also happens to be a hairdresser. We see the missed lunches, the arrogant and lazy salon owner, the clients who vary from pitiable to rudely demanding, and the toll it takes on Gavin to remain calm under all these pressures. (The fact that he lives with his parents who also have to be tip-toed around does not help.) Continue reading The Matisse Stories- A S Byatt
Everyone’s talking about the coronavirus, but life was much more dangerous in the past…. Continue reading Jawfaln, Lethargie and Tissick
What a beautiful book Transit Lounge has created for Carmel Bird’s latest novel. Rich dark red wallpaper on the end papers, and a gold-framed image of Monet’s Field of Poppies in the centre of each page, close ups of red poppies on the cover. One instantly wants to buy it for a gift for those who would appreciate it. And isn’t that everybody? Well maybe not.
In 1949, seventy years ago, Simone de Beauvoir’s The Second Sex was first published, and became famous for the statement, ‘One is not born, but rather becomes a woman.’ The book came out in two volumes, Facts and Myths, and Lived Experience. She made many provocative observations, particularly emphasizing that because of childbirth woman was defined by her biology in a way man never is. ‘What is woman?’ ‘Other.’
I was born by the river in a little tent
Oh and just like the river I’ve been running ev’r since
It’s been a long time coming, a long time coming
But I know a change gonna come, oh yes it will
There have been times that I thought I couldn’t last for long
But now I think I’m able to carry on
It’s been a long time coming
But I know a change is gonna come, oh yes it will
The wonderful voice and sentiments of Sam Cooke can be heard below. I always feel a surge of optimism when I hear this (but I have to disregard the horrible piercing chords at the opening of this recording, but then everything has its down side.)
Do you think we have a little reason for optimism at present? Is a change gonna come?
As our readers know, we are two Gerts. We are the poet, yogini, classical scholar and intrepid bush-walker, and we are also the singing, piano playing, weight lifting lying about, Gert. We are both compulsive readers.
Today, while Gert 1 is in a remote part of Australia leaping from rock to rock, this Gert, Gert 2, is minding the store and taking the opportunity to tell at length about her recent knee operation.


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Since 2012, I have been refining my approach and position in contemporary art, which has been developed in The Netherlands and influenced by my Western Australian upbringing. My approach to my projects is 1) often outside the exhibitions space, 2) multi-disciplinary, with 3) long-term research and development phases. In my curatorial practice, I am committed to engender moments and spaces where intergenerational audiences can come together with art, the various ways such encounters come about, and how temporary communities arise from such a meeting. To clarify, I am defining community as the entanglement of voices that constitute ever-changing spaces of gathering and momentary encounter. I approach the concept of community as one that momentarily emerges within an exhibition context (for example) is continuously fluctuating and redefining itself. The community that I describe may emerge as the assembly of beings, things, and ideas within the artwork, the exhibition, the talk, the walk, the dinner, the excursion, or online and out of sight among others. This has led me to develop a curatorial voice that intertwines the group exhibition format with a strong emphasis on event-based programming and working within diverse organisational contexts from the Biennale to glasshouse, from the observatory to artist-run space.
A common thread in my practice is to deliberately engage in hospitality and reconcile the responsibility of putting exhibitions, texts, talks, events into the world. This is because I am dedicated to exploring and promoting the value and power of art and exhibition to encourage social, political, or cultural change while understanding that change requires time and trust, neither which is given away freely or easily. My work tries to step out of static forms of presentation and to encourage a movement over time and space. The exhibition can be one that moves from place to place or expands over an extended period. This means my work often unfolds gradually over time and tries to move to different locations to explore themes of community, care, companionship. Furthermore, I look to collaborate with other disciplines that offer alternatives views and ways of being in the world to provide an alternative to exhibition-making. Disciplines include psychologists, meditation teachers, composers, poets, translators, architects, academics, and philosophers to name a few. In this way together, within the exhibition and programme, knowledge and experience is exchanged to unpack a possible shared cross-cultural ethic while celebrating difference.
As a curator, I see my role as one that makes room for ideas, voices, and bodies that previously have been left out of the center. I understand the exhibition and program, not to broaden the parameters, but instead decentre it entirely. I am pushed to continually question my work practices through these themes and artistic practices that I engage in as well as my own private life. It can be misunderstood that my curatorial position is idealistic, yet I see it as a passionate engagement with exhibition-making and programming and its ability to bring about an emotional, intellectual, and corporeal connection with art.
On view now: Lexicon of Infinite Movement, co-curated by Eloise and Suzanne Wallinga with artworks by Charlotte Posenenske, Ruth Buchanan and Yeb Wiersma at Kröller-Müller Museum, Otterlo, The Netherlands. Opening 18 May 2019.
Forthcoming: Higher! Higher! Lower, Lower. Louder! Louder! Softer, Softer co-curated by Eloise and Jason Hendrik Hansma with works by Shanta Rao, Liu Chao-tze, & Gwenneth Boelens at Shimmer, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
Forthcoming: Strangers and Those We Hold Dear, curated by Eloise with artworks by Charlotte Posenenske, Katie West, Malin Arnell and Miyeon Lee at MADA Gallery, Melbourne, Australia. Opening 4 October 2019.
Forthcoming: Everybody Knows, Everybody Knows, written by Eloise, edited by Huib Hayes van der Werf and Rosa Velde, Sandberg Insitute Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Release date to be announced.
Recent projects and collaborations are with A Tale of A Tub, Rotterdam; Van Eyck Academie, Maastricht; Stedelijk Museum, Amsterdam; Turning A Blind Eye, São Paulo Biennial; De Appel, Amsterdam; and Political Arts Initiative. She is theory lecturer at the Gerrit Rietveld Academie, Amsterdam and was a researcher at the Van Eyck Academie, Maastricht. She has a Master of Fine Art, School of Missing Studies, Sandberg Institute, Amsterdam and a Master of Art in Arts Management, University of the Arts Utrecht and Open Universities London.
With artist Jason Hendrik Hansma, Eloise is co-founder co-director of Shimmer, an exhibition, events and online platform in the Port of Rotterdam.


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Camilla Cetinkaya to take executive position at Danish arm of company to “shift focus and enable further growth.”
Copenhagen, Denmark-based, water treatment suppliers CM Aqua Technologies has announced that Camilla Cetinkaya is the new Director for the Danish section of CM Aqua.
The company creates corrosion-resistant equipment solutions introduced in saltwater.
“Having Camilla as the Director in our office in Copenhagen will establish a platform for further growth,” said CEO Kurt Carlsen.
Cetinkaya has been with the company for four years. “My motivation is to have happy customers, satisfied with our service and products. Obtain those success parameters with a dedicated team only, and I am here to do my part,” she added.
A part of the Nofitech Holding, CM Aqua has a significant portion of the production facilities located in Germany at a recently build factory near Düsseldorf.


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Despite the fact that the former “Bachelor” Sean Lowe proposed to Catherine Giudici on the season finale of the show, apparently he has tossed her to the side for someone new! Could it be true?
Sean signed up for the latest season of “Dancing With The Stars” and he was said to have had Catherine’s blessing. Apparently, she was giving her blessing to hook up with his professional dance partner Peta Murgatroyd!
Peta talked of her chemistry with Sean and she likes being all sweaty with him. From Life & Style, she talked about her time with Sean. She said, “We’ve got great chemistry. I couldn’t think of a better person to be stuck in a room with, sweating. I think we have the most fun out of any couple.”
Sean complimented Peta, saying, “Look at her – that has to count for votes. My relationship with her continues to evolve and I feel more and more comfortable each day as we dance.”
From the magazine:
The pair have been spending up to nine hours a day in each other’s arms while rehearsing for the hit competition show. And it’s clear that Peta, who split with her boyfriend — fellow DWTS competitor Maksim Chmerkovskiy — in February, shares Sean’s feelings.
Peta added, “I think he’s very sexy. We have the perfect relationship. We look like a great couple together – Ken and Barbie! I’m very passionate about my dancing and when it’s a sex thing, I go all in and I have to think, ‘Maybe I shouldn’t go that far with this partner.'”
What are they hiding?

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Teniya Page, Amari Carter Named To All Big Ten Teams
Lady Lions stars Teniya Page and Amari Carter were recognized Monday afternoon as All Big Ten selections.
— B1G Women's Hoops (@B1Gwbball) February 26, 2018
After averaging 18.1 points per game this season, Page was named to the first team for the second year in a row by the coaches. The media included Page on its second team. This is the third time the junior has been honored as an all-conference selection.
Carter was selected to the conference’s second team by the coaches and named an honorable mention by the media. She averaged 14.4 points per game this season, while tallying the second most steals in the conference with 78.
— Penn State Lady Lion Basketball (@PennStateWBB) February 26, 2018
The duo has led the Lady Lions to a 15-14 record.
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