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Do you need a ride to get a COVID-19 vaccine?
Do you have Medicaid? If yes, we can help!
Florida Medicaid will take you to get the COVID-19 vaccine at no cost. All you need to do is set up a time to get your vaccine. Next, let your Medicaid plan know you need a ride and they will take care of the rest. If you are not enrolled in a plan, call the Medicaid Helpline at 1-877-254-1055 to find out the name and phone number for a transportation service. Schedule your transportation at least three business days before your appointment.
Vaccines for homebound individuals
Homebound individuals in need of a COVID-19 vaccine should complete a survey. In follow-up to the survey, homebound individuals will be contacted by either the Incident Management Team or by Commander McGuire to provide a date and time for their vaccine. Individuals who complete the survey should allow a few days for personnel to contact them.
Residents who do do not have the capability of completing the survey or do not have access to the internet, should call (386) 274-0500, when the line connects, wait for the prompt to push the pound sign (#). This action will direct the call to the Department of Health call center which will connect them to a person who can complete the survey for them. The call center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The survey web address may be accessed 24-hours/7-days a week.
COVID-19 updates: age eligibility decreasing, second dose appointment
Governor DeSantis announced March 25, that the age requirement for eligibility for a COVID-19 vaccine will lower to 40 years of age effective March 29 and to 18 years of age effective April 5. As of March 29, the following groups will be eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine at the Volusia County Fairgrounds, 3150 E. New York Ave, DeLand:
- Long-term care facility residents (accompanied by their guardian, if applicable) and staff;
- Persons 40 years of age and older;
- Health care personnel with direct patient contact; and
- Persons determined by a physician to be extremely vulnerable to COVID-19 (form required).
As of April 5, all individuals 18 years and older are eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine at the Volusia County Fairgrounds.
Appointments continue to be required; to preregister for an appointment, sign up at myvaccine.fl.gov. Individuals may preregister even if they do not meet the current eligibility requirements. Individuals who have previously preregistered are now able to check the status of their registration at myvaccine.fl.gov.
To reduce potential traffic issues and prevent crowing, individuals should not arrive at the Volusia County Fairgrounds for their appointment prior to their scheduled appointment time. Individuals who receive their first dose vaccine at the Volusia County Fairgrounds will not receive a call scheduling a second dose appointment; they should return to the same location on the date written on the back of their vaccination card to receive their second dose. Individuals should arrive at the same time as their first-dose appointment.
For questions, call the Volusia County Citizens Information Center between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at (866) 345-0345. For the latest information regarding COVID-19 in Volusia County visit the Volusia County website.
Places where vaccines may be available:
Halifax Health has been allotted a supply of COVID-19 Pfizer-BioNtech first dose vaccines. If you meet criteria, you are welcome to choose your date/time here. Please note this web site is updated frequently. A new phone line has been set up at (386) 425-VACC (8222). This line is set up for community members who do not have internet access. This line connects to a voice mail box where a community member may leave his/her name and phone number. The community member will then be contacted within two business days to schedule a vaccination appointment. Please note the only time the voicemail box will be turned on to receive patient information is when Halifax Health has an allotment of vaccine and is scheduling appointments.
Those currently eligible for the vaccine per State of Florida guidelines are:
- Healthcare workers
- Florida residents 50 years and older
- Florida residents under 50 years old and deemed immunodeficient by a physician order on the form found here
Governor DeSantis has announced the establishment of four COVID-19 vaccination sites in partnership with the federal government in Miami, Orlando, Tampa and Jacksonville. These sites will open on March 3 and will operate from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days per week. Each site will administer 2,000 vaccines per day. Additionally, each site will have two smaller, mobile satellite sites that will conduct 500 vaccinations per day in underserved areas. Through this hub and spoke model each group of one primary site and two satellite sites will offer 3,000 vaccinations per day.
The federally supported sites are listed below:
Tampa Greyhound Track
755 E. Waters Ave.
Tampa, FL 33604
Valencia College – West Campus
1800 S. Kirkman Road
Orlando, FL 32811
5200 Norwood Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32208
Miami Dade Community College (North Campus)
11380 NW 27th Ave.
Miami, FL 33167
These sites are opening through a partnership between the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), U.S. Department of Defense, the Florida Department of Health, Florida Division of Emergency Management and Florida National Guard. The state will utilize the current preregistration system and work with local community organizations to proactively schedule appointments. To preregister with the statewide system, individuals can either call the designated phone number for their county or visit myvaccine.fl.gov.
On Feb. 23, DeSantis also announced that CVS Health will begin offering COVID-19 vaccinations at 81 select CVS Pharmacy, CVS Pharmacy y más, and Navarro Discount Pharmacy locations in 13 counties across Florida
Vaccine supply for the rollout in Florida, which is sourced directly from the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program, will be approximately 62,000 total weekly doses. Participating CVS Pharmacy, CVS Pharmacy y más, and Navarro Discount Pharmacy locations are in the following counties: Broward (2), Collier (1), Escambia (1), Flagler (1), Hendry (1), Gadsden (1), Hillsborough (1), Manatee (1), Miami-Dade (67), Palm Beach (1), Polk (2), St. Lucie (1), and Volusia (1).
Appointments for vaccinations at the select CVS Health locations will become available for booking later this week as stores receive shipments of vaccine. Patients must register in advance at CVS.com or through the CVS Pharmacy app, and people without online access can contact CVS customer service: (800) 746-7287. Walk-in vaccinations without an appointment will not be provided. As more supply becomes available, CVS Health will expand vaccine access through an increasing number of store locations in additional Florida counties.
FDEM testing continues in New Smyrna Beach
Recognizing the continued utilization of this free service, the Florida Division of Emergency Management has worked with the City of New Smyrna Beach to extend operations at the site until July.
“While progress is being made with COVID-19 vaccines, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention continues to stress the importance of testing,” said Volusia CountyEmergency Management Director Jim Judge. “We’re so thankful to have this continued resource in Volusia County so that those in need can quickly and easily receive a test.”
The site, located at the City Gym, 1000 Live Oak St., New Smyrna Beach, operates from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. The test site offers both self-swab rapid antigen and PCR testing. Results for rapid testing are expected within 15 minutes. There is no age requirement for testing. Insurance information is requested from insured individuals, but patients will not be billed any copay or coinsurance, and those without insurance will be tested free of charge. Appointments are not required, but can be made online to facilitate a faster experience. No symptoms are required for testing.
For more information on COVID-19 testing throughout the county, visit Volusia.org/testing.
Which test is best? The CDC gives some guidance on when to choose which test.
Should i get a vaccine? (Q&A from the CDC)
The vaccine will help protect you from getting COVID-19. If you still get infected after you get vaccinated, the vaccine may prevent serious illness. By getting vaccinated, you can also help protect people around you.
Can the vaccine give me COVID-19? No. None of the COVID-19 vaccines currently authorized for use or in development in the United States use the live virus that causes COVID-19. However, it typically takes a few weeks for the body to build immunity after vaccination. That means it’s possible you could be infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 just before or just after vaccination and get sick.
If I already had COVID-19 and recovered, do I still need to get vaccinated? Yes. CDC recommends that you get vaccinated even if you have already had COVID-19, because you can catch it more than once. While you may have some short-term antibody protection after recovering from COVID-19, we don’t know how long this protection will last.
Can my child get vaccinated for COVID-19? No. More studies need to be conducted before COVID-19 vaccines are recommended for children aged 16 and younger.
Is it safe to get a COVID-19 vaccine if I have an underlying medical condition? Yes. COVID-19 vaccination is especially important for people with underlying health problems like heart disease, lung disease, diabetes, and obesity. People with these conditions are more likely to get very sick from COVID-19.
Is it better to get natural immunity to COVID-19 rather than immunity from a vaccine? No. While you may have some short-term antibody protection after recovering from COVID-19, we don’t know how long this protection lasts. Vaccination is the best protection, and it is safe. People who get COVID-19 can have serious illnesses, and some have debilitating symptoms that persist for months.
Why do I need two COVID-19 shots? Currently authorized vaccines, and most vaccines under development, require two doses of vaccine. The first shot helps the immune system recognize the virus, and the second shot strengthens the immune response. You need both to get the best protection.
Will the shot hurt or make me sick? There may be side effects, but they should go away within a few days. Possible side effects include a sore arm, headache, fever, or body aches. This does not mean you have COVID-19. Side effects are signs that the vaccine is working to build immunity. If they don’t go away in a week, or you have more serious symptoms, call your doctor.
Are there long-term side effects from COVID-19 vaccine? Because all COVID-19 vaccines are new, it will take more time and more people getting vaccinated to learn about very rare or possible long-term side effects. The good news is, at least 8 weeks’ worth of safety data were gathered in the clinical trials for all the authorized vaccines, and it’s unusual for vaccine side effects to appear more than 8 weeks after vaccination.
How do I know if COVID-19 vaccine is safe? All COVID-19 vaccines were tested in clinical trials involving tens of thousands of people to make sure they meet safety standards and protect adults of different ages, races, and ethnicities. There were no serious safety concerns. CDC and the FDA will keep monitoring the vaccines to look for safety issues after they are authorized and in use.
How do I report problems or bad reactions after getting a COVID-19 vaccine? I am encouraging all recipients who receive the vaccine to enroll in v-safe. This is a smartphone tool you can use to tell CDC if you have any side effects after getting a COVID-19 vaccine. If you report serious side effects, someone from CDC will call to follow up. I will give you instructions for how to enroll.
Visit Florida's COVID-19 Data and Surveillance Dashboard
Information from the Florida Department of Health.
Information from the Center for Disease Control.
Volusia County Public Information Network.
Information from Volusia County Schools.
City of Deltona Closures & Cancellations:
City Of Deltona offices and buildings are open to the public. Six-feet social distancing is required inside all buildings. This includes Deltona City Hall and Deltona Water.
Deltona Parks & Recreation has moved into Phase 2 of access to City Parks. Not only are parks open for passive recreation, but amenities including playgrounds, tennis courts, ball fields and restrooms are now open. Pavilions are open for reservations for groups of 10 people or less. The Deltona Parks & Recreation Office located at City Hall remains closed. Residents can still apply and pay for park permits online.
Additional cancellations, closures and other information:
- All Council on Aging Activities at The Center at Deltona have been cancelled. Meals on Wheels will continue as usual. For information on meal delivery, please visit their website.
- Superstar Student designations will resume in 2021 as video presentations.
The City of Deltona will continue to evaluate the COVID-19 situation and provide updates as warranted. The City is committed to protecting our community and to ensuring the safety of all residents, visitors and City personnel. We strongly encourage residents to avoid nonessential gatherings, practice good hygiene (hand washing etc.), and exercise preventative actions.
City Commission approves resolution emphasizing importance of face coverings:
On July 7, the Deltona City Commission approved a resolution (No. 2020-47) emphasizing the importance of wearing face coverings in all indoor locations, and at outdoor locations where social distancing is not possible throughout the City of of Deltona in order to minimize the spread of COVID-19.
There are exceptions to the resolution:
- Children under 2-years-old.
- People observing social distancing in accordance with CDC guidelines.
- People who have existing health conditions that would be impaired by wearing a face covering.
- People working in a business or profession who don’t interact with others.
- People who work in a business or profession who maintain social distance from others.
- People who work in a business or profession where a face covering would prevent them from performing the duties of their job.
- People who are exercising while maintaining social distancing.
- People who are eating and drinking.
- Public safety personnel, as their personal protective equipment are governed by their respective agencies.
- Those who need to communicate with someone who is hearing-impaired.
What to do if you are sick?
Watch the Florida Department of Health video on what to expect if you think you've been exposed to COVID-19. For any other questions related to COVID-19 in Florida, please contact the Department's dedicated COVID-19 Call Center by calling 1-(866) 779-6121 or emailing COVIDemail@example.com. The Call Center is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
City of Deltona's Executive Order: Emergency Resolution 2020-16
AN EMERGENCY RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELTONA, FLORIDA DECLARING A STATE OF LOCAL EMERGENCY ESTABLISHING COVID-19 RESPONSE PROTOCOL AND DIRECTS PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY.
WHEREAS, Florida Statutes, authorize the City of Deltona to declare a state of local emergency, to enable certain emergency management powers, and to waive the procedures and formalities otherwise required of political subdivisions by law; and
WHEREAS, a state of local emergency is allowed for seven (7) days with appropriate extensions pursuant to law; and.
WHEREAS, on March 1, 2020 the Honorable Ron DeSantis, Governor of the State of Florida, issued Executive Order Number 20-51 declaring a state of emergency in the State of Florida establishing Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) response protocol and declaring a public health emergency; and
WHEREAS, COVID-19 is a severe acute respiratory illness that can spread among humans through respiratory transmission and presents with symptoms similar to those of influenza; and
WHEREAS, in late 2019, a new and significant outbreak of COVID-19 emerged in China; and
WHEREAS, the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a Public Health Emergency of International Concern; and
WHEREAS, in response to the recent COVID-19 outbreak in China, Iran, Italy and South Korea, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ("CDC") has deemed it necessary to prohibit or restrict non-essential travel to or from those countries; and
WHEREAS, in response to the recent COVID-19 outbreak in Japan, the CDC has advised older travelers and those with chronic medical conditions to avoid nonessential travel and all travelers to exercise enhanced precautions; and
WHEREAS, the CDC currently recommends community preparedness and everyday prevention measures be taken by all individuals and families in the United States, including voluntary home isolation when individuals are sick with respiratory symptoms, covering coughs and sneezes with a tissue and disposal of the tissue immediately thereafter, washing hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers with 60%-95% alcohol if soap and water are not readily available and routinely cleaning frequently touched surfaces and objects to increase community resilience and readiness for responding to an outbreak; and
WHEREAS, the State of Florida has 12,350 confirmed cases now, and Volusia County has 151 potential coronavirus cases; and
WHEREAS, the CDC currently recommends mitigation measures in communities with COVID-19 cases, including avoiding gatherings, staying at home when sick, keeping away from others who are sick and staying at home when a household member is sick with respiratory disease symptoms or if instructed to do so by public health officials or a health care provider; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary and appropriate to take action to ensure that COVID-19 remains controlled and that residents and visitors in Florida remain safe and secure;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELTONA, FLORIDA:
In accordance with the powers vested in the City pursuant to Florida Statutes, and the City of Deltona's Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, the City of Deltona does hereby proclaim the existence of a state of local emergency in the City of Deltona, Florida, as identified above.
Pursuant to the City of Deltona's Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, the Interim City Manager is authorized to take all actions necessary and appropriate to protect human life and property including promulgation of rules and orders as may be necessary subject to limitations of Florida Statutes. This Resolution further authorizes the Interim City Manager to utilize all lawful authority granted to the City of Deltona by Federal, State, County, or City Emergency Management Laws, Rules, Regulations, Orders and Florida Statutes, inclusive, and the City of Deltona's Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, including, but not limited to imposing a curfew if deemed necessary, and to adjust city employee work schedules as appropriate.
All existing laws, ordinances, and rules inconsistent with the provisions of Florida Statutes, inclusive, or inconsistent with any rule or order specifically promulgated under this Resolution shall be suspended during this period of time and to the extent that such conflict exists.
The Interim City Manager may suspend, toll or extend the time requirements, notice requirements and deadlines for final action on applications for permits, licenses, rates and other approvals under the Deltona Code of Ordinances, to the extent necessary to accommodate the emergency.
Pursuant to Florida Statutes, the City hereby exercises its authority and waives the procedures and formalities otherwise required of a political subdivision by law, pertaining to:
• Performance of public work and taking whatever prudent action is necessary to ensure the health, safety and welfare of the community;
• Entering into contracts;
• Incurring obligations;
• Employment of permanent and temporary workers;
• Utilization of volunteer workers;
• Rental of equipment;
• Acquisition and distribution, with or without compensation, of supplies, materials, and facilities; and
• Appropriation of expenditure of public funds.
The Interim City Manager shall, to the extent reasonably possible, follow CDC and the Florida Department of Health guidelines in procuring services, materials, labor and equipment necessary to respond to the emergency, including recovery efforts. The Interim City Manager shall abide by the "Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements" for federal awards, codified at 2 C.P.R. F.S. 200.317 through 200.326.
Any person violating any rule or order issued pursuant to this Resolution or any person who willfully fails or refuses to comply with the order or orders of any duly authorized law enforcement officer or personnel charged with the responsibility for the enforcement of such orders shall, upon conviction therefore, be punished as provided by Florida Statutes, and by such other laws as may be applicable to the offense.
The continued state of local emergency declared by this Resolution may be modified in whole or in part or may be terminated at any time upon a vote of a majority of a quorum of the Deltona City Commission. This Resolution shall remain in effect for seven days but due to the seriousness of COVID-19, the Interim City Manager in consultation with the Chief of the Fire Department may extend this state of local emergency for three additional 7-day periods until the state of emergency is lifted by either Volusia County or the State of Florida.
If any provision of this Resolution is invalidated by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity shall not affect the remaining provisions of this Resolution, which shall have the full force and effect of law.
DONE AND ORDERED in the City of Deltona, Volusia County, Florida, this 6th day of April 2020, effective as of 6:37 p.m.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DELTONA, FLORIDA THIS 6th Day of April 2020.
By Heidi K. Herzberg, Mayor of Deltona


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POINTS OF INTEREST
The octagonal Baptistery is one of the supreme monuments of the Italian Romanesque style and one of Florence's oldest structures. It's been given new luster, as a years'-long restoration of the facade was completed in autumn 2015. Local legend has it that it was once a Roman temple dedicated to Mars (it wasn't), and modern excavations suggest that its foundations date from the 1st century AD. The round Romanesque arches on the exterior date from the 11th century, and the interior dome mosaics from the beginning of the mid-13th century are justly renowned, but—glittering beauties though they are—they could never outshine the building's famed bronze Renaissance doors decorated with panels crafted by Lorenzo Ghiberti. These doors—or at least copies of them—on which Ghiberti worked most of his adult life (1403–52) are on the north and east sides of the Baptistery, and the Gothic panels on the south door were designed by Andrea Pisano (circa 1290–1348) in 1330. Ghiberti's original doors were removed to protect them from the effects of pollution and acid rain and have been beautifully restored. Ghiberti's north doors depict scenes from the life of Christ; his later east doors (dating 1425–52), facing the Duomo facade, render scenes from the Old Testament. Both merit close examination, for they are very different in style and illustrate the artistic changes that marked the beginning of the Renaissance. Look at the far right panel of the middle row on the earlier (1403–24) north doors (Jesus Calming the Waters). Ghiberti here captured the chaos of a storm at sea with great skill and economy, but the artistic conventions he used are basically pre-Renaissance: Jesus is the most important figure, so he is the largest; the disciples are next in size, being next in importance; the ship on which they founder looks like a mere toy.
The exquisitely rendered panels on the east doors are larger, more expansive, more sweeping—and more convincing. The middle panel on the left-hand door tells the story of Jacob and Esau, and the various episodes of the story—the selling of the birthright, Isaac ordering Esau to go hunting, the blessing of Jacob, and so forth—have been merged into a single beautifully realized street scene. Ghiberti's use of perspective suggests depth: the background architecture looks far more credible than on the north-door panels, the figures in the foreground are grouped realistically, and the naturalism and grace of the poses (look at Esau's left leg and the dog next to him) have nothing to do with the sacred message being conveyed. Although the religious content remains, the figures and their place in the natural world are given new prominence, and are portrayed with a realism not seen in art since the fall of the Roman Empire nearly a thousand years before.
As a footnote to Ghiberti's panels, one small detail of the east doors is worth a special look. To the lower left of the Jacob and Esau panel, Ghiberti placed a tiny self-portrait bust. From either side, the portrait is extremely appealing—Ghiberti looks like everyone's favorite uncle—but the bust is carefully placed so that you can make direct eye contact with the tiny head from a single spot. When that contact is made, the impression of intelligent life—of modern intelligent life—is astonishing. It's no wonder that these doors received one of the most famous compliments in the history of art from an artist known to be notoriously stingy with praise: Michelangelo declared them so beautiful that they could serve as the Gates of Paradise.

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Today is the International Day of Happiness, but what exactly is it I hear you ask?
It’s a day to be happy, of course! It all began in 2013 when the United Nations declared a dedicated day to recognise the importance of happiness in the lives of people around the world. The day is also about highlighting the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, a global plan of action that, if achieved, will lead to the well-being of all people across the world. These 17 interlinked goals, adopted by the 193 Member States of the United Nations, protect our people and our planet so that everyone, no matter where they live, can live their happiest lives.
Last year I created a short spoken word film called ‘Climate Change: Our Impending Global Crisis’ for the Film4Climate competition run by the World Bank Group and the United Nations. My aim was to highlight some of the small things you can do in your life that can really make a difference and help bring worldwide happiness. I hope you like it:
Also worth reading is the United Nations ‘Lazy person’s guide to Saving the World‘ which explains what you can do from your sofa, home and/or office.
You can join the Action for Happiness movement by making a pledge here. You get a free Happiness Guidebook which is a great tool for figuring out what truly makes you happy.
Please share this and lets help make the world a happier place.


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RATP Dev survey highlights global passenger demand for improved public transport
RATP Dev’s survey highlights the value that passengers place on public transport for its cost-effectiveness, speed and social impact, while also providing valuable insights for RATP Dev to adapt its services in response to evolving needs.
Credit: RATP Dev
RATP Dev has announced the results of a major international survey, revealing that passengers worldwide are seeking more accessible, faster and less crowded public transport. The survey, conducted as part of RATP Dev’s commitment to meeting passenger expectations, emphasises the importance of safety, convenience, accessibility and sustainability. These findings underscore the crucial role of public transport in addressing climate change, enhancing quality of life, and connecting communities.
Francine Velthuizen, Marketing and Innovation Director of RATP Dev, said: “We are thrilled to share the insights from our Global Public Transport Passenger Survey. These findings will guide us in delivering leading passenger experiences and continuously improving their comfort and ease of access to world class public transport.”
RATP Dev‘s Welcome programme, which is designed to prioritise passenger satisfaction, aligns with the survey results by tailoring its approach to each specific network. The company’s operations encompass a wide range of transportation modes, including subway, bus, tram and urban or intercity rail lines, spanning various locations worldwide.
Through collaboration with organising authorities, RATP Dev’s teams continuously strive to improve network efficiency, promote sustainable practices and prioritise the wellbeing and preferences of passengers.
In partnership with Kantar, the comprehensive survey involved 7,930 interviews across 11 countries, emphasising the critical role of public transport across markets, even in regions dominated by car ownership. Passengers value public transport for its cost-effectiveness, speed, social impact and contribution to a better quality of life.
Furthermore, the survey revealed that public transport is considered to be a more effective means of reducing the ecological impact of transportation compared to electric cars. Approximately 45% of respondents supported public transport in this regard, while only 36% expressed similar support for electric cars. In addition, respondents in cities such as London and Hong Kong highlighted how public transport opens up the city and enables quick and efficient travel, respectively.
The survey also highlighted distinct priorities between regular and occasional public transport users. However, both groups emphasised the importance of comfort and convenience. Regular passengers desired reliable internet access during their journeys to maximise productivity, while occasional users prioritised convenient and economical pay-as-you-go passes.
RATP Dev will leverage the survey findings to enhance the customer experience, refine services and adapt to evolving passenger needs.
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United Kingdom, 2019 / TBC
Take time to mingle with the filmmakers themselves between showings and then cheer them on at our awards ceremony, where we’ll be celebrating the best film, best director, best screenplay, best performer and the coveted ‘Wasteland Wanderer award’ celebrating the wild card film of the night.
The day culminates in the first public showing of Pastel Wasteland’s debut feature film “I Am An Addict”. A harrowing and gruesome horror anthology film, this is sure to both terrify and entertain you. Come and celebrate the efforts of the local film community during the presentation of this feature film effort.
To have the chance to see your short film on the big screen, submission details can be found at www.filmfreeway.com/PWFF


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‘Wacky’ is a particularly ugly word when considering the merits of a comedy film. Much like it’s sinister cousin ‘suspense’, it’s an adjective which has become detrimental to itself, leaving one to assume that something regarded as ‘wacky’ is, by it’s very nature, anything but. This is a major problem not only when marketing films, but also reviewing them.
I Love You, Phillip Morris is a ‘wacky’ film, but it’s all the better for it! Staring death in the face after a car accident, Virginian cop Steven Russell (emblematised by Jim Carrey) decides to break the social taboos and step out of the closet. Leaving his job, wife and kid behind, he uses his gift of the gab to become a full-time con artist as a means of affording the gay life of luxury he has longed for. Caught in the act, he leaves behind the, fast cars, dazzling clothes and questionable sun tans for a cosy prison cell, where by chance he meets the love of his life, the sensitive inmate Phillip Morris (a highlighted, comfortably camp Ewan McGregor). Assuring Phillip that ‘everything is gonna be ok’, Steven is in and out of the prison like clockwork, trying to scam up enough money for the two to unite beyond the prison bars and live happily ever after.
What is so fantastic about Glenn Ficarra and John Requa’s offbeat comedy is that it deals with the gay relationship at it’s centre so tender and nonchalantly that it is devoid from any sense of wackiness. Instead, the filmmaking pair provide a sour witted script which enables their central actors’ talents to give their best performances in years. For Carrey, he is able to meddle together his libido and rubber faced tendencies to spectacularly camp and incorrigibly corrupt effect, and McGregor is mesmerising as the virtuously poised Bonnie to his Clyde.
Losing grip of it’s preposterously funny subject in the final thirty minutes, I Love You, Phillip Morris is nevertheless a ride worth experiencing. Trashy, corny and – you’ve guessed it – wacky, but what else would you expect from this extraordinary, stranger than fiction tale?


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Dobles con sibuxThis photo was shot on film. Taken by deprofundis with a Lomography La Sardina loaded with Lomography X-Pro Chrome 100 (35mm) film in La Punta del Hidalgo, Tenerife, Spain. These tags describe this photo: lomocanariensis, doubles, sibux, deprofundis, filmswap, swap, backlighting, sunset, figures, people, and sky. Date: 2012-07-31. Time: Dusk. This photo can also be found in the album Dobles con sibux =).
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All pieces will be sold. Proceeds benefit multiple local art based charities. Suggestions for possible recipients are appreciated!
5 Pass Artist: Casey Figueroa E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.org â€œLikeâ€? me on Facebook and Subscribe on YouTube @ Futuractiv Description: In this piece, I used an abstract representation of the 5 passenger seating capacity found inside of the 2011 Scion tC.
Highway Trance Artist: Jamie Castaneda E-mail: email@example.com Web Site: jamiec08.deviantart.com Description: In my painting I have illustrated two features of the 2011 Scion tC. I have featured the 300 watt sound system that produces powerful sound for your ears. I also featured the incredible 31 MPG for highway driving
Free Ride Artist: Brad Smith E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.org Web Site: Bradfordsmithart.com Description: Illuminated by the consoles warm glow and the hypnotizing tunes, a couple spends this moment to go off into a place where they are carefree.
Fifth Installment Artist: Alyssa Ellison E-mail: email@example.com Web Site: Description: In 1979, Warhol was commissioned by BMW to paint a Group 4 race version of the elite supercar BMW M1 for the fourth installment in the BMW Art Car Project. My piece is an interpretation of this Andy Warhol piece using the Scion tC because of itâ€™s new aggressive look.
Translucent Artist: Jeff Berman E-mail: Oakstreetart@aol.com Web Site: www.lostinart.biz Description: I love the look of the 2011 tC and didnâ€™t want to alter itâ€™s appearance with a painting. I decided to take my favorite angles of the car along with the most important features to me and make them the focal point of my piece. I also read about pure price and the translucent sales process at Scion and thought it would be perfect to use transparency film as the base of my painting.
Dirty Diana Artist: Malcolm Trotter E-mail: Optimistleader1@yahoo.com Web Site: Malcolmtrotter.com Description: This piece depicts the passive aggressive beast hidden under the composed clean exterior of the 2011 tC. Almost each color in the painting represents an element in our senses that the tC is able to stimulate. The hard personality makes itself apparent through a display of sight (look), sound (speakers), and feel (horsepower).
What A Girl Wants Artist: Mimi Bogale E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.org Web Site: Description: In the painting, the girl longs for a powerful relationship that is fulfilling. She searches high and low for this connection but she is not satisfied. To her surprise, she finds a connection with 2011 Scion tC. Sheâ€™s captivated by the 180 horsepower engine and her heart is won. We all long for a relationship that is fulfilling and meaningful in a partner, and this is also true for our relationship with our cars.
300 Watts Artist: Casey Figueroa E-mail: email@example.com “Like” me on Facebook and Subscribe on YouTube @ Futuractiv Description: My piece is an abstract representation of the 8 speaker 300 watt sound system found in the 2011 Scion tC.
The Stone Lullaby Artist: Ricardo Cisneros E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.org Web Site: Myspace.com/fluxspace Description: Cursed by Athena, the once beautiful maiden know as Medusa now lurks in darkness. It is not her gaze that powers the fears of men but her sweet lullaby. It is believed that she lures the bold and the strong, with projected melody that emanates from her head tendrils and out the speakers at the ends. It is the corruption within the listener that succumbs ultimately to the stone slumber. For such a sweet melody is meant for the purest heart.
Everybody’s Gotta Learn Sometime! Artist: Malcolm Trotter E-mail: email@example.com Web Site: malcolmtrotter.com Description: This piece represents the composed side of the 2011 tC. It is the mild mannered suit that “The Machine” exhibits on the showroom floor, but is also prepared to be as wild as the imagination of the driver who desires it’s championship.
We Own The Night Artist: David Gorman E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.org Description, from left to right: The piece as a whole represents two tattooed arms coming together to form a Scion symbol with their hands. The triple C’s on the boom box represents the 300 watt sound system in roman numerals. Just to the right, there’s an old school gas pump. On the top, I have the gas mileage, street and highway, on the sign. I used rays coming off the gas pump to show a divinity there; an idea that this generation consumes more fuel than no other. To the right of that, I painted a standard 18” 2011 TC alloy wheel. Next is a drive-in movie theatre showing the back of the scion (making headroom look visible and roomy) and the movie playing. "Take on the Machine" is the new slogan of scion and used in all the marketing, so I decided to have the movie showing Godzilla vs. a robot, literally taking on the machine. Using the “Price is Right" "S" on the sleeve I was able to display the dollar amount of the TC ($18,995) in roman numerals. Lastly, the elephant trunk was used to represent the trunk space. (14.7cu. inches) drawn in roman numeral in the space between the loops in the trunk..
Eighty Eight Point Four Artist: Megan Flanders E-mail: Mflanders@gmail.com Web Site: ManicCeramic.com Description: In my piece, you will find 88.4 circles which serve as an abstract translation of the passenger cargo volume found in the 2011 Scion tC.
Thank You! All pieces will be sold. Proceeds benefit multiple local art based charities. Suggestions for possible recipients are appreciated! For more information on future events and photos from this event. Join us on Facebook @ www.Facebook.com/Scionsantamonica


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New York opera star to appear in Wilmington Friday night
WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - Acclaimed New York soprano Nikoleta Rallis grew up in Wrightsville Beach. After attending Oberlin Conservatory in Ohio, she moved to New York City in 2010 to study and expand her career.
For the past few years, Rallis has impressed audiences all over the world and in premiere venues in the United States with her beautiful voice.
She is equally at home with major operatic roles as well as music from the American theatre. Friday night, she brings her talent home to Wilmington's Thalian Hall.
"I am so excited, I am so excited to finally come back to my hometown to perform in concert," Rallis said.
And she is not coming home alone. The concert at Thalian Hall will also feature international piano virtuoso Aza Sydykov.
Rallis and Sydykov have been in the area for the week getting ready for the Friday night event. While she is well known for her opera presentations, the concert will feature a variety of music.
Additionally, there will be a special guest on stage with Rallis Friday evening - her father, Michael Rallis.
Michael Rallis has been a physician in Burgaw for 36 years and has enjoyed the opportunity to be part of some major stage musicals and opera performances.
He is especially happy and excited to be included in Nikoleta's first concert in Wilmington.
"I have been blessed to have many opportunities to perform here in Wilmington and around the country with many great artists, but this little girl, we have seen here grow up here at the house," Michael Rallis said. "She is talented, pursued her career, worked hard and has become a fantastic singer and the time is right for us to come together and let Wilmington hear something spectacular."
Friday night's concert will begin at 7:30 in Thalian Hall.
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text: Cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) are major health problems world-wide and in the United States. It is estimated 10 to 20 million American people have non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), which can lead to cirrhosis. HCC is the second cause of cancer death world-wide, and the fastest growing cause of cancer death in the United States. MRI can provide information such as fat quantification, iron quantification in the liver, as well as liver stiffness estimation by MR elastography. Early and accurate diagnosis of HCC is critical for improved outcome of this deadly disease. Non-invasive diagnosis of chronic liver diseases and HCC are indispensable in hepatology practice. Current epidemiology of liver disease and how MRI can help liver patients’ management will be discussed.

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We are the combination of four hospitals: the General Hospital, the Children’s Hospital, the Women’s Hospital and the Traumatology, Rehabilitation and Burns Hospital. We are part of the Vall d’Hebron Barcelona Hospital Campus: a world-leading health park where healthcare plays a crucial role.
Below we will list the departments and units that form part of Vall d’Hebron Hospital and the main diseases that we treat. We will also make recommendations based on advice backed up by scientific evidence that has been shown to be effective in guaranteeing well-being and quality of life.
We will guide you from your first visit to the centre, allowing you to find all the departments and make the most of our facilities. Whatever the reason for your visit, we will explain how to get about the hospital.
At the Hepatology Department, we focus primarily on treating patients with liver disease, both those hospitalised on our ward and in outpatient care and interconsultations.
In addition to treating patients with liver diseases, the Hepatology Service also collaborates intensively in the liver transplant program together with the Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery and the Digestive System Transplant Services. Moreover, we collaborate with the Gastrointestinal Unit of the Digestive System Service in taking care of hepatic patients with gastrointestinal bleeding, and in the control of haemophilic patients from the Haemophilic Unit.
The Hepatology Department is part of the Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR) with its own research group, the Hepatic Diseases Group. We are involved in clinical, basic and experimental research in liver diseases.
We also carry out significant teaching activity, with members of the Department involved in teaching medical residents (tutorials); medical degree teaching from fourth to sixth year; postgraduate teaching (doctoral theses) after the residency, as well as providing research fellowships and continuing education.
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How does a Maine senator’s retirement affect the re-election chances of a senator all the way across the country in Utah?
One of Utah Sen. Orrin Hatch’s main arguments for re-election was that if the conservative lost his seat, Maine’s moderate Olympia Snowe would take his place as the top Republican on the Senate Finance Committee, which oversees taxes, Social Security and Medicare, The Salt Lake Tribune
Snowe’s retirement “absolutely” shatters that worry, Dan Liljenquist, one of Hatch’s GOP rivals, told the paper. “I think Olympia Snowe recognizes we need a new generation of leaders in this country. The United States Senate is and always has been larger than one person.”
But Hatch’s campaign manager, Dave Hansen, scoffs at the idea that Snowe’s departure will hurt Hatch’s re-election campaign. Her status was only “a minor argument,” he told the Tribune. “Does it affect our race? No, not really. But you always hate to see a Republican senator retiring. That’s too bad she is leaving.”
Hatch, Utah’s longest-serving senator, faces two Republican challengers — Liljenquist and Rep. Chris Herrod. They both question his conservative credentials. Unless one of the troika gains 60 percent support from delegates at April’s state GOP convention, the top two will fight it out in a primary.
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In mature markets, disposable diaper and feminine hygiene products have reached market saturation. Since consumers of these products expect reliable absorption and no leakage, their purchase decisions are now based on other differentiating factors, such as scent and softness—but also thinness. Thinner products with less bulk, waste and store shelf space requirements are appealing for both consumers and retailers. While there are many ways to reduce the thickness of a diaper, the most impactful is reducing the fluff pulp amount. As the demand grows for thinner diapers with less pulp, maintaining the integrity of the absorbent core while reducing fluff percentage becomes more challenging.
As fluff pulp is reduced, the task of holding the core together and in place rests largely with the adhesive. But the same adhesive choice, amount and application used when the superabsorbent polymer (SAP) and fluff ratio is 50/50, will not perform as effectively when the SAP/fluff ratio is changed to 70/30 or an even a more disparate ratio.
In fact, there is no single global adhesive solution for all core designs and performance measures. Nor is this panacea even possible given the ever-changing range of design variations, substrates and test parameters. That’s why a holistic approach—one that takes into consideration all of the issues involved in a product’s makeup or system—is necessary to create an adhesive solution based on the final core design that will optimize core integrity performance.
The Challenges of “Thin”
The goal for many in the disposable hygiene industry is to produce a thinner diaper that looks like underwear. In order to successfully achieve this, the disposable product requires a non-bulky (or thin) core. To some, “thin core” means reduced core fluff. To others, it equates to fluff free.
When the amount of fluff is reduced in the core, SAP is increased. It’s important to note that a key function of fluff is keeping SAP in place. Hence, removing fluff minimizes the ability to control SAP positioning in the core and to control SAP gel blocking, potentially changing the entire absorbent system of a diaper. It also may change the overall shape and dimensions of the diaper, which will impact fit. When changing the core, alterations in the stretch engine or elastic legs (two other key adhesively bonded applications) may be required.
The Core as a System
The core of a diaper is a dynamic, complex composite of many individual components that must work together as a system in order to function properly. As shown in Figure 1, each component has specific tasks to fulfill in order for the core to enable the diaper to achieve its main goal: keep the wearer feeling dry and comfortable.
As with any dynamic system, when one component is altered, it can impact the performance of each of the other components. For optimal overall performance, producers and suppliers must look at the core system in a holistic manner. The absorbent core—that blend of SAP and fluff in the middle of the diaper or pad—is only one aspect of what performs the absorption function in the diaper.
To achieve thinner cores, a producer is likely to think first of changing the ratio of SAP and fluff (reducing fluff). With a holistic approach, the next step is to assess how that change will affect all the other components that contribute to the absorption distribution layer (ADL): the core wrap, topsheet material, adhesives, etc.
The Role of Adhesives
While suppliers of layer materials, films and nonwovens for backsheets and topsheets are making strides in adapting their products to meet the demand for thinner cores, adhesives are also undergoing innovative changes that enable disposable hygiene product producers to more effectively use these emerging material innovations. Adhesives can perform a number of functions in the core area. If a core wrap is used, adhesives can be added to seal the wrap and prevent SAP migration. They can also be used to bond the layers of the core: ADL to core and core to backsheet. The extent of adhesive use also depends on geographical location.
While some adhesives may not contribute directly to core or absorption (e.g., wetness indicators and elastic attachment adhesives), they do impact and contribute to the entire system. The system cannot work well, with good fit and liquid containment, without the reliable performance of adhesives throughout the product.
The quality of core integrity is generally gauged by how well the core performs when the SAP fluff pad is wet. However, as we take a more holistic approach, we want to move beyond considering that core integrity is important only when the fluff is wet. We also need to learn how the core behaves when the wearer is moving because the core needs to remain in one piece.
Cracking and shifting allow leakage. Even if the core cracks or shifts while dry, the SAP powder may gather in one region instead of spreading evenly within the crotch section, so it won’t be able to perform properly when wet. Finally, it is important to confirm that the core can retain the fluid within the core wrap, therefore that this important part of the system is properly sealed. Figure 2 illustrates these three key aspects of core integrity.
Testing Core Performance
No single industry standard lab test method exists to measure core integrity or the stability of the fluff/SAP distribution within the diaper core. Today’s tests range from using simple tools to complex equipment, and from acquiring quantitative to qualitative results. Most of the market focuses on testing core integrity directly by exerting force on the diaper to observe for core cracking as a measure of how well the core stays in place within the diaper. The force is generally some type of mechanical spinning, shaking or swinging after the diaper is made wet for a specified length of time. While these tests may provide some measure of quantitative data, they do not reflect the realities of the abuse that the core endures before the insult. In addition, they often require some sort of cumbersome equipment.
Considering that, Bostik’s Nonwoven global business unit has created a comprehensive yet simple-to-implement test method to evaluate performance. The Conditioned Core Cracking Test recognizes the validity of shaking a core to evaluate its integrity, as well as testing when the core is wet. A new element is included as well: preconditioning and testing a dry core, or “conditioned core cracking.”
A “crack” is a separation in the core. With a core crack, a second insult will not be well absorbed. Instead, the liquid will go into the crack that has been created and likely leak out of the diaper. As part of the overall core integrity, it is important to evaluate bond strength in wet conditions to ensure that the core wrap stays properly sealed and is ready to overcome volume variations due to SAP swelling.
While core integrity plays a powerful role in absorption performance, good core integrity results don’t automatically equal good absorption performance. It is important to differentiate between core integrity tests and absorption performance. Absorption performance also must be closely evaluated as part of a holistic approach. To ensure performance, manufacturers must evaluate:
• Acquisition—how fast liquid can be absorbed under pressure
• Distribution—how well the entire core is utilized after acquisition
• Rewet—how effective is the core at keeping wetness away from the skin under pressure
• Wicking—how far can liquid be transported within the core
The Status of Fluff Free
For nearly the last decade, the topic of fluff-free diapers has been at the forefront of the trends and dynamics of the diaper market. Many large diaper manufacturers have described concepts around fluff-free cores and have patented intellectual property (IP). These patents are indicative of the main issues with a fluff-free core: increased movement of the SAP particles, and less diffusion of the liquid or less availability of absorbing capacity for multiple insults (gel blocking).
The crowded IP landscape reveals a variety of methods aimed at immobilizing SAP. Approaches identified include adhesive-bonded designs, alternate bonding method designs, pre-made core solutions (on a roll), absorbent ADLs, and many others.
In collaboration with BASF, Bostik has developed an approach that achieves the necessary SAP immobilization and fluid management results with an SAP and adhesive system. It addresses the issue of SAP movement and diffusion of fluids by creating discrete pockets of SAP on the core laminate. While there are only a small number of fluff-free designs on the market today, acceleration in the number of IP published and in the communication suggests that there is more to come.
Adhesive Choice is Key
As the thin core trend grows and spreads across the global market, it is critical that producers and suppliers adopt a holistic approach in answering the demand. Key to that is the role that adhesives play. In order to achieve the best results, producers need a variety of adhesive options to choose from. In the end, core design and performance expectations determine the adhesive that will generate best results for the entire core system.
Editor's note: All images courtesy of Bostik.
Fluff vs. SAP
Most cores on the market today contain about half fluff and half SAP. Reducing the amount of fluff to 30% or 40% will make a noticeably thinner product. With the current core-forming systems in use today, it’s possible that a ratio of 70% SAP to 30% fluff can be reached.
Machine suppliers are also offering new systems that achieve an 80% SAP:20% fluff ratio. But a SAP ratio of more than 80% cannot be achieved with the technology that is currently available to the broader market. Increasing the SAP ratio above that 80% mark requires overcoming that technology gap—the same gap that currently is inhibiting the creation of entirely fluff-free cores.

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This cat pouch hoodie is the perfect sweatshirt for you as a cat lover. Unlike all those boring, regular hoodies not made with animals in mind, this sweatshirt also features sewn-on ears and paw pads to complete the proud animal-lover look.
Of course, the real breakthrough is in the pouch. Anticipating that some cats are prone to shed, the perfectly pet-sized pocket includes a removable lining for easy cleaning.
Sewn-on ears and paw pads
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Heading into the Dec. 21 game against Amherst, Swede head coach Scott Carlin said the Broncos were certainly not a team Gothenburg would look past.
“They have a lot of speed, a lot of get up and go,” he said. “They like to take long outside shots and let the big guy clean things up so we need to be sure to limit those opportunities.”
The Broncos came out and immediately took the Swedes to task, nabbing a first-quarter 16-11 lead.
Gothenburg hung with the Broncos, heading to the locker room at the half trailing 29-24.
Amherst came out firing in the second half, scoring 26 points in the third quarter to the Swedes’ 18.
Gothenburg outscored the Broncos in the fourth quarter, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the lead the Broncos had built and the Swedes fell at home, 69-58.
Wes Geiken led the Swedes with 21 points and nine rebounds in the game.
Carson Rhodes had 17 points, four rebounds and two assists.
Bronson Long added another 11 points and five rebounds.
Gothenburg’s boys basketball team was back in action on Dec. 28 at the Greg Miller Memorial Holiday Basketball Tournament in Hershey.
The Swedes took on Gering in the first round of the tournament.
The tournament continued on Dec. 29.
Be sure to catch the game recaps from that tournament in the Jan. 6 issue of the Gothenburg Leader.

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Snowflake Obsidian Chip Necklace
Snowflake Obsidian is known for inspiration to make the best of bad situations, inspiring new ideas to improve one's condition. It is naturally formed volcanic glass that contains the mineral Cristobalite in the form of white snowflake crystal patterns. Our necklace features smooth and polished stones that feature these crystals highlighting the black obsidian and grey to silver cristobalite.
- This is a natural product. Each item is unique varying slightly in color, texture, pattern, and size. This makes each item special and does not detract from the natural beauty of each piece.
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Harrison soldier's funeral set for Saturday
The funeral for Private First Class Robert M. Friese, a Harrison soldier who was killed in Iraq, is set for Saturday.
Friese, 21, died in Al Qadisiyah province, Iraq, on April 29 after his unit was attacked by enemies using a rocket propelled grenade. Friese was assigned to the 3rd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, Fort Hood, Texas, and was serving as part of Operation New Dawn.
Friese arrived at the MBS International Airport this morning. The processional route ran up U.S. 10 to Harrison, exited at the first Clare exit, continued past the Clare VA clinic, turned right at Doherty and headed north on McEwan, to Old Business 27 past MidMichigan Community College and into Harrison. Once in Harrison, the processional traveled downtown to Fairlane and turned left on Westlawn to M-61 and on to the Stocking Funeral Home, 165 W. Oak St., Harrison.
Members of the public were asked to line the sidewalks in support of Friese. The arrival times were estimated at 11 to 11:20 a.m. in Clare, and 11:30 to 11:45 a.m. in Harrison.
There will be a visitation between 2 and 9 p.m. Friday at the Stocking Funeral Home.
Funeral services are set to begin at 10 a.m. Saturday at the St. Athanasius Catholic Church, 310 S. Broad St., Harrison, with Father Noel Rudy officiating.
Friese graduated from Harrison High School in 2007, where he participated in the Army ROTC program. He joined the U.S. Army and enlisted as a Tanker in 2010. In January, he deployed to Iraq as part of Operation New Dawn.
Friese's awards and decorations include the Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal with campaign star, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon and Overseas Service Ribbon.
He was posthumously awarded the Purple Heart and promoted to the rank of Specialist, according to his obituary.

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Ian Telfer, chairman of both Uranium One and Goldcorp Inc., said JSC Atomredmetzoloto (ARMZ) kept Uranium One’s board of directors and reporting issuer status so it would have the option to return eventually to the public markets
While Uranium One Inc. has agreed to be acquired by its controlling Russian shareholder ARMZ for $2.86 a share, some people think investors should push for a sweetened bid
The deal comes during a rough period for the uranium sector, as it has struggled to rebound from the Fukushima nuclear disaster in early 2011
Lynn Greiner tests out the Classic and finds BlackBerry has done a good job of bringing its iconic phone into this century
Russia’s 20 richest people lost US$10 billion this week as the central bank raised interest rates to counter western sanctions that have crushed the ruble
Peter Foster: Here’s a thought: What about trying to normalize relations with Canada and end the embargo on the Keystone XL pipeline?
Howard Levitt: It seems Jian Ghomeshi failed to do his homework in picking his counsel to go up against the CBC
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NEW YORK: Utah Jazz rookie forward Trey Lyles will replace Chicago’s injured Nikola Mirotic on the World team in the NBA All-Star Game Rising Stars Challenge next week in Toronto.
The league announced on Wednesday (Thursday in Manila) that Mirotic, a second-year forward from Montenegro averaging 10.6 points and 5.9 rebounds in 44 games, will miss the game after having an appendectomy and a hematoma removal.
The global squad will face a US lineup in the matchup of rookies and second-year NBA players on February 12, two days before the NBA All-Star Game.
Lyles, the 12th overall pick in last year’s NBA Draft, averages 4.7 points and 4.0 rebounds over 45 games for the Jazz, who are 22-25 and 1.5 games behind Portland for the final playoff position in the Western Conference.
The 20-year-old from Saskatoon becomes the third Canadian on the World roster, joining Dwight Powell of the Dallas Mavericks and Andrew Wiggins of the Minnesota Timberwolves.


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The Plzeň-based Juggler civic association was created through cooperation of the Estela de Fuego juggling group and the Takia Taka drummers in the beginning of 2011. After a successful cultural project entitled Pleasure Station Day which involved workshops, performances and presentations of various young artists from Plzeň, the two groups decided to join their activities and offer expanded juggling and drum workshops troughout the year.
A significant number of these workshops target individuals at risk of social exclusion. The major benefit of these activities is the possibility to spend leisure time in a meaningful way, a way to meet the social and self-realization needs of the participants, developing their autonomy while simultaneously integrating them in the society. The project also strives to present cultural events aiming at enriching the artistic capabilities and social sense primarily of children and youths but also of adults. In this sense, the project aims to highlight the importance of connecting cultural events with prevention of social exclusion.


What do Kendall Jenner and Vincent Cassel have in common? Their exes are hooking up. A$AP Rocky appears to have a new girlfriend in Tina Kunakey Di Vita.
The duo were spotted looking VERY cosy as they strolled around New York together on Wednesday.
He wrapped up warm against the cold in a thick puffer jacket and a multicoloured scarf. His new 20-year-old squeeze meanwhile looked even warmer in a thick plush fur coat.
$AP, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, was last romantically linked to Kendall Jenner.
The pair were fist seen together in July 2016 and remained close for a year, even though a recent report in Us Weekly claimed they were ‘not official’.
Kendall has since moved onto Clippers basketballer Blake Griffin, who split from his fiancee Brynn Cameron in July.


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How three constitutions built the modern Prairie State
In its early days, Illinois seemed destined to extend the American South. Its population of transplants lived an upland southern culture and in some cases owned slaves. Yet the nineteenth century and three constitutions recast Illinois as a crucible of northern strength and American progress.
Frank Cicero, Jr. provides an appealing new history of Illinois as expressed by the state’s constitutions—and the lively conventions that led to each one. In Creating the Land of Lincoln: The History and Constitutions of Illinois, 1778-1870, he sheds light on the vital debates of delegates who, freed from electoral necessity, revealed the opinions, prejudices, sentiments, and dreams of Illinoisans at critical junctures in state history.
Cicero analyzes decisions large and small that fostered momentous social and political changes. The addition of northern land in the 1818 constitution, for instance, opened up the state to immigrant populations that reoriented Illinois to the north. Legislative abuses and rancor over free blacks influenced the 1848 document and the subsequent rise of a Republican Party that gave the nation Abraham Lincoln as its president. Cicero concludes with the 1870 constitution, revealing how its dialogues and resolutions set the state on the modern course that still endures today.
Cicero will engage in a discussion about the book with D. Bradford Hunt, the Newberry's Vice President for Research and Academic Programs. After the conversation, Mr. Cicero will sign copies of the book, which will be available for purchase.
Download a PDF flyer for this event to post and distribute, and explore a Quick Guide on Illinois constitutions and related resources in the Newberry collections. This program has been endorsed by the Illinois Bicentennial.
Frank Cicero, Jr., a senior partner at Kirkland and Ellis LLP, served as a delegate for Illinois’s Sixth Constitutional Convention. The author of Relative Strangers: Italian Protestants in the Catholic World, he is also a member of the Newberry Board of Trustees.
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The W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) commissioned a recent public opinion poll* of 1,000 parents nationwide to illustrate some of the attitudes among parents surrounding family engagement.
WKKF defines transformative family engagement as a shared responsibility of families, schools and communities aimed at helping students learn and achieve. It is a continuous process from birth to third grade and beyond, and occurs across all the settings where children learn — creating environments that support parents and families as strong leaders and advocates for their children.
*This survey was conducted on behalf of WKKF by ORC International among 1,000 parents of children ages 6-17 in the United States, using a representative online sample, from July 1-8, 2014, and has a margin of error of plus or minus 3 percentage points.


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The unemployment rate for persons aged 15 years and above in urban areas declined to 7.2 per cent during July-September 2022 from 9.8 per cent a year ago, the National Statistical Office (NSO) said today.
Unemployment or unemployment rate is defined as the percentage of unemployed persons among the labor force. Unemployment was high in July-September 2021 mainly due to the staggering effect of COVID-related restrictions in the country.
The latest data, based on the Periodic Labor Force Survey, points to a continued economic recovery from the shadow of the pandemic, underlining a decline in the unemployment rate amid an improved labor force participation ratio.
The 16th Periodic Labor Force Survey (PLFS) showed that the unemployment rate for persons aged 15 years and above in April-June 2022 was 7.6 per cent in urban areas.
It also showed that the unemployment rate among women (aged 15 years and above) in urban areas declined to 9.4 per cent in July-September, 2022 from 11.6 per cent a year ago. It was 9.5 per cent in April-June 2022.
Among men, the unemployment rate in urban areas declined to 6.6 per cent in July-September 2022, compared to 9.3 per cent a year ago. It was 7.1 percent in April-June 2022.
The labor force participation rate in the CWS (current weekly status) in urban areas for persons aged 15 years and above increased to 47.9 per cent in the July-September quarter of 2022 from 46.9 per cent in the same period a year ago. In April-June 2022 it was 47.5 percent.
Labor force refers to that part of the population that supplies or offers to supply labor to pursue economic activities for the production of goods and services and, therefore, includes both employed and unemployed persons.
NSO launched PLFS in April 2017. Based on the PLFS, a quarterly bulletin is brought out containing estimates of labor force indicators, such as unemployment rate, worker population ratio (WPR), labor force participation rate (LFPR), distribution of workers by broad status in the CWS In the industry of employment and work.
The estimates of unemployed persons in the CWS give an average picture of unemployment in the short run of seven days during the survey period.
In the CWS approach, a person is considered unemployed if he does not work for even one hour on any day during the week, but is sought or required to work for at least one hour on any day during this period. is available for
The labor force, according to the CWS, is the number of persons, either employed or unemployed, on an average in the week preceding the date of the survey. LFPR is defined as the percentage of the population in the labor force.
The WPR (in percentage) in CWS in urban areas for persons aged 15 years and above was 44.5 per cent in July-September, 2022, as against 42.3 per cent in the same period a year ago. In April-June, 2022 it was 43.9 percent.
Fifteen quarterly bulletins of PLFS have already been issued from the quarter ending December 2018 to the quarter ending June 2022. The present Quarterly Bulletin is the sixteenth in the series for the quarter July-September 2022.
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Michael Vitellaro was found not guilty of restraining a teenager by kneeling on his back. Reports say the Chicago officer was caught on video restraining the teenager who he believed had stolen his son’s bike.Reports say Michael Vitellaro, 49, learned that his son’s bike was stolen at the local library and thereafter seen at a nearby Starbucks. The Chicago officer who was off-duty at that time then drove his son to the location and found the bike on the sidewalk.
An article in CNN states that when the Chicago officer saw a teenager approach his son’s bike, he went and grabbed the boy, pinning him down to the ground. Reportedly, Vitellaro restrained the teenager by kneeling on his back.
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