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Learn basic conversational Spanish skills—how to greet, meet, introduce yourself, and express everyday useful ideas such as asking directions; discussing favorite clothes, music or art; time of day, day of week, months of year; numbers; friendship and relations, and more. Workshops are offered M-W-F at 10AM. **Be prepared to take notes!** Room A15 (upstairs) at Metaverse University. Instructor: Prissy Amelia.
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Jack frost
The Christmas Card
I love Outdoor Christmas Lights!!
I plan to watch something Christmassy tonight - maybe "White Christmas"
I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas
The Polar Express yesterday
When it seems the magic slipped away...
We find it all again on Christmas Day.
*Seeing isn't believing.Believing is seeing.*
i like watching Polar express on christmas eve night in our PJs .
And this shall be a sign unto you: Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, Lying in a manger.
- St. Luke ii.
I've just watched, Elf, Christmas with the Kranks and The Santa Clause...
Merry Christmas to all...
I think I will watch Elf tonight!
I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas
A Muppet Christmas Carol

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Some women may be at risk for an unplanned pregnancy because of faulty birth control pill packaging.
Qualitest Pharmaceuticals is recalling several lots of oral contraceptives because of a packaging error.
The blister packs were rotated 180 degrees, changing the order in which women take their pills.
The company says taking them in the wrong order doesn't pose any health risks, but might leave women unprotected against pregnancy.
Women affected by the recall should use a non-hormonal form of birth control immediately and consult their health care provider or pharmacist.
Pharmacists are being asked to contact women who've received the affected products.
The company is currently investigating the source of the packaging error.
The affected products are: Cyclafem, Emoquette, Gildess, Orsythia, Previfem and Tri-Previfem.
More: QualitestRx Recall Info
Birth Control Pills Recalled: Faulty Packaging
Qualitest Pharmaceuticals recalls six forms of birth control in blister packs
Some women may be at risk for an unplanned pregnancy because of faulty birth control pill packaging.


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This course is practical based with discussion approach to practicing and improving skills necessary for analyzing problems related to the information systems in the hospitality and tourism industry. Students will examine present systems and future trends of computer application within the hospitality and tourism industry. An analysis is made of the effectiveness of computer systems in terms of management, cost, and guest relation improvements. Business intelligent solutions such as COGNOS will be introduced in the class. Cases and research assignments will examine the adoption of fundamental computer principles.
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- Two tone stainless steel bracelet with folding clasp
- Raymond Weil Style#: 5960-STP-00308
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- Diameter: 30 mm
- Metal: Stainless SteelStainless Steel: Considered durable and long lasting, stainless steel jewelry is lightweight and highly corrosion resistant. Stainless steel items are made from iron-carbon alloy mixed with chromium and nickel. More affordable than other metals, stainless steel is a great option for jewelry.
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This limited warranty covers the defects in material or resulting from manufacturing of the watch.
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The warranty becomes void in the event that any person not duly authorized by RAYMOND WEIL S.A. or its representatives attempts to repair the claimed defect. Should you require work under this warranty, please send your watch by insured mail and in a carefully wrapped package to one of the approved after-sales service centres, or that you take it directly to an approved RAYMOND WEIL dealer. The watch must be accompanied by the duly completed warranty card.
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Mobile rectangular folding tables have a large surface which is great for projects or gatherings. A heavy-duty center leg makes these tables even stronger.
Stow-Away Mobile Folding Tables are a smart solution for both general and cafeteria table needs. Say goodbye to table dollies and heavy lifting. These mobile tables fold and roll on built-in casters for super easy transport and storage, making them extremely convenient, especially when you need to get things rolling quickly. A versatile design lets you use mobile folding tables for just about anything, from meals and activities to displays and beyond. To coordinate with any space, maintenance-free, high-pressure laminate tabletops come in a great selection of hues. Looking for a way to spice up your space? Add your school or company logo to the tabletop to instill pride and brighten things up. Top it all off with the support of durable 14-gauge steel construction, and a torsion-bar mechanism for smooth transitions, and you can be sure that your mobile folding tables are tough enough for any school, office or house of worship.
- Manufacturer:
Over the past 50 years, AMTAB Manufacturing has developed the classic folding table to a whole new level. Creative innovations such as fold and roll, stow-away, convertible table-bench units and more make AMTAB's products the ideal solution for any multi-tasking institution.
- Width:
- 36 in.
- Length:
- 145 in.
- Height:
- 29 in.
- Weight:
- 310 lbs.
- Casters:
- Heavy Duty 4"
- Folded Dimensions:
- 36"W x 23"D x 81.25"H
- Folding:
- Yes
- Frame Finish:
Powder Coated
Powder coat is a paint finish that is electro-statically applied to steel components leaving a highly-durable, scratch-resistant, rust-free, eco-friendly finish.
- Frame Specs:
14-gauge Steel, 3" Square
Gauge is a measurement of steel thickness - the lower the gauge, the thicker the steel.
- Glides:
DYNAGRIP® Glides
Extra-wide, high impact glides with non-marking rubber pads.
- Green
- GreenGuard
- Leg Finish:
- Painted
- Leg Specs:
14-Gauge Steel, 1.0625" and 1.25"
Gauge is a measurement of steel thickness - the lower the gauge, the thicker the steel.
- Locking Mechanism:
- Automatic Lock-Open
- Seating Capacity:
- 12-16
- Style:
- Cafeteria Tables
- Tabletop Core Material:
Particleboard is made from wood particles and resin. It is cost-effective and versatile.
- Tabletop Edge:
- Vinyl T-mold
- Tabletop Support:
Two 14-Gauge Steel Support Bars
Gauge is a measurement of steel thickness - the lower the gauge, the thicker the steel.
- Tabletop Surface Material:
High-Pressure Laminate
High-pressure laminate is the finish commonly found on kitchen counters (commonly known as Formica). It is extremely durable and easy to clean.
- Tabletop
- .625"
- Tabletop Weight Capacity:
- 250 Lbs. Per Square Ft.
- Warranty:
- Limited Lifetime
- Made in USA
- Certified Green
- Secure Positioning: An automatic lock that can be released from both sides automatically locks tables in the folded position.
- Extra Strength: A heavy-duty center leg adds extra support to large tables.
- Maintenance-Free: Twin high-pressure laminate tops resist scratching, cracking and warping better than most traditional wooden tables.
- Easy Set-Up: Tops are joined together via hinge for incredibly easy, one-person set up.
- Built-in Protection: A torsion bar mechanism prevents damage and bumps while opening and closing tables.
- Sturdy Construction: Supported by 14-gauge steel table frames and legs.
- Moisture Resistant: Vinyl T-molding in a choice of colors protects edges from moisture.
- Smooth Rolling: Tables glide into place on 4" hard-rubber swivel casters.
- Stable Table: Casters automatically lift off the floor when table is opened. Heavy-duty 14-gauge square steel caster beams add support and strength.
- Dyna-Grip Glides: Patent-pending glides won't mark your floors and can't be removed from the legs. A unique design prevents the metal leg from cutting through the glide and scraping your floor.
- Space Efficient: Tables nest to conserve space in your closet or storage room.
- Lifetime Coverage: Our Limited Lifetime Warranty guarantees many years of use and enjoyment.
Seats per Rectangular/Oval Tables:
Seats per Round Table:
Powder coat paint is a quality paint finish made by electro-statically applying powder paint to steel and then baking it in an oven. This results in a super-smooth and durable finish.
This product is made with pride in the United States of America!
Indoor air quality certified
MAS Certified Green (compliant with LEED and CHPS for Schools)
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Shipping & Assembly
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- Approximately 8-9 weeks
- Assembly:
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Time is flying by!!I figure a blog update is overdue, so here you go.
I'm currently inking up a 6 page story 'Extinction Hunter' written by my pal Greg Dunford ( of Hardrive fame http://cyberpunkcomics.com/ ) Extinction Hunter is a great little story that will be in the next issue o Futurequake. I will also be drawing her for the cover of that issue, but I've not come up with a cover design I'm happy with yet. Once I do have it done and colored, I'll be sure to post it up. I'm really happy with how this story turned out -even with the new rather shocking and graphic ending. Here is th first page to give you a feel for the look I'm going for.
Those that know me, know I'm happy to work with good inkers, and I've been blessed with a few good ones. *cough, Gary Erskine, Cough!* However, this time it's 100% me on the pens and brushes. It's not that I dislike inking, I just find that it takes me a LONG time to do it. Couple that with the fact that it can seem like I'm just drawing the same image for a 2nd time, and I'd normally rather just stick to pencilling. This time though, I'm inking more freely and so far, I'm quite happy with it.
BTW, before I forget, For those in the Toronto Area, I'll be at the SpeakEasy comic show Thursday November 5th, 8pm-Midnight at The Gladstone Hotel, 1214 Queen St.West. Come on out and say hi!


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This Sewn-Up range is inspired by my seaside holiday hobby, I have a large collection of pebbles, I love finding the ones with a line of white quartz running through them. I wanted to recreate these in a more wearable form. I have embossed pebble shaped discs of silver with a subtle texture and for contrast, added a shot of colour using bright bold embroidery threads.
The earrings measure approx 19mm x 13mm.
The earrings are handmade from 925 sterling silver sheet, which has been oxidised to make it go black.
Your jewellery will arrive in a lovely simple gift box.
Some care should be taken when wearing these to protect the thread from damage. Sara will replace worn out thread by request and for the cost of postage. Full product care information will be included with your purchase.
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Laptop storage and charging carts let you store, transport and charge your laptop computers, all in the same convenient place. This Laptop Storage Cart from Sandusky keeps your laptops safe, secure and ready to use.
Made of welded steel construction, this laptop cart is highly durable and built for everyday use. The doors open to a full 180° for easy access, with ventilation cutouts on the sides and wire-management cutouts in the interior. The 46"-wide, adjustable shelves have a storage capacity for up to 24 laptops.
What's unique about this laptop storage cart is its innovative timer device. This electronic timer clock lets you charge your laptops in stages without the time-consuming process of plugging and unplugging individual machines. For buildings with limited-capability circuitry, this is a major help.
Available in a great choice of colors to suit any taste or décor, this laptop storage and charging cart is super-convenient asset to any school or office computer room.
- Manufacturer:
Sandusky Lee
Sandusky Lee has been a major supplier of steel storage products for nearly 70 years. Steel bookcases, file cabinets, monitor carts, book trucks and teachers' desks are just some of their top-quality school and office storage solutions.
- Width:
- 46 in.
- Depth:
- 24 in.
- Height:
- 52 in.
- Weight:
- 271 lbs.
- AC Outlet:
- Yes
- Casters:
- Yes
- Finish:
Powdercoated paint finish is applied through a dry finishing process which creates a scratch-resistant, rust-free, eco-friendly finish.
- Green
- GreenGuard
- Locking Doors:
- Key Lock
- Meets ANSI-BIFMA:
- Yes
- Rear IT Panel:
- Yes
- Shelf Weight Capacity:
- 180 Lbs. Evenly Distributed
- Storage Capacity:
- 24 Laptops
- Timer:
- Included
- Warranty:
- Limited Lifetime, Except Timer
- Made in USA
- Certified Green
- Multi-Charging: Two power strips allow you to charge up to 24 laptops at a time, thanks to the innovative electronic switch technology that turns the strips on and off in 15 minute cycles. Features two convenient, "always-on" outlets on the back of the unit.
- Convenient Reset: Reset switch is located on the back of the unit
- Highly Durable: Welded, 18- and 22-gauge steel construction makes this laptop storage cart extra durable.
- Practical Design: Doors that open to 180°, adjustable shelves, ventilation cutouts for air circulation and wire management cutouts for easy handling of cables and wires make this laptop cart highly practical.
- Secure: 3-point locking system for enhanced security.
- No Slide Pad: 2" backstop and GripTex rubber pad prevent equipment on top from sliding.
- Easy Mobility: Four 5" casters, two locking, won't mar floor.
- Attractive Finish: The scratch and peel-resistant powder-coat finish is available in a wide selection of colors to suit any taste or décor.
- Surge Protection: AC outlets with surge protection to recharge all 16 or 24 laptops.
This product is made with pride in the United States of America!
Indoor air quality certified
Flexible classroom furniture can positively impact school performance. Hertz Furniture brings you a wide selection of flexible school furniture, with our limited lifetime warranty.
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Oakland's Cespedes wins Home Run Derby
Davis makes second round of event
Yoenis Cespedes has won baseball's Home Run Derby, becoming the first player left out of the All-Star game to take home the crown.
The Oakland Athletics slugger beat Bryce Harper 9-8 in the final round Monday night at reconfigured Citi Field, hitting the decisive drive with five swings to spare.
In only his second major league season, the outfielder from Cuba dropped his bat and raised his arm when he sent his 32nd homer of the night some 455 feet to deep center field, where it caromed off the back wall of the black batter's eye. He was swarmed by the American League All-Stars near the third base line.
Baltimore's Chris Davis made the second round of the event and will play in Tuesday's All-Star Game.
The final addition to the field, Cespedes was the fourth player not selected for the All-Star game to compete in the event.


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Ha! Finally caught up. I must profess my love for WorldCat — I use it all the time when helping patrons at the Internet Public Library because it's the easiest way for me to tell what libraries are closest to them (if they've given me their location). It's easy enough to show folks how to look up a book on this service and locate the closest copy, even if they haven't given me their location.
If you find a book on Google Books, you can click through from there (use the "Find in a library" link) to see the book's WorldCat results including which libraries near you may have it. Often when I stumble upon a book this way, I check out the subject headings for the book (see the red box below; click on the image for a larger version):
If you're really lucky, the subject headings for your book will include surnames — click on the related headings for more titles focused on these subjects. It's a serendipitous way to discover new resources.


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In the Scotsman
Published on Tuesday 9 October 2012 00:56
THIS is the full letter sent to Creative Scotland, and signed by 100 Scottish artists
We write to express our dismay at the ongoing crisis in Creative Scotland. A series of high-profile stories in various media are only one sign of a deepening malaise within the organisation, the fall-out from which confronts those of us who work in the arts in Scotland every day.
Routinely, we see ill-conceived decision-making; unclear language, lack of empathy and regard for Scottish culture. We observe an organisation with a confused and intrusive management style married to a corporate ethos that seems designed to set artist against artist and company against company in the search for resources.
This letter is not about money. This letter is about management. The arts are one of Scotland's proudest assets and most successful exports. We believe existing resources are best managed in an atmosphere of trust between those who make art and those who fund it. At present, this trust is low and receding daily.
In his address to Holyrood, Mr Dixon asked why more artists do not address their concerns to him directly: the answer is straightforward; they have. Letters of concern have been sent by representative groups from theatre, dance, the games industry, visual arts and literature. Individual voices have also been raised from many quarters both privately and in public. These concerns have gone unanswered or been met with defensiveness, outright denial, or been ascribed to problems with "communication".
It is time for a fresh start. We ask that the board of Creative Scotland considers the following requests with the utmost urgency. We ask that you:
1. genuinely acknowledge the scale of the problem;
2. affirm the value of stable two to three year funding for small arts organisations;
3. end the use of business-speak and obfuscating jargon in official communication;
4. revisit CS policies with an eye to social and cultural as well as commercial values;
5. collaborate with artists to re-design over-complicated funding forms and processes;
6. ensure that funding decisions are taken by people with artform expertise;
7. establish an effective system of dealing with complaints as swiftly as possible.
We do not sign this letter lightly but we feel we are in an unprecedented situation. We call on you to act swiftly to make what changes are necessary to the organisation to repair trust and restore communication before any further damage is done to Scotland's cultural landscape and international reputation.
Yours sincerely,
Sam Ainsley, Davey Anderson, Peter Arnott, Clare Barclay, Anne Bevan, Karla Black, Martin Boyce, Katrina Brown (Dr), Tam Dean Burn, Roddy Buchanan, John Byrne, Lorne Campbell, Richard Campbell, Jo Clifford, Nathan Coley, Deborah Crewe, Jeannie Davies, Peter Maxwell Davies (Sir), Chloe Dear, Finn den Hertog, Ella Hickson, Roanne Dods, Jude Doherty, Jaqueline Donachie, Joe Douglas, Rob Drummond, Oliver Emmanuel, Catrin Evans, Rob Evans, Graham Fagen, Andy Field, Pat Fisher, Luke Fowler, Fiona Fraser, Vivian French, Janice Galloway, Andrea Gibb, Suzy Glass, Douglas Gordon (Prof), Mickey Graham, Alasdair Gray, Stephen Greenhorn, David Greig, Kris Haddow, David Harding OBE, John Harris, Zinnie Harris, Ben Harrison, David Harrower, Lewis Hetherington, Corrina Hewat, Mark Hope, Philip Howard, Kieran Hurley, Chris Hunn, Callum Innes, Kathleen Jamie, David Paul Jones, James Kelman, AL Kennedy, Laura Cameron Lewis, Liz Lochhead, Ali Maclaurin, Linda Maclean, James Macmillan, Caoihin MacNeill, Aonghas MacNicol, Willy Maley (Prof), Andy Manley, Michael John McCarthy, Nicola McCartney, Francis McKee, Bernard McLaverty, Alan McKendrick, Linda Mclaughlin, Becky Minto, Alexander Moffat OBE, Gerry Mulgrew, Rona Munro, Andrew O'Hagan, Janice Parker, Don Paterson, Toby Paterson, Mary Paulson Ellis, Aonghas Phadraig Caimpbeul, Philip Pinsky, Karine Polwart, Lynda Radley, Ian Rankin, Robin Robertson, Fiona Robson, Muriel Romanes, Lesley Anne Rose, Lisa Sangster, David Shrigley, Ross Sinclair, Gerda Stevenson, Pete Stollery (Prof), Richard Wright


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Justin Timberlake is now in Cannes. So f-ck everyone because it's ALL ABOUT PIPSQUEAK. Here he is on the Croisette promoting his next film Spinning Gold, the Neil Bogart biopic that's just been acquired by Sony for foreign rights, which is why here's there, in part, to tap dance for foreign money. Spinning Gold won't shoot until next year but they've evidently already shot a poster -- with JT's curly-ness prominently featured in character. In real life, JT's best friend is hair relaxer these days. And you can see he's trying to work the Jimmy Darmody cut. Only in five minutes, Pips is going to take credit for inventing it.
And where's Mrs Timberlake? She was with him on Monday night at an Obama fundraiser in New York. Click here to see photos. JT's work in Cannes also includes the Inside Llewyn Davis premiere so... maybe we'll see them together there, trying to front like Brange. Maybe.
Anyway, remember when I said earlier that Cannes isn't particularly discerning about who they let on their carpet? Well, here are David Hasselhoff and, ha ha!, Phoebe Price tonight at the opening ceremony. I didn't have anywhere else to put them so why not in the Justin Timberlake post?


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Not All Plumbers Created Equal
Asheville North Carolina certainly has it's share of plumbers, plumbing contractors and green plumbing specialists; so choosing one to suite your particular needs should be simple enough. Unfortunately that isn't necessarily the reality for many people in the Asheville, Buncombe County and surrounding communities.
A Good Plumber llc of Asheville NC is the right choice for many reasons. As a locally owned, locally operated, full service plumbing company we are dedicated to providing our community with quality service that goes well beyond customer expectations. Our customers are our neighbors, friends and family and we treat everyone the way we would want to be treated. Our goal is to serve my community with integrity, compassion and appreciation.
Asheville has been home to me and my family for over twenty years. I consider being a plumber in Asheville a privilege and I am grateful to my community for the loyalty and support that has provided us with the opportunity to create a secure and happy environment for our children and to experience success in my chosen profession.
As a plumber serving the Asheville community for over twenty years, I have encountered many situations of customer dissatisfaction with the services provided by plumbing companies. I have often found this to be the result of poor workmanship, and poor communication. To avoid these situations I always recommend the following inquires when choosing which plumber or plumbing company to hire.
1) Does the company hold an active and current NC Plumbing license for the work to be performed
2) Does the company hold the appropriate privilege license to operate the business
3) Is the company properly insured for liability and if applicable for workers compensation
4) Will the work be performed and or inspected by a licensee
5) What is the company's warranty policy for workmanship and for materials provided
6) How does the company charge for the services (flat rate or hourly), what are the billing rates and payment options.
In asking for this information up front you are much more likely to have a good experience and filter out undesirable contractors and unlicensed companies or individuals. Any legitimate contractor will be happy you asked and willing to provide this information.
How does A Good Plumber llc answer these questions?
1) Yes. I hold an active, current NC Class 1 Plumbing license # 16734.
2) Yes. Our privilege licenses are current.
3) We are fully insured as required by NC.
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The trailer for a new movie, about two salesman competing for an internship at Google has been released and features the Googleplex.
The trailer shows scenes from Google including a self-driving car, a Rubik's cube competition and both Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson playing two 40-something unemployed salesman trying to fit in with twenty-something colleagues, according to VentureBeat.
We wrote about the film last September, when both stars showed up at the Googleplex to film scenes. However, the majority of the flick was filmed at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta. However, Google's co-founder Sergey Brin is supposedly helping market the film.
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"Such a different place to work at than what is considered a traditional work environment, with the nap pods and the access to food, and of course the intramural sports on campus and massages and all that kind of stuff," he told Bloomberg.
The trailer shows that the film could be promising, but past Vaughn films have not been successes. So let's hope for a "Swingers" type of humor rather than his unfunny "The Dilemma." We think how funny the film is may be equal to how much Google decides to help with marketing it.


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Certified 2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i Courtesy Vehicle in Crystal Lake, IL
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- - $20,065
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- $43,750
Vehicle Details
|xDrive35i Courtesy Vehicle
|Stock #
|Exterior Color
|Space Gray Metallic
|Interior Color
|Black Dakota Leather
|Gas Mileage
|City:18 Hwy:24
|Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-6 3.0 L/182
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Additional Vehicle Information
- Features
- Specs
- Exterior
- Comfort
- Safety
- Technology
- Mechanical
- Interior
Exterior Features
|Window trim
|Exhaust tip color
|Front bumper color
|Mirror color
|Door handle color
|Rear spoiler
|Rear spoiler color
|Rear bumper color
|dual tip
|Rocker panel color
|chrome accents, black
|Grille color
|Moonroof / Sunroof
|tilt/slide, power panoramic, power sunshade, one-touch open/close, anti-trapping
|Roof rails color
|Roof rails
|Moonroof / Sunroof wind deflector
|Daytime running lights
|Front fog lights
|cornering, HID/Xenon, wiper activated, auto delay off, auto on/off, self-leveling
|LED, adaptive
Tires and Rims
|Tire type
|all season
|Tire Pressure Monitoring System
|Run flat tires
|Rear wiper
|intermittent, with washer
|Window defogger
|Front wipers
|speed sensitive, variable intermittent, rain sensing
|Power windows
|safety reverse, remotely operated
|Rear privacy glass
|Heated windshield washer jets
|Liftgate window
|Rear door type
|power liftgate
Comfort Features
|Center console trim
|Floor mat material
|Dash trim
|Shift knob trim
|rear center folding with storage, rear center with cupholders
|Steering wheel trim
|Door trim
|wood, leatherette
|Interior accents
|aluminum, woodgrain
|Floor mats
|rear, front
|Floor material
|carpet, cargo area carpet
Convenience Features
|front, rear
|Memorized settings
|2 driver, steering wheel, climate control, driver seat, side mirrors, audio system
|Power outlet(s)
|12V cargo area, 12V front and rear
|One-touch windows
|Cargo cover
|Reading lights
|front, rear
|Power steering
|Cargo area light
|Cruise control
|Retained accessory power
|Multi-function remote
|keyless entry, panic alarm, vehicle and key memory, trunk release
|Power windows
|lockout button
|Courtesy lights
|Footwell lights
|Overhead console
|Steering wheel mounted controls
|audio, cruise control, phone, multi-function, paddle shifter, voice control
|Universal remote transmitter
|garage door opener
|Push-button start
|Vanity mirrors
|dual illuminating
|Assist handle
|rear, front
|Center console
|front console with armrest and storage
|Steering wheel
|power tilt and telescopic
|Rearview mirror
|in floor, front seatback, cargo tie-down anchors and hooks, sunglasses holder, door pockets, accessory hook
|Ambient lighting
|Touch-sensitive controls
Air Conditioning
|Front air conditioning
|automatic climate control
|Front air conditioning zones
|Air filtration
|active charcoal
|Rear vents
|second row
|Rearview monitor
|in dash
|Impact sensor
|post-collision safety system, battery disconnect, door unlock, fuel cut-off, alert system
|Active head restraints
|dual front
|Child safety door locks
|Child seat anchors
|LATCH system
|Energy absorbing steering column
|Body side reinforcements
|side impact door beams
|Camera system
|Parking sensors
|rear, front
|Crumple zones
|Airbag deactivation
|occupant sensing passenger
|Side airbags
|Knee airbags
|dual front
|Front airbags
|Side curtain airbags
|front, rear
|Side-curtain airbag rollover sensor
|Anti-theft system
|audio security system, engine immobilizer, alarm with remote
|2-stage unlocking doors
|Power door locks
|Side mirrors
|integrated turn signals, heated, driver side auto-dimming
|Side mirror adjustments
|power, reverse gear tilt, power folding
Audio System
|voice operated, touch screen display, AM/FM, HD radio
|Auxiliary audio input
|Bluetooth, jack, USB, iPod/iPhone
|Hard drive
|Antenna type
|diversity, mast
|In-Dash CD
|single disc, MP3 Playback
|Total speakers
|Radio data system
|Speed sensitive volume control
|Satellite radio
|SiriusXM ready
|Smart device app function
|vehicle location, maintenance status, lock operation
|Driver assistance app
|roadside assistance
|Satellite communications
|BMW Assist
|Wireless data link
|Navigation system
|hard drive, touch screen display, voice operated
|hands free
|Real time traffic
In Car Entertainment
|Infotainment screen size
|10.2 in.
|Trip computer
|Driver information system
|Digital odometer
|External temperature display
|Warnings and reminders
|lamp failure, low fuel, engine oil, coolant, maintenance due, tire fill alert
|Multi-function display
|Fuel economy display
|Trip odometer
|Drive mode selector
|4WD type
|full time
|Center differential
|Axle ratio
|210 amps
|Auto start/stop
|Battery saver
Stability and Traction
|Hill descent control
|Stability control
|Traction control
|Hill holder control
|Roll stability control
|Rear brake type
|ventilated disc
|Brake drying
|Rear brake diameter
|Front brake diameter
|Emergency braking preparation
|Front brake type
|ventilated disc
|Braking assist
|Electronic brakeforce distribution
|Power brakes
|Electronic parking brake
|auto off
|Front suspension classification
|Rear suspension classification
|Front suspension type
|double wishbone
|Rear suspension type
|Rear spring type
|Front stabilizer bar
|Rear stabilizer bar
|Front spring type
|Rear shock type
|Front shock type
|Front struts
|Rear struts
Towing and Hauling
|Trailer hitch
|Steering ratio
|Passenger seat power adjustments
|4-way power lumbar, height, 14, reclining
|Driver seat power adjustments
|height, 14, 4-way power lumbar, reclining
|Passenger seat
|Front headrests
|power adjustable, 2
|Driver seat
|Rear headrests
|3, adjustable
|Rear seat folding
|Front seat type
|Rear seat type
|40-20-40 split bench
|Seatbelt pretensioners
|Seatbelt force limiters
|Emergency locking retractors
|rear, front
|Seatbelt warning sensor
|Rear seatbelts
|Front seatbelts
Drive Type
|Drive Type
|Standard Seating
|Max Seating
|Head Room (front)
|39.8 in
|Head Room (rear)
|38.3 in
|Shoulder Room (front)
|60.5 in
|Shoulder Room (rear)
|58.3 in
|Leg Room (front)
|40.4 in
|Leg Room (rear)
|36.6 in
|Seating Rows
Measurements of Size & Shape
|193.2 in
|86 in
|Width (without mirrors)
|76.3 in
|69.4 in
|115.5 in
|Ground Clearance
|8.2 in
|Angle of Approach
|22.2 degrees
|Angle of Departure
|20.4 degrees
|Track Width (front)
|64.6 in
|Track Width (rear)
|64.8 in
|Break-over Angle
|17.3 degrees
Measurements of Weight
|Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
|6250 lbs
|Gross Vehicle Weight Range
|6001-7000 lbs
|Curb Weight
|4735 lbs
|Max Towing Capacity
|5952 lbs
Truck Specifications
|Max Payload
|1110 lbs
Interior Dimensions
|Cargo Volume
|35.8 cu ft
|Interior Volume
|141 cu ft
|Passenger Volume
|105.2 cu ft
|Cargo Volume (rear seats down)
|76.7 cu ft
Performance Specifications
|Aerodynamic Drag
|0.34 Cd
|Turning Circle
|41.7 ft
|Acceleration (0-60MPH)
|6.1 seconds
Fuel Tanks
|Fuel Capacity
|22.4 Gallons
Wheels and Tires
|Front Tire Type
|Front Wheel Diameter
|19.0 x 9.0 in
|Rear Tire Type
|Rear Wheel Diameter
|19.0 x 9.0 in
Crash-Test Ratings
|Front Crash Overall
|Front Crash Driver
|Front Crash Passenger
|Side Crash Overall
|Side Barrier Overall
|Side Barrier Driver
|Side Barrier Passenger
|Side Pole Driver
|Side Combined Front
|Side Combined Rear
Green Score
EPA Green Score
( California LEV-III ULEV125
EPA and California-required standards. The names refer to tables of numerical limits for the various air pollutants allowed by the standards.
|Fuel Type
Air Pollution Score ?
The Air Pollution Score is based on the government emission standards for which the vehicle was certified to comply with and reflects vehicle tailpipe emissions that contribute to local and regional air pollution, creating problems such as haze, and health issues.
Greenhouse Gas Score ?
This score reflects fuel emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gases.
Smartway ?
SmartWay is a designation earned by those vehicles that have combined Air Pollution and Greenhouse Gas Scores that place them in the top tier (approximately the top 20%) of environmental performers. SmartWay Elite is reserved for the best of the best.
EPA Green Score
( Federal Tier 3 Bin 125
EPA and California-required standards. The names refer to tables of numerical limits for the various air pollutants allowed by the standards.
|Fuel Type
Air Pollution Score ?
The Air Pollution Score is based on the government emission standards for which the vehicle was certified to comply with and reflects vehicle tailpipe emissions that contribute to local and regional air pollution, creating problems such as haze, and health issues.
Greenhouse Gas Score ?
This score reflects fuel emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gases.
Smartway ?
SmartWay is a designation earned by those vehicles that have combined Air Pollution and Greenhouse Gas Scores that place them in the top tier (approximately the top 20%) of environmental performers. SmartWay Elite is reserved for the best of the best.
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"Great service, no hassle whatsoever."
" Salesperson, managers were all great and easy to work with. No hype, no pressure, just focused on the customer's needs. i would definitely go back there for another vehicle. "
"Great customer service during this COVID-19 situation...."
" Great customer service during this COVID-19 situation. Fair pricing and trade in value. Ethan Vange was wonderful to deal with. Finance Department worked with us to make the car buying experience effortless. "
"Michelle was the best ! Worked with us through several..."
" Michelle was the best ! Worked with us through several last minute choices and changes to our original ideas to help get us a car that we would be very happy with. Realizing also that the normal business routines were more difficult with all the pandemic protocols ! Thank you "
" BMW of Crystal Lake is definitely 5 star dealership! I had a wonderful experience purchasing my new x7 at Anderson Motor Company. Heather Lublink was extremely helpful without being pushy at all. She is very professional, polite, and knows her products well! I have already recommended this dealership to a friend in the market for a new BMW, and I certainly will go back myself in the future. "
" Best BMW place in Illinois. Their labor rate is lower than most dealers and don't try to rip you off with things you don't need. "
"Ethan sets the bar for a positive dealership experience"
" Typically, I buy and sell my vehicles through private parties, but I was tempted to come and look at some of the used car selections at Anderson Crystal Lake. I normally cringe at what I think is the typical car dealership experience (which was reinforced at another dealership later in the day), but was pleasantly surprised at the helpfulness displayed by Ethan Vange. Ethan expertly guided us through the car-buying process. While test driving the vehicles, he explained most of the bells and whistles, yet wasn't shy to admit ignorance if he didn't know something. He quickly researched or made note to get me accurate information back at the dealership. I was also impressed at his ability to simplify and clarify the finance portion of the conversation. While we did not end up purchasing that day, Ethan offered to keep a watchful eye out for the particular make and model for which I've been searching. I've been encouraged to not give up on the idea of buying from a dealership thanks to the honesty, helpfulness, and professionalism exhibited by Ethan. "
"Overall I can say it was a great experience, different..."
" Overall I can say it was a great experience, different than a typical car buying experience. Sales was not pushy and we were able to get to a deal in timely manner within two times back and forth pricing. Ethan was awesome from Sales and his manager Nicholas who finalized deal was good too. Leah from online team was great in communicating all along. Rich from finance was good in getting papers done efficiently. However being small dealership with one finance guy, we had to wait a lot for our turn. One minor gripe - I requested to get tires exchanged from my trade-in to the Cx-9 I bought after our initial deal and before official paper signups but was told that can not be done. In my opinion that could have been easily accommodated for an overall fine experience. It dampened little bit. "
"Great service, nice people."
" Jim Orton did a great job finding the exact car we wanted and the sales experience was complete and efficient. It was my second purchase from this dealer. "
"Unbelievable team and extremely helpful especially Ethan..."
" Unbelievable team and extremely helpful especially Ethan Vange. They provided assistance for me the other day immediately although many people were present. Since I wasn't certain what I was looking for they went up and beyond by providing a variety of options. Providing this type of service worked in their favor since I ended up buying 2 vehicles. You can tell it starts from the top and that you can count on the entire Anderson Team to be extremely professional if it's trading in, purchasing, financing, and service. To date I have bought 6 vehicles and will definitely be back for my 7th in the near future. Thanks Again "
"Quick and Easy Purchase"
" This was my first experience with Mazda, and it was a great one. The sales staff were friendly and didn't make me wait around. Jordan answered all my questions and was extremely patient and never pushy. I went into the dealership thinking I would just take a look at a CX-5 even though I knew very little about it, and two days later, I had a new car. The experience was easy and painless thanks to the great staff at Anderson. "
" Great place for your car repairs! I like their honesty, integrity, excellent customer service, quality work, and putting the customer first! "
"This was my 1st time I ever considered purchasing a..."
" This was my 1st time I ever considered purchasing a Mazda. Everyone we dealt with was a pleasure to work with. The waiting areas and bathrooms were kept very clean "
" Called to get my car in service and withing minutes, The service department called me back and put me on the schedule . I strongly recommend ! Thanks Dan and all the service department ! "
"My daughter and I needed to replace our old cars. A big..."
" My daughter and I needed to replace our old cars. A big decision for both of us. After going to many different dealers and looking for over 6 months we chose Mazda of Crystal Lake! Jordan was knowledgeable and was able to help us finally make our decision for the CX5. Rich helped us move through the financial paperwork easily. We are both very happy with our new cars! Recommend highly. "
"First Service Visit for 2019 X3"
" John was helpful and informative. Easy to set up appointment and was in and out in no time. Waited while car was serviced. Chatted with my new friends at Crystal Lake BMW. I have worked with John on other occasions when I have had questions about my car or when I brought it in for a car wash. Thank you John. "
"Michelle Canova was amazing to work with. We have twin..."
" Michelle Canova was amazing to work with. We have twin fifteen year old boys who were excited to purchase their first car. We told Michelle what we were looking for. She found a car that checked all boxes!!! (Price/safety/color/stereo/leather/size). We truly thought we would have to give up on some of the features. She nailed it selling us a Mazda 2016 CX5. Her sales style is so genuine. She made the day really special for the kids, treating them like adult car buyers. Can't wait to work with her again when we're ready for our next car purchase. LOVED HER!!!!! "
"Incredible experience"
" We were referred to Michelle from a work colleague and are we thankful for that! Michelle totally made us feel part of the Anderson BMW family and laid the foundation for a long-term relationship. There was no high pressure sales push, she listened to what we wanted and showed us multiple options in the comfort of the heated building. We were able to come to our own decision to buy, and be comfortable with that decision. Heather made the deal fit within our budget and was very fun to deal with, yes, I said fun buying a car! Rich made the paperwork quick and painless. The best car buying experience ever! And we LOVE the X1!! "
"After searching for about 8 months to find the perfect..."
" After searching for about 8 months to find the perfect car for me, Mazda was the best choice. Jordan was very helpful and knowledgeable about the CX-5. Everyone was friendly and welcoming! "
"Heather, Taylor, Bob, and Rich were very helpful with the..."
" Heather, Taylor, Bob, and Rich were very helpful with the deal on a X3. I recommend going to Crystal Lake BMW. They are no pressure sales and will are very informative and helpful. "
" Took care of business ,.. all -good "
" Great Experience during Lease process!! Heather (Sales Manager) was very professional and helpful during process. No hassle buying pressure, Returns calls promptly, Straight forward numbers, no hidden fee. "
" Best customer service .Big thanks to Rob and Michelle for making sure I was taken care of . "
"So easy, no high pressure, very professional"
" All interactions were positive. I needed a quick replacement for my 1998 Volvo S70, and had a BMW X1 on my mind. They had a nice 2016 model available, certified (so I got benefit of keeping the warranty through the original end date). Rich: great financing options, no high pressure for the options. Michelle: highly professional, personable, well informed regarding the product and service, no high pressure. I am very satisfied. "
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" Pleasant no nonsense experience. Just what I was looking for. Ellen was patient and engaging. Thank you! I would recommend your dealership to anyone in the market for a quality car from a quality dealership. "
"We had a great experience at this dealer. Our sales..."
" We had a great experience at this dealer. Our sales person James was so helpful and knowledgeable. This is our first Mazda and we love it! "
" Best sales team and best service team. Super kind people, got an amazing deal on my car and treated me with the upmost respect. I was very impressed with the speed they got my service appointment set up. Ellen from sales was awesome and the BMW GSM heather was also great. A special thanks the the GM for making sure I was properly taken care of. I can't say enough good about this dealership 100% better than Lou Bachrodt. "
"I was truly satisfied and impressed with my experience at..."
" I was truly satisfied and impressed with my experience at BMW and Mazda of Crystal Lake. Michelle was wonderful in helping me to find a car I was happy with and taking time to go over all the features. The process was made very easy for the buyer...no hassle. The dealership also did a great job with making the experience special for the buyer by creating a "Congrats on your new car" sign, which I enjoyed. I had a very wonderful experience. I was also introduced to multiple members of the team and made to feel very comfortable. 5 star rating all the way!!! "
"Jordan was amazing! Very patient with me and not pushy at..."
" Jordan was amazing! Very patient with me and not pushy at all! He really cares about the needs of his customers!! Thanks to Jordan, Jim and the whole Mazda team for making my car buying experience awesome!! I love my new Mazda!! "
"Great Service"
" The buying experience was non-pressured and Ellen listened to what I was looking for. We were able to identify the perfect vehicle and at a reasonable price. Everything promised was delivered. "
"very helpful!"
" very helpful and great customer service made the process very smooth, Ellen helped us in finding the car we wanted and she was very helpful and professional in helping, making the process smooth and prompt, made it very comfortable. Would definitely recommend anyone to seek her. "
"Great customer service made the buying process easy and..."
" Great customer service made the buying process easy and hassle free. Helped get me an awesome finance deal! Definitely the best dealership I've worked with! "
"The whole staff was excellent, friendly and very..."
" The whole staff was excellent, friendly and very accommodating. They even surprised me with my luxcare package for interior protection. Right away. I lease. So I evaluate the dealership as much as I consider the car. "
"Above and Beyond"
" My initial impression of BMW and Mazda of Crystal Lake was that of their high regard for achieving esteemed reputation through absolute customer satisfaction. That impression of mine was certified by Dan's commitment in securing my business and carried through Bob's accommodations from the lot to the service lane throughout the purchase process. I received expert guidance in the specifications and features of my used Mazda and follow up communications with inquiries for questions and concerns and had prompt and fair responses and resolutions. It is my deepest belief that such an above and beyond customer service should be the industry standard. "
"Bob, Heather, and Leah were wonderful to work with. They..."
" Bob, Heather, and Leah were wonderful to work with. They made buying a car from out of state very easy. They were so helpful and accommodating. "
"Purchased a used car"
" Many thanks to James Orton who made my buying experience a pleasurable one.He went over a above to make sure everything went smoothly.I would recommend him to anyone. "
"We were extremely pleased with our car purchasing..."
" We were extremely pleased with our car purchasing experience. Bob Miller, our client advisor, was terrific to work with, as was the management and business staff. We would certainly recommend Anderson to others. "
"Thank you, Bob Miller, for all the attention, support,..."
" Thank you, Bob Miller, for all the attention, support, and patience answering all my questions and concerns. As a first time "new" car buyer, I had much to ask especially about what I'd planned to trade in and what I could manage financially. I also appreciated the friendly staff that I also spoke with while there on several occasions. "
"Overall very pleasant, respectful staff. "
" Jordan knows his product, and is a "car guy". Approaches his sales role in which I do. Facilitate the customer buying something from me, instead of trying to sell them something. "
"My husband and I just happened to stop here after an..."
" My husband and I just happened to stop here after an unpleasant experience at another nearby dealer. We met with James who was so nice and was very aware of the time constraint we were on. We were able to come to an agreement on a fair price for the vehicle pretty easily without the typical nonsense you experience with most dealerships. James answered all of our questions and gave us the time we needed to decide, he was not pushy at all. When we went back to officially purchase and pick up the vehicle, it was a quick, painless process. James was even kind enough to call me the next morning to ask how everything was going and see if I had any questions about the new car. It was our best car buying experience yet, would definitely recommend them! "
"We just purchased a new Mazda CX-9 from Anderson Mazda...."
" We just purchased a new Mazda CX-9 from Anderson Mazda. We worked with Bob and had a remarkable experience! There were no high pressure sales tactics which my husband and I appreciated a great deal! Bob was very knowledgeable and A great guy! "
"Ethan was terrific working with us to get us a great deal..."
" Ethan was terrific working with us to get us a great deal on our Cx9 lease. This is the fifth vehicle our family has purchased or leased from Anderson. "
"Pleasant Buying Experience"
" My buying experience was very good. Working with Bob Miller and the Sales Management team was extremely comfortable and painless. This was the 2nd Mazda vehicle we purchased from this dealership and it won't be our last. The service team at Anderson is also real solid. Overall, we have been very pleased with all aspects of this dealership! "
"These guys are unreal! Rob (service advisor) and Ersom..."
" These guys are unreal! Rob (service advisor) and Ersom (technician) did what my other Mazda dealer wouldn't. I came in with car rattle issues on my brand new Mazda 3 2019. I took the car back to Mazda of Evanston 4 times to get the problem solved and nothing. They claimed they couldn't duplicate the problem 4 times despite me showing it to them, and sent me on my way. I had enough and drove an hour to Crystal Lake to give these guys a try because I had heard good reviews. Rob and Ersom went above and beyond to make sure my problem was fixed. Ersom foam insulated virtually the entire car, tested each speaker individually, put all my components back together properly (something that Evanston failed to do twice), cleaned the interior of the car (Evanston left two massive smudges on my white leather interior once), filled my tank and cleaned the whole interior and exterior. Rob kept me in the loop the whole time, texting me updates over the course of the two weeks they had the car. NIGHT AND DAY is all I gotta day. Car sounds great too but I'm more impressed with the customer service! I know crystal lake is a hike from the north shore but xxxx it was worth it! Thanks Rob and Ersom! "
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The Justice Department approved New Hampshire's new voter ID, a version that is stricter than existing rules in the Granite State, but not as restrictive as other voters ID laws that the DOJ has rejected.'
Recommended: Democrats see complacency and 'crap' as barriers to repeat Florida win
Under New Hampshire's previous rules, no ID was required as a condition of voting. Ballot clerks checked the names that voters announced at the polls, read back the addresses for verification, and handed over a ballot.
MSNBC Political analyst and former RNC Chair Michael Steele, Democratic strategist Jamal Simmons, MSNBC Host Melissa Harris-Perry and the New York Times' Jeff Zeleny talk about former President Bill Clinton's messaging in his speech tonight and review the first night of the Democratic Convention.
Under the state's new law, voters must present a photo ID -- a driver's license, a voter ID card, a military ID card, a US passport, a student ID card, a photo ID issued by any level of government, and any other photo ID deemed legitimate by supervisors at the polls.
A year from now, the list of acceptable ID's will be narrowed to a driver's license, a non-driver ID card, military ID, or passport. But voters unable to produce the required identification can sign an affidavit, attesting to their identity, and cast a regular ballot. Beginning next year, any voter doing so will also be photographed.
New Hampshire's list of acceptable IDs as of 2013 is actually more restrictive than the set of IDs Texas would have accepted under that state's voter ID law, which a federal court blocked last week.
So why the difference? It seems New Hampshire's decision to also make it possible for voters without the proper ID to cast a regular ballot, provided they sign an affidavit and have their picture taken, allowed enough leeway.
The Voting Rights Act requires federal approval for election law changes in states with a history of discrimination against minority voters. Most of the states subject to the law are in the South. New Hampshire's change required approval because 10 townships in the state are covered by the act, even though the entire state is not.


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My Baseball Path Not Taken
I remember back in the Fall of 1987, I had a brief thought about becoming a baseball scout. I wanted to be on the amateur side of the scouting fence, possibly being the guy to pluck a unforeseen gem out of the treks through the back roads of my assigned region, getting that grand and ultimate joy of watching as a player I signed and watched finally got the chance to toe the rubber or scratched his spot in an MLB Batter's Box for the first time.
I dreamed back than of possibly finding a rare player like former Tampa Bay Rays RP Travis Phelps who was drafted in the 89th Round of the 1999 MLB Draft and made his journey from unknown to making his MLB Bullpen debut back on April 19, 2001 against the Boston Red Sox and throwing 2 scoreless innings to begin your MLB career . Phelps will forever be a trivia question in bars and baseball contests as the lowest drafted player ever to make it to the MLB ranks. But what a exhilarating thing it must have been for the then D-Rays scout sitting in the stands at obscure Crowder College in Neosho, Missouri and possibly hearing the sound that made you know Phelps had the stuff to be in the big leagues.
The event that brought me again back to daydreaming and wondering if I should of gone down that path was watching my copy of the film, "Trouble With the Curve". Sure the movie might have done more romancing of the position than is its stark reality, but who in their right mind wouldn't love the chance to find a future MLB guy possibly playing unseen in a clay field with only a few pairs of eyes gathering his potential, then watching him ascend someday to playing on a MLB diamond.
Sure scouting is a lot harder than waking up a little later in the day, watching potentially hundreds of baseball games, tackling mountains of written reports, data and on-line statistics that swirl the mind in hundreds of directions until those faithful last moments each June that concludes with the annual MLB Draft. Who would want to stretch their baseball evaluation skills to the limit and place all your chips, possibly going ultimately with your gut instincts to decipher and begin the journey towards someone's life dream.
I truly wanted to hit the trail of becoming a scout hard back in 1987 with a suitcase, duffel bag of equipment and possibly a Juggs gun and begin my education and potential trek to finding my own baseball treasure. I was anxious to begin my own scouting paper trail and take that untampered guttural instinct that is fundamental to the life's blood of a amateur scout while seeking out talent anywhere and everywhere. I was truly anxious and excited for the adventure of hitting multiple high school or college baseball games and smell that pine tar and see the faces of kids and young adults just starting get a true whiff of their budding potential and chasing their ultimate dream of playing round ball professionally.
I had that dream of possibly sending in a scouting report of a player like Phelps who might have fell off the MLB radar, or played in such a obscure diamond who's potential was limitless with the right training and guidance. I wanted to get that phone call advising me to change someone's life by having them sign on the dotted line, potentially changing their life path.
I wanted to be able to sit in the bleached wood stands or under the aluminum overhang of a small ballpark and pick apart a player's game from hitting, throwing, or any of the other 3 skills most people associate with greatness on the clay and grass fields of the major leagues, plus dig in and see if they also had the courage, determination and confidence to survive the farm system trail on their way to pulling on that MLB jersey. I wanted to see firsthand if they had the tools to handle defeat, pressure and were open-minded and personable with a team aspect fundamental in their baseball makeup.
I wanted to be that guy in the trenches, not an advance scout or a professional level scout who checked in and evaluated talent already plucked and cleaned off by others. I wanted to be like the aging Gus Lobel in "Trouble With the Curve" who could hear the potential of greatness in the crack of the bat, or the solid and resounding thump of a pitch hitting the glove. Maybe I dreamed of potentially changing someone's life path by seeing beyond the reality of their present family situations and show them another path and chance to provide and bring a positive outcome to their lives.
I really wanted at that time in my life to find a raw talent like Phelps who would one day become a significant piece of my team's puzzle ascending through the farm system until he finally reached "the Show". I had the budding aspiration back then of wanting to finding that player who just lite you up inside because of their potential and heart for the game on the deepest level.
It would have been grand to pursue such a task, with the risks and potential for failure being higher than the distant pleasures of potential success. I still wish I had done it because I know I had the internal fortitude and want to be successful. I wasn't afraid of the hard life and sacrifices that accompanied this line of work. Instead I put my dream of pursuing a scouting career to bed in October 1987 after a phone call.
Maybe being a scout was not in my life's grand plan, but I do give myself the chance to day dream about scouting as I watch the film wondering if I could of found that special player and then watch as he made his MLB debut. In that I envy the film life of Lobel, but also cherish the decision I made to stay within the embrace of the game as a fan…or maybe a lifetime "scout-in-training".


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Mineral makeup has become a mainstream must have. This mineral concept may seem like a healthier alternative to other cosmetics, but take a look at the ingredients. Though mainstream mineral makeup companies constantly use phrases such as "with natural botanicals" or "mineral based" to market the product as a healthier product, what are you really getting?
Recent UK studies advise of strong health risks when using Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) in nanoparticle form in powdered mineral makeup. These inhaled TiO2 nanoparticles coming in contact with living tissue have a similar effect as asbestos and could cause lung cancer.
However, TiO2 is safe when contained in cream form as it cannot then become airborne. This is typically the case in sun screens. In cream form, TiO2 stays on the upper layers of the skin and does not come in contact with living tissue.
Titanium Dioxide is often used in cream form in products to provide all-natural mineral-based sun protection. It is not used in powered form. TiO2 particles in products are a larger size (not a nanoparticle) and is additionally coated with stearic acid to further prevent interaction with living tissue.
Before you go grabbing for the first "Mineral" makeup you find, make sure to check the ingredients first. Just because the label says mineral, doesn't mean the product doesn't contain potentially dangerous fillers. To help you make sure you're getting the best ingredients in your makeup, we've put together a checklist.
An excellent study was published in the Journal of Nanobiotechnology: Nanoparticles - known and unknown health risks


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ACE Team's original beautiful and bizarre first-person brawler Zeno Clash has been out for just shy of a month, but the Chilean developer is already hard at work on a sequel.
According to the official ACE Team blog, consider Zeno Clash 2 officially official, with the second entry currently in the planning stages. ACE Team co-founder Carlos Bordeu writes that "he next installment to be much larger in scope, so the new game will feature open ended gameplay with large explorable environments and RPG elements."
The team also plans to revisit the Zeno Clash melee combat system for "even more brutal and engaging gameplay."
Hopefully, they'll address some of our concerns with the original title—specifically the gunplay, storytelling and the amount of game you get for your dollar—to make the visually unique world of Zeno Clash worth revisiting.
New Trailer & news about the sequel... [ACE Team]


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LETTER- Pregnancy grants shameful
I am writing in response to "Don't do it: Abstaining from 'no-sex' ed," July 13. Thanks for reporting that the Pregnancy Centers of Central Virginia have received more than $600,000 in federal funds to promote their mission.
Crisis pregnancy centers are anti-choice establishments that provide medically inaccurate and/or incomplete information to impressionable young women seeking advice and assistance. They use deceptive advertising tactics to present themselves as credible, legitimate institutions, thus creating potentially dangerous situations.
Women who seek help in these centers are walking into a trap and are wasting valuable time during which they could be obtaining legitimate medical attention. Time is of the essence for women seeking an emergency contraceptive, which is back-up birth control that should be taken within 72 hours of contraception failure.
The fact that organizations like the Pregnancy Centers have received millions of dollars in federal funds to promote abstinence-only education is shameful. Abstinence-only education programs are ineffective and irresponsible. Teenagers are going to experiment, and many will become sexually active by the time they graduate from high school. Recent studies show that while teens participating in abstinence-only programs, on average, did wait longer to engage in intercourse, they were much less likely to use protection when they did become sexually active.
These programs do not provide the type of information about methods of contraception and disease prevention that sexually active teenagers need and deserve. While it makes sense to support teens who choose to abstain, it does not make sense to withhold accurate and potentially life-saving information from the teens who do choose to engage in sexual activity.
Rachael Kesler


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Hello friends and neighbors. It is good to see you here.
Hello friends and neighbors. It is good to see you here.
Y�all come on out to Williams Farm Club House from 7 to 10 p.m., Sept. 28th and �lift a glass of wine for literacy.� The Onslow Literacy Council tutors are holding a fall fundraiser winetasting to fund books, supplies and other expenses for adults that need help learning to read. Tickets are only $10 each but bring some extra cash to vote by donation for the People�s Choice wine among the wines presented. The names of the wines will be covered by handmade cozies with pockets in the front for donations. The wine that receives the most donations will be the People�s Choice for the evening.
They will also offer beer, soda, coffee, wine punch and appetizers. There will be prizes.
If you saw the International Day Literacy editorial in the Sept. 7 edition of The Daily News, the Literacy Council said that about 20 percent of area adults are functionally illiterate. The Community Literacy Publication in this newspaper on Sept. 10 said that 30 million adults in the United States can�t read as well as a fourth grader. Without basic reading, writing, math and computer skills, these Americans are struggling to find jobs, stay healthy and support their families. We can�t help them all but we can help one or more in our community. It is a win, win. Literacy proficiency makes for better jobs, healthier families and better citizens.
So come on out to 3320 Planters Lane. If you can�t come, call Onslow Literacy at 910-353-0831 or www.onslowliteracy.zxq.net to make a donation.
It had to be Monday
I don�t know if you know my daughter Britainy. She is an attorney with the Bradley Law Group in Greensboro. Last Monday, she went out to walk her Bassett Hound named Sadie before work. Sadie usually stays right with her but on Monday, Sadie saw a squirrel and took off. Just about the time Brit caught up with Sadie, she saw another squirrel and then a third. By the time Brit got Sadie back in the house, she was pushing the time she should have left for work.
Brit went to the pantry for breakfast but she was out of cereal. There were three boxes with just a little cereal so she decided to mix the Corn Flakes, Special K with strawberries and Honey Nut Cheerios. The Cheerios were a little stale so she placed the bowl in the microwave for 30 seconds to crisp the Cheerios. The strawberries caught on fire.
Brit put the fire out, picked out the burned stuff and decided to eat the cereal anyway. She poured milk into the bowl. Milk ran all over the counter. The fire had burned a hole in the bowl.
�I stood there looking at it,� Brit said. �Then I picked up my spoon and started eating.�
�You ate the cereal right off the counter?� I asked.
�I sure did,� she said. �It was clean.�
I laughed and each time I would think of it, I laughed again because I could feel her pain.
And now the rest of the story. Brit went out to the car which had a low tire on the front. Being frugal, she traveled to the station that gives free air. There are a lot of frugal people in Greensboro because she had to wait in line. She finally got the air and went around the traffic heading for I-40. That put her in the wrong lane headed towards Winston-Salem. It took about 10 minutes to get turned around and headed back towards work. It had to be a Monday.
Garbage diving
On Thursday evening I was cleaning out the garbage can. It is one of the large plastic rolling ones. We had crabs during the week and it did smell funny. When I finished cleaning it, I was standing it back up when somehow I tripped or stepped on the lid and pitched head long into the garbage can. My arm was scraped and bleeding and my hand was punctured but I lay there a minute to absorb the shock. Joe came around the truck and looked inside the garbage can.
�What are you doing in the garbage can?� he asked.
�Sightseeing, what do you think?�
I managed to scoot out backwards. I was bleeding but the worst part was that I smelled like dead crab. I had to shower and change my clothes before going over to the campground to mow.
The fall and change of clothes had delayed me so I was riding the mower like gangbusters when I hit a small limb sticking out from a tree. Ouch. I now have a bruise the size of a baseball on my shoulder and two big boo boos. Some days I should just stick to paper work. Paper cuts hurt too though.
History of education
On Sept. 14, Lindsay Russell and I joined the Onslow County Museum�s tour of one-room school houses in the county. We began at the Edney Chapel School on NC 258. Norman Brown began attending the two-room school for black children when he was 5. Brown would walk to school with his 11 brothers and sisters from Union Chapel Road or Bryant�s Farm where the race track is now located. He attended the school through the seventh grade when he transferred to Georgetown High School. Bathroom facilities were an outhouse and teachers would hand out gloves to thaw the frozen fingers of the 30 students. The students learned English, math and history from books handed down from the white schools. The school closed in 1951 but a historical and preservation society maintains the building and keeps the history of the school alive.
Sheila Petteway �Granny� Blue was also a student at the school. She talked about attending the school, renovations to the building after Hurricane Fran and served homemade sassafras tea for the event. It tasted like Root Beer. Very good.
The land for the school and church was donated in 1832 by Durbert Rhodes.
We went on to the Adams School House on Huffmantown Road built in 1889 for white children in a three-mile radius. The school closed in 1925 but descendants whose parents attended the school spoke about attending the school. Alice Cox Brown, Lina Mae Taylor, Jo Bell Williams, Alex Quigley and Dennis Jones said �there was a lot of learning went on in this house.�
Returning to the museum, Jones showed a powerpoint that chronicled the history of Onslow County schools from 1734 to 1966. The powerpoint is dedicated to former school superintendent Shorty Waters who died before he and Jones could begin the history project. There is too much great information to share here but I highly recommend viewing the powerpoint. It is a gold mine of information some surprising such as a lottery was utilized in 1824 to raise funds for schools.
Thank you for coming. I�ll see you on the 28th.


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Jaguar's Gorgeous New F-Type Speedster Will Make You Weak in the Knees
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Etiketler: Cars; Technology and Innovation
The new F-Type is the most gorgeous thing to come out of the Jaguar design studio in a decade. So how could you possibly improve it? Rip out the heavy convertible top, make it a single-seater speedster, and wrap the whole thing in acres of carbon fiber.
That's what the Project 7 Concept delivers — a modern take on the classic, knee-weakeningly gorgeous D-Type built to commemorate Jag's seven 24 Hours of Le Mans wins.
From the side, you can see the similarities. The raised fin behind the driver's head is a stylistic nod to the all-conquering D, as is the chopped and raked slit of a windshield. Carbon fiber is sprinkled liberally around the exterior and interior, with the lightweight weave used for the front splitter, rear diffuser, side skirts, mirrors, and even the aero-inserts on the 20-inch wheels.
The basic chassis and drivetrain is the same thing you'd get if you snagged a 2014 F-Type, including a supercharged 5.0-liter V8. But that snorting eight gets a 54 horsepower kick to deliver 550 ponies and 502 pound-feet of torque, good for a 4.1-second run to 60 mph and a top speed of 186 mph.
At that speed, it's a good thing Jaguar includes a helmet that mounts where the passenger seat would normally reside. And the carbon fiber driver seat sits 30mm closer to the floor to keep wind flowing and weight down low.
But here's the most insane stat: The team at Jaguar managed to bring the Project 7 from a vision in design director Ian Callum's head to a fully drivable concept in less than four months.
"When you look at this car… it's just full of desire," says Callum. "You can see that its sole purpose is to be enjoyed."
And it will be enjoyed. The Project 7 is making its debut at this weekend's Goodwood Festival of Speed, the premier concours event in the U.K., where it will join hundreds of classic, modern, limited edition, and automotive exotica running up the Earl of March's driveway/hill-climb.
Photos and video courtesy of Jaguar
By Damon Lavrinc


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(Supplies provided by Sunshine Shoppe Supply)
When most people see lots of flowers and feathers and such, they immediately think "hair accessories." Now don't get me wrong, hair stuff is cool and all but I wanted to do something a little outside the box with what the Sunshine Shoppe provided! Now, I did make a headband tutorial, but I also brainstormed what else I could put these lovelies on and came up with these shoe clips. Without further ado, let's get those shoes looking purdy!;)
You will need:
- 2 shabby flowers (or whatever other flowers you like)
- 2 2x1/2 inch pieces of felt
- Hot glue gun
- Fabric scissors
(Not only does the Sunshine Shoppe have all the fun flowers and things, but they also have the totally necessary "hardware" [clips, felt, etc] to make all of your accessories!)
The shabby flowers are attached to each other and sewed onto a strip of mesh. So to begin with, you will need to cut right between the two flowers and then trim the mesh from around the flower.
(See the stitching that holds the flower onto the mesh? DO NOT CUT THAT but cut close to it so that you cannot see the mesh looking at the flower from above.
Here's a closer look.
Next, apply hot glue gun to one of your felt circles in a spiral pattern (this will hold the flower down securely) and press the flower down. Don't worry about squishing the flower, you can fluff it up when you are done:)
Put a dot of glue on each side of one of the felt rectangles and press onto the center of the backside of the felt circle. You don't necessarily need the alligator clip on at this point, but it definitely makes it easier to hold. (If you want to use this flower as a pin later on, do not glue the clip onto the felt. I decided that I will only be using these as shoe or hair clips, so I put a dab of hot glue under the center of the felt rectangle and slid the clip in, making sure to hold it open so that one side is not exposed to the glue).
Now, repeat with the other set of supplies and you are done!
TADA! Now you have a super sweet decoration to add onto any old boring pair of flats! Go rock those cute "new" shoes!
These clips are versatile so that they can be paired with jeans or a nice dress.
Just think, they'll go perfect with your favorite chambray top!!!
I was not paid to write this review. However, I received the supplies for this tutorial from the Sunshine Shoppe Supply. All opinions in this post are mine.
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Bobby Flay Wins People's Choice Award at 2013 SoBe Burger Bash
Congratulations to Bobby Flay for winning the People's Choice Award at last Friday's South Beach Wine & Food Festival Burger Bash, breaking Michael Symon's three-year winning streak. (This year Symon tied with Josh Capon for second place.) Flay won for his green chile cheeseburger topped with queso sauce, green chile relish, pickled red onions, and potato chips. The winning burger will be available at all Bobby's Burger Palace locations this week, from February 25 to March 3.
The other winners of the night were Food Network host Jeff Mauro, whose "Greatest Patty Melt in the History of America" won the Judges' Award; chef Craig Koketsu of Quality Meats in New York City, whose Bacon & Blue Dry-Aged Burger won the Best Dressed Burger Award; and chef Laurent Tourondel of LT Burger, whose Smash Smoke Burger won the Best of the Bash Award. Tourondel's burger topped with "black peppered bacon, New York State cheddar, Spanish onion, and sweet catch-up" will be featured on Red Robin's menu this year as part of their new premium burger line.
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Why didn't prosecutors seek death penalty against Harrell?
Jarred Harrell sentenced to life in prison for killing Somer Thompson
CLAY COUNTY, Fla. – While Jarred Harrell pleaded guilty Friday to murdering 7-year-old Somer Thompson and was sentenced to life in prison without parole, the question raised for prosecutors was, why didn't they seek the death penalty against him.
According to a plea agreement, Harrell admitted that he confined the Orange Park girl against her will, sexually assaulted her, lewdly touched her in her private areas and strangled her. He admitted that shortly after killing Somer, he put her body in a container and drove to the area behind Beauty and the Beef in Fleming Island, then put the container in a commercial Dumpster.
At a news conference after the court hearing, State Attorney Angela Corey and others talked about why prosecutors accepted the plea deal rather than pushing for trial.
Corey said prosecutors stood ready to try the case, but when defense attorneys came to them saying Harrell was willing to enter a guilty plea and receive consecutive life sentences, prosecutors took weeks speaking with the Clay County Sheriff's Office and with Diena Thompson, Somer's mother, in making the decision to accept the plea.
"Part of being tough on crime is being smart on crime. This was the right decision," Corey said. "For these specific facts and circumstances, for a man charged with this many counts to come forward this early in the proceedings, before motions to suppress, before depositions of key witnesses, to say, 'I want to admit my guilty. Will you waive the death penalty?' made it not just tough justice, but smart justice."
Corey said Thompson was fully on board with the decision.
"Once Diena understood that it was consecutive life and that he'd never, ever, ever walk out of prison and that she'd never have to step back in a courtroom or put her children through the details of this gruesome crime, she was very content," Corey said.
Clay County Sheriff Rick Beseler thanked Team Somer, including members of the FBI, NCIS, U.S. Marshals Service, Florida Department of Law Enforcement, for their work on the case, which helped lead to the plea.
"You did a world class investigation on this case, bringing little Somer's body home so that her mother and family could bury her, finding the perpetrator that committed this heinous crime and bringing him to justice today, finally, all is because of the Team Somer and the work that they did," Beseler said. "The work you did building a strong case put us in a very, very strong position of strength that caused the defense to come forward and approach the state and ask for the ability to enter into a plea today."
Beseler said there was no frustration on Harrell not getting the death penalty because a death penalty case would have meant appeals "ad infinitum."
"What happens is, for years and years that goes on, and the defendant is the focus of all of those appeals," Beseler said. "Today, that defendant is no longer going to be able to make any appeals based on his plea, and we can concentrate on Somer and her memory rather than dealing with endless appeals. He is going to die in prison. This is a death sentence, as the judge said."
Beseler said going to trial brings a risk of allowing the person presumed guilty to go free.
"This puts the control in the hands of law enforcement, it puts the control in the hands of the state attorney's office and law enforcement to make sure that no child ever gets hurt again," Beseler said. "We made sure today that Jarred Harrell will never, ever get an opportunity to hurt another child."
"Today was not a day of perfect justice, but it was certainly a day of sure justice," Corey said.
Channel 4 Crime Analyst Ken Jefferson said Harrell will now have to watch his back for the rest of his life.
"He's a young man. We'll have to see how long he can survive in prison," said Jefferson.
Jefferson added that he can forget about having any freedom.
"It's going to be totally miserable for him. He's used to freedom. He's used to getting what he wants, eating when he wants to, go wherever he pleases," said Jefferson. "That ceases totally. He can't do anything on his own. He now becomes the puppet of the state."
Jefferson also said that his crime of sexual abuse on a child will not be treated lightly by Harrell's fellow inmates.
"Even though they're hardened criminals in the prison system, they don't take kindly to someone coming in who's abused a child, particularly abused and murdered her," said Jefferson.
"He's going to have to endure their raff. He will not be accepted as one of the other prisoners. "If he's in general population, he can expect to be pushed around, he can expect to be bullied, possibly even hurt," added Jefferson.
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