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(Citizen Star News) - 2014-02-16 - Most Valuable Poster and Publisher of the Pulse online magazine, @Feylan, and this site's own Citizen Ed (@CZenStar fka @Transhumanitarian) have decided to join forces and pool resources for the betterment of those who would report on, or play space journalists in, Cloud Imperium Game's Star Citizen by forming the UNN NEWS Association.
The association is a joint effort and recognition of shared goals between two projects: Feylan's Universal News Network/UNN and Transhumanitarian's Citizen Star/NEWS.
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Universal News Network/UNN and Citizen Star/NEWS are proud to announce the joint venture of the UNN NEWS Association, for the assistance of journalists throughout known space and beyond.
Brainchild of the UNN's Feylan and NEWS' benefactor known as the Transhumunitarian (Citizen Ed or just simply Ed in some circles), who have decided to join forces to bring about their shared vision of a strong vibrant free and neutral press in the post-Messer era.The UNN NEWS Association will be providing to its members press accreditation, standards, communication forums, distribution channels and representation to various entities throughout the civilized worlds and otherwise.
All organizations everywhere are encouraged to work with the UNN NEWS Association as everyone can benefit from having a free and neutral press active in the 'verse. We can cover traffic updates, faction relations, battles and blockades, and the spread of the Vanduul threat. It doesn't matter if you're a trader, a pirate, a merc or a miner, knowing what's happening in the galaxy could save your life. To do this we need to be able to operate in both UEE and lawless space, in dangerous areas and combat zones, while minimizing the risks of being shot at by PMCs, pirates or what have you.
To that end UNN NEWS Association continues to negotiate free passage and cooperation agreements with organizations of all dispositions.
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Last week, Sam Beam's Iron & Wine announced a new album, Ghost on Ghost. The follow-up to 2011's Kiss Each Other Clean, out April 16 in the U.S. via Nonesuch and April 15 abroad via 4AD. Along with the previously shared "Lovers' Revolution", we've now got another glimpse of the record.
Beam recently visited Austin radio station KUT, as TwentyFourBit points out. Backed by a mandolin player, Beam played the new record's opener "Caught in the Briars", footage of which is below. He also played the new, non-album cut "The Waves of Galveston", available to download above, via KUT.
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I feel like we never hear grown ass men talking about love. Call me sentimental, but we could really use some of that right about now. (Just me?……….)
So, in the cutest video you will ever see, grown men from This Is Us gush about the joys of marriage and having a partner to share life with. Watch Gerald McRaney and Denis O'Hare (who've both been married for a minute now) reflect on their partners and shamelessly explain why love and marriage is so damn great.
Gonna go cry because This Is Us doesn't make me do that enough already I guess.
Oh, and while you're at it, check out This Is Us frontman Milo Ventimiglia talk about technology's impact on relationships and dating:
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I've always been a fan of Bulova and their ability to craft classy and luxurious watches.
They always try to keep the price practical, and after checking out the Bulova 96B131, my sentiments remained the same.
This model first crossed my eye when I was on the hunt for a new everyday watch.
While there were a lot of watches on the market that would've been great everyday watches, none of them were really anything special.
But the second I saw this model, I instantly fell in love with it and all its subtle details. P
air that with the high praise I always give Bulova, and I knew I had to learn more about the watch.
After a lot of research, I figured that this watch is something to talk about, which is why I'll share some of its features in this Bulova 96B131 review.
- Case Size : 46.5 mm
- Due to a recent redesign by Bulova, recently manufactured Bulova watches, including all watches sold and shipped by Amazon, will...
- Precisionist, one of the world's most accurate movements – accurate to within seconds a year
- Attractive price compared to the qualities it brings you
- Durable and strong construction
- Easily readable time and date
- Accurate Precisionist watch movement
- The case might be a bit big for some people
Expertly Crafted
To be honest, I was in disbelief when I first saw the price tag of the watch.
This is because Bulova couldn't have constructed this watch any better, and it would've been no surprise if they priced the watch north of a thousand dollars.
The case and bracelet are made of pure stainless steel, which gives the watch a beautiful shine and incredible durability.
The case measures 46.5mm in diameter, making this piece a large men's watch, which is very appropriate considering today's trends.
The watch is also water-resistant up 900 feet, which means you can take this watch with you when diving, swimming, or taking a soak in the tub.
To add to that, the watch is also equipped with shock resistance, more proof of Bulova's expert craftsmanship.
But that's not all this watch has to offer, as it houses one of the world's most accurate movements.
Incredibly Accurate Precisionist Movement
For years, companies have been pushing technology forward with their movements.
For example, Seiko's Spring Drive movement which combines mechanical and electronic movements, or Citizen's solar-powered quartz movement.
But Bulova decided to push it even further with the Precisionist.
Bulova claims that the Precisionist movement is the most accurate in the world.
While that sounds like something all watchmakers say, Bulova actually has the evidence to back their claim up.
The movement stays accurate up to 10 seconds a year.
I love accuracy because I'm a person who always wants to be on time, and with a movement like this I'm confident I'll always be on time.
One of the things I hate the most about watch maintenance is having to adjust the time after a couple of months to stay accurate, but with the Precisionist, that won't be a problem at all.
Customer Scores and Reviews
Reading the reviews on Amazon only solidified my stance that this watch is top class.
The majority of the reviews came from happy and satisfied customers who couldn't be more satisfied with the watch.
A couple of reviewers were quick to point out the watch's large case and how great it looks on the wrist.
Other reviewers were simply blown away by the quality of the watch considering its price.
One customer even went as far as saying that this watch is second to none in its price range, which is something I can't really argue with.
However, the one complaint that I noticed during my research is that some customers didn't appreciate the watch's size.
This may be because they didn't understand the watch's size.
The model measures in at 46.5mm, which is larger than most men's watches.
So this may not be the best watch for those who prefer smaller models.
At the end of the day, the best watch is one you honestly love.
This piece has about everything, quality design, premium materials, shock resistance, and a movement that is ridiculously accurate.
There are a lot of reasons to fall in love with this watch, and almost nothing to hate.
So if big, classy, and durable watches are your thing, then I wouldn't be surprised if you fell in love with it too.


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Belarus Election and Protests, Live from The Filter^:
Introduction and Links (click here)
Exclusive conversations with people in Minsk (click here)
I had an enthralling evening last night chatting to a few people in Minsk, and there are further protests planned to begin imminently. Milinkevich told supporters last night to go home, go to school/work, and then come out again in the evening. Our sources weren't planning on joining them, so maybe they'll add more comments from their homes.
It's worth pointing out a few differences between what's happening in Belarus and what happened in Kiev. Belarus is far more repressed, and there's a geniune concern that further protests will not be tolerated. Last night was peaceful - i've not heard any accounts of bloodshed - and the police appeared to be smiling. But this isn't a revolution aiming to overthrow Lukashenko, since it's widely acknowledged that he would have won the election if the votes were fair. He is the most popular Presidential candidate in Belarus.
Rather, the demonstrations are for free and fair elections for their own sake, are patriotic, and thereofre more tolerable in the short term. However the reason that they're rigged in the first place is to quench dissent, and suppress opposition, meaning that the protests become more damaging to
Lukashenko the longer they go on.
The turn out tonight will be far lower than last night, and therefore more committed. If it's especially small then there's little threat, and it'll pass. If it's very large, then like last night it's hard to see the police willing to intervene. The concern is if it's somewhere imbetween - large enough to be effective opposition, but small enough to end sharply.
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Ericsson, Orange and PSA Group say they have taken a significant step towards delivering 5G technology for connected vehicles after conducting field trials to test advanced applications in France.
These involved Qualcomm, the newest member of the "Towards 5G" initiative for direct communication C-V2X (cellular vehicle-to-x communication) technology testing.
The initial phase of testing demonstrated Cellular V2X (C-V2X) capabilities on the evolution towards 5G in a real environment over two use cases dedicated to the connected vehicles: "see through" between two connected vehicles on a road, and "emergency vehicle approaching," aiming at notifying drivers when an emergency vehicle is nearby in real-time.
These two use cases, currently developed and tested in the experimental network, have taken advantage of improved latency, and high throughput performance, using the network-based capabilities of C-V2X to deliver a high-resolution video stream between two vehicles, demonstrating reactivity to show real time event notification.
Advanced network features implemented in a new radio access network (RAN) configured with edge-computing features, allowed improved end-to-end transmission, with an average delay of 17 milliseconds for vehicle-to-network-to-vehicle (V2N2V) communications.
This is in comparison to the 30-60 millisecond results measured in today's LTE networks, and at a vehicle speed of 100 km/h. These results were obtained on the 2.6 GHz frequency band, delivering a 100 Mbit/s performance.
The next steps of the "Towards 5G" initiative will focus on:
- Implementing a dedicated network slice to prioritise intelligent transportation system (ITS) vehicular traffic and show improved isolation while experiencing other mobile broadband traffic in the vehicle
- Using direct communication features of C-V2X to test vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V), vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) and vehicle-to-pedestrian (V2P) capabilities, while assessing the enhanced performance brought by C-V2X Release 14 with regards to direct communication range, latency and reliability.
- The "Towards 5G" initiative members will help to develop new use cases to assess how C-V2X with 5G NR features will be designed to support advanced applications, including traffic flow optimisation, improved safety and automated driving.
To support direct communications testing, the "Towards 5G" initiative looks forward to welcoming Qualcomm Incorporated, as a new member.
"We are pleased to join PSA, Orange and Ericsson in the 'Towards 5G' initiative," said Nakul Duggal, vice president, product management, automotive, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated.
"Cellular-V2X R14 and its strong evolution towards 5G, using both network-based and direct communications, has great potential in helping achieve our common vision for safer, highly connected and smarter transportation."
C-V2X technology, as defined in the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) Release 14 specifications, is expected to support safety and other enhanced use cases.
Subsequent releases of the 3GPP specifications, including 5G New Radio (NR), are expected to evolve both network and direct communications to enable advanced use cases to support autonomous driving.
A demonstration will be available during Mobile World Congress 2017 at the Orange booth in Hall 3, Stand D10. Click here to see a Video of the results.
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Application now available for the 2019-2020 Cohort! See "How Do I Apply?" below.
The Learning Community's Elementary/Early Childhood English as a Second Language Certification Program seeks to address one of Rhode Island's defining educational needs: teachers who are skilled at working with English learners. The Learning Community's ESL Certification Program is designed with practicing teachers in mind, and builds in not only an immediate practical application of skills, but also an unparalleled level of clinical supervision to help teachers hone their craft and bring their best instruction to their EL students.
How do I apply?
Please see the Application Instructions and Checklist for a complete list of what materials are required and where they should be submitted. The application, essay, and other digital materials must be attached to an email and submitted to email@example.com no later than March 1, 2019. Transcripts and letters can be sent to The Learning Community, ATTN: Melanie Griffith, 21 Lincoln Avenue, Central Falls, RI 02863.
Applicants must submit:
- Application and Essay Question
- A current resume/CV
- Completed Proof of Employment form OR Proof of Employment
- Proof of Elementary Education Teacher (11201) certification OR Early Childhood Education Teacher (11101) certification
- Two letters of recommendation from professional references, including at least one from a former or current supervisor
- Official transcripts from any undergraduate institution (and graduate, if applicable) from which the applicant was awarded academic credit and/or a degree
Questions about the application can be directed to email@example.com or to Melanie Griffith, Program Manager, at 401-454-9985.
Who can apply?
In order to be eligible for the Elementary/Early Childhood ESL Teacher Certification Program at The Learning Community, applicants must:
- Hold a Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution with an overall cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
- Have a current Elementary Education Teacher (11201) OR Early Childhood Education (11101) certificate.
- Be a currently employed educator at a preschool or elementary school in a position that allows for at least 45 hours during the duration of our program working with English Learners in grades PK-6, either in your own classroom or another in your school
- Or have proof of an agreement with a school administrator and/or classroom teacher whose class you will have access to in order to spend 45 hours working with English Learners in grades PK-6
How many classes are there and when do they meet?
The Elementary/Early Childhood ESL Teacher Certification Program at The Learning Community was designed with a practicing teacher's schedule in mind. There are five classes in total, with dates and hours specified below. In addition to coursework during the school year, participants must be able to complete at least 45 hours working with English Learners in grades PK-6 at their current place of employment, either in their own classroom or in another in their school. See the list of classes below. Click or tap on each for dates, times and descriptions.
How much does it cost?
Tuition for The Elementary/Early Childhood ESL Teacher Certification Program at The Learning Community is $8,000. Please contact us for information regarding scholarship opportunities for 2019-2020. We offer a quarterly payment plan option and a monthly payment plan option. Enrollment in either of these payment options will be made available to candidates upon admission.
Why The Learning Community?
The Learning Community is one of the most qualified organizations in Rhode Island to provide an ESL certification. As a highly successful urban charter school, The Learning Community has one of the highest rates of English learners in Rhode Island—as of the 2014-15 school year, 39% of Learning Community students were English learners and 61% primarily spoke Spanish at home. With a combination of a daily explicit language teaching block for all students in grades K-3, teacher-crafted curricula, and innovative practice around literacy instruction for ELs, Learning Community students have made tremendous strides in closing the Latino achievement gap. Our Latino students consistently perform on-par with or better than their primarily white, monolingual, suburban peers in Rhode Island.
In the 2016-2017 year, the Learning Community's EL students performed significantly better in both ELA and Math than ELs in other RI schools and districts on the PARCC exam. For example, 52% of our ELs met, exceeded, or approached expectations on the 2017 PARCC ELA test compared to the state average of 20%. Our ELs' math performance follows a very similar trend. When you consider levels 3, 4, and 5 on the 2017 PARCC exam, 53% of Learning Community ELs met, exceeded, or are approaching expectations compared to the state average of 26%. Level 3 on PARCC is a significant indicator of the capacity of this portion of the student body available to make progress towards levels 4 and 5.
Additional questions about the program can be directed to firstname.lastname@example.com or to Melanie Griffith, Program Manager, at 401-454-9985.


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While the Wellness Wheel and the Spiritual Compass provide excellent journaling prompts, there are several other Spiritual Journaling techniques I have found useful. Some of these methods have a specific Christian focus (this week's post), while others are a bit more generic (next week's topic). Hopefully these ideas will help you in your journaling practice.
- Prayer Journal. I am more comfortable writing my prayers than speaking them aloud. I prefer to maintain this journal by hand because it forces me to slow down and focus on my conversation with the Lord. As I write my prayer requests, I am also listening for His still small voice, providing me with daily insight and direction. Once a week I take time to review my entries – noting in the margins any answers to prayer. It is a record of God's faithfulness through the years, which provides a source of great comfort, especially in difficult times.
- Family of Faith Journal. How often does the Bible tells us to write down the faithfulness of the Lord and pass it down through the generations? I will speak more of leaving a legacy in later weeks, but for now… I would encourage you to begin a journal that records such moments in your life. What miracles have you experienced – Divine inspirations – Divine interruptions? When have you entertained angels in your midst? How often did you experience victory in the midst of overwhelming obstacles? All of this is worthy of journaling and should be recorded for prosperity.
- Creation Journal. I love to take long walks – especially in the spring when nature awakens from a long winter's nap. The evidence of the Lord's sovereignty is evident all around. Take the time to go for a walk. Listen to the sounds of nature – notice the beautiful colors – smell the fragrant aromas – feel the various textures. Or put on some worship music and enjoy singing praises while on your stroll. Your body will benefit from the exercise – your soul will benefit from nature's fellowship – and the journal will record it all for years to come.
- Names of God / Names of Jesus. This is my next journaling project. I remember reading a quote by Dale Carnegie that rings true: Using a person's name is crucial… Respect and acceptance stem from simple acts such as remembering a person's name and using it whenever appropriate. I believe my prayer life will be enriched if I can learn to call upon the Lord using His appropriate name. I plan to use the devotions by Ann Spangler to help me in this process.
- Scripture Journaling. Some may cringe at the idea of writing in your Bible, and if so, then please continue using a separate notebook. But I enjoy writing notes in my Bible…underlying key verses and connecting them with personal insight that I write in the margins. Often I add the date so that I have a chronological record of these Divine conversations. While this kind of scripture journaling is mostly for personal benefit, it also has far-reaching benefits for our descendants. This kind of spiritual legacy brings hope and healing to the next generation. For those with an artistic bent… consider adding a touch of creativity to your entries. For inspiration, check out Shanna Noel's Illustrated Faith community on Facebook and instagram.


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…of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.
Since the 4th lands on a Wednesday next week and we are hosting a barbecue I decided to set a red, white and blue table early.
Next Wednesday this same table will be cleared of settings and filled with food for our annual 4th of July barbecue.
The round placemats are from HomeGoods. The dishes say Denmark English Ironstone made specially for Franciscan, made in England. I found them at Goodwill. The glasses are from an antique mall on Whidbey Island. The little bowls are from Target's $1.00 section. The acrylic star napkin rings are from Goodwill. Other accessories collected from here and there over the years. The fresh cherries are from Safeway, chuckle!
I'm joining in with Kathleen at Cuisine Kathleen for Let's Dish on Wednesday and on Thursday I'll link up with Susan at Between Naps on the Porch for Tablescape Thursday.
What will you be doing to celebrate the 4th? For my Canadian friends, what will you be doing for Canada Day on the 1st?


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Well this week Frank challenges us with the topic 'Layer':
I don't normally do this, but I had just used this photo as part of another blog post, and I just had to use it here, it was an option just too good to miss. I have linked to the original post so you can see the building up of the layers, and in itself providing another layer to both this post, and the original story. So here is the picture:
'Pie stratigraphy'.
I knew I had plenty of other images that would fit the bill though.
'Nash point layers', Nash point, 2018.
And just because the post is about layers, I thought I would layer the two images. . .
'Nash pie'


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A flexible, electronic skin could provide robots, car seats and even carpets the ability to sense pressure and heat, Japanese researchers reported on Monday.
They described a new "skin" that not only senses both heat and pressure, but that is flexible, cheap and easy to make.
Writing in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, they said their artificial skin might even be tweaked to outperform human skin.
"Stretchable artificial skins for humans are now commercially available, but they lack electric functionality," Takao Someya of the University of Tokyo and colleagues wrote.
"Indeed, various stretchable materials, such as rubber, are used in daily activities, but they have poor electrical conductivity."
Their net-like design allowed them to embed various transistor-based electronic circuits on a flexible plastic film.
Other types of sensors could easily be added, the researchers said.
"Thus, it will be possible in the near future to make an electronic skin that has functions that human skin lacks by integrating various sensors not only for pressure and temperature, but also for light, humidity, strain, or ultrasonic," they wrote.


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Hi, I'm and INFJ and you'll find it very hard to fight with me.
I dislike conflict immensely and usually have ways of mitigating conflict that don't involve actual conflict. I talk, I soothe, I manipulate; anything to avoid a big nasty fight.
That does not make me weak though. And it also does not mean I won't fight when stirred. In fact, the INFJ rage, when awoken, is the stuff of terrifying nightmares.
When I believe I am right or when my principles are challenged I will get ugly. I will use my empathic, intuitive knowledge of you to wound you where it really hurts… often irreparably.
I will speak first, without engaging my brain, and use the deep knowledge I have of you to cut deeply.
Therefore, I beg you, don't ever tick off your INFJ to the point where they rage. If you do, you are likely to never repair the hurt that results and you may never recover from the wounds you receive.
*If you'd like to know more about INFJs or the Myers Briggs Personality Types follow this link.


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People who were born in this country 50 years ago had an average life expectancy of 70 years. Now, 50 years later, the average life expectancy has jumped up to 78 years. That is an increase of over 10 percent in a very short period of time in a historical sense. However, while that increase may seem impressive to people from 50 years ago, today people are much more interested in quality of life rather than quantity of life.
Because of this, wellness centers are popping up all over the country that are dedicated to helping people maximize the quality of their lives. When you go to a wellness center, you will learn how to take care of yourself to ensure a retirement that is full of vitality and vigor. Here is a look at the ways visiting our wellness center will improve the quality of life you enjoy as you age gracefully.


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To fly over Northwest Arkansas, you'd think this sleepy rural community was all about chicken farms and open pastures. And it wasn't long ago that that's pretty much all there was around these parts. Yet, as one of America's fastest-growing populations and regional economies, the area has seen rapid expansion and in many different ways. One of those is its running community.
Rush Running Co. [more to come on this in a future blog] and Mike Rush's contagious passion for running has infused a sense of spirt and drive into runners in Fayetteville and Bentonville and participation has spread like wildfire. The training group to prepare for the April 5 Bentonville Running Festival, 5k, half marathon and relay, http://www.runbentonville.com/, has expanded from around 30 participants several years ago to a maximum-capacity 250 runners who come out to run and get instruction and guidance from Mike, his wife Ali, and other coaches. Last year's Festival hosted Bill Rogers and this year Joan Benoit Samuelson will be in town for the event.
Runners are also encouraged by the growing expanse of paved and soft trails that are available, many right from the center of downtown. Northwest Arkansas has a homegrown trail building operation, Progressive Trail Design, that works with cities to purchase land and rights of way for development into soft-surface trails in the region and it is doing for trail runners and mountain bikers what the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art has done for art connoisseurs.
In addition to the soft-surface trails, the 36-mile Razorback Greenway Trail, a paved trail that will connect the municipalities of Fayettville, Springdale, Rogers and Bentonville is almost complete. And the network of trails available to recreational runners just continues to grow. David Wright, Bentonville's Parks and Recreation Director, beams with pride when he talks about the amount of support he receives for the area's recreational endeavors.
More From Runner's World
Another infusion into the area's running community and also its fountain for future growth is a children's running program in the schools. Elementary school children train for a one mile or 5k race, meeting after school as part of a two-time-per-week group to prepare to run the event with a partner, which often encourages parents to pick up the sport as well. Misty Murphy, Regional Trail Coordinator for the Northwest Arkansas Council http://www.nwacouncil.org/, is tasked with the new role of promoting the increased use of trails in Benton and Washington counties and is proud of the area's network of soft trails that are being built next to elementary schools. There is also a bike program in the elementary schools so kids can ride during gym class or as transportation to field trips to visit historic or scientific venues.
Other engines of trail growth in the region include trails that Progressive Trail Design will be building around Lake Atalanta in Rogers and the City of Fayettville's acquisition of 376 acres atop Mount Kessler, which offers a real taste of the Ozark Mountains and miles of rugged singletrack that afford beautiful views and rocky terrain through old-growth forest [the preservation of which will be the subject of a future post.]
If you visit, the 21c Museum Hotel is quite the artful twist to Southern hospitality, not to mention some of the most delicious corn bread! And, speaking of food, there is a wide and growing variety of culinary options and Bentonville is now said to have "big city amenities with a small town feel."
For trail runs, you can hit: Blowing Springs, Hobbs State Park, Slaughter Pen, Crystal Bridges, and Mount Kessler.


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A small business blog featuring tips to help entrepreneurs succeed in the small business world. Topics include family business, human resources, marketing, money, networking, operations, ownership, startup, taxes and technology.
The Business of Dating While Owning a Business
You are a young and successful business owner. You already have many of the things you set you mind to accomplishing – a steady and lucrative income, success at a dream . . . there's just one important thing still missing – a successful relationship in your personal life. But who has time to make that happen?
Granted, I can't say that I understand completely where someone in that position may be coming from, since I started pursuing my entrepreneurial dreams after establishing my family. But many entrepreneurs start pursuing their business dreams so young (early twenties), that, by the time they feel comfortable with the path their business is on, they realize that they are still somewhat alone while many of those around them have gotten married and started families.
In all seriousness though, if having a family is something that is important to the future you see for yourself, the task at this point can seem arduous. Especially if your successful business takes up nearly every waking hour of your day. You may get noticed, after all you're successful and easy on the eyes, but rarely do the dates turn into relationships.
If you're at a point in life where you are ready to find a balance between running your business and finding that right person, here are some tips to get you on your way:
You need to figure out what is most important to you. That doesn't have to be a family. In fact, there are many entrepreneurs who put their business before their personal lives. If that is the case, however, you need to make any prospective counterparts aware of that fact from the get go. There is no point in pursuing a relationship if the other person expects more of you than you are willing to give. So, figure out where your priorities lie and be honest about that from the start.
If you are serious about finding the right person for you and starting a family, then you need to set aside time in your busy schedule to actually pursue that possibility (i.e. dating, vacations, etc.). You make time in your schedule for clients, employees and even friends (on occasion). Figure out how much time you're willing to allot to a relationship each week and stick to it. Lots of people do it and make it work for both them and their business. So can you.
Be aware of and prepared for the fact that you will have to sacrifice some of your commitment to your business. Typically that means hiring more employees to take care of the things you tend to prefer to do yourself that can be easily micromanage (after all, it's often about keeping control), such as bookkeeping. It means less money in your pocket because you're paying someone else, but if you really want to pursue this relationship thing, you'll find the sacrifice well worth it.
Placing yourself on the market doesn't necessarily mean that you have to wait until prospects find you. Use the resources that are out there to let the world know that you're making yourself available. Dating sites are always an option, especially because you can be upfront about your priorities and what you're looking for more easily, and you can filter through the prospects more quickly. Time management is what it's all about. There are even dating website geared directly toward the hard working singles, such as EntrepreneurDating.com and BusinessSingles.com.
And, among many other options, there's always networking events and conferences. These are great ways to meet new people, and possible relationship prospects, since the many of those in the crowd attending these events are often in the same position you are – really focused and driven to have a successful business and put social life on the side burner (hopefully not the back burner).
These are only tips to get you started. Know one knows where each possibility made lead, but at least you're on the right track to having everything you ever dreamed of – a successful business and a beautiful family (not necessarily in that order).
Entrepreneur.com: Up Close and Entrepreneurial
Related Small Business Buzz Posts:
Picking the Right Business Partner
Flexibility is What Working Parents Desire
Mompreneurs: Balancing Work and Motherhood
What Employees Want from You
It's all in the Family: How to Setup a Family Business


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Pearce, Bud
Bud Pearce
Services: Have been held.
Bud Pearce, 73, of Texico died Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2004, at Covenant Medical Center Lakeside in Lubbock.
He was born on Jan. 17, 1930, in Mexia, Texas, to Luther and Mollie Gordon Pearce.
He married Aileen May on Dec. 25, 1949, in Texico. He farmed for more than 60 years. Family members said he was a husband of one, a father of four, a grandfather of 13, a great-grandfather of one and a friend to all who knew him. He was a member and elder of the First Baptist Church in Texico.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Wanda Miller; and his parents.
Survivors include his wife; two sons, Dan Pearce (and wife, Miriam) of Sublett, Kan., and Rod Pearce (Ann) of Clovis; two daughters, Kim Peterson (Tim) of Texico and Jo Igo (Tony) of Whiteface, Texas; 13 grandchildren, Jamie Defeo (Troy), Joi and Josh Pearce, Carrie Huber (Shawn), Ben, Andy and Abby Pearce, Katie, Mollie and Ethan Peterson and Corrie, Kyle and Chris Igo; a great-grandchild, Camryn; and a sister, Sylva Compton of Clovis. The family will be fed at noon on Friday if any would want to come by.
Rob Hollis and Dan Pearce will officiate the services.
Burial will be at Texico Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be the grandchildren.
Honorary pallbearers are the elders and deacons of the First Baptist Church in Texico.
Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church in Texico.
Arrangements are by Steed-Todd Funeral Home of Clovis.


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Company Loathes Misery
Alicia McDougal | Brand, Culture, Engagement, Management| By
No one needs to tell you the top three or ten reasons why employees leave. You are an employee, you know why people leave jobs, and odds are you have resigned from a post for one reason or another. It is likely due to something being askew with the company culture; pay, leadership, lack of vision, development opportunities, or co-workers.
Company Loathes Misery
Yes, people leave jobs because of their co-workers! You know which ones – Crabby Cathy, Loud Lucy, Snarky Stanley, Mumbling Milton, that one person who always has something to complain about. (And you just know their response to Gallup's question about having a best friend at work is a resounding "No".)
At any given time during the work day THAT coworker expresses disdain for their work in a variety of ways; customers seek service (groan), a co-worker asks a question (eye-roll), a manager asks them to assist with training (big sigh), no matter what arises, the Grumpy Gus always finds the negative in the situation. They find no joy in anything remotely related to work, or anything outside of work, and they will tell anyone who is willing to listen. After all, misery loves company. Unfortunately for misery, the feeling is not mutual. Look around, your employees despise being on the same project team or in a meeting with Debbie Downer. In fact, they will likely take the long way around to the cafeteria just to avoid having the life sucked out of them as they walk by her cube.
What's the big deal? It's just their personality, being negative is part of Snarky Stanley's DNA. While it may appear to only be one person, their behavior impacts those around them, how work is getting done how your customers are being served, and the quality of the products being made. It is a symptom of a larger problem. If it is brushed off as "That's just who they are", your employees will not only lose trust in you, but they will take their talents elsewhere.
Just as service is a differentiator when buying or selling a product, culture is a differentiator when attracting and retaining talent. Corporate culture has become such a large part of organizational strategy that businesses are incorporating it into the C-suite. Chief Culture Officers are popping up everywhere. In fact, four CCOs were featured in the July/August 2015 edition of SHRM's HR Magazine the article "Culture Keepers".
When asked how culture relates to the company's external brand, part of Chief Culture Officer of Stericycle Inc. stated, (in part);
"By focusing on employees first, we create a competitive differentiator. It's less about what we do and more about who we are."
How your employees respond to situations on the job, how they interact with one another, how customers are treated, and how you as a leader respond – all of these actions – this is your culture.
If you continue to ignore the eye-rolls, shoulder shrugs, and dramatic sighs floating around your office, you will continue to experience decreases in productivity, low customer satisfaction and regrettable turnover.
Address the negativity. Doing so will help you retain your top performers and will protect your brand and your culture.


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Final, Team Chuck 163-135: Well, that was… interesting.
Charles Barkley earned some bragging rights over Shaquille O'Neal for another year when his band of rookies and sophomores scored a huge win in the BBVA Rising Stars Challenge. Kenneth Faried went for a game-high 40 points for the victorious team, with every Team Chuck player reaching double figures in scoring except Ricky Rubio (who made up for it with 10 assists).
Kyrie Irving dropped 32 points in the loss. None were more entertaining than the mano a mano battle he had with Brandon Knight late in the second half, although "battle" is being generous to Knight. Irving made the Pistons guard slip and slide as the Cavs guard drilled a step-back 3-pointer. Irving's teammate Dion Waiters, one of four Cleveland players in the game, scored 23 points for Team Shaq.
Second half, 5:20, Chuck 141-118: All right, Kyrie Irving reminded Brandon Knight who the All-Star in this competition is.
The reigning rookie of the year crossed up the second-year man from the Pistons and sent Knight slipping to the court. Irving rose up for a step-back jumper over the floor-bound Knight, who is outmatched.
Second half, 13:55, Chuck 109-90: Somebody should tell Faried about "the agreement." As long he does not play real defense, nobody else will, either.
Faried challenged a couple of his opponents' dunk attempts, catching Anthony Davis more by surprise than anything. Still, give Faried credit. The smile never leaves his face, and he does not seem concerned that this game does not count. He is having a ball and has 25 points to show for it.
Halftime, Chuck 90-66: Neither team is running their sets, and on defense they are not effectively keeping the guards from dribble pene– aw, screw it. Who are we kidding?
Any possession that does not involve ample dribbling and fancy passing is a waste of time here. This exhibition is about keeping casual fans entertained, and the best way to do that is with behind-the-back passes and dunks. The fact that Ricky Rubio has played only nine minutes is criminal.
Faried is one of a few Chucksters filling up the box score. The Nuggets forward has 19 points while Thomas has 14 points and seven assists.
First half, 4:54, Chuck 65-45: OK, somebody remind us again why Thomas was the last pick in the 2011 draft.
Thomas is making his first- and second-year brethren look silly, piling up a game-high 14 points with five assists already. The 5-foot-9 point guard out of U-Dub is making guys like Irving and Lillard, who were picked much higher in their respective drafts, look pretty silly. Thomas has not even committed a turnover yet.
The long-range barrage just keeps coming, too. Kenneth Faried drilled a 3-pointer to get in on the action and the "Manimal" had a bit of fun. His sneakers also are hideous, in case you were wondering, but not nearly as hideous as Craig Sager's shiny suit.
First half, 9:27, Chuck 40-29: The winners thus far in the battle who can play the better token defense are anybody who can hit a long-range shot. Right now, those guys are playing for the Chuckster.
Chuck's squad is 6-for-10 from deep, including Isaiah Thomas' perfect 3-for-3. Thomas' shooting excellence is almost enough to forgive his red and yellow shoes, which do not exactly go with his purple and silver Kings motif.
First half, 16:50, Chuck 13-9: Pretty much everyone with a public platform said before this game that Team Shaq was the clear favorite, but nobody should have told that to the guys on Team Chuck. The Chucksters lead early as their general manager chose not to join his opponent on the court before the game.
The most interesting thing so far here is the shoes. There is a lot of lime green and neon yellow, so if the actual play is not unsightly enough, the fashion choices make this an outright eyesore.
9:17 p.m.: Tip-off is just a few minutes away, so here are your starters.
Harrison Barnes
Chandler Parsons
Michael Kidd-Gilchrist
Kyrie Irving
Damian Lillard
Kenneth Faried
Anthony Davis
Kawhi Leonard
Ricky Rubio
Bradley Beal
8:39: Hopefully Walker will give all the UConn fans enough to root for, because a former Husky was scratched from the roster. Drummond suffered a back injury last week and will be out up to six weeks, so Magic rookie Andrew Nicholson, a St. Bonaventure product, will take his place.
8 p.m. ET: The next generation is set to show of its skills before the current stars get to work in Houston. The top first- and second-year players will take the hardwood at the Toyota Center on Friday for the BBVA Rising Stars Challenge, which pits Team Chuck against Team Shaq.
Charles Barkley and Shaquille O'Neal drafted their teams on live TV, with Damian Lillard and Anthony Davis as the top picks. Kyrie Irving, who will take part in the real All-Star Game on Sunday, was selected after the rookies just in case the Cleveland point guard decides to limit his minutes or sit out entirely for the rookie-sophomore game.
The rosters appear below.
Team Shaq
Damian Lillard (Portland)
Kyrie Irving (Cleveland)
Klay Thompson (Golden State)
Harrison Barnes (Golden State)
Chandler Parsons (Houston)
Dion Waiters (Cleveland)
Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (Charlotte)
Tyler Zeller (Cleveland)
Kemba Walker (Charlotte)
Andre Drummond (Detroit)
Team Chuck
Anthony Davis (New Orleans)
Kenneth Faried (Denver)
Kawhi Leonard (San Antonio)
Bradley Beal (Washington)
Ricky Rubio (Minnesota)
Tristan Thompson (Cleveland)
Nikola Vucevic (Orlando)
Brandon Knight (Detroit)
Isaiah Thomas (Sacramento)
Alexey Shved (Minnesota)
Join us for updates and analysis — whatever "analysis" entails in an exhibition game where defense and strategy will be optional — for the game, which is scheduled to tip off at 9 p.m. ET.


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Not everyone is cut out to run a business. Not everyone is cut out to be an entrepreneur. It takes a special talent. Some owners of small businesses have it and some don't.
Before you invest time, energy and money, it's important to do some serious self-analysis. In business, there are no guarantees. There is simply no way to eliminate all the risks associated with starting a small business - but you can improve your chances of success with good planning, preparation, and insight.
Start by evaluating your strengths and weaknesses as a potential owner and manager of a small business. Before you go into any type of business carefully consider the following questions:
Are you a self-starter? It will be entirely up to you to develop projects, organise your time, and follow through on details.
How well do you get along with different personalities? Business owners need to develop working relationships with a variety of people including customers, vendors, staff, bankers, and professionals such as lawyers, accountants or consultants. Can you deal with a demanding client, an unreliable vendor if your business interests demand it?
How good are you at making decisions? Small business owners are required to make decisions constantly - often quickly, independently, and under pressure.
Do you have the physical and emotional stamina to run a business? Business ownership can be exciting, but it's also a lot of work. Can you face six or seven 12-hour work days every week?
How well do you plan and organise? Research indicates that poor planning is responsible for most business failures. Good organisation of financials, inventory, schedules, and production can help you avoid many pitfalls.
Is your drive strong enough? Running a business can wear you down emotionally. Some business owners burn out quickly from having to carry all the responsibility for the success of their business on their own shoulders. Strong motivation will help you survive slowdowns and periods of burnout.
How will the business affect your family? The first few years of business start-up can be hard on family life. It's important for family members to know what to expect and for you to be able to trust that they will support you during this time. There also may be financial difficulties until the business becomes profitable, which could take months or years. You may have to adjust to a lower standard of living or put family assets at risk in the short-term.
Studies have shown that entrepreneurs are persevering and not easily defeated. They thrive in a challenging environment and have a tremendous need to be in control. They turn diversity into opportunity. They are risk takers. They welcome responsibility, and they are willing and able to make decisions.
Moreover, successful entrepreneurs are patient and able to wait out the sometimes slow beginnings of a business. They also are able to learn from their mistakes, trust their own judgment and have an optimistic outlook.
It's obvious: you have to love your work. And if you choose a business that blends with your personality, those extra hours you will have to work won't seem so bad. The key is to identify what you enjoy doing the most and then find a business opportunity that makes use of your skills and interests.
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Hey there, Friends!
I have been on a rampage the last few weeks, simply due to the fact that I LOATHE CLUTTER! I believe that I have been pretty transparent in my feelings about all of the unnecessary STUFF with you all, so I've been busy running Operation Declutter around the White House. Do you ever find yourself overwhelmed by just…STUFF? Well, if this at all sounds like something you struggle with, I am here to help. Below are a few tips to help get you out of your rut.
1. Do not let paper pile up. Take a few minutes every other day or so to just weed through things like mail, kid's school paperwork, etc. Once you've looked it over, decide whether to file it away, shred it, sign it, or trash it, then just do it!
2. Everything has a place. It just makes it that much easier when you know where to find things.
3. Have a designated location for donation items. Periodically, we will all go through and purge from our closets. Everyone in the house, all the way down to the 6 year old, knows where to put the items we are donating…..the bin in the garage.
I'll be back later this week for a few more tidbits. Please don't hesitate to reach out should you have any questions. Remember, don't just talk about it….BE about it!


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Having green energy in your house is a great way to protect the environment, while reducing energy costs. It is not necessary to have an electric car in order to do this. This article has some great, simple ways to improve energy efficiency.
Do your best to keep your windows shaded from any sunlight. Use curtains or blinds as an alternative. Doing both these things will decrease your usage of the air conditioning during the summer because your house will be cooler. This means that you will save energy as well as money.
The U.S. Government makes grant funds available as an incentive for consumers to start using green energy. Get in touch with your local government to find out what kind of programs exist in your area. You can qualify for installation of solar power at little to no cost.
Every community offers different energy sources, so research the ones that are available to you. Find out what the cost would be to switch, how much it would cost to maintain, and whether your government has any legislation regarding its use. Think about switching to natural gas or well water as examples of simple changes.
Dry Clothes
Dry clothes on a clothelines during the summer. The sun will make your clothing smell great. They will feel and smell fresher than machine-dried clothes. Additionally, you will have substantial savings on your utility bills every month that you dry clothes outside.
Run the dishwasher when it's full instead of half-full in order to save energy and money. Don't run it when there are a low number of dishes present. The dishwasher can actually fit a lot of dishes when loaded correctly. Just make sure to align the dishes in an orderly manner to maximize the available space.
When you are not using something, turn it off. When you leave a room, switch off the lights, computer or T.V. The easiest way to do this is to plug everything into a power strip and then just switch that power strip to the off position whenever you need to.
Keep your refrigerator well maintained. Refrigerators use a large amount of energy, so they should be taken care of to work their best. Make dusting the coils part of your weekly cleaning routine. Check frequently to ensure that the door seals tightly.
Don't use electric heaters unless you have to during the winter months. You can save electricity by avoiding these devices. Use a fireplace in place of the heater and wear warm layers of clothing. By inhaling cooler air during the sleeping hours, your breathing will be better as your airways are less likely to get dry.
Take advantage of any federal or local rebates that you may be entitled to receive. Your local utility company may be offering green energy rebates to apply updates. If not, there might be tax credits or deductions available from the federal or state government. These rebates, credits, and other allowances can make it much more affordable to install renewable energy equipment on your property.
Don't turn up the heat very high. If you find the air a little chilly, put on a sweater or an extra pair of socks. Having your heat turned up too high will consume a great deal of unnecessary energy.
In order to cut down on fuel usage, you should consider using carpooling not only for work, but for other activities too. Set up carpooling with other parents to get the kids to soccer practice or band camp. You could also start doing your grocery shopping with neighbors or friends and switch on and off with who does the driving.
Changing your furnace's filter, using light bulbs that are energy efficient and using programmable thermostat are simple ways to conserve energy at home. Set an example so others will realize how important going green can be! Remember these tips and start using them today.


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Saturday, December 16, 2006
Documents Allegedly Show Eli Lilly Downplayed Zyprexa Risks
Interesting and detailed article in the New York Times -- Eli Lilly Said to Play Down Risk of Top Pill, by Alex Berenson, pertaining to documents that allegedly show manipulation of Zyprexa information by Eli Lilly sales agents. Here's an excerpt:
The drug maker Eli Lilly has engaged in a decade-long effort to play down the health risks of Zyprexa, its best-selling medication for schizophrenia, according to hundreds of internal Lilly documents and e-mail messages among top company managers.
The documents, given to The Times by a lawyer representing mentally ill patients, show that Lilly executives kept important information from doctors about Zyprexa's links to obesity and its tendency to raise blood sugar — both known risk factors for diabetes.
Lilly's own published data, which it told its sales representatives to play down in conversations with doctors, has shown that 30 percent of patients taking Zyprexa gain 22 pounds or more after a year on the drug, and some patients have reported gaining 100 pounds or more. But Lilly was concerned that Zyprexa's sales would be hurt if the company was more forthright about the fact that the drug might cause unmanageable weight gain or diabetes, according to the documents, which cover the period 1995 to 2004.
Zyprexa has become by far Lilly's best-selling product, with sales of $4.2 billion last year, when about two million people worldwide took the drug.


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Sodium hypochlorite is a chemical compound with chemical formula NaOCl. Sodium hypochlorite solution is commonly known as whitening agent or Clorox. This chemical compound is also used commonly as disinfectant as well. Sodium hypochlorite is first produced in 1789 by Claude Louis Berthollet in his laboratory in Paris, France. This chemical compound is made by passing the chlorine gas through sodium carbonate solution. The liquid that became the result of this reaction is known as weak sodium hypochlorite solution. However, this process is not efficient and the alternative production method is searched.
One of these methods involves calcium hypochlorite extraction using sodium carbonate in order to produce low levels chlorine. This method is commonly used to produce hypochlorite solution for antiseptic in hospital that is sold with trade name "Eusol." Toward the end of 19th century, E.S. Smith patented the production method of sodium hypochlorite that involves salt water electrolysis in order to produce sodium hydroxide and chlorine gas that later combined to form sodium hypochlorite.
This process is known as chloralkali process. Both electrical power and salt water solution are available with affordable price that time. There are many marketers that take advantage of this situation to meet the market demand for sodium hypochlorite. Sodium hypochlorite solution that is bottled then sold with various brand names.
These days, one of the methods that are considered as improvement of chloralkali method is hooker process. This process is the only process that is used to produce sodium hypochlorite in large scale. In this process, sodium hypochlorite and sodium chloride are formed when chlorine is passed in low temperature state and dilute the sodium hydroxide solution.
This chemical compound is produced in industrial process through electrolysis with the minimal separation of anode and cathode. The solution should be kept under 40°C temperature (using circular freezer) to prevent the formation of sodium chlorate that is not expected. Since chlorine is reducted and oxidized gradually, then this process is known as disproportionation. This commercial solution always contains the significant amount of sodium chloride as main side product.
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The Uses of Sodium Hypochlorite
There are several applications of sodium hypochlorite uses in everyday life. Below are the applications of this chemical solution.
1. Whitening Agent
Whitening agent or also known as bleach for household is commonly the solution that contains 4-6% of sodium hypochlorite and 0.01-0.05% of sodium hydroxide while sodium hydroxide is used to delay the breakage of sodium hypochlorite into sodium chloride and sodium chlorate. For household purpose, sodium hypochlorite is used for getting rid of the stain from clothing.
This solution is very effective for stains on cotton fiber since it can remove the stains perfectly. For standard size washing machine, you only need to use 50 to 250ml of this solution depend on the amount of clothes that you want to wash. The properties of bleach for household that is effective for removing stains might also cause cumulative damage on organic fiber such as cotton. If you use the bleach regularly on clothes that are made of cotton, the durability of the clothes will be reduced. Sodium hydroxide that is also used in bleach might also cause fiber degradation as well.
This chemical compound can't vaporize easily and the residue of sodium hydroxide that is not rinsed will keep damage the organic fiber slowly with helps from humidity. For this reason, if the stain only appears on certain spot, the treatment should be considered if necessary.
With caution, the treatment using vinegar (or weak acid) will neutralize the sodium hydroxide and vaporize the chlorine that came as residue from hypochlorite. T-shirt and cotton sheets that rip easily show the effect of using bleach when washing the clothes. Hot water can increase the effectiveness of bleach since there is the increase of reactivity of those molecules.
2. Disinfectant
Weak solution from 2% household bleach that is added to warm water can be used for cleaning soft surface before the making of wine or beer. The surface needs to be rinsed to prevent the damage on the taste of those drinks. The side product that contains chlorine from the process of surface cleaning might also dangerous as well.
US government regulation (21 CFR part 178) allows direct contact with surface of food processing tools that are cleaned using solution that contains bleach as long as the solution can be rinsed as thoroughly as possible before it has direct contact with the foods and also the solution shouldn't be contained chlorine more than 200 ppm (for example, one tablespoon of household bleach contains 5.25% of sodium hypochlorite per gallon of water).
If higher concentration is used, the surface should be rinsed with drinking water after sanitation. The dilution of household bleach using water (one part of bleach with 4 parts of water) is effective for many bacteria and some viruses. This solution is corrosive and really needs to be rinsed after being used.
Disinfection with bleach sometimes is followed with disinfection using ethanol. Disinfectant solution that is produced commercially such as Virocidin-X is usually contains sodium hypochlorite as single active ingredient even though this product also contains surfactant (to prevent spots) and fragrance (to conceal the smell of bleach).
3. Water treatment
For breakpoint chlorination of water or well system, solution of 3% household bleach can be used. For larger system, sodium hypochlorite is more practical since lower level of this chemical compound can be used. Alkalinity of sodium hypochlorite solution might also cause the sedimentation of minerals such as calcium carbonate so that breakpoint chlorination is commonly followed by clogging effect.
The sedimentation also might maintain bacteria as well so that this process is not too effective. Sodium hypochlorite has been used for drinking water disinfection. A concentration that is equivalent with about 1 liter of household bleach per 4000 liters of water is used for this purpose. The exact amount is needed depends on the water chemistry, temperature, contact period, and whether there is sediment or not. In large scale application, chlorine residue is measured for the right titration in dosage level.
For emergency disinfection, US Environmental Protection Agency recommends the use of 2 drops of 4% to 6% household bleach per liter of water. If the water that is required doesn't have bleach smell, the bleach can be added more than 2 drops. More people prefer to store drinking water for long term to be used in emergency situation. If you do this, you need to consider following the same protocols of treatment during the storing process (and not when it came to access the water) which usually uses additional level of processing about 15 drops per gallon of water.
You need to make sure that you confirm that the water has the smell of bleach after it left for a half of hour. Besides that, dispose the water and replace it each 3 to 5 years is recommended. All this time, washing the container for foods (usually made of polyethylene) is recommended to use warm soap water or water and bleach solution with strong concentration and followed by flushing it using clean water.
4. Endodontic Therapy
Sodium hypochlorite is also used in endodontic therapy during the treatment for root canal of the teeth. This chemical compound is a perfect choice due to its ability in fighting the pathogen organisms and pulp decay. In the past, Henry Drysdale Dakin solution (0.5%) is used for this treatment. The concentration of sodium hypochlorite that is used in endodontic therapy these days may vary between 0.5% and 5.25%.
In low concentration, this chemical compound will dissolve the necrotic tissue while in higher concentration, the dissolving of tissue is better but also might dissolve vital tissue as well which is the common effect that is not expected. Studies showed that the clinical effectiveness is not increased significantly for concentration that is higher than 1%.
5. Household Bleach Compound
Household bleach and pool chlorination solution are usually stabilized by lye (NaOH) concentration that is significant as the part of its formation reaction. Skin that is exposed to this will experience irritation or burnt due to the elimination of lipid and destruction of tissue. Bleach will be slippery on skin due to this process. Trichloramine is the gas that is used for pool and might cause atopic asthma.
Sodium thiosulfate is an effective chlorine neutralizer. Rinse your skin with 5mg/L solution that is followed with the washing with soap and water immediately will remove the smell of chlorine from your skin. Combining bleach with several household cleaners might be dangerous.
For example, combining cleaner that is made of acid with sodium hypochlorite bleach will create chlorine gas. Combining sodium hypochlorite with ammonia solution (including urine) might create chloramines. The mix of other cleaning material or organic materials with sodium hypochlorite might create gas reaction that might cause acute lung damage. Both chlorine gas and chloramines are toxic. Bleach can react tremendously with hydrogen.
6. The Source of Nucleotide Adenine
Barrette investigated the loss of nucleotide adenine by studying the energy content of cells that are exposed to hypochlorite. It is found that the cells that are exposed to hypochlorite are unable to increase the energy content after the enhancement of nutrients.
The conclusion is that the cells that are exposed lost their ability to control their adenylate pool according to the fact that metabolic intake is just decreased for 45% only after the exposure to hypochlorite and the observation that showed hypochlorite can cause intracellular ATP hydrolysis. This is also confirmed that in the level of bactericide hypochlorite, the cytosolic component is not effective.
It is reported that the modification of several proteins that are bond to the membrane might cause wide scale ATP hydrolysis. This process, together with cells that are unable to remove the AMP from cytosol, will repress the metabolic function. One protein that involves in the loss of ability to reproduce ATP is discovered. This protein is known as ATP synthase.
More Uses of Sodium Hypochlorite
Meanwhile, here are more sodium hypochlorite uses in the general fields.
7. Nerve neutralization material
In various facilities for nervous damage treatment across the US, 50% sodium hypochlorite is used as material for removing all traces of nerve material or dangerous material from PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) after an entry is made by personnel to contagious area. 50% sodium hypochlorite is also used for neutralizing the release of nerve material in contagious area as well. Lower concentration of sodium hypochlorite is used in the same way in Pollution Prevention System (PPS) in order to make sure that there is no nerve material that is released into furnace exhaust.
8. Packaging and Marketing
Whitening agent for household that is sold to be used for washing the clothes is 3-6% sodium hypochlorite solution. The power of this solution is difference from one formulation to another and the power will gradually decrease during storing. The 12% solution is used widely for water chlorination and the 15% solution is commonly used as disinfectant for wastewater in refineries. Sodium hypochlorite also can be used for disinfecting the drinking water as well. This solution also can be found in store shelves as daily sanitation spray.
9. Oxidation
The household bleach that is used with transfer-phase catalyst is reported can be used to oxidize alcohol in related carbonyl compound. Sodium hypochlorite is a strong oxidator. Oxidation reaction is corrosive. The solution will burn the skin and might cause damage to the eyes, especially when it's being used in high concentration.
However, according to NFPA, only solution that contains more than 40% of high concentration sodium hypochlorite is considered as dangerous oxidator. Solution with less than 40% of sodium hypochlorite is considered as moderate dangerous oxidator. Chlorination of drinking water might oxidize the organic contaminants that produce trihalomethane (also known as haloform) that no other than carcinogenic substance.
10. Disinfectant Action Mechanism
Escherichia coli that are exposed to sodium hypochlorite will lose its ability to survive in less than 100 ms due to the inactivation of vital system. Sodium hypochlorite can cause 100% detainment of growth just in 5 minutes. However, it's important to be noticed that the concentration of bactericide that is needed in this process is also very depended on the concentration of bacteria.
The Cautions of the Uses of Sodium Hypochlorite
However, there are many Sodium Hypochlorite uses, you need to pay to these cautions.
1. Glucose Oxidation Blocker
In 1948, Knox was reported the idea of glucose oxidation blocking as the main factor in natural bactericide chlorine solution. He reported that the active ingredient or the diffusion material that penetrates cytoplasm membrane is the key to stop the activity of enzyme that contains sulfhydryl in glycolytic pathway.
This group is also first recorded as the chlorine solution (HOCl) that hampers the sulfhydryl enzyme. Recent studies have been showed that in level of bactericide the cytosol component is not reacted to hypochlorite (HOCl or NaOCl). According to this, McFeters and Camper discovered that aldolase, the enzyme that is suggested by Knox will not be activated, will not be affected by hypochlorite in vivo.
This result showed that the loss of sulfhydryl is not correlated with inactivation. This left a question about what is the cause of the glucose oxidation blocking. The discovery that HOCl can hamper the induction of β-galactosidase by lactose that is added might provide possible answer for this question.
The absorption of substrate that is labeled as radioactive by ATP hydrolysis and the transportation along with proton can be blocked by hypochlorite expose that has been lost its viability before. Hypochlorite (HOCl or NaOCl) plays a role as disinfectant. From this observation, it is suggested that hypochlorite can block the nutrition absorption by disabling the trans-protein. The question about the loss of glucose oxidation is explored even further in the subject of the loss of respiration.
2. Block the DNA Replication
Recently is reported that the bacteria inactivation by hypochlorite occurs due to the blocking of DNA replication. When bacteria are exposed to hypochlorite, there is the deficit of sedimentation in DNA synthesis that precedes the protein synthesis blocking and this is usually occurred reciprocally with the loss of viability.
During genome replication in bacteria, the original replication (ori C in E. coli) that bond to the protein is joined together with cell membrane and this is examined that the treatment with hypochlorite will decrease the affinity of cell membrane that is extracted for ori C and this deficit of affinity is also proportional with the loss of viability.
A study that is conducted by Rosen compared the blocking rate of hypochlorite on plasmid DNA with the different original replication and found out that certain plasmids show the delay in replication blocking when compared to plasmid that contains ori C. Rosen group reported that the inactivation of protein membrane that is involved in DNA replication is action mechanism of hypochlorite.
3. Outspread Protein and Aggregation
Hypochlorite is known cause post-translation change in protein, except cysteine oxidation and methionine. A test to the role of hypochlorite bactericide reveals that it is a potential inductor from protein aggregation. Hsp33, a molecular chaperone, is known activated by the post-oxidative tension, is protecting bacteria from the effect of hypochlorite by acting as a holdase which effectively prevent the coagulation of protein.
Strains from E. coli and Vibrio cholerae are lack of Hsp33, especially the ones that are sensitive to hypochlorite. Hsp33 is protected by many essential proteins from aggregation and inactivation due to hypochlorite which is a possibility of mediator from the effect of hypochlorite bactericide.
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I decided that the prize should be this cuff because I couldn't really sell it. Once I'd started the embroidery on the lace I couldn't stop, so it became a labour of love.
The cuff is made from a damask fabric that has had a piece of vintage lace appliquéd onto it. The lace has been decorated with tiny chain stitch and bronze beads. The edges of the cuff are decorated with fine, vintage lace and it is fastened via press studs.
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The Fulfilling Lives programme
The National Lottery Community Fund has invested £112 million over 8 years in local partnerships in 12 areas across England, helping those experiencing multiple disadvantage access more joined-up services tailored to their needs. Multiple disadvantage is defined as experience of two or more of homelessness, substance misuse, reoffending and mental ill-health.
The programme aims to change lives, change systems and involve beneficiaries. The programme is not a preventative programme, but instead aims to better support those with entrenched needs who are not otherwise engaging with services. The programme uses coproduction to put people with lived experience in the lead and builds on their assets to end the revolving door of disjointed care for adults.
The programme has three main outcomes:
- People experiencing multiple disadvantage manage their lives better through access to person-centred and co-ordinated services.
- Services are tailored and better connected, with service users able to fully take part in effective service design and delivery.
- Shared learning and the improved measurement of outcomes will demonstrate the impact of service models to key stakeholders and influence future programme design by local services.
The programme also has a strong focus on systems change, so that these new ways of working can become sustainable. Each of the 12 partnerships have created their own local systems change plan with a series of priorities for the remainder of the programme. Taken together, five common themes have emerged which form the national systems change focus. The system change priorities can be read here.


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I really like how you're decorating your home, Anna :) it has a very homey feel to it. With 6 dogs, a baby and hubby...and a big home! That's a lot of work. Have a good weekend :)ReplyDelete
I love this outfit Anna! The boots are absolutely gorgeous! XxReplyDelete
- Anonymous26 January 2013 at 09:25
Didnt u spend nearly €100 on dog bed a few months ago and now ur wasting more money on more because u havent trained ur dogs properly and they destroyed them. I feel so sorry for the baby.ReplyDeleteReplies
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@ Anonymous- What a waste of a life! You spend your time looking for things others do in which you don't agree with? I don't understand people like you. What is the purpose of watching their vlogs or reading Anna's blog if you disagree with how they choose to live their OWN lives? Not only are Anna and Jofus great parents, they are also excellent pet owners. They treat their puppies like they are their children for goodness sakes! How about you do all of us a favor and go away and never come back!Delete
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Gorgeous outfit Anna xxReplyDelete
- Anonymous28 January 2013 at 15:41
Poor baby? oh please! you can quite clearly see amelia is adored! They're living to their means! they can afford to buy new dog beds if they wish! Amelia has ALOT more things than the dogs and as you can see from the vlogs shes obviously very happy! .. you look gorgeous anna!ReplyDelete
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Annapolis Autumn: Life, Death, and Literature at the U.S. Naval Academy.
New York: The New Press, 2005. A book of memoirs on the paradoxes of teaching English at a military college.
"Bruce Fleming should get down on his knees every evening and thank the Lord for the tenure system. [He writes:] "The war novels we read in class show the waste and pointlessness of war." . . . All this is absolutely accurate." –Jonathan Yardley, The Washington Post
"Bruce Fleming initiates a no-holds-barred conversation about the task of teaching literature to Naval cadets. His anecdotes and analyses often speak to a plight that goes beyond an institution whose students are paid to attend class. Fleming elucidates aspects of the academy's culture with neither the hushed reverence nor snide cynicism that can accompany writing on the military. Wonderful Stand and Deliver-style scenes... What ties this book together are telling anecdotes that hit on the idiosyncratic nature of masculinity." –John Dicker, City Paper
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Pac 10 Expansion: Now or NeverFebruary 22, 2009
In the largest revenue producing and highest profile college sport the Pac-10's current model has consistently set itself up for failure and underacheivement.
Limiting progress, failing to adapt and leaving large sums of money on the table.
A typical year may go something like this: USC starts in the preseason top-five. While the Trojans are clearly one of the most talented teams in they country, they still falter on a conference road game.
As a result, Peter Carroll and Co. is held out of the national championship game in favor of teams with identical records.
USC wins the conference and receives the league's lone BCS berth.
USC pummels a markedly inferior Big Ten team in the Rose Bowl for a top-five finish. The Trojans divide their BCS spoils with the other nine teams.
Stale, predictable, and underachieving.
(Forgive my over-usage of USC in this article. It is in part designed to convey the predictability and boredom that has become Pac-10 football)
The 2008-'09 Pac-10 football season may be viewed as another successful season capped—saved may be a better term—by an astonishing 5-0 run in the Bowls.
During which, the Pac-10 put a beat-down on top representatives from nearly every major conference—Big Ten, Big 12, Big East, ACC, and the MWC.
Impressive? Yes, but upon closer review, it may just a reflection of weak bowl alignments. Only one of the Pac's five bowl teams was an underdog.
Either way, 2008-09 offered little progress. Another year, another champion confined to the Rose Bowl while three other conferences—including a less-than-stellar Big 10—received lucrative jackpots from a second BCS berth.
National Championship Aspirations
As it stands, USC would almost have to go undefeated or maintain a better record than premier BCS champs for a sniff at the Crystal Ball.
The Pac's distinct Round Robin system may be traditional and beloved by coaches, but it is prohibitive to BCS success.
Each team is inherently placed on the road in conference play at least four or five times every year. Even the best teams would falter at one point.
Making it difficult to sustain a strong enough record to for a national championship and/or a second at-large bid (2005 Oregon, 2007 Arizona St. come to mind).
Second BCS Bowl
No other conference has seemingly been hit harder by BCS buster party crashing. In 2004, a very deserving Aaron Rodgers-led Cal team was denied BCS entry in favor of the Texas Longhorns.
While much of the attention centered on the Cal-Texas debate, it should be pointed out that the other at-large spot went to undefeated Utah—the first ever BCS buster, starting a new trend.
Since the BCS expanded to the fifth Bowl in 2006 and made the path easier for non-BCS teams, they also made it easier for second tier BCS conferences to get in an additional bid.
Since then, the Pac-10 has failed miserably while the Big 10 has had two BCS Bowl berths in each of the last three years. Is the Big 10 really on a higher plane?
In fact, no other Pac-10 team besides USC has even cracked the BCS jackpot since Washington St. in 2002-03—and they are a long ways from going back.
Within that same time frame Utah, Hawaii, and Boise St. have all cashed in. Is it safe to say that a Utah or a Boise St. has an easier path to the BCS than Oregon, Arizona St. or Cal? A compelling case that may continue to erode the Pac-10 monopoly on top western recruiting.
The Emergence of the MWC
The MWC is headed for the BCS. It may not be until 2012 or further beyond that but it's a strong possibility.
The MWC is now 2-0 in BCS Bowls. Compare that to the ACC (2-9) or the Big 10 (2-5 since '04). Utah's commanding win over Alabama has prompted serious discussion for MWC acceptance.
MWC entrance as the seventh BCS conference could prove detrimental to the Pac-10. It would make the a second berth improbable, threaten to change recruiting dynamics in the west and force the Pac to share what little attention western football seems to receive.
It would also mean that the smaller MWC conference would enjoy roughly the same BCS spoils as their larger and more popular neighbor.
Current litigation efforts may force the BCS hands. In turn, an easy compromise would be to strengthen ranks of the MWC.
Could you imagine the MWC with Tulsa, Fresno St. and Boise St.? Colorado? I know it's a stretch, but there is potential the MWC could narrow the gap considerably in a short time.
Benefits of Expansion
Expanding the Pac to 12 teams could help immensely. It would make conference play easier and less rigid by bifurcating teams into two separate divisions.
It would add the prestige, national draw, and lucre of a conference championship game. New markets could be tapped and threats from up-and-coming conferences could be stunted.
Expansion would make the Pac champion look stronger, enhance the chance for a national title, dramatically improve the possibility of a second berth and help the conference ascend as an elite BCS conference.
Why now?
The Pac-10 is heightening its effort to replace long-time commissioner Tom Hansen who retires on July 1.
The selection will innately play a huge role in the direction and future of the Pac-10. Do they select an old hand and maintain status quo or pursue a visionary looking to reach new heights?
Plus, if the MWC obtains BCS acceptance, teams like Utah and TCU may be inclined to stay. They would (likely) be BCS Bowl contenders every year—a key selling point that would attract several top programs out west.
My Top Five
While the current model is not conducive for progress, a 12-team conference is not the end all be all.
Expansion only makes sense if you bring in the right schools. Schools that fit within the academic model, contribute more than they consume and offer the Pac as a whole more prestige, more revenue and a better chance at closing the gap on the premier conferences.
Here are my top five candidates.
1. Utah—Decent academics. Strong football and basketball programs. Well-rounded in other sports.
2. Colorado—Currently in a BCS conference. Strong football name. Large Denver market.
3.TCU—Strong football program. Solid Dallas market. Could extend recruiting bases deeper into Texas.
4. BYU—Well-balanced athletics. Nationwide fan base. Excellent academics. Sunday scheduling, conservative politics and non "research institution" may be issues.
5. Boise St.—Exciting football. Weaker in other sports. Small market. May lack academic prowess.
Fresno St., San Diego St, New Mexico, UNLV and Colorado St. are all worthy of discussion. Some of these may bring attractive markets but may not be competitive enough, lack the budget, tradition or academics to contribute meaningfully.
Hard minds are hard to change. It's no surprise most Pac-10 university presidents adamantly oppose expansion. That said my guess is Hansen will be replaced by an old hand. Someone who will maintain the current course to mediocrity.
Granted, expansion is a much more complicated process than many of us fans can understand. There are a multitude of sports and other programs that would be impacted. Travel is complicated.
Old rivalries may be parsed. But the opportunity costs for ignoring expansion are too great. And certainly profitable enough to make everyone happy.
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Lawrence Wyllie, the former Lincoln-Way superintendent who led the south suburban district into academic prominence, then set it on a course of fiscal ruin, has been charged with fraud.
Federal prosecutors allege Wyllie, 79, hid the "true financial health" of Lincoln-Way High School District 210 by misusing millions in bond money and fraudulently spent school district funds on personal projects, including Superdog, a dog-training school he ordered built.
Wyllie also pocketed more than $30,000 in unused vacation days and a retirement bonus he wasn't entitled to, prosecutors charged.
In 1989, Wyllie became Lincoln-Way superintendent and oversaw the district's expansion from a single school in New Lenox to four different campuses before retiring in 2013. Educators across the state considered Wyllie a leader in school finance and praised Lincoln-Way for its high achievement while spending less per pupil than most other districts.
Lincoln-Way primarily serves students from New Lenox, Frankfort, Mokena, Manhattan and Tinley Park. Within those communities, Wyllie was known for an autocratic leadership style that left little room for questioning his decisions. School officials had a saying: "Follow the LAW," meaning Lawrence A. Wyllie.
The federal indictment follows a yearlong investigation by the Daily Southtown, a Tribune sister paper, that exposed questionable financial practices at Lincoln-Way, private uses of public resources and deals benefiting insiders, including Superdog.
Wyllie's attorneys, Dan Webb and Bob Trevarthen, released a statement Thursday maintaining Wyllie's innocence and lauding him as "a model educator in Illinois for 55 years."
But prosecutors paint a far different picture of Wyllie, who they say explicitly misled the families of the children he taught while enriching himself.
As Will County's population grew during the 1990s, Wyllie led Lincoln-Way.
Lincoln-Way grew from one school with two campuses to two separate four-year schools and the district experienced overcrowding. In response, Wyllie pushed hard for a $225 million referendum measure in 2006 to build two new schools and accommodate growth.
A community group campaigned vigorously against the proposal, arguing that the district should build one school and wait to see whether a fourth was necessary before moving forward. But voters backed Wyllie, and the district went on to issue $52 million in bonds in 2006, $123 million in 2007 and $29 million in 2009.
The population growth, which was based on questionable assumptions by district officials, didn't materialize, and the district began blowing quickly through its cash reserves.
As Lincoln-Way's finances atrophied, Wyllie fraudulently used bond funds to conceal the district's true financial condition, prosecutors said.
The district's problems did not become apparent to the public until 2015, when Lincoln-Way landed on the state's financial watch list and the school board voted to shutter Lincoln-Way North High School, igniting a firestorm of criticism.
Between March 2010 and October 2012, Wyllie repeatedly reclassified millions and transferred bond funds from the U.S. Bank account where the district maintained them to Old Second Bank, which the district used to pay operating expenses, according to the indictment.
By doing that, Wyllie "concealed the scheme and the true financial health" of the district by fraudulently "appearing to lower the district's net operating expenditures in its audited financial statements," prosecutors said.
The understatement of operating expenditures and misuse of bond funds during that time was at least $7 million, prosecutors said.
Wyllie's attorneys said in their statement that he "did not receive any funds or profit as a result of the bonds issued by the school district. All of the bond money referenced in the indictment was expended on school related issues."
Federal prosecutors explicitly accuse Wyllie of misleading the community about the district's financial condition.
In December 2009, Wyllie told the board and public that the state of Illinois was $5 million behind on payments to the school district, but the state was not, according to the indictment.
Rather, "the school district's financial challenges were a result of its expenditures exceeding its revenues," prosecutors said.
Prosecutors identified at least two instances where they allege Wyllie misappropriated school district funds and resources for personal benefit.
At Wyllie's direction, school officials in 2011 and 2012 transformed a barn on the district's North campus into a space fit for a dog training center whose instructor worked with Wyllie and his Australian shepherds.
Federal prosecutors said the district spent at least $50,000 to build and operate the school, known as Superdog. The Southtown first reported on Superdog in January 2016 and quoted Wyllie's successor, Scott Tingley, saying the program had "no student benefit."
Wyllie's attorneys this week said he "did not profit in anyway from Superdog, which was a project constructed on school grounds without any concealment whatsoever.
"The project and corresponding programs were beneficial to the schools, the park district, and the (communities) at large," they said.
When Wyllie retired in 2013, prosecutors said, he misappropriated at least $16,500 of district funds by falsely representing that they were a retirement stipend.
He also took $14,000 by falsely representing they were unused vacation days, prosecutors said.
Last June, the Southtown reported on the retirement bonus and revealed that he wrote a memo to a payroll employee directing them to give him the payout. Payment of such a "retiree stipend" was not one of the terms of Wyllie's 2010-2015 employment contract with the district, which set his salary and benefits, the Southtown found.
Wyllie's attorneys also defended Wyllie for taking the stipend, saying it's "paid to all educators who have served the district for 15 years or more."
At the time, the Southtown reported that the school district's 2012-15 teachers' contract offered educators a "retirement incentive program" with 6 percent raises each year and a one-time retirement bonus of up to $16,000 for those who gave four-years' written notice that they were going to retire.
It's not clear whether Wyllie's indictment spells the end of Lincoln-Way's legal woes.
In June 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission opened a separate investigation into Lincoln-Way's bonds, budgets and annual financial report.
The SEC sent a letter and subpoena to Lincoln-Way alerting it to the investigation and demanding records. An SEC spokeswoman declined to comment on the investigation's status. The district hired the law firm Perkins Coie to represent it. An attorney for Perkins Coie declined comment.
So far, the school district has paid $250,000 to Perkins Coie in the SEC investigation, Lincoln-Way board president Joe Kirkeeng said.
Tingley did not return a message seeking comment.
Daily Southtown
District spokeswoman Taryn Atwell released a statement saying the school board is "committed to protecting taxpayer dollars" and has made personnel moves to deal with financial issues.
"This board is committed to continued oversight and assessment of district policies and procedures," Kirkeeng said in the statement. "The board will continue to work with the administration to move this district forward."
Liz Sands, a community activist who helped form a group that exposed problems with the district's management after it landed on the watch list, called the indictment "vindication" of their criticism of management.
"All of us knew in our heart of hearts it was wrong and justice needed to be served," Sands said. "I think this is a great day for the little guy."
Chicago Tribune reporter Jason Meisner contributed.
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