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Lollapalooza has revealed the lineup for the 2015 music festival which takes place July 31st through August 2nd at Grant Park in Chicago. The show will have no hip hop headliners with Paul McCartney and Metallica handling those duties. Notable hip hop acts include Young Thug, ASAP Rocky, The Weeknd, Tyler, The Creator, Kid Cudi, SZA, Travis Scott, G-Eazy and DJ Mustard.
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Danger of toxic metals in soils underestimated
Soils tainted with heavy metals from industrial pollution and sewage sludge may poison organisms that live in the soil far more readily than thought. The finding raises fears that unexpectedly high levels of toxins are getting into the food chain.
Contaminated soils are given hazard ratings that are based on the key assumption that organisms can only take up heavy metals and other pollutants if they are dissolved or suspended in water percolating through the soil. A large proportion of pollutants are assumed to bind tightly to soil particles, making them inaccessible to organisms feeding on the soil.
But Renaud Scheifler and his team of soil biologists at the University of Franche-Comté in Besançon, France, have shown that this assumption is wrong.
They allowed snails to rummage around a container filled with cadmium-contaminated soil taken from near a disused lead and zinc smelter. After two weeks, they analysed tissue from the snails and found that around 16 per cent of the cadmium they had absorbed was from the supposedly inaccessible cadmium bound tightly to the soil. "Our work is, to our knowledge, the first evidence of this," says Scheifler.
The finding suggests other heavy metals could also be more "bioavailable" than assumed, and could be entering the food chain.
"Ouch ouch"
"While a lot of research has been done on availability to plants, this paper addresses the much neglected soil fauna," says UK-based researcher Ian Pulford, who studies the fate of heavy metals in soil at the University of Glasgow. "It means that more cadmium than predicted is getting into the food chain," he says.
Cadmium can cause kidney damage, anaemia and a painful bone disorder known as "itai itai", Japanese for "ouch ouch". Hundreds of people living in Yokkaichi, 300 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, developed the disease in the 1950s after exposure to cadmium from industrial pollution.
It is too early to know whether the finding will lead to improved risk assessment of tainted soils, says Scheifler. But he says it is now necessary to see whether other heavy metals such as zinc, copper, lead and mercury are also getting into the food chain more easily than anyone imagined.
His team also wants to check if other organisms that feed on soil can absorb heavy metals as readily as the snails. "We have to work with other invertebrates to find whether the snail is a particular case," he says. Pulford says we need to understand much more about the role of soil animals in bringing heavy metals into the food chain.
Journal reference: Environmental Science and Technology (DOI: 10.1021/ es025677w)

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I've been longing for this moment: the time when German speaking teams play WeQ to boost their communication skills, sense of belonging and psychological safety.
Germans have been deeply interested in crisply describing our fuzzy feelings and perceptions with the right words that would require a full paragraph in other languages. Here is a handful of those German words.
They are funny and useful hé?
However, as erklärungsnot implies, words alone can't fully describe our feelings and thoughts. Crisp and effective communication is achievable when language accompanies the right non-verbal communication and behavioural cues.
Great teams is not a master of language but the master of behaviours: gestures, eye-contacts, and touch play critical roles in building safety, trust and a sense of belonging in the team. And that's exactly what the team at Teamazing GmbH experienced during the inaugural WeQ Feedback Session in German facilitated by our Master Coach Trainer Philipp Horwath.
I look forward to seeing more German speaking teams enjoying WeQ Sessions. So they can finally reach their expectation for accurate communication, high performance and team-bonding! Perhaps, in return, they might invent a new-German-compound-word which exactly pinpoints the experience of WeQ Session :-)
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It was a dark and stormy night, but this isn't some dark and cliche horror story: it is one of laughter and learning. Once a week at 6:45 pm at Simonds Elementary School, students of various ages meet up and hold band classes. High schoolers lead these classes of fourth and fifth graders, teaching them how to play specific instruments and read sheet music. Despite the downpour on this one night, all these kids could be seen happily bounding to their designated classrooms, their giggling echoing through the hallways and competing with the sound of the pounding rain. Continue reading "Band at Simonds Elementary School"
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Give the Kids Your Trust
It all starts with a single instrument. Some people start taking piano lessons because their parents forced them to when they were five years old, other people pick up a guitar when they discover Green Day in middle school, and still others fall in love with singing. There are a multitude of ways in which people are introduced to music, but they often remember that introduction forever, as it influences the role music plays in their lives. Because this can be such a pivotal moment for a person, one must go about this introduction very carefully.
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How many times have you butted up against your device's storage limit? This is especially a problem on limited-capacity devices like a MacBook. If you want to extend your storage options immediately—without deleting any data—you need a cloud storage account.
Let's look at how you can free up space on your device using encrypted cloud storage service pCloud.
What Is pCloud?
pCloud is a Switzerland-based cloud storage company with over 9 million users. It offers secure, multi-platform cloud storage that any user can easily make use of.
The pCloud storage drive works with Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. Furthermore, you can use the handy Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Opera browser extensions to quickly save data from the internet to your drive directly.
pCloud comes equipped with a number of handy tools, too. For instance, pCloud allows you to upload any type of file, regardless of size. It also preserves the quality of your HD video collection, where other services force you to compress or simply refuse to host them.
The pCloud file sharing interface is also one of the best of any cloud storage service, too. It integrates perfectly with Windows.
Free Up Storage Space Using pCloud
Cheap and easy-to-use cloud storage is a blessing for users of all device types. You can easily expand your storage without deleting any data, as well as share your important documents between devices without any hassle at all.
But how do you set up pCloud to free up the space to begin with? Let's take a look.
1. Download, Install, and Log into pCloud
First, head to the pCloud download page.
Browse to your operating system using the tabs at the top. In this guide, images refer to Windows 10 and Android (though pCloud is very similar on all platforms).
Once downloaded, install pCloud Drive. After installation completes, open the app. You will need to create a pCloud account to continue. Make sure to use a strong password.
2. Configure Your pCloud Account
In this case, configuring means validating your account. Validating your email address grabs you an extra 1GB of pCloud Drive storage. If you download and log into the pCloud mobile app, you'll earn another 1GB of space.
The pCloud web client has a short checklist for you to review. Each task extends your storage by another 1GB, so they're worth running through. Plus, adding the pCloud mobile app to your device allows you to move files between your mobile and desktop without any trouble.
3. Transfer Files to Back Up Your Data
You're now ready to begin moving files to your pCloud Drive storage folder to free up space on your device.
Head to This PC. You might note the new pCloud Drive (P) under your Devices and drives section. Open the pCloud Drive folder, and inside you will find several additional folders.
pCloud names these folders for Music, Pictures, Videos, and so on, but you can change them to suit you. Furthermore, if you want to create a new folder, go ahead. It will sync across the web and mobile clients, too.
Now, back to the file transfers: open the folder you want to transfer files from. You can either:
- Select the files you want and press CTRL + C to copy them. Then select the pCloud destination folder, and press CTRL + V to paste. Or:
- Select the files you want, then drag and drop them into the pCloud destination folder.
Press CTRL while selecting to add multiple files, like so:
After you transfer your files, you can choose to delete the originals to free up space on your device. If you have limited space, hitting delete with the knowledge your files are safe and sound is quite handy.
Alternatively, if you're using pCloud Drive as a storage bridge between devices, you can keep your original copies in the same place.
4. Turn on Automatic Upload (Mobile Device) to Free Up Space
Note: If you're not using the iOS or Android pCloud app, you can skip this section.
Install the pCloud app on your iOS or Android device. Once installed, open the app and sign into pCloud. After you sign in, the app will ask if you want to turn on Automatic Upload. This is a pCloud mobile app feature that automatically uploads your mobile device pictures and videos to your pCloud storage.
Otherwise, in the mobile app:
- Press the hamburger icon in the top-left corner to open the pCloud Settings panel.
- Select Settings.
- Scroll down and select Automatic Upload.
- Select Automatic Upload > Preferences to set which types of files to upload.
The Automatic Upload feature is excellent if you're looking to free up space on your mobile device. pCloud automatically locates your media folders and uploads them to a corresponding Automatic Upload folder in your pCloud account.
Your media is then available across all devices while creating more space on the host device. It's a win-win!
5. Turn on pCloud Crypto to Encrypt Your Files
Another excellent pCloud feature is its client-side drive encryption, using "military-level" encryption to keep your files secure.
(What is military-level encryption? In most cases, when organizations say "military-level" or "military-grade" encryption, they're talking about the extremely strong AES-256 encryption standard.)
pCloud Crypto, then, makes sure no one can access the data in the pCloud Crypto folder on your device unless you have the correct password. Furthermore, pCloud states that it "as a service provider is unable to decrypt any hosted data."
pCloud has your back, even if you don't turn on pCloud Crypto. That's because pCloud encrypts all your cloud files at rest on its servers, using the same AES-256 encryption. All of your files upload and download using TLS encryption, too, keeping your files safe in transit.
pCloud Frees Up Space on Your Device
There are several excellent cloud storage providers available to choose from. pCloud ranks among the best for its mixture of security, privacy, encryption, and file sharing functionality. If you sign up now, you'll get 10GB of storage for free.
Better still, you can subscribe on the pCloud Pricing page at a variety of price points to suit your requirements:
- Monthly Premium 500GB: $4.99 per month
- Monthly Premium Plus 2TB: $9.99 per month
- Annual Premium 500GB: $3.99 per month| $47.88 per year
- Annual Premium Plus 2TB: $7.99 per month | $95.88 per year
pCloud is also currently offering Lifetime subscriptions for both Premium tiers at massively reduced prices:
- Lifetime Premium 500GB: $175 one-time payment
- Lifetime Premium Plus 2TB: $350 one-time payment
Finally, pCloud has a special promotion offering 500GB of space, plus encryption, for 50 percent off. No matter which plan you choose, getting a vast amount of storage at such a great price is well worth checking out.
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Time for a GDPR spring clean?
Fiona Anthony is a solicitor at nplaw, a public sector shared legal service based in Norwich advising local government, public bodies and charitable institutions. Here, she advises a spring clean when it comes to GDPR compliance…
My most memorable date of 2018 was 25th May. It wasn't a big birthday or an anniversary, a holiday or a celebration – the sad fact is that it was the day the GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 came into effect. There had been a huge build-up to that point and, in the months beforehand, we had been preparing for the big day, delivering training sessions to packed rooms and checking policies, privacy notices and cookies (regrettably not the ones with chocolate chips in). There was plenty of concern about what the new regime would mean but very little reliable guidance.
We reassured clients that the new data protection laws were intended to be "evolutionary not revolutionary" and would build upon good practice. If organisations were doing it properly beforehand, then it wouldn't be a huge leap to get it right afterwards.
The creation of GDPR wasn't an end point
It was tempting to think that we could get that date out of the way and then relax - but the Information Commissioner was having none of that. Writing in her blog at the time, Elizabeth Denham said: "The creation of the Data Protection Act 2018 is not an end point, it's just the beginning, in the same way that preparations for the GDPR don't end on 25th May 2018 …we all know that effective data protection requires clear evidence of commitment and ongoing effort."
The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) certainly hasn't relaxed, issuing helpful information on its website on an almost monthly basis including some myth-busting blogs and a Guide to Data Protection (published in December 2018) explaining the basic concepts.
With its regulatory hat on, the ICO has taken a more relaxed, pragmatic approach, recognising that it will take organisations time to embed policies and understand how the new regime will work in practice. No huge fines have been issued in the UK to date (except under the 1998 Act) and enforcement action has been slow to materialise. Yet the ICO's breach-reporting helpline has been kept busy by some controllers 'over-reporting' perceived breaches, as many organisations are being unduly cautious or misunderstanding what needs to be reported.
Over in France in January, Google was handed a €50 million fine – the biggest to date under the new rules – for failing failed to provide enough information to users about its data consent policies and not giving them enough control over how their information is used.
Parliament here has been busy too with the snappily titled Data Protection, Privacy and Electronic Communications (Amendments etc) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 tabled in January 2019. These regulations amend the Data Protection Act 2018 and create a new UK version of the GDPR to ensure that the legal framework for data protection within the UK continues to function correctly when/if we Brexit.
So, what has your organisation been doing on the data protection front since 25th May? If the answer is "not much", then it's probably time to have a spring clean. My top tips are to:
- Look at the ICO's website for useful resources
- Check whether your policies and notices still make sense, whether they need to be updated and whether they are being complied with.
- Think about the data you hold and consider whether you really need it all, whether it is out-of-date or should be destroyed.
- Make sure you train new staff as they arrive, provide regular refresher training and make sure it's practical and relevant to their needs. For me, the key to having good data protection practice and compliance is having staff who understand what it's all about.
- Capture learning from mistakes. If things go wrong (including any "near misses"), learn from the experience and make sure it doesn't happen again.
This year, I'm hoping for a more peaceful 25th May!
nplaw's website can be found at nplaw.co.uk
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text: NORTHERN IRELAND PUB TRADE IN CRITICAL CONDITION08 September 2011 The local pub trade is facing an uncertain future as many publicans reach breaking point in their struggle to cope in the current climate, according to the latest findings from Pubs of Ulster's annual survey of its members across Northern Ireland.The Pubs of Ulster State of the Industry Survey 2011, which sought the opinions of publicans on the key issues affecting the industry, worryingly revealed that over two thirds (67 per cent) of those surveyed have seen business fall by some degree in the last year. This consequently led to 34 per cent having to lay off staff and 62% being forced to reduce staff hours. Looking ahead, many of those surveyed are preparing for this trend to continue with 22 per cent anticipating staff layoffs and over half (52 per cent) expecting to reduce staff hours. Against this worrying backdrop, 210 pubs (14 per cent) are currently seeking to sell their business with a further 120 pubs (8 per cent) anticipating closure. Commenting on the survey, Colin Neill, chief executive of Pubs of Ulster said: "The findings from our survey unfortunately show the true state of the pub industry in 2011 and confirm what we and many publicans have feared-the industry is in serious trouble. Confidence in the current business performance of many pubs is extremely low with almost half of those surveyed only expecting an average business performance over the next twelve months, if they survive until then at all." The decline in trade brought on by the economic recession was singled out as the issue most affecting the industry by 23 per cent of those surveyed. The below cost sale of alcohol by supermarkets and the subsequent rise in the level of alcohol consumption at home was highlighted as the second biggest factor affecting 22 per cent of pubs. The impact of current licensing laws over Easter was also cited as a major issue, with 15 per cent losing £4,000 or more per day during the Easter weekend. In the face of these challenging times for the industry however, there are encouraging signs that the pub trade itself is trying to remain resilient. Many pubs are diversifying their offering through food, coffee and entertainment as a means of boosting business. Pubs are also embracing new methods of marketing and promotion with 63 per cent of those surveyed stating that they plan to use Facebook in the coming year as well as 56 per cent who will use website and email to target customers. Calling for action to help the struggling pub industry Colin Neill concludes: "Pubs are facing a very difficult future and whilst many are weathering the current situation, the threat of closure is a real possibility facing many publicans. This decline in business will have a serious impact on the local economy and employment and this cannot be ignored. It is clear from the findings of our survey that more needs to be done by both the Northern Ireland Assembly and the UK Government on issues such as alcohol duty, the below cost sale of alcohol by supermarkets and Easter opening hours to ensure the long term survival of the industry."


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Recently I was asked for advice on using Pinterest. I know people are having great success driving traffic to their websites and blogs with Pinterest. So I'm digging around and finding out what's working for small business success and sharing it with you.
This is the first post in a series on how to use Pinterest effectively.
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The emerging markets have been falling as the US Dollar was rising. With the sudden reversal on the $USD there are some charts shaping up nicely. The EEM chart has nice positive divergence on the Full Stochastic.
If the $USD continues to weaken, this trade should continue to improve. For now, its a nice breakout with a signal. A stop that gets hit below last weeks low of $42 would suggest the trade is not going to work.
There have been a wide variety of new videos over the last week. Here are links to them.
The Canadian Technician.
The Commodities Countdown video covers off the setups in the precious metals charts this week.
The Final Bar.
I appeared on MarketWatchers Live August 24th, 2018 hosting a segment called Everything StockCharts. You can see the entire show here.
You can also click here to see Market Watchers Live Monday August 20, 2018.
I also updated my Commodities Countdown Chartlist. 30 Charts with a high level view of whats going on.
If you are missing intermarket signals in the market, follow me on Twitter and check out my Vimeo Channel often. Bookmark it for easy access!
Good trading,
Greg Schnell, CMT, MFTA
Senior Technical Analyst, StockCharts.com
Author, Stock Charts for Dummies
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One good example of a man who came from a stormy childhood to the limelight is Jonathan Allen, a current American football player for the Washington Redskins. He is a defensive lineman who was recruited in the round one of the 2017 NFL Draft. He was the 17th NFL pick that year. Prior to turning pro, he played college football with the University of Alabama team, Crimson Tide.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Jonathan was born on the 16th of January in the year 1995 in Anniston Alabama but he moved to different cities during his very turbulent childhood. This may be linked to the fact that his father Richard Allen was a military nuclear biological chemist at the time.
Jonathan's mother suffered mental instability. She became paranoid at a point and refused to allow her sons to communicate with their father. She also withdrew them from school for a protracted period of time and moved to South Carolina. However, in 2004, a court granted Jonathan's father full custody of the kids after they had spent some years in foster care and imposed it on their mother to undergo a psychological evaluation program, which she did not attend.
At the age of 9, Jonathan Allen developed a keen interest in football and played in the park along with his elder brother (who was 9 years older than him). He often played with boys much older and bigger than himself and was able to hold his own with them.
Jonathan recalled how his dad had raised them with martial discipline and ensured they made up for the school years they had missed while with their mum. Richard Allen settled for nothing but excellence in everything for his sons who equally made good grades in school. Jonathan even excelled in playing the trombone. When he enrolled in Stone Bridge High School in Virginia, Jonathan played in the school's football team. In his senior year, he was awarded the Gatorade Football Player of the Year 2012.
Thereafter, he went to the University of Alabama where he played college football with the school team. In his first year, Allen played a total of 13 games and had 16 tackles. In the second year, 2014, he played 14 games in which he started in 12 of them and started all 14 games in the third year (2015). Through his immense contribution as a linebacker, the Crimson Tide won the 2016 College Football Playoff National Championship.
Allen's professional career began in 2017 with Washington Redskins. It was predicted that he would make the top 5 picks. However, this was not to be as he was diagnosed with arthritis on his shoulder and had to undergo surgery on both shoulders. He ended up as the 17th pick of the 2017 NFL draft. On April 27, 2017, he signed a 4-year contract worth $11.59 million with the Redskins.
Family Life
Jonathan has been very quiet about his mother's identity as he reveals that his parents got divorced when he was just two years old and alongside his elder brother, Richard III, Jonathan had to stay in a number of hotels with their mum when their father was off on a military duty in South Korea.
The social services of Southern Carolina had to take him and his brother away from their mother. This action saw both parents and the social services in a lawsuit until the boys were recovered and handed over to their father in 2004. He then raised them in a normal home along with his new wife. Their biological mother was placed on psychological examination and treatment – though they never heard from her again. Jonathan has 2 step-siblings.
Read Also: Josh Gordon Biography, Career Stats, Age, Height, Weight, and Net Worth
Meet Jonathan Allen's Girlfriend That Later Became His Wife
Jonathan Allen's only known girlfriend, Hannah Franklin, eventually became his wife. Hannah Franklin grew up in Illinois. The couple has been together since they met in a study class at the University of Alabama since 2015. Jonathan proposed to her 10 days before he was drafted into the NFL in April and they marched to the altar in July 2018.
Like most American football players, Jonathan Allen is quite a huge guy who stands at, 6 feet 3 inches in height. He weighs 294lbs (133 kg) and has an arm length that spans 33 5/8".


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A rare and well priced duplex zoned building lot in the heart of desirable Departure Bay. Set on a quiet side road, this ready to build upon lot is ideal for the construction of side by side rental units without the worry of extensive grounds maintenance. Market rents are currently attractive for a builder/investor who wishes to hold onto two semi-detached investment properties. The construction of two semi-detached strata homes will generate a lot of interest as buyers will have be able to live in Departure Bay at an affordable entry price point for this coveted area. A buyer can submit for building permit quickly and be started construction in a timely way as all work is done with services to the property line. The lot lends itself to a two or 3 storey design with garage, roof-top deck, and use of rear decking to capture the essence of the setting. Natural gas is directly across Barrington Road. Price plus GST. All measurements are approximate and should be verified if important.
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Of Nanaimo.
Listing content Copyright 2020 Vancouver Island Real Estate Board. The above information is from sources deemed reliable, but should not be relied upon without independent verification.


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When working on a long length of path like this, we each work on a stretch of about ten metres at a time. When that section is completed and joined up with the team member working above, we leapfrog higher up the path and continue like this until the whole length of path is finished.
Starting higher up the path
You can see in the photo below how the full width of the erosion is used to help meander the path, making it easier to walk on and reducing the visual impact.
Completed section of path
Due to all the dry weather we've had this year, we've struggled getting grass seed to germinate on sections of path that we've landscaped and many of the turfs that were carefully removed while building the path have dried out and died.
Starting another new section
Section almost completed
We've reseeded a couple of times and hopefully now that we're getting a few more showers, the grass will start to grow and cover the bare areas.
Starting a new section while working around some buried bedrock
As we've moved higher up the path, we've started to encounter more areas of bedrock. Most of this is just below the ground surface and can be removed with a crowbar or sledgehammer if it's in the way of the path. Dealing with bedrock adds an extra layer of complexity to the process of building a path, as well as substantially increasing the level of exertion required.
Approaching the bedrock outcrop
One notable section was a large outcrop higher up the path. Generally, exposed bedrock like this is much harder and more difficult to break. Since bedrock becomes slippery when wet, many people try to avoid walking on it, which causes more erosion in the area... exposing more bedrock, etc, etc. So rather than stopping the path at the foot of the outcrop, we continued around it until a weaker section was found that could be chipped out to form the new path line.
Continuing around the bedrock outcrop
The new path line works really well and we're also leaving access to the exposed bedrock section alongside the path for the more adventurous mountain bikers to descend.


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Detailed history of the Cold War, 1158 pages over the two volumes, in bright clean condition just some foxing to outer edges of pages, top edges of pages stained red with a little marking and fading.Outer boards have light bumps to a couple of corners. Dustwrappers are bright and clean, light wear to edges, a few light marks and creases. HEAVY BOOKS 2.2 Kg with packing EXTRA POSTAGE REQUIRED FOR OVERSEAS.Pleasing sound copies SEE IMAGE. DETAILED IMAGES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.
Title: The Cold War and Its Origins 1917-1960 Two Volumes
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Christmas season makes me think of friends from high school. This photo was from March of 1960. We were on our way to the Beta Club Convention. Anyone recognize any of these "dressed up" teenagers? Our sponsor, Mrs. Andrews, insisted that we look good . Merry Christmas, Asa Faith Bobo Hill Randolph
Basket Revisited
by Asa Faith Bobo Randolph
Basketball season - a special time of the year - especially for this 1961 Dora High School graduate.
When I watch basketball on television, and hear the squeaking shoes, I always think of that special sound at our rock gymnasium in Dora.
I hear the shoes of Kenneth Morrow, Buck Harris, Ray Jenkins, Ronny James, Don Andrews, Rodney McCrary, Sammy Black, Arlon Ballenger, and Jerry Stone.
I see them playing up and down that court, making Dora folks proud.
This is the time of year that I wish I could go back in time to hear their shoes again.
Dana Nix Moore Class of 84
I'm Dana Nix Moore, a very proud member of the Dora High School Class of 1984. I live in Montgomery with my husband, Russell, and our two children, Dorothy 10, and William 4. My parents are Dan and Carolyn Nix, who still live in Burnwell. Good Lord, I have so many wonderful memories of DHS it's difficult to choose a favorite. Actually, my good memories run all the way back to T.S. Boyd Elementary…….does anyone else remember how tasty the popcorn was that Mrs. Babbs would bring around on the little cart at "break" time? Popcorn and a Sundrop…yum.
Or do you remember the little creek down the hill behind the playground?
It was strictly off limits, but somehow we would manage to sneak down the hill when the teachers weren't watching and catch crawdad.
Left to right is Dana, Kelly Davis Dodson, Tammy Robbins Westbrook, and Beth Glover McLeroy
From junior high I remember that old coal furnace that more often than not belched more smoke than heat, and the wonderful aroma of Sugar Daddies melting on the radiators. At one point, the building was in such bad shape we actually could pass notes through the wall from one classroom to the other. We were so discreet I really think some of us could have been recruited as CIA operatives. I guess we're too old now.
My years at DHS, minus a few melodramatic moments of failed romance, were fairly innocent and downright blissful. As a member of the band I had a built in group of friends, and between rehearsals, band camp (which was always at the University of Montevallo), competition, and simply goofing off in the bandroom, life was good. The Miss DHS pageant was always fun, not so much because of the pageant itself, but because of those long rehearsals where you had an excuse to hang out with friends for hours on end.
Russell, Dorothy 10, and William 4
There were many teachers that did an excellent job of getting me prepared for college and adulthood, but Ms. Sandra Stricklen has to be at the top of the list. She was genuinely interested in each student living up to their potential, and was rather crafty at getting us to put forth extra effort without realizing it. She also managed to execute that very difficult maneuver of treating us as young adults without loosing her place as the adult to be respected.
I've thought long and hard about the most important lessons I learned in high school.
When it comes right down to it, the importance of true friendship and feeling connected to a community are what sticks with me the most. I had many good, supportive friends. Kelly Davis Dodson was by best friend from first grade through graduation, and perhaps still is.
While we don't see each other nearly as much as we would like, she's a true friend.
We can pick up a conversation at anytime, and a genuine respect for each other is still right there.
There are times when I think it would be nice to go back to those years at Dora High. Not to change anything, because I don't think I would. Just for the chance to do it all again with an appreciation for how precious the times and people were and are.
After high school I went to Huntingdon College, where I earned a B.A. in English. With minors in Business and History, I naturally ended up as the golf manager at an exclusive country club! Not a small feat considering I don't play golf. It was a lot of fun, but the hours were horrendous, so after a year or so of that I moved back home and worked at UAB in the Small Business Development Center, where I had interned the summer before finishing college.
While working at UAB in business and economic development I met my husband, Russell, who works in economic development for the state in the areas of high tech, aerospace and energy. He's quite clever, and rather handsome, which is always a nice perk in a spouse. While I entertain daydreams of being a stay at home mom, I now work full time as Portfolio Manager for the Southern Development Council.
We have a small business loan portfolio of $120,000,000 and serve Alabama, Mississippi, and the Florida panhandle. My glamorous role in the organization is to make sure folks pay their loan on time, and take appropriate action when they don't. Isn't that stay at home mom stuff sounding more attractive by the moment?
As for heroes, my parents are at the top of the list. Both Mom and Dad made many sacrifices to provide a loving, traditional home for us. If I grow up ("if" is very much the operative word) and folks say I'm just like my parents, a finer compliment I'd never receive.
Are the Good Times Really Over for Good?
by Asa Faith Randolph
Nostalgia crept up on me yesterday, so I popped an old Merle Haggard tape in my player and began to look through my 1961 Dora High School yearbook.
Merle slowly crooned these words:
Wish a buck was still silver,
And it was back when the country was strong.
Back before Elvis; before the Vietnam War came along.
Before the Beatles and "Yesterday"
When a man could still work, and still would.
Is the best of the free life behind us now?
Are the good times really over for good?
I wish coke was still cola,And a joint was a bad place to be.
And it was back before Nixon lied to us all on TV.
Before microwave ovens,
When a girl could still cook and still would.
Is the best of the free life behind us now?
Are the good times really over for good?
When the song ended, I found that I was gazing at a picture of Mr. and Mrs. Gant, along with Mr. Moore and Mrs. Murray. They were enjoying a break at the concession stand which was located at one end of our gym. For me, the photo represented good times.
For a little while, I was back in high school - sitting in class - waiting for our 15 minute morning break. It was a time for some socializing and some snacks. My favorite treat consisted of an icy-cold Dr. Pepper and a "Reesus Cup." (Daddy used to laugh and tell me the correct way to pronounce it.) But, even now, I think of that delicious chocolate and peanut butter as a "Reesus."
If a girl was lucky, she had a boyfriend or a good friend who just happened to be a boy. While she talked to her girlfriends, he would go to the concession stand for her. She would see him coming back, looking neat in his starched, peg-legged jeans. She would think, "OH YEAH. OH YEAH. LIFE IS GOOD."
So, Merle, the good times are not really over. As long as we have our present blessings, and as long as we have our pleasant memories, we can say, "OH YEAH. OH YEAH. LIFE IS GOOD."
by Asa Faith Randolph
If you are from Dora, it means THE GREEN TOP. My mouth is watering as I write.
I do not own it, do not get any kick back from saying this. It is absolutely the best place around. Dream on, Dreamland!!
My good friends Kenneth and Bonnie Morrow make sure that they eat some of that scrumptious pork whenever they visit Alabama. (Kenneth graduated from DHS in 1961.)
Here is a photo of the 3 of us when we went to Leo and Susie's famous eatery in June of 2004.
asa faith, still craving a bbq.


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I hope and pray that this letter finds you all in the best of
God's care! I would like you to please pray for me and my
family. I've been incarcerated for 21 years and there is no
one on the outside helping my wife and family. They need a
lot but I really need your love, support, and prayers. We
benefit from all The Saints do and we look forward to seeing
you again. You give us hope and love! Keep on doing what
you do and don't change a thing!
-Marquis V., Bibb CF, Alabama
Thank you so much for your continued love for me! I have
recieved a birthday card every year now for I don't know
how many years. Praise God. I enjoy reading "The New
Creation" newsletter. This card found me in a low point of
my life. I sit in "the hole" waiting my punishment for sins of
the flesh. I'm okay and will be okay. I just wanted you to
know how God used your ministry to touch a prisoner 2,000
miles away. Thank you and praise Jesus!
– David L., Colorado Territorial CF, Colorado
Thank you very much for the birthday card and the support
from you. I pray that all of you are doing well and continue
to do so. I'm doing as good as I can and taking everything
one day at a time. Once again, thank you for your support
and birthday wishes. Hope to hear from you soon.
– Gary F., Carson City CF, Michigan
Just recieved the birthday card you sent. You never fail to
send one to me! Thank you. You uplift my spirits when I
truly need it. Oh, and thank you for your newsletter also.
I've been going through some trials and tribulations as of
late. Things just don't go right for me lately. Seems as I get
closer to home, everyone in my family has been fading
away. I try not to let it bother me for if I did, it would bother
me until I go bald or just go crazy. So this card and newsletter
were uplifting at a time when I really needed it.
– John H., Orleans CF, New York


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2013 Holiday Gifts Under $100
Chris Woodward
November 22, 2013
MacWet Gloves
MacWet, an English company, boasts that its gloves are currently used globally in 35 different sports — including fishing. The breathable gloves offer a precise fit and all-weather grip. Available in two types — Climatec (shown in black) and Micromesh (shown in navy blue) — MacWets employ Aquatec fabric. Any moisture on the skin is wicked to the outside of the material because of the breathable palm fabric, the company says. Both styles come in short or long cuff lengths and in multiple colors. They cost
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Shimano Coltsniper Jigs
The Coltsniper's aerodynamic shape means it can soar great distances to surface-busting fish from a boat or from shore. The lure features a single treble hook and comes in four sizes — 1.5 ounces (42 grams), 2 ounces (62 grams), 2.75 ounces (80 grams) and 3.5 ounces (100 grams) — to mimic different baitfish. Available in five colors, including pink/blue, blue sardine, brown aji, green mackerel and white/silver, the jigs cost
$7.99 to $9.99
West Marine Blacktip Premium Rolling Rod Rack
Made from furniture-quality pine, this rod rack creates a rolling display fit for any room in the house. The rack holds up to 24 rods, gaffs or nets. It measures 27 inches wide and 32 inches high. Assembly required. The rack
costs $99.99
(supplies are limited).
Guy Harvey Billfish Rain Shirt
This new travel tech shirt is made from featherweight micro-polyester fabric and blocks 98 percent of the sun's harmful UV rays. The soft fabric is also water resistant and quick drying. The short-sleeve shirt features a billfish design, and comes in four colors: white, turquoise, royal and kiwi. Available in sizes S to 2X, the
shirts cost $60
Yo-Zuri Crystal 3D Minnow Jointed
This minnow lure comes in two models — floating and deep diving. The floater is a shallow-running "waker" bait, with a triangle lip that allows it to be fished slowly. Eight of the 16 available colors employ ultraviolet coatings that reflect existing light. The castable waker measures 5 1/4 inches and weighs 3/4 ounces; the trolling diver is 5 1/4 inches long and weighs 7/8 ounces. Prices range from
$17.99 to $19.99
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PowerPro Zero-Impact
PowerPro introduces Terminal Zone Technology into this new microfilament braid; the line strength increases at specific tackle-connection points. Clearly marked 32-inch "termination zones" are found every 20 feet. Available in tests from 20- to 100-pound, in 150-, 300- and 500-yard spools, and in aqua green and high-viz yellow. Prices range from
$25.99 for 150-yard spools to $79.99 for 500-yard spools
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Lazer TroKar Lancet Circle Hooks
Lazer TroKar, an Eagle Claw brand, says its Lancet Circle hooks pierce and penetrate the toughest mouths that cruise the oceans. The TK3 (offset) and TK4 (nonoffset) hooks are a light-to-medium wire circle with a wide gap and welded eye in sizes 1/0 to 9/0. All feature a black-chrome finish over high-carbon steel and a symmetrically engineered three-sided point. Lancet Circles
cost $21.99 per package
; piece count varies per sizes.
AFTCO T-Shirts
AFTCO completely restyled its clothing line for 2014. First to market are
three new T-shirt styles
— four 100 percent cotton long sleeves; three 50/50 heather tees, and three short-sleeve pocket styles. Long-sleeve tees ($24) come in royal, green, white, silver and dark gray, in sizes M to 2X. Heathers ($20) come in royal, turquoise, burgundy, neon green, neon yellow, gray and black, in sizes S to 2X. Short-sleeve tees ($20) come in black, white, denim, marine, red and navy, and in sizes M to 3X.
Livetarget BaitBall Glass Minnow
Livetarget made quite a splash this past summer with its unique BaitBall lure concept. Instead of mimicking one baitfish, these lures mimic several. For salt water, the company introduced its glass minnow in popper and jerkbaits styles. The clear-acrylic body encapsulates two artificial minnows — one positioned slightly ahead of the other. Both styles come in two sizes and four colors. Each lure in the BaitBall series
costs $16.99
ExOfficio Sol Cool Tee
Sol Cool line
uses Icefil technology, binding Xylitol — a compound found in birch trees — to the fabric fibers. The fabric can then cool the body up to 5 degrees upon contact with moisture. Sol Cool shirts carry a UPF rating of 50-plus, and come in long- or short-sleeve versions and in women's sizes. The long-sleeve Sol Cool for men ($60) comes in S to 2X sizes and in six colors.
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Rapala Clackin' Magnum
The Magnum's single BB transmits a pulse, complementing the lure's wounded-minnow action. The lure comes in two sizes: the 20 (designed to dive 20 feet) measures 6 1/4 inches and weighs 2 1/4 ounces; the 10 (designed to dive 10 feet) measures 4 3/4 inches and weighs 1 1/8 ounces. Troll them at speeds up to 15 mph. The lures come in 10 colors, feature No. 4 Perma Steel VMC hooks, and
cost $18.49 to $19.99
King Sailfish Mounts Mini Game Fish
King Sailfish Mounts hand-sculpts its mini game-fish collection, then casts each in polyester resin and hand-paints them with lacquer. The mounts measure 11 to 19 inches long and are meant to hang on the wall. They're available in a wide variety of offshore and inshore species from blue marlin to redfish. Prices range from
$44.99 to $49.99
Williamson Double-Leverage Pliers
Williamson's new pliers feature a dual-pivot point that increases leverage, adding 60 percent more power to remove hooks from the toughest fish mouths. The pliers measure 9 inches long and are made from carbon steel with a nickel-plated finish. The large, ergonomic grip provides a better, more comfortable hold. The pliers cost
Penn Performance Shirts
Made from 100 percent polyester fabric, these Penn long- and short-sleeve white tees are lightweight and quick drying. They also feature UPF 50 sun protection, the Penn sheild logo on the front left chest, and the Penn four-fish logo on the back. Sizes range from M to 2X. They cost $34.99 (short sleeve) and $39.99 (long sleeve). Visit
. Check back often for more gift ideas in this gallery and in its sister gallery —
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Ande Ghost Monofilament
Ghost mono comes in a matte-white finish that Ande says is nearly invisible to fish, easy to cast and ultra-sensitive. The line comes in pound-tests from 12 to 50, and in 1/4-, 1/2-, 1- and 2-pound spools. Prices begin at $6.99 for 1/4-pound spools and $45.99 for 2-pound spools. Visit
Ande's website
Bluefin USA BlueTex Marlin Stripe
Bluefin USA's new BlueTex marlin shirt is made from polyester microfiber and carries an SPF 40+ sun-protection rating. It features a vented, mesh armpit and moisture-wicking comfort. The shirt comes in sizes medium to extra-extra large and
costs $43
Bubba Blade 9-Inch Tapered Flex Fillet Knife
Bubba Blade's 9-inch tapered blade puts more finesse into fileting for the smaller species in your creel. It features a 6-inch textured handle with safety guards and a full-tang, stainless-steel blade (Rockwell hardness rating of 56-58). It costs $64.95 but is now on sale for $54.95 at
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The Tournament, by Kenneth Kirkeby
In his first novel — The Tournament — Kenneth Kirkeby focuses on the character of Jim Nielsen, a recent Vietnam War veteran who travels to the Bahamas with two companions to renew his forgotten passion for fishing. But the passion Jim had not forgotten, a wealthy girl he once had an affair with, arrives on the island shortly after he does. Still in love with the now-married Inez, Jim realizes that the marlin tournament could be his only chance to win her back. Kirkeby is a field editor for
Sporting Classics
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Mojo Playa Linen and Plaid Shirts
Mojo Sportswear Company says its new Playa shirts offer a little more style for dockside wear but deliver many of the same great features of popular technical fishing shirts. The line includes two new long-sleeve garments in
that carry a sun-protection factor of 30. Both are stain- and wrinkle-resistant. They come in charcoal, lime, nautical and coral in sizes from small to extra-extra large and cost $67.
OtterBox Preserver Series for iPhone 5
OtterBox has introduced its new Preserver Series for iPhone 5, a waterproof case that is also drop-proof to 6.6 feet. The polycarbonate shell comes in pistachio, carbon, glacier and will be available soon in primrose. Cost is
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ExOfficio Women's Dryflylite Fishing Shirt
ExOfficio's Women's Dryflylite long-sleeve fishing shirt carries UPF 30+ sun protection and comes with a Floramesh back vent and two side-zippered chest pockets. Available in bone, dark verbena, light lapis, Mediterranean, white, celadon, framboise, lychee and plum and in sizes XS to XL, the **
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Williamson Speed Pro Deep
This high-speed troller runs up to 17 mph, and features a free-moving line-tie system that eliminates drag and allows the use of lighter line. Available in two sizes — 6 1/4 and 7 inches — the lure comes with heavy-duty oval split rings and VMC Perma Steel trebles. Speed Pro Deeps
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Sperry SON-R Sounder Shandal
Sperry's new SON-R Sounder Shandal features hydro-grip rubber outsoles for traction and a breathable, hydrophobic mesh for quick drying. The shoes also come with internal drainage and anti-microbial linings. Available in dark gray/green, black/orange, and brown/beige and in full and half sizes from 7 to 13, SON-R
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Mortgage loans might become tougher to find and mortgage brokers could start charging more for their services under any of the three proposals offered by the Treasury Department and the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Investors and lawmakers want the federal government to walk away from the business of guaranteeing private mortgage loans, especially after over $150 billion in taxpayer bailouts. The shift could change the way Americans approach homeownership in coming decades, even as the country enjoys some of the lowest mortgage rates in its history.
A changing mortgage system
Under the current system, private investors back mortgage lenders or buy securitized loan bundles. Government-sponsored organizations Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae take on most of the risk for the majority of new American mortgage loans, mitigating investors' losses when properties fall into foreclosure. The Treasury's new proposals would remove government guarantees, except in the most severe cases.
Proponents of full mortgage industry privatization, including the editorial board of the Wall Street Journal, suggest that private investors might move their capital to more attractive investments. While that shift would lead to an influx of cash in a variety of other industries, mortgage lenders might find themselves forcing prospective borrowers to bring more cash to the closing table. Some industry watchers even suggest that mortgage brokers might start charging service fees to match borrowers with lenders, similar to the way investment brokers charge administrative fees.
Finding Great Mortgage Quotes
This kind of change won't happen quickly. In a series of televised interviews ,Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner suggested that the privatization of the mortgage loan guarantee system could take five to seven years. The process could take longer still, if lawmakers attempt to time their approval or veto of the Treasury's proposals to coincide with the 2012 election season.
Until the industry gets clear direction from Washington, finding mortgage lenders and mortgage brokers will remain as easy as ever. Use online quote forms to shop rates, while banking as much as you possibly can toward closing costs and down payments. You'll qualify for the lowest mortgage rates possible if you're bringing extra cash to closing, whether you can buy down interest by paying points or by simply reducing the bank's risk with a large amount of initial equity. Mortgage lenders already reward stability, making coming changes less relevant to borrowers willing to use money wisely.


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Tag Archives: 2010 elections
GIN: Don't Count On a Republican Congress To Save The Day (via R3publican)
Sharing the first of an important series from my good friend Shelli Dawdy from Grassroots in Nebraska http://grassrootsne.com (visit this wonderful site for great information all the time!) /sc
Still living under the illusion that if we just get a Republican majority in Congress America will be "made safe for Democracy"? If you are still buying into the myth that a Republican majority in Congress is "the answer to our problems", then in fact, you are not only not in Kansas, … Continue reading
Don't Count On a Republican Congress To Save The Day
Most people are currently focused on the November elections; particularly those who are hoping to reverse the direction of government. Focusing on winning a Republican majority in Congress is not likely to provide the answers people are looking for. Continue reading
OK Primary is 7/27 and Why We Should ALL Care – Wherever We Are
I'm in Nebraska.
Why do I care what happens in the Oklahoma primary election on July 27?
While I do have a number of friends and contacts there, that is not what drives my concern. I have come to believe that Oklahoma is at the tip of a spear that for so many reasons, is pointing […] Continue reading
UPDATED! MI Elections MORE RESULTS FROM 2010 M.A.P.S Candidate Questionnaire Results
Michigan Patriots,
MORE M.A.P.S. Candidate Questionnaires have been received and scored and an UPDATED LISTING OF RESULTS to date is below.
The M.A.P.S.Candidate Questionnaire is NOT AN ENDORSEMENT OF ANY CANDIDATE
As a reminder, the purpose of the M.A.P.S. Candidate Questionnaire is to:
1. Provide […] Continue reading
Hopefully Nebraska Primary Is Not Indicative
Am I surprised? No. Disappointed? Of course.
Despite national polling numbers that indicate an anti-incumbent sentiment, history tells us that sentiment doesn't often extend to one's own incumbents. And that appears true this round in Nebraska.
An examination of the election results from the Nebraska Secretary of State's website shows that almost without fail, incumbents won in […] Continue reading
Help Give Senator Bill Avery Early Retirement
Nebraska's primary election is May 11.
If we wish government policy and debate to be based on Constitutional principles, we need to focus some of our time and resources on affecting who is getting elected.
Noting that time and resources are at a premium for all of us (as an all-volunteer group) we recognize we must focus […] Continue reading


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If you're looking for an online education option that covers all the skills and knowledge needed to work as a medical assistant in a variety of settings, than you may be interested in Purdue University Global's Medical Assistant Certificate program. Read further for additional details about this online certificate program.
The online Medical Assistant Certificate program at Purdue University Global includes a series of courses that cover the professional, medical and skill requirements expected of medical assistants. Some of the specific course topics include pharmacology, medical coding, medical office management, and basic clinical procedures (such as recording EKGs and giving injections). In addition to traditional coursework, you would also need to complete a 160-hour externship at an approved location, such as a local doctor's office or clinic. Upon graduation, you may be prepared to take certification exams that to become certified as a medical assistant.
If you're interested in this Medical Assistant Certificate program , you should have a desire within the healthcare industry and be interested in a career working directly with patients. In order to be admitted, you'd need to show proof of completion of an approved CPR health training course and provide a health clearance form signed by a doctor with evidence of the vaccinations required to work in the field. Applicants to Purdue University Global must have completed a high school diploma or equivalent; some programs may have additional requirements.
Students in Purdue Global's Medical Assistant Certificate program must complete a minimum of 57 credit hours in order to receive their certificate.
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|Medical Law and Bioethics
|Medical Terminology
|Diseases of the Human Body
|Medical Office Management
|Medical Coding and Insurance
|Professionalism in Health Care
|Clinical Competencies I
|Clinical Competencies II
|Clinical Competencies III
|Human Anatomy and Physiology I
|Human Anatomy and Physiology II
|Medical Assisting Externship and Evaluation
The Medical Assistant Certificate program at Purdue University Global would help to prepare you for the duties of a medical assistant, including taking vital signs, basic accounting, charting and documentation and assisting physicians. Graduates may also be able to qualify for the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), and Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) exams.
Upon graduating, you may be able to qualify for entry-level positions such as:
If additional knowledge and more advanced study beyond a Medical Assistant Certificate is of interest to you, you may want to consider an associate's degree in healthcare fields like nursing, healthcare administration, or other specialized medical fields. The experienced and knowledge gained in one of these associate's degree programs may open up additional employment opportunities for you or provide you with greater options for job mobility.
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One of the great powers of horror movies is atmosphere; setting the right mood can be a crucial part of selling the scare. Because of that, much of these movies take place at night or in darkness. I am a firm believer that something is one million times scarier if you can see it in full, hard light. So: the …Read More »
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Podcast: Horror News Radio – Eps 48
Patrick: Evil Awakens (2014) is a modern retelling of the 1979 Aussie hit, Patrick. In the remake, Sharni Vinson steps into the lead role as the nurse taking care of the titular character who lies in a coma at a private psychiatric hospital. If you have seen the original, you know that Patrick holds a deadly, terrifying secret. The grue-crew get …Read More »
Podcast: Monster Movie Podcast – Eps 59
Happy Halloween! What films do you watch each October? That is a question that fascinated Doc and this week's co-host, Dave Dreher. So, the two joined forces and compiled a list of eight (8) horror films they watch each October to celebrate Halloween. Classic with Vincent Price, Boris Karloff and Lon Chaney, Jr. along with newer films like the terrific …Read More »
Tippi Hedren THE BIRDS at Saturday Nightmares Expo
JCTC presents : Saturday Nighmares Horror and Sci-Fi Expo , June 3-5, 2011 at the Sheraton Meadowlands Hotel, East Rutherford, NJ . The weekend includes, Dawn of the Dead Screening and live reenactment with orignal newcasters, David Crawford and David Early! The Twilight Zone screenings all weekend! The Return of the Living Dead VIP PARTY! The Birds screening with Intro …Read More »


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As you know, I love Indian food. Now that I am lactose intolerant and on a Low Fodmap diet, I am trying to adapt a few recipes to make them Low Fodmap. This Low Fodmap Indian Yogurt Dip is one such recipe. Pin ItPin It
Cilantro Jalapeno Mojito #SundaySupper
This week, the #SundaySupper team is celebrating spices and/or spicy food. I am a big fan of spices in general, so I just had to contribute! I think I have a rather interesting Mojito collection on the site already and this Cilantro Jalapeño Mojito is yet another fun addition to it! I think Mojito is…Pin It
Cilantro Jalapeno Limeade
It is time again for the "Secret recipe club" reveal! I am sure you all know what the club is about, but for the few of you who still don't know about it, here goes a brief explanation. It is a great concept… each month you are assigned a participating food blogger to make a…Pin It
Today's recipe is definitely a special one. It is one of my favourite Indian dishes. Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani, like all the food of the area, is greatly influenced by the Mughals, Arabic, Turkish and Iranian food that use plenty of rice, wheat and spices. Pin ItPin It
So, here you have it! Today I am sharing with you the recipe of our favourite Indian chaat: papri chaat. As I wrote in my post on Sev, chaats are snacks served with chutneys (typically Hari chutney and Tamarind chutney) and spices. It is a very common street food that is sold from carts all…Pin It
Naan is my favourite Indian bread… and I always order garlic Naan when we eat out. My girls love it too (they are both bread lovers) and as I have been baking much more bread since I started blogging, I had to try and make these at home. I have to say that they came…Pin It
I have a couple of Indian recipes coming up for you in the next few days. Today I want to start with a basic chutney, one that can be used in many dishes and chances are, if you have ever eaten at an Indian restaurant, you have eaten this with some tandoori dish. It is…Pin It
The first time I ate falafel I was in Paris… as it often happened with Middle Eastern food that was almost unknown in Italy. I am talking about 20+ years ago! I still remember the shop I bought them from. It was near Place des Vosges, in my favourite area of town: the Marais, which…Pin It


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More than 500 students from Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) and the city's Grow Detroit's Young Talent (GDYT) initiative traded their classrooms for a glimpse of the future last week during United Way's third annual Summer Career Connections Fair.
The fair — made possible by our generous donors and volunteers — was presented in partnership with Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation (DESC) and GDYT. It's a key part of our College and Career Pathways work. We bring schools, community members and business leaders together to prepare Detroit youth for life after high school.
"For students, this is game day," said Tammie Jones, vice president of education at United Way for Southeastern Michigan. "It's a great opportunity for Detroit youth to land productive summer jobs that will improve their trajectories over a lifetime."
Today, nearly a third of students nationwide leave high school without the skills necessary to succeed in college, participate in a modern workforce or earn an income that can support a family.
Summer is a critically important time for students of all ages to build lifelong skills and prevent summer slide. The impact of summer learning loss can be severe at the high school level.
For the first time, the summer fair offered four distinct tracks designed to fit the unique needs and goals of each student.
"We understand that some students are ready to go directly into the workforce while others are still exploring their passions or thinking about college," Tammie said. "It was important to us that all youth would walk away from the fair with a valuable experience and a clear plan for what's next."
Students on the Ready to Work track interviewed with local employers for one of hundreds of jobs available onsite.
Through our career fairs, we have successfully connected 1,050 students to summer employment opportunities with more than 100 employer partners.
Laurie Washington, a program manager at DTE, was looking to hire around 10 additional students for the organization's summer program. She described the students on hand as "impressive and enthusiastic."
"We're here to give students not only jobs but also hope and encouragement and to build their awareness," Laurie said.
Students on the Ready to Develop track participated in practice interviews with volunteers, where they reinforced key communication skills.
Lashonda Echols, a junior at Central Academy and High School, received encouraging feedback during the session. As a result, she feels ready to tackle the real thing.
"I liked the mock interviews," Lashonda said. "They get you prepared for real interviews without the pressure."
The Ready to Explore and Ready to Graduate tracks offered students a chance to learn more about their personalities and get a feel for the type of career that would be a good fit.
Pershing High School freshman Michael Pillvant discovered that he was a green personality on the True Colors Personalities at Work exercise. The result aligned with his interest in architecture and engineering.
"Now I kind of know what opportunities to look for next summer," he said.
Dozens of cheering volunteers greeted students from 17 DPSCD schools and also helped them navigate the sessions.
Cheryl Carr, a career services advisor and outreach coordinator at Walsh College, volunteered to offer her expertise to Detroit youth.
"The event is a lot of fun," Cheryl said. "I work with college students. This is a good opportunity for me to connect with high school students and help them along their path."
Tammie stressed the importance of surrounding youth with caring adults.
"We build networking and mentorship into these fairs and our College and Career Pathways work because we understand these relationships will help students prosper in the future," Tammie said.
"The support doesn't stop when they receive a job or leave the fair. That's just the beginning."