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Bread for the City strongly encourages the DC Council to vote “no” on Chairman Mendelson’s proposed amendment to the eviction moratorium, the Coronavirus Public Health Extension Emergency Act of 2021. Landlords are currently prohibited from serving eviction notices and filing new eviction cases against tenants for the nonpayment of rent.
The murder trial of Derek Chauvin ended yesterday with an appropriate yet atypical measure of accountability: guilty on all counts. Still, justice is far from done. George Floyd, whose life was taken over a $20 bill, is still gone, and in the weeks leading up to today’s verdict, the murders of many others including Daunte Wright, Adam Toledo, and in the DC area, James Johnson and Dominique Williams were all committed by police officers.
Join George Jones and the Urban Institute and the Urban–Greater DC initiative for a virtual discussion on prioritizing equitable vaccine distribution to advance the health and safety of the public and protect vulnerable communities in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV).
Natalie Randolph, Director of Equity, Justice, and Community at Sidwell Friends School, was recently voted onto the Bread for the City Board of Directors. An alumna of Sidwell Friends, Natalie returned to her alma mater in 2019 following 16 years of service to the District of Columbia – first with the Department of Public Works and then as a middle and high school teacher.
In this week’s Black History Month segment, we highlighted DC Statehood.
Last week, the mayor hosted the Virtual 2021 Budget Engagement Forums, an opportunity for DC residents to tell the mayor’s office what values they want to see reflected in this year’s budget. Bread for the City, as a member of the DC Healthcare Alliance Coalition, called on the mayor to fund a simple but essential improvement to DC’s low-income immigrant health insurance program. We want the mayor to change the DC Healthcare Alliance recertification period from six months to one year.
In this week’s Black History Month segment, we highlighted Initiative 77, a voter-approved ballot initiative to phase out the minimum wage exemption for tipped employees.

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Who’s ready to go nuts? Check out Planters’ ‘Nutmobile,’ which is now open for business but only if you win a spot.
The 26-foot-long ‘peanut on wheels’ is now located on a waterfront property in Duluth, Minnesota.
It costs $3.59 to rent -- the same price as a jar of Planters Peanuts, but there’s only a single booking for a two-night stay in the giant peanut.
The winner will also get a $1,500 travel stipend and of course, plenty of peanuts. .
To enter, visit the competition website.

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Yesterday's voting in the District Level Elections received a terrible low patronage throughout the country. ADM's monitoring team to some centers reveals patronage was at its lowest erb.
At the Achimota Saint Johns School, with a total number of 650 people, only 200 people had voted. Though the voting materials arrived on time, says the Presiding officer.
At Lapaz, most of the polling stations had low patronage. The Presiding members complained that voter turn out have been very terrible as compared to last year.
At the Christ the King School Polling Station of Lakoo Electoral Area, with 450 people expected to vote, only 150 had voted. Though electoral materials arrived late, the Presiding Officer, Mr. Mensah Bokor said late arrival of material is not a contributing factor.
At the BOD Polling Station of the Lakoo Electoral Area in the Dade Kotopon Constituency station, which is considered to be the most highly contested seat, though the atmosphere was much tensed, voter turn out was not encouraging, despite most of the candidates moved from house to house encouraging people to come out and vote.
The Presiding Officer of the Station refused to talk to the media, claiming that they had been told during their training not to talk to journalists.
The five candidates contesting the electoral seat are the incumbent Ms Freda Prempeh, 40, a Public Relations Officer; Aaron Anang Akrong, Daniel Mensah Odoi, Esther Obetsebi-Lamptey, Businesswoman and Joseph Christopher Bruce.
It was not only the Greater Accra Region that experienced the low turn-outs. ADM's regional sources reported of the same occurrences at their various regions.
Speaking to the ADM, a Director of the Operations Department of the Electoral Commission, Mr. Dankwah attributed the low patronage to lack of commitment. "We have done all the education we need to do but I think the people are not committed", he said.
He added: "Our people are under this hot sun waiting for people in vain. We made sure that all the necessary logistics are there& we did a lot of education to wipe up interest, but people still do not see that this election is like the national".
Yesterday's elections ADM was told was the worst patronized in the history of such elections.


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Ocean Seminar Series: Dr. Paul Hill
Dr. Paul Hill, Professor and Chair
Department of Oceanography
Title: Competent vs. Observed Grain Size on the Seabed of the Gulf of Maine and Bay of Fundy
Abstract: The output of a 3-D tidal circulation model and nearly 10,000 sediment samples are used to compare observed and competent grain sizes on the floor Gulf of Maine and Bay of Fundy. Competent grain size is largest grain size that a flow is capable of mobilizing. Competent and observed grain sizes have similar broad spatial distributions. Coarser observed grain sizes are found in regions of larger stress and associated coarser competent grain sizes, and finer observed sizes are found in regions with finer competent sizes. Areas in which competent sizes are finer than observed sizes likely have significant sources of seabed stress that are not included in the model, specifically from waves and subtidal flows. Areas in which competent sizes are coarser than observed sizes likely are regions where sediment input into the region overwhelms the ability of nearbed flows to transport sediment away from the region, leaving the seabed with a texture similar to that of the supply. The results indicate that sediment texture is unlikely to change greatly if large-scale tidal power development is pursued in Minas Passage. Forecast changes of sediment texture in the Gulf of Maine are small, and in the Bay of Fundy, sediment texture is unlikely to change because it is dominated by sediment supply, which should not be impacted by tidal power development.
Room LSC 3655, LSC/Oceanography Wing

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TONIGHT — Dickey Betts & Great Southern Grizzly Circus, Northern Towns, Marasol
Dickey Betts brings his Great Southern Grizzly Circus to the Belly Up tonight, headlining the concert listings in...
TONIGHT — Talib Kweli + DJ Hi Tek, Diana Krall, Anti-Monday League
After one heck of a weekend for the San Diego music scene, all is quiet on this Monday...
TONIGHT — Alan Parsons Project, NPMT Kickoff Party, Airborne Toxic Event, Particle, Sprung Monkey
Here's the listing of concerts to catch around San Diego for Friday, August 7, 2009.
North Park Music Thing complete schedule
The North Park Music Thing (formerly "North By North Park") is back, and takes over the neighborhood this...
Previewing this weekend’s North Park Music Thing
Presenting you with some excellent performers is The North Park Music Thing, an event that will host the...
TONIGHT – Toots & the Maytals @ Belly Up, Anti-Monday League @ Casbah
Bored on a Monday night? Go see some shows! Here are tonights highlights around San Diego.

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Room 137, Bureau of Mines Building
Laramie, WY 82071
Phone: (307) 766-2929
December 17, 2014 — University of Wyoming atmospheric science researchers recently secured a $1.15 million National Science Foundation (NSF) grant to study storms that occur at night in the southern Great Plains.
December 17, 2014 — The University of Wyoming’s efforts to combat diseases affecting wildlife, livestock and humans in the state have received a boost with the arrival of a new faculty member in UW’s Department of Veterinary Sciences.
December 16, 2014 — The University of Wyoming played a key role in a nearly decade-long study by the state that concluded cloud seeding has some effect, with a 5-15 percent positive impact on snow accumulation shown after the weather modification technique is used.
December 15, 2014 — Ellen Currano works in a field in which women are traditionally underrepresented, but with the help of a recent grant award, she hopes to portray that it is a suitable job for a woman.
December 10, 2014 — Next year, the Michael B. Enzi STEM Facility is scheduled to open and play an important role in the University of Wyoming’s Science Initiative that focuses on active learning. Two UW professors are already ahead of the curve.
December 9, 2014 — Two University of Wyoming graduates played key roles in last week’s successful NASA test flight of a spacecraft designed to eventually take humans to Mars.
December 8, 2014 — Wyoming’s struggling mule deer populations are receiving significant attention from University of Wyoming researchers, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department and others, with at least five studies underway that could assist efforts to enhance deer numbers and their habitats.
December 8, 2014 — The University of Wyoming has been designated as a “Top School” in the Military Advanced Education’s (MAE) latest issue of “Guide to Colleges and Universities.” The guide measures best practices in military and veterans education.
December 4, 2014 — Two University of Wyoming researchers have found that scaling of cell and nuclear sizes shortly after fertilization contributes to the regulation of gene transcription and cell cycle elongation in African clawed frogs. Such scaling may have future implications for controlling the rate of cancerous growth in human cells.
December 16, 2014 — Students who take courses at Sheridan College and Gillette College now have the assurance that those courses will meet requirements for a bachelor’s degree in English at the University of Wyoming, as a result of a new articulation agreement between UW and the Northern Wyoming Community College District (NWCCD).
December 16, 2014 — Opportunities for agricultural producers, irrigation districts and other water users to develop small hydropower resources at existing water infrastructure will be covered in a series of meetings and roundtables in Worland, Powell and Basin Wednesday and Thursday, Jan. 7-8.
December 16, 2014 — The Northern Arapaho Endowment Scholarship Committee is accepting applications from full-time students for scholarship awards at the University of Wyoming. The scholarships are for the 2015 summer session and the 2015-16 academic year.
December 12, 2014 — Lynne Cheney and her husband, former Vice President Dick Cheney, will visit the University of Wyoming Tuesday, Feb. 17, for a public discussion and book signing in conjunction with her new book, “James Madison: A Life Reconsidered.”
December 11, 2014 — Links to the University of Wyoming’s WyoCast system have been established for people to view public presentations for all three finalists for the position of dean of the College of Engineering and Applied Science.
December 11, 2014 — Presentation proposals are being accepted through Friday, Jan. 30, for the annual Shepard Symposium on Social Justice at the University of Wyoming. The 19th annual event is April 8-11.
December 11, 2014 — Next week is the final opportunity to view two exhibitions at the University of Wyoming Art Museum.
December 17, 2014 — With the third finalist scheduled to give a public presentation this afternoon, the search committee for a new dean of the University of Wyoming College of Engineering and Applied Science is seeking input on the candidates.
December 15, 2014 — The WyoOne ID office will move temporarily Jan. 2-12 while new carpet is installed in its regular office in Room 28 of Knight Hall.
December 1, 2014 — Donations are now being accepted for the University of Wyoming’s 2014 Holiday Food Drive, sponsored by the Staff and Faculty Senates and UW Transit and Parking Services.
December 12, 2014 — These are among the construction activities scheduled Dec. 14-20 at the University of Wyoming.
December 12, 2014 — These are among the activities scheduled Dec. 15-21 at the University of Wyoming:
December 15, 2014 — State, national and international media frequently feature the University of Wyoming and members of its community in stories. Here is a summary of some of the recent articles where UW is making the news.
December 15, 2014 — Barbie doll figures and super model-thin looks were challenged in a poster campaign titled “Real Women, Real Bodies” at the University of Wyoming, and that, in turn, has led to a club that teaches students to accept the way they look.
December 12, 2014 — A weekly look at Wyoming business questions from the Wyoming Small Business Development Center (WSBDC), part of WyomingEntrepreneur.Biz, a collection of business assistance programs at the University of Wyoming.
November 25, 2014 — A monthly look at the night skies of the northern Rocky Mountains, written by astronomers Ron Canterna, University of Wyoming, and Jay Norris, Challis, Idaho Observatory.
December 10, 2014 — OK, admit it. You like the Christmas song, “White Christmas.” Or at least you did until you heard it too many times as muzak. Well, maybe I am overdoing it. But, even if only half of us enjoy the song, that fact illustrates the piece’s popularity and success. In fact, this song may be the best-liked song in the USA, and not just for Christmas. It has been recorded more times and those recordings have sold more copies than any other song.

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Enterprise Architectures (EAs) contain all the internal and external aspects of your organization, including all the "Ws", like what you do, why you do it, how you do it, who you need to do it, etc. EAs not only represent your current state but also allow you to visualize a desirable future and communicate to others the rationale for change.
Over the years, we found that companies usually face issues like:
Much time is spent re-discovering current state instead of working on addressing their issues.
Documentation is outdated soon after projects are over.
Structured information is disconnected from diagrams.
Changes do not propagate through all the disconnected documents.
Artifacts show business viewpoints rather poorly.
Many important links among People, Process and Technology are not evident.
It is difficult to have a holistic view of the characteristics and life cycle status of all the moving parts required to run the organization.
It is difficult to visualize the full impact of change, which underestimates risks and complexity of projects, and usually leads to overruns in cost and time, or in harsh reductions in scope to meet budgets.
Many organizations came to the realization that the only way to address these problems is to implement and maintain an Enterprise Architecture Repository (EAR), to centrally manage the information about their organizations.
They quickly become aware that doing this requires heavy lifting in four areas:
Defining and naming the entities, relationships, and attributes (usually called the "EAR metamodel") and agreeing on the required classifiers and their valid options.
Capturing, cleansing, normalizing, and summarizing large amounts of information, to be able to present calls to action using perspectives that are relevant to many different audiences.
Creating and embedding solid processes to maintain the currency of the EAR, recognizing that organizations are in constant evolution and that decisions need relatively current information.
Accepting that it is not possible to capture and maintain everything from day one, that the footprint of the EAR will be expanded, and that its content details will increase over time.
Libra’s unique Enterprise Architecture Repository (EAR) Managed Services is a unique combination of proven methodologies, experienced talent, and practical tools that effectively address these four requirements.
Advice on where to start and how to evolve your EAR.
Definition of the Enterprise Architecture Metamodel (all element types, attributes, and relationships) required to represent your company’s Operational, Motivational, and Transformational domains.
Provision of a cloud-based, SOC-2 Type 2 Enterprise Architecture Repository based on Ardoq.
SSO based on a connection to your Microsoft Active Directory.
No limitation imposed on the number of Applications, Interfaces, Technologies, Vendors, Organization Units, Business Roles, People, Companies, Products, Capabilities, Processes, Strategies, Projects, Risks, Contracts, Rights, etc.
Definition of the Application, Technologies, Information, and Capability reference models and all other classifiers that may be required.
Data Capture through interviews and existing documents.
Alignment with your internal processes to keep information current.
Preparation and administration of surveys to maintain data currency and enhance data quality.
Data cleansing, de-duplication, renaming, and preparation for upload.
Manual data entries and data extractions.
Preparation of dashboards, reports, and presentations.
Ongoing Data Quality Management.
Data backups and restores.
Cadence meetings to understand upcoming needs and ensure satisfaction.


text: When We Were Birds by UEA writer Ayanna Lloyd Banwo has been longlisted for the 2023 OCM Bocas Prize for Caribbean Literature, sponsored by One Caribbean Media. Her novel is on a shortlist of three titles in the running for the Fiction category of the prize. Ayanna (pictured) is from Trinidad and graduated from the University of the West Indies before gaining an MA in Creative Writing (Prose Fiction) at UEA in 2018. She is currently completing her PhD in Creative & Critical Writing. When We Were Birds was published by Hamish Hamilton last year and is currently also longlisted for the Authors Club Best First Novel Award. Ayanna was also announced last year as one of the two winners of the Eccles Centre & Hay Festival Writer’s Award. The category winners of the 2023 OCM Bocas Prize will be announced on 2 April and the winner of the overall prize of $10,000 on 29 April.

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Chicago PMI slows in August (by Steve Goldstein)
WASHINGTON (MarketWatch) -- The Chicago business barometer, which also is called Chicago PMI, slowed in August to a 56.5% reading from 58.8% in July, as managers in the region reported slowing production and new orders and a shrinking in order backlogs. Economists polled by MarketWatch had anticipated a 53.0% reading. Any reading over 50% indicates expansion, and Chicago PMI has been in expansion territory for 23 straight months. The Chicago PMI is closely followed because it's the last major regional indicator before the national Institute for Supply Management's manufacturing gauge, which is due for release Thursday.


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The Have a Good Day Cafe
By Kirkus Reviews
An immigrant family adapts to life in America in this engaging look at their experience. The story stars a young boy named Mike and his grandmother, who has recently come from Korea to live with her son’s family. She is always thinking about life back home, Mike observes, as they pass the time at this parent’s food cart in the city. Potter’s delicate illustrations, which appear to be in pastel, reflect the hazy light of summer, and the family’s dismay as they contemplate closure: Competitors have crowded their corner. However, before long, Mike and his grandmother hatch a plan that not only reinvents the business, but also helps her to connect with the past while forging a new identity in America. A sensitive and inspiring portrait of a family’s triumph in the face of adversity.

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The actinide resources and production capabilities at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) are reviewed, including potential electromagnetic separation of rare radioactive materials. The first experiments at the Dubna Gas Filled Recoil Separator (DGFRS) with a new digital detection system developed at ORNL and University of Tennessee Knoxville (UTK) are presented. These studies used 240 Pu material provided by ORNL and mixed-Cf targets made at ORNL. The proposal to use an enriched 251 Cf target and a large dose of 58 Fe beam to reach the N = 184 shell closure and to observe new elements with Z = 124, 122 and 120 is discussed.
Rykaczewski, K. P., Roberto, J. B., Brewer, N. T., & Utyonkov, V. K. (2016). ORNL actinide materials and a new detection system for superheavy nuclei. In EPJ Web of Conferences (Vol. 131). EDP Sciences. https://doi.org/10.1051/epjconf/201613105005

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NY Thruway issues flooding alert in Mohawk Valley
CANAJOHARIE, N.Y. (AP) -- Motorists traveling on a stretch of the New York State Thruway in the Mohawk Valley are being advised to reduce their speed and be prepared to stop because of flooding along the highway.
The Thruway Authority has issued an alert warning of flooding on the eastbound lanes of Interstate 90 between Exit 29A at Little Falls in Herkimer County and Exit 29 at Canajoharie in neighboring Montgomery County. That stretch of I-90 runs along the Mohawk River, which has overflowed its banks in some areas Friday morning after heavy rain storms soaked the region.
The state police Thruway detail says the highway remains open in both directions and no accidents have been reported


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Being single is a state in which one isn’t taking part in a relationship with a partner. Although many tend to believe being single is a burden and a product of a great misfortune, it is, in reality, a matter of choice for many others. Many of us choose to go about their journey single, or at least for some part of their journey. Whether you have chosen this path or are in it for lack of a better option, experts say that being single has many benefits and advantages that can enhance your well-being.
Here are some of these benefits that might change your perspective on being single!
1.Being single can help You Know Yourself Better
Although many of us believe that spending time alone is a burden one must carry until a company presents itself to us in the form of a friend, a partner, or a family member. It is, in fact, an unavoidable part of our lives, and the more we try to enjoy it, the more it becomes a strength and a power that helps us face life with more courage. The truth is, when we grant ourselves the chance to deepen the knowledge of our being, we become more aware of our desires, our fears, our hopes, and dreams, and we also become more appreciative of the people we encounter. When we are comfortable being alone, we are also very selective regarding the people we allow in our lives, and we can give more, simply because our choice comes from a genuine place within us, which isn’t one of a necessity, but rather of pure love and understanding.
2. Being Single Can Help You Stay Focused
Being single simply means being uncommitted to a relationship or a person, but that doesn’t mean that we cannot be committed to other things in life. In reality, being single is a great time to focus on one’s career, studies, or even a greater cause. One does not always have to fall in love with a person. We can easily be passionate about painting, writing, or even volunteering at elderly homes or protecting the environment. This is when our focus can be placed on our career and studies, making us excel in our jobs and maybe climb the corporate leather faster. What’s to stop us?
After all, we must admit that committing to a hobby, a job, or even a cause is much easier than committing to a relationship involving two individuals with totally different backgrounds, beliefs, and habits. “Am I in love? Absolutely. I’m in love with ancient philosophers, foreign painters, classic authors, and musicians who have died long ago. I’m a passionate lover. I fawn over these people. I have given them my heart and my soul. The trouble is, I’m unable to love anyone tangible. I have sacrificed a physical bond for a metaphysical relationship. I am the ultimate idealistic lover.” – James Dean
3. Flexible On Your Own Terms
There is a lot of flexibility that comes with leading a single life. The world is a sea of opportunities, and the options are simply unlimited. It all comes down to one single point: whether we seize these opportunities or pass by unaware of their presence. Being single gives us this flexibility of choice without considering someone else’s opinion or circumstances surrounding the relationship. When an opportunity presents itself to us, we can simply choose to give it a shot. For instance, if we get a dream job offer on the other side of the hemisphere, we will not have to think twice about it. Whether we decide to join the peace corps, apply for an MBA, or go on a silent meditation trip to India, the choice will be completely ours.
4. Making The Right Choices
Embracing being single is acknowledging this fact as a choice rather than a misfortune. This allows you to change your perspective on relationships, so when you meet someone you know, you feel more confident and reassured of your choice because it was not just a random selection. Embracing the single life gives you time to reflect on what you want from a relationship and whether you are ready for it or not, making you more prone to choosing a healthy and mature partner. This confidence you gain goes beyond your choice of partners. It also helps you know your limits in terms of communicating with other people. Whether it’s your colleagues at work, classmates, siblings, or neighbors, you’ll know when your line is being crossed.
5. Emotional Independence
Emotional intelligence is a concept that has been surfacing and gaining a lot of popularity ever since the beginning of the decade. It has been defined as; “the ability to recognize one’s own emotions and those of others, all while uncovering each emotion separately and using it as a liable information to guide our approach in life, and also adjust it when needed to adapt to new environments and solve complex issues.” Being single allows you to become more emotionally intelligent, and therefore emotionally independent. This means that you don’t need anyone’s validation or approval to feel whatever you are feeling at that exact moment.
Some of us are more introverted than others. Some are versatile and can be extremely extroverted under the right circumstances while having a need for introversion every now and then. Anxiety, stress, feeling too much, and being numb at times, are things we can all relate to, yet none of us fully comprehend it. More often than not, we give ourselves and others a hard time allowing these feelings to surface, while it is a completely natural and human thing. Being single is a great way to work on our emotional independence, making us good and active members of our communities. When the time is right, we will be healthy partners, good parents, loyal friends, and compassionate individuals.
6. The Best Of Both Worlds
Being single doesn’t mean you’re completely off the dating scene. In fact, it allows getting the best of both worlds. You enjoy the freedom and flexibility that comes with not being officially committed to anyone while getting all the fun from meeting new people and going on blind dates. Flirting is a natural and enjoyable way of boosting your self-confidence, all while having a good time. Genuine fluid flirting is also a great way to connect with others and improve your social skills, not to mention that casual dating is almost like an ‘internship’ for future relationships.
7. Being Single Can Help You Find The Right Balance
Being single doesn’t mean that you are completely illiterate about romantic relationships. This time only allows you to compare and reflect on your previous relationships, or those of the people you love, like your parents or friends. It is undeniable that these relationships have affected you in a way or another. Therefore it is very important to understand its impacts and try to find your balance. This balance is made of all the lessons you’ve learned in the past and things you saw in your surroundings. It is a self-balance that allows you to stay grounded and recognize patterns of behavior either in yourself or others, and know how to deal with them, even when it gets overwhelming.
8. Taking It Lightly
Relationships, although enjoyable, can be mentally exhausting. Your brain is constantly occupied because it is digesting your own thoughts and emotions and those of your partner. Having this space of clearness in your mind allows you to lighten up your approach to life. You don’t always have to overthink things or have to guess because you’re dealing only with emotions that are yours. On some occasions, you might have to think of a friend’s problem or try to second doubt a work email. You’ll have all the space in your well-rested brain to digest it objectively.
9. Taking Responsibility For Your Finances
Many people believe that one of the positive aspects of relationships is having a cooperative approach to finances, meaning there are many shared finances and planning involved. On the other hand, being single means having no shared expenses or financial responsibilities, which puts you in the front, in terms of managing your own money. Of course, you’ll be drowned in some impulsive buying or excessive spending every now and then, but you’ll learn from it because you’ll be the one dealing with the minus in your bank balance.
When you’re in charge of your own finances, you’ll be able to adjust it to your own needs and wants, and therefore establish a smart financial plan that works best for you. To sum up, human relationships of any shape and form can be quite challenging and consuming especially romantic ones. Romantic relationships take a lot of commitment, understanding, self-awareness, and empathy because you’re not only responsible for your own well-being but also that of your partner. That is why one must not rush into one, out of fear of staying single, because there are many ways this latter can improve our lives and prepare us to become better individuals and healthier partners.

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KATONAH, NY—IBM's Deep Blue, the chess supercomputer that recently contended with world chess champion Gary Kasparov, was beaten up Monday by a Macintosh Performa 6400CD, one of the most popular home computers on the market.The attack occured at approximately 3 p.m., shortly after a 60 Minutes piece on Deep Blue finished taping at IBM headquarters. The Performa reportedly entered Deep Blue's work station and pounded aggressively at the cabinet housing the chess computer's logic board, spilled coffee on its keyboard and inserted several paper clips into its ventilation slots. Deep Blue was not badly damaged.
Deep Blue's programmers expressed outrage over the incident. "This kind of thing makes me furious, as Deep Blue is extremely sensitive to teasing from more popular computers," said programmer David Wembley. "Almost as sensitive as it is to Capablanca gambits."
Added Wembley: "We are currently coding a subroutine into Deep Blue explaining to it that when you're the best at something, other computers sometimes have difficulty with that and feel they have to take you down a notch."
Macintosh spokesman Guy Kawasaki described the beating as "unfortunate," but added that "when you're as powerful and popular as the 6400, with its huge 2.4GB hard drive, lightning-quick 200MHz PowerPC 603e processor and sales topping $150 million in the past three months alone, sometimes you wind up stepping on some toes."
Some industry observers believe the Performa's bullying is motivated by and indicative of deep personal insecurities.
"The Performa, one of the most popular home computers in the history of the industry, has much to be proud of," Mac World columnist and licensed therapist Mitch Gallagher said. "But for all of its success, I believe the Performa still harbors a lot of nagging self-doubt, because no matter what it does, its sales figures still always seem to lag behind those of its PC-compatible peers."
"Sometimes," continued Gallagher, "all the storage capacity in the world isn't enough to make a computer feel good about itself."
It is also rumored that things have not been going well at Apple headquarters, leading some to believe that the Performa may be under a good deal of stress. "Financial losses and layoffs at Apple have probably made the Performa feel as though its world has been turned upside-down," Wired's Ted Fraschilla said. "When that happens, a computer can feel as though it has no control over its environment. This may have caused the Performa to commit what amounts to exercising control over Deep Blue."
Employees laid off in recent months include key members of the Performa's development team, programmers the PC had known all its life.
If the Performa is involved in more misbehavior, the Federal Trade Commission may mandate a recall. Apple has urged the FTC that such an action would only make things worse for the Performa instead of better.The last thing Performa needs right now is to be told that it is a bad computer," Apple president Gilbert Amelio said. "A recall would in effect do that. We are sure that Performa owners will be pleased in the future by the performance of their PC, both in its ability to perform assigned tasks and in how it gets along with other machines."


With a 4-kilowatt transceiver inside, the DRS4DL Radar from Furuno doubles the available power of the previous model in the same 19-inch radome.
You can go big, but don’t forget to keep it simple.
Do you really need more than a tablet and some apps to navigate?
Remote-mic VHF setups do more than ever. What will they do for you?
The speed of today’s electronics may present boaters with overwhelming amounts of data in the blink of an eye, but it’s more than processing power that lets these devices deliver...
In reporting a story on VHF capabilities and second-station and wireless-remote mics, the sources to whom I spoke mentioned the importance of carrying a handheld VHF for that...
Electronic charts are great, no doubt. But the second you start thinking they’re foolproof is the second you’re in trouble. Here’s how to avoid the pitfalls.
Good Electronics installers have seen it all. Let Them Help You See The Light.
The Vestas Wind debacle raises points about maximizing your radar picture.
Never before has the underwater picture around your boat been so useful, and it’s only getting better.
Your boat may be about to benefit from a worldwide competition to provide the best satellite navigation signals. Read all about it here.
If you are using a GPS, MFD, or cell phone that is less than a year or two old, there is a pretty good chance that you may be using Glonass as well as GPS without realizing it.
With the introduction of Simrad's open-array Halo radar, boaters get solid-state technology combined with a smart user interface.
Bertram is back with a powerful, seamlessly built 35-footer that’s as pretty as the sportfishing exemplar that inspired her, the iconic Bertram 31.
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Prasad Oak is an Indian actor, director and film producer, who primarily work in Marathi film and televisions. He is also a writer, singer, anchor and a poet. Oak started his career as assistant director for the play Premachi Goshta, with actors Shriram Lagoo and Nilu Phule. He got his breakthrough in Shree Adhikari Brother's TV serial Badini. His critically acclaimed role was in 'Andharyachya Parambya' which was a television series of famous movie 'Barister'. He has sung in movies including Doghat Tisra...Ata Sagal Visra and Joshi Ki Kamble. Oak has worked in more than 80 television serials.
Born on: 17 February, 1975
Born in: Pune, Maharashtra, India


Support Argentina's fight against Vulture Funds
Sign the global statement of support for Argentina as it takes on vulture funds in New York.
Argentina under attack
The ten-year battle between the government of Argentina and US speculators came to a head in a New York court on 27 February, in a case the Financial Times has called 'the sovereign debt trial of the century'. A ruling in the case is now expected in April.
Argentina's economy is being held to ransom by a small handful of very wealthy speculators - so-called 'vulture funds'. They bought up billions of dollars worth of Argentina's debt in the early 2000s when Argentina's economy was on its knees and its people were suffering horrendous poverty - and defaulting on its debts was the only option.
The vulture funds speculated on Argentina's crisis, buying debt in the hope that the country would go bankrupt, and refusing to join the vast majority of Argentina's 'creditors' in negotiating a reduction in the value of their debt (even though they only paid a fraction of the value of it in the first place). For more than a decade they have hounded Argentina for repayments - late last year going so far as to unilaterally seize its naval vessel, The Libertad, which spent three months detained in a port in Ghana. More >>
Judgement Day in New York
In November 2012 a New York court ruled that Argentina was obliged to pay $1.3 billion to vulture fund NML Capital, a subsidiary of hedge fund Elliot Associates which is owned by billionaire Paul Singer. It stated that if Argentina fails to pay this then it would have been judged to have defaulted once more on its debts. On 27 February 2013 the New York courts heard final arguments on Argentina's appeal against this verdict - a judgement is expected within two weeks.
We believe that there is no ethical justification for Argentina making this payment. These ‘vulture funds’ never lent money to Argentina. The debt that NML gambled on was bought cheaply, representing the extreme risk they were taking. They took that risk in the hope Argentina would pay them off rather than fight - and they lost.
Many of the debts Argentina owed had been continuously recycled since the time of the brutal military junta which ruled the country from 1976 to 1983. These debts have been effectively declared ‘odious’ by Federal Judge Jorge Ballester in 2000. Forty years ago, financial speculators profited from death and repression at the hands of Argentina’s dictatorship. Today NML and Elliot Associates seek to profit from the economic misery of Argentina’s people.
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Imagine watching a live theatre and engross yourself in the characters as the story unfolds. Suddenly, as the story approaches, you, as an audience get to choose the plot with your decision! Well, that’s what you can experience at the latest play ‘The Accused’ that is taking place in Dubai, this month.
Originally written by Jeffrey Archer, the play The Accused is a tense courtroom drama where the audience can participate actively and act as a jury to the situation as if they were in the Central Criminal Court at the Old Bailey.
As you watch the play you get to hear the evidence and testimonies and will be invited to deliver your verdict. Innocent or guilty? You decide.
Once the decision is made, the verdict will change the play itself. Did Dr Sherwood murder his wife? Was Jennifer Mitchell his mistress? Which of his explanations should you believe? How does his life change? All of these questions will be evaluated by the audience and one decision will change everything on the spot.
By leaving the decision in the hands of the audience, the play will keep you on the edge of your seats. Depending on your verdict, you finally discover the truth.
Written by Jeffrey Archer, the play is directed by Akansha Mittal Goenka, one of the co-founders of The Junction.
The production is taking place at The Junction at Alserkal in Dubai and will run from June 24 and June 25 at 7.30 PM and June 26 at 2.30 PM. The scheduled time for the play is two hours, and tickets start at Dhs100 per person.
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When: Wednesday, April 10, 2019, 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Where: The Brookings Institution, Falk Auditorium, 1775 Massachusetts Ave, NW, Washington, DC
The Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center invites you to a discussion on America’s debt and how we can better invest in the future. William Gale, the co-director of the Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center, will present an overview of his new book, “Fiscal Therapy: Curing America's Debt Addiction and Investing in the Future,” as part of the fourth annual Lubick Symposium. In his book, Gale explains that America faces two distinct but related challenges that policymakers must address in the coming years: tackling rising government debt while also restructuring taxes and spending for a more equitable and growth-oriented society. A keynote address and panel discussion will deepen the conversation by addressing the following:
This event will be live webcast.


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Right about now the people in the Clinton camp should be getting very nervous about the ongoing investigations into the Uranium One deal.
What must be most annoying for the Clinton team is that these investigations all started as a way to undermine the Trump administration and continue to push connections between Trump and Russia. Now, more than a year after the investigations began, it’s looking less likely than ever that President Trump did anything wrong… but the investigations seem to be zeroing in on key Clinton team members (including the Clintons themselves).
On Tuesday night Fox News Sean Hannity sat down to talk about the exploding scandal that is the Uranium One deal, and what it could mean for the Clinton family. Hannity spoke with investigative reporter Sara Carter of Circa, John Solomon of The Hill, and Victoria Toensing, an attorney representing the FBI informant who allegedly possesses documents on the sale of Canadian mining company ‘Uranium One’ to Russia interests back in 2010.
Now that the NDA (non disclosure agreement) has been lifted Circa’s Sara Carter is “reporting that she has received a treasure trove of documents that in fact prove tonight the FBI informant has knowledge of Russia’s involvement in uranium one.”
Not to be outdone, the Hill’s John Solomon had found even more dirt on this ugly Clinton led deal. Apparently, Solomon has learned that the FBI informant “has evidence, was on the inside, directly from Putin’s Russia, the push for nuclear fuel deals, and all the crimes we talked about, bribery, kickback, extortion, money laundering, racketeering, all knelt corroborating and will be corroborated even further. Go into your report.”
This is all about to get very ugly.
HANNITY: Breaking news tonight, the Hills John Solomon, investigative reporter Sara Carter, they released bombshell reports equally tonight. Solomon reporting according to the memos obtained, the FBI informant that now has had his NDA lifted at the center of this case gathered years and years of evidence of Russia’s plot to control U.S. Nuclear fuel, which included the uranium one deal. And Sara Carter reporting that she has received a treasure trove of documents that in fact prove tonight the FBI informant has knowledge of Russia’s involvement in uranium one. Also joining us now is the attorney for the FBI informant, Victoria Toensing along with John and Sara. Sara, let’s start with your report. A treasure trove, that is huge.
SARAH CARTER, CIRCA NEWS: It is Sean. I mean there’s over 5,000 documents which include emails, briefs, other documentation, memorandums that the informant had turned over to the FBI and Justice Department, and within these documents, it’s very evident of Russia’s intention to enter the American market, energy market. And their intentions to acquire uranium one.
HANNITY: John, you go into extensive detail in a very long and hard-hitting piece tonight and revealing piece, how the FBI informant — you actually said six years, I thought he was only an informant for four years. He has evidence, was on the inside, directly from Putin’s Russia, the push for nuclear fuel deals, and all the crimes we talked about, bribery, kickback, extortion, money laundering, racketeering, all knelt corroborating and will be corroborated even further. Go into your report.
JOHN SOLOMON, THE HILL: You know, Sara just said something about the importance of the dominance of the uranium market. This is an email that the FBI has had for six years. It shows that uranium one was part of a Russia strategy to control, not just benefit from the global market, controlled the global market. That would put the United States at a disadvantage. That is the sort of evidence that this FBI informant has right now. If you go back on the last week we heard several things from the Justice Department, there’s no connection to uranium one. These are emails that say uranium one that are in the FBI files. They said that there was no connection between the uranium one case and the criminal case. We now know the criminal case got its first evidence in 2009, a whole year before the uranium one deal was approved by the Obama administration. There are a lot of things that people have been saying that these documents simply don’t agree with.
HANNITY: All right. I got a very high ranking Congressman and that knows, let us put it that way, and actually sent me a note. The knowledge of key administration officials will be the next thing proven by both of you, and the links to the Clinton foundation. Sara, is that true?
CARTER: I believe that is true. I mean especially when we at —
HANNITY: Do believe or you know? I can’t ask Victoria that question because she won’t tell me.
CARTER: I know it’s true. I know that looking at these documents following the money, following the money is what’s important here. The Justice Department has not pointed out that they will possibly call a special counsel to this. This is still out there. They are looking into it. That is something that they need to decide. But whether it’s a special counsel or whether it’s a prosecutor that is investigating this, they will be able to follow the money. There are somethings said …
HANNITY: When you say follow the money, my suspicion would go to the money came directly from Russia, was funneled through the Canadian donors to the Clinton Foundation. How good are my instincts?
CARTER: You have pretty good instincts. I think there’s a lot of other areas that they will be looking at as well. Remember this is like peeling back an onion. You peel one part and then you find another part. And that is what’s going to require somebody to do an extensive investigation.
HANNITY: But it is beginning to cascade Sara.
CARTER: It is.
HANNITY: John, I want her to respond to the same thing, that the Clinton Foundation, that this will be traced back to high-ranking Obama administration officials and the Clinton Foundation, and if you add the money portion Sara mentioned?
SOLOMON: I do. I think the place we will be talking about in the next couple weeks as the Clinton global initiative. Sort of a side project of the Clinton Foundation. There are new flows of money there that we will report on then the next couple of weeks. There were also some personal business projects, some very senior Clinton people that got a remarkable infusion of cash from Russia. It will be able to talk about that in the next couple of weeks. Another layer of interest of the story.
HANNITY: All right. We have a lot of time in the segment so I want to go very slowly here. Both of you, before I get to Victoria, Sara and John, you both in your pieces said 5,000 documents. I hear the number the FBI informant is much, much greater, tens of thousands. True or false?
SOLOMON: That seems to be accurate. We have a subset of the documents and they are very voluminous.
HANNITY: Now let me go to Victoria. One of the great attorneys. She is the most difficult to get any information out of. Victoria, one of the things I’ve known about you, and I’ve interviewed you so many times over the years, you now have been doing a deep dive into all of this. You are now representing this FBI informant. I think they will become an American hero out of all of this, but apparently, he was fighting and begging and pleading and saying the Russians are here, they are doing this, why are you paying attention? I hope my instincts are right there, and number two, how devastating it legally is this going to be based on what I was just asking Sara and John about impacting former Obama officials, money, Clinton foundation?
VICTORIA TOENSING, ATTORNEY REPRESENTING FBI INFORMANT: Let me go to number one first, that is the whole essence of what John and Sara and I are talking about is that in 2009, 2010, our FBI and presumably our Justice Department, and the White House, as my client was told, all knew about this corruption in the Russian nuclear energy area. There’s no separate companies. They are all related. The Russian nuclear energy is controlled from the top, from Putin. They are all one. They all talk to each other. So the evidence about this corruption was known to our government in 2009, 2010, and why is it that CFIUS either wasn’t told, or CFIUS people knowing about it —
HANNITY: Explain CFIUS, 13 agencies, I am sorry 9 agencies approving the deal that gave control of uranium one to the bad actor, hostile regime, Putin Russia.
TOENSING: They said, the CFIUS board said that the bad Russians could buy uranium one, which contains access to 20 percent of the U.S. Uranium, why was that decision made? Was CFIUS told? Did Bob Mueller go to Eric Holder and tell him? Eric Holder sat on it.
HANNITY: He was one of the nine.
TOENSING: Did Bob Mueller go to the White House and tell him? The FBI agents told my client that they were briefing the President about his conduct. Of course, when the CFIUS decision was made. My client said, what happened?
HANNITY: Back to my original question, counselor, if I may. You are too good at your job. This is a very serious point. Putting your legal hat on, objectively speaking, yes they knew, the evidence will prove it based on the documents and your client, crimes committed on a high level? National security compromise?
TOENSING: Of course, it goes without saying giving the Russians control of the uranium was a national security compromise. I think that we are going to have to do is continue to follow the money because the reporting that John and Sara are going to be doing in a few days will be revealing about where lots of the various money went and where it came from.
HANNITY: Always we go back, and I believe at the end of this you guys deserve a Pulitzer, and I’m not the only one thinking that. You have dug so deep on this, this has been a deep dive and I applaud you both. I want to ask as it relates to who knew what, and when. What did they know, when did they know it, John Solomon? I’m talking about Obama, Mueller, Eric Holder, and Hillary Clinton.
SOLOMON: We are at a little disadvantage right now, because we don’t have those records, and also the records that Congress needs to go get, but I can tell you I have a person quoted in my story who has direct knowledge of what the Justice Department knew. This person said without a shred of doubt, we knew in 2009 a year before CFIUS ruled that Thomas were engaged in criminality, without a shadow of a doubt, we knew that Russia was trying to gain a corner on the U.S. market, get a strong hold on our uranium, and without a doubt we knew they were using political levers to try to get their way here. We are talking about control, like this document says, they are trying to gain control of our markets. That has to be national security interest that should have been raised in CFIUS.
HANNITY: President daily briefings were told. Had this information in it before CFIUS approves this.
CARTER: Sean. That is what we need to find out. We need to see those Presidential daily briefings. Congress can get those. They will be able to know whether or not President Obama was briefed on this and according to a number of people that I have spoken with as well, he was. I think that will reveal a whole other layer of who knew what, where and when. And we follow the money and it will reveal even more about Hillary Clinton and what she knew and when did she know it, and the other members of the CFIUS board.
HANNITY: And Obama and Holder and Mueller? John, real quick, we are running out of time.
SOLOMON: yes listen, I think even Sessions and Rosenstein have questions to answer. There are people in Congress who don’t think they’ve gotten a straight answer from them.
HANNITY: All right. Victoria, we get the last word from you, laws broken?
TOENSING: Well, of course.
HANNITY: You are so good at your job. You are so annoyingly good. The American people deserve the truth varied our security was compromised, we import uranium, because we don’t have enough. Newt Gingrich will weigh in on this and more things and about the Clintons. Are they facing their day of reckoning? And a big announcement at the end of the show.
Article posted with permission from Constitution.com
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Overloaded circuit causes attic fire
Jul 21, 2015 at 2:48 PM
“The fire could have been much worse if one of the residents hadn’t noticed smoke coming from the eves,” said Lt. Matt Schweitzer of Grand Haven Township Fire/Rescue.
Firefighters responded to 15410 164th Ave. (Moreland Street) at 12:40 p.m. Saturday.
Based on the concentration of smoke from the ridge vent, firefighters cut ventilation holes on each side of where they believed the fire to be, Schweitzer said.
Investigators said an overloaded power source led to a breakdown of the wiring.
Grand Haven Department of Public Safety, North Ottawa Community Hospital Ambulance and the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Department provided assistance at the scene.
A damage estimate was not available.


October 23rd to 25th, 2021, the 16th IOTE International Internet of Things Exhibition, held in Shenzhen (Futian) Convention and Exhibition Center. This exhibition is a high-level international event with complete industry chain of IOT, covering IOT perception layer, network layer, computing and platform layer, application layer, involving real-time positioning, cloud platform, big data and other comprehensive solutions and successful applications in many fields such as IOT retail, industry 4.0, smart city, etc.
As the representative of high-precision location sensing with domestic independent intellectual property rights, Woxu Communications actively responds to the theme of the exhibition "Core Connects Everything, Smart Empowers the World" and presents its products and cutting-edge solutions of indoor positioning at this event, and communicates and negotiates with terminal customers, information service providers and software development integrators of IoT major application industries.
Shenzhen IOT Exhibition--Woxu
Woxu showed a full range of positioning products and solutions to the audience, including UWB-based centimeter-level positioning solution, Bluetooth AOA-based decimeter-level positioning solution, etc.
Point 1: Industry applications built on location services
Focus on five major industry applications, providing customers with the application needs of different scenarios such as industrial manufacturing, electric power and energy, underground coal mining, warehousing and logistics, providing strong data support and paperless management for enterprises and institutions, providing strong location data support and materialization management for the digital transformation of enterprises, adding bricks and mortar for the transformation of manufacturing.
Point 2: One-stop exhibition, immersive experience
The 3D model with Woxu's self-developed positioning products allowed the audience to experience the high accuracy of UWB centimeter-level positioning, strong anti-interference, and empowering business functions, which brought a new perceptual experience to the audience. The demonstration increased the interactivity and interest, and the audience was inundated with experience.
Our staff demonstrated for the audience.
Point 3: The integration of multiple technologies, leading cutting-edge technology innovation
In the era of Internet of Things, the deep integration of multiple technologies has entered a new stage of exploration. Woxu Communication is actively innovating to break through the technical barriers and form new integrated solutions. During the exhibition, Woxu showed the application cases of "UWB + e-paper", "UWB + 5G", "UWB + AP" and other technology integration, such as the UWB+AP in Eink For example, the UWB+electronic paper application implemented in the Yangzhou plant of Yuantai, using the combination of positioning system and electronic paper to realize the visualization and paperless management of the whole process from parts to assembly, realizing the comprehensive paperless workshop information, and also actively responding to the national "double carbon" development goal; the application of UWB+5G positioning technology in the Taizhou power plant of National Energy has greatly promoted the construction and development of the intelligent power plant, and comprehensively improved the safety management capability of the power plant. The application of UWB+5G positioning technology in National Energy Taizhou Power Plant has greatly promoted the construction and development of smart power plants and improved the safety management capability of power plants.
Since its establishment in 2012, Woxu has always insisted on customer demand-oriented, focusing on industry safety and lean management, providing competitive location service IoT solutions, continuously creating value for customers and serving them. With a firm corporate culture, we match the best application solutions based on the actual needs of our customers to uncover value for them.
In 2022, Woxu will enter its tenth year since its establishment. In the future, Woxu will continue to dig deeper into industry applications for multi-dimensional fields, focus on the integration of products and customers' business logic, continue to provide high-quality, personalized services and strong data support for customers, and definitely continue to lead the technology trend of the IoT market.


(Background) Despite of current advances with technology associated with laparoscopic surgery, laparoscopic surgeons still need a long experience to overcome the lack of depth perception on a 2-dimensional (2D) display. Although it was reported over two decades that 3-dimensional (3D) imaging provided depth perception and might improve laparoscopic procedures, 3D systems have not been widely used because subjects sometimes felt uncomfortable due to the heavy glasses or side effect, such as headache, and recognized poor quality in 3D images. Recently, we developed the novel 3D Dome-like display (3DD) system with a hemispherical screen, g CyberDomeh, which provides clear depth perception and high resolution with comfort and without side effect. (Methods) In the present study, 23 students at Kyushu University volunteered for the study. To evaluate the effect of 3DD system on depth perception and laparoscopic procedures compared with 2D system and a conventional 3D system using a plain display (3DP), we used 6 new tasks (Cognition-tasks, n = 9: motor-tasks; 3DD, n = 6-9; 2D, n = 8-12) and a conventional task, gsuturing and knot tyingh (n = 13). Execution time, errors, and flight path of forceps were analyzed. (Results) 3DD system significantly provided more fine depth perception and improved laparoscopic performance compared with 2D system. 3DD system also shortened the execution time and reduced number of errors in procedures of suturing and knot tying. In addition, 3DD system provided clearer depth perception than 3DP system. (Conclusion) The data suggest that 3DD system with CyberDome is a promising tool to provide the depth perception with high resolution to laparoscopic surgeons, leading to safety of laparoscopic surgery.
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Welcome to East Texas Dulcimers, dedicated to folks who love to listen to good music and can play the dulcimer. Check for information concerning upcoming plays, festivals, concerts, and jam sessions, and photos related to the dulcimer.
On most Tuesday evenings at the Kennard Auto Service located at Main and Broadway in downtown Kennard, you can catch an informal performance of dulcimer-players and sacred heart singing. Starts at 6:00 p.m. with a covered dish supper. 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. singing.
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Funeral Announcements for August 10, 2022
Mass of Christian Burial for Rose Ann Bahner, 97, of Sedalia, will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 11 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, Sacred Heart Chapel.
Amber Alert canceled for Amari Washington
The Missouri State Highway Patrol issued an Amber Alert early this morning:
Two Women Injured in JoCo Rollover
Two women were injured in a two-vehicle accident that occurred Tuesday morning in Johnson County.
Brain & Spinal Cord Specialist Joins Bothwell Team
Jonathan Beary, DO, became Bothwell Regional Health Center’s first full-time neurologist who can diagnose, treat and manage disorders of the brain and nervous system.
Funeral Announcements for August 9, 2022
Funeral service for Lavera Lillian “Fritz” Harrell, 91, will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9, at Heckart Funeral Home.
Sedalia Woman, Marshall Man Injured in Saline County Rollover
Two people were injured in a one-vehicle accident that occurred Monday evening in Saline County.
St. Louis Man Drowns at Rocky Fork Lake
A St. Louis man drowned in a lake Sunday in Boone County.
Vehicle Check Yields Arrest of Sedalia Woman at Gas Pumps
Officers arrived and located a blue Jeep Cherokee at the gas pumps that was reported to have been there for two hours.
Traffic Stop Results in Arrest of Sedalia Woman for Assault Warrants
A check through Joint Communications showed the driver had a no-bond warrant out of Benton County, and also had a suspended driver's license.
Katy Park Vandalism Causes Early Closure
Katy Park restrooms will be locked at 5 p.m. daily due to ongoing vandalism in the restrooms


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Jurgen Klopp has said that keeping hold of Liverpool's current group of players is more important than adding to his squad in the summer transfer window.
Klopp insists that he is therefore happy with his squad and is not looking to bring in any big-money signings ahead of next season.
"I don't think this is a team at the moment where we have to spend the big money or whatever," The Mirror quotes him as saying. "The best way to do it is bring together a group of players, try to develop them altogether and then stay together for a while.
"And that was maybe the main problem of Liverpool for the last decade. When they had a good team after a season they went all over the world. That will not happen this year for sure."

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Two machine shops in Waupaca County, Wisconsin—both involved with early automobiles—survive today. Both date from the early 1900s and may be among the oldest surviving auto shops in America. Both started as blacksmith shops and added automobile repair to their services as automobile production boomed. One is hidden in the cellar of a still-open hardware store, and the other, the FWD Seagrave Museum, is known as the “birthplace of four-wheel drive” and is located in Clintonville, Wisconsin.
For many years, the FWD-Seagrave Museum was a small collection of rare cars and trucks housed in the tiny machine shop where Otto Zachow and his brother-in-law, William Besserdich, invented four-wheel drive. The two Clintonville blacksmiths and machinists turned to lawyer Walter A. Olen to help them establish the Four Wheel Drive Auto Co. of Clintonville. Seagrave was added in 1963.
This Clintonville company has always had a strong sense of history. For years, that appreciation for its past was reflected in the authenticity of the small museum. Now—thanks to Walter Olen’s granddaughter Marcia, Clintonville native Mark Thomas and many volunteers—the FWD Museum is expanding into a new facility.
“The old museum was made of oil-soaked wood,” Thomas, who lives in Birmingham, Michigan, told the Shawano Evening Leader. “We were concerned a fire could destroy important history. Now, the old shop building will remain part of the museum and is going to be redone to look like the historic blacksmith and machine shop it once was.”
Zachow and Besserdich had no idea that their 1906 design for a front drive axle with steerable hubs and universal joints would start the four-wheel-drive industry. They invented it after their 1905 REO car got stuck in the mud. A transfer case and the driveshafts necessary for a four-wheel-drive system were added to the REO.
During the summer of 1907, the pair applied for patents and started building their first car. By 1908, they whipped up a large touring car called “The Battleship” fitted with four-wheel drive. It worked very well, although its steam engine was overly heavy. They installed a gas engine and drove the car where others couldn’t go. It survives today.
From 1910 to 1911, FWD built about six cars before switching to trucks. The early FWD trucks performed extremely well in a United States Army cross-country trial, which then led to the purchase of an FWD chassis for testing. With a body mounted on back, this chassis became an Army Scout Car and again proved the value of four-wheel drive.
When the European Allies entered World War I in the summer of 1914, there was a need for four-wheel-drive trucks. The British Army quickly ordered 50. Then, the U.S. Army ordered 147. By 1917, the Army had ordered 3,750 FWD Model B 3-ton trucks. FWD grew and so did Clintonville. Workers were hired and had to move there for work. Thousands of soldiers—who had to be trained to drive the trucks—were sent to the town.
Things slowed after World War I, but picked up again in the 1940s when FWD made 30,000 World War II military vehicles. In 1958, the company became FWD Corp. In 1963, FWD acquired Seagrave Fire Apparatus from Columbus, Ohio, and brought it to Clintonville. Many tower ladders made on Seagrave chassis carried FWD nameplates.
Currently, the Zachow & Besserdich machine shop is undergoing the first phase of its remodeling.
The Four Wheel Drive Foundation runs the FWD Seagrave Museum. It’s a non-profit, charitable organization formed for the purpose of maintaining and expanding the historical museum to house vehicles and memorabilia pertaining to the early development of the four-wheel-drive principle.
The Foundation takes vehicle donations and documents to archive and manage under the guidelines of the National Association of Automobile Museums. The Foundation also preserves historical films and creates new films and media. Outreach programs are being organized and commemoratives will be issued.
Click here for more information on the museum and foundation.


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Looking for The Right Mattress
Most people are uninformed that their bed mattress is old and does not provide sufficient support, doing you more damage than great. If your mattress interrupts your sleep, so that you feel some company details and even springs under the material and cushioning, then it’s absolutely the time to it and look around using mattress scores and evaluations as a guide.
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A lot of mattress scores consider such qualities of a mattress as thickness, the material the bed mattress is made from, a guarantee, rate point and unique features such as hypoallergenic qualities, stress-relieving style, and the fabric of the covering. After carefully studying the customer evaluations and bed mattress scores, this is what the majority of people try to find in a mattress:
1. The material.
Organic cotton and soft wool have actually become popular among health-conscious purchasers. Nevertheless, cotton and wool bed mattress are not treated with fire-retarding chemicals required by law. The mattress should not include any polyester fillings and ought to be made from pure wool, ideally lamb or alpaca wool or at least latex foam. The perfect mattress should be dye-free, dust mite repellent, hypo-allergenic and anti-bacterial. Preferably, the bed mattress should be moisture repellent and flame resistant, too. The bed mattress ought to be encased in unbleached natural cotton. Memory foam bed mattress are highly rated as the most ideal bed mattress for allergic reaction patients, but some people suggested that these mattresses become stiffer in a hot environment.
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Company bed mattress supply more assistance and the most upscale models are doctor-prescribed. In general most reviewers prefer soft and thick mattresses which provide more comfort. The most typical desire is that the mattress must restore its shape and needs to not flatten with time. Individuals highly rated bed mattress that are durable and are likely to last several years.
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Many bed mattress evaluated in bed mattress scores are offered in twin (single), double, queen, king and Californian economy size. In general, people choose to buy a bed mattress from a manufacturer that offers all you can possibly imagine sizes.
Your bed mattress structure is also important. Ideally, you ought to get it from the exact same producer because it will lengthen the life of the bed mattress. When effectively selected, mattress and structure will keep your spinal column healthy and naturally curved, guaranteeing you have a great sleep and pain-free early morning. After a good night sleep on an orthopedic bed mattress your sleep will become deeper, and you will have much more energy throughout the day.

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Accommodations with Kayaks in Tonga
A good indication for a place to stay in Tonga where you can sleep, eat and play is whether there are kayaks available. Kayaks are often a standard of accommodations with fantastic coastlines to explore, shallow reefs to glide over and often places to stop off for a snorkel. So when it comes to resorts for kayaking in Tonga, what are your best options? We go through some of our favourites in the list below!
Note that Tonga is an ever-evolving country with some services that accommodations provide changing with little notice. While we try to keep our accommodation listings up-to-date, know that some services may have changed. If you have an update, feel free to reach out.
For a more complete list of accommodations with kayaks, check out The Guide to Kayaking in Tonga.
1. Mounu Island Resort
Not only is the Mounu Island Resort a stunning piece of paradise in Vava’u, but it’s a place to stay where you can kayak to destinations with a purpose. The boutique resort has two standard single kayaks and one double kayak, which guests can make use of to paddle around Mounu Island or even venture to the neighbouring Ovalau Island which takes around 20 minutes. The resort can even arrange a picnic to take with you. When you get back, there will be the resort’s elevated restaurant on the beach waiting for you, as well as a comfortable bed in your island-style Tonga fale. Check out more resorts in the area in the 10 Best Resorts in Vava’u.
2. Matafonua Lodge
Located on the sandy tip of Foa Island in the Ha’apai island group, Matafonua Lodge is a water sports paradise. Aside from stand-up paddleboarding, kitesurfing, surfing, snorkelling, scuba diving, fishing and whale swimming, Matafonua Lodge is also excellent for kayaking. Kayak hire is free for guests, which is an enjoyable way of exploring the resort’s house reef that spans 400m (1,310ft). A great trip also awaits with a paddle across to the uninhabited Nuku Nuku Island. As for the accommodation, Matafouna Lodge has a small selection of elevated freestanding fales with shared bathroom facilities. Learn more about Matafonua Lodge in the 10 Best Resorts in Ha’apai.
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3. Ha’atafu Beach Resort
On the idyllic beaches of western Tongatapu, Ha’atafu Beach Resort offers guests free use of their sea kayaks to explore their lagoon. Ha’atafu Beach is a marine reserve and a popular surf beach, so there are lots going on here that you can explore on the single and double kayaks available. They are also one of the few resorts with children’s lifejackets available. Other features that make this resort a good family option is their Family Fales, while groups and couples will also find their own piece of paradise in the Standard Fales in tropical gardens or Premium Fales on the beach. Check out more resorts in the area in the 10 Best Resorts in Tongatapu.
4. Fanifo Lofa Kitesurf Tonga
Another fantastic boutique resort in Ha’apai, Fanifo Lofa Kitesurf Tonga might mainly focus on kitesurfing but the kayaking is pretty exceptional too. Kayaks are available for guests free of charge to make the most of the nearby uninhabited islands from Uoleva Island. Kayaking at Uoleva Island’s lagoon, a short paddle away from the resort, is another fun option on Ha’apai’s calm waters. In between kayaking excursions, relax in your eco-friendly fale made with natural timers and using solar power.
5. The Reef Resort
In Vava’u, stay on Kapa Island at The Reef Resort with just four exclusive fales, two in their own quiet corner of a hillside and two on the beach. You’re in one of the best places to kayak to top snorkelling spots in Vava’u, such as Swallows Cave and the Japanese Coral Gardens. You might also want to venture to the stunning bay of Port Mourelle with one of the complimentary sea kayaks for guests.
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6. Tongan Beach Resort
A beachfront resort easily accessible by road from the main island of Vava’u, the Tongan Beach Resort is a good choice for doing a bit of kayaking. They have a selection of double and single kayaks to make use of where you can explore the Port of Refuge. They also have snorkelling gear and bicycles for guests to use too. As for accommodation, there are 12 guest rooms all facing the beach with options for couples to families. The central resort restaurant is also a popular hangout for guests.
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7. Beautiful Ofu Island Backpackers
A locally-run resort for those on a budget, the Beautiful Ofu Island Backpackers also offers kayaking, as well as affordable island tours. Ofu Island is well located for kayaking to some of the surrounding islands where there are places to snorkel along the way. Resort fales are basic, but you’ll hardly complain about the location on a stunning island with tropical gardens and sweeping beaches. Check out more budget options in the 10 Best Budget Accommodation in Vava’u.
8. Heilala Holiday Lodge
Back to Tongatapu, Heilala Holiday Lodge offers another option for kayaking at Ha’atafu Beach and the neighbouring Kanokupolu Beach. Paddle across the lagoon, taking your snorkel set with you to check out the fish and coral in the marine reserve. While snorkel gear and bike rentals, for instance, are free for guests, there is a small fee for kayak hire. You’ll likely have the budget for it if you stay in one of their affordable standard rooms with shared bathroom facilities. Alternatively, there are private ensuite fales, apartments and a holiday home.
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9. Sea Change Eco Retreat
Whale swimming, private island excursions, yoga sessions, scuba diving, massages and snorkelling are all part of the experience at the Sea Change Eco Retreat on Uoleva Island in Ha’apai. Part of the offering also includes the use of complimentary kayaks and stand-up paddleboards to explore the crystal clear waters surrounding the resort. It’s just one way to connect with nature, not that staying in one of their off-the-grid eco-fales and glamping tents nestled in coastal forest doesn’t already help with that.
10. Mystic Sands
Another easy-to-reach accommodation in Vava’u, Mystic Sands has you all set up for watersports, with snorkelling gear and double and single kayaks available free of charge. The resort has a good selection of affordable modern guest rooms with self-catering options available to also help keep the costs low. Kayaking in the harbour takes you to some interesting snorkelling spots.
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More About the Best Resorts for Kayaking in Tonga
- The Best Kayak Tours in Tonga
- 10 Best Resorts for Snorkelling in Tonga
- 10 Tips for Your First Time Kayaking in Tonga
That’s it for the best resorts in Tonga for kayaking. See more amazing stays in The Top 30 Resorts in Tonga. Plus, get even more trip-planning tips in The Complete Travel Guide to Tonga.


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Shreveport Representative Proposes Adding Metal Detectors to Movie Theaters
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The bill is in response to an incident in Lafayette this past summer in which a gunman in a movie theater opened fire, killing two and wounding nine. Norton says she's received many positive phone calls supporting her proposal. "Knowing without a doubt, all those families who lost loved ones, they are looking and they are hoping and they are praying that something is done in order to tell our citizens that we are putting forth an effort.", said Norton, adding that wouldn't cost theaters much to install a metal detector or a wand at least. "It's about one thing, it's about saving lives and it's about making sure that everyone that attends the movies, that they feel safe."


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My kind of piece unique
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Here we have an example of Tudor Prince Oysterdate from the 1970s. A quick search on chrono24 and you will find many like it. With a budget as low as 2k USD, you will have no trouble acquiring one, probably in even better condition. So why bother writing about it one might ask. Well, because this one is special. Like Paul Newman’s Paul Newman Daytona, or Marlon Brando’s Self Engraved GMT Master, this particular watch is one with provenance. Well, maybe not of a legendary movie star or racing driver, but of my grandfather, who I might argue is even more legendary but I would probably be biased.
This gold tone Tudor Prince Oysterdate has been my grandfather’s daily wearer for more than 30 years. Passed down to me when he passed away in 2019. It now serves as a totem to remember the times we shared together, a ticking talisman of our bond. To me, it is priceless.
For my readers, I hope this shows the reason why I think anyone can enjoy watch collecting. You don’t have to spend multi million dollars in auctions to acquire the ultra rare Patek 1518 in steel, or enroll in watch making school to perfect the best finished movements. In order to own a truly collectible watch, all you have to do is to buy a watch that you enjoy wearing, and then just go live life. Spend time with loved ones, do things that matter. One day, it might be worth more than you could ever imagine, a true unique piece to a special someone who you hold dear to your heart. You just don’t know it yet.


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Author: Cinda Williams Chima
Publisher: HarperCollins, 2016
Pages: 535 p.
Read: July 2016
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This book is the first in a sequel series to Cinda Williams Chima's earlier series, The Seven Realms. I enjoyed that series immensely and Flamecaster was no different. This one takes place many years later and features the son of Han and Raisa, Ash. When a series of murders puts the royal family in danger, Ash escapes to the dangerous rival country, Arden. He gets close enough to the man behind the murders, the treacherous King, but can the healer Ash take a life instead of save one? At the same time, a young girl Jenna, is hunted by the King's people because of a mysterious mark on her back. Ash and Jenna are thrown together in their quest to overcome the cruel King.
I love this Universe and Chima has a way of making you care for characters. As a fan of the first series, the opening chapters were heartbreaking for me. I'm not exaggerating when I say I had a big ol' lump in my throat. While this series can stand alone--there's enough background information to understand the conflict--knowledge of the first series will enhance enjoyment of this one. As well as increase the sucker punch feel. Highly recommend!
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Sorry, Josquin — we just had to, as it’s Presidents’ Day weekend! While this holiday isn’t loaded with laughs so much as patriotism, playing hooky and some really terrific music, I hope you all enjoy it and offer a toast to at least two of our former leaders. (I’ve often wondered how they’d feel about sharing a birthday… let’s say they’re fine with it.)
As for music this week, it’s clear that the romance portion of Valentine’s Day spirit is far from over:
- You can still catch the lead-up to Figaro’s nuptials at LA Opera, and can even learn more about this Mozart classic through an online Zoom session;
- Long Beach Opera is taking an ancient story and making it real for us moderners with the world premiere of Kate Soper’s Romance of the Rose, which gets only 3 performances between now and 2/25;
- The opera-to-film premiere of Poulenc’s La voix humaine comes to Laemmle Theaters in North Hollywood on Thursday. You can see the flick from Angels Vocal Art for just $15, but you might want to spring for the VIP package so you can go to the party. This film screens for one night only!
…and a little time off
I will actually be spending some time with family and will be addressing only urgent List-related needs through Monday, so Listers, email or text me if you’re in the soup. Otherwise, we’ll have more for you all next week!
Happy Presidents’ Day!
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Jodi Schwartz, B.A.S.E. Animator
Early morning science is one of the best ways to start the day. Luckily for the Parkdale B.A.S.E. Daycare children, Miss Jodi arrived with not one, but two science experiments for them to try.
First up was drawing personalized volcanoes on strips of paper, wrapping them around a cup, and making them explode into a bubbling mess! To achieve this, Miss Jodi added vinegar and red food colouring to the cup and the children added a teaspoon of baking soda to set off the eruption. Squeals and giggles resonated around the room.
The second experiment used the same ingredients but focused on a different effect. Miss Jodi poured a small amount of water and vinegar into an empty individual-sized plastic soda bottle. Using a funnel, she added two teaspoons of baking soda inside a deflated balloon. She stretched the opening of the balloon over the neck of the bottle. One by one, the children each took a turn flipping the contents of the balloon into the bottle. As the baking soda mixed with the vinegar and water, it created a bubbling chemical reaction that in turn produced carbon dioxide gas. The gas rose inside the bottle and inflated the balloon right in front of our eyes.
A wide-eyed student named Ryan exclaimed through a smile, “the reason that I love science so much is because it is full of surprises!” Science is magical!


GENEVA - Turning the Chevrolet Nomad concept car into a production model may not be the slam-dunk that many observers thought after its debut at the Detroit auto show in January.
Last week, General Motors announced that it will build a sporty sibling of the Nomad for Saturn on the new rear-wheel-drive Kappa architecture.
The company has said that the two-seat Pontiac Solstice, another Kappa car, will go on sale in the 2006 model year.
But GM has not decided to build the Nomad, said CEO Rick Wagoner. The car, which is on display at the Geneva auto show, received strong attention in Detroit. But overall the car has received mixed reviews, he said.
"A lot of the auto writers and buff books really liked it, but the general perception from interviews at the (Detroit) show was not as good," Wagoner said.
He adds that the Kappa architecture could be used in Europe but only if GM finds a way to accommodate European Union pedestrian-safety regulations.
GM officials have said that the Vauxhall Lightning concept produced last year could not be built under those rules.
Meanwhile, the Saturn car off the Kappa architecture will be assembled with the Solstice at GM's Wilmington, Del., plant. Solstice production will begin in mid-2005, and production of the Saturn car will start about six months later.
The Saturn L300 is assembled in Wilmington. GM will halt production of the slow-selling car in a few months.
The company had planned to continue L300 production until mid-2005, said Saturn spokeswoman Sherrie Childers Arb. Killing it early, she said, will allow the plant to be retooled for the Solstice and other Kappa cars.


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On the banks of the Red Cedar, recruiting never stops. We’re here every step of the way to keep you informed with our daily notebook. Recruiting questions? Comment below or direct them to email@example.com, and we’ll do our best to get them answered.
MSU travels to see 4-star WR Tommy Bush
Laredo, Texas, is not an easy destination to reach.
From the closest major city, San Antonio, it takes more than two hours to make the 150-mile trip. It sits right on the border with Mexico. But Michigan State made sure to have representation on Thursday night, per 247Sports’ EJ Holland. Bush confirmed to Land of 10 that wide receivers coach Terrence Samuel was in attendance.
Correction: Michigan State came all the way down to Laredo to see elite WR Tommy Bush
— EJ Holland (@EJHolland247) September 15, 2017
Samuel Clemens (Schertz, Texas) High School wide receiver Tommy Bush and his team played a road game in Laredo that night against Alexander High. Bush, a 4-star senior in the 247Sports composite, landed a Michigan State offer in January and proceeded to blow up on the recruiting trail. He now holds around 50 offers.
Michigan State currently has two projected wide receivers in its 2018 class in 3-star prospects Javez Alexander and Julian Major, but it would love to add Bush, the No. 37 receiver in his class. He stands 6-foot-5 and weighs 190 pounds.
Bush’s offer list includes Alabama, Baylor, Florida State, Georgia, LSU, Miami (Fla.), Nebraska, Notre Dame, Oklahoma, Oregon, UCLA and USC.
Bush recorded just a single catch for 3 yards against Alexander, per MaxPreps, but his team didn’t need much through the air to coast to a 52-0 win. Max Preps also indicates that he has 6 grabs for 67 yards on the season, but given his senior highlights above, the yardage total seems low. Bush has 3 touchdowns on the year but has largely been the decoy for his offense.
Michigan State could make the trip because of its bye week. The Spartans do not play again until Sept. 23 against Notre Dame. For all the negatives of an early-season bye, the ability to see recruits in person will prove to be a huge bonus.
It’s especially important in regard to Bush, who will have a tough time setting up a visit to Michigan State during his season because of the distance.
Izzo visits 4-star guard Tyrese Maxey
It wasn’t just the football staff that went down to Texas. Men’s basketball coach Tom Izzo made a trip as well. He was already down south for the Steve Smith Topgolf Challenge in Atlanta on Wednesday, an event established for the former Michigan State star for whom it is named.
— Dwayne Stephens (@DjStephens31) September 13, 2017
And after that, Izzo made his way to South Garland (Texas) High just outside Dallas to check in on one of his top 2019 targets: Tyrese Maxey. The 6-3 combo guard ranks 14th in the nation and rates as a 4-star prospect.
If there’s one thing to take from this visit, it’s that Izzo and Michigan State won’t back down following the news that SMU hired Maxey’s father to be its director of player development. SMU may have all 13 247Sports Crystal Ball picks in regards to Maxey’s recruitment, but the Spartans love his game enough to keep pushing.
— Josh Ragsdale (@JoshRagsdale) September 14, 2017
Maxey is one of just two players outside of Michigan and Indiana to report a Spartans offer, along with the consensus No. 1 player in the class, 5-star University School (Fort Lauderdale, Fla.) forward Vernon Carey Jr.
In 21 games for RM5 Elite on the Nike EYBL circuit this year, Maxey averaged 16.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 1.5 steals. At the Peach Jam Finals, he upped his output to 19.4 points, 4.2 assists, 2.8 rebounds and 1.4 steals per game. And he did all this playing a year ahead of his age group.
Michigan State does not yet have any 2019 commitments but likely wrapped up its 2018 class on Monday when 3-star wing Aaron Henry became the fifth Spartans pledge.
Michigan State keeps pushing for 4-star OT
We told you on Thursday about 4-star Woodland (Stockbridge, Ga.) offensive tackle James Ohonba, a 6-5, 320-pound standout who reportedly plans to officially visit Michigan State for the Spartans’ game against Notre Dame on Sept. 23. Ohonba landed a Michigan State offer in March.
Before that could happen, Michigan State offensive line coach Mark Staten visited Ohonba at his school on Thursday, per Woodland offensive coordinator Terrone Owens.
Shout Out to @Coach_Staten of Michigan State for stopping by and checking us out yesterday!
— ⭕Coach Owens❌ (@_Coach_O) September 15, 2017
The Spartans seem to be making a big late push after having missed out on Ohonba’s most recent cut list. On May 18, he named Alabama, LSU, Michigan and USC as his top four. Now Duke has both 247Sports Crystal Ball predictions for his eventual commitment.
Michigan State has become very familiar with Woodland High, having landed late 2017 commit Shakur Brown in June. The 6-foot defensive back enrolled in late July after his teammates had already started preseason camp. MSU also pursued 4-star Woodland cornerback Yusuf Corker and even brought him in for an official visit, but he ultimately chose Kentucky.
Staten planned to make his way back to Michigan to see 3-star Salem (Canton, Mich.) offensive tackle Alex Howie on Friday night, Howie told Land of 10.
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