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SOURCES: Elaine Turner, PhD, RD, associate professor, department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Florida, Gainesville. Sharon B. Spalding, MEd, CSCS, professor, physical education and health; and associate director, Virginia Women's Institute for Leadership, Mary Baldwin College Staunton, Va. American Dietetic Association web site. Institute of Medicine at the National Academies web site.
Folate is most important for women of childbearing age. If you plan to have children some day, think of folate now. Folate is a B vitamin needed both before and during pregnancy and can help reduce risk of certain serious common neural tube birth defects (which affect the brain and spinal chord). Women ages 15-45 should include folate in their diet to reduce the risk for birth defects if one becomes pregnant, even if one is not planning a pregnancy.
Eat healthy fats. According to the American Heart Association, women should get at least five to 10 percent of total daily calories from omega-6 fatty acids (equal to 12 to 20 grams), and between 0.5 and 3 grams of omega-3 fatty acids, depending on individual risk for heart disease. Good sources of omega-6 fatty acids include sunflower, safflower, corn, cottonseed and soybean oils. And good sources of omega-3 fatty acids include fatty fish, tofu and other forms of soybeans, canola, walnuts, flaxseed, and their oils. Talk with your health care professional about how much of these beneficial oils you should be getting, how you can best incorporate them into your diet and whether or not you should be taking them in supplement form.
Nutrition is particularly important during pregnancy to ensure your health and the health of the baby. It's normal to gain weight during pregnancy—not just because of the growing fetus, but because you'll need stored fat for breast-feeding. The Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommends a gain of 25 to 35 pounds in women of normal weight when they get pregnant; 28 to 40 pounds in underweight women; and at least 15 pounds in women who are overweight when they get pregnant. The IOM has not given a recommendation for an upper limit for obese women, but some experts cap it as low as 13 pounds. If you fit into this category, discuss how much weight you should gain with your health care professional.
The U.S. Public Health Service recommends that all women of childbearing age consume 400 mcg of folic acid (a B vitamin) daily to reduce their risk of having a pregnancy affected with spina bifida or other neural-tube defects. Women who are actively trying to get pregnant should consume 600 mcg, and lactating women should consumer 500 mcg. Women of childbearing age should also take care to meet the daily requirements for calcium, fiber, iron, protein and vitamin D. Discuss supplements with a health care professional, however. Iron and vitamin D in particular can be dangerous in high amounts.
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Granted, our brief magazine survey here is far from inclusive. 2016 saw the debut of magazine FabUplus, specifically geared to the plus-size woman. Women’s Running featured regular-sized women on its August 2015 and April 2016 covers. But even as Shape promotes the body-positivity movement with interviews with people like Willcox, who now runs a plus-size modeling agency, it’s still pushing posts like the below. How are these body types different exactly?
It’s one thing to tell women that their curves are awesome; it’s another thing to depict women who actually have them, making Shape’s #LoveMyShape section the most inspiring part of its site, much more than that bit about those last five pounds. Showing always trumps telling. Ramping up the normal-sized body movement might actually help get women on the road to “Hot & Happy”—as they realize that the order of those two adjectives should be transposed.
Women often received micronutrient supplements during antenatal and postnatal care (13, 35–42, 51, 60), and, as such, supplementation was often targeted to pregnant and lactating women. The delivery of micronutrient supplementation commonly occurred in health care settings for at-home consumption. Community-based antenatal care that involved home visits by community health workers was also a common delivery platform for supplementation delivery. There were some studies that reported micronutrient supplementation to adolescents, women of reproductive age, pregnant women, and women with young children outside of the antenatal care setting. These included primary health care clinics, home visits, community centers, pharmacies, and workplaces (32, 38–43, 45, 52, 53). Adolescent girls were also reached by community- and school-based programs (26, 41, 46). School-based programs were more efficacious in reducing rates of anemia among adolescent girls, compared with the community-based interventions (26, 46). However, many of the reported studies to date involved small samples of adolescents in controlled settings, and additional research is needed on the effectiveness of these programs (59, 62).
Native to East Asia, soybeans have been a major source of protein for people in Asia for more than 5,000 years. Soybeans are high in protein (more than any other legume) and fiber, low in carbohydrates and are nutrient-dense. Soybeans contain substances called phytoestrogens, which can significantly lower your "bad" LDL cholesterol and raise your "good" HDL cholesterol.
UN Women believe that violence against women "is rooted in gender-based discrimination and social norms and gender stereotypes that perpetuate such violence", and advocate moving from supporting victims to prevention, through addressing root and structural causes. They recommend programmes that start early in life and are directed towards both genders to promote respect and equality, an area often overlooked in public policy. This strategy, which involves broad educational and cultural change, also involves implementing the recommendations of the 57th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women (2013). To that end the 2014 UN International Day of the Girl Child was dedicated to ending the cycle of violence. In 2016, the World Health Assembly also adopted a plan of action to combat violence against women, globally.
Granted, WFOB got me started working out on a regular basis but it wasn't very effective. I was kinda happy there until I started to try another gym (TFW Boston, also local gym in downtown crossing). TFW is definitely pricier than WFOB, for a good reason. There, not only I saw results quickly (toned and stronger), but also my mindsets about fitness has changed (why hour long cardio is bad for you, how to have a sustainable diet plan, etc.) The coaches cared about who you are, what your goals are, pushing you to your limits but not over.
After menopause. Lower levels of estrogen after menopause raise your risk for chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, and diabetes, and osteoporosis, a condition that causes your bones to become weak and break easily. What you eat also affects these chronic diseases. Talk to your doctor about healthy eating plans and whether you need more calcium and vitamin D to protect your bones. Read more about how very low estrogen levels affect your health in our Menopause section. Most women also need fewer calories as they age, because of less muscle and less physical activity. Find out how many calories you need based on your level of activity.
The delivery of nutrition education reached women across all life stages and through many platforms. Many nutrition education studies that targeted pregnant and lactating mothers reported on women's outcomes, but the primary focus of many of these studies was child health outcomes (13, 14, 19, 21, 24, 28); few studies focused on dietary outcomes and behaviors of pregnant and lactating women themselves (17, 20, 23). There were some studies evaluating the impact of nutrition education on the practices and outcomes of school-age children and adolescent girls (15, 18, 27, 29, 34), as well as older women (16, 22, 25, 30). Many of the nutrition education interventions were clinic-based (17–20, 23, 24). However, nutrition education was also delivered through community-based programs, including home visits (16, 21), community centers (15, 16, 20, 21), worksites (25), and schools (25, 27, 30, 34).
Iron: Iron, too, remains a critical nutrient. Adult women between the ages of 19 and 50 need 18 mg a day. Pregnant women should shoot for 27 mg a day. “The volume of blood almost doubles when women are pregnant, which dramatically increases the demand for iron,” Schwartz tells WebMD. After delivery, lactating women need far less iron, only about 9 mg, because they are no longer menstruating. But as soon as women stop breast-feeding, they should return to 18 mg a day.
When you’re at the bar or a party and starving, your options aren’t always the best. But if it’s bruschetta, chips and salsa, or wings, go for the chicken (though nuts would be even better). Protein fills you up faster than carbs do, making it less likely that you’ll overeat, says Christopher Ochner, Ph.D., a research associate at New York Obesity Nutrition Research Center at St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital Center. And since it’ll keep you satiated longer, you won’t be as tempted when your friend orders a brownie sundae or brings out a tray of blondies.
For once we're not talking about breakfast but rather the recovery meal after your workout. “So many women skip post-exercise nutrition because they don’t want to 'undo the calories they just burned,'” says Amanda Carlson-Phillips, vice president of nutrition and research for Athletes’ Performance and Core Performance. “But getting a combination of 10 to 15 grams of protein and 20 to 30 grams of carbohydrates within 30 minutes of your workout will help to refuel your body, promote muscle recovery, amp up your energy, and build a leaner physique.”
Women's Fitness of Boston is conveniently located, fairly priced and a delight to be a member of. The owner, Julie, works so hard to make sure that her clients enjoy the gym. She is also a great personal trainer, and is willing to work closely with clients to push them to their potential. She's just that right balance of energetic and serious, making sure that her clients get what they need.
Also known as “myofascial release,” foam rolling is an easy way to benefit your entire body. “While stretching addresses the length of muscle fiber, rolling improves the quality of the tissue,” says Rob Sulaver, CEO and founder of Bandana Training. This leads to tension- and pain-free muscles, which function better so you perform better. Be sure to roll for five minutes before your workout. Not sure what to do? Try these 10 ways to use a foam roller.
Before you start a juice cleanse diet, know that drastically restricting your caloric intake to drop pounds may backfire: In a 2010 study, women placed on a 1,200-calorie diet for three weeks had elevated levels of cortisol, our primary stress hormone. [Tweet this fact!] Chronic stress has been associated with an increased risk of weight gain as well as coronary heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, cancer, and impaired immune functioning.
“The reason most people don't see changes isn't because they don't work hard—it's because they don't make their workouts harder,” says Adam Bornstein, founder of Born Fitness. His suggestion: Create a challenge every time you exercise. “Use a little more weight, rest five to 10 seconds less between sets, add a few more reps, or do another set. Incorporating these small variations into your routine is a recipe for change,” he says.
Many nutrition-sensitive approaches were delivered in broader community-based settings and more equitably reached women across the life course. Non-facilities-based settings more equitably delivered nutrition interventions to women who were not pregnant or lactating, and who were less engaged with health clinics and schools. For instance, food fortification, which was often delivered through markets, home visits, and community centers, seemed to be more effective at reaching women of reproductive age than health center–based delivery platforms. Community-level interventions are often reported as more equitable than platforms that require access to “fixed and well-equipped health facilities” (212). This aligns with our findings, where we found that community-based platforms such as home visits, community centers, homes of community leaders, work, mass media, mobile phones, and commercial settings were effective at reaching women across the life course (Table 1). Other delivery platforms such as marketplaces, water points, tailoring shops, and agricultural points for seeds or inputs were also effective. These locations need to be context-specific in order to capture where women spend their time. For instance, in countries where many adolescent girls do not attend school, school-based delivery platforms might be less effective. Delivery platforms also need to be sensitive to the sociodemographic differences that influence where women spend their time, such as differences for women in rural and urban areas, and of different socioeconomic statuses. Additional research needs to identify and report where women and adolescent girls are, and how best to reach them.
If motivation is your hang-up, change your exercise routine every 14 days. A University of Florida study discovered that people who modified their workouts twice a month were more likely than to stick to their plans compared to those who changed their regimens whenever they wanted to. Boredom didn’t appear to be a factor; it seems people simply enjoyed the variety more.
Even just that single-page layout in Women’s Health is a huge step in the right direction. Seeing more normal-size women on the pages of fashion magazines and catalogues may actually be more inspirational than urging readers to take “more ‘me time.’” It’s also another area where women’s health magazines are surpassing the men’s version: The only non-cut men in Men’s Health are seen in “before” pictures in fitness makeovers. This is despite the fact that 90 percent of men are “overfat,” as the magazine itself reported. Non-six-pack men aren’t missing from the magazine because they’re difficult to find, same as non-size- 2s on the women’s side.
Notice that alcohol isn't included in a food group. If you drink alcohol, do so in moderation, up to one drink per day for women and two drinks per day for men. Alcohol offers little nutritional value, and when used in excess, can cause short-term health damage, such as distorted vision, judgment, hearing and coordination; emotional changes; bad breath; and hangovers. Long-term effects may include liver and stomach damage, vitamin deficiencies, impotence, heart and central nervous system damage and memory loss. Abuse can lead to alcohol poisoning, coma and death. Pregnant women should not drink at all because alcohol can harm the developing fetus and infant. According to the March of Dimes, more than 40,000 babies are born each year with alcohol-related damage. Even light and moderate drinking during pregnancy can hurt your baby. If you are breastfeeding, discuss drinking alcohol with your health care professional. After clearing it with your doctor, you may be able to have an occasional celebratory single, small alcoholic drink, but you should abstain from breastfeeding for two hours after that drink.
For a strong backside that will turn heads wherever you go, Marta Montenegro, a Miami-based exercise physiologist and strength and conditioning coach, recommends completing 100 kettlebell swings nonstop with a moderate weight at the end of a legs workout. [Tweet this tip!] If you can’t access a kettlebell, do deadlifts and hip-thrusters instead. “Women tend to overemphasize the quadriceps even when they think they are working the butt. With these two exercises, you'll have no problem engaging the glutes and posterior muscles of the legs,” Montenegro says.
Calcium: For adult women aged 19-50, the USDA recommended daily allowance is 1,000 mg/day. For women over 50, the recommended daily allowance is 1,200 mg/day. Good sources of calcium include dairy products, leafy green vegetables, certain fish, grains, tofu, cabbage, and summer squash. Your body cannot take in more than 500 mg at any one time and there’s no benefit to exceeding the recommended daily amount.
Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in the world and the most common among women. It is also among the ten most common chronic diseases of women, and a substantial contributor to loss of quality of life (Gronowski and Schindler, Table IV). Globally, it accounts for 25% of all cancers. In 2016, breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed among women in both developed and developing countries, accounting for nearly 30% of all cases, and worldwide accounts for one and a half million cases and over half a million deaths, being the fifth most common cause of cancer death overall and the second in developed regions. Geographic variation in incidence is the opposite of that of cervical cancer, being highest in Northern America and lowest in Eastern and Middle Africa, but mortality rates are relatively constant, resulting in a wide variance in case mortality, ranging from 25% in developed regions to 37% in developing regions, and with 62% of deaths occurring in developing countries.
Packing your two-piece away for winter means you won't think about how you'll look in it until about April. Avoid any potential “how did my butt get this big?!” panics come spring by keeping your swimsuit handy and putting it on every so often to make sure you like what you see, says Tanya Becker, co-founder of the Physique 57 barre program. You can also toss it on when you're tempted to overindulge, she adds. “There’s no better way to keep yourself from having that after-dinner cookie or slice of cake."
In that way it differs from Title Nine, an athletic clothing line that favors “real people” as models, and boasts on its website that its photo shoots are “on-the-fly” affairs with “no makeup kits.” However, all these real people are incredibly fit, and list things like “19 days rafting in the Grand Canyon” under “last adventure” and “first Boston Marathon qualification” under “next proudest accomplishment.”
The daily calcium recommendations are 1,000 milligrams a day for women under 50, and 1,500 milligrams a day for women 51 and older. Oddly enough, these are the same requirements for men, who are much less prone to osteoporosis than women. But the recommendation takes into account the fact that women are smaller than men. Thus the amount of daily calcium is greater for women on a proportional basis.
Having the proper footwear is essential for any workout, and for winter runs, that means sneaks with EVA (ethylene vinyl acetate), says Polly de Mille, an exercise physiologist who oversees New York Road Runner's Learning Series for first-time New York City Marathon runners. “Polyurethane tends to get really stiff and cold in the winter, which could increase your risk of injury.” Another important feature is a waterproof and windproof upper: Look for shoes made with Gortex, or wrap your mesh uppers in duct tape to keep feet dry and warm.
Vinyasa and power may not be the only forms of yoga that will get you closer to that long, lean, limber look. Research presented at the 73rd Scientific Sessions of the American Diabetes Association found that restorative yoga—which focuses more on relaxing and stress-reducing movements rather than a challenging flow or balancing poses—burns more subcutaneous fat (the kind directly under your skin) than stretching does. By the end of the yearlong study, yogis who practiced at least once a month lost an average of about three pounds, nearly double the amount lost by those who only stretched. So if you don’t feel up for a more athletic yoga class, ease your way into a practice with a gentle one.
If you’re not lifting weights already… what are you waiting for? Let me start by answering a question I get all the time — no, lifting weights isn’t just for men, everyone can reap the benefits of muscle growth. Lifting weights stimulates your lean body mass (i.e. muscle) to strengthen you from within and helps maintain healthy bone density (as mentioned earlier). Having more lean body mass – versus more fat mass – provides us with the strength we need to carry out our daily tasks, supports our core and spine, supports hormonal and bone health, AND allows our bodies to burn more calories and burn fat even while sitting. Resistance training can help decrease risks for osteoporosis, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, depression, obesity, aches and pains, and lastly arthritis. It also helps us mentally since weight training and working out, in general, makes us feel good thanks to all those endorphins that are released when your workout. You also get the added benefit of helping our metabolism, getting stronger, building muscle, and decreasing body fat when paired with well-balanced nutrition!
Getting enough water also is important. Many experts recommend at least eight 8-ounce glasses of water daily—more if you exercise frequently or are exposed to extremes of heat and cold. The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans emphasize drinking more water and other calorie-free beverages, along with fat-free or low-fat milk and 100 percent fruit juices, instead of calorie-packed regular sodas.


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An all new cut of the hit film "Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues," starring Will Ferrell, arrives in theaters in the U.S. and U.K. beginning February 28th for one-week only. Feature 763 entirely new jokes from legendary anchorman Ron Burgundy and America's favorite 24-hour global news team. The film is now rated R.Read Full Synopsis
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text: Newsroom FAQ about Medicaid Expansion Posted on June 23, 2020 On August 4, Missouri voters will decide whether or not to support Medicaid Expansion. There have been a lot of questions around this initiative, so we wanted to share some information. Keep reading to learn more about what it would mean for the state. What is Medicaid Expansion?Medicaid Expansion is an important effort to close a gap in insurance coverage for approximately 200,000 Missourians. Right now, thousands of people across the state, especially in rural areas, do not have access to affordable health insurance because they do not meet the requirements for Medicaid (which is primarily available to children and women while pregnant) or subsidies for plans on the Health Insurance Marketplace. As Medicaid currently stands, childless adults are completely ineligible for Medicaid regardless of their income level. If voters choose to expand Medicaid, it would increase access to health insurance to uninsured adults and children whose incomes are at or below 138 percent of the federal poverty level. This translates to families of three who make less than $28,676 per year. Medicaid Expansion is currently active in 36 states and Washington D.C., and states that have expanded Medicaid are receiving the federal tax funding to which Missourians have already contributed. Does Medicaid Expansion mean I pay higher taxes?Medicaid Expansion is not a tax increase. Nearly all of the cost (90 percent) is covered by the federal government, and Missouri covers the remaining 10 percent. However, other states that have expanded Medicaid have covered that 10 percent responsibility through savings the program has generated for the state, leading to cost savings overall. What are the benefits of Medicaid Expansion? The fundamental benefit to thousands of Missourians is that they will have health insurance that is primarily funded by the federal government. In states where Medicaid has been expanded, there is documented improvement for patients with heart disease, cancer, substance abuse disorders, mental health and diabetes. It's telling to see that no state has reversed its decision to expand Medicaid since the program began nearly a decade ago.There is also a savings to the state: It’s estimated that Missouri would save between $932 million and $1 billion in annual budget savings by 2026. Part of this savings comes from being able to move traditional Medicaid patients – which the state pays 34 percent of each year, compared to just 10 percent with Medicaid Expansion – to the “expanded” category, freeing up funds for other priorities such as K-12 education, transportation, law enforcement, and even help cover the state’s 10 percent obligation under Medicaid Expansion. This also helps many Missourians who have jobs that don’t come with health insurance, many of whom earn less than $18,000. In addition to protecting frontline healthcare jobs, economic analysts project that Medicaid Expansion will create more than 26,000 jobs in its first five years. Nearly 80 percent of the job growth would be outside of the healthcare industry, with most of the new jobs generated outside the state’s big cities. On a yearly average, Missouri would see a $2.5 billion increase in economic output, a $1.6 billion increase in gross domestic product and a $1.1 billion increase in average personal income -- or, put another way, each Missouri household would have an extra $500 on average. How does Medicaid Expansion affect rural health care? It’s no secret that many health systems and hospitals in rural parts of Missouri are rapidly closing. Part of this is because health systems subsidize large parts of uninsured patients’ care, leading to drains on budgets that are already extremely tight – causing some hospitals to close completely. This is a devastating loss for patients in rural areas, who rely on local institutions that keep them from having to travel far for care, especially in emergency situations, and for employment. It also brings back jobs to these rural communities. Reimbursements for care would potentially allow these hospitals to hire more employees and continue to provide services its communities desperately need.

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In all the hubbub around getting married you might not have thought about how the change in your marital status would affect your tax bill. Once you’ve written your thank-you notes and returned from your honeymoon, you can turn your mind to practical considerations like taxes. The good news is that you've earned some new tax privileges. The bad news is that you might owe more at tax time. Here are five ways getting married affects your tax bill.

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Several actors in Tamil Nadu have made their stance clear when it comes to ploitics. While Kamal Haasan prepares to fill the political void in the state, Rajnikanth's exit from politics shocked many.
Last year, Superstar Rajinikanth announced that he will not be starting his political party and that his recent health scare is a warning from God. Rajinikanth posted a tweet saying he doesn’t want to make the people who believe in him feel like a scapegoat, however, his recent health conditions have come as a warning.
Recently, Kamal Haasan’s Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) finalised the seat-sharing deal with its allies ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls. Saying that the MNM is committed to ensuring the dignity and recognition of homemakers, Kamal Haasan had said there will be 50 percent reservation for women in the uniform sector. Hostels will be made available in every district for free emergency overnight stay for women in distress, he said.


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Rib Crib got it right with Society.
The 26-year-old Tulsa-based barbecue chain decided a year ago to launch a new hamburger restaurant. It had acquired a former Quiznos space on Cherry Street next to Hideaway Pizza and hired Garrett Mills to oversee the project.
For Mills, a former Jenks High School, University of Tulsa and National Football League player, it was his first job in the restaurant business. He came from Goldman Sachs in Dallas.
“About 14 months ago, Rib Crib owner Bret Chandler wanted to do a burger concept, and the president, Marc Chastain, talked to me about leading the team,” Mills said recently. “I had people with 25 years’ experience to work with me on design, layout and menu, and everyone was very patient to guide me along.
“This is the result. Society is what we thought a burger place on Cherry Street should look like.”
Looked good to me, from the screened-in patio to the Tulsa-centric dining room and 16-tap bar. The menu was modern but not pretentious. Local brews, specialty cocktails and “boozy” shakes were reasonably priced.
I knew the place had some soul to it when I saw a server take a dog dish of water to the patio for a canine visitor, a sweetheart named Carla.
With a couple of television channels tuned to baseball games and one to a history of University of Oklahoma football, we settled back for what turned out to be a pleasant evening on an otherwise steaming-hot day.
With apologies to our internist, Dr. Maxwell, we ordered the bacon cheese fries appetizer ($7.50). A sizable platter of hand-cut fries was topped with melted cheddar cheese, smoked Gouda cheese, a creamy cheese sauce and sprinklings of bacon and green onion. It came with a terrific ranch dipping sauce.
To balance the cheese fries, we ordered the chopped salad ($10.50). It was large, too, and included bites of seared chicken (not deli chicken), sweet orange and yellow tomato slices, hard-boiled egg, avocado slices, feta cheese crumbles, cashews and bacon.
My wife wanted more of the ranch, so we substituted it for honey-bacon Dijon. The menu said it also included haystack onions, but we saw none and didn’t miss them one bit. The salad seemed simple enough, but it tasted well above average.
From the burger section, I chose the Cubano ($9). The ground beef patty was thin but somehow didn’t seem to be too overdone. It was paired with a slice of ham, Swiss cheese, house-made pickle slices, spicy mustard and Dijon mustard on a local Pancho Anaya Bakery bun. The combination was delicious.
A side of jalapeno cheddar tots ($4) was a perfect partner to a cold beer, and the “seasonal” side of the day was a cool pasta salad ($3.50) dotted with corn, green pepper, tomato and cucumber.
The 16 bar taps hold beers from five Tulsa breweries and one from Stillwater, and much of the rest of the beer menu is local or regional. Wines are not exceptional, except for those available by the bottle only. They all have Oklahoma ties and include 32 Winds, Darms Lane, Zinke Wines and Girouard Vines, all for $35 to $95 a bottle.
Our server, Veronica, was accommodating and friendly, and the manager on duty, Jessica, dropped by every so often to make sure things were going well.
The dining room is decorated with enlarged photos of familiar Tulsa scenes and a mural by local artist Daniel Gulick, who also designed the bar taps. The patio has misters and heaters, and Mills said a permanent, adjustable enclosure is being considered.
Barstools are stationed on the dining room side and the patio side of the bar. Garage doors can close off the bar from the patio if needed.
I noticed on our to-go boxes — we always have to-go boxes — that they are made of compostable plant fiber.
Food and drink providers for Society include Walke Brothers Meat Co. (Claremore), Rose Rock Creamery, Pancho Anaya Bakery, Frontier Produce, Iron Monk Brewing Co. (Stillwater), Renaissance Brewing, Prairie Artisan Ales, Cabin Boys Brewery, Marshall Brewing Co. and Dead Armadillo.
Limited parking is available behind the restaurant, and Society shares a gated lot to the east with Hideaway Pizza. It also offers valet parking after 5:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday.
“We wanted to fit in with the other restaurants and what they have done for the area, ones like Kilkenny’s, Hideaway and Smoke,” Mills said.
“We are happy to be part of some great company on Cherry Street.”

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In statehouses across the country, a movement has been building for legislatures to call for a convention to amend the U.S. Constitution and limit the federal government’s power. Although the national project is based in Virginia, the General Assembly rebuffed resolutions to have Virginia join the campaign.
By Sean CW Korsgaard
In statehouses across the country, a movement has been building for legislatures to call for a convention to amend the U.S. Constitution and limit the federal government’s power.
The group pushing for a Convention of the States is based in Virginia and enjoys support from Tea Party luminaries like Ken Cuccinelli, Virginia’s former attorney general. At the start of the General Assembly’s 2015 legislative session, two resolutions were filed to have Virginia join in calling for a full-fledged constitutional convention.
You might have expected the idea to win favor at the Virginia Capitol, where Republicans control both the House and Senate. But despite early support, both resolutions fizzled.
Supporters’ final hope was House Joint Resolution 497, sponsored by Del. L. Scott Lingamfelter of Woodbridge and more than 20 other Republican legislators. It had been endorsed by the House Rules Committee on an 11-4 vote and sent to the full House for consideration. But after the floor vote was delayed for four days, Lingamfelter withdrew his proposal on February 5th.
“George Washington, who was chief among all the founders, the most important founder, observed in war that you have to see things as they are, not as you would wish them to be,” Lingamfelter said. “It is with a heavy heart, but one resolved to come back and fight again, that I move we strike HJR 497 on Page 19 of the printed calendar.”
Lingamfelter’s decision came a day after Sen. Ryan McDougle, R-Hanover, pulled his similar version of the resolution, SJR 269. McDougle’s measure had cleared the Senate Rules Committee, 9-2, and was facing delays on the Senate floor.
Both resolutions complained about the rising national debt, unfunded mandates and “excessive uses of power” by the federal government. A Convention of the States would propose constitutional amendments to “impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limit the terms of office for its officials and for members of Congress,” the resolutions stated.
Despite the setback, Virginia remains at the center of the fight being waged nationally by the Convention of States Project. The project is based in the Loudoun County town of Purcellville. Michael Farris, a constitutional lawyer and former GOP nominee for Virginia lieutenant governor, is heading the project for the group Citizens for Self-Governance.
“George Mason said that someday we are going to reach a point where the government we are creating will abuse its authority, and when that day happens, we are going to need a process for structural changes to reign in on the abuse of powers,” Farris said at a rally in Richmond in January. “This is that process.”
The Convention of States Project has been endorsed by conservative icons like Mark Levin, Sarah Palin and Glenn Beck. Ironically, for a campaign that enjoys such bona fides among political conservatives, it was a conservative who sealed the movement’s fate in the General Assembly this year.
Sen. Dick Black, R-Loudoun, sent an e-mail circulating rumors that billionaire philanthropist George Soros and dozens of liberal groups, such as Occupy Wall Street, were the ones “pushing for” the Convention of States Project. That was enough to put the brakes on the resolutions, at least for this year.
The goal of the Convention of States Project is to hold an “Article V Convention.” (Article V of the U.S. Constitution allows states to call a convention to propose constitutional amendments.) Such a convention must be held if two-thirds of the states call for one. Amendments approved by an Article V Convention must be adopted by three-fourths of the state legislatures to become law.
In March 2014, Georgia became the first state to call for a Convention of the States. The next month, Alaska and Florida followed suit.
This year, resolutions calling for a Convention of the States have been introduced in 24 state legislatures, including in Virginia. The Arizona House and the North Dakota House have approved the resolutions; the senates in those states still must weigh in.
At least 34 states must pass such resolutions in order to petition Congress to set a date and venue for an Article V Convention.
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Other Attempts to Amend U.S. Constitution
Two Virginia legislators sought to amend the U.S. Constitution on specific issues, and their efforts also died this session.
Sen. Emmett Hanger, R-Mount Solon, sponsored a resolution (SJ 252) calling for an Article V convention to propose a constitutional amendment requiring the federal government to operate on a balanced budget.
“This nation has become deeply in debt as its expenditures have exceeded available revenues so that the total federal public debt now exceeds $17 trillion and continues to increase,” the resolution says.
SJ 252 was approved 9-2 by the Senate Rules Committee and advanced to the full Senate for consideration. After a four-day delay, the resolution was sent back to the Rules Committee, where it died.
Del. Sam Rasoul of Roanoke was the only Democrat to sponsor a resolution calling for an amendment to the U.S. Constitution. HJ 545 called for an amendment to “limit the amount of money corporations and labor unions can spend to influence the electoral process.”
Rasoul’s resolution said a 2010 decision by the U.S. Supreme Court, in the case Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, “has resulted in unprecedented amounts of unregulated campaign expenditures by corporations, drowning out the voices of ordinary citizens.”
HJ 545 was tabled on a voice vote by the House Rules Committee.

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EPA Ethylene Oxide Value at Odds with Public Health, Best Science
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Advanced Medical Technology Association (AdvaMed) again urged the U.S. EPA to abandon its ethylene oxide (EtO) risk assessment value for one that is more feasible, based on the best available science and that will not potentially endanger the public health by threatening the availability of needed medical technologies.
“Anyone studying this issue can see that the EPA standard is impractical and does not meet the definition of good science,” said AdvaMed President and CEO Scott Whitaker. “The medical technology industry is committed to the safe and responsible use of EtO, even as we look for alternatives and ways to reduce EtO emissions. However, the EPA’s risk standard sets an unreasonable threshold that will only threaten the continued availability of tens of billions of the EtO-sterilized medical technologies patients depend on.”
In comments on EPA’s proposed rule on the National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Miscellaneous Organic Chemical Manufacturing sources, AdvaMed argues that EPA’s 2016 Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS) value for EtO should not be used for regulatory purposes. While the proposed rule does not apply to commercial sterilizers, it relies on the flawed IRIS value.
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Francisco Lindor Signed as "Global Face" of New Balance Baseball Cleats
New Balance announced Friday Francisco Lindor will become the face of the company's baseball brand. Lindor signed a multi-year deal, but the terms of the deal have not been disclosed.
"He's a special player of great character," said Ray Hilvert, New Balance's vice president of sports marketing. "His trajectory within the game has been tremendous, and his future holds a lot of promise. As we look to expand our baseball business into Korea and Japan, and other areas around the globe, he will be a global ambassador for us."
Lindor told ESPN that the shoe company's vote of confidence in him is "an honor."
"The fit is perfect for me," Lindor said. "I can wear them right out of the box."
Lindor wore custom cleats during the MLB Postseason, representing Cleveland, and we can't wait to see what the New Balance line will have in store.

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iPhone 12 Pro Max sports world’s best mobile camera
Apple’s latest iPhone 12 – the Pro Max is already being hailed by photographers as the most impressive mobile phone camera released to date.
Despite criticism that the device is too large, (the Pro Max sports a 6.7-inch, 3.5 million pixel, high-res display which makes it the biggest iPhone released so far) the 5G Pro Max's triple-camera unit has photography and video capabilities that outstrip other new-to-market models.
Released on October 20th, the device features two 12-megapixel cameras (from and back), new Apple ProRAW file formatting and a LiDAR scanner. It has been applauded by reviewers, who say it’s the ability to shoot in low light outstrips the performance of previous iPhone cameras.
However, Patel adds that although the images “are generally less noisy” than those shot on the iPhone 12 Pro, improvements are mostly only noticeable in lower-light environments, and virtually indistinguishable in photos taken in brighter conditions.
Equally, of , writes, “Apple's camera improvements this year go a few steps further on the iPhone 12 Pro Max compared to the iPhone 12 Pro. Unique to the iPhone 12 Pro Max is a larger ƒ/2.2 aperture for the telephoto lens, a 47% larger sensor for the wide-angle lens, and what Apple refers to as sensor-shift optical image stabilisation.”
The iPhone 12 Pro Max sports a bigger sensor than the iPhone 12 Pro. The higher ISO also prevents it from switching to night mode so frequently. The Pro Max's night mode also functions with shorter exposures (one second as opposed to three seconds) and this results in better image clarity.
But despite the advantages of the iPhone 12 Pro Max, there are other smartphone models that offer distinct advantages, depending on the user’s preferences.
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G
With a 6.9-inch display, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is even bigger than the iPhone 12 Pro Max. The camera specs also take some beating, especially if users are primarily interested in shooting video. With its 8K capability, as well as a 48-megapixel, ToF depth-sensing ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 40-megapixel front camera, it takes some beating. Reviews suggest this model falls down on battery life in comparison to the iPhone 12 Pro Max.
Google Pixel 5
A less expensive option, the Google Pixel 5 has a good battery life and an excellent front and rear camera that offer 8-megapixels and 16-megapixels respectively. Smaller than the iPhone 12 Pro Max, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G and the Huawei P40 Pro, it still has 128GB of storage and ultra-wide-angle capability. Released in 2019, it’s not the newest of models, but the software is excellent (the Snapdragon 765G chipset works well with the Android 11 OS for a lag-free camera phone experience) it's water-resistant and has wireless charging.
Huawei P40 Pro
Huawei makes great phones. The company was one of the first smartphone manufacturers to offer ground-breaking Leica lenses on their P30 Pro quad-camera model in 2019. The P40 Pro does not disappoint, with a 50-megapixel camera, a 50x zoom, 4K video, ToF depth-sensing and an 18mm ultra-wide-angle lens. Google restrictions on Huawei currently make the brand problematic for users outside China, but politics aside, it's an excellent option for mobile phone photography enthusiasts.
New government strategy to put UK ahead in global innovation
The UK government’s plans to increase private sector investment into elevating the UJ’s position in the global innovation race have been outlined in a new Innovation Strategy developed and launched by the business secretary, Kwasi Kwarteng. The strategy is part of the government’s “long-term vision” to boost private sector investment in R&D across the UK, enabling tech companies such as mobile networks to create new technologies.
While the private sector is important in boosting R&D spending, the government says that the UK “is still committed” to increasing annual public investment in Research and Development with the aim of reaching a record US$30.2bn (£22bn).
What will the Innovation Strategy allow the UK government to do?
By adopting the Innovation Strategy, the government claims it will be able to achieve several other goals. These include:
- Ensuring government procurement is proactive and supportive, providing a route to market for innovative new products and services
- Consulting on how regulation can ensure that the UK is well-placed to extract the best value from innovation
- Commissioning the Regulatory Horizons Council to consider how best to support innovation through regulation, including looking whether there are a set of high-level guiding principles for regulation that may apply broadly to any sector of innovation
- Introducing new High Potential Individual and Scale-up visa routes, and revitalise the Innovator route to attract and retain high-skilled, globally mobile innovative talent
- Undertaking an independent review to assess the landscape of UK organisations undertaking all forms of research, development and innovation
- Reducing complexity for innovative companies by developing an online finance and innovation hub between Innovate UK and the British Business Bank within the next 12 months
- Expanding IP education programme for researchers and launch International IP Services to bolster innovative companies’ and researchers’ ability to confidently collaborate, export and invest overseas
- Publishing of a new action plan on ‘Standards for the Fourth Industrial Revolution’, promoting standards that enable innovation to flourish
- Investing £200mn (US$275mn) through the British Business Bank’s Life Sciences Investment Programme to target the growth-stage funding gap faced by UK life science companies
- Supporting 30,000 senior managers of small and medium-sized businesses through Help to Grow: Management to boost their business’s performance, resilience, and long-term growth
Business secretary Kwasi Kwarteng said in a statement that “the UK can look back on a proud history of changing the world through innovation. From the industrial revolution to the vaccine development of the past year, the impact on our everyday lives is undeniable.
“That spirit of discovery is still alive in this country today, but we have not always turned our genius for innovation into jobs and companies here in Britain.
“The countries that secure leadership in such transformational technologies will lead the world, enjoying unrivalled growth, security and prosperity for decades to come – and it’s our job to ensure the UK keeps pace with the global innovation race”.
The organisation added that through the long-term plan, it aims to “rekindle our country’s flame of innovation and discovery”, and to aid businesses in taking the “vast opportunities” brought about by innovation.
“If we get this right, we can build the foundations for the new industries of tomorrow, and ensure British firms are at the front of the pack to turn world-leading science into new products and services that are successful in international markets”, the organisation concluded.
To implement the strategy, the government plans to work with universities and research organisations with five projects receiving part of £127mn capital injection through the Strength in Places Fund, which is delivered by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).
In addition to the Strength in Places Fund, £25 million of funding for the Connecting Capability Fund will help drive further economic growth through university-business innovation.


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Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
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- Symphony or Opera
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- The Container Store
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- Boston Market
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The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $101,241. The most common annual income of people living in Bakersfield, CA is between $100k-200k. The majority of families are married, with kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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Microdermabrasion (often referred to as Micro or Microderm) is a treatment in which the stratum corneum (dead outermost surface of the skin) is partially or completely removed by light abrasion, to remove sun-damaged skin and to remove or lessen scars and dark spots on the skin.
The exfoliation process occurs when a diamond tipped head makes contact with the skin and abrades against it. The dead skin cells are withdrawn away from the face.
For best results, it is recommended you get a series of treatments and use in conjunction with anti-aging skin care products. Microdermabrasion can diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, enlarged pores, and coarse textured skin.
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We are so thrilled to share an amazing event from Arizona! The Hyatt Regency Scottsdale hosted a Wedding Planner Weekend, and for the second year Classic Party Rentals – Phoenix partnered with the hotel to provide rentals for the event. The resort invited all of the top wedding planners in Arizona to a weekend of relaxation, which included a Friday evening happy hour, Saturday dinner, and Sunday brunch. Classic Party Rentals worked with other event partners, including Petal Pusher florists, White House Flowers, Your Event Florist, Hagerty Photography and Wildflower Linens, to ensure the event was flawless!
On the first day of the retreat, there was a happy hour on the beautiful lawn where guests enjoyed a dinner station and unique cocktails served in Cosmo and Delano glassware.
The wood pergolas, which were made locally, were adorned with ivory taffeta drape and as the evening carried on, the light from the crystal chandeliers gave a wonderful atmosphere.Guests were seated on our new vineyard dining chairs, walnut benches, and Descanso benches with ivory cushions.
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We are so pleased and honored to have worked with such wonderful vendors and planners at the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Wedding Planner Weekend!

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THE EXTRAORDINARY FIRST NOVEL BY THE MASTER OF STORYTELLING ACCLAIMED BBC RADIO 4 DRAMATISATION WITH ALL-STAR CAST INCLUDING JAMES MCAVOY, NATALIE DORMER, DAVID HAREWOOD, SOPHIE OKONEDO AND BENEDICT CUMBERBATCH 'Prose that dances and dazzles . . . Gaiman describes the indescribable' SUSANNA CLARKE 'It's virtually impossible to read more than ten words by Neil Gaiman and not wish he would tell you the rest of the story' OBSERVER 'Much too clever to be caught in the net of a single interpretation' PHILIP PULLMAN --- 'I love doors. Anything that leads to possibilities' NEIL GAIMAN --- Under the streets of London lies a world most people could never dream of. When Richard Mayhew stops to help a girl he finds bleeding in the street, his unremarkable life changes in an instant. This act of kindness leads him to a place filled with murderers and angels, pale girls in black velvet, a Beast in a labyrinth and an Earl who holds Court in a tube train. It is strangely familiar yet utterly bizarre. Here is London Below, the city of people who have fallen between the cracks. And for Richard Mayhew, it's just the beginning. NEIL GAIMAN. WITH STORIES COME POSSIBILITIES. --- **Includes an introduction to the author's preferred text, How the Marquis Got His Coat Back short story, reading-group discussion questions, an 'Altogether Different Prologue' and an interview with Neil Gaiman**
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Type: BOOK - Published: 2007-02-14 - Publisher: DC
The comics adaptation of New York Times best-selling author Neil Gaiman's acclaimed novel is now available complete in one collection! Collecting all nine issues of the Vertigo maxiseries, this volume follows the adventures of an ordinary Londoner who stops to help an enigmatic girl and is drawn into a battle
Mike Carey's and Glenn Fabry's electric retelling of Neil Gaiman's classic novel of London magic and mysticism comes to a close as Door confronts her family's true killer and Richard must make a final decision between the London Above and the London Below.
Authors: Neil Gaiman, Mike Carey, Glenn Fabry, Tanya Horie
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Type: BOOK - Published: 2007 - Publisher: Titan Books (UK)
There are two Londons. London Above is our 'normal' world, and London Below, deep underground, is where the Black Friars and the Hammer Smith live alongside the rat-speakers, and the Earl's Court forever travels the Circle line... Now, Richard Mayhew's normal life will disappear as he's plunged into London Below,

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Here is a sampling of Alaska editorials:
July 18, 2018
Ketchikan Daily News: Proper process
The Ketchikan School Board has rightly ordered an independent investigation into a complaint regarding the case of a former high school culinary arts teacher accused of sexual abuse of a minor. The board also should ask the investigator to prepare a report that can be shared with the public.
The district's trust within the community depends upon it.
The board convened nine days ago in order to enter into an executive session for the purpose of talking with Superintendent Robert Boyle about the complaint. The complaint, according to School Board President Trevor Shaw, is in connection with the Superior Court case of Doug Edwards.
Edwards taught at Ketchikan High School for 15 years and since his May retirement has been charged with six felony counts of sexual abuse of a minor at the school and at First Baptist Church from where he was discharged as pastor immediately following allegations and his reported confession to police. Edwards has pleaded not guilty.
The board's discussion regarding the complaint took place in executive session because of the potential to prejudice the reputation and character of the superintendent, who, along with the board, is ultimately responsible for the district. While Boyle could have asked that the session be held in public, he didn't.
Following the session and in the public portion of the meeting, the board unanimously approved a motion for the district to hire an investigator.
The investigation is to include review of information permissible by state and federal law, including, but not limited to, Edwards' personnel file, possible disciplinary actions by the school district towards Edwards, interviews of pertinent students and parents, and interviews of past and current district staff. In other words, the board seeks a thorough investigation. That is exactly what the public expects and should be entitled to, given the district has the responsibility of more than 2,000 students when school is in session and clearly at least one student wasn't protected adequately if Edwards' confession is evidence of that and he is ultimately convicted and sentenced.
Days after Edwards was arraigned, the Daily News filed a public records request with the school district and the Ketchikan Gateway Borough in an attempt to gain answers to questions being expressed by members of the public.
The request sought information similar to what the investigator will be asked to review and report back to the board upon.
Specifically, the request asked about any possible allegations of inappropriate conduct or contact, sexual or not, with students and/or staff during Edwards' term with the district.
It also asked for information on the nature of Edwards' retirement and whether any conduct during Edwards' term with the district was subject of reporting to law enforcement or state agencies such as the Department of Health and Social Services, and Office of Children's Services.
Both entities responded promptly. The borough, of which the school district is an entity, stated that it didn't possess any of Edwards' records. The district supplied only copies of Edward's teaching certificate and his contract.
Meanwhile, at the School Board's meeting in regard to the complaint presented to the district in late June, the board agreed to spend up to $75,000 on its investigation, and like the Daily News, appears to recognize that this is an unusual case with significant public concern.
To restore trust with school officials and within the district, it is imperative that the public receive answers to its questions. Members of the public have said in some cases to the board they want to know what, if anything, the district knew in regard to Edwards behavior that might be relevant to the charges brought against him.
The public wants to know when the district knew the information, how it handled the information, and why it handled the information that way. The public, however, would want the names of victims and complainants protected.
The public's peace of mind and the district's credibility predominate Edwards' right to privacy because of the atypical nature of the situation involving a teacher and pastor who held positions that minors are taught to trust and depend upon to protect them.
The superintendent, being a public official, undoubtedly would expect and welcome a complete review in a case such as this. It can serve to show the district acted appropriately, and identify, disprove or validate rumor and innuendo the district doesn't need as it moves beyond this scandal.
The public will be paying for the investigation, and, apparently, it has the potential to be paying a remarkable amount. Given that it's the public's money, the public should be privy to the investigation's results.
This is not the time for secrets. Secrets might be to blame for the situation. This is the time for transparency.
Shaw told the Daily News on Tuesday that he has begun contacting firms and potential investigators who might be able to oversee an investigation. Shaw, along with whomever is hired, the borough attorney and school officials are expected to write and/or review a contract, he says, which he hopes to present to the board at its next regular meeting July 25.
The goal of the investigation is to determine whether the district followed its policies and procedures, he says.
The result of the investigation will be a written report, he adds, pointing out that portions of it will be confidential and other portions will be made public.
He says the board ultimately will decide what it believes needs to be confidential and what it wants released to the public, acknowledging that enough has to be released to give the public confidence in the school system and the people responsible for it.
To be completely successful in that regard, the public's questions will have to be answered, too.
This very public case is the public's business. It involves the community's children, and, no responsible adult in Ketchikan should have any doubt that the children are being protected while in the district's care.
The School Board has begun the proper process.
July 15, 2018
Fairbanks Daily News-Miner: Hunting rules should be adopted
The Humane Society of the United States recently commissioned a five-question survey concerning a proposed change to hunting rules in Alaska, then released a statement saying the majority of Alaskans and the majority of Americans oppose these hunting rule changes. Once again, a special interest group from Outside is trying to influence policy in Alaska. And once again, a special interest group fails to understand Alaska.
The National Park Service is proposing a reversal of 2015 hunting rules in Alaska's national preserves not to be confused with national park land a reversal which would ultimately realign the hunting rules on these federal lands with those rules in place on state hunting lands. Preserves are similar to national parks in that they are designed to protect the natural resources within. However, preserves are less restrictive with regards to resource extraction. Hunting, trapping and oil and gas development can be permitted in a national preserve. Preserves are often used as a conservation buffer zone near national parks or national monuments. Should the proposed rule changes be implemented, the following hunting practices would be allowed in Alaska's national preserves:
. Taking a black bear, including cubs and sows with cubs, in their dens while using an artificial light;
. Using bait to attract then harvest black and brown bears;
. Taking wolves and coyotes, including pups, during the denning season;
. Taking swimming caribou, including hunting caribou from motorboats;
. Using dogs to hunt black bears.
At first glance, these hunting practices may be seem unsporting or even inhumane. So, when survey participants were asked questions such as "Do you support or oppose a new proposal to again allow the killing of swimming caribou, including with motor-powered boats, on National Preserves in Alaska?" it's not surprising that 75 percent of respondents said "oppose" while only 22 percent were in favor of the practice.
It might surprise people to know that these practices, such as hunting a bear and her cubs in a den and hunting swimming caribou, have been practiced for time immemorial by Alaska's inhabitants. Hunting a swimming caribou is efficient. Taking a bear and her cubs in winter provides access to fresh meat when game is scarce. Living a subsistence lifestyle is not a game. It's not about sport, it's about survival.
In fall 2017, while debating the issue of taking bears in their dens at an Alaska Board of Game meeting, Arnold Demoski, of Nulato, said, "Eliminating a longstanding customary and traditional harvesting practice is wrong. Taking away a food source is wrong. This traditional knowledge has been passed on for generations and generations. . Our ancestors have had a very strong connection with animals and we still do to this day. We do not disrespect any animals of any kind."
All of these proposed hunting methods are already allowed on state lands. Only bear baiting is commonly practiced throughout the state. The other hunting practices are used on a very small scale, mostly by people living in rural areas who live a subsistence lifestyle.
To believe that Alaska is going to see a spike in bear sows and their cubs being hunted in their dens or an increase in any of these hunting practices, if this rule change is applied, is folly. Under the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act, the state was given the right to manage fish and wildlife on the millions of acres of federal lands in Alaska. Allowing the rule change to be applied is the right thing to do under ANILCA. And the state has done a better job of managing its wildlife for a sustainable yield as mandated by the Alaska Constitution than any government in the Lower 48. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game will continue to do so should the rule change go into effect. Allowing these hunting practices on the national preserves will have a negligible impact on animal populations.
No doubt, these animals bears, wolves and caribou have value in just being alive. No doubt, these animals attract tourists to Alaska who spend millions of dollars here each year. But these animals also have value in their meat, fur and bones to the Alaskans who choose to hunt them. Prohibiting these hunting practices on national preserves tramples on the state's right to manage its wildlife.


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Synergy Bank Receives Corporate Mark of Honor
Synergy Bank was recently awarded the Corporate Mark of Honor from the Nicholls State University (Nicholls) Alumni Federation at its Awards for Excellence ceremony on March 28, 2014. Each year, the Nicholls Alumni Federation recognizes alumni, students, faculty and businesses who have contributed to the university and their community.
"It is our pleasure to have the opportunity to recognize the members of our community who have done so much for Nicholls and the surrounding areas," said Monique Crochet, Alumni Federation Director. "Synergy truly appreciates the value of Nicholls and its educational mission that we strive to enhance every day."
"Synergy Bank recognizes the important role Nicholls State University plays in our community and our region," said Jerry said Jerry Ledet, Synergy Bank President and CEO. "We are proud to support the University and are honored to be the 2014 Nicholls Alumni Foundation Corporate Mark of Honor recipient."
Synergy Bank and Sponsors set to kick-off Lemonade Day in the Bayou Region
Today, organizers, sponsors and partners of Lemonade Day Louisiana announced plans to further expand the annual event to the Bayou Region on Saturday, May 3, 2014.
"We are excited that our community is participating in Lemonade Day and developing the next generation of business and community leaders. Lemonade Day provides a great opportunity for our young people to actively learn about business, leadership, and team work, said Terrebonne Parish President Michel Claudet.
Lemonade Day Louisiana is a free, statewide educational initiative designed to teach children how to start, own and operate their own lemonade business. It is a fun, entrepreneurial and experiential learning program for all children, ages 4 – 18.
More than 17,000 youth across Louisiana are expected to participate in the program.
"Synergy Bank is proud to support Lemonade Day," added Jerry Ledet, Synergy Bank President. "We recognize that through financial education and the promotion of the spirit of entrepreneurship to our youth we are contributing to the economic growth and well-being of the Bayou Region."
Young entrepreneurs are provided with a free backpack which contains detailed support materials including an Entrepreneur Workbook, Marketing Tips and Caring Adult Guide to help them establish their lemonade stand. These "lemonaders" are advised to spend a little, save a little and share a little, donating a portion of their proceeds to a local charity of their choice. After covering their expenses and paying back their investors, children are encouraged to open a youth savings account.
"We were once a food start up ourselves," said Donny Rouse of his family's company, Rouses Markets. "Lemonade Day gives our next generation of food entrepreneurs a head start."
Registered "lemonaders" can set up their lemonade stands in the Courthouse Square at the Houma Downtown Market from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 3rd. Those participants will have a chance to win prizes from local sponsors including Raising Cane's, Rouses Supermarkets, and Synergy Bank. Awards will be given for the most creative stand and for the best tasting lemonade.
Students can register for Lemonade Day online at www.louisiana.lemonadeday.org. Onsite registration is available at the Terrebonne Parish Library, the Lady Bug Ball on April 5th at Southdown Plantation, and at Synergy Bank on Synergy Center Boulevard.
Once registered, kids can pick up their free backpacks at Raising Cane's, Rouses Supermarkets, Terrebonne Parish Main Library and Synergy Bank on Synergy Center Boulevard in Houma.
Students who wish to set up a lemonade stand at the Downtown Market on May 3rd, should contact Katie Portier, email@example.com or call 985-851-3341, to sign up.
Lemonade Day Louisiana was founded in 2010, by entrepreneurs John Georges and Todd Graves and has grown tremendously over the last few years. More than 50,000 kids have participated in the program since 2010. Louisiana is one of more than 40 regions in the U.S. and Canada to participate in Lemonade Day.
For information about sponsorships, partnerships or donations, please contact Lemonade Day Statewide Director Dana Hansel at firstname.lastname@example.org.
Synergy Bank Celebrates 15 Years Strong
Synergy Bank proudly celebrated its 15 year anniversary March 10, 2014.
Formed in 1998, Synergy Bank was created from a vision to be a new type of financial institution – a bank true to our local values and our commitment to help foster the growth and prosperity of our community and citizens. Fifteen years later, we are still true to our mission and work hard to bring our customers the service they expect from their local bank.
We thank our loyal customers who have given us the opportunity to serve them over the years, as well as our dedicated employees for their years of service to our customers and community
Synergy 50+ Club Welcomes Mardi Gras with Second Line
The Synergy 50+ Club kicked off the 2014 Mardi Gras season with their first event of the year. Surrounded by the beautiful floats of the Krewe of Houmas, guests dined on delicious jambalaya, fried catfish, and white beans. After eating a delicious meal followed by sampling a variety of King Cake flavors and fillings from four local bakeries, guests took their seats for the night's entertainment.
The Big Fun Brass Band of New Orleans got their toes tapping with the sounds of their 9-piece horn players. Next, Arthur Hardy took the stage to share his interesting stories and experiences as the "World's Foremost Authority on Mardi Gras." In his humorous presentation, he gave us a behind-the-scenes look at his coverage of Mardi Gras including his interactions with many celebrities.
Because no Mardi Gras party is complete without one, the Big Fun Brass Band led our guests in a joyous second line filled with Mardi Gras beads and umbrellas.
The Synergy 50+ Club is open to all Synergy Bank customers who are 50 years of age and older. Invitations are sent to all of these customers so there is no need to enroll. We hope to see you at our next event.
Synergy Bank Brings a Winter Wonderland to Town
Synergy Bank hosted its second annual Winter Wonderland held at Southdown Plantation and Museum on Saturday, December 14. Children of all ages loved ice skating, sliding down the 90-foot toboggan slide and playing in 10 tons of real snow. They also enjoyed taking a horse-drawn carriage ride and Christmas train ride, participating in giant snowball races, and learning about animals at the Audubon ZOOmobile.
Kids were delighted to meet Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, and many elves. The event also had balloon animals, face painting, a Christmas photo booth, Christmas crafts, and a gingerbread bounce house.
"We wanted to provide the community with a free winter festival that they could enjoy with their families," Jerry Ledet, Synergy Bank President & CEO, said. "We put together an event that we thought not only our community would enjoy, but would also be proud of."
The event was free to the public. Food and drinks were provided by Southdown Plantation, where profits went to the Terrebonne Historical and Cultural Society to help preserve the history of Terrebonne Parish.


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Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, flushing, or skin/nail color changes may occur. Nausea and vomiting can be severe. In some cases, your doctor may prescribe medication to prevent or relieve nausea and vomiting. Eating several small meals, not eating before treatment, or limiting activity may help lessen some of these effects. If these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
This medication may cause your urine to turn a reddish color. This is a normal, harmless effect of the drug that usually stops within 2 days after each dose and should not be mistaken for blood in your urine.
Temporary hair loss is a common side effect. Normal hair growth should return after treatment has ended.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
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Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are using this medication.
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Caution is advised when using this drug in children because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug, especially effects on the heart.
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This medication can affect menstruation in females and cause premature menopause. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for details.
This medication is not recommended for use during pregnancy. It may harm an unborn baby. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, tell your doctor right away. Women of child-bearing age and men using this medication should use reliable forms of birth control (such as birth control pills, condoms) to prevent pregnancy. Consult your doctor for details and to discuss effective forms of birth control.
It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.
Some products that may interact with this drug include: cimetidine, other drugs that may affect the heart (including trastuzumab, anthracyclines such as doxorubicin).
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Years ago a friend dragged me to a meeting where the main topic was how to create jobs.
It was after the house-market crash; the local economy at a standstill.
Elected officials, together with local business leaders, were trying to find ways to make it attractive for big employers to relocate to our town.
Someone suggested starting to look at California and New York.
Since I was familiar with California, I did speak-up to caution against recruiting efforts in the southern part of California.
Because of all the advantages offered by Mexico and Maquiladora plants, it would be difficult to entice those employers.
Cash-strapped governments bending over backwards to create jobs
Governments (city, state, national) are bending over backward to attract big companies: it’s good for the economy.
Big companies (like Amazon, Google, and Apple) want their stockholders to get the highest possible return on their investments.
These and other multinational companies strategically choose countries with the most advantageous tax policies.
They want to keep their operating costs, as well as tax liabilities, at the bare minimum.
However, we are starting to see these types of arrangements being dismantled by higher regulatory bodies.
$348 million tax bill
Apple Inc. is required to pay $348 million to Italy’s taxing authorities.
Allegedly Apple did not meet its Italian tax obligations for the past six years.
Further investigation (by Italians) is pending regarding its 2008-2013 taxable income. Apple appears to have allocated profits to its Irish subsidiary.
If that proves to be true, the company will owe more than $900 million in taxes.
Is the Irish government wrong for allowing this?
The European Union seems to think so. Last year they accused Ireland of bending international tax rules and letting Apple to shelter billions in profits.
The Irish did this in return for jobs.
Changes in the world of tax compliance
Last year more than 70 Swiss banks have avoided prosecution by disclosing information on their U.S. clients.
According to Justice Department, since 2009 more than $8 billion have been collected (in back taxes, interest and penalties)
The world of tax and tax compliance is going through tremendous changes.
Things are much more transparent than they used to be.
Speaking of money and privilege, Franklin D. Roosevelt said it best:
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of those who have much;
it is whether we provide enough
for those who have too little.”
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