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Inspired by the extraordinary progress made in Priorat over the past decade, Rene Barbier, the owner and winemaker of the prestigious Clos Mogador, along with friend and wine exporter, Christopher Cannan, decided on a project to produce wines from old vines in the mountainous vineyards of Falset, just south of the DOQ Priorat, in the unique soils of the DO Montsant. The poor rocky soils and climate are similar to those of its illustrious neighbor, but the absence of individual estates in Falset had left the area eclipsed by Priorat, its full potential never exploited.
Both the mayor of Falset and the regional Catalan government gave the project their full support from the outset. A building was found and a winery created within a few short months, in time for the 1999 harvest. Agreements were made with a dozen or so growers to supply Laurona with a proportion of their best old vine grapes, from plots carefully chosen by Rene Barbier and his team. The name Laurona refers back to an illustrious past, when Tarragona was the capital of the vast Roman province of Iberia (Spain and Portugal According to Pliny the Elder, the finest wine exported to Rome from the region was from a local vineyard called Laurona. now in the 21st century, Rene Barbier continues to make every attempt to revive the excellent reputation enjoyed by Laurona some 2,000 years ago. Come see for yourself why Rene Barbier is one of the most revered winemakers on the planet and why the wine of Celler Laurona are synonymous with world-class quality and excellence.


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We are pleased to announce the addition of free educational talks on Wednesday evenings starting in May! Dr. Bok, and Dr. Edelmann have teamed up to provide informational sessions about topics that will help both patient and doctor work better together. Communicating better with our patients and informing them on topics that can improve their overall health is one of our main goals. These talks are free, however space is limited, therefore they are by reservation only. If you or someone you know may be interested in one of these sessions please give us a call at 314-991-5655 and we will be happy to get you scheduled!
Acupuncture and Allergies - Wednesday May 8th at 7pm.
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UKIP Leader: Irresponsible, Wrong to Open Borders for Bulgaria, RomaniaBulgaria in EU | January 8, 2013, Tuesday // 10:23| views
Speaking for BBC News, Nigel Farage said his party will campaign very hard on the fact that on January 1, 2014 the United Kingdom will open the doors to 29 million migrants from "the very poor countries of Bulgaria and Romania" not just for work, but for
The UK Independence Party leader has argued it was "irresponsible and wrong" to open the British borders to Bulgarians and Romanians from next year.
Speaking for BBC News, Nigel Farage said his party will campaign very hard on the fact that on January 1, 2014 the United Kingdom will open the doors to 29 million migrants from "the very poor countries of Bulgaria and Romania" not just for work, but for social security too.
Farage strongly disagreed that UK hotel and food processing industries would not be able to operate without the workers from what have been described as former Iron Curtain countries, working there.
"These industries have been operating for hundreds of years without an open-door policy."
UKIP leader claimed he was "pretty odd" when compared to Prime Minister David Cameron and unlike him he spent "spent 20 years having a job".
"I'm here as a campaigner. I want to free this country from the European Union. That is my motivation — maybe I'm odd in that sense."
Cameron attacked UKIP after polls revealed the party was enjoying soaring levels of support.
But Farage said the PM was "insulting a very large number of his own voters" who worried about Europe, immigration and wind farms.
The statement came just a day after David Cameron said Britain will demand new restrictions to keep out benefit tourists as it fears a tidal wave of Romanian and Bulgarian immigrants is about to swamp the country next year.
"Should we look at arguments about, should it be harder for people to come and live in Britain and claim benefits? Yes, frankly we should," Prime Minister David Cameron told the BBC's Andrew Marr Show.
The Prime Minister suggested only working immigrants should be allowed into the country, even if it means undermining the EU's key principle of "free movement".
He said there are already some restrictions on immigration across the EU, which could be extended when Britain seeks a new settlement with Brussels over the next few years.
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Citizen Star: This Week in Star Citizen - 2015-05-16
(Citizen Star News) - by Citizen Ed - 2015-05-16
Updated - 2015-05-17 - With new discussion and see also links at bottom.
Citizen Star
This Week's Citizen Star … Stars really: the members of the starcitizen subreddit and RSI-Forums that have stepped up with some really great ideas and mockups for an intro to Ship Shape with Lisa Ohanian.
We've been enjoying the segment on Around the Verse, most particularly the sneak peaks at progress and updates on the ships. A running gag had been the lack of an intro graphic. This week's episode featured an open call for someone to design and boy did the community step up!
There's some great work here, and not only do I think some of this is definitely going to get used… I think it's going to be a tough job picking. More popping up by the minute, keep an eye out!
I'd like to make a shout out to a Citizen Star featured in the past, GrayHeadedGamer, who had a tense moment this week. The /r/starcitizen subreddit rallied behind him to save him from a shadowban for posting too much of his own work (as a percentage of his total posts), which is technically against reddit's rules.
Good on the Reddit admins for recognizing that the content was desired by the community. It's often hard to tell the difference between a content creator and contributor as opposed to crass self-promotion and spammer that these rules are meant to keep the platform from being overwhelmed by.
Subscriber Flair as Tribute to the Fallen
An interesting story that came to light this week - The new Puglisi collection of subscriber flair was so named after a fan and backer who passed recently. A touching tribute from a company that cares about its community.
Star Citizen Alpha 1.1.3 was released, skipping test! Featuring Bugfixes and performance increases! Keep flying… and providing feedback!
Squadron 42
(Dropped from video and audio for tech reasons and production time)
Around the Verse this week gave us a glimpse behind the scenes on the Squadron 42 shoot in England, as well as did Sandi Gardiner's Facebook postings. Looks like everyone is very happy with the progress and we very much look forward to seeing the results.
New Lead Moderator
We have a New Lead Moderator, Patrick Probst. Patrick has been serving as a CSR (Customer Service Rep) out of the UK for some time now and is stepping up for the challenging job of lead moderator of the RSI forums. Good luck Patrick!
Forums are somewhat embroiled at the moment. In addition to the usual exuberance, impatience over the wait for Star Marine and the Social Module, as well as some passionate revisiting of the old LTI question in light of the Gemini Concept sale, are making this quite the week to start that new job.
Jump Point
We have a New Jump point this week! Thank you for the hard work Mr. David Ladyman, and contributors!
A look at the design process of the hulls, with new hints at the other directions they could have taken and new art of the current designs.
This appears to have been an interesting process. For example the advertising billboards were a very late addition. And several of the cockpit designs seem reminiscent of the abandoned bubble cockpits of the early freelancer.
And there's an extended feature on the work and lessons learned with the board game model developed as a prototype of the economy. No they aren't releasing that too the public. At least not any time soon.
Galactic Guide entries on Covalex Shipping and the Oso system (a system with developing life forms covered under the UEE's Fair Chance Act)
"An Osoian walks into a bar and orders a drink. The bartender says I'm sorry, but I'm not allowed to serve you because your culture hasn't discovered alcohol yet. The Osoian thinks for a second and then says, if you leave a bottle on the counter, I'm pretty sure I'll be able to discover it myself."
Part 1 of Brothers in Arms fiction by Andy Rogers
Starfarer Questions
A new welcome addition to official communications has been the Q&A done around new concept ships. Since these ships aren't as well fleshed out as the ones we've known for years now, it's been very useful to have the ability to ask the designers what the had in mind.
Q -How viable is the Starfarer as a solo player ship? Max crew has grown quite a bit on it.
A - Perfectly viable! The Starfarer has had several seats added for its part in Squadron 42, but we don't see the gameplay changing significantly. Remember that 'max crew' refers to the number of people who can have a role at any one time, not the number of people needed to fly the ship in the first place.
Q - The stats page and ship info list the Starfarer and Gemini as having the same weapons, engines, and mass. Is this an oversight? If they haven't yet been determined, it's ok to tell us, it would be a lot less confusing.
A - This is an oversight – the Gemini has one size larger turrets and engines. Because the models are very similar and components have not been finished, it's not possible to measure a more accurate mass yet.
Q - Can we expect soon an indepth article about fuels, liquids in general and the whole economy in the verse
A - Yes! The fuel system and related balancing are still in development, but when we have a solid prototype in place we will present it to you. The economy will be fleshed out in many articles as we approach the launch of the persistent universe.
Q - How many stars could a Starfarer fare if a Starfarer could fare stars?
Coming Next Week from CIG
An alert on what's coming next week - In the continuance of a MISC heavy May, we've been given notice that the MISC Reliant will be introduced next week as a concept sale. The reliant is notable as a two seat "starter ship" with alien tech. Concept sale features Life Time Insurance and we are told that the pricing will be $50. A little higher than the standalone prices of the other "starter ships" but also notably the cheapest concept sale we've seen in quite a while.
And that's all we have for now -- this has been Citizen Ed with Citizen Star News dot com… hope to see you next week … in Star Citizen!
See Also
COMM-LINK - Weekly Rundown - Wrap up of Official Communications of this week.


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THE KREMLIN (The Nil Admirari) - Earlier today, Russian Federation President Vladimir Putin announced he was running for the Republican presidential nomination due to how much his policies overlapped with those of the GOP. Putin's announcement elicited immediate gushing from Republicans and the right-wing propaganda networks that have praised Putin's strength and intelligence for years while they condemned President Obama for not starting a war with Russia over regional conflicts.
"I have decided to run for the Republican presidential nomination, because I champion so many Republican ideals. As President of the Russian Federation, I have not missed any opportunity to use military force rather than good judgment, I have made sure the LGBT community and other minorities are treated like second-class citizens, and I am not too keen on people voting," stated Putin to a large crowd at the Kremlin.
|Vladimir Putin takes the Presidential Oath in Russia (5.7.12). (Above)
(Photo: Sasha Krotov)
All Republican presidential candidates - with the exception of loose canon, xenophobe, and billionaire Donald Trump - dropped out of the race less than an hour after President Putin announced his American presidential candidacy, and every one of the dropouts endorsed Putin.
Trump declared he would not stop running for the Republican presidential nomination unless Putin paid him "a lot of rubles or whatever they use in Russia," and the Kremlin announced a glowing briefcase had been delivered to Trump Tower this evening "just for Trump."
The Republican Party and right-wing propaganda outlets across America dismissed the Democratic Party's concern Putin could not legally run for president, and quickly produced a long-form birth certificate showing Putin was born in Bangor, Maine.


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Reel 2 Real International Film Festival for Youth
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Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews (Pacific Blvd. & Davie Street)
Educational and entertaining, Reel 2 Real offers children and youth the opportunity to learn about film and cultures from around the world. Activities include internationally acclaimed films and workshops on animation, sound design, digital filmmaking, and much more. This exciting program is sure to delight, move and amaze audiences of all ages!


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The realities of modern life is that managing tight financial situations is a chief concern of our lives. The financial hot water than most of us find ourselves in means that taking out personal loans for bad credit improvement is normal. But if the right loan is not taken out, then it might only worsen the situation.
For everyone who has financial woes, the most prudent move is to seek a way of refinancing existing debts. For many, taking out a loan to consolidate the debt is the ideal option, but as with everything else there are options to consider. The surface advantages of personal loans are clear, but probing deeper is also advisable.
Bad Credit is Not So Bad
There is a common misunderstanding that bad credit scores are bad news when it comes to the chances of getting an application approved. The fact is that credit scores are only an indication of a credit history but are not decisive in the approval process. This is mainly why it is possible for even those with very low scores to get personal loans for bad credit.
Being able to repay longstanding loans or clearing utility bills is a relief, but refinancing existing debts is another way of releasing some of the crippling pressure. A loan, even of a limited amount, is the key to consolidating debts and taking full control of the financial situation that is otherwise so debilitating.
So, even if the applicant has bad credit scores to their name, a personal loan can be secured. This is because the main issues from the point of view of the lender, is little to do with credit scores but that the income that is being earned is enough, and the amount of debt already existing is not already too much.
Using Security in an Application
One of the surest ways of getting a large enough personal loan for bad credit is to provide some kind of security. The concern for every lender is, after all, the ability of the borrower to repay the loan. But failing that, that the lender has something with which to regain any losses should the borrower default on the loan.
The purpose of taking out a loan may vary, from refinancing existing debts to clearing one debt completely, but the risk is still the same in the eye of the lender. So, when security is provided it is difficult for the lender not to approve the application. Collateral, such as an item of jewelry or even some home equity, would be ideal.
Without having sufficient property, however, a cosigner is the best alternative. Cosigners guarantee that repayments on a personal loan will be made even if the borrower cannot.
Imaginative Borrowing
However, there are also alternatives to seeking security. They generally require some imaginative thinking, but in securing a personal loan for bad credit, the long-term advantages can be too good to miss. However, such measures usually take a bit of time, so patience is necessary.
One way is to secure a series of payday loans, each of which can be repaid within a matter of weeks. The sums are low, perhaps just $500, but with each loan repaid, the credit score improves. So, after 5 or 6 such loans, the difference can be significant, thus refinancing existing debts is possible bit by bit.


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The Beauty of Cabin Furniture
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The Beauty of Cabin Furniture
Strongly associated with the "Rustic" and "Primitive" furniture styles. The simple natural wood style marks the Beauty of Cabin Furniture. Often, bark accents and wood knots add rustic beauty to the Cabin Furniture pieces. The Hickory Solid Oval Top Coffee Table, pictured here, features natural Hickory wood with a natural finish.
The history of Cabin furniture is difficult to trace. Yet its popularity flourished in the early twentieth century as an economic downturn. Therefore the popularity of Mission and wicker furniture led people toward a rustic, practical taste in furniture. Since then, Cabin style furniture has outgrown its place as suitable only for cabins and lodges. But has been welcomed into the home by furniture-enthusiasts who recognize its beauty and dynamic style.
Furthermore, cabin furniture is available in a variety of styles and designs. From bedroom and living room to dining and even children's furniture. Above all to see the intricately detailed woodwork and rustic style of Cabin furniture first-hand, visit your local Amish furniture market.


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Rehabilitation Center
The Kurume University Rehabilitation Center, located in the Kurume University Medical Center at Kokubu-machi, Kurume City, was established in April 1998 with the latest computerized rehabilitation facilities. The Center was founded in order to provide the appropriate rehabilitation treatment for disabled patients who are treated at both Kurume University Hospital and the Medical Center. The Rehabilitation Center plays an important role as an educational and instructive rehabilitation center for other rehabilitation establishments in the southern area of Fukuoka Prefecture. The Rehabilitation Center is also widely known as a leader in rehabilitation biomechanics of musculoskeletal disorders.
The Rehabilitation Center's mission is to meet not just the physical, but also the mental, psychological, social and vocational needs of patients who have suffered disabling conditions as the result of a severe accident or illness. The Rehabilitation Center also helps patients to build a belief in themselves that they can still make a mark on the world despite their disabilities, thereby helping them to build a bridge towards independence.


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Phenibut (beta-phenyl- gamma-aminobutyric acid, also spelled fenibut, originally known as phenigamma) is a derivative of the neurotransmitter GABA that crosses the blood-brain barrier [1]. It was developed in Russia, and there it has been used clinically since the 1960's for a range of purposes. Phenibut has both nootropic and anxiolytic (anxiety-reducing) properties, and it is commonly compared to diazepam (Valium), baclofen, and piracetam, and it has similarities to and differences from all of these substances.
Structurally, phenibut is similar to GABA, baclofen (p-Cl-phenibut), and β-phenylethylamine (PEA). GABA is the primary inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain. The addition of the phenyl ring to GABA allows the compound to more easily cross the blood-brain barrier, but also changes its activity profile [1-2]. Baclofen is a drug commonly used in studies on GABA(B) receptors, and also clinically used to treat severe spasticity of cerebral origin [3]. PEA is a naturally occurring biogenic amine which is similar in structure to amphetamine, and like amphetamine, it is a stimulant that causes the release of dopamine, and also promotes anxiety in high enough amounts.
Phenibut is a GABA receptor agonist and also causes the release of GABA. Similar to baclofen, phenibut is an agonist at GABA(B) receptors, although it does have some effect on GABA(A) receptors as well [2]. It is possible that phenibut has a higher activity at central GABA(B) receptors than peripheral ones [4]. The role of the GABA(B) receptor is not well-established, although research in the last seven years has significantly increased our understanding of this receptor. The most well-established role of GABA(B) receptors is inhibition of the release of some neurotransmitters, and it may also serve as a negative feedback mechanism for GABA release [5-6].
Because of the structural similarity to PEA, phenibut may share some similarities and differences with it. When phenibut is administered along with PEA, it antagonizes many of its effects, such as promotion of anxiety, promotion of seizures, and hyperthermia. This has led some to postulate that antagonism of PEA, rather than the GABA-mimetic activity, may be the important mechanism of action for the anxiolytic effect of phenibut [2, 7]. Phenibut also increases dopamine levels, and it has been postulated that the structural similarity to PEA may play a role in this effect [2].
There is one report in the literature of serotonergic effects of phenibut [8], but it does not look as though this has been followed up on.
Additional recommended knowledge
Effects of phenibut
Anxiety reduction. Phenibut is effective in many animal models of anxiety, although there is often dependence on study conditions. In cats classified as "anxious" or "passive," phenibut reduced the fear response and increased aggression in a confrontational situation, while it had no effect on aggressive cats. In normal cats, it lead to "positive emotional symptoms" [2]. In mice, phenibut increased social behavior [9]. In rats, phenibut decreased some of the physiological responses to stress, including the elevation of glucocorticoid levels [10]. Phenibut has also been reported to decrease the fear response caused by electrical stimulation and counteract the anxiogenic effect of the beta-carboline DMCM [2, 11]. Studies in rats examined the behavioral properties of phenibut when it was administered locally into different parts of the brain, and it usually lead to a reduction of anxiety in one or more models [12-16].
The results of animal models don't always pan out in the real world, however, phenibut has a mechanism of action similar to that of many drugs which are known to reduce anxiety in humans. Animal studies have compared the profile of phenibut to diazepam (Valium), which has pronounced anxiolytic properties, and piracetam, which has weak anxiolytic properties. One study found phenibut had a tranquilizing effect similar to, but weaker than diazepam. It also caused sedation and muscle relaxation (whereas piracetam did not), but again these effects were weaker than those caused by diazepam [2].
In Russia, phenibut is commonly used to treat many neuroses, including post-traumic stress disorder, stuttering, and insomnia. In double blind placebo-controlled studies, phenibut has reportedly been found to improve intellectual function, improve physical strength, and reduce fatigue in neurotic and psychotic patients [2].
Nootropic effects
Although phenibut does not meet all the requirements of a nootropic, it does have many similarities to piracetam. In mice, phenibut causes significant improvement on the passive avoidance test [2]. In this test of memory, animals are put in an undesirable area (such as a lighting situation or height from the floor that that species dislikes), and then given a negative stimulus (such as a shock) when they exit that area. Their ability to stay in the original area reflects how well they remember that if they exit it, they will receive the undesirable stimulus. Phenibut also improves performance on the swimming and rotarod tests and antagonizes the amnestic effect of chloramphenicol [2]. It also has an antihypoxic effect, a trait commonly seen among nootropics [17]. However, in one study, phenibut was ineffective in the water maze and shuttle box tests, while piracetam was [18]. Other research supports the idea that phenibut has nootropic activity similar to that of piracetam, but not as strong [19]. Nootropic activity has also been reported in humans [2], but it was not specified whether these were healthy adult humans, and they were probably elderly or psychiatric patients.
Another trait phenibut shares with nootropics is neuroprotection. Multiple animal studies have indicated that phenibut administration increases resistance to the detrimental effects of edema on mitochondria and energy production in the brain [20-22]. Phenibut also normalizes brain energy metabolism changes caused by chronic stress [23]. It was found to prevent changes in plasma electrolytes caused by cerebral injury [24]. Phenibut also protects dopaminergic neurons, and improved the condition of patients being treated with antiparkinsonian drugs [25].
Other effects
Phenibut has anticonvulsant activity against some drugs or conditions, but not others. It also potentiates the action of some other anticonvulsant drugs, and has been used to treat patients with epilepsy [2]. Phenibut has been reported to reduce motion sickness, and used in the treatment of alcohol and morphine withdrawal [2, 26]. One study indicated that phenibut increased resistance to heat stress and improved working capacity in humans [27].
Some studies indicate that phenibut has anti-arrhythmic properties in humans [28-29]. It also has other cardioprotective properties [30-31]. Finally, phenibut showed promise in experimental models of gastric lesions [32-33].
Side effects and suggested use
Phenibut has low acute toxicity. Reported LD50s (dose required to kill 50% of laboratory animals) are 900 mg/kg i.p. in mice, 700 mg/kg i.p. in rats, and 1000 mg/kg in rats (method of administration not given) [2, 34]. Chronic administration of 50 mg/kg did not have teratogenic effects in rats [34]. In clinical studies, no signs of toxicity have been reported, and side effects are few. Some report drowsiness, but this effect is not nearly as likely or severe as with benzodiazepines [2].
One should be aware of the potential for drug interactions when taking phenibut. In many cases, it will decrease the threshold dose and potentiate certain actions of a drug. It amplifies some of the effects of anesthetics (ether, chloral hydrate, and barbiturates), diazepam, alcohol, and morphine [2, 35-36]; it would also presumably have an interaction with related drugs, such as other opiates and GHB. In contrast, taking phenibut with some other drugs, such as stimulants, will more than likely just blunt their effect.
In humans, the plasma half-life after a 250 mg oral dose of phenibut is 5.3 hours, and most of the administered drug is excreted unchanged [2]. Reported dosages used in clinical studies range from 250 to 1500 mg daily, usually divided among three doses [2, 37]. Feedback indicates that the ideal dose may be in the higher end of this range.
Tolerance develops to many of the effects of phenibut, although it is reported that it does not develop to the nootropic effect. The first signs of tolerance may be seen within as little as five days. For this reason, it is commonly used for one to two week periods, or dosage is increased by 25-30% after two weeks [2]. This makes phenibut ideal for short periods of stress or anxiety, but not ideal for chronic use. It is possible that taking only one dose daily may partially reduce the development of tolerance.
Persons on MAO inhibitors or epilepsy medications like carbamazepine or oxcarbazepine should consult with their psychiatrist/physician prior to supplementation with phenibut. Clinical research has demonstrated that phenibut can potentate or inhibit the function of some epilepsy medications.[citation needed]
Addiction / Withdrawal
There are numerous anecdotal reports on web message boards (search "phenibut withdrawal") of people experiencing physical addiction and significant withdrawal symptoms after using phenibut. There is also theoretical support: given phenibut's GABA-ergic nature, we would expect tolerance, addiction and withdrawal similar to GHB and benzodiazipines, which also affect GABA. Withdrawal symptoms described in reports include:
The insomnia can be severe, several people report hardly sleeping for up to a week. As with most addictive drugs, it is best to taper off, rather than quitting cold turkey. Other advice includes minimizing caffeine and using mild relaxants like l-theanine and valerian. As with any drug, the amount used and duration of time will affect the degree of addiction, as well as the individual's biochemistry. Daily use will almost certainly lead to habituation, while once or twice a week is probably safe.
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The Pen, The Post Office and and Two Americas – a simple headline, and a case for our President and our Senate Majority to do something simple themselves: a call to turn back the rhetoric of a "failed US Postal Service", empower rural communities, narrow the inequality gap amongst rural residents, and push the envelope of innovation.
An action that can be accomplished without the contribution of a single Republican member of Congress.
In the past year my political allegiances have been strained; my political beliefs have not. Here at home I remain befuddled by our inability to tackle the challenges with the rampant expansion of the oil and gas industry, severance tax rates and the challenges to continue our leadership on the New Energy Economy. For those, we have a remedy: ballot initiatives. At the federal level I understand the challenges in Congress over tackling issues of the least amongst us with the House majority). Conventional wisdom is that nothing that could mitigate the economic challenges we face across rural America can be addressed in Washington absent almost certain obstruction from with the House majority.
To that end I'd offer an alternative point of view: Executive Action, or "The Pen".
Conventional wisdom is the United States Post Office, in particular our rural post offices, are doomed to extinction. This is a manufactured crisis initiated by a lame duck Congress in 2006 with the sole intent to privatize the service, even though they are constitutionally required to preerve and promote it under Article 1, Section 8, Clause 7 of the United States Constitution . It should surprise no one that their first dalliance with privatization was with a Romney/Bain entity, "Staples". Today, absent the pre-funding requirement imposed on the Post Office by the 2006 Congress, a requirement imposed solely on one government entity, they would have registered a $1 billion profit, not a loss of $354 million.
The myth that USPS is a money pit is simply that: a myth.
Like many from my generation, I grew up in a remote, rural community served by a Post Office, zip code 80735. Still operational; how much longer yet no one knows. Our Postmaster, "Shorty" Wilcoxen, a war veteran and whose family were homesteaders in our community, was a valued member of our community. His wife, our school secretary for years. Solid, middle-class citizens in a small, rural town.
USPS was – and still is – one of the greatest "common good" services put in place by our Founding Fathers. Like the many great social programs that emerged a century-and-a-half later through from the New Deal – projects that brought us rural electrification and federal law establishing cooperatives for farmers – there was a magic in those approaches. They made the impossible, possible. Every community was enriched by these public investments.
It should also be of little surprise that our first Postmaster General, a Presidential Cabinet position until 1971, was Ben Franklin, an agriculturalist steeped in innovation. Ben is credited for such radical ideas as crop insurance, local fire departments, the lending library and the community hospital. The drafts of our nations Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights and Constitution were written on hemp paper from his paper mill.
There is a tale of "Two America's" in this diary. Not only is the issue of postal closings predominantly a "Rural v. Urban" issue, it's also about the vast and growing inequality in our rural areas. The poorest census tracts aren't (as Congressman Ryan now knows) inner-city neighborhoods, but communities dotted across our national rural landscape. It's a tale of "The Post Office" v. "Wal-Mart", the two largest civilian employers in the United States with two diverse business models: one that provides nearly 600,000 jobs, whose workforce includes many veterans, offers their employees living wages and benefits for their 600,000 employees and requires zero federal subsidies; the other, a corporate model that pays an average wage half that of the Post Office, has become a welfare queen for federal subsides and has resulted in the wealth of the six individuals, heirs of the Wal-Mart empire, in a bounty equivalent to the entire bottom 43% of our entire nation.
While our Post Offices face certain closures and reduced service on it's march towards privatization, the 'Wal-Mart expansion accelerates, its profits tethered to continued federal transfers.
I wish I was making this up.
600,000 v. 6 – That is the two Americas.
The USPS is governed by a nine member board, appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate. Until the President's announcement to appoint Vicki Kennedy, the widow of the late Senator Ted Kennedy, to a board vacancy this past February, the board has operated with five open seats, leaving a majority to Bush appointees. It wouldn't take a political genius to understand why the President, prior to Senator Reid invoking the nuclear option, wasn't going to spend any time on these nominations. The present board of Governors are being good soldiers, carrying out the intent of the 2006 Congress to suffocate USPS. Any attempt to change the balance of power would be blocked. Ditto for Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC), where two Presidential appointments to fill their existing vacancies would bring a Democratic majority. In its present form, it, too, is controlled by a Republican majority. With sub-Cabinet positions now only requiring a simply majority in Congress, the President can tilt the majority to one focused on using the USPS infrastructure to drive innovation and reduce inequality.
President Obama has stated he will use his executive authority to reduce inequality where possible. The case for reinventing the nation's Postal Service as a center for innovation is strong. Recent recommendations by US Postal Service Inspectors concluded that USPS could provide basic banking services (deposits and withdrawals) under their existing authority WITHOUT THE APPROVAL OF CONGRESS. Rulings made by the PRC in 2010 has given the Post Office the option to conduct pilot programs, although the Republican-majority of the Board of Governors has opted to not do so. The infrastructure is in place and the argument for postal banking compelling: 93% of all bank branch closing since 2008 have come in zip codes where the average household income is beneath the median level; 58% of their branches are in zip codes with one branch bank or fewer. Modest income earned from banking services would keep the infrastructure sustainable.
Mr. President, we know that some of your worst detractors are from our rural areas; those of us who live in these parts feel that pain. What we're asking for is to give us 'tools'; tools that empower our neighbors and our Main Streets. Without subsidies. Without Congress. You need only your pen. Let's stop this federal retreat – give our small communities the option to not just survive, but thrive, for posterity. A renewed postal service, with a focus on innovation, won't solve all of our ills – it is, however, a good start.
Mr. President, you made a commitment to exercise your executive authority to reduce inequality. The solutions are as close as our local post office.
Let's be the yin for Cliven Bundy's yang.


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With the Cole Royal Commission report on AWB and the UN sanctions now with the Government and scheduled to be tabled in Parliament this week, the Opposition has obtained under FOI documents that show that AUSAID had some dealings in 2003 with the Jordanian trucking company that played a key role in sanction busting.
FOI has also helped in some further exposures concerning the traffic fine evasions of former Federal Court Judge Marcus Einfeld. The Sydney Morning Herald reported that Einfeld went to great lengths to avoid most of the 9 traffic fines incurred while driving his Federal Court supplied motor vehicle over 4 years. Einfeld's lawyers are contesting the release of other documents concerning the fines, on grounds that it would involve unreasonable disclosure of personal information.
In to-day's Sydney Morning Herald "There's spittle under the polish", Paul Sheehan links these new revelations about Einfeld to comments made in September by NSW Crown Solicitor Ian Knight who railed against the media and its "disgraceful" treatment of Einfeld. This was Knight's speech that contained an over the top spray about Parliament and the media obtaining too much information, with FOI one of the contributing factors.
Sheehan today says that Knight didn't include in his analysis the reality that "lawyers are allowed to omit, distort, exaggerate, confuse, dissemble and delay" the course of justice when claiming to act in the best interests of their client. He concludes:
"The Crown Solicitor's commentary suggests that a misapprehension exists in senior legal circles that the Einfeld controversy is an aberrancy, the latest media blood sport, another beat-up. The opposite is true. The story is bigger than Einfeld. The judiciary was a fertile field for his portentous narcissism. A succession of magistrates failed to check his numerous evasions. It was the media, not the Crown, that finally brought this travesty to light"Over to you Mr. Knight.


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LOS ANGELES—Southern California Coalition (SCC), the largest, most inclusive cannabis industry trade organization located in the world's largest cannabis marketplace, Southern California, issued the following statement on the release of the City of Los Angeles' draft regulations governing commercial cannabis activity.
Statement by Virgil Grant, president and co-founder of Southern California Coalition:
We thank the Los Angeles City Council, Council President Wesson, Jr., and Councilmembers Bob Blumenfield, Paul Koretz, and Nury Martinez for their leadership in moving Proposition M forward, and we are eager to work with them on this important next step.
The release of the city's draft regulations is a positive step towards fully licensing and regulating the cannabis industry in Los Angeles, so that our businesses have a shot at getting local authority, remain eligible to apply for state licensing, and are not left out of the state process, which is expected to start in January 2018.
We will be reviewing the city's draft regulations in greater detail and responding in the near future with our policy recommendations, along with any other concerns in an effort to strengthen the draft regulations in a constructive way. Our goal has always been and will be to ensure that an inclusive regulatory model that protects all aspects of the industry under the state guidelines, is implemented in the city. We will continue to work with the Los Angeles City Council to implement Proposition M in full and regulated in a responsible and inclusive way.


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With the new year comes the start of the corporate battle to be recognised as the biggest, simplest or most authentic brand in the UAE. Already, the pressure companies in the Emirates are facing to outdo one another, and the marketing cache they are trying to build through announcing various victories, is growing.
During the past week alone companies including Sharp, Emirates NBD and Al Islami Foods have sent out press releases noting their triumphs in recent rankings within the UAE. Other companies such as Emirates Airline and Emaar Properties, which oversees Dubai Mall and the Burj Khalifa, have also been cited lately as some of the best brands in the UAE.
"Good brands have a lot of focus," says Grace Yacoub, the chief executive of Zaman, a consultancy in the UAE that launched The Most Authentic Arab Brands contest last year. "After they define what they stand for, they make sure they deliver on their promise." But businesses making a concerted effort to boost awareness of their brands are in for a more challenging time this year than last. First, while social networking sites such as Facebook, YouTube and Twitter are still growing in popularity, brands are finding it increasingly difficult to stand out from the crowd within these online portals.
"Most [social media sites] are relatively new, but have quickly become saturated," says Paul Louzado, the executive director for the branding consultancy Siegel + Gale in the Middle East. "The first challenge is to understand which channels are of value and find a distinctive voice to cut through the noise," he says. "The second challenge is getting to grips with vast volume of content out there that is related to your brand but is outside of your immediate control."
Over the years, branding has evolved from simply issuing press releases and hoping to grow market share. Now companies employ executives in roles such as "brand head" or "brand guardian" and look at overall reputation management as well as developing a distinctive personality for their businesses.
At PSA Peugeot Citroen, one of Europe's major car makers, Jean-Marc Gales was employed as head of brands until leaving for another opportunity this month. He was hired in 2009 as the second-most senior executive at the company in a bid to take the French brand upmarket, according to Reuters. Certain sectors in the region could also benefit from an in-house brand strategist. "Many are well overdue for overhauls prompted by their own industry challenges and opportunities," says Mr Louzado.
More major players in the Gulf's oil and gas sector are shifting their focus to alternative energy - but they should market and change their image accordingly, he says. He also notes several retail banks have been criticised by customers, who are "generally underwhelmed by the level of service".
Both Emirates Islamic Bank and Emirates NBD were among the top performers as the clearest brands in the region, with concise communications and efficient transactions, according to Siegel + Gale's brand simplicity index, which was updated this month. Buying goods from online portals has proved tricky in the region because of the lack of an efficient postal delivery system. Yet as the appetite for e-commerce shopping grows, sites such as Cobone.com and Boutique1.com in the UAE are trying to improve the process.
Souq.com, which offered a cash on delivery option in a move to address local security concerns, was the highest-ranked online retailer last year among companies in the Middle East, at number 22, according to Siegel + Gale's brand simplicity index. The group-buying site GoNabit.com, which has since relocated to LivingSocial.com after it was acquired, came in at number 53. "Online has always moved rapidly, but this year we expect to see some serious homegrown players emerging," says Mr Louzado.
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Love's Ice Cream
In 2018 Sanchia Mooney, Rachel Mooney and Caroline Bradfield asked "what if we could start an ice cream business offering locally, made from scratch, world class ice cream in Cumberland? Community Futures thought why not?
Love's Ice Cream is made fresh in Cumberland BC. They use high quality, whole ingredients sourced locally and seasonally whenever possible.
The business supports local suppliers, farmers and producers to promote and participate in a healthy, thriving local economy.
Sanchia, Rachel and Caroline have created something very special in Cumberland with their uniqueness and flair for creativity. The quality of their ice cream is sublime and will definitely have you express at the top of your lungs "This is the best ice cream I've ever had!"
We were fairly confident we had a good idea and that our community would support our dream of an ice cream business. Community Futures saw our potential, were enthusiastic and encouraging, and have continued to support us in so many ways. From the moment we connected with Community Futures, we felt we had a company rooting for us to succeed. Community Futures has been instrumental in the creation of Love's Ice Cream. Thank-you, Community Futures, for your continuing support. It really means a lot.
Caroline Bradfield – Love's Ice Cream
Owning a small business is never easy. There are always hurdles to jump and pressures to overcome. It takes special people such as the Love's team to overcome these obstacles through investing the time, energy and risk necessary to become successful. These efforts ultimately strengthen the local economy by adding employment opportunities that would otherwise not be available. And it all started with what if? Congratulations Love's Ice Cream, our respect for entrepreneurs like you is immense.
We strongly suggest that you visit Love's Ice Cream to taste what grass fed milk, real fruit, and homemade waffle cones can do to your taste buds. It is a wonderful business operated by wonderful people. Prepare to be impressed!


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Stockbridge (Main) Campus | 2001 Jodeco Road, Stockbridge, GA
An energizing and inspiring worship experience led by a progressive pop/rock band, worship leaders, praise choir and multi-media presentations.We've designated the Auditorium balcony a "mask zone." We ask anyone sitting in the balcony to please wear a mask.
Chapel | Sundays at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM
Dynamic traditional/contemporary mix praise and worship with a choir, orchestra and soloists.
A mix of contemporary praise and worship songs with the occasional hymn sprinkled in.
We remain committed to our Covid-19 safety protocols, including social distancing, non-physical greetings, and sanitizing. We've also taken the additional steps to further ensure safety:
Some still feel more comfortable worshiping in the safety of their own home and we respect that. What a blessing it is that we can still be together online each Sunday. We do ask anyone who is sick or has been around someone with Covid-19 to please worship with us online Sundays at 9:30 or 11:00.


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Dr. Pristy was born and raised in Bali, while she is a woman with half of Javanese and half of east Indonesian blood. She spent her first year after graduation, to work in Yudistira Swarga Foundation as a Practice Veterinarian and also as a volunteer.
She is lovely, has a good communication, humor and has a very loud laugh. She has a good concern to stray dog and cat. She took and caring 4 dogs and 2 cats from the street with each different horrible history. Besides her work as a vet, she joined the members of the young people choir in the Church, yaps she love to sing and offcourse shopping.
3 years as a vet practice, she met a lot of case of skin problem in dog, this situation leading her to be Dermatologist later.
She has special interest too in nutrition ant veterinary dentistry.
In 2014, she attended a course of Abdominal Ultrasonography at Udayana University. In 2015, she went to Veterinary Dentistry course and workshop in Bogor, West Java, Indonesia.


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Lisa inspired me yesterday with her gorgeous delivery salad wrap that I thought I'd make a version for dinner. It really got me thinking about the uselessness of tortillas in a burrito. All those white processed carbs & gluten just make me soooo tired and then if that's not bad enough, it then makes me crave pure sugar which in turns makes me feel sick. So why bother when you can use romaine lettuce leaves instead.
Pack those suckers with all the lovely fillings of a burrito and away you go. Dinner last night was a revelation and it may just be an encore performance tonight. Yes, they were that good and super easy.
The Big Up Your Styles Burrito
3 large romaine lettuce leaves
1/4 cup hummus (or more if you want)
Sauté onions & peppers & mushrooms in coconut oil (with garlic, onion power, cumin, sea salt & pepper to taste)
Sliced avocado
Layer all the fixing on top of the lettuce leaves and roll them up. Have as many as you want – these little guys are solid gold. Yum!


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Israeli Harley-Davidson Bikers Pray at Western Wall Before Yom Kippur
by Anav Silverman / Tazpit News Agency
Among the traditional knitted and velvet kippas of those praying at the Western Wall recently, one particular group stood out with their Harley-Davidson leather vests and black bandanas.
An Israeli group of Harley-Davidson riders made their annual trip to Jerusalem, as part of the traditional pilgrimage that members of the motorcycle club makes to the Western Wall before every Yom Kippur. Holding onto their helmets and prayer books, the bikers arrived from all over Israel to pray at the Kotel.
The group attracted the attention of hundreds of prayer-goers who converge at the Western Wall for the Jewish penitential prayers known as selichot during the days leading up to Yom Kippur. Hearing the roar of the Harley-Davidson motorcycles, passersby greeted the bikers with applause, camera flashes, and selfie requests.
"We came to pray for forgiveness, health, and happiness for our family, friends, and all of the people of Israel," Arik Eliovich told Tazpit.
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"It's always amazing to ride through Jaffa Gate and go to the Kotel during this time of year," added Eliovich, who hails from Tel Aviv and drove to Jerusalem with his wife, Mazal.
The couple has been riding motorcycles for 36 years.
Arik and Mazal are both members of Israel's Harley-Davidson Club, which is open to anyone who owns a Harley. According to Eliovich, there are about 170 members in the club. Throughout the year, the bikers participate in different group excursions like the Rosh Hashanah motorcycle ride to ancient Masada, where the Israeli bikers welcome the first day of the Jewish New Year.
In Israel, there are approximately 800 owners of the iconic American Harley motorcycle, which was first manufactured in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in 1903.


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As a reporter, my desk was a place of refuge after a long day of news gathering. It was a place where I'd sit on the edge of my seat trying to pull magic out of the air and onto the page in the minutes and seconds before my 5 p.m. deadline. It was where I'd make a couple of calls, Google an address and then flee at the earliest opportunity for the adventure that awaited me beyond the newsroom. But in the years since I became a digital manager, then a digital director, and then a digital editor, my forays outside the newsroom lessened.
My time in the saddle increased, and I noticed my back was sore more often, my legs less well trodden and my energy just, well, less. It was a slow process, but more than hating being out of the field, I hated the feeling of sitting all day. I made the request for a standing desk after researching methods of reducing sitting fatigue. I was turned down at first. The HR department wanted a doctor's note, but the insurance wasn't good enough for me to go to the doctor to get a note in the first place. My real inspiration was the thriller writer Dana Haynes, who happened to be an editor and my cubical mate at the Statesman Journal in Salem, Oregon many years ago. Dana would work on education stories all day and, so far as I knew, write all night. I remember it taking a long time to get his request. Turns out that property managers don't much care for infrastructure changes like raising desks. Change is hard. I get it. Aside from the freakishness associated with wanting to stand all day at work and the process of cutting through the red tape involved, the standing at work lifestyle comes with its own sets of challenges. The first week of standing will leave you so sore you'll wonder why you ever requested such a torture device for something you do 40 + hours a week. The first time you decide to stand in dress shoes all day will build your character and your swear word vocabulary. After you get used to standing all day, your bad habits will start to show up like stains on a white shirt. You'll slouch too much, you'll walk away from your desk more often, because you're not anchored down by gravity as much. Manual tasks like dates entry and line editing are really tough while standing. You have to learn about posture, which in my case, might as well have been a word in a foreign language. To succeed in standing all day, you will need to master good posture, which means you'll have to have really good self discipline, which means you'll have to be cognizant of the fact that you're standing all day. You'll get funny looks from your co workers. You'll wish you could just sit down for a day, especially after a particularly taxing hike, a long run, a vigorous bike ride or a late night of imbibing with friends. So why stand? You'll almost erase any lower back pain associated with sitting all day, you'll burn more calories than you do sitting. You'll increase leg strength and lower blood pressure. After a few weeks, you'll feel energized after lunch rather than feeling like taking a nap. After a few months, you'll find yourself looking for opportunities to stand in meetings, and when you've been sitting in a marathon meeting, you will relish the opportunity to go back to your standing desk. You'll live longer. And you'll feel better while you do that. Now you'll just need to decide if you want to follow R.E.M's advice and face North. Personally, I face West. Tim


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It's not uncommon nowadays to attend a networking event or conference and exchange social media handles before business cards. People and brands have been swept into an algorithmic current while succumbing to the crafty ways these platforms monetize our attention.
Social media is undoubtedly a useful tool for engaging your audience, raising brand awareness, and building relationships. In just a few taps on Instagram, you can browse a photographer's portfolio, order a pair of sunglasses, and schmooze industry peers—all without leaving the app.
For those whose success is not driven by widespread recognition or referrals, also having a good website is good for business. Until artificial intelligence becomes a little more intelligent, closing deals on social media remains a manual process, whereas a well-designed website earns you money while sleeping.
I tell my clients that your website is one of your best investments and your cheapest employee. With an inviting design, clear messaging, and simple systems to generate leads and sales, your website will replace tedious, manual tasks and give you more time for other areas of your business.
Design with the customer in mind
The biggest website mistake is designing without your customer in mind. You have just a few seconds to make a good impression on your visitor as they decide whether to keep exploring or exit. While your visitors might be interested in learning your biography and seeing all of your greatest accomplishments, they are more interested in learning what you can do for them. Think about this when creating content, organizing page layouts, and structuring site menus.
On your homepage, define the problem you solve and for whom you solve it, and include a clear call-to-action that fosters further interest. A good call-to-action might lead to a portfolio, a sales page, or a lead magnet like a free e-book. Also include social proof, such as reviews and testimonials, to help bolster your brand's credibility.
Ensure your site speed is fast and the design optimized for desktop and mobile devices. Use headers and photos to break the text and improve the user's experience. Be mindful of professional fonts and colors. Finally, research best practices for ADA compliance to afford all users an equitable browsing experience (and minimize the risk of being sued).
Soothe the pain
Copywriting is the term for writing in advertising or marketing to build brand awareness or persuade an audience to take action. On your website, acknowledge your understanding of your customers' pain by listing a few problems they might be facing now, which ultimately led them to your website. You can also quote specific problems past customers revealed to you during a consultation or phone call because there are likely many people with the same issues.
Follow this with a brief summary or step-by-step process of how you solve this problem and the specific results you provide. Be clear in explaining the benefits of this solution rather than just listing features. For example, would you rather hire a photographer with a 24-megapixel camera or a photographer who captures your memories in vibrant, print-ready photos?
Help prospective customers understand where they are in their journey now and allow them to imagine where they could be with your solution.
Know your numbers
Every website owner should use at least one analytics tool to measure overall site traffic and its sources. Analytics will help you understand not just where visitors are coming from, but also who they are, what content they like, and which pages are the most popular. Knowing your numbers is useful for refining your content strategy and making improvements that cater to customers' needs.
Google Analytics is one of the go-to tracking tools. If you plan to use paid social media advertising for your business, another is the Facebook pixel. This tracks everything from page views to website events like a customer adding an item to cart or completing a purchase. Adding the pixel to your website is imperative for using Facebook and Instagram ads to re-target customers at various stages of their buying journey.
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BHM: Student legacies
What will the legacies of this generation be?
February 22, 2020
"Legacy. What is a legacy? It's planting seeds in a garden you never get to see," Lin-Manuel Miranda said.
The line is fitting for a musical that defied Broadway's cultural norms and casted artists of color on a predominantly white stage. It reinforced that everyone has a legacy worth sharing, regardless of how you identify. February in particular highlights this, being Black History month, where generation upon generation of black legacies are lifted high and given life.
While it's important to respect and honor the past, the present moment is just as crucial. The here and now of what students within these very four walls wish to do and leave for this world exists most strongly. It's no secret duPont Manual is ranked the top high school in Kentucky and one of the best in the nation, with a 99% graduation rate. Future world leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, scientists, engineers, medical professionals and authors are sitting at these desks and walking these halls.
How this has positively impacted students is up to them to tell, as they are prodded more than ever to think critically about their past, present and future mark on this world. What will the legacies of this generation be?
"Love, life, wealth and happiness," Tajalia Tillman (12, HSU) said.
"The legacy I want to leave for myself is through my family. I want to leave a legacy of success using a family business and I want my legacy to live as my whole family's success," Nylea Elder (11, YPAS) said.
"To be known as a role model in my community," Rasheno Sanders (11, HSU) said.
"Influence, inspiration. I want to be known as a positive icon in my community, being successful and making a difference," Christian Shivel (9, HSU) said.
Check out other RedEye articles about Black History Month at https://manualredeye.com/category/projects/black-history-month/


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About ten years ago, in a meeting between Top of the Hill Restaurant and Brewery owner, Scott Maitland, and Ernest Winslow of the Jack H. Winslow Farms in Scotland Neck, a partnership was born. Who would have known that partnership would produce the first fully local and USDA certified organic distillery in the Deep South!
At the time, downtown Chapel Hill's Top of the Hill Restaurant and Brewery was producing award-winning craft beer. Ernest Winslow thought his 100% organic soft red winter wheat would be a perfect addition to TOPO's Old Well White beer; however, that would not be the case. Entrepreneur Scott Maitland instead foresaw using Ernest's grain to produce world–class spirits; Scott did just that. To date, TOPO spirits have won a multitude of double gold, gold, and silver medals, and many other awards, including being recognized by Southern Living as one of "The South's Best Distilleries." TOPO is also the only North Carolina distillery to win the "Good Food Award."
Scott's business partner in this journey is Esteban McMahan, Spirit Guide for TOPO. Esteban can be found giving tours at the distillery, shaking things up at festivals and galas across the state, and passionately telling everyone why TOPO spirits should be a part of their liquor cabinets and store shelves. As the Visitors Bureau, we were curious about a few things and asked Esteban…
Currently TOPO is the only Green+Certified distillery in the country – tell us what that means:
"Green Plus is a business improvement program that works on the philosophy of triple bottom line sustainability: helping improve the bottom line by focusing on environmental, social and business practices. Our energy and water conservation systems are only one part of the equation, we also do our best to use public transportation and bicycles whenever possible, have bee hives on our rooftop…"
Tours of the distillery are available most Fridays and Saturdays - tell us what a visitor can expect while taking this tour:
"We start you off with a talk about what we're doing and what sets our spirits apart, then walk you through our equipment and our distillation process and our bottling line, then take you through a tasting of all of our award-winning spirits."
TOPO brand has now been in the market for 4 years, anything new on the horizon?
"Yes! We will be releasing our TOPO Organic Straight Wheat Whiskey, our TOPO Organic Spiced Rum, and our TOPO Organic Whiskey-Barrel Aged Rum over the next few months. We will continue to honor tradition and innovate with new practices and spirits."
As mentioned earlier, tours are given most Friday's beginning at 7:00pm as well as Saturdays, which times vary: please check on their website for available tour dates and times. Cost is $20/pp. TOPO Organic Distillery is located at 505 West Franklin Street however; the entrance is off South Graham Street in Chapel Hill.
TOPO Organics taste best… check out more recipes here
SPICY CUCUMBER LEMONADE2 oz. TOPO Organic vodka 2 oz. Cucumber juice* 2 oz. Lemon Juice 1 oz. Jalapeño Simple Syrup**
Fill a shaker half way with ice and add all ingredients. Shake vigorously until very cold. Pour into a tall glass and add a cucumber slice garnish.
*To make Cucumber Juice, combine one cup of chopped cucumber (large chunks with skin on) with two cups water in a blender. Blend until fully pureed. **To make jalapeño simple syrup, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add 1 1/2 cups of sugar, stir until dissolved. Turn down heat and add 3 sliced jalapeño peppers. Simmer for 5 minutes on low heat. The longer the mixer simmers, the hotter the syrup. If the mixture is still not hot enough, add habanero pepper slices. When the desired heat flavor is reached, remove from heat, strain and chill. (Be sure all pepper seeds are removed.)


text: Oil weathering and dispersant testing Home page/ Environment / Oil weathering and dispersant testing Oil weathering and dispersant testing of crude oil Ricardo has worked with the oil industry for many years and our oil testing services are called upon by organisations around the globe to support and advise on emergency response processes. Our support provides our clients with the confidence that they have minimised their risks and that any incident involving a spill of crude oil at sea will be resolved as quickly and efficiently as possible. Our services include: Crude oil weathering: Ricardo has undertaken hundreds of studies on the weathering and emulsification behaviour of numerous types of crude oil. The work involves measuring changes in the properties of crude oil in simulated weathering experiments. This enables us to provide our clients with the critical input parameters necessary for use in popular oil-spill behaviour models such as the Oil Spill Information System (OSIS). Requests for input parameters for other models such as the Oil Spill Contingency and Response (OSCAR) model can also be investigated. Dispersant testing and approval. Ricardo has extensive dispersant testing experience in field and laboratory environments. We carry out dispersant testing on crude oil and emulsions using the rotating flask method (outlined in appendix A of the WSL LR448 report). We test the effectiveness of dispersants that are approved for use in British waters and those that can be used in international waters. Dispersant stockpile testing. Ricardo can support you through the testing of the efficacy of stockpiled dispersants on a regular basis. Our clients send samples of the stockpiled dispersant to us and we test them using the LR 448 method. Relevant resources Chemical Risk overview brochure Brochure Download resource Oil weathering and dispersant testing capability statement Brochure Download resource


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Disney Golf offers special deals this season
Summer is almost here, and it's the perfect time to get out and enjoy a few rounds of golf.
Walt Disney World Resort is offering a number of deals and packages for golfers of all ages.
Guests can choose between a two-night ($284 per person, per night) or three-night ($250 per person, per night) golf package that includes a hotel room, two or three rounds of golf and a two-day Magic Your Way base theme park ticket, plus a $30 to $45 credit in the pro shop depending on the length of stay.
Kids can also enjoy the links. There are week-long junior golf camps starting June 6 for kids ages 7-17. The areas of focus include the full swing, short game, putting and on-course training through a fun, entertaining approach that includes games and prizes.
The week-long camps ($350 per week) run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. through August 12 and include lunch and beverages each day.
For more information on Disney Golf, click here.
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Deerskin Gloves
The Common Denominator. There are similarities between the Montana rancher and the motorcycle enthusiast— their deerskin gloves. Ranchers call them "ropers." Motorcycle gloves are similar but have small variants in design.
Both ranching and biking require a lot of movement and grip, necessitating gloves that are supple, sensitive, and responsive. Deerskin is unrivaled in these qualities, and, unlike its colleagues, it doesn't turn into a stiff wooden board when wet.
The best on a horse.
The best on a bike.
Now, in black, the best with your favorite overcoat.
Deerskin Gloves (No. 5678). 100% deerskin. Unlined, but the inside nap of deerskin is an excellent insulator. Supremely handsome and dressy. Surprisingly durable. Dexterously seamed back for a close fit (and to help keep the cold out).


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Linkedin has been publishing a list of overused buzzwords for the last 3 years. Here are the reports with sample sizes: 2010 (85 million people), 2011 (137 million people), 2012 (187 million people).
Some interesting insights from these and other similar reports:
- People in fast developing countries like India, Brazil like using words like Effective and Dynamic in their profiles. I can't talk about Brazil but in India it pays to be street smart and resourceful.
- People in developed countries like US, Canada, Germany, UK... like to highlight their Extensive Experience and Creative/ Innovative skills.
- "Motivated" is probably most consistently overused word on a global scale.
- "Extensive experience" is the consistently overused word in US.
Here are some tips, on maintaining an effective and fresh Linkedin profile. Use the following words if you want to make people yawn (this is a collective score from the Linkedin reports of the past 3 years):


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France moves to ban petrol and diesel cars in a bid to meet Paris agreement targets
French Environment Minister Nicolas Hulot says he has set the country's carmakers the goal of not selling petrol or diesel cars by 2040.
At a news conference unveiling a five-year plan to encourage clean energy and fulfil the country's commitments under the Paris climate accord, Mr Hulot said France's car manufacturers have projects that "can fulfil that promise".
He also said the country aimed to become carbon-neutral by 2050.
"One of the symbolic acts of the plan is that France, which previously had made the promise to divide its greenhouse gas emissions by four by 2050, has decided to become carbon neutral by 2050, following the US decision," Mr Hulot said.
"The carbon neutral objective will force us to make the necessary investments."
Mr Hulot also said on Thursday that France would stop producing power from coal-power stations — now 5 per cent of the total — by 2022.
The country also wants to reduce the proportion of its power from nuclear to 50 per cent by 2025, from the current 75 per cent.
Mr Hulot's announcement comes a day after Sweden's Volvo became the first major automaker to pledge to abandon cars and SUVs powered solely by the internal combustion engine.


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New York, NY -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/07/2017 -- Introduction
Biopolymer coating is the coating using polymers obtained from living organisms such as DNA, RNA, starch, cellulose and proteins. The biopolymer coating is an eco-friendly alternative to petroleum based coating solutions offering broad coating applications and usage while achieving desired biodegradability. The biopolymer coating is suitable to be used on various fibres and paper materials as it can be applied using conventional spray systems. Recent innovations in technology have developed new biopolymer coating in the market with appropriate biocompatibility, degradation rate and physical properties for various industry specific coating applications. The consumable goods are often stored and distributed using packaging materials. However, if the proper disposal of the materials used is not done, it tends to affect the environmental balance. The biopolymer coating market has witnessed robust growth in the recent years, as the trend has shifted towards eco-friendly solutions among end consumers. The strict government regulations have made it mandatory for manufacturers to adopt biopolymer coating. The biopolymer coating has gained acceptance in food packaging sectors, such as naturally derived juice, water and beverages, which require coating solutions with minimal odour emitting properties. Industry verticals such as construction and automotive, which need coating at a large scale have also started to align towards biopolymer coating. The biopolymer coating also offers insulating properties, chemical resistance and fire resistance apart from environmental benefits, which have ensured that users need not compromise in terms of quality, thus, paving a way to achieve sustainable development.
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Biopolymer Coating Market: Drivers and Restraints
The biopolymers possess considerable advantages over traditional oil based coating resins. The demand for biopolymer coating is expected to witness significant growth in the near future as most of the coating end users prefer choosing sustainable products with no hazardous emissions into the environment. The demand for lightweight coating materials has also increased, so as to limit the transportation costs and reduce waste material, creating positive impact on global biopolymer coating market. Several organizations have started using biopolymer coating as a tool to enhance their brand image among customers to attract them by projecting themselves as eco-friendly organizations. However, the biopolymer coating is not suitable for liquid packaging, which is a major restraint for the market growth coupled with price competitiveness with conventional petrochemical resins. The high cost of biopolymers can be reduced through wide scale production and using fillers that are abundantly available in the nature, such as starch. However, the manufacturing process of starch is a time consuming process. It is expected that new innovations in the market targeting improved usability and operational efficiency will help manufacturers to overcome the barriers, and biopolymer coating will continue to witness widespread adoption across the globe over the forecast period.
Biopolymer Coating Market: Segmentation
On the basis of product, the biopolymer coating market can be segmented as:
Bio Polyurethane (PU) Coating
Bio Polyamide (PA) Coatings
Bio Polybutylene Succinate (PBS) Coatings
Cellulose Esters
Wax Coatings
Soy Protein Coatings
Corn Zein Protein Coating
On the basis of end user industry, the biopolymer coating market can be segmented as:
Food and Beverages
Healthcare equipment
Biopolymer Coating Market: Region Wise Outlook
As of 2015, Europe and North America regions are expected to witness substantial growth in the global biopolymer coating market owing to the favourable government frameworks and consumer awareness regarding the environmental benefits of using biopolymer coating. The APAC region, led by China, will also register significant growth owing to the increase in per capita expenditure in consumable products and automotive sector. Latin America and Eastern Europe are also projected to expand with a significant CAGR over the forecast period.
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Examples of some of the market participants in the global biopolymer coating market identified across the value chain include:
AkzoNobel N.V.
Archer Daniels Midland (ADM)
Cargill, Inc.
NatureWorks LLC
Novamont S.p.A
Roquette Group
Safepack Industries Ltd.
WestRock Company


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One of the best things about financing your home through the Bank of Washington is that with the exception of USDA loans, every home loan we make, we will always be the people you call with any questions, concerns or feedback. We service them in house! Have comfort knowing that you will always talk with us, the people you know and trust, and not with someone you have never met.
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